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

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1978 volume:

OLD NOKOMIS - 1978 NOKOMIS HIGH SCHOOL NOKOMIS, ILLINOIS VOLUME LXI EDITOR - JOE GASPARICH CO-EDITORS - CAROL MERRIMAN KIM MARLEY SPONSOR - MRS. PENNY DEWERFF 2 THE GAME OF LIFE MONOPOLIZES Instructions: 365 students, 1 principal, 25 teachers, and 183 school days. The goal of this game is to make many friends, to get few detentions And gain the most knowledge while moving from Square one freshman to square four senior. 3 THE PATHWAY TO OUR CAREERS And here's wishing you Luck and Success as you leave our High School, NHS. The game of Life we'll always play, remembering those special days. When all the good times we once shared was a special way of saying we cared. 5 Motto: 1 'The key to the future is in our hands.'1 Flower: Carnation Colors: Orange and White Kathy Meiners Secretary-Treasurer Kim Cearlock Vice-President 6 ( idhju ft SjLA bh xJ) LI BASS gjL Jb.g ObwAJUJUL £.. SfjCjL rr Prr Twryvop -rn w(j -zry-yy 'r VQ Crvrrrro tv rfc t T)ooAjj oi_ c d ei jL SVU (ancu C- % vV C$ UZUjuC2. 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Halleman L. Hamlin A. Hard J. Hart J. Havera K. Heck R. Hill M. Hopwood 1. Humphries R. Jachino M. Janssen P. Janssen H. Johnson G. Johnson L. Johnson R. Jones B. Jostes S. Keele G. Keller J. Kottwitz J. Kottwitz M. Kottwitz K. Lahman K. Leigh W. Leigh L. Lewis C. Marley OURS HAS TO BE THE BEST, AS ALWAYS, AND WE WORK TO MAKE IT SO. 19 M. Marley T. Marquess V. McElroy K. Merriman M. Merriman S. Merriman P. Millburg S. Miller J. Neisler K. Olinger K. Ovca P. Pavolka D. Pieper E. Rhodes J. Ruppert M. Sanders K. Seifert D. Seibert M. Simpkins J. Smith R. Sowash W. Spears A. Stewart D. Strazer J. Swaney C. Umberger C. Weller D. West J. Wilson C. Wunderlich APRIL BRINGS THE DANCE AND MANY CHOICES OF WHAT OUR SENIOR YEAR WILL BE. Not Pictured K. Black D. Elliot S. Heldebrandt H. Johnson B. Rompasky L. Stolte 21 22 B. Armstrong J. Bealey B. Bishop C. Braye C. Brown J. Burk J. Butler S. Cachera K. Cearlock D. Clavin S. Clavin J. Dunaway C. Durbin T. Epley F. Fleet D. Fox D. Fox G. Franze A. Fullerton L. Funk S. Gehlbach J. Gonet J. Griifin J. Griffin J. Grunenwald G. Hall G. Hancock M. Hand D. Hart S. Heldebrandt SOPHOMORES, A YEAR OLDER, WE CONFIDENTLY LEARN TO DRIVE. SWEET SIXTEEN BRINGS MANY MEMORIES, . . . 24 S. Henrichsmeyer C. Hill M. Hill M. Hoehn M. Hoehn L. Hrabak C. Huber B. Janssen D. Johnson M. Johnson R. Johnson S. Johnson B. Johnson M. Jones J. Jostes J. Kiefer D. Lemanski C. Lipe D. Livingston R. Maples S. Marcell D. Matthews G. Me C a llum D. McClain M. Meiners A. Michael B. Michael L. Michael G. Miller R. Morris ... MANY TRIALS, MANY FRIENDS. SUDDENLY OUR HIGH SCHOOL YEARS ARE HALF BEHIND US 25 J. Nash G. Niehaus K. Niswander T. Oiler M. Pilgrim S. Porter S. Porter M. Poteet R. Ransdell D. Redeker C. Rhodes P. Rogers T. Ruppert K. Sanders J. Schniepp D. Schrempp B. Schwarm J. Schweizer G. Siebert S. Smalley J. Smith J. Spannagel S. Stauder M. Steele K. Stinson D. Wattjes V. West K. Williams M. Wilson J. Woolard Not Pictured D. Alexa J. Burdell J. Cline M. Rodden R. Stanley AND UPPERCLASSMEN WE BECOME WITH PRIDE. 26 27 Curt Janssen Greg Neisler Gail Hopwood President-Curt Janssen Vice-President-Greg Neisler Secretary-Treasurer-Gail Hopwood Sponsor-Mr. McCracken Motto - 1 'The door to success is labeled PUSH.'' Flower-White Rose tipped in blue Color-White and Blue K. Adkin S. Arkebauer S. Bauer S. Beck J. Bertolino J. Blankenship J. Boarman D. Bowers T. Brogdon J. Brown B. Brumberlow B. Cachera V. Carroll A. Chausse D. Clark K. Cravens K. Cravens E. Cress R. Crow D. Davis P. Daykin K. DeWerff T. DeWerff V. Easley S. Edgecombe E. Finley L. Foster G. Jones M. Gehlbach AS FRESHMAN, WE BEGIN WITH ANXIOUS GLANCES AT STRANGE FACES. B. Goodwin J. Hagemeier R. Halleman D. Hendrick T. Hicks S. Hoffman G. Hopwood T. Hopwood L. Huber P. Jachino C. Janssen G. Janssen J. Johnson M. Johnson G. Jostes N. Keele D. Reiser L. Keller S. Kroeger K. Lehman S. Lesko R. Lewis R. Lutz C. Madge J. Maretti P. Marley G. McCallum B. McDaniel E. Millburg 30 . . . NEW PLACES BRING NEW FEARS. AS THE YEAR UNFOLDS, LAUGHTER MAKES ALL FAMILIAR, J. Milligan K. Moms C. Neisler G. Neisler M. Oke R. Olinger S. Oltmanns K. Pavolka D. Pieper E. Reese D. Renaker L. Rompasky S. Ruffing B. Ruppert P. Ruppert R. Shanks L. Sloan B. Spears G. Stauder E. Tester C. Tuetken B. Wayne J. Whitlow M. Wise K. Wiseman D. Wright D. Wright B. Wyatt D. Young Not Pictured D. Friesland T. Fox B. McDaniel S. Lemanski WE LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT THREE YEARS. J2 33 TEACHERS BECOME PATHFINDERS Mr. Steve Lee: Biology I and 11 Mrs. Mildred Wunderlich: Algebra 1 and II, Advanced Math Mr. Duane Douglas: General Science, Chemistry, Physics Mr. James Eisenbarth: American History Mr. Richard Seelbach: General Math, Geometry, Ge -ography Mr. David Dechenne: Government, Psychology, Contemporary Affairs 34 AS THEY STRESS CONCENTRATION Miss Sue Ellen Thomas: Typing 1 Mis. Nancy Carlock: General Business, English III, Consumer Education Mrs. Lillian Taylor: Typing 1 and II, Shorthand I and II, Office Practice Mr. Bill Vangel: Boys P. E. Mrs. Pat Hadley: Girls P. E. 35 TO KEEP GRADES Mr. Roger Craft: Art 1, II and III, Athletic Director Mr. John Snopko: Small Engines, Industrial Arts 1 and II, Advanced Agriculture II Mr. Carl Fieldbinder: Driver Education Miss Catherine Mathias: Home Economics, Foods, Clothing 1 and II, Child Care Occupations Mr. Maurice Meyer: Soils, Floriculture, Plant Science, Turf Management, Feeds, Electricity, Large Engines 36 Mr. Robert Brown: Industrial Arts I, II and III OUT OF JEOPARDY Mrs. Rose Bogle: Library Mrs. Penny DeWerff: Journalism, Writing, English II, Modem Literature Mrs. Rita Westenberger: Basic English, English 1 and II Mrs. Jan Schneider: Spanish I, II and III, Speech, English III Mrs. Maxine Tosetti: Choir 37 Mr. Joe Davito: Band OKAW — AN AIDE IN OUR “CAREERS” The Vandalia Area Vocational Center provides a place for students to develop a trade for their future. The faculty aids the development of skills in students in such areas as: Building Trades, Auto Body, Machine Shop, Auto Mechanics, Metal Worldng, and Nursing. 