New Prairie High School - Prairie Life Yearbook (New Carlisle, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1978 volume:

PRAIRIE LIFE 78 New Prairie High School New Carlisle, IN 46552 Volume X 1978 Remember when we were in elementary school? We probably didn't realize the sig- nificance of those days. New Prairie High School was in the process of construction when upperclassmen were in the first or sec- ond grade. It has been ten years since our school's completion and we have grown from chattering freshmen to responsible adults. The 1978 graduates mark the end of the first decade. We hope the next decade of students will be as successful. Table Of Contents Sports .....................8 Clubs......................30 Special Events.............50 Teaching 60 Underclassmen 88 Seniors ..................108 Advertising ..............132 Index.....................142 Faces of apathy, interest, and smiles . . . . . . from the students who roam the N.P. aisles 7 Ili HI SPORTS First row: Chris Countryman, Steve Wade. Second row: Marty Morrow, Tim Lewis, Rich Shail, Dave Gorny, Pete Lestinsky, Dave Swank, Dale Voltz, Tom Clark, Brian Sauers, Jeff Beck, Bob Smith, Rick Albertson. Third row: Jeff Parry, Scott Jackson, Ron Barnes, Todd Hartman, Joe Camelick, Doug Williamson, Bill Feeces, Dave Sudlow, Dave Devereaux, Craig Jones, Gary Zwerzynski, Mike Meyers, Dave Kirkham. Fourth row: Bill Blackston, Dave Arndt, Mitch Kane, Randy Curless, Gene Gadacz, Ed Resetar, Wayne Zwierzynski, Ed Kopkowski, Neil Lauver, Chris Kent, Dean Kenyon. Fifth row: Larry Pietrowski, Kevin Brooks, Keenis Davis, Jack Keldsen, Nile Rose, Scott Chlebowski, Jim Deutscher, Jack Keldsen, Nile Rose, Scott Ness, Doug Samuelson. Top row: Coaches — Tim Moffitt, Mike Jennings, Floyd Trosper. 1977-1978 Football Schedule Teams N.P. Opponent Concord 14 21 Rochester 6 26 LaPorte 12 13 Wawasee 3 12 Northwood 7 33 LaVille 3 6 John Glenn 9 0 Jimtown 14 28 North Liberty 35 21 Fairfield 31 16 Although the New Prairie football team ended it season with a 3-7 record, the pro- spects for next year are en- couraging. Not only was soph- omore Mitch Kane voted most valuable back, but the reserve and freshmen teams went un- defeated. Leading the varsity were senior co-captains Mike Gar- outte and Pete Lestinsky. An- other senior. Rich Shail was voted most improved back with Neil Lauver as most im- proved linemen. First row: Coach Jerry Colanese, Dan Short, Bret Strong, Phill Oudhuis, Bill Layman, Jim Norment, Pat Rist, Jud Tolmen, Brian Williamson. Second row: Joe Jacobs, Jack Davis, Allen Williamson, Richard Mroczkiewicz, Brett Candler, Scott Keller, Mark McQueen, John Koloj. Third row: Pat Bartoszewic, Dan Kaminski, Glen Elkins, Ray Turk, Marshall Wallace, David Turk, Ron Bougher. New Prairie Cross Country New Prairie Cross Country ended their outstanding season with a record of 12-2, second place at the Notre Dame Invitational, and the Northern State Conference Championship. The Cougars were led by captain and most valuable harrier, Doug Fraser, who holds the school record. Jay Hochstetler was voted most im- proved runner and Jim Klute received the Sportsman- ship Award. Northern State Conference Champs First row: Greg Thompson, Jay Hochstetler, Doug Fraser, Steve Jones, Eric Wolfe, Ernie Geist, Joe Carr. Second row: Dawn Garoutte, Jim Heath, Rob Zigler, Jeff Thompson, Marty Hundley, Jim Klute, Dale Beck, Rob Shail, Coach Blaine Gamble. Third row: Dan Zolman, Joe Colglazier, Brent Campos, Cyril Oake, Andy Holman, Jim Weiser, John Glon. 13 1977-1978 Volleyball Schedule Teams John Glenn 9-15, 2-15 Fairfield 15-7, 3-15, 15-13 Rogers 4-15, 15-7, 14-16 Culver 13-7, 13-11 LaPorte 2-15, 5-15 North Liberty 10-15, 12-15 LaVille 15-9, 15-6 M.C. Marquette 15-10, 8-14, 4-15 S. Central 15-6, 15-8 Westville 15-9, 7-15, 15-7 Jimtown 13-15, 15-4, 15-8 Trying to fill in the gap by six graduated players. Coach Chris Cortier steered her netters to an even 8-8 season record. The captains of the 1977 volleyball team were Shelly Stickler, Karen Ice, and Molli Kizer. Kizer and Ice were also voted most valuable players with La Donna Kulasa as most improved. N.P. Netters end 8-8 VARSITY — First row: Molli Kizer, Ladonna Kulasa, Jill Hampshire, Janice Gadacz. Second row: Coach Chris Cortier, Shelly Stickler, Karen Ice, Vicki Stickler, Vicki Kizer, Angela Baldwin. B-Team — First row: Julie Sherbun, Dorinda Meyers, Jennifer Moore, Kate Stickler, Zinnia Artist, Penny Paul. Second row: Coach Chris Cortier, Lori Vermillion, Sue Lynch, Janet Zielinski, Lisa Romig, Gina Ice. VARSITY — First row: Keith Manges, Kregg Keigley, Gene Eggert, Allen Bartmes. Second row: Dennis Rzepka, Lee Thomas, Kevin Laureys, Coach Keith Kauffman. 1977-1978 Boy's Tennis Schedule Teams N.P. OPPONENT M.C. Marquette 4 0 M.C. Rogers 1 4 Knox 5 0 Fairfield 5 0 Culver 4 1 LaLumiere 0 5 Concord 0 5 LaVille 4 1 John Glenn 4 1 Penn 1 4 North Liberty 5 0 St. Joseph 2 3 Jimtown Sectional 0 5 Plymouth 5 0 Culver Military 0 5 Although the 1977 Boys' Tennis team faced a tough year, they ended their season with an 8-7 record and was second in Conference play. With four returning veterans, the team had to build on the new members. Dennis Rzepka was captain and was also selected as the most valuable netter. Most im- proved honor was captured by Kregg Keigley. B-TEAM — First row: Brian Green, Dale Cady, Larry Stayback, Bill Wolfe, Todd Clark. Second row: Joe Szynal, Greg Tarnow, Coach Keith Kauffman. Girls' Golf play at Beechwood With only two returning veterans this year, Coach Virginia Volkman built an impressive young team to finish the year with a 4-5 record. Sue Horvath and Sara Shoff led the team in the sectional. Sara was captain with Sue as most valuable player. Mary Clayton was honored as the most improved team member. Teams N.P. Opponent M.C. Marquette 256 230 M.C. Elston 267 223 Portage 266 238 Chesterton 284 285 M.C. Marquette 276 300 M.C. Elston 278 223 LaVille 223 268 M.C. Rogers 253 256 LaPorte 268 223 16 GIRLS' TENNIS — Coach Virginia Volkman, Tammy Lenig, Janie Camilick, Janie Richie, Mary Clayton, Sue Horvath, Sara Shoff. Gymnastic plans poiled by energy crisis Captain Angela Baldwin led the relatively new insterscholastic sport of Gymnastics during a cold and dark season. Because of the Blizzard of '78 and the electrical shortage several events were cancelled as this learning season ended the year with a 0-4 record. Cancelled meets were with Oregan-Davis, John Glenn, and Michigan City Rogers. Most valuable award went to Angela Baldwin with the most improved member award going to Theresa Bolakowski. Front row: Sally Wolfe, Kim Chapman, Kym DeCroote, Angie Poag, Angela Baldwin, Theresa Bolakowski, Patti McGowan, Coach Kathy Nova. Back row: Carlin Kidder, Terry Wood, Julie Sherbun, Kerry Leslie, Jane Camalick, Lori Vermillion, Lyn DeGroote, Debbie Bode, Beth Flotow, Dawn Garoutte. GYMNASTICS SCHEDULE Opponent NP South Central 76.45 62.25 M.C. Elston 115.35 104.90 LaPorte 127.5 87.35 South Central 102.05 88.6 j to do the parallel bars takes many .practice and self-confidence. Swimming Front row: Sally Wolfe, Peggy Strong, Sherri McQueen, Jodi Cumm, Nora Harris, Terri Wood, Debbie Thompson, Debbie Bode, Cheryl MacMillian, Mrs. Kathy Nova. Second row: Vicki Freestone, Brenda Barnhart, Beth Flotow. Third row: Lynn DeGroute, Julie Kring, Wendy Simon, Virginia Lake, Lori Hastings, Carlin Kidder, Marilee Barnhart. Fourth row: Kim Chapman, Debbie Rauschenbach, Diane Kopkowski, Leanne Spaith. Coach Kathy Nova felt she had a young and talented group as three records were broken during the season. These records were in the 200 medley by Nora Harris, Marilee Barnhart, Peggy Strong, and Terri Wood. The 200 yard indi- vidual medley and the 100 yard fly records were both broken by Peg Strong. Though progressing slowly, the team should be a challenge to our opponents as the 4-6 record should show an im- provement. Co-captains were Peg Strong and Sherri McQueen. Peg Strong took most valuable honors and Most Improved went to Sherri McQueen. GIRLS SWIM SCHEDULE Opponent NP Washington 97 74 M.C. Rogers 98 74 Elkhart Memorial 99 74 M.C. Marquette 33 138 Plymouth 80 91 LaPorte 106 66 Knox 60 111 Marian 102 68 Knox 48 122 Wawasee 115 57 18 77 78 Front Row: Dave Arndt — manager, Sam Bush, Doug Fraser, Scott Goodson, Coach Mike Jennings. Second row: Doug Samuelson, Chris Kent, Lee Thomas, Roy Duetcher, Mike Myers, Bill Blackston, Andy Holman, Greg Bondor, Todd Rodgers, Tom Lynch. Third row: Barry Wagner, Ed Kopkowski, Jim Bruck, Craig Swanson, John Lynch, Mike Bromley, Dan Short, Gary Hoyt, Jeff Geitz, Brian Will, Todd Sobecki. Accomplishments for the boys' swim team during a re- building year was the breaking of records in the 100 yard fly by Doug Fraser and the 400 free relay by Craig Swanson, Sam Bush, Doug Fraser, and Scott Goodson. Meets cancelled due to the weather and the electrical shortage included North Jud- son Mishawaka, Knox, Ches- terton, and Plymouth. Co-captains for the year were Doug Fraser and Sam Bush. Most Valuable honors also went to Fraser and Bush. Most improved swimmer was Ed Kopkowski. 