New Athens High School - Vespa Yearbook (New Athens, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1986 volume:

ii SiBliN tuy rcsh’en). n. 1. u strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, or conscienTT � tkm first and immediate cnecl upon the mind in outward or inward perception; • .o..:;r.r, ?, the effect produced by an agency or influence. 4. a notion, remembrance, or belief, often one that is vague or indistinct. We all began the 1985-86 school year in very much the same way as every other year. The freshmen were apprehensive in the beginning wondering how much different high school would be from grade school. The sophomores, well past that stage, were confident since they were no longer considered the low man on the totem pole. The juniors, now being in the classification of upperclassmen, were quite content. And the seniors were ecstatic with the thought that this was their last year at NACHS. During the school year events occurred that will live with some of us forever. The impression the events make on each of us will, of course, vary from person to person. 1 VESPA ’86 Volume 46 LIFE They told me that Life could be just what 1 made it— Life could be fashioned and worn like a gown; I, the designer; mine the decision Whether to wear it with bonnet or crown. And so I selected the prettiest pattern— Life should be made of the rosiest hue— Something unique, and a bit out of fashion, One that perhaps would be chosen by few. But other folks came and they leaned o’er my shoulder. Somebody questioned the ultimate cost; Somebody tangled the thread I was using; One day I found that my scissors were lost. And somebody claimed the material faded; Somebody said I’d be tired ere ’twas worn; Somebody’s fingers, too pointed and spiteful. Snatched at the cloth, and I saw it was tom. Oh! somebody tried to do all the sewing, Wanting always to advise or condone. Here is my life, the product of many; Where is that gown I could fashion—alone? NAN TERRELL REED NEW ATHENS COMM. HIGH SCHOOL NEW ATHENS, IL 62264 FOREWORD This year was basically the same as any high school year; we studied, experienced moments of trial and error. School bonds were passed. There were games and dances; voices were hoarse from fans rooting and singing. There were brief moments of glory for some of us in sports, musical and dramatic productions. All shared the hopeless reality of examinations and deadlines, the semester grades, the noontime cafeteria rush. These impressions are only a few that were packed into this full year. Credit for the production of this book goes to the loyal VESPA Staff. The Staff, however, has furnished only the outlines of the story that we find when we turn these pages filled with warm smiles of friendship and many happy recollections. The rest is up to the individual. Underclassmen who return to NACHS in the fall will continue to keep up the high standards of the school and strive for improvement. Graduates will go their separate ways using the knowledge they have gained here to reach their goals. It is not today that you will appreciate the VESPA. Tomorrow, when it is not so easy to think back on 1986, we will treasure the memories this book has stored for us. Another year has Anally come to a close in our lives. We hope we have captured some of the more memorable moments of this year. At this particular time we would like to express a very hardy “Thank You” to all the people who have helped to make this yearbook possible. Ms. Reba Jones, our advisor, who helped us through some of the really hard parts. We’re sure that we’ve kept her from sleeping on different occasions worrying if we would meet our deadlines. Greg Petrowich, our assistant editor, who helped us a great deal with the book working long hours and staying up until very late in the night. Our staff members who pul up with all of our screaming and telling them what we needed and what we didn’t. Our photographers who spent a lot of their spare time taking pictures. Our teachers, who gave us their support and patience in completing this book. Mrs. McConnell who drew the cover for us. Paul Petri who spent a lot of his time doing art work for us. And last but not least, the most important thank you to you, the student, who really made the yearbook what it is. Thanks again. 5 Laurel Short Ann Berry Co-Editors IN MEMORY IT COULDN'T BE DONE Somebody said that it couldn't be done. But he with a chuckle replied That “maybe it couldn’t, but he would be one Who wouldn’t say so till he’d tried. So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin On his face. If he worried he hid it. He started to sing as he tackled the thing That couldn’t be done, and he did it Somebody scoffed: “Oh, you'll never do that; At least no one ever has done it ; But be took off his coat and he took off his hat. And the first thing we knew he'd begun it With a lift of his chin and a bit of a grin. Without any doubting or quiddit. He started to sing aj he tackled the thing That couldn't be done, and he did it There are thousands to tell you it cannot be done. There are thousands to prophesy failure; There are thousands to point out to you, one by one. The dangers that wait to assail you. But just buckle in with a bit of a grin. Just take off your coat and go to it; Just start to sing as you tackle the thing That “cannot be done,- and you'll do it kdcab a. cuxrr FLOYD HENRY REUSS 1924-1986 Floyd Reuss was born on September 21, 1924. He was married to Mildred Harriss on May 18, 1946. They had four children — Robert. Donald. Geraldina, and Judy, all of whom attended New Athens High School. Floyd began his employment for New Athens Community District 60 on May 5. 1969. and continued to work here until his death on April 8, 1986. Floyd drove a school bus and took care of maintenance from the beginning of his employment in 1969 to the end of the school year in 1984. At that time he resigned the bus driving part of his employment but continued to be in charge of maintenance. If anyone needed anything repaired from the boiler to a pencil sharpener, Floyd was the one who could do the job. Over the summer months he always spent his time repairing and improving things for all of us so that we could start off every new school year with polished floors, painted walls, clean carpets, and with most things in working order. Floyd was going to retire this coming September; however, his untimely death resulted in his spending his last days still doing things for all of us. He will be sadly missed by all of his co-workers, administrators, teachers, and the students. 6 TOP LEFT: Mr. Berowski gives ihe photographer a disgusted look for interrupting his class. BOTTOM LEFT: Mr. Powers gives his class a break from taking notes and listening to him drone all day. TOP RIGHT: Mr. Howes says: “Wait a minute!” This isn’t the right film. BOTTOM RIGHT: Peggy patiently puts up with another obscene phone call. 7 Frances Axley Mrs. Axley has been guidance counselor at New Athens High School for 18 years. In addition to being guidance counselor, she also teaches Psychology and Career Education. Glenda Dunn Mrs. Dunn keeps busy teaching Physical Education and sponsoring the senior class. She has taught at New Athens High School for 14 years. Paul Berowski Mr. Berowski has taught at New Athens High School for 18 years. In addition to teaching German I, II, III, Individualized German, English 1, English and Communications, he is also the sponsor of Student Council at New Athens. Ben Howes Mr. Howes joined the teaching staff at New Athens High School 2 years ago. He is the Junior Varsity Basketball Coach, and teaches Driver’s Education. He is also one of the sponsors of the Sophomore Class. Elizabeth Briesacher Mrs. Briesacher joined the teaching staff at New Athens High School 6 years ago. She leaches Learning Disability and Remedial Reading. She also keeps busy after school by sponsoring Spotlight. Reba Jones Ms. Jones has been teaching at New Athens High School for 19 years. In addition to teaching Typing I, II, Accounting, Word Processing, and Shorthand, she is also a Junior Class sponsor and is the Sponsor for VESPA. A1 Barnes Mr. Barnes has been teaching at New Athens High School for 15 years. Although primarily a Junior High teacher, he does teach Chemistry in the high school. Thomas Germann Mr. Germann has been teaching at New Athens High School for 18 years. In addition to coaching the Math and JETS Team, he also teaches Introduction to Computers, Algebra I, Physics, Plane Geometry and coaches the softball team. 8 Norbert Kassing Mr. Kassing has been teaching at New Athens High School for 14 years. In addition to teaching Physical Education, he is the Athletic Director and a sponsor for the Freshman class. Kenton Martin Mr. Martin joined the New Athens High School teaching staff . 17 years ago. Along with teaching Advanced Composition, Basic Grammar and Composition, World Literature, and English II, he finds time out of his busy schedule to sponsor the National Honor Society. Sue McConnell Mrs. Sue McConnell has been teaching at New Athens High School for 3 years. She teaches Art 1, II, and III. Steve Mueller Mr. Mueller has been teaching at New Athens High School for 7 years. Along with teaching Biology I and II, General Science, and Earth Science, he is a sponsor for the Freshman class. Richard Petrowich Mr. Petrowich joined the teaching staff at New Athens High School 25 years ago. In addition to teaching Agriculture I, II, III, and IV, Agriculture Mechanics I, II, and III, he is also the Future Farmers of America Advisor and the co-director of the school play. Phillip Powers Mr. Powers has been teaching at New Athens High School for 14 years. Along with being a sponsor for the Senior class, he teaches American Government, United States History and Law. Feeding time at the zoo. Mrs. Axley types in information about NACHS students into her computer Thelma Renshaw Mrs. Renshaw has been the librarian at New Athens High School for 17 years. In addition to being librarian she leaches Creative Investigations and is a Sophomore class sponsor. Lori Rubemeyer Mrs. Rubemeyer has been the nurse at New Athens High School for 10 years. She also teaches Health. Mr. Troller snickers as he makes up ihe Algebra II lest. “The Thinker Don Sexton Mr. Sexton, called “Sam” by his students, has been teaching at New Athens High School for 32 years. He teaches Band and Music Appreciation. Peggy Tinney Mrg. Tinney has been reaching at New Athens High School for 16 years. She teaches Home Economics, Foods, Clothing and Housing. Warren Trotter Mr. Trotter teaches Business Math, Tech. Math, Computer Math I, Computer Math II, Computer Math III, and Algebra II. He has been teaching at New Athens High School for 13 years. Louis Steinkamp Mr. Steinkamp joined the teaching staff at New Athens High School 2 years ago. In addition to being the Varsity basketball coach. Junior Varsity basketball coach, and a sponsor for the Junior class, he teaches Consumer Education, United States Geography, World Geography, and World History. 