Leola High School - Buccaneer Yearbook (Leola, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1968 volume:

Edited by the Buccaneer Staff Leola High School Leola, South Dakota 1968 Buccaneer Table of Contents Dedication .................................... 5 Faculty ....................................... 7 Music ........................................ 11 Sports ....................................... 19 Student Body.................................. 27 Student Life ................................. 41 Features ..................................... 49 Grades ....................................... 57 1 LHS Offers Varied Routine Bruce Morrison inspects the buses before departure on their daily routes. Operation Pitfall, composed of inmates of South Dakota State Penitentiary, had an impor- tant message for today's youth. Mr. and Mrs. La ton Greeno proudly display the cake that was given Mr. Greeno at his birthday party sponsored by the Junior High. Quiet — teacher at work! John Bendewald adjusts the huge boilers that And There Is Time for Everything Glenda Rueb patiently awaits results of the Stop You’re Killing Me1' tryouts. Come on you guys, you've got to get this right. LHS boys receive a vigorous work-out in physical edu cation class. Lengthy halls became a common sight to LHS students as the size of the school plant increased. Spectators often frequented the junior concession stand. Time is behind us, with us, and before us. But in the 1968 Bucca- neer, time is captive. It is our intention to ffcapture,! your memo- ries of this past year. Time moves on and so must we. The knowl- edge and the experi- ence we have gained here will help us to con- fidently face the real- ity of tomorrow. Your Guidance and Leadership Will Be Remembered These were the formative years . .. Because of your sincerity, patience, instruction, and friendship, we are more capable of facing the world we live in. As our way of saying thank you, we, the Senior Class of 1968 dedicate to you, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Hepperle, our 1968 BUCCANEER. 5 Efficient Leadership Aids Growth and Progress The Leola Independent School Board acted as the governing body of the Leola School District No. 2 for the 1967-68 school year. Establishing school policy and the fiscal budget are a part of their work. The mem- bers of the school board are from left: Mr. Oscar Schilling, Dr. Otto Schnaidt, Mr. Gordon Mack, Mr. Donald Zetterlund. Seated from left are: Mr. Frank Serfoss, Clerk; and Mr. Albert Berreth, President. Mrs. Emilie McMillin, treasurer of the Leola School District, completed her twenty-eighth year in this capacity. The Student Council, acting as the elected representatives of LHS students, supervised various Homecoming activities and the Christmas party. Members of the Student Council are third row from left: Sheri Geffre, Linda Schiltz, Marilyn Hoffman, and Colleen Rath. Second row: Nancy Greeno, Secretary-Treasurer; David Harris, President; and Gordon Zetterlund, Vice-President. First row: James Reimer, James Brandner, John Lapka, and Wayne Morrill. James Reimer, junior rep- resentative, decorated the high places in preparation for the annual Christmas Party. 6 FACULTY — Faculty Guides with Future Needs in Mind MR. JAMES ERDAHL High School Principal Student Council Advisor Business MR. CLARK SCHEMP Superintendent MRS. MARILYN WADE Sophomore Class Advisor English MR. DON WADE Music Director Music Theory MR. GORDON SCHANZENBACH Senior Class Advisor History, Government, Economics MRS. LILLIAN KINDELSPIRE Seventh Grade Class Advisor Freshmen Class Advisor Librarian English MR. JEROME SWANSON Senior Class Advisor English, Social Science Ideas They Helped to MR. LOREN GILL Biology, Shop MR. MARVIN MAULE Grade Principal Math, German Develop Will Never Be Destroyed MRS. DORIS HEP PE RLE Junior Class Advisor Business MR. GARY HEPPERLE Physical Education, Science Business MR. RONALD FREY Sophomore Class Advisor Math MR. GARY WALKER Junior Class Advisor Science MR. LATON GREENO Eighth Grade Class Advisor Physical Education, Math The regular bus drivers are from left: Adolph Schaible, Raymond Neuharth, Don Zetterlund, Clifton Tschappat, Art Fauth, Albert Breitag, Lawrence Geffre, Jacob Schaible, Arlyss Blumhardt, Joyce Maze, and Bruce Morrison, owner and operator. The school year began with the introduction of nine bright yellow buses into the lives of rural students This is the first year buses have operated in the Leola district. Their Special Services Contribute to a Successful Year Will you duplicate this test for me ? or What's for dinner? are words often heard by the school secretary and banker, Mrs. Ruth Geffre. Mrs. Geffre, completing her third year of service at LHS, is in charge of lunch room activities and assists the entire faculty with various tasks. Because of increased enrollment, the work of the cooks also increased. Mrs. Irene Swanson, chief cook; Mrs. Pauline Maule, and Mrs. Anna Jakober prepare wholesome meals for over 450 students and faculty members daily. Mrs. Ethel Yost and Mrs. Maggie Bendewald (in background) assist in per- forming this task successfully. A familiar scene to all LHS students is Floyd Ham- merich, chief custodian, and John Bendewald, as- sistant custodian; cleaning the many halls and classrooms of our school. With the school's new addition, their task was greatly increased. These two men have a complete summer program of re- fitting the school for the following year. A place familiar to both stu- dents and faculty members is the nurse's office. Measuring weight and height is only a small part of the duties per- formed by school nurse, Mrs. Arlene Schemp. Her daily routine may consist of eye ex- aminations or something as simple as soothing a slight bruise. MUSIC Fourth row from left: Nancy Greeno, Lynn Koemer, Gerald Noble. Third row: Curtis Merkel, Marilyn Hoffman, Sonya Heupel, David Rath, Kristi Kohlhoff, Charlotte Thomas. Second row: Phyllis Rath, Pam Rau, Debbie Thorpe, Julie Hilgemann, Charles Mehlhaff, Marjorie Opp, Ollie Weisser, Glenda Rueb. First row: Mary Sieh, Valerie Serfoss, and Karen Rau. Band Gains Praise by Practice Participation of the Leola High School band, composed of 39 mem- bers under the direction of Mr. Don Wade, enlivened the concerts with their many snappy selections. In- cluded in these selections were such numbers as Ceremonial Sketch , Shadow of your Smile , National Emblem , I Left My Heart in San Francisco , Bom Free , and Wash- ington Post . Six band students, Glenda Rueb, Joyce Rau, Jennette Bendewald, David Rath, Lynn Koerner, and David Kulm attended a music clinic at Northern State College on November 18, 1967. Leola began its marching career early in the year. This is the first year the band has ever attempted to present a marching show. The band began their marching season leading in their own Homecoming Parade on September 29, 1967. Their next performance was their marching show at the half of the Cres- bard-Leola football game. Next, they became part of the annual Gypsy Day Parade in Aberdeen, and participated for the first time in the marching show at Simmon's Field. Fourth row from left: Owen Maier, Cindy Greeno, Mr. Don Wade, Director. Third row: Amy Neuharth, War- ren Sandmeier, Janice Ketterling, David Kulm, Lee Feickert, Sheilah Smolnisky. Second row: Linda Schaible, Karen Schaible, Joyce Rau, Robert Schilling, Susan Turnwall, David Thomas, Ronnie Schumack, Michael Zacher. First row: JoAnn Guthmiller, Jennette Bendewald, Colleen Rath, and James Reimer. Music Brings Members of other schools joined them in learning to play music that was new and unfamiliar to them. This year's musicians completed their rigorous schedule beginning with the Christmas Concert and finishing Out the Best with the Pop's Concert in the spring. The band, except for eleven seniors whose music career at LHS had ended, brought to a close their year by play - ing for graduation. Finishing up their season, the band took part in the festivities at the University of North Da- kota Ellendale Branch, Home- coming. They received honor- able mention for their final performance. Pirate Singers Hootenize Pirate Singers from left: Gerald Noble, Suzanne Weisser, accompanist; Debbie Thorpe, accompanist; Sheilah Smolnisky, Charles Mehlhaff, Lynn Koemer, Glenda Rueb, Mary Spitzer, David Rath, Karen Schaible, and Mr. Don Wade, director. All-Staters Represent Mr. Wade, LHS Music director, recruited two new members for the Pirate Singers and two new guitar- ists, Debbie Thorpe and Suzanne Weisser. This group practiced in its spare time and participated in the various activities of the music department. Four members of the full chorus from top: David Rath, Mary Spitzer, Glenda Rueb, and Leland Feickert, relinquished some of their spare time for practice to represent Leola at All-State Chorus in Huron on November 10 and 11, 1967. In preparation for this exciting event, additional rehearsals were held at Ab- erdeen Central High School. LHS at Huron Stage Band Swings with Ease Playing its most important role, the stage band entertained as the pit band in the pro- duction of Stop, You're Killing Me! They also took part in the Pops Concert playing a program of classic favorites. Third row from left: accompanist; Jennette Bendewald, drums; Owen Maier, bass; Warren Sandmeier. Second row: David Kulm, Sheilah Smol- nisky, Joyce Rau, Susan Turnwall, Michael Zacher. First row: Amy Neuharth, Kristi Kohlohoff, Charlotte Thomas, David Rath, and Sonya Heupel. Horns A-Plenty Cheer with Our School Center right, first row, trumpets and cornets: Susan Turnwall, David Thomas, Joyce Rau, Ronnie Schumack, Michael Zacher. Second row, Bari- tone Saxophone: Amy Neuharth. trombones: Sheilah Smolnisky, David Kulm, Janice Ketterling. baritone: Colleen Rath. Third row: bass, War- ren Sandmeier. French horn: JoAnn Guthmiller, Jennette Bendewald. Cen- ter left, first row, saxophones: Charlotte Thomas, Kristi Kohlhoff, David Rath, Sonya Heupel, Marilyn Hoffman, Curtis Merkel. Second row, clarinets: Glenda Rueb, Ollie Weisser, Linda Schaible, Marjorie Opp, Mary Sieh. Third row: Karen Schaible, Pam Rau, Phyllis Rath, Julie Hilgemann, Debbie Thorpe. Fourth row, flutes: Valerie Serfoss, Karen Rau. Center, front to back, drums: Owen Maier, Nancy Greeno, Lynn Koerner, Cindy Greeno, and Gerald Noble. Entertaining pre-game and during the half of football games, the pep band aroused ex- tra spirit and enthusiasm from the fans. Their inspired pre- sentation of the ’’Star Spangled Banner brought the fans to a peak of excitement before each varsity game. Fourth row from left: Theresa Schumacher, Norma Kaaz, JoArtn Guthmiller, Phyllis Rath, Sheri Geffre, Glenda Rueb, Owen Maier, David Harris, Allen Guthmiller. Third row: Merilee Gill, Mary Schiltz, Colleen Rath, Julie Hilgemann, Karen Rau, Gerald Noble, Gordon Zetterlund. Second row: Debbie Thorpe, Janice Walker, Linda Schaible, Carol Schiltz, Mary Lee Geffre, David Rath, James Reimer. First row: Mr. Don Wade, director; Pam Zantow, Valerie Serfoss, Charlene Gisi, Marilyn Hoffman, Karen Schaible, Joyce Rau, and Lynn Koerner. Music Permeates Mixed chorus, composed of 61 mem- bers, under the leadership of Mr. Don Wade, presented music that truly filled the atmosphere. They sparked their concerts with many outstanding numbers. New musical compositions learned this year pro- the Atmosphere vided an added variety for this sea- son's performances. These perfor- mances are Antiphonal Hosanna , Like an Eagle , Sound of Music , Hymns and Fuguing Tunes , Try to Remember , Chim Chim Cher-ee , and Hello Dolly . Accompanists Assist at the Keyboard These three pamper the keyboard by accompa- nying the chorus and individual soloists. The accompanists are from left: Mary Sieh, Jen- nette Bendewald, and Glenda Rueb. Fourth row from left: David Thomas, Ralph Kranzler, Sheilah Smolnisky, Mary Spitzer, Marjorie Opp, Mary Sieh Sonya Heupel, Violet Schill. Third row: Henry Heagley, Cindy Greeno, Valerie Morrill, Nancy Shafer Shrrley Lechner, Linda Heupel, Vivian Harris. Second row: Charles Mehlhaff, Roger Mclntire, Nancy Greeno Betty Pat Heibel Edith Sandmeier, Lavonne Beaver, Victoria Lechner, Pam Rau. First row: David Kulm, Lee Feickert, Beth Rath, Karyn Schmidt, Pam Albrecht, Ollie Weisser, Karyl Schmidt, Jennette Bendewald, accompanist. Voices Burst Forth This years chorus completed their hectic schedule that began with the Christmas Concert and finishing with the Pop's Concert in the spring. They also took part in the musical comedy Stop, You're Killing Me! The chorus presented their final performance at the Baccalaureate service. Fourteen seniors sang in their final concert ending their sing- ing career at LHS. Ooops! What happened? All’s quiet!! Get those throats open!!! Volunteering their after school time, a group of seventh and eighth graders practice with Mr. Wade. Because their efforts produced encouraging results, they performed in the Pops Concert. Third row from left: Gwendolyn Counts, Bonita Geffre, Stuart Neuharth, Gregory Haux, Tom Thorpe, John Geffre, Brian Breitag, Susan Swanson, Rhondi Heibel. Second row: Kimberlee Gill, Rosalie Haux, Karen Serfoss, Terrill Heibel, Amy Neuharth, Judy Rath, Josephine Lapka, Linda Shelbourn, Laurel Schneider, Deborah Kracke. First row: Mr. Don Wade, Director; Leona Kallas, Jean Zetterlund, Myra Kaaz, Shirley Shelbourn, Suzanne Weisser, Jane Beaver, Mary Kulm, Susan Glasman, Jacqueline Dockter, and Ollie Weisser, accompanist. Music Department Reaches Magazine Goal LHS's music department successfully com- pleted their annual magazine drive. With the money received, the music department bought a tape recorder and extra choir gowns. Selling $150.00 worth of magazines, Susan Turn wall, high salesman, helped boost the total towards this year's goal. For her ef- forts, she received a three piece set of luggage. Two very busy girls, Sus- an Tumwall and Jennette Bendewald, have undertaken the job of filing and sort- ing music in their spare time. SPORTS Back row from left: Coach Frey, Jerome Schaffner, Stewart Neuharth, Larry Nesby, John Geffre, Lee Rau, Greg Haux, Roger Schilling, and Coach Walker. Fourth row: Pat Tumwall, Danny Sieh, Donald Geffre, Billy Hoffman, Terry Kamm, Wayne Bre- itag, Ronald Erdman, Tom Thorpe, and Terry Kline. Third row: Henry Heagley, Elmer Smolnisky, Bruce Bonnet, Gailen Geffre, Lance Gill, Dale Zetterlund, Wayne Morrill, and Douglas Breitag. Second row: Glenn Fischer, Charles Mehlhaff, Steve Geffre, Jim Reimer, Arden Sieh, Charles Glaesman, Les Merkel, and Allen Guth- miller. First row: James Brandner, Jerry Kaul, Gordon Zetterlund, Ralph Kranzler, Kenneth Shafer, Jerry Serfoss, David Rath, and Terry Morrill. 20 Pirates Have Disappointing Season Football Schedule We They Aberdeen 13 26 Northville 7 32 Doland 0 73 Eureka 12 42 Ipswich 27 59 Cresbard 27 26 Groton 23 47 Selby 27 14 Denotes Conference games. The Leola Pirate gridders ended up with an unsuccessful record of two wins and six losses. The high hopes of the Buc's were quickly diminished as they blundered through the Aberdeen Junior game. The Pirates then lost four in a row to North- ville, Doland, Eureka, and Ipswich. They then squeaked past Cresbard by one point, dropped a game to a tough Groton team, and beat Selby for the season finale. Senior lettermen are, back row from left: Coach Frey, James Brandner, Terry Morrill, and Coach Walker. Front row: Jerry Kaul, Gordon Zetterlund, Ralph Kranzler, Kenneth Shafer, Jerry Serfoss, and David Rath. The three coaches pictured above worked hard to bring their teams to a successful season. This season also has been a beneficial learning season as Mr. Frey brought his B squad to a 15-2 record. Mr. Hepperle led his team to a very good season as the Pirates captured the District IV title and went on to runner-up spot in Region I. Mr. Walker worked with grades 5-8 in intramural basketball. This will provide the nucleus of teams to come in LHS. Coaches Help Athletes Achieve Goals The L club, functioning as an active or- ganization in LHS, sponsored many sock hops during the year. The officers are as follows: President, Allen Guthmiller; Vice-president, James Reimer; and Sec. -Treas., Charles Mehlhaff. The L club bought the crests seen on the lettermen's blazers. Eighth row from left: Allen Guthmiller, Gailen Gef- fre, and Jerry Serfoss. Seventh row: Arden Sieh, David Rath, and Terry Morrill. Sixth row: Charles Mehlhaff, Jerry Kaul, and Glenn Fischer. Fifth row: James Reimer, Robert Schilling, and Terry Kline. Fourth row: Lee Feickert, Elmer Smolnisky, and Lance Gill. Third row: Wayne Morrill, James Brand- ner, and Wayne Fischer. Second row: Henry Heag- ley, Bruce Bonnet, Pat Tumwall, Randy Rau, Jerome Lapka, Douglas Breitag, Gordon Zetterlund and Don- ald Geffre. First row: Ralph Kranzler, Kenneth Shafer, David Geffre, Charles Glaesman, Ron Schu- mack, Les Merkel, and Steve Geffre. 21 Standing from left: Lee Feickert, James Reimer, Gailen Geffre, Robert Schilling, Steve Geffre, Allen Guthmiller, Jerry Serfoss, David Geffre, Terry Kline, Ralph Kranzler, Jerry Kaul, and Charles Glaesman. Kneeling: Pat Tumwall and Charles Mehlhaff, student managers. Basketball Schedule We They Bucs” Win District IV Title McLaughlin 64 53 Hosmer 70 25 Faulkton 65 38 Roscoe 87 41 NorthviHe 67 72 Hecla 59 50 Aberdeen Jrs. 76 64 Eureka 72 45 Groton 53 61 Ipswich 66 67 Doland 62 74 Cresbard 97 76 Hoven 71 64 Britton 51 61 Groton 68 70 Frederick 63 55 Aberdeen Jrs. 64 67 Eureka 86 64 Denotes Conference games. Eureka Tournament We They Linton 68 66 Ipswich 82 73 District IV Hecla 62 60 Frederick 75 53 Region I Veblen 90 53 Britton 48 63 Fall One Step Short of State Coach Hepperle's A-squad fin- ished a successful season by end- ing up with runner-up place at Region I. They started by win- ning four, before losing to North - ville. The Pirates then beat Hecla, the Aberdeen Juniors, and Eureka before encountering three losses at the hands of Groton, Ipswich, and Doland. Linton gave Leola a scare in the first round of the Eureka tournament, but Leola went on to win both nights and capture the winner's trophy. The season ended with three losses and four more wins, with victories over Frederick and Eureka included. The Bucs opened District IV tournament play by squeaking past Hecla, then trouncing Frederick the next night. They then traveled to Webster to pick up the runner- up trophy by smashing Veblen be- fore fading in the finals to Britton. Back row from left: Dale Zetterlund, Kevin Lapka, David Thomas, Douglas Breitag, Glenn Fischer, Donald Geffre, and Elmer Smolnisky. Kneeling: Les Merkel, Lance Gill, Clayton Otterstetter, Wayne Breitag, Billy Noble, Henry Heagley, and John Lapka. B” Squad Gains Experience Allen grabs a rebound. Block it, Ralph! Jerry Serfoss Forward Gailen Geffre Guard Jerry Kaul Guard Pirates Show Depth in Winning Season Charles Glaesman Guard Robert Schilling Center Lee Feickert Guard David Ge££re Steve Ge££re Ralph Kranzler Forward Center Forward Experience Provides a Successful Season Terry Kline Jim Reimer Allen Guthmiller Forward Forward Center 25 The members of the cross-country team include from left: Wayne Fischer, Randy Rau, Jim Reimer, Robert Schilling, Jerome Lapka, and Lee Feickert. Pirates Place Seventh in Cross-Country Meet In Leola’s second season of cross-country, the team did very well. At the State meet they placed seventh as a team. At this meet 172 runners started, but only 149 finished. Leola placed Jim Reimer, 7th; Robert Schilling, 31st; and Wayne Fischer, 41st. The team participated in four meets in preparation for their trip to Brookings for the State finals. Qualify Three for State Track Meet September 15 September 23 September 30 October 7 October 20 Leola Huron Aberdeen Timber Lake State Meet Cross-Country Schedule 26 Tentative Track Schedule Redfield Relays - April 16 Aberdeen Relays - April 27 Ipswich Jaycee - April 30 Groton Relays - May 3 Britton Relays - May 4 Conference Meet - May 7 Regional Meet - May 11 State Meet - May 18 The five returning junior lettermen compose the nucleus of a fine young track team. It includes many individual standouts, especial- ly in distance running. Since there is only one senior out for track, this years team lacks experience and depth. Underclassmen made a valiant attempt to bring home the honors. These five junior boys were the track lettermen. They are standing from left: Robert Schilling, Allen Guthmiller. Kneeling: Wayne Fischer, Jim Reimer, and Charles Glaesman. STUDENT BODY Knowledge Is the Product of Time Jennette Bendewald Sharon Bonnet James Brandner David Geffre Debbie Geffre Merilee Gill Nancy Greeno Marjorie Gisi 28 We Grow into Leadership David Harris Keith Hoffman Arlene Kallas Ralph Kranzler Owen Maier Gerald Kaul Terry Morrill David Rath Gerald Noble 29 Time Is Given to Us to Be Used in Service Phyllis Rath Pam Rau Rosa Rogers Warren Sandmeier Patrick Schaf finer Linda Schiltz Curtis Schumacher Gerald Serfoss Kenneth Shafer 30 Knowledge of Our Duties Is an Essential Part of Life Mary Spitzer Dallas Tschappat Sheilah Smolnisky Susan Turn wall Arlene Vilhauer The senior year is probably the busiest of all high school years. As leaders of their class, the senior class officers assisted in planning many senior activ- ities. They are from left: David Rath, Secretary- Treasurer; Arlene Kallas, President; and Terry Mor- rill, Vice-president. Dates We Will Remember Homecoming College Night Trip to Pierre Skip Day Government Day Baccalaureate Graduation September 28, 1967 October 23, 1967 January 25, 1968 April 26, 1968 May 2, 1968 May 19, 1968 May 24, 1968 31 Juniors Gain in Leadership and Knowledge An erupting volcano added excitement to the Junior-Senior Prom. The Junior-Senior Prom held on May 9, 1968, ended months of preparation by the junior class. Conduc- tion of a concession stand at all basketball games provided financial aid in the reproduction of a Para- dise Isle the theme of this year's prom. Sponsoring of the first Sadie Hawkins Dance held at LHS con- tributed to a very busy year. The juniors applied their efforts to English III, American history, shorthand, Shop III, physics, and Algebra II. With their third year of high school be- hind them, the juniors anxiously await their last sail at LHS. Lavonne Beaver Janet Brandner Charlotte Erdmann Glen Fischer Wayne Fischer Mary Lee Geffre Sheri Geffre Steve Geffre Vickie Geffre Charles Glaesman Allen Guthmiller Edith Hoffman Marie Kruger Betty Lapka 32 J uniors Look Forward to Future Accomplishments Loel Lapka Charles Mehlhaff Leslie Merkel James Reimer Glenda Rueb Robbie Sandquist Linda Sc hill Robert Schilling Carol Schiltz Delbert Schrum Ronnie Schumack Arden Sieh LaVonne Skott Lester Spitzer The junior class officers are from left: Glenda Rueb, President; Linda Schill, Secretary-Treasurer and Vice-president. Behind their efficient leadership the juniors produced a successful prom. 33 Sophomores Prepare for Big Year Pamela Albrecht Bruce Bonnet Douglas Breitag Sharmain Fischer Charlotte Fuehrer Gailen Geffre Lance Gill Geraldine Glaesman Cindy Greeno Vivian Harris Henry Heagley Betty Pat Heibel Linda Heupel Sonja Heupel June Hoffman Sandy Kamm Terry KLine Lynn Koemer Linda Kracke Jerome Lapka Kevin Lapka Shirley Lechner Leslie Loebs Roger Me In tire Curtis Merkel Wayne Morrill Three male members of the sophomore class, who carried out their class's activities for the 1967-68 school year are from left: Terry Kline, President; Dale Zetterlund, Secre- tary-Treasurer; and Henry Heagley, Vice- president. 34 Sophomores Acquire Higher Position and More Responsibility Sponsoring the Valentine Dance and initiating the freshmen highlighted the 1967-68 school year for LHS Sophomores. Hailing to be the largest class at LHS with 49 members, the sophomores endeavors included: English II, German, Shop II, geometry, and biology. With another successful year behind them, the sophomores look for- What do you think, innocent or guilty? ward to future accomplishments. Linda Schaible Mary Schiltz Karyl Schmidt Karyn Schmidt Dianna Schrum Theresa Schmacher Valerie Serfoss Nancy Shafer Mary Sieh Dianne Skott Elmer Smolnisky Patrick Tumwall Paul Vilhauer Ollie Weisser Dale Zetterlund 35 Freshmen Begin Sail in Pete’s Ship Ronald Erdmann Donald Geffre Jack Geffre Joyce Geffre Arlen Gehring Charlene Gisi JoAnn Guthmiller Julie Hilgemann Billy Hoffman Bruce Hoffman Kathy Hoffman Marilyn Hoffman Patricia Hoffman Norma Kaaz Correen Kindelspire Albert Kruger David Kulm John Lapka Victoria Lechner Billy Noble Mr. Walker enlightens the minds of the freshmen, while John Bendewald brightens the room with a new light bulb. Freshmen Contribute to Sports and Music Jane Opp Clayton Otterstetter Karen Rail Deborah Rath Jeanne Rath Karen Rau Vernetta Rohrbach Edith Sandmeier Dean Sandquist Violet Schill Diana Schumacher Danny Sieh Patricia Sperle Keenan Stoecker Charlotte Thomas Chosen as leaders of the freshmen class the freshmen class officers successfully guided their class through their first high school experiences. They are from left: Debbie Thorpe, President; Donald Geffre, Vice- president; Jo Ann Guthmiller, Secretary- Treasurer. Debbie Thorpe Norman Tschappat Wanda Zelmer Initiation by the sophomores officially adopted 38 freshmen into the student body. Quickly ad- justing to high school life, they applied themselves to general business, general science, Algebra I, Shop I, and English I classes. The freshmen's first responsibility, the Hallo- ween Party, held on October 30, 1967, proved them capable of great achievements. With their first year completed, the freshmen await their three remaining years at LHS. Eighth Graders Prepare for Future at LHS Wayne Breitag Gwendolyn Counts Allen Duvall Larry Nesby Amy Neuharth Dennis Ottenbacher Roger Feickert Bonita Ge££re Kathleen Ge££re Judy Rath Gail Rogers Mavis Scherbenske Vonnie Geffre William Geffre Kimberlee Gill Karen Serfoss Brian Skott Tom Thorpe Cheryl Gisi Sandra Guthmiller Terrill Heibel John Turn wall Suzan Valentine Gayland Weisenburger Terry Hoffman Myra Kaaz Terry Kamm Suzanne Weisser David West Jean Zetterland Kristine Kohlhoff Jimmy Kolb Eileen Lapka Josephine Lapka Peggy Lapka Valerie Lechner Merle Lewis 38 May 24, 1968 marked the end of grade school days for 39 eighth graders. Their high school days now lie chal- lengingly before them. The eighth grade officers are from left: Terry Hoffman, Secretary; Judy Rath, Vice-president. Kneeling: Larry Nesby, President. Seventh Graders Adjust to Junior High System Jane Beaver Marilyn Berreth Brian Breitag Mavis Kindelspire Dale Kolb Deborah Kracke Jacqueline Dockter Joann Geffre John Geffre Mary Kulm Charles Lapka Michael Lewis Linda Geffre Kerry Gill Susan Glaesman Stuart Neuharth Paulette Ottenbacher Terry Pudwill Gregory Haux Rosalie Haux Rhondi Heibel Don Pudwill Leland Rau Jerome Schaffner Noella Heyd Evelyn Hoffman La Dean Hoffman Roger Schilling Laurel Schneider Amie Sc hock Leona Kallas Casey Kamm Greg Ketterling Susan Sieh Susan Swanson Barbara West Joan Wolf Mike Zacher Randy Zantow As leaders of their class the seventh grade officers spent a busy year; they are standing from left: Mike Zacher, Vice- president; Greg Haux, Presi- dent. Seated: Mavis Kindel- spire, Treasurer; and Marilyn Berreth, Secretary. 39 Students Strive for Knowledge and Know-how Oh! Go blow. Ter- ry demonstrates his physics experiment results. English IV students listen as Mrs. Wade explains Shakespeare. A little learning is a dangerous thing; Drink deep, or taste not the Pierian spring: There shallow drafts intoxicate the brain, And drinking largely sobers us again. Pope Aren't you done yet? Office practice of- fers an opportunity to sharpen secretarial skills. Do you understand? Mr. Frey instructs sophomores on the fundamentals of geometry. STUDENT LIFE Chatter Staff Gathers News Members of the PIRATE CHATTER staff are third row from left: Mr. Gordon Schanzenbach, Advisor; Debbie Thorpe, Margie Gisi, Linda Schiltz, Jennette Bendewald, Betty Lapka, Sharmain Fischer, JoAnne Guthmiller, and Arlene Kallas. Second row: Cindy Greeno, Betty Pat Heibel, Charlene Gisi, Margie Opp, Sheilah Smolnisky, Linda Schaible, and Sheri Geffre. First row: Glenda Rueb, Business Manager; James Reimer, Sports Editor; Susan Turn wall, Editor; Nancy Greeno, Editor; Robert Schilling, Sports Editor; and Linda Schill, Business Manager. Monthly production of the PIRATE CHATTER requires the co-operative effort of twenty-one staff members. Attempts are made to cover every newsworthy happening at LHS. The PI- RATE CHATTER is printed in association with the McPherson County Herald, Lowell Shannon, Editor. Producing a successful paper requires group effort. Susan and Nancy, under the direction of Mr. Schan- zenbach, assigned, collected and proofread all paper stories. Bob and Jim carefully inspect the sports section be fore it is printed. The BUCCANEER staff responsible for production of this year's annual are from left standing: Mr. Jerome Swanson, advisor; David Harris, co-editor and photographer. Seated: Jennette Bendewald, music editor; Susan Tumwall, grade editor; Gerald Serfoss, sports editor; and Linda Schiltz, co-editor. Buccaneer Staff Records the Time of Our Life With the transition to summer delivery, the annual staff had added time to compile and pro- duce the 1968 BUCCANEER. Many of the ideas for this years annual were obtained by Linda Schiltz and Jennette Bendewald when they at- tended journalism camp last summer at South Dakota State University at Brookings. Jennette worked diligently on the music section. Charles Melhaff also assisted in preparation of the yearbook. Supporting the team at all Pirate games and boosting school spirit to its apogee characterized the activities o£ the Pep Club. The use of pep buses aided them in carrying their school spirit to out-of-town games. The performance of humorous skits also added sparkle” to pep rallies. The members of the Pep Club are ”L” from left: Norma Kaaz and Violet Schill. Second row: Jane Opp and Susan Turn wall. Third row: Jeanne Rath and Edith Hoffman. Fourth row: David Rath and Valerie Morrill. Fifth row: Sharmain Fis- cher, President; Arden Sieh, Debbie Thorpe, JoAnn Guth- miller, Charlotte Fuehrer, and Linda Kracke. Sixth row: Phyllis Rath, Glenda Rueb, Charlotte Thomas, Julie Hilge- mann, June Hoffman, and Diane Skott. ”H” first row from left: Kathy Hoffman, Edith Sandmeier, Bonnie Treftz, and Karen Rail. Second row: Theresa Schumacher, Karyl Schmidt, Vivian Harris, and Janet Brandner. Third row: Patty Sperle, Diana Schumacher, Wanda Zelmer, Linda Heupel, Sharon Bonnet, and Sonya Heupel. Fourth row: Karen Rau, Marilyn Hoffman, Debbie Rath, Mary Spitzer, Carol Schiltz, and Margie Gisi. Fifth row: Linda Schill, Karyn Schmidt, Arlene Kallas, and Arlene VUhauer. Sixth row: Pam Rau, Nancy Shafer, Pam Albrecht, and LaVonne Skott. S first row from right: John Zacher, Charlene Gisi, Joyce Geffre, Mary Sieh, Pam Zantow, Bruce Bonnet, Margie Opp, Jennette Bendewald, Ollie Weisser, Cindy Greeno, Shirley Lechner, Geraldine Glaesman, Beth Rath, Sandy Kamm, Betty Pat Heibel, Joyce Rau, Lavonne Beaver, Valerie Serfoss, Loel Lapka, Ronnie Schumack, Linda Schiltz, and Mary Lee Geffre. Cheerleaders from left: Karen Schaible, Betty Lapka, Mary SchUtz, Sheilah Smol- nisky, Linda Schaible, Nancy Greeno, Colleen Rath, and Sheri Geffre (not shown). Cheerleaders and Pep Club Lead in Support of the Pirates Come on you Pirates! is a frequent battle cry led by this group. The A Cheerleaders are of primary importance in boosting and maintaining school spirit. Members of the A cheering squad are from left: Sheilah Smolnisky, Sheri Geffre, Betty Lapka, and Nancy Greeno. We’re All the Way for LHS The Bombers were cheered on to a very successful season by four Hey! That was great, cheered enthusiastic fans as the Pirates trounced the Frederick Vikings to become the new District IV Champs. peppy sophomores. The B Cheerleaders are from left stand ing: Linda Schaible, Karen Sch- aible. Kneeling: Colleen Rath, and Mary Schiltz. Moments Passed in Reading Prove Invaluable Phyllis Rath, Mary Sieh, and Sharon Bonnet were among those who donated their time Mrs. Lillian Kindelspire, school librarian; has faithfully to various library duties throughout the ' •+ QrnOO pa y served as Library Club advisor throughout her teaching y career. Mrs. Kindelspire oversees the activities of the entire library and instructs new members on the funda- mentals of mending books and filing. A sudden increase in the search for knowledge ? No, it's simply a small part of the library clean-up. Library Club members are, fourth row from left: JoAnn Guthmiller, Betty Pat Heibel, Linda Schill, Phyllis Rath, Sheilah Smolnisky, Glenda Rueb, and Valerie Morrill. Third row: Julie Hilgemann, Violet Schill, Cindy Greeno, Edith Hoffman, Nancy Greeno, and Susan Turnwall. Second row: Jennette Bendewald, Marilyn Hoffman, Gladys Haux, Debbie Thorpe, Betty Lapka, Karyl Schmidt, Joyce Rau, Advisor, Mrs. Lillian Kindelspire; and Linda Schiltz. Front row: President, Sharon Bonnet; Secretary and Treasurer, Sheri Geffre; and Vice-President, Ollie Weisser. Father Knows Best” Boys are the funniest things! Father..........................David Harris Mrs. Anderson.......................Pam Rau Betty...........................Debbie Thorpe Bud.............................Glenn Fischer Kathy...........................Charlene Gisi Ralph Brinkworth....................Jerry Kaul Patty...........................Marjorie Opp Janie...........................Vivian Harris Ramona..........................Glenda Rueb Mr. Brinkworth .........................Terry Morrill Perkins ........................Joyce Geffre Officer Johnson.................David Geffre Mrs. Wembly.....................Margie Gisi Mrs. Jones..................Sheilah Smolnisky Mr . Woolsey ...................Sheri Geffre Repair Man................................Pat Schaffner Bud's Friend...................Gerald Serfoss Stage Hands......Keith Hoffman and Ken Shafer MR. JEROME SWANSON ..................DIRECTOR It was one of those days! This three-act comedy by Kristin Sergei pre- sented February 9, 1968, dealt with Father's futile efforts to confine his family’s activities to home. Through his attempts to solve the family problems, he turns their six room house into a courting parlor for Betty, a basketball court for Bud and friends, a meeting place for his wife Margaret and the garden club, and a playground for Kathy. At the same time all these activities are taking place, one of Mr. Anderson's insurance clients, Mr. Brinkworth, stops in to check over and sign a large policy. Unbeknown to Father, it is his son who he thinks has just eloped” with Betty. When the police come with his son, Brinkworth is really angry, and they both end up in court. After having a chance to think about the man who stands apart from the crowd , Brinkworth signs the contract, and Father concludes things are back to normal . Chin up, Terry! Takes hours getting this casual look. Stop, You’re Killing Me!” Chorus presents the opener, It's a Great Night for You'd better change your attitude, Mrs. a Murder . Trager. Principal Cast Stop, You're Killing me! by Weiser, Davis, and Polhamus. Ted Lifton.......Charles Mehlhaff Lightning flashed, thunder cracked, and the lights flickered. Corinne ...............Sheri Geffre Three were dead. But who would want to kill us? Lifton, Casey................... David Kulm the director or Miss Kell, the pinched faced nurse, both of Bruce Chalmers.......Gerald Noble whom had their career ruined by Mr. Trager. Mr. Wilcox, the Mrs. Morton ......... Marjory Opp lawyer, might stand to benefit if they were dead. Larry Wilcox.........David Harris Was anyone with you, Casey? AndCorrine? Ellen Trager ......... Glenda Rueb Mr. Chalmer, where were you? Mrs. Trager ............. Pam Rau But, it was Mrs. Morton, the housekeeper, who after Miss Kell ........... Vivian Harris twenty-one years of devoted service thought the Tragers Baines ............Leland Feickert didn't want her around anymore. Her partner, Alfred the chauffeur, was interested in the money. MR. AND MRS. DON WADE................. It's over! We can breathe again. DIRECTORS FEATURES Students Enjoy 42nd Ranking as the best dressed of the Pirate Clan, these six students received prizes for their creative efforts. They are from top: Pam Zantow. Second row: Bonnie Schmidt, Lorie Shannon, and Henry Heagley. First row: Ricky Haux and Darrell Erdahl. Homecoming Seniors chosen as 1967 Homecoming Royalty are from left: King David Mr. Erdahl and Mr. Schemp survey Pirate Day Activities. Queen Nancy and King David Reign over Pirate Clan Rath, Queen Nancy Greeno, Sheilah Smolinsky, James Brandner, Arlene Kallas, Terry Morrill, Linda Schiltz, and Gordon Zetterlund. Homecoming activities ended with the annual dance on September 29, 1967. Both alumni and students danced to the pleasant music pro- vided by the Glaciermen. Another Homecoming had passed, but everyone has a special memory which will not pass: to the Freshmen - it was the excitement of initi- ation; to the football play- ers - it was the game we didn't win; to the Seniors - it was the realization that this was their last Home- coming. A bright bonfire, a noisy parade, and the suspense of coronation all added up to one of the more fun filled weeks within the entire school year. Experiences Enrich Our Lives Aim between the two big freckles! Students and parents were on hand to observe Pirate Day activities. But Jack, it will make you feel like a new person! 52 My mother told me there would be days like this! A Time Witch” We Will Remember What's come between us? Julie Hilgemann, chief fortune teller, gazes into Danny Sieh's future. Ghosts, goblins, and witches appeared at the annual Halloween Party held on October 30, 1967. Complete with fortune teller and spook house, the freshmen party brought back many old traditions. Debbie Rath and Lee Rau, judged as the spookiest of them all , won the costume prize. Hearts and Streamers Set a Romantic Mood Members of the sophomore class worked hard in preparation for the Valentine dance. The Rubber Band provided an evening filled with music for those who attended the Valentine dance, February 10, 1968. A love seat, red and white stream- ers, and an array of hearts created a romantic mood for the occasion. Queen Betty Lapka, and King Wayne Morrill reigned over the evenings activities. Other mem- bers of the royal party included: Sonya Heupel, Mary Sieh, Glenda Reub, Allen Guthmiller, Terry Kline, and Jim Reimer. Queen Betty Lapka and King Wayne Morrill say, Thank you. Keith Hoffman wills his nine- teenth birthday to the junior class. The Small Town Trio asks, Would you like to be a cowboy too? ' Paradise Isle” Creates South Pacific Atmosphere Following months of planning and hard work the night of the Junior- Senior Prom finally arrived. Flam- ing tropical birds, a fiery volcano, and palm trees greeted the guests on May 9, 1968. Hula dancers, a performance by the Small Town Trio, and dance music provided by the Glaciermen aided in emphasizing the central theme, Paradise Isle. The Glaciermen provided air conditioned music in a tropical atmosphere. LHS Recognizes Individual Characteristics David Harris and Mary Spitzer represented LHS at the American Legion Stater programs last summer. Linda Schill and James Reimer, 1968 Boy and Girl Stater, will attend the programs this June. 56 Susan Turn wall, chosen as Leola's Daughter of American Revolution candidate, was se- lected because of her dependability, leader- ship, and patriotism. Working in their spare time, three LHS stu- dents prepared selections to present at the district declamation and poetry reading con- test. They are from left: Arlene Vilhauer, Mary Sieh, and Pam Rau. Arlene Kallas, scoring high- est on the local Betty Crocker's Search For the Homemaker of Tomorrow Test, received a letter of congratulations and a pin for her achievements. GRADES Third row from left: Patricia Geffre, Connie Heider, Melvin Kallas, Brian Hoffman, Jeffrey Merkel, Bonita Grandbois, Cindy Weisser, and Denise Hoffman. Second row: Todd Lapka, Kevin Kallas, Kim Jundt, Elizabeth Erd- mann, Jerome Mack, Robin Henderson, and Julie Mack. First row: Joyce Feickert, Margo Hauff, Miles Blumhardt, Karl Lapka, Dale Geffre, Dennis Erdahl, Jeffrey Kessler. Teacher: Mrs. Merkel. Kindergarteners Prepare for First Grade Upon completion of the most recent addition to the physical plant, the graders settled down to the business of study within the new facilities. Grades three and four began this year in the country school houses on the north side of the elementary building, which was no doubt disappointing to some rural students looking forward to their new school. The graders' curriculum is ever expanding as the classes have physical education, chorus, band, and basketball with foot- ball, the newest addition. A developmental reading class, under the direction of Mrs. Bernice Pade, helps the students improve reading skills. Kindergarten, taught by Mrs. Lois Merkel and Mrs. Imogene Greeno, started on March 25, 1968. The forty-four kinder- garten students met full days during the last nine weeks. Students enrolled in grade school reached a new high of 315. Third row from left: Gary Schumacher, Lynne Schemp, Bryon Zantow, Denise Grandbois, Gail Valentine, and Jane Yost. Second row: Arlene Zumbaum, Gregory Rogers, Beverly Morrison, Lori Schnaidt, Julia Serfoss, Jeffrey Sc hnaidt, and Kevin Steckler. First row: Mike Walt man, Lowell Morrison, Kevin Rath, Glenn Treftz, Kurtis Sandquist, Valerie Zandstra, and Curtis Duvall. Absent: Daryl Walker and Leslie Meyer. Teacher: Mrs. Greeno. 58 Reading Skills Develop with Practice Reading skills are developed with the help of Mrs. Pade. Third row from left: Duane Jakober, Scott Kolb, Lori Shannon, Clark Neuharth, Patricia Schumacher, Jennifer Rau, Alfred Zantow, Anthony Hoffman, and Pamela Weiszhaar. Second row: Glen Mack, Evengline Hoffman, Melvin Schanzenbach, Jacklynn Mack, James Serfoss, James Sayler, Corrine Schumacher, and Boyd Rempfer. First row: Carla De- Wald, Scott Lapka, Doreen Merkel, William Taylor, Kim Henderson, Georgiann Lapka, Dean Geffre, and Charlene Yost. Teacher: Mrs. Helen Rexinger. T Pamela Weiszhaar, Clark Neu- harth, and Scott Kolb lead the parade. First Graders Adjust to School Schedule Third row from left: Marsha Geffre, Sally Greeno, Vincent Brandner, Jeffrey Waltman, Michael Adam, Noreen Schaffner, Norman Potratz, and Colette Hoffman. Second row: Candice Lechner, Eugene Geffre, Debra Bender, Donald Breitag, Jeffrey Ottenbacher, Cheryl Swanson, John Schanzenbach, and Keith Kracke. First row: John Guthmiller, Roger Hoffman, Debra Weisser, Pearl Sperle, Kurt Scott, Charlotte Yost, and JoAllen Heyd. Teacher: Mrs. Phil Young. Third row from left: Amy Heagley, Larry Henry, Dean Rogers, Philip Feic- kert, Donald Fuehrer. Second row: Martin Keim, Thomas Geffre, Cindy Schumacher, Brian Nesby, Glenn Rath. First row: Donna Potratz, Jenny Hoffman, Myles Sandquist, Glen Geffre, Linda Mack, Rick Haux. Missing from picture: Rick Grandbois, Douglas Lapka, Tammy Kolb. Teacher: Miss Munger. Second Graders These boys are making things out of dirt and sand. Gain Useful Knowledge Third row from left: Karley Hoffman, Lorraine Geffre, Wanda Huber, An- geline Hoffman, Wayne Heyd, Laura Erdmann, Ronnie Duvall. Second row: Tom Kolb, Kathleen Schumacher, Rhonda Schnaidt, Janell Ketterling, Michael Kallas, Charles Valentine. First row: Lori Buechler, Rhonda Layton, Dar- rel Schrum, Patricia Morrison, Melody Weisser, Wendell Kallas, Carla Mer- kel. Missing from picture: Martin Geffre. Teacher: Mrs. Weishaar. 60 Third row from left: Lyle Schumack, Gabriel Kallas, Richard Geffre, Jeffrey Wolf, Jason Gill, John Geffre, Earl Weisenburger. Second row: Janis Schaffner, Dean Schock, Debbie Geffre, Gary Mack, Terry Bonnet, Susan Bender, Curtis Schnaidt, Marcia Mack. First row: Daniel Yost, Kent Weiszhaar, Gerry West, Anthony Haux, Larry Kallas, Bruce Hen- derson, James Buechler. Missing from picture: Brenda Hoffman. Teacher: Mrs. Mardian. Mrs. Mardian receives full at- tention when explaining a story. Third Grade Achieves Half-Way Mark Third row from left: Charlene Geffre, Clyde Ottenbacher, Timothy Stein- wandt, Donald Thorpe, Julie Potratz, Donald Guthmiller, Keith Liedle, and Theresa Geffre. Second row: Cindy Jundt, Wayde Blumhardt, Janet Schu- macher, Nancy Scherbenske, Regan Keim, Bobbie Lapka, Ruby Zantow, and Kriste Schnaidt. First row: Jerome Hoffman, Julie DeWald, Mardell Gisi, Susan Kulm, Judy Schock, Gary Jakober, Tamara Weisser. Teacher: Mrs. Maule. 61 Third row from left: Mitchell Keim, Rodney Schumacher, Marcia Hoffman, Tacy Charron, Perry Fischer, and LaDonna Kallas. Second row: John Val- entine, Jerrillyn Heyd, Kurtis Kolb, Joyce Ketterling, Douglas Kindlespire, Cheryl Kracke, and Dale Hoffman. First row: Melody Meyer, Peggy Shaf- er, Jamie Merkel, Donna Rath, Marilyn Weisser, Marsha Lechner, and David Lapka. Absent: Susan Yost, Keith Morey, and Wade Weiszhaar. Teacher: Mrs. Kulm. Playing in the dirt is something every boy experiences. Fourth Graders Complete Successful Year Third row from left: John Swanson, Carolyn Sieh, Wayne Mack, Michael Mauel, Ray Geffre, Cynthia Skott, and Jerry Jasmer. Second row: Lori Gill, Wanda Henderson, Peggy Hoffman, Wesley Tschappat, Kathy Neu- harth, Allen Scherbenske, and Douglas Merkel. First row: Susan Geffre, Bernadette Kallas, Marcie Jundt, Mickey Skott, Lynn Nesby, Dennis Schrum, and Debra Schmidt. Teacher: Mrs. Hoeft. 62 Third row from left: Terry Jundt, Debra Blumhardt, Melvin Zantow, Bonnie Schmidt, Greg Brandner, Wanita Hoffman, Robert Serfoss, John Schumacher, Debbie Geffre, Timothy Wolf. Second row: Monica Rott, DuWayne Pudwill, Dianne Rath, Nancy Ottenbacher, Dwight Neuharth, Peter Feickert, David Yost, Geraldine Geffre, Wanda Keim, Leo Kindlespire. First row: LeRoy Grandbois, Diane Glaesman, Cindy Guthmiller, Michael Lapka, Robin Rau, Wade Lechner, Patricia Kulm, Patricia Schemp. Teacher: Mrs. Roesch. Fifth Graders Continue Their Journey Third row from left: Joan Henderson, Brenda Wolff, James Zandstra, Donna Fuehrer, Lloyd Breitag, Molly Greeno, Gary Rath, Joann Rogers, Darrell Erdahl. Second row: Shirley Kallas, Terry Taylor, Sandra Hoffman, Robert Sperle, Douglas Lewis, Peter Weisser, Mary Sandquist, Terry West. First row: Cheryl Treftz, Kathryn Geffre, Terrance Ketterling, Bruce Geffre, Neil Dockter, Charlotte Hoffman, Debbie Glaesman, Charlotte Hoffman. Teacher: Mrs. Jundt. 63 Third row from left: Roy Geffre, Kenneth Sayler, Richard Wolff, Janice Scherbenske, Terry Zetterlund, Marcia Hoffman, and Gary Rueb. Second row: Terry Steinwandt, Gail Geffre, James Thorpe, David Taylor, Janice Ketterling, and Randy Lechner. First row: David Erdahl, Danny Schumack, Mark Rath, Dale Nesby, Gilberta Meyer, and Wanda Hoffman. Absent: Randy Schumacher. Teacher: Mrs. Turn wall. Sixth Grade Advances to Junior High avav Sixth graders exhibit school spirit. Third row from left: Debra Mack, David Tschappat, Barbara Lewis, Cynthia Brandner, Colin Schaffer, Craig Blumhardt, and Lynne Skott. Second row: Quintin Ehley, Paula Henderson, John Guthmiller, Karen Rueb, Richard Val- entine, and James Hoffman. First row: Cindy Haux, Jerome Heyd, Bob Jak- ober, Lee Geffre, Shane Boyle, Gary Duvall, and Sandra Buechler. Teacher: Mrs. Goodrich. 64 B” Band Awaits Advancement Many grade students in band become members of new groups. This year a B and C band be- gan under the direction of Mr. Don Wade. Stu- dents devote their free time to this activity be- tween 12:10 and 12:30 several days a week. The band participated in the Christmas, Spring, and Pops Concerts. Several members of the B band play in the high school band also. Third row from left: David Erdahl, Peter Weisser, and Roger Schilling. Second row: Paula Henderson, Jane Beaver, Jacqueline Dockter, Karen Serfoss, Cheryl Gisi, Suzanne Weisser, Judy Rath, Stuart Neuharth, Janice Ketterling, Mark Rath, and Terry Zetterlund. First row: Karen Rueb, Wanda Hoffman, Barbara West, Susan Swanson, Gregory Haux, Mike Zacher, Gary Rueb, and LaDean Hoffman. •� C” Band Learns Music Fundamentals Third row from left: Peter Weisser. Second row: Patty Schemp, Patty Kulm, Dwight Neuharth, Marcia Hoffman, and Patty Hoffman. First row: Kathryn Geffre, Molly Greeno, Bonnie Schmidt, Robert Serfoss, Joan Henderson, Neil Dockter, and Terrance Ketterling. Absent: Debby Blumhardt and Debbie Geffre. 65 Successful completion of twelve years of school is a worthy attri- bute. From the first through the twelfth grade eight students attended school in the Leola Public School system. Members of the Twelve Year Club are third row from left: Gerald Serfoss and James Brandner. Second row: Susan Tumwall, Ralph Kranzler, and Sheilah Smolnisky. First row: Merilee Gill, Margie Gisi, and Dallas Tschappat. The Moving Finger Writes, and Dear Diary, Today we awakened to a very startling realization — our days at LHS have come to an end. I guess everyone of us will take special memories with them as they walk across the stage to receive their diplo- ma --a special smile or a favorite class. But we must move on. The Moving Finger writes and is now waiting to carry us down many different paths in life. We are embarking on a future that we hope will make us useful and honorable to our fellow men. We must strive to seek, to find, and not yield. Senior Class of 1968 Clark Schemp, Superintendent; James Erdahl, principal; Wil- liam McDermott, Speaker; and Albert Berreth, President of the Board of Education; stand as Reverand Lloyd Miller gives the Benediction. Having Writ, Moves on” Baccalaureate services held Sunday, May 19 with Rev. Lloyd Miller, began the final week for the Class of '68. Commencement speaker McDermott told the seniors the goals which eluded past generations may also elude them and reminded the class of its motto, Act well your part for there all honor lies. Class Colors Burgundy and White Class Flower Chrysanthemum Graduated seniors await congratulations in the re- ceiving line. Directory of Senior Activities JENNETTE BENDEWALD - Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Pep Band 1,2,3,4; Stage Band 3,4; Accompanist 3,4; Soloist (Horn) 3; Library Club 1,2, 3,4; Pep Club 1,2, 3, 4; Paper Staff 2,3,4; Annual Staff 4; Music Secretary 4. SHARON BONNET - Chorus 3; Library Club 1, 2, 3,4; Pep Club 1,2, 3, 4. JAMES BRANDNER - Student Council Rep. 4; Football 4; Let termen s Club 4; All-School Play 3; Homecoming Royalty 4. LEE FEICKERT - Student Council Rep. 1; Boys Quartet 2; Band 1, 2,3,4; Chorus 1, 2, 3,4; Pep Band 3; Stage Band 1,2,3; All-State Chorus 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3,4; Track 1,2; Crosscountry 2,3,4; Lettermen's Club 2,3,4; All-School Plays 1; Musical 4. DAVID GEFFRE - Basketball 3,4; Football 3,4; Lettermen's Club 3,4; All-School Plays 3,4; Musical 4. DEBBIE GEFFRE - Library Club 2; Pep Club 1, 2, 3,4; All-School Play 1, 2. KEITH HOFFMAN - Stage Manager 3, 4. ARLENE KALLAS - Student Council Rep. 3; Class Officer 2, 4; Library Club 1, 2, 3; Pep Club 1, 2, 3,4; Paper Staff 2,3,4; Betty Crocker Home- maker 4; Homecoming Royalty 4; Best-Dressed Pirate 3. GERALD KAUL - Student Council Rep. 2; Class Officer 1; Chorus 1; Basketball 1,3,4; Foot- ball 4; Cross Country 2; Lettermen's Club 1,3,4; All-School Play 2, 3, 4. RALPH KRANZLER - Student Council Rep. 3; Chorus 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 1,2, 3,4. OWEN MAIER - Class Officer 1,2; Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Band 1,2, 3,4; BasketbaH 2; Football 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3; Lettermen's Club 3. TERRY MORRILL - Class Officer 4; Football 2,4; Track 2; Lettermen's Club 4; All-School Play 4; Homecoming Royalty 4. MERRILEE GILL - Band 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3; Library Club 1, 2, 3; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All-School Play 1, 2. MARGIE GISI - Library Club 1,2,3; Pep Club 1,2,3,4; Paper Staff 2,3,4; All-School Play 1,2,3,4. NANCY GREENO - Student Council Rep. 4; Class Officer 1; Band 2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Pep Band 2,3,4; Sextet 3; Library 1,2,3,4; Pep Club 1,2, 3, 4; Paper Staff 2, 3,4; Annual Staff 3; All-School Play 1,2; Homecoming Royalty 4; Musical 3; Cheerleader 1,2, 3, 4; Student Council Officer 4. DAVID HARRIS - Student Council Rep. 1; Chorus 2,3,4; Camera Club 2; Annual Staff 4; All- School Play 3,4; Boy's Stater 3; Musical 3,4; Student Council Officer 4. GERALD NOBLE - Boys Quartet 2; Band 2,3,4; Chorus 2,3,4; Pep Band 3,4; Pirate Singers 4; All-School Play 3; Musical 3,4. DAVID RATH - Class Officer 4; Boys Quartet 1,2; Band 2,3,4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 2,3, 4; Stage Band 2,3,4; Pirate Singers 3,4; All- State Chorus 4; Football 4; Lettermen's Club 4; Pep Club 4; Pep Club Officer 4. PHYLLIS RATH - Band 2,3,4; Pep Band 2,3,4; Chorus 2,3,4; Library Club 1,2,3, 4; Pep Club 1, 2,3,4; Annual Staff 3; Pep Club Officer 4. PAM RAU - Band 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 2, 3, 4; Library Club 2, 3; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All-School Play 2,3,4; Musical 4; Declam 3,4. ROSA ROGERS - Pep Club 3. 67 Directory of Senior Activities WARREN SANDMEIER - Student Council Rep. 3; Band 2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Pep Band 2,3,4; Stage Band 3,4; Football 1,3; Track 1; Letter- men's Club 1,3; Pep Club 1. PATRICK SCHAFFNER - Chorus 2; Basketball 2; Football 2, 3; Track 2, 3; Lettermen's Club 2, 3; All-School Play 2,4. LINDA SCHILTZ - Student Council Rep. 4; Li- brary Club 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Paper Staff 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty 4. CURTIS SCHUMACHER - Band 1; Track 2. GERALD SERFOSS - Class Officer 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1,2; Letter- men's Club 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 3,4; All-School Play 3,4. KENNETH SHAFER - Basketball 1,2; Football 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2; Lettermen's Club 2,3,4; Stage Manager 3. MARY SPITZER - Chorus 1, 2, 3,4; Pirate Singers 3,4; All-State Chorus 4; Library Club 1,2; Pep Club 1, 2,3,4; Annual Staff 3; All-School Play 2; Girl's Stater 3; Cheerleader 2,4. DALLAS TSCHAPPAT - Chorus 1,2,3. SUSAN TURNWALL - Band 1, 2,3,4; Pep Band 1, 2,3,4; Stage Band 3, 4; Soloist (Horn) 3; Li- brary Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Paper Staff 2,3,4; Annual Staff 4; DAR 4; Music Secretary 4. ARLENE VILHAUER - Chorus 3; Library Club 1,2; Pep Club 1, 2, 4; Declam 3,4. GORDON ZETTERLUND - Band 1,2,3; Chorus 2, 3,4; Pep Band 3; Basketball 1,2; Football 4; Track 1,2; Stage Band 3; Lettermen's Club 4; Homecoming Royalty 4; Musical 3, 4; Student Council Officer 4. SHEILAH SMOLNISKY - Class Officer 2,3; Band 1, 2,3,4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Band 2,3,4; Pirate Singers 3,4; Library Club 1, 2,3,4; Pep Club 1,2, 3,4; Paper Staff 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 3; All-School Play 1, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty 4; Cheerleader 1,2,3,4. Study hall bull session in progress. Arlene Kallas discusses skip day with the senior class.