Leo High School - Oracle Yearbook (Leo, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 208 of the 1986 volume:

r Dh0 ' ° by Sam Shitting gears trom ib - busy al- mosphore of school, these stu- dents board their buses at 3:10 to go to a not so hectic even- ing at home. However, In less than seventeen hours, these students will be re- turning to school to face the challenges of a con- stantly changing day. A9 O pf ' volume 21 Published by the 1986 Oracle Staff LEO HIGH SCHOOL 14600 Amstutz Road Leo, IN 46741 Title Page 1 Y v--. :cyX Allen County Public i « ft. Wayne. X I p joro by Walters Studio After the homecoming game Chris Cook and Deanna Johnson take time to look at their yearbooks. With The End Of Summer And The Start Of School, Students Faced The Changes Of A New Year. On May 29, 1985, it seemed all the problems of life ended with the 3:10 bell. Ah, summer, that magical time of the year which brought a smile to just about everyone ' s face. Perhaps that smile was there because summer brought back the seven day sleep-in and the seven day go-out. Summer meant, for most students, endless nights of David Letterman, afternoons at Cedar Point, shopping at Glenbrook, and no homework for three months. There was plenty to do, like going to Freiman Square With finals over and school ending soon, I was finally able to spend time with my friends and not worry about flunking a test. ' — Shana Burns or the Three Rivers Festival, or the Fourth of July Fireworks at the Colise- um, with no obligations to worry about for three months. It seemed vacation was going great until the evening papers started run- ning back-to-school advertisements. All too soon those endless days of sum- mer changed into the cold days of fall. School started on August 28, and with it came new problems and pressures. 7Z 2 Opening 7109213 Helping raise scAoo spirit, these freshman, Mike Sertoli and Norman McCann show off their class ' s float. Spending part of her summer yp in the air, Marquita Mahan and her family compete in balloon races over vacation. photo by Mike Hey Opening Y m photo by Jane Reece Playing in the Grabill Day ' s parade, Julie Hohl and other band members proudly perform for the crowds. Snatching leaves from unsuspecting trees, biology student Heather Huntington gets an early start on her leaf collection. 4 Opening K p y% y On the first day of school, students were given the annual welcome back speech in the new gym (which is really the old, new gym). The students were informed about the new seven period a day schedule which shortened classes and required teachers to cover more material in less time. Stress was evident in everyone ' s face. 7 re best thing about going back to school again is you get to see all the people that you didn t see over summer and how much they changed. — Paul Newberg it soon became obvious that the changed pace was taking its toll on ev- eryone. Although at times it seemed the days would never end, and that the week- ends would never come — the end of the nine weeks ended almost unex- pectedly. Everyone eventually adjusted to the new routine; it took time, but there were no other alternatives. So, until June 4, 1986, all we could do was dream of the long, lazy summer ahead, do our homework and wait until the 3:10 bell. Then at least, we could say we got through another day and mark it off on the calendar. photo by Mike Hetrick Relaxing by the tennis courts, Basil Wisler watches a meet after school, early in the season. Opening 5 mmmmmmmm MM what better way is there to get ready tor the homecoming game than being with a bunch of rowdy friends. This group of seniors show off their spirit on Purple and White Hug-A-Lion Day. 7Z Lifestyles Division 0 sprinkle Ordinary daily life is sprinkled with change and variety that enhances each student ' s personal style Tests, assignments, term papers, and more tests made life very dull. There was no way to eliminate them. Each Friday they went away, but only ' til Monday. What could be done to cope with the hum-drum, day-to-day life of a student? Well, they strolled the Grabill Festival with buddies, and got into the spirit of homecoming by wearing p. j. ' s or their parents ' weirdest clothes. School never changed, but a student ' s life never stayed the same. When could a guy change into a girl? Take your pick: powder puff or morp. Guys could fulfill their wildest fantasies and be cheerleaders for a female football game, or they could enjoy an evening of being treated to dinner and a dance. Roles changed back for a romantic night of love — prom. A quiet dinner and glimmering lights led up to an evening spent with friends. Girls wondered if anyone would be wearing identical dresses, while their escorts worried about having enough money and driving a nice car. Graduation: It ' s a time of change. Anticipation grew the entire year. Caps and gowns, invitations, applica- tions, money, and parties all cluttered together in the frantic rush to get everything done. One thing was certain, life was changing. What would it bring? Rock concerts atlhe Coliseum, such as the Motley Crue concert, are packed by stu- dents from the Ft. Wayne area on Friday the 13. Lifestyles Division Y UMMERTIME The band ' Wo Program, consisting of Tom Baker, Chad Spring- er, Greg Bauer, and Brian Greiser, shows its style playing jazz at the Blue Mountain Cafe. Displaying their sense of rhythm, Ann Huguenard and Bob Earl listen to the bands play as they scan the park for friends in the crowd. i Posing next to a monument of Frank Freimann, Tom Dykhuizen relaxes In the comfortable atmosphere of a sunny day in the park. While trying to decide their next place to go, Tom Dykhuizen and Rick Ehlers relax with a can of soda in Freimann Square. 71 8 Lifestyles — Summertime The Metropolis Jams Down when a rural area offers no thrill, the city holds the answer. Summer last year was rather typical of all summers, but there were a few things that made it unique. Such things included the greatly increased number of people at the Sunday Night Jams. Every Sunday night, about 7:00, a frothing mass of teenagers mi- grated toward Freimann Square in downtown Fort Wayne. Every area of the park was covered with socializing friends from different schools. Many of these people came great distances to listen to the various groups play. The bands spent many hours setting up their equipment, but when the music began, a terrific ambience could be felt throughout the crowd. The music created was alluring to many people as they moved closer to the stage. Freimann Square was not the only thing that brought teenagers to the downtown Fort Wayne area. The park also attracted many people during the daytime. Its colorful fountains, natural setting, and urban skyline made it a very relaxing place. Friends could relax and talk in the quietness of the park set amidst the action of the city. Another such place was the Blue Mountain Cafe. The live entertainment and no age limit made the mountain a popular place for teens. The Leo Jazz combo, No Program, played at the Blue Mountain the first weekend of each month. Tom Baker, a member of No Program, replied, We get our money for nothing and the chicks are free. — photos and story by Rick Ehlers Summertime — Lifestyles Y wmmmmm rabill days Band members Joe Stueipe, Bobby McDaniel, Karen Witte, and Ann Reece march in the heat at the annual parade. Enjoying the Grab ' .ll Mennonite puppet show, the children stay entertained during a very hot Saturday afternoon at the fair. r U To all of us Crablll Days was about the same, but it was something completely different when seen — Through The Eyes Of A Child Peering through the legs and bodies, the little boy stood at the side lines. Trying desperately to see, he pushed his way to the edge of the street, eagerly antici- pating the parade. Suddenly, he heard it — the long piercing noise of the blood-red firetruck. The thirteenth annual Grabill Days Pa- rade was about to begin. The little boy sat wide-eyed as it moved past hinn slowly. He nervously awaited the candy to be thrown to him, as he saw other children rush to pick up the pieces. From a dis- tance the boy heard the sound of horses ' hooves as they started to 70 Lifestyles — Crabill Days round the corner. The finale of the parade was clowns walking beside antique cars. His parents tried to explain to him how his grandparents had once ridden in cars like that. Soon after the parade ended, people flocked to the downtown area of Grabill. Tuning out all dis- tractions, the boy let his bright eyes wander through the spectac- ular arrangement of colors and events. Clowns giving out brightly colored balloons, puppets gaily dancing on a stage, and people walking here and there were just a few of the sights the small boy had taken in. Looking down on his shirt, he saw the many different tasty treats he had eaten: the drib- ble from the ice-cream cone, th e spot from a bite of his mother ' s apple-dumpling, and cinnamon on his sleeve from the elephant ear. Exhausted after his long day, the little boy dragged himself to the car. He sat in the backseat think- ing over the wonderful day he had just had, as his parents drove home from the fair. While reliving his day, the little boy closed his eyes and fell asleep. A tradition each year, the Allen County Sheriff leads the parade carrying the American flag. Per orm ng in a contest at the Grabill Fair, Getting ready to perform. Drill Squad these Woodburn girls jump rope for an members Allison Keller, Phoung Huhn, organization for health. Debbie Peters, and Jenny Rayl walk to their designated positions. photos by Mike Hetrick Grabill Days — Lifestyles )lo by Celeste Schaeler Junior Powder Po cheerleader Tom Ba- ker shows off his new image wearing his cheerleading outfit and wig. photo by Celeste Schai Warming up for the big game, the senior Powder Puffers practice their plays at Wal- ly Miazga ' s house over the weekend. Seniors Sunday Webb, Amy Dowty, Kim Fitzgerald, and Tracy Busch plan a cheer during their lunch mod. 71 12 Lifestyles — Powder Puff Relaxing before the game, juniors Mary Minich and Jami Carey get their hair done by Paula Kitzmiller and Niki Healy. photo by Celeste Schaefer A Long Awaited Victory For the first time in 13 years, tables liave turned and the juniors defeat the seniors in Powder Puff with a score of 12-6. The atmosphere on Wednes- day, September 18th was much different between the junior and senior classes than any other Wednesday. It was time for one of homecoming ' s most popular events — Powder Puff. Memories of the many practices flashed in the minds of the players. Juniors had a total of fourteen practices, the seniors three. To psych themselves up for the game, the seniors met at Wally Miazga ' s house and rode to the school cheering and chanting. The junior puffers met at Shelly Slentz ' s house to decorate their cars and caravan to the school. The game was about to begin. The seniors, in their black and red sweatshirts, and the juniors outfit- ted in blue and yellow were about to match their talents in the sport of football. From the beginning of the week, everyone expected the seniors to win, as usual. Even one of the referees, Mr. Steinhouser, had predicted the win of the sen- iors on his calendar. But the ju- niors were out to prove everyone, including past history, wrong. The game itself was very differ- ent despite the efforts of the sen- ior players and the referees. For the first time since 1972, the ju- niors defeated the seniors with a score of 12-6. The loss of the sen- iors caused mixed emotions for everyone. Overall, the Powder Puff game was a lot of fun for both classes. It got everyone fired up for the homecoming game. As summed up best by Mary Pfister, I thought that Powder Puff was a fun part of homecoming and helped encourage class spirit. — Chris Scheil Powder Puff — Ufestyles l 3 1 1 1 i I H omecoming Newly crowned king Tom Dykhuizen takes the traditional ride around the track during the pep session. At the end of the homecoming week ac- tivities, Todd Bennett shows his spirit by jamming down at the homecoming dance. Newly crowned queen, Tami Witt, re- ceives a congratulatory kiss from her es- cort, Wiley Kite. photos by Waiters Studio 14 IL Lifestyles — Homecoming Leo football captains, Brad Fredericks and Jeff Kimbel, shake hands with the Carroll captains, signaling the beginning of the game. Homecoming gave the students an opportunity for adventure — LION ' S BIG ADVENTURE Leaving the lazy days of summer behind them, the students started another school year. Homecom- ing week gave the Lions a chance to forget the monotony of school and experience the excitement of high school football. The Lions ' Big Adventure began Monday, September 16, with Pa- jama Day. The Lions showed their spirit by wearing their warm fuz- zles and toting cuddly teddy bears. Thursday brought Nerd Day and Class Skit. The seniors won Class Skit for the second consecutive year. Nerd Day was a day when the students could dress in their absolutely worst fashions. Friday marked the long awaited arrival of the big game. A pep rally was held in the afternoon to fur- ther boost Lion enthusiasm. The cheerleaders presented their Pee Wee Herman skit and se- cret admirers were revealed. Tom Dykhuizen was crowned Home- coming King. That night, the fans piled into the stands, waiting for the excite- ment to begin. The Lions were up against the Carroll Chargers. By halftime the score was 14-0, Car- roll leading. Halftime began with the parade. Floats of all sizes, shapes and col- ors passed by — building the an- ticipation and excitement of the fans. Next came the band playing Leo ' s school song, The Minneso- ta Rouser . The homecoming court was the grand finale. As the eager crowd awaited, Tami Witt was crowned Homecoming Queen. She was escorted by Wi- ley Kite. The 1985 homecoming court consisted of: last year ' s queen Michelle Delegrange, es- corted by her brother Todd, senior Sa- mantha lemma, escorted by Greg Kelly, senior Beth Witte, escorted by Shannon Roberts, queen Tami Witt, escorted by Wi- ley Kite, junior Laurie MacQueen, escort- ed by Ed Bushe, sophomore Renea Miller, escorted by Dain Bufe, and freshman Jamie Carton, escorted by Jason Richards. Homecoming — Lifestyles 15 Adventure — cent. The Lions were defeated by Carroll with a score of 6-20. Coach Bollier said, We gave them a good fight, but we couldn ' t score when we needed to, and they broke some big runs that we couldn ' t afford to give up. However, we had the potential to win the game but didn ' t make it happen. As summed up by senior foot- ball player Wally Miazga, It was a highly emotional game. Leo ' s win- ning was not meant to be. Losing didn ' t dampen spirits. The night ended with the annual homecoming dance, which gave the students a chance to socialize with friends and sign each other ' s yearbooks. All in all, the Lions wrapped up another successful homecoming. — Chris Scheil While waiting on the sidelines, the Leo football players cheer on their teammates for a victory. Cheerleaders Christie Meyer and Trac Busch play the parts of Pee Wee Hermar and his girlfriend Dottie during the skit. Coach Bollier explains the next play against the Carroll Chargers to senior quarterback Doug Lake. photos by Walters Studio 16 Ik festyles — Homecoming After being announced Homecoming Queen, Tami Witt with escort Wiley Kite, receives the crown from former queen Michelle Delagrange. junior football player MM Bertsch shakes the hand of an excited elementary student during the homecoming parade. Mr. Bollier receives a black carnation symbolizing death of the Carroll Chargers at the homecoming pep session. Homecoming — Lifestyles . 17 Y allege 1 Students Thinking Atiead Considering college, students see the need to improve grades and seek advice from their counselors. The question of a continued education was a con- sideration looming in the minds of many students. The choice among technical school, college, or uni- versity, had to be decided, depending on the indivi- dual ' s goals. Over 75 percent of Leo High School ' s senior class planned to attend one of these institu- tions. Many students were concerned about the fi- nancing of their college goals and how much the college they were interested in would cost. Students could apply for financial aid from the government in the form of grants or from various places that offer scholarships for a student ' s achievement. Students were also concerned about what colleges are looking for in a student. Colleges first look at a student ' s class rank to determine if the student has the ability to handle the college work load. Then, photo by Paul Newberg they take into consideration the G.P.A. and S.A.T. scores. Colleges basically take into account this in- formation as a whole to determine if a student is prepared to enter college. Universities such as Indi- ana, Purdue, and Ball State, which are the most pop- ular with Leo students, generally require students to be in the top half of their class. There are many mixed feelings about going to college. Ann Huguenard states, I ' ll miss the friends and the old times I leave behind . . . maybe! A group of senior girls agreed on saying, Although we are anticipating the fun and great times of college, we still have the feelings of uncertainty and at times, fear of the unknown. — Rick Ehlers Colleg bound Todd Bennett works on his assignment for Igjj rt-tlass preparing him for the difficult curriculum of ; 18 College jhoto by Paul Newberg ■§. Guidance counselor, Mr. Richard Butt, consults with senior I Dave Castator about his S.A.T. scores. This test is a necessary o- part of most college applications. 3 Trying to locate information about a certain college, Kristi n Anderson skims through catalogs and pamphlets in the £■ Guidance Office. College 19 L M f 1 After their coronation. King Jeff Kimbel and Queen Tami Witt pause for a moment while leading off a slow dance. Rejoicing after receiving their awards of Biggest Procrastinator and Most Likely to Win the Indy 500, Katie Ridderheim and Jane Reece ham it up on the dance floor. Peering around tlie corner, David Castator shows off his prizewinning masquerade costume at MORP. 71 20 MORP Giving Way To Women ' s Lib October doesn t bring Just the Halloween season, but one of dating s biggest events: MORP In this day and age, it isn ' t out of he usual for a girl to ask a guy out or a date. The same goes for the tudents at Leo because October lidn ' t bring just the Halloween eason, but believe it or not, it )rought one of dating ' s most )lessed events: MORP. The dance ;ave a girl the perfect opportunity o ask her favorite guy out for the ivening. There were many tech- niques a girl used to approach the guy that she wanted to ask to be her date at the dance. The most popular methods were via a note, her best friend, or a tele- phone call. After she had her date set, there were many other details that had to be taken care of. First, there were the MORP shirts. Tra- ditionally, the couple would wear matching tee-shirts or sweatshirts with such decors as I ' m His, and I ' m Hers. After deciding upon the appropriate shirts, the loca- tion of dinner had to be chosen. Places such as McDonald ' s, Arby ' s and Pizza Hut were popular choices. When dinner was fin- ished, the couples flocked to the school for the dance, which was done by Hidden Picture Lighting and Sound. At the magic hour of eleven o ' clock, the MORP court was announced. The court was as follows: KING AND QUEEN: Tami Witt and Jeff Kimbel; BEST SMILE: Tracy Busch and Steve Lengacher; MOST LIKELY TO BE ON THE COVER OF SEVENTEEN AND SEARS CATALOG: Samantha lemma and Wiley Kite: MOST UNATHLETIC: Sunday Webb and P.J. Hoar; BIGGEST PROCRASTINATOR: Katie Ridderheim and Darrin Chapman; FUNNIEST LAUGH: Kirstin Neu- man and Jeff Zink; MOST LIKELY TO WIN INDY 500: Jane Reece and John Amstutz; BIGGEST WHINER: Shelly Barker and Greg Kelley; MOST CREATIVE COSTUME: Sara Rogers and Dave Castator. The dance ended at twelve o ' clock with memories stored in the minds of the numerous happy couples. They left the dance in anticipation and excitement awaiting next year ' s MORP. — Chris Scheil Members of the MORP court include; (front row): Jeff Kimbel, Tami Witt. (2ncl row): Tracy Busch, David Castator. {3rd row): P.], Hoar, Greg Kelley, Jeff Zink, Kir- stin Neuman, Steve Lengacher, Shelly Barker, (back row): Jane Reece, Katie Rid- derheim, Wiley Kite. They pose in the commons with their certificates of recog- nition. MORP 7Z 22 Fall Play At the Eden plant, factory workers Bob Expressions of mixed emotion can be seen Earl, Basil Wisler, and Mary Pflster ponder on the faces of spectators as they waited some heavy questions during their lunch for a man to fall from a tower in the play break. Help. photos by J.£. Stover Growing With Style The usual fall drama fare was changed to a combo of three one-act plays — 4 Trio. ' Variety and Challenge! Those were the keys to the Drama Club ' s fall production of three one-act plays known as A Trio. The 28 performers were mostly cast in several roles which provided them with the challenge of per- forming everything from drama to comedy. The first play, The Haunted Carousel, was a drama about people lost in space and time. The tone of the play was eerie. The action revolved around the magic of the carousel and the effect it had on several lives. Eden, the second selection, was about the people ' s lack of hu- manity. The pro-life idea present- ed in the play started out as simple child ' s play and then turned to the horror of a faceless society controlled by the leader and the chairman. The third play, entitled Help, comically examined our priorities — are we concerned about the well-being of our neighbors or their problems? The combination of the three plays provided both the audience and the performers with a variety of theatrical experiences. As Mr. Stover said, We really needed a change, something different than our usual fall play. I wanted to do something with heavy messages. I didn ' t know if they ' d be popular, but I didn ' t care, I just wanted to give the exceptional talent we have here at Leo something to grow on. As usual, the Drama Club grew and grew . . . — Shelly Slentz During The Haunted Carousel, Amy Little prepares to tell Jodi Halt about the little boy she wishes she had. Angle Butler and Alana Jacquay patiently wait among the crowd to see If the un- known man will fall or not during the play Help. Fall Play 23 hristmas A Time To Give The Christmas spirit was enhanced by all that was given to the needy families of our community. Christmas is a time for giving, and the students at Leo proved that last Christmas season by donating food, clothes and other such necessities to needy families. Over 2000 cans were donated for the annu- al can drive. Boxes of donations were loaded into vans and taken to the Christmas Bureau to be deliv- ered to less fortunate families to help make their Christmas a time of love and happiness. Student Council president Jeff Kimbel said, I felt that the can drive allowed the students and faculty of Leo High School the opportunity to come to the aid of the community ' s needy. Christmas vacation gave the students a time to break away from the hectic school life. Students en- joyed such activities as skating, or going on vacation with their families to Florida. Those students who didn ' t travel anywhere over photo bv lane Reece break spent their time sleeping in, spending time with their friends, or visiting relatives. Many stu- dents also rushed to the crowded malls to do last minute Christmas shopping. Melanie Brandt, one such shopper, said, Last minute shopping was a great experience because the shoppers were really into the Christmas spirit. Christmas also allowed the students of Leo to ad- mire the many Christmas lights and decorations of the Yuletide season at the zoo and downtown Fort Wayne. As December 26 rolled around, another Christmas season ended with the realization that vacation would be coming to an end soon, and the students would be returning to school once again. — Shelly Slentz 24 IL Christmas Items such as the e were donated by students to help less fortu- nate families have a merry Christmas. Getting ready to deliver items to the Christmas Bureau, Joel Yoder and Chris Hattery load boxes to help out. photo by Mike Hetnck Decorations, like these at Glenbrook Mall, were displayed all Prepar ng or CAir s mas, Ray DiLisi, Jeff McKee, and Craig Dubea aver town to add to the excitement of the Christmas season. pose with Santa Claus, who is really Jamie Grunden. Christmas 25 s alentines photo by Melanie Poe Love Leo Style Even though obstacles stood in the way of being together, couples still found time to share special moments. Red roses, boxes of heart- shaped candy, whispered sweet nothings, and happy couples were all characteristics of Valentine ' s Day. it was a time for couples to express their true feelings toward each other. Last year ' s Sweetheart Day was different than previous holidays. Last year was the first time that students had the opportunity to experience a semi-formal dance. Many students liked the change and made the dance a success. Sophomore Ann Reece said, I thought the dance was really ro- mantic because everyone got all dressed up. The controversy of students overly expressing their emotions for each other brought another change. A few teachers published a mini-drama in an issue of the Lion ' s Tale newspaper. The article focused on what the teachers thought was a serious problem in- volving couples showing too much affection for one another. This led to open opposition and controversy from students and a renewed effort at enforcing the policy of hand holding only. Anyone caught otherwise would first be warned, next sent to the office, and then even face the possibility of being suspended. Ju- nior Melanie Brandt commented, Why are you able to hug your best friend in the halls, but not your boyfriend. The problems involving school policies persisted throughout the year, but it didn ' t dampen the feelings or relationships many people shared. The dance, and flowers, although simple signs of affection, were not taken for granted as another Valentine ' s Day passed. — Shelly Slentz 26 It Valentines After just receiving a dozen red roses for Valentine ' s Day, junior Janice Benny reads over the card that her sweetheart sent. photo by Melanie Poe Blowing up balloons for the Valentine ' s semi-formal dance, Danielle Duch, Jenni- fer Swoveland, Ann Reece, and David Reschly have fun while completing their task. photo by Jo Hobson Taking a break from her regular assign- ments, freshman Kris Straughn looks through the Valentine ' s issue of the Lion ' s Tale. Attending the first Valentine ' s Day semi- formal dance, sophomore couple Lance Chrisman and Lesley Meridith snuggle up before they head off to a slow dance. Valentines 27 lass Tourney Preparing to kickoii the tug of war event, the juniors battle the freshmen during the first round of competition. 71 28 Class Tourney Rival Between The Lions Classmates gathered to participate in the 86 Class Tourney to share friendly competition and have a roaring good time. The day: Friday, March 21, 1986. The place: Leo High School. Once again it was time for the classes to join together to participate in the annual event of Class Tourney. Classmates gathered to make posters, decorate their assigned section of bleachers, and even schedule a few practices to better their teams. Everyone was out to prove that their class was the best. The competition began at 5:30 P.M. with the egg toss and volley- ball kicking off the events. The last, and newest event was the lip sync contest which took place during the dance following Class Tourney. The events and winners were as follows: Girls ' egg toss: Amy Cook and Kim Fitzgerald; seniors. Boys ' egg toss: Wiley Kite and Greg Kelly; seniors. Girls ' ping pong: Renee Rhoades and Dede Smith; juniors. Boys ' ping pong: Kraig Brown and Ron Mancini; seniors. Girls ' ice cream eating: Beth Witte; senior. Boys ' ice cream eating: Shane Koch; junior. Volleyball: seniors. Girls ' basketball: juniors. Boys ' basketball: seniors. Girls ' obstacle course: seniors. Boys ' obstacle course: freshmen. Pop guzzling: sophomores. Shuttle race: freshmen. Boys ' arm wrestling: Left 129 lbs. Desperately trying to hold onto her egg. Freshman Jason Pence hurriedly attempts sophomore Heather Venderly delicately to finish his bowl of ice cream to help in catches it during the egg-toss. aiding the Freshmen class during Class Tourney. photo by P3m Alwine Class Tourney 29 -K RiVdl cont. — Steve Davis; 175 lbs. — Sam Powell; U.L. — Andy Powell. Boys ' arm wrestling: Right 129 lbs. — Jerry Lothamer; 175 lbs. — Aaron Vanlue; U.L. — Gary Laird. Girls ' arm wrestling: Left 109 lbs. — Denise Croussore, 130 lbs. — Jenny Swoveland; U.L. Amy Dowty Girls ' arm wrestling: Right 109 lbs. — Christi Meyer; 130 lbs. — Lisa Peters; U.L. — Ladena Keller. Class participation: seniors. Tug of war: juniors. Lip sync contest: seniors. The outcome of the evening ended with the juniors on top with 223 points; the seniors com- ing in second with 214 points; sophomores third with 61 points, and freshmen receiving 47 points. But whether it was win or lose, all those who participated for their class portrayed the object of Class Tourney — having fun. — Shelly Slentz Keeping her mind on the competition at hand, senior Katie Ridderheim performs in the obstacle course to earn points for her class. Spending extra fi ' me after school to deco- rate their section of bleachers paid off for the Freshmen class. They won first place. FRCSHMEHI ' ' 3 Zoomirg Who? ' .jfi g9 J Freshman ' s Zoonnin ' YquI t 7Z 30 Class Tourney photo by Melanie Poe During the pop-guzzling contest, sopho- more Butch Schwaben guzzles his can of pop as his classmates gather around to cheer him to a victory. •o While competing in the ping-pong con- test, junior Dede Smith takes her turn at ° returning the ball as Renee Rhoades ' ! watches and prepares for the next hit. Class Tourney 3 1 X eekends students, faculty, and parents share a common enthusiasm for basketball on Fri- day nights. Win or lose, the team always attracted loyal fans. Standing in the cold at Rock America, Ft. Wayne ' s newest teenage dance club, area students wait to get in. photo by Shfllv SIcnl Earning extra money, Sam Lemma spends her weekend helping customers choose just the right thing at Nobbson ' s. A favorite weelcend pastime is going to the local cinema to watch the latest flicks. Amy Little attends the showing of Wildcats at the matinee performance. 