Nokomis High School - Old Nokomis Yearbook (Nokomis, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1976 volume:

Nokomis High School Nokomis, Illinois Volume LIX Old Nokomis —1976 Janice Dietl — Editor Janelle Janssen — Assistant Editor Mrs. Nancy Carlock — Sponsor Visions and Dreams What is a world, a life', without visions and dreams? Our lives are made of the visions of the young and the dreams of the old. Without the visions of what could be and the dreams of what was, we could never be satisfied with what is. M$ tr Each generation comes along with new visions of a better world, and a better life. As the years go by, some visions are lost and become dreams of what once was. We young people today cry out for a better world in which to live. It is up to us to make our visions become realities which we can someday relive in our dreams. And your young men And your old men shall see visions . . . shall dream dreams . . . 2 Opening mi ii ist ral i Opening 3 THE WHITE HOIK JkJ -4. fV S i4r I .Ar.u tL „• JtK. U4«2 . n . Ii is with much pleasure that we 1976, dedicate this yearbook to of our country. ... We pay tribute to those pe SENIORS Miss Mathias--------------Sponsor Karen Johnson-------Sec. -Treas. Lucy Be ms--------------President CLASS MOTTO: God is First. My Friends are Second, and I am Third. Maureen Marley-------V. Pres. CLASS FLOWER: White Rose Mr. Craft Sponsor CLASS COLORS: Purple and White 6 Seniors DONNA RAYE ANDRUS KAY MARIE BARNSTABLE FRANK E. BEASLEY BRENT L. BECKER LUCY ANN BERNS JANE LOUISE BERTOLINO TERESA ANN ADDEN CONNIE JEAN ALEXA EARL M. ALEXANDER W A. CHERYL BOLTE WALTERS JOSEPH JAY BLACK CRISTINA BOGNI BARBARA CHRISTINIA BRUMMET PAMELA GAY BRAYE ERICS. BOLTE KATHERINE L. CARTER CRAIG LYNN CASSIDY DAVID WESLEY BUSBY dow u iM o JANICE K. DIETL NORA ELLEN CHRISMAN PETE LOUIS CESARETTI i 1 JAMES MORGAN EVANS TAMMY GAYE EPLEY PATRICK J. ECK I BRUCE ALLEN FLOWERS CRAIG ALLEN FOSTER TONY FOX 8 Seniors PERRY ALAN HOPWOOD SANDRA KAY HOUCK LANCE G. HUBBARD MICHAEL J. JACHINO STEVEN ERIN JACHINO JANELLE LYN JANSSEN BRIAN LEE JOHNSON COLLEEN MARIE JOHNSON CYNTHIA CHARLENE JOHNSON (7 (hid UHsfrtd HAROLD WAYNE JOHNSON KAREN SUE JOHNSON PENNY KAY JOHNSON EDWARD F. KEIFER JOSEPH MARK. KIRK ROSEANN KOCUR DANIEL R. KOSKI RICK KROEGER LANCE L. LEHNEN Seniors 11 KENNETH CLARK WISEMAN MARY ANNE WUNDERLICH OUR FUTURE” Going on . . . into the unknown . . . leaving behind a way of life • . . but traveling on to a future still not planned. Leaving behind many friends in search of new horizons . . . Traveling beyond today in search of tomorrow. Even as you travel on, a little bit is left behind in the halls of N.H.S. and the hearts of your friends ... All the happy memories of four years now past, remain instilled. But now it is time to move on with only memories left to love and treasure. Seniors 15 16 Seniors JUNIORS Mr. Lee------------------------Sponsor Paul Johnson-----------------President Donna Johnson-----------------V. Pres. Stephanie McElroy---------Sec.-Treas. Mrs. Hadley--------------------Sponsor CLASS MOTTO: Days of past and future, blend into where you are today.'' CLASS FLOWER: Blue tipped White Rose CLASS COLORS: Scarlet and Ivory Juniors 17 In-between ... a year for searching David Brookshire Kaihie Burdell Debbie Cache ra Rex Carroll Jan Cassidy Jo Ann Archibald Pat Busby Sue Carter Greg Bass Karen Bolte Denise C irroll Ed Mike Sue Barb Cindy Clark Clavin Coling Colonius Crowe 18 Juniors and a yearning to be a part, Regina Davito Dawn DeLuka Dennis DeWerff David Dahler Richard Daugherty Sherry Elliott Jo Lynn Dietl Perry Dunaway Denise Edgecombe Kevin DeWerff Rick Foster Bud Foster Chris Steve Susie Lola Fullerton Gonet Gonet Graucr Debbie Rickey Michelle Lester Grimes Guyot Hagemeier Hamlin Charles Grimes Paula Harbison Juniors 19 to be accepted . . . Donna Johnson Lee Heldebrandt Debbie Robin Jim Hendrick Hurst Jachino Kay Johnson Linda Johnson Paul Johnson Penny Johnson Tammy Jostes John Porter Myra Merriman Bob Miller Sandy Tammy Pease Peifer Teresa Menin Barb Nation Gail Stephanie Lesko McElroy Barb Moore Cathy Nash For the good times of CHORUS. 20 Juniors finding their own place Steve Porter Kevin Ransdell Debbie Sanders Jan Ruppert Karen Rnnrv� rr Kent Satterlee Marty Scheets Melody Schniepp Eddie Smalley Mark Spainhour Connie Stanley John Dennis Randy Randy Stivers Umberger Wattjes West Are you a customer? Chuck Johnson works on metal lathe. Juniors 21 SOPHOMORES Mr. Seelbach---------Sponsor Greg O’Malley-------V. Pres. Carol Merriman -Sec.-Treas. Greg Archibald-----President CLASS MOTTO: The key to the future is in our hands.'' CLASS FLOWER: Carnation CLASS COLORS: Orange and White 22 Sophomores Being a sophomore means Nola Brummet Kim Cean- • Cindy Diana R� rV Cachera Colby Braye Mark Carlock Greg Braye Roger Cassidy Donna Cox Allen Cravens Kern Croon Dennis Darlene Cutrighi Daugheriy Nancy Lisa Randy Barry Rhonda DeWerff Edgecombe Eller Epley Fesser Sophomores 23 being in the middle of things Joe Jean Gasparich Griffin Lisa Foster Teresa Foster Chris Friesland Kevin Hall Cun Hagemeier Tammy Hagemeier Debbie Havera Dennis Hand Greg O'Malley hard at work in shop. Frank Alexa's BOARD in shop. Debbie Joan Kevin Kurt Bob 24 Sophomores Johnson Johnson Johnson Johnson Johnson not entirely inexperienced; I think I’ve got an idea! Another day in the quiet library. Mike Kyia Robbie John Karl Jonas Kates Keating Kiefer Bryan Terry GerTy John Kimbro King Marley Marley Kim Marley Danny Rhonda Kathy Carol Larry Matthews McDonald Meiners Merrimaii Millburg Jim Jeff Penny Joe Mike Miller Miller Meisler Oiler Olman Sophomores 25 hut not quite ready to face the world Robin Porter Don Redeker Debby Rhodes Ruth Rhodes Randy Richardson Clarissa Grant Mark Richard Wheeling Wise Wiseman Wright Pam Voils Bridget Zorn It doesn't take muscles to sell popcorn. 26 Sophomores FRESHMEN Joe Neisler-----------President CLASS MOTTO You can do it if you try. Shelli Kates--------Sec.-Treas. CLASS FLOWER: Richard Jachino--------V. Pres. White Rose Mr. McCracken-----------Sponsor CLASS COLORS: Blue and White Freshmen 27 28 Freshmen Being a freshman has meant making new friends Lorraine Glenn Rick Leo Deeann Alexander Adden Arkebauer Beasley Becker Mark Denise Kevin Bertolino Bowers Bowers Tammy Jim Bowers Brookshire Betty Jacque Linda Chesnev Clark Clark Brent Dudley Clavin Cook Danita Tina Ronnie Charles Daykin Flowers Frazier Friesland Laura Funk renewing old friendships, Rhonda Lynn Alan Jackie Jim Halleman Hamlin Hard Han Havera Kathy Heck Sue Heldebrandt Richard lachino Rusty Hill Mark HoDwood Marilyn Paula Janssen Janssen Duke Johnson Howard Johnson And you thought science class couldn't be fun! Lisa Johnson Patty Johnson Brenda Jostes Freshmen 29 30 Freshmen creating first impressions, Marc Kouwitz Kathy Lehman Gail Keller Kelli Leigh Jean Kottwitz June Kouwitz Butch Leigh Laura Lewis Sharon Lewiski Carl Marley Monica Marley Darla McDonald Veronica McElroy Kathy Merriman Mark Merriman Steve Merriman Peter Millburg Susan Miller Debbie Bridgit Joel Michelle Clem Pieper Rompasky Ruppert Sanders Scribner and sharing new ideas and experiences. Taking a closer look at life. If all else fails, read the directions. Kathy Seifert Dale Jeanna Siebert Smith Rodney Sowarsh Wes Spears Jim Ann Larry Stanley Stewart Stolte Chris Candy Debbie Umberger Weller West Drew Strazar Julia Swaney Doug Chris Westphal Wunderlich Freshmen 31 Cjust ii A • au u. £ z.aa, Ht l o ‘ Noui e er a oV We Njea v jec3i. X V aoe_ -Vo Go Voaetc Wa«o acri---- g_«_ Vo a be vV - i- loo p«vV j js $r c X e.e. ria'vi Vvapjp'y ,Vv o ' mev bVa c e j a of py X u v 'Yxtv.e . 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With the faculty's help, he has made this school year another worthwhile and valuable experience for the students. Mr. Janes has done a good job and thus has earned the respect of the students and faculty alike. EULA JEAN CESARETTI, High School Secretary Victor McCracken in his role as Guidance Counselor is a friend to students. He helps them with scheduling, and Juniors with preparing for the ACT test. His office is always open if students need a place to go. Administration lends a MR. LARRY JANES, Principal MR. VICTOR McCRACKEN, Guidance Counselor. 