North High School - Polar Bear Yearbook (Des Moines, IA)

Text from Pages 1 - 148 of the 1977 volume:

S5S9E OD THINGS DON ' T COME EAS 1977 Polar Bear North High School 501 Holcomb Des Moines, Iowa Colors: Pink and Green Mascott: Polar Bear Song: North High, North High, Dear Old North High, We have a love for you that will never die. As long as you stand, we will stand by, Dear Old, Dear Old North High. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2 - 6 Life 7 - 22 Class 23 - 36 Groups 37 - 62 Sports 63 - 88 Faces 89 - 11 8 Ads 119-132 Index 133-135 Conclusion 136 - 138 1977 was a year of many happenings — happenings which will stay- a part of each person who shared in them. These moments which occured told of the many modes of self- expression at North High. Robin Rae was crowned Homecoming Queen, Tim Steele got All-State pianist, and many students worked diligently at their studies, aiming at being in the top of their class. Many others also strove for success in different areas. Working against such odds as competition, lack of ability and time, these individuals found that good things don ' t come easy. At North, group activities and inter-school sports enabled students to become involved and work with others. Achievement for these activities involved overcoming the traditional problems of apathy, lack of support, and financial trouble. Yet changing a football team from one of losses to one of victories, or spending the time putt ing out a newspaper or staging a play, brought feelings of success and friendship which were both enjoyable and ego-boosting. Those who participated found that hard work was essential, but when good was reached rewards were high. 4 which occurred during the year generated many different kinds of emotions from everyone at North High. These feelings made impressions on just about everything: organizations, sports, friends. There was also a constant striving towards success by individuals and teams. Often the difference between winning and losing was very important. These good things didn ' t come too easy most of the time. Whether victory was found or not, the memory of the experience will last forever... Mixers, assemblies, banquets, Homecoming and Prom— these all seem to be highlights of each student ' s memory of North. Functions such as these enabled students to enjoy school life, to meet new people, and to feel a part of it. Social activities throughout the year were the result of hard work and persuasion. Because total involvement seemed to be a thing of the past, many students found that even more effort was required than usual in order to be successful. Financing was also a frequent problem. Whatever the case, those individuals who did participate in the many school functions gained warmth, friendship, enjoyment, and a lasting memory from each experience. Robin Rae ; Dan Reynolds Named A Valley fumble adds excitement to the close 3ueen,Mr. Polar Bear ride the float during halftime. Spirit week was held September 28 through October 2. Exciting things took place, like western day, bug races (seniors came out on top), and green and white day. On October 1 there was a spirit week pep assembly, where the Queen, Mr. Polar Bear, and the pri ncesses were announced. Before the game there was a parade from North to Lincoln High stadium. The Polar Bears were narrowly defeated in overtime. On Saturday, October 2 the Homecoming dance took place. A profit was made on the year ' s dance. Queen Robin Rae and escort Joe Smith taking a break after the crowning. Charlott Schomer shows great spirit for North 9 North shows enthusiasm during pep assembly. Darry Bailey presents a Homecoming poem. Cheerleaders show a different way to perform in a pep assembly. ■ Robin Rae shows Sandy DeFazio. Robin Rae, Dan Reynolds Shipman, Deanne Hodges, Janice Gray Assembly, Dance, highlights 10 Ml Cindy Peterson, Kathy Bloomquist. Linda were this year s Homecoming Attendants. Teachers and students get involved in dance. Spirit Week 11 John Bidwell receives honors at ROTC Banquet. Students work with children at Day Care Center. Students show true Polar Bear spirit at a basketball game. Dan Quinn expresses himself through his drafting talents! With the low enrollment this year students often found it harder to get involved in all the things they wanted to. Many of them worked on and refined one of their abilities or talents. It has enriched their lives and will be a great asset to them later on. Faces And Involvement 12 Gallagher stars as Charley in Flowers for Algernon Flowers for Algernon was the fall play and the first play of the year. It was presented November 1 2 and 13. The story is about a retarded man, named Charlie Gordon, who has a very different operation and turns into a genius. He then goes from a genius with an I.Q. of 185 back to a person with an I.Q. of 70. Rob Gallagher did an exceptionally good job in the lead role. The set was very different from other plays. Charlie ' s room was in the middle of the stage, the bakery where he worked was to the left and the doctors office to the right. A very good job to the characters and Mr. Thompson fordirecting a good play. Ron Denning, Becky Woodyard, and Ken Fisher show their bakery ability. Cast: Alice-Joan Kalwishky. Bernice-Barb Hunt, Bert-Steven Cree, Charlie-Rob Gallagher, Connie-Anne - Sandy DeFazio. Doris (nurse)-Chairlady-Marcie Hummer, Ellen-Trenda Quirk, Father-Mark Linebach Feldman, Mrs. Nemur-Emily Gould, Frank- Ron Denning, Gina-Becky Woodyard, Harvey-Doug Godwin, Joe-Kenny Fisher, Little Charlie-Kevin Godwin, Little Norma-Barb Godwin, Mother-Sue Poore, Mrs. Donner- Michelle Weeks, Mrs. Mooney-Leslie Rychel, Nemur-Craig Zeller, Norma-Lynn Burgett, Strauss-Muriel Bancroft and Teen Charlie-Brian Hutzell. Above: Leslie Rychel is scared of mice. Below: Muriel Bancroft, Craig Zeller, Steve Cree, Rob Gallagher, and Marcie Hummer. m J Above: Joan Kalwishky and Craig Zeller were some of the lead actors. 13 Craig Zeller and Emily Gould star in the Pajama Game w mm This year ' s fall musical was presented December 16 and 18. The play was the Sleep-Tite Pajama Company, which was fighting to get a 7-1 2 cent raise. During the fight the newforeman, played by Craig Zeller, fell in love with one of the employees played by Emily Gould. ■ 1 V Above: Craig Zeller and Emily Gould discuss the situation. CAST §L Hines K n Fisher p rez Rob Gallagher IP joe Doug Godwin Hasler Richard Peckham I Gladys Les,ie Rychel Sid Crai 9 teller Mabel L Y nne Burgett i Charlie steve Cree : • A Babe Emily Gould M t A Mae Muriel Bancroft A J m, Brenda Sandy DeFazio IT Poopsie Sue Poore Salesperson Marsha Stufflebeam p Q p Dennis Miller First Helper !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ke,| y Duf, y Second Helper Pa 1 McCollum Above: Richard Denning and Joan General Cast: Dave Cook, Richard Denning, Kathy Bloomquist, Diane Cooper, Kim Cox, Karen Fuson, Kalwishky show their dancing Denise Harding, Pam Hardy, Joan Kalwishky, Cheryl Mingo, Trinda Quirk, Gail Seymour, and Teri Teske. talents. Below: Members of the musical watch and listen. Below: Students act strange in front of camera! 14 Sport to Musical Assemblies Break Daytime Routine Assemblies were held in the auditorium during the fall sports. But during winter, sports assemblies often took place in the gym. Also programs such as, the North-East orchestra, and the multi-media campus life presentation, offered variety to the school day. Above: North has some new cheerleaders for 76 season. Below: North, East orchestra perform in auditorium. Above: Mike Richards and Tom Clay are good ice sitters. Below: Girls ' Basketball Coach Overton speaks at assembly. 15 The towns people gather for a Saturday night dance. Barbara Allen (Sue Poore) and John (Mark Linebach) are married. Dark of the moon involved a young witch-boy, John, (Mark Linebach), who fell in love with Barbara Allen, (Susan Poore). As the story goes, John wishes to become a human so that he can marry Barbara Allen. He goes to the Conjur man and woman (played by Steve Cree and Muriel Bancroft) who tells him that if Barbara Allen stays faithful to him for one year, he will become human. Well, needless to say, Barbara Allen betrays him on their anniversary. Some of the other cast players included: Dark Witch-Emily Gould, Fair Witch-Joan Kalwishky, Marvin Hudgens-Keith Gilchrist, Mrs. Allen-Tina Lewis, Mrs. Allen-Ron Denning, and Kelly Duffy as Preacher Haggler. It was a fine performance. The Conjur Man is played by Steve Cree. John asks Conjur Man to make him human. SPRING AND DARK O 16 The cast of Bye Bye Birdie in the telephone hour. Conrad does his thing while fans swoon. Bye Bye Birdie was a delightful musical comedy about a rock and roll singer who is drafted. His business manager, Albert Peterson, grabs a chance to make money and avoid financial disaster by selecting a young girl, Kim McAffee, and writes about Conrad ' s One Last Kiss. The cast includes: Albert Peterson-Rob Gallager, Conrad Birdie-Steve Cree, Rose Alverez-Denise Harding, Kim McAffee-Sandy DeFazio, Mr. and Mrs. McAffee-Kelly Duffy and Emily Gould, Mae Peterson- Muriel Bancroft, Hugo-Mark Linebach, Ursula-Trinda Quirk, Mrs. Merkle-Karen Fuson, Mayor-Denise Miller, Mayor ' s wife- Cheryl Mingo, Harvey Johnson-Ken Fisher, Mr. Johnson-Paul McCollum. Gloria Rasputin-Marsha Stufflebeam, Maude (bartender)-Craig Zeller, Teen Trio-Kathy Bloomquist, Sue Poore, Joan Kalwishky. Rose, Conrad, and Albert answer a reporter s question. Kim and Hugo tell each other that they have a special kind of love. THE MOON; BYE BYE BIRDIE 17 With the help of the annual assembly, pancake sales started and ended with a boom. The assembly was based on the Gong Show which featured Mr. Thompson as Chuck Berris. The Gong panelists were Forest Weber, Mr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Swanson, Mr. Lazear and special panelist was Mr. Tom Whitney County Supervisor. Pancake Day was held March 26 with record-breaking attendance. 