La Porte High School - El Pe Yearbook (La Porte, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 256 of the 1977 volume:

EL PE 1977 LaPorte High School LaPorte, IN Vol. 56 I METAMORPHOSIS (met'a-mor-fo'-sis) n. 1. Change of form, structure, or substance. 2. A striking alteration in appearance, character, or circumstances. Since the beginning of time the world has been changing. The purpose of our endeavor is to center in on a small pan of that changing world, the pan that affects us as students at LaPone High School. As winter turns to spring and night evolves into day, we too are changing and growing. Like the caterpillar who, through a process of metamorphosis, at last becomes a butterfly, experiences in our years of school help us to change and grow. This learning aids to form more aware persons, so that when the life cycle is complete, both ourselves and future generations will have benefited. But be it a physical or mental change that we experience, we will always be a pan of a changing world throughout our lives. •Webster Opening — 3 One example of change in our altering environment was the $8 million dollar addition to LPHS. Begun in November, 1975, it was expected to be completed and ready to hold classes by September, 1977. Included in the new structure was a new gymnasium and pool, an expansion of the Home Economics and Social Studies wings, extra space for the Industrial Arts and An Departments, new kitchen facilities, a radio- television studio, and many other much needed improvements. Although the overpowering smell of tar and the excessive noise of construction caused some disruption of classes, the completion of the building will benefit everyone at LPHS. Opening — 5 Gauchos ... fry boots . . . down vests . . . cowl neck sweaters . . . double pierced ears . . .all became a passing craze for the fashion conscious youth of LPHS. Through the use of these various modes of self-expression, individuals found recognition, personality, and often sought attention. Though many styles seen in the halls of LPHS will pass before the turning of another year, denim has become more of a custom than a fad and will remain for years to come. 6 — Opening During the course of the year, not only our school has changed, but the city of LaPorte has changed as well. The town began to spread out from its nucleus and developed new businesses, shopping centers, and restaurants in its outskirts. Once the heavily populated center began to thin, one might feel desolation and loneliness as he walked down Lincolnway. However, even though most of the city was moving outward, some still remained, and of these some grew even better. This expansion may, in the future, prove to be a preface of new and bigger things to come for the city of LaPorte. north north!—f! 10 — Opening Not only are students involved in the academic world of LPHS, but in many outside activities as well. Some students spend their free time in school related activities such as hall decoration, spons, and supporting our teams with school spirit. Others find enjoyment in extracurricular activities like skiing, movies, and shopping. Even though school can be a full time job, students in the past as well as in the present have always found time to enjoy themselves. Opening — 1 1 RECOGNITION HOMECOMING - VARIETY SHOW MUSICAL..... FALL PL AY-- SPRING PLAY — SWING SHOW - GR FORMAL — JR-SR BANQUET GRADUATION-- FEATURE..... VEDO! Pre-Game Activities Add Sparkle to Sheer Spirit u Dedicated Slicer fans worked hard preparing for the 1976 LaPorte High School Homecoming festivities. Planning and preparation began three to four weeks prior to Homecoming night. Because of the decision to have a parade, eleven floats were constructed by different school clubs and entered into the Homecoming contest. The Student Council awarded the Art Club float a first place trophy and $25 for its beauty and originality. The ICT Club received second place. A huge bonfire, held at the high school, was ignited prior to the football game and its excitement and warmth attracted many onlookers. The Pep Band and cheerleaders helped to arouse the spirits of the Slicer fans during these pre-game activities. Twenty senior girls, each representing different clubs, were nominated for Homecoming Queen. During half-time Linda Bunce, who represented the Student Council, was chosen as Homecoming Queen for 1976 and received a bouquet of red roses. Her court consisted of Sue Tarnow, first runner-up and Nicky McDonald, second runner-up. Despite the cold weather and the Sheers loss to the Chesterton Trojans, Homecoming was a great success. — Homecoming 1. Homecoming Queen Linda Bunco expresses her happiness along with her court. Sue Tamow and Nicky McDonald, and their escorts. 2. Joining in on the homecoming festivities Is anL.P.H.S. student displaying Slicer spirit in an unique way. 3. Enthusiastic Slicer fans reveal their various expressions while viewing the 1976 Homecoming football g3me. 4. Vanity cheerleaders Linda Bunce and Wendy Coleman boost homecoming spirit during the traditional bonfire. 5. Lou Biernacki (71) and Scott Rienert (25) lead the team onto the field to start the Homecoming football game. 6. The Pepper Club float adds variety to the 1976 Homecoming Parade. Homocoming — 1 5 Variety Show Exposes Student Talent Combined efforts helped to make the 1976 Bicentennial Review a great entertainment success. Sponsors for the 1976 Variety Show were Mrs. Ida Reffett, Mr. Arnold Yamo, and Mr. Robert Rhodes. To help keep the show running smoothly, emcees Mark Delfino and RaeLyn Helterbrand introduced each of the 15 acts. Acts ranged from the comedy of “The Fortyniners by Kenn Kunze and Kevin Raymond, to a Philippine Folk Dance done by AFS Student, Neville Silva. There were a variety of acts presented to the large crowds on the nights of October 22 and 23. Receiving a lot of laughs and chuckles was the dance-skit You Always Hurt the One You Love by Kerry Levandoski. Sandy Knoll received due recognition entertaining her listeners by singing the selections, Cabaret and Maybe This Time. Amazed looks were given to Yancy and James Browder at their ability to dance the robot. The New News Report was presented by Tim Kricilek. The closing performance was a guitar vocal by two talented performers, Brenda Davis and Rodger Daisy. By the performances given, the 1976 Bicentennial Review truly exposed the potential of L.P.H.S.’s students. 16 — Variety Show 1. Mark Yoder and friend listen intently in fear of ’’Turkey Liver.” 2. Kcnn Kunze and Kevin Raymond add a touch of humor to the show through The Fortynincrs. 3. Senior John Terzino exposes his multiple musical talents as he sings his own musical composition. 4. Kerry Levandoski shows that love isn’t always a bed of roses as he does a Spike Jones rendition of You Always Hun the One You Love. 5. Pat Eggleston and Dave White concentrate on the finer points of the show. 6. Through his skit. A View from Averagcville, Robyn Stephens expresses his views on this year’s election. Variety Show — 17 1. ToJ. B. Biggley (Doug Noveroski), the company boss. Finch (Terry Burk), complacently appears to have been working all night. 2. Hedy (Phyllis Pulaski) flaunts out on stage as she makes her first appearance. 3. Smitty (Dawn DeMarco). Frump (Tom Osborn), and the chorus panic when they discover that the coffee machine is out of order. 4. L.P.H.S. orchestra and director Guy Forman practice before the play's opening night. 5. Julie Brown takes notes as she plans her different spotting techniques. 6. Hedy (Phyllis Pulaski), in her seductive ways, tries to influence the company boss (Doug Noveroski). 7. The chorus celebrates by singing The Company Way after Frump (Tom Osborn) has succeeded In securing his job as head of the mailroom department. 8. Bob Lemley works diligently perfecting special lightings. 18 —Ploy How to Succeed . . . in the Production of a Play Through many long hours of hard work the L.P.H.S. players performed How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, a three night production. Terry Burk, playing Finch, was the star of the musical. Finch worked his way up to the top of the company and after gliding over many obstacles. Finch finally takes J. B. Biggley's (Doug Noveroske) job as boss. Sue Rose, as Rosemary, played the part of Finch's girlfriend. Under the direction of Mr. Guy Foreman, the L.P.H.S. orchestra assisted in the musical numbers. Recognition was also given to the L.P.H.S. chorus and Mr. Eddie Burk for their fine performance. Special thanks were given to director James Lampl for his patience and devoted hours of work. Much thanks must also be given to Bob Rhodes, his stage crew, and the numerous others that helped with the final outcome of the 1976 fall musical, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. ” Play — 19 1. Joe Summers (Charles Wilson) instructs the Hutchinson family (Donna Luther. Mike Feikes and Sean Jacks) to select a wood piece from the black box to determine their fate. 2. During his physical fitness test, draftee Marion (Tom Osborn) tells of all his ailments in order to disqualify himself. 3. Villager Pete Turk, draws from the black box. 1. Daddy (Bill Buchner) and the young man (Leo Jongkind) await the death of Mommy (Florence Haglc). 5. Marion Cheever gives a speech detailing his past services to his country. 6. Tommy (Dale Wing) accuses Hutchinson of injustice. 7. Martin (Mike Dan) greets villagers Davy and Mr. Hutchinson in the village square with the other families. 8. Marion Cheever expresses his reluctance to join the army to the sergeant (Debbie Young). 20 — Ploys 21 Four One-Act Plays Put on Recognize Talent On May 5, 6 and 7 some of the well gifted LaPorte High School students put on a series of one-act plays directed by James Lampl. The first play titled ’•Next” was a comedy in which a young reluctant draftee (Rich Spenner) reported for his physical fitness test to a rugged looking sergeant. The next one-act play was about two completely opposite individuals (Mike Feikes and Scott Lane) who meet in Central Park. The last two plays were called The Sandbox and The Lottery in which some of the chief performers were Leo Jongkind, Chris Roman. Dale Wing and Charles Wilson. The entire cast gratefully appreciated the many people who helped make their four one-act plays a success. Ployi — 1. Mike Fiekes and Cindy Wade rest during play break. 2. Expressman. Rick Henderson, presents three penguins to Sheridan (Chris Scholl) while John the Butler (Jeff McGee) observes. 3. Maggie Cutler (Sue Rose) appears disgusted. 4. Mike Fiekes. Wanda Fisher, and Chris Scholl concentrate on an excellent show. 5. Dr. Bradely (Mike Fiekes) contemplates his next move. 6. Lorraine (Dawn DeMarco) discuss her plans of wedlock with '‘Sheri ' (Chris Scholl). 7. Emily Kesling uniquely portrays the murderess. Harriet Stanely. 8. Sue Buchner adds a final touch to Scott Anderson. 22 — Ploy L.P.H.5. Students Exhibit Talent in the Presentation of 'The Man Who Came to Dinner. LaPorte High School Players, under the direction of Mrs. Angie Mitchell, presented their version of The Man Who Came to Dinner as the winter play. Preparation for the show began January 3 and was finalized on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, the 24th, 25th, and 26th of March, as audiences were treated with much humor and many talented performers. The Man Who Came to Dinner, revolved around Sheridan Whiteside (Chris Scholl) who visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stanely, becomes ill and outlives his visit by having to stay there until he recuperates. Many students demonstrated their talents in acting, set construction, make-up, and many of the other areas that are involved in the production of a play which made this one a success. 23 Don't Take Away the Music. The doors of LaPorte High School swung open to present the annual Swing Choir Show on April 22 and 23. The Choir, directed by Mr. Eddie Burk, performed a variety of melodies ranging from Gospel selections such as Operator'' and Walk Him Up the Stairs” to Breakin’ Up Is Hard to Do by Neil Sedaka, and Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. The 16 member choir also presented an array of solos, which included Sue Rose, Terry Burk, John Krol, Tricia O'Neal, Tracy Koch, Bemie Killian, and Tom Osborn. A dance solo, to the tune of Chorus Line, was presented by Jackie Aaron. Many thanks went to all members of production and all who helped to present the 1977 Swing Show. 24 — Swing Show 1. Connie Kramer sings her rendition of I Honestly Love You. 2. Just 3n Old Fashion Love Song” is presented in an array of props. 3. Swing Director. Ed Burk, leads his singers through their last number. 4. Tom Osborn imitates Elvis Presley. 5. Weekend in New England” Is expressed in song by soloist, Tracy Koch. 6. Soloist Pat O'Neil performs Bohemian Rhapsody.” 7. Soloist John Krol sings to the music of Bread.” 8. Swing Singers Bemie Killian and Dawn DeMarco display their talent during the show. 9. Members of the LPHS Swing Choir present their annual swing show. Swing Show — 25 1. Janet Anderson. Randy Doorman, Jamie Wireman and Jim Seogers find time to chat during G.R. festivities. 2. L to R: Senior Queen Brenda Euler, escorted by Bob Bristol. Junior Queens Debt Stephani and Jacque Aaron escorted by Scott Bell and Rich Tuck reign over the G.R. formal. 3. Lori Mills, Brian Richardson, Diana West, and Randy Miller take time to relax during the three-hour formal. 4. Denise Snyder and Jeff Lambert pose for their formal G.R. picture. S. Junior cabinet member Becky Osborn crowns Brenda Euler as senior G.R. queen. 6. G.R. couples gather in the halls for conversation. 7. G.R. member Lori Dilloway and her escort Rennis Kuia find time to be alone. 8. Long hours of planning and work arc displayed by the decorations. 9. G.R. couples dance to the music provided by a local band. 26 — G.R. Formol Starry Starry Night Sets Aura for G.R. Formal On the night of February 26, 1977, Girls Reserves held their annual formal. Many months in advance, club members worked diligently in order to be eligible to go to the dance with the guy of their choice. As each of the 175 couples entered the dance through a huge walk-through star, president Sandy Kelsy and vice-president Denise Haferkamp greeted them. Blue and silver were selected as the G.R. formal colors which complimented the theme, Starry Starry Night. Adding to the theme were hanging stars picturing an outdoor setting. As always, the climax of the formal was the crowning of the G.R. Queens. Queens were chosen by cabinet members based on the girls' outstanding involvement and support of the club. Senior Queen, Brenda Euler, was escorted by Scott Bell and Richard Tuck, respectively. Sophomore Pat Hiler, escorted by Doug Trottier, was chosen as the princess of the G.R. formal. The combination of drastic weather conditions and the fuel shortage postponed the G.R. formal from January 29 to February 26 and also changed the band that provided the music for G.R. couples. Despite the many changes that had to be made, the G.R. formal setting helped to make all the long hours of work and planning well worth it to virtually everyone involved. G.R. Formal — 27 Dreams Over the Rainbow . . . On the beautiful night of May 14, 1977 in the Civic Auditorium, 250 couples attended the Junior-Senior Prom enjoying ’’Dreams Over the Rainbow. ’’ People filled the auditorium to watch as Marcia Wampler was named the 1977 Prom Queen. Andrea Nixon presented Marcia with the traditional bouquet of long stemmed red roses followed by Jim Browder crowning the Queen with the aid of crown bearer, Bobby Peterson. Miss Wampler’s court consisted of Patsy Gutmann, Mari Lemberis, Tricia O'Neal, Shawn St. Clair, Sue Tarnow and Linda Bunce. Prom couples enjoyed dancing to music provided by ” Three Penny Opera” while the lights played off the revolving mirrored ceiling sphere. ’’Just Before Dark” also provided music for prom-goers during Post-Prom. The traditional professional pictures that will always serve as a memento of the dreams that came true on the prom night were taken against a background of a fairytale castle. Before returning to the Civic for Post-Prom, couples enjoyed the movie The Way We Were” followed by a Pink Panther cartoon. The beautiful weather kept the couples in high spirits and helped make the annual prom a success. 28 — Prom Sue Tamow Shawn St. Clair 1. Diana Kablein and Roger Alban enjoy the scenery. 2. Pam Wiltfong and Van Johnson go downstairs for Post-Prom. 3. Sandy Kelsy and Rex Pippen enjoy an evening of dancing. 4. Three Penny Opera provides music for prom-goers. 