34 Faculty helping hand to students MR. CHARLES WOOD, Unit Superintendent In his fourth year as Superintendent of Nokomis Community Unit District 22, Mr. Wood has handled the financial difficulties and problems of the school very well. Through his determination and integrity, the district continues to be run in a very good fashion. The people of the community appreciate Mr. Wood and hope he will continue to serve us as he has in the past. LA VENA REESE and PAULINE BERNS, Unit Secretaries Board Members - SEATED: Mr. Bliss Parker, Mr. James Bertolino, Mr. James Funk. STANDING: Mr. Dennis Matthews, Mr. Eugene Johnson, Mr. Wilmer Johnson, Mr. Fred Fesser. Faculty 35 Fm glad Fm a teacher MR. JIM EISENBARTH . . when a former student informs his parents that his high school History class was an asset in helping him do well on a college history exam. ’' Social Sciences MR. STEVE LEE . . . on Fridays and vacations. Biology, Wrestling and Football Line Coach MRS. MILDRED WUNDERLICH . . . when a student exclaims, I get it,” and turns to a classmate saying, Let me show you how it works.' ’ Mathematics MR. ROGER CRAFT . . . when summer vacation rolls around. Art, Athletic Director MRS. LILLIAN TAYLOR . . . when students appreciate learning and show that they wish to achieve knowledge and skills. Business MR. JOE DA VITO , . . when I see what our students can accomplish through concentration, dedication, and cooperation.'' Band 36 Faculty My goal as a teacher is . . . MRS. PAT HADLEY , . .to develop good recreational attitudes and abilities.” P.E., Cheerleader Sponsor, Volleyball and Track Coach MR. DAVID DECHENNE . .to aid students in developing an open mind and a critical approach to issues and controversies . ’' Social Sciences MR. DUANE DOUGLAS ”. . .to help others find the joy of 'knowing how it works'. Physical Sciences MR. RAYMON YOUNG ”. . . to constantly improve myself towards benefiting my students and to positively influence as many young Americans as possible and guide them towards a happy, bright, and successful future. English MR. CARL FIELDBINDER . . . to teach my students to drive safely and to help reduce the number of deaths and injuries on the highways. ’' Driver Education, Basketball Coach MISS CHARLENE SANDERS . . .to help as many students as possible to have a better life in some way. Remedial Reading Faculty 37 MRS. BEVERLY SIMONS My job gets frustrating when I take 50 minutes to explain a problem and a student raises his hand and says he does not understand, when he didn't bother to read his assignment for the day.'' Business MRS. RITA WESTENBERGER I think students are changing when they realize that knowledge is the key to success. ” English MISS CATHERINE MATHIAS I like teaching because it keeps me alert and involved with today’s youth. Home Economics MRS. JANICE SCHNEIDER Some people study all of their life and at their death they have learned everything except to think. (Dom-erque) English, Spanish Teachers speak MRS. MAXINE TOSETTI I like teaching because I enjoy working with young people.'' Chorus MR. RICHARD SEELBACH I'm glad I'm a teacher when the students are really enthusiastic about something they have learned.'' Math, Geography 38 Faculty their minds. MRS. ROSE BOGLE I'm glad I'm a teacher when a student who has made his mark in the world comes back to thank you for your contribution to his success.” Library MR. LARRY HALLEMAN After the school day is over, I like to go home and forget it. Agriculture, Consumer Education MRS. NANCY CARLOCK You know you're a teacher when classroom apathy changes into interest and awareness. Journalism, Business MR. ROBERT BROWN My goal as a teacher is to prepare students for life after graduation. Industrial Arts MR. BILL VANGEL My job gets frustrating when our team is on defense.'' Football Coach, P.E. MR. MAURICE MEYER I became a teacher because I really enjoy working with students. Agriculture, Consumer Education Foculty 39 The Vandalia Area Vocational Center provides a place for students to learn practical skills and trades. The students who attend the center learn trades that will help them get jobs after graduation in such fields as auto body, auto mechanics, metal working, machine shop, building trades, and health care fields. The faculty is specially trained and equipped to fulfill all the needs of the students in this rapidly growing and expanding school. A day at the center begins with a bus ride to Vandalia at the end of third hour. Denny Umberger and Bill Bass learn the art of auto body repair in a fully equipped shop. Vocational training, a new Instructors are always around to help students when they need it. 40 OKAW concept in education Hard work is necessary for Joe Black to get his work completed. John Mindrup is also enrolled in auto mechanics. Debbie Miller, Martha Miller, and Debbie Grimes make use of a skeleton to learn practical nursing skills. The students also learn fundamental health care practices such as taking blood pressures. The day ends much as it began with a bus ride home and a game of cards. OKAW 41 Keeping the school Mr. Janes’ Office Workers - ROW 1: Sheryl Blankenship, Sue Heldebrandt, Tammy Jostes, Shirley Myers, Robin Porter, Dawn DeLuka, Jan Cassidy. ROW 2: Teresa Menin, Connie Alexa, Denise Edgecombe, Pam Braye, Michelle Hagemeier, Kim Cearlock, Karen Bolte, LeAnne Seifert. ROW 3: Lola Grauer, Teresa Adden, Janelle Janssen, Tracy Friesland, Kay Barnstable, Gail Lesko, Tammy Peifer, Gail Keller, Colleen Johnson. Library Workers - ROW 1: Phyllis Saatkamp, Monica Marley, Linda Clark, Chris Wunderlich. ROW 2: Bill Steele, Mary Wunderlich, Susan Ruppert, Barb Brummet, Debbie Porter, Cathy Nash. 42 Faculty Cooks - Shirley Pavolko, Catherine Lewis, Jackie Finley. running smoothly. Mr. McCracken’s Office Workers - Jan Ruppert, JoAnn Archibald, Karen Johnson, Barb Colonius. Maintenance Personnel - Fred Kettelkamp. Janitors - Betty Smalley, Dale Seagle, Pete Grauer. Faculty 43 ORGANIZATIONS Given a chance to expand interests and pleasures, individuals were able to join various clubs to further their hobbies, skills, and social development. Helping to better the individuals, school, and community, clubs provided worthwhile activities. The nine different clubs offered at NHS invited students to explore special interests. Organizations 45 Annual Staff Captures Pictures ROW 1: Pam Braye, Colleen Johnson, Marty Millburg, Tami Heck, Kay Barnstable. ROW 2: Tom Schnarre, Pat Spears, Lucy Berns, Karen Johnson, Tammy Epley, Jeff Pellegrini. ROW 3: Maureen Marley, Sandy Houck, Janelle Janssen, Mrs. Nancy Carlock, Sponsor; Cathy Merriman, Janice Dietl, Jane Bertolino. ROW 4: Debbie Porter, Larry Lehnen, Larry Oltmann. V Lucy Berns, Copy Editor; Sandy Houck, Layout Edi- Janelle Janssen, Assistant Editor; Janice Dietl, Editor; Karen Johnson, Financial Manager; Mrs. Nancy tor; Mrs. Nancy Carlock, Sponsor. Carlock, Sponsor. 46 Organizations of days gone by LEFT TO RIGHT: Janelle Janssen, Faculty; Jane Ber-tolino, Sports; Debbie Porter, Organizations; Maureen Marley, Activities; Kay Barnstable, Classes Photographers - Jeff Pellegrini, Janelle Janssen, and Larry Oltmann. Every year a group of individuals are selected to create, organize, and reflect the feelings of the student body and faculty of this school through the yearbook. Once again, the annual staff is working hard to finance the 1976 yearbook with such money-making projects as a football raffle, cake raffle, selling notepads, and a faculty basketball game. Under the leadership of Mrs. Nancy Carlock and Janice Dietl, the staff is learning a great deal. Again this year, they are having sixteen pages of color and are dedicating their book to the Bicentennial as a special salute. Hey honey, want to buy a chance! O.K. Mrs. Carlock, I'll get off the desk in a min- Organizations 47 Representatives for the Students Three students are chosen each year to represent their class on the Student Council. This year with the money they made from the soda machines, they organized and sponsored the Homecoming and Valentine dances, and have tried to unite the student body with assemblies. They are led by Jeff Pellegrini, Cindy Johnson, JoAnn Archibald, and Mr. David DeChenne as Sponsor. LEFT TO RIGHT: Jeff Pellegrini, President; Cindy Johnson, Vice President; JoAnn Archibald, Secretary-Treasurer; and Mr. David DeChenne, Sponsor. ROW 1: Sue Heldebrandt, Freshman; Brenda Jostes, Freshman; Tammy Epley, Senior; John Stivers, Junior; Jim Jachino, Junior. ROW 2: Darlene Daugherty, Sophomore; Kathy Meiners, Sophomore; JoAnn Archibald, Junior; Jeff Pellegrini, Senior; Cindy Johnson, Senior; Rhonda Fesser, Sophomore; and Mr. David DeChenne. NOT PICTURED: Wes Spears, Freshman. 48 Organizations N” Club: Gals and Guys Unite ROW 1: Colby Bra ye, David Adden, Mike Oltmann, Jan Ruppert, Joan Saatkamp, Pat Spears, Jane Benolino, Melody Schniepp. ROW 2: Karen Johnson, Tammy Epley, Colleen Johnson, Susie Ruppert, Lola Grauer, JoAnn Archibald, Linda Johnson, Rhonda Fesser, Kathy Meiners. ROW 3: Dennis DeWerff, Perry Hess, Greg O’Malley, Steve Gonet, Jeff Pellegrini, Craig Cassidy, Bill Schweizer, Janelle Janssen. ROW 4: Bryan Kimbro, Kurt Johnson, Mike Clavin, Jim Jachino, Lee Heldebrandt, Grant Wise, Greg Archibald, Kevin Hall, David Brookshire, Perry Hopwood. ROW 5: Steve Jachino, Earl Alexander, Mark Kirk, Bud Foster, Tony Fox, Rusty Skinner, Jim Evans, David Pavolko, Mike Stombaugh, Mr. Roger Craft, Sponsor. NOT PICTURED: Mrs. Pat Hadley, Sponsor, Kathy Ovca, Penny Pavolka, and Chris Wunderlich. LEFT TO RIGHT: Tammy Epley, Vice Pres.; Tony Fox, Treas.; Steve Gonet, Pres.; and Jane Bertolino, Secretary. This year for the first time the N”Club consists of both gals and guys. The club is to help organize and support the athletic teams at NHS. The officers have been working on a new revised athletic code that will be fair to all. As always, the N” Club members are those who have earned a varsity letter in tennis, cross country, football, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, track, or baseball. Some of the things they have done are selling tickets for various athletic events, lining the football field, helping out at the freshman-sophomore basketball tournament and helping set up for games. Their sponsors are Mrs. Pat Hadley and Mr. Roger Craft. Organizations 49 FHA reaches out to others ROW 1: Tammy Bowers, Nola Brummet, Denise Bowers, Veronica McElroy. ROW 2: Linda Hoehn, Penny Neis-ler, Kathy Merriman, Roseann Kocur. ROW 3: Cathy Nash, Brenda Carroll, Gail Lesko, Joni Tester. ROW 4: Barb Nation, Cheryl Hoehn, Janice Dietl, Susie Gonet. ROW 5: Miss Catherine Mathias, Sponsor, Barb Colo-nius, Denise Edgecombe, Dawn Deluka, Lisa Edgecombe, Debra Carter. The FHA of Nokomis High School has worked during the year in reaching out to others. Many of the members participated in the Walk-A-Thon to support the March of Dimes. The FHA has also hosted a cookout and weiner roast for new and prospective members, and sponsored the annual fall Rally here at the high school. The year ended with a spring trip to St. Louis. Under the leadership of Miss Catherine Mathias, the FHA has done a fine job. ROW 1: Susie Gonet, Pres., Lisa Edgecombe -Points, Denise Edgecombe - Treas., Janice Dietl -Section 5-A Recreational Chairman. ROW 2: Cathy Nash - Public Relations, Gail Lesko - Vice-Pres., Barb Colonius - Secretary, Dawn Deluka - Recreation. 