18 A clan of seniors gathers together to pose for a picture. Kaylene Carr and Randy Matheny wait out the activities. Three couples show that they can dress for the occasion. Prom was a big success and many enjoyed it. FOR EVERY LIFE - - For Every Life A Dream was this year s Senior Prom theme. Many attended prom and all agree that it was one of the best of the year. It was a time where everyone could get together for one last time. - A DREAM 19 THE 1977 GRADUATING SENIOR CLASS at Vets Auditorium, May 22, I977. Debbie Brooks reflects on old memories and new beginnings. Vicki Samo and Cindy Peterson get prepared! It was a short three years and some fond memories will linger on. But we must go forth to better things. Congratulations and Best Wishes to the class of 77! FAREWELL SENIORS 20 Senior Banquet was held at the Holiday Inn Downtown Master of Ceremonies, Ron Rychel and Class President Kevin Donly. April 28, 1977. The speakers were Olga Hansen, Jerome Bevel, Becki Frein and Ron Rychel, Master of Ceromonies. It was an occasion that was enjoyd by many and that few will forget. HAPPY ENDINGS; NEW BEGINNINGS Our principal, Mr. Browned attended many of the senior functions. Tim Steele is this year s valedictorian. He earned many honors, one being presented by Mr. Chamberlain for accompaning the musical presenta- tions. The music theatre class sang their hearts out for entertainment on awards night, while parents and students listen. Seniors were honored on Awards Night held May 10 at North. Dan Wickett received a four year scholarship to Drake. Gregg Hardy was one of the recipients of a $500 Masonic award. All enjoyed the occasion and it will be long remembered. Nancy Richards was given many music awards for band. She was also one of the many who received certificates for being in the top 25% . SENIORS HONORED AT AWARDS NIGHT 22 North ' s curriculum offers many areas of study which will help students to shape their lives. The benefits of any educational experience don ' t come easy, and there were those students who chose to slide and take the easy way out. But others took a more tougher route, staying up each night working on homework from chemistry and Mr. Lazear ' s economics class. Whatever students chose to take, they learned during their years at North High. Top: Ruth Eason, Attendance Clk. Jean Eisenlauer Left: Wallace Nelson, Liaison Officer. Steno-Clerk Administration Faces Threat 24 Left: Frank Fair, Counselor Middle: Jean Hensley, Counseling Clk. Right: Louis Forrester, Media Assoc. _ I- Top: Lowell Perry, Counselor US) ) Bottom: Martin Pillers, Counselor (UHCoL Cs. ( €AAA Top: Phyllis Sellers, Librarian Bottom: JoAnn Dwiere, Library Clk. Closing or Merger Dowd. Betty - English Martin. Richard - English Thompson. John - Drama Jones. Mary Lynne - Tuinstra. Ted - English Learning - Disab. Nyman. Mike -Journalism Mason. Williams Spanish Kelly. Penny - Journalism Williams, John- Speech Debate Morison, Helen- Reading Above: Students work on English assignments. Left: Tony Hines eagerly gives speech. Right: L. J. Boyd listens to class discussion. Baldwin, Margaret- English 4 26 ENGLISH MATH There were some changes in the English departments this year. Room 248 was divided into three sections, while 246 was also used. This was arranged because classes would be smaller, and at the same time students would get a better concept of English. Also the Math department was headed up this year by three veteran Math teachers. The courses ranged from General Math to Calculus. ■ Top: Mr. Knee shows students how Algebra should work. Left: Bill Smith figures the radius of a circle. Upper Right: Moberly, Dick - Math. Middle Right: Mortensen, Harry - Math. Bottom Right: Knee, Orval - Math. I 27 Students eagerly work on government assignments. SOCIAL SCIENCE 28 Top: Public issues class got involved in outside activities. Right: Karen Hendrickson has her pencil ready for notes. Below: Fred Lazear explains to students how the government works. Lower: Involved students listen to teacher. liJJJIf Social Science classes had many activities going on around and outside of school. Sophomores and Juniors learned about the history of the world and the United States. Seniors studied economics and government to help them in the near future. 29 i i _. - r. i .. « Upper Left: Ronnie Bradford and Douge Wike are both busy in accounting class. Upper Right: Typing students prepare for five minute timings. Right: Pam Stubbs makes a filing transaction. Treichler, Sam; _ Funte, William; Blee, Mary Jane; Phoenix, Phyllis; Jackson, Betty; Overton, John; Hi BUSINESS EDUCATION Business education classes held numerous opportunities for students at North. All classes were d esigned to help prepare students who go on to college, and to give plenty of working experience to those who go into the working field. 30 31 SCIENCE The Science Department at North has only two Teachers, but both are experts in their field. Mr. Lefeld is in his first year at North and teaches Biology. Mr. Hutzell, a veteran at North, teaches Dscr. Chemistry, and Physics. Hutzell, Laurence; Chemistry Lehfeld, Charles; Biology Left: Cathy Zinzer gets involved in a Biology experiment. Right: Group work is not uncommon in Physics class. GYM STUDY HALL I I 1. Muell, Mary Helen; Phys. Ed. 2. Lewis, Dorothy; Study Hall 3. Quinn, Marilyn; Phys. Ed. 4. Glann, Alex; Phys. Ed. 5. Helms, Dennis; Phys. Ed. Top: Mr. Phillips flirts with study hall students. Below: Girls pick teams to play basketball.  J! Gym classes were co-ed again this year with many different types of activities to choose from. Mrs. Lewis, the study teacher, left this year because the size of study hall was too small. Many new machines were added to the student center though: snack machines, a juke box, a foosball table and various other types of machines. Top: Even girls work with weights. Below: Dave Cook tries to build his body on the military press. ARTS CRAFTS Druart. Carolyn; Art Swanson. Gerald; Crafts to Left; Craft students work on punch rug projects. Lower Left; Ed Lint designs a new style for his wax mold. Crafts and art were probably the most energetic classes at North. Students in art classes were involved with paintings and all types of rug making, whereas crafts people cut silk screens, worked with wood and even had a chance to make expensive jewelry. DRIVER S ED MUSIC Driver ' s education was introduced the second semester this year. Students had the chance to run the new cars into telephone poles and across curbs. Music classes were small again this year, but not without high spirits. Everyone in music was 100% devoted. Choir practice makes perfect. Belding, Frances; Driver ' s Koroch. Steve; Drivers Ed. 35 LUNCH AID CUSTODIANS Custodians at North fixed and prepared many items. Lunch room workers prepared student lunches and always cleaned up the messes. Si ?? i Custodians: Left to Right: Lawrence Pierick, Ramon Logsdon. Chet Pierson, Leo Seaney, John Luckaszow, John Brown, Geneva Taber, Roland Simpson, Howard Griffiths, Ward Peters. Above: Custodians are handymen all around the school. Lunch Aids: Mae Smith, Jeannine Pfister, Cleone Marken, Custodians: Left to Right: Garry Deaton, John Lawson, Kenneth Dorothy Fechner, Inez Fitzjgerold, Shirley Page, Helen Steinbach, Schwartztrauber, Veryl Viggers. Jeanne Cox. Dott Barney, Beulah Usher, lona Vernon, Helen Amadeo, Dorothy Tharp, Liz Fillman. 