19 VARSITY Front row: Coach Dave Washburn, Mike Garoutte, Dennis Rzepka, Dean Kenyon, Craig Jones, Chris Countrymen — manager. Back row: John Shaffer, Gary Stevens, John Rehlander, Lenny Noens, Paul Stepenek, Tim Swift, Steve Wade — manager. 20 B-TEAM — Front row: Jim Garoutte, Dave Maxwell, Randy Curless, Greg Gilpin, Bret Candler. Back row: Gene Eggert, John Morzinski, Jack Kelson, Lenny Noens, Ken Cox, Dean Kenyon, Coach Keith Kauffman. VARSITY BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Basketball Opponent NP Fairfield 77 60 Rogers 86 72 Marion 51 70 LaPorte 71 54 John Glenn 67 75 North Liberty 72 88 South Central 69 74 Chesterton 77 79 North Judson 67 71 Marquette 69 78 Knox 67 81 Bi-County Tourney CMA 72 83 Argos 84 66 Mishawaka 66 56 Clay 65 60 Bremen 89 73 Jimtow 88 78 River Valley 68 69 Concord 93 72 LaVille 48 56 Sectional Elston 70 69 Seven seniors formed the nucleous of the varsity basketball team. Dennis Rzepka received the MVP award and shared with John Schaefer and John Rehlander the honor of Co-Captains. Finishing the season with a 11-10 record indi- cated the closeness of the games. Of the six contests with a difference of 5 or less points, New Prairie won four. The B-Team had a record of 6-11 for the year while the Freshmen team had a record of 6-12. FRESHMEN: Front row: Coach Dan Shead, Allen Williamson, Ray Reshlander, Tom Smith, Bill Wolfe, Mark Johnson, Rich Mroczkiewicz. Back row: Larry Stayback, Wally Kegebein, John Colglazier, Brett Candler, Scott Keller, Randy Nickerson, Jack Davis. Front row: Denice Moore, Vicky Stickler, Karin Blad, Becky Brown, Cindy Keck, Francine Cadacz. Second row: Coach Blaine Gamble, Debbie Cavin, Laura Peterson, Angela Pierce, Carla Sebasty, Denese Spear, Sandy Zelasko. Third row: Dora Elkins, Marilee Barnhart, Gail Woolsey, Mary Clayton, Virginia Ftolman, Lisa Noens. . . . Basketball begins with slow pace Go Cougars, get that ball. Dribbling was one of the arts the girls needed to acquire basketball skills. Difficulties in obtaining a coach for the Girls' Basketball team at the beginning of the season resulted in a slow start. However as fundamentals were acquired, the girls improved and gave a good account of themselves as Cindy Keck led individual scoring with 101 points. Highlight of the season was the 28-27 sectional win over Marquette. Denese Spear made a pair of free-throws in the final seconds to salvage the win for New Prairie. 22 Grapplers have rewarding year Front row: Eric Wolfe, Mitch Kane, Steve Jones, Ty Layman, Dave Swank, Cary Zwierzynski, Glen Elkins, Rob Fisher, Brett Strong, Ed Resetar. Second row: Joe Carr, Charlie Palmer, Larry Pietrowski, Jim Saylor, Ray Turk, Judd Tolmen, Dale Beck, Bill Layman, Coach Jerry Colanese. Third row: Mark VanShoyk, Tom Butler, Dave Loree, Dave Turk, Brian Williamson, Gene Gadacz, Coach Don Kane. Fourth row: Emil Horvath, Pat Rist, Rob Zigler, Joe Ekovich, Rob Shail, Kevin Brooks, Dale Bode, Lance Dudeck, Doug Lenig. Opponent WRESTLING NP LaPorte 40 18 Elston 34 27 LaVille 28 30 John Glenn 16 52 Plymouth 38 27 Jimtown 18 52 Fairfield 23 39 Rogers 33 28 As with most winter sports this year, the wrestling team was greatly hindered by the snow and the electrical shortage. Ending the season with an even 4-4 record, the matmen tied for Northern State Conference title with North Liberty. The team was led by Rob Fisher and Dave Swank as co-captains. Dave Swank was the Bre- men Tourney Champion for the fourth con- secutive year. Mitch Kane received the Most Valuable award with the Most Improved honors going to Charles Fisher. Front row: Zinnia Artist, Dawn Caroutte, Francine Gadacz, Nancy Johnson, Cindy Keck, Joni Colglazier, Wendy Hansen, Vicki Kizer, Mary Adnson. Second row: Sandy Zelasko, Jan Gadacz, Pam Gamble, Vicki Stickler, Angie Pierce, Carla Sebasty, Penny Hessel, Roberta Fraser, Lori Benjamin. Third row: Deb Cavin, Sally Wolfe, Paula Kronewitter, Cheryl MacMillan, Sherri Jesko, Pam Waldo, Dorinda Myers, Connie Hile, Coach Chris Cortier. Fourth row: Brenda Elkins, Jo Ellen Colborne, Leanna Earlywine, Connie Barnes, Virginia Holman, Gail Woolsey, Mary Clayton, Teri Wood. 24 This year the girl's and boy's track team both had winning seasons. The boy's team won the conference championship with the girl's runners-up against the winner Culver. On the boy's team, Most Valuable Tom Clark set a school record in the high jump. Co-captains Mike Caroutte and Doug Fraser were both in the record-setting conference mile relay with Dennis Rzepka and Mitch Kane. Doug Fraser set a conference record in the two-mile run and Dennis Rzepka set a school record in the 440 yard dash. Most Improved trackster was Cyril Oake. The Loyal T. Marker Award was received by Jay Hochstetler. On the girl's team. Co-captains were Dawn Garoutte and Nancy Johnson. The girl's ended their season with a record of 7-4. Dawn Garoutte was voted Most Valuable trackster while Roberta Fraser was Most Improved. Everyone aids in moving hurdles off the track. 1978 Girl's Track Schedule NP Culver 68 37 River Valley 56 49 South Central 42 63 No. Liberty 33 72 LaVille 22 83 John Glenn 58 47 Knox 36 69 St. Joe 35V4 66 ‘ 2 Oregon-Davis 32 Eairfield 56 W 48' 2 Jimtown 28 77 Conference Meet Culver 117 NP 96 Fairfield 77 John Glenn 42 Jimtown 29 No. Liberty 22 LaVille 20 Runners have impressive season First row: Gregg Behrens, Brian Sauers, Dennis Rzepka, Tom Clark, Doug Fraser, Mike Garoutte, Dave Swank, Jeff Beck, John R eh lander. Second row: Joe Carr, Greg Thompson, Ernie Geist, Gene Gadacz, Dale Beck, Gary Zwierzynski, Andy Holman, Rob Zigler, Jay Hochstetler, Bret Candler, Mitch Kane, Jack Davis. Third row: Head Coach Blaine Gamble, Coach Dave Washburn, Kregg Keigley, Dave Kirkham, Jeff Thompson, Jon Colglazier, Scott Ness, Ray Turk, David Turk, Cyril Oake, Bob Hestings — Manager. Boys win Northern States Conference All the practices, ex- pended energy and that extra effort provided moments of exhuberation as well as remorse. 25 1978 Girl's Tennis Schedule Opponent Knox 0 NP 7 Marquette 6 1 LaPorte 7 0 Marian 6 1 Elston 7 0 Rogers 7 0 Washington 7 0 North Liberty 1 6 Elkhart Memorial 7 0 John Glenn 2 5 LaVille 3 4 Angela's serve does it again. Girl's Tennis starts with snow shovels Starting the season with snow shovels instead of tennis rackets provided a change of pace. The record of three wins and eight losses did not indicate the actual play of the season as the netters faced some of the best teams in the area. With only two seniors on the squad this year, the returning lettermen should provide an excellent base for next year. Gina Ice was voted Most Improved player while Bonni Waldo was selected as Most Valuable and as Captain. Varsity — Front row: Jodi Gumm, Angela Baldwin, Peggy Miller, Nora Harris. Second row: Coach Kathy Nova, Jill Hampshire, Bonnie Waldo, Leeann Spaeth, Gina Ice, Denice Moore. B-Team — Front row: Darlene Moore, Kerry Leslie, Kim Chapman, Julie Kring. Second row: Coach Kathy Nova, Kathy Eggert, Sara Shoff, Janet Zielinski. Golfers face tough season The Varsity Golfers took on a tough schedule meeting some of the best teams in Northern Indi- ana. But, they pulled out a 7-10 record. Most Valuable Player went to Marty Hundley with Most Improved going to Kevin Laureys. Lee Thomas was chosen team captain. The B-Team showed much potential as they ended the season with a 2-10 record. 