5. Prom Queen Marcia Wampler and Greg Jones express their happiness along with Marcia’s court. Tricia O’Neal Patsy Gutmann Mari Lemberis '■ Linda Bunco Prom — 29 Becomes Reality for Prom-goers The 1977 Prom ended in beauty thanks to the long hours that were spent by the junior class in preparation for the event. Hard work by the Prom Committee kept each member busy preparing a variety of decorations. Serving as chairman was Julie Iemmolo aided by Pam Deardurff, Maria Barber, Debbie Stephani, Lori Gonzalez, Linda Garwood, and Jacque Aaron. Due to the hard work by the 1977 Junior Class, prom-goers were able to enjoy the multi-colored rainbows which emphasized the theme, Dreams Over the Rainbow.1 1. Discussing their Post-Prom plans are Nickl McDonald and her date, Steen Pederson, along with Jeff Roseman. 2. Chris Kobat and Lilly Minor concentrate on one of the finer points of the prom. 3. Tricia O'Neil and her date. Jay Howell browse through the brightly decorated halls. 4. Mary Lemberis smiles radiantly while she and her escort, Bill Wright. await the announcement of prom queen. 5. Tom Brunke and Denise Cmiel enjoy the romantic atmosphere of Dreams Over the Rainbow. 6. Three-Penny Opera provides a variety of music for prom-goers. 7. Maria Barber paints 3 mural in preparation for the prom. 8. Dreams Over the Rainbow is reflected by Ken Stcigely and his date, Sherry Gentry, as she takes a minute to dream herself. 9. Prom Queen, Marcia Wampler receives a kiss of congratulations from her date, Greg Jones. 10. John Zawada helps to create scenery for the prom. 31 32 — Jr.-Sr. Banquet Junior-Senior Mishap Once again the seniors expressed their appreciation to the juniors through the jun- ior-senior appreciation night. The Elks Club was again the sight of the annual event which was held on Saturday, May 21, 1977. During this gala event students danced and ate while enjoying each other’s company before sum- mer vacation. However, this year’s event became a ’mishap’ as an over exuberant student, after par- taking too much ’punch', knocked our photographer's camera off of the table. Thus, the camera was ruined along with the photos of the event. As a result, you will find only black places where photographs of the event would normally be found. For this we are sorry, but not as sorry as the young photogra- pher who lost a good camera trying to do a job that often times only receives criticism from others who are not involved. Jr.-Sr. Banquet — 33 Graduation Marks New Beginning for Seniors On Tuesday, May 31, Baccalaureate services were held for the graduating seniors of La Porte High School. The speaker, John M. Deason emphasized that the wheel of life only spins once and that the graduates should make the best out of their years ahead by placing their values on things that are truthful. The final ceremony was held Thursday, June 2, at 7:00 p.m. Presentation of diplomas were given by the Board of Trustees, Mr. Jack Hyde and Mr. Arlo Westphal. As Pomp and Circumstance was played by the LaPone High School Band, the 1977 graduates marched off of the field and into a new beginning of discoveries, adventures and remembrance which shall continue throughout their entire lives. 34 — Graduation 1. AFS student Nicky McDonald happily walks off the ramp with her well deserved diploma. 2. Arlene Kicrnacki and Barry Killingbeck wait to receive their diplomas. 3. A variety of expressions cminate from seniors waiting to receive their diplomas. •1. Karen Zimmerman looks at graduation as just a stepping-stone to the future. 5. Sue Hyde reflects her satisfaction on the night of graduation. 6. The Class of 1977 patiently listens to the speeches given at Commencement. 7. Linda McGee complacently looks forward to the years ahead. 8. Mr. Westphal announces Glen Minich as a 1977 graduate of LaPorte High School. Graduation — 35 Heavy Snow Impairs LaPorte County For the first time in many decades, heavy snow storms devastated the whole of the upper midwest. LaPorte was no exception to this wrath of nature. All schools in the area were closed due to more than 100 inches of snowfall. Not only the schools closed down, but also many factories and businesses in LaPorte were closed, halting activities for up to two weeks. President Carter declared LaPorte County and surrounding counties a disaster area due to the intense cold and the great difficulty experienced by workers clearing away the snow. However, the spirits of LaPortians were not frozen and soon after the blizzard the town was back to normal, awaiting the summer months with great enthusiasm. 36 — Feature Feature — 37 Career I X ORGANIZATIONS BSC GR-........... AFS INTERNATIONAL CLUB NHS STUDENT COUNCIL — PEPPER CLUB POM-PON........... DEBATE NFL SPEAKERS BUREAU SOLO SPEECH....... ART CLUB.........— LANGUAGE CLUBS---- FCA............... Community Aided by Service Clubs This year was one of the strongest years for Girl Reserves and Boys Service Club activities. BSC helped with the bloodmobile, rang bells for Salvation Army, aided local polls with election coverage, and collected ballots for the Dr. Kesling award; while GR had the rent-a-worker project, Cystic Fibrosis Fund Drive, collected toys at Christmas, and hosted many parties at the County Home. The officers for BSC were: Greg Kelver, president: Tim Sudrovech, vice-president; and Dave Jackson, secretary - treasurer. GR was headed by president, Sandy Kelsey; vice-president, Denise Haferkamp; secretary, Nona Moryl; and treasurer, Lori Lambert. BSC ond GR — 40 1. Natalie Carlson addresses a GR meeting. 2. 1976-77 GR Officers. 3. Barb Wallis. Anne Prellwitz, and Jane Berby entertain preschoolers at the St. Pat’s Day Party. 4. Kim Lange dresses in the appropriate outfit for GR initiation. 5. Ken Kunze goes through the trials of BSC initiation. 6. BSC Officers are: Tim Sudrovech. vice-president: Dave Jackson, secretary-treasurer: and Greg Kclver. president. 7. Tim Sudrovech fulfills his BSC duty by escorting Homecoming Queen Linda Bunce. BSC and GR —41 AF5 Students Enjoy Year at LPHS This year iwo AFS students, Nicki McDonald (New Zealand) and Neville Silva (Philippines) gained many experiences, many memorable moments, and met many new people during their senior year at LPHS. When asked what they enjoyed the most about LaPorte both girls agreed that the prom had to be the most unforgettable happening. Nicki, who lived with the Robert Prellwitz’s, thought that school here was much easier and found extra time to participate in French Club, International Club, GR, FCA, Volleyball, and Track. Neville stayed with the Frank Villines' and felt things here were basically the same, but more fun. She particularly liked dances. Neville belonged to Spanish Club, Pepper Club, International Club, and GR. 42 —AFS 1. Neville stayed with the Villines': Neville. Cindy, Melanie, Lisa. Mr. Frank Villines, and Mrs. Kathy Villines. 2. Anne and Nicki take time to chat on the court. 3. Nicki poses with her family, The Prellwitz's: Anne. Mr. Robert Prellwitz. Mrs. Kay Prellwitz, Marty, and Rob. 4. Neville practices riding a bike, an activity she cannot practice at home. 5. Nicki and Neville take time from their studies to enjoy the spring weather. 6. Lisa and Neville entertain themselves with their version of ’Chopsticks. AFS — 43 I ROW 1: M. Lemberis, S. Bachman. P. Heyse. J. Wade. P. Kipp, C. Lemberis. K. Rollins, and K. Dighe. ROW 2: D. ICmiel. S. Rittenberry. K. Surowiec. C. Szawara. J. Aaron. M. Miller, and Y. Browder. ROW 3: Mitch Feikes. K. Jones. R. Stephens, and D. Stephani. ROW 4: D. Bernacchi, M. Bciser. S. Ford. Mike Feikes. and M. Polstra. ROW 5: D. iForgarty, C. Scholl. G. Kelver. and V. Clayton. NOT PICTURED: J. Anderson. C. Arndt. L. Bunce. S. Carlson. M. |Freidman, J. Nicklas. T. Reffett, K. Slater, S. St 1. As M. Feikes presides over the Student Council meeting. Sec.. P. Kipp concentrates on the minutes. 2. Student Council Members. 3. NHS OFFICERS: V. Clayton. M. Delfino. M. Gebhardt, and C. Wade. 4. Mixed expressions are viewed on the faces of M. Feikes, S. Rittenberry. and V. Clayton at a council meeting. 5. V. Clayton explains the regulations that an NHS member must abide by. 44 — Student Council NHS and Student Council Strive for School Unity Throughout the year, the Student Council was very active, this benefited the students of LPHS. The most spectacular activity was homecoming, which Student Council organized. It had been two years since the last homecoming parade; they also sponsored an after game dance. In April, the council organized a student exchange between several schools in Northern Indiana, this proved to be a great success. This year’s officers were: Pres., Mitch Feikes; Vice-Pres.. Greg Jones: Sec. , Pam Kipp; and Treas., Pam Deardurff. This year's NHS has displayed the high level of academic achievement that has been traditionally handed down from NHS chapter to chapter since 1921. The NHS has also proven to be a very active and functional organization of LPHS throughout 1976-77. Working as officers with Mr. Brinklow as sponsor were: Pres., Mark Gebhardt; Vice-Pres.. Mark Delfino; Sec., Vane Clayton: and Treas., Cindy Wade. Initiation was held on May 24, where students who strived in leadership, service, scholarship, and character were initiated. All in all, it has been an interesting, eventful, and rewarding year for the NHS. NHS —45 1. Janet Mannia shouts a word of encouragement. 2. Pat Garwood cheerfully dances through a routine. 3. Members of the pep-block generate Slicer spirit. 4. Pepper Club’s pep-pals decorate the athletes' lockers. 5. Senior pom-pon girl. Lori Lambert, shows a special concentration as she performs. 6. Kathy Surowicc. Mary Beth Russ, Cara Lemberis, Julie Icmmolo. and Natalie Oman swing through another good routine. 7. Freshman Jane Nicholson helps LPHS Pepper Club members Martha Cavanaugh and Jamie Werner promote school spirit. 46 — Pepper Club 7 Enthusiasm Reigns as Females Show Spirit This year’s Pepper Club, under the direction of president Janet Mannia; vice-president Terri Garcia; secretary-treasurer Mary Beth Russ; seating chairman Pam Kipp; and pep chairmen Suzanne Tamow and Sandy Rittenberry, helped to promote Slicer spirit. The Pepper Club sold booster badges for the basketball games, sponsored two dances. sponsored a wrestler for a trip to the NCAA wrestling tournament in Oklahoma, and once again had the pep-pal” program. The Pom-Pon squad, headed by captain Arlene Kiemicki, performed at half-time of five basketball games. Mrs. Jane Goad, sponsor, felt that these girls were greatly improved and had the best year ever. Pepper Club — 47 1. John Nicklas addresses the audience in preparation for a forthcoming debate. 2. Kalindi Dighe indicates how much time is left for one of her fellow debaters. 3. Members of Novice Debate. Natalie Dayton and Natalie Carlson, discuss a topic of the Debate Team. •1. The 1976-77 Novice Debate Team are: 1st ROW. L TO R: Marvin Polstra, Natalie Carlson. Judy Goethals. Natalie Dayton. April Amor. Debbie Moffitt. Ivy Cope. Guillerme Lopez. 2nd ROW. L TO R: Jack Waak. Harold Roman. Matt Eberly. Kevin Reffett, Steve Clindanial, Tom Roush. Charles Shaw. Paul Valentine, and Chris Burns. 5. Kris Dighe questions Shaw Friedman on some of his affirmative points of a debate topic. 6. The 1976-77 Varsity Debate Team. t Dighe .K Ji'« FRONT ROW. L TO R: K. Dighe. T. Reffett. J. Werner. G. Westphal. BACK ROW. L TO R: M. Delfino, K. L. Mahoney, G. Oman. J. Nicklas. R. Stephens, T. Jankowski. S. Friedman, and L. Levine. J Debate Debaters: The Voices of LPHS □□□□□□□□□□□CD 4 A highlight of this year’s 18 member Novice Debate Team was the Novice State Meet at Lafayette-Jefferson. Two, two- person units remained in the top 8 with the team of Reffett-Eberly reaching the semifinals match. The Advanced Debate Team consisted of 14 members. Highlights included the Ball State Meet in which Kris Dighe and Mark Delfino captured top honors while Shaw Friedman and Lee Levine finished in second place. Friedman was named Top Varsity Debater. And, at the National Forensic League Northern Indiana District Debate, Levine and Friedman ranked 3rd. The debaters also won the Round-Robin Tournament in the St. Joe Valley League and tied with Riley H. S. for the Sweepstakes Trophy. Those earning the trophy were M. Delfino and Robyn Stephens. LaPorte also won the Hall-Maple Traveling Trophy from St. Joe H. S. This trophy is awarded annually to the school who had the best combined record in solo speech and debate events. Many of the team members were involved in Speakers Bureau. The purpose of Speakers Bureau was to encourage student participation in various speech activities. Officers were: Rudy Gurrola, president: Kris Dighe, vice-president: Kalindi Dighe, secretary; and Pat Eggleston, treasurer. Debate — 49 Solo Speech Gains Popularity The La Porte High School Solo Speech Team, coached by Arnold Yarno, grew in size and popularity, as the 1976-77 squad consisted of 18 members. In order to travel and compete with the team a student had to be a member of either the Solo Speech or Debate class. The team attended 8 invitational meets. In addition, a squad of 26 members went up the IHSFA Sectional at Chesterton. Of these, 18 advanced to the Regionals. Robyn Stephens, Pat Eggleston and Kris Dighe went on to State, Dighe finished 7th in Discussion. Those members who did consistently well were: Jim Kaminski, who placed in finals 8 times; Pat Eggleston and Robyn Stephens, each placed 5 times in finals. Sue Zobrist placed 2nd at the District level in the Voice of Democracy Competition. Pat Eggleston received 4th place honors in the state American Legion Competition. She won $175 in cash and scholarship money. Doug Schroeder won the district competition and placed 2nd in the Knights of Columbus Contest. The National Forensic League was created as a national organization for honorary students. To college admission officials, membership to this national organization represents that a student has excelled in high school speech activities. Officers for NFL were: Rudy Gurrola, president; Rae Lynn Helterbrand, vice-president; Lori Myers, secretary-treasurer; and Shaw Freidman, historian. 50 — Solo Speech 1. Connie Daubc. Pat Eggleston. Julie Wawok, and Tammy Bunning tape a student panel forum for the radio. 2. Martin Schlocsscr, Diane Nockels. and Pat Eggleston research their next speech topic. 3. Mr. Yarno demonstrates the proper usage of a video-tape machine. •1. Todd Salmon and Debbie Tilling produce a debate demonstration videotape. 5. Jim Kaminski and Pat Hiler file magazines for extemporaneous speaking. 6. Members of the 1976-77 Solo Speech team are: FRONT. L TO R: B. Gourley, L. Myers, T. Bunning. R. Helterbrand. MIDDLE: S. Zobrist, J. Wawok, S. Curry. D. Cavinder, P. Schoof, P. Eggleston. P. Hiler, D. Cmiel. BACK: D. Schroedcr. Mr. A. Yarno, C. Daubc. M. Schloesser, D. Nockles. J. Kaminski. Solo Speech — 51 1. An Club’s float caught many peoples' eyes as it passed down Lincolnway. 2. Yancy and GC Browder dance In front of An Club's backdrop at the Variety Show. 3. Julie Brown directs lighting during a play. 4. Kiin Schrciber and Steve Yelich practice dancing ability at an An Club dance. 5. Linda Coffeen shapes her statue. 6. Emily Kesling and Carla Chidalck check over final plans for the Variety Show. 7. Lisa Villines works on her macrame. 52 — Art Club Art Club Continues Its Winning Tradition Winning awards proved to be a habit with An Club as they captured top honors in the Homecoming Float competition for the sixth consecutive time. Other significant projects undertaken by the Club were: the abstract painting of the American Flag backdrop for the Variety Show, co-sponsoring the Variety Show, and organizing the Christmas assembly. Officers for 1976-77 were: Emily Kesling, president; Beth Boardman. vice-president: and Lori Yandt, secretary-treasurer. Art Club —53 1. New officers for 1977-78 are: J. Anderson. B. Grott, A. Malee. K. Smith, and I. Bressman. 2. French IV students are entertained by M. Fouqueray. playing and singing French songs on a guitar. 3. Members of the Spanish Club working at a car wash. 4. E. Nicholson and A. Pressel plan their trip to France in the summer. 5. FRENCH CLUB OFFICERS: N. Dayton. L. Jongkind, and B. Osborn. 6. GERMAN CLUB OFFICERS: D. Danielson. D. Ruddy, and C. Roman. 7. Mr. Holmes passes out a German exam to his German Hi class. 8. M. Fouqueray. foreign exchange student from Paris, assists Mr. Vanmol in the French classes. 