Norfolk High School - Milestone Yearbook (Norfolk, NE)

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What makes a senior? m s newborn babies they were lovingly I welcomed into their parents' lives and homes. They were cuddled, cared for, and looked after. 4s they grew older, they learned about life and were eager to finish school and join the real'' world. They were the past children, the present seniors, and the future working class of America. The class of '85 had come a long way since that first day of each of their lives. However, if it hadn't been for a great number of special people along the way, they would never have made it. Parents, relatives, friends, teachers, teachers, and more teachers all helped form each individual senior. 4s they sat waiting for their diplomas on the last day of their childhood , they realized that they would be entering the challenging and hectic adult” life, no more school unless college plans were in their future, no more homework, and no more teachers. But they also realized that the 255 member family of seniors was being broken up that day. Memories of school days past ran through their heads and an occasional tear slipped out as they realized that those days had been the best days of their lives. Elmer Saitz awards Alka Desal and Cindy Adams plaques for outstanding work in science. Mrs. Carol Barney congratulates Todd Feigate after he was announced 1985 Milestone Boy at the honors Program. ORADUA TIOn 15

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What's in store for summer? nsi qualifiers are Front row: Carrie Lichliter, Jill Shermer, Faulet Marotz, Trish Llngenfelter: and Linda Carr. Back Row: Ed Ehrenfried, John Qlanzer. AJay Desai, and Jim Luedke. Bob Mann and Jim Cox share a moment after being announced Boys’ State qualifiers. 14 BOYS' STATE NS1 j y ne juniors were selected to attend the I Ml riebraska Scholars Institute (NSI) this summer. NSI was a two-week program for talented and gifted students with unique educational experiences in math science, social science, communication, journalism, and integrated arts. Students were chosen on the basis of abilities, aptitudes,and potential contribution. The students will have a chance to make new friends that share their same interests,” stated Bill Beard, junior counselor. Junior Jill Shermer said, think it's going to be a lot of fun, and will give everyone a chance to meet new people.” Juniors Bob Mann and Jim Cox participated in Comhusker Boys' State. Mann and Cox, along with 400 other Nebraska high school boys, spent six days on the University of Nebraska Lincoln campus. They learned about citizenship and state government. They also campaigned and elected their own state, county, and city officials. It's an excellent opportunity for students to get a close look at government activities, ” stated Mr. Beard. I'm really looking forward to going to Lincoln. Staying on campus and going to the workshops will be a whole new experience,” commented Jim Cox.

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The day dawned sunny and wanv with a slight breeze to help cool the air. But what could be used to cool the excitement of 255 NhS seniors who were just starting out on the threshold of the future? On graduation day, the members of the class of '85 walked up the steps as seniors, grasped the future by the diplomas, and walked down the other side as adults. Valedictorian Lori Frady, Salutatorian Greg Allyn, and third-ranked Alka Desai gave speeches concerning the theme, Reflections and Aspirations. Principal Jeff Burkink presented the class while the president of the Norfolk School Board Don Dieter, passed out diplomas. Dr. James Merritt, superintendent, announced the top ten ranked seniors. Besides the top three, they included: Bev Bremer, Kristi Kruse, Nancy Olson, Chris Schaefer, Shane Steffens, Jennifer Wagner, and Kristi Wesseln. Memorial Field, Sunday, May 19, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. was the setting of this joyous occasion - the ninety-seventh annual commencement of NhS. Dan Feenstra accepts his diploma from the president of the schoc board, Don Dieter. Mrs. Robin Sobansky presents DeAnne Munson with her national fiono Society certificate. Brian Soukup, Scott Sokol, and Jo Smith wait anxiously in line befon receiving their diplomas. 16 GRADUATIOn