50 Organizations FFA begins a great year ROW 1: Craig Cassidy, Roger Estes, Kent Satterlee, Joe Black, Mike Pardi, Richard Wright, Frank Beasley, Curt Hagemeier, Kevin DeWerff. ROW 2: Dennis DeWerff, Perry Hess, Rob Kates, Randy Wattjes, Robert Jones, Lee Heldebrandt, Larry Millburg, Larry Oltmann, Bill Schweizer, Randy Richardson. ROW 3: Jim Miller, Larry Gleespen, Joe Neisler, John Porter, Kevin Johnson, Gerry Marley, Jim Brookshire, Bob Miller, Mike Oltmann, Kent Croon, Mark Bertolino. ROW 4: Mr. Maurice Meyer, Advisor, John Blair, David Brookshire, John Keating, Don Redeker, Dennis Hand, Mike Clavin, Greg Archibald, Karl Kiefer, Ed Kiefer, Mr. Larry Halleman, Advisor. LEFT TO RIGHT: Ed Kiefer, President: Kevin DeWerff, Reporter: Mike Clavin, Secretary: Larry Oltmann, Vice President: Craig Cassidy, Sentinel. STANDING: Dennis DeWerff, Treasurer. This year the FFA has completed many projects and received many honors. Some of their projects this year were the popcorn stand at all home football and basketball games and the annual magazine sale. Each year the FFA travels to many contests and shows. This year, as other years, the FFA has received many awards at these contests such as the State Farmer and Star State Farmer awards. With the leadership of Mr. Larry Halleman, and Mr. Maurice Meyer, the FFA has worked hard for a great year. Organizations 51 Members Farm Bureau Farm Management -John Porter. work hard for high honors Meat Judging Team, 9th - Randy Wattjes, Lee Heldebrandt, Dennis DeWerff. Soil Judging Team, 5th - ROW 1: Lee Heldebrandt, David Brookshire. ROW 2; Kent Satterlee, John Porter. Parliamentary Procedure Team, 8th - ROW 1: Danny Matthews, Robert Kates. ROW 2: Leo Beasley, Kent Croon. ROW 1: Joe Neisler, Star Green-hand; Joe Black, District Ag Placement; John Porter, Farm Bureau Farm Management, Section Safety. ROW 2: Kevin DeWerff, Section Ag Mechanics; Craig Cassidy, DeKalb, Section Fish and Wildlife, Star State Farmer Section 19; Ed Kiefer, Section Crop Specialty, State Farmer, Outstanding Service; Mike Clavin, Section Dairy; Dennis DeWerff, Section Electrification; Danny Matthews, Star Chapter Farmer. 52 Organizations FFA members in action Members learn to judge cattle. Mr. Halleman keeps the show running smoothly. Jim Brookshire receives his Speaker Boyd Schaufelberger makes his points clear, award. Organizations 53 Members and guests enjoying the program after the meal. Band adds sparkle to school activities This year Band has been one of the hardest working organizations in the school. They practiced all summer, marched in parades, and played for all home football and basketball games. They also played a big role in the Christmas concert. Variety Show, and Graduation. Under the direction of Mr. Joe Davito, the Band has worked very hard and accomplished many things. Go blow your horn! SITTING: Melody Schniepp, Secretary; Bill Steele, Soph. Representative. STANDING: Lucy Bems, President; David Pavolko, Vice President; Kathy Ovca, Fresh. Representative. ROW 1: Lucy Bems, Majorette; Mr. Joe Davito, Director. ROW 2: Jacque Clark, Regina Davito, Lisa Foster. ROW 3: Brenda Jostes, June Kottwitz, Bill Steele. Laura Funk, Melody Schniepp. ROW 4: Kathy Ovca, Lisa Edgecombe, Rusty Hill, Nora Chrisman, Jean Kottwitz, Mary Wunderlich. ROW 5: Rick Foster, Kathy Lehman, Penny Pavolka, Lorraine Alexander, Diana Cachera. ROW 6: Larry Lehnen, Jane Bertolino, David Pavolko, Tom Schnarre, Lance Lehnen, Pam Voils. 54 Organizations Chorus ends year at Busch Stadium ROW 1: Brenda Carroll, Jacque Clark, Bridgit Rompasky, Monica Marley, Melody Schniepp, Clarissa Wheeling, Laura Funk, Connie Alexa, Ruth Rhodes. ROW 2: Donna Johnson, Karen Ruppert, Pam Pavolka, Kyra Jostes, Kathy Dahler, Kim Cearlock, June Kottwitz, Ann Stewart, Carol Merriman, Rhonda Fesser. ROW 3: Jean Kottwitz, Teresa Foster, Tammy Hagemeier, Mrs. Maxine Tosetti, Director; Mark Hopwood, Chris Friesland, Cathy Merriman, Cindy Burk. ROW 4: Colleen Johnson, Julie Bertolino, Lisa Edgecombe, Julie Swaney, Larry Lehnen, Sharon Lewiski, Candy Weller, Debbie Johnson, Darla McDonald. ROW 5: Cindy Johnson, Teresa Adden, Jan Ruppert, Maureen Marley, John Blair, Rusty Skinner, Lucy Bems, Kim Marley, Kay Johnson, Donna Cox. ROW 6: Stephanie McElroy, Debbie Cachera,-Diane Janssen, Tammy Epley, Myra Merriman, Tom Schnarre, Debbie Porter, Jane Bertolino, Susie Ruppert, Karen Johnson, Sandy Houck. This is one of the best years for the Chorus at NHS. As years before, they are going on Tour in the fall to Maroa, Forsythe, and Blue Mound. Together with the Band, they perform at the annual Christmas Concert. Then on to Festival at Pana, which proved to be the best and most interesting Festival ever held. The Chorus planned and prepared for a very successful Variety Show, Baccalaureate and Graduation ceremonies. The last and greatest highlight for the Chorus is the honor they have of singing the Star Spangled Banner at Nokomis Day in Busch Stadium. Accompanists are Lucy Bems, Debbie Cachera, Jane Bertolino, and Bill Steele. BOTTOM TO TOP: Cindy Johnson, Pres.; Tammy Epley, Sec.-Treas.; Myra Merriman, V. Pres. Organizations 55 Chorus and Band work for a successful year Chorus singing in Blue Mound while on tour. Mr. Joe Davito and Band practicing hard. Chorus doing their hobo routine. Chorus doing their thing in the Variety Show. 56 Organizations Songsters sing for the community The Songsters, consisting of two basses, two tenors, four altos, and four sopranos had a very successful year. Besides singing on tour they sang for such organizations as Rotary, Masons, Shriners, and Home Extension. Some of their songs are: Family of Man, Eres Tu with Sandy Houck as soloist, Aquarius, Sunny, and Touch Me In The Morning. They also sang in the Variety Show and did a fine job. Their accompanists are Lucy Bems, Jane Bertolino, and Bill Steele. They have given Nokomis a group which is well known and respected musically as well as personally. KNEELING: Bill Steele, Rusty Skinner, Larry Lehnen, Tom Schnarre, Mark Hopwood. STANDING: Jacque Clark, Kim Cearlock, Chris Friesland, Jane Bertolino, Lucy Berns, Myra Merriman, Cindy Johnson, Sandy Houck, Darla McDonald, Cindy Burk, and Melody Schniepp. Organizations 57 El Club De Espanol Vuelve ROW 1: Cristina Bogni, Cindy Burk, Kathy Ovca, Vicky Huber, June Kottwitz, Mary Wunderlich, Donna Johnson. ROW 2: Cindy Crowe, Regina Davito, Kim Cearlock, Patsy Crow, Laura Funk, Melody Schniepp. ROW 3: Mrs. Jan Schneider, Sponsor, Stephanie McElroy, Sandy Houck, Pat Spears, Debbie Porter, Michelle Sanders, and Sue Carter. As the title says, .The Spanish Club Returns. ” This is the first time in four years that the Spanish students have organized a club. The club is to increase the enrollment in Spanish classes and the knowledge of the students and community about Spanish-speaking people. This year with the help of their sponsor, Mrs. Jan Schneider, the club has earned money through selling candy and having a bake sale. With their money, they were hosts to the AFS students around this community for a weekend and they will send some of their money to Spain for souvenirs for the Spanish classroom. They are led by Pat Spears, Regina Davito, Stephanie McElroy, Kathy Ovca, and Mary Wunderlich. SITTING: Pat Spears, President; Regina L avito, Vice President. STANDING: Stephanie McElroy, Secretary; Mrs. Jan Schneider, Sponsor; Kathy Ovca, Reporter: Mary Wunderlich, Treasurer. 58 Organizations ATHLETICS Thrilling victories and depressing the conference in addition to winning defeats climaxed a year of excitement the County Tournament. Showing the in Nokomis athletics. The basketball Redskin pride, every athlete at NHS team showed flashes of brilliance as strived for the ultimate goal of they won the Regional. The volleyball victory. team topped off the year by grabbing Cheerleaders provide L to R: Kim Cearlock, Tammy Jostes, Colleen Johnson, Cindy Johnson, Lola Grauer, Tammy Epley. A Redskin Pow-Wow. The Thrill of Victory. The bonfire and snake dance are just two of the many activities provided by the cheerleaders to increase the enthusiasm of the fans during spirit week. The week paid off with the Redskins conquering their opponents for their Homecoming game. BOTTOM: Kim Cearlock. ROW 2: Colleen Johnson, Tammy Epley, Cindy Johnson. ROW 3: Lola Grauer. TOP: Tammy Jostes. 