Mercer High School - Hi Times Yearbook (Mercer, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1988 volume:

I Class Of 1988 CO (0 D O co 1 Heidi Adams Todd Alexander Scott Andrews Monica Baker Heidi Lynn Adams............... Heidi Birthdate: 10 2 70 Cheer leading 9,10, Hoofbeats Staff 11,12. Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: Brian Adams Deborah Lynn Airgood . Dee, Deb Birthdate: 12 30 68 Vo-tech 10,11, Library Cadet 12. Favorite Song: Mony Mony Favorite Group: Billy Idol Todd Howard Alexander ........ Alex Birthdate: 3 9 70 Track 9-12, National Honor Society 11,12, Hoofbeats staff 11. Favorite Song: This Raging Pire Favorite Group: U2 Janet Louise Anderson ... Jamanet Birthdate: 7 31 70 Track 9,10,12, SHOP IV 12. Hoofbeats Staff 12. Hi Times staff 12. Student of the Month 11. Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: Motley Crue Scott Andrews..................Andy Birthdate: 5 19 70 Track 9-11, Football 9-12. Speech 9-12, Versatility Club 11,12 Favorite Song: Mother Favorite Group: Pink Floyd Jennifer Sue Bahr ............ Jenn Birthdate: 1 4 70 Basketball 9-12, Track 9-11. Student Council 9,12. Homecoming court 12. Band 9,10, Jr. Class Play 11. Favorite Song: This Time Favorite Group: Journey Monica Kay Baker ............. Bakes Birthdate 12 9 70 Speech Team 10-12, Cheerleading 9.10.12. Danceline 11. Track 9. Track stats 10-12, Mascot 10, All School Musical 11. Class Play 11, Marching Band 9,11, Class Vice President 11, Versatility Club 10-12, Hi-Tlmes Staff 12. SHOP IV 11,12 Favorite Song: Holiday Favorite Group: Madonna Joel Alan Bartolone ............Joel Birthdate: 6 23 69 Versatility Club 9-12. Chorus 11,12, Show Choir 11,12, District Chorus 11.12, All School Musical 12 Favorite Song: She’s Like The Wind Favorite Group: Chicago Debbie Airgood Janet Anderson Jennifer Bahr Joel Bartolone 2 Karol Lynn Beahm ..............Saxy Birthdate: 2 17 70 Concert Band 9-12, Jazz Band 912, Marching Band 9-12. Pep Band 9-11. Dixieland Band 10, Equus 9 Favorite Song: Faithfully Favorite Group: Journey Janet Lee Bell .............. Janet Birthdate: 4 1 70 Track 10, Versatility Club 12. Hi Times Staff 11, Hoofbeats Staff 11.12 Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: The Jets John Charles Bennlnghoff .. Benny Birthdate: 2 17 67 Favorite Song: Bad Boy Boogie Favorite Group: Ratt Joy Kay Benninghoff .............. Birthdate: 7 19 69 Favorite Song: Heart Soul Favorite Group. TaPau Rawn Leigh Best ............ Ronnie Birthdate: 4 26 70 FFA Chaplin 11. Concert Choir 12. Show Choir 12. Favorite Song: Always Favorite Group: U2 Deborah Arlene Bird ........... Deb Birthdate: 10 17 69 Cheerleading 9,10. Student Council 9,10,12, Jr. Class Student Director 11, Danceline (Capt 12) 11,12, Class Treasurer 11,12, Band Secretary 12, Hi-Times Staff 11,12, Hoofbeats Staff 11. SHOP IV 11.12 Favorite Song: Only In My Dreams Favorite Group: Cutting Crew Jennifer Rose Brant ........... Jen Birthdate: 6 27 70 Track 9-12. Library Cadet 10-12, Equus 10-12, Hi-Times Staff 12, SHOP IV 11,12 Favorite Song: Time of My Life Favorite Group: George Michael Joy Benninghoff Rawn Best Debbie Bird Jenny Brant 3 Robert Gustave Brown II Auggie Birthdate: 10 18 69 Golf (Capt.) 9-12. Track 9.10. Na tlonal Honor Society 11,12. Versatility Club (V. Pres) 12. Academic Games 9. Favorite Song: I'm Not the One Favorite Group: The Cars Paul Howard Caldwell ....... Paulie Birthdate: 12 20 69 Football 9-12, Track 9-12, All-Team Tri-County Football Team 10-12. Favorite Song: I Want Your Sex. Favorite Group: Violent Femmes John Thomas Campbell III ................ Beard Birthdate: 11 21 69 Track 9-12. SHOP IV 11,12. Na tional Honor Society 11.12, N.H.S. President 12, Student of the Month 12, Versatility Club 12. Favorite Song: Smuggler's Blues Favorite Group: Run-DMC Darla Sue Collins.............. Dar Birthdate: 6 20 70 Track 11,12. Favorite Song: Shake A Leg Favorite Group: AC DC Jennifer Jean Crenshaw........ Cren Birthdate: 3 2 70 Basketball 9-12, Hoof beats Staff (sports editor) 11,12, Hi-Times Staff 12. SHOP IV 11,12, Hi-Times Staff 11,12. Favorite Song: Stand by Me Favorite Group: The Beatles Amy Jean Danielson ............ Aim Birthdate: 6 20 70 Vo-tech 11,12, Vo-Ag 9,10 Favorite Song: Sentimental Street Favorite Group: Night Ranger Jeffery Robert Davis.......... Jeff Birthdate: 8 2 70 Football 9,10. Favorite Song: The American Way Favorite Group: Lynyrd Skynyrd Rob Brown Christine Marie Dittrich.... Chris Birthdate: 2 9 70 Track 10,12, SHOP IV 11,12, Cheerleader 11, Mat Maid 10, Versatility Club 10,11. Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: U2 Paul Caldwell Amy Danielson John Campbell Jason Dawson 4 Juice Ann Dolan ................... Juls Birthdate: 6 27 70 Majorettes (Captain 11,12) Student Council (Vice Pres 12) 9-12, Class Secretary 10,12, Homecoming court 12, Hi-Times Staff 12 Favorite Song: Hard Habit To Break Favorite Group: Bryan Adams Diane Lynn Ealy ....................... Di Birthdate 7 18 70 Basketball 9,10. Volleyball 9. Track 9. Girls’ Basketball Statistician 11. Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: Stryper Becky Ann Flannery ............ Bee Birthdate: 1 20 70 Cheerleader 9-12, Class Play (sound crew) 11. SHOP IV 12. Favorite Song: So Emotional Favorite Group: George Michael Tania Olena Flynn ................ Birthdate: 1 2 70 Basketball 9,10, Volleyball 10. Ver satility Club 12. Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: INXS Steve Forrester Andrew Patrick French ....... Andy Pandy Birthdate: 11 16 69 Concert Band 9-12, Pep Band 9-12, Dixieland Band 9-12, Woodwind Ensemble 11,12, Marching Band 9-12, Jazz Band 9-12, Brass Quintet 12, Honors Band 12. All School Musical 11. Junior Class Play 11, Speech Team 9-12, Academic Games 12. Favorite Song: Tutti Fruitti Favorite Group: Little Richard Andrew French Candace Elaine Gerlach .... Candy Birthdate: 1 11 70 Matmaid 10, Hi-Times Staff 12. Favorite Song: Faithfully Favorite Group: Journey Ronald Hugh Gilkey.................. Birthdate: 9 12 70 Concert. Marching, and Jazz Band 9. Wrestling 9,10. Football 11.12. Track 9-12. Favorite Song: Hotel California Favorite Group: U2 Candy Gerlach Deana Guidace Eduardo Guadalupe Guerra ........... Eddie Birthdate: 9 22 68 Versatility Club 12. Ski Club 12. Foreign Exchange 12. Favorite Song: I Think We're Alone Now Favorite Group: Bon Jovl Deana Marie Guidace .................. Dee Birthdate: 11 7 69 Cheerleading 9-12. Marching Band 9. Danceline 9-11, Vo-tech 9-12 (Treasurer 11,12). Concert Band 9,12. Favorite Song: All Cried Out Favorite Group: Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam Ron Gilkey Ned Griffith Darrin Habel Betty Ann Grandy ............................ Bag Birthdate: 6 3 69 Cheerleader 9-12, Matmaid 9, Track 9. Dance-line 12. Vo-tech 10-12. Favorite Song: True Blue Favorite Group: Madonna Ned Ashley Griffith.......................... Ash Birthdate: 5 6 70 Football 9-12 (Capt 12). Basketball 9-12, Track 9-12 Capt. 12). National Honor Society 11,12 (V. Pres. 12). SHOP IV 12, Homecoming Court 12. Favorite Song: Cassanova Favorite Group: LL. Cool J. Betty Ann Grandy Joe Harrilla Darrin Habel ........................ Habe Birthdate: 11 2 69 Basketball 9. Track 9-12 (Treasurer 12), Football 10. Class President 10. Student Council 12, Homecoming Court 12. Jr. Class Play (Sound Crew) 11. Favorite Song: Billy Don’t Lose My Number Favorite Group: Genesis 6 Todd Harris Rodney Hawk James Hogue Stephen Hoover Todd Robert Harris Hooters Birthdate: 7 11 70 Basketball 9-12. Track 9-12. Football 9. Favorite Song: Pump Up the Volume Favorite Group: L.L. Cool J. Rodney James Hawk .......... Rod Birthdate: 10 13 69 Basketball 9.10. Track 9. 10. Football 9-11 Favorite Song: Summer Of 69 Favorite Group: Brian Adams Lori Renee Hedglin ............. Birthdate: 5 7 69 Favorite Song: Faithfully Favorite Group: Journey Tracy Renee Hoffman ........ Trac Birthdate: 11 17 69 Volleyball 11. Basketball 11-12. Versatility Club 12. Favorite Song: Twist and Shout Favorite Group: George Michael Tracy Hoffman Stephen William Hoover Hoov Birthdate: 4 24 70 Wrestling (Capt 11,12) 9-12 Cross Country (Capt. 11.12) 10,11, Football 9. Track (Capt. 11.12) 9-12, Junior Class Play 11. Homecoming Court 12. Favorite Song: Where the Streets Have No Name Favorite Group: U2 Holly Lynn Hovis .......... Hovel Birthdate: 12 19 69 Basketball 9. Track 9, Versatility Club 12. Ski Club 10-12, Jaa Band 9. Marching Band 9-12, Hoof beats Staff 12. Favorite Group: R.E.M. James Paul Humes...... Humsey Birthdate: 2 26 70 Track 9-12. Ski Club 10-12. Favorite Song: Money Favorite Group: The Beatles Lori Hedglin Donna Hile James Humes 7 Jeffrey Peter Jankovich ........................... Jank Birthdate: 7 22 70 Basketball 9 10, Football (Capt 12)912. Track 1012. Class President 11.12. National Honor Society (Secretary) 11,12, Versatility Club 12. SHOP IV 11,12. Favorite Song: Rock the Bells Favorite Group: L.L. Cool J. Kenneth Carl Jewell .............................. Kenny Birthdate: 2 14 70 Marching. Concert. Jazz. Dizieland Band 9-12, Pep Band 9-12, Wind Ensemble 11,12. All-School Musical 11. Class Paly 11, Versatility Club 12. Show Choir 11,12. Favorite Song: Graceland Favorite Group: Run DMC Kenneth Jewell Jeffrey Jankovich Marcia Kearns Tammy Keck Robert Sean Kaiser .............................. Kals Birthdate: 4 5 70 Basketball 12. National Honor Society. Favorite Song: In To the Night Favorite Group: Phil Collins Marcia Sue Kearns .............................. Marsh Birthdate: 7 15 69 Hoofbeats Staff 11.12, Hi-Times Staff 11. Speech Tearn 9-12 Favorite Song: Mony Mony Favorite Group: Phil Collins Scott Allen Koser .............. Rick Birthdate: 4 30 70 Favorite Song: In the Air Tonight Favorite Group: Pink Floyd Scott Koser Kevin Joseph Kubalic ............ Birthdate: 1 16 70 Wrestling 9-12, Track 9-12. Cross Country 12. Football 9-11. SHOP IV 11,12, Class Vice President 10. Favorite Song: Glory Days Favorite Group: Bruce Springsteen Kevin Kubalic 8 Daniel Ronald Kuhn ........ Danny Birthdate: 9 4 70 Marching Band 9-12, Band 9-12, Wind Ensemble 11,12, Pep Band 9,10, Show Choir 11,12, Jr. Class Play 11. All School Musical 11. Favorite Song: Tell It To My Heart Favorite Group: Beach Boys Thomas Richard Liston....... Thom Birthdate: 5 29 70 Football 9. Track 9,12, Hi Times Staff 12. Favorite Song: Jump Favorite Group: Van Halen Julianna Benidetta Macri ... Macky Birthdate: 12 27 69 Cheerleader 9,11, Danceline 12. Library Cadet (Treasurer Sec. 12). Favorite Song: Pop Goes the World Favorite Group: Billy Idol Melissa Lee Lapina ............ Missy Birthdate 8 17 70 SHOP IV 11. Versatility Club 11. Business Club 11, Hoofbeats Staff 12 Favorite Song: Living On a Prayer Favorite Group: Bon Jovl Melissa Lapina Daniel Kuhn Jacqueline Marie Magargee ...... Jackie Birthdate. 6 28 70 FFA (Secretary 10.11, President 12) 9-12, Student of the Month 11. Favorite Song: Hungry Eyes Favorite Group: Heart Blake Marquardt Mike Matthews Jacqueline Magargee 9 Mayra Mercado Mike Miller Bill Myers Trent Richard Maul ........ Mauler Birthdate: 7 9 70 Wrestling 9.10. Track 11. SHOP IV 11,12. Student Council (President 12) 11,12. Junior Class Play 11. Favorite Song: A Different Corner Favorite Group: The Beatles Mayra Mercado ................... Birthdate: 12 6 66 Dance Club 11. Track 12 Favorite Song: The Way You Make Me Feel Favorite Group: Air Supply Darren James McClave ........... Di Birthdate: 4 22 70 Track 10-12, Computer Club 11. Favorite Song: Fantasy Grl Favorite Group: .38 Special Douglas Jay Nagle ... Duke. Nages Birthdate: 11 12 69 Basketball 912. Track 10. Student Council 10. Class Vice-President 12. SHOP IV 11.12. National Honor So ciety 11,12, Homecoming Court 12. Student of the Month 12. Favorite Song: Celebration Favorite Group: Run DMC Mark Daniel McEwen ............... Birthdate 1 23 69 Vo-Tech 10-12. Track 9. Football 9 Favorite Song: Rocket Favorite Group: Def Leppard Kevin Neiswonger Wonger. Larry Birthdate 12 14 70 Marching Band 9-12, Concert £and 9-12, Jazz Band 9-12, Dixieland Band 9-12, Grad. Band 9-11, Wind Ensemble 11,12, Pep Band 9 2, Speech 9-12, Academic Games 12. Favorite Song: Pump Up The Volume Favorite Group: Boston Celtics 10 Michelle Oakes Tammy Oakes Brian Oehlbeck Norma Ondic Michelle Lynn Oakes....... Mitchell Birthdate: 4 22 70 Cheerleading 10-12, Versatility Club 11,12, Mat Maids 10. Hoofbeats Staff 11,12, Hi-Times Staff 11 Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: Bryan Adams Norma June Ondic .............. Nor Birthdate: 5 15 70 Business Club 11. Favorite Song: Love Hurts Favorite Group: Led Zeppelin Robert W. Paden ............. Rambo Birthdate: 12 5 69 Chorus 9-12. Favorite Song: Wipeout Favorite Group: Fat Boys Tammy Sue Oakes............. Oakies Birthdate: 7 9 70 Track 10,12, SHOP IV 11,12, Hoofbeats Staff 12, Hi-Times Staff 12 Favorite Song: Faith Favorite Group: Journey Darcie Rae O'Neill ............. Dare Birthdate: 3 10 70 Marching Band 9-12, Concert Band 9-12, Pep Band 9,10, Jazz Band 9,10. Class Officer 11. Jr Class Play 11. Equus Board of Editors 12, Ski Club 12. Speech 11,12, Versatility Club 12. Hoofbeats Staff 12. Wind Ensemble 11,12. Favorite Song: Push It Favorite Group: Violent Femmes Brian David Oehlbeck .............. Birthdate 10 23 69 Concert Band 9-12, Marching Band 9 12. Pep Band 10-12, Ja zz Band 12. Band President 12, Track 9-12, Equus Board of Editors 11. Favorite Song: Tonight Favorite Group: Genesis Kevin Joseph Orsinger ......... Ors Birthdate: 12 15 69 Basketball 9-12, Football 9, Track 10, Cross Country 10, Student Council 10. SHOP IV 11,12 Favorite Song: Jam On It Favorite Group: Run DMC Michelle Lee Pears ................................ Shell Birthdate 9 15 70 Library Cadet 9,10, Basketball Statistician 10,11. Track Statistician 11.12. SHOP IV 11.12. Versatility Club 11,12, Business Club 11. Favorite Song: Honestly Favorite Group: Kenny Marks Kathy Jo Peters ..................................... Jo Birthdate: 8 25 69 Vo-Tech 10-12, Chorus 9 Favorite Song: Good Vibrations Favorite Group: Beach Boys Kathy Jo Peters Michelle Pears Jody Phillips.......................................Joe Birthdate: 8 13 70 Concert Band 9,10, Marching Band 9-12, Vo-Tech 11.12. Favorite Song: Stairway to Heaven Favorite Group: Doors Steven John Podlaski ............................. Spud Birthdate 6 18 70 Basketball 9 12. Cross Country 9 12. Track 9-12. Na tional Honor Society 11.12. Favorite Song: A Day Without Me Favorite Group: U2 Jerry Pierce Steve Podloski Ron Rabold Scott Reagie Ronald Robert Rabold .............. Duke Birthdate: 2 27 70 FFA 9-12, United States Achievement Academy Award 10-12, Vice-President Mercer Crossroads Chapter FFA 12. Favorite Song: Give Love A Bad Name Favorite Group: Bon Jovi Scott Michael Reagie ............... Regs Birthdate: 11 24 69 Favorite Song: I Drink Alone Favorite Group: Van Halen Betty J. Redmond ................ Punkin Birthdate 3 26 70 Versatility Club 12. Favorite Song: Seasons Change Favorite Group: Heart Betty Redmond 12 April L Reeher ................ Ape Birthdate: 4 6 70 Basketball 9. Mat Maids 9,10, Vo-Tech 11,12, Student of the Month 12 Favorite Song: You Lost That Lovin’ Feeling Favorite Group: Survivor William David Richards....... Spud Birthdate: 10 6 69 Favorite Song: Here We Go Again Favorite Group: White Snake Brian Sean Riley ........... Buford Birthdate: 9 26 70 Hoof beats Staff 12. Favorite Song: Born To Be Wild Favorite Group: Ted Nugent Tera Lynn Reznor .......... Slic Tic Birthdate: 8 1 70 Concert Band 9-12, Marching Band 9 12, Jazz Band 10,12, Student of the Month 11. Versatility Club 12. Favorite Song: Check Out My Melody Favorite Group: L.L. Cool J. J Tera Reznor Tom Rust Todd Royle 13 J. Scott Slocum Kelly Slazinski James Scott Slocum........ Scott Birthdate: 3 1 69 Football 9, Wrestling 10, Student of the Month 11. All School Musical 11. Versatility Club 12. Favorite Song: No Sympathy Favorite Group: Bob Marley Annie Michelle Rynd ......... Rind Birthdate: 5 21 70 Cheerleader 9-12, Chorus 9.10,12 (President 12) Show Choir 10-12, Academic Games 9,10, Jr. Class Play 11. SHOP IV 11,12 Versatility Club 12. Favorite Song: I’m On Fire Favorite Group: Bruce Springsteen Wendy Schlosser ............ Slosh Birthdate: 10 9 70 Libray Cadet 9. Student of the Month 12. Favorite Song: I’m Glad I Married You Favorite Group: David Soul Michael Paul Shaffer....... Shifty Birthdate: 12 7 68 Band 9, Track 9,10. Favorite Song: Renegade Favorite Group: Styx Annie Rynd Pamela Kelly Slazinski .......... Kel Birthdate: 10 9 70 National Honor Society 11,12, Mar ching Band 9-12, Concert Band 9-12. Pep Band 10,12, Wind Ensem ble 11,12, Show Choir 11. Band Treasurer 11. SHOP IV 11,12, Honor Band 11. Favorite Song: Candle In the Wind Favorite Group: Tiffany Debbie Smith Jennifer Lynn Sansom ........ Moony Birthdate: 2 28 70 Chorus 9, Cheerleading 11, Vo-Tech 10,11. Favorite Song: Could Have Been Favorite Group: The Jets Jennifer Sansom Wendy Schlosser 14 Richard Spaulding Richard Alan Spaulding ............ Birthdate: 1 30 70 Vo-Tech 11.12 Favorite Song: Slippery When Wet Favorite Group: Eton Jovi Jennifer Stiffy Jennifer Ann Stiffy ........... Sis Birthdate: 11 19 68 Chorus 9. Favorite Song: You’ll Never Be One Again Favorite Group: Alabama Ai'Lishia Lugna Taylor........ Lish Birthdate: 3 9 70 Marching Band 9,10, Pep Band 9.10.12, Concert Band 9,10, Track 9.12, Basketball 10, Versatility Club 12. Show Choir 10,12, Chorus 9-12 (Officer 11,12). Favorite Song: Rock With Me Tonight Favorite Group: Prince Kelly Taylor Kelly Jo Taylor ................ Kel Birthdate: 3 9 70 Chorus 9 11. SHOP IV 11,12 Favorite Song: The Search Is Over Favorite Group: The Jets Melissa Urey Melissa Ann Urey............... Mis Birthdate: 5 2 70 Basketball Statistician 9. Volleyball 10,11, Hi Times Staff 11,12, Hoof beats Staff 11,12, Versatility Club 12. SHOP IV 12. Favorite Song: In Too Deep Favorite Group: Genesis Amy Diane Wamboldt ............ Aim Birthdate 7 1 70 National Honor Society 11,12 (Trea-surer 12) Wrestling Statistician 9-12, Marching Band 9-12, Concert Band 9-12, Pep Band 9,10, Track 9-12. Academic Games 9. SHOP IV 11.12 Favorite Song: Friends Favorite Group: Bruce Springsteen 15 Brian Warner Barbara Weaver Diane Weikal James Williams Brian Keith Warner ........ Sticks Birthdate: 11 25 69 Marching Band 9-12, Concert Band 9-12. Dixieland Band 10-12 Pep Band 9-12. Jazz Band 9-12, Percus sion Ensemble 9-12. Favorite Song: Raise Your Hands Favorite Group: Bon Jovi Barbara Lynn Weaver ........ Peeper Birthdate: 2 5 70 Volleyball 9-11. Favorite Song: Can’t Fight This Feeling Favorite Group: Chicago Diane Ruth Weikal .............. Di Birthdate: 6 4 70 Cheerleading 9,10,12. Danceline 11. Class Secretary 11. Track 9.10, Student Council 9,12, (Secretary-Treasurer 12) Homecoming Queen 12. Favorite Song: Hungry Eyes Favorite Group: Expose 16 Senior Class Officers: Julee Dolan. Secretary; Debbie Bird, Treasurer; Doug Nagle. Can a woodchuck chuck wood? Vice President; Jeff Jankovich. President. 18 Senior Superlatives Most Talkative: Betty Ann Grandy. Kevin Neiswonger Best in Music: Tera Reznor. Andy French Biggest Airhead: Tina Stowers. Dan Kuhn Laziest: Mike Kehoe (Not pictured: Carol Zurasky) Most Likely to be Married First: Betty Redmond, Kevin McElrath Ugliest Car: Mike Miller, Jackie Magargee C Biggest Class Cutter: John Greggs (Not pictured: Missy Urey) 20 Biggest Eater: Kevin Neiswonger. Becky Flannery Shortest: Trent Maul, Wendy Schlosser, Tallest: Sean Kaiser, Tracy Hoffman Messiest Locker: Scott Andrews (Not pictured: Ai’Lishta Taylor) Boy John Campbell Rod Hawk Paul Caldwell Bart Ohr Kevin Orsinger Scott Andrews Kevin Kubalic Joe Harrilla Jason Dawson Darrin Habel Andy French Kevin Orsinger John Campbell Darren McClave Joe Harrilla Darrin Habel Joel Bartolone Joel Bartolone Scott Andrews Blake Marquardt John Campbell Sean Kaiser Ned Griffith Jason Dawson Blake Marquardt Kevin Neiswonger Todd Harris Jeff Davis Kevin Neiswonger 21 V-V.-Si Best Dressed: Steve Hoover. Diane Weikal Girl Kelly Slazinski Kathy Jo Peters Debbie Bird Barb Weaver Marcia Kearns Ai’Lishia Taylor Carol Zurasky Tera Reznor Darcie O’Neill Carol Zurasky Marcia Kearns Monica Baker Kelly Slazinski Jennifer Sansom Carol Zurasky Monica Baker Rawn Best Amy Wamboldt Ai’Lishia Taylor Tera Reznor Annie Rynd Jennifer Crenshaw Heidi Adams Darcie O’Neill Tera Reznor Becky Flannery Debbie Bird Annie Rynd Missy Urey Prettiest: Smile: Julee Dolan. Steve Hoover Other Superlatives: Most Likely to Succeed: Worst Driver: Best Driver: Prettiest Eyes: Most Courteous: Best Teller of Tales: Best Athletics: Best Dancer: Wittiest: Most Courageous Outgoing: Best in Drama Friendliest Hardest Worker: Shyest: Best Built: Biggest Flirt: Most Sincere: Most Organized: Most Disorganized: Most Changed: Most Dependable: Craziest Walk: Biggest Complainer: Best Sense of Humor: Most “Cool’’: Most School Spirit: Best Legs: Most Interesting Extra curricular activity: Biggest Gossiper: Brainiest: Kelly Slazinski, John Campbell “Leave me alone!” Rod, Blake, Mable. Darrin, and Jason. ‘D’ and The Nicker’; friends forever! The Senior Section is sponsored by Abey Photography. 1 don’t feel good. Can 1 go to the nurse’s office? Me and my buddy. Graduating Class of 1988 Graduation for the class of 1988 was held on June 3rd in the Mercer Area High School auditorium. It was a day most graduating seniors will never forget. The speaker was Dr. Oscar E. Remick, president of Westminster College. Mr. Wayne McCullough, president of the School Board made the remarks. When asked about their last year in high school, most expressed opinions similar to these: Scott Andrews said, “It was a good year. I’m happy to get on with my future.” Holly Hovis said. “It was fun while it lasted.” Let's thank God we graduated Up. Down. Up. Down . . . 23 Who invented these caps anyway? A Graduates look on to the future YES I'm happy to graduate Gosh, is this speech boring Well, this is it — We are out of here! I certainly hope I get my diploma I bet you're really happy to see me go I wonder what Darcie is thinking about 25 Senior Awards Award Donor Recipient Award Donor Recipient Senior Athletic Award Athletic Booster Club Senior Athletes Mercer Educational Asso- Amy Wamboldt Wilbur Rhoades ciation Athletic Memorial Award Award V.F.W Jeff Jankovich Journalism Awards Journalism Dept. Jim Williams U.S. Marine Corp. Steve Forrester Distinguished Quill Scroll Awards Quill Scroll Society Jim Williams Athletic Steve Forrester Award U.S. Marine Corp Jeff Jankovich Jeff Donald Memorial Rob Brown U.S. Army Reserve Award Scholarship Recruiting station Steve Podlaski National Honor Society Ned Griffith j; Jennifer Bahr Scholarship Kelly Slazinski Athletic All-Star Mercer Hall Of Fame John Campbell James Patterson MemorialDonor John Campbell Award Scholarships Ned Griffith Jennifer Bahr Doug Nagle SRU Academic Book SRU John Campbell James Patterson Lan- Donor Todd Alexander Award guage Most valuable speaker Speech Coach Jason Dawson Awards (German) Award Monica Baker Jeff Jankovich Speech service Award Speech Society Andy French (French) Speech Scholarship Speech Society Marcia Kerns John Campbell Health Careers Award B.P W. Club Doug Nagle (Spanish) Business Education B P W. Club Tammy Oakes Science Dept. Award Bausch lomb Optical John Campbell Award Art Achievement Award Mercer Rotary club Blake Marquardt Student of the Year B.P.W. Club John Campbell Evelyn McGhee Award Donor Kelly Taylor Award National School Choral Vocal Dept. Annie Rynd American Legion Post No. 159 Diane Weikal Award Service Industrial Arts Award Reznor Wendy Schlosser Awards Trent Maul Luke Koenig Award Donor Ron Rabold Optimist Scholarship Optimist Club Steve Forrester Gordon Livinspire Donor Karol Beahm Social Studies Award Mercer Women’s John Campbell Memorial Award Ken Jewell Club Elks Student Of the Elks John Campbell Dramatics Award Mercer Womens Club Marcia Kearns Year Award Amy Wamboldt Public Service Award Mercer Womens Club Annie Rynd Dekalb Agricultural Dekalb Research Jackie Magargee Library Cadet Award Mercer Womens Club Kelly Yurcich Accomplishment Award Mercer Area Jaycees Mercer Jaycees Julee Dolan Senior Band Members Band dept. Senior Members Fraternal Order of Police Fraternal Order Police Jennifer Crenshaw John Phillip Sousa Award Band Dept. Kelly Slazinski Scholarship Award Louis Armstrong Jazz Band Dept. Karol Beahm Good Citizenship Award D A R John Campbell Award United Steelworkers U.S. Steelworkers Sean Kaiser Student Council Honors Student Council Members Scholarship Certificates Listen up underclassmen! Who us; Eat school lunches? Writing another note Carol? MO w A Thorn between two roses. Where’s your hall pass John? Another Fine Season! The boy’s Cross Country Team had one of the best years ever in Mercer history. The boys ended the year with five invitational championships. These included the Pitt. Central Catholic, Neshannock, Sharon, Tri-County, and the County meet. The boys ended the dual meet season 8-0. They also went on to finish second at the district meet to North East. At the State meet the team finished third. The team is graduating four seniors. They are senior captains: Steve Forrester, Steve Hoover, Steve Podlaski, Jim Williams. Senior Steve Podlaski stated, “Overall it was a very good season. We had hoped to do better at districts and states, but an undefeated season and third in the state is nothing to complain about. The girls had a full team for the first time ever in Mercer history. They finished with a 2-3 record. They had no seniors on the team. They finished 5th in the county and 11th in the district. They had a fine first season and should look to be very competitive next year. Front row I to r: Sharon Brucker, Ron Bittler, Steve Fulks, Aaron Gawne, Jack Grandy, Eric McKay, Chris McKay, Rob Bittler, Carrie Sipe. Back row: Courtney Griffith, Shawn McClearn. Steve Forrester. Steve Hoover. Steve Podlaski, John Stephens. Ervin Myers, Jim Williams. Suzanne Forrester. Senior • Steve Forrester Senior - Steve Hoover Senior • Steve Podlaski Senior - Jim Williams GIRLS Mercer 28 Kennedy Christian 27 Mercer 26 Greenville 29 Mercer 25 Slippery Rock 30 Mercer 38 Sharon 21 Mercer 36 Grove City 19 Tri-County 5th County 5th Districts 11th 'Cross Country is scored by adding the scores of the top five runners. (First place gets one point; second place gets two points, etc.) Low score wins. BOYS Mercer ... ... 