Mercer County High School - Highlander Yearbook (Harrodsburg, KY)

Text from Pages 1 - 248 of the 1985 volume:

Mercer County Bio v School Volume 30 9 3 7 iVi oberly Tfcoad Harrodsbur , KentueK 40330 The Move On August 21st students embarked upon the first day of an adventure that they would have to undergo for the next 175 days. The adventure was the many changes that made the twin semesters become new and different from any they had encountered before. There seemed to be a mountain of the usual studies and homework coupled with newer crackdowns on education that made the peak seem impossible to reach. The students and teachers were greeted by many new changes. Perhaps the first one noticed was the new bell. Sophomore Lisa Reams com- mented, “When ever the bell rings it sounds like it’s time for the elevator to load.” As the students changed their summer lifestyles to include homework, classes, tests, and clubs, they had to suffer in class rooms that sweltered with heat, but most students were inspired to study harder because scholas- tically, Mercer ranked thirteenth in the state. This was a big jump from previous years, which made the students very proud. A big surprise that hurt everyone’s wallet was a change in textbook policy. Instead of free books, there was a four dollar fee for each book. To many students this meant a cut back in spending money. Even though everyone was getting ready for homework to do and tests to take, most still found time to cruise McDonald’s and Beaumont Plaza. As the first few weeks of school passed everyone settled into the routine. It was time for clubs, tests, and ballgames. The adventure had begun. Students are now required to stay in the lunchroom after finishing lunch. Marsha Cheek, Sandra Derringer, qnd Susan Gibson simply discuss weekends, boyfriends, and homework at the lunch table. At the start of each year, the basketbll players must go through conditioning and tryouts. Jerry Mattingly attempts to block a pass from Mark Darland during tryouts. Choosing a theme for the annual is a busy time for the staff members. However. Gay la McCloud. Robin Reichenbach, Kim McGuire, and Melissa Goodlett find time to look through the pictures taken by the professional photographer for the color layouts. As the chorus begins work on their Christmas program, members must practice with their respective groups. Marsha Sanders, Hallie Burger, Carolyn Short, and LaShannon Chilton, the altos, sing with the accompan- iment of Mrs. Gay O’Banion. Riding the bus to school requires students to get up very early each morning. Tasha Edwards uses the time to sleep while Karen Merriman rushes to get her homework for first hour finished. Carolyn Prewitt and Tina God bey must sell items from the Kit-n-Kaboodle to raise money for FHA activities during the year. Last year the state legislature passed a bill requiring schools to charge a rental fee for all textbooks. David Wade reluctantly hands over his four dollars to Miss Betsy Sale in exchange for a geometry book. OPENING 3 The Climb As the cool temperatures settled in students began prepar- ing for a busy fall. The mountain peak was not yet in view and the climbers had far to go. The athletic season proved to be an exciting one. The football team began its season with a 3 • 0 record, a first at Mercer. The cross country teams lived up to their reputation as they brought home victory after victory. The band was busy not only pepping up the crowd, but also earning many trophies. Athletes were not the only active students. Many seniors were preoccupied with taking the ACT, as were many juniors with the PSAT. Studying seemed to be inevitable for the college bound. Many of the students got into election spirit as Ronald Reagan defeated Walter Mondale for the Presidential office on November 6th. “It was a total blowout!” commented Debbie Hayslett about the final results. However, while some students, like Deb- bie, were concerned about who would be our next President, others were more concerned about getting out of school for Election Day. Although students worked extremely hard at school, they still found things to do that broke the monotonous bore of classes. Homecoming week proved to be a good excuse not to study, as students prepared for the game and dance. Thanksgiving break was a welcomed one, even though it was only two days long. After students returned, they drudged past bare trees over a bed of crimson leaves to enter the winter months. The peak came into sight. An epidemic of broken limbs came through the doors of the school this fall. One victim was Paula Bowen, but. even though her entire leg was in a cast, Paula could not be stopped from cheering at the Homecoming football game. She did, however, need some assistance from Melanie Brogle before she was ready to cheer. Being a member of the band requires many years of dedication. Cindy Goodlett has been a band member for four years. She says that she enjoys the band because she likes music, being around other people, and having fun. Although many students dread receiving their report cards, Emily Burks and Anessa Mobcrly enjoy receiving theirs. They make it a competition to see who has the highest marks. To add fun to learning, the Robin Hood players portray Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, and other characters from Mark Twain’s novels. Both students and teachers have many responsibilities. Along with teaching school. Mrs. Reda Johnson is taking Advanced Children's Literature and Elementary Cur- riculum as she works for her Rank I degree in Library Science. A cheer rises from the crowd as Todd Goodlett runs in for yet another touch- down. The crowd has had many chances to cheer as the Scotties are on their way to the best season in the school s history. OPENING 5 The Peak As the winter season began, instead of hibernating, many students became more active. The basketball team began their seasons hoping that their weeks of conditioning would pay off. Many of the clubs got into full swing by attending conventions and doing community projects. As Christmas rolled around everyone found that more things than expected had to be done. The drama class had to add final touches to their Christmas production as did the chorus and the band. The yearbook staff was busy meeting their first deadline. Christmas shopping had to be taken care of and parades needed to be watched. As students were waiting for Christmas vacation to arrive, the forgotten semester exams jumped in front of them. Any night of the week one could look into the gym and see a basketball game in action. For most students this was the only form of entertainment during the snow covered days, but as soon as Christmas break arrived everyone was off visiting rela- tives or just sitting by the fire. After the cold winter days began to warm, many students as well as teachers started to feel the symptoms of the annual disease known as “spring fever”. The weather was warm and spirits were high as thoughts turned toward the Prom and spring vacation. Spring break soon arrived. Although it lasted only two days, students realized that all their hard work had finally paid off. They had reached the peak of the journey. Seniors are always very busy. Along with preparing for her marriage and completing her school assignments. Luann Royalty is expected to dress up for Halloween and remember to bring her money for her graduation robe. After the annual PTO performance, the drama class presented The Magic Well. The Prince (Todd Gash) and the Old Hag (Kindra Reed) try to save the dragon (Cindy Tewmey) before it dies of a spear wound in its tail. r Everyone always anxiously awaits the arrival of the Highlander. However, after signing a number of them. Glenda Cornish must look to Sharon Crane for something to write. Billy Eldridge wonders if it is worth the trouble to take college-preparatory classes as he realizes that he has homework in three classes and tests in the other two. Socializing in front of school after lunch is one of the few privileges that seniors are still allowed. OPENING 7 STUDENT LIFE 9 After numerous attempts to conquer the ski slopes of Denver, Colorado. Todd Gash pauses to give his sister. Misha, some helpful hints. Breaking the Monotony A Chance to Take Flight and Escape Any teacher knows that when a student is staring glazedly at the bricks in the wall, head hung limply on a supporting hand, that student’s mind is on something besides proving triangles congruent and balancing tenses. It isn’t uncommon for students’ minds to drift away to faraway and exciting places. Thus, it isn’t surpris- ing that their bodies follow that path at the first opportunity, when the VACATION! battle cry is heard. Vacation spots are as numerous as the members of the student body. Many enjoy exploring the assets of nearby Appalachia, while others drift off to coastal areas of the U. S. Some even visit foreign areas of the Bahamas, Mexico, and Europe. Not all students get the privilege of vacationing. However, they make the best of it by gathering with friends uptown or swimming at Herrington Lake. Each individual student has his own technique of putting aside the pressures school can inflict. Breaking the monotony maintains the collec- tive sanity of the student body. 10 STUDENT LIFE STUDENT LIFE 11 SEVENTH GRADE COUNTRY SINGER ROCK SINGER COUNTRY GROUP ROCK GROUP COUNTRY ALBUM ROCK ALBUM ACTOR ACTRESS RADIO STATION CAR CLOTHING VACATION SPOT TEACHER CLASS MAGAZINE T.V. SHOW EXPRESSION HANK WILLIAMS. JR PRINCE ALABAMA ZZ TOP ALABAMA: ROLL ON PRINCE: PURPLE RAIN MR T BO DEREK 9414 CAMARO Z-28 BLUE JEANS FLORIDA BRENDA FLOYD PE TEEN A TEAM IT S COOL EIGHTH GRADE COUNTRY SINGER HANK WILLIAMS. JR ROCK SINGER PRINCE COUNTRY GROUP ALABAMA ROCK GROUP DURAN-DURAN COUNTRY ALBUM ALABAMA CLOSER YOU GET ROCK ALBUM PRINCE: PURPLE RAIN ACTOR JOHN STAMOUS ACTRESS HEATHER THOMAS RADIO STATION 94 4 CAR CORVETTE CLOTHING BLUE JEANS VACATION SPOT FLORIDA TEACHER BRENDA YOUNG CLASS PE. MAGAZINE TEEN T.V. SHOW DAYS OF OUR LIVES EXPRESSION •PSHYCHE NINTH GRADERS COUNTRY SINGER ROCK SINGER COUNTRY GROUP ROCK GROUP COUNTRY ALBUM ROCK ALBUM ACTOR ACTRESS RADIO STATION CAR CLOTHING VACATION SPOT TEACHER CLASS MAGAZINE T.V. SHOW EXPRESSION HANK WILLIAMS. JR PRINCE ALABAMA ZZ TOP ALABAMA: ROLL ON PRINCE: PURPLE RAIN TOM SELLECK HEATHER THOMAS 94W CAMARO Z-28 BLUE JEANS FLORIDA TONY COX HEALTH P.E. TEEN MIAMI VICE •TOTALLY AWESOME ' n The Spotlight Back by popular demand Hank Williams, Jr. blue Alabama Carmaro Prince bluejeans 94 Vi What do these names have in common? They were winners in the student poll. 12 STUDENT LIFE Hank Williams, Jr. and Alabama dominated country music categories by a nearly unanimous margin, while Prince, Billy Squire, and ZZ Top narrowly shot to victory in rock. Predominant in the survey results was the student body’s interest in music in general. Many commented on listening to the radio while they studied. But, of course, students’ minds could also be found on other things like reading Teen magazine and driving red Camaros, blue Corvettes, and good-old-fashioned pick-up trucks. The favorites of the student body are an important factor in their lives. It aids in describing exactly what their era was like. TENTH GRADE COUNTRY SINGER HANK WILLIAMS. JR ROCK SINGER PRINCE COUNTRY GROUP ALABAMA ROCK GROUP PRINCE ZZ TOP COUNTRY ALBUM HANK WILLIAMS JR: MAJOR MOVES ROCK ALBUM PRINCE: PURPLE RAIN ACTOR TOM SELLECK ACTRESS HEATHER THOMAS RADIO STATION 94 V CAR CAMARO Z- 28 CLOTHING BLUE JEANS VACATION SPOT FLORIDA TEACHER KAREN SMITH CLASS BIOLOGY MAGAZINE SEVENTEEN T.V. SHOW MIAMI VICE EXPRESSION -AWESOMEVLET'S PARTY ELEVENTH GRADE COUNTRY SINGER LEE GREENWOOD ROCK SINGER BILLY SQUIRE COUNTRY OROUP ALABAMA ROCK GROUP ZZ TOP COUNTRY ALBUM HANK WILLIAMS JR: MAJOR MOVES ROCK ALBUM PRINCE PURPLE RAIN ACTOR CLINT EASTWOOD ACTRESS HEATHER THOMAS RADIO STATION 94 V CAR TRUCK CLOTHING BLUE JEANS VACATION SPOT FLORIDA TEACHERS KAREN SMITH CLASS DRIVER'S ED MAGAZINE SEVENTEEN T.V. SHOW DAYS OP OUR UVES PAPER DOLLS EXPRESSION HEY DUDE. LETS PARTY •go for nr TWELFTH GRADE COUNTRY SINGER HANK WILLIAMS. JR ROCK SINGER BRYAN ADAMS COUNTRY OROUP ALABAMA ROCK OROUP PRINCE COUNTRY ALBUM HANK JR: GREATEST HITS ROCK ALBUM PRINCE: PURPLE RAIN ACTOR TOM SELLECK ACTRESS HEATHER THOMAS RADIO STATION 94 V CAR CORVETTE CLOTHING BLUE JEANS VACATION SPOT FLORIDA TEACHER BILL PATRICK CLASS STUDY HALL MAGAZINE SEVENTEEN T.V. SHOW DYNASTY EXPRESSION THERE'S NO FUTURE IN IT STUDENT LIFE 13 A Perfect Fit Styles To Suit Your Fancy Sauntering down the hallway, one is confronted by myraid types of fashion. The girls can be seen wearing multi-colored twist-a-beads, jelly shoes and the inevitable punk apparel. The boys were also involved in the wide range of the fashion scene. They might be wearing blue jean jackets, hats and flannel shirts or v-neck sweaters, dress shirts and slacks. The famous leather jackets inspired by Micheal Jackson musn’t be forgotten. The boys and the girls have different views of today’s styles in fashion. The girls feel that following the trends of modern civilization insures that rural America will grow with the metropolitan areas and not languish in archaic trends and customs. The boys prefer individuali- ty in mode of dress. Even though they differ in view- points, boy and girl students all were engaged in finding the elusive “perfect fit” for their personalities. Communicating verbally seems to be the most popular sport among the female student body as Dana Norvell. Jennifer Brown, and Marta Claunch, three devotees of the casual look demonstrate. Sacrificing a few hours of the first day at school to make a stylish entrance is the plan of Paula Bowen, Keith Tyler, and Crystal Arnold. Amanda Bee, Tracie Gilland. and Daphine Goodlett consider the possibility that the twist-a-beads were inspired by a tangled telephone cord. 14 STUDENT LIFE Deciding that the DO NOT ENTER sign refers to the school building, David Moore and John Gibson are locked into the denim and button-down craze. The two most popular and most different styles meet as punk Bartley McQuery and preppy Robin Darland attempt to share a quiet moment alone before they are rudely interrupted. Sporting the popular bob” hairstyle, Christy Martin and Beth Waites partake in their favorite sport: boywatching. STUDENT LIFE 15 he College Shadow What lurks beyond high school? There is a mysterious ebon shadow lingering in the minds of high school students. It is a parasite that begins as an embryo in freshmen psyches, that feeds on the grey matter, and grows into an ‘uncon- querable adversary in Seniors’ heads. That shadow is fear — fear of the unknown world that exists outside the familiar walls of high school. The transition is hard on all departing students, but the hardest Being organized is a skill that every student must somehow master. Because he is only in junior high Matt Gilkison still hasn’t learned the knack of organizing his classroom work. Research papers and book reviews are a must for the high school-college bound curriculum. Stephanie Nelson, Tina Jackson, and Dennis Davis fumble through various books to obtain both an interesting and educational topic. hit are the college-bound scholars. Preparations, whether they be academic, social, financial, or housing-related, monopolize these students’ time. Although the amount of time and effort needed for other ar- rangements varies with the in- dividual, academic preparations are pretty much uniform. Besides the usual college prep curriculum classes, standardized tests must be taken by both eleventh and twelfth graders. Juniors take the PSAT; Seniors, the ACT and SAT. The thought that many billions have faced this shadow and emerged unscathed gives them no solace. But, eventually, each will face his shadow in his own manner. And he will be victorious. Filling out college applications can be a very frustrating job. Kindra Reed and Brad Sanford find this necessary task easier with the assistance of Mr. Robinette. 16 STUDENT LIFE The P.S.A.T. test is very helpful in preparing all Junior students for their college entrance exams. Joe Barnette, Melissa Sharp, and Robert Brown work diligently in order to obtain that perfect score. Civics class is a requirement for those entering college. Sheila Vaught and Emily Burks listen attentively with hopes of learning more about our government. STUDENT LIFE 17 s haring Caring The Definition of Friendship What is a friend? Funk Wagnall’s defines a friend as a favored companion, a valued associate, one sharing a common interest, or a patron. Many think a friend is someone you care about, or someone who cares about you. Some say it’s necessary to share common interests; others, that oppo- sites attract. Every individual looks for differ- ent qualities in his quest for elusive friendship. Many want a friend to party with, someone who defines “a good time”the same as they. Others look for someone to discuss their problems with, a peer who can lend timely advice. Some enjoy being with a quiet, sensitive person; others, with a bold and brassy follower of the current trend. Some want strong bonds with their siblings; many more want to keep as far away from theirs’ as possible. Some are shy and keep only casual acquaintances; many are close to a multitude of people; and still others love a close circle of friends. Many hate to spend time alone, but others see themselves as their best friends. Friendship is truly an elusive thing. It is hard to find because each person must define it for himself. Some spend a lifetime searching for someone else’s comprehension of friendship,” and never satisfy their yearning, while a more suitable brand of friendship may have been lingering just in front of them. Master billiardsman Ken Hilton shows Jennifer Ransdell the fine points of pool. A straight A” student. Charles Coleman is qualified to help sister Susan Coleman with her Algebra. Friends follow on another no matter what. Kristi Wilson went so far as to overcome stage fright and put on a short skirt and a funny hat with bells to help her friend Ginger Noel with the speech class production of The Elves A The Shoemaker 18 STUDENT LIFE Friendships arise easily between neighboring teachers. Here Mrs. Rinnie Phelps and Miss Karen Smith discuss their plans for breakfast at Shakertown for members of the Student Council, which they sponsor together. The friendship bonds among these junior high students are strong as they wait for an autograph from U K. basketball player Kenny Walker. STUDENT LIFE 19 he Media Screams! Shouts Heard ’Round the World! The media has always been the loudest voice in the modern world and recent months have been no exception. It echoed the outraged cries of Indians after the assassination of their prime minister, Indira Gandhi, at the hands of Sikh guards and the cries of victory as U.S. athletes took nearly one hundred gold medals at the Los Angeles Summer Olympics. Its voice became the medium through which political parties shrieked their messages. It monitored and commented as President Reagan rode a landslide victory to a second term. But, as always, the media told what happened. Through it, Amer- icans followed the careers of Rep. Geraldine Ferraro, the first female vice-presidential nominee for a major party, and Rev. Jesse Jackson, the first major black contender for Presidential nomination. Kentuckians paid particular attention to the Queen of England’s visit to the Commonwealth and to William Schroeder and Murray Haydon’s becoming the second and third recipients of artificial hearts after operations in Louisville. How- ever the biggest impact on Kentuck- ians was the resignation of Universi- ty of Kentucky’s beloved basketball coach, Joe B. Hall. In the entertainment world, the charitable efforts of pop singer Bruce Springsteen received much publicity and the tragic crippling of Def Leppard’s Rick Allen, much scandal. Another humanitarian gesture of musicians was the recording of “We Are The World” by U.S.A. for Africa (United Support of Artists.) Com- posed of major musicians from across the country, this group aided starving Ethiopians with the proceeds from their album. Parents, outraged at the violence in PG-rated films like Indiana Jones The Temple of Doom and Gremlins, forced movie makers to place such movies under a new rating; PG-13. The first Pg-13 film was Red Dawn, released in August. Anniversaries were celebrated: Disneyland’s 30th with a T.V. special, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’s 100th with debates on racism in Mark Twain’s classic, and D.C. comics’ 50th with a restructuring of their universe that killed off several characters including movie idol Supergirl. On the health scene, Baby Fae, a terminally ill infant, was implanted with a baboon’s heart in a bizarre experiment. The political hot potato of the day was education. Presidential candidates debated school prayer and Kentucky superintendent of Public Instruction Alice McDonald was criticized for her strict atten- dance policies. McDonald toured the state with Governor Collins to get input on education from Kentucky citizens. U.S.-South Korean relations broke down after American agents were assaulted along with their charge, Kim Dae Jung, Korean dissident returning home after a lengthy exile, by Korean police. This contradicted assurances from Seoul that guaranteed Kim safe passage. Also on the international scene, a Catholic priest-activist who cam- paigned against the Soviet regime in his native Poland was killed and the Soviet trial of his killers looked on as a travesty of justice. On a more universal note, the world hoped for the predicted reappearance of Haley’s Comet, last seen in 1910. In short, when the media screams, people listen. 20 STUDENT LIFE A familiar sight on the sidelines for many years, retired U.K. basketball coach Joe B. Hall will be missed by fans. When all America watched the Summer Olympics, young Mary Lou Rettin skyrocket- ed to instant stardom due to a gold-medal performance in gymnastics. As the historic recipient of a baboon’s heart. Baby Fae’s short life was well documented. STUDENT LIFE 21 he Cuckoo’s Nest Flying into a Wild-n-Crazy Week During Homecoming Week an uninitiated person walked into the building, took one look, and ran out screaming. It seems that to the unprepared, the zany happenings of Homecoming Week are a little hard to comprehend. Each day had its own unique dress code set by the Student Council. Monday was Clothes Inside- Out Day. Tuesday was T-Shirt and Button Day. Wednesday was 50’s Day. The week ended with Hat- n-Sunglasses Day. Thursday was also the day that female juniors and seniors threw away the chains of femininity and faced each other in bloody battle on the gridiron during the annual Powder Puff game. The seniors survived and racked up 14 points to the Juniors’ 0. In celebration of the game, there was a bonfire and pep rally. The entire week was commemo- rated by a spirit chain contest in which students bought links for long paper chains. The contest was won by the seniors. The cheerleaders sponsored the contest. Homecoming always tends to leave a mark upon every member of the student body. This Homecoming certainly did the job. Many felt this one was the wild-n-craziest ever. Nostrils flaring, teeth bared, and claws flashing in the dim light, women warriors face each other on the gridiron battlefield. Sadistic smiles and hateful gazes are prominent in this rare footage of the Senior powder puff team filmed just prior to their triumph. The junior powder puff team members consider themselves to be number one. even if they lose the game. 22 HOMECOMING Grimacing with cither pain or expectant boredom, cheerleader Sharon Roark allows Kelli Baker to braid her hair prior to the homecomng game. Glowing with triumph. Seniors Rita McFa- tridge, Susan Durr, and Sandra Beams declare their powder puff team “Numero Uno!” HOMECOMING 23 etamorphosis Breaking out to the Weekend As if it were a caterpillar, the bizarre Homecoming Week metamor- phosized into a serious and memor- able butterfly: HomecQming Week- end. It was two days that will live in many memories for life. Friday began with an election that chose Jo Sanders as the new Homecoming Queen. Jo’s competition consisted of fellow seniors Carmen Claunch, Cheryl Prather, Tina Ed- wards, and Leslie Rogers. Jo promenaded that night’s celebration with escort Derrick Drury, and was crowned by the former queen Julia Ballard. The young monarch’s charm surely inspired the football team, for they defeated the Richmond Madi- sion Purples, 8-7. The athletic victory raised everyone’s spirits, and on Saturday night, every anticipation proved worth the wait. The students created the theme “Stuck on You” for the romantic event, where they danced to the music of Bill Muphy. At last with their wildness spent on the week, the students created the eternal weekend memories. Working to set the mood for a perfect Homecoming, the team pulls together for a well earned victory over the Richmond Madision Purples. With a great deal of confidence, junior player Brian Vanzant bounds through the hoop to an action-packed game. 24 HOMECOMING Because of their enchanted smiles, everyone knows that Homecoming candidates Carmen Claunch, Cheryl Prather, Jo Sanders. Tina Edwards, and Leslie Rogers are all winners. A final check of equipment by Spencer Tatum, ensures Ray Caton that he is ready for action. A special moment is shared between the former queen Julia Ballard and Jo Sanders, as Julia retires her crown. Jo Sanders pauses to share her thrill of victory as the new Homecoming Queen with the blaring crowd. HOMECOMING 25 Senior Brian Bums, shows his superior style and technique as he attempts to break-dance for the elementary students. Look. look, a great white star flashing through the sky. Traci Dunning, Gemmi Haley, and Rex Graham stare with amazement into the night. 26 STUDENT LIFE uiet on the Set Places Everybody! Kill the House Lights! As the spotlights prepare to rise, cast members take a final look at their make-up, costumes, and set before the show begins. From the beginning of the year, the drama class was hurled into a series of events. The first real performance was put on for the elementary P.T.O. drive. The class proceeded to take some very well-known characters such as the Ghostbusters, Mr. T, and the A-Team and write them into a script to meet the needs of the organization. I pity da fool who don’t clap for my actin’,” says Todd (M.T.) Goodlett. The next production on the agenda was a play in which the class would perform for the elementary and the junior high. The Magic Well was a zany play revolving around Old King Cole, his three daughters, a prince, a frog, and a magic well. This light-hearted play filled the auditorium with laughter, but at the same time made many people realize that things should be accepted for what they are. After a small break, it was time to prepare for the Christmas play. With a great deal of thought, the class decided to perform a play with a more serious side than humorous. From this they chose to do The Little Match Girl. This particular play dealt with the unintentional cruelties of human nature. All of this was portrayed through a poor little match girl named Maggie. The student body and the faculty were overwhelmed by the point made within the play. This play, in many eyes, was like a mirror with reflecting self images. The auditorium was filled with silence, with the exception of an occasional sniffles. From the humorous to the dramatic to the touching, the drama troupe will be creating their panoramas ’til the spot- light fades. Blocking becomes a very important task when the entire class is forced to pile on stage for the Magic Well. In her effort to comfort the little match girl (Christi Coyle), hostess (Beth Johnstone) finds that her party-going friends (Todd Goodlett and Dana Logan) are missing the true meaning of Christmas. STUDENT LIFE 27 haos Prelude to the Illusion April 19, 1985. The bell dings and the hectic torture of the day ends, right? Not so. For this was Prom Day, and with that closing bell, the mad cap race began. Budding Cinderellas leapt into tanning beds and the Princes Charming crowded floral shops. The Stroking mascara lightly on her face, Christi Darland applies the final touches before dressing. valiant Prom Committee dashed off to decorate the Lions’ Club Hall. Time grew short and there were no fairy godmothers to make each girl the fairest in the land or to aid a guy with his tuxedo. The fact that it was held on a Friday as opposed to the usual Saturday gave everyone only three hours until the prom. But, despite it all ... the prom began... Prom Committee members like Vicki Meaux and Tina Godbey. decorate the dance hall before getting ready for the Prom. 28 PROM Like the fairy godmother. Wendy Fallis assists Aimee Reichenbach with last minute preparations for the ball. To insure her hard work on the prom decorations will be appreciated. Tina Merriman strains to hang a banner in just the right position. After one last conference between Mike Phelps and Betsy Sale, faculty chaperones, the Prom is ready to get underway. PROM 29 llusions A Dream Goes On Forever The sun blended into the horizon slowly, and the ball began. Magical coaches swept Cinderel- las and their Princes Charming to the palace doors. Soft music was heard as the orchestra played, with the maestro Outrageous waving the conducting wand. Stars sparkled and fireworks exploded as lovers glided across the floor. A garter ceremony invigorated everyone and a silver crown was placed on the silken brow of Queen Lisa Caton. But as the clock struck twelve, the spell, and the illusions, ended. Coaches became lemons that growled and backfired. The palace was revealed as the Lions’ Club Hall. The orchestra became a rusted phono- graph; Outrageous, a d.j. The fir- eworks were flashbulbs and the stars, reflections in a date’s contacts. Yes, the illusions ended ... but the dreams go on forever. Hundreds of people crowded onto the dance floor at the Lion's Club for one magical night. Every woman it seemed had to make periodic stops at the ladies room, as with Susan Gibson and Kim Goodman to repeat the make-up process they’d worked so diligently on for hours before. 30 PROM Powdered faces twisted in despair. Kim McGuire and Christy Martin pine away for their amorous beaus who've stepped into the little knight's room. Kathern Rogers and Sean Chandler find a peaceful moment amidst all the confusion. - I Y. Every couple had to stop for a picture. Here. Prom King Derrick Drury poses with Queen Lisa Caton. PROM 31 Chairlady (Christi Coyle) introduces the participants of the Algernon-Gordon exper- iment: Burt (Delbert Reynolds), Charlie Gordon (Keith Ransdell), Professor Ncmur (Todd Gash), and Dr. Jane Strauss (Robin Reichenbach). Because of an encounter with former classmates Connie (Robin Martin) and Bernice (Justine Glaesser), Charlie is reminded of his former state of mind. roduction The Long and Winding Road Although Charlie turns to the bakery for support and companionship, his co-workers Joe (Brian Burns) and Frank (Todd Goodlett) joke about his retardedness; However, he does receive comfort from Gina (Gemmi Haley) and Mrs. Donner Melissa Goodlett). There were many factors sur- rounding the preparation for spring production. This long line of prepara- tion began shortly after Christmas. It was up to the class to select the play in which they felt would make the most of their acting potential. After a great deal of consideration they chose Flowers for Algernon. Once the play had been selected, the drama class faced another task. It was up to them to construct all the necessary objects for which the play called. Many long hours after school enabled the group to complete this major job. Then came the largest and most difficult part of all. It was time to memorize lines, cues, and blocking. Weeks on end were spent drilling over the play to insure perfection. Finally, it was production night. The audience was entrapped in the moving story of Charlie Gordon. Charlie, a poor retarded man who went through the ordeal of an operation to increase his intelligence, captured the hearts of many. This play shows the depth of human emotions which occur as Charlie changed. Once again the drama class upheld everyone’s expectations of their acting abilities. Although no one knows the exact frustrations that revolve around spring production, it was appreciated by the young and old alike. 32 SPRING PRODUCTION Before returning to Warren State Home after his sudden relapse. Charlie places flowers over Algernon’s grave. During their trip to the Philharmonic. Alice (Cindy Tewmey) tries to pretend she doesn't care about Charlie. In the process of moving into his new apartment. Charlie acquaints Mrs. Monney (Traci Dunning) with Algernon. Trying to cope with the pressures of raising a retarded son grows increasingly difficult. This is obvious as the father (Rex Graham) and the mother (Kindra Reed) try to teach Norma (Beth Johnstone) to share with her brother Charlie (Todd Goodlett). SPRING PRODUCTION 33 Darrell Beavers patiently explains to John Short how to correctly attach his tassel onto his cap. Time to Reflect and Making the Most of Every Minute Mrs. Linda Murray gives Tim Bryant’s tie a final touch before Tim puts on his gown. A permanent senior sponsor. Mrs. Murray can always be counted on to lend a helping hand to any of the graduates during Baccalaureate and Commencement exercises. Baccalaureate services were again held at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church. 