1978 Golf Schedule Marquette NP 190 164 Lalumiere 192 181 S.B. Washington 188 167 Oregon-Davis 180 211 Concord 199 179 Jimtown 199 197 Lalumiere 189 188 Wheeler 187 220 South Central 187 207 KNox 200 207 North Liberty 186 185 Knox 184 187 Culver 184 215 M.C. Rogers 187 167 Laville 171 152 John Glenn 181 182 Marian 179 170 Varsity: Coach Rex Thomas, Keith Manges, Lee Thomas, Kevin Laureys, Dave Earlywine, Marty Hundley. B-Team — Front row: Ed Resetar, Barry Wagner, Tim Smith, Jim Saylor, Wally Kegebein. Second row: Coach Rex Thomas, Doug Wollert, Jeff Rose, Doug Lambert, Greg Rudnick, Dave Martin, Glen Todd. 27 Baseball team develops rapidly Front row: Steve Wade — manager, Greg Tarnow, Joel Hostetler, Steve Jones, Mike Zmirski, Gary Stevens, Rich Shail, Paul Kampf, Craig Jones, Chris Countryman — manager. Second row: Mr. Dan Shead — assistant coach, Jim Garoutte, Joe Camalick, Dean Kenyon, Al Bartmess, Jeff Parry, Bill Seering, John Milliken, Greg Gilpin, Dave Maxwell, Rob Shail, Mr. Tim Moffitt — coach. Let's go for two! Returning experienced ball players and the quick development of the younger players un- der the direction of new head coach Tim Mof- fitt provided a winning combination. With a record of 18 wins, 8 losses and 1 tie, the Cougars tied as co-conference championship and after many brilliant plays in the sectional were de- feated by LaPorte for the championship. After the sectional. Rich Shail was selected as Most Valuable Player. Captains were Rich Shail and Paul Kampf with Most Improved going to Gary Stevens. Cancellation of many games and practices, due to bad weather hampered the B-Team as they finished the year with a 2-5 record. Stats can be boring. 'All right, hit some my wayl' Was it a home run? My grip produces more strike outs. 1978 VARSITY BASEBALL SCHEDULE Opponents NP LaPorte 11 2 M.C. Marquette 0 0 John Clenn 3 7 Westville 0 13 Westville 4 10 River Valley 2 7 Oregon Davis 1 6 Fairfield 1 2 Jimtown 4 1 Culver 7 12 LaVille 4 3 South Central 15 12 North Liberty 3 12 John Glenn 2 3 LaVille 7 8 Plymouth 3 2 Jimtown 3 1 LaCrosse 0 6 Fairfield 2 20 Buchanan 6 7 Buchanan 5 12 Culver 0 3 M.C. Rogers 10 3 North Liberty SECTIONAL 2 4 M.C. Elston 0 1 South Central 3 9 LaPorte 14 3 B TEAM — Front row: Phil Oudhuis, Ed Kopkowski, Chris Freestone, Jim Norment, Dan Hostetler, Bret Strong, Larry Stayback, Randy Elkins. Second row: Judd Tolmen, Mark Johnson, Bill Blackston, Al Williamson, Gene Eggert, Scott Keller, Brian William- son, Mark McQueen, Coach Dan Shead. Letter Club Seniors; Front Row; Mike Zmirski, Ty Layman, Rob Fisher, lee Thomas, Dave Swank, Joel Hostetler Second Row: Greg Behrens, Paul Kampf, Robert Smith, Ted Allen, John Gavryszak, Third Row; Gary Stevens, Kevin Laureys, John Rehlander, Steve Wade, Chris Countryman NP Below Front Row: Jim Heath, Mitch Kane, Craig Swanson, Eric Wolfe, Jeff Thompson, Gene Gadacz, Rob Zigler, Todd Hartman, Bill Feece, Ed Resetar Second Row: Dale Beck, Neil Lauver, Ernie Giest, Dave Marroell, Joe Camalick, Doug Williamson, Dave Deveraux, Ed Kopkowski Third Row: Jay Hochstetler, Andy Holman, Bill Blackston, Dean Kenyon, Larry Pietrowski, Craig Jones, Tom Lynch, Greg Thompson Fourth Row: Keith Manges, Gary Zwierzyski, Ron Barnes, Chris Kent, Jeff Parry, Scott Ness, Cyrill Oake, Jack Miller Fifth Row: Dave Olson, Gene Eggert, Mike Myers, Joe Szynal, Bob Sechrest, Greg Tarnow Front Row: lanice Gadacz, Sandy Zelasko, Nora Harris, Janie Camalick, Jody Gumm, Francine Gadacz, Darlene Moore, Zinnia Artist, Diane Kopkowski, Ladonna Kulasa, Kathy McPherson. Second Row: Mary Adnson, Angela Baldwin, Tammy Lenig, Sally Wolfe, Mary Clayton, Jill Hampshire, Pam Gamble, Denice Moore, Pat Burns, , . „ „ . „ Third Row: Dawn Garoutte, Gail Woolsey, LeeAnn Spaeth, Debbie Buck, Vicki Kizer, Sara Schoff, Vicki Freestone, Karen Huenecke, Wendy Hansen. , , . .... , , Fourth row: Sue Horvath, Vicki Stickler, Wendy Simon, Kathy Eggert, Becky Brown, Jom Colglazier, Cindy Keck, Bonn. Waldo, Chris Miller. Peggy Strong, treasurer; Karen Ice, secretary; Mr. Harry Tolmen, sponsor; Shelley Stickler, president; Nancy Johnson, vice- president; Doug Fraser, vice-president; Richard Shail, secretary; Tom Clark, treasurer; Steve Jones, sergant of arms. Letter Club, sponsored by Mr. Harry Tolmen and Chris Cortier, worked diligently with their annual projects of selling tickets for their cake raffle. The money earned by members contributes to our athletic department and touches each ath- lete personally as the funds are used for patches, chevrons, and emblems for our sweathers and jackets. Mr. Tolmen feels the effects of the club are more far reaching in that it provides the opportu- nity for members of all sports to get to know and ■ respect each other. Through the participation of H each athlete everyone benefits by becoming f stronger physically and mentally. 33 Creating an enthusiasm for scholar- ship, to stimulate a desire to render ser- vice, to promise worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of char- acter in students at New Prairie High School is the purpose of the National Honor Society. Sponsored by Mrs. Wynelle Hughes, the eighty members, thirty-three juniors and forty-seven seniors, planned many activities. Starting with the installation and reception of new members, to the trip to Chicago for culture and enter- tainment, ending with the Throw-a- thon in April and ushering for gradu- ation. Officers: Ceila Jones, Secretary; Terry Coffman, Treasurer; Mrs. Wynelle Hughes, Sponsor; Rob Fish- er, President; Tina Calloway, Vice-President. National Honor Society Seniors: Front row: Mary Adnson, Peggy Strong, Marty Hundley, Doug Fraser, Jan Bunton, Kyle Leslie, Karen Ice. Second row; Kendi Cady, Gaynel Runnels, Karin Blad, Judy Wideman, Deb Buck, Debbie Jones, Sherri McQueen, Nancy Litza. Third row: Jim Heise, Kevin Feltz, Lee Thomas, Becky Brown, Paul Kampf, Doug Lenig, Eugene Turczynski, Bob Smith, Steve Wade, Tom Clark, Dave Thompson, Dennis Rzepka. Juniors: Front row: Rachel Harvey, Tammy Wilson, Carrie Nowak, Gregg Zigler, Craig Swanson, Bonnie Rice, Lisa Jones, Zinnia Artist. Second row: Ann Moryl, Julie Johns, Eric Wolfe, Sara Shoff, Brenda Barnhart, Angela Baldwin, Pam Blint, Peg Miller, Wendy Hanson. Third row: Cindy Hartman, Vicki Kizer, David Olson, Kathy Eggert, Craig Jones, Todd Sobecki, Wendy Simon, Ellen Clark, Fourth row: Mike Rist, Jerry Hans, Doug Williamson, Paul Stepanek, Jeff Parry, David Earlywine, Bob Vantine. Officers: Brian Keck, Vice-President; Donna Zwierzynski, Secretary; Terry Coffman, Treasurer; Mike Rist, Reporter; Dave Thompson, President; Mr. Don Thomas, Advisor; not pictured, Mic jasinski. Sentinel. Future Farmers of America As American agriculture advances, so does New Prairie's chapter of the Future Farmers of America. Since the time the club was started, in 1967, the membership has steadily increased. This year the F.F.A. sponsor, Don Thomas, has led 68 active members in many activities. These activities include traveling to judging contests, attending both state and national conventions, and showing livestock in various shows around the country. The purpose of the Future Farmers of America is to develop leadership, cooperation, and citizenship; each member is to display these traits. Front Row. )oe Carr, Charles Palmer, George Bladecki, Bill Dudeck, Emil Horvath, Scott Fredenburg, Craig Miller, Dale Waak, Danny Walker, David Hansen, Mark Robinson. Second Row: Annette Page, Laurie Coffman, Tammy Lenig, Ivan Truyaert, Mike Bromley, Shari Gierke, Don Stoner, Steve Woodrick, Matt Feikes, Peggy Truyeart. , _ _ „ . T. Third Row: Judy Stearns, Keenis Davis, Scott Goodson, David Salisbury, Doug Lenig, Jon Houseknecht, Roy Deutscher Tim Shott, Lorrie Glassburn. Fourth Row: Staci VanSchoiack, Todd Rodgers, Ray Turk, Greg Bondor, Paul VanWanzeele, David Jackson, Steve Morzinski, Rob Fisher, Rich Mroczkiewicz, David Devereaux, Stan Kulwicki, Mike Rudecki, Jim Deutscher, Mark Morzinski, John Morzinski, Don Livinghouse, Mike Briskey, David Hahn. Student Council Left t° (tight: Mr. Robert Noel sponsor; Brett Candler, lenny Moore, Kevin Laureys, Kathy Taylor, Ron Barnes, Debbie Yeater, Bill Blackston, Sandy Rayes. Y AVA has a good time Front row: Teresa Tarnow, Rachel Harvey, Mrs. Gloria Guptill, sponsor; Bonnie Terry Rice. Back row: Cindy Vollmer, Nancy Bozenski. Rice, COUGAR CADETTE COLOR GUARD: Jeannine Washluske, Carol Schroder, Lyn DeGroote, Wendy MacMillan, Debbie Miller, Kim Szczdrowski. Color Guard performs AVA Behind the library is a room which many students do not see. Yet, members of the Audio Visual Aids Club spend many hours learning how to operate audio-visual equipment and assisting in the audio visual phase of education. The AVA Club also has a good time while working. The members raise money by goodie sales and concessions in order to have funds to attend the AV Convention. Officers for this year were Cindy Vollmer, president; Teri Rice, vice- president; Bonnie Rice, secretary; Teresa Tarnow, treasurer, Mrs. Gloria Guptill is the club's sponsor. at home events COUGAR CADETTES Please stand for the National Anthem blaring over the public address system means the Color Guard of the Cougar Cadettes, a precision girl's drill team are on line and ready for the presentation of the Colors at another home basketball game. The Color Guard is an intergal part of the Cougar Cadettes, who are under the direction of Mr. Blaine Gamble. The Cadettes march and perform selected routines at numerous area functions including Memorial Day and Fourth of July Parades. 