15 Reynolds 50 Mercer .. ... 15 Commodore Perry 50 Mercer ... ... 15 Hickory 47 Mercer 15 Kennedy Christian 45 Mercer ... ... 15 Greenville 44 Mercer 17 Slippery Rock 43 Mercer ... ... 17 Sharon 42 Mercer 22 Grove City 34 County Meet ............ 1st District 10............. 2nd State Finals............ 3rd Coach • Jim Waldorf Where is the other team? Getting excited before a race 31 Y B A L L The team gathers for instructions. Varsity ’87 We They Kennedy Christian 2 0 Sharpsville 0 2 West Middlesex 0 2 Jamestown 2 0 Greenville 2 0 Hickory 2 1 Grove City 0 2 Sharon 2 1 Reynolds 1 2 Hickory 2 1 Grove City 0 2 Greenville 2 1 Sharon 2 0 Reynolds 2 0 Next time bring your uniform. Jay! Varsity team • Amy King, Jeni Bromley. Marcie Adams. Becky D’Onofrio. Laurie risher, Beth Borowicz, Gina Scarsella, Coach Renee Miletta. The biggest obstacle that the Volleyball team had to face during he season was the lack of seasoned varsity players. Coach Renee Milletta felt that the season was both a great growing and learn-ng experience for the team. The Mercer dancing volleybaliettes. Captains: Gina, Beth and Laurie The team finished the season with 8 wins and 6 loses which lelped them to achieve a spot in the playoffs. J.V. Team - Misty Bentley. Jen Birch. Jay Maun, Debbie Moore. Deb Chess. Michelle Jacket, Jeni Bromley, Chris Zurasky, Alicia Urey. 33 Shane teeing off on the tenth tee. L. to R. Shane Hofius. Jason Greggs. Rob Brown, Jamie Sansom. Aaron Cook, and Coach Borowicz 34 Despite not winning a match, the Mercer High Golf Team showed a few bright spots. Shane Hofius and Jamie Sansom both finished the year with marked improvements, and senior Rob Brown had an excellent season. Rob had an average of 41 and did well in the District Ten Golf Tournament, finishing in the top fifteen after the first day. He shot an 82-89. “I had a lot of fun this year, and I’m very happy with my performance,’ he said. “Fore!” “Has anyone seen my ball?” Senior • Rob Brown Jr. Varsity and Jr. High Football Brian Caldwell anticipates disaster. Mercer players wait to get in the game. Baker takes a break from the game. Jr. Varsity Jr. High Mercer 0. . 28 Laurel Mercer 0. . 0 Mohawk Mercer 8. . 0 Mohawk Mercer 0. .20 Wilmington Mercer 0. . 13 Wilmington Mercer 2. .46 Farrell Mercer 0. . 14 Farrell Mercer 12. .38 Shenango Mercer 6. . 38 Hickory Mercer 0. 42 Slippery Rock Mercer 14. .28 Shenango Mercer 8. .12 Neshannock Mercer 7.. . 14 Neshannock Mercer 8. .38 Laurel Froat row: Bill Gregory. Ryan Hoffman, Joel Ohr. Rob Pnrilrr, Haalh Bachtol. Jake J.V. players express their enjoyment of the bus ride. Angermcier. Chris Myars, Mike Rotr Middle row: Tyson Baker. Enc Ainaly. Mike Huff. Jamie Speer, Don Templeton, Jeff Simpson. Andy Gerda. John Rea Top row: Rob Hid brader. Km Peppered. Wally Evans. Sean Connedy. Dan Templeton 35 Football 1987 Scoreboard Mercer 13 . . 41 Hickory Mercer 0 . 27 Laurel Mercer 0 . 19 Mohawk Mercer 8 . 39 Wilmington Mercer 0 . 12 Farrell Mercer 6 . 27 Union Mercer 0 . . 27 Cornell Mercer 8 . 36 Shenango Mercer 10 . . 7 Neshannock Mercer 24 12 West Middlesex Back row: Chris Lait, Jim Edmonds, Dan King, Scott McClay, Brian Caldwell, Keith Dolan, Robert Rotz, James Hamilton, Tim Stainbrook. Doug Angeletti, Gregg Postage. Middle: Mike Palmer, Andy Mills. Dan McCoy, Mike Sagulla, Larry Boggs, Joe Gaston, Rob Kennis, Jerry Gawne. John Angermeier, Dave Smith. Bill Chess, Shawn Brucker. Jason Baker. Robert Rose, Larry Fleming (manager). Front row: Ron Gilkey, Bart Orr, Dave Vallely, Paul Caldwell, Kevin Kubalic, Ned Griffith, Joe Parrilla, Scott Andrews, Jeff Jankovich. Robert has one for the road to put out the flames of defeat. Seniors 36 Scott Andrews Joe Harrilla Jeff Jankovich Bart Orr Paul Caldwell Ned Griffith Dave Vallely Unfortunately, the above picture of Rob Kennis, starting QB, portrays the general mood of the 1987 football season at Mercer. Under Mr Mike Kennis' coaching, the team finished the season with a 2 and 10 record. The picture above, as well as the other candid pictures in this section, were taken at our Homecoming game against Farrell. It was a tough game for our guys as they faced one of the toughest teams iwthis area, but they played well, and made a good showing on defense. But. we lost 12 to 0. f Coach Kennis confers with a higher authority • up In the booth that is. Junior Mike Palmer cheers on the team from the sideline. Larry gives this guy a better look at the ground and “steals his hopes of scoring. 38 WRESTLING: The Best We Can Be! Your squashing my nose! Stephen hood his merry men of Mercerham. Captains: Steve Hoover, Kevin Kubalic, and Jerry Gawne Front Row: Rusty Sowers. J.R. Moury, Chris McKay. Ryan Hoffman. Eric McKay. Ervin Myers. Jay Wy!ie. Row 2: Chris Cole. Steve Hoover. Chris Myers. Dan King. Jack Grandy. Kevin Kubalic. Back Row: Coach Mount. Rob Rose. Chris Adams. Eric Hogue. Coach DeGraff. Jerry Gawne. Heath Bechtol. Bill Chess. Coach Fiorenza The Wrestling team had a very good year. The team finished the season with an 11-5-1 duel meet record. The team finished a strong 3rd at Sections. The team qualified 9 wrestlers to the District 10 tournament. This is the most ever in Mercer history. Seniors Steve Hoover and Kevin Kubalic, along with freshman Eric McKay, won 1st place at Sections. Eric McKay, Kevin Kubalic, and Jerry Gawne went to Regionals with Gawne placing 3rd and qualifying for the State championships. The Mustang wrestlers ended the season with some fine records. Jerry Gawne (31-8) Kevin Kubalic (29-3) Eric McKay (26-7) Steve Hoover (24-4-1) Ervin Myers (22-11) Chris McKay (21-9) Jack Grandy (20-13) This page sponsored by WALTER S. KING. Pharmacist Senior Kevin Kubalic looks for the pin. Mercer .... .... 32 Franklin 30 Mercer .... .... 30 Maplewood 30 Mercer .... .... 45 Cochranton 18 Mercer .... .... 39 Lakeview 24 Mercer .... .... 43 Oil City 18 Mercer .... .... 58 Sharpsville 12 Mercer .... .... 15 Reynolds 45 Mercer .... .... 32 Sagertown 24 Mercer .... .... 51 Jamestown 16 Mercer .... .... 31 Grove City 32 Mercer .... .... 30 C.P 29 Mercer .... .... 19 Hickory 41 Mercer .... .... 22 Kennedy Chris 35 Mercer .... .... 48 Sharon 21 Mercer .... .... 28 Cranberry 29 Mercer .... .... 41 Greenville 18 Mercer .... .... 54 Rocky Grove 6 Senior Steve Hoover '‘squeezes out the win! 0 t ■ o What did you call me? Junior Varsity Wrestling Team Record Mercer 18 Franklin 22 Mercer 18 Maplewood 6 Mercer 23 Cochranton 0 Mercer 14 Lakeview 11 Mercer 15 Oil City 12 Mercer 3 Reynolds 24 Mercer 9 Saegertown 3 Mercer 8 Commodore Perry 21 Mercer 5 Hickory 27 Mercer 14 Kennedy Christian 11 Mercer 6 Cranberry 29 Mercer 13 Greenville 6 Mercer 30 Grove City 6 Bill, arc you getting fresh with him?” Concentration • a must in the world of wrestling. The 1987-88 Junior Varsity wrestling team ended this season with 8 wins and 5 losses. Coach Eric Mount said, “The wrestlers have gained some good experience and should do well on varsity as long as they keep up the hard work and drive to improve themselves both physically and mentally.” Also, sophomore Chris Cole said, “We had a good coach this year. He took us a long way. I think the team will do much better next year because we got a lot of experience this year.” The team members are Jay Wylie, Shane Grandy, Chris Cole, Rusty Stowers. J.R. Moury, Dan King, Bill Chess.and Chris Adams. 41 Junior High Wrestling The unescapable headlock The 1987-88 Junior High wrestling team ended the season with 6 wins, 8 losses, and 1 tie match. Coach Joe Fiorenzo said, “The team started out slowly, but they improved greatly and did a fine job.” The team members are Jason Davis, Shawn King, Leigh Allen, Seth Court, David Metheney, Mike Berger, Tom Jenkins, Joel Ohr, and Jamie Speer. Simon says roll over! Hey, did you hear the one about . .?” Girls Basketball Members of the 1987-88 Lady M Varsity team are as follows: Front. Linda Amon. Lisa Amon. Jennifer Crenshaw. Jennifer Bahr, Christine Adams. Back. Coach Neely. Jenny Berger, Carrie Sipe, Beth Borowicz. Tracy Hoffman. Carol Zurasky. Gina Scarsella. Lori Fisher, and Coach Monahan. Coaches: Cecil Neely and Tina Monahan “I forgot the punchline! The Mighty Mercer Lady M’s advanced to the Western Regional Quarter Finals this year. They were coached by Mr. Cecil Neely. The girls ended their season with a record of 13 and 10. “We did much better this year than a lot of people expected,” stated senior Jennifer Bahr, “And I am sure that next years team will go really far. Good Luck!” Carol Zurasky lead the team with high score Gina Scarsella and Carol Zurasky lead the team in rebounds. Gina Scarsella lead in assists. And Tracy Hoffman received honorable mention. 'Swish!” 43 BASKETBALLBASKETBALLBASKETBALL Jennifer Bahr You are Healed! Uh, excuse me!” Wait. I can't fly! Scoreboard Mercer 52 Sharpsville 50 Mercer 54 Kennedy 46 Mercer 56 Lakeview 44 Mercer 48 Jamestown 35 Mercer 43 Kennedy 44 Mercer 65 Middlesex 17 Mercer 37 Franklin 42 Mercer 45 Lakeview 41 Mercer 43 Sharpsville 46 Mercer 61 Middlesex 37 Mercer 61 Greenville 42 Mercer 54 Comm. Perry 36 Mercer 37 Sharon 61 Mercer 39 Hickory 58 Mercer 48 Slippery Rock 38 Mercer 61 Reynolds 38 Mercer 51 Grove City 74 Mercer 56 Sharon 59 Mercer 41 Hickory 43 Mercer 57 Slippery Rock 47 Mercer 73 Reynolds 44 Mercer 37 Grove City 51 Playoffs Mercer 53 N. East 49 Mercer 48 St. Bens 60 Mercer 61 Girard 44 Mercer 40 Karns City 44 Mercer 44 Carlynton 63 Joined at the hips. Junior High Girls Basketball SCORE BOARD TEAM Us-them Reynolds 28-12 Grove City 28-26 Sharon 18-10 Hickory 17-28 Greenville 27-19 Sharpsville 30- 7 Reynolds 19-14 West Middlesex 24- 4 Grove City 19-32 Sharon 32- 9 Jamestown 43-24 Greenville 30-17 West Middlesex 25-15 Hickory 23-33 Sharpsville 36-18 First Row: Joey Slater. Lindsay Palmer. Amy McFadden. Lori Schwanbeck. Jessica Yakela, Marci King. Dana Marsh. Second Row: Laurel Oliver. Robyn Gerda, Heidi Greer. Joanna Wanchic. Susan Anderson, Becky Herrick, and Michelle Urey 45 Junior Varsity Girls’ Basketball Score Board Team Us-Them Lakeview 23-28 Sharpsville 27-16 W. Middlesex 37- 8 Greenville 24-30 Commodore Perry 36-24 Sharon 29-32 Hickory 21-35 Slippery Rock 45-29 Reynolds 35-37 Grove City 35-37 Sharon 28-32 Hickory 32-35 Slippery Rock 45-18 Reynolds 35-34 Grove City 25-23 First row: Lori Cameron. Nicole Bahr, Kelly Gill. Jennifer Birch. Deb Chess, and Michelle Jackal; Second row: Lori Dittrich, Lisa Amon, Jenny Berger. Beth Borowicz. Carrie Sipe, Laurie Fisher. Christine Adams. 