60 Athletics enthusiasm at games BOTTOM: Shelli Kates. ROW 2: Kathy Meiners, Lisa Edgecombe, Jean Kottwitz, Pam Voils. TOP: Brenda Jostes. The 1975-76 cheerleaders are probably one of the best squads Nokomis has ever had. At camp this summer the Varsity Cheerleaders received four blue superior ribbons, two gold ribbons, and an award which was voted upon by all the squads at camp - The Master Key to Spirit Award. The Jr. Varsity Cheerleaders also achieved superior ratings at camp and together with the Varsity, they won three spirit sticks. These are the highest awards ever achieved by any cheerleading squad at Kokomis High School. The cheerleaders have really worked hard from the summer through the sports season to help make it a success. KNEELING, L to R: Brenda Jostes, Jean Kottwitz, Kathy Meiners, Pam Voils, Lisa Edgecombe, Shelli Kates. SECOND ROW: Tammy Jostes, Colleen Johnson, Tammy Epley, Lola Grauer, Cindy Johnson, Kim Cearlock. Athletics 61 Cross Country Tries Again CROSS COUNTRY RECORD Nokomis started their second year of cross country with Carlinville who defeated us by a wide margin. As the season progressed, the team kept trying but was unable to come up with a win although Mike Clavin and Scott Keele consistently finished in the top ten. The season ended with a discouraging 0-8 record. Next year’s hopes are bright with the entire team returning. Leading Scorers Mike Clavin Scott Keele Kurt Johnson Carlinville 15 Nokomis 50 Hillsboro 15 50 Pana 40 50 Hillsboro 18 Mt. Auburn 45 68 Lincolnwood 23 Gillespie 18 43 Lincolnwood 15 48 Gillespie 15 50 Girard 22 -33 L TO R, SITTING: Kurt Johnson, Wes Spears, Brent Clavin, Charles Friesland, Rex Gehlbach, John Blair. KNEELING: Dennis Hand, John Keating, Greg Archibald, Mike Clavin, Jim Brookshire, Scott Keele, Coach Roger Craft. 62 Athletics Football Tackl es a Winning Season ROW 1: Manager - Jeff Spears, Head Coach - Bill Vangel, Jim Evans, David Pavolko, Mike Stombaugh, Earl Alexander, Steve Jachino, Mark Kirk, Tony Fox, Rusty Skinner, Perry Hopwood, Line Coach - Steve Lee, JV Coach - Rick Briiekner. ROW 2: Manager - John Stivers, Bryan Kimbro, Mark Carlock, Rob Kates, Greg O’Malley, Steve Gonet, Bud Foster, Jim Jachino, Steve Porter, Lee Heldebrandt, Phil Blazich, Mike Pardi, David Adden, Manager - Rod Dawson. ROW 3: Robert Jones, Jim Havera, Rick Arkebauer, Barry Epley, Curt Hagem-eier. Perry Hess, Frank Alexa, Colby Braye, Danny Matthews, K. C. Hall, Mark Wiseman, Richard Jachino, Randy Cravens, Roger Estes. This year in football was very inspirational to the Nokomis fans. The Redskins ended their season with a 7-2 record, but they deserved better. Nokomis started off their winning season with a victory over arch-rival Pana. The next five opponents fell to the seemingly unbeatable Redskin team. With State in mind, our team lost to a strong Carlinville squad; but hopes were not diminished. The next week our mighty Redskins again reigned victorious. Great anxiety was evident throughout the community as the Big Red Machine came ever nearer to taking a trip to State. Alas, this trip was not to be so. We were stopped by a very evenly matched Gillespie team. Another year, another hope. NAME CARRIES YARDS AVERAGE Foster 108 851 7.8 Fox 76 342 4.5 Epley 25 226 10.6 Gonet 60 85 1.2 J. Jachino 12 46 3.8 Pardi 1 1 1.0 TOTAL 284 1589 5.6 Athletics 63 Coaches and Captains y a Co-Captains: Bud Foster, Dave Pavolko A conference with the Coach. Head Coach: Bill Vangel, Line Coach: Steve Lee, JV Coach: Rick Bruekner. Manager John For the last game of the season, the Redskins take on the Gillespie Miners with the winner advancing to State. To boost the team's spirit, they decorated Coach Vangel’s car. ■ 64 ' Athletics Athletics 65 FOOTBALL RECORD Southwestern Vijd n CtKriberland Ntir n ene Mourn Olive Carlinvillo SyiuntorrSo Season Record Around the Football Field Wrestling, the individual’s sport ROW 1: Frank Alexa, Steve Merriman. Jeff Pellegrini, Bill Schweizer, Perry Hess, Craig Cassidy. ROW 2: Coach Lee, Randy Eller, Larry Oltmann, Mike Stombaugh, Grant Wise, Rusty Skinner, Danny Matthews, Mike Oltmann. Eat, drink, and be merry! Wrestling is now in its 6th year. Led by our new coach Steve Lee, the group is composed of 6 seniors, 7 sophomores, and 1 freshman. The season began with a loss to Litchfield. As the season progressed, the Redskins won 5 of their next 7 meets and ended with a 5-6 record for the year. This year, for the first time, we had a Redskin, Jeff Pellegrini, place in the State finals. Athletic 67 Tournament finalists Clinton tournament. Mt. Olive tournament. Vandalia tournament. District finalists. Litchfield Vandalia Mt. Olive Southwestern Shelbyville Taylorville Greenfield Paris Mt. Zion Hillsboro Carlinville Clinton Tounia Ml. Olive Toi Vandalia T 2nd in Sectioi fnt - 5th .fI fmcm - £ tent - 3r|Vt M and 3rd in State: 68 Athletics Athletics 69 NHS, regional champs ROW 1: Barry Epley, John Keating, Greg Archibald, Greg O'Malley, Steve Gonet. ROW 2: Colby Braye, Earl Alexander, Kurt Johnson, Mike Clavin, DonRedeker, Bud Foster, David Pavolko. With hopes of State finals in their hearts, the basketball Redskins lost the first game to rival Pana. By the next game, Coach Craft had the Redskins back on track to defeat Vandalia and their next five opponents. Even with the loss of four starting players from last year, this year's team brought home the third place trophies from both the Vandalia and Litchfield tournaments. With only one senior on the squad, the team pushed, shoved, and shot for the conference crown and regional championship only to lose to a tough team in sectional play. Next year looks promising with the loss of only one starting player. Coaches - Roger Craft and Carl Fieldbinder. 70 Athletics Athletics 71 The rising Redskins: fresh.-soph, teams ROW 1: Mark Bertolino, Richard Jachino, Charles Friesland, Joe Neisler. ROW 2: Randy Cravens, Wes Spears, Ron Frazier, Scott Keele, Bob Jones, Jim Brookshire. Dennis Hand, Don Redeker, Kurt Johnson, John Keating, Greg O'Malley, John Blair, Mike Pardi, Colby Braye. 72 Athletics Next Year’s Varsity ROW 1: Richard Jachino, Jim Brookshire, Colby Braye, Ron Frazier, John Blair, Mike Pardi, Charles Friesland. ROW 2: Coach Carl Fieldbinder, Greg O'Malley, Kurt Johnson, Don Redeker, Mike Clavin, Dennis Hand, John Keating, Scott Keele. Freshman-sophomore coach Rick Bruekner. The future varsity Redskins had a very successful season and hopes for an outstanding team in the years to come are high. Coaches Fieldbinder and Brueckner did fine jobs with their teams in leading the Junior Varsity to a 12-6 record and the Freshman-Sophomore team to a 11-2 record. Athletics 73 Basketball This Year VARSITY RECORD Pana Vandalia Glenwood Gillespie Carlinville Litchfield Farina -LaGrove Vandalia Staunton Mt. Olive Virden Southwcste: Hillsboro Jerseyville Nashville Lincolnwood Gillespie Southwestern Mt. Olive VirdenS Carlinville Staunton Gillespie Litchfield Kinmundy 3rd place - Vandalia Ho 3rd place - Litchfield 1st place - Litchfield 1st place - South Pana Hillsboro Taylorville Tayl Gil Lin Staunton Litchfield Mt. Zion len Mt. Olive Vandalia Morrisonville 74 Athletics Big Year for Redskin Baseball ROW 1: Scott Keele, Charles Friesland, Brent Clavin, Coach Bob Davis. ROW 2: Ron Frazier, Frank Alexa, Richard Jachino, Jim Evans, Mark Bertolino. ROW 3: Curt Hagemeier, Steve Gonet, Jim Jachino, Mark Wiseman. ROW 4: Bud Foster, Mike Clavin, Steve Jachino, Barry Epley, Greg O'Malley. Coach Bob Davis produced one of Nokomis' better baseball teams this spring. Their final record of 16 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie gave the team the best winning percentage in 23 years. Excellent pitching and hitting gave the Redskins all they needed to win. The team had six players batting over . 300 and had a team average of . 292. On the pitching side, the combined earned mn average of 1.34 is to be highly commended. Hard work, a good team attitude, and that Redskin pride has once again made baseball a strong point in Nokomis athletics. Athletics 75 This Year’s Results FRESH.-SOPH VARSITY RECORD RECORD Litchfield 7 REDSKINS 8 Lincolnwood 5 3 Shelbyville 4,4 5,7 Ml. Olive 1 9 Litchfield 1 1 Carlinville 0 3 Staunton 4 2 Witt 0 4 Hillsboro 7 8 | Mt. Olive 4 9 Carlinville 11 9 Staunton 8 9. Gillespie 5 1 Virden 7,2 9,9 Gillespie 11 4 Southwestern 1 11 Montgomery County Tournament - 1st place. District Tournament - 2nd place. REDSKINS Greenville 8,5 11,9 Litchfield 2 3 Hillsboro 2 7 76 Athletics A Triumphant Year Athletics 77 A Tough Year for Track ROW 1: Roger Estes, K. C. Hall, Randy Cravens, Jim Brookshire, Kent Croon, Bill Steele. ROW 2: Manager Joe Gasparich, Perry Hess, Steve Porter, Wes Spears, Colby Braye, David Pavolko, Brian Kimbro. ROW 3: Coach Roger Craft, Lee Heldebrandt, Earl Alexander, Kurt Johnson, Greg Archibald, John Marley. The track season this year was one of rebuilding. Nokomis is not very well equipped to handle this sport, as there is no track, but the guys made do with what they had and made a good showing. There were many fine individual performances but as a whole the team could not pull out a win. VARSITY RECORD REDSKINS Pana, Lincolnwood 114,46 23 Hillsboro, Lincolnwood 98,30 25 Staunton, Bunker Hill 118%, 44 31% Gillespie, Bunker Hill 113,43 32 Litchfield, Lincolnwood 75%, 78% 23 Carlinville, Virden 86,60% 41% Montgomery County Track Meet - Hillsboro 119, Litchfield 70, Lincolnwood 59%, Nokomis 29%. South Central Conference Varsity Track Meet -Gillespie 98, Virden 65, Carlinville 60, Staunton 45, Nokomis 14, Mt. Olive 10. 