Wardog ursuit 1985 Miamian Edition Miami High School Miami, Gklahoma TRIVIAL PURSUITQ9 and the TRIVIAL PURSUITQ Logo are registered trade marks of Horn Abbot Ltd. The TRIVIAL PURSUITQ Game, GENUS Edition, is Copyright 91981 by Horn Abbot, Ltd, all rights reserved. ur uit of... . - , ,N ff ' 3 ' A 1, it fa 3 Q E 2 , J 1 N Contents i 1 Academics 17 Groups 37 Sports 61 it Classes 93 Spring Happenings Ads 155 143 , tk, ai H iw ff' .f F Q . At top, Rodney Smith and Tara Mires on a night out in pursuit of fun. Upper right, this Ziggy plaque summed up the feelings of many students during the last few weeks of school. Vicki Lewis, middle, relaxes with her headset as she donates blood so that others might be able to pursue life. Above, Sherri Walker expresses joy and excitement at being chosen basketball homecoming queen. 133 .. .... .tt . 'W I f Everything about high school is trivial, isn't it? Classes, ballgames, dances, club meetings - all there, but to what purpose? Life, that's what. All of this is a part of the lives of each person who enters the doors of Miami High School. And although it may seem to be trivial at the time, the pursuit of the final goal, a diploma, is anything but that. Therefore, this book, is dedicated to chronicle that pursuit - and what better way than to follow the board game that has become part of the American fabric. And, just as one feels triumph after a game piece is filled with wedgies or pies or whatever one calls them, this book will try to reflect the accomplishment of our common pursuit. Not too trivial after all, is it? qvf' . '. 4 i. V . f?f '. Top picture, Trivial Pursuit was used not only as a game but offered science questions, as Mr. Harvey demonstrates, for Science Club members preparing for the Science bowl. Joby Taylor keeps time with the help of an unknown bear-friend. To the left, Barbara Smith talks with fellow teachers at the reception honoring her as Oklahoma's teacher of the Year. Faculty, parents, and students, bottom left, enjoyed eating pizza when the basketball teams got together. Above, Miami was proud to be the hometown of Oklahoma's Miss United Teenager, Christi Moseley. Where was MHS located before its present location? 3 In Pursuit of . . . the World 1984-85 was filled with many new developments and discoveries, with accomplishments ranging from the American gold in the Olympics to prolonging life of the terminally ill with artificial hearts. The 1984 Olympics, held in Los Angeles, set a record for numbers of participating athletes and countriesg however, Russia did not field a team. Many Americans such as Mary Lou Retton, Edwin Moses and Carl Lewis had exceptional performances, bringing home many medals. Dr. William DeVries had another type of success, the implantation of artifical hearts. Three were done in 1984-85, and by spring all were improving, despite some setbacks. Baby Fae, an infant with a congential heart defect, received a transplanted baboon's heartg while she lived only a few days, the ethics involved have great impact for the future. in W., ff-,4r5'ff:Wf5 fe:' . ,f A f wife -L 1:11:22-:'2' 5 Fw' ' Sfffd E ?f'H '.fM aw 'A f . ' I tf' 'aff I H 'M 7,1 1 Yf.. ,. ,,w0,nT' no,w0' Q-rrsfffizi-.asf ., 1 Q 'eaf:ftrvf,'a1f'fa2.fff,-2-e iff W f V-0'1 ,-f'ig,:'.1f:,'r,:.:,'6-7, iw-1' '-iff' -1 .-f'S- pl' 'f .fi rl Y 5 3' tf 2- '1f :.j:52::2r:Y- .M fl ff' If 4 Ronald Reagan was re-elected over Democratic opponent Walter Mondale. Geraldine Ferraro made history as the first woman vice-presidential nominee. Around the world, Indira Gandhi was assasinated, Margaret Thatcher's unoccupied hotel room was bombed and Soviet premier Chernenko died, leaving the way for Mikhail Gorbachev. One of the most devastating situations was the famine and wide-spread hunger that covered much of Africa, especially Ethiopia. Aid came from all corners of the globeg British and American rock stars made the news with their benefit albums and concerts. isis 4 Second and A NE. K. i ew.. f if sa -if .iwilisuuff NK , OPPOSITE PAGE. Upper right: We Are the World , the hit disk by various superstars in support of African relief, finds favor with Keith Anderson. Lower right: Disasters, victory, despair, success - all made the news in 1984-85. THIS PAGE. Upper left: The USA basketball team represented our best at the Olympics. Upper right: Walter Fritz Mondale, Democratic candidate for President, remained optimistic, even in defeat. Lower left: Gasp! Can it be that our own MHS hosted the President? No, it's only Matt Medeiros being greeted by Mr. Green. Lower right: Mock elections at MHS reflected the landslide for Ronald Reagan. ii ft. W-0 1 8 ,3 F 5 t event did a perfect score help Mary Lou Retton win the gold in 5 overall gymnastics competion? 1 ,Y In Pursuit of . . . SPIRIT Spirit Week is always one of the most memorable weeks at MHS. The week of 1984 was no exception! It began with the traditional best dressed contestg this year's costumes were truly super! Nerds, people in pyjamas, the Mackenzie Brothers - you name it, MHS had it that week. The assembly Friday was one of the most creative in recent memory: the crowning of queen Tena Nelson, and of course, the unforgettable MHS Spartan Busters . The class of 1985 wore matching t-shirts to echo their theme for float and skit. At the annual parade, the Sophomores, with their first taste of float building, placed second with Wardogs Eat Spartan Meatn. The Junior float, which won the contest, exhibited their knowledge of animal lore with Skunk the Spartans . But the climax to the week was, of course, the football game. The hard work of the team paid off with the Wardogs winning 27-8. The dance that followed topped off one of the more interesting Spirit Weeks in MHS history. 6 The vault. OPPOSITE PAGE: Upper right: Donnie Goettel and Greg Klaus team up as the Mackenzie Brothers- their choice for Favorite Person Day. Lower left: Monica Cox and Missy Wilson share a mall picnic on Beach Bum Day. Lower rightg Amy Turner introduces herself to a comfortable Chad Ayers on Come As You Are Day. THIS PAGE: Upper left: Nerds Jim Rathjen and Joe Hurst like their kind of music. Upper right: Raggedy Ann and Andy, alias Janice Fisher and Lynn Huff, read notes and magazines. Lower left: SpartanBusters David Coyne, Kenneth Smith, Joby Taylor, and Matt Medeiros entertain at the annual homecoming assembly. Lower right: Fun in the sun-or fluorescent light-made the week for Mike Platt and Rob Gary. What was celebrated annually by the seniors during the early '20's? 7 In Pursuit of . . . Sun, un and the Opposite Sex Summertime - and the living is easy for most Wardogs. Although summer is the time for increasing hours at a normally after-school job, there is still time for play both within and without the city. The lake - that cool, inviting spot that refreshes - is the place to be, with skiing, swimming and fishing favorite pastimes. The city pool, where one goes to see and be seen by just about everyone, is another site for the most important summer pursuit, the perfect tan. Vacations, from Maine to the Grand Canyon, occupy many families. And camps - band, debate, Girl Scout, even church - give Wardogs an opportunity to learn new skills and develop talents while escaping the familiar faces of home for a week or two. The pursuit of summer is a welcome change after the arduous school year, but by September the gang is ready to haunt the halls s , 1 Q ,- of MHS once again. A 1 t 2 9 gf Upper right: Mr. Harry Beggerly and his daughters enjoy the vistas from the Grand Canyon during their vacation, Lower left: Tim May poses in front of Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas, in a flashy auto. Lower right: Jamee Grover and Kathy Jeffries are happy to be at the annual summer sidewalk sale. 8 Annual Hobo Day. 4: A 4 .t. Upper left: John Goldenberg proudly displays his catch at a fishing expedition. Upper right: Joni Edwards whiles away the hours at a local swimming pool. Lower left: Terri Heard participated in the summer chi1dren's program at the public library. Lower right: Michelle Hildebrand and Troy Wilmoth spend some free time dancing at a band camp in Fayetteville, Arkansas. fl M ' A As-:: HKS-ODQN l ' A What popular musical tour began July 6, 1984, and was considered a victory? 9 In Pursuit of FASHIO The theme for fashion at MHS in 1985 was anything goes : it really didn't matter what one wore, as long as it was crazy! The Madonna and Cyndi Lauper look - oversized bows in the hair, lace and anklets - were favorites for the ladies, while the guys sported parachute pants and back packs. The halls brightened with the fluorescents: shoes, beads, shirts, all types of wearables that knocked the eyes out. College sweatshirts were seen from all over the United States, and even the world. Crop jeans of two-colored denim were a big hit. Preppies kept their scene alive with button-downs and khakis. Shoes were really different: colors, high tops, gladiators, huaraches, and of course, tennies were all the rage. Certainly, fashions could not be counted as trivial at MHS! Below left, Steve Perry and Paul Hart keep it all together, using a popular accessory seen at MHS- the backpack. Below right, cardigans became a part of many students' wardrobe, including Diana Blazer and Eric Martin. Bottom, clockwise, Jeff Parrott, Kathy Jefferies, Rick Brumback, Micki Hildebrand, and Julie Bradley wear sweatshirts from their favorite universities. nfl!! , x '-I v V t xx l fs lvl S . Yr . 4 is , s , 1 5 x K 'Q- 1? N Lt 5 My -' , 5 . In l ZR K wt'if H 10 The Jackson's victory tour. ur U Viz' - 3 f 1,.,'h M wb , ,4,, at - . 'l x fsalifl- X M W tiki ll . ,f ,,a- ' - Q X 'ir ,.fwc.fl.?Mvl ii J-iff'-Matty: ..V11k?-W.4,! . up Y Vg f .fgiiiizilf E W3 , e vfli ' - z-r,Qw.' ' 1 Hx- , ad 'iii-i . Upper left, Lori Allen steps out in style in the latest fluorescent colors. Upper right, Ben Wells and Jim Rathjen, wearing parachute pants, keep up with trends in music, cars, and fashion. Left, Vicki Rose, Susan Garner, and Susan Pyne sport the new looks in denim jeans. Fashion-conscious Robin Kirkpatrick, above, wearing the Cyndi Lauper or Madonna look, discovers new ideas in the latest Vogue. What organization discarded wearing puttees in 1932? ll In Pursuit of . . MIAMI This year was shaped by a series of local events in a changing and growing city and school. New school policies were imposed. All student vehicles were required to have a parking sticker displayed or risk having one's car towed. The attendance policy was tightened once again. Tardies brought either morning detention Cfor 2 of themj or the newest addition, Saturday session C4 or more tardies or other infractionsl. Students spent their morning C 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.j reading and f or studying under the supervision of Mr. Green. An open prom, allowing foreign guests, was approved by a vote of the student body. A new mascot, Oggie Doggie, was introduced to the school for sports events as well as a new graphic depiction of the Wardog by renowned sports artist Ted Watts. A 53.2 million bond issue, intended for additional classroom space in the district, fell short of the 6096 needed for passage. Tanning salons were popular new businesses for coeds looking for the perfect tan. W V A I , 'W W . 'A kwa 1, f fr' v,,,..--0' W-MM MA, .ge A an ,,. , , , . ,M ff M ' my W-my 3, . QQQWN. , M M.,.,,.....Y. ,... , .,-'rw ,ff 12 Marching band, they wore long trousers instead. OPPOSITE PAGE. Upper right: Cindy Keeton and John Goldenberg pass their time during Saturday session. Lower left: The flood that hit Miami in February brought Wardogs out to help, such as Tiffany Vanover and Todd Scoggins. Lower right: Appointments at the tanning booths came at a premium in the days before the prom. THIS PAGE. Upper left: Oggie Doggie, alias Leslie Gross or Missy Reese, entertained young and old alike at sports events. Upper right: Will Porter and his unidentified victim enjoyed the snow this past winter. Lower left: Presentation of the new Wardog emblems was made at a special downtown rally in August, with Mr. Graham greeting guests Tinker Owens, Ted Watts and Steve Owens. Lower right: Parking stickers became prevalent wear for all cars legally parked at MHS. MV' I :W 4' But the weather was the big story. Not only was the Miami district out for a snow day, but the RAIN that began on February 23 halted classes as well. Several homes were flooded, and damage to others and roads was extensive. What was found dead in one of the shower stalls in the girls' locker room in 1968? 13 1 NIL 3. Z i f 1 I, I 1 V - yv , l l' X - ::: ! , A I 5 ...,., ,mi i aw l my If Upper left: Kendra Goodrich, Pam Bowman and Susan Garner enjoy a quiet evening at home. Upper right: Amy Turner, Larry Reece, Todd Schnakenberg, Missi Stehman and Beth Turner plow into pizza. Lower left: Jeff Burkholder tries to impress Tammy Hastings and others with his prowess playing video games. Lower right: Just another Friday night in Mudville. 14 A rat. Upper left: Melissa Hudspeth knows how to celebrate the New Year. Upper right: It's beddy-bye time for Tim May. Lower left: Laura Jayroe, Tiffany Hartman, Misti Daubert, Howie Cox and Henry Burrow take poker lessons from Mr. Hands falias Randy Brumleyy In Pursuit of WEEKE D Nightlife for MHS students is truly a pursuit - and often trivial. The most common, and often time-consuming, way to spend a Friday or Saturday evening is to drag Main. Often this activity is punctuated by a pause at a fast-food mecca, or a longer stop at one of the many pizza establishments in town. The night on the streets may be shortened or lengthened, depending upon the . other events available to high school students. Movies, sports events and concerts break the monotony. A very popular alternative to this weekend trek is the private party. These range from a quiet evening playing board games to a movie-packed gathering with the newly-available videocas- settes to a formal, black-tie holiday soiree. MHS students are quite creative in planning these after-hours get-togethers. Of course, ,ff all this gadding about, whether in a car or at a New Year's bash, can tire even the most hardy Wardogsg they then fall back on the most popular nightlife of all: sleep. H 1 , What did most MHS students do on at least one Friday night? 15 lf Top: Miami High School is a place for learning and having fun. Above: Toby Conrad takes advantage of our library facilities. Right: K-9 members go all out to support girls basketball. 16 Dragged Main Street. ACADEMICS Pursuit of Lettersi Language Arts Foreign Languages English is a vital class to be taken at MHS because of the proper communication skills that are taught. In addition to grammar, there exists a wide variety of areas covered in language arts, such as human- ities, research paper, composi- tion, short story, poetry, prose, Shakespeare's tragedies, and college prep reading - just to name a few. English is perhaps the most important course a student takes during his high school years, not only does it strengthen his knowledge of English, but may also help him to comprehend certain aspects of any other course he decides to take. The skills that are learned in language arts can help a person to lead a full and richer life and to better understand himself and those around him. With the increase of emphasis at the college and university levels in foreign languages, MHS students are taking classes in Spanish and French in greater numbers. Two years of each language are offered, with additional years available on contract. Grammar and vocabulary are stressed in both years, with the second year putting more emphasis on communication. The second year classes in each language also produce a video movie each year that are written and performed by class members. Above: Spanish II students confer to write their video movie. Left: Amy McGinis and Misti Painter chat while doing research for their papers. Right: Mrs. Ethel Mailath goes over grammar with Keith Anderson. 18 Central. Above: Kelli Holt, with the help of her Cliff notes, relaxes with some literature. Left: Deedra Moore sorts her notes for an essay. Right: Kari Lanier and Kerry Kirkpatrick check out pictures of Europe in French class. Which foreign language was last taught at MHS in 1974? 19 In Pursuit of Science and Math Concepts The science department at MHS offers many courses in which students gain a better understanding of their environment. The faculty of this department are always striving to challenge and interest their students with the subject and thus provide a better education. The courses offered in the science department are life science, biology I and II, chemistry I and II, and physics. As students progress into the more advanced science classes they begin to see how science is inter-related with math. The relationship between math and science is obvious when one knows that a student is required to have taken certain math classes before he can proceed to more difficult science classes. The mathematical courses offered are con- sumer math, algebra I and II, geometry, trigonometry and analytic geometry, and calculus. iv' 'WT Above right: Mrs. Brewster had to repeatedly remind her biology I students, Lorie Stockwell, Misti Bero, Marcie Griggs, and Kari Lanier, to stop groping with the frogs and start studying them. Above: Kristi Stanton is trying to make the lid fly off of a bottle of chemicals without using her hands in Mr. Harvey's chemistry I class. Right: Mickey Kinder is fascinated with the physics concepts involved in the study of waves in a slinky, or is he just playing? 20 Latin. .44 In 'Vat Jw aa fm za Q My is , i Upper Left: Brian Hutton, Scott Trussler, John Molinear, Kyle George, and Randy Qualls are watching a film presented by DeVry Institute. Upper Right: Tracy Hurst is unaware that his teacher has just asked him to point to the letter grade which he is hoping to earn this nine-weeks. Lower Left: Kitty Leonard, an intern teacher, is helping students gain more confidence before their test. Lower Right: Melody Kimrely knows that a calculator is a necessity for many math and science classes. What advanced math class was added to MHS's curriculum in 1932? 21 In Pursuit of .. A Better World The social studies department incorporated many activities into its classes which help stu- dents understand the past and prepares them for the future. This past election year provided a perfect opportunity to ac- quaint students with the process of voting and teach them how to make responsible decisions concerning candidates. The government students held a mock election for which the student body was encouraged to register and vote. The social studies classes are also a medium for reaching stu- dents with education about drinking and driving, suicide and other issues which affect high school students. The classes offered in the social studies department are: Amer- ican history, world history, government, psychology and sociology. Upper left: Students check off their names to receive their ballots to vote in the mock presidential election. Upper right: John Cooper prepares the VCR for a history video. Lower left: Mike Boehne studies for a world history test. Lower right: Mr. Campbell points out the area of the Great Plains to Darin Ray in American history. 22 Algebra. ww, An new 'Z fl' Q 4 . . ' f 3 Upper left Jeff Hubbell runs at the Special Olympics. Upper right: Aide Pat Kraus serves cake at one of the special days celebrated in class. Lower left Susan Crownover gives her traditional thumbs up. Lower right: Jeff Blair and Locka Weddell enjoy cake and punch. 