18 MASTERMINDS Mr. Janes was asked to comment on his educational philosophy. 1 'My perception of a school system is one which views the total school community as a living, growing organism. As such I feel my major objective is to see that each part of the organism functions in such a manner so as to produce a unified educational program throughout the district which is synergistic, yet which allows each contributing unit to retain its own identity.'1 Mr. Larry Janes: Superintendent La vena Reese and Pauline Bems: Unit Secretaries mmm 40 Board Members-Seated: Mr. James Bertolino, Mr. Wilmer Johnson, Mr. James Funk. Standing: Mr. Eugene Johnson, Mr. Dennis Matthews, Mr. Bliss Parker, Mr. Fred Fesser. IN EDUCATION Mr. Ronald Davis: Principal Mr. Davis and Mr. McCracken were asked to give their goals as principal and guidance counselor. 1 'My goal as principal is to be fair, just, and understanding to needs of all students and to ensure their getting the education needed for future employment, schooling, and socializa -tion.1 11 Mrs. Eula Jean Cesaretti: Secretary 1 'My goal as counselor at Nokomis High School will be a continued effort to aid students in making decisions and choices that will result in the widest range of post high school experiences of the highest quality.'' 41 Mr. Victor McCracken: Guidance Counselor STUDENTS HELP HOLD THE SCHOOL TOGETHER Library Workers Back Row-Standing: Kristy Olinger, Candy Weller, Ann Stewart Front Row-Sitting: Robin Porter, Monica Marley, Mrs. Bogle, Linda Clark Mr. McCracken's Office Workers Standing: Mr. McCracken, Reona Lutz, Nancy DeWerff Sitting: Pam Pavolka, Gail Keller, Pam Voils Standing: Mr. Davis, Sheryl Blankenship, Marla Stauder, Jolene Hagemeier, Lisa Johnson, Joan Johnson, Kathy Lehman Kneeling: Rhonda Fesser, Diane Janssen, Carol Merriman, Darlene Daugherty 42 THE HANDYMAN TEAM Janitors: Dale Seagle, Liz Armstrong, Bill Pieper. All of these people work behind the scenes. The janitors work very hard every day of the week cleaning up the messes in our school. The cooks slave over boiling water and heated ovens everyday to serve us tasty meals. And Fritz, the maintenance man, works hard at making sure every thing is working properly, and makes sure the job gets done if something isn't working. We would like to say to all of these people ' 'thanks'' for all of the unappreciated work you have done for us these past 4 years. — the Seniors Cooks: Helen Poteet, Shirley Pavolka, Jackie Finley. Maintenance Personnel: Fred Kettlekamp. 44 Left to right: John Marley, Gail Franzen, Lisa Johnson, Paula Janssen, Jim Blankenship, Dorothy Matthews, Karen Lehman, Lana Foster, Chris Friesland, Julie Burk, Gail Keller, Bill Steele STUDENT COUNCIL PROMOTES “HAPPY DAYS” PRESIDENT: Julie Burk SPONSOR: Mrs. DeWerff SECRETARY: Lisa Johnson TREASURER: Chris Friesland The 1977-78 Student Council has been more active than in past years. Besides sponsoring the Homecoming Dance on October 29 and the Valentine Dance on February 18, the Council sponsored two student assemblies. On April 4, Allen Ross entertained the student body with a variety of music. The Council also purchased equipment for noontime activities. pg 47 “N” CLUB AND OFFICERS First row: Robin Porter, Debbie West, Laura Funk, Brenda Jostes, Chris Wunderlich, Tina Flowers, Jodi Wilson, Gail Keller, Debby Pieper, Bryan Kimbro, John Keating, Dan Matthews, Colby Bra ye, Barry Epley, Kurt Johnson, Greg Archibald. Second row: Kathy Meiners, Carol Merriman, Rhonda Fesser, Richard Jachino, Jim Brookshire, Charles Friesland, Lisa Edgecombe, David Ad-den, Jim Havera, Wes Spears, Roger Craft. Third row: John Marley, Mark Bertolino, Curt Hag-gemeier, Scott Keele, K. C. Hall, Greg O'Malley, Mark Wiseman, Phil Blazich, Frank Alexa. Secretary: Dan Matthews President: Greg O'Malley Vice-president: Lisa Edgecombe Sponsor: Mr. Craft Treasurer: Tina Flowers 46 F.H.A. STRIVES FOR “PERFECTION’ Standing: Karen Cravens, Debbie Rhodes, Candy Weller, Ann Stewart, Jody Grunenwald, Sheryl Beck, Debbie Fox, Janet Whitlow, Susan Lemanski. Sitting: Miss Mathias (sponsor), Diane Lemanski, Brenda Carroll, Sandy Porter, Francis Fleet. POINTS: Jody Grunenwald SECRETARY: Sandy Porter PUBLIC RELATIONS: Debbie Fox VICE PRESIDENT: Diane Lemanski PRESIDENT: Brenda Carroll TREASURER: Francis Fleet F.H.A. has had a successful year. During the Christmas season, F.H.A. members helped the Volunteer Service Coordinator by making puppets for the needy children. The F.H.A. participated in the Sectional Skill-shop at Carlinville. Three girls won first place ribbons and one won a second place in the ' 'Sewing Pleasure'' class. Francis Fleet was elected Sectional Treasurer. Also, three girls went to the F.H.A. State Convention and Skillshop held in Decatur. During the recent year, the F.H.A. members have visited the Nursing Home and shared with them their many talents, such as putting on a puppet show. To finish the year, the F.H.A. 'ers held an awards tea and banquet. 47 F.H.A. IN “OPERATION” Superior Rating-Puppetry: Brenda Carroll, Francis First Place - Sewing: Jody Crunenwald Fleet Watch the birdies, girls! Sectional Treasurer: Francis Fleet A short consultation. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA Row 1: Steve Oltman, Dorothy Matthews, Doug Young, Mr. Meyer, Advisor, Earl Tester, Virgil Easley, Kristy Olinger. Row 2: Greg McCallum, Rosemary Maples, Bob Armstrong, Eric Cress, Daryl Reiser, Leroy Huber, Barry Spears, Joe Neisier, Greg Neisler, Row 3: Jim Milligian, Danny Clavin, Paul Marley, Mike Hand, Mark Hoehn, Louis Sloan, Joe Spannagel, Kent Croone. Row 4: Jim Brookshire, Mike Oltman, Mark Berto-lino, Danny Matthews, Ronnie Ransdell, Curt Hagameir, Joe Beasley, Leo Beasley, Danny Johnson. Row S: Bob Daller, Dallas Redeker, Greg Archibald, Nick Eshelby, Dennis Hand, John Keating, Don Redeker, Wes Spears FFA has had another very good year. The members have received many awards during the past year. As always the FFA has been responsible for running the popcorn stand at all home Football and Basketball games, and for their annual magazine sales. Mr. Meyer has lead the FFA to a very successful year. Officers: Standing-Mr. Meyer, Advisor, Mike Oltman, Historian Sitting-Dorothy Matthews, Reporter, Greg Archibald, Treasurer, Mark Bertolino, Vice President, Danny Matthews, President, Joe Neisler, Secretary, John Keating, Sentinel 49 “TEAM UP FOR SUCCESS” Poultry Judging- State and Sectional- B. Spears, Grain Judging- G. McCallum, M. Hand, J. P. Marley, W. Spears, M. Bertolino, E. Tester Beasley, not pictured Jim Kiefer. 50 THE BAND PLAYS “NAME THAT TUNE” First Row: Sheryl Porter, Vicki West, Laura Funk, Brenda Jostes, Lisa Foster, Kathy Lehman, Linda Funk, Priscilla Rogers. Second Row: Denise Hugener, Terri Carroll, Barb Goodwin, Sandy Kroeger, Lenya Forston, Lorraine Alexander, Karen Lehman, Reona Lutz, Jill Boarman, Jim Schniepp, Jean Kottwitz, June Kottwitz. Third Row: Dan McClain, Jim Milligan, Steve Oltman, Penny Pavolka, Jacque Clark, Paul Marley, Ann Marie Fullerton, Steve Hoffman, Curt Janssen, Eric Cress, Brent Rodeck, Joe Beasley, Mike Hill. Fourth Row: Mr. Davito, Bill Steele, Bob Jones, Rusty Hill, Brad Cachera, Tim Brogdon. Band Director: Mr. Davito, Band Officers: President-Bill Steele; Vice-President-Laura Funk; Secretary-Lisa Foster. Under the direction of Mr. Joe Davito the N.H.S. participated in the Christmas concert, the Variety show, and the spring concert. 51 CHORUS AND SONGSTERS Officers- Secretary-Treasurer: Cindy Burk; Vice-President-Tammy Hagemeier: President: Chris Friesland, Mrs. Tosetti. Among the activities Chorus participated in during the 77-78 school year are a winter concert; Christmas carrolling at White Oaks Mall; the Music Festival, which was held at Nokomis this year, and the Variety show. They also sang at Baccalaureate. Accompanists- Charlene Hill, Laura Funk, Charles Friesland, Mrs. Tosetti, Bill Steele. First Row- Ann Stewart, Jody Grunenwald, Francis Fleet, Cindy Brown, Brenda Carroll, Julie Burk, Kristy Cearlock, Debbie Pieper, Veronica McElroy, Shannon Ruffing. Second Row- Vicky Carroll, Cindy Neisler, Natalie Keele, Debby Rhodes, Clarissa Wheeling, Tammy Hagemeier, Pam Pavolka, Kim Cearlock, Cindy Burk, Chris Friesland, Karen Lehman, Gail Hopwood, Missy Oke, Tracey Hopwood, Monica Marley. Third Row- Beverly Wyatt, Jill Borman, Barb Goodwin, Sheryl Beck, Terri Carroll, Danny Wright, Brent Rodeck, Mark Hopwood, Bill Steele, Lori Rom-paski, Dawn Pieper, Dee Dee Hendricks, Sandy Arkebauer, Robin Shanks, Jolene Hagemeier, Charlene Huber, Rosemary Maples. Fourth Row- Sharon Johnson, Joe Michaels, Jacque Clark, Mike Hill, Jean Kottwitz, John Blair, June Kottwitz, Tom Brogden, Laura Funk, Jim Blankenship, Charlene Hill. “TURN ON” TO MUSIC The Songsters, consisting of four Sopranos, four Altos, and five Bases have had a very busy year singing for various organizations and community activities. Among these were The Right to Life Organization, the Altar Society, Senior Citizens, Rotary, and the Cof-feen Carnival. Some of the songs they sang were Nobody Does it Better, Family of Man, Touch Me in the Morning and You are the Sunshine of My Life. Songsters sing for the Band Awards Banquet 53 First row bottom to top: Joe Michael, Jim Blankenship, Tim Brogdon, Charles Friesland. Second row: Charlene Hill, Kim Cearlock, Christy Friesland. Third row: Sharon Johnson, Jacque Clark, Laura Funk, Tammy Hagemeier, Mike Hill, Jean Kottwitz, John Blair, Cindy Burk, Brad Cachera, June Kottwitz. EL JUEGO DE VIDA DE LOS ESPANOLES The purpose of the Spanish club is to promote interest in language and foreign culture. They learn of different areas of the world and some students have the opportunity to visit these places. Club members participate in money making activities such as bake sales and raffles. The club helps support our AFS Chapter in Nokomis. There are always decisions to make and things to do. Officers: President - Kathy Ovca, Vice-President-Cindy Burk, Secretary-Patsy Crow, Treasurer-Sandy Gehlbach, Reporter-Kirn Cearlock, Sponsor-Mrs. Schneider. VIAJAND0 PA1 EXTRA NJE R 0 AFRICA A Seated Left To Right: Kim Cearlock, Sheryl Porter, Kathy Ovca, Chris Wunderlich, Lori Michaels. Standing Left To Right: Sponsor-Mrs. Schneider, Dorothy Matthews, Laura Funk, Kathy DeWerff, Linda Funk, Sandy Gehlbach, June Kottwitz, Cindy Burk, Patsy Crow. 54 THE GAME OF LIFE OF THE SPANISH. ANNUAL STAFF Standing: Bryan Kimbro, Kathy Meiners, Diane Janssen, Teresa Foster, Carol Merriman, Pam Voils, Cindy Burk, Cherri Hurst, Linda Hoehn, Robin Porter, Julie Bertolino, Nancy DeWerff. Seated, Row 1: Bill Steele, John Marley, Rhonda Fesser. Row 2: Joe Gasparich, Glenda Beck, Kim Marley, Becky Armstrong. Row 3: Mrs. DeWerff (Yearbook Sponsor), Kim Cearlock. The 1977-78 Annual Staff, which consisted of twenty-one seniors, worked diligently throughout the year to present our 1978 yearbook. The theme of the yearbook, 1 'Games,'1 proved to be a fitting name because the staff went through much aggravation trying to meet deadlines after missing so many school days. Because of this, the staff had to work even harder to finish the yearbook on time. 55 Glenda Beck, Financial Manager; Pam Voils, Photographer; Carol Merriman, Asst. Editor; Joe Gasparich, Editor; Kim Marley, Asst. Editor NEWSPAPER STAFF MAKES HEADLINES Left to right: Nancy DeWerff, Financial Manager; Diana Cachera, Ad Chairman; Cindy Burk, Editor; Becky Armstrong, Asst. Editor. This year the newspaper staff made headlines by printing the schools first real newspaper, The Redskin Review. Local merchants contributed greatly to the newspaper with many advertisements, while the Free-Press allowed us to use many machines necessary in printing the paper. The paper was printed monthly with such columns as, Coach of the Month, Bomb of the Month, and horoscopes. The newspaper was a success and was enjoyed by everyone . 