54 — Language Club� Language Broadens Student Interest The language clubs at LPHS offer interested students a chance to learn more about the cultures of different countries through the many activities which they provide. This year’s French Club officers were; Pres., Natalie Dayton; Vice-Pres., Leo Jongkind; Sec.- Treas., Becky Osborn. The club had many money-making projects such as cheese and crepe sales to enable the members to attend the French Festival and take their annual trip to Chicago. The money also helped finance student trips to France. The Spanish Club, this year, raised money to send students on a trip to Spain in the summer and also to Chicago for a day in the spring. Heading the club were Pres., Rich Young; Vice-Pres., Lisa Mosher; Sec., Iris Sanchez; Reporter, Pam Kipp and Florence Hagle; Program Chairman, Bill Hurley. German Club officers; Soph., Kim Embree, Deb Danielson; Juniors, Ric Graf, Debby Ruddy: Seniors, Linda Han, Chris Roman helped lead the club in raising money through the annual carnation sale. They also sold ice cream during the lunches each day to obtain funds for various club activities. Language Clubs — 55 1. During a break in a meeting. Eric Schreiber. Scot Ford, Tim Flickenger. Jim Grau. and Dave Small, clown around. 2. Kevin Arvescn. Tom Burris and Gene Moryl relax prior to a meeting. 3. Tim Teets and Linda Garwood catch up on much needed rest at the marathon basketball game. 4. Nicki McDonald and Mike Feikes spruce up a truck at the FCA car wash. 5. Members of FCA execute tough defense during the basketball game. 6. 1976-77 FCA Officers. 7. Many of the FCA members participate in the game. 56 — FCA FCA Promotes Fellowship The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a social group that relates Jesus Christ to everyday life and sports. The Fellowship helps people to find happiness and fulfillment through God. The FCA encouraged members to show concern for people and events that surrounded them. They opened their doors not only to athletes but to anyone of the Christian Faith. Their activities ranged from Christmas caroling, and a marathon basketball game, to hosting a speaker at LPHS. The Fellowship has enlightened many of the students at LPHS with the guidance of Mike Feikes, president: Pete Turk, vice- president: Sheryl Cudney, secretary; and Bill Rippy, treasurer. fca — 57 58 SPORTS STATE CHAMPS FOOTBALL----- GIRLS’ GOLF TENNIS------- VOLLEYBALL — CROSS COUNTRY WRESTLING---- GYMNASTICS — SWIMMING----- BASKETBALL — BASEBALL..... GIRLS’ TENNIS - BOYS’ GOLF--- BOYS’ TRACK — GIRLS’ TRACK- RESERVES — AUXILIARIES — INTRAMURALS - CHEERLEADERS- m J1 -60 -62 -64 -66 -68 -70 -72 -74 -76 -78 -80 -82 -84 -86 -88 -90 -96 -98 102 Sports — 59 Members of the 1976 Baseball Team were: John Vail. Arden Smith. Darrell Gray. Ray Kwasny. Bob Brenda. Bill Rardin, Greg Iscminger. Steve Crabtree. Dave Small. Rich Wiltfong. A1 Wesolowski. Ed Gilliland. Greg Jones. Keith Ferguson. Ed Gourley, Mike Raymond. Chris Fritzen, Jeff Roseman. John Zawada, Greg Cotter. COACHES: Dave Reed. Ken Schrcibcr. and Dave Parse 11. BAT GIRLS: Tammy Jones. Marcia Wampler. Teri Wampler. Cindy Blank, Judy Micetich, Greta Wcstphal. Davelle DeMarco. Jan Dickens, and Dawn DeMarco. MANAGERS: Mike Taylor and Roger Hewitt 60 — State Chomps State Champs Aren't New For the second time since 1967 (1967, 1971, 1976 and runners-up in 1973) the Slicer baseball team captured the state title. They also recorded an amazing 34-4 season along with being rated 1 in the state and 6 in the nation. Two Slicers, Arden Smith and Bob Brenda, were selected to the All-State Team and John Vail, Smith, and Brenda were selected to the All-Star Team. Rich Wiltfong, Bill Rardin, Smith, and Vail were chosen to the All-Conference Team. Coach Ken Schreiber was the coach for the All-Star Game and was chosen Coach of the Year for the state of Indiana. The Slicer Baseball Team would like to express its thanks to Principal Jack Hyde, Athletic Director Ray Cox, and goundsman Bert Burlingham. The golf team flashed an impressive 18-3 record at the state golf championship this past year. After placing 3rd in sectionals and 1st in regionals the team pulled somewhat of a surprise by winning the state title. Dave Finley and Mark Moryl led the team with an average of 2.35 and 2.83 strokes over par. Finley was the 1 conference player with Moryl taking 3rd in the DAC. Other members of the team were Bret Uebele who maintained an average of 3.88 strokes over par, sophomores Scot Benefiel and Gene Moryl aided their team in the state victory. Losing only one player, senior Mark Moryl, hopes for the 1977 team were high. As the 1976-77 school year started many L.P.H.S. teams were looking for the highly prized state championship title. State Chomp� — 61 Tough Schedule Proves Disastrous for Gridders Receiving a new head coach, Lou Famiano, along with a completely new system of football strategy, the Slicers went into the season with one of the toughest schedules around. Playing 5 state ranked teams out of a 10 game season, the Slicers faced such opponents as last year's triple A champs, Merrillville, both of whom are in the rugged Duneland Conference. The Slicers ended the season with a disappointing record of 0-10. Greg Cotter was voted Offensive Back of the Year and was chosen to the All- Conference Team as a punter. G. Cotter was the leading ground gainer for the team this year with 296 total yards on 137 carries. Co-Captain Scott Reinert was voted MVP and was also named to the conference team. Defensively the Slicers were led by junior John Zawada and senior Don Dhoore. Dhoore was chosen Best Defensive Lineman by his teammates with a total of 145 points, a new seasonal record. Bill Rippy was also named to the conference team as a Defensive Linebacker. Kirk Peterson received the Dr. Gardner Award for mental attitude. J. Zawada and Todd Anthony were voted team captains for the next season. Though another tough schedule will face the Slicers next year they are apt to improve. 62 — Football 1. 1976 Team. 2. Scott Reincrt talks over defensive strategy with Coach Bob Streitcr. 3. Don Dhoore makes one of the many tackles that made him defensive lineman in 76. 4. First year Coach Lou Famiano contemplates the situation facing him during a Slicer football game. 5. Lou Biernacki (71) and Greg Bartoszek (63) scramble after a fumble during the Chesterton game. 1st ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: M. Lemberis. S. Reincrt. M. Feikes. L. Biernacki, D. Dhoore. B. Wright, B. Rippy. T. Hornig, K. Peterson. M. Feikes, G. Crites. 3nd G. Knowlton. 2nd ROW: Coach D. Deardurff, E. Schreibcr, E. Gourley. T. Essling. T. Burris, G. Bartoszek. J. Zawada, J. Churchill. K. Curry. R. Mullins, J. Laberge. C. Baczkiewicz, E. Ginther. 3rd ROW: Coach B. Streiter. Mgr. j. Duffy. Mgr. M. Swanson. B. Lowery. M. Wedow. T. Anthony. C. Ray. J. Rodgers. M. Raynond. T. Myrcs, G. Cotter, C. Bryan. Trainer J. Coddingion, and Coach L. Famiano. Football — 63 1. Sandy Kcsling looks diligently down the fairway as her shot lands short of the green. 2. Denise Cmiel's smooth swing results in another on target shot. 3. Debbie Hanberg takes a practice swing before she hits an iron from the rough. 4. Tammy Hanberg waits in anticipation as her shot from the rough approaches the green. 5. Preparing to chip on to the green. Sara Anthony realigns her shot. 64 — Girls’ Golf Underclassmen Aid Excellent Golf Season Coach Mike Hoke felt it was an excellent” season considering the fact that there was only one senior, Tammy Hanberg, on the team. Continuing their winning ways of last year, the girls have now compiled a 23-0 record in dual competition. For the second year in a row they won conference and were sectional champs, which allowed them to compete in the state meet, placing 12th out of 18 teams. They established a new school record with a score of 186 against Chesterton and a new sectional record of 389. Sara Anthony's 46.1 average was the best on the team followed by Debbie Hanberg's 52.9, T. Hanberg's 50.1, Denise Cmiel's 53.9, and Sandy Kesling’s 58.7 averages. Sara Anthony was voted most valuable by her teammates and Debbie Hanberg received the most improved trophy. Girls' Golf — 65 N-E-1-4-10-S? The LPHS boys' tennis team completed an excellent season with a record of 20-4 and a rating in the top ten of the 1977 coaches’ poll. Team effort proved to be outstanding as they were conference champs for the second consecutive year. Mike Cain, playing the number one singles position, ended his career with a 73-5 overall record, establishing a new record for career singles victories. His season record for 1977 was a well earned 19-4. Taking the number two position was Chris Bums with a 23-1 record and Tom Rumely held an 18-2 singles record. In varsity doubles competition Lee Levine had a record of 11-9, Pete Turk completed the season 12-12, Marty Cain finished 14-5, and Jeff Adkins held a record of 17- 7. Awards granted this year went to Mike Cains for most valuable; Most Improved went to Pete Turk, and Tom Rumely received the Captain’s Award. 66 — Tenni� LEFT TO RIGHT: Tim Swanson. Jorge Duailibe. Lee Levine. Mike Cains. Tom Rumely, Pete Turk. Doug Schroeder. Chris Bums. Many Cains. Jeff Adkins. Pat Reed. 1. Pete Turk and Lee Levine contemplate an error during doubles competition. 2. Moving into position, Mike Cains gets ready to deliver a backhand. 3. Chris Burns powers a forehand shot. 4. Pete Turk backhands the ball to his opponent. 5. Lee Levine thinks over his latest performance. 6. Mike Cains shows complete concentration in returning the ball. 7. Keeping his eye on the ball. Tom Rumely prepares to receive his opponent's return. 8. Members of the 1976-77 tennis team. Tennis — 67 Offense Leads Slicerettes to Successful Season Girls’ Volleyball concluded iheir season with a 12-7 record. Coach McKeever said, ”It took two to three weeks to get the team playing as a unit, but the overall teamwork was excellent this year.” In the Westville tournament, LaPorte beat Westville, Elston, and then Rogers for first place. At the sectionals, the Slicerettes were beaten out of a sectional crown by New Prairie. Gayle Newton, outstanding server, had a 95.7 percentage. Setters were G. Newton and Sally Spahn with spikers Sheryl Cudney, Sally Bachman, Dianna Watkins, and Kris Neindorf. At the fall sports banquet, G. Newton and S. Cudney were awarded Co-MVP. G. Newton was also awarded the Golden Arm Award. S. Bachman was awarded the Most Improved. 68 1. Sheryl Cudney is setting'' to a teammate In the match against Rogers. 2. 1976-77 Volleyball Team. 3. Kris Neindorf pauses for a moment to show her fighting determination. 4. During the game against Rogers. Sheryl Cudney executes a fantastic spike into the opponent's court. 5. Coach Marcia McKeever shows apprehension during a perplexing game. 6. Nancy Shannon achieves an awkward “bump to her teammates Dianna Watkins 50 and Sally Bachman 20. 7. Captain Cindy Wade is shown setting the ball to Gayle Newton. Volleyball — 69 FRONT ROW. L to R: Steve Carson. Patty Heyse. Scott Anderson. Juan Espinosa. Jamie Aaron. BACK ROW. L to R: Larry Owen. Steve Toutloff. Tim Tecis. Greg Jones. Capt. Dave Jackson, and Coach Holmes. 1. Steve Toutloff shows a winning smile after qualifying for the state meet. 2. The 1976 cross country team. 3. Tim Teets strides to the finish line. 4. Greg Jones is caught in mid-air as he strides over a rural course. 5. Steve Carson struggles to catch up with his opponent. 6. Dave Jackson, while on the injury list, watches his fellow teammates with apprehension. 7. Jamie Aaron leads his opposition as they come to the finish line. 70 — Cross Country Injuries Plague Cross Country Season For the first time in many years, the Slicers were represented at the State Cross Country Meet as senior Steve Toutloff placed 34th in the major event. Steve also set a new course (Elks Club) record for the 2Vi mile run with a time of 12:41. However, this did not help the cause for this year's cross country team as they finished the season at 1-10. Even with several injuries throughout the season, the Slicers finished 6th in the DAC, 10th in the LaPorte Invitationals. and 11th in the Sectionals. Captain Dave Jackson and senior Toutloff, as the only returning lettermen, formed the nucleus of the 1977 team. Coach Mark Holmes found freshman Jamie Aaron to be a consistent competitor and a good prospect for future years. Adding a new look to the team was the addition of two girls, Patty Heyse and Becky Wooden, both of whom felt that it was a rewarding experience. At the Sports Banquet Toutloff received the MVP Award while Tim Teets received the Most Improved Award. Cross Country — 71 1976-77 LETTER WINNERS WERE: Todd Bell. Scott Rci- nan. Bill Rippy, Bob Sabic, Mike Smudde, Dave Lower. Kin Lawson. Mark Bernacchi. Basil Datzman, Mark Koch. Jim Turner, Rich Manin. Mike Cooper, Rudy Lopez, Ray Metheny. Frank Safranck, Cun Lof- ton. Brien Erne, and manager Brian Chalik. 72 — Wrestling Coaches End Careers With 4-8 Season Larry McKeever and Joe Solomos closed their coaching careers with a 4-8 season in wrestling. It proved to be a long season for the coaches and the team as little things kept this from being one of those super seasons. However, the season was not without its bright spots as many young wrestlers performed well. At the winter spons banquet Todd Bell was named MVP, recipient of the Dr. S.A. Farnsworth Award as well as recording the most falls and take- downs. Rich Reinart received the most improved award as well as a co-award for most falls. Mark Bernacchi and Jim Turner were named as co- captains for next year's team. 1. Todd Bell applies a little leverage to an opponent. 2. Basil Datzman prepares to reverse on his opponent as he looks at the time clock. 3. Coach McKeever aids one of his wrestlers during a match. 4. Some opponents found Todd Bell too much of a match. 5. The official starts the second period as Mark Bernacchi takes command. 6. A Rogers wrestler tries to escape as Rich Reinart tries to gain control of the match. Wrestling - A A. A JL L 'k. i JL F RONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: Mary Lcmbcris. Marti Chalik. Sue Tamow, Julie Coquyt, Diane Kabclin. Linda Brunke. Diane Mannia. Maureen St. Clair. Kim Job. Brenda Schmidt | and Gina Chidaiek. BACK ROW: Manager, Theresa Lashinis: Kim Wclnetz, Cara Leinberis. Patsy Gut maim. Wendy Coleman. Karen Rippy, Jane Berby. Coach Jan Tuerff, and Manager. Debi Rose. Winning Season for 1st Year Coach First year gymnastics coach, Jan Tuerff, was very pleased with the year even though no one advanced to the regionals. However, they did have four conference winners, Diane Mannia, Kari Rollins, Suzann Tarnow, and Dori Pelz. There are 3 levels of competition in gymnastics and the team records were: the Beginning Level 5-3, Intermediate Level 5-3, and the Optional Level 3- 3. At the winter sports banquet, Karen Rippy was chosen Most Improved. Sue Tarnow captured the Most Valuable Player Award and Patsy Gutmann got the Captains Award. Kim Welnetz was voted next year's captain. 74 — Gymnastics 1. A concerned look comes over Sue Tamow's face as she retreats from her floor exercise. 2. Diane Mannia displays the balance needed for the balance beam routine. 3. The 1977 Team. 4. Wendy Coleman holds a smile upon her face as she pushes herself up to a straight arm support. 5. At the conclusion of her floor exercise routine. Carolyn Davis finishes with a flourish. LA PORTE GlJDEflP ARE THE GREATEST! Gymnastics — 75 1. A guise of stress overcomes Tom Brunke’s face as he labors to reach the finish. 2. Tom Burris concentrates on a first place victory as he races toward the finish line. 3. Kirt Kirkham strokes his way through the 500 free-style race. 4. Coach Tonsoni's worried look conveys a note of concern for his team. 5. Jerry Hagenow swims his way toward a place in the state finals. G. 1976-77 Swim Team. 7. Dale Wing flies high while executing his twister. '' ROW 1. L to R: B. Frank. J. Hagenow. L. Jongkind. P. Turk. T. Burris. T. Brunke. K. Kunze. and J. Debrugne. ■ ROW 2, L to R: J. Thodc, C. Bums. K. Kirham. A. Scupham. L. Dopieralski, S. Nash, and D. Wing. ROW 3, L to HK R: M. Fricke, M. Schlosser. L. Locke. C. Beck. M. Jongkind. S. Mladick. M. Lavcry, and J. Smith. ROW 4, L to i: J Buyet. J. Scott. L. 1-rlcke. K. Studtman. J Hluchan, J. Wattcrson, N. Floyd. C. Wesoloski. andj. Jackson. 