36 Band does the traditional N formation. During football season band members reported for practice at 7 a.m. each morning. Kneeling: Barb Hunt and Barb Chappas. ROW ONE: Mr. Killinger, Janice Gray, Cathy Allison, Robbie Brafford, LeAnn Patterson, Robin Rae, Celia Hayes, Lynne Burgett, Diane Rothman, Shelly McDonald, Becky Walden. ROW TWO: Alice Wilson, Muriel Bancroft, Marie Carlson, Caren Van Meter, Wes Baldwin, Emily Gould, Rhonda Brafford, Jean Madden, Bill Smith, Mike Rundle, Debbie Johnson, ROW THREE: April Hoch, Bruce Anderson, Warren Hastings, Shirley Markey, Kay Harvey, Grant Kerr, Kim Robinson, Karla Wigton, Mike Moore, Deanne Hodges, Deanna Armstrong. ROW FOUR: Michelle Weeks, Cheryl Calland, Brenda Kerr, Paul McCollom, Debbie Lee, Jim Brown, Greg Baker, Randy Filby, Debbie Dunshee, Darla Parker, and Barb Rae. Band, once again, repeated its past achievements at State Marching Band Contest at Creston this year, bringing home its sixth consecutive 1 rating. The band also performed during football and basketball games leading the crowds in cheers and spirit. Harding freshmen, for the first time, joined the band during marching and parade seasons. Mr. John Phillips narrated the band ' s musical events. Band forms the Harding freshmen 38 ROW FIVE: Lori Burford, Willa Ries, Dave Killinger, Peggy Staggs, Terry Foutch, Carla Garver, Karen Fuson, Bill Baldwin, Gail Smith, Tom Davisson, Margaret Hayes. ROW SIX: Penny Moeckl, Michelle Osberg, Sheryl Simms, Terri Wilson, Kim Miller, Laurie Vogel, Stephanie Vestal, Ken Warren, Debbie Allen, Nancy Richards, Denise Betts. ROW SEVEN: Carla Lathrum, Matt Ellis, Teresa Morrisey, Tim Steele, Mike Swift, Marty Miller, Brenda Witt, Lori Byas, Tracy Jones, Sheila Thoren, Linda Page. ROW EIGHT: Rene Clark, Terry Fritz, Jerry Mittag, Larry Knapp, Doug Godwin, Wes Hastings, Debbie Runyon. NOT PICTURED: Laurie Navin, Kathy Bloomquist, Bob Phoenix, Marcie Hummer, and Lisa Bachman. mil parallelogram showing its winning style at contest. Band entertains at the basketball games. So do the cheerleaders! Head Drum Majorette - Janice Gray Band President - Tom Davisson, Vice President - Nancy Richards, Secretary - Muriel Bancroft, Treasurer - Peggy Staggs, Uniform Chairman - Michelle Osberg, Flag Captains - Celia Hayes and Lynne Burgett, Kadet Colonels - Alice Wilson and Debbie Johnson join marching band 39 nil — ■ M rnr Kadets and Twirlers freeze while performing at the Webster City game. Where s everyone going? Celia Hayes leads the girls in a diagonal half-time drill. Band makes the traditional pre-game formation. Hang in there, girls, it s almost over! Kadets, Twirlers, Jazz Band 40 This year s All-State members are Nancy Richards, Michelle Osberg, Bruce Anderson, Dave Killinger, and Janice Gray. 5th hour Jazz Band lets the music rip! fare well Two old pals — Mr. Killinger and head drum major. Janice Gray. Many of the band activities are shown here. Five members made All-State against unbelievably tough compe- tition. Captains Celia Hayes and Lynne Burgett lead the Flag Twirlers, with Debbie Johnson and Alice Wilson as Kadet Colonels. The well- known Jazz Band also contributed to pep assemblies and Open House as well as other major events. in contests ■■HHHHHHIHIHHHHHIHHWMMBkt ROTC does their football flag-raising drill in the courtyard. ROTC is on the go! North High is happy to have Sergeant Curran as a new instructor at North. Active is the word to describe Norths ROTC program. Trips were taken. including an exciting tour of the Air National Guard Base and an interesting program at the Science center. Other activities were: ushering for Adult Education, and dramatic productions, and also color guard performances at football and basketball games. 42 Dennis McGilvra. Kathy Allen, King, Jim Hildreth, L. J. Boyd Ron FLIGHT D: Marie Parlee, John Bidwell, Flight Commander, West Letze, Dave Saunders, Larry Butler, Cheryl Mingo, Barry Farrel, Becky Nichols, Roger Chesire, Tobie Hobbs, Kerry Clabaugh, Vince Travis. HARDING ROTC: Row One:Richard Duemmell, Bob Anderson, Linda Troup, Susan Strike, Tom Smith, Rose Allen, Cheryl Ries, Sharon Cheshire. Row Two: Sergeant Curran, Ernest Bunch, Reggie Morrow, Tracy Steele, Pam Roberts, Kelly Rohde, Rhena Clabaugh, Donna Wright. Row Three: Jim Richie, Bret Gustin, Dennis Williams, Mike Allen, Kurt Bell, Melissa Morrissey, Brenda Sparks, Tammy Reynolds, Gary Kephart. Row Four: Barry Farrel, Mike Coffman, Laureen Kemp, Kim Brewer, Glenn Woodard, F. Tim Little, Leroy Johawnee, Tony Chandler, Eddie McGregor. —2 1 MY Major Leomozzi is the head of the ROTC program. 43 Cheerleaders are happy despite the rainy weather — they are Sue Poore, Becki Frein, Sandy DeFazio, Joan Kalwishky, Venus Hamilton, Robyn Brown and Debbie Rife. Not Pictured: Peggy Alexander. Touchdown 1 Km T Helping cheer is the Polar Bear mascot Kaylene Carr. ' We ' ve got spirit, yes we do! Varsity cheerleaders aroused spirit during the Pep Assemblies and games again this year. They shivered their way through football season and nervously cheered those too close for comfort basketball games. Sophomores also helped by cheering at games and Pep Assemblies. Cheerleaders get new The swimming and wrestling cheer leaders are sponsored by Miss Phoenix. Varsity Squad Cheerleaders have a perfect mount. Pictured: Marsha Stufflebeam, Julie Moberg, Cathy Allison, Cathy McCauley, Not Pictured: Debbie Rife, and Diane Rothman. (Not pictured: Beth McCauley) Go! Fight! Win! Cheerleaders show enthusiasm as they cheer at the sophomore football games uniforms, build morale 45 Tim Steele tackles a difficult piece at the piano. NORTH HIGH CHOIR: Row One: Sandy Bird, Emily Gould, Theresa Peterson, Theresa Jones. Row Two: Sue Poore, Darla Parker, Lynne Burgett, Diane Cooper, Barb Rae, Denise Harding. Row Three: Craig Zeller, Mike Moore, Tim Steele, Kelly j)uffy, Todd Foutch, and Keith Gilchrist. Tim Steele and Emily Gould made All-State this year. MIXED CHORUS: Row One: Leila Blackburn, Tammy Christenson, Patty Cook, Diedre Sitterle. Debbie Maier. Gale Smith, Terri Downs, Kathy Tomlinson. Row Two: Willa Ries, Shelly McDonald. Lorrie Barker. Ramona Reese, Jeannie Donovan, Pam Hardy, Tammy Roster. Row Three: Jennie Cole. Rhonda Brafford. Debbie Runyon, Tammy Mascaro, Tina Lewis, Lorrie Marchael, and Cheryl Sims. 46 Richard Denning and Muriel Bancroft help with the Christmas dinner. New things happened in the choir room. Directed by Mr. Chamberlin, the combined choirs, girls glee, mixed chorus, and some from Music Theatre presented An Early American Feast on December 5. An eight-course meal consisting of a turkey dinner and all the trimmings was served. During the meal different arrangements were performed. Accompanist Tim Steele was assisted by Barb Rae and a brass choir at different times during the program. Three hundred people attended and feasted in music, food and song. Music Theatre put on two musicals under the direction of Mr. Chamberlin and Mr. Thompson. Also, the North Star Singers continued their tradition of putting on performances for the community. Muriel Bancroft, Sue Poore and Lynne Burgett — Music Theater members in THE PAJAMA GAME. GIRLS GLEE: Row One: Terri Downs, Robin Patterson, Julie Carrington, and Donna Carr. Row Two: Kay Harvey, Debbie Robinson, Leanah Rindels, and Lisa Bachman. Ml MUSIC THEATER: Tim Steele at the piano. Row One: Kim Cox, Leslie Rychel, Denise Harding. Richard Denning. Pam Hardy, Doug Godwin, Sandy DeFazio, Craig Zeller, Emily Gould. Row Two: Marsha Stufflebeam, Richard Pecham, Terri Teske, Karen Fuson, Sue Poore, Kathy Bloomquist, Rob Gallagher, Muriel Bancroft. Row Three: Kelly Duffy, Paul McCollum, Lynn Burgett, Kenny Fisher, Dennis Miller, Cheryl Mingo. Gale Seymour, and Dave Cook. Mr. Chamberlin leads the choir during a full-scale rehearsal before the Feast. Music starts off on a high note! 47 Leon Foster shows his display of Vets Auditorium 0 DECA 3rd Hour Class: Tamara Parkey, Jennifer Hoffman, Jeff Greer, Patty Russell, Elaine Linebach, Ron Yazel, Ted Pilcher, Terri Burgett, Fred Nickens, Cathy Allison, Jim Milligan, Tammy Naylor. Mary Langloss, Lee Stoddard, Mark Meek, Bill Poe, and Mr. Treichler. Lee Stoddard and his display for Target. DECA 1st Hour Class: Julie Plymesser. Clifton Townsell, Julie Townsley, Leon Foster, Mike Whitney, and Randy Matheny; Vice Pres.. Not pictured: Willy Manning. 3rd Hour Officers: Ron Yazel; Pres., Elaine Linebach; Sec, Vicki Bertleson; Treas., Terri Burgett; Pari., and Mary Langloss; Reporter. Not pictured: Ted Pilcher; V. Pres. DECA, sponsored by Mr. Treichler, organized many fund raising activities this year, one being a basketball game against the High Hoopers. They also showed true polar pride as they attended area and state conferences with other Distributive Education Clubs throughout the State of Iowa. DECA BUSY 48 OEA OFFICERS: Dena Petty; V. Pres., Cathy Sanders; Treas., Teresa James; Historian, Paula McClish; Pres., Leann Patterson; Carl., Jodene Nelson; Sec, and Helen Oakley; Reporter. OEA 1st Hour: Ginny Garrison, Sandy McClish, and Stephanie Ball. Mrs. Jackson devotes a lot of her time to OEA. OEA 3rd Hour Class: Dena Petty, Cindy Bell, Brenda Cornwell, Celeste Blakely, Leann Patterson, Helen Oakley, Mary Jo Dawson, Teresa James, Paula McClish, Vicki Samo, Jodene Nelson, and Mrs. Jackson. AND OEA WERE OEA was busy raising money to attend the state, local, and national leadership conferences. These contests covered the many skills of office skills including accounting, job interviewing, A |TH COIwIPE ION and business math. January graduates were: Debbie Brooks, ¥¥■■■■ wwiwii i— i ■ wi Rhonda Moulder, Cindy Peterson, and Denise Walker. 49 KEY CLUB OFFICERS: V. Pres.; Ron Rychel, Pres. Dan Reynolds. Treas.; Kevin Donly, and Sec; Tom Davisson. KEY CLUB MEMBERS: Tom Davisson, Ron Rychel, Dan Reynolds, Greg Hardy, Jeff Weeks, Brad Chafa, Kevin Donly, Larry Reeves and Jerome Bevel. Kim Moses. Leila Blackburn, and Ann Dickinson at the meet. Swimtimers were not only active by timing the meets but also by showing genuine enthusiasm for the swimming teams. Sometimes you also found a few timers at each meet in the pool. Polar Bear pins were sold by Key Club members this year and when they weren ' t busy with sales, they were dining at the Barvarian House - a special privilege of being a Kiwana. SWIMTIMERS: Cheryl Sims, Linda Corsbie. Leila Blackburn, Cheryl Mingo, Ann Dickinson, Olga Hansen (captain). Debby Maier, Tammy Foster, Kathy Zinzer, Kim Moses, Michelle Chopard, and Liz Woods. Swimtimers Get Wet While Key Club Eats Out! 50 1 PEP CLUB: 1st Row; Robyn Brown, Peggy Alexander, Cheryl Calland, Debbie Allen, Ruby Bohall, Janet Lair, Kelly Breeden, Lorrie Barker, Leila Blackburn, Cindy Stanford. 2nd Row; Mr. Moberly, Sue Poore, Emily Gould, Lynne Burgett, Gale Seymour, Linda Corsby, Muriel Bancroft, Olga Hansen, Cheryl Sims, Tina Lewis, Debi Runyon, and Diedra Sitterle. Different reactions are shown at a Pep Club meeting. PEP CLUB OFFICERS: Paula McClish; treas., Denise Walker; sec, Cheryl Calland; pres., Mike Clayton; V. Pres., and Mr. Moberly; sponsor. Not pictured; Dave Cook; asst. sec. Pep Club with its membership at an all time high, plunged forward into such activities as the traditional selling of homecoming mums and football tags to paper drives. A Valentines Day Secret Service was held again this year with the spirit of Cupid and his helpers. Pep Club Membership Reaches All Time High— 108! 51 ART CLUB OFFICERS: Mark Catrenich, Treas. Dino Bryson, V. Pres., Sandy Pickering, Sec, Brenda Massey, Pres., Mrs. Druart. Sponsor. Not pictured: Randy Nutt. publicity manager. ART CLUB TEAM LEADERS. Darla Parker, Diane Marlin, Stephanie Ball, and Mrs. Druart. DIFFERENT CLUBS Larry Reeves and Rusty Davenport are busy looking through the many file cards used in debate. Art Club was responsible this year for promoting school spirit with the weekly game posters in the lobby. Their fortitude was a great asset to North. North was the first high school to start a debating team and fortunately they have been able to continue the tradition. This year the members gained experience through the many tournaments they attended. Although there were loses, the future is bright and promising. Wednesdays after school found the IIC Committee discussing such concerns as released time, contract P.E., student center rules, and other curricular programs. Debate can be fun, as shown by Dottie Lundeen and Vlcki Whitney. 52 Debaters: Mr. Williams; sponsor, Mark Whistler, Larry Reeves, Rusty Davenport, Tim Larson and Dottie Lundeen. Mr. Martin and Mr. Fitzgerald, listen intently at an 110 meeting. WORK TOGETHER TO BETTER NORTH Mr. Graziano spends much of his time conducting the IIC meetings. IIC members: Mr. Martin, Mona Reese, Mrs. Morrison, L.J. Boyd, Mrs. Druart, Mr. Graziano, Mrs. McAllister, Mr. Perry, Mr. Fitzgerald. Not Pictured: Liz Woods, Charles Horton, Matt Cox, Becki Frein, Marty Weber, Paul McCollom, Mr. Hutzell, Mr. Wiedemeier, Mrs. Baldwin, Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Muell. 53 Election Committee 1st Semester: Liz Woods, Tom Larson, Dan Reynolds, Lisa Sears, Becki Woodyard, Rusty Davenport. Project Committee 1st Semester: Jerome Bevel, Ron Rychel. Kevin Donly, Robin Petterson, L.J. Boyd, Jeannie Donovan. 1st Semester Officers: Robin Rae, Treas.; Darry Bailey, Pres.; Becki Frien, Sec; and Matt Cox, V. Pres. 2nd Semester Officers: Dan Reynolds, Pres.; Terri Wilson, Treas.; and Sandy De Fazio, Sec. Not pictured: Mike Sharr, V. Pres. Social Committee 1st Semester: Mike Sharr, Bret Cook, Leslie Rychel, Carla Garver, Cathy McCauley, Terri Wilson (not pictured). Mr. Lazear, who has been a great help with the student council this year, enjoys the Captain Video Game with Sargeant Curran. Student Council 54 Mr. Graziano contributed much The 1976 Homecoming float was sponsored time and effort working on the by Student Council. float. One of the main projects of this year s student council was to open the student center and create a fun place for all to enjoy. Many people attended mixers held after the basketball games. Student Council was busy this year improving the atmosphere of the student center. They helped to install the game room with an assortment of pinball and foosball tables and they also purchased a jukebox. Then of course for those who get an attack of hunger pains, vending machines were installed. One face was always seen in the center - that of Mr. Lazear. What would it be like if he wasn ' t there to give us change for our quarters? Mr. Hardy should also be commended for his support these past years. The council also sponsored mixers after the basketball games. Participation was high and the jukebox supplied the music. They also planned to work towards a track board. Due to Student Council, no one year could have been better than this one. Elections Committee 2nd Semester: L.J. Boyd, Kaylene Carr, Tim Larson, Kim Cox, Rusty Davenport. Not Pictured: Joan Kalwishky. Project Committee 2nd Semester: Barb Rae, Linda Shipman, Kevin Donly, Robin Patterson, Robin Rae. Not Pictured: Liz Woods. Social Committee 2nd Semester: Sue Morse, Cathy Allison, Lisa Sears, Becky Frein, Joan Kalwishky, Carla Garver. Not Pictured: Bret Cook. Comes Alive! 55 ROW 1: Muriel Bancroft, Steve Cree, Craig Zeller, Emily Gould, Sue Poore, Joan Kawishky, Trenda Quirk, Pam Hardy, Leslie Rychel. Carin VanMeter. Row 2: Ron Denning, Rob Gallagher, Marcie Hummer, Sandy DeFazio, Terri Teske, Tina Lewis, Ch . yl Mingo. Tim Steel. Richard Peckham, Doug Godwin, Lynne Burgett, Kelly Duffy, Karen Fuson, Denise Harding, Mark Linebach, Gail Smith. Ken Fisher. Doug Righi, Dennis Miller, Dave Cook, Cathy Bloomquist and Marsha Stufflebeam. Not pictured: Paul McCullom. Mr. Thompson demonstrates a dance routine to Denise Harding. The Drama Dept. was busy with a variety of plays this year. Charley was a moving story of a young retarded man. Pajama Game was a musical comedy at the Sleeptite Pajama Factory. Dark of the Moon was a superstitious tale about witches. Bye Bye Birdie was a humorous story about a 50 s rock star and his last civilian kiss. Mr. Thompson directed all four productions. Mr. Chamberlin and Music Theatre took part in the musicals with Tim Steele at the piano. Mr. Chamberlin works hard at the piano. DRAMA DEPT. BUSY WITH 4 PLAYS 56 Students who took part in the United Nations Trip are: Bruce Anderson, Rusty Davenport, L.J. Boyd, Steve Keith, Phil Reeves, Emily Gould, Rob Gallagher, Ginny Jones, Lori Byas and Janice Gray. Not Pictured: Lisa Sears and Larry Reeves. Larry Reeves also participated in the U.N. Trip. Lisa Sears shows off her hat from the U.N. Trip. Members of the Model United Nations Delegation are: Karen Fuson, Kevin Donly, Lisa Sears, Robin Rae and Nancy Richards. Mr. Lazar did a good job sponsoring the Model U.N. Delegation. Seventeen students participated in activities centering around the United Nations. The U.N. Trip was most enjoyable and included visits to the White House, Arlington Cemetary. Supreme Court, Smithsonian Institute, and the Statue of Liberty. Model U.N. members from North represented Tunisia in a 3-day conference at U.N. I.. With delegations from all over Iowa, they discussed current problems at the United Nations. 17 TAKE PART IN U. N. ACTIVITIES 57 LIBRARY ASSISTANTS: Tom Clay, Jerome Bevel, Matt Cox, Kevin Donly, Greg Holland, Ron Rychel, Ed Linebach. Not pictured: Tom Davisson. STAGE CREW: Al Hutton. Caren Van Meter, Doug Smith, Cliff Watkins, Dave Puffett, Danny Quinn, Ron Denning, Pat Navin, Bob Hearn, Mr. Parsons- Sponsor. Rodger McCullough. Mrs. Sellers, librarian, sponsors her crew of competent library assistants. Library assistants Matt Cox and Jerome Bevel hard at work! Hi Smiles from light booth. Students find a lot of different areas they can participate in. Whether it be in the office, library, nurse ' s office or on the stage crew, all offer interesting opportunities for students to think about. Students assist in library, 58 Johnetta Smith spends much time filing as part of her work as an office assistant. OFFICE ASSISTANTS: Linda Corsbie, Pam Schwartztrauber, Bev Michael, Laura Strobel, Johnetta Smith, Shelly Stout. NOT PICTURED: Martha Knox and sponsor, Mrs. Easton. Janice Sutton works as a nurse assistant in her free Alice Wilson helps Mrs. Fjelde, the nurse, by answering many important phone calls, time. stage, office, nurse ' s office 59 POLAR BEAR STAFF Row 1 (from left to right): Ron Rychel, Sandy De Fazio, Jim Gebhardt, Diane Marlin. Barb Wignall, Robin Rae, Stan Harding. Row 2: Keith Overton, Terri Foutch, Marlon Kronick. Row 3. Paul McCollum, Bartt Bendixen, Ron Denning, Brad Chafa, Mark Chidester. Row 4: Rodney Jaschke. Matt Ellis, Kevin Johnson, Mr. Nyman, Paul Stigers. Mrs. Penny Kelly was our teacher until she moved to sunny Arizona. Sandy depicts a perfect editor. PHOTOGRAPHERS: Jim Gebhardt, Stan Harding, Bartt Bendixon, Mat Ellis, Brad Chafa. Not pictured: Rodney Jaschke. Mark Chidester. Ron Rychel-Sports Ed., Sandy DeFazio - Editor, Keith Overton - Assist. Sports Ed., Barb Wignall - Sales Mgr., Olga Hansen - Assist. Groups Ed., Diane Marlin - Assist. Classes Ed., Robin Rae - Groups Ed., Terri Foutch - Faces Ed., Marlon Kronick - Life Ed., Ron Denning, Kevin Johnson - Classes Ed. Not pictured: Paul McCollum - Ads Ed.. Paul Stigers - Assist. Ads Ed. Proof of the efforts of the Polar Bear staff lies here in these pages. Their dedication enabled them to put one year ' s memories into one great book. Hard work pays off for 60 ORACLE STAFF Row 1 (from left to right): Sheila Thoren, Sandy Pickering. Row 2: Mark Chidester, Steve Cree, Bobbi Bailey, Mark Linebach, Ron Denning, Lisa Nelson, Ken Fisher. Row 3: Mr. Nyman, Marty Weber, Doug Sheila Thoren, our Oracle Ed. Righi, Karen Turner, Rob Gallagher, Jerry Mittag. Row 4: Marc Butts, Darry Bailey. Not pictured: Kim Cannon cheeses it. and Olga Hansen. EDITORS: Sheila Thoren - Ed., Lisa Nelson - Feature, Sandy Pickering - Meeting deadlines, finishing layouts and reporting Sports, Kim Cannon - Club News, Rob Gallagher - Feature, Marc Butts - were jUSt a few