4 Aff Pursuing Special The resource room is a special class that takes a lot of care and a lot of patience. The main goal with this group is to teach them to be as self- sufficient as possible. Among the things that are taught each day are basic living skills and a few aca- demics, plus extra activities such as bowling and touring certain place! ' i the city. F . Times and People The biggest event each is the State Special Olympics. The kids go on a three day trip and get their chance to compete in the event, which is probably their most exciting and cher- ished time of the whole year. The resource room is a very suc- cessful program and very rewarding to all who are involved. What popular magazine is kept on reserve at the MHS library? 23 -4-kwa ...i 'E aww G1 .fQwMl , Xa .aw 19 A HB' mm im X .1.2 'Qi' I Upper left: Matt Medeiros works hard on the ad section for the 1985 Miamian. Lower left: Rachel Couch paints in her art class. Upper right: While he's all thumbs, Tim Walker toils to finish his home ec project. Lower right: Angela Driver cleans up after cooking in Family Living. 24 Seventeen. 4 . .fem WW 7' 5 5 f , Pursuit of Dexterity: '6Hands Oni, Courses While most classes utilize books, papers, pens and the like to study with, others use a variety of supplies and equipment, some rather complicated, to achieve class objec- tive. These hands on courses are designed to teach certain skills. For example, the computer classes teach programming, , keyboarding and the like. Home economics courses emphasize cooking, sewing and other manual skills. Driver's Education would have little value if on-the-job practice in automobiles were not provided. Sophisticat- W J ed machine tools instruct the fine art of T . woodworking in shop, and pottery, painting, H. -,,,...l 'Plat ,,., W , 1, ff 4 fa ' KW t Z it For weaving and other crafts are almost impossible to complete without hands. The yearbook would be next to nothing without photos, layouts, typewritten copy - proving that dexterity of hand is almost as important as dexterity of mind in scholastic pursuits. ? 1 TS ve Vw of Upper left: Todd Botts receives assistance on his computer worksheet while Darin Ray listens in on the conversation. Lower left: Don Harvell works on some details before completing his woodworking project. Right: Jerry Gross is shown some driving techniques by Mr. Charles Burns on the magnetic driving board found in the Driver's Ed department. what movie did MHS alum Carol Littleton receive an Oscar nod for film editing? 25 Upper left: Julie Bamberl practices her keyboarding on one of the new IBM Copywriters. Upper right: Martin Kellogg tries to make his balance sheet come out right. Lower right: Michelle Jarvis checks to see if all her input has been correct on the computer. X' f ' f xt I Y Pursuit of Jobs: Business Business is a world with which most high school students are not very familiar, but the business classes at MHS try to fill that void. Besides learning the keyboard, typing classes focus on letters, invoices and the like, plus research papers. The computers are used to work as word processors or practice spread sheets. Accounting is a popular choice with students, soon, debits and credits take on a new meaning for Wardogs. And business math ac- quaints one with all types of financial information, from check writing to insurance. 26 E.T., the Extra-Terrestrial . Left, top: Drs. Reed and White enjoy the end of school retirement tea with Mr. Graham. Middle: Dr. Jack Reed, Superintendent, Vilas HS, Vilas, KS. Bottom: Dr. Bill White, Assistant Superinten- dent, Charles Page HS, Sand Springs, OK, Below: The Miami Board of Education. Front: James Oglesby, Ruth Ann Farris. Back: Glen Wolfe, Larry Smith. X 5 was ,wwwm Q sf ursuit of Classrooms The Miami Independent School District I-23 comprises not only Miami High School but also Will Rogers Junior High and five elementary schools, with a total enrollment of over 2,500. The Board of Education oversees the entire operation, Dr. Jack Reed, superintendent, and Dr. Bill White, assistant superintendent, handle the day-to-day business of running a district of this size. Although disappointed by the failure of a bond issue that would have allowed the construction of much needed space, the Board and administration remain confident that the Miami schools will meet the needs of the students of the system. What Miami school building is named after a long-time superintendent? 27 Pursuit of Administration Miami High School has two head Wardogs in the guise of principal Jerry Graham and vice-principal Bob Green. Although most students see them only in the halls supervising class changes, or in their offices handling a disciplinary problem, their jobs entail much more than that. Gftentimes the 3:10 bell means that the day has truly just begun, what with chaperoning dances, watching athletic events, and attending meetings and ceremonies also on the daily agenda. Both Mr. Graham, a 12 - year veteran in the position, and Mr. Green, a relative rookie at 2 years at the MHS job, are positive influences in the lives of MHS students. Above, left: Mr. Graham presents the spirit pompon to Mrs. Lou Dell Miller, in appreciation of the cooks' spirit. Right, top: Jerry Graham, A Principal, Oswego HS, Oswego, KS. Middle: Bob Green, Vice-Principal, West Washington HS, Campbellsburg, IN. Bottom: Mr. Green congra- tulates Mr. McCord upon his retirement. 28 Nichols Elementary, after R.C. Nichols. if fi 3' Harry Beggerly Bill Belger Kay Boman Oswego HS Oswego KS Wade Hampton HS Varnville SC Sapulpa HS, Sapulpa, OK Science Athletics Social Studies Athletlcs Foreign Language, Annual, National Honor Society Janet Brewster Chuck Broyles Ma,-la Buckmaster Fairland HS Fairland OK Mulberry HS Mulberry KS Colcord HS, Colcord, OK Science Student Council Social Studies Athletics Mathematics Pursuit of Excellence The faculty of MHS represents a diverse group of people with a common goal: the best education for their students. Although the means by which each teacher attains this goal is different, the result is, hopefully, a well-rounded student who can cope with the surprises of an ever-changing world. The role of the teacher is not static, and the faculty at MHS manages to have the dedication that it takes to do the job. MHS faculty await instructions from Mr. Graham and Mr. Green at a meeting. Of the current MHS faculty, who graduated from MHS? 29 Pursuit of Activities The faculty of MHS keeps busy with a variety of activities that are both academic and extracurricular in scope. They vary from the Special Olympics to Family Living weddings to homecoming floats and the hours spent on all of them would boggle the mind if an accumulation were tabulated. Added to this time are the hours devoted to family, church and civic dutiesg then, most teachers immerse themselves into social clubs, hobbies such as fishing or needlework or theatre, and professional organiza- tions. Right: Mfrs. Shelva Mitchell suns at the Special Olympics. , .A , M 2 W' f A ff, M p M ff!! ,, . ' 4 fwo ay-'I Q . . . ,. , ,ff fr, ' at fix I . - 5... Z . I. 6 , ,. ,wi Charles Burns A.E. QMonkJ Campbell Ginger Crane Chouteau HS, Chouteau, OK Commerce HS, Commerce, OK Afton HS, Afton, OK Driver-'S Education Social Studies Resource Room wanda Jo Elliott Gary Fisher , 56911 Hammfmt . Frederick HS, Frederick, OK Moville HS, Moville, IA Miami HS, Miami, OK Foreign Language Social Studies, Sophomore Class Sponsor Guidance Counselor me F04 , W, f:1:,4:-Y by Nw. fl --. . .M.,, .... , . v X axis.. ...... . v xmas... ..N.,-1,-.,....w--f ' 4 ..-...,,.1e,,,'f WW? R f . .... s 30 Hammons, Holt, McCord, Mead, Morgan, Seat, Sommerfeld, Stowell, Vanpool . wi .p 1-NN . : '- ,..',ff 1 w M HQZM . it Ken Harvey Green Forest HS, Green Forest, AR Science, Science Club Bob Homer Meade HS, Meade, KS Athletic Director 1' L 5 Pat Heck Pea Ridge HS, Pea Ridge, AR Home Economics, Future Homemakers of America Peggy Johnson Stillwater HS, Stillwater, OK Language Arts Q ii Gloria Holt Miami HS, Miami, OK Librarian, Junior Class Sponsor Les McCord Miami HS, Miami, OK Industrial Arts .. N' .O- ,,, Z . e ex. I gms team of 1972? ttat ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,, .K Left: The Reverend Mr. Broyles officiates at a Family Living wedding. Above: Mrs. Simmons chats with Mrs. Brewster s son Jordon before the homecoming parade. What teacher's son was on the undefeated MHS basketball ' ,WW f r aw , . f' ,'- f' 7 'MQKQ' Vg if 1,4 f 9 7 if .. 4 1 i David McKinney Northside HS, Ft. Smith, AR Instrumental Music Rockne Maxson Welch HS, Welch, OK Vocational Agriculture, Future Farmers of America Above: Coach Simpson threatens Ms. Boman with the remains of his pie. Right: Mrs. Massey's husband Jack transported teachers and others with his wagon and team. 32 Bob Johnson, son of Mrs. Peggy Johnson. -W Www ,WV v ,WWWW we ,,,.,m'- 'M ,- ras ..-- , .,, . ,L . ' :ff-w on. I J.. Ethel Mailath Froebel HS, Gary, IN Language Arts, Senior Class Sponsor Lynette Massey Grove HS, Grove, OK Resource Room, GHAB DeWayne Mead Lorene Micka Miami HS, Miami, OK Eastview HS, Mangum, OK Guidance Counselor Language Arts W A .... , H ss s-s'-- J . .t . ?i'7f'e 3f?'fFsih-ff,'f?',g, Shelva Mitchell Afton HS, Afton, OK Resource Room Alex Porter Muskogee HS, Muskogee, OK Business Kriss Morgan Physical Education Glenn Reding Q. 'fi Pursuit of Craziness Teachers also like to have fun, and the MHS faculty is no exception. It takes a sense of humor to let a student throw a pie in your face or to have confetti thrown over you or to ride in a pony-drawn wagon in the homecoming parade. The MHS faculty enjoys laughter - and anyone at one of the annual pig roasts or at the end of school awards could be a witness to that. One of the faculty even came up with the idea of putting their high schools in the annual. What could be more trivial - and crazy! Left: Coach Homer is inundated with confetti at an important pep rally. Cathy O'Dell Wagoner HS, Wagoner, OK Miami HS, Miami, OK , Cheerleaders, Miamiettes Mathematics, Student Council Geary HS, Geary, OK Social Studies, Athletics Ron Seat Miami HS, Miami, OK Art, Art Club, Indian Club, Junior Class Sponsor X was .ytw xfx la. SWG 1102 its . Which teacher, of those here at MHS, has the longest tenure in this school? ursuit of Instruction Education is what school is all about, and the teachers of MHS pursue that goal with a vengeance. Faculty members may be found lecturing, observing labs or filming plays, they may work individually with one or two students at a computer or with a group reviewing for the big test. High school students are not their only pupils either, each semester several intern teachers find their way to Miami, and the faculty must observe, supervise and help them as well. Right: Mr. Harvey reviews students for a major tCSt. Ann Simmons Rick Simpson Carthage HS, Carthage, MO Potosi HS, Potosi, MO Language Arts Social Studies, Athletics Fran Sommerfeld Ron Stgwell Miami HS, Miami, OK Miami HS, Miami, OK Mathematics, Computers, Computer Club Vocal Music 34 Mrs. Lorene Micka. Barbara Smith Charles Page HS, Sand Springs, OK Speech, Language Arts, Thespians, NFL Duane Thomas Fairland HS, Fairland, OK Physical Education, Athletics X ' ' .. ...re Rebecca Townsley Davis HS, Davis, OK Nurse John Townsley Sulphur HS, Sulphur, OK Science, Social Studies, Junior Class Sponsor Paula Vanpool -I0hU Wilcox Miami HS, Miami, QK Commerce HS, Commerce, OK Resource Rggm Business, Athletics What . EE. Z 1 I F : 4 xl, , Harley Turner Commerce HS, Commerce, OK Mathematics, Athletics ,W - Q eww Mrs. Sommerfeld assists Teresa Mathews and Kristie Burrows with their programs. Above: Mr. Curt Bezinque shows off his balloon bonquet, a gift from his students. He did his intern teaching with Mrs. Elliott in the fall of 1984. MHS teacher was chosen 1984-85 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year? 35 ursuit of Support One of the first things taught to a prospective teacher is to appreciate the support personnel, for they are the backbone of a school. The support personnel at MHS makes this statement a true one, and they are a vital link to the success of anything that occurs here at MHS. Whether it is Mrs. Essex running an announcement with two minutes warning or the cooks' extra cookies or right now', xerox copies from Mrs. Lemaster or the custodians John Brazeel, Paul Brazeel, Tim Weston or Sef Blas cleaning up the gym after a messy rally, their support is most necessary, and we thank them for it. Below: Mrs. Lou Dell Miller receives gifts in honor of a milestone birthday. Lower right: Cooks Susie Robertson, Barbara Douthit, Suzie Bryant, Lou Dell Miller and Shirley Greninger brighten our days at MHS. QW' .f 1 x i 5' wr l A V 7 , rrtss it if Q ik as we fi N 36 Mrs. Barbara Smith Neva Essex Pal KTHUS Welch HS, Welch, OK Miami HS, Miami, OK Secretary to the Principal Special Education Aide Bobbye Lemaster Laurie Thomas Mangum HS, Mangum, LA Picher-Cardin HS, Picher, OK Library Secretary Secretary to the Vice-Principal ww ev ORGANIZATIGNS Pursuit of Service: National Honor Society The National Honor Society is an organization of leaders, with good character and scholarship, who serve both the school and the community. The chapter at MHS is quite active in this pursuit. This year the Miami group hosted two bloodmobiles, in December and May, that exceeded their goals each time with collections of 105 and 80 pints. Members staff all areas of the mobile, as well as recruit donors among the api x!l.A 1.4.12 fl Above: Angie Palmer, a new inductee, takes a bit of punch at the May event. Upper right: Mr. Harley Turner opens a gift from secret pal Sherri Walker. Lower right: Michelle Poprik and Teri Heard share breakfast with pals Mrs. Sommerfeld and Mrs. Hammons. 38 National Honor Society. student body. Another project that is ongoing is the Secret Pal program, in which NHS members remember one or more teachers or support personnel on a monthly basis with cards, notes, cookies, or small gifts. The annual May breakfast, in which the pals are revealed to one another, was attended by more than 80 people this year. National Honor Society also is responsible for the prayers at football and basketball games, a football concession stand fwith Student Councilj and the pie-in-the-face contest at homecoming. With leaders such as Joby Taylor, president, Sara Pyne, vice- president, Brenda Bright, secretary, and Laura Jayroe, treasurer, the chapter, with sponsor Ms. Kay Boman, work toward all their goals with the pursuit of fun as well. JW' 'Wu xeszwgp MOXUI Y ,Q Upper left: Kenneth Smith blesses Coach Simpson with a pie. Center left: Many students, both workers and donors, are involved in the bloodmobile. Lower left: New inductees munch at the Coke party announcing their selection, Upper right: National Honor Society. Front row: Ms. Kay Boman, Laura Jayroe, Sara Pyne, Joby Taylor. 2nd row: Lee Roberts, Amy Osborn, John Goldenberg, Samantha Wyer, Rick Brumback, Tammy Teel, Kelli Holt, Marty Seat. 3rd row: Misti Daubert, Tiffany Hartman, Elizabeth Ross, Keith Anderson, Laura Dallas, Susan Pyne, Leslie Gross, Scott Trussler, Melissa Hudspeth. 4th row: Julie Dowler, Gary Bell, Michele Grover, Mark Duncan, Kathy Jeffries, Jamee Grover, Teri Saunders, Vicky Rose. 5th row: Mickey Kinder, Danny Ray, Jim Summers, Glendon McCurley, Kari Griffith, David Coyne, Teresa Mathews. Lower right: David Coyne relaxes after being stuck at the bloodmobile. A , ... Q Who won the pie-in-the-face contest in 1983? 39 Upper right: Student Council. Front row: Mrs. Janet Brewster, Samantha Wyer, Matt Medeiros, George Briscoe. John Goldenberg, Scott Trussler, Cathy O'De1l. 2nd row: Diana Blazer, Angie Palmer, Cathi Medeiros, Vernon Graves, Kelli Holt, Marty Seat. 3rd row: Keith Anderson, Jeff Parrott, Beth Turner, Laura Dallas, Susan Pyne, Joby Taylor, Karri Huneycutt. 4th row: Lynn Huff, Mark Duncan, Kathy Jeffries, Rodney Smith, Brian Hutton, Amy Turner, Jamee Grover. Lower left: Stuco Officers, 1984-85. George Briscoe, president, John Goldenberg, vice-president, Matt Medeir- os, secretary, Scott Trussler, treasurer. Lower right: David Coyne finds preparing Cokes hard work. 40 David McKinney. I K A ' W ' , 'rf jg ' 2125-NIJ H 455 Dzzflftxs A Zin . fig film 3 im PM 'F x ft.x1.1 H12 'Hts 1 Upper left: Todd Schnakenberg and Lara Haugen dance to a slow number. Upper right: Conversation bubbles around the dance floor at a Stuco function. Lower left: Mrs. Brewster and helper take money and stamp hands at the entrance. Lower right: The Gator is a popular group dance at MHS, it also helps clean the floors. so l T i. ursuit of Leadership: Student Council The Student Council works behind the scenes to insure the coordinates the parade, and again sponsors the dance. In success of student body life. They provide most of the dances order to finance all of this, they manned a concession stand at MHS, which entail much work. Ever wonder who arranges and sold tee-shirts this year. Summer finds members at for decorations, sound system, records, refreshments, leadership conferences and workshops. chaperones, perhaps the band? Student Council does. With the guidance of sponsors Mrs. Janet Brewster and They also are the real force behind spirit week and Ms. Cathy O'Dell, the Student Council is a guiding force homecoming. Stuco members decide upon each day's theme, at MHS. What type of dance was inaugurated by Student Council at Christmas, 1983? 41 Marty Seat, September David Coyne, December xx S X. 'E Kelli Holt, February A video dance. E Joby Taylor, October Students of the Month To be chosen as a citizen of the month is considered a great honor at MHS. Each month several students are nominated by the Student Councilg they are then elected by the student body. They are elected on the basis of citizenship, leadership, athletic ability, and service to the school. All MHS students are eligible to be recognized for this awardg however, seniors, as seen here, are the most often chosen. 'Ox F . 017 In ,, g ,, Keith Anderson, March Samantha Wyer, November Rodney Smith, January John Goldenberg, April FLANG: Front: Mickey Kinder, Tara Heck, Janice Fisher, Matt Medeiros, Lynn Huff, Joby Taylor. Second Row: Christina Will, Laura Pendergrass, Michelle Grover, Jamee Grover, Samantha Wyer, Shari Burleigh, Kari Griffith, Tiffany Hartman, Julie Dowler. Third Row: Debbie Clark, Vicky Rose, Teri Saunders, Danny Ray, Kathy Jeffries, Brian Hutton, Cathi Medeiros, Fourth Row: Lorie Stockwell, Kelli George, Darin Ray, Todd Botts, Scott Russell, Kristi Stanton, Leslie Gross, Leslie Ingram, Nicki McNelis, Julie Watterson, Cindy Keeton, Eric Martin. SADD: Front Row: David Coyneg Treasurer, Diana Blazer, Adrianne Miller: Secretary, Shawn Campbell, Kristy Wooldridge. Second Row: Dewayne Mead, Sponsor, Margie Gross, Lesa Chirillo, Robbie Taylor, Tammy Teel, Dana Smith, Julie Pendergraft. Third Row: Deacon Turner, Michelle Knight, President, Byron Butler, Alisa Brumley, Kelli Holt, Leon Foust, Paula Giles. Fourth Row: Shawn Jewell, Chris White. What is annually produced by FLANG Students Against riving Drunk Flang is the foreign language club open to any student who is enrolled or has previously taken a foreign language course. FLANG ffor another piece of trivial is the college abbreviation for foreign language classes. Students Against Driving Drunk is a relatively new program sponsored by Dewayne Mead and Jean Hammons. Although it was first formed in 1971 by the Sophomore class in Wayland Massachusetts, the club was not formed at Miami until this April. Despite its late start here, it has accomplished many things. The group visited the grade schools in an effort to prevent alcohol and drug abuse in younger kids. At prom time the group provided rides for students. On May 30 the club sponsored a very successful street dance. Sponsored by its parent program, the Northeast Oklahoma Council on Alcoholism, the SADD program hopes to educate students on the problem of drinking and driving. In that aspect the SADD program can already be considered a success. Ex X' X -Mr Mr. Dewayne Mead, sponsor, leads discussion at a SADD meeting. second year foreign language classes? 