76 — Swimming Tankers Swim to a Successful Season Finishing 20th in the IHSAA State finals highlighted this year's season for the tankers who recorded a 6-6 dual meet record. This 20th place came as a result of Leo Jongkind's 3rd place finish in the 100 yard backstroke and the 12th place finish of the medley relay consisting of Jongkind, Tom Burris, Tom Brunke, and Pete Turk. Both the relay and Jongkind set new school records in their events. Coach Norm Tonsoni, in his last campaign as Coach, felt that the season was a total success as the orange and black of LPHS once again stood in the awards circle at the state swim meet. However, the season had its difficulties as the weather caused the cancellation of two dual meets, a North Central Relay, and the Duneland Conference Meet. At the winter spons banquet, Peter Turk was awarded the MVP Award as well as the Dr. Mueller Award. Steve Nash was presented with the most improved swimmer award by his teammates. Juniors Tom Burris and Jeff Thode were elected co-captains for the 1977- 78 campaign. Swimming — 77 FRONT ROW. HoR: Brad Lubs. D. Justice. J. Skibbc. R. Tuck, and R. Collings. BACK ROW: Coach Wilson. M. Reidcr Bryan Lubs. K. Ferguson. J. Phillips. B. Uebele. S. Marovich. and Asst. Coach Banhel. NOT PRESENT: D. Evans. S Benefici, and K. Atkins. ____ ______________ ____________________________ 'um m w m w m mm 1. 1976-77 Sliccr Basketball Team. 2. While K. Ferguson (42) blocks his opponents, M. Reider aims the ball for a confident shot. 3. Junior class, winners of the spirit stick, show their enthusiasm through cartoons of the coaches. 4. R. Collings (50) grabs for the ball, with teammates Ferguson (42) and Lubs (20) assisting. 5. Coaches Wilson. Banhel. and Kunze show apprehension during an exceptionally close game. 6. B. Lubs (20) meets opposition from his rival while attempting a basket. 7. J. Phillips (40) and B. Lubs (20) wait anxiously as R. Collings (50) shoots for two. 78 New Coach Spurs Sheers Through Season The 1976-77 LPHS Slicers started their season with a new coach, Mr. Bill Wilson, and concluded with an 8-12 record. Coach Wilson considered it to be a successful season as both the players and the coaching staff gained experience and maturity. Bret Uebele proved to be a great asset to the team, leading with 55 assists, as well as 281 points, and a 77 percent mark in free throws. Mark Reider was the number two scorer with 220 points. Keith Ferguson led the Slicers with 52 offensive rebounds, 85 defensive rebounds, and 137 total rebounds. Jay Skibbe was runner-up in the number of assists with Brad Lubs leading in free throws. The Plymouth game on Dec. 11th was ’’the most impressive of the season,” said Coach Wilson. Early in the game the Pilgrims took the lead by seven points. But the Slicers fought back to tie the game at half-time with a score of 30-30. Some ’’clutch” shooting by Dave Evans and Jay Skibbe gave the LPHS team a 56-54 victory. At the Rotary Winter Sports Banquet, Ferguson was presented with the Kesling Scholarship, as well as being voted the most valuable player. Bret Uebele was given the Kaminski Free Throw Award and Most Improved Player. Jay Skibbe received the trophy for Defense. 79 1. Catcher Mike Raymond shows anguish after being spiked while lagging a Buchanan runner out. 2. Second baseman Mike Davis (-12) backs up Dave Small as he puts a tag on an opponent (� 3). 3. Coach Ken Schreiber plans his strategy for the upcoming inning. 4. Ed Gourley squares for a bunt while Ed Gilliland waits in the on deck circle. 5. Capi. Al Wesolowski readies himself for an on-coming pitch. 6. Rich Wiltfong ( 4) slides safely into second base as a Buchanan fielder leaps for the ball. 7. 1976-77 Baseball Team. FRONT ROW. L TO R: M. Miller, C. Szawara, M. Droege. G. Westphal, J. Aaron, M. Wampler, P. Deardurff, D. Cmiel. K. Surowiec, and S. Rittenberry. SECOND ROW, L TO R: G. Metcalf, E. Gourley. M. McDermott, D. Justice, E. Gilliland, A. Wesolowski, C. Fritzen, J. Roseman, G. Jones. D. Small, and K. Buckmaster. THIRD ROW. L TO R: Asst. Coach D. Parsell, J. Zawada. R. Wiltfong. M. Davis. E. Schreiber. S. Padgett, and Coach K. Schreiber. NOT PRESENT: G. Cotter and M. Raymond. — — ;_________________ ____-___— 80 —Baseball Slicers Struggle to Keep State Title Coached by Ken Schreiber with the help of Asst. Dave Parsell, the 1976-77 Baseball Team finished their season with a 22-8 record as they entered tournament action. La Porte finished in 3rd place in the Duneland Conference, closely trailing Merrilville in first and Chesterton in 2nd. The Slicer team consisted of three leading pitchers: Sr. A1 Wesolowski with 10-3, Jr. Chris Fritzen with 7-1, and Sr. Mike Davis with 5-4. Leading hitters for La Porte were: Rich Wiltfong with a 0.351 batting average, Ed Gourley with a 0.359, and A1 Wesolowski with a 0.364 average. Coach Schreiber said, As defending State champions, we must play more consistently in order to realize a second straight State title. Our season, overall, was a good one, and we received fine effort throughout the most pan. Two major highlights of the season were: The Slicer’s 7-5 win over South Bend Clay, and Wesolowski's 12-for-12 strikeouts against Westville in Sectionals. At the National Rotary Spons Banquet, awards were given to: A1 Wesolowski for Most Valuable Player, the A. Lee Fuller Award to Ed Gilliland, and the Thomas Ciecka Award to Rich Wiltfong. Boseball — 81 3rd in State The lennis team entered a very challenging season this year, ending up with an 18-2 record and finishing 3rd in the state. Led by the state’s runner-up in singles competition Marrianne Guiney, the team had a very fine season with just one senior, Sally Spahn, on the team. M. Guiney defeated teammate Karen Day in the sectional finals for a victory. Both proceeded to the regional with M. Guiney being the regional victor. She proceeded to the state meet where she placed 2nd and the team placed 3rd. S. Spahn received the Captain’s Award at the Spring Sports Banquet, with Linda Han being chosen Most Improved and M. Guiney garnering Most Valuable. FRONT. L TO R: Sally Spahn. Anne Feikes. Nancy Shannon. Lissa Barker. BACK. L TO R: Becky Osborn. Karen Day Pat Hllcr. Ruth Peters, and Marianne Girl� Tenni� 1. Karen Day makes an all out effort during a match. 2. 1977 Team. 3. Sally Spahn displays a disdain look after her missed shot. •1. Becky Osborn gives a victory salute after her match. 5. Pat Hller leaps for an overhead smash. 6. Marianne Guiney concentrates on receiving her opponents serve. l Girls Tennis— 83 Golf Tries for Repeat Performance Returning to the green this year with 5 previous letter winners and a State Championship under their belts, the Slicer Linksmen had a tough act to follow. Led by Uebele Award winner Dave Finley's 76.74 average, the Slicers performed with seven steady players. Following Finley were Scot Benefiel who won the least putts trophy with 27.84 and an ave. of 77.2, Gene Moryl with a 79.19 ave., Bret Uebele who won the trophy for hitting the most greens with 587o accuracy and an 80.43 average, followed by Joe Liffick at 83.3, and Tim Sudrovech at 84.31. The team finished with an average score of 316.05 strokes per 18 holes and finished 2nd in sectionals. 84 — Golf Scot Bcneflel I LEFT TO RIGHT: Gene Moryl, Bill Hurley. Mark Delfino 5 Coach Bob Hoke. Bret Uebele. Joe Liffick. Dave Finley, and Tim Sndrovich 1. 1977 Varsity Team. 2. Bret Uebolc watches his chip shot approach the green. 3. Dave Finley strokes a shot from the fair way. •1. Joe Liffick frowns upon his ensuing shot. 5. Gene Moryl concentrates on his task at hand, chipping a shot. 6. Scot Benefici strokes a putt towards the cup. Golf —85 1. Boys Track team of 1977. 2. Showing great determination. Perry Watson pole vaults to a victory. 3. Steve Carson finds himself exhausted after the half-mile run. 4. Cortney Ray hurdles the last hurdles during a grueling race toward the finish line. 5. First place goes to Luis Espinosa as he wins the half mile relay. 6. Tom Meullcr is congratulated by Byron Richardson after running in the mile relay. 7. Chris Yelich puts the shot toward a winning distance. 86 — Track .FRONT, L TO R: Pat Reed. Bruce Ratnackcrs. Scott Anderson. Byron Richardson. Steve Carson. Jim Beasley. BartS Dugan. Jeff Brcsman. Tim Teets. Luis Espinosa. Perry Watson. Guillermo Lopez. Bob Wedow. ROW 2: Doug a Ainsworth. Brian Richardson. Ron Mullins. Roger Cameron. Tom Mueller. Ken Jones. Duane Arndt. Steve Toutloff. Chet Roberts. Steve Kloss. Brian Paxson. Greg Arndt. ROW 3: John Bennett. Steve Yelich. Chris Yelich. Jcrrv Spcvak. Dave Jackson, Cortney Ray. Larry Owen. Garry Bowers. Mark Tarnow. Glen Minich, Jerry Hagenow, Rich ■£' ' CoHings. Track Team Succeeds Through Determination Entering his first year as track coach, Mike Barthel led his 1977 trackmen to a season record of 5-7 and a third place in the LaPorte Invitational. Hard work and a lot of team effort helped to place the track team fifth in the Duneland Conference, fourth in the Chesterton Relay Division, and sixth in the Sectionals. Continuing their individual records through the Regionals were: Chris Yelich, Steve Yelich, Roger Cammeron, and Cortney Ray. At the annual Kiwanis Spring Sports Banquet, Steve Kloss, Steve Playes, and Chris Yelich received trophies for the Captains Award, Most Valuable Player, and Most Improved Player, respectively. Steve Toutloff was presented with the Van Wagner Award, while Luis Espinosa received the Regnier Award. Named as the 1977-78 Tri- Captains were Luis Espinosa, Cortney Ray, and Roger Cammeron. Trock Heart-Break Season for Girl's Track For ihe 2nd year in a row ihe Slicerettes won the Duneland Conference Meet. But this year, with a change in the scoring system, the Slicerettes were placed 2nd overall because of Dual meet losses to Valpo and Merrillville ending with a 10-4 record. Junior Marie Benjamin broke her own DAC Meet record in the 100 yd. dash with a time of 11.4. The 880 relay team broke a school record in the sectional meet with a time of 1:49.4. Patsy Gutmann placed 5th in the 80 yd. hurdles at the regional meet, qualifying her for the State Meet. At the Spring Sports Banquet, Patsy Gutmann captured every award but one. She received The Carpentier Award for Mental Attitude, the Most Valuable Trophy, and the Captains Award. Also receiving an award was Diana Watkins, Most Improved. Patty Heyse was named Captain for 1978. FRONT. L TO R: Cindy Beck. Patsy Heyse, Gayle Newton. Sue Laun. Maria Gabella. Kim Glanders. Sherri Trottler. Nancy Walters. BACK ROW, L TO R: Mgr. Denise Miller. Marie Benjamin. Sheryl Cudney. Dianna Watkins, Nick 88 — Girls Trock 1. Gayle Newton passes the baton to a determined Patty Heyse. 2. 1977 Team. 3. Marie Benjamin shows one of the many expressions of a winner. 4. Patsy Guimann and Dianna Watkins show the joy and jubilation of winning as teammate Kim Glanders looks on. 5. Sheryl Cudney heaves the softball during competition. 6. Marie Benjamin is nipped at the finish of the 100 yd. dash. 7. Gayle Newton stretches for an extra inch while long jumping. 8. Patsy Gutmann strains to catch a fleeting opponent. Girls Track — 89 90 Reserves Supplement Varsity Program 1. Nancy Floyd strains through the last leg of the 440 relay. 2. Steve Yelich and Otis Akins position themselves for a rebound against Merrillville. 3. Cal Wcsolowski comes up for a breath of fresh air while making a Breaststroke turn in the middle of his Individual Medley. 4. Dana Cook. Vicki Ballinger, and Nicky McDonald ready themselves to receive a serve. 5. 1976 Reserve Football. 6. Brian Richardson watches his free throw shot arch toward the basket. 91 Reserves Prove Competitive 1. Linda Schroeder returns a deep baseline shot from her opponent. 2. Debbie Miller follows through with her serve during a reserve match. 3. Bryan Richardson pulls ahead of Ban Dugan at the finish of the high hurdles. 4. Sally Dorman readies herself to receive a serve from her opponent. 5. 1977 Reserve Golf Team. 6. Jim Beascly edges ahead of teammate Greg Ardnt during the 100 yard dash. 92 — Reserves Reserves — 93 Slicer Reserves Show Great Potential 1. Bill Sales rares back and fires a fastball past an opposing batter. 2. Jeff Stevens heads toward home plate on a teammates hit. 3. Andy Myer watches a fly ball soar into the hands of an opponent. 4. Dismayed at his teams play. Coach Dave Reed looks on. 5. THE 1977 RESERVE TEAM: FRONT ROW. L TO R: D. Berger. S. Nedza. B. Sales. J. Masterson. J. Stevens. A. Myer. D. Santana. S. Hcltcrbrand. B. Standerfer. L. Rehlander. A. Schultz. BACK. L TO R: Coach Reed. B. Frost, K. Porter. M. Reed. B. Shuta. R. Jackson. J. Coffeen. R. Miller. S. Ford. J. Holtz. D. Parker, and N. Salo. 6. Randy Miller follows through with a mighty swing. 7. Bill Shuta eyes his pitch as teammate Bart Frost readies for the swing. 8. Andy Myer slides into third base. - 2 Reserves — 95 1. Pam Kipp and Mary Beth Russ provide towels for the Slicer Football players. 2. Sandy Rittenberry sells programs and cushions during a baseball game. 3. Pam Deardurff and Marcia Wampler cheer on a Slicer player during a football game. 4. Kathy Casper and Anne Mahoney help time a race during a swim meet. 5. Slicer bat girls Kathy Suroweic and Chris Szawara talk about the ensuing baseball game. 6. Beth Boardman adds up the running score during a swim meet. 96 — Boosters Girls Promote Slicer Sports The water girls, bat girls, and clockstoppers all aided in the promotion of the Slicer Sports Program this year. The girls helped in ticket sales, running of events, and cheering the players on to victory. All in all, it was one of their most successful years. The bat girls not only managed the players' bats, but also made refreshments for the players of both teams. The clockstoppers kept score and timed events while helping Coach Tonsoni with the swim meets. The programs expand every year and this year was no exception. Next year is expected to bring more girls into the programs to promote Slicer Sports. Boosters — 97 Intramurals Offer Student Participation Intramural Spons are designed to give a great many students a chance to panicipate in competitive sports. Two of the many sports offered this year were volleyball and basketball. Teams were determined by student choice and they competed against each other until there was one final victorious team. This year, the winning volleyball team consisted of Dave Small (Capt.), Ed Gilliland, Jim Phillips, Bruce Dale, Greg Jones and Mike Feikes. In the basketball competition, the winning team in the Jr.-Sr. A-Division was Don Dhoore, (Capt.), in the Jr.-Sr. B-Division, Tim Teets (Capt.) and in the Sophomore Division, Mark Levenhagen (Capt.). 98 — Intromurols 1. Kirk Peterson, Dave Jackson and Cortney Ray relax a bit before resuming the action. 2. Russel Stcigly hits as Gabe Szokc awaits his turn at bat. 3. Gabe Szoke readies himself for an on-coming ball. 4. Mr. Laufman and Mr. Powers discuss a few of the rules and regulations with Bret Alcorn and Tim Teeis before the action begins. 5. Mark Otwinski hits the ball into foul territory. 6. Tim Flickenger serves the ball to his opponent’s court. Inframurals 99 1. A fasi break added to many games. 2. Jim Grau sets the ball to fellow teammates for a spike. 3. Doug Justice rushes to prevent the ball from being grounded. 4. Team official Jim Kimmel starts a game of basketball. 5. Brett Alcorn successfully serves the ball. 6. Bob Johnson hits a fly ball to the opposing team. 100 — Intramurals Intramurals Provides Opportunities for All Girls intramural programs this year were basketball and vol- leyball. Both programs were sponsored by Mrs. McKeever. The winning basketball team was Cudney’s defeating Sharp’s team 20-17. Members of the winning team were Sheryl Gud- ney, Gayle Newton, Kris Nien- dorf, Ruth Peters, Nancy Shan- non, and Lisa Barker. The volleyball winners were Platz's team comprised of Sarah Platz, Mary La very, Karen Suitor, Pam Kissinger, Kris Noe, Kathy Daube, Kathy Hammonds, and Terri Johnson. Intramurals — 101 Cheerleaders Spread Sheer Spirit 1. Sue Tarnow reflects the happiness of winning. 2. Marie Benjamin leads the Slicer fans with a cheer. 3. Members of the reserve squad are: Chris Szawara. Marie Benjamin. Maria Barber, Diana Kabclin. Kim Schreiber. and Dawn DeMarco. 4. Karen Rippy thinks about a hopeful Slicer victory. 5. Reserve cheerleaders do the traditional LaPorte cheer. 6. Wendy Coleman and Tricia O'Neal show their spirit as they do the bump. 7. Diane Kabelin leads a cheer for the Little Slicers. 8. Linda Bunce concentrates on a cheering routine at a pep session. 9. Members of the varsity squad are: Karen Rippy. Linda Bunce. Sue Tamow. Gay Birkholz. Tricia O'Neal, and Wendy Coleman. 10. Enthusiasm is shown as Gay Birkholz controls Slicer spirit. 11. Diana Kabelin and Kim Schreiber discuss their views on the game. Cheerleader� — 103 ACADEMICS ENGLISH---- MATHEMATICS SCIENCE—... LANGUAGE SOCIAL STUDIES---- PHYSICAL EDUCATION HOME ECONOMICS BUSINESS.......... INDUSTRIAL ARTS--- MUSIC -...........