113 seniors gathered at 3:00 p.m. June 2, 1985, to begin graduation exercises. While family and friends looked on, graduates proudly marched in to “Pomp And Circumstance” and took their places at the front of the church. Rev. Cornelious Wilson, father of senior Janet Wilson, gave the invocation. The Mercer County High School Chorus sang “Willow In The Wind and “Create In Me” with a duet sung by Lori Logue and Tommy Drury. The afternoon address was delivered by Rev. Robert White. In his message, he urged students to be prepared for the future and to use their talents and abilities. Rev. Earl Hacker closed the Baccalaureate service by offering the benediction. With only two more days until graduation, graduates took advan- 34 GRADUATION Pray Pausing for a moment alone. Mike Sims looks over the program before the Baccalaureate service begins. Hurrying to make last minute adjustments to caps and gowns. Melanie Warren adds one more pin to Cheri Donovan's cap to hold it securely in place. tage of the opportunity to take pictures with family and friends after the service. Time was slipping by, and the seniors wanted to make every minute count. Soon they would have to say good-bye, but not this day. This day they would have fun and reminisce about the good times they have shared. Trish Pennington, Dana Perkins, Cheryl Prather, and Chris Rainey nervously wait for Keith Ransdell to call their names to line up for Baccalaureate service. Rev. Robert White delivers an inspiring message to the seniors, urging them to use their God given talents now and in the future. GRADUATION 35 entiments of Graduation The The Culmination of Twelve Long Years The day seniors had waited for finally arrived. Commencement exer- cises were held in the school gymnasium on June 4, 1985. Christi Darland, class salutatorian, led the invocation, thanking God for par- ents, teachers, and special friends. Receiving a standing ovation from tearful classmates, Linda Lewis, a four year chorus member, sang “Up Where We Belong.” There were several “firsts” for the Class of ’85. This was the first year the grading system was changed from numerical to point. Consequent- ly, competition was keen between several high ranking students. It was not known who would represent M.C.H.S. as valedictorian and salut- atorian until the morning of gradua- tion. Three girls, Robin Reichen- bach, Robin Martin, and Denise Henderson, were chosen to share Petteri Pellosaari, a Finnish exchange student, will be remembered by the class of 85. the honor as class valedictorians. Robin Martin spoke of competition and how we must compete in every area of our lives. Robin Reichenbach reminded classmates that true friends are a person’s most valuable asset and that through God’s help each one has the ability to be what he or she wants to be. Another first for Mercer County was being fortunate enough to share time with two exchange students within the same year. Jonas Nordstrom from Sweden and Petteri Pellosaari from Finland. They were both a definite asset to the graduating class. After recognizing National Honor Society members, Beta Club members, and those receiving Com- prehensive diplomas, board members presented four year academic awards to deserving seniors. Sheena Lunsford could not let such an important night pass by without leaving a special message of thanks for her mom and dad. Four years of hard work and study paid off for Denise Henderson. Not only was Denise one of the valedictorians, but she also received the outstanding secretarial award from the Harrodsburg Vocational School. The M.C.H.S. chorus presented the special music for the graduation service. Carolyn Short provided the solo, while the entire group sang the popular song “We Are The World” which reminded us all of the responsibility we have to help one another. After seniors received their diplomas, Cave Arnold dismissed the service by giving the benediction, asking God for guidance and protec- tion. The music sounded, and the final march began. What began twelve years ago was now over. Things would never be the same again. Hugs and kisses for special friends and tears of joy and sadness could be seen in the school’s foyer. High school days were now over, and a new beginning was now awaiting the “Class of ’85”. 36 GRADUATION Robin Reichenbach, another valedictorian, gladly accepts a silver julep cup from board member Marion Britton. Robin was also presented a four year academic award in science. Giving her honor cord a final touch, Brian Bums makes sure that Salutatorian Christi Darland looks just right before the gradua- tion exercise begins. As the graduates listen to the valedictorians’ addresses, many memories of their high school years flash through their minds. As Linda Lewis finishes singing “Up Where We Belong,” her classmates are touched by the special song. GRADUATION 37 Special friends throughout high school, Valedictorian Robin Martin and Melissa Goodlett pause for a moment together before going their separate ways after graduation. Mr. and Miss Seventh grade are Travis Long and Kathy Ballard. The Class of 1990 is both the first and the last seventh grade class to be taught Kentucky History under Mrs. Jana Stratton. The subject will be moved to the fourth grade. New Blood As the seniors move out, the school needs a cleansing rush of new blood, fresh with innovative and creative ideas. Moving up in the new wave of student leadership were Mr. and Miss Seventh Grade, Travis Long and Kathy Ballard. Travis, who lists sleeping under his hobbies and special abilities, is still active enough for Student Council, Beta Club, and numerous athletic teams. Of this honor he said, “I didn’t know I was that well liked.” Kathy, a gymnast, dancer, and cheerleader, is a member of the Beta Club and the Speech Team. She was absent the day the award was given, and only found out about it two days later when she got back. She said of her best qualities, ‘T only know I try to be as fair and kind to everyone I know as I can be.” With leaders like Travis and Kathy, the Seventh Grade is sure to be an invigorating breath of fresh air for the school. 40 SEVENTH GRADE The wide-eyed, open-mouthed look of Jeff Baker reflects the fear of seventh graders changing classes for the first time. Because studying on their own does not enthrall seventh grade students. Gil Hays- lett and Chad Peavler prefer to confer with each other. Along with the eighth grade cheerleaders, novices Angela Lane. Stacy Gibson, and Shawn Harlow are glad to be a part of the junior high squad. Since seventh graders do not have a study hall, Holly Cinnamon takes advantage of class time. SEVENTH GRADE 41 Stephanie Aldridge Ernie Arnett David Bailey Crystal Baker Davette Baker Jeff Baker Gene Baker Kathy Ballard Keith Ballard Tracy Barnes Chris Becknell Melissa Boswell Michael Bromberek Daniel Brown Paulette Brown Holland Buck Jackie Buck Robin Bugg Jerry Byrd James Carey Shane Carey Tammy Chilton Holly Cinnamon John Click David Coleman Todd Collier Donnie Collins Deanna Connelly Candice Conner Scott Cornish Shane Carey Scott Crossfield Todd Crossfield Shawna Currens Stacey Curtsinger Mary Darland Robin Darland Detra Daugherty Hillery Davis Dewayne Dennis David Driskell Jamie Dunn Hogan Easton Camille Elliott Joseph Florian Scott Followell Billy Frederick Gary Gamble Marci Gibson Stacy Gibson Matt Gilkison Kristen Godbey Angela Goodlett Kelly Goodlett Patrick Goodlett Julianne Green Gary Grider Jo Grider Terry Grider Angela Gullett Danny Hacker Becky Hale Kristi Hall Shawna Harlow David Hawkins Gil Hayslett Paul Hill Tim Hillard Lisa Hines Krista Hisle Shane Hollaway Tony Hubbard 42 SEVENTH GRADE The Alamo! Hopelessly out numbered, one hundred and eighty-seven brave Texans held their ground in a deserted mission as they were sieged by Santa Anna and his Mexican Army. After ten days, they and their makeshift fortress, the Alamo were but a spark of memory. Fanned by patriotism, it blazed into a furious battle cry, only to dwindle and die when the war was won. But three local students dedicated themselves to pre- serving the embers of heroism forever. Hogan Easton, Chad Peavler, and Jeff Royalty recreated the Alamo Battle with wood, clay, and sand. These simple elements combined with dedication and enthusiasm produced a mon- ument that received praise from countless history lovers. The Alamo project began as a social studies assignment. It was entered in a local competi- tion against some thirty other historical displays. It went on to the regionals at Eastern Kentucky University, against over one hundred projects, and then to the state at the University of Kentucky. At state competition the boys earned the right to take their project to Washington D.C. for the national competition. Hogan contributed the most time, fifteen to twenty hours, to the project, and Jeff assisted him when necessary. Chad rummaged through archives to do the research and authored a paper on the battle. It is rumored that when these three students were secreted away, applying tedious touches to their project, they rallied themselves onward with a cry that symbolized bravery and her- oism: “Remember the Alamo!” SEVENTH GRADE 43 Starshine When one thinks of out- standing seventh graders Davette Baker immediately comes to mind. Davette has been very ac- tive on the Junior High Speech Team. She competed in every tournament and received excel- lent and superior ratings. She received a third place trophy in Extemporaneous Speaking at the Harrison County Competi- tion. She is also very active in 4-H. giving demonstration speeches throughout the state. Davette has set many goals for herself. She plans to continue to work with the speech team throughout high school, and even college. Her long term plan is to become a speech coach and make others also shine like stars. 44 SEVENTH GRADE Vanessa Hurst Aimee Inman Lisa Johnson Robert Kniffen Angela Lane Michelle Lay Daryl Lewis Paul Lewis Carter Logue Travis Long Michelle Lovings Roger Lupson Charles Lyons Janie McCoy Charles McFerron Chris McGinnis Patrick McMullin Aaron McRay Shannon Manning J. W. Middleton Chris Mills Jason Mitchell Troy Moore Jonathan Morrison Tina Murphy Mary Neal James Nelson Kenneth Nelson Nikki Nelson Brian O'Banion Kandi Osborne Tina Parnell Chad Peavler Rhonda Peavler Scott Peavler Kevin Phillips Jamie Pinkston Keith Pinkston Robert Preston Brian Pyle Jeff Raider Danetta Reeder Michael Reynolds Terry Riley Keawanna Robinson Robert Rogers Tim Rogers Amy Rorbland Jeff Royalty Kevin Russell Jeremy Russell Debbie Sadler Brenda Sallee Connie Sanders Mike Savage Tina Savage Patricia Schmiers Allison Sherrow Randy Shewmaker Kelly Short Brian Sims Stephanie Sims Yvonna Sizemore Chris Slone Della Slone Joann Snow Kristi Steele Travis Stephens Jared Stong Stephen Stumph Vincent Tatum Cynthia Taylor SEVENTH GRADE 45 Travis Taylor Chrissy Thorton Crissy Tingle Laura Townsend Chris Turpin Kelly Tyler Kevin Tyler Travis Tyler Marsha Vaughn Ann Votaw Kristen Votaw Bueford Watts Melissa Wayne Jennifer Webb Eric White Erik White Lisa Whitenak Nancy Wilson Margaret Woodard Phillip Woodard Billy Woosley Bridget Yocum Bridget Yocum shows off her computer skills in math class. Up, up. and away went Chrissy Tingle who placed fifth in the broad jump during regionals at the University of Kentucky 46 SEVENTH GRADE New Adventures _______Amid cries of “We’re awe- some ... we’re mighty ... we’re the class of 1990,” the seventh grade had a big change to make in adjusting to Junior High. We asked what stood out most in their minds about this year in contrast to sixth grade, and got these responses: .. we have homework more often.” — Brian O’Banion ‘Meaner teachers!” — Scott Cornish .. changing classes” — Jeremy Russell .. Going to your first dance” — Patricia Schmiers .. too many rules to follow” — Kristen Votaw .. pep rallies.” —Michael Reynolds. Krista Hisle best summed up the seventh graders attitude towards this year as follows: “The hardest thing to adjust to in seventh grade was being the youngest. It’s like being in first grade again.” Attending as class representatives of the seventh grade, Donnie Collins and Kristen Votaw were unimpressed by Homecoming ceremonies. The Seventh grade class sponsors are as follows: Donna Red wine, Jana Stratton. Betty Short, Brenda Floyd, and Sharon Roberts. The seventh graders sat more or less quietly at their first pep rally, but later got wrapped up in the spirit of things. SEVENTH GRADE 47 Mr. Ms. Eighth Grade are Danielle Prather and Mark Young. With many of the senior percussion band members leaving. Amy Kays eagerly looks forward to filling one of the vacant positions. Grandstanding Amid the Presidential hoopla, a little celebrated election occurred that will never be featured on network television. But, if it were, this is how the new Mr. Ms. Eighth Grade may have been announced: The television burst into life on that special election day with a fanfare of static to herald the arrival of Dan Rather’s toupe-covered head on the screen. He said, “Reagan seems to have edged out Mondale . . . and now, for the important news. In the Mr. Ms. Eighth Grade race, the projected winners are Mark Young and Danielle Prather. We have a live camera at Young campaign head- quarters.” The scene switches and one sees Mark Young with a microphone poking at his face. “Mr. Eighth Grade, sir, what is your reaction?” “Surprised. I enjoy it a lot.” The scene shifts back to Dan in New York. He listens carefully to the small microphone in his ear, then says, ‘‘I just heard that we’ve prepared an interview with Danielle Prather at her estate in Kentucky M The next frame is a sequence in the Prather living room, an off- camera interviewer holding a mike up to Danielle. “Ms. Eighth Grade, what is your feeling about this honor?” “Real excited ... proud to represent the Class of 1989 this year.. “What is your best quality?” “Personality, I guess.” Dan took over. “In other news .. But that’s far-fetched at best. Still, if CBS counted special affec- tions in choosing their news, the hearts of the eighth graders would put this story in the headlines. 48 EIGHTH GRADE Especially well-received at Halloween is Timothy Gray’s entry in the costume competition. Eighth Grade Sponsors are Jack Robert- son, Charles Smith. Gay O'Banion, Martha Birdwhistle. Brenda Young, and Penny Burger. The media presentation of Misha Gash, Ashley Gash, Earl Pinkston, and Beth Kidd won first place awards at state competitions and second place on the regional level. It is a slide show entitled Company D: Harrodsburg’s Tragedy, A Triumph For America. Last year, a different presentation by the same group took first at regionals and second in state. Both times, the project went on to national competition in Washington. After waiting in a very long line. Darrin Sims finally gets a chance to use the phone. EIGHTH GRADE 49 Dustin Alford Kenny Allen Lois Alsman Crystal Bailey Ralph Bays Rosie Bays Brent Bell Bobby Blacketer Scott Blaise Teresa Brady Stacy Brandenburg Beth Brown Todd Brown Valerie Bryant Brad Burchett Nellie Burks Tammy Byrd Barbara Campbell Michael Carr Chris Caton Angela Caudill Jackie Cheatham Tina Chilton Melissa Chrisman Jennifer Crisp Deanna Cummins Brent Currens Brad Darland Ralph Darland Tim Darland Alison Dean Traci Deaton Kevin Dennis Kelly Derringer Jeff Devine Lisa Devine Melissa Devine Joy Dossett David Drury Kelly Drury Joyce Durr Taysha Edwards Bonnie Egbert John Files Sandy Fuell Jullienne Fuller Ashley Gash Misha Gash Tammy Gibson Shan Gooch Cindy Goodlett Harold Goodlett Teresa Goodlett Keith Graham Tim Gray Pam Green Paul Green Ryan Grider Cathy Grubbs Chris Gullett Lisa Hale Richard Hall Harrison Hardin Jeremy Hardin Debbie Hartman Crystal Hatfield Rebekah Hendren Tammy Herring Kevin Higginbotham Jim Howard Michelle Hudson Thomas Huffman 50 EIGHTH GRADE Fiddlin’ As the bow glides across the violin’s strings, Michelle Hudson feels an adrenal surge. The violin’s music has been an obsession with her since the fourth grade. There she began playing after a speech by violin instructor Sharon Doyle fired her with inspiration. Under Ms. Doyle’s tutelage, Michelle earned a place in the Centre College Youth orches- tra, has performed several solo concerts in the county, and received “excellent” ratings at an EKU competition. Now she studies under the accomplished Dan Schram and has two medals and countless certificates to her credit. In the future, as always, she’ll be fiddlin’ away. In her own words, “I hope to be able to play the violin great one day. I also hope to play all my favorite songs. EIGHTH GRADE 51 The Seven An elite squadron was formed from across Kentucky, a squad of seven. They choose their targets carefully. One hit in Missouri. Another in Indiana. Two in North Carolina. Still another blitz in Florida. Several missions run in Tennessee, including ones at the Grand Ole Opry, the Nashville Network’s “Dancin’ USA,” and the Dogwood Auto Show. The squad discussed here is the “Hit Miss” doggers, a well-known dance troupe with two members here at Mercer: Tina Chilton and Tamsen Edmondson They’ve been clogging five years and worked with one other group before, the “Sweet Nothings.” In a joint statement, they said. “We both enjoy clogging very much. We feel that we’re really dedicated and we think it is a great form of exercise. We plan to go to a lot of competitions in the future and we hope to place in those competitions. We plan to keep on cloggin’ as long as possible, maybe have a team of our own when we get older.” 52 EIGHTH GRADE Jennifer Hungate Tommy Hurst Amos Jenkins Mark Jenkins Chris Johnson Melinda Jones Wyndell Jones Amy Kays Stephen Keebortz Tanya Keller Tony Keys Beth Kidd Cathy LaClair Angela Lake Angela Lanham Lonnie Lawson Allan Leach Kevin Long Jim Lopez Mary Lovings Suzette McCloud Crystal McDonald Derrek McDowell Melissa McGinnis Scott McGinnis Sonya McGinnis Bartley McQueary Darrin Maddox Jeff Mattingly Bridget Merchant Karen Merriman Pam Merriman Crystal Middleton Tamara Moynahan Robbie Murphy Ranie Nall Charlotte Newman Nathan Nichols Brandon Robins Melissa Parnell Wendy Peavler David Pennington Jeff Phillips Kathy Pike Don Pinkston Earl Pinkston Danielle Prather Sharee Preston Angela Price Robin Price Larry Proctor Stacy Ransdell Jenny Reams Teri Roark Mark Robinson Shannon Robinson Patricia Rowland Van Ruby Susan Russell Anita Sallee Laura Settles Patrick Shewmaker James Short Tommy Simpson Darin Sims Lori Sims Teresa Sparks Dana Stinnett Jerry Stratton Beth Strickland Mechell Sutton Jimmy Tackett EIGHTH GRADE 53 Earl Pinkston and Shane Travillian walk proudly to their seats to await the receiving of their eighth grade diplomas. Tamara Moynahan, an eighth grade graduate, entertains the audience with “Just Be Who You Are”. 54 EIGHTH GRADE Tammy Tate Freddie Taylor Teresa Taylor Chris Tharp Heath Harper Kathy Tingle Shane Travillian Amy Trisler Chris Trower Kristi Turner Nona Turner Terry Turner April Tyler Davina Vinyard Phillip Waits LeaAnn Waterfill Stephen Waterfill Marie White Denise Wilson Kent Wilson Regina Wilson Stephanie Witt Teresa Woods Teresa Wren Jan Young Mark Young NOT PICTURED Steve Foster Kecia French Deborah Gibson John Herring Kristen Litteral David Lovings Angela Willoughby 7th GRADE AWARDS 7th GRADE PRACTICAL ARTS 7th GRADE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 7th GRADE ART 7th GRADE BAND 7th GRADE MATHEMATICS 7th GRADE PRE-ALGEBRA 7th GRADE COMMUNICATIONS 7th GRADE ENGLISH 7th GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES 7th GRADE SCIENCE SPEECH TEAM 7th GRADE MUSIC JUNIOR HIGH ALL-STATE CHORUS SHANE COYLE. ROGER LUPSON MARCIA GIBSON. KELLY TYLER KELLY TYLER JEREMY RUSSELL JARED STRONG CHAD PEAVLER TONY HUBBARD. HOGAN EASTON KATHY BALLARD. CHAD PEAVLER MARGARET WOODARD KELLY TYLER. GILHAYSLETT. SHANE COYLE KATHY BALLARD. CAMILLE ELLIOTT. DAVETTE BAKER. SHAWNA HARLOW ROBIN DARLAND BRIAN O'BANION 8th GRADE AWARDS PRACTICAL ARTS COMPUTER MATH ART MUSIC JUNIOR HIGH ALL STATE CHORUS ALGEBRA I PRE-ALGEBRA 8th GRADE MATH ENGLISH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES PHYSICAL EDUCATION EARL PINKSTON melissa McGinnis JEFF PHILLIPS TAMARA MOYNAHAM BETH STRICKLAND JEFF PHILLIPS. BETH STRICK- LAND. ELIZABETH KIDD. VAN RUBY KAREN MERRIMAN RYAN GRIDER. HARRISON HARDIN JACKIE CHEATHAM JOY DOSSETT BETH KIDD HARRISON HARDIN. JOY DOSSETT. BETH KIDD ELIZABETH KIDD. KAREN MERRIMAN BRENT BELL. JACKIE CHEATHMAN. St ASHLEY GASH Changing Tradition Before the present elementary and junior high buildings were established, students literally graduated and moved from a school such as McAfee or Shakertown to the present high school. According to Mrs. Brenda Young, eighth grade graduation has died out because students are only graduating from one side of the foyer to the other.” Most junior high students are already using the facilities of the high school, such as the lunch room, library, practical arts building and the art room. Therefore, it seems more appropriate for students to graduate from sixth grade since it is a physical movement to the junior high and high school combined. Even though the present eighth grade class was the last one to graduate there was no special ceremony other than the traditional one. After the students marched into the gym Brother Mike Moynahan gave the invocation. When everyone was seated Mr. John Gumm came forward to begin the ceremony. The crowd was then presented with Who Am I Anyway” by Mark Young. Next Mr. Kenneth King spoke on the significance of education to the students in the next four years. Following the speech Mrs. Betty Short gave special awards to the seventh graders and Mr. Chuck Smith did the same for the eighth graders. After a song by Tamara Moynahan entitled Just Be Who You Are”, Mr. Gumm presented the diplomas to the eighth graders as Mrs. Leslie Peavler called their names. The ceremony ended as Robin Darland sang We Are The One.” As Ranie Nall accepts her eighth grade diploma she realizes her first eight school years have come to an end. EIGHTH GRADE 55 Mr. and Ms. Freshmen, Lloyd Fallis and Marta Claunch. were chosen to represent their class. The hallway is the in” place to be for Paul Ammons, who thinks that class without teachers isn’t so bad after all. Class Kingpins The reigning monarchs of the freshman class as chosen by secret ballot were Sir Lloyd of Fallis House and Her Ladyship Marta de Claunch. The knight comes from farming stockand rules for the common man. His Highness King Lloyd enjoys the hunt and sporting events (jousting, basketball, etc.) Her Highness Queen Marta enjoys communing with her loyal subjects and attending sporting events. Political humorist Miss Smith said, “Lloyd may be ‘pint-size’ in stature but his exuberant personality and mischeviousness definitely make up for it. Considering all others, he is still an outstanding (ruler) The Queen, in Mr. Cox’s opinion, “is very sensitive and personable . . . has a great deal of athletic ability .. . demonstrates good hand, eye, and motor ability in all activities.” Mr. Cox went on to say that her rule “is always top-notch and she is well liked by her (subjects) And so it was in the Kingdom of Freshmen, in the Province of Mercer, in the Year of Our Lord 1985. 56 FRESHMEN Jessica Akers Paul Ammons Roland Arnold Janet Baker Katie Baker Mike Baker Rachael Baker Ricky Baker Steven Baker Beth Ballard Brad Barnett Chad Barnett Tanya Bast Donald Baugh Scott Beavers Amanda Bee Molly Bee Jerry Best Melissa Briscoe Bob Brock Stephanie Brock Donnie Brombcrek Sherry Buchanan Debbie Burkhead Sarah Byrd Jane Campbell J.R. Campbell Priscilla Carrisquillo Ray Caton Janet Chilton Adam Chumbley Marta Claunch Stephanie Coleman Susan Coleman Mary Collier Stephanie Combs Laura Connelly Scott Cooper Glenda Cornish Ray Cornish Aaron Cox Joyce Cox Lisa Cox Tammy Cox Sharon Crane Kim Cunningham Gwen Currens Sherry Curtsinger Stacie Darland Jeff Darnell Dennis Davis Tracy Day Cindy Dean Tammy Derringer Angie Devine Travis Devine Julie Drury Tommy Drury Barbara Dunne Roger Durham Shawn Durham Sarah Durr Damon Edwards Belinda Fallis Lloyd Fallis Anthony Farmer Brice Followell John Francis Mark Francis Mark Freeman Linda Gaddis Brent Gibson 58 FRESHMEN Stuffing It I couldn’t be a doctor but I certainly could be a taxider- mist,” freshman Cary Keebortz, said about his future. Cary has always enjoyed hunting as a hobby but now there’s a different wrinkle. When he kills an animal, he stuffs and mounts it himself. After reading one of his late father’s books on taxidermy, the procedure of “stuffing” game for display, Cary and his mother arranged to see a Lexington taxidermist and learn the profession from him. The taxidermist asked Cary to bring two freshly killed squirrels with him, and the two of them spent the day preserv- ing the animals. “He worked on one and I worked on the other,” Cary explained. His mother added, “and they didn’t even stop for lunch.” Cary listed the steps he used to stuff a deer’s head last year: (1) Slit open the skin and remove the muscular or fatty meat. Borax should be put in the animal to kill odors and sawdust, to fill in the flesh. (2) Place in glass eyes held in place by papier-mache. “Earforms” should be used to keep the ears upright. (3) Sew the lips closed. Put vaseline on the nose to make it shiny. Comb the fur down. Cary says the deer took him a week. A squirrel, he added, takes an entire day because the claws are so difficult. But of the ten squirrels he’s stuffed, most he gave away as gifts. Cary doubts he’d be able to make taxidermy his life’s work, but he’ll always spend his spare time “stuffing it.” FRESHMEN 59 Gunsight ‘‘Suddenly there was a loud snort! Then, out of nowhere, came the charging bull (buf- falo) . The gunbearers ran. When the bull ran right past after one of the gun bearers, ... we thought he was free, (but) he slipped out of the tree and was killed.” The buffalo was ready for new prey . . . and freshman Benny Wray was in his path. Quick as lightning, Benny ripped off a shot with his .460 Wheatherby Magnum. The buffalo stopped and when Benny recovered from the massive recoil, he fired again. The bull buffalo ran and Benny sent his third and final shot, which plowed through the animal’s jugular vein and lodged in its heart. The authorities of Botswa- na. Africa were so grateful they rewarded Benny with $1,500 for killing the 1.873-pound, man-eating beast. Benny used it to purchase a .375 Holland and Holland Magnum. And you can bet your gun belts that Benny will visit his uncle’s safari again next sum- mer and will continue to view life down the barrel of a rifle. 60 FRESHMEN Kim Goodman Amy Grider Elizabeth Grugin Bobby Hacker Lonnie Hacker Tina Hall Leanne Hardin Allen Harlow Eugene Harmon Sharon Harris Chris Hatfield Joe Hawkins Anthony Hazelwood Keith Helton Jamie Hendren Kevin Henson Derek Horn Mike Hudspeth Brandon Hurst Kristy Isham Tina Jackson Melissa Jenkins Lenora Johnson Michelle Johnson Stan Johnson Delynn Jones Cary Keebortz Kenny King Cheryl Lewis Shelly Lewis Kim Lister Eric Logue Travis Logue Patrice Lozier Sheryl Lyons Gay McDonald Patty McDowell Angie McGlone Cindy McMurry Paula Matherly Alyssa Middleton Jackie Moberly David Mobley Christina Morehead Daniel Morehead Stephen Morrison Stephanie Nelson Kim Nichols Ginger Noel Connie Norton Lucretia Patterson Brent Peavler Kristin Phillips Shane Powell Amy Prewitt Freddie Raider Arlinda Rainey Cynthia Raley Libby Ransdell Renee Reeder Jamie Rice Barry Robinson Derek Robinson Lynette Rogers Scott Ross Kim Royalty Angie Russell Mark Russell Stacy Sadler Kelly Sallee Marsha Sanders Carla Savage FRESHMEN 61 Kevin Scott Michael Shewmaker Chris Short Shannon Short Mary Sims Robin Sims William Sims Tammy Smith Tammy Smith Jimmy Sprague Stacy Floyd Glenda Staton Dennis Stiglich Tim Stinnett Jeff Story Spencer Tatum Douglas Taylor Junior Taylor Todd Taylor Wayne Taylor Rita Tharp Tommy Tharp Chris Thompson Paula Thompson Anne Thornton Ashley Tingle Leah Townsend Erick Traugott Earl Treadway Eric Turner Michael Turner Joey Turpin Tonya Tyler Tina VanArsdall Tony Vandivier Scottie Vaughn David Wade Beth Waits Patrick Wallace Chris Ware David Warren David Waterfill Billy Watts Kirby Wesley Jennifer West J.D. Whitis Jessie Whittaker Scotty Williams Heather Wilson Kristi Wilson Becky Woods Benny Wray 62 FRESHMEN Spinning Their Tires The 1985 freshman sponsors are Mary Dott Gritton, Marianne Davis, Sandra Dow- ney, Rita Taylor. Barry Vandivier, Don Shupe, and Greg EM wards. The 1985 freshman officers are (President) Dennis Davis, (Vice-President) Marta Claunch, (Secretary) Roland Arnold, and (Treasurer) Scott Beavers. Like all freshman classes before, the Class of ’88 spent the majority of the year “spinning their tires.” As Mrs. Lynne Slone, freshman English teacher said, “All freshmen need a certain adjustment time — new classes, new teachers, new routines. All adapt and all eagerly await their sophomore year with (its) new adventures.” Regretfully, this left little time for them to organize fund-raising campaigns or special events. But one could say that the freshmen have built up quite a head of steam for their sophomore year. FRESHMEN 63 Brian Driskell and Aimee Reichenbach are thrilled to be chosen Mr. and Miss Sophomore. They anticipate fulfilling the expectations of their classmates. Proud to represent the sophomore class, the homecoming game is a special night for Jerry Jackson and Sheila Vaught. High Esteem Brian was shocked but was sure he possessed the leadership qualities. Aimee was surprised but glad to know fellow students thought highly of her. These were the reactions of Brian Driskell and Aimee Reichenbach when they dis- covered their classmates had voted them Mr. and Miss Sophomore. Brian, a hunter, fisherman, skier, and “four wheeler”, is a member of the baseball team, FFA, and Student Council. Aimee, a dancer, cheerleader, pianist, and swimmer, is an active participant in Co-Ed-Y, Student Council, FCA, French Club, and Science Club. They both enjoy their roles as reigning monarchs of the sophomore class. 64 SOPHOMORES Jennifer Brown finds that “practice makes perfect as she prepares her prose selection, “Portrait of Monica. Representing Mercer County in the speech tournament at U.K., she placed fourth in the state. Leading tackier. Dewey Gregory, takes a much needed break during a tough football game. Playing linebacker for five years, he is a great asset to our team. Realizing that many hours must be spent on the computers during and after school. Lisa Russell and Regina Turpin find that two heads are sometimes better than one. SOPHOMORES 65 Monica Akers Christy Allen Debi Allen Davida A1 lender Crystal Arnold Earl Baker Billy Beasley Mary Best Paula Bowen Archie Britton Melanie Brogle Jennifer Brown Becky Buchanan Tricia Bugg Emily Burks Jerome Calia Linda Cannada Kelly Carmickle Wayne Carroll James Casey John Chilton Lashannon Chilton Rodney Click Rory Click Mark Collins Rebecca Collins Billy Conner Lorrie Darland Mark Darland Eddie Davis Brian Driskell Melissa Dunn Lisa Edwards Carol Egbert Wendy Fallis Anita Florian Jeff Gay Iva God bey Karen Goodlett Debbie Green Connie Gregory Dewey Gregory Shannon Grider Scarla Gritton James Grubbs Jerry Grugin Robert Gullett Rodney Hall Holly Harmon Kim Harris Wayne Hart Kenny Hensley Mark Henson Angela Herring Chris Higginbotham Shawn Holloway Angelia Horton Janice Hughes Missy Hurst Roy Hurst Paula Isham Jerry Jackson Todd Keys Edgar Lister Glenn Logue Julie Logue Pansy Logue Luanne Long Tessa Long David Lyons Shaun McGinnis Tommy McGlone 66 SOPHOMORES Frontiersman The life of a frontiersman has always seemed an attrac- tive one to many. Very few get the chance to live that life, even for a little while. Todd Keys, however, is one of those few. Todd is a member of the Fort Harrod Amphitheater Drama Staff. The theater puts on a historical play during the summer. The Legend of Daniel Boone. At insistance from his mother. Todd tried out for the ’83 season and was cast in the role of Jamie Boone. In the play. Jamie is killed by an Indian named Plucky Menotae. Todd was “killed” 297 times in that season. During the ’84 season, Todd was cast as an Indian named Gray Fox. Todd enjoys signing auto- graphs after the shows, but hates working with his Gray Fox make-up. Todd has several anecdotes to share of things that have happened during perform- ances. Some are practical jokes like the time a general unrolled a document and discovered a Playboy centerfold inside. Others are accidents like the time an Indian’s loin cloth fell off and he was left standing in the nude. Some are bizarre as the time a drug addict wan- dered onto stage and started playing with the Indian’s feathers. Returning in May. Todd will act for a third season and continue fantasizing a frontier life on stage. SOPHOMORES 67 Equestrienne “I feel that a person can learn about oneself by working with horses. My horses have given me an ‘escape’ from everyday school life while also helping me develop a sense of responsibility at the same time,” says Emily Burks, local equestrienne. Emily displays a distinct pride in her horses. She owns two: (1) Red, a seven year old Quarter Horse gelding and (2) Honey, a two year old Quarter Horse filly. By having more than one horse, Emily has discovered that each animal is an individual. No two behave the same. Red, for example, loves attention while Honey prefers solitude. Emily and Red participate in many shows around the state, some organized by the 4-H Horse and Pony Club, of which she is a five year member. Emily has won many rib- bons and awards, such as placing third in the Western Pleasure Class at the annual Mercer County Fair and tak- ing the ’83 silver cup for the Horsemanship at the Mercer County 4-H Show. The dearest to her heart is the blue ribbon and $100 she and Red won at the Russell County Quarter Horse Show. So as soon as school is out, you can be sure that Emily will be ... back in the saddle again.” 68 SOPHOMORES Chris Mayes Christine Merriman Joe Middleton Joe Mitchell Anessa Moberly Karen Montgomery Tammy Montgomery David Moore Brian Morrison Shannon Murray Jon Noel Julie Noel Dana Norvell Nancy Overstreet Kathy Parrott Lisa Patterson David Peavler Tony Peavler Melinda Perkins Terina Peyton Lora Phillips Damon Preston Kelly Prewitt Jolene Price Tamra Priddy Woody Pulliam Anita Raider Sam Rasnake Lisa Reams Tracy Reed Carie Reeser Aimee Reichenbach Mike Riney Sharon Roark Colleen Robinson Tim Robinson Keith Rogers Lisa Russell Eddie Sallee Martye Sanders Michelle Sarvak Chen Sell James Sewell Gina Sherrow Robbie Shewmaker Todd Shewmaker Carolyn Short Dewayne Short Karen Sims Lisa Sims Earnest Slaven Angie Taylor Mitzi Thompson Joe Travillian Jeff Tribble Linda Turner Regina Turpin Valerie Turpin Sheila Vaught Sue Vineyard Mike Voris Clint Votaw Rhonda Waits Jeannie Waldridge Pemell Walker Angela Webb Terry Whittaker Brian Wiley Chris Woolums Kim Young Robin Young Troy Young SOPHOMORES 69 Six out of eight varsity cheerleaders are representatives of the sophomore class. Doing a great job, Tricia Bugg. Dana Norvell, Aimee Reichenbach. Debi Allen, and Sharon Roark decorate a paper hoop to be used at the district basketball game. Sophomore sponsors are Charlotte Driskell. Celeste Hettinger, Toni White. Dan Stoltzfus, Rita Mallory, and Twana Patrick. Sophomore officers are (President), Damon Preston (Vice President), Debi Allen (Secretary), David Moore (Treasurer). Luanne Long Searching the library, Wendy Fallis and Lisa Edwards try to find needed information which will enable them to prepare bills for KUNA. They anticipate attending KYA in the spring where Lisa will run for office. NOT PICTURED Don Bixler Tina Craig Stephanie Hendrix Cindy Jenkins Ann Logue Brian Marksbury Amanda Page John Ridgeway Tim Riley James Robinson Jennifer Sargent Joey Shelton Michelle Taylor Greg Winburn 70 SOPHOMORES Steady Pace The sophomore class was in- volved, to say the least. The sophomores made up 19% of the band, 29% of the FFA, 33% of the Co-Ed-Y, and 75% of the cheerlead- ing squad. In Co-Ed-Y, two soph- omores campaigned for a political office in the club’s statewide mock government event KYA: Lisa Ed- wards for Attorney General and Emily Burks for Chief Justice. Another outstanding sophomore was Jennifer Brown, who attended the state speech finals at U.K. The sophomore class also suf- fered disappointments. Mr. Gash would only permit them one fund raiser. He said that the juniors needed the opportunity to raise money for the prom. In addition, all the sophomores’ elaborate plans for a homecoming float were dashed when the parade was called off. Miss Downey summed the Class of ’87 up by saying, “This class is loaded with potential and enthu- siasm for sports, clubs, and other activities as well as for academics. They are actively involved in all phases of student life.” Shannon Murray and Damon Preston pick their favorite goodies at the sophomore class bake sale. The money received will be used later for special activities. The “love bug” has hit many couples in the sophomore class. Shawn Holloway and Cheri Sell catch a few moments together between class and at lunch. SOPHOMORES 71 Mr. and Miss Junior are Scott Sheperson and Christi Coyle. The coaches asked Jimmy Simpson to video-tape basketball games for future reference. Flying High “I just try to be nice to everybody . . . even Richie Gooch.’’ “I strive to fulfill my motto: The difficult you can do immediately; the impossible will take ... a little longer.” These were the answers that Scott Sheperson and Christi Coyle, respectively, gave when asked about their best qualities. Scott and Christi were voted Mr. and Miss Junior by their classmates. Scott whom Mr. Donald Shupe says ‘‘would make a good politician,” because, ‘‘he has the ability to get along with a variety of people,” enjoys motorcycles, sports and hunting and is a three-year member of the football team. Christi, ‘‘a mature, sensitive ... and mischievous teenager,” by Mrs. Marianne Davis’ account, enjoys fishing, hunting, skiing, reading, and writing and is an active member of National Honor Society, Beta, Student Council (five years), and Science Club (v.p.). When learning of his election, Scott said he ‘‘felt honored.” Christi said she ‘‘felt surprised and privileged at the same time, because ... the other nominees were as capable as I of receiving this honor.” 72 JUNIORS Halloween brought a lot of nuts out of hiding including infamous gangsters Todd Davis and Jeff Burton and their molls Michelle Kirkland and Daphine Goodlett. Representing Dred Scott. Richie Gooch overturns a century old decision with a brilliant closing statement. The junior class sends Keith Tyler and Tina Student teacher Mr. Sagar tutors Jennifer Ransdell in Chemistry, or is it the other way Pennington to represent them in the around? Homecoming Court. JUNIORS 73 Tammy Ballard Joe Barnette Tammy Bast Michelle Baxter Lisa Beck Chris Boswell Jody Briscoe Robert Brown Margie Brummett Hallie Burger Jeff Burton Tina Butler Jimmy Carmickle Missy Carr Janice Cartwright Marsha Cheak Chris Chilton Sherrie Claunch Randy Click Charles Coleman Johnny Cox Christi Coyle Colleen Crowley Lee Darland Teresa Darnell Todd Davis Heath Dean Spencer Depp Sondra Derringer Paige Drury Billy Eldridge Paula Elliott Stacy Foster Scott Gammon Kevin Gibson Susan Gibson Todd Gilkison Tracie Gilliland Tina God bey Richie Gooch Daphine Goodlett Troy Go wins Donna Gray Laneen Green Jaleen Griffey Maureen Griffey Nelson Gritton Todd Gritton Dwayne Hahn Gemmi Haley Debbie Hayslett Deanna Hockersmith Chad Horn Pamela Howard Paula Hurst Sherri Johnson Sandy Justice Sarah Kidd Ann Kinter Michele Kirkland Scott Leach Ellie Logue Howard Logue Lori Logue Shonda Bailey Lyons Gayla McCloud Keith McDonald Kim McGuire Christy Martin Vicki Meaux Bryant Merchant Tina Merriman 74 JUNIORS Cover Girl “When I’m out there in front of the camera, and it’s time to perform, something happens that makes me really get into it,” says Christy Martin. Christy enrolled in basic modeling courses at Vogue of Lexington a year ago. She became entranced with the glamour of modeling and signed up for courses in photography, acting and high fashion. Photography also became an interest for Christy and she decided to minor in it at college. But before college, Christy plans to spend a summer working towards being a model. If she doesn’t have sufficient progress as a model, she’ll enroll in college. She understands it’s a gam- ble. “To make it big,” Christy says, a model needs to have the right look at the right time.” But if this gamble should prove to be a jackpot, as long as she (a model) doesn’t blow it. she’s got it all going for her.” JUNIORS 75 Moon Child Most kids there never knew if it would be their last day,” said Lisa Beck, who served as a counselor at Indian Summer Camp, at Carrolton, Kentucky, a camp for children with cancer. Once upon a time, to most people cancer” was a sign of the zodiac. Now that sign is called moon child” and cancer carries a connotation of death. Many instinctively treat people with cancer like lepers. But while Lisa was a candy striper at the University of Kentucky’s Medical Center, she became interested in cancer patients and eventually found out about the camp. The camp only operates for a week annually. But in that week, Lisa ‘‘learned a great deal about life.” She got as much from working with the kids as they got from her. According to Lisa, the major excitement the kids find in camp is the escape from a smothering sanitary world of hospitals and doctors. ‘‘The best thing,” Lisa concluded, ‘‘I got from camp is the one thing we all forget about: Love. There isn’t one thing in this world I would trade Summer Camp for.” And next year, ‘‘You can bet I’ll be there.” Our Time This is our world, the only one we know. After our time is over where will we go? What will we be and what will we do? These decisions were a dream that now has come true. 76 JUNIORS Class after class time is ticking away It used to be year after year, now it’s day after day. They made us come to learn, to make us smart. Just to shove us into the world with little more than a start. Will there be friendly faces like there are here, Or will we be alone after next year? As long as we can we will be one. We will grow along the way as well as have fun. We know as long as we live we will be together. The memories in our heart are for Larry Miller Kendra Mize Amy Motley Brian Moynahan Robin Nelson Cindy Newsome Tim Nichols Stanley Patton Troy Peavler Tina Pennington Neanna Phillips Carolyn Pike Chris Pyle Jennifer Ransdell Paula Rawlings Lee Readnower Melissa Releford David Roberts Kathern Rogers Kent Rogers Rebecca Rogers Debbie Royalty Gary Russell Susan Sallee Tim Sallee Tina Sallee Missy Sharp Mecia Sheperson Scott Sheperson Carla Sherrow Troy Sherrow Jimmy Simpson Chris Sims Lenore Simchick Laurie Sprague Randy Tackett Calvin Taylor Sheila Taylor Becky Teater Steve Trisler Keith Tyler Brian Vanzant Pat Waits Lawrence Watts Sheila Wesley Billy West Mary Whitenack Renee Wilson Tim Witt Sarah Woods Joe Wright Stacy Young always and forever. It is already ‘85’ and we grow closer as the clock ticks For next year is our time, The Class of ‘86’. Maureen Griffey JUNIORS 77 The junior sponsors are Howard Pallis, Mike Phelps. Donna Fegenbush, Rinnie Phelps, Lynne Slone, and Betsy Sale. In Mrs. Norma Wade’s Adult Living Class, Gay la McCloud learns how difficult organiz- ing a wedding can be as she acts as Maid of Honor. “They went that-a-way. points Tim Sallee, Gary Russell, and Chris Sims, parking attendants at the football game. Paula Hurst enjoys attending the home basketball games. 1 A - £ rJ The junior officers are (Reporter) Jennifer Ransdell, (Treasurer) Renee Wilson, (Secretary) Christi Coyle, (Vice President) Scott Leach, and (President) Johnny Cox. 78 JUNIORS Building Speed Taking chemistry can be fun if you have friends like Susie Mahoney, Joe Bar- nette, Sarah Woods. Kim McGuire, and Debbie Hayslett to help break the monotony of every day class work. The junior class started gaining speed, racing toward the graduation finish line. But crossing that line takes money. The juniors needed a vast amount of capital to put on this year’s Junior-Senior Prom, as well as graduation ceremonies and a possible Senior trip not too far in the future. Ms. Betsy Sale was instrumen- tal in putting together fund-raising activities. In conjunction with Johnny Cox (class pres), Scott Leach (V.P.), Christi Coyle (sec.). Renee Wilson (treas.), and Jennifer Ransdell (rep.), she organized campaigns for selling Stanley home products and a paper drive. Reflecting on her efforts with the class officers, Ms. Sale said, “They’re a good bunch of kids to work with.” But with the expenses, juniors also got a chance to taste the privileges of seniority. The Class of ‘86’ chose the prom committee, ordered class rings from Jostens, attended Vocational School for the first time, and participated in the Powder Puff game. All in all, the ‘86’ Class is hurtling into their prime-time well- prepared. JUNIORS 79 No one’i here. Only shadows and memories Skeleton schoolyard, Mirror of the past. No children play Where shouts once ra They’ve all grown up They’ve all gone awa; Only rain plays now Pattering softly Slipping down the slide Dancing in the sand. Wind, with its invi Gently strums the Sets them swaying, Blows dandelion seeds. Grows Under the Swing remain ible hands swings, Puddles become silent witnesses Detachedly reflect empty benches Never iudainp: Once, well trod by sm Once bubbling with la Springing with joy — heels hter Now, The grass grows under the swings - Tammy Day 80 SENIORS First Couple The votes are in and the school’s First Couple is Keith Ransdell and Robin Reichenbach. Both possess amiable qualities and a generous attitude which make them popular choices for Mr. and Miss Mercer. They participate in many events around the school and around the state. Keith is a member of the Co-ed-Y, Beta. Spanish, Pep, and Speech Drama clubs and active in the track and cross-country teams. He was Chief Justice of the KYA model Supreme Court. President of the International Court at KUNA, Co-ed-Y secretary, cross-country captain, and a member of Boys’ State. Robin is a member of the Co-ed-Y, Beta, Science, Math, Pep, Spanish, and Speech Drama clubs. National Honor Society, Executive council at KUNA. Yearbook Staff, Governor’s Scholars’ Program, Student Council, prom committee, and graduation committee. She has also served as an officer of the Co-ed-Y, National Honor Society, Yearbook Staff, junior class, soph- omore class and keeps boys basket- ball and baseball stats. Keith is one of those fortunate people who has the creativity to excel in any situation where he is challenged and does so with a smile,” said Mrs. Fegenbush. Mrs. Slone was quoted as saying, Robin is a student who is truly interested and involved in her school. It’s no surprise, since she’s worked so hard, that she is Miss Mercer.” Keith and Robin show qualities of leadership, sincerity, and enthu- siasm which make them deserving of their title. SENIORS 81 Tim Agner Jeff Anderson Roger Bast Sandra Beams Sally Bishop Laura Bradshaw Kim Brandenburg Greg Brown Janet Cannon Jimmy Carey Gary Carter Audra Chumbley 84 SENIORS Keys to Success “They began their climbs toward success early in life. The high goals they set in junior high were apparent then and have continued to motivate them through their high school years. Both are determined and dedicated as students; they try to utilize their abilities to their full potentials. These ideals will assure their success in the years to come.” Who is Miss Downey speaking of? Rex Graham and Christi Darland, of course, voted Most Likely to Succeed. Rex is a member of the National Honor Society, Beta Club, Co-ed-Y, Science Club, Speech Drama Troupe, the basketball team, and the Boys’ State Program. Christi, also active in National Honor Society, Beta Club, and Co-ed-Y, is a member of the French, Pep, and Math clubs, the Girls’ State Program, Yearbook Staff, and two softball teams. To receive this award, Rex and Christi have displayed the ambition to go far in life and are capable of accomplishing their goals for the future. Mary Ann Atwell Darrell Beavers Darcy Bell Keith Brown Tim Bryant Brian Burns Brack Camden Carmen Claunch Angie Cloyd Tina Compton Denise Connelly SENIORS 85 Kathy Conner Christi Darland Marsha Darland Mark Darnall Joyce Goodlett Kevin Goodlett 86 SENIORS Cindy Darnell Susan Durr Tina Edwards Eager to Serve Because dependability is so important, the seniors devoted a superlative category to it. Cave Arnold and Denise Connelly were recipients of the Most Dependable title. Cave is an active member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club. Yearbook staff adviser, Mrs. Noel, reiterated the decision by saying, “Cave made a commitment as a sophomore to become a member of the staff for three years. As business manager during his junior and senior years, he has faithfully kept track of our financial records.” Denise is a member of the National Honor Society, Beta Club, Co-ed-Y, Science Club, and the 4-H Club. She also helps out by keeping stats for cross-country and track teams. Mrs. Lister said of her: “Dependabili- ty is knowing that no matter how difficult the circumstances, Denise will always be prepared and ready to work until the job is finished.” Regardless of the circumstances, Cave and Denise are always there to lend a helping hand. Stacy Farthing Kim Freeman Melissa Goodlett Todd Goodlett SENIORS 87 Gina Goodman Mary Hammack Ken Helton Dana Releford Lanham Angie Hardin Denise Henderson Greg Henson William Hungate Tammy Lawson John Lewis Linda Lewis 88 SENIORS Picture Perfect Strolling through the hallways with confidence because they are the Best Dressed in the senior class are Todd Gash and Cindy Tewmey. The hallway isn’t the only place Todd sports the latest fashions. He is a member of the Drama Troupe, Co-ed-Y Club, Yearbook Staff, Spanish Club, Science Club, Pep Club, and Math Club. Todd also has aspirations of a career in modeling. Cindy adorns Science Club, National Honor Society, Drama Troupe, Senior Scholars’ Program, and the Yearbook Staff and serves as an officer in the Co-ed-Y and Beta clubs. When asked about our best dressed pair, Tammy Day said, “Through his training as a model, Todd appears in public with an easy confidence and poise.” Mrs. Stratton completed the picture by commenting on Cindy thus: “In a competitive world where an individual’s appearance does matter, Cindy creates a beautiful impression.” Both Todd and Cindy believe that looking their best is a definite asset. Michelle Jackson Beth Johnstone Dana Logan Dawn Logan Mike Goodman Rex Graham Fred Kelly Wendy Kendrick Sheena Lunsford Lori McCrystal SENIORS 89 Rita McFatridge Diana Grubbs McPherson Michelle Morrison Darrell Noel Gordon McRay Robin Martin Jonas Nordstrom Marlene Norvell Kindra Reed Robin Reichenbach 90 SENIORS Jerry Mattingly Kerry Meredith Crystal Merriman Eric Montgomery Debbie Peavler Trish Pennington Dana Perkins Cheryl Prather Natural Abilities Nero once said, “Occultae musicae nulam esse respectum,” or “Hidden talent counts for nothing.” Well, the talents of Jeff Anderson and Crystal Merriman are far from hidden, for they were voted Most Talented. Jeff, a member of the FCA, gymnastics and track teams, and an officer for the Student Council, finds the best outlet for his musical gift is playing the bass drum in the band. Mr. Woolums, resident band leader, said, “Jeff has been a good student to work with. He is hard working and eager to help in anyway.” Crystal, a member of the Art Club and graduation committee, found that her talent manifested itself in her art. Mrs. Patrick said of her: “Crystal has been an art student for four years and has illustrated her artistic talent in many areas. Crystal is a sensitive, creative individual who shows that sensitivity in her art work as well as showing it in her consideration for others.” Both Jeff and Crystal have bright futures ahead of them due to their gifted abilities. Delbert Reynolds Jeff Robinson SENIORS 91 Debbie Rogers Leslie Rogers Luann Royalty Jane Sanders Gary Schroeder Trevor Sell Greta Shewmaker John Short Tracy Stratton Karen Sweet Ron Tate Kellie Clark Tatum 92 SENIORS Personality Plus How could the term “great personality” be defined? What qualities are required for the title? The two seniors who best fit this definition are Darrell Beavers and Carmen Claunch, who were voted for the title Best Personality. Darrell’s friendliness makes him a welcome addition to the FCA, basketball and baseball teams, and VICA. Carmen is a member of the Student Council, graduation committee, French Club, FCA, the basketball team and the Homecoming Court. This is far from the first title that Darrell or Carmen have received. Darrell was chosen Mr. Junior and Mr. Sophomore, Carmen has been Miss Sophomore, Snow Queen, and a Miss Mercer Co. Fair Candidate. Fellow seniors were asked to comment on Darrell and Carmen. Greg Brown stated, “Darrell has ‘no beef’ with anyone. He is always friendly and smiling.” Kindra Reed said, “Carmen always has a smile on her face and is willing to help others.” Both Darrell and Carmen’s friendly personali- ties and winning smiles should help them go far. Cindy Tewmey Tony Thompson Greg Ross Angela Royalty Mark Smith Michelle Southwell Leo Vaughn Melanie Warren SENIORS 93 Jcnni Wayland Jackie Whitehouse Deidra Logue Williams Janet Wilson NOT PICTURED Greg Devine Darrell Followell Larry Fuller Michael Hughes Petteri Pellosaari Jeff Rousey David Roy Brad Wayland Albert Whitenack Becky Willoughby Clownin’ Around “They can bring a cheerful attitude to any situation and they almost always do. Not only do they carry smiles for themselves, they have enough to share with others.” Who is Mrs. Phelps speaking of? Those words best apply to Brian Burns and Cheri Donovan, who were elected Class Clowns. Not only does Brian shine his happy light on six classes per day, but also he graces Co-ed-Y. Beta. Science, Pep, FCA and Speech Drama clubs and the basketball and baseball teams with his sense of humor. Cheri, member of the Co-ed-Y, Art Club, FHA, and the softball team, is best known for a companion named George. George, however, is not well remembered because no one but Cheri has ever seen him. When asked about Cheri’s typical antics, Mrs. Maliory recalled the following conversation: “Mrs. Mallory: ‘Cheri, you need to be typing’. Cheri: ‘But, George is using my typewriter!’” Brian and Cheri’s sense of humor will never let them lack friends. 94 SENIORS A Winning Pair When the senior class reminisces, they will automatically think of Todd Goodlett and Robin Martin as Most Athletic. Todd’s athletic accomplishments include four years of football, two years track, and being voted MVP, co-captain, and leading rusher of the football team. He also found time to be a member of many clubs and Vice President of his class. In addition to participating in many other activities, Robin is a four-year veteran of the track and cross-country in which she was voted MVP and First Team All-State and broke records for 400 m, 800 m, and long jump. Robin’s and Todd’s hard-working personalities instantly win the respect of coaches. Coach French commented, “Todd is a super athlete. The goals which he sets for himself are never out of his reach. Also, Coach Yeager added, “Robin is a very coachable, hard-working young lady and a good leader.” Both Todd and Robin love the thrill of competition and are obviously possessed with the power to win.” High Spirited The accomplishments of the Most Athletic would go unnoticed, however, except for the organizing of supporters. Fred Kelly and Joetta Young earned the title of Most School Spirit. Fred is a record-setting football player who has served as an officer of the FCA and his sophomore class. Joetta has served as an officer of the Co-ed-Y Club and her freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes and as a member of the graduation committee, the Student Council, the band, and the Prom committee. When fellow seniors were asked to comment on the “pep pair,” Mary Hammack said, “Fred not only encouraged the younger football players to do their best, he also encouraged the entire student body to support the football team.” And Sheena Lunsford had a few words to say about Joetta; “Joetta is not only high-spirited about band. She is pepped up at school as well as at the games.” Fred and Joetta have been enthusiastic supporters of their school. SENIORS 95 Devilish Duo If someone were to poll the student body on their favorite spectator sports, football and basketball would probably finish third and fourth, yielding to the ever popular (1) observing members of the opposite sex and (2) driving teachers insane. And, since MVP honors are awarded to the best participants in other sports, why not one for Teachers’ Pests? Chosen as the FWNs (Faculty’s Worse Nemesis) are Delbert Reynolds and Gina Goodman. The favorite target of the FWNs, Mrs. Davis, had much to say about both of them: “With the famous words, ‘If you don’t slow down, I’ll scream,’ Gina entered the Davis Diary of Dreaded Dears.” and, In the days of witches and warlocks, out of the fog arose Delbert, pupil of trivia. ... master of frustration.” When the Faculty-at-Large heard that the yearbook staff was taking down quotes about the devilish duo, the teachers began to form a line to have their thoughts included. Miss Smith summed up the unanimous consensus when she said, “Without a doubt, they both are very deserving of their title.” From Finland With Love Petteri Pellossaari joined the Senior Class during the second semester, after spending the first semester at Tates Creek in Lexington. The interesting part is that Petteri is a Finnish exchange student. He comes from Seinajoki, a large Finland city with no outlying farm areas. Until he came here to live with Denise Connelly and her family, he’d never even seen tobacco, much less have a chance to try his hand at stripping it. Petteri loves the U.S. and dreads returning to two additional years of school and eleven months compulsory military service in Finland. He hopes someday to return to his home away from home and visit old friends. When asked what his favorite facet of American life, Petteri answered, “McDonald’s.” Since he’s been in this country, Petteri hasn’t had the chance to travel very extensively, but he did enjoy his trip to Cincinnati, Ohio. Thus does Petteri Pellossaari come from Finland with a love for the American way of life. 96 SENIOR This Day This Day I have watched many times before Other faces, different names And I longed for my turn To stand with my friends So confident, so proud of What I had become, Ready to face Tomorrow Instead, I feel afraid And lonely There were so many things I wanted to do And so many things I wished I hadn’t done And all my time has become Yesterdays Full of memories I cannot Relive and I stand alone With my friends So confident, so proud of What I will become And when tomorrow comes I will remember This day - Mary Hammack SENIORS 97 Swedish Connection Only slightly larger than the state of California, Sweden ranks second in size among the European countries. It lies in the northern part of the continent near the Soviet Union. From a nation whose average temperature in July is 63° and has a population of only eight and one-half million comes eighteen year old Jonas Nordstrom, a Scandin- avian exchange student and senior at Mercer High. Although Jonas was prepared for a cultural shock, he found many differences between his native country and life in Harrodsburg. Already fluent in English, which all Europeans begin to study in the third grade, Jonas found little difficulty in communication. How- ever, he noted a contrast in cars, which are considerably smaller in Europe, and in foods. Jonas com- mented, “The food here is fatter and sweeter.” School, though, contrasts in many ways in the two countries. In his home city of Karlskrona, Jonas is required to take ten subjects and to attend nine years of compulsory school and three years of voluntary education before he can enter a university. Jonas finds school rules and discipline much stricter here. Also, he enjoys attending extracur- ricular activities such as football games. In Sweden, observes Jonas, “You can’t buy footballs or baseballs. We play soccer.” After graduating from Mercer, Jonas will return to his school to complete his studies there before serving fourteen months of compulsory military service in the Coast Guard. For entertainment, Jonas and his family can drive to Copenhagen, Denmark, or go speeding through Germany, which has no speed limit. Television at home is without commercials, but offers only two channels and is owned by the government. Jonas loves to travel and has visited twenty different countries. He enjoys waterskiing, photography, and tennis, in which he hopes to participate at Mercer. Living close to Russia has resulted in strange occurrences, according to Jonas, who tells of a Soviet submarine that ran aground close to his home in 1981. Although the Soviets claimed a defect in the navigation system, Jonas states that such happenings are very common today and he suspects they are KGB missions. The son of lawyer and a school teacher, Jonas is the youngest of four children. His country boasts a very high standard of living, but the citizens pay the highest taxes in the world. No one is poor in Sweden and there are no slum areas. Social Security protects Swedes, and the elderly are cared for very well. However, “Sweden is faster paced” and “Swedes are more introverted” than Americans, according to Jonas. In spite of the many changes Jonas has been faced with, he finds life at Mercer rewarding. “I think I’m adapting well here,” he says, and the students at Mercer seem to agree. 98 SENIORS Keeping reins on the seniors are sponsors Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Wade. Mrs. Lister. Mr. McMurry. and Miss Smith. They each did an outstanding job supporting the class. Rising to every occasion, Mary Hammack and Rita McFatridge are ' 1” statisticians. As well as keeping stats for two years, they also made various posters and banners to support the team throughout the years. Every year it becomes more expensive to be a senior. John Gibson. Lori McCrystal, and Tina Edwards arc only a few of the many seniors faced with large expenditures. Some of these expenditures are senior pictures, yearbooks, caps and gowns, invitations, memory books, senior keys, and T-shirts. High adventure comes to Mercer County Elementary with a visit from the A Team : Mr. T (Todd Goodlett), Face (Todd Gash). Murdock (Delbert Reynolds). Hannibal (Keith Ransdell). and Amy (Robin Reichenbach). This is the first of five productions to be presented by the drama class. Leading the Class of '85 are senior officers Cheryl Prather (President), Todd Goodlett (Vice President), Angie Hardin (Secretary). and Joetta Young (Treasurer). Their most important job is working on the graduation committee. Cheryl and Todd are also members of the cap and gown committee, founded to choose the color of the robes for the next four years. SENIORS 99 CLUBS 101 Living Art Supplementary to Home Ec. and Art classes are Future Homemakers of America and Art Club The FHA is dedicated to promoting self-development, the family unit, democracy, involvement, understanding generations, assump- tion of responsibility, awareness of men and women, and interest in Home Ec. They raised funds for the Arthritis Foundation and the Save the Lady Campaign, and planned excursions to regional, state, and national meetings. Art Club repeated the annual exhibit of their artwork in March, Youth Art Month, with a reception for teachers and parents. They also toured Centre College, had a skating party and a picnic, and raised funds in September. Both clubs found great satisfac- tion in their many activities. Art Club officers Jo Sanders, Janet Wilson and Crystal Merriman make plans for the next club meeting. The book says it’s fine art, but Petteri Pellosaari thinks he could be better with a spraygun and a cardboard box. ART CLUB: Front row: Mi y Hur� t. Kelly Sallee. Chmty Martin. Lora Phillip . Nancy Overstreet. Roy Freeman; Second: Pat Waite . Tony Vandivier. Kim Goodman. Paula Elliot. Janet Wilton. Jo Sanders, Tim Sallee; Back: Paige Drury. Stephanie Comb . Crystal Merriman. Alys ia Middleton. Erik Traugott. Mrs. Patrick. David Wade, Gemmi Haley. Cheri Donovan. Tina Merriman. 102 ART For Ms. Charlotte Driskell. being a FHA sponsor is a unique way of blending the traditional housewife role with the 80’s career woman. FHA members Stephanie Combs. Tina God bey. Sara Durr, Belinda Fallis, and Angie Horton serve in a roadblock for arthritis. % FHA: Front row: Mn. Drifted), Denise Henderson, Lcsli Rogers, Cathy Conners, Karen Sweet, Angela Royalty. Deidra L. Williams; Second: Tina Godbey. Tammy Smith. Tina Compton. Stephanie Combs. Cindy McMur- ray. Cheryl Lewis. Christina Morehcad; Third: Angelia Horton. Cheri Donovan. Lisa Cox. Gwen Currens. Donna Gray. Carolyn Prewitt. I % Sailing acros the sky went the FHA’s balloon-o-grams. Members hoped to communicate with faraway and exotic places via these. FHA 103 Immigrants If you’ve ever wondered who the new kid with the sombrero was or seen someone with eggs, honey, flour, and toilet paper in his hair, you were probably viewing the results of Spanish and French Clubs’ initiations. Both clubs are dedicated to supplementing foreign language studies by learning more about the cultures involved. The Spanish Club agenda in- cluded a trip to Lexington to view a traditional Mexican dancer, followed by a meal at El Torito’s Mexican Restaurant, and a trip to Mexico the subsequent summer. To fund these excursions, they held a bake sale and sold M M’s and family portraits. Members were satisfied with their One benefit of the Spanish Club is getting to eat in Mexican restaurants as Michele Kirkland, Daphine Goodlett and Kim Goodman demonstrate at Chi Chi’s. efforts. “Everything,” said active member Pat Waites, ‘‘is under control.” But the members of the bilin- gual sister club, the French Club, were never satisfied. Although they ordered French t-shirts and sold croissants to fund an autumn trip to Lafayette High School to view a French play, The Petite Prince, member Tammy Hayden still insist- ed, ‘‘I felt we could have done more things if (club members) had worked harder.” It’s the hope of these clubs that through the promotion of under- standing of other people’s cultures, they can make an important con- tribution to world peace. As an initiation, new Spanish Club members like Lenore Simchick and Pat Waites are required to wear Mexican costumes for a day. SPANISH CLUB: Front row: Daphine Good let (Treat.). Beth Johnstone (Sec). Paula Hurst (V Pres). Justine Glaesser (Pres.) Mrs Reda Johnson (Spon); Second row: Traci Dunning. Melissa Goodlet. Todd Gash. Keith Rantdell. Todd Gilkinson. Dana Logan. Robin Martin. Kim Freeman. Michele Kirkland. Patrice Lozier. Beth Ballard. Melissa Briscoe: Third row: Robin Nelson. Lisa Reams. Paula Bowen. Melanie Brogle. Rita McFatridge. Mary Hammack. Clint Votaw, Stacy Foster. Jessica Akers. Owen Currens; Fourth row: Pat Waites. Ann Kinter, Lenore Simchick. Jerry Jackson. Vicki Meauz. Scott Cooper. Ray Cornish. Sherrie Sell. Angie Taylor;Flfth row: Karen Montgomery. Karen Goodlett. Crystal Arnold. Valerie Turpin. Kathy Parrott, and Christi Allen. 104 SPANISH FRENCH CLUB: Front row: Christy Martin. Lisa Beck. Michele Baxter. Kim McGuire, Todd Davis (Rep.). Susan Sallee (Pres). Gayla McCloud. Gemini Haley. Kindra Reed (Treat.). Carmen Claunch (V.P.). and Eddie Davit; Second row: Debbie Hayalett. Susan Gibson. Stephanie Coleman. Elisabeth Grugin. Sandra Beams (Sec). Dana Perkins. Tammy Hayden. Jonas Nordstrom. Brian Moynahan. Jeff Burton. Chris Mayes. Brian Morrison. Mr Howard Gregory; Third row: Gina Goodman. Ellie Logue, Debbie Green. Dana Norvell. Scarla Gritton. Janice Cartwright. Missy Sharp, and Paula Rawlings. French club initiations can be somewhat messy. Items such as honey, flour, eggs, etc., are used to welcome the new members. Aimee Reichenbach, Mitzi Thompson, Carol Egbert, and Julie Noel model their shirts with inscriptions in French. FRENCH 105 Born Again Two Clubs could be considered “reborn” among the current lot. The Sr. High Science Club rose like a Phoenix from the ashes of the Biphychem Club. With its new vigor, the club took field trips to the Cincinnati Zoo, a biological museum, Mammoth Cave, and Oak Ridge, Tennessee, where they viewed a nuclear reactor. Through the miracles of prayer and athletics, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes sees each new conquest as a rebirth. This club has its roots in the hasty prayers athletes say when they’re making that important shot, when they’re putting on their uniforms, or even after they’ve won to thank God for His help. At an early meeting, they had Tommy Bell to lecture. Another speaker had been scheduled, but couldn’t make it. The FCA ac- cumulated canned foods for needy families at Thanksgiving. They also raffled off a football during a Homecoming Game. Both clubs found new enthu- siasm in renewed existence. It’s sure that they’ll be around for years to come. At the Cincinnati Zoo, the wildest animals, like Paula Bowen, Carrie Reeser, and Aimee Reichenbach, are outside the cages. Mrs. Davis raises her cup of punch to toast the success of the all-new Science Club. SR HIGH SCIENCE: Front row: Janice Cartwright. Paula Rawlings. Missy Sharp, Robin Reichenbach. Kindra Reed (program director). Sheila Vaught (sec.) Christy Coyle (v.p.). Brad Sanford (pres.). Sandra Beams. Dawn Logan. Laura Bradshaw. Susan Durr; Second row: Linda Lewis. Tonya Tyler. Maureen Griffey. Jaleen Griffey. Luann Royalty. Greta Shewmaker. Denise Connelly. Michelle Dees. Elbe Logue. Tamra Priddy. Lisa Russell. Mary Best. Angela Webb; Third row; Derek Horn, Todd Gash. Keith Ransdell. Cindy Tewmey. Carol Egbert. Anessa Moberly, Julie Noel. Lisa Edwards. Wendy Fallis. Debbie Green. Aimee Reichenbach, Lisa Patterson; Fourth row: Jody Briscoe. Chris Hatfield. Nelson Gritton, Res Graham. Brian Bums. Debbie Hayslett. Christy Martin. Crystal Merriman. Charles Coleman. Scott Leach. Susan Sallee. Todd Davis; Back row: Janet Chilton. Bob Brock. Gina Goodman. Justine Glaesscr. Robin Martin. Beth Johnstone. Paul Ammons. Margie Brummett. Tammy Bast. Delbert Reynolds. Jeff Burton. Scott Sheperson. Damon Preston, and Shannon Murray. 