43 Pursuit of Bytes: Computer Club One of the newest organizations at MHS is the Computer Club. With the addition of a fully equipped computer lab, a group was certain to follow. Sponsor Mrs. Fran Sommerfeld provides software of all types for exploration and fung games, progr for learning, etc., are utilized by computer buffs. HITIS Upper right: Mickey Kinder and Deacon ' Turner discuss computer applications on a Q science fair project. Upper left: Quasi- hackers Paul Kirchhoff, Rick Brumback, Dan Ray, and Glendon McCur- ley check out a program. Right: Computer nur-4 P ' xv. V H Club. Front row: Alisa Brumley, Scott l i' 1' ' Stowell, Billy Seybolt, Scott Angle, Todd W an sliii Botts, Darin Ray, Deacon Turner. 2nd Row: Mike Kirchhoff, Todd Newman, Dan Ray, Glendon McCur1ey, Mrs. Fran Sommerfeld, Rick Brumback, Paul Kirchhoff, Chris White, Julie Pendergraft. ff M ,,., , 44 A video movie written by the class. If Upper left: Science Club. Front row: Mr, Ken Harvey, Samantha Wyer, Kendra Ferris, Julie Dowler. 2nd row: Darin Ray, David Coyne, Paul Kirchhoff, Mickey Kinder. 3rd row: Glendon McCurley, Todd Newman, Dan Ray, Todd Botts, Brian Hutton. 4th row: Robbie Taylor, Joby Taylor, Rachel Couch, Julie Watterson, Eric Martin. Lower left: Eric Martin checks the pickle tub before noonday sales. Right: Rob Malan expounds at a meeting. ,N s Science Club Pursues All The Science Club, while one of the more unusual groups at MHS, manages to accomplish much in the line of scientific endeavor. The club has monthly contests, such as an egg drop, that teach while having fun. The young scientists also take trips each yearg the Kirkpatrick Planetarium in Oklahoma City and Worlds of Fun were destinations. To fund these, pickles and apples were sold. When was Science Club organized? 45 Future Homemakers of America. Front row: Todd Scoggins, Tim May, Matt Medeiros, Shana Lemmons, Renee Gross, Alisa Brumley. 2nd row: Keith Neel, Shelly Kraus, Kelli Holt, Tara Heck, Scott Russell. 3rd row: Joey Wright, Jane McCullough, Kim Reece, Micki Thulin, Angela Garton, Christy Smith. Below left: Keena Dodson and Diane McVay help themselves to some punch. Below right: Susan Fansler helps Janine Winton prepare for her wedding. if x Ns uture Homemakers of America Future Homemakers of America are often associated with home economics classg however, at MHS the family living classes are the major portion of that department. Members plan weddings, care for children and learn to cook and sew. They sold cookbooks and Valentine suckers this year to raise money for projects and trips. ' Lower left: Tim Walker and Brian Box model the aprons they made. Lower right: Shannon Ash prepares to cut a ' ,X cake for a wedding. 46 1934 IW Ik, N t Give the Handicapped a Break Give the Handicapped a break, or GHAB as it is better known, is out to do just that. Throughout the year they spend time helping with bake sales to raise money, which funds in part trips to the Special Olympics. The group also tries to aid the teachers and aides wherever they are needed, and to have fun with the kids through parties, bowling trips, etc. Upper left: Bruce Hubbell participates in the Special Olympics. Upper right: Susan Fansler and Susan Crownover enjoy cake together at a party. Lower left: Jeff Hubbell, Lynn Huff and Joby Taylor relax in the resource room. Lower right: GHAB. Front row: Leah Garner, Missi Stehman, Janice Fisher, Lynn Huff, .Ioby Taylor, Stacey Edwards, Leighan Hill. 2nd row: Lisa White, Laura Schaeffer, David Coyne, Holly Mustain, Kristy Wooldridge, Robbie Taylor. Third row: Julie Dowler, Rodney Smith, Scott Russell, Brett Hayes, Pam Bowman, Sherri Walker. What event did GHAB help with in the spring? 47 Opposite page. Above: F.F.A. Officers. Front row: Keri Kropp, treasurer, Shannon Ash, reporter, Missy Reese, secretary, Mr. Rockne Maxson, advisor. 2nd row: Greg Scott, sentinel, Kevin Kemper, president, Mick Hailey, vice-president. Below: Several awards were given at the annual F.F.A. banquet held at the Civic Center. Among those honored were: Kevin Kemper, Dekalb Award, Greg Scott, Outstanding Welder, Keri Kropp, Star Chapter Farmer, Adonna Knight, Star Greenhand and Outstanding Public Speaker, Keena Dodson, Lowe Memorial Scholarship. This page. Below: David Furnish and Tom Dixon look on as Kim Coombes demonstrates how to shear a sheep. Right: Tom Dixon shows his talent at welding. Future Farmers of America. Front row: Kevin Kemper, Greg Scott, Mick Hailey, Keri Kropp, , My Shannon Ash, Missy Reese, Mr. Rockne mba' Maxson. 2nd row: Ronnie Snow, Mark Hickey, Qtigw Steven Huff, Darrell Cramer, Tonya Richard, V5 pi Terri Timmons. 3rd row: David Furnish, Tom my ' Dixon, Joe Price, Adonna Knight. 4th row: Ray , if 'I Horn, David Varner, Larry Malinski, Randy nllfp Gower, Christy Schertz. 5th row: Kenny Wiford, John Nowlin, Nick Wright, Randy Bradley, Lea Blaine, Tim Cox. 48 The Special Olympics at Robertson Field. In the beginning of a new school year the F.F.A. holds their annual sausage sale which is one of the many fund raisers held. During the year some students build projects in shop of which the profit goes to the chapter. Some individuals have livestock projects which are shown in many shows around the area. Many long hours and hard work go into preparatin for these exhibits. The first year Vo-Ag students Cknown as Greenhandsj spend most of their time in the classroom learning about animals and welding from books. Second, third and fourth year students work in the shop as well as in the classroom. If enough money is earned and enough money is invested in projects, fourth year students have a good chance of receiving the State Farmer degree. Kevin Kemper, after 4 years of work, has achieved this. It is a great honor because only 376 of the members in Oklahoma are chosen. This year several students conducted a Food for America program for the first graders at elementary schools, which included a coloring book and speeches on food animals. Some students participated in sheep shearing in the Vo-Ag shop. If they weren't learning the process, they were teaching the other students how to do it. Jw in n 1 What was served at the F.F.A. banquet in 1985? 49 Upper left: Mr. Stowell directs the chorus at their spring concert at the NEO Fine Arts auditorium. Upper right: Mr. Ron Stowell introduces numbers to the crowd. Lower left: Choir officers Kristi Stanton, Vi Holland, Becky Judkins, Scott Stowell, Karri Huneycutt, and Scott McCool Qnot picturedj stack up their accomplishments in the choir. Front row: Kim Reece, Amy Turner, Kara Buzzard, Tina Moore, Cheryl Stanton, Jenny McCool, Tammy Kelly, Lisa Harris, Cheryl Kendall, Shawn Koppelman, Holly Mustain, Sean Spicer, Dale Riley, Steve Rathjen. 2nd Jewell, Mr. Ron Stowell, Debbie Burroughs, Donna Lemmons, Kristy row: Sharon Moore, Kathy Reeves, Beth Turner, Tara Mires, Karri Wooldridge, Shawn Campbell, Mike Elmore, Shannon Combes, Scott Huneycutt, Greg Rhodes, Becky Judkins, Toni Brown, Pam Olds, Billie Cole, Stowell. Vicky Green, Tracy Irvin. 3rd row: Melissa Ragsdale, Vi Holland, Kristi 50 Kentucky Fried Chicken. Kava!-1-nu-g rw ti. O O G 0 MLW Ki ,M a2 544451 . WZ:-s Pursuit of Song: Chorus The MHS Chorus performed several service projects this year, entertaining many with their voices. During the basketball season the group sang the national anthem at the games. They sang carols during the Christmas holidays at the Tulsa malls and also toured the grade schools to raise interest in the choral program and demonstrate their activities. A special spring program was held to raise money for the USA for Africa fund. The junior high, high school and elementary schools choirs combined to sing We Are The World , raising 3269.34 in donations for those starving in Africa. Above: District superior ratings in solos and ensembles were earned by Jenny McCool Beth Turner Christi Moseley Cheryl Koppelman Shawn Campbell Amy Turner Vicky Green and at center Scott McCool Left: Christy Moseley and Scott McCool received superior ratings at the state solo and ensemble contest .'v ,, ,VVV What was the most popular Sousa march at MHS in 1932? 51 First Row- Drum Major Troy Wilmoth, Amy Osborn, Rhonda Hill Second Row- Sissy Smith, Vicki Wisdom, Steve Richards, Micki Hildebrand, Rhonda Lowe, Susan Garner, Susan Pyne, Kendre Goodrich, Kristi Kilman, Tammy Hasting, Diane McVay, Stephanie Harper, Lori Collier, Third Row- Elizabeth Hornback, Miria Alleman, Elizabeth Ross, Jeff Wheeler, Jeff Parott, Laura Jayroe, Sara Pyne, Missy Bacon, Billy Seybolt, Neecy McCleary Fourth Row- Percussion- Jim Rathjen, Donnie Goettel, Kenneth Smith, Mike Goettel, Keith Hobbs, Michelle Hildebrand, Kenneth Schultz, Darren Cook, Danny Perry Fifth Row- Carolyn Miracle, Valerie Adams, Jamie Garrett, Shannon Wolf, Carlton Miracle, Kerry Kirkpatrick, Ben MARCHING WARBUGS 611111 LQSBTX , lunlil Wells, Steve Perry, Misti Painter, Melody Kimrey, Kent Sherwood, Scott Boyd, Mark Hemphill, Dave Perry, John Estes, John Marks, Joe Gunther Sixth Row- Brett Hayes, John Bamberl, Aimee Perry, Frankie Gray, Greg Klaus, Tracy Hurst, Mandy Horton, Brenda Espeut, Greg Osborn, Darren Tippit, Tim Martin, Lee Roberts, Chris Wilcox, John Goldenberg, David Douthitt, Jeanna Brumback, Scott Stowell Seventh Row- Todd Griffith, Joe Hurst, Ray Delcour, John Scruggs Flagline- Melissa Wickliffe, Captain Tiffany Hartman, Co-Captain Laura Adams, Julie Bamberl, Sheri Seamon, Lori Stockwell, Michele Grover, Aliesha Willard, Debbie Burroughs, Sonya Martin, Julie Quaid, Brenda Daugherty, Carla Frase 52 The Washington Post March. ,xt Xu ,X X In Pursuit of Success The Miami High School Band got an early start this year, with marching rehearsals starting in the hot August heat and continuing until the freezing weather of November and December. All agreed that the hours of practice were long and hard but it paid off as the Marching Wardogs received an Excellent rating from judges of the Regional Marching Contest in Tulsa. Then in May on to march in the International Florida Music Festival in Orlando, Florida, the band was one of two invited to march in the afternoon parade in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. When all was finished, the band decided that the rewards were well worth the practice. Opposite page. Bottom left: Drum Major Troy Wilmoth leads the band on the field for another halftime performance. Bottom right: Things get serious when the band marches in for the Pre-Game Show, Top left and middle: After many hours of practice, the formations are perfect! Lower left: Laura Adams and Julie Bamberl, members of the MHS flagline, show their skill as they perform for the crowd during basketball season. Above: Mr. McKinney, Director of Bands, chose his costume from the comic strip Funky Winkerbeanu for this years Halloween Show. What organization was added to the marching band in 1983? 53 Pursuit of Competition: Band Travels to Florida Like marching band, concert band takes just as much work, if not more. It is during this time much work and effort goes into the refinement of the band's sound, in order to develop an overall full quality, concert-style sound - which was the key to the band's success this year. In state concert competition this year, the band received a I, II and II+ rating from three judges for a composite excellent divisior rating. In the All American Music Festival in Orlando, Florida, which the band attended in May, the group competed against bands from all over the United Statesg it is a national competition. The Miami band was highly successful as it was chosen best concert band in its class division and best overall concert band in the competition, and was the only band to receive three superior ratings for its concert performance. Concert band offers students many individual opportunities apart from simply playing in the full ensemble during first hour band. Some of the opportunities are: annual tryouts for all-district and all-state bandsg special tryout opportunities for regional honor band clinics at places like Pittsburg State University and Tennessee Tech University as well as instate schools like OU or OSU. Many students participate in solos and small ensembles at local, district and state levels, and some students even attend band and flag camps in the summer to further improve their skills, adding personal fulfillment and achievement to the fun and enjoyment the band offers to students. This page. Top right: The Cinderella castle in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Bottom right: Danny Perry and Susan Pyne show that practice makes perfect. Opposite page. Top: Senior bandsmen pose for a picture with the trophies that they won in Florida. Middle right: Basking in the Florida sun and sand, the band visited Daytona Beach. Bottom right: The Marching Wardogs march through the streets of the Magic Kingdom. Bottom left: John Goldenberg and Brett Hayes return home with smiles, trophies and Mouseketeer ears. 54 Flags. What movie, about IVUW61 A wg LRBQGS HKRCHXXXB V x KV3 the life of a composer, won 1985's Best Picture Oscar? 55 r I . Pursuit of Debate: National Forensic League When most MHS students hear the letters NFL, they think of football. But a group of dedicated students understand that NFL stands for a prestigious, national speech organization. The Miami chapter, who received a national award this year for longtime contributions to NFL, has been active local and the district level as well. Jim Summers, Todd Newman, Glendon McCurley and Mike Boutot all earned the coveted double ruby, the highest award that can be attained, Mrs. Barbara Smith earned the double diamond after gaining 5,000 points fwhich are a fourth of her students, accumulationj. Below: Jim Summers waits upon a customer at a concession stand, a fund-making activity. Upper right: N.F.L. Front row: Dan Ray, Jim Summers, Mike Boutot, Mrs. Barbara Smith. 2nd row: Brian Hutton, Michele Grover, Rick Brumback, Matt Medeiros, Samantha Wyer, Vernon Graves, Leslie Gross, Jenny Norheim, Lee Roberts. 3rd row: Billy Seybolt, Kristy Wooldridge, Holly Mustain, Lynn Huff, Todd Newman, Susan Pyne, Todd Botts, Scott Angle, Deacon Turner. 4th row: Glendon McCurley, Darin Ray, Sonia Martin, Angie Palmer, Robin Kirkpatrick, Cathi Medeiros, Cheryl Marshall, Brett Newcombe, Joby Taylor, Karri Huneycutt. Center right: Robin Kirkpatrick, Jenny Norheim and Sherrie Fisher practice for contest. Lower right: Debate Squad. Front row: Missy Wilson, Mike Boutot, Cathi Medeiros. 2nd row: Rob Malan, Jim Summers, Deacon Turner, Darin Ray. 3rd row: Dan Ray, Glendon McCurley, Angie Palmer, Todd Newman, Joby Taylor, Todd Botts, Lee Roberts. 56 Amadeus, based upon the life of Mozart. 'X la W I , A-wi.. N x..,,,-X 1- , Pursuit of Drama: Q xi tariff Thespians i.fff's1 if 1 Q Thespian Troupe 2575, of MHS, is one of the thousands of chapters of the International Thespian Society. The local troupe is involved with promoting drama at both the school and community levels. Matt Medeiros, president, and Jenny Norheim, secretary, under the guidance of Mrs. Barbara Smith, sponsor, lead the group to work at every step of production, from onstage to being a member of the audience. Upper left: Thespian Troupe 2575. Front row: Mrs. Barbara Smith, Matt Medeiros, Jenny Norheim. 2nd row: Mike Boutot, Brian Hutton, Michele Grover, Rick Brumback, Samantha Wyer, Kenneth Smith, Vernon Graves, Leslie Gross, Deacon Turner. 3rd row: Billy Seybolt, Kristy Wooldridge, Holly Mustain, Jeff Wheeler, Todd Newman, Melissa Hudspeth, Tiffany Hartman, Jeff Parrott. 4th row: Jim Summers, Darin Ray, Lynn Huff, Angie Palmer, Robin Kirkpatrick, Cathi Medeiros, Cheryl Marshall, Susan Pyne. 5th row: Glendon McCurley, Dan Ray, Sonia Martin, Missy Wilson, Aliesha Willard, Todd Botts, Julie Dowler. Center left: Samantha Wyer and Matt Medeiros welcome Billy Seybolt, a new inductee. Lower left: Speech Team. Front row: Mrs. Barbara Smith, Mike Boutot, Glendon McCurley, Dan Ray, Jim Summers, Rick Brumback, Matt Medeiros. 2nd row: Mickey Kinder, Lee Roberts, Jenny Norheim, Michele Grover, Samantha Wyer, Kenneth Smith, Vernon Graves, Leslie Gross, Deacon Turner. 3rd row: David Coyne, Brian Hutton, Kristy Wooldridge, Holly Mustain, Jeff Wheeler, Todd Newman, Melissa Hudspseth, Tiffany Hartman, Jeff Parrott. 4th row: Joby Taylor, Mike Elmore, Billy W Seybolt, Lynn Huff, Sonia Martin, Aliesha Willard, Scott Angle, Missy Wilson. 5th row: Todd Botts, Darin Ray, Brett Newcombe, Angie Palmer, Robin Kirkpatrick, Cathi WM' - Medeiros, Cheryl Marshall. Above: Jenny Norheim and Misti Daubert make buttons. What high school won the first national debate tournament? 57 ne-Act Play: Happy Daze . . . Plus Other Awards Happy Daze, or the Short and Happy Madness of Julian Thaddeus Springer was the Miami entry in regional one-act competition at Oologah, where it placed fourth. It is the story of a shy, introverted high school boy who dreams that he is part of the happy television of the '50's, and is now J.T., the well-loved big man on campus. His relationship with his family, friends and reality make for an hilarious, often bittersweet, show that was presented for the student body. As a result of this play, and accomplish- ments through competitive speech, awards were presented at the annual Thespian-NFL banquet. Those students honored, selected by their classmates, were: Brian Hutton, best actor, Jenny Norheim, best actress, Billy Seybolt, best bit partg Glendon McCurley, best interpg Jim Summers and Mike Boutot, best speakers, Joe Hurst, best crew person, Matt Medeiros, best all-around, Jim Summers, best debaterg Lee Roberts, most promising speaker, and Robin Kirkpatrick and Brent Newcomb, most promising in drama. These students are to be commended for their dedication to meet their pursuits. Above: J .T. CTed Curryj tries his hand at baseball as Kenneth Smith, Mike Elmore, Vernon Graves, Leslie Gross, Holly Mustain, Michele Grover, Sam Wyer, Mike Boutot and Glendon McCurley look on. Left: Jenny Norheim makes her move on J.T. Right: J.T.'s family, Holly Mustain, Mike Elmore and Leslie Gross, don't seem to understand his growing pains. 58 The Miami High School debate team, in 1935. Art Club. Front row: Cindy Keeton, Sherry Krisher, Joby Taylor, Eric Martin. Second row: Rachel Couch, Scott Russell, Leslie Ingram, Nicki McNelis, Juli Watterson, Mr. Ron Seat. Indian Club. Front row: Will Porter, Joby Taylor, Scott Russell, Rodney Smith, Second row: Juli Watterson, Rachel Couch, Cindy Keeton, Eric Martin, Angela Garton, Mr. Ron Seat. Third row: Debbie Clark, Donna Schertz, Joy Thulin, Rayma White, Monica Hall. Art Club Paints Indian Club Dances The Art Club, under the direction of sponsor Mr. Ron Seat, is a small group that promotes the appreciation of art throughout the school. Their main activity is to help with the set-up and running of the annual art show, held each May. The Indian Club, also with Mr. Seat as sponsor falong with Mrs. Rebecca Jimj has been quite active this year. They traveled to the Gilcrease Rendezvous fa festival and dancej, the Dewey Pow-Wow and to Bartlesville for handgame competition. The club also worked on costumes, practiced dance, hosted a pow-wow workshop and sponsored both boys' and girls' dances. Above: Rachel Couch works upon a painting in class. What was the theme of the The Miamian in 1935? 