- SPECIAL EDUCATION NIGHT SCHOOL----- COUNSELING....... MEDIA............ NON-TEACHING----- ADMINISTRATION — Acodemics — 105 Staff Provides for Varied Interests Highlighted by its annual trip to Stratford, the English department continued to offer students a variety of course selections and outside activities. In its fourth year of existence, the Phase Elective program continued to alter its curriculum to meet the ever changing attitudes and interests of the students. Under the direction of Dr. Shannon Reffett, department chairman, the staff expanded the areas of study to include a course in the English Novel, Radio Production, and Dramatics. In addition, the staff sponsored speech teams, a variety show, three plays, a newspaper, a yearbook, a stage production of Chekhov plays, as well as a trip to Purdue to see THE TEMPEST. Jean Burnt Karen Ellison Jim Eppcrt Gene Gierke Jim Lamp! Glenn Llnncmann Angela Mitchell Roger Munson Picture Not Available 106 — English 1. Dr. Reffett welcomes students to his class. 2. Ann Mahoney and friend recreate Name That Tune. 3. Julie Fulmer and Colleen Curtis have opposite reactions to their lecture. 4. Students receive individual instruction from Mr. Eppert. 5. Chris Burns spruces up prior to being taped for an audio-visual program. S GO English — 107 1. Terry Zoborosky prepares research material for a term paper. 2. Maine Engle brushes up on a section of a novel. 3. Groucho Marx is reborn through the antics of Steve Nash. 4. Pat Cook and Larry Dilloway give their rendition of The Odd Couple. 5. 1977 HI-TIMES staff. 6. Joni Cooksey revises a theme. 7. Mr. Gierke and Mr. Yarno share ideas with students. 108 — English Ida Rcffcu Dr. Shannon Reffcrt Loi Rosenow John L. She I Joanne Shepard Amlc Yarao English Department Involves Students English — 109 1. Tim Backer is aided by a substitute teacher. 2. Rip Ludlow shows Kathy Casper how to draw. 3. Tami Whitacre carefully studies a tough problem. 4. Mr. Barker questions a student as Kim Embrec shuns the thought of being next. 5. Sherry Goodson watches the clock as she tries to finish a tough problem. 6. Julie Bilger uses a compass to figure a problem. 7. Mr. Feikes stresses a point during a discussion. 110 —Moth Math Students Encounter Many Problems The strains of You've got to be kidding echoed through the halls of the math wing as students encountered new 'problems.' They, the students, were asked to learn such items as f(k) = (3X2 + 1) and the lim of 3(2X1) (X+2X)-, plus the derivative of sin x cos y. Mathematics, though, provided a fascinating world of numbers, figures, and equations. It also provided a background for other subjects, such as science, and the specialized jobs of today’s employment scene. Thus, two years of math are required with a wide variety of courses being offered. The department was headed by James Peterson. Lowell Barker lame Dllworth Earl Dolaway Bill Fclkc Charlotte Hoglc Moth — 1 11 Jim Jonas Jim Peterson 1. Geometry students show different ways of getting by in a class. 2. A concerned student works on an assignment. 3. Steve Meegan reacts to his quick solution. 4. Mr. Feikes stresses a point as he tries to prove a theory. 5. Roxanne Quadlin proves a problem. 6. Pam Smith concentrates on a new formula. 7. Marilyn Drocge works on her homework for math. 8. Mr. Dilworth looks over a student's shoulder to get a glimpse of the HI-TIMES as others look on. 112 — Math Math: Search for the Answers Math — 113 Science Offers a Variety of Courses Varon Cambell Tom Fiihcr Fran Gourtey Dale Pctcrton Ken Plantz BUI Powers 1. Ms. Gourley assists a student with his biology assignment. 2. Todd Ransom adjusts a slide on the microscope. 3. Steve Britten and Jan Swanson prepare Cindy Wade to take a pulse-rate test. •4. Chris Krcilek outfits Terri Johnson for a blood pressure test. 5. Mr. Plantz and Mr. Cambell observe chicken embryos with the microscope. 114 — Science This year, many students involved themselves with the complicated and interesting world of science. The students were faced with a variety of courses ranging from the environmental studies of the earth science class to the ever-baffling world of physics. Department head Fran Gourley stated that students could choose from five courses within the department. These courses included earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and physiology. In these areas, one learned about the external study, the paramecium, living creatures from the parameciums to human beings, human anatomy, how to take an individual’s blood pressure, and how to relate one’s heart beat to physical conditioning. Science — 115 1. Mr. Fisher helps Pcic Turk wiih his chemistry homework. 2. Jim Kaminski sits through a tedious hour of biology. 3. Richard Young carefully measures chemicals for his experiment. •1. Mr. Famiano helps the physics class with their experiment. 5. Karen Suitor and Sara Plata record the results of their test. 6. Carol Whitted and Nona Moryl discuss their recent chemistry assignment. 116 — Science Chemicals and Equations Baffle Students Science — 117 Language Classes Broaden Student Knowledge LPHS students enriched their cultural knowledge through the language classes, in which proper pronunciation and grammar were emphasized. The French classes, taught by Mr. Van Mol and Mrs. Koselke, included French literature and play cuttings, of which some were acted out. They also sang modem French songs and cooked French food. Spanish, taught by Mr. Stokes and Mrs. Stevenson, utilized programs to develop the student's skills. These programs dealt with different aspects of Spanish culture. Mr. Holmes' German students advanced their speaking ability by developing German stories from pictures, cooking German food, and through reading German plays. 118 — Language Mark Holme 'e pre poor Joyce Koiclkc Alda Swvcruon Richard Stoke Joe VanMol 1. Paul DeLetter quizzes a student on verb endings. 2. Beth Alumbaugh is helped by a fellow student with her verb tenses. 3. Iris Sanchez works studiously on her Spanish homework. 4. Susie Miller and Barb Casper sample their homemade French bread. 5. French I students practice the an of conversation. Language — 119 Language Class Creates Cultural Awareness 1 20 — longuogo 1. Diane Boicc and Sherry Southard work on improving their speaking skills. 2. Richard Young and Sue Welch help each other with their Spanish assignment. 3. Mr. Stokes and a student wash cars for Spanish Club. 4. Mrs. Kosclke aids the students in French pronunciation. 5. Colleen Curtis listens intently to the lecture which Julie Fullmer finds amusing in German class. 6. Mr. Holmes contemplates his next homework assignment. 7. Florence Hagle and Teresa Lashinis listen to one of the many reports in Spanish class. Language — 121 Games, Mock Trials, and Visual Aids Provide Students With New Insights 122 — Social Studies 1. Social studies students listen to the teacher's lecture. 2. Eric Schrelber and Gene Moryl plan their strategy in a slavery class activity. 3. Wayne Daisy as Supreme Court Justice conveys the decision of the jurors. 4. Kathy Schreider decides on a new stock In Promises Kept. Promises Broken class. 5. Mr. Reburg lends a helping hand. 6. A history student absorbs necessary information in class. 7. Mr. Tonsoni aids Sherry Gentry with her Family Planning assignment. 8. Mr. Parsell points out the action in history class. CO Social Studies — 123 Social Studies Launches A New Era Mr. A. Brinklow and his staff launched a totally new social studies program this year. This New Era” program was designed to provide the students with a series of minicourses that would be more appealing to them; such courses as ‘vocations’, 'minorities’, ’propoganda’, ’the civil war , and ’courtroom justice.’ Each course ran for a nine-week period and the instructors also changed courses. This new program was such a success that it was selected by a national validation committee for study and as an example for other schools. Of course, this program had its share of problems just as any other new venture often has. For many, scheduling was the major problem but all-in- all the program was a success. M. Banhcl A. Brinklow D. Cooper M. Hoke S. Klimczak L. McKee vet K. Moryl D. Parse 11 D. Rcbcrg K. Schrclbcr W. Tarnow N. Tonsonl 124 — Sooal Studies 1. Classmates look through an old geography book. 2. Mr. Hoke emphasizes a point to Chris DeWolf and Wayne Daisey. 3. Chris DeWolf. Wayne Daisey, and Mark Wedow discuss their assignment. 4. Mr. Parscll helps Teri Garcia in a simulation game. 5. Mr. A. Brinklow. Social Studies Department Head, goes over some finishing touches to the new curriculum. 6. Peggy Owen receives help from Mr. Reberg. Social Studies — 125 1. Cara Lemberis spots a friend in a back walk-over on the balance beam. 2. Diana Watkins displays an unusual technique on the tennis courts. 3. A student prepares to pitch the ball in a game of softball. 4. Kathy Ozdyck and Beth Alumbaugh find a comical moment in their health class. 5. Sheila Evans and Mary Miller discuss a health project. 6. Brian Richardson displays dismay at striking out. 7. Cindy Lee readies herself to begin a game of tennis. 126 — Physical Ed. Students Gain Physical Fitness Physical Ed — 127 1. Maria Benjamin tries her hand at the parallel bars. 2. Denise Snyder returns a serve in a game of tennis. 3. The girls in gym class practice their leg lifts. 4. Steve King prepares to throw the ball to 1st base. 5. Walter Allen strikes a conquering pose above his victim. Jeff Bcseman. 1 28 — Physicol Education Exercise Keeps Students Fit The LPHS physical education classes offered students a variety of sports within the course structure. Many students received a change of pace by becoming involved in archery, yoga, dancing, and gymnastics. Others had the opportunity to brush up on the standard skills found in football, soccer, tennis, and basketball. However, the department, headed by Mr. Robert Hoke, began to look forward to next year and the new facilities that will be gained. Mr. Hoke stated that many new courses will be added so that the students will have a chance to learn a larger variety of physical exercises that will last him or her a lifetime. These new facilities will be welcomed, but our staff has done excellent with what they have. 3 2 Physicol Ed. — 129 1. A student prepares an outfit for a contest. 2. Lori Rosenberg finds enjoyment Is sewing. 3. Students enjoy the new equipment donated by Whirlpool Corporation. 1. Baking muffins was only one of the skills taught in home economics classes. 5. Many students found time to sample others' cooking. 6. Advice is always wanted. 130 — Home Economics Students Learn to Economize Learning to be economical in the home was the basis of instruction within the framework of the home economics department. This concept paid off as students mastered the art of cooking, sewing, and basic housekeeping. As the year progressed, students in each of the three foods classes had an opportunity to prepare a variety of foods, to study nutrition, and to get an exposure to proper etiquette. Pattern and fabric selection, tailoring, and independent study proved to be both interesting and valuable to those students enrolled in sewing. All-in-all, one could see that the home economics department's philosophy of economizing pays off did pay off for the students. Home Economics — 131 Practical Application Provides Skills 132 — Home Economics 1. Mrs. Yamo questions her students’ 'homework.' 2. Students also had to learn how to clean up after their dally cooking. 3. Pat Kessler works on completing a sewing project. 4. Carolyn Hannah cleans up as Sue Lansford begins preparation for making a pie. 5. Pat Cash tries out one of the new microwave ovens. 6. Mrs. Crosby becomes amused by some classroom antics. 7. Chris Roberts inspects one of her classmate's projects. 8. Lisa Locke appears to have had enough of her cooking for one day. Home Economics — 133 Business Education Leads to Future Jobs The development of practical skills paved the way for students interested in continuing a career in business. Students were taught worthwhile skills in the areas of typing, accounting, bookkeeping, shorthand, and speedwriting. The latter course, speedwriting was introduced this year as a course designed to aid students in taking notes in classes. Some students elected to become a part of the D.E. (distributive education) or C.O.E. (cooperative office education) classes. These two were centered around on-the-job training and were headed by Larry Danials and Richard Bauer respectively. Other students elected to learn about business law, office machines, stenography, and basic office practice. The department was headed by Mr. Bauer. Richard Bauer Gloria Ballard Larry Daniels Dick Dcardurff Bcmle Laufmann Harried Lchncr Picture Not Available 1 34 — Business 1. Chris Courlcy completes her accounting assignment. 2. Mr. Piper contemplates the day's lesson plan. 3. Bridgeiic Lewis is careful not to make any mistakes in typing class. 4. Sue Laun makes a few corrections on her typing paper. 5. Mr. Piper's students improve their typing skills. 6. Debbie Minich shows aggravation at her typing errors. CO CO W Business — 135 1. Nancy McGee ponders a friend's question about an assignment. 2. Natalie Smith works on her office practice duties. 3. D.E. students begin the spring fever blues. •1. Steve Kloss and Steve Padgett share opinions. 5. Sandy Ogden hurries to finish a timed writing. 1 36 — Business Practical Skills Gained Through Practice Business — 137 Industrial Arts Develop Life Long Skills According 10 Mr. Darrell Chapman, department head, today’s trend of more vocational training caused the industrial arts department to prepare for its forthcoming expansion into the new facilities. The instructors are currently handling over 1000 student hours per day. Along with the young men, young ladies prepared to embark on a professional trade path. The department also sponsored the ICT program which continues to grow each year. Darrel Chapman John Kunzc Norman McGarvcy Maurice Munson James Nova Us Ramsey James Reed Glenn Smuddc Joe Solmos Don Zeller 1 38 — Industrial Arts 1. Don Zellers aids a student with the printing press. 2. Students receive instruction on small engines from Mr. Smudde. 3. Jim Nova aids a student with an electronics problem. 4. Mr. McGarvey takes 3 break during a drafting class. 5. Power 11 students look on as John Kunze gives instructions in welding. 6. Kathy McCain became one of the first girls to take advantage of the building trades program. 7. Milton McCoy aids a classmate with some precision work. 8. Jim LaBcrgc exercises proper safety measures while doing some grinding. GO Ei 03 S Industrial Arts — 1 39 1. Kendra Ainswonh works on her projeci in printing class. 2. Kathy Fitzgerald and Jim DeBruyne finish their drawing assignments in drafting class. 3. Mr. Kunze demonstrates his skill at welding. 4. Karen Rejak completes her printing project. 5. Tom Essling adjusts the oscilloscope to obtain the proper reading. 6. Andreas Cabella finishes his homework in electricity class. 7. Rich Jonas and Darin Wak work together on their assignment. 8. Peggy Werner is perplexed by a drafting problem. 9. Bob Lcmcly works intensely on his project. 140 — Industrio! Arts Industrial Arts Makes Learning Fun Industrial Arts — 141 Music Puts Spirit in LPHS Activities The LPHS music department helped to stimulate school spirit by providing both instrumental and vocal music at several activities. The instrumental side of the department was headed by Guy Foreman and consisted of the marching band, football pep band, basketball pep band, jazz band, and the concert and symphony orchestras. The vocal was led by Mr. Burke and was comprised of swing choir, A Cappella, choirs, and mixed choirs. Bob Banning Eddie Burke 142 — Music 1. Glenn Oman plays A COLONIAL LEGEND on the tuba. 2. Karen Passafume and April Engle harmonize during A Cappella class. 3. Connie Daube and Sue Price tune up before concert rehearsal. 4. Orchestra members take a break during class. 5. Ron Masek focuses his attention on his trombone playing. 6. Symphonic band members await their opening cue. 7. Marching band plays the school song at the end of another football game. Music — 143 1. Preparing to conduct. Mr. Forman scans his music. 2. Pep Band members take a break during a basketball game. 3. Symphonic Band members await Mr. Forman's cue during the spring concert. 4. Walter Allen plays the xylophone during rehearsal. 5. Basses sit idle awaiting their players. 6. The 1976-77 Symphonic Band. 7. Greg Zarco concentrates on playing his baritone. 