10 The cooks dress up for Halloween. George Feitsam admires his work. Cafeteria Staff: Margaret Barlow, Irma I ehr. Muriel Petrowich, Ethel Buettner, Verla Mae Hoffman, Mary Morovitz, Barbara Williams, and Sondra Perry. The cooks, custodians, and bus drivers at NACHS were always doing something for the faculty and students. The cooks kept busy with preparing hot meals while the lunch stand offered quick lunches for students on the go. The custodians helped clean up after the cafeteria as well as the rest of the school. The bus drivers saw that the students were dropped off safely to and from school. Bus Drivers and Custodians: Wyman Huber, Don Kaiser, Dennis Schatte, Ray Reuss, Trudy Patton, Sheila ° ',ce' Phillips, Stanley Ruhmann. George Feitsam. 11 Mrs. Juanita Dudeck shows off her typing skills. Mr. Dale J. Carr, Assistant Superintendent : 4 Mrs. Peggy Idecker, High School Secretary Peggy Idecker and her You want it when? look. 12 After his work at NACHS, Mr. Carr still has the time to be a grandfather. Mr. Ingalls doin’ the “Superintendent’s Shuffle.” ADMINISTRATION School Board: Harold Haubrich, Ardell Schocpp, David Hepp, Sylvester Mehrmann, Norman Koenigstein, Jeff Crawford, Board Secretary — Sue Kosarek. Not pictured: La Verne Kinzinger. Peggy Idecker and Mr. Carr take a break. Peggy Idecker. busy working. Top Right: Clint Crawford can't believe the answer he got. Bottom Right: Mrs. McConnell grins as she prepares to strangle the unsuspecting Paul Petri. Top I eft: David Parker auditions for the part of Frankenstein. Bottom I.eft: Laurel Short takes careful aim as Jennie Luecking wonders where her bow went. 14 HEALTH AND CAREER ED Frank Moeser and Bill Ul2 have found a life long friend. Mrs. Rubemeyer and her friend In Health, students learned a variety of things from first aid to the proper way to keep the body fit. Under the instruction of Mrs. Rubemeyer, they spent three days a week for one semester learning all about the human body, and how to keep it healthy. In Career Education, Mrs. Axley helped students make the decision of what to do when they got out of high school. They compiled information on all of their career interests and organized them to make the right choice. Who’s in charge here? Mrs. Rubemeyer gives a brief lecture. IS Mrs. Rubemeyer explains a few things about the skeletal system. PHYSICAL EDUCATION Students in Physical Edcucation classes compete in a variety of sports and activities such as softball, basketball, volleyball, archery, bowling, soccer, and others. The class is designed to give students an idea of how to play a variety of sports, and to help them learn the rules of these sports. Students are periodically tested on what they have learned with skill tests along with written exams to test their knowledge of the rules of the sports. Mr. Norbert Kassing and Mrs. Glenda Dunn are the instructors. Open your eyes Lynn, you’ll never hit it that way. Michelle Barlow takes careful aim to hit her target. 16 Stacy Deterding concentrates on that 300 game. Bobby Harwerth gets ready to spike the volleyball. Beck Students lake time out to each lunch. Top Row: Jeff Wiley. Dennis Ventress, Ann Berry. Tim Doyle. Ruben Kreher. Jackie Luecking. Middle Row: Pam Kirkpatrick. Christy Main. John Knobiock. Billy Eckert. Tom Weber. Shelly DeS-pain, Vicky Koester. Susy Walla, Diane Fietsam, Stacy Dclerding, Valerie Rettinghouse, Kent Fieg, John Hoffman. Bottom Row: Shannon Cain. Becky Pruett. Stephanie Miller. Brian Cortner. DeWayne Kimbrell. Connie Heggemeier. Dan Nadler, Michelle Hargrove, Chris Moeser. 17 Becky Pruett grins mysteriously at the camera. Chris Moeser gels impatient waiting for the bus. Through the many agriculture classes offered at New Athens, students learn a variety of subject matter. In Ag I, students learn about feeding farm animals. In Ag II. students learn pet care, soil sciences, and genetics, while in Ag III and Ag IV. students learn advanced farm business management, landscaping, and participate in other agriculture studies. In Ag Mechanics courses, students learn about small engines, welding, and woodworking. Mr. Petrowich is the head of the agriculture department. Tommy Weber seems lo see something important while practicing his surveying. Dennis Auto Sales RR1 Baldwin Road New Athens, IL 62264 Owners: Dennis Breithaupt Dennis Holle DRIVER’S EDUCATION Drivers Education is possibly the only course in school that students look forward to. Instructed by Mr. Ben Howes, students are taught the essentials of being a safe driver. After many classroom hours, students are given their white slips, and after completing their driving hours, students receive their blue slips, which allow them to legally drive with anyone who has had his license for over one year. When the students turn sixteen, they may go to a drivers license examiner’s office and pass the drivers test, before receiving their license. Dale Schilling and Carrie Stallman listen as Mr. Howes explains a few facts about the engine. Hull Funeral Homes, Ltd 101 South Jackson New Athens, II, 62264 Phone: (618)475-2151 and 518 South iVlain Street Marissa. 11,62257 Phone: (618)295-2323 Owner: Steven E. Schuessler. President 24 hours a day service A i|rrnr� iif-P’ i Jmu PECANS PEANUTS SORGHUM AX-HANDLE -i R T ANTIQUES Owners: Route 2 Earl and Ruth Rieso New Athens, IL 62264 Diane Theobald Hours: 9 to 5 daily 1 to 5 Sunday Specialize in: Furniture, glassware, primitives, and collectibles Located on Route 13, two miles north of New Athens or six miles south of Free burg. NEW ATHENS SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSN. Route 1, Box 372 New Athens, IL 62264 Phone: (618) 475-2138 Office hours: 9 to 4:30 Monday-Thursday 9 to 7:00 Friday 9 to Noon Saturday Specialize in: Savings, checking, and all kinds of loans. 20 HOME ECONOMICS Students in Home Ec classes learned a variety of useful skills such as, cooking, sewing, parenting, and many more. Students got a chance for “hands on experience, proving again that the best way to learn is by doing! The class was not singled out for girls, since many men feel a need to learn these skills to keep up with society. Through the variety of courses offered, students were better prepared for life after high school. Mrs. Tinney helps Karen Phillips with her work. Connie Venters asks, “Did I really make a mistake?” Tina lake and Wendy Van Rotz take a gossip break. 21 The foods class receives a brief lesson in microwaving. Sherri Wilderman is afraid of dishpan hands. This is an exciting year for the German students. They will lx traveling to Germany. The group will leave on June 1 1 and will travel to 12 cities. Some of the cities which they will visit are East Germany, West Germany, Munich, Austria, Berlin, and Switzerland. They will return from their trip on June 24. The trip should lx? fun for all going. Il looks as if the German I class gets a lot of use out of their dictionaries. Danny Nadler, Denise Greten, and I.aura Fisher still need to use their dictionaries in their third year of German. The Orman III class has a break between assignments. Bill Utz, Christine Wilson, and Ann Berry listen carefully to Mr. Berowski in German II. 22 After serving the New Athens area since 1900 as the State Bank of New Athens, the bank has changed its name to UNITED ILLINOIS BANK. To get full service banking call 475-2155 or visit Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The drive-up window is open during regular hours as well as from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday. 23 24 Mr. Mueller plays ‘peek-a-boo. Through many different science classes, students learned about chemicals, disected cats, and Newton’s Laws. In Biology classes, students learned about plant and animal life. In Chemistry, students learned about the chemical make-up of matter and in Physics, students learned of the forces affecting the Earth. All three sections were represented at the J.E.T.S. competition, and the Physics class also competed in the J.E.T.S. Engineering and Design contest, receiving many individual awards. Mr. Barnes seems to be teaching himself. Brad Cummins worries if they pul it together right. Physics class calibrates the velocity of the new machine. Students in Physics prepare for the Engineering contest. Mr. Mueller seems tired of disturbances. 25 BUSINESS EDUCATION Business Education courses prepare students for life in the business world. Courses offered include Typing I and II, Shorthand, Accounting and Word Processing. In Typing students learn the fine art of typing for speed and accuracy. In Shorthand, students learn how to take notes quickly. While in Accounting, students learn about bookkeeping. The newest course offered is Word Processing, where students learn how to use a computer and word processor in office situations. 26 Craig Laflen finds a play toy. Laura Fisher, future I.R.S. accountant. Mrs. McConnell giving Alan Kerperien a few pointers on his project. Frank Moeser creating a possible masterpiece. Mark Sleinwagner is hard at work, hoping for an “A . Bobby Harwerth and Marvin Gaubalz working for perfection. The art c lass backed the Cardinals on their bid for the World Series. ART Students learned many techniques used for creating masterpieces. Under the direction of Mrs. McConnell, students tackled many projects, placing some of them on display, and entering the best in contests and shows. There are many art courses available to help students develop their talents to the fullest. ENGLISH English courses provided the skills necessary for students to communicate in every form, oral and written. In English I. II, and English and Communications, students learned the basic English skills. In Advanced Composition, students helped prepare themselves for college English courses and on World Literature, students studied many written works. With these courses offered at NACHS, students can easily get their fill of English. Students really love World Lit. right Tim? Students march excitedly into English I. 28 A portrait of an English Teacher. Jeff Rowold can’t believe he wrote that. Mr. Berowski shows his class how to take a lot of notes. Mr. Martin helps Angie Jaggie with her English. Sharon Koenigstein wishes the photographer would hurry so she can get her work done. Top Left: Dawn Wade sleep walks out of Mr. Martin’s English II class. Left: Mike Eckert does his work while Scott Cox shows off for the camera. Mr. Berowski dictates notes to his 2nd hour English class. 