32 IL Weekends Waiting For Tlie Weel end For most students life really begins Friday at 3: 10. Every day, no matter what it was, dragged . . . that was unless that day happened to be Friday. Friday was the day that students sat wearily in class thinking about what was soon to come — the weekend. The weekend offered students the chance to break away from the hectic daily life of after- school jobs and endless amounts of homework. In fact, students lived for the weekend. The weekend held many activi- ties for students. Several showed their school spirit on weekends by attending games and dances. As junior Matt Moreau said, I like the weekend because I look photo by Chris Neuhi forward to playing in basketball games on Friday and going out with my friends afterwards and having a good time. Students who were unfortunate enough to have to work on the weekends understood the dread- ed trials of having a job. A com- mon weekend money-maker was babysitting. Some other weekend activities included: attending par- ties, going to the movies, or going to either the Blue Mountain or Rock America, popular hangouts for students. It was not uncom- mon for students to wait in line for two hours in cold, winter weather to get in. Another favorite endeavor of students was dating. Dates often went to places such as Chi Chi ' s and Banditos for dinner. Shopping at Gienbrook was the most popular weekend activity for students. Going to the mail gave the students the opportunity to meet new people and socialize with old friends. As Monday rolled around, an- other weekend was over, and thoughts of Friday were in the minds of the students once again. — Chris Scheil Weekends 33 Y rp-n Fitting into the beautiful scenery of Flor- ida, a pelican finds a quiet moment away from all the spectators. One of Florida ' s most popular sights is the Epcot dome, a modern learning center lo- cated in the Walt Disney World amuse- ment park. Why Spring Break in Florida meant a weeic of indepen- dence and leisure for high school students. what U.S. location offered stu- dents the chance to bask in the warm, tropical sun on the white- sandy beaches among thousands of high school students? Florida, of course. The first week of every April of each year students flocked to the sunny south in masses to enjoy the freedom of Spring Break. Exactly what was the great at- traction with Florida? The beauti- ful climate and scenery were not the only assets of the golden state. Cities such as Daytona, Clear- water, and Fort Lauderdale were popular hot spots in Florida. Or- lando also offered the fun bo- nuses of Walt Disney World and Epcot Center, a futuristic learning park. Every fantasy, from driving a one-hundred fifty thousand dollar sports car, to visiting an exotic foreign country was made possi- ble through the magic at Epcot. Along with Orlando, Tampa also was popular among many people because of Busch Gardens. Preparation for Spring Break took many weeks to be complet- ed. Bright summer fashions had to be purchased, along with the right bathing suit. Tanning sa- lons were packed with pre-sun tanners, wanting to avoid burning in the hot Florida weather. Money was saved by giving up some weekend fun. Hotel reservations and driving arrangements also had to be made. Rooming accomoda- tions became very crowded. In fact, it was not uncommon for eight people to share one room! Hotels became the center of row- diness. For some, the best part of Flor- ida was the meeting of that special person or persons. The beautiful Florida sunsets had a romantic af- fect on couples. As Spring Break came to a close, students from various places headed home to the responsibil- ities of school, and to the reality that they had to leave Florida be- hind. — Chris Scheil 34 IL Florida all photos by David Castator Enjoying his stay in Florida, junior Kurt Schlatter fantasizes in the car of his dreams, a 1986 IROC-Z28 at Epcot Center. Students enjoy a leisure moment lying in the sun at the St. Petersburg Hotel. ' P- ' . . . - f If li ida Y i Florida 35 IL 36 Jog-a-Thon Taking a break, seniors Wiley Kite, Jeff Kimbel, and Shannon Roberts cheer on runners while pigging out. - ■ j -ii -S ' liiJLJfirClULlJis.® JSiiS- ' ip i iic iss Just For The Tunds ' ' Of It By any means possible, students participated in the Jog-A-Thon to aid school athletics and activities. Saturday, April 12 was the blessed day that one hundred of Leo ' s most dedicated athletes, awoke to prepare themselves to run in the Jog-A-Thon. High school students had the opportu- nity to raise money for various Leo organizations, with seventy-five percent of the money raised by that organization being returned to that group. This year was the first time that a non-athletic orga- nization could participate. Money was raised for everything from Photo Club to Student Council in addition to many other clubs. The goal of the Jog-A-Thon was to work as a single fund raising event to support the other half of education — athletics and activi- ties. Another goal was to have fun working together. These goals were obviously met by the stu- dents and it showed in their en- thusiasm for the fund raiser. The Jog-A-Thon raised a total of two thousand dollars. As senior Reann Panchev said, 1 felt that the Jog-A-Thon was a fun experience that was both ex- citing and competitive for stu- dents. It gave everyone the chance to help the school. Many prizes were awarded for both top lap runners and high money earn- ers. Top lap runners, Bob Clark and Amy Clay, were both awarded a pair of running shoes, donated by Hudson ' s. Top money earners, Sam Gordon and Heidi Strasser, both won tanning booth sessions. The coach of the high team mon- ey maker, Mrs. Linson, received a twenty dollar gift certificate to the Wharf. All students who complet- ed at least fifteen laps and raised at least twenty dollars, received a short sleeve T-shirt with a Jog-A- Thon logo on it designed by Chad Stuckey. Chad received a hooded sweatshirt for designing the prize winning logo. Although not many students won a prize, they made positive comments about the experience. The reward came in knowing that their individual efforts made a dif- ference. There was not only an individual pride, but a corporate school pride in the strong efforts of the group. — Chris Scheil Jog-a-thony 37 pring Musical Doing It In Style Colorful costumes and fancy parasols highlight the theatricality of the spring musical Hello, Dolly. ' January brought snow and ice, but it also brought try-outs and practices to the 89 students that made up the spring musical pro- duction of Hello, Dolly. As the old saying goes, Practice makes perfect and that was obvious to see on opening night. Over 1200 people came to watch the musical the three nights it ran. The cast was a large one. Lead roles went to: Samantha lemma,- Dolly Levi; Shannon Roberts, Hor- ace Vandergelder; Wiley Kite, Cornelius Hackle; Angle Vendre- ly, Mrs. Molloy; Tracy Busch, Minnie Fay; and Jeff Jones, Bar- naby Tucker. The chorus consist- ing of 36 st udents was larger than previous ones. Drama instructor, Mr. Jerry El- ton Stover, spent a lot of time working to make the musical a success. Colorful costumes made the play enjoyable to watch. There were over 100 costume changes, and over $3000 was spent to make all of them possi- ble. The action of the play took place in the 1890 ' s in New York City and Yonkers, New York, it re- volved around the life of a match- maker, Dolly Levi, who set out to find everyone a mate, including herself. There are tangled situa- tions involving couples, but ev- eryone ends up a happy pair. Even Dolly Levi snatches a second hus- band for herself. The closing night of Hello, Dolly marked the end of a Drama Club career for several seniors. They realized they had grown over the years and had left good examples imprinted in the minds of upcoming members. As the musical ended, the cast knew their knowledge had grown over the months, and they had met new challenges. — Shelly Slentz V £! I jrit ' I 4 dressed up in their Sunday Clothes, Beth Witte and Allen Schwartz perform for the sold out crowds that came to par- ticipate in the fun of Hello, Dolly. Colorful costumes were a part of the number Parade, as junior Dina Stovall joins in on the excitement donning a jok- er ' s outfit. Delighted to be back in Dolly Levi ' s com- pany, waiters, as played by Jorgen Knud- sen, Keith Neuman, Tom Baker, Jeff Kim- bel, Charlie Panchev, Allen Schwartz, and Joe Stueipe perform the number Hello Dolly! Having just found out the menu prices, Jeff Jones and Wiley Kite wonder how they are going to afford dinner for their dates. Angle Vendrely and Tracy Busch, while Tom Baker patiently waits to take their or- der. Spring Musical yv 39 Newly crowned queen 3n6 king, seniors Beth Witte and Shannon Roberts dance to the prom theme, This Could Be the Night. Helping out with decorations, senior Steve Lengacher blows up one of the many peach and grey balloons that adorned the ball- 7Z 40 Prom is Could Be The Night Prom night provided a Sun and unforgettable evening Sor all of the couples who attended. The doorbell rang. The door opened. Standing there was this gorgeous guy in a tuxedo holding a beautiful corsage — just for his date. They were about to spend a care-free, romantic night out to- gether. A dream? No. This was the night of the Junior-Senior Prom. After weeks of careful planning, May 10 was finally a reality for the couple. Preparations for the big night had begun the mo- ment the guy asked the girl of his dreams to be his date for the prom. At that moment, many thoughts were going through the guy ' s mind, like Will she even say yes? or Will I have enough money? On the other hand, the girl was thinking, What will I wear? and, Will everything go all right? There was much to be done before the prom. Reservations had to be made, tuxedos rented, hair appointments scheduled, and cars had to be washed, along with flowers picked up and the agonizing photo sessions. After all of these things were completed, the cou- ples were off for their memorable evening. Usually, the couple stopped at one of Fort Wayne ' s finest restaurants for an elegant dinner. Places such as the Moonraker, Peaches and Club Olympia were popu- lar choices. After dinner, the couple set off for the dance. Prom started at 8:00 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Audi- torium. This night was a beautiful one as visions of peach and grey disembarked from long, shiny cars to enter the plush surrounding of the ballroom. As the couples made their way into the room, they encoun- tered other beautifully-dressed young women and young men attired in tuxedos. Out on the floor, couples danced to the music of Unique Lighting and Sound. Floating about the room were hundreds of peach and grey balloons that added to the magical atmosphere. At nine-thirty, the moment everyone had been waiting for had finally arrived. The court was announced. It consisted of: KING: Shannon Roberts Arriving at the Scottish Rite Auditorium in style, junior Mark Hershberger gives his date a helping hand as she gets out of the car. Adjusting his boutonniere, Mrs. Sanders proudly helps her son, Doug, with the final touches. photo by Celeste Schaefer Prom 41 Prom QUEEN: Beth Witte MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED: Bob Earl and Agy Nixon BEST PERSONALITY: Wally Miazga and Samantha lemma FUNNIEST: Jeff Zink and Reann Panchev BEST DRESSED: Wiley Kite and Tracy Busch MOST ATHLETIC: Jeff Kimbel and Tami Witt The court then led off the dance to the theme song This Could Be the Night. After prom, couples rushed home to change. Many couples headed to parties. Some, however. decided to stay home and get some rest before the big morning. The next day, couples flocked to places such as King ' s Island, the Michigan Dunes, or the lake, to spend the day together. By Sunday night, the couples were exhausted. It was all over. The juniors had anticipation of next year. For the seniors, prom was one of the most precious parts of their last year to be remembered for the rest of their lives. — Chris Scheil — Shelly Slentz 7Z 42 Prom slow dancing ant soft lights generate a romantic atmosphere for those couples like Daryl McConnell and Lisa Land attending prom. Getting into the music provided by Unique Lighting and Sound, senior Jodie Halt dances the night away with her friends on the dance floor. After dinner, pictures and dancing. Angle Collins and Tim Caywood take a break to relax and watch the other couples. One of the highlights oi the evening was the announcing of the Prom court, although some members of the court are not pic- tured; Reann Panchev, Jeff Zink, Beth Witte, Shannon Roberts, Tami Witt, Jeff Kimbel, Samantha lemma, Wally Miazga, and Bob Earl. Prom 43 enioritis photo by Melanie Poe tm The effects o Senioritis are evident to Dave Alexander as he grudgingly finishes his English assignment. photo by Melanie Poe photo by Dave Castaior 71 44 Senioritis enjoying the final Breakfast Club in the high school parking lot, the seniors toast their last Monday in school as well as the upcoming commencement. -45 the last day of cl asses and fi nal tests drew near er. countdown messages appe ared o n chalkboards all ov er Pigging out togethe r, senic rs Doug Lake and Brad F the school. erick share their mo rning Tieal in the rain Counting The Days As the year dragged on, the senior class grew both anxious and weary about the daily grind of school. Spring came early this year. For the seniors it arrived around Feb- ruary 17. Spring brought with it the syndrome of over-worked, burned-out seniors, commonly called Senioritis. This ailment tended to give the upper-class- men the I don ' t care anymore! attitude about everything. Numerous seniors felt that too much was expected of them. Homework, graduation, and col- lege were in the minds of these students. Seniors were constantly reminded to set an example for the rest of the school. They were expected to get good grades, ex- hibit excellent behavior, and in addition be the leaders of the school. All of these pressures ad- ded up to total misery for the twelfth graders. For some seniors the time from February to May gave them the opportunity to daydream about the freedom of graduation. Graduation was the ultimate goal of high school students although it sometimes felt unobtainable. In several teachers ' rooms calenders were full of marks made by the anxious students, indicating one less day until commencement. As quoted by senior Amy Cook, Senioritis creeps up on you. You feel it all throughout high school, but it gets stronger with every year. You feel it especially in the last semester of your senior year. The only thing that keeps you go- ing is knowing that you will finally graduate. Thank Goodness. Senioritis was not all bad though, it did spark the school spirit of the class of 1986. One ex- ample was the Leo Breakfast Club. Once a month, the seniors met at various places before school and enjoyed breakfast together. This was only one way that the class was brought together. As May 29 rolled around, the seniors began to recover from the symptoms of senioritis, and the anticipation of the future re- placed the misery of the exasper- ated seniors. They kindly be- queathed the ailment to the ju- nior class to experience during their upcoming final year. Chris Scheil Senioritis 45 raduation Robes, caps, and roses are all a part of After marching into the gym, with friends graduation tradition. Karen Lothamer, and family present, the seniors are togeth- Cherie Crooks, and Pam Alwine pick up er for the last time, awaiting the moment their flowers before ceremonies begin. their diplomas will be in hand. While everyone gels sealed and fan them- selves from the heat, two herald trumpet- ers announce the seniors ' arrival. Relaying her vision of the future to the seniors, Salutatorian Angy Nixon encour- ages the class to excell in whatever dreams they have. After years © studying and making sacri- fices. Bob Earl comes out at the top of his class academically, thus earning the Vale- dictorian award given by Dr. Stuelpe. 7 1 46 Graduation A Step Closer Graduation was the final step before taking the plunge into adulthood. Another important milestone in the lives of the seniors was about to be met. The day was May 29, 1986 — Graduation Day. For twelve years the students had been preparing for this moment. Although the day was gloomy and rainy, the weather did not dam- pen the seniors ' enthusiasm. It was a time of both happiness and sadness for them. That evening, the seniors sat together in the auditorium for the very last time as a class. They awaited the ulti- mate goal, to receive their diplo- mas. That piece of paper to them symbolized a great sense of achievement and accomplish- ment. Receiving a diploma was not the final step for the seniors, how- ever. Sitting there, thoughts of the future flashed in the minds of many. Final decisions about col- lege, jobs, and for some, consid- erations of starting a family, had to be made. A feeling of indepen- dence became apparent in the seniors as they began to face the challenges of becoming adults. Graduation , 47 Tears and handshakes of congratulations surround Brad Coolman, meeting with friends in thie auditeria. At last! After the last diploma was handed out the tassels were turned marking the end of high school. Graduation cont. Along with the future, the past was reflected. The time of first coming to the school as seventh graders eager to face the trials and tribulations of homework and teachers for six years. Also re- membered by the seniors were their first loves, Friday-night foot- ball games and school dances. Probably, the thing that was most remembered was all the fun times spent with best friends. Some people would never see each oth- er again as they went their sepa- rate paths. The time was very bit- tersweet. As exchange student, Jorgen Knudsen said, Graduation is a time of looking both backward and forward. You know that you will miss all of your friends, but you also know you have the future and college to look forward to. It is really strange to realize that 1 made it through my senior year, it went so quickly. The evening was highlighted when Valedictorian Bob Earl and Salutatorian Angy Nixon bid their final farewells to L.H.S. Their mes- sage was simple: the future holds everything for anyone and to go for it all. Senior class president Wiley Kite then passed the torch to the upcoming class for them to make their own special mark on the school. After the diplomas were hand- ed to the seniors and their tassles were turned, they knew it was not the end of the road. A com- mencement by definition, is only the beginning. — Chris Scheil 7Z 48 Graduation After many hours of preparation, the senior choir, under the direction of Mr. Jack Flick, sing Flying Free . Running between raindrops, if it ' s possi- ble, Amy Steininger hurries to find a place where it is dry. Not only did the storm cause problems outside, but it also caused electrical problems on the inside. Gimme a liug! Jorgen Knudsen and Dawn Cardt share a moment after gradu- ation in one last embrace before leaving for parties or other activities. Graduation , 49 - Before letting his discus fly, junior Jay kimes takes a moment to clear his mind and concentrate on the next movement in his form. photo by Celeste Sch e er a the o e ON (i ' u t±. £2-l Being an athlete was more than practice and awards. It meant changing and stretching and growing. Endurance. Pain. Strength. Improvement. These words were often on the lips of the team coaches. No pain, no gain. ' ' Every sprinter, wrestler, center, and quarterback knew what pain meant, and they knew how much it hurt to reach just a little farther towards being the best. The best was just what they were. Both the optional gymnas- tics team and the junior high girls ' basketball team took their AC AC titles, and three wrestlers advanced to state finals competition. Being the best took time and patience. The life of an athlete changed when his season rolled around. Parties, late movies, and after-school snacks were given up in order to get into training. An athlete also changed phys- ically and mentally. During daily practice, the athlete be- came healthier as well as stronger and more agile. In order to reach his goal, an athlete had to forget all else and concentrate only on going the distance. He needed discipline and a great sense of loyalty to himself and his teammates. Being an athlete makes him stretch himself past his previous achieve ments and on to greater goals and challenges. photo by Julie Hosier Before their cross counlry meet, these ju- nior high girls stretch their hamstrings to prevent any serious injuries. Sports Division HI RESERVE FOOTBALL Leo 6 — 28 Adams Centra Leo 6—8 Garrett Leo 22 — 18 Eastside season: 1-2 After the defense made a great tackle, of- fensive line players Keith Neuman, Travis Jacquay, and Dave Alexander cheer the team on to victory. VAIISITY AND RESERVE FOOTBALL. (front row): Travis Jacquay, Dave Wertman, Scott Hinkle, Dain Bufe, Shane Koch, Jody Grunden, Jeff Zink, Jess Zink. (2nd row): Steve Lengacher, Dave Roberts, Kevin Kreilach, Aaron VanLue, Jeff Hampton, Chris Cox, Sam Powell, Doug Lake, Dave Alexander. (3rd row): Matt Bertsch, Jeff Kimbel, Jim Harris, Gary Laird, Brad Fred- erick, Nate Shade, Dave Galbraith, Wally Miazga. (back row): Coach Bill Bollier, Coach Nate Evans, Coach Mike Bcarman, Brad Coolman, Jay Kimes, Doug Sanders, Darren Harter, Keith Neuman, Manager Mike Williams, Manager Terry Crooks, Manager Jamie Fuller, Manager Sam Gor- don. Practice and hard work pulled the varsity and reserve teams through a tough season. The coach saw the eagerness and intensity of the player who stood on the sidelines — silent- ly hoping for his break. Making a decision, the coach told him to get out there and show what he was made of. Not only had the player improved his sense of confidence, pride, and his ability to take control of the sit- uation, but he also helped spur on another victory. This could have been any- one, anywhere, at any time. However, this was unique to Leo — the need to dominate and control. From the youngest of the ranks to the oldest, the Lion football teams felt this need . . . and fulfilled it. Although the varsity team ' s season record hadn ' t necessar- ily showed it, the team never slowed up. At the end of their season, the team lost a heart- breaking sectional game by two points. We really never played as a team until the end of the year, said junior Aaron VanLue when asked about the team. At the Letterwinners Ban- quet, several awards were giv- en. Jess Zink received Best Of- fensive Back, while Brad Fre- drick was awarded best Defen- sive Back and the Ironman Award. Best Defensive and Of- fensive Lineman Award and the Helmet Award went to Brad Coolman, and Jeff Zink pulled in the Best Sock Award. Aaron VanLue and Wally Miazga both received the Belt Award and the Non-starter award went to Dave Alexander. It was a frustrating season, but we never gave up, stated Coach Bill Bollier when ques- tioned about the football sea- son. Because the reserve squad had so few players, their num- ber of games were limited. This had not, however, dampened the team ' s spirit. These men also filled in for the varsity. I think we had a lot stronger team than what our record showed, said junior Doug Sanders. Even though their record hadn ' t showed it, the reserve and varsity football teams had the spunk to pull through the season. — Mary Minich 7Z 52 Varsity And Reserve Football In the long run, having given up some of their summer, as well as after-school time for practice payed off for the varsity and reserve teams. Here senior Jeff Kimbel (10) uses some of his well practiced abilities to charge through the Carroll line. Although the season didn ' t go as they had planned, the varsity team stuck together. Coach Bill Bollier tells sophomore Keith Neuman what play to use when he gets in to the game. VARSITY FOOTBALL Leo 28 16 Eastside Leo 11 36 Adams Central Leo 7 6 Southern Wells Leo 6 20 Carroll Leo 6 34 Heritage Leo 21 Woodlan Leo 7 14 Churubusco Leo 2 13 Northridge season: 2-6 t;f , Varsity And Reserve Football 53 - SEVENTH GRADE FOOTBALL Leo 28-28 Perry Hill Leo 29- 6 Huntertown Leo 40- Heritage Leo 14- 6 Garrett Leo 30- 6 Churubusco Leo 34- Woodlan season 5 0-1 ¥ EIGHTH GRADE FOOTBALL 1- Leo 20-14 Perry Hill Leo 0-26 Huntertown ;;, Leo 46- Heritage Leo 32- 6 Garrett ii Leo 26- Churubusco Leo 33-21 Woodlan 1 season 5 1 1 S WHITE SQUAD FOOTBALL Leo 22- 6 Adams Central Leo 28- Southern Hills Leo 8- Churubusco Leo 0-34 Woodlan ' ■-JiS Leo 6-16 Angola Leo 6- 6 Carroll Leo 26- 6 Heritage season 4-2-1 Ih I Cet i m. ' Jamie Grunden goes for the tackle while Jeff McKee hands off the football to Doug Minich during an out of season scrimmage. These talented players proved their expertise to their coaches fans, and opponents. No one dreamed that the seventh and eighth grade foot- ball teams could have such a successful season. We didn ' t have the best players or the biggest players compared to our opponents, said Coach Nate Evans. We had such a successful season be- cause we had forty-four guys who gave 110% all the time. Both teams won their ACAC, a first in Leo ' s football history. Workouts were rough for the players who scrimmaged under the direction of four assistant coaches: Jim Schneider, Bob McHenry, Kevin Jehl, Rick Hawkins, and Nate Evans as Head Coach. The seventh grade had two outstanding players who the team and coaches could de- pend on for the big plays: Ryan VanLue and Jason McKee. They were voted Most Valuable Play- ers, with Bill Horner chosen as the Most Improved Player. Ja- mie Grunden was selected as the eighth grade ' s Most Valu- able Player. Eric Loser felt the eighth grade team always worked together, proving that the little lions could tackle their way to a big victory. They demonstrated their talents, im- pressed their fans, and con- quered their opponents. They showed that even the little people at school could win big, too. — Kris Straughn 54 Jr. High White Squad Football photos by Mary Minich L LEO 2. IL ' .2 LEO L8 tfc .ej 6 ' ' -1i ' «si ,-i;.MirJflr- :v.: - J . r_i ' - ■ ' r .1 SEVENTH GRADE FOOTBALL, (front row): Daniel Hayes, Chris Moreau, Mark Hamman, Matt Blotkamp, Derek Delagrange, Tom Bates, Jeff Hampton, Eli Hestermann. (second row): Paulma Crunden, Kenny Kimes, Eric Bauer, Dana Miller, Jeff Roach, Kevin Geise, Bill Horner, Bill White, Manager Rose McCann. (third row): Chris Reidy, Matt Roberts, Randy Fessenden, Jason Brimmer, Steve Moss, Joe Worman, Ryan VanLue, Kris McNiece, Ben Roberts, Jason McKee. (back row): Coach Kevin Jehl, Head Coach Nate Evans, Coach Bob McHenry, Coach Jim Schneider, Coach Rick Hawkins. EIGHTH GRADE FOOTBALL, (front row) Kyle Geise, Scott Stuckey, Tony Woods, Mat Pocock, Doug Minich, Ferdy Jones, Shawn Bennett, Eli Hestermann. (second row): Manager Rose McCann, Eric Loser, Craig Dubea, Colby Prough, Matt Lake, Jared Shaw, Wally Hammons, Jami Crunden, Manager Paulma Grunden. (back row): Coach Kevin Jehl, Coach Nate Evans, Matt Fulk, David Ridderheim, Gary Smith, Jeff McKee, Chad Kasper, Coach Rick Hawkins, Coach Jim Schneider. WHITE SQUAD FOOTBALL, (front row): Rick Mishler, Kurt Frederick, Sam Schwartz, Cory Lowden, Rick Busch, Norman McCann, Dan Dubea, Matt Houser. (second row): Chad Blotkamp, Jeff Jones, Pat Hill, Jason Cook, Brad Carnes, Jayme Shaw, Tim Shaw, (third row): Coach Bill Jones, Butch Schwaben, David Krielach, Paul Newberg, Kirk Fitzgerald, Ron Zimmerman, Chae Dolsen, Rob Cook, (back row) Coach Don Greer, Joe Stolte, Joe Ridderheim, Mike Broda, Jason Pence, Mike Bertoli, Shane Blotkamp. White Squad Jr. High Football SS Intently concentrating, varsity p ayers ]u- lie Hosier and Tami Witt get ready to re- j turn the serve. photo by Todd Swarv Beth Fogle, Charlene Knepp and Connie Harter all jump for the ball, but it sails over their heads to the back row. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL, (front row): Amy Neuhouser, Kelly Klopfenstein, Nicol Hea- ly, Lisa Yoder, Reann Panchev, April Min- nick. (back row): Coach Mark Schlatter, Head Coach Julia Pardinek, Nancy Wyman, Angie Vendrely, Julie Hosier, Tami Witt, Manager Laura Brown. RESERVE VOLLEYBALL, (front row): Char- lene Knepp, Amy Linker, Patti Hursh, Renea Miller, Trista Holwager, Jamie Kim- bel, Joelle Gerardot. (back row): Coach Ju- lia Pardinek, Coach Mark Schlatter, Rita Vorndran, Angie Hartman, Leslie Ort, Connie Harter, Beth Fogle, Manager De- anna Johnson, Manager Laura Brown. photo by Julie Hosier 56 High School Volleyball Despite lack of support the girls showed great skills and a good attitude. For two months every day after school the girls volleyball teams practiced for two hours — working on serving, set- ting, spiking, and blocking. This was their time spent on improving individual skills as well as attitude and team skills, which were volleyball ' s most important ingredients. That was also what the varsity coach Miss Julie Pardinek strived for. The team worked well ear- ly in the season, Miss Par- dinek said, but at Sectionals we seemed to have culminat- ed, as the girls also knew how to use their individual skills. Eastside was the Varsity team ' s opponent at Section- als. The girls played well that night, as they showed how to work together as a team, while uniting it with concen- tration; moreover, they fought as Lions throughout the match and won it 15-6, 15-5. It could have been a season with many wins, if the team had played as it did against Eastside, all season long. As Julie Hosier said, We could not overcome our ner- vousness in the beginning of the season, which made us lose tied games as well as games we should have won. Some things were just un- changeable as the girls ' heights. The Varsity team didn ' t have the height as oth- er teams, which weakened them in spiking and blocking. As Tami Witt said, Our height didn ' t help us much at the matches, neither did our friends; we missed their sup- port, and therefore some- times lost our confidence. Without confidence it was hard to get to the top. From that point of view the girls did a good job, and showed a los- ing team can become a win- ning team by keeping a good attitude toward the sport. Leo ' s play at Sectionals gave Tami Witt and Angie Vendre- ly. All Conference Honorable Mention. Angie also received the Best Attitude award at Leo ' s Letterwinners Banquet, while Tami was named as the Lion ' s Most Valuable Player. Finally, the Most Improved Award went to Reann Pan- chev. As the Varsity Team, the Reserve Team had a tough season — a season where the girls learned how to tackle the hardship of losing with man- ners. The Reserve Team didn ' t get the support the Varsity would have given it by winning more matches, but still the team stepped for- ward. I enjoyed working with the girls, said the reserve coach Mr. Mark Schlatter, because they showed im- provement, and even more importantly, they looked positively on the coming years. Both teams had good team- work and a great attitude in their play. It was just not enough to keep their height from interferring negatively in their play. — jorgen Knudsen VARSITY VOLLEYBALL Leo _ 2 Concordia Leo — 2 Bishop Luers Leo — 2 Harding Leo 1 — 2 Eastside Leo — 2 North Side Leo — 2 Heritage Leo — 2 Woodlan Leo — 2 South Side Leo — 2 New Haven Leo — 2 Snider Leo — 2 Carroll Leo — 2 Bishop Dwenger Leo U — 2 DeKalb Leo — 2 Southern Wells Leo 1 — 2 Adams Central Leo 1 — 2 Garrett Leo 2 — Churubusco Leo — 2 Woodlan Leo — 2 Norwell Leo — 2 Northrop Leo 2 — Southern Wells Leo — 2 Norwell Leo 2 — Eastside Leo — 2 DeKalb season 4 — 20 1 RESERVE VOLLEYBALL | Leo _ 2 Concordia Leo 1 — 2 Bishop Luers Leo — 2 Harding Leo 2 _ 1 Eastside Leo — 2 North Side Leo — 2 Heritage Leo — 2 Snider Leo — 2 Carroll Leo — 2 Bishop Dwenger Leo 1 _ 2 DeKalb Leo 2 _ Southern Wells Leo _ 2 Adams Central Leo 1 — 2 Garrett Leo 1 _ 2 Churubusco Leo _ 2 Woodlan Leo 1 _ 2 Adams Central Leo 1 — 2 Woodlan Leo — 2 Norwell Leo - 2 Northrop season 2-17 High School Volleyball 57 % Freshman Frances Cee reaches for the ball. Rita Vorndran and Joelle Cerardot prepare to back her up. FRESHMAN VOLLEYBALL Leo 0-2 Heritage Leo 0-2 Carroll Leo 0-2 DeKalb Leo 2-1 Woodlan Leo 1-2 Norwell Leo 1-1 Heritage Leo 1-1 Luers Leo 2-0 Canterbury 1 season: -4 2 Trista Holwager gets ready to bunnp the ball to the front line while Lori Wilson, Joni Zeimmer and Rita Vorndran prepare to re- ceive it. photo by Julie Hosier photo by Julie Hosier FRESHMAN GIRLS ' VOLLEYBALL, (front row): Joelle Cerardot, Trista Holwager, Vickie Grayless, Jamie Kimbel, Joni Zeim- mer. (back row): Connie Harter, Beth Fo- gle, Rita Vorndran, Frances Gee, Lori Wil- son, Coach Mark Schlatter. 