1 44 — Music And the Best Goes On Art Department Inspires Creativity The art department this year continued to offer a multitude of programs designed to broaden the student's interest and creativity. The program was split into three divisions from beginning and intermediate to the advanced classes. Some of the different facets included in the curriculum were: drawing, painting, dimensional design, macrame, and many others. The two art teachers, Mr. Rhodes and Mr. Carnell stated that; Each year is a progressive step toward making the individual aware of an as an everyday occurrence and not just something for a museum.” The department was headed by Robert Rhodes. 9 1 46 — Art 1. Lynda Milligan and Vernon Parker touch-up the mural In the Art Room. 2. Lisa Villines concentrates on tieing knots for her macrame. 3. Deann DeVaux docs the delicate work on her silver smith project. 4. Emily Kesling paints a casket for the Spring play. 5. An Art student touches up her oil painting. 6. Kalindi Dighe works on her wire sculpture. Art — 147 Artists Show Creative Talent 148 — Art 1. Emily Kesling completes her art sculpture. 2. Dennis Rcuillc tools a design. 3. Casey Zahrt illustrates clay modeling for Carl Hcusi and Nancy Keller. 4. An An student displays his talent with an original clay sculpture. 5. Kerrie Akins works on his papier- mache . 6. Chris Kramer chisels a log. 7. Jeff Clawson adds the final touch to his art project. 8. Debbie Smudde works on her macrame. 9. Linda McLough works diligently on an etching. Counselors Lend a Helping Hand Although the work of LPHS counselors was often overlooked, they performed the important tasks of determining the academic needs of the students and scheduling them in the most beneficial classes. To seniors these individuals were a constant source of information because graduation requirements had to be met and college plans completed. The juniors were assisted in planning for their final year of high school. Early in the school year, PSAT tests, were given to those interested in preparing for college. For those not planning to attend college counselors answered questions pertaining to their career after graduation. The incoming sophomores had all of their varied questions answered as the counselors lent a helping hand. Charlccn Cosand 150 — Counselors Ron Clindanlcl 1. Bob Horn shows th3t counseling requires a great deal of paper work. 2. Wayne Daisey receives help in scheduling from counselor Roger Smith. 3. Bob Horst discusses a problem with one of his students. 4. Sylvia Embree enjoys a coffee break during a long day. 5. Charleen Cosand discusses college plans with Lisa Mosher. 6. Ron Clindaniel finds a moment of enjoyment during his counseling day. SylvU Embree Bob Horn Roger Smith Counselors — 151 Media Center: A Place for Learning The old library became the new media center this year as an audio-visual area was added and the periodicals were updated. The librarians and their assistants helped the students find the material needed for classes while Mr. Bernard handled the audio- visual needs of the faculty. Also. Pete Ulrich and Margaret Needo provided 'special classes’ for those students that had need for small group instruction in many educational areas. 152 — Media 1. Kathy Smith uses one of the many phonographs available in the media center. 2. Gus Nino ponders over a book in the library. 3. Mrs. Garrison is caught by surprise while typing the fine list. 4. Greg Bellinger listens to an audio-visual presentation. 5. Students take advantage of the new library facilities. 6. Mr. Ulrich relaxes after a days teaching. 7. Lori Koehn assists Mike Myers in the new media office. Media — 153 154 — Media Improved Media Facilities Offer Assistance 1. Steve Duerr completes some research in the library. 2. Pat Kessler. Donna Barrier, and Donna Hudson dry mount materials. 3. Mrs. Parsons files magazine requests. 4. Mr. Bernard assists a student in using the cassette loop. 5. Ted Jaskawcicz and Bob Kindig make use of the card catalog in the library. 6. Jeff Hundt monitors the recording of a radio broadcasting production. 7. Miss Ncddo instructs her class. 8. Students work diligently to complete their assignments. Medio — 155 1. Mrs. Sack performs one of the many duties of an administrative secretary. 2. Mrs. Rackham prepares to aid an ailing student. 3. Mr. Famiano grimly records unexcused absences. 4. Mrs. Lamber verifies student schedules. 5. On a break from the bookstore. Mrs. Goad pages a teacher. 6. Mike Smudde requests Mrs. Collins' assistance in the principal's office. PhyllU Cook Loti Famiano Jane Goad Imogen Umber Betty Rackham Rotcmary Sack 156 — Non-Teaching Non-Teaching Staff Benefits L.P.H.S. An unnoticed but necessary part of LPHS was the non- teaching staff. This group supplemented the work of the faculty and administration who together formed the complete picture of a typical school. Before the school day began, these people answered phone calls concerning student absences, typed announcements, maintained order, kept records, and took care of the many custodial and cooking duties. During the day, if students became ill they could go to the nurse’s office for aid. Numerous hours were spent each day by the secretaries, cooks, custodians, nurse, and Mrs. Goad, in helping students. Non-Teaching — 157 Administration Demonstrates Leadership The problem of whether 10 allow students to smoke at school became one of the central issues of this year. After much deliberation, the administration reversed their limited smoking policy and returned to the old policy of 'no smoking on school grounds.’ The administration also had to deal with the many problems involved in the creating of the new facilities at our school. Even with these ever present problems, the administration continued to provide leadership for the students and faculty. 158 — Administration 1. Assistam principal Ario Westphal studies the organization of teacher assignments. 2. Principal Jack M. Hyde ponders the many views of the no smoking policy. 3. Bill Hannah, assistant principal, works on summer school assignments. 4. Mr. Hyde signs Certificates of Merit for graduating seniors as business manager A. C. Graber looks on. 5. Mr. Hyde listens intently to a concerned student. 6. Athletic Director Ray Cox has his paper break” interrupted by one of the many phone calls from opposing coaches that concern themselves with scheduling. Administration — 159 Seniors Begin Final Stages of Transition The leadership of LPHS fell on the shoulders of the Senior Class. It was their job to keep LPHS as a functioning whole as they involved themselves in such activities as the JR-SR Banquet, Boy and Girl Representatives, National Honor Society, Girl Reserves and Boys Service Club. They also sponsored various dances and numerous money-making projects. PATSY GUTMANN Treasurer t-. � ■ v — —: v Kr i Uk, foi fr, rtf , WVcUil) UatVo— ,- 5 -T .f w-f JO.V, i4u; - , iuH, Sfivw( 3 ,+ s. S'MACttfe., twi- s ©va«. iy,6V i«M, ► -) u ,U J6u� ,Uvc v 1, 1........- Vtvltt� ) - • w 5. 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U , Uff- kilU(U'ufc«vCS , , W.lVaUv.-Wia,— diw, Uoivi, q mxl, UojUq , U fdo, ZJooWslf, , Z.r ;©� � , 1, iqVi 162 — Seniors LOREN ADAMS SANDRA ADAMS WALTER ALLEN TIMOTHY ALLESEE REBECCA ALSIP CORINNE ARNDT KIRT ARNDT LAURA ARNOLD HAROLD AUGUSTINE SALLY BACHMAN DONALD BARBER SUE BARBKNECHT DANIEL BARKER RALPH BARR CLAUDIA BASS EDWARD BASSETT TERRY BEAM BRENDA BECKER JODI BECKER WAYNE BEHENNA MARGARETT BEISER TODD BELL DAVID BENNER PATRICIA BENNER MICHAEL BENTLEY DOUG BERNACCHI LOUIS BIERNACKI TODD BLAKE JOHN BLINE ELIZABETH BOARDMAN Seniors — 163 ALLEN BOWEN TIMOTHY BOWERS GARY BRITTON KATHERINE BROWN PAMELA BROWN LARRY BROWNLEE JERRY BRYAN LINDA BUNCE JEFFREY BUNCH DENISE BURGER PAMELA BURGESS TERRY BURK BRENDA BUSH VERONICA BUSH AMY BUSS EDWARD CAIN MICHAEL CAINS BOBBIE CALBERT RICK CARLSON ROBERT CARLSON CAROL CARQUE DONNA CARRANO PATRICIA CASH BRIAN CHALIK CARLA CHIDALEK DAWN CHIDDISTER RONALD CHRISTIAN JANICE CHROBAK JEFFREY CLAWSON GERALD CLAYTON 164 — Seniors VANE CLAYTON MARY CLEMANS PATRICIA COLLA RD DANNY COMBS PAMELA CONJALKA DALE COOK JONI COOKSEY DANNY COREY RICHARD CORTELYOU JOHN CRAMER DAVID CROY JAMES CUMMINGS BRUCE DALE EILEEN DAN KATHRYN DAUBE BRENDA DAVIS MICHEAL DAVIS CONN DAY SUSAN DELAPAZ MARK DELFINO KAREN DELISLE JAMES DEMORET CATHI DETTWEILER DEANN DE VAUX DONALD DHOORE DARLENE DICKEY SHARRY DICKT KRISHNA DIGHE CAROL DILLOWAY DENNIS DILLOWAY Seniors — 165 CYNTHIA DOUGLAS KAREN DRAKE JORGE DUAILIBE DOUGLAS DUNKLEBERGER THERESA DUTTLINGER MAURICA EDGECOMB CHERRY EDWARDS BRIAN EHRICK TERRI ELDER CHRISTOPHER EMBREE CYNTHIA ERNE RAYMOND ETHERTON BRENDA EULER DAVID EVANS DAVID FACKELMAN 166— Seniors LINDA FEAR MICHAEL FEIKES MITCHELL FEIKES SANDRA FELTON KEITH FERGUSON DAVID FINLEY WANDA FISHER ANNA FLORY RICHARD FOGARTY SUE FORREST REVA FOX RAYMOND FREESE SHAW FRIEDMAN CINDY FRITZEN PABLO GABELLA Friendship — Something for All MERRIE GAMES JOHN GALLOWAY 1. Dick Fogarty eyes up someone special. 2. Mark Pahs and Natalie Smith find more interesting things than studies. 3. Greg Jones and Ed Gilliland display their usual comical selves. 3 Seniors — 167 WANDA GAMES GRANT GARWOOD DIANE GAYDA MARK GEBHARDT SHERRY GENTRY TIMOTHY GILBERT PAULA GILLEN EDWARD GILLILAND BRYAN GOERS BRUCE GOODSON CHRISTINE GOURLEY DAVID GRAU KAREN GUINEY DAN GURNICZ RUDOLPH GURROLA JOHN GUSTAFSON PATRICIA GUTMANN DENISE HAFERKAMP JERALD HAGENOW LORI HAINES KAREN HAMMONDS KATHERINE HAMMONDS GLEN HAMMONS LINDA HAN TAMMY HANBERG CAROLYN HANNAH PAMELA HARDE JANET HARDIN JOY HEIMS PAMELA HELT 168 — Seniors DOUG HENRIOTT GREGG HENRIOTT CAROL HERTGES BRIAN HERWEHE RONALD HESTERS CARL HEUSI KAY HILL JANET HOFF RICHARD HOLLOWAY BRENDA HOLT CINDY HOLTZ JAMES HOOS PAULA HOPE TODD HORNIG CHERI HOUGH DEB HOWARD JAMES HOWE KAY HUBNER TERESA HUGE TIMOTHY HUGE JANE HUITEMA CHRISTINE HUNT NADINE HYATTE SUSAN HYDE DONNA IVERSON DAVID JACKSON THOMAS JAMES JAMES JANKOWSKI CHARLES JARRETT MARTIN JASPERS Seniors — 169 CYNTHIA JOHNSON JAE JOHNSON JAMES JOHNSON MONTE JOHNSON RICHARD JOHNSON RITA JOHNSON TERESA JOHNSON GREGORY JONES JOHN JONGKIND STEVE KABACINSKI MARY KANNEY CYNTHIA KARAFF SARAH KAUFMAN JOSEPH KEETON MARY KEGEBEIN JEFFREY KEIM MICHAEL KELLEMS JAMES KELLER KAREN KELLER CATHERINE KELLY 170 — Senior� Seniors Find Time to Relax SANDRA KELSEY GREGORY KELVER ROBERT KENNEDY KIM KENYON EMILY KESLING ARLENE KIERNICKI BARRY KILLINGBECK LORI KIRKHAM PAMELA KISSINGER PATRICIA KLINEFELTER STEVEN KLOSS LARSEN KNELLER SANDRA KNOLL WILLIAM KNOLL GARY KNOWLTON CHRISTOPHER KOBAT LORI KOEHN VICTORIA KONOWITZ BARBARA KORELL Seniors — 171 LOUIS KOSOWSKI DAVID KOSTER TOM KOUTTOULAS DONALD KRACHINSKI CONNIE KRAMER STEVEN KRAUS THERESA KRAUSE CHRISTINE KRCILEK KIMBERLY KREIDLER EDDIE KRIVANEK JOHN KROL KAREN KROL DEBORAH KUCHEL PAM KUNDE SUSAN KUNZE RANDY KUTA DORIS LABERGE CURTIS LACHOWIN RICKY LAIN LORI LAMBERT JO ELLEN LANDIS SCOTT LANE SUSAN LANSFORD DOREEN LANTZ TERESA LASHINIS MARY LAVERY KIRT LAWSON CYNTHIA LEE KAREN LEFFEW MARY LEMBERIS 172 — Seniort MICHAEL LEMBERIS KERRY LEVANDOSKI LEE LEVINE SHARON LILLY ANNETTE LOEFFLER MARK LOFBERG EDWARD LOTTER DAVID LOWER BRAD LUBS MARCIA LUTE MICHAEL LUTE TERRY MALSTAFF JANET MANNIA BRENT MANSFIELD STEVEN MAROVICH BRENT MARTIN KEVIN MARTIN PAMELA MAYNARD DEBORAH MCCAIN MEGAN MCCULLOCH NICOLA MCDONALD LINDA MCGEE DEBRA MCGINNIS PAUL MCKAY LINDA MCLOUTH CASEY MEYER BRENDA MILLER CAROL MILLER CYNTHIA MILLER DEBORAH MILLER Seniors— 173 GARY MILLER JEFFREY MILLER MICHAEL MILLER LYNDA MILLIGAN KAREN MILLS PEGGY MILO GLEN MINICH LILLY MINOR BETH MOELLMAN LORRIE MOORE Spirit Reigns 1. Pep sessions are one of the many activities at LPHS in which students take part. Arlene Kicrnicki. Carol Dilloway. 3nd Corky Amdt show their enthusiasm at an outdoor pep session. 2. Dave Benner waits for the bell to ring. LORETTA MORRIS CINDY MORRISON NONA MORYL LISA MOSHER ROBERT MROZINSKI MARGARET MUMAW LISBETH NAGY DEBRA NELSON DOROTHY NELSON SHERI NEW 174 — Seniors JOHN NICKLAS KRISTINA NOE DOUGLAS NOVEROSKE SUZANNE NOVITSKE JEFFREY NUNN KENNETH O’DELL STEPHEN O'DONNELL MICHAEL OHLIS PATRICIA O'NEAL THOMAS OSBORN DIANA OSENGA JAMES OTT LINDA OTT LAWRENCE OZDYCK MANON PADGETT RODGER PADGETT MARK PAHS DANIEL PAINE Seniors — 175 VERNON PARKER JEFFREY PATCHETT SHERRY PATLA WILLIAM PAUFF THOMAS PAVEY KATHLEEN PAWLIK DIANNA PERKINS KIRK PETERSON SUE PETERSON TIMOTHY PETTIS JACKIE PINKERTON STANLEY PIOTROWICZ SARAH PLATZ JULIE PRICE DALE PRINCIPE EDLYN PROUD DAVID PURKAL DIANE PURTHA STEPHEN PURTHA JOEL QUARTUCCIO THERESA QUINN SUSAN RADEMACHER JAMES REEDER TAMARA REFFETT CYNTHIA REHLANDER THOMAS REINERT LINDA REJAK NANCY REMPALA ERIC REN ST ROM MARIANNE REUTEBUCH 176 — Seniors JANET RHODA DANIEL ROBORDY CINDY RICHARDSON GAIL RICHARDSON ROBERT RICHTER PATRICK RILEY BILLY RIPPY TAWNYA RISON MARK RODGERS CHRISTINA ROMAN DEBORA ROMANOSKI SUSAN ROSE JEFFREY ROSEMAN NY DA ROY NORA RUIZ THOMAS RUMELY ROBERT SABIE ROSA SALINAS MARGO SAMPSON MICHAEL SANDERS ANTHONY SCHMITT CHRISTOPHER SCHOLL RODNEY SCHROCK DANIEL SCHROEDER CHRISTOPHER SCHULTZ MARIANNE SCHULTZ TERRI SCHWENK WILMA SEARING JAMES SEITZ BETH SELVIDGE Seniors — 177 KIM SEYMOUR PHYLLIS SHANNON JANET SHARP RICK SHARP JAMES SHEETS KAREN SHOFFNER BARRY SHORTT NEVILLE SILVA EDRIS SIMAR BRENDA SIMPSON RENEA SLATER SUSAN SLEVIN DAVID SMALL ROBERT SMELTZER DAVID SMITH KATHI SMITH MICHAEL SMITH TAMMY SMITH MICHAEL SMUDDE BLAINE SNYDER MICHAEL SNYDER 178 — Seniors FRANK SOMMERS ARTUR SORG GABRIELE SORG SALLY SPAHN ANNETTE SPENCE RICHARD SPENNER CYNTHIA STANDEFER ALEX STASSEL SHAWN STCLAIR DENNIS STEARNS JOYCE STEIGLY KENNETH STEIGELY STANLEY STEPANEK RICHARD STEPHANSEN CHERYL STEPHENS ROBYN STEPHENS JOSEPH STEWART FREDERICK STIGLER TIMOTHY SUDROVECH KAREN SUITOR Seniors Cross Bridge to Community Life Seniors — 179 MARK SUMMERFIELD MARK SURIG SUZANN TARNOW MICHAEL TAYLOR TIMOTHY TEETS BRAD TENNIS KIMBERLY TERRELL DONNA TERRY JOHN TERZINO GARRY THOMPSON DEBORAH TILLING DARLA TRAVIS GUST TRIPODIS EUGEN TUHOLSKI NORMAN TUHOLSKI PETER TURK CLAY TURNER BRET UEBELE DALE UHLEMANN DIANNE UNGER DONALD VANCE ELIZABETH VILLINES HUONG VOBA RICHARD VOGEL JAMES VOWELL CYNTHIA WADE PAT WALDO DEBRA WALLACE CINDY WALLEN WILLIAM WALTER 180 — Seniors MARCIA WAMPLER SANDRA WEATBROOK PAMELA WEBB ROBERT WEBER ROBERT WEDOW JULIE WEGIEL PEGGY WERNER RODNEY WERNER ALLEN WESOLOWSKI GRETA WESTPHAL TAMARA WHITACRE DAVID WHITE JUSTIN WHITE JUSTINE WHITE GREG WHITMAN CAROL WHITTED DAWN WHORWELL CONNIE WIDENER WILBORN WIDENER SUSAN WIENCKEN JONATHAN WILHELM MARK WILLOUGHBY MARY WILMSEN CAROL WILSON NINA WILTFONG PAMELA WILTFONG RICHARD WILTFONG ROBERT WILTFONG DALE WING DOUGLAS WINN Seniors — 181 Graduation Ends Seniors' Metamorphosis BARBARA WOOD REBECCA WOODEN DEBBIE WOODLE ROSEMARY WOZNIAK DIANA WRIGHT WILLIAM WRIGHT PATRICIA WURSTER LORI YANDT DEBRA YATES DAVID YOUNCE RICHARD YOUNG SHELLEY YOUNG WILLIAM YOUNG GREGORY ZARCO STEVEN ZBOROWSKI 1 82 — Seniors DONALD ZELLERS KAREN ZIMMERMAN JEFFREY ZIRZOW DOUGLAS ZOOK DIANE ZYCH GAY BIRKHOLZ SUE BOOZ SHARON CRIPE GREGORY CRITES ERIC DUNHAM MICHAEL JONAS MARC KETCHUM NATALIE OMAN PATRICK READ ROBERT VITALE Camera MICHAEL BEATY GREG BILLINGER DAVID BUCKLAND GARY BUSS GEORGE CHIU JAMES COATS BEVERLY COTTON RUSSELL DEPOISTER STEVEN DUERR JAMES FABROWICZ RONALD FEE TINA FLAGG RICHARD GURROLA MARCIA HARLOW RANDY HART JON HOGAN RICK HUMPHREY STEWART HUTCHENS DAVID JONAS JAMES KALER MARY KELLOGG GUY LAMBERT JAMES MCVAY JEFFREY NEARING TERRY OTT Shy Seniors PHILIP PAXSON JAMES PHILLIPS KEVIN RUSSO STEVEN SALZER STEVE SCHREIBER LARRY SHARP JAMES SHORTT ALISON SIEFKER GREGORY SMITH EDWARD SNYDER ROBERT SNYDER ANDREW SPALDING MARY TARR STEVEN TOUTLOFF GARY TRAVIS SHELIA UNGERANK MARTIN UPP MARY VANDIERENDONCK CHRISTINE VANDUSEN RICHARD WATTERSON DONNA WEST LAURA WETSCH FELICIA WILHELM CHARLES WILSON Seniors — 183 184 — Seniors LPHS Award Winners Outstanding Sophomore------------- Outstanding Junior---------------- Outstanding Seniors--------------- Lions Club Commerce--------------- Chris Isleman Awards-------------- Soil and Water-------------------- Purdue Legislative Assembly Awards Regional Scholastic Award--------- Hoosier Boys’ State--------------- Hoosier Girls’ State-------------- American Legion Citizenship------- ICT Student of the Year----------- DE Student of the Year------------ COE Student of the Year----------- General Mills Family Living------- Foreign Language------------------ Speakers Bureau Award------------- G.R. Outstanding Members-------- B.S.C. Outstanding Members — D.A.R. Award-------------------- Valedictorian------------------- Salutatorian-------------------- John