37 Girls Service Club Decorating for the holidays was one of the functions of the Girls' Service Club. The club also serves at the Athletic Banquets and adopted a teacher for a week. The teachers received morsels to eat during his plan period. Officers were Becky Brown as president and Karin Blad as secretary- treasurer. Seated: Miss Barbara Wessel, sponsor; Judy Crouch, Sandy Hebner. Standing: Karin Blad, Cindy Vollmer, Debbie Buck, Kendi Cady, Becky Brown, Gaynel Runnels. Chess Club Snow did not stop the members of the Chess Club from enjoying one of their favorite organizational activites. The members met weekly in order to practice and improve their chess- playing abilities. Even during vacations, members were found attempting that final move which means checkmate and victory. Most of the interscholastic matches scheduled were cancelled because of the weather. Officers for the club were: Gregg Zigler, president, Dave Earlywine, vice-president, Dave Olson, secretary, and Jerry Hans, treasurer. Front row: Jerry Hans, Dave Olson, Mr. Ceraldo Gonzales — sponsor, David Earlywine, Gregg Zigler. Back row: Jeff Geitz, Jon Hoffman, Doug Wollert, Brian Green, Warren Banholzer, Steve Hagler. 38 Future Farmers of America Officers: Brian Keck, vice-president; Donna Zwierzynski, secretary; Terry Coffman, treasurer; Mike Rist, reporter; Dave Thompson, president; Mr. Don Thomas, advisor; Mic Jasinski, sentinel — not pictured. As American agriculture advances, so does New Prairie's chapter of the Future Farmers of America. Since the club originated, in 1967, the membership has steadily increased to the current membership of 68 members. Traveling to contests for judging are part of the activities of the club. Other activities include attending state and national conventions and showing livestock throughout the United States. Front Row: Joe Carr, Charles Palmer, George Bladecki, Bill Dudeck, Emil Horvath, Scott Fredenburg, Craig Miller, Dale Waak, Danny Walker, David Hansen, Mark Robinson, Sponsor Mr. Don Thomas. Second Row: Annette Page, Laurie Coffman, Tammy Lenig, Ivan Truyaert, Mike Bromley, Shari Gierke, Don Stoner, Steve Woodrick, Matt Feikes, Peggy Truyeart. Third Row: Judy Stearns, Keenis Davis, Scott Goodson, David Salisbury, Doug Lenig, Jon Houseknecht, Roy Deutscher, Tim Shott, Lorrie Glassburn. Fourth Row: Staci VanSchoiack, Todd Rodgers, Ray Turk, Greg Bondor, Paul VanWanzeele, David Jackson, Steve Morzinski, Rob Fisher, Rich Mroczkiewicz, David Devereaux, Stan Kulwicki, Mike Rudecki, Jim Deutscher, Mark Morzinski, John Morzinski, Don Livinghouse, Mike Briskey, David Hahn. 39 Prairie Life is . . . Staff Members: Lisa Mossman, Sue Horvath, Kathy Eggert, Nancy Johnson, Angela Baldwin, Jackie Jasinski. Staff Members: Ceila Jones, Darma Keen, Pam Waldo. Only 30 pages to go . Where is that picture of How many words for the copy on page 55? and many other words are spoken to complete the final pages of the 1978 annual so that proofs may be corrected and the annual eventually printed and distrib- uted to the students and patrons of New Prairie. Neither lack of energy nor the bliz- zard of 78 could prevent the produc- tions of the annual for these two items caused many hours of work to be done at home instead of the jour- nalism room. And now you know we made it — for you are reading the final product of the staff. Ann Moryl, Assistant Editor; Bonnie Waldo, Editor; Deb Buck, Business Manager. Staff Members: Karen Huenecke, Deb Hora, Dede Chapman. 40 Ninth big year for OEA Front Row: Cindy Kovas, Brenda Nickerson, Donna Ward, Mary Martinez, Kathy Houser, Connie Yocom. Second Row: Bonni Waldo, Pam Blint, Angela Baldwin, Cheryl Brown, Sandy Hebner. Third Row: Judy Wideman, Trudy Wideman, Cheryl Hastings, Marsha Kessler, Judy Crouch. Officers: Pam Waldo, Historian; Debbie Buck, Treasurer; Ruth Layman, Parliamentarian; Shelley Stickler, Vice-Presi- dent; Kendi Cady, President; Ceila Jones, Secretary. Taking a trip to Sullair and the Citizens Bank in Michigan City started out the year for the O.E.A. Regional and State contest soon fol- lowed with five members attending under the supervision of Mr. Max Haag. Participation in Office Education Association is required of all members of the Intensive Of- fice Laboratory and voluntary for other students who have a desire for office employment. Office Education Association, initiated in 1968, started helping people who were working toward business careers and is still doing the same today. Art Club Helping students develop their special cre- ative skills is what the Art Club is all about. A field trip to the Chicago Art Institute showed members the better types of art and what can be accomplished through the art form. The club held a spring art show where the students had the opportunity to display exam- ples of their own artistic work for the enjoy- ment of others. The club also entered the Scho- lastic Art Contest — with several members re- ceiving prizes. The club also provided the talent for the painting of the stage sets for the school play. Officers: Seated: Shelly Stickler, president. Standing: Peg Strong, secretary-treasurer; Andy Holman, vice-president; Mrs. Rebecca Kapsa, sponsor. Front row: Sandy Keller, Lisa Noens, Michelle Higgins, Lisa Jones, Sandy Zelasko, Karen Wilson, Second row: Pat Cites, Jennifer Creeves, Sally Wolfe, Stephanie Nies, Dianne Kopkowski. Third row: Theresa Bolakowski, Jeannine Washluske, Darlene Moore, Carol Schroder, Carol Cook, Kim Sczrodrowski. Fourth row: Lea Spaeth, Nancy Bozenski, Mitch Kane, Virginia Holman, Beth Reed. 42 Front Row: Karen Wilson, Sandy Zelasko, Jenny Bockover, Phyllis Butler, Kym DeCroote, Tonja Klute, Jane Camalick, Patty Kurzhal. Second Row: Karen McQuaig, Karol Anderson, Patty Hardy, Brenda Nickerson, Ann Moryl, Anita Baxter, Leanne Earlywine. Third Row: Pam Waldo, JoEllen Colborne, Julie Ford, Pat Cites, Francine Gadacz, Connie Barnes, Carla Sauers, Debbie Bode. Fourth Row: Kellie Thompson, Sue Lynch, Cathy Hardy, Darlene Moore, Karen Murnane, Carol Schroeder, Lori Vermillion. Fifth Row: Pam Blint, Ann Gilchrist, Lori Kuta, Cheri Everill, Tammy Gauk. Pep Club searches for spirit Officers: Kathy Eggert, treasurer; Nancy Johnson, manager; Denise Moore, secre- tary; Bonni Waldo, president; Mrs. Martha Cyrus, sponsor; Brenda Barnhart, vice president. Motivating school spirit and supporting athletic teams is the purpose of the Pep Club. Forty members participated in the different activities of the club. Such activities were the selling of the New Prairie shirts and jackets, and the annual homecoming flower. Money made from these projects was put aside to purchase items needed by the school to bene- fit the athletic department. This year, lap counters were purchased for the swim teams. 