5b NOKOMIS CHEERLEADERS First row: Kim Pavolka, Beverly Wyatt, Linda Keller, Dawn Pieper, Missy Wilson, Lana Foster. Second row: Vicki West, Brenda Jostes, Sponsor Mrs. Barb Craft, Lisa Edgecombe, Lori Michaels. Third row: Pam Voils. Kathy Meiners. Junior Varsity cheerleaders, front to back: Dawn Pieper, Lana Foster, Missy Wilson, Beverly Wyatt, Linda Keller, and Kim Pavolka. THE SPIRIT OF N.H.S. Varsity Football Cheerleaders, left to right: Brenda Jostes, Lisa Edgecombe, Pam Voils, Kathy Meiners, Vicki West, Lori Michaels. Front to back: Vicki West, Pam Voils, Brenda Jostes, Lisa Edgecombe, Kathy Meiners, Lori Michaels. This past year the Varsity and Junior varsity cheerleaders attended camp in Greencastle, Indiana. Many hours were spent learning cheers and chants in onder to get the crowd involved. Several pom pom routines were also learned, and performed during pep assemblies and half time at the football games. The varsity squad received a first place ribbon after being evaluated on the last day. The cheerleaders also worked throughout the year to make money by selling eggs, raffling a free ticket to home football games, and coat check. The varsity cheerleaders also treated the football players to banana splits at the end of the home games. 59 THE BEST IN 57 YEARS Front row: Joe Gasparich, Tracy Epley, Mike Rodden, Kevin Williams, Richard Jachino, Frank Alexa, Joe Michael, Ron Ransdell. Second row: Duke Fox, Phil Blazich, Danny Matthews, Dave Wilson, Jeff Butler, Rick Arkebauer, Mike Meiners, K. C. Hall. Row Three: Head Coach Bill Vang el, Mike Steele, Colby Braye, Bryan Kimbro, Tim Marquess, Rob Kates, Mark Carlock, Mark Wiseman, Greg O'Malley, Asst, coach Steve Lee. Row four: Curt Hagemeier, Barry Epley, Dallas Redeker, David Adden, Nick Eshelby, Kurt Johnson, Robert Jones, Gerry Hall, Coach Rick Brueckner. f | ft Nokomis Pana 19 8 Shelbyville Virden 0 .6 . PS I Southwestern 13 f 25 Lakeview 14 • 33 Mt. Olive 6 48 Carlinville 24 27 Staunton 8 26 Gillespie 13 27 Gibson City 14 35 Mahomet Seymour 41 14 The 1977 Redskins Varsity football team finished with a 9-2 season. They accomplished something no other Nokomis team has in 57 years. They were undisputed conference champs and went on to play in the state playoffs, where they became one of the top 8 teams in the state in the 2-A class. The Redskins were defeated by Pana in the opening game of the season, but went on to win 9 straight games, and lost to eventual state champs Mahomet-Seymour. In order to advance to the playoffs the Redskins had to win the last three games of the regular season against Carlinville, Staunton, and Gillespie. These three games are always the most difficult and often determine if the Redskins go to the playoffs. After defeating Carlinville 27-24; Staunton 26-8; and Gillespie 27-13, the Redskins defeated the Gibson City Greyhounds in the first round of the playoffs, with a score of 35-14. Season Record 9-2 Over three thousand fans crowded into the Nokomis stands, only to see Mahomet-Seymour defeat Nokomis by a score of 41-14. Congratulations Redskins on a great season! ALL CONFERENCE PLAYERS-CAPTAINS AND COACHES This season the Redskins put a record number of players on the All Conference Team. There were eight players with these honors: First team: B. Epley, off. and def. halfback; P. Blazich, off. center; D. Adden, def. end; B. Kim-bro, linebacker; R. Kates, def. tackle; K. Johnson, def. guard. Second team: K. C. Hall, off. guard; C. Braye, off. end and def. back; M. Carlock, linebacker; R. Kates, off tackle; P. Blazich, def. tackle. Honorable Mention: M. Wiseman, back; T. Marquess, back. Pictured above front row: K. Johnson, B. Epley, C. Hagemeier, R. Kates, B. Kimbro, P. Blazich. Second row: C. Braye, K.C. Hall, T. Marquess, M. Carlock, M. Wiseman, D. Adden. Captains and Coach: P. Blazich, C. Hagemeier, Coach B. Vangel, R. Kates, B. Epley. 61 PLENTY OF ACTION IN ’77 jr: r «x 62 FRESHMEN FINISH WITH 3-4 SEASON Second Row: Coach Rick Neisler. First row: Danny Wright, Kent Wiseman, Ed Finley, Ed Reese, Greg Brueckner, Tim Brogdon, Jim Blankenship, Bob Lewis, Jim Milligan WHAT AN ADVANTAGE Standing: C. Wunderlich, C. Burk, D. West, S. Gehlbach, Coach Thomas, P. Pavolka, J. Kottwitz, J. Kottwitz, G. Franzen. Sitting: D. Alexa, A. Fullerton, R. Lutz, D. Pieper, D. Matthews, C. Hill, S. Ar-kebauer. S-T-R-E-T-C-H! Where did it go? 64 Look out Billie Jean! Hit it Jean (or June)! ? Back off Turkey! It's a hit! Oh such fun. 65 Step across this fence-1 dare ya. SA September 15 Vandalia Away September 22 Hillsboro Away September 26 Greenville Home September 29 Glenwood Away October 3 Shelbyville Away October 6 St. Teresa Home October 11 Glenwood Home October 13 Hillsboro Home October 17 St. Teresa Away October 21 District Vandalia Girls Tennis Schedule 1977 The Girls Tennis Team record this year was 0-9. However, this is no indication of how hard the team worked throughout the many weeks of practice. The number one position was rotated between Cindy Burk, Penny Pavolka, and Debbie Pieper. As a whole, the team worked hard for individual achievement and for the benefit of the team. I wish this match would start! What's so funny? What's the score? ! Where's the ball? 66 VOLLEYBALL