Of the responsibilities Of the Oracle Sports, Marty Weber - Sports, Doug Righi - Humor, Steve Cree - Humor. Staff. They did a fine job this year under the supervision of Mr. Mike Nyman. Yearbook and Oracle Staff 61 Jazz Band: Row 1; Mr. Killinger, Shirley Markey, Marcie Hummer, Greg Baker, Janice Gray, Tracy Jones, Karla Wigton, Bruce Anderson. Nancy Richards, Michelle Osberg, Row 2; Grant Kerr, Larry Knapp, Mike Moore, Mike Rundle, Bob Phoenix, Wes Baldwin, Jean Madden. Laurie Vogal, Peggy Staggs, Dave Killinger and Mike Swift. Majoretts: Becky Walden and Cathy Allison. Kadets: Row 1; Michelle Weeks, Ginny Jones, Karla Lathrum, Debbie Meir, Tobi Hobbs, Peggy Adams, Debbi Johnson, Alice Wilson, Barb Hunt. Row 2: Penny Moecle, Linda Page, Barb Rae, Deanna Armstrong, Barb Chappas. Rene Clark. Margaret Hayes, Rhonda Brafford, Gail Brainard, Tina Lewis, Debbie Runyon, and Tammy Mascaro. The Kadets and Twirlers also aided the band through parade season. The band was chosen to play as part of the presentation honoring Des Moines as an All American City. They also performed in the Drake Relays and Pella Tulip Parades. Jazz Band, under the direction of Mr. Killinger, played very well at many functions both in and out of school. Flags: Row 1; Robin Rae, Lynn Burgett, Celia Hayes, Laurie Navin, and Leann Patterson. Row 2: Deane Kanis, Linda Shipman, Robbie Brafford, Diane Rothman, and Chris Tallman. And The Band Plays On 62 i tip  «« Sweat, pulled muvote bjnps, bruises — the familiar acff  4 h i U pu ins of an athlete, striving not onlji for personal triumph but for the recognition it will bring to his or her schoj l. Athletes at North found that winnirjj was a goal which did not come easy, victory became a thing which forced individual team effort to be at their higHbst. The many sports events which the scTTfcoF ' WW - — involved in allowed all students to be participants — either as a member of the team or as an enthusiast in the pep section. Stubborn defense provides two shutouts A stingy Polar Bear defense was the key to Norths ' fourth straight winning season. Nine of the eleven starters were selected to the All Metro Team or received honorable mention. Many times the defense caused enemy turnovers which resulted in Polar Bear scores. Twenty one fumbles were recovered during the season and ten passes were picked off. Opponent backs were caught behind their line of scrimage seventy times. Mike Sharr and Mark Butts were the leaders in this statistic with ten each. Greg Holland lead in pass interceptions with three, and Dan Reynolds came up with a fumbled ball six times. A fumble was also ranback for a touchdown by Ron Rychel. The two leading tacklers for the Polar Bears were Dan Reynolds with 146 and Tom Clay with 105. 6bm •, iSb Fullback Henry Bevel breaks away for a long gain. ■ Nichols, Bevel spark Quarterback Jeff Weeks looks for an opening. Pal Rose scampers around right end. offense Kevin Nichols and Henry Bevel The Bears scored 19 touchdowns teamed up to gain 1,413 yards during the year and Charlie Clough rushing for a potent Polar Bear booted 14 extra points and 4 field ground attack. Jeff Weeks added goals. 533 yards in the air on forty two completions. Greg Holland was his favorite target with ten catches for 140 yards. Row 1: Darry Bailey. Don Kearns, Pat Rose. Ron Rychel, Ed Linebach, Gary Ouverson, Brock Inman, Henry Bevel, Dan Reynolds. Mike Sharr. Matt Cox. Dan Wickett, Jim VanArkel, Jeff Weeks, Jeff Chance, Charles Clough, Cliff Townsell, Tom Larson. Mike Ballard. Row 2: Mike Clough, Dale Downey, Greg Holland, Mark Rannells, Dino Hunley, Kevin Nichols, Tim Larson. Brad Chafa. Tom Clay. Dean DeCarlo. Phil Parrot, Larry Hill, Mark Linebach, Marlon Kronick, Mark Butts, Bill Edwards, Richard Peckham. Steve Keith. Row 3: Richard Denning, Mike Richards, Tom Elverum, Dave Parrot, Todd Foutch, Tim Lindstrom. Steve Paul. Coach Leonard Horton, Ricky Christenson, Coach Bob Peterson. Gary Larson, Coach Kent Babcock, Steve Clay. Coach John McDonald. Tracy Deaton. Coach John Ligouri, Paul Fink, Todd Graves, Nicky Walton, Jim Hildreth, Elaine Linebach. Dennis Fife. Season ends 5-4 The joy of an opening victory against Ankeny disappeared with three successive losses to Lincoln, Hoover, and Valley. These games were very close, with Hoover coming from behind to win, and the Polar Bears scoring late in the fourth quarter to tie Valley, only to be defeated in overtime. Most teams would have fallen apart after losing three games in a row, but the Bears kept working harder and came back with vengence. Tech was the first victim of North ' s comeback as they were crushed by one of the best offensive games in North High history. This was followed by a shutout over East and then one of the best defensive games in North ' s history against Dowling. Although losing, the score was 6-3 until the fourth quarter. Dowling had only two first downs in the first half. The Bears kept playing good football the rest of the season, with victories over Roosevelt and Webster City. SEASON RECORD North 9 Ankeny 0 North 7 Lincoln 19 North 17 Hoover 20 North 13 Valley (ot) 19 North 38 Tech 7 North 7 East 0 North 3 Dowling 21 North 19 Roosevelt 12 North 27 .... Webster City 6 Coach Glann awaits outcome of play. 68 Six runners keep harriers alive When you describe the North Cross Country Team, you use words like determination, individual effort, and spirit. It takes a special kind of devotion to compete in a meet, when you know there is no way your team can win. It would be easy to quit and use the excuse that nobody cares. But these men did care, and they would not quit. North had a cross country team and these runners were proud to be a part of it. I r On your marks! Ann Dickinson pours it on in final lap. Front row: Coach Lon Kerman, Patty Horn, Ann Dickinson, Debbie Dunshee, Jenny Anderson, Jeanine Donovan, Kendra Bassett, Martha Stufflebeam. Back row: Nadine Sechovec, Sandi Bird, Gail Smith, Terri Zimmerman, Kim Moses, Andrea Navin, Barb Clark. Diver Sandy Bird executes a forward pike. New coach heads swimmers Individual effort was the keynote of the girls ' swim team. To improve yourself to help the team was every girls ' goal. This year theteam has improved in individual events and in team points. We have a new coach, Lon Kerman, who really pushes us and makes each of us work to our ability. We worked as a team and improved as a team, Ann Dickinson said. 71 All Metro Honors To Ellis Polar Bears sandwich Lincoln ' s Frank Smith The 1976-77 season was a disappointing one for the varsity basketball squad. Although the team was small, with only twelve players, their efforts were great. Matt Ellis was the team ' s leading scorer averaging 20 points a game. He was the fourth leading scorer in the city and received second team All-Metro honors. We were a close team and everybody got along with each other despite the season we were having, commented Ellis. Coach Helms shows displeasure with ref ' s call. 72 Front row: Coach Helms, Marty Miller, Jeff Weeks, Lloyd Hedges, Gary Larson, Tony Hines, Coach Collins. Back row: Tony Addy. Pat Moore, Mike Swift, Rick Galbreath, Mat Ellis, Tracy Deaton, Greg Patton. 73 Girls Gain Confidence With New Coach The 1 976-77 season can be called a building season for the girls at North. Under new head coach, Mr. Overton, the girls did a fine job. The team was a young one with only three seniors on the squad. This year was one of ups and downs for the girls. The highlight of the season was when the girls beat Saydel. The girls came a long way this year, said Coach Overton. We are all looking forward to a good season next year. We have some outstanding girls coming back. The team and coaches would like to thank everyone for their support. Elaine Linebach breaks for basket. Front row: Michelle Weeks, Ginny Jones, Linda Page, Lori Navin, Teri Teske, Elaine Linebach, Linda Shipman. Back row: Sandy Pickering, Shari Wilson, Bobbi Bailey, Ginger Groenhoff, Coach John Overton, Barb Chappas, Deanne Hodges, Deann Kanis, Rhonda Brafford, Coach Church. Barb Chappas goes up for two. 74 Hoover defense pressures Bobbi Bailey. 42 S.E. Polk 87 (sectional) 75 Baby Bears Fight Through Tough Season This years squad was small but dedicated. They worked hard in practice, came in on Saturdays, and generally, were the most improved team I ' ve coached at North, says Coach Paul Oderkirk. DeAnn Kanis lead all scorers with a 27 point average. The other forwards were Jean Madden, Lisa Bachman, and Kim Cox. Linda Shipman averaged 12 rebounds the last five games and received the most improved player award. The other guards who played tough, aggressive defense were Ronnie Brafford, Michele Weeks, Becky Woodyard, and Debbi Hardy. Rhonda Brafford positions herself for a rebound. Left to Right: Coach Paul Orderkirk, Debbie Harty, Michelle Weeks, Tracy Jones, Jean Madden, Lisa Bachman, Becky Woodyard. Rhonda Brafford, Linda Shipman, Kneeling: Deann Kanis. Front Row: Tim Hedges, Lee Navin, Nicky Walton, Steve Blatt. Back Row: Coach Don Sears, Cliff Watkins. Tony Addy, Doug Wike. Mike Swift breaks Ankeny ' s defense. CUBS ADD STRENGTH TO VARSITY Although winning only three games, this years sophomore team started off strong. They played tough in their first few games, showing poise and teamwork, but the varsity brought up four players due to a small team. This cut the cubs down to a small size leaving only seven players. More playing time and experience was gained by the remainder of the squad, which should benefit next years team. 77 78 Larson, Bailey Win At Invitationals Highlighting the 1977 season was Darry Bailey capturing the Heavyweight Title in the Roland Story Invitational and Tim Larson s first place finish in the North High Invitational. Henry Bevel, Bailey, and Larson each had winning records during the year. The Polar Bears can look forward to a strong squad next year with juniors Tim Larson, Dale Downey, Tim Frank, Greg Holland, and sophomores Steve Clay, Larry Knapp, Carl Catrenrich, Mike Rundle, Todd Graves, and Todd Foutch. Seniors finishing their wrestling careers at North are Darry Bailey, Henry Bevel, Ed Linebach, and Terry Fritz. Steve Clay clamps down on opponent. Front row: Carl Catrenich, Larry Knapp, Tim Frank, Steve Clay, Greg Holland, Henry Bevel. Back row: Todd Foutch, Dale Downey, Darry Baily, Todd Graves, Tim Larson, Coach Nowiszewski. 