Neoga High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Neoga, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1979 volume:

journey To The Center Of The Earth West Side Story 8 I North To Alaska i 11 I South Of The Border i Special Note NHS held its annual Awards Day May 17. Students were honored for achieve- ments in academics and scholarship, as well as for participation in extracurricu- lar activities. Advisors of Student Council Tomahawk, Messenger, FFA, FHA, Sci- ence Club, and AFS honored their mem- bers and thanked them for their participa- tion. Academic awards were given to out- standing students for achievements in ge- ometry, algebra, science, Spanish, busi- ness, and debate. Class officers were recognized along with student secre- taries, classroom aides, essay contest winners, math and science contest win- ners, and art students. This year's Illinois State Scholars were recognized and the top ten scholars for the 78-79 school year were announced. Bill Osborn has just completed four years of high school. This is not anunu- sual accomplishment, but Bill is legally blind. When Bill entered school, he used large print for reading. Then in 1964, he learned Braille at the St. Louis School for the Blind. Last summer he studied elec- tronics at Parkland School and, with the aid of a special teacher assigned by the Eastern Illinois area of Special Educa- tion, Bill has maintained a B average. He has also been involved in Student Council, science club, and several school plays. This year Neoga High School was the home of students with various talents. Above left is Chris Sarff, who is a recent graduate of Lakeland Clownology School. Top Right are Dick Keck, Scott Krueger, Nona Alexander, and Randy Rentfrow, who all held district offices, a new honor for Neoga High School. Above left are the top ten graduating Seniors: Randy Rent- frow, Sandi Cordes, Barry Bullock, Lorri Walk, Brenda Coy, Tim Zahrn, Teresa Shuemaker, Maureen Greuel, Nona Alex- ander, and Jenny Jansen. snaavaa The Producers Making the major decisions for the Neoga Community Unit School District 3, the Board of Education consists of seven members. Mrs. Patricia Wil- liamson, school board presi- dent, joined board members: Charles Baker, Victor Czer- wonka, Charles Janson, Rich- ard Keep, Dr. Robert Swengel, and Kae Whitaker in many long hours of discussions concern- ing school matters. Mr. Overby sighed with relief after moving into the new build- ing. 18 Mr. Green, the Chief of the Indians, has worked at Neoga High School for four years. Working by his side was Neoga High School's first assistant principal, Mr. Carpenter. Mr. Green and Mr. Car- penter fill their day keeping all the little Indians in line. Being busy all day, Mr. Albin somehow finds the time to help the Indians with their schedules and their future plans. The Miracle Worker The Neoga High School faculty is sometimes referred to as the Miracle Workers because finding time to spon- sor clubs and organizations and discov- ering techniques to encourage students' seem like a true miracle. Margo Blaudow Phoebe Church Zita Cobble Ruth Abell Pat Andres Terri Biggs Nila Elgin Jerry Krueger Doug McClure Phil Glosser Rex Lindley J. Lee McTeer James Irwin Howard Louthan Shelby McTeer Donna Kenneaster John Luallen Scott Posey I During the year the Neoga High School faculty members were assisted by stu- dent teachers from Eastern Illinois University. Following is a list of teach- ers and student teachers: Mrs. Abell- Barbara Blacklock, Sandra Ehmann; Mrs. Church-Jody Furry; Mr. Krueger-Christopher Miller, Phyllis Piet; Mr. Lindley-Brian Belcher, Mrak Tucker; Mr. Louthan-Alice Dunn, Christopher Miller; and Mr. Stortzum- James Chamness. Pictured above are Michael Snyder, Kay Starwalt, Robert Stortzum, Karen Walk, Dale Will, and Phil Zim- mer. Twenty-six years ago when Howard Louthan began his teaching career at NHS he served as librarian in addition to his science teaching duties. Since those early years, Mr. Louthan has moved out of the library into the Chemistry and Physics Labs. A graduate of the University of Illinois in Agriculture, Mr. Louthan did graduate work at EIU as well as Northern Illinois University where he earned his master's degree in Outdoor Teacher Education. Mr. Louthan particiated in a teacher exchange program during the 65-66 school year, spending a year teaching in a high school in Edinburgh, Scotland. As his teaching career comes to a close, Mr. Louthan reflects that schools have probably kept pace with the general change in times. 23 Office secretaries, Terri Hoelscher and Jerry Watkins wel- comed their move into new centrally- located office facilities this year. In- cluded in their jobs are a surprising variety of duties including message- deliver first-aid giver tele- phone-answerer, and errand-run- ner .'' ■■ I-1— nrviTTTT High Noon The Professionals The professionals utilized new equip- ment and covered new territory cleaning and maintaining 73,400 square feet of the newly constructed Neoga Jr. -Sr. High School. Doug Johnston, top right, and Wayne Johnston, lower right, handled the powerful vacuum cleaners and scrubbers on carpeted classroom floors and tiled corridors. Sue McKerrow, above left, demonstrated the old adage, a moving feather duster gathers much dust. Harold Romack, maintainance man, and Bob Meek transportation supervisor, pose top far right. 