59 Annual Staff Pursues Wardogs Work, work and more work. That's what seems to be the idea for this year's annual staff. From the beginning of school, when ads are sold, to the frantic end Cand beyondj, the staff always listens for topics, looks for picture ideas and hopes to pull off a book that will be as fun to read 30 years from now as it is today. Editors Laura Dallas and Julie Dowler, who also serves as photographer, looked for a theme Cthis yearis took 30 minutes to decideg last year took 4 dayslj, assign layouts, meet with Walsworth rep Bob Welch and generally oversee the opera- tion. When you consider that each double page spread has and average of 7-10 pictures Cnot counting class sectionsj, a preliminary and final layout, 2 copy sheets and no telling how much time writing copy, it's no wonder the job is such a big one. L ew- vM--N Xxx Above: Eric Martin checks the sophomore section with adviser Ms. Kay Boman. Upper right: Annual Staff. Front row: Micki Hildebrand, Tiffany Hartman, Terri Timmons, Kari Griffith. 2nd row: Kathryn Ross, Julie Dowler, Laura Dallas, Debbie Clark, Melissa Hudspeth. Not pictured: Eric Martin, Matt Medeiros, Sara Pyne, Gayla Gill. Center right: Editors Laura Dallas and Julie Dowler check copy width for a layout. Lower right: Gayla Gill tires to type enough copy to fit the space. 60 Typical Teenagers' ZW-' 'if -xr X K .mi 'HIIHHN gy-.H sm SPGRTS Pursuit of Victory: Wardog Football The Wardog football team had its best season since 1980 making it all the way to the state 4A semi-finals. They were Metro Lakes Conference, District, and Area Regional Champions. The overtime lose to Tulsa Kelly Qin the state semi-finalj was disappointing, but we shouldn't let one loss ruin the whole season. The team played great all year, stated head coach, Bob Homer. The Wardog team played with big hearts and determination which more than made up for their relatively small size. 62 The Demons Front Row: Coach Thomas, Keith Anderson, Scott Bekemeier, Keith Neel, Chris Herrold, Mike Wooldridge, Larry Reece, Steve Patterson, Greg Rhodes, Tucker Ford, Guy Forkum, Jeff Daniels, Coach Simpson. Second Row: Coach Steve Ford, Ronnie Coker, Derek Converse, Thomas Kirksey, Marty Seat, Todd Schnakenberg, Will Porter, Donny Wood, Brad Wisdom, Mark Duncan, Kyle George, David Coyne, Matt Price, Coach Homer. Third Row: Jeff Buckholder, Coach Reding, Chad Fields, Marty Lawson, Steve VVV, M., ' Raney, Leon Foust, Howie Cox, Kyle Culver, Kevin Pendergraft, Scotty Kreeger, Tom Barbee, Vernon Graves, Matt Wells, Brett Crow, Todd Scoggins, Coach Turner, Coach Belger. Fourth Row: Coach Broyles, Steven Long, Terry Grant, Darrin Shepherd, Brad Nowlin, Randy Brumley, Byron Butler, Scott Russell, Mitch Jones, George Briscoe, Rodney Smith, Jerry Walters, Kevin Mills. Coach Homer considered the victory over El Reno one of the highlights of the season because the Wardogs were able to overcome one the physically largest teams in 4A schools. Seniors exhibited great leadership ability throughout the year and several were honored by being named to Bi-County All-Star team. The Wardogs functioned as a team and all players were honored by faithful student support. Opposite page: Above-Coach Homer works on breakdown exercises. Below-Coach Belger talks to linemen during warm-up stretches. This page: Center: Fans decorate Robertson Field with ballons. Left: Coaches Glenn Reding and Harley Turner react to a play on the field. How many players were on the first football team in 1919? 63 And Then the Fun Begins I V A,,. a Ailes s Ox X- be Upper left: Brett Crowe and Terry Grant close in on a Bixby ball carrier. Upper right: Scott Bekemeier and Keith Anderson cool off during a break in the action. Lower left: Coach Homer signals a timeout. Lower right: Larry Reece drags a couple of Bartlesville team members during a JV game. 64 Fourteen y f ,L J, M553 .,', LM gl M. hwy Wardog Gridiron in Action Upper right: Donny Wood fights off a few Kelley Comets. Lower left: Greg Rhodes dashes down the field against Pryor. Lower right: Scott Bekemeier attempts a pass against Owasso as Randy Brumley and Mark Duncan come to his aid. Who was the only MHS graduate to win the Heisman trophy? 65 Pursuit of the Title Upper left: Greg Rhodes is bogged down ankle-deep at Claremore. Upper right: Coach Reding cleans off Keith Anderson during the muddy Claremore game. Center right: The defense puts it on Owasso during the second time the Wardogs played the Rams. Lower right: The sideline gang yells support for the poor guys in the mire at Claremore. Wardog Football in Review Miami 43 Neosho, MO 14 Miami 38 Springfield, MO 14 Parkview Miami 14 Tulsa Kelley 0 Miami 24 Bixby 8 Miami 30 Tulsa Webster O Miami 21 Ponca City 28 Miami 7 Owasso 20 Miami 22 Claremore 0 Miami 44 Pryor 0 Miami 34 Tulsa Central O 4A Playoffs Round I Miami 33 Owasso 7 Quarterfinals Miami 35 El Reno 15 Semifinals Covertimej Miami 21 Tulsa Kelley 28 Coaches: Bob Homer, Head coach, Bill Belger, Chuck Broyles, Glenn Reding, Rick Simpson, Duane Thomas, Harley Turner. 66 Steve Owens I fb' 5 ,, vwzy W. , , f H 47 it 'inf M 4 'P w Ki, W' : f - 1 , 4 W? 1' we 1 ' 05? f 7 MW. M- .aw V ,wk ' 1 ' K , 2? if A , W AQIQW K. E w lf. vc, 1 QS.. w W Wk . , W x im W. as Q li , M rf ,gr dial' ' J 1 N Vai! Front row: Shanna Dinsmore, Dean Whitworth, Kendra Ferris, Samantha Wyer, Amy Zimmerman, Jamee Grover, Sandy Vaughan. 2nd row: Gina Landrum, Michelle Poprik, Shelly Mead, Carrie White. 3rd row: Cynthia Coltharp, Joni Edwards, Kandi Puryear, Misti Daubert, Darla Smith, Kelly Edwards, Angela Driver, Shelly Sharp, Pam Bowman, Susan Fansler. 4th row: Adrianne Miller, Rhonda Kreider, Diana Blazer, Laura Pendergrass, Robin Miller, Teri Saunders, Christina Will, Vicky Rose, Julie Koppelman, Kelli George. ursuit of ,Precision . . . Miamiettes Gne of the most visible groups at Miami High School are the Miamiettes, a drill team that performs at athletic events and pep rallies. Clad in their blue skirts and sweaters, the group can be seen around the halls on game days, or in the grandstands at football and basketball games. 68 Miamiettes. Practice for the routines begins in April of the year before, the girls make ready by knowing the basics before attending camp in the summer. Leaders Samantha Wyer, Kendra Ferris, and Amy Zim- merman plan routines, choose the music and then teach the movements to the other girls. Mrs. Kriss Morgan, a former Miamiette, is the sponsor and teacher for the girls. In order to pay for camp, music and other expenses, the Miamiettes sell products, have car washes, and try to make ends meet. The group is a dedicated one, their support is invalu- able to the athletic teams. Opposite page, Left: Miamette leaders Kendra Ferris, Samantha Wyer, Amy Zimmerman. Right: The line high kicks at a basketball performance. This page. Upper left: Miamiettes, all bundled for the cold, support the Wardogs at a football game. Center left: Jamee Grover instructs Shelly Kraus during Miamiette tryout rehearsals. Lower left: Joni Edwards and Shelly Sharp pose in their Grecian costumes. Upper right: Julie Koppelman reaches during a routine. Lower right: Miamiettes go punk at a pep rally. Qtr-fwfr .W How many former Miamiettes are employed at MHS in 1985? 69 Q, 5 ,. kwa W gf 'Fm' A Q 5 FQ sg M v Q' ursuit of the Hoop: Boys, Basketball The boys, basketball team had a new face this year: Coach Owasso, the team grew to support each other, even though Duane Thomas. He and Coach Harry Beggerly led a team their record only shows three victories for the season. Since that, although young, had much enthusiasm. most of the team members were sophomores, hopes are high for a victorious 1986. Against opponents such as Claremore, Tulsa Kelley, and Upper left: Boys' Basketball Team. Front row: Troy Leonard, Chad Ayres. 2nd row: Jeff Burkholder, Troy Johnston, Donny Wood, Larry Reece, Wes Buxton, Mike Platt. 3rd row: Coach Thomas, Mitch Jones, Todd Schnakenberg, Rodney Smith, Todd Willard, Keith Anderson, Coach Beggerly, 4th row: Pat Hankins, Jerry Gross, Byron Butler, David Kragt, Steve Kopp. Lower left: Todd Willard tries to corral the ball. Right: David Kragt prepares for a pass. In what year did MHS win its only state basketball championship? 7l Pursuit of the Goal: Lady Wardogs Prevail The Lady Wardogs had a successful season in 1984-85. Under the helm of coaches Harley Turner and John Wilcox, the girls compiled a 15-7 season and made it to area and regional playoffs. During the season the Lady Wardogs kept the fans on the edge of their seats with several games won by less than 3 point margins. Lady Wardogs in Review 36 Miami Vinita Miami Locust Grove Miami Eastwood Miami Metro Christian Miami Vinita Miami Pryor Miami Tulsa Webster Miami Claremore Miami Tulsa Kelley Miami Vinita Miami Dewey Miami Roland Miami Metro Christian Miami Bixby Miami Pryor Miami Owasso Miami Eastwood Miami Claremore Miami Tahlequah Miami Tulsa Webster Miami Pryor Miami O.C. Southeast 72 1972. Left: Amy Osborn and Michelle Knight pursue the ball. Upper right: Girl's Basketball Team. Front row: Aryeanne Snyder, Melissa Ice, Michelle White, Vickie Lewis. 2nd row: Amy Turner, Candy Briggs, Jill Poole, Deedra Moore, Misti Painter, Suelina O'Del1, Murt Reisch, Beth Turner. 3rd row: Coach John Wilcox, Misty Bero, Sherri Walker, Kim McCubbin, Michelle Knight, Amy Osborn, Tena Nelson, Tammy Hastings, Coach Harley Turner. Center right: Sherri Walker tries to make it past a Vinita Hornet. Lower right: The team on the bench cheers a good play. X 32? iff M155 smwb X-sw! YJ i fi lktiiii, Pursuit of the Queen Right: 1984-85 Basketball Queen Sherri Walker and escort Donny Wood. Below: Nothing interrupts the traditional crowning kissg not even an escaping crown. Bottom: The 1984-85 Basketball Queen and her court. Seated: Jill Poole, Tara Mires, Jimi Walker, Sherri Walker, Christi Moseley, Nicki McNelis. Standing: Wes Buston, Rodney Smith, David Kragt, Donny Wood, Todd Willard, Keith Anderson. 74 Wayman Tysdale. Pursuit of the Kin Above, center: Basketball King and his court. Front row: Amy Turner, Michelle Knight, Beth Turner. 2nd row: Keith Anderson, Deedra Moore, Jeff Burkholder, Michelle White, Misti Painter, Will Porter, Tena Nelson, King David Coyne, Amy Osborn, Joby Taylor, Kenneth Smith, Vickie Lewis, Mitch Jones, Murt Reisch. Left: King David Coyne latches on to escort Tena Nelson. Right: Court jesters rib Tena's boyfriend during the traditional kiss. What is the name of the Wardog mascot? 75 Pursuit of Drill Cheerleaders Twelve girls, each different, come together as a cohesive unit known as the cheerleaders. Hours are spent after school and summers perfecting the cheers they perform at athletic events throughout the year. Upper left: The girls make a victory sign. Lower left: Leighan Hill trusts the rest of the pyramid from her perch. Upper right: Cheerleaders twirl during a special rally routine. Center right: 1984-85 Cheerleaders. Front: Oggie Doggie , Leslie Gross. 2nd row: Lorry Allen, Jeannie Moore, Tiffany Vanover, Nicki McNelis, Tara Mires, Christi Moseley, Karri Huneycutt, Stacey Edwards, Fawn Arnold, Leah Garner, Vi Holland, Leighan Hill. Lower right: Lorry Allen, Tara Mires and Vi Holland enjoy themselves during a rally. 76 Oggie Doggie. l V fx., fl? Miami .tl Wardvgf 1 H ' ,, S i if 2 Y'-i' if ' J 'S K ' J' will 2 ul 1 Q- 'N gi? 3' s N x N A .4 '.. t .41 h1-1 ..--' .-fiufefs v -. . 113 f r, t 1 - Qnzzfv-we-wins-fx X......,a V, A ,V up . MR A . .E 1 it P ,f:,. ,..H . sg-,:.,.5 5- . Q If ..sf.fj,, l 2 -N .S'tN.55!' 'Wg Pursuit of Tradition: ld Name, New Face Miami High School has a long tradition of which it can be proud, and one thing that is well-loved is the Wardog, the team name. This year, the Miami Chamber of Commerce commissioned famed sports artist Ted Watts, an MHS graduate, to create a new graphic logo depicting that rare animal. fAccording to CofC research, MHS is the only school with that team name in the U.S.J Mr. Watts unveiled his work at a special downtown rally attended by students, alums, the band, cheerleaders and others, two special guests were Steve and Tinker Owens, both famous Miamians in the sports field. Another newcomer, introduced at the rally as well, was Oggie Doggie, new mascot. Oggie was named in a contest won by Mrs. Glenda Goodman. The fur suit and constructed head were worn by Leslie Gross and Missy Reeseg they attended athletic events, assemblies and made other appearances as goodwill ambassadors for the school. Above: Mr. Jerry Graham receives the new logo from Heisman Trophy winner Steve Owens, as artist Ted Watts and Tinker Owens look on. The new Wardog painting shown now hangs in the MHS main office. Below: Oggie Doggie has been portrayed by Missy Reese and Leslie Gross in 1984-85. How many gold medals did the U.S. win in the 1984 Summer Olympics? 77 Pursuit of Pins: Wrestling Wardog grapplers worked, through matches and tournaments, toward a fairly successful season. The team travelled to tournaments in Jenks and Pryor, as well as to the regional and state tournaments. Miami was represented at the state tournament by Scott Reding, a senior, and sophomore Willie Bowles. The team also hosted the Miami Invitational in December, the hours spent by the team members, Coach Glenn Reding and the Mat Maids made it one of the best run in the area. 78 83 gold medals. Nw This page. Upper left: Jackie Wright ties up a Vinita opponent. Upper right: Leon Foust work for referee Mark Hudson's pin signal. Lower left: Jackie Wright lifts his foe to new heights. Lower right: 1984-85 Wrestling team. Front row: Willie Bowles, John Stewart, Ronnie Walker, Scott Reding, Jackie Wright, Leon Foust. 2nd row: Kyle George, Jamie Williams, Darrin Shepherd, Steve Charlton, Henry Burrow, Marty Seat. 3rd row: Coach Glenn Reding, Gary Wright, John Molinar, Byron Waylan, Steve Raney, Dustin Donohue, David Douthitt, Trey Becker. Opposite page. Upper left: State qualifier Willie Bowles pulls his opponent in. Upper right: Henry Burrow is ready for a takedown. Lower left: Concentration is needed at the time table, as Mr. Porter and Amy Zimmerman demonstrate. Lower right: Byron Waylan get the win. Top: Scott Reding shows his mettle as state qualifier. Upper left: Marty Seat moves for the takedown. Upper right: Mat Maids. Front row: Angie Trask, Monica Cox. Second row: Susan Fansler, Jan Ferris, Joni Edwards, Sharman Bowers. Lower right: John Stewart positions for the cradle, while his foe looks for help from the mat. 80 1966-67. Pursuit of the Kiss Left: James Panter poses with Queen Joni Edwardsg both are seniors. Right: Joni Edwards receives the traditional kiss from team captain James Panter. Belowg 1985 Wrestling Queen and her court. Front row: Stacey Edwards, Becky Judkins, Tiffany Vanover, Joni Edwards, Susan Fansler, Vi Holland. 2nd row: Byron Waylan, Marty Seat, Scott Reding, James Panter, Jackie Wright, Kyle George. What musician hit it big on screen and on the charts after the release of his first movie in 1984? Sl Pursuing ictory Though this year's boy's and girl's track teams were small in number, they were far from small in achievements. Both teams had several competitors in the class 3-A state meet at Norman. Representing the boy's team at state were Brian Hutton, 400 meter relay, Will Porter, 400 meter relay, Donny Wood, 300 meter intermediate hurdles, 100 meter dash, 400 meter relay, and long jump, Derek Converse, 110 meter high hurdles, 400 meter relay, Rodney Smith, high jump, and Brett Crowe, shotput. The girls who qualified for state competition were Wendy Pyle, 800 meter rung Michelle White, shotputg and Tammy Hastings, 100 meter high hurdles, and 300 meter intermediate hurdles. Donny Wood placed third in the 300 meter intermediate hurdles and sixth in the long jump. Derek Converse placed fourth in the 110 meter high hurdles. Also performing well at state competition was Brett Crowe who placed seventh in the shotput. it 1' lv' flll Zi ? ,R A A P ' . ,' 1 f t . ' 1. i fwwm ? an f ig? L. H Q ff B , 49,75 M.. , W ,,.....,....Qa2'5 lb il , 4,5 Above Right: Derek Converse ran this high hurdle 110 meter race in 14,59 seconds, setting a school record in the Norse relays. Above: Brian Hutton is shown here running the high hurdles at the Norse relays 82 Prince, after the release of Purple Rain. First Row: Mike Garde, Mike Hall, Troy Johnson. Second Row: Will Porter, Brett Crowe, Rodney Smith, and Donny Wood. 1 Left: Donny Wood is frozen at the instant before he was victorious in the 100 meter dash at the Norse relays. Lower Left: Michelle White asks for constructive criticism as she practices the shotput. Below: Windie Pyle, Brett Crowe, and Ben Wells are preparing for their next event. Pictured are girl's track team members Michelle White, Tammy Hastings, Windie Pyle, and Cindy Gerke. What U.S. woman won the first women's Olympic marathon in 1984? 83 Pursuit of Tourneys: Golf Both boy's and girl's golf teams were impressive all season. The boys won 8 of 12 dual matches and placed in several tournaments while the girls remained undefeated until the state tournament, in which they were state runners-up. Keith Neel headed up the boy's team, placing runner-up medalist at the Metro-Lakes tour- nament, medalist in the 3A boy's regional tournament and third place medalist in the state tournament. Julie Rieger and Sherri Atchison led the girls to the state playoffs, which includes all girl's teams in the state, no matter the size of school. Julie received medalist honors at the Walnut Creek tournament and Sherri was runner-up medalist. Sherri was also runner-up medalist at the regional tournamentg both were in the top five medalists at the state tournament. -t i. f . F- . , s t ...Q W with J . iiiii R Q i s as 5 if L .... fy l si i.. . ' gleam K Upper right: Girl's Golf Team. Front row: Christy Smith, Leighan Hill, P Kathy Jeffries. 2nd row: Sherri Atchison, Kim McCubbin, Julie Rieger, - Coach Bill Bel er Lower left' Steven Lon tees off Lower ri ht' Bo 's X S ' - 8 - 8 - Y Golf Team. Front row: Kevin Mills, Marshall Smith. 2nd row: Coach Bill Belger, Keith Neel, Richie Lillard, Steven Long. 5 84 Joan Benoit. 4 'tit ,W Qs w , 'AE' Q . 1,3 ,K H , Z Mm! 1 V f W I 8' 4 A vb'- 4 fn ,M Wa. QWQZMAQZ ' 7 ' ' 442, ff, Q V , F if' W-wp ' . 43, 35 fy , , I A 2 ' , ,. W, HCMW-:H ' ' if ' f W ,Q , V X x - 'H W V.: ,,' N jQra?f9.y.W, ff ,, 'W nk V . y Q3 W, . MS' , .wv..A-, WW f, ,:f , H4 RWM, , J f ,MW , 1 ,X A, W 1 41 '? 'l1i 4' . Q2 ffm mm V f fl 1 , Eflivawrm we ' A ff Ea, 1, 4 ff 1 f J V f f 1 .1 f 1 lv ' I 'Wg Q' ,ww M , ,ii , IX S,iQN' Q ' . ,... QW ff' I ' Mmm M . i fkw- - ff X X Q , x 1 -4 x x 0 1 fr 1 X , ,WM raft Q1 Q1 ,mms ---X. M sw f ' V ,, , VV V M,W,,.,, V , is ,W 4 , , ,,5,,f . f f , . -f gf, V, ' :Q ' ' jg ,V 'W ' ' 1 ..... , , t . , H We- ,Af X 4, 1 , 3 ff' U wr W V ' A V V , ,Z I. VV , f 1 , . . VVV V, 'i ,, t ' . Q V f 'fffwi ' TV is fifwr, , VVNVVVV VV A 'V V V VVVVVVWVW MV-V WNW , A ,,,,,,.,,.,.. 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Lower right: Candy Briggs, Misty Bero and Debbie Burroughs yell encouragement to the team, SOFTBALL TEAM, 1984-85: Seniors, Joni Edwards, Tena Nelson, Debbie Burroughs, Sherri Walker, Juniors, Missy Reese, Deedra Moore, Jeannie Moore, Cheryn Owens, Michele Knight, Michelle Whiteg Sophomores, Candi Briggs, Suelina OlDell, Leighan Hill, Shawna Maples, Kim McCubbin tmanagerj, Misty Berog Freshman, Sherri Moore, Michelle Pogue. 