79 Record Setting Year by Inman Brock Inman was voted the Most Outstanding Swimmer for the third year in a row while setting three new Polar Bear school records this season. Brock leaves North with seven school records behind him. Other seniors finishing their swimming careers are Gregg Dubbs, Scott Sechovec, Jim Van Arkel, Dan Wickett, and Greg Hardy. Brian Davey was voted most promising Sophomore and Marlon Kronick most promising Junior. Most improved Junior award went to Mike Clayton and most improved Senior was Scott Sechovec. Dan Wickett was honored with the most valuable swimmer award. Row 1: Scott Sechovec, Jim Van Arkel, Dan Wickett, Brock Inman, Greg Hardy Row 2: Marlon Kronick, Mike Clayton, Dennis McGilura. Kevin Bassett, Steve Keith Row 3: Coach Lawson, Brian Davey, Mgr. Kendra Bassett, Mgr. Debbi Dunshee, Coach McAdams Not pictured: Gregg Dubbs Mike Clayton comes up for air. Front Row: Gary Larson, Greg Baker, Lee Navin Middle Row: Jeff Weeks, Carl Catrinich, Jeff Chance, Steve Blatt, Back Row: Steve Paul, Mike Swift, Larry Reeves. Improvement Shown In Boy ' s Golf Steady improvement, a lot of experience, and fun were attained by the boys golf team this year. They will miss seniors Jeff Weeks and Jeff Chance next year, but there are several boys who played good golf that will be back. Low man this year was Larry Reeves with a 40 average, followed by Jeff Weeks with an average of 42. Larry Reeves practices his iron shot. 81 Girls Victorious Over Lincoln, East 3 l 1 Highlighting the 1977 golf season were team victories over Lincoln and East. In the six hole meet with Lincoln, Janice Gray and Patty Horn were medalists with a score of 34. In the nine hole match with East, Janice Gray was low with 60, Patty Horn and Jeanine Donovan had 61 ' s and Annett McCullough had a 62. In the Valley Classic played at the Des Moines Golf and Country Club, the girls placed 8th. Low scorer was Janice Gray with a 65. Asst. Coach Sagau, Patty Horn, Annette McCullough, Luanne Anderson, Jeannie Donovan, Shelly McDonald. Janice Gray, Coach Pillars. MASCARO TAKES SECOND IN METRO Tammy Mascaro placed second in the Metro meet at Drake in the 100 yard dash. Kathy Bloomquist finished fifth in the 220 yard dash at the same meet. This year s squad size increased over the last few years and the Polar Bears were able to compete in more events. With eleven sophomores on the team the future looks good for girls track at North. Julie Jacobson leads off 440 yard relay. Row 1: Linda Shipman, Jean Maden, Robin Patterson, Michel Weeks, Leslie Rychel, Tammy Mascaro. Row 2: Brenda English, Martha Knox, Lois Lewis, Deanne Hodges, Sherry Wilson. Row 3; Becky Woodyard, Sandy Pickering, Lori Naven, Terri Teske, Kathy Bloomquist. Row 4: Dianne Rothman, Coach Quinn, Julie Jacobson, Coach Overton, Sue Morris. Not pictured: Kay Carr. 83 84 Ollie Goes To State ft - Johnny Ollie qualified for State in the 100 and 220 yard dashes. His 9.9 clocking in the 100 was one of the state ' s best times. At one time, the 440 relay team consisting of Larry Hill, Ollie, Tom Davisson, and James Scott, led the state with a time of 43.7. Scott was also one of the state leaders in the 440 yard dash recording a time of 51.1. Tom Davisson came close to breaking a North High record with a 13.1 clocking in the low hurdles. The two mile relay team of Henry Bevel, Robert White, Kevin Donly, and Ron Rychel placed fourth in their district with a time of 8:21.0. Henry Bevel on his leg of the two mile relay. if Above: Larry Hill sprints the 220 yard dash. Left: Kevin Donly passes off baton. 85 Girls Tennis The girls tennis team posted two Front row: Ginny Jones, Terri Wilson, Deanna Armstrong, Shirley Markey. Middle row: Carla Garver, Lori Byas, Becki Frein. Back row: Coach Muell, Barb Chappas. Above: Elaine Linebach lets go with a backhand. Below: Lori Byas and Becki Frein team up for doubles. Front row: Ron Newcomb. Kent Paul, Tim Baker, Tim Bloomquist, Roger Anderson, Bruce Fowler, John Coffey. Back row: Mgr. Lisa Bachman, Dennis Taylor, Kevin Basset, Dan Wickett, Tom Larson, Jim Van Arkel, Dave Killinger, Coach Paul Oderkirk. • 1 1 Boys Win Two The boy ' s tennis team came up with two big victories over Southeast Polk and Tech to end a losing streak that started last year. Top seated players were Dan Wickett, Jim Van Arkel, Tom Larson, and Mark Linebach. Above: Jim Van Arkel rushes the net. Upper Left: Dan Wickett uses his backhand. 87 Patton. Jack Thompson, Lloyd Hedges, Dean DeCarlo, Ron Rychel, Mike Sharr, Brad Chafa, Mike Ryner, Ed Linebach, Dino Hundley. Row 2: Bill Edwards, Dan Reynolds, John Kile, Mark Ranells, Jeff Luce, Coach Don Sears. Below: J.V. Baseball Left to right, Row 1: Tim Hedges, Ricky Christiansen, Tom Rider, Chris Lind, Stan Harding, Jeff Peireck, Bob Lamberti, Mike Rundle, Kenny Claybaugh. Row 2: Coach Overton, Mary Holland, Gary Larson, Doug Weike, Mark Elverum, Jim Brown, Tracy Deaton, Tim Lindstrom, Joe Rebus, Dave Parrot, Cliff Watkins. Above: Varsity Softball Left to right, Row 1:Deann Armstrong, Ginny Jones, Above: J.V. Softball Left to right, Row 1: Gilaine Winkle, Leslie Jean Madden, Sue Morse. Row 2: Robbi Brafford, Bobbie Bailey, Barb Rychel, Becky Woodward, Lisa Bachman, Row 2: Larry Harker, Lisa Chappas, Ronnie Brafford, Lisa Sears, Paul Oderkirk, Sandy Pickering Kurchinski, Kim Cox, Kelly Rhode, Pam Marino, Tracy Jones, Kelly 88 As the past year comes to mind, many students ' first thought is of all the friends which have been made. The talking over of problems or the fun of cheering on a team with others will always be remembered. Along with the many good times which we shared, were the differences of opinion among students. These were reminders that friendship, too, did not always come as easy as everyone hoped. Making friends during the year was an achievement which boosted egos and made individuals feel important and worthwhile. The feeling of closeness which was de- veloped toward fellow classmates will last and continue to grow in the future. Peggy Adams Tony Addy Paul Anderson Lisa Bachman Doris Bailey Greg Baker Tim Baker Weslee Baldwin Laurie Barker Kathy Bloomquist Richard Boals Ruby Bohall Rhonda Brafford Micheal Brannon Steve Brassfield Kelly Breeden Danny Breeding Kenneth Briggs - - f A Jim Brown Roger Cheshire Harmon Buchanan Michelle Chopard Larry Butler Ricky Christenson Emmet Butts Lynnette Butts Tammy Christianson Kerry Clagaugh Sue Calhoun Jett Clark Julie Carrington Steve Clay Kathy Carter Rosemary Coates Carl Catenrich Jenny Cole €33 n 90 91 Becky Cox Kim Cox Oean Cunningham Brian Davey Tracy Deaton Richard Denning 0 M Billy Dixon Jeanine Donovan O Terri Down Dayle Drake Kelly Duffy Debbie Dunshee Mark Elverum Tom Elverum Mark English Marvin English Barry Farrell Connie Fife Randy Fllby Jt Kim Findley Paul Fink Bud Fisher Tammy Foster Todd Foutch Kicky Galbreath Ronell Garder Alison Gairlson Carla Garver Doug Godwin Sophomore show cooperative spirit. Todd Graves William Green Bobbie Greer Sharon Griffey Peggy Hall David Hamilton Denise Hansen Anita Harding Pam Hardy Debbie Hardy Kay Harvey Warren Hastings © ® (5 -mm Jk Wes Hastings Margaret Haves Mary Heacock Bob Hearn Jim Henderson Tim Hedges Karen Hendrickson Tobbie Hobbs Joan Hohl 92 Sue Morse Kim Moses Ton, Moulder Brad Moyer Debbie Mugan Pat Mumtord Belli Murphy Andrea Navin Lee Nav.n Roby Price George Puffet Danny Quinn A A 1 a Tnnda Quirk Craig Rannells Jana Redd Mona Reese Debbie Robinson Homer Robinson Jeff Rowland Joey Rubes QMS Tim Rehard Tom Rider Mike Richards Wanda Richards Leanah Rindels Micheal Rundels Debbie Runyon Leslie Rychel Pat Sanlord Randy Semple 94 ft Tammy Sharp Steve Siebeii Linda Shipman Ron Shifter Larry Simpson Cheryl Sims Diedre Sitterle Bill Smith Gail Smith Dave Soulders Cindy Stanford Steve Stewart Mary Stodgel Patresa Stonehocker Brian Sto jt Laura Strobel Leland Summy Mike Swift a t 0 Gene Tagart Christine Tallman Alice Taylor Dorothy Taylor Willie Taylor Tim Teer Kathy Tomlinson Vincent Travis Keely Thompson Not Pictured Pam Thompson Cindy Turner Carin VanMeter Laurie Vogel Becky Walden Jennifer Walker Dominic Walton Clifford Watkins Forest Weber Michelle Weeks Robin Wessel Rita White Patricia Whiteside Mark Whisler Mike Chaney Steve Meyer Penny Lynn Patterson Pam Stubbs Vicki Whitney Karla Wigton Brenda Witt Lizz Woods Doug Wike Jessica Williams Doug Wilson Shari Wilson Becki