29 Mr. Steinkamp has the duty of teaching U.S. Geography, World Geography, World History, and Consumer Education. Law, American Government, and U.S. History are the subjects that Mr. Powers teaches at NACHS. Jay Hancock can’t hold back his excitement about class being almost over. Brian Parker watches Mr. Steinkamp grade his test. DeWayne Kirnbrell is enthused about U.S. History, but Mike Fisher is not. Mr. Powers lectures in American Government. 30 Jill l.ake and Jennie Luecking look like they enjoy U.S. History. The students take a break while Mr. Powers’ back is turned. Yul Venters hands in his homework to Mr. Steinkamp. Mr. Powers worries that his desk isn’t neat enough. Stephanie Fluck searches for her pencil so she can take notes in U.S. History. • Marvin Gaubatz tries to ignore Heather Smith. MATH AND Students in the Math classes learn everything from 2+2 to the Quadratic formula. In technical and business math, students learn the basic skills for solving math problems. In Algebra I and II, students learn simple and advanced methods of solving equations and learn some basic trigonomic skills. In Geometry, students learn many ways of working with Geometric figures, and in College Algebra, students learn advanced math methods to help them prepare for college math courses. Though many problems seemed hard, Mr. Trotter, Mr. Germann and Mr. Hollander have a way of making them seem so easy. Mr. G«rmann shows us his “I just don’t know look. Mr. Trotter tries to explain the automatic zonk rule.” Tim Mullins looks for any excuse to quit working on his Geometry. COMPUTERS With the computer age upon us, students are given the chance to learn about computers in many different classes. In Intro to Computers, the students learn the basic to programming. In Computer Math, students learn advanced methods of programming and are given assignments to practice what they have learned. In Word Processing, students learn the power of the computer as an office tool. With more to learn every day, the classes are never dull. Kathleen Schopfer works ihe problem “bit by bit.” Laurel Short tries to look busy, but Mike Kosarek knows there is no way. Mr. Trotter works alone, as Michelle Stroh dreams of life after school. Mr. Trotter, working solo on the Apple. Teachers Help — Fronl Row: Robyn Cockrum, Tracey Beste, Stacy Rausch, Carrie Van Rotz, Ann Berry. Second Row: Thad Rehmer, Scott Sandal!. Jon Meyer, David Miller. Janel Woodrome. Janeen Ruhmann. Laurel Short. Third Row: Marvin Gaubatz, Bobby Harwerth, Bruce Lischer, Craig Pratt, Mark Barlow, Dennis Ventress. Fourth Row: Sherri Wilderman, Brad Ragland, Mike Kosarek. Not pictured: Kim Holland. Jennifer Webster, Michelle Barlow. 34 Lisa Schreiber listens as Mrs. Axlcy explains what she wants her to do. Stephanie Fluck finally wakes up. These people help in the nurses office, library, and or on the playground: Front Row: Tammy Doyle. David Barnett. Jill Lake, Marla Dinges, Lisa Schreiber, Diane Fietsam. Second Row: Jennie Luecking. Stephanie Fluck, David Miller. Vince Lehr, Carrie Van Rotz, Marie Lehr. Helen Korves. Third Row: Denise Greten, Julie Behnken, Kim Geaschel, Belinda Seger. Tina l.ake. Janeen Ruhmann. Carey Stallman. Brad Cummins. Fourth Row: Jeff Rowold. Valerie Rettinghouse, Janel Woodrome. 35 From Row: Denise Range, Tammy Doyle, Sharon Koenigslein. Angela Idecker, Ronda Barr, Jennifer Lyons, Stephanie Miller. Second Row: Karen Koenigstein, Leanne Oeltjen, Brian Albert, Craig leaden. Third Row: Lynn Wcidcmann, Billy Juenger, Brad Cummins, Mike Smith, David Morovitz. Fourth Row: Kent Feig, Joey Keebler, DeWayne Kimbrell, Mike Hargrove. DeWayne Kimbrell is sure he was counting right. Mr. Sexton tries to decide what to play next. 36 Band: Front Row: Christine Wilson, Sherri Wilderman, Craig Steinheimer, Heather Smith, Danny Schalte, Vranessa Ragland. Second Row: Bill Buhs, Robert Weaver. Neil Huntley, Tim Main. Kathleen Schopfer. Third Row: Paul Petri, Tim Mullins, Mike Kosarek. Greg Petrowich. Fourth Row: Jason Keil, Jason Breithaupt, Clint Crawford, Cole Winter. Neil Huntley listens to his favorite Mozart composition. Mike Hargrove takes some direction from Mr. Sexton. 37 The band members had a busy year raising money for new uniforms. Members participated in numerous fund raising activities including: selling pizzas, selling coupon books, and playing outdoor concerts. Enough money was raised in less than a year's time to pay for the new uniforms which they will be wearing next year. In addition to the fund raising activities, the band members, as usual, received many individual awards at the 11 ISA Solo and Ensemble Contest and the band again received an award at the IHSA Band Contest. The band performed at three concerts throughout the year and marched in the Shriner's Parade along with the homecoming and Halloween parades. The band has been under the instruction of Mr. Don Sexton for the past 33 years. Dance Band — Front How: Heather Smith, Danny Schatte. Bill Buhs. Vanessa Ragland. Robert Weaver. Middle Row: Greg Petrowich. Mike Kosarek. Tim Mullins. Paul Petri. Jason Brcithaupl. Back Row: Kathleen Schopfer. Lynn Wiedemann. Mr. Sexton, Bill Jucnger, Brad Cummins, Mike Smith. I ab Band — Front Row: Heather Smith. Danny Schatte. Bill Buhs. Vanessa Ragland. Robert Weaver, Sherri Wilderman. Christine Wilson, Stephanie Miller. Middle Row: Angela Idecker, Sharon Koenigstein, Denise Range. Leanne Oeltjen. Karen Koenigstein, Craig Steinheimer. Back Row: Greg Petrowich, Mike Kosarek. Tim Mullins, Paul Petri. Bill Juenger. Brad Cummins. Mike Smith. Lynn Wiedemann. Mr. Sexton. Kathleen Schopfer. Jason Breithaupl. 38 Riess Ford Sales is located at: 311 North Main Marissa. IL 62257 Phone No. (618) 295-2331 JACKETTES AND MAJORETTES The Jackettes and Majorettes practice many hours to ready themselves for the parades in which they march. The Jackettes who are elected by band members, march in front of the band to announce them. Carrying the letters which spell “New Athens,” they perform many routines to enhance the band. The Majorettes follow the Jackettes, marching directly in front of the band. Their purpose is to help keep the band in step with various signals for stopping, slowing down, and turning corners, along with performing routines of their own using batons. Jackettes: up; Judy Gamble, Stephanie Fluck, Stacy Rausch. Donna Harwerth. Down; Valerie Ret-iinghou.se, Jill Lake, Vicky Koesler, Dawn Gale, Kris Meyer. Middle; Tracey Beste. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY National Honor Society Members — Standing: Rick Range, Mark Barlow. Greg Petrowich, Brian Cortner, Robert Weaver, Brad Ragland. Mike Koenigstein, Mr. Martin (sponsor). Seated: Michelle Stroh, Helen Korves, laurel Short. Denise Range, Jackie Luecking. fischers BELLEVILLE, ILL.. i ' ' Members of the National Honor Society are selected on the basis of four qualities: character, scholarship, leadership, and services. The members have shown that they exhibit these qualities at all times. The activities of the Honor Society include selling candy to raise money, holding the induction ceremony for new members, and holding a banquet each year for the members. All members are invited to the banquet along with the parents of the senior members. At the banquet the new officers are installed and a guest speaker is invited to talk to the members. A special thanks goes to Mr. Kenton Martin for being the sponsor. The 1985-86 president. Mark Barlow, inlroduees ihc guest speaker. Denise Range, Rick Range, and Mike Koenigstein show how much fun a banquet can be. 41 CHARACTER, SCHOLARSHIP fisc hers BELLEVILLE, ILL-- Dr. Munshaw speaks lo the members. Mr. Martin is exhausted after another year as honor society sponsor. Brian Conner is excited to be a new member. Greg Petrowich sells more candy to Wendy Van Rotz to raise money for the banquet. LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE Rick Range escorts Mike Koenigstein to the stage. New member Denise Range with Rick Range. Senior inductees. Brad Ragland and laurel Short with Greg Petrowich. 43 MATH AND JETS TEAMS The Math team competed at the SIU — Car-bondale Math Contest again this year, doing well among small schools. The test taken at the contest has questions suited for all levels of math students, from Algebra I to Calculus. Students answer as many questions as they can, and scores are tabulated accordingly. Four students are taken from each class to make up the team of sixteen. The team placed third, marking the fourth year in a row that the team placed in the top three teams at the contest. Mr. Germann is the coach. Math Team: Top Row — Danny Albert. Danny Schalte. Mike Koenigslein. Jason Keil. Robert Weaver. Rick Range. David Parker. Clint Crawford. Middle Row — Sharon Koenigslein, Karen Koenigslein. Greg Petrowich. Mike Kosarek. Danny Nadler, Brad Cummins. Jennie I.ueeking. Mr. Germann. Bottom Row — Mark Barlow. Vanessa Ragland. Kathleen Schopfer. Michelle Stroh. Janeen Ruhmann, l turel Short, Stacy Rausch. Jason Breithaupt. The JETS team competed at the annual JETS competition at Belleville Area College. The test consists of six areas: Math, English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Graphics. At this year’s competition, Mark Barlow placed sixth in English and Danny Albert placed fourth in Physics. Mr. Germann is the coach. JETS Team: Top Row — Danny Nadler, Mike Koenigslein, Greg Petrowich. Robert Weaver. Brad Cummins. Rick Range. Middle Row — David Parker. Michelle Stroh, Kathleen Schopfer, luturel Short, Marla Dinges. Lisa Schreiber. Mr. Germann. Front Row — Stacy Rausch, Mark Barlow, Danny Albert, Jennie Luecking. 44 FCA Top Row: Mr. Steinkamp. Lynn Weidemann. Mike Kosarek. Jill I.ake. Heather Smith. Bill Juenger. Dawn Gale, Rick Range. Middle Row: Stephanie Fluck, Chris Wilson. Shelly DeSpain. Julie Behnken, Tracey Beste. Brad Cummins. Bottom Row: Mike Koenigstein, Brad Ragland. Valerie Rettinghouse. Bruce Lischer, Stacy Rausch. Jeff Rowold. STUDENT COUNCIL Top Row: Merritt Wayland. Dan Albert. Mike Smith, Chris Moeser. Clint Crawford. Mark Barlow. Dawn Gale. Craig Steinheimer. Middle Row: Lisa Schreiber. Jeff Rowold. Vince l hr. Marla Dinges, Robyn Cockrum. Bottom Row: Donna Harwerth. Stephanie Fluck, Susy Walla. Laura Fisher. 