86 1984. . ,ig WwW,,,,m Upper left: Sherri Moore claps encouragingly. Upper right: Suelina O'Dell warms up. Lower left: Team members huddle before the game begins. Lower right: Michelle White swings for the crowd. Pursuit of Bases: Softball Girls at Miami High School are sports-minded and softball gives an outlet for energy that represents the school as well. Coach Harry Beggerly led the ladies to an 8-9 seasong plenty of underclassment gained valuable experience for upcoming seasons. 'Q t,,t ,a,,,,,,i to ,,,,,,t,, ,,, , is Av i 'b g 6 E 1-4 ., l How many batters did Dwight Gooden strike out in his rookie season for the Mets? 87 , M WZ ' i 4 .V . if - MWWM, ff , X I Q If ,,L, , , ., ' .Q Q ' 1 W' 7 a, ,- U 5 fwff ' Y . 1 4 K I I 4 1 A ! V i 7 ,,,,,:, 4',' ' ,K f ffff.k f . , ii 1 + V VV ' Wh , Q E I , V 4 f M4 W WW' 'f P044-... W ' MW a W ' V A 'Wm ' f 7 A 4Wf',,,, ' f , n ' 4f Q h , 7 ,J Ig ff ' ' n : ar ' W: y :J my , ,, Q 4 sy M. 7,344.49 ,,,f , .A , Q , M , ,H Y M ,QA ,, I 4 ,, V4 uf ff 'V kj 21 1 4 A 4 1 1 1 ,, f, W fn My ' ' - , V f ,, 5, fi ,W ........l 'W V I f f 'if ,Y , A , , K 1, f w ' W A i 2 A , , 'J . My Q ,,,,, H, k , , W4 ,, V I , H -z x I H1 T'-5 ' X mp W, wg 5 I n 4? ,K , gf 9 f ff 1 4 W Z 4, fa W 13' 7 A 22 A ,. Q ! 3 2 y I ww, J Y yfiy' www 4,1 ,f I Q A . .M , , - M ' ' 1 ,ML A L:f:::'.fff:f',,,,,,,W',J 'f - T-ff' ' G ,,,,.,.,.M,..,4.,.w mwwwwk, ,,,, , V , ,W 7' ' ' A V , W W '-www 1 ' 3. ,, M ng ' , W'f.1'rm '4WLa Hxhw. WL ' .,,,.,,' , , f A f f W., W, W, , M, ,, ' W MM. -W , -- 4 - .., 5 1 V Y ' ' Q, I .A W-,fi f v - 41-1 ,, ' ,H V ' VH , 'N v,5,,.., ..,.. I , ' K W . ' I M . N' '..:f4'fy'i , ,-,'wf,. F W ,f ' I ' ' ' ff? K ' f7l 'm.4 mg wo Mmm 'fwf' ,, M , ,,,w , A ' H X' , 1- ' fm ff A1 . U A ' ' 5 R WW, , , if , ,HI , 1, A f 'f Mn , , f ,V .. My M ' ' W 1 , Y-.1 -K 1, ,' ' ' N , . Q ,,,. l., M cf wf vm I 4 ,M 'W H 4wf,n,,., A, 4, ,l V M f' w W z A M ,, 'wg f ' ,H , U' , 'f ' W' , ' ' ' , G X W ' Mn 2 .. iw 1 ,M MJQWWG. V ' f 1' f- ' ' f vt' Upper left: Chad Fields lies in wait at third base. Upper right: Keith Anderson helps Greg McGinty prepare for the glare ofthe sun. Lower left: 1984-85 Baseball Team: Front row: Troy Leonard, Keifer Jones, Scott Huddleston, Tim Collier, Matt Wells, Thomas Kirksey, Chad Fields. 2nd row: Eric Wells, Wes Buxton, Steve Rhodes, Jamie Williams, Richie Berry, Phil Lamb, Greg McGinty, Marty Seat. 3rd row: Coach Harry Beggerly, Greg Rhodes, Jerry Walters, Keith Anderson, Pat Hankins, Scott Bekemeier, Coach Chuck Broyles. Lower right: Coach Broyles gives a signal to the batter. 5 Z 5 i Xx After 39 pennant-less seasons, what team won their division and made it to playoffs in 1984? 89 Tennis Team Leaps Forward The tennis team continues to fight its way upward progressing each year. Their improvements were made obvious this year when two boys and all the girls competed in the state tennis tournament. The team has always worked at a disadvantage. Because there is no junior high team, the MHS team lacks the experience of their competitors. However, there seems to be an upward trend of younger kids interested in tennis and the team has already shown that they can overcome. Upper right: Aaron Cusher demonstrates the proper ready position before hitting a forehand. Below: A good follow through is another basic element of the forehand demonstrated by Jeffrey Parrott. Lower right: Girls' tennis team - Front row: Elizabeth Ross, Kenda Grover, Laura Jayroe. Back row: Amy Osborn, Misti Painter, Sara Pyne. Page 91, upper left: Boys' tennis team - Front row: Todd Schnackenberg, Robbie Taylor, Jeffrey Parrott. Back row: Mark Stewart, Joby Taylor, Todd Scoggins, Kenneth Smith. Upper right: Laura Jayroe hopes for an ace. Lower left: Robbie Taylor and Aaron Cusher fell in the quarter-finals of the state tournament. Lower right: Amy Osborn and Sara Pyne team up on the courts. 90 The Chicago Cubs. Faculty Pursues Golf Greatness The second annual Miami High School Faculty Golf Tournament was held at the Miami Country Club in May. Several teachers were making their debutg others had participated last year. Among the players were Bob Green, Harry Beggerly, Gary Fisher, Chuck Broyles, Monk Campbell, Rick Simpson, Bill Belger, Jerry Graham, Bob Homer, and Harley Turner. Defending champ Mr. Campbell relinquished his title had a combined total of 79. Above left: Assistant principal Bob Green warms up before teeing off. Above right: Mr. Campbell and Coach Simpson worked together as a team. Below: The second tee-off group posed for a family picture. From the left are: Mr. Beggerly, Coach Homer, Mr. Graham, Coach Simpson, Mr. Campbell and Mr. Green. wmv I gg, 9 'fn 92 1972 Boy's Basketball and 1984 Girl's Golf. CLASSES Sophomores Pursue MHS Life Upper right: The sophomore class gets into the thick of a pep assembly. Upper left: Mike Troyer uses his cribbing talent to make a notation about his most recent detention assignment. Lower left: Mrs. Morgan discusses the Miamiette program with sophomore students. Lower right: Leighan Hill represented the sophomores as an attendant to the football homecoming queen. 94 All unpaid debts. i f X X. K -X if 'Lust Upper left: Shelly Kraus gets golfing instruction from Don Atchison, Miami Country Club golf pro, during a physical education class. Upper right: Leon Foust and Scotty Kreeger just hanging out in the hall - between class? Lower left: Jill Poole receives aid from her mother before the basketball assembly. Lower center: Jerry Gross jams out in the hallsg he's probably supposed to be in class. Lower right: Holly Mustain and Kristy Wooldridge get involved in the art of painting - the wall of Mr. Townsley's room, that is. E rf 1 S mf How many officers did the sophomores have in 1984-85? 95 Sophomores: In ursuit of Experience The Class of 1987 arrived at MHS and let their presence be known at once. Under the leadership of new sponsor, Mr. Gary Fisher, the Sophomores first elected officers. Those chosen were: Robbie Taylor, president, Leighan Hill, vice-president, Julie Pendergraft, assistant vice-president, Stacey Edwards, secretaryg Kristy Wooldridge, assistant secretary, and Holly Mustain, treasurer. These able leaders chose the theme for the football homecoming parade float, and then carried out their plans with the construction of it. The class won second place honors in the annual event. The Sophomores next concerned themselves with the beautification of the MHS grounds. Bushes were donated and placed by a hardy group, who also picked up litter and cleaned the campus areas. Traditionally, the Sophs also cleaned again, this time in the Civic Center after the prom. This proved to be a popular excuse for staying out late, and the leftover goodies were partial payment for their toil. 1 SOPHOMORE EXECUTIVE BOARD Front row: Kristy Wooldridge Holly Mustain, Robbie Taylor, Leighan Hill, Stacey Edwards. Row 2 Jeffrey Parrott, Robbie Webb, Deacon Turner, Cathi Medeiros. Row 3 Lynn Huff, Kim McCubbin, Byron Butler. Miria Allemann V A A , ' .- James Allen . Lorry Allen . , . ' ,W . ,, J , Scott Anderson 2 we . 5 r' j , Susan Anderson sr wif N,,'L. ' t tc' 'iii 1, , K .-. ' in W 9 I r X-id -A Missy Bacon Heather Bailey Julie Bamberl Richie Barry Mike Bauer Trey Becker ,.,. ,., 96 Six. 3 i a S , 5 L,,, wmifsiexv . -l.: , ,.x ,. 15: Q is Mt i gt n UW aussi, . g ir f' -P' ,. SN-ff! , NF' ,Y X Q 'ew fa, sf ' Betsy Beebe Melissa Bero Todd Botts Willie Bowles Trudee Boulware Randy Bradley X 1 :hk i , Q , Sr at E E3 , , . Candi Briggs Danny Bright Toni Brown . Alisa Brumley lu.. . p Byron Butler 3 '-v Wes Buxton p R . , g I Kara Buzzard Shawn Campbell Korey Cantwell Aaron Chandler Keith Chard Steve Charlton uni K' ssl it Q Steve Cherry Amy Chirillo Dan Clark Keith Cochran Ronnie Coker Billie Cole W' OPPOSITE PAGE: Mr. Fisher and a motley crew of sophomores pose in front of their second place float. THIS PAGE. Left: Misty Bero and Candy Briggs are enjoying a cruise down Main in the parade. Right: Cathi Medeiros and Missy Bacon demonstrate the two faces of comedy and tragedy when the drama department dressed for the parade. Which class had the largest enrollment in 1984-85? 97 THIS PAGE. Left: The band's outgoing spirit, led by sophomores, was prevalent all year. Right: After learning the ropes early in the season, the Sophomores finally showed their spirit at pep assemblies. OPPOSITE PAGE. Sueline O'Dell encourages her softball teammates. April Collard Lori Collier Tim Collier Shannon Coombs Rachel Couch Mike Cruz Ted Curry Shawn Daniels Kelly Delano Tom Dixon Dustin Donohue David Douthit Phillip Dowty Stacy Edwards Brenda Espeut Jan Ferris Janice Fisher Tucker Ford Guy Forkum Leon Foust David Furnish Kara Gainer Jamie Garrette Angela Garton x NX SSN X r 98 The sophomores. 5 - t -. .inf W if .. iw - -. , .... 'X M 3-if s ' v. Qi 'six :ef H ts: E' ft 1, ,X xx - Q-jj, O I 67 Soph Spirit. M-H-S! Who ya rootin! for Silence . . . - Sophomores of 85 September 7, 1984 It's not quite true that the first pep assembly found the sophomore class totally unprepared - a few signs were actually hanging over their bleachers. Though, in retrospect, when one compares a few signs to the all-out gym decorations of the upperclassmen, it does seem a bit bleak, it is truly the thought that counts. It is difficult, but one must remember not to be too harsh in his judgements of those who are less fortunate and are only sophomores. The first pep assembly was a humbling experience for most 10th graders, but not without good reason. It is traditional that each cheer be executed without any assistance from sophomores who try eagerly and desperately to participate, but fail miserably. Next, the sophomores inevitably become visibly flustered and embarrassed, to the sheer delight of their friends, the seniors. After all, if the sophomores began the year with too much confidence in themselves and a false sense of security, then they would have no where to go but down! And no one, not even the senior wants to see that happen or do they? Paula Giles Mike Goettel Vicky Green Todd Griffith M Terry Grant k . .,.... ,X . h , John Griggs sk Marcy Griggs Jerry Gross Gladys Harvell Tammie Hasting - . Stephen Hatfield A ' .N was Lara Haugen .E1Pf s p s ie zl. v Q ii', 1,i. G Mary Heard Tara Heck Mark Hemphill David Hesse Leighan Hill SJ , Marcia Holdman John Holt Ray Horn Rebecca Horn Elizabeth Hornback Roxanne Hudson Lynn Huff What class was offered after several years hiatus in the summer of 1984? 99 Karrie Huneycutt Tracy Hurst 5 1 Tracy Irvin - Shawn Jewell i . gp l' Darrel Johnson .Q . 1 1 , Troy Johnson .. Q 1 . ' 'N nnrr 3 ix ki l David Jones Mitch Jones Tammy Kelly Cheryl Kendall Sean Kerr Christy Kilman Melody Kimrey L i . Carrie King Mike Kirchhoff .P Robin Kirkpatrick E . qii. S iik . is S Thomas Kirksey ii'i ' L K Shannon Knox V V J l 'iii K new THIS PAGE. Left: Heather Schmidt and Sara Rollins like to pretend that the floor is on tire in French class. Upper right: Sonya Martin and Alisha Willard drink a toast to homework. Lower right: Kim Reese relaxes after a hard day. OPPOSITE PAGE. In spite of Mr. Burns's warnings, Brenda Espeut is caught checking her hair in the rearview mirror. 100 Driver's Ed. . .S ' af: . QS, ist l ! it RX? Q S' A W3 Wi' 'L f sf Z if lg X 44? isnt' ' u K we it --.. 5, -f- it s xx 'S W' ' THE License Driver's Ed - it's the class you've looked forward to, one of the final steps toward your license, but you find yourself lacking self-confidence. Still, it is a goal every sophomore pursues, and by reaching it, one of the first big steps at MHS is completed. The class is always made up of two types of students: those who have driven before and those who haven't. Some students received limited experience from short trips to the store for Mom Cwhen Dad thought you needed a little practicej, and of course those times Mom and Dad knew nothing about. Driving instructor Mr. Charles Burns works with these students to improve driving skills and break bad habits. After running over several curbs and maybe even landing in a ditch, they have enough experience to get around and therefore prove to be the most impatient drivers. They just want THE LICENSE. But there are also those students who have never been behind the wheel and the very thought of it is enough to make them want to drop the course. S Cheryl Koppelman Shelly Kraus Scott Kreeger t- V Phillip Lamb Kari Lanier Marty Lawson 'Nxt N. 9 .. F sr .. Donna Lemmons Q, A Troy Leonard V V A - Mona Lingren ' it ' Q Steven Long , fi Rhonda Lowe , fl, t ' k , Neecy McCleary f xwk: .R . tg .8 K t t ,Fe K r X3 2? g t Jenny McCool Kim McCubbin Jane McCullough ' ,gm Mike McDowell 3? ', i g Cheryl Marshall I ..,, .T S xr may-si.. an x V Q ..: I .Tig-r Q , K Q 1 .X ' David Martin S S D Sonya Martin , Lgsg g L Tim Martin ik C ' 1. rt r . I Cathi Medeiros P i A 5 Q Q D ' f J Larry Mitchell g S 'X Q ily! Tina Moore . . ts J t t f ' , x Yi X . How did the sophs help beautify MHS in 1984-85? 101 , ,J Lee Morris Tim Mund Yen Nguyen Brad Nowlin Suelina O'Dell Y Holly Mustain Q Greg Osborn L M f . Angela Palmer eeeil e ' f g L . Jeffrey Parrott - ,A Tammy Pearce ' J if L L L i ,X' L . . Julie Pendergraft g L -Lyuf i, ' -' . L Aimee Perry J J P R t ef P . R . X i fi t P R x ..,L j . x 1 ffwg. if e Q 'F - R it 4 ll Y- - -L EX L'x f' A J fi . 'Ss ll ' x Dave Perry . . .. iL ggi K ,.i. . L-'is , , Xi, ir Jill Poole , Dana Price 1 X my S L U Q Windie Pyle L , . L. . . ' LLLL J, 'jf-.z. 5 il 1 Julie Quaid 3 Q . ax i I X Lf Melissa Ragsdale . - Nev' Q1 ' Carla Rausch Darin Ray Kim Reece Larry Reece 1 f - Kathy Reeves -J , Q: ,,.: J1 . 3 i .. i.-' X - Q s. -. ' ks 1 an :. - A .. . in ....i . . he .,.t, + ,,LL - -- . 5 A +3 I XJR. 1 X x X . , 5 x N t S .5331 XX Yet 4 N v . N, ,M 2. THIS PAGE. Left: Billie Cole, Kara Buzzard and others clog the halls each break. Right: Are sophomores growing larger - or are there just more of them? OPPOSITE PAGE. Sophomores take over the hallways often, even when school is over for the day, as Angie Palmer and Cheryl Marshall are doing. 102 They planted bushes in front of the building. -9' ..t 9 ,, ,- me A is X , X V A4 .. 4 . Julie Rieger Chuck Reyes Steve Rhodes Steven Richards viii Dale Riley ' Sara Rollins X l Stephen Raney Robert Roof Mike Rudolph Laura Schaeffer Christy Schertz Heather Schmidt R Todd Schnakenberg Q, Kenneth Schultz Mike Schwartz fi r Billy Seybolt 'f Kurenia Shanks Kent Sherwood Sheila Simon Sissy Smith Shawn Sommer , Sean Spicer ' Shawnda Stacy V Mike Stafford Q- Q . s . Traffic at MHS? One thing which the sophomores as a group seem to have a talent for is blocking the traffic flow in the halls. It has been often observed by students and teachers alike wherever the halls seem to be in a state of confusion, sophomores are undoubtedly at the root of the problem. Sophomores are their most creative when the bells to dismiss each class ring. It is then that the obstacle course begins. Some sophs play roller derby, walking three abreast down the mall and demolishing every thing and everyone in their path. Others, for an unknown reason since they have the lockers closest to classrooms, run against the obvious traffic flow. Particularly tall underclass- men have a penchant for walking backwards in the hall, creating havoc and mayhem as they go. However, by far the worst are those sophs who clump together in the narrowest parts of the mall and block all flow, much like artherosclerosis blocks the arteries to the heart. lt has not yet been determined if the sophomore exposure to Biology I has caused this 'lhardening of the hallways , but it is hoped that this is simply a phase that they are going through. What was the theme of the sophomores' 1984 float? 103 Missi stehman S. i John Stewart 'Q Q . Mark Stewart S S Lorie Swckwell ' Rickey Stout , ,S ffi' 1 it i n - A it :S ii Scott Stowell it - - ,- 'H' S , Q ttee tt S, i .J Khhik S as 2 S SSSSS i Stacie Stowell Robbie Taylor Tammie Thomas Nick Thompson Darren Tippit Angie Trask 22' S ' QE i wi ,KVA ,X X A rg 255 1 K if Mike Troyer Deacon Turner Karger Vanpool Ronnie Walker M K Eugene Washington Robbie Webb xg ' Q -' - S . t -:S, 1 V St S atSS'e Xb- iii S x - x 3 l S ts i 1 W 5 .Q M gs 'E' FXR Q S ik:-r xl sf 'SF '-X in --tSk E E Ns H xx 5 s ai X X 1 RX X THIS PAGE. Upper left: Stacey Edwards leads her class in a cheer. Upper right: Sophomores all enjoy the required biology class. Lower right: Willie Bowles and Ccott Stowell find older women a challenge at a dance. OPPOSITE PAGE. Left: Lori Collier timidly pokes at a worm, one of several creatures dissected each year. Right: Some students resort to the playing-around method of dissection, as David Martin demonstrates. 104 Wardogs Eat Spartan Meat Wav-st Mx, A ,L The Pursuit of Pigs? Dissection always seemed to add a little excitement to biology class. If there was one thing about dissection which everyone could agree about, it would be that it eliminated the usual day-to-day lecture cycle of the class. For this reason alone, most students look forward to the change of routine. Though not everyone was brave enough to actually cut the specimen, others found the process quite exciting, even exhilarating. ,M , :-rrxtaxf 1. ? , 5 9 iz' Eric Wells is Matt Wells Q Chris White ig E -,--fi 'Ti i Lisa White ,,, C Shannon Wholf - f Melissa Wickliffe ' ' s f.s ' X- Q.. ii 5 L, . , 5 t g 4 ' Alisha Willard Chris Willcox -3' 5 Jamie Williams 5'2 , i ' 1 Tracy Williams S ' Misty Wilmoth j k, Chris Wilson Missy Wilson Vickie Wisdom Tony Woerly Kristy Wooldridge ' . 2 U Tim Wright X - is In what year was the present MHS building constructed? 105 Juniors Pursue Activity Upper left: Michelle Jarvis turns a classmate into an unknown clown. Lower left: Kristi Stanton and Becky Judkins lounge in Mr. Stowell's office. Upper right: Keri Kropp works with the library laminating machine. Lower right: Juniors immerse themselves at a pep rally. ,-0' f-if 1 er sr Sze-:fi if .- lc 11 ,i 106 1969 ,Q j, infra Cp... ', i , ., M V M..,.,,,7w.,... 1 Ha.. x - HM ft M' M-,..,.pz-A law-wgp-...au M M , ,,,, ,MN X.: shi Upper left: Junior cheerleaders Nicki McNelis and Jeannie Moore wash Windshields for a local bank promotion. Lower left: Jeff Burkholder is escorted by Michelle White at the basketball king coronation. Upper right: Laura Pendergrass and Dena Whitworth share a pizza. Lower right: Junior workers are penned captives at graduation practice. What two Juniors were editors of the 1985 Miamian? 107 Junior Pursuit For Juniors the prospect of planning and hosting the formal dance of the year - the Prom - brought tension and excitement to the class representatives, the Junior Executive Board. For many years a controversy has raged over an open versus a closed prom. After an exciting campaign, a vote was taken and the decision was in favor of an open dance. For the first time in recent memory, Seniors and Juniors will be able to invite a guest from outside of Miami High School for the price of a ticket. Planning for the annual April event began in October, with the decision for the theme made by mid-December. The Junior Executive Board, and sponsors Mrs. Gloria Holt, Mr. Ron Seat and Mr. John Townsley found A Touch of Class to be worthy of all the fund raising necessary to make the prom a memorable one. Row 1: Mr. Seat, Sponsor, Susan Pyne, Treasurer, Kendra Goodrich, Secretary, Mark Duncan, Vice-President, Keith Anderson, President, Mrs. Holt, Sponsor. Row 2: Sherrie Atchinson, Robin Miller, Susan Garner, Leslie Ingram, Kristie Stanton, Kelli George, Julie Dowler. Row 3: Brian Hutton, Scott Trussler, Rodney Smith, Tara Mires, Jeannie Moore, Deidra Moore. Row 4: Diana Blazer, Adrianne Miller, Kathy Jeffries, Jamee Grover, Teri Saunders, Vicki Rose, Amy Turner. Row 5: Ayreann Snyder, Beth Turner, Darrin Cook, Michele Grover, Jenny Norheim, Julie Koppleman. Row 6: Becky Judkins, Nicki McNelis, Vicki Lewis, Sandi Vaughn, Julie Watterson, Monica Cox. Row 7: Scott Russell, Jeff Burkholder, Vi Holland, Greg Rhodes. Laura Adams , Keith Anderson , Sherri Atchison i . Chad Ayres 3 John Bamberl L' Gary Bell r , ,iiii ',-. J N':: --.: 1- -. . K . Rs. X M siifi f 1 -. I Q -. - vf 'HES Diana Blazer Chris Blevins Mike Boehne Janet Bohannon Trenton Bond Jeanna Brumback Jeff Burkholder J' I Henry Burrow Kristie Burrows Craig Cantrell Stephanie Champlin Sh. it K , 1 W ss k:-., K kk I ' ,..L. . K X iikzii . a -ffl , .... swf .ss if S ' 4 S5 X it is as: X yds, s ' J ... W . ff is X! Q' is . s . .