Woodyard Jeff Young Terri Zimmerman Kathy Zinzer Gail Brainard Robbie Brafford Stephanie Brooks Darrayl Brown Keith Brown Robyn Brown Tom Butler Marcus Butts Lori Byas ft J Mark Calhoun Mike Clayton Dan Canarilbo Mike Clough Marie Carlson John Coffey Donna Carr David Cook Mike Catrenich Linda Corsbie Brad Chafa Steve Cree Barb Chappas Rusty Davenport Rene Clark Mary Dawson Tom Clay Russell Daye j 0 96 97 98 o 9 J? 5jS Patty Horn Charles Horton Bernard Hunley Alan Hutton Carmen Jackson Julie Jacobson Andrea James Patty Jameson Mark Jean Dorthea Johnson Keith Johnson Ginny Jones DeArnold Keys John Kile Ron King Mary Lanqloss Phil Larson Tim Larson Darla Parker enjoys the bike path. Karla Lathrum Debbie Lee Rhonda Lee Kathi Lengeman Tammy Letze Judy Lumadue Shirley Markey Diane Marlin Beth McCauley Cathy McCauley Sandy McClish Paul McColum Cassandra McCullen Vicky McCullen Anette McCulough Dennis McGilvra Dennis Miller X I M 2£ mm mm m AWrWiw I I Dennis Miller Jim Milligan Jerry Mittaq Julie Moberg Penny Moeckl Vanya Moore Theresa Morrissey Tammy Naylor Cuong Nguyen (evin Nichols Fred Nickens Charles Norris Becky Oakly Yolonda Oakley Johnie Ollie Michelle Osberg Carol Overton Keith Overton 100 w ■ J Douq Shivvers Tina Snodgrass Scott Simon Sue Spencer Doug Smith Mark Smith Ramona Smith Peggy Staggs Jim Stark Paul Stiqers Donna Smothers Lee Stodard A ft W VP- f 0£ Shelly Stout Marsha Stuffelbeam Melody Tate Dennis Taylor Mickey Taylor Julie Townsley Chuck Vanni Stephanie Vestal Julie Walton Kenny Warren Brad Chaffa models the new Photographers fashions Marty Weber Wanda Westiake © 0 K it Robert White Brad Wiekert Jesse Williams NOT PICTURED Teresa Williams Rod Willis Terry Sue Wilson Jerry Winkle Janet Wolfe William Wright Ron Yazel Charlene Young Craiq Zeller Bill Ziebol Dwayne Ziegler Bob Zimmerman 1 f Lisa Alexander Bill Baldwin Ricky Chumbley Dayle Drake Greg Holland John Mattson Marc Meek Patrick Moore Thomas Peterson Diane Racek Keven Sanford 101 Doing Karen Fuson and Becki Frein work on the homecoming float. LEFT: January Grads: Row 1: Mark Page, Debbie Brooks, Cindy Peterson, Lourene Richards, Lori Woodard. Sherri Ford. Row 2: Dick Stover, Rick Coffman, Rhonda Moulder, Gigi Gilbert, Teresa Irvin, Denise Walker, Debbie Kever. Not Pictured: Mike Ballard, Peter Ballard, Tranzie Canada, Diane Cooper Carr, Carol Fowler, Roland Hoffman, Richard Johannes, Don Keairns, Jeff McLain, Sherri Christofferson, Wanda Teasley, Trina Ward. ■ LUANN K. ANDERSON Golf 3; Orchestra 3. Honor Roll 1; Sr. Banquet Comm. 8. DARRY BAILEY VICKI LOU BAILEY DONALD L. BAKER MICHAEL JOSEPH BALLARD PETE BALLARD MURIEL RAE BANCROFT State of Iowa Scholar 7, 8; Honor Roll 1-8; Sr. Class Treasurer 7, 8; Band 1-8; Asst. Drum Major 7, 8; North Star Singers 5-8. MADELINE MARY BARROSO Basketball 1-4; Pep Club 1-4. CINDY RAE BELL OEA 8-7; Usher 8-8; Office Assist. 1, 2; Golf 2; Honor Roll 1-8; Library Asst. 6. BARTT V. BENDIXEN Tennis 3, 4; Polar Bear Staff 5-8. VICKY LYNN BERTELSEN Cheerleader 1 - 6; Prom Comm. 8; Polar Bear Staff 5, 6; DECA 7, 8. HENRY JEROME BEVEL III Football 3, 5, 7; Wrestling 5-8; Student Council 1, 2, 7; Oracle Staff Co-Editor 7; Sr. Class Vi ce President 7, 8: Honor Roll 7. ELLEN BICE SANDI SUE BIRD Cheerleader 1. 2; Girls Comp. Swimming 1-6. Diving 1-6 CELESTE CHARIS BLAKELY Office Helper 2; OEA 8 DOUG BLATT DEBBIE BROOKS LORI ANN BURFORD Kadets 6-8; Girls Glee 3, 4. LYNNE BURGETT Flag Twirlera 3-8; Co- Captain Flag Twlrlers 7. 8; North Star Singers - 7. CHERYL L. CALLAND Pep Club 3-8; Pep Club Pres. 7. 8; Band 1-8; Swim Timers 7, 8; French Club 1-4; Prom Comm. 8. KIMBERLY ANN CANNON Softball 1; Track 2; Wrest. Cheerleader 4, 5; Pep Club 4-6; Wrestling Pep Club 3. 4; Oracle Staff 7, 8. DIANE LOUISE COOPER CARR KAYLENE SUSAN CARR Honor Roll 1-8; Track 2, 4. 8; Cheerleader 1 , 2; Flag Twlrler 4. 5; Polar Bear Mascot 7, 8; Swim Timer 3, 4. JEFFRY ALAN CHANCE Golf 4, 6. 8; Football 1. 7; Baseball 2; H.R. Vice Pres. 7; Honor Roll 1, 2, 4-7. CHERYL D. CHELSVIG Swim Timer 3-6; Cap and Gown Comm. 8. MARK WAYNE CHIDESTER Basketball 1. 2; Oracle Staff 3-8; Polar Bear Staff 3-8. SHERYL RAE CHRISTOFFERSON PARKER JOHN ABRAHAM CLARK II Band 1-4; H R Pres 5. 6 Social Comm 5, 6: Key Club 5 Latin Club 1 . 2 Honor Roll 1-3: 5-8. CHARLES WILLIAM CLOUGH Football 3: Track 8 Baseball 8 Student Council 1-8 H fl Pres 5-8 Honor Roll 2-6. BRET RICHARD COOK Football 3 Track 8: Baseball 8 Student Council 1-8: H R. Pres 5-8 Honor Roll 2-6 BRENDA MARIE CORNWELL Office Asst. 1 , 2; Sr. Class Treasurer 8; Office COOP 7, 8; Sr. Banquet Comm 8; Honor Roll 1-8; Usher for Travelogue 7, 8. MATTHEW LEIGH COX Football 1,3,5, 7; Student Council Vice Pres. 6, 7; Inter City Rep 5, 6; Class Rep 3-5, H.R. Pres. 5, 6; Library Asst. 7. THOMAS KENNARD DAVISSON Wrestling 1-6; Track 2-8; Library Asst. 7; Key Club 7, 8; Prom Comm. 8; Honor Roll 1-3, 5-8. GREGG SCOTT DUBBS Swimming 3-8; Honor Roll 1,2,4, 6-8. LORI STARR DURETT Homeroom Vice President 3; Exchange Day 6. EDWARD EGLI SANDRA KAY DE FAZIO Polar Bear Editor 7, 8; Cheerleader 1-8; North Star Singers 5-8; Student Council Secretary 8; Homecoming Princess 7; Co-Chairperson of Sr. Prom Committee. 8. RON PAUL DENNING Thespians 3-6; Plays 3-8; Stage Crew 3-8; Oracle Staff 5- 8; Polar Bear Staff 8; Key Club 3. KEVIN JAMES DONLY Sr. Class President 7, 8; Honor Roll 1-8; Student Council 7, 8; Wrestling 2, 4, 6; Track 2, 4, 6, 8; Cross Country 3. 7. MATTHEW M. ELLIS Basketball 1-8; Band 1-8; Polar Bear Staff 8; Honor Roll 1 , 2, 4, 6- 8. MARGARET ANN ERICKSON Kadets 3, 4; Honor Roll 1-3. DENNIS EUGENE FIFE Wrestling 1, 2; Equip. Mgr. 7, 8. KARI HELENA WALRAVEN Pep Club 5-8; Track 2. SHERRI LYNN FORD Student Council 3, 4; Tennis 5. LEON W. FOSTER DECA 7, 8. MB r BRYAN LEE FOUSEK Football 3, 7; Baseball 4, 6, 8; H.R. Pres. 3-8; Track 8. THERESA LUANN FOUTCH Band 1-8; Polar Bear Staff 6-8; Pep Club 3-8; Basketball 1-6. REBECCA SUE FREIN Cheerleading 108; Student Council Sec. 1, 2, 6, 7; Younkers Teen Bd. 7, 8; Honor Roll 1-4, 6-8; Letterman Club 5-8; Pep Club 3, 4, 7, 8. TERRY LEE FRITZ Band 1-8; Wrestling 3, 5-8. CHARLES FRANKLIN Art Club Officer 7, 8. KAREN GLADYS FUSAN Band 1-7; Musicals 3-5, 7, 8; North Star Singers 3-5, 7, 8; Pep Club 5-8; Honor Roll 1-3, 7, 8; Model U.N. GIGI GILBERT JEFF GREER STEVE LOWELL HALL Hall Monitor 4; Library Asst. 8. OLGA MARIE HANSEN Pep Club 3-8; Pep Club Pres. 5, 6; U.N. Trip 6; Swim Timers 3- 8; Swim Timers Captain 7, 8; Chess Club 3, 4 DENNIS HANSEN STAN K. HARDING Polar Bear and Oracle Staff 6-8. Hall Monitor 1; Library Asst. 1; Sr. Mixer Comm. 8. GREGORY GENE HARDY Honor Roll 1,2, 4-6, 8; Key Club 5-8; Boys Comp. Swimming 7, 8; H.R. Treasurer 7, 8; Jr. Achievement 3-8; Sr. Banquet Comm. 8. CECELIA K. HAYES Flag Twirler 5-8; Captain of Flag Twirlers 7, 8; Pep Club 3-8; Honor Roll 3-8. APRIL HOCH Kadets 4-8; Polar Bear Staff 5, 6; Honor Roll 5-8; Basketball 1, 2; Choir 1, 2; Exchange Day 6. ANTHONY HOFFMAN BARBARA R. HUNT Kadet 3-8; Student Council 1-4; Wrestling Pep Club 3,4; North Star Singers 3, 4; Plays 3, 4, 7. BROCK ALAN INMAN Football 1-8; Swimming 1-8. ROD JASCHKE Polar Bear Staff 5-8; Oracle Staff 5-8; Library Aast 7; Concession 3, 4, 5, 6; Kiwanas 8; RICHARD E. JOHANNES DEBORAH ANNE JOHNSON Basketball 1-4; Kadet (colonel) 3-8; Yearbook Staff 5, 6; H.R. Pres. 3-8; Exchange Day 6. DEBRA KAY KEVER Oracle Staff 7; Girls Comp. Swimming 3; Honor Roll 7. TERESA KOLESIEN NANCY JANE LARSON Color Guard 3-8; Choir 3, 4; Volleyball 3; Lettermans Club 3, 4; Pep Club 3-6; Library Asst. 7. DAVID STEVEN JONES Honors 6; Football 3, 5, 7; Track 6, 8; Hall Monitor 4. JOAN RENEE KALWISHKY Golf 1, 2; Cheerleader 1-8; Pep Club 1-8; Thespians Plays 2-8; North Star Singers 7, 8; Prom Committee Chairperson 8. DONALD KEAIRNS TOM WILLIAM LARSON Football 1, 3, 7; Baseball 4, 6, 8; Boy ' s Swimming 1, 3; Tennis 4, 6, 8; Band 1-4; Exchange Day 8. EDWARD W_ LINEBACH III Wrestling 1 -8; Baseball 1 -8; Football 7, 8; Tennis 3, 4, 7, 8; Student Council 1-4; Honor Roll 1-4. ELAINE J. LINEBACH Basketball 1-8; Track 1, 2; Tennis 3-8 : Student Council 3, 4; Intercity 3, 4; Class Rep. 7, 8. EDWARD J. LINT DAVE MICHAEL McCREA Band 1-4. JEFF McLAINE PAULA RAE McCMSH Pep Club 5-8; Pep Club Treasurer 7, 8; Library Asst. 5; OEA 6- 8; Swim Timers 5, 6; Honor Roll 1-8. RANDAL LEE MATHENY Stage Crew 2; Audio Visual 2. BRENDA SUE MASSEY Honor Roll 1-8; Basketball 1-6; Second Place Free-Throw Contest 6; Banner Carrier 6; Art Club President 7, 8. DIANA BELL MAR LIN Cheerleader 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2; Softball 1,2; Homecoming Princess 3, 4; Oracle Staff 5, 6; Polar Bear Staff 7, 8. ROBERTS JAMES MARKEY Band 1-6; Stage Band 1-4; Boy ' s Comp. Swimming 1-4; H.R. P4; Tennis 4; Baseball 4 BOB MILLER MARTIN LEE MILLER Basketball 1-8; Band 1-8; Honor Roll 1-5; 7. ANTONIO MOORE MARALOU MOORE MIKE MOORE KEVIN MORRISSEY RHONDA MOULDER BILL NAVIN LAURA LEA NAVIN Basketball 1-8; Flag Twirler 3-8: Honor Roll 1 , 2, 4-8; Exchange Day 6: Pep. Club 7, 8; Softball 1, 2. LISA MICHELLE NELSEN Oracle Staff 5- 8: Swim Timer 8; Track 8; Spring Play 8. JODY MARIE NELSON Tennis4, 6; OEA 7, ' 8: Office Asst. 1 . 2: Pep Club 7, 8; H.R. Sec. 5-8: Honor Roll 1-8. RANDAL WAYNE NUTT Oracle Staff 7; Basketball 3. HELEN MARIE OAKLEY OEA 7, 8; Honor Roll 7. 