45 The yearbook staff started early in the year gathering data for the 1986 VESPA. Staff members did everything from taking and developing pictures to making layout pages, writing copy, and finalizing pages for the publisher. As the year came to a close, the staff put in extra hours to make sure the book was completed on time. Wendy Van Rot is sorting pictures for the yearbook. VESPA Officers — Front: Ann Berry, co-editor. Back: Mark Barlow, head photographer; Laurel Short, co-editor; Greg Petrowich, assistant editor; Miss Reba Jones, advisor. laurel Short works hard as Janeen Ruhmann takes time out to giggle. Yearbook Staff: Danny Nadler, Laura Fisher, Vanessa Ragland. Wendy Van Rotz, Tim Main. Janeen Ruhmann. Rebekah Pruett, Kathleen Schopfer. 46 The 1985-86 Spotlight Staff — Front How: Laurel Short, Kim Holland. Jennifer Webster. Back Row: Carey Stallmann, Kathleen Schopfer, Tim Main, Shannon Cain. Michelle Stroh, Helen Korves. The Spotlight staff worked hard to meet their monthly deadlines by doing research for articles, questioning students, and preparing for the very special Senior Edition. Staff workers used the computers to help prepare the newspaper this year. In April the Spotlight staff went to SIU-Carbondale for a seminar on school newspapers. Though the Spotlight staff was small, the newspaper captured all of the events that happened at NACHS. SISPA — Front Row: Shannon Cain, Laura Fisher, Laurel Short, Rebekah Pruett, Wendy Van Rotz, Helen Korves, Jennifer Webster. Back Row: Danny Nadler, Mark Barlow. Ann Berry, Creg Petrowich, Janeen Ruhmann, Kathleen Schopfer, Tim Main, Vanessa Ragland, Carey Stallmann, Michelle Stroh, Kim Holland. Far Left: Mrs. Briesacher turns to answer a question on the bus to SISPA. Middle: Helen Korves reads something funny while working on Spotlight. 47 FFA HAS ANOTHER Once again, the Future Farmers of America had a very successful year. They began the year as usual with their citrus sales and the annual fall Sweetheart and Sister dance. In the fall, the FFA attended many events and participated in many contests such as the Soil Judging Contest, the State Crop Judging Contest, and the Section and District Parliamentary Procedure Contest. In the spring, the FFA participated in the Section and District Speech Contests, the Farm Management Contest, and for the second year, helped in producing the all school play. The year was topped off with the annual parent-member banquet, this year, honoring Mr. Petrowich in his twenty-fifth year as advisor. Chapter Sweetheart, Stacy Deterding; President, Mark Barlow; Chapter Sister. Valerie Rettinghouse. Top Row: Sentinel, Tommy Weber; Secretary, Greg Petrowich. Middle Row: Reporter, Robert Weaver; Advisor. Mr. Richard Petrowich; Vice-President, Brian Cortner; Treasurer. David Parker. Front Row: President, Mark Barlow. Top Row: Charles Branson. Richard Ruhmann, Dale Schilling. Doug Heggemeier. Ruben Kreher. Second Row: Steve Schott, Karen Phillips. Sharon Koenigstein. Karen Koenigstein. George Lake, Scott Diecker, Merritt Wayland. Third Row: Bill Buhs. Stacy Deterding, Rodney Williams. Jim Pokorny. Thad Rehmer, Wayne Wildy. Bottom Row: Tommy Weber, David Parker, Robert Weaver, Mark Barlow, Brian Cortner, Greg Petrowich, and Mike Eckert. 48 SUCCESSFUL YEAR Tommy Weber shows off his new friend. George Lake and Donna Harwerth study the human anatomy. Middle Left: Charlie Branson shows us what he likes to do to relax in his spare time. Middle Right: Sweetheart candidates do their part in greenhand initiation. Bottom Left: Karen Koenigs-tein, Karen Phillips, and Sharon Koenigstein lake part in the penny race. Bottom Right: Bill Buhs goes fishing for some mysterious prize. 49 On November 9, the FFA gave everyone the chance to be “Lost in the Fifties Tonight” with music by Steve Allen and The Southern Illinois Sound and Light show. Everyone danced and had a good time. At the end of the evening candidates who were previously selected by the FFA members were brought together and a new sweetheart and sister were chosen. Retiring sweetheart. Sherri Freudenberg and Tommy Weber. Retiring sister. Tabitha Wilson and Robert Weaver. Senior candidate, Stacy Deterding and Scott Diecker. Senior candidate, Valerie Rettinghouse and David Parker. Senior candidate, Lisa Schreiber and Tim Burns. Senior candidate. Laurel Short and Mark Barlow. Senior candidate, Carrie Van Rolz and Greg Petrowich. Senior candidate, Janet Woodrome and Richard Ruhmann. 50 FFA DANCE Junior candidate taura Risher and tarry Weber. Junior candidate Denise Greten and Brian Cortner. Mr. Petrowich shows how groovy he can be. Junior candidate Donna Harwerth and George take. Junior candidate Vicky Koester and Lance Simon. Front Row; Stacy Deterding and Freudenberg and Tabitha Wilson Valerie Rettinghouse. Back Row: Sherri 51 FFA Court Kappel’s Computer Store, Inc. 125 East Main Belleville. IL 62220 Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Specialize in: Apple, Commodore, Apricot, Leading Edge and Epson. Owners: Louis and Mike Kappel R R WELDING 600 South Van Buren Street New Athens, IL 62264 Phone: (618)475-2116 Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to Noon Owners James M. Rader Bruce A. Range 52 THE VESPA STAFF Would like to thank all of the businesses for their participation in buying of ads! HECKER FEED SERVICE Box 98 Hecker, IL 62248 Phone: (618) 473-2329 MASTER MIX FEED Owner: Joseph Willenauer HOMEMAKERS OF TOMORROW HOT Members: Top Row — Vanessa Ragland. Robyn Cockrum, Wendy VanRots. Second Row — Stephanie Fluck, Kris Meyer. Jill Lake, Julie Behnken, Shelly DeSpain. Third Row — Tracy Beste, Heather Smith. Dawn Gale, Dawn Kimbrell. Fourth Row — Christy Main. Janel Woodrome. Tammy Doyle. Jenny Hewitt. Helen Korves, Michelle Stroh. Fifth Row — Angie Idecker, Pam Kirkpatrick. Susy Walla. Diane Feitsam. Melinda Meredith. Marla Dinges. Stacy Rausch. Elise Chleq. Lisa Weigand. HOT Officers: Back Row — Marla Dinges. Vice President; Stacy Rausch. Treasurer. Front Row — Susy Walta. Secretary of Public Relations: Diane Fietsan, President; Kara Smith. Vice President of Points. 53 Retiring King and Queen, Jamie Newman and Phyllis Parker. Susy Walta, Marvin Gaubatz. Marla Dinges, and Diane Fietsam. Elise Chleq, Rick Range, and Shelly DeSpain. H.O.T. Court: Phyllis Parker. Jamie Newman. Elise Chleq, Shelly DeSpain, Marla Dinges. Rick Range. Diane Fietsam, Marvin Gaubatz, Susy Walta. The Homemakers of Tomorrow sold cheese and sausage this year to make money for their annual dance which was held on Friday, March 7, 1986. The music was provided by Calico Country and even though the attendance was low, the students who did attend had a very good time. The H.O.T. is an organization of students in Home Economics classes who are interested in homemaking. The H.O.T. is sponsored by Mrs. Joyce Dudeck. 54 “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” Doing the bunny hop. mm as• SQUAD5fltt ,5MCKEtf ■r iE.M KUO fc Top Left: Mark Barlow does his Don Johnson imitation. Bottom Left: Carrie Van Rot , Brad Ragland, and Craig Pratt paint homecoming posters. lop night: Mr. l arr and Mrs. Axley converse with Diane Fietsam. Bottom right: Chris Hewitt displays part of his summer wardrobe. 55 HOMECOMING WEEK TOP RIGHT: Tommy Weber. Charles Branson. Jon Meyer, and Mike Hargrove compete in the pie eating contest. TOP LEFT: Mark Steinwagner and Billy Juenger try to win the scooter race. MIDDLE RIGHT: Greg Petrowich and Tim Mullins haven’t fallen yet. MIDDLE LEFT: The Seniors are doing their best to win the tug of war. BOTTOM LEFT: The Juniors are winning the tug of war. BOTTOM RIGHT: Accidents do happen. HOMECOMING DANCE Joey Keebler and Jennifer Lyons Jon Meyer and Dawn Gale Jeff Rowold and Donna Harwerth Brad Ragland and Carrie Van Rolz Bill Hurst and Valerie Rettinghouse Bobby Harwerth and Lisa Screiber HOMECOMING DANCE Terry Koester and Sherri Freudenberg Students take lime out from the dance to gossip. Sherri Freudenberg crowns the new queen. Retiring King and Queen The new king and queen enjoy a dance. Retiring king and queen relinquish the throne. TOP RIGHT: Patience and Rauchmeyer: “One little ah mack and then we both have a cup of tea.” BOTTOM RIGHT: Patience. Nathaniel. Maxine, and Bruno; “Somebody throw some water on him.” TOP LEFT: Patience, Rauchmeyer. and Nathaniel; “You lookin’ pretty good for a colonial.” BOTTOM LEFT: Eustace. Stanley, and Mike; “I’m freezing.” 59 This year’s play cast took the stage to present “The Ghostess with the Mostess”; a comedy about four Revolutionary War ghosts haunting a new factory. As Nathaniel and Patience walked through walls; Griff, Eustace, Bonnie, and Maxine tried to figure it all out before Aunt Polly went crazy. The cast worked many evenings and after school to prepare for the play; and after the performances, the cast had proven their talents worthy of the stage. Nearly four hundred people came to the two performances, directed by Mrs. McAlister and Mr. Petrowich. Cast: Top Row — Billy Juenger (Col. Johann Rauchmeyer), Stacy Rausch (Bonnie Reed), Mark Barlow (Griff Adams). Vanessa Ragland (Maxine Murdler), Paul Petri (Bruno Hammer), Greg Petrowich (Lt. Nathaniel Dunne). Marla Dinges (Patience Morgan), Tim Main (Eutace Bolton), Mark Steinwagner (Gen. Horatio Brooke). Middle Row — Janel Woodrome (Aunt Polly Bolton), Kathleen Schopfer (Mrs. Florence I,eroy), Valerie Rettinghouse (Miss Margaret Honeyman), I jturel Short (I ady Bronwyn Mudd). Front Row — Charles Branson (Mike), Mike Eckert (Stanley), Heather Smith (Verna), Elise Chleq (Mary Catherine), Jennifer Lyons (Shelly). 60 Patience and Griff; “Why can’t I see him?” Rehearsing lines Patience; “Oh, it said hello. Billy tries to be “laid back” at play practice. Griff, Patience, and Eustace; “GHOSTS? 