43 H ... E ... L ... L ... o. We are the Cougars ... were just a portion of the cheers rendered by the cheerleaders during practice sessions after school to stimulate spectators at the varsity sporting events. Sponsored by Mrs. Martha Cy- rus, the cheerleaders devoted many hours of practices to learning new routines and new cheers in order that these rou- tines by the cheerleaders and the yelling of the students and other spectators would let ev- eryone know, very enthusasti- cally, that WE ARE THE COU- GARS. Varsity Cheerleaders (top to bottom): Julie Johns; Barb Schroeder; Carla Nicker- son; Ann Moryl; Tina Calloway; Stephanie Nies. Cheerleaders B-Team Cheerleaders: Front: Star Ewert, Shari Tarnow, Darlene More. Back- Mary Lestinsky, Karen Wilson, Carla Sauers. ‘ ’«v voi-.'i® nigri School Freshmen Cheerleaders Below (front) JoEllen Colborne, back row: Phyllis Butler, Tonja Klute, Karen McCuaig, Connie Barnes, Leanna Earlywine. Fifth year for German Club Thirty members of the German Club worked very diligently to complete the fifth anniversary of the Club and, barring the bliz- zard and the energy crisis, will culminate all the activities of the group in a trip to Deutschland. Numerous activities, including cake sales and raffles, were all aimed at that final event of the trip to Germany where the language and culture of the country will be- come a reality. OFFICERS: Wendy Hansen, vice-president; Greg Zigler, presi- dent; Mr. Larry Strick, sponsor; Felicia Sabo, secretary; and Dave Earlywine, treasurer. Front Row: Tammy Wilson, Angie Poge, Jim McDawna, Bonnie Barnes, Steve Zolmen, David Hansen, Marilee Barnhart. Second Row: Elaine Litza, Jennine Waskluske, Connie Barnes, Roberta Fraiser, Darma Keen, Terry Wilkinson. Third Row: Mary Clayton, Lou Schreiber, Carri Nowak, Pam Blint, Jerry Hans, Doug Wollert, Penny Paul. Fourth Row: Jime Heise, Ernie Giest, Chris Kent, John Flagg, Doug Fraser. 46 Officers: Sealed: Mrs. Alicia Miller, sponsor; Glen Todd, president. Standing: Emi Ruiz Cardenas, vice-president; Gin- ger Norris, secretary; Pam Blint, treasurer. Stimulating interest in a foreign language and increasing the members knowledge of the Hip- sanic culture is the purpose of the Spanish Club. Under the direction of Miss Alicia Miller, the thirty-five members were involved in numerous fund raising activities. The funds will be used to defray expenses of a field trip to Mexico next year. But the Club was a casualty of the energy crunch and the blizzard of 78 for many of the club's scheduled events had to be cancelled or postponed. Spanish Club looks forward to Mexico Front Row: Steve Hagler, Karen Wilson, Patti Bolsega, Kerry Hall, Jenny Sacora, Anita Baxter, Beth Tuszynski, Betty Sechrist. Second Row: Avonda Reinhold, Jennifer Moore, Carol Cook, Rose Zarembka, Kerry Leslie, Kelly Thompson, Pat Cites. Third Row: Cindy Buss, Janet Zielinski, Anna Reyes, Carla Sebasty, Virginia Holman, Pam Benjamin, Karla Sauers, Jenifer Graves. Fourth Row: Kathy Kurzhal, David Kirkham, Len Noens, John Hoffman, Curt Felker. 47 French Club postpones trip to France Front row: Lori Benjamin, Jodi Cumin, Dave Arndt, Lisa Noens, Brenda Hebert, Brian Will. Second row: Sherri McQueen, W Vd ff ChnS Lusk' Ho Karcn Murnane, Ann Moryl. Third row: Denise Spear, Debbie Jones, Steve Wade, Peggy Unable to perform many of the numer- ous extra-curricular activities, including money making projects due to the cata- clysmic occurrences which abounded dur- ing this school year did not disturb the enthusiasm of the members of the French Club. A brief journey had been planned to France in order to gain knowledge about the cultural and social aspect of the lan- guage. This has been postponed untill next year. Officers: Standing: Peg Miller, vice-president; Keith Manges, sec- retary; Janet Olson, treasurer; Kyle Leslie, president. Seated: Mr. Dimitri Gloss, sponsor. Staff: Mr. Blaine Gamble, sponsor; Steve Wade, sports editor; Kendi Cady, typist; Kyle Leslie, business editor; Cindy Hartman, assistant editor; Eugene Turczynski, editor; Ellen Clark, assistant editor; Gaynel Runnels, typist. COUGAR REPORTER Reading about the latest poll taken of stu- dents at New Prairie High School means the newspaper staff has once more completed the necessary preliminaries of producing the COU- GAR REPORTER on schedule. The newspaper, published monthly, by the journalism class, provides the members with the opportunity to write, edit copy and to do paste- ups. . As a result of their combined efforts, the student body is able to enjoy an award-winning high school newspaper. Staff: Standing: Nora Harris, Chris Miller, Brenda Barnhart, Mark Czanderna, Dawn Krueger, Laurel Rendleman, Debbie Yeater, Jackie Jasinski. Seated: Becky Brown, Chris Countryman, Kym Sczcodrowski, Jodi Gumm. 49 Look what happened in 77-78 Mr. Thomas illustrates the additional outer wearing ap- parel which was worn during the colder classroom tem- peratures. We almost lost Mr. Miller! Snow entombs the cafeteria! 52 The Sunshine Express Although many activities are sched- uled throughout the year, the weath- er and snow during this year caused cancellation of most of the events, the SUNSHINE EXPRESS was one of the convocations which was held. The memories of '78 will include the record setting snowfall and the closing of the high school because of the electrical shortage. The colder temperatures of the classrooms and the mounds of snow through which buses, automobiles had to travel. S3 Looking down at all who made Brigadoon. Fantasy tale Brigadoon was this years musical presented by the students and the A-Capella Choir, directed by Mrs. Margaret Dickie. The main leads were Mary Adnson as Meg Brookie and Steve Jones playing Jeff Douglas, both provided the comedy during the musical. Julie Johns played Fiona McClaren opposite Rich Shail as Tommy Albright. Other members were Nancy Johnson as Jean McClaren, Craig Swanson as Charles Dalrymple, and Ernie Geist as Harry Beaton. Two performances were given to the public on the weekend of November 11. Both nights had a large turn out enjoying the student production. 'T-Bone takes a nap.” The tricks of time .. . Brigadoon A smile from the queen. Front row candidates: Mary Adnson, Tammy Wagoner, Kathy Taylor. Second row court and escorts: Scott Williams, Don Sudlow, Barb Schroeder, Steve Pokuta, Mitch Kane, Sally Wolfe, Jennifer Moore, Bret Candler, Mike Caroutte. Candidates await the decision. Kevin drives around the underclassmen candidates. 56 Candidales: — Front row: Regina Harvey, Kathy McPhereson, Peggy Strong, Diane Kopkowski, Bonni Waldo, Carla Sauers, Ann Moryl, Sue Sebasty, Gaynel Runnels, Debi Buck, Shelley Stickler, Mary Adnson, Felicia Sabo, Sherri Me Queen, Tina Calloway, Lori Cauffman. Escorts: — Back row: Dave Earlywine, )im Neff, Rob Fisher, Tim Swift, Dave Thompson, John Rehlander, Cary Zwierzynski, Brian Sauers, PPaul Kampf, Steve Pokuta, Rich Shail, Dennis Rzepka, Craig Jones, Dale Voltz, Doug Fraser, Bill Feece. Basketball Homecoming Queen: Carla Sauers Wish I could be queen! Juniors present 1978 Prom Court. Front row: Doug Fraser, King; Renne Ritchard, Queen. Second row: Mary Adnson, Tina Calloway, Shelley Stickler, Dede Chapman. Third row: Tim Swift, Lance Dudeck, Mike Garoutte, Kevin Laureys. Why the never ending line for punch? We have got the beatl Grand Illusions T-Bone vocalizes at the Prom. Renee gets crowned. 62 Administration directs school policy SCHOOL BOARD: Dr. James Countryman, Kenneth Sebasty, Donald Major, Gerald Tarnow, Walter Gesse Always ready to help (L to R) Cooks: Phyllis Kratz, Rosemary Mattasits, Gladys McCleland, Leah Halter, Peg Haverstock, Sandra Dobrzykowski Donna Hoffer, Alice Fisher, Margaret Kelly. Ll Mrs. Judy Adnson, Study Hall Supervisor. Mrs. Gloria Guptill, Librarian. Foreign Language: reaching for the other side of earth This is supposed to go at your own pace, not your neighbors. • Mr. Dimitri Mr. Lawrence Louis Gloss Strick Foreign Language takes a lot of hard work. Operator, May I help you? Foreign Language is an interest- ing but difficult class. The languages offered are French, Spanish and German. These classes are taught at a slow and steady pace so that the student may learn at his own rate. The clubs usually reward their hard working members with a trip to the country which speaks the language in which they have been taught. 65 English: building our vocabulary Mr. David Mathews Mr. Frank Rokosz Please tell me what I got on my term pa per! Mrs. Barbara Miss Christine Deer Cortier Listening arts as well as writing and speaking arts are needed for today's complex society. Communication through proper English useage de- mands a knowledge of grammar and a background in the past literary pro- ductions. Time in the required English classes is spent on learning the proper sen- tence structure, creative writing of term papers and themes, as well as the research and analysis of books, stories, and other written documents. You have five minutes to finish that Report!' 