-.- t-. . Y, g g N.... , Lesa Chirillo 108 Laura Dallas and Julie Dowler 3+ 'Q x f X R. xxweg sf, X Q' xft,k , X C Q Q, D M y C N t V 1 :NX J' i X ,FX 'ya I Q rx E 155, o 2 Xxx . Nf.l ss x X 3 S Il' . i in ff' it 1 it N. 5, ' X an 'Q is M mf if N' A r I fy XX lasik W 'W i r W f .vfgtwggr J ,t Debbie Clark Tim Clemmons Angie Collins Darren Cook Natalie Cook Kim Coombs John Cooper Monica Cox Steven Crippen Sam Crockett Brett Crowe Kyle Culver Laura Dallas Chris Davis Clifton Deacon Shanna Dinsmore Richard Dixon Julie Dowler Kenny Duffell Mark Duncan Danny Elkins Mike Elmore Paula Embery John Estes iid! Left: Kathy Jeffries and Greg Rhodes rest a bit at one of the school dances Right: Michele Grover asks for coaching from Mrs. Smith. What animal was featured on the 1984 Junior float? 109 Don Fanning Carolyn Ferry Chad Fields Sherrie Fisher Bryan Ford Tina Frazier James Fulton Mike Garde Leah Garner Susan Garner Ricky Garoutte Kelli George Q Q we gt X 5 l 10 A skunk. 4 QR X ' Q O' 5. .2 et? w S OPPOSITE PAGE. Upper left: Junior Miamiettes perform at one of the pep rallies. Upper right: The Juniors impressed all with their winning entry in the homecoming parade. Lower left and right: Mark Duncan and Becky Judkins climbed the heights to decorate the halls for the Juniors. THIS PAGE. Janitors love Juniors after their confetti baths at pep assemblies. O J unlors ursue S O O plfll Class spirit ran high during the week preceding football homecoming for the Juniors. They gave the most that week to show their spirit. Several nights were spent at the school hanging signsg other class members wrote spirit messages in shoe polish on all types of glass surfaces - windshields, doors, windows on the mall. More Juniors toiled at the bus barn stuffing tissue into the chicken wire frame of the float. The Juniors, past experience with float construction fthe 1983 entry was thought to be an owl or a cat - certainly not the Wardog that is was meant to bej was apparent in 1984 when they emerged as the first prize winners. 'Skunk the Spartans' depicted a large skunk, complete with raising tail and fumesg clothespins were tossed to the parade crowd as the vehicle passed - Junior spirit triumphed! Kyle George Shannon George Cindy Gerke Jason Goettel Kendra Goodrich Frankie Gray R WK 2. 1 39 :.' ,WB .. ,K l ' Jana Greninger I Kg Leslie Gross is Margie Gross l If L K Jamee Grover , gg: AW, ., Mia' Michele Grover Joe Gunther . Raw E 5 if X Mike Hall Pat Hankins Lisa Harris Don Harvell Dale Hemphill Mark Hickey 'S he vi Holland Brian Hutton Melissa Ice Leslie Ingram Kathy Jeffries T Laura John gg-ji 9 In what year did MHS begin operating on a 6-hour schedule? lll Benny Johnston Keifer Jones Becky Judkins Tim Karnes Shawn Kendall 928' Kerry Kirkpatrick Q ,, , X X gi ii e Vex 5 Z 'X Stephanie Kissee Greg Klaus Michele Knight David Kopp Julie Koppelmann Ronda Kreider Sherrie Krisher Keri Kropp Mike Lacy Mike Lawhead Richard Lazenby Vickie Lewis The Pursuit of ACT's Tests are always dreaded, the time to see what one has learned about the chapter. But dreaded is not the word for a test that determines what one has learned in every chapter, in every class, that one has ever taken. There is no cramming for the ACT. The ACT fAmerican College Testj is known for creating bad tempers. Friday night partying is totally off limits. Plenty of rest is essential. As if the idea of getting up in time for a 8:15 test on a Saturday morning is not bad enough, the ACT is a montonous, three-hour test full of questions way above the head, guaranteed to give one an inferiority complex. THIS PAGE. Lee Roberts takes notes for the ACT. OPPOSITE PAGE. Upper right: No, Nikki McNelis, one cannot absorb material by leaning on books. Upper left: Monika Stepp crams for a test of a different kind - a trip to England and France. Lower left: Contrary to popular belief, there is not a section on drill teams on the ACT, Adrianne Miller. 112 1929. ,...,. SQ it , is .W ,af S Q if ur X wi N' sg is Q-X J X ,.Nx -gr SL-1 JN - - 1 iz, at ' f if .. Nc i t -Q. V s- .. SYN k . Elk. X Wi ' ., T No.3 K Y N X ls. N 5 Q SQ' i W, Q X 5 If ' 3 'Q t E 1 N..-aaa' Greg McGinty Nicki McNe1is Justin Mahurin Shawna Maples John Marks Teresa Matthews Chrissy Mattingly Bobbi Maxson Adrianne Miller Colby Miller Jon Miller Robin Miller Adam Miner Carlton Miracle Tara Mires Danny Mitchell John Molinar Deedra Moore Which teachers retired in 1984-85? 113 Jeannie Moore L Sharon Moore , Jolene Morgan Scott Morrison N ' M Marty Mullin , . Pat Mundy . A - P 12 ,,. is - . i i F Angie Musgrave it Rhonda Neal N - Todd Newman V t , ' Jenny Norheim A P Pam Olds it ,. ii.i Sherry Orcutt Deidra Osborn Cheryn Owens Steve Patterson Laura Pendergrass Matt Price Susan Pyne Missy Reese i iii iiii Q Melissa Reisch J 5 Q Greg Rhodes A tj Pamela Roadlander 1 . .D I Lee Roberts ' ga Wade Robertson - K ' i 1 xiii. - 2 g -,f: gi, j g Jnss ' S ursuit of Juniors Seeing friends at school makes one forget there is life after school. After spending hours doing homework, a special interest helps to pass the time. Karate, dance, and working with animals were all very popular among the Junior class this year. Many girls Cand guysj in the class enjoy dancing, some are quite serious about the study of dance. Julie Watterson is just one of our many talented dancers, some who plan to pursue dance as a career. Working with animals is always a popular interest. Clubs such as: F.F.A. and 4-H helped many Juniors pursue this goal. Keri Kropp barrel races as a related hobby. Karate and similar martial arts have been a subject of films that high schoolers like. Scott Trussler and John Cooper find that this activity gives them strength and grace, while giving protection. While some of these interests may seem trivial, the Juniors that pursue these activities are indeed special. 114 Mrs. Elliott, Mr. Campbell, Mr. McCord and Mr. Townsley. s X ' ttt' . it f J tt t , .. 5 fa Y if ... ,S -- E? 5, . ... i w- .fo r. . ' - Ms 'N l . ,.,. , L V , t x V , . X g Hgqrl ...K . . Q X f ' 'Y' 9 ' OPPOSITE PAGE. Keri Kropp demonstrates her agility in barrel racing. THIS PAGE. Upper left: Graceful moves and concentration , are a part of dancer Julie Watterson's life. Upper right: Dale Hemphill , and John Cooper face off in practice. Lower right: Scott Trussler could leap tall buildings in a single bound with his prowess in karate. .?' QQ Q ,ms .... f ' , K W il A 4. Scooter Rogers Vicki Rose Kathryn Ross David Rupert Scott Russell Teri Saunders Kim Savage Joe Schertz V Steffanie Schnakenberg Q Shari Seamon Darren Shepherd ' -- f Darrin Simmons A A Q X ,ml -- R What are sold each year by the Juniors to raise money for the prom? H5 uniors C Juniors find themselves between the proverbial rock and a hard placell - no longer the inexperienced sophomore and yet not quite the frantic, responsibility- laden senior. More is demanded of them than ever before, in the junior year. Classes such as chemistry, Algebra II, research paper and others leave Juniors with an overwhelming feeling of never-ending homework. At the same time, many Juniors Christy Smith Dawn Smith Rodney Smith Mark Smith Melissa Smith Ronnie Snow Ayreann Snyder Kristi Stanton Monika Stepp Richard Stratton Joy Thulin Micki Thulin Terri Timmons Scott Trussler Amy Turner Beth Turner Sandi Vaughan Teresa Walker ' ' hallenged take on jobs to support the ubiquitous car and to save money for college expenses. Still others become involved with activities such as Miamiettes and National Honor Society. The Junior Executive Board tries to involve everyone in prepara- tions for the prom. Although the work load is heavy, the Juniors find that the pursuit of it make the E N4 lf year a special one. A' ,t ': . A ..,, , . f, px- 5 'I hiyk f ., , Xflll- -It in -' ' -'-: M A ,. it .tt . S T wif - 7 'QR as fi H ., Q Q, 1-l - , 1 , , . ,Q ' . l N Xp A ! ie- , J . ,,,, .., L A . x L . .' ' ' 5 , Y ... . a filgilil . NSR it-ff?-J 1 r - we - X if . f - , iw: lltt' f Q- . SLS kwziaitgsxt i ' ' S - , ' ' Q11 f. 4, 116 Donuts at the morning break. S5 .... J+- slfxf -' f fills. M--. 'w 1s ,,.. vig ' Y at Gayla Ward Juli Watterson Byron Waylan Jim Wheat Rayma White s fa Michelle White J Dena Whitworth Christina Will Randy Williams Troy Williams Veronica Womack Q 1525 1 .a Ml 5 ,A . P . Kendall wiimoth . .. ,W X . U -mu' E mlm 7ls Mike Woolridge Gary Wright 1 S2 iii x s f N 2 ls , OPPOSITE PAGE. Left: Kyle George munches popcorn after a hard day in chemistry. Right: Jana Greninger pores over a book for a language arts class. THIS PAGE Upper left: Vi Holland toils at a job that gives more spending money. Upper right: Teri Saunders measures carefully - we wouldn't want to risk an explosion. Lower left: Leslie Gross graciously receives punch at a reception. Which class won the majority of spirit sticks in 1984? ll7 Seniors Pursue Special Talents The Seniors once again entertained the student body with their annual talent show. They proved themselves quite eclectic in their gifts with acts ranging from a humorous Miamiette skit to a duet on the marimba. Music was popular with several groupsg vocal and instrumental performances were audience pleasers. Special treats were the dance skit charting the favorites throughout this century and the audience participartion with Shout , Top row. Left: Sam Wyer taps her way into the hearts of her classmates. Center: Shout , a lip-sync participation number, featured Stan Cordry, Doug DeHart and Kevin Pendergraft. Right: Derek Converse struts his way through the disco era with Laura Jayroe and Kendra Ferris. Bottom row. Left: A senior men's vocal group included Matt Medeiros, Will Porter, John Goldenberg, David Kragt, Scott McCool, David Coyne and Brett Hayes. Center: Michelle Hildebrand and Amy Osborn team up with a musical number. Right: Miamiettes Darla and Pam Bowman snack during their routine. l 18 Seniors. La- L Ji -K si if R it is la Xu SET, '5f,:'2. -Q Q Mya' E' 3' 47 xv 5 E Seniors: Pursuit of the Last Hurrah Graduation The Senior Executive Board is always an active groupg this year was not exception. Under the direction of sponsors Dewayne Mead and Ethel Mailath, the group held a summer garage sale that proved quite prosperous for the treasuryg an additional sale after school began also helped fill the coffers. When homecoming rolled around the board assisted the class with the float and activities entitled Spartan Busters . Front row: Dewayne Mead, Marty Seat, vice-president, Brad Wisdom, president, Sara Pyne, secretary, Matt Medeiros, treasurer, Ethel Mailath. Second row: David Coyne, Kenneth Smith, Todd Scoggins, Christy Moseley, Joby Taylor, Vernon Graves, Jeff Wheeler. Third row: Amy Zimmerman, Eric Martin, Cynthia Coltharp, Fawn Arnold, Brenda Bright, Shana Lemmons, Teri Heard. Fourth row: Melissa Hudspeth, Misti Daubert, Laura Jayroe, Sherri Walker, Amy McGinis, Tiffany Hartman, Amy Osborn. Fifth row: Pam Bowman, Brett Hayes, Rick Brumback, John Goldenberg, Samantha Wyer. Above: Mr. Dewayne Mead, senior sponsor, takes care of some last minute graduation business. Right: Senior sponsor Mrs. Ethel Mailath receives roses in appreciation of her work on the senior talent show. 120 Twelve years. All year long, the Senior Wardogs were in pursuit of the most spirit. Balloons were ordered for pep rallies, cheers were created and skits were performed for the student body. As the year came to a close, the board took on the responsibilities for planning and preparing for the senior banquet A Touch of Classug graduation plans also filled many hours for this industrious group. Although a busy year, the Board, and the class it represented, were not ready for it to end. 'Qi Mike Adams Valerie Adams Tom Barbee Sheryl Barnes . M .,w 'im , L' Theresa Bohannon Mike Boutot mi A K Q Fawn Arnold Shannon Ash Scott Bekemeier Lisa Bentrup Q,i' B l Sharman Bowers Pam Bowman What year was the early release program begun at MHS? 121 Scott Boyd Rick Brumback Roger Champlin Julie Bradley Brenda Bright George Briscoe Randy Brumley Shari Burleigh Debbie Burroughs Gina Cockrell Cynthia Coltharp Toby Conrad In the school year 1977-78. is mi Derek Converse Stan Cordry Above: Studying while waiting to go on stage occupied Mike Boutot's time. Right: Julie Bradley, in one of her quieter moments, avoids opening her notebook, a true symptom of senioritis. Gretchen Couch Howie Cox s Toll Senioritis Takes - Everyone I know has it. You're in a phase, changing from high school to adult life. Matt Medeiros about anything beyond - school seemed infinite. Now, we're at the point where choices have to be made, but we don't know what we want to do. Others, before, have made the decisions for us -- now, it's suddenly our turn. - Up until now, we never thought Eric Martin - You have so much to do, but you don't want to DO anything. Micki Hildebrand - Making plans is the worst! I'm afraid, and yet excited at the same time. Tiffany Hartman In what year did Steve Owens graduate from MHS? 123 Lockers: Big Deal? Spacious lockers are one of the privileges that go with being a Senior. Having spent two years in the long, narrow lockers known to the underclassmen, Seniors have no trouble becoming accustomed to them. While some are content with their lockers just as they are, others want to make theirs more personalized. Rock groups and celebrities are plastered upon the walls. A more natural look is created by the daily addition of paper, candy wrappers, pop cans, notes, etc. By the end of the year it is hard to imagine that these same Seniors could have ever managed to fit their gear into any smaller locker. Below: Shari Burleigh and Kari Griffith attempt to make some order from their home away from home . Right: Stockers adorn Elizabeth Ross's neat cubbyhole. N4 fave, 3 A . X David Coyne Brad Craig 124 1965. E4 if Qliiinng- My i Ml: I . I. ,Hi Eg .gr , if Ss 1 I 1 Es Scotty Craig Ronnie Cravens Aaron Cusher Jeff Daniels Misti Daubert Doug DeHart Ray Delcour Keena Dodson Tara Dryer Kim Duboise Joni Edwards What dance did most of the student body do at Brenda Daugherty Angela Driver Kelly Edwards the last pep rally in 1984? 125 Brian Elsey Karla Frase Donnie Goettel 126 The Bird . Susan Fansler Jason Garde John Goldenberg en nl Deidra Fowler mv Rob Gary Karla Goza Brian Fox Gayla Gill Vernon Graves ursuit of the Sun at Lunch Upper left: Senior guys relax as the rays help the tan. Lower left: Brenda Bright and Shana Lemons share a juicy tidbit outside. Right: It's not hard to look cool when one is a senior, as Jackie Wright and Scott McCool demonstrate. K' mfg gi . .wif - Randy Griffin Kari Griffith Renee Gross Mick Hailey What is the full name of Prince Charles's second son? 127 Monica Hall Sherri Hallet AC.-4 lam? Seniors 2 Expenses : Broke! How many times have seniors had to ask parents for money this year? It probably seems like zillions, and with good reason - it takes a lot of bucks to make it through the final year. First, the senior rings. Then, pictures Cand they cost plentylj. Then announcements, cap and gown, memory book. Then banquet and prom tickets, dresses, tuxes, flowers - the list seems endless. Of course, there are registration fees, ACT fees and dorm deposits for college. By the time graduation arrives, the bank account is exhausted. Thank heavens high school graduation only happens once in a lifetime! Above: Oanh Nguyen shows off her senior ring. Right: Carolyn Miracle hold a fortune of senior pics in her hands. 128 His Royal Highness Prince Henry Charles Albert David. Stephanie Harper Paul Hart 3 N if . ...Bs 8 Tiffany Hartman Brett Hayes Teri Heard Chris Herold M, - Michelle Hildebrand Micki Hildebrand Shawn Hildebrand Greg Hite ., We 'Y' 3 ' www? ! V i J l Keith Hobbs Missy Holdman Kelli Holt Kevin Horn What three schools were combined to form the old MHS at 2nd and A N.E.? 129 V. Q Darrin Horton Melissa Hudspeth Joe Hurst Laura Jayroe l Mark Jennings Melissa John Keith Johnston Wayne Jordan J 1 5 . X. . Cindy Keeton Rhonda Kempel Kevin Kemper Cindy Kidd MHS, Pershing School and Central Junior High. X The Sadness of Goodbyes It was finally here - that time in a person's life that one has been waiting for with anticipation, with excitement and, to be sure, with a tiny bit of fear. The Senior Class of 1985 had arrived. The group anticipated the last homecoming, the last dance, the last day in class. They were excited about cap gown fittings, approaching adulthood, graduation day itself. And they feared the unknown - college applications, job interviews, leaving home. And all the while the class of '85 was thinking of friends - old, new, sometimes, forgetten - that soon would be behind them. No one had ever told them that the senior year was the longest of goodbyes. Left: Staying cool was the priority as seniors checked the list for their position. Below: Fawn Arnold, Monica Hall, Gail Haskins and Shawn Hildebrand grab for their caps and gowns. Mickey Kinder Sandi King Paul Kirchhoff Kristi Klaus How many credits did seniors need to graduate in 1931? 131 K . 