78 Athletics Athletics 79 A First for Tennis L TO R: Debbie Pieper, Chris Wunderlich, June Kottwitz, Debbie West, Sue Heldebrandt, Penny Pavolka. STANDING: Janelle Janssen, Cindy Burk, Michelle Sanders, Colleen Johnson, Kathy Ovca, Coach Sandy Stra-zar. This year was a first for tennis at N. H. S. Sandy Strazar, coach of the eleven-member team, led them through their first season with a 1-5 record. This year's team had many inexperienced players, but future years show much promise. TENNIS RECORD Nokomis Assumption Decatur St. Teresa Vandalia 10 3 - J 1 Pana 8 ■vTT 1 Shelbyville 8 1 Assumption J 8 Season Record 1-5 80 Athletics Bowling’s Last Season at N.H.S. BOTTOM ROW, L to R: Janelle Janssen, Tammy Epley, Susie Ruppert, Karen Johnson. SECOND ROW, L to R: Diane Cachera, Penny Pavolka, Colleen Johnson, Coach Pat Hadley. This was the last year for bowling at N. H. S. The team went to Gillespie to bowl for the district championship with the winner advancing to State. The team put forth a good effort, but it was in vain, as Litchfield went on to win. Athletics 81 Girls Volleyball Has ROW 1, L TO R: Joan Saatkamp, JoAnn Archibald, Linda Johnson, Karen Johnson, Debbie Cachera, Connie Schwarm. ROW 2: Coach Pat Hadley, Lola Grauer, Tammy Epley, Jane Bertolino, Janelle Janssen, Pat Spears, Susie Ruppert. The 13-8 record of the girls volleyball team does not really describe their successful season. At the beginning of the season, the team found the competition much stiffer than it had been in previous years. With the change in the style of play, more was demanded of the girls, but they put their hearts into it and gave it their best. The highlights of the season - the win over Shelbyville, a team going on to State, in two games of a three game match; winning the first South Central Conference and County Tournaments - increased the team’s enthusiasm. In Regional play Nokomis won their first two matches and advanced to the championship match against Pana. After a hard fought, three-game match, the season ended on a sad note, losing to last season’s champs, Pana. With the excellent coaching of Mrs. Pat Hadley, the team expects a fine season next year. L TO R: Senior Captain: Janelle Janssen, Junior Captain: JoAnn Archibald, Sophomore Captain: Rhonda Fesser, Freshman Captain: Gail Keller. 82 Athletics Another Successful Year KNEELING, L TO R: Melody Schniepp, Tammy Hagemeier, Carol Merriman, Rhonda Fesser, Rhonda Halle-man. STANDING, L TO R: Michelle Hagemeier, Gail Keller, Jan Rupert, Myra Merriman, Penny Johnson, Kathy Ovca, Cindy Burk. dk J Athletics 83 Robin Porter: ScorekeeDer Volleyball in Action A set-up to the front row. Last minute instructions. A study of the bench. Consultation with the coach. A last minute effort. High for a spike. VOLLEYBALL RECORD . . - —§ . Mt. z.ion Staunton Won Assumption Gillespie Sandoval Lost Pana Hillsboro Won Mt. Olive Shelbyville Won District Litchfield Won St. Elmo Gillespie Won— Cowden-Herrick Pawnee Lost Pana Litchfield Won Conference Sandoval Won Carlinville Mt. Olive Lost Mt. Olive Varsity Record 13 wins and 8 losses J. V. Record 8 wins and 6 losses Won Lost Lost Won Won Won Lost Won Won Athletics 85 Girls’ basketball dribbles Varsity - L to R, ROW 1: Melody Schniepp, Cathy Merriman. ROW 2: Susie Ruppert, Jane Bertolino, Coach Bill Kyle, Janelle Janssen, Jan Ruppert. Basketball was added to the growing list of girls athletics this year under the leadership of Coach Bill Kyle. Coach Kyle had his work cut out for him, in that there were no experienced players. Long, hard practices helped the team develop into a sound offensive and defensive team by the end of the season. The team faced tough competition in larger and more experienced teams and emerged with a record of 5 wins and 7 losses and the Consolation Championship trophy at the Carrollton Invitational Tournament. The J.V. worked hard but couldn't manage to pull out a win. The J.V. gained the experience they need to play Varsity next season. JV - ROW 1, L to R: Debbie Pieper, Melody Schniepp, Bridgit Rompasky, Laura Lewis, Chris Wunderlich, Nancy DeWerff. ROW 2: Coach Bill Kyle, Robin Porter, Penny Pavolka, Shelly Sanders, Jan Ruppert, Darla McDonald, Joan Johnson. 86 Athletics its way into N.H.S. Mattoon Decatur St. Teresa � :Springfield Southeast Mt. Zion Carrollton Mt. Zion Lincoln Decatur St. Terel ..Carrollton [Jacksonville [Bunker Hill Winchester GIRLS' BASKETBALL n 44 i ' x . j Varsity Record 5 wins, 7 losses Junior Varsity Record 0 wins, 9 losses Nokomis 30 67 42 29 23 28 36 52 43 35 42 46 Athletics 87 Consolation Champs FRONT ROW, L to R: Jan Ruppert, Cathy Merriman, Jane Bertolino, JaneJle Janssen, Susie Ruppert, Melody Schniepp. BACK ROW: Patsy Crow, Chris Wunderlich, Robin Porter, Coach Bill Kyle, Penny Pavolka, Shelli Sanders, Nancy DeWerff, Debbie Pieper, Kathy Siefert. 88 Athletics Girls’ track battles tough competition FIRST ROW, L. to R: Laura Funk, Cindy Burk, Jody Wilson, Darlene Daugherty, Lisa Edgecombe, Kathy Ovca, Brenda Jostes. ROW 2: Penny Pavolka, JoAnn Archibald, Linda Johnson, Tina Flowers, Colleen Johnson, Kristy Olinger. ROW 3: Chris Wunderlich, Tammy Hagemeier, Sue Heldebrandt, Coach Pat Hadley, Michelle Hagemeier, Rhonda Fesser, Debbie West. ROW 4: Janelle Janssen, Susie Ruppert, Tammy Epley, Rhonda McDonald, Kathy Meiners, Pat Spears, Vicky Huber, Jane Bertolino. A close race to the finish. The after effects of a two-mile. Athletics 89 but manages to break records 90 Athletics ACTIVITIES dances. In fact, you might say, activities were the fun and games around school. It was only through the sharing of ourselves that these activities met with the success that they did. Our activities were the fibers that made our school days successful and memorable. Boldly defined, activities were the events and happenings that students took part in as they rambled around outside of actual class time. For many students, activities took leisure time before school. Other students used lunch time effectively. Some activities involved all students. Such were class elections, pep rallies, and Could This be Magic? Crown Bearer - Wendy Ernst, Queen Shirley Myers, Gift Bearer - Kirk Pavolka. BACK ROW: Kathy Lehman, Jim Brookshire, Kathy Meiners, John Keating, Linda Johnson, Jim Jachino, Joan Saatkamp, King Earl Alexander, Steve Jachino, Retiring King Tom Spears, Retiring Queen Linda Miller, Mark Spainhour (representing Bud Foster), Barb Colonius, Bryan Kimbro, Carol Merriman, Wes Spears, and Lisa Johnson. Homecoming activities opened with Spirit Week. Monday was designated as Slop Day followed by Hat Day, Fifties Day, Kiddie Day, and closed with the traditional Color Day. Again this year the banner contest was held. The theme was bicentennial. Many groups submitted banners but the teachers selected the Chorus banner as the best. Thursday night was the Snake Dance. After the dance everyone gathered around the bonfire and joined in the cheers to show their team spirit. The Redskins tamed the Mt. Olive Wildcats 40-0 in the Homecoming game Friday night. This year for the first time in many years the 1975 Homecoming King, Earl Alexander, crowned Queen Shirley Myers at halftime on the football field. Shirley and Earl reigned over the Homecoming dance which was immediately after the football game until midnight. The theme of the dance was Could This Be Magic? and Nickels provided the music. Student Council sponsored the dance. King Earl and Queen Shirley 92 Activities Activities 93 Juniors Reign at Christmas Dance ROW 1: Crown Bearer - Kristen Janes, Queen Debbie Cachera, Gift Bearer - Scott Chausse. ROW 2: Sue Helde-brandt, Darlene Daugherty, Tammy Peifer, Cindy Johnson, King Lee Heldebrandt, Sandy Houck, Cindy Burk, Brenda Jostes. ROW 3: Charles Friesland, Barry Epley, David Brookshire, Jeff Pellegrini, Retiring King Andy Jackson, Retiring Queen Sherrie Ralston, Marty Millburg, Greg O'Malley, Richard Jachino. Christmas spirit filled the air as the Christmas dance was held on Friday, Dec. 19, 1975, from 8:00-11:00 p.m. The cafeteria was beautifully decorated with Christmas trees and red and green streamers. The decorations accentuated the theme, Stairway to Heaven. Whizzdum” provided the musical background for the crowning of the 1975 Queen, Debbie Cachera and King, Lee Heldebrandt. Retiring Queen and King, Sherrie Ralston and Andy Jackson crowned Debbie and Lee who will now begin their reign. Refreshments of Christmas cookies and punch were served by membe of the Senior class. 94 Activities Activities 95 Times of your life ROW 1: Kathy Ovca, Scott Keele, Pam Pavolka, Kevin Hall, Vickie Meiners, Queen Christina Bogni, Mark Knodle, Kim Marley, Bryan Kimbro, Penny Pavolka, Mark Merriman. ROW 2: Melody Schniepp, Jim Jachino, Cathy Merriman, Mike Stombaugh, Retiring King Steve Jachino, Retiring Queen Dody Gonet, King Jim Evans, Paul Johnson, Jan Cassidy. The reign of Queen Dody Gonet and King Steve Jachino came to an end as Cristina Bogni and Jim Evans were crowned the new queen and king of the 1976 Valentine's Dance. The Student Council sponsored the dance on February 28, 1976, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. ''Allspice” provided the music. The cafeteria and stage were decorated with red and white streamers. Members of the art class displayed their talents by painting the sign which carried the theme, Times of Your Life. 96 Activities RED jl SKINS 1976 Prom King and Queen Feelings” was the theme of the 1976 Junior-Senior Prom where Pam Braye and Bill Schweizer reigned as Queen and King. The cafeteria was beautifully decorated with stars, flowers, and streamers. The colors of blue, pink, white, and purple accentuated the setting, which featured a small bridge entrance, a paper chandelier and mirror ball, and a fountain located in the center of the dance floor. The music was provided by Nickels. A new feature was added to the prom festivities this year. The students planned and financed an after-prom dance from 2 to 6 a.m. with music provided by Flashback. This was followed by an early morning breakfast. The dance was attended and enjoyed by many. Prom and all its activities ended with a beautiful morning sunrise. 