SQUADS HAVE A “SPIKING” SEASON Kneeling from left to right: Missy Oke, Julie Burk, Middle row: Coach Hadley, Robin Porter, Joni Johnson, Julie Schweizer, Gail Keller, Carol Merriman, Marla Stauder, Sharon Johnson. Last row: Rhonda Fesser, Tammy Hagemeier, Nancy DeWerff, Kathy Ovca, Diana Cachera. CAPTAINS, left to right: Nancy DeWerff, Tammy Hagemeier, Carol Merriman. NOKOM1S REDSKINS GIRL'S VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE 1977 Sept. 20 Litchfield H Sept. 29 Southwestern A Oct. 4 Carlin ville A Oct. 6 Mt. Olive H Oct. 11 Gillespie H Oct. 13 Staunton H Oct. 20 Virden A Oct. 25 Southwestern H Oct. 27 Carlinville H Nov. 1 Raymond- H Lincolnwood Nov. 5 County Tournament Nov. 7 Witt A Nov. 8 Mt. Olive A Nov. 10 Gillespie A Nov. 15 Staunton A Nov. 19 Pana H Nov. 21 Morrisonville A Nov. 22 Virden H The 1977 Varsity Volleyball Team record this year was 10 wins, 12 loses. The girls worked super hard this year, trying new techniques j but the competition was tough. But as our elders tell us, it isn't if you win or lose, it's how you play the game that counts. (And the girls played WELL! ) 67 VARSITY SNAPS 68 J.V. ‘SETS UP’ FOR NEXT YEAR Bottom row left to right: Lori Rompasky, Kathy DeWerff, Julie Burk, Jolene Hagemeier, Gail Keller, Coach Hadley, Middle row: Jill Bertolino, Sharon Johnson, Missy Oke, Marilyn Janssen, Cristy Tuet-ken, Sheryl Porter. Top row: Shari Lesko, Gail Janssen, Paula Janssen, Sue Clavin, Julie Schweizer, Denise Bowers. Captains left to right: Julie Schweizer, Gail Keller, Julie Burk, Sharon Johnson. NOKOMIS REDSKINS Girl's Volleyball Schedule 1977 Sept. 20 Litchfield H Sept. 29 Southwestern A Oct. 4 Carlin ville A Oct. 6 Mt. Olive H Oct. 11 Gillespie H Oct. 13 Staunton H Oct. 20 Virden A Oct. 25 Southwestern H Oct. 27 Carlinville H Nov. 1 Raymond- lincolnwood H Nov. 5 County Tournament Nov. 7 Witt A Nov. 8 Mt. Olive A Nov. 10 Gillespie A Nov. 15 Staunton A Nov. 19 Pana H Nov. 21 Morrisonville A Nov. 22 Virden H The 1977 Junior Varsity record was 2 wins and 14 losses. Since most of the J.V. girls were first year starters, they had a lot of learning to do. The girls learned a lot about Volleyball. We hope that they will continue to use the techniques they learned throughout the next three years. Luck and Success to J V. 'SETS UP’ FOR NEXT YEAR ! 69 J.V. IN ‘ACTION’ 70 ANOTHER GREAT YEAR ROW 1 Coach Craft, Richard Jachino, Mark Bertolino, Charles Friesland, Danny Clavin, Trainer Gasparich, Row 2 Curt Hagemeier, Steve Cachera, Scott Keele, Don Redeker, Dennis Hand, John Keating, Greg Archibald, Barry Epley. The Nokomis Redskins finished their 1977-78 season with a 17-9 record. The Redskins placed second in the conference, and Piasa finished first. The 77-78 season also saw us placing second in the Vandalia Holiday Tournament and second in the Shelbyville Invitational Tournament. Greg Archibald was placed on the Decatur all-area team and Greg also made first team all-conference. Barry Epley and Scott Keele were placed on the all conference team - Honorable Mention. In addition to these players the Redskins were aided by the efforts of Danny Clavin, John Keating and, Curt Hagemeier. This years bench consisted of Don Redeker, Dennis Hand, Richard Jachino, Charles Friesland, Mark Bertolino and Steve Cachera. Danny Clavin became ball-handling guard for the Redskins during the Vandalia Tournament and pulled the Redskins together for the rest of the year. John Keating was the years 1 '6th man'1 and was the years leading free throw percentage shooter. Curt Hagemeier handled the ball for the Redskins the first part of the year and moved to forward when Danny Clavin took over. The fans went wild this year as always, rallying behind Blaz, our Indian Chief; and our cheerleaders kept our winning spirit alive, long after other team's died. Through the efforts of our players, the Redskins won a lot of games that looked less than hopeful. GOOD JOB NHS BASKETBALL J.V., SOPHOMORES, AND FRESHMEN COMPETE Junior Varsity: B. Schwarm, T. Epley, J. Brookshire, S. Cachera, M. Poteet, D. Redeker, N. Eshelby. W. Spears, M. Meiners, C. Friesland • M. Bertolino, D. Clavin, R. Jachino, and Coach Brueckner, kneeling. Sophomores: B. Schwarm, M. Johnson, T. Epley, D. Clavin, M. Meiners, B. Johnson, G. Hall, S. Cachera, M. Poteet, D. McClain, D. Redeker, Coach Brueckner Freshmen: P. Jachino J. Blankenship, D. Wright, M. Wise Coach Guidish, B. Cachera, L. Huber, E. Finley, K. Wiseman 72 FAST ACTION IS What an alert group Arch puts one up ' 'Second'' is hard to take Scenes from an action packed season Reams is Cornered THE NAME OF THE GAME I Nokomis 55 45 45 55 54 60 60 70 62 55 61 65 47 43 77 85 58 64 77 72 56 49 77 59 59 Varsity Record Glenwood Vandalia Pana Carlin ville Gillespie Litchfield Staunton Dieterich Vandalia Virden Piasa Shelbyville Robinson Pana Raymond Mt. Olive Piasa Staunton Mt. Olive Virden Carlin ville Gillespie Morrisonville Beacher City Stew-Straus Opponents 61 4 JV Record Nokomis Opponents 46 Glenwood 61 44 lib 1 Vandalia 55 52 Pana 61 61 Litchfield 54 71 Staunton 44 70 Petersburgh - Porta 66 61 Lincoln wood 59 40 Mt. Zion 56 45 Chatham - Glenwood 57 77 Morrisonville 60 Sophomore Record Nokomis 59 Carlin ville 60 Gillespie 65 Staunton 57 Virden 39 Southwestern 33 Pana 64 Mt. Olive 49 Staunton 57 Mt. Olive 58 Virden 53 Carlinville 70 54 Gillespie Opponents 32 30 57 62 54 49 42 68 51 28 57 50 37 Freshman Record Nokomis 62 49 71 52 56 42 55 52 62 44 51 38 67 40 Hillsboro Morrisonville Staunton Chatham - Glenwood Litchfield Raymond Shelbyville Vandalia Hillsboro Litchfield Effingham Petersburgh - Porta Pana Mt. Zion Opponents 33 54 33 42 82 58 63 67 41 71 60 45 53 60 I m 75 VARSITY GIRL’S BASKETBALL Sitting: Shelly Sanders, Sharon Johnson, Chris Wunderlich, Dee Dee Hendrick. Standing: Gail Franzen, Missy Oke, Sandy Arkebauer, Sue Clavin, Linda Funk, Melissa Hoehn, Nancy DeWerff, Penny Pavolka, Coach Kyle The girls had a 8-9 record for the 1977-78 basketball year. Girls Basketball is becoming a more popular sport in many schools. Nokomis has a really good team of girls this year. All of them showed good sportsmanship throughout the season. Shelly Sanders was chosen all Tournament Center at the Carrollton Tournament this year. 1- 3 Shelbyville H 1- 7 Mt. Zion H 1- 9 Gillespie H 1-12 Virden H 1-16 Hillsboro H 1-23 Shelbyville A 1-27 Bunker Hill A 1-30 Gillespie A 2- 2 Hillsboro A 2- 4 Carrollton A 2- 9 Carlin ville A 2-11 Mt. Zion A 2-13 Virden A 2-14 Springfield SE H 2-20 Bunker Hill H 2-23 2-27- Carlin ville H 3- 4 Carrollton Invitational Tournament Varsity Captain: Nancy DeWerff 76 VARSITY “SNAPS” 'It's a jump ball. 