Philip Sousa Award--------- National School Orchestra Award National School Choral Award -- National Merit Scholar--------- -----------------------------------Debbie Moffitt -------------------------------------Marie Benjamin ----------------------Shaw Friedman, Greta Westphal -------------------------------------Susan Wiencken ----------Paula Tarnow, Janet Johnson, Chris Burns -------------------------------------Mark Delfino ------------------------Chris Burns, Pat Eggleston Rae Lynn Helterbrand, Glen Oman, Greta Westphal -----------------------Sandra Felton, Pam Lawson Sue Tarnow, Pat Eggleston ----------------------Kevin Arveson, Chris Burns, Tom Jankowski, Glen Oman, Doug Schroeder ---------------------Kalinde Dighe, Judy Goethals ----------------------Mark Gebhart, Greta Westphal ----------------------------------Barbara Korell --------------------------------------Barry Shorn -------------------------------------Lori Koehn --------------------------------------Sarah Platz --------------------Andrea Presse 1, Emily Nicholson ----------------------Rudy Gurrola, John Nicklas, Shaw Friedman, Lee Levine, Tamara Reffett, Kris Dighe, Robyn Stephens ---------------Ann Feikes, Pam Morgan, Janet Hoff -------------------------Rip Ludlow, Vane Clayton --------------------------------------Peter Turk -----------------------------------Kathryn Hammonds ------------------------------------ Lilly Minor -------------------------------------Vane Clayton ------------------------------------Lilly Minor -------------------------Terry Burk, Beth Selvidge --------------------------------------Peter Turk 187 Juniors Make It Happen at LPHS During the 1976-77 school year spirit reigned as the juniors had vigorous campaign elections and involved themselves in the various activities of spirit week. As a result of these elections the class president became Yancy Browder; Junie Iemmole was elected vice- president. the ballot for secretary went to Chris Kramer; and Marie Benjamin became treasurer. In addition to the usual class- room requirements, juniors had an extra load. Some were faced with the PSAT NMSQT test, some with their first term paper, and others were puzzled with the 9-week grading system. The juniors also found that being the middle man wasn't that easy. They wanted to gain attention from fellow classmates by not using gimmicks. Thus, they held many money making projects and became active in many extra activities to gain rec- ognition. The year of decisions required juniors to search their innermost thoughts in order to determine what they wanted out of life. junior class officers are L to R: Yancy Browder, president: Mr. Bill Powers, sponsor: Julie lemmelo. vicc-pres.: Chris Kramer, secretary: and Maria Benjamin, treasurer. VII Jacqueline Aaron Kevin Ahlgrim Kendra Air� worth Kcrrie Akins Roger Alban Brett Alcorn Susan Atlesec Janet Anderson Todd Anthony Wanda Armstrong Christine Arndt Kevin Arvenscn Mark Ash Kathleen Avery Cas Baczkiewicz Loretta Bailey Terry Baker Maria Barber Mark Barber Kevin Bargholz Scott Barlag 188 — Juniors Mary Jo Barney Donna Barrier Gregg Barxotzck Cynthia Bayer Marlene Bealor Sharlcne Bealor Marie Benjamin Tony 8cmacchi Mark Bemacchl Julie Bilger Dewaync Bird Scott Blake Terry Boardman Diane Boicc Todd Borawski Nancy Bowen Kelly Bralnerd Stephen Brenda Steven Britton Linda Brook James Browder Yancy Browder Julie Brown Kevin Brown Thomas Brunkc Clifford Bryan Susan Buchner Ken Buckmastcr Kim Buncc Chris Bums Thomas Burris Marci Bush William Bus hong Dana Butt Mark Butts Cathy Cable Roger Cameron Rochcll Campbell Kent Carpenter Stephen Canon Barbara Casper Rose Casteel Rita Castle Rod Chambers Tammy Cheung Tina Chidalek Alan Childress Brenda Churchill John Churchill Rod CiesicUki Tim Clark Denise Cmicl Marlene Coats Richard Coburn Wendy Coleman Mike Cook Juniors — 189 Wendell Cook Gregory Colter Melissa Cripe Judy Crockett Sheryl Cudney Robert Cummings John Cummings Kevin Curry Colleen Cunls Chris Dailey Wayne Daisy William Daniel Charles Davis Natalie Dayton Pamela Deardurff James DeBruyne Paul De Letter Dawn Demarco Keith Dcvereaux Christopher Dewolf Rebecca Dick Don Dickson Kalindl Dlghe Tim Dougherty Georgia Dowry Steve Dragos Marilyn Drocgc Roy Dudiak John Duffy Kip Dugan Tim Dunifon Diane Duvall Pat Eggleston Gary Ellingcr Peggy Elmore Alainc Engle April Engle Darla Eskridge Thomas Easting Steven Euler Kevin Evory Stephen Filip Kathy Fitzgerald Linda Flory Cathy Forrester Stewart Foster Mary Franccschini Debra Francis William Frazc Marlene Frazier Howard Freeland Donna Freshour Chris Fritzcn Marla Gabclla Maureen Gallagher Becky Galloway 190 — Juniors Karen Game Garber Shivaun Tcrew Garcia Beth Garwood Linda Garwood Pat Garwood Florence Gilbert Ed Ginther Judy GocthaW Lourdes Gonzales Regina Good ion Sherry Good son Steven Gore Edward Gourley Rlc Graf Jim Grau Jancll Crush Teresa Grys Mark Gunman Brenda Haberman David Hacker Florence Haglc Craig Hager Lori Hagglund Deborah Hakes Frank Hall Wanda Hammonds Pamela Hanna Catherine Hansen Tim Harder Duane Harley Siegrid Hassc Debra Hazclbakcr Kathy Heidcr Rac Hcltcrbrand Jeffery Hcrrold Beth Heusi Patty Heyse Dona Hill Robert Hluchan David Holloway Pam Holloway Dan Holt Lana Holt Darlene Hoops Connie Hostetler Dan Hostetler Brook Hoyt Tom Huber Thomas Hughes Rick Humphrey Julie Hunt Bill Hurley Julie lemmolo Ken Jagodka David Jahnz Juniors — 191 During a semantics class. Steve Nash portrays the comedian Groucho Marks. Participation Proves Key to Junior Success Tom Jankowski Nancy Jcglic Carl Johnson Crystal Johnson Janet Johnson Rich Jonas Robert Jonas Kevin Jones Leo Jongkind Doug Justice Julia Justice Ted Juszklcwlcz Ted Kaxnavas Theresa Kautz Cary Kcehn Maureen Keenan David Keeton Teresa Kcllems Mark Kessler Pat Kessler Paul Killian Marla Kim Patty Klmmcy Pamela Kipp Kurt KSrkham Lisa Kirkham Mark Kissinger Jeff Klcmczak Mark Koch Tracy Koch Cynthia Koehn Robert Koehn BUI Koencmann Randy Konowitz Chris Kramer Tim Kreilek Tim Kreamer Benjamin Krlvak 192 — Juniors Ken Kunzc lames Labergc Deborah Lambcri Pamela Lawson Daniel Lee Louis Lee Julie Lcmcke Robcn Lcmlcy Mark Lemons Dan Lenardson Michael Lenk Brian Lidgard Joseph Lifflck Jeffrey Lllc Arthur Lilly Dale Llntncr Donna Li rune r William Lowery 8ryan Lube Rip Ludlow Larry Lufkin Daniel Lyon Kathleen MacJtek Lewis Mahoney Edward Major Annette Malcc Ernest Mann Duane Manning Debra Mansfield Margaret Mansfield Paula Mansfield Leslie Marcum Rory Marshall Fredrich Martin Tom Martin Ronald Masck Milton McCoy Mike McDermott Dave McEathron Pam McFarland Tim McKiel Shawn McLain Jackie McLeese Robcn McPherson Sheryl Mead Kun Mecklenburg Robert Meegan Shawn Menil! Denise Miller Mary Miller Version Miller John Mills Kim Milzarek Debbie Minich Jvity Mitchell Tamrnie Moltan Juniors — 193 Jorge Monte mayor Darlene Moore Wayne Moore Pam Morgan Eugene Moryl Dale Moyer Steven Mueller Thomas Mueller William Mumav Robert Murray Lori Myers Michael Mye« Pam Myers Timothy Mytes Stephen Sash Robert Nesmith Cayle Newton Emily Nicholion Louis Noakes RIk Noe Mary Nowak Corcen Odell Anlu Odonncll Sandra Ogden Lisa Oiling Glenn Oman Natalie Oman Colleen Onell Rebecca Osborn Cheryl Ott Larry Owen Steven Padgett Nancy Parks Karen Pauafumc James Pauff Michael Pavey Susan Pawlak Brian Paxson James Pedrltti Tina Perkins Jacquelyn Peters Ruths Peters Donna Peterson Laurie Peterson Marcia Peterson Joe Pflugh Sandra Phillips Laurel Plouowlcz Mary Plouowlcz Julia Piscllo Tracy Plank Mark Plls William Pointon Ronald Prast Kathy Pratt Anne Prellwitz 194 — Juniors Andrea Presse 1 Michele Price Suzanna Price Phyllis Pulaski Dennis Punha Roxann 0uadi In David Quinn Kim Ramcicr Courtncy Ray Kevin Raymond Michael Raymond Patrick Reed Mark Rcldcr Dennis Rcuillc Sandra Riglcr Karen Rippy Sandy Rlttenberry Chester Roberts John Rodgers Debbie Rose Lori Rosenberg Julie Routt Charlotte Rove Jim Roy Joseph Rudolph Marybcth Rut Teresa Safranck Corby Salck David Salmon Susan Salzer Iris Sanchez Ronald Sass Karen Saikoski Jodc Saylor Kirby Saylor Sheila Schetmcrhorn Peter Schmaltz Anne Schmitt Kathy Schneider Eric Schrcibcr Lorraine Schrler Doug Schrocdcr Robert Scupham Donna Schuster Tamara Scott Karen Scdglcy Raynard Seibert Lynn Seven Kenneth Shaffer Mark Sharp Sharon Shoffner Rcathcl Simpson Jay Skibbe Chris Slabaugh Donna Slater Sherry Slater Juniors — 195 Cathlccn Smith Charles Smith Dawn Smith Eugene Smith Kathleen Smith Pamela Smith Susan Smith David Smoroske Debbie Smudde Doug Snyder Pamela Snyder Sherry Southard Icromc Spcvak Rick Spier John Spless Tom Stahl Bruce Standefcr Larry Staples Margaret Stassel Julie Steigely Debra Stephani Jeff Stevens Katherine Stone Kathy Studtmann Kathy Surowiec Connie Swanson Janet Swanson Linda Swanson Mark Swanson Susan Swanson Chris Szawara Mark Tamow Paula Tamow Sandra Tarr Vicky Terry Jeffrey Thode Mike Thode Tod Thomas Cory Thorson Rosemary Tomczak Paul Toutloff Maria Tripodis Sheri Trottier William Troy Brenda Trucsdcll Shannon Trusty Cynthia Tubbs Faye Tubbs Richard Tuck Jim Turner Mima Turner Kevin Ulam Dale Uitsch Jean Vanvoorhis Randy Vcatch Judith Waak 196 — Juniors Juniors Dominate Spirit Week Once again, ihe junior class captured the spirit stick for their outstanding decoration of the hallways. Participation was the main ingredient in their success as many juniors joined together to show their school spirit. The judging was done by Mrs. Lehner, Mr. Westphal, Mrs. Goad, sophomore Jane Bergy, junior Lewis Mahoney, and senior Dave Jackson. The juniors took first place above all the classes by a count of 42-40. Picturo Not Available Jane Wade Jerry Wahlsuom Rodger Wahlsuom Doug Walker Jackie Walton Darin Warkentien Dianna Watkins Perry Watson Joseph Wattcrson Jane Wayland Jenny Weathers Mark Wcadow Susan Welch Kimberly Weinetz Jamie Werner Brenda Whcatbrook Ronald Wheaton Mary White Sandra White Timothy Whitman Jeff Wiles Chris Wilhelm Terri Wilke Robert Williams Sherri Williams Steven Williams Taml Williamson Howard Wilson Joel Wiltfong James Wingctt Jamie Wire man Frederick Wise Dean Wisener John Wolford Wayne Woodrick Juniors — 197 Ruth Wright Sandy Kroblcv.il; I Diana Wumcr John Yagoda Mark Yoder Fred Zalnal John Zawada Scott Zoborosky Theresa Zoborosky Darryl Zook Teri Bildcrback Shelia Depoy Natalie Smith Mark Tamow Anthony Wright JUNIORS NOT PICTURED Lisa Arnett Barnes Brooks Scot Bcncficl Vernon Berg Garry Bowers Debra Braun Valeric Buyer Timothy Coldiron Jackie Combs Basil Datzman Vicki Daughetry Russcl Dcpoister Jeff Dove Timothy Flickinger Julie Fullmer Kelly Gaddy Donna Gallagher Barb Girard John Gniadek Maryann Gurrola Sabrina Hall Randy Hammons Bruce Lee Kristie Harness Renee Hatfield Kennetha Heaps Emmcitc Higgins Greg Homcqucst Peggy Ivey Deanna Jackson Janet Johnson Cathy Kacztnarck Brian Keim Nancy Keller Veronica Kliss Andrea Kukla David Lange Michael Lawrence Kevin Ledgerwood Tom Lokac Lawrence Maitland Daniel Martin Karen Martin John Mayser Dale McDaniels Ronald Mullins Shade Ozdyck Doris Pelz Lee Redding Debra Ruddy Leonard Sales Dennis Schvoder Tim Shelton Carol Shuta Nancy Teter Gary Wilhelm Robert WlltVong Donna Zeman Virm cr 4W C0 ne Ip ouv 198 LPHS Brings Confusion to Sophomores Sophomores entered LPHS not knowing which way to turn. The new students wandered through the halls searching for the appropriate rooms. If they happened to find a friendly looking teacher or upper- classman , their search was shone ned. After a few days of the 1976-77 school year. Sophomores finally settled down. Finding classes, following their teachers' wishes, and adjusting to study habits once again occupied their time. They found nine week courses and grading periods had replaced the traditional concepts of the junior highs. But there were more satisfying activities, too. As the year went on, the underclassmen became more independent. They established shoncuts and set routines to get to those once unknown classes. The class officers for the 1976-77 year were: President, Spencer Buchanan: Vice-President. Diana Kabclin: Secretary-Treasurer. Jan Whined. Randy Adam� Alan Adrian Doug Ainsworth Or I Akin� Terri Alban John Alexander Beth Alumbaugh April Amor Scott Anderson Bradlc Armstrong Duane Arndt Crcg Arndt Harry Arthur Steve Attar Brian Avery Robert Bachman Shirley Back Tim Backer Donna Baker Janet Baker Vickie Ballinger 200 — Sophomores David Bandy Lisa Barker Jim Bartholomew Bob Banos Marsha 8ano zck Kevin Basic Loric Bates Ric Beach Tammy Bealor Jim Beasley Cindy Beck Dennis Bcdwcll Judith Beehler Dale Bcghtcl Kathy Beiscr Kristi Bell Patricia Bell Rebecca Bellman Todd Bcnnethum John Bennitt Jane Bcrby Belinda Bcrglund Donna Bemacchi Dan Boone Debbie Borkowskl Kristy Bowen Rod Boyd Georgette Bozck Mark Bracken Jeff Brescman Paul Brettln Roger Brodlcn Cheryl Browder Kris Brown Diana Brown Spcnccr Buchanan Bill Buchner Julie Buday Jim Bullngton Jack Buncc Tammy Buncc Tammy Bunning Tom Burger James Burkhart Richard Bush Robyn Calcr Paula Callas Natalie Carlson Rex Carlson Cammy Carroll Liz Carter Kathleen Casper Martha Cavanaugh Darla Cavlndcr Yolanda Ccpcda Marti Challk Sophomores — 201 Mike Chamber Many Chidalek Carol Chrobak Carol Church Terry Church Sharon Clark Linda Clematis Howard Clifton Steve Clindanlcl Lori Ctougher lay Coffeen Lynda Coffeen Dave Coleman Carlccn Colling Rich Colling Tony Collin Darryl Coon Dana Cook Pat Cook Michael Cooper Ivy Cope Rhonda Cripc Teresa Crites Patricia Croy Thomas Croy leff Crum Laura Cummings Susan Curry Tony Curtis Shari Cussen Norman Daisy Sandra Daisy Susan Daisy Mike Dan lohn Daniel Debbie Danielson Connie Daubc Carolyn Davis Nancy Davis Ronald Davis Mike Day Robin Dciotte David DeMarco Veronica Dcmorel 1. Boy's Phys. Ed. class plays a wild game of basketball. 2. Yoga is a new learning experience for Girl’s Phys. Ed. class. Picture Not Available 202 — Sophomores Janet DeRover Dawn DcVaux Gregg DcVaux Melissa Dcwers James DeWolf Jcnlce Dilloway Larry Dilloway Lori Dilloway Kevin DimmcM Jeff Dittmer Bill Doran Sally Dorman Brian Dragot Pam Drake Bart Dugan Penny Dunlap Leon Dumal Lisa Dumal Matt Ebcrly Randall Eggert Laura Eisner Kim Embree Brian Erne Luis Espinosa Lisa Evans Shelia Evans Mark Ewan Mary Fackclman Jam! Fee Anne Fcikes Cathy Felton David Flekcl Bob Finlay Mike Flagg Cheryl Flitter Nancy Floyd James Fontanna David Ford Scott Ford Theresa Ford Michael Foust Dan Fowler Ban Frank Renee Franklin Sophomores — 203 Michael Frazc Larry Frcdcnburg Laurie Freeze Morgan Friedman Ran Frost Laurie Fullmer Andrei Gabella Brer Gault Garry Gayda Tim Gcarbcart Mary Ciggy Kim Glandcn Jim Gloor Steve Gloyeske lohnna Gooch Bridget Gourley Brian Graffls Jerry Gray Lol Grlit Beth Grott Marrianne Guiney Mike Gurrola Cindy Haag Chrii Hagcl Chrii Hager Scott Halcomb Pam Halter Jim Hammondi Tammy Hansen Urn Hartwick Chrii Hauelfeldt Larry Hausen Carl Head Matt Hcinold Rick Henderson Debbie Higgins Pat Hiler Kathle Hill Vickie Hill Todd Hlndtlcy 204 — Sophomores Sophomore Class Retains School Spirit 1. Kim Schreiberand Tom Levenhagen decorate the small cafeteria for Spirit Week competition. 2. Steve Clindaniel. Kevin Rcffett. and Matt Eberly think of new tactics to use against their opponents in Debate class. Tawny Mine Jim Hluchan Jerry Hoffman Ed Holmquest Steve HolmqucM BUI Hope Virgil Howell Jeff Hundi Carol Hum Debbie Hux Lorric Irwin Beth Jackson Rich Jackson Tom Jackson Carolyn James Rhonda James Devin Jared Esther Jaycox Chris Jcmlolo Peter Jensen Kim Job Belinda Johnson Ellen Johnson Kent Johnson Mark Johnson Mark Johnson Robert Johnson Roy Johnson Sharon Johnson Tammy Johnson Jackie Jordan Jerome Jurkowtkl Donna Dabaclnskl Diana Kabelln Jim Kaminski Sophomores — 205 Diana Karaff Arthur Kaufman Cary Kautz Ion Keene Tony Kell Scott Kellogg Steve Kelley Paul Kennedy Mark Kenyon Dave Kcrchncr Adam Keillng Sandra Kesling Debbie Kealer Bob Klndlg John King Steve King Judy Klngshott Judy Kingsolvcr Jill Kllngbeil Kathleen Knelfcl Tim Knoll Carol Krause Julie Krcllek Laura Kreft Denise Kruger Glenn Kuchel John Kuespert Cha Kupres Alexis Kuta Jtcnnls Kuta Vince nt Kuta Brett Lain Jeff Lambert Kim Lang Susan Laun Mark Lawson Cindy Lee Dan Lee Rebecca Lehner Cara Lcmbcrls Gary Lemons Lisa Lempke Dorothy Lenlck Jackie LcRoy Mary Levandoski Frank Lcvendowskl Mark Levenhagen Picture Not Available This is truly a hair rais- ing experience for Larry Hausen. 206 — Sophomores Bridgeitc Lewi Brenda Udgard David Lilly Dave Llndgrcn Penny Lloyd Uta Locke Cun Lofton Scott Lofton Tonya Logman Tina Long Guillermo Lopez Rudy Lopez Mike Lower Donna Luther Andrea Lux Jim Maglcy Anne Mahoney Del Major Roy Marganti Connie Manln James McAfee Vickie McAlister Kenneth McCany Wendy McCombs Debra McCoy Alvin McCullough Karen McEwen Liu MeFadden Jeff McGee Mike McGee Nancy McGee Kathy McGinnis Pamela McGinnis Kelly McKeehan Maureen McLain David McVay Steve Mccgan Mike Mclndl Gary Metcalf Ray Metheny Andrew Meyer Lori Milanovlch Bonnie Miller Cathy Miller Judy Miller Kathy Miller Mary Miller Randy Miller Sally Miller Suzi Miller Lori Mill Joyce Minlch Mike Minix Pam Mitchell Suun Mladlck Ken Moc Sophomores — 20 7 Debbie Moffln Ron Mohney Kevin Moldcn Harry Morrison Gena Mrozinki Roger Music Eve Naglcr Stephen Ncdza Sandy Nelson Judy Newkirk Kathl Newton Kris Niendorf Debbie Nieto Gustavo Nino Diane Nockcls Brenda Noel Dave Noel Bob Nowlckl Laura Nunn Roy ODell Penny Ohime Pamela Okrzesik Oscar Olivarez lean Oliver Greg Otolski Kevin Ott Todd Ott Mark Otwinowski Peggy Owen Brenda Owens Kathy Ozdyck Margaret Pahs Kathy Palmer Robert Parks Connie Passafume Kirk Patchett Roger Patla Barbara Patton Steve Pelletier Jim Penney Brent Perkins Kathy Perz lim Peterson Tony Petros Michele Pettis Jewel Pierce Susan Piotrowicz Rhonda Pltmon Greg Polnton Marvin Polnra Michelle Popejoy Kirk Porter Steve Povlock David Powers Mark Prast Jerry Pruden 208 — Sophomores Sophomores Held Powerless by Upperclassmen What was it like being the center of attraction in school one year and the most ignored the next? Sophomores answered that question from experience. The decline of power was one to which they adjusted. They began asking questions instead of telling other students what to do. They felt misplaced when they first entered LPHS but as time went on they found their places and became an integral part of the student body. Linda Coffeen struggles to reform her art project. Picture Not Available Denise Punak Martha Ouinn Bmcc Ramackcri Todd Raruom Lee Redding Mike Reed Tom Reeder Kevin Reffett Ray Rhelnholtz Brian Richardson Byron Richardson Chris Richardson Ron Riedstra Lori Riley Christine Roberts Tim Roberts left Robinson Karl Rollins Harold Roman Tonja Roman Keith Romanoski Sandy Rooter Deby Rose Diane Rose Ron Rote now James Ross Tom Roush Jeif Rucker Sophomores — 209 Javier Ruiz Frank Safranck Norma Salinas Nick Salo Doug Seal! Cun Scherer Many Schloesser David Schmitt Jody Scholl Karen School Pam School Pam Schrock Sue Schroeder Walt Schrombcck LccAnn Schuster Michael Scbwenk Jayne Scott Jell Searing Karen Secgers Eric Senne Jerry Seymour Joey Shannon Nancy Shannon Gloria Sharp Charles Shaw Shelia Sheets Robin Shelton Kelly Sherrlck Tert Shutt Patti Simpson Scott Simpson Shari Simpson Sarah Sims Jody Slabaugh Kandl Slater Sheral Sloan William Smelt2er Bruce Smith Diane Smith James Smith Jell Smith Jerry Smith Mike Smith Raymond Smith Janet Baker frowns at the thought of going to her next class. Picture Not Available 210 — Sophomores Denise Snyder Doug Snyder Kelly Snyder Mary Sowardt Brent Spence Kim Spencer Scott Srmek Polly Stacy Bruce Stahly Bob Standefcr Kathi Stayback Greg Stcigely Russell Stcigely Tod Stewart lari Stimlcy Jill Stover Tia Strus Steve Surma Lori Swanson Tim Swanson Doric Szllagyl Cabc Szokc Michelle Szynal Ann Tamow Randy Taylor Laurie Tctcr Walter Thome Pamla Thompson Jesse Tibbs Bryan Tilling Bruce Todd Joyce Todd David Towle Julie Travis Doug Trottler Cheryl Tuholskl Dean Tuholskl Lea Tuholskl Janyl Turak Dave Underwood Dan Unger Paul Valentine Wayne VanDuscn Charlotte Vaughan Jack Waak Zane Wade Rick Wagner Bonnie Wahlsuom Alice Wakeman Barb Wallis Don Walsh Terry Walter Nancy Walters Mike Warfel John Wattcrson Julie Wawok Sophomores — 211 Walter Wavrok Brenda Wayland Tom Wcgicl Bob Weru Diane West Tish West Patti West Todd Wheeler Lori Whitacre lan Whltted Jean Whltted Cindy Wicncken Marcia Williams Sharon Williams Chris Williamson Karen Williamson Carla Wilson Regina Wilson Robert Wilson Walt Wlltfong Jerty Wingett Carlos Wireman Pam WUIer Larry Wollenbarger Robert Wolford Allison Wood Zoc Ann Wood Linda Woods Tami Worthington Ted Worthington David Wright Ann Wrobel Laurie Wurstcr Steve Yeancy Chris Yellch Steve Yelich Diane You nee Dave Young Deborah Young Casey Zahrt Wisty Zainal Sue Zobrist 212 — Sophomores Sophomores Not Pictured Robert Senior William Henen Guillermo Ruiz David Biegc Diane Hough Cheryl Rux Barbara Braun Jeffrey Jackson Judy Samm Sherry Buckland Kenneth Jones Kimberly Schrclbcr Sherry Carr Jerry Kemmerer Mike Sneed Charles Carroll Mark Kochn Jeffery Stevens Rick Daley Kimberly Krause Roger Stevens Gerald Daniel Robed Levandoski Mark Swanson Judy Dickens Terry Levandoski Kelly Taulbee Linda Dimmed Yvonne Maraclc Andrew Tibbs Theodore Dimmed Michael McCarty Theresa Tonagel Leon Dopicraltki Thomas Mitchell Jeffrey Towle Lira Dopicraltki Dawn Moss Jeffrey Walter Ronald Eigenmann Mark Newkirk David Webb Theresa Ford Marina Osborn Connie Weldy Charles Fredenburg Debra Ott Craig Wheatbrook David Fredenburg Steve Owen Pamela Wilber Sara Gaddy Bany Pittman Robed Williams Ricki Griffin Wendy Poncr John Yagoda Dclwyn Gring Thomas Gussman Brian Risner Randy Ycadon 213 2 Reflections on '77 1. James Early Carter was inaugurated the 39th Pesident of the United States on January 20, 1977, after narrowly defeating ex-President Gerald Ford. 2. Once ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court, the death penalty was re-enacted: granting Gary Mark Gilmore's death wish before a Utah firing squad. 3. The nationally televised Richard Nixon-David Frost interviews reignited much controversy over Nixon's role in the Watergate scandal and his subsequent resignation and pardon. 4. Schools and businesses were forced to close their doors in order to conserve much-needed fuel at the height of the energy crises: as Congress repeatedly vetoed President Carter's proposed energy bills. 1976-1977 A Time for Change g 1. The new addition: A change to the face of LPHS. 2. The band warms up at one of the many after-game dances. 3. Lis Nagy reflects upon the happier moments of her senior year. 4. Upperclassmen reign supreme at the senior rail. 5. Construction of a new overpass will aid LaPortians. 6. Lori Lambcr participates in the annual 4th of July Parade. 7. Kathy Kelly takes a break during ADVERTISE MENTS The yearbook staff would like to thank each merchant or individual who purchased space in this book. Without these people this publication could not become a reality. TRIGG REMBOLD MOTORS INC. SOETJE Buiclc— Pontiac Inc. American Motors Sales and Service Motor Sales Inc. 1121 Lincolnway 362-6158 P0 7MC BUICK New Deal Associ SPOOR'S Auto Sales 201 Pine Lake Ave. 362-5050 I 1 2020 E. Lincolnway 362-6288 AMC PI Gremlin Dodge Car lers ation RUDD OLDSMOBILE — CADILLAC GMC TRUCKS, INC. 150 Pine Lake Ave. 362-2178 BLINT Equipment, Inc. Industrial Farm and Lawn Equip. New and Used Cars and Trucks 2204 E. Lincolnway 362-7021 CHRISTY CHEVROLET INC. Chevrolet Sales Service 1505 Lincolnway 362-3188 1202 Lincolnway 362-3111 ADRIAN'S 1006 Lincolnway LaPorte, Indiana Ph. 362-3724 INfftNATlONAl HAAVf � U HOWARD HANNON INC. 1032 E. Lincolnway LaPorte. Indiana Ph. 362-3811 FIRST NATIONAL BANK TRUST 800 Lincolnway LaPorte. Indiana Ph. 362-6171 614 LincolnW3y LaPone, Indiana Ph. 362-3014 SMITH SHOES n r i -rrrrA STEAK HOUSE jiTinnru FAMILY dining; Family Dining Good Food - Fast Service Large Banquet Room 927 Pine Lake Avenue. LaPone. Indiana Ph. 362-6898 EQUIPMENT COMPONET DISTRIBUTION CENTER 926 E. Lincolnway. LaPone. Indiana Ph. 362-7927 STUDIO OF HAIR FACE DESIGN 409 Maple Avenue. LaPone. Indiana Ph. 362-7714 MIDWEST INDUSTRIAL CORPORATION 308 Perry LaPone. Indiana Ph. 362-8561 HOWMET CORPORATION 1110 E. Lincolnway Phone: 362-6161 Incrediburgible Tastier Burgers Crispier Fries WRIGHT'S 66 GALLOWAY SHELL 401J St. La Porte 515 J. La Porte 362-3950 201 E. Lincolnway, La Porte 362-5227 or 326-9808 For Fast, Personal Service for All Your Real Estate Needs Phone(219)362-1625 403 First National Bank Bldg La Porte, Ind. 46350 REALTOR' DEL COOK STUDIOS Portraits - Weddings - Engagements - Passports I.D. Photos 303 Morrison St. 362-4723 La Porte ©its t Burster Establithrd 1884 1007 Harrison Street. La Porte. Indiana 46350 Telephone 219-362-2410 Otto E. Giese Stephen J. Wurster ARMANS For Jolly Good Food Dennis Tripodis — Owner 105 North Street La Porte 362-5834 KLISS ENTERPRISES New and Used TVs Stereos and Systems Winegard Antennas Sharp Microwave Ovens RCA Auto Sound Sony Craig for Cars and Home Jensen Speakers Sanyo Ultralinear Sankyo Motorola Auto Sound Pioneer Sharp Channel Master White Westinghouse Modern Maid ItCJI TELEVISION SCRVICC INSTALLATION « I . THE SERVICE SPECIALISTS 1205 Washington St. La Porte, IN 46350 Phone: 362-2859 SWANSON'S Indiana Licensed Technicians for Fast Dependable Courteous Service on All Makes Headquarters for GTE Sylvania Quasar 1402 Lincolnway 362-3222 La Pone, IN Cbk the 7th inning stretch 205 Rumely 362-6294 Coca Cola Bottling Company 1006 4th St. 362-8519 Camera SHEI? Call SHEI! Photographs that tell the story. Children - Candids Environmental Custom B W Work John L. SI 362-4866 LOREN'S POOL AND SUPPLY INC. Above Below Ground Sales Installation Major Brands Equipment 1400 Lincolnway 362-1334 NORTHSIDE PHARMACY JERRY'S HAIR CARE 205 Brighton St. 362-7612 Hair Fashions JEFF'S KITCHEN KUPBOARD 418 E. Lincolnway Phone: 362-4014 LEVINES ELK'S PRO SHOP Maple Lane Mall Phone: 362-2134 W. Johnson Road 362-2244 MR CAR WASH 135 Pine Lake Ave. Phone: 362-5425 0ARWOODS 5911 W. 50 S. 362-4385 HA«JURGER 30 HOT CHOCOLATE CHEESEBURGER 38 MILK 20 C0FFEE2 7 UP .— «2630 40 GIFT CERTIFICATE COCA COLA ROOT BEER ORANGE it shake - -i-- ;«n8 McDonalds 164 Pine Lake Ave. 362-5819 PATRONS Don Rosenow 904 Michigan Ave. 362-3777 Leekers Floor Covering 112 J. St. 362-2870 Have mocks 602 Maple Avc. 362-3333 Party Fair 1223 State Rd. 2W. 362-6768 Sharpening Service Tool Supply 717 E. Lincoln way 362-7818 The La Porte Savings Bank 902 Lincolnway 362-7511 Ken Reynolds Son 426 Pine Lake Ave. 362-3785 Swanson Alum. Co. 609 Pine Lake Ave. 362-7616 Shannon's Jewelers 508 Tipton St. 362-7331 Schafer’s Laundry Dry 801 State St. 362-2188 Hoosier Realty Co.: 711 Indiana Ave. 362-2239 Bicycle Center 921 Lincolnway 362-2236 Bortz Farm Store State Road 2 West 362-3251 Avco Financial Services 712 Michigan Ave. 362-6108 RIeth-Riley Cty. Rd. 450N 362-6178 Strieter's Inc. 1333 St. Rd. 2W 362-3775 Adams Comfort Engineering 515 Pine Lake Ave. 362-6229 Tuttles Jewelers 713 Monroe St. 362-2329 The Ridge Co. 112 Lincolnway 362-2137 Smity Alsop Paints 920 Lincolnway 362-3714 Ludwig Fish Produce 711 Washington 362-2608 La Pone Sponing Goods 816 Lincolnway 362-3447 J. C. Penneys Co. 519 Lincolnway 362-3146 Iris’ Charm Chatter 1201 Maple Ave. 362-3058 Deckers Ace Hardware 908 Lincolnway 362-2412 Essllng’s Cleaners Furriers 513 Lincolnway 362-3626 White Hen Pantry 325 T Street 362-5240 St. Michaels Cpuncil K of C 412 Lincolnway 362-2755 NIPSCO 1102 Lincolnway 362-1521 Sensaw Printing and Supplies 99 W. 18th 362-2714 WircKraft 4744 Oak Knoll Rd. 778-2551 Marshalls 820 Lincolnway 362-2563 Town Country Publ. Co. P.O. Box 689 362-8508 Delaney Furniture Co. 709 Lincolnway 362-2342 Low’s 708 Lincoln way 362-3332 House of Color Hwy. 39N. 362-6059 La Porte Vacuum Cleaner 610 J. St. 362-2463 Steinberg's Inc. 516 Lincolnway 362-2224 Hedwin Corporation 1209 E. Lincolnway 362-8556 Tom Standard Service 1038 Indiana Ave. 362-3400 Droeges Inc. 822 Lincoln way 362-3615 Lilly’s Apparel Shop 610 Lincolnway 362-3738 White Glove Car Wash State Road 2 West 362-1016 Sue's B-Lovely Beauty Shop 302 J. Street 362-1001 PATRONS Accurate Casting Inc. 118 Koomler Dr. 362-8531 Hoffman Auto Pans 145 Pine Lake Ave. 362-2929 Woodruffs Landscape Garden Center 3222N N. 350 E. Rolling Prairie 778-4125 Boise Cascade Corp. 1201 E. Lincolnway 362-6225 THODE FLORAL CO. INC. 1609 Lincolnway 362-1502 WILSON LUMBER 1001 Washington St. 362-6244 THE BEE HIVE 811 Michigan Telephone: 362-4315 SCHOOF BICYCLE 707 Clay St. 362-8313 KABELIN'S TRUE VALUE HARDWARE 1020 Lincolnway 362-3310 RUSSEL'S CLOTHING 906 Lincolnway 362-2737 ROXY MUSIC SHOP 1008 Lincolnway Telephone: 362-2340 BENNETT'S INC. 623 State St. 362-8516 La Pone's Most Complete Home Furnishings Center Quality Brand Names of Carpeting and Bedding By the work one knows the workman. - 14 At Whirlpool, we like to think that the quality of our products reflects the quality of our people. And vice versa. At Whirlpool, we believe quality can be beautiful. Parts Distribution Center La Porte, Indiana Phone: 325-2000 WAMPLER Service Corp. P.O. Box 685 - R.D. 39 North 362-7566 For All Your Gas Needs 236 CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS Senior Portraits, Inc. Wishes You The Best A variety of school, civic and charitable activities attributed to a highly successful Girl Reserves year. Over 30 projects were undertaken by the 250 members of this all-girl organization. These activities ranged from bake sales to rent-a-workcr to YMCA clock-stopping. We earned enough money to donate to a preschool project that needed new playground equipment and to the elderly’s Meals-On-Wheels program. This especially active year was highlighted by the GR formal dance in Feb. and the Mother - Daughter Tea in May. The GR officers and their sponsor. Mrs. Ballard, would like to say thank you” to all our members for their support and continued interest in GR. Without you even the best made plans could not have succeeded. Girl Reserves H-H B Hargrave Hargrave Boston 1200 Michigan Ave. 362-2113 1st UNIVERSAL TRAVEL 911 Lincolnway 362-6106 HIE) The EIPe would like to thank Kevin Swank. H-A Chief Photographer, for his help during this year and especially for the photographs of the girls' track team in action. SEARS ROEBUCK CO. Many thanks to you. 601 Lincolnway 362-1551 MURPHY Paint Glass 809 Monroe 362-3355 Sun Appliance Inc. 210 Pine Lake Ave. 362-3437 American Home Foods Fail Rd. 362-9554 State Farm Insurance 707 Adams 362-1665 Glen Parker Special Flavor Ice Cream Every Week-End Comer 5th and J Streei La Porte BOB'OREAIR INSURANCE! Complete Insurance Service Bob O'Reair Insurance 111 Pine Lake Avc. 362-1404 Always Available Our Skill and Knowledge Maple Lane Mall Hwy. 2 at Andrew Ave. 362-7008 RIBORDY DRUGS 710 Monroe Si. 362-2304 AMUSEMENT SERVICE CO., INC. 242 LaPORTE COUNTY POLICE CADETS 813 State St. Advisor: DAVID STEELE The EIPe would like to thank Steve Yeater, H-A photographer, for the help that he gave us during this trying year. Without his help the photos in this book would be of a lesser quality. Thanks Steve! EDGERTON'S TRAVEL SERVICE Since 1924 Reservations for All Air - Rail - Cruise Lines 362-8502 715 Monroe - LaPortc Camile Foods Inc. Burdine Auto Body Hwy 39 North, La Porte Trapp Paint Glass 362-6775 3494 West Joliet Road The Candy Man 607 Jefferson 362-6102 716 Lincolnway 362-9025 362-2994 Wonderland Spoor's Auto Sales 1230 State Road 201 Pine Lake Avenue 362-5050 OLGA'S Your store for sportswear, coats, dresses, bridal wear, cosmetics, shoes, and accessories. College Bound? See Barb for FREE CHECKING 601 Jackson Street LaRxteBank 362-0404 LaRxteBank LA PORTE BANK TRUST CO. MEMBER F.D.I.C. Phone 362-0404 Holiday Inn 444 Pine Lake Ave. 362-4585 Hilbish Drug 606 Lincolnway 362-2247 Kessler's Furn. 824 Lincolnway .362-4567 Roy Smith Shell 1612 Lincolnway 362-8687 Tune-Ups Cooling System Serv. Air Conti. Serv. Shcllubrication Motor Oil Complete Filter Serv. Exhaust Service Shock Absorbers Tires Batteries Starter and Gen. Serv. We Are a Sentinel Car Service ' 246 Rudd Olds Cadillac — GMC, Inc. 1505 Lincolnway 362-3188 Thunderbird Lanes 1251 Pine Lake Ave. 362-3555 LEEJAXINC. 910 Lincolnway 362-2332 Now Under New Management Toys. Crafts, Hobby Materials. Etc. The 1977 EIPe staff would again like to thank the many merchants whose advertisements have appeared in the latter pages of this book. 247 The Co-editors of the 1976-77 EIPe wish to thank the many people who contributed their time and effort to Metamorphosis ’77. Among these are; Jim Bell, our adviser from Taylor Publishing Company, the Herald Argus and their photographers, Kevin Swank and Steve Yea ter, for their contributions, and also Duane Manning for his much needed pictures. We would also like to thank the numerous artists for the hard work they put into the book; especially Emily Kesling for the cover design and endsheet. We would also like to thank our staff who helped to ease our work load, with a special additional thanks to the few who not only fulfilled their obligations, but also aided other staffers. Above all, we would like to thank our adviser, John Shei, for his many hours of hard work in helping us to complete Metamorphosis ’77. M,o o fiJl Mo and Larry CO-EDITORS 248