98 Activities FRONT ROW: Danny O'Malley, Gift Bearer: Queen Pam Braye, King Bill Schweizer, Miriam Shields, Crown Bearer. BACK ROW: Seniors - Perry Hopwood, Debbie Porter, Jeff Pellegrini, Shirley Myers, Retiring King Myron Kirk, Retiring Queen Susan Merriman; Juniors - Randy West, Tammy Peifer, Lee Heldebrandt, Debbie Cachera, Steve Gonet, Denise Edgecombe. Activities 99 1976 Prom Court SENIORS Jeff Pellegrini Shirley Myers Bill Schweizer Pam Braye Perry Hopwood Debbie Porter (at left) Retiring King and Queen Myron Kirk Susan Merriman JUNIORS Randy West Tammy Peifer Steve Gonet Denise Edgecombe Lee Heldebrandt Debbie Cachera (at right) 100 Activities Prom Scenes Prom Servers - Rhonda McDonald, Diane Janssen, Prom Servers - Bill Steele, Joe Gasparich, John Mar-Cindy Burk, Carol Merriman, Rhonda Fesser. ley, Danny Matthews, Greg O'Malley. Activities 101 102 Activities Variety show receives The second annual Nokomis High School Variety Show got underway at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 8. The Music Department spent many long hours and put a lot of hard work into making the show a big success. The show contained music from many decades, a wide variety of skits, and even some bicentennial minutes. The directors, Mrs. Maxine Tosetti and Mr. Joe Davito, did a fine job organizing the show. The show could not have been the success it was without the cooperation of all those involved. THE VARIETY SHOW LINE-UP Band-Overture Cindy Burk’s solo Bridge Dixieland Band Betsy Ross Love Is A Rose Cinnamon Rogers George and Martha John Hancock Movie Pantomime Becky Armstrong's Solo Bump Jane Bertolino's Guitar Solo Bump Tennis Player Bump Mary Worthless Edison Pet Shop Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy Colleen Johnson's Acrobatic Routine Chorus The Sweetest Gift Cherry Tree Oscar Mayer Songsters Hitchhiker In the Still of the Night Pebbles Jumper-Timex Twelve Years of School Mockingbird Franklin Cindy Johnson's Solo Bicentennial Minute - Nothing Happened Finale Our M.C.’s - Paul Johnson and Cindy Johnson. Boppin' to the Beat. Wow, Popcorn! a standing ovation Activities 103 A beautiful evening The morning of May 21st started out sunny and clear. As the afternoon progressed, rain dampened the dream of having graduation on the football field. But fortunately as graduation drew near, the weather cleared and the commencement exercises went on as planned. Apprehension filled the air as the graduates filed onto the football field together for the last time. The invocation was given by Reverend Daniel Brogdon and in the spirit of the Bicentennial, the Chorus sang the national anthem. The Band then followed with their selection, The Masterpiece. Susan Ruppert, Patricia Spears, and Mary Wunderlich, Valedictorians of the Class of 76, delivered their speeches to the audience of family and friends. Mr. Larry Janes, Principal of Nokomis High School, announced the sixteen honor students who had attained a 4.5 average while attending NHS. He then presented the Class of 76 to the crowd. Following the presentation of the class, diplomas were awarded by Mr. Wilmer Johnson, President of the Board of Education. Reverend Brogdon gave the benediction and the Band sounded the final song, Triumphant Festival, while the Class of 76 parted and formed a receiving line where they were congratulated by well-wishers. Board members take their places. Awaiting the final moments. The final minutes of four years at NHS. 104 Activities to end four years The time will soon be here. The Band played Pomp and Circumstance. The final moments of preparation before taking the final step. Graduates await their turn. Parents and friends look on as many graduates see their dreams come true. Activities 105 To Those Who Achieved VALEDICTORIAN Susan Marie Rupperi Maureen Marley Catholic Forester's Scholarship Marty Millburg Marsch Foundation Scholarship 106 Activities VALEDICTORIAN Patricia Lynn Spears Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship Illinois State Scholar VALEDICTORIAN Mary Anne Wunderlich Illinois State Scholar Honor Students ROW 1: Sandra Houck Patricia Spears Jane Bertolino Thomas Schnarre Kay Barnstable Tammy Epley Susan Ruppert Lucy Berns ROW 2: Janelle Janssen Janice Dietl Maureen Marley Pam Braye Mary Wunderlich Colleen Johnson Karen Johnson NOT PICTURED: Barbara Brummet Lucy Bems DAR Award Earl Alexander Outstanding Athlete Larry Oltmann Illinois State Scholar Rusty Skinner Presidential Classroom Tammy Epley Outstanding Athlete Larry Lehnen Illinois State Scholar Craig Cassidy DeKalb Award Janelle Janssen Betty Crocker Award Illinois State Scholar Marsch Foundation Scholarship BOYS’ STATE WINNERS Steve Gonet Jim Jachino Bud Foster Steve Porter Activities 107 Memories are to have We the 1976 Yearbook Staff wish to thank all of those people who in some way helped us to produce this yearbook. For without their cooperation and understanding we could never have done it. We also wish to thank you, for you are this yearbook, it is made with you in mind, it is your life. We only hope that you enjoy it and that it brings back many happy memories in years to come. 108 Closing and to hold forever r • i. � Throughout this yearbook, we hope that we caught glimpses of the bicentennial, of sports events, of clubs, of dances and social events, and of happenings at NHS that are a part of your memories. We hope this book can bring back many happy memories in the future. When you hold this book let your mind reach out and grasp the year 1976, both its happy and sad memories. For memories are a part of you that no one can ever take away. Closing 109 1976 — Two hundred Life is a funny tiling. It is given to you to do with what you want. Sure, society can try and tell you what to do but then you don't have to listen, now, do you? There are two ways to live your life, the life society has conditioned you to and the life you want for yourself. There are two roads you can go by and you get to make the choice. If you choose a road to follow and then follow it and one day wake up and hear that voice inside you telling you that this is not right, just remember that you can change the road you're on and make it right for you. You can live a better and fuller life. 110 Closing years of people School is like a place of rebirth. School is a place of learning, a place where students and teachers work and grow together. School is also a fun place where many happy moments are shared among friends. School can be a bad or good place whichever you make it but always school is a place where every person grows to be able to go out into that big world and cope with an adult way of life. Closing 111 Growing Together Outside the protective walls of NHS lies a world awaiting you. That world can be a kind or a cruel world. Inside the walls of NHS each young person sees visions of himself, his life, and the people he spends it with. It is those visions of young people not achieved that make this world a cruel one, where old men sit and dream dreams of what once could have been. But it is the vision of those young people achieved that make this world a kind one. That world is out there awaiting your arrival into it and now the time has come and you're on your own. This is it! 112 Closing Good-bye Yellowbrick Road Closing 113 Index A ACTIVITIES Adden, David - 23, 49, 63 Adden, Glenn - 28 Adden, Teresa - 6, 42, 55 ADMINISTRATION Alexa, Connie - 6, 42, 55 Alexa, Frank - 23, 63, 67, 75 Alexander, Earl - 6, 49, 63, 70, 78, 107 Alexander, Lorraine - 28, 54 Andrus, Donna - 6 ANNUAL STAFF Archibald, JoAnn - 18, 43, 48, 49, 51, 62, 70, 78 Archibald, Gregory - 22, 23, 49, 51. 62, 70, 78 Arkebauer, Rick - 28, 63 Armstrong, Rebecca - 23 ATHLETICS B Babbs, Charles BAND Barker, Gary - 23 Barnstable. Kay - 6, 42, 46, 47. 106 BASEBALL BASKETBALL Bass, Billy - 40 Bass, Greg - 18 Beasley, Frank - 6, 51 Beasley, Leo - 28, 52 Beck, Glenda - 23 Becker, Brent - 6 Becker, Deann .- 28 Becker, Randy Bents, Lucy - 5, 6, 46, 54, 53, 56, 57, 106, 107 Berns, Pauline - 35 Bertolino, James - 35 Bertolino, Jane 26, 46, 47, 49 51, 54, 55, 56, 57, 82, 86, 88, 89, 106 Bertolino, Julie - 23, 55 Bertolino, Mark - 28, 51, 75 S Black, Joe - 7, 51, 52 Black, Kirby Black, Peggy Blair, John - 23, 51, 55, 62, 73 Blankenship, Sheryl - 23, 42 Blazich, Philip - 23, 63 Bogni, Christina - 7, 58, 96 Bogle, Rose - 39 Bolte, Cheryl - 7 Bolte, Eric - 7 Bolte, Karen - 18, 42 Bourke, Gary - 23 ( Bowers, Denise - 28, 50 Bowers, Kevin - 28 Bowers, Kimberly - 23 Bowers, Tammy - 28, 5i BOYS’ TRACK Braye, Colby - 23, 49, 63, 70, 73, 78 Braye, Douglas Braye, Greg - 23 Braye, Pamela - 7, 42, 46, 99, 100, 106 Brookshire, David - 18, 51, 94 Brookshire, Jim - 28, 51, 52, 62, 73, 78, 92 Brown, Allen - 28 Brown, Donald Brown, Marty Brown, Robert - 39 Brueckner, Rick - 63, 64 Brummet, Barbara - 7, 42 Brummet, Nola - 2§, 50 . Buchak, Jim - 28 Burdell, Kathie - 18 Burk, Cynthia - 23, 55, 57, 58, 80, 83, 89, 94, 101 Busby, David - 7 Busby, Patricia - 18 4 C Cachera, Deborah - 18, 55, 56, 82, 94, 99, 100 Cachera, Diana - 23, 54, 81 Carlock, Mark - 32,'63 Carroll, Brenda - 28, 55, 50 Carroll, Denise - 18 Carroll, Robert - 18 Carroll, Terri - 28 Carlock, Nancy - 39, 46 Carlock, Mark - 23 Carter, Debra - 28, 50 Carter, Kathrine - 7 Carter, Sue - 18, 58 Cassidy, Craig - 7, 51, 52, 67, 107 Cassidy, Jan - 18, 42, 96 Cassidy, Roger - 23 Cearlock, Kim - 23, 42, 55, 57, 58, 6), 61 Cesaretti, Eula Jean - 34 Cesaretti, Pete - 8 Chaussc , Scott - 94 CHEERLEADING - 60 Chesney, jBetty - 28 CHORUS - 55 Chrisman, Nora - 8, 54 CHRISTMAS DANCE - 94 Clark, Jacque - 28, 54, 55, 57 Clark, Linda - 28, 42 Clark, Paul - 18 Clavin, Brent - 28, 62, 75 Clavin, Michael - 18, 49, 51, 52, 62, 70, 73, 75 Cloe, Mike CLOSING - 111 Cole, Carl Cole, Ernie Coling, Sue - 18 Colonius, Barbara - 18, 43, 50, 92 Cook, David Cook, Dudley - 28 Cox, Donna - 23, 55 Craft, Roger - 5, 49, 36, 62, 70, 78 Cravens, Allen - 23 Cravens, Randy - 28, 63, 78 Creen, Kent - 23, 51, 52, 78 CROSS COUNTRY - 62 Crow, Patsy - 28, 58, 88 Crowe, Cynthia - 18, 58 Cutright, Dennis - 23 D Dahler, David - 19 Dahler, Kathy - 28, 55 Dahler, Robert - 28 Daugherty, Darlene - 23, 48, 89, 94 Daugherty, Richard - 19 Davis, Bob - 75 Davito, Joe - 36, 54 Davito, Regina - 19, 54, 58 Dawson, Rodney - 28, 63 Daykin, Danita - 28 DeChenne, David - 37, 48 DeLuka, Dawn - 19, 42, 50 DeWerff, Dennis - 19, 49, 51, 52 DeWerff, Kevin - 19, 51, 52 DeWerff, Nancy - 23, 86, 88 Dietl, Janice - 8, 46, 50, 106 Dietl, Mary - 19 Douglas, Duane - 37 Dunaway, Perry - 19 E Easley, Bertha Eck, Joe - 8 Edgecombe, Denise - 19, 42, 50, 99, 100 Edgecombe, Lisa - 23, 50, 54, 55, 61, 89 Eisenbarth, Jim - 36 Eller, Penny Eller, Randy - 23, 67 Elliot, Donald Elliot, Sherry - 19 Epley, Barry - 23, 63, 70, 75, 94 Epley, Tammy - 8, 46, 48, 49, 55, 60, 61, 81, 82, 89, 106, 107 Estes, Roger - 51, 63, 78 Evans, James - 8, 49, 63, 75, 96 F Faculty Division - 33 Fesser, Fred - 35 Fesser, Rhonda - 23, 48, 49, 55, 82. 83, 89, 101 F.H.A. - 50 Fieldbinder, Carl - 37, 70, 73 Finley, Jackie - 43 114 Index Flowers, Bruce - 8 Flowers, Tina - 28, 89 FOOTBALL - 63 Foster, Craig - 8 Foster, Lisa - 24, 54 Foster, Richard - 19, 54 Foster, Robert - 19, 49, 63, 70, 75 Foster, Teresa - 24, 55 Fox, Tony - 8, 49, 63 Frazier, Ronald - 28, 73, 75 Freshman Division - 27 Friesland, Charles - 28, 62, 73, 75, 94 Friesland, Christi - 24, 55, 57 Friesland, Tracy - 9, 42 Fullerton, Christopher - 19 Funk, James - 35 Funk, Laura - 28, 54, 55, 58, 89 G Gasparich, Joe - 24, 78, 101 Gehlbach, Rex - 29, 62 Girls' Track - 89 Gleespen, Larry - 29, 51 Golitko, Janet - 29 Gonet, Dody - 96 Gonet, Steven - 19, 63, 70, 75, 99, 100 Gonet, Susie - 19, 50 GRADUATION - 104 Grauer, Lola - 19, 42, 49, 60, 61, 82 Grauer, Peter - 43 Griffin, Dawn - 9 Griffin, Jean - 24 Griffin, Robert Grimes, Charles - 19 Grimes, Debbie - 19 Grimes, John - 24 Guyot, Ricky - 19 H Hadley, Patricia - 17, 37, 81, 82, 89 Hagemeier, Cun - 24, 51, 63, 75 Hagemeier, Tammy - 24, 55, 83, 89 Halbrook, Mary Lou - 9 Hale, April Hale, Rhonda - 31 Hall, Kevin - 24, 63, 66, 78 i Halleman, Larry - 39, 51, 52 I Halleman, Rhonda -29, 83 Hamlin, Lester - 19 l|Tlamlin, Lynn - 29 Ht}and, Dennis - 24, 51. 62, 73 llarbison, Paula - 19 I Hard, Alan - 29 Hart, Dawn - 9 Hart, Jackie - 29 Hartman, Carolyn Havera, Debbie - 2-1 Havera, Jim 2!), 53 Hayes, Brian - 9 Heck. Kathryn 29 Heck, Tamira - 9, if. Heldebrandt, Lee - 49, 51, 52, 63, 94, 99. 100 Heldebrandt, Sue - 29, 42, 48, 78, 80, 89, 94 Heldebrandt, Wayne - 9 Hendrick, Debbie Hendrick, Michael - 24 Hess, Perry - 24, 49, 51, 63, 67, 78 Hicks, Terry Hill, Russell - 29, 54 Hoehn, Cheryl - 9, 50 Hoehn, Linda - 24, 50 HOMECOMING - 92 HONORS - 106 Hopwood, Mark - 29, 55 Hopwood, Perry - 10, 57, 63, 99, 100 Houck, Sandra - 10, 46, 55, 57, 58, 94, 106 Hubbard, Lance - 10 Huber, Vicky - 24, 58, 89 Hurst, Cherri Hurst, Robin J Jachino, lames - 48, 49, 63, 75, 92, 96 Jachino, Mike - 10 Jachino, Richard - 27, 29, 63, 73, 75, 94 Jachino, Steve - 10, 63, 75, 92, 96 Jackson, Andy - 94 Janes, Kristen - 94 Janes, Larry - 34 ‘ ?! Janssen, Diane - 24, 55, 101 Janssen, Janelle - 10, 42, 46, 47, 80, 81, 86, 88, 89, 106, 107 Janssen, Marilyn - 29 Janssen, Paula - 20 Johnson, Anthony Johnson, Brian - 10 Johnson, Charles Johnson, Colleen - 10, 42, 46, 49. 55, 60, 61, 80, 81, 89, 106 Johnson, Cynthia - 10, 48, 55, 57, 60, 61, 94, 102 Johnson, Donna - 17, 55, 58 Johnson, Doris Johnson, Eugene - 35 Johnson, (Duke) Harold - 29 Johnson, Harold - 11 Johnson, Howard - 29 Johnson, Joan - 24, 8 Johnson, Karen - 5, 11, 43, 46, 49. 55. 81, 82, 106 Johnson, Kay - 55 Johnson, Kevin - 24, 51 Johnson, Kurt - 24, 49, 62, 70, 73, 78 Jonas, Mike - 25 Jones, Robert - 51, 63 Jostes, Brenda - 29, 48, 54, 61, 89. 94 Jostes, Kyra - 25, 55 Jostes, Tammy - 42, 60, 61 Junior Division - 17 K Kirk ,|friyron - 99, 100 Kates, Robert - 25, 51, 52, 63 Kates, Shclli - 27, 30, 61 Keating, John - 25, 51, 62, 70, 73, 92 Keele, Scott - 30, 62, 73, 75, 96 Keller, Gail - 30, 42, 82, 83 Kettelkamp, Fred - 43 Kiefer, Ed - 11, 51, 52 Kiefer, Karl - 25, 51 Kimbro, Bryan - 25, 49, 63, 78, 92, 96 King, Terry - 25 Kirk, Mark - 11, 49, 63 Knodle, Mark - 96 Kocur, Roseann - 11, 50 Koski, Daniel - 11 Koski, Linda Kottwitz, Jean -T30, 54, 55, 61 Kottwitz, June -130, 54, 55, 58, 80 Wf Kottwitz, Marc - 30 Kroeger,, Rid: - 11 Kyle, Bill 186, 88 L Lee, Steve - 17, 36, 63, 64, 67 Lehman, Kathleen - 30, 54, 92 Lehnen. Lance - 11, 54 Lehnen, Larry - 12, 46, 54, 55, 57, 107 Leigh, Kelli - 30 Leigh, William - 30 Lesko, Gail - 20, 42, 50 Lewis, Catherine - 43 Lewis, Laura - 30, 86 Lewiski, Sharon - 30, 55 Lipe, Curtis - 12 47, 55, 106 £ Marley, Monica - 30, 42, 55 Mathias, Catherine - 5, 50 Matthews, Danny - 25, 52, 63, 67. 101 Matthews, Dennis - 35 Meiners, Kathy - 25, 48, 49, 61, 89, 92 Meiners, Vickie - 96 Menin, Teresa - 20. 42 Merriman, Carol - 22, 25, 55, 83, 92, 101 Johnson, Linda -49, 82, 89, 92 Johnson, Lisa - 29, 92 Johnson, Patty - 29 Johnson, Paul - 17, 96, 102 Johnson, Penny - 11, 83 Johnson, Robert - 24 Johnson, Wilmer - 35 Carl - 30 Marley-, Gerard - 25, 51 Marley, John - 25, 78, 101 Marley, Kim - 25, 55, 96 Marley, Maureen 5, 12, 46, Index 115 Merriman, Cathy - 12, 46, 55, 86, 96 Merriman, Kathy - 30, 50, 88 Merriman, Susan - 99, 100 Merriman, Mark - 30, 96 Merriman, Myra - 20, 55, 57, 83 Merriman, Steve - 30, 67 Meyer, Maurice - 39, 51, 52 Michael, Herschel Millburg, Larry - 25, 51 Millburg, Martin - 12, 46, 94, 106 Millburg, Peter - 30 Miller, Debra - 12 Miller, James - 25, 51 Miller, Jeffrey - 25 Miller, Linda - 92 Miller, Martha - 12 Miller, Robert - 20,J 1 Miller, Susan - 30 Mindrup, John - 41 Moomey, Mark - 12 Moore, Barbara - 20 Morgan, Lori - 30 Musser, Sandy Myers, Shirley - 12, 42, 92, 99, 100 McCracken, Victor - 27, 34 j McDonald, Darla - 30, 55, 57, 86 McDonald, Rhonda - 26, 89, 101 McDaniel, Tina McElroy, Stephanie - 17, 20, 55, 58 McElroy, Veronica - 30, 50 N The N Club -49 Nash, Cathy %20, 42, 50 Nation, Barbara - 20, Neisler, Joe -27, 30, 51, 52 Neisler, Penny - 25, 50 0 M| Olinger, Kristy - 30, 89 Oiler, Joe - 25 Olunann, Larry - 13, 46, 47, 51,'67, 107 ' Oltmann, Mike - 25, 49, 51, 67 O'Malley, Danny - 99 O'Malley, Greg - 22 , 26 , 49 63, 70, 73, 75, 94, 101.JP Organizations - 45 Ovca, Kathryn - 30, 54, 58, 80, 83 , 89, 96. m Owens, Cay la - 26 P Pardi, Mike - 26, Parker, Bliss - 35 Pavolka, Pamela 26, 55, 96 Pavolka, Penny - 30, 54, 80, 81, 86.88, 89, 96 Pavolka, David - 13, 49, 54, 63 64, 70, 78 Pavolko, Shirley - 43 Pease, Sandra - 20 Peifer, Tammy - 20, 42, 94, 99, 100 Pelech, Debra - 26 Pellegrini, Jeffrey - 13, 46, 47, 48, 49, 67, 68, 94, 99, 100 Pieper, Bill Pieper, Debra - 30, 80, 86, 88, 99, 100 Porter. Debra - 13, 42, 46, 47, 55, 58 Porter, John - 20,( 51, 52 Porter, Robin - 26, 42, 83, 86 Poster, Steven - 21, 63, 78 i PROM Ralston, Sherrie - 81, Ransdell. Kevin - 21 Sedcker, Donald - 26, 51, 70, _ 3 UK Reed, Bill Reese. La vena - 35 Rhodes, Debra - 26 Rhodes, Eldin Rhodes, Ruth - 26, 55 Richardson, Randy - 26, 51 Robertson, Darrell Rogers, Rick Rompasky, Bridgit - 30, 55, 86 Rudow . Patricia - 26 Ruppert, Janice - 21,43, 49, 551 83, 36 Ruppert, Joel - 30 Ruppert, Karen - 21, 55 Ruppert JSusan - 13, 42, 49, 55, 82, 36, 88, 89, 106 Smalley, Eddie - 21 Smalley, Robert - 26 Smith, Jeanna - 31 Smith, Joe - 14 Songsters - 57 Sophomore Division - 22 Sowarsh, Rodney - 31 Spainhour, Mark - 21, 92 Spears, Jeff - 63 Spears, Patricia - 14, 46, 49, 58, 82, 89, 106 Spears, Tom - 92 ■toears, Wesley - 31, 62, 78, 92 Sports Division - 59 Stanley, Connie - 21 Stanley, James - 31 Stauder, Marla - 26 SteeleLwilliam - 26, 42, 54, 56, 57, 78, 101 Stewart.lAnn - 31, 55 Stivers, John - 21, 48, 63, 64 Stolte, David Stolte, Earl - 26 Stolte , Larry - 31 Stombaugh, John - 14, 49, 63, Strazer, Drew - 31 Strazar, Sandy - 80 Student Council - 48 Swaney, Julia - 31, 55 T Taylor, Lillian - 36 Tennis - 80 Tester, Joni - 14, 50 Tosetti, Maxine - 55 S ] Saatka mp, Joan - 13, 49, 82, 92 Saatka mp, Phyllis - 13, 42 Sanders, Sanders, Charlene - 37 Sanders, Debra - 21 Sanders, Michelle - 30, 58, 80, 86, 88 Satterfee, Kent - 21, 51, 52 Scheets, Kelli Scheets, Marty - 21 Schnarre, Thomas - 13, 46, 54, 55, 57, 100 Schneider, Janice -kfls, 58 .. Schniepp, MeloWy - 21, 49, 54, 55, 57, 58, 83, 86, 88, 96 Schwarm, Connie - I.'