'And it's Nan with a lay up.1 77 'Watch out for those balls.1 'It's Shelly for a shot.' J.V. ‘REBOUNDS’ FOR A WINNING SEASON Kneeling: Coach Kyle. Standing left to right: Jill Bertolino, Chris Wunderlich, Linda Funk, Gail Franzen, Missy Hoehn, Sue Clavin, Debbie Fox, Judy Dunaway, Missy Oke, Sandy Arkebauer, Lori Rompasky. The Junior Varsity had a good season winning 8 and losing only 5. The J.V. gained the experience they need to make an outstanding team for next year. Coach Kyle worked with many Freshmen this year. Freshman, DeeDee Hendrick had the highest average of 5.9 points per game. Sandy Arkebauer followed averaging 4.2 points per game. Next year looks promising and we wish them the best! SfirahreT 78 BASKETBALL ACTION Jan. 3 Shelbyville H Jan. 7 Mt. Zion H Jan. 9 Gillespie H Jan. 12 Virden H Jan. 16 Hillsboro H Jan. 23 Shelbyville A Jan. 27 Bunker Hill A Jan. 30 Gillespie A Feb. 2 Hillsboro A Feb. 4 Carrollton A Feb. 9 Carlinville A Feb. 11 Mt. Zion A Feb. 13 Virden A Feb. 14 Springfield Southeast H Feb. 20 Bunker Hill H Feb. 23 Carlinville H 79 ’78 WRESTLING Left to Right-Joe Michaels, Frank Alexa, Phil Blazich, Dan Matthews, Mike Steele, David Wright, Kent Croon, Bob Armstrong, Steve Oltmann. Kneeling left to right- Matt Jones, Mike Rodden, Brent Rodeck, Coach Lee, Bill Steele, Dave Wilson, Steve Oltmanns TOURNAMENT WINNERS Mt. Olive Dan Matthews-3rd Phil Blazich-2nd Buffalo Tri-City Dan Matthe%vs-3rd Phil Blazich - 2nd Frank Alexa-3rd Biconference Frank Alexa-3rd Phil Blazich-4th Fighting both the weather and inexperience, the NHS wrestling squad finished their 1977-78 campaign with a respectable 2-7 record. Lacking lettermen and wrestlers to fill the 10S, 185, and HW classes, (creating an 18 pt. deficit), the Redskins still managed to perform well in both dual and tournament competition. Best individual competition performances were notched by seniors Frank Alexa, Dan Matthews, and Phil Blazich. As a team the 4th place finish at the eight team Buffalo Tri-City tournament marked their best effort of the year. MOST VALUABLE WRESTLER Danny Matthews 80 THE MOMENT OF SUCCESS THEN A TIME TO RELAX 82 GIRLS TRACK Sitting left to right: Missy Wilson, Jill Boarman, Gail Hopwood, Dee Dee Hendrick, Laura Funk, Coach Thomas. Kneeling left to right: Vicki West, Anamarie Fullerton, Brenda Jostes, Kim Cearlock, Sharon Johnson, Linda Funk, Anita Chausse, Tracey Hopwood. Standing left to right: Kathy Meiners, Kim Pavolka, Tina Flowers, Lisa Edgecombe, Lana Foster, Gina Jostes, Jolene Hagemeier, Karen Lehman. What a throw! Truck it Missy and Gina ! S-t-r-e-t-c-h those legs! Go-Sharon-Go! 83 April 5 1978 Girls Track Schedule At Gillespie 4:00 April 6 At Rochester (with 4:15 April 13 Buffalo-Tri-City) At Raymond (with 4:00 April 17 Morrison ville) At Mt. Olive 4:00 April 18 At Litchfield 4:00 April 27 At Pana 4:30 April 28 At Hillsboro 4:30 May 6 Montgomery County May 8 Track Meet At Raymond 4:00 May 10 South Central May 15 Conference Track Meet District at Pana This year the Girls Track Team worked hard for individual accomplishments as well as team effort. Under the direction of Coach Thomas, the girls' long, hard hours of practice paid off as they broke several school records. Those records include: Tina Flowers, long jump, 14'6 , 110 yd. hurdles, 17.4 sec., 220 yd. hurdles, 34.0 sec., Kathy Meiners, discus, llO'O , Linda Funk 440 yd. dash, 69.5 sec., Laura Funk, 2 mile run, 14:20 min., Sharon Johnson, mile run, 6:31.9 min., Lana Foster, 880 yd. run, 2:46.9 min., Tina Flowers, Sharon Johnson, lisa Edgecombe, Dee Dee Hendrick, 440 yd. relay, 56.1 sec., Karen Lehman , Jolene Hagemeier, Jill Boarman, Brenda Jostes, 880 yd. medley, 2:23.5 min., Lana Foster, Jolene Hagemeier, Gail Hopwood, Linda Funk, mile relay, 5:02.4 min. The Seniors closed out their track careers with their first Victory ever over Mt. Olive, beating them by a score of 66-61. It was exciting down to the last event, the mile relay, which won the meet. 84 85 IT WAS A QUESTION OF WEATHER, Sitting left to right: Kent Wiseman, Leroy Huber, Brad Janssen, Danny Wright, Greg O'Malley, Dallas Redeker, Jim Milligan, and Joe Michael. Standing left to right: Ben Schwarm, Bill Bass, Tracy Epley, Charles Friesland, Mark Wiseman, Barry Epley, Nate Marquess, Greg Archibald, Coach Davis, Scott Keele and Ron Frazier. Despite the snow and rain, which caused eight scheduled games to be cancelled, the Redskins tied in the conference at 10-2 with Mt. Olive. They finished the season with a 13-6 record. Scott Keele, winner of the Jim Bottomley Award, led the team with a .368 average. Curt Hagemeier, winner of the Red Ruffing Award, was the leading pitcher with 6 wins and 3 losses. Barry Epley was selected to play in the 4th annual all-star game at Peoria on June 23. All-conference selections were Curt Hagemeier, Barry Epley, Scott Keele, and Ben Schwarm. Honorable mention went to Greg O'Malley, Phil Blazich and Mark Wiseman. The first day of the season? 