Merrillville High School - Merrillvue Yearbook (Merrillville, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 224 of the 1984 volume:

WATCH US . . . Play 6 Learn 46 Participate 72 Win 96 Watch us 128 Contribute 180 1984 Merrillvue Volume 59 Merrillville High School 276 E. 68th Place Merrillville, IN 46410 Personalities shine in ’84 Watch us. Watch us in 1984. We are not the depersonal- ized people George Or- well predicted we would be in his book 1984 . MHS Students have proven that we have our own personality. Even so look at us watch out for and help one another. Watch us. Jocks. Punkers. Intellectuals. All were seen walking the halls of MHS. We all had our own groups of friends. The friends we helped, and the friends who helped us, as we matured and made our way through our high school years. Jennifer Duncan, senior, commented, I ' ve made a lot of good friends at MHS, and they have made my three years of high school a lot of fun.” Whether it was in small ways — or whether it was in significant ways — MHS students cared for and helped one another. Watch us. Small or large groups of friends sat around the hallways talking or hang- ing out at Godfathers or shooting pool at Stardust. Ken Wilson, senior, stat- ed, I like to go to the games and to Godfa- thers with my friends on Friday nights without wor- rying about getting up for school the next day.” No matter what we were doing, friends were always there to lend a helping hand whenever needed. My friends can always count on me to be there when they need me. And friends are always around. Everyone needs to have a friend,” ex- plained Kathy Kimberling, senior. Teachers and adminis- trators were always will- ing to put in extra hours to help students with home- work or even with person- al problems. Joann Castlen, business teacher, stated, The COE program is certainly more than a one hour classroom activity!” Everyone really cared. Watch us — we re MHS! Scott Modglin, junior, and Bess Ferentinos, sophomore, work together on an English assignment. Although Theresa Berger, senior, and her sister, Marianne, junior, compete against each other In the powder puff game, they show their sisterly love. Craig Kosac, senior, puts in some extra study time during his lunch break in the main foyer. Spiking the ball to the opponents In a semi-state game, are Gigl Vergin and Melisa Henrichs, seniors. 3 WATCH US We’re MHS: watch us! F Cl If 4 % Wf JfA s Watch us. Watch us play. Rain didn ' t stop us from having fun during Home- coming Week! We had so much fun watching the powder puff game in the rain be- cause all that I had left of my umbrella was the han- dle, exclaimed Millie Majstorovich, senior. Students were involved in a large variety of ac- tivities during the year. The climax of the year, however, was senior week. Seniors shared their last days at MHS together attending Senior Break- fast, riding around the school, commencement, and finally going to Open Houses. Watch us learn. There is something for everyone in MHS ' s cur- riculum. MHS offers a col- lege-prep curriculum along with industrial art, home economics, busi- ness, art, and many other courses. Watch us grow. The Big Brother and Big Sister program was cre- ated through Operation Pride. Juniors and seniors acted as Big Brothers and Big Sisters to sophomores at Sophomore Orienta- tion. Dusti Nunley, sopho- more commented, It was really worth going to because you got to see where your classes were, and the upperclassmen made us feel welcome to MHS. Watch us win. Everyone is watching MHS win. The football team cap- tured a 3-1 record in our cluster. Jon Rhodes, senior, stated, The whole team worked really hard to be successful, and we had a great time doing it! Also, the boys tennis team upset Hobart to make it to the sectional finals. Watch us. MHS has helped us de- velop our own personal- ities, while taking pride in everyone and everything that makes MHS special. Theresa Berger, senior, stated, Some of the teachers really care about getting the school and students united as one. They extend their help to us on overcoming any scholastic or personal problems. I ' m really grateful for this, and I think this is very special of MHS. Watch us play. Watch us learn. Watch us grow. Watch us win. Watch us! Cheering on the sophomores, the members of the Senior Powder Putt team await their game with the winner of the junior-sophomore battle. Bob Stephan, senior, shows his powerful backhand, which helped us win against Hobart. Studying diligently for an upcoming English test is Georgann Ard, junior. Sunshine Society members Michele Kray and Lori Equlhua, juniors, welcome sophomores to orientation. 4 WATCH US •flan Bardeson, senior, looks on as Merrillville was defeated by Crown Point during the first football game. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, and his wife, Linda, dress up for the Halloween Dance. During their free time, Beth Bowen and Karen Kasprzak, sophomores, admire the display of class rings. Anxiously awaiting their first day of school, students board the school bus. Watch us play after school Watch us play. Having a good time is something MHS students know how to do. The fun started out with the Back to School boo- gie” and didn ' t stop until after graduation. Students boogied” in the cafeteria at the Back to School Boogie” sponsored by the Senior Class. It was a great way to start out the year,” stat- ed Chris Childress, junior. The fun continued through Homecoming ac- tivities, where students got pepped up for the Homecoming game, at the first pep session of the year. Jay Anderson, junior, stated, I think the pep session was super. It really helped get the football players excited for the game. Seniors remembered all the good times they had at MHS as graduation drew near. Mandy Leposky, senior, exclaimed, This has been a really great year, but Senior Week was the best time of all. 7 STUDENT LIFE “ enjoyed myself being in a different country during the summer.” Mike Zimnawoda, senior By starting the season early, Louie Spiru, senior, tells the frustration of the summer heat. Merrillville lost to Crown Point 0-24. Surprising the grilling of hot dogs is Mark Harding and Butty Palvas, seniors. A birthday party in Craig Kosac’s senior, backyard was held to celebrate Butty and Craig’s birthdays. 8 SUMMER Siutune i Students find happiness in hot weather Summertime. It ' s a time for having fun and doing what you enjoy. All I did was party, go to the drive in and look out for guys, commented Kendra De- cheske, senior. The summer of 1983 was an excellent year for concerts. Bryon Adams and Jour- ney played at Alpine Valley and the Police, Joan Jet, along with the Fixx, and A Flock of Seagulls played at Comisky Park on July 23. “I had an excellent time seeing the Police. It was a long, hot day, but it was well worth it, said Andy Guba, junior. Summer trips to foreign countries were popular this year. Rich Robinson, senior, trav- eled to Germany, while Nanci Poling, Diane Niksch, Maria Olivadoti, seniors, and Onofrio Olivadoti, junior, toured France. “We stayed in France for 3 weeks. We had to speak in French most of the time if we wanted to get something across, stat- ed Niksch. A somewhat closer-to-home summer spot was the ever-famous Y 8t W drive-in. Jay Anderson, junior, stated, ”1 tried to hit the drive-in at least four nights a week. Many MHS students could easily be seen on the beach. West Beach was a really popular place to go and ' cop some rays ' . Amy Giordono, senior, stated, ”1 worked on my tan all summer long. — Tiffin! Crownover A typical lazy summer day in Mexico isn’t wasted by Jay Anderson, junior. At the Student Council pool party, Jennifer Thompson, senior, cools off from the summer heat. 9 Summer Broadway attracts many car fanatics Getting your license. It seemed to take forever. Now you have it. Along with the thrills of driving to school and going out, comes the ag- onies of buying gas and fixing the car. I can ' t wait until I get my license! commented Eric Austin, sophomore. I ' ve just finished Drivers Ed, I ' ve held my permit for two months and now it ' s only a matter of time, he added. When you finally had your license safely in your wallet, next comes the begging and pleading. When I first got my license, I could never get the car. Now I can get it whenever I need it. I guess it ' s just a matter of trust, said Gail Juloski, junior. Getting the car. Going out with friends. The only thing left is some- where to go. That somewhere eventu- ally came to be, the cruisin ' of Broad- way. Rod Gayda, junior, stated, I cruise to look at the cars and to meet new friends. The lights. The music. The people. All are the perfect setting for a fun night on Broadway. It ' s the people-watching that makes cruisin ' interesting, added Gigi Vergin, senior, and there are definite- ly a lot of interesting people on Broad- way. We understand that the kids need some where to go, but all that we ask is that they abide by our rules, ex- plained a Merrillville officer keeping an eye on the Broadway strip. Along with cruising comes the rules of Broadway. The rules are basically simple, stick to the speed limit, don ' t drive through the parking lots of McDonalds or Burger King, and respect the rights of others, and you can have a safe, exciting ' night on the town ' . As the students gained more and more access to the car, they found driving to be not all ' fun and games ' . Car troubles, the enemy of all stu- dent drivers. I was on my way home from the beach, when all of a sudden my car back-fired and died. I had to have the car towed and left it with a mechanic over night to have it fixed, said Mary Croarkin, junior. MHS has designed a class to be the answer to your car troubles. Auto mechanics is a two hour course taught by Robert Harder. We understand and sympathize with MHS students and their cars, stat- ed Mr. Harder. Auto mechanics is set up to charge the students only ten percent above cost for us to work on their cars, he added. The auto mechanics class has on the average, about sixteen people per class. This is one of my favorite classes. We really learn a lot and it helps me at home when I have trouble with my car, mentioned Jim Crim, junior. Another car problem is the rising cost of gas. Students with jobs even find that paying for gas is sometimes diffi- cult. Although I do have my job at McDonalds, gas is still an extra item I have to pay for each week, stated Linda Kruppa, senior. As we all know, along with the thrill of getting the car and cruisin ' , comes the agonies of buying gas and having the car fixed. — Tiffin! Crownover 10 CRUISIN ' Broadway is the place for many students to cruise on the weekends and after school. Tom Mlhal and Dan Mathis, Juniors, learn about cars In the auto shop class at school. “ cruise to look at the cars and to meet new friends.” Displaying their attire on Clash Day, Pat Armstrong and Linda Christott, English teachers, participate in Homecoming ' s Spirit Week. Representatives from the Senior Class get rowdy during the parade on their Homecoming float. Rain doesn’t dampen spirit “ t was really exciting, and I was shocked.” Jon Rhodes, Senior The rain during this year ' s Homecoming events didn ' t dampen anyone ' s spirits. Despite the rain and the ear ly date of Homecoming week, a lot of students par- ticipated in the week ' s activities. During the week, students expressed their spirit by dressing up for College T- shirt Day, Clash Day, Opposite Sex Day, Sweats Day and the traditional Purple and White Day. Chris Poti, junior, commented, The tur- nout of people participating in the pa- rade, despite the rain, showed that ev- eryone had lots of school spirit. Winners of the parade were Best Club Float, German Club; Best Car, Spanish Club; Best Theme Display, German Club; Best Class Float and Most Spirited, the Senior Class. To highlight the week, a Pep Session followed school Friday afternoon. All fall sports were recognized. There was a dispute about the seniors getting to sit on their own side at the Pep Session. Tom Herbert, assistant principal. noted, The Pep Session was volunteer because we felt that we ' d get more en- thusiasm from other kids if the kids who sat there and did nothing weren ' t in- volved. If few students attended, the seniors would be on the same side as the juniors and sophomores. The seniors got their own side because as it turned out, the entire gym was filled with enthusiastic students awaiting the night ' s events. Jon Rhodes, senior, was elected Mr. Football by the senior football players. He said, It was really exciting, and I was shocked. All students showed their spirit by screaming and holding up signs. The sen- iors received the Spirit Stick because they were rowdier than the juniors and sophomores. Dawn Halsted, senior and a member of the Homecoming Court, said, I think it ' s great that our class finally showed every- body that we do have spirit. (continued on page 15). 12 HOMECOMING The junior powder puff team gets rowdy before the Homecoming parade. The Senior Class sings the school song at the pep session for their last football Homecoming. The German Club float won the award for the best club float for their second year. George Angelov, sophomore, proudly displays the float. 13 HOMECOMING Hiking the football to quarterback Patti Haupt, junior, is center Mary Croarkin, junior. The juniors deteated the sophomores in the tirst game. Running through the Homecoming banner are Branko Jocic, senior, and Bob Scheub, junior. was very surprised at being elected queen.” Cindy Lamfalusi, senior 14 HOMECOMING tMowecatnina Alumni ‘come home’ for celebration The rain continued throughout both powder puff games. In the first game sophomores vs. juniors, the juniors emerged victorious, 7-6 in the final seconds. Next, the wet and slightly muddy ju- niors faced the seniors. After a hard fought battle, the seniors triumphed, 7- 6 . Mr. Herbert, referee of the game, commented, “All three teams showed excellent sportsmanship. I was very proud of them.” After the game, the annual bonfire was held. However, it ended early be- cause of the rainy, cold weather. By halftime of the Homecoming game, everybody was in dismay, but MHS friends alumni and families still had faith and spirit in the Pirates. While the band played on the field at halftime, the 1983 Homecoming Queen, Tuesday Grant, crowned the 1984 Homecoming Queen, Cindy Lam- falusi, senior. Other members of the Homecoming Court were Dawn Hoisted, Beth Kor- mos and Dawn Spiroff, seniors. Lamfa- lusi commented, I was very surprised at being elected Queen. Joining the court this year was an unofficial candidate, John Malocha, senior, who said it was a last minute decision. Everyone was daring me to dress up and congratulate the queen, added Malocha. Many Merrillville graduates returned home for Homecoming. Joe Bardeson commented, “I came to see my broth- er play. Gene Guernsey added, “I came because my girlfriend was here. After the halftime festivities ended, our Pirates again entered the field. The Pirates fought hard to the end of the 1983 Homecoming game. Even though there were clouds in the sky, the stars still seemed to shine on the couples who attended the 1983 Homecoming Dance, “That Spe- cial Feeling. Joe Zajac, senior, stated, “It was nice to be at the dance with my girlfriend. One hundred fifty couples attended the dance at which L 8t L Mobile Sound System provided the music for the evening. The couples were greeted with their names on programs de- signed to look like TV programs. Irene Halkias, senior and chairman of the dance, commented, “The dance was a lot of work, but worth the trou- ble because everyone seemed to en- joy themselves. Couples went to the dance to share “That Special Feeling, which was sponsored by the Student Council on Sept. 17. However, Valerie Vessely, senior, said she enjoyed the dance because “it was my senior year and I got to be with all my friends. — Robin Wade, Sharon Pigott, Glory Murray, Chris Franz Blocking Julie Fratzke, Junior, In the first game, Is Candy Rathjen, sophomore. The 1983 Homecoming Court consists of Dawn Spiroff, Cindy Lamfalusl, queen, Dawn Halsted, and Beth Kormos, seniors. 15 HOMECOMING Tracy Zajdel, junior, displayed the punk tad almost every day at MHS. Punking out before her night club job in Chicago is Becky Drakis, senior. “ ads are as popular as you want them to be.” 16 TRENDSETTERS Movies influence MHS styles, fads The hottest item around in 1984 is the Flashdance look. Diane Ramu- sack, senior, said, “The one-shoulder sweatshirts are very sexy and fashion- able.” This trend was easy to make yourself and inexpensive. Tracy Zajdel, junior, added, “This cut up look is both com- fortable and stylish.” Mini-skirts were also a very popular fashion. Dawn Spiroff, senior, stated, “I like to wear mini-skirts because they ' re in fashion and very comfortable. The preppy fad continued in 1984. Paul Matthews, junior, said “Polo co- logne, button downs with jeans and a tie are what g uys are going for. He also added, “I wear Polo to im- press the women.” Designer jeans have added a lot to the fashion world. Michelle Broda, ju- nior, commented, “I like to wear jeans that fit right and are comfortable.” The Calvin Klein jean commercials are one of the most well known. Jor- dache and Sasson are also very popu- lar. Popular places to shop for fashions included the Southlake Mall. Laura Vrti- kapa, junior, said, “I usually go the the Mall to shop and end up buying clothes at Ayres. Yet, Donna McCloud, junior ex- plained, “I like to shop at River Oaks, because their fashions are more up to date. — Angie Traficante The everyday dress that was most likely found at MHS are shown by Mike Miner, Junior, and Anne Vavra, senior. photos Kawicki Boots have been popular for many years; h owever, in 1983-84 “elf” boots were worn by many MHS students. 17 TRENDSETTERS Friends share good times at informal school dances After a hard long week at school, MHS students were ready for rest and relax- ation on the weekend. What better way to rest and relax than at one of MHS ' s many informal dances? Since the start of the school year, sev- eral MHS clubs and organizations spon- sored dances for the students to enjoy. The first dance was on Aug. 25. This was the Back-To-School Dance spon- sored by the Senior Class. The purpose of the dance was to break the ice for sophomores. Susie Lax, sophomore, commented I thought the Back-to-School Dance was a great experience. It let me see everyone I would be going to school with. Jill Habrych, junior, also commented, The Back-To-School dance helped me get in the mood to go back to school. The Student Council sponsored the Hal- loween Dance on Oct. 26. Music was provided by Dr. Walker. This dance let everyone who attended display their carefully chosen costumes. Bret Storey, junior, stated, I think a costume brings out your true personality. That ' s why I liked the Halloween Dance. The Student Council also sponsored the Merrillville-Andrean dance, held after the Merrillville-Andrean game on Dec. 9. Students from both schools were invit- ed to attend. Andrean junior, Alicia Metz, comment- ed, have a lot of friends from Merrillville who I hardly ever see. The dance let me have a good time with my friends from Merrillville and Andrean. Laura Hanas, junior, added, I was skeptical about the outcome of the dance, but the night turned out great. Everyone got along really well. The third annual Basketball Homecom- ing dance was after the MHS-LaPorte game on Jan. 27. The music was pro- vided by Dr. Walker. David Herbert, junior, mentioned, The dance was a good ending to a very suc- cessful Spirit Week. Jeanine Kierzkowski, sophomore, stat- ed, The music was great and I had a really good time. — Shawna Eberle 18 DANCES t like informal dances because more people can go without worrying about the expenses that a formal dance has.” Diane Ramuscak, Senior Traci Irwin and Ron Vanna, seniors, jam at a MHS informal dance. At the Halloween Dance, Danny Bellovary and Jim Marando, juniors, show what they ' d really like to be. 19 DANCES Fall, spring plays entertain the ‘curious’ and ‘sleepy’ The Thespian Society was busy putting on productions for the entertainment of MHS students. The Curious Savage was the Fall Play that was presented in Reinhart Audito- rium on November 17, 18 and 19. Unlike previous years, the cast consisted of sophomores and juniors only. Tim Runholt, senior, was the student director who made the play very successful. “The play was about a lady who was put in an insane asylum by her family, said Laurie Reinhart, senior, and I thought it was very good. Linda Roe, senior, said The publicity for this year ' s play was much better than last year, and we did have a larger audi- ence, but I think more students could have attended. After finishing the Fall Play, the Thespians went right to work on the senior production. George Washington Slept Here was presented on April 13 and 14 in Reinhart Auditorium. The cast consisted only of seniors. Drew Furuness, guidance counselor, stated, “I enjoyed the play very much. The seniors did a very good job. The play was directed by Bruce Woods, English teacher, with the assis- tance of Jessie King, senior. The play was about a man who bought a run down house because he thought George Washington slept there. Rich Robinson, senior, stated, There was a lot of time and effort put into the play, but it was well worth it. According to Dawn Spiroff, senior, George Washington Slept Here was very funny and well organized. — Susanna Eibel, Vicky Tsampis Kawlck Scott Otterbacher, Carol Gruber, Kenny Moore, and Sheryl Riddle, sophomores. In a serious performance from the fall play “The Curious Savage. Smiling their way Into everyone’s heart, Laurie Reinhart, Linda Roe, and Brian Tretter, seniors, perform for the entertainm ent of all MHS audiences. 20 PLAY PRODUCTIONS DJurlch Robert Winchester, Jessie King, and Linda Roe, seniors, dazzle the audience with their performance in “George Washington Slept Here.” Djurich i k eing in a play gives you the op- portunity to be someone else for a short time and have a lot of fun.” Jessie King, senior Kawick Scott Otterbacher and Sheryl Riddle, sophomores, plot a way to get rid of their mother by putting her in an insane asylum. 21 PLAY PRODUCTIONS 22 REAL MHS STUDENTS jkM ' X Real MHS students don ' t eat quiche. Or do they? NSiUjK In the past it was easy to be a real v W j MHS student. But not anymore. y Times have changed. Along with the changing times comes the changing ways ot students. l It takes a special type of student to be a real MHS student. Students can be divided into two simple groups: those who wear socks and those who don ' t. W. A real MHS student doesn ' t wear socks I )F with their boat shoes. | A real MHS student doesn ' t buy Shaun j) I Cassidy albums. J A real MHS student doesn ' t buy raffle V tickets from a Hobart High School stu- dent. F Fa A real MHS student never goes to the Y W drive-in alone, commented Troy Terry, senior. Real MHS students don ' t listen to eleva- tor music on Saturday night. A real MHS student never wears hiking boots with sweats. Real MHS students never shop at ga- rage sales for their prom shoes. All Merrillville students try to make the best of their weekends. A real MHS stu- dent can think of something fun to do to turn the boring weekend into a colorful one. A MHS student TP ' s at least two and a half houses per weekend. (Real MHS stu- dents usually get caught in the middle of the third.) Real MHS students visit the Southlake Mall for at least 10 of the 65 weekend hours. A real MHS student spends three halves of their weekly allowance on video games at Aladin ' s Castle. A real MHS student lives at night and sleeps during the day on weekends. A real MHS student knows which street is Broadway. A real MHS student goes half day. said Mandy Leposky, senior. A real MHS student has never heard of a book called Julius Caesar. A real MHS first hour conversation con- sists of the previous day ' s happenings on All My Children and General Hospital. Are you a real MHS student? — Tlffini Crownover Is this the real MHS female? Of course, It’s not. . MHS girls have lots more class and sophistication. The real MHS male doesn ' t wear floods and boat shoes. The guys at Merrillville have much more style and physique. 23 REAL MHS STUDENTS cM(HMeCOHUtUj, he pep session got very rowdy and eventful.” Baby Tom D’Ast v «4 Class float. The sen! entry. photos Kawicki MHS goes ‘wild and crazy’ Big Brother was watching MHS during the 1984 Basketball Homecoming. The festiviti-s began with a week of spirit with Hat Day, Clash Day, Button Day, Dress-Up Day and the ultimate Purple and White Day on Friday. To end the day ' s festivities a wild and crazy pep session took place in the gym. Irene Kourtesis, senior, stated, the pep session got very rowdy and eventful. One of the craziest students at the pep session was Tom D ' Asto, senior, who dressed up like a little baby to pull the winning Senior Float. Crazy John Malocha, senior, also played dress-up but in a pom pon uni- form. Malocha showed off the Pom Pon Float as well as showing all of MHS his sexy legs. Craig Parker, senior, stated that the pep session was by far the best one we have had in a long time. For the seniors, the major disappoint- ment was the Junior Class winning the Spirit Stick. The juniors miraculously won the 1984 Spirit Week competition. On a brighter note. Shari Moore, sen- ior, won the Miss Basketball award and Mike Meschede, senior, won the Mr. Basketball award. As for the night ' s festivities, the Pi- rates had a victory with a 46-42 win over the LaPorte Slicers. Victories at halftime included Soph- omore Prince Brad Curcio and his Prin- cess Michelle Sikula. Also, Junior Prince Jay Mack, and his Princess Karen Kirksey were chosen. The Queen and King of Basketball Homecoming were Dawn Halsted and Craig Kosac, seniors. After the game, many MHS students enjoyed the Homecoming Dance sponsored by the Creative Arts Club. — Vicky Tsampis Jett Kontor, senior, goes up for a shot as Dave Herbert, junior, looks on. The Pirates defeated LaPorte 46-42. 24 BASKETBALL HOMECOMING Senator Gary Hart and Walter Mondale, Democratic candidates for their party’s nomination, ran a close race during the ' 84 primaries. Both Hart and Mondale campaigned throughout Northwest Indiana. The third Democratic nominee in ’84 was Jessie Jackson. 26 NATIONAL NEWS Post Tribune photos MHS watches the people, events of 1983-84 Unique events made 1983-84 a unique year. Unforgettable and special people from Northwest Indiana made headlines as well as history. Michael Jackson, singer, along with his producer, Quincy Jones, made a number one hit album of the year, Thriller. Jackson broke the record of winning Grammies when his awards totalled eight. Jackson ' s fame helped him to be- come the star of Pepsi ' s series of New Generation commercials. In May, Jackson and President Reagan began a campaign to discourage drunk driving. Jackson was born in Gary, Indi- ana and began his musical career with the Jackson Five. The 1983 season of the Chicago White Sox was definitely a memorable one. Ron Kittle, a player from Gary, was named Rookie of the Year. Kittle batted home run after home run right over the walls of the park. The Sox played their way through the season win- ning the Western Division. The Sox learned to play UGLY. The Presidential primary race filled the country with excitement. Each month contained many campaigns, debates and primaries. Gary Hart, Jesse Jackson, and Walter Mondale were three of the Democratic nominees. All three visited Northwest Indiana. Hart won Indiana ' s Democratic primary vote. The controversial movie, The Day After aired in November. This made for television movie portrayed the effects of nuclear war on people. Many television talk shows followed the movie raising some important issues about nuclear arms. The Arms Freeze movement gained momentum in ' 84. The 1984 Winter Olympics were held in Serajevo, Yugoslavia. The United States had many talented athletes competing. Bill Johnson earned the U.S. its first downhill medal. Phil and Steve Mahre, the 26 year old twins from Yakima, Washington, par- ticipated in the skiing events. Scott Hamilton, a U.S. figure skater, won a gold medal. The Summer Olympics were held in Los Angeles, California. Diane Durham failed fo qualify for the gymnastics competition. Durham began her gymnastics career in Merrillville, Indi- ana and then moved to California. The Olympics were overshadowed by the Soviet boycott. Over 10 countries decided not to participate in the games. — Tiffini Crownover Post Tribune photo The Summer Olympics were held in Los Angeles in ’84. Northwest Indiana resident, Diane Durham, tailed to represent the U.S. as a member of the gymnastics team. American League’s “Rookie of the Year,” Ron Kittle, runs for the base as he hits another ball over the roof of Comiskey Park. 27 NATIONAL NEWS So, you ask . . . What is there to do in Merrillville Laura Hanas, junior, commented, There ' s plenty to do, you just have to open your eyes and look around.” There are many attractions, new and old, in Merrillville that lure MHS students into having a great time. Watch us! Some of the student attractions in- clude the Holiday Star Theatre on Route 30, and the Family Fun Arcade on 61st Avenue. The Holiday Star includes a pool- side dancing area and bands providing the music. Mike Meschede, senior, stated, After taking in a flick, I enjoy going dancing at the Holiday Star to practice the ' walk ' and just relax. One of the older attractions, but still just about everyone ' s favorite is the Y W Drive-in on Broadway. Tim Riese, sen- ior, commented, After working and playing sports, I use my spare time to go to the drive-in to just have a good time. However, many students think a good party is the ideal way to spend their weekend. Matt Wilk, junior, stated, A party is the best way to relax and have fun, plus you get to get a little bit crazy with your friends. If you ' re really stuck trying to find some- thing interesting and fun to do, here are some ideas to help. Southlake Mall is fun for shopping or just walking around, and you may be able to meet new people while you ' re there. Chris Weiser, junior, stated, I go to the mall to walk around and to meet girls. There are many parks in Merrillville that offer different activities. Deep River on Old Route 30 has beautiful hiking trails and a nature museum with historic infor- mation about Northwest Indiana. Last but not least, good old MHS is al- ways there for after school and weekend activities. There is just about something for everyone. Theresa Navarro, junior, summed it all up, Go out, find something to do, and watch us live it up! — Shawna Eberle Mizerak Many MHS students attend the concerts of famous entertainers at the Holiday Star Theatre instead of driving to Chicago. 28 WHAT IS THERE TO DO? Kawlcki I 1 here’s plenty to do. You just have to open your eyes and look around.” Laura Hanas, junior Kawicki Val Pappas, junior, shops for clothes at the Southlake Mall. Deep River Park is a popular place for MHS students, during the summer for picnics or the winter for fun. 29 WHAT IS THERE TO DO? fyosunal jbattc i MHS couples share moments together At MHS a date dance is a major event. With only four each year, MHS students really look forward to them. “Date dances are fun because of all the time spent planning for them , stated Gina Gornick, junior. Two weeks before a formal dance ev- eryone is wondering who is going with who. Did he ask her or did she ask him? And, “why didn ' t I ask her earlier? The first dance of the year was Home- coming. It was given by the Student Council and was called “And Now a W ord From Our Sponsors. K.C. Bell, senior, remarked, “I think Homecoming was the best dance next to Prom. Turnabout was next. It was called To- tal Eclipse of the Heart and was spon- sored by FEA. “Turnabout is great because it ' s your chance to ask out the guy you ' ve been wanting to go out with, commented Ju- lie Fratzke, junior. The next dance was called “Love Me Tender. It was sponsored by the Sun- shine Society and was the Valentine ' s Day Dance. Chris Massa, senior, said, “Even though there wasn ' t a big turnout at the Valen- tine ' s Day Dance, I still had a good time. The last date dance of the year is Prom, but before that is Morp. Morp is sponsored by the Student Council. Morp is Prom spelled backwards, and everything is the opposite of Prom. This year gym shoes had to be worn and no collars were allowed. “The Morp Dance is fun because you can get to know the guy you are going to the Prom with, Karen Kirksey, junior, remarked. — Sharin Pigott At the Morp dance, Dean Ott, senior, and his date show everyone how dancing is done. Lori Shinovich, sophomore, and Bill Oljace, senior, enjoy a dance at the Morp Dance. Morp is Prom spelled backwards. Jon Peters, junior, and his date enjoy a slow dance at the Turnabout Dance, Nov. 12. 30 FORMAL DANCES At the Valentine ' s Day Dance, on February 12, sweethearts enjoy a slowdance. At the “Love Me Tender” dance, Paul Flacable and Bill Paige, juniors, save each other a dance. 31 FORMAL DANCES Kawicki 1 1 he Morp dance is fun because you can get to know the guy you are going to Prom with.” Karen Kirksey, junior Merlin creates magical acts Merlin ' s Magic Moments was the theme of the Revue. Many different students with as many different talents participat- ed in the school ' s annual talent show. The show centered around King Ar- thur ' s court with twins Tim and Tom Run- holt playing the character Merlin. Having two identical Merlins definitely made the show unique. Phil Pardus, junior, commented, “I liked the theme, the character of Merlin really brought the show to life. The acts in the Revue varied from dance and comedy skits to instrumental and vocal solos. One cast member, Dave DeStefano, went from playing a classical piano piece to the rock band Pegasus. There were two performances of the Revue. On Feb. 24, and 25 at 8 p.m. The director was Bruce Woods, English teach- er, and Cheryl Hardt, senior, was the stu- dent director. Gregg Schuster, junior remarked, I thought the Revue was well put togeth- er. — Sharin Pigott Jessie King, senior, practices for her dance solo to the song “Maniac”. The band, Pegasus, with Ron Bianco, Don Bianco, Mark Williams, Dave DeStefano, senior, and Bill Daniel, sophomore, take a break trom a Revue practice. 32 REVUE photos Djurich DJurlch Shawn Wojtska, senior, and Jennifer Potter, junior, sing a duet written by Shawn. Having a royal discussion are queen, Linda Roe, and king, Brian Tretter. Between acts ot “Merlin’s Magic Moments”, medieval sets and dialogue were performed. photos Kawicki Merlin’s Magic Moments King Brian Tretter Queen Linda Roe Rolf Rob Winchester Merlin Tom Runholt and Tim Runholt Girl Kathy Schultz Boy Onofrio Olivadoti CAST Shawn Wojtyska, Jennifer Potter, Albert Kirk, LuAnne Thomas, JoAnn Krasich, Cheryl Hart, Jessie King, Angie Canchola, Laurie Reinhart, Colette Lindborg, Paul To- mak, Dave DeStefano, Cindy Collie, Phil La- bash, Ron Bianco, Don Bianco, Bill Daniels, Mark Williams, Chris Villaire, Jett Maloney, Beth Jaslak, Lynn Huddleston. The Revue crew relaxes after a hard dress rehearsal. Students worked for weeks preparing the sets and special effects for the talent show. 33 REVUE What to wear? Where to go? What to say? Movies, dances, the beach or a quiet evening at home together. What do all these things have in common? They are the favorite places to go for something everyone has experienced at one time or another, dating. Dating can be the most pleasurable experience or the most nervous, disaster- ous experience anyone can ever go through. From the boys point of view, getting the date is the hardest part. Dave Herbert, junior, stated, I get ner- vous about asking a girl out. If she says yes, I feel relaxed on the date because she must have liked something about me if she said yes.” Chris Cochran, sophomore, added, “I could like a girl for weeks before I get up the nerve to ask her out. From the girl ' s point of view, getting asked out is exciting, but the date itself is the date. The main problems seem to be what to wear, how to act and what to say. Laura Hanas, junior, commented, “I try on at least ten outfits before I decide what I ' m going to wear.” Gina Gornick, junior, said, The most horrible part of a date is the silence when you don ' t know what to say. You feel so stupid! Most MHS students feel that if you and your date can break the sound barrier. Barb Parks, sophomore, and Dave Weissert, senior, spend a quiet moment alone. If you can’t be together, the phone is the next best thing. Here Scott Zobei takes time out to talk to his girlfriend. i i ’ve been dating the same girl for a long time. I’ve enjoyed the experience.” the date will be a success. Branko Jocic, senior, stated, I enjoy going out with a girl that is easy to talk to. If she ' s a good conversationalist, I have a really good time. No matter how good or bad the even- ing goes, all people do agree that the evening ends in the best way possible: a sweet goodnight kiss. Gus Tasicas, junior 34 DATING A dance group, Kaleidescope, entertained the student body at MHS in February. Motorists in the Merrillville area had to make a detour when they came to the road construction on Broadway. The construction was started in September 1983. Terry Steve Lockhart, senior, gets a shock when the nurse takes his blood tor the annual American Red Cross Blood Drive. i l ny move is hard to make, but I can leave know- ing that I contri- buted to the young men of this community.’ Ken Haupt, football coach 36 NEWSMAKERS Watch us reach exciting new goals in 1984 It ' s been a busy year at MHS. Everyone ' s been watching us learn, play, participate and win. Two outstanding athletes brought home state champ titles to MHS. Karen Dudak, sophomore, placed first at the state gymnastics meet in all-around inter- mediate competition. “This year our team worked together and encouraged each individual as they competed. This team unity and support helped me greatly to win state, stated Dudak. Scott Mundell, senior, also won the state title in the 115 pound weight class in wrestling. Mundell stated, “I felt more re- laxed this year. I learned from last year not to worry about other things going on around me, but just concentrate on my wrestling. Clubs were also busy in ' 84. OEA proved to be a successful new club when Patty Freeman, senior, placed first in the Typing and Related III contest at state competition, and she went on to the na- tional competitions, placing ninth. “The MHS chapter of OEA is so new, and there was really tough competition at state. I was really shocked when I heard them say I had won first place! exclaimed Freeman. SADD is another new club introduced to MHS. The club ' s purpose is to persuade teenagers not to drive if they have been drinking. Sponsor for the club, Jerry Ka- sarda, commented, “I don ' t like to see teenagers drive under the influence — it ' s a very personal problem because it just may be me out there that gets hit by an ongoing car and drunk driver. We ' re not only helping others, but we are also helping ourselves. Individual efforts were also recognized. MHS had six outstanding students to be proud of. Lenny Pysh, Angie Cristo and Bob Stephan, seniors, and Scott Terek, Denise Bezick and Al Wirtes, juniors, re- presented MHS at the U.S. Ac ademic De- cathalon in Los Angeles. Pysh commented, Representing the state of Indiana in the Academic De- cathalon is a great opportunity not only for those involved but also for MHS. The invitation to participate shows that MHS ' s academic programs are just as strong as their athletic programs. Stephan, Cindy Lamfalusi, and Pysh, seniors, have also been named the three Merit Scholars at MHS for 1984. “It ' s a great honor to be part of the Merit Scholars, and it will really help in paying for college, stated Stephan. The ' 84 school year was the last year for two MHS administrators. Ted Klooster, former assistant superin- tendent, was forced to resign because of a misunderstanding involving the or- dering of over $30,000 worth of pens. Klooster commented, “I regret my bad judgment in even speaking to the com- pany. John Stone, assistant principal, also an- Kawicki nounced his decision to retire from MHS after this year. “I guess I ' m just tired of it. I ' ve had 31 years of education and I feel it ' s time to relax, explained Stone. He also added, “I ' ll miss certain things and people, but dealing with discipline is so trying. Ken Haupt, football coach, also an- nounced his decision to leave the Merrill- ville School system. He plans to make a move to Indianapolis to coach and to take on an administrative position at Southport High School. Haupt explained, “Any move is hard to make, but I can leave knowing that I contributed to the young men of this community. MHS teachers were also in the news. The teachers worked almost the whole year before ratifying a new contract. To- ward the end of the year, a few teachers got restless and started to pickett, and there were rumors of a possible strike. But on April 13, teachers voted for a 3 year contract raising the starting salary to $15,000 for a new teacher in January of 1985. Chris Pavel, English teacher, stated, “We started to get a bit disgruntled. The contract is somewhat deceptive be- cause a new teacher coming into this school will not make $15,000 because that pay doesn ' t become effective until January of ' 85. Watch US! — Laurell Evans Students at Pierce Junior High School demonstrate techniques they could use in case of an emergency during the Disaster Drill. 37 NEWSMAKERS ‘Only You’ activities continue into morning hours, next day Only You was the theme for Prom 1984, which was April 28 at the Greek Hall. Spasoff Studios took pictures and L 8c L Sound System provided the music for the Prom. The music was really fun to dance to, said Jeff Kontor, senior. Unlike previous years, there was no Post-Prom, so couples had to find restau- rants that were open past midnight to accommodate them. Popular spots were Harold ' s Club and Jeno ' s Steakhouse. K.C. Bell, senior, said, I liked finding our place to eat instead of going to Post- Prom. Prom favors were glass mugs and snifters. Because of the SADD club ' s re- cent effort to prevent drunk driving, ad- ministrations thought it was appropriate for the favors not to be distributed on Prom night. The glasses were passed out at school the week after the Prom. After a night of dancing and eating, everyone went home to sleep for an hour or so before getting up for the day after Prom activities. Many people went to Turkey Run or the White Sox game. I had a great time at the Prom, said Lisa Gatlin, sophomore, I thought ever- ything was really nice. — Susanna Eibel i i he music was really fun to dance to.” Jeff Kontor, senior The annual Prom ritual of taking off their date ' s garter Is carried out here by the guys. 38 PROM Ptotn Neil Eubank and Karen Kirksey, juniors, smile proudly after being crowned King and Queen. George Marks, Cindy Owen, Darryl Bennett, and Teresa Berger, seniors, step out of their limosine in style on Prom night. 39 PROM Students receive recognition, scholarships at MHS On Tuesday, May 22, the faculty and various generous organizations recog- nized students of high academic achievement and excellence. Valedictorian and Salutatorian: Len Pysh, Mark Dimitri. Academic Decathlon: Angela Christo, Robert Stephan, Len Pysh, Denise Bezick, Scott Terek, Al Wirtes. Academic Quiz Bowl: Mark Dimitri, Carl Tully, Scott Terek. Aid Association for Lutherans Award: Len Pysh. American Legion “Outstanding Sen- ior Boy and Girl” Award: Joe Pienta, Cindy Lamfalusi. Art Awards: Becky Drakis, Vicki Jewell, Carl Tully. Industrial Arts Awards: Kim Greene, Tim Higgins, Tim Ochoa, Tom Mihal, Rich Niles, Ed Yonker. JETS Team: Tom D ' Asto, Mark Dimitri, Warren Eckels, Karen Ector, Cheryl Fos- sey, Cindy Lamfalusi, Len Pysh, James Ru- bush, Scott Terek. Jim Jaskolka Memorial Scholarship: Lisa Wilkison. Journalism Awards: Denise Bezick, Laurell Evans, Shari Moore. Math Awards: Mark Dimitri, Scott Terek. Merri-Glen Kiwanis Career Camp: Chris Cochran, John Garcia, Carri Broda. Merrillville Kiwanis Police Camp: Jim Krausnick, Angela Lopez, Savo Micic, Scott Ricardi. Merrillville Sports Association Award: Brian Curcio, Jennifer Thompson. Music Award: Jessie King. National Council ot Teachers of Eng- lish: Warren Eckels. National Merit Scholarship: Cindy Lamfalusi, Len Pysh, Robert Stephan. Physical Education Awards: Karen Dudak, Brad Curcio. Purdue University Certificates of Rec- ognition: Angela Christo, Tom D ' Asto, Mark Dimitri, Patty Fargo, Cheryl Hardt, Michelle Knopf, Kathy Krol, Phil Labash, Paul Loznoski, Diane Niksch, Shari Patter- son, Jeff Petroff, Joe Pienta, Joan Puntillo, Richard Robinson, Jennifer Thompson, Bri- an Tretter, Valerie Vessely, Joe Zajak, Robert Zolcak. Bank of Indiana Award: Linda Roe. Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship: Janice Lil- ly, Vicki Jewell. Business Awards: Becky Christoff, Danette Kerns, Lisa Surowiec. Calumet College Alumni Book Award: Christine Daniel. Daughters of the American Revolu- tion “Good Citizenship Award”: Shari Moore. English Award: Warren Eckels, Len Pysh. Foreign Language Awards: Mark Ba- lazs, Warren Eckels, Irene Kourtesis, Rich- ard Robinson. Greek American Brotherhood Award: Kandy Papageorge. Home Economics Award: Debbie Barnes, Melissa Henrichs, Barb Huddleston, Janet Jasin. Hoosier Scholars Indiana Scholarship Commission: Shari Moore, Joe Pienta, Richard Robinson. Hugh O’Brien Outstanding Sopho- more: Linda L. Walsh. Indiana Society of Professional Engi- neers: Brian Tretter. 40 AWARDS NIGHT Purdue University Calumet Talent Awards: Jerald Bandy, Warren Eckels, Denise Emery, Kathy Krol, Shari Moore, Kandy Papageorge, Shari Patterson. Rotary Scholarship: Cheryl Hardt. Science Awards: Brian Curcio, Mark Di- mitri, Joe Pienta, Len Pysh, Eric Schrenker. Secondary School Principals “Cen- tury III Leaders. Cindy Lamfalusi. Skinner Scholarships: Toby Darkins, Mark Dimitri, Cindy Lamfalusi, Donna McBrayer, Len Pysh, Steve Wilczynski, Lisa Wilkison. Social Studies Awards: Irene Halkias, Len Pysh, Robert Stephan, Vicky Tsampis. Boys and Girls State: Scott Terek, Greg Schuster, Carrie Czarnecki, Colette Lindberg, Julie Zale. Suburban Federated Woman’s Club: Barb Huddleston. Kirk Vikroy Memorial Scholarship: Laurell Evans, Jennifer Thompson. United States Army Reserve National Athletic Scholar: Brian Curcio, Shari Moore. United States Military Academies: West Point — Eric Schrenker, Brian Tret- ter. Air Force Academy — Kevin Bell, Jim Rubush. United States Presidential Scholars Program: Cindy Lamfalusi. United States ROTC Scholarship: Toby Darkins. United States Senate Youth Program: Len Pysh. “M” Awards: Mark Dimitri, Kathy Krol, Cindy Lamfalusi, Shari Patterson, Joe Pienta, Len Pysh, Christine Daniel, Karen Ector, Cheryl Fossey, Larry Kacmar, Co- lette Lindborg, Catherine Malocha, Melin- da McCarty, Michael Mesarch, Kimberly Pachapa, Sharin Pigott, Scott Terek, Daniel Wikse, John Allen, George Ange- lov, Leanne Bell, Geoffrey Chidsey, Lynn Drennan, Karen Kasprzak, Stacy Lawence, Michael Lisch, Darleen Maryoo- vich, Jeffrey Pastor, Christine Psaros, Can- dace Rathjen, James Rey, Sheri Sohacki, Lisa Tidwell, Brian Tomb, Linda Walsh, Sheila Yonker, Donna Zaikos. Perfect Attendance: Four Years — Re- becca Adams, Mark Batman, Angela Christo, Mark Dimitri, Eduardo Lopez, Chris Miller, Diane Vermillion, Robin Wade, Lisa Wilkison. — Vicky Tsampis Sherman Lewis, guidance director, addresses the audience as Bob Stephan, Lynny Pysh and Cindy Lamfalusi, seniors, proudly receive their awards. Kevin C. Beil, senior, looks on as he is commended for his high achievements at MHS which earned him an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Jim Rubush, senior, was also appointed. I l t was an honor to receive so many awards.” Cindy Lamfalusi, Senior 41 AWARDS NIGHT At Commencement practice the Senior Class receives last minute Instructions. John Krausnick, Scott Semper, Jett Oglego and Craig Parker, seniors, concentrate on getting their food at the Senior Breakfast. After Commencement practice, seniors show how glad they are that they ' ve made Photos Kawicki 42 SENIOR WEEK r Breakfast, wills, practice . . . then the final ride ' round MHS Janice Lilly, senior friends for the last time at MHS, re- marked Shari Moore, senior. Then the seniors headed out to their cars for their traditional parade around the school. Some students decorated their cars, but mostly they just got crazy! I was up until 1 a.m. blowing up bal- loons for my car, said Susanna Eibel, sen- ior. — Sharon Pigoft At the Senior Breakfast, Paul Simonovski, senior, anxiously buys a Senior Mag. Bob Fox and Chris Modglin, seniors, look on as Jean Webb, treasurer, signs them out. After 12 long years it was finally here, the week seniors had been waiting for. I ' m glad to finally be graduating from MHS, commented Rich Robinson, senior. Senior Week started with the Senior Dance on Tuesday, May 29. Although the turnout wasn ' t as big as expected, those who went had a fantastic time. Kathy Foreman, senior, remarked, There weren ' t many people at the dance, but I really enjoyed myself. The nexf morning, May 30, was the an- nual Senior Breakfast. MHS seniors en- joyed reading the Senior Mag and social- izing with their friends. It ' s always fun to read the senior wills and see who left who what, comment- ed Janice Lilly, senior, as she was reading the Senior Mag. Jeanne Dudak, senior, said she enjoyed getting together with her friends at the Senior Breakfast. Then, all the seniors went to the gym for Commencement practice. They spent this time going over the ceremo- nies. Commencement practice was bor- ing, but it was nice to spend time with my i i t’s fun to read the senior wills and see who left who what.” Photos Kawicki 43 SENIOR WEEK After receiving her diploma and rose, Melissa Henrichs, senior, proudly walks back to her seat among her fellow classmates. 1984 valedictorian Lenny Pysh addresses the class with the traditional valedictorian speech. 44 GRADUATION i L hrough all our years of school, we have always looked forward to that day when it would be all over.” Mark Dimitri, senior MHS graduates share final moments together Good times. Best friends. Crazy memories. These were just some of the things the graduating class of 1984 reminisced about at graduation time. To some, graduating symbolizes an end to some of the best times of their lives. Nancy Gress, senior, commented, “I have so many good memories. Even though I couldn ' t wait for this moment, I hate to go. To others, it represents a new begin- ning, the first day of the rest of their lives. Kathi Pederson, senior, stated, I ' ve loved high school, but I think I ' m ready to go on to bigger and better things. Commencement exercises were on Thursday, May 31 in Engelhart gym. Lenny Pysh, valedictorian and Mark Dimitri, salu- tatorian, gave speeches. Mark Dimitri, senior, stated Through all our years of school, we have always looked forward to that day when it would be all over. Now that this time has arrived, you can see that high school wasn ' t really that bad. Commencement exercises ended with the traditional turning of the tassels and the bouncing of beach balls. — Shawna Eberle The graduating seniors proceed into the gym to start commencement. Denise Emery, senior, flashes a proud smile at Mr. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, while receiving her diploma on May 31. 45 GRADUATION Watch us learn at 4 wmm 4 Watch us learn. Students are offered a wide variety of courses at MHS. College-prep and ad- vanced placement courses are offered to those planning to further their education. There are also courses offered for vocational training such as Building Trades and business courses. Many students felt the importance to include computer courses in their schedules. Bob Winches- ter senior, stated, Be- cause of advancing technology, computers are going to be very im- portant in the future.” Though most students enroll in Basic I and II, MHS also offers Cobalt, Fortran and Pascal computer lan- guages. The math department offered the math clinic again this year. A SAT Workshop was also of- fered for students plan- ning on taking the SAT tests. Many college repre- sentatives visited MHS throughout the fall and winter months to help stu- dents plan for their future school education. Patti McNally, senior, stated, College repre- sentatives really help when it comes time to decide what college to attend. Watch us learn! Concentrating on a difficult test is Jay Mack, junior. Child development class teaches studen ts how to care for children. Kathy Oliver, senior, helps a little girl put her hat on. Ray Hamilton, German teacher, greets parents at the Parent- teacher Conferences. Learning how to use the printing press is just one of the things Rich Taber, senior, has learned in the Graphic Arts class. 47 ACADEMICS � photos Kawick Mizerak Taking notes helps Kim Boatner, junior, to increase her speed and accuracy in shorthand. Margaret Stallings, home economics teacher, supervises a Halloween party in the child development class. 48 BUSINESS. HOME ECONOMICS The future can be pretty scarey for graduates, but the home economics and business departments are MEETING DEMANDS Future occupations demand more and more every year. To meet those de- mands, MHS students took business and home economic courses offered in the curriculum. Computer programming was one of the more popular choices. Pete Andreis, junior, suggested, Tak- ing these classes in high school will give me a basis on which to expand my knowledge of computers and program- ming for my future studies in college. Robbie Bothwell, business teacher, ad- ded, It ' s good to be well educated in several different areas because eventu- ally those skills will be put to use. “It’s good to be well educated in several different areas because eventually those skills will be put to use.” Male or female, everyone needs to know how to sew on a button, or prepare a meal. Gourmet foods and clothing helped the future homemakers to be a little more prepared. Tomi Dudak, junior, said Home ec courses helped me to discover some of the hidden problems and responsibilities some people take for granted. Donna Vasquez, junior, commented, I majored in home ec so I could be more sure of myself and make sure I do the best that I ' m capable of doing when I enter the world out on my own. — Mary Croarkin Waters Mizerak To help a student type faster, Joann Castlen, business teacher, gives many tips. Many students will advance to using word processors. Adding some finishing touches, Carol VonBehren, home economics teacher, demonstrates the skill of cake decorating to her students. Cake decorating is ottered as a two hour block every year. 49 HOME ECONOMICS, BUSINESS Certain English courses are required at MHS. However, some electives are equally important, especially the classes that help students by IMPROVING ABILITY Developmental Reading is a nine-week course. Its purpose is to increase reading, studying and comprehension. Although there is a classroom teacher, what makes this class unique is that it is mainly instructed by a series of 30 minute video tapes. The video tapes teach hand motion “Many students apply the methods and skills they learn in class to other places where they read. techniques to increase the students abili- ty to read. The class also offers timed writing sessions and short reading com- prehension tests. Being taught by a T.V. makes this class different as compared to all my oth- ers. commented Jay Mack, junior. This is the first television-taught class to exist at MHS, and it seems to be very successful. Developmental Reading has helped me to read faster as well as understand what I read, explained Carey Johnson, senior. This program, which has been in exis- tence at MHS for five years, helps stu- dents in other classes as well. Developmental Reading techniques have helped me in my U.S. History class to read and understand more. stated Lisa Bowling, junior. Barbara Koby. English teacher for the class said, Many students apply the methods and skills they learn in class to other places where they read. — Sharin Pigott Last minute studying keeps Jesse Guardiola, junior, entranced in his English book. Photos Kawicki Linda Fry, English teacher, reads over an English Literature assignment in class. 50 ENGLISH Relaxing in the library, Deno Yiankes, senior, finds the time to study for his term paper for Advanced Composition. Steve Grantham, senior, discovers developing film is a time consuming process. Steve is a photographer on the newspaper staff. Terry Teaching her Intermediate Composition class, Barbara Koby, English teacher, trys to explain a five paragraph composition. ENGLISH ' V Knowing a foreign language has many benefits. It is an English language ENRICHMENT MHS offers three foreign languages. These include German, Spanish and French. All three languages are offered up to four years. Each of these courses teach the students vocabulary, speak- ing and listening skills in their respective languages. Mary Jeffries, Spanish teacher, said In order to communicate well orally or in writing, you simply need to know the me- chanics of the language. Knowing a sec- ond language enriches knowledge in our own language. Each course also teaches the students about history and the different cultures of the respective languages. The teachers accomplish this in a variety of ways. In German I and II the students learn the vocabulary and grammar of the lan- guage. In German III and IV the students work on improving their reading, writing and speaking skills by performing skits. The students write their own skits and vid- eo tape them. Ken Haupt, senior, said that the skits made learning the lan- guage easier because of the actual con- “Knowing a second language enriches knowledge in our own language” versation taking place during the video. With today ' s competition for jobs, a second language is a big plus. A foreign language could also give the student a head start in college. By testing out of their respective language, the student can earn college credit. Rich Robinson, senior, added, Hopeful- ly after taking four years of German, it will help me in future endeavors. — Janice Lilly Terry Finishing the work with the headsets, Cheryl Fossey, junior, gets ready to take them ott. 52 Kawlcki FOREIGN LANGUAGE Donna Zaikos, sophomore, receives help from Sean Dwyer, Spanish teacher. Mr. Dwyer was a replacement for Mary Ann Bertram, Spanish teacher, while she was on leave. In foreign language, the headsets are used for the development of listening and speaking skills. Tom Wiles, senior, does his assignment by using the headsets. While instructing her class, Irene Spiro, French teacher, stops to answer a question. Bonnie Sanders, Spanish teacher, gives a vocabulary quiz to her class. Waters Mlzerak 53 FOREIGN LANGUAGE Kawicki — During technical drawing, John Schreiber, junior, measures his blueprint precisely. While in metal shop, Bob Fox, senior, learns the sate way to grinding metal. Mihal Mizerak Waters To prepare for the weekend, Scott Jenks, senior, begins by shop vaccuming his car in auto mechanic class. While sanding his billard rack in wood shop, Chris Miller, senior, checks to see how smooth it is. 54 VOCATIONAL TRAINING Mihal The industrial arts classes and the Gary Career Center give MHS students the opportunity for LEARNING A SKILL The Gary Career Center provides many opportunities for the students in the area schools. A student spends three hours at tech and the remaining three at their home high school. The career center is designed to pro- vide education and training for juniors and seniors with determination and po- tential. Credits are earned at tech and are counted toward the student ' s gradu- ation. Abo ut 50 MHS students are enrolled at the Gary Career Center each semester. MHS provides the transportation to and “Going to tech will give me the experience I’ll need for the future.” from the career center. The Gary Career Center keeps and maintains a record of past tech students and trys to find jobs to match the stu- dents ' skills. Courses are in building construction and maintenance, business, communica- tions, health and personal services, me- chanics, metal working and technology. Although a great part of fhe school is made up of boys, girls do a good job filling up fhe personal services classes. I ' m training to become a cosmotolo- gist at the tech. After I ' m done. I ' ll be eligible to apply for a license, comment- ed Linda Hajvert, junior. Only those students who can be ex- pected to profit through their specified course are select ed for enrollment. Rob Rassbach, junior stated Going to tech will give me the experience I ' ll need for the future. — Titfini Crownover Kawickl 55 VOCATIONAL TRAINING The clinic was set up for certain math students who need EXTRA ASSISTANCE For many MHS students the math clinic is providing extra assistance in algebra and geometry. Any student who is having trouble in understanding these courses is encour- aged to attend the math clinic. Tom Feeney, math teacher, runs the clinic on Monday and Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m. Approximately 15 to 30 students at- tend each session of the clinic. Around exam time the number increases to 45 students. Mr. Feeney stated, “I feel there is a need to have the clinic for those students who need extra help other than class “The grades in the math courses have gone up since the program has started.” time. The idea of the math clinic came from the administration ' s Central Office. The program was started to help a large per- centage of students who were having difficulty. Tom Flerbert, assistant principal, said, We are very pleased with the way the program is run and with the dedication of the students. Fie also added, The grades in the math courses have gone up since the program has started. Russ Ippolito, sophomore, said, Mr. Feeney explains it with examples that you can really understand. Diane Ramuscak, senior, stated, By attending the math clinic, I ' ve received extra help that has resulted in a higher grade and a better understanding of the subject. — Angie Traficante During geometry class, Tom Feeney explains an error to battled students. ■ £ Y n 56 MATH. COMPUTER Water During computer programming, Chuck Mahaftey, senior, listens intensely to Tom Peller, computer teacher. While typing in a program, Clift Fackler, computer teacher, explains an error to Lisa Wescott and Dan Proctor, juniors. Kawicki Waters Kawicki Getting valuable teaching experience, Laura Sauerman, student teacher, gives her assistance s he math curriculum. Keeping her eyes on the copy, Esther Raehl, senior, types diligently in her word processing class. 57 MATH. COMPUTER The guidance department helps students with colleges and careers. They guide students into making A MAJOR DECISION Former MHS graduates who are cur- rently enrolled as freshmen in college re- turned to speak to those students inter- ested in attending college. This was the first time the program was put into use. Shirley Matysiak, guidance counselor, organized this program to show students the difference between the life at MHS and the college life. Joe Michael, a freshman at Purdue Uni- versity, stressed the importance of learn- ing to set a value system. He stated. You can ' t make it through college and pass without learning to study and take school seriously. “You can’t make it through college and pass without learning to study and take school seriously’’ Laura Vrtikapa, junior, remarked, They helped by answering questions about the social life at college. She also added, They tried to get the point across that college isn ' t as hard, academically, as people say. Laura Hanas, junior, said, They helped show the classes offered at MHS that pro- vide a good base for college courses. Guidance also assists students in choosing their curriculum for the next school year. Becky Kachur, junior, stated, In guidance they help you decide the classes which are most beneficial for col- lege. Many MHS students turn to guidance seeking aid in scholarship funds. Susanna Eibel, senior, said, Mr. Furuness was very helpful throughout my three years at MHS, especially my senior year.” — Angie Traficante Donna Dogan, junior, focuses the video camera in preparation for the day’s use. Kelly Ellch, junior, plans her schedule with Linda Davis, junior counselor. 59 GUIDANCE AUDIO VISUAL Photos Waters Kawickl While studying chemistry, Bill Gornik and Brian Shimley, juniors, share a book. Working hard on his assignment, Bill Parsons, sophomore, rushes to finish before the bell. Carefully weighing the substances, Yvette Savich, junior, accurately dials the balance to obtain her data. SCIENCE In many of the science classes, the curriculum includes important EDUCATIONAL MHS lab sciences are instrumental in the preparation for college lab science courses. These courses not only allowed the stu- dent to get out of the dull, everyday classroom atmosphere and into a more relaxed sociable atmosphere, but these labs also prepared the science student for the long hours they will spend in lab in the years to come. Also, labs helped the student gain valu- able information about the world and uni- verse around them. In chemistry the stu- dents were taught about the properties of matter and how matter reacts to form new matter. Lou Batides, junior, said, Chemistry is a good education process because it teaches the student how certain chemi- cals react to give products. It is the stu- dents job to analyze this process. Earth Sciences allowed the students to learn about the earth. Physics prepared students by teaching them about the composition and interactions of sub- stances and energy. Biology lab helped students to understand the genetic char- acteristics of living things. Melisa Henrichs, senior, said, It ' s very educational in the fact that we are learn- LABS “Labs helped the students gain valuable infomation about the world and uni- verse around them” ing about the different genetic charac- teristics, and it helps us to experiment and learn for ourselves about the differ- ent fields in biology. — Janice Lilly Waters Kawicki Kelly Travis and Karen Wilson, sophomores, examine their scale for the precise results. During chemistry class, teacher Don Slys works an example problem on the board. Studying quietly, Deanna Riese, junior, reads over a chapter. 61 SCIENCE AP U.S. History courses were offered at MHS for juniors who wanted to put forth the EXTRA EFFORT Those students who wanted a more challenging course had the opportunity to get into an AP History class. It was not that difficult to get into as long as the student was in the top 25 percent of the class and went through the set requirements. The student started with a meeting in the spring at which time they were informed about the advanced program. The interested student must then apply for the course. The application consists of grades, interests, and a paragraph writ- ten by the student. This class may not be for everyone be- cause of the extra work involved. Scott Terek, junior, said, The work is more difficult and there is more of it. This course is not for anyone who does not want extra work. The extra work includes outside read- ing, interpretations, discussions, and extra writing assignments not found in ordinary classes. After completion of the class, the stu- dents have the option of taking a test given by the Educational Testing Service, E.T.S. Although this test requires a fee, a high score will earn college credit at some universities. Debbie Mihok, senior, who took the class last year, commented, Although “The work is more difficult and there is more of it. This course is not for anyone who does not want to work.” there was a lot of hard work in the class, I found it very helpful. Andrea Kawicki. junior, said, I like it because it was a big challenge and Mr. Edgcomb made it exciting. The class was worth it. — Janice Lilly Waters Before starting his lecture, James Edgcomb, AP History teacher makes attendance for his first hour class. During Mike Regan’s last hour history class, Tammy Modrak, junior, quietly studies for tomor- row’s test. 62 SOCIAL STUDIES Kawicki Answering a question. Gene Talmadge explains chapter 23 to one ot his Economic Theory classes. Studying hard, Mark Lieber, junior, tries to finish his AP History assignment. Deeply concentrating, Lisa Bowling, junior, works on her history handouts. Kawicki Waters SOCIAL STUDIES School Board members include George Putz, L.J. Christ, Michele Halsted, Arthur Collins and Eugene Carrabine. In charge of the Merrillville School Corporation are Dr. Tim Hyland, assistant superintendent, Dr. Robert Schrenker, superintendent, and Ted Kiooster, assistant superintendent. McKinney photosyKawIcki Concentrating on her paper work, Janice Qualizza, athletic director, works out a schedule of games for basketball. Discussing a piece of mail, Dorothy Goetze, secretary, points out important dates to Paul Schuyler, principal. 64 ADMINISTRATION n assistant principal retires after 14 years. Students vill miss his compassion ANDUNDERSTANDING Things will not be quite the same. John tone, assistant principal, will no longer e at MHS. I guess I ' m just tired of it. I ' ve had 31 ears in education, and I feel it ' s time to 9lax, said Mr. Stone. Mr. Stone, who had been assistant prin- ipal at MHS for 14 years said he will cer- ainly miss the daily excitement of MHS fe, but he won ' t miss the disciplinary roblems. ' Til miss certain things and people, but iealing with discipline is so trying, he ex- lained. However, Mr. Stone will not be the only ne doing the missing . Marlene Harmon, Mr. Stone ' s personal ecretary for the past 10 years, com- nented, “There ' s really nobody like him. Richard Ebler, English teacher, stated, will miss working with him. He has done i great job. I hope he will enjoy his well- larned retirement. Most students agreed that he shouldn ' t iave retired because of his knowledge of eenagers. Peggy Lach, junior, commented, He inderstands the ways of teenagers. Willie Cruz, senior, agreed, “He is a good principal. He gives you the benefit of the doubt. From having experience with Mr. Stone, I don ' t think he should retire be- cause he knows the students and how they think better than anyone, com- mented Tony Haines, senior. According to Mrs. Harmon, “It is appar- ent most students think highly of Mr. Stone. They appreciate how he helps them even though he might have come down hard on them, she added. Mr. Stone was also happy with the stu- dents when they finally made it through graduation. Commencement is always a highlight, but it ' s sad to see the people you ' ve known for years to leave, he explained. In addition Paul Schuyler, principal, ad- ded, “I understand his reasons for retiring but I will miss working with him. Most students did agree that they would miss the compassion and under- standing he exhibited daily. Lisa Regeski, junior, stated, I don ' t want him to retire. He ' s pretty cool. He understands the way you are. He doesn ' t yell at you and is always joking around He’s pretty cool. He understands the way you are. He doesn’t yell at you and is always joking around with you.” with you. Illustrating the compassion he exhibited toward the students, Mrs. Harmon re- called a situation with a girl who had ex- treme family problems. We had a policy here at one time where a student could not miss more than five days in a row. A student want- ed to take an extended vacation with her parents because of family problems. Mr. Stone let her go and as a result, the family was brought back together, remi- nisced Mrs. Harmon. After retiring, Mr. Stone said his plans were nothing specific but lots of golf with my wife, and maybe we ' ll travel to Florida. — Lynn Huddleston At the “Back to School Boogie” dance, John Stone, assistant principal, and his wite, Ruth, take a break to watch the students dance. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, and Pete Santellk, custodian, work hard on fixing the lockers. During the year, Mr. Herbert officiates college football games. This year he was chosen to be a back field Judge at the 1984 Rose Bowl game. 65 ADMINISTRATION Taking tests is an everyday event in high school; students learn to HANDLE PRESSURE Sweaty palms. Cracking knuckles. You ' re trying to remember . . . everyth- ing. It was time for the dreaded SATs. The Scholastic Aptitude Tests are de- signed to measure the verbal and math- ematical abilities of each college bound student who takes the test. About two weeks before the test is to be given, one can notice the tension of the students just by walking down the halls. Students tend to become moody and irritable. Those were sure signs that it was time for the SATs. Rose Vraniskoski, senior commented, All I can say about the SAT is that it made my brain hurt. The American College Test is another type of college bound test. Colleges sometimes require this test instead of the SAT. I thought the ACT was somewhat more difficult than the SAT, but I had to take it because it is required by the col- lege that I want to go to, stated Chris Franz, senior. The Achievement Test is sometimes re- quired by colleges for placement rea- sons. There are 14 different tests in var- ious subjects such as English composition, English literature, languages, science, math and social studies. The cost for these tests range up to $17.50. Workshops for the SATs were held prior to the tests. They began on March 13 and ended on May 3. The cost for the work shop was $20. I think the pre-SAT workshops helped me out a great deal because the teach- ers explained to us the type of problems that were going to be on the test, men- tioned Lou Batides, junior. Students began to prepare for the 1984-85 school year in February. The counselors were available to answer any questions students may have concerning scheduling Linda Davis, guidance counselor, com- mented, I usually recommend to the stu- dents who are interested in going to col- lege to take four years in English, and a minimum of 18 credits in social studies, math, foreign language and science. Sherman Lewis, guidance director, said, I would say that about half of the graduating classes at Merrillville end up attending college. Visiting colleges this year was a popu- lar weekend pastime. There were many reasons for the college visits such as see- ing athletic events, seeing friends, going to parties, and the most likely reason . . . checking out the college itself. A good time to visit colleges is during the school day. You get to see what col- lege life is all about and to see if college is for you ... or not, one student com- mented. A large variety of pamphlets, books, audio-visual aids were available to the students throughout the year. The Col- “ All I can say about the SAT is that it made my brain hurt.” lege Handbook, The Index of Majors, and the Comparative Guide to American Colleges are only a few books that stu- dents have available. The math clinic was another way stu- dents could take advantage of the benefit of getting good grades. The clinic was held on Mondays from 3:30 to 6 and on Wedn esdays from 4 to 6 in Room 120. Tom Feeney, math teacher, comment- Tom Feeney, math teacher, shows Donna Lewandowskl, Junior, how to work out a geometry problem at the math clinic. ed, The math clinic is made available to the students who would like a chance to improve their grade. A new addition of classes to MHS was the Informal Geometry and the Introduc- tory Algebra class. These classes are of- fered to students who are interested in a non-tech oriented career. Dr. Timothy Hyland, assistant superin- tendent, commented, I have received assurance from Purdue, Indiana Universi- ty, Indiana State University and Ball State University that two semesters of Introduc- tory Algebra will be considered equiv- alent to one semester of college prep algebra. These schools, excluding I.U., will accept Informal Geometry as a college prep math course in all non-math sci- ence, technical related fields. I.U. ' s deci- sion is pending examination of a course description. Merrillville ' s college prep program has, according to many students, satisfied the requirements asked for by the college that they wish to attend. MHS has helped me a lot with ar- rangements for college. The counselors told me exactly which classes to take, commented Linda Kruppa, senior. — Tiffin! Crownover, Lourell Evans Wlrfes 67 SAT FEATURE Waters MHS offers many courses for the student who enjoys BEING CREATIVE Looking at and taking clear, concise pictures is great especially when familiar faces are in them. To help make that possible, the art de- partment created a new course. To in- terested students, a one semester pho- tography class has been added to the curriculum. Doug Waters, senior, participated in the class to learn the basics of film de- velopment and the art of photography. The class and the program has been trying to add the needed facilities. Having your own camera and acces- sories helps, and the homework is some- thing you want to do, stressed Chris Fry, ‘‘Rewards were given for outstanding projects” senior. Janet Anderson, photography teach- er, explained, The students learned about the equipment and their uses. They also learned how to develop black and white film along with the composition of the pictures. In January, the photography class participated in an art photography contest. Besides receiving grades, re- wards were also given for outstanding projects made by the students. The students also did the projects for their own rewards and self-im- provement, added Mrs. Anderson. — Mary Croarkln 68 FINE ARTS The determined band awaits to play in order to add a boost of confidence before a home football game. Velveteens exercise their voices by going up and down the scale during class. Kawicki 69 FINE ART Scott Physical education offers a year long class for girls who want to WORK OUT TOGETHER The year long slim and trim figure con- trol class is available to sophomore girls. As freshmen, they write a letter re- questing to be admitted. Caroline Tipton, physical education teacher, stated, I read the letters and made my decisions based on needy overweight girls with a low self image. The class starts out with the dance aer- obics to strengthen the cardiovascular system. It is then followed by exercise aerobics. The workouts last for approxi- “The class really makes you feel better about your- self.” mately 45 minutes. Linda VanArsdale, sophomore, said, The class really tones up your muscles. Once a week the girls weigh, measure, and monitor their heart rate. This is done to give the girls the incentive to keep going. The class also gives the girls tips on pos- ture, make-up, hair styles, proper attire and good nutrition. Mia Brownewell, sophomore, stated, The class helps you feel better about yourself. — Angie Traficante While exercising with Jane Fonda’s “Workout,” Karen Wilson, sophomore, reaches for the sky. 70 PHYSICAL EDUCATION. SPECIAL EDUCATION Watch us grow into clubs Watch us grow. Through clubs and ac- tivities at MHS, we have grown. Clubs are orga- nized so that students can become involved with the school. MHS offers a large vari- ety of clubs, and new clubs are being added every year. The Key Club is a new club started last year. Members of the club are involved with community projects. For creative students. The Creative Arts Club was also added last year. Members of the club work all year to produce the Purple Plume” at the end of the school year. Another new club this year was OEA (Office Education Association). Students interested in business make up the club sponsored by Joann Castlen, business teach- er. OEA is a fun club to be in. It ' s hard because we ' re new, but we have a lot of activities and competitions planned,” explained Patty Freeman, senior and vice president. All of the clubs at MHS help students grow as in- dividuals and participate with others. Watch us grow! Participating in the game “Back to Back” are Caroline Guip, senior, and a Quest student from Whiting. Veronica Garza, junior, edits copy tor the next issue of the school newspaper, “The Mirror.” Taking care of last minute preparations for the Homecoming parade are Mary Jeffries, Spanish club sponser, Irene Kurtesis, senior, and Mark Enzwiler, junior. Kim Boatner, junior, and Chris Modglln, senior, spend the evening together at the Homecoming dance sponsored by Student Council. 73 CLUBS Future Educators ot America: Front Row — Row — Carol Teeter, sponsor, Diane Mirich, Kim Pachapa, Dan Rose, Pam Jones. Back Mike Bondra. Office Education Association: Front Row — Patty Freeman, Becky Christoft, Jessie King, Kandy Papageorge, Robin Layman, Lisa Bonich, Danette Kerns. Back Row — Jo Castlen, sponsor, Andrea Ruskewicz, Laurell Evans, Michelle Tesanovich, Michelle Domazet, Sherri Mummey, Bernadette Guanjuato, Susan Flauding, Cheryl Hardt. Science Club: Front row — Irene Kourtesis, Desiree Baehler, Scott Terek, Warren Eckels. Christine Pavel, sponsor. Back Row — Future Homemakers of America: Front Row — Kathleen Randhan, Janet Jasin, Faith Mlkulka, Krista Lea, Diana Wriston, Beth Werner, Caroline Baldazo. Second Row — Carol Von Behren, sponsor, Charlotte Borrman, Danette Guzman, Lisa Neis, Sue Filipowicz, Brenda Tompkins, Lisa Maleta, Carrie Czarnecki. Back Row — Michele Mitchell, Debbie Gee, Angie Burger, Denean Gallo, Jennifer Larson. Clubs promote career choices Four clubs have proven to be success- ful at MHS. They are FEA, Future Educators of America, OEA, Office Education Asso- ciation, FHA, Future Homeworkers of America, and the Science Club. OEA taught the basic skills required for a successful office career. Robin Layman, senior, stated, “OEA is beneficial to the educational process . The club raised its own funds by selling candy this year. Lisa Bonich, senior, commented, Selling can- dy was a good way to keep the club self- sufficient. FEA stressed the importance of educa- tion in America. To show their apprecia- tion for teachers, the club sponsored a breakfast for the staff. Each staff mem- ber received a plant. Carol Teeter, spon- sor, replied, “We enjoyed doing some- thing for the staff for a change. The club also sponsored the annual Turnabout. FHA taught the students something about life. They went caroling through the nursing home at Christmas time, bringing stockings of candy to the senior citizens. Faith Mikulka, president, said, “We really enjoyed making Christmas brighter for the senior citizens. Science Club went on many field trips. They visited the Milwaukee Museum and Chicago University. The Science Club sponsored Science Week with a question everyday on the announcements. The person who an- swered all the questions correctly won a prize. Glory Murray, senior, stated, “The Sci- ence Club is a great learning exper- ience. — Kris Kouvelas, Buffy Palvas One of the many field trips the Science Club took was to the Milwaukee Zoo. Here club members Glory Murray, Desiree Baehler, seniors, and sponsor, Chris Pavel, enjoy the sights. The FEA sponsored a teacher ' s breakfast, and plants were given to teachers who attended. Carol Teeter, sponsor, watches as Mary Halkias, office aide, and Jim Vermillion, science teacher, pick out their plant. Patty Freeman, senior, types memos at Parkway Mechanical, where she is employed through the OEA program. photos Kawicki 75 CLUBS New routines, mascot ‘Bucky’ add spirit Some school spirit comes natural with friends yelling nicknames to their buddies during games and matches. However, when the chips are down and things be- come a little dreary, that ' s when it is hard to keep up spirit. At such times, the Pep Club and Pom Pon Squad gave fans a boost to stay behind their teams. The Pep Club, lead by sponsor Carol Teeter, participated in promoting school spirit. With Bucky and purple and white Pirate hats, the Pep Club could be seen with their hands together. They clapped to cheers and made several posters to decorate the walls wishing good luck or congratulations to the many athletic events at MHS. The Pep Club and my participation in it showed me that by being involved with the club and other people helped to pro- mote team spirit. This is very important to the members of the teams. It showed and let them know that we were behind them at all the games, replied Danette Guzman, senior. The Pom Pon squad, instructed by Candi Bella, consisted of 40 girls ranging from sophomores to seniors. One of their highlights was the unique dance routines during half-times of the varsity football and basketball games. This allowed fans to let loose and clap along which added extra rowdiness in the stands. Diane Ramuscak, senior, emphasized, Pom Pons helps to promote school spirit and rowdiness to fans. — Mary Croarkin 76 POM PONS. PEP CLUB Pom Pon squad: Front Row — Patty Fargo, Carey Johnson, Diane Ramuscak, Dawn Spiroff, Cindy Lamfalusi, Diane Wirtes. Second Row — Sue Canchola, Angie Traficante, Donna McCloud, Lori Shinovich, Diane Torres, Lisa Bowling, Sue Kozak, Angie Canchola, Jeannie Dudak. Third Row — Michelle Broda, Karen Pearson, Jean Tasicas, Katie Lear, Lena Karabetsos, Lisa Tidwell, Dora Garcia, Eileen Dawson, Natalie Coyle. Back Row — Candi Bella, sponsor, Christine Psaros, Michelle Traber, Cheryl Adler, Dee Hill, Kelly Travis, Frances Katrls, Karen Smolnicky, Lisa Petrotf, and Lori Smith. Promoting school spirit: Pom Poms Pep Club Danette Guzman. Back Row — Susan Moore, Cathy Olson, Donna Dogan, Liz Calbourne. Pep Club: Front Row — Carol Teeter, sponsor, Diana Mirich. Second Row — Carol Newman, Pat McCoy, Tracy Goodman, With (lowing arms, Angie Traflcante, Michelle Brode, and Lena Karabestos, juniors, dazzle the crowd at halttime show. Eric Schrenker, Ken Haupt, seniors, and Jim Gavalek, Junior, assist the Cheerleaders during a basketball pre-game. The litters are Pep Club members. photos Kawicki Sure they can. The pom pon squad even finds room on the football field to line up and kick up their heels. The Pep Club members are right In the midst of MHS fans, showing a tremendous abundance of school spirit. 77 CLUBS Cheerleaders lead MHS teams to victories The cheerleaders lead MHS with their high spirits and enthusiasm. The girls lead the school at the football and basketball games and at the pep sessions. The cheerleaders are picked for their outrageous supply of spirit and various cheers. They use many special moves and techniques at every game. The girls always seem to be having a good time cheering and firing up the spirit of the fans. Shawna Eberle, junior, stated, Being a cheerleader is really exciting and fun. It ' s great to know that you ' re helping your team. The three squads encouraged the boys basketball and football teams as well as the girls basketball and volleyball teams. They do a variety of cheers to get all of the fans, including the parents into the spirit. Also, the cheerleaders help to promote and encourage spirit at pep sessions. — Robin Kendron The junior cheerleaders begin their traditional pre-pep rally cheer in front of their classmates. Mizerak 78 Kawlckl CHEERLEADERS Varsity Basketball: Front Row — Nancy Jennifer Eibel, Butty Palvas. Back Row — Poling, Mary Croarkin. Second Row — Patty Julie Zale, Sherry D’Asto. Haupt, Valerie Vessely. Third Row — JV Cheerleaders: Front Row — Beth Weger, Row — Chrissy Perez, Marianne Sherri Sohacki, Tracy Schneider. Second Villaneuava. Back Row — Susie Lax. Before the Homecoming game, Shawna Eberle, junior, and Nanci Poling, senior, take time out to p ose for the camera. Terry Waters During halftime, the varsity basketball cheerleaders perform a routine to charge up the crowd. Girls Cheerleaders: Front Row — Nadine Row — Marianne Berger, Shelly Kuzemka, Sever, Mary Kate Hill, Demi Dubowski. Back Allison Dakich. Larry Lopez, sophomore, practices operating the video camera. Barb Hippie, sophomore, applies make-up to Paul Tomak, junior, tor his magnificent performance. 80 AV, CHESS. CREATIVE ARTS, THESPIANS McKinney Creative Arts members Angie Burger, senior, Linda Christoff, sponsor, Bill Slade, Julie Zale and Sherry D ' Asto, juniors, show how togetherness can work. Goals, projects bring members together The Thespians, Audio-Visual Club, Chess Club and the Creative Arts Club all supply a means of entertainment for MHS students. The Thespians help produce three ma- jor productions during the year. The fall play, The Curious Savage, consisted of juniors and sophomores. The review, Merlin ' s Magic Moments, was open to anyone that wanted to display his talent. The spring play, George Washington Slept Here, was put on by seniors only. Rob Winchester, president, stated, A lot of sleepless hours were put into the plays, but the student body participation was very disappointing. It ' s really wonderful being a part of the Thespians, added senior, Cheryl Hardt. Adding another type of entertainment, the Audio-Visual Club video taped many school activities. During Homecoming week, the parade and the powder puff football games were taped for those stu- dents who were unable to attend the festivities. Leigh Smith, junior, stated, The A-V Club has a lot to offer MHS students that they don ' t know about. Also, the Creative Arts Club helped stu- dents interested in literature and art let their talents shine through. They publish their own magazine, the Purple Plume, which includes drawings, short stories, and poems submitted by the MHS student body. The money made from this project was put toward next year ' s Plume. Julie Zale and Sherry D ' Asto, juniors, stated, Plume enables MHS students to show their creative abilities. Finally, the chess team provided enter- tainment. The Chess team placed both the A and B team in the state final chess tournament. The A team placed second and the B team came in fourth place in regional contest with only the top four teams advancing to state. We didn ' t accomplish our goal to win state, but we are happy with what we have done thus far, said Jim Edgcomb. — Angie Traficante 81 CLUBS Thespians: Front Row — Shirley Price, Angle Christos, Cheryl Hardt, Jett Maloney, Brian Tretter, Tom Runholt, Rob Winchester, Laurie Reinhart. Second Row — Vicki Jewell, Tim Runholt, Sheryl Riddle, Brigitte Belmonte, Melissa George, R.D. Parpart, Dan Proctor, Kathie Shultz, Jesse King, Angle Canchola. Back Row — Bess Ferentlnos, Bill McCoy, Onofrlo Ollvadotl, Rich Jlminez, Glory Murray, Carol Gruber, Barb Hippie, Craig Shoenfleld, Angle Burger, Rich Robinson, Paul Tomak, Nancy Carlson, Beth Jaslak, Kathy Oliver, Joe Morrow, sponsor. Chess Club: Front Row — Jim Edgcomb, — Jett Pasture, George Angelov, John sponsor, Jim Rubush, Jim Enochs. Back Row Garcia, Jett Chldsey. Audio-Visual: Don Blanco, Brian Tretter, Ron Blanco, Vel Wooldridge, sponsor. Julie Zale, Linda Christoff, sponsor. Back Row — Ron Vanna, Donna McBrayer. orking as a team: hess Club Creative Arts Thespians Creative Arts: Front Row — Sherry D’Asto, Angle Burger, Mike Bondra, Dan Rose. Second Row — Vicki Jewell, Diane Mlrich, Musicians practice for hours What ' s the music we hear in the hall during lunch hour? Is it a new radio sta- tion? No, it ' s the orchestra and the band practicing for concerts and games. The whole band made up the march- ing band for the football games and the pep band for the basketball games. Ken Haupt, senior, remarked, Pep band was a lot of fun and it was a good way to help promote school spirit. Practices started two weeks before school for four hours every weekday morning. Donna Vazquez, junior, com- mented, Practices for the marching band were a lot of hard work. We had lots of fun though, so it paid off. Along with playing at the games, the band participated in various parades. concerts and commencement. The orchestra played in concerts with the band. Lisa Tidwell, sophomore, stat- ed, Mr. Mitchell helped us a lot. It was really enjoyable. In May, there was a concert in in which all the orchestras from the elementary schools, junior high schools and the high school combined together to perform. The biggest change was the addition of the Chamber Orchestra. It was a group that played background music for art shows and dinners. The Flag corps also worked very hard to be successful. During school, they practiced two times a week at 6:30 a.m. — Robin Wade Marching Band: Front Row — T. Runholt, J. Edwards, R. Benson, J. Arena, L. Wilkinson, C. Laser, V. Jewell, K. Kendt, P. Machnik, T. Runholt. Second Row — M. Morris, M. Bateman, J. Milkulka, M. Lieber, C. Villaire. Third Row — A. Balir, D. Sullivan, D. Magry, B. Lepley, B. Shrader, T. Benson, L. Bella, A. Christo, C. Shay, E. Guanajuato, V. Potomianos. Fourth Row — T. VanScoyk, K. Krawczpick, C. Lindborg, M. Hevanic, M. Arena, J. Mohamed, S. Winovich, C. Vana, M. Kozielski, P. Morris, D. McBrayre. Fifth Row — L. Pysh, J. Bigelow, D. Vasquez, D. Bell, K. Pachapa, K. Kostyal. Back Row — P. Haupt, K. Haupt, K. Dunkleburger, R. Parkhurst, J. Sekuloski, C. Irwin. During a concert, band members concentrate on their music as they play in harmony. During a football halttime, members of the Flag Corps perform to a song played by the Marching Band. 82 ORCHESTRA. MARCHING BAND photos Kawicki Orchestra: Front Row — K. Fitzgerald, A. Donahue, P. Campbell, J. Spot, J. Marando, R. Robinson, J. Lee, D. Dockweiler, C. Valaln, V. Potamlanos. Second Row — B. Daniel, M. Williams, S. Otterbacher, M. Runholt, D. Padgett, R. Blanco, A. Blair. Third Row — K. Haupt, P. Kasprzak, B. McCoy, D. Sullivan. Back Row — R. Parkhurst, S. Reder, T. Benson, M. Peterson, B. Lepley, B. Schrader, S. Simmons, J. Spurlock, D. Magry, L. Musser. Demonstrating their talents: Orchestra Marching Band Orchestra: Front Row — D. Marino, K. Pepta, A. Bills. Back Row — J. Valdes, T. Brooks, T. Levenson, M. Christos. Second Zaradlch. Row — C. Boyd, S. Kozac, L. Tidwell, K. Orchestra: Front Row — J. Yerga, M. Lieber, Magry, A. Blair, P. Kasprzak. Back row — K. C. Villalre, R. Bianco, A. Christo, V. Jewell, Haupt, J. Marando, P. Campbell, M. Runholt, T. Runholt, E. Guanajuato. Second Row — L. R. Robinson. Drennan, B. Daniel, B. Lepley, D. Sullivan, D. Orchestra: Front Row — P. Morris, M. Hovanec, T. Van Scoyk, K. Kasprzak, J. Stewart, T. Runholt, K. Lockrldge. Second Row — K. Krawczyk, P. Machnik, C. Vana, K. Kostyal, J. Mohamed, S. Wlnovich, D. Bowman. Third Row — K. Irwin, M. Kozielskl, L. Walsh, D. McBrayer, M. Arena. Back Row — C. Kelley, C. Llndborg, T. Koenig, T. Nagroski, L. Wilklson, B. Brooks, O. Olividoti. Vocalteens: Front Row — Jessie King, Joan Puntillo, Cheryl Hardt, Margaret Eich, Diane Bellamy, Kathy Oliver, Laurie Reinhart, Amy Giordano, Angie Canchola. Back Row — Dan Proctor, Brian Tretter, Tom Runholt, Onotrio Olividoti, Jett Maloney, Paul Tomak, R.D. Parpart, Phil Pardus. Members of the Velveteen group takes a few moments to get organized before a warm up exercise. Making people happy: Concert Choir Velveteens Girls Glee Vocalteens Concert Choir: Front Row — Angle Canchola, Jill Giordano, Jennifer Potter, Dawn Bridges, Natalie Coyle, Kelly Ellch, Bobbl Conn, Laurie Equlha, Lynn Huddleston, Darlene Woods, Shawn Woityska, Charlotte Bormon, Valerie Nickslc, Marie Pavot, Karen Hendrickson, Donna Dogan, Margaret Elch. Second Row — Amy Giordano, Laurie Reinhart, Janice Schnick, Michelle Turkula, Ninette Swisher, Don Blanco, Dan Rose, Albert Kirk, Tim Brandt, Craig Schoenfield, Phil Pardus, Bob McGuckln, Debbie Novreske, Denise Gallagher, Carla Brown, Marlette Gonzalez, Linda Roe, Teresa Silva, Diane Bellamy. Third Row — Cindy Collie, Kathy Oliver, Melissa McCrosky, Beth Jasiak, Kathy Shultz, Tony Bartrom, Onotrio Olividoti, Terry Eck, Paul Tomak, Ron Kirby, Don Elliot, Lisa Rajeski, Holly Woznlak, Vicki Frey, Benay Kirk, Cheryl Hardt, Jessie King. Fourth Row — LuAnne Thomas, Kathy Thompson, Lori Strong, Dan Proctor, Roman Kirby, Hurt Lytle, Jerry Rubush, Paul DeStefano, Chris Kroll, Marilyn Gill, Kim Winter, Renea Miller, Kim Cagle, Danette Guzman. Back Row — R.D. Parpart, Jeff Maloney. ■UmB fm m J iSj.l 1 flip 1 w uf yi 9 ■ | f • 1 W T?p? m y ' mm ► L w 1 1 ’l Girls Glee Club: Front Row — Sheryl Riddle, Pam Basile, Tracy Goodman, Adrienne Vlramontes, Diane Mirlch, Shirley Price, Mia Brownwell. Second Row — Kathy Murphy, Tina Bryant, Beth Weiner, Kathy Maloney, Carol Gruber, Mary Naumoskl, Sue Moore, Eileen Dawson. Back Row — Barb Parks, Tammy Erdelles, Allssa Ampllotis, Lynn Levenson, Stephanie Soltis, Karen Wilson, Kim Meade, Kelly Jo Travis. 84 CHOIRS Musical performances entertain everyone There are about 100 members in the MHS choir, which consists of Girls Glee, Concert Choir, Vocalteens and Velve- teens. Anyone can be in Girls Glee and Concert Choir, but you have to audition tor Vocalteens and Velveteens. The choir was extremely busy this year practicing tor concerts and competi- tions. Each year they have two concerts; a Christmas concert, called Season ' s Greetings, and a spring concert, called American Pop. The concerts went very well, said Kelly Ellch, junior, “and they were a lot of fun. On Jan. 28 the choir participated in a district contest at West Side High School. Following district, they competed in a state contest at Butler University. The groups placed first in both contests. Teresa Silva, junior, stated, “It was a lo+ of hard work and dedication, but I en- joyed it. Besides performing in concerts and competitions, they also entertained at an old folks home, and they participated in the annual choral test. Also, the Vocalteens and Velveteens perform at engagements throughout the year. The show they give is a half hour of singing and cancing. Paul Tomak, a junior member of Vocalteens, commented, “Choir will help with my future interests. — Robin Sanko The Vocalteens dazzle the audience with their dancing routine in the Spring Concert. 85 CLUBS Indiana Governor Robert Orr and Al Wirtes, junior, discuss campaign issues as Wirtes interviews the Governor for the Mirror. Foremski Grantham Yearbook Editor Laureil Evans, senior, works on material to meet the deadline. Jack McKinney, junior, adjusts the enlarger. This is one of the steps in printing pictures for the yearbook and newspaper. 86 YEARBOOK. NEWSPAPER. PHOTOGRAPHY Producing school publications: Newspaper Photography Yearbook Newspaper: Front Row — Valerie Tanke, sponsor, Al Wirtes, Eric Michael, Veronica Garza, Gina Gornick. Second Row — Lynn Yearbook: Front Row — Chris Franz, Rose Vroniskoski, Tifflni Crownover, Laurell Evans, Robin Kendron. Second Row — Angie Traficante, Robin Sanko, Butty Palvas, Dave Kierzkowski, Valerie Tanke, sponsor. Third Photography: Front Row — Doug Waters, Andrea Kawicki, Susan Scott. Second Row — Steve Grantham, Jack McKinney, Al Huddleston, Denise Bezick, Jay Anderson. Back Row — Alex Stojanouski, Branko Jocic, Mark Thompson, Dave Herbert. Row — Sharin Pigott, Shawna Eberle, Kris Kouvelas, Susanna Eibel, Vicky Tsampis. Back Row — Robin Wade, Janice Lilly, Shari Moore, Mary Croarkin, Glory Murry. Wirtes, Kathy Foremski. Back Row — Tom Mihal, Troy Terry, Scott Mizerak. Issues ideas appear in publications As the school year began, so did the production of the yearbook and news- paper. Photographers were busy taking pic- tures that were essential to meeting the deadlines. Troy Terry, senior, stated, Taking pic- tures for the school paper was fun be- cause I was able to attend a lot of the sporting events. The Mirror, which was put out about every three weeks on Fridays, kept stu- dents and faculty informed and enter- tained. The Mirror staff covered some contro- versial topics. Many people objected to the stories that we covered. We all felt that they needed to be covered objectively, and they were. We expected some negative response to our articles, but we ' re all proud of what ' s been printed in The Mir- ror,” stated Eric Michael, junior. However, Robin O ' Deen, junior, com- mented, “I enjoyed learning how a news- paper is put together and then being able to do it myself. The yearbook staff was hard at work even before school started. Last year we decided on our theme Watch Us, and built on it at the summer workshop at I.U. By the time we met with the rest of the staff, we had the founda- tion of the book already done, ex- plained Laurell Evans, senior and Editor of the 1984 Merrillvue. The production of the yearbook takes a long time; however, Tiffini Crownover, junior, commented, Even though it ' s a lot of hard work, it will all be worth it when we get the finished product in the fall. — Chris Franz 87 CLUBS Exceptional students receive honors for their achievements Accepting his Honor Society tapping, Scott Terek receives his news from Joe Zajac, senior. Every year, a few selected students have the special privilege of being in- ducted into the National Honor Society. This is a very prestigeous honor due to the fact that students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher. Students selected must also demon- strate good stature and hold high stan- dards. To be chosen for Honor Society teach- ers vote on the students they feel are most deserving of this award. The club sold license plates to raise money. Cathy Malocha, junior, commented, Being recognized by the National Honor Society makes a person feel their hard work in school has paid off, and I ' m very honored. MHS had many talented writers and journalists who were honored by being inducted into Quill and Scroll, a honor so- ciety especially for journalists. In her second year as sponsor, Valerie Tanke stated, The club is just now get- ting organized and expanding it ' s activi- ties. The club prepared the Senior Maga- zine and sponsored the publications ban- quet at the Raggning Bull. Certain publi- cations members were recognized for their hard work throughout the year. Students were inducted on Feb. 7, and other inductions were made on May 15. Veronica Garza, junior, stated, Since being part of a publications organization is such hard work, it ' s good to know we ' re being honored for our efforts! A new aspect at MHS was the Aca- demic Decathalon in Los Angeles, Cali- fornia at Loyola Marymount University. Only eight students were chosen to compete in the decathalon. These stu- dents competed in the following cate- gories: Honors catagory — Scott Terek and Lenny Pysh; Scholastic — Angie Christo and Bob Stephan; and Varsity — Al Wirtes and Denise Bezick. They were cho sen by taking a series of tests with other students from MHS. The top two scorers in each category were chosen to attend the decathalon. The team did excellently considering they had only two weeks to prepare, as other teams from around the country were preparing since last summer. Linda Davis, counselor, stated, An anonymous friend of the school corpora- tion donated all the funds for the trip. The students also received all day com- plimentary admission to Disneyland, Knott ' s Berry Farm and Universal Studios. — Shawna Elberle Newspaper Editor Veronica Garza, junior, and yearbook Editor Laurell Evans, senior, work on the Senior Mag, a publication produced by Quill and Scroll. photos Kawicki 88 HONOR SOCIETY, QUILL SCROLL, DECATHLON Honor Society: Front Row — Mark Dimitri, Shari Moore, Nick Pappas, Greg Karras. Second Row — Irene Halkias, Sue Kozak, Denise Emery, Kathy Krol, Lenny Pysh, Jennifer Thompson, Cindy Lamfalusi. Third Row — Angie Christo, Richard Robinson, Steve Osoba, Dawn Spiroff, Tom D ' Asto, Brian Curcio, Paul Lozanoski, Phil Labash. Back Row — Lisa Wilkinson, Steve Wilczynski, Bob Stephan, Jeff Petroff, Toby Darklns, Joe Zajac. Quill and Scroll: Front Row — Andrea Kawicki, Laurell Evans, Eric Michael, Veronica Garza, Valerie Tanke, sponsor. Second Row — Angie Traficante, Robin Sanko, Third Row — Al Wirtes, Denise Bezick, Susanna Eibel, Vicki Tsampis. Back Row — Sharin Pigott, Janice Lilly, Shari Moore. Decathlon Team: Bob Stephan, Al Wirtes, Pysh, Angie Christo, Scott Terek. Denise Bezick, Linda Davis, sponsor, Lenny •St SADD: Front Row — Judy Rendina, Linda Roman Kirby, Ronald Kirby, Peggy Lach, Schutz, Cris Kroll, Second Row — Angie Debbie Progemela, Renee Miller, Jerry Burger, Charlotte Boyd, Cheryl Fossey, Kasarda, sponsor, Bill Peters. Becky Wirtz, Cheryl Brown. Back Row — Quest Club: Front Row — Cathy Olson, Tesanovlch, Angle Burger, Lance Bella, Pat Donna Dogan, Vicky Jewell, Sandy Jones. McCoy, Tomi Lovely, Jerry Kasarda, Back Row — Sandy Braun, Michelle sponsor, LuAnne Thomas. Key Club: Front Row — Cheryl Fossey, Mark Rendina, Maria Pavot. Back Row — Dan Leiber. Second Row — Tom D ' Asto, Judy Wikse, Robbie Benson, Dean Hess, sponsor. New club fights against drunk driving Many new clubs have been added to MHS ' s extra-curricular activity program in the past few years. Among these clubs are a few that deal with high school stu- dents getting involved in helping the community and themselves. SADD, Students Against Drunk Driving, was started. A large number of students became involved, and their efforts were visible. Signs were put up in the hallways to promote the club, and various facts about drinking and driving were told on the morning announcements. A speaker was also brought in to help students un- derstand the purpose of the club which was to discourage people from drinking and driving. The day before Prom, Ray Govert, sen- ior, was placed in a coffin during lunch hour with an empty bottle of whiskey at his side. This was to show what might happen if the students drank while driving the night of Prom. Govert stated, I think it helped some of the students really think about the consequences. Another club recently added was the Key Club. It is affiliated with the Kiwanis Club of Merrillville. The club is a service organization that provides service to the school and the community. Different activities included, helping with the blood drive, sophomore orienta- tion and open house, and an easter egg hunt for the crippled. Dean Hess, sponsor, replied, The in- volvement of the students for this new club was excellent. Quest was a class that could be taken by any student to learn skills for living. There was a Quest Club that students who have taken the class or who plan to can become members. Angie Burger, senior, commented, Quest Club is very interesting and fun and it helps people with their problems. All clubs are trying to make the com- munity more appreciative and a better place to live. — Robin Wade 91 CLUBS Language groups sell candy, share awards banquet The foreign language clubs had more in common than in the past. They all par- ticipated in the football and basketball Homecomings, candy selling, foreign lan- guage week and the foreign language banquet. In the Homecoming race for best float, car and theme victory, German Club won best float, best theme, and Spanish Club won best car. Candy selling is a profitable event for all clubs. Gummie Bars, M M ' s, Snickers and suckers were traditional products. At the end of the year, each club used to have a separate banquet. For the first time, all three clubs shared a banquet in the school ' s cafeteria. Separately, the Spanish Club partici- pated in the Congreso de Estudian de Espanol or Congress for Spanish Stu- dents at Purdue University. Many of the skits won awards. This is a great honor since schools from many areas compete. They also took a field trip to a Mexican restaurant in Chicago. Irene Halkias, senior, said, Being in Spanish Club was a very unique exper- ience. French Club went to the Museum of Science and Industry to see the Christ- mas Around the World Exhibit. At the end of the year, they also went to a French restaurant. Senior, Brian Cacic, commented, French Club helped me make new friends and learn a new culture. German Club participated in their an- nual Halloween and Christmas Party and the annual picnic at the end of the year. Rich Robinson, senior, added, By learn- ing the different cultures in German Club, it helped me to prepare for my trip to Germany. — Janice Lilly 92 SPANISH. GERMAN. FRENCH Spanish Club: Front Row — Irene Halkias, Irene Kourtesis, Al Garcia, Joe Pienta, Mary Jeffries, sponsor. Second Row — Sue Kosak, Tracey Lepp, Michelle Burns, Sheri Dasto, Dawn Bell. Third Row — Chris Modgln, German Club: Front Row — Carrie Czarnecki, Rich Robinson, Ron Binaco. Second Row — Janet Fernandez, George Angeloff, Linda Walsh, Lynn Drennan. Third French Club: Front Row — Nancy Carlson, Debbie Migok, Irene Spiro, sponsor. Second Row — Julie Fratske, Val Pappas, Cindy Lamfalusi, Tim Runholt. Third Row — Danny Penny Machnlk, Cheryl Fossey, Mike Bondra. Back Row — Kim Boatner, Denlne Bezick, Barb Hippie, Jackie Mohamed, Dan Rose, Lori Goodwin. Row — Karen Johnson, Mary Naumoski, Shirley Price. Back Row — Larry Dlttoe, Ray Hamilton, sponsor, Brad Shrader, Don Bianco. Tsataros, Judy Rendina, Chris Zlmnawoda, Marla Pavot. Back Row — Laura Kapitan, Amy Stooksbury, Terry Eck, Karin Eyrlch, Laura Hanas, Cathy Malocha. photos KawIcki Paul Campbell, Rod Urbano, Jim Nawrockl, Joe Plenta, Al Garcia, seniors, dressed up as the group “Menudo” at the “Congreso de Estudlante de Espanol . A German Club member rides on the winning German float during the Homecoming Parade. Irene Halklas, senior, pulled the Spanish Club wagon In the Basketball Homecoming Parade. 93 CLUBS Many organizations sponsor dances to raise needed funds Two clubs which helped out the com- munity of Merrillville are the Sunshine Soci- ety and the Student Council. The Sunshine Society sold candy bars as their main fundraiser. They also partici- pated in Sunshine Week. During this week they decorated the main showcase and handed out apples to the teachers. At Christmas time the Sunshiners went to local nursing homes and boosted the moral of the residents by caroling. Glory Murray, senior, stated, The Sun- shine Society was a fun and self-satisfying club. Susan Scott, junior, commented, Through the Sunshine Society and carol- ling, I got to help make the elderly hap- py They also sponsored the Sweetheart Dance, Father-Daughter Dinner and a Mother-Daughter Tea. The Student Council started out the year early. They sponsored the first dance of the school year. Because Homecoming was so early, the members of the council had to get started on the activities in the late summer. In between all the dances they spon- sored, the Student Council headed a food drive. A lot of food was collected over the two week period. At the end of the food drive, the Stu- dent Council sponsored a dance. An- drean students also participated in this dance. The profit from the dance was given to the town trustee to give to the • needy in Merrillville. After Christmas break, the Student Council sponsored Basketball Homecom- ing. The last dance which they sponsored for the students was the Daddy Date Night Dance. This dance gave the girls a chance to go out with their fathers and have a good time. Chris Franz, senior, stated, Student Council is a worthwhile organization be- cause it helps the student body a lot. Vicky Tsampis, senior, commented, The Student Council brings the students and administration closer together. — Shari Moore Scott Denise Bezick and Steve Ramusack, juniors, show how much they care at the Valentine’s Dance. At the Back to School Dance, Sava Micic, junior, teaches Susan Kosak, senior, some new dance steps. Dressed as sailors, Patty Haupt and Lori Goodwin, juniors, show their enthusiasm at the Halloween dance. Sunshine Members enjoy the ride to the state convention, which was in Indianapolis. 95 CLUBS Watch us win in sports Watch us win. The football team end- ed their season with a winning record of 6-4. In addition, the boys tennis team also had a victorious season. They beat Hobart in sectionals by a score of 3-2. Eric Michael, junior, commented, We had a tough season, but we proved ourselves by beating Hobart and Grif- fith in sectionals. The girls cross country team had a tough but re- warding season. Long hours of hard practice and workouts are what make MHS ath- letes winners. Every ath- lete put forward an indi- vidual effort to make MHS teams winners. It is essential to prac- tice because without practice you can ' t per- fect your skills and work together as a complete team, explained Jenni- fer Duncan, senior. Two very important words in the vocabulary of an MHS athlete are sportsmanship and dedi- cation. Without sportsman- ship and dedication, there is too much compe- tition among each other on the team and no unity, which is also very impor- tant, commented Suzie Norris, junior. Watch us win! Teammates watch as Pam Wilczynski, sophomore, spikes the ball to the opposing team at semi- state. Mike Shayotovich, junior, takes a break from the battle at the Homecoming game against Portage. Receiving awards tor tennis at the fall sports banquet, is Steve Ramusack, junior. Demonstrating the butterfly stroke is Rich Lesniak, sophomore. 97 SPORTS Pirates finish 6-4 despite Hobart loss The game of the season. Merrillville against Hobart. The game decided if the Pirates or the Brickies would go to the playoffs. Entering this game, Merrillville and Hobart were 3-0 in cluster play. MHS played tough defense, but Hobart pulled through with a 23-0 victory. The score was not an indictation of how the game went. The game was very close until the end. Going into the fourth quarter, the Brickies were ahead 9-0. Ho- bart scored with about four minutes left, making it 16-0. The feisty Pirates would not give up. The offense did a good job, but they could not put any points up on the score- board because of Hobart ' s great de- fense. Merrillville then turned the ball over to Hobart one more time. Even though the Brickies pretty much had the game wrapped up, they pro- ceeded to pile on the points. They threw a bomb and scored one play later on a 1-yard plunge. This upset Coach Ken Haupt, players and many fans. The Pirates did play their hearts out, but MHS came up short. They did have the Brickies wor- ried until four minutes were left in the game. Preparing for the entire season, the team started practicing a week earlier than usual. The change was due to a new Indiana High School Athletic Associ- ation rule. The summer practices started Aug. 4, with the team practicing two times a day. The early start did affect the teams play, although Coach Haupt did not believe it should have. According to Eric Schrenker, senior and co-captain, The early start did affect our play a lot. The hot weather was a major factor. The team started out by losing their first game to Crown Point, 0-24. Crown Point capitalized on turnovers and jumped to an early lead. They had a 17-0 advan- tage at halftime and added another 7 points in the third quarter to beat t he Pirates. After losing to Lake Central, 30-10, a few major changes were made. Ken Haupt, senior, was moved from quarter- back to flanker, and Mike Shayotovich, junior, was inserted at the quarterback position for the remaining part of the sea- son. The next two games were victorious for the Pirates. They manhandled the Chesterton Trojans and the Michigan City Rogers Raiders, both Duneland Confer- ence games. (Continued on page 100). Varsity Football: Front Row — Coach Ken Haupt, Coach Joe Atria, Jett Stewart, Doug Waters, Brian Curcio, Mike Oliver, Neil Miller, Jett Miller, Lou Spiru, Ken Haupt, Dave Mriscin, Dan Roszkowski, Mark Harding, Coach Roger Hankins. Second Row — Coach Jett Yelton, Criag Kosac, Greg Karras, Barry Woodward, Sean Dougherty, Kevin Bell, Eric Schrenker, Marty Geary, Tom Brown, Jett Ogiego, Branko Jocic, Brian Bardeson, Jim Rubush, Sherman Iszak. Third Row — Jim Gavelek, Brett Storey, Jett St. Germain, John Catchur, Dean Ott, Tom D’Asto, Paul Lozanoski, Jon Rhodes, Ed Lopez, Paul Fiacable, Steve Michael, Doug Pearson, Jay Mack. Fourth Row — Berna Guanajuato, Neil Eubank, Terry Gill, Rich Dyman, Mike Shayotovich, Mark Schmidt, Greg Schuster, Lou Castellan!, Jett Rice, George Glagola, Jett Sopczak, Mike Miner, Alan Radu, Matt Wilk. Back Row — Beth Jasiak, Joanie McGee, Bob Moore, Larry Kacmar, Matt Naspinski, Dan Greene, Dan French, Bob Scheub, Tom Martin, Rich Niles, Shawn Vowell, Craig Schoenfeid, Roman Kirby. Hurt in the Chesterton game, Jon Rhodes, senior, points out his injury to Sherman Iszak, trainer, and Nick Bumbales, student trainer. 98 Kawlckl FOOTBALL Coach Ken Haupt and Offensive Line Coach Joe Atria send in words of advice to the offensive team on the field. A Portage runner tries to elude Brian Curcio, senior. MHS lost 0-14. Photos Kawicki Branko Jocic, senior, and John Catcher, junior, prepare for the kickoff. The Merrillville offensive line gives Mike Shayotovich, junior, plenty of time to throw the ball against Valpo. Pirates defeated the Vikings 16-13. 99 FOOTBALL Cluster system affects performance During the middle of the season, the Pirates hosted the Portage Indians for Homecoming. After the Homecoming pep rally. Coach Haupt stated, The pep rally sould have helped the team. It really was good. It should have had a posi- tive affect, but it did not. Before the Pirates knew it, they were down 14-0 at halftime. Coach Haupt said, The team did not play with much intensity during the first half. They did improve their style of play the second half, but the Indians still went home with a 14-0 victory. The next three games Merrillville played were played with much more intensity. First, MHS hosted Gary West Side. In this game, the Pirates scored during each quarter, while holding the Cougars to just one touchdown. The team then traveled to Valpar- aiso. The game was a close and excit- ing match-up. No one knew what the final outcome would be until the final whistle. With Brian Curcio, junior, running back the first kickoff 90 yards, the game looked like it would be a run- away. Unfortunately, the Vikings played tough throughout the whole game, keeping the score close. Merrill- ville ended up winning the game, 16- 13. Merrillville looked next to the Battle of Broadway . The Pirates started the game slow, but then came on strong in the second half. After the Pirates took a 23-3 lead, they inserted the second string. When the final whistle blew, the scoreboard showed: Pirates 23, An- drean 3. The final game of the season was played against the LaPorte Slicers. MHS changed their starting lineup, but still ended up winning the game, 13-0. The Pirates final record was 6-4. This year post season play was de- termined differently. The new system is called the Cluster System. Between 4 and 6 teams are in each cluster. Clusters are divided throughout the state. The only games that really count, as far as playoffs are con- cerned, are the cluster games. The team with the best cluster record in their cluster, goes to the playoffs. Many people were against this system. Schrenker commented, The only games that really counted, as far as the playoffs were concerned, were the cluster games. It was not that good of a system. It helped us this year, but we only had four important games to win. It was hard for the team to get up for the non-cluster games. Sean Dougherty, senior lineman, commented, The name of the game is still winning, no matter what the sys- tem. Teams have to do good in order to win. I play every game to win. Mike Shayotovich, junior, quarter- back, stated, Obviously, the cluster was good for us this year, but in reality, it is not very worth while. With this sys- tem, the concept of winning isn ' t ap- plied to all games, it is only applied to the cluster games. — Shari Moore Craig Kosac, senior, receives consoling during a football game from Rev. Richard Chrispell. 100 FOOTBALL JV Football: Front Row — George Mohoi, Thomas Mldgett, Mark Hamilton, Joe Budner, Jim Bittner, Dave Gee, Brina Singer, Frank Grynovich, Oscar Rodriquez. Second Row — Joe Kasper, Chuck Tipton, Tim Ellis, Brad Curcio, Brett St. Germain, Dave Dziewicki, Bucky Randall, Mike Zaronias, Coach Ken Braggs. Third row — Rick Hendrickson, Scott Sapper, Paul Trpkovski, Jett Tomb, Branko Jasnlc, Jett Zurawski, Rod Chlabai, Vakis Potamianos, Brian Majcher. Fourth Row — Dennis Bunda, Don Brant, Vern Krutz, Eric Miner, Mike Demakas, John Rachford, Bob Gustafson, Chris Cochran, Back Row • Fred Summers, Chris Tobias, Chris Kerulis, Kevin Kaurich, Deno Tants, Peter Lackey, Kevin Llsek, Joe Jnusz, Brian Portlock. Kawicki 1983 Varsity Football MHS OPP Crown Point 0 24 Lake Central 10 30 Chesterton 20 17 M.C. Rogers 28 0 Portage 0 14 West Side 28 6 Valparaiso 16 13 Andrean 23 3 Hobart 0 23 LaPortle 13 0 1983 JV Football MHS OPP LaPorte 13 6 Munster 10 13 Chesterton 20 14 M.C. Rogers 14 0 Portage 7 9 Bishop Noll 20 6 Valparaiso 7 14 Andrean 35 6 Hobart 7 21 Jeff Oglego, senior, is forced to punt at a Crown Point game. The Pirates lost 24-0. Waters “The name of the game is still winning, no matter what the system is. Teams have to do good in order to win. I play every game to win.” Sean Dougherty, Senior 101 FOOTBALL Caroline Guip, senior, returns a serve from her opponent. Caroline was MHS ' s leading singles player. Steve Ramusack, junior, shows great intensity during a conference tennis match. photos Kawicki Boys Tennis — Front Row: Dan Wikse, Jim Marando, Geoff Chidsey. Back Row: Pat Nealon, Steve Ramusack, Toby Darkins, Bob Stephan, Joe Amling, coach. 102 Girls Tennis — Front Row: Ana Dobrijevic, Nikki Yonker, Jennifer Eibel, Pam Sawochka, Caroline Gulp, Lisa Primer, Lana Pantelic, Kara East. Back Row: Maryann Mathis, Lisa Tidwell, Bill Carson, coach, Laura Hanas, Marla Kaser. TENNIS TENNIS Boys Tennis Girls win conference; boys team relies on underclassmen Having a large majority of underclass- men on the boys varsity tennis team, they managed to finish well. The team had only three seniors, but the juniors and sophomores helped carry the weight. With Toby Darkins, senior, Steve Ramusack, and Dan Wikes, juniors, it was hard to beat the Pirates in singles. In the doubles category, the combina- tion of Bob Stephan, senior, and Jim Mar- ando, junior, was hard to beat. Still, their record was 7-11. Joe Amling, tennis coach, stated, They ' re an average team but played hard . . . their only problem was not much depth. On the other hand, the girls tennis team had an amazing season. With the powers of Caroline Guip, Nikki Yonker, Pam Sawochka, seniors, Lana Pantelic, Jenni- fer Eibel, Lisa Primer, juniors, and Kara East, sophomore, the Lady Pirates reached startling heights. They had a record of 16-3, and for the first time in MHS history, they won the Dun- eland Conference Title. The team ' s improvement was attribut- ed to the new coach Bill Carson, and the hard effort put in by the team. We wanted to be better so we worked harder and strived to win, commented Marla Kaser, senior. — Dave Kierzkowski Toby Darkins, senior, warms up for a match by vollying with a teammate. Kawicki MHS OPP LaPorte 1 4 Crown Point 2 3 M.C. Rogers 2 3 Lowell 5 0 Hobart 2 3 Portage 1 4 Chesterton 4 1 Valparaiso 1 4 LaPorte 0 5 Andrean 2 3 M.C. Rogers 3 2 Hobart 3 2 Portage 1 4 Chesterton 3 2 Valparaiso 2 3 Girls Tennis MHS OPP Crown Point L W Griffith W L Bishop Noll W L Lowell W L Lake Central W L Wheeler W L Gavlt W L Lake Station W L Vapariaso W L Portage W L Chesterton W L Munster L W Hobart W L Highland W L M.C. Rogers W L Calumet W L LaPorte W L “We wanted to be better so we worked harder and strived to win.” Marla Kaser, Senior 103 TENNIS Boys Cross Country MHS OPP Andrean W L Roosevelt L W Lowell W L Griffith W L Portage L W Munster W L LaPorte W L Valparaiso L W Chesterton L W Girls Cross Country MHS OPP Flossmore L W Crown Point L W Portage L W Valparaiso L W LaPorte L W Chesterton L W Highland L w Munster W L Lake Central L W Bishop Noll W L “We had top runners that gave a lot of teams a race for their money.” Fernando Martinez, Senior Kawicki Scott Teammates Robin Sanko and Sonia Hytche, Don Rodgers, sophomore, leads the pack juniors, run together during a meet. The girls during a meet at Hidden Lake, new coach was Betsy Bousch. 104 CROSS COUNTRY Members of the boys cross country team stretch out before a meet. Home meets were run at Hidden Lake. 4 Weiser sets school record; girls beat individual times There were mixed results in Cross Coun- try. The girls had a tough season, but the boys were promising. Although their season wasn ' t as re- warding as they hoped for. Coach Betsy Basch said, The girls kept their enthusi- asm up throughout the season. They are very dedicated and have good atti- tudes. The girls worked against themselves as well as their opponents. Robin Sanko, ju- nior, replied, One of the hardest parts of cross country is beating your old time. The girls ended their season with a re- cord of 2-8. The boys team had high hopes through the season. Coach Jim Moody replied, We were hoping to make it to section- als, regionals and semi-state, just like last year. Fernie Martinez, senior, was a leader on the team. He stated about his team- mates that we had top runners that could give a lot of teams a race for their money. That ' s exactly what they did as their record proved. Many outstanding runners contributed to this, and a school record was set by Chris Weiser, junior, with a time of 16:16 in three-miles. — Butty Palvas Kawicki ■CVS- Boys Cross Country: Front Row — Scott Semper, Don Rodgers, Chris Wieser, John Guzman. Second Row — Paul Kasprzak, Richard Hernandez, Jason Mikulka. Back Row — Mike Yakubec, Fernie Martinez, Doug Lind, Craig Parker, Coach Jim Moody. Girls Cross Country: Bottom Row — Robin Sanko, Liz Martinez, Diane Metcalf. Second Row — Robin Benson, Diane Mirich, Chris Braun, Sonya Hytche, Kathi Crowder. Back Row — Sandy Braun, Coach Betsy Bousch, Anna Lopez. 105 CROSS COUNTRY ‘Working together’ sends lady Spikers to semi-state The girls volleyball team proved that working together makes a good team. Coach Joe Starkey said, We win be- cause everyone contributes to the team effort. Jennifer Thompson, senior, also said, We all work together and try to help each other out. During the last few weeks of summer vacation, the girls were hard at work practicing for their upcoming season. The team consisted of 13 members, in- cluding co-captains Jennifer Thompson and Jennifer Duncan, seniors. Diane Vermillion, senior, said, Thomp- son keeps the team up when we are winning or losing. The Lady Spikers ended their season with a record of 17-8. They successfully made it to semi-state, winning the first game to Plymouth but losing to Mishawaka. What kept the team going through their season? Thompson commented, The Griffith Tournament was the turning point of the season. That ' s when we began rolling to- ward a winning year. Kara East, sophomore, added, I thought we had good fan support for semi-state, and it really helped boost the team ' s moral. Thompson added, I think everyone wanted to play and win. Coach Starkey commented, Thomp- son, Duncan and Vermillion do well on keeping up the senior leadership. — Kris Kouvelas Jennifer Duncan, senior, serves the ball during the first Semi-state game. MHS defeated Plymouth. Varsity Volleyball Team: Front Row — Valerie Pappas, Jennifer Thompson, Diane Wllk, Karen Ector, Kara East. Second Row — Pam Wilczynski, Sandy Tharp. Third Row — Laura Kapitan, Coach Joe Starky, Diane Vermillion. Fourth Row — Jennifer Duncan, Jill Habyrch. Back Row — Melissa Henrichs. Kara East, junior, bumps the ball to one of her teammates. The Lady Pirates were 22-9 for the year. photos KawIcki 106 VOLLEYBALL “The Griffith Tournament was the turning point of the season. That’s when we began rolling toward a winning year.” Volleyball Hammond Gavlt MHS W Crown Point L Lake Central W LaPorte L Lake Station W Lowell L Calumet L Chesterton L Bishop Noll W Hanover Central W Chesterton W Hammond Noll W Munster W M.C. Rogers L Hammond Morton W Griffith W South Bend St. Joe L Andrean W Plymouth L Highland W Hobart W Valparaiso w Hebron w Portage w Sectionals River Forest w Andrean w Valparaiso w Regionals Gary Roosevelt w Crown Point w Semi-State Plymouth w Mishawauka L OPP L W L W L W W w L L L L L W L L W L W L L L L L L L L L W 107 VOLLEYBALL Pirates ‘put it The varsity boys basketball team start- ed off slow, but they started redeeming themselves by the fourth game. The team lost its first three games to Lake Station, Lew Wallace and South Bend Adams. Jeff Kontor, senior, commented, Our confidence and pride was hurt, but we were determined to have a winning sea- son, so we practiced harder. They then started on a three game winning streak. The Pirates defeated Gary West Side, 60-54; demolished An- drean, 72-34; and tore apart Hammond High, 62-46. Mike Meschede, senior, led the team in scoring throughout most of these games. Merrillville hosted Valparaiso, but the Pi- rates gave the Vikings a tough battle, losing the game, 55-40. The Vikings were ranked 6th in the state at the time of the game. Next, the Pirates hosted another state ranked team. Lake Central. Meschede led the team in scoring with 19 points. He also held Lake Central ' s top scorer to 8 points below his average. The Pirates shocked Lake Central, by defeating them 59-52. The middle of the season crept up fast with the Highland Holiday Tourney right around the corner. The first game of the tourney was against Highland. Kontor led all scorers with 22 points. The final score of the game was 58-51. The champion- ship game was between the Pirates and the Crown Point Bulldogs. The Pirates won the game and the title by defeating the Bulldogs, 63-53. Kontor stated, It was a good victory because the team played with together- ness and not as individuals. It boosted our confidence. After taking a short holiday break, the Pirates traveled to Hobart to face the Brickies. The Brickies surprised the Pirates and defeated them by one point. How- ever, the next evening the Pirates showed the crowd just how good they really were. They hosted the Roosevelt Panthers and beat them 53-51. Dave Herbert, junior, stated, After having beat a couple of state ranked teams, other teams began to realize that they had to prepare for us. This win helped the team out. Chesterton became the next Pirate victim. The Pirates won 53-37, with Branko Jocic, senior, scoring 20 points. The Bucs won their next two games before facing Delray Brooks and fhe Michigan City Rog- ers Raiders. MHS lost 77-66 to the number one ranked team in the state. The Pirates ended regular season play by defeating Portage, Highland and Michigan City Elston. Meschede scored 30 points in each of these two last games, (continued on page 110) 108 BASKETBALL together’ after slow start MHS star Mike Meschede, senior, gets Inside position on tour Gary West Side players and scores two of hit 22 points. BASKETBALL Kawfckl Varsity Basketball — Front Row: Ken Krmpotich, manager, Joe Plenta, Jett Kontor, Mike Meschede, Dan French, Matt Naspinski, Bob Moore, manager, Scott Terek, manager. Back Row: Coach Don Slys, Sherman Iszak, trainer, Dave Herbert, Branko Jocic, Art Geberln, Mark Vincent, Chris Massa, Brian Reeves, Coach Jim East, Nick Bumbalas, trainer. 