66 Business: the building block of learning Cindy and Marsha help in the office. I cannot wait to get my fingers on those keys. Business courses at New Prairie have been a stepping block for many students go- ing into the business world. These business courses in- troduce and prepare stu- dents for future employ- ment. Business in our school ranges from general busi- ness to the intensive office laboratory. Students take advantage of the entire pro- gram to improve themselves in their personal skills as well as obtain skills needed for employment. I forgot a whole paragraph. Mr. Cradeless watches Paul help Mary with her figures. Mr. Kenneth Mrs. Wynelle Gradeless Hughes 69 Science: Searches for the unknown What is that thing? Science is a field of brain-teasing courses such as chemistry, biology, and earth science with each having its own distinct characteris- tics. One also has to be careful not to blow up the school doing the experiments or being squirted with your neighbors squirt bottle. Stimulation of thought and the develop- ment of curiosity will provide students with the basis for future experimentation. Kelly trys his luck at fishing. 70 Mr. Kamal demonstrates an important discovery. Mirror, mirror, on the wall . Is it really dead? Mr. Jack Calhoun Mr. Michael Kamal Mr. Keith Kauffman Mr. Kauffman explains a scientific formula. I have perfect vision . .. first line F, second line ... M, R ... third line ... : c Looks like Doug is ready for swimming practice! Mr. James Woolsey Mr. Michael Jennings 71 Mathematics: A way to show your figures Mr. Michael Powers I wonder if this is right? I think I am lost! Mr. David Washburn Miss Brenda Lehr Miss Barbara Wessel Mathematics is a way of using your mental pow- er. A student uses concentration and hard work to come up with what he thinks is the right answer, sometimes never finding an answer. The use of the computers, which was new this year, saved much time on difficult problems and aided the Computer Programming class in many solutions. Two new teachers in the math depart- ment provided added unknowns to the advanced courses. If I knew math was this easy, I would have taken it along time ago! I hope this is right! Mr. Washburn gives instructions on square roots Math takes hard concentration. It must be break time! That program will not work! Come on guys, it's not that hard. Social Studies — a world that's always changing. Mr. Higgins at a loss for words! Mr. George Olson Mr. Ronald Higgins How can you read those notes? Social Studies includes many areas which have and will affect our lives subjects that touch all students are history. History is required in the Junior year and, of course, government and economics required for graduation in the Senior year which can be a problem. Mr. (Notre Dame) Gamble's door!? You would think they would get writer's cramp! On the first day of government Mr. Colborne is already lecturing. This is what I get for skipping out yesterday. And the next 20 words will be .. 75 Developing practical skills for today and tomorrow “Do you think I could ever become a good farmer? Reproduction is easy with a template. Heave HO!! Mr. Harry Mr. Dave Toleman Miller I hope you know how to put this motor back together. To understand Industrial Arts you must have a good teach- er. Developing skills and abilities enhances a per- son's opportunities to obtain employment after graduation. The Agriculture and Industrial Arts Departments provides a basis of skills for the student — whether vocational or for his hobby. Advanced classes in these curriculi provided the sharpening of basic skills as well as the prac- tical application of previously learned skills. Mr. Dan Shead Mr. Jerry Colonese Mr. Don Thomas Mr. Don Kane Many hours of tedious labor go into a fine piece of furniture. Mr. Rex Rymers 77 Home Economics: teaching the world to help themselves Did they wash their hands? Home-Ec was a big part of New Prairie this year. It is an elective class and used to be only offered to girls, but now there is hope for guys to learn the basic's. That class is called Bachlor Living, and many seniors take this class. Other classes offered is Housing, sew- ing and foods as well as interpersonal rela- tionships. John is ready to dig in. Renee learns how to boil water. 78 Pete and Mike prepare their gourmet dinner. Mrs. Ross tells about the obstacles of buying a house. Pete and Diane live happily ever after. Is this supposed to be pizza i The freshmen are hard at work. Miss Deborah Mrs. Ardeth Vice Ross Practice makes perfect. Mrs. Patricia Lynch Physical Education . . . a way of good health Mrs. Kathy Nova Mr. Floyd Trosper Where did the ball go?' I wish I could fly. Physical education is a method of keeping in shape and having a healthy body. Many activities contribute toward student health and include baseball, basketball, football, and gymnastics. And of course, students are com- petitive in their activities. Included in the curricula this year was a section on conservation and wild life — how to protect and give the wild animals shelter. Try and hit this one! What a swing!! Stretch one, . . two Art: a journey into imagination Mrs. Martha Miss Rebecca Cyrus Kapsa Art is a way of expressing your inner most feelings — taking time and patience to make a picture look exactly the way you want. As for ceramics; that is an art all by itself. You must have the ability to mold and shape clay into reality. This year the art classes ranged from Basic Art to Studio Art, teaching many students different techniques. Look what I found! I am glad we dressed up for the occasion. Front row: Theresa Bolakowski, Zinnie Artist, Julie Ann Ford, Leanna Earlywine, Ruth Layman, Patti Bolsega, Kathy Kurzhal, Cinger Norris, Regina Harvey, Carrie Nowak, Tammy Wilbon. Second row: Greg Dudeck, Amy Shock, Jamie Foulk, Linda Meyers, Pam Stockton, Dave Earlywine, Kyle Leslie, John Miller, Dewayne Dolf, Sue Smith, Marla Ellenwine, Betty Sullivan, Linda Hemminger, Karen Freebaugh. Third row: Cherie Everill, Valerie Rempt, Warren Bandholzer, Bonnie Barnes, Anna Reyes, Jill Hatten, Robin Holmquest, Carla Sebasty, Todd Clark, Renee Simmermeyer, Jill Me Queeney, Teresa Tarnow, Teri Rice, Darma Keen. Fourth row: Marilee Barnhart, Matt Porter, Denise Saunders, Sam Bush, Kevin Brooks, Jerry Hans, Gail Woolsey, Peter Bolakawski, Joe Jacobs, Carl Kimic, Doug Wallert, Ken Rosplirski, Beth Tusqynski, Brian Green, Keanis Daris, Mike Holmquest, Lori Schrieber, John Hoffman, Keith Manges. Fifth row: Larry Stayback, Roberto Reyna, Gene Eggert, Dale Lintner, Dale Cady, Regina Fukes, James Morehouse, Mr. Richard Sprague Band Officers: Patty Wilson, treasurer; Kyle Leslie, president; Scott Williams, vice president; Wendy Simon, secretary. 82 Band and choir bring students together OFFICERS: Mary Adnson, secretary; Karol Sellers, treasurer; Tina Calloway, president; Tom Clark, vice president; Mrs. Margaret Dickie, Director. Swing Choir goes to Switzerland Switzerland! Yes, Switzerland County High School, that is. A journey south found the Swing Choir giving three performances for the Switzerland County High School, Floyd Knobs High School and the Robert Long Rehabilitation Center in Indianapolis. They performed at the rehabilitation center for classmate Doug Wil- liamson. The spring found the choir with the largest audience in New Prairie's History at the Spring Concert. Proceeds of the even went to Roberta DeNeve and Doug Williamson. Mrs. Margaret Dickie, director presented a a la Carol Bur- nette appearance to award four-year members Mary Adnson and Tom Clark. Front row: Julie Johns, Greg Baxter, Steve Jones, Angela Baldwin, Second row: Lisa Jones, Gregg Zigler, Pat Burns, David Earlywine, Karol Sellers, Chris Kent, Lisa Mossman, Craig Swanson, Nancy Johnson, Rich Shail, Tina Galloway, Cyril Oake, Tammy Lenig, Ernie Geist. Third row: Todd Sobecki, Laura Bealor, Tom Clark, Nanette Markley, Scott Williams, Mark Paul, Joni Colglazier, Renee Simmermeyer, Kevin Brooks, Back row: Mary Adnson. 