86 WHETHER WE PLAYED OR NOT 87 FIRST IT SNOWED; THEN IT RAINED 88 WE WON THE REGIONAL BUT WE LOST THE SECTIONAL 90 HOMECOMING ’77 ■3d Ttt ttX 1° 00G5 N L 91 JUST YOU’N ME Row Is Angie DeWerff, Queen Lisa Foster, Jim Tester. Row 2: Pat Jachino, Reona Lutz, Vicki West, Brenda Jostes, Retiring Queen Stephanie McElroy, Lisa Edgecombe, Tammy Bowers, Tracey Ruppert, Jolene Hagemeier. Row 3: Mike Meiners, Scott Keele, John Marley, Standing in for retiring King Bud Foster, is Rob Kates, King Nick Eshelby, Jim Havera, Joey Gonet and Brad Cachera. Just You 'nMe was the theme of the 1977 Homecoming Dance, held on the evening of October 29, 1977. The music was provided by Cheap Mink. FIRE’N UP SOME FUN 9} YOU LIGHT UP MY LIFE First Row: Frank Steele-gift bearer, Queen Kathy Meiners, Rebecca Maretti-crown bearer. Second Row: DeeDee Hendrick, Denise Alexa, Linda Clark, Retiring Queen Jan Cassidy, King Danny Matthews, Kyra Jostes, Kathy Lehman, Joy Smith, and Anita Chausse. Third Row: Kent Wiseman, Danny Clavin, Jim Havera, Joe Gasparich, Retiring King Denny Umburger, Duke Johnson, Tracey Epley, and David Wright. The Christmas Dance was held December 16, 1977. Danny Matthews and Kathy Meiners were crowned at coronation. ' 'Treasure'' was the band for the evening. The dance theme was You Light Up My Life . 94 SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 95 QUEEN MARLA AND KING GREG First Row: Crownbearer Rachel Davis, Queen Marla Stauder, Giftbearer Bryan Toberman. Second Row: Leroy Huber, Kim Pavolka, Rose Mary Maples, Monica Marley, Darlene Daugherty, King Greg Archibald, Retiring Queen Jan Ruppert, Tina Flowers, Julie Burk, Ben Schwarm, Lana Foster, Greg Niesler. Third Row: Joe Gonet, Richard Jachino, Greg O'Malley, Retiring King Mike Clavin, and Peter Milburg. The Valentines Dance was held February 18, 1978. The band for the evening was ' 'Treasure ''. Marla Stauder and Greg Archibald were crowned at the coronation. % YOU’RE IN MY HEART 97 THE WAY I FEEL TONIGHT First row: Queen Carol Merriman; Lynette Reese and Mike Crow, crown bearers. Standing left to right: Juniors Scott Keele, Tina Flowers, Jim Havera, Kathy Lehman, Richard Jachino, Rhonda Halleman, King Bryan Kimbro, Tim Marquess, Retiring Queen Karen Ruppert. Seniors: Kim Marley, John Keating, Pam Voils, and Bill Steele. The 1978 Junior-Senior Prom, ' 'The Way I Feel Tonight'', began at 8 o'clock on the evening of April 29th in the High School Cafeteria. A fountain decorated the center floor and couples danced beneath a shower of stars. Bryan Kimbro and Carol Merriman were crowned King and Queen of the Prom. The Music was provided by ' 'Lightnin'' and was enjoyed by everyone. 98 1978 Prom King Bryan Kimbro and Queen Carol Merriman 1978 PROM CANDIDATES Junior Candidates Rhonda Halleman and Richard Jachino Junior Candidates Tina Flowers and Scott Keele 99 SOFT SOUNDS, SOFT LIGHT, MAKING MEMORIES 11 100 VARIETY ’78 Snoopy Sniffers Hey Look Me Over Chicken Woman To The Rescue Dancers Hobos Jacque Clark Our Emcees Kim and Cindy HeeHaw Directors hard at work 102 Mouse Concert Tammy Hagemeier Chris Friesland Life is a Song ' 'Variety 78'' which was the fourth annual variety show held at Nokomis High School was a great success. It was attended by over nine hundred people. The shows 21 acts consisted of musical numbers and comedy skits. The addition of a new sound system helped to make this show one of the best. There was a lot of hard work envolved in the show but everyone working had a great time. 103 FHA BANQUET AND AWARDS First row left to right: Ann Stewart received a third in State; Brenda Carroll received a 1st; Frances Fleet received a 1st, and an Outstanding; Debbie Rhodes received the Honored Senior Award; Second row, Janet Whitlow received a 3rd; Jody Grunenwald received a 2nd; Candy Weller received a 4th; not pictured are Sandy Porter, and Susan Lemanski both of which received a 4th in State competition. The F.H. A. held a banquet on April 11, 1978 to feature the student projects which won awards at state competition. Kendra Redfem of Farmersville, 1978-79 Sectional President, was the guest speaker. A delicious meal was prepared by the members and served by the F.F.A. to both members and guests. On May 16, 1978 the F.H. A. held an awards night and style show. Each state winner was given recognition for her achievement. Many parents and guests attended . 104 All eyes are on the puppet show. F.F.A. “AT 50” BANQUET Sectional Winners - Production Award District Winners - Production Award F.F.A. presents Nick with an inscribed jacket. Leroy Huber won the Star Green -hand Award and Danny Matthews received the DeKalb Award. The F.F.A. Awards Banquet was held Thursday, April 4th in the cafeteria. Dee Sokolsky, National Vice President of F. F. A. from the Western Region was the featured speaker. Dee Sokolsky-Nat'l V.P. from Western Region Mike Hand-Chapter Farmer Award Mr. Meyer commented that 1977-78 was the best year that he has had as an advisor, and that the outstanding performances by all club members accounted for this. Some of the highlights of the year included the placement of the teams. Soil judging received 4th; parliamentary procedure received 3rd; Ag. mechanics received 6th; public speaking received 3rd and 5th; grain judging received 8th; meat judging received 9th; poultry received 1st and 4th in state; livestock re-3rd; dairy received 9th; and horse judging received 9th in state. There were also nine production award winners for sectional and four district award winners; one state award winner; four received state farmer degrees; and one received a star agri-businessman award. At the conclusion of the banquet, Mr. Meyer was given a standing ovation by F.F.A. members and guests for a job well done. Mr. Meyer speaks to guests. Jim Milligan-Greenhand Award Mark Bertolino-Farm Management Award 105 ATHLETIC BANQUET First row-Sandy Gehlbach, Nancy Dewerff, Barry Epley, Bryan Kimbro, Penny Pavolka. Second