58 IL jr. High Volleyball After efforts toward improving their skills, the girls were rewarded with a victory. Every day after school in the junior high gym, the Seventh and Eighth Grade Girls ' Volley- ball Teams ' practices were held. Having the capability to really hustle on the floor, both teams ' greatest achievements were learning when to apply which strategy. The teams had a definite height advantage over most of their competition. Conse- quently, their spikes were more accurate and successful. It was a thrill to see indivi- duals improve and meet their personal goals as well as watch- ing the team develop bump, set, and spiking skills to prepare for games and the eighth grade tournament, commented Mrs. Lebzelter. This proved to be true when the eighth grade team beat a strong Adams Central team during the tournament. The season ' s high point for the eighth grade team came with a 2-1 victory over Churu- busco in the girls ' final game. Unfortunately, the seventh grade team did not win their last game of the season, but in- stead looked forward to the fu- ture. As Penny Swartz, the most improved player said, The last game was a victory even though we lost. That game we played like a real team. — Amy Karst SEVENTH GRADE GIRLS ' VOLLEYBALL. (front row): Kristi Helmuth, Andrea Ja- nnison, Penny Swartz, Stacey Scherer, Kim Stuckey, Staci Kaylor, Aimee McMahan. (back row): Ginny Clay, Holly Stuckey, Coach Jack Larimer, Manager Lori Gaul, Coach Ruth Lebzelter, Shelly Swartz, Amy Lothamer. EIGHTH GRADE GIRLS ' VOLLEYBALL. (front row): Heidi Heath, Meg Cass, Angie Hartman, Jenny Orr, Tracy Shafer. (2nd row): Lori Laird, Dana DeWitt, Lisa Meyer, Carey Roth, (back row): Coach Jack Lar- imer, Coach Ruth Lebzelter, Amy Am- stutz, Shanna Hormann, Dianne McCon- nell, Julie Jennings, Jennie Klopfenstein, Trainer Luke Holley, Manager Lori Gaul. SEVENTH GRADE VOLLEYBALL Leo 2-1 Garrett Leo 0-2 Woodlan Leo 2-1 Village Woods Leo 1-2 Heritage Leo 0-2 Huntertown Leo 0-2 Woodside Leo 2-1 Perry Hill Leo 0-2 New Haven Leo 0-2 Churubusco season V6 EIGHTH GRADE VOLLEYBALL 1 Leo 1-2 Garrett Leo 0-2 Woodlan Leo 2-1 Village Woods Leo 2-1 Heritage Leo 2-1 Huntertown Leo 0-2 Woodside Leo 2-1 Perry Hill Leo 1-2 New Haven Leo 2-1 Churubusco seasor : 5-4 )r. High Volleyball 59 Y photo by Jane Reece Putting, usually the hardest skill to learn for any golfer, takes patience as well as a serious attitude Here, sophomore Ann Reece shows the consequences of a per- fect putt BOYS ' TE NIS. (front row): Scott Loth- amer, Chris Neuhouser, Tim Dini, Mitch Delagrange, Eric Bauer, (back row): Coach Judy Davis, Wiley Kite, Mark Ackley, Kerry Crabowski, Joe Stueipe, Jason Kite, Ed Busche, Randy Cole. k j ' L BOYS ' TENNIS Leo 0-5 North Side Leo 0-5 Snider Leo 1-4 Norwell Leo 1-4 Lakeland Leo 1-4 DeKalb Leo 1-4 East Noble Leo 0-5 Northrop Leo 0-5 Harding Leo 1-4 Angola Leo 0-5 Carroll sesson :0 10 GIRLS ' GOLF. Heather Vendrely, Ann Reece, Marquita Mahan, Coach Jerry Am- stutz, Kim Fitzgerald, Jane Reece. 60 7 Golf And Tennis IAShISb9kS bb HbbBs. Even without a winning season, athletes worked toward a more important goal of self-improvement. the program, the Boys ' Tennis Team was very young. All of the boys gained the experience needed to go on and become better competitors. Our team practiced hard and gave their best shot. We are a very young team, and I am looking forward to the next two seasons as the boys im- prove their game, said Coach Judy Davis. Taking pride in themselves, as well as in their game, both the Girls ' Golf Team and the Boys ' Tennis Team pushed through another season. Al- though they had a rough time, both of the teams felt it was a profitable year. — Mary Minich Although many people may have thought that sports such as golf and tennis were an easy letter, few realized the time and effort put into those sports by the athletes who participat- ed. Those athletes had given their all for their team and through that gained much ex- perience as well as better atti- tudes. For the Girls ' Golf Team, the season was rough. Having mostly away matches, the girls had to contend on different golf courses. In most matches we were competitive, said Coach Jerry Amstutz when asked about t he team. Having only one senior on Photo by lane Reece GIRLS ' GOLF Leo 247-198 Carroll Leo 242-181 Homestead Leo 217-265 Concordia Leo 247-207 Bishop Luers 211 Columbia C ity Leo 235 Elmhurst Leo 285-194 North Side Leo 238-207 Bishop Dwenger Leo 294-224 East Noble Leo 303-200 Northrop ite Leo 297-211 Snider P season:1-11 pholo by Mike Helrick The onlysenioron the Boys ' Tennis Team, Wiley kite serves the ball to his opponent across the net. Practice for the Girls ' Golf Team started early in the summer at the Cedar Creek Golf Course. Enjoying the picturesque view, junior Marquita Mahan concentrates on chipping the ball up on the green. Coif And Tennis 61 JR. HIGH GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY. (front row): Sarah Fipp, Jennifer Holle, Je- nifer Stueipe, Heidi Strasser, Laura Miller, (back row): Coach Ann Linson, Tunde Busch, Jennifer Wilson, Laura Premer, Kayle Brown. photo by Janice Glenn Leading the Girls ' High School team, freshman Amy Clay is winding down to the end of the 2.1 mile run. JR. HIGH BOYS ' CROSS COUNTRY. (front row): Nathan Cook, Jason Hewitt, Michael Roy. (back row): Steven Evans, Robert Divelbiss, Coach Ron Dubach, Phil- ip Sailer, Jason Hanna. Striving for that top position, the runners were off to a good start. Wanting to be number one was a common thought of the Leo Cross Country teams. Be- ing the top runner was a mark of great success, and for most people in Cross Country, being on top was their goal. It takes a lot of hard work, determination, and dedication to be a Cross Country runner. Every girl on the team met that challenge. They were awarded by finishing the season with a 7- 1 record. In addition to a win- ning season, the girls had a lot of fun, said Coach Ann Linson. Along with having an excel- lent season, the Junior High Girls ' Cross Country team won their Allen County Athletic Conference meet. The team was headed by Heidi Strasser, who was voted Most Valuable Runner. Amy Clay, A runner for the High School Girls ' Cross Coun- try Team, was selected as Most Valuable Runner for her team. Paula Smead, also on the high school girls ' team, was given the Golden Guts Award. The High School Boys ' Cross Country team had a good sea- son. Their top runner, Paul Lash, had a season time average of 17.56. The overall team time average for the season was 18.31. Not everyone on the teams reached their full potential, but for those who did, it was a feel- ing of accomplishment. Every- one had one more year of ex- perience, and that experience will help them reach their goal next time. — Kris Straughn 17Jl_ Cross Country Halfway through the run, Paul Lash, the top runner for the team, pushes hard to stay ahead of his Adams Central opponent. CROSS COUNTRY GIRLS Leo 34-38 South Side Leo 34-73 Marion Leo 24-47 Churubusco Leo 41-18 Carroll Leo 28-36 Woodlan Leo 17-46 Heritage Leo 34-81 Wayne Leo 22-41 Adams Central season : 7-1 CROSS COUNTRY BOYS Leo 24-34 Garrett Leo 19-40 Churubusco Leo 28-29 Hamilton Leo 26-30 Woodlan Leo 44-17 Carroll Leo 35-22 Heritage Leo 24-31 S. Wells Leo 22-32 Adams Central season 6-2 HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS ' CROSS COUN- TRY, (front row): Ronda Caswell, Anne Korte, Amy Clay, Erin Barker, Yvonne Franks, Laura Hope, Amy Steininger. (back row): Coach Ann Linson, Megan Prough, Paula Smead, Beth Hammons, Stacy Evans, Amy McDaniel, Jennifer Richards, Dina Stovall. HIGH SCHOOL BOYS ' CROSS COUN- TRY, (front row): Chad Stuckey, Joe Fipp, Paul Lash, Jeff Yankosky, John Hartman. (back row): Coach Ron Dubach, Monte Lengacher, Bob Clark, John Fipp, Bob Fipp, Greg Kelley. Cross Country VS. 63 ¥ VARSITY BASKETBALL Leo 47 58 Eastside Leo 55 51 Prarie Heights Leo 46 47 Angola Leo 51 64 Hamilton :?-i1 Leo 62 f3 Leo 52 ■ ' Leo 65 80 80 74 Norwell Woodlan Adams Central Leo 7? 99 Concordia Leo 63 77 DeKalb Leo 59 67 Churubusco Leo 54 52 Carroll Leo ■ Leo 56 54 61 52 Churubusco Central Noble Leo 57 78 Bishop Dwenger Leo Leo Leo 45 64 48 85 66 61 Heritage Garrett New Haven Leo 52 ■ .■ Leo 71 fe Leo 49 53 77 58 Lakeland Southern Wells Garrett 1 reco d: 2-18 RESERVE BASKETBALL Leo 42 44 Eastside Leo 56 59 Prairie Heights 1 Leo 31 32 Angola Leo 29 20 Hamilton Leo 46 51 Norwell Leo 56 58 Woodlan Leo 42 61 Adams Central Leo 64 61 Heritage Leo 48 53 Concordia Leo 46 54 DeKalb f Leo 43 45 Churubusco Leo 29 41 Carroll Leo 34 24 Central Noble Leo 30 43 Bishop Dwenger Leo 42 32 Heritage Leo 29 47 New Haven Leo 36 37 Lakeland Leo 43 38 Southern Wells season 4-14 VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL, (front row): Manager Dan Crick, Travis Jacquay, Todd Bennett, Chris Neuhouser, Doug Lake, Jason Sauder, Manager Alicia Donley, (back row): Coach Don Carey, Dan Eastes, Jeff Kimbel, Daryl McConnell, Sean Lewis, Nate Shade, Joe Stueipe, Coach Nate Ev- ans. Both the boys ' basketball teams had high hopes for the season. A record doesn ' t show the whole story, even though it was a not-so-good season. Spirit ran high with the Varsity and Reserve Boys ' Basketball Teams. After exhausting basketball practices there was still team- work to be done and still edu- cational expectations to live up to. Yet, nothing seemed to be able to weaken the boys; they continuously struggled for im- provement, in games the fight sometimes seemed to be lost, but the players never gave up hustling and always tried to play to their potential. Although we were a very in- experienced ball club this year, I felt that the players handled themselves very well and gained a lot of experience throughout the season, stated Coach Don Carey. The boys ' never-ending be- lief in their abilities to gain an- other win resulted in double overtime against the Garrett Railroaders, who later became Sectional Champs. It was there- fore nearly a win for the Lions only losing by 64 to 66. For the Varsity Boys there were individual highlights in the season. Daryl McConnell made the All Conference Team, while Jeff Kimbel re- ceived Honorable Mention. At Leo ' s Basketball Banquet Daryl McConnell also received Most Rebounds Award and Jeff Kim- bel the Best Free Throws, while Most Assists Man was Joe Stueipe. It was a year where much im- provement was gained, and the players got ready for their next season. We paid our dues this year — watch out for us next year, Coach Carey said. The reserve team had a rough season. Although they lost fourteen games, six of those matches were lost by only three points. Coach Nate Evans comment- ed, A couple of breaks in those six games could have giv- en us a winning record. Even though it also was a sea- son with few wins, the players never seemed affected by it but always kept on going showing an unbeatable spirit. — Jorgen Knudsen 64 High School Boys ' Basketball After a struggle to get through Central Noble ' s defense, senior Daryl McConnell shoots for two points. During a fesJ break following an intensive run, senior Jeff Kimbel reaches incredible heights adding to Leo ' s score. RESERVE BOYS ' BASKETBALL, (front row): Manager Dan Crick, Tim Dini, Matt Moreau, Scott Lothamer, Mitch Dela- grange, Tim Shaw, (back row): Coach Nate Evans, Mike Sertoli, Lance Chrisman, Keith Neuman, Joe Dye, Monte Lengacher. High School Boys ' Basketball VARSITY GIRLS ' BASKETBALL Leo 31 - 34 North Side Leo 46 — 44 Hamilton Leo 37 — 43 New Haven Leo 41 — 48 Prairie Heights Leo 66 — 36 Southern Wells . . Leo 55 - 40 Eastside H Leo 47 — 56 Heritage ■ Leo 30 — 43 Norwell ■ Leo 63 — 52 Garrett fc Leo 42 — 44 Woodlan Leo 25 - 65 DeKalb Leo 52 — 56 Churubusco Leo Leo 49 - 39 Adams Central 47 — 29 Carroll Leo 66 - 43 Churubusco • Leo 42 - 52 Carroll Leo 44 - 59 Columbia City Leo 31 - 52 South Side season: 7-11 RESERVE GIRLS ' BASKETBALL | Leo 27 _ 40 Northside Leo 11 — 30 Hamilton Leo 14 — 31 New Haven Leo 12 — 36 Prairie Heights Leo 21 — 15 Southern Wells Leo 30 — 22 Eastside Leo 18 — 24 Heritage Leo 17 — 39 Norwell Leo 29 — 42 Woodlan Leo 16 — 20 Garrett Leo 22 — 38 DeKalb Leo 25 — 8 Churubusco Leo 16 — 26 Adams Central Leo 15 — 29 Carroll Leo 15 — 52 Columbia City Leo 22 - 40 South Side eason 3-13 Trying to gain possession of the ball, Leo player Julie Hosier sprawls on the floor during a home game against Carroll. Never Quitting Although the girls had a rough season, they never gave up. Both the Varsity and Reserve Girls ' Basketball Teams worked hard to reach their potentials. Reserve coach Teri Delagrange said, I feel that the team could have played more effectively. They were better than their re- cord shows. Our record was a disap- pointment, but the team worked hard, added Jamie Kimbel, a reserve player. The varsity team had a rough season. For example, the girls were down 18 points against Woodlan and tied the game with 7 seconds to go, losing on a tip in. They were down 10 points against Hamilton and they won. The varsity team, therefore, tied for fourth place in the Allen County Athletic Conference. The reserve team also had a difficult season. Even though the girls played well in the Heritage game, they lost by 6 points in the last minute. For a second year, sopho- more Amy Neuhouser made All Conference for the varsity team. Paula Smead, also a soph- omore received an Honorable Mention in the ACAC. Shana Burns was voted Most Valuable Player for the reserve team, with Beth Fogle named the Most Improved Reserve Player. A good trademark of this year ' s team is that they are not quitters, said Mr. Hey, the var- sity coach. As individuals and as a team we were not consis- tent enough to be game win- ners. The girls did gain a lot of experience, and they have a strong foundation of players returning next season. — Amy Karst pholo by Jane Reece vz Varsity And Reserve Girls Basketball VARSITY GIRLS ' BASKETBALL, (front row): Paula Smead, Shana Burns, Renee Rhoades, Patty Hursh, Amy Neu houser, Manager Cindy Kissner. (back row): Man- ager Joelle Gerardot, Tami Witt, Julie Ho- sier, Angie Blake, Rachel Gehring, Kelly Klopfenstein, Coach Mike Hey. RESERVE GIRLS ' BASKETBALL, (front row): Stacy Evans, Shana Burns, Trista Hol- wager, Jamie Kimbel, Deanna Dilley, Ron- da Caswell, (back row): Danielle Duch, Beth Fogle, Rita Vorndran, Rachel Gehr- ing, Jenni Wells, Vicki Grayless, Coach Teri Delagrange. Preparing to pull down a rebound, senior Julie Hosier eagerly waits during the Car- roll Game. During a home gamp with Carroll, Amy Neuhouser shoots after gaining a rebound. High School Girls Basketball 67 mm wmm FRESHMAN BOYS ' BASKETBALL Leo 33 _ 43 Bishop Dwenger Leo 32 — 51 Heritage Leo 25 — 58 Churubusco Leo 33 — 58 Carroll Leo 42 — 52 Eastside Leo 24 — 62 DeKalb Leo 28 — 59 New Haven Leo 35 — 63 Woodlan Leo 38 — 54 Heritage Leo 20 — 34 Carroll Leo 18 — 30 Garrett Leo 34 — 49 Angola season 0-12 EIGHTH GRADE BOYS ' BASKETBALL Leo 12 - 34 Angola Leo 20 — 48 New Haven Leo 15 - 49 Huntertown Leo 20 — 31 Village Woods Leo 17 — 36 Churubusco Leo 27 — 41 Eastside Leo 26 — 38 Perry Hill Leo 15 - 45 DeKalb Leo 36 — 39 Heritage Leo 22 - 31 Garrett Leo 26 - 34 Woodlan Leo 32 - 45 Churubusco eason 0-12 SEVENTH GRADE BOYS ' | BASKETBALL 1 Leo 32 — 40 Angola Leo 29 - 41 New Haven Leo 33 - 35 Huntertown Leo 39 - 40 Village Woods Leo 33 - 32 Churubusco Leo 28 - 26 Eastside Leo 32 - 38 Perry Hill Leo 27 - 53 DeKalb Leo 45 — 38 Heritage Leo 29 - 39 Garrett Leo 30 - 25 Woodlan Leo 34 - 23 Churubusco Leo 37 — 48 Woodlan season : 5-8 SEVENTH GRADE BOYS ' BASKETBALL. (front row): Eric Bauer, Steven Evans, Tom Bates, Chad Grieser, Erik Stelle, Chris Mo- reau. Manager Matt Blotkamp. (back row): Coach Hal Lehman, Rob Divelbiss, Chris Reidy, Ryan VanLue, Kris McNiece, Jason McKee, Dana Miller, Jeff Roach. iTough Season Winning was not everything — improvement as well as enjoyment meant more. The Junior High Boys ' Basketball Coaches, along with the Freshman Boys ' Basketball Coaches, put their efforts into Improving the abilities of the teams, it didn ' t always suc- ceed on the court, where the teams were running against the wind, but the players hustled. Improving had taken hard work from the players on the Freshman Team. Because of losing th ree players, Mike Bertoli, Tim Shaw, and Mark Ackley, to the varsity and Reserve teams, tough odds had to be overcome. In the middle of the season, Tim McNiece, another strong player, became unable to play because of a broken arm. Because of our unlucky season, I tried not to put stress on the play- ers at practice. Instead, they got plenty of playing time, which helped them improve a great deal, said Freshman Coach Roger Voirol. The Eighth Grade Team was also invluenced by unfavorable sur- prises. Almost every game players were ineligible to play; replace- ments were needed. Though we didn ' t win any games, the boys improved. They will contribute to the rebuilding of ' Lion Pride ' , Eighth Grade Coach Mark Schlatter said. For the Seventh Grade Team, the season was an improving one. The team won three of its last five games, finishing as runner-up in the Allen County Athletic Confer- ence Tournament. The team accomplished far more than the record shows; there will be exciting years ahead for this group of players, said Seventh Grade Coach FHal Lehman. They have the makings of a group of winners. The season ended with the giv- ing out of awards. On the Seventh Grade Team, Ryan VanLue was Most Valuable Player, Chad Grieser was Most Improved Player, and Tom Bates received the FHustle Award. Most Valuable Player on the Eighth Grade Team was Jamie Grunden. On the Freshman Team two players were given the award: Rob Cook and Tim McNiece, while the Most Improved Players were Dave Detwiler and Jeff Arnold. It was an improving season for all of these teams. Even more impor- tantly, the players as well as the coaches had fun on the basketball court. Nothing could take away their spirit in basketball. — Jorgen Knudsen 7L SB Jr. High Boys ' Basketball photo by Paul Newberg IrSIvS Ijmt 22l|s4H4a34 ' • ■ 40 20 ¥ pf iHi Hn if!K!fflOS«..jC k A FRESHMAN BOYS ' BASKETBALL, (front row): Manager Mark Linker, Scott Ham- man, Tim McNiece, Robby Cook, Jason Cook, Manager Jason Richards, (back row); Dan Orr, Kirk Fitzgerald, David Detwiler, Joe Ridderheim, Jeff Arnold, Brad Carnes, Coach Roger Voirol. The players are carefully listening, as Coach Hal Lehman is planning his team ' s strategy for gaining a win. First to reach the basket, eighth grader Gary Smith sends the ball on its way for two more points. photo by Dave Castafor EIGHTH GRADE BOYS ' BASKETBALL. (front row): Manager Tom Eubank, Ferdie Jones, Ryan Lewis, Shawn Bennett, Matt Lake, Jared Shaw, Jason Hanna, Craig Du- bea. (back row): Coach Mark Schlatter, Wally Hammons, Doug Stuckey, Gary Smith, Charlie Larrance, Phil Sailer, Jeff McKee, Jamie Grunden. Jr. High Boys ' Basketball 69 XY SEVENTH GRADE GIRLS ' BASKETBALL. (front row): Manager Jennifer Wilson, Kar- la Kochersperger, Stacey Scherer, Lori Beck, Kim Stuckey, Manager Aimee Hiler. (second row): Staci Kaylor, Amy Lothamer, Shannon Keesler, Tami Crossgrove, Aimee McMahan. (back row): Ginny Clay, Dawn Cook, Coach Julie Pardinek, Michelle Swartz, Holly Stuckey. EIGHTH GRADE GIRLS ' BASKETBALL. (front row): Manager Carolyn Seeling, An- gle Kurtz, Traci Shafer, Heidi Heath, Laura Miller, Manager Brandy Howey. (second row): Leslie Huber, Andrea Robinson, Amy Amstutz, Meg Cass, Carey Roth, (back row): Coach Kirk Clark, Jenny Klopfen- stein, Julie Jennings, Shanna Hormann, Dianne McConnell, Tami Kitchen, Man- ager Lori Gaul. SEVENTH GIRLS ' BASKETBALL Leo 1-10 Perry Hill Leo 22-28 Village Woods Leo 5-19 Huntertown Leo 10-36 New Haven Leo 14-19 Churubusco Leo 15-12 Heritage Leo 9-18 Woodside Leo 4-36 Woodlan season: 1-7 EIGHTH GIRLS ' BASKETBALL 1 Leo 31-13 Perry Hill Leo 17-27 Village Woods Leo 15-22 Huntertown Leo 23-16 New Haven Leo 20-19 Ft. Wayne Christ. Leo 31-25 Churubusco Leo 37-24 Heritage Leo 29-35 Woodside Leo 17-31 Holy Cross Leo 28-23 Woodlan season: 6-4 1 photo by Dawn Oliver While seventh grade player. Holly Stuckey, blocks her opponent. Dawn Cook prepares to throw the ball to a team- mate. 71 70 Jr. High Girls ' Basketball Spirit G n Win After a successful season, eighth graders set a standard for the seventh grade to follow. Time and time again, at prac- tice and at games, words like dribble, jump, and shoot were often heard. Teammates sitting on the sidelines cheered their team on. The Junior High Girls ' Bas- ketball Teams may not have had as many fans at their games as the Varsity Team had, but as for spirit they had more than enough. Supporting each other through the good times and the bad times, these girls made up for the lost fans. The players had wonderful enthusiasm. They never lost their spirit, said Coach Julie Pardinek. it was a delight to coach a team that had such a good attitude. The Seventh Grade Team en- tered the season with limited skills. Even though they ended up with a low record, the girls showed improvement with ev- ery game. The junior high teams both had three awards presented: Most Valuable, Most Improved, and Best Attitude. For the Sev- enth Grade Team, Amy Loth- amer was awarded Most Valu- able Player, Holly Stuckey was awarded Most Improved Play- er, and Kim Stuckey was award- ed Best Attitude. For the Eighth Grade Team, Angle Kurtz was awarded Most Valuable Player, Jenny Klopfen- stein was awarded Most Im- proved Player, and Carey Roth was awarded Best Attitude. The Eighth Grade Team had a tremendous victory at the end of their season. They won the Allen County Athletic Confer- ence championship title for the second year in a row. These young ladies prob- ably have the most talent that Leo High School has seen in quite some time, and I am an- ticipating big results from them in the future, commented Coach Kirk Clark. Even though these girls were in junior high, they still accom- plished a high goal. Spirit and teamwork were two great ad- vantages these girls had going for them. — Kris Straughn Giving the learn a pep talk during half- time, Julie Pardinek tries to keep the team ' s spirits up for the rest of the game. photos by Dawn Oliver While two Leo players hustle for the re- bound. Amy McMahan outreaches her teammate. Jr. High Girls ' Basketball A 77 JR. HIGH WRESTLING: (front row); Chad Crieser, )ett Hampton, Bruce Lantz, Mark Hamman, Jeff Roach, Tom Ream, Tom Bates, Manager John Storey. (2nd row); Eric Bauer, Mat Pocock, Eric Kretler, Doug Minich, Jerad Hartman, Frank Bryan, Chipp Dunn. (3rd row); Trevor Hunting- ton, Craig Dubea, Jamie Grunden, Ryan VanLue, Jason McKee, Joe Worman, Tom Eubank. (4th row); Steve Moss, Brad Kurtz, Matt Fulk, Scott Blotkamp, Bobby Roberts, Charles Larrance, Coach Bill Kerbel. HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING, (front row); Paul Lash, Brad Frederick, Brad Coolman, Jeff Zink, Jess Zink. (2nd row); Dave Wert- man, Rick Busch, Shane Blotkamp, John Fipp, Manager Roger Collins, Statistician Kevin Kreilach, Aaron VanLue. (back row); Jeff Kroemer, Dan Dubea, Jody Grunden, Bob Fipp, Jerry Lothamer, Coach Bill Ker- bel. Adding to the team score. Brad Coolman is announced winner of the match. photo by Pam Alwine 7Z 72 Wrestling Reaching Up The Junior High and High School Wrestlers completed another great season. Both the junior high and high school wrestling teams worked hard to reach success. Tournaments and confer- ences reflected a great year for the high school team. As evi- dence of their success, they placed third in the Woodlan Tournament and fifth in the Adams Central Tournament. Brad Coolman, Brad Frederick, and Jess Zink went to the Allen County Athletic Conference Match and placed second. Those players along with Jody Grunden and Jeff Zink placed third as a team at Sectionals. At Regionals Brad Fredrick and Jess Zink placed fourth. Repre- senting the team, they placed fifteenth out of the sixty-one schools in the semi-state. The high school wrestlers were not the only ones to re- ceive awards; the junior high did well also. All around Leo winner in ACAC and the junior high ' s Most Valuable Player, Jamie Grunden, pinned his first op- ponent in thirty-three seconds. FHis final opponent proved to be more of a struggle, but Jamie pinned him in one minute and thirty-eight seconds. Summing up the season. Bill Kerbel, coach of both teams commented, It has been an enjoyble season because all of the wrestlers worked hard to make it a success. — Amy Karst JR. HIGH WRESTLING Leo 32 39 New Haven Leo 39 65 Woodside Leo 44 24 Garrett Leo 30 54 Eastside Leo 37 34 Woodlan Leo 103 40 Heritage Leo 52 25 Churubusco Leo 80 61 season: DeKalb 5-3 HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING - Leo 43 30 Eastside Leo 30 38 Adams Central Leo 33 37 New Haven Leo 29 28 Carroll Leo 39 28 Garrett Leo 46 31 Heritage Leo 55 9 Churubusco Leo 33 36 Norwell Leo 37 29 Elmhurst Leo 39 36 Woodlan Leo 52 21 Angola Leo 51 21 Bishop Luers Leo 33 36 DeKalb season ; 9-4 Requiring all his strength, Aaron VanLue struggles to gain the superior position. Advice and encouragement from Coach Bill Kerbel is important for senior Jess Zink to gain another victory. Wrestling 73 X IR. HIGH GYMNASTICS, (front row) Manager Karia Kochersperger, Denise Beyeler, Katheryn Culbertson, Teresa Koons, Shawn Parisot, Jeni Shaw, Dusty Dellinger, Cenea Ross, Manager Rachelle Davis. {2nd row): Jenifer Stueipe, Paulma Grunden, Tamra Crossgrove, Kayle Brown, Andrea Jamison, Sarah Fipp, Shannon Keesler, Kristine Healy, Heidi Strasser. (back row): Manager Jennifer Witt, Jenni- fer Orr, Kathleen Sutton, Lisa Meyer, Am- ber Firman, Jennifer Bollier, Christa Pence, Tracey Boward, Coach Mick Wellin. HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS, (front row): Manager Ann Korte, Christi Meyer, Robyn Harris, Michelle Rhoades, Erica Nixon, Manager Rhonda Crowe, (back row): LaDena Keller, Paula Kitzmiller, Beth Witte, Coach Mick Wellin, Coach Ron Du- bach, Coach Karen Butt, Karen Witte, Amy Miller. Waiting for le rturn to perform, some of the high school team members find time to relax. photo by jo Hobson VI 74 Gymnastics Tumbling Tots To Talented Teens Many years of gymnastic lessons paid dividends for the girls on tiie gymnastic teams. From the time they were young, many of the gymnasts had practiced at various places. Through taking lessons, the youngsters gained confidence in their abilities in gymnastics as well as in themselves. Most of these tumbling tots have grown up to become members on Leo ' s gymnastics teams. These lessons paid off for the girls, and for Leo as well. For example, the most Valu- able Gymnast on the high school level, Michelle Rhoades, took gymnastic lessons at Gym- nastics Unlimited from age five through eight. Amy Miller, who is another key member of the team, took lessons from both G.U. and the Academy of Gymnastics. Later both of these girls, like many of the other members, took lessons from the older gymnasts at Leo ' s summer lessons. I think that they (gymnastic lessons) have helped a great deal because I got a chance to learn things at an early age, commented freshman Michelle Rhoades. Having a new coach had brought changes, the practices were much tougher than last year ' s. Mr. Ron Dubach, the high school coach, made the team do things that were very different from what they were used to. Practices this year were much harder. It was probably because he used to coach boys. but he knew a lot about gym- nastics and he really helped us during the season, said junior Dina Stovall. There were many highlights for the high school team. Win- ning the Allen County Athletic Conference, coming in second in the Sectional, and sending four girls to Regionals were just a few. Paula Kitzmiller, Mi- chelle Rhoades, and Erica Nix- on were named All-Confer- ence while Dina Stovall was named the team ' s Most Im- proved gymnast. We are very optimistic about coming seasons and are beginning an aggressive out-of- season program to meet next season ' s goals, said Coach Ron Dubach. For the junior high teams, the season was perfect. Neither team lost a meet. The Best Atti- tude Award was given to Heidi Strasser and the Most Im- proved Award went to Sarah Fipp. The various awards and achievements of the high school team and the perfect season of the junior high teams proved the value of the lessons taken when the gymnasts were young. Not only had this early training helped the girls phys- ically, but the lessons gave them the ability and the deter- mination to pull through the season. — Mary Minich HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS Leo 82.95 48.1 Carroll Leo 80.95 88.0 Snider Leo 91.8 81.65 Dwenger Leo 85.5 50.35 Harding Leo 93.8 76.8 Heritage Leo 56.5 89.6 Northrop Leo 88.6 91.6 Norwell 87.75 New Haven Leo 90.7 91.35 North Leo 91.1 92.6 Dekalb Leo 94.2 90.65 East Noble season 6-5 JR. HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS | Leo 105.65 85.80 New Haven Leo 96.9 86.5 Perry Hill Leo 100.1 97.4 Woodside Leo 115.1 83.8 Heritage Leo 108.3 93.8 Huntertown season: 5- JR. HIGH RESERVE GYMNASTICS 1 Leo 98.3 42.1 New Haven Leo 84.7 30.1 Perry Hill Leo 89.8 76.9 Woodside Leo 97.2 47.1 Heritage Leo 93.1 79.4 Huntertown season: 5 -0 photo by lo Hob Showing grace as well as strength in her routine, junior Paula Kitzmiller performs on the balance beam — one of the most difficult apparatuses for the gymnast. Gymnastics 75 mmm photo by Kris Straughn Paying close attention to the Leo runner, CoachTom Steinhauser, Coach Ron Du- bach, and Keith Neuman await the out- come of the race. JUNIOR HIGH BOYS ' TRACK Leo 55-53 Garrett 1 Leo 65-44 Woodlan Leo 58-51 Churubusco Leo 62-47 Perry Hill Leo 47-62 Huntertown season 4-1 VARSITY BOYS ' TRACK Leo 81-46 Garrett Leo 35-51 DeKalb 73 East Noble Leo 43-84 Carroll Leo 50-36 Churubusco Leo 34-88 Angola Leo 44-82 Woodlan Leo 6th Angola Relays Leo 4th Heritage relays Leo 4th Homestead Relays Leo 5th Woodlan Relays season: 2-4 Despite a taped leg, state qualifier Jeff Kimbel clears the hurdle and goes on to win the 300 meter low hurdles, at the Mid- west Meet of Champions. Z 76 Boys ' Track Hiahs Su Lows There were highs and lows in every season of every sport. There would be outstanding athletes, yet the team as a whole would not have an out- standing season. Such was the case with the Boys ' Varsity Track Team. Jeff Kimbel, who ran the 400m. relay, 110m. and 300m. hurdles, came in second at state; however, even with this many wins the team only won two meets. At the Letterwin- ners Banquet, Jeff Kimbel re- ceived the Most Valuable Run- ner Award, while Keith New- man,Travis Jacquay and Bob Clark received Notable Im- provement Awards. As the season ended, the guys had endured the cold and windy practices, Mr. Stein- hauser ' s whistle, Mr. Dubach ' s stopwatch, and Mr. Bearman ' s weightroom workouts. There was no such thing as a blow-off practice or an athlete who didn ' t give his all. There were things like blisters, shin-splints, cramps, sprains, and strains that each athlete could relate too. There was also the exhaustion that came from dedication and determination to the sport. Track was the kind of sport that required a lot of work, but re- ceived little recognition for ef- fort. A very long season ended with many people feeling good about what they had accom- plished. Being able to show their best to others was en- couraging. These feelings were deserved by every sprinter, shot putter, distance runner and pole vaulter who did his best throughout the season. — Kris Straughn — Celeste Schaefer Concentrating on hisiorm, Travis Jacquay prepares to release the discus into the air. a ■ ' • M VARSITY BOYS ' TRACK, (front row): Joe Fipp, Norman McCann, Jim Yankosky, Todd Roberts, John Hartman, Dan Dubea, Paul Minier. (second row): Ray Workinger, Dain Bufe, Travis Jacquay, Chris Cox, Keith Neuman, Tony Hampton, Marc Vendrely, Bob Clark, (back row): Coach Ron Dubach, Coach Tom Steinhauser, Shane Blotkamp, Jeff Kimbel, Jay Kimes, Fred Webb, Jorgen Knudsen, Coach Mike Bearman. JUNIOR HIGH BOYS ' TRACK, (front row): Mike Roy, Jeff Hampton, Eric Bauer, Erik Stelle, Dan Hayes, Jason Brimnner, Chip Dunn, Rob Divelbiss. (second row): Chad Kasper, Tom Bates, Craig Dubea, Ryan VanLue, Steve Evans, Jason McKee, Mike Dresner, (third row): Coach Jim Schneider, Mike Klopfenstein, Charlie Lar- ance, Bobby Roberts, Gary Smith, Jeff McKee, Colby Prough, Joe Worman, Coach Nate Evans. Boys ' Track 77 JR. HIGH TRACK Leo 59-41 Garrett Leo 46-54 Woodlan Leo 43-57 Churubusco Leo 69-31 Perry Hill Leo 37-63 Huntertown season 2-3 Higbjump, one of hc more difficult field events, appears easy when attempted by junior April Minnick. HIGH SCHOOL TRACK 1 Leo 51-57 Garrett Leo 41-68 New Haven Leo 70-39 East Noble Leo 37-72 Carroll Leo 40-69 Angola Leo 42-67 Woodlan season: 1-5 f ' Stickiness Pays Off The sticking together of both girls track teams brought them through another tough season Stark terror. Blood pound- ing, adrenaline flowing, the mind working double-time, the runner jittered up to the start- ing line. Barely acknowledging her opponents, she slipped off her sweats — there was no turning back. After what seemed like a lifetime, the starter bellowed, On your mark! The racer began to wonder why she wanted to run around a track when she could have been home munching po- tato chips and watching a soap. Get set! Her stomach had just done a 180° turn and her mouth went completely dry. Go! With a blur of color, the race began. To all of the racers, running was a pleasure. Some may have run for their health or possibly their love for the chase. But, one thing was for sure, win or lose, the team had to stick to- gether. The High School and Junior High Girls ' Track Teams were two of those stick-togeth- er teams, and for that they were successful. The high school team had a winning, though losing season: not winning many actual meets, but succeeding in other ways. April Minnick, Heather Hun- tington, and Tami Witt all broke school records and by doing so, boosted the team ' s morale. Possibly the team ' s highest point was beating East Noble by an overwhelming 70- 39. The team was exceptional to work with this year. They were a lot of fun as well as per- sonally successful, comment- ed Coach Ann Linson when asked about the team. The high school team wasn ' t the only team with great per- sonal achievements. Some of the junior high team members had great accomplishments. Shana Hermann placed first in shot put at the ACAC meet. Jenny Orr placed second in the 800 meter relay along with Meg Cass, Jenny Bollier and Amber Firman. When asked about the team, Coach Kevin Jehl said, Many girls participated and saw ac- tion in the meets. This is a good way for junior high girls to gain experience. Both teams proved that stick- ing together was what made the improvement. They may not have won in the record book, but they won in numer- ous other ways. — Mary Minich Loosening up before a home meet, the varsity team members run a warm up lap tofjether before they enter their individual events. ' l Girls ' Track ?. HIGH TRACK, (front row): Pam Witmer, Sarah Fipp, Tundc Busch, Jodi Kelley, Shawn Parisot, Heidi Strasscr, Jen Stuelpe. (2nd row): Kathy Sutton, Jenny Orr, Heather Livingston, Andrea Robin- son, Angie Kurtz, Lori Beck, Nicola Living- ston, Paula Collins. (3rd row): Jeni Len- gacher, Tracy Schaefer, Lisa Meyer, Dana DeWitt, Jennifer Hayes, Anna Jackson, Heidi Heath, Meg Cass, Carey Roth, Amy Lothamer, Kayle Brown, Ginny Clay, (back row): Jennifer Wilson, Amy Amstutz, Jenny Saum, Amber Firman, Jenny Bollier, Dianne McConnell, Shana Hormann, Stephanie Vorndran, Aimee Hiler, Tami Kitchen, Christa Pence, Holly Stuckey, Laura Premer, Coach Ruth Lebzelter, Coach Kevin Jehl. HIGH SCHOOL TRACK, (front row): Mi- chelle Bachinsky, Amy McDaniel, Pam Al- wine, Deanna Dilley, Yavonne Franks, Cheryl Cartwright, Amy Clay, Heather Huntington. (2nd row): Kris Sivits, Sally Ev- ans, Stacey Evans, Celeste Schaefer, April Minnick, Tami Witt, Erin Barker. (3rd row); Manager Julie Bonta, Manager Rhonda Crowe, Lori Wilson, LaDena Keller, Megan Prough, Robin Snidle, Jenny Swoveland, Jami Kimbel. (Back row): Dawn Coleman, Lisa Peters, Cindy VanDolah, Frances Gee, Shana Burns, Danielle Duch, Paula Smead, Coach Ann Linson, Coach jack Larimer. photo by Kim Sanderson Girls ' Track X i BO ' iS ' GOLF ■ Leo 214-174 Concordia i Leo 194-195 Garrett Leo 203-173 Dwengcr Leo 184-168 Carroll Leo 197-170 DeKalb Leo 184-174 Snider Leo 173-191 Blackhawk Leo 179-176 Angola Leo 166-134 Churubusco Leo 183-177 Woodlan Leo 174-176 South Side Leo 188-174 New Haven Leo 174-153 season Harding 4-10 GIRLS TENNIS Leo 1-4 Adams Central Leo 2-3 Wayne Leo 2-3 DeKalb Leo 4-1 Harding Leo 2-3 Northrop Leo 1-4 Norwell Leo 0-5 Angola Leo 2-3 East Noble Leo 3-2 Columbia City Leo 0-5 Carroll Leo 0-3 North Side Leo RO Snider Leo RO Elmhurst Leo 2-3 New Haven season 2-10 photo by Chris Nnihnusrr Concentrating on driving the baW lowardi The determined look came to Rcann the green, Brad Frederick begins his swing, Panchcv ' s face while she was trying to re- turn the serve to her opponent. 71 80 Golf Tennis Knov One ' s Gaining experience, or improving form- er skills were the teams main goals. For some, it wasn ' t talent that they lacked, only exper- ience. For other it was taking their already gained exper- ience and perfecting it. For the tennis team, it was A year of building doubles teams and strengthening the singles, said the girls ' coach Judy Davis. As an example, at the DeKalb Invitational Lisa Yoder, Dina Stovall, Vicki Grayless all came in second. Also, Lisa Land, Reann Pan- chev. Amy Neuhouser, and Christi Meyer all came in fourth. The golf team was proud of their season according to their coach, Mr. Don Carey. We won two more matches than last year. Also we fin- ished sixth at ACAC, he said. The tennis team voted Lisa Yoder the Most Valuable Player and Lisa Land received the Most Improved Player Award. In golf. Brad Freder- ick received the Most Valu- able Award. Both teams learned that being new at a sport, one cannot expect to win at first, a person has to pay his or her dues. The teams practiced, played other teams, and gained the experience nec- essary to become better players. _ my Karst photo by Paul Nowbcrg GIRLS ' TBNMIS. (front row): Trista Hol- wager, Tracy Busch, Reann Panchev, Stephanie Combs, Cenny Jones, Lisa Yoder, Dina Stovall, Susan Mancini. (back row); Coach Judy Davis, Vicki Grayless, Amy Neuhouser, Lisa Land, Tammy Lake, Beth Fogle, Melanie Brandt, Christi Meyer, Beth Craig. BOYS ' GOLF, (front row): Rick Busch, Trent Mosier, Jason Kite, Jim Seffrin, Scott Bu tler, (back row): Coach Don Carey, Doug Sanders, Brad Frederick, David Alex- ander, Mike Hetrick, Paul Newberg. Golf Tenn u ]i HHM| Bi B HHBBi II photos by Sam Cordon Waiting for theirlurn to play, some of the varsity team members watch the game. One member of the pitching staff, Todd Bennett, winds up for a pitch. BASEBALL Leo 5- 4 Hamilton Leo 2- 12 Harding Leo 3- 7 Garrett Leo 0- 8 DeKalb Leo 8- 2 Southern Wells Leo 13- 8 Southern Wells Leo 1- 2 Eastside Leo 1- Carroll Leo 2- 12 Snider Leo 3- 8 Snider Leo 4- Woodlan Leo 6- 7 Adams Central Leo 1- 10 Churubusco Leo 6- 7 East Nobl e Leo 0- 5 Heritage Leo 3- 2 Heritage Leo 11- B.H. Christian Leo 6- 5 Columbia City Leo 5- 4 Columbia City Loe 3- 4 Norwell Leo 0- 1 Norwell Leo 4- 5 New Haven Leo 2- 4 Angola Leo 3- 2 North Sid e Leo 0- 11 DeKalb season: 9-16 7A 82 Baseball r tgBM The pitching proved to be a great asset to the team. Strike two! yelled the um- pire from behind the plate. Standing on the mound, the pitcher thought of what had to be done. Quickly looking at the men on base, he prepared for the pitch. With great concen- tration he began the smooth, graceful windup. His arm cut through the air and the ball then whirred toward the plate. In a split decision, the umpire hollered, Strike three, you ' re out! For Leo ' s team, pitching was what kept the team together. The pitchers got the team through every play and helped them into the next one. Coach Mike Hey comment- ed, Our pitchers were our strong points of the year. Sean Lewis, Nate Shade, Tim Dini, and Todd Bennett all kept us in each game. The team had awards given out at the end of the year. Sean Lewis was named All Confer- ence for the short stop posi- tion. He also received the awards for the most RBI ' s the lowest pitching ERA, and, along with Nate Shade, got the most wins for a pitcher. Six of the team members had a .300 bat- ting average: Tim Dini, Aaron VanLue, Ed Busche, Sean Lewis, Lance Chrisman, and Gary Laird. Although it was a hard year for the team, it was young and the players gained valuable ex- perience. To sum up the season, Sean Lewis said, It ' s been a frustrat- ing year, but I think it will be a rebuilding season next year. Mary Minich VARSITY BASEBALL, (front row): Scott Lothamer, Chris Neuhouser, Doug Lake, Tim McNiece, Tim Shaw. (2nd row); Manager Jamie Fuller, Aaron VanLue, Lance Chrisman, Tim Dini, Nick Kitchen, Manager Sam Gordon, (back row): Coach Kirk Clark, Joe Stueipe, Todd Bennett, Ed Busche, Sean Lewis, Gary Laird, Nate Shade, Coach Mike Hey. RESERVE BASEBALL, (front row): Scott Lothamer, Tim McNiece, Tim Shaw, Dave Wertman, Kirk Fitzgerald, (back row): Joe Stueipe, Dan Roman, Rob Bastian, Troy Smith, Tim Dini, Coach Kirk Clark. hv Laid Mcrcdilh Stepping up to the plate, Coach Hey pre- pares to hit some practice balls to the team. Baseball 83 X Entertaining crowds and encouraging players were all in the line of duty for the Drill Squad and Matmaids. A different kind of cheer- leaders were the Drill Squad and Matmaids. These girls did some of the same things as cheerleaders, but in a different way. The Drill Squad performed routines during halftime at the home football and basketball games. The girls also performed at Grabill Days, the Auburn Pa- rade, and at Cedar Point. These routines were made up by the girls and perfected with the help of their sponsor. Miss Mary Schrein. Many hours of hard work were put into these performances. Because of the small num- bers in the individual groups of flags and poms, they had to combine the two. Miss Schrein commented that The girls were very good about adapting to that change. The Matmaids had many du- ties to fulfull also. They set up for the wrestling meets and cleaned up afterwards. During the meets, they handed out or- anges, the guys ' sweats, and cheered them on to victory. At the end of the meets the girls got to hand out ribbons to the winners. Throughout the season, the girls sold ads for the roster book and M M ' s. The money raised from these sales was used for the wrestlers feast at the end of the season. All of these girls helped to raise the spirits of the players and of the fans. They did their duties, and they were proud of their accomplishments. — Amy Karst with smiles on their faces, the Drill Squad performs a lively routine at halftime. photos by Amy McDaniel During lialftime the Drill Squad performs a pom routine for the fans.  - 71 84 Drill Squad Matmaids photo by Amy McDaniel Drill Squad members show their versatility by working with flags during a home game. DRILL SQUAD, (front row): Rhonda Wan- nemaker, Debbie Peters, Joyia Morgan, Cindy Rayl, Melany Moorehead, Sponsor Mary Schrein. (back row): Jennifer Rayl, Phuong Huynh, Meaghan Ritchey, Jo Hob- son, Pam Alwine, Allison Keller, (not pic- tured): Joelle Cerardot. MATMAIDS. (front row): Jodie Halt, Mary Pfister, Melanie Brandt, Missy Sutton, Jen- nifer Richards, Jo Hobson, Pam Alwine. (not pictured): Amy Clay, Angy Nixon. photos by Jo Hobson Matmaids Drill Squad 85 XV Varsity cheerealders Dina Stovall and Bob Clark take time out from cheering to pose for a picture. EIGHTH GRADE CHEERLEADERS. Jenifer Stueipe, Jenni Bollier, Amber Firman, Les- lie Huber, Jeni Lengacher, Lisa Meyer. SEVENTH GRADE CHEERLEADERS, (bot- tom); Candy Snelling, Tunde Busch. (mid- dle): Kayle Brown, Christa York, (top row): Jody Kelley. 7Z 86 Cheerleading Cheerleading required not only time but a good attitude and lots of effort. whether winning or losing, basketball or football, the 1985- 86 Lion cheerleaders were dedicated to the cause. From childhood gymnastics classes and the many long hours of practices, to junior and senior high cheerleading camps and practices, these stu- dents learned to sacrifice their personal time in order to meet the demands and responsibil- ities of being cheerleaders. Hard work and numerous group practice sessions were required to obtain the perfect rhythm necessary to perform the tasks set before them. The cheerleaders ' first prior- ity was to know all routines well. Whether that meant prac- ticing a newly learned cheer or working on precise arm move- ments, the cheerleaders had to be prepared. Cheerleading is a demanding sport, both mentally and phys- ically. I ' ve been a cheerleader since the seventh grade, said Dina Stovall, and even with all the little problems it was still a lot of fun. To me cheerleading was like a job with many responsibil- ities, but it was a job that I en- joyed doing, said senior Bob Clark. The cheerleaders did ever- ything that was expected of them. They fulfilled their posi- tions with an expertise on which they can be commend- ed. — Kris Straughn group photos by Varsity Photos VARSITY CHEERLEADERS, (front row): Tracy Busch, Marie Fogle, Beth Witte, Christi Meyer, (back row): Ed Busche, Aar- on VanLue, Jeff Zink, Tony Hampton, Bob Clark. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS. Lau- rie MacQueen, Renea Miller, Shelly Bark- er, Kelly Neuhouser, Paula Kitzmiller. photo by Dawn Oli High school cheerleaders, Michelle Wearley, Dina Stovall, and Paula Kitzmiller are practicing their favorite cheer for the next game. FRESHMAN CHEERLEADERS. Angela Moore, Kris Sivits, Karen Witte, Jodi Bau- man, Michelle Rhoades. Cheerleading 87 ' Advanced physical education teacher, Mike Hey poses with the bus driver for the trip, after looking at the view of the valley. After a long trip to the Smokey Moun- tains, students pose for a picture before heading to the trails. The advanced physical education classes experienced a variety of adventurous trips When school began in Au- gust, physical education was thought of as running around the track, participating in dif- ferent games ranging from ten- nis to dodgeball, or just playing an easy game of softball on a sunny day. One advantage Leo had over other schools was the four ad- vanced p.e. field trips taken throughout the school year. These trips were definitely fun- filled and packed with adven- ture. They included canoeing, bowling, racquetball, skiing, and mountain climbing. The trips began with canoe- ing in September. Eighty-five students were included in this trip down Pigeon River. This was the sixth year for Leo to take students on this trip. Mr. Hey, Mrs. Manger, Mr. Carey, Mr. Bollier, and Dr. Stueipe ac- companied the students and said they enjoyed it as much as the students did. The canoe trip was one more way to intro- duce students to a lifetime sport. On December 16th, the ad- vanced p.e. classes went on an- other of their yearly field trips. This trip lasted six hours and was composed of bowling at Northcrest Bowling Lanes and racquetball at Summit City Rac- quetball Club. The next trip was the very succssful ski trip to Cannons- burg, Michigan on Thursday, February 20th. 1 had never been skiing and it was quite an experience. I fell a couple of times but I still en- joyed it very much, said Heather Huntington. The purpose of the ski trip was to familiarize students with the art of downhill skiing, and for it to become a regular activ- ity for them. Within two hours after arriving, students were moving from the beginning slope to the more complex slopes. After six hours of thrills and chills, students reluctantly boarded the bus and headed back home to Leo. The stu- dents rated this trip as one of the best trips they had ever been on. But the most memorable trip was the fourth and final one to the Smokey Mountains. On the morning of May 17th, a bus pulled away from the Leo High School parking lot headed for the mountains. It arrived there on Sunday, May 18th, in time for breakfast. The climbing of the Chimney Mtns. began at 10:00 a.m. and ended with a campground dinner. On Mon- day, May 19th, they hiked the Appalachian Trail. They left that night and arrived home in time for school Tuesday morn- ing. It was great watching stu- dents doing something phys- ical, becoming tired, being a lit- tle scared, conquering it, and seeing the satisfaction on their faces, commented Mr. Hey. It was one of the better trips we have ever taken. We had several students who loved it and plan on going back on their own time. When school ended in early June, the thought of their ad- ventures was fresh in their minds as they remembered what a wonderful time they had had. The old thought of p.e. had escaped them and a new had taken its place. — Kris Straughn 7Z Sports Feature photo by 5dm Gordon photo by Mike Hey Taking a break from hiking, the following students pose on the crest: (front row): Tony Hampton, (second row): Ray Wor- kinger, Ronda Caswell, Jennifer Richards, (third row): Dave Roberts, Ann Reece, Heather Huntington, Tracy Mohler, Cindy Kissner. (fourth row): Kerry Grabowski, Dan Roman, Missy Hampton, Jerry Loth- amer, Joyia Morgan, Keith Neuman. These mountain climbing students are taking time out to enjoy the beautiful sce- nery while on the Smokey Mountain field trip. Sports Feature 89 Enjoying the creativity of art class, Deanna Dillev drops her Egg Dropping Device, a contraption made of paper and glue which must keep the egg from breaking, as Eric Montieth, Trista Holwager, and the rest of the class watch on. N Students realized that an education was a necessity for a safe and secure future. The typical school day for most students began with the annoying sound of an alarm clock. It was highly unlikely that the student threw back the covers and sprang out of bed just bursting with eagerness to get ready for school. A more realistic approach would have probably followed along these lines. Firsts the sound of the alarm, followed by a quick smack to the snooze button, and then a groan from a ruffled mess under the covers. Yes, another day began. The purpose of school, as students all knew, was to prepare themselves for the outside world. There were courses to be taken, and numerous tests and papers to contend with. The responsibilities were great, and many times keeping a positive attitude towards grades proved difficult. Activities after school seemed to take prece- dence over studying, or possibly lack of interest or under- standing in a subject discouraged students enough to for- get school and just have fun. Unfortunately, students could not forget school. There was the future to consider — a good job, a steady income. They needed school, the education and the preparations it had to offer. To those who wanted a secure future, self-motivation was a neces- sity. A photo bv jo Hobson While other juniors continued studying their history assignment, Susan Mancini and )ami Carey study their notes together. Academics Division 91 photo by Jo Hobson Mr. A. observes the performers begin- ning the speech tourney at Columbia City. Speech Team, (front row): Mr. Arther- hults, Rick Mishler. (back row): Vicki Gray- less, Lisa Huntington, Kristi Martin, Heather Huntington, Jo Hobson, Pam Al- wine. photo by Mike Hetrick 7 92 Speech Team Rdventures In Speech Students learned to do their own thing, while being a part of the team Noise, laughter, and seriousness — these things were heard by someone attending a speech meet. One might have seen a Leo student being an actor, a poet, or a debator in these tourneys. The Speech Team was a group of stu- dents that competed against peo- ple from other schools. There were several events that students participated in and were evaluat- ed on, such as poetry, drama, hu- mor, duo interpretation, discus- sion, impromptu, and extempora- neous speaking. Speechees competed in discussions which were one hour marathons of po- lite arguments and debate. For impromptu speeches, the com- petitor was given a topic and had thirty seconds to mentally pre- pare a speech and then five min- utes to deliver it. In an extempo- raneous speech, the student was allowed one-half hour to research the topic he was given, fifty words of notes, and seven minutes to present it to the judges. The Speech Team was started five years ago by Mr. Randy Arth- erhults. He tried to get the group together as often as possible, al- though sometimes speechees had to practice with fellow speech members in the car on the way to tourneys. Speech team was a challenge, and that was a challenge we had to take when competing against other schools, commented speech member Vicki Grayless. The members of the Speech Team traveled all over Northern Indiana. Their meets took them to DeKalb, Northrop, Columbia City, and Decatur. The team had also competed twice in state competi- tion. In the last five years Leo has received two trophies, which was no easy task against competitors Heather Huntington and Vicki Grayless show off the awards they received from the Decatur Speech Meet, for radio and poetry competitions. Vicki Grayless performs her newscast for the judges in the final round of the meet. photos by Jo Hobson from much larger schools. The tourneys were judged by coaches and teachers from par- ticipating schools. In an average month the team competed in two tourneys. Each speaker faced at least three rounds of competition during the Saturday speech meets, and the best ones went on to a final round where they, along with the winners from the other rounds, faced three judges. From this hard work and dedication, a speechee could have lettered for his or her involvement. Mr. A best summed it up by saying, Students who compete in speech take with them a self-con- fidence and courage that they could get nowhere else. These students can think on their feet, can adapt to changing situations, and have a built-in pride that is reflected in everything they do. — Traci Knoblauch Speech Team Vv 93 Looking To The Future Learning new skills in business classes helped students in a variety of ways. Typing is no longer a subject pursued by secretaries only. Typ- ing is now referred to as key- boarding, because of the exten- sive use of computers. Beginning keyboarding students, from grades 10-12, did minimal word- processing in addition to learning basic keyboarding skills, letters and a variety of other things. With all the uses of computers, two new classes were offered by the Business Department. These classes were Computer Literacy and Word Processing, taught by Mrs. Linson. The students did their work on Wang computers. A variety of students signed up for this class and felt it was a real chal- lenge. Another keyboarding class offered was Office Practice. This was for students who had already taken a one year course in typing and were reinforcing their skills and learning new ones as well. All of these courses were beneficial because of the increased empha- sis on computer usuage in various areas. Another valuable skill learned in the Business Department was shorthand. There were twelve students enrolled in the class. While shorthand helped students take notes faster, it was also a great advantage for all, since it is a skill that could be used in both the personal and business worlds. Having shorthand skills is useful for someone trying to obtain a secretarial job. There were some other classes available for students interested in the business areas. One such class was General Business, which was an introduction to basic record keeping and accounting. Learning to do payrolls, invoices and taxes was a part of Recordkeeping. Ac- counting was similar and the stu- dents learned to balance check- books and accounts. All these business classes were important in learning necessary skills. These skills and concepts could be used specifically for col- lege bound students, as well as for those thinking of jobs and career opportunities. — Traci Knoblauch 94 IL photo by Mike Hetrick Mrs. Lebrecht, the new typing teacher, works with Eric Montieth on a manuscript. The class reviews reports and tabulations which they had learned first semester. Dawn Miller andTtm Dini listen closely as Mr. Amstutz explains some new material to his Recordkeeping class. Business Laura Brown triesto get her typing speed higher while typing a timed writing during her keyboarding class. Working in tlie Computer Literacy class, Mrs. Linson helps Jill Boyce in writing her computer program. photo by Traci Knoblauch Business 95 fl New Experience choir provided fun and enjoyment for all who participated in many events throughout the year. The range of courses offered by the Music Department gave stu- dents a variety from which to choose. These classes provided a challenge and excitment students could not get in any other class. Swing Choir was a singing and dancing group for which students auditioned. During tryouts stu- dents had to sing a selection, sight read, and they also were tested for voice range and tone. After becoming a member of the Swing Choir, a busy performance sched- ule had to be met. The choir par- ticipated in the annual East Allen County Swing Choir Spectacular, sang at nursing homes, and per- formed for many other organiza- tions and social events during the holiday season. Students in any of the choirs could compete in ISSMA, an en- semble and solo contest, to win plaques or medals, in December all of the choirs got together to present the Yuletide Festival. The Junior High Choir participated in the East Allen County Junior High Choir Festival. The Girls Glee Club, Concert Choir, Junior High Choir, and General Music were the other music classes students could take. Any of these classes gave stu- dents a greater self image, more confidence, and a fun time, Mr. Flick said. Participating in choir gave students a good experience, and they enjoyed themselves in the process. — Julie Yankosky photo by Luke Hottey Mr. Flick directs the Concert Choir in singing Supermarket Menuette during the Christmas assembly. photo by Mike Hetrick Several choirs got together from various schools to support the United Way. Mr. Flick helps out by directing a few numbers. 96 IL Choir CONCERT CHOIR, (front row): Lori Eu- bank, Mike Williams, Norman McCann, Jeff Jones, Scott Butler, Mike Crick, Alison Horner, Debbie Peters, Michelle Ba- chinsky, Tonya Laux, Kathy Premer, Cretchen Korte, PattI Hursh, Peggy Hen- derson, (back row): Amy Little, Megan Prough, Deia Frohreip, Cindy VanDolah, Kristle Martin, Trudy Roscoe, Dawn Mill- er, Amy Steininger. EIGHTH GRADE CHOIR: (front row): Am- ber Croteau, Carolyn Seeling, Jon Clark, Joe Bishop, Ferdy Jones, Tracy Shafer, Amy Smith, Brandy Howey. (second row): Lisa Littlejohn, Heather Livingston, Tara Piering, Meg Cass, Scot Mueller, Eric Los- er, Angle Hartman, Connie Egli, Laura Mill- er, (back row): Andrea Robinson, Amy Amstutz, Julie Jennings, Rob Walters, War- ren Crowe, Brad Kurtz, Laura Premer, Amy Ferguson, Dana DeWitt, Lisa Meyer, Lori Laird. SEVENTH GRADE CHOIR, (front row): Dan Simpson, Randy Artherhults. (second row): Teenya Roscoe, Dusty Deter, Joy Jones, Jeff Roach, Jared Poiry, Jason Hewitt, Kristi Helmuth, Paula Collins, Penne Swartz, Candy Snelling. (third row): Sarah Fipp, Andrea Jamison, Cena Grin- stead, Tamra Crossgrove, Trent Grorud, Chip Dunn, Jason McKee, Alicia Nichols, Stacey Smith, Jennifer Holle, Charity Eu- bank, (back row): Kelly Boyce, Becky Karst, Mindy Perry, Shelly Swartz, Tunde Busch, Kayle Brown, Jennifer Knight, Tara Lewis, Dawn Cook, Amy Lothamer, Christa York, Amy Parrish. GIRLS GLEE CLUB, (front row): Angle Col- lins, Terri Bryan, Tracey Mohler, Dawn Littlejohn, Kendra Steury, Tisha Beyeler. (back row): Amy Handerson, Kristi Fries, Dawn Coleman, Tina Frohreip, Lori Wil- son, Jenny Poiry, Joni Zeimmer. Choir A 97 A variety of siudenH got together to make a video sponsored by the Highly Able Pro- gram. It accompanied the song Christmas Spewings , written by Ken Koons, photo by Luke Holley Bob McDaniel has his creativity chal- lenged during the testing of the Highly Able, one afternoon in the Auditeria. Preparing for their Media Fair project, Matt Bertsch and Doug Sanders work in the TV production room, fine tuning their tapes on the monitor. 7Z 98 Highly Able Rbove find Beyond Doing activities in the Highly Able Program gave students a chance to develop potential. The Highly Able Program brings to mind thoughts of nerds carry- ing every book home to study, or of a genius who gets straight A ' s. That was not true in the gifted program. The Highly Abied re- ferred to the students whose in- terests went far beyond that of norma! classroom activities. This program consisted of students in seventh through twelfth grades. They were nominated by the fac- ulty, and then were asked to take a test measuring creativity. There were numerous areas in which students could challenge them- selves, such as: art, math, science, the performing arts, media pro- duction, creative writing, and me- chanical and industrial arts areas. A student didn ' t need to have a perfect grade point average, but rather a special talent or ability that he or she may have wanted to further explore. Matt Bertsch said, i really enjoyed the pro- gram, and 1 was able to do things we don ' t usuallly do in class. Mr. Randy Artherhults, English teacher and A.V. advisor, w as the leader of The Highly Able Pro- gram. He started working with gifted students in 1983, when Dr. Stueipe asked him to develop a program for exceptionally cre- ative students. Because of the sev- en periods a day, Mr. A was un- able to meet with the students during a specific time. He usually met with the gifted individually or in small groups, before or after school. After a student was accepted into the Highly Able Program, he may have chosen any topic relat- ing to such interesting things as making films, writing music, word processing, or mythology. Other things the students did in this pro- gram were the study of geneolgy and special projects for the Media Fair, History Day, or Young Au- thors. Mr. A said, This program was very important, and it helped students to develop their own special talents and abilities. — Traci Knobl auch Working on the keyboard, Wiley Kite makes some last minute touchups on the music for the Christmas video, in top photo. As an extra activity, Lisa Huntington works on taping a speech for the Veterans of Foreign Wars Scholarship competition. photo by Shane Koch Highly Able 99 Different Countries With Different Customs Various aspects of foreign languages gave students insight into new and exciting cultures. The foreign language classes gave students an opportunity to learn skills about the languages, customs and cultures of other countries. Tourist Language was offered to eighth graders by the foreign lan- guage department. These classes were for students to learn basic skills in both German and Spanish. They learned the colors, numbers, and letters in each language. Both classes were taught practical dia- logues, such as how to find a hotel or a train station. Mostly the tour- ist language classes learned to see differences between our country and others. These classes gave stu- dents a chance to get an idea of both German and Spanish so that they could have a better under- standing of the language to study in high school. First year German students started by adding to the basic photo by Kurt Schlatter Being drilled at the board is one way Ger- man students prove they know their vo- cabulary, as Lisa Yoder demonstrates. Working with a large group of students requires that Mrs. Donahue use the over- head projector to teach Spanish grammar. skills which they had learned in Tourist Language. The remaining classes began by refreshing their German vocabularies. Second and third year classes were similar in the amount of grammar and vo- cabulary structure that they learned. Fourth year students worked more independently. All German students had the oppor- tunity to take a placement test to determine their rank throughout the United States. In the Spanish classes the stu- dents learned grammar and vo- cabulary in the same way the Ger- man classes did. Mrs. Donahue ' s third and fourth year classes were combined. Fourth year was inde- pendent and third year was more structured, though the students worked a lot on their own. Both of these classes practiced for the Spanish Placement Test which could place them in a higher level Spanish class in college. During Christmas, students brought a shoe, exchanged it, and brought it back full of candy. First and sec- ond year students did reports on any subject relating to Spain and its customs. A favorite for all was bullfighting. First year Spanish stu- dent Jamee Garton said, Taking a foreign language is really chal- lenging and learning things about another country is neat. Foreign language can be very beneficial. It is often a criteria that a student has taken two years to get into many college programs. Many career opportunities are available in the foreign language area. Included in these fields are interpreter, work in international business, or practicing medicine in a foreign country. — Traci Knoblauch — Julie Yankosky photo by Melanie Poe WO IL foreign Languages Getting involved in a foreign language gives these first year Ger- man students a taste of Frau Pardinek ' s humor as well as a taste of life in Germany. Taking notes during one of Senora Donahue ' s lectures, third year Spanish student Allen Schwartz prepares for an up-coming test. The second year of Spanish becomes more challenging than the first, as these students find out while learning about imperfect and preterite tenses. photo by Trad Knoblauch Foreign Languages 707 XY JAZZ BAND, (front row): Janice Glenn, David Beers, Randy Cole, Melanie Poe, Neal Cunningham, Greg Bauer. (2nd row): Tom Dykhuizen, Chad Springer, Bob McDaniel, Tom Baker, Jim Hope, Scott Koons, Brian Grieser, Chris Hartman. (back row): Doug Castator, Rich Ehlers, Paul Newberg, Craig Dahlkamp, Shane Zigler, Clint Keesler. SEVENTH GRADE BAND, (front row): Kar- la Kochersperger, Nicola Livingston, Shan- non Keesler, Denise Beyeler, Kris Bender, Vicki Zych, Cenea Ross, Aimee McMahon, Carolyn Kouder. (2nd row): Dana Miller, Shane Byler, Keven Geise, Frank Bryan, Tom Ream, Brian Johnson, Chris Reidy, Bill White, Stacey Kaylor, Eric Stelle, Tom Bates, jenny Weaver. (3rd row): Lorraine Venderly, Ginny Clay, Dan Alleger, Adam Shelton, Jeff Hampton, Holly Stuckey, Robert Divelbiss, David Beeching, Kim Stuckey, Chris Pongratz, Mark Hammon, Eric Bauer, Debbie Premer. (back row): Theresa Koons, Mary Verhest, Jonathon Steffan, Mike Roy Darin Platter, Ryan Van- lue, Phong Huhyn, Matt Roberts, Chad Hetrick. EIGHTH GRADE BAND, (front row): Lorie Thornhill, Tami Kitchen, Nicole Butler, Jennifer Bollier, Jennifer Orr, Kathy Sut- ton, Heidi Strasser, Amber Firman, Rachel Hubartt, Julie Hohl. (2nd row): Jennifer Stueipe, Shanna Hormann, Mindy Voigt, Daniel Carey, Phillip Sailer, Johnathon Sanders, Doug Stuckey, Michael Klopfen- stein, Jennifer Baker, Heather Bennett. (3rd row): Kyle Geise, Scott Stuckey, Charles Larrance, Matthew Fulk, Jeff Hin- kle, David Bailey, Ryan Osborn, Eli Hester- mann, Bryon DeLaBarre, Jason Hanna, Ray Pearson, (back row): Nathan Cook, Trevor Huntington, Lori Gaul, Jennifer Wilson, Marsha Wiblin, Paulma Grunden, Kate Bloom, Angela Fritz, Christa Pence, Steph- anie Vondran. Absent — John Ladd, Ann Coolman. CONCERT BAND, (front row): Greg Koenig, Chris Hartman, Eric Fuller, Susie Wisler, Laura Hope, Jenny Swoveland, Shana Burns, Genny Jones, Kathy Koons. (2nd row): Yavonne Franks, Nancy Clark, Stephanie Fisher, Tina Hunter, Sally Evans, Cara Collins, David Beers. (3rd row): Steph- anie Combs, Don Alfeld, Tom Baker, Brian Grieser, Greg Bauer, Neal Cunningham, Randy Cole. (4th row): Melanie Poe, Doug Castator, Jeff Arnold, Chad Springer, Troy Wells, Tim Caywood. (5th row): Rick Mishler, Jim Hope, Scott Koons, Mike Broda, Peter Voigt, Matt Hosier. (6th row): Kent Doctor, Todd Swary, John Sauder, Clint Keesler, Shane Zigler, Craig Dahl- kamp, Jamie Fuller. (7th row): David Col- lier, Joe Stueipe, Bob McDaniel, Troy Len- gacher, Ann Reece, Karen Witte, Amy McDaniel. (8th row): Anne Korte, Rita Vorndran, Vicki Grayless, Mike Thornhill, Scott Byler. 7Z 702 Band fl Note Of Excitement From marching at footbal games to performing at concerts, the bands were really involved. Participating in band gave stu- dents an opportunity to expr ess themselves through music. Stu- dents from all six grades partici- pated last year. These students belonged to the Junior High Band, the Concert Band, which marched during football games, or the Jazz Band. All three bands joined together to raise money for new uniforms by selling cheese and sausage. They were involved in many other important events throughout the year. One event band members enjoyed was the summer trip to Cedar Point. The band marched and afterward rode rides at the park. In addition to that, the band held the annual Wasselbowl prior to the Yuletide festival for parents and friends of band members. In January, the Jazz Band received a special invitation from Harlan Ele- mentary School to perform for the students. Even with all the extra-curricu- lar participation, time was plenti- ful for academics. The band learned new musical concepts, and they worked on songs for up- coming concerts and events. The band had a very busy schedule mixing learning and fun. — Julie Yankosky — Traci Knoblauch photos by Melanie Poe Attentively watching Mr, Drew, Teresa Koons, Shannon Keesler, and Denise Beyeler patiently wait for their cue. Before tiie basltetball ame, Clint Keesler and Doug Castator warm up on their trumpets so they can be ready for the opening number. Band x 103 Take It To The Limit PE nd Health Students worked to their potential in both staying healthy and keeping physically fit. Whether or not students were aware of the fact, the physical education and health classes were beneficial to them. All high school students were required to take one year of gym and one semester of Health and Safety. Junior high students had to take PE both years and one health class in eighth grade. Most activities included sports like baseball, basketball, volleyball and track. The feelings concerning these activities were mixed. Some students dreaded the mere thought of running around in purple and white uni- forms, while others liked the physical, competitive atmo- sphere. Students who enjoyed gym could move on to advanced PE. This class gave students more freedom in picking activities to do such as taking a canoe trip in the fall, playing raquet ball, bowling and skiing during the winter, and biking in the spring. One of these students, Jason Kite said, Advanced gym is my favorite class. There are so many more things to do, like field trips and a better variety of sports. By taking a physically active class such as gym or advanced PE, students were able to get away from the monotonous routine of sitting at desks all day and were given a chan ce to burn off some excess energy. Health classes focused on how to take care of the body, abusive habits, and of course, everything students needed to know about sex. Mr. Piatt spoke in the health and safety classes about his heart operation. He also gave students a chance to have their blood pres- sure and pulse rate taken. As a part of the eighth grade health course, Cardio-Pulmonary Resus- citation (CPR) was taught by Don Crick. The students had actual in- class training. Another guest speaker, Chris Burns, discussed problems including alcohol and drugs, by giving students insight so that they would be able to wisely choose what was best for them and refuse what was being pushed on them. Jeff Jones best summed it up by saying, I learned a lot of new things about the body systems. I especially en- joyed our guest speaker. This ex- perience provided us with a fun way of learning a subject that is sometimes boring. — Celeste Schaefer — Traci Knoblauch photo by Jane Reece On all-sport free day, Mr. Hey and students from his gym class participate in an action-packed basketball game. 7Z 104 Health And P.E. In Advanced Physical Education, Renee Rhoades aims for a bulls eye during archery practice. Improving on ler volleyball skills, Theresa Herman reaches to serve the winning point in her gym class volleyball tourna- ment. Health And P.E. 705 X Not R Piece Of TT Realizing the importance of math, the students worked hard to per- fect their skills. Math is a technical subject, challenging students in creativity as well as logical reasoning. Many students found math gratifying; some found it mystify- ing, Mr. Steinhauser said. It seems to be a love hate relation- ship. Math required the ability to learn new skills in addition to re- membering the basic ones. When introducing new methods to the students, the teachers tried to ap- ply the methods to real-life situa- tions. An example was problem solving, in which a problem was broken down into the parts mak- ing up the problem, and then parts were fit into an equation. Although we had to work hard, math was interesting, sen- ior Jo Hobson said, as most teachers had a way to get us into it. Besides problem solving, know- ing how to use a computer was a future benefit as well as a present necessity. We are now experiencing the computer revolution, Mr. Cros- by said. Soon most jobs will re- quire having worked with a com- puter. The students in computer learned the basic functions of the computer, and even more impor- tantly, how to command the com- puters. Quite different skills were needed in algebra. Learning how to solve algebraic equations, story problems, and graphing were the Because of the difficulty of the algebra problem, junior Patti Hursh seeks advice and guidance from Mr. Tom Steinhauser. After writing an interesting problem on the blackboard, Mr. Ron Crosby takes a moment to answer a perplexing problem. major goals. Studying geometric shapes be- longed in geometry, it took some creative thinking from the stu- dents to figure out all of these dif- ferent shapes and their functions. Trigonometry and calculus, with their graphics and trig func- tions, also demanded extra hard work from the students. The students had developed these general skills from one class, basic math, where they were taught addition, subtraction, mul- tiplication, and division. Since the students were suc- cessful in spending long hours learning their skills, they would be able to handle intriguing chal- lenges in the world of work. — Jorgen Knudsen 706 71 Mathematics Basic Algebra, which is an important step for developing algebraic skills, requires a lot of work. Mr. Robert Walton, therefore answers his students ' questions. Difficult geometric problems can not al- ways be explained verbally, so Mrs. Ruth Lebzelter uses an overhead projector for demonstrating solutions. photos by Paul Newberg Mathematics W7 While the c jem cafc heat up, Angy Nixon stirs the liquids, checking for results dur- ing a chemistry experiment. Questioning a scientific theory. Shannon Roberts shows Mrs. Marquardt that his ex- planation couldn ' t possibly be wrong. W8 Science Scientific Fact: Science students became knowledgeable by ex- periencing on a first-hand basis. Do you have a bur oak? I can trade you a maple or a sassafrass. How many bugs do you have left to find? I can ' t dissect a frog! I need rubber gloves! Can you believe we ' re diving the reefs? These are just excerpts from all the exciting activities that took place throughout the year in sci- ence classes. These classes prob- ably did more experiments and projects and took more field trips than any other. Biology students could be seen roaming around the school grounds searching for leaves for the required collection. Some students traded and even paid for the rare ones and the remaining few leaves they were missing. Later, they could be seen franti- cally gluing and labeling. Though most students didn ' t enjoy find- ing the leaves, they did learn a lot about them and the kinds of trees in our area. Ecology students had the unique experience of searching for bugs and insects for later study and experimenting. They studied the environment and the prob- lems we will face in the future. Two classes did dissection, biol- ogy and zoology. Biology students studied the internal structures of worms, sea stars, fish and frogs. The zoology students had to go outside in search of their animals. They had to find such things as moles, squirrels, rabbits, mice and chipmunks. Then they scientifi- cally identified them. For those who didn ' t have the heart to kill the critters, Mr. D. suggested, Scrape them off the road. Other animals dissected, which were provided were squid, sharks, turtles, and cats. Zoology student Amy Lewis, commenting about cat dissection said, It really wasn ' t that bad. Ac- tually, it was interesting. Even though all the other girls let their male partners do the work, mine was kind of wimp, so I had to do everything. Special experimenting was done in chemistry and physical science. Lab was the most favorite time of these students. They espe- cially enjoyed this because they could actually make a substance out of the chemicals they mixed together. They carefully mea- sured, and recorded their results and then made lab reports from their notes. Besides the projects and experi- ments, the science classes went on a lot of field trips too. Included in these were the biannual trip to the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry, Shedd Aquarium, a genetic conference at Northside, the Botanical Gardens, and Meta Environmental Park. The ecology students took frequent outdoor trips to a forest, pond, a river, and Fox Island. Another big trip was being planned in a science class. To some, the idea of going to Florida was a far off dream. To others, like those of the marine biology class, it was a long awaited trip after weeks of studying about marine life and plants. This trip lasted twelve days and was chaperoned by Mr. Divelbiss. They swam, sailed, and worked as marine sci- entists, which was their main goal for the trip. The benefits of a science class are endless as these students soon found out. They learned this by doing projects, experimenting, and studying on a first hand basis. Science knowledge helped them to understand the environment and the world better. Traci Knoblauch pholn by In llnh on Standing tall, Chris Hartman, fills his buret with nitrogen hydroxide during sec- ond year chemistry class. Science 109 Working in the darkroom, yearbook pho- tographer, Paul Newberg, shows begin- ning students how to make an enlarge- ment. Working on his project for the Spring Art Digging into the nitty-gritty of art, Luke Exhibit, Jeff Yankosky finishes a portrait Holley prepares for a great sculpture by after many long hours. mixing up a batch of clay. 7Z no Art Photography photo by Chris Neuhouser Sitting in the Spring Art Exhibit area, Lisa Huntington displays her watercolor that was sent to the New York competition. find the Winner Is — Winning in shows and contests gave students a feeling of accomplishment for all the hard work they did. You had talent. You worked hard. Sometimes though, all your work seemed to be for nothing. You kept on trying and finally you got recognized for all that time and effort. It may have been a while in coming, but the rewards made up for all the rejection. This last year, students in art and pho- tography classes were able to get that recognition by entering con- tests throughout the year. Many contests this last year re- ceived entries, as well as winners. One competition, the Design-An- Ad contest sponsored by the Fort Wayne Newspapers, was entered just for fun by some students while those in Art 2 were re- quired to submit an entry. Eighty companies supplied assignments for over 9,800 entries. Out of those entries, Leo had four win- ners: Jeff Hinkle, Kurt Schlatter, Lisa Huntington and Deanna Dil- ley each won best design for their respective companies. Deanna also won best overall ad for the seventh to ninth grade division. Another honor went to jo Hob- son and Lisa Huntington who were selected to attend over- night workshops at Saint Francis College. At the Scholastic Art Exhibit, at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, there were several students who had pieces shown in art and pho- tography. Terri Kissell and Lisa Huntington were gold-key win- ners with Lisa ' s being a finalist and going to New York for the nation- al competition. In addition to this award Lisa also won second place in the Cedar Creek Women ' s Club Show, and was nominated for the Sterling Silver Awards Pro- gram in art, and was awarded the outstanding senior award at the Saint Francis College Art Exhibit. Photography students also had their talents judged in various contests throughout the year. Donna Meyers and Amy McDan- iel were honored at the Scholastic Art Show and the National Pet Week Contest, respectively. Whether starting out with just a paint brush, a lump of clay, or a roll of film, students at Leo used their imagination to make their projects something special. Of course, not everyone could re- ceive an award, but to know that it was a job well done was often re- ward enough. — Kurt Schlatter Art Photography J Silling among the junior English students, Mr. Stover helps them decide on topics for their media projects. NEWSPAPER STAFF, (front row): Kristin Neuman, Nikki Jenks, Beth Craig, Robin Harris. (2nd row): Angie Blake, Linda Wib- lin, Sonya Raue, Mrs. Bernadine Smith (Advisor), Samantha lemma, Tracy Busch, Cenny Jones, Mark Hershberger, (back row): Mike Broda, Jorgen Knudsen, Tracy Roscoe. photo by Chris Neubouser •i ' 71 Ti2 English Newspaper speaking Out By performing speeches or publishing the school newspaper, students learned to communicate their ideas better. The student slowly clamored up to the front of the class with his heart racing, knees knocking, stomach churning, and hands trembling. Clutching the podium for dear life he prayed that the words would come out. This stu- dent is just an example of how many students from English classes felt before giving a speech. Though most cringed at the thought of speaking in front of an audience, they learned how valu- able a speaking skill could be. Al- though nerveracking, speeches gave me good insight on how to communicate better in school and everyday life. Hopefully my experience of doing speeches during high school will help me in college and in my career, Jeff Yankosky said. Students from all English classes were involved in some form of speaking, discussing or analyzing. In seventh grade, students began giving oral reports and simple speeches. Through high school, students moved on to more chal- lenging and difficult activities. These included role playing, ana- lyzing music, and producing T.V. and radio programs. Sophomores did demonstration and personal experience speech- es, to name a few. They also did book reports and acted out the characters from the story. Juniors did impromptu speeches and panel discussions. In panel discus- sions, students voiced their opin- ions about specific world prob- lems or disturbing events in soci- ety. Other classes did research and wrote term papers about the pros and cons of controversial is- sues, such as AIDS or the legal drinking age. Mr. Stover said, English is a course to search out, to become informed, and to show a wide va- riety of communication exper- ience. Good research, a creative mind, hard work, and a lot of patience were the qualities that made a good reporter. Reporting was only one aspect of producing the Lions Tale, though. Editors, pho- tographers, cartoonists, typists, and many others were involved in the production of the newspaper. There was more to be done than just writing stories and printing them. The members of this jour- nalism class set out to do a job, to give the news and opinions of the student body and of current events from the surrounding community. This class was differ- ent than most others in that out of this mixture of dedication, hard work, and the madness of making deadlines, they produced a prod- uct, one that many, many people would read. The newspaper wasn ' t just a place to give the facts. It also was somewhere for students as well as teachers and faculty to get things stirred up around school. The Lions Tale en- tertained and provided a unique way to speak about silly or fun events and serious, important things. Local businesses also had a part of producing the paper. They not only provided financial sup- port to keep it going, but they placed advertisements that were of interest to the students. Speaking out for worthy causes, personal experiences, or everyday problems were major parts of both English and Newspaper classes. They learned to commu- nicate by expressing themselves in a way that could benefit them all of their lives. — Traci Knoblauch For his demonstration speech, sophomore I Joe Stuelpe shows his English class the cor- D- rect way to clean stables. English Newspaper 113 Signs From The Past Glimpses from long ago were evident in history classes when people and experiences were brought back to life. when Custer took his last stand, we really thought it was his last, or so we read in our history books. But one sunny day, in May, Custer stood again! Actually it was quite a surprise for most of us, except for those in Mr. Schneider ' s history class. Being the biggest Custer fan this side of everywhere, Mr. Schneider became aquainted with Mr. Andy Garringer, who was also especially interested in Custer. The name Andy Garringer may not be familiar to you, but for a day this man brought George Armstrong Custer to life. Andy and Jim Schneider had been friends for about a year. When he heard that Andy had a part in the min-series North and South, Book II, Mr. Schneider asked him to come to his history class and dis- cuss his portrayal of the Civil War Custer and what it was like being in a movie. He came to the class dressed completely in character. Those who knew nothing of the visit were a little surprised to see a man walking the halls in a Civil War period costume. Since Mr. Schneider has always been such a fan of Custer, he thought this would be the perfect opportunity to teach his students about his fa- vorite subject. Another event that brought his- tory to live was the Calvaryman ' s Breakfast. Mr. Schneider, a few history students. Dr. Stuelpe, and Mr. Kurtz all got together on the morning of January 20. They en- joyed a menu of hardtack (square biscuits made of flour, water, and salt baked until they ' re hard as bricks), beans, salt pork, and ex- tremely strong coffee. Buffalo steak was also added to their menu. Once again, history came to life. Perhaps nothing could beat this living history , but school did have to go on and students did have to keep learning about histo- ry from the books. Some classes had to do projects and term pa- pers, book reports and essays. These were generally the juniors, who were required to take U.S. History. Younger students, sev- enth and eighth graders, took ge- ography and history and did oral reports and map studies. All history classes took a trip to the Old Fort and Historical Muse- um. There, they saw the way peo- ple had to live many, many years ago. The students always looked forward to this trip. Signs from the past, whether living or in books, taught students the value and importance of knowing about our country and the people who paved the way for us. Mr. Kerbel said, To be a good citizen of any country, one needs to have some basic knowledge of its history and fundamentals of the government. — Traci Knoblauch During the two months she was here, Mrs. Mundy took over the task of teaching gov- ernment, while Mr. Gabet was away. While teaching geography to seventh w graders, Mr. Kierstead explains about dif- ferent areas of the world. 71. 114 History Andy Carringer poses in his costume which he wore in the mini-series The North and South, Book II, where he por- trayed Custer. Telling some of his old war stories, Mr. Butler acts out some favorite scenes to stu- dents in one of his history classes. Writing down some important notes, Wes Huber, Dain Bufe, and Joe Dye listen as Mr. Kerbel explains the importance of his- tory. History Learning New Tactics Students in practical arts classes were introduced to many skills like sew- ing and building. An aroma of cookies baking, ta- cos, and pizza filled the air, while the hum of sewing machines busy at work was heard throughout the home economics classrooms. Stu- dents were busy learning to use the microwave ovens and the of- ten unfamiliar sewing machines. Across the hail in the industrial arts classrooms, students could barely hear their own voices over the loud machinery. Students who had never dreamed of cook- ing or building anything learned to do so in the practical arts classes. The Industrial Arts Department was divided into ten classes rang- ing from basic drafting to auto mechanics. These classes taught students the basic use of tools and machines and procedures used in industry. Jason Richards, who participat- ed in power mechanics, said, It was really exciting; we learned about engine parts and how to strip and reassemble motors. I recommend the class to boys and girls alike. Although Jason suggested girls take the class, only five were in- volved, while a total of eighteen boys participated in the home economics classes. They either planned and prepared nutritious meals or learned sewing basics. Participating in these classes gave students practical exper- iences in life skills: how to care for a child, how to keep a budget, and how to operate machines used in industry. Practical Arts classes gave students the opportunity to learn and grow in a way that could help them for many years to come. — Julie Yankosky 7 76 photos by Melanif Por Working at le grind wheel during metals class, Todd Bennett polishes a piece for his next assignment. Learning to sew can be a difficult task, but Mrs. Schmidt shows seventh grader Bill White how to thread his machine. 7Z Home Ec. lnd. Arts Working on a project about taking care of a family, students from the child develop- ment class show off their baby eggs . During her home ec class, Terr! Jones cuts an onion for the meal she is about to pre- pare for the class. Finishing up his latest assignment, Doug Minich cuts a piece of wood on a bandsaw, during his industrial arts class. Home Ec. lnd Arts 117 While soaking up the rays during a fire drill, seniors Darvi McConnell, Lisa Land, and Cherie Crooks stand among the groups of students waiting to return to the classrooms and their interrupted projects. phoro by Atehnie Poe X. .be r ' o ' the ' •J. VI r ' 0 5 T8 People Division Students prepared or the new challenges that each year had to offer. Assemblies and pep sessions — tliose were really the only times when every student in school was in the same room — or gym — at one time. All of them, students and teachers, crowded together on the bleachers in their grade-assigned lots. Strangely, those bleachers came to represent the stepping stones in these student ' s careers. Thinking back to the seventh grade, one might recall how seniors were idolized and how homework on the weekends was unheard of. Then a year passed and a new section of bleachers was assigned. Changes started to take place, there were credits to earn and projects to do. Then, like a smack in the face, senior year arrived with little warning. Soon students found there was not enough time to do everything and everyone realized that their friends would soon be going their separate ways. Analyzing the bleachers seemed to be a strange way to describe six years of schooling, but when years pass and graduated students come back to the gym, they ' ll be able to invision their faces among classmates the way it was in years past. photo by Celeste Scbaefer Before joining the hustle of the day, Tom Baker and Theresa Herman take a few quiet moments to look over their assignment. People Division VV 779 Philip Kurtz, Asst. Principal Carol GrosSfGuidance Hal Piatt, Adm. Asst. Richard Butt, Guidance by Wallers Sludic Dr. Herbert Stueipe, Principal Faculty Members Acquire As Well As Impart Knowledge And Skills Education is a journey, not a destination. No one demonstrates this better than our faculty who continue to learn new things. Teachers and administrators are nriuch like students when anticipating three month of summer vacation. Like their students, some teachers spend their time at summer jobs, while others find time to do things they enjoy, but can ' t fit in during the school year. The variety and number of activities that Leo ' s faculty does is astounding. For example, Ruth Lebzeiter, math teacher, spends her vacation concen- trating more on her contempo- rary gospel music group. New Song. Both she and her hus- band, Jim, belong to the group, which consists of nine mem- L bers. They go on tours and have already released three al- bums and tapes which are enti- tled: First Time Out, Carry On, and Crossover. This summer Mrs. Lebzeiter will spend tour- ing Europe for three weeks, giving concerts with a music ministry group. Mary Lou Holbrook is an- other teacher who carries her interests over into summer break. During the school year she teaches art and other relat- ed classes. In the summer she gets the chance to spend more time doing work for the Or- chard Gallery, which is a co-op of about twenty professional artists. Mrs. Holbrook works mainly with watercolors, pas- tels, and pen and ink, and ex- hibits the pictures she creates in the store. This summer they will be moving the Gallery from Glenbrook to a new, larger lo- cation at Times Corner Shop- ping Center. Guidance counselor Carol Gross also has a talent for de- sign. She and her husband took a summer to design a solar home for themselves. They then built it on the property where they have lived for years. The new home utilizes many materials and mementos from their first home. T20 Administration Staff Jerry Amstutz; P.E. Health Rand y Artherhults; English A.V. Patricia Barker; Secretary Michael Bearman; Industrial Arts Jonell Bergstedt; Typing William Bollier; Science P.E. Health Cristal Bontrager; LD ED Aide Lyie Butler; Social Studies Donald Carey; Science P.E. Health Ronald Crosby; Mathematics Judith Davis; Mathematics Ronald Divelbiss; Science With blue prints in hand, Mrs. Cross shows off the design for her solar house she and her husband built. photo by Lesley Meredith Staff Wl 21 Cerodine Donahue; Spanish Phyllis Doyle; Instr. Aide Kevin Drew; Instrumental Music Jack Flick; Vocal Music Delores Fisher; Instr. Aide Stephen Gabet; Social Studies Jean Haines; Media Aide Richard Hartung; Science Mathematics Michael Hey; P.E. Health Skills, 7 New parents, Ann Linson and her husband, are looking for- ward to spending the summer with baby Zachery. The Linsons had been waiting approximate- ly seven years to adopt a child, and are delighted to have the free time to spend with their infant. Head of the Social Studies Department, Steve Gabet has a lot of additional responsibilities with his work as State Repre- sentative. His present positions are especially ironic to him as he remembers his own high school days when he hated government. Now, his life practically revolves around it. Staff Teaching home ec during the day, Shirley Schmidt also carries her interests over into the rest of her life. For several years she has created all types of crafts, wreaths, and other decorations for the Walden Christmas Boutique and the Cedar Creek Women ' s Club Christmas Walk. Mrs. Schmidt also works as a bridal consul- tant, doing everything from fresh and silk flower arrange- ments to decorating wedding cakes to sewing gowns. She re- cently developed interest in growing prize-winning roses, and has planted sixty of them. photo by Amy McDaniet During her home economics class, Mrs. Schmidt takes time to explain to Daleen Croussore the intricacies of her assign- ment. Mary Lou Holbrook; Art Photography Kevin Jehl; Business Social Studies William Kerbel; Alternative Class Richard Kierstead; Social Studies Connie Lake; Nurse Ruth Lebzelter; Mathematics Ann Linson; Business Julie Manger; P.E. Health Lynne Marquardt; Science Mathematics Woodworking being one ot his favorite hobbies, Mr. Phil Stuckey spends most summers building houses. Building and repairing are also how Mr. Mike Bearman spends his tree time. When he isn ' t teaching or coaching, he can often be MR found in the auto shop, fixing up someone ' s car. ff) Carolyn Piatt; English Sherry Rorick; LD EH Julie Sauder; Secretary Treas. Allen Schlatter; Social Studies Shirley Schmidt; Home Economics James Schneider; English Soc 71 124 Staii Even during their lunch break, teachers enjoy the challenge of using and acquiring knowledge. At this table Trivial Pursuit is a daily game. photo by Shane Koch L a Skills, Other teachers play music professionally, build and re- model homes, work with travel agencies, and are active in their churches. Some belong to community action groups, while others indulge their in- terests individually. They serve as good models for what they teach: that learning is a lifelong process. It doesn ' t end with the earning of a diploma. Soyna Raue Mary Schrein; Art English Donna Short; Instr. Aide Bernadine Smith; English Jour. Thomas Steinhauser; Mathematics Jerry Stover; English Philip Stuckey; Industrial Arts Meredith Vendrely; Secretary Robert Walton; Mathematics X Staff 125 Behind The Scenes In the busy days at school many students are totally obliv- ious to the people who keep our school clean and keep our tummies filled. They are rarely seen, these silent workers who are the cooks and custodians. The cooks rise early to prepare our nutritious lunches. Baking delicious cinnamon rolls, and shredding lettuce for tacos are just a few preparations done in the early hours of the day. In spite of the hustle and bus- tle of the lunch line, students often stop and talk to the cooks. Each day both the stu- dents and cooks continue their conversations and fill one an- other in on new things in their lives. While the cooks are working intensely in the kichen, first shift custodians begin their busy schedule in maintaining the school. Raising our flag, CUSTODIAL STAFF, (front row): Long Huynh, Head Cust. Dennis McCreary, Steve Bottoms, Pete Wattley. (back row): Bob Notestine, Larry Smith, Larry Minich, Tim Voirol making sure our school is prop- erly heated and cleaning the auditeria after the students fin- ish with lunch are just a few of the various jobs done while students are studying in their classrooms. When the school day ends and things calm down, the sec- ond shift custodians pop out of their workrooms and begin to rid the school of the accumu- lated stuff the students left behind. Students who stay after for different activities know at least a few, if not all of the sec- ond shift custodians. When a student needed to get into the school or to his locker, it was not unusual for one of the cus- todians to let him in if it was an absolute emergency. The most unknown and rare- ly seen workers are the third shift custodians that work from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. While students are getting their needed rest, the third shift cus- todians clean the athletic areas if there were any activities that night and watch over the school during the quiet night hours. Although both the cooks and custodians are sometimes over- looked during the busy days at school, they are greatly appre- ciated. Without them we would not have hot food or somebody reminding us where to toss our silverware at the dish return window. The hall- ways would eventually become unwalkable because of wadded school papers and empty M M boxes. Everyone works to- gether and things run a lot more smoothly thanks to those behind it all. — Deia Frohriep 7Z 726 Custodians Kitchen Staff Marian Shoudel, Mgr. Helen Bufe Linda Fuller Sherri Grieser Leah Hager Helen Leichty Janice Lothamer Deb McCreary Ann Miller Connie Shade Dorcas Stuckey Elizabeth Stults Margwen Wermer Honoring Helen Leichty pictured at left, wearing a corsage, for her many years of service, students and staff celebrated her retirement with a special day for her. photo fay Melanie Poe Kitchen Staff Custodians 127 fans Vv 7 The New Kids On The Block It finally came — the big year. It was a year to let go of life at the elementary level and jump into the big times. It was the year to become a seventh grader, and what a year it would turn out to be. Life as a seventh grader got pretty complicated. They real- ized that they had to plan goals and that there were new respon- sibilities that were going to be there for the next six years. With all the new pressures, a smart seventh grader would have wished for a norma! year without any added problems. A normal year it wasn ' t — it was much better because it was a year full of fun activities. There were four dances which kept them moving. In the spring there was a trip with the eighth graders to Cedar Point for a fun-filled day. The year brought new sports, new groups and new friends to make the year even better. The seventh graders ' year was topped off by the ACAC Football title. The team worked together all season to end up with a record of five wins and one tie to make them the champs. The new year brought on changes for the new kids on the block. The seventh grade had to adjust to a day with seven per- pholos by Amy McDaniel iods. They also had to meet new requirements from the Indiana School Board which raised their number of credits required to graduate from 32 to 36. Many students thought the increase was unfair, but as one seventh grader came to say, We realize that it was the best change for our education. As the year came to an end, the seventh grade found out that a lot of fun and also a lot of work was ahead of them. It was the beginning of a process where winning and trying harder came together into growing up. — Kurt Schlatter kolax baseball league prepares sev- enth grader Mike Fisher for a possible career on the high school team. Coifing is one of the many things sev- enth grader Daniel Hayes would like to do in high school. ' m i 7Z 128 I Seventh Grade Experimenting with a sewing machine Teenya Roscoe and Katina Brown learn the basics in home economics. photo by Melanie Poe Dan Alleger Randy Artherults Eric Bauer Tom Bates Lori Becl David Beeching Kris Bender Denise Beyeler Matt Blotkamp Kelly Boyce Chuck Bricker Jason Brimner Katina Brown Kayle Brown Frank Bryan Tunde Busch Shane Byler Ginny Clay Paula Collins Dawn Cook Tami Crossgrove Katie Culbertson Shelly Davis Derek Delagrange Dusty Dellinger Robb Divelbiss Chip Dunn Charity Eubank Steven Evans Randy Fessenden Sarah Fipp Mike Fischer Kevin Geise Chad Grieser Gena Grinstead Senveth Grade 129 Trent Crorud Mark Hamman Jeftery Hampton Daniel Hayes Kristi Helmuth Mich elle Hershberger Chad Hetrick Jason Hewitt Jennifer Holle Bill Horner Phong Huynh Andrea Jamison Brian Johnson Joy Jones Becky Karst Staci Kaylor Shannon Keesler Jody Kelley Kenny Kimes Jennifer Knight Karia Kochersperger Teresa Koons Carolyn Kouder Bruce Lantz Nicola Livingston Jason McKee Aimee McMahan Kristopher McNiece Dana Miller Chris Moreau Steve Moss Alishia Nichols Shawn Parisot Amy Parrish Malinda Perry Taking a break before heading home after school, a student clowns around on the back seat of a car that the auto shop discarded. 71 Seventh Grade Answering questions and explain- £ ing the correct procedure in doing science labs, Mr. Hartung helps Joe 2 Worman and Mary Verhest with ■g their projects. Darin Platter Jared Poiry Chris Pongratz Debbie Premer Thomas Ream Chris Reidy Jeff Roach Ben Roberts Matt Roberts Teenya Roscoe Genea Ross Michael Roy Stacey Scherer Carolyn Seeling Adam Shelton Dan Simpson Jeni Shaw Stacy Smith Candi Snelling Jonathan Steffen Erik Stelle Jonathan Stoitzfus Holly Stuckey Kim Stuckey Michelle Swartz Penne Swartz Ryan VanLue Lorraine Vendrely Brad Washburn Jennifer Weaver Bill White Joseph Worman Christa York Vicki Zych Not Pictured: Marvin Graber Noah Graber Sam Graber Amy Lothamer John Storey Seventh Grade 737 v Amy Amstutz David Bailey Jennifer Baker Wendy Bauman Heather Bennett Shawn Bennett Joe Bishop Jodi Bixby Kate Bloom Scott Blotkamp Jennifer Bollier Tracey Boward Nikki Butler Dan Carey Meg Cass Buffy Chavarria Jon Clark Nathan Cook Ann Coolman Amber Croteau Warren Crowe While practicing in the band room, Kyle Geise and John Ladd take a moment to observe a piece of mu- 71 132 Eighth Grade Bryon DeLaBarre Dana DeWitt Ray DiLisi Amy Donley Michael Dresner Craig Dubea Connie Egli Tom Eubank Amy Ferguson Amber Firman Chad Forth Angela Fritz Matt Fulk Brandy Furnish Lori Gaul Kyle Ceise Jamie Grunden Paulma Grunden Wally Hammons Troy Hankins Jason Hanna Step By Step Through The Year On August 28th, a new school year began for the eighth grad- ers. The year started out with an exciting bang as Heidi Strasser and Jared Shaw were chosen to represent the class of ' 89 as Prin- cess and Prince during home- coming festivities. After the Homecoming Game, the Eighth Grade Football Team started their own season with much excitement and enthusi- asm. Soon after, they pulled off a conference win, which wrapped up the season very nicely. At the same time, the Junior High Girls ' Crosscountry Team, headed by eighth graders, was also running up a string of victo- ries. They went into the ACAC meet expected to win, and they met the challenge. They brought home the conference cham- pionship trophy. Towards the middle of the first semester. The Girls ' Basketball Team started their new season with high hopes. They also end- ed their year with a conference win, following in the footsteps of the fall teams. By the time Christmas break began, little snow had fallen. This was followed by the new year, with still yet little snow. Many of the class spent the be- ginning of 1986 bedazzled by the flare of Rock America, Fort Wayne ' s newest teen video night club. After Christmas break, the class realized that the school year was nearly half over. Their anticipation grew as the second semester progressed to Spring Break, and then on towards sum- mer vacation. Since the year was not quite through, though, they needed something to get them away from the tension of homework and studying and being kept captive in the classroom. Home- work alone would not quite cut it. Two more school dances and a class field trip to look forward to lifted everyone ' s spirits. The class of 1989 was the first in two years to be able to take a class trip. For their excursion, the eighth graders gathered ear- ly one Saturday morning with the seventh graders in the park- ing lot. They then boarded char- tered buses for an all day esca- pade to Cedar Point. This was their last event as ju- nior high students. In a sense they now graduate from the smaller world of junior high into the faster paced senior high school. They no longer are the older in their division, but move to the bottom rung of a bigger ladder. Sonya Raue Eighth Grade 733 Angela Hartman lerad Hartman Jennifer Hayes Kris Healy Heidi Heath Eli Hestermann Aimee Hiler Jeff Hinkle Julie Hohl Shanna Hormann Andrew Houy Brandy Howey Rachel Hubartt Leslie Huber Trevor Huntington Julie Jennings Ferdy Jones Chad Kasper Tami Kitchen Jennie Klopfenstein Michael Klopfenstein The eighth graders ' school spirit shines through, while they ham it up for the camera. 7Z 134 Eighth Grade Not Pictured: Mary Hilty Amos Eicher Ernie Schmucker Jonas Eicher Carolyn Seeling Noah Gibson Gary Smith James Graber Eric Kretler Angle Kurtz Bradley Kurtz John Ladd Lori Laird Matt Lake Charles Larrance Jeni Lengacher Ryan Lewis Lisa Littlejohn Heather Livingston Eric Loser Dianne McConnell Jeff McKee Lisa Meyer Lisa Miazga Laura Miller Doug Minich Tara Mohler Scot Mueller Jennifer Orr Ryan Osborn Ray Pearson Christa Pence Tara Piering Matt Pocock Laura Premer Colby Prough David Ridderheim Bobby Roberts Andrea Robinson Carey Roth Phil Sailer John Sanders Jenny Saum Dawn Scott Tracy Shafer Jared Shaw Amy Smith Heidi Strasser Doug Stuckey Scott Stuckey Jen Stueipe Kathy Sutton Lorie Thornhill Melinda Voigt Stephanie Vorndran Rob Walters Marcia Wiblin Jennifer Wilson Allen Wise Pamela Witmer Jenni Witt Tony Woods Lisa Wright Eighth Grade 135 Mark Acklev Don Alfeld leftrey Arnold Michelle Bachinsky Terri Baldwin Erin Barker Wendy Bartle Jodi Bauman David Beers Mike Sertoli Tisha Beyeler Matt Biddle Chad Blotkamp Ted Brandenberger Mike Broda Pam Burkett Rick Busch Angela Butler Scott Butler Scott Byler Brad Carnes Doug Castator Amy Clay Dawn Coleman Cara Collins Stephanie Combs Chris Cook Jason Cook Robby Cook Dan Crick Craig Dahlkamp Willy Dales Jonathan Delagrange David Detwiler Deanna Dilley Chae Dolsen Dan Dubea Joel Eastman Sally Evans George Fields Joe Fipp Kirk Fitzgerald Beth Fogle Kurt Frederick Kristi Fries Naya Fryar Jamie Fuller Jamee Carton Frances Gee Joelle Gerardot Vicki Grayless Scott Hamman Ruby Hare Robyn Harris Connie Harter Michael Hechler Trista Holwager Jim Hope Matt Houser Jayme Hudson Alana Jacquay Deanna Johnson Amy Karst 7Z Q ifPJii 7J6 Freshmen Freshman odi Bauman quickly jots down notes during class. FRESHMEN CLASS OFFICERS: (Bottom) Victoria Crayless, Vice President; Rick Mishler, Secretary; (top) Chae Dolsen, President; Kirk Fitzgerald, Treasurer. - photo by Lesley Meredith photo by Sjm Powell New Credits For Freshman The pressure is on for the 9th graders to earn 6 added credits to graduate. For the sophomore, junior, and senior classes, earning 32 credits to graduate was what they had strived for since their freshmen year. The goal has changed for the class of 1989 and all those classes thereafter. The State Board of Education changed the required amount of credits from 32 to 38, adding more English, math and science courses to the curriculum. Be- cause of the need for more cred- its, the school day has been ex- tended to seven periods to ac- commodate it. Many students felt that school was more tiring, and the day often seemed endless. Usually everyone was glad when their seventh peri- od class ended. The freshmen eventually be- came accustomed to the seven period day because they had not experienced many years in school with the other schedule. On the Clint Keesler Jamie Kimbel Jerry Kissner Troy Koch Jeffrey Koons Anne Korte Amy Laux Kerry Lederman Jon Leman Nicole Lengacher Mark Linker Shawn Locker Todd Lothamer Cory Lowden Heather MacQueen Norman McCann Tim McNiece Elaine McPherson Rick Mishler Angela Moore Melany Moorehead Freshmen 137 with the increasing amount of informa- tion being compressed into class time, stu- dents ha e less time to talk with friends. Freshman Karen VVitte, like many students, uses lunchtime to catch up on the latest news. Credits Con ' t. Other hand, sophomores, juniors and seniors were so familiar with the six period schedule, that it was harder to make the adjustment. While most of the students who escaped the new state require- ments were thankful to be on their way to achieving their goal, the freshmen looked ahead with determination. This was the year they started the struggle of earn- ing their extra credits. — Deia Frohriep Tom Mozena Erica Nixon Dan Ort Steven Palmer Jason Pence Marc Poe Jeff Premer Cynthia Rayl Alane Reppert Michelle Rhoades Jason Richards Joe Ridderheim Meaghan Richey Jodi Roach Mandy Scheil Sam Schwartz Tim Shaw Todd Sidel Kris Sivits Robin Snidle Chad Springer 7 T38 Freshmen New state requirements have included an increase in the number of science credits. Freshman Alana Jacquay begins earning her credits by taking physical science. Freshman Jamie Kimbel learns the basic skills of the computer while using it in her English class. photo by Paul Newberg Tracy Waltenburg Ricky Weber Jennifer Wells David Wertman John Willis Lori Wilson Susan Wisler Karen Witte Marc Young Shane Zigler Joni Zeimmer Ronnie Zimmerman Freshmen 139 Kristie Anderson Elizabeth Anjulo Rob Bastian Greg Bauer Brad Bauman Shane Blotkamp Robert Brouse Laura Brown Terri Bryan Dain Bufe Shana Burns Ronda Caswell Lance Chrisman Randy Cole Angle Collins Rachel Cook Mike Crick Neal Cunningham Ken Daly Mitchell Delagrange Stephanie Diemer Ceding class rings is a milestone in the life of a high s( hool student. Here Dar- ren Harter wears his as he works an jlgebra problem at the board. HT « EVENTS FOR BIGr SOPHOMORES One year down and three more to go in the big high school was what many of the sophomores were thinking as they started an- other year. Most sophomores were anticipating receiving their class rings. During the month of November, students could see class ring pamphlets to select the kind of ring they wanted. Styles varied from each individual ' s ini- tials to different colored and shaped stones. The color of the stone was determined either by the student ' s birthstone or in some cases simply by the color they liked the most. Although most students bought their rings from Josten ' s, some students bought from local jewelers be- cause of an added selection. When the rings were received, some sophomores chose to give theirs to someone special. It wasn ' t uncommon to see a girl wearing a class ring with angora wrapped around it, or a boy wear- ing a small class ring on a chain. Even if it was given to someone else, the class ring was something that would symbolize high school memories. After the rings were received, sophomores got to look forward to the experience of driving. Many had completed driver ' s education over the summer and were anticipating getting their li- censes. Some had jobs which helped them earn money to buy their cars. Others had parents help them either by buying them a car or by helping with a loan. If getting their own car was a prob- lem, most sophomores were cau- tiously loaned the family car by parents for errands or the all im- portant date night. For the sophomores, the year brought about many changes: dri- ver ' s license, very own car, first job, and class rings. With these changes came a sense of responsi- bility and a feeling of indepen- dence. With that surge of maturity the sophomores looked forward to the future. Deia Frohriep Vl 7 0 y Sophomores Tim Dini Kent Doctor Danielle Duch Joe Dye Jim Earl Michelle Dgli Stacy Evans Jerry Fessenden Robert Fipp Stephanie Fisher Charlene Foutz Tina Frohriep Rachel Gehring Sam Gordon Brian Grieser Amy Handerson Darren Harter Angela Hartman Lori Heare Julie FHetrick Patrick Hill photo Chri, Seuhouier SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS: (bottom): Jason Sauder, Treasurer; be Dye, President; (Top): Charlene Foutz, Secretary; Dawn Oliver, Vice President. Although homework isn ' t his fa- vorite thing. Sophomore Scott Smith works hard to get it done. Sophomores 74 7 XV Homeworkn Sophomore Danielle Ducb finds that homework is easier to do in comfort- able surroundings. Homework? Who does home- work? Well believe it or not, but the majority of the 10th grade class, according to a survey, spends an average of two hours a night working on those tedious problems in math or trying to comprehend those never-ending stories in literature. Sophomores seem to be very grade oriented, for the majority of them seem to be heading in the direction of col- leges. Getting accepted to a col- lege of your choice is quite diffi- cult without good grades, yet how many people get such grades without studying? So some popular methods of studying are listening to the radio or eating and drinking, which all seem to make the time spent studying a little less tiresome and the result is hitting the books all night. Now the rest of the students know how the sophomores find the concentration to actually study. One wonders which will last longer: their studying or their figures? Sonya Raue 742 7Z Genny Jones Jeff Jones Terri Jones Alison Keller Cindy Kissner Jason Kite Char Knepp Joseph Knight Traci Knoblauch Chris Koester Katherine Koons Kevin Kreilach Jennifer Kretler Jeremy Lash Sophomores Monte Lengacher Amy Linker Dawn Littlejohn Jerry Lothamer Scott Lothamer Chris Marquardt Rose McCann Amy McDaniel Joe McPherson Lesley Meredith Amy Miller Dawn Miller Kendra Miller Mark Miller Renea Miller Tim Minich Paul Minier Tracy Mohler Eric Monteith Joyia Morgan Amy Neuhouser Chris Neuhouser Keith Neuman Shelly Nichols Dawn Oliver Leslie Ort Charles Panchev Debbie Peters Elaine Pfister Jennifer Poiry Katharine Premer Jennifer Rayl Ann Reece Dave Reschly Jennifer Richards Tracy Roscoe Kim Sanderson Jason Sauder Richard Sauder Butch Schwaben Nathan Shade Jayme Shaw Paula Smead Crystal Smith Scott Smith Troy Smith Chad Stuckey Joseph Stueipe Amie Sumney Jennifer Swoveland Kriste Tybor Heather Vendrely Marc Vendrely Dave Vincent Peter Voigt Michelle Wearley Paul Webb Jeff Yankosky Julie Yankosky Not pictured: Sonya Raue Todd Roberts Sophomores 143 v Kaley Amstutz Thomas Baker Marty Beck Jenny Beeching Janice Benny Matt Bertsch Caria Bishop Angela Blake Julie Bonta Jill Boyce Lois Brandenberger Melanie Brandt Jim Brewer Dawn Buhr Ed Busche Sheldon Byler Jami Carey Cheryl Cartwright Tim Caywood Nancy Clark Terri Clouse Dave Collier Roger Collins Chris Cox Charles Croft Steve Davis John Deter Alicia Donley Dan Eastes John Fipp Mike Forth Yavonne Franks Anita Fricke Eric Fuller Kelley Carman Genny Gottfried Kerry Grabowski Jody Grunden Beth Mammons Melissa Hampton Todd Harris Chris Hartman John Hartman Nicol Healy Michelle Hepler Theresa Herman Mike Hetrick Scott Hinkle Luke Holley Laura Hope Matt Hosier Tena Howey Tammy Hudson Patricia Hursh Travis Jacquay Nikkl jenks LaDena Keller Jay Kimes Nick Kitchen Paula Kitzmiller Kelly Klopfenstein Shane Koch Greg Koenig VI: 144 Juniors Procrastination And Motivation At the start of the juniors ' year everything seemed to be going wrong. Due to lack of interest no one showed up at the homecom- ing float committee meetings so there was no junior float, it also seemed as though there might not be a prom since the juniors did not have enough in the trea- sury. For one thing, the juniors didn ' t sell enough magazines or collect many class dues. Eventual- ly though, they sold over $1,200 worth of magazines and raised enough money to have the prom, which was held at the Scottish Rite Auditorium. Although there were a few mi- nor setbacks at the beginning of the year, there were just as many achievements. For one, they won Best Class Gift at homecoming, but their major accomplishment was the Powder Puff Game. Many practices and a lot of determina- tion to do their best paid off with the reward of winning the game. Later in the year the juniors took the long awaited PSAT tests. Their scores ranked higher than others nationwide in math and verbal skills. When the juniors weren ' t at school, many spent their time working. Jobs were found in places as McDonald ' s and Arby ' s, in grocery and clothing stores. Many worked to earn money, ei- ther for their car or college, or just to have spending money. The extra money was some- times saved or spent on dates and clothing. The types of apparel de- pended on the person but some of favorites were big sweaters, oversized, bright shirts, and sweatshirts with a favorite nick- name or expression printed on it. On dates, money would be spent at Pizza Hut, at a movie, or on a party for a bunch of friends after a ballgame. Dave Kreilach Jeff Kroemer Gary Laird Tammy Lake Tonya Laux Troy Lengacher Amy Little Laurie MacQueen Marquita Mahan Susan Mancini Robert McDaniel Christ! Meyer Donna Meyers Mary Minich April Minnick Doug Moreau Matt Moreau Trent Mosier Paul Newberg Scott Newport John Pence photo by Jane keece Junior class officers: (from bottom) Dina Stovall, Vice President; Mary Min- ich, Treasurer; Melanie Brandt, Secre- tary; )im Yankosky, President. Juniors Seyen periods make some days seem very hectic. With only a couple minutes left in a ti e minute passing time, junior Troy Len- gacher rushes to his next class. Motivation cant. When they were out with their friends they spent time shopping or just cruising around in their cars. Although the juniors had var- ious things to do during the year, it seemed as though it ended very quickly. There might have been a bit of procrastination, but overa the juniors were very busy on those things that mattered to them. — Deia Frohriep Lisa Peters Mary Pfister Tim Pickering Andy Powell Marie Powell Sam Powell Joesette Purcell Shawn Purcell Deborah Ray! Renee Rhoades David Roberts Robin Roepke Sarah Rogers Trudy Roscoe Doug Sanders Celeste Schaefer Christina Scheil K urt Schlatter Allen Schwartz Kerry Schwartz Rochelle Slentz 7A 146 Juniors Many students spend their after school hours earning money at part time jobs. Piz- za Hut on Coliseum provides employment for Mike Hetrick, shown here working in the kitchen. Driving to schools an expensive privilege for many juniors, such as Aaron Van Lue pictured here. Gas, insurance and car pay- ments eat away large chunks of spending money. photo by Melanie Poe photo by Shane Koch Diane Slough Dedria Smith Dina Stovall Vickie Stuckey Melissa Sutton Todd Swary Mike Thornhill Aaron VanLue Rhonda Wannemacher Freddie Webb Troy Wells Linda Wiblin Michael Williams Basil Wisler Jim Yankosky Lisa Yoder Richard Zych Not Pictured: Mark Hershberger Claudine Houy Chris Ward Juniors T47 X David Alexander Pamela Alwine John Amstutz James Antil Dana Bailey Timothy Baldwin Shelly Barker Connie Beck Senior Spectacular Leo High School did not have an ordinary senior class. The class of 1986 had to be different. They had to show what they were made of, even though no one knew exactly what that was. Everyone should have known what the year would be like when the seniors won the skit competition during homecoming. Sports were the class ' s weak point, which the juniors clearly proved during the powder puff game. What this class could do best was create the most original and outrageous ideas. Football team skits were not enough; they wanted the night-time game show Jeopar- dy. The outgoing host, played by Tom Dykhuizen, led the contes- tants toward fame and fun. The audience was shaking with laugh- ter when the hillbilly, Brad Coolman, and the nerd. Bob Earl, made the easiest questions into the hardest, and the college student, Wiley Kite, answered questions with the greatest ease. The skit was a winning way to start the journey into their senior year. For nutritional purposes, and just a way to start the day out right, some health-conscious seniors started the Breakfast Club. Seniors who could get up early met at a local restaurant, usually McDonald ' s at Canterbury, to have a fast food meal, and then make their way through the misty dawn toward the school. Egg McMuffins were not part of the first Thanksgiving, but 20th century Pil- grim Tom Dykhuizen is enjoying his breakfast at McDonald ' s. Todd Bennett Debra Bishop Kraig Brown Tracy Busch VI 148 Seniors After finishing tlieir breakfast, Rick Ehlers, Jeff Kimbel, and Jodie Halt talk about everyone ' s crazy costumes and discuss plans for the next Club meeting. Kaye Callow David Castator Paula Caswell Darrin Chapman Tracy Chrisman Robert Clark Sheri Clouse Amy Cook Brad Coolman Cherie Crooks Terry Crooks Rhonda Crowe Seniors 149 Connie Day Kian Dolsen Lee Ann Douglas Amy Dowty Thomas Dykhuizen Robert Earl Richard Ehlers Lori Eubank Kim Fitzgerald Marie Fogle Brad Frederick Deia Frohriep During that time of year when the sun wakes up before the students do, these seniors eat breakfast at their favorite McDonald ' s before beginning another day of school. 71 150 Seniors David Calbraith Dawn Gardt Janice Glenn Amanda Gottfried Creativeness com. The seniors counteracted high school boredom by planning their own spirit days. One was Senior Skillet Day, when kitchen skillets came to school and took over the job of the traditional bookbags. Decorated in white flowers. Ken Koons ' s skillet was dubbed the most attractive. Another day, in November, was named Indian-Pilgrim Day. Dressed as their favorite Pilgrims, tur- keys, and Indians, seniors — and even some teachers — met at McDonald ' s for a Thanksgiving Breakfast Club, and then went to school where they were stared at by underclassmen who were obviously jealous. As White Christmas and Deck the Halls grew trite, new Christ- mas songs were needed. Who but the seniors could create such a memorable number? Thanks to the lyric genius of Ken Koons, who wrote the words and music, and Bob Earl, Tom Dykhuizen, Kraig Brown, and Rick Ehlers, who planned an accompaning vid- eo, the seniors released their hit single, Christmas Spewings. It went something like this: Big globbers of snow on evergreen boughs, children buried in the wake of orange snow ploughs. All the crazy things the seniors did stood not only as a reminder of their uniqueness, but also as a standard of excellence for other classes to match. In the words of many students and teachers, the class of 1986 would be a hard act to follow. — Lisa Huntington Smiling wide at the camera, Rhonda Crowe exhibits her Pilgrim attire as she shares Thanksgiving breakfast with her friends. Timothy Hadley Jodie Halt John Hampton James Harris Christopher Hattery Peggy Henderson Robert Hewitt Patrick Hoar Seniors 151 Jo Hobson Suzanne Hohl Julie Hosier Ann Huguenard Lisa Huntington Samantha lemma Ronald Imbody Theresa Johnson Getting Involved After fourteen weeks of school, the most welcomed vacation for the students was Christmas Break. To get into the holiday spirit there was a Christmas assembly, at the end of the day just before break officially began. This program included songs from the band and choir and a skit by the Student Council. The Student Council ' s skit was a Gong Show take-off, with four celebrity seniors posing as judges. The pane! of judges were composed of a flighty actress, a nervous businessman, a rowdy cowboy, and a Spanish senorita. Wiley Kite, the show ' s host, introduced two Polish accordian players; a sarcastic triangle dinger, who just happened to be the exact replica of his uncle, nervous businessman; and a clever group of seniors singing Did You Hear What I Heard? Yingle bells, yingle bells, sing the Schmangy Brothers, Jeff Kimbel and Brad Coolman, during their performance in the Student Council ' s Gong Show Special. Chris Johnston Scott Keim Greg Kelley Jeffery Kimbel Terri Kissell Wiley Kite Ken Koons Gretchen Korte 7Z 752 Seniors Awaiting the first act of the Gong Show, the judges, Samantha lemma, Ted Hewitt, Kraig Brown, and Reann Panchev listen to host Wiley Kite give his warm welcome to the studio audience. Andrea Kreilach Jorgen Knudsen Douglas Lake Lisa Land Paul Lash Stephen Lengacher Amy Lewis Sean Lewis Kare Lohse Karen Lothamer Ronald Mancini Kristi Martin Daryl McConnell Troy McDaniel Walter Miazga Max Moor Seniors 153 Kelly Neuhouser Kirstin Neuman Kelly Nichols Angy Nixon Rachel Palmer Reann Panchev Melanie Poe Shellie Poling Megan Prough Jane Reece Katie Ridderheim Shannon Roberts Matthew Rogers Melissa Schimmoller Douglas Shaffer Ronald Simpson Singing Winter Wonderland, Mr. Steinhauser, Mr. Stover, and Mr. Gabet, accompanied by Tom Dykhuizen, portray three traditional Christmas carolers. 71 154 Seniors Amy Steininger Kim Stuckey Angela Vendrely Theresa Vorndran Sunday Webb Christina Werdehoff Kristie Witt Tamara Witt Exposing their hidden skills, Mr. Stover and Mr. Gabet let their hair down and belt out an acid rock version of their carol. Involved Perhaps the most outrageous group in the Gong Show was Studs Terkle and the Riders, composed of Tom Dyhkuizen, Mr. Jerry Stover, Mr. Thomas Steinhauser, and Mr. Stephen Gabet. This group of teachers began their act with a simple Christmas ditty , but unexpectedly these crazed teachers threw on some shades, loosened their ties, and boogied down in front of the whole student body. Before the group had a chance to finish they were gonged, because a certain cowboy did not think they compared with Alabama and Willy Nelson. The Leo Tabernacle Choir, along with Bobby McDaniels on drums, won the contest with their version of The Little Drummer Boy. The involvement of the teachers in the skit was their way of returning a favor to the seniors who had constantly participat- ed in raising school spirit. The seniors went ail out in what they did, reminding themselves that the way to having a good time was getting involved. Fortunately, getting involved was exactly what the seniors did. — Celeste Schaefer Elizabeth Witte Nancy Wyman Joel Yoder Jeffrey Zink Justin Zink Seniors 155 Looking for that special gift, shoppers from the area check out the Lumber Yard Shops. Here, two prospective customers admire the unique Christmas tree decora- tions in the Creative Hands Co-op. ' A Community Division o- f -« • ' iu Being small did not stop Leo, Grabill, and Cedarville from expanding to keep pace with neighboring urban areas. Smatl Town ' sung by John Cougar Mellencamp, easi- ly describes the feeling one gets walking down the streets of a small town similar to our own. The little towns surrounding our school have had for many years an almost family-like aura about them. During the holiday season, a person could walk down any street and feel the warmth generated by decorated homes and street lights. Everyone seems to know each other and the festivity of the season is felt all year long. Besides bright lights and decorations, the appearance of our community changed greatly. These acres, which were once corn fields, are now the foundations for new houses and businesses. Leo, Crabill and Cedarville are constantly growing. With each town experiencing such additions as cable installment, a retirement complex, and video and clothes shops, it is evident each town is prospering. In rural com- munities people aren ' t worried about locked doors or bikes left out on the lawn. Instead, people worry about making a living and just getting through the day. photo by Melanie Poe Taking advantage of the first snowfall, these two Leo boys get their sleds out and are ready for the first hill they find. Community Division w eo is a small town where just about everyone knows everyone else. You can see the friendliness when you step into the drugstore or when you notice the area farmers all eating breakfast together at the cafe early in the morning. You see that neighborliness at the basketball games and at the pizza place afterwards. When you go to the grocery store or the barber shop you can gab about the new park or who ' s going to win County Tourney. At the many area churches you can have a great time of fellow- ship. This is Leo, not a perfect town, just a place we call home and wouldn ' t trade for anything. __! LiOuali!y tSnslmcllon . Cal.G. Klopfenstein President 14729 RIdgecrest Drive Leo, Indiana 46765 (219) 627-2522 ULRICH PHARMACY, INC. Ife Phone TT ' K- 627-2191 Leo, IN 46765 Prescription Specialists photo by Chris Jobnso 627-3118 755 71 Communities ALLEN COUNTY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY An Equal Housing Lender Offices: Leo 627-3601 Georgetown 749-9626 Downtown 424-0236 Morrgoge Loon Deporrmenr 423-1426 Dyron Heolrh Center OO -OlOO Member FDIC Courtesy Of FederspM Leo 627-5213 Spencerville 238-4518 ART FISHER Phone 238-4793 JOHN FISHER Phone 657-5381 FISHER Auctioneers Real Estate • Complete Auction Service • Appraisals • Antiques Household • Farm Sale • Real Estate i: FURNrruRE interiors s Leo, Indiana 46765 Ph. (219) 627-2114 Tues. Fri. Till 9:00 Furniture Floorcoverjng Wallcovering Drapery Upholstering Communities 759 r $UKR-UALU£ • Meats • Produce • Bakery • Grocery Service 14550 Amstutz Rd. Leo, IN Ph. 627-2454 photo by Shane Koch (219) 627-2951 Korean Martial Arts • Gymnasium LEO SHELL SERVICE P.O. Box 27, Leo, IN, 46765 Telephone: 219-627-2017 Compliments of T)nmvM 9iugk ' !-T), .2. Leo, IN 46765 7Z 760 Communities INDIANA SENATE Compliments Of Senator Richard And Marna Jo Worman 9735 Gerig Rd. Leo, IN 46765 627-3351 627-4492 LICENSED CONTRACTOR MIKE LENGACHER CONSTRUCTIOIM R.R. 1, 14323 HALTER ROAD LEO, IN 46765 TELEPHONE 627-2541 photo by Julie Ho ' 621-1100 N £(r — NUl PROFESSIONAL SERVICE IS ALWAYS 14425 Leo Road, Leo, Indiana 46765 219 627-3675 Services Offered For Leo Lions Country: IB REALTOR Rural Residential Sales Farm, Acreage, Lot Sales Commercial Property Sales New Construction By Bal Harbor BIdrs. Ambassador BIdrs. New Town Houses At Yardley Manor MAS Ramona Kipfer, GRI Jane Hamlin, GRI Joyce Swartz B. Lynn Chord Pat Drake 627-2080 627-4309 627-5442 627-3204 637-5218 Ruthi Liechity Tom Isaacson Sandra Fletter Jotin Pugh Richard Liechty 627-2210 489-2133 486-2595 486-7103 627-2210 Communities Here To Serve You LEO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH On St. Road 1, Bet. Leo And Cedar ville Phone: 627-2161 REGIONAL TIRE CENTER, INC. B.F. Goodrich — Remington Your Best Tire Buy in the Area FRONT END ALIGNMENT — BRAKES — SHOCKS V2 mile North of Leo 15725 Amstutz Road 627-3295 E!l Good Luck Seniors 10000 Garman Rd. 627-5623 Leo, Indiana LEO BUILDERS SUPPLY HARDWARE Photo By Chris Johnston State Road 1 Leo, in Phone: 627-2125 Residential Galen Acra, Jr. Res. Phone: 627-2943 IL 162 Communities L W VENPING Photo By Shane Koch 9122 Gerig Road Leo, IN 46765 Charles L. Clark Albert W. Clark t2t9J 627-6353 Much Success To The Class Of 1986 As You Pursue Your Goals For The Future! Dr. Mrs. Richard Sitiits Cedar Creek Veterinary Clinic Christian Publications Books • Music • Gifts Sunday School Materials Maplewood Plaza Ft. Wayne, IN 46815 Paul Pauline Holsopple SCHERER 8c MAXFIELD INC. Photo by Chris Johnston 627-2310 627-3291 Leo, IN 46765 : ii iii Communities 163 Walston Walls — the Energy Savers HEATING AND COOLING COSTS ARE CUT DRAMATICALLY Savings are substantial! 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The second largest city in Indiana is expanding into a new center for business. Fort Wayne is our place to go when we seek a little excitement. From Glenbrook to a Komets hockey game to the latest concert or movie, Fort Wayne provides us with a great selection of entertainment. The Summit City ' s newest accomplishments, the Grand Wayne Center and the Downtown Hilton, show Fort Wayne ' s determination to continue becoming a better city. With more projects being planned. Fort Wayne may well become a new metropolis of the Midwest. All the advantages of a city within minutes of home makes Fort Wayne that added advantage in our lives. Communities TOiL@KJ B2 mmm Your Complete Home Improvement Center Photo By Chris Johnston 2704 Goshen Rd. Ft. 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Maplewood Plaza Fon Wayne. IN 46815 Donald Evelyn Byrd (219) 485-1053 Businesss Residential CANDZ CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANING INC. ' Tree Estimates ' ' Doug Cruteau 483-4902 71 170 Communities JAZZ . TAP • • MOTHER - TOT BALLET POM POM • BREAK , EXERCISE JlCarilt n ' s SCHOOL OF DANCE Kimberly Fanning-Grant —- tJfi-, Owner Manager y 6103 Slellhorn Road • Fori Wayne, IN 46815 f r-l Northwood Plaza J ' 486-8415 424-6029 ' ' Studio Home j 5toneLjCf®k Stylists 484-20 205 E. Woshinoton Center Rd. FortWoyne IN 46825 W.L, SHAFFER DDS 3828 A Stellhorn Rd. College Pk, Off Condo, Fort Wayne, IN 46815 4853334 .Short Associates. 1041 5 Leo Road Foil Vva no, lnv ' ,;.-.:i.i -T-, Phone (2191 627-2168 Inc. DONALD L SHORT STEVEN L. SHORT DOUGLAS J SHORT ■ Sarvinq by Insurinqi Your Graduation Portrait — a once in a lifetime happening! BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF ' 86 Iters I S| t u d i o 3635 Lake Avenue • Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805 • Telephone (219) 422-9557 Communities 777 ■i .. ■ :vV;- ! - : - , ' re ■■■, ■!. -r:- The 3:10 bell rang. Stu- dents rushed to their lockers and the rhad dash home be- gan.- The ' bus stopped and ■studenf X stepped off. Com- ing inside he tossed his books down and turned up the stereo. As the strains of loud music floated some- what gently across the -air, our student took a few min- utes to relax. Sound familiar? It may very well seem so, but what student X was listening to may not. Sure, it had the driving beat, slick vocals and ' racing guitar licks, but it also had a message. What was that music, you ask? It was contemporary Christian mu- . sic — gospel music with a , definite rock beat, and it has ' become popular not only in ' the.Fort Wayne area, but also -across the U.S. ; ' . When ■ looking at CC ' M,, : the biggest group of ' Hsten- ers would have seemed to be people who just appreciated an ' alternative to some of to- day ' s music, but many be-, came ' listeners because of- what ' .they -heard, psn Har- rell, who manages-r several; .top Christian acts utider .;, B.fanton Harr,eir Manage- ment, said in Billboar J Mag- ' azine, Over thp past, five years the product has shown such a vast improvement in quality that any number of contemporary Christian- art- ists can easily put their re- cords up against any rock re- cord today. The sound of CCM did make it a favorite of many. Groups such as Pe- tra and White Heart and also Amy Grant have played to packed Fort Wayne audito- riurns.in the past year. Evgn at Leo High School, students had the chance to hear rising ' singers Billy Sprague and Da- vid Martin. Explaining why he liked to attend CCM con- certs, Craig Dahlkamp said, I like to go because I get to hear the kind of music I like and it ' s about things I believe ' -in. ,- ' ' ■■ - ' Along ' with the growing popularity of Christian mu- sic, came the problem of people, who rejected it be- fore they had heard it: Singr er Kathy Troccoli saidin-MtJ- sicline magazine about this problem, I. just Wish .every- one would not put Christian music in a box,- because to me that ' s like putting God in a box ' . ...Jf people can just get a glimpse of that and not .. have their set little sFots that ' they want. .to put the gospel , in and how it ' s supposed to Z be conveyed and communi- cated. Major Christian art- ist, Amy Grant, who has won four Grammies and several other awards said in the Ga- vin Report to her ever- growing audience, To the people that I have never had the opportunity to sing to, I ' m saying, ' Look, I ' m not in- vading your space, I ' m not forcing my life on yours, all I ' m doing is taking down a wall. All I ' m- doing is letting you see something. And if you embrace it, that ' s in- credible. It you don ' t, the point wasn ' t to. climb over the wall and invade your life. ' Contenxporary Christian -music has been bringing down those barriie ' rs, that have been standing between • those who have never heard it and those who already .have fqijnd it. It would have been. false to say that CCM dii n ' t have a message in it ' s, music, but some day people like Dan Harrell, Kathy.Jroc- coli and- Amy Grant hope that, as Christian music breaks down the jbarrieifs, people will find not only a -message, but also the quality they are, trying to put there. , ' ' . . Kurt Schlatter A new talent in- CCM, singer songwriter -■fiilly Sprague held a toriccrt-at Leo High Schoo Idsl ' lall. ' Communities ' — Feature . By gaining popularity on the - .strength of her platinum album Unguarded, Amy Grant is quick- . ' :ly- rnakin ' g, a name for hersfelf in ' the pop iViusic market. It has the driving beat, sliclc vocals and racing guitar licks, but it also has a message. Two of Christian Contemporary Music ' s big- gest performers, Michael W. Smith and Kathy Troccoli are helping to bring a wide variety of styles to CCM. Checking out the latest in records and tapes, Chad Stuckey and Kendra Steury find what they ' re looking for in CCM at the Anchor Room Book Store. Feature — Communities 173 • Boxing socks • Loud, sucking drainage cows • Ear floss • Battle elephants • Camels and camel paraphenalia • Brunsen — Vac toggles • Parfetti and Tuna-paper • Celerv buffers • Septum shears • Cherubim and serphim Book ends • Vector quantities • 3-D body maps • Nasal landscape kits • Rabid dolphins • Blade slicers • Gluttons against punishment K R PLUMBING HEATING GRABILL. INDIANA OFFICE AT TRINITY WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS. INC 1 1034 High. 14 E P O, Box 186 New Haven. IN 46774 TIUkME STATE LINE SAND GRAVEL Rt, 1, Box 345 Pleasant Lake, In 46779 KLINK TRUCKING 219-587-9270 Or 587-9114 Pleasant Lake. IN Amarjean Spaady Printing Cantara of Fort Wayna NORTHWOOD PLAZA 6047 Stellhorn Road Fort Wayne. Indiana 4681 5 (219)485-1107 TIME CORNERS SHOPPING CENTER 5934 West Jefferson Boulevard Fort Wayne. Indiana 46804 |219| 436-1 107 Wishing Tfie Class Of ' 86 Success in All Their Endeavors 1985- ' 86 Leo High School Oracle Staff 7Z 174 Communities rabill is a town where the past meets the present. The contrast of horsedrawn buggies with growing business gives Grabill a unique charm. Home to a large Amish community, Grabill revolves around this country atmosphere while not exploiting the Amish or their beliefs. Rustic-styled shops welcome guests and residents alike into a homemade slice of America. More than just a town where a county fair is held, Grabill is a year-round home to people who care about their neighbors. While this little town is expand- ing, it continues to build on its homestyle past, thriving on a way of life that is quickly passing away elsewhere. Grabill IN 46741 Ph. 627-3112 whether cutting meat or stocking shelves, Scott Keim works hard to make C and C a super -market. photo by Paul Newbefg Communities 775 X m MAX HOFFMAN CHEVROLET Complete Sales And Service Congratulations 1986 Grads! Cavalier RS Convertible State St.. Grabill B2 7-3B3S 71 176 Communities Residential Lighl Commercial Construction tvianagement Planning Design REDIGER ASSOCIATE INC, Designers - Builders JIM REDIGER 627-5294 Pt 3 Grabili, In 46741 Come dine With Us At Good Food And Spirits 627-2719 Grabili IN CoLipso Stylinpf Salon bur Family Hair Center 13412 MAIN ST. GRABILL, IND. (UxhnerVillagel SANDY KLOPFENSTEIN 627-5590 P.O. Box 408 Third Street Grobill. IN 46741 (219)627-6271 The Olde Brush Next to the Lumberyards Shops 3rd Street. Grablll Large Selection of: Hand Painted Folk Art Baskets Furniture Candles Good Things to Eat Mon-Frl 10 to 5 Sat 10 to 3 Closed Sundays Qtabill Rev. G. 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Basketball 1; Football 1. ANTiL, JIM E. Volleyball 1-2. BAILEY, DANA S. Concert Choir 3-4; Girls Glee 1-2; School Ser- vice 2-3; Spanish Club 2; Art Club 1. BALDWIN, TIM W. BARKER, SHELLY A. Gymnastics 2; Track 1; Cheerleader 1-4; Honor Society 1-4; School Service 3; Spanish Club 1- 4; Student Council 1-4. BECK, CONNIE Spanish Club 1. BENNETT, TODD E. Baseball 1-4; Football 2; Letterwinners 2-4. BISHOP, DEBBIE K. Football Mgr. 1; Track Mgr. 2; Girls Glee 1-2; German Club 2; Honor Society 2-4; Letterwin- ners 2-4; School Service 4; Trackettes Sec. 1-4; Art Club 14. BROWN, KRAIC R. Basketball 1-3; Volleyball 2-3; Chess Club 1; Drama Club 4; Honor Society 3-4; Letterwin- ners 4; Lion ' s Tate 4; Marine Biology 3; Media Club 3; Student Council 4; Computer Club 1- 2; Zoology Club 3. BUSCH, TRACY I. Basketball 1; Tennis 2, 4; Cheerleader 1-4; Choir 1-2; Drama Club 1-4; FHA 1; Letterwin- ners 1-4; Lion ' s Tale 4; School Service 4; Span- ish 1-2, 4; Student Council 1-4. CALLOW, KAYE A. Drill Squad 2-3; Spanish 1-3; Campus Life 1-3; Bowling 3. CASTATOR, DAVE B. Tennis 2; Band 1-3; Computer Club 1; Campus Life 2-3. CASWELL, PAULA |. School Service 3; Auto Club 1. CHAPMAN, DARRIN B. Football 4; Track 3-4. CHRISMAN, TRACY D. Drill Squad 3-4. CLARK, BOB E. Cross Country 3-4; Tennis 2-4; Chess Club 2; Dungeon anc) Dragons Club 1; Letterwinners CLOUSE, SHERI S. Girls Glee 1-2; Letterwinners 1; Trackettes 1-2 Art Club 1-4. COOK, AMY A. Volleyball 1-2; Booster Club 1; Choir 1-2; Dra- ma Club 1-2; German Club 1-2; Student Coun- cil 1-4; Art Club 4. COOLMAN, BRADLEY R. Wrestling 2-4; Basketball; Stat. 1-2, Football 1- 4; Choir 1-2; Drama Club 3, 4; German Club 1- 3; Honor Society 1-4; Letterwinners 2-4; Ma- rine Biology 1, 4; School Service 3-4; Sport- mans Club 1; Student Council 3-4; Campus Life 2-3; Zoology 3-4. CROOKS, CHERIE C. Football Mgr. 1; Girls Glee 1-2; German Club 3; Letterwinners 2-4; School Service 2-4; Track- ettes 1-4; Art Club 1-4. CROOKS, TERRY L. Baseball 3-4; Football 1, 4; School Service 3-4. CROWE, RHONDA Basketball Mgr. 3; Track Mgr. 1-3; Volleyball Mgr. 1-3; Girls Glee 1-2; Letterwinners 1-3; Campus Life 3. DAY, CONNIE S. Lion ' s Tale 1; Campus Life 2; Yearbook 1. DOLSEN, KIAN M. Baseball 1-2; Volleyball 2; German Club 2; Let- terwinners 3; School Service 3, 4; Yearbook 3. DOUGLAS, LEE A Volleyball 1-2; Girls Glee 1-2; Letterwinners 2- 4; Media Club 1-2; School Service 1-3; Spanish Club 1-3; Student Council 2-4; Trackettes 3; Campus Life 2, 3; Photography 4; Y-Teens 1-2. DOWTY, AMY AV. 2; FHA 1; Honor Society 1-4; School Ser- vices 1-2, 4; Student Council 1, 2, 4. DYKHUIZEN, THOMAS AV. 2; Band 2-4; German Club 1-3. EARL, BOB Basketball Stat. 2-3; AV. 2; Drama Club 4; Ger- man Club 4; Honor Society 2-4; Letterwinners 2-3; Marine Biology 3; School Service 3; Stu- dent Council 3-4; Computer Club 1. EHL ERS, RICK Track 1-4; Band 1-4; Yearbook 4. EUBANK, LORI A. Choir 1-4; Drill Sauad 2-3; FHA 1; School Ser- vice 2-4; Yearbook 4. FITZGERALD, KIMBERLEY A. Golf 1-4; Drama Club 1; German Club 1; Let- terwinners 1-4; School Service 1, 2, 4; Student Council 1-2, 4. FOCLE, MARIE E. Cheerleader 1-4; German Club 1-3; Honor So- ciety 1-4; School Service 2-4. FREDERICK, BRADLEY M. Football 1-4; Golf 1-4; AV. 1; Letterwinners 1- 4; Wrestling 1-4. FROHRIEP, DEIA M. Choir 1-4; Spanish Club 2-4; Yearbook 4; Art Club 1-4. CALBRAITH, DAVE B. Basketball 1-2; Football 1-4; Booster Club 2-4; Letterwinners 3-4. CARDT, DAWN R. Drill Squad 1; FHA 1; School Service 2-3. GLENN, lANICE I. Gymnastics 1-2; Choir 1-2; Drama Club 1-3; Honor Society 1-4; Letterwinners 1-2; Student Council 1-4; Photography 3-4; Yearbook 4. GOTTFRIED, AMANDA L. Drama Club 3-4; German Club 1-4; Art Club 4. HADLEY, TIMOTHY A. Track 1-2; Volleyball 1-2; Band 1. HALT, lODIE L. Track 1; Cheerleader 1; Drama Club 3-4; Ger- man Club 2; Honor Society 1, 3-4; Marine Biol- ogy 1; Mat Maids 2-4; School Service 2-4; Speech Team 2; Trackettes 2-4; Campus Life 2; Y-Teens 2-4. HAMPTON JOHN A. Basketball 2-3; Football 2-4; Track 1-4; Letter- winners 3-4. HARRIS, lAMES E. Basketball 1; Football 1-2, 4. HATTERY, CHRIS T. HENDERSON, PEGGY A. Choir 1-4; Drill Squad 1; Honor Society 1-2; School Service 3. HEWITT, ROBERT T. Basketball 1, 3; Football Mgr. 2; Track 1-4; AV. 2-4; Letterwinners 1-4; Lion ' s Tale 1-2; Media Club 2; Computer Club 1-2. HOAR, PATRICK I. Basketball 1; Track 1-2; Photography 4; Com- puter Club 1, 4; Zoology 3. HOBSON, )0 L. Band 1-4; Drill Squad 2-4; German Club 1-2; Honor Society 1-4; Mat Maids 1-4; School Ser- vice 3; Speech Team 3-4; Photography 4. HOHL, SUZANNE K. Booster Club 1-2; German Club 1-3; Honor Society 1-4; Lion ' s Tale ; Student Council 1-4; Art Club 1. HOSIER, lULIE |. Baseball Stat, 4; Basketball 1-4; Track 1-3; Vol- leyball 1-4; FHA 1; German Club 1-2; Letter- winners 1-4; School Service 1; Student Council 1-2, 4; Photography 3-4; Yearbook 4. HUGUENARD, ANN K. Gymnastics 1; Volleyball 1; Track 1; Cheer- leader 1-2; Choir 1; Drama Club 1, 2-4; FHA 2; German Club 2-3; Honor Society 1, 4; School Service 3; Student Council 1-2; Art Club 1. HUNTINGTON, LISA J. AV. 2; Chess Club 1-2; German Club 3; Honor Society 1-4; School Service 2; Speech Team 1- 4; Student Council 1-2; Trackettes 2-3; Year- book 4; Art Club 1-4. 71 184 Senior Directory Scfiiofi lEMMA, SAMANTHA C. Golf 1; Choir 1-2; Drama Club 1-4; FHA 1-2; German Club 1-2; Letterwinners 1-4; Lion ' s Tale 4; Student Council 1-4. IMBODY, RON W. lOHNSON, THERESA ]. Choir 2-3; Y-Teens 3. lOHNSTON, CHRISTOPHER J. Photography 2-4. KIEM, SCOTT R. KELLEY, GREGORY T. Cross Country 1-4; AV. 2; Drama Club 1-4; German Club 1-2; Letterwinners 1-4; Marine Biology 3. KIMBEL, JEFFERY S. Basketball 1-4; Football 1-4; Track 1-4; AV. 2-4; Chess Club 1; Honor Society 4; Letterwinners 1-4; Student Council 2, 4. KISSELL, TERRI L. Track Mgr. 2; German Club 1-2; Letterwinners 2-4; School Service 1-4; Trackettes 1-4; Art Club 1-4. KITE, WILEY D. Tennis 3-4; Volleyball 1-2; AV. 2; Concert Choir 1; Swing Choir 1; Drama Club 1-4; Hon- or Society 1-4; Letterwinners 3-4; School Ser- vice 3-4; Spanish Club 2-3; Student Council 1- 4; Sophomore Class Vice-President; Junior Class President; Senior Class President. KNUDSEN, lORGEN Exchange Student 4. KOONS, KEN A. Chess Club 1; German Club 1-4; Sportmans Club 1; Student Council 4. KORTE, GRETCHEN M. Concert Choir 3-4; Girls Glee 1-2; Swing Choir 3-4; Drill Squad 1-3; FHA 1; Media Club 4; Campus Life 3; Yearbook 4; Art Club 1-4; Let- terwinners 4; Drama Club 4. LAKE, DOUGLAS E. Baseball 1-4; Basketball 1-4; Football 1-4; Let- terwinners 3-4; School Service 1. LAND, LISA R. Tennis 1-4; Volleyball 2-4; Cheerleader 1; Let- terwinners 3-4; Mat Maids 1-3. LASH, PAUL C. Cross Country 1-4; Track 1-4; Chess Club 1-2; Dungeons and Dragons Club 1; German Club 1-3; Letterwinners 1-4; Lion ' s Talel, 3; School Service 3-4; Campus Life 1-3; Wrestling 1-4; Computer Club 1-2. LENGACHER, STEVE L. Football 4; Golf 1; Gern Club 2. LOHSE, KARE Exchange Student 4. LOTHAMER, KAREN M. Drill Squad 2; FHA 1; School Service 1-4. MANCINI, RONALD A. Band 1-3; German Club 2-4. MARTIN, KRISTI D. Tennis 1; Concert Choir 2-4; Girls Glee 1-2; Swing Choir 3-4; Drill Squad 1-3; FHA 1; School Service 1-3; Speech Team 4; Student Council 4; Trackettes 1-2; Y-Teens 1-2; Art Club 1-2. MCCONNELL, DARYL K. Basketball 1-4; Volleyball 1-2; Letterwinners 2- 4; Photography 2. MCDANIEL, TROY L. MIAZGA, WALLY C. Basketball 1; Football 1-4; Band 1; Letterwin- ners 2-4; School Service 2, 4. MOOR, MAX P. NEUHOUSER, KELLY L. Tennis 1; Band 1; Cheerleader 1-4; Honor So- ciety 2-4; School Service 4; Student Council 2, 4; Campus Life 2-3. NEUMAN, KIRSTIN A. Basketball Mgr. 1; Tennis 2; Girls Glee 1-2; Swing Choir 3; Letterwinners 2-4; Mat Maids 3; School Service 3; Y-Teens 3. NICHOLS, KELLY R. Chess Club 1; Drama Club 3 -4; FHA 1-2; Ger- man Club 2-3; Honor Society 1; Mat Maids 2; School Service 1, 2, 4; Student Council 1-4. NIXON, ANGELITA Volleyball 1; Concert Choir 1-2; FHA 1; Honor Society 3-4; Lion ' s Tale 2; Marine Biology 3-4; Mat Maids 1-4; School Service 3-4; Spanish Club 1-2; Speech Team 1; Student Council 4; Trackettes 2; Junior Class Vice-President; Sen- ior Vice-President; SADD 1, 3-4; Campus Life 2; Yearbook 1; Y-Teens 2-4; Art Club 1. PALMER, RACHEL E. Tennis 2; German Club 1-3; Marine Biology 3. PANCHEV, REANN D. Basketball 1-2; Gymnastics Mgr. 3; Tennis 1-4; Volleyball 3-4; Drama Club 2-4; FHA 1-2; Hon- or Society 2-4; Letterwinners 3-4; Spanish Club 2-4; StucJent Council 2-4. POE, MELANIE A. Band 1-4; Drill Squad 1; School Services 1-2; Trackettes 1. POLING, SHELLIE L. Track 1-2, 4; Girls Glee 1-2; Letter nners 1-2. LEWIS, AMY L. Cheerleader 1; Booster Club 1, 3; Drama Club 3; FHA 1; German Club 1-2; School Service 1- 2; Sportmans Club 1. LEWIS, SEAN D. Baseball 1-4; Basketball 1-4; German Club 2. PROUGH, MEGAN M. Basketball 1; Cross Country 1-4; Track 2-4; Concert Choir 3-4; Girls Glee 12; Swing Choir 4; Letterwinners 1-4; Lion ' s Tale 3. REECE, JANE M. Golf 1-4; Tennis 2; Track 1, 4; Band 1; Drama Club 1-2, 4; German Club 2; Honor Society 1- 4; Marine Biology 4; School Service 3; Stuaent Council 4; Photography Club 3-4. RIDDERHEIM, KATHERINE F. Cross Country 1-2; Track 1-2; Band 1; Letter- winners 1-2. ROBERTS, SHANNON R. Football 1-3; Wrestling 1, 3; Drama Club 3-4; Marine Biology 1; Zoology Club 3; German Club 1-2. ROGERS, MATT L. Spanish Club 1-4. SCHIMMOLLER, MELISSA A. Gymnastics 1-3; German Club 3; Letterwinners SHAFFER, DOUGLAS J. School Service 2-4. SIMPSON, RONALD A. Marine Biology 3. STEININGER, AMY M. Cross Country 2-4; Track 1-2; Choir 1-3; FHA 1; Honor Society 1; Letterwinners 2-4; School Service 2, 4; Student Council 4. STUCKEY, KIM R. Track 1-4; Volleyball 2-3; Band 1-3; Cheer- leader 1; Letterwinners 3; Student Council 2. VENDRELY, ANGELA M. Gymnastics 2-4; Volleyball 1-4; Band 1; Drama Club 2-4; FHA 1; Letterwinners 2-4; School Service 2-4; Student Council 4. VORNDRAN, TERESA M. Track 1-2; German Club 1-3; School Service 1, WEBB, SUNDAY M. FHA 1; Spanish Club 1-2; Student Council 1, 4. WERDEHOFF, CHRISTINA J. WITT, KRISTIE K. Track 1-2; Choir 1; Letterwinners 2-4; School Service 1-4; Speech Team 2-3; Student Coun- cil 3-4; Trackettes 2-4; Campus Life 1; Art Club 1-4. WITT, TAMARA S. Basketball 1-4; Track 1-4; Volleyball 1-4; Art Club 2. WITTE, ELIZABETH A. Gymnastics 1-4; Booster Club 3-4; Cheer- leader 1-4; Drama Club 3-4; Honor Society 1- 4; Student Council 4. WYMAN, NANCY M. Gymnastics 1-2; Tennis 2-4; Volleyball 1, 3-4; Drama Club 2-4; Letterwinners 3-4; School Service 1; Student Council 3-4; Art Club 2-4. YODER, JOEL S. Football Mgr. 1, 4; Band 1-3; School Service 4; Auto Clulb 1. ZINK, lEFFERY J. Football 1-4; Wrestsling 3-4; Letterwinners 3- ZINK, JUSTIN A. Football 1-4; Letterwinners 2-4; Wrestling 1-4. Senior Directory 755 Y Alfeld Don L, 102, 136 MIeger, Dan P 102, 129 Mien Couni Bank 159 Mien Couniy Sheriif 11 MwJne. Pam a R. 46. 79. 85. , 1-18, Amanda ' s Baker) 180 Amsiutz, Amy M 59, 70, 79, 97. 132 Amsiutz, John A 21, 148. 184 Amsiul2, Mr. Jerry 60. 61, 94, 121, 160 Anchor Room Book Store 163, 173 Anderson, Knsiie S. 19, 140 Anjulo, Elizabeth A. 140 3 Antil, Jim 148. 184 | Appalachian Trail 88 | Arbys 21, 145 I Armstrong. George 114 | Arnold, Jeffrey 68. 69, 102, 136 An no. 111 Artherhulls, Mr. Randall 60, 61, 92, 93, 94, 97, 99. 121 Artherhults. Randy A 92. 93. 97, 129 B B Speed Shop 169 Bachinsky, Michelle E 79. 97, 136 Bailey, Dana S. 148. 164 Bailey, David 102, 132 Baker, Jennifer 102, 132 Baker, Thomas D. 8, 9. 12, 39, 102 119, 144 Baldwm, Jerri A. 8, 136 Baldwin, Tim W. 164 Ball State University 18 Band 102, 103 Bandiios 33 Barker. Erin K 63, 79. 136 Barker. Mrs Patricia 92, 93. 97, 99, 121 , . 87, 148, 184 Barker. Shelly Banle. Wendy M, 136 Baseball 82, 83 Basketball. Freshman Boys 68, 69 Basketball. Junior High Boys 68, 69 Basketball, Junior High Oris 70, 7 Basketball, Reserve Girls 56, 67 Basketball, Reserve Boys 64, 65 Basketball. Varsny Boys 64, 65 Basketball. Varsity Girls 66. 67 Baslian, Rob D. 83, 140 Bates, Tom E, 68, 72, 77, 102. 129 Bauer, Eric D 55, 68, 72, 77, 102, 129 Bauer, Greg E 8, 102, 140 Bauman, Brad J 140 Bauman, Jodi M 87, 136 ndy L 132 r Michael 52, ; , 102, 7Z 786 Index Bennett. Shawn M 55, 69, 132 Bennett, Todd E. 14, 18, 64, 82. ■ 116. 148. 184 Benny, Janice L, 27, 144 Bergstedt, Mrs. Jonell 52, 102, i; Sertoli, Mike 3. 55. 65. 68, 136 Bertsch. Matt W. 17, 52. 98, 99, Holding cotton to his ear, Ted Hewitt donates blood dur- ing the Red Cross Blood Drive, which is one of the many events that Student Council sponsors during the year. Do- nors must be seventeen and in good health. photo bv fane Reece Beyeler, Denise L. 74, 102. 103. Beyeler. Ti«ha M 97, 136 Biddle. Malt S. 136 Bishop, Caria J 144 Bishop, Debbie K. 148, 184 Bishop, Joe D 97. 132 Bubv. Jodi A 132 Blake, Angela R 112, 144, 198 Bloom. Kate A 102. 132 Blotkamp, Chad A. 55. 136 Blolkamp. MatI A. 68. 129 Blotkamp, Scon R 72, 132 Blotkamp, Shane D. 55, 72, 77, Blue Mountain Cafe 8. 9, 33 Bollier. Jennifer L. 74, 78, 79. 8t t 16, , 52. 53, Bonia, Julie 79, 144 Bonlrager, Mrs- Cnstal 121 Botanical Gardens 109 Bottoms, Mr Steve 126 Boward, Tracey L. 74, 132 Boyce, Jill R, 95, 144 Boyce, Kelly L. 97, 129 Brandenberger, Lois A. 144. 196 Brandenberger, Ted C. 136 Brandt, Melanie L. 24, 26, 81. 85, 1-J 145 Breakfast Club 44, 45, 151 Brewer, Jim M, 144 Bricker, Chuck R. 129 Brimner, Jason A. 55. 77, 129 Broda, Mike E 55, 102, 112, 136 Brouse, Robert A 102, 140 Blown, Katina L. 129 own. Kayle S 62. 74, 79, 86, 97. 129 Brown. Kraig R 29, 100, 148, 151, 153, 184 Brown. Laura A. 56, 95. 140 Brown, Leon 102 Bryan, Frank J. 72. 102, 129 Bryan, Terri L. 97, 140 Bute, Dain T. 15, 52, 77. 115, 140 Bute, Mrs. Helen 127 Buhr, Dawn M. 144 Burketi, Pam 136 Burns, Shana A 66, 67, 79, 102, 140 Busch Gardens 34, 129 Busch, Rick E 55, 72, 136 Busch, Tracy L 12, 16, 21, 38, 39, 41 8 1, 87, 112, 148, 184 Busch, Tunde J. 62, 79, 86, 97, 129 Busche, Edward 15, 83, 144, 199 Business 92, 93 Butler. Angela C. 23, 136, 198 Butler. Mr. Lyie 121 Butler, Nikki E. 102, 132 Butler. Scott E 81, 97, 136 Butt. Mr Richard 19. 115, 120, 198 Byler, Scott L. 102. 136 Byler, Shane A. 102, 129 Byler, Sheldon W 144 C C Market 175 C Z Carpet Calipso Styling 177 Carey, Dan L. 102, 132 Carey, Jami L. 13, 91, 144 Carey, Mr Donald 19, 64, Carnes, Brad P. 55, 69, Carpet Upholstery Cleaning 170 Cartwright, Cheryl L. 79, 144 Cass, Meg C 59, 70, 78. 79, 97, 132 Castator, Dave B 19, 20, 21. 149, 184 Castator, Doug D, 102. 103, 136 Caswell, Paula J. 149, 184 photo by lane Recce LIBRARY WORKERS, (front row): Mrs. Pepple, Cretchen Korte, Stephanie Fisher, Jo- die Halt, Jennifer Kretler, Naya Fryer, Jonelle Ulrich. (back row): Tina Froheip, Kristie Anderson, Dawn Coolman, Phuong Huynh. Craig, Beih 81, 112 Creative Hands Co-op 156 Cfick, Dan T 64, 65, 136 Crick, Mike A. 97, 140 Crott, Charles W 144 Crooks, Cherie C 46, 116, 149. 184 Crooks, Terry L 52. 118. 149, 184 Crosby, Mr, Ronjid 106. 121, 179 Tami-L 70. 74, 97, 129 Croteau, Amber M. 97, 132 Croussore, Daleen D. 30, 122 Crowe, Rhonda J 74. 79, 149, 184 Crowe, Warren A 97, 132 Cunningham, Neal R. 102, 140 Cedar Creek Women ' s Club 111, 122 Cedar Point 2, 84, 103, 128, 133 Chapman, Darrin B. 21, 149, 184 Chavarria, BuHy S. 132 Cheerleading 86, 87, 88, 89 Chi Chi ' s 33 Childs, Mr Mark 200 Chimney Mountains 88 Choir 96, 97 Chrisman. Lance R 27, 65, 83, 140 Chrisman, Tracy D. 149, 184 Christmas 24, 25 Christmas Break 152 Christmas Bureau 24, 25 Christmas Spewing 151 Christmas Wafk 122 Chronister Pharmacy 167 Clark, Bob E. 37. 62, 63. 77. 86, 87, 149, 167, 184 Clark, Jon 97, 132 Clark, Nancy S. 102, 144 Clarksville, Tennessee 200 Class Tourney 28. 29, 30, 31 Clay, Amy M. 36, 37, 62, 63, 79, 85. 136 Clay, Cinny D. 59, 70, 102, 129 Clouse, Sherr S, 149, 164 Clouse, Teri L- 144 Club Olympia 41 Cole, Randy R. 102, 140 Coleman, Dawn 79, 97, 136 Colis. 1 2, 7. College Bound IB, 19 Collier, Dave 102, 144 Collins. Angie C. 43, 97, 140 Collins, Cara L. 102. 136 Collins, Paula |. 79, 97, 129 Collins, Roger L 72. 144 Combs, Stephanie ), 81. 102, 13f Cook. Amy A. 4, 29, 45, 149. 18 ' Cook, Chris T, 2. 136 Cook, Dawn L. 70, 97, 129 Cook, Jason T. 55, 136 Cook, Nathan C. 62, 102, 132 Cook, Rachel S. 140 Cook, Robby C- 55, 68, 69, 136 Coolman, Ann R. 102, 132 Coolman, Bradley R. 48, 52, 72, 148, 149. 152, 184 County Line Cheese 148, 182 County Tourney 158 Couri ! 178 : 109 Day, Connie S. 150, 184 DeLaBarre, Bryon 61, 102, 133 Dearth, Dr Jerry 102 Delagrange, Derek 5. 129 Delagrange, Jonathan W. 136 I, Ms. Tern 66, 67 !. Mitchell I. 65. 140 Dellrnger, Dusty M. 74, 129 Design-An-Ad Contest 111 Dei 1 D Dciw.ler, David 68, 69. 136 Dewiti, Dana A. 59, 68. 79, 97, 133 Diemer, Stephanie D 140 DiLisi. Ray P 25, 133 Dilley, Deanna K, 67, 79, 90, 111, 13 196 . 83, ' Diveibi s, Mr. Ronald 10? IP Diveibi s, Robert E. 62, 68, 77 102. 129 Doctor Kent C. 102. 109 14 Dolsen Chae M 55. 16 Dolsen, Kian M. 150, 184 Donley Alicia A, 64. 44 Donley Amy M. 133 Dougis Lee A. 150. 184 Downie Dr. J. Paul 16  Dowty. Amy L. 4. 12. 30. 150 164 Doyle, Wrs. Phyllis 12 2 Drama :iub 183 Dresne . Michael E. 7 , 1 3 Drew, 1 evin 103, 122 Drill Sq uad 84, 85 1 , 141, 142 Dubach, Mr. Ron 62, 74, 75, 76, Oubea, Craig E, 25, 55, 69, 72, 77, 133 Dubea, Dan L, 72, 77, 136 Duch, Danielle C 27, 67, Dunn, Arthur R 72, 77, 9! Dutch Marie Cabinels 179 Dye, )oe S, 65, 115, 141 Dykhuizen, Tom 6, 8, 14, 150, 151, 154, 155, 184 i ii nrr - photo by Jane Reece STUDENT COUNCIL, (top row): Angy Nixon, Jeff Kimbel, Reann Panchv, Brad Coolman. (second row): Nancy Wyman, Suzanne Hohl, Ken Koons, Kraig Brown, Rachel Palmer, Bob Earl, Shelly Barker, Ted Hewitt, (third row): Lisa Huntington, Karen Lothamer, Erin Barker, Sponsor Mr. Cabet. (bottom row): Christi Meyer, Lisa Yoder, Dina Stovall. ? Frsher, Stephanie L. 141 I I FitzgeraW, Kimberly A- 29, 102, 141 | I 150, 184 I Fitzgerald, Kirk M. 55, 69, 83, 136 Flick, Mr lack 49, 96. 122 FlorirJa 54, 34 Flowers of Crabill 178 Fogle, Beth A. 56, 58, 66, 67, 81, 136 : Fogle, Mane E. 87, 150, 184 Football t , 164 X Index 187 FootbdII Football Fooltull Fresh ma Junior H Varsin a n 54, 55 gh 54, 55 nd Reserv Foreign Fort Wa Language 100, 101 urn oi n Fori Wayne Newspaper Forth, Chad VV 133 Forth, Mike J. 144 Fourth ot u 2. % Fouts, Charlene K 3 Fox Island 109 Frederick, Bradley F 73. 80, 150. 184 Frederick, Kun 5. 51 Frohriep, Oeia M. 9 . 150. 184, ' Frohriep. Tina M. 97 Fulk. Mail A. 55. 72, 102, 133 Fuller, Eric S. 102, 144 Fuller. Jamie W. 52, 83, 102, 136 Fuller, Mrs Linda 127. 136 Furnish, Brandy ). 133 Cabet. Mr. Sieyen 122 Calbraith. David B, 52, 151, 164 Cardt. Dawn R. 49, 151, 184 Carman. Kelley S 144 Carfinger, Andy 114, 115 Carton, lamee T 15, 100, 136 Gaul, Lori B. 59, 70. 102, 133 Gavin Report 172 Gee, Frances I 58, 79, 136 Gehring, Rachel R 67, 141 Geise. Kevin L, 55, 102, 129 Ceise. Kyle 55, 102, 132, 133 Gemini Styling Cerardot, Joelle L. 56, 58, 67, 8 Gibson. Noah E, 135 Glenbrook 2, 25, 33, 120, 165 Glei 184 Golf, Boys 81 Golf, Girls 60, 61 Cong Show 152, 153 Cordon, Sam B. 37, 52, 83, Craber. Marvin Craber, Noah A Grabill Bank 179 Grabill Cabinets Crabill Days 4, 7 ., 67, 81, 92, 93, Cfie , Chad R. 72, 129 , Mrs. Shern 127 Crmstead, Gena 97, 129 Crorud, Trent D 97, 130 Cro«, Carol 121, 125 Cfunden, Jamre A 25, 54, 55, 72. 73, 133 Gruadci lody ,72, . Paulma ). 55,74, 102. 133 , 75 AUDIO-VISUAL WORKERS, (front row): Vicki Grayless, Scott Hamman, Mrs. Phyllis Doyle. (back row): Troy Lengacher, Luke Holley. photo by Paul Newberg 11 H W Hadley, , Wally B 52, 55, 69, 133 la, lason D 69, 133 , Ruby I. 136 Ian Cabincis ell, Dan 172 is, lim E, 52, 151, 184 is, Robyn A 52, 74, 112, 136 is, Todd A, 144 er, Connie I. 56, 58, 136 cr, Darren C. 52, 140, 141 rran, Angela M 56, 59, 141 man, Angela S. 97, 134 man, Chris D. 102, 109, 144 man, lerad L. 72, 134 man, John F 62, 77, 102. 105 ung, Mr Richard 122, 131, 179 cry, Chris T. 25, 151, 184 Hawkins, Mr Rick 54, 55 Hayes, Daniel W 55, 77, 128, 130 Hayes, lenniler 1 79, 134 Health 105 alh, Heidi 5 59, 70, 79, 134 Hechler, Michael R. 136 Hudson, layme 136 Helmulh, Krisli A. 59, 97, 130 Hudson, Kelly D. 142 Help 22, 23 Hudson, Tammy, M. 144 Henderson, Peggy A 97, 151, 184 Hullman, Kimberly K Hepler, Michelle E 144 Hughes, Daniel P- 160 Herman, Theresa L. 105. 119, 144 Huguenard, Ann K. 8, IB, 152, 184 Hershberger, Mark T 41, 112, 147 Hunler, Tina M. 102, 142 Hershberger, Michelle L 130 Hunlinglon, Healher E. 4, 78, 79, 88, Heslermann, Eli V. 55, 63, 134, 144 89, 92, 93, 142 Helrick, Chad 5 102, 130 Hunlinglon, Lisa |. 92, 99, 111, 152, Helrick, Julie A. 141 184, 195 Hetrick, Mike 81, 144, 147 Hunlinglon, Trevor P. 72, 102, 134 HewitI, Jason C 62, 97, 102, 130 Hursh, Palricia J. 56, 67, 97, 106, 144 Hewill, Roberl T, 151, 153, 184 Huynh, Mr. Long 126 Hey, Mr. Michael 83, 88, 104, 105, Huynh, Phong T 11, 102, 130 122 Huynh, Phuong K. 65, 142 Hralt, Mrs. Merry 66, 67, 104, 105 Hidden Picture 21 Highly Able 98, 99 Hiler, Aimee ' E 70, 79, 134 Hill, Patrick M 55, 141 Hilton 165 Hilty, Mary K. 134, 135 Hinkle, Jell M 102, 111, 134 Hinkle, 5cott A. 144 Historical Museum 114 History 114, 115 Hoar, Brian 142 Hoar, Patrick J 21, 151, 184 Hobson, Jo L. 85, 92, 152, 184 Hockemeyer Funeral Parlor Hohl, lulie K. 4, 102, 134 Hohl, Suzanne K 152, 184 Holbrook, Mrs. Mary Lou 120, 123, 195, 200 lemma, Samaniha, C 4, 15, 21, 28, 32, Holle, lenniler J. 62, 97, 130 38, 41, 43, 112, 152, 153, 184 Holley, Luke E. 59, 110, 144 Imbody, Ron W 152, 184 Holwager, Trista 5. 56, 58, 67, 81, 90, Indiana School Board 128 136 Indiana University 18 Home Economics 116 Industrial Ads 117 Homecoming 14, 15, 16, 17 Hope, Jim P. 102, 136 Hope, Laura L. 63, 102, 144 Hormann, Shanna C. 59, 70, 78, 79, 102, 134 Horner, Alison M. 97, 142 Horner, Bill D. 54, 55, 130 Hosier, Julie J 56, 57, 66, 67, 152, 184 Hosier, Matt T 102, 144, 197 Houser, Matt D 55, 136 Houy, Andrew P 134 Houy, Claudinc A. 147 Howcy, Brandy J 70, 97, 134 Howey, Tena L. 144 Hubarti, Rachel E. 102, 134 Huber, Leslie L. 70, 86, 134 Huber, Wesley J. 115, 142 Hudson ' s 37 Index 3 95 lacquay, Alana K. 23, 136 Jacquay, Travis L. 52, 64, 77, 144 Jamison, Andrea 59, 74, 97, 130 Jehl, Mr. Kevin 54, 55, 78, 79, 95, )enks, Nikki L. 112, 144 Jennings, Julie L. 59, 70, 97, 134 Jifly Wash 182 Jim Glenn In! Jin Jog-a-Thon 36, 37 Johnson, Brian W. 102, 130 Johnson, Deanna L, 2, 56, 136 Johnson, Theresa ]. 152, 185 Johnston, Christopher J. 181 Jones, Ferdy S. 55, 69, 97, 134 Jones, Cenny M. 81, 102, 112, 142 Jones, Jeff W. 38, 39, 55, 97, 104, 142 Jones, Joy L. 97, 130 Jones, Terri L- 117, 142 Josten ' s 140, 200 Kissner, Cindy L. 67, 89, 142 Kissner, Jerry 67, 137 Kitchen, Nick F. 83, 144 Kitchen, Tami 70, 79. 102, 134 Kite, lason C 61, 104, 142 Kite, Wiley D. 14, 15, 17, 21, 29, 37, 38, 39, 41, 48. 61, 99. 148, 152, 153, 185 Kitzmiller, Paula J 13, 74, 75, 87. 14 Klink Trucking 174 Kloplenslein Construction 158 Klopfenstein Furniture 159 Klopfenstein, Jennie L. 59, 70, 71, i; Klopfenstein, Kelly A- 56, 67, 144 Klopfenstein, Michael j. 77, 102, 13 Knepp, Charlene K, 56, 142 Knight, Jennifer L 97, 130 Knighl, Joseph F 142 Knoblauch, Traci L 142, 194 Knudsen, Jorgen 39, 49, 77, 112, 15J 185, 194 Koch, Shane T. 29, 52, 144 Koch, Troy S. 137 Kochersperger, Karia M 70, 74, 102, 130 Koenig, Greg A 102, 144 Koesier, Chris M. 142 Komei Hockey 165 Koons, Jeflery S. 102, 137 Koons, Kalherine M. 102, 142 Ladd, lohn P. 102, 132, 135 Laird, Gary R. 29, 52, 83, 145 Laird, Lori R. 59. 97, 135 Lake. Douglas E. 16, 45, 52, 64. 83, 153, 185 Lake, Mati R. 55, 69, 135 Lake, Mrs. Connie 114, 123 Lake, Tammy L. 81, 145, 194 Land, Lisa, R. 43, 81, 118, 153, 185 Laniz, Bruce A. 72, 130 Larimer. Mr. Jack 59, 79 Larrance, Charles D 69, 72, 77, 102 135 Lash, leremy B. 142 Lash, Paul C 62, 63, 72, 153, 185 Laux, Amy D 137 Laux, Tonya A 97. 145 Lebrechi, Mrs Ruth 59 Lebzelier, Mr Jim 120 Lebzelter, Mrs. Rulh 59, 79, 107. -engache ART CLUB, (front row): Terri Kissell, Debbie Bishop, Sheri Clouse. {back row): Nancy Wyman, Angie Hartman, Lisa Huntington, Jen- nifer Kretler. photo by )o Hobson 1 A MORP 20, 21 MacQueen, Heaihef S 137 MacQueen, Laune A 15, 87. 145 Mahan, Marquiia 3. 60, 61, 145 Mancin.. Ron A 29, 153, 185 Mancin,, Susan A 81, 91. 145 Manger, Mrs )uiie 86. 123 f Marilyns Dance Sludio 171 I Marquardi. Chris R 143 Marquardl, Mrs Lynne 108, 123 Marrin, David 172 Martin, Krisii D 92, 97, 153, 185 Mary Kay Cosmetics 166 Math 106, 107 Ma« Holfman Chevrolel 175 McCann, Norman P. 55, 77, 137 McCann, Rose M. 55, 143, 197 McConneJI, Daryl R. 43, 64, 65, 118, 153, 185 McConnell. Dianne L, 59, 70, 79, 135 McCreary. Mr . Dennis 126. 127 McDaniel. Amy 63, 79, 102, 111. 143 McDaniel. Roberl M 10, 98, 102, 145, 155 McDaniel. Troy L 153, 185 McDonald ' s 21. 145, 148. 150, 151 McHenry, Mr, Bob 54, 55 McKee, |aw n L 54. 55, 68, 72. 77, 97. , Lesley L 27. 143 , Christi L, 16, 30,74,81, 87, 59, 74. 79; 86, 97, 105. i7ga, Wally C 12, 13, 16. 41, 43, 52, 95, 153, 185 55.68. 102, 130 62,70. 97. 135 Renca A 15, 56, 87. 143 , Doug A 54, 55. 72. 117. . Mary 13. 145, 194 Minnick, April S, 56, 78, 79, 145 Mishler. Rick M. 55, 92, 102, 137 Mohlcr. Tara L 135 Moor. Max P 90, 153, 185 Moore. Angela M 87. 137 Moorchcad, Mclany M 85. 137 Morcau, Chns C 55, 68. 130 Morcau. Doug M. 145 Morcau. Man R 33, 65, 145 Morgan, |oyia N B5. 143 Mosicf, Treni C 81, 145 Moss, Sieve M 55. 72, 130 Mozena, Tom O. 138 Mueller, Scol A, 97, 135 Mundy, Mrs Marilyn 114 Nabisco Brands 166 Old Fori 114 NEAR Really 161 Old Lumber Yard Shops 156. 181 Nelson, Willy 155 Olde Brush 177 Neuhouser, Amy ) 56, 66, 67, 81, 143 Oliver, Dawn R 3, 108. 141, 143 Ncuhouser, Chris D 64. 83, 143 Orchard Gallery 120 Neuhouser, Kelly I 28. 87, 154, 185 Oriental Sports 160 Neuman, Kciih A, 39, 52, 65, 76, 77, Orlando, Florida 34 89. 143 Orr, )onnifer D. 59, 74, 78, 79, 102. Neuman, K.rsiin A 21. 112. 154. 185 135 New Era 164 On, Dan W. 69, 138 New York 38, 111 Orl, Leslie L 56. 143 Newberg, Paul R 5, 55, 81, 102, 110. Osborn. Ryan H 102, 135 145 Newport, Scoll A 145 Newspaper 113 | A A Nichols, Alisha D 97. 130 § X L Nichols, Kelly R 154. 185 X Nichols, Shelly 143 Nixon, Angy 41, 46, 48, 85. 108, 154, X Nixon, 138 H No Program 9 M J NoMhcrc ' B ' wLrUno. ' a ' ' Cinema ' T l Mr 126 Noycr, Mr, Ronald 124 McKce. Icfl I 25, 54, 55, 69, 77, 135 McMahan, A.mce 5. 59, 70, 71, 102, 130 Palmi-r, Rachel E 154. 185 Palmer, Steven V. 138 Panchev, Charlci C 39, 143 McN.ece, Krislophef A 5S, 68, 102, ' ' ■ ' ■■-■ 130 McNiece. T.m A. 68, 69, 83. 137 Mcpherson, Elaine A 137 57, 60, 81, 153, 154, 185 Pardincl, lul.anne 56, 57, 70, 124 1 71, 101. ! 790 Index 1 Figuring some geometric equations, Danielle Duch finds more homework can be accomplished in the library than in Study Hall because of the relaxed surroundings. photo by Paul Newberg Rayl, Cynihia D 85, 138 Rayl, Deborah A 143. 146, 195 Rayl, Jennifer K 11, 85 Ream, Thomas ), 72. 102. 131, 146 Rediger Associates 177 Redken Products 170 Reece. Ann M 3, 10. 26, 27, 50. 60, Reidy. Chris 55. 68. 102, 131 Reppert. Alana I 138 Reschly, Dave W 27, 143 Rhoades. Renee ' s 29. 31, 67, 105. 146 Rhoades, Michelle L 74, 75, 87, 138 Richards, Jason W 15, 69, 116, 138 Richards, Jennifer S. 63, 85, 89, 143 Ridderheim, Davtd |. 55, 135 Ridderheim, Joe M 55, 69, 138 Ridderheim, Katie F 20. 21. 30, 154, 185 Parisoi, Shawn A, 74, 79. 130 Parrish, Amy J. 97, 130 Peaches 41 Pearson, Ray A 102. 135 Pee Wee Herman 15, 16 Pence, Chnsia L 74, 79, 102. 135 Pence, Jason R 29, 55, 138 Pence, John D. 145 Pepple. Mrs, Debra 124 Pepsi Co, 168 Perry, Malinda K, 97, 130 Peters, Debbie S, 11, 85. 97, 143 Peters, Lisa K, 30, 79, 146 Peira 172 Ptister, Elaine K, 143 Ptisler, Mary L, 13, 22. 85, 146 Photography 111 Piering, Tara A. 97, 135 Pigeon River 88 Pizza Hut 21. 145, 147, 167 Pizza Prize 161 PlatI, Mr Hal 104, 120 Plan, Mrs Carolyn 124 Platler, Darrin 1 102. 131 Pocock, Mat L, 55, 72. 135 Poe. Marc A, 138. 154 Poe. Melanie A, 102. 154. 185 Poiry, lared ], 97. 131 Poiry. Jennifer L 97, 143 Poling, Shellie L 154, 185 Pongralz. Chris D, 102. 131 Powder Puft 12, 13, 145, 148 Powell, Andy 29, 146 Powell. Marie E 146 Powell. Sam J. 29, 52. 146 icr, Debbie L 102, 131 ler, Jeft D 138 ler, Katharine M. 97, 143 ' ler, Laura I 62, 79, 97, 135 1 40. ■ 138 , 42, 43 , Colby C 55, 77, 135 Roberts, Ben K 55 Roberts, Bobby W, 72, 77, 135 Roberts, David R, 52. 89, 146 Roberts, Matt 55, 102, 131 Roberts, Shannon R. 15, 37, 38. 40, 41, 43, 108, 154, 185 Roberts, Todd 77, 143 Robinson, Andrea R 70, 79. 97, 13 Rock America 32. 33. 133 Roepke. Robin R 146 Rogers. Matt L 154, 185 Rogers. Sara 21. 146 Roman, Daniel M, 83, 89 Rorick, Ms, Sherry 124 Roscoe. Teenya 1 97. 129. 131 Roscoe, Tracy R. 112, 143 Roscoe. Trudy L 97. 146 Ross, Cenea E 74, 102, 131 LETTERWINNERS. (front Rhonda Crowe, Kelly Net ndrely, (ane Reee , Erin Barke (third row): Tammy Lake, Alicia Donley, The ■ann Panchev, Tracy Busch, Cretchc Greg Kelley, Amy Little, Todd Ben , Nancy Wyman, David Alexander, Jeff Zink, Ai photo by Mary Lou Holbrook isa Yoder, Brad Frederick, Brad Coolma , lacquay. (second row): Beth Witte, Ang , )ulie Hosier, Wiley Kite, Sam Gordo Crooks, LaDena Ke Meyers, Doug Lake Amy Miller, Heather Vendrely, Jenny Richards, Jess Zink, Che , Jason Kite, (back row): Jody Grunden, Mary Minich, Jim Yankosky, Dina Stovall, Chri , Bob Clark, John Hartrr Christina L 146. 194 Maxfield Tractor Co. 163 , Stacey L. 59. 70, 131 .oiler, Melissa A. 154, 185 ■y. Kurt A. 35, 111. 146, 195 124 , 57, 58, 68, 69 Schmidt, Mrs. Shirley 116, 122, 124 Schmucker, Ernie J. 135 Schneider, Mr. James 54, 55, 77, 114 Scholastic Art Exhibit 111 Schrein, Ms, Mary 84. 85, 125, 195, Schwaben, Butch R, 31, 55, 143 Schwartz, Allen M 39, 138. 146 Schwartz. Kerry L 146 Schwartz, Sam L 55. 138 Science 108. 109 Seeling. Carolyn M 70. 97, 135 Sellnn. lames R 81 Senioritis Spring Break 45 Shade, Mrs. Connre 127 Shade, Nathan A. 52, 64. 83. 143 Shafer, Tracy R. 59, 70. 79. 97, 135 Shaffer, DDS 171 Shaffer, Douglas ). 154, 185 ,nd Associates 166 lared M, 55, 69, 133. 135 . 55. 143 Sha Sha Sha Shaw, Jeni M, 74 Shaw, Tim L. 55, 65, 68, 83. 138 Shedd Aquarium 109 Sheller Globe 180 Shelton. Adam L. 102 Shoudel : 169 125. . Mar odd f 138 in Dan M. 97 in Ron A. 154, 185 rls M 79, 87, 138, 197 Sons 151, 164 Rochelle L. 13. 146. 194 Diana R 147 Smead Paula J. 36, 62, 63. 66, 67. 79. 143 Smit Amy L. 97, 135 Crystal R 143 Dedna A, 29. 31, Gary R. 55, 69, 7 Smith Mrs. Bernadine 200 Smith Scott 141. 143 Smith Stacy M. 97 Smith Troy £. 63, 143 Smokey Mountains 88 Snellmg Candi L Snidle Robin F. ; Soud. s Geni Sound of Musrc Speech Team 92, Speedy Pr Sprauge, Billy 172 Spring Fe Spring Play-Hello Dolly Springer. Chad E. 8. 102. 138 51 Francis College ni ' St joe Barber Shop 167 St Peler burg Holel 35 Stetren. lonalhan C 102. 131 Sieinhauser. Mr Thomas 13. 76. 77. 106 125. ISJ, 199 Sieinmgct. . m M, 9. 63, 97. 155. 185 Slelle, tr.l 68. 77. 102. 131 Sterling Sentinel Awards 111 Sleury, Kendra S. 97, 173 Stollzfus. Jonathan M. 131 Stoney Creek Stylists 171 Storey, lohnlay P. 72, 131 Stosall. D.na M 39, 63, 75. 81. 86, 87, 145. 147. 198 Slovei. Mr. Jerry E 23. 38. 112. 125, 154, 155 Sirasser. Heidi J 3 . 62. 74, 75. 79. 90. 102. 133. 135 Straughn, Kris E 194 Stuckes. Chad T. 37. 55. 63. 143 173. Stucke . Doug P 69. 102. 135 Stockev Holly M 59. 70. 71. 102. 131 SlucVes. Kim R 102. 155, 165 Stuckey. Kim S 59. 70,71, 131 Sluckev, Mr Phil.p 124, 125 Stuckey, Mrs Dorcas 127 Sluckey. Scoll R. 102. 135 Siuckes, Stud lei Student Council 24. 25 Sluelpe, Dr. Herbert 46. 88. 99, 120 Stuelpe. Jen L. 62. 74. 79. 66. 102. 135 Stuelpe. Joe VV 10. 39, 64 GERMAN CLUB, (front row); Butch Scfiwaben, Kurt Schlatter, Angie Hartman, Cara Collins, ngie Butler, Theresa Herman, Mike Broda, Genny Gottfried, Mandy Gottfried, Jim Hope, Jeff Jones, Jeremy Lash, (2nd row): Tina Frohreip, Sponsor Miss Julie Pardinek, Jennifer Kretler. (back row): Lisa Yoder, Christi Meyer, Michelle Wearley, Alicia Donley, Monte Lengacher, Bob Earl, Joe Knight, Kraig Brown, |lm Earl, Eric Fuller, Greg Koening, Chris Hartman, Sam Gordon, by Paul Newberg Valentine ' s Day 26, 27 k Valentine ' s Day Dance 27 VanDolah, Cmd. A 79 VanLue, Aaron M 29, 52, 72, 73, 83, 67, 147 Tampa, Florida 34 VanLue, Ryan M 54. 55, 68. 72, 77, Tennii, Boys 60, 61 102. 131 Tennis. GirK 8. 80. 81 Vendrely, Angela M 38, 39. 56, 57, The Haunied Carousel 23 102. 155, 185 The Rrders 155 Vendrely. Heather A. 29. 60, 143 Thornhill, Lone L 102, 135 Vendrely. Lorraine R. 102. 131 Thornhill, Mike P 102, 147, 197 Vendrely, Marc A 77. 143 Three Rivers F«t rvat 2 Vendrely, Mrs Marcdith 125 Times Corner Shopping Cenier 120 Verhesi, Mary 102, 131 Top Value 168 Vincent, Dave W 143 Track, Boys 76. 77 Voigt, Melinda B 102, 135 Track, CirU 78. 79 Voigt, Pcler S 102. 143 Trend Co 174 Voirol, Mr. Timothy 126 Tnnity Light.ng Co 169 Voirol, Mr. Roger 68. 69 Tf.v.al Pufiuii 125 Volleyball, Freshman C.rls 58, 59 Troccoh, Karhy 172. 173 Volleyball, junior High 58, 59 Tybof, Kriste M 143 Volleyball, Reserve 56. 57 Tybof. Ph.l T 139 Volleyball. Varsity 56. 57 ,™=-.i.. Vorndran, Riia M 56, 58. 67, 102, 13 i Vorndran. Stephanie E 79, 102, 135 1 ▲ A Vorndran. Teresa M 155, 185 jihow by lane Reece Bos Vysfurfy ng a chemistry assignment, Michelle Egli prepares for her class during time spent in the library. Walden Christmas Boutique 122 Walt Disney World 34 Waltenbufg, Tracy A, 139 Walters, Rob L. 97, 135 Wallon, Mr. Robert 107, 125 Wannemalcer. Rhonda R 85, 147 Ward, Chris ). 147 Washburn, Brad S. 131 Walters Studio 3, 97, 171, 200 Waltley, Mr. Pete 126 Wayne Pipe 165 Wearley, Michelle L. 87. 143 Weaver, lenniler S. 102. 131 Webb. Freddie L. 77, 102, 147 Webb, Paul, R 143 Webb, Sunday M. 12, 21, 155, 185 Weber, Ricky )- 139 Weekends 32, 33 Wellin, Mr. Mick 74 Wells, Jennifer L. 67, 139 Wells, Troy A. 102, 147 Werdehoft, Tina ). 155, 185 Wermer, Mrs Margwen 127 Wenman. David A. 52. 72. 83, 139 Wharf 37 Witt, Kristie K. 155, 185 Win, Tami S. 14, 15, 17, 20, 21, 41. 43, 56. 57, 67. 78, 79, 155. 185 Wiite Barber Shop 169 Witte. Beth A. 15. 29. 39, 40, 41. 4. 74, 87. 155, 185 Wilte, Karen ). 10. 74. 87, 102. 138, 139 Wolohan ' s Lumber 166 Woods, Tony A. 55, 135 Workmger, Ray E. 77. 89 Worman, |oseph W. 55, 72, 131 Worman, Richard 161 Wrestling 72, 73 Wright, Lisa A- 135 Wyman, Nancy M, 56, 155, 185 photo by Paul Newberg Socializing and studying CI ediXe the atmosphere found in the library where students like Gary Laird and Tracy Busch go to visit and get some homework done. Index 793 ip LIFESTYLES: Chris Scheil, Shelly Slentz. jj . l . . . PEOPLE: Deia Frohreip, Gretchen Korte, Sonya Raije. 7Z 794 Staff What An Experience! In yearbook there were the usual headaches and last minute problems yet that made the class challenging and rewarding. Creating our yearbook was full of confusion, from searching for croppers and green triangles to forgetting point sizes and type styles. Pictures were lost, and little record was kept of what pages were finished. Through all the problems of the year, every year- book staff member was looking forward to the day when we could all say, We ' re finished! Considering the inexperience of many staff members, the quality of the work was good. Some had a little trouble writing copy, and others had little sense of design; however, the talents of one per- son made up for the problems of another. Because we spent little time working after school, the last few weeks of school became a mad rush to order pictures, fit copy, and type captions. Mrs. Smith, also new to yearbook, worked with Mrs. Holbrook and Miss Schrein to push the staff in order to complete pages for deadlines and to turn out the best work possible. Being a staff member became an educational experience not only in composition and grammar but also in cooperation and re- sponsibility. Nine months were too short to become excellent journalists, and so we all had to make the most of every moment. We could not afford to argue and demand our own way — there were features to be written and pictures to be cropped. Adjust- ments were made and work was carried on as usual. Even though we were swamped with papers, books, and people, we still found time to have fun. I ' m fat but you ' re ugly, and i can diet, was a catchy phrase one in- genious staffer created. Another two members spent many after- noons entertaining the rest of the staff with song and dance from The Sound of Music. We did not always need crazy antics or funny comments to keep our spirits up. This staff was com- posed of people with super per- sonalities with the determination to get the job done. — Lisa Huntington ADS: Debbie Rayl, Kurt Schlatter. EDITORS: Lisa Huntington, Celeste Schaefer. Staff 795 Munching on potato chips and drinking chocolate milk, Lois Bradenburger and Missy Hampton dine outside during the last week of school. Frustrations and complications described the last weeks of school Burned out. Towards the end of the year that one phrase and one phrase alone described the way most students and teachers felt, complete- ly and without question, burned out. Who wouldn ' t be tired? Term papers were due at the same time book reports had to be handed in. Final exams were just around the corner which meant heavy cramming for most stu- dents, and on top of all the work that had to be done there was the warm sunny weather just tempting students to come outside. These last weeks of school are the hardest for me. Studying is a real chore because rd rather be doing something else. ' ' — Deanna Dilley How cruel studying could be at times when it was so nice outside making it so hard to study, but so easy to leave the books on the kitchen counter. This is what it was like at the end of the year. There was the typical mad rush to get everything done with the sole motivator being the thought of summer vacation. Baseball was almost over, the spring sports were washing their uniforms and handing them back to the coaches for next season. The 600 page textbooks assigned on the first day of school that then seemed like such an over- whelming task to complete now only had a few uncovered chapters left inside of them. The 7Z 196 Closing Soaking up the sun during lunch is a favorite pasttime among students like Kris Sivits who finishes her homework on the school ' s lawn. Hello there! h stuffed teddy bear brought into school by Rose McCann during exam time brightens up the classroom as the year ends. Closmg 97 Best of buddies, Dina Stovall, Basil Wisler and Missy Sutton escort one another out of the school at the end of the dayj Reviewing a class sign-up sheet, Mr. Butt and Chad Stuckey discuss the possibilities of changing his schedule to take a new class. Playing Frisbee in the east parking lot. Angle Butler and Angle s j. ' v ' ! Blake take advantage of some extra time they have outside. • ' 71 198 Closing AcUt CK seniors were preparing for graduation, class of- ficers were being elected, and soon the day would come when everyone in school would fix their eyes on the clocks waiting for the big hand to be on the two and for the little hand to be pointing at the three. But, until that time students made extra trips to the bathrooms and drinking fountains just to kill time. ' ' V live for summer and for the parties, Freimann Square and of course, sleeping in. — Ed Busche At the closing of another school year, there seemed to be an air of excitement in every hallway and in every classroom. Everyone seemed to be preparing for the changes that lie ahead, waiting simply for a break in the every- day routine of school and just sit back and re- lax. Teacher ' s aide, Frazier, accompanies Mr. Steinhauser to school while he finishes grades and room cleaning. Closing 199 w yi Smile! On the last day of school, friends gather together for picture taking and for celebrating the arrival of another summer vacation 7Z 200 Closing m