26 A Touch Of Class The class officers for this year's seniors were: Scott Rankin, President; Mau- reen Greuel, Vice-Presi- dent; Lisa Wright, Secre- tary; Brenda Coy, Trea- surer; and Kerry Walters, Student Council Represen- tative . Sponsoring the class were Mrs. Biggs and Mr. Stortzum. Highlights of the senior year were homecoming, prom, graduation, and the class trip to St. Louis. Oh well, three out of four ain't bad! Nona Alexander Jackie Alumbaugh Doug Baker Lisa Baker Joni Barnett Jeff Beals David Beebe Maureen Greuel Roy Haney Patty Hardesty Jim Harmon Marlese Hartman Gary Hatten Melinda Hatten Teresa Hatten Karen Hewing Tom Hite David Hoedebecke “1fll Bud James Chris Jansen Jenny Jansen Lydonna Jinkins Russ Kollman Leonard Krampe Tim Lindsay Marilyn Livingston Steve Maroon Laurel McKerrow Joe Mette The Graduate Neo a High School Baccalaureate Services SUNDAY, MAY 20, 1979 8:00 p.m. Commencement Exercises FRIDAY, MAY 25, 1979 8:00 p.m. Neoga High School Gymnasium CLASS OF 1979 Junior Marshals: Mary Barber, Robbie Mayhew Winona Lee Alexander Jackie Lynn Alumbaugh Douglas Man Baker Lisa Dawn Baker Joni Kay Barnett Jeffrey Alan Beals Charles Brent Brown Paul E. Britt Barry D. Bullock Julie Anne Campbell Donald David Claybaugh Jane Clevenger Penny Leanne Cooper Sandra Kay Cordes Brenda Jean Coy Steve R. Croy Kay Marie Cummins Angela Davee Twila Kay Enloc Thomas Wesley Evans M. Duane Frailcy Maureen E. Greuel Roy Hugh Haney Patricia Kay Hardesty James H. Harmon Marlcsc Cclianc Hartman Gary D. Hatten Karen Jane Hewing David Edward Hoedebccke Bud Wayne Janes Chris James Jansen Jennifer Luisc Jansen T.vdonna Sue Jinkins Russell Alan Kollmann I eonard F. Krampc Timothy Andrew Lindsay Marilyn Louise Livingston Steven Thomas Maroon Joseph A. Mette Jay D. Miller Lisa Kaye Miller Tina Marie Miller Beverly Sue Nichols William Conway Osborn Cynthia Elaine Osborn Terri Lynn Parker Mark L. Peters Scott J. Rankin Amanda Jane Raymer Karen Lee Reed Randall Dean Rentfrow Dianna L. Sarff Jill Dannette Schutte Teresa Kay Shuemaker Lori Ann Spidle Victoria DcAnn Starwalt Laura Kay Stone Timothy Michael Strohl Shannon K. Tabbert Becky F. VanScyoc Caroline J. Walk Lorri C. Walk Stanley D. Walk Kerry Jo Walters Kristy Lainc Willcnborg Michael P. Willcnborg Lisa Luisc Wright Timothy Charles Zahm Sharon Eileen Zimmer Sheila Marie Zimmer Sponsors: Mrs. Terri Biggs, Mr. Robert Stortzum Superintendent: Mr. Jerry Overby Principal: Mr. Richard Green Assistant Principal: Mr. David Carpenter 39 NONA ALEXANDER AFS 3,4; Band 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1; FHA 1,2,3,4; FHA Officer 2,3; FHA Section Officer 3,4; Jazz Band 1,2,3,4; Messenger Staff 4; Play Crew 2,4; Scholar Bowl Team 3,4; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Secretary 4; Student Tutor 4; Tomahawk Staff 1,2,3,4; Toma- hawk Officer 3. JACK ALUMBAUGH AFS 4; Basketball 3,4; Cross Country 3,4; Play Cast 2; Track 3,4; DOUG BAKER LISA BAKER Basketball 4; Tomahawk Staff 3. JONI BARNETT Art Club 4; GAA 1,2; Homecoming Queen 4; Health Care Worker 4; Science Club 4. JEFF BEALS Baseball 2; Basketball 2; Cross Country 2; FFA 1,2,3,4; ICCE4. DAVID BEEBE JIM BRANT PAUL BRITT CHUCK BROWN Baseball 3; Play Cast 1,2; 1CCE4. BARRY BULLOCK 1CCE 4. JULIE CAMPBELL AFS 2; Band 1,2; Chorus 3; FHA 2,3; GAA 1,2; Pep Club 4; Play Cast 3; Play Crew 3; Student Secre- tary 3; Future Health Care Workers 3; ICCE 4. DON CLAYBAUGH ICCE 4. A'- JILL CLAYBAUGH Future Health Care Workers 4; Play Crew 1,2; Sci- ence Club 3,4. JANE CLEVENGER Health Care Worker 4; Play Cast 1,2; Science Club 3,4. PENNY COOPER Chorus 3; Pep Club 4; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Secretary 3. SANDI CORDES Band 1,2,3; Cheerleader 1,4; Homecoming Court 4; Lettermans Club 3,4; Messenger Staff 1,2,3,4; Messenger Officer 4; Play Cast 3; Student Secretary 4; Tennis 3,4; Track 4. BRENDA COY Basketball 4; Class Officer 3,4; GAA 1,2,3; Letter- mans Club 2,3,4; Pep Club 4; Student Secretary 3,4; Tennis 1,2,3; Volleyball 1,2,3,4. STEVE CROY Basketball 1,2; Cross Country 1,2,3; Track 3. KAY CUMMINS Chorus 3; FHA 1,2,3,4; FHA Officer 2,3,4; Play Cast 2; Play Cast 3; Scholar Bowl 3; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Secretary 4; Tomahawk Staff 3,4; Tomahawk Officer 3; Track 2. ANGIE DAVEE GAA 2; ICCE 4. TW1LA ENLOE GAA 1,2; Pep Club 4; Track 2. TOM EVANS Band 1,2; Jazz Band 1,2; CWT 4; Track 4. DUANE FRAILEY ICCE 4. MAUREEN GREUEL AFS 4; Basketball 4; Cheerleader 2,3,4; Chorus 3; Class Officer 3,4; GAA 1,2; Homecoming Court 4; Scholastic Bowl Team 4; Student Council 3,4. ROY HANEY CWT 4. PATTI HARDESTY Chorus 1; GAA 3; Pep Club 4; Pep Club Officer 4; Student Council 4. JIM HARMON MARLESE HARTMAN GAA 1,2; Media Club 1. GARY HATTEN FFA 2,3,4; FFA Officer 3; ICCE 4; Student Council 3,4; Track 4. ■; ■' MELINDA HATTEN THERESA HATTEN KAREN HEWING FHA 2,3,4; FHA Officer 3,4; GAA 1,2,3; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Council 4; Tomahawk Staff 2; Track 1,2,3,4. DAVID HOEDEBECKE Baseball 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2,3; Track 1. ALLEN HUFFMAN BUD JANES Baseball 1,2,3; Class Officer 2; Homecoming Court 4; Lettermans Club 1,2,3,4. CHRIS JANSEN FFA 1,2. JENNY JANSEN AFS 1,2,3,4; Basketball 4; GAA 1,2; Pep Club 4; Pep Club Officer 4; Scholar Bowl Team 3,4; Student Secretary 4; Student Council Officer 3,4; Tomahawk Staff 1,2; Volleyball 1,2,3. LYDONNA JINKINS Chorus 1,3; FHA 1,2,3; FHA Officer 3; GAA 1; Media Club 1,2; Play Cast 2; Spanish Club 3; Student Council 3; Future Health Care Workers 3; ICGE 4. RUSS KOLLMAN Baseball 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Class Officer 1,2; Homecoming Court 4; Lettermans Club 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2,3,4. LEONARD KRAMPE ICCE 4. TIM LINDSAY ICCE 4. MARILYN LIVINGSTON Science Club 1,2; Student Secretary 4; Future Health Care Worker 4. STEVE MAROON Baseball 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Homecoming King 4; Lettermans Club 1,2,3,4; Spanish Club 3. LAUREL McKERROW JOE METTE JAY MILLER Band 1,2; Spanish Club 4. 