46 Beth imitating the Statue of Liberty Jump shot! 1987-88 Varsity Boys Basketball Team The 1987-88 Varsity Boys Basketball Team completed a very successful season with a record of 18-12 with many of those losses coming against larger schools. The team placed second in the District 10 playoffs and then made it to the Western Regional semifinals in the state playoffs. Senior captain Douglas Nagle stated, “This 1987-88 basketball season was a very successful one. as we made it to the Western Regional semifinal game. We made it far because the team worked hard, but we also had very much fun. The Mustangs led the County in 3-point shooting and were led by Ron Bittler and Nagle. Junior guard Rob Bittler VARSITY TEAM - Front: Ron Bittler. J. Baker. Rob Bittler. K. Orsinger Back: T. Harris. N. Griffith. S. Kaiser. L Boggs, S. Podlaski. D. Nagle. Varsity Coach Dave Cook. Mercer 81 Wilmington Mercer 72 Sharpsville Mercer 69 West Middlesex Mercer 65 Kennedy Christian Mercer 85 Lakeview Mercer 59 Franklin Mercer 79 Northeast Mercer 56 Franklin Mercer 52 George Junior Mercer 51 Sharpsville Mercer 47 West Middlesex Mercer 45 Kennedy Christian Mercer 59 Greenville Mercer 52 Maplewood Mercer 71 Slippery Rock Mercer 48 Sharon Mercer 75 Reynolds Mercer 56 Grove City Mercer 73 Slippery Rock Mercer 53 Sharon Mercer 59 Hickory Mercer 109 Reynolds Mercer 74 Grove City Mercer 61 Hickory PLAYOFFS Mercer 64 Saegertown Mercer 58 Fairview Mercer 64 Girard Mercer 90 Ridgeway Mercer 77 Carlynton Mercer 61 Brentwood “Playing above the rim. SENIORS: Kevin Orsinger, Todd Harris, Ned Griffith, Sean Kaiser. Steve Podlaski and Douglas Nagle. 1987-88 Varsity Boys Basketball Team Ors playing tough D”. J.V. Basket Ball J. Hiles, R Gregory. C. Lait. A. Cook. R Gilkey, T. Carr, K. Postage. J. Gaston, D Schmid, J Stephens. K Zacherl The Junior Varsity basketball team ended their season with an overall record of twelve wins and eleven losses. Head coach John Borowicz stated, “The team came further than what I had expected. Overall, it was a very successful year. Also, Joe Gaston and Jason Baker expressed their views on the season, saying, “It was a great year and all the younger guys gained some experience. Coach Borowicz did a great job.” Wilmington Sharpsville Middlesex Kennedy Lakeview Franklin Girard Girard George Jr. Sharpsville Middlesex Kennedy Greenville Maplewood S. Rock Sharon Hickory Reynolds Grove City S. Rock Sharon Hickory Reynolds Grove City we they 55 48 35 51 41 49 34 31 47 40 55 66 41 44 29 54 60 65 47 56 43 52 46 39 49 39 55 39 49 43 45 61 55 54 75 69 57 65 50 42 57 65 62 66 66 45 56 70 High Five! 50 Junior High Basketball Front Row: Rocky Eaton. Robert Dolata. Kris Pepperell. Matt Zirwas Back Row: Sean Connelly. Chris Ellis, Doug Shipton. Brad Haniak, John Flynn Front Row: Aron Gawne. Mark McElrath. Bill Gregory. Trent Harris. Bruce Wamboldt Back Row: Chip Filer. Jamie Sansom, Craig Shepherd. Brian Hartley. Paul Fedorchak, John Ulmer. Dave Desuta, Joe De- Another year is over and it ended with a record of fourteen wins and only four losses. The team was led by head coach Dan Weikal. Coach Weikal shares his views of the past season: “The players put in a lot of hard work and effort. They were undefeated in the South Division of the Mercer County League suta Wilmington we 63 Sharpsville 40 Middlesex 35 Kennedy 39 Sharpsville 36 Middlesex 36 Kennedy 40 Greenville 37 Slippery Rock 53 Sharon 43 Hickory 51 Reynolds 52 Grove City 40 Slippery Rock 47 Sharon 52 Hickory 46 Reynolds 61 Grove City 44 they 44 27 38 32 18 43 50 38 22 40 37 31 18 30 49 31 21 36 51 CO c u rt3 0) O CO Sh The Mustang Mens’ Track Team once again was a superior force at the Pennsylvania State Meet The 3200 meter relay team, which had previously captured the District 10 Championship, ran to a second place silver medal with a time of 8:02.0. The relay competitors were seniors. Steve Hoover. Steve Podlaski. Steve Forrester, and junior Chuck Platt. Alternates were Ned Griffith and Jim Williams. Another medal winner for the Mercer squad was Eric O’Brien, a sophomore javalin thrower. Eric awed the crowd at the District 10 Meet, enabling him to be the top seed in Pennsylvania. His 194’9 throw at states entitled Eric to the 4th place medal State Track Stars . . . The 1988 State Medalists Senior Kevin Kubalic also represented Mercer in the pole vault Kevin entered the competition possessing numerous records, including the Mercer High School record, the Hickory Stadium record, and the Greenville Stadium and Greenville Invitational records. A 1987 second place finish in the TAC National Meet is also credited to Kevin. At States. Kevin placed 9th with a 13'0' vault. One of the most noted athletes in Mercer track history also competed in the 1988 state coinpetiton. Senior Steve Forrester, the District champion in the 1600 meter run. finished 9th with a time of 4.32.0. In addition Steve also holds the school record in this event. The honorable distinction of being the all-time high scorer in Mercer High School Track and Field history belongs to this talented member of the Class of 1988. Mercer’s train ’rounds the track for a warm-up. Mercer 90 Kennedy 60 Mercer 115 George Junior 35 Mercer 90 Lakeview 60 Mercer 98 Slippery Rock 52 Mercer 141 Sharon 8 Mercer 88 Reynolds 47 Mercer 120 Hickory 30 Mercer 96 Grove City 54 First Place: Fort Pitt Invitational Fairview Invitational Tri-County Invitational Mercer JC’s Invitational District 10 Meet The 1988 Mercer Men’s Track Team set a total of 26 School records this season. The team also has a total of thirty-eight dual meet wins (Four consecutive years undefeated). “It has been eight years since we’ve lost a home meet,’’ stated head coach Mark Hannay. The season was also one of great importance to the 1988 seniors, — they’ve never lost a meet! The team holds 12 invitational championships over the past four years, three district championships, ’86, 87, ’88. This is also the seventh year the teams won the Tri-County League Championship. How far can he really throw that? This race is in the bag. This page sponsored by WALTER S. KING PHARMACY Coach Tim Manes and Roger Kingdom. Kevin amazes Dan and Scott. Olympic Gold medalist teaches techniques. , $£•; . .7T BRS Are your legs and baton getting heavy, Steve? State Qualifiers warming up. Watch you don’t trip over the hurdle! Seniors: Ned Griffith, Todd Royle, Todd Harris, Steve Hoover, Steve Podlaski. Second Row: Todd Alexander. John Campbell, Jim Williams. Matt Neeley. Jeff Jankovich. Third Row: Kevin Kubaiic, Paul Caldwell. Tom Liston. Steve Forrester. Brian Oelbeck. Fourth Row: Ron Gllky, Jim Humes. 1988 PA State Meet Qualifiers Senior Soeedster Paul. 55 The Mercer Girls Track Team worked very hard throughout the season. They showed Spirit and pride for their school. Junior Tracy Magargee says, “The season was fun, even though our record didn’t show it; we worked hard and worked together as a team.” i ' jmr ' 7 mi S i I Front row Amy Olrver Beth Borowtcr. Tracy Magarge . Tammy McConnel. Daria Cofbns. Mayra Mercado. Juke MariacSrr Missy Pmk. Second Row Missy Richardson. Lon Cameron. Michelle Jackal. Debt Chets. Laura Neely. Erin Shtrley. Third Row Michelle Larocca. Mitly Bentley. Jennifer Birch. Kristy Rlhel. Suian Forrester. Carrie Sip . Tina Trepasao. Debbie Lewis, Fourth Row Ann AUegar. A'Lishia Taylor. Gna Scarsella. Shelley Gay. Kim McFadden. Carrie Lewis. Fifth Row Becky D'onofrto. Robin Palmer. Anessa Brown. Tab King. Debbie Tom son. Debbie Moore. Vicky Penrungton “It’s been a hard day Relax, take your time. Mercer 86 Kennedy Christian 54 103 Villa Maria 36 43 Lakeview 98 68 Slippery Rock 73 48 Sharon 93 49 Reynolds 92 38 Hickory 103 32Grove City 103Vfc Girls Track 56 It’s only one mile Look Mom. I’m flying A backbend In the air?” “Head coach Mrs Becky Factor and Assistant coach Miss Kelly Travers 57 Is that one lap or two 58 Hurry up What?” “I Can’t hear Cheerleading This page is sponsored by TODAY’S HAIR The Jr. High cheerleading squads were busy this year with many activities. They sold raffle tickets to pay for their cheerleading jackets and this year they attended Elite cheerleading camp. During the school year, they make locker signs for the boys and gave candy. They also placed 2nd in the Jaycees tournament. “Overall, I would have to say my first year as advisor was enjoyable. The girls worked really hard and did a super job.” said first year cheerleading advisor Mr. Carolyn Bleggi. Jr High showing their stuff! Mrs. Carolyn Bleggi. Advisor. From Top: Kerri O’Neill. Danelle Englehart, Carrie Radi, Jessica Yakola. and Marci King. Top Right: Peggy Thompson. Lori Marquardt. Christine Lettieri. Kelly McCoy. Beth Calvin. Jill Cunningham, and Crystal Pearson. J.V. Cheerleaders You put your right foot out . . . The Junior Varsity squad had a great time this year. They enjoyed going to the J.V. football games on Mondays and cheering at the home Varsity football games on Fridays. Basketball season brought along Tuesday and Friday night games. At these games the J.V. squad got to support the J.V. and Varsity teams. Sophomore Linda McCracken stated, “We worked really hard this year and had fun and enjoyed supporting the teams.” I'm so excited!! Where are Linda and Betty? Top Lt Dana Parnell. Leslie Lawton. Crystal Zysk, Betty Krauss. Tabatha Hunter. Linda McCracken. Sandy Wiercin-ski Varsity Cheerleading SENIORS: Annie Rynd, Deana Guidace. Diane Weikal. Becky Flannery. Monica Baker. Michelle Oakes. Left to Right: Diane Weikal. Amy Hovls. Becky Flannery. Deb Bradley. Annie Rynd. Donna Kramer. Michelle Oakes. Deana Guidace, Monica Baker. Juniors Up Front. 1987-88 was another year full of activities for the varsity cheerleaders. Busy with homecoming and senior recognition for basketball and football. Cheerleading advisor Miss Amy Calder states: “The year was extremely exciting and enjoyable!” the Cheerleaders were led by co-captains Becky Flannery and Diane Weikal. There goes the diet!! 61 Girls’ Basketball Wrestling Cheerleaders Wrestling cheerleaders: Kim Speer. Amy Adams. Tracy Do lata. Kim Peppered. Bertha Keck. Kelly Ellis. Missy Pease Senior. Tammy Keck (missing • Betty Ann Grandy) Betty ann • Betty ann • Betty Ann Another year was busy with girls’ basketball games and wrestling matches. The cheerleaders helped the boy’s basketball cheerleaders with a pep assembly and they worked on both wrestling and girls’ basketball senior recognitions. Betty Ann Grandy states: I feel that we really had a good season and we accomplished a lot with the wrestlers at districts and states and the girls made it in the playoffs.” Girl’s basketball: Bertha Keck. Tracy Dolata. Kim Peppered, Amy Adams. Missy Pease. Kelly Ellis, Kim Speer. Tammy Keck, (missing • Betty Ann Grandy) Advisor. Jane Speer Senior, Betty Ann Grandy The 1987 Homecoming week was filled with many activities. Each day of the week was designated to pay tribute to one of Mercer’s fall sports teams. On Friday a special homecoming assembly was held in the gym. Each member of the queen’s court was introduced with her escort. After the assembly, grades ten through twelve returned to their homerooms and voted. Before the game against Farrell, that rainy night, each member of the court was again introduced. Last year’s Homecoming King and Queen, Pat O’Bannon and Mindi Griffith, were there to crown this year’s King and Queen, Trent Maul and Diane Weikal. The next night a dance at the high school was held with the theme “Under the Boardwalk.” Diane Weikal said, “It’s an honor to be chosen by my classmates as queen. The 1987 Homecoming Queen and King, Diane Weikal and Trent Maul. Marcia Kearns and her escort Trent Maul Diane Weikal and her escort Doug Nagle 64 Under The Julee Dolan escorted by Jeff Jankovich Debbie Bird escorted by Steve Hoover Jennifer Bahr escorted by Ned Griffith Monica Baker escorted by Darrin Habel 65 The 1987 Homecoming Dance, “Under the Boardwalk”, sponsored by the sophomore class, was a huge success. Junior Margy Ger-hardt commented, “The decorations were really nice, and we had a great time ! I was surprised at the participation of the student body.” The Homecoming King, Trent Maul, was announced at the homecoming game, along with the Queen, Diane Weikal. Music for the dance was provided by D.J., C-Zer. Grades nine through twelve attended the dance, and all had a great time. ‘Hey, what's up Tom? ... Do you wanna dance?” The 1987 Mercer High School homecoming King and Queen: Trent and Diane Everyone is having fun “Under the Boardwalk. “Get your hands off me Andy, you’re not my date!” “Hey Blake, did you spike this punch? Dan Kuhn performing his famous mating ritual. ‘Where’s the party?” Jank and Dana share a slow dance. Fullback up the middle on two . . Ready . Break!!!” “The 1988 Prom presents “The Time of My Life . . ” The 1988 Prom Queen, Marcia Kearns and her escort Joe Harilla. Eighty-three couples had “The time of their lives in Pittsburgh aboard the Liberty Belle for this year’s prom. The theme was chosen from the movie “Dirty Dancing”, and it was also the Senior Song. Marcia Kearns was elected Prom Queen, and received a dozen roses, and the original soundtrack from the movie. She commented “The prom was terrific, and I was surprised at being selected queen. Middle!!! Out in left field catching flies. Smile you're on Candid Camera Could I please have TWO packets of Ketchup!? Julee, look and see if my garter is down around my ankle' This page sponsored by THE MERCER WOMEN'S CLUB 69 Hey Jen. let’s start a food fight! Darrin, will you carry this; I don’t have room on my plate! Donna, are you sure I get more to eat than just this? Prom Queen Marcia Kearns is Having the time of her life 71 One of the last memories we’ll have together V Steps To Success . . . Find a sweetie and send LOTS of presents Take her to a formal dance ... on a bus! Pack your pals three layers deep. And don’t forget to grin like crazy whenever the Yearbook photographer walks by. 72 Here At MHS Activities Anessa and Kim look busy, what's wrong with the rest of you? Cast of The Curious Savage Jr. Class Play What’s behind the curtain Tom? “The Curious Savage” was the play performed by the Junior Class this year. It had three Acts and was written by John Patrick. The Cast were as follows: Patrick Allen, Kim Bailey, Ben Buzerd, Mark Ellenberger, Kelly Ellis, Margy Gerhardt, Anne King, Donna Kramer, Jonathon Lancaster, Shawn McClearn, Kerri O’Kresik, and Ben Shipton. Associate Directors were Barb Campbell and Sandy Finney. Director was Miss Karen Maly. The people in charge of props were as follows: Hollie Anderson. Beth Bennington, Sherry Campbell, Joe Kepler, Dawn Radi, Alicia Urey, and the cast. The people involved with the set were as follows: Hollie Anderson, Beth Bennington, Larry Boggs, Scott Hinkson, Forrest Jewell, Jennifer Masters, and Paula Morrison. The people who worked with the lights and sound were as follows: Hollie Anderson, Theresa Howard. Mike Jewell, Steve Jewell, Joe Kepler, Lisa Meyers, Pauia Morrison, and Brian Rogers. Finally, the make-up crew were as follows: Anessa Brown, Sharon Brucker, Carol Holloway, Amy Hovis. Theresa Howard, and Kim Zellmann. Ben Shipton said, “The junior class play was an enjoyable experience. We’ll have to do it again sometime. What's that crawling on the wall? 1988 Talent Show The Versatility Club executive committee: Jeff Jankovick Jennifer Ben All dressed up and no where to go. nett. Jody Philips. Monica Baker, and Rob Brown. Advisor. Ruby Crawford and ushers winner was Kim Bailey who sang “Out Here On my Own” accompanied by Nicole Bahr. Second place winners were the band “Conspiracy” which included Ron Gilkey, John Wilpula, Brian Warner and Kim Bailey who sang “Hit me with your Best Shot.” During the show there were several feature acts. Those are the Show Choir who performed to “One”, and “I Sing the Body Electric.” Those in the Show Choir are Kim Bailey, Donna Kramer. Heidi Hillard, Dan Kuhn. Andy French, Ken Jewell, Ray Yurko, Kevin Nei-swonger, Amy Oliver, Robin Palmer, Ai’Lisha Taylor, Cari Greer, Sharon Ellenberger, Angie Wiley, Annie Rynd, Mary-Kay Celhebeck. John Wilpula, Brian Warner, Joe Kepler, Bill Myers and Mike Miller. Andy French and Jason Dawson put on a comedy act. Monica Baker played “Truly” on the piano and Amy Oliver and Annie Rynd sang “If he Would Only Love me.” Kelly Davis who was the 1987 first place winner sang and was accompanied by Nicole Bahr. Singing with Kermit the Frog was Jessie Factor who sang “The Rainbow Connection.” All proceeds from this years show went towards the Show Choir’s trip to St. Louis. Kim Bailey said, “It was a wonderful experience and I had a lot of fun working with everyone.” This years executive committee included, President: Jeff Jankovich. Vice-President: Rob Brown, Secretary: Jennifer Bennett, Treasurer: Jody Phillips, and Student Director: Monica Baker. The following acts competed for $100.00 in prizes. The acts include, “The Unknown” which consisted of Mike Miller, Jim Williams, Jerry Finnimore and Bill Myers who sang a Beatles hit “Day Tripper.” Bill Myers also sang a solo “If I would ever leave you.” Nick and Ray Yurko were the Blues Brothers and Ray also sang “Can’t Help Falling in Love with you.” Beth Harper sang “A Prayer for Tomorrow, accompanied by Mrs. Greig. Annette Bird did a jazz dance to “Never gonna give you up.” An instrumental trilogy which included Joe Priester on the drums and Scott Andrews on the guitar. Ann Allegar performed a jazz dance to “Street People.” This years first place Bad to the Bone The 1988 Talent Show as sponsored by the Ver-satily Club with Mrs. Ruby Crawford as the advisor. Back row: A. Wiley. J. Shawley, T. Meyers, J. Bennett. G. Metz. R. Angermeir, G. McCleary. Middle row. B. Harper. J. Whielham. R. Oiebeck, S. Hinkson, R. Palmer, J. Jankovich, M. Liska, S. Morrison. J. Rea. K. Shaffer. 77 Front row: Mrs. Ruby Crawford, advisor, C. McClearn, M Bently, C. Platt. A King. A. Urey. S. Brucker. C. Zurasky. S. Brucker, K. Baily, J. Priester, R. Gray, J. Simpson, R. Hidbrador, L. Pndemore. Is that Kevin's only Fan? Speech Class is so relaxing. Why am I doing this? Stand up Comedian. Amy Hufnagel. Sharon Brucker, Kim Bailey, Anne King, Dawn Radi, Tracy Dolata, Kerri O’Neill, Danelle Englehart, Suzanne Forrester, Lori Hartley, Courtney Griffith, Darcie O’Neill, Dana Parnell, Marcia Kearns, Maura Sciullo, Rachel Brenlove, Noel Whetzel, Kim Speer, Kelly Ellis, Matt Zirwas, Jodi Donald, Debbie Chess, Stephanie Palmer, Chris Uiselt, Rhonda Bradford, Steven Fulks, Carrie Couper, Beth Harper, Monica Baker, Scott Andrews, Andy French, Michelle Kearns, Carrie Radi, Chip Filer, Eric Conti, Mark Ellenberger, Donna Kramer, Shawn McClearn, Beth Calvin. Stacy Givens, Kevin Neiswonger, Kathy Hartley This year's Mercer High Speech Team maintained the school’s tradition of excellence in forensics as it continued to rank as the top team in the Pittsburgh National Forensic League District. Mercer won team championships at eight of its ten trophy tournaments in western Pennsylvania this season. The team placed second in its other two district tournaments. Three of the eight sweep-stakes titles were won at district-level competition. In winning the Pennsylvania High School Speech League District One championship for the fourteenth consecutive year, the team qualified twelve speakers to the state tournament. Our team placed fifth in state competition. Mercer speakers advanced to the final round. Mercer speakers also won the National Catholic Forensic League Erie Diocesan championship for the fifth straight year, qualifying thirteen speakers ... an all-time' record ... to grand nationals in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mercer also captured its fourth straight National Forensic League Pittsburgh District championship as our speakers won first place in three of the five national qualifying events, including first and second place honors in humorous dramatic interpretation. Senior Marcia Kearns set an all-time Pittsburgh NFL record in winning original oratory for the third consecutive year. Senior Jason Dawson also established a record as he qualified to NFL Nationals for the third straight year. In addition to winning the three district sweepstakes championships, Mercer won five regular season tournament titles . . . Pittsburgh North Catholic (12 19 87), Hickory (1 6 88), Mercer B.P.W. (1 30 88), Wilkins-burg (2 20 88), and the Freshman-Sophomore Championship (4 23 88). Individually, team members won a record-setting 93 individual trophies in eleven tournaments, including the state tournament. Twenty-four of these trophies were for first place finishes in individual events. Such facial expression . . . even when Xeroxing. WITH VsO 00 00 00 VsO CO o CO CO (0 CO o H co Speech Officers: Monica Baker - Pres., Andy French - V.P., Anne King - Sec. Speech isn’t boring. 79 Shop IV . . . No, it’s not wood shop . . . No, it’s not metal shop . . . It’s SHOP IV!!! It’s Students Helping Other People!!! SHOP IV had another quite successful year in helping the Mercer community. They sponsored Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week and planned a highly successful activities night at the elementary school. During the year, they traveled to the elementary school and spoke to the children on the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Mr. James Sankey is the advisor of SHOP IV. Senior Kevin Orsinger commented, “We had a great time this year and the elementary school was really fun! Members: A Rynd, A Wamboldt. M. Kearns, B. Flannery. B Bennington. B. Campbell. M Baker. T. Maul. D. Moore. P. Morrison, B. D’Onofrio. A. King, J. Masters. T. Keck. K. Kub-alic. B. Myers. M. Gladysz. M. Larocca. J. Campbell, K. Jewell. K Taylor. K. Ellis. K. Slazin-ski. J. Anderson. T. Kirsch, T. Oakes. T. Adams. C. Richardson. H. Maun. C. Holloway. D. Bradley. C. Whenry, F. Jewell, S. Finney. A. Brown. A. Taylor. S. Brucker. K. O’Kresik, D. Nagle. J. Jankovich. D. Kramer. H. Hillard. C. Greer. D. Deweese. K. Hogue, A. Hovis, J. Connor. K. Orsinger. G. Scarsella, T. Harris. N. Griffith TfTI H I? 0 M 6 IT ?0 71 Yep. they all look like first graders to me!!! Hey! No smoking in school!!! Easy does it Forrest; don’t lose your temper 80 Quit looking so happy Ors. you’re supposed to be working!!! All right, whoever tries to grab my nose is going to get hurt. Equus I think he likes you Darcie. Pass the salt. Equus is Mercer High Schools fine art magazine showing many drawings and poems chosen from the high school students. Mr William Gathers and Mr James Sankey are the advisors of the magazine Any student at Mercer High who purchased a yearbook receives a free copy of Equus Jen Brant said. “It was exciting having my poems in Equus. National Honor Society. Top row: Rob Kennis, Amy Wamboldt, Todd Alexander, Ron Rabold, Matt Neely, Jim Williams, Steve Podlasky, Doug Nagle, Rob Brown. Middle Row: Tammy McConnell, Chris McKay, Paula Morrison, Ervin Myers, Shari Rabold, Gina Scarsella, Steve Vance, Paula Vodenichar, Sean Kiser. Bottom row: Patrick Allen, Hollie Anderson, Robert Bittler, Ronnie Bittler, Bill Chess, Mark Ellenberger, Sandy Finney, Lisa Fitzpatrick, Carrie Greer, Forrest Jewell. Robby, How did you get up there? The National Honor Society consists of Mercer High School students who are juniors and seniors, who have had a 92 grade average or higher, since ninth grade, Each student is judged on Service, Scholarship and Character. The advisor of NHS is Mrs. Marlene Eshbaugh. Chris McKay said, It is a honor to be a member of the National Honor Society, but it takes alot of work to make it.” 81 Journalism I The 1987-88 Journalism I Class helped t« get the Hoofbeats on the press. Front Ben Shipton. Chris McKay, Ervin Myers, Heidi Hilliard, Dave Swartz, Amy Hufna-gel, Dana Parnell. Mike Palmer. Dan McCoy, Holly Hovis, Todd Shaffer, Jodi Donald, Beth McClelland. Rob Gregory, Laurie Fisher, Janet Anderson, Kim Yur-cich, Tammy Oaks. Janet Conner, Darcie O’Neil. Theresa Howard, Crystal Whenry, Carol Holla way, Cathy Richardson, Heather Maun. Teenie Adams. Patti DeAngio, Crystal Zysk, Ken Barker. Brian Riley, Dale Trump. Maura Scuillo, Cindy Bell, Kim Bailey, Kerri O’Kresik, Sandy Weircinski, Jeni Bromley. Kelly Gill. Left to Right: Jim Williams. Kerri O’Kresik, Steve Forrester. John Lancaster, Jerry Pierce. Jen Crenshaw, Missy Urey, Dawn Radi, Forrest Jewell. Alicia Urey, Tami Allen, Michelle Oakes. Anne King, Heidi Adams. Janet Bell. Marcia Kearns, Marcia Rhodes, Tammy Kirsch Graphic Arts The 1987-88 Graphic Arts class was a success. Junior Sandy Finney says. “The class is difficult, but once you see the finished yearbook, all the hard work pays off. The members include: (back to front) Jay Wylie. Shelley Gray. Steve Hoover. Ned Griffith. Forrest Jewell. Debbie Bird. Monica Baker. Julie Macri, Kevin Orsinger, Linda McCracken, Jodi Donald, Jenny Brant, Steve Vance. Julie Dollan, Candy Gerlach, Tammy Oaks, Missy Urey. Rob Brown. Amy Hovis, Tammy McConnell, Jen Crenshaw. Crts Zurasky, Jeni Bromley, Kerri O’Kresik, Cindy Bell. Missy Matvey, Tami Allen, Jen Brant, Janet Andeson. Eric Conti. Editors of Yearbook: Kerri O’Kresik. Debbie Bird “No one is looking, the soaps are on!” 83 Library Cadets Officers: Jennifer Brant; Vice-President Julie Macri; Secretary Treasurer. Library Cadets: Front Row: Jen Walheim. Rose Egelsky. Charolette Jones. Robin Scott. Middle Row: Tammy Coppage. Cory McClearn. Tracy Smith, Jen Brant, Julie Macri, Amy Danielson. Debbie Airgood, Monica Marker. Back Row Mike Mathews, Jim Williams, Jerry Pierce. Not Shown: Kelley Yurcich. Mrs McClearn librarian. Library Cadets are students who help Mrs. McClearn - librarian, and Mrs McCullough - assistant librarian locate, check-out, and replace books and magazines for other students. The library cadets had a fund raiser selling candy bars to defrey the cost of a trip to Pittsburgh. The candy sale made over $300.00 Cadet President. Kelly Yurcich. states “In the past four years that I have been a cadet, we have had many good times and contrary to some opinions. Mrs. McClearn and Mrs. McCullough are very nice. We had a good staff this year and I hope future cadets enjoy their job as much as we have.” Mrs. McCullough assistant librarian. Kelley Yurcich: President. Shane Harton, Mike Miller. (Not shown: Keigh Rupert) “I do hereby swear to uphold these rights . . JR. ACADEMY OF SCIENCE “The Junior Academy of Science had a successful program this year,” says Mrs. Carolyn Bleggi, Junior Academy of Science adviser. All members of the team participated and placed at the regional meeting, and senior Mike Miller got first place at states in Seven Springs. “I was surprised at my placing first.” says Mike, ‘‘but I’m glad I did.” Academic Games The Academic Games team consisted of A Hufnagle, E. Kurtz. B. Campbell. T. McConnell. M. Richardson. T. Magargee. L. Anderson. J Thompson, and those pictured above C. Smith. D. Thompson. P Curz, H Anderson. H. Shubert. C. McDonalds. A. French. K. Neiswonger. L Wishart. K. Fithian, S. Harton, A. Brown Debbie Thompson prepares for competition 85 [ Ski Club A little tipsy, Steve?? Can somebody tell me where I can find some snow? Due to circumstances beyond anyone’s control, the Ski Club pictures were ruined. So, We re-enacted some of the key w . . , , , .. „, .... Missie, 1 think you are missing some items, moments of the season. You will have to imagine the cold winds and white powder . . . Tami Allen, Steve Vance, Missie Matvey 86 Student Council Officers left to right: Diane Weikal, Sec.; Trent Maul. Pres.; and Julee Dolan. Treas. The Student Council has had a very busy year. The year started off by having the 7th Annual Canned Food Drive, which the junior class won. They were treated to a breakfast from the Student Council for their efforts in collecting the most cans. Student Council donated money to the Hi-Times. Hoofbeats, Equus. and prom. They also bought pom poms for the basketball playoffs and provided buses to the play off games. Linda McCracken and Tabatha Hunter said, “Being on Student Council this year was eventful and fun!” Come on Forrest, the flash isn't that bad!! Senior High Members, sitting: Diane Weikal. Trent Maul, and Julee Dolan Standing. Deb Bird. Linda McCracken. Pat Allen. Anne King. Forrest Jewell, and Jen Bahr. Missing: Tab Hunter and Nicole Bahr. Junior High Members. Front row: Danelle Englehart. Stephanie Palmer. Courtney Griffith, and Annette Bird. Back row: Michael Hough. Matt Zirwas. Amy Mathieson. Beth Mathieson. and Rebecca Firth. Eddie Guerra Mexican Address Blvd. de la Reformay Madrid Linsres, N.L. Mexico Full name and age: Eduardo Guerra Nunez, 18 years old. Host parents: Mr. and Mrs. Shipton. Brothers and sisters: Brother, Carlos and Sister, Patty. Plans after graduation: College. Things you can do without: Chinese food for lunch. Things you can’t do without: Strawberry sundaes, apple dumplings, skiing and dances. Favorite T.V. program: Supercarrier Favorite movie: Rad. Favorite sport: tennis Favorite food: pizza and tacos Favorite pastime activity: listen to music and read magazines. People may be surprised to know that: I don’t speak Spanish. Best vacation: Cancun Goals you’d like to reach in the future: finish college and get my black belt in karate. First reaction to America: different schools, different government rules, different food, and different school activities. Officers: Joe Kepler. Vice-President; Bill Myers. President; and Elaine Kurtz. Treasurer. Exchange Student First row: Nick Yurko and Chris Adams. Second row Ray Yurko, April Hutcheson, and Elaine Kurtz Third row: Chris McClave, Michelle Sines. Jennifer Masters. Bill Myers, and Joe Kepler. Fourth row: Jerry Pierce and Jim Williams Computer Club The Computer Club has had a very busy year. They met every Thursday and every month they went on a field trip. Most of the time they went to the Computer Club meeting in Canfield, Ohio. They also sold Mercer spirit jackets. Mr. Martin, the Computer Club adviser, hopes that everyone will keep in touch with what is going on at Mercer High School by calling (412)662-3919. Vo-Tech Vo-Tech Vo-Tech First row Jim Gallo. Don Heckathorn, Gordon Barnes. Missy Dipner, Jodi Burk. Janet Robins. Tammy Magee. Chrisy Knauf. Kathy Jo Peters. Kim McFadden. Charlotte Jones. Deana Guidace. Brian McIntyre. Second row: Chris Milliren, Tim Graham. Harold Swartz. Jerry Beich, Betsy Reeher. Debbie Reeher, Sam Pridemore, Prudance Applegarth. Lori Dittrich. April Reeher. Tammy Glaister. Third row: Joe Matthews. Frank Porter field, Jody Phillips. Chris Uiselt. Tabetha King. Tracy Lohr. Amy Danielson. Sheila Chace. Julie Hartley. Fourth row: Bob Roseki. Tom Burk. Jack Grandy, Bud Goehring, Richard Spalding. Bruce Campbell. Brian Warner. Joy Benninghoff. Chad Furey. Randy Nelson. Ed Custer. Michelle Priester. Melissa Bartel. Brian Jewell. Scott Swartz. Vo-Tech Students In Action!!! Nice Glasses! 89 ft Vo-Tech Vo-Tech Vo-Tech Watch your thumbs!!! Fighting over Milkduds?!?! Vo-Tech, which is short for Vocational Technical Education, is attended by many Mercer students. Attending Vo-Tech accounts for 3 credits towards high school graduation. The Vo-Tech students leave at 8:20 and return at 11:10 every day. The students seem to like going to Vo-Tech. Here is what they say: Frank Porterfield. “Vo-Tech is much better than going to school all day and gives us a good opportunity to learn a trade.”; Michelle Priester. Vo-Tech is a great chance to get work experience and also it‘s a good way to meet new friends. ; Brian McIntyre. “It’s good experience, lots of fun. but too short!”: Chip Brady. “It’s a good place to get technical training if college is not planned; a lot of kids get jobs through Vo-Tech.”; Chris Uiselt. It’s an opportunity to have fun while learning and it gives us a chance to meet a lot of new and different people. Jody Phillips. “I think that Vo-Tech should require 3 years for every course. It’s an easy way to get 3 credits and lots of fun. ; Nathan Oss, It’s fun. an easy 3 credits, a great way to meet a lot of new friends and it makes it much easier to get a job because you already have experience. i iM M One more spot to go!!! Smile . . Say cheese. Please? F.F.A. — Future Farmers of America First Row Missy Richardson. Shari Rabold. Missy Rabold, Roberta Ivers. Jackie Ma-gargee. Ron Rabold. Scott Koser. Steve Jewell Second Row: Victor Macri, Dave Valley. A J. Aites. John Burk. Brian Kennell. Wally Evens. Jason Michaels Officers: Pres. Jackie Magargee; Chaplin Scott Koser; Student Advisor Missy Richardson; Secretary Shari Rabold; Reporter Vic Macri; Sentinel Steve Jewell Not shown: Vice Pres. Ron Rabold; Treasurer Missy Rabold Advisor: Mr. Rust Jackie . Are you sure that’s not Playgirl? F.F.A. is a club that is in Mercer High School, that is run by Mr Rust During the year the members attended many events. Some include: A farm show in Harrisburg in which they competed. 3 spring round-ups in Mohawk. Stoneboro and Butler. In June they attended state competition at Penn State. They also attended Career Day. During the course of the school year the F.F.A. sponsored many fundraisers. They had the Citrus sale, which they grossed $600.00 profit, the onion sales, and also the green house sales. The profits from the fundraisers went towards their trips and also toward the expense of trophies for the banquet Secretary of F.F.A. Shari Rabold. states what she likes about being a F.F.A. member. We get many opportunities for scholarships and I enjoy Hey Mike . Guess what I have the trips. in the bag!! The vocal program was directed by Mrs. Tina Greig this past school year. It was her first year at Mercer High School. The choruses and show choir performed at several different occasions over the length of the entire school year. The senior high chorus performed at the Mercer United Methodist Church on December 4th and at the courthouse on December 17th. The junior high chorus had a concert for the junior high on December 10th at the school. Also, the show choir presented a concert for the Mercer Women’s Club and went to St. Louis, where they received a first place. The choruses and the show choir also sang at Christmas time and springtime. In addition, three members of the show choir received awards for outstanding solo performances at St. Louis. They were Kim Bailey (first place), Annie Rynd (second place), and Bill Myers (third place). Mrs. Greig said, “I’m really pleased with Mercer High School and the progress of the vocal program.” REGIONAL CHORUS: Annie Rynd and Amy Oliver. HONORS CHORUS: Joe Kepler and Bill Myers. SHOW CHOIR: Front row (1. to r.) • Kevin Neiswonger, Kim Bailey. Ai’ Lisha Taylor. Amy Oliver, and Sharon Ellenberger Middle row Andy French. Heidi Hillard, Annie Rynd. Robin Palmer, and Joe Kepler Back Row - Ken Jewell. Dan Kuhn. Mary-Kay Oehlbeck. Joel Bar tolone. and Bill Myers. Missing from photo are Ray Yurko, Kelly Ellis. Cari Greer, and Angie Wiley. CHORUS OFFICERS AND CHORAL DIRECTOR: (I to r.) Mrs Tina Greig (director), Annie Rynd (president). Ai'Lisha Taylor (historian). Beth Borowicz (librarian), Robin Palmer (historian). Donna Kramer (secretary-treasurer). Annesa Brown (historian). Robert Rose (librarian), Lisa Amon (librarian). Heidi Hillard (vice-president). 92 DISTRICT CHORUS: (pictured at left) Annie Rynd, Amy Oliver, Joe Kepler. Bill Myers, and Joel Bartolone. Junior High Chorus Senior High Chorus. Front row (1. to r.) A Oliver. A Rynd. R Best. T. Reynolds. T. Cassidy. L Cameron. J Mariacher. M Davis. E. Pierson. M Aikens. L. Anderson. A. Brown. C. Walters. Middle row: B Borowicz. B. Bennington. T. Edeburn. A. Allegar, H Anderson. M. Jewell. K. Jewell. J. Bartolone. S. Ellenberger. M Mercado. R Palmer. M Matvey. S Gray. A Taylor Back row: P Graham. M Oehlbeck. D Smith. J Kepler. B Myers. J Masters. M Larocca. C. McClave. J. Wilpula. A Gabig. J. Shawley. A. Hutcheson. L Amon. H. Hillard. D. Krammer. M Sines Missing from photo are N. Yurko. R Yurko. R Rose. C Adams. S. Turnbaugh. M Shaffer Seniors. Betty Ann Grandy. Julie Ma Kim Bailey, Betty Ann Grandy, Lori Hartley. Robin Palmer. Debbie Bird. Julie Macri, Lisa Meyers, cri, Debbie Bird. Cheryl Shuster. Amy Oliver. Barb Dummett. This year’s Mighty Mercer Mustang Marching Machine was fantastic. They knew how to work together and have fun all at the same time. That could be why they were so good. There were bad thoughts in the beginning about having a new director, but everything worked out for the best. The members of the band really seem to respect “The New Guy on the Block.” Senior member of the danceline, Julie Ma-crie, commented, “I had a lot of great times and wish I was coming back next year.” That’s the feeling that many seniors have. We’ll miss them and wish them luck. Patti Deangio. Tracy Dolata, Tammy Keck, Julee Dolan, Tina Stowers. Tammy Glaister, Vicky Gera Sara Toth, Karen Hinkson, Lisa Amon, Tammy Coppage. Lynda Amon, Chris Uiselt, Karen Orres, Chris Edney, Stacy Givens. Jay Maun. Nicole Bender, Jenny Walheim, Bertha Keck, Tracy Cassidy, Tina Adams. 94 Top Row: D Lewi , H Andvt on. J Ulmer, B Dolta. J Belch. D Swart , P Molten. J Pnester. B Oehlbeck, D Schmid. B Warner, M Rosetkl, J Phillip . C. ElUs. C Adam . B Bennington, R Bernhardt, S. Jewell. W Anderson. 2nd row: T Myers, J Finmmore, J Kepler. C Blattenberger. B Meyers. V Macn. D Rupert. G. McCleary, M Jewell. M Ulmer. K Elh . 3rd row: J Btckel. R Eaton, D Ryland. M Bentley. D Chese. C Cooper. L Anderson. R Dehner, M Miller. J Wipula. B Rogers. L F� her. K Neiswonger, A French. D Kuhn. K Jewell. 4th row: M Larocca. C CirtBo. C Radi. A Tipton. J Hiles. M Gerhardt. K Hartley. J Cunningham. B Wamboldt. M EJIenberger, C. Schneider. S Toth. B Wiley. B Roseski 5th row: S Campbell. T Howard. K Rihei. C Lewis. M Wamboldt. K McCoy. A Anderson. S EJIenberger. M Emery. M Filer. L Cameron. H Hovts. D O'Neill. A Wiley. C Beahm, 6th row: M Gladys. J Fuge. J Tracy. M Aikens. A Wamboldt. K Sla tnskt. C Woods. A Mathieson. C Greet. K PeppereU. P Vodenichar. M Oe hi beck. P Graham. 