-:, 82 Schweizer, William 14, lit, 51, 67, 99, 100 Scribner, Clem - 30 Scribner, Pamela 14 Seagle, Dale - 43 Seelbach, Richard - 22, 38 Seifert, Kathleen - 31 Seifert, LeAnne - 14, 42, 88 Senior Division - 5 Shields. Miriam - 99 Siebert, Dale - 31 Simons, Beverly - 38 Skinner, Russell - 14, 49, 55, 57, 63, 67, 107 Smalley, Betty - 43 U Umberger, Christina - 31 Umberger, Dennis - 21 Umerger, Richard - 14 V Valentine's Dance - 96 fVangel, Bill - 39, 63, 64 i Veils, Pamela - 26, 54, 61 I Volleyball - 82, 83, 84, 85 W 1 Wattjes, Randy - 21, 51, 52 i Weller, Candace - 31, 55 ' West, Deborah - 31, 80, 89 West, Randy - 21, 99, 100 Westenberger, Margaretta - 38 Westphal, Doug - 31 Wheeling, Clarissa - 26, 55 | Wilson, Jodi - 89 Wise, Grant - 26, 49, 67 f Wiseman, Clark - 15 Wiserijian, Mark 26, 63, 75 ' Wood, Charles - 35 Wrestling - 67, 68, 69 i Wright, Richard - 26, 51 [ Wunderlich, Chris - 31, 42, 30, 86, 89 j Wunderlich, Mary - 15, 42, 54, 58, 106 Wunderlich, Mildred - 36 116 Index TERESA ANN ADDEN FHA 1,2,3; GAA 2; Chorus 1, 2, 4; Office Worker 4; Pacesetters 1; Variety Show 3,4. CONNIE JEAN ALEXA FHA 3; GAA 1; Chorus 4; Office Worker 3, 4; Variety Show 4. t EARL M. ALEXANDER N Club 4; Cross Country 3; Baseball 1; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys' Track 2,3,4; Lettermen’s Club 1, 2, 3; Homecoming Court 1, 4; King 4; Class Sec.-Treasurer 1; WSMI 7 Most Valuable Player in area. DONNA RAYE ANDRUS FHA 1, 2, 3, 4; Library 1; Art Club 3. KAY MARIE BARNSTABLE Student Council 3; Valentine's Court 3; Annual Staff 4; Office Worker 3, 4; Class President 1. LUCY ANN BERNS GAA 1,2,3; Reporter 3; Chorus 4, Accompanist; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 3; President 4; Majorette 3, 4; Songsters 4, Accompanist; Musical 1; Munch 'N' Music 2: Valentine’s Court 1, 2; Annual Staff 4; Copy Editor; Class President 4; Variety Show 3, 4; DAR Award 4; Who's Who 4; Band Award 4. JANE LOUISE BERTOLINO GAA 1, 2, 3: President 3; N Club 4; Treasurer 4: Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Sec.-Treasurer 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Representative 1; President 3; Songsters 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1; Girls' Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Basketball 4; Student Council 2; Homecoming Court 2; Annual Staff 4; Variety Show 3, 4; Senior Activity List Munch 'N' Music 2; Who’s Who 4; Attendance Award 4. JOSEPH JAY BLACK FFA 3. 4T CRISTINA BOGNI Spanish Club 4; Valentine's Court 4, Queen 4. CHERYL BOLTE WALTERS FHA 1; GAA 3; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1,2,3; Musical 1; -Munch 'N' Music 2; Homecoming Court 3; Christmas Court 2; Variety Show 3. PAMELA GAY BRAYE FHA 1; GAA 1, 2, 3: Treasurer 3; Student Council 1; Valentine's Court 3; Homecoming Court 1; Annual Staff 4; Office Worker 3, 4; Class President 3; Whofs Who 3; Prom Court 4; Queen 4. BARBARA CHR1STINIA BR1JMMET Library Worker 4; Who’s Who 4. TAMMY GAYE EPLEY GAA 1, 2, 3; Vice-President 3; N Club 4: Vice-President 4; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Sec.-Treasurer 4; Girls' Track 1, 2, 3 , 4; Munch 'N' Music 2; Volleyball 2r 3, 4; Co-Captain 3; Bowling 4; Stucfent Council 4; Valentine's Court 2; Prom Server 2: Annual Staff 4; Variety Show 3., 4; Who's Who 3. JAMES MORGAN EVANS Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Valentine's Court 4; King 4. BRUCE ALLEN FLOWERS Student Council 1. TONY FOX Lettermen's Club 1, 2, 3; N Club 4; Secretary 4; Football 1, 2, 3. 4: Wrestling 1; Boys' Track 2, 3; Homecoming Court 1; Class Vice-President 2. I TRACY SUZANNE FRIESLAND CRAIG LYNN CASSIDY GAA 1,2,3; Christmas Court 1: FFA 1, 2, 3, 4; Sentinel 4; Prom Court 3; Office Worker 4; Lettermen's Club 2, 3; N Club 4; ;,Class Treasurer 2. Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain 3, 4; Boys' Track 3; Student Council MARY LOU HALBROOK 3; Valentine's Court 2; Prom FHA 2,3,4; Valentine's Court Court 3; Prom Server 2; Farm 1. Bureau Award 3; FFA District Winner 3, 4: Star State Farmer TAMIRA HECK LIVINGSTON 4. FHA 1; GAA 1: Annual Staff 4; •J Office Worker 2,3. NORA ELLEN CHRJSMAN FHA 3; GAA 1. 2, 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 2; Variety Show 3, 4. JANICE K. DIETL FHA 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 3; Section Recreation Chairman 4; GAA 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2; Musical 1: Volleyball 2; Annual Staff 3, 4; Editor 4; Art Club 3; Munch 'N' Music 2; Who’s Who 4. CHARLOTTE HELDEBRANDT EDGECOMBE Homecominb Court 3; Prom Court 3; Office Worker 3. PERRY ALAN HOPWOOD Lettermen's Club 2, 3; N Club 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys' Track 1, 3; Homecoming Court 2; Prom Court 4. 118 Activity List laseball 1; Boys' Jhristmas Coun : VarietyKhow |5, 4; S3 R; Green, r Farmer krm'2;'Sf Wiward 4. 2, 3, 4; Baskeib; Council It-Volet King 3: |4omecoj Christinas Court _jClub-l 3;.,hfcl SANDRA-GAA 1,2,3; ,Cll Songsters 1,2, 'N' Musi lOUCK GAA 1,2,3; Secretary 3; N Club GIukus 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1; Munck 'N' Music 2; Guidance OfficJ Worker 3, 4; Volleyball 2, 3, Bowling 2, 3, 4; Student Society of Foresters Scholarship 4. CATHY ANN MERR1MAN GAA 1, 2, 3; N Club 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Girls' Track 2: Girls' Basketball 4; Valentine's Court 4: Annual Staff 4; Class Sec.- Songsters 1, 2, a, 4; Musical 1: Munch 'N' Music 2; Library tsrbfk?Y'2: Snanilh Club 4; Christmas CourtT- Annira 1-Staff Coun ristmas Court 2; ;; Annual Staff 4 Prom 4; Layout Editor 4; Art Club 3; President Ai-l iety Show 3, 4; Veto's Who 3, 4; Art Award Chorus Award 1. I ' “ Baseball 1,2, al Staff ing Cov.ri 1 Lett - dmen IK KIRK n'S Clujd IANELLE LYN JANSSEN GAA 1, 2, 3; Point Chairman 2; Sporthc j2jTCTO| TVj ms , L, 2; Chee rleader Incoming ourt 1, 4: Queen Uw-Worih: 4- ShooflBMi wit3fTi ANN KOCUR 4; Historian GAA 1. 2 Ac Girls K KROE Wrestlirtg Annual Staff 4; Assistant Editor 4; Photographer 4; Office Worker 4; Library Worker 1; Class Vice-President 3; Betty Crocker Award 4; Who's Who 3,4. COLLEEN MARIE JOHNSON FHA 1; GAA 1, 2, 3; N Club 4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1; Munch 'N' Music 2; Girls' Track 1, 3, 4; Bowling 3, 4; Girls' Tennis 4; Annual Staff 4; Office Worker 4; Variety Show 3, 4; Who's Who 3, 4. CYNTHIA CHARLENE JOHNSON GAA 1, 2, 3; Cheerleader 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Songsters 4; Girls' Track 1; Volleyball 1; Student Council 4; Vice President 4: Christmas Court 3, 4; Office Worker 3; Variety Show 3, 4. KAREN SUE JOHNSON LANCE L. Chorus 1, 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4: Musical 1; Variety Show 3, 4. LARJ1Y PHltlP LEHNEN, JR. Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1,2, 4; Songsters 2, 3, 4: Musical 1; Prom Server 2; Annual Staff An Club 3; Variety Show 3, 4; Boys’ State 3; Who's Who 4: Music Camp 3. CURTIS L. LIPE Valentine's Court 2; Homecoming Coun 3; Christmas Coun 1; Class Vice-President 1. MAUREEN RUTH MARLEY GAA 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 4; Christmas Coun 3; Annual Staff 4; Section Editor; An Club 3; Jnt4: variety Show 4; National Catholic Valentine's Coun 2: Homecoming Coun 3; Prom Court 3; Prom Server 2; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Photographer 4. DAVID THOMAS PAVOLKO Lenermen's Club 2, 3; N Club 4; nd 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1; 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 3, 4; Boys' Track 1,2,3, 4; Server 2; Variety Show 3, l 4: Vice-Pres. Band 4; Football Captain 4; Boys' State 3. JEFFREY JAMES PELLEGRINI Lettermen’s Club 3; N Club 4; Basketball 1; Wrestling 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4; President 4: Christmas Coun 4; Annual Staff 4; Photographer 4; Prom Court 4. DEBRA JEAN PORTER GAA 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1 ■ 2. 3, 4: ic Annual Staff 4; Section Editor; Library Worker 2, 3,4; Variety Show 3, 4; Activity List 1 19 Spanish Club 4; Illinois State Scholar 4; Who's Who 4; Prom Court 4. SUSAN MARIE RUPPERT FFA 1; FHA 1; GAA 1, 2, 3; N Club 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Girls' Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 2 3, 4; Bowling 3, 4; Girls' Basketball 4; Prom Server 2; Library Worker 3, 4; Variety Show 3,4: Bausch and Lomb Award 4. JOAN MARIE SAATKAMP GAA 1. 2; N Club 4: Girls' Tra 1,2,3: Volleyball 3, 4: Homecoming Court 4. PHYLLIS J. SAATKAMP Library Worker 4. THOMAS DALE SCHNARRE Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Songsters 1, 2, 3, 4: Musical 1; Prom Server 2; Annual Staff 4; Art Club 3: Variety Show 3, 4; Boys' State 3; Who’s Who 3; Music Award 4. — CONNIE SUE SCHWARM GAA 1, 2, 3; Cheerleader 1; Volleyball 3, 4: Christmas Court 1: Prom Server 2. WILLIAM JAY SCHWEIZER FFA 1, 2, 3. 1: Dairy Judging Team 1, 2, 3, 4: Wrestling 1,2, o. 1: Captain 4; Prom Court 4; King 4. lifc LEANNE MAE SEIFERT GAA 1, 2, 3; Band 1: Prom' Court 3: Office Worker 3,4. 'WXVnE SKINNER Lettermen's Club 2, 3; N Club 4: Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Songsters 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1: Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys' Track 2; Variety Show 3, 4: Presidential Classroom 4; Music Camp 4. PATRICIA LYNN SPEARS GAA 1, 2, 3: N Club 4; Chorus 3; Girls' Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 4; President 4; Volleyball , 4; Annual Staff 4; Office Vv rker 3: Art Club 3; Variety [W 3, 4: Who's Who 4; Illinois State Scholar 4; Walter W. Ross Bnorial Scholarship Award. HN MICHAEL STOMBAUGH :ttermen's Club 2, 3: N Club 4; land 1, 2; Musical 1; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain 3; Valentine's Court 4; Christmas Court 3. MARY ANNE WUNDERLICH GAA 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1: Spanish Club 4: Treasurer 4; Library Club 2, 3, 4: Prom Server 2; Variety Show 3,4. 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