40 LISA MILLER GAA 1,2; Pep Club 4; Play Crew 2; Science Club 2,3. TINA MILLER Basketball 4; GAA 1,2,3; Homecoming Court 4; Lettermans Club 1,2,3; Messenger Staff 3; Science Club 3,4; Science Club Officer 3; Student Council 3,4; Student Secretary 3; Tennis 2,3; Track 1,2,3,4; 1CCE4. LARRY MILTENBERGER CWT 4. BEVERLY NICHOLS AFS 3; Chorus 1,3; FHA 2,3,4; FHA Officer 3,4; Pep Club 4; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Secretary 3; Tomahawk Staff 2. BILL OSBORN Media Club 2,3; Play Cast 1,2,4; Scholar Bowl Team 3,4; Science Club 1,2,3,4; Science Club Offi- cer 3,4; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Council 4. CINDY OSBORN AFS 4; Basketball 4; Lettermans Club 1,2,3,4; Messenger Staff 1,2; Play Cast 1,2; Scholar Bowl Team 3; Science Club 3,4; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Council 1,2,4; Student Council Officer 2,4; Student Secretary 4; Tomahawk Staff 2,4; Track 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4. TERRI PARKER Class Officer 3; GAA 1; Play Cast 2; Student Secre- tary 3; Track 1. MARK PETERS Band 1,2,3; FFA 1,2,3,4; FFA Officer 3,4; Jazz Band 1,2,3. RICK PHILLIPS SCOTT RANKIN Class Officer 1,2,3,4; Cross Country 2; Homecom- ing Court 4; Spanish Club 3; Student Tutor 4; Track 1. JANE RAYMER AFS 3,4; FFA 2,3,4; GAA 2. KAREN REED AFS 4; AFS Officer 4; Art Club 4; Art Club Officer 4; Band 1,2; GAA 1,2; Jazz Band 1,2; Messenger Staff 4; Play Cast 2; Science Club 3,4; Science Club Offi- cer 4; Student Secretary 4; Tomahawk Staff 4; Vol- leyball 1,2,3,4. RANDY RENTFROW „ , __ Baseball 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2; FFA 1,2,3,4; FFA Officer 2,3,4; FFA Section Officer 4; ICCE 4; Letter- mans Club 2,3; Track 1,4. MARK RHODES Class Officer 1. BILL SANDERSON „ ' „ Baseball 2; Play Crew 1,2; Tomahawk Staff 3. DIANE SARFF „ „ _ AFS 4; Art Club 4; GAA 1; Messenger Staff 4; Play Cast 2; Play Crew 2; Scholar Bowl Team 4; Science Club 3,4; Spanish Club 3,4; Spanish Club Officer 4; Tomahawk Staff 4; Volleyball 2,3,4; Basketball 4. JILL SCHUTTE Art Club 4; GAA 1,2; Tennis 2. JIM SHAFFER TERESA SHUEMAKER Student Secretary 3,4. LORI SPIDEL EDITH SPIVEY Play Cast 2; Play Crew 2. VICKI STARWALT Art Club 4; GAA 1,2,3; GAA Officer 2; Future Health Care Worker 4; BRIAN STOKE AFS 4. LAURA STONE Science Club 3,4. TIM STROHL FFA 1,2,3,4; FFA Officer 2,3; Student Council 3,4; Tomahawk Staff 1,2; ICCE 3,4. SHANNON TABBERT AFS 4; AFS Officer 4; Cheerleader 3,4; GAA 1,2; Homecoming Court 4; Messenger Staff 3,4; Messenger Officer 4; Student Council 3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Tomahawk Staff 1. BECKY VANSCOYC CAROLINE WALK Cheerleader 2; Chorus 3; GAA 1,2; Pep Club 4; Play Crew 2. LORR1 WALK AFS 1,2,3,4; AFS Officer 2; GAA 1,2; GAA Officer 2; Pep Club 4; Play Crew 2; Student Council 4; Stu- dent Secretary 3; Volleyball 1,2,3,4. STAN WALK FFA 1,2; ICCE 4. KERRY WALTERS GAA 1,2; Messenger Staff 4; Play Cast 2; Science Club 3,4; Science Club Officer 3,4; Student Council 4; Tomahawk Staff 4; Track 1,2,3,4; Future Health Care Workers 4; Volleyball 1,3. MIKE WATSON Play Cast 2. KRISTY W1LLENBORC GAA 1,2,3; Pep Club 4. MIKE WILLENBORG AFS 2; FFA 4; Tomahawk Staff 1,2. LISA WRIGHT Band 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 1,2,3; Chorus 3; Class Officer 4; Lettermans Club 2,3; Messenger Staff 1,2,3; Pep Club 4; Play Crew 3; Tennis 2,3; ICCE 4. TIM ZAHRN Baseball 1,2; Basketball 1; Homecoming Court 4; Messenger Staff 3,4; Pep Club 4; Play Cast 3; Scholar Bowl Team 3,4; Spanish Club 3,4; Student Council 1,2,3,4; Track 1. SHARON ZIMMER GAA 1,2,3; GAA Officer 2; Lettermans Club 1,2,3,4; Media Club 1,2; Pep Club 4; Student Sec- retary 4; Tennis 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 2,3,4. SHEILIA ZIMMER Basketball 4; GAA 1,2,3; Lettermans Club 1,2,3,4; Pep Club 4; Student Secretary 4; Tennis 1,2,3,4; Track 3; Volleyball 2,3,4; Media Club 1,2. Close Encounters Of The The Juniors were kept busy this year trying to keep ahead and out of the red. They sold more magazines than anyone had in the past; the profit came to a to- tal of $1,500. A slow, but helpful, source of rev- enue was the candy sales. Between the candy sales, magazine sales, and money they already had, the Juniors came up with a very exciting, long-lasting prom. Yes, the Juniors still feel that The only way to be happy is to make others happy. The Junior class officers are: Mary Barber-President; Melanie Walk-Vice- President; Lisa White-Secretary; Deb Bartholomew-Treasurer and the Student Council Representatives are Robbie Mayhew and Vic Beeson. Lori Alumbaugh Dwayne Anderson Lee Ann Baker Warren Baker Mike Ballinger Mary Barber Debbie Bartholomew Vic Beeson Vince Beeson Mary Bishop Ronald Butts Chris Byford Ed Cordes Lisa Croy Greg Czerwonka Doug Davee Third Kind Rob Davie Wayne Deters Don Dow Pam Evans Kennith Figgins Kevin Figgins Tina Foltz Jim Fowler Paula Frailey Kelly Gass David Greuel Patricia Hall Tom Helm Sheryl Hoedebecke David Hoene Lynn Jahraus Patty Janes Vic Jansen Cheryl Johnston I Ken Kleinik Craig Koester Robbie Mayhew Brian Meyer Gary Krietemeyer Sandy Krietemeyer Jeanine Lindley Pat Lindsay Jeff Logue Gary Ludwig Andy McKerrow Julie McTeer Brian Maroon Wesley Modglin Carl Oakley Mike Osterday Rick Painter Pam Parkhurst Doug Pattin Becki Pygott Denise Reagin Kim Rentfrow Melody Roth John Russell Brian Sample Jesse Sanderson 45 V£ ■ r Diane Sheehan Steve Sudkamp Lisa Swengel John Thomas Melanie Walk Rick Walk Carla Walker Nick Ward Marie Warner Rose Warren Laura Waters Patsy West Larry Westjohn Jamie Whalin Richard Whitaker Leigh Ann White Lisa White Mitch White Cindi Zimmer Opposite page: Chris Sarff Dan Sheehan Turning Point On the way to becom- ing upperclassmen, the Class of'81 organized after-the-game sock hops and an Easter bas- ket raffle. Class lead- ers were Linda Pruemer, president; Dennis