7th row: J Walheim. N Bender. L Amon. K Hmkson. T Adams. S Givens. B Keck. J Maun. L Amon. C Edney. C Uiseh. T Casstdy. T Coppage. 8lh row: C Shuster. K Bailey. L Hartley. J. Macn. L Meyers. D Bird. A Oliver. B Grandy. B Dummett. R Palmer. 9th row: T Glaiater. P Deangio. T Doiata. J Dolan. T. Stowers. T Keck. V Gera. 10th row: K Orre . K Speer. K Toth M M M M M And here is the Marching Ma chine Play it again, Angie Kevin and Andy together “AGAIN Officers: Deb Bird, Secretary; Brian Oehlbeck, President; Andy French, Vice President Ken Jewell. Vice President; Megan Ulmer, Librarian; Cari Greer. Treasurer; Kelly Ellis, and Laurie Fisher. Historians. Tina Greig. Assistant Director; Debbie Small. Majorette Instructor; Tad Greig. Director; Lisa Armstrong, Danceline Instructor; Mary Ann Armstrong, Band front Advisor. Drum Corp, standing: Bob Dolata, Debbie Lewis. Chris McDonnell. Jerry Beich. Chris Ellis. Doug Schmid, Brian Warner, Brian Oehlbeck. Dave Schwartz, Chris Adams, Jody Phillips, Beth Bennington. Hollie Anderson, Tammy Myers, kneeling: Ron Dreszel. Wally Anderson. Joe Priester. Rick Beinhardt. Sr. High Concert Band ft . AW , a | | 7 j • 'l V I j|t 4 - y •• 0k • 4te Mercer band includes Sr. High Concert Band, Dixieland Band, Sr. High Jazz Band, Jr. High Concert Band, and Jr. High Jazz Band. These bands seldom receive the praise they deserve. The Concert Band performed several concerts at MHS and this Row 1: Sherry Campbell. Anjanette Wiley, Holly Hovis. Kelly Ellis. Lisa Amon, Tarcy Dolata. Beth Mathieson. Amy Wamboldt, Cari Greer. Michelle Aikens, Kelly Siazinski Row 2: Carrie Cirillo, Deana Guidace. Margy Gerhardt. Kristy Rihel, Theresa Howard. Sara Toth, Meagan Ulmer. Jenni Walheim, Pavlo Graham. Kim Pepperell. Kim Bailey. Polly Vodienichar. Courtney Woods. Row 3: Lori Cameron. Molly Emery. Carrie Lewis. Linda Amon. Kelly McCoy. Debbie Lewis, Christina McDonnell. Misty Bentley. Mike Miller. Mohn Wilpula, Renee Dehne. Laurie Fisher. Kevin Neiswonger. Andy French. Brian Rodgers. Debbie Chess. Carrie Couper. Lori Anderson. Chris Schneider, Ken Jewell. Karol Beahm. Amy Tipton. Mike Jewell. Joel Hiles, Michelle Larocca, Mark Ellenberger, Tera Reznor. Bruce Wamboldt. Steve Jewell. Tina Stowers. Monica Baker. Dan Kuhn.. Row 4: Hollie Anderson. Patti Deangio, Beth Pennington. Chris Adams. John West, Jerry Finnimore. Brian Oehlbeck. Doug Schmid. Mark Roseski. Greg McCleary. Chris Blattenberger, Victor Macri. Joe Kepler, Chip Banks. Denise Rupert. Tom Meyer, and Bill Meyers. Sr. High Jazz Band year traveled to perform at St. Louis, Missouri. The Dixieland Band performs at various community functions, including the Penn Woods Art and Craft Festival. There is also the Pep Band which performs at all the boy’s home basketball games and at Pep assemblies. Sophomore Carrie Lewis said. the band sounds good this year and Mr. Greig has really done a great job. Row 1: Ken Jewell. Paul Molton, Mark Ellenberger. Tera Reznor. Karol Beahm. and Steve Jewell Row 2: Michelle Larocca, Cari Greer. Meagan Ulmer. Bill Meyers. Tom Meyer, and Denise Rupert. Row 3: Brian Warner. John Wipula, Brain Rodgers. Kevin Neiswonger. Carrie Couper. and Lori Anderson Go blow your horn! I Row I: Sharon Ellenburger, Anjanette Wiley, Karol Beahm Row 2: Kevin Neiswonger, Andy French. Megan Ulmer. Carrie Cirillo District Band SC MOOL Bill Myers. Ken Jewell, Kevin Neiswonger, Andy French, Megan Ulmer Let’s hear it guys! Dixieland Band Row 1: Steve Jewell. Row 2: Angie Wiley. Andy French. Row 3: Ken Jewell, Kevin Neiswonger. and John Wipula Stage Crew Ken Jewell. Brian Rodgers. Victor Macri, Tom Meyer. Steve Jewell. Honors Band Huh? Jr. High Concert Band Row 1: Joanna Wanchick. Becky Wiley. Datie Toth. Janice Fuge. Kristina Ketelich. Noel Whetzel. Amy Anderson. Jeanna Ringer. Sonya Thompson. Tracy Shaffer. Carrie Hart, Carrie Radi. Renee Barber. Holly Shubert. and Karen Ores Row 2: Mary Ann Filer. Missy Graig. Tricia Chapman. Marcia Wamboldt. Kerri O’Neill. Amy McFadden, Becky Herrick. Robin Godfrey. Heidi Greer. Lynn Kimes. Jenifer Tracy. Chris Urey. Greg McGraw, Chad Glunt. and Jeremy Albert Row 3: Joey Slater. Brandy Mcconnell, Beth Mathie-son. Lisa Maley. Becca Firth. Bruno Eaton. Ricky Reinhardt. Shawn Finnimore. Lindsey Palmer. Natalie Langdon, Laural Oliver. Bob Dolata, and Olivia Michael. Row 4: Rocky Eaton, Chris Ellis, Darren Ryland. Brian McNanee. Shane Harton. Tracy Moon. Missie Reighert. Barandie Cole. Lori Colvin. Tammy Meyers. Richard McElhaney. Greg Lengyel. Ronald Drezel, Wallie Anderson. Lisa Wishart. Brian Myers, and Jimmy Bickel. I want you! Jr. High Jazz Band Row 1: Ricky McElhaney. Joanaa Wanchick. Becky Herrick. Mike Miller. Brian Myers. Janice Fuge. Shane Harton. Row 2: Rick Beinhardt, Bruno Eaton. Holly Schubert. Carrie Couper. Renee Dehener, Lisa Wishart. Chris Urey. Row 3: Wally Anderson. Greg McGraw. Chad Glunt. Jeremy Albert. Brian MacNamer. Jr. High Band Officers rW ____ Row 1: Carie Radi. Noel Wetzel Row 2: Darren Ryland. Becky Herrick. Amy Anderson. Natalie Langdon. JuniorsJuniorsJuniorsJuniorsJuniorsJuniorsJunion The class of 1989 made it through their junior year. There is only one more year to go. During their junior year the juniors were very successful collecting for the canned food drive. They collected over 8,000 cans. Forrest Jewell, activities chairman, states: “I was really pleased with how the class pulled together and made the canned food drive a big success.” The juniors also planned the prom in Pittsburgh. Amy Hovis, Class president, states, “The prom was very successful and the officers had a great time planning it.” Now the class of 1989 will no longer be considered “jolly juniors” instead they will be the “MIGHTY SENIORS”. Class Officers: President. Amy Hovis; vice-president, Ben Shipton; activities chairman. Forrest Jewell; treasurer. Kerri O’Kresik; secretary. Sharon Brucker Adams, Christine Adams, Marcie Allegar, Ann Allen, Bob Allen, Chris Allen, Patrich Allen, Tamara Anderson, Holly Anderson, Rick Angermeier, John Baily, Kimberly Baker, Jason Barker, Ken Bartel, Melissa Bell, Cindy 102 Bennington, Beth Bittecuffer, Michelle Bittler, Rob Bittler, Ron Boggs, Larry Bradley, Debbie Brady, Chip Brown, Anessa Brucker, Sharon Brucker, Shawn Burk, Jodi Cain, Tim Campbell, Barb Campbell, Bruce Canpbell, Sherry Carr, Tom Cassidy, Laurel Chess, William Connor, Janet Custard, Ed Custer, Ken D’onofrio, Becky Deweese, Doris Dipner, Missi Dittrich, Phil Ellenberger, Mark Ellis. Kelly Emery, Molly Filer, Graig Finny, Sandy 103 Frey, Mark Fulks, Steven Furey, Shawn Furey, Chad Garrett, Barb Gaston, Joe Gawne, Jerry Gerhardt, Margy Gerlach, Ed Gilkey, Tammi Gladysz, Michele Glaister, Tammi Gray, Shelley Greer, Cari Hanna, Ray Hartley, Julie Harton, Andrew Hile, Donna Hillard, Heidi Hinkson, Scott Hogue, Eric Hogue, Kathy Holloway, Carol Hovis, Amy Howard, Theresa Hufnagle, Amy Jewell, Brian Jewell, Forrest Jewell, Steve Kennis, Rob 104 Kepler, Joseph King, Amy King, Anne Kirsch, Tammy Klink, Ramona Kramer, Donna Krummert, Vicky Lancaster, Jonathan Larocca, Michelle Lettieri, Stephen Liska, Melissa Lucich, Jason Lurtz, Kevin Marargee, Tracy Magee, Tammy Masters, Jennifer Matvey, Melissa Maun, Heather McClearn, Shawn McConnell, Tammy McCoy, Danny McFadden, Kim McKay, Chris Meyers, Tom Meyers, Lisa Mills, Andy Moore, Deborah Morrison, Paula Moury, Brian Myers, Ervin 105 Nelson, Randy Noble, Mike O’Brien, Lonnie O’Kresik, Kerri Oliver, Amy Oss, Nathan Paimer, Mike Peters, Pat Platt, Charles Postage, Keith Priester, Michelle Rabold, Shari Radi, Dawn Rains, Terry Ray, Paul Redmond, Darlene Reeher, Betsy Rhodes, Marcia Richardson, Cathy Richardson, Mary Rickard, Denise Rihel, Kristy Robbins, Janet Rogers, Brian Rose, Robert Sagulla, Mike Scarsella, Gina Schwartz, David Shipton, Ben Shuster, Cheryl 106 Smrekar, Vicky Stephens, John Urey, Alicia Urey, Danny Vance, Steve Vodenichar, Paula Walter, Dawne West, John Whenry, Crystal Wilson, Todd Woods, Courtney Wylie, Jay Yurcich, Kim Zaboroski, Rick Zacherl, Keith Juniors Charge! Such enthusiasm Joe and Rob. Open wide. Sophomores . . . Sophomores . . . Sophomores . Adams, Amy Adams, Chris Amon, Linda Amon, Lisa Anderson, Lisa Angeletti, Doug Angermeier, Chris Applegarth, Prudence Apthorpe, Terri Armour, Scott Bahr, Nicole Barnes, Gordon Beich, Jerry Bennett, Jennifer Bentley, Misty Berger, Jenny Borowicz, Beth Bowen, Sue Bowman, Chris Bradford, Ronda Bromley, Jeni Burk, Tom Caldwell, Brian Cameron, Lori Cass, Michelle Chase, Sheila Cole, Christopher Conti, Eric Cook, Aaron Daugherty, Jim The class of 1990 had their first taste of the “big life” as they entered the Senior High wing. For many, it was their first chance to participate in Varsity and Junior Varsity sports. For others, it was just an exciting thought to know that they had finally reached the grades with double digits! This class was no different in trying to prove that the traditional name “Silly Sophomores” did not apply to them. Needless to say, they lived up to their reputation. The big event of the year was making the Homecoming Dance, “Under the Boardwalk”, a huge success. Other important projects for the year were putting together a leaf collection in biology, and getting to order class rings which they received in the spring. Sophomores Tabatha Hunter and Linda McCracken summed up the entire year in saying. “We enjoyed working on the Homecoming Dance and finally being considered part of the Senior High, and we are looking forward to our Junior year. Class Officers (l-r): Robin Palmer. Lisa Amon. Darrell Jewell, Joel Hiles. . Sophomores . . . Sophomores . . . Sophomores DeAngio, Patti Dittrich, Lori Dolata, Tracy Donald, Jodi Dummett, Barbara Edeburn, Toni Edmonds, Jim Edney, Christina Ellenberger, Sharon Farmer, John Finnimore, Jerry Fisher, Laurie Gabig, Allison Gallo, Jim Gilkey, Ryan GUI, Kelly Glunt, Charles Goehring, Bud Graham, Michele Graham, Tim Grandy, Jack Gregg, David Greggs, Jason Gregory, Rob Hamilton, Jamie Heckathorn, Don Hiles, Joel Hoffman, James Hoffman, Tracey Hofius, Shane Humes, Chris Humes, Jennifer Hunter, Tabatha Hutcheson, April Jewell, Darrell Johnson, Deanna Aaron don't look now, but Schmlddy just swallowed a golf ball! Ill Sophomores . . . Sophomores . . . Sophomores Keck, Bertha King, Daniel King, Tabatha Knight, Keith Koprivnak, Wendy Krauss, Betty Lait, Chris Lawton, Leslie Lengyel, Doug Lewis, Carrie Lohr, Tracey Matthews, Joe McClave, Chris McClay, Scott McClelland, Beth McCracken, Linda McCurdy, Jeannette McIntyre, Connie Metz, Greg Mihalson, Shelly Milliren, Chris Molton, Paul Mortimer, Kevin Myers, Tracy O’Brien, Eric Oehlbeck, Mary-Kay Palmer, Robin Parnell, Dana Pease, Darla Pennington, Vicki Pepperell, Kim Perry, Tricia Peters, Mike Piper, Pam Porterfield, Frank Postage, Greg Pridemore, Sam Probst, Kent Rea, Tara Reeher, Debbie Reynolds, Tami Roseski, Bob 112 . Sophomores . . . Sophomores . . . Sophomores. Rotz, Robert Rupert, Denise Schmid, Doug Sciullo, Maura Seybert, John Shaffer, Todd A I Shawley, Jean Sonntag, Mike Spear, Kim Stowers, Rusty Swartz, Harold Thompson, Tom Toth, Sara Ulmer, Megan Uiselt, Chris Walheim, Brian Walter, Teresa Wierceinski, Sandy 'Not Pictured: Adams, Belynda Dolan, Keith Mays, Matthew Stainbrook, Tim Tab and Beth in computer class. We’re still hungry!! Sophomores enjoying a school lunch. Sophomores . . . Sophomores . . . Sophomores. Chris Adams hard at work! “Sophomores are ooookkaaaayy!! Stainbrook beefing up in the snack line. “It’s lonely when you’re at the top . . “Hey Jodi, watch me do the moonwalk!” All right, whose deal is it now?” uauiqsajj Freshmen 1991 Freshmen are in a time of transition, changing, and growing, trying to “fit in.” They are between Jr. and Sr. High, not fully a part of either one. They are moved from the Jr. High wing to the real world, where they are always being shoved around by upperclassmen. One freshman stated, “I’m looking forward to being in Senior High and making school fun.” Officers: Kevin Arrow, Beth Calvin, Chris Myers, and Bruce Wamboldt. Adams, Tina Adams, Kim Adams, Rhonda Aikens, Michelle Ainsley, Eric Alexia, Bobbi Anderson, Laurie Angermeier, Jake Arrow, Kevin Barnes, Billy Bartel, Marleen Bechtel, Heath Bender, Nicole Birch, Jennifer Bittecuffer, Chester Bittecuffer, Travis Bonkowski, Sandy Bowen, Alan Calvin, Beth Cassidy, Tracy Chess, Debbie Christy, Aaron Cirillo, Carrie Clark, Mason Coppage, Tammy Couper, Carrie Crawford, Kim Cunningham, Jill Curzi, Sam Davis, Jill freshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfres Davis, Lisa Davis, Mickie Dehner, Renee Desuta, David Desuta, Joseph Dickson, Sam Dittrich, Steven Dummett, Mike Egelsky, Rose Evans, Wally Farmer, Mollie Fedorchak, Paul Filer, Chip Fillingame, Felicia Fleming, Jim Fleming, Larry Forrester, Suzanne Foster, Lori Gaffney, Kathleen Garrett, Wilburt Do you believe this stuff? 117 freshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfres Gawne, Aron Gerda, Andrew Givens, Stacy Graham, Pavlo Grandy, Shane Gray, Ron Gregory, Billy Griffith, Courtney Guntrum, Kristina Harris, Trent Hartley, Brian Hartley, Lori Hidbrader, Rob Hinkson, Karen Hoffman, Ryan Jackal, Michelle Jenkins, Tom Jewell, Michael Kurtz, Pam Lettieri, Chris Lewis, Debbie i Leydic, Tom Lyon, Melissa Lyons, Cathy Magargee, Sherry McClearn, Cory McCleary, Gregg McConnel, Ron McCoy, Kelly McDonnell, Christy McElrath, Mark McKay, Eric McLallen, George Metz, Heather Michael, Jason Milliren, Cindy Morrison, Steven freshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfres Myers, Chris Myers, Diane Neely, Laura Newell, Todd Noble, Michele Oakes, Melissa Oakes, Ralph Paden, Pam Palmer, Stephanie Pearson, Crystal Pendley, Robert Peters, Kevin Philson, Brent Poskevich, Lisa Pridemore, Corey Pridemore, Larry Priester, Robert Pryborowski, Terri Rabold, Michelle Rea, John Redmond, Lori Sines, Michelle Sipe, Carrie Smith, Christina Smith, Robert Smith, Tammy Smith, Tracy Smrekar, Sabrina Steele, Connie Thompson, Peggy Tipton, Amy Tomson, Debbie Trepasso, Tina 119 freshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfreshmenfres Ulmer, John Walheim, Jenny Wamboldt, Bruce Wescott, Dennis Zigo, Stephanie i , - Pictures not available for Joey Blair, Chris Blattenberger, and Joe Priester. I thought I had a date. How many people can we fit on this desk? Is this what they meant by Dress Up Day? 120 Do I really have to dance? 8th Grade 8th Grade 8th Grade 8th They made it through their 8th grade year with much success. They enjoyed many Jr. High dances and helping with the canned food drive. They are looking forward to attending the homecoming dance in 9th grade and they are looking forward to being out of the Jr. High wing. Lindsay Palmer, 8th grader, states: “I enjoyed 8th grade but it will be nice to be out of the Jr. High wing”. The 8th graders also helped to make the magazine sales a great success. Class Officers: Matt Zirwas. Becky Herrick, and Dagan Gabany Aites, John Anderson, Amy Anderson, Susan Anderson, Wally Angermeier, Ronda Barber, Renee Barkley, Maryellen Beinhardt, Richard Berger, Michael Bickel, Jimmy Bissell, Kim Black, Larry Bortz, Carrie Brenlove, Rachael Brest, Chris Carter, Jac Chace, Jamie Christy, Adrian Colvin, Lori Connelly, Sean 122 Court, Seth Craig, Michelle Davis, Jason Dolata, Robert Dollman, Georgia Dreszel, Ronald Dunder, Michelle Dzuricsko, Renee Eaton, Rocky Ellis, Chris Englehart, Danelle Filer, Erin Filer, Maryann Flynn, John Fuge, Janice Gabany, Dagan Gera, Vickie Gerda, Tracey Gilbert, Michael Gregg, Mellissa Habbyshaw, Brett Hamiliton, Joel Haniak, Brad Hart, Aaron Hart, Carrie Hartley, Kathy Herrick, Rebecca Hoffman, Barbara Hoffman, Jay Hough, Michael Jewell, Charlene Johns, Tanya Julock, Michael Kearns, Michelle King, Marci 123 King, Shawn Kurtz, Elaine Kyle, Jennifer Liska, Tina Magee, Shawn Malone, Brian Marker, Monica Marsh, Dana Mattocks, Jennifer McCoy, Judy McEwen, Michelle McKay, Amanda Metheney, David Meyers, Joel Michael, Olivia Minner, Matthew Moore, Jennifer Moore, Patty Moose, Jerry Myers, Tamara Nollinger, Kristen Ohr, Joel O’Neill. Kerri Orres, Karen Pendley, Laura Pennington, Ember Pepperell, Kris Priester, William Priester, Becky Radi, Carrie Reighert, Missie Royle, Lori Rupert, Keith Ryland, Darren Schubert, Holly 124 Schwanbeck, Lori Scott, Denise Shawley, Wayne Shipton, Douglas Smith, April Smith, Michele Smith, Richard Smith, Walter Snowball, Barbara Spangler, April Speer, Jamie Stainbrook, Steven Swab, Louis Sweesy, Diane Taylor, Jay Taylor, Kevin Templeton, Dan Templeton, Don Thompson, David Thompson, Harvey Tobash, Jason Toth, Katie Tracy, Jenifer Uiselt, Kenny Urey, Michelle Verrill, Melanie Wamboldt, Marcia Wetzel, Noel Wiley, Rebecca Wishart, Lisa Not Pictured: Jayne Cannon, Stacy Conley, Taressa Everson, Nichole Gottyla, Jewell Hollobaugh, Anthony Horinek, Chris Liska, Vivian Sandovel, and Lenora Yer-eb 125 a- Seventh Grade Seventh Grade Seventh As seventh graders, the class of 1993 experienced many new and different things. They had to survive all day without recess and restroom breaks. They get to go to Jr. High dances and also, during school, get pushed around by the upperclassmen. As every class went through seventh grade, they had to learn their Roman Gods. Things were no different for the class of 1993, for they also had to struggle through them. The first days of a seventh-grader are filled with large halls, big people, and helpful directions on how to get to the swimming pool or the elevator. They are considered the low people on the high school totem pole. This year was the first of many high school memories to Officers: Tyson Baker • Pres. Trad Wllpula - Vlce-Pres. Beth Mathleson - Sec. Treas. come. Airgood, Dan Albegiani, Michael Albert, Jeremy Allen, Leigh Applegarth, Mike Apthorpe, Tonia Baker, Tyson Bennett, Jason Bird, Annette Bradford, Mary Brant, Keith Briggs, John Burk, Joshua Campbell, Mark Cassidy, Beth Chapman, Tricia Coast, Candy Cole, Brandie Coppage, Susan Crawford, Ronald Dacosta, Andrea Davis, Greg Detelich, Kristina 128 Grade Seventh Grade Seventh Grade Ealy, Gladys Eaton, Bruno Farmer, Jennifer Fedorchak, Matthew Finnimore, Shawn Firth, Rebecca Fithian, Kale Gabig, Laurie Gerda, Robyn Glaister, Bobby Glunt, Chad Godfrey, Robyn Graham, Michelle Grandy, Susan Greer, Heidi Hamilton, Jarod Harper, Beth Harton, Shane Hassel, Julie Hoffman, Jeff Houston, Nathan Jankovich, Allison Jenkins, Chris Jewell, Susan Kimes, Lynn King, Donald King, Jennifer Kraus, Leslie Kubalic, Beverly Lander, Carolyn I know I don't have my hall pass! What are you staring at? 129 Seventh Grade Seventh Grade Seventh Langdon, Natalie Lengyel, Greg Lynn, Jennifer Maley, Lisa Mathieson, Beth Matthews, Jeffrey McConnell, Brandy McDowell, John McElhaney, Richard McFadden, Amy McGraw, Greg Metz, Brian Moon, Tracy Moury, Susan Myers, Brian Oliver, Laurel Paden, Angela Paden, Anita Reading is . . . required! The nurse's office can be a busy place! Grade Seventh Grade Seventh Grade Rynd, Ryan Scott, Richard Shaffer, Tracy Shaw, Billy Shealy, Monica Slater, Joey Smith, Fredrick Smith, Robert Spaulding, Donald Stein, Nathan Thompson, Jason Thompson, Sonya Trask, Shawn Turner, Jeremy Urey, Chris Urey, Joseph Verrill, Melanie Wallace, Chris Wanchick, Joanna Washil, Jennifer First year of having to deal with lockers! Working hard is fun to do. Administration Dr. John H. Stephens. Superintendent Mrs. Becky Factor, Disciplinarian Mr. Merrill H. Giles. Administrative Assistant The 1987-88 school board consists of: Carl Jewell. Wayne McCullough, Larry Warner, Cedric A. Butchy, Claude E. Fulks, Lois Ann D. Hiles, Robert Ifft, James Ellenberger, and Daniel Mason. The board secretary is Gloria J. McElroy and the Solicitor is Lewis P. McEwen. Mr. Larry R. Connelly, Second year principal, stated, “The school year went well, considering we were short Mr. Hoge. All the teachers pulled together and made it a good and interesting 134 Mr. Larry R. Connelly. Principal Counselors and Secretaries i a Mr. Robert Curtis, Sr. High Guidance Counselor and Miss Kelly Travers, Jr High Guidance Counselor 135 Mrs Donna Anderson, office secretary. Mrs. Patricia Kornbau, guidance secretary, and Mrs. Nellie Mount, office secretary Elaine Firth Peggy Lengauer Cheryl Gawne Charles Klumph Donna, don’t be a dummy” “Are you people dead or what?” George Szilagyi Hmm. this looks interesting. Go Browns Marlene Eshbaugh Helene Kuhn 136 Jean Nolllnger Librarian Gym Becky Factor Frank Makarevich Ken Palmer Betty Sunday Norma McClearn Nurse Special Ed Mary Ann McCracken Jan Chappell Laura Court Terry Factor Andrea Fithian Mimi Mattocks 137 “What are you talking about”? 138 History Ken Behner Judy Bigley Don Bradley Ron Mahon Dave Martin Joe Urban Are my hands dirty? English Amy Calder Jean Ifft Karen Maly John Mongiello Hugh Ringer P Jim Sankey Alice Shepherd Leisure time is the best time. £ H Science Carol Bleggi Keith DeGraaf Brenda DeVincentis Jesse English Bob Gregory Mark Hannay Dan Weikal James Rust Reading Tina Greig Judy Ligo 139 Front: J Laaks, G. Shipton, D. Thorpe. Back: S. Danielson, A. McCullough, R. Strausser, K. Furey, M. Lucas. S. Ealy. S. Phillips. L. Means. R. Borowicz. Missing, E. Zigo, L. Hawk, M. Kireble. Mrs. Borowtcz, Cafeteria Manager Cafeteria and Fashion Step Kim. Bee. Di in the mini!!! How ‘bout the $3 dollar special no-lace tennies?? Ha Ha. I’m already finished! Is this all I get for $23? You caught us working hard again' Matt has Joel add up his excellent Javelin throws. Smile you’re on Candid Camera! I forgot to eat my breakfast. Hurry up and take the picture before we smile. County Market TOTAL DISCOUNT FOODS PINE GROVE PLAZA - GROVE CITY 458-7544 OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK COMPARE THE BOTTOM LINE! Good Luck to the Class of 1988 FOSTER GRADING CO. R. D. 1, Box 134 Jackson Center, Pa. 16133 Greenwood Pharmacy Greenwood Home Care 7 Locations in Western PA nd Ohio to Serve You 1851 E. State Street 285 Water Street Hermitage. PA 16148 Conneaut Lake. PA 16136 412-981-2800 814-382-2380 365 Greenville Road 123 Erie Street Mercer. PA 16137 Linesville. PA 16424 412-662-2240 814-683-5575 Mercer Shenango Streets 137 S Market Street Sharpsville. PA 16150 New Wilmington. PA 16142 412-962-5771 412-946-3531 7158 Warren-Sharon Rd Brookfield. Ohio 44403 216-448-2580 KIMES - CHEVROLET - BUICK - GMC, INC. R.D. 1 Grove City, Pa. 16127 PHONE 662-4140 Nelson's Flowers Flowers Gifts For Every Occasion 375 E. VENANGO ST. MERCER, PA 16137 Since 1919 Owned Operated By RANDY DEBBIE THOMPSON m F pnighta nf Columbus w MEHCER COUNCIL. No. 4720 PALMER POOL SALES Rt. 19— 5 Miles North of Mercer FULL LINE OF POOL SUPPLIES pijQypn EQUIPMENT INDOOR DISPLAY POOL CRABBE POOLS Phone (412) 475-3050. PENN POWER The Energy Makers RUDY'S AND SON'S RESTAURANT, INC. Energy and Education Mercer-Grove City Road Mercer, Pa. 748-32990 Where Great Sportsmen Meet Important To The Nation's Future 152 WeVe Fighting High '7e� s Flynns URRAtMES 4 AUTOMOTIVE CENTER SHARON-MERCER RO. • {ROUTE 62)« SHARON, PA. EVERYONE AT FLYNN’S AND THE FLYNN FAMILY CONGRATULATE TANIA FLYNN AND ALL MEMBERS OF THE SENIOR CLASS. WE WISH YOU HAPPINESS AND SUCCESS ALL THE DAYS OF YOUR LIFE. Flynn’s URRA TIRES I AUTOMOTIVE CENTER Mon. Thur . 8 - 8 Tues., Wed. Fri. 8 - 6 Sat. 8 - 4 Phone 346-3559 SHARON-MERCER RO. e (ROUTE 62) e SHARON. PA Personal Ch ck� Accepted With Propt ID 153 Armstrong Insurance Agency Inc. Snberson IBus Cota- 153 Connect Lake Road — Greenville. PA 16125 (412) 588-8310 In Ohio 1-800-245-1748 (412) 981-2233 In Pa. 1-800-632-8687 — Quality Motor Coach Service — OVER 50 YEARS OF SERVICE • AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS 662-4130 • LIFE • BONDS (CORNER RT. 19) 111 BEAVER ST., MERCER, PA. Keep the sparkle in your smile! Dr. Carl H. Bell 208 S. Pitt St. Mercer, Pa. 662-5101 154 1888 1988 EQ08 The employee’s of Reznor wish the graduates of Mercer High School the best of luck in their endeavors. REZNOR ah apaht 155 Courtesy of Your Local Financial Institutions. Leland C. King Agency, Inc 113 N. Diamond St. Mercer, Pa. 16137 Good Luck Class of 1988! Rachel's ROADHOUSE Iron Bridge Inn Foodmerchants Brewmasters 157 Phone: Mercer 662-5070 SEIDLE SAND AND GRAVEL, INC. Three Miles West of Mercer on Route 62 PRODUCERS OF QUALITY WASHED SAND AND GRAVEL P.O. Box 231 CLIFFORD S. SEIDLE Mercer, Penna 16137 158 Dr. John Schibli, D O. 104 N. Pitt. St. Mercer, Pa. 16137 June’s Sub Shop 115 N. Diamond St. Mercer, Pa. 16137 Phone 662-2453 Owners: Paul Marsha Griffiths 21 Different subs Homemade Soups Daily Specials Catering - Pa. Lottery MILLER’S OF MERCER 121 N. Pitt St. Mercer, Pa 16137 662 4580 County Optical Eye Care Center Dr. W. H. Carwford Dr. Bernard Hoyt Dr. David Hoyt Locust Grove Mercer Forge Co. McGill, power, Bell Co. Mercer Milling Co. Oaks Heating Appliance, Inc. Kenneth W. Rankin, D.D.S. Tri-County Industries, Inc. Richard A. Shelestak GOOD LUCK CLASS OF 1988 159