61 Bruno; “My storeroom is always neat, it’s my navy training.' Tommy takes charge over the stage crew. Aunt Polly; “Nobody quits till I fire them.” l-ady Bronwyn; “A gun is of no value. Practice makes perfect. Eustace; “Somebody turned my pineapple upside-down cake right-side up.” Very Best Wishes to New Athens High Your Franklin Representatives: Bob Junge 712 Mari Lane New Athens, IL Billy Short 5 Coachman Lane New Athens, IL 618-475-3883 Franklin LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY 618-475-2554 63 EXCHANGE STUDENT Elise Catherine Chleq is from Paris, France. She was NACHS foreign exchange student for the 1985-86 school year. While here, Elise stayed with the Crawfords, the Perrys, and the Dudecks. Elise is the daughter of Philippe and Claude Chleq. She was born June 15, 1968. Elise has one brother, Antoine. The biggest difference between France and the U.S. for Elise was the accent and the size of the cars. Her senior classes were Art II, U.S. History, American Government, Computer Math I, Advanced Composition, U.S. Geography, World Geography, P.E., Housing and Consumer Education. Elise's favorite class was Computer Math I because it was a lot of fun. One of Elise’s most memorable moments was graduation. Elise participated in many extracurricular activities during her stay at New Athens. She was on the yearbook staff, the softball team, and took part in the school play. Many will remember Elise for many years to come and would like to wish her the best in everything she encounters. Elise's home address is: Elise Chleq 24 Hue Berbier Du Mels 15013 Paris, France Top: Uurel Short helps Elise Chleq find pages to Elise Chleq thinks that taking notes is fun. work on for the yearbook. Above: Elise seeks Mr. 64 Martin’s advice on her research paper. Elise intently watches the softball game hoping New Athens wins. TOP: Vince Lehr relaxes in his sexiest pose. LEFT: Carrie VanRotz asks the photographer if she wants to share her malt. ABOVE: Kara Smith is caught trying to con Rebekah Pruett into doing her homework. SENIORS 65 Daniel L. Albert TO STRIVE, David Barnett Elise Chleq Stacy Lynn Deterding Marla Ann Dinges Ann Marie Berry Mark Robert Barlow I Shannon Cain I -J Brian David Cortner Diane Carol Fielsam TO SEEK, Marvin L. Gaubatz Jay Hancock Michelle Hargrove Robert R. Harwerth William (Bill) Hurst Marly Jones Pamela Janine Kirkpatrick Ruben C. Kreher 67 Daniel L. Albert — Band — 12 3 4: Jets Team — 34: Math Team — 1 2 3 4: Student Council — 1 234: Computer Team — 2 3 4; Jets Physic Team — 4. David Barnett — Beck — 3; Office Help — 4. Shannon Cain — BECK — 4: Spotlight — 4: Teacher's Help — 1 2 3. Brian David Cortner — BECK — 4; EEA — 12 3 4: EFA Historian — 3; FFA Vice President — 4; FFA Court — 3 4; Library Help — 3: Prom Server — 1: Stage Crew — 4; Teacher’s Help — 2. Marla Ann Dinges — Batgirl — 12 3; Cheerleader — 2: Class Treasurer — 3; FFA Court — 3; Guidance Help — 3 4: Homecoming Court — 4: H.O.T. — 1 2 3 4: H.O.T. Vice President — 4: H.O.T. Court — 3: Jackette — 12 3; Pep Club — 1 2 3 4; Play — 34: Prom Court — 3: Student Council — 1 2 3 4: Student Council Vice President — 4. Mark Robert Barlow — Class Secretary — 2: Class Treasurer — 4: FFA — 12 3 4: FFA Asst. Treas. — 3: FFA President — 4: 1 FA Court — 3 4; Honor Society — 3 4; Honor Society President — 4; Jets Team — 3 4; Math Team — 2 3 4; Play 3 4: Photographer — 2 3 4; Student Council — 3 4; Head Photographer — 3 4; Teacher's Help — 4; VESPA — 2 3 4. Arm Marie Berry — Beck — 4: Office Help — 2; Pep Club — 3; Statistician — 1 2 3 4: Teacher's Help — 4; VESPA — 3 4; VESPA Co-Assistant Editor — 3; VESPA Co-Editor — 4: Basketball Statistician — 1. Elise Chleq — H.O.T. — 4; Play — 4; VESPA — 4. Stacy Lynn Deterding — BECK — 3 4; FFA — 3 4; FFA Assistant Secretary — 4; FFA Court — 3 4: FFA Chapter Sweetheart — 4; Homecoming Court — 4; Pep Club — 2 3 4; Photographer — 1; Prom Server — 1; Softball — 12 3: VESPA — 1. Timothy Wayne Doyle — BECK — 3 4: Library Help — 3. 68 Diane Carol Fietsam — BECK — 4; Guidance Help — 2: H.O.T. — I 2 3 4; H.O.T. Presidenl — 4: Office Help — 4: Pep Club — 3: Photographer — 4; Soflball — I 2: Slage Crew — 3; Teacher's Help — 1 3: VESPA — 4: Volleyball — 12 3 4; Student Coordinator Producer of Play — 3. Michelle Hargrove — FFA Court — 3; Jackelte — 12 3; Office Help — 2: Homecoming Court — 1; Softball — 1 2; Volleyball — 2; Cheerleaders — 1; BECK — 4; Prom Court — 3; Photographer — 1 2. Marvin L. Gaubalz — Class President — 1; Class Vice President — 2; Homecoming Court — 4; Homecoming King — 4: Math Team — 12 3; Office Help — 4; Student Council — 3. Robert R. Harwerth — Coach’s Help — 2 3 4; FFA — 1 2; FFA Court — 2; Homecoming Court — 13 4; Office Help — 3. William (Bill) Hurst — Baseball — 13 4; Basketball — 1 3: Coach’s Pamela Janine Kirkpatrick — BECK — 4; H.O.T. 3 4; Help — 3: H.O.T. Court — 3; Library Help — 2; Prom Court — 3; Statistician — 3 4. Teacher's Help — 2. John Knobloch — BECK — 3 4. Ruben C. Kreher — BECK — 3 4; FFA — 3 4; Office Help — 4. 69 David Miller straightens his hair while Mr. Steinkamp shows his best side. Chrisly Ellen Main Stephanie Evelyn Miller Christopher W. Moeser Todd Ozier Craig A. Pratt Rebekah Lynn Pruett TO FIND, Vince Lehr Jacqueline Luecking AND NOT Bradley J. Kagland Thad Rehmer Valerie Lynn Rettinghouse Scolt C. Sandell Lisa Kay Schreiber Laurel Annette Short David Skorcz Kara Smith Carrie VanRotz 71 George l.ake — Baseball — 12: Basketball — 2; Class Vice President — 1: FFA — 12 4; FFA Court — 1 4; Office Help — 4. Jacqueline Luecking— BECK — 4: Office Help — 2 3; Pep Club — 3; Stage Crew — 3. David Miller — Baseball — 12; Basketball — 12 3; Coach's Help — 3 4; H.O.T. Court — 3; Library Help — 3; Office Help — 4; Prom Court — 3; Teacher's Help — 3 4. Christopher W. Moeser — Basketball — 12; BECK — 4; Student Council — 4. Craig A. Pratt — Band — 12 3; Baseball — 14; Basketball — 1; Coach's Help — 4; Pep Club — 12 3. Vince Lehr — Baseball — 12; Class President — 4; Coach's Help — 4; Homecoming Court — 4; H.O.T. Court — 3; Office Help — 4; Prom Court — 3 4; Prom Prince — 3; Prom Server — 1; Student Council 3 4; Student Council President — 4; Teacher's Help — 3. Christy Ellen Main — Band — 2 3 4; BECK — 4; H.O.T. 12 3 4; H.O.T. Court — 3; Play (Student Director) — 3. Stephanie Evelyn Miller — Band — 1 2 3 4; BECK — 4; Lab Band — 4; Majorette — 3 4; Pep Club — 2; Teacher's Help — 1 2 3; Vespa — 2 3 4. Todd Ozier — Basketball — 1. Rebekah Lynn Pruett — BECK 4; Teacher’s Help — 2 3; VESPA — 2 3 4. 72 Bradley J. Ragland — Baseball — 1 2; Basketball — 12 3 4; Coach’s Help — 4: FCA — 4: FCA Program Chairman — 4; Prom Court — 3. Valerie Lynn Rettinghouse — BKCK — 4; Class President — 2 3; Class Secretary — 4; Coach's Help — 3: FCA — 4; F'CA President — 4; FFA Court — 3 4; FFA Chapter Sister — 4; Homecoming Court — 2 3; Jackelte — 2 3 4; JackeUe Captain — 4; Office Help — 12 4; Pep Club — 2 3; Play 4; Prom Court — 3; Prom Princess — 3; Softball — 12 3 4; Teacher’s Help — 3; Volleyball — 2. Lisa Kay Schreiber — Class Treasurer — 2; Class Vice President — 4: FFA Court — 4; Guidance Help — 4; Homecoming Court — 4; Homecoming Queen — 4; Jets Team — 3: Math Team — 12; Office Help — 3; Pep Club — 2; Prom Court — 3; Softball — 1; Spotlight — 1; Student Council — 4; Student Council Secretary Treasurer — 4; Teacher’s Help — 2. Thad Rehmer — FFA — 4; Photographer — 2; Playground Help — 4. Scott C. Sandell — FFA — 2 4; Office Help — 3; Playground Help — 3 4; Stage Crew — 4. Laurel A. Short — FFA Court — 4; Guidance Help — 2; Math Team — 1 2 3 4; Pep Club — 2; Play — 4; Spotlight — 4; Stage Crew — 3; Teacher's Help — 4; VESPA — 2; VESPA Co-Asistanl Editor — 3; VESPA Co-Editor — 4. David Skorcz — BECK — 3. Carrie VanRotz — Cheerleader — 4; FFA Court — 4; Guidance Help — 4; Homecoming Court — 4; Library Help — 12 3; Pep Club — 3; Softball — 12; Teacher’s Help — 4. 73 TO YIELD. Yul C. Venters Dennis Ventress Susy A. Walta Jeffrey Earl Wiley Rodney Allen Williams Janel M. Woodrome i Stephanie Yoder 74 TENNYSON TOP LEFT: Senior Class Officers From How: Valerie Rettinghouse. Secretary; Lisa Schreiber. Vice-President. Back Row: Vince Lehr. President; Mark Barlow, Treasurer; Mr. Powers. Sponsor, (not pictured) Mrs. Dunn. Sponsor. TOP RIGHT: Carrie VanRolz shows off her ability on the computer to our VESPA photographer. MIDDLE LEFT: laurel Short innocently stands by as Marvin Gaubatz gets ready to pull-off another one of his practical jokes. ABOVE: Rodney Williams. Marla Dinges. Marty Jones. David Barnett. Bill Hurst. Vince I ehr. and Brian Cortner take time out from their Accounting to pose for the photographer. BOTTOM LEFT: Pam Kirkpatrick points in amazement to her computer screen. 75 Yul C. Venters — Basketball — 2 3; Library Help — 3 4; Pep Club — 2. Dennis Ventress — BECK — 4. Susy A. Walta — BECK — 3 4; Cheerleader — 3; H.O.T. — 12 3 4; H.O.T. Public Relations Secretary — 4; Pep Club — 2; Softball — 1 2; Student Council — 1 2, 3 4; Volleyball — 12 3 4. Tom Weber — BECK — 3 4; FFA — 1 2 3 4; FFA Sentinel — 4; Stage Crew — 4. Lynn Kay Weidemann — Band — 1 2 3 4; Dance Band — 234; FCA — 4: Lab Band — 2 3 4; Office Help — 1 2 3; Play — 3; Photographer — 1; Softball — 12 3 4; Teacher's Help — 3; Play (Make up) — 4. Sherri Lynn Wilderman — Band 1 2 3 4; Coach's Help — 34; I-ab Band — 4; Majorette — 2 3 4; Pep Club — 3; Spotlight — 1; Student Band Director — 4; Statistician — 13; Volleyball — 1 3. Jeffrey Earl Wiley — BECK — 4; Library Help — 3; Stage Crew — 4; Teacher's Help — 3. Rodney Allen Williams — FFA — 2 3 4; FFA 2nd Vice President — 4; Student Council — 1 2 3 4. Janel M. Woodrome — FFA Court — 4; Guidance Help — 4; H.O.T. — 12 3 4; H.O.T. Treasurer — 3; H.O.T. Court — 3; Library Help — 12; Office Help — 3 4; Play — 3 4; Photographer — 3; Spotlight — 2 3; Teacher’s Help — 4. Stephanie Yoder — Office Help — 3 4. Scott Sandell tries to distract the photographer by showing him his pencil. 76 Scott Sandell tries to distract the photographer by showing him his pencil. MEHRING ADVERTISING COMPANY Larry Mehring, President P.O. Box 100 Red Bud, IL Phone: 282-2750 BETTER GROCERIES NEW ATHENS IGA HOURS: 8-8 Mon.