Baker, vice president; Roger Walk, secretary-treasurer; and Dick Keck, Penny Zahrn, student council representatives. Advi- sors were Miss Andres and Mr. McTeer. Opposite Page: Julie Albin Randy Albin Joe Anderson Dennis Baker Randy Baker Scott Ballinger Carla Beals Tim Beals Loretta Brown Dennis Bush Beth Clark Michelle Claybaugl Susan Cline Jerry Cummins Terry Cummins Randy Czerwonka Karen Deadmond Sharon Deadmond This Page: Bruce Drennan Shelley Ehrhart Peggy Evans Rhonda Evans Sam Ewing Angela Foltz Rodney Fullenwider Kevin Geiling Julie Gentry Thomas Greuel Lisa Hanfland John Hardesty Larry Harmon Melanie Hartman Joe Hatten Not Pictured: Kevin Bright Denise Deters Ron Dow 49 “A ■ -L W Suzette Hebei Nancy Helm Rita Hewing Tim Hoene Margaret Hutton Mike Icenogle Joe Jahraus Vic Jinkins Dick Keck Tony Kenworthy Kenneth Krampe Mike Krampe Scott Krueger Ann Livingston Ron Meek Karla Mette Dan Mettendorf Don Mettendorf Todd Miller Loretta Nichols Tom Olmstead Leah Osborn Randy Painter Cindy Phillips James Phillips John Potter Tony Price Not Pictured: Rhonda Hatten Jack LaRoe Pam Plummer 51 Linda Pruemer Robin Richardson Scott Roberts Diane Shaffer Patty Shuemaker Trisha Slaughter Diane Smyser Carol Spivey Marta Thomas Larry Trexler Chester Van Scyoc Bev Walk Greg Walk 52 I Ronnie Wilson Penny Zahrn Jim Zimmer Not pictured: Jim Warner Laurie Young Roger Walk Raymond Walker Jerry Wallace Chris White Jodi White Vivian White Dana Whitaker Brett Williamson Marsha Wilson Great Expectations The freshman class motto is, fittingly, We've only just begun. The class started off the year by electing the fol- lowing officers: president. Brad Coy; vice president, Gary Keck; secretary- treasurer, Christy Clark; and sargeant-at-arms, Jim Reed. Student council representatives were Cin- dy Rentfrow, and Troy Miller. With the help of our sponsors, Mr. Gloss- er and Mr. Posey, the class project was a suc- cess. The candids on these pages indicate what freshmen did best: survive public speaking, struggle through Typing I, and use the library to its fullest. Joda Albin Kathy Ard Farris Alan Baker Amy Baker Sara Baker Mary Ballinger Gregg Barnett Dan Beard Jackie Beebe Richard Bishop Lori Bohn Kevin Boyer Stephanie Brick Jeff Briggerman Lisa Brown Scott Cameron Janice Campbell Barb Centers Christy Clark Beth Claybaugh Joan Clevenger Lisa Conner Brad Coy Julie Croy Keith Deters Linda Deters Barb DuBridge Mike Dulin Donna Edwards Kelley Ehrhart Penny Evans Jeff Fallert Ken Geiling Not pictured, John Burwell 55 Brett Koester John Kortte Joe Lewis Brian Lindley Mark Livingston Donna Lock Tresa Lucas Tim Massengill Chris Miller Doug Miller Linda Miller Lori Miller Lynne Miller Troy Miller Shawn O'Guinn Bill Orr Gene Gentry Doug Gibson Lora Greuel Rosa Greuel Mary Hall Don Hardesty Paul Harmon Sandra Hebei Donna Hewing Kathleen Hoene Lea Hutton Gary Jansen Tim Kastl Gary Keck Sean Kelleher Deann Kimmel David Parkhurst John Perry Lori Rawlings Jim Reed Cindy Rentfrow Alice Roth Karen Russell Tom Russell John Simpson Jim Smyser Roy Snively Frances Soderburg Mike Strohl Travis Terrell Donna Thomas Carla Tipsword Jeff Walk Kevin Walk Penny Walk Ruth Walker Lisa Walters Ron Warner Anna Warren Teresa White Walter White Jim Willinborg Trent Willison Todd Young SNOLLVZINVDHO ooooooooooooooooc [O'---------------- o o o o o o o o o yo OOOOOOQOOOOOOOOC 1 Saw What You Did ■ a All of the students faced changes this year as a result of the new school, and the TOMAHAWK was no exception. This year's staff welcomed back its advi- sor, Mrs. McTeer. Plus, for the first time, students on the yearbook staff were able to meet during regular school hours, rather than after school. They gathered together twice a week dur- ing second hour to write copy, complete rough drafts, and to meet deadlines. With this new and better organization of time, the staff faced the problem of produc- ing a quality yearbook with optimism for this year and those to come. Row One: Julie McTeer, Kerry Walters, Diane Sarff, Mary Barber, Beth Clark, Lynn Miller, Lisa Walters, Row Two: Karen Reed, Gene Gentry, David Park- hurst, Cindy Osborn, Chris Miller, Vince Beeson, Mary Hall, Marta Thomas, Sara Knollerburg, Anna Warren, Suzette He- bei, Penny Walk, Nona Alexander, Steph- anie Brick, Mrs. Shelby McTeer, advi- sor. . . . And I Know Who You Are The Front Page VTT Seated left to right: Miss Patricia Andres, advisor, Greg Czerwonka, Shannon Tab- bert, editor, Sandi Cordes. Row Two: Tri- sha Slaughter, Vic Beeson, Tom Helm, Tim Zahrn, Brad Coy, Gene Gentry, Scott Krueger, Julie Gentry, Nona Alexander, Leah Osborn. Row Three: Pam Plummer, Lisa Hanfland, Diane Sarff, Kerry Walters. In keeping with the tradition of past years, the MESSENGER staff has had to contend with late-breaking news, hurried typing, and an inconsistant camera. But with the help of its advisor, Miss Andres, the newspaper staff was once again successful in informing the public of the school's activities and events. Around The World In Eighty Days e Sigr|d Hampel, nhead,i England; a] With AFS students many; Christine Br Switzerl At the top of the agenda for the American Field Service was acquiring enough mon- ey, through the sale of don- uts, to host a foreign ex- change student for next year. They accomplished this with ease, and the remaining time was spent in search of two host families for next year. Row One: Robbie Mayhew, Beth Claybaugh, Leah Hutton, Mary Barber, Bev Walk, Mark Livingston, Jim Willenborg, Shaun Kellerher. Row Two: Chris Miller, Chris Sarff, Lisa Walters, Julie Croy, Treasa White, Donna Thomas, Marsha Wilson, Suzette Hebei, Cin- dy Zimmer, Jeanine Lindley. Row Three: Richard Whitaker, Jane Raymer, Anna War- ren, Diane Sarff, Cindy Osborn, Dana Whitaker, Walter White, Shannon