85 Making up the A Capella Choir are students who have shown outstanding ability in the art of singing. These people are cho- sen from the members of the concert and girl's allegro choirs. Membership in the A-Capella choir provide the nucleous for the musical cast. Officers: Director — Mrs. Majorie Dickie President — Tom Clark Vice President — Mary Adnson Secretary — Nancy Johnson Treasurer — Gregg Zigler A Capella Choir Front row: Kathy Johnson, Lisa Jones, Vickie Rudecki, Lisa Mossman, Julie Johns, Dan McGuire, Dale Beck, Kevin Brooks, John Lynch, Gregg Zigler, Angela Baldwin, Kathy Taylor, Debbie Bode, Kathy McPherson, Mrs. Dickie. Second row: Shari Tarnow, Tammy Lenig, Sally Wolfe, Donna Litner, Celia Jones, David Codman, Ted Allen, Cyril Oake, Charles Wojakowski, Glenn Todd, Todd Sobecki, Peg Rhoda, Felicia Sabo, Pat Burns, Rene Simmemyer. Third row: Tammy Gauck, Darlene Moore, Darma Keen, Carla Nickerson, Karol Sellers, Linda Meyers, Dave Lorrey, Rich Shail, Jay Hostetler, Mitch Kane, Ernie Geist, Jim Klute, Nancy Johnson, Laura Bealor, Lori Vermillion, Zinna Artist, Pam Blint. Fourth row: Teresa Tarnow, Loir Kuta, Nannette Markley, Susan Sebasty, Joni Colglazier, Gary Hemminger, Scott Ness, Mark Jones, Chris Kent, Greg Baxter, Jim Neff, Tom Clark, Dave Earlywine, Jamie Fowler, Kathy Eggert, Virginia Lake, Brenda Josweiak, Sally Wilhelm. 86 Concert Choir First row: Angie Poag, Jenny Bockover, Chri Lusk, Chris Freestone, Jeff Mitchel, Bob Bradburn, Scott Goodson, Jill Kaminski, Leanna Farlywine, Lisa Blake, Tanya Klute. Second row: Karen Fireball, Elaine Litza, Kathy Hardy, Denise Saunders, Mark McQueen, Dan Kaminski, Randy Nickerson, Bret Strong, JoEllen Colbourn, Teresa Sims, Star Ewert, Angel Gauck. Third row: Annette Page, Denise Blackstone, Shari Kurfman, Lori Beck, Pat Rist, Jack Davis, Tom Butler, Connie Barnes, Jodi Keck, Donna Shepard, Tami Bryant, Linda Olsen, Andy Holman, Dave Martin, Jim Saylor, Jon Colglazier, Linda Wickizer, Janie Foulk, Julie Sherban, Karan Jozwiak, Penny Hessel. Girls Allegro Choir Fiont row: Theresa Feece, Tina Tarnow, Sheila Harness, Kym DeGroote, Janet Kremke, Lyn DeGroote, Pam Gamble, Mrs. Margaret Dickie. Second row: Kathy Martin, Robin McAtec, Karen Clady, Kate Stickler, Becky Linn, Shari Gierke, Elloreen Blue. Third Row: Marcia Mashus, Cindy Christianson, Renee Hebert, Cindy Keck, Pam Flinchum, Pat O'Banion, Linda Heminger, Nancy Hoffman. 87 1978 Freshmen Class Offi- cers: Brian Williamson, vice- president; Jack Davis, presi- dent; Pat Rist, treasurer; Leanne Earlywine, secretary. Freshmen Trying to find the right classroom or hall- way seemed to be the main problem at the beginning of the year, but as the year pro- gressed things got better. Finding the new experience of high school life easy. Decisions, also had to be made; deciding what classes to take, which clubs to join, and what sporting activity to participate in, as we dream ahead for our graduation day. During our first year we met new faces, seen many smiles and made many friends, which we will never forget. Enthusiasm was arroused by the making of our class float and other numerous activities in which we participated. Waiting for summer vacation after the terrible winter, we spent our summer looking forward to our sophomore year where we will return greeting old friends and making new ones, remembering our exciting first year at New Prairie High School. Dale Anderson Terry Arnold Mark Babarik Warren Banholzer Marilee Barnhart Bonnie Barnes Connie Barnes Pat Bartoszewics Lori Beck Dawn Bellegante Lori Benjamin Denise Blackston Theresa Bladecki Lisa Blake Allen Burroughs Phyllis Butler Tom Butler Dale Cady Brent Campos Brett Candler )oe Carr Elizabeth Cowels Leigh Cox Dan Curl Cary Davis jack Davis Harry Depoy Mark Dobbins Todd Clark JoEllen Colborne Jon Colglazier Carol Cook Shirley Cooper Mindy Copeland Lance Corley Bill Dudeck Michele Dudeck Tom Dudeck Leanna Earlywine Colenn Elkins Dora Elkins Marla Ellenwine Theresa Feece lanie Foulk Roberta Fraser Holly Fredenburg Chris Freestone Angel Gauck Jeff Geitz Annette Harville Joni Hatten Deanna Hayes Brenda Hebert John Helm Penny Hessel David Hicks John Glon Paul Grabarek Douglas Gray George Currola Dave Hahn David Hansen Cathy Hardy Connie Hile John Hoffman Debra Hollingsworth Kim Hollingsworth Virginia Holman Robin Holmquest Julie Horner s Emil Horvath Linda Hughes Carrie Hull Kenny Huston Gina Ice Joe Jacobs Sherri Jesko Mark Johnson Karen Joswink Anthony Jurkowski Oaniel Kaminski Daryl Kaminski Jill Kaminski Todd Kaminski Bryan Keck Jody Keck Jeff Kegebein Wally Kegebein Bobbie Keller Sandy Keller Scott Keller 92 Carlin Kidder Darrel King Tonja Klute Carl Kmiec John Koloj Julie Kring Paula Kronewitter Chris Krycka Stanley Kulwicki Cherri Kuffman Patti Kurzhal Mary LaBere Doug Lambert Karen Laue Bill Layman Dan Layman Kathy Layman Elain Litza Jack Loop Christine Lusk John Lynch Wendy McMillan Mark McQueen Milan Milanorich Debbie Miller Rhonda Miller Sherri Miller Pete Miser Jeff Mitchell Adelita Montemayor Eliza Montemayor Jennifer Moore Mary Morgan Richard Morrow Ron Mossman John Mott Richard Mroczkiewicz Karen Murnane Dorinda Myers Jane Myers Randy Nickerson Lisa Noens 93 Brenda O'Banion Mark Oliver Janice Olson Phillip Oudhuis Annette Page Charles Palmer Penny Paul Veronica Pearish Angie Poag Mike Pokuta Dave Povlock John Proctor Beth Reed Scott Reed Ray Reeves Ray Rehlander Ana Reyes Berit Rishaug Pat Rist Greg Robbins Mark Robinson Carrie Schroeder Carla Sebasty Julie Sherbun Charles Shepard Daniel Short Ted Shott Jennie Sikora Katie Stickler Pam Stockton Patti Stockton Bret Strong Debbie Sulivan Rhonda Sullivan Valerie Szczodrowski (I Mark Rogers Michael Rudecki Clarence Ruggles Jesse Ruskowski Jim Saylor Lori Schreiber Amy Schrock Ray Smith Sandy Smith Tim Smith Tom Smith Denise Speoa Jim Spriggs Larry Stayback 94 Ray Turk Mark Van Shoyck Ross Vardaman Dorothy Vida Susan Vivirito John Vogt Tom Wagner Kelly Wireman Ricky Wireman Roger Wolbert Bill Wolf Terry Wood Peggy Woodruff Janet Zielkinski Danny Walker Marshall Wallace Jim Weiser Terry Wilkinson Brian Will Allen Williamson Brian Williamson Dan Zolman Steve Zollman Jim Norment An undefeated freshman football team gave the Class of 81 the perfect motif for a Homecoming float. 1978 Sophomore Class Offi- cers: Jim Garoutte, presi- dent; Ed Kopkowski, secre- tary-treasurer; Rob Shail, vice president. Sophomores After summer vacation and one year of high school we enjoyed coming back to New Prairie to see old friends and continue school activities. Our year was started with the annual magazine sales, which provides money for our prom next year. We worked hard spending many long hours trying to make the sales very successful. Later in the year we ordered our class rings, deciding which color of stone to have and which design proved difficult. Receiving them in March seemed along way off but we waited anxiously till the glorious day. Studying in our difficult and different classes we learned many new things in this year. Continuing and starting new clubs and sporting activities arised many of our goals as better individuals. As May finally seaped in we looked for- ward to summer and then back to New Prairie returning as juniors. % Bill Blackston Susan Blad George Bladecki Debbie Bode Theresa Bolakowski Patti Bolsega Greg Bonder Cheri Brown Cindy Buss Garry Cadwig Jane Camalick Debbie Cavin Kim Chapman Cindy Christenson Kym DeGroote Lyn DeGroote Jim Deutscher Teresa Diedrich Dewayne Dolph Greg Dudeck Mike Dudeck Carol Anderson Jeff Anderson David Arndt Bruce Atherton Pam Barber Anita Baxter Pam Benjamin Scott Chlebowski Karen Clady Mary Clayton Vivian Cooper Randy Curless Keenis Davis Ed Decker Gene Eggert Dave Ewert Shelley Farrington Matt Feikes Karen Firebaugh John Flagg Beth Flotow 98 Lisa Martell Dave Martin Kathy Martin Theresa Martinez Marcia Masters Dave Maxwell Robert McAter Jill Me Queeney Larry Merkousko Dan Miller Mike Miller Mike Mills Lorie Miser Marsha Molenda Darlene Moore Jim Morehouse Mark Moss John Mrozinski Scott Ness Les Newton Stuart Nickerson Ginger Norris Debbie Norton Mark Nowacki Cyril Oake Larry Pearish Bill Pegg Laura Peterson 99 Larry Pietrowski Gene Pietsch Matt Porter Tim Povlock Jerry Ratliff Avonda Reinhold Valerie Rempt Ed Resetar Sandy Reyes Chris Roda Ann Rodgers Todd Rodgers Jeff Rose Kenny Rospierski