-Fri. 9-6 Sal. and 9-5:30 Sun. PATRONS Cletus Kinzinger Landshire, Inc. Charles H. Trappe. D.D.S. Dr. D. Tang Dr. C. Bun Steven Newbold, D.D.S DALE I). REUSS, CLU Agent 406 S. Johnson New Athens. Illinois 62264 Off. Ph.: 475-2098 Claims: 233-1043 Life — Health — Auto — Homeowner — Farmowner Insurance and Investment Services 77 IMPRESSIONS OF LIFE VICTORIA MISENER The birth of the day begins for me not early not late just for me I listen to the routine noises — water running feet running arguments and decisions. Groaning, 1 roll over again, but remember the play the homework (unfinished) the boys (unconquered) and me. I am aroused by the alarm clock sounding far on time lonely taunting hurrying and unfailing. My exit from the house — very un: clothes unhung, unfolded bed unmade homework undone breakfastuneaten me uncertain, unconservative. The school looms in my path great foreboding boring typical routine stereotyped but ever present. My locker, one of many, patiently waits for books — a sanctuary for me — a meeting place laughing place teasing place crying place fighting place my place. My friends, all around me tickle borrow from laugh at laugh with chide argue with console plot conspiracies with shock are shocked look down at are looked down at admire are admired like are liked as friends My classes, first English, begin unceremoniously unenthusiastically with boredom with jokes and laughter suspense disappointment announcements — and us. Between classes — freedom in which we live laugh greet gripe cram hate notice the new forget the old feel and live more. The subjects continue, as does life, with hatred frustration doubt surprise satisfaction exaltation miracles love laughter hypocrisy unfairness letdowns sadness changes but eventual, absolute pleasure. A game of brawn played, the feelings of individuals joined into one seething wave unrestrained proud excited enraged strong battling superstitious steadfast stubborn but eventually victorious. During the walk home my thoughts wander aimlessly to the one whose hand holds mine someone far away a stray kitten the summer the beach dinner parties the wind the sea the body me. 80 81 Diane Fietsam is caught defacing school property. 82 Michelle Hargrove and Lisa Schreiber work on their computer program. Sherri Wilderman and David Barnell take advantage of the free enterprise system in order to get their Hamlet books for World Literature. Marvin Caubatz gets ready to examine a locker. Jackie Luecking does her impression of “Miss Cool.” • Marla Dinges hopes she can cover her black eye before the play. 83 Top Right: Vicky Koester dreams about the night ahead. Bottom Right: Christine Wilson and Denise Range make sure everyone is doing their job. Top Left: I .aura Fisher takes charge as she tells David Morovitz, Mr. Steinkamp, and Mike Kosarek what to do. Bottom I eft: Billy Eckert works hard decorating for prom. 84 Righl: Mr. Steinkamp lakes lime out from his hard work for a “Pepsi” break. Far Righl: I ura Fisher smiles as she sees they’re almost finished decorating for prom. Connie Heggemeier, Billy Eckert, and Brenda Napier find its easier for three to hang decorations than it is for one. Left: Tim Mullins’ imitation of the “Unknown Comic.” Above: The Junior class dreams of being on Prom Court. 85 On the night of April 26, 1986, “We've Got Tonight” was the setting for the Junior and Senior Prom. As the couples walked into the k.C. Hall they were caught up in the magical moment made just for them. The band. Second Wind, played a variety of music including a polka or two. Students had their pictures taken in front of the gates that led to one of the most talked about nights in their high school years. At 10:30, the moment everyone had been waiting for finally arrived; the coronation. The candidates were: Lisa Schreiber, Valerie Rettinghouse, Sherri Wilderman, Vicky Koester, Donna Harwerth, Laura Fisher, Denise Greten, Marla Dinges, Chris Moeser, Vince Lehr, Brad Ragland, Rick Range, Brad Cummins, Bruce Lischer, Jeff Rowold, and Marvin Gaubatz. Not pictured on this page is Marla Dinges and Marvin Gaubatz. Seniors: Chris Moeser and Lisa Schreiber. Seniors: Vince Lehr and Valerie Reltinghouse. Seniors: Brad Hagland and Sherri Wilderman. Juniors: Rick Range and Vicky Koesler. Juniors: Brad Cummins and Donna Harwerth. Juniors: Bruce Lischer and Laura Fisher. Juniors: Jeff Rowold and Denise Greten. Denise Range announces the coronation. Matthew Kaiser and Angela Cockrell, crown bearers. Retiring King and Queen, Randy Ret-linghouse and Sherri Freudenbcrg. 86 The 1986 Prom King and Queen, Marvin Gaubatz and Valerie Rettinghouse. Top: Valerie Rettinghouse being crowned Prom Queen by Sheri Freudenberg. Above: Marvin Gaubatz being crowned Prom King by Randy Rettinghouse. 87 The 1986 Junior-Senior Prom Court Top Right: Tim Mullins finds that being alone can be fun. Bottom Right: Shelly DeSpain blows a kiss. Top Left: Christine Wilson plays the part of Mr. Ccrmann. having no friends. Bottom I-eft: Donna Harwerth shows everyone that she lias final ly finished her assignment. 88 Far Tim Mullins and Mark Stein-wagner do (heir imitation of Griff and Bonnie in the play. Middle: Paul Petri seems to be mad at someone. Right: Mark Sleinwagner takes his time getting to his next class. Jeff RowaJd enjoys the song the girls from Shiloh sing. Denise Greten gets frustrated with her homework. 89 Dawn Seger stays after class to catch up on school work. Paul Petri shows the latest hair style. JUNIORS AWAIT With their years of being “little people” behind them, the Juniors could finally be called upperclassmen. After starting off the year electing their officer and selling magazines, the Juniors started to ease into their final half of high school, resting up for the work ahead in preparing the Prom, held on April 26. When Prom was over, there was nothing left for Juniors to do, but wait for that final year. Class officers: Standing: Mr. Steinkamp. Sponsor; Brad Cummins, Presidenl; Mike Kosarek, Vice President; Vicky Koester, Secretary; Sitting: Donna Harwerth, Treasurer; Ms. Jones, Sponsor. Tracey Beacham Charles Branson Daniel Craft Bradley Cummins Shelly DeSpain 90 Connie Heggemeier THEIR SENIOR YEAR William Juenger Jeffrey Kaegel Lisa Keebler DeWayne Kimbrell Vicky Koester Mike Kosarek Bruce Lischer David Morvoitz Danny Nadler says “Thai’s no! fair. Wait until I get my camera ready.” 91 THE MAKINGS OF A SENIOR Greg Pelrowich Richard Ruhmann Mary Walla Denise Range ]e(f Remold Craig Sleinheimer Mark Sleinwagner Melissa W agner Merrill Way land Chris Wilson 1-aura Fisher really gels into the Christmas spirit. Left: Tim Mullins and Keith Pratt enjoy their class. Below: Donna Harwerth and Dawn Seger are ready for class, but I aura Fisher wants to stop everything and wait. Charles Branson looks through the empty halls. Jeff Rowald — smiling again! Charles Branson showrs us his 50’s look. 93 Mark Steinwagner, Carrie Van Rotz, and Denise Greten converse in the hall. Tim Mullins doesn't want his picture taken. Top Right: Stacy Rausch gives one of her world famous poses. Bottom Right: Jill l,ake. Tracy Beste. and Julie Bchnken show their excitement that school is almost over. Top Left: Sophomores take control of 3rd floor. Bottom Ix ft: Angie Bedinger and Dawn Wade smile for the camera. 94 Rodney Williams thinks about his next class while Jim Pokomy blows a kiss. Scott Cox doesn’t want his picture taken. 95 Frank Moeser helping out. practices his office skills with Doug Heggemeier Neil Huntley “Mr. Casual”. Robin Wiley takes lime to study. Clifford Parker can’t figure it out. Mike Fisher dreams of being “Speed Racer” in Drivers The trouble making trio is at it again. Education. Middle Left: Jon Meyer seems a little out of sorts. Bottom Left: Kim Holland imitates her favorite commercial “I’m not going to pay a lot for this muffler.” Above: Connie Venters and Dawn Wade show that defacing lockers can be fun. 96 SOPHOMORES Class Officers — Back Row: Mr. Howes, sponsor: Frank Moeser, President; Mrs. Renshaw. sponsor; Sean Coding, Secretary; Jennie Luecking, Vice-President; Mike Fisher. Treasurer. 97 SOPHOMORES With one successful year behind them, the class of ’88 looked forward to losing their title of “Freshmen.” As Sophomores, their activities included selling magazines to raise money for their Junior Prom and participating in the Homecoming activities. Sophomores also looked forward to receiving their drivers licenses and their class rings. To some Sophomores, thoughts of their next year as upperclassmen was the biggest thrill. Mike Koenigstein and Frank Moeser cannot concentrate. Dawn Gale Judy Gamble Chris Hewitt Kimberly Holland Nancy Herman Brenda Keman Brian Kerperien Dawn Kimbrell Mike Koenigstein k to Helen Korves 98 SOPHOMORES Jill I.ake Jennifer Luecking Jon Meyer Frank Moeser William Utz Connie Venters Dawn Wade Jennifer Webster Kris Meyer Janeen Ruhmann Michelle Stroh Robin Wiley 99 Top Right: Lisa Weigand looks like she just saw a ghost, but it was just Mrs. Dunn. Bottom Right: Mike Smith takes a break from Typing I to look at his grade. Top Left: Kim Geasohel. Tina I.ake, and Tim Main horse around while Brenda Napier looks on. Bottom l eft: Karen and Sharon Koenigstein lake a break from their homework. 100 Tina l,ake has a lough time holding her books. Craig Laflen is nol impressed! Nora Files and Lisa Weigand are excited about lunch. 101 Leanne Oeltjen shows her better side. Michelle Barlow puts in a little overtime. Karen Phillips works hard on her Home Economics. Mike Smith concentrates on finishing his typing assignment. Vanessa Ragland looks at another typist until the bell rings. Jennifer Lyons looks surprised after hearing the correct answer to the algebra problem. Being in such a hurry to get to school, Alameda Dayton forgot to change from her pajamas. 102 Ronda Barr stares into space again. The Class of '89 experienced the active life of high school students for the first time as they encountered initiation, NACHS classes and other school activities. The freshmen entered into the true spirit of high school as they became members of a variety of different organizations, and assumed the role of high school students. They also showed school spirit by participating in homecoming activities. In addition to this, some of the freshmen participated in the all-school play. FRESHMEN CLASS OFFICERS: Standing: Mr. Kassing, sponsor; Jennifer Hewitl, Treasurer; Jennifer Lyons. Secretary; Mr. Mueller, sponsor. Seated: Jason Keil, Vice-President; Jason Breithaupl. President. 103 Jason Keil Allen Kerperien Karen Koenigstein I Sharon Koenigslein Tina Lake Tina Lake seems to think that Jennifer Lyons and Rhonda Barr are bunny rabbits. Vanessa Ragland and l eanne Oeltjen seem to have a good time discussing Mr. Berowski's English assignment. Marie Lehr Jennifer Lyons Timothy Main AJmeda Dayton finds time to “goof-off in Art Class. 104 Brian Parker Karen PhUliPs It looks like Maria Lehr got a laugh out of Lisa Weigand’s weird face. Michael Smith Wayne Wild) Cole Winter Lisa Weigand Wrendy Van Rotz 105 TOP LEFT: Statisticians: Pam Kirkpatrick, Merritt Wayland, Dawn Seger, and Ann Berry. BOTTOM LEFT: Coach Trotter gives the pregame pep talk. TOP RIGHT: Jennifer Lyons bumps to herself. BOTTOM RIGHT: Warming up before the game. 106 Varsily Volleyball: Top Row — Connie Venters, Shelly DeSpain, Mr. Trotter, Susy Walta, Diane Fietsan. Second Row — Angie Idecker, Robin Wiley, Julie Behnken. I eanne Oeltjen. Bottom Row — Jennifer Lyons and Dawn Gale. J.V. Volleyball: Top Row — Robin Wiley, Angie Idecker. Second Row — Dawn Gale, Connie Venters. Third Row — Julie Behnken, Leanne Oeltjen, Lisa Weigand, Mr. Trotter. Bottom Row — Jennifer Lyons. 