Tabbert, Leah Osborn, Maureen Greuel, Lorri Walk. Row Four: Jeff Logue, Jack Alumbaugh, Wes Modglin, Tim Massengil, Nona Alexander, Sheryl Hoedebecke, Karen Reed, Brett Koes- ter, Gene Gentry, Jenny Jansen, Julie McTeer, Melanie Walk. Row Five: Mr. Mike Sny- der, advisor, Greg Walk, Brian Stoke, Craig Koester, Rose Warren, President, Karen Russell, Scott Krueger, Richard Keck, Trent Willison, Tom Helm, Lisa Swengel, Rich- ard Walk, Larry Westjohn. ffWTTTIITTfll ■ ■ ■ i'rm Guess Who's Conning To Dinner The Future Homemakers of America had a very active year. The annual Parent-Mem- ber Banquet was held at the Ramada Inn in Effingham. The F. H. A. was honored by having the National F. H. A. president Laura Riggs speak. The F.H.A. concluded their busy year with a trip to St. Louis. Seated: Rose Warren, Patty Janes, Rita Hewing, Bev Nichols, President, Kay Cum- mins, Vice-President, Marcia Wilson, Patty Shuemaker. Row Two: Shirley Hitt, Julie Hitt, Kathy Nichols, Donna Thomas, Karen Hewing, Cindy Phillips, Trisha Slaughter, Mrs. Ruth Abell, advisor, Lisa Brown. Row Three: Donna Hewing, Donna Locke, Marta Thomas, Nona Alexander, Leah Osborn, Sandy Hebei, Lori Rawlings. Animal House This year the FFA was one of the bu- siest organizations. Members attended the Farm Bureau Youth Conference at Decatur, the State FFA Convention, and they hosted the Leadership Training School. Randy Rentfrow acted as the Section 20 President at the State Con- vention. John Thomas was the first member to ever be named the District Foundation Winner in Poultry. He also earned the State Farmer award. Kneeling: Mark Peters, Kim Rentfrow, John Thomas, Brett Williamson. Row Two: Randy Rentfrow, Keith Deters, Mike Strohl, Cindy Rentfrow, Frances Soderburg, Chris White, Jeff Walk, Randy Baker, Tim Beals. Row Three: Gene Gentry, Jane Raymer, Sara Knol- lenburg, Dennis Baker, Kevin Figgins, Ken Figgins, Jim Zimmer, Mr. Will, Wayne Deters. Row Four: Alan Baker, Jim Reed, Rusty Rennels, Rick Walk, Mike Willenborg, Gary Hatten, Jeff Beals. 67 I The Connection The Student Council year began with an- nual back-to-school dance and continued to be even more prosperous. The activi- ties of the Council included raising money for the Olney Children's Home, aiding in the forming of a tutor program, sponsor- ing various assemblies throughout the year, and presenting Homecoming Week with many activities such as Stuffed Ani- mal Day and, a new aspect, a gong show with more talent than Neoga has ever seen. The Council also sponsored a Disco with Star Sound System entertaining, a Halloween Dance with a record number of unique costumes and a very special Mr. Louthan Day in which a This is your Life ceremony was held and cake served. Proposing a National Honor Soci- ety, ordering tables for the patio area, and purchasing a activity sign for the new school were among the many activities of this year's Council. Two Council mem- bers became district officers, Scott Krueger, President, Richard Keck, Cor- responding-Secretary . Row One: Lorri Walk, Bill Osborn, Penny Zahrn, Suzette Hebei, Cindy Rentfrow, Teresa White. Row Two: Lydonna Jin- kens, Jenny Jansen, Vice-President, Cin- dy Osborn, President, Greg Czerwonka, Mr. Rex Lindley, advisor, Troy Miller, Jeanine Lindley, Secretary, Scott Krueger, Treasurer. Row Three: Karen Hewing, Kerry Walters, Robbie Mayhew, Maureen Greuel. Row Four: Patty Har- desty, Gary Hatten, Mike Icenogle, Rich- ard Keck, Tim Zahrn, Vic Beeson, Shan- non Tabbert. © O Framed The Art Club was newly organized this year, and much of their time was spent electing officers and planning future pro- jects . This year the group helped to sponser the annual Neoga Art Show Seated: Lisa Miller, Diane Sarff, Secre- tary, Joni Barnett, Vicki Starwalt, Penny Evans. Row Two: Lori Miller, Kathleen Hoene, Tresa Lucas, Karen Reed, Presi dent, Kerry Walters, Chris Sarff, Max Hall, Shelley Ehrhart, Jeff Logue, Jim Smyser, Billy Orr. Top: Mr. Phillip Glosser, advisor. ■ HUB ■■■■■■■■■■II ■■■■■■■■■■■■■IB ■■■■■■ t WWW i ■ fTTTTW W EI Cid Zimmer, President, Diane Sarff, Vice- President. Row Two: Tim Zahrn, Jay Miller, Roger Walk, Wes Modglin, Karla Mette, Denise Deters, Mary Ballinger, Lorri Bohn. Row Three: Rose Warren, Nona Alexander, Bev Nichols, Kay Cum- mins, Patty Janes, Mrs. Zita Cobble, ad- visor, Jeanine Lindley, Shelley Ehrhart, Penny Zahrn, Lisa Conners, Deann Kim- mel. This was the Spanish Club's second year at Neoga High School. The club consisted of class members and alumni. This year's annual Spanish Club Fiesta was a big success. Mrs. Cobble hosted the club at her home, and served many spicy foods. Row One: Tereasa White, Bill Osborn, Student Council Representative, Cindy ■ ■■■■■■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■■iTTmrurrBBBiBB ■■ rrr The Last Picture Show The Media Club is a service organization. It serves the school and the students by assisting the librarians in operating the school media center. Members of the Media Club accept a big respon- sibility in keeping the li- brary in order. Some of the tasks include dusting, cleaning, filing, finding and returning magazines, checking out materials, and returning books to their proper shelves. Row One-Carla Tipsward, Mary Hall, John Simpson, Mrs. Elgin, Mrs. Star- wait, Second Row-Karla Mette, Denise Deters, Barb DuBridge. Andromeda Strain The Science Club began the school year by electing officers. Plans were then made to attend the Engineering Open House held at the University of Illinois in Champaign, many of the members attend- ed. Next on the list was a fund raising project. They raffled and AM FM tran- sistor radio and the lucky winner was Jeanine Lindley. The money made from this raffle was used for a Science Club dinner in which the club presented Mr. Louthan with a twenty-five dollar gift cer tificate to show their appreciation. The Science Club would like to thank Mr. Louthan for his years of dedication. He will be greatly missed by all. Row One: Diane Sarff, John Simpson, John Perry. Row Two: Mike Icenogle, Bill Os- born, Vice President, Paul Harmon, Scott Krueger, Karen Reed, President, John Kortte, Mr. Howard Louthan, advisor. Back Row: Jill Claybaugh, Joni Barnett, Cindy Osborn, Laura Stone, Lori Spidle, Richard Keck, Kerry Walters, Secretary. I The Sound Of Music i Director Doug McClure enthusiasti- cally involved Neoga's musicians in a variety of activities. During his first year, the band entertained the public with concerts, accompanied pep club at home ball games, travelled to Chicago on a field trip, and conducted several fund raising activities. Row One: Janice Campbell, Alice Roth, Jeanine Lindley, Peggy Evans, Lisa Wright, Marsha Wilson, Penny Zahrn, Margaret Hutton. Row Two: Richard Keck, Scott Krueger, Mary Barber, Lori Rawlings, Frances Soderburg, Julie Croy, Tresa Lucas, Patty Janes, Cindy Zimmer, Donna Thomas, Rhonda Ev- ans, Anna Warren, Row Three: Stuart Wright, John Perry, Pam Evans, Sara Knollenburg, Rose Warren, Nona Alexander, Dana Whitaker, Penny Evans, Patty Shuemaker, Tom Olmstead, Mr. McClure, conductor. Row Four: Chris Byford, Tim Beals, Kevin Boyer, Ken Kleinik, Rusty Reynolds, Travis Taylor, Don Mettondorf, Gary Krietemeyer. The Music Man This year's Jazz Band gave numerous concerts for the benefit of the public. In addition to these, members of the band also provided the background music for the school play. Row One: Pam Evans, Cindy Zimmer, Anna Warren, Mary Barber, Patty Janes, Kevin Boyer. Row Two: Sara Knollenburg, Nona Alexander, Rose Warren, Tim Beals, Chris Byford, Ken Kleinik, Fran- ces Soderburg, John Perry, Mr. Mc- Clure, conductor. Row Four: Richard Keck, Travis Terrell, Scott Krueger, Tom Olmstead, Don Mettondorf, Mike Icenogle. The Learning Tree Varsity-Maureen Greuel, Cindy Os- born, Jenny Jansen, Tim Zahrn, Mitch White, captain, Bill Osborn, Diane Sarff, Nona Alexander, Mrs. Cobble. J.V.-seated: Linda Pruemer, Penny Zahrn. Standing: Mrs. Cobble, Wes Modglin, Dennis Baker, Richard Keck, captain, Gary Keck, Jeanine Lindley, Chris Sarff. This is the second year for the Scholar Bowl. Competition is much like a quiz show, except that there are no refrigerators given away. Participants are students. Neoga fared much better this year as they traveled to Sullivan High School. The Varsity tied for fifth place. High Anxiety The Pep Club was newly organized by this year's cheerleaders and had approximately seventy-five members. Mary Barber was selected as Pep Club Member of the Year. Chris Sarff and Sharon Zimmer were the runners-up. The award went to the member who at- tended the most games and showed the most school spirit. Row One: Shannon Tabbert, Linda Pruemer, Maureen Greuel, Marsha Wilson, Sheryl Hoedebecke, Pam Plummer, Sandi Cordes, Joda Albin, Lynn Jahraus, Tresa Lucas, Jeanine Lindley, Christy Clark. Row Two: Mrs. Phoebe Church, Lora Greuel, Mary Barber, Beth Claybaugh, Lorri Walk, Caroline Walk, Julie Campbell, Linda Miller, Donna Hewing, Lori Rawlings, Trisha Slaughter, Mary Hall, Sharon Zimmer. Row Three: Jenny Jansen, Patti Hardesty, Rita Hewing, Ann Livingston, Karen Russell, Kathy Nichols, Patty Janes, Penny Walk, Lynn Miller, Teresa White, Julie Croy, Chris Byford. Row Four: Rosa Greuel, Margaret Hutton, Denise Deters, Cindy Zimmer, Ken Figgins, Sheilia Zimmer, Rose Warren, Anna Warren, Janice Campbell, Lea Hutton, Deann Kim- mel. Row Five: Kathleen Hoene, Shelly Ehrhart, Amy Baker, Bev Nichols, Kristy Wil- lenborg, Becky Pygott, Penny Cooper, Karen Hewing, Twila Enloe, Sara Knollenburg, Kelly Ehrhart, Roger Walk. Row Six: Cindy Phillips, Robbie Mayhew, Scott Krueger, Tim Zahrn, Richard Keck, Michelle Claybaugh, Dana Whitaker, Bev Walk, Penny Zahrn, Chris Sarff, Lori Bohn, Rick Walk. 77 The Professionals The ICCE'ers are finding out what the work world is really like. They work part of the day and go to school part of the day. They share much of their feelings and ex- periences during classtime. Foreground: Angie Davee, Julie Camp- bell, Lisa Wright, Tina Miller, Lydonna Jinkins, Mrs. Donna Kenneaster, advi- sor, Don Claybaugh, Stan Walk. Rear: Barry Bullock, Randy Rentfrow, Gary Hatten, Tim Lindsay, Duane Frailey, Jeff Beals, Mike Willenborg, Leonard Krampe. 78 Cooperative Work Training, coordinated by Mr. Irwin, enables students to learn about jobs while earning mon- ey. Pictured are Ray- mond Walker, Mr. Ir- win, Robin Richardson Brenda Van Scyoc, Becky Van Scyoc, Vivian White, Carla Walker, Karen Deadmond, Jill Claybaugh, Jane Cle- venger, David Knot- tingham, Stuart Wright, Warren Baker, Tom Ev- ans, Jackie Alumbaugh, Leonard Krampe, Max Hall, Chester Van Scyoc, Ronnie Wilson, Jim Brant, Nick Ward, Larry Miltenberger, Bill Sanderson, Jesse Sanderson, Rodney Ful- lenwidder, Roy Haney, Chris White, Rob Da- vie, Patricia Hall, and Jim Fowler. It's A Mad, Mad, Mad World Insanity was rampant at NHS during the Homecoming Week activities, sponsored by the Student Council. Some of the ac- tivities were the painting of faces, the penny chain, and the ever-popular pud- ding-eating contest. The week's events were highlighted by a Gong Show , where students and teachers displayed their many ' 'talents.'' The Varsity Basketball team was defeat- ed by T-Town 71-82. Top right: The band. Middle left: Mrs. Gladys Tate, first Homecoming Queen at NHS. Homecoming Court: Front: Mitch Stortzum, Cara Carpenter. Back: Bud Janes, Tim Zahrn, Scott Rankin, Russ Kollman, former King, Bill Albin, King, Steve Maroon, Queen, Joni Barnett, former Queen, Debbie Shuemaker, Shannon Tabbert, Sandy Cordes, Tina Miller, Maureen Greuel. Himwiiititi ■ ■ ■ ■ irntmii ■■■■■■■■■■ You're A Good Man . . . Neoga High School students, in colla- boration with the Music Department, presented the first musical production in seven years. Many people from Neoga and the sur- rounding areas crowded into the gymna- sium on April 6 to see the entertaining You're a Good Man Charlie Brown, directed by Doug and Joni McClure. This musical has no actual plot, but is a series of vignettes about the Charles Shultz characters. The book, music, and lyrics are by Clark Gesner. Cast Members: CHARLIE BROWN, Scott Krueger; LUCY, Leah Osborn; LINUS, Richard Keck; SNOOPY, Jeanine Lindley; SCHROEDER, Bill Osborn; PATTY, Linda Pruemer. Orchestra: Pi- ano, Joni McClure; Flute, Peggy Evans; Base Guitar, Mike Icenogle; Xylophone, Patty James; Drums, Tim Beals. Production Assistant, Nona Alexander; Stage Crew, Suzette Hebei, Richard Keck, Scott Krueger, Patty Shue- maker; Lights, Jenny Jan- sen, Cris Byford, Patty Shuemaker; Choreogra- phy, Marsha Wilson; Make-up, Sandi Cordes, Lisa Wright; Usherettes, Kay Cummins, Cindi Zim- mer; Publicity, Nona Alexander, Margaret Hut- ton, Penny Zarhn; Tick- ets , Margaret Hutton; Programs, Nona Alex- ander, Penny Zarhn. I . . . Charlie Brown rnnmmmiTiiTTiiinMBmiiiiim Sometimes When We Touch Some Times When We Touch was the theme of the Jr. -Sr. Prom held at the Holiday Inn Holidome. After the banquet and the dance, prom goers re- turned to the high school for post prom activities, including the Alfred Hitch- cock, FAMILY PLOT, and pizza gener- ously donated by Bob Thomas. The Neoga Jaycees sponsered a disco with Terry Starwalt, a LakeLand D.J., at the microphone. They also provided breakfast as the final event in Neoga's first 12-hour Prom . The chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. Kenneaster, Mr. and Mrs. Snyder, senior parents Mr. and Mrs. William Osborn, junior par- ents Mrs. Delores Barber, and Mrs. Norman Evans. SOIJLaiHiLV 'ooooooooooooooooc O'----------------- o o o o o o o o o ooooooooooooooooc I Ball Four The 1979 varsity baseball team started off to a fast start but tailed off in the lat- ter part of the season. Brett Williamson was the leading hitter with a . 500 batting average. Don Dow was next with a . 429 average. Russ Kollman hit 2 homeruns for the season. Neoga finished the season with a 4-5 record. Two Neoga High School baseball stan- douts, Russ Kollman and Don Dow, were named to the all-area team by the Mattoon Journal Gazette. Greg Czerwonka and Bri- an Maroon received honorable mention. Neoga 8 Windsor 4 Neoga 4 Cowden-Herrick 1 Neoga 1 Brownstown 4 Neoga 3 St. Anthony 4 Neoga 1 Beecher City 0 Neoga 4 Altamont 7 Neoga 2 T-Town 3 Neoga 4 Stew-Stras 10 Junior Varsity, Pictured Above: Top Row: Chris Miller, Tim Hoene, Jeff Walk, Randy Baker, Jim Zimmer, Brett Wil- liamson, Coach Scott Posey, Brad Coy, Scott Roberts, Shawn O'Guinn, Travis Terrell, Tim Massengill. Bottom Row: Don Mettendorf, Gregg Barnett, Roger Walk, Tony Price, Troy Miller, Doug Miller. Varsity, Pictured Left: Top Row: Scott Roberts, Roger Walk, Russ Kollman, Tony Price, Steve Maroon, Brian Maroon, Coach J. Lee McTeer, Bottom Row: Greg Czerwonka, Larry Westjohn, Don Dow, Brett Williamson, Richard Whitaker, Brad Coy, Tim Massengill. This year the Freshman-Sophomore baseball team finished the season with a 7-3 record. Leading the hitting was Tim Massengill with a .571 average. The lead- ing pitcher was Brad Coy, with a 5-0 re- cord. The Indians finished with a suc- cessful 1978 season. Neoga 15 Altamont 4 Neoga 3 St. Anthony 4 Neoga 12 Windsor 2 Neoga 7 Stew-Stras 3 Neoga 10 St. Anthony 9 Neoga 5 T-Town 7 Neoga 17 T-Town 1 Neoga 1 T-Town 3 Neoga 7 Dieterich 1 91 White Line Fever The white line of victory and achieve- ment was memorable to the members of the track and field teams. Pictured mem- bers of the boys team are John Thomas, Tom Evans, Jerry Cummins, Tony Price, Mike Icenogle, Walter White, Gregg Bar- nett, Tim Massengill, Travis Terrell, Brad Coy, Brian Lindley, Troy Miller, Randy Rentfrow, Rick Painter, Doug Mill- er, Terry Cummins, Bill Orr, Russ Koll- man, Tom Helm, Shawn O'Guinn, Larry Trexler, Manager David Parkhurst, Kevin Boyer, John Perry, Brian Sample, Ken Kleinik, Gary Krietemeyer, Rusty Ren- nels, Brett Williamson, Doug Pattin, Mike Dulin, Doug Gibson, Brian Maroon, Jack Alumbaugh, Alan Baker, Manager Bruce Drennan. Pictured members of the girls' track team are Sandi Cordes, Cindy Osborn, Tina Miller, Kerry Walters, Di Sarff, Coach Terri Biggs, Frances Soderberg, Joda Albin, Anna Warren, Amy Baker, Leah Osborn, Christy Clark, Teresa Lu- cas, Sheryl Hoedebecke, Lori Rawlings, Karen Hewing, Chris Sarff, Lisa Wal- ters, Lisa Conners, Julie Albin, Shelley Ehrhart, Kathlene Hoene, Pam Plummer, Beth Clark, Kelley Ehrhart. The cross country team consisted of Kevin Boyer, Jim Willenborg, Chris Sarff, John Perry, Jack Alumbaugh, Doug Gibson, Brad Coy, Gregg Barnett, Ron Meek, Ken Kleinik, Tom Helm, Mike Icenogle, Vic Jansen, and Brian Maroon. 93 Network The 78-79 boys' tennis team ended their season with a 4-5 record. The Tennis team was a young one and improved much through the season. They finished 6th in the district. Shelbyville T-Town Casey T-Town Newton Casey Shelbyville Decatur Lakeview Newton 7 Neoga 2 6 Neoga 3 2 Neoga 7 7 Neoga 2 4 Neoga 5 2 Neoga 7 7 Neoga 2 4 Neoga 5 6 Neoga 3 Pictured above: Kevin Boyer, Scott Krueger, Sean Kelliher, Chris Byford, Brad Coy, Vince Beeson, Jeff Fallert, Vic Jansen, Tony Kenworthy, Dick Keck, Gregg Barnett, and Chris Jansen. Network The efforts and enthusiasm of the girls' tennis team resulted in an experience gaining year. Ten netters met action in doubles and singles. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. Neoga vs. T. -Town Lost St. Anthony Lost T. -Town Lost Pana Lost Casey Lost St. Aiithony Lost Casey Won Effingham Lost Newton Lost Newton Lost Pictured above: Julie Gentry, Sheilia Zim- mer, Sandi Cordes, Pam Plummer, Mar- sha Wilson, Dana Whitaker, Kneeling: Leah Osborn, Linda Pruemer, Sharon Zimmer, Penny Zahrn 95 ■'Hill■'■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ ■ Heroes The 1978-79 Junior Varsity Team fin- ished their season with a 4-8 record. Even though the season wasn't win- ning, the girls got a lot of experience from the year. The Junior Varsity Members were as follows: Lori Rawlings, Joda Albin, Dana Whi- taker, Penny Walk, Sheryl Hoede- becke, Beth Clark, Leah Osborn, Manager Peggy Evans, Captains-Julie Albin, Di Sarff, and Sharon Zimmer, Coach Terri Biggs. 96 1 The Varsity Volleyball team fin- ished their season with a 8-7 record. They had a successful season, getting runners-up in district. The following girls were members of the 78-79 team: Brenda Coy, Tina Miller, Cin- dy Osborn, Karen Reed, Shannon Tabbert, Lorri Walk, Shelia Zim- mer, Debbie Bartholomew, Lisa Swengel, Melanie Walk, Julie Albin. One On One The Girls' basketball team ended their season with a 5-6 record. Coach Teri Biggs felt that even with a losing record, the girls had a winning season. Pictured above: J. Jansen, B. Coy, D. Sarff, L. Baker, C. Osborn, M. Barber, D. Smyser, Coach Biggs, L. Croy, R. Mayhew, A. Baker, S. Zimmer, T. Mill- er, P. Walk. The Junior Varsity Girls' basketball team ended their season with a 3-6 re- cord . This is the girls first year and with the experience from this year next year will be more successful. Pictured below: Standing: Mrs. Biggs, M. Greuel, C. Sarff, D. Edwards, J. Gen- try, P. Walk, J. Jansen, K. Ehrhart, P. Plummer, J. Clevenger, S. Ehrhart, R. Mayhew, M. Barber, B. Clark, B. Walk, C. Clark, N. Helm, L. Greuel. The Junior Varsity Team Ended with a successful season of 15-3. Junior Varsity Pictured below: R. Walk, R. Whitaker, T. Kenworthy, T. Price, D. Gibson, R. Meek, B. Williamson, J. Anderson, Man- ager Randy Czerwonka, B. Coy, R. Ba- ker, G. Barnett, S. Roberts, Manager R. Painter. The Freshman Team for the 78-79 season finished with a 5-5 record. The Sopho- more Team finished with a 6-4 record. MOO Pictured below: K. Boyer, B. Coy, T. er, T. Kastl, C. Miller, R. Walk, G. Miller, J. Zimmer, S. Ballinger, J. An- Barnett, D. Miller, Tim Massengill, A derson, D. Gibson, S. OGuinn, R. Meek, Baker, J. Walk, R. Baker, S. Roberts, B. Williamson, T. Price, T. Kenworthy, Coach Glossor D. Mettindorf, J. Reed, Mgr., R. Paint- I I I • • I • M I M I Foul Play Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga Neoga T-Town Cowden Casey Westfield St. Anthony T-Town Brownstown Stew-Stras Flora Beecher City Cumberland Areola Altamont St. Elmo Windsor North Clay Windsor Dietrich Varsity Basketball Above: Kneeling: Coach Glosser, Managers: Dan Sheehan, Randy Czerwonka, Head Coach Scott Posey, Standing: Scott Roberts, Brett William- son, Rich Whitaker, Mike Icenogle, Larry Westjohn, Don Dow, Brian Maroon, Doug Pattin, Roger Walk, Greg Czer- wonka, not pictured Senior Steve Maroon. 100 The Neoga Indians finished with a 13-14 record of the 78-79 season. The Indians won second place in the N. T. C. tourna- ment, and runners-up in the Regional. Leading the Indians in points was Mike Icenogle with 381 points, in rebounds Steve Maroon led with 294, and in assists Brian Maroon led with 81. Don Dow re- ceived Special Mention, and Mike Icenogle received Honorable Mention. Smiles The cheerful smiles of the twelve cheer- leaders continued throughout the 78-79 basket- ball season. The enthusiasm and the spirit of the girls helped the team to a successful sea- son. The girls led the fans, encouraging many shining victories (especially over T-town). Cheerleaders Keep On Smiling: Varsity: J. Lindley, S. Cordes, L. Jahraus, S. Hoede- becke, M. Greuel, S. Tabbert, Junior Varsi- ty: M. Wison, P. Plummer, C. Clark, T. Lu- cas, L. Pruemer, J. Albin. ONisii,HaAav 'ooooooooooooooooc [Of o' o o o o o o o o VOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOC Compliments Of NEOGA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEOGA AUTO Compliments Of PARTS NEOGA NEWS 577 Chestnut OUAlirr AUTOMOTIVI PARTS AND SCRVICl 895-2234 595 CHESTNUT STREET PHONEi (217) 095-3686 J. M. LUSTIG £u±tom £a£inzt± In formica and Wood 921 E. Fayette Ave. EFFINGHAM. ILLINOIS 62-401 Compliments Of: AMERICAN LEGION POST 458 J.C. 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Jin 10 s A y 9V Zimcr. Sharon 12 -77 25 Iinner, Shelia 13 so 77 VA VS ?? 95 —— - Specifications The 1979 TOMAHAWK was planned and prepared by Neoga High School students. Ernie Newberry and Walts Studio and Camera Shop, Mattoon, Illinois provided photography services. Josten American Yearbook Company of Topeka, Kansas printed the yearbook. The fineline cover was designed in 532 Maroon with 356 Gray overtone. A silkscreen application has been added to the cover. Purchasers' names were gold printed on the front cov- er. The stiff, 120 boardweight, 7% inch by Vt inch covered book has a sewn bind- ing. Standard divider pages were used, in addition to the pages designed by Diane Sarff. The TOMAHAWK was printed on gloss paper utilizing the American Comp. 1A typography. Optima and Heritage Ro- man was selected for headlines, and copy in 30 point, and 10 point, respectively. 250 copies of this year's 128 page year- book were printed for fall delivery. TOMAHAWK Editors Staff - Marta Thomas, Penny Walk Classes - Lisa Walters, Chris Miller, Stephanie Brick, Kerry Walters, Mary Barber, Nona Alexander Organizations and Activities - Di Sarff, Cindy Osborn Sports - Beth Clark Ads - Suzette Hebei Division Pages - Di Sarff, Cindy Osborn All art work - Di Sarff 128