1 1 .w I : .,- rzrgafj .,,.,. A f 'ffi'5Q1..1-, mz.Q-Riff? , . A,,::,, L., , David Kragt Kristi Landers Spirit 2 Seniors Senior spirit ran rampant this year. The Seniors took hold of the spirit stick at the first assembly and never let it go. Much of the credit for the Senior spirit has to go to the organization of the Senior class. The basement of Melissa Hudspeth's home became the meeting place for Seniors to prepare for pep assemblies. This year's Senior homecoming float was the Spartan Busters' taken from the movie theme NGhost Buster's.'l The float was designed with a large, red., not allowed sign with Todd Willard and David Kraght as the spartans inside it. Around the sign were David Coyne, Joby Taylor, Kenneth Smith and Matt Mederios as the Spartan busters who perform earlier in the pep assembly. Seniors followed the float in a flattened trailor singing lyrics to the tune of 6'Ghostbusters.', l 32 Sixteen. S X Q S A A5 Gina Landrum David Lazenby it wi Left: The Bird had the Seniors moving excitedly at one assembly. Right: Keith Johnston gives moral support to Todd Willard as he painstakingly silkscreens a shirt for each senior. Sherri Long Amy McGinis Shelly Mead Shana Lemmons Diane McVay Matt Medeiros Scott McCool Glendon McCurley Eric Martin Tim May Shane Meeks Kevin Mills What were the colors of the 1985 Senior banquet? l Carolyn Miracle Christi Moseley Keith Neel Jake Nelson we sii.s. Tena Nelson Amy Newman David Nodine Amy Osborn Tena Osburn Misti Painter 134 Burgundy and silver. Ardith Nourse James Panter Rusty Patton Kevin Pendergraft Danny Perry Steve Perry Pursuit of Power: Seniors Run City of Miami May 2, 1985. A major disaster hits Miami and the city leaders choose to bulldoze MHS. No, it didn't happen, but on that day a group of seniors took over the city offices for a day. This same group was recognized at a city commission meeting that evening for their leadership. The annual Government Day, sponsored by the local Elks Lodge, allows students to observe city government first hand. Those seniors who participated in 1985, and their jobs, were: Matt Medeiros, mayor, Angela Driver, Paul Kirchhoff, Kelli Holt and Brad Wisdom, city commissioners, Jake Nelson, chief of police, Shannon Ash, fire chief, Pam Bowman, city clerk, Kevin Kemper, general utilities manager, Scott Bekemeier, director of parks and recreation, Ran Qualls director of streets and santitation, Michelle Poprik, city engineer, Missy I-Ioldman, librarian, Melissa Hudspeth, city judge, Sherri Walker, city attorney, Debbie Burroughs, superintendent of municipal building, Shelly Mead, director of civil defense, David Coyne, city administrator, Wayne Jordan, superintendent of water, Marty Seat, superintendent of utilities, and Amy Zimmerman, economic developement director. Above: The city commission . Front row: Angela Driver, Paul Kirchhoff, Matt Medeiros, Kelli Holt and Brad Wisdom. Second row: Elks leader Lamar Bennett and Mayor Dr. Bill Goodman. Which senior has the longest name? 135 Pursuit of Senior Favorites Many things have changed since the freshman year, but some things remain the same. Such was the case when it came time to choose Senior favorities for 1985. Amy McGinis is still the craziest and so is Jackie Wright. Marty Seat is still the class flirt just as he was during junior high. And Todd Scoggins still supports his school: he was chosen most school spirited at MHS and at WRJH. Matt Medeiros and Amy Osborn were most intellectual runners-up in l982g they were selected again this year QMatt says that he only dresses the partlj. Others chosen by the class of '85 were Terri Phillips honorees as freshmen, but in a different area. Tena Nelson was a runner-up best all-aroundg she was selected most athletic in 1985. As a freshman, Sara Pyne was opted for as best personalityg she has expanded her talents to be chosen most likely to succeed. Donny Wood and Samantha Wyer both switched fields, from best personality to most athletic and most intellectual to best all-around, respec- tively. And then there's Joby Taylor - who didn't receive a nod as anything in 1982. What a difference three years can makeg best all-around is his for the taking. Mike Platt Michelle Poprik Kandi Puryear l Sara Pyne Randy Qualls Jim Rathjen Marty Ratllff 136 Michelle Hildebrand. in 1-. S it Elizabeth Ross Scott Reding Doug Robertson Simply Rodriguez 1 iiioi- . i A .ta L - .wr .W r 5, sl :qt Regina Sadia Joe Schaeffer fm.: .. i XX Nienx ...,.. rf -Q-V5 - i Donna Schertz Todd Scoggins .. ii 4 , 3 3' 5 f -sf me I V s..J We ti'1'i5 Opposite page. BEST PERSONALITY, Kelli Holt and David Coyne. This page. Left: MOST INTELLECTUAL, Matt Medeiros and Amy Osborn. Above: MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT, Melissa Hudspeth and Todd Scoggins. After what hit movie did the seniors base their homecoming 137 theme? Greg Scott Stacey Shelton John Scruggs Darla Smith Marty Seat James Smith Shelly Sharp Kenneth Smith Jim Summers Joby Taylor Tammy Teel Becky Thulin 1 38 Ghostbusters. M-s ' Shelly Thulin Tiffany Vanover Left: MOST ATHLETIC, Tena Nelson and Donny Wood. Below: CLASS FLIRTS, Misty Daubert and Marty Seat. Daryl Wakefield Sherri Walker What MHS grad designed the image for the new Wardog logo? 139 Tim Walker Jerry Walters Ben Wells Jeff Wheeler Carrie White Todd Willard Susie Williams Troy Wilmoth 140 Renowned sports artist Ted Watts. XM Janine Winton Brad Wisdom Donny Wood Deana Wright x f as is X Qi . : .fain . X s N Jackie Wright Joey Wright Samantha Wyer Amy Zimmerman Opposite page. Left: CRAZIEST, Amy McGinis and Jackie Wright. Right: BEST ALL AROUND, Joby Taylor and Samantha Wyer. This page. MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED, Sara Pyne and John Goldenberg. Why didn't the seniors wear their mortarboards at 1985 graduation? 141 Boyas and Girl's State Being chosen to attend Boy's State or Girl's State is an honor which a student will remember with a sense of pride. While attending the student will find many new friends as well as a better understanding of state government. Joby Taylor, Marty Seat, Melissa Hudspeth, Samantha Wyer, and Kelli Holt were the students who attended during the summer preceding this year. It is certain that these students gained much from this experience and were able to bring some of what they learned back to MHS. Above: Girl's state representatives, 1984: Kelli Holt, Samantha Wyer, Melissa Hudspeth. Right: Marty Seat and Joby Taylor, Boy's State representatives, 1984. 142 It was too windy. SPRING HAPPENINGS Pursuit of A Touch of Class The Miami Civic Center was once again transformed into a faraway place one night in April, this time the Juniors hosted Seniors and their guests to A Touch of Class . The annual prom featured the sparkling lights and skyscrapers of a large city with glitter and black tie. The Juniors spend many hours working on the decorations: skyscrapers and a top hat were built , mylar curtains were hung and trees were painted and festooned with twinkling lights. A Rolls Royce fyes, a Rollslj was brought in for some classy pictures and The Hit Bandw was hired to perform. Finally, after the months of work earning money, planning, etc., the magic night arrived. All were delighted with the appointments and danced until their feet hurt, then, they just kicked off their shoes and went back for more. After the dance, miniature golf, a recreation hall and the Elks' Lodge were available for further fun and breakfast. It was truly a worthy pursuit! 144 Purple and gold. xiii., , MW - Q ' Mar ' W , ' fa i , z if 5 l r Q 4 Y 5 4 if W .. 6 MGE i 'W.f f - Opposite Page. Upper left: Vi Holland and Nicki McNelis spray trees. Upper right: Mark Duncan and Kristi Stanton greet the Juniors' guests. Lower left: Skyscrapers and a big top hat fKing Kong's'?J pointed the way to the ballroom. Lower right: Couples slow dance to the romantic music. This page. Above: The fountain was a popular spot for couples' chitchat. Lower left: Sherri Atchison enters the room. Lower right: Brian Hutton and Julie Bradley cuddle on the dance floor. What was the picture backdrop for the 1985 prom? 145 Upper left: Scott Trussler and Kelli George enjoy each other's company. Upper right: Sandee Schuler gives Joe Schaefer a thank you kiss for the bouquet. Lower left: Even teachers enjoy themselves, as Mr. Dewayne Mead and his wife Jo demonstrate. Lower right: Tired, aching feet? Remove the shoes! 146 A white Rolls Royce. W in WM hui J 'J 1 4.,5,ffgQ,'f'V N 'M A Q . K ,WWF T' , -ag, f., .2 2437 A fm-F ' Af pf .2 51' fy -.-....,, BACCALAUREATE-CGMMENCEMENT EXERCISES Principal Jerry Graham, Presiding Processional -- Pomp and Circumstance . . .......... High School Band Edward Elgar David McKinney, Director Invocation ............ ......... A my Osborn lt's Time For Movin'On . . . ..... Amy McGinis, Soloist Dare to Excel . . . .............. .... M att Medeiros Speaker Friends ............ ..... C hristi Moseley and Scott McCooI, Duet Don't Dream It - Belt .... ............ ..... S a mantha Wyer Speaker Platform Guests Dr. Jack Reed .... ....................... S uperintendent of Schools Dr. Bill White .... . . . .... ...... ..... A s sistant Superintendent Board of Education Mr. Larry Smith, President Mr. James Oglesby, Clerk Mr. Glenn Wolfe, Vice-President Mrs. Ruth Ann Farris 148 TheG G by d oo PRESENTATION OF AWARDS Valedictorian .... ............... .... B i II Boyer Rotary Club President Salutatorian . . . .............. ..... D r. Pat Kragt Lions Club President Masonic Student of Today Awards ........................ Arnold Cullison Miami Lodge No. 140 AF8tAM American Legion Awards and Outstanding Athlete Awards .......................... .... B ill Kyser Americanism, American Legion Presentation of Class .... ................ .... J e rry Graham Principal Acceptance of Class . . . ...................... .... L arry Smith Board of Education President Presentation of Diplomas .... ............ .... J e rry Graham Principal Boll Call . . . . . .Melissa Hudspeth and John Goldenberg Benediction . . . ......................... Joby Taylor lA udience Seatedl Ftecessional -- Pomp and Circumstanceu . . . . .High School Band Where was h J S b q h ld 1923? 149 The Honor Graduates of 198 ...A , VALEDICTORIAN SALUTATORIAN Paul Kirchoff Joby Taylor 150 At Hotel Miami. MASONIC STUDENTS OF TODAY Sherri Walker and David Coyne T N H .Wy f '5' 'W f 4 '1 A, 'rm , 'eff 3,5-',nv,:,. 9 .-'TCE' ,. ws. -ff,, 'i r, I NW f X73 .wh 1, I -fi, t S , ,.,,w,r,.,,.,.. ,,,1,,,.v-.lf ,,'gy,,.,, f, , S M, f K ' nf ff. Wfyjlv ,-r'4gIA'.a'If'.El r zy f-1 ,H Qgz' 'Q ,, 4 ,o f, - T. df mm-4 I ,z v ,U - ,gow V. ,Nt . Mi 1, ,qw , , -v-A , X Wm ' I if V Q, .,v'l f. 'inf' Y 5.5. 1 -, fs. ,Q - ' 10 Q a . f , 0 ,jf-0 N 425' 52.4 'f.Y'4',Q H, 'fuk gig.: J: ' 'M ' A R x ' I 'Q 1g'f'5.gif',LA ,Jig , it ' if 4 we vi .Q M. M . ,M , ,A 7 M V ft, Sammy we W 'fzfmj 'Y' ii' V -., lln I A X levy... ,,4wi3,ji4kQ , lnywaky 1 .xt 5, in WSWQAMHQ TTY in fe 1 W ,, .J MIA: ln.: 'lm fy 2 TT'-'Q'-1 ' ii Q' OUTSTANDING GIRL AND OUTSTANDING BOY Kelli Holt and Joby Taylor OUTSTANDING BOY ATHLETE OUTSTANDING GIRL ATHLETE Donny Wood Tena Nelson How many students were in the first graduating class of the first public school in 1900? l5l Below: Those on stage watched intently as Matt Medeiros spoke. Right: Matt Medeiros encourages his fellow graduates to keep striving for higher goals. Lower left: Amy McGinis expressed the feelings of many as she sang. Lower right: Mike Adams answers to the roll call read by John Goldenberg and Melissa Hudspeth. 152 Five. Left: Mandy Horton found it difficult to make the final steps on crutches. Lower left: Simply Rodriguez, Rusti Patton, Gina Cockrell, Sherri Long, and Donna Shertz celebrate the occasion together. Below: Sandee Schuler is all smiles as she receives her diploma from Mr. Graham. The Ultimate Pursuit . . . the Diploma Graduation is a time which seniors meet with mixed emotions, as Samantha Wyer very accurately said during her speech entnled: Don't Dream it, Live it'l. lt was apparent as Sainantha began her speech that her thoughts were directed more toward the sad end of the emotion spectrum. The students who appeared on stage for a purpose besides accepting the coveted hdliS diploma were the following: fcontinued on page 1545 What three male MHS graduates wore shorts under their gowns on May 26? 153 Below: Keith Neel and Todd Scoggins share the closeness of the moment. Right: Julie Bradley shows she is proud to be a graduate. Lower right: Seniors cap off the event with the traditional hat toss. my I W5 Q. Matt Medeiros was the other speaker on the extremely windy day of May 26. Amy McGinis, Christie Moseley, and Scott McCool sang beautifully and effected more than a few watery eyes. The Valedictorian and Salu- tatorian awards were presented by the Rotary Club to Paul Kirchoff and Joby Taylor, respectively. Joby Taylor and Kelli Holt were recipients of the Outstanding Boy and Girl presented by the American Legion. David Coyne and Sherri Walker were winners of the Masonic Student of Today. Donny Wood and Tena Nelson were chosen most athletic by the Masonic Lodge. Amy Osborn gave the invocation, Melissa Hudspeth and John Goldenberg were the lucky two who read the 191 name roll call. The ceremony was ended as Joby Taylor gave the Benediction and the signal for all seniors to move the tassel from right to left. Though a touch of sadness overshadowed the event most seniors were excited at the accom- plishment of their ultimate MHS goal. 154 Eric Martin, David Coyne, and Joby Taylor. C' v O O 5 . ' -QQ. ADVERTISEMENTS MoDona1d's Something Special 1031 N. Main 542-2094 1 N. Main 542-7616 B8LB Auto Supply 215 S. Ma 542 5515 156 The MHS handbook. Dawson's Jewelry 40 N. Main 542-5566 The Shoe Place 9 N. Main 542-6788 J .C. Penne 20 Main 542-4427 N. Wu- , Ns.,-in Z 3 , O O Lynn s of M1am1 23 N. Main 542-7655 In 1933 what dld soup nn the lunchroom sell for? 157 First National Bank 2 N. Main 542-3371 A11 Occasions Char1ie's Chicken Anthony's 1527 N. Main 542-8210 2021 N. Main 542 4483 158 Five ce Showtime Video s , , :HAM Kvkgygirfmv '-Exim. -, iii ffg. fix O A ' .5 X Xxx Y 9 2 J ,J What 52.00 purchase was required of students who drove to school in 1984? 159 'QIRQUS' .Y A. 1 Q- ,W X ,.q,.V,1V .Q almart 2015 N. Main 542-6651 f 5 3?-ge 'IH MW . 3 Q I 1 ,. .L . . . SOH11y,S Service 8L Garage L6V0,S Flowers 2040 N. Main 542-2277 2107 E. Rockdale Rd. 542-4441 160 The purchase of a MHS parking sticker. pq..- Bowers W. Central 55 if 313 Q? H WH,5QW iMSURANCE Gibsons Who was the first artlficlal heart reclplentq 161 2555332252335 LeSueur Studios RT. 5 Box 178A 542-6471 OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED BY OUR STUDIO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY WEDDING INVITATIONS AND ACCESSORIES TUXEDO RENTAL SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACCESSORIES CUSTOM FRAMES AND MATTES INSTANT COLOR PASSPORTS M The Video Shop Trigg Snyder Motors 1515E Steve Owens 540-1514 422 N. Main 542-5511 162 Barney Clark. I Cardinal Food Store Pioneer Printing lst 8: B S.E. 542-5843 18 W. Central 542-5521 Ei! il W I 4 5 , 6 V fha g Z li nQU1DW ' 1' v : , . E ,., xi x E .' 5, NM? ' mf ,, 1. R - '- f 4 M Wim., Us rms . iff, 5i,,JF,k W9 .- fiawfr M542 g sr ,fm .. bmivfgz. 23,4 5 0 xl Home Furniture 121 N. Main 542-5541 U.S. Metal 204 22 N.W. 540-1515 What was the cost of a Broadcaster when first published in 1926? 163 ,-'V 1 . il it astee Freeze 700 E. Steve Owens 5 2 7948 164 A n1cke1. Bomford, Couch, SL Wilson Miami National Bank 12 E..Central 542-3358 1749 N. Main 542-1641 iigrw ,N 3 3.2! ia Rl L Wilburn Pharmacy 30 Goodrich Blvd. 542-6052 What is the name of the band that performed at the end of school street dance sponsored by S.A.D.D.'? 165 Kissee Motors Harvey's Diamonds 84 Gifts 521 N. Main 542-3341 9 S. Main 542-4127 Wx, ., , , M ,,,,, 2 ,, , Duff's Miami Floral 1525 N. Main 542-2864 WM, f',. r , , Vvf V ff-gmt, M vi,,, !,g, . 1 WWA r 166 The 'A yl Ozark Athletics Coca Cola Distributing 14 N. Main 542-1752 P.O. Box 402 Vinita, Okla. -as W 3515? sborn Rexall Drugs ll W. Central 542-4443 What automaker was acquitted of coke dealing after a long trial in 1985 and quit producing cars after going bankrupt? 167 Katner Mills Pizza Hut 200 S. Main 542-5591 1320 N. Main 542-8474 wa M f'VT'l1Je for our LLM.kc CUSTUNERPAMHG 1 , 5 , if .5 ff , KZY , , it , 2 1 ,WW . 5 1 , P 4 j 53, 34 H Q 7 ,-X -mir' 'A PM 7 .Qf'fV ?.L:faf ,P . .. -5 24.452 , fm. A W, 5 2 ? , 5 1' Qzikw Hi: 4 5 1' r 5- mf f f 1, .wg,5,,,',k.q::f1gx , :,,g'1Af,g3 mf gr A 4 '1:::f,4f-W ,,5 5 V 4 4 412 ', , aww-W1 A 4 Belks 168 John DeLorean of Smiles .. . Miami Dentists Dr. L.C. Pyne Dr. Jack Robinson Dr. Thomas Robinson Dr. W.D. Jackson Dr. William Neal Dr. William Goodman h gdd MG g h 985gd . 169 Seniors Pursue 4I :' y 834565 I V. . V g Scholarships A Above: Front row: Valerie Adams, Donna Schertz, Christi Moseley, Scott McCool, Amy Osborn, Tiffany Vanover. 2nd row: Randy Qualls, Brett Hayes, Marty Seat, Greg Hite, Greg Cheadle. Center: Front row: Michelle Hildebrand, Troy Wilmoth, Donnie Goettel, Micki Hildebrand. 2nd row: Scott Boyd, Danny Perry, Diane McVay, Jim Rathjen, Ben Wells. Below: Front row: Glendon McCurley, Rick Brumback, Paul Kirchhoff, Paul Hart, Eric Martin. 2nd row: John Goldenberg, Samantha Wyer, Mike ' Boutot, Joby Taylor, Joey Wright, Joe Hurst. 2-'Es 170 It's Time for Moving On . -ami lla is Qi , H , Front row: Pam Bowman, Brett Hayes, Brenda Bright, Shana Lemmons, Wright, Joni Edwards, Marty Seat, Randy Brumley. 3rd row: Sherri Brad Wisdom, Christi Moseley, Cindy Keeton, Eric Martin, David Coyne, Walker, Mickey Kinder, Paul Hart, Debbie Burroughs, Kari Griffith, Tom Barbee, Scott Bekemeier. 2nd row: Jeff Wheeler, Tammy Teel, Kelli Shari Burleigh, Carolyn Miracle, Amy Zimmerman, Darla Smith, Holt, Donna Schertz, Teri Heard, Shelly Mead, Michelle Poprik, Joey 'Cynthia Coltharp, Misti Painter. Front row: Sherri Walker, Kelli Holt, Donny Wood, Vemon Graves, Mike Adams, Samantha Wyer. 2nd row: Rick Brumback, Keena Dodson, Marty Seat, Keith Neel, Tena Nelson, Amy Osborn. What lady will reeme Almost 80 MHS Seniors were chosen to receive scholarships of one kind or another to some 20 institutions of higher learning. While a majority of the grants are freshman or technical scholarships to Miami's own NEO A8cM, others came from schools in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. Donny Wood has been tapped for the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado, several received debate, athletic or music scholarships to various universities, or scholarships from civic organizations or memorial funds. rge on July 4, 1986 after a facelift? 171 Pursuit of NFL Nationals Jim Summers and Mike Boutot used their speech and debate skills to earn selection to the National Speech Tournament in the Student Congress division. Jim was selected outstanding senator and Mike outstanding house member in the Oklahoma Student Congress, held at Oral Roberts Univer- sity. At Nationals in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Jim and Mike will assume the roles of legislators for a week, debating mock bills and resolutions. At the end of the tournament the outstand- ing speakers in the nation will be named, from this group many of our countries future leaders will emerge. Mike and Jim have both been active in the speech and debate program at MHS. Both have made it to the state tournament on more than one occa- sion, and Jim has attained the double ruby, the highest honor bestowed by the National Forensic League. Below: Jim Summers and Mike Boutot, Miami's entry to the National Speech Tournament. 172 The Statue of Liberty. 5 X I-J Barbara Smith: klahoma Teacher of the Year QW! .. Ml.. EW Wwazm 2 .. W ' .4 y fiwrlg The Cit of Miami, and Miami High School, received a great honor in September when Mrs. Barbara Smith, MHS speech, debate and language arts teacher and coach, was named 1984-85 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. Nominated by the Miami Association of Classroom Teachers, Mrs. Smith was selected by a panel made of members of the Oklahoma Education Association, the Oklahoma City Chamber of Com- merce, the State Department of Education and the State Fair of Oklahoma. Mrs. Smith, a teacher at MHS since 1972, is well-known for her dedication to her students and to her profession. She has coached the speech team to several state championships, as well as directed one-act play award winners. Mrs. Smith is also a double-diamond key coach, an elite award in the National Forensic League. She is involved in civic organizations as well as the leadership in MACT and OEAQ she has spoken out for education to newspaper, television and the Oklahoma Legislature. MHS is fortunate to have her as an asset to the school. Why was Vanessa Williams doubly famous? 173 In Pursuit of Chemistry Unknowns With the coming of springtime, as the saying goes, most young men's fand women'sJ minds turn to love. However, something else fills the minds of chemistry students: UNKNOWNS. The sheer mention of the word brings groans, tears and hair-pulling. Mr. Kenneth Harvey's room becomes a place where only lab elves dare tread and the anticipation of the happy or sad face stamp on a paper is akin to that moment just before a roller coaster takes its first plunge. Upper right: Much to Steve Patterson's dismay, Mr. Harvey has stamped ll sad faces on his paper. Center right: Kristi Stanton and Vicky Rose try to get it right. Lower left: Danny Elkins makes a test on a chemical while Mike Boehne gives support. Lower right: Mr. Harvey points to a chemical in his inner sanctum. 