row-Tina Flowers, Kathy Meiners, John Keating, Greg Archibald, Dan Matthews, Shelly Sanders The eighth annual athletic banquet was held May 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the Nokomis High School gymnasium. Three hundred and fifty people attended to enjoy the delicious food prepared by the Omicron Delta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi and highlights of the sports season presented by each coach. The Booster Club sponsored the banquet to honor athletes for their achievements. The following people won awards: Sandy Gehlbach-top points scorer in girls' tennis Nancy DeWerff-most valuable girls' athlete, high points scorer, girls' volleyball, best defensive player girls' basketball Barry Epley-Most valuable boys' athlete, best defensive player, boys' basketball, most valuable, player football offensive Bryan Kimbro-most valuable defensive player football Penny Pavolka-top rebounder girls' basketball Tina Flowers-most points scored in girls' track Kathy Meiners-most valuable senior cheerleader, 3rd highest points' scorer in girls track John Keating-top free throw percentage boys' basketball Greg Archibald-top rebounder boys' basketball Dan Matthews-most valuable senior wrestler Shelly Sanders-top free throw percentage girls' basketball 106 Athletes of the year: Nancy DeWerff and Barry Epley GRADUATION EVE 1978 Graduation is such a big day and such a hassle ! After four long years there's still one ceremony to go through to make graduating official. Is it worth it? Think of all the things you have to remember and of all the things that can go wrong. You have to remember to mail out invitations, order thank you notes, press your gown, have your picture taken, wear shoes you won't trip in, and put the tassle on the correct side (which side?) ... You worry that it might be hot, that it might rain, (it almost did, remember the thunder), that the speeches will be long and boring, or that you'll forget to shake hands when you get the diploma ... And then there's the receiving line, and you'll try not to cry too much or laugh too loud even though it is the last time you'll see so and so, or the last time you'll play in the band ... Then hooray! graduation is over with; but before you can P-E-E-L out of that parking lot, you have to turn in your cap and gown. You do get to keep the tassle though ... what a lot of hassle for a little tassle ! 107 WHAT ALOT OF HASSLE SUPER ACHIEVERS no 4.5 HONORS - Joe Gasparich, Rhonda McDonald, Diane Janssen, Cindy Burk, Glenda Beck, Kurt Johnson, K.C. Hall. Bill Steele BOYS STATE— Richard Jachino, Wes Spears, Pete Millburg, Charles Friesland Kevin Hall IN THE GAME OF ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS Kurt Johnson .. OF MIND AND MUSCLE DAR Award - Carol Merriman Dekalb Award - Danny Matthews Presidential Classroom - Cindy Burk Outstanding Cheerleader - Kathy Meiners - Montgomery County National Foundation March of Dimes Outstanding Athlete - Barry Epley Outstanding Athlete - Nancy DeWerff 112 “CONNECT FOUR” TO PLACE IN ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT BOWL Early in April Nokomis was invited to take part in the First Annual Academic Achievement Bowl to be held at Hillsboro High School on May 13, 1978. Teachers were asked to recommend three students from each class and to submit questions from their field of academics. Those receiving the highest number of votes are the ten pictured below. Practice sessions were held in the library during activity period and four finalist were chosen. They were Curtis Janssen, Fresh., Jim Kiefer Soph., Peter Millburg Jr., and K. C. Hall, Mrs. Rita Westenberger was the coach, assisted by Mrs. Mildred Wunderlich. Seated are Linda Keller, Chris Wunderlich, Missy Hoehn, and Linda Funk. Standing are Mrs. Mildred Wunderlich, Ben Schwarm, Jim Kiefer, Joe Neisler, Peter Millburg, K.C. Hall, Curt Janssen and Mrs. Rita Westenberger. Not pictured is Chris Umberger. Nokomis High School placed 4th out of 16 teams in the Hillsboro Academic Achievement Bowl. First place went to Lincoln High School, Lincoln, Illinois; second place went to Jacksonville High School, Jacksonville Illinois; and third place went to Greenville High School, Greenville Illinois. Led by Peter Millburg, Nokomis beat Effingham St. Anthony' s by 49 - 11, and Eisenhower - Decatur by 29-35. In the third round Nokomis lost to Jacksonville 35 to 34 and in the race for third, they were downed by Greenville 28 to 13. The trophy was presented by Senator Davidson, who was very proud of Nokomis because they were the only team in his district to place in the tournament. Coach Mrs. Rita Westenberger, Curt Janssen, Peter Millburg, K.C. Hall, Jim Kiefer, and Senator Davidson. 113 A SALUTE TO THE ’78 SENIORS Our memories of relationships and shared experiences will ever be imprinted on our minds. Our days have been unique. After four years of preparation, we have finally arrived at the point when we shall also reflect onto those years which we enter as we go forward to meet the world and the challenges it will bring. 114 115 116 Today's the day 1 graduate; To this school I come no more. This, my goal of the last 12 years, Is what I've been waiting for. The days were laced with fun and games Along with my growing up; I've developed a personality — I've had to measure up. Not only to tests and teachers — Had to make it with my peers; And now that the struggle is over, I feel like shedding tears. I'm going to miss my classmates And the teachers' constant calls; I'm going to miss the notes and such We passed along the halls. But with the diploma comes a sad Thought growing inside of me; My adolescent years are gone — 1 must now face reality. — Grace E. Layne 117 PARTING SHOTS 118 IN THE LEARNING GAME 119 THE GAME DOESN’T CHANGE AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS