Merrillville High School - Merrillvue Yearbook (Merrillville, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 248 of the 1983 volume:

Student Life 6 Academics 50 Organizations 82 Sports 114 People 152 Advertisements 206 CNE J ' A IKIIND 1983 Merrillvue Merrillville High School 276 East 68th Place Merrillville, Indiana 46410 ONF . clfA IKIINI[ One Of A Kind 1 ‘One of a Kind’ beginning for MHS Our school is definately “One of a Kind.” Many changes and new things were added to make it unique in 1983. For example, MHS has recently developed a way to welcome their incoming sophomores. A Big Brother and Big Sister club was organized to eliminate the negative feelings students often experience. According to Paul Schuyler, principal, “The idea was originally suggested during a Quest retreat last year.” Sophomore orientation was the day chosen to put Big Brother and Big Sister into effect. Exactly 400 underclass- men and 56 upperclassmen participated. Laura Kapitan, sophomore, said, “The upper- classmen were very helpful.” Also, MHS has a new type of student I.D. “These I.D.’s serve many purposes,” said Tom Herbert, assistant principal. They are for athletic passes, smoking permits and correctly identifying students. Bill Kostantios, senior, stated, “I think they are stupid. I feel like I’m in prison.” “They are a hassle,” added Shelly Knopf, junior. Some students felt differently. Becky Forsythe, senior, thought “the new I.D.’s were necessary and useful.” Villarreal Brian Bardeso.i, junior, shows that MHS is “One of a Kind” at the 1982 play-off pep session. One of the drum majors, Tim Runholt, leads the MHS band as thy play the school song on Parent’s Night. 2 One Of A Kind Another new policy greeting all students was restricted halls during lunch hours. The administrators at MHS wanted a place where students could gather without disturbing classes. Herb Tolman, senior, said, “The restricted areas are stupid and I wish things would have been handled differently.” Yet, not all students thought it was a bad idea. Paula Vessely, senior, said, “It’s a good idea because the people in class don’t get disturbed, but the school should give the students a little more freedom.” Vincent Putting on the finishing touches, Eleanor Lewis, art teacher, completes the new ‘‘Academic Hall of Fame . Ron Gray, better known as Bucky, helps to gain spirit by cheering at football and basketball games as well as parade. One Of A Kind 3 Original ideas unite students, faculty in ’82-’83 Operation Pride made MHS One of a Kind”. The idea originated with Mr. Schuyler and Jerald Reinhart, choral director. The concern for the lack of communication between various groups brought about this program. Letters were sent to various students asking them to attend the first meeting. Mary Stanton, senior, was one of many students asked to attend. She said, “I thought it was about time that the students of this school were all together and not in separate cliques.” Trish Schreiner, senior, said, “I hope Operation Pride will get the school united. Sophomores, juniors and seniors should feel as one instead of separate.” In ’82-83 MHS was “One of a Kind” because of all the new equipment in many different areas. The math and science departments added a new computers. Also, the business department has more word processors and IBM computers than any other school around here. Grace Bovard, business teacher, said, “MHS is very fortunate to have so many computers. The computers are helpful in teaching word processing.” Operation pride had a very positive effect on the student body. This is another reason why our school became “One of a Kind.” After the powder puff game, two people find a quiet moment alone by the bonfire. Villarreal Carol Tetter, aide, Kim Manigualt, special Paul Schuyler, principal, conducts mini education teacher, and Kim Meade, junior, take sessions every friday morning. They each last advantage of the new salad bar. 15 minutes. He talks to many students about the meaning of operation pride. 4 One Of A Kind photos Vincent Parent teacher conferences helped parents become better acquainted with teachers. Cheri Vermillion, senior, gives MHS an early lead in the volleyball game against Hobart. One Of A Kind 5 Kawicki Villarreal 6 Student Life Student Life: During the summer, many students practiced hard for various sports. They were anxiously getting ready for the beginning of school and football season. The first day of school was “One of a Kind.” “On the first day of school at MHS, I was worried about getting lost, and I did,” said Buzzy Underwood, sophomore. Marty Geary, junior, said, “I’m glad I only have two years of high school left. ” “I feel sad because I know it’s my last, first day of school,” said Kim Koveck, senior. Many dances are provided through- out the year. The first one was the “Back to School Boogie”, given by Student Council. Some others include Homecoming, the Halloween dance, turnabout, the Valentine’s dance, and the most popular one — Prom. Everyday moved the seniors closer to graduation. This is a time for excitement, but it’s also sad to know high school ends soon. Bob Rosich, senior, said, “I’m excited to graduate but scared to be out on my own.” Vincent During the Homecoming pep session, the sophomores show their excitement after hearing they won for most spirit” during the powder puff game and parade. After the Homecoming pep session, Jon Rhodes, Craig Kosac, and Brian Bardeson, juniors, carry on the spirit that MHS is One of a Kind”. Student Life 7 Summer vacation? Freedom, sunshine, beaches, travel, Fourth of July, fun, no school! These are common words and phrases which come to students’ minds when summer vacation is mentioned. Along with the students of MHS, the community joined in on the summer’s activities during the Fourth of July Parade. Local businesses, clubs, organizations and schools participated in the holiday festivities. The MHS marching band, pom-pom squad and cheerleaders were an entertaining sight. Lori Riddle, senior, showed her smile as Miss Indiana National Teenager, as she rode through the Fourth of July Parade. Merrillville had its first annual Summerfest. It was held at Hidden Lake. MHS students, along with community members, enjoyed the many bands, carnival rides and delicious food. It was the first major attraction held in honor of Merrillville. Travelers were everywhere. Not only in the United States but also outside the country. Carol Ensalaco, senior, said, “I really liked Germany, and enjoyed meeting all the different people and traveling around.” Others enjoyed our country. Camper Kathy Krol, junior, said, “Camping was an experience which was very memorable. I enjoyed swimming, skiing and doing other outdoor activities. I’m looking forward to going again next year.” “All work and no play” was also a slogan this summer. Students worked at various jobs to save money or to spend money. Chris Carneillo, junior, agreed, “Although working takes your free time away, it also gives you money.” Students not only participated in the traditional summer activities, like the Fourth of July Parade, but also in school related functions, such as camps and workships, athletic team practices and the new Big Brother and Big Sister program. The football team and track team worked over the summer improving their skills. Michelle Dzyacky, senior, said, “Over the summer I worked out with top caliber high jumpers, and learned how tough competition could be. I had a chance to try and correct my faults of last season and improve myself for this season. There were many camps and workshops for students. There was a camp for the cheerleaders and one for the pom-pom squad. The senior football players went on a football “Senior Retreat” at Turkey Run for three days. Jon Giacomin, senior, reported, “I enjoyed it very much. The other seniors and Rev. Chrispell made it a success.” Purdue University offered a summer Engineering Seminar both at West Layfayette and Calumet City. Lynn Pigott, senior, attended the seminar in West Layfayette. She said, “The Engineering Seminar was an enjoyable experience. It gave me a taste of college life, and I can’t wait until next year.” This summer the Big Brother and Big Sister club was organized to eliminate the negative feelings new students often experience. Paul Schuyler, principal, commented, “The club got off to an excellent start.” The club took effect with orientation which took place on Aug. 24. Laura Kapitan, sophomore, commented, “The upperclassmen were very helpful.” Angela Andreatos Even in the heat of the summer, the dedicated Pirates faithfully practice to improve their skills and go on to an excellent season. Jim Gavelek, Shawn Vowell, Jay Mack, and Lou Castellani, sophomores, enjoy their lunch at the Big Brother and Big Sister Orientation. The MHS pom-pon squad and band march through the Fourth of July Parade, providing entertainment for the community. MHS students wait for the first bell to ring which signals the end of summer. Summer 9 FIRST DAY: Work again Every year the students come back to the same old routine the sophomores made their debut, the juniors followed with pride and the seniors showed up with smiles just knowing “that this was it!” Mike Stanborough, sophomore, said “I was scared at first, but I met a lot of really great people that made me feel right at home.” The seniors and juniors came to school with a few new rules and regulations ' added. The restricted hallways and the school ID’s were issued to all the students. The ID’s are used for the smoking area and for athletic passes. Theresa Burger, junior, said, “The athletic pass comes in handy. I ♦don’t have to worry about getting tickets for any home games. The passes were an excellent idea!” The parking permits is to be placed on the back bumpers of all cars parked in the parking lots. If it is not there, the student will be suspended for up to two days,” said John Stone, assistant principal. Jon Rhodes, junior, said, “Its really not that much of a hastle to put the permit on my back bumper”. The restricted hallways are used to keep the noise traffic limited to gym. This keeps all the students restricted from the English and business hallways. ‘The restricted hallways were a pain at first, because I would usually stand at my locker after lunch, but I quickly got used to it,” said Danna Beverly. Kathy Beckham Parpart Boys in A — lunch make use of their time with a little basketball. Operation Pride is just one of the activities that Nick Bravos takes part in. 10 First Day Vincent photos Bob Vincent After the first day of school the students anxiously wait for their buses for the ride home on Aug. 30. Along with the Pirates sticker MHS student cars can be seen with the new parking permits. Checking the newly issued smoking permits in the smoking area is Janice Qualliza, athletic director. First Day 11 Homecoming: Bucs ‘celebrate’ in ’82 Homecoming, “It’s a Celebration”, became the highlight of the football season. The marching band announced to fans, parents and students lining the parade route that the Homecoming excitement had begun. The German Club won “Best Float”, while the seniors won for “Best Theme”. Lisa Carrigan, junior, said, “It was fun to be part of the parade.” Another student, Louie Klimaszewski, senior, commented, “I thought the parade and powder puff game were the best ever, and it really tore me up because I knew it was the last one.” The fearsome sophomores over powered the juniors in the first game, 12-8. The seniors then whipped the sophomores 16-8 in the second game. Debbie Chidester, senior, said, “I liked the powder puff game, it was a lot of fun because we won. It was sad because I knew I wasn’t coming back again.” After the powder puff game, everyone gathered around the bonfire and kept warm. Liz Wardell, sophomore, said, “I thought it was really exciting because it was my first Homecoming.” Kim Koveck During the Homecoming parade, Alex Stojanovski, sophomore, keeps the band in beat as it heads down Broadway. Vincent The senior powder-puff cheerleaders, Jeff Snemis, Pete Zervos and Brian Petrovich, seniors, show their spirit as they “perform” on the senior float. Kathy Hicks, senior, and friends show enthusiam as they ride on the FEA float. Homecoming candidates, Karyn Palvas, Karen Rendina, Tuesday Grant, and Lisa Mack, seniors, smile at MHS patrons as they ride down Broadway. 12 Homecoming Vincent The senior powder-puff team shows the parade spectators before the big game that they are No. 1. Sophomore powder-puff players defeated the juniors in the first game. Kelly Keough, senior coach, gives the fearsome girls a pep talk before the game. The seniors defeated the sophomores 16-8 in the final game. Homecoming 13 HOMECOMING: Excitement continues The celebration went on and excitement continued to build as the Pirates prepared to fight the Valpo Vikings. Friday’s activities began with the pep rally. Members of fall sports teams were honored and all wished the Pirates good luck. The winners from Thursday’s pa- rade were said by Nick Bumbales, senior. The sophomore’s enthusiasm won their powder puff firetruck the “Most Spirited”. However, it was the senior float, “Don’t Stop Believin’ In Pirate Pride”, that won as the “Best Class Float”. Confetti and signs filled the senior section as the champions of the powder puff game declared their victory to all. The senior football player’s election of the 1982 Mr. Football re- sulted in a tie. Dave Woodward and Doug Cochran, seniors, were named Mr. Football. They each received a football signed by the players. “I was surprised,” said Woodward as Cochran added, “I was very honored.” Before the game, a spaghetti dinner was held in the cafeteria by the Quest Club and the athletic department. Students, parents and al umni attended the dinner before going to the field for the big game. At the half, the Pirates were down 0-7. But the fans kept their faith as they anxiously awaited the crowning of the Homecoming Queen. Members of the court were Tuesday Grant, Lisa Mack, Karyn Palvas, and Karen Rendina, seniors. The girls were escorted by one or both parents. Richard Demaree escorted the 1981 queen, Denise Dudak. She crowned the queen, Tuesday Grant. After the excitement, Grant commented, “I was very happy.” The game continued with the Pirates striking back and tying the opponents. When time ran out, the score remained tied and the game went into overtime. Suspense filled the air as the fans desperately cheered their team on. With a successful field goal by Branko Jocic, junior, the crowd went wild. The Pirates defeated the Vikings, 10-7. After celebrating Friday’s victory, the students were ready for the week’s finale, the Homecoming dance. The dance was held on Oct. 16 in the MHS cafeteria. However, festivally decorated with helium balloons and streamers to compliment the theme “It’s a Celebration”, it could hardly be called a cafeteria anymore. Music was provided by L L Mobile Sound and Lighting Company. Spasoff Studios took the dance pictures. The Student Council sponsored most of the Home- coming activities. Beth Bianco, sen- ior parade committee chairman, said, “We worked hard on Homecoming, but I think everyone had a good time and it was well worth it.” Jill Pennock After being crowned Homecoming Queen, Tuesday Grant poses with the 1981 queen. Denise Dudak. Sophomores show their spirit as they cheer the Pirates on at the Homecoming pep session. Vincent 14 Homecoming Couples dance to the music of L L Mobile Sound and Lighting Company at the Homecoming dance. After an exciting week, Mary Santos and Mark Thompson, sophomores, join the celebration. After receiving the Mr. Football awards, Dave Woodward and Doug Cochran, seniors, express their thanks to loyal Pirate fans. Homecoming 15 HANGOUTS: Friday night attractions A long week of homework and studying is over. It’s Friday night — the night you’ve been waiting for all week to go out with your friends, forget school, and just get rowdy. The night starts with a football or basketball game, where you yell and cheer the Pirates on to victory. After the game, you’re still wound up with excitement and ready for fun as you and your friends leave the parking lot with the radio jamming. Where to now? “After a game, you want to go where the gang is,” said Deena Takis, senior. In ’82, “the gang” usually went to Godfather’s Pizza. “Most people go there,” said Nick Bravos, senior, “because it’s newer and has better pizza. It’s a good place for everyone to get together and talk.” Lynn Pigott, senior said, “Godfather’s has a good atmosphere because it’s very lit up and open, so that you can see the whole place at one glance.” “We enjoy the students and having them here,” said Henry Ludwign, assistant manager at Godfather’s. “We are always packed with high school students on Friday and Saturday nights, usually serving about 400 after a game. All we require is that they don’t tear the place down.” Susan Kozak, junior, gave the most common testimonial for Godfather’s when she said, “I go there to see everyone else.” Not everyone migrated to Godfather’s, however, some opted for Shakey’s or another restaurant instead. “I usually go to Shakey’s or even Poppin’ Fresh Pies after a game just to get away from the crowds and relax,” said Ken Haupt, junior. “I like going to Pizza Hut after games because Godfather’s is usually too crowded,” added Dee Hill, sophomore. “If you want to be with friends from other schools, Shakey’s is the place to be,” said Cathy Seber, senior. “People go 16 Hangouts there from Hobart, Crown Point, Andrean and Merrillville.” Shakey’s $1 minimum food purchase worked more favorably than Godfather’s $2 requirement and specified size pizza. But as Phil Pardus, sophomore, said, “Spending a couple of dollars is worth having a chance to sit back and talk without a teacher rapping you up side the head.” Still others, as Takis put it, “Head for the nearest party.” Most, such as Hill, especially liked the dances held after some games. “I thought the dances were great. You didn’t have to buy food — you could just walk around and see nearly everyone from school there.” It all boils down to simply having fun. Who can forget milling around the arcades at Godfather’s or Shakey’s, slipping a quarter into the jukebox, or eating with one eye on that special someone in the next booth? Friday night — one night of freedom to relax and enjoy. As Seber said, “Going somewhere after games is a good time to see old friends, meet new friends, and enjoy yourself.” Carla Marson Enjoying their pizza, Susan Hines, Cheri Adler, Sue Metros, sophomores, migrate to Godfather ' s after a home football game. Vincent The inside of Godfather’s Pizza appears to be an overcrowded classroom of MHS students. Students go there to enjoy good friends and good food. After a Friday night football game, many MHS students go to Godfather’s Pizza. Parpart At poolside, the band, Departure, entertains students and guests at the Hodiday Plaza in Merrillville. photos Gray Hang Outs 17 Drama: Play ‘goes on’ 18 ‘Our Town’ The fall play “Our Town” was presented in Reinhart Auditorium on Nov. 11-14. The play took place in a small New England town. The characters consisted of the members of two families, the Gibb’s and the Webb’s. Martha Otterbacher directed “Our Town”. The play went smoothly. However, one problem was presented when Andy Otterbacher, senior, had to be replaced in part as stage manager by Tim Run- holt, junior. Suffering from mono, Otterbacher was unable to participate in the play. Dan Proctor, sophomore, said, “I think everyone did a good job in overcoming the problem and the play was a success. ’ Bridget Robertson senior, said, “I really enjoyed the play. I loved it. It was great.” Mrs. Otterbacher commented, “I think this group of kids has great potent- ial.” Some cast members felt that there wasn’t quite enough publicity for “Our Town”. Laura LaMarca, senior, commented, “I feel that more publicity would have definitely increased the attendance of the play.” Jill Pennock ‘Our Town’ cast Stage Manager — Tim Runholt Dr. Gibbs — Dan Vojovic Joe Crowell — Bobby McGuckin Howie Newsome — Dan Proctor Mrs. Gibbs — Wendy Blankenship Mrs. Webb — Laura LaMarca George Gibbs — Mark Sopko Rebecca Gibbs — Kelly Ellch Wally Webb — Michael Henninger Emily Webb — Mary Stanton Mr. Webb — Brian Tretter Woman in the Balcony — Angie Canchola Lady in the Box — Linda Roe Simon Stimson — Bill McCoy Mrs. Soames — Jessie King Constable Warren — Rob Winchester Si Crowell — Bobby McGuckin Baseball Player — Julian Stryczek Baseball Player — Scott Otterbacher Baseball Player — Jeff Lee, Sam Craig, Julian Stryczek Joe Stoddard, Tom Runholt People of the Town — Sherri Rose, Nada Miljkovic, Karen Smolnicky, Tim Runholt, Angie Canchola, Laura LaMarca, Linda Roe, Sandy Grant, Paul Van Simaeys, Dave Shatkowski T During a solemn discussion, Dr. Gibbs, played by Dan Vujovic, senior, explains the facts of life to his son George, played by Mark Sopko, senior. The town gossip, Mrs. Soames, played by Jessie King, junior, spreads rumors to Mrs. Gibbs and Mrs. Webb, played by Wendy Blankenship and Laura LaMarca, seniors. photos Vincent George Gibbs and Emily Webb, played by Mark Sopko and Mary Stanton, seniors, express their feelings during a love scene. The milkman, Howie Newsome, played by Dan Proctor, sophomore, delivers milk to Mr. and Mrs. Webb, played by Brian Tretter, junior, and Laura LaMarca, senior. ‘Our Town’ 19 Dancing the night away, Janice Lilly, junior, and her date attend the “Back to School Boogie.” Enjoying the beat, Bob Fox and Dawn Spiroff, juniors, do the bop at the “Back to School Boogie.” Karen Eyrich, Gus Tasicas Veronica Garza, Matt Wilk, Natalie Coyle, and Bob Gasich, sophomores, enjoy the experience of their first MHS Turnabout Dance. Carol Teeter, FEA sponsor, and her husband take time out to enjoy a little soft music. 20 Dances DANCES: ‘Boogie’ away The students at MHS “danced the night away”. Diane Ciochina, sophomore, said “The ‘Back to School Boogie’ was a great chance to meet a lot of new friends.” The Student Council sponsored the dance. The Student Council also sponsored the pre-Homecoming dance, the “Can- Can Dance.” The dance was to help provide the less fortunate with canned foods for the holidays. The FEA sponsored the Tournabout dance. This dance raised money for senior scholarships that FEA provides,” said Carol Teeter, FEA sponsor. Lori Jelesky and Steve Nicholich, seniors, said, “Getting dressed up was exciting” and that L. L.’s Mobil Disco made dancing with their friends the best part. Kathy Beckham The “Back to School Boogie” attracks “Dance Fe ver” enthusiasts Mike Stanborough and Mary Croarkin, sophomores. Ross Pupillo and Cathy Santucci, seniors, enjoy a quiet moment together during the Turnabout Dance sponsored by FEA. Dances 21 REVUE: Peanuts gang shines The Thespians put on their traditional variety show on February 24-26. Many of the skits with dancers, comedians and bands made the audience laugh, cry and jump out of their seats. The show was hosted by the “Peanuts” characters. Laurie Reinhart junior, said, “The most exciting part about the play was finally performing for my classmates.” Bruce Woods, director said, “All who participated did a wonderful job” and “my first year directing a pleasure. They were a great bunch to work with!” Joe Morrow, business manager, commented, “The audience was very receptive to the Revue.” He felt that everyone enjoyed it. Marla Kaser, junior, said, “I especially enjoyed the dancing, and I felt that all who participated showed their talent well.” Kathy Beckham Revue ’83 cast Peanuts Gang Charlie Brown ... Rob Winchester Snoopy Andy Otterbacher Linus Dan Proctor Lucy Cheryl Hardt Peppermint Patty . . Laurie Reinhart Schroeder Bill McCoy CAST Angie Canchola, Tom Runholt, John Harper, Glenda Gress, Ron Gray, Karin Teller, Dan Vujovic, Adam Fabrici, Ron Bianco, Don Bianco, Ken Haupt, Phil Labash, Nada Miljkovic, Jessie King, Caroyln Price, Sandra Grant, John Russell, Rachel Abramson, Tim Runholt, Mary Stanton Snoopy portrayed by Andy Otterbacher, senior, sits quietly outside his dog house. 22 Revue ’83 1 Some of the “Peanuts” gang, Dan Proctor, Linus; Cheryl Hardt, Lucy; and Laurie Reinhart, Peppermint Patty are having just a few disagreements. Kawicki Laurie Reinhart and Rob Winchester, juniors, sing a duet to show how much they really care about each other. Kawicki Revue ' 83 23 Homecoming: Seniors reign Proudly displaying the junior float, Scott Mizerak pulls it out onto the gym floor during the pep session. Don Engel, Nick Bumbales, and Casey Carrabine, seniors, struggle for the spirit stick that the seniors won for the most spirited 24 Basketball Homecoming Basketball Homecoming, although fairly new at MHS, was quite popular. Its many events began with Spirit Week which included College T-shirt Day, Preppy Day, Clash Day, Sweats Day and Purple and White Day. Sue Canchola, junior, stated, “I felt that the spirit days made it possible for everyone to participate.” Though each class participated enthusiastically, the Senior Class won the spirit stick which was presented to them at the pep session on Friday afternoon. Many different events took place at the pep session. A small scale parade took place in the gym with floats, built on wagons entered by each class and many clubs. Winning best float was the Spanish Club. Also announced were Dan French Stacey Plesha, sophomore Prince and Princess, Craig Kosac and Mandy Leposky, junior Prince and Princess, and Skip Walker, Lisa Mack, senior King and Queen. Lisa Mack said, “I felt very honored and pleased to be Basketball Homecoming Queen.” Homecoming activities continued Saturday night when the MHS fans gathered to watch our 72-49 victory over the Munster Mustangs. Concluding the Homecoming events was a dance held by the M-club. Josie Arena, sophomore, commented, “The Basketball Homecoming dance was exciting, and we should have them more often.” Angela Andreatos Kawicki Kawicki The Sophomore Class gets fired-up before the pep session. On Clash Day, Tom Cameron, assistant athletic director, and Janice Qualizza, athletic director, contribute to the Basketball Homecoming Spirit Week. Gray Basketball Homecoming 25 While enjoying a game of Uno, Patty McNally and Diane Vermillion, juniors, wait to see what Bob Scheub, sophomore, has in store for them. While setting up the game, Pat Armstrong, English teacher, explains the rules of Clue to Sandy Lines, Susan Metros, and Robin Sanko, sophomores. 26 Activity Period _ Activity: mhs provides fun Throughout the year students were given many opportunities to get involved in recreational activities. Intramural Tournaments was a new program started in 1982. Jim East, history teacher and basketball coach, organized the tournaments. The tournaments were held in the downstairs gym during lunch periods. MHS has never before opened the gym for recreational activities during lunch. The tournaments were open to anyone, although there were no girls who signed up. Some of the tournaments held were basketball, “Horse,” Twenty-one and table tennis. Many students participated in these tournaments. Other tournaments were suggested but the limited amount of time available made them impossible. Coach East said, “I think that the students enjoyed the Intramural tour- naments, but there’s only so much you can do in such a short amount of time.” During days that a tournament wasn’t taking place, the gym was open for the students to use as they pleased. Winners of the tournaments received trophies. The Student Activity fee paid for the trophies. Scott Orosz, senior, winner of the “Horse” commented, “I en- joyed Intramurals. I think it’s a good idea to give students something to do at lunch since they’re not allowed in the hallways.” Activity periods offered another opportunity for students to enjoy different recreational activities. Paul Schuyler, principal, started the Activity Program at MHS several years ago. He saw it done at Taft Junior High School and liked the idea and brought it to Merrillville. Students were required to sign up for one subject of their choice. Those who didn’t were assigned to study halls. Some of the most popular activities offered were basketball, raquetball, Shape-up, beautiful you and Uno. The teachers chose whatever they wished as their subject. Pat Mulloy, government teacher, said, “I chose Bogle for enjoyment more than any- thing else. I enjoy activity periods and I think the students do too.” This year activity periods were held only during the second jemester. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, com- mented, “At the beginning of the year the students are kept occupied with Homecoming activities. During the second semester is when they need a break from regular classes. Also, the teachers are very busy at the begin- ning of the year.” Joe Michael, senior, commented, “I enjoyed it my sophomore and junior year. However, now I’m a little tired of it. I guess I’ve run out of things to take and would rather go home earlier anyway.” Mr. Herbert said, “I think it would be well worth it if all of the stu- dents got involved. Too many of them take study halls or don’t bother to sign up at all. I’m hoping that with only five activity periods scheduled, the students appreciate them and get involved.” Jill Pennock photos Kawicki During activity period, Jeff Kontor, junior. Gene Guernsey and Nick Bumbales, seniors, concentrate on “Uno”. With the help of Dick Ebler, English teacher, Chris Daniels, sophomore, learns some new moves in chess. Activity Period 27 The MHS first caravan provided an exciting send off for the Pirates when they departed for the regionals at West Side. During the Gary Regional game against Lew Wallace, Lenny Schmidt, senior, shoots for two. Despite the Pirates valiant effort, the Hornets managed to slip by with a last second shot 52-50. The Merrillville crowd gels into the sectional spirit” as they cheer their team on to victory. Cutting down the net is a privilege reserved for winners. Mike Meshede, junior, enjoys this moment after playing a hard game against Munster. W INNING: Enthusiasm backs Pirates When the basketball team started into the Sectional Tournament, it was like the beginning of a new season. The MHS student body began preparing for this new season during the week before the final game. Student Council sponsored a spirit competition between all three grades. The sophomores were assigned the upstairs math and science hall. The juniors were assigned the front English hall. And the seniors were assigned the main hall. Each class decorated their area with signs supporting the team. Carol Teeter, aide, Valerie Tanke, publications advisor, and Jim East, history teacher and basketball coach, judged which hall was decorated the best. The seniors won and received a plaque which now hangs in the main office. Lori Jeleski, Student Council president, got the idea of the sign competition from Pierce Junior High School. Anne Guba, Student Council vice president, said, “We used to have this type of competition at Pierce and it worked well, so Lori suggested that we try it here.” The Pirates won the first game of the Sectionals against Calumet. They then went on to face Lake Central and Munster over the weekend. Many fans traveled to Calumet to support the team and be a part of their victory. The Saturday night victory over Munster ended with the ceremonial cutting down of the net. The following week was filled with excitement and preparation for regionals. A car caravan on Saturday morning sent the Pirates off to West Side. Coach East came to the Student Council with the idea of the caravan. He got the idea from schools where he used to teach. All students and community members were encouraged to decorate their cars and drive in the caravan. Coach East explained, “I wanted to try the caravan at MHS to get community involvement. Merrillville is a large, spread out community, and sometimes it’s hard to get everyone involved. I think the caravan was very successful, especially for the first year.” The caravan followed the team bus and two fan buses to the game. It was police escorted non-stop to West Side. It was er a mile in length. Margaret Stallings, home economics teacher, Mrs. Tanke and Mrs. Teeter judged the cars. Ten dollar gift certificates to Hegewisch Records were given to the people with the best decorated cars. Michelle and Carri Broda, sophomores, won first place. Second place went to Phil Pardus, sophomore. Bill McCoy, junior, came in third. When asked if he thought the caravan helped the team, Coach East said, “I think it helped a lot. Instead of getting support from the school the day before the game at a pep rally, the team got support from the community on the way to the game, when they really needed it.” Dennis Metcalf, senior basketball player, said, “I think the caravan was great. It got everyone actually involved.” Besides sponsoring the caravan. Student Council also distributed signs to local businesses supporting the Pirates. Lori Jeleski said, “We tried to get support from the community as well as the school, and I think it worked out well.” The Pirates lost in the first game of regionals. The Lew Wallace Hornets managed to slip by the Pirates 52-50 in the final seconds of the game. But the Pirate fans still had a lot to be proud of. Jill Pennock Winning 29 Englehart Gym was full of thrills, and a strange smell filled the air as the Donkey Basketball game on Mar. 15. The students that played on each team were picked by class presidents. Each team had four people on the court at a time trying to shoot baskets Annette Thompson, junior, said, “They were funny to watch, and hope I can participate next year.” The teachers really had a difficult time keeping up with the sophomores and seniors. The reason for their defeat, as Roger Hankins, U.S. History teacher, saw it, most of the teachers had problems getting of their “jack asses!” Tom Cameron, assistant athletic director, said, “A victory could have been taken by the teachers if I could have had a shorter donkey.” These were just some of the excuses that the faculty stated. But, MHS knows the real truth. “As a senior I was really glad to participate in the game, my only regreat was I missed my layup,” said Sandy Merced, senior. Jeff Olejnik junior, said, “I hope the faculty will have the basketball game next year, It was one of the better events of the year.” Kathy Beckham Sandy Merced, senior, trying her hardest to stay on her donkey, finally missed her only scoring opportunity. The fast break of senior Don Engle ' s donkey is too much for the faculty ' s defense. 30 Donkey Basketball FUN: MHS gets off their 4 donkey s’ On looker Mike Reagan, U.S. History teacher, watches Jay Mack, sophomore, shoot the winning basket. As he reaches the ball, Tim Riese, junior, plays tug-of-war with his stubborn donkey. Blood DRIVE: MHS ‘gives life’ The Red Cross blood supply has helped save millions of lives throughout the years. Adding to thei r supply were many MHS students. The students set a school record this year, donating 162 units of blood. The blood would be taken by the Red Cross to be examined further. First it will be type-cross matched, and then they will run it through 17 various tests. From there, the blood is sent to the different hospitals. There were some who helped with the blood drive, and others who just contributed. Dolores Poxon, nurse, asked students who had given blood last year to help. Among the helpers was Polly Cimbaljevich, senior, who commented, “I totally support the blood drive and feel that everyone who is able to should give.” Teachers along with the students contributed to the blood drive. After giving blood, Roger Hankins, social studies teacher, said, “I felt very exhilarated that my pint of blood would have the potential to save ' a life.” Angela Andreatos Even the faculty got into the spirit of donating as Marguerite Miller, secretary, demonstrates. Strapped down to the chair. Rich Jiminez. junior, is having second thoughts, before giving blood. 32 Blood Drive “ r . ( :■ ' Before giving blood, Skip Walker, senior, gives his medical history to Red Cross volunteers. “Ouch!” seems to be the reaction of Craig Parker, junior, as he helps save others by donating a pint of blood. After giving blood, Janet Wirtz, junior, compresses her blood vein. photos Parpart Blood Drive 33 Banquets: Dinners, awards highlight evenings The Sports banquets are just a small part of the banquets that take place during the year. Different clubs organize banquets to show their appreciation to those that have excelled through the year. The Publications banquet was held on May 19, at Elmars. Local newspapers joined Valarie Tanke, publications adviser, by giving two “Most Valuable Staffer” awards. Barb Underwood, senior, said, “I appreciate the award, and I am glad the staff appreciates what I do for the yearbook. Laura LaMarca, senior, won the award for the newspaper staff. The band banquet was on May 11, at Harrison Junior High. Laura LaMarca won the John Phillips Sousa award. Ken Haupt, junior, said, “The entertainment was real real good, especially the Miss Band contest.” The Choir banquet was held on May 17, at Merrillville’s own cafeteria. Ray Parpart, Vocalteens president, said, “The banquet was great because it was the last time I was with my friends.” Most of the awards given were gag awards. The rest were saved for Awards Night. Kathy Beckham Giving out a senior certificate, Brian Tretter, Laura LaMarca, senior, announces the band’s junior, hands recipient Glenda Gress, senior, Beauty Contest” winners, the award at the Thespian Banquet. 