107 CHEERLEADERS The cheerleaders got off to an early start for the 1985-86 basketball season, with the help of their new coach, Mrs. Judy Beland. In October, the cheerleaders held a carwash at the Sunoco station to raise money to help pay for their uniforms, and they worked with Mr. Germann painting signs for the Commercial Club. As a final fundraiser, the cheerleaders sold balloons, which they delivered on Valentine's Day. As the basketball season began, the cheerleaders helped the team to many victories with their enthusiasm and spirit. As their Homecoming game rolled around, the cheerleaders worked out a pom-pom routine to the song “Burning Up” by Madonna, to cap off another great year. 108 Varsity and Junior Varsity Cheerleaders The cheerleaders take time out to pose for the photographer. Varsity Basketball — Back Row — Brian Kerperien. Bruce Lischer. Jeff Rowold. Scott Diecker. Brad Ragland. Brad Cummins. Front Row — Clifford Parker, Mike Koenigstein. Chris Hewitt. Jon Meyer. Not pictured — Robert Weaver. J.V. Basketball — Back Row — Mike Smith. Mike Koenigstein. Clifford Parker. Brian Kerperien. Jason Keil. Brad Cummins. Clint Crawford. Jon Meyer. Front Row — Mike Fisher (Mgr.), Chris Hewitt. Mike Hargrove. Brian Albert, Joey Keebler, Jason Breithaupt. Craig Laflen. 109 Brad Raglend shoots a lay up. Scott Dicker shoots from the comer. Scott Dieker jumps for a rebound. 110 Robert Weaver shoots a jumper. Both teams wait for the rebound. Ill Scott Dieker “crams it home”! DEDICATED TO MR. PETROWICH WITH 25 YEARS OF SERVICE The 1986 Vespa is dedicated to Mr. Richard Petrowich, vocational agriculture teacher at New Athens High School. Mr. Petrowich has been teaching at New Athens for the past 25 years, beginning with his first day of classes on August 29, 1961. He received his Master's Degree at the University of Illinois in 1964, following four years in the U.S. Navy. Since he started teaching in 1961, Mr. Petrowich has achieved many milestones in his teaching career. He has received both his honorary State and American farmer degrees, the latter being the highest award an agriculture teacher can receive. He has served as president of the Illinois Association of Vocational Agriculture Teachers, and in 1985, he was chosen as Vocational Teacher of The Year by the Illinois Vocational Association. As agriculture teacher at New Athens, one of Mr. Petrowich’s responsibilities is being the advisor of the F.F.A. Chapter. Throughout 25 years Mr. Petrowich has helped guide F.F.A. members to many awards, including 4 American Farmer recipients, 44 State Farmer recipients, 3 state foundation winners, 2 state welding champions, and a national poultry winner. He has coached 20 championship teams in sectional parliamentary procedure contests, and has won many district contests. In his spare time, Mr. Petrowich likes to play golf, and each year he organizes the state agriculture teachers golf tournament. Along with many other numerous activities, Mr. Petrowich finds time to co-direct the all school play each spring and serves actively in the United Methodist Church at New Athens. Throughout his 25 years of service as a teacher, advisor, and community serviceman, Mr. Petrowich has earned the respect of many, and we thank him for his service to all with the dedication of this book. Mr. Petrowich receiving his honorary state farmer degree. Mr. Petrowich in his first year at New Athens. 112 Although the softball team only won seven games this year, they were full of spirit. They played hard and showed good sportsmanship. The team was coached by Mr. Germann, and Vanessa Ragland was the scorekeeper. The team’s win-loss record was 7-16 at the end of the season. Valerie Rettinghouse and Tracey Beste were picked to the Cahokia Conference “2nd Team All Conference.” Softball team — Front Row: Wendy Van Rolz, Vanessa Ragland. Jill take, Karen Phillips, Jenny Hewitt, Carrie Van Rotz. Middle Row: Christine Wilson. Dawn Cale, Julie Behnken. Mr. Germann, Stacy Rausch, taanne Oeltjen. Shelly Despain. Lynn Weidemann. Back Row: Tracey Beste, Valerie Rettinghouse. Stephanie Fluck. Heather Smith, Robyn Cockrum. Nora Files, Lisa Wiegand. 113 Jenny Hewitt runs after a foul ball. Lynn Weidemann and Tracey Beste help Mr. Germann put up the batting cage. Tracey Beste looks towards second to see if she threw the girl out. Christine Wilson puls all of her strength into her swing. 114 Valerie Hettinghouse gives the pitch all she’s got. I eanne Oeltjen sits on the bench waiting to be put in the game. '• c : J.V. GAINED EXPERIENCE Junior Varsity Baseball — Top Row: Coach Ben Howes, Mike Smith, Cole Winter, Jason Keil, Mike Kocnigstcin. Bill Utz, Coach Louis Steinkamp. Middle Row: Brian Albert, Allen Kerperien, Steve Schott, Bill Buhs, Clifford Parker. Front Row: Jennifer Lyons, Brian Parker, Scott Cox, Joey Keebler, Mike Hargrove, Angie Idecker. Clifford Parker throws strike three. Bill Utz waits for the ball. 115 VARSITY TEAM IMPROVED Varsity Baseball — Top Row: Coach Ben Howes. Jeff Rowald. Bruce Lischer, Craig Pratt, Mike Koenigstein, Billy Juenger, Mike Kosarek, Coach Louis Steinkamp. Middle Row: Brad Cummins. Rick Range. Mike Smith, Jason Kiel, Bill Utz, Clint Crawford. Front Row: Denise Greten. Scott Cox. Joey Keebler. Clifford Parker, Bill Hurst, Mike Hargrove. Vicky Koester. Jeff Rowald hurls another strike with his seasonal average of 9.5 strike outs per game. Keith Pratt nurses a sore hand as Rick Range calls time out. THEIR BASEBALL SKILLS S-- ' - Brad Cummins lets ball four go by. Although the varsity baseball team did not have a winning record, they proved themselves as winners on the Held. Though their record was 10-16-1, the team had some big wins beating Lebanon (6 to 1), Collinsville (7 to 4), and Okawville (5 to 1). New Athens won their first regional game, beating Red Bud 8 to 0 on a 3 hitter by Jeff Rowald, but they lost to Marissa in their second game by a score of 4 to 2. The J.V. team finished with a record of 2-8, beating only Red Bud and Sparta; however, both coaches agreed that the J.V. team progressed as the year grew to a close. 117 Clifford Parker watches the pitch. Billy Juenger practices his hitting on the tee. TO STRIVE As the year came to a close, seniors could be found in the office ordering graduation material or working hard to ensure their credits for graduation. Graduation practices saw seniors trying on their caps and gowns along with practicing marching in step. Although they were overjoyed with the thought of being out of high school, they were also sad that this might be the last lime together with their classmates of thirteen years. Sherri Wilderman and Valerie Rettinghouse gel ready lo try on their gowns. Seniors listen intently to instructions at graduation practice. Seniors try to keep in step with the music as Mr. Sexton helps out. 120 Laurel Short and Ann Berry try lo figure out which end is up. A group of seniors talk about the good times ahead. TO SEEK Mr. Carr can’t believe these people are really graduating. Marvin Gaubatz thinks he hears his name being called, but other seniors don’t care. 121 After graduation seniors hurry out to the reception line. TO FIND On May 30, 1986, the seniors at New Athens High School began one of the most important evenings of their lives, graduation. As “Pomp and Circumstance” began, seniors marched in preceded by the Junior Marshals, Donna Harwerth and David Parker. Speeches were given by Mark Barlow, Valedictorian; Dan Albert, Salutatorian; and Vince Lehr, president of the class. Lynn Weidemann and Sherri Wilderman played musical solos, and Mr. Carr presented the awards. Then it was time for the presentation of the diplomas by Mr. Jeff Crawford and Mr. Ardell Schoepp. Before long the seniors were all graduated and the band began the recessional. The senior class of 1986 had finally made it. Junior Marshals, David Parker and Donna Harwerth. Mark Barlow receives his Valedictory award. In addition to this award, Mark also received the American Legion Award, the Agriculture Award, and the Bausch and Lomb Science Award. He was also an Illinois State Scholar. Daniel Albert receives his Salutatory Award. In addition to this award Daniel also received the ICTM Student Achievement Award and Daniel was an Illinois State Scholar. Seniors wait outside the gym for the ceremony to begin. AND NOT Mark Barlow gives his Valedictory address. Daniel Albert gives his Salutatory address. Seniors get ready for graduation. TO YIELD Laurel Short receives the President’s Academic Fitness Award. Laurel also Lisa Schreiber receives the President’s Academic Fitness Award, was an Illinois State Scholar. Lynn Weidemann receives the John Wagner Memorial Band Award. Mark Barlow and Valerie Rettinghouse receive the American I egion Award. 124 1986 GRADUATION Brad Ragland receives the Don Jansen Memorial Award. Marvin Gaubat2 receives a Perfecl Attendance Award. Robert Harwerth and Ruben Kreher also received Perfect Attendance Awards. 125 AS SENIORS ENDED ONE AGE, The Class of 1986 before graduating. 126 The Class of 1986 after graduating. THEY BEGIN ANOTHER Dan Afkent Flank Ban.-l.ou) David Banned. Ann Benny Shannon Cain Ltiie Chteg Bnian Contnen Stacy Detending 7im Doyte Diane 7iei am Planvin Qaukatz }ay Hancock Plichekte Han.gn.ove. Rokent Hamcenth Bid Hunnt Panty J.onen Pam Hinkpatnick Ruken Hn.eh.en. Qeonge Lake Vince Lehn Planka Litteken 2-ackie Laecking Chni-bty Plain. Plekinda Flenedith David Pliden Stephanie Pliden Chnin Ploe en 7odd Oziem Cnaig Pnatt Rekekah Pnuett Bead Rag Land lhad Rehmern Vakenie Rettinghou.s e Scott Sanded Lda Schneikem Laanek Shont David Shoup David Skon.cz Kama Smith Connie Van Rotz {jut Ventemn Dennis Ventne p Suny Uakta 7om Ueken Lynn Ueidemann Shemni Uikdenman UU Udey Rodney UidiamA 3-anek Uoodnome Stephanie IJoden 127 Mack’s BIKE SHOP SPECIALIST IN LIGHTWEIGHT BICYCLES, TOURING RACING EQUIPMENT, BMX EQUIPMENT CLOTHING HELMETS. LARGE SELECTION — HOURS — Daily 1 PM-10 PM Sal. 10 AM-10 PM 235-4972 SMITHTON, ILL 62285 Nu-Deal Oil Company P.O. Box 67 Hecker, IL 62248 Owner: Virgil L. Gregson Hours: 7-6 Daily and 7-12 Sat. We tune them to be lean and fast, not half fast Roy’s Auto Repair 200 S. Van Buren New Athens. IL 62264 (618) 475-3183 Hours 8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday 8 am-12 pm Saturday RHUTASEL and ASSOCIATES, INC. ENGINEERS ARCHITECTS I SURVEYORS | 1 k. MUNICIPAL ■ INDUSTRIAL EDUCATIONAL (618) 539-3178 1 SUNSET DRIVE I EREEBURG, IL 62243 Prescription Specialists Karber’s Pharmacy 107 N. Van Buren New Athens, IL 62264 (618)475-2233 Owner: Ron Karber 128 JOURNAL PRESS IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE Mon-Fri: 8 am to 5 pm Phone: 475-2166 Route 1, Box 406 New Athens, IL 62264 New Athens Laundry and Car Wash 509 South Market Street New Athens, IL 62264 Phone: 475-3480 Owners: Hours Cecil D. Alfeldt 7-9 Rudy V. Alfeldt Ted L. Valentine Dist. 126 Jackson Street Red Bud. IL 62278 Phone: 282-6333 or 282-3113 Owners: Ted and Dorothy Valentine We Distribute Ice Cream and Novelties New Athens Home for the Aged 203 South Johnson St. New Athens, IL 62264 Phone: 475-2550 Hours: 8 am to 4 pm We Specialize in Nursing Care Hi-Way Lumber Company 601 South Clinton Street New Athens, IL 62264 Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30-4:30 Saturday 8 am to 12 pm Building materials, hardware, electrical, plumbing supplies, paint and wallcovering 129 SEPTEMBER FEBRUARY 5 — Magazine sales for sophomores and juniors. 