109 BASKETBALL Driving up the middle, Jeff Kontor, senior, shoots over a Gary West Side player. Joe Plenta, senior, leads the Pirates out onto the court. MHS loses to state-bound Indians in OT After a snow delay, the post season tourney finally began, The team had a little over a week to practice for section- als. Coach Jim East was pretty confident going into the sectional play. He thought that his team had just as good of a chance to win as any other team. He stated, It is pretty evenly matched. We always play like champi- ons because we are defending champi- ons. MHS drew Griffith for their first game. The Panthers played a hard-nosed game, losing 59-58. Kontor had 23 points, and Meschede had 13 rebounds. Next, the team faced Calumet and won easily, 68-43. The championship game was between Merrillville and Lake Central. The game was a very close. In the end. Lake Central beat the Pirates, 46-45, in overtime. However, the team did much better than people anticipated they would do. Matt Naspinski, junior, commented, Through all of our hard work, we ended up with a much better record than most people expected. Coach East prepared the young men for the season with preseason running and conditioning. Meschede commented, This year is 110 BASKETBALL probably the hardest we have condition- ed. We have to condition so hard be- cause we press and gamble a lot on de- fense. I think the conditioning has paid off even though I did not run all of the time. He added, Being cohesive on and off the floor helps provide for the winning attitude that is needed to be successful in a quality basketball program. Coach East was happy with the over- all attitude of the team. The team was full of leaders. Meschede led the team in 14 single game categories and 14 season categories. He was voted MVP of the team. Kontor led the team in one single game category and four season cate- gories. Joe Pienta, senior, was voted Best Mental Attitude by his teammates. Coach East stated, The over-all atti- tude of the team was good. The team accepted me as a coach, and they all pretty much knew their roles. This year the student fan support was not very good. Most fan support came from adults. Coach East said that fan support con- tributes to the team ' s play. He stated, It definitely affects the team, but I told my players that they should get going on their own. — Shari Moore Terry A Gary Roosevelt player tries to block Branko Jocic’s shot, but Jocic, senior, out Jumps him and shoots over the defender. The Pirate bench shows their support for their teammates. Looking for an open teammate, Dave Herbert, junior, tries to give out another assist. The Pirates defeated Andrean, 72-34, on Faculty Night. photos KawIcki Varsity Basketball MHS OPP Lake Station 41 44 Lew Wallace 44 61 South Bend Adams 56 57 Gary West Side 60 54 Andrean 72 34 Hammond 62 46 Valparaiso 40 55 Lake Central HIGHLAND INVITATIONAL 59 52 Highland 58 51 Crown Point 63 53 Hobart 59 60 Gary Roosevelt 53 51 Chesterton 53 37 Crown Point 63 55 LaPorte 46 42 Munster 75 53 Michigan City Rogers 66 77 Portage 37 36 Highland 79 59 Michigan City Elston SECTIONAL 79 69 Griffith 59 58 Calumet 68 43 Lake Central 45 46 (OT) JV Basketball MHS OPP Lake Station 61 26 Lew Wallace 40 35 South Bend Adams 41 37 Gary West Side 29 34 Andrean 54 34 Hammond 25 40 Lake Central LAKE CENTRAL TOURNAMENT 46 42 Highland 45 35 Lake Central 62 46 Hobart 54 23 Gary Roosevelt 33 36 Chesterton 43 30 Crown Point 35 35 LaPorte 42 45 Munster 51 41 Michigan City Rogers 57 61 Portage 46 40 Highland 55 40 Michigan City Elston 39 37 Dan French, junior, shoots over a Calumet defender during sectional play. The Pirates won the game, 68-43. JV Basketball — Front Row: Scott Rosenbalm, Lou Castellani, John Wilczynski, Brian Portlock, Brent Isenberg, Brian Singer. Back Row: Larry Kacmar, Dan Green, Tim Bianco, Mark Vincent, Art Geberin, Ron Smith, Coach Don Slys. Being co- hesive on and off the floor helps provide for the win- ning attitude that is need- ed to be suc- cessful in a quality basketball program. Mike Meschede, senior 111 BASKETBALL Girls Basketball MHS Opp Hammond Morton 43 34 LaPorte 52 67 Bishop Noll 54 37 Highland 37 34 Andrean 52 39 Portage 67 52 Munster 46 28 Hammond High 45 38 Whiting 40 36 Chesterton 36 46 Lake Central 33 35 Gary Roosevelt 38 42 Hobart 54 34 Lake Station 57 32 Valparaiso 33 48 Crown Point 34 50 Calumet 55 27 M.C. Rogers 43 54 SECTIONALS Lowell 80 51 Crown Point 19 49 “Mr. Regan has really helped me out a lot. He definitely has to be the best girls bas- ketball coach in the state.” Shari Moore, Senior 112 GIRLS BASKETBALL Jennifer Thompson, senior, takes a jump shot against Lake Station. photos Kawicki Karen Cook, freshman, shows her quick release as she tries to block a shot against Michigan City Rogers. Shari Moore, senior, shoots for two points. Moore broke the school record for the most points scored in a game, 37. Moore sets school records The girls basketball team played the toughest schedule of all times in Northwestern Indiana because we wanted to play the best, stated Coach Mike Regan. Practice started the second week of school. Their season began Oct. 10 and ended Feb. 5. The Lady Pirates had a season with a record of 12-8. Shari Moore, senior, had an out- standing year, leading the Lady Pirates in scoring and assists. Moore stated, Mr. Regan has really helped me out a lot. He definitely has to be the best girls basketball coach in the state. He worked hard to get us ready for the season. People don ' t realize how tough it is to coach a girls team. Regan made it seem easy. Coach Regan commented, “Shari has shown her ability to play all parts of the game. She holds many school re- cords. Shari is among the best three players in Northwestern Indiana. Janice Lilly, senior, said, “Shari is one of my best friends on the basketball court and off. She is one of the best players in Northwestern Indiana. She is always willing to help others and I am thankful for how much she has helped me throughout my senior year. “The most improved player to come through the Merrillville girls basketball team was Diane Vermillion, stated Coach Regan. “She ' s one of the five best players in the area, he added. Diane was also the leading rebounder of the team. An important game of the season was the come back victory with Whit- ing in the Holiday Tourney Champion- ship. According to Coach Regan, “the team has become a team. The girls played up to three games a week on school nights. This was a hard schedule. Players have to be dedicated and involved to be on our team and to do this, and they are, added Coach Regan. — Kris Kouvelas Girls Basketball — Front Row: Karen Johnson, Jennifer Larson. Back Row: Coach Mike Regan, Deanna Riese, Jennifer Thompson, Shari Moore, Diane Vermillion, Tracy Koenig, Janice Lilly, Julie Fratzke, Coach Jim Vermillion. Lady Pirates show their defensive skills against Highland. MHS defeated the Trojans 37 - 34 . 113 GIRLS BASKETBALL New coach rebuilds Pirate swim program Girls Swimming — Front Row: Cathy Erdelac, Kowal. Back Row: Coach Jim Nickolov, Stacy Margie Gianlkos, Lisa Modrak, Lori Dlan, Elaine Lawrence, Lori Gemelnhart, Amy Giordano, Zaronis, Joni Dornburg, Chris Froman, Frankie Josie Commarata, Suzie Lax, Jill Giordano. Building Trade students aren ' t the only ones who rebuild. The MHS swim teams also had a rebuilding years. Dan Steininger, senior, said, I ' m glad I swam this year. It was my best season, and I hope more people swim in the fu- ture. Brian Cacic, senior, added, We had such a young and large team that they will be better in the future. The boys swim team had thirty mem- bers. A large number compared to the eight that returned from the year before. Despite the large size of the team, their record was only 3-8. When asked about the size change, Steininger, added, The quality went down, but the quantity went up. For the girls swim team, it was also a disappointing year. They had a large ma- jority of underclassmen swimming. Suzie Lax, sophomore, commented, Even though we had a bad season, we had fun and we worked together. But we need more competitive experience. Both the boys and the girls had poor seasons, but it seemed pretty good for Coach Jim Nickolov. It was his first year coaching in the United States. — Dave Kierzkowski Frankie Kowal, sophomore, executes an Inward summersault. This was her first season diving for the Bucs. Joni Dornburg, junior, swims tree-style during practice. She swam several free style events. photos Kawickl 114 Boys Swimming — Front Row: Rich Barndela, Joe Nash, Don Carlson, Jason Mikulka, Bryan Popa. Second Row: Coach Jim Nickolov, Paul Klimaszewski, Bill Zervos, Steve Pushka, Chris Yugo, Trevor Calhoun, Scott Hamilton. Third Row: Mike Lester, George Pavel, Rob Wozniak, Brian Cacic, Chris Patalis. Fourth Row: Coach Burt McIntyre, George Marks, Rich D’Asto, Stephan Osoba, Jett Kacir, Dan Steininger, Rob Johnson, Mark Jankowski, Rich Dyman. Back Row: Coach Bud Bellanger, Tim Sullivan, Peter Goad, Mike Kowal, Scott Henderson, George Santiago, Rick Lesniak. We had such a young and large team that they will be better in the future. Brian Cacic, senior Boys Swimming MHS OPP Hobart too 73 Valparaiso 59 113 Portage 81 91 Lake Central 70 101 Crown Point 83 87 Hammond 101 70 Munster 47 125 Chesterton 45 127 LaPorte 49 123 M.C. Rogers 115 57 Bishop Noll 62 109 Highland 53 119 Girls Swimming MHS OPP Chesterton 42 126 Highland 53 111 LaPorte 58 108 Valparaiso 53 117 Hobart 59 109 Lowell 85 85 M.C. Rogers 69 100 Portage 74 91 Lake Central 65 103 Munster 67 104 Crown Point 58 110 115 SWIMMING Gymnastics MHS OPP M.C. Rogers 200.3 105.8 Lowell 204.35 109.2 Hobart 206.8 114.6 McElston 202.75 94.65 LaPorte 199.75 144.2 Crown Point 207.15 204.35 Chesterton 214.1 208.0 Valparaiso 204.4 198.1 Highland 210.55 211.15 Portage 198.9 183.2 I think the team’s success is due to the fact we all get along and work well together. This is very important” Karen Dudak, sophomore - Sara McAnnally, senior, shows her poise and grace on the balance beam. 116 GYMNASTICS Gymnastics: Front Row — Jeanine Kierzkowski, Lisa Funder, Nancy Gress, Karen Dudak. Second Row — Coach Bill Roberts, Rene Mischler, Denise Darkins, Deanna McPherson, Karen Kasperzak, Coach Diane Roberts. Back row — Amy Roberts, Jennifer Ogiego, Stecy Plesha, Sara McAnally. Winning tradition continues as Karen Dudak captures state Once again the MHS gymnastics team had an excellent season, including a state champion. Karen Dudak, sophomore, stated, I think the team ' s success is due to the fact we all get along and work well to- gether. This is very important. The team ' s success was obviously due to many outstanding individuals. Interme- diate Dudak led the team all season. Du- dak won sectional all-around, placed 2nd in regionals, and won state all- around. The State Championship was held at Perry Meridian High School in In- dianapolis. Dudak captured her title in her second year of varsity gymnastics. Karen Kasperzak, sophomore, led the team on bars, winning in sectionals. Lisa Funder, sophomore, made the team on vault and on beam. DeeAnna McPherson, freshman, broke the school floor record with a 9.55, and was first on the floor all season, winning in sectionals and placing fifth in regionals. Shawna Eberle, junior, placed in the top three on the beam and floor all sea- son and made the sectional team. In optionals, Jeanine Kierzkowski, junior, was named Most Valuable. She placed in the top three in sectionals and regionals, making it to state in all-around competi- tion. Nancy Gress and Sarah McAnally, sen- iors, were named to the All-Conference team. McAnally stated, “I ' m glad we won conference. This boosted the whole team ' s confidence. Individuals were honored after the sea- son. Dudak received the Drive, Determi- nation, and Dedication Award, Best Men- tal Attitude, and Most Valuable Interme- diate Gymnast. Kierzkowski was named Most Valuable Optional Gymnast. Funder was the Most Improved. — Shawna Eberle, Buffy Palvas Preparing to dismount from the uneven bars Is Nancy Gress, senior. Performing her high scoring floor routine, Jeanine Kierzkowski, sophomore, wins another event. Displaying one of the talents that contributed to her title as State Champion, Karen Dudak, sophomore, performs on the bars. 117 GYMNASTICS “My season didn’t go as planned. When I hurt my arm I lost a lot of strength in it.” Willie Croz, senior Varsity Wrestling MHS OPP Crown Point 46 16 LaPorte 42 12 Portage 49 15 Andrean 63 9 M.C. Rogers 53 8 Plymouth 56 13 Penn 44 23 Kokomo 52 12 Chesterton 55 11 Hobart 39 12 Valparaiso 47 16 Sectionals 1st Regionals 1st Semi-state 1st State 4th JV Wrestling MHS OPP Portage 39 18 Calumet 21 51 Lowell 27 34 Munster 25 35 Crown Point 24 47 LaPorte 44 30 Portage 35 40 Andrean 44 12 Lowell 26 33 Highland 24 37 Portage 48 24 Crown Point 27 45 M.C. Rogers 40 15 Hobart 33 12 Chesterton 39 30 Valparaiso 27 35 118 WRESTLING Mundell returns to state; he comes home a winner Sweat and determination paid off for MHS wrestlers with a fourth place finish in state. Six wrestlers qualified for state. But only Scott Mundell, senior, and Jay Mack, junior, placed. Mundell (34-0) clinched the state title in the 1 19 lbs. weight class. Mack (31-5) took fourth place in the 112 lbs. weight class. Scott is my first wrestler to win a state title as being head coach, commented Cameron. Mundell is MHS ' s first wrestler to win a state title since 1974, when Ken Dike won the heavyweight title. Mundell is a four year letterman. He succeeded to break two school re- cords set by Ken Turner, 1976-1978. Mundell broke the record for most wins in a career with a record of 102-12-1. In addition, he broke the record for the most pins in a career with 60 pins. Mundell commented, I was very happy when I won the final match be- cause I had reached my goal, being the state champion. In his road to state, Mundell had 21 falls and 43 takedowns. Strength, flexibility, height and leverage were Scott ' s advantages over other wres- tlers, said Cameron. Mack, a two year letterman, re- ceived a fourth place finish for the sec- ond straight year. I was pleased for Jay, stated Cameron. In his trip to state. Mack had 10 falls and 49 takedowns. “I was very pleased with my performance at state. It turned out real well, com- mented Mack. Another MHS hopeful, Willie Cruz, senior, was injured in regionals. Cruz hy- perextended his arm in competition but was able to go down state. My season didn ' t go as planned. When I hurt my arm, I lost a lot of my strength in it, stated Cruz. — Andrea Kawicki WRESTLING Kawicki With a watchful eye on the line, Willie Cruz, senior, tries to manuever his opponent back on the mat. Jay Mack, junior, uses all his strength to overcome his opponent in the semi-state competition. JV Wrestling — Front Row: John Allen, Scott Stevens, Mark Lucas, Oscar Rodriguez, Bob Nicksic, Joe Budner, Steve Gallegos. Second Row: Chris Karson, Don Brant, Brian Valese, Mark Mahaffey, Jim Bittner, Joe Gavelak, Mike Dinatale, John Kouskousakis, Frank Gonzales. Back Row: Coach Tom Cameron, Coach Woody Melcher, Mike Klevikas, David Gee, Dan Nunez, Steve Mundell, Brian Storey, Coach Rick Hurey. photos Kawicki Varsity Wrestling — Front Row: Mike Lisch, Tom Magiera, Jay Mack, Scott Mundell, Willie Cruz, Al Garcia, Jack McKinney. Back Row: Coach Rick Hurey, Mike Miner, Brian Bardeson, Erik Miner, Nick Pappas, Jon Rhodes, David Mriscin, Andre Dubois, Coach Tom Cameron. On the links, Pirates advance to post-season tournaments Girls Golf MHS OPP M.C. Elston 236 192 Portage 221 220 M.C. Marquette 222 186 LaPorte 201 180 Culver 223 207 Chesterton 218 207 Andrean 218 198 M.C. Rogers 214 168 Rensselear 210 188 Hobart 205 236 Munster 218 245 Valparaiso 216 181 Boys Golf MHS OPP Hobart 154 164 M.C. Elston 335 328 Valparaiso 158 149 Portage 154 167 LaPorte 164 160 Highland 164 178 Andrean 158 168 Lake Central 158 171 Chesterton 159 164 M.C. Rogers 155 173 Crown Point 171 184 Hobart 160 169 Valparaiso 163 162 Portage 163 178 M.C. Marquette 225 330 Penn 225 335 Culver 225 375 M.C. Rogers 163 181 Griffith 164 168 Chesterton 164 179 “Consistency is the key to our success this year.” Neil Miller, senior 120 GOLF Everyone became a little more consis- tent in their game. Miller dropped his average from 44 to 41 . Consistency is the key to our success this year. stated Neil Miller, senior. The girls, on the other hand, had their problems. They were lacking in depth and leadership. They feel that they will improve in the future. However, the girls had one bright spot Jennifer Eibel, junior, excelled individually throughout the year and competed in regionals. — Dave Kierzkowski Grantham The Boys Golf Team showed major im- provement. With Rudy Mihelic, Rick Ren- ner, Neil Miller, seniors, and Steve Ramu- sack, Tom Lipton, juniors, leading the way, the boys golf team finished 8th in state. Some of the high points of the season occurred when MHS placed fifth at the Renselear Invitational and fifth at the Homestead Invitational by an amazing 12 strokes. This was a great improvement since they did not even place the year before. Kevin Mowery, sophomore, stated. Kawlckl Pott Tribune photo Kawlckl A Girls Golt — Front Row: Kathy Pederson, Amy Cook, Kim Greene. Back Row: Lisa Gatlin, Lisa Primer, Ed Wiles, coach, Jennifer Elbel, Yvonne Boone. Boys Golf — Rudy Mihelic, Rick Renner, Steve Ramusack, Max Hutchison, coach, Tom Lipton, Neil Miller. 121 GOLF Watching the team, Drew Furuness, coach, supervises practice. Soccer — Front Row: Pete Metlov, Marco Perez, Tom Papadopolous, Paul Lozanoski, Savo Cucuz, George Mavros, Savo Micic. Second Row: Paul Trpkovski, Manuel Garcia, Terry Wood, Bob Gasich, Kelly Kaurich, Kevin Hamer, Tom Gaillas, Branko Jasnic. Back Row: Drew Furuness, Coach, Vojo Dukic, Srecko Suvajac, Danny Jocic, Branko Jocic, Rob Johnson, Eli Kostur, Bill Oljace, Rick Hurey, Coach. 122 Kawicki Grantham Injuries hamper MHS soccer team; girls pitch to 15-1 The Soccer team had a record of 5-7, as injuries hindered their performance throughout the year. Among the injured were George Mavros, senior, Kelly Kaurich, junior, and also one of the co-captains Paul Lozanoski, senior. He stated, with so many injuries we were not at full strength the entire year. This definitely hampered the team. Along with a string of injuries there was a lot of inexperience. With twenty-two members, there were only five seniors and the rest consisted of underclassmen. Co-captain Branko Jocic, senior, com- mented, With so many young players, it was a learning experience and a year for development. Drew Furuness, coach record of the soccer team, looks forward to a bright future and is proud of Jocic, who in his high school career established the most goals scored. In addition to soccer, softball gave Merrillville a new winning tradition. With a 15-1 record and unofficially the Duneland Conference title, the team can look for- ward to many more victories. Some of the players began practicing in late February and early March, and as captain Patti McNally, senior, stated, The team really respects Joe Starkey as a coach and as a great friend. Next year, the team will start to com- pete in the state tournament along with the Duneland Conference battle. — Kris Kouvelas Soccer Hammond High MHS 6 OPP 0 Wirt 3 2 Chesterton 0 1 Portage 1 14 Lake Central 2 0 Andrean 5 3 Munster 2 4 Highland 2 3 Chesterton 3 2 Wirt 1 3 Portage 1 9 Bloom Trail Softball MHS 2 OPP 0 Thornwood 1 6 M.C. Marquette 16 0 Crown Point 4 3 M.C. Rogers 5 0 LaPorte 16 1 Portage 14 0 Morton 10 2 Andrean 15 3 Chesterton 12 0 St. Joe 11 2 St. Joe 7 0 Valparaiso 21 4 LaPorte 20 2 M.C. Rogers 3 0 Valpo 11 0 a “The team really respects Joe Starkey as a coach and as a great McNally, senior 123 SOCCER. SOFTBALL Softball — Front Row: Liz Warden, Julie Gigi Vergin. Back Row: April Jurasevich, Patty Joesifovski, Candy Rathjen, Tony Banashak. Haupt, Jenny Bailey, Pat Mulloy, coach, Patty Second Row: Patty Spitz, Christie Lind, Pam McNally, Debbie Trzaska. Wilczynski, Joe Starkey, coach, Susan Spitz, Varsity Baseball Hammond High MHS 7 OPP 4 Hammond High 19 3 E.C. Washington 1 4 West Side 26 1 Chesterton 9 3 Gary Roosevelt 8 2 Andrean 8 5 Hammond Baptist 10 0 LaPorte 4 1 Andrean 8 5 Portage 9 2 M.C. Rogers 3 7 Hobart 12 1 Valparaiso 3 9 Crown Point 2 9 Crown Point 9 4 Chesterton 2 0 M.C. Rogers 1 0 Valparaiso 11 9 North Newton 13 0 LaPorte 1 4 Rensselear 3 1 Rensselear 13 3 Portage 2 6 Hobart 6 10 Highland 10 3 Hammond Clark 11 5 Hammond Clark 3 2 Bishop Noll 11 4 JV Baseball Chesterton MHS 5 OPP 4 Crown Point 3 1 LaPorte 0 4 M.C. Rogers 7 3 Portage 4 0 Valparaiso 9 5 Chesterton 22 8 M.C. Rogers 4 1 Andrean 17 6 LaPorte 2 4 Valparaiso 8 9 Portage 4 0 Andrean 13 7 Hobart 4 12 “This season was very ex- citing. We had a lot of experience to help us out and the un- derclassmen did a great job when called upon.’’ Ken Haupt, senior A perfect bunt was laid down by Jett Howard, senior. He was given the pportunity for a ■Jiiniq gjympi cs tr yout. . BASEBALL •A. - ' V. photos Kawicki 124 Mark Krutz, junior, shows his winning form as Ray Govert, senior, anticipates the oncoming he pitches against Valparaiso. pitch. BASEBALL Player’s experience contributes to winning season for MHS The varsity boys baseball team had a remarkable year. They used the exper- ience they had to achieve a sectional title. Ken Haupt, senior, stated, This season was very exciting. We had a lot of exper- ience to help us out and the underclass- men did a great job when called upon. The team got off to a quick start by defeating Hammond High twice in a dou- ble header. They then lost to East Chica- go Washington. After this loss, they came on strong and won their next eight games before losing to Michigan City Rogers. Included in these wins was a victory against LaPorte. LaPorte is always tough in baseball, and at the time the Pirates beat them, they were ranked in the top ten in the state. Midway through the season, MHS de- feated Hobart by the score of 12-1, but they then lost to Valparaiso in extra in- nings. The Pirates then split a double header with Crown Point. Starting with the second Crown Point game, the Pi- rates got hot again and won their next eight games. Next, MHS lost two games before win- ning their last five games. Ray Govert, senior, commented, “We had a much better year than expected. Haupt led the team in pitching during the regular season with a 9-2 record. He had help from Govert and Craig Kosac, seniors, and Mark Krutz, Corky Kersteff, and Mark Schmidt, juniors. Jeff Howard, senior, led the team in batting. His batting average was .413. Because of this outstanding statistic, Howard was given a tryout for the AAU Junior Olympic team. Scott Jenks, senior, followed close behind with a .372 aver- age. Dan French, junior, summed up the sea- son by saying, We had ups and downs, but overall we had a successful season. Jeff St. Germain, junior, also agreed. He stated, The injuries which occurred dur- ing the season affected the team a lot. — Shari Moore Varsity Baseball — Front Row: Bob Moore, Bill Metcalf, coach, Ed Puskar, Craig Kosac, Gary Conn, and Christie Irwin, managers. Tom Martin, Mike Shayotovich, Dan French, Second Row: Ray Govert, Steve Wilczynski, Rob Brian Reeves, Corky Kersteff, Mark Krutz, Tim Zolcka, Scott Jenks, Jeff St. Germain, Mark Riese. Schmidt, Jeff Howard, Ken Haupt. Back Row: JV Baseball — Front Row: Chuck Tipton, Dan Dan Burns, Chris Tobias, Larry Lopez, Fenton Jenks, Brett St. Germain, Jeff Law, Gary Conn, Mackey, coach, Chris Cochran, Scott manager, Chris Kerulis, Randy Wyllie, Brian Rosenbalm, Steve Kish, Rod 125 Singer, Dave Scott. Back Row: Steve Sivanich, Chiabai. BASEBALL Eubank wins 2nd in state; new coach leads girls 8-3 “The practices were hard at times, but you need to work hard to do well. Although the weather was cold, the boys still worked hard.” Ron Maihofer, junior Girls Track MHS OPP Andrean 55 54 Portage 58 51 Chesterton 49 60 Lake Station 85 23 Bishop Noll 69 40 Gavit 57.5 47.5 Munster 57.5 32 LaPorte 66 47 Rogers 90 19 Lake Central 39 70 Hobart 57 52 Valparaiso 47 62 Boys Track MHS OPP Griffith 82 77 Hobart 82 38 T.F. South 82 19 Andrean 100 27 Roosevelt 38 89 Portage 72 55 Chesterton 68 59 Valparaiso 38 89 LaPorte 95 32 Hobart 69 58 126 TRACK MHS track teams boosted successful seasons in ' 84. The boys track team finished with only two losses. Ron Maihofer, junior, commented, The practices were hard at times, but you need to work hard to do well. Although the weather was cold, the boys still worked hard.” Dave Kierzkowski, senior, stated, “We didn ' t have many returning people from last year, but we excelled.” The team was divided into different groups, but Mark Dimitri, Carl Tully and Brian Curcio, seniors, were essential lead- ers, according to Laffey Armontrout, coach. Individually, Neil Eubank, junior, won 2nd at state in the shot put after holding the state best throw throughout the sea- Girls Track — Front Row: Shari Sullivan, Chris Braun, Wendy Eaton, Renee Mischler, Chris Cunningham, Robin Sanko, Janet Stewart. Second Row: Ann Elliot, Sonya Hytche, Deanean Gallo, Mary Naumoski, Stecy Plesha, De De Knop, Janet Jasin. Third Row: Cari Zueleger, Amy Roberts, Diane Metcalf, Michelle Sikula, Lisa Olejnik, Brenda Hippie, Robin son. Also, the girls had an outstanding track season. There were many changes from past years including coaching changes. The girls proved their excellence. Robin Wade, senior, stated, Even though having a new coach was hard to adjust to, we still did very well.” Lyle Stoelting took the position of head coach. According to Jack Neuliep, coach, captains Kim Schulz and Janet Jason, seniors, were the leaders of the team. Outstanding times of 12.4 in the 100 meter and 26.4 in the 200 meter events were set by Deneane Gallo, sophomore. Jason, senior, commented, The team was close and worked well with the coaches. — Butty Palvas Benson, Amy Giodano. Fourth Row: Lyle Stoelting, coach, Michelle Zakatansky, Jill Giordano, Karen Ector, Chris Figueroa, Gail Jolesky, Diana Mirich, Heidi Yonker, Sheri Guernsey, Toni Miller, coach. Back Row: Jack Neuliep, coach, Chris Daniel, Laura Vrtikapa, Regan Plesha, Kim Scholz, Chris Reynolds, Carole Stanik, Robin Wade, Lori Funder. With a look of determination, Neil Eubank, junior, wins the shot put event. Eubank went on to win the state title. Clearing the bar, Dave Kierzkowski, senior, excells in the pole vault. Kawicki Boys Track — Front Row: Scott Henderson, Brian Kresik, Ed Yonker, Ron Maihofer, Joe Jamrock, Chip Ashley, Mike Mesarch. Second Row: Wally Mucha, Chris Miller, Chris Weiser, Brian Curcio, Craig Parker, Brad Curcio, John Cuzman. Third Row: Tim Beird, Gregg Schuster, Neil Eubank, Darrin DeBoy, Mike Demakas, Dennis Bunda, Mike Machia. Fourth Row: Bud Belanger, coach, Mark Dimitri, Dave Kierzkowski, Carl Tully, Bill Gornick, Dan Bellovary, Jim Dimitri, Lafey Armontrout, coach. Back Row: Kevin Perryman, coach, Dan Gojmerac, Dave Megier, Dan Steininger, Sean Dougherty, Larry Kacmar, Rich Hernandez, Fred Summers. 127 TRACK Watch us make new friends Watch us. We are the students of MHS. This is the place where we will make friendships and memories to last us a lifetime. Many new friendships were started at Sopho- more Orientation, at which juniors and seniors welcomed new sopho- mores to MHS. Lisa Funder, sopho- more, commented, I got to meet a lot of new peo- ple at Sophomore Orien- tation, and the first day of school was a lot of famil- iar faces which made things a lot easier. Students show their friendships in many ways. One of the most popular is sharing lockers. We have about five people in our locker. We ' re a little bit jammed, but it ' s more convenient and you get to see your friends during the day more if you all have to come to the same locker between classes, ex- plained Mandy Leposky, senior. Many students are faced with the problem of having their brothers or sisters in school with them. However, Theresa Berger, senior, stated, It ' s not a problem at all having my sister here in school with me. I think it brings us closer because we have a lot of same friends. Watch us! Making up a history test is Dale Niemeyer, junior. Krissy Perez, sophomore, studies her math assignment. Enjoying the football game are Jane Chentnik and Meiisa Henrichs, seniors. Helping students with computers is Tom Peller, computer teacher. 129 PEOPLE “Our senior year proved to be a year of growth and achievement’’ Rod Urbano, Senior Class Treasurer Senior Class Officers — Front Row: Brian Curcio, vice president; Mark Dimitri, president. Back Row: Dawn Spiroff, secretary; Rod Urbano, treasurer. Class ol ' 64 Kawicki Terry Abney. Becky Adams — Choir 9; FHA 10; Spanish Club 12. Mary Aeschliman — Choir 9 Denise Anderson — Cheerleading 9; Choir 9. 10. 11. Powder Puff 10. 11. Desiree Baehler — Band 9. Basketball 9; Earth Science Club 12. officer 12; German 10; Powder Puff 10. Softball 9, 10 Tina Balash — Pep Club 11. 12; French Club 12. Mark Balazs — Basketball 9. 10. Jerry Bandy — Honor Society 11, 12 ! 130 SENIORS Brian Bardeson — Football 1, 11. 12. Track 9; Wrestling 10. 11. 12 Debbie Barnes. Cindy Bartman — Choir 9 Anthony Bartrom — Choir 9. 10. 11, 12; Creative Arts 9. 10. 11. 12. Mark Bateman — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Kevin Bell — J.V Basketball 10. 11; Choir 9. Football 10. 11. 12; M- Club 12 Lance Bella — Band 9. 10, 11. 12. Chess Club 9. Football 9. 10; Orchestra 9. 12. Track 9 Darryl Benn ett. Theresa Kathleen Berger — Choir 9, Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10. 11. 12; OEA Club secretary 12; Operation Pride Big Sister 11, 12. Bob Berry. Michele Bes — Newspaper 9; Pep Club 9; Pom Pons 9 Donald Bianco — A V Club 11. 12. Choir 9. 10. 11. 12. Football 9. German Club 11. 12; Review 11. 12. Ron Bianco. Ed Bish. Lisa Mae Bonich — Powder Puff 10, 11. 12 Charlotte Borrmann — Choir 10. 11. 12 Mark Boyd — Orchestra 9. 10. 11. 12 Catherine Braun — Cross Country Manager 11 Christine Braun — Cross Country 10. 11. Captain 12 Kathleen Brooks — Orchestra 9. 10. 11. 12. Spanish Club 10. 11. Yearbook 9 131 SENIORS Carin Brown. Richard Brown. Thomas Brown — Football 10, 11, 12. Track 9 Angela Burger — Creative Arts 11. FHA 12. Quest Club 12 . Chris Burke — Football 9 Robert Burke. Brian Cacic — French Club 10. 11. 12. M-Club 12; Swimming 9. 10. 11. 12; Track 9. 10 David Cacic — Chess Club 9. Newspaper 9; Track 9. Randall Cain. Angie Canchola — Basketball 9; Choir 9. 10, 11. 12; Fall Play 10; Pom Pons 12; Powder Puff 10. 11; Review 11. 12; Spanish Club 10. Thespians 11, 12; Vocalteens 11, 12 Suzanna Canchola — Choir 9, 10. 11. 12. Pep Club 9. Pom Pons 12; Powder Puff 10. 11; Spanish Club 10. 11 Paul Cambell. Nancy Carlson — Fall Play 10. 11. 12. French Club 10, 11. 12; Pom Pons 9. 11. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12; Review 10. 11. 12; Thespians 11. 12 Chris Carniello — Spanish Club 10 Lisa Carrigan — Powder Puff 11. 12 Michelle Carrillo — Choir 9; Powder Puff 12; Spanish Club 10. 11. Student Council 9 Wendy Carter — OEA 12 Leslie Cazangiu. Jeff Chadd. Dawn Chambers. 132 SENIORS Claudia Chase — French Club 10. 11; Honor Society 11, 12; Powder Puff 12; Volleyball 9 Jane Chentnik. Bridget Chiabai — Choir 9; Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10. 11. 12. Angela Christo — Band 9. 10. 11. 12; M-Club 11. 12, Spanish Club 10; Thespians 11, 12. Becky Christoff — Choir 9; OEA 12 Dan Christy. Chris Cimbaljevich — A.V Club 9; Choir 9. Track 10. Cynthia E. Collie — Choir 11. 12; Powder Puff 12; Quest Club 10, 12. Amy Cook — Golf 11. 12. Powder Puff 10. Mike Coppess. Joe Coto — FEA 10. 11; Quest Club 12; Review 10. 11. 12; Spring Play 10,11 ,12; Thespians 10. 11. 12. Track 9, 10. Ron Crabtree. Class ol ' 84 For many MHS students their senior year was a time to set new goals and begin planning for the future. The 84” senior class, though, was struck with a plague that hit epidemic levels. Even though the medical profession has not recognized this disease, it has been named “senioritis” by most MHS stu- dents. Seniority in simple terms means day- dreaming in class, note writing to friends and a time to doodle instead of study. By the time the second semester comes around. MHS students have had it with homework, studying, exams and es- pecially teachers. Daydreaming is the most common pasttime in the classroom. Nikki Yonker, senior, stated that I al- ways daydream about getting that high school diploma in my hand.” Andy Sakes, senior, thought about the past and how fast time has gone by. Many students dream about their fu- ture, their boyfriends and girlfriends and. what they will be doing once the week- end finally rolls around. Kathie Stanley, senior, dreams about going to college and making new friends. Unfortunately the only cure for senioritis is less homework, no tests and more un- derstanding teachers. Andre Dubois, junior, managed to sum up the attitudes of most seniors. Andre said that after 13 years of studying ever since kindergarten your mind gets burned out because of all the studying you had to do. — Vicky Tsampis ‘Senioritis’ epidemic spreads to MHS seniors in mid-winter 133 SENIORS “I had no other means of knowing where I was or what I was doing, so I learned the concept of trust.” Jennifer Thompson, Senior During a trust walk in Quest, Jennifer Thompson, and Darryl Bennet, seniors, show their confidence in one another. Kawicki Class ol Sf Chris Crowder — Cross Country 9, 10; Track 9. 12 Willie Cruz — Band 9. 10; Baseball 9; Football 9, Spanish Club 10; Track 9; Wrestling 9, 10. 11. 12 Brian Curcio — Football 9. 10. 11. 12; Flonor Society 11, 12; M-Club 10. 11. 12; Student Council 9. 12. Track 9. 10. 11. 12. Paula Daniel — Choir 9. Toby Darkins — Honor Society 11. 12; Student Council 12. Tennis 9, 10. 11. 12 Tom D ' Asto — Baseball 9, 10. 11. 12; Football 9. 10. 12; Homecoming Court (Basketball) 10; Honor Society 11. 12 Kendra DeCheske — Gymnastics 9, 10. M- Club 10 John DeSatnick. David DeStefano — Chess Club 9; Football Manager 10. 11. 12; Review 12 Lori Dlan — Basketball 9, 10; Choir 9. 10. 11. M-Club 10. 11; Student Council 12; Swimming 9, 10. 11. 12 Mark Dimitri — Honor Society 12; Student Council 11. 12; Boys Track 9. 10. 11. 12. Class Vice President 10. 11; Class President 12. David Dobrowski — Baseball 9; Football 9; Wrestling 9, 10. 134 SENIORS Michelle Domazet — Golf 9. Sean Dougherty — Football 10. 11, 12. Track 9. 10. 11, 12 Becky Drakis — Creative Arts 9. Flag Corps 10; Golf 10. Spanish Club 12. Sunshine Society 10, 11, 12; Key Club 11 Jeani Dudak — Cheerleading 9; Choir 9. Flomecoming Court (Basketball) 10. Pom Pons 12; Powder Puff 11; Student Council 10. 11. Ilija Dukic — Chess Club 9, 10. Jennifer Duncan — Basketball 9, 10; Choir 9, 10. 11. French Club 10. 11; Volleyball 9, 10. 11, 12 Warren Eckels — Chess Club 10; Earth Science Club 10. 11. officer 12; Flonor Society 11. 12; Spanish Club 10, 11. 12. Speech and Debate Team 10.11 Susanna Eibel — Choir 9; Spanish Club 10. 11, 12, Student Council 9; Yearbook 12; Quill and Scroll 12. Margaret Eich — Choir 9, 10. 11. 12; Earth Science Club 11, 12; Newspaper 9; Pep Club 9. 12; Quest Club 11, 12. Yearbook 9. Big Sister 10. 11, 12. School Mascot 12 Herb Elea. Denise Emery — Basketball 9. Flonor Society 11. 12. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12. Softball 10. Spanish Club 9. 10. 11; Volleyball 9 Sharon Ervin . Laurell Evans — Gymnastics 10; M- Club secretary 11; Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10; Quill and Scroll 11, president 12; Yearbook 12. OEA historian 12; Big Sister 12. Kostas Evdoklou. Mary Grace Faitz — Newspaper 9 Dawne Falk. Patty Fargo — Band 9. 10. 11. Flonor Society 11, 12. Pom Pons 10. 11. 12; Prom Court 1 1 . Swimming 9. Yearbook 9 Scott Feneck — German Club 10, 11. officer 12; Track 10 Pam Fiacable — Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10, 12. Kevin Fitzgerald — Band 9. 10. 11. Chess Club 11. 12; Orchestra 9 135 SENIORS Jim Flannery — Chess Club 9. 10, 11, 12; Track 11 Susan Flauding — Powder Puff 10, 11. 12. Volleyball 9. Robert Fox. Elizabeth Francis. Christine Franz — Basketball 9. Powder Puff 10. 11; Softball 9. 10; Student Council 11. vice president 12; Volleyball 9; Yearbook 12. Big Sister 11 Tim Franz. Patty Freeman — FHA 12 Ray Fricke. Kathy Froman — Basketball 9; Fall Play 10; German Club 10. 11; Pep Club 10. 11. 12; Powder Puff 10, 11. Review 10. Volleyball 9 Tom Gaillas — Soccer 10, 11. 12. Julie Galoozis. Al Garcia — Football 9; Soccer 11. Spanish Club 10. officer 12; Track 9; Wrestling 9. 10. 11. 12. John Gawrysiak. Robert Gard. Martin Geary — Football 9. 10, 11. 12. Boys Track 9, 10. 12 Kathrina Geib — Powder Puff 12 Annette Gerlach — Choir 9. Creative Arts 11. German Club 10. 11; Pep Club 9 Marilyn Gill — Basketball 9; Powder Puff 11. 12. Volleyball 9, 10 Lori Gemeinhart — M-Club 10; Powder Puff 11. Swimming 9, 10. 12 Amy Giordano — Choir 9. M-Club 9. 10; Powder Puff 12. Swimming 9. 10. 11. 12. Track 9, 10 . 11 . 136 SENIORS Individual lockers reveal coats, books, personalities Cartoons from favorite magazines and newspapers. Gentlemen’s Quarterly centerfolds. Pictures of best friends. These things and many more can be seen on the inside doors of student ' s lock- ers. Most people I know decorate their lockers. said Jennifer Thompson, senior, “and I think they do this to make them- selves feel more ' at home ' during the school day. I don ' t think sophomores decorate as much as juniors and seniors, added Kim Peters, senior. The locker decorating doesn ' t cause a problem with the administration or staff. Tom Herbert, assistant principal, said. Students are expected to keep their lockers in good condition, but I haven ' t had to remove any decorations from a student ' s locker. Helen Moravskil, Custodian, said, We clean out the lockers at the end of each year, but a student may leave a note asking that their decorations not be re- moved. Peters said, I think that locker deco- rating is a fun and enjoyable way for stu- dents to brighten up their day at school. — Susanna Eibel Jett Kontor’s locker in the senior hallway was often seen decorated. Robin O’Deen, junior, always encouraged a victory for every basketball game with posters, balloons and food. Kawlcki C lass ol ftj Jill Giordano — Choir 9. 10. 11. 12. Swimming 9, 10, 11, 12; Track 9, 10, 11. 12 Kris Glatz — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Basketball 9. 10. 11. Orchestra 12 Terry Gose — Chess Club 11. 12 Ray Govert — Baseball 9. 10, 11, 12. Basketball 9, Spanish Club 10, 11 Laura Graeber. Steve Grantham. Christy Green — Choir 9; Powder Puff 10, 12. Robert Green. Kimberly Greene — Golf 11. 12. Steve Greene — Track 9. 10 Nancy Gress — Gymnastics 9, 10. 11, 12; M-Club 10. Powder Puff 11. Starla Griggs. 137 SENIORS Bernadtte Guanjuato — Football Statistician 12. Football Manager 12. Eddie Gunajuato. Jorge Guerreo — Band 9 Caroline Guip — Cheerleading 9. Choir 9; M-Club 10. 11. 12. Pom Pons 11. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12. Spanish Club 10. 11: Student Council 11. Tennis 9, 10. 11. 12; Class Secretary 10. 11. Karen Haag. Earl Hafner — Basketball 9. Football 9 Irene Halkias — Choir 9; Spanish Club 10. officer 11. 12. Student Council 12. Volleyball 9 Dawn Joell Halsted — Cheerleading 9, 10. 11. Choir 9; Homecoming Court (Basketball) 10, Queen 12. Homecoming Court (Football) 12; Powder Puff 10. 12; Prom Court 11. Karin Haraburdo — Choir 9. Powder Puff 10. 12. Tennis 10. 11. 12; French Club 10 Mark Harding — 9. 10. 12 Tony Haines. Mike Hamady — A.V. Club 9. 12. Class ol 64 Wrestler Scott Mundell, senior, takes charge of his opponent at the conference wrestling meet. Scott eventually went to Indianapolis and claimed the state title In the 119 lb. weight division. “After going down state two years in a row, and not placing, my goal was to win the state championship.” — Scott Mundell, Senior 138 SENIORS Kawicki Cheryl Hardt — Choir 9. 10. 11. 12; Fall Play 10. Honor Society 11. 12; Review 10. 11, 12; Spring Play 10. 11 12. Student Council 9. Thespians 10. 11. officer 12. French Club 10. 11. Chris Hargrove — Choir 9. Football 9 Mike Harms. James Harney. Ken Hartmann. Ken Haupt — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Baseball 9. 10. 11. 12; Basketball 9. 10. Football 9. 10. 11. 12. German Club 11. Orchestra 10, 11. 12. Review 11, 12; Student Council 9. Track 9 Roger Heiser — Boys Track 9. Melisa Henrichs — Girls Basketball 9. 10. Pom Pons 9. Softball 10. Volleyball 9. 10. 11. 12. David Henry — Football 9. 10. 11; Honor Society 11. 12. Spanish Club 9 10. Tabby Hicks — Basketball 9. Volleyball 9. 10. 11 Tim Higgins. Mark Hines — Baseball 9 Teresa Hirjak. Ronda Horton — FHA 12. Jeffrey Howard — Baseball 10. 11. Basketball 10. Ken Hudecek — Golf 9. 10. Barbara Huddleston — Choir 9. FHA officer 12 Jeffery L. Hummel — A.V. Club 12; Orchestra 9. 10. 11. 12; Swimming 10. 11. Track 11. Wrestling 9. Traci Irwin — Basketball 9, 10. Choir 9, 10. 11; Pom Pons 9. Volleyball 9, 10, 11. Jacquelyn Jaksa — Pom Pons 9. Powder Puff 10. Prom Court 11; Prom Queen 11; Quest Club 1 1 . 139 SENIORS Janet Jasin — FHA 12; Newspaper 9; Pom Pons 9. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12; Track 11. 12 Lisa Jedynak — Choir 9. 10; Volleyball 9. Scott Jenks — Baseball 9,10. 11. 12; Basketball 9; Football 9. 10. Vicki Jewell — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Creative Arts 11, 12; Flag Corps 10, 11. 12. Powder Puff 12. Quest Club 11. 12. Review 12. Sunshine Society 12; Drama Club 12 Richard Jimenez — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Creative Arts 10. Fall Play 10. 11; Quest Club 11. 12. Review 11; Spring Play 10. 11. Thespians 11, 12. Track 9, 10 Branko Jocic — Basketball 10. 11, 12; Football 11. 12; Soccer 9, 10. 11, 12. Newspaper 12 Carey Johnson — Band 9. 10, 11, 12; Pom Pons 9. 10. 11. 12. Dan Jones. Tim Joyce. Anastasia Karas. Greg Karras — Class President 11; Honor Society Society 11, officer 12; M- Club 12. Student Council 12. Wrestling 9 Marla Kaser — Cheerleading 9, 10. 11. Choir 9. Pep Club 9. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12. Softball 10; Student Council 9. Tennis 11. James Kaurich — Football Manager 12; Newspaper 9; Spanish Club 11. Diving 11. 12; Yearbook 9. John Kepshire — Baseball 9. Danette Kerns — OEA 12. David Kierzkowski — Cross Country 9. 10; M-Club 10; Swimming 11; Track 9, 10. 11, 12; Yearbook 12. Min S. Kim. Katherine Kimberling. Jessie M. King — Choir 9, 10. 11. 12. Spring Play 11, 12; Thespians 11, 12; OEA President 12. Doug Klinger. 140 SENIORS Students make Y W Drive-In ‘hot spot’ for summer fun One of the most popular summertime activiies in Merrillville is going to the Drive- In. The Y W is a bright spot in the town, which can often be somewhat dull. The Y W opens in the spring and closes in late fall. It ' s really fun to see all my friends at the Drive-In, said Jennifer Thompson, senior, because in the summer you don ' t see people as often as you do during school. Dawn Nicolich, senior, said, ”1 like going to the Drive-In because it gives me a chance to relax and have fun with all my friends. Going to the Y W is a great way to spend a summer night. I like walking around with my friends and talking to ev- eryone, said Cindy Lamfalusi, senior. “The baseball team likes to go there during spring break while everyone else is in Florida, said Ray Govert, senior. The Drive-In really adds a lot of summer fun for MHS students. “I have a great time there, said Thompson, and our sum- mers wouldn ' t be nearly as exciting as they are if we didn ' t have the Y W. — Susanna Eibel Class ol 6f Myshelle L. Knopf — Honor Society 11, 12 Brian Kolozenske. Jeff Kontor — Basketball 9, 10, 11. 12; Spanish Club 10 Elizabeth Kormos — Cheerleading 9. Choir 9; Powder Puff 10. 11. Prom Court 11; Student Council 10, 11. Class Treasurer 10, 11 . Craig Kosac — Baseball 10. 11, 12, Football 10. 11, 12; Basketball Homecoming Court 10, 11. 12; Basketball Homecoming King 10, 11, 12; Prom Court 11 Eli Kostur — Honor Society 11, Soccer 10, 11. Irene Kourtseis — Earth Science Club 12. Honor Society 11, 12, Spanish Club 10, 11, officer 12. Anna Kouskousakis. Kristine Kouvelas — Choir 9; Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Yearbook 12 Susan Kozak — Honor Society 11, 12; Orchestra 9, 10, 11. 12; Pep Club 9; Pom Pons 9, 12, Spanish Club 10, 11, 12; Tennis 10, 11; Volleyball 10 Joanne Krasich. Dan Krecik. 141 SENIORS “I think the Homecoming pep session was great. Everyone got involved and were all fired up. This year all the classes seemed to participate besides just the Senior and Junior classes, like it has been in the past.” Annette Thompson, Senior Kawicki Class ol ' 64 Kathy Krol — French Club 10. 11, Honor Society 11, 12. Volleyball 9. Jagada Krstanovski — Spanish Club 10. 11 Linda Kruppa. Jim Kubiak — Football 9. Phil Labash — A V Club 11; Football 9. German Club 11. 12. Honor Society 11. 12; Review 11 Jeff LaCoss — Track 11 Ron Lagenoek — Band 9, 10. 11; FEA 12. Newspaper 9. 10. 11. 12. Quill Scroll 11. 12. Yearbook 9. 11 Richard LaMarca — Fall Play 11, Football 9. Pep Club 10, 11. 12; Review 12; Track 9. 10, 11. Rhonda Lamb. Cynthia Lamfalusi — French Club 11, 12; Homecoming Queen (Football) 12, Honor Society 11. 12. Pom Pons 9, 10. 11. 12; Track 9, 10. 11 Christel Laser. Robin Layman — Basketball 9. Choir 9. French Club 10; Powder Puff 10. 11; Student Council 10, 11. 142 SENIORS Krista Lea — FHA 12; German Club 11; Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 12. Joanna Lear — Choir 9. 10; Fall Play 10; Gymnastics 9, 10; M-Club 10; Powder Puff 10. 11. 12. Damon LeKar — Golf 9. Pep Club 10. Mandy Leposky — Flomecoming Court (Basketball) 11. M-Club 10. 11. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12; Track 9. 10. Bill Lewin — Baseball 9. 10; Football 9. Track 9 Chuck Liapes — Basketball 9. Football 9. 10. Janice Lilly — Basketball 9. 10. 11. 12; M- Club 12; Powder Puff 12; Spanish Club 10, 11; Yearbook 12. Quill and Scroll 12 Steve Lockhart — Football 9. Golf 9. 10. 12. Karl Loesch — Football 9, 10; Wresling 9. 10 Ed Lopez. Tomi Lovely — Choir 9. Pep Club 12. Quest Club 11. 12; Spring Play 10. Paul Lozanoski — Baseball 9; Basketball 9. 10. Football 9, 10. 11. 12; Flonor Society 11. 12; Soccer 10, 11, 12; Track 9. Dave Luebke. Tim Luptak — Creative Arts 1 1 . Earth Science Club 12. Newspaper 10. Orchestra 9. 10. 11. 12 Robert Luttinen. Diane Luytgarden — Choir 9; Powder Puff Football 11. 12; Spanish Club 10. 11. Lisa Magee. Charles Mahaffey — Band 9. Wrestling 9. 10. 11. 12. Tina Mains — Spanish Club 10. Sunshine Society 10 Millie Majstorovich — Choir 9, 10. 11. Powder Puff 10. 11. 143 SENIORS Lisa Maletta — FHA 12. John Malocha — Baseball 9. Basketball 9; Spanish Club 10. Beth Manoski — Pom Pons 9. Powder Puff 10, 11. Spanish Club 10, 11. Diane Mirich — Choir 10, 12. Cross Country 12. FEA 12; Pep Club 10. 12. Girls Track 12. Creative Arts 12. Debbie Marino — FHA; Orchestra 9. 10, 11. 12. Sunshine Society 10. 11. 12. Yearbook 9 George Marks — Band 9, 10. Football 9; Flonor Society 11. 12. M-Club 11. 12. Spanish Club 11; Swimming 9. 10. 11. 12. Track 9 Suzanne Martin — Powder Puff 10. 11; Spanish Club 10. Volleyball 9 Greg Mason. Fernie Martinez — Band 9. Cross Country 9. 10. 11, 12; Track 9, 10. 11. 12 Darrin Mattingly. Sarah McAnally — Gymnastics 10. 11. 12. M-Club 11; Pom Pons 9. Powder Puff 10. 11. Track 10 Donna McBrayer — Band 9. 10. 11. 12; Creative Arts 11. 12. Orchestra 12. Fred McCann — Football 9 Annette McCowan. Bill McCoy — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Boys Basketball Manager and Statistician 9; Fall Play 10. 11. 12; Pep Club 11, officer 12; Quest Club 10. 11, officer 12; Review 10, 11, 12. Spring Play 10. 11, 12. Thespians 10. 11. 12. School Mascot 12 Bill McEllis. David McKee. Patricia McNally — Basketball 10. 11. 12; M-Club 10; Softball 9. 10. 11. 12 Mike Meschede — Basketball 10, 11, 12. Golf 9. 10. 11; M-Club 11; Prom Court 11 David Metcalf. 144 SENIORS Riots over ‘Cabbage Patch’ dampens Christmas spirit Talking to any children about what they wanted from Santa for Christmas brought one sure answer — a Cabbage Patch doll. The Cabbage Patch doll craze went into full swing around Christmastime, and stores could not keep enough in stock for the eager customers. People stood in line for hours, sometimes with knives and baseball bats, just to have a chance at getting one of the dolls. Eugene Talmadge, economics teach- er, said, “The Cabbage Patch doll craze is a great moneymaker for the doll ' s mak- ers. It demonstrates our capitalistic sys- tem. “Anyone who can get one is lucky, said Diane Ramuscak, senior, “because you can ' t find them anywhere, and it seems like everyone wants one. Greg Karras, senior, said, “The hype raised over Cabbage Patch dolls is hardly proportional to their quality. “The Cabbage Patch dolls are really not that cute, said David Dobrowski, senior, “but all the publicity has made them very popular. — Susanna Elbel A popular consumer item, the Cabbage Patch Doll, attracted the attention of people of all ages in 1984. Class ol 64 Joanne Meznarlck. Rudy Mlhelic. Debbie Mihok — Cheerleading 9, 11, 12; Choir 9. Pep Club officer 9. Powder Puff 10, 11, 12. French Club 10, 11, president 12 Faith Mikulka — Choir 9; FHA officer 12. Review 10 . Wallace Ermon Miles. Nada Miljkovic — Chess Club 10. Creative Arts 11, officer 11, Fall Play 10. 11. Powder Puff 10. Review 10. 11. French Club 10. 11. 12; Review Student Director 1 1 Chris Miller - Track 10, 11, 12 Jeffrey A. Miller Football 9, 10. 11. 12. M-Club 11. Neil Miller — Football 10. 11. 12. Golf 11. 12. Joe Miskuf. Chris Modglin — Spanish Club 12. Michelle Mokol — Cheerleading 9 Gymnastics 11. captain 12. Powder Puff 10. 145 SENIORS “I was very surprised to win because I really didn’t expect it, But I was very honored.” Dawn Halsted, Senior Moments after winning Basketball Homecoming King and Queen honors, Craig Kosac and Dawn Halsted, seniors, hug each other during halftime ceremonies. Kawicki — C lass ol ' 64 Kimberly A. Moore — Choir 9. 10, 11; Powder Puff 10 Shari Lynne Moore — Basketball 9, 10. 11, 12; Honor Society 11. officer 12; M-Club 11. 12; Softball 10; Student Council 9. 10. 11. officer 12; Yearbook 12; Quill and Scroll 12 David Mriscln — Football 10. 11. 12; Wrestling 9. 10. 11. 12 Sheri Lynn Mummey — Pep Club Officer 9; Powder Puff 11. 12; OEA Club 12. Scott Mundell — M-Club 10. 11. 12; Wrestling 9, 10. 11. 12. Glory Murray — Fall Play 10. 11; FHA 12; Powder Puff 10, 12. Quest Club 12; Spring. Play 10, 11. 12; Sunshine Society 11. Society Officer 12. Thespians 10. 11. 12. Yearbook 12. Jim Nawrocki — Spanish Club 12. Wrestling 9. Christopher P. Nealon — Tennis 9, 10 , 11 . 12 . Dawn Nicholich — Basketball 9. Choir 9; Spanish Club 10; Tennis 11. Diane Niksch — French Club 9. 10. 11. 12 John Nixon. Sheri Nixon — Honor Society 12. 146 SENIORS Jeanne Novoa. Debbie Novreske. Sherri Nuzzo — Basketball 9; Choir 9. Pep Club 9. Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10. Tim Ochoa. Jeff Ogiego — Football 10. 11, 12. Jeff Olejnik. Maria Olivadoti — Band 9, 10. 11. 12. Flag Corps 11. 12; Spanish Club 10. 11 Kathy Oliver — Choir 9. 10. 11. 12. Pep Club 9. 10. 11; Powder Puff 12; Thespians 11. 12. Michael Oliver — Football 9,10. 11, 12 William J. Oljace — Chess Club 9. Robert Otano. Dean Off — Basketball 9, 10; Football 9. 10, 11. 12 . Cynthia L. Owen — Choir 9; Pep Club 12. Pom Pons 9. Powder Puff 10, 11. Quest Club 12. Spanish Club 11. Speech and Debate Team 12. Stephen M. Padgett — Chess Club 9. Elizabeth Palvas — Cheerleading 9, 10. 11. 12. Choir 9. 10; Honor Society 11. 12; Pep Club 9. Powder Puff 10. 11. 12; Spanish Club 11. Student Council 10. Yearbook 12. Kandy Papageorge — Choir 9. 10. 11; Honor Society 11, 12; Powder Puff 10. 11; OEA 12. Nick Pappas — Honor Society 12; Spanish Club 11. Student Council 9, 12. Track 9; Wrestling 10. 11. 12. Craig Parker — Cross Country 12. Football 9. Track 9. 12. Julie Parlock — Choir 9. Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10. 11. Track 10 Marco Paschia. 147 SENIORS Angela Passaloukos — Spanish Club 9. 10. 11 Shari Patterson. Dave Pearson. Kathl Pederson — Band 9, 10. 11. 12. Key Club 11. 12. Flag Corps 10. 11. 12. Girls Golf 9, 10. 11, 12; Orchestra 9. Ferdinando Perez. Kim Peters. Jett Petroff — Basketball 9; Honor Society 11, 12 Rade Petrovich. Larry Peyton — Football 10; Track 10. Wrestling 9 Joe Pienta — Baseball 9, 10. Basketball 9. 10, 11. 12; Boys State 11; Football 9. Honor Society 11, 12. M-Club 11; Spanish Club 11, 12 Steve Plontek. Sam Plumer. Vesna Pokrajac — French Club 11, 12 Nanci Poling — Cheerleading 9, 10, 11, 12; Choir 9. Spanish Club 10. 1 1 ; Student Council 9, French Club 10. 11, 12 Connie Popa — Powder Puff 11; Spanish Club 10 Steve Popp. Peter Porter — Football 9. Wrestling 9. 10 Sue Poturalski — Pom Pons 9; Spanish Club 10 Robert Press — Basketball 11 Karen Procopi. • J y J 148 SENIORS Kathy Pruzin — Band 9. Joan E. Puntlllo — Choir 9, 10. 11, 12; Honor Society 11, 12; Pom Pons 9, 10, 11; Thespians 10, 11. 12, Track 9. French Club 10 Edward K. Puskar — Baseball 9. 10 Leonard D. Pysh — Band 9. 10, 11, 12; Honor Society 11. 12; Orchestra 9. 10, 11, 12; Student Council 10, 11, 12; French Club 10, 11 . Ron Rakos — A.V. Club 9. John Ramsey — Football 9. Diane Ramuscak — Choir 9; M-Club 12; Pep Club 9, Pom Pons 9, 10, 11, 12; Quest Club 11; Spanish Club 10. 11; Student Council 9 Kathleen Randham. Cindy Reder — Choir 9. Laurie Reinhart — Basketball 9; Choir 9. 10. 11. 12; Fall Play 10; Pom Pons 9, 10; Powder Puff 11, 12; Review 10, 11. 12; Spring Play 10, 12; Student Council 10. 12; Thespians 10, 11. 12; Volleyball 9. Rick Renner — Golf 10. 11, 12, Track 10. Mike Reynolds — Basketball 9, Cross Country 9; Track 9. As Christmas break approached, snow continued to fall and so did the tempera- tures. On Dec. 22. the temperatures were at a record breaking 75 below. For some MHS students, these aggra- vating temperatures put a freeze on their holiday vacation. Kim Boatner, junior, commented, I guess the only thing to do was curl up in a warm spot and make the best of it. Laura Hanas, junior, also mentioned, When temperatures are this low, noth- ing is fun anymore. It ' s even too cold to sleep.” Others were preoccupied with team sports. They had no choice but to ignore the big chill. Karen Dudak, sophomores, and Stecy Plesha, junior, stated, We willingly got up early every morning and shoveled our way to gymnastics practice. Now that ' s dedication! Mike Meschede, senior, also stated, “The basketball gym was so cold that some of us resorted to extra layers of cloths, such as hats and gloves to keep warm at practice.” Then there were others who could have cared less what the temperatures were. They looked forward to Christmas vacation, and they made the most of it. Cheryl Graeber, junior, commented, I didn ' t let the temperatures interfere with my holiday festiviites. I had a great time. Laurie Funder, junior, added, I found the best, and the most fun way to keep warm is with the one you love. Kathi Pederson, senior, concluded, Even though the temperatures were un- bearable, waking up in the morning knowing that you didn ' t have school made every day a lot warmer. — Shawna Eberle Class ol Big chill of 1983 puts freeze on winter activities 149 SENIORS Jon Rhodes — Mr. Football 12; Football 9. 10. 11, 12, Track 11, 12; Wrestling 9, 12. Timothy Richmond. Timothy John Riese — Baseball 10, 11, 12; Basketball 9. Richard Robinson — Band 9, 10, 11, 12, German Club 10. 11, officer 12; Honor Society 11, 12; Orchestra 9, 10, 11, 12; Yearbook 9. Linda Roe — Choir 12; Fall Play 11, 12, German Club 10, 11, 12; Powder Puff 10; Review 11, 12; Spring Play 10, 11, 12, Thespians 11, 12. Eddie Rolff — A.V. Club 9, Baseball 9, 10. Charles Rose — Baseball 9, 10, 11; Track 9; Wrestling 9. 10. Sherri Rose — Powder Puff 12, Review 12, Spring Play 12. Dan Roszkowski — Baseball 9; Basketball 9; Choir 9, Football 9, 10. 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12, French Club 10 Jennifer Roth — Newspaper 9, Yearbook 9 Dave Rouhselang. Jim Rubush. Class ol 61 “Ft. Lauderdale was the best! It was a great break from the 50 degree weather.” — Annette Thompson, senior Many seniors found Spring Break to be an opportunity to rest and relax on the Florida beaches, but some remained in Indiana. 150 SENIORS Tim Runholt — Band 9. 10. 11. 12. Cross Country 9. 10. Fall Play 10. 11, 12; French Club 10. 11, 12; Honor Society 11, 12; Orchestra 11. 12; Review 10. 11, 12. Speech and Debate Team 11. Spring Play 10. 11. 12; Thespians 10, 11. 12 Thomas J. Runholt — Band 9. 10, 11, 12; Choir 12; Cross Country 10. Fall Play 10, 11; Honor Society 11, 12; Orchestra 9. 10. 11, 12; Review 10, 11, 12; Spring Play 10. 11. 12; Student Council 9; Thespians 10. 11. 12; Track 9; French Club 10. 11, 12, Andrea Rusklewlcz. John Sabo. Andy Sakes. Suzette Santiago — Band 9; Spanish Club 12. Pam Sawochka — Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 10. 11; Tennis 10. 11. 12. Jeff Schneider — Band 9. 10. 11. Craig Schoenfeld. Jim Schoon — Choir 9. Eric Schrenker — Football 9. 10. 11. 12; Boys Track 9, 10. Ronald Schultze. Scott Semper — Basketball 9. Cross Country 9. 10, 11. 12; Track 9. 10. Andy Sharp. Joan Sharp. Scott Sharp. Noble Shelton. Mark Sheptock — Cross Country 9; Football Manager 9. Sue Shlnovlch — M-Club 10. 11; Powder Puff 12. Swimming 9, 10. 11. Mike Shlrey. 151 SENIORS Kathle Shultz. Jamie Sibindc — Powder Puff 11 Tim Simlc — Fall Play 11 German Club 11; M-Club 11; Pep Club 11; Swimming 10; Tennis 10, 11. 12. Lisa M. Skaggs. Tom Skaltsas. Dan Smith — Baseball 9; Wrestling 9. 10. Lori Smith. Brian Smolar. James Smoot — Chess Club 9; Earth Science Club 10; Football 9; Golf 11. Tom Smurdon — Chess Club 9. 10. Christine Sokol. Janean Solich — Powder Puff 12. Frank Soos. Jodi Sorbello. Zoran SovIJanskl — Chess Club 9. 10, 11, 12. Dawn Spiroff — Homecoming Court (Basketball) 1 1 (Football) 12; Honor Society 11, 12; Pep Club 9; Pom Pons 9. 10. 11. 12. Spanish Club 10. 11; Student Council 9. 10. 12. Louie Splru — Baseball 9, 10. 11; Football 9, 10. 11, 12; Homecoming Court (Basketball) 10; Prom King 1 1 Kathle Stanley, Sally Steiner — Spanish Club 10; Sunshine Society 10. Dan Stelnlnger. F A . V 152 SENIORS ‘Family ties’ continue during school day Seven students at MHS had something in common. At least one parent was a faculty member. One might think this was a disadvan- tage to have their parent at school, but none of these students felt that way. Mandy Leposky, senior, stated, I like for my mom to be here. She ' s here if I need he. Ken Haupt, senior, said, I ' m used to him being here at school, since he has been my coach for several years. As for having their parent as their teachers, Diane Vermillion, senior, com- mented, I am not treated any different- ly, my dad treats me like any other stu- dent. Kara East, sophomore, remarked, “I am recognized more by the teachers be- cause my parents are on the faculty, but I am treated the same as other students in my classrooms. The other students that have a parent here at school are Patty Haupt, Dave Herbert, juniors, and Laurie Reinhart, sen- ior. The teachers with a son or daughter as a student all agreed that they didn ' t treat their child any differently as their other students. Jim Vermillion, science teacher, re- marked, “Diane is just another student in my classroom, and at home she is my daughter, and at school she is my stu- dent. I think by working here at MHS, I am more aware of what happens to Dave than the non-teaching parent would be, and keep a little pressure on him, said Tom Herbert, assistant principal. Ken Haupt, senior, summed it up, I ' ve had many good experiences being here with my son and daughter, and I wouldn ' t trade those experience with anyone! — Janice Lilly Class Of 61 Bob Stephan. Jeff Stewart — Baseball 9. Football 9, 10, 11, 12. Randy St. Myers. Donna Stojanovic — Choir 9. Powder Puff 10, 11; Volleyball 9. Troy Suckey. Lias Surowlec — Choir 9 Srecko Suvajac. Laura Swartout. Darrell Swisher. Nlnatte Swisher — Choir 9. 10. 11. 12; Pep Club; Pom Pons 9; Powder Puff 10. 11, 12; Softball 11, 12. Michele Szafranskl. Richard Taber. 153 SENIORS “I really had an excuse. I can’t speak for the other seniors (more than 100) who also signed out that day.” Chuck Sell, Senior 154 SENIORS Alter the group Senior Class photograph was taken many seniors suddenly remembered that they had “excuses” to sign out. Chuck Sell, senior, had the ever-popular eye doctor appointment. Traci Tarchala. Marty Taylor — A.V. Club 12. Kim Teets — Choir 9; Powder Puff 10. Joseph Teller — Fall Play 11; Spring Play 10. 11. Troy Terry — Football 9, Newspaper 12 Michelle Tesanovich — Choir 9. 10; German Club 10. 11; Pep Club 9. Powder Puff 10, 11. 12; Quest Club 11, 12; OEA Club 11. 12 Annette Thompson — Choir 9; Pom Pons 9. Powder Puff 10, 11. 12 Jennifer Thompson — Basketball 9, 10, 11. 12. Flonor Society 11, 12; Softball 10; Student Council 10. 11. officer 12. Volleyball 9. 10. 11. 12. Suzy Toigo — Powder Puff 11. Deanna Torres. Steve Travis — Newspaper 9; Yearbook 9. Brian Tretter — Choir 12; Earth Science Club 11. 12; Fall Play 10. 11; Golf 10; Flonor Society 11, 12; Review 10. 11. 12; Speech and Debate Team 10, 11; Spring Play 10. 11. 12; Thespians 10. 11. president 12; Vocalteens 12. French Club 10. 11. Class ol ' 64 Kawicki Michelle Trkulja. Alice Trowbridge — Powder Puff 11, 12 Deborah L. Trazska — Band 9, 10. 11. 12; Powder Puff 11. Softball 9. 10. 11. 12; Volleyball 10. Vicky Tsampls — German Club 11, 12; Spanish Club 12. Student Council 12. Yearbook 12. Quill and Scroll 12. Barbara Tubbs — Pep Club 10. 11. 12; Quest Club 12. Student Council 9. Janice Tucker. Carl Tully — Baseball 1 1 . Boys State 1 1 . French Club 10. Football 9. M-Club 10. 11. 12. Student Council 9, 11. 12; Track 9. 10. 11. 12; Wrestling 9. 10. Jennifer Turean — Choir 9. Pom Pons 9. Spanish Club 10. 11. Lisa Underwood. Richard Urbanczyk. Rod Urbano — Soccer 11, 12. Spanish Club 11, 12; Class Treasurer 12 Laura Valenti. Anne Vavra — Powder Puff 12; Spanish Club 10. 11 Gigi Vergin — Basketball 9. Choir 9; Softball 9. 10. 11. 12; Volleyball 9, 10; French Club 10. Diane Vermillion — Basketball 9. 10. 11. 12. Spanish Club 10; Volleyball 9, 10, 11. 12. Valerie Vessely — Cheerleading 9, 10. 1 1 12. Honor Society 12; Pep Club 9; Powder Puff 10, 11. 12; Student Council 9. Monica Villarreal. Cathy Virgo. Rose Vraniskoskl — Choir 9, 10. Powder Puff 10; Yearbook 12 James Wachowskl. 155 SENIORS Robin Wade — Cheerleading 9.10. 11; M-Club 10, 11; Powder Puff 10. 11. 12; Spanish Club 10. 11. Track 9, 10, 11, 12; Yearbook 12. Lisa Wallace — Basketball 9. Powder Puff 10. Douglas A. Waters — Baseball 9; Basketball 9; Football 9, 10. 11. 12; Yearbook 12 Karen Watkins — FHA 10; Sunshine Society 10. 11. 12. Jeff Weaver — Football 9. Peggy Welch — Newspaper 9, 10 Jeff Wengel. Shelley Whittier. Debbie Wlelgus. Dawn Wilczynski. Steve Wilczynski. Tom Wiles — Golf 9. 10. 11. Usa L. Wllkison — Band 9, 10, 11. 12; Fan Play 10. Flag Corps 10. 11, 12; German Club 10, 11. 12; Honor Society 11, 12. Orchestra 9, 10. 11. 12; Powder Puff 10; Yearbook 9. Mark A. Williams — Band 9. 10, 11. 12; Review 12. Ken Wilson — Band 9, 10; Basketball 9; Orchestra 9. Robert Winchester — Basketball Manager 11. Fall Play 10. 11. 12; French Club 10. 11; Review 11. 12; Spring Play 11, 12; Thespians 10, 11, 12 . Diane L. Wlrtes — Pep Club 9; Pom Pons 9, 10. 11, 12; Review 12; Spring Play 12; French Club 10. 11. Judith Wlrtz — Basketball 9; Powder Puff 10, 11; Volleyball 9. Randy Wlodarskl — Wrestling 9. Shawn Wojtyska — Choir 9. 10. 11. 12; Creative Arts 11. 12. Review 12; Spring Play 12. 156 SENIORS Kim Wolak. Chanhi Won. Barry Woodward — Football 9, 10, 11, 12; Student Council 9; Wrestling 9, 10. 1 1 . Rob Wozlnak — Chess Club 9; Swimming 10. 11, 12; Wrestling 9. Karla Wszolok — Powder Puff 10; Sunshine Society 11; Volleyball 9. Dono Yiankes — Baseball 9. 10; Football 9 Nicolette Yonker — Honor Society 12; Sunshine Society 11; Tennis 9, 10. 11. 12; French Club 10. 11 Chris Yugo — Earth Science Club 10; M-Club 12; Swimming 11, 12; Track 9. French Club 10. Joe Zajac — Band 9. 10. 11; Baseball 9. 10. Basketball 9; Football 9, 10; German Club 10. 11, 12; Honor Society 11. 12; Orchestra 9. 11; Review 10; Student Council 9, 11. 12; Student Council President; Thesipans 1 1 Tina Zellers — Choir 9. 10; Pom Pons 9. Mike Zlmnawoda. Rob Zolcak — Baseball 9. 10. 11, 12. Basketball 9. Class o( ' 64 Seniors not photographed Jerry Alexander Fred Bemish John Benich Brian Bergstrom Brad Berrier Dana Bialata Tim Brant James Cardenas Anita Castellanos Patrick Chapman Pete Cucuz Katherine Demitrakis Ronald Doeing Don Elliot Jeffrey Fausnaugh David Figueroa Rafael Figueroa Rob Fraley Chris Fry Denise Gallagher Lisa Gill 157 SENIORS Carlos Gonzalez Marlette Gonzalez Anthony Haines Robert Hart Donna Hinkle Linda Hojnacki Clarissa Holodick Anthony Jackson Mark Janickovic Phillip Janovick Keith Jennings Roberta Jennings Yvonne Johnson Denise Jose Beth Kaegebein Adam Kovacevic John Krausnick Daniel Krecik Robert Krumpos Gregg Lewis Wendy Luck Don Lunsford Ken Madsen Darren Marsee Christopher Massa Earl McConnelll Diane McDaniel Scott Mizerak Collen Murphy Phil Nims Bridget Obvregon Karen Orten John Panas Eleni Papagiannis Robert Paul Jim Peterson Ester Raehl Nina Regan Kimberly Scholz Michael Schrieber Paul Schulz Timothy Sears Charles Sell Edward Thomas Paul Simonovski Linda Slade Helen Sormaz Edward Spak Katherine Stanley Richard Swinson Carla Szynalski Richard Taber Aretta Tindell Ronald Vanna Greg Valasquez Michael Verbancic David Weissert Gregory White Robert White Louie Zarakas Michael Zaronias “This year’s Junior Class is only a sign of what great things to ex- pect for next year’s Senior Class.” Ray Radjenovich, Junior Class President Junior Class Officers: Shawna Eberle, treasurer; Marianne Berger, secretary; Greg Schuster, vice president; Ray Radjenovich, president. Class ol ' 65 Kawicki Cheri Adler Greg Akers Albert Alfaro Jay Anderson Pete Andreis Vera Angeloff Georgann Ard Josie Arena Yvonne Armenta Jim Artka Chip Ashley Victor Atsinger Caroline Baldazo Jay Barandela Shelley Barkasi Mike Barnack Doug Barnes Lou Batides Melinda Beach Dawn Bell Diane Bellamy Dan Bellovary Robin Benson Marianne Berger Denine Bezick Denise Bezick Tom Bielefeld Jennifer Bigelow Michael Blron Amy Blair Steve Blaney Kim Boatner 158 JUNIORS Cindy Bogard Mike Bondra Llta Bowling Bonnie Bowman Dawn Bowman Charlotte Boyd Sandy Braun Oayle Brice Dawn Bridges Carri Broda Michelle Broda Carla Brown Cheryl Brown Michelle Burns Kim Cagle Dawn Capp Jim Cardenas Lisa Carpenter Teresa Carver Lou Castellanl Kelly Chandler Chris Childress Stasia Christos Diane Clochina Dan Cloonan Jolynn Coleman Bobbl Conn Maryann Connelly Patricia Corey Laura Corla Tom Covadu Natalie Coyle Jim Crim Mary Croarkln Tlfflnl Crownover Cheryl Cullinan Carrie Czarneckl Allison Dakich Christine Daniel Denise Darkins Jeff Darnell Sherry D’Asfo Darren DeBoy David Dee Denise Demo Sfeve Dienes Blaine Dilon Larry Dittoe Debbie Dlx Dan Dockweller Donna Dogan John Donley Jonl Dornburg Ken Dowd Andrea Dubois Toml Dudak Ed Dudy Scott Duffy Chris Dufresne Vojo Duklc Jim Dulla Dennis Duvall Rich Dyman Shawna Eberle Terry Eck Karen Ector Jamie Edwards Jennifer Eibel Rich Eleczko Kelly Ellch Anne Ellloft Russell Emerson 159 JUNIORS James Enochs Mark Enzwller Lori Equfhua Nell Eubank Deon EveM Karen Eyrich Mark Fesko Paul Flacable Joe Fish Garry Flaharty Mark Flanegan Valerie Fles Kathy Foremskl Cheryl Fossey Jim Foster James Frontal Julie Fratzke John Franzee Dan French Vicki Frey Deanna Froman Laurie Funder Michele Gallagher Bob Gallagher Jose Galvan James Garcia Manuel Garcia Veronica Garza Bob Gaslch Jim Gavelek Rod Gayda Art Geberin — — — — Class of 65 MHS’s ‘flasher’ informs students The computer age has hit MHS once again, but what exactly is the new addi- tion to our school? It has been called a flasher, a dis- player, and even a ”thing-a-ma-jig by many MHS students. According to Tom Herbert, assistant principal, this unidentified object is called a Message Board. It was purchased by the classes of ' 80 and ' 81 for $2000. The Message Board can hold up to eight messages. Any stu- dent can advertise on the board, as long as the message is first cleared by Mr. Her- bert. Plans were made for the Message Board to be moved occasionally into the gym, cafeteria and auditorium. This will make both students and parents more aware of high school activities. Irene Kourtesis, senior, stated that the Message Board is more effective since the board cannot be torn down or de- stroyed, and it also gives tech students an opportunity to see some announce- ments. Angie Traficante, junior, stated that the Message Board is a waste of mon- ey. Angie Passaloukos, senior, felt differ- ently. She said that the thing-a-ma-jig is a good investment. Computers are ev- erywhere now so its only natural that it will hit MHS. — Vicky Tsamplt 160 JUNIORS Debbie Gee Scott Gelsen Brian Gill Chris Gill Terry Gill Jeff Glitz George Glagola Ralph Glenn Danny Gojmerac Missy Golding Al Gomez Lori Goodwin Rick Gorby Regina Gornick Bill Gornik Douglas Gough Cheryl Graeber Dan Green Susan Greenberg Scott Griffin Jesse Guardiola Andrew Guba Doug Guernsey Scott Guernsey Mike Gurgevich Julie Gutjahr Danette Guzman Kathy Gyftakis Jill Habrych Alisa Hafner Klnda Hajvert Kevin Hamer Laura Hanas Ken Hanlsko Patti Haupt Tim Haviza Ken Heming Karen Hendrickson Dave Herbert Rich Hernandez Santiago Hernandez Jamie Hiatt Dee Hill Michelle Hollandsworth MaryKay Hovanec Jamie Hoyt Collette Hronopolous Kevin Huber Cheryl Huddleston David Huff Kim Hughes Sonya Hytche Kristi Irwin Rada Ivetic Darla Jackson Joe Jamrok Desiree Jansen Elizabeth Jasiak Susan Jatczak Karen Johnson Rob Johnson Brent Jones Jim Jones Pam Jones Gall Juloski April Jurasevleh Karl Kacerski Becky Kachur Larry Kacmar Laura Kapitan Lena Karabetsos Carlo Karamocoskl 161 JUNIORS Paul Kasprzak Frances Katris Kelley Kaurich Andrea Kawickl Robin Kendron John Kersteff Roman Kirby Ron Kirby Harriet Kiriakopoulos Benay Kirk Nancy Kirk Karen Kirksey Natalie Kish Paul Klimaszewski Matt Knish Kurt Koedyker Dirk Komp Chuck Koonce Bob Krantz Karol Krawczyk Michele Kray Ken Krmpotich Christine Kroll Mark Krutz Shelly Kuzemka Peggy Lach Jasmina Lackovic Jenniter Larson John Leaser Steve Leontaras Tracy Lepp Mark Lieber Doug Lind Colette Lindborg Sandy Lines Tom Lipton Mike Lobody Ana Lopez Guy Louie Larry Lucas Ben Luna Jeff Lynn Mark Lynn Hurt Lytle Mike Macchia Penny Machnik Jay Mack Steve Mackanos Lois Maginot Mark Mahaffey Ron Malhofer Geri Malickl Cathie Malocha Jett Maloney Jim Marando Dennis Margarls Don Markovich Jett Martin Tom Martin Dan Mathis Paul Matthews George Mavros William McCarthy Mindy McCarty Donna McCloud Kerry McClure Melissa McCroskey Joanle McGee Greg McGuire Darryl Mclntlre Karen McKay Jack McKinney 162 JUNIORS Kim Meade Lisa Meadows Darin Meadows David Megquier Mark Merced Mike Mesarch Sue Metros Steve Meus Eric Michael Steven Michael Savo Micic Tom Mihal John Miller Renea Miller Mike Miner Scott Modglin Tammy Modrak Mike Mokol Rob Moore Eric Morillon Melissa Morris Matt Naspinski Theresa Navarro Denise Neskes Class o( 65 MHS students ‘chew’ more than just gum Skoal, Royal Copenhagen, Happy Days and Redman are among the most popu- lar brands of chewing tobacco used by many MHS boys. Even though chewing is a very popular habit, it is not allowed to be chewed on school grounds according to the Student Handbook and will result in a five day detention if caught. Jim Nawrocki, senior, said that tobacco chewing should be allowed at school. Nawrocki added that since smoking is al- lowed chewing should be also. Dan Vespo, junior and a Skoal chewer, stated that he began to chew at the age of 16 in order to kick the smoking habit. Vespo also commented that chewing should be allowed in certain areas of the building. According to recent studies, chewing tobacco is just as harmful to a person ' s health as smoking. Even though chewers, unlike smokers don ' t get lung cancer, they may develop cancer of the mouth, yellow teeth and rotten gums. According to many seniors chewing is more effective in giving a person a buzz” since the nicotine goes directly to the bloodstream. From a female point of view, Rhonda Lamb, senior, stated that chewing is just a fad that had affected MHS boys,” and she added that they will eventually grow out of the chewing habit. — Vicky Tsampls Kawicki 163 JUNIORS Dale Neumeyer Valerie Nickslc Rich Niles Leonard Norris Susie Norris Robin O’Deen Angle Oglego Onofrio Olivadoti Doug Ollie Cathy Olson Dave Olszewski Roger Ooms Ken O’Rourke Deanna Orten Steve Osoba Kim Pachapa Bill Paige Todd Palmer Lana Pantelic Tom Papadopoulos Valerie Pappas Philip Pardus Jim Parker Jim Parkhurst Russell Parkhurst Maria Pavot Doug Pearson Marco Perez Martha Perry John Peters William Peters Mike Peterson Pam Pfeiter Sharin Pigott Money Pilatos Mike Pimentel Sandy Plunti Barb Planojevlc Stecy Plesha Dona Plumb Pat Portlock Chris Poti Jennifer Potter Dale Powell Diane Poxon Sue Prentoska Debbie Prgomelja Lisa Primer Daniel Proctor Mike Puskar Steve Pysh Alan Radu Rich Ralnford Steve Ramjsack Rob Rassbach Laura Reder Brian Reeves Lisa Regeski Judy Rendina Randy Renner Lillian Repar Scott Rlccardi Jeff Rice Heidi Richardson Deanna Rlese Michelle Rlese Snezana Rlsfeskl Denise Rogers Jim Rogers Louie Roman Cyndy Rose Dan Rose 164 JUNIORS Greg Rose Pete Routsolias Jerry Rubush John Russell Greg Saliwonczyk Robin Sanko Junior Santos Mary Santos Yvette Savich Bob Scheub Kim Schlotterbeck Mark Schmidt Janice Schnick Joe Schreiber John Schreiber Walt Schreiner Melissa Schulte Greg Schuster Lynda Schutz Susan Scott Nadene Sever Mike Shayotovich John Sheehy Angle Shelton Brian Shimley Erin Shinabarger Teresa Silva Steve Simmons Bill Slade Ben Smallman Leigh Smith Norman Smith Class of ' 65 “The game was really close and I am just thankful to all the guys who pitched in and helped coach us.” ... . Kim Boatner, junior 165 JUNIORS Because pep sessions were so successful, we should have more of them.” Christine Daniels, junior Class of 55 Penny Smith Karen Smolnicky Lawrence Soderlund Jeff Sopczak Rob Spangler Teresa Spencer Susan Spitz Becky Spurlock Carroie Stanik Biljana Stefanovic Alex Stefoskl Stephanie Steininger Scott Stevens Jeff St. Germain Alex Stojanovskl Linda Stoltz Kim Stone Bret Storey Lori Strong Diane Stryczek Ken Swift Jani Szymaszek Mike Takls Gus Taslcas John Tavaras Scott Terek Mickey Tesanovlch Sandra Tharp Luanne Thomas Brenda Tompkins Kathy Thompson Mark Thompson 166 JUNIORS Trade Thurman Dawn Timmons Steve Tokars Paul Tomak Angie Traticante Patti Trzaska Scott Tuft Jerry Tyler Larry Underwood Buzz Underwood Kathy Urban Tammy VanScoyk Scott Vantll Donna Vasques Mario Vasquez Tim Verbancic Dan Vespo Chris Villagran Dino Vltalone Kevin Vlte Ron Vlaslc Shawn Vowell Laura Vrtikapa Bob Vullnovic Jenny Walther Liz Warden Wayne Warn George Webb Chris Welch John Wengel Lisa Westcott Shelly Westphal Charlene Wharton Rich Whittemore Chris Wleser Dan Wlkse Diane Wllk Matt Wllk Kim Winter Al Wlrtes Becky Wirtz Holly Woznlak Loral Wright Diana Wriston Mike Xldls John Yagelski Bill Yakovetz Ed Yonker Jill Yura Tracy Zajdel Julie Zale Pete Zarakas Elaine Zaronis Bob Zavacky Mike Zellers Bob Zemlik Isabel Zezovskl Kim Zimmerman Lori Zimmerman 167 JUNIORS “We tried to provide leadership and establish the Sophomore Class as a part of MHS.” Margie Gianikos, Sophomore Class Treasurer 168 SOPHOMORES Julia Blackburn Kelly Blankinshlp Ernie Bodraslz Yvonne Boone Laura Bova Beth Bowen Don Brant Andre Breault Rebecca Brook Jeff Brown Mia Brownewell Tina Bryant Joe Budner Michele Bult Dennis Bunda Daniel Burns Class of Sophomore Class Officers: Front Row — Susie Lax, secretary; Frank Grynovlch, president. Back Row — Margie Gianikos, treasurer; Michelle Sikula, secretary. 36 Kawicki Juliene Adams Kimberly Albach Edward Alexander John Allen Alisa Ampeloitls Scott Anderson George Angelov Robert Antala Mary Arena Eric Austin Deanna Baehler Jenny Bailey Jodie Baisden Antlonette Banashak Micheal Barnack Allen Bartley Pamela Baslle Chris Batalls Sherry Belinsky Leanne Bell Brigitte Belmonte Sylvie Belmonte Tim Benson Melissa Berrler Lisa Berry Amy Best Timothy Bianco Annette Bills Karen Binns Michelle Bishop James Bittner Amy Black Ritchie Cain Trevor Calhoun Marla Cammarata Richard Cannon Jennifer Cantu Tina Capua Donald Carlson Tina Carrigan Rodney Chiabai Geoffrey Chidsey Maria Christos Matthew Churilla Steve Civanlch Janet Clarke Christopher Cochran Bobby Collins Michael Comerford Andrew Constantlnldes Brenda Cookston Bill Costakls Lenee Cozmanoft Kathi Crowder Chris Crownover Carlos Cruz Coleen Cruz Savo Cucuz Christine Cunningham Bradley Curcio David Currier Samantha Dalkllic Allen Daniel William Daniel Richard D’Asto Eileen Dawson Mike Dee Renee Deere Michael Demakas Timothy Demmon Paul Destefano Michael Dlnatale Dwayne Dittoe Dragica Djinovlch Ana Dobrljevlc Sheri Doelng Angela Donahue John Drake Lynn Drennan Domora Dubowskl Karen Dudak Donald Dunn Dave Dzlewickl Kara East Donna Eaves Timothy Ellis Linda Eisner Tammy Erdelles Naomi Espravnlk Dan Evans Kennith Evanyo Diane Favretto Tamara Fazekas Bess Ferentlnos Joseph Ferdull Janet Fernandez Cynthia Feterlck Susnan Fillpowlcz John Flannery Scott Flamme Sherlda Fraley David Fryer Lisa Funder Shawn Gallagher 169 SOPHOMORES Steve Gallegos Deanean Gallo Anthony Galoozis Dora Garcia John Garcia Sue Garden Anna Garza Lisa Gatlin David Gee Karie Geib Melissa George Daniel Gerlach Margaret Gianikos Gerald Gilles Brenda Gllbota Peter Goad Jenny Gojmerac Christina Gomez Rolando Gonzalez Tracy Goodman Harry Gornick Kevin Govert Carol Gruber Frank Grynovich Camille Guba Michelle Guillen Bob Gustatson Paula Guy John Guzman Eugenia Halkias Dawn Halsey Mark Hamilton Peter Hebert Rick Hendrickson Stacy Higgins Mary Kate Hill Danulel Hines Barbara Hippie Shane Hlse Brian Hlxon Susan Hotferberg Brian Holland Jonna Homolla Kimberly Horst Dave Howorth David Hrabrich David Hudock Kathleen Huish Stewart Hunter Shelly Hutchens Milan Iglendza Russell Ippollto Brent Isenberg Mark Jankowski Joseph Janusz Bronko Jasnlc Robert Jen Dan Jenks Danny Jocic Dragana Jocic Mary Jolevski Sandra Jones Steve Jones Monty Jorgensen Jett Kaclr Paul Kardoullas Rita Kaschak Joseph Kasper Karen Kasprzak Kevin Kaurlch Lynette Keegan Mona Keele 170 SOPHOMORES Kathy Kendt Rick Keneson Cheri Kehley Cheryl Kenney Christopher Kervlis Jeanine Kierzkowski Mary Kincaid Lori Kidd Steve Kish Chuck Klingaman DeeDee Knop Tracy Koenig Alexia Korakakis Pamela Kosaris Karen Kostyal Frankie Kowal Mary Kozielski James Krausnick Brian Krecik Carolyn Krecik Vern Krutz Karen Kuchta Walter Kutanovski Dan Kvachkoff Peter Lackey Marina Lackovic Nancy LaFoone Anita Langbehn Michelle Laughead Susie Laughead Kim Laviolette Jett Law Stacy Lawrence Suzanne Lax Katherine Lear Jett Lee Nicole Lee Fernando Leon Brian Lepley Richard Lesniak Class of 36 Parents, clubs welcome MHS sophomores Kawicki For many sophomores, orientation was their way of finding out what high school life was really like. Approximately 275 studnets attended the orientation. There were 100 Big Broth- ers and Big Sisters (upper classman who help sophomores around the school) Robin O ' Deen, junior, said, Orientation really helped them find their way around school the first day. A new thing that MHS also did was take I.D. pictures at orientation instead of at lunch. If sophomores didn ' t get them tak- en, they were able to have them taken at lunch time during the year. — Rote Vraniskotki Waiting in line, Sandy Manis, sophomore, attends the Sophomore Orientation lunch. Martha Otterbacher, parent, serves the BBQ that was prepared by MHS parents to Sandy. 171 SOPHOMORES Lynette Levenson Donna Lewandowski Mlcheal Lisch James Lisek Kevin Lockridge Angela Lopez Gwyn Lopez Lawrence Lopez Mark Lucas Mike Lucas Mike Luczak Viola Luttenen Christie Lynn David Magry Brian Majcher Kathy Maloney Jill Maloney Sandra Manis Jeffery Manjarrez Michelle Marovich John Marson Elizabeth Martinez Darleen Maryonovlch Roger Massey Tamara Massow MaryAnn Mathis Pat McCoy Robert McGuckin Wayne McMillan Stacy Mecchla Caeser Merced Thomas Mestrovich Diane Metcalf Peter Metlov Thomas Midgett John Mlkulich Jason Mikulka Terence Miller Erik Miner Margaret Miner Michelle Mitchell Lisa Modrak Jackie Mohamed George Mohoi Kenneth Moore Susan Moore Pamela Morris Kevin Mowery Kathleen Murphy Lee Musser Marcia Naumoskl Lisa Nels Brian Newman Carol Newman Robert Nlcksic Dustl Nunley Vivian Odor Lisa Olejnlk Mike Ortiz Nancy Otano Richard Otano Jon Otterbacher Robin Owen David Padgett Anthi Papagiannis Barb Parks Robert Parpart William Parsons Jeffery Pastor George Pavel Andy Pavlopoulos Robert Pavot 172 SOPHOMORES Kawicki “The high school is a lot bigger than the junior high, but I had no trouble finding my way around.” Karen Koystal, Sophomore With their combinations in hand, Karen Koystal and Shirley Price, sophomores, try to open up their lockers. Class of 66 Karen Pearson Christine Perez Mary Peterson Lisa Petroft Neil Petroft Fred Petsalis Trisha Phillips Steven Piaseczny Jill Pierce Joseph Pluchlnsky Bryan Popa George Poponas Brian Portlock Vic Potamianos Charles Powell Patricia Powell Shirley Price Melissa Primich Scott Pruitt Christine Psaros John Rachford Daniel Raehl Micheal Randall Diane Randhan Candace Rathjen James Rey Jeff Rey Kristine Reynolds John Rhymer Sheryl Riddle Mark Riese Lisa Riley John Ring Greg Risner Rosemary Rivera Jeff Robinson Micheal Robinson Donald Rodgers Oscar Rodriquez David Rosenbalm 173 SOPHOMORES Tim Roushelang Mark Runholf Agnes Rzetelny George Santiago Scott Sapper Christine Sarantis Michael Schefter Tracy Schneider Tracy Schuck David Scott John Sekuloski Christine Shay Lori Shinovich Richard Shirey Johnathan Sierkowski Michelle Sikula Brian Singer Michelle Slupczynski Laury Smith Ronald Smith Tracy Smolar Joseph Smurdon Chris Sopczak Sheri Sohacki Stephanie Soltis Ned Sormaz Patricia Spitz Harry Spott Lori Spradley Joe Spurlock Brett St. Germain Richard Stasak Scott Stasak Paula Stefanelli Daniel Steftus John Steiner Janet Stewart Amy Stooksbury John Sukta Joseph Sukta Daniel Sullivan Timothy Sullivan Freddy Summers Mlcheal Swinson Curt Sylwestrowicz Deno Tants Keith Tarchala Jean Tasicas -Class of 66 Sophomores order rings to show identity It was Sept. 22 and sophomores crowded around two tables in the audi- torium lobby. It was time to order a class ring. In the 1983 school year, the companies were Balfour and Jostens. They were chosen by a selection committee con- sisting of three students, two parents and a teacher. Three companies came and gave a presentation to the committee, who had a week to decide which ones were best. Then the committee gave their recom- mendation. The committee decided on two com- panies so they would compete against each other. ' - ' This way you ' ll get the best product for the least amount, said Tom Herbert, assistant principal. Some people bought their class rings from a jeweler, but many bought them from school. Kathie Crowder, sophomore, com- mented, Josten ' s had more of a selec- tion. Karen Pearson, sophomore, said I liked the unique designs that Balfour had.” Many people bought their class rings from school, such as Michelle Burns, junior. She said, It was easier to obtain. You didn ' t have to drive all the way to a jew- eler. Lisa Westcott, junior, said, I got mine from a jeweler because the prices were lower. For every class ring ordered from these companies, $5 went to the Student Ac- tivities Fund to support activity days and awards. People buy class rings for different rea- sons. Nadene Sever, junior-, said, I bought mine because I wanted to re- member my high school days. Others bought rings because everyone else did or because they could create it themselves. — Robin Sanko 174 SOPHOMORES Mark Tesanovich Nicholas Thomas Randy Thompson Tina Thurman Lisa Tidwell Charles Tipton Ch ristopher Tobias Brian Tomb Jeftery Tomb Diane Torres John Torres Michelle Traber Kelly Travis Wendy Troxel Paul Trpkovski Rhonda Truitt Danny Tsataros Crystal Turner Lisa Turnipseed Kevin Urbanczyk Kerry lltpatel Jill Valdes Brian Vailese Cheryl Vana Linda VanArsdale Elizabeth Varela Steve Vargas Rene Vasquez Jeffrey Vendl Joeleen Vician Tiffany Vigland Christine Villaire Mary Villanueva Adrienne Viramontes Thomas Vlaslc George Vulinovic Joanne Waldrop Linda Walsh Jeffery Warren Elizabeth Weger Elizabeth Werner Bill Wheat Corie Wilcox Pamela Wilczynski Tamara Williams Jason Wilson Karen Wilson Robert Wiltfong Susan Wlnovich Brian Wirtz Cassandra Wojclk Kristin Wojkovlch Darlene Wood Jeftery Wright Kristin Wright Robert Wright Tina Wriston Linda Wszolek Randy Wyllie Micheal Yakubec John Yerga Heidi Yonker Sheila Yonker Michelle Yurko Donna Zaikos Beth Zandstra Tony Zaradich Micheal Zaronias Kristine Zimnawoda Sheri Zinkovlch Scott Zobel Jett Zurawskl 175 SOPHOMORES faculty Beverly Ambroziak Janet Anderson Lafey Armontrout Patricia Armstrong Mary Ann Bertram Robbie Bothwell Lee Bottom Grace Bovard Jerry Bratcher Leona Burrus Tom Cameron Charles Carroll Joann Castlen Chris Choncoff Linda Christoff Dennis Conley Linda Davis Richard Ebler Jim Edgcomb Cliff Fackler Tom Feeney Linda Fry Drew Furuness Mary Ann Galanas Roger Hankins Robert Harder Ken Haupt Dean Hess Dick Hill Bill Howard Jdnice Hughes Richard Hurey Max Hutchison Mary Jeffries Allyn Johnson Jerry Kasarda 176 FACULTY Sharon Knoth Barb Koby Gladys Leas Judy LeDuc Eleanor Lewis Diane Mandon Klmberely Manigault Shirley Matysiak Bill Metcalf Mona Miller Tom Mitchell Ray Mlxell Dan Molchan Betty Morgan Joe Morrow Patrick Mulloy Cheryl Nash Margaret Ozimec Christine Pavel Tom Peller Dolores Poxon Bernadlne Putz Geraldine Rainey Mike Regan Jerry Reinhart Bonnie Sanders Violet Schmuck John Seale Margaret Stallings Margaret Stiles Valerie Tanke Dorothy Thompson Carolyn Tipton Jim Vermillion Carol Von Behren Greg Williams Bruce Woods Genevieve Wooldridge Vel Wooldridge Boyd Veoman 177 FACULTY Secretaries: Front Row — Liz Frasca, Marlene Harmon, Maggie Miller, Barbara Marlene East, Shirley Barclay, Dorothy Richter, Vi Solich, Jean Webb. Goetze. Back Row — Dorothy Hogan, Aides: Front Row — Gloria Zale, Jean Smith, Margaret Leposky. Janet Pennock. Back Row — Mary Halklas, Cafeteria Workers: First Row — Norma Manls, Zula Starr, Jane Depta, Doris O’Rear, Mary Cloyd, Alice Carrara, Allene Phillips. Second Row — Mary Ann Vernla, Dolores Balcerak, Ann Frank, Irene Batldes, Karen Reder, Vicki Salyers, Christine Cogley, Rata Sponel, Barbara McKay, Shirley Kuhn, Mary Corey. Back Row — Betty Kegan, Louise Hodorek, Doris Rodgers, Audrey Franz. Even though the hours for the juniors were cut, Carol Wojcehowski still managed to keep the classrooms clean. rvv l photos Mizerak Support staff suffers cuts in man power Making new adjustments and cutting comers have become a part of everyday life. The economy has even affected the staff at MHS. One specific category was the custodian personnel. Along with actual layoffs, 123 hours of custodian schedules was reduced to 101 hours per day. Paul Schuyler, principal, stated, “The declining enrollment of students caused these cutbacks of all classification units, such as teachers, administrators, secretaries and custodians. The custodians were the last to be cut. Since this reduction was made, the line of work the custodians do was altered somewhat in order to equalize for lost hours and personnel. The staff was allowed to clean some classrooms every other night. However, the emptying of wastepaper baskets and picking up remained in the routine. Mr. Jim Edgcomb, history teacher, replied, Cleanliness is a reflection of pride in a school. Whenever anyone tries to diminish that, they are undercutting the education process. Students do better in clean surroundings as shown in both behavior and academic accomplishments. Kawicki Guidance secretary, Barb Richter, types up one ot the many letters to teachers. Secretary Shirley Barclay carefully checks the attendance list. A physical examination is required for all sophomores. 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George 13, 40, 81, 92, 168 Antala, Robert 168 Arby ' s 201 Ard, Georgann 158 Arena. Josie 82, 158 Arena, Mary 82. 83, 168 Armenta, Yvonne 158 Armontrout, Lafey 126, 127, 176 Armstrong, Patricia 12. 176 Artka. Jim 158 Ashley. Kendall 127, 158 Athlete’s Foot 195 Atria, Joe 98. 99 Atsinger. Victor 158 Audio Visual 58, 59 Austin. Eric 10, 168 AV Club 80, 81 Awards Night 40, 41 Baehler, Deanna 168 Baehler. Desiree 74, 75, 130 Bailey, Jenny 123, 168 Baisden. Jodie 168 Balash, Tina 130 Balazs, Mark 130 Baldazo. Caroline 74, 158 Banashak, Antoinette 123, 168 Bandy, Jerald 40, 130 Barandela. Jay 158 Barclay, Shirley 178, 179 Bardeson. Brian 7, 98, 119, 131 Barkasi. Shelley 158 Barnack, Michael 158. 168 Barndela, Rich 115 Barnes. Deborah 40. 131 Barnes, Douglas 158 Bartley, Allen 168 Bartman, Cynthia 131 Bartrom. Anthony 84, 131 Basch. Betsy 104, 105 Baseball 124, 125 Basile. Pamela 84, 168 Basketball 108-111 Basketball Homecoming 24, 25 Batalis, Chris 115. 168 Bateman, Mark 40. 82, 131 Batides, Louie 61. 67, 158 Baum ' s Natural Foods 196 Beach. Melinda 158 Beird. Tim 127 Belinsky, Sherry 168 Bell. Dawn 82. 92, 158 Bell, Kevin 30. 38, 40, 41, 98, 131 Bell, Leanne 40. 94 Bella. Candi 76 206 INDEX 9 u9 x, Bella. Lance 82. 91, 131 Bellamy Diane 84, 158 Bellanger, Bud 115, 127 Bellovary. Daniel 19, 127. 158 Belmonte, Brigitte 81. 168 Belmonte. Sylie 168 Bemish. Fred 157 Benich, John 157 Bennett. Darryl 18. 39. 131, 134 Benson. Robin 82, 91, 105, 126 Benson, Timothy 82. 83 Berger, Marianne 3, 79. 94. 158 Berger. Theresa 3. 4, 39. 129. 131 Bergstrom, Brian 157 Berrier, Brad 157 Berry. Robert 131 Bertram. MaryAnn 52. 176 Bert ' s Hamburgers 203 Bes. Michele 131 Best. Amy 196 Bezick, Denine 158 Bezick, Denise 37, 40, 87. 88. 89. 92, 94. 95. 158. 213 Bialata, Dana 157 Bianco. Donald 32. 33, 81, 84. 92. 131 Bianco. Ronald 32. 33. 81, 83. 92. 131 Bianco, Timothy 111. 168 Bielefeld. Tom 158 Bigelow, Jennifer 82. 158 Bills. Annette 83, 168 Binns, Karen 168 Biron. Michael 158 Bish. Ed 131 Bishop, Michelle 168 Bittner, James 100, 119. 168 Black, Amy 168 Blackburn, Julia 168 Blair. Amy 82, 83. 158 Blaney, Steven 158 Blankinship, Kelly 168 Boatner, Kimberly 48. 73, 92. 94. 149, 158, 165 Bodrazic, Ernie 168 Bogard. Cindy 159 Bondra. Mike 74. 81. 92, 159 Bonich, Lisa 74. 75. 131 Boone, Yvonne 121, 168 Borrmann, Charlotte 74, 84. 131 Bosak Motor Sales, Inc. 192 Bothwell. Robbie 49. 176 Bottom, Lee 176 Bousch, Betsy 105 Bova. Laura 168 Bovard. Grace 94. 176 Bowen, Beth 168 Bowling, Lisa 50. 63, 76, 159 Bowman, Bonnie 159 Bowman. Dawn 83, 159 Boyd, Charlotte 11, 83, 91, 159 Boyd, Mark 131 Braggs, Ken 100 Brant, Don 100, 119, 168 Brant. Tim 84, 157 Braun, Catherine 131 Braun, Christine 105, 126, 131 Braun, Sandra 91. 105. 159 Bratcher, Jerry 176 Breault, Andre 168 Brice, Gayle 159 Bridges, Dawn 84, 159 Broda, Carri 40, 159 Broda. Michelle 17, 76, 159 Brooks, Kathleen 83, 131 Brooks, Rebecca 83. 168 Brown, Carla 84, 159 Brown, Cheryl 11, 159 Brown, Carin 132 Brown. Jeff 168 Brown. Richard 132 Brown, Thomas 98, 132 Brownwell. Mia 70, 84, 168 Bryans Florist 191 Bryant, Tina 84. 168 Budner. Joe 100, 119. 168 Bult, Michele 168 Bumbalas. Nick 109 Binda, Dennis 100. 127. 168 Burger. Angela 11. 74, 80, 81, 91. 132 Burke. Chris 132 Burke. Robert 132 Burns, Daniel 125. 168. 214 Burns, Michelle 92, 159, 174 Burrus, Leona 176 Business 48, 49 Cacic. Brian 92, 114. 115. 132 Cacic, David 132 Cagle. Kimberly 84. 159 Cain. Ritchie 169 Cain. Rondall 132 Calbourne, Liz 76 Calhoun. Trebor 115. 169 Calumet Vision Associates 205 Cameron, Tom 118, 119. 176 Cammarata. Maria 114, 169 Campbell. Paul 83. 93. 132 Canchola. Angelica 33, 76, 81, 84. 132 Canchola. Suzanna 76. 132 Cannon, Richard 84, 169 Cantu, Jennifer 169 Capp. Dawn 159 Capri Beauty Salon 193 Capua. Tina 169 Cardenas, James 157. 159 Carlson. Donald 115, 169 Carson, Nancy 81. 92. 132 Carniello, Christopher 132 Carpenter. Lisa 159 Carrigan, Lisa 132 Carrigan. Tina 169 Carrillo. Michelle 132 Caroll. Charles 176 Carson, Bill 102 Carter. Wendy 132 Carver, Teresa 159 Castlen, Joann 49. 73 Castlen, Jo 74, 176 Castellani. Louis 98, 111, 159 Castellanos, Anita 157 Catchur, John 98. 99 Cazangiu. Lesly 132 Century Consumer Mall 203 Century 21, Associates, Inc. 190 Century 21, Heritage 193 Chadd, Jeffery 132 Chambers. Dawn 132 Chandler. Kelly 159 Chapman. Patrick 157 Chase. Claudia 133 Cheerleaders 78, 79 Chentnik. Jane 129. 133 Chess Club 80, 81 Chiabai. Bridget 133 Chiabai. Rodney 100. 125. 169 Chidsey. Geoffrey 40. 81. 102, 169 Childress. Christine 7. 159 Chili Pepper 187 Choncoff. Chris 176 Christo, Angela 37, 81, 82, 83, 88. 89. 133, 213, 40 Christoff. Linda 12. 80, 81, 176 Christoff. Rebecca 74, 133, 40 Christos, Maria 83. 169 Christos, Stasia 159 Christy, Dan 133 Churilla. Matthew 169 Cimbaljevich, Chris 133 Ciochina. Diane 159 Civanich, Steve 169 Clarke, Janet 169 Cloonan. Daniel 159 Closing 212-216 Clubs 72-95 Cochran, Christopher 34, 40, 100. 125. 169 Coleman, Jolynn 159 Collie. Cynthia 33, 84, 133 Collins, Bobby 169 Colophon 211 Comeford, Michael 169 Comes, Roger 55 Computers 56, 57 Concert Choir 84, 85 Concret Constructors, Inc. 199 Conn. Bobbi 159 Conn. Gary 125 Conley, Dennis 176 Connelly, Maryann 159 Constantinides. Andrew 169 Cook, Amy 121. 133 Cook, Karen 112 Cookston, Brenda 169 Coppess. Mike 133 Corey. Patricia 159 Coria, Laura 159 Coto. Joe 133 Costakis. Bill 169 Covaciu. Thomas 159 Coyle. Natalie 76. 84, 159 Cozmanoff, Lenee 169 Creative Arts 80, 81 Crim, James 10, 159 Crist. L.J. 64 Cristo, Angie 40, 213 Croarkin. Mary 10. 14. 79. 87. 159 Cross Country 104, 105 Crowder. Kathi 105. 169. 174 Crowder, Vance 134 Crownover, Chris 169 Crownover. Tiffini 87, 159 Crusin’ 10, 11 Cruz. Carlos 169 Cruz, William 65, 118, 119, 134 Cucuz, Savo 122, 169 Culligan Water 185 Cullinan. Cheryl 159 Cunningham. Christine 126. 169 Curcio. Bradley 24, 40, 127, 169 Curcio. Brian 25. 40, 89, 94, 98. 99. 100. 126, 127, 130, 134 Curry Copy Center 184 Cuzman, John 127 Czarnecki, Carrie 40, 74, 92, 159 Dairy Queen 199 Dakich, Allison 79, 159 Daklilic. Samantha 169 Danbary Jewelers 190 Dances 18, 19 Daniel. Allen 83, 169 Daniel, Christine 40. 126, 159. 166 Daniel. Paula 134 Daniel. William 32, 33. 83. 169 Darkins. Denise 116, 159 Darkins. Toby 40. 89, 102. 103. 134 Darnell, Jeffrey 159 D ' Asto, Richard 115. 169 D ' Asto. Sherry 69, 79. 80. 81. 92. 159 D ' Asto. Thomas 24. 40. 89. 91. 94. 98. 134 Dating 34, 35 Davis, Linda 59, 67, 88. 89. 176 Dawson, Eileen 76. 84, 169 Deboy, Darren 127, 159, 214 Decathlon 88, 89 Decheske, Kendra 9, 134 Dee. David 159 Dee. Mike 169 Delta Family Restaurant Lounge 192 Demakas. Michael 100, 127, 169 Demitrakis, Katherine 127 Demmon, Timothy 169 Demo, Denise 159 Desatnick. John 134 Destefano. David 32, 33, 134. 214 Destefano. Paul 169 Dian, Lori 94, 114, 134 Dienes. Steve 159 Dillon, Blaine 159 Dimitri. Jim 127 Dimitri, Mark 40. 44, 45, 89, 94, 126. 127, 130, 134, 214 Dinatale, Michael 119, 169 Dittoe. Dwayne 169 Dittoe, Lawrence 92, 159 Dix. Debbie 159 Djinovich, Dragica 169 Dobrijevic. Ana 102, 169 Dobrowski, David 134, 145 Dockweiler, Dan 83. 159 Doeing, Ronald 157 Doeing, Sheri 169 Dogan, Donna 59. 76, 84. 91. 159 Domazet, Michelle 74, 134 Donahue, Angela 82. 83, 169 Donley, John 159 Dornburg, Joni 114, 159 Dougherty, Sean 98, 100. 127. 135 Dowd. Kenneth 159 Drake, John 169 Drakis, Becky 16, 40, 135 Drennan, Lynn 40, 83. 92. 169 Dobois, Andre 119. 132, 159 Dubowski, Domora 79, 169 Dudak, Jeannie 43. 76, 135 Dudak, Karen 37, 40, 116. 117. 149. 169 Dudak. Tomi 49 Duffy. Scott 159. 213 Dufresne. Christopher 159 Dukic. Ilija 135. 159 Dukic, Vojislav 122 Dulla, James 159 Duncan. Jennifer 3. 97, 106, 135 Dunkleburger. Kirk 82 Dunn. Donald 169 Duvall. Dennis 159 Dyman. Richard 98, 115. 159 Dziewicki, Dave 100. 169 East. Jim 109, 110 East. Kara 102, 103, 106. 153, 169 East. Marlene 178 Eaton. Wendy 126 Eaves. Donna 169 Eberle. Shawna 78. 79. 87. 117, 158, 159 Ebler, Richard 65, 176 Eck, Terry 84, 92, 159 Eckels, Warren 40, 74, 135 Ector, Karen 40, 106, 126, 159 Edgcomb, Jim 62, 81, 176, 179 Edwards, Jamie 82, 159 Eibel, Jennifer 18, 79, 102, 103, 121, 123, 159 Eibel Son, Inc. 191 Eibel. Susanna 43, 58, 87, 89, 135 Eich, Margaret 84, 135 Eleczko, Richard 159 Elegance Beauty Salon 190 Ellch, Kelly 59. 84 Elloitt, Anne 126, 159 Elliott, Don 157 Ellis, Timothy 100, 169 Eisner, Linda 169 Emerson, Russel 159 Emery, Denise 40, 45, 89, 135 English 50, 51 Enochs, James 81 Enzwiler, Mark 73. 160 Equihua, Lori 4, 84, 94, 160 Erdelack, Cathy 1 14 Erdelles, Tammy 84, 169 Ervin, Sharon 135 Espravnik, Naomi 169 Eubank, Neil 39, 98, 126, 127, 160. 214 Evans, Daniel 169 Evans, Laurell 40, 74, 86, 87, 88, 89, 135 Evanyo, Kenneth 169 Evdokiou, Kostas 135 Evett, Deon 160 Eyrich, Karen 92, 160 Fackler, Cliff 57, 176 Faculty 176-177 Faitz, Mary Grace 135 Falk, Dawne 135 Fargo, Patricia 40, 76, 135 Fausnaugh, Jeffery 157 Favretto, Diane 169 Fazekas, Tamara 169 FEA 74, 75 Feneck, Scott 135 Feeney, Tom 56, 67, 176 Ferentinos, Bess 3, 81. 169 Fesko, Mark 160 Feterick, Cynthia 169 FHA 74, 75 Fiacable, Pamela 135 Fiacable, Paul 98, 160 Figueroa, Chris 126 Figueroa, David 157 Figueroa, Rafael 157 Filipowicz, Susan 74, 169 Fine Arts 68, 69 First National Bank 199 Fish, Joe 160 Fitzgerald, Kevin 83, 135 Flamme, Scott 169 Flaharty, Garry 160 Flanegan, Mark 160 Flannery, James 136 Flannery, John 169 Flauding, Susan 74, 135 Fles, Valerie 160 Foddy’s 182 Football 98-101 Football Homecoming 12- 15 Foreign Language 52, 53 Foremski, Kathy 87, 160 Formal Dances 30, 31 Fossey, Cheryl 11, 40, 52, 91, 92. 160 Foster, Jim 160 Fox, Robert 43, 54 Fraley, Rob 157 Fraley, Sherida 169 Francis, Elizabeth 136 Frontal, James 160 Franz, Christine 67, 87, 94, 136 Franz, Tim 136 Frasca, Liz 178 Fratzke, Julie 15. 30. 92, 113, 160 Frazee, John 160 Freeman, Patty 37, 73. 74, 75. 136 French Club 92, 93 French, Danny 98, 109, 111, 125, 160, 214 Frey, Vicki 160 Froman, Deanna 136, 160 Froman, Kathleen 43, 114 Fry, Linda 51, 176 Fry, Christopher 68, 157 Fryer, David 169 Funder, Laurie 126, 149, 160 Funder, Lisa 116, 117, 129, 169 Furuness, Drew 122, 123, 176 Gainer Bank 188 Gallo, Deneane 126 Gary Camera 185 Gary Produce 195 Gawrysiak, John 136 Gayda, Rodney 10, 11. 160 Geary, Martin 98, 136 Geberin, Arthur 109, 111, 160 Gee, David 100, 119, 170 Gee. Deborah 74 Geib, Karie 170 Geib, Kathrina 136 Geisen, Scott 161 Gemeinhart, Lori 114, 136 George, Melissa 81, 170 Gerlach, Annette 135 Gerlach, Daniel 170 German Club 92, 93 Gianikos, Margaret 94, 114, 168, 170 Gill, Brian 161 Gill. Chris 161 Gill, Lisa 157 Gill. Marilyn 135 Gill, Terry 98, 161 Gilles, Gerald 170 Giordano, Amy 9, 84, 1 14, 126, 136 Giordano, Jill 114. 126, 137 Girls Glee 84, 85 Girls Basketball 112, 113 Glagola, George 98, 161 Glatz. Kristine 82, 137 Glenn, Ralph 161 Glibota, Brenda 170 Glitz, Jeffrey 161 Goad, Peter 115. 170 Goetze, Dorthy 64 Gojmerac, Danny 127, 161 Gojmerac, Jenny 170 Golding, Marlene 161 Golf 120, 121 Gomez, Alvaro 161 Gomez, Christina 170 Gonzales. Frank 119 Gonzalez, Carlos 157 Gonzalez, Marlette 84, 157 Gonzalez, Rolando 170 Goodwin, Lori 92, 95, 161 Goodwin and Ornelas 199 Goodman, Tracy 76, 84, 170 Gorgy, Rick 161 Gornick, Harry 170 Gornick, Gina 30, 34, 87, 166 Gornik, William 60, 127, 161 Gorski, Robert Gose, Terry 136 Gough, Doug 161 Govert, Kevin 137, 170 Govert, Ray 18. 89, 137, 124, 125, 141 Graduation 44, 45 Graeber. Cheryl 149, 161 Graeber, Laura 137 Grantham, Steven 51, 87, 137 Grecco Insurance 186 Green, Christine 137 Green, Daniel 98, 111, 161 Green, Robert 137 Greenberg, Susan 161, 181 Greene, Kimberly 40, 121, 137 Greene, Steven 137 Gress, Nancy 45, 116, 117, 137 Griffin, Scott 161 Griggs, Starla 137 Growing Tree 182 Gruber, Carol 20, 81, 84, 170 Grynovich, Frank 100, 168, 170 Guanajuato, Bernadette 74, 98, 138 Guanajuato. Eddie 82, 83, 138 Guardiola, Jesse 51, 161 Guba, Andrew 9 Guba, Camille 170 Guernsey, Doug 161 Guernsey, Gene 15 Guernsey, Sheri 126 Guernsey, Scott 161 Guerrero, Jorge 138 Guidance 58, 59 Guillen, Michelle 170 Guip, Caroline 73, 102, 103, 138 Gurgevich, Mike 161 Gustafson, Bob 100, 170 Gutjahr, Julie 161 Guy, Paula 170 Guzman, John 70, 105 Guzman, Danette 74, 76, 94, 161 Gyftakis, Kathrine 161 Gymnastics 116, 117 Haag, Karen 138 Habrych, Jill 18, 106, 161 Hafner, Alisa 161 Hafner, Earl 138 Haines, Anthony 65, 138, 157 Hair Affair 193 Hajvert, Linda 55, 161 Halkias, Eugenia 170 Halkias, Irene 15, 40, 89, 92, 138 Halkias, Mary 75, 198 Halsey, Dawn 170 Halsted, Dawn 12, 15, 24, 25, 138, 146 Halsted, Michele 64 Hamer, Kevin 122, 161 Hamilton, Mark 100, 170 Hamilton, Ray 47, 92 Hanas. Laura 17, 28, 34, 58, 92, 102, 149, 161 Hanisko, Kenneth 161 Hankins, Roger 98, 176 Haraburdo, Karin 138 Harder, Robert 10, 176 Harding, Mark 8, 98, 138 Hardt, Cheryl 32, 33, 40, 74, 81, 84, 139 Hargrove, Christopher 139 Harmon, Marlene 65, 178 Harms, Michael 139 Harney, Jim 139 Hart, Robert 157 Hartmann, Kenny 139 Hatala, Ellisa 16 Haupt, Ken 98, 99, 100, 153, 176 Haupt, Ken Jr. 52. 77, 82, 83, 98. 124, 125, 139, 153 Haupt, Patricia 14, 79, 82, 95, 123 Haviza, Tim 161 Hebert, Peter 170 Heiser, Roger 139 Heming, Kenneth 161 Henderson, Scott 115, 127 Hendrickson, Karen 84. 161 Hendrickson, Rick 100, 170 Henrichs, Melisa 3, 40, 44, 61, 106, 129, 139 Henry, David 139 Herbert, David 17, 24, 34, 37, 108, 109, 110, 161 Herbert, Linda 7 Herbert, Tom 42, 45, 137, 160, 174 Herft Jones 186 Hernandez, Richard 105, 127, 161 Hernandez. Santiago 161 Hess, Dean 91, 176 Hiatt, Jamie 161 Hicks, Tabatha 139 Higgins, Stacy 170 Higgins, Timothy 40. 139 Hill, Deanna 76, 161 Hill, Dick 176 Hill, Mary Kate 79, 94, 170 Hines, Daniel 170 Hines, Mark 139 Hinkle, Donna 157 Hippie, Barbara 80, 81, 92, 126, 170 Hirjak, Teresa 139 Hise, Shane 170 Hixon, Brian 170 Hofferber, Susan 170 Hogan, Dorothy 178 Hojnacki, Linda 157 Holland. Brian 170 Hollandsworth, Michel 161 Holodick, Clarissa 157 Home Economics 48, 49 Homolla, Jonna 170 Honor Society 88, 89 Horst, Kimberly 170 Horton, Ronda 139 Hovanec, Mary Kay 82, 83, 161 Howard, Bill 176 Howard, Jeffrey 18, 124, 125, 139 Howorth, Dave 170 Hoyt, Jamie 161 Hrabrich, David 170 Hronopoulos, Kollete 161 Huber, Kevin 161 Huddleston, Barbara 40, 139 Huddleston, Lynn 33, 84, 87, 161 Hudecek, Kenneth 139 Hudock, David 170 Huff, David 161 Hughes, Janice 176 Hughes, Kimberly 161 Huish, Kathleen 170 Hummel, Jeffrey 139 Hunter, Stewart 170 Hurey, Richard 119, 122, 176 Hutchens, Shelly 170 Hutchison, Max 121, 176 Hytche, Sonya 104, 105, 126, 161 Iglendza, Milan 170 Index 206-210 Indiana Federal 185 Inland Steel 192 Ippolito, Russell 56, 171 Irwin, Kristi 82, 83, 125. 161 Irwin, Traci 19, 139 Isenberg, Brent 111. 170 Ivetic, Radmila 161 Izsak, Sherman 98, 109 Jackson, Anthony 157 Jackson, Darla 161 Jaksa, Jacquelyn 139 Jamrok, Joe 127, 161 Janickovic, Mark 157 Jankowski, Mark 115, 170 Janovick, Philip 157 Jansen, Desiree 161 Janusz, Joseph 170 Jasiak, Elizabeth 33, 81, 83, 84. 94. 98, 161 Jasin, Janet 40, 48, 74, 126. 140 Jasnic, Branko 100, 122, 170 Jatczak, Susan 161, 213 Jeannine Eckert’s Salon 183 Jedynak, Lisa 140 Jeffries, Mary 52, 73, 92. 176 Jen, Robert 170 Jenks, Dan 125, 170 Jenks, Scott 54, 125, 140 Jennings, Keith 157 Jewell, Vicki 40, 81, 82, 83, 91, 140 Jim Lilley ' s Standard 183 Jim Shema’s Outdoor Sports 200 Jiminez, Richard 81, 83, 140 Jocic, Branko 14, 34, 87, 98, 99, 108. 109, 110. 122, 123, 140 Jocic, Danny 122, 170 Johnson, Allyn 76 Johnson, Carey 50, 76, 140 Johnson, Karen 92, 133, 161 Johnson, Robert 1 15, 122, 161 Johnson, Yvonne 157 Jolesky, Gail 126 Jolevski, Mary 170 Jones, Brent 161 Jones, Danny 140 Jones, James 161 Jones, Pam 74, 161 Jones, Sandra 91, 170 Jones, Steve 170 Jorgensen. Monty 170 Jose, Denise 157 Joyce, Tomothy 140 Juloski. Gail 10, 161 Juniors 158-167 Jurasevich. April 123, 161 Kacerski, Karl 161 Kachur, Rebecca 58, 161 Kacir, Jeff 115, 170 Kacmar, Lawerance 40, 98 111. 127, 161 Laegebein, Beth 157 Kapitan, Laura 92, 93, 106, 161 Karabetsos, Lena 76, 77, 161 Karamacoski, Kire 162 Karas, Anastasia 162 Kardoulias, Paul 170 Karras, Gregory 89, 94, 98, 140, 145 Karson, Chris 119 Kasarda, Jerry 11, 37. 91, 176 Kaschak, Rita 170 207 INDEX Kaser. Marla 102, 103. 140 Kasper. Joseph 100. 170 Kasprzak. Karen 7, 40. 83. 94. 116, 117. 170 Kasprzak. Paul 83, 105. 163 Katris. Frances 76. 162 Kaurich, James 140 Kaurich. Kelly 122. 127, 162 Kaurich. Kevin 100. 170 Kawicki, Andrea 39, 62, 87, 89. 94. 162 Keegan. Lynette 170 Keeze, Mona 170 Kelley. Cheri 83. 170 Kelly Services 190 Kendron. Robin 87. 162 Kendt. Kathleen 82. 170 Keneson. Eric 170 Kenney. Cheryl 170 Kepshire. John 140 Kerns. Danette 40. 74. 140 Kersteff. Corky 125. 162 Kerulis. Christopher 100. 125, 170 Key Club 90, 91 Kidd. Lori 171 Kierzkowski, David 18. 87. 126. 127, 140 Kierzkowski. Jeanine 116. 117. 170 Kim, Min 140 Kimberling. Kathryn 3. 140 Kincaid, Marylee 170 King. Jessie 20. 21. 32. 33, 40, 74. 81. 84. 140. 214 Kirby. Roman 11. 91. 98, 162 Kirby. Ronald 11. 84. 91. 162 Kiriakopoulis, Harriet 162 Kirk. Albert 33. 84 Kirk, Benay 84, 162 Kirk, Nancy 162 Kirksey, Karen 24. 25. 30. 39. 94. 162 Kish, Natalie 66, 162 Kish. Steven 125. 171 Klevikas. Mike 119 Klimaszewski, Paul 115. 162 Klingaman, Charles 171 Klinger, Doug 140 Klooster. Ted 64 Knish, Matthew 162 Knop. Melody 126, 171 Knopf. Myshelle 40. 141 Knoth. Sharon 177 Koby. Barbara 50. 51. 177 Koedyker. Kurt 162 Komp. Dirk 162 Koenig. Tracy 83. 113, 171 Kontor. Jeff 24. 38. 108. 109. 110. 137. 141 Koonce, Charles 162 Korakakis. Alexia 171 Kormos. Beth 15. 141 Kosac. Craig 24. 25, 3. 8. 98. 100. 141. 146. 125 Kosak, Susan 92. 95 Kosaris. Pamela 171 Kostur. Eli 122. 141 Kostyal. Karen 82, 83. 171 Kourtesis. Irene 24, 40. 74. 92. 141. 160 Kouskousakis. Anna 141 Kouskousakis. John 1 19 Kouvelas. Kristine 87, 141 Kovacevic. Adam 157 Kowal. Frankie 114. 171 Kowal, Mike 115 Koystal, Karen 171 Kozak, Susan 76, 83, 89, 141 Kozielski. Mary 82, 83. 171 Krantz, Robert 162 Krasich, Joann 33, 141 Krausnick, James 40. 171 Krausnick, John 42. 82. 157 Krawczyk, Karol 83, 162 Kray. Michelle 4, 94. 162 Krecik. Brian 127. 171 Krecik, Carolyn 171 Krecik. Daniel 141 Krmpotich. Ken 109. 162 Krol. Kathryn 40. 89. 90. 142 Kroll. Christine 11. 84. 91. 162 Krstanovski, Jugada 142 Krumpitch, Ken 66 Krumpos. Robert 157 Kruppa. Linda 10. 67, 142. 216 Krutz. Christopher 100, 171 Krutz. Mark 124. 125, 162 Kubiak, Jim 142 Kuchta. Karen 171 Kurtesis. Irene 73 Kutanovski. Walter 171 Kuzemka. Shelly 162 Kvachkoff. Dan 171 Labash, Philip 33. 40. 89. 142 Lach. Peggy 11. 65. 91. 162 Lackey. Peter 100, 171 Lackovic, Jasmina 162 Lackovic. Marina 171 Lacoss. Jeffery 142 Lafoone, Nancy 171 Lagenoek, Ron 142 Lamarca. Richard 142 Lamb, Rhonda 142 Lamfalusi. Cynthia 14. 15. 37. 40. 41. 76. 89. 92. 141. 142 Langbehn. Anita 171 Larson, Jennifer 74, 113. 213 Laser. Christel 82. 142 Laughead, Michelle 171 Laughead. Susie 171 Laviolette, Kim 171 Law, Jeff 125. 171 Lawrence, Stacy 40. 114, 171 Lax. Suzanne 18, 79, 94. 114. 168. 171 Layman. Robin 74, 75. 142 Lea. Krista 74, 143 Lear. Joanna 143 Lear. Katherine 76, 171 Leas, Gladys 177 Leaser. John 162 LeDuc. Judy 177 Lee. Jeff 83. 171 Lee. Nicole 171 Lekar, Damon 143 Lennertz Oldsmobile 186 Leon. Fernando 171 Leontaras. Steven 162 � Lepley. Brian 82. 83. 171 Leposky. Mandy 7, 23, 129, 143. 153 Leposky. Margaret 178 Lepp. Tracy 92. 162 Lesniak. Richard 97. 115. 171 Lester, Mike 115 Levenson. Lynette 83. 84. 171 Lewandowski, Donna 67. 171. 194 Lewin. William 143 Lewis. Eleanor 177 Lewis. Gregg 157 Lewis. Sherman 41. 67 Liapes, Chuck 143 Lieber, Mark 11. 63, 82. 83. 91, 162 Lilly. Janice 40. 43. 87. 89, 113. 143. 213 Lind, Doug 105. 162 Lindborg, Colette 33. 40. 82. 83. 162 Lines. Sandra 162 Upton. Tom 120, 121. 162 Lisch. Michael 40. 119. 171 Lisek, James 100, 171 Lobody, Michael 162 Lockhart. Steven 36, 143 Lockridge. Kevin 83. 171 Loesch. Karl 143 Loomis Cycle 195 Lopez, Ana 105, 162 Lopez. Angela 40, 171 Lopez. Eduardo 40. 98. 143 Lopez. Gwyn 171 Lopez. Lawrence 59, 125. 171 Louie. Guy 162 Lovely. Tomi 91. 143 Lozanoski. Paul 40. 89. 98. 122. 123. 143 Lucas. Larry 162 Lucas. Mark 119. 171 Lucas. Mike 171 Luck, Wendy 157 Luczak. Mike 171 Luebcke. David 143 Luna. Ben 162 Lunsford, Don 157 Luptak, Timothy 143 Luttinen, Robert 143 Luttinen. Viola 171 Luytgaarden, Diane 143 Lynn, Christie 123, 171 Lynn, Jeffery 162 Lynn. Mark 162 Lytle. Hurt 162 Macchia. Michael 127. 162 Machnik, Penny 82, 83, 92, 162 Mack. Jay 24. 25. 47, 50. 98. 118. 119. 162 Mackanos. Steven 162 Mackey, Fenton 125 Madsen, Ken 157 Magee. Lisa 143 Magiera. Thomas 119 Maginot. Lois 162 Magry. David 82. 83. 171 Mahaffey, Charles 57. 143 Mahaffey. Mark 119. 162, 180. 182 Maihoffer. Ron 126, 127. 162 Mains, Tina 143 Majcher. Brian 100. 171 Majstorovich, Millie 4. 143. 181 Maletta. Lisa 74. 144. 213 Malicki. Geri 162 Malocha. Catherine 40. 88. 162, 171 Malocha. John 15. 24, 92. 144 ‘ Maloney. Cathleen 84 Maloney. Jeffrey 33. 81. 84, 162 Maloney, Jill 172 Mandon. Diane 177 Manigault. Kimberly 177 Manis. Sandra 172, 173 Manjarrez, Jeffrey 172 Manoski, Beth 144 Marando, James 19. 82. 83, 102. 103. 162 Marching Band 82, 83 Margaret ' s Hair Design 200 Margaris, Dennis 162 Marino. Deborah 83. 14 4 Markovich, Donald 162 Marks. George 39. 115, 144 Marsee. Darren 157 Marovich, Michelle 172 Marson. John 172 Martin. Jeff 162 Martin. Suzanne 144 Martin. Tom 98, 125. 162 Martinez. Elizabeth 165. 172 Martines. Fernando 104. 105. 144 Maryonovich, Darleen 40, 172 Mason. Gregg 144 Massa, Christopher 30. 109. 157 Massey, Roger 172 Massow. Tamara 172 Math 56, 57 Mathis. Daniel 162 Mathis. Maryann 102, 172 Mattingly. Darrin 144 Matthews. Paul 17. 162 Matysiak, Shirley 58. 177 Mavros. George 122. 127. 162 McAnally, Sarah 116, 117, 144 McBrayer. Donna 40, 81. 82. 83. 144 McCann. Fred 144 McCarthy. Melinda 40. 162 McCarthy, William 162 McCloud, Donna 17. 76, 162 McClure. Kerry 162 McConnell. Earl 157 McCowan, Annette 144 McCoy. Pat 76. 91. 172 McCoy. William 81. 82. 83. 144 McCroskey. Melissa 84. 162 McDaniel. Diane 157 McEllis. Bill 144 McGee. Joanie 98, 162 McGuckin. Robert 84. 172 McGuire. Greg 162 Mclntire. Curt 11. 162 McKay. Karen 162 McKee, David 144 McKinney, Jack 86. 87. 119, 162 McMillan. Wayne 172 McNally. Patricia 47, 123. 144 McPherson, Deanna 116. 117 Meade. Kim 84, 163 Meadows. Darin 163 Meadaus. Lisa 163 Meadows Flowers and Gifts 195 Mecchia, Stacy 172 Megquier. David 127, 163 Melcher. Woody 119 Merced, Caesar 172 Merced, Mark 163 Merrillville Bank Trust 187 Merrillvillr License Bureau 200 Mesarch, Michael 40. 127. 163 Meschede. Mike 24. 28, 105. 108. 109. 110. 111. 144, 149 Mestrovich, Thomas 172 Metcalf. Bill 125. 177 Metcalf, Dave 105. 144 Metcalf. Diane 126. 172 Methodist Hospital 194 Metlov. Pete 122. 172 Metros, Susan 163 Metz. Alicia 18 Meus, Steve 163. 216 Meznarick, Joanne 144 Michael. Eric 30, 87, 89. 94. 97. 163 Michael, Steven 98, 163 Micic, Sava 40. 95. 122, 163 Midgett. Thomas 100, 172 Mihal. Tom 11. 40. 87. 163. 180 Mihelic. Rudy 120, 121, 145 Mihok. Deborah 62, 92 Mikulich. John 172 Mikula, Faith 74, 75, 145 Mikula. Jason 82. 105. 115, 172 Miles. Wally 145 Miljkovic. Nada 145 Miller. Christopher 40. 54. 127. 145 Miller, Jeffrey 98, 145 Miller. John 163 Miller. Maggie 178 Miller. Mona 177 Miller, Neil 98. 120, 121, 145 Miller. Renea 91. 94, 163 Miller, Terrence 172 Miller, Toni 126 Miner. Erik 100, 101, 119. 172 Miner, Margaret 172 Miner, Michael 17, 98. 119, 163 Mirich. Diana 74. 76. 81. 84, 126, 144. 105 Mischler, Rene 116, 126 Miskuf, Joseph 145 Mitchell, Tom 177 Mitchell. Michelle 74, 172 Mixell. Ray 177 Mizerak. Scott 87. 157 Modglin. Chris 43. 73. 92. 145 Modglin. Scott 3. 163 Modrak, Lisa 114. 172 Modrak, Tamera 62. 163 Mohamed, Jackie 82. 83. 92. 172 Mohoi, George 100. 172 Mokol. Michael 163 Mokol. Michelle 145 Molchan, Dan 71, 177 Moody. Jim 105 Moore. Kenneth 20 Moore. Kimberly 146 Moore, Robert 98. 109. 125. 163 Moore. Shari 24. 40, 43, 87. 89. 94. 111. 112. 113. 145 Moore. Susan 76. 84. 172 Morgan. Betty 177 Morillon, Eric 163 Morris. Melissa 82. 163 Morris. Pamela 82. 83. 172 Morrow. Joe 81, 177 Mowery. Kevin 120, 172 Mriscin, David 98, 1 19, 146 Mr. Steak 195 Mucha, Wally 127 Mulloy. Patrick 94, 123. 177 Mummey, Sheri 74. 145 Mundell. Scott 37, 119, 138. 145 Mundell. Steve 119 Murphy. Colleen 157 Murphy, Kathleen 84, 172 Murray, Glory 74, 75. 81, 87. 94. 146 Musser. Lee 83. 172 Nail Boutique 190 National News 26, 27 Nash. Cheryl 177 Nash. Joe 115 Naspinsik. Mathew 98. 109. 110. 163 Naumoski, Marcia 84. 92. 126. 172 Navarro, Theresa 28, 163 Nawrocki. James 93. 146. 163 Nealon. Christopher 146 Nealon, Pat 102 Neis, Lisa 74. 172. 194 Neimeyer, Dale 129. 164 Neskes. Denise 163 Neulip, Jack 126 Newman, Brain 172 Newman. Carol 76. 172 208 INDEX Newsmakers 36, 37 119, 147 Portlock, Patrick 164 Reynolds, Michael 149 Schneider, Jeffrey 151 Newspaper 86, 87 Pappas, Valerie 29, 92, 94, Potamianos, Vakis 82, 83, Rhodes, Jon 4, 12, 98. 1 19, Schneider, Tracy 79, 174 Nickolov, Jim 1 14. 115 106, 164 100 150 Schnick. Janice 84, 165 Nicksic, Robert 119, 172 Pardus, Philip 32, 84, 164 Poti, Christine 12, 164 Rhymer, John 173 Schoenfeld, Craig 81, 84 Micksic, Valerie 84, 164 Parker, Craig 24, 42, 105, Potter, Jennifer 33, 84, 164 Ribordy’s 203 98, 151. 157 ' Jicolich, Dawn 141, 146 127. 147 Poturalski, Susan 148 Riccardi, Scott 40, 164 Scholz, Kimberly 126, 157 sliksch. Diane 9, 40, 146 Parker, James 164 Powell, Charles 173 Rice, Jeff 98. 164 Schoon, James 150 ' Jiles, Richard 40, 98, 164 Parkhurst, Jim 164 Powell, Dale 164 Richardson, Heidi 164 Schreiber, Joe 165 Mims, Philip 157 Parkhurst, Russell 82, 83, 164 Powell, Patricia 173 Richmond, Timothy 150 Schreiber, John 165 Nixon, John 146 Park-it-Mart 197 Poxon, Dolores 177, 179 Richter, Barbara 178, 179 Schrieber, Michael 157 Nixon, Sheri 146 Parks, Barbara 34, 84, 172 Poxon, Diane 164 Riddle, Sheryl 20, 81, 84, Schreiner, Walter 165 -orris, Leonard 164 Parlock, Julie 147 Prentosky, Suzana 164 173 Schrenker, Eric 40, 77, 98, ■Jorris, Suzie 97, 164 Parpart, Robert 81, 84, 172 Press. Robert 148 Riese, Deanna 61, 113, 164 100, 151 lovoa. Jeanne 147 Parsons, William 60, 172 Prgomelja, Deborah 11, 164 Riese, Mark 173 Schrenker, Robert 64 Novreske, Deborah 84, 147 Paschia, Marco 147 Price, Shirley 81, 84, 92, 173 Riese. Michelle 164 Schuck, Tracy 174 lunes, Dan 1 19 Passaloukos, Angela 148. Primer, Lisa 102, 103, 121, Riese, Timothy 28, 150, 125 Schulte’s Standard 199 Munley, Dusti 4, 172 160 164 Riley, Lisa 173 Schultz, Kathy 33, 81 Nuzzo. Sherrie 147 Pastor, Jefferey 40, 81, 172 Patrons 204 Patterson, Shari 40, 148 Paul, Robert 157 Primich, Melissa 94, 173 Procopi, Karen 148 Proctor, Daniel 57, 81, 84, 85, 164 Ring, John 173 Risner, Greg 173 Risteski, Suzana 164 Rivera. Rosemary 173 Schultze, Ronald 151 Schulz, Paul 157 Schuster, Gregory 32, 40, 127, 158, 165 Obregon, Bridget 157 Pavel, Christine 37. 74, 75, Professional Patrons 205 Roberts, Amy 116, 126 Schuster, Roger 98 Dchoa, Timothy 40, 147 177 Prom 38, 39 Roberts. Bill 1 16 Schutz, Linda 11, 91, 165 O ' Deen. Robin 87, 94, 137, Pavel, George 115, 172 Pruitt, Scott 173 Roberts, Diane 116 Schuyler. Paul 64, 65, 179 164, 173 Pavlopoulos. Andy 172 Pruzin. Kathryn 149 Robinson, Jeff 52. 173 Science 60, 61 O ' Dor. Vivian 172 Pavot, Maria 84, 91. 92, 164 Psaros, Christine 40, 76, 173 Robinson, Michael 173 Science Club 74, 75 OEA 74, 75 Pavot, Robert 172 Puntillo, Joan 40, 84, 149 Robinson, Richard 9, 20, 40. Scott, David 125, 174 Office Furniture Pearson, David 148 Purkey’s Standard Service 81, 83, 89, 92, 150 Scott, Susan 87, 94, 165 Warehouse 200 Pearson, Doug 98, 164 186 Rodriguez, Oscar 100, 119, Seale, John 177 giego. Angela 164 Pearson, Karen 76, 173, 174 Puskar, Edward 125, 149 173 Sears, Timothy 157 -]iego. Jeff 42, 98, 147 Pederson, Kathrin 45, 121, Puskar, Michael 164 Roe, Linda 20, 21. 33, 40, Sekuloski, John 82, 174 ooiego, Jennifer 116 148, 149 Puskar, Steve 115 84. 150 Sell, Charles 154, 157, 186 Dejnik. Jeffrey 147 Peller, Tom 57, 129, 177 Putz, Bernadine 177 Rogers, Denise 164 Semper, Scott 42, 105, 151 lejnik, Lisa 126, 172 Pennock, Janet 178 Putz, George 64 Rodgers. Donald 104, 105, Seniors 130-157 livadoti, Maria 9, 147 People 128-179 Pysh, Leoanrd 37, 40, 41, 173 Senior Week 42, 43 , livadoti, Onofrio 9, 33, 81, Pep Club 76, 77 44. 45, 82, 88, 89, 94, 149. Rogers, James 164 Sever, Nadene 79, 165, 174 •jl. 84, 164 Pepe’s 193 213 Rolff, Edward 150 Shakey ' s 183 C liver, Kathy 47, 81, 84, 147 Oliver, Mike 98, 147 ' jace, William 30, 147, 122 .lie. Douglas 164 Pepsi 197 Perez, Christine 79, 129, 173 Perez, Ferdinando 148 Perez, Marco 122, 164 Pysh, Steve 164 2 Quallizza, Janis 64 Quest Club 90, 91 Quill and Scroll 88, 89 ft Roman, Luis 164 Root Photographers 203 Rose, Charles 150 Rose, Cynthia 164 Sharp, Andy 151 Sharp, Joan 151 Sharp, Scott 151 Shay, Christine 82, 174 • ' son, Catherine 76, 92, Perry, Martha 164 Rose, Dan 74, 81, 84, 92, Shayotovich, Mike 97, 98, ’64 Perry’s Restaurant 188 164 99. 100. 125, 165 Olszewski, Dave 164 Perryman, Kenn 127 Rose, Greg 165 Sheehy, John 165 Ooms, Roger 164 ienlng 1-5 chestra 82, 83 • Rourke, Kevin 164 Personal Touch Cleaners 198 Peters, Bill 11, 91, 164 Peters, John 30, 164 Rose, Sherri 150 Rosenbaim, David 111, 173 Rosenbalm, Scott 125 Roszowski, Daniel 98, 150 Shelton, Angela 165 Shelton, Noble 151 Sheptock, Mark 151 Sheub, Fred 186 ten, Deanne 164 Peters, Kimberly 137, 148 Rachford, John 100, Roth, Jennifer 150 Shimley, Brain 60, 165 D ten, Karen 157 Peterson, Jim 157 173 Rouhselang, David 150 Shinabarger, Erin 165 tiz. Mike 172 Peterson, Mary 83, 173 Radjenovich, Rajko 158 Rouhselang, Timothy 174 Shinovich, Lori 30, 76, 174 Osoba, Stephan 89, 115, Peterson, Michael 164 Radu, Alan 98, 164 Routsolias, Pete 165 Shinovich, Suzanne 82, 151 164 Petroff, Jeff 40, 80, 148, 184 Raehl, Daniel 173 Rubush, James 40, 41, 81, Shirey, Michael 151 ■ )‘ano, Nancy 172 Petroff, Lisa 76, 173 Raehl, Esther 57, 157 98, 150 Shirey, Richard 174 O ' ano, Richard 172 Petroff, Neil 173 Rakos, Ron 149 Rubush, Jerry 165 Shrader, Brad 82, 92 • ano, Robert 147 Petrovich, Rade 148, 214 Rainford, Richard 164 Runholt, Mark 83, 174 Shultz, Kathleen 84, 152 ztt, Dean 18. 30, 98, 147, Peyton, Larry 148 Ramsey, John 149 Runholt, Thomas 32, 33, 81, Sibincic, Jamie 152 93 Pfeifer, Pamela 164 Ramuscak, Diane 17, 56, 82, 83, 84. 92. 151 Sierkowski, Johnathan 174 Dtterbacher. Jon 172 Phillips, Trisha 173 76, 145, 149 Runholt, Timothy 20. 32, 33, Sikula, Michelle 24, 25, 94, ONerbacher. Scott 20, 83 Photographers 86, 87 Ramusack, Steven 95, 97, 81, 82, 83, 151 126, 168, 174 )wen. Cynthia 39, 147 Physical Education 70, 71 102. 103, 120, 121. 164 Russell, John 165 Silva. Teresa 84, 165 Owen. Robin 172 Piaseczny, Steven 173 Randall, Michael 100, 173 Ruszkiewicz, Andrea 74, 151 Simic, Tim 152 Ozimec, Margaret 177 Pienta, Joseph 40, 92, 93, 109, 148 Pierce, Jill 173 Pigott, Sharin 40, 87, 89, Randhan, Kathleen 74, 149, 173 Rapp ' s 182 Rassbach, Robert 53, 164 Rzetelny, Agnes 174 $ Simmons, Steven 83, 165 Simonovski, Paul 43, 157 Singer, Brain 100, 111, 125, 174 Pachapa, Kim 40, 74. 164 Rathjen, Candace 15, 40, SADD 90, 91 Sivanich, Steve 125 8°. 164 Pilatos, Nomiki 164 123, 173, 214 Sakes, Andy 133, 151 Sizzler Family Steak House i uific. Paul 90 Pimentel, Mike 164 Ray, James 173 Saliwonczyk, Greg 165 187 ! V:i osetters 195 Piontek, Steven 148 Real MHS Students 22, 23 Sanders, Bonnie 53, 177 Skaggs, Lisa 152 dgett, David 83, 172 PIP 182 Reder, Cindy 83, 149 Sanko, Robin 87, 89, 104, Skaltsas, Thomas 152 ! loqett, Stephen 147 Piunti, Sandy 164 Reder, Laura 164 105, 126, 165 Slade, Linda 157 ■ ■ ’ige, William 164 Planojevic, Barbara 164 Reeves, Brian 109, 125, 164 Santelik, Pete 65 Slade, William 80, 165 ■ ' ai.iier, Todd 164 Play Productions 20, 21 Reeves Flowerama 188 Santiago. George 155, 171 Slupczynski, Michelle 174, ' -’ ' T ' a s, Elizabeth 8, 79, 87, Plesha, Regan 126 Regan, Mike 62, 113, 177 Santiago, Suzette 151 194 1 i4 Plesha, Stecy 116, 126, 164 Regan, Nina 157 Santos, Mary 165 Slys, Don 61, 109, 111 ampalone Insurance Pluchinsky, Joseph 173 Regeski, Lisa 64, 164 Santos. Paul 165 Smallman. Ben 165 Agency 197 Plumb, Donalee 164 Reinhart, Jerry 85, 177 Sapper, Scott 100, 174 Smith, Daniel 152 , Panas, John 157 Plumer, Samuel 148 Reinhart, Laurie 20, 33, 81, Sarantis, Christine 174 Smith, Jean 178 i Pantelic, Svetlana 102, 103, P M Sporting Goods 188 84, 94. 149 Sauerman, Laura 57 Smith, Leigh 81, 165 164 Pokrajac, Vesna 148 Rendina, Judy 11, 91, 92, Savich, Yvette 60, 165 Smith, Laury 174 Papadopoulos. Tom 114, Poling, Nanci 9, 79, 148 164 Sawochka, Pamela 102, Smith. Norman 165 122 Pon Poms 76, 77 Renner, Randy 164 103. 151 Smith, Penny 166 Papageorge. Kandy 40. Popa, Bryan 115, 172 Renner, Rick 120, 121, 149 Scheffer, Michael 174 Smith, Ronald 111, 174 147, 74 Popa, Connie 148 Repar, Lillian 164 Scheub, Bob 14, 98, 165 Smolar, Brian 152 1 Papagiannis, Anthi 172 Poponas. George 173 Revue 32, 33 Schlotterbeck, Kimberly 165 Smolar, Tracy 174 Papagiannis, Eleni 157 Popp, Steve 148 Rey, Jeff 40, 173 Schmidt, Mark 98, 125, 165 Smolnicky, Karen 76, 166 ' Pappas, Nicholas 89, 94, r Portlock, Brian 100, 111, 173 Reynolds, Kristine 126, 173 Schmuck, Violet 177 Smurdon, Joseph 174 209 INDEX Smurdon, Thomas 152 Soccer 122, 123 Social Studies 62, 63 Soderlund. Lawrence 166 Softball 122, 123 Sohacki. Sheri 40. 79. 174 Sokol. Christine 152 Solich. Janean 152 Solich, Vi 178 Soljanski. Zoran 152 Soltis. Stephanie 84, 174 Soos. Frank 152 Sopczak, Jeff 94, 98, 166, 174 Sophomores 168-175 Sorbello. Jodi 152 Sormaz, Helen 157 Sormaz. Ned 174 Southlake Printing 188 Spangler, Rob 166 Spanish Club 92, 93 Spasoff Studios 189 Spencer, Theresa 166 Spiro, Irene 53, 92 Spiroff. Dawn 15. 17. 20. 76, 89. 94. 130. 152. 216 Spiru, Louis 8. 39. 98. 152 Spitz. Patricia 123. 174 Spitz, Susan 94. 123. 166 Sports 96-127 Spott. Harry 174 Spradley, Lori 174 Spurlock. Becky 166 Spurlock. Joe 83, 174 St. Germain. Brett 100, 125. 174 St. Germain. Jeffrey 98, 125. 166 St. Myers. Randall 153 Staff 178, 179 Stallings, Margaret 177 Stanik, Carrole 126. 166 Stanley, Katherine 133. 152. 157 Starkey. Joe 106, 123 Stasak. Richard 174 Stefanelli, Paula 174 Stefanovic, Biljana 166 Steffus. Daniel 174 Stefoski. Alex 166 Steiner. John 174 Steiner. Sally 152 Steininger. Dan 114, 115, 126, 152. 166 Stephan, Bob 4, 37. 40. 88. 89. 94. 102. 103. 153. 312 Steve Black Towing 197 Stevens. Scott 119, 166 Stewart. Janet 83. 126, 174 Stewart. Jeff 98. 153 Stewart’s Business 197 Stiles. Margaret 177 Stoelting. Lyle 126 Stojanovic. Donna 153 Stojanovski. Alex 87, 166 Stoltz, Linda 166 Stone. John 37, 65 Stone. Kimberly 166 Stone, Ruth 65 Stooksbury, Amy 92, 174 Storey. Brett 18, 98. 166 Storey. Brian 119 Strack Van Til 203 Strong. Lori 166 Stryczek. Diane 166 Student Council 94, 95 Student Life 6-45 Suckey, Troy 153 Summers. Fred 127 Sunshine Society 94, 95 Sutka, John 174 Sutka. Joseph 174 Sullivan. Daniel 82. 83. 174 Sullivan Sherri 126 Sullivan, Timothy 115. 174 Summer 8, 9 Summers. Freddy 100. 174 Surowiec. Lisa 40. 153 Suvajac. Srecko 122. 153 Swartout, Laura 153 Swift, Kennith 166 Swimming 114, 115 Swinson, Michael 174 Swinson, Richard 157 Swisher. Darrell 153 Swisher. Ninette 84. 153 Sylwestrowicz, Curt 174 Szafranski. Michele 153 Szymaszek. Jane 166 Szynalski, Carla 157 Tabar. Richard 47, 153 Takis, Michael 166. 167 Talmadge. Gene 63. 145 Tanke. Valerie 87. 88, 89, 177 Tants, Deno 100, 174 Tarchala, Traci 154. 174 Tasicas. Gus 166 Tasicas. Jean 76. 174 Tavaras. John 166 Taylor, Marty 154 Teeter. Carol 71 Teets, Kimberly 154 Teller. Joseph 154 Tennis 102, 103 Terek. Scott 37. 40. 62, 74. 88, 89. 109. 166, 213 Terry. Troy 23. 87, 154 Tesanovich, Mark 166, 175 Tesanovich, Michelle 74. 91, 154 Testing 66, 67 Tharp, Sandra 106, 166 Theodor ' s Family Restaurant 191 Thespians 80, 81 Thomas, Ed 157 Thomas, Luanne 33. 84, 91, 166 Thomas, Nicholas 175 Thompson, Annette 154 Thompson. Dorothy 177 Thompson, Kathy 166 Thompson, Jennifer 9, 40. 89. 94. 105. 106. 112. 113, 134, 137. 141. 154 Thompson. Mark 87. 166 Thompson. Randy 175 Thurman, Tina 175 Thurman. Tracie 167 Tidwell. Lisa 40. 76. 82, 83. 102. 175 Timmons. Dawn 167 Tindell, Aretta 157 Tipton. Carolyn 70. 177 Tipton, Charles 100. 125, 175 Tobias. Christopher 100, 125. 175 Toigo, Suzanne 154. 200 Tukarz, Steve 167 Tomak, Paul 33. 80, 81. 84, 167 Tomb. Brian 40. 175 Tomb. Jeffrey 100. 175 Tompkins, Brenda 74, 166 Torres, Deanna 175 Torres, Diane 76, 154 Torres, John 175 Traber, Michelle 76. 175 Track 126, 127 Traficante, Angela 76, 77. 87. 89, 160. 167 Travis. Kelly 61, 76. 84. 175 Travis, Steven 154 Trendsetters 16, 17 Tretter. Brian 20. 33. 40. 81, 84. 154 Trkulja, Michelle 84, 155 Trowbridge, Alice 155 Troxell. Wendy 175 Trpkovski, Paul 100. 122. 175 Truitt, Rhonda 175 Trzaska, D eborah 123, 155 Trzaska, Patricia 167 Tsampis. Vicky 40. 87, 89. 94. 155 Tsataros, Danny 92. 94. 175 Tubbs, Barbra 155 Tucker, Janice 155 Tuft, Scott 167, 184 Tully, Carl 40. 94. 126. 127. 155 Turean, Jennifer 155 Turner. Crystal 175 Turner, Ken 118 Turnipseed, Lisa 175 Tyler. Jerome 167 Underwood, Larry 167 underwood. Lisa 155 Underwood. Robert 167 Urban, Kathleen 167 Urbanczyk, Kevin 175 Urbanczyk, Richard 155 Urbano. Rodney 93, 130, 155 Utpatel, Kerry 175. 179 Valasquez. Greg 157 Valdes, Jill 83. 175 Valenti. Laura 155 Vallese, Brian 119, 175 Vana. Cheryl 82. 83. 94, 175 VanArsdale. Linda 70. 175 Vanna, Ronald 19, 81, 157 Vanscoyk, Tammy 82, 83, 167 VanTil, Scott 167 Varela, Elizabeth 175 Vargas, Steve 175 Vasquez, Donna 49, 82, 167 Vasquez, Mario 167 Vasquez. Rene 175 Vavra, Anne 17, 155 Velveteens 84, 85 Vendl, Jeffrey 175 Verbancic. Michael 157 Verbancic. Timothy 167 Vergin. Gigi 3. 10. 127. 155 Vermillion, Diane 40. 106. 107, 113, 153. 155 Vermillion, Jim 75. 133, 153. 177 Vespo, Daniel 163. 167 Vessely. Valerie 15, 39, 40, 79. 153 Vician. Joeleen 175 Vigland, Tiffany 175 Villagran. Christine 167 Villaire, Christine 33. 82. 83. 175 Villanueva. Mary 79. 175 Villarreal, Monica 155 Vincent, Mark 111, 109 Viramontes. Adrienne 84, 175 Virgo. Catherine 155 Vitalone. Dino 167 Vite, Kevin 167 Vlasic. Ronald 167 Vlasic. Thomas 175 Vocalteens 84, 85 Vocational Training 54, 55 Volleyball 106, 107 VonBehren. Carol 49. 74, 177 Vowell. Shawn 98. 167 Vraniskoski. Rose 67. 87. 155 Vrtikapa. Laura 17. 58. 126, 167. 213 Vulinovic, Bosko 167 Vulinovic, George 175 Wachowski. James 155 Wade. Robin 87. 40, 126, 156 Waldrop, Joanne 175 Wallace, Lisa 156 Walsh. Linda 40. 83. 92. 94, 175 Walter Cook Insurance 183 Walther, Jennifer 162 Warden, Liz 123, 167 Warn, Wayne 163 Warren, Jefferey 175 Waters. Douglas 68, 87. 98, 156 Watkins, Karen 156 Weaver. Jeff 156 Webb, George 167 Webb. Jean 126. 178 Weger, Elizabeth 79. 84, 174 Weiser. Christopher 28, 105. 127 Weissert, David 34. 157 Welch, Christine 167 Welch, Peggy 156 Wendy ' s 198 Wengel, Jeffrey 156 Wengel, John 167 Werner. Elizabeth 74. 175 Westcott, Lisa 57. 163, 174 Westphal. Shelly 167 Wharton. Charlene 167 What is there to do? 28, 29 Wheat. Bill 175 White, Gregory 157 White. Robert 157 Whittemore. Richard 167 Whittier, Shellene 156 Wielgus. Deborah 156 Wieser, Chris 167 Wikse, Daniel 40, 91, 94, 102, 167 Wilcox. Corie 175 Wilczynski, John 111 Wilczynski, Pamela 97. 106, 123. 175 Wilczynski. Steve 40, 125. 156 Wiles, Ed 121 Wiles, Tom 156 Wilk. Diane 106. 167 Wilk, Matthew 28. 55. 98. 167 Wilkison. Lisa 40. 82. 83. 89 156 Williams. Greg 177 Williams, Mark 32. 33, 83, 156 Williams, Tamara 175 Wilson, Jason 175 Wilson. Karen 61, 70. 84, 175 Wilson. Kenneth 3, 156 Wiltfong, Robert 175 Winchester. Robert 21, 33. 47. 82. 156 Winovich, Susan 175 Winter. Kim 167 Wirtes, Albert 37. 40. 86, 87. 88. 89, 94, 167. 213 Wirtes, Diane 76. 156 Wirtz, Brian 174 Wirtz, Judith 156 Wirtz, Rebecca 11, 163 Wlodarski. Randy 156 Wojcehowski. Carol 178 Wojcik, Cassandre 175 Wojkovich. Kristen 175 Wojtyska. Shawna 33. 84, 156 Wolak, Kimberly 157 Wood. Terry 122 Woods. Bruce 177 Woods. Darlene 84, 175 Woodward. Barry 98, 157 Wooldridge, Genevieve 177 Wooldridge, Vel 81, 177 Wozniak. Holly 167 Wozniak. Robert 115, 157 Wrestling 118, 119 Wright Agency 192 Wright, Kristen 175 Wright. Loral 167 Wright, Robert 175 Wriston, Diane 74, 167, 175 Wszolek, Karla 157 Wszolek, Linda 175 Wyllie, Randy 125, 175 Xidis, Michael 167 Yagelski. John 167 Yakovetz. William 167 Yakubec, Michael 105, 175 Yearbook 86, 87 Yelton, Jeff 98 Yoeman, Boyd 177 Yerga, John 83. 175 Yiankes, Deno 51. 157 Yonker, Ed 40. 127, 167 Yonker. Heidi 126. 175 Yonker, Nicolette 102. 103. 133 157 Yonker. Sheila 40. 94. 175 Yugo, Christophre 1 15. 157 Yura. Jill 167 Yurko, Michelle 175 Zaikos, Donna 40. 52. 175 Zajac, Joseph 15, 18, 40. 88. 89. 94. ' 157 Zajdel, Tracy 16, 17, 167 Zakatansky. Michelle 126 Zale, Gloria 178 Zale, Julie 40, 79. 80, 81. 167 Zandstra, Beth 175 Zaradic, Anthony 83, 175 Zarakas, Louie 157, 167 Zaronias, Michael 175 Zaronias, Michael 100. 157 Zaronis, Elaine 114, 167 Zavacky, Robert 167 Zellers, Michael 167 Zellers. Tina 157 Zemlik. Robert 167 Zervos, Bill 115 Zezovski. Isabelle 167 Zimmerman, Kimberly 35. 92. 167 Zimmerman, Lorraine 167 Zimnawoda, Kristine 92. 175 Zimnawoda. Michael 8. 157 Zinkovich, Sheri 175 Zobel, Scott 34, 175 Zolcak. Robert 40. 125. 157 Zueleger, Cari 126 Zurawski, Jeff 100. 175 210 INDEX G Uo4%ltQ t The 1984 Merrillvue had a press run of 1000 copies. The books were printed by Josten ' s American Yearbook Company in Clarksville, Tennessee. Copy in the opening, closing, and divi- sion pages was 12 pt. Avant Garde. Throughout the rest of the book, 10 pt. Avant Garde was used. Captions were 8 pt. Avant Garde Bold. Headlines were 18, 30 and 36 pt. News Gothic. In the Student Life section, Kaufmann Script 36 pt. was used. In the sports sec- tion 48 pt. Granite was used. The cover is Maroon 541 with a Cor- dova Grain 1174 and an applied silver 381 in the American Embossed Pro- gram. Spot color was used in the senior sec- tion which was color Tempo 201, 100%. Also 10% and 30% gray screens were used throughout the book. The theme “Watch Us” was chosen by the 1984 Merrillvue Staff. Staff Editor Laurel! Evans Assistant Editor Tiffini Crownover Student Life Vicky Tsampis Susanna Eibel Shawna Eberle Sharin Pigott Academics Janice Lilly Mary Croarkin Angie Traficante Sports Dave Kierzkowski Kris Kouvelas Shari Moore Buffy Palvas Seniors Robin Wade Chris Franz Underclass Robin Sanko Kim Hughes Robin Kendron Advertisements Glory Murray Business Manager Gina Gornick Photo Editor Andrea Kawicki I Photographers Kathy Foremski Jack McKinney Tom Mihal Scott Mizerak Susan Scott Troy Terry Doug Waters 211 COLOPHON Being on the Yearbook Staff takes a lot of time and hard work. We would like to thank a few people who helped make all of that work a little bit easier. First of all, Mrs. Tanke, our adviser, who .was a great teacher and an even great- er friend to us. Thanks for putting up with McDonalds and Dunkin ' Donuts every - morning, but mostly for all of your help and patience in putting together this year ' s book. Also a special thanks to Mrs. Tanke ' s aides who helped with much of the typ- ing that helped us make our deadlines. We would especially like to thank all of the photographers who helped with the ’book. Bruce Penrod, thanks for the sports photos. Mike Jurich, thanks for the Revue ; and theatre photos. The Post Tribune, thanks for the football pictures. Root Pho- tographers, thanks for the underclass photos. And especially to Spasoff Studios for senior photos and various events dur- ing the year. We would also like to thank our year- book representative. Bob Henning for helping us with color paste up in the opening section and for all of the help you ' ve given us during the year. Thanks to Becky Drakis who did the artwork for Real MHS Students. Also we would like to thank the Ross Township Historical Society for the schol- arship given to the Editor and Assistant Editor of the yearbook. With that scholar- ship we were able to attend a two week High School Journalism Institute at Indiana University where much of the 1984 year- book was planned. And finally we would like to thank the community, businesses, faculty and ad- ministration of Merrillville for cooperating with and supporting the 1984 yearbook “Watch Us.” Watch us eye the future Watch us. Watch us play. 1984 was a fun filled year, starting with a rainy Homecoming Week and ending with underclass scheduling and senior end of the year activities. Laura Vrtikapa, junior, stated, Scheduling for next year ' s classes gets me out of regular classes, but it ' s a big hassle be- cause there aren ' t enough classes offered for enough hours. I ' m just glad I don ' t have to do it anymore. Lisa Maletta, senior, stated, Senior Breakfast was great because it was the last time the class of ' 84 really got to be to- gether at MHS. Watch us learn. Six MHS students com- peted in an academic Decathalon in Los An- geles. Lenny Pysh, Angie Cristo, and Bob Stephan, seniors, Al Wirtes, Denise Bezick, and Scott Terek, juniors, competed in the Honors, Scholastic, and Varsity categories of the Decathalon. The Decathalon was an excellent opportunity for students to combine fun and learning. It was a great experience, stat- ed Bezick, junior. Watch us! Making out schedules for their senior year Jennifer Larson and Sue Jatc- zak, juniors, work together. Enjoying a romantic evening at Prom Scott Duffy, junior, and his date take advantage of the refreshments. Performing their Beach Boys routine In the Spring Concert are the MHS Vocalteens. Typing her story for a yearbook deadline is Janice Lilly, senior. MHS students displays achievements Watch us. Watch us grow. End of the year activi- ties for clubs at MHS in- cluded such things as field trips and banquets. Banquets are very special occasions. They give us the opportunity to acknowledge those stu- dents who have worked hard the year round. My senior Thespian and cho- ral banquets were very special to me and I will re- member them all the days of my life, com- mented Jessie Mae King, senior. Watch us win. Everyone watched MHS sports win in 1984. We had two state champions. They were in wrestling and gymnastics. Watch us. MHS helped students develop their own per- sonalities. It was really different coming to MHS, because there were more people, and the school was big- ger. But I like MHS much better than junior high school, stated Dan Burns, sophomore. Watch us play. Watch us learn. Watch us grow. Watch us win. Watch us! Sharing a quiet moment by their lockers in the morning are Candy Rathjen, sophomore, and Dan French, junior. Rade Petrovich, senior, jumps tor Joy during the last week of school for seniors. Showing his talent tor piano playing at the Revue ’84 is Dave DeSte- phano, senior. During a track meet Darren DeBoy, junior, passes the baton to Mark Di- mitri, senior. 214 WATCH US v y £ ' 1 l a LV ' 3 %. m [ K Ml .vs I , KrV R. ft • i v3Q A ruv Watch us! Watch us. Watch us in 1984. We definitely were not the depersonalized people George Orwell predicted we would be in his book 1984 . Even while helping and caring for each other, MHS students showed that they can each have their own personalities. There are so many dif- ferent groups at MHS, but the intermingling be- tween them helps me to associate with a lot of dif- ferent people, said Steve Meus, junior. Jocks. Punkers. Intellectuals. All of these separate groups of students at MHS were united through one factor. We are all students at MHS. Another big part of MHS were the teachers and administrators, who were always there to help. John Sabo, senior, stat- ed, Most of the teachers at MHS are really nice and understanding, and they try to help you if you have problems. Watch usi . — Laurell Evans, editor ■mt for the last time at re Dawn Splrott , seniors.