Lowell High School - Lowellian Yearbook (Lowell, IN)

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ROTC Lets Th eir Brass Shine Each year the Junior Air Force ROTC squadron at Lowell High School hosts a dining out ceremony for cadets and their parents and bes¬ towing on the cadets promotions to a higher rank. This year, for the first time in nine years, a member of the Lowell squad¬ ron, Cadet Lieutenant Colonel John Lindemer, received the National Air Force Association Award. This is one of the highest honors a cadet may re¬ ceive. John qualified for this award by virtue of his participation and dis¬ tinction in many ROTC activities. His ranking in the upper five percent of his class also earned him this hon¬ or. Other cadets were also honored. They received awards and recogni¬ tion for their service in not only ROTC but also in areas as diverse as participating in blood drives, compet¬ ing for scholarships and recruiting new cadets. All participants and guests agreed the ROTC banquet was a perfect way to end a productive year. President of the Mess, Lt. Colonel Robert Lep- Mess, Cadet Lt. Jeff Offut, his promotion to per and his Deputy Commander, Cadet Major Cadet Captain. Donna Decker, present Vice President of the Ron Peddy receives his half of the Odd Couple Cadet Lt. Colonel John Lindemer receives the Cadet Award, an empty six-pack of beer. National Air Force Association Award. 24 ROTC Banquet

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Rosalie, played by Lynn Schlueter. lays her rison - and his assistant, the Incomparable Ro- charm on the owner of the Carnival, Schlagal, salie ’ perform magic on a volunteer, Lisa Of- played by Shawn Clark. utt - The Bluebird Girls from Germany, Lisa Offutt, Diana Jazwinski, Nancy Vandercar, Julie Tom Gunning takes the part of Jacquot, Paul’s DeVine and Sandy Ash, sauce up the Carnival with their song and dance. trustworthy assistant. Tami Gerst and Jill Schlueter “stuck together to play The jugglers, Greg Jazwinski and Brad Donnelly, display one of the many attractions of the part of the Siamese twins. Carnival.

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Vocational Students Honored This year on May 5, 1981, three vocational related organizations saw their planning and hard work pay off in the annual Vocational Banquet. Held in the North Commons, the banquet honored students and their achievement in vocational fields. Entertainment before the banquet, was provided by the Swing Choir. D ave Wietbrock, the President of Vo¬ cational Industrial Club of America welcomed the students and guests of all the organizations, ICE, OEA, and VICA. After the welcome, dinner was served, which was catered by Wilco Foods. The awards were then presented to the outstanding students of the clubs by each sponsor. Miss Nemeth, OEA sponsor, announced the students who placed in District Contest and also the state winners. She also awarded a Most Outstanding Freshman, Sopho¬ more, Junior, and Senior. The officers for next year were announced also. The VICA sponsor, Mr. Blan¬ chard, presented the students who placed at state competition. He also distributed humorous awards to club members. Mr. Kane, ICE coordinator, an¬ OEA sponsor. Miss Pat Nemeth, introduces District I Vice-President, Suzy Cash. nounced each student and his em¬ ployer and gave them certificates of achievement. Everyone present enjoyed an even¬ ing of good company, and good food while honoring LHS students who have distinguished themselves in vo¬ cational related courses. Kevin Swart proudly displays his bronze medal won in state competition. Skip Henson opens the banquet with the invo¬ cation.