106 SCIENCE CLUB PC A: Officers • Todd Gilkison (treat.). Greg Brown (sec.), Scott Leach (v.p.). Fred Kelly (prea.); Front row: Rita McFatridge, Mary Hammack. Kerry Meredith. Beth Johnstone. Carmen Claunch. Greg Roaa. Gary Schroeder, John Short. Eric Montgomery, Robin Martin, Gina Goodman. Sandra Beams, Janet Wilson. Jonas Nordstrom; Second Row: Greg Henson. Tim Bryant. Jerry Mattingly. Cheryl Prather. La-Neen Green. Laurie Sprague, Dana Perkins, Gay la McCloud. Tammy Ballard. Stacy Young. Dewey Gregory. Marta Claunch, David Moore; Third row: Jeff Anderson. Richie Gooch. Debbi Allen. Brian VanZant. Derek Horn. David Warren. Amy Prewitt; Fourth row: Angie McGlone. Alyssa Middleton, Tricia Bugg. Sharon Roark. Aimee Reichenbach. Keith Helton. Libby Ransdell, Spencer Tatum. Ray Caton. Roland Arnold. David Moberly. Royce Durham; Fifth Row: Scar la Gritton. Dana Norvell. Nelson Gritton. Todd Davis. Becky Teater. Carrie Reaser. Eddie Davis. Becky Buchanan. Brian Morrison. Shannon Murray; Last Row: Kim Goodman. Johnny Cox. Jeff Burton. Chris Hatfield. Scott Sheperson. Darrell Beavers. Heather Wilson. Laura Connelly. Before each baseball game Coach Cox has a moment of prayer with his players. Despite the efforts of good sportsmanship. Shannon Murray discovers that some situations cannot be avoided. FCA 107 Getting the Job Done Lunch Bunch-ers Lisa Reams and Carrie Reeser take a survey on what students eat at lunch for future reference. Recently, with the emphasis on education, students have needed proper representation more than ever. To accomplish this, they have the Sr. High Student Council and the Lunch Munch Bunch. The Council is elected by the student body and has policy meet- ings with Mr. Gash. They also plan events for the students pertaining to holiday seasons, including Halloween activities, St. Valentine’s Day dance, an essay contest on Thanksgiving, and a needy basket campaign for Christmas. The Lunch Munch Bunch is chosen by the faculty and they try to promote good nutrition in the cafeteria’s daily fare. They held “appreciation days” for the teachers and the cooks. Officers attended the Kentucky School Food service Meet- ing to study the proper preparation of food and the proper way to run an efficient cafeteria. The Bunch gained practical experience by taking over the cooks’ jobs for a day. As evidenced by these two clubs, student government is evolving quickly from a popularity contest into a competent socio-political force. CAFETERIA WORKERS: Ruby Tackett. Martha Dean. Beulah Thompson, Louiae Bowman. Eva Logue. Betty Burchett. Mary Beatty. Edna Philip . Wanda Itham. Serving the lunch everyday can be a very hectic and thankless job. 108 LUNCH MUNCH BUNCH Electioneering wasn’t only from Reagan and Mondale; Gayla McCloud, Greg Brown, and Todd Goodlet campaign for Council president. After their coronation, Sweetheart Dance King Jerry Mattingly and Queen Cheryl Prather pose for their Royal Portrait. STUDENT COUNCIL: FTont Row: Chris Short. Mr Rinnie Phelps Upon). Carmen Claunch. Miss Karen Smith (spon), Dana Logan. Jeff Anderson. Justine Glaesser. Angie Hardin. Patrice Lozier, Mary Collier; Second row: Nelson Gritton. Scott Leach, Gary Schroeder. Greg Ross. Greg Brown (pres.). Gayla McCloud. Dewey Gregory. Libby Ransdell. Renee Wilson; Third: Christi Coyle, Sheila Vaught. Tracie Gilliland. Molly Bee. Richie Gooch. Laurie Sprague. Becky Buchanan. Kim Goodman. Lloyd Fallis. Cheryl Prather. Pansy Logue. Ken Helton. Jennifer Ransdell. Pam Howard. Fourth : Beth Waites, Aimee Reichenbach, Sharon Roark. Brian Driskell. Dana Norvell. Alyssa Middleton. Lisa Patterson. Tamra Priddy. Lisa Edwards. Robin Young. Chris Woolums, Leo Vaughn Somebody has to do it. and so poor Jennifer Ransdell is drafted to assist in the play Tom Sawyer STUDENT COUNCIL 109 SPEECH TEAM: Front Row: Kathy Ballard. Mary Jennifer Brown: Third Row: Cindy Tewmey. Keith Whitenack. Shana Harlow. Davette Baker. Mr Jana Ranadell. Delbert Reynold . Todd Gath. Julie Drury. Stratton: Second Row: Camille Elliot. Christy Martin. Keith Tyler. Kindra Reed. Damon Pre ton. Emily Burk . Arts Patrons went to Keith Ransdall (Second) and Emily Burks (Third). Also receiving awards were Davette Baker (Second, humor) and Jennifer Brown (First, prose). At the speech regionals in Berea, the following qualified for the state tournament: Kindra Reed, Todd Gash, Jennifer Brown, Mary Whiten- ack, Emily Burks, Camille Elliott, Kathy Ballard, Julie Drury, Shawna Harlow, and Debbie Sadler. State competitions were held at U.K. Sr. High members competed on March 8 and 9 with an award going to Jennifer Brown for Fourth place, prose and speaker awards going to Jennifer, Emily Burks, Todd Gash, Mary Whitenack, and Kindra Reed. By their actions, the members of the chorus and speech clubs will do much to further the arts in America during their lives. Howling in anguish, Cindy Tewmey gives a magnificent performance of Goodbye Miss Lizzie Bordon.” For anyone interested in careers in music or the performing arts, the Choral Club and Speech Team are great ways to start out. The chorus had many field trips on their current agenda. They attended an October festival at Centre College in Danville, the Central Kentucky Music Festival and the Kentucky Music Convention both in February, a solo festival in March, concerts in April and May, and the Junior High All-State Chorus. In August, the chorus sold “Note Things” to raise funds for these excursions. The speech team had a spec- tacular year at competitions around the state. October 13, they competed at St. Xavier in Louisville. Awards went to Christy Martin (Fourth place, drama), Cindy Tewney (Second, poetry and sixth, duet), Robin Reichenbach (Sixth, duet). Sharon Roark and Keith Tyler (Fourth, duet), and Laurie Sprague (Fourth, humor). November 3, at Cythiana’s Harrison County, Second place awards went to Jennifer Brown (prose) and Davette Baker (extemperanous). December 1, at Henry Clay in Lexington, Kindra Reed took Fourth place, drama. December 15, at Louisville’s Atherton, drama awards went to Cindy Tewmey (Second place) and Kindra Reed (Third). Extemperanous awards Taking a deep breath, Kindra Reed prepares to perform Night Mother by getting into her character’s personality. 110 SPEECH TEAM CHORAL CLUB Front Row: Lori Logue (pre ). Terina Peyton (vice-pre ) La Shannon Chilton (Sec.), Linda Lewi (treat.). Rebeccah Collin (rep.). Carolyn Short (lib). Mr . Gay O'Banion (spon); Second row: Valerie Turpin, Martha Sander . Beth Waites. Arlinda Rainey. Jennifer Brown. Janet Chilton. Tammy Montgomery. Jaleen Griffey; Third Row: Regina Turpin. Sarah Kidd. Kathern Rogers. Robin Young, Tim Stinnett. Paula Thomps. Edgar Litter. Lisa Edward . Stacy Sadler. Karen Good let; Fourth Row: Tracie Gilliland. Tammy Bast. Margie Brummctt. Maureen Griffey. Troy Young. Tony Vandivier. Chris Thompson. Tommy Drury. Amy Grider. Angie Taylor As the class waits. Mrs. Gay O'Banion gives a final look at the music before starting to play. Laidback Smalltalk was the feature attraction at the chorus picnic (... and the Beta picnic . .. the FHA picnic ...) Tony Vandivier enjoys the sophisticated equipment he uses in the chorus. CHORUS 111 Excellence The recognitions of academic excellence are few and far between considering the labor that goes into achieving. Foremost in the recogni- tion department are the Senior High Beta Club and the National Honor Society. Beta members, all with a G.P.A. of 3.25 or better, helped out with the September cerebral palsy roadblock. Homecoming halftime, and Teacher Appreciation Week. Also planned was a Convention delegation and picnic. They sold Princeton Co. candy and hot chocolate in October. In May, the following new members were inducted into the Beta Club: Christy Allen, Debi Allen, Mary Best, Melanie Brogle, Emily Burks, Eddie Davis, Melissa Dunn, Carol Egbert, Wendy Fallis, Jerry Grugin, Chris Mayes, Anessa Moberly, Karen Montgomery, Damon Preston, Tamara Priddy, Woody Pullium, Lisa Reams, Todd Shewmaker, Sheila Vaught, and Kim Young. At the National Honor Society’s first meeting, they decided to cut activities to a minimum. During scheduling, members created help centers to advise underclassmen. Nominations for and the election of Prom King and Queen were handled by the junior members. The new NHS members induct- ed were: Trish Pennington, Brad Sanford, Keith Ransdell, Angie Hardin, Charles Coleman, Pam Howard, Sheila Vaught, Anessa Moberly, Chris Mayes, Emily Burks, Damon Preston, Woody Pullium, Debi Allen, Lesa Reams, Melanie Brogle, and Christy Allen. Simply through recognition of superior scholars and community service, Beta and NHS are in the business of excellence. During a NHS meeting, members plan for the exercises for the NHS induction. Lori Logue and Jaleen Griffey wait patiently for the induction ceremony to begin. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: Front row: Robin Reichenbach (Pres.), Maureen Griffey (V.P.), Lori Logue. Jaleen Griffey (Sec.). Linda Lewis (Treas.). Christi Coyle (Rep); Second row: Cindy Tewmey. Jennifer Ransdell. Denise Connelly, Cave Arnold. Scott Leach. Sara Kidd. Ellie Logue. Christi Darland. Denise Henderson. Tammy Day. Back row: Gayla McCloud. Justine Glaesscr. Sally Bishop. Robin Martin. Tina Sallee. Rex Graham. Not pictured: Chris Pyle. 112 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY New Beta members aren’t exempt from duties as Damon Preston well knows. He is drafted to serve punch at the Prom. During a Beta meeting, students can relax and enjoy the rewards of being a good student: cookies and soft drinks. BETA: Front row; Jackie White (spon.). Cindy Tewmey (pres.). Denise Connelly (v.p.). Sarah Kidd (sec.). Jaleen Griffey (treas.), Justine Glaesser (rep.); Second row: Trish Pennington. Christi Darland. Linda Lewis. Angie Hardin. Keith Ransdell. Beth Johnstone. Sally Bishop. Scott Leach. Becky Tester. Nelson Gritton. Kim McGuire. Mary Whitenack. Tina Sallee; Third row: Jennifer Ransdell. Denise Henderson. Tammy Day. Renee Wilson. Sandra Beams. Charles Coleman. Gayla McCloud. Todd Davis. Missy Carr. Ellie Logue. Vicki Meaux; Back row: Maureen Griffey. Michelle Dees. Lori Logue. Paula Rawlings. Rex Graham. Brad Sanford. Cave Arnold. Brian Burns. Todd Goodlett. Christi Coyle. Not pictured: Chris Pyle Teachers such as Mrs. Fegenbush and M9. Smith were delighted to be served a delicious meal by Beta members. Cindy Tewmey, Denise Connelly, and Linda Lewis. BETA CLUB 113 Conquerers The goals of the F.F.A. is a major conquest especially if one counts the mastering of their chosen profession as a farmer. To accomplish this goal, field trips were organized to a tobacco warehouse, the Brewer Kidd Farm, and various other farms around the county. The officers attended summer camps, conven- tions, and sponsored F.F.A.-week to help educate people on the club’s work. They also chose an outstand- ing member for each month. F.F.A. is not merely a local project; it stretches across the nation. It is rare when a local member receives recognition from the nation- al F.F.A. Organization. However, in the case of Jennifer Ransdell, she was selected to the National F.F.A. Chorus, after she sent a cassette to Kansas City, Missouri in August. Many other activities were planned during the year such as a cookout, skating party and a year- end banquet, plus money-making projects like poinsettia sales and stripping tobacco. The spirit of every member is still as great as they strive to achieve their goals in life as farmers. The FFA's fearless leaders. Sponsor Tony Shirley and the club officers, officiate at the Chapter Farmer Ceremonies. After a year of hard work, the FFA members proudly display their awards won at the 1984 State Fair. 114 FFA FPA: Tim Nicholt. Pres.; Tony Thompson, V-Pres.; Jennifer Ransdell. Sec.; Chria Boswell. Treat.; David Roberta. Rep.; Keith Tyler. Sentinel; Second Row: Tony Shirley, aponaor; Heath Dean. J. Pres.; Chria Higginboth- am. Jr. V-Prea.; Luanne Long. Jr. Sec.; David Peavler. Jr Sentinel; Mike Voria. Jr. Rep.; Todd Shewmaker. Jr. Treat.; Dan Stoltifua. aponaor; Third Row: Mark Russell. Priailla Carnsquillo. Tina Edwards. Kim Brandenburg. Gardner Travillian. Debbie Rogers. Becky Willoughby. Leo Vaughn. Kevin Goodlett. John Lewis. Todd Ransdell. Robert Gullet. Dewayne Short. Jeff Tribe. Billy Conner. Joyce Cox. Robbie Shewmaker: Fourth Row: Michael Shewmaker. Junior Taylor. Cloyd Fallis. Chria Hatfield. Steven Morrison. Kevin Henson. John Chilton. Anthony Hazelwood. John Ridgeway. Shawn McGinma, Brian Driakell. Archie Britton. Jon Noel; Fifth Row: Ashley Tingle. Dwayne Hahn. Derek Horn. Garv Russell. Bob Brock. Kent Rogers. Ray Cat on, Keith Helton. Paul Ammons. Jerry Beat. Glen Logue. Rory Click. Larry Fuller. Billy West. Teresa Darnell. Randy Click. Meliasa Releford. Travia Logue. Wayne Taylor. Eric Logue. Adam Chumbley; Sixth Row: Mark Freeman. Cary Kecbortz. Derick Robins. Albert Whitenack. Margret Logue. Eric Turner. Keith Rogers. Eddie Sallee. Mike Riney. Shannon Grider. Peroell Walker. Ken Helton. Wayne Hungate. Tim Riley. Howard Logue. Chria Thompson, Anthony Bcckncll. To raise money for their club, F.F.A. members like Heath Dean and Kent Rogers prepare to sell poinsettias at Christmas-time. After competing at the Mercer Co. Fair. Chris Higginbotham, Aaron Cox and their pigs won a blue ribbon. President Tim Nichols stands firmly at the helm of his mighty club. Jenni Wayland proves that welding is not only for the boys. FFA 115 Horizons The Sr. High Co-Ed-Y Club contributed much to charity by organizing fund-raising campaigns for cerebal palsy, the Harrodsburg touist commission, YMCA building fund, and the Statue of Liberty. On the basis of community service, they were awarded the AAA, the highest honor given by the state YMCA. As always, the club’s main business, though, was sending delegates to special mock governmen- tal bodies to learn about the procedures of government. These included a Leadership Training Conference, the Kentucky-United Nations Assembly, Kentucky Youth Assembly, and for the first time, the Go-For-It Conference. Delegates to these assemblies included Cindy Tewney, Damon Preston, Ray Cornish, Lisa Edwards, Kim Lister, Karen Montgomery, Wendy Fallis, Christi Darland, Trish Pennington, Aimee Reichenbach, Debbie Green, Emily Burks, Annessa Moberly, Sheila Vaught, Debbie Burkhead, and Tina VanArsdall, but two representatives who really stood out were Keith Ransdall and Robin Reichenbach. Keith attended every conference and served as President of the International Court and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. For his leadership ability, Keith won the Kenton Memorial Leadership Award. Robin attended KUNA and KYA and served as a committee chairman at both. She won an Outstanding Delegate Award. Considering the leadership they’ve instilled in students like Keith and Robin, the Sr. High Co-Ed-Y is planning a future of peace and unity just over the horizon. At KUNA Keith Ransdall serves as President of the International Court. He is the first Mercer student to win this honor. Chief Greg Edwards proudly displays his Indian headband that the Co-Ed-Y distributed to the faculty during Thanksgiving. SR HIGH CO-ED-Y Front Row: Richie Gooch. Rohm Reichenbach (KUNA KYA representative). Demsc Connelly (Treas.). Christi Darland (Sec). Trish Pennington (Pres). Cindy Tewmey (Chaplin). Sheila Vaught. Ancssa Moberly. Melissa Dunn. Second Row: Tncia Bugg. Defcri Allen. Chen Donovan Daphtne Good leu. Michele Kirkland. Debbie Green. Aimee Reichenbach. Tamra Pnddy. Ellie Logue. Vickie Means. Third Row: Ray Cornish. Todd Sbewmaker. Nancy Overstreet. Derek Horn. Wendy Falhs. Lisa Edwards. Linda Lewis. Tina Vanarsdall. Fourth Row: Karen Montgomery. Lora Philips. Angela Webb. La-Neen Green. Laurie Sprague. Julie Lister. Debbie Burkhead. Todd Keys. Fifth Row: Damon Preston. Trane Gilland. Margie Brummett. Tammy Bast. Paula Hurst. Julie Drury. Tonya Tyler. Amy Prewitt. Laura Bradshaw. Sixth Row: Rei Graham. Keith Ransdcll. Jonas Nordstrom. Todd Gash. Miss Sandra Downey (spoosor) 116 CO-ED Y Mercer represent Iraq at KUNA, a model United Nations where Kentucky's youth debate proposals concerning world affairs. At a special meeting of Co-Ed-Y. alumni (Janet Cox. Tammy Moms; entertain Cindy Towmey. Trish Pennington, and Joetta Young with their stories of Sandra Downey Annessa Moberly. Debbie Green. Chris- ti Darland. Trish Pennington. Sheila Vaught. Debbie Burk head, and Tina VanArsdall worked diligently oc campaign at KYA Emily Burks ran for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and Lisa Edwards won the office of Attorney General. Co-ED Y 117 With diligent concentration, Ellie Logue and Vicki Meaux try to perfect each note as they pep up the crowd. Smiling behind their woodwinds, Susan Coleman and Julie Noel derive a great deal of satisfaction from performing in the band. During the confusion before halftime, Colen Crowley discovers that she has accidentally picked up someone else’s instrument. BAND; Center: Field Commander Sally Bishop; Front row: Robin Nelson. Nona Turner. Angela Lanham. Elizabeth Grugin. Sally Bishop. Stephanie Brock. Crystal Bailey. Stephanie Coleman; Second row: Kim Royalty. Laura Connelly. Kim Lister. Suzctte McCloud. Denise Wilson. Debbie Hartman. Christi Turner. Michelle Southwell; Third Row: Vicki Meaux. Ellie Logue. Carol Egbert. Travis Devine. Brad Burchett. Lenore Simchick. Tina VanArsdall. Terry Goodlet. Cindy Goodlet. Allan Leach; Fourth row: Justine Glaesser. Julie Noel. Susan Coleman. Shannon Short. Kindra Reed. Wendy Fallis. Jeff Anderson. Angie Hardin, Lisa Edwards. Amy Kays. Dawn Logan. Jimmy Sprague. Kim Young. Denise Connelly. Chris Woolums; Fifth Row: Michelle Kirkland. Stacy Farthing. Tamra Priddy, Stacy Sadler. Debbie Burkhead. Gina Sherrow, Tina Jackson. Ann Kinter, Kathy Parrott. Julie Logue. and Daphine Duck Goodlett. 118 BAND Drum Roll A drumroll is definitely deserv- ing of the Scottie Band. The band recorded its best year to date, becoming established as one of the more prestigious groups in the school. The Marching Scotties gained their biggest success on the competi- tion field. With the invaluable experience of ten seniors and second year field commander Sally Bishop, the band worked together as one unit to accomplish their goals. At the Scott Co. Band Competi- tion, the band received Best Percus- sion, Second Place Over-All Field Commander, and Third Place Band. The competition season ended in October at Boyle Co., where the band earned Second Place Field Com- mander and another Third Place Band. From the first trumpet burst to the final cymbal clash, the Marching Scotties proved that dedication makes a winning group, on or off the field. FLAG and RIFLE CORPS: Front row: Sara Woods. Susie Mahoney. Tina Jackson. Kathy Parrott; BACK ROW: Tamra Priddy. Stacy Farthing. Julie Logue. Gina Sherrow. Debbie Burkhead. Stacy Sadler. Not pictured: Michele Kirkland. Daphine Good let t, Anne K inter The visage of Sally Bishop makes evident the amount of physical and mental work that goes into being the Band Field Commander. Thanks to the band boosters, led by Mrs. Betty Burchett, members were treated to a delicious meal and special awards. BAND 119 By the end of the day, confusion sets upon the Yearbook Staff, as tired faces and worried looks appear on everyone. After attending the Press Day Seminar. Sandra Beams, Susan Durr, and Rita McFatridge relax while the bus is being repaired. On the Move For the yearbook staff, the year began with choosing a theme for the next Highlander. Many were con- sidered, but “High Adventure” was chosen. After the theme was selected, work began on the actual layouts. Many improvements were made, such as headlines and foliotabs being enlarged. However, a big change occurred with the decision to follow the journalistic rules. The column method was used along with the placing of captions beside the pictures. In late September, the 1984 Highlanders arrived. Students of- fered comments such as, “It’s different!” and, “It looks like our new math books!” However, most students agreed that the yearbook staff had done excellent work. January fifth brought about deadline time. All color layouts and one-third of each section had to be completed. The first deadline proved to be very challenging, but second and third deadlines went much more smoothly. 120 YEARBOOK STAFF The stealthy staff enforcers. Cindy Bat- man Tewmey and Melissa Robin Goodlett hunt down yearbook debtors. To complete any project, the staff must work as a unit. Here, the staff pitches in to finish posters for the Sales Campaign. After '84 yearbooks arrived, each staff member was assigned a homeroom in which to distribute and sell yearbooks. Here. Gary Russell delivers a Highlander to Amy Motley. YEARBOOK STAFF 121 Building Blocks Travis Scarborough and Brian Wyley received awards for selling the most ads to raise money for I.A.S.A. When one thinks of student clubs, the ones listed herein are usually neglected. They are societies connected with vocational education: the IASA and VICA. The Industrial Arts Student Association (IASA) is a newly formed club that replaces the long-standing KIEA (Kentucky In- dustrial Education Association). It’s purpose is “to promote industrial education at Mercer.” To accomplish this, the six Mercer members took field trips to colleges, industries, and Eastern Kentucky University’s Department of Industrial Education and Technology’s “Student Crafts- man Fair” late in April at the Fitzpatrick Building. The Vocational Industrial Club of America (VICA), part of a national organization, is one of the best organized clubs. It has a rigidly structured meeting organization. The local club participates in many events organized by the mother society, the most important of which is the Skill Olympics. The first stage in the competition is held here, the regionals in Lexington, the state finals in Louisville, and the national championship in Phoenix, AZ. The members sold Nasco car wax to raise $1400.00 for the competition costs. The VICA sent Gary Schroeder, President Jeff Hart, and Vice- President Joe Wright to Frankfort in October to study parlimentary procedure in action. By giving speeches and running through prac- tice meetings, their delegation took third place. The club also took field trips to Louisville’s Farm Machinery Show and the Corvette Plant. Club funds bought a carbon arc machine for welding students and a Lenco trainer for beginners. These clubs’ activities are proof that they may be forgotten at times, but they are far from gone. The elementary students are delighted to know that the I.A.S.A. had made wooden blocks for them. 122 IASA V1CA: Front row: Carla Sherrow. Sandy Justice. Tim Bryant. Darrell Beavers. William Hungate. Greg Henson. Chris Rainey. Lee Readnower. Kenny Hensley. George Whiteneck. Greg Devine. Tina Butler; Second Row: Jimmy Carmicheal. Trevor Sell. Allen Devine. Brack Camden. Ken Helton. Troy Gowins. Johnny Cox. Troy Sherrow. Ronnie Smith. Mark Darnell. Gary Schroeder, Spence Depp. Joe Wright. Third Row: Lee Darland. Randy Tackett. Bryant Merchant. Keith Brown. Jerry Mattingly. Darrell Noel. John Short. Gary Carter. Gordon McRay. Stanley Patton. Calvin Taylor. Barry Taylor. Ron Tate. Richie Lowery. Mike Goodman. Keith McDonald. Jeff Hart. Chris Chilton; Back Guy Driskell. Brad Wayland. Scott Price. Darrell Followell. John Short demonstrates the algebraic and geometric knowledge of a master carpenter. The sweaty brow of Gary Shroeder is knit in concentration as he carefully adds a horizontal plank to a wall structure. Mike Goodman observes the installation of electrical outlets by fellow members Keith McDonald and Chris Chilton VICA 123 HOSA members visited the rabbit patch to Making an x-ray, Tina Compton wonders if distribute Easter candy to kindergarten a people’s insides look worse than their students. outsides. Joyce Goodlett acts as a patient to give students practice at taking temperatures and blood pressures. HOSA: Front row: Darcy Bell, Amy Motley. Cindy Darnell. Cathy Conner; Back row: Mrs. Sims. Joyce Goodlett. Tina Compton. Kim Dennis, Tammy Lawson 124 HOSA Since F.B.L.A. members are required to work Sorting through these letters is part of so many hours with computers, Michelle Angela Roylaty’s class project. Goodman has become a whiz kid at basic programming. Foundation The sponsors and members of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) believe that actual exper- iences are the building blocks of careers. The FBLA sold stationary items in March. They studied sales campaigns by putting together bulletin boards “selling” their club. Their “office parties” included a baby shower for Michele Morrison and a March skating party. HOSA spent the last three school days of every week serving in hospitals, nursing homes, am- bulances, and the offices of Drs. Dedman and Hatcher. On Mondays and Tuesdays, the Seniors - only club returns to the classroom to be tested on what they’d learned. Piece by piece, the FBLA HOSA are building their futures by living them. Kendrick. Lesli Rogers, Marsha Darland. Lisa Caton. Jane Sanders. Karen Sweet. Michele Baxter. Cindy Newsome. Mrs Debbie Reed. FBLA; Front row: Sheila Taylor. Diane McPherson. Michelle Jackson. Angela Roylaty. Denise Henderson. Rebecca Rogers; Back row: Mrs. Judy Sutter. Wendi A plus of leisure time and the opportunity to use a typewriter has Debbie Spaulding writing a friendly letter. FBLA 125 Fearless Leaders Two organizations were formed in the Jr. High for the purpose of instilling in them the virtue of moral leadership. The Jr. High Co-Ed Y Club is, as Danielle Prather titled it, “a good Christian Club.” Catering to the needs of the school and communi- ty, the club sold Courier Journel subscriptions to finance a computer for the school and provided Thanks- giving and Christmas baskets for the needy. Leadership conferences, such as the KY Youth Assembly and KUNA were on the agenda and the Jr. High sent delegates to study governmental procedures. The Jr. High Student Council, a group of the best leaders as picked by teacher nomination, represents the Jr. High before the school. They sponsored events such as a door decorating contest, essay contest, a sports recognition pro- gram, and an eighth grade Gradua- tion Dance. They aim to please, or as Mark Young said, “We try to meet the students’ needs.” The library was the scene of a clandestine meeting between Sheik Van Ruby and KGB agent Amy Kays on United Nations Day, 1984. Co-Ed-Y sponsor Mrs. Brenda Floyd finds the trip to the Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA) enjoyable and inspiring. JR HIGH CO-ED-Y: Terry Roark. Stacy Gibson. Stephana Aldridge. Sherry Curtsinger. Ranie Nall. Davette Baker. Lynn Waterfill. Pam Green, and Shan Gooch; Second Row: Amy Kay� . Melissa McGinnis. Chris Caton. Danielle Prather. Brenda Floyd (Sponsor). Martha Birdwhistell (sponsor), and Angela Lane; Third Row: Van Ruby. Jim Lopez. Mark Young. April Tyler. Ashley Gash. Michele Hudson, Crystal McDonald. Marie White. Beth Kidd. Angela Lanham. Sandy Puell. Kathy Ba'lard; Back Row: Steven Waterfill. Theresa Woods. Michelle Sutton. Stacy Ransdell. Bridget Merchant. Earl Pinkston, and Chris T rower 126 JR. HIGH CO-ED-Y Debate was heavy in KYA Committee meetings. Many students were present to hear the arguments. Co-Ed-Y members Ashley Gash and Marie White were enthralled by the speakers on governmental procedures at KYA. Looking like rejects from Revenge of the Cookie Monsters. Amy Kays and Misha Gash show that raising money is important to the success of a club. Brandon Robbins. Chris Trower. Kenny Allen. Shan Gooch. Jennifer Cusp. Shane Travillian; Back Row: Donna Rcdwinc (sponsor). Chris Turpin. Kathy Ballard. Amy Kays. David Coleman. Penny Burger (sponsor). Brian Pyle, and Keith Graham JR HIGH STUDENT COUNCIL: Debbie Satler. Mark Young. Melissa McGinnis; Second Row: Misha Gash. Tim Darland, Jonathon Morrison. Jim Lopez. Regina Wilson. Terri Roark. Margaret Woodard. Angela Price: Third Row: Shawna Harlow. Jamie Dean. Chris Slone. Santa Claus checks his list on Mrs. Floyd’s entry in the St. Council Door-Decorating Contest. Mrs. Floyd must’ve been nice because Santa secured the coveted title of “Honorable Mention” for her homeroom. JR HIGH STUDENT COUNCIL 127 A few of the Science Club members take a Special speakers like Mr. Kelly Breeding allow the Jr. High Science Club to learn about many new careers. No one enjoys field trips more than Science Club sponsor Mr. Terry Dailey when he can slip away and catch a few moments to himself. JR HIGH SCIENCE CLUB: Front Row: Melissa McGinnis. Angela Price, Bridget Merchant. Tamara Moynahan, Shannon Prewitt, Valerie Bryant, and Amy Trisler; Second row: Beth Strickland. Mary Chilton, Danielle Prather (Pres.). Shannon Robinson (V.P.), Nellie Burks (Rep.). Stacy Ransdell (Sec.). Rebekah Hendren (Treas.), Julie Green, Debbie Sadler; Third row: Aaron McRay, Angela Goodlett. Stephanie Witt, Beth Kidd, Sandra Fuell. Jackie Cheatham. Brent Bell, Alison Dean. Janie McCoy. Angela Lanham. Mr. Terry Dailey (spon.). Davette Baker, Heath Harper. Kathy Pike. Jennifer Hungate. April Tyler, and Tammy Byrd; Back row: Mr. Jack Robertson, Kevin Long. Vincent Tatum. Darren Simms, Bartley McQueary. Brian O'Banion. Chris Slone. Alison Sherrow. Sissy McGinnis. Robin Darland. Scott McGinnis. Ray Cornish. Dana Stinnett. Shane Travillian, Jan Young. 128 JR. HIGH SCIENCE CLUB Many new seventh graders are proud of their achievement in the Jr. High Beta Club, the most intellectual club, but not secure. Allison Dean. Stacy Barringer. Nellie Burks. Tammy Byrd, and Valerie Bryant listen to Mr. Stoltzfus' lecture on greenhouse operation. The Wizards From the example of many senior high academic organizations, junior high students have founded their own societies for the purpose of supplementing their education. The elder of these clubs is the Jr. High Beta Club. Requirements for membership includes a “B” average and exemplary character. The club sponsored a Christmas dance and raised money for a needy family. President Alison Dean titled the club “The most awesome Beta Club ever.” Sponsors felt that the club gave Jr. High students the experience necessary for their high school survival. Inspired by the success of the Jr. High Beta, the Jr.High Science Club was begun in 1983 and has since grown to a strength of ninety members. Dedicated to making science enjoyable as well as educa- tional, the club has taken field trips to the school greenhouse, a planetar- ium, and Mammoth Cave. Sponsors also arranged for speakers, such as a geologist and a fireman, to lecture on practical uses of things learned in science. Decorating the bulletin board is one of the many Jr. High Beta activities. JR. HIGH BETA CLUB: Front row: Mark Young. Amy Kay , and Alison Dean (Pres.); Second TOW: Misha Gash. April Tyler. Danielle Prather. Shannon Robinson. Brent Bell. Melissa McGinnis. Shane Travillian, Margaret Woodard. Stacy Gibson. Jeff Mattingly. Chris Caton. Angela Price. Deanna Connelly. Angie Wilson, and Mrs. Betty Short. Third row: Susan Russell. Karen Merriman. Tyasha Robinson. Kent Wilson. Tim Darland, Shan Gooch. Pam Green. Bridget Merchant. Tuia Chilton. Jenifer Hungate. Rebecca Hendrcn. Nellie Burkes; Fourth row: Kelly Derringer, Amy Bugg. Kelly Short. Wendy Peavler. Aimee Trisler. Amy Rowland. Jamie Whitenack. Davette Baker. Kathy Ballard. Julie Green. Camille Elliot. Travis Long; Fifth row: Jeff Phillips. Angela Gullet, Teresa Woods. Regina Wilson. Jenifer Crisp, Angela Lake, Brad Darland. Heath Harper, and Brian Pyle; Sixth row: Kenny Allen. Chris Short. John Click (VP.). Kelly Tyler. Gil Hayslett. Kelly Goodlett. Tamara Moynahan. Wendy Peavler. Beth Strickland, and Lisa Hale; Seventh row: Earl Pinkston. Tanya Keller. Kelly Drury, Ashley Gash. Dale Holland. Shauna Harlow, Crystal McDonald. Marie White. Robin Darland. Michelle Hudson. Beth Kidd. Angela Gullett. Angela Lane, and Angela Lanham JR. HIGH BETA CLUB 129 Tribal Structure What does each club have in common? Every club is a circle. Some circles are larger than others, but each is round and every point is joined to every other point in the circuit. The points are infinite and all are congruent, playing an equal part in forming their circle. Cooperation is the key in forming a circle. If one tiny point decides to drift in another direction, the ring is incomplete. Therefore, a club depends on the support of every member to achieve its goals. Of course, the major joy of clubs is in the union of points. Interacting with long-time friends and a few not known so well at club meetings and activities is the most satisfying part of club efforts. Now, if anyone ever asks what all clubs have in common, the answer is “Structure, because each is a circle.” Guest speakers like insurance agent James Murry give club members perspectives on teamwork in the future. The Spanish Club feels free to use English when discussing things other than foreign languages among themselves. The Band ends the school year by putting on a spring concert at Mercer Elementary School. Parties are a common function among all the clubs, including the Science Club members like Cheryl Prather and Jerry Mattingly. 130 CLUBS Carolyn Short shows that practice makes perfect as she sings in front of her club. Exchange student Jonas Nordstrom gets a Mr. Stoltzfus shows Patrick Wallace how dose of good-ole-American fun with his friends to keep records on a farm. Faculty members at French Club initiations. find being club sponsors rewarding. ♦ CLUBS 131 C' A N� C At aXV' rOF' i °S ‘; „., % ..v ,.v - :£ ’■ ' aw° tf v •CH1 •£ a s; s w xe° s 1 e V° V0 1 « XfiP £ - £ + 7 '%vxe v e oi� ’ ? :, :; a� ' «co _ S yv ‘ v% ee C.V T � J S c.O° .v V v.a. V ° QV « .60° :A°° ao 6'sV'' oi0 v o t -«P 1 N� V V '’V5 - ee Y C oV ri W 'r X£ 6 % AvJ ' V4J « ‘ � c _aj° . e- 0 V X k C SPORTS 133 The reigning force over Mercer cross country. Coach Larry Yeager, presides over the girls even when they least expect it. As Robbie Shoemaker stays close on his heels. Chris Sims leads the Mercer runners in the Lexington Catholic Invitational. Moving On As Mercer completed its fifth year of cross country competition, both teams went through emotional highs and lows. Through many hard workouts and effort, many goals were accomplished. The girls’ team was led by four year veteran, Robin Martin. Mar- tin took the role of team leader and led the Scotties in every meet. Coach Yeager felt that another team strength was having twins, Heather and Christi Wilson, competing on the team to push the other girls. Having only one defeat in dual competition, the girls performed well all year. They won the Jessamine Invitational and placed third in CKC. One disappointment which the girls suffered was placing third in regional after winning the title for three years. Yet, Mercer again had an individual Regional champion and the team went on to state competi- tion. One major asset for the boys’ team was age. Most of the team members were upperclassmen, and this experience helped in many meets. Keith Ransdell took the role of team leader and encouraged many of the young runners. All of the boys shared a unifying friendship which helped them through the rough times. The boys also had a good year in competition. They placed second in the Jessamine Invitational and made good showings in several meets. Their third place finish in the Regionals qualified the boys for their third state appearance. Mercer has had a strong tradi- tion of placing high in cross country. Hopefully this tradition will continue throughout the years with a strong program and talented runners. Deanna Connelly. Mary Dale Overstreet, Amy Tingle. Second row: Denise Connelly. Mgr.. Stephanie Aldridge. Laura Connelly, Heather Wilson. Pansy Logue. Robin Martin. Brenda Sallee. Tammy Norton. Christi Wilson, Laura Phillips, Mgr. 134 CROSS COUNTRY Senior Robin Martin makes another strong finish for Mercer. Robin has been on the All-State team for two consecutive years. Mentally preparing themselves for the biggest race of the year, the Lady Scotties contem- plate the state cross country meet. Lawrence Taylor. Ashley Tingle, Brad Sallee. Denise Connelly, Mgr Second row: Keith Tyler. Mgr., Jimmy Simpson. Eddie Sallee. Robbie Shoemaker. Tim Sallee. Chris Sims. Keith Ransdell, Lee Darland, Gary Russell. Laura Phillips. Mgr. The Mercer runners prepare for another grueling race. The boys run a distance of 3.1 miles during every meet. CROSS COUNTRY 135 WINS BEARS BEARS COLTS LOSSES COWBOYS COWBOYS COLTS Chargers: Chris McGin- nis, Oscar Lewis, Steve Hays, Paul Lewis. Second row: Vernon Devine. Nath- an Nichols, Kent Wilson. Thomas Lewis. Marty Bet- chel. Donnie Jones. Third row: Mike Webb, Head Coach, Darrin Sims. Scott Cornish. Kelly Coleman. Scott McGinnis. Sean Baker, Richard Sheegog. Asst. Coach. Bears: Willie Courtney, Mike Reynolds, Mike Anderson. Second row: Keith Pinkston, Mark Young. Keith Ballard. Travis Taylor. Jonathan Morrison. John Mattingly. Third row: Jeff Barnett. Head Coach, Patrick McMullin. Mike Courntey, Daniel Short. Brian O'Banion. Travis Tyler. Adam Issacs. Tony Lay, Asst. Coach. LOSSES COWBOYS COWBOYS COLTS COLTS CHARGERS Putting forth their best effort, juniors league players attempt to learn more about the game of football by experiencing action on the field. Playing junior league football is an experience that many young boys will never forget. 136 JR. LEAGUE FOOTBALL WINS BEARS BEARS COLTS COLTS CHARGERS CHARGERS Cowboys: Lee Stratlon. Chad Beasley. Chad Middleton. Second row: Travis Stephens, Doug Dalton. Jermany Bagan. Dale Logue. Randy Bugg. Randy Shoemaker. Third row: Mike Shepper- son, Asst. Coach. Hogan Easton. James Carey. Terry Riley, Matt Gilkison. Bobby Pugh, Head Coach. Chris Slone. Steve Waterfield. Kenny Beasley. Asst. Coach. - i — —i -_il_ The Basics Junior league football is a feeder program for Mercer County High School. A feeder program trains young people for varsity competition. Without the junior league program, many of our varsity players would have to begin their freshmen year learning the fundamentals. Over seventy-five percent of Mercer’s varsity players played junior league football. Coach Slone feels that the junior league program has contributed to the winning season which Mercer enjoyed this year. Yet, winning is not stressed as much as learning. Players must learn while they are young, so that they can win when they are older. Mercer football is showing improvement every year, and much of this success is due to the junior league program. WINS BEARS BEARS CHARGERS LOSSES COWBOYS COWBOYS CHARGERS Colts: Mike Sherrow, Jeremy Catlett. John Logue, Shawn Lanham, Scott Bugg. Clay McGlone. Chris Ballard. Second row: Margaret Woodward, Mgr., Butch Wood- ward. Head Coach. Travis Long. Jim Lopez. Carter Logue, Patrick Goodlett, Jim McGlone, Asst. Coach, Angie McGlone. Mgr. JR. LEAGUE FOOTBALL 137 Coach Chuck Smith helps a Scottie player stretch for every inch during a game. Because warming up is an essential element of football, the coaches were often seen helping the players stretch for practices and for games. Senior co-captain Fred Kelly takes a much deserved coke break during halftime of a game. Being an important member of the Scottie team for five years, Fred has proved to be one of the most aggressive defensive players on the team. All team members agreed that Fred’s leadership role was an important asset to the team. Contemplating what strategy to use. Coach Larry French kneels on the playing field. Leading the team to a 7-4 record, he did an outstanding job this year. Coach French made his players work hard, but the hard work paid off with a winning season. Brian VanZant looks on the playing field with a weary expression as the Scotties face another touch opponent. Sideline support from the players not in the game was always strong during the season. 138 VARSITY FOOTBALL The Winning Edge The Scotties football team made dogmeat” out of most of their opponents this season. Their record of seven wins and four losses set the school record for the most wins ever at Mercer. It was a great team effort and could not have been accom- plished without the determination of all the players. It was a year to remember for the Scottie team. They opened their season by romping Henry County 31 - 0 and going on to squash Owen County 31-6. The Scotties expected a tough battle against Anderson County in their third game and it was a close game all the way! Yet, the Scotties scored their third win of the season by defeating Anderson 12 - 10. Before going against the tough- est opponent of the year, the Paris Greyhounds, Mercer was full of confidence. After their 3 - 0 start, Mercer was ranked eleventh in the state. The Scotties played one of their best games all year, but fell to Paris by a score of 14-9. Bouncing back the next week, the Scotties won over Garrard County 29 - 13. This win gave the players the boost they needed to defeat Madison 7 - 6 in the Homecoming game. Television cameras showed up to record the Mercer versus Harrods- burg game. After beating Harrods- burg last year at their homefield, the Pioneers took revenge on the Scot- ties, beating them 13-7. Mercer had two tough weeks to follow as they lost to Wayne County 21-7 and Casey County 29 - 8. Nelson Gritton's knee injury prevented him from playing the entire season, but his support for the rest of the team was very evident. A starting center, Nelson is a much valued player for the Scotties and his absence was felt in many games this season. Keeping his eyes on the ball, Todd Davis prepares to outmaneuver the opposing defenders. Being recognized as one of the best punters and place-kickers in central Kentucky. Todd’s achievements include All-Area punter and first team CKC punter. VARSITY FOOTBALL 139 Quarterback Todd Gilkison receives the football from center Nelson Gritton during the Anderson County game. A junior and an offensive leader for the Scotties, Todd is relied on to make things happen in the game. His quickness on the field is an asset to Mercer’s team. Senior running back Todd Goodlett prepares to score one more touchdown for the Scotties. Having a very impressive career at Mercer, he received many honors including this year’s first team CKC as a defensive back. Todd is one of the hardest working players on the team. 140 VARSITY FOOTBALL The Scottie team knew if they were going to have a winning season they needed to defeat Berea. They succeeded over them by a close score of 17 - 16. This put the team in the same position as the year before. Their record was 6 - 4 with Pulaski County coming up. The team’s hard work paid off as they breezed by Pulaski with the score showing 38 - 8. This gave the team reason to celebrate as they set the new school record. 1984 will be a year not to forget for Mercer County football. The Scotties overcame many obstacles to have such a successful year. Ending the season with such a record is a good note on which to base the 1985 outlook. Many young players per- formed well this year and will be important to Mercer next year. As Coach French reflected on this season he found many silver linings. Reviewing the season, Coach French was quick to say, “We have quality kids. We had a great year. We overcame!” The famous hurdle stretch is being demon- strated by senior Greg Brown. Having his best year ever at Mercer. Greg made the All-Area team and first team CKC as an offensive guard. MERCER OPPONENT 31 Henry 0 31 Owen 6 12 Anderson 10 9 Paris 14 21 Garrard 13 7 Madison 6 7 Harrodsburg 13 7 Wayne 20 8 Casey 29 17 Berea 16 38 Pulaski 8 Dennis Davis, Scott Leach. Todd Gilkison, David Moore. Charlie Coleman. Spencer Tatum. Shaun McGinnis. David Mobley. Second: Fred Kelly, Dewey Gregory. Todd Goodlett. Jeff Burton. Todd Davis, Johnny Cox. David Lyons. Jon Noel. Eric Mont- gomery. Third: Coach Robertson, Nelson Gritton. Richie Gooch, John Chilton, Scott Sheperson. Joe Travillian. Brian VanZant. Rodney Click. Ray Caton. Coach Smith. Fourth Coach French, David Roberts. Roland Arnold. Greg Brown. Calvin Taylor, Barry Taylor, Steve Trisler, Jimmy Sewell. Howard Logue. William Simms, and Coach Shupe. VARSITY FOOTBALL 141 Reach For the Sky Everyone was ready and watching the clock. Then he casually strolled through the door. Wearing Air Jordan tennis shoes, three or four necklaces, black and red sweatpants, and a red McDonald’s muscle shirt, it was the one and only “Sky Walker.” Introduc- tions were made and trophies awarded while everyone waited. Finally, Kenny stood up, answered a few questions, and then showed off his stuff. Slamming and jamming was all seen as he dunked backwards, forwards, and even Michael Jordan style. He did it with such ease and grace, and it left many of the young athletes at junior high recognition day in awe. “He’s awesome!” replied Matt Gilkison and several others after he showed how he got the nickname “Sky”. During his speech, Kenny Walker said that through hard work and dedication anyone can reach the impossible goals. The only limits a person has are the ones he puts on himself. This is a challenge to all junior high players as they set their goals for the future. John Click prepares himself mentally as he prepares to shoot a free throw. Front: Teri Roark. Margaret Woodard. Lea Ann Waterfill. Tia Chilton. Janie McCoy; Back: Robin Price, Jackie Cheatham. Angela Lanham. Michelle Hudson. Jan Young. Chrissy Tingle. Shannon Robinson. Ashley Gash. Misha Gash. Tamara Moynahan. 142 JR. HIGH BASKETBALL Front: Travis Stephens, Jamie Dunn. Todd Brian Sims. Chris Slone. Matt Gilkison. Crossfield. Travis Long, Chris Mills, John Patrick McMullin, Coach Greg Edwards. Click. Back: Brian O’Banion, Tim Rogers. Kenny Walker takes a time-out from a busy schedule to sign autographs. The junior high athletes hover over him anxiously awaiting their turn. JR. HIGH BASKETBALL 143 All alone at the end of the court. Marta Claunch goes up for two points as the referee awaits the score. Marta’s speed and quickness is a valuable asset to the team. Mercer Opponent 45 Boyle 38 39 Danville 25 26 Lincoln 22 27 Casey 26 30 Somerset 22 28 Garrard 36 41 Burgin 27 29 Boyle 39 35 Burgin 15 49 Danville 35 39 Lincoln 30 34 Boyle 29 27 Russell 28 29 Frankfort 26 31 Franklin 22 31 Jessamine 10 47 Anderson 40 JV: Marta Claunch, Patrice Lozier; Second row: Kim Goodman, Missy Briscoe, Beth Ballard, Joyce Cox; Third row: Carolyn Short, Libby Ransdell. Angie McGlone. Susan Coleman. Coach row: Nancy Cox. Overstreet - Rita Durr; Back Amy Prewitt, Lisa 144 GIRLS’ JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A New Record The girls’ junior varsity was proud of their winning record. With fifteen wins and only three losses, it was the best record in the history of junior varsity basketball, girls’ or boys’. During two of the three losses, two starting players did not play due to injuries and sickness. The junior Scotties lost the three games by a total of only fifteen points. Boyle County took the biggest margin, beating the girls by ten points. Garrard County took the next largest margin with four points, and Russell County skimmed by the Scotties by only one point. Many of the junior varsity players had the chance to move up to the varsity level at one time or another. Because five seniors graduated from the varsity team, the junior varsity players gained the experience needed to fill the spots for next year. “We have some good young players to step in next year, commented head varsity coach Terry Daily. Assistant coach Rita Durr will also be able to work with some new talent. It will be a tough job to repeat this year’s record. Carolyn Short goes up for two points as size. Carolyn has a nice jump shot she uses Kim Goodman prepares to rebound. For her in situations like these. Lay-ups like this become an old routine for Angie McGlone. Her size, quickness, and overall ability enables her to maneuver through the defenders for easy baskets. GIRLS’ JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL 145 An excellent ball handler. Becky Buchanan looks to pass the ball into the middle of the court. Her skills were a needed asset to the team and enabled her to earn a spot on the all District team. Gina Goodman, leading scorer, prepares to efforts were rewarded by making the All Area, tip the ball to an awaiting teammate. Gina’s District, and Regional teams. 146 GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL Senior player Dana Perkins gets prepared mentally before going out onto the court. Cracking a smile every now and then helped to relieve tension. Beating The Odds During the “revenge” game of the Scotties versus Harrodsburg, Sandy Beams puts in a game high of 21 points. The Scotties defeated them easily, making the revenge complete. Although only a freshman. Angie McGlone proved to be a valuable member of the Scottie team. Her unusual shooting form makes it extremely hard to block her shot. “Mercer County Beats H’burg” the headlines read as Mercer faced Harrodsburg for the second time. At the first meeting, on Harrodsburg’s home court, the Scotties lost a hard fought battle, 44-41. The second meeting proved to be different, however. After being down 12-8 in the first quarter, the Scotties took the lead and never looked back. At half time the score read 34-24. Continuing the fight, the Scotties pushed on to win the game by a final margin of thirteen points. The score read 59-46 in Mercer’s favor. The revenge was indeed sweet for the Mercer Scotties. In the District Tournament, Mercer was favored to beat Burgin in the first round but were the underdogs against Garrard County in the finals. “Burgin has beat us twice this season,” remarked Head Coach Terry Daily. “I feel like it will be a close game, decided by five points or less. It’s hard to beat a team three times in a row, so I’m taking Mercer.” Coach Daily’s predictions proved to be right as the Scotties defeated the Burgin Bulldogs by a low score of 38-30. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL 147 Head Coach Terry Daily will be remembered for using his stalling tactics in close situations. He always has something up his sleeves for his opponents. During the first game of the regionals. Hallie against opponents. Burger finds it easy to shoot and rebound Mercer Opponet 39 Boyle 54 59 Danville 49 55 Western 20 57 K S D 27 41 Harrodsburg 44 49 Lincoln 47 40 Casey 46 24 Somerset 65 37 Garrard 53 49 Burgin 50 63 Boyle 41 46 Burgin 50 63 Danville 41 62 Lincoln 71 69 Russell 79 52 Frankfort 39 46 Franklin 73 61 Jessamine 53 40 Anderson 66 59 Harrodsburg 46 51 Berea 43 73 Sayre 20 38 Burgin 30 46 Garrard 49 46 Russell 72 GIRLS’ VARSITY: Libby Ransdcll. Sandy Beams, Gina Goodman, Dana Perkins, Susan Durr. John Lewis, Mgr; Second row: Becky Buchanan, Third row: Coach Terry Dailey. Susan Coleman. Hallie Burger. Becky Teater. Kim Goodman, Angie McGlonc. Coach Rita Durr; Fourth row: Carolyn Short, Janet Wilson; Back row: Patrice Lozier, Marta Claunch. 148 GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL During a battle of the Hogs and the Dogs. Becky Teater is a constant threat under- neath the goal. Her ability to draw the foul put many of the opponents on the bench. This was the first time the Lady Scotties had ever made it to the finals of the 46th District Tour- nament. It was also the first time the Scotties had ever made it to the 12th Region. For the Lady Scotties the finals of the 46th District Tournament were heartbreaking. Through the entire game, the Scotties had the championship within their grasp. However, the officiating destroyed The support from the bench is greatly appreciated by the players on the court. They them in the final seconds of the game. The Scotties lost to a team that had beaten them by almost 13 points during their first meeting. The score showed how hard the team fought for the title as the Lady Scots were defeated by Garrard County by a score of 49-46. Even with this loss, the Scotties advanced to the Region- al Tournament to play Russell County. The team ended the season with an 11 and 14 record. help pull the players through the depressing times and to boost their morale. After a controversial call that defeated the finals, Marta Claunch comforts Janet Scotties in the final seconds of the district Wilson. Keeping an eye out for the open player as well as her defensive man. Becky Buchanan brings the ball up the court. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL 149 Efforts Rewarded Younger generations of basket- ball players usually forecast the success of the varsity team a few years down the road. This should certainly be the case for Mercer as the Scottie Junior Varsity Squad completed another successful season. Finishing the season with a record of 13-8, Coach McDaniel’s squad realized that hard effort was definite- ly rewarded. The Scotties started off with a bang, defeating seven of their first nine opponents. Many of these wins were accomplished with the help of Eddie Davis. Yet, when Davis was moved up to the varsity squad, the Scotties had to adjust to a new starting line-up. The highlight of the junior varsity squad came when the Freshman forward Dennis Davis, the leading scorer for the freshman team, easily shoots over his Somerset defender. Scotties defeated Harrodsburg at Hogtown by a score of 48-37. Shannon Murray took a leadership role on the junior varsity squad and became the leading scorer and rebounder during the season. Coach McDaniel was well pleased with the goals accomplished by his junior varsity squad. Commenting on his team. Coach McDaniel said, “I was very excited with the success of this team. We only started one junior and used mostly freshmen and so- phomores. This is good news for the future of the squad. Coach McDaniel had another reason to smile during the 1984-85 season. His freshmen basketball squad finished the season with their best record ever, 16-4. Leading scorer for the freshmen was Dennis Davis, while Lonnie Hacker and Todd Taylor took top rebounding honors. The freshmen opened their season with a 52-19 stomping of Berea. Their first loss came at the hands of Anderson County. A hard fought battle was lost by a score of 44-45. The Scotties beat Burgin and Harrodsburg and won several tour- naments during the season All of the freshmen players felt a sense of pride as they recalled their winning season. Dennis Davis summed up all of the players’ feelings by saying, “It was wonderful to be part of a team that worked together so well to produce a 16-4 record. It seems very evident that our efforts were definitely rewarded!” J.V. Squad; Rory Click. David Water- Jerry Grugen. Chris Mayes. Brent fill, Dennis Davis, Scott Beavers. Lonnie Gibson, Troy Young. Shannon Murray. Hacker, Joe Hawkins. Todd Gilkison, Todd Taylor. Coach McDaniel. 150 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL Freshmen squad: Todd Taylor, Shawn Durham. Spencer Tatum, Anthony Hazel- wood, Lonnie Hacker, Dennis Davis, David Waterfill, Coach McDaniel, Scott Beavers, Brandon Hurst, Joe Hawkins, and Brent Gibson. Mercer 52 Freshman 16-4 Berea Opponent 19 55 Casey 49 56 Marion 27 44 Anderson 45 58 Frankfort 38 71 Boyle 50 39 Jessamine 50 41 Woodford 45 54 Burgin 36 55 Frankfort 41 63 Casey 46 49 Harrodsburg 44 48 Anderson 43 51 Model 48 47 Garrard 25 66 KCD 41 33 Jessamine 52 42 Lincoln 39 41 Woodford 34 44 Garrard 38 Junior Varsity: 13-8 Mercer Opponent 30 Casey 31 65 W. Anderson 32 38 Sayre 43 51 Lincoln 46 54 Burgin 46 59 Monticello 38 48 Garrard 34 50 Burgin 40 61 Somerset 35 49 Harrodsburg 50 53 Boyle 65 48 Danville 61 41 Anderson 54 42 Anderson 44 48 Harrodsburg 37 52 Wayne 33 53 Monticello 44 49 Laurel 47 54 Model 47 33 Casey 34 47 Washington 33 Troy Young converts the fast-break lay-up as the Scotties romped Somerset by a score of 61-35. JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL 151 Champs! The 1984-85 basketball season will be a year long remembered for many students, players, coaches, and fans of the Mercer athletic system. On February 28, 1985, the Scotties stunned everyone with their two point win over the Harrodsburg Pioneers which gave Mercer County the district title for the first time in seven years. The district win was not a matter of luck. The Scotties traveled a long, hard road to reach the semifinals of the Regional tour- nament. Mercer opened the season with five losses before coming back against Lincoln County with a 69-61 win. Continuing with three more wins, the Scotties next had to face Somerset, a top ten team. Over- whelmed by the Briarjumpers’ size, the Scotties fell by a score of 73-57. All prior games were forgotten as the regular season Mercer- Harrodsburg game arrived. With lots of fan support and a great effort by Jerry Mattigly, the Scotties beat the Pioneers, 64-59. Emotionally drained after the game against Harrodsburg, Mercer lost the next five games against tough opponents. Once again on their home court, the Scotties bounced back, scoring wins against Wayne Co. and Monticello. With only five games remaining until district tournament, the players were mentally preparing for the match-up with Burgin. First, they struggled through a make-up game with Laurel County and lost by twelve. Richmond Model arrived the next evening and left with plenty of scars, as Mercer won, 64-46. There were now only three games left until district tournament. The intensity of Mercer’s game against Harrodsburg is very evident on the faces of Coach Tony Cox and Coach Dave McDaniels. Their worry soon disappeared as the Scotties beat the Pioneers, 64-59. Greg Ross looks for a teammate as he receives another assist in the record book. Although Greg was a scoring machine himself, he often gave up the ball so another Scottie player could score. 152 VARSITY BASKETBALL Driving down the court with lightning speed. Senior Jerry Mattingly looks for the open man. Jerry’s ‘'automatic jumpshot gave shooting proved to be the best on the team. Mercer many victories and his freethrow Varsity Record: 12-15 Mercer Opponent 66 Casey 72 54 W. Anderson 56 55 Western Hills 62 44 Burgin 73 46 Sayre 56 69 Lincoln 61 53 Monticello 49 55 Garrard 50 72 Burgin 61 57 Somerset 73 64 Harrodsburg 59 58 Boyle 67 54 Danville 59 50 Anderson 80 49 Anderson 81 43 Harrodsburg 66 64 Wayne 62 63 Monticello 58 54 Laurel 66 64 Model 46 58 Garrard 72 66 Casey 56 55 Washington 72 75 Burgin 58 71 Harrodsburg 69 58 Lincoln 52 57 Somerset 73 ICOTTIES Varsity Squad: Asst. Coach Dave McDaniels. Brian Burns, Jerry Mattingly. Eddie Davis. Greg Ross. Rex Graham. Darrell Beavers. Head Coach Tony Cox; Back row: Mgr. Duane Short. Roy Click. Jerry Grugen. Shannon Murray. Chris Mayes. Troy Young. Dennis Davis. Todd Gilkison. and Mgr. John McGinnis. VARSITY BASKETBALL 153 Garrard County was next on the agenda and proved to be a notable opponent. Their quickness stifled the Scotties, and Mercer gave in to a 72-58 loss. The last regular season game was against Washington Coun- ty. Coach Cox realized how tough the Washington team could play. After staying close for three quarters, Mercer lost to state qualifying Washington County, 72-55. With the regular season over, the Scotties were ready to face Burgin in first round action of the district tournament. The fans and players were really psyched, and this could be seen during the game. Mercer stomped the Bulldogs, 75-58, to advance to the final game against Harrodsburg. The Scotties had one of the most memorable nights of their lives as they accomplished a dream and beat the Pioneers, 71-69. With huge fan support, Mercer traveled to Danville and beat Lincoln County, 58-52, to be the first Mercer team ever to win a regional game. Mercer lost the second to state qualifier, Somerset, but the Scotties had plenty to be proud of as they ended an outstanding season. Looking for an opening against a tough defense, senior Greg Ross helps add two more points to the Scotties scoreboard. Greg was a valuable asset to Mercer's squad, as he usually scored in double figures and was an important rebounder for the team. 154 VARSITY BASKETBALL With his incredibly long stride, it does not take sophomore sensation Eddie Davis very long to move the ball towards the basket. Eddie’s hard work paid off as he was the only underclassman to make the all-district team. Outsmarting his Western Hills opponent, starting forward Brian Burns, a senior, goes to the hoop for two more points. Senior Rex Graham holds up the District With only two seconds remaining, the Mercer championship comes to a close, trophy with pride as the Scotties celebrate players let their emotions flow as the District their victory over the Harrodsburg Pioneers. VARSITY BASKETBALL 155 Even on crutches, J.V. Captain Scarla Gritton continues to support the Scotties. Leading the fans in another cheer. Tammy effort to show their support for the Scotties. Ballard, Elizabeth Grugen, Jamie Hen- dren, and Tammy Cox put forth their best Tammy Cox encourages players to do their best on the basketball court. 156 JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Raising the crowd’s enthusiasm. Jamie support helps the athletes through the tough Hendren works hard to encourage spirit moments, during the Homecoming game. Cheerleaders' Victory! Jr. High Squad: Angela Lane, Stacy Gibson, Shawna Crystal McDonald Not pictured: Harlow. Angela Price. Melissa McGinnis. Alison Dean. Danielle Prather. “Go, Scotties, Go!” These words were yelled over and over again by the energetic junior varsity squad as they provided support to the Scottie football and junior varsity basketball teams. Being the back-up for the varsity during football season gave the junior varsity squad needed experience to tackle basketball season with confidence and excite- ment. The junior varsity squad worked with the varsity team all summer to perfect their skills. Suffering the loss of two members during the year, the squad was still able to overcome the odds and win the district title with flying colors. The win qualified the J.V. squad to compete in the Regional competition against girls’ varsity basketball squads. Mercer put on an excellant performance on their homecourt to capture fourth place. Junior high cheerleading sponsor Sharon Roberts had nothing but praise for her junior high cheerlead- ing squad. She noted that the team accomplished more goals than any other junior high squad at Mercer has ever attempted. This fact was very evident from the results of the young squad’s cheerleading competi- tions. The young Scotties performed in their first competition at the Knights of Columbus tournament. The talent- ed Mercer squad took first place out of a field of eight squads. Their next competition was the Regional YMCA tournament in Frankfort where the girls were confronted with a surprise. When they arrived at Anderson County High School, the junior high squad was told that they would be competing against junior varsity squads. Mercer was very proud with their fourth place finish which qualified them for the state competi- tion. Here, they competed against junior varsity squads again, and placed ninth in the state to finish a good year. JUNIOR HIGH CHEERLEADERS 157 Varsity captain Laurie Sprague includes a big smile with every lively performance. Stacy Young exemplifies the strength needed by cheerleaders to perform the basic mounts. Stacy is also varsity captain. Various floor routines were common through- cheerleaders end their routine with excited out the basketball season. Here, all of the smiles. 158 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Making A Difference Determination and hard work: these are the elements that make a successful cheerleading squad. Mercer County’s varsity squad performed well beyond anyone’s expectations as they dominated several competitions and “made a difference” in the spirit of many ballgames. With a team consisting of six sophomores and two juniors, many people realized that our young squad would have to spend many extra hours to perform at their best. The varsity squad suffered two mishaps during the year but managed to be Warming up before the Mercer vs. Harrods- burg game. Paula Bowen, and Sharon Roarke prepare to scream for the Scotties. at their best for every competition. Paula Bowen cracked her knee during a gymnastics routine, while Sharon Roark missed several weeks due to illness. With the support of first-year sponsors Rita Bugg and Kelli Baker, the girls overcame the odds and won many awards. The first competition for Mercer was the YMCA Regional Competi- tion at Anderson County High School. The Scotties put their best foot forward, as they captured first out of twenty-two squads. This win qualified Mercer for the state YMCA cheerleading competition held in Frankfort. Competing against the best teams in the state, Mercer placed fifth in a field of fifty squads. As district tournament ap- proached the varsity cheerleaders spent many extra minutes perfecting their routines and gymnastics. Again, the Mercer squad showed their true spirit as they captured the district title and advanced to the Regional competition. Mercer hosted sixteen squads in the Regional, and the Scotties placed fourth to end a great season! Varsity Squad: Sharon Roark. Trisha Sprauge. Aimee Reichenbach. Dana Bugg. Stacy Young, Debi Allen. Laurie Norvell, and Paula Bowen. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS 159 Mercer Opponent W 7 Anderson 2 L 3 Jessamine 6 W 9 Lincoln 0 L 4 Garrard 5 W 7 Frankfort 2 W 7 Boyle 2 L 4 Harrodsburg 5 W 6 Anderson 3 W 7 Boyle 2 W 5 Danville 4 W 6 Jessamine 3 L 3 Danville 6 L 4 Garrard 5 W 7 Frankfort 2 Front: Sheila Vaught, Beth Johnstone, Patrice Lozier. Christy Martin, Justine Sandy Beams, Sharon Roark; Back: Susie Glaesser. Mahoney. Teri Roark. Gina Goodman. Playing against Harrodsburg’s Marie Ded- opponent. She was the first top-seeded player Harrodsburg. man, Sandy Beams lines a shot back to her from Mercer to ever beat a top seed at 160 GIRLS' TENNIS With a unique form, Gina Goodman uses her aggressive style of play to capture many games from her opponents. Experience Mercer’s tennis team finished with the best record in the history of tennis at Mercer County. With their record of 9 wins and 5 losses, the team also finished third in the CKC tournament, and fifth in the region. Two of Mercer’s players finished in the top eight in the Region. Justine Glaesser and Sandy Beams advanced all the way to the quarter finals of the tournament. Sandy Beams, a senior, finished the regular season with 13 wins and 1 loss to her record. This team included four seniors, and proved to be the most exper- ienced team to play tennis for Mercer. They also came within one game of beating Harrodsburg, the closest Mercer has ever come to beating their arch-rival. Anderson, Lincoln, Frankfort, Boyle, and Jessamine all found out just how experienced the varsity squad was. Danville, a team well- known for its tennis, also had the taste of defeat. The Scotties defeated them by a score of 5-4. Mercer finished the season with a win after Regionals despite losing the third and fourth seeded players on the team. Playing the second seed for Mercer. Justine Glaesser was known well for her long rallies. Beth Johnstone, playing the fourth seed for that enabled her to outlast her opponents. Mercer, displays the consistent style of play GIRLS’ TENNIS 161 To Be or Not to Be 1 Concentration was one of the key factors that helped Brad Sandford win the MVP award. Brad also dedicated himself off the court through his role of leader to the younger team members. What do Jonas Nordstorm, Brad Sanford, and Brian Burns have in common? Together they filled the top three seeds on the boys’ tennis team. Brad Sanford held the number one seed at the beginning of the season but lost it to Brian Burns. Brian then lost the top position to Jonas Nordstorm, and the cycle began again. Brad held the position the longest, and he also took the leadership role. He had the most experience of anyone on the squad, and that extra edge that helped him to win many close matches. Brian tested out his first and last year on the team. Jonas also played on the team for only one year. The team had little experience, but through hard work and determina- tion, they ended their season with a 7-4 record. 162 BOYS’ TENNIS Front: David Wade. Jeff Mattingly, Scott Sanford. Brian Burns. Shawn Durham Blaise: Back: Jonas Nordstrom, Brad MERCER OPPONENT 5 Anderson 4 7 Frankfort 2 0 Jessamine 9 7 Frankfort 2 5 Garrard 4 2 Harrodsburg 7 0 Western Hills 9 0 Jessamine 9 6 Boyle 3 5 Anderson 4 6 Boyle 3 First year player Jonas Nordstorm held one of the three key leadership roles of the tennis team. Switching over from baseball to tennis, Brian Bums finds it easier to “kill the ball” in tennis. BOYS’ TENNIS 163 The Road to the Top u Libby Ransdeil and Chris Woolums received the top golf honors. Libby was awarded the Scholastic Award while Chris received the Medalist Trophy for the lowest seasonal score. Two of the newest sports are golf and girls’ softball. Both teams spent the year rebuilding. The golf team had no seniors and only one experienced player. Chris Woolums had the best season as he managed the lowest seasonal score of the team. His score was in the forties, and this led him to regional competition. Brandon Robbins was also in the regional tournament. The golf team had another boast with the first female golfer, Libby Ransdeil. The girls’ softball team also had a building year. They had many exciting wins under their belt as they headed for districts. Fighting and struggling to reach the top, the Scotties fell just one game short of winning the districts. The team became the first softball team from Mercer to advance to regionals. This is the first solid softball team Mercer has ever produced, and much of the experience came from the season. The team only lost four seniors and will probably regain their pitcher, Ellie Logue. Ellie had to sit out most of the season due to injury. Senior Susan Durr said, “He taught us a lot. I learned more from him than any other head coach I’ve had.” This was Coach McDan- iel’s first year, too. Although neither team had a winning season, both teams gained experience. Because of this season, the golf and softball teams are sure to have many great seasons to come. 164 GOLF Who says softball is not a dangerous sport? Jaleen Griffey and Ellie Logue know differently. These injuries put them on the sidelines for most of the season. Coaching first base is an important job as the coach can be blamed for getting the player out or safe. Front: Susan Durr. Dawn Logan, Jenny Wayland, Cheri Donovan. Maureen Griffey, Jaleen Griffey. Second row: Lisa Reams. Robin Young. Lisa Russell. Amy Prewitt. Julie Drury. Back: Tina Jackson, Christi Coyle. Ellie Logue. Lisa Cox, Paula Rawlings. Angie McGlone, Marta Claunch. Becky Buchanan, Coach McDaniel. Anxiously awaiting the outcome of the play, several of the team members are a little worried. Team support helps give confidence in the time of need. GIRLS’ SOFTBALL 165 Sophomore Eddie Davis, playing a key role mysterious figure behind the protective mask baseball as the umpire keeps a close eye on for Mercer as leading catcher, is the and chestgear. Eddie prepares to catch the the pitcher and batter. A Surprise Ending As Mercer’s 1985 baseball sea- son opened, it was hard to predict what kind of season was in store for Coach Cox and his team. With only two seniors on the squad, experience was not a major asset of the team. Yet, Coach Cox was confident with his returning players and assured the public that with hard work the squad could accomplish their goals. Mercer opened the season by traveling to Danville. The cold, rainy weather did not encourage the spirits of the Mercer players as they lost 13-3. Mercer had to face Frankfort the next day and suffered another defeat. For the next game, Mercer regrouped and played a good game against Anderson County, winning 12-11. In the next four games, the Scotties faced Marion, Lincoln, Garrard, and Burgin. Lack of defense and multiple errors caused four marks in the loss column. This caused many people to doubt the chances of Mercer having a winning season. However, the Scotties were determined not to give up, and they 166 BASEBALL practiced hard every day. The hard practice paid off in the next game as Mercer beat ’cross town rival Harrodsburg, by a score of 5-4. In the next game against Boyle Co., Todd Davis had a no-hitter and led the Scotties to a 4-1 victory. Jessamine County proved to be a tough opponent as Mercer fell by a score of 7-2. Meeting up with Anderson County for the second time, Mercer played an excellent game to win by eleven runs. Danville traveled to Mercer and revenge was gained as Shannon Murray hit two home runs to lead the Scotties past the Admirals, 6-5. After putting a few runs under their belts, the Scotties were playing with much more confidence. Even though they lost to an outstanding Woodford Co., the Scotties proved what they were made of when they went on to win the next five games. Madison, Burgin, Harrodsburg, Mar- ion, and Boyle were all victims of Mercer’s winning streak. Berea was the team to break their stride as the Scotties lost 6-1. Only one regular season game remained until District Tournament. In a game that went right to the wire, Mercer outlasted Frankfort by two runs. All minds were now focusing on Districts, which Mercer had the honor of hosting. In the first game, the Scotties faced Anderson for the third time and again beat the Bearcats by a score of 4-1. In the championship game, the Harrods- burg Hogs were sent home with a loss as Mercer captured the District Championship crown. Mercer’s success in the District entitled them to participate in Regional play. Traveling to Harrison County, the Scotties faced Nicholas County in the first round. Mercer won that first round game, and the players realized how far they had progressed since the beginning of the season. In second round action, the Scotties lost to a very talented Oldham County squad. Yet, Mercer had accomplished far more than anyone ever expected of them. Vincent Tatum, Dennis Stiglish, Dennis Davis, David Moberly, Scott Beavers. Derek Horn, Spencer Tatum, Eric Davis, Bobby Blacketer, Greg Henson, Lee Readnower, Sean Mark Henson. Rory Click, Duane Short. John Lewis, Todd Gilkison, Kevin Gibson, Eddie Davis, Shannon Murray, Richie Gooch. Todd Davis, Darrell Beavers. Mercer Opponent 3 Danville 13 5 Frankfort 8 12 Anderson 11 1 Lincoln 9 3 Marion 7 5 Garrard 6 6 Burgin 11 5 Harrodsburg 4 4 Boyle 1 2 Jessamine 7 16 Anderson 5 6 Danville 5 1 Woodford 8 14 Madison 1 12 Burgin 6 11 Harrodsburg 4 8 Marion 6 13 Boyle 3 1 Berea 6 9 Frankfort 7 4 Anderson 1 4 Harrodsburg 3 6 Nicholas 3 1 Oldham 10 Dennis Davis watches the action as brother Todd Davis concentrates on the ball. As his teammates watch from behind, senior Darrell Beavers makes another strong hit for Mercer. Darrell has been an important player for Mercer over the past three years and is respected by his fellow players Junior Todd Gilkison relaxes a moment on third base as Coach Cox discusses strategy for the remaining innings. Todd scored many runs for Mercer this season and was often seen receiving advice from Mr. Cox concerning when to head for home. BASEBALL 167 Defending The Crown Mercer County High School Girl’s Track team has become known statewide for their continued success in track and field. Ever since the track program was started in Mercer County, the runners have always made sure that the name they built for themselves was well respected by many teams in the state. As Mercer opened the 1985 season, pressure was present even in the early meets. After winning the Regional Championship last year, nothing less than another Regional crown was expected. Coach Yeager was confident that the girls had the ability to repeat their crown. The girls also realized that practice and dedication would be the keys to success. Mercer’s first meet was the Ashland Class A Invitiational. The Ashland meet has become a yearly event for the girls’ team. The Scotties spent the night in Ashland Taking advantage of her long stride. Heather Wilson flies by her opponent. and on Saturday placed third in the invitational. The next two meets were run at Harrodsburg against many double and triple-A schools. Mercer won one of these meets and placed second to Woodford County in the other. The Scotties had three regular season meets at home during the season and they won all three. On April 30th, Mercer hosted the second annual Mercer Co. Invitational; Harrodsburg, Boyle Co, Jessamine Co, Burgin, and Estill Co. all competed here. The young lady Scotties showed their true colors as they stomped the competition to win the first place trophy. Mercer senior Robin Martin was named the outstanding performer of the meet. Two days after the invitational, Mercer traveled to arch-rival compe- titor Anderson Co. After coming off the wins at home, Mercer was ready to give Anderson a run for their money. Winning nine of the fifteen events, the Scotties beat the Bear- cats on their own hornet rack. Preparations were now being made for the Regional meet held in Lexington at the University of Kentucky. Mercer was competing against Anderson Co., Lexington Catholic, Harrodsburg, Frankfort, Paris, and Richmond Model. The competition was very tight during the whole meet, but Mercer came through with flying colors to win their second straight Regional crown. Mercer’s 400m relay won their event for the first time in sixteen years. Robin Martin continued her Region- al success as she won the long jump and 1600m run. The season ended the next weekend in Covington at the section- al meet. The girls placed fourth in the field consisting of top teams in the state to end another great year. Aimee Reichenbach (mgr). Abbey Overstreet, Amy Nichols. Mary Dale Overstreet. Deanna Connelly. Amy Tingle. Susan Brock, Tricia Bugg (mgr). Kim Goodman. Jamie Hendren. Kristi Wilson. Denise Connelly. Margaret Woodard. Barbie Dunn. Nancy Overstreet. Melissa Wayne. Kathy Parrot. Pansy Logue, Robin Martin. Jeannie Waidridge. Stephanie Combs, Carol Egbert. Chrissy Tingle. Susan Coleman. Vicki Meaui. Laurie Sprague. Heather Wilson. Laura Connelly. La-Neen Green 168 GIRLS’ TRACK La-Neen Green, a key member of the sprint relays, hands off to Laurie Sprague in the 400m relay. Handoffs were practiced contin- ually to make the exchange quick. Senior stand-out Robin Martin finishes her day of events by anchoring the mile relay. Taking advantage of the starting blocks. Kathy Parrott takes off in the 400m dash as Denise Connelly holds the blocks. Kathy scored many points for Mercer in this event. Competing in the Central Kentucky Confer- ence Championships at Woodford County, junior Hallie Burger uses her natural height advantage in the high jump event. GIRLS’ TRACK 169 Winners! Kelly Coleman. Charles Coleman, Todd Coach Wade, Jimmy Sprague. Kenny Keys, Patrick Shewmaker, Jeff Anderson, Allen, Tim Sallee, Chris Sims. Brian Joe Wright. Kent Rogers, Tony Keys, VanZant, Ashley Tingle. The boys’ track team proved to be winners this season even though all of the odds were against them. After the graduation of the Darland brothers a few years ago, many thought that Mercer’s team would go downhill. But the boys on the team wanted to prove that even with a small number and limited talent, they could still put their best foot forward. Every member of the boys’ team was dedicated to running his best for the team. The boys were all terrific friends and worked together in practice to push one another. Senior Jeff Anderson assumed the leader- ship role of the squad and was a definite factor in the success of the boys’ team. Joe Wright, Brian VanZant, and Chris Sims also proved to be valuable to the team during the season. As the season opened, the young talent on the boys’ team was still undeveloped. But as the weeks went by, steady improvement was seen in each runner. Mercer came together as a team in their invitational meet to claim the runner-up trophy. In the regional meet, seven of Mercer’s runners qualified for the sectional meet in Covington. During the course of the season, all members of the team became like brothers. As they pushed each other in practice to better themselves, they also enjoyed the competition which was present at the meets. Being on the track team was more to those runners than earning a varsity letter. The fellowship and teamwork made all of the practices worthwhile and all of the members come out as winners. 170 BOYS’ TRACK Competing in one of the hardest events in track, junior Chris Sims begins to pull ahead of his Estill County opponents in the 800m run. The two lap race requires a person to equal high standards of endurance and speed to succeed. With his usual super-human effort, senior sprinter Jeff Anderson strains towards the finish line in the mile relay. Jeff was an outstanding performer for the team. Stan Johnson completes his leg of the mile relay which qualified him for sectionals. BOYS' TRACK 171 ACADEMICS 173 The voice of Mrs. Margaret Logue is often heard ringing through the halls. Mr. Jerry Kays’ “Excedrin Headache number 684” — it snowed again! Among the boxes. Mr. John Gumm searches for one that says No assembly required.” James Gash Principal John Gumm Asst. Principal John Robinette Sr. High Counselor Becky Sims Jr. High Counselor Margaret Ann Logue Receptionist Peggy Gorham. Sec. 174 ACADEMICS Showing his support, Mr. Gerald Lister does his bit in the cheering section. The Forgotten Few When asked to respond to the question, “What does the administra- tion do?”, the answers were interest- ingly varied and entertaining. A similar thread ran through them all — they started with “I’m not sure, but ...” The fact was, most people just didn’t understand the complex workings of our school heads, both at the school and at the board office. The main purpose of the admin- istration of our school is to ensure the education of each student at Mercer. All aspects of the school, including academics, transportation, and athle- tics, are covered by the school officials and the Board members. As of January, three new Board members entered the ranks of our administration. Mrs. Frances Caton, mother of two, understands the problems that face education and felt that by being a Board member she could help make the best decisions for our school. After being involved in the PTO, Mrs. Glenda Short ran for office because of her interest in educational excellence. Mr. Kenneth Meredith was also concerned about education and felt that lack of funds for education was a major problem. All of the board members have been invested with power to make impor- tant decisions for our school. We were indeed lucky to have our administration. Kenneth Meredith, Garnie Yeager, Frances Caton, Glynda Short, and Marion Britton arc the 1985 Board of Education members. The days are hardly long enough for Mr. John Robinette to meet the individual needs of the Mercer students. Kenneth King Superintendent Gerald Lister Title I Coordinator Jerry Kays Supervisor Robin Steininger Title VI-B Coordinator Carolyn Gabehart Recordkeeper Barbara Crawley, Sec. ACADEMICS 175 Mr. Slone guards the lunch room against possible food fights. Pucker up says Mrs. Fegenbush as she applies greasepaint to Traci Dunning before The Magic Wall. Lining up the game schedule is one part of Mr. Yeager’s job. Tony Cox Terry Dailey Marianne Davis Sandra Downey Charlotte Driskell Rita Durr Martha Birdwhistell Penny Burger Debbie Coatney Greg Edwards Howard Fallis Donna Fegenbush Brenda Floyd Larry French Howard Gregory 176 FACULTY No one can escape the roving eye of Mr. Mrs. Davis finds time to relax — even as she Shirley as he prowls the parking lot before protects the restroom from unknown dangers, the morning bell. “Tinker, Tailor” Young children everywhere said this little rhyme to find out what they would be when they grew up. The teachers didn’t have to worry — they were everything! In addition to the important task of educating pupils, teachers are called upon for many pleasant and unpleasant duties. Some of the nicer ones included sponsoring clubs and other student groups. Unpleasant jobs are more numerous, but teachers and students agree that many of these duties are performed due to poor conduct on the part of a few students. Such jobs as potty patrol, hall watching, and lunchroom duty fit in this category. The rhyme was wasted on the teachers. They were all that and more besides! Reda Johnson Julie Lister David McDaniel Charles McMurry Rita Mallory Linda Murray Mary Noel Gay O’Banion Twana Patrick William Patrick Leslie Peavler Michael Phelps FACULTY 177 We’re Glad You Came “Pssst! Hey, who’s the new teacher?” was the question on every student’s tongue since the current school year’s faculty included six new teachers. One of the new faces belonged to Mrs. Carolyn Hammonds, a graduate of the University of Georgia and Eastern. She felt that her first school year was very enjoyable and noted that the staff was cooperative and caring. Mrs. Hammonds majored in English and chose Mercer for its convenient location. Mr. Greg Edwards, graduate of Eastern, majored in history. He really liked the atmosphere of M.C.H.S. and enjoyed working with the students especially, but he found it disappointing when some students didn’t put forward their full efforts. Teaching at Mercer is a homecoming for Miss Sharon Roberts. She attended high school here and liked it so much, she came back to teach! Miss Roberts graduat- ed from E.K.U. with a degree in Special Ed. Her reaction to the end of her first year is “Whew!” The high points of Mr. Howard Gregory’s first year has been ‘‘the genuine enthusiasm of some of the students” while the low point is the ‘‘lack of anything remotely resem- bling self-motivation” on the part of others. He attended Florida State, Middleburg College, and Ca Sor- bonne in Paris with a BA in English and an MA in French. Mr. Jack Robertson attended Kentucky State and majored in P.E. Health. He taught for three years at Eminence Independent prior to his position at M.C.H.S. His highpoints in teaching here have been his work with the students and his part in coaching football where he achieved a new school record! Mrs. Celeste Hettinger at- tended college at Spring Arbor College and Asbury. She majored in math and chose to teach at M.C.H.S. because it was a rural school. When asked what she would do differently next year, she replied, ‘‘Be a lot meaner!” M.C.H.S. was very proud of the addition of six bright teachers to the faculty. Everyone was glad that they chose Merer as the place to further their careers because they have brought us many new and innovative ideas. Mrs. Hettinger tries to keep a step ahead of her students by checking out the latest material in her field. Rinnie Jo Phelps Donna Redwine Sharon Roberts Jack Robertson Elizabeth Sale Tony Shirley Betty Short Don Shupe John Slone Lynne Slone Charles Smith Karen Smith 178 FACULTY Coaching is but one thing that Mr. Edwards and Mr. Robertson find they have in common. Ask Parlez voux francais?” and Mr. Gregory will answer ’Oui . Concerned over their pupil's progress. Mrs. Hammonds and Miss Roberts find time to discuss the different levels their students reach. Daniel Stoltzfus Jana Stratton Barry Vandivier Norma Wade Jackie White Toni White Larry Woolums Larry Yeager Brenda Young Beth Robison (Speech) Linda Nichols (Library Aide) Tom Sagar (Student Teacher) FACULTY 179 Head Start On Careers As the job crunch becomes a more and more serious threat to graduating students, specialized training becomes a must. Often finding a college education unneces- sary for their needs, many students find the two year vocational school ideal for their goals, either as a completed course, or as a stepping stone to a higher education. Vocational schools are today’s answer to ancient apprenticeships and guilds. Students preparing to leave school to earn their living value the crafts and trades taught to them by a dedicated and efficient faculty. By receiving this early training, students can become independent and earn their own living at an earlier time. This benefits not only the student, but also the community as a whole. Joyce Goodlett gently eases the patient (Cindy Darnell) into bed. Without displaying a bit of intimidation, Brian Merchant, Lee Darland, and Richie Lowery explore the inner workings of a car. Greg Hensen hammers to beat the band , displaying a skill and confidence worthy of a seasoned carpenter. 180 ACADEMICS Kathy Conner checks Tina Compton for sudden symptoms brought on by the cold winter afternoon. Happy that they are nearly finished, Carla Sherrow and Sandy Justice put the final touches on their project. At the thought of a break, Michelle Jackson begins typing faster. As head of the Harrodsburg Vocational school, Mr. Hughes Jones has a special interest in his students. ACADEMICS 181 A red pen wielded by an English teacher is an awesome thing as some of Mrs. Noel’s students have found to their regret. History is the study of the past, but Mrs. Murray is projecting ahead as her students review for a future test. As a coach and gym teacher. Mrs. Durr demands respect by blowing her whistle because as she says. 'Students pay attention to it.” In their own special way. Mr. Vandivier and his trusty paddle gently emphasize a point as only they can do. 182 ACADEMICS My Favorite Things Where would everyone’s favorite teachers be without their ever useful teaching apparatus? Not very far, some admitted. It seemed that every teacher had a special teaching instrument. This year, many teachers found it a joy to have new textbooks. Joy turned to disappointment when Mrs. Lister found her English book to be full of errors and misprints. Mr. Fallis remembered when the paddle was called the “Board of Education”. Student often received splinters of knowledge. While apparatus often wasn’t focal point of student attention, they were very important in the learning process. Filmstrips, tapes, and com- puters kept learning interesting and up to date. It was almost impossible to imagine class without a gadget of one type or another! A whole new world is opened up to Robin Darland by Mr. Dailey. It doesn’t byte a bit1.” Cave Arnold tells Mrs. Phelps. Karen Montgomery’s typing lies forgotten as she is quickly swept into her favorite magazine. With an unorganized locker, Laura Bradshaw finds it extremely difficult to find the book she needs for her test. Obstacle Course As students made their journeys through the school year, many found themselves taking byroads and twisting paths. Others ran into dead ends, or had to back track onto the main road. There was always someth- ing for the students to become interested in besides school work. In short, for some, the school year became an obstacle course. Some of the biggest problems a teacher faced in day to day teaching was the small amount of homework turned in, or the lack of preparation of a class for a test. What made students miss their assignments? Many students agree that there were just too many other things going onto concentrate fully on academics. Sports, extra-curricular activities, hobbies, and work took time away from studies. Then again, there was no getting around the fact that sometimes, homework was just plain boring. Snow played a big part in the obstacle course this year. After missing a week and then going back to school for a day and then missing another week, it was hard to keep abreast of all the schoolwork. Besides, after missing twenty-one school days, going on Saturdays and into June didn’t help attitudes one bit. Teachers began taking a hand in an effort to help some students cut down on their obstacles. Mrs. Patrick used a cow’s skull as a hall pass in order to dampen the ardor of chronic bathroom goers. Everyone set out to reach his or her goals and most of us got a little sidetracked. But those who were able to overcome their personal obstacles had the real triumphs. 184 ACADEMICS Just plain ’ole goofing off can impede the scholastic progress of Amy Prewitt, Lisa Cox, Missy Briscoe, Beth Ballard, Nancy Overstreet, and Carolyn Short as they enjoy themselves immensely, all thoughts of homework gone with the wind. Hunger can be a giant obstacle to overcome. Iva Godbey can’t concentrate on another thing before having a snack. JVe£coitte Healthy combinations of athletics and academics keep students alert physically and mentally. When not studying. Lonnie Hatcher enjoys downing a couple of free throws. In addition to work on the school Spring production. Todd Gash and Cindy Tewmey spend lengthy hours practicing the roles of George and Emily for the Ragged Edge Theater production of Our Town, while still managing to keep up their classwork. ACADEMICS 185 The members of the Academic Team put in many extra hours of hard work after school In order to complete a successful season, each to prepare for an upcoming Academic Bowl member of the band must be willing to competition. practice. - - ———————■——— f Okay, who had the soup? Marta Claunch seems to ask this question as she learns the art of cooking in home economics class. Amid laughter and applause. Chris Pyle and Gayla McCloud present their long practiced, Pyle-adapted version of Kurt Vonnegut's “The Long Walk to Forever.” 186 ACADEMICS It's never too soon to learn to survive on your own. Patrick Shewmaker gets the hang of using the sewing machine. 7th grade Spelling Bee winners Melissa Wayne and Kevin Russell prove that even champions must invest a good deal of time studying their words. No Gain Without Pain In order to become really good at something, practice is a must. But whether our students were in front of a cheering crowd or had just received an “A” on a test, the long hours of practice really paid off! The Speech team carried home award after award. The team, led by Mrs. Jana Stratton, worked hard for their victories, and felt they had earned their prizes through long hours of practice. Like the Speech team, the Drama class also put in time learning lines and trying different actions suitable to the script until the final product was perfect. When the lights dimmed, the stage became magic, but most people didn’t realize the effort the Drama class had to put forth to achieve their fine performances. The Academic Bowl team, coached by Mr. Bill Patrick, spent much of its time drilling for the televised academic contests. Alth- ough it was hard to know what questions would be covered during any one contest, the Academic Bowl team felt that every little bit counted. Another instance where practice was invaluable was the band. Under the direction of Mr. Larry Woolums, the Scottie Band had an exciting year full of competitions and awards. It was only through mon- otonous repetition, though, that the band reached its highest level of performance. Every student, for one thing or another, has had to practice for something — whether working on a project at school, or studying for a test. It was a common sight to see people searching frantically in the dictionary so that once they had their words looked up, they could practice for their vocabulary quizzes. But each person can rest assured that his or her efforts were not in vain. After all, practice makes perfect! ACADEMICS 187 It’s common for teachers’ kids to be pushed to excel in the subject their parents teach. Brian Driskell just wishes his mom taught Auto Shop instead of Home Economics. Combination teacher father Mr. Fallis assists combination student daughter Wendi Fallis in assembling a lab apparatus. Stepping in his son’s footprints, Mr. Woolums tries to play a mean trombone, but a directing Chris sternly sets the tempo. On the other side of the coin, being the mother of two kids in school can also be a trying experience. An exasperated Mrs. Young tries to staple Mark's tongue while Stacy advises her. Having a librarian for a mother can be very handy, Marie White discovers. A whole new world is at her — well, at her mother's fingertips as Mrs. White flips through the card catalog. 188 ACADEMICS Faculty Kids When asked to respond to the question, “What’s it like to be a teacher’s child?”, the answers were surprisingly alike. It seems that the biggest advantages of being a teacher’s child is that they don’t have to ride the bus, and they’ve always got their parents around if they need money. The general concensus on the disadvantages was the fact that their parents always knew how they’d been behaving in the halls and in class. Many felt they had to behave much better than anyone else. One of Marie White’s pet peeves was “whenever we have to work or take notes in the library, my friends ask me if I can talk Mom out of it, but I can’t!” Mark Young says, “I can’t goof off in the halls or class, and if I do something wrong, everybody else runs and tells my mom.” But also, when he had his mother in English, he felt that it didn’t bug me at all. I do my homework just like any other class and I have just as much fun.” Julie Noel doesn’t like the fact that her mother knows her grades before she does and also commented that she didn’t like having to stay after school and waiting for her mother to get out of a teacher’s meeting. The students were also asked if they felt they were being treated any differently by other students or faculty. Again, the answers were similar. “Teachers sometimes expect more of me,” stated Chris Woolums. Kim Lister felt that knowing all of the teachers before she had them in class was a definite advantage. Brian Driskell’s response summed up the feelings of most teachers’ children — A lot of times the teachers expect more because my mother’s a teacher. But my friends treat me as Brian Driskell. not Brian Driskell, the teacher’s son.” ACADEMICS 189 Tradition plays a large role in every wedding; here Stacy Farthing feeds Trevor Sell a piece of the wedding cake, careful not to smear icing under his nose. Exchanging rings is the most solemn part of a wedding. As Rev. Rex Graham instructs, Stacy slips a ring on Trevor’s finger as a symbol of their promises. Till Death Do Us Part? That special day . .. the bride in her lovely gown ... the happy, yet sad, parents . . . the cake in all its splendor . . . the friendship of loved ones close by ... the wedding! At one time or another, everyone had daydreamed about his or her wed- ding. Most people tend to imagine a beautiful, tender scene and ignore the practicalities of the ceremony. Students in Mrs. Norma Wade’s Adult Living class soon found out what a big step a wedding is. By performing a mock wedding as a class project, students had the opportunity to learn how many details must be covered before the couple can say “I do”. The project took the class from rough planning sessions to actual invitations and flowers. Students chose their roles in the wedding on a volunteer basis and finally, by draft. Each person had to be responsible for his or her part of the project. Some were kept busy 190 ACADEMICS Although the groom may be nervous and the bride blushing, the height of the ceremony comes when the Rev. Rex Graham says to Trevor, “You may kiss the bride.” After the ceremony, the bride, groom, and bridesmaids — Gayla McCloud. Tammy Hayden, and Mary Hammack — pose for their wedding portrait to preserve their memories. The radiant bride. Stacy Farthing, happily advances down the aisle on the arm of her proud father. Allen Devine. Before the happy couple approach. Rita McFatridge, Cheri Donovan, Mrs. Norma Wade, and Jane Sanders prepare refreshments. changing the invitations, as snowy weather postponed the ceremony several times. Others took care of the flowers and candles which were lent to the class by Arnold’s Florist. Baby blue and white were the theme colors and the bulletin boards and streamers were chosen accordingly. Refresh- ments were prepared, and the cake set out to thaw. Finally, the big day was at hand. The well-groomed ushers quietly showed the expectant guests to their seats. The “Rev.” Rex Grahm took his place as he prepared to preside over this solemn occasion. There was a sudden flurry near the back of the room as the bridesmaids (Gayla McCloud, Mary Hammack, and Tammy Hayden) lightly walked up the aisle. Then, at last, came the radiant bride, Stacy Farthing, lean- ing on the arm of her father, Allen Devine. A nervous, but happy groom (Trevor Sell) watched as she approached. Then suddenly it was over. The joyful couple kissed and were “married”. After many congratula- tions and the traditional feeding of the cake to each other, it was time to put away finery and bouquets and clean the room. But the students now knew more about this ceremony and the things that must be attended to in order to have things go smoothly — right down to the thank you notes. ACADEMICS 191 Jackie Whitehouse, Tracy Day, Scott Cooper, and Ray Cornish find Spanish After an outstanding performance at a recent Scrabble a challenging way to improve their competition. Brian Burns. Brad Sanford, vocabulary. and Cave Arnold are all smiles. Trivial Pursuits If they weren’t racking their brains for the correct answers to their homework, or grading papers, it was a safe bet that students and teachers alike were passing the time in exciting ways. Many students and teachers turned their attention toward the exciting new game Trivial Pursuit. Not only was the game lots of fun to play, but also it was constructive in that the players found themselves challenged by the tricky questions. The Academic Bowl Team even used this game as practice for their Bowls. Students often channeled their energy into competitive sports, keeping healthy and fit while doing so. Probably not so well known was the fact that the teachers did, too — in physical activities such as the Faculty Golf Tournament, the Facul- ty Basketball Game, and aerobics in the library after school. Many diversions came in the form of creativity. There were numerous students who enjoyed writing, drawing, and music and set 192 ACADEMICS aside time to pursue their favorite areas even if it meant letting school work slide a little. Other students gave vent to their creativity in science projects, history projects, and all other areas where original think- ing was required. One such instance was the new Computer Team, under the guidance of Mr. Bill Patrick. At a competi- tion at Transylvania University, their computer problem solving skills earned them a position in the top ten of the thirty-one teams. They even held the first place spot until a third of the way through. The team also master minded a project which multiplied a thousand digit number by a thousand digit number. This undertaking covered a large part of the cafeteria wall and was an impressive feat. These pursuits were not trivial at all — especially to the individuals who enjoyed these activities. Trivial or not, these activities passed the time in interesting ways! Mrs. Davis, Brian Moynahan. Lori Logue. and Jaleen Griffey finds that playing Trivial Pursuit can be both exciting and educational. Working secretly. Tammy Hayden and Dana Perkins prepare for Mrs. Coatney’s baby shower. In order to earn the prestigious title of Eagle Scout, Keith Tyler cleans debris from the Old Mud Meeting House as a service project. Geri Bare uses Rita McFatridge as a model to demonstrate to the Adult Living Class the procedure for choosing colors that complement individual skin tones. ACADEMICS 193 OH NO! The dreaded basic skills tests! Mr. Bill Patrick has the job of ruining grade averages for all of the math classes. In order to be exempt for finals. Mary Hammack attends school even if she really doesn’t feel like it. Saved by the Beeps Probably everyone was affected by the changes that took place in the 1984-1985 school year. Some of these changes were gradual and had been building up for some time. Others were interestingly new. Possibly the most noticeable new item was the high-tech electronic beep instead of the usual clangor of the bell to dismiss classes. Some students commented favorably to this addition, saying that they didn’t jump out of their skins at the end of classtime. Others felt it was “creepy”. A change which caused vast amounts of griping from the under- classmen was the loss of foyer time at lunch. Until this year, students could leave the cafeteria and stay in the foyer until time to go to class. However, most students seemed to like going to lunch in sections instead of classes. Having five minutes between classes, as opposed to four last year, was the most welcomed change in the students’ eyes. There was much more time left to visit friends and run to lockers if books were forgotten. Other changes tended to be less physical, such as the trend toward academics. Several teachers noted that students seemed to place more emphasis on grades and that they began to realize the importance of education. The faculty felt much of this to be directly related to the focus on education by the state. For better or for worse, these changes were incorporated, into school life without much fuss. After a while, they became hardly notice- able and blended into the daily schedule as though they had always been there. Occasionally, though, it was startling to hear the clattering ringing of the old bells instead of the well modulated beeps. 194 ACADEMICS A trend toward academics seems prevalent as students work harder than ever for the elusive “A”. Renee Wilson. Ellie Logue. and Jennifer Ransdell present a scene from The Great Gatsby One of the biggest changes is the loss of foyer time after lunch. Because only seniors had the privilege of going outside during lunch, the underclassmen must socialize in the cafeteria. ACADEMICS 195 Revolutionary Wars With all the focus on education on the state level, it was not surprising that much of the fervor spilled over into Harrodsburg. School systems all over the state were closely examined inorder to find problem areas. In an effort to improve education in Kentucky, town forums were held simultaneous- ly throughout the state to discuss problems which needed top consider- ation. Mercer students, faculty, and parents attended this town forum and many excellent suggestions for improvement were made. Some important points that were brought up could have a direct effect on MCHS. Making vocational school available for student grades nine through twelve and having a stand- ardized grading system across the state were two suggestions which could of be possible benefit to Mercer. Many steps had already been taken at our school system and others across the state. For instance, very few assemblies were permitted last October — particularly pep rallies. Many students felt that school without assemblies was less enjoyable for everyone. Emphasis placed on the six hour school day came as a shock to many students since it has always been understood that a school day is six hours long. Everyone agreed that six hours of school was fair enough and created no problem. What did bother many students was the fact that even if school let out at 2:00 for severe weather, the missed hour would have to be made up later. An especially severe winter brought things to a head when MCHS missed twenty-one snow days and faced the prospect of going to school in June and on Saturdays to make up the missed days. In past years, the school systems were allowed to have five calamity days without making any up, but under the new policies governing this state, it seemed as though we would have to make up every single missed day. Finally, the state legislature met and decided to give calamity days to the hard hit school districts. Mercer received several, but not before going to school for one Saturday. Once again, student reactions were mixed. The most popular response when asked, “How did you like school on Saturday?” was a surprised face saying, “It wasn’t as bad as I thought it’d be.” On the other hand, reactions bordered on violence as some students vehemently declared that Saturday was their free day and no one should have to go to school on Saturday, no matter the circum- stances. In spite of distinctly negative responses, the opinions of most MCHS students could be summed up by Tammy Bast’s remarks. “I have seen many good changes, and a few bad changes. The changes in educa- tional policies have really helped our school. Making students have more credits to graduate may make students work harder. Kentucky has been at the bottom of the list for education for many years. With the new educational policy, maybe Ken- tucky will get up to the top of the list. “But the students must stay interested and enthused about school and their education. Assembly pro- grams and pep-rallies help keep the students in their school and school athletics. With the decline of assem- bly programs will come the decline of enthusiasm and interest in the school.” Pride in local and state educa- tion was in evidence so everyone wanted to raise the rank of Kentucky education from 50th to something considerably higher. On a brighter note, students and faculty were proud of MCHS’ rank of thirteenth in the state on CTBS scores. With effort on the part of parents, teachers, students, and authorities, Kentucky seemed well on the way towards better education. 196 ACADEMICS Going to school on Saturday is not all bad Libby Ransdell, Marta Claunch, and Angie McGlone find time to socialize at lunch. In order to improve education in Kentucky, participation is a must. Robin Reich- enbach waits to be recognized. Our hallowed leader, Gov. Martha Layne Collins, stops at one of the places on her list to discuss — you guessed it — education. To seek improvement in education, Davette Baker, Denise Connelly, Cindy Tew- mey, Tammy Day, Emily Burkes, Danielle Prather, Robin Reichenbach, and Tracy Day make plans to attend the town Forum. Playing at one of the few pep rallies is a treat for Nona Turner. ACADEMICS 197 Delynn Jones assures a customer that she has chosen the plants that will best suit her needs. Working hard, as usual, Janet Wilson sketches in the final touches of her art work. Before his practical arts project will be complete, Danny Hacker must sand his wood until it is smooth. 198 ACADEMICS It Takes All Kinds If there is one great fact that is true for all peoples it is that there has to be a mixture of people of different backgrounds and interests to provide balance in a society. No two people are ever going in the exact same direction in life. Thus, any two students picked at random will probably be taking a completely different schedule of classes. To be fair to everyone, the school offers classes in various areas of study, covering everything from the Arts to agriculture to home economics to business and accounting to vocation- al training to college prep courses in math and science. With a healthy balance like this, a student can receive a good basis for his future no matter whether he plans to be an electrician, actor, farmer, or bio- chemist. But a blend of culture doesn’t just enter school life at the schedul- ing office. Students’ backgrounds, hobbies, religions, morals, etc. create individuals that add spice and color to everyday life. No classroom would be complete without the clown always making off-color jokes, the brain with the thick glasses that everybody assumes knows every- thing about anything he doesn’t, the knot of giggling girls that seem inseparable, the young lovers holding hands under the desks, and the articulate and great-looking person that pays attention to everyone but you. In the infinitesimal spectrum of life, each individual is unique unto himself, and necessary to balance the world. In short, “it takes all kinds.’’ The end of the year spells trouble for computer classes. Brian Moynahan struggles to complete his project before deadline. Relief is in sight as Linda Lewis and Trish Pennington thankfully finish documenting their experiment. Our new student teacher Mr. Kevin Brown, comes in handy when the more seamy side of dissecting appears. Tricia Bugg. Anessa Moberly, Emily Burks and Melissa Dunn find his help invaluable. ACADEMICS 199 The Conquerors As the end of the year ap- proached, students were recognized at the Honors program held in the gym. These students truly finished their yearly “adventure” with triumph — in other words — they were conquerors. The following students were recognized for their outstanding achievements: Ft. Harrold B.P.W. scholarships presented by Mrs. Jackie Hilbert to Denise Henderson and Cindy Tewmey. Salvisa Ruritan scholarships present- ed by Mr. Howard Fallis to Denise Connelly and Trish Pennington. McDonalds Scholarship - Robin Reichenbach and Christi Darland. Brescia Honors Scholarship - Denise Connelly. Centre Brown Honors Scholarship - Tammy Day. Southern Illinois Honors Scholarship - Robin Martin Wal-Mart Scholarship - Robin After many years of hard work, Denise Henderson accepts a scholarship from a B.P.W. representative. Trackster and scholar. Robin Martin signs a letter of intent with Southern Illinois University. Robin's parents. Coach Larry Yeager, and Principal James Gash are all proud of her. 200 ACADEMICS Martin. Transylvania Honors Scholarship - Brad Sanford. U.K. Honors Scholarship - Robin Reichenbach. Georgetown Christian Leadership Scholarship - Rita McFatridge. Cumberland College Art Scholarship - Janet Wilson Governor’s Scholars Program - Gayla McCloud and Mary Whitenack. Presidential Academic Fitness Awards - Robin Martin, Robin Reichenbach, Christi Dar- land, Cave Arnold, Denise Connelly, Justine Glaesser, Cindy Tewmey, Linda Lewis, Tammy Day, Trish Penning- ton, Brad Sanford, Keith Ransdell, Sally Bishop, Angie Hardin, Beth John- stone, Rex Graham, Sandra Beams, Melissa Goodlett. D.A.R. Good Citizen - Keith Ransdell. Hugh O’Brien Leadership Seminar - Sheila Vaught. Boys’ State - Charles Coleman and Brian Moynahan. Girls’ State - Christi Coyle. American Free Private Enterprise Winners - Paula Rawlings, Susan Sallee, Ellie Logue, Richie Gooch, Kim McGuire, Vickie Meaux, Susan Gib- son, Kindra Mize. Outstanding Agriculture Award - Jennifer Ransdell. Parenthood Education - Kathy Conner and Luann Royalty. Child Care and Guidance - Dianna McPherson. Adult Living - Gayla McCloud Food Preparation and Management - Tammy Hayden. Foods for Special Occasions Tammy Hayden. Comprehensive Home Economics - Cindy McMurry Technical Drawing - Robin Reichenbach. Woodworking - Joe Barnette. Industrial Arts 9 - Kirby Wesley. Typing I - Lori Logue and Michelle Johnson. shorthand I - Holly Harmon. Shorthand II - Cindy Darnell. Recordkeeping - Tammy Hayden. Business Law - Chris Pyle. Typing II - Trish Pennington. Business Math - Greg Winburn. Drivers’ Education - Scott Leach. Art I - Chris Short. Art II - Tracy Stratton Art III - Paula Elliott. Art IV - Janet Wilson. Choral Music - Tommy Drury and Lori Logue. Health and Physical Education - FICT! IN After being named Teacher of the Year, Marianne Davis proudly accepts a gift from Beta Club sponsor Jackie White. Michelle Johnson. Advanced P.E. - Mark Henson. Oral Communications I - Emily Burks. Senior Cumulative Communications - Kindra Reed. Dramatics - Keith Ransdell Journalism - Robin Reichenbach and Cave Arnold. French I - Joe Hawkins. French II - Sheila Vaught. Spanish I - Colleen Crowley, Libby Ransdell, and Heather Wilson Spanish II - Mary Ann Best. Spanish III - Tammy Day English I - Chris Short. English II - Emily Burks and Sheila Vaught. English III - Mary Whitenack English IV - Robin Reichenbach Fundamental Math - Teresa Fisher and Brandon Hurst. General Math - Junior Taylor Introduction to Algebra - Leah Townsend. Algebra I - Linda Gaddis. Algebra II - Woody Pulliam and Laura Connelly. Geometry - Sheila Vaught. Trigonometry - Jaleen Griffey. Analytic Geometry - Jennifer Ransdell. Advanced Math - Robin Reichenbach and Christi Darland. Introduction to Computers Charles Coleman. Computer Math I - Cave Arnold Computer Math II • Brad Sanford. (Honorable Mention Math Awards: Algebra I - Susan Coleman, Angie Devine, Michelle Johnson, Lenora Johnson. Geometry - Emily Burks, Charles Coleman, Chris Mayes, Damon Preston. Advanced Math - Cave Arnold and Denise Connelly. Trigon- ometry - Elbe Logue and Mary Whitenack. Analytic Geometry - Colleen Crowley.) Biology - Shelia Vaught. Advanced Biology - Sarah Kidd. Chemistry - Sarah Kidd. Introduction to Chemistry and Physics - Laura Connelly. Physics - Brad Sanford Citizenship - Jerry Grugin, Tammy Montgomery, Shelia Vaught, Woody Pulliam. Sociology - Janet Wilson World Civilization - Christi Darland and Brad Sanford. U.S. History - Mary Whitenack. Outstanding Teacher Award present- ed by Beta Club - Marianne Davis. Outstanding Beta Member - Denise Connelly. Army Scholar Athlete Award - Gayla McCloud and Keith Ransdell. Many years of service and dedication have The triumphant winners of the business earned Keith Ransdell an award as a token courses receive their prizes, of appreciation for putting up the flag. ACADEMICS 201 Greg Henson and Tim Bryant remove 2 by boards from Colemans Lumber Yard for use in their carpentry class. Libby Ransdell tries to decide which brand of con- tact solution to buy from Fort Harrod Pharmacy. !CVJ tp iri tf « ' P� E £ v. . e 0 -sV JA aXP do- . rtX ' ’ t® - v° O v 0$ «a6 vV ;£s e V c 0 „A ° . v OV e r s 0 e 6 yx v ve s 6 . V pS . o ,6 � V c °' C v}Ne 9 cve A sS «P . cP V ADS 203 Mercer County National Bank Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Be One of the ‘NEW’1 Minutemen The most important part time job in America. That’s the job of the New Minuteman. Like America’s first Minutemen, they protect your country and your community. See how you can join them and learn a valuable skill. Earn extra money. And get ahead in life. All while enjoying the things you like about civilian life ... in today's Army National Guard. bu may already be qualified for I $ 10,000 Student Loan Repayment Program OI 4.000 Educational Assistance Fund OI% 2.000 Unit Critical Skill Bonus Or, 1,500 Enlistment Bonus as well as Specialized Career Training FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT SFC AL D’AMBROSIO (606)734 3122 Harrodsburg, Kentucky 206 ADS Harrodsburg First Federal Savings And Loan Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Phone: 734-5452 208 ADS COLEMAN’S LUMBER YARD, INC. Building Materials Lumber • Cement • Concrete Blocks • Tile • Brick • Roofing • Plywood • Builders Hardware • Pittsburgh Paint Two Locations 734-4334 748-5211 Harrodsburg, KY Burgin, KY Walling’s General Store Highway 390 West Duncan, KY Hardware, Feed, and Sandwiches Phone: 366-5367 Take Your Pick: Student’s Choices Brand of Jeans Levi’s Lee Jordache Brand of Shoes Nikes Converse Adidas Beaumont Inn Day of Week Saturday Friday Sunday Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Type of Jacket Denim Letter Jacket Leather SUTHERLAND’S PHARMACY 121 South Main Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Harold Sutherland — Owner Down to The Letter You see them everywhere — at ballgames, in the halls, in classrooms, and around town. The bright red Mercer County letter jacket stands out in a crowd, bearing its owner’s name flamboyantly scripted across the back with various patches, bars, and medals adorning the rest of the material. In fact, the older and more worn the coats look, the better the students seem to like wearing them. Veteran jackets like the one worn by Eric Montgomery are decorated with the many patches and bars earned throughout his high school career in football. New jackets, received by younger students this year, are noticeably clean and plain. But the jackets all have one thing in common, whatever the sport they represent: they are a symbol of pride in the school and in the students themselves. “It’s easy to have pride in the athletic clubs when they have done as well as they have this year,” states teacher and former pep club sponsor Karen Smith. That’s what it’s all about — pride, right down to the letter. Horace Stratton and Curtis Votaw Insurance Services Box 344 Harrodsburg, KY 40330 a Senior Eric Montgomery shows his pride in his many achievements in football. His letter jacket has accumulated reminders of past games, such as winning the 1983 game against Harrodsburg. 210 ADS Mercer County Clerk’s Office Congratulations Seniors! Huffman and Sherrow General Store Groceries - Feed - Hardware Fencing needs Also Phone: 366-5500 David Huffman and Curtis Sherrow - owners Compliments of: RANSDELLFUNERAL CHAPEL of Home Personal Service David and Lois Ransdell — Owners FORT HARROD PHARMACY 121 W. Lexington Street “For all your health cares and professional services” ADS 211 “For all Your Mary Hammack browses at Wearen-James Wearen - James Drugs “Our Compliments’’ Harrodsburg, KY 40330 • 60 Item Salad Bar • Seafood •Chicken We serve only USDA Choice Meat Western Sizzlin Steak House 150 By-Pass Danville, KY Phone: 236-3812 What Time is It? Voted favorite class by the student body, study hall is probably the teacher’s least favorite hours of the day. Study hall monitors complain of the loud talking, snack eating, and general goofing off that the large classes of students do in their free time. Coach French, one teacher, said, “It’s not worth the worry.” His students do worry. Because he is famous for his discipline tactic of standing misbehaving ones in a visible corner, his classes seem to be willing to cooperate with the study hall rules and regulations. Most students, though, view the hour of study hall quite differently. Clint Votaw, a sophomore, listed the various uses of his free period: “I do all sorts of things.” For instance, Clint utilizes his time in such ways as reading the newspaper, talking to friends, and sleeping. Other students, like senior Crystal Merriman, were asked if they actually study in their study hall. “Are you kidding?” Her wide-eyed stare of disbelief confirms every teachers suspicions. Perhaps the best thing about having a study hall is that it provides a break from hectic classes. Both teaches and students agree that a ten minute break isn’t enough sometimes. Barry Taylor and Stacy Foster in Coach French’s study hall demonstrate the use of the study hall hour. Although they admit that they rarely utilize their free time as wisely as they should, they quickly point out the positive aspects of the free time: “It beats having class, as Barry says. ADS 213 GOODYEAR TIRE CENTER OWNED A OPERATED BY McGLONE TIRE COMPANY 130 N. Chiles St HARRODSBURG, KY 40330 734-2300 236-4898 First in Quality, Fairest in Prices, Fast in Service Phone: 734-3414 The Louisville Store 205 S. Main Street Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Phone: 734-3614 Dairymen Manufacturing Producer Division Compliments of: Broaddus Inc. 133 West Factory Street Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Factory Outlet - Cheese Store Sandusky’s 216 N. Chiles Street Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Eddie Russell - Owner Jim Pyle Inc. P O. Box 462 Harrodsburg. Kentucky 40330 (606) 734-6987 James L. Pyle Home (606) 734-6909 HANDLING ANO PROCESS EQUIPMENT FOR THE MINERALS INDUSTRY Mattingly Insurance Agency Judy Egbert Office Manager Complete Insurance Service 230 S. Chiles Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Off: 734-3388 Res: 734-7580 Freeman Auction Company 300 Chiles Street Complete Real Estate Service Phone: 734-4381 or 734-4382 214 ADS Door to Door Salesmen Due to increased pressure for more ‘‘in class time” during school hours, several extracurricular activities were limited. Such things as club meetings, pep rallies, and other assemblies were restricted under new state laws. These laws, backed by Alice McDonald, required an event to be educational, instructive, or informative in order to excuse students from class rooms. This forced the journalism class to find new ways to promote the sale of the 1985 Highlander. Formerly, the sales campaign included an assembly with a slide show and an opportunity to order the yearbook afterwards. Faced with the prospect of ordering the annuals in homerooms (all thirty-three of them), the nineteen members of the yearbook staff enlisted the aid of several juniors to distribute order blanks and to collect money. Kendra Mize, one such volunteer, commented, ‘‘It was fun — I’d like to be on the staff.” Staff members, however, had very different opinions about the hectic sales. ‘‘It was mass confusion,” stated senior member Sandra Beams. Being involved with the ordering and sale of the yearbook gives Kendra Mize a taste of the many duties of the journalism class. In addition to taking student and teacher orders for the books, the class is responsible for the design and construction of the actual material for publication. Belles and Beaus Children’s Shop 203 South Main Street Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Best Wishes Seniors! Owners - Garnie and Dana Yeager Cricketeer 745 Cane Run Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Congratulations Seniors! Royalty’s Florist and Gifts 435 Price Avenue Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Phone: 734-3339 Thompson Boron Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Specializing in Radiator Service, Vinyl Tops, Mechanical Work. Phone: 734-9732 - Wrecker Service - Nights 734-5586 CENTRAL KENTUCKY’S FINEST RESORT RESORT 19th HOLE RESTAURANT 65 UNITS CABLE COLOR TV HEALTH CLUB LARGE POOL 27 HOLE GOLF COURSE BANQUET FACILITIES FISHING LAKES BRIGHT _LEflFi HIGHWAY 127 3 miles south of HARRODSBURG. KY. FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 606-734-5481 ADS 215 Sun Struck Despite chilly temperatures, spring fever spread throughout school, bringing an insatiable desire for sunshine and tans. Since there was little sun, the tanning booths erupted as the next best thing. Centers were booked, even in the early morning and late evening hours. By the end of April, red-faced, dark students filled the halls. Sessions varied in price, costing up to five dollars for ten minutes. Conversations centered on when, where, and how many times one had visited a center. Pre-prom excitement was incomplete without a tanning appointment. There were cases of sun poisoning reported, but it didn’t intimidate anyone. White was “Out.” Students continued to compare tans. It was almost like summer. Scheduling an appointment at a tanning bed must be done in advance, as Ann Kinter finds at Bonnie Webb’s store. Alexander and Royalty Funeral Home Larry G. Sanders 304 East Lexington St. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Phone: 734-3361 “Service with Sincerity” Corning Harrodsburg Plant 216 ADS Wal-Mart Low Prices Every Day Plus Many Super Sale Specials James P. Murray Managing General Agent 110 Main Street P.O. Box 436 Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Insurance Agency Phone: 734-5704 Hall Mack Nu Tone Scovill Bath Accessories Harrodsburg, KY 40330 R.V. Cable Vision 108 North Greenville Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Phone: 734-2305 ADS 217 South 127 Harrodsburg Danville Ph. 236-8839 Tapp Road Harrodsburg, Kentucky 40330 Barry R. Banducci President and Chief Executive Officer Telephone (606) 734-7711 Congratulations Class of ’85 Best wishes for the Future 734-7736 Lexington Ph. 253-0331 9 F SIGNET I. SYSTEMS Linc, Harrodsburg Baptist Church Box 286 Main at Office Street Harrodsburg, KY 40330 J.C.LAY TIRE, INC. Car Service Center “The Finest in Tires and Tire Service” Having a locker is just an added bonus of junior high, according to seventh grader Stacy Gibson, but remembering the combination is not. Congratulations, Seniors! Starting Over The transition from elementary school to the junior high involves more than a longer bus ride. There are more classes and more things to remember. According to seventh grader Stacy Gibson, there are also more responsibilities, too. Stacy found it difficult to adjust — at first. Being active in many clubs and junior high cheerleading helped her to meet new friends and to become familiar with her new environment. Stacy is very proud of her involvement in the junior high cheerleading program and plans to continue cheering in high school. Winning the district cheerleading competition is an achievement of which she is especially proud. Standing five feet tall and weighing seventy-five pounds, Stacy is also interested in gymnastics, which helps her to perform better while cheering. Stacy’s hard work and determination also helps her to succeed in junior high, “It’s fun and I enjoy it,” she said of her new school. “There are a lot more things to do in junior high. It’s like starting over.” Stacy has a lot to look forward to. Hayslett Mechanical Contractors PHONE HARRODSBURG (606) 734-2667 DANVILLE (606) 236-3312 LEXINGTON (606) 252-6922 P. 0. Box 345 Harrodsburg, Kentucky 40330 Clark Pharmacy 113 East Office St. “Your Family Pharmacy” Phone: 734-2486 Debbie Hayslett helps in the family business by answering the phone. Compliments of: Pizza Hut Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Phone: 734-5143 220 ADS ■i Radio hack DEALER Taking Turns zM H I Czctxonici, One. 746 NORTH COLLEGE (US 127) HARRODSBURG. KY 40330 (606) 734 3530 MARTIN C. HAMBEL GRACE A. HAMBEL 354 College Street Phone: 734-9578 H.H. And Norman Hahns Chevron Atlas Tires - Batteries - Accessories A strange and curious thing happened to the seniors in 1985. Little by little, the attitudes of even the straightest “A” students were transformed, and finally, reversed completely. The shy became more outspoken in classes, at ballgames, and rebelled against waiting in line at the cafeteria. Homework became a thing of the past, and in its place the class perfected community labor. Teachers were confused by the assortment of nicknames that prevailed, and were suspicious of their meanings. But no one cared anymore. Following the example of the seniors before them, the “Awesome Ones” no longer cared about their reputations. After all, they weren’t going to be around anymore, probably not even in the same town. So, with this in mind, the Class of 1985 checked out early, checked in late, brought bottled soft drinks to school, and harassed teachers and underclassmen alike. It was finally their turn. Phillips Beauty Shop 1417 Mackville Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Violet Phillips Owner and Operator Phone: 734-2837 GREENLEAF SHOPPING CENTER Danvilli. Kentucky 40422 Booth’s Ashland Service Station Emergency Road Service Highway 127 Salvisa, KY 865-2256 Senior Greg “Buddha” Brown shows his respect of two school rules: no bottled soft drinks at school and no one in the hallways between classes. Greg, though, is not really bad at heart. PROFESSIONALS Ralph T. Ballard — M.D. John S. Baughman III — M.D. Carroll and Meredith — Attorneys J.W. Cocanougher — D.C. Nick G. Dedman — M.D. Thomas C. Dedman — M.D. Robert I. Goodman — D.M.D. Douglas L. Greenburg — Attorney Charles E. Hatcher — O.D. Dennis Alan Hise — P.S.C. Keightley, Moore and Whalen — P.S.C. Mercer Veterinary Clinic Phillips and Moore — Attorneys VanArsdall II and Noe — M.D. David Patrick — Attorney David Taylor — Attorney Unisex Hair Designers W.A. Wickliffe — Attorney W.L. Wittwer — D.M.D. 222 ADS Boosters Becom Inc., P.0. Box 386, Harrodsburg, KY Clark and Keller Oil, Old Danville Rd., Harrodsburg, KY Coy’s Bakery, Main St., Harrodsburg, KY Fairview Beauty Shop, 684 Fairview Ct., Harrodsburg, KY Gabhart and Noel, North College, Harrodsburg, Ky Kroger, Beaumont Plaza, Harrodsburg, KY Milburn’s Shoe Store, 108 Poplar St. Harrodsburg, KY Morgan Marathon Service, 518 Bellows Mill, Harrodsburg, KY Resource Recycling Center, N. College St. Harrodsburg, KY Riley, Prewitt and Readnower, 215 E. Office St., Harrodsburg, KY Stringtown Garage, 1117 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, KY Western KY Gas Co., 221 S. Greenville St., Harrodsburg, KY White Cottage Restaurant, 112 E. Lexington St., Harrodsburg, KY Windjammer, P.O. Box 815, Danville, KY ADS 223 Aggie Sale’s Sport Shop Hardee’s Beaumont Plaza Harrodsburg, KY 40330 “Congratulations Seniors!” “Open when you need us, seven days a week.” in “Good luck Scotties” 224 ADS Lawrenceburg National Bank Lawrenceburg, Kentucky 2 locations: Main Bank - 839-6921 Branch - 839-7041 Member FDIC J. C. Lay Tire, Inc. 812 SO. COLLEGE ST. P. 0. BOX 363 HARRODSBURG. KY. 40330 Long John Silver’s Beaumont Plaza Harrodsburg, KY 40330 The 1984-85 Highlander Staff would like to express its appreciation to all those who helped piece together another Mercer Annual. We are especially grateful to Georgian Studio, The Harrodsburg Herald, and John Hockersmith for their contributions of photographs. Masters of the Adventure AAAAA Aggie Sale Sport Shop 224 Agner, Tim 84 Akers. Jessica 58. 104 Akers, Monica 66 Aldridge. Stephanie 42, 126, 134 Alexander Royalty Funeral Home 216 Alford. Dustin 50 Allen. Cristy 66. 104. 112 Allen, Debi 66. 70, 107, 112, 116, 159 Allen. Kenny 55. 127, 129, 170 Allender. Davida 66 Alsman, Lois 50 Ammona, Paul 56, 58, 106, 115 Anderson, Jeff 84. 91, 107, 109. 118, 170, 171 Arnett. Ernie 42 Arnold, Crystal 14. 66. 104 Arnold. Roland 58. 63. 107, 141 Arnold, Cave 85, 87, 112, 113, 120, 183. 192, 201. 234. 236 Atlantic American Life 217 Atwell, Mary Ann 85 BBBBBB Bailey, Crystal 50, 118 Bailey, David 42 Bailey, Shonda 74 Baker. Davette 42, 44. 55, 110, 126, 128, 129, 131 Baker. Gene 42 Baker. Crystal 42 Baker. Earl 66 Baker, Janet 58 Baker. Jeffery 41. 42 Baker, Katie 58 Baker. Michael 58 Baker. Rachael 58 Baker. Ricky 58 Baker. Steven 58 Ballard. Beth 58. 104. 144, 185 Ballard. D. Keith 42. 136 Ballard. Kathryn 40. 42. 55, 126, 127, 129 Ballard. Ralph Dr. 222 Ballad, Tammara 74, 107, 156 Barnes. Tracy 42 Barnett. Brad 58 Barnett. Chad 58 Barnette. Bill 74 Barnette. Joe 17, 173, 201 Bast, Roger 84 Bast, Tammy 74, 79, 106, 111, 116, 196 Bast, Tonya 58 Baugh. Donald 58 Baughman, John Dr. 222 Baxter. Michele 74. 105, 125 Bays. Ralph 50 Bays. Rosie 50 Beams. Sandra 23. 84, 105. 106. 107, 113, 120, 133, 147, 148. 160, 201, 236 Beasley, Billy 66 Beaumont, Inn 209 Beavers, Darrell 34, 85, 93, 107, 123, 132, 153, 167 Beavers, Scott 58, 63, 150, 152, 167 Beck. Lisa 74. 76, 105 Becknell, Anthony 115 226 INDEX Becknell, Chris 42 Becom 223 Bee. Amanda 14, 58 Bee. Molly 58. 109 Bell. William 50, 128, 129 Bell, Darcy 85, 124 Belles and Beaus 215 Best. Jerry 53, 115 Best. Mary Anne 66. 106, 112, 201 Birdwhistle. Martha 48, 126, 176 Bishop, Sally 84. 112. 113, 118, 119, 201 Blacketer, Bobby 50, 167 Blaise. Scott 50, 163 Booth’s. Ashland 221 Boswell. Melissa 42 Boswell, Chris 74, 115, 172 Bowen, Paula 4, 14, 66. 104, 106, 159 Bradshaw, Laura 84. 106, 116, 185 Bradshaw, Shannon 47 Brady, Teresa 50 Brandenburg, Kim 84. 115 Brandenburg. Stacy 50 Bright Leaf Resort 215 Brinegar. Jennifer Briscoe. Jody 74, 106 Briscoe. Melissa 58. 104. 144. 185 Britton, Archie 66, 115 Britton, Greg Broaddus Inc. 214 Brock. Bobby 58, 106. 115 Brock. Stephanie 58. 118 Brogle, Melanie 4, 66, 104, 112 Bromberek. Donnie 58 Bromberek. Michael 42 Brown, Chris Brown, Daniel 42 Brown. Elizabeth 50 Brown, Greg 84. 107. 141, 221 Brown. Jennifer 14, 65, 66, 110, 111 Brown. Keith 85, 123 Brown, Kevin 199 Brown. Paulette 42 Brown. Robert 17, 74 Brummett, Margie 38, 74, 106, 111, 116 Bryant, Tim 74, 85. 107, 123, 202 Bryant, Valerie 50, 128 Buchanan, Becky 39, 66, 107, 109, 146, 148. 149. 165 Buchanan, Sherry 58, 156 Buck, Holland 42 Buck, Jackie 42 Bugg, Amy 129 Bugg, Robin 42 Bugg. Tricia 66. 70, 107, 116, 159, 168. 199 Burchett, Brad 50, 118 Burger. Hallie 3. 74. 148, 169 Burkhead. Deborah 58, 116, 117, 118, 119 Burks, Emily 5, 17, 66, 68, 110, 112, 128, 131, 199, 201 Burks, Nellie 50, 129 Burns. Brian 26, 32, 37, 85, 94, 106, 113, 153, 155, 163, 192, 234 Burton. Jeff 73, 74, 105. 106. 107, 141 Butler, Tina 74, 123 Byrd, Billie Byrd, Jerry 42 Byrd. Sarah 58 Byrd. Simon Travis Byrd, Tammy 50, 128 cccccc Calia Jerome 66 Camden Brack 85, 123 Campbell, Barbara 50 Campbell, Jane 58 Campbell. Mervin 58 Cannada, Linda 66 Cannon, Janet 84 Carey. James Coleman Carey, Jimmy 42, 84, 137 Carey, Shane 42 Carmickle. James 74, 123 Carmickle. Kelly 66 Carr. Michael 50 Carr. Missy 74. 113 Carrisquillo, Priscilla 58, 115 Carroll and Meredith Carroll, Wayne 66 Carter, Gary 38. 84, 123 Cartwright. Janice 74, 105. 106 Caton, Chris 50, 126, 129 Caton, Jerry Caton, Lisa 31, 125 Caton, Ray 25, 58, 107, 115, 141 Caudill. Angela 50 Cheak, Marsha 2, 74 Cheatham, Jacqueline 9. 50, 55, 128, 142 Chilton, Chris 74. 122, 123 Chilton. Janet 58, 106. Ill Chilton. John 66. 115, 141 Chilton, Lashannon 3, 66. Ill Chilton. Mary 128 Chilton, Tammy 42 Chilton. Tiua 50. 52, 129, 142 Chrisman. Melissa 50 Chumbley. Adam 58 Chumbley, Audra 84. 115 Cinnamon. Holly 41, 42 Clark and Keller Oil 223 Clark Pharmacy 220 Claunch, Carmen 25, 85, 93, 105, 107, 109 Claunch, Marta 14, 56, 58, 63, 107, 131. 144, 148. 149. 165. 186 Claunch, Sherri 74 Click, John 42, 129, 143 Click, Randy 74, 115 Click, Rodney 66, 141 Click. Rory 66, 115. 150. 153. 167 Cloyd, Angie 85 Coatney, Debbie 176, 192 Cocanougher. J.W. D.C. 222 Coffman, Mark Coleman, Charles 18, 74, 106, 112, 113, 141, 170, 201 Coleman. David 42, 127 Coleman. Kelly 136, 170 Coleman. Stephanie 58, 105, 118 Coleman, Susan 18, 58, 118, 144, 148, 168, 201, 232 Coleman’s Lumber Yard 209 Collier, Mary 58. 109 Collier, Pamela Ann Collier. Todd 42 Collins, Donnie 42, 46 Collins, Mark 66 Collins, Rebecca 66. Ill Combs, Stephanie 58, 68. 102 Compton, Tina 85, 103, 124, 181 Connelly, Deana 42, 129, 134, 168 Connelly, Denise 85, 87, 106, 112, 113, 116, 118, 134. 135, 168. 169 Connelly, Laura 58, 107, 118, 134, 168, 201 Conner, Billy 66, 115 Conner. Candice 42 Conner, Kathy 86, 103, 124, 181, 201 Cooper. Chris 108, 192 Cooper, Scott 42. 58, 186 Corning 216 Cornish, Glenda 7, 58 Cornish. Ray 58. 104, 116, 128, 186. 192 Cornish, William Scott 104, 136 Cox, Aaron 58, 115 Cox, Johnny 74, 78, 107, 123, 141 Cox, Joyce 58. 115, 144 Cox, Lisa 58, 103, 144, 165, 185 Cox, Tammy 58, 156 Cox. Tony 107, 152, 153, 176, 203 Cox, William Lee Coy’s Bakery 223 Coyle, Christi 27. 32. 72, 74, 78. 106. 112, 113, 165, 201 Coyle Shane 55 Craig. Tina Crane, Sharon 7, 58 Cricketeer 215 Crisp. Jennifer 50, 129 Crossfield. Todd 42. 143 Crossfield, Scott 42 Crowley. Colleen 74, 118. 201 Cumberland 207 Cummins, Deanna 50 Cunningham, Kim 58 Curren, Carol Currens, Brent 50 Currens, Gwen 58, 103, 104 Currens, John Currens, Shawna 42 Curtsinger, Sherry 58, 126 Curtsinger, Stacey 42 Cusp. Jennifer 127 DDDDDD Dailey, Terry 41, 128, 148, 176. 183 Dairymen 214 Darland. Brad 50, 129 Darland, Christi 33, 37, 85, 86. 112, 113, 116, 117, 201, 236 Darland. Lee 74. 