174 She was the first black Miss America and the first forced to give up her crown Ji.. MHS Pursues Classes n Memorial Day Although two days were missed because of weather in 1985 fone for snow and the other for the February floodj, Miami Public Schools thought they would be forgiven by the State Department of Education. Until 2 weeks before the end of school, that is, when Dr. Jack Reed was notified that one would have to be made up. After putting the matter to a vote of the staff, Monday, May 27, was selected. The only problem this caused was the Memorial Day holiday. As it turned out, only 4396 of the student body of the district attended that day. Classrooms and the parking lot at MHS were almost empty. And the news media picked up on the storyg Mr. Graham was interviewed on TV, and USA TODAY listed Miami as the only school district in the nation to be in session. Upper left: Mrs. Ann Simmons tries to lecture to a sparse class. Upper right: No one had a problem with parking on Memorial Day. Center left: Mr. Graham becomes a media star. Lower left: Makeup work was the order of the day for most students. Which was the first ad sold for the 1985 Miamian? 175 We Just anna Have Fun! V V ,W :- ,L .. .5 V w l - wffzg, l ' l f 'W a l- W- fe . .,,,, .pf ff. wk ., V. , , V . W, My ffl Q aww, Y ., M V f 0 ' Wk V4 . 5' if My W , 0 I 1f+Q.fg,, V W t'W',',.i,.. ' 'iL.sf 1r.1'-.a?t'xWe-.ref , l. if f'.,Qz2M 3?f' 'Q' .. .-M2517 J' 3 'ff .,. 1f'n'L ' , -ggmyw f M W ., -g2L1?f4 ,.gg:ffva 'Qi we w g ' -I 453 i ts ', il4 wtfiiii, EJ 4 1 fm 11' ' ft at ,Wa w 4 'qmfm My v' . --7' 'Bm . H .qw , .-W1.f'f' ' if 'ff it? ' qe?1gWN.Z' V. I A ..-,A A. I I 5, 5 ,sy ff,s1..1 H . ,?:f:fs.'.' .ti W' +5'A'?fmf3w if 7 I V-.K.4-ww' x x.. im ,,a,,,1NmiL, .f . Q Y: ., ., V ar fiafgy tus.. we 1 ff' f' yymgfi , f 1 gig. f mf, e l gdf' in 4 ,- . .mg4., .f , M-,uhm ' 4- ,A 46 Upper left: Nick Thompson reaches for the frisbee at noon break. Upper right: All types of warnings and disclaimers can be found in the chemistry lab. Center right: Leslie Gross and Kelli George soak up summer rays. Lower left: Mr. Graham shows off his winning form in golf. Lower right: Todd Willard struts as an offensive Bixby Spartan. 176 First National Bank. 124 S J. P Y W ,Q , f f QL' ' V f ' ' w V Upper left: Sherri Atchison munches popcorn while listening to a lecture. Upper right: Kendra Ferris shows her technique to Mickey Kinder, Paul Kirchhoff and Rob Malan in a thermodynamics physics lab. Lower left: Who are these masked people? QHint: They both work in the resource room.J Lower right: Sometimes people come to school just as they are. Which teacher's uncle was shot by the infamous Bonnie and Clyde? 177 In Pursuit of Moments to Remember Upper left: Joby Taylor conducts with fervor at the Senior talent show. Upper right: Kandi Puryear sometimes wonders why she's a Miamiette, especially when it's cold and dreary. Lower left: Kathy Jeffries and Jamee Grover will follow one anywhere to sell donuts. Lower right: The K-9's show what they think of a call at a basketball game. 178 Mr. Campbellls. 1 5 Y ol, X Q1 A f 'X Eg, X Q 1 X 1' UF fii .L i 'EE ll it iii NM X 5 . t, ,, Center, above: Senior footbaluwlayers appreciated the efforts of the Miamiettes. Lower left: Jake Nelson and arty Ratliff wanted to commemorate graduation with their picture. Lower right: Christi Moseley adds final touches before a Coronation. What was the last day of the 1984-85 school year? 179 Miami Business Supports Wardogs Arbyis Fastrip Home Furniture Hull-Hoover Motor Company J's Golf Shop K.Cfs Country Corner Litwin's Liz and Ruth Ann's Dance Studio Miami Stone Mi Patio Restaurant Ottawa County Abstract The Shoe Box Western Auto DeHart, Doug 118, 125 DeLano, Kelly 98 Delcour, Ray 52, 125 Dinsmore, Shanna 68, 109 Dixon, Richard 109 Dixon, Thomas 48, 98 Dodson, Keena 46, 48, 49, 125 Donohue, Dustin 78, 98 Douthitt, David 52, 78, 98 Dowler, Julie 39, 43, 45, 47, 57, 60, 108, 109 Dowty, Philip 98 Driver, Angela 24, 68, 125, 135 Dryer, Tara 125 Duboise, Kim 125 Duffell, Kenny 109 Duncan, Mark 39, 40, 63, 65, 108, 109, 145 Ee Edwards, Joni 9, 68, 80, 125 Edwards, Kelly 125 Edwards, Stacy 47, 76, 81, 96, 98, 104 Elkins, Danny 109 Elsey, Bryan 125, 126 Embery, Paula 109 Elmore, Mike 50, 57, 58, 109 Espeut, Brenda 52, 98, 100 Estes, John 52, 109 Ff Fanning, Don 110 Fansler, Susan 47, 68, 80, 81, 125, 126 Aa Adams, Laura 52, 53, 108 Adams, Mike 121 Adams, Valerie 52, 121 Allemann, Miria 52, 96 Allen, James 96 Allen, Lorry 11, 76, 96 Anderson, Keith 2, 18, 39, 42, 63, 66 74, 108 Anderson, Scott 96 Anderson, Susan 96 Angle, sean 44, 57, 96 Amold, Fawn 76, 120, 121, 131 Ash, Shannon 46, 48, 49, 121 Atchison, Sherri 84, 108, 145 Ayres, Chad 7, 71, 108 Bb Bacon, Melissa 52, 96, 97 Bailey, Heather 96 Bamberl, John 52, 108 Bamberl, Julie 52, 53, 96 Barbee, Tom 63, 121 Bames, Sheryl 121 Barry, Richie 96 Bauer, Mike 96 Becker, Thomas 78, 96 Beebe, Betsy 97 Bekemeier, Scott 63, 65, 67, 121 Bell, Gary 39, 108 Bentrup, Lisa 121 Bero, Misty 72, 97 Blazer, Diana 10, 40, 43, 68, 108 Blevins, Chris 108 Boehne, Mike 108 Bohannon, Janet 108 Bohannon, Theresa 121 Bond, Trenton 108 Botts, Todd 25, 43, 45, 57, 97 Boulware, Tmdee 97 Boutot, Mike 57, 58, 121, 172 Bowers, Sharman 121 Bowles, Willie 78, 97, 104 Bowman, Pam 14, 47, 68, 118, 121 Boyd, Scott 52, 121 Boyer, Roger 121 Bradley, Julie 10, 121, 123, 145 Bradley, Randy 48, 97 Briggs, Candi 72, 97 Bright, Brenda 120, 121, 127 Bright, Danny 97 Briscoe, George 40, 63, 67, 121 Brown, Toni 50, 97 Brumback, Jeanna 52, 108 Bmmback, Rick 10, 39, 44, 57, 122 Bmmley, Alisa 43, 44, 46, 97 Bmmley, Randy 15, 63, 65, 67, 122 Burkholder, Jeff 14, 63, 70, 107, 108 Burleigh, Shari 43, 122, 124 Burroughs, Debbie 50, 52, 122 Burrow, Henry 15, 35, 78, 108 Burrows, Kristie 108 180 May 31, 1985. Butler, Byron 43, 63, 70, 96, 97 Buxton, Wes 71, 74, 97 Buzzard, Kara 50, 97, 102 Cc Campbell, Mardy 97 Campbell, Shawn 43, 50, 51, 97 Cantrell, Craig 108 Cantwell, Korey 97 Champlin, Roger 122 Champlin, Stephanie 108 Chandler, Aaron 97 Chard, Keith 97 Charlton, Steve 78, 97 Chirillo, Amy 97 Chirillo, Lesa 43, 108 Clark, Dan 97 Clark, Debbie 43, 59, 60, 109 Clemmons, Tim 109 Cockran, Keith 97 Cockrell, Gina 122 Coker, Ronnie 65, 97 Cole, Billie 50, 97, 102 Collard, April 98 Collier, Lori 52, 98, 104 Collier, Tim 98 Collins, Angie 109 Conlmp, Cynthia ss, 120, 122 Conrad, Toby 16, 122 Converse, Derek 63, 118, 123 Cook, Darren 52, 108, 109 Cook, Natalie 109 Coombes, Shannon 50, 98 Coombes, Kim 48, 109 Cooper, John 109, 115 Cordry, Stan 23, 118 Couch, Gretchen 123 Couch, Rachel 24, 45, 59, 98 Cox, Howie 15, 123 Cox, Monica 7, 80, 108, 109 Coyne, David 7, 42, 45, 47, 57, 59, 63, 75, 107, 120 Craig, Brad 124 Craig, Scotty 124 Cravens, Ronnie 124 Crippen, Steven 109 Crockett, Sam 109 Crowe, Brett 63, 64, 109, 147 Cruz, Michael 98 Culver, Kyle 63, 109 Curry, Ted 58, 98 Cusher, Aaron 125 Dd Dallas, Laura 39, 40, 60, 108, 109 Daniels, Jeff 63, 67, 125 Daniels, Shawn 98 Davis, Chris 109 Daubert, Misti 15, 39, 57, 109, 120, 125 Daugherty, Brenda 52, 125 Deacon, Clifton 109 Ferris, Jan 86, 98 Ferris, Kendra 45, 68, 118 Ferry, Carolyn 111 Fields, Chad 63, 112 Fisher, Janice 7, 43, 47, 98 Fisher, Sherrie 110 Ford, Bryan 110 Ford, Tucker 63, 98 Forkum, Guy 63, 98 Foust, Leon 43, 63, 78, 95, 98 Fowler, Deidra 126 Fox, Brian 46, 125, 126 Frase, Carla 52, 126 Frazier, Tina 110 Fulton, James 110 Fumish, David 48, 98 Gs Gainer, Kara 98 Garde, Jason 126 Garde, Mike 110 Garner, Leah 47, 76, 110 Garner, Susan ll, 14, 52, 108, 110 Garoutte, Ricky 110 Garrette, Jamie 52, 98 Garton, Angela 46, 59, 98 Gary, Rob 7, 126 George, Kelli 43, 68, 108, 110, 146 George, Kyle 63, 78, 81, 111, 117 George, Shannon 111 Gerke, Cindy 111 Giles, Paula 43, 99 Gill, Gayla 60, 126 Goettel, Donnie 7, 52, 126 Goettel, Jason 111 Goettel, Michael 52, 99 111, Goldenberg, John 9, 13, 39, 42, 48, 52, 54, 118, 126, 141 Goodrich, Kendra 14, 52, 108, 111 Gola, Karla 126 Grant, Terry 63, 64, 99 Graves, Vernon 40, 57, 58, 63, 120, 126 Gray, Frankie 52, 111 Green, Vicky 50, 51, 99 Greninger, Jana 111, 117 Griffin, Randy 127 Griffith, Kari 39, 43, 60, 124, 127 Griftith, Todd 52, 99 Griggs, John 99 Griggs, Marcy 99 Gross, Jerry 25, 71, 95, 99 Gross, Leslie 13, 39, 43, 57, 58, 76, 77, 111, 117 Gross, Margie 43, 111 Gross, Renee 46, 127 Grover, James 8, 39, 40, 43, 68, 108, 111 Grover, Michele 39, 43, 57, 58, 108, 109, 111 Gunther, Joe 52, 111 Hh Hailey, Mick 48, 49, Hall, Mike 111 Hall, Monia 59, 131 Hankins, Pat 71, 111 Harper, Stephanie 52 Harris, Lisa 50, 111 Hart, Paul 119 Hartman, Tiffany 15, Harvell, Don 25, 111 Harvell, Gladys 99 Haskins, Gail 131 I-lasting, Tammie 14, 127 39, 43, 52, 57, 60, 119 52, 72, 99 Hatfield, Steven 99 Haugen, Lara 40, 99 Hayes, Brett 47, 52, 54, 118 Heard, Mary 99 Heard, Teri 9, 38, 120 Heck, Tara 43, 46, 99 Hemphill, Dale 111, 115 Hemphill, Mark 52, 99 Herold, Chris 63 Hesse, David 99 Hickey, Mark 48, 111 Hildebrand, Michelle 9, 52, 118 Hildebrand, Micki 10, 52, 60, 118 Hildebrand, Shawn 131 Hill, Leighan 47, 67, 76, 94, 96, 99 Hobbs, Keith 52 Holdman, Marcia 99 Holdman, Missy Holland, Vi 50, 76, 81, 108, 111, 117, 145 Holt, Johnny 99 Holt, Kelli 19, 40, 42, 43, 46, 135, 137, 142 Horn, Ray 48, 99 Horn, Rebecca 99 Hornback, Elizabeth 52, 99 Horton, Darrin 135 Horton, Mandy 52 Hudson, Roxanne 99 Hudspeth, Melissa 15, 39, 57, 60, 120, 130, 137, 142 Huff, Lynn 7, 40, 43, 47, 57, 96, 99 Huneycutt, Karrie 40, 76, 100 Hurst, Joe 7, 52, 135 Hurst, Tracy 52, 100 Hutton, Brian 40, 43, 45, 57, 108, 111, 145 Ii Ice, Melissa 72, 111 Ingram, Leslie 43, 59, 67, 108, 111 Nn Wheat, mm. Traci so,ioo JJ Jarvis, Michelle 106 Jayroe, Laura 15, 39, 52, 118, 130 Jeffries, Kathy 8, 10, 39, 40, 43, 67, 108, 109, 111 Jennings, Mark 130 Jewell, Shawn 43, 50, 100 John, Laura 111 John, Melissa 130 Johnson, Darrell 100 Johnson, Troy 71, 100 Johnston, Benny 112 Johnston, Keith 130, 132 Jones, David 100 Jones, Keifer 112 Jones, Mitch 63, 71, 75, 100 Jordan, Wayne 130 Judkins, Becky 50, 81, 106, 108, 111, 112 Kk Karnes, Tim 112 Keeton, Cindy 13, 43, 59, 130 Kelly, Tammy 50, 100 Kempel, Rhonda 130 Kemper, Kevin 48, 49, 130 Kendall, Cheryl 50, 100 Kendall, Shawn 112 Kerr, Sean 100 Kidd, Cindy 130 Kilman, Christy 52, 100 Kimrey, Melody 52, 100 Kinder, Mickey 39, 43, 44, 45, 57, 131 King, Carrie 100 King, Sandie 131 Kirchhoff, Mike 44, 100 Kirchhoff, Paul 44, 45, 131, 135 Kirkpatrick, Kerry 19, 52, 112 Kirkpatrick, Robin 11, 57, 100 Kirksey, Thomas 63, 100 Kissee, Stephanie 112 Klaus, Greg 7, 52, 112 Klaus, Kristi 131 Knight, Michele 43, 72, 75, 112 Knox, Shannon 100 Kopp, David 71, 112 Koppelmann, Cheryl 56, 101 Koppelmann, Julie 57, 68, 108, 112 Kragt, David 71, 74, 118, 132 Kraus, Shelly 46, 68, 95, 101 Kreeger, Scotty 63, 95, 101 Kreider, Ronda 68, 112 Krisher, Sherrie 59, 112 Krovp. Keri 48, 49, 106, iiz, 115 Ll Lacy, Mike 112 Lamb, Philip 101 Landers, Kristi 132 Landnim, Gina 68, 132 Lanier, Kari 19, 101 Lawhead, Mike 112, 147 Lawson, Marty 63, 101 Lazenby, David 132 Lazenby, Richard 112 Lemmons, Donna 50, 101 Lemmons, Shana 46, 120, 127, 133 Leonard, Troy 71, 101 Lewis, Vickie 2, 72, 75, 108, 112 Lingrem, Mona 101 Long, Sherri 133 Long, Steven 63, 101 Lowe, Rhonda 52, 101 Mm McCleary, Neecy 52, 101 McCool, Jenny 50, 51, 101 McCool, Scott 51, 118, 127, 133 McCubbin, Kim 72, 96, 101 McCullough, Jane 46, 101 McCurley, Glendon 39, 44, 45, 57, 58, 133 McDowell, Michael 101 McGinis, Amy 18, 133, 141 McGinty, Greg 113 McNelis, Nicki 43, 59, 74, 76, 107, 108, 112, 113, 145, 147 McVay, Diane 46, 52, 133 Mahurin, Justin 113 Malan, Rob 45, 133 Mann, BJ. 101 Maples, Shawna 113 Marks, John 52, 113 Marshall, Cheryl 57, 101, 102 Manin, David 101, 104 Martin, Eric 10, 43, 45, 59, 60, 120, 133 Martin, Sonya 52, 57, 100, 101 Martin, Tim 52, 101 Mathews, Teresa 35, 39, 113 Mattingly, Chrissy 113 Maxson, Bobbi 113 May, Tim 8, 15, 46, 133 Mead, Shelly 68, 133 Medeiros, Cathi 40, 43, 57, 96, 97, 101 Medeiros, Matt 5, 7, 43, 46, 57, 118, 120, 133, 135 Meeks, Shane 33 Miller, Adrianne 43, 68, 108, 112, 113 Miller, Colby 113 Miller, John 113 Miller, Robin 68, 113 Mills, Kevin 63, 133 Miner, Adam 113 Miracle, Carlton 52, 113 Miracle, Carolyn 52, 128 Mires, Tara 2, 50, 74, 76, 108, 113 Mitchell, Danny 113 Mitchell, Larry 101 Molinar, John 78, 113 Moore, Deedra 19, 72, 75, 108, 113 Moore, Jeannie 76, 107, 108, 114 Moore, Sharon 50, 114 Moore, Tina 56, 101 Morgan, Jolene 114 Morris, Lee 102 Morrison, Scott 114 Moseley, Christi 3, 51, 74, 76, 120, 138 Mullin, Marty 114 Mundy, Pat 114 Mundy, Tim 102 Musgrave, Angie 114 Mustain, Holly 47, 56, 57, 58, 95, 96, 102 Neal, Rhonda 114 Neel, Keith 46, 63, 138 Nelson, Jake 139 Nelson, Tena 6, 67, 72, 73, 75, 139 Newman, Amy 139 Newman, Todd 44, 45, 57, 114 Nguyen, Oanh 128 Nguyen, Yen 102 Nodine, David 147 Norheim, Jenny 57, 58, 108, 114 Nowlin, Bradley 63, 102 Nourse, Ardith 134 Oo 0'Dell, Suelina 72, 98, 102 Olds, Pam 50, 114 Osborn, Amy 39, 52, 72, 75, 118, 134, 137 Osborn, Deidra 114 Osborn, Greg 52, 102 Osborn, Tina 134 Owens, Cheryn 114 PP Painter, Misti 52, 72, 75, 78, 134 Palmer, Angela 38, 40, 57, 102 Panter, James 81, 134 Parrott, Jeffrey 10, 40, 52, 56, 96, 102 Patterson, Steve 63, 114 Patton, Rusty 135 Pearce, Tammy 102 Pendergraft, Julie 43, 44, 96, 102 Pendergraft, Kevin 63, 118, 135 Pendergrass, Laura 43, 68, 107, 114 Perry, Aimee 52, 102 Perry, Danny 52, 54, 135 Perry, Dave 52, 102 Perry, Steve 10, 52, 135 Phillips, Terri 136 Platt, Mike 7, 71, 136 Poole, Jill 72, 74, 95, 102 Poprik, Michelle 38, 68, 136 Porter, Will 13, 63, 59, 75, 118 Price, Dana 43, 102 Price, Matt 63, 114 Puryear, Kandi 67, 136 Pyle, Windie 102 Pyne, Sara 39, 52, 120, 136, 141 Pyne, Susan 11, 39, 40, 54, 57, 108, 114 QQ Quaid, Julie 102 Qualls, Randy 136 Rr Ragsdale, Melissa 50, 102 Raney, Stephen 63, 78, 102 Rathjen, Jim 7, 11, 52, 136 Ratliff, Marty 136 Rausch, Carla 102 Ray, Danny 39, 43, 44, 45, 57 Ray, Darin 25, 57, 102 Reece, Larry 14, 63, 64, 71, 102 Reding, Scott 78, 80, 81, 137 Reese, Kim 46, 50, 102 Reese, Kimberly 100, 102 Reese, Missy 13, 48, 49, 77, 114 Reeves, Kathy 50, 102 Reisch, Melissa 72, 73, 75, 114 Reyes, Chuck 103 Rhodes, Greg 50, 63, 65, 66, 108, 109, 11 Rhodes, Steve 103 Richards, Steve 52, 103 Rieger, Julie 103 Riley, Dale 50, 103 Roadlander, Pamela 114 Roadlsnder, Sherry 103 Roberts, Lee 39, 52, 57, 112, 114 Robertson, Doug 137 Robertson, Wade 114 Rodriguez, Simply 137 Rogers, Scooter 115 Rollins, Sara 100, 103 Roof, Robert 103 Rose, Vicki 11, 39, 43, 68, 108, 115 Ross, Elizabeth 39, 52, 124, 137 Ross, Kathryn 60, 115 Rudolph, Mike 103 Rupert, David 115 Russell, Scott 43, 46, 47, 59, 63, 108, 115 Ss Sadia, Regina 137 Saunders, Teri 39, 43, 68, 108, 115, 117 Savage, Kim 115 Schaeffer, Joe 137, 146 Schaeffer, Laura 47, 103 Schertz, Christy 48, 103 Schertz, Donna 59, 137 Schertz, Joe 115 Schmidt, Heather 103 Schnakenberg, Steffanie 115 Schnakenberg, Todd 14, 41, 63, 71, 103 Schuler, Sandee 146 Schultz, Kenneth 52, 103 Schwartz, Mike 103 Scoggins, Todd 13, 46, 63, 120, 137 Scott, Greg 48, 49, 138 Scruggs, John 52, 138 Seaman, Shari 52, 115 Seat, Marty 39, 40, 42, 63, 67, 78, 80, 81, 120, 138, 139 seyboii, Buiy 44, 52, 57, 103 Shanks, Kurenia 103 Sharp, Michelle 68, 138, 147 Shelton, Stacey 138 Shepherd, Darrin 63, 78, 115 Sherwood, Kent 52, 103 Simmons, Darrin 115 Simon, Sheila 103 Smith, Christy 46, 116 Smith, Darla 118, 138 Smith, Dawn 116 Smith, James 138 Smith, Kenneth 7, 39, 52, 57, 58, 75, 120, 138 Smith, Mark 116 Smith, Melissa 116 Smith, Rodney 2, 40, 42, 47, 59, 63, 71, 74 108, 116 Smith, Sissy 52, 103 Snow, Ronnie 48, 116 Snyder, Aryeanne 72, 108, 116 Sommer, Shawn 103 Spicer, Sean 50, 103 Stacy, Shawnda 103 Stafford, Mike 103 Stanton, Kristi 43, 50, 106, 108, 116, 145 Stehman, Missi 14, 47, 104 StePP. Monika 112, 116 Stewart, John 78, 80, 104 Stewart, Mark 104 Stockwell, Lori 43, 52, 104 Stout, Ricky 104 Stowell, Scott 44, 50, 52, 104 Stowell, Staci 104 Stratton, Richard 116 Summers, Jim 39, 57, 138, 172 Tt Taylor, Joby 7, 39, 42, 43, 45, 47, 59, 120, 141, 142 Taylor, Robbie 43, 47, 85, 96, 104 Teel, Tammy 39, 43, 138 Thomas, Tammie 104 Thompson, Nick 104 Thulin, Becky 138 Thulin, Joy 59, 116 Thulin, Micki 46, 116 Thulin, Shelley 139 Timmons, Terri 48, 60, 116 Tippit, Darren 52, 104 Trask, Angie 80, 104 Troyer, Mike 94, 104 Trussler, Scott 39, 40, 108, 115, 116, 146 4 Turner, Amy 7, 14, 40, 50, 51, 72, 75, 108, 116, 147 Tumer, Beth 14, 40, 50, 51, 72, 75, 108, 116 Turner, Deacon 43, 44, 57, 96, 104 Vv Vanover, Tiffany 13, 76, 81, 139 Vanpool, Karger 104 Van Sandt, Ronda 104 Varner, David 48, 104 Vaughan, Sandi 68, 108, 116 Ww Wakefield, Daryl 139 Walker, Jimi 74 Walker, Ronnie 78, 104 Walker, Sherri 2, 47, 67, 72, 73, 74, 139 Walker, Teresa 116 Walker, Tim 24, 46, 140 Walters, Jerry 63, 140 Ward, Gayle 117 Washington, Gene 104 Watterson, Juli 43, 45, 59, 108, 115, 117 Waylan, Byron 78, 81, 117 Webb, Robbie 96, 104 Wells, Ben ll, 50, 140 Wells, Eric 105 Wells, Matt 63, 105 Jim 117 Wheeler, Jeff 52, 57, 120, 140 White, Carrie 68, 140 White, Chris 43, 44, 105 l Where was the first free public school in Indian Territory? 181 White, Lisa 47, 105 White, Michelle 72, 75, 117 White, Rayma 59, 117 Whitworth, Dena 68, 107, 117 Wholf, Shannon 105 Wickliffe, Melissa 52, 105 Will, Ch Willard, Willard, Willcox, ristina 43, 68, 117 Aliesha 52, 57, 100, 105 Todd 71, 74, 132, 140 Chris 52, 105 Williams, Jamie 78 Williams, Susie 140 Williams, Tracy 105 Williams, Troy 117 Wilmoth, Kendall 117 Wilmoth Misty 105 Wilson, Chris 105 Wilmothi Troy 9, 52, 53, 140 M . Wilson, Winton, Wisdom, Wisdom, Woerley, elissa 7, 57, 105 Janine 46, 141 Brad 63, 111, 120, 135 Vickie 52, 105 Tony 105 Womack, Veronica 117 Wood, Donny 63, 65, 67, 71, 74, 139, 141 Wooldridge, Kristy 43, 47, 50, 57, 95, 96, 105 Wooldridge, Mike 63, 117 Wright, W right, Deana 141 Gary 78, 117 Wright, Jackie 78, 81, 127, 141 Wright, Joey 141 Wright, W ri ght, Nicky 48 Tim 105 Wyer, Samantha 39, 40, 42, 43, 45, 51, 57, ss, 1 Zz 18, 141, 142 Zimmerman, Amy 68, 78, 120, 141 182 Miami. ami., M , ag WML? Wt ug in sm - A. Ns . Ms. What book Opposite page. Upper right: Margie Gross works in the office near the end. Center left: Baseball groupies weather a chilly day. Lower left: Track brings out the sun worshippers. Lower right: Jerry Wheat tosses a test paper away, This page. Upper left: Larry Reece finds sidewalk sale exciting. Upper right: Brad Widsom can't eat his steak. Lower left: Custodian John Brazeel sweeps up one more hallway. Lower right: Jeff Wheeler, Glendon McCurley and Mike Platt look toward tomorrows. was published solely for the purpose of documenting 1984-85? 183 ,, 3' We, the 1984-85 co-editors of the Miamian would like to sincerely thank our sponsor, Ms. Kay Boman, for all of the time and effort that she gave in helping us to produce our yearbook. We would also like to thank each member of our staff, especially Melissa Hudspeth for the many hours she spent in the darkroom and Kathryn Ross for researching the questions for our book. Appreciation is also expressed to Bob Welch, the Miami News-Record, Riley Jay and the MHS staff for their contributions. Many hours of hard work and determination were spent drawing layouts, taking pictures 184 The 1984-85 Miamian. I i l and writing stories in the hopes of preparing an annual that would capture all of the trivial, as well as the most important, times we spent during our 1984-85 high school year. Every student has contributed to this book in some way, just by being a part of Miami High School. It is our hope that you will remember, as you go through this yearbook, the special moments that were shared between friends and as you continue your own pursuits, you won't look back on this year as trivial but as one of the best years of your life. Laura Dallas Julie Dowler Co-Editors ll Rclurll. lussofulu una
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