Diana Ruda Greg Rudnick Ramird Saldivar Doug Samuelson Carla Sauers Mike Schmidt Jim Seely Bill Seering Ramos Sergio Lisa Serry Rob Shail Tim Shott Renee Simmermeyer Tawni Sinka Laura Sipes Jeff Smith Randy Smith Rodney Smith Sue Smith Kelly Stacy Jim Stayback Mike Stevens Vicky Stickler Mark Suit Paul Suit Delieah Swan Frank Szilagyi Shari Tarnow Tina Tarnow Chris Thompson Greg Thompson Jeff Thompson Kellie Thompson Mike Thompson Ron Thompson Laurie Touhey Mark Tuszynski Monica Varnak Nelson Vermilder Lori Vermillion Barb Vida Joan Vivirilo Kevin Voelker Mike Volstore Dale Waak Barry Wagner Pam Waldo Jcannie Washluske Linda West Steve Woodrick Gail Woolsey Rose Zarembka Sandy Zelasko Tom Zielinski Wayne Zwierzynski Dale Williams Mike Williams Karen Wilson Jerry Winter Brenda Wireman Sally Wolfe Doug Wollert 101 1978 Junior Class Officers: Ellen Clark, secretary; Ann Moryl, treasurer; Craig Jones, president; Gregg Zigler, vice president. Juniors Taking the theme Grand Illusion from the Senior motto. The prom was our big event of our class, as we attempted to im- prove the previous year's class. The first time in New Prairie the prom was held at Jefferson Ballroom in South Bend. We met with the guidance counselors in the spring to select the courses which are necessary for graduation. The last time our class will have to be scheduled made some of us sad and some of us glad. Our class won the float contest with the theme of Star Wars. This was our busiest year at New Prairie. Our long three years of studing had us prepared for the PSAT test. We studied hard and many hours for that test. With only one year ahead of us, we look back to our Junior year as one of our best years ever at New Prairie. Now we plan for our futures and our lives ahead. 102 Ron Barnes Brenda Barnhart Allen Bartmess Kennith Bartoszewics Laura Bealor Zinnia Artist Loretta Baily Colin Baker Angela Baldwin Craig Barholzer Dale Beck Pam Blint Elloreen Blue Dale Bode Ron Bougher Nancy Bozenski Shelly Breda Jim Bruck Tami Bryant John Buss Richard Dudeck David Earlywine Kathy Eggert Brenda Elkins Cheri Everill 103 Starr Ewert Bill Feece Gina Feikes Curt Felker Scott Fischer Pam Flinchum Jim Ford Juliann Ford Jamie Fowler Scott Freden Francine Gadacz Dawn Garoutte Ann Gilchrist Bonnie Goodman Jodi Gumm Jersy Hans Wendy Hansen Joel Harber Rod Harringtin Nora Harris Carol Hayes Steve Heath Linda Heminger Charles Hendricks Robert Hesting 104 Don Livinghouse Liz Maike Sheila Marlin Mike McCarty Paula McCollum £ Ron Kleine Richard Kratz Kathy Kurzhale Lori Kuta Becky Linn Cherri McDonald Craig Miller Jack Miller John Miller Mary Miller Peg Miller John Milliken Denise Moore Cheryl Morrow Ann Moryl Lisa Mossman Tim Mrozinski Mike Myer John Nagy Brenda Nickerson 105 Stephanie Nies Len Nodens Carrie Nowak Dave Olsen Eva Olsen Brenda Resetar Bonnie Rice Teri Rice Judy Risner Mike Rist Todd Sobecki John Soos Gina Spaeth Allen Star Paul Stepanek 106 Dave Sudlow Don Sudlow Betty Sullivan Mike Sullivan Craig Swanson Kim Szcyodrowski )oe Szynal Greg Tarnow Theresa Tarnow Tara Thompson 'V Glen Todd Bob Vantine Paul Van Wanzeele Theresa Vida Jamie Waak Mark Watkins Cheryl Weaver Linda Wickizer Sally Wilhem Brenda Wilkinson Judy Worthington Roxana Wright Michalene Wrobleski Debbie Yeater Robert Youngblood ■ T Doug Williamson Kathy Wilson Tammy Wilson Eric Wolfe Julie Womack Gregg Zigler Rob Zigler Gary Zwierzynski 107 1978 Senior Class Officers: Doug Fraser, vice president; Janie Richie, secretary; Steve Wade, president; Renee Ritschard, treasurer. Seniors Ordering caps and gowns and an- nouncements, started us wondering what life would be like after high school. Playing no longer in sports, participating no longer in clubs, and being no longer in school. We filled out many scholarship forms, took numerous exams, and waited with an- ticipation to be excepted into the college of our choice. After four years of hard work, May 21, 1978 soon rolled around and we graduat- ed. Wishing we would have worked harder in school and would have been more ac- tive in clubs and sports. We tried to arise spirit as we knew spirit best. Bringing on the Senior Rowdies and trying to yell our loudest at the pep ses- sions and even in the hallways. With sorrow and joy, we walked our last steps in the halls as students. We take with us much knowledge and many memories of both good and bad times as we left New Prairie High School. no TOP ELEVEN SENIORS co-valedictorians KAREN BLAD TINA CALLOWAY salutatorian KAROL SELLERS STEVE WADE CEILA JONES ROBERTA ZOLMAN KAREN HUENECKE MARY ADNSON KENDI CADY MARTIN HUNDLEY Cindy Blanchard Janice Bunton mmmm Patti Butler Peggy Butler Becky Brown Sam Bush Keith Brown Honor Sweater recipients Sue Cain David Campos Randy Candler Lennie Carlson Lynn Chapman Pat Cites Tom Clark Tim Coan David Codman Terry Coffman Joni Colglazier Paul Connett Judy Crouch Rick Cunningham Mark Czanderna James Dudeck Tina Elkins Ed Dean Lance Dudeck rA v I Harry Dudeck Joe Ekovich Leslie Dopieralski Dean Dunning Sharon Erickson Kevin Feltz Rob Fisher Jeff Foulk Karen Huenecke Rich Humberger Marty Hundley Shari Hutton Karen Ice Kathy Johnson Judy Jonas Ceila Jones Deb Jones Rebecca Jones Steve Jones Paul Kampf Kim Kaplon Cindy Keck David Keehn Mark Kenyon Marcia Kessler Donna Kettring Molli Kizer Tom Kmiec Bryan Koloj Diane Kopkowski Cindy Kovas Dawn Krueger LaDonna Kulasa Kevin Laureys Kris Le Cendre Doug Lenig Nancy Litza Diana Lutes Kyle Leslie Donna Lynch Lisa Main Doug Major Larry Martin Nanette Markley Mary Martinez Pete Lestinsky Kerry Me Donald Kathy Me Phereson Sherri Me Queen Dan Me Quire Jim Neff Carla Nickerson Tara Nordstrom Russell Oake Mark Paul Steve Pokuta John Rehlander Laurel Rendleman Karen Renfro Hector Reyes Renee Ritschard Brenda Robinson Peggy Roda Randy Rosenbaum Gaynel Runnels Dennis Rzepka Brian Sauers Jon Schaefer Sue Sebasty Betty Sechrest Karol Sellers Scot Serry Rich Shail Jim Sims Sally Spaid Robert Smith 1 Sue Smith LeeAnn Spaeth Lori Stacy Judy Stearns Cary Stevens Shelley Stickler Don Stoner Gail Strefling Peggy Strong Vicky Sullivan Dave Swank Jim Szalay Kathy Taylor Lee Thomas Dave Thompson Peggy Truyaert Eugene Turczynski Staci VanSchoiack Mike VanWanzeele Judy Vice Dale Voltz Dewaine Waak Mike Waak Steve Wade Bonni Waldo Donna Ward Judy Wideman Trudy Wideman Joe Watnik Linda Warrington Charles Wigent Jerry Wilkinson Scott Williams Patty Wilson Chuck Wojciechowski Gail Wollert Chris Worthington Julie Zarembka Mike Zmirski Roberta Zolman Donna Zwierzynski PAT BURNS CHRIS COUNTRYMAN FRED MORYL Seniors select: Song: I've Been Searching Color: Baby blue cream Flower: Sweetheart rose Motto: If you think your life is com- plete confusion 'cause your neighbors got it made, just remember that it is a grand illusion and deep inside, we are all the same. Jim receives a scholarship at Senior Awards. Oh fun! Now we get to write out all our invitations! Graduation: A step into the future Our Co-Validictorians, Tina Calloway and Karin Blad. President Steve Wade and Vice-President Doug Fraser present the class gift. Baccalaureate and Commencement We finally made it! Are they all full? Karin leads on the class. Rev. Warren Lehr addresses the class at Baccalaureate. The choir sings at the morning services. A face may smile a face may cry a face may laugh and a face may lie A smile on a face can make your day A smile is easy to trace but do not take your smile away A cry on a face can make you hurt inside A cry cannot be rushed, as in a race just carry it along to the hurt is outside A laugh on a face can make your face want to do it too A laugh may want to hesitate but do not let that happen to you A lie on a face a sad thing to see A lie is a waste and should never be seen No matter your face no matter your goal Set your time and pace and plead with your soul. Bonni Waldo It has been a wonderful year as editor. Thanks to all the persons who have struggled with me to finish this yearbook — My parents, Mr. Max Haag, Tony, the staff, the administration faculty, and the student body. This has been an exciting and rewarding year. 131 Bonni Waldo, Editor Patrons of Class of 1978 Mr. Mrs. Ernest Martinez Mr. Mrs. Oren W. Meyers Mr. Mrs. Marion Miller Dr. Mrs. Keith Powell Mr. Mrs. Paul H. 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