10 — First Prom meeting for juniors. 12 — Drivers Education eye exam. 17 — First VESPA staff meeting. 27 — F-slips due. 30 — Student Council election. All-school play meeting. OCTOBER 2 — Sophomores order class rings. 3 — Art Class goes to St. Louis Art Museum. 16 — Second Prom meeting. 25 — No Beck classes today (yeah). 31 — End of first quarter (Report cards will be going home). NOVEMBER I — No school. Parent teacher conferences (Hope my parents don’t go). 9 — FFA Dance. II — No School. 13 — ASVAB Test (Sophomores). 20 — FFA Section 22 Parliamentary Procedure Contest. 21 — High School Band Concert. Red Bud JETS Engineering Design Contest. 28 — Thanksgiving Day — No school (Thank you, Lord). DECEMBER 3 — Play cast picked. 16 — Christmas Band Concert. 20 — Christmas Vacation begins. JANUARY 7 — Play practice. 8 — Class meetings. 9 — FCA meeting at Rasuch’s. 14 — Homecoming Dance Decoration Committee meeting. 15 — Graduation announcement orders. 16 — Semester Exams. 17 — Semester Exams. 29 — Begin work on Homecoming posters. 5 — Begin Homecoming activities. (a) Sucker Day (b) Pajama hat Day 6 — (c) Tropical Day (d) No Test Day 7 — Homecoming Game 8 — Homecoming Dance 19 — ASVAB Test (Juniors). 20 — JETS Test at BAC. 21 — F-slips due again. MARCH 1 — FHA on field trip. 5 — Sophomore class rings delivered. 7 — HOT Dance (Disaster). 13 — Play 14 —Play 17 — CPR Class in new gym. 20 — Music Appreciation Class to St. Louis Symphony. 21 — High School Band Festival at BAC. 27 — Easter Vacation. APRIL 7 — SISPA meeting in Carbondale for Spotlight and VESPA staffs. 8 — Floyd Reuss passed away. 9 — Graduation announcements delivered. 10 — FFA Banquet. 14 — Spotlight and VESPA go out for pizza. 17 — High School scheduling for next year (Seniors dismissed). 18 — Honor Society Induction. MAY 2 — Shiloh High School Concert. 9 — Honor Society Banquet at Fisher’s. 13 — High School Band shows off new uniforms at Spring Concert. 19 — Graduation practice. 21 — Graduation practice. 23 — Semester Exams. 27 — Semester Exams. 30 — High School Graduation (For some). 130 A Albert. Brian F. 36. 46. 103. 109, 115 Albert, Dan 32, 34. 41, 44, 45, 47, 48, 50, 60, 61, 66, 75, 81, 83, 122, 123, 124 Axley, Frances 8, 9, 15, 35, 55 B Barlow, Margaret 11 Barlow. Mark 32, 34. 41, 44. 45. 47. 48. 50. 60,61,66, 75,81,83, 122, 123, 124 Barlow. Michelle 16. 103 Barnes. A1 8, 25 Barnett, David 35, 66, 75, 83 Barr, Ronda Sue 36, 102, 103, 108 Beacham, Tracey 90 Bedinger, Angie 94 Behnken, Julie 35. 45. 53, 77, 94, 108, 113 Berowski, Paul 7, 8, 22, 29 Berry, Ann 17, 34. 46, 47, 66, 81. 106, 120 Beste, Tracey 34, 40, 45, 53, 94. 97, 108, 113, 114 Branson, Charles 48, 49, 56, 59, 60, 90, 93 Breithaupt, Jason T. 33, 37, 38, 44, 103, 109 Briesacher, Elizabeth 8, 47 Buettner, Ethel 11 Buhs, William 37, 38. 48, 49, 103, 115 Bums, Tim 50 C Cahoon, David A. 100 Cain, Shannon 17, 47, 66 Carr, Dale 12, 13,55, 121 Chleq, Elise 52. 53. 60. 64. 66. 123 Cockrum, Robyn 34, 45, 53, 97, 113 Connell, James 97 Cortner, Brian 17, 18, 41, 42, 48, 50, 66, 75 Cox, Scott 29. 95, 97, 115 Craft, Daniel 90 Crawford, Clint J. 37, 44, 45, 103, 109 Crawford, Jeff 13 Cummins, Bradley 24, 25, 35, 36, 38, 44, 45, 86, 108, 116, 117 D Dayton, Alameda 102, 104 Despain, Shelly 17, 45, 52, 53, 85, 88, 90, 113 Deterding, Stacy 16, 17, 48, 50, 51, 66, 82 Diecker, Scott 48, 50, 97, 109, 110, 111 Dinges, Marla 35, 44. 45. 52. 53. 59. 60. 61, 66, 75, 83 Doyle, Tammy 35, 36, 40, 53, 97 Doyle, Tim 17 Dudeck, Joyce 12 Dudeck, Juanita 12 Dunn, Glenda 8, 16, 83, 100 E Eckert, Mike 29. 48. 59. 60, 90. 97 Eckert, William 17,84, 85 F Feig, Kent 17, 36, 90 Fieisam, Diane 17, 35, 52, 53, 55, 67, 81 Fietsam, George 11 Files, Nora 103, 113 Fisher, Laura 22, 26, 45, 46, 47, 51, 84, 85, 86, 90, 92, 93 Fisher. Mike 96. 97, 109 Fluck, Stephanie 31, 34, 35, 40, 45, 53, 97, 108, 113 G Gale, Dawn 40, 45, 53, 57, 98, 113 Gamble, Judy 40, 98 Gaubalz, Marvin 27, 31, 34, 52, 58, 67, 75, 83,87, 121, 125 Gcaachel, Kim 35, 98, 100 Geaschel, Ronald 103 Germann, Thomas 8, 32, 44, 88, 113 Goding, Scan 97, 98 Greten, Denise 22, 35, 50, 85, 86, 89, 90, 93 H Hancock, Jay 30, 67 Hargrove, J. Michael 36, 37, 56, 103, 109, 115 Hargrove, Michelle 17, 67, 82, 116 Harwerth, Donna 26, 40, 45, 49, 51, 57, 86, 88. 90. 93. 122 Harwerth, Robert 16, 27, 34, 57, 67, 125 Haubrich, Harold 13 Heggemeier, Connie 17, 85. 91 Heggemeier, Doug 48, 95, 98 Hepp, David 13 Herman, Nancy 98 Hewitt, Chris 55, 98, 109 Hewitt, Jennifer 53, 103, 108, 113 Hoffman, John 17 Hoffman, Verla Mae 11 Holland, Kim 47. 96, 98 Hollander, Marion 32 Howes. Ben 7. 8. 19, 97, 115, 116 Huber, Wyman 11 Huntley, Neil 37, 95, 97 Hurst, Bill 57.67, 75, 81 I Idecker, Angela 26. 36. 38. 40. 53. 98. 115 Idecker, Peggy 7, 12, 13 Ingalls. J. L. 12 J Jaggie, Angela 29 Jones, Marty 67, 75 Jones, Reba 8, 26, 46, 90 Juenger, William 36, 38, 45, 56, 60, 61,91, 116, 117 K Kaegel, Jeffrey 91 Kaiser, Don 11 Ka sing, Norbert 9, 16, 103 Keebler, Joseph R. 36, 57, 103, 109, 115 Keebler, Lisa 91 Keil, Jason 37, 44. 103, 104, 109, 115, 116 Keman, Brenda 98 Kerperien, Allen W. 27, 104, 115 Kerperien, Brian S. 98, 109 Kimbrell, Dawn 53, 98 Kimbrell, DeWayne 17, 30, 36, 91 Kinzinger, Lav erne 13 Kirkpatrick, Pam 17, 53,67, 75, 106 Knobloch, John 17 Koenigstein, Karen A. 36, 38, 44, 48, 49, 100, 104 Koenigstein. Mike 24. 41. 43. 44. 45. 98. 109, 115, 116 Koenigstein, Norman 13 Koenigstein, Sharon 29, 36, 38, 44, 48, 49, 100, 104 Koester, Vicky 17, 40, 51, 84, 86, 90, 91, 108, 116 Korves, Helen 34, 35, 41, 47, 53, 98 Kosarek, Mike 33, 34, 37, 38. 44, 45. 84. 90. 91, 116 Kosarek, Sue 13 Kreher, Ruben 17. 48,67, 125 L Laden, M. Craig 26, 36, 104, 109 Lake, George 18, 48, 49,51,70 Lake, Jill 30, 35, 40. 45, 53, 94. 99. 113 Lake, Tina 21, 35, 100, 104 Lehr, Maria 35, 104, 105 Lehr, Irma 11 Lehr, Vince 35, 45, 65, 70, 75, 83, 86, 123, 124 T Lischer, Bruce 34, 45, 86, 91, 109, 116 Luecking, Jackie 17, 41, 70, 83 Luecking, Jennifer 30, 35, 44. 97, 99 Lyons, Jennifer 36, 57, 60, 102, 103, 104, 106, 108, 115 M Main, Christy 17, 53, 70. 82 Main, Timothy L. 37, 46, 47, 59, 60, 61, 62, 100, 104 Marlin. Kenton 9, 29, 41, 42, 64 McConnell, Sue 9, 27 Mehner, Barry 99 Mehrmann, Sylvester 13 Meredith, Melinda 53 Meyer, Jon 34, 56, 57, 96, 99, 109 Meyer, Kris 40, 53, 99 Miller, David 34, 35,81 Miller. Stephanie 17, 36, 38, 40. 70 Moeser, Chris 17, 45, 70, 86 Moeser, Frank 15, 16, 27, 95, 97, 98, 99 Morovitz, David 36. 84, 91 Morovitz, Mary 11 Mueller, Steve 9. 24, 25, 103 Mullins, Tim 24. 28. 32, 37, 38. 56. 65. 88. 89,91,93 Murphy, Mark 55, 105 N Nadler, Daniel 17, 22, 44, 46. 47, 91 Napier, Brenda 85, 91, 100 Nelson, Craig 105 0 Oeltjen, Leanne 36, 38, 104, 105, 113, 114 Ozier, Todd 70 P Parker. Brian 30, 105 Parker. Clifford 95, 99. 109, 115, 117 Parker. David 44, 48, 50, 91, 122 Patton, Trudy 1 1 Perry, Sondra 11 Petri, Paul 37. 38, 59, 60, 62. 89. 91 Petrowich, Greg 24, 37, 38, 41,42, 43. 44. 46, 47. 48. 50,56, 59, 60, 92 Petrowich, Muriel 11 Petrowich, Richard 9, 18, 48, 51, 112 Phillips. Karen 21, 48, 49, 105, 113 Phillips. Sheila 11 Powers. Phillip 7,9. 30. 31. 75, 83. 102 Pokomy. James 48, 95, 99 Pratt, Craig 34, 55, 70, 73, 116 Pratt. Keith 92, 93. 116 Pruett, Rebekah 17, 46, 65, 70 R Ragland. Bradley 34. 41, 45, 55. 57, 71, 82, 86. 109, 125 Ragland. Vanessa 37, 38. 40, 43, 44, 46, 47, 53, 59,60, 102, 104, 105, 113 Range. Denise 36, 38, 41,43, 84, 86, 92 Range. Rick 32, 41, 43, 44. 45, 52, 86, 92. 116 Rausch, Stacy 34, 40, 44, 45. 53, 60, 94, 99, 108, 113 Rehmer, Thad 34, 48, 71 Renshaw. Thelma 10. 97 Rettinghouse, Valerie 17, 35, 40, 45, 48, 50, 51,57, 60,71.75, 83, 86. 87, 113. 114, 120, 124 Reuss, Floyd 6 Reuss. Raymond 11 Rowold, Jeff 28. 35. 45, 57. 86. 89. 92. 93. 109, 116 Rubemeyer, Lori 10, 15 Ruhmann, Janeen 34, 35. 44. 46, 47, 99 Ruhmann, Stanley 11 Ruhmann, Richard 48, 50, 192 s Sandell, Scott C. 34, 71 Schatte, Daniel 37, 38, 44, 105 Schalte, Dennis 11 Schilling. Dale 19. 48, 99 Schopfer, Kathleen 33, 37, 38, 44, 46. 47, 60, 99 Schoepp, Ardell 13 Schott, Steven 48, 105, 115 Schreiber, Lisa 35, 44, 45, 50, 57, 58, 71, 75, 82, 83. 86, 124 Seger, Belinda 35, 105 Seger, Dawn 89, 92. 93, 106 Sexton, Don 10, 36, 37, 38, 120 Short, laurel 33, 34, 41, 43, 44. 46, 47, 50, 60, 62,64.71,75, 120. 124 Skorcz, David 71 Smith. Heather 31, 37, 38, 45, 53, 60, 99, 113 Smith, Kara 65, 71 Smith, Michael 36, 38, 45, 100, 102, 105, 109, 115, 116 Slallmann, Carey 19, 35, 47, 99 Steinheimer, Craig 37, 38, 45, 92 Steinkamp, Louis 10, 30, 31, 45, 84, 85, 90, 115, 116 Steinwagner, Mark 27, 56, 60, 89, 92, 93 Stroh, Michelle 33. 41, 44, 47, 53, 99 Tinney, Peggy 10, 21 Trotter, Warren 10, 32, 33, 106 u Utz, William 15, 22. 99. 115, 116 V Van Rotz, Carrie 34, 35, 50, 55, 57, 65, 71, 75, 93, 108, 113 Van Rotz, Wendy 21, 42, 46, 47, 53, 105, 113 Venters, Connie 21, 96, 99, 106 Venters, Yul31,74 Ventress. Dennis 17, 34, 74 W Wade. Dawn 29, 94, 96, 99 Wagner, Melissa 92 Walla, Mary 92 Walla, Susy 17, 45, 52, 53, 74 Wayland, Merritt 45, 48, 92, 106 Weaver, Robert 24, 37, 38, 41, 44, 48. 50, 92, 109, 110 Weber, Tom 17, 18, 48, 49, 50, 51, 56, 74, 81 Webster, Jennifer 47, 99 Weidemann, Lynn 16, 36, 38, 45, 74, 113, 124, 125 Wicgand. Lisa 53. 100, 105, 113 Wildermann, Sherri 21,34. 37, 38. 40. 83. 86. 120. 124, 125 Wildy, Wayne 48, 105 Williams, Barbara 11 Wiley. Jeff 17, 74.81 Wiley, Robin 95, 99 Williams. Rodney 48, 74, 75, 82, 95 Wilson, Chris 22, 37. 45, 84. 88. 92. 108, 113,114 Winter, Cole 37, 105, 115 Woodrome, Janel 34. 35, 50, 53, 60, 62, 74 Y Yoder, Stephanie 74 133 134 135