123, 135, 180 Darland, Lome 66 Darland, Mark 2, 66 Darland. Marsha 86, 125 Darland, Mary 42 Darland, Ralph 50 Darland, Robin 15, 42, 55, 128. 129, 183 Darland, Stacie 58 Darland. Tim 50. 127, 129 Darnall, Jeff 58. 124, 180, 201 Darnell. Mark 86. 123 Darnell. Cindy 87, 124, 180.201 Darnell, Teresa 74, 115 Daugherty, Detra 42 Davis, Dennis 16, 58, 63, 141, 150, 152, 153, 167 Davis. Eddie 66. 85, 105, 107, 112, 153, 155. 166. 167 Davis. Todd 73. 74, 105, 106, 107, 113, 139, 141, 167 Davis, Marrianne 63. 106, 176, 177, 193. 201 Davis, Hillery 42 Day. Tammy 87, 112, 113, 172, 201, 236 Day, Tracy 58, 131, 186, 191 A Closer Look The week of April 21-27 proved to be very exciting for Gayla McCloud, Lora Phillips, and Mr. Greg Edwards. They were fortunate to be able to participate in the Close-Up program in Washington, D.C. This program helps students to become better acquainted with their capital city and governmental affairs. They spent the week attending seminars, touring the city, and participating in political debates. Mr. Edwards commented thus: “I enjoyed the very hectic pace. The days were well-structured and organized. I also feel that this was an exceptional experiment for the students because they learned an important fact that is sometimes forgotten — politicians are just normal people.” Gayla and Lora agreed that a very exciting part of their week was the fact that it was shared with students from Hawaii. This gave them a chance to become friends with students of a different cultural background. The weeks’ events proved to students and teachers alike that the old cliche holds true: “learning can be fun!” Dean, Alison 50, 128, 129. 157 Dean, Brandon Dean. Cindy 58 Dean. Heath 74, 115 Dean. Jamie 127 Deaton. Tracy 50 Dees. Michelle 87, 106, 113 Dennis, Dewayne 42 Dennis Kim 87, 124 Dennis, Kevin 50 Dennis, Samuel Depp. Chris 74 Depp, Spence 123 Derringer, Kelly 50, 129 Derringer, Sondra 2, 74 Derringer, Tammy 58 Devine, Allen 86, 123, 191 Devine, Angie 58, 201 Devine Greg 123 Devine, Jeff 50 Devine, Lisa 50 Devine, Melissa 50 Devine. Travis 58. 118 Donovan, Cheri 35, 86, 94. 102, 103. 116, 165, 191 Dossett, Joy 50. 55 Downey. Sandra 63, 116, 176 Driscoll, David 42 Driscoll, Guy 123 Driskell, Brian 64, 66, 109, 115, 188 Driskell. Charlotte 70, 103, 176 Drury, David 50 Drury, Derrick 8. 31, 86 Drury, Julie 57. 58. 110, 116, 165 Drury, Kelly 50, 129 Drury, Parge 74, 102 Drury, Tommy 58, 111, 201 Dunn, Jamie 42, 143 Dunn, Melissa 66, 112, 116, 199 Dunne. Barbara 58, 168 Dunning, Traci 26, 33, 86, 104, 176 Dunson, Donna Durham, Roger 58 Durham, Royce 107 Durham, Shawn 58, 152, 163 Durr, Joyce 50 Durr, Rita 63, 144, 148, 176, 182 Durr, Sara 58, 103 Durr, Susan 23. 87, 106, 120, 148, 165, 173. 232, 236 Easton, Hogan 42, 43, 55, 137 Edmondson, Tamsen 52 Edwards, Damon 58 Edwards. Greg 63. 116, 143, 176, 179 Edwards. Lisa 66, 70, 106, 109, 111, 116, 118 Edwards, Taysha 3, 50 Edwards. Tina 25, 87. 99. 115 Egbert. Bonnie 50 Egbert, Carol 66, 105, 106, 112, 118, 168 Egbert. Ronnie Eldridge, Billy 7, 74 Elliott. Camille 42, 55, 110, 129 Elliott. Paula 74. 102, 201 FFFFFFF Fairview Beauty Shop 223 Fallis, Belinda 58, 103 Fallis, Howard 78, 176, 188 Fallis, Wendy 33, 66, 70, 106, 112, 116, 118, 188 Fallis, Lloyd 56, 58, 109, 115 Farmer, Anthony 58 Farthing Stacy 87. 118, 119, 190, 191 Fegenbush, Donna 78. 176 Files, John 50 Fisher, Lisa Fisher, Teresa 201 Florian, Anita 66 Florian, Joseph 42 Floyd. Brenda 47, 126, 127, 176, 203 Floyd, Dawn Floyd, Stacy Followell, Darrell 123 Followell, Brice 58 Followell. Scott 42 Fort Harrod Pharmacy 211 Foster, Stacy 74, 104 Foster, Steve Francis John 58 Francis. Mark 58, 112 Frederick, Billy 42 Freeman, and Ison 213 Freeman Auction 214 Freeman, Kim 87, 104 Freeman, Roy 86. 102 Freeman. Mark 58, 115 French, Kecia Hope French, Larry 138, 141, 176 Fuell, Sandra 126 128 Fuller, Jullienne 50 Fuller, Larry 115 GGGGGG G and H Furniture 212 GTE 212 Gabhart And Noel Auto Sales Gaddis, Linda 58. 201 Gamble, Gary 42 Gammon, Scott 74 Gash. Ashley 48, 50, 55, 126, 127, 129, 133, 142 Gash. James E. 174, 200 Gash. Misha 10. 48. 50. 127, 129, 133, 142 Gash Todd 6, 10, 32, 86, 89. 99, 104, 106. 110, 116, 185, 236 Gateway 206 Gay, Jeff 66 Gibson. Billy Gibson. Brent 58, 150, 152 Gibson. Deborah Gibson, John 15, 87, 99 Gibson. Kevin 74, 167 Gibson, Marci 42, 55 Gibson, Stacy 41, 42, 126, 129, 157 Gibson. Susan 2, 30, 74, 105. 201 Gibson. Tammy 50 Gilkison Matt 16. 42, 137, 143 Gilkison, Todd 74. 104, 107. 133, 140. 141, 150. 167 Gilliland. Trade 14, 74, 111, 116, 232, 109 Glaesser, Justine 87, 104, 106, 109, 112, 113, 118, 160, 161, 201 God bey, Iva 66. 184 Godbey, Kristen 42 God bey, Tina 3. 33, 74, 103 Gooch, Richard 73, 74, 107, 109. 116, 141, 167. 201 Gooch. Shannette 50, 126, 127, 129 Goodlett, Angela 42, 128 Goodlett, Cindy 5, 50, 118 INDEX 227 Goodlett. Billy 129 Goodlett, Daphine 14, 73, 74, 104, 116, 118 Goodlett, David 42 Goodlett, Harold 50 Goodlett. Joyce 86, 124, 180 Goodlett. Karen 66. 104, 111 Goodlett, Kevin 86, 115 Goodlett. Melissa 3. 32. 37. 87. 104, 121. 201. 236 Goodlett, Patrick 42. 137 Goodlett. Teresa 50. 118 Goodlett. Todd 5. 27, 32. 87. 95. 99, 113, 140, 141 Goodman. Michelle 88. 125 Goodman. Gina 88. 96, 105, 106. 107, 146, 148, 160, 161 Goodman. Kim 30. 60, 63, 102, 107. 109. 144, 145, 148. 168 Goodman, Mike 89. 123 Goodman. Robert Dr. Goodyear. Tires 214 Gorham, Peggy 174 Gowins, Troy 74. 123 Graham, Keith 50, 127 Graham, Rex 26, 33. 85, 89, 106. 112, 113, 116, 153, 155. 190, 191. 201 Graves’ Jewelers 212 Gray, Donna 74, 103 Gray. J.W. Gray. Timothy 50 Green, Debbie 66. 105, 106, 116 Green, Julianne 42, 128, 129 Green, La Ween 107, 116, 168, 169 Green, Pamela 50, 126, 129 Green, Paul 50 Green, Rebecca 74 Greenburg, Doug Atty. Gregory, Connie 66 Gregory, Dewey 65, 66, 105, 107, 133, 141 Gregory Howard 105, 176. 179 Grider, Amy 60, 111 Grider. Gary 42 Grider, Rebecca 42 Grider. Ryan 50. 55 Grider, Shannon 66, 115 Grider, Terry 42 Griffey. Jaleen 74, 106, 111. 112, 113, 165, 173, 192, 201 Griffey, Maureen 74, 106, 111, 112, 113, 165 Gritton, Jerry Gritton, Mary Dott 177, 63 Gritton, Nelson 74, 106, 107, 109, 113, 139, 140. 141, 164 Gritton, Scarla 66, 105, 107, 156 Gritton, Todd 74 Grubbs. Cathy 50 Grubbs. James 66 Grugin. Elizabeth 60, 105, 118, 156 Grugin, Jerry 66, 112, 150, 153, 201 Gullett, Angela 42, 129 Gullett, Chris 50 Gullett, Robert 66, 115 Gumm. John 174 Guy, Troy HHHHH Hacker, Bobby 60 Hacker. Daniel 42, 198 Hacker. Lonnie 60. 150, 152 Hahn. Dwayne 74, 115 Hale, Gayle Hale. Lisa 129. 50 Hale. Rebecca 42 Haley. Gemmi 26, 32, 74, 102, 105 Hall. Kristi 42 Hall, Richard 50 Hall, Rodney 66 Hall. Tina 60 Hall, Tony Hallmack 217 Hammack, Mary 88. 99, 104, 107. 120, 191, 194. 236 Hammonds. Carolyn 177, 179 Hardee’s Hardin Angie 88. 99. 101, 109, 112, 113. 118, 201 Hardin, Clint Hardin. Harrison 50, 55 Hardin. Jeremy 50 Hardin. Leanne 60 Harlow, Allen 11, 60 Harlow. Shawna 41, 42. 55, 110, 127, 129, 157 Harmon, Eugene 60 Harmon. Holly 66, 201 Harper. Heath 128, 129 Harris, Kim 66 Harris. Sharon 60 Harrod Fashion Shop Harrodsburg Baptist Church 219 Harrodsburg First Federal Bank 212 Hart Jeff 89, 123 Hart. Wayne 66 Hartman. Debbie 50, 118 Hatcher Charles Optometrist Hatcher. Lonnie 185 Hatfield. Crystal 50 Hatfield. Chris 60. 106, 107, 115 Haun’s Chevron 221 Hawkins, David 42 Hawkins, Joe 60, 150, 152. 201 Hayden, Tammy 89. 105, 191, 192, 201, 232 Hayslett, Contractors 226 Hayslett, Debbi 74, 79. 105. 106 Hayslett. Gil 41. 42. 55. 129 Hazelwood. Anthony 60. 115, 152 Helton. Keith 60. 107, 115 Helton, Ken 18. 88, 109, 118, 123 Henderson. Denise 188. 103, 112, 113, 125, 200 Hendren, Jamie 60, 156. 157, 168 Hendren, Rebekah 50. 128, 129 Hensley, Kenny 66, 123 Henson, Greg 88, 107, 123, 167, 180, 202 Henson, Kevin 60, 115 Henson. Mark 66. 201 Herring, Angela 66 Herring, Tammy 50 Hettinger, Celeste 70, 177, 178 Higginbotham, Chris 66, 115 Higginbotham, Kevin 50 Hill. Paul 42 Hillard, Tim 42 Hines, Lisa 42 Hise, Dennis P.S.C. 222 Hisle, Krista 42 Hockersmith. Deanna 74 Holland, Dale 129 Holloway, Shane 42, 122 Holloway, Shawn 66, 70 Holman, Robin Renea Hop’s 206 Horn, Chad 74 Horn. Derek 60, 106, 107, 115, 116, 167 Horton, Angela 66. 103 Houp, Tracy House of Image 214 Howard, James 50 Howard. Pam 109, 112 Hubbard, Tony 42, 55 Hudson, Michelle 50, 51, 126. 129, 142 Hudspeth. Mike 60 Huffman, Danny Huffman and Sherrow General Store 211 Hughes, Janice 66 Hughes, Michael Hungate, Jennifer 50, 128, 129 Hungate. William 88. 115, 12 Hurst, Brandon 60, 152, 201 Friendly Spirit John Lewis, a senior in the Career Education Program, is a very outgoing person who “tries to do a little of everything,” according to Mrs. Toni White. In addition to his classes, John learned job skills, responsibility, and time management by helping the school’s custodians daily. His duties were sweeping, emptying trash, and doing other odd jobs to improve the school grounds. John has also worked in the cafeteria and has been employed at Mercer for the past two years as a summer maintenance worker. A sports enthusiast, John “doesn’t feel, like he has to play, but he just enjoys being involved,” Mrs. White said in reference to his jobs as statistician and manager for both the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams and the baseball team. His dedication earned a varsity letter, which he wears proudly on his school jacket. John’s interests include country music, trucks, and helping on his grandfather’s farm. He likes to tease and is friendly to everyone. John hopes to get a good job and provide for a family someday. His amiable qualities will surely enable him to succeed, and John will be missed by all. 228 INDEX Hurst, Missy 6, 102 Hurst, Paula 74, 78, 104, 116 Hurst, Roy 66 Hurst, Tommy 50, 104 Hurst, Vanessa 45 Iliimill Inman, Aimee 45 Isham, Kristi 60 Isham, Paula 66 JJJJJJ J.C. Lay Tire 219 Jackson. Jerry 64, 66, 109 Jackson, Michelle 89, 125, 181 Jackson, Tina 16, 60, 118, 119, 165 Jenkins Amos 52 Jenkins, Cindy Jenkins, Mark 50 Jenkins. Melissa 60 Johnson, Chris 52 Johnson, Lenora 60 Johnson, Lisa 45 Johnson, Michelle 60, 201 Johnson, Reda 5, 99, 104, 177 Johnson, Sherri 74 Johnson, Stan 60, 171 Johnstone, Beth 27, 33, 89. 104, 106, 107, 113, 160, 161, 201, 234 Jones, Delynn 60, 198 Jones, Melinda 52 Jones, Wyndell 52 Justice, Sandy 74, 123, 181 KKKKK Kays. Amy 48. 52, 100, 126, 127, 129 Kays, Jerry 174 Keebortz. Cary 59. 60, 115 Keebortz, Stephen 52 Keller, Tanya 52, 129 Kelly Fred 89. 95, 107, 138, 141 Kendrick, Wendy 89, 125 Keys, Todd 66, 67, 116, 170 Keys, Tony 52, 170 Khightly Moore Whalen Kidd, Beth 48, 52, 55, 126, 128, 129 Kidd, Sarah 74, 111, 112, 113, 201 King, Kenneth 60 Kinter, Ann Marie 74. 104, 118, 216 Kirkland, Michelle 73, 74, 104, 116, 118 Kniffen, Robert 45 Kroeger 223 LLLLLL LaClair, Cathy 52 Lake, Angela 52. 129 Lane, Angela 41, 45, 126, 129, 157 Lanham, Angela 52, 118, 126, 128, 129, 142 Lanham, Dana 88 Lawrenceburg, Bank Lawson. Lonnie 52 Lawson, Tammy 88, 124 Lawson’s Jewelry 214 Lay, Michelle 45 Leach, Allan 52, 118 Leach, Scott 74, 78, 106, 107, 109, 112, 113, 141, 201 Lee’s Inc. Lee’s Suzuki 212 Lewis. Cheryl 61, 103 Lewis, Daryl 45 Lewis, Denise Lewis. John 85. 115, 148, 167, 228 Lewis, Linda 37. 88, 106, 111, 112, 113, 116, 199, 201 Lewis, Paul 45. 136 Lewis, Shelley 60 Lister, Edgar 66, 111 Lister, Gerald 175 Lister. Julie 99. 177 Lister, Kim 61, 116, 118 Llamas. Tina Logan. Dana 27, 89, 104, 109 Logan, Dawn 89, 106, 118, 165 Logue, Margret 115, 174 Loguc, Ellie 74. 105. 106, 112, 113, 116, 118, 165, 195. 201 Logue. Eric 60. 115 Logue, Glenn 66. 115 Logue, Howard 74, 115, 141 Logue. Julie 66, 118, 119 Logue, Lori 74, 101, 111, 112, 113, 192, 201 Logue, Matthew 45, 137 Logue. Pansy 66, 109, 134, 168 Logue, Travis 61, 115 Logue. William Dale Long, Travis 40. 45, 129, 137, 143 Long, John Silver’s Long, Kevin 52, 128 Long, Luanne 66, 70, 115 Long, Tessa 66 Lopez, James Curtis 52, 126, 127, 137 Louisville Store 214 Lovings, David Allen Lovings, Mary 52 Lovings, Michelle 45 Lowery, Richie 123, 180 Lozier, Patrice 61, 104, 109. 144, 148, 160 Lunsford, Sheena 36, 89 Lupson, Roger 45, 55 Lyons, Charles 45 Lyons, David 66, 141 Lyons. Sheryl 61 MMMMM Maddox, Darrin 52 Mahoney, Susie 119, 160 Mallory. Rita 70, 177 Manning, Shannon 45 Martin, Christy 15, 31, 74, 76, 102, 104, 105, 106, 110, 160 Martin, Robin 32, 37, 90. 95, 104, 106, 107, 112, 134, 135, 168, 169, 200, 236 Matherly, Paula 61 Mattingly Insurance Agency 214 Mattingly. Jeff 53, 129, 163 Mattingly, Jerry 2. 91. 107, 109, 113, 123, 153 Mayes, Chris 69. 105, 112, 153, 167, 201 McCay. Caryn Leigh McCloud. Gayla 3, 20, 74, 78. 105, 107, 109. 112, 113, 141, 227, 236 McCloud. Suzette 8, 52, 118 McCoy. Jane 45, 128, 142 McCrystal, Lori 89, 99 McDaniel. David 150, 152, 153, 165, 177 McDonald, Crystal 52. 126, 129, 157 McDonald, Keith 74, 122, 123 McDonald, Shelia 61 McDowell. Patricia 61 McDowell, Stanley 52 McFatridge Rita 23, 90, 99, 104, 107, 120, 191, 192, 201 McFerron. Charles 45 McGinnis, Chris 45, 136 McGinnis, Shawn 66, 115, 141, 153, 167 McGinnis, Melissa 52. 126, 127, 128, 129, 157 McGinnis, Scott 52, 128, 136 McGinnis. Sonya 52 McGlone, Angie 61. 107. 137. 144, 145, 147, 148, 165, 197 McGlone. Thomas 66 McGuire. Kim 3, 31. 74. 79. 105, 113, 201, 236 McKnight, Larry McMullin, Patrick 136. 45. 143 McMurry, Charles 99, 177, 182 McMurry, Cindy 61. 103, 201 McPherson, Dianna 90, 125, 201 McQueary. Bartley 15, 52. 128 McRay, Aaron 45, 128 McCray. Gordon 90, 123 Meaux, Vicki 33, 74, 104, 113, 116, 118, 132, 168, 201 Mercer Co. Clerk’s Office 211 Mercer Co. National Bank 204 Merchant, Bridget 53, 126, 128, 129 Merchant, Bryant 74, 123, 180 Meredith Kerry 91, 107 Merriman, Christine 69 Merriman, Crystal 91, 102, 106, 108 Merriman. Karen 3, 53, 55, 129 Merriman, Pamela Merriman. Tina 33, 74, 102. 108 Middleton, Alyssa 61, 102, 107, 109 Middleton, Crystal 53 Middleton, Joseph 45. 69 Milbum, Shoe Repair Miller, Larry 70 Mills. Chris 45, 143 Minit Mart 145 Mr. Kwik 206 Mitchell, Jason 45 Mitchell, Joe 69 Mitchell, Robert Anthony Mize, Kendra 77. 108. 201. 215 Moberly, Anessa 5, 69, 106, 112, 116. 117, 199 Moberly, Jackie 61 Mobley, David 61, 107, 141, 167 Montgomery, Karen 69, 70, 104, 112, 116, 184 Montgomery Eric 91. 107, 141, 218 Montgomery. Tammy 69. Ill, 201 Moore. David 15, 69. 107, 141 Moore, Troy 45 Morehead, Christina 61, 103 Morehead, Daniel 61 Morgan’s Marathon 223 Morrison. Brian 69, 105, 107 Morrison. Jonathon 45, 127 Morrison, Michelle 90 Morrison, Stephen 61, 115 Motley, Amy 77, 121, 124 Moynahan. Brian 77, 105, 192, 199, 201, 232, 236 Moynahan, Tamara 53, 54, 55, 128, 129, 142 Murphy, Robert 53 Murphy. Tina 45 Murray, Linda 34, 177 Murray, Shannon 69, 71, 106, 107, 150, 153, 167 NNNNNN Nall, Rainie 53. 55. 126 National Guard 205 Neal, Mary 45 Nelson, Richard 45 Nelson, Kenneth Nelson, Nichole 45 Nelson. Robin 77. 104. 118 Nelson, Stephanie 16. 61 Newman, Charlotte 53 Newsome. Cindy 77, 125 Nichols. Kim 61 Nichols. Nathan 53, 136 Nichols. Tim 77, 115 Noel, Darrell 90, 123 Noel, Ginger 18, 57, 61 Noel. Jon 69. 115, 141 Noel. Julia 69, 105, 106, 118 Noel. Mary 177, 182. 231, 236 Nordstrom. Jonas 90, 98. 105, 107, 116, 131, 163 Norton. Connie 61 Norvell, Dana 14, 69. 70. 105, 107, 109, 132, 159 Norvell, Marlene 90 ooooo O’Banion, Brian 45, 55, 125, 136, 143 O’Banion Gay 3. 48. Ill, 177 Osborne, Kandi 45 Overstreet, Nancy 69, 102, 116, 144, 168, 185 pppppp Page. Amanda Parnell. Melissa 53 Parnell, Tina 45 Parrot. Kathy 39, 69, 104. 118, 119, 168, 169 Patrick. David Atty Patrick, Twana 70. 102, 177 Patrick. William (Mr. Bill) 177, 194, 234 Patterson. Lisa 69, 106, 109 Patterson, Lucretia 61 Patton, Stanley 77, 123 Peavler. Chad 41, 43. 45. 55 Peavler, Scott 45 Peavler David 69, 115 Peavler, Debbie 91 Peavler, Leslie 177 Peavler, Rhonda 45 Peavler. Brent 61 Peavler, Tony 69 Peavler. Troy 77, 108 Peavler. Wendy 53. 129 Pellosaari, Petteri 36, 96, 102 Pennington. David 53 Pennington, Trish 35, 91. 112, 113, 116, 117, 199. 201, 236 Pennington, Tina 73, 77 Penrod, Penny 48, 127 Perking, Melinda 69 Perkins, Dana 35, 91. 105, 107, 147, 148, 192 Peyton, Terina 69, 111 Phelps, Michael 33. 78. 177 Phelps. Rinnie Jo 19. 78. 109, 178, 183 Phillips Moore 222 Phillips Beauty Shop 221 Phillips, Kevin 45 Phillips. Jeffery 29, 53, 55 Phillips, Kristin 61 INDEX 229 Phillips, Lora 69, 102, 116, 134, 135, 227 Phillips, Neana 77 Pike, Carolyn 77 Pike, Cathy 53. 128 Pinkston. Don 53 Pinkston, Earl 48, 53, 54, 55, 126, 129 Pinkston. Jamie 48 Pinkston. Keith 45, 136 Pizza Hut 220 Powell, Shane 61 Poynter. Bill Poynter, Clark Prather, Cheryl 25, 35, 91, 99, 107, 109, 131 Prather, Danielle 48, 53, 126, 128, 129, 131 Preston. Damon 69, 70, 71, 106, 110, 112, 113, 116, 167, 201 Preston. Robert 45 Preston, Sharee 53 Prewitt, Amy 61, 107, 116, 144, 165, 185 Prewitt, Carolyn 3, 90. 103 Prewitt, Kelley 69 Prewitt, Shannon 128 Price, Angela 53. 127, 128, 129 Price, Jolene 69 Price, Scott 90, 123 Price, Robin 53, 142 Priddy, Tamara 69, 109, 111, 118, 119 Proctor, Larry 53 Pullian. Arthur 69, 112, 201 Pyle, Brian 45, 127, 129 Pyle, Chris 77, 201, 236 Pyle, Jim Inc. 214 RRRRR Raider, Anita 69 Raider, Freddie Ray 61 Raider, Jeffery 45 Rainey. Arlinda 61, 111 Rainey, Chris 35, 91, 123 Raley, Cynthia 61 Ransdell, Funeral Chapel 211 Ransdell, Jennifer 18, 73, 77. 78, 109, 112, 113, 115 Ransdell. John Ransdell. Libby 61. 107, 109, 144. 148. 164, 197. 202 Ransdell, Stacy 53, 126, 128 Ransdell, Todd 115 Ransdell, Keith 32, 33. 81. 91. 99. 104, 106, 110, 112, 116, 135, 201 Rasnake, Sam 69 Rawlings, Paula 77, 105, 106, 113, 165, 201 Reader. Danetta Rcadnower. Lee 77, 123, 167 Reams. Lisa 69. 104, 108, 112, 165 Reams, Jennifer 53 Redwine, Donna 47, 127, 172, 178 Reed, Kindra 6, 16. 33. 90. 105, 106. 109, 118 Reed, Tracy 69 Reeder. Renee 61 Reeder. Dannetta 45 Reeser, Carie 39, 69, 106, 107, 108 Reichenbach, Aimee 33, 64, 69, 70, 105, 106, 107, 109, 116, 159, 168 Reichenbach, Robin 3, 32, 37, 81. 90, 99, 112, 113, 116. 236 Releford, Melissa 117, 115 Resource Recycling Center Reynolds Delbert 32, 91, 96. 99, 106, 110 Reynolds, Mike 45, 136 Rice, Jamie 61 230 INDEX Ridgway. John 115 Riley, Devonda Riley, Prewitt Readnower Riley. Terry 45, 137 Riley, Timothy 115 Riney. Mike 69, 115 Roark, Sharon 23, 69, 70, 107, 109, 159, 160 Roark. Teri 53. 126, 127, 142, 160 Roberts. David 77, 115, 141 Roberts, Sharon 47, 178, 179 Robertson. Jack 48. 128, 141, 178, 179 Robinette John 16, 174 Robins, Brandon 53, 127, 164 Robins, Derick 115 Robinson, Barry 61 Robinson, Colleen 69 Robinson. James Robinson, Jeff 91 Robinson, Keawanna 45 Robinson, Mark 53 Robinson, Derek 61 Robinson, Shannon 53, 128, 129, 142 Robinson, Timmy 69 Robinson, Tyasha 129 Rogers, Debbie 72, 115 Rogers Jeff 77, 115, 170 Rogers. Kathern 31, 77, 111 Rogers, Leslie 8, 25, 92, 103, 125 Rogers, Lynette 61 Rogers. Rebecca 77, 125 Rogers. Robert 45 Rogers Tim 45, 143 Rogers, Keith 69, 115 Rorbland, Amy 45 Ross, Greg 93, 107, 109, 152, 153, 154 Ross, Robert Scott 61 Rousey, Jeff Rowland, Ann 129 Rowland, Patricia 53 Roy, David Royalty, Angela 93, 103, 125 Royalty. Debbie 77 Royalty, Jeff 43, 45 Royalty, Kimberly 61, 118 Royalty, Luann 6, 92, 106, 201 Royalty’s Florist 215 Ruby. Van 53, 55, 126 Russell, Angie 61 Russell. Gary 77. 78, 115, 121, 135. 236 Russell, Jeremy 45, 55 Russell. Kevin 45, 187 Russell, Lisa 65, 69. 106 Russell, Mark 61, 115 Russell, Susan 53, 129 RV Cable Vision 217 ssssss Sadler, Debbie 45, 127, 128 Sadler. Stacy 81. Ill, 118, 119 Sager, Mr. 73 Sale. Elizabeth 3. 33. 78, 79. 177, 178 Sallee, Anita 53 Sallee, Brenda 45, 134 Sallee. Edward 69, 115, 135 Sallee. Kelly 61, 102 Sallee. Susn 77, 105, 106, 201, 232 Sallee. Tim 77. 78, 135, 170 Sallee. Tina 77, 112, 113 Sanders, Connie 45 Sanders, Jane 25, 92, 125, 191 Sanders, Jo 93, 102 Sanders, Marsha 9. 61, 111 Sanders, Martye 69 Sandusky Farm Service 214 Sanford, Brad 16, 93, 106, 112, 113, 162, 163, 192, 201, 234 Sargent. Jennifer Saruak. Michelle 69 Savage. Carla 61 Savage. Mike 45 Savage, Tina 45 Scarbrough. Earl 122 Schmiers, Patricia 45 Schroeder, Gary 92, 107, 109, 123 Scott, Kevin 62 Sell, Cherrine 69, 71. 104, 122 Sell, Trevor 92. 122, 123, 190 Settles. Laura 53 Sewell, James 69, 141 Sharp. Melissa 17. 77. 105, 106 Shearer, Jennifer Sheperson, Scott 72, 77, 106, 107, 141 Sheperson, Mecia 77 Sherrow, Allison 45, 128 Sherrow, Carla 77, 123, 181 Sherrow, Gina 39, 69, 108, 118, 119 Sherrow, Troy 77, 100, 123 Shewmaker, Todd 69, 112, 115, 116 Shewmaker, Greta 92, 106 Shewmaker. Michael 62, 115 Shewmaker. Patrick 53, 170, 187 Shewmaker. Randy 45, 137 Shewmaker. Robbie 69, 115, 134, 135 Shirley. Tony 114, 115, 177, 178 Short, Betty 47, 129, 178 Short, Carolyn 3, 69, 111, 131, 144, 145, 148, 185 Short, Christopher 62, 109, 129, 201 Short, Dewayne 69, 115, 153, 167 Short. James 53 Short, John 8, 34, 92, 107, 123 Short, Kelly 45. 129 Short, Melissa Short, Shannon 62, 118 Shupe. Donald 63, 122, 141. 172, 178 Signet Systems 218 Simchick, Lenore 8, 77, 104, 118 Simpson Carrol Simpson, James Carlos 77, 135 Simpson Tommy 53 Sims. Becky 174 Sims. Brian 45, 143 Sims. Chris 77, 78. 134, 135, 170, 236 Sims. Darin 48. 53, 128, 136 Sims, Karen 69 Sims. Lisa 69 Sims. Lori 53 Sims, Mary 62 Sims, Mike 35, 93 Sims. Robin 62 Sims. Stephanie 45 Sims, William 62, 141 Sizemore, Yvonne 45 Slaven. Earnest 69 Slone. Chris 45. 127, 128, 137, 143 Slone. Della 45 Slone. John 176, 178 Slone. Lynne 78, 178 Smith Aileen Francis Smith, Charles 48. 138, 141, 178 Smith, Karen 19, 99, 109, 178, 218 Smith, Mac 93 Smith, Mark 93 Smith, Ronnie 123 Smith, Tammy 62, 103 Smith, Tammy 62 Snow, Joann 45 Southwell, Michelle 93, 118 Sparks, Theresa 53 Sprague. James 57, 62, 118, 170 Sprague. Laurie 77, 107, 109, 116, 158, 159, 168, 169 Spawlding, Debbie 125 Springate. Elizabeth Stacy Floyd State Bank Staton Glenda 62 Staton, Teresa Steele, Kristi 48 Stephens, Travis 45, 137, 143 Stiglich, Dennis 62, 167 Stinnet. Dana 53, 128 Stinnett. Timothy 62. Ill Stoltzfus. Daniel 70, 131 Stong, Jared 45, 55 Story, Jeffery 62 Stratton and Votaw 210 Stratton, Jana 40, 47, 110 Stratton, Jerry 53 Stratton, Tracy 92. 201 Strickland. Beth 53, 55. 128. 129 Stringtown Garage Stumph, Stephen 45 Sutherland. Pharmacy 210 Sutton, Mechell 53, 126 Sweet, Karen 72. 103, 125 Tackett, Jimmy 53 Tackett, Randy 77, 122, 123 Tate, Ron 92, 123 Tate, Tammy 54 Tatum, Kellie 92 Tatum, Spencer 25, 62, 107, 141, 152, 167 Tatum, Vincent 45, 167 Taylor, Angie 69, 104, 111 Taylor, Barry, 100, 123, 141 Taylor, Calvin 77, 123, 141 Taylor, Cynthia 45 Taylor, David Atty. Taylor, Douglas 62, 135 Taylor, Wayne 54, 62 Taylor, Jonothan 62 Taylor, Junior 115, 201 Taylor, Todd 21. 150, 152 Taylor, Michelle Taylor, Shelia 77, 124 Taylor, Teresa Taylor, Travis 46 Taylor, William 115 Taylor, William Lawson Teater, Becky 77. 79, 107, 113, 148, 149, 236 Tewmey, Cindy 6. 33, 89, 93, 106, 110, 112, 113, 116, 121, 131, 185, 201, 236 Tharp, Chris 54 Tharp, Michael Tharp, Rita 62 Tharper. Heath 54 Tharp, Tommy 62 Thompson’s Boron 215 Thompson, Chris 62, 111, 115 Thompson, Mitzi 69, 105 Thompson, Paula 62, 111 Thompson, Tony 115 Thornton, Anne 62 Thornton, Crystal 46 Tingle, Chrissy 46, 142, 168 Tingle, Kathy Jo 54 Tingle, Ashley 62, 115, 135, 170 Townsend, Laura 46 Townsend, Leah 62, 201 Traugott, Erik 62, 63. 102 Travillian, Gardner 115 Travillian, Joe 69, 141 Travilllian, Kristina Travillian, Shane 54, 127, 128, 129 Treadway, Earl 62 Tribble. Jeff 69. 115 Trisler, Amy 54, 128, 129 Tri8ler, Steve 77, 141 Trower, Chris 54. 126, 127 Turner, Eric 62, 115 Turner, Kristi 54, 118 Turner, Lynda 69 Turner, Michael 62 Turner. Nona 54. 118, 131 Turner, Terry 54 Turpin, Chris 46, 127 Turpin, Joey 62, 108 Turpin, Regina 65, 69, 111 Turpin. Valarie 69, 104, 111 Tyler, April 54, 126. 128, 129 Tyler, John Tyler, Kelly 46, 55, 129 Tyler, Kevin 46 Tyler. Keith 14, 73, 77, 110, 115, 135, 192 Tyler, Tonya 62, 106, 116 Tyler, Travis 46 Tyree, Rodney uuuuu Unisex Hair Design 222 vvvvv Vanarsdall, Tina 62. 116, 117, 118 Vanarsdall and Noe 222 Vandivier, Barry 63, 182 Vandivier, Michael 62 Vandivier, Tony 102, 108, 111 Vanzant, Brian 8, 24. 77, 107, 138, 141, 170, 171 Vaughn. George Vaughn, Leo 93, 109. 115 Vaughn, Marsha 46 Vaught, Scottie 62 Vaught. Shelia 17, 64, 69. 106, 109, 112, 116, 117, 160, 201 Vineyard, Sue 69 Vinyard, Davina 54 Voris. Mike 69, 115 Votaw. Ann 46 Votaw. Clint 69, 104 Votaw. Gloria Votaw. Kristen 46, 47 Votaw, Lori wwww Wade, David 3, 62. 63, 102, 103 Wade. Norma 78. 99, 191 Waits, Beth 15, 62, 109, 111 Waits, Patrick 77, 101, 102, 104 Waits, Phillip 54 Waits, Ronda 69 Wal-Mart 217 Waldridge, Jeanie 69, 168 Walker, Pernell 69, 115 Wallace. Patrick 62. 131 Walling's General Store 209 Walter S. Frankel 221 Ware, Chris 62 Warren, David 62, 107 Warren, Melanie 35, 93 Waterfill, Lea 9, 54, 142 Waterfill, Stephen 54, 126, 137 Waterfill, Lynn 126 Waterfill, Stephen 54, 126, 137 Waterfill. William 62. 150, 152 Watts, Bueford 46 Watts, Lawrence Allen Jr. 77 Watts, Luther 62 Wayland, Brad 123 Wayland. Jenni 94. 115, 165 Wayne. Melissa 46. 168, 187 Wearean 8s James Drug 213 Webb. Angela 69. 106, 116 Webb, Jennifer 46 Wesley. Kirby 62, 201 Wesley. Shelia 77 West. Billy 77, 115 West, Jennifer 62 West, Richard West, Tim Western Ky. Gas 223 Western Sizzlin 213 WHBN Radio Station 210 White. Marie 54. 126, 127, 129. 133, 188 White Cottage Restaurant 223 White, Eirik 46 White. Erik 46 White. Jackie 112, 188. 201 White, Toni 70 Whitehouse, Jackie 94. 186. 192 Whitenack Albert 115 Whitenack. George 123 Whitenack, Jamie 129 Whitenack, Lisa 46 Whitenack. Mary 77, 110, 113, 201 Whitis, Joseph 62 Whittaker. Jesse 62 Whittaker. Terry 69 Wickliffe, W.A. Atty. 222 Wiley, Brian 69 Williams, Deidra 94, 103 Williams. Scott 62 Willoughby, Angela Mechelle Willoughby, Becky 115 Wilson, Angela 129 Wilson. Renee 77, 78, 109, 113, 195, 203 Wilson Denise 54, 118 Wilson, Heather 62, 107, 134, 168, 201 Wilson, Janet 94, 102,107,148, 149, 198. 201 Wilson. Kent 54. 129. 136 Wilson. Kristi 18. 62, 134, 168 Wilson, Nancy 46 Wilson. Regina 54. 127. 129 Winbum, Greg 201 Windjammer Skat-O-Rama 223 Witt. Stephanie 54, 128 Witt, Timothy Lee Wittwer. W.L. D.M.D. Woodard, Margaret 46. 55, 127, 129, 142, 168 Woodard, Philip 46 Woods, Becky 62 Woods, Sarah 79, 119 Woods. Teresa 54. 126, 129 Woogley. Billy 46 Woolums, Chris 69. 109. 118, 164, 188 Woolums, Larry 101, 188 Wray, Benny 62, 69 Wren. Teresa 54 Wright. Joe 170, 123 YYYYY Yates, Buick Chevrolet 218 Yeager. Larry 134, 176. 200 Yeager, Timmy 94 Yocum. Bridget 46 Young, Brenda 48. 188 Young, Jan 54, 128, 142 Young, Joetta 94, 95. 99, 117 Young, Kim 69. 112, 118 Young. Mark 48, 54. 126. 127, 129, 136. 188 Young Robin 69. 109, 111, 165 Young. Stacy 107, 158, 159, 188 Young. Troy 69. Ill, 150, 151, 153 Time For A Change It is easy to flip through a yearbook and quickly point out a number of flaws and errors, but few people realize that producing a yearbook is a very complicated and demanding job. Most students who have been selected to take journalism arrive at the first of the year ready to relax and have fun without the restrictions of a textbook and regular classroom format. It does not take them long, however, to discover that they have come to the wrong place if they are looking for an easy class. As yearbook adviser, I have assumed many identities to my students. At various times they perceived me as a slave driver, a judge, a referee, or a censor, but through it all I have tried to be their friend. In the process of making numerous decisions, learning new skills, and doing many tasks over until they are right, the yearbook staff soon becomes like a family — making every effort to respect each other’s opinions and depending on one another when the pressure mounts at deadline time. It is this that I will miss the most: that special bond that develops when a group of people work hard together to achieve a common goal. There are also many pressures involved in being a yearbook adviser. For the first few years I did not notice them much, but more recently I have begun to feel the burden of so many different responsibilities attached to one job. In addition, I find that I am running out of ideas. After all, how many different ways can one person devise to do the same thing? Every yearbook that I have helped to produce has represented a spectrum of emotions associated with each individual staff: enthusiasm for a new task, frustration at deadlines, relief after finishing the work, and pride in the final product. As I reflect on the past twelve years, I remember some very special people from whom I have learned as much as they have learned from me. I hope the students know my door is always open and I have not deserted them. I have simply come to the conclusion that it is time for a change. ----Mary Noel INDEX 231 During the Free Enterprise workshop held at Shakertown, Vicki Meaux and Brian Moynahan placed among the top ten students. Each student was required to take tests which determined their rank. Susan Coleman leaps over the hurdle to earn points for her team as they add yet another victory to their record. The girls had an excellent record this year with 8-3 and the regional title. ML .1 I I I I Because of a paper shortage. Trade Gilliland asks teachers how much paper they will need for final exams During the chemistry classes' trip to the nuclear reactor plant. Susan Sallee gets a charge from a a model atom smasher. The unit generated static electricity that caused Susan’s hair to stand on end. 232 CLOSING Nearing the end of the school year, seniors Tammy Hayden places the cards she has begin receiving memory books and cards. collected in her memory book during class. At the Girls’ State Basketball Tournament, Susan Durr finds a new friend. University of Kentucky baseball player, Kenny Walker, returns to the gym to sign autographs after speaking at the junior high basketball banquet. The Final Step For many students, spring meant warm weather and spring break; for others it meant that graduation was near. All agreed that the coming of spring made the last few weeks of the adventure much easier. As the warm weather began, many classes took field trips. The chemistry and physics classes visited a nuclear reactor plant in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Mr. Greg Edwards, Lora Phillips and Gayla McCloud went to Washington, D.C. with the Close-Up Program. Also, several classes including the entire senior class took different trips to Shakertown. By the time May had approached, spring sports were in full swing. The baseball team had an excellent record of 14-10 while the girls’ tennis team placed third in the CKC. The girls’ and boys’ track teams finished first and third respec- tively in the regional competi- tion. Field trips and sports were only a part of the great adven- ture of school. Students worked together and helped each other along the way. After the short two day spring break, students began to count down the days until June the third. For the seniors, finals became the last obstacle towards the ultimate goal: graduation. Through term papers, ball- games, finals, and graduation everyone agreed that this had been an adventure worth the undertaking. One of the hottest new crazes of the year was the use of the tanning beds. Beth Johnstone prepares to spend thirty minutes getting a golden tan The computer team, composed of Brad Sanford, Cave Arnold, Brian Burns and Mr. Bill Patrick, display the output of their project: two one thousand digit numbers multiplied together. The process took four days, and twenty-two hours to complete. 234 CLOSING After winning the district tournament, the boys’ basketball team made history by defeating Lincoln County in the regionals. Alice McDonald. Superintendent of Public Education, is largely responsible for the many changes in the educational process Heavy snow caused students to miss quite a number of teaching days, students were forced bit of school. In order to meet the required to attend school one Saturday. Action Packed! The adventure of the 1984-85 school year was memor- able for every Mercer student. The year began with a bang as the football team won the first four games of the season. The winning streak continued for other teams. The boys’ basket- ball team earned the district title, the girls were runners-up. and the girls’ track team was regional champs for the second year in a row. In fact, most teams had winning seasons. Awards and accomplish- ments were not limited to athletics. Academic achieve- ments thrived throughout the year. Keith Ransdell was given the Kenton Leadership Award, and Robin Reichenbach earned a journalism award from Eastern Kentucky University. Close-Up, Governor’s Scholars and Girls’ and Boys’ State recipients were announced during the treacher- ous adventure along with the winners of many scholarships. Many of the clubs were active from the beginning until the end of the year. Co-ed Y participated in several activities, from roadblocks to KUNA, and, for their efforts, they received the Triple A award. The FFA had part in many livestock and machinery shows. Many other clubs and organizations also participated in events that benefitted both the students and the community. Day by day students and faculty added pages to the journal of their adventure. The pages were filled with everything from ballgames to homework, but when they were finally added together, they became the map to the great adventure. The Last Word Working on the yearbook staff was especially exciting this year. Many changes and improvements have been made. All of these things have helped to make the 1985 annual one of the best ever. Walsworth Publishing company had the privilege of publishing the Highlander. Bookman type was used for the copy and Bookman Bold for the headlines. Contributing artwork, Christy Martin submitted the cover, endsheets, and title page designs while Tammy Day provided the illustrations for the opening and closing sections. Pictures were fur- nished by the staff photographers as well as Georgian Studios, Graham Studios, the Harrodsburg Herald, and John Hockersmith. As editor of the yearbook, I have supervised the progression of work throughout the school year. Each staff member has done an excellent job; however, the greatest contribu- tion of time and work came from our sponsor, Mrs. Mary Noel. I truly appreciate the work done by ever- yone. Robin Reichenbach Editor-in-Chief HIGHLANDER STAFF: FRONT Gayla McCloud, Robin Reichenbach: BACK: Chris Pyle. Kim McGuire. Melissa Goodlett. Chris Sims. Gary Russell, Brian Moynahan, Cindy Tewmey, Becky Teater, Cave Arnold, Mrs. Mary Noel. Susan Durr, Tammy Day, Todd Gash, Trish Pennington, Christi Darland, Mary Hammack, Robin Martin, Sandy Beams; NOT PICTURED: Rita McFatridge. 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