34 Banquets Joe Ameling, boys tennis coach awards Joe Arrendondo for “Best Mental Attitude.” Contestants for the Miss Band Contest take a walk for the audience. Receiving his athletic award at the Spring Sports Banquet, Make Safealeros, senior, shakes hands with assistant soccer coach Steve Peacy. Banquets 35 Working: Students seek $ for ‘pocket change] School is not the only responsibility of MHS students. Many students use their spare time wisely by taking on part-time jobs. The most common part-time jobs are fast food restaurant employees, salespeople, cashiers and retail clerks employed within the malls. Most of the working students save money for weekend activities, which include football and basketball games, movies and money for filling up their cars with gas. Barry Woodward, junior, said. Working a few hours at Kitchen Krafts gives me my extra spending money for the weekend. Yet some seniors think more practically like Steve Bunnell. He said, By working. I can save money to put myself through college.” Jackie Jaksa. junior, commented. My job at Burlington Coat Factory in Century Mall gives me Christmas spending money.” While Anne Guba. senior, said. I work because of the enjoyable people I work with at McDonald’s and the money I save for college.” Most of the working students enjoy their jobs, though those who don ' t find it so glamorous just grunt and bear it Robin Wade, junior, said, Working at Burger King in the mall is not the best job. but it helps support my weekend activities. Angela Andreatos Parpart Cinema worker . Laune Reinhart and Angela Ra Parpart and Carol a Price do their part Oanehola. dean up after all the movie goers in the sound booth for organisations that hire them to work m the auditorium 36 Working - - ■ One style of bagging groceries is shown here by Ron Rakos. junior, while working at Jewell ' s before they closed their Merrillville store. During a busy day at work. Phil Janovick. junior, and Bob Rosich. senior, take time out from work at Piatek ' s. Working 37 PLAY: Thespians bring laughter to MHS The spring play “You Can’t Take It With You” was presented by the Thespians in Reinhart Auditorium on Apr il 21 to 24. The first three shows were performances from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The final performance was a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. “You Can ' t Take It With You” was based on a love story. The two leading roles, Tony Kirby and Alice Sycamore, were played by Andy Otterbacher and Linda Roe, seniors. Martha Otterbacher directed the play. The Kirby family was a highly respected, well-to-do family. On the other hand, the Sycamore family was considered to be rather eccentric. When Tony and Alice’s families met, “You Can’t Take Penny Sycamore — Mary Stanton Essie — Sandy Grant Rheba — Laura LaMarca Paul Sycamore — Dan Proctor Mr. Depinna — Bill McCoy Ed — Brian Tretter Donald — Tim Runholt Martin Vanderhof — Mary Sopko Alice — Linda Roe the play became very entertaining and comical. Dan Vujovic, senior, commented on the play, “I think this is the funniest play the Thespians have ever presented. The audience really responded to this play, and it was very successful.” Publicity for “You Can’t Take It With You” was started much earlier than it was for other plays. Andy Otterbacher said. “This year publicity went out earlier; therfore, more people knew about it and more showed up. Pill Pennock It With You” Cast Henderson — Adam Frabrici Tony Kirby — Andrew Otterbacher Boris Kolenkhov — Dan Vujovic Gay Wellington — Jeammee Galovic Mr. Kirby — Tom Runholt Mrs. Kirby — Glory Murray Jeff Lee — Scott Otterbacher Three Government Men — Paul Van Simaeys Olga — Cheryl Hardt Mr. Kolenkhov, played by Dan Vujovic, senior, introduces Olga, played by Cheryl Hardt, junior, to Penny, played by Mary Stanton, senior. Dan Proetor, sophomore, and Mary Stanton, senior, as Paul and Penny listen as Gay Wellington, played by Jeannee Galovic, senior, 38 Spring Play reads Penny ' s play. At a dance lesson, Essie, played by Sandy Grant, senior, demonstrates her talent for her teacher, Mr. Kolenkhov, played by Dan Vujovic, senior. During rehearsal, Andy Otterbacher, senior, and Linda Roe and Tom Runholt, juniors, concentrate on their lines. While setting the table, Rheba, played by Laura LaMarca, senior, looks at fireworks made by Mr. DePinna, played by Dan Proctor, sophomore. Spring Play 39 photos Kawicki photos Gress Preparing for the performance. Glory Murray, junior, receives her finishing touches of make- up from Lisa Rusbasan, senior. A. WARDS Night: MHS honors ‘top notch’ students On Thursday, May 19, 1983, awards were given to MHS students. Recognized were those who received scholarships, academic excellence and various organizational awards. Co-Valedictorians and Salutatorians; Angela Andreatos, Carol Ensalaco, Dan Johnson, Linda Laudani, and Ed Brizendine. American Legion “Outstanding Senior Boy and Girl” Award: Ed Brizendine and Carol Ensalaco. American Red Cross Blood Drive Award: Polly Cimbaljevich. American Scholarship Program: Carol Ensalaco. Art Awards: Kim Greene, Linda Laudani, Karen Sierkowski, Sandra Grant, Paul Steininger, Chris Tomondi, Chris Welch, Vicki Jewel, James Smoot, Deane Shuman, Sherry D’Asto, Paula Daniel, Karen Wilk, Frank Chew, Liza Geeze. Ball State Distinguished Scholar Award: Tim Mesarch. Bausch and Lomb Award: Joe Michael. Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship: Debbie Fisk. Boys’ and Girls’ State Delegates: Joe Pienta, Carl Tully, Brian Curcio, Scott Mundell, Cindy Lamfalusi, Shari Moore, Jennifer Thompson, Kandy Papageorge, Jennifer Turean, Laurie Reinhart. Calumet College Alumni Book Award: Joe Zajac. Choir Boosters Award: Ray Parpart. Commision on Preside ntial Scholars: Carol Ensalaco. Danforth Foundation Awards: Angela Andreatos, Jeff Brown. Daughter of the American Revolution “Good Citizenship Award”: Debbie Fisk. Elks “Most Valuable Student”: Carol Ensalaco. Exchange Club Youth of the Month: Carla Marson, Lori Riddle. German American National Congress Scholarship: Andy Otterbacher. G.F.W.C. Suburban Federated Women’s Club Choral Award: Ray Parpart. Greek American Brotherhood Scholarship: Angela Andreatos. 40 Awards Night Hoosier Scholars Indiana Scholarship Commission: Joe Michael, Brad Touchette, Karen Wilk. Hugh O’Brien Outstanding Sophomore: Eric Michael. Indiana Society of Professional Engineer Awards: Dan Johnson, Linda Laudani, Ed Brizendine. Indiana Sheriff’s Association: Dave Satka. Indiana University Office of Latino Affairs and Hispanic Student Achievement Award: Conrad Jiminez. Inland Steel-Ryerson Foundation Scholarship: Adam Fabrici, Ron Holbrook, Mark Johnson, Rich Melvick, Lynn Pigott. Jill Jaskolka Memorial Scholarship: Brad Touchette. Josten’s Foundation Schola rship Award: Carol Ensalaco. JETS Team: Sherry D’Asto, Mark Dimitri, Carol Ensalaco, Dan Johnson, Linda Laudani, Joe Michael, Rade Radjenovich, Eric Schrenker, Scott Terek. Kiwanis (Merri-Glen) Career Seminar: Cheryl Fossey, Carrie Czarnecki, Ann Guba, Nick Bumbales. Kiwanis (Merrillville) Police Career Seminar: Mark Merced, Mike Mihal, Scott Riccardi. Kiwanis Scholarship: Kelly Lepp. LaSalle Steel Company: Cathy Geske. Louise Young Nurses Scholarship: Mary Krol. Media Fair Award: John Harper, Don Bianco, Ron Bianco. National Merit Scholarship Corporation: Carol Ensalaco, Jill Enzwiler, Terry Flynn, Dan Johnson, Linda Laudani, Carla Marson, Karen Wilk. Order of Sons of Italy in America Scholarship: Margaret Glorioso. Publication Awards: Barb Underwood, Laura LaMarca, Lori photos Vincent Rimer, Carla Marson, Trish Schriener, Lenny Schmidt, John Yakubec, Kathy Wiggins, Jackie Swike. Purdue University, Lafayette — Certificates of Achievement: Ed Brizendine, Jeff Brown, Casey Carrabine, Terry Flynn, Ron Holbrook, Karen Huber, Dan Johnson, Joe Koepke, Mary Krol, Tim Mesarch, Joe Michael, Lynn Pigott, Judy Pluth. Purdue University, Calumet — Talent Awards: Tom Adams, Adam Fabrici, Mark Howe, James Johnson, Steve Kaschak, Linda Laudani, Kelly Lepp, Willie Morris, Steve Nicholich, Pete Nonos, Zvjezdana Tica. Purdue University School of Agriculture Merit Scholarship: Joe Michael. Rotary Scholarship: Rade Radjenovich. Skinner Scholarships: Carol Ensalaco, Adam Fabrici, Sue Fryer, Jon Giacomin, Carla Marson, Karyn Palvas, Jill Pennock, Kerin Teller. Spanish Club Scholarship: Linda Lewandowski. St. Joseph’s College Trustee Scholarship: Nick Bumbales. Student Exchange Programs: Ysbell Duran, Jan Minners, Paul VanSimaeys. Summer Institutes for Juniors: Darryl Mclntire, A1 Wirtes, Pauline Gard. Teamster’s Union Local 142 Scholarship: Joe Koepke. United States ROTC Scholarships: Ed Brizendine, Terry Flynn, Jon Giacomin, Kirk Martin, Andy Otterbacher. University of Dallas National Competitive Scholarship: Carol Ensalaco, Dan Johnson, Joe Michael. “M” Awards: Seniors — Angela Andreatos, Ed Brizendine, Carol Ensalaco, Adam Fabrici, Jon Giacomin, Daniel Johnson, Linda Laudani, Carla Marson, Jill Pennock, Lynn Pigott, Nancy Rubush. Juniors — Mark Dimitri, Kathy Krol, Cindy Lamfalusi, Kandy Papageorge, Shari Patterson, Joe Pienta, Leonard Pysh, Rich Robinson, Tom Runholt, Joe Zajac. Sophomores — Louis Batides, Christine Daniel, Karen Ector, Jennifer Eibel, Cheryl Fossey, Lawrence Kacmar, Michelle Kray, Colette Lindborg, Catherine Malocha, Donald Markovich, George Mavros, Michael Mesarch, Valerie Nicksic, Kimberly Pachapa, Sharon Pigott, Rajko Radjenovich, Robin Sanko, Scott Terek, Daniel Wikse. “A” Honor Roll for Three Grading Periods: Seniors — Carol Ensalaco, Carla Marson. Juniors — Leonard Pysh. Sophomores — Cheryl Fossey, Catherine Malocha, Scott Terek. Perfect Attendance: Four years — Adam Fabrici, Don Hudock, Jackie Neff, Doreen VanMeter. National Merit Scholars receive their certificates recognizing their academic achievements. Receiving his scholarship from Sherm Lewis, guidance counselor, is Joe Koepke, senior. Awards Night 41 PltOM: Couples enjoy ‘Just You and V “Just You and I” was the theme chosen for Prom 1983 on Apr. 30. Couples began their evening by taking pictures at each others homes. The next trip was to the Greek Hall where the Prom was held. “I liked the way they decorated the hall with stars and streamers,” commented Jamie Desatnick, senior. Music was provided by L L Mobile Sound System and Spasoff Studios took pictures. Sue Long, senior, added, “This year’s Prom seemed to be a bigger success than last year’s.” Post Prom was also provided for Prom goers at the Greek Hall. The turn out for this year’s Post Prom did not have a very good turn out, only about 89 people attended. Lisa Carrigan, junior, commented, “The turn out could be better if a better variety of food was provided.” Finally after everyone had no more energy, they went home to try and catch a few winks of sleep before after Prom activities began. Dave Cacic, junior, said, “Besides having an excellent night at the Prom, the day after was just as good. Although tired from the Prom, we had a good time going up to Chicago. We visited the zoo and later went to the museum. I’ll have to go again next year, since I had enjoyed myself so much this year.” Kim Koveck Jennifer Duncan, Sue Foremski, Laurie Funder, Connie Evans, Jamie Desatnick, and Kelly Caravana line up for a last minute photo Prom Queen and King, Jackie Jaksa and Louie Spiru take time out from the dance for a picture together. Showing how to have a good time at the Prom is Michelle Spicer and Don Froeman. 42 Prom This prom couple dances eozily together while whispering in each others ear. Kevin Bell, junior, and his date Julie Fratzke. sophomore, take time out for refreshments. The ‘1983’ Prom Court awaits patiently to find out the final results, Beth Kormos. Jackie Jaksa, Dawn Halstead, and Patty Fargo, juniors. Prom goers Sharon Pigot r Dave ' Cacic, K Canady, Vicki Frey, Michelle Jachum, and Pat Frey, take a rest from all their dancing. Prom 43 Celebrating on their traditionally parade aroun acknowledge their departure. Waiting for the first and last free meal. Brad Moore. Joe Michael. Tom Prgomelja and Boh Gee. seniors, order their senior breakfast. During Senior Breakfast, several seniors take time to read their recently purchased copy of the Senior Mag. 44 Senior Week Senior WEEK: Final countdown approaches This is the time that all seniors await. The final countdown. The last week. The excitement and the tension build as the final day approaches. A lot of work and effort has gone into making seniors what they are. By this time of the year the seniors are inflicted with the feeling known as senioritis. They realize that they need a break from all the schedules and take a day off. This usually results in a day known as “ditch day.” Even though the weather wasn’t cooperative, it was nice to get away for the day,” explained Karen Rendina. Then came the time to receive your caps and gowns. This has to be the first sign of graduating. “It was exciting but it was sad, I finally realized that it was coming to an Pirpart end,” commented Jamie Desatnick. Next came the dreaded final exams. This was the night that all seniors tried to study. “Econ theory’s test had to be the worst nightmare of all tests, it was horrid,” explained Beth Bianco. Last but not least was the last day for seniors. Everyone gets real rowdy and the task of cleaning out the lockers was put into action. The halls are often decorated with papers from former classes. Engel explained, “I think that seniors shouldn’t have to clean their lockers, due to the fact that they are stepping out into the adult world, so therefore the underclassmen should be official locker cleaner outers.” This has to be the best time for all seniors to experience. “Even though it was the best time of all the school years, I am glad it is over,” stated Leslie Lucas. Lon Rimer Sherm Lewis, guidance counselor, organizes the seniors as they practice for commencement. Making sure all debts are paid. Jean Webb, treasurer, checks out Randy Wilkening and Sandy Metros, seniors. Senior Week 45 Dr. Robert Schrenker, superintendent, hands Joe Bellovary, senior, his diploma with a congratulatory hand shake. Angela Andreatos, co-valedictorian, gives a speech at commencement to fellow graduates and guests. Anxiously awaiting to receive their diplomas, 526 seniors wait for their names to be called out. The proud seniors leave the commencement exercises with smiles and tears. On June 1 , Jill Pennock, senior, accepts her diploma from Dr. Robert Schrenker, Superintendent. 46 Graduation Graduation: This is it! “We’ve experienced many first at MHS. First friends, secrets, rivals, and first loves,” said Angela Andreatos, co-valedictorian. The highlight of the year for the class of ’83 was graduation. The last week of school for the 526 seniors is filled with many exciting and memorable moments. During their last week, seniors traditionally participated in such events as Baccalaureate, Commencement and of course, Open Houses. MHS’s three co-valedictorians and one salutatorian, gave a speech at Commencement. Andreatos reminded the seniors of the many good times they re leaving behind at MHS. “We have made our impressions in this school, as much as it has made impressions on us,” said Andreatos. Carol Ensalaco, co-valedictorian, reminded us that they’re leaving good times behind, but “we have to grow up and face the real world.” Dan Johnson, co-valedictorian, also told the graduates that they must grow up. “Mom and Dad won’t be there anymore to make excuses for us,” explained Johnson. Ed Brizendine, salutatorian, stressed the importance of friendship in the high school years. He said, “Friendship is a part of our total learning process. We have made friends at MHS that will last us our lifetime.” Commencement ended with the turning of the tassels, led by the senior class president, Casey Carrabine. Laurell Evans Senior ClajsPresident Casey Cam the class oi ' STTTITB Englehart-fijm commencement exercises. Graduation 47 Because of the economic status, both young and old can be seen in local unemployment offices in Merrillville and across the nation. “Even adults need to be Questized, commented Roger Hankins, Quest teacher, as he instructs a program for “CROPE” A Community Retreat on Public Education. 48 News Event “He was one great man that will always be remembered,” said Laura LaMarca, senior, after working with Adam Benjamin in the Capitol as a page the summer before he died. Wearing the picture of the newest craze, Kim Hughes, sophomore, displays her loyalty to E.T. News: Serious problems affect area in ’83 This is the 1982-1983 school year. It can be remembered by the pep sessions, all the games, spring break and for some graduation. Not only can it be remembered or looked back on by the school happenings, but by the headlines. Catastrophe!! That could describe the Cline Avenue disaster. Thirteen people were killed when the ramp collapsed. This marked the worst construction accident in Indiana. Demise! Probably the one death that touched most everyone in Northwest Indiana was the death of U.S. Congressman Adam Benjamin. Also, there was Barney Clark. He was a break through for science by being the first to “survive” an artificial heart. Other deaths included John Belushi and Grace Kelly. Adventure! One of the hottest box office hits this year was directed by Steven Spielberg. “E.T.” grossed more than $300 million in six months. “Ghandi” won 8 Academy Awards, including best picture. “An Officer and a Gentleman” won for best song title in a movie. Strike! The football players decided that they needed more money. So, the National Football League went on strike. After a tough battle, they did get their money. Tragedy! Seven people were killed by Tylenol capsules laced with cyanide from some unknown person. The Tylenol scare spread nation wide as a result of this. Now, all drugs sold over the counter are safety sealed. The double-digit crisis! The unemployment rate affected everyone. Even though the inflation rate was decreasing, the unemployment was increasing. RIF!! This will probably be remembered most by everyone. Nineteen teachers in the Merrillville school district were on the “Rif” list. Public involvement was at the highest yet. The public became active after two coaches were put on the list. Over 550 people attended the meetings concerning the issue. There might be other things that you will remember that are not mentioned here for 1982-83, but these should help you trigger your memory. Lori Rimer Ted Klooster, assistant superintendent, explains the financial state at the School Board meeting that discussed the “riffing” of teachers which attracted more than 550 community members. Kawicki News Events 49 50 Academics While reading in class, Frank Primich, senior, listens to music on his Walkman. ' ON IE i KIND Waters Villarreal Academics: MHS students are “One of a Kind” in academics. An Academic Hall of Fame was added. A picture of the students reaching academic honors is on the wall. Eleanor Lewis, art teacher, painted the Hall of Fame. MHS also added computers to the business and math departments. It’s predicted that computers will play a major role in the future. “Taking a computer class will help me a lot in college,” remarked Karyn Palvas, senior. Building trades was almost cancelled. The economy wasn’t in good shape and some people thought it was unnecessary. The banks, however, thought it was important, and they were willing to support the program again. Tutoring for students in the math department was added in 1982. This helped students who were behind in geometry and algebra. Many teachers devoted their time after school. The Jets is a new club. It is sponsored by Max Hutchinson, math teacher, and Jim Vermillion, social studies teacher. Seven students make up the Jets team. They are asked questions, and they can discuss it until they come up with an answer. Purdue University sponsors the program in Indiana. New academic programs help make MHS “One of a Kind.” Boyd Yeoman, math teacher, helps Greg Ordway, senior, during the math clinic after school. Trying to get some quiet studying done. Bob Budner, senior, relaxes in the library. Academics 51 52 Aides Xeroxing 1 million papers keep teachers’ aides active Papers, papers, papers! This word must go through the minds of Sue Mathews and Gloria Zale many times a day. They are the teachers’ aides at MHS. As many as one million papers were xeroxed last year. The teachers’ aides type tests, run-off tests and run-off study material for the math, English, social studies, science and business departments. They also print tickets for dances of various clubs and tickets for the athletic department. According to Mrs. Mathews, the English department and the social studies department use the most paper. Roger Hankins, social studies teacher said, “They’re very cooperative, understanding and sincere in their work. They always do their best and never give you hassle.” The office also has quite a few requests. “It’s not unusual for us to have from 30-50 requests a day,” said Mrs. Mathews, “although Fridays aren’t as busy.” Students are also aides for teachers. Many students choose to be an aide rather than being in a study hall. The aides perform such tasks as grading papers, making signs, running errands and typing. All departments try to have at least one aide each hour. The Guidance Office also needs aides for the many errands they have. Many students feel they benefit from being aides. “I get to learn more about journalism and get to do my interviews that hour,” said Carla Marson, senior and journalism aide. Although the aides are kept busy, they usually have from 15-30 minutes to do their own homework. Mary Krol, Angela Andreatos photos V illarreal Working to meet a deadline, Sue Mathews, teacher’s aide, xeroxes a government test. Dawn Knight and Jayne Yetsko, seniors, wait for their next errand in the office. Using her time wisely, Lynn Pigott, senior, studies for physics in study hall. Villarreal Aides, Colleen Murphy and Sheri Mummey, juniors, help the Guidance Office during first hour. “They always do their best and never give you a hassle” Aides 53 Using detailed techniques, Peggy Gill, senior, finishes her cake. Don Shuman, MHS graduate, explains how he achieved this portrait of his sister Diane Shuman, senior. In cake decorating class, Michelle Eubank, senior puts finishing touches on her heart cake. 54 Home Economics, Art “Once you get hooked on you can’t give it up” Lori Mecchia, senior, is working intensly to finishing decorating her cake. Debbie Edwards, senior, awaits for her “prince charming” to sweep her off her feet. photos V illarreal MHS cake decorators gives “Betty Crocker” competition! Are you hungry? Order a cake from Carol Von Behren’s decorating class! This is the fourth year MHS has offered cake decorating; however, this is the first year that students have to take it two hours. Because it is two hours long, new techniques are being taught. “The Phillipine techniques, rolled fondant and color flow, are the new ideas that I teach,” said Miss Von Behren. If you’re interested in being in cake decorating, you have to have taken Foods I and II. Foods II will have a section called beginning cake decorating. You must have a “B” in beginning cake decorating to be able to take advanced cake decorating. “Once I you get hooked on it, you can’t I give it up,” said Judy Johnsen, senior.! In advanced cake decorating you I learn how to decorate cakes. Jenny I Demmon, senior, said, “You make lots! of roses.” I Besides learning how to decorate I cakes, you get on the job training 1 and learn how to take orders. Lori I Mecchia, senior, said, “It is good I experience, even if you don’t want to I work in a bakery.” I The cakes that cake decorating I classes sell are not expensive. | The money that the class makes I only goes to replace the supplies I used to make cakes sold. I Kelly Bartley I Home Economics, Art 55 56 Business While working on a timed writing, Karen Kirksey, sophomore, concentrates on her book in order to finish more quickly. Business Week highlights productive year With our economy in such bad shape and unemployment rates so high, the need for trained people in the workforce is always growing. MHS students realized this and took advantage of the many courses offered by the MHS business department. For the few students that have not taken any business classes, some of the activities done by the department gave insight into the importance of the business world. One of the major highlights of the business department was their participation in National Business Week. Grace Bovard, department chairman, had only positive comments about Business Week. “We got so many complements about all our hard work. Everyone was really helpful and I think we convinced people that business has so much to offer.” Some activities included a display in the main lobby highlighting changes in the business world. Also, there were buttons, signs and a song in the morning announcements. It seems Business Week works. “I have taken business classes, but I never thought of the great advantages I have over students who haven’t taken business,” said Kim Luytgaarden, senior. Beth Bianco Using the overhead projector for help, Janice Hughes, business teacher, presents the days lesson. photos Gray — photos Kawicki Parpart Keeping her attention on the print-out screen, Connie Popa, junior, works to complete her assignment. Typing is not just for females as Bill Gornik, sophomore, proves while working on a paper for class. Looking over the display in the main lobby in honor of National Business Week, Tina Malich, senior, admires the advancement of the computer. “I think we convinced people that business has so much to offer” Business Teachers help students increase vocabulary MHS students have work ahead of them. The English department is stressing vocabulary and spelling. The students now have vocabulary and spelling words in their English classes. The system was started by the Superintendent’s office. “Standard tests showed that vocabulary is an area students have weakness in. The vocabulary will better prepare the students for these tests,” said Linda Fry, English department chairman. “I think the new spelling lists give the opportunity to improve our vocabulary,” said Kris Martin, junior. Shari Moore, junior, commented, “I think the extra vocabulary will help boost our SAT scores.” The English department at MHS offers many courses to students. Semester courses such as English Literature, American Literature, Advanced Composition, and nine week courses such as Mythology, Medical Terminology, and Vocabulary are just a few of the many classes offered at MHS. Mary Krol Kawicki Carefully pondering the question asked, Valerie Tanke, publications advisor, helps her Journalism students. Carry Soderland, sophomore, seeks help from Ben Smallman, sophomore in their Intermediate Composition class. Linda Fry, new English department chairman gets ready to lecture one of her classes TORNADO Parpart 58 English photos Parp art “Standard tests showed that vocabulary is an area students have a weakness in.” Quietly reading, Julie Fratzke, sophomore, studies in her Intermediate Composition class. English 59 Taking time out from her lesson, Lana Pantelic, sophomore, listens to a Spanish dialogue. Kawicki 60 Foreign Language photos Vincent Three foreign exchange students attended MHS, Paul Van Simaeys, Ysbell Duran and Jan Minners. Visiting Northwest Indiana, Gerad Lombardi, French Ambassador, lectures to foreign language classes about France. “In Venezuela the teachers change classes rather than the students” Exchange students discover U.S. culture Venezuela may be a long way from the town of Merrillville, but that didn’t stop Ysbell Duran from attending MHS. Duran is just one of the three foreign exchange students at MHS. Jan Minners from West Germany and Paul Van Simaeys from Belgium are the other two students. Van Simaeys changed his residence every three months. Van Simaeys has been in the United States for one month so far and is planning on staying until July of 1983. He is in the Rotary Club Exchange Program and has come here to learn our culture and language. Van Simaeys has already graduated from his high school in Belgium, but he currently attends MHS as a senior. “Merrillville is much different than I expected,” Van Simaeys said, “It is bigger and stricter than our schools.” Van Simaeys explained Belgium schools as being more like United States colleges. The students have different classes every day and much more freedom. Duran has already graduated from her school in Venezuela, but also is a senior at MHS. She is planning on college, but since the college of her choice is full, she must wait one year before enrolling. She decided to spend that year in the United States learning our culture. Duran, planning on studying medicine in college, is taking mostly science classes at MHS. She is in the Youth for Understanding Exchange Program. Unlike Van Simaeys, Duran will be staying at the same residence, with Mr. and Mrs. John Connelly, for the entire year. Duran likes it here but says it is very different than her school in Venezuela. “In Venezuela the teachers change classes rather than the students. Students are with the same people in the same room all day. They do not meet as many people as the students do here,” said Duran. The third exchange student, Jan Minners, is also in the Youth for Understanding program. Minners is from West Germany and is staying with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Michael. Minners is spending his entire year with the Michael family. Minners had completed his sophomore year in West Germany and is attending MHS as a junior. However, since West Germany schools have 13 grades rather than 12, Minners will still have two years of school left when he returns. Minners also found MHS to be much different than his school. Minners explained, “In our school, teachers and students communicate more freely. Class discussions are held on an equal basis rather than the teacher explaining and students taking notes.” Minners is taking a variety of different classes. He came to the United States to study our language. He plans to go to college and major in translation or communication. “So far I like Merrillville,” Minners said, “it is very different but not too difficult to adjust to.” Minners explained that the students in the Youth for Understanding Organizations are put through many orientations and preparations before coming here to help them through difficult adjustments. Jill Pennock Kawicki Gray With the use of drill cards, Bonnie Sanders, Spanish teacher, hopes to improve her students’ knowledge of the Spanish language. Placed in the hallway to make up a German test, Carole Stannik, sophomore, works hard for a perfect score. Foreign Language 61 Fixing the fan belt can be very interesting as Tom Prgomelja and Jerry Meznarick, seniors, discover in auto mechanics. Student teacher Tammy Rawlings explains to Paul Klimaszeski, sophomore, how a hand router works in wood shop. “We learn how engines work and what to do when they don’t” 62 Industrial Arts Shop classes emphasize practical skills “Industrial Arts classes provide students with a better outlook to their future,” said David Moore, auto mechanics teacher. Welding, drafting, electric shop, metal shop and auto mechanics are offered to students who are interested in these trades or just feel like taking the class. Auto mechanics is one of the more popular classes according to Mr. Moore. The class is offered for two hours and gives the students a chance to get to know their cars. Individuals bring in their cars to work out various problems, or just to make sure everything is working properly. The owner of the car is not the only one that works on it. His classmates help out too. Some of the equipment used include sun computers, to figure out what’s wrong, hydraulic lifts, to raise the car, and timing guns, to set the idle. By fixing their cars, the students save money on repairs and, at the same time, learn more about their cars. Mr. Moore has been teaching this class for the past two years. Mr. Moore said, “I feel most students learn up to their potential.” Mr. Moore’s students felt that this class gave them better knowledge of their cars. Kurt Wiening, senior, commented that “we learn how engines work and what to do when they don’t.” According to Rade Petrovich, junior, “This class has taught me a lot about my car.” Sammy Higgason, senior, stated, “The best thing about auto shop is you can repair things on your car that you couldn’t do at home in your garage. The equipment and machines in auto shop ables you to fix your car instead of someone fixing it for money.” Kelly Bartley photos Villarreal Walters Getting ready for winter fun, Tom Making sure everything is properly Covaciu, sophomore, sands down his adjusted, Kenny Krmpotich, sophomore, snowmobile colling. uses a surface grinder to help his project along. Industrial Arts 63 Building Trades, Career Center mold futures A woman’s place is in the home? ' Jot according to Sara Fogle. Sara is the third girl to ever be enrolled in the building trades class. “My future jlans include joining the military ’orces and this was one way to help prepare for it,” said Sara. She is also enrolled in auto mechanics. According to Lealon Bottoms, Building Trades teacher, “Sara has a lot of ambition. She even has more than the boys in some areas. She works steady and is concerned with the end results.” Sara doesn’t mind being the only jirl in the class. “At first it was lard for some of the guys to get used to me but after a while they were all like brothers to me,” she added. Along with Building Trades, students can also gain experience at the vocational-technical school at the Career Center in Gary. Tech school is open to juniors and seniors. The student attends the Career Center for three hours and MHS for three hours. Students are offered various courses such as carpentry, keypunch operator, electronics and auto mechanics. Helen Todorofski, senior, said, “I plan on going into nursing. The Career Center is a great experience, and it will help me reach the goals I want to by helping people.” Jamie Desatnick, Mary Krol Before painting, Joe Demo, senior, sands the walls of the house the Building Trades class is completing. Sara Fogle, senior, patches the dry wall of the Building Trades house. 64 Building Trades, Career Center Career Center student, Alice Trowbridge, junior, practices in her data processing class. “At first it was hard for some of the guys to get use to me” Dave Bigelow, senior, saws a piece of trimming in Building Trades. Career Center. Building Trades 65 Gym classes enjoy aerobics craze “Stretch,” said Carolyn Tipton, phyical education teacher, as the girls workout to a record. The Jane Fonda record is what some of the gym classes have been using for aerobic exercising. Aerobics is one of the newest ways to fight overweight problems. Lisa Carrigan, gym aide, said, “I even got into doing aerobics with the class.” Mrs. Tipton said, “More recently the move is into aerobic workouts which is even more strenuous but still done to music.” At MHS both dance and exercise aerobics are taught. This may be a reason that there are so many new “healthy figures” at MHS. Aerobics are not only for girls. Across the nation, male athletes are enrolling in such classes as well as ballet classes. Kelly Bartley Photos Kawicki Lisa Bowling, sophomore, returns a serve to her opponent in physical education. Reviewing a test, Carolyn Tipton, physical education teacher, goes over the answer with her class. Caroline Baldazo and Collette Lindborg, sophomo re st retch to reach the sky when the a dass went to a health club for additional instruction. Gray 66 Physical Education, Music “I even got into doing aerobics with the class.” Jerald Reinhart, choral teacher, watches a student rehearse an important selection. Completing an aerobic routine, Chistos Sula, sophomore, exercises in gym class. Music, Physical Education 67 photos Parpart Practing a new song teacher, helps his c{ Jerald Reinhart, choral MHS scientists apply knowledge in laboratory research projects A few changes have taken place in Jerry Bratcher’s Advanced Biology class. Students have increased their research on genetics by using laboratory organisms for genetic progress. The organisms used are called “drosophila melanogaster” commonly referred to as “fruit fly”. Along with observing the genetic progress, students are also participating in extensive research on bacteria. Students are given practice time on identification of various organisms, and then they are given unknown organisms and must apply their skills. Mr. Bratcher stated, “MHS science department provides all the necessary background needed for success in a college science curriculum, particularly Health Science.” Briefly describing how the fruit flies were used, Chris Yugo, junior, said, “We cross bred two different types of flies, by wing or eye color and then observed how many of each we had.” Also revealing his experience with the flies, Jan Minners, junior, “The purpose was to prove Midelians rules. It was introducing us to labatory work, and I feel that is positive in contrast to the dry work we usually do in class.” The science department at MHS offers students an excellent opportunity to become familiar with courses ranging from Earth Science to biology to physics. The courses usually involve the completion of several experiments and time consuming projects. These projects are designed to develop the skills students need to work through their daily assignments. Earth Science involves the study of the environment and materials which make up the earth. In biology, students learn about people, animals and plants. Chemistry explains the reasons for various chemical reactions, and physics studies the matters of space and time. Amy Absher Carefully studying his light meter, Min Kim, Trying to discover what ion he has, Jim junior, applys the information needed to Rubush, junior, works on his qualitative lab. complete his experiment. 68 Science Science 69 photos Kawicki “It was introducing us to laboratory work, and I feel that it is positive in contrast to the dry work we usually do in class” During chemistry class. Dean Hess, chemistry teacher, stops the discussion to make an important point. Anxiously watching the screen, Paul Lozanoski and Jeff Petroff, juniors, enter their program. In need of assistance, Neil Miller, junior, searches the room for a helpful hand. Parpart U.S. History provides chance to discover family tree History not only offers a look at our nation’s past, but a journey into your own. “It is a personal type of history that directly involves the student,” said Jim Moody, U.S. History teacher. As a research project in some of the classes, students are able to track back as far as possible in your own family tree. This way students discover more about fore-fathers. “I was able to learn how my family came into the area,” added Marty Geary, junior. Psychology offers a chance to understand more about one. “I’ve always believed that Psychology benefits all students — no matter what their academic standing is or what their future plans may be,” stated Allyn Johnson, Psychology teachers. Nothing can ne more interesting or fascinating as to learn about one self — how you think, feel, learn, react, remember, and develop according to Mr. Johnson. Psychology could be described like trying to put together a jigsaw puzzle without the picture. According to Mr. Johnson, this may be the only opportunity they will have to study why we do what we do. “For me it was interesting to be able to understand why I think what I think,” replied Adam Fabrici senior. Lori Rimer Seniors trudge through their government class Standing in front of the students, Chris while waiting for graduation on June 1. Choncoff, Consumer Economics teacher, tries to make sense out of a difficult economic problem to his class. 70 Social Studies Barb Huddleston, junior, and Traci Tarchala, junior, ask the advice of Jim Moody, U.S. History teacher on the long class assignments. “I was able to learn how my family came into the Calumet area” Dorene VanMeter, senior, tries to convince Eugene Talmadge, Economics teacher, that students are right most of the time. Parpart photos Kawicki While thinking of the weekend, Ray Beder, senior, works hard on his government assignment. Allyn Johnson, Psychology teacher, explains to Eleni Papagiannis, junior, one of the many hidden powers that the mind posseses. Social Studies 71 New hours provide early study The MHS library expanded its hours to accommodate more students and faculty. The new hours are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. “We found that after experimenting with different hours the demand seemed to be for the morning hours,” said Tom Herbert, assistant principal. “The new hours will probably not encourage many more students to come in and study,” said Leona Burrus, librarian. The new hours will, however, be more accommodating to those students wanting to study in the library. “I seldom use the library but the new hours would be good for someone who doesn’t have a study hall and needs to catch up on their work,” commented Paula Vessely, senior. An interesting tidbit of information is that boys outnumber girls in the library by 3 to 1. Studying for an exam in the library, Andy Micenko. junior, demonstrates that boys use the library more than girls. Villarreal Lori Riddle Following the new library hour experiment, Working on a project while being filmed on Matt Wilk, sophomore, signs in. The results the video recorder is Craig Tucker, audio showed that students prefer using the library visual aide. in the morning. 72 Library, Audio Visual Parpart Library. Audio Visual 73 Parpart ex “We found that that after erimenting with erent hours the demand seemed to be for the morning hours.” Audio visual aide, Craig Schoenfeld, junior, gets a projector ready for a film to be shown. Velven Wooldridge, audio visual coordinator, reviews some of the files on the many films contained in the audio visual department. 74 Special Instruction Gray Delivering a projector, Jeff Donnell, sophomore, saves a class from an hour of work. Bill McCarthy and Jani Szymaszek, sophomores, work on their reading assignments. Proofreading her paper, Sue Prentoska, sophomore, looks over her assignment once more before handing it in. MHS gives ‘special’ instruction to pupils with ‘special’ needs The reading program at MHS provides continuous development in vocabulary and reading comprehension. “The students study language art skills and writing as well as reading,” said Margaret Burchfield, reading teacher. Through a variety of activities, the students better their ability to understand and use many words which leads to better written work. They also spend much time and effort researching and rewriting newspaper articles. In the reading lab, the students work on improving their understanding of the written work and the many related skills which make them better readers. The Special Education program at MHS is geared to help the students in the required subjects such as math, English, science and social studies. They also work on their reading skills. The program is very individualized. “The students work at their own pace and on their own level,” said Kim Manigault, special education teacher. The students also learn by helping each other. “One student may have a higher math level and another student may be higher in English,” said Miss Manigault. This allows the students to help each other in weaknesses. Mary Krol photos Kawicki “The students work at their own pace and on their own lever’ Helping one of her students, Margaret Burchfield, reading teacher, answers Bill Peters, junior, question. Carol Teeter, special education aide, helps Kim Manigault, special education teacher, grade papers. Special Instruction 75 76 Mathematics New computers gives realism to math, business departments A little excitement is added to Boyd Yeoman’s trigonometry class as he figures out angles and measurement of sides. photos Parpart These computer programmers work diligently to complete their assignments on the newly acquired computers. MHS has recently expanded their computer classes. The new computer additions are capable of teaching five languages. In the past, MHS’s equipment was limiting students to only learning the skills of word processing. MHS offers two types of computer courses, math and business. Computer classes are available to students in their sophomore, junior or senior year. The future includes the high school freshmen. This will be considered an advantage for these students who plan to further studies in computers. Dawn Plumb, senior, said “Unless the student has some familiarity with computers, one can expect a turbulent semester.” Overall, the effect on students and teachers has been a positive one. Grace Bovard, business department chairman, said, “With the new additions, the interest is going to be there and put realism in it.” Suzanne Pheanis, senior, added. “The new computer additions will make it possible for each student to easily adhere to a modern society.” Amy Absher As others waste time, Gary Glatt, senior, works studiously on this math problems. Working together as partners John Williams and Bob Remley, seniors, share the tasks of computer programming. Mathematics 77 COIN assists guidance office find individual career choices Are you undecided about a career? Well if you are, ask Sherman Lewis, guidance director, to introduce you to the COIN (coordinated occupational information network) machine. The COIN holds information referring to about 280 careers. The information is filed under micro-fiche film. Mr. Lewis said tha the information is updated; it can help you if you don’t know what career you’d like to get into. Students can enter the guidance office and fill out a questionnaire, which contains about 15 questions of possible career choices. After answering the questions, you mark your answers in the box at the top of the questionnaire. This box is referred to as the code. Cindy Saliek, senior, said, It helps you to determine a career if you’re undecided. And it’s easy to do.” After you find the code box, match your code up with codes written in a career information booklet. When you find a code that matches yours, you write down the career beside it and the numbers that correspond to the career. Once you have the number of the career, you find the micro-fiche film with that number. You place the micro-fiche film in the machine and find your collected career. The film will give you much information on the career. The COIN machine has information on careers ranging from bartending to being a Supreme Court Justice. Ellen Brownwell, senior, said she used it to find out the options of careers she had with the training she had in high school. Kim Shriver, Kelly Bartley Mrs. Shirley Matysiak, guidance counselor, gives a student some final advice before graduating on June 1. Keeping students aware of new opportunities, Lana Pantelic, sophomore, looks for information on different colleges in the guidance office. 78 Guidance A representive from DePaul University, Richard Lyons, talks to seniors about college planning. Linda Davis, guidance counselor, reviews the junior year schedule of Valerie Pappas, sophomore. “The information is updated, and it can help you if you don’t know what career you’d like to get into” Working in his office. Drew Furuness, guidance counselor, completes the paper work required of being a counselor. Guidance Counselors 79 Taking time out of his busy day, Paul Schuyler, principal, discusses a problem with Lee Bottom, building trades instructor. As a long day comes to a close, John Stone, assistant principal, looks over the next day’s schedule. Central administration for the Merrillville School Corporation is Ted Klooster, assistant superintendent, Robert Schrenker, superintendent, and Timothy Hyland, assistant superintendent. Villarreal 80 Administration Administration 81 Administration adopts policies for improvement at MHS Administration underwent many changes at the start of the school year. Tom Herbert was promoted from athletic director to assistant principal. Mr. Herbert’s new job includes supervision of curriculum, extra-curricular activities, and clubs, and other organizations. Mr. Herbert said, “I like the students and I like working with the fine faculty at Merrillville.” The daily routine of John Stone, assistant principal, basically includes attendance and discipline problems. Teacher evaluation and summer school supervision is also part of his responsibility. Mr. Stone said, “I like working with students.” Paul Schuyler, principal, has many important jobs. He is responsible for the educational process, supervision of all staff and faculty, communication with parents and many other important jobs. Mr. Schuyler replied, “It’s an opportunity to broaden the impact on young people.” Kim Koveck, senior, said, “I really don’t like the new rules, but they do help the educational process.” There have been many new policy changes in 1982. The new policy concerning the restricted hallways was one that many students disliked. Also, not being able to sit by your locker was another rule that students were not too happy about. Louie Klimaszewski, senior, said, “I feel the school is very poorly operated.” Klimaszewski also stated, “It doesn’t provide equal opportunities for all people.” There are students, however, who feel the administration has done very well. Alice Trowbridge, junior, said, “I think it’s better than most schools.” Jamie Desatnick The school board members include John Ban, Michelle Halsted, Babe Woodward, president, Bryant Mattews, and Eugene Carrabine. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, takes pictures for the student I.D.’s at the beginning of the school year. Vincent “I really don ike the new rules. )ut they do help he educational rocess” Djurich 82 Organizations The MHS pom pon girls dance to “Brand Ne Day” at the Homecoming pep sessio ©NE crA IKIINID Organizations: The students at MHS have a variety of clubs to participate in. These clubs require work for them to be “One of a Kind.” “MHS offers a variety of different clubs that interest students,” said Carol Kapitan, senior. Many clubs meet after school and during the summer. The people in these clubs have to give up their spare time in order to participate. Jamie Desatnick senior pom pon member, said, “We practiced all during the summer and after school. Our season ends in March. Clubs raised money by having car washes, bake sales, candy sales, calendars sales and license plates sales. Clubs raised money for many reasons. The cheerleaders and band members needed money to buy uniforms. Others raised money for field trips. However, some clubs keep the money they make until something comes along, or save it for next year. Ray Parpart, member of Vocalteens, said, “We sold Gift Mill, which is an order catalog that allows people to shop in the comfort of their own home, and we didn’t handle the merchandise. This was our annual fund raiser.” Also the band and orchestra compete with other schools. They go to contests and demonstrate why MHS is “One of a Kind.” Kawicki Busy working on their float, Cathy Geske, senior, and Donna Dogan, sophomore, get ready for the Homecoming game. Many students participated in “Revue ’83”, including a skit by Tim Runholt and Bill McCoy, juniors. Organizations 83 Audio Visual AV Club — Front Row: John Harper, Don Bianco. Second Row: Phil Labash, Steve Travis, Ron Bianco. AV captures first place The AV Club members have captured on film and on video tape many school events. The annual Homecoming parade and powder puff football games were shown on video during all lunch hours for those who had not attended and for those who had participated and wanted to view the events. “I thought it was a very good idea because some people didn’t get to see all of the activities,” stated Krissy Kouvelas, junior. The AV Club had the best car entry in the Homecoming parade, winning a first place trophy. Club members were actively involved in the school plays and musicals. This year they assisted with a slide show as well as an audio production. Probably the most important activity was taking part in the annual Media Fair sponsored by the Association of Indiana Media Educators. Schools from all over the state compete in eight different areas of communications. The AV Club was a state winner in “Best of Show” for the multi- media department. This was a four projector slide show with super 8mm film. The show was programmed to music from “Rush”. “They worked very hard on it and they deserved to win Best of Show,” commented Leigh Smith, sophomore. Laura Gavelek 84 Audio Visual Kawicki Untimely illnesses cause cast members anxiety “It was a really unusual year, several extraordinary happenings occurred. Many of our actors became ill which caused a lot of anxiety within the cast, quite a few times we weren’t even sure if the play would be able to open on time,” commented Laura LaMarca, senior. But even with all of the problems, the Thespians had a successful year. They presented “Our Town” in the fall, “Revue ’83” in the winter, and “You Can’t Take It With You” in the spring. In between their busy play schedule, the Thespians attended the Candlelight Dinner Theatre where they saw “Camelot” and “They’re Playing Our Song”. “Thespians is a different club from the other clubs at our school. In order to be a Thespian, you have to participate in the plays to earn points. By participating, you can either help with the stage or lighting or you can be one of the actors,” replied Glenda Gress, senior. “It is a lot of hard work, but it is well worth it,” added Gress and LaMarca. Karen Rendina Kawicki The Flying Ace, Andy Otterbacher, senior, shows his style in Revue ’83. Discussing important plans, Mary Stanton, senior, Tina Malic h, senior, and sponsor Joe Morrow, carefully think things over at a Thespian meeting. Thespian Club — Front Row: Tina Malich, Laurie Reinhart, Mary Stanton, Ray Parpart, Carolyn Price, Dan Proctor. Second Row: Kerin Teller, Nancy Carlson. Linda Roe. Brian Tretter, Cathy Geske, Bob Rosich. Third Row: Rob Winchester, Glenda Gress, Cheryl Hardt, Tim Runholt, Angie Christo, Richard Robinson. Back Row: Mark Sopko, Andrew Otterbacher, Bill McCoy, Joe Coto, Ron Gray, Joe Morrow, sponsor. Thespians Thespians 85 Creative Arts Creative Arts Club — Front Row: Linda Laudani, Carol Ensalaco, Annette Gerlach, Sherri D’Asto, Bill Slade. Second Row: Kerin Teller, Angie Burger, Vicki Jewell, Eleanor Lewis, sponsor, Karen Wilk, Linda Christoff, sponsor, Third Row: Danny Rose, Diane Shuman, Paul Steininger, Jill Back Row: Julian Stryczek, Linda Lewandowski, Carla Marson, Donna McBrayer, Mike Bondra. New club produces ’Purple Plume’ The Creative Arts Club is an organization allowing students interested in art and literature to portray their talents. This club allows them to publish their own magazine of work, written or drawn, by the students. The club chose “Purple Plume” as the name of their magazine. According to Paul Steininger senior, “Students work in literature and in art to form a magazine. The magazine will represent works of the students at MHS.” “We want to put creativity back in the school,” said Linda Lewandowski, senior, “instead of everyone turning to the mechanics (math and sciences) creativity is also important as far as technology advancements are concerned.” According to Eleanor Lewis, sponsor, the purpose of the club is to promote interest and to support the literary and visual arts at MHS among students and the community. Lori Riddle Reviewing manuscripts for the Creative Arts Club magazine are club members Linda Lewandowski, senior, Paul Steininger, senior and Linda Christoff, sponsor. Typing up newsletters for the Creative Arts Club entrees are Sherri D’Asto and Bill Slade, sophomores. 86 Creative Arts Speech and Debate Club — Tom Runholt, Andrew Otterbacher, Brian Tretter, Joyce Whittemore, sponsor. Speech and Debate Speech And Debate 87 Low membership predicts club’s end Everyone has their own opinion on things and likes to express it. Speech and Debate Club offers a chance to do this. “A subject is given at the beginning of the season and you research both sides of it before you perform at the meets,” explained Andy Otterbacher, the only senior member of the Debate team. Although this concept is a good one, the team was shown little interest by the students. “There were only four members on the team this year and next year they aren’t even having a club,” said Otterbacher. “There were no meets held here at the high school because there weren’t enough people to work them,” continued Otterbacher. Warren Eckles, junior, summed it up, “I’m disappointed.” Beth Bianco Preparing for his next meet, Andrew Otterbacher, senior, practices different speaking techniques. Kawicki New cheerleading squads promote school spirit at games MHS’s cheerleading squad has made many new additions since the start of the school year. One new addition was the volleyball cheerleaders. This squad helped cheer on the volleyball team. Sue Long, senior member of the squad, said, “The girls volleyball team made me feel more like a team member rather than just a cheerleader.” The girls basketball team also acquired a cheerleading squad. These six girls traveled with the team and helped them through a winning season. Karyn Wampler, senior member of the squad, said, “I liked cheering for them because they really appreciated us.” The idea of these squads was developed by the school board. Originally, the girls varsity cheerleading squad was required to attend girls basketball games, but that didn’t work out. A suggestion was made to develop these other two squads. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, said, “I think it was an excellent suggestion.” Mr. Herbert also said, “The cheerleaders did an outstanding job in developing a rapport between themselves, the fans Senior cheerleaders Lisa Mack and Karyn Wampler satisfy a sweet tooth before the Homecoming pep rally. Varsity cheerleaders — Cindy Saliek, Karyn Palvas, Kathy Wiggins, captain, Jill Pennock, Nanci Poling, Lori Jelesky, Trish Schreiner, Robin Wade. and the girls they were cheering for.” The football and basketball cheerleaders had regular seasons. Jill Pennock, senior, said, “I really enjoyed this year since both the basketball and football teams gave us so much to cheer for. It was a great season.” Jamie Desatnick Girls Basketball cheerleaders — Buffy Palvas, Valerie Vessely, Marla Kaser, Debbie Mihok, Lisa Mack and Karyn Wampler. Volleyball cheerleaders — Front Row: Sue Long, Dawn Halsted, Valerie Vessely. Back Row: Ron Gray, Scott Mizerak. 88 Cheerleaders The varsity cheerleaders displayed their enthusiasm after the basketball team defeated Munster and won the calumet sectionals. Karyn Palvas and Jill Pennock, seniors, lead the fans in a cheer. The reserve cheerleaders help to cheer the pirates on to a victory against South Bend Adams. Reserve Basketball cheerleaders — Karen Kirksey, Nadene Sever, Sherry D ' Asto, Allison Dakich, Shelly Kuzemka, Julie Zale. Reserve Football cheerleaders — Front Row: Shelly Kuzemka, Mary Croarkin, Patty Haupt. Back row: Sherry D ' Asto, Shawna Eberle, Stecy Plesha. Cheerleaders Cheerleaders 89 Chess Club Chess Club — Front Row: Ed Lopez, Jim Flannery, Ed Petrosky, Kevin Fitzgerald. Back Row: Zoran Sovljanski, Terry Gose, Jim Rubash, Jerry Rubash, James Edgcomb, sponsor. Boys capture sectionals in chess Concentration, that’s the name of the game. The chess club consists of six members, and it is sponsored by James Edgcomb. Unlike most clubs, the chess club doesn’t have any tryouts or entrance fees. Anyone interested in playing a competive game of chess can join the club. The team consists of an “A” team and a “B” team. The team plays on four boards, a draw receives half of a point and a win receives one point for the team. The team competed with Hanover Central, Hammond Gavit and West Side. The boys defeated Munster in the sectionals and missed going to state by only half a point. Sue Long Improving his skill, Jim Rubash, junior, practices with James Edgcomb, sponsor. Terry Gose and Jim Flannery, juniors, concentrate on strategy during a close chess game. 90 Chess Club Homemakers bring holiday to nursing home residents Who Are the Future Homemakers of America? They are a group of 10 girls, all seniors, who do certain social activities in Merrillville. At Christmas time, they visited a nursing home to brighten the lives of the many people. Judy Johnsen, senior, said, “I felt good on the inside after visiting the nursing home.” The FHA is a nationwide club. Either girls or boys can join; however, no boys have ever joined the club. Kerin Teller, president, commented that this year was “pretty outstanding as far as activities were concerned.” Margaret Stallings was the club’s sponsor. Leslie Lucas Photos Kawicki President of FHA Kerin Teller, senior, shows members their new shirts. FHA joined efforts with the Building Trades class to create a float for the Homecoming Parade. FHA — Margaret Stallings, Barb Huddleston, Kerin Teller. Ellen Kochendorfer, Ellen Powell. FHA FHA 91 Pom-pons Pom-pons — Front Row: Joanne George. Stacy Costidakis, Sandy Metros. Sue Foremski, Jami Desatnick, Judy Pluth, Barb Underwood. Paula Vessely. Tracy Buncich. Second Row: Nancy Carlson, Joan Puntillo, Diane Ramuscak, Carey Johnson. Diane Wirtes, Dawn Spiroff, Patty Fargo. Cindy Lamfalusi, Caroline Guip. Third Row: Lena Karabetsos, Tammy Modrak, Sue Metros, Angie Traficanti, Lisa Bowling, Chris Poti, Michelle Broda, Natalie Coyle. Back Row: Cherri Adler, Francis Katris, Kim Schlotterbeck, Sharin Pigott, Karin Smolnicky, Benay Kirk. Pom pons step out in dancing style The Pom-Pon squad attended Smith-Walbridge Camp in Saracuse, IN. Their sponsor, Candy Bella, once was an instructor at this camp. They learned many new routines for the football and basketball seasons. “Camp was a lot of fun because it gave us all a chance to know each other better,” said Jamie Desatnick, senior captain. The Pom-Pons performed the new routines at half-time of the football and basketball games. The new routines which they performed were, “I Got the Music in Me,” “Pink Panther,” and “Perdido.” Diane Ramuscak, junior, stated, “The routines had more action to them and it was more fun performing them than the old routines.” They also raised money by selling M M’s. With the money raised they were able to purchase new uniforms. “Selling M M’s was an easy way to raise money because people were always willing to buy them,” said Barb Underwood, senior. There are 33 members on the squad. Sue Foremski, Jamie Desatnick and Judy Pluth, senior tri- captains, helped to organize the squad. Kathy Wiggins Basketball pre-game activities are started off by the Pom-pon squad’s line dances. Pom-pons perform with streamers to the song “Fame” during halftime of a home basketball game. 92 Pom-pons photos Kawicki Flag Corps drill routine teach ‘team effort’ The Flag Corps consisted of 14 girls and led by the two co-captains, Colleen Blair and Laura LaMarca, seniors. Most of their routines were designed by Sue Williams, band director; she is also the Flag Corps sponsor. The girls practiced in the summer, after school and during band class time to achieve perfection for Friday night’s football games. All members are not only part of the Flag Corps but band members as well. The girls and the band members both marched on the football field during pre-game and half-time activities. Jackie Swike, senior, said “Being part of Flags for the past two years was a rewarding experience.” All 14 girls sold M M’s at the beginning of the year to purchase new uniforms. The style was decided on by the girls and their sponsor. The girls preformed to songs such as, “To Life,” “Macarena,” and “Solute to the Promised Land” provided by the MHS band. Toni Marando, senior, said, “Being involved with Flags was an experience that made me learn how to work on a team.” The Flag Corps consisted of five seniors, five juniors and four sophomores. Sue Long Vincent The Flag Corps preform to perfection on a cold Friday night during a football halftime. Anxiously waiting on a command, Toni Marando senior, performs with the band. Flag Corps Flag Corps — Front Row: Vickie Jewell, Robin Benson, Jamie Edwards, Lori Goodwin, Monica Houchin, Maria Olivadoti, Lisa Wilkenson. Back Row: Kathy Peterson, Toni Marando, Laura LaMarca. Jackie Swike. Crystal Laser. Flag Corps 93 French Club French Club — Front Row: Tom Runholt, Rob Winchester, Caroline Price, Chris Childress, Maria Pavot, Cheryl Hart, Kim Pachapa. Second Row: Valerie Pappas, Billie Stefanovic, Diane Niksch, Nancy Carlson, Jennifer Duncan, Alisa Hafner, Andrea Kawicki. Third Row: Debbi Mihok, Karen Wilk, Brian Tretter, Dan Vujovic, Mary Stanton, Patricia Callender, sponsor. Back Row: Vesna Pokrajac, Monica Houchin, Brian Cacic, Onofry Olivadoti, Ed Lopez. French Club enjoys fondue party Every year the French Club has a fondue party. Preparations for this party were done in the cooking class with each student making something different. The party gave students the chance to get to know their fellow students and teacher better. Patricia Callender, French Club sponsor, said, “Everyone had a good time and got to taste a variety of French foods. It was well organized.” Monica Houchin senior, commented, “The food was totally top-notch and disgustingly fattening.” Karen Wilk, senior, added, “The cheese was so thick that the food stuck to it. But it still tasted good.” The French club consists of 46 members. The president of this club was Brad Touche, senior. Leslie Lucas photos Kawicki Preparing her French creation, Diane Wirtes, junior, makes sure everything is properly measured. 94 French Club Spanish Club draws largest membership The Spanish Club, with 92 members, has the most members involved. The Spanish Club has a regular club and an honorary club. The regular club’s officers are Tracy Higgins, president; Trish Schreiner, vice president; Janice Lilly, treasurer; and Irene Halkias, secretary. The honorary club’s officers are Jill Enzwiler, president; and Linda Laudani treasurer-secretary. The honorary club is for the Spanish students who have been in the club for four years. The Spanish week was one of the major events. “Participation throughout the year was good. It always seems that in the beginning of the year there is more enthusiasm. This year a lot was accomplished in Spanish week,” said Schreiner, senior. Every year the Spanish Club sells M M’s. They raised money for scholarships. Food was donated by the Spanish Club to the Christmas food drive. “It is nice to donate food to people who are in need at Christmas time,” exclaimed Gene Guernsey, senior. During Basketball Homecoming, the Spanish Club won first place on their float. “Tracy Higgins and Debbie Fisk both spent a lot of time working on the Spanish Club float,” said Joby Arredondo, senior. Barb Underwood Spanish students Susana Eibel, Nick Pappas, George Marks, and Diane Ramuscak, juniors, share a joke before a Spanish Club meeting. Club members Linda Lewandowski, Jill Enzwiler, Polly Gard, Trish Schreiner, Linda Laudani, Debbi Fisk, Tracy Higgins and Ysbel Duran display pinatas made for the Christmas holidays. Spanish Club — Front Row: Mary Jeffries, sponsor, Irene Halkais, Jill Enzwiler, Janice Lilly, Linda Laudani, Traci Higgins, Debbie Fisk, Karen Lesniak. Second Row: Ysbel Duran, Scott Terek, Danny Rose, Donna Plumb, Penny Machnik, Angie Passaloukas, Josie Arena, Lori Equihua, Julie Zale. Sue Canchola. Third Row: Mike Bondra, Frances Katris, Carla Marson, Linda Lewandowski, Cheryl Fossey, Michelle Gray, Mark Enzwiler, Shelly Kuzemka. Back Row: Ed Lopez, Warren Eckels, George Marks, Joby Arredondo, Darryl Bennett, Joe Pienta. Spanish Club Spanish Club 95 Honor Society Honor Society — Front Row: Laura LaMarca, Debbie Fisk, Tracy Higgins, Linda Laudani, Mary Krol, Angela Andreatos, Carol Ensalaco, Rachel Abramson, Karyn Palvas, Lynn Pigott. Second Row: Karen Wilk, Carla Marson, Jill Pennock, Mary Stanton, Lisa Rusbasan, Zaya Tica, Judy Pluth, Karen Huber, Dawn Plumb, Nancy Rubush. Third Row: Mark Howe, Ron Holbrook, Jon Giacomin, Rade Radjenovich, Tim Mesarch, Steve Kaschak, Tom Adams, Ed Brizendine, Joe Koepke. Back Row: Brad Touchette, Adam Fabrici, Terry Flynn, Jeff Brown, Casey Carrabine, Steve Nicholich, Dan Johnson, Pete Nonos, Nick Bumbales. Discussing fund raising ideas, members of Honor Society met informally after school. Honor Society member Laura LaMarca, senior, participates in the exchange program with South Central High School. Photos Kawicki Society recognizes students with academic excellence The National Honor Society is a very prestegious organization for students who have a cummulative grade point average of 3.5 or better. The Honor Society recognizes those students who have worked hard to receive such high marks. The induction for new Honor Society members was May 4. Honor Society maintains its high standards by having teachers vote on students before inducted in the club. Each student in the club must have high standards and have good stature in the school system. The advisor of the Honor Society is Diane Mandon. The club sold MHS Pirate license plates to raise money. The officers of the National Honor Society were Ed Brizendine, president; Angela Andreatos, vice president; Kelly Lepp, secretary; am Lynn Pigott, treasurer. Andreatos said, “I feel honored an privileged to be a member and an officer of the National Honor Society.” Lenny Schmidt 96 Honor Society Field trips highlight club’s year The Earth Science Club, sponsored by Christine Pavel, is an organization for students who are interested in science outside the classroom. Members visit various places of interest throughout Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin to further their knowledge about past, present and future science information. “We don’t have anything like this in Belgium,” said Paul VanSimaeys, senior exchange student, “it’s the only club where we go places.” In the past, club members have visited the research departments of the Field Museum of Natural History, the Science and Industry Museum, the Oriental Institute, the University of Chicago and the Children’s Museum in Indianapolis. Officers include Carol Ensalaco, president; Lynn Pigott, secretary and treasurer; and Alonzo Villarreal, historian. Karen Sierkowski Earth Science Earth Science — Front Row: Scott Terek, Carol Ensalaco, Lynn Pigott, Margaret Eich. Back Row: Dan Rose, Brian Tretter, Christine Pavel, sponsor, Warren Eckels. Earth Science ' 97 Discussing future plans, Scott Terek, sophomore, and Christine Pavel, sponsor, ask other members for suggestions for future field trips. Club members gather in front of an exhibit at the Milwaukee City Zoo on one of the Earth Science Club’s field trips. Kawicki Student Council ‘does it all’ in ’83 “A great amount of time and effort was put forth by Student Council members this year to successfully plan the activities so often enjoyed by students and faculty at MHS,” said Pat Mulloy, Student Council sponsor. This large group consisted of 40 students. Student Council got a head start on things and began to prepare for the week of Homecoming. The Student Council sponsored all the events making up this week and chose the theme “It’s a Celebration.” With the exception of a few, Student Council sponsored most of the dances at MHS and unlike previous years, held a new dance called, “Daddy-Date Night.” Student Council also sponsored a very successful “Car Send Off” for Student Council officers Lori Riddle, Karen Rendina and Anne Guba prepare the agenda for the meeting. Student Council members shows their enthusiasm at one of their weekly meetings. the basketball team at MHS and took part in a “Retreat” for one day. The purpose of this retreat was to let the students get to know each other and bring them closer together. Beth Bianco, senior, said, “Being a new member was a unique experience. Everyone worked together to try to get things accomplished and I feel that’s important for an organization to have.” Also pleased with the job done by Student Council, Karen Rendina, senior secretary, added, “I feel this year that the council was more organized and seemed to accomplish much more than the past two years.” Although things went rather smoothly this year, a few proposed, changes are directed toward next year’s constitution. There is a possibility of having officers elected by Student Council instead of student body and all officers will have to be incoming seniors. Amy Absher Student Council — Front Row: Chris Franz, Valerie Pappas, Angela Andreatos, Lori Riddle, Lori Jelesky, Anne Guba, Karen Rendina, Jeannie Dudak, Phillip Pardus. Second Row: Pat Mulloy, sponsor, Jennifer Thompson, Allison Dakich, Mary Krol, Beth Bianco, Beth Kormos, Louis Maginot, Karen Hendrickson. Third Row: Caroline Guip, Shawna Eberle, Vera Angeloff, Patty Haupt, Mark Demitri, Lisa Mack, Sherry Moore, Debbie Lemke. Back Row: Ed Brizendine, Lenny Pysh, Eric Micheal, Jim Marando, Ray Radjenovich, Casey Carrabine, Joe Zajac, Ron Gray. Student Council 98 Student Council Gray German Club German Club — Front Row: Carol Ensalaco, Carrole Stanik, Stephanie Steininger, Janice Schnick, Rob Moore. Second Row: Lisa Wilkison, Scott Feneck, Ray Radjenovich, Rade Radjenovich, Karen Johnson, Vicki Tsampis. Third Row: Steve Kaschak, Vic Atsinger, Don Bianco, Ron Bianco. Back Row: Ray Hamilton, sponsor, Pete Andres, Dan Johnson, Phil Labash, Rich Robinson. Homecoming float excells again; members sell ‘Gummi Bears’ “We won the trophy for the best club float in the Homecoming parade for the second year in a row,” stated Lisa Wilkison, junior. The German Club also tried something new for a fundraising project. Instead of selling M M’s like most other clubs, the German Club decided to sell Gummi Bears. Ray Hamilton, sponsor, explained, (lummi Bears are a chewy candy shaped like bears, imported from Germany.” With money from Gummi Bear sales, the club took a field trip to a German restaurant. They had club parties such as the Christmas party and the Fasching party, similar to the celebration of Mardi Gras. This year’s officers were Carol Ensalaco, president; Rade Radjenovich, vice president; Lisa Wilison, secretary; and Frank Burke, treasurer. Laurell Evans The German Club parades down Broadway on their award-winning Homecoming parade. German Club 99 FEA FEA — Front Row: Sandy Grant, Jackie Neff, Cathy Seber, Diana Carlson. Second Row: Debbie Fisk, Kelly Spott, Mrs. Teeter, Doreen VanMeter, Lori Jelesky. Back Row: Polly Cimbaljevich, Tammy Jelenek, Cathy Hicks, Julian Stryczek, Linda Lewandowski, Laura LaMarca. Turnabout highlights FEA year The MHS Future Educators of American are a group of students that do things to make MHS more exciting. FEA sponsors the turnabout dance that is held each year. FEA also helps tutor students who need additional help in school. The annual teacher’s breakfast is also sponsored by FEA. Carol Teeter, sponsor, said that she and her husband enjoy working with students. Mrs. Teeter feels that FEA was a success this year because all the club members worked together to make the club work. The officers for FEA were Jackie Neff, president; Diane Carlson, vice president; Sandy Grant, secretary; Cathy Seber, treasurer; and Doreen Van Meter, historian. Kelley Spott, senior, said, “I enjoy being in FEA because it adds fun to school by giving and receiving gifts, and planning dances.” Lisa Carrigan, junior, said “FEA should of been a success because the turnabout dance was a success.” Kelly Bartley Performing her duties as an elf, Cathy Seber this time receives a holiday surprise from a teacher. 100 FEA Vincent Quill and Scroll inducts 17 new members Probably one of the most generally acknowledged of honorary groups in high school is the one that honors students with a very high GPA, the National Honor Society. But there is also a honor society that honors students for their superb writing and journalistic skills. This society is the Quill and Scroll. Valerie Tanke, in her first year as sponsor at MHS, is well experienced in this area. She was yearbook adviser as well as Quill and Scroll sponsor for four years at her previous school. Not just anyone can be in Quill and Scroll. Special requirements must first be met. The student must be in the upper third of his class and had to have been in a publications for at least one semester. Even if a student meets these requirements, he still must be recommended and selected by the adviser based on his work quality. Mrs. Tanke said, “The quality of the members is very high” and “they picked up the skills very fast.” The induction for this year was Mar. 17. Laura LaMarca, Jackie Performing the induction ceremony, Jal Swike, senior, lights a candle as Kathy Wiggins, senior, looks orji • photos Kawicki Swike, and Kathy Wiggins, the returning members, performed the ceremony. Each lit candles representing aspects of a true journalist. The main candle represented truth, which is the top priority of a writer. Len Schmidt, senior, thought “the ceremony was fun and well-organized.” Jill Pennock, senior, joked, “It was rather risky lighting candles indoors, and the ceremony should have taken place in the science lab where fire precautions could be met.” On May 18, the Quill and Scroll sponsored a publications banquet for members and their parents at El- Mars restaurant. The purpose of the banquet, according to Wiggins, senior, is “to honor the senior members and to get a good start for the next school year.” Karyn Palvas Taking the Quill and Scroll pledge, Karen Rendina, Barb Underwood and Angela Andreatos, seniors, will soon be official members of the Quill and Scroll, a journalism honor society. Quill and Scroll — Front Row: Valerie Tanke, sponsor, Lori Rimer, Angela Andreatos, Karen Rendina, Karyn Palvas. Second Row: Mark Kezy, Andrea Kawicki, Barb Underwood, Kathy Wiggins, Lenny Schmidt, Carla Marson. Third Row: Veronica Garza, Eric Michael, Laurell Evans, Jackie Swike, Ray Parpart. Back Row: Laura LaMarca, Joby Arredondo, Bob Vincent, Jill Pennock, Ron Lagenoek. Quill and Scroll Quill And Scroll 101 Merrillvue — Front Row: Kathy Beckham, Jamie Desatnick, Sue Long, Dawn Lisek, Kathy Wiggins, Barb Underwood, Karyn Wampler, Kim Koveck, Sandy Merced, Lori Rimer, Andrea Kawicki. Second Row: Valerie Tanke, adviser, Angela Andreatos, Mary Krol, Beth Bianco, Karen Rendina, Laura Gavelek, Kelly Bartley, Leslie Lucas, Cindy Saliek, Karen Sierkowski. Back Row: Karyn Palvas, Don Engle, Amy Absher, Lenny Schmidt, Jackie Swike, Alonzo Villarreal, Ray Parpart, Jane Yetsko, Ron Gray. Merrillvue 102 Merrillvue Carla Marson Working to complete their spreads Don Engle and Lenny Schmidt, seniors, search through negatives as Kathy Beckham, senior, looks on. photos Parpart With total concentration, Sandy Merced, senior, looks for pictures to use on ad pages. 1983 Merrillvue: only the name ‘remains the same’ JOrai rrxirt ' � « ' Mm, A new adviser, a new printing company, a new representative — could any more changes have swept through the 1983 Merrillvue? Yes! Staff members chose their own section styles, thus, “Each section will have its own look, and you’ll know sports from academics and ads,” explained Valerie Tanke, publications adviser. Gathered around the big work table in the yearbook room, staff members designed the format for their yearbook and decided how the finished yearbook would appear. Being part of an all-senior staff added incentive, as Kathy Wiggins, co-editor, illustrated, “The seniors worked harder because they felt it was their yearbook.” Few staffers will forget the camaraderie and freedom of working on the Merrillvue, where members worked at their own pace, free of teachers’ lectures. “We had lots of togetherness,” said Jayne Yetsko, staff member. “We always helped each other with things like captions and headlines.” “It was fun to get together and talk,” commented Wiggins, “but at the same time we were getting work done.” But as deadlines neared, tensions mounted, typewriters hummed to complete copy, rulers worked overtime to finish layouts and members anxiously awaited for the photos to be developed. “You aren’t pressured to work every day,” stated Barb Underwood, co-editor, “but if you don’t work one day, you might have to work harder another day.” No one breathes a sigh of relief until the finished product is on its way to be printed by Josten’s American in Tennessee. As Lori Rimer, staff member, concluded, “I’m relieved the work is over, but not the class. It was one of the best classes I ever had.” The Mirror The Mirror — Front Row: Alonzo Villarreal, Andrea Kawicki, Laurell Evans, Darin Abernathy. Second Row: Valerie Tanke, sponsor, Veronica Garza, Eric Michael, Carla Marson, Jackie Swike. Third Row: Glenda Gress, Karen Rendina, Trish Schreiner, Laura LaMarca, Ray Parpart. Last Row: Mark Kezy, John Yakubec, Joby Arredondo, Bob Vincent, Ron Lagenoek, Ron Gray. Newspaper staff makes major changes in paper format Writing for a newspaper can be an exciting and challenging experience. And writing for “The Mirror”, a MHS student production is no different. Many changes were introduced in 1983 to produce a totally new look for the paper. “The format was changed to look like a regular newspaper. We added more cartoons and unusual photos to make it more interesting for the students,” commented Laura LaMarca, front page editor. Jackie Swike, editor-in-chief, brought some new ideas home with her from a summer workshop on student newspapers; she attended Ball State University. “I learned about layout and design from instructors who were there from all over the country,” said Swike. Another major change for “The Mirror” was its new adviser, Valerie Tanke. She came to Merrillville after working in another system for four years. “Along with being helpful and friendly toward her students, Mrs. Tanke made a lot of improvements in the paper,” said Ron Lagenoek, business manager. Despite all these changes some things stay the same; deadlines still have to be made. Joby Arredondo, sports editor, stated, “I remember one issue when I was taking my story out of the typewriter as the printer was coming in the door, but that’s an exception not the rule.” Beth Bianco Busily typing to finish their stories, Veronica Garza, sophomore, and Laura LaMarca, senior, strive to make the Monday night deadline. Putting the final touches on the sports page, Joby Arredondo, senior, displays his outstanding abilities. Finishing page two layouts, Jackie Swike, editor, consults the previous issue for an idea. The Mirror 103 Spirited members support athletic teams through successful seasons at MHS Vincent Pep Club fans prepare for the regional match- up to begin against Lew Wallace. Pep Club has been very active in supporting all teams. During sectionals and regionals the club painted signs and put them in the hallways. Club president, Sandy Merced, said, “It was really great to be a part of Pep Club this year because the crowd was so enthusiastic throughout the seasons.” The members helped the cheerleaders to support the teams by forming a cheering block. Along with forming a cheering block, many of the Pirate fans dressed for the occasion. Students were also seen with purple and white make-up on their faces. “I believe that we’ve gained much support from the student body and have improved over all school spirit,” said Ron Gray, senior. Pep Club’s main goal is to promote school spirit. The over all school spirit generally depends on how rowdie the senior class is. “Working with Pep Club has its own rewards. The personal satisfaction of seeing the student body united is one of them,” said Carol Teeter, sponsor. Pep club obtained many of its goals Mrs. Teeter also stated, “We had a fine group of seniors to lead us this year. I am very proud of the effort they showed. They will be missed very much.” Jamie Dasatnick Hanging signs became very popular this year as Beth Bianco, senior, and Sandy Merced, president, demonstrate. Photos Kawicki 104 Pep Club Pep Club — Front Row: Anne Guba, Cathy Seber, Sandy Merced, Bill Koen, Bob Rosich, Andrea Kawicki. Second Row: Beth Bianco, Carol Teeter, sponsor, Lori Jelesky, Kathy Beckham, Karen Hendrickson, Sandy Grant. Third Row: Laura LaMarca, Diana Carlson, Tammy Jelenek, Teresa Spencer, Mary Ann Connelly, Jill Habrych. Back Row: Julian Stryczek, Jackie Neff, Cathy Hicks, Ron Gray, Linda Lewandowski. Pep Club M-Club M-Club — Front Row: Patty Ornelas, Jill Pennock, Pete Nonos, Scott Elliot, Karyn Palvas. Back Row: Mandy Leposky, Laurell Evans, Michelle Dzyacky, Jay Layman, Bob Beck, Casey Carrabine. Homecoming’s ’Slam Dunk’ dance draws large crowd for M-Club fund raiser “The ’Slam Dunk Dance’ was one of the best school dances we’ve had this year,” said Jennifer Potter, sophomore. M-Club members planned the dance which was immediately after the Homecoming basketball game with the guidance of June Owens, sponsor. The number of paid M-Club members was low. However, Mrs. Owens said, “Next year we are going to allow J.V. athletes to join the club.” She added that the membership drive will be extensive next year. Laurell Evans, junior, added, “M- Club’s purpose is to recognize students that have received an athletic M.” Officers for 1983 include Jay Layman, president; Bob Beck, vice president; Laurell Evans, secretary; and Michelle Dzyacky, treasurer. Eric Michael Students boogie down at the Basketball Homecoming ’Slam Dunk’ dance which was sponsored by the M-Club. M-Club members spent many long hours of work to enter a float into the Homecoming parade. Photos Parpart M-Club 105 Quest Club Quest Club — Front Row: Bob Vincent, Lance Bella, Bob Rosich, Tomi Lovely, Scott Mizerak. Back Row: Vicki Jewell, Debbi Parks, Bridget Robinson, Lori Jelesky, Jerry Kasarda, sponsor. Quest serves community As most Quest members know, Quest extends far more than just in the classroom. The Quest Club is for all students. In fact, much of its success and strength comes from students who have different beliefs, ideas and feelings. Jerry Kasarda, Quest sponsor, said, “The club is a type of organization that could help you in broadening your personality and help your self being.” “Such activities as giving Christmas and Easter plays for the preschoolers is an important part of Quest,” commented club officer Lori Jelesky. Also the club has been involved in community service projects, visiting senior citizens, group rap sessions, spaghetti dinners, soap sales, and selling flowers on Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. “The club is hoping to expand in the forthcoming years,” said Bob Rasich, senior. Don Engle Parpart During an early morning Quest Club meeting, Jerry Kasarda, sponsor, demonstrates how to consume a doughnut. 106 Quest Club Frosty the Snow Man, Bob Rosich, senior, talks to elementary children during the Chngtmas holidays. Bridget Robertson, senior, Bunny, greets elementary handshake and a hop. Vincent Sunshiners welcome new teachers The Sunshine Society is a unique club that only girls can join. The only requirement to belong in the club is to want to help others and share your happiness. Right now MHS has the only club in Lake and Porter Counties. A new chapter is being formed at Lake Station. Each summer the Sunshine Society sends their officers to camp. Kerin Teller, senior, said, “As president of the club I enjoy the Sunshine Society because I can share and give to others.” This year the Sunshine Society is sending a handicapped child to camp. They also went to tradewinds at Christmas to help the handicapped children. Grace Bovard, sponsor, said “The club has been the greatest happiness in all my years of teaching.” Brenda Boyd, vice president, said, “I feel that the club has made me more aware of other people’s problems. I can also relate to others better.” Kathy Beckham Kerin Teller, senior, shows Paul Schuyler, principal, her appreciation with a cup of coffee. Renea Miller, sophomore, and Cindy Scott, senior, serve the new teachers while they relax at a morning breakfast. Sunshine Society — Front Row: Becky Drakis, Michele Kray, Lori Equihua, Kerin Teller. Second Row: Debbie Marino, Karen Watkins. Third Row: Grace Bovard. sponsor, Dannette Guzman, Beth Jasiak, Fourth Row: Lisa Rusbasan, Renea Miller, Cindy Scott, Sue Scott. Back Row: Kathy Woods, Brenda Boyd. Sunshine Society Sunshine Society 107 MHS choir highlights year with music, dance, choral fest The MHS choir is made up of 65 juniors and seniors. The two main concerts of the year were the fall concert intitled “Scrooge” and the spring concert intitled “Celebration.” The Merrillville choir hosted the Lake County Choral Fest in which seven schools attended. Mr. Jerald Reinhart, music director, commented, “The Lake County Choral Fest seemed to be pretty successful.” Many choir members said they enjoyed being a part of the MHS choir. Connie Evans, senior, replied, “I enjoy music so in return, I also enjoy choir.” The choir has special groups of select people which make up the Vocalteens and the Velveteens. They sing as well as well as dance. Kathy Oliver, junior stated, “I met some of my closest friends through choir.” Kim Koveck Jerald Reinhart, music director, listens carefully to a recording of the choir rehearsing. The velveteens practice hard to polish songs and routines. They perform for school and community programs. Gray Velveteens — Front Row: Debbie Chidester, Connie Evans, Joan Puntillo, Carolyn Price. Back Row: Kathy Oliver, Cathy Seber, Dorene VanMeter, Tammy Jelenek, Margaret Eich, Benay Kirk. Vocalteens — Front Row: Scott Mizerak, Amy Giordano, Dan Proctor, Jessie King, Laurie Reinhart, Ray Parpart, Angie Canchola, Paul Tomak. Back Row: Ken Madsen, Cheryl Hardt, John Russell, Debbie Parks, Diane Bellamy, Jeff Maloney, Cathy Geske, Sandy Grant, Bob Rosich- 108 Choir The Choral fest includes students that participate from different schools as they join together as one choir. Making a float entry for the Homecoming parade, the choir enters ’’One Regular Sensation.” Concert Choir — Front Row: Diane Bellamy, Sue Canchola, Racheal Abramson, Angie Canchola, Sandy Grant, Carolyn Price, Joan Puntillo, Cathy Geske, Beth Kaegebein. Second Row: Laurie Reinhart, Connie Evans, Kathy Oliver, Dan Rose, Paul Tomak, Bob Rosich, Mike Marino, Margaret Eich, Benay Kirk, Dawn Lisek. Third Row: Dorene Van Meter, Jackie Powell, Jennifer Duncan, John Harper, Ray Parpart, Craig Schoenfeld, Don Bianco, Jessie King, Cheryl Hardt, Kay Shultz. Back Row: Traci Irwin, Kim Moore, Tammy Jelenek, Jeff Maloney, Ken Madsen, John Russell, Ron Kirby, Terry Eck, Lisa Gill, Cathy Seber, Debbie Chidester. 1 mUI Im I 1 l 1 ‘ l f | | m c fi: Wi ' _ i Concert Choir Girls Glee Velveteens Vocalteens Girls Glee — Front Row: Suzie Norris, Maria Pavot, Bobbie Conn, Carin Brown, Ann Spargo, Dawn Bridges, Cynthia Collie, Jennifer Potter, Karen Hendrickson, Kathy Guftakis, Marlette Gonzalez, Donna Dogan. Second Row: Anne Elliot, Natalie Coyle, Danette Guzman. Janice Schnick, Kim Winter, LuAnne Thomas, Kim Meade, Chris Froman, Paula Moon, Kelly Ellch, Julie Zale. Back Row: Lori Equihua, Holly Wozniak, Karen Smolnicky, Vicki Frey, Dee Hill, Kathy Thompson, Sandi Tharp, Chris Kroll, Lori Strong, Missy McCrosky, Karen Eyrich, Lisa Regeski, Renea Miller, Kim Cagle, Beth Jasiak. Choir 109 MHS band performs during game halftimes, parades It’s Friday night, Aug. 27, just before the first varsity football game of the season. A large crowd neatly dressed in uniforms gather just inside the gate leading to the field. The group proceeds around the track to the visitors side in perfectly formed lines. The two drum majors, conveniently twins, step onto the platform. There is a silence as the National Anthem begins. The MHS band is performing again. Even though the students are most familiar with the band performing at the football games, many of the members join together at basketball games to form the very popular Pep band. Granted, some students complain about it, most think it’s a great idea. As senior Karen Sierkowski commented, “It wouldn’t be the same without it”. Throughout the year, playing music is only half of what the band does. They planned a trip to Cedar Point. But to make the cost for each member less expensive, they have fund raisers. The sale of M M’s has always been a popular craze in the school. As Don Engel, senior, commented, “All the girls buy M M’s, and it keeps them quiet in class.” Other fund raisers conducted were the sale of cheese and sausage and of popcorn. Every July 4, the band marches down Broadway in the annual parade. Two other parades they participate in were Loyalty Day parade and Memorial Day parade. Band members show their talent during halftime at a home football game. Sue Williams, band director, admitted that the highlight of the year is when the band enters contest, which is held in Portage ever year. Here, all the Northwest Indiana bands come together. Each one is rated by three judges. The MHS band received a perfect score. Each year, some members of the band audition for the All-State Band. Only the highest quality musicians are chosen. The two MHS students that made it this year are Tom Runholt, flute, and Ed Guanajuato, bari-sax, both juniors. Honors were given to Len Pysh, flute, and Tim Runholt, clarinet, juniors. Dawn Lisek Pl R ates Band — Front Row: Adam Carroll, Tom Runholt, Jackie Swike, Toni Marando, Ken Haupt, Ed Brizendine, Alex Stojanovski, Mary Kay Hovanec, Carol Krawczyk. Second Row: Bernie Shimely, Dawn Bell, Robin Benson, Josie Arena, Kim Pachapa, Melissa Morris, Jennifer Bigelow, Colette Lindborg, Penny Machnik, Kristi Irwin, Tammy VanScoyk, Willie Morris, Amy Blair. Third Row: Mary Stanton, Lisa Wilkison, Donna McBrayer, Onofrio Olivadoti, Paul Kasprzak, Tim Runholt, Lori Goodwin, Diane St. Martin, Kelley Spott, Debbie Trzaska, Dan Johnson. Fourth Row: Karen Johnson, Jeannee Galovic, Jim Marando, Dan Dockweiler, Richard Jimenez, Rich Robinson, Vicki Jewell, Angie Christo, Ed Guanajuato. Back Row: Adam Fabrici, Mark Bateman, Bill McCoy, Mike Peterson, Brad Touchette, Laura LaMarca, Dave Shatkowski, Lance Bella, Joe Zajac, Mark Lieber, Ron Bianco. Band no Band The MHS band marches down Broadway during the traditional Homecoming parade Kawick “Pep Band gives me a good feeling inside when I give a really good performance,” stated Laura LaMarca, senior. The MHS band students give their all during half time at a football game with the help of Flag Corps members. Orchestra — Front Row: Dan Johnson, Bernie Shimley, Amy Blair, Adam Carroll, Kenny Haupt. Second Row: Mike Peterson, Lance Bella, Jeannee Gavolic, Laura LaMarca, Brad Touchette. Back Row: Phil Lund, Steve Simmons, Dave Shatkowski, Joe Zajac. Orchestra — Front Row: Melissa Morris, Jim Morando, Rich Robinson, Bob Rosich. Second Row: Dan Dockweiler, Adam Fabrici, Karen Johnson, Mark Bateman. Third Row: Paul Kasprzak, Bill McCoy, Rich Jiminez. Back Row: Eddie Brizendine, Kenny Haupt, Alex Stojanoski, Kevin Fitzgerald. Ed Guanajuato, Tom Runholt, Len Pysh, Tim Runholt. Band 111 Orchestra — Front Row: Mary Stanton, Tim Runholt, Tom Runholt, Jackie Swike. Second Row: Lisa Wilkison, Lenny Pysh, Coleen Blair, Jim Morando, Rich Robinson, Dan Johnson, Debbie Trzaska. Third Row: Mark Bateman, Bill McCoy, Kenny Haupt, Laura LaMarca. Joe Zajac. Back Row: Adam Fabrici, Karen Johnson. Alex Stojanoski, Dave Shatkowski, Phil Lund. Orchestra — Front Row: Margaret Reilly, Kelley Spott, Colleen Blair Dawn Bowman, Angie Christo, Vickie Jewell. Mark Lieber, Ron Bianco. Tom Nipper, Donna McBrayer. Ed Guanajuato, Willie Morris. Onfrio Olivadoti, Lisa Wilkison, Lenny Pysh, Patty Haupt. Christel Laser, Debbie Trzaska, Russell Parkhurst. Music department displays pride during orchestra week Just as our school has a band, it also has an orchestra. Even though they perform some of their concerts with the band, they do have some of their own. But since orchestra instruments are not designed to perform with the band when they march in parades, they have other activities to make up for it. They played dinner music at the Greek Hall at a dinner for the Friendly Sons of Erin. They also held an Orchestra Week. This was designed to make students more aware that there is an orchestra in our school. They showed some of their instruments in the front lobby display case and showed videos that week during lunch. The orchestra participated in the Lake County Orchestra Festival held in Highland and also went to contest where they received a second rating. Some of the students performed in solos or small groups. In solo and ensemble contests students received ratings. Dawn Lisek Parpart Four MHS band members won All-State honors. They include Ed Guanajuato, Tom Runholt, Tim Runholt and Lenny Pysh, juniors. Rehearsing for the fall concert, Danielle Fife, senior, and Kathleen Brooks, junior. photos Villarreal 112 Orchestra concentrate on their violins. Carol Stanik, sophomore, concentrates intensely on her selection for an upcoming concert. Orchestra Orchestra — Front Row: Susan Kozak, Cheryl Fossey, Patti Danyi, Karen Ector, Scott Elliott. Second Row: Doug Barnes, Kathy Oliver, Jackie Neff, Debbie Marino. Third Row: Carole Stanik, Denny Kulage, Steve Kaschak. Back Row: Mark Boyd, Charlotte Boyd, Kathleen Brooks, Danielle Fife, Thomas Mitchell, director. Members of the Pep Band anticipate their next opportunity to play at home basketball games. Orchestra Students give their complete attention to the guest conductor, Steve Larson. Choir 113 CNE ©If A Nil Parpart 114 Sports Mr. and Mrs. Giacomin are just one of the many parents honored on “Parent’s Night” by the MHS athletic department. Diane Vermillion, junior, spikes the volleyball over the net. Going to the net, Tom Adams, senior, plays his opponent in a singles match. Sports 115 Sports: MHS is “One of a Kind” in sports. This includes the football team with their 8-2 record. This “One of a Kind” record enabled the team to make the play-offs. “In the summer when we went on a senior retreat, I set a goal for myself to try to make it into the sectionals,” stated Don Engle, senior. The girls volleyball team went to regionals. They were unique because they had cheerleaders cheering them on for the first time in MHS history. The male tennis team was also “One of a Kind” winning their first sectional title. “We really wanted to win sectionals bad because we lost our sophomore year, so the seniors really wanted it,” said Joe Arredondo, senior. The boys swim team, the Bucs, sent Bob Beck, senior, to the state swim finals. Beck won his third state title. He said, “I was really pleased. I was happy with my times, but I would have liked to have gone faster. I made a few minor mistakes that altered my performance. Over all I have been swimming for 12 years, and I think it has paid off.” Scott Mundell, junior, and Jay Mack, sophomore, are the two wrestlers who also made it to state competition. The students at MHS supported their “One of a Kind” athletes. Pirates capture final spot in play-off bid The Pirates made the play-offs for the first time since 1977. In ’82 David Woodward, senior, rushed for eighth place in the area scoring. At the end of the regular season Woodward rushed for 550 yards and seven touchdowns. According to The Hammond Times, Merrillville was highly rated despite an early upset by Lew Wallace. Pirate touchdowns were scored by Jon Rhodes, junior, and Woodward. MHS led in most all statistics. They rushed for 222 yards but a fumble on the one yard line hurt. MHS had three interceptions in the losing battle. They were by Don Engel, Jon Giacomin, and Doug Cochran, seniors. The next week MHS traveled to Lake Central who had beaten a tough Bishop Noll. As shown in the outcome, the Pirates were ready. They crushed the Indians 42-6. Merrillville rushed for 296 yards led by Lou Spiru, junior, who rushed for 102 yards and 6 points. Woodward and Alex Pantelic, senior, had two touchdowns. The other one came on a 35 yard pass interception by Lenny Schmidt, senior. Giacomin and Steve Krutz, senior, each had one interception. The only Indian score came on a 94-yard kickoff return. After the Pirates got on the winning track, they were looking for number two. Munster came into the game with a 1-1 record. The Pirates shut out the Mustangs 28-0. Woodward scored two touchdowns. Spiru and Pantelic added one each. The MHS defense held Munster to 7 yards rushing and 54 yards passing. The Pirates rushed for 273 yards and 103 yards passing. Next, came Chesterton. It rained all day and night, but the Pirates prevailed in the muddy battle 10-0. Nick Bravos, senior, had the only Pirate touchdown. Branko Jocic, junior, iced the game with a 23-yard field goal. Pirates then faced conference rival Portage. The Indians scored first on a 59-yard pass. In the second quarter John Ogiego, senior, picked up a blocked punt and ran it back for a 43-yard touchdown. Late in the third quarter, Woodward plunged in from the one to make it 13-7. The Pirates rushed for only 116 yards. Pantelic had 58 yards. Krutz also came up with an interception. Lenny Schmidt Varsity Football 8-3 MHS OPP Lew Wallace 19 21 Lake Central 42 6 Munster 28 0 Chesterton 10 0 Portage 13 7 Hobart 6 14 M.C. Rogers 17 16 Valparaiso (OT) 10 7 Andrean (20T) 16 13 La Porte 34 0 Sectionals Highland 13 14 Villarreal Co-captain Mike Sakaleros, senior, leads the Pirates to a victory against Munster. Dave Woodward senior, feels his way through the line as the Hobart defenders close in. MHS fell victim to the state runner-up Hobart 14-6. Football photos Post Tribune 116 Football Varsity Football Team — Front Row: S. Mann, J. Bardeson, G. Gatlin, N. Bravos, J. Giacomin, D. Engel, S. Krutz, D. Woodward. Second Row: J. Ogiego, F. Primich, R. Moses, M. Judge, A. Pantelic, M. Sakaleros, D. Cochran, L. Schmidt, B. Remley, S. Bunnell. Third Row: J. Ogiego, S. Dougherty, T. Brown, D. Roszkowski, D. Waters, B. Jocic, K. Haupt, B. Curcio, N. Miller, E. Lopez, J. Rubush. Fourth Row: B. Bardeson, M. Oliver, J. Stewart, J. Miller, L. Spiru, K. Bell, P. Lozanoski, E. Schrenker, G. Karras, C. Kosac. Fifth Row: J. Rhodes, R. Niles, P. Fisacable, D. Herbert, D. Mriscin, M. Miner, M. Shayotovich, M. Geary, B. Woodward. Last Row: Coach Ken Haupt, Coach Roger Hankins, Mgr. J. Stryczek, Mgr. D. Lisek, Student Trainer N. Bumbales, Mgr. D. DeStefano, Mgr. C. Shoenfeld, Coach Jeff Yelton, Coach Joe Atria, Trainer Sam Ford. Lenny Schmidt, senior, tries to cut the corner as the Portage defenders close in. Football 117 8-3 season ends successfully for MHS The Pirates challenged their 4-1 record against AP 2nd ranked Hobart. According to Janice Qualizza, athletic director, 8 to 10,000 people were expected. It was a hard fought game but the Brickies came out on top 14-6. The Pirates showed that they wouldn’t die by scoring in the last quarter. Woodward caught five passes for 63 yards and one touch- down on a 26-yard pass from Ken Haupt, junior. The Pirates bounced back against their next opponent Michigan City Rogers. Rogers jumped out to a 14-0 lead until M-ville struck for 17 points in the fourth quarter. First, Lou Spiru, junior, took a reverse for a 70-yard touchdown. Then Haupt connected with Steve Bunnell senior, for a 78-yard touchdown pass. Next, Schmidt intercepted a pass and ran it back to the six yard-line. Three plays later, Jocic put the Pirates up for good with a 20-yard field goal. The Pirates took an intential safety and the game 17-16. Haupt completed five for 133 yards. Pleasing their Homecoming crowd, Pirates beat Valpo 10-7 in overtime. Valpo took an early lead in the second quarter on an interception. The Pirates recovered a fumble on the Valpo 39 yard line. On fourth down Nick Bravos, senior, completed the touchdown pass to Jeff Ogiego, junior. Jocic kicked the winning field goal in overtime to put the Pirates at a record of 6-2. Schmidt led the defense with 3 interceptions. Next came cross-town rival Andrean. It took two overtimes but the Pirates squeaked out another one, 16-13. At the end of regulation time, the score remained 7-7. Andrean scored first but the extra point was blocked. Next the Pirates scored on a pass from Haupt to Mike Judge, senior. But, Andrean blocked the extra point. In the second overtime MHS settled for a field goal to take the lead 16-13. Merrillville’s defense sacked the 59’ers quarterback twice for an 18 yard loss. All the Pirates had to do next week is win and they were in the play-offs. After Spiru started the ball rolling by scoring on an 8-yard run, Haupt plunged in from two yards out for the second score. In addition Pantelic and Matt Naspinski, each added a touchdown. The final iceing on the cake was a touchdown pass from Haupt to Bunnell. The Pirates crushed LaPorte 34-0. Pirates were in the Play-offs for the first time since 1977. The Pirates came out on the short end 14-13 against Highland. MHS took a 6-0 lead on a 22 yard pass from Haupt to Bunnell. The snap on the extra point was fumbled. The Pirates came out in the second half with a bang after Woodward returned the kick-off 96 yards for a touchdown. They broke down when Spiru fumbled. Highland recovered on the five yard-line. Two plays later they scored on a four yard pass. The Trojan’s other score came on a fourth and 2. Highland threw a seam pass for a 26 yard touchdown. The Pirates ended the season with an 8-3 record and second in the conference. The Junior Varsity finished first in the Duneland Conference. Their most exciting game was against Hobart. With six seconds left Dave Herbert, sophomore, threw a TD pass to Dan Green, sophomore, to win 6-0. Mike Shayotovich, sophomore, said, “We had a really good season, and if things continue to improve we could be very impressive.” Also Lou Castellani, sophomore, stated, “It was a super year, and it served as an excellent learning experience.” JV Football 6-2 MHS OPP LaPorte 33 0 Lake Central 6 14 Andrean 12 0 Chesterton 28 0 Portage 28 0 Hobart 6 0 M.C. Rogers 18 0 Valparaiso 6 21 Pirate secondary Ron Moses, senior, and Barry Woodward, junior, pursue an oncoming Brickie. Post Tribune Football 118 Football Football Leading a power sweep JV sophomores Rich Niles, 54, and Mike Shayotovich 17, looks for oncoming defenders. 4 • v- • - % • ' ■r- - V ; ' v - .« -1 ‘a -gw ? •vs.,. - ■ ••. - fJntu ■ ■%? : Reserve Football Team — Front Row: Buzz Underwood, Mark Krutz, Jeff St. Germain, Jay Mack, Jim Gavelek, Lou Castellani, Paul Matthews, Dave Herbert, Mike Shayotovich, Buddy Norris. Second Row: Jack McKinney, Mike Mesarch, Mark Schmidt, Rich Niles, Mike Miner, Bill Gornik, Gus Tasicus, Victor Atsinger, Walt Schreiner, Jeff Rice, Dan Vespo. Third Row: Ben Luna, Paul Klimaszewski, Matt Wilk, Jim Foster, Ron Maihofer, Dave Megquier, John Miller, Alan Radu, Greg Schuster, Jesse Guardiola, Steve Michael. Fourth Row: Ron Vlasic, Jeff Sopczak, Matt Naspinski, Paul Fiacable, Shawn Vowell, Dan French, Dan Green, Larry Kacmar, Neil Eubank, Tom Martin. 5th Row: Phil Pardus, manager, Jeff Martin, George Glagola, Bret Storey, Terry Gill, Bob Scheub, Richard Dyman, John Tagelski, John Catchur, Julian Stryczek, trainer. Football 119 Distance runners improve during seasons Girls Cross Country 2-5 MHS OPP Munster 36 19 Chesterton 0 32 Thornton Fractional North 28 27 Portage 49 15 Crown Point 49 15 St. Francis 22 34 Illiana 37 18 Boys Cross Country 6-5 MHS OPP Munster 26 31 Morton 15 47 La Porte 26 33 Valpo 45 16 Gary Roosevelt 50 15 M.C. Rogrs 23 23 Hobart 32 25 Portage 50 50 Andrean 22 34 Lowell 47 53 Griffith 47 27 When the warning bell rings to start another hectic school day, students run to their classes. At lunch, students run to be first in the lunch line. But when the final bell rings, a relieved student body relaxes and goes home. Yet the girls and boys on the MHS cross country teams are still running. The girls run everyday at Deep River County Park. In his first year coaching this sport, Jack Nueliep said, “Deep River is one of the roughest courses to run, but the most enjoyable.” The girls run five to six miles on this terrain. “This is an advantage for them over teams because the hilly country helps prevent injuries when running on an unfamiliar course,” said Coach Neuliep. The girls started running in the middle of July to prepare for the season, but official team practice didn’t begin until August. The boys team, unlike the girls, started their individual practice at the end of June. Coach Jim Moody said, “We take the boys to towns near by and tell them to find the route back to Merrillville.” This eventually amounted to between 500 and 800 miles of running over the summer. Coach Neuliep has a “very young team”, consisting mainly of freshmen and sophomores. The boys, on the other hand, have six seniors on the team. Gary Glatt, senior, said, “The team has a very good attitude because of the strong leadership. I think the addition of Loren Rachford, senior, on the team definitely made it stronger, but all of the runners perform well.” There are many factors involved in being a cross country runner, however, physical ability isn’t the most important aspect. Coach Neuliep said “Basically it’s mental strength and a desire to improve themselves . . . physical ability is not that important.” Captain Ed Brizendine, senior, said, “Each member has about the same ability, except for Rachford, who is our top runner.” At regionals they placed fourth, and then went on to semi-state to place twelfth. Coach Neuliep said, “The girls team will continue to improve their times.” Karyn Palvas Girls Cross Country — First Row: Pam Pfeifer, Chris Braun, Anna Lopez. Last Row: Liz Martinez, Robin Benson, Coach Jack Neuliep, Diane Metcalf, Brenda Tompkins. Towards the end of the race, Fernando Martinez, junior, strives for the finish line. Cross Country 120 Cross Country Cross Country Boys Cross Country — First Row: Jason Makulka, Paul Kasprzak, Ed Brizendine, Gary Glatt. Second Row: Bill Benjamin, Fernando Martinez, Loren Rachford, Don Rogers, John Yakubec. Last Row: Chris Wieser, Rich Hernandez, Coach Jim Moody, Ron Holbrook, Scot Semper, John Guzman. Concentrating on his form, John Yakubec, senior, runs with a consistent pace at the Duneland Conference meet. Cross Country 121 Netters capture first sectional title The varsity tennis team won sectionals for the first time in MHS history. The netters were led by strong players such as David Satka and Joe Arredondo, seniors. Satka who was at the first singles position with a record of 13-4 and Arredondo at the 2nd with a record of 16-4 will greatly be missed next year. Both Satka and Arredondo said that they enjoyed their season and accomplished their goals. This year has been a different experience for Coach Joe Ameling since he coached only the varsity girls in previous years. Coach Ameling said, “This being my first year coaching the boys team, I have found that the boys are very self- motivative and aggressive players.” The teams season started with an outstanding effort when the t eam placed second in the Highland Invitational. Tom Adams, senior, and Toby Darkins, junior, placed first in the doubles at the second doubles spot. Coach Ameling said, “I hope the winning tradition at Merrillville will continue in the future.” The following awards were presented at the end of the season: Dave Satka, Most Valuable: Joe Arredondo, Best Record; and Mental Attitude; Tom Adams, Most Improved. Dave Satka, senior, shows an intimidating return. Satka was the No. 1 singles player. Varsity Tennis — Front row: Tim Semic. Dan Wikse, Steve Ramusak, Toby Darkins. Back row: Tom Adams, Dave Satka. Dan Vujovic, Joe Arredondo, Coach Joe Ameling. Tennis 122 Tennis Tennis Netter teammates Dan Vujovic, senior, and Steve Ramusack, sophomore, display great team work. Boy ' s Varsity Tennis 14-6 MHS OPP LaPorte 4 1 Crown Point 1 4 M.C. Rogers 2 3 Hobart 4 1 Lowell 5 0 Portage 1 4 Chesterton 4 1 Valparaiso 3 2 LaPorte 4 1 Andrean 3 2 : M.C. Rogers 3 2 Hobart 4 1 Portage 2 3 Chesterton 5 0 Valparaiso Sectionals i 4 Hobart 5 0 Griffith 5 0 Lake Central 5 0 Highland Regionals 3 2 ! M unster 0 5 Reserve Tennis Team — First Row: Jim Marando, Niel Petroff, Eric Michael. Last Row: Bob Stephan, Jan Minners, Pat Nealon, Coach Joe Ameling. During the Hobart meet, Joe Arredondo, senior, concentrates on his forehand return. Tennis 123 Modrak advances; Shinovich 2nd in state It certainly was a memorable year for two outstanding players, Sherri Modrak, senior, and Jennifer Eibel, sophomore. Modrak qualified for regionals by finishing second at sectionals. Eibel remarked, “We are all proud of Sherri for making it to the regionals.” “I am happy to be representing MHS as the first individual in the girls regional in ten years,” said Modrak. Beating most of the girls, Modrak placed high at regionals with a score of 97. Coach Ed Wiles was very happy with the performance of Eibel, a returning medalist. Modrak stated, “I think Jennifer will be an ex- cellent golfer and one of the top golfers in the area by her senior year.” The team faced more experienced opponents including Michigan City Rogers and Valparaiso. Modrak explained, “Even though we had a very young team, I feel we had an excellent season. We beat most of the teams in our area and placed high in the major tournaments. We’re losing two seniors, but next year’s team should be as good, if not better than this year’s team.” The girls golf team ended their season by placing fifth at sectionals. The girls receiving honors at the sports’ banquet this fall included: Sherri Modrak, Best Attitude, Lisa Primer, Most Improved, and Jennifer Eibel, Top Medalist. Despite a 2-7-2 record, the girls proved their swimming ability with ties against two tough teams, LaPorte and Hobart. Karen Lesniak, senior, added, “Lake Central was another tough meet, but it was close, we only lost by four points.” “Every year the team seems to get smaller, which makes winning even harder,” stated Mary Dyman, senior. Sue Shinovich, junior, placed second in the 100-meter breast at state. Shinovich said she was happy to represent the team at state. The girls receiving honors at the athletic banquet this fall in- cluded: Mary Dyman, Most Valuable Player and Best Attitude, Karen Lesniak, Most Improved, and Margie Gianikis, Team Spirit Award. Karen Rendina Girls Swimming 3-6-2 MHS OPP Chesterton 29 90 Highland 31 88 LaPorte 62 62 Valparaiso 47 80 Hobart 63 63 M.C. Rogers 70 57 Portage 53 73 Lake Central 62 65 Crown Point 70 57 Munster 43 82 Girls Golf 6-7 MHS OPP M.C. Elston 218 209 Portage 210 232 Marquette 216 208 LaPorte 205 196 Chesterton 202 203 South Newton 208 196 Andrean 208 218 M.C. Rogers 223 172 Rensselaer 218 212 Knox 228 253 Hobart 215 237 Munster 211 230 Valparaiso 213 192 Showing her winning form, Sue Shinovich, junior, earned the right to compete at the state tournament. Golf 124 Golf, Swimming Swimming Parpart Girls Golf Team — First Row: Amy Cook, Karen Kasprzak. Last Row: Kim Greene, Jennifer Eibel, Missy Sadowski, Coach Ed Wiles, Sherri Modrak, Kathy Peterson, Lisa Primer. Girls Swimming Team — First Row: Susie Lax, Amy Giordano, Jill Giordano, Karen Lesniak, Lori Dian, Mary Dyman, Joni Dornburg, Cathy Olson. Last Row: Stacey Lawrence, Margie Gianakis, Sue Shinovich, Chris Froman, Anne Elliott, Coach Jim Walsh. Practicing diligently to cut down on her time, Joni Dornburg, sophomore, performs the 200- meter freestyle. Golf, Swimming 125 ►VVVVVW Swimming 126 Swimming v vvvmuv� V bfl ' W aw WWAWers get off toago y )VVV� V VVVV VVV ' vn � agajnst Lake Central. Swimmers small in numbers, mighty in pool When you ask a person what he thinks of “swimming”, he might answer with such words as fun, relaxing, beaches and summer. Ask this same question to a member of the MHS boys swim teams, and he will probably answer with words such as tiring, practices and competition. The swim team started practicing in October in preparation for their tough winter season. Practices were far from relaxing, with the team swimming about 300 to 400 laps a day. Unlike most other sports, the team practiced in the morning from 5:45 to 7:45 a.m. in addition to their practices after school from 3 to 6 p.m. All the work is very beneficial for swimming. Bob Beck, senior captain, believed that “one must be in physical shape for strenuous workouts, so the long practices are a great help to improve one’s swimming.” He also added that mental attitude should also be strong with a “very good attitude in or out of the pool.” Scott Elliot, senior, stated that the practices are “too long” and “fun, but hard work.” Helping the boys to improve their skills and attitudes was Jim Walsh, coach, and Kurt McIntyre, assistant coach. This was Walsh’s second year coaching the team and McIntyre’s first. The team finished with a 5-6 this year. The turning point in the season was the Lake Central meet. Joe Arredondo, senior, said, “After the Lake Central meet, competition got much harder.” Another important meet in the season was Valpo. Doug Lewan, senior, said, “We really wanted that conference victory, but we just could not do it.” The main reason for many of the team’s losses was its size. There were only 11 swimmers and 4 divers on the team. Coach Walsh commented, “We started with seven Boys Swim Team — Bottom Row: Joe Arrondo, Bob Beck, Dan Steininger, Eric Dornburg, George Marks, Coach Jim Walsh. Second Row: Richard Dyman, Scott Elliot, Bryan Cacic, Doug Lewan, Rob Wozniak, Coach Kurt McIntyre. Last Row: Richard Lesniak, Paul Tomac, Chris Yogo, Jay Carich, Dave Kierkowski. at the beginning of the year . .. as we gained a few swimmers our ability to compete as a team also grew.” The team’s strength came from the good quality and leadership of the swimmers. Beck said, “We had power up front and good quality swimmers with experience.” Coach Walsh believed that “we had an outstanding attitude for such a small team.” He felt that “all of the guys made tremendous strides forward as individuals as well as athletes this year.” They finished their regular season second in the conference, they placed fourth at sectionals and they placed eleventh at the state meet. Beck placed first in the 200 IM, winning his third state title and also setting a new state record in that event. He swam to a second place finish in the 100 backstroke. Coach Walsh was very pleased and felt that “his record is remarkable” and that “the hard work and sacrifice paid off.” The medley relay team also put in a great effort to place eighth in that event. After the state meet, Arredondo said, “We may not have been too big, but we did a good job and had a heck of a time doing so.” Coach Walsh added, “I’m proud to have coached this team.” Kawicki Swimming Practicing the butterfly, Scott Elliot, senior, shows good form and determination. pho tos Kawicki Boys Swimming 5-6 MHS Opp Chesterton 66 61 Hobart 74 53 Portage 68 59 Lake Central 59 68 Crown Point 58 68 Munster 50 77 Valpo 49 78 LaPorte 75 52 M.C. Rogers 87 40 Bishop Noll 46 80 Highland 49 78 Caught in mid-air, Dave Kierkowski, junior, executes a great dive. After winning the Zoo IM, Bob Beck, senior, takes a rest at the state finals in Indianapolis. Swimming 127 GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL 17-6 MHS OPP Hammond Gavit L w Crown Point L w Lake Central W L Lake Station W L Lowell w L Calumet L W Chesterton w L Bishop Noll L W Munster W L M.C. Rogers w L Hammond Morton L W Griffith W L Highland W L Hobart w L Valparaiso w L Hebron w L Andrean w L Portage w L LaPorte w L Sectionals Hobart w L Valparaiso w L Chesterton w L Regionals Calumet L w J.V. Volleyball Team — Front Row: Kara East, Tabby Hicks, Karen Ector. Second Row: Jill Habrych, Valerie Pappas, Teresa Silva, Linda Kruppa. Third Row: Laura Kapitan, Kim Scholtz, Sandra Tharp. Back Row: Manager Andrea Kawicki, Coach Sandy Love, Diane Wilk, Karen Johnson, Pam Wilczynski, Manager Theresa Spencer. Showing her spiking form, Cheri Vermillion, senior, puts the ball over the net. Volleyball 128 Volleyball Volleyball MHS remains conference champs for second consecutive year While most high school students were just enjoying their last month of summer vacation, the girls volleyball team was practicing diligently to improve their skills for the tough season ahead. But, not just anyone can be on the team, as Cheri Vermillion, senior, said, “a player should have a good mental attitude, volleyball skills and be willing to put 100 percent effort into each game.” The MHS was coached by Joe Starkey. “He has good knowledge of the skills and of the game. He helped us by participating and showing us how the game should be played,” replied Karen Huber, senior. All of the hard work seemed to pay off, the girls ended their season with a 14-5 record. The girls then went on to win sectionals. “Everyone put out a 101 per cent effort,” added Huber and Vermillion. According to Huber, the season turned around after the Morton game. The team lost that game, but that loss is what made them work harder. Vermillion remarked, “Our first main goal was to win the Duneland Conference for the second year. We accomplished that and then worked very hard to keep the sectional title.” “We stressed team effort and took one game at a time. We were never over confident, and we never gave up. Every game we played was important,” said Huber. Karen Rendina Varsity Volleyball Team — First Row: Jennifer Thompson, Cheri Vermillion, Melisa Henrichs, Diane Vermillion, Jackie Neff. Back Row: Coach Joe Starkey, Traci Irwin, Sandy Manis, Jennifer Duncan. Karen Huber, Deanna . Carlson, Asst. Coach Jill Pierce. Successfully blocking the ball, Deanna Carlson, senior, and Jennifer Duncan, junior, are caught in mid-air. Putting the ball over the net, Pam Wilczynski, freshman, bumps the ball as Melisa Henrichs, junior, prepares for her next move. Volleyball 129 ‘Classiest team on court’ wins Duneland Conference title Although most students spend their Saturday mornings sleeping late, the girls’ basketball team spent their Saturday mornings diligently practicing for the demanding season ahead. “Basketball is the hardest sport to play because it requires the largest number of skills,” said Coach Mike Regan. “In other spots, if you practice one specific skill you can, but in basketball, you must be able to do all things because the game is so fast you can’t substitute. The game goes from offense to defense without play stopping,” he added. Cheri Vermillion, senior, said, “Coach Regan stressed that we were the classiest team on the court.” According to Vermillion, the turning point of the season was the Roosevelt and Crown Point games. “We played one of our better games against Roosevelt even though we lost. Crown Point was a real big win for us.” The girls ended their season with a 13-7 record, and then went on to sectionals, where they won their first game against Andrean, 43-28. They lost their second game against Crown Point, 46-33. Karen Rendina Displaying her form, Diane Vermillion, junior, carefully shoots at the freethrow line. Showing her blocking skills, Kristine Rettig, sophomore, tries to destract her opponent. An Andrean guard unsuccessfully tries to block Sandy Manis, senior, as she shoots from mid-center court. Basketball photos Kawicki 130 Girls Basketball Basketball Girls Basketball 13-7 MHS OPP Hammond Morton 55 46 La Porte 42 32 Bishop Noll 66 56 Highland 41 51 Andrean 48 39 Chesterton 43 42 Portage 57 43 Munster 39 49 Lake Central 29 28 Gary Roosevelt 41 49 Hobart 57 34 Lake Station 40 29 Valparaiso 45 53 Crown Point 54 48 Calumet 47 41 Michigan City Rogers 60 48 Jumping well above her opponents reach, Shari Moore, junior, shoots for two. Girls Varsity Basketball — Julie Fratzke, Jackie Neff, Cheri Vermillion, Patti McNally, Kristine Rettig, Janice Lilly, Coach Mike Regan, Assist. Coach Jim Vermillion, Diane Vermillion, Diana Carlson, Shari Moore, Sandy Manis, Jennifer Thompson, Kris Glatz. Kneeling: Manager Jennifer Larson. Girls JV Basketball — Front Row: Gina Gornick, Julie Fratzke, Deanna Riese, Karen Ector, Denise Rogers. Second Row: Mary Ann Connelly, Tracy Koenig, Karen Johnson, Manager Jennifer Larson. Last Row: Charlotte Boyd, Sandy Tharp, Coach Jim Vermillion, Patty Haupt, Mary Croarkin. Girls Basketball 131 Bucs go 19-5; best record since ’78 The 1983 Pirates continued their winning ways by capturing the conference crown, Highland Holiday Tourney and the sectionals for the second straight year. In the first game Merrillville crushed Lake Central 69-45. Lake Central took an early 10-4 lead and that was the last time they were in control. The Pirates ripped 13 straight points for a 17-10 lead. Merrillville hit 17 of 25 from the charity stripe while Lake Central only connected on 3 of 10. “We showed some poise tonight,” said Jim East, Varsity basketball coach. “We used our big men well. We’ll be a hard team defensively to match up with.” The Pirates then went after Lew Wallace but came up a little short. MHS lost 60-59 in the closing seconds. The Pirates controlled the tempo all night with that mind-boggling, four- corner offense. The Pirates took a 16-8 first quarter lead, and things looked pretty good. Wallace outscored MHS 20-15 in the second quarter cutting the score to 28 at the half. It was all downhill as Wallace outscored the Pirates 32 to 28 to capture its third straight win. A combination of Mike Meschede, junior, and Lenny Schmidt, senior, held Parade All-American Johnny Fort to a measly eight points. Jay Layman, senior, paced the Pirates with 17 points. Casey Carrabine and Dennis Metcalf, seniors, each added 12 points. Merrillville won its first conference game by defeating Valpo 50-38. The Pirates went into the game with a record of 4-2. Valpo played that same type of game as the Pirates. They slowed the ball down to no affect as Merrillville handed them their third loss in five attempts. “We tried to disrupt their tempo, and I thought we were successful at it” said Coach East. The key to the game was keeping Valpo off the freethrow line. Valpo only made 6 of 11 attempts. Carrabine lead all scorers with two points. Meschede added 13. Dennis Metcalf, senior, goes up for an easy two on this fast break against Portage. Kawicki Basketball 132 Basketball Basketball photos Kawicki Lenny Schmidt, senior, tries to steal a ball from a South bend Adams player. Awaiting a fellow Pirate, Casey Carrabine, senior, eyes a pass past the Michigan City Rogers defender. Varsity Basketball Team — Front Row: Steve Wilczynski, Dennis Metcalf, Jeff Kontor, Casey Carrabine, Gene Guernsey, Joe Pienta, Nick Bumbales. Back Row: Sam Ford, Mike Meschede, Brian Petrovich, Kevin Bell, Jeff Brown, Darrell Bennett, Branko Jocic, Tom Nipper, Jay Layman, Lenny Schmidt, Don Slys, Joel Potts, Dr. Phillips, Rob Winchester, Chuck Hardt, Coach Jim East. Varsity Basketball 19-5 MHS OPP Lake Central 69 45 Lake Station 78 67 Lew Wallace 59 60 South Bend Adams 61 55 West Side Andrean 65 54 Valparaiso 50 38 Holiday Tournament Munster 80 61 Highland 51 43 Hobart 70 40 Chesterton 58 72 Bishop Noll 38 47 Crown Point 76 62 LaPorte 74 57 Munster 72 49 Michigan City Rogers 73 65 Portage 48 42 Gary Roosevelt 65 63 Highland 58 48 Michigan City Elston 84 78 Sectionals Calumet 64 46 Lake Central 84 78 Munster 57 50 Regionals Lew Wallace 50 52 Basketball 133 Basketball 134 Basketball photos Kawicki Perfectly executing the jump shot, Dennis Metcalf, senior, shoots over his opponent. Leaning into his shot, Jay Layman, seniors, towers over his helpless defender. WSW Basketball Pirates capture sectional crown Junior Varsity Basketball 12-8 MHS OPP Lake Central 33 30 Lake Station 44 38 Lew Wallace 46 47 South Bend Adams 44 47 West Side 35 30 Andrean 42 44 Valparaiso Merrillville Tournament 35 45 Andrean 47 43 Munster 50 34 Hobart 46 34 Chesterton 39 42 Bishop Noll 51 54 Crown Point 30 42 LaPorte 51 40 Munster 62 38 M.C. Rogers 54 60 Portage 57 35 Gary Roosevelt Forfeit Highland 60 44 M.C. Elston 74 56 Junior Varsity Basketball Team — Front Row: Mike Shayotovich, Alex Stefoski, Louis Castellani, Brian Reeves, Mark Schmidt, Dave Herbert. Back Row: Bill Paige, Dan French, John Tavaras, Coach Slys, Art Geberin, Larry Kacmar, Dan Green. The Pirates came into the Michigan City Rogers game with hopes for a tie in the conference with a win. The scrappy Pirate team man- handled the Associated Press’s second ranked team in the state, 73-65. With a bundle of free-throws and that des- troying 4-corner offense, the Pirates shut off Rogers in front of a packed house at Englehart Gym. Merrillville started out slow as Rogers took a 20- 12 first quarter lead. In the second quarter, M-ville came back and took a 32-26 half time lead on Schmidt’s, last second shot that put the icing on the cake. Carrabine led the Pirates with 26 points. Merrillville’s next big win came against Gary Roosevelt. The game was tied at 63-63 and Meschede threw up a prayer. Carrabine just happened to be at the right place at the right time to tip in the missed- shot with no time left, and the Pirates pulled off a hat trick at Bo Mallard gym. Jay Layman, senior, led for the Pirates with 22 points. Meschede added 21 points. They ended their season with a win over Michigan City Elston 74-56. Dan French, sophomore, led the scoring with a scorching 31 points. The Pirates started out slow but rallied back to whip Elston in the second half. The start of their season was a little slow, but the JV’s rallied back to claim their Holiday Tournament. Lenny Schmidt Basketball 135 Mundell, Mack qualify for state wrestling meet State qualifiers, Scott Mundell (32-1-1) and Jay Mack (28-6-1) finished on outstanding season with Mack finishing fourth in the state. Mundell completed the season with 20 pins out of his 28 wins. “I am satisfied with this year’s season, but I wish I could have done better at state,” commented Mundell, “I also feel that next year’s team can be even better.” Tom Cameron, wrestling coach, guided the matmen to a conference title with a 10-1 season. The Pirates placed first in the Culver and Duneland tournaments as well as placing first at the sectionals, regionals, and fifth in semi- state. “The team has done such an outstanding job due to the fact photos Gray State qualifier Jay Mack, junior, stocks his man in a Semi-State match hosted by MHS. Doing what he does best is junior, Scott Mundell, aggressively working toward state and increasing his 32-1-1 record. that the team is so well balanced,” said Coach Cameron. Members including Scott Mundell, Jay Mack, and Willie Cruz (25-7-1), juniors, helped the grapplers secure the tournament titles. Captain David Woodward (24-7) helped the team by capturing the most take downs for the ’82-’83 season. “I was proud to be on a team that accomplished so much. We captured more tournament titles than any other year at Merrillville.” Don Engle Wrestling 9-1 MHS OPP Crown Point 36 18 LaPorte 40 19 Andrean 65 6 Michigan City Rogers 41 20 Plymouth 37 21 Penn 25 35 Kokomo 50 12 Chesterton 45 16 Hobart 29 25 Valparaiso 52 10 Wrestling 136 Wrestling Wrestling photos Kawicki Reserve Wrestlers — First Row: John Allen, Oscar Rodriguez, Bob Nicksic, Chuck Mahaffey, A1 Garcia, Mark Mahaffey, Jack McKinney. Second Row: Terry Gill, Eric Miner, Jim Gavelek, John Catchur, Tony Galoozis, Matt Wilk, Rich Lamarca. Back Row: Coach Richard Hurey, Don Brant, Andre Dubois, David Gee, Dave Megquier, Joe Budner, Coach Jerry Bratcher, Coach Tom Cameron. Returning letterman Willie Cruz, junior, cranks on some extra pressure to a Hobart wrestler. Varsity Wrestling — First Row: Jay Mack, Tom Magiera, Scott Mundell, Mike Magiera, Willie Cruz, David Mriscin, Paul Matthews, Tom Dobrowski. Back Row: Coach Tom Cameron, Mike Miner, Brian Bardeson, Skip Walker, David Woodward, Nick Pappas, Barry Woodward, Bret Storey, Coach Jerry Bratcher, Coach Richard Hurey. Team leader and captain David Woodward, senior, sets himself up to get takedown points. Wrestling 137 Caught in the middle of a handspring, Denise Darkins, sophomore, executes a near-perfect vault. Striking a pose on the balance beam, Nancy Gress, junior, shows strength during her performance. Balancing with poise and confidence, Patty Ornelas, junior, performs her beam routine. Gymnastics 138 Gymnastics Gymnastics Team takes 7th straight sectional title When someone mentions gymnastics, what are the first things that come to mind? “Strength, flexibility, coordination, and dedication, these are some important qualities gymnasts must have,” said Nancy Gress, junior. “You must also have a lot of determination,” added Jeanine Kierzkowski, freshman. The MHS gymnasts proved to have all of these qualities and more. They finished their season with a 12-0 record, but they didn’t stop there. The girls also won the Duneland Conference, sectionals for the seventh year in a row and regionals. Then for Gress, Kierzkowski, Sarah McAnally, junior, and Michelle Mokol, junior it was on to state. Although they didn’t win first place in state, the girls showed their determination by bringing back a third place trophy. According to Gress, the highlights of the season were defeating Chesterton in a dual meet, along with conference and regionals. As for Kierzkowski, she felt that sectionals was the highlight of the season, where she broke two records, and the team broke the school and state record. Karen Rendina Gymnastics 12-0 MHS OPP Lowell 99.6 70.3 Michigan City Rogers 92.15 0 Michigan City Elston 98.05 0 Hobart 102.5 35.75 Laporte 106.35 66.75 Portage 98.1 9.65 Crown Point 99.2 98.15 Chesterton 101.6 100.4 Valparaiso 101.35 98.6 Highland 104.3 101.0 Munster 101.45 56.45 Girls Gymnastic Team — Front Row: Denise Darkins, Sarah McAnally, Jeanine Kierzkowski, Suzie Norris, Karen Dudak, Lisa Funder, Robin Owen. Second Row: Michelle Mokol, captain Nancy Gress. Back Row: Katie Lecer, Shawna Eberle, Stacy Plesha, manager Frank Primich, Michelle Dzyacky, Coach Bill Roberts, Coach Diane Roberts, Karen Kasprazak, manager Nick Bravos, Wendy Trcxel, Patty Ornelas. Performing during a meet, Sarah McAnally, junior, concentrates on completing her uneven bar routine. Gymnastics 139 Burke, Judge set new records The 1983 boys track team had another great season. The team was powered by fantastic senior leadership and lower classmen depth. In dual meets, the Pirates finished 6- 2 and second in the Duneland Conference. Leadership from Mike Judge and Frank Burke, seniors, played an important part in the field events. Judge commented, “I’m right on schedule as far as I’m throwing.” Also, the two seniors set state records in their events as Judge tossed the shot 59’10” at Griffith as well as Burke vaulted an outstanding 15’5”. Coach Lafey Armontrout said, “It’s a very good team and after all the points, we graduated last spring, we did exceptionally well.” Speedsters such as Willie Morris, senior, and hurdlers Brian Curcio, junior, flared the track with their speed. Depth on the team is no problem due to the fact the Pirates will be led next year by fieldmen including Sean Doherty, junior, and Neil Eubank, sophomore. The team will not lose the good speed from the legs of Tony Haines, Brian Curcio, Mark Dimitri and Carl Tully, juniors. Don Engle All three Pirates, Fred Sommers, freshman, and Bill Benjamin and Willie Morris, seniors, get off to a good start against Hobart. Track 140 Track Track Bending his body, Dennis Gladdis, junior, leans over the bar in the high jump. Track 6-1 MHS OPP Bloom Trail 7th Griffith 1st M.C. Rogers 91 36 G. Roosevelt Calumet H. Clark 2nd Portage 67 60 Chesteron 61 66 Valparaiso 69 58 Andrean 92 35 Hobart Little 5 1st LaPorte 99 28 Chesterton Relays 1st Hobart 95 32 Griffith Relays 1st Duneland Conference 2nd Delphi Relays 2nd Mansfield Relays 7th Track Team — Front Row: Fred Summers, Rich Layman, Chris Wieser, Dan Bellovary, Carl Tully, Mark Dimitri. Ron Holbrook. Don Rodgers. Second Row: Mike Macchia. Ed Yonker. Dan Gojmerac. Darren DeBov. David Kierzkowski. Mike Takis. Ron Maihofer. Doug Lind. Chris Miller, John Yakubec. Coach Jim East, Coach Jim Belanger. Third Row: Willie Morris, Bill Benjamin. Fernando Martinez, Dan Steininger, Dean Ott. Larry Kacmar, Alex Stefoski, Dave Megquier, Jon Rhodes, Rod Gayda, Paul Kasprzak, Paul VanSimaeys. Back Row: Greg Schuster, Dan Roszkowski, Brian Curcio. Rich Hernandez. Mike Judge. Sean Dougherty, Mike Meade. Frank Burke. Neil Eubank. Tony Haines, Chris Massa, Dennis Gladdis, Jeff Snemis, Coach Lafe.v Armontrout. Track 141 Track Team — Front Row: Janet Jason, Robin Sanko, Sonya Hythe, Chris Daniel, Chris Braun, Cindy Lamfalusi. Second Row: Kelly Ellch, Michelle Dzyacky, Sherri Modrak, Karen Johnson, Kris Rettig, Kim Scholz. Third Row: Chris Reynolds, Karen Wampler, Michelle Sicula, Amy Giordano, Janet Stewart, Caroll Stanick. Fourth Row: Anne Elliott, Laura Vrtikapa, Dee Dee Knop, Denise Rodgers, Diane Metcalf, Liz Martinez, Coach Jim Moody. Back Row: Robin Benson, Ana Lopez, Coach Jack Neulip, Coach Betsy Bosch, Stacy Plesha, Cathy Crowder, Karen Ector. Using great form, Sherri Modrak, senior, extends over the hurdle and wins another first place. With a look of determination Karyn Wampler, senior, starts the first leg of the relay. 142 Arts Track Track Female tracksters finish undefeated While many of the students are rushing to get home and out of the cold and snow, the girls’ track team is just beginning their practices for the spring season. Michelle Dzyacky, senior, commented, “You have to be extremely devoted and a little crazy to run in snow and freezing rain, but it’s worth it!” It takes an enormous amount of dedication and commitment to be on the girl’s track team. “You have to be willing to give 100 percent not only at the meets, but also at practice. It’s not the quantity that counts it’s the quality,” stated Karyn Wampler, senior. The girls seemed to have proved that this year. Their record before sectionals was 17-0. Then it was sectionals and the girls easily carried off the sectional trophy. Having a coach like Jim Moody has been great help. “He never missed a practice, and he was very committed to our track team,” replied Wampler. “At practice he gave us little talks and helped us learn how to handle Parpart different meet situations,” said Dzyacky. Dzyacky broke the state record in the high jump this year. Dzyacky and Wampler both agree that the West Side meet was the turning point of the season. West Side was last year’s State Champs, and after beating them in a dual meet 58-47, the girls breezed through the rest of the season. Karen Rendina Girl’s Track MHS OPP Lake Central 48 44 Portage 73 32 Chesterton 71 34 West Side 57 48 Wirt 84 25 Lake Station 23 Andrean 80 25 Munster 71 35 Gavit 28 LaPorte 85 20 Michigan City Rogers 89 16 Lake Central 71 34 Hobart 69 36 Valparaiso 73 32 Conference 1st Lew Wallace 81 24 Caught in mid-air, Michelle Dzyacky, senior, shows her winning long jump form. Track 143 Sectional victory highlights varsity season Friday the 13th is unlucky for some but, for Coach Bill Metcalf it proved to be quite lucky. Coach Metcalf won his 400th career victory by crushing Crown Point 10-0. This is Coach Metcalf’s 28th season coaching baseball at MHS. According to Coach Metcalf his 1981 team was the best. They made it all the way to semi-state. “This team was very powerful and talented,” he added, “This year’s team is not quite as powerful or talented.” Also, Coach Metcalf stated, “A good team must play well one week, and come back the next week and play just as well.” This year’s team needed to concentrate more and perform more consistently. Merrillville’s toughest opponent was LaPorte. Unfortunately, the Pirates came up short both times against the Slicers. Gene Guernsey, senior, led the team with a batting average of .350. Taking charge of the homerun department was Steve Smith, senior, with five winners. Smith also led the stolen base category with 18. Speedy Jeff Howard, junior, led the team with three triples. The pitching duel of Mark Qualizza and Nick Bumbales, seniors, produced very steadily. Peter G. Nonos, senior, added some hitting power to the Pirate line-up. Lenny Schmidt, Don Engle Mark Qualizza, senior, concentrates on throwing a strike. Against Valpo, Rob Zolcak, junior, dives back to the base in an attempted pick-off. photos Kawicki Baseball 144 Baseball Baseball Pete Nonos, senior, holds the LaPorte runner to the bag, however, Slicers won 0-11. Baseball 19-8 MHS OPP E.C. Washington 10 0 Hammond High 7 1 Calumet 10 0 Lowell 6 1 Andrean 16 1 6 3 3 9 Horace Mann 12 2 Valparaiso 4 3 Hobart 7 2 LaPorte 0 11 Chesterton 0 1 M.C. Rogers 0 6 Portage 2 1 Gary Roosevelt 4 3 Crown Point 10 0 Valparaiso 12 0 Hobart 2 0 LaPorte 2 9 Chesterton 1 5 M.C. Rogers 3 4 Portage 0 1 Hammond Clark 5 6 9 2 Whiting 5 1 West Side 13 4 Munster 13 5 Vincent Baseball Team — Front Row: L. Carpenter, mgr., G. Conn, mgr., C. Erwin, mgr. Second Row: R. Zolcak, J. Howard, L. Spiru, P. Nonos, C. Rose, T. D’Asto, N. Bumbales, S. Smith, K. Haupt. Back Row: Coach Bill Metcalf, T. Riese, S. Jenks, R. Govert, J. Bardeson, G. Guernsey, C. Kosac, J. Soberieski, M. Qualizza, S. Wilczynski, Asst. Coach Kierzkowski. Gene Guernsey, senior, rounds third and heads for home to score another Pirate run. Baseball 145 Mihal Soccer 11-5 MHS OPP Munster 1 6 Portage 2 3 Wirt 4 1 Hammond 6 1 Andrean 1 0 Michigan City Marquette 3 0 Bishop Noll 5 3 Lake Central 6 1 Highland 5 1 Portage 3 4 Munster 0 3 Morton 0 1 Wirt 4 1 Andrean 4 2 East Chicago Roosevelt 4 1 Highland 2 2 Lake Central 6 0 With a look of determination on her face, Debbie Trzaska, junior, unleashes a powerful pitch. Dribbling the ball and getting ready to feint the man to set up for a shot is Branko Jocic, junior, as teammate Scott Beamon, senior, looks on. Soccer 146 Soccer, Softball Softball Newest teams complete winning seasons In the past few years, soccer has been a growing sport at MHS. The team has been coached by Drew Furuness since soccer was brought to MHS 4 years ago. “Coach Furuness tries to work out any problems we have, whether it be in soccer or in academics. He is not just a great coach, but also a great friend,” replied Sava Micic, sophomore. “To be a good soccer player, you must be in excellent shape and also have good mental awareness,” commented Mike Pearson, senior. The boys soccer team had both of these qualities. “Our team set many goals this year,” replied Branko Jocic, junior, “some of them were to have a better record than last year, to improve individually as much as possible, and to push ourselves as far as we could in playoffs.” The team proved they could meet their goals by finishing their season with an 11-5-1 record. Then it was on to playoffs where the team gave it their all for a final score of 1-0. Micic and Jocic agreed that the highlight of the season was winning seven straight games in a row after losing to Portage 3-2 in a downpour. As for Pearson, he felt that the highlight of the season was beating Andrean 4-2 after being down in the first half 2-0. Like other girl’s teams, the softball team is quickly rising in popularity and quality at MHS. Even though the program only started three years ago, Coach Joe Starkey has had more than just three years experience. In addition to coaching at MHS, he also has played on summer teams and attended softball camps at Ball State and Indiana University. Helping out Coach Starkey was Pat Mulloy. He coached the JV team. There are many things needed to be a good softball player. Most of them simply deal with the attitude. As Karen Huber, senior, said, “It’s an incentive to give 101 per cent at every practice and at every game.” Cheri Vermillion, senior, also added, “It’s the willingness to improve your skills.” The team’s strengths include a good pitching staff and a strong defense. Pitchers Debbie Trzaska, junior, and Candy Rathjen, freshman, combined for three shutouts and three one-hitters. These strengths helped the team to a 15-2 record, with wins against M.C. Rogers and South Bend St. Joe, not to mention Mishawaka. “The Mishawaka game was the highlight of the season,” commented Vermillion. This team beat MHS last year. Huber added, “The win was very exciting.” Karen Rendina, Karyn Palvas Softball 15-2 MHS OPP Flossmore 12 13 Bloom Trail 5 4 S.B. Washington 11 1 T.F. North 11 2 Crete-Mone 6 5 Rich East 12 0 15 2 Marquette 10 0 Michigan City Rogers 4 1 St. Joseph 5 6 Hammond Gavit 10 0 Portage 10 1 Hammond Morton 5 2 Mishawaka 5 2 Marquette 16 0 Michigan City Rogers 7 1 Portage 10 2 Soccer Team — Front Row: Kevin Hamer, Mike Pearson, Bob Gasich, Bronko Jasnic, Tom Gaillas, George Mavros, Tom Padadopoulos. Second Row: Mike Sakaleros, Alex Pantelic, Sava Micic, Paul Lozanoski, Craig, Wood, Scott Beamon, Pete Metlov, Coach Drew Furuness. Back Row: Rod Petrovich. Jan Minners, Branko Jocic. Softball Team — Front Row: Liz Warded, Candy Rathjen, Cheri Vermillion, Karen Huber, Christie Lynn. Second Row: Gigi Vergin, Cathy Hicks, Patty McNally, Debbie Trzaska. Back Row: Coach Joe Starkey, Assistant Coach Pat Mulloy, Sandy Manis, April Jurasevich, Shelley Kuzemka, Cheryl Graeber, Jill Pierce, scorekeeper. Soccer. Softball 147 New rules affect team’s performance Most people agree that tennis is a fun sport, including the girls on the MHS tennis team. But these girls also know that good tennis doesn’t come easy and that a lot of dedication is needed to excel. The girls started their conditioning in late February to prepare for their long season. Cold weather and rain, or even snow, kept them from actually getting out on the courts until mid-March. Sue Long, senior, commented, “It’s been cold before, but this year was the first time it actually started to snow during practice.” The bad weather didn’t get the team down in spirits, though. They practiced every day from 3 to 5:30 p.m. With five returning lettermen, the team came out tough. Many JV’ers from last year also excelled to varsity. The team consisted of many talented and also young members. Out of fifteen girls, all but three Girls Tennis 7-9 MHS OPP Crown Point 0 4 Lowell 5 0 Lake Central 2 3 Bishop Noll 3 2 Wheeler 3 2 Hammond Gavit 5 0 Lake Station 5 0 LaPorte 0 5 Valparaiso 0 5 Portage 0 5 Munster 1 4 Chesterton 5 0 Highland 4 1 Hobart 2 3 Calumet 0 5 M.C. Rogers 2 3 With her eye on the ball, Lana Pantelic, sophomore, prepares for a backhand. Tennis were underclassmen. Last year, the team played five singles and two doubles positions. Unfortunately a change in IHSAA rules changed the lineup to three singles and two doubles. Coach Joe Ameling stated, “It’s a shame that all of our talent can’t be used at once. There are many good singles players, but rules permit me to only use three. We would have really been tough at five and two this year.” Qualities of a tennis player include talent and dedication, but most important of all, a positive mental attitude. Coach Ameling commented, “If you think you can win, you have a good chance of doing so. Most of the time in tennis, it’s a matter of the right frame of mind rather than the actual ability being challenged.” The team ended up with a 7-9 record. Kara East, freshman, said, “You meet a lot of different style players in team competition. I’m looking forward to next year.” Karyn Palvas 148 Tennis Tennis photos Villarreal After releasing a smashing serve, Caroline Guip will move in for the. winning shot. Varsity Tennis — Front Bow: Caroline Guip, Kara East, Karyn Palvas, Jill Pennock. Back Row: Lana Pantelic, Nikki Yonker, Coach Joe Ameling, Sue Long. Junior Varsity Tennis — Front Row: Lisa Primer, Sue Kozak, Pam Sawotchka, Karen Haraburdo. Back Row: Coach Joe Ameling, Dawn Nicolich, Marla Kaser, Carol Soltis. Waiting for the service, Nikki Yonker, junior, concentrates on the ball. Tennis 149 MHS golfers ‘do it to a tee’ with all underclassmen Rebuilding was the name of the game for the 1983 golf team. The team consisted of all underclassmen. The Merrillville golf team’s home course is Summer Tree. The number one man was Rudy Mihelic, junior, number two was Steve Ramusack, sophomore, number three was Neil Miller, junior, number four was Rick Renner, junior, and number five was Tom Lipton, sophomore. According to Max Hutchison, “The team is very hard working. Also, next year they will be greatly improved.” MHS toughest opponent this year was Portage. Portage is very consistant and tough at their home course Robinhurst. The teams best outing was a 162 against Michigan City. According to Lipton, “Overall the team needs to improve on dumb mistakes, and poor shots. We have the talent: however, we just cannot score consistently.” Lenny Schmidt photos Villarreal Steve Ramusack, sophomore, follows through after hitting a nice shot. Golf Team — Front Row: Tom Lipton, Rudy Mihelik, Neil Miller. Back Row: Rick Renner, Steve Ramusack, Coach Max Hutchison, Tom Wiles. Concentrating hard, Rudy Mihelic, junior, watches the ball as he putts his shot. Golf 150 Golf Golf Kevin Mowery, freshman, eyes the ball as he begins to make contact. Golf 10-9 MHS OPP Munster 170 162 Valparaiso 167 164 Portage 170 152 M.C. Rogers 172 173 LaPorte 180 178 Chesterton Highland 174 179 168 Andrean 173 181 M.C. Rogers 170 177 Hobart 168 172 Crown Point 166 179 Highland Invitational 6th Homestead Invitational 9th Valparaiso 170 168 Portage 166 162 Hobart 162 167 LaPorte 171 165 Chesterton 162 179 M.C. Rogers 166 162 Crown Point 170 173 Lowell 170 189 Hitting out of the rough, Rick Renner, junior, attempts to give himself a better lie. Golf 151 People: The students at MHS became more like “one this year. Operation pride played an important part in making it possible. With the Big Brother and Big Sister Club, the sophomores did not feel so alone at MHS. “My big sister, Chris Franz, helped me a lot in the beginning of the year. I know she’s there if I ever need help,” said Natalie Coyle, sophomore. Student Council has been working hard throughout the year to provide many dances for all students to participate. Dances are a good place to go if you want to boogie,” said Sandy Metros, senior. Students meet together in the halls. The sophomores, juniors and Another school day begins as buses unload reminding students it’s just another day at MHS. After school, a student takes time to read over tomorrow’s assignment while others take time to meet one another. seniors all have their own halls to gather in the morning. “In the mornings, I like to stand with friends by our lockers so we can exchange all the gossip from the night before and copy homework that’s due that day. said Paula Vessely, senior. After school, some students get together outside the gym in the back of the school. These people usually drive to school and talk and joke around before leaving school. Other people wait by the office for their busses. Sharin Pigott and Angie Traficante, sophomores, said, “We think we’ll be best friends all through high school.” Parpart People 153 Seniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Seniors “Senior year is a once in a lifetime experience. A time to achieve past goals and strive for future ones.” — Casey Carrabine The Senior Class officers are Casey Carrabine, President; Karyn Palvas, Treasurer; Anne Marie Guba, Secretary; Mike Sakaleros, Vice-President. Villarreal Darin Abernathy — Track 9; Soccer 9; Mirror 11, 12. Rachel Abramson — Student Council 10; Honor Society 11, 12; Velveteens 11; choir 10, 11, 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12. Amy Absher — Tennis 10, 11, 12; powder puff 10, 11; M- club 12, Merrillvue 12; Junior Class president. Thomas Adams — Cross Country 10; Baseball 10; Tennis 11, 12; Honor Society 12. Timothy Adler — Track 9; Football 10; Wrestling 10. Jeffrey Ahrens — Football 9, 10; Soccer 11, 12. Frank Albrecht. Linda Allen. Judi Amaya — Softball 10; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9; Student Council 11, Angela Andreatos — French Club 10, President 11, 12; Honor Society 11, Vice President 12; Quill and Scroll 12; Student Council 12; choir 10; Merrillvue 12. Michael Andreis. Robert Andrews. 154 Seniors Theresa Andrews — Merrillvue 11. Joe Arredondo — Baseball 9; Tennis 9, 10, 11, 12; Swimming 9, 10, 11, 12; M-club 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 12; Spanish Honorary 12; Mirror 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Donna Badar — Girls Gee 10; Concert Choir 11. Lisa Baisden — French Club 10, 11; Prom Committee 11. John Balas — Football 9. Joseph Bardeson — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9. Kelly Bartley — Powder Puff 12; Pep Club 12; Merrillvue 11, 12. Melissa Beach. Scott Beamon — Soccer 10, 11, 12. Robert Beck — Football 9; Swimming 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12. Kathleen Beckham — Softball 10; Volleyball 10; Powder Puff 11, 12; Pep Club 10, 11, 12; Merrillvue 11, 12; Pep Club secretary 11. Allen Beeler. Jeffrey Beier. Scott Bellamy. Joseph Bellovary. William Benjamin — Track 10, 11, 12; Cross Country 12. Deborah Bennett — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12. Ruth Betz. Danielle Beverly — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12. Beth Bianco — Powder Puff 10; Spanish Club 10, 11; Student Council 12; Pep Club 11, 12; Merrillvue 12; Prom Committee 11; Junior Class vice-president. Seniors 155 Dave Bigelow — Swimming 9. George Bikos. Lynne Billens. Ted Bilski. Ken Binns. Denise Birchall — Volleyball 10; Spanish Club 10. Colleen Blair — Flag Corps 10, 11, Captain 12; French Club 10, 11; Band 10, 11, 12. Wendy Blankenship — FEA 10, 11, 12; French Club 11; Quest club 11, 12. Angie Blimm. Brenda Boyd — Basketball 9, 10, 11, manager 12; Volleyball 9, 10, manager 11; Powder Puff 10; Sunshine Society 11, vice- president 12; FHA 12. Eric Brandt — Spanish Club 10. Tim Brant — Choir 10, 11 , 12 . Nick Bravos — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9; Gymnastics Mgr. 11, 12. Edward Brizendine — Cross Country 9, 10, 11. 12; Track 9, 10, 11; National Honor Society 10, 11; President 12; German Club 10, Treasurer 11; Student Council 12; Band 10, 11, 12. Jeff Brown — Tennis 11; Soccer 11; Football Stats. 9, 10, 11, 12; Basketball Stats. 12; German Club 11; National Honor Society 11, 12. Sharon Brown — French Club 10, 11; Prom Committee 11. Ellen Brownewell — Powder Puff 10, 12; “Auntie Marne” 11. Bob Budner — Track 9, 10; Cross Country 9. Dave Bulger. Nick Burkur. 156 Seniors Seniors earn half-day privileges, freedom Going to work, watching soap operas, eating and just plain enjoying the afternoon. These are all activities enjoyed by MHS half-day seniors. Kathy Kouvakas and Scot Manoski, seniors, both worked during their afternoons away from school. “I would like to save so that I can go on to good business school,” said Kouvakas. Manoski said he enjoys the benefits of extra spending money. He said the extra money gives him “independence and freedom of choice for what to do on the weekends.” In order to go to school for only a half a day, your parents must give written approval and your guidance counselor must approve. “The number of half-day seniors is going down,” according to Sherman Lewis, director of guidance. “There are more and more full day students every year,” he said. Still other half-day seniors enjoyed just “bumming around” like going out to lunch, catching up on sleep (lost from late weekends), shopping and watching favorite soaps. Seniors choosing to go a halfday are either dismissed immediately following third hour at 11:01, just in time to catch all of ABC’s hot soaps, or depending on their own teachers lunch hour, seniors going four hours can be dismissed at 12:05 or 12:35. Nicholas Bumbales — Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12; Football Trainer 11, 12; Basketball Mgr. 9, 10. trainer 11, 12; Cross Country 9; Hoosier Boys State Alternate 12; Pep Rally MC. Tracy Buncich — Pon Poms 10, 11, 12; Fast Break Club 12. Steven Bunnell — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9, 10; Baseball 9, 10; Track 9. Frank Burke — Track 9, 10, 11, 12; German Club 10, 11, 12. Maria Cammarata — French Club 10; Choir 10; Velveteens Secretary 11. Kelly Caravana — Volleyball 9; Basketball 9; Tennis 9, 10; Powder Puff 12; Spanish Club 10 Shawn Carlotta. Diana Carlson — Basketball 10, 1, 12; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; FEA Vice President 12. Lisa Carnegie — Diving 9; Gymnastics 9, 10; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Band 10; Flag Corps 10, 11; French Club 10, 11. Casey Carrabine — Football 9, 10; Basketball 9, 10, 11, Captain 12; Baseball 9, 10; Track 9; Student Council 12; Senior Class President; Pep Club 10; National Honor Society 11, 12. Charles Carroll, Lisa Catenazzo — Powder Puff 10; Merrillvue 10. Seniors 157 Michael Cates. Diane Chestovich. Frank Chew. Daniel Christy. Lauren Cidulka — Powder Puff 12. Pollyanna Cimbaljevich — Quest Secretary 11, 12; FEA 12; Student Council 10. 11; Powder Puff 10; German Club 10, 11; Prom Committee 11; Junior Class secretary. Richard Cioni. Annette Ciochina — Track 10, 11; Powder Puff 10 , 11 , 12 . Julia Clapp — French Club 10; Band 10, 11, 12; Flag Corps 10; Pep Band 11. Douglas Cochran — Baseball 9; Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Wrestling 9, 10, 11. Cathy Collins. Fernando Colon. “It felt different. I didn’t mind dressing up because it was Homecoming, and I felt proud. It only comes once a year, and it shows I have spirit.” — Brian Petrovich 158 Seniors Phil Comerford — Football 9, 10; Track 9, 10, 11. Denise Consorti. Steve Cook — Football 9, 10; Basketball 9, 10. Stacy Costidakis — Basketball 9; Pom Pons 11, 12; Track 10; Powder Puff 10; Student Council 11. Richard Covaciu. Rhonda Craig. Mike Crist. Debbie Crozier. Laren Davidhizar — Choir 10, 12. Jennifer Demmon. Joe Demo. Steve DeReu. Jamie Desatnick — Pom Pons 10, 11, Captain 12; French Club 10; Pep Club 10; M-Club 12; Merrillvue 12. Robert De St. Jean. Patricia Dewar — Powder Puff 12; Choir 10; Spanish Club 10. Kathy Dian. Ina Dillon — Basketball 9. Tim Dietrich. Tom Dobrowski — Baseball 9; Football 9; Wrestling 9, 10, 11, 12. Patricia Dolch. Seniors 159 Seniors cruise down Broadway on weekends In the beginning there was Broadway. Then came the cars, the endless faces, whistles, screeching tires and roaring engines. This was the thrill of cruising Broadway. How could you forget those nights with your one and only love, and your second love shows up. What can you do but stand there and look pretty while your date for the night gets brutally beat up by your six-foot tall, jealous boyfriend. According to Karin Teller, senior, “It won’t be the first time and it most definitly won’t be the last.” Or do you look at it as the times you and your two most craziest friends went out from a boring night at home to the amusing action at Broadway. That was the night you thought you were cool and told the guys behind you to follow you (and they sure did) all the way home, including up your driveway where there your parents were waiting. Mary Wolan, senior, said, “Then you ended up staying home a few weekends. But the worst part of it all was that you got some strange guys calling you now.” It still remained a question, where do we all get the money for gas to cruise? Carole Gee, senior, felt that she works for the weekend. “After a hard week at work, it is great to be able to get out and just unwind and look for mega men,” added Gee. Broadway could be a waste of time, money and gas, but it will always be a place for memories and excitement. Lori Rimer John Doolin — Football 10, 11 Eric Dornburg — Swimming 9, 10, 11, 12; M- Club , 11, 12. MaryEllen Doty — Girls Glee 10; Concert Choir 11. Susan Dreyovich. Suzy Duffy — Powder Puff 11, 12. Ysbell Duran — Powder Puff 12; Spanish Club 12. Michael Du Vail. Mary Dyman — Swimming 9, 10, Captain 11, Captain 12; Track 10; M-Club 10, 11, 12; Hooiser Girls State 11. Marty Dzik. Michelle Dzyacky — Gymnastics 9, 10, 11, Captain 12; Track 9, 10, 11. 12; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Quest 12; M-Club 10, 11, Treasurer 12; French Club 10. 11, 12; Pep Club 11, 12. Deborah Edwards — Track 9, 10; Powder Puff 10 , 12; Scott Edwards. 160 Seniors Marsha Eich. Scott Elliott — Swimming 9, 10, 11, 12; Cross Country 9, 10; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12. Don Engle. Carol Ensalaco — German Club Historian 10, 11, President 12; Science Club Treasurer 10, President 11, 12; Creative Arts Club historian 12. Jill Enzwiler — Powder Puff 11, National Spanish Honary, Spanish Club 11, vice-president 12; Creative Arts Club 12. Troy Escott. Michelle Eubank. Amie Evans — Powder puff 10, 11, 12; Choir 10, 11, 12; Velveteen 11. Connie Evans — Velveteens President 12; Choir 9, 10, 11; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Swimming 9. Paul Fabian. Adam Fabrici — Golf 9; French Club 10, 11; Band 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12. John Feduccia. Dave Fehlberg. Diane Fialkowski — Volleyball 9; German Club 10. Danielle Fife. Debra Fisk — Spanish Club 11, President 12; National Spanish Honor; National Honor Society 11, 12; FEA 12. Theodora Fitusis. Sara Fogle — Sunshine Society 12. Susan Foremski — Choir 10, 11; Student Council 10, 11; Merrillvue 11; Prom Court; Pom Pons 10, 11, Captain 12; Powder Puff 10. Becky Forsythe. Seniors 161 Gary Fossey — Wrestling 9; Gayle Frantal — Choir 10. Renee Franz — Volleyball 9, 10. 11; Basketball 9, 10; Softball 10; French Club 10, 11, 12; M- Club 11, 12; Pep Club 10, 11, 12. Patrick Frey — Football 9, 10; Wrestling 11; Track 9, 10. Donald Froman. Susan Fryer — Softball 10; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12. Jeannee Galovic. Pauline Gard. David Garza. Lawrell Gasich — Spanish Club 12, Sunshine Club 12. Velma Garza. Gary Gatlin — Football 10, 11, 12; Wrestling 9; Track 11. Laura Gavelek — Merrillvue 12. Carole Gee. Robert Gee. Lisa Geeze. Tom Geeze. Joanne George — Pom Pons 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 12. Peter Georgeon. Catherine Geske — National Honor Society 11, 12; FEA. 11; Student Council 10, 11; Vocalteens 11; vice president 12; Quest Club 12; Thespians 11. 12; NISBOVA 10; ISHMA 11. 12. 162 Seniors “Cap and gown measurements are an early sign to high school graduation.” — Mike Magiera Jon Giacomin — Football 9, 10, 11, co- captain 12: Wrestling 10; Track 9; M- Club 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12. Garrett Glatt — Cross Country 11, 12; Track 9; Wrestling 9. Dennis Gilbert. Margaret Gill. Margaret Glorioso — Student Council 10; Spanish Club 10; National Honor Society 11, 12; FEA 12; Band treasurer 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11; Orchestra 10, 11. Jennifer Golightly. Cory Golkowski — Wrestling 9; Football 10. Donna Goodson. Sandra Grant — Volleyball 9; Basketball 9; Powder Puff 10; FEA 10, 11, secretary 12; Thespians 11, 12; Girls Glee 10; Concert Choir 11, 12; Velveteens 11; Vocalteens secretary, treasurer 12; Pep Club 11, 12; Singing Pirates 12. Tuesday Grant — Powder Puff 12; Swimming 10; Homecoming Queen 12. Ron Gray — Wrestling 9, 10; Football 9. 11; Pep Club 10, 11; Cheerleader 11, 12; Vocalteens 11; Singing Pirates 12, Merrillvue 12; Student Council 11, 12; Quest Club 12. Natalie Greer — Track 9; FHA 12; Spanish Club 10. Seniors 163 Glenda Gress — Thespians 12. Mike Griffin. Anne Marie Guba — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Student Council 11, vice president 12; Pep Club 12; Fast Break Club 12; Senior Class secretary. Gene Guernsey — Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 12; Spanish National Honorary 12. Javier Guerrero — Football 10; Baseball 10, 11, 12; Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12. Jerry Gutjahr. Svetlana Haleva. Deanna Hall — Basketball 9; Sunshine Club 11; Quest Club 11. Richard Haller. Carrie Hamilton. Gary Hamilton — Building Trades 11, 12. Lisa Hamilton. Larry Harker — Football 9; Wrestling 9. John Harper — Track 9; A.V. Club 10, President 11, 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12. Kim Harper — Powder Puff 10. Teresa Havens. Laszlo Hertelendy. Cathy Hicks — Volleyball 9; Basketball 10, 11; Softball 11, 12; FEA 12. Sam Higgason. Tracy Higgins — Basketball 9; Powder Puff 11, 12; Spanish Club 10, 11, president 12; National Spanish Honorary 12; National Honor Society 12. Seniors 164 Greg Hirjak. Ronald Holbrook — Track 9, 10, 11, 12; Cross Country 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club 11. Craig Holodick. Renee Hopper. Robert Horan. Dennis Horn. Monica Houchin — Band 10, 11, 12; Flag Corps 11, 12; French Club 10, vice president 11, secretary 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11. Mark Howe — Tennis 10, 11; Soccer 11, 12; National Honor Society 12 . Teresa Hoyt. Karen Huber — Softball 10, 11, 12; Volleyball 9, 10, 11, 12; M- Club 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Choir 10, 11. Donald Hudock — Spanish 10, 11. Thomas Jamrok. “My parents gave me so much sup- port all through my high school ca- reer. They were always behind me when I needed them. When we won sectionals and played in regionals, I was so happy to be able to share that with my parents.” — Gene Guern- sey Troy Jansen — Wrestling 9, 10. 11. David Jaroscak. Tammy Jelenek — Swimming 9, 10; French Club 10; FEA 12; Pep Club 12; Singing Pirates 12; Choir President 10; Velveteens Vice- President 11. 12; Revue Committee 10, 11. Lori Jelesky — Cheerleading 12; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Student Council 11, President 12; Band 10, 11; Pep Club 11, 12; M-Club 12; Quest Club 12. John Jensen. Conrad Jimenez. Dan Johnson — German Club 10, 11, 12; Band 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12. James Johnson — National Honor Society 11, 12. Judith Johnsen — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Cheerleading 10; Pep Club 12. Mark Johnson — Basketball 9. Merry Johnson. Deloris Jones — Sunshine Society 12. Donald Jones — Wrestling 9, 10. Troy Jones. Mira Jovanovich. Mike Judge — Baseball 9; Basketball 9, 10; Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Track 9, 10, 11, 12. Christopher Kakouris. Carol Kapitan. Irene Karaleftheres. JoAnn Karamacoski. 166 Seniors ' arpari “The faculty and administration don’t know a good sign when they see one.” — Rudy Lekar, Mike Thomas and Steve Nicholich Leanne Karrle. Steven Kaschak. Harry Kavadas. Dawn Kendron — Basketball 9; Volleyball 9. Daniel Kendt. Linda Kerr. Mark Kezy. Linda King — Band 10, 11; Flag Corp 10, 11; Prom Court 11. Louie Klimaszewski — Football 9, 10, Sophomore Class president; Dawn Knight. Edward Knopf. Ellen Kochendorfer — FHA 12. Seniors 167 E.T. ‘finds home’ at MHS E.T., the Extra-Terrestrial, quickly became a household name. E.T. was that lovable little creature that cap- tured every American heart. E.T. came about as the result of mas- termind writer director Steven Spiel- berg. Spielberg rose to fame with a string of hit movies such as, “Close En- counters of the Third Kind”, and “Raiders of the Lost Ark.” Spielberg had never dreamed E.T. would be such a hit, but E.T. was the movie that put Spielberg among America’s finest di- rectors. E.T. fit into the classic Hollywood mold of a boy and his dog. E.T., howev- er, fit the mood of the 80’s, with space- ships, far out planets and alien beings. E.T. was one alien being that no one could help but to fall in love with! E.T. and his human friend Elliot took their audiences through moments of laughter and sorrow. E.T. was one of those movies where you laughed and cried and laughed and cried, again! “I laughed and cried; I thought it was great,” said Sue Poturalski, junior. “I thought it was great when they flew,” said Billy Kostantios, senior. When E.T. became a hit, many mar- kets cashed in on the little creatures popularity. There were E.T. bubble gum cards, books, dolls, costumes and, of course, T-shirts. There were even T- shirts with E.T.’s classic line, “E.T. phone home,” printed on them. Atari video company came out with an E.T. video game. E.T.’s passion for “Reese’s Pieces” increased the sales of the colored little candies. M M’s was offered that part in the movie, they, however, declined. E.T. will be long remembered as a love story between a human little boy and an incredible little alien. Lori Riddle William Koen — Cheerleading 12; Wrestling 9, 10; Track 9; Spanish Club 11, 12; Pep Klub 11; treasurer 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12. Tina Koenig — Choir 10, 11. Joe Koepke — French Club 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12. Debbi Koonce — Volleyball 9. Bill Kostantios. Marianne Kotso — Powder Puff 10. Kathy Kouvakas. Kim Koveck — Powder Puff 10, 12; Pom Pons 11; Merrillvue 11, 12. Mike Kraft. Sue Krampen. Mary Krol — Student Council 10, 11; French Club 10, secretary 11; National Honor Society 11, 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Steve Krutz — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Baseball 9, 10. 168 Seniors Joy Kubacki — Softball; Volleyball 11. Denny Kulage. Debbie Kutanovski. Laura LaMarca — Basketball 9; Volleyball 9, 10, 11; Softball 10; Track 9; Band 10, 11, Officer 12; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; Flag Corps 10, Captain 11, 12; FEA 12; Thespians 12; National Honor Society 11, 12; Powder Puff 12; Mirror 10, 12; Pep Club 10; Pep Band Student Director 12. Quill and Scroll 11, 12. Scott Lamb — Football 9, 10. Tracy Lane. Linda Laudani. Robert Laughead — Mirror 10, 11. Jay Layman — Baseball 9; Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club President 12. Kris Leaser. Rudy LeKar — Golf 9, 10, 11, 12. Deborah Lemke — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Student Council 12; Pep Club 12; Quest Club 12. Robert Lennon. Patrick Leonard. Kelly Lepp — Powder Puff 10; Track Stat. 10, 11, 12; Wrestling Stat. 10, 11; French Club 10, 11; National Honor Society 11, Secretary 12. Dawn Lisek — Football Mgr. 10, 11, 12; Choir 10, 11, 12; FEA 11; French Club 11; “Good Bye My Fancy” cast; Merrillvue 12; M-Club 11, 12; Thespians 11. Karen Lesniak — Swimming 9, 10, 11; co-captain 12; Track 10; M-Club 10, 11; Spanish 12. Doug Lewan — Swimming 9, 10, 11, 12. Linda Lewandowski — Diving 9, 10, 11; Creative Arts Club 12; FEA 11, 12; Spanish Club 11, 12; Spanish Honorary 12; M-Club 11; Creative Arts Editor 12. Kelly Lewin. Seniors 169 Larra Lewin. Gregory Lind — German Club 11, 12. Susan Long — Tennis 9, 10, 11, 12; Cheerleading 10, 11, 12; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; M-Club 10, 11, 12; Merrillvue 12. Frank Lucas. Leslie Lucas — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Merrillvue 12. Dawn Luebcke — Volleyball 9, 10; Band 10, 11, 12. Philip Lund. Kim Luvtgaarden — Powder Puff 12 . Mark Machin. Lisa Mack — Softball 10, 11; Cheerleading 12; Basketball 9; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Student Council 11, 12; M-Club 12. Denny Madera. Mike Magiera — Football 9, 10; Baseball 10; Wrestling 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12. “It seemed like I would never make it to my senior year and government class. Now I’m here, and I cannot wait to get out” — Joe Michael 170 Seniors Vincent Christina Malich — Thespians 10, treasurer 12; Sunshine Society 12; FEA 12; Spanish Club 9; French Club 10; Plays 10, 11, 12. Tom Maloney. Niki Manglis — Powder Puff 10; Spanish Club 10, 11, 12. Sandy Manis — Softball 10, 11, 12; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10, 11, 12. Scott Mann — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Wrestling 9, 10; Track 9. Scot Manoski — Wrestling 9; Football 9, 10; Baseball 9, 10. Toni Marando — Tennis 10, 11, 12; Volleyball 9; Band 10, 11, 12; Flag Corps 12; Spanish Club 10, 11; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Student Council 10. Tina Marich. Mike Marino — Student Council 10, 11; Lights, Sound Crew 11, 12. Bruce Markle — Basketball 9, 10; Football 9. Carla Marson — Basketball 9, 10; Softball 10, 11; Honor Society 11, 12; Spanish Club 12; Creative Arts Ass’t. Editor 12; Curriculum Advisory Council 11; Quill and Scroll 12; Sophomore Class Treasurer. Karen Mathis — Tennis 10, 11, 12; Powder Puff 12. Deanna McKay — National Honor Society. Randy Mayersky. David McCumber. Michael Meade. Lori Mecchia — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; FHA 12. Rich Meivick — Basketball 9, 10; Football 9. Jackie Menacher — Swimming 9; Quest Club 11. Sandy Merced — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Spanish 9, 10, 11; Student Council 11, 12; Pep Club 10, 11, president 12; Fast Break Club 23; Merrillvue 10, 11, 12. Seniors 171 Tim Mesarch — Honor Society 11, 12. Dennis Metcalf — Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; Baseball 9; M-Club 12. Annette Metlov. Sandy Metros — Pom-Pons 11, 12; Choir 10. Patty Metten — Swimming 9, 10, 11; M- Club 10, 11. Jeffery Meyer. Jerry Meznarick. Joseph Michael. Catherine Mihal. James Mikuly. Sherri Modrak — Track 9, 10, 11, 12; Volleyball 9; Golf 10, 11, 12; Powder Puff 10; M- Club 10, 11, 12; French Club 10, 11. Darrell Mollick. LeAnne Monzulla. Brad Moore — Swimming 9, 10, 11; M-Club 9, 10, 11, 12. Sylvia Moravskij. Mary Morigi. Willie Morris — Track 10, 11, 12; Pep Club 10, 11, 12; Jazz Band 10, 11, 12; Band 10, 11, 12. Ronald Moses — Track 9; Football 9, 10, 11, 12. Daryll Mroz. Jeffery Mueller. 172 Seniors MHS seniors share in daytime drama The bell rings, half day seniors filled with excitement of the coming afternoon rush home, turn on the T.V. to watch — Soap Operas! Many students at MHS are hooked on the soaps. “I try not to ever miss them,” commented Lisa Baisden, senior. Going to school can be a problem for daytime drama lovers. Some take advantage of the Saturday review or a soap opera magazine to fill them in. Some, however, will only settle for the real thing. “I always make sure to watch them on my day off,” answered Denise Consorti’s, senior. Girls are not the only ones who keep track of daytime serials. Bill Koen, senior, said, “I always watch them, a lot of my friends do too.” Many people have favorites. “I like “All My Children”, the characters are believable,” said Anne Guba, senior. Lori Jelesky, senior, made her preference obvious, ‘General Hospital’ is the best!” There are probably more useful ways to spend the afternoon, but for some, not more enjoyable. “I love watching the soaps. When you watch them you realize your problems are not that big,” said Jelesky. Some people, it seems cannot live without them. Sharon Brown said, “I’d rather watch soaps than eat!” Beth Bianco David Nadolski. Jacqueline Neff — Softball 10; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10, 11, 12; FEA 10, 11, president 12; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; Steven Nicholich. Thomas Nipper — Band 10, 11 , 12 . Peter Nonos — Basketball 9; Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12; M-Club 12. Alan Ogan — Football 9, 10, 11. John Ogiego. Dominic Olivadoti — Soccer 10, 11. Chess 10. Jane Oliver — French Club 10, 11, 12. Greg Ordway — Track 9; Cross Country 9; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; Sophomore Class president. Scott Orosz — Football 9; Basketball 9, 10; Soccer 12. George Andrew Otterbacher. Karyn Palvas — Tennis 9, 10, 11, 12; Cheerleading 11, 12; Powder Puff 10, 11; M-Club 12; Spanish Club 10, 11; Prom Court 11; Homecoming Court 12 “Goodbye My Fancy” cast 10; National Honor Society 12; Merrillvue 12; Quill and Scroll. Daniel Pankiewicz — Cross Country 9, 11; Tennis 10; Track 9, 10. Alex Pantelic — Basketball 9; Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Soccer 11, 12. Mary Papageorge. Seniors 173 Class Of ’83 chooses career Just when you thought all your trou- bles were gone, another one knocked at your door. It was the decision on what college you would be going to. There are many questions you ask yourself before deciding on which col- lege to go to. You first need to figure out if you’re going to study, to make your parents proud, or just to party. Lisa Catenazzo, senior, said, “I plan to study a lot but also to do some party- ing. Who said you can’t mix business with pleasure?” After that decision is made, the next question is whether to go to an exten- sion or to a campus. It sure sounds great to be away from parents and Merrillville. You are able to start a new life full of exciting happenings. Toni Marando, senior, commented, “I don’t know how I’m gonna decide to stay here or to leave. It will be harder to apply myself to studies without some one telling me to.” The next problem is money. With times like this, it is hard for anyone to just pick a college without looking into tution costs. Also, there is the problem of getting accepted. It helps to receive a high score on SAT’s. Chris Tomondi, senior, said, ‘‘The best thing is to get a lot of rest before the test. The way you feel could really effect your score.” There’s not a lot of advice to give someone on their choice. Lori Rimer Vincent Chris Pappas — Baseball 9; Football 9, 10. Debbie Parks — Thespians 11, 12; FEA 11, 12; Velveteens 11; Vocalteens librarian 12; Girls Glee 10; Concert Choir 11, 12; Quill and Scroll Treasurer 10, 11; Mirror 10, 11; Singing Pirates 12. Raymond Parpart — Thespians 10, president 11, vice president 12; Vocalteens 11, president 12; Concert Choir 10, 11, 12; Merrillvue 12. Dominic Paschia — Soccor 10; Football 9. Michael Pearson — Baseball Mgr. 9; Swimming 10, 11; Soccer 10, 11, 12; M- Club 10, 11, 12. Jill Pennock — Cheerleading 11, 12; Tennis 10, 11, 12; Powder puff 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12; Honor Society 12; Merrillvue 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Karen Peters — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 10, 12. Brian Petrovich — Tennis 10; Cross Country 9. Sue Pheanis. Lynn Pigott — Pom Pons 11, 12; Student Council 10; French Club 10; National Honor Society 11, treasurer 12; Science Club secretary 12. Dawn Plumb. Judy Pluth — Pom Pons 10, 11, Captain 12; National Honor Society 11, 12; Pep Club 10. 174 Seniors Bob Pochop. Jill Povlin — Volleyball 9; Basketball 9; National Honor Society 11, 12. Thomas Prgomelja. Carolyn Price — French Club 10, 11, 12; Thespians 10, treasurer 11, 12; Girls Glee 10; Velveteens treasurer 11, 12; Concert Choir 11, 12; “Goodbye My Fancy” cast 10; Sunshine Society 12. Cy Price — Football 9. Cooley Priestly. Frank Primich — Football 9, 10, 11, 12. Debbie Pruiett. Ross Pupillo. Mark Qualizza — Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12. Loren Rachford — Cross Country 12; Track 12. Rade Radjenovich — German Club 10, 11, vice president 12; Science Club 11; National Honor Society 11, 12; German National Honor Society 12; Junior Engineering Technical Society 11; Creative Arts Club 12. Kimberly Radu. Charles Raehl. Margaret Reilly — Powder Puff 11, 12; Band 10, 11, 12; Thespians 12; Jazz Band 12; French Club 11, 12. David Reimer. Robert Remley — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Wrestling 9. Karen Rendina — Tennis 11; Student Council 10, 11, Secretary 12; Spanish Club 11; Prom Queen 11; Homecoming Court 12; Merrillvue 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Tony Reyna. Lori Riddle — Student Council 11, Treasurer 12; Merrillvue 12. Seniors 175 Lori Rimer — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Quill and Scroll 12; Merrillvue 12; Goodbye my Fancy” Cast 10. Bridget Robertson — Quest Club president 11, 12; French Club 10, 11. Joseph Risner. Cheryl Rogers. Frank Rondinelli — Orchestra 10, 11. Richard Rosendual. Robert Rosich. Danelle Ross. Nancy Rubush — Powder Puff 10; French Club 10, 11; Honor Society 11, 12; Lisa Rusbasan — German Club 10, 11; Sunshine Society 12; National Honor Society 11, 12; Pep Club 12. Melissa Sadowski — Basketball 9; Tennis 10, 11; Golf 10, 11, 12; Powder Puff 10, 12; M- Club 10, 11, 12. Michael Sakaleros — Football 9, 10, 11, Co-Captain 12; Soccer 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12; Pep Club 11; Senior Class vice president. ‘T’errors ‘P’roduce colorful mischief What do you do on a boring Saturday night? Some of the MHS students found some fun to keep them busy. They call it “Tee Peeing.” What do you need to tee pee? First you gather up as many friends as possible. Then you find someone with a lot of trees. Lori Jelesky, senior, “There are lots of ways to decide on whose house to tee pee. It could be done to boost spirit, a special occasion, or just to let out anger or jealousy. But most of the time it’s done for fun.” Finally you get the toilet paper. According to Jayne Strawhun, senior, “We use about 25-30 rolls to do a good job. But there isn’t really a 176 Seniors limit.” An unidentified student claims, “Everyone borrows the toliet paper from local businesses around the area.” But Karen Huber, senior, added, “We usually all put in money and buy it generic. Sometimes we crack down and buy Charmin. It comes in lots of colors to add to the festive mood.” As you decorate all the trees, bushes, cars, mailboxes and anything else you can find, you think of all the fun that person is going to have cleaning up. Mary Wolan, senior, said, “You try to imagine his face as he wakes up in the morning and looks out his window.” Of course, it was fun to tee pee someone’s house, but it was rotten when yours got done. Lori Rimer Vincent Cindy Saliek. John Sanchez. David Satka — Basketball 9, 10, 11. Tennis 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club 10, 11, 12. Cathy Santucci. Trish Scheub — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; FEA 10, 11; Fast Break Club 12. Leonard Schmidt — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12; Merrillvue 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Michael Schreiber — Vocalteens 12. Trish Schreiner. Cindy Scott. Mike Sutkowski. Chris Sebben — Powder Puff 11, 12; Wrestling Mgr. 10, 11; Pep Club 11; French Club 10, 11; Senior Class Advisory Board. Cathy Seber — Powder Puff 10, 11; Pep Club 10, 11, vice-president 12; FEA 11; treasurer 12; Velveteens 11 vice- president 12; Choir 10, 11, 12; Merrillvue 10; Goodby My Fancy 11, Cast 10; Revue 82 Cast, ass’t director “Scrooge” 12. Lynn Segraves. Mary Kay Sell. Andy Servin. David Shatkowski — Band 10, 11, representative 12; Thespians 12. Bernard Shimley — Football 9; Spanish Club 10, 11; Band 10, 11, 12. Kris Shudick. Diane Shuman. Karen Sierkowski. Seniors 177 Anica Simonovski. Linda Slade. Laura Smallfield. Deborah Smith — Powder Puff 10, 11; French Club 10, 11, 12. Karin Smith — Volleyball 9; Basketball 9; Powder Puff 10, 12. Mark Smith — Wrestling 10; Football 9. Martin Smith. Robert Smith — Football 10. Steven Smith — Football 9; Baseball 9. 10, 11, 12. Michael Sneiderwine — Football 9; Track 9; Golf 10. Jeff Snemis — Football 9; Wrestling 10; Track 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club 12. Justine Sobczak. John Sobierajski — Basketball 9, 10; Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12; James Solich. Mark Sopko. Dean Solon. Kelly Spott — Volleyball 9; Swimming 9; Spanish Club 10, 11; FEA 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12; Band 10, 11, 12; Jazz Band 10. Mary Stanton — Thespians 10, 11, 12; Band 10, 11, 12; French Club 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Pep Band 11, 12. Janice Stefanelli — Merrillvue 11. Paul Steininger — Football 9; Creative Arts Club, 12. 178 Seniors Villarreal “For the seniors not going to Florida over spring break, we had to catch our rays at ‘good old’ MHS.” — Mark Howe Diane St. Martin — Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 11, 12; Thespian 11, 12; FEA 12. Valerie Stoltz. Susan Stone — French Club 11, 12. Jayne Strawhun — Powder Puff 10, 11, Pon Pom 11. Dian Strong. Julian Stryczek — Creative Arts 12; M-Club 12; Thespian 11; FEA 12; Fast Break 12. Janet Swift. Jacqueline Swike — Track 11; Merrillvue 12; Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 11, 12; Quill and Scroll 11, 12; Mirror 11, editor 12; Flag Corp 11. 12; NISBOVA 10. Constance Takis — Powder Puff 10; Pep Club 12. Tom Tasicas — National Honor Society 11, 12. Kerin Teller — Powder Puff 12; Sunshine So ciety 12. Michael Thomas — Football 9, 10, 11; Basketball 9; Baseball 10. Seniors 179 Zvjezdana Tica — National Honor Society 12. Aretta Tindell. Kathy Tirikos. Helen Todorofski. Herb Tolman. Christopher Tomondi — French Club 11, 12; Creative Arts treasurer 12. Brad Touchette — Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12; French Club 10, 11, president 12; National Honor Society 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12. Tony Trpkovski. Cathy Turner. Susan Turner — Powder Puff 10, 11; Quest Club 10, 11. Barbara Underwood — Powder Puff 10; Pom- pons 11, 12; Merrillvue 11, Co-Editor 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Dorene VanMeter — Powder Puff 10; FEA 11; German Club 10, 11; Thespians 10; Choir 10, 11, 12; Velveteens 11, 12. Seniors not pictured Adamovich, Dragon Arena, Joe Beader, Ray Betz, Ruth Biela k, Anthony Borns, Lisa Bustos, Roberto Canady, Kelly Capusan, Jerome Cavlovic, Zelko Chidester, Debra Ciesielski, Anthony Domonkos, Rich Drca, Donna Erlenbach, Juliann Fedorchak, MaryBeth Flynn, Terrance Giorgi, Andrew Gladdis, Dennis Gonzales, Sonia Harms, Ralph Hart, Robert Henrichs, Dan Holman, Nicholas Hughes, Dale Janickovic, Michael Jankowski, Lisa Jarosak, Carl Jones, Bennica Karakozis, Mark Keller, Bradley Kimmel, Felecia Kleist, John Komechak, Joseph Kovacevic, Adam Kralis, Greg Kustric, Omer Kyres, Bill Lane, Scott Lara, Franky Leontaras, Penelope Martin, Kirk McGhan, Maureen Papp, David Pejic, Alexander Pejoski, Steve Petroskey, Edward Phillips, Jefferson Powell, Jackie Rainford, Phillip Ralston, Raymond Ratajec, Tony Rendleman, Richard Rivera, Michael Scrivnor, Julie Shriver, Kimberly Sikanovski, John Smith, Jackie Sormaz, Peter Swinson, Richard Szklarski, Douglas Toigo, John Trpezanovich, Ken Tsiongas, Angelo Tucker, Craig VanSimaeys, Paul Verbancic, Michael Villaire, Francis Wasick, Lawrence Woods, Phil Xidis, Susan 180 Seniors Louis Varela. Victor Vasquez. Violet Veljanoski. Christopher Vereb — Track 9, 10; Student Council 12. Cheryl Vermillion — Volleyball 9, 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; Softball 9, 10, 11, 12; M-Club 10, 11, 12. Pauline Vessely — Track 9; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Pom pons 11, 12; Pep Club 10. Todd Victor. Alonzo Villarreal — Merrillvue 11, 12; Mirror 12; Science Club 12. Robert Vincent. Eva Vlisides. Daniel Vujovic — Tennis 11, 12; Chess Club 10, 11, 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; French Club 10, 11, 12. Steve Wachowski. Rene Wagner — Band 10; Cheryl Wainman — Basketball 9; National Honor Society 11, 12. Edgar Walker. Karyn Wampler — Track 10, 11, 12; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Cheerleading 10, 12; M-Club 12; Merrillvue 12. Kimberly Wardell — Orchestra 10, 11, 12. Sheryl Weaver. Lori Webb. James West. Seniors 181 Kurt Wiening. Katherine Wiggins — Gymnastics 9; Powder Puff 10; Cheerleading 10, 11, 12; M-Club 10, 11, 12; Quill and Scroll 11, 12; Merrillvue 11, Co-editor 12. Basketball Homecoming court 12. Karen Wilk — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; French Club 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12; Creative Arts Club 12; Pep Club 10, 11, 12. Randall Wilkening. John Williams. Kevin Wilson — Track 9. Thomas Wirtz — Football 9, 10, 11; Wrestling 9, 10; Track 9. Paul Tony Wojas. Mary Wolan — Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Volleyball 9; Quest Club 10, 11. Timothy Wood. Eunkyong Cathy Won. Phil Woods. David Woodward — Wrestling 10, 11, 12; Baseball 10; Football 10, 11, 12; M- Club 10, 11. Bradly Wright — Wrestling 10; Track 11; Spanish Club 11. Julie Wrigley. Niki Wukich — Powder Puff 11 , 12 . John Yakubec — Cross Country 11, 12; Track 11, 12; Mirror 12; Daniel Yester. Jayne Yetsko — Powder Puff 12; Merrillvue 12. George Zaikos — Baseball 9, 10. 182 Seniors IN MEMORY Steve Croarkin Aug. 2, 1965- July 27, 1982 The death of Steve was a shock to his family and friends. Some of his interests during high school were hunting, biking and lifting weights. We extend sympathies to Steve’s family and friends. Vickie Franko Jan. 30, 1965-Oct. 18, 1982 Vickie was a model of courage to many people and will be remembered for her bravery in the face of illness, and her zest for life. The memory of Vickie will remain with everyone at MHS. Emil Perrotta Jan 25, 1965-Feb. 16, 1983 Emil’s family and friends regret his untimely death. In Emil’s spare time, he enjoyed skiing, baseball and music, mil’s memory will live forever. Seniors 183 Juniors Juniors Juniors Juniors Juniors Juniors Rolling Stones ‘rock down’ on Broadway The junior Homecoming float was designed at the residence of Jennifer Thompson. This activity was sponsored by the Student Council and the Junior Class officers, Greg Karras, president; Mark Dimitri, vice-president; Caroline Guip, treasurer; and Beth Kormos, secretary. The juniors had a late start, but with successful participation they portrayed the Rolling Stones image “Under My Thumb.” This popular theme was thought of by Carl Tully, junior. Tom D’Asto, junior, said, “Working on the float was just one major exciting activity involving Homecoming.” Joey Lear, junior, commented, “working on the float was a lot of fun even though we didn’t win any awards.” ( Kris Kouvelas, junior, said, “Working on the float was something fun to do on boring school nights.” Sue Long Villarreal Terry Abney. Becky Adams, Mary Aeschliman, Jerry Alexander, Denise Anderson, Nancy Atsas, Desiree Baehler, Tina Balash. Mark Balazs, Jerald Bandy, Brian Bardeson, Deborah Barnes, Cynthia Bartman, Anthony Bartrom, Mark Bateman. Kevin Bell. Lance Bella, Fred Bemish, John Benich, Darryl Bennett, Theresa Berger, Brian Bergstrom, Brad Berrier, Bob Berry. Michele Bes, Dana Bialata, Donald Bianco, Ronald Bianco, Ed Bish, Lisa Bonich, Charlotte Borrmann, Mark Boyd. Catherine Braun, Christine Braun, Kathleen Brooks, Carin Brown, Richard Brown, Thomas Brown, Angela Burger, Chris Burke. 184 Juniors Robert Burke, Brian Cacic, David Cacic, Randall Cain, Paul Campbell, Angelica Canchola, Suzanna Canchola, James Cardenas. Nancy Carlson, Christopher Carneillo, Lisa Carrigan, Michelle Carrillo, Wendy Carter, Anita Castellanos, Lesly Cazangiu, Jeffrey Chadd. Patrick Chapman, Claudia Chase, Jane Chentnik, Bridget Chiabai, Angela Christo, Rebecca Christoff, Chris Cimbaljevich, Cindy Collie. Amy Cook, Mike Coppess, Joe Coto, Vance Crowder, Brian Curcio, Paula Daniel, Patty Danyi, Toby Darkins. Tom D’Asto, Kendra Decheske, Kathy Demitrakis, John Desatnick, David Destefano, Lori Dian, Mark Dimitri, David Dobrowski. Ronald Doeing, Pat Doherty, Michelle Domazet, Sean Dougherty, Becky Drakis, Jean Dudak, Ilija Dukic, Jennifer Duncan. Warren Eckels, Susanna Eibel, Margaret Eich, Herbert Elea, Denise Emery, Sharon Ervin, Laurell Evans, Kostas Evdokiou. Mary Faitz, Dawne Falk, Patty Fargo, Jeff Fausnaugh, Scott Feneck, Pamela Fiacable, David Figueroa, Rafael Figueroa. Kevin Fitzgerald, James Flannery, Susan Flauding, Robert Fox, Bob Fraley, Elizabeth Francis, Chris FYanz, Tim Franz. Patty Freeman, Raymond Fricke, Kathleen Froman, Stamatios Gaillas, Denise Gallagher, Julie Galoozis, A1 Garcia, Bob Gard. John Gawrysiak, Martin Geary, Kathrina Geib, Laurie Gemeinhart, Annette Gerlach, Ron Gilbert, Lisa Gill, Marilyn Gill. Juniors 185 Amy Giordano, Jill Giordano, Kristine Glatz, Marlette Gonzalez, Terry Gose, Ray Govert, Laura Graeber, Steven Grantham. Christine Green, Bob Green, Kimberly Greene, Steven Greene, Nancy Gress, Starla Griggs, Bernadette Guanajuato, Eddie Guanajuato. Jorge Guerrero, Caroline Guip, Earl Hafner. Tony Haines, Irene Halkias, Dawn Halsted, Mike Hamady, Karin Haraburdo. Mark Harding, Cheryl Hardt, Chris Hargrove, Michael Harms, Jim Harney, Kenny Hartmann, Ken Haupt, Roger Heiser. Melisa Henrichs, David Henry, Tabatha Hicks, Timothy Higgins, Mark Hines, eresa Hirjak, Linda Hojnacki, Clarissa Holodick. Jeff Howard, Barbara Huddelston, Kenny Hudecek, Mike Hughes, Jeff Hummel, Tracy Irwin, Jacquelyn Jaksa, Mark Janickovic. Phil Janovick, Janet Jasin, Lisa Jedynak, Scott Jenks, Keith Jennings, Vicki Jewell, Rich Jimenez, Laura Jobe. Branko Jocic, Carey Johnson, Dan Jones, Ken Jones, Denise Jose, Tim Joyce, Beth Kaegebein, Anastasia Karas. Gregory Karras, Marla Kaser, Jim Kaurich, John Kepshire, Regina Kerns, David Kierzkowski, Min Kim, Kathy Kimberling. Jessie King, Ben Kingery, Doug Klinger, Dawn Kiootwyk, Myshelle Knopf, Jeff Kontor, Elizabeth Kormos, Craig Kosac. Eli Kostur, Irene Kourtesis, Anna Kouskousakis, Kristine Kouvelas, Susan Kozak, Joann Krasich, John Krausnick, Dan Krecik. 186 Juniors Kathy Krol, Jagada Krstanovski, Linda Kruppa, Jim Kubiak, Phil Labash, Jeffrey Lacoss, Ronald Lagenoek, Richard LaMarca. Rhonda Lamb, Cindy Lamfalusi, Christel Laser, Robin Layman, Krista Lea, Joanna Lear, Damon Lekar, Mandy Leposky. Bill Lewin, Gregg Lewis, Chucky Liapes, Janice Lilly, Frank Lobody, Steven Lockhart, Eduardo Lopez, Tomi Lovely. Paul Lozanoski, Wendy Luck, Arnold Luebcke, Don Lunsford, Timothy Luptak, Robert Luttinen, Diane Luytgaarden, Ken Madsen. Lisa Magee, Chuck Mahaffey, Tina Mains, Millie Majstorovich, Lisa Maletta, John Malocha, Beth Manoski, Deborah Marino. George Marks, Darren Marsee, Suzanne Martin, Fernando Martinez, Kenneth Martinez, Greg Mason, Chris Massa, Darrin Mattingly. Addicting Video Game craze attacks MHS students, faculty Parpart Almost anywhere people went over the summer, they couldn’t seem to resist feeling around in their pockets to see if they had just one quarter for one more game of “Pac Man” or some other video game. The “video game craze” not only was a favorite pastime for students at MHS but some teachers found it an interesting way to pass the time away. Linda Christoff, English teacher, said, “I play a few times a week. I don’t play as much though since I bought my own.” Mrs. Christoff referred to herself as the “resident video junkie of the teaching staff.” Mrs. Christoff also said, “My favorites are ‘Pac Man ' and ‘Frogger’. I like ‘Donkey Kong’ too, but I’m not that good at it.” Many students even admitted to spending a great deal of money on video games in one night. Shawn Carlotta, senior, said, “One night I spent almost $20 just on the games.” Carlotta added, “My favorite games are ‘Pac Man’ and ‘Space Invaders.’ ” Along with spending a lot of money on games, students seem to be devoting a lot of time to games such as ‘Pac Man’. George Mavros, said, “I could play for about an hour. The most I ever played was 2Vi hours.” He also said, “I like to play ‘Pac Man,’ ‘Miss Pac Man’, ‘Galaxium’ and ‘Phoenix’.” Although some students seem to spend too much money and don’t get a very long game out of their quarter, Dean Ott, junior, said, “I can play on one or two quarters for about 45 minutes.” Ott said, “My favorite ones are ‘Tempest’ and ‘Galaxium’.” Jamie Desatnfck Many of Friday night’s activities include eating pizza and playing video games for MHS students as Kathy Oliver, junior, demonstrates. Juniors 187 Sarah MacAnally, Donna McBrayer, Fred McCann, Earl McConnell, Annette McCowan, Bill McCoy, Diane McDaniel, BUI McEllis. Dave McKee, Patty McNally, Kim Meade, Lisa Meadows, Mike Meschede, David Metcalf, Joanne Meznarick, Andy Micenko. Rudy Mihelic, Debbie Mihok, Faith Mikulka, Wally Miles, Nada Miljkovic, Chris Miller, Jeff Miller, Neil Miller. Jan Minners, Diane Mirich, Joseph Miskuf, Scott Mizerak, Chris Modglin, Michelle Mokol, Shari Moore, Pam Moss. David Mriscin, Sheri Mummey, Scott Mundell, Glory Murray, Colleen Murphy, James Nawrocki, Christopher Nealon, Dawn Nicolich. ‘S’tudents ‘A’ wait ‘T’esting for important college results SAT. Those three letters may not mean anything to some people but to college-bound high school students, they are a major part of their junior year. The Scholastic Aptitude Test is a must for anyone who has plans to attend college. The SAT tests are taken on the first Saturday in May. Kris Kouvelas, junior, said, “I’m scared to take it because I get nervous when I have to take a test. Even though nobody wants to go home early from their party or wherever they might be, they know that they have to in order to be prepared for the next morning’s event. The test can be prepared for by attending workshops that are offered the preceding months of the SAT. The workshops are held immediately after school for an hour in the room of the teacher who instructs the session. There are two different sessions available to the student, math and verbal. Students sign up for the workship and later pay a fee of $10. After this is done, they are later notified when the sessions will start. The workshops are held two days a week for approximately ten weeks. Sara MacAnally, junior, said, “I know it’s something I have to take, but if I mess up, it could limit my choices of colleges.” The SAT could limit a student’s choice of colleges because the score enables the college administration to determine the students abilities. After looking at the students test scores and other qualifications, the college administration makes the decision whether or not to accept the student. Although the test is mainly for the juniors, many seniors take the test so they can hopefully improve their scores. After the SAT test scores are calculated, they are sent to three colleges which are chosen by the student. Jamie Desatnick Studying her geometry, Beth Kormos, junior, prepares for the SAT test which will be given in May. 188 Juniors Diane Niksch, Sheri Nixon, Jeanne Novoa. Debbie Novreske, Sherrie Nuzzo, Bridget Obregon, Timothy Ochoa, Jeff Ogiego. Jeff Olejnik, Maria Olivadoti, Kathy Oliver, Mike Oliver. William Oljace, Patty Ornelas. Karen Orten, Robert Otano. Dean Ott, Cindy Owen, Steve Padgett, Elizabeth Palvas, John Panas, Kandy Papageorge, Eleni Papagiannis, Nick Pappas. Craig Parker, Julie Parlock, Angela Passaloukos, Shari Patterson, Robert Paul, Kathrin Pederson, Catherine Perzo, Kim Peters. Jim Peterson, Jeff Petroff, Roddy Petrovich, Larry Peyton, Joe Pienta, Steven Piontek, Sam Plumer, Vesna Pokrajac. Nanci Poling. Connie Popa. Steve Popp, Pete Porter, Joel Potts, Susan Poturalski, Karen Procopi, Kathryn Pruzin. Joan Puntillo, Ed Puskar, Leonard Pysh, Esther Raehl, Ron Rakos, Lisa Ralston. John Ramsey, Diane Ramuscak. Kathy Randhan, Cindy Reder, Nina Regan, Laurie Reinhart, Rick Renner, Michael Reynolds, Jon Rhodes, Timothy Richmond. Timothy Riese, Richard Robinson, Linda Roe, Ed Rolff, Sherri Rose, Daniel Roszkowski, Jennifer Roth, Dave Rouhselang. Jim Rubush, Thomas Runholt, Timothy Runholt, Andrea Ruszkiewiez, John Sabo, Andy Sakes, Suzette Santiago, Pamela Sawochka. Jeff Schneider, Craig Schoenfeld, Kim Scholz, James Schoon, Eric Schrenker, Ronald Schultze, Paul Schulz, Timothy Sears. Juniors 189 Chuck Sell, Scott Semper, Andy Sharp, Joan Sharp, Scott Sharp, Noble Shelton, Mark Sheptock, Suzanne Shinovich. Michael Shirey, Jamie Sibincic, Tim Simic, Paul Simonovski, Lisa Skaggs, Daniel Smith, Lori Smith, Brian — Smolar. James Smoot, Thomas Smurdon, Chris Sokol, Janean Solich, Jerry Solich, Frank Soos, Jodi Sorbello, Helen Sormaz. Zoran Sovlianski, Ed Spak, Michelle Spicer, Dawn Spiroff, Lou Spiru, Randy St. Myers, Kathy Stanley, Sally Steiner. Dan Steininger, Bob Stephan, Jeff Stewart, Donna Stojanovic, Troy Suckey, Lisa Surowiec, Srecko Suvajac, Laura Swartout. Darrell Swisher, Ninette Swisher, Michele S zafranski, Carla Szynalski, Rich Taber, Traci Tarchala, Marty Taylor, Kim Teets. Joe Teller, Troy Terry, Michelle Tesanovich, Annette Thompson, Jennifer Thompson, Suzanne Toigo, Deanna Torres, Steve Travis. Brian Tretter, Michelle Trkulja, Alice Trowbridge, Debbie Trzaka, Vasilia Tsampis, Barbara Tubbs, Janice Tucker, Carl Tully. Jennifer Turean, Lisa Underwood, Richard Urbanczyk, Rodney Urbano, Laura Valenti, Scott Van til, Anne Vavra, Greg Velasquez. Gigi Vergin, Diane Vermillion, Valerie Vessely, Monica Villarreal, Catherine Virgo, Rose Vraniskoski, James Wachowski, Robin Wade. Lisa Wallace, Doug Waters, Karen Watkins, Jeff Weaver, Darrin Weisman, David Weissert, Peggy Welch, Steve Welch. 190 Juniors Junior ‘J’ Club exhibits school spirit The Junior Class is showing more spirit than unual this year. This is due to their new founded club, the J-Club. The J-Club is not an official school club. It is something that the juniors just wanted to do. This newly formed pep club consists of Junior Class members. This is the first year for the J-Club. Debbie Mihok, junior, skid, “The J-Club is the best and the coolest.” The J-Club was formed by John Molocha, president. Other officers are Jeff Howard; vice president, George Marks; secretary, and Ray Govert; treasurer. The J-Club has no sponsor. They took the responsibility of having meetings, raising money for junior activities and being at games solely upon themselves. The money raised goes toward weekend activities. This new pep club has approximately 50 members, ah juniors, of course. Meetings for the J-Club are not your typical meetings. Juniors do not meet after school from 3-4 p.m. Instead, they are in the morning by the junior class lockers. Members of the J-Club are required to attend all sporting events. This is a requirement of the club. Are there any future plans for the J-Club? Theresa Burger, junior, said future plans are “to have fun, and to make sure everyone remembers the class of 1984.” Leslie Lucas Robert White, Shellene Whittier, Debbie Wielgus, Dawn Wilczynski, Steve Wilczynski, Tom Wiles, Lisa Wilkison, Mark Williams. Ken Wilson, Robert Winchester, Diane Wirtes, Janet Wirtz, Judy Wirtz, Randy Wlodarski. Shawn Wojlyska, Kimberly Wolak. Chanki Won, Barry Woodward, Karla Wszolak, Deno Yiankes, Nicholette Yonker, Chris Yogo, Joseph Zajac, Louie Zarakas. Michael Zaronias, Tina Zellers, Mike Zimnawoda, Robert Zolcak. Juniors 191 SOPHOMORE Together in ’85 “Stomp the Vikings” was the theme of the sophomore float. It took 40-50 members of the sophomore class to build the float. Fifteen members of the class met each night for a week and a half to construct the float. The meeting took place at Dan French’s, sophomore, house. French said of the float, “It took a lot of hard work and effort. All of the hard work has been worth it, even though as the parade came to an end most of the float had blown away.” Dawn Capp, sophomore, said, “The float really looked great.” She was happy with the class of 85’s work on the float. Ron Maihofer, sophomore, said, “The float’s theme was very creative and original.” Sophomore class officiers were, Dan French, president; Mary Croarkin, vice president; Shawna Eberle, secretary; and Michele Kray, treasurer. Jayne Yetsko Villarreal Cheryl Adler, Gregg Akers. Jay Anderson, Peter Andreis, Vera Angeloff, Josie Arena, Jim Areka, Yvonne Armenta. Kendall Ashley, Victor Atsinger, Caroline Baldazo, Robert Barandela, Shelley Barkasi, Douglas Barnes, Louie Batides, Melinda Beach. Dawn Bell, Diane Bellamy, Daniel Bellovary, Robin Benson, Marianne Berger, Thomas Bielefeld, Jennifer Bigelow. Michael Biron. Amy Blair, Steven Blaney, Kimberely Boatner, Cindy Bogard, Mike Bondra, Lisa Bowling, Bonnie Bowman, Dawn Bowman. Charlotte Boyd, Sandra Braun, Gayle Brice, Dawn Bridges, Carrie Broda, Michelle Broda, Carla Brown, Cheryl Brown. 192 Sophomores Michelle Burns, Kimberly Cagle, Dawn Capp, Lisa Carpenter, Teresa Carver, Louis Castellani, John Catchur, Kelly Chandler. Christine Childress, Stasia Christos, Diane Cioi hina, Jolynn Coleman, Theresa Collins, Bobbi Conn, Mary Ann Connelly, Patricia Corey. Tom Covaciu, Natalie Coyle, James Crim, Mary Croarkin, Tiffini Crownover, Cheryl Cullinan, Carrie Czarnecki, Allison Dakich. Christine Daniel, Denise Darkins, Jeff Darnell, Sherry D’Asto, Darren Deboy, David Dee, Denise Demo, Steve Dienes. Lowell Dillon, Lawrence Dittoe, Debbie Dix, Dan Dockweiler, Donna Dogan, John Donley, Joni Dornburg, Ken Dowd. Andre Dubois, Tomi Dudak, Ed Dudy, Chris Dufresne, Vojislav Dukic, James Dulla, Dennis Duvall, Richard Dyman. Shawna Eberle, Terry Eck, Karen Ector, Jamie Edwards, Kevin Egyed, Jennifer Eibel, Richard Eleczko, Kelly Ellch. Anne Elliott, Russell Emerson. Mark Enzwiler, Lori Equihua, Neil Eubank, Dean Evett, Karen Eyrich, Mark Fesko. Paul Fiacable, Joe Fish, Garry Flaharty, Mark Flanegan, Kathy Foremski, Cheryl Fossey, Jim Foster, James Frantal. Julie Fratzke, Paige Freeman, Danny French, Vicki Frey, Deanna Froman, Laurie Funder, Michele Gallagher, Robert Gallagher. Jose Galvan, Manual Garcia, Veronica Garza, Bob Gasich, James Gavelek, Rodney Gayda, Arthur Geberin, Deborah Gee. iqq Robert Geller, Brian Gill, Christopher Gill, Terry Gill, Jeffrey Giltz, George Glagola, Ralph Glenn. Danny Gojmerac, Marlene Golding, A1 Gomez, Lori Goodwin, Rick Gorby, Regina Gornick, William Gornik, Doug Gough. Cheryl Graeber, Daniel Green, Susan Greenberg, Carl Griffin, Jesse Guardiola, Andrew Guba, Doug Guernsey, Scott Guernsey. Mike Gurgevich, Julie Gutjahr, Danette Guzman, Kathrine Gyftakis, Jill Habrych, Alisa Hafner, Linda Hajvert, Kevin Hamer. Michael Hammond, Laura Hanas, Kenneth Hanisko, Ellisa Hatala, Patricia Haupt, Tim Haviza, Kenneth Heming, Karen Hendrickson. David Herbert, Richard Hernandez, Santiago Hernandez, Jamie Hiatt, Deanna Hill, Kevin Holloway, Mary Hovanec, Jamie Hoyt. Nikollette Hronopoulos, Kevin Huber, Kimberly Hughes, Sonya Hytche, Kristi Irwin, Radmila Ivetic, Gordon Ivetich, Darla Jackson. Joe Jamrok, Desire Jansen, Elizabeth Jasiak, Karen Johnson, Robert Johnson, Brent Jones, James Jones, Pam Jones. Patricia Jones, Gail Juloski, April Jurasevich, Karl Kacerski, Rebecca Kachur, Lawrence Kacmar, Richard Kalmas, Laura Kapitan. Lena Karabetsos, Kire Karamacoski, Paul Kasprzak. Francis Katris, Kelley Kaurich, Andrea Kawicki, Robin Kendron, Corky Kersteff. Roman Kirby. Ronald Kirby, Harriet Kiriakopoulos, Benay Kirk, Nancy Kirk, Karen Kirksey, Natalie Kish, Paul Klimaszewski. 194 Sophomores Driver’s license ‘key’ to independence Kawicki One of the most exciting things for a teenager is to receive his driver’s license. Most teenagers obtain them in their sophomore year. The majority of the sophomore class took driver education this summer either from Certified Driving School or from Crown Point High School. The price ranged fron $90 to $100. Sharin Pigott, sophomore, got her permit in December. Pigott said, “I will be glad to be able to pick up my friends by myself, instead of with my parents.” Pigott, hoping mom will supply the gas, is looking for- ward to getting her license. Mike Sheyatovich, sophomore, who owns his own car, received his license in November. Mike said, “I want my own license so I can go on dates.” Vera Angeloff, sophomore, who won’t be getting her license till March, stated, “It will be fun driving around without my parents.” Vera also said, “Having the independence is a new adventure.” Some sophomores already have their driver’s license. Dee Dee Jansen is one of the lucky ones. She received her license last year, along with a new car. Jansen said, “It’s great driving to the games with all my friends.” Having a job, she is not worried about the cost of gas! Karyn Wampler Driving is a new and important privilege for Laura Kapitan, sophomore, as she heads home after a long school day. Matthew Knish, Dirk Komp. Charles Koonce, Karol Krawczyk, Michele Kray, Ken Krmpotich, Christine Kroll, Mark Krutz Shelly Kuzemka, Peggy Lach, Jasmina Lackovic, Jennifer Larson, John Leaser, Steven Leontaras, Tracy Lepp, Mark Lieber. Doug Lind, Colette Lindborg, Sandra Lines, Tom Lipton, Michael Lobody, Ana Lopez, Guy Louie, Larry Lucas. Ben Luna, Jeffrey Lynn, Mark Lynn. Hurford Lytle, Michael Macchia, Penny Machnik, Jay Mack, Steven Mackanos. Lois Maginot. Mark Mahaffey, Ron Maihofer, Geri Malicki, Catherine Malocha, Jeffery Maloney, Samsamay Manichh, James Marando. Sophomoresl 95 Dennis Margaris, Donald Markovich, Jeff Martin, Tom Martin, Daniel Mathis, Paul Matthews, George Marvos, Bill McCarthy. Donna McCloud, Melissa McCroskey, Joanie McGee, Greg McGuire, Darryl Mclntire, Karen McKay, Jack McKinney, Darin Meadows. David Megquier, Mark Merced, Mike Mesarch, Susan Metros, Steve Meus, Eric Michael, Steve Michael, Sava Micic. Tom Mihal, John Miller, Renea Miller, Mike Miner, Scott Modglin, Tamera Modrak, Michael Mokol, Paula Moon. Robert Moore, Eric Morillon, Melissa Morris, Patrica Moss, Amy Munguia, Matt Naspinski, Theresa Navarro, Denise Neskes. Sophomores enjoy 1 hour of fun, variety In order to graduate sophomores are required to take gym class for two semesters. Shawn Vowell, sophomore, said, “Gym class keeps my body in tone.’’ He added, “I get a chance to exercise, play football, basketball and other sports. If I had a choice I wouldn’t mind having to take gym again next year because I think it is a lot better than sitting in a classroom!” Kim Stone, sophomore, commented that she is glad it’s her last year of gym because “it is a hastle”. However, Corky Kersteff, sophomore, thinks high school gym has more to offer than junior high. “You can swim, play tennis, ping- pong, and their are many other activities,” Kersteff added. Jamie Edwards also thinks there is more to do and “you can goof off a little.” Laura Gavelek Swinging into action, Theresa Navarro, sophomore, plays ping pong in gym class. 196 Sophomores Kawicki Dale Neumeyer, Valerie Nicksic, Richard Niles, Leonard Norris, Suzie Norris, Robin O’Deen, Angela Ogiego, Onofrio Olivadoti. Douglas Ollie, Cathrine Olson, Dave Olszewski, Roger Ooms, Kevin O ' Rourke, Judy Orten, Stephen Osoba, Kim Pachapa. William Paige, Todd Palmer, Svetlana Pantelic, Tom Padadopoulos, Valerie Pappas, Philip Pardus, Jim Parker, Jim Parkhurst. Russell Parkhurst, Larry Patterson, Maria Pavot, Doug Pearson, John Peters, Bill Peters. Michael Peterson, Pamela Pfeifer. Sharin Pigott, Mike Pimentel, Sandy Piunti, Barbara Palnojevic, Stecy Plesha, Donalee Plumb, Patrick Portlock, Christine Poti. Jennifer Potter, Dale Powell, Diane Poxon, Suzana Prentoska, Deborah Prgomelja, Lisa Primer. Daniel Proctor, Michael Puskar. Steve Pysh, Rajko Radjenovich, Alan Radu, Richard Rainford, Steven Ramuscak, Robert Rassbach, Laura Reder, Brian Reeves. Lisa Regeski, Judy Rendina, Randy Renner, Lillian Repar, Kristin Rettig, Annette Reyna, Scott Riccardi, Jeff Rice. Heidi Richardson. Deanna Riese, Michelle Riese, Snezana Risteski, Denise Rogers, Cynthia Rose, Dan Rose, Greg Rose. Pete Routsolias. Jerry Rubush, John Russell, Greg Saliwoncze, Robin Sanko, Mary Santos, Yvette Savich, Bob Scheub. Kimberly Schlotterbeck, Mark Schmidt, Janice Schnick, Joe Schrieber, John Schrieber, Walt Schreiner, Melissa Schultz. Sophomores 197 Gregory Schuster, Lynda Schutz, Susan Scott, Nadene Sever, Mike Shayotovich, John Sheehy, Brian Shimley, Erin Shinabarger. Teresa Silva, Steven Simmons, William Slade, Ben Smallman, Leigh Smith, Norman Smith, Patricia Smith, Karen Smolnicky. Thomas Smurdon, Lawrence Soderlund, Jeff Sopczak, Robert Spangler, Ann Marie Spargo, Teresa Spencer, Susan Spitz, Becky Spurlock. Mike Stanborough, Carrole Stanik, Biljana Stefanovic, Aleksandar Stefoski, Stephanie Steininger, Scott Stevens, Jeff St. Germain, Alexander Stojanovski. Linda Stoltz, Kimberly Stone, Bret Storey, Lori Strong, Diane Stryczek, Lisa Swett, Kennith Swift, Toni Szymaszek. Michael Takis, Gus Tasicas, John Tavaras, Scott Terek, Milan Tesainovich, Sandra Tharp, Luanne Thomas, Kathy Thompson. Mark Thompson, Traci Thurman, Dawn Timmons, Steve Tokarz, Paul Tomak, Brenda Tompkins, Angela Traficante, Patrica Trzaska. Scott Tuft. Jerome Tyler, Larry Underwood, Robert Underwood, Kathleen Urban, Tammy Vanscovk, Larry Varnum, Mario Vasquez. Donna Vasquez, Timothy Verbancic, Daniel Vespo, Christine Villagran, Dino Vitalone, Ronald Valsic, Shawn Vowell, Laura Vrtikapa. Bosko Vulinovic, Jennifer Walther, Wayne Warn, Elayne Weaver, Christine Welch, Tonya Welch, John Wengel, Sandy West. Lisa Westcott, Shelly Westphal, Richard Whittemore, Christopher Wieser, Daniel Wikse, Diane Wilk, Matt Wilk, Kimberly Winter. 198 Sophomores Albert Wirtes, Rebecca Wirtz, William Wojtyska, Darlene Woods, Kathryn Woods, Holly Wozniak, Loral Wright, Diana Wriston. Mike Xidis, John Yagelski, William Yajovetz, Ed Yonker, Jill Yura, Tracy Zajdel, Julie Zale, Peter Zarakas. Elaine Zaronis, Robert Zavacky, Richard Zebracki, Michael Zellers, Robert Zemlik, Isabelle Zezovski, Kimberly Zimmerman, Lorraine Zimmerman. Kawicki Having a good time, Jim Jones, Bill Gornick and Rich Dyman, sophomores, take time out at a home basketball game. Dan French and Tom Covaciv, sophomores, steer the class of ’85’s Homecoming float down Broadway. Sophomores 199 Beverly Ambroziak, business; Janet Anderson, art; Lafey Armontrout, physical education, boys track coach; Patricia Armstrong, English; Mary Ann Bertram, foreign language. Robbie Bothwell, business; Grace Bovard, business, Sunshine Society sponsor; Robert Brown, mathematics; Margaret Burchfield, English, Junior Class sponsor; Leona Burrus, librarian. Patricia Callendar, foreign language, French Club sponsor; Tom Cameron, social studies, wrestling coach, assistant athletic director; Charles Carroll, special education, Senior Class sponsor; Joann Castlen, business; Chris Choncoff, social studies, Junior Class sponsor, Bookstore sponsor. Linda Christoff, English, Creative Arts Club sponsor; Christine Colie, art; Linda Davis, guidance counselor, Senior Class sponsor, Prom sponsor; Jim East, social studies, varsity basketball coach, assistant track coach, intramural program director; Dick Ebler, English. Jim Edgcomb, social studies, Chess Club sponsor; Cliff Fackler, mathematics, Junior Class sponsor; Tom Feeney, mathematics; Linda Fry, English; Drew Furuness, guidance counselor, soccer coach. Mary Ann Galanis, social studies; Ray Hamilton, foreign language, German Club sponsor; Roger Hankins, social studies, football coach; Ken Haupt, physical education, varsity football coach; Dean Hess, business. Bill Howard, science, Senior Class sponsor; Janice Hughs, business; Richard Hurey, industrial arts; Max Hutchison, mathematics, golf coach; John Jardine, industrial arts. 200 Faculty After school, everyone is in a hurry to get home and do activities they were looking forward to all day. But teachers such as James Edgcomb, U.S. History teacher, and Robbie Bothwell, business teacher, return to school even after a long hard day of teaching. These two teachers have something in common: they teach night school and Adult Education. Their attitudes towards the stu- dents differ because of the age group involved. Mrs. Bothwell teaches accounting and students “are there because the want to be.” A class mostly composed of adults, “they are here to learn a skill they can use in life to better themselves,” said Mrs. Bothwell. They are “cooperative” and “aren’t afraid to give answers” to questions asked from the teacher, she reported. Although the adults are taking the same accounting course offered to students. They are paying to come to night school and “try really hard to perfect their skills,” said Mrs. Bothwell. “Their accomplishments are good despite the fact that they have families and full time jobs. I really enjoy working with them,” she added. Mr. Edgcomb teaches U.S. History at night school and Adult Education. “Most students are there because they have to be for credits to graduate,” said Edgcomb. The class he said, divides into groups, just like MHS, and he gets answers from students who are their for the history course as an extra. The course is the same as the course given to us, but the reading is easier beacuse night school and Adult Education don’t have the funds for new books so they use the ones the school is done with when the new books arrive. The attendance rate is good, because, according to Mrs. Edgcomb, “If a student misses more than three nights, it’s below the state requirement. It’s easier to get expelled in night school and Adult Education.” Mr. Edgcomb also added, “It’s a little more challenging opportunity for students. So while students are going home at 3 p.m. and are looking forward to an evening of fun or even a job, some people are still going to school. Karen Sierkowski photos Kawicki Answering an important question, James Edgcomb, night school teacher, instructs his students of U.S. History. Robbie Bothwell, night school teacher, demonstrates the basics of accounting to her adult education class. Faculty 201 MHS teachers appear at night school Private life begins after 3:15 p.m. Some students might think that teachers are just older people who come to school to teach and be mean by sending them to the office or the pit. But in reality, teachers are human too. And what’s more, they have hobbies just like everyone else. Teachers at MHS have interesting pets, hobbies and pastimes. Some of the teachers do ordinary things like reading and sports. Patricia Armstrong, English teacher, said she enjoys reading and traveling, and she has a Siamese cat. Bernadine Putz, business teacher, enjoys reading and piano, while Janice Hughes, business teacher, enjoys reading and doing the crossword puzzles in the Chicago Tribune. Other teachers have more unusual and interesting hobbies. Mary Jeffries, foreign language teacher, has a interesting pastime. She said she likes crewel, stichery and knitting, and her pet is her granddaughter, Amy, who is two and a half. She also has a pet parakeet. Carolyn Tipton, physical education teacher, has a huge Calico cat and a white Llasa Apso dog. Roger Hankins, history and Quest teacher, enjoys racquetball and skiing. Robert Bergeson, business teacher, enjoys racquetball, and referrees wrestling and umpires baseball. In business teacher Grace Bovard’s home, her husband isn’t boss . . . she has a Siamese cat that is 16 years old who runs the house. The last of some of the interesting hobbies came from Margaret Stallings, home economics teacher, who has two cats named AC and DC, one is a mutt cat, and the other an Abyssinian cat. Dawn Lisek Carolyn Tipton, physical education teacher, cuddles her adorable puppy, appropriately named, Snowball Tipton. MHS teachers not photographed David Abraham, industrial arts; Robert Bergeson, business; Lee Bottom, industrial arts, Prom Sponsor; Jerry Bratcher, science, wrestling coach; Jan Crull, English; Jim Dailey, industrial arts; Rick Garner, industrial arts; Dick Hill, math; Allyn Johnson, social studies; Judy LeDuc, business; Diane Mandon, social studies, National Honor Society Sponsor; Tom Mitchell, Orchestra; Ray Mixell, business; Jim Moody, social studies, boys cross country, girls track coach; Joan Munro, home economics; George Novack, industrial arts; Geraldine Rainey, English for the Foreign Born; Bonnie Sanders, foreign language; Violet Schmuck, math; John Seale, industrial arts; Darlene Siwietz, English; Don Slys, science assistant basketball coach; Dorothy Thompson, English; Madeline Wilson, foreign language 202 Faculty Mary Jeffries, foreign language, Spanish Club sponsor; Jerry Kasarda, English, Quest sponsor; Sharon Knoth, visually impaired; Barbara Koby, English; Gladys Leas, business. Eleanor Lewis, art, co-sponsor Creative Arts Club, Head Prom sponsor; Agnes Lynch, English, Academic Quiz Bowl coach; Kim Manigault, special education; Shirley Matysiak, guidance counselor; Bill Metcalf, physical education, baseball coach. Dan Molchan, physical education; Dave Moore, industrial arts, Sophomore Class sponsor; Joe Morrow, English, Thespian Club sponsor, Fall and Spring play manager, Revue manager; Patrick Mulloy, social studies, girl’s softball coach, Student Council sponsor; Cheryl Nash, English. Jack Neuliep, science, girl’s cross country and track coach; Christine Pavel, English, Earth Science Club sponsor; Marilyn Pluskis, art; Delores Poxon, nurse; Bernadine Putz, business. Janice Qualizza, Athletic Director; Jerry Reinhart, Music Director; Margaret Stallings, home economics; Prom sponsor; Gene Talmadege, social studies; Valerie Tanke, English, publications adviser, Quill and Scroll sponsor, Prom Sponsor. Carolyn Tipton, physical education; James Vermillion, science, girls basketball coach; Carol Von Behren, home economics; Sue Williams, Band Director, Flag Corps sponsor; Bruce Woods, English, Revue Director. Genevieve Wooldridge, mathematics; Vel Wooldridge, Audio Visual Director, Audio Visual club; Boyd Yeoman, mathematics, Sophomore Class sponsor. Faculty 203 Staff works all year round While MHS students are enjoying their summer vacations, MHS secretaries and custodians are still hard at work. During the school year, secretaries are busy typing, answering phones, xeroxing and dealing with students, parents and the administration. The secretaries come in as early as 6:30 or 7:30 a.m. and work until 3:30 p.m. “I enjoy working with the students,” said Elizabeth Frasca, receptionist in charge of student activities. Dorothy Goetze, office manager, and Shirley Barclay, registrar, work all year and all summer. The custodians of MHS also work during the summer. “I supervise the swimming: locker room and care for the athletic uniforms,” said Helen Moravskij, custodian. “I work all summer scrubbing floors and cleaning the school top to bottom,” said Carol Christensen. The custodians don’t have many major problems. The leaking roof was a problem in ’83, but since it’s been repaired it shouldn’t cause any more problems. Mary Krol Villarreal Tom Herbert, assistant principal, explains the instructions in typing a handbook to Elizabeth Frasca, secretary Taking time out to pose, Doris O’Rear, cafeteria worker, prepares lasagna for lunch. 204 Staff While tidying up a room, Joe Colvin, custodian, carefully strjigiifl the desks Cafeteria Workers — Front Row: Marie Bowen. Doris O ' Rear. assistant mgr.. Barbara McKay. Mary Cloyd. manager. Karen Reder. assistant cashier. Arlene Phillips. Alice Carrara. Second Row: Rata Sponel. Zula Starr. Ann Frank. Norma Manis. Christine Cogley. Shirley Kuhn. Jane Depta. head cashier. Mary Corey. Maryann Vernia. Back Row: Judy Storey, aide. Louise Hodorack. Dolores Balcerak. Betty Keegan. Audrey Franz. Doris Rogers, aide. Aides — Front Row: Jean Smith. Gloria Zale. Mary Halkias. Back Row: Sue Mathews. Margaret Leposky. Janet Pennock. Secretaries — Front Row: Shirley Barclay. Jean Webb. Marlene Harmon Back Row: Dorothy Hogan. Dorothy Goetze. Barbara Richter. Staff 205 Ron Smith, general manager of Curry Copy Center, checks a layout for a job resume. 206 Advertisements Ads: The town of Merrillville is “One of a Kind.” There are many businesses who help MHS by advertising in the yearbook, newspaper, programs for sports events and on Channel 50. The students recognize these special businesses and in return for their generosity, they shop at their stores. “If there were two businesses selling the same basic products, I’d go to the place who helps out our school,” said Mary Santucci, senior. Some of these businesses offer special deals for MHS because people from our school shop there so often, such as the Athlete’s Foot. Brian Reeves, sophomore, said, “I go to stores in Merrillville that have done things for our school because they have the best merchandise.” Joan Puntillo, junior, and Lori Rimer, senior, are candy stripers at the southlake branch of Methodist Hospital. Vincent US 30 has become a popular place for many fast food restaurants including McDonald’s. Advertisements 207 The Student Center. Going to McDonald’s® is almost as much a part of school as going to class. You’ve made us the place to meet, to talk, to have a good time, to celebrate your victories and help forget defea ts. You’ve made McDonald’s more than just another place to eat. 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Indiana 46410 Phone 219 738-5500 We Salute All Our Youth Volunteers From Merrillville High School Leanne Bell Jennifer Bigelow Lisa Bowling Melissa George Brenda Glibota Tammy Jelenek Francis Katris Mary Beth Krol Christine Kroll Kristea Lea Christine Psaros Joan Puntillo Lori Rimer Melissa Shulte Kerry Utpatel Nikki Yonker Sheila Yonker Kristine Zimnawoda 222 Advertisements Take a Good, Hard Look at Tomorrow, Today! Because tomorrow is just around the corner, and your future will depend a lot on the decisions you make today Your career goal is probably the sin- gle most important decision you ' ll make, so consider it carefully Consider your interests and skills, and then consider working for a company that will allow you the opportunity to develop and use them effectively. At Inland Steel we like to bring out the best in people. We do it through training programs, and by offering growth potential. 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INDIANA 46406 Chicago Line: (312) 731-5115 Indiana Watts: 1-800 222-9402 MONOAY - FRIDAY 8 am 6 pm • SATURDAY 10 am 2 ( 24 HOuh MCSSAOC SEftviCC l� ’ti 6’ - 400 | 769-1996 Taste Test The Real Hamburger — Springs — Triangle “A11 Makes” (Tractor, Trailer Automotive) Custom Springs — U-Bolts — At The “Home” Of The Pirates “Made Up While You Wait” (Up To VA Diameter) (Cold Bending) 75th And Broadway Merrillville, Indiana 228 Advertisements Seniors produce ’One of a Kind’ yearbook The yearbook staff would like to thank many people for their time and effort in making the 1983 Merrillvue possible. First of all, we’d like to thank our adviser, Mrs. Tanke, who was always there to answer questions and who helped us meet all our deadlines. Also, special thanks to Spasoff Studios and Bruce Penrod. We’d also like to thank the Journalsim I students for typing, writing and making it possible that we didn’t all have to come back during the summer to finish the yearbook. Other people helped us through the year. They include Mike Jurich, thanks for the photos; Joe Teller, thanks for the Pirate artwork on the endsheets; Nationals School Studios, thanks for taking the underclass photos; and Post Tribune, thanks for the football photos. This being the first year that Josten’s American yearbook company has printed our book, we would especially like to thank the company and our representative, Bob Henning for an excellent yearbook. And finally, the yearbook staff Merrillvue Staff Editors Barb Underwood Kathy Wiggins Student Life Angela Andreatos Kathy Beckman Kim Koveck Jill Pennock Academics Amy Absher Kelly Bartley Mary Krol Sports Don Engle Karyn Palvas Karen Rendina Lenny Schmidt Underclass Jamie Desatnick Laura Gavelek Sue Long Leslie Lucas Kayrn Wampler Jayne Yetsko Seniors Beth Bianco Lori Riddle Lori Rimer Faculty Dawn Lisek Karen Sierkowski Index Desiree Baehler Cindy Saliek Rose Vraniskoski Advertisements Sandy Merced Business Manager Ron Lagenoek Photographers Ron Gray Andrea Kawicki Ray Parpart Mike Pearson Alonzo Villarreal Bob Vincent Adviser Valerie T. Tanke would like to thank the community, businesses, faculty and administration for being so cooperative, making 1983 at MHS “One of a kind”. Colophon The 1983 Merrillvue had a press run of 1000 copies. The books were printed by Josten’s American Yearbook Company in Clarksville, Tennessee. All copy was 10 pt. Angeles and captions were 8 pt. Angeles with bold emphasis face. Headlines were 24, 30 and 36 pt. Angeles Bold. In the Sports section, the names of the individual sports were Avant Garde Gothic Bold. The cover is Royal Purple 522 with a cord grain. The endsheets are Royal Purple. The cover design is within the American Embossed program using 3 dies which are available. The logo “One of a Kind,” which appears on the cover and throughout the book, is Broadway Engraved. The theme of the book was chosen by the 1983 Merrillvue staff. Co-editors Barb Underwood and Kathy Wiggins Merrillvue Staff 229 idex Index Index Index Index Index Index Index A • A. Greco Insurance Travel 221 Abernathy, Darrin 103, 154 Able Paper and Janitorial Supplies 214 Abney, Terry 184 Abraham, David 202 Abramson, Rachel 22, 96, 109, 154 Ambroziak, Beverly 200 Absher, Amy 102, 154, 229, 236 Academics Division 50 Activity Period 26, 27 Adamovich, Dragon 180 Adams, Rebecca 40, 184 Adams, Thomas 40, 96, 115, 122, 154 Adler, Cheryl 16, 92, 192 Adler, Timothy 154 Administration 80, 81 Ads Division 207 Advertisements 209 Aeschliman, Mary 184 Ahrens, Jeffrey 154 Aides 52, 53 Akers, Greg 192 Albrecht, Frank 154 Alexander, Jerry 184 Allen, John 137 Allen, Linda 154 Al’s Raceway 216 Amaya, Judianne 154 Ameling, Joe 35, 122, 148, 149 American Auto Parts 228 Anderson, Denise 184 Anderson, Janet 200 Anderson, Jay 192 Andreatos, Angela 24, 40, 46, 47, 96, 98, 101, 102, 154, 229 Andreis, Michael 154 Andreis, Peter 95, 192 Andrews, Robert 154 Andrews, Theresa 155 Angeloff, Vera 98, 192, 195 Anthony’s 228 Arby’s 215 Arena, Joe 155 Arena, Josie 95, 110, 124, 180, 192 Armenta, Yvonne 192 Armontrout, Lafey 140, 141, 200 Armstrong, Patricia 26, 200, 202 Arredondo, Joseph 35, 95, 101, 103, 115, 122, 126, 155 Art 54, 55 Ashley, Kendall 192 Athlete’s Foot 220 Atrial, Joe 117 Atsas, Nancy 184 Atsinger, Victor 95, 119, 192 Audio Visual 72, 73 Audio Visual Club 84 Awards Night 40, 41 Xjadar, Donna 155 Baehler, Desiree 184 Baisden, Lisa 155, 173 Balas, John 155 Balash, Tina 184 Balazs, Mark 184 Balcerak, Dolores 205 Baldazo. Caroline 66, 192 Ban, John 81 Band 110, 111 Bandy, Jerald 184 Banquets 34, 35 Barandela, Robert 192 Barclay, Shirley 205 Bardeson, Brian 2, 7, 117, 137, 184 Bardeson, Joseph 117, 145, 155, 238 Barkasi, Shelley 192 Barnes, Deborah 113, 184 Barnes, Douglas 192 Bartley, Kelly 102, 155, 229 Bartman, Cynthia 184 Bartrom, Anthony 184 Baseball 144, 145 Basketball 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135 Basketball Homecoming 24, 25 Bateman, Mark 40, 110, 111, 113, 184 Batides, Louie 40, 192 Beach, Melinda 192 Beach, Melissa 155 Beader, Ray 71, 180 Beamon, Scott 146, 147, 155 Beck, Robert 105, 115, 126, 127, 155 Beckham, Kathleen 102, 104, 155, 229 Beeler, Allen 155 Beier, Jefferey 155 Belanger, Jim 141 Bell, Dawn 192 Bell, Kevin 42, 117, 133, 184 Bella, Lance 11, 110, 106, 184 Bellamy, Diane 108, 109, 192 Bellamy, Scott 155 Bellovary, Daniel 141, 192 Bellovary, Joseph 46, 155 Bemish, Fred 184 Benich, John 184 Benjamin, William 121, 140, 141, 155 Bennett, Darryl 95, 133, 184 Bennett, Deborah 155 Benson, Robin 93, 110, 120, 142, 192 Berger, Marianne 192 Berger, Theresa 184 Bergesen, Robert 202 Bergstrom, Brian 184 Berrier, Brad 184 Berry, Robert 184 Bertram, Mary Ann 94, 200 Bes, Michele 184 Betz, Ruth 155, 180 Beverly, Danielle 10, 155 Bialata, Dana 184 Bianco, Beth 14, 45, 98, 102, 104, 155, 229 Bianco, Donald 22, 40, 84, 99, 184, 189 Bianco, Ronald 22, 40, 84, 99, 110, 113, 184 Bielak, Anthony 180 Bielefeld, Thomas 192 Bigelow, David 65, 156 Bigelow, Jennifer 110, 192 Bikos, George 156 Billens, Lynne 156 Bilski, Ted 156 Binns, Kenneth 156 Birchall, Denise 156 Biron, Michael 192 Bish, Ed 184 Blair, Amy 110, 111, 192 Blair, Colleen 93, 113, 156 Blaney, Steven 192 Blankenship, Winifred 18, 19, 156 Blimm, Angela 156 Blood Drive 32, 33 Boatner, Kimberly 192 Bogard, Cindy 192 Bondra, Mike 86, 95, 192 Bonich, Lisa 184 Borns, Lisa 180 Borrmann, Charlotte 184 Bosak Motor Sales 213 Bosch, Betsy 142 Bothwell, Robbie 200, 201 Bottom, Lee 64, 80, 202 Bovard, Grace 4, 56, 76, 107, 200, 202 Bowen, Marie 205 Bowling, Lisa 66, 92, 192 Bowman, Bonnie 192 Bowman, Dawn 113, 192 Boyd, Brenda 107, 156 Boyd, Charlotte 113, 131, 192 Boyd, Mark 113, 184 Brandt, Don 137 Brandt, Eric 156 Brant, Timothy 156 Bratcher, Jerry 68, 131, 202 Braun, Catherine 184 Braun, Christine 120, 121, 142, 184 Braun, Sandra 192 Bravos, Nicholas 10, 116, 117, 118, 139, 156 Brice, Gayle 192 Bridges, Dawn 109, 192 Brizendine, Edward 40, 47, 96, 98, 111, 118, 120, 121, 156 Broda, Carrie, 29, 192 Broda, Michelle 29, 92, 192 Brooks, Kathleen 112, 113, 184 Brown, Carin 109, 184 Brown, Carla 192 Brown, Jeffrey 48, 95, 133, 156 Brown, Richard 184 Brown, Robert 200 Brown, Sharon 156, 172 Brown, Thomas 117, 184 Brownewell, Ellen 78, 156 Bryan ' s Florist 214 Budner, Robert 51, 156, 157 Budzakowski, Maria 180 Building Trades 64, 65 Bukur, Nick 156 Bulger, David 156 Bumbales, Nicholas 14, 24, 27, 40, 96, 117, 133, 144, 145, 157 Buncich, Tracy 92, 157 Bunnell, Steven 117, 118, 136, 157 Burchfield, Margaret 74, 75, 200 Burger, Angela 86, 184 Burke, Chris 184 Burke, Frank 140, 141, 157 Burke, Robert 95, 185 Burns, Michelle 193 Burrus, Leona 200 Business 56, 57 Bustos, Roberto 180 C ' acic, Brian 94, 126, 185 Cacic, David 42, 43, 185 Cagle, Kimberely 109, 193 Cain, Randall 185 Callender, Patricia 94, 200 Cammarata, Maria 157 Cameron, Tom 30, 136, 137, 200 Campbell, Paul 185 Canady, Kelly 43, 180 Canchola, Angelica 18, 22, 36, 95, 108, 109, 185 Canchola, Suzanna 24, 109, 185 Capital Savings Association 213 Capp, Dawn 192, 193 Capri Beauty Salon 218 Capusan, Jerome 180 Caravana, Kelly 42, 157 Cardenas, James 185 Caree r Center 64, 65 Carich, Jay 126 Carlotta, Shawn 157, 187 Carlson, Diana 100, 104, 129, 131, 157 Carlson, Nancy 85, 92, 131, 157 Carlson, Nancy 85, 92, 94, 185 Carnegie, Lisa 100, 145, 157 Cameillo, Christopher 8, 185 Carpenter, Lisa 193 Carrabine, Casey 24, 40, 47, 96, 105, 132, 133, 135, 154, 157, 225 Carrabine, Eugene 81 Carrara, Alice 205 Carrigan, Lisa 12, 40, 66, 185 Carrillo, Michelle 185 Carroll, Charles 111, 157 Carroll, Charles 200 Carter, Wendy 185 Carver, Teresa 193 Castellani, Louis 8, 118, 119, 135, 193 Castellanos, Anita 185 Castlen, Joann 200 Catchur, John 119, 137, 193 Catenazzo, Lisa 157, 174 Cates, Michael 65, 158 Caviovic, Zelko 180 Cazangiu, Lesly 185 Century 21, Associates Inc. 213 Century 21, Heritage Realtors 209 Chadd, Jeffery 185 Chandler, Kelly 193 Chapman, Patrick 185 Chase, Claudia 185 Cheerleader 88, 89 Chess Club 90 Chentnik, Jane 185 Chestovich, Diane 158 Chew, Frank 40. 158 Chiabai, Bridget 185 Chidester, Debra 12, 108, 109, 180 Childress, Christine 94. 193 Choir 108, 109 Choncoff, Chris 71. 200 Christo. Angela 40, 85. 110, 113, 185 Christoff. Linda 86. 187, 200 Christoff, Rebecca 185 Christos, Stasia 193 Christy, Daniel 158 Cidulka, Lauren 158 Ciesielski, Anthony 180 Cimbaljevich, Chris 185 Cimbaljevich, Pollyanna 32, 40, 100. 158 Ciochina, Annette 158 Ciochina, Diane 21, 193 Cioni, Richard 158 C L Auto Supply 217 Clapp, Julia 158 Cloyd, Mary 205 Cochran, Doug 14, 15, 116, 117, 158 Cogley, Christine 205 Coleman, Jolynn 193 Colle, Christine 200 Collie, Cynthia 109, 185 Collins, Cathy 158 Collins, Teresa 193 Colon, Fernando 158 Colophon 229 Colvin, Joe 205 Comerford, Philip 159 Concrete Contractors 218 Conn, Bobbi 109, 193 Connelly, Mary Ann 104, 131, 193 Consorti, Denise 173 Cook, Amy 125, 185 Cook, Steven 159 Coppess, Mike 185 Corey, Mary 205 Corey, Patricia 193 Costidakis, Stacy 92, 159 Coto, Joe 85, 185 Covaciu, Richard 159 Covaciu, Thomas 63, 193 Coyle, Natalie 21, 92, 109, 153, 193 Craig, Rhonda 159 Creative Arts 86 Crim, James 193 Crist, Michael 159 Croarkin, Mary 21, 85, 131, 192, 193 Croarkin, Steve 183 Cross Country 120, 121 Crowder, Cathy 142 Crowder, Vance 185 Crownover, Tiffini 193 Crown Roller Rink 225 Crozier, Debbie 159 Crull, Jan 202 Cruz, William 136, 137 Culligan, Inc. 210 Cullinan, Cheryl 193 Curcio, Brian 40, 63, 117, 140. 141, 185 Curry Copy Center 226, Czarnecki, Carrie 40. 193 JDailey, Jim 202 Dairy Queen 211 Dakich, Allison 98. 189, 193 Danbary Jewelers 220 230 Index Dances 20, 21 Daniel. Christine 27, 40, 142, 193 Daniel, Paula 40, 185 Danyi, Patricia 113, 185 Darkins, Denise 138, 139, 193 Darkins, Toby 122, 185 Darnell, Jeffrey 193 D’Asto, Sherry 40, 86, 89, 193 D ' Asto, Thomas 145, 184, 185 Davidhizar, Laren 159 Davis, Linda 200 DeBoy, Darren 141, 193 Decheske, Kendra 185 Dee, David 193 Demitrakis, Katherine 185 Demmon, Jennifer 55, 159 Demo, Denise 193 Demo, Joseph 64, 159 Depta, Jane 205 DeReu, Steven 159 Desatnick, Jamie 42, 45, 83, 92, 102, 159, 229 Desatnick, John 185 Destefano, David 117, 185 De St. Jean, Robert 159 Dewar, Patricia 159 Dian, Kathryn 159 Dian, Lori 125, 185 Dienes, Steve 193 Dietrich, Timothy 159 Dillon, Ina 159 Dillon, Lowell 193 Dimitri, Mark 40, 98, 140, 141, 184, 185 Dittoe, Lawrence 193 Dix, Debbie 193 Dobrowski, David 185 Dobrowski, Thomas 157, 159 Dockweiler, Dan 110, 111, 193 Doenig, Ronald 185 Dogan, Donna 83, 109, 193 Doherty, Patrick 185 Dolch, Patricia 159 Domazet, Mitchelle 185 Domonkos, Rich 180 Donkey Basketball 30, 31 Donley, John 193 Donnell, Jeff 74 Doolin, John 160 Dornburg, Eric 126, 160 Dornburg, Joni 125, 193 Doty, MaryEllen 160 Dougherty, Sean 117, 140, 141, 185 Dowd, Kenneth 193 Drakis, Becky 107, 185 Drca, Donna 180 Dreyovich, Susan 160 Dubois, Andre 137, 193 Dudak, Jean 98, 185, 236 Dudak, Tomi 193 Dudy, Ed 193 Duffy, Suzy 160 Dufresne, Christopher 193 Dukic, Ilija 185 Dukic, Vujislav 193 Dulla, James 193 Duncan, Jennifer 42, 94, 109, 129, 185 Dunkin Donuts 212 Duran, Ysbell 40, 60, 61. 95, 160 Duvall, Dennis 193 Duvall, Michael 160 D yman, Mary 124, 125, 160 Dyman, Richard 119, 126, 193, 199 Dzik, Marty 160 Dzyacky, Michelle 8, 105, 139, 142, 143, 160 -tljarth Science 97 East, Jim 27, 29, 132, 133, 141, 200 East, Kara 129, 148, 149 Eberle, Shawna 89. 98, 139, 192, 193 Ebler, Dick 27, 200 Eck, Terry 109, 193 Eckels, Warren 89, 94, 185 Ector, Karen 40, 113, 129, 131, 142, 193 Edgcomb, Jim 40, 200, 201 Edwards, Deborah 55, 150 Edwards, Jamie 93, 193 Edwards, Scott 160 Egyed, Kevin 193 Eibel, Jennifer 40, 124, 125, 193 Eibel, Susanna 95, 185 Eich, Margaret 108, 109, 185 Eich, Marsha 161 Elea, Herbert 185 Eleczko, Richard 193 Elegance Beauty Salon 216 Ellch, Kelly 18, 109, 142, 193 Elliott, Anne 109, 125, 142, 193 Elliott, Scott 105, 113, 126, 127, 161 El Mar’s 216 Emerson, Russell 193 Emery, Denise 185 Engel, Donald 24, 30, 45, 102, 110, 115, 117, 161, 229 English 58, 59 Ensalaco, Carol 8, 40, 47, 86, 95, 96, 97, 161 Enzwiler, Jill 40, 86, 95, 161 Enzwiler, Mark 95, 193 Equihua, Lori 107, 109, 193 Erlenbach, Juliann 180 Ervin, Sharon 185 Escott, Troy 161 Eubank, Michele 54, 161 Eubank, Neil 119, 140, 141, 193 Evans, Amie 161 Evans, Constance 42, 108, 109, 161, 224 Evans, Laurell 101, 103, 105, 185 Evdokiou, Kostas 185 Evett, Dean 193 Eyrich, Karen 20, 109, 193 F abian, Paul 161 Fabrici, Adam 22, 38, 40, 70, 96, 110, 111, 113, 161 Fackler, Cliff 200 Faculty 200, 201, 202, 203 Faitz, Mary 185 Falk, Dawne 185 Fargo, patricia 43, 92, 185 Fausnaugh, Jeffrey 185 FEA 100 Fedorchak, Mary Beth 180 Feduccia, John 161 Feeney, Tom 200 Fehlberg, David 161 Feneck, Scott 95, 185 Fesko, Mark 193 FHA 91 Fiacable, Pamela 185 Fiacable, Paul 117, 119, 193 Fialkowski, Diane 161 Fife, Danielle 112, 113, 161 Figueroa, David 185 Figueroa, Rafael 185 First Day 10, 11 First Impressions 210 First Federal 224 Fish, Joe 193 Fisk, Deborah 40, 95, 96, 100, 161 Fitusis, Theodora 161 Fitzgerald, Kevin 90, 111, 185 Flag Corps 93 Flaharty, Garry 193 Flanegan, Mark 193 Flannery, James 90, 185 Flauding, Susan 185 Flowers by Churilla 210 Flynn, Terrance 40, 96, 180 Fogle, Sara 64, 161 Football 116, 117, 118, 119 Football Homecoming 12, 13, 14, 15 Ford, Sam 117 Foreign Language 60, 61 Foremski, Kathy 193 Foremski, Susan 42, 90, 161 Forsythe, Rebecca 2, 161 Fossey, Cheryl 40, 95, 113, 193 Fossey, Gary 162 Foster, Jim 1 19, 193 Fox, Robert 21, 185 Fraley, Rob 185 Francis, Elizabeth 185 Frank, Ann 205 Franko, Vickie 183 Frantal, Gayle 162 Frantal, James 193 Franz, Audrey 205 Franz, Christine 98, 153, 185 Franz, Renee 162 Franz, Tim 185 Fratzke, Julie 43, 59, 131, 193 Freeman, Paige 193 Freeman, Patty 185 French Club 94 French, Danny 24, 92, 119, 135, 193, 199 Frey, Patrick 43, 162 Frey, Vicki 43, 109, 193 Fricke, Raymond 185 Froman, Chris 125, 152, 193 Froman, Donald 42, 162 Froman, Kathleen 109, 185 Fry, Linda 58 Fryer, Susan 40, 162 Funder, Laurie 42, 193 Furuness, Drew 147, 200 (jTaillas, Stamatios 147, 185 Gainer Bank 214 Galanis, Mary Ann 200 Gallagher, Denise 185 Gallagher, Michele 193 Gallagher, Robert 193 Galoozis, Julie 185 Galoozis, Tony 137 Galovic, Jeannee 38, 110, 111, 162 Galvan, Jose 193 Garcia, Alberto 137, 185 Garcia, Manuel 193 Gard, Pauline 40, 95, 162 Gard, Robert 185 Garner, Rick 202 Gary Camera 210 Gary Produce Co. 216 Garza, David 162 Garza, Velma 162 Garza, Veronica 20, 101, 103, 193 Gasich, Bob 21, 142, 193 Gasich, Laurell 162 Gatlin, Gary 117, 162 Gavelek, James 8, 119, 137, 193 Gavelek, Laura 102, 162, 229 Gawrysiak, John 185 Gayda, Rodney 141, 193 Geary, Martin 7, 70, 117, 185 Geberin, Arthur 135, 193 Gee, Carole 160, 162 Gee, David 137 Gee, Deborah 193 Gee, Robert 162 Geeze, Lisa 40, 162 Geeze, Thomas 162 Geib, Katrina 185 Geisen, Scott 194 Geller, Robert 44, 194 Gemeinhart, Lori 185 George, Joanne 92, 162 Georgeon, Peter 162 George ' s Garage 224 Gerlach, Annette 86, 185 German Club 99 Geske, Catherine 40, 83, 85, 108, 109, 162 Giacomin, Jon 9, 40, 96, 116, 117, 163 Gianikos, Margie 124, 125 Gilbert, Dennis 163 Gilbert, Ronny 185 Gill, Brian 194 Gill, Christopher 194 Gill, Lisa 40, 109, 185 Gill, Margaret 54, 163 Gill, Marilyn 185 Gill, Terry 119, 137, 194 Giltz, Jeffrey 194 Giordano, Amy 125, 142, 186 Giordano, Jill 125, 186 Giorgi, Andrew 180 Gladdis, Dennis 140, 141, 180 Glagola, George 119, 194 Glatt, Garett 77, 120, 121, 163 Glatz, Kristine 131, 186 Glenn, Ralph 194 Glorioso, Margaret 40, 163 Goetze, Dorothy 205 Gojmerac, Danny 141, 194 Golding, Marlene 194 Golf 124, 125, 150, 151 Golightly, Jennifer 163 Golkowski, Cory 163, 238 Gomez, A1 194 Gonzales, Sonia 180 Gonzalez, Marlette 186 Goodson, Donna 163 Goodwin, Lori 93, 194 Gorby, Rick 194 Gornick, Regina 131, 194 Gornick, William 57, 119, 194, 199 Gose, Terry 90, 186 Gough, Doug 194 Govert, Ray 145, 186, 191 Graduation 46, 47 Graeber, Cheryl 147, 194 Graeber, Laura 186 Grant, Sandra 22, 38, 39, 40, 100, 104, 108, 109, 163 Grant, Tuesday 12, 14, 163 Grantham, Steve 186 Gray, Ronald 3, 22, 85, 88, 98, 102, 103, 104, 163, 229 Green, Christine 186 Green, Daniel 118, 119, 135, 194 Green, Robert 186 Greenberg, Susan 194 Greene, Kimberly 40, 125, 186 Greene, Steven 186 Greer, Natalie 163 Gress, Glenda 22, 34, 85, 103, 164 Gress, Nancy 138, 139, 186 Griffin, Carl 194 Griffin, Michael 164 Griggs, Starla 186 Guanajuato, Bernadette 186 Guanajuato, Eddie 110, 111, 112, 186 Guardiola, Jesse 119, 194 Guba, Andrew 194 Guba, AnneMarie 29, 36, 40, 48, 104, 154, 164, 172, 239 Guernsey, Doug 194 Guernsey, Eugene 27, 33, 95, 144, 145, 164 Guernsey, Scott 194 Guerrero, Javier 164 Guerrero, Jorge 186 Guidance 78, 79 Guip, Caroline 92, 98, 149, 184, 186 Gurgevich, Mike 194 Gutjahr, Jerry 164 Gutjahr, Julie 194 Guzman, Danette 194 Guzman, John 121 Gyftakis, Katherine 194 Gymnastics 138, 139 Habrych, Jill 104, 129, 194 Hafner, Alisa 94, 194 Hafner, Earl 186 Haines, Anthony 141, 186, 237 Hair Affair 225 Hajvert, Linda 194 Haleva, Svetlana 164 Halkias, Mary 205 Halkias, Irene 95, 186 Hall, Deanna 164 Haller, Richard 164 Halsted, Dawn 88, 186 Halsted, Michelle 81 Hamady. Michael 186 Hamer, Kevin 147, 194 Hamilton, Carrie 164 Hamilton, Gary 164 Hamilton, Lisa 164 Hamilton, Ray 199, 200 Hammond, Michael 194 Hanas, Laura 194 Index 231 Hangouts 16, 17 Hanisko, Kenneth 194 Hankins. Roger 20, 32, 48, 52, 117, 200, 202 Haraburdo, Karin 149, 186 Harding, Mark 186 Hardt. Cheryl 22, 23, 38, 85, 94. 108, 109, 186 Hargrove, Christopher 186 Harker, Larry 164 Harmon, Marlene 205 Harms, Michael 186 Harms, Ralph 180 Harney, Jim 186 Harper, Kimberly 164 Harper, John 22, 40, 84, 109, 164 Hart, Robert, 180 Hartmann. Kenny 186 Hatala. Ellisa 194 Haupt, Ken 117, 200 Haupt, Ken 16, 22, 34, 98, 110, 111, 113, 117, 118. 145, 186 Haupt. Patricia 89, 113, 131, 194 Havens, Theresa 164 Haviza, Tim 194 Heiser, Roger 186 Heming, Kenneth 194 Hendrickson, Karen 98, 104, 109, 194 Henniger, Michael 18 Henrichs, Dan 180 Henrichs, Melisa 129, 186 Henry, David 186 Herbert, David 118, 119, 135, 194 Herbert, Tom 2, 27, 81, 72, 75 Hernandez, Richard 121, 141, 194 Hernandez, Santiago 194 Hertelendy, Laszlo 26, 164 Hess, Dean 69, 200 Hiatt, Jamie 194 Hicks, Cathryn 12, 104, 147, 164 Hicks, Tabatha 100, 129, 186 Higgason, Jay 164 Higgason, Sammy 162 Higgins, Timothy 186 Higgens, Tracy 95, 96, 164 Hill, Deanna 16, 109, 194 Hill, Dick 202 Hines, Mark 186 Hines, Sue 16 Hirjak, Gregory 165 Hirjak, Teresa 186 Hobart Meat Locker 211 Hodorack, Louise 205 Hogan, Dorothy 205 Hojnacki, Linda 186 Holbrook, Ronald 40, 96, 121, 141, 165 Holloway, John Kevin 194 Holodick, Clarissa 186 Holodick, Craig 165 Home Economics 54, 55 Honor Society 96 Hopper, Renee 165 Hoppes, Carolyn 180 Horan, Robert 165 Horn, Dennis 165 Houchin, Monica 93, 94, 165 Hovanec. Mary Kay 110, 194 Howard, Bill 200 Howard, Jeffery 144, 145, 186, 191 Howe, Mark 40, 96, 165 Hoyt, Jamie 194 Hoyt. Teresa 165 Hronopoulos, Nikollette 194 Huber, Karen 40, 96, 129, 147, 165, 176 Huber, Kevin 194 Huddleston, Barbara 90, 171, 186 Hudecek, Kenneth 186 Hudock, Donald 40, 165 Hughes, Dale 180 Hughes, Janice 56, 200, 202 Hughes, Kimberly 48, 194 Hughes, Michael 186 Hummel, Jeffrey 186 Hurey, Richard 137, 200 Hutchison, Max 51, 150, 200 Hyland, Timothy 80 Hytche, Sonya 142, 194 Index 230 Industrial Arts 62, 63 Inland Steel 223 In Memory 183 Irwin, Kristi 194 Irwin, Traci 109, 129, 186 Ivetic, Radmila 194 Ivetich, Gordon 194 J ackson, Darla 194 Jacobsen Inc. 209 Jaksa, Jacquelyn 36, 42, 43, 186 Jamrok, Joe 194 Jamrok, Thomas 165 Jardine, John 200 Janickovic, Mark 186 Janickovic, Michael 180 Jankowski, Lisa 180 Janovick, Philip 37, 186 Jansen, Desiree 194, 195 Jansen, Troy 166, 236 Jarosak, Carl 166, 180 Jaroscak, David 166 Jasiak, Elizabeth 109, 194 Jasin, Janet 142, 186 Jasnic, Bronko 147 Jedynak, Lisa 186 Jeffries, Mary 94, 202, 203 Jelenek, Tammy 100, 104, 108, 109, 166 Jelesky, Lori 21, 29, 88, 98, 100, 104, 106, 166, 173 Jenks, Scott 145, 186 Jennings, Kennth 186 Jensen, John 166 Jewell, Vicki 40, 86, 92, 106, 110, 113, 186 Jimenez, Conrad 40, 166 Jiminez, Richard 32, 110, 111, 186 Jim Shema ' s Outdoor Sports 225 Jocic, Branko 14, 114, 117, 118, 133, 146, 147, 186 Johnsen, Judith 55, 166 Johnson, Allyn 20, 202 Johnson, Carey 92, 186 Johnson, Daniel 40, 47, 96, 99, 110, 111, 113, 166 Johnson, James 40, 166 Johnson, Karen 95, 110, 111, 113, 129, 131, 142, 194 Johnson, Mark 40, 166 Johnson, Merry 166 Johnson, Robert 194 Jones, Bennica 180 Jones, Brent 194 Jones, Danny 186 Jones, Deloris 166 Jones, Donald 166 Jones, James 194, 199 Jones, Kenneth 186 Jones, Pam 194 Jones, Patricia 194 Jones, Troy 166 Jose, Denise 186 Jovanovich, Mira 166 Joyce, Timothy 186 Judge, Mike 117, 118, 140, 141, 166 Juloski, Gail 194 Juniors 184 Jurasevich, April 147, 194 K acerski, Karl 194 Kachur, Rebecca 194 Kacmar, Larry 40, 119, 135, 141, 194 Kaegebein, Beth 109, 186 Kakouris, Christopher 166 Kalmas, Richard 194 Kapitan, Carol 82, 166 Kapitan, Laura 8, 129, 194, 195 Karabetsos, Lena 92, 194 Karakozis, Mark 180 Karaleftheres, Ireen 166 Karamacoski, Joann 166 Karamacoski, Kire 194 Karas, Anastasia 186 Karras, Gregory 117, 184, 186 Karrle, Leanne 167 Kasarda, Jerry 106, 203 Kaschak, Steven 40, 96, 99. 113, 167 Kaser, Marla 22, 88, 149, 186 Kasprzak, Karen 126, 139 Kasprzak, Paul 121, 141, 194 Katris, Frances 92, 95, 194 Kaurich, James 186 Kaurich, Kelley 194 Kavadas, Harry 167 Kawicki, Andrea 23, 59, 94, 101, 102, 103, 104, 129, 194, 229 Keegan, Betty 205 Keller, Bradley 180 Kendron, Dawn 167 Kendron, Robin 194 Kendt, Daniel 167, 238 Kepshire, John 186 Keough, Kelly 13 Kerns, Regina 186 Kerr, Linda 167 Kersteff, Corky 194, 196 Kezy, Mark 26, 101, 103, 167 Kierzkowski, David 126, 127, 141, 186 Kierzkowski, Jeannie 139 Kim, Min 68, 186 Kimberling, Kathryn 186 Kimmel, Felecia 180 King, Jessie 19, 22, 23, 108, 109, 186 King, Linda 167 Kingery, Ben 186 Kirby, Roman 194 Kirby, Ronald 109, 194 Kiriakopoulos, Harriet 194 Kirk, Benay 92, 108, 194 Kirk, Nancy 194 Kirksey, Karen 56, 89, 194 Kish, Natalie 194 Kitchen Kraft 223 Kleist, John 180 Klimaszewski, Louie 12, 81, 167 Klimaszewski, Paul 62, 119, 194 Klooster, Ted 80 Klootwyk, Dawn 186 Knight, Dawn 52, 167 Knish, Matthew 195 Knop, Dee 142 Knopf, Edward 167 Knopf, Myshelle 2, 186 Knoth, Sharon 203 Koby, Barbara 203 Kochendorfer, Ellen 90, 167 Koen, William 104, 168, 173 Koenig, Tina 168 Koenig, Tracy 131 Koepke, Joseph 40, 41, 96, 168 Komechak, Joseph 180 Komp, Dirk 195 Kontor, Jeff 27, 133, 186 Koonce, Charles 195 Koonce, Debora 168 Kormos, Elizabeth 43, 98, 184, 186, 188 Kosac, Craig, 7, 117, 124, 145, 186 Kosto, Marianne 168 Kostur, Eli 186 Kourtesis, Irene 186 Kouskousakis, Anna 186 Kouvakas, Kathy 157, 168 Kouvelas, Kristine 184, 186, 188 Kovacevic, Adam 180 Koveck, Kimberly 7, 81, 102, 168, 229 Kozak, Susan 16, 111, 113, 149. 186 Kraft, Michael 65, 168 Kralis, Greg 180 Krampen, Susan 168 Krasich, Joann 186 Krausnick, John 186 Krawczyk, Karol 110, 195 Kray, Michele 40, 95, 107, 192, 195 Krecik, Daniel 186 Krmpotich, Ken 195 Krol, Kathryn 8, 40, 187, 229 Krol, Mary 40, 96. 98, 102, 168 Kroll, Christine 109, 195 Krstanovski, Jagada 187 Kruppa, Linda 129, 187 Krutz, Mark 119, 195 Krutz, Stephen 116, 117, 168 Kubacki, Joy 169 Kubiak, Jim 187 Kuhn, Shirley 205 Kulage, Denny 113, 169 Kustric, Omer 180 Kutanovski, Debbie 169 Kuzemka, Shelly 89, 95, 147, 195 Kyres, Bill 180 Labash. Philip 24. 84, 99, 187 Lach, Peggy 195 Lackovic. Jasmina 195 Lacoss, Jeffrey 187 Lagenoek, Ronald 101, 103, 187, 229 LaMarca, Laura 18, 19, 34, 38, 39, 40. 43. 85. 93, 96. 100, 101, 103, 104, 111, 113, 169 LaMarca, Richard 137, 187 Lamb, Rhonda 187 Lamb, Scott 169 Lamfalusi, Cynthia 40, 92, 142, 187 Lane. Scott 180 Lane, Tracy 169 Lara, Franky 180 Larson, Jennifer 131, 195 Laser, Christel 93, 113, 187 Laudani, Linda 40. 86. 95, 96. 169 Laughead, Robert 169 Lawrence, Stacey 125 Layman, Jay 105. 132, 133, 134, 135, 169 Layman, Rich 141 Layman, Robin 187 Lea, Krista 187 Lear, Joanna 184, 187 Leas, Gladys 203 Leaser, John 195 Leaser, Kris 169 Le Claire Co. 224 LeDuc, Judy 202 Lee, Jeff 18 Lekar, Damon 187 Lekar, Rudy 169, 238 Lemke, Deborah 98, 169 Lennon, Robert 169 Leonard, Gerald 169 Leontaras, Penolope 180 Leontaras, Steven 195 Leposky, Mandy 24, 105, 187 Leposky, Margaret 205 Lepp, Kelly 40, 95, 169 Lepp, Tracy 195 Lesniak, Karen 95, 124, 125, 169 Lesniak, Richard 126 Lewan, Douglas 126, 169 Lewandowski, Linda 40, 51, 86, 100, 104, 169 Lewin, Kelly 169 Lewin, Larra 170 Lewin, William 187 Lewis, Eleanor 51, 86, 203 Lewis, Gregg 187 Lewis, Sherm 40, 41, 45, 78, 203 Liapes, Chuck 187 Library 72, 73 Lieber, Mark 110, 113, 195 Lilly, Janice 20, 95. 131, 187 Lincoln Carry Outs 217 Lind, Doug 141, 195 Lind, Gregory 170 Lindborg, Colette 40, 66. 110, 195 Lines, Sandra 26, 195 Lipton, Tom 150, 195 Lisek. Dawn 102, 112, 117, 169, 229 Lobody, Frank 187 Lobody, Michael 195 Lockhart, Steven 187 Long, Susan 42, 88, 102, 148, 149. 170, 229 Lopez, Ana 120, 142, 195 232 Index Lopez, Eduardo 40, 90, 94. 112, 187 Lopez, Erwin 180 Louie, Guy 195 Love, Sandy 129 Lovely, Tomi 106, 187 Lozanoski, Paul 69, 117, 147, 187 Lucas, Frank 170 Lucas, Larry 195 Lucas, Leslie 45, 102, 170, 229 Luck, Wendy 187 Luebcke, Arnold 187 Luebcke, Dawn 170 Luna, Ben 119, 195 Lund, Philip 111, 113, 170 Lunsford, Don 187 Luptak, Timothy 187 Luttinen, Robert 187 Luytgaarden, Diane 187 Luytgaarden, Kimberly 56, 170 Lynch, Agnes 203, 237 Lynn, Christie 147 Lynn, Jeffrey 195 Lynn, Mark 195 Lytle, Hurf 195 acchia. Michael 141, 195 Machin, Mark 170 Machnik, Penny 95, 110, 195 Mack, Jay 8, 31, 115, 119, 136, 137, 195 Mack, Lisa 12, 14, 24, 88, 98, 170 Mackanos, Steven 195 Maderna, Denny 170 Madsen, Ken 108, 187 Magee, Lisa 187 Magiera, Michael 137, 170 Maginot, Lois 98, 195 Mahaffey, Charles 137, 187 Mahaffey, Mark 137, 195 Maihofer, Ron 119, 141, 192, 195 Mains, Tina 187 Majstorovich, Millie 187 Makulka, Jason 121 Maletta, Lisa 187 Malich, Christina 57, 85, 171 Malicki Geri 195 Malocha, Catherine 40, 195 Malocha, John 187 Maloney, Jeffrey 108, 109, 195 Maloney, Thomas 171 Mandon, Diane 96. 202 Manglis, Niki 171 Manichanh, Somsamay 195 Manigault, Kimberly 74, 75, 203 Manis, Norma 205 Manis, Sandra 129, 130, 147, 171 Mann, Scottie 117, 171 Manoski, Beth 187 Manoski, Scot 157, 171 Marando, Antonette 93, 110, 171, 174 Marando, James 98, 110, 111, 113, 195, 238 Margaris, Dennis 196 Marich, Tina 171 Marino, Deborah 107, 113, 187 Marino, Michael 109, 171 Markle, Bruce 171 Markovich, Donald 40. 196 Marks, George 95. 126, 187, 191 Marsee, Darren 187 Marson, Carla 40, 52, 86, 94, 95, 101, 103, 171 Martin, Jeff 119, 196 Martin, Kirk 40, 180 Martin, Kris 58 Martin, Suzanne 187 Martin, Tom 119, 196 Martinez, Fernando 120, 121, 141, 187 Martinez, Kenneth 187 Martinez, Liz 120, 142. Mason. Greg 187 Massa, Christopher 141, 187 Mathematics 76, 77 187 Mathews, Bryan 81 Mathis, Daniel 196 Mathis, Karen 171 Mathews, Sue 52. 205 Matthews, Paul 119, 137, 196 Mattingley, Darrin 187 Matysiak, Shirley 78, 203 Mavros, George 40, 147, 187, 196 Mayersky, Randy 171 McAnally, Sarah 139, 188, 189 McBrayer, Donna 86, 110, 113, 188 McCann, Fred 188 McCarthy, William 74, 196 McCloud, Donna 196 McConnell, Earl 188 McCowan, Annette 188 McCoy, William 22, 29, 38, 83, 85, 110, 111, 113, 188 McCroskey, Melissa 109, 196 McCumber, David 171 McDaniel, Diane 188 McDonald’s 208 McEllis, Bill 188 McGee, Joanie 1% McGhan, Maureen 180 McGuire, Greg 199. 196 McGurkin, Robert 18 Mclntire, Darryl 40, 196 McKall, Barbara 205 McKay, Deanna 171 McKay, Karen 196 McKee. David 188 McKinney. Jack 119, 137, 196 McNally, Patricia 26, 131, 147, 188 M-Club 105 Meade, Kim 108. 109, 188 Meade, Michael 141, 171 Meadows, Darin 196 Meadows House of Flowers 212 Meadows, Lisa 188 Mechia, Lori 55, 171 Megquier, David 137, 141, 196 Melvick, George 40, 171 Menacher, Jackie 171 Merced, Mark 40, 196 Merced, Sandra 30. 102, 104, 171, 229 Merrillville License Bureau 217 Merrillville Schwinn 225 Merrillvue 102 Mesarch. Michael 40, 119, 196 Mesarch, Tim 40, 96. 172 Meschede, Mike 29, 132, 133, 134, 135, 188 Metcalf, Bill 144, 145, 203 Metcalf, Dennis 29, 132, 133, 134, 172 Metcalf, Diane 120, 142 Metcalfe, Dave 188 Methodist Hospital 222 Metlov, Annette 172 Metlov, Pete 171 Metros, Sandra 45, 92, 153, 172 Metros, Susan 16. 26, 92. 196 Metten, Patricia 172 Meus, Steve 196 Meyer, Jeffrey 172 Meznarick, Jerry 62. 172 Meznarick, Joanne 188 Micenko, Andy 72. 188 Michael, Eric 40, 98, 196, 103, 101, 196, 239 Michael, Joseph 6, 27, 40, 44. 172 Michael, Steven 119, 196 Micic, Sava 147, 196 Mihal, Catherine 172 Mihal, Mike 40 Mihal, Tom 196 Mihelic, Rudy 150, 188 Mihok, Deborah 88, 94, 188, 191 Mikulka, Faith 188 Mukuly, James 172 Miles, Wally 188 Miljkovic, Nada 22, 188 Miller, Christopher 40, 141, 188 Miller, Jeffrey 188 Miller, John 117, 119, 196 Miller, Neil 69, 117, 150, 188 Miller, Renea 107, 109, 196 Miner Dunn 228 Miner, Michael 117, 119, 137. 196 Minners, Jan 40, 60, 61, 68, 147, 188 Mirich, Diana 188 Mirror 103 Miskuf, Joseph 188 Miserak, Scott 88, 106, 108. 124, 188 Mitchell, Tom 113, 202 Mixell, Ray 202 Mizer, Lance 180 Modglin, Chris 188 Modglin, Scott 196 Modrak, Sherri 92, 124, 125, 142, 172 Modrak, Tamera 196 Mokol, Michael 129, 196 Mokol, Michelle 139, 188 Molchan, Dan 203 Mollick, Darrell 172 Monzulla, LeeAnn 172 Moody, Jim 70, 71, 120, 121, 142, 143, 202 Moon, Paula 109, 196 Moore, Brad 44, 172 Moore, Dave 62, 203 Moore, Robert 99, 196 Moore, Shari 40, 58, 98, 131, 188 Moravskij, Sylvia 172 Morigi, Mary 172 Morillon, Eric 196 Morris. Melissa 110, 111, 196 Morris, Willie 40, 110, 113, 140, 141, 172 Morrow, Joe 22, 85, 203 Moses, Ronald 117, 118, 172 Moss, Pamela 188 Moss, Patricia 196 Mowrey, Kevin 151 Mriscin, David 117, 137, 188 Mr. Steak 225 Mroz, Darryl 172 Music 66. 67 Mueller, Jeffery 172 Mulloy, Patrick 27, 98. 147, 203 Mummey, Sheri 53, 188 Mundell, Scott 40, 115, 136, 137, 188 Munquiz, Amy 196 Munquiz, Sandra 180 Monro, Joan 202 Murphy, Colleen 53, 188 Murry, Glory 38. 39, 188 Jadolski, David 173 Nail Place 218 Nash, Cheryl 203 Naspinski, Mathew 118, 119, 135, 196 Navarro, Theresa 196 Nawrocki, James 188 Nealon, Christopher 188 Neff, Jacqueline 40. lOCf. 104. 113, 129, 131, 173 Neskes, Denise 196 Neuliep, Jack 120, 142, 203 Neumeyer, Dale 197 News Events 48, 49 Nicksic, Bob 137 Nicksic, Valerie 40. 197 Nicolich, Dawn 149, 188 Nicholich, Steven 21, 40. 96, 144. 145, 173 Nicsch, Diane 189 Niles, Richard 119, 197 Nipper, Thomas 113, 133, 173 Nixon, Sheri 189 Nonos, Peter 40, 95, 105, 173 Norris, Buddy 119, 197 Norris, Loretta 139, 180 Norris, Suzie 109, 197 Novak. George 202 Novoa, Jeanne 189 Novreske, Deborah 189 Nuzzo, Sherrie 189 Obregon. Bridget 189 Ochoa, Timothy 189 O ' Deen, Robin 197 Ogan, Alan 173 Ogiego, Angela 197 Ogiego, Jeff 116, 117, 118, 157, 187 Ogiego, John 117, 173 Olace, William 189 Olejnik, Jeffery 30, 189 Olivadoti, Dominic 173 Olivadoti, Maria 92, 189 Olivadoti, Onofri o 94, 113, 197 Oliver, Jane 173, 240 Oliver, Kathy 109, 113, 187, 189 Oliver, Mike 117, 198 Ollie, Douglas 197 Olson, Catherine 125, 197 Olszewski, Dave 197 Ooms, Roger 197 Orchestra 112, 113 Ordway, Gregory 51, 173 O’Rear, Doris 205 Organizations Division 82, 83 Ornelas, Patty 105, 138, 139, 189 Orosz, Scott 27, 173 O’Rourke, Kevin 197 Orten, Judy 147 Orten. Karen 189 Osoba. Stephan 197 Otano, Robert 189 Ott, Dean 141, 187, 189 Otterbacher, Andy 18. 22, 38. 39, 40, 85, 87, 173 Otterbacher, Martha 18, 38, 85 Otterbacher, Scott 18, 38 “Our Town” 18, 19 Owen, Cynthia 189 Owen, June 105 acesetter 212 Pachapa, Kim 40, 94. 110, 197 Padgett, Stephen 189 Paige, William 135, 197 Pall, Janet 180 Palmer, Todd 197 Palvas, Elizabeth 88, 189 Palvas, Karyn 12, 14, 40, 51, 88, 89, 96. 101, 102, 105, 149, 154, 173, 229 Pampalone Insurance Agency 211 Panas, John 189 Pankiewicz, Daniel 173 Pantelic, Alex 116, 117, 118, 147, 173 Pantelic, Svetlana 60, 78, 116, 148, 197 Papadopoulos, Tom 147, 197 Papageorge, Kandy 40, 77, 189 Papageorge, Mary 173 Papagiannis. Eleni 189 Papp, David 180 Pappas, Christopher 174 Pappas. Nicholas 95, 137, 189 Pappas, Valerie 79, 94. 98, 129, 197 Pardus, Philip 16, 29. 98, 119, 197 Parker. Craig 33, 189 Parker, James 197 Parkhurst, Jim 197 Parkhurst, Russell 113, 197 Parks, Deborah 106 Parlock, Julie 189 Parpart, Raymond 34, 36, 40. 82, 83. 85. 101, 102, 103, 108, 109. 112, 153. 174. 229 Paschia, Dominic 174 Passaloukos, Angela 40, 95, 189 Patrons 227 Patterson, Shari 40. 189 Patterson, Larry 197 Paul, Robert 189 Pavel, Christine 97, 203 Pavot, Maria 94, 109, 197 Peacy, Steve 35 Pearson, Doug 197 Pearson, Michael 147, 174, 229 Pederson. Kathrin 189 Pejic, Alexander 180 Pejoski, Steve 180 Pennock. Janet 205 Pennock, Jill 40, 46, 88. 89. 96. 101, 105. 149, 174, 229 People Division 152 Pep Club 104 Index 233 Pepe’s Tocos 220 Pepsi Bottling Co. 223 Perez. Richard 180 Perrota, Emil 183 Perry’s Restaurant 218 Personal Touch Cleaners 224 Perzo, Catherine 189 Peters, Bill 75, 197 Peters, John 197 Peters, Karyn 174 Peters, Kimberly 189 Peterson, Jim 189 Peterson, Kathy 93, 125 Peterson, Michael 110, 111, 197 Petroff, Jeff 69, 189 Petroskey, Edward 90, 180 Petrovich, Brian 12, 133, 174 Petrovich, Rade 62, 147, 189 Peyton, Larry 189 Pfeifer, Pamela 120, 197 Pheanis, Suzanne 76, 174 Phillips, Arlene 205 Phillips, Jefferson 180 Physical Education 66, 67 Pienta, Joseph 40, 95, 133, 189 Pierce, Jill 147 Pigott, Lynn 8, 16, 40, 52, 96. 97, 174, 239 Pigott, Sharin 40, 92, 153, 195, 197 Pimental Mike 197 Piontek, Steven 189 Piunti, Sandy 197 Planojevic, Barbara 197 Plesha, Stecy 24, 89, 139, 142, 197 Plumb, Dawn 96, 174 Plumb, Donalee 95, 197 Plumer, Samuel 189 Pluskis, Marilyn 203 Pluth, Judy 40, 92, 96, 174 Pochop, Bob 175 Pokrajac, Vesna 94, 189 Poling, Nanci 188, 189 Pom pons 92 Popa, Connie 57, 189 Popp, Steve 189 Porter, Peter 189 Portlock, Patrick 197 Poti, Christine 92, 197 Potter, Jennifer 105, 109, 197 Potts, Joel 189 Poturalski, Susan 168, 189 Povlin, Jill 175 Powell, Dale 197 Powell, Jackie 90, 109, 180 Poxon, Diane 197 Poxon, Dolores 32, 53, 203 Prentoska, Suzana 74, 197 Prgomelja. Deborah 197 Prgomelja, Thomas 44, 62, 175 Price, Carolyn 22, 36, 75, 86, 94, 109, 185 Price, Cy 175 Priestly, Cooley 175 Primer, Lisa 124, 125, 149, 197 Primich, Frank 50. 117, 139, 175 Procopi, Karen 189 Proctor, Daniel 18, 19, 22. 23. 38, 39. 85, 100. 197 Prom 42, 43 Pruiett. Debbie 175 Pruzin Funeral Home 214 Pruzin, Kathryn 189 Puntillo, Joan 40, 92, 109, 189. 207 Pupillo, Ross 21, 175 Puskar, Edward 189 Puskar, Michael 197 Putz, Bernadine 202, 203 Pysh, Lenard 40, 98. 110, 111. 112, 113, 189 Pysh, Steve 197 ( ualizza, Janice 3, 11, 20, 118 Qualizza, Mark 144, 145, 175 Quest Club 106 Quill and Scroll 101 Rachford, Loren 112, 120, 175 Radjenovich, Rade 40, 96, 99. 175 Radjenovich, Rajko 40, 98, 99, 197 Radu, Alan 119, 197 Radu, Kimberly 175 Raehl, Charles 175 Raehl, Esther 189 Ragon, Dean 180 Rainey, Geral dine 202 Rainford, Phillip 180 Rainford, Richard 197 Rakos, Ron 37, 189 Ralston, Lisa Renee 189 Ralston, Raymond 180 Ramsey, John 189 Ramuscak, Diane 92, 95, 189 Ramusack, Steven 122, 123, 150, 197 Randhan, Kathy 189 Rassbach, Robert 197 Ratajec, Tony 180 Rathjen, Candy 147 Rawlings, Tammy 62 Reder, Cindy 189 Reder, Karen 205 Reder, Laura 197 Reeves, Brian 135, 197, 207 Reeves, Flowerama 216 Regan, Mike 31, 130 Regan, Nina 189 Regeski, Lisa 109, 197 Reilly, Margaret 113, 175 Reimer, David 175 Reinhart, Jerauld 4. 69, 108, 203 Reinhart, Laurie 22, 23, 36, 40, 85, 108, 109, 189 Remley, Robert 77, 117, 175 Rendina Funeral Home 216 Rendina, Judy 197 Rendina, Karen 12, 14, 45, 98, 101, 102, 103, 175, 229 Rendleman, Richard 180 Renner, Randy 197 Renner, Rick 150, 151, 189 Repar, Lillian 197 Rettig, Kristine 130, 131, 142, 197 Revue ' 83 22, 23 Reyna, Annette 197 Reyna, Tony 175 Reynolds, Chris 142 Reynolds, Michael 189 Rhodes, Jon 7, 10, 116, 117, 141, 189 Ribordy’s 212 Riccardi, Scott 40, 197 Rice, Jeff 119, 197 Richardson, Heidi 197 Richmond, Timothy 189 Richter, Barbara 205 Riddle, Lori 8, 40, 98, 175, 229 Riese, Deanna 131, 197 Riese, Michelle 197 Riese, Timothy 31, 145, 189 Rimer, Lori 40, 101, 102, 176, 207, 229 Risner, Joseph 176 Risteski, Suezana 197 Rivera, Michael 180 Robertson, Bridget 18, 106, 176 Robinson, Richard 40, 85, 99, 110, 111, 113, 189 Rodriquez, Oscar 137 Roe, Linda 18. 38, 39, 85, 189 Rogers. Cheryl 176 Rogers, Denise 131, 142, 197 Rogers. Don 121, 141 Rogers, Dorris 205 Rolff, Edward 189 Roman Pizzeria 211 Rondinelli, Frank 176 Rose, Charles 145 Rose, Cynthia 197 Rose, Dan 86, 95, 109, 197 Rose, Greg 197 Rose, Sherri 18, 189 Rosendaul, Richard 176 Rosich, Robert 7, 37, 85, 104, 106, 108, 109, 111, 176 Ross, Danelle 176 Roszkowski, Daniel 117, 141, 189 Roth, Jennifer 189 Rouhselang, David 189 Routsolias, Pete 197 Rubush, James 68, 90, 117, 189 Rubush, Jerry 90, 197 Rubush, Nancy 40, 96, 176 Runholt, Thomas 18, 22, 39, 40. 87, 94, 110, 111, 112, 113, 189 Runholt, Timothy 2, 18, 38, 83, 85, 110, 111, 112, 113, 189 Rusbasan, Lisa 39, 96, 107, 176 Russell, John 22, 108, 109, 197 Ruszkiewicz, Andrea 189 Sabo. John 189 Sadowski, Melissa 125, 176 Sakaleros, Michael 35, 116, 117, 147, 154, 176 Sakes, Andrew 40, 189 Saliek, Cynthia 78. 88. 102, 177 Saliwonczyk, Greg 197 Sanchez, John 177 Sanders. Bonnie 61, 202 Sandy ' s School of Dance 211 Sanko, Robin 26, 40, 142, 197 Santiago, Suzette 189 Santos, Mary 15. 197 Santucci, Mary 21, 22, 122, 207, 239 Satka, David 40, 122, 177 Savich, Yvette 197 Sawochka, Pamela 149, 189 Scheub, Bob 26, 119, 197 Scheub, Patricia 177 Schlotterbeck, Kimberly 92, 197 Schmidt Insurance Agency 216 Schmidt, Lenny 28, 40, 101, 102, 117, 118, 132, 133, 135, 177, 229 Schmidt, Mark 119, 135, 197 Schmuck, Violet 202 Schneider, Jeffrey 189 Schnick, Janice 99, 109, 197 Schoenfeld, Craig 73, 109, 117, 189 Scholz, Kim 129, 189 Schoon, James 189 Schreiber, Joe 197 Schreiber, John 197 Schreiber, Michael 177 Schreiner, Patricia 4, 40, 88, 95, 103, 177 Schreiner, Walter 119, 197 Schrenker, Eric 40, 117, 189, 290 Schrenker, Robert 46, 80 Schulte’s Standard Station 210 Schulte, Melissa 197 Schultze, Ron 189 Schulz, Paul 189 Schuster, Gregory 119, 141, 198 Schutz, Lynda 198 Schuyler, Paul 2, 4, 8, 80, 81 Science 68, 69 Scott, Cindy 107, 177 Scott, Susan 107, 198 Scrivnor, Julie 180 Seale, John 202 Sears, Timothy 189 Sebben, Christine 177 Seber, Catherine 16, 100, 104, 108, 109, 177, 240 Segraves, Lynne 177 Sell, Charles 190 Sell, Mary 177 Semic, Tim 122 Semper, Scott 121, 190 Seniors 134 Seniors Not Pictured 180 Senior Week 44, 45 Servin, Andres 177 Sever, Nadene 89, 198 Sharp, Andy 190 Sharp, Joan 190 Sharp, Scott 190 Shatkowski, David 18, 110, 111, 113, 177 Shayotovich, Mike 117, 118, 119, 135, 195, 198 Sheehy, John 198 Shelton, Noble 190 Sheptock, Mark 190 Shimely, Bernard 110, 111, 177 Shimely, Brian 198 Shinabarger, Erin 198 Shinovich, Suzanne 121, 125, 190 Shirey, Michael 190 Shriver, Kimberly 180 Shudick, Kris 177 Shuman, Diane 40, 54, 86, 177 Shuman, Eton 54 Sibinic, Jamie 190 Sicula, Michelle 142 Sierkowski, Karen 40, 102, 110, 177, 229 Sikanovski, John 180 Silva, Teresa 129, 198 Simic, Tim 190 Simmons, Steven 111, 198 Simonovski, Anica 178 Simonovski, Paul 190 Siwietz, Darlene 202 Skaggs, Lisa 190 Slade, Linda 178 Slade, William 86, 198 Slys, Don 133, 135, 202 Smallfield, Laura 178 Smallman, Ben 158, 198 Smith, Daniel 190 Smith, Deborah 178 Smith, Jackie 180 Smith, Jean 205 Smith, Karin 178 Smith, Leigh 84, 198 Smith, Lori 190 Smith, Mark 178 Smith, Martin 178 Smith, Norman 198 Smith, Patricia 198 Smith, Robert 178 Smith, Steven 144, 145, 178 Smolar, Brian 190 Smolnicky, Karen 18, 92, 109, 198 Smoot, James 40, 1 90 Smurdon, Thomas 190, 198 Sneiderwine, Micheal 178 Snemis, Jeff 12, 141, 178 Sobczak, Justine 178 Soccer 146, 147 Social Studies 70, 71 Soderlund, Lawrence 58, 198 Softball 146, 147 Sokol, Christine 190 Solich, James 178 Solich, Janeau 190 Solich, Jerry 190 Solon, Dean 178 Soltis, Carol 149 Soos, Frank 190 Sopczak, Jeff 119, 198 Sophomores 192 Sopko, Mark 18, 19, 38, 85, 178 Sorbello, Jodi 190 Sormaz, Helen 190 Sormaz, Peter 180 Sovljanski, Zoara 90, 190 Spak, Edward 190 Spangler, Robert 198 Spanish Club 95 Spargo, Ann Marie 109, 198 Spasoff Studio 219 Speech and Debate 87 Special Instruction 74, 75 Spencer, Teresa 104, 129, 198 Spicer, Michelle 42, 190 Spiroff, Dawn 20, 92, 190 Spiru, Louis 42, 116, 117, 118, 145, 190 Spitz, Susan 198 Sponel, Rata 205 Sports Division 114, 115 Spott, Kelley 100, 110, 113, 178 Spurlock, Becky 198 St. Germain, Jeff 119, 198 St. Martin, Diane 179 St. Myers, Randall 190 Saff 204, 205 234 Index Stanborough, Mike 10, 22, 198 Stanik, Carrole 61. 99, 112, 113, 142, 198 Stallings, Margaret 29, 91, 202, 203 Stanley, Katherine 190 Stanton, Mary 4, 18, 19, 38, 85, 94, 96, 110, 113, 178 Starkey, Joe 129, 147 Starr, Zula 205 Stefanelli, Janice 178 Stefanovic, Biljana 94, 198 Stefoski, Aleksandar 135, 141, 198 Steiner, Sally 190 Steininger, Dan 126, 141, 190 Steininger, Paul 40, 86, 178 Steininger, Stephanie 99. 198 Stephan, Robert 190 Stevens, Scott 198 Stewart, Janet 142 Stewart, Jeff 117, 190 Stewart ' s Business Machines 211 Stojanovic, Donna 190 Stojanovski, Alexander 12, 110, 111, 113, 198 Stoltz, Linda 198 Stoltz, Valerie 179 Stone, John 10, 80, 81 Stone, Kimberly 196. 198 Stone, Susan 179 Storey, Bret 119, 198 Storey, Judy 205 Strack Vantil 209 Strawhun, Jayne 176, 179 Strong, Dian 179 Strong, Lori 109, 198 Stryczek, Diane 53, 198 Stryczek. Julian 18, 86, 100, 104, 117, 119, 179 Student Council 98 Student Life Division 6 Suckey, Troy 190 Summer 8, 9 Summers, ;red 140, 141 Sunshine Society 107 Surowiec, Lisa 190 Sutkowski, Mike 177 Suvajac, Srecko 190 Swartout, Laura 190 Swift, Janet 179 Swike, Jacqueline 40, 93, 101, 102, 103, 110, 113, 179 Swift, Kennith 198 Swift, Lisa 198 Swimming 124, 125, 126, 127 Swinson, Richard 180 Swisher, Darrell 190 Swisher, Ninete 190 Szafranski, Michele 190 Szklarski, Douglas 180 Szymaszek, Toni 74, 198 Szynalski, Carla 190 Taber, Richard 190 Takis, Constance 16, 179 Takis, Michael 141, 198 Talmadge, Gene 71, 203 Tanke, Valerie 29, 34, 58. 101, 102, 103, 203, 229 Tarchala, Traci 71, 190 Tasicas, Gus 20, 119, 198 Tasicas, Tom 179 Tavaras, John 135, 198 Taylor, Marty 190 Teeter, Carol 20, 21, 75. 104 Teets, Kimberly 190 Teller. Joseph 190, 229 Teller, Kerin 22, 40, 85, 86. 91. 107, 160. 179 Tennis 122, 123, 148, 149 Terek, Scott 40. 95. 97, 198 Terry, Troy 190 Tesanovich, Michelle 190, Tesonovich, Milan 198, 195 Tharp, Sandra 109, 129, 131, 198 Thespians 85 Thomas. Luanne 109, 198 Thomas, Michael 179 Thompson, Annette 30, 190 Thompson, Dorothy 202 Thompson, Jennifer 18, 31, 40, 98, 129 131, 184, 190 Thompson, Kathy 109, 198 Thompson, Mark 15, 198 Thurman, Traci 198 Tica, Zvjezdana 40, 96, 180 Timmons, Dawn 198 Tindell, Aretta 180 Tipton, Carllyn 66, 202, 203 Tirikos, Kathy 180 Todorofski, Helen 64, 180 Toigo, John 180 Toigo, Suzanne 190 Tokarz, Steve 198 Tolman, Herb 2, 180 Tomak, Paul 108, 109, 126, 198 Tomondi, Christopher 40, 86, 174, 180 Tompkins, Brenda 120, 198 Torres, Daenna 190 Touchette, Brad 40, 94, 96, 110, 111, 180 Track 140, 141, 142, 143 Traficante, Angela 92, 153 Travis, Steve 84, 190 Tretter, Brian 19, 34, 38, 85, 87, 94, 190 Trkulja, Michelle 190 Trowbridge, Alice 65, 81, 190 Troxel Jewelers 213 Trpezanovich, Ken 180 Trpkovski, Tony 180 Trzaska, Deborah 110, 113, 146, 147 190, 198 Trzaska, Patricia 198 Tsampis, Vasilia 99, 190 Tsiongas, Angelo 180 Tubbs, Barbara 190 Tucker, Craig 72, 180 Tucker, Janice 190 Tuft, Scott 198, 226 Tully, Carl 40, 140, 141, 184, 190 Turean, Jennifer 40, 190 Turkey Creek Pharmacy 224 Turner, Cathy 180 Turner, Susan 180 Tyler, Jerome 198 CJnderwood, Barbara 34, 40, 92, 101, 102, 180, 229 Underwood, Buzzy 7, 119, 198 Underwood, Larry 198 Underwood, Lisa 190 Urban, Kathleen 198 Urbanczyk, Richard 190 Urbano, Rodney 190 Uzelac, Dave 180 alenti, Laura 190 VanMeter, Dorene 40, 66, 100, 108, 109. 180 Vanscoyk, Tammy 110, 198 VanSimaeys, Paul 18, 40, 60, 61, 97, 141 180 VanTil, Scott 190 Varela, Louis 181 Varnum, Larry 198 Vasquez, Mario 198 Vasquez, Victor 181 Vavra, Anne 190 Vazquez, Donna 198, 236 Velaxquez, Greg 190 Veljanoski, Violet 181 Verbancis, Michael 180 Vergancic, Timothy 198 Vereb, Christopher 181 Vergin, Gigi 147, 190 Vermillion, Cheryl 5, 125, 129, 130, 131, 147, 181 Vermillion, Diane 26, 40. 115, 129, 130, 131, 190 Vermillion, Jim 51, 203 Vernia, Maryann 205 Vespo, Daniel 119, 198 Vessely, Pauline 2, 72. 92, 153, 181 Vessely, Valerie 88. 190 Victor, Todd 181 Villagran, Christine 198 Villaire, Francis 180 Villarreal. Alonzo 97, 102, 103, 112, 152, 181, 229 Villarreal, Monica 190 Vincent, Robert 101, 103, 106, 181, 207, 229 Virgo, Catherine 190 Vitalone, Dino 198 Vlasic, Ronald 119, 198 Vlisides, Eva 181, 240 Volleyball 128, 129 VonBehren, Carol 55, 203 Vowell, Shawn 8, 119, 196, 198 Vraniskoski, Rose 130, 239 Vrtikapa. Laura 142, 198 Vujovic, Adam 22 Vujocic, Daniel 18, 19, 38, 39, 94, 122. 123, 181 Vulinovic, Bosko 198 W achowski, James 190 Wachosski, Steve 181 Wade, Robin 36, 40, 88, 190 Wagner. Rene 181 Wah Yuen Restaurant 209 Wainman, Cheryl 181 Walker, Skip 24, 33, 137, 181 Wallace, Lisa 55, 190 Walther, Jennifer 198 Wampler, Karyn 88, 102, 142, 143, 181, 229 Wardell, Kimberly 181 Wardell, Liz 12, 147 Warn, Wayne 198 Wasick, Lawrence 180 Waters, Douglas 117, 190 Watkins, Karen 40. 107, 190 Weaver, Elayne 198 Weaver, Jeff 190 Weaver, Sheryl 181 Webb, Jean 45, 205 Webb, Lori 181 Weisman, Darren 190 Weissert, David 190 Welch, Christine 198 Welch, Peggy 190 Welch, Tonya 198 Welch, Steve 190 Wendy’s 224 Wengel, John 198 West, James 181 West, Sandy 198 Westcott, Lisa 198 Westphall, Shelly 198 White, Robert 191 Whittemore, Joyce 87 Whittemore, Richard 198 Whittier, Shellene 191 Wielgus, Deborah 191 Wiening, Kurt 62, 182 Wieser, Christopher 121, 141, 198 Wiggins, Katherine 40, 88, 101, 102, 182, 229 Wikse, Daniel 40, 122, 198 Wilczynski, Dawn 191 Wilczynski, Pam 129 Wilczynski, Steve 133, 145, 191 Wiles. Ed 124, 125 Wiles, Tom 150, 191 Wilk, Diane 129, 198 Wilk, Karen 40. 86, 94. 96, 182 Wilk, Matthew 20, 72, 119, 137, 198 Wilkening, Randall 45, 182 Wilkison, Lisa 40. 93, 99, 110, 113, 191 Williams, John 77, 182 WiUiams, Mark 191 Williams, Sue 93, 110, 203 Wilson, Kenneth 191 Wilson, Kevin 182 Wilson, Madeline 202 Winchester, Robert 22, 23, 85. 94. 191 Winning Sectionals 28, 29 Winter, Kimberly 109, 198 Wirtes, Albert 40, 199 Wirtes, Diane 92, 94, 191 Wirtz, Judith 191 Wirtz, Janet 33 Wirtz, Rebecca 33, 199 Wirtz, Thomas 182 Wise Way 227 Wlodarski, Randy 191 Wojas, Paul Tony 182 Wojlyska, Shawn 191 Wojtyska, William 199 Wolak, Kimberly 191 Wolan, Mary 160, 176, 182 Won, Chanhi 191 Won, Eunkyong Cathy 182 Wood, Craig 147 Wood, Timothy 182 Woods, Bruce 22, 203 Woods, Kathryn 107, 152, 199 Woods, Phil 180, 182 Woodward, Babe 81 Woodward. Barry 36, 117, 118, 137, 191 Woodward, David 14, 15, 116, 117, 118, 136, 137, 182 Wooldridge. Genevieve 263 Wooldridge, Vel 73, 203 Working 36, 37 Wozniak, Holly 109, 199 Wozniak, Robert 126 Wrestling 136, 137 Wright, Bradley 182 Wright, Loral 199 Wrigley, Julie 182 Wriston, Diana 199 Wszolak, Karla 191 Wukich, Niki 182 5Cidis, Michael 199 Xidis, Susan 180 Y agelski, John 119, 199 Yakovetz, William 199 Yakubec, John 103, 121, 141. 182 Yelton, Jeff 117 Yeoman, Boyd 51, 76, 203 Yester, Daniel 182 Yetsko, Jayne 52, 102, 182, 229 Yiankes, Deno 191 Yonker, Ed 141, 199 Yonker, Nicholette 149, 191 “You Can’t Take It With You” 38, 39 Yugo, Christopher 68, 126, 191 Yura, Jill 199 Zaikos, George 182 Zajac, Desiree 183 Zajac, Joseph 39, 40. 98, 110. Ill, 113, 191 Zajd el, Tracy 199 Zakula, Michelle 183 Zaylle, Gloria 52, 205 Zale, Julie 89. 95. 109, 199 Zarakas, Louie 191 Zarakas, Peter 199 Zaronias, Michael 191 Zaronis, Elaine 199 Zavacky, Robert 199 Zebracki, Richard 199 Zellers, Michael 199 Zellers, Tina 191 Zemlik, Robert 199 Zervos, Pete 12, 183 Zezovski, Isabelle 199 Zimmerman, Kimberly 199 Zimmerman, Lorraine 199 Zimnawoda. Michael 191 Zolcak, Robert 144. 145, 191 Index 235 Different ages blend together There are many new things that await sophomores that come to MHS. It’s a big change from the junior high schools. For example, there are more extracurricular activities at MHS, also the class schedules and lunch hours are different. Once the sophomores got acquainted with the school, they had fun. “On the whole, the upperclassmen made me feel welcome,” commented Donna Vasquez, sophomore. For most people, the junior year means a lot of planning for the senior year and college. “My junior year took a lot of work to fill out and mail applications to various colleges. It’s also hard to decide which college to go to,” said Jean Dudak, junior. Besides all the work, students still get together and have fun. Toward the end of the year, juniors attend graduation parties and say good-bye to their senior friends. Finally, the senior year is especially a “One of a Kind” year. Seniors have the priviledge of going half a day and graduating midterm. “I feel going half a day is a great idea because a person can complete their education along with having a part time job,” added Amy Absher, senior. Everyone looks forward to their senior year but it goes so quickly. By the end of the year, students are sad because their friends are all going their separate ways af ter graduation. It’s the end of the “best years” but yet the beginning of a “One of a kind” future. At the prom, several couples enjoy a fun evening of dancing at the Greek Hall. Troy Jansen, senior, finds some peace and quiet at the Dunes State National Park. CNE Of A KIND 236 One Of A Kind Parpart Tony Haines, senior, crosses the finish line and aids in the Pirate victory over Hobart. With the male belly dancer Apollo on her lap Agnes Lynch, retiring English teacher, is surprised by her sixth hour class before she leaves MHS after 25 years of teaching. One Of A Kind 237 A v f Kawicki As the end of the year nears, Dan Kendt, senior, studies for his trig final. CNE After Senior Breakfast and Commencement practice, Cory Golkowski. Joe Bardeson and Rudy Lekar, seniors, proudly parade around the school. Parpart Many seniors try to understand their assignment in government class as the end of the school year approaches. Vi 1 Jim Marando, sophomore, gets his classes together for next year during arena scheduling. 238 One Of A Kind Another ‘One of a Kind’ year for Merrillville in 1983 Although the “One of a Kind” year comes to a close, true friendships live forever. As students come to MHS as sophomores, the students from Pierce and Harrison immediately became friends. “After being rivals with Harrison for three years, I found that the people there are really nice, too,” said Cathy Santucci, senior. Adding to the diversity at MHS, many people participate in sports. Joining teams, such as football, tennis, and golf enable people to make friends. “After being on Student Council for two years, getting to go to camp was a good experience as far as communicating and being a good friend, ’’commented Anne Guba, senior. Also, there is a wide variety of clubs for everyone to participate in. This is a good way to get to know people. “There are so many different clubs at MHS, it’s easy for people to make friends,” commented Rose Vraniskoski, junior. There are many academic organizations that enable people to make friends. The Honor Society has been a club at MHS for many years. “The Honor Society is a special club and I met a lot of nice people in it,” said Lynn Pigott, senior. The Key club is a new club and it is a community service group. It is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. “I wanted to join the Key Club to do service for other people in the community,” said Eric Michael, sophomore. The Jets Club is also an academic club. A group of students compete against other schools in the math field. Eric Schrenker, junior, stated, “It was an experience being on the Jets team, not to mention the nice people I met.” The students at MHS all have different interests, but they all find the joys of friendship, which makes us “One of a Kind.” photos Kawicki By the turning of the tassels, these once students of MHS are now on their way to a new beginning. One Of A Kind 239 MHS experiences special year for everyone As the 1983 school year came to a close, it was evident that MHS experienced a “One of a Kind” year. MHS students excelled in sports. For the first time in the school’s history MHS proudly produced one three-time state champion. Also, our entire group of athletes captured the Duneland Conference All Sport Trophy. In academics, MHS students witnessed the computer boom. Classes for next year were filled quickly. New organizations were introduced and old clubs expanded. Many clubs even started new traditions while maintaining the old. A “One of a Kind” school provided students with a One of a Kind” year. Barb Underwood, Kathy Wiggins Trying on their caps and gowns before the graduation ceremony, Kathy Sever, Eva Vlisides and Jane Oliver, senior, show why they think MHS is “One of a Kind”. _ ONE € ' fa ikiind 240 One Of A Kind orA IKIINID