8: Oracle Staff 6-8. GARY OUVERSON MARK LEE PAGE Student Council 5, 6; H.R. President 4-7; Wrestling 3-5; Spanish Club 1, 2; Honor Roll 1-4, 6; Key Club 4. TIM PALMER LEANN KAY PATTERSON Flag Twirler 6- 8: Volleyball 3. 5: OEA 8; Choir 5; Girls Glee 3. 4; H.R. Treasurer 5-8. MAHLON F. PATTERSON Honor Roll 6. DEN A LOUISE PETTY Softball 1, 2; Basketball 1. 2: Cheerleader 3, 4; Office Coop 7. 8: Exchange Day 6; Honor Roll 4- JULIE ANN PLYMESSER DECA 5-8. WILLIAM JOSEPH POE JR. basketball Mgr. 3-5; Track 4; ROTC 3-5; Audio Visual 6: DECA 7, 8. SUSAN CHRISTINE POORE Cheerleading 1-8; Choir 1-8; North Star Singer 5-8; Honor Roll 1-8; pep Club 3-8; Pep Club Treasurer 5, 6. DAVE PUFFETT DAVID MARK PRYOR Track 7, 8. PATRICK JAMES QUINN Audio Visual 7, 8: Library Asst. 1, 2; Pep Club 5, 6. NANCY LU RICHARDS Vice Pres. of Band 7. 8: Band 1-8; Jazz Band 3-8; Orchestra for Plays 6, 7; Governors Y. N. Day 7. WILLA LOUISE RIES Band 1-8; Choir 1-8; Honor Roll 1-8; Pep Club 3, 4; Social Committee 7; Night School Hostess 7, 8. KIMELA RAE ROBINSON Band 1-7; Stage Band 1, 2, 4; Nurse Asst. 8. ROBIN RAE Student Council Treasurer 6. 7: Polar Bear Staff 7, 8; Flag Twirler 3-8; Senior Class Girls Rep 7, 8; Homecoming Queen 7. 8; Honor Roll 1-8. DANIEL REYNOLDS Student Council Pres. 8; Key Club Pres. 7, 8; Senior Class Vice Pres. 7.8: Mr. Polar Bear 7; Football 1- 8: Baseball 6. 8. JULIE ANN RICH Art Club 7, 8; Exchange Day 6. PATRICK FRANCIS ROSE Track 1-8; Football 1-4, 7, 8; Honor Roll 7. RONALD DREW RYCHEL Football 1-8; Baseball 1-8; Track 1-8; Basketball 1-4; Key Club 3-8; Polar Bear Staff 5-8. MIKE RYNER VICKI LYNN SAMO Pancake Day Rep 3-6; Swim Timer 5, 6; Office Asst. 1, 2; Cheerleading 7, 8; Varsity Swimming 5; Softball 1. CYNTHIA J. RUE PATTY RUSSELL CATHY RENE SANDERS Cheerleader 3- 6: Prom Comm. 8; OEA 7, 8. CHARLOTTE ANN SCHOMER Football Equip. Mgr. 7, 8; Basketball Equip Mgr. 7, 8; Wrestling Equip Mgr. 7, 8. PAM MARIE SCHWARTZTRAUBER Office 2, 7; Library 1 ; Swim Timer 3-6; Hall Monitor 4; Pep Club 3-6. SCOTT SECHOVEC GALE J. SEYMOUR U.N. trip 6; Choir 1-6; North Star Singer 7: Honor Roll 1-4, 6, 7; Pep Club Sec. 5. 6; Pep Club 3-8. MIKE DAVID SHARR Football 1-8; Baseball 1-8: Library Asst. 5, 6; Class Rep. 7: Student Council Vice Pres. 8; H.R. Pres. 3. 4. TIMOTHY SCOTT STEELE Honor Roll 1- 8: Valedictorian 8; All State Chorus Accompanist 7: State of Iowa Scholar 8; Band 1-8: Choir 1-8. DEBORAH STEVEN DICK STEVENS PATRICIA SUE STOUT Tennis 5-8; Basketball 1-4: Track 1. 2. JANICE LOUISE SUTTON Swim Timer 4- 6: Pep Club 5-8: Office Asst. 1, 2; Nurse Asst. 7, 8; Cap and Gown Comm. 3-6. ANNETTA M. TAYLOR. i WANDA TEASLEY TERI LEE TESKE Basketball 1-8; Kadet 3, 5. 6; Softball 1, 2; Track 1, 2; Polar Bear Mascot 7; Exchange Day 6. TONIA MAE THOMAS JACK ROBERT THOMPSON Basketball 1 ; Wrestling 2-4; Baseball 4, 6, 8; Band 1 , 2; Finance Comm. 3, 4. SHEILA LAUREEN THOREN Band 1-7; Pep Club 7, 8; Honor Roll 6, 7; Oracle Staff 6-8; Basketball 1, 2; R 9 T Corespondent 7, 8. CLIFTON GRANT TOWNSELL Basketball 5-8; Football 7, 8. KAREN LYNN TURNER Girls Softball Mgr. 1; Girls Basketball 2; Girls Track 2; Oracle Staff 1, 2, 7, 8; Pep Club 3-6; Wrestling Pep Club 3, 4. JIM L. VAN ARKEL Football 1-8; Tennis 3- 8; Swimming 3-8; Swimming Captain 7, 8; Honor Roll 3-6; Second Team All Metro Defensive End 7. DENISE JOAN WALKER Honor Roll 1-8; Student Council 1, 2; Basketball 1-4; Tennis 3. 4; Volleyball 3, 4; Pep Club Sec.7. TRINA WARD MICHAEL WARD GLORIA JEAN WEBER Oracle Staff 3-8; Flag Twirlers 5, 6; Hall Monitor 5, 6; Afro Club 5, 6. PHILLIP W. WEBER Track 4-6. JEFFREY LEE WEEKS Boys State Football 3; Football 3, 5, 7; Baseball 2, 4, 6, 8; Basketball 2, 4, 6, 8; Younkers Teen Bd. 7 8 ' H R Pres 7 8. DANIEL EDWARD WICKETT Football 1-4, 7, 8; Swimming 3-8; Tennis 3-8; Baseball 3- 8; Honor Roll 1-8. BARBARA CAROL WIGNALL Polar Bear Staff 8. ALICE LYNN WILSON Wrestling Pep Club 3, 4; Kadets 3-8; Kadet Colonel 7, 8; Softball 4, 5; Nurse Asst. 6, 7. RONALD WAYNE WINFREY Basketball 1 - 4. BAILEY, HARRY LUSCIAN Wrestling 1, 2 SHIRLON DENISE BEAVERS JOHN MICHAEL BIDWELL DONNIE CHARLES BUCKNER TERRY LYNN BURGETT TRANZIE LEE CANADA RIVALIE CARR DONALD A.CHEATOM RICHARD EUGENE COFFMAN RANDY ALLEN FOSTER CAROL SUE FOWLER CHRISTOPHER BRIAN FRANK KEITH NEAL GILCHRIST KENNETH JAMES GILCHRIST Oracle Staff 5. KAROL LEE HILL Track 4 GAIL MARIA HOFFMAN TERESA LORRAINE IRVIN TERESA MARIE JAMES Honor Roll 2, 7; Office COOP 7,8 CLARK EDWARD JEFFERS, JR. RICHARD EUGENE JOHANNES KEVIN DEAN JOHNSON STEVEN ROBERT JONES Basketball Mgr. 5, 6; Library Asst.,5-7,; Honor Roll 5, 7 ANTHONY D. KEMP KHAMMOUK BOUNTHAVONG Honor Roll 7, 8 RICHARD HAROLD LETZE Wrestling 3, 4 RICHARD LOVEJOY WILLIE LEE MANNING ROBERT PAUL MILLER PEGGY SUSAN O ' GORMAN MAHLON FRANCIS PATTERSON GARY EUGENE PATTON TED CARL PILCHER REGINA LYNN REEDER BECKY JO RICHE DEBBIE LENN RIFE Basketball 3, 4; Band 3, 4; Cheerleader 7 KATHY ILENE SELLERS Basketball 1; Honor Roll 7 JOHNETTA SMITH SHERYL ANTOINETTE STEELE RICK DALE TAYLOR MICHAEL ALLEN WHITNEY DONALD L. WRIGHT 117 The business world had its effects upoimihool life at North. For many students it involved part-time jobs for entertainment, cars, and future education. For the school itself it meant strong and continuing help from the city ' s businesses. We ' d like to take this opportunity to thank those who have placed advertisements in this yearbook. Their patronage has showed many that North High School still deserves such support. TP ■ r r tn H m S11II6 CH CKE Bankers Trust Des Moines, Iowa 50304 The Tower Shop continues to provide both fashion and traditional looks in men ' s and young men ' s clothing at prices you can afford. Featuring new low prices on all jeans such as Levis, Brittania and Sedgefield. Merle Hay Mall Des Moines, Iowa 276-8761 Congratulations to the 1977 graduating class of North Compliments of Sherman ' s Super Valu 1693 6th o o 2 5 ' O CD NORTH we thank you 120 BEST WISHES SENIORS RAMSEY STUDIOS Parkfair Arcade 100 E. Euclid Phone 282-8965 TACO CASA 2506 Euclid Tacos — Tostados — Burritos Footlongs When in Okaboji, try our Taco House (1 mile S. of Arnold ' s Park) Congratulations Seniors Compliments of Hawkeye Pallet Company 6055 N.W. Beaver Drive PETRO EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. Manufacturers • Distributors Specializing in Petroleum, LPG, and Fertilizer Equipment 1200 E BROADWAY • TELEPHONE (A C-515) 243-3106 DES MOINES. IOWA 50313 R. M. Steele Howard Hecker Ron Hamm Ed Cox Pres. V Pre Operation Mgr Pur. Agt AT AMERICAN REPUBLIC, OUR BUSINESS IS LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE. OUR GOAL IS A BETTER SOCIETY FOR ALL AMERICANS. American Republic Insurance Company-Des Moines, Iowa 121 For all your Real Estate Needs HERMAN MILLER 4006 6th Avenue REALITY CO. 288-9761 Member of Multiple Listing Service PLAZA LANES 2701 Douglas 255-1111 Success in life is a journey — not a destination. Best wishes to North High School ' s 1977 graduates for a very successful journey. BODY AND FENDER REPAIRS Marmets Autd Painting Inc. 752 E. BROADWAY DE5 MDINES. IDWA SPECIALTY PAINTING Al AND Ddn Ph. 2BB-0727 NEWBURGH BROKERAGE CO. 2017 Southlawn Drive 285-2521 Des Moines, Iowa 50315 Branch Office: 922 19th Street Bettendorf, Iowa Orlan Ryan EAST DES MOINES National Bank Four fast little banks East 14th Euclid 265-1431 South East 14th Indianola 285-1111 East Univ. Hubbell 265-1684 Pleasant Hill Blvd. Maple 265-5639 8 AM-6 PM Mon-Fri. 9 AM-Noon Sat. 9:30 AM-5:30 PM Mon-Fri. 9:00 AM-Noon Sat. 10 AM-5:30 PM Mon-Fri. 9 AM-Noon Sat. 1 1 AM-5:30 PM Mon-Fri. 9 AM-Noon Sat. ARNOLDS Highland Park Funeral Home 3500 6th Avenue Phone 288-6551 122 WE WANT TO BE your bank! Central National Bank Trust Co. Member FDIC Locust at Sixth Fifth Grand 35th Ingersoll West Des Moines Affiliated with Central Nat ' l Bancshares, Inc. Hi-Ho Grill Open Sunday thru Friday 6 a.m. -7 p.m. Family Style Dinners 417 Euclid 288-9000 SMITH S STANDARD 2nd New York Complete Auto Repair 243-9001 MR. JOE ' S BEAUTY SALON Expert Hairdressing Stylists to serve you — 6 days a week, Manicurist Ph. 276-8648 3702 Merle Hay Rd. Open Mondays HILAND PASTRY Birthday Cakes — Graduation Cakes 3615 Sixth Ave. 282-4059 FURNITURE CARPETS 3612 2nd AVENUE FILBY PHOTO SERVICE Photo Supplies - Hallmark Cards 3105 Douglas Ave. - Phone 274-3479 Phone 282 8828 Open Mo n. Thurs. Fri. Nights 123 PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL, INC WORLD LEADER IN AGRI-GENETICS m PIONEER SEEDS Corn, sorghum, alfalfa, cereal seeds. yCSA PIONEER ) BEEF CATTLE Angus, charolais, hereford, red angus cattle and semen. LA Line LAYERS Layer-type parent stock, chicks, started pullets. 0 ©V INDIAN RIVER BROILER BREEDERS Peterson® Seed Meat-type parent stock. Forage and soybean seeds. INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT PLANNING AND CONTROL TECHNOLOGY IMPACT SERVICES Computer consulting and management services. PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL, INC. - 1 206 MULBERRY, DES MOIN€S, IOWA 50308 ® Trademarks and servicemarks of Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. SM Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A., registered or registration applied for. 124 Congratulations from LYNN ' S SUPER Seniors VALUE 3805 Sixth Avenue Open 24 Hours Compliments of L.G. THOREN-DENTURE 3637 Cornell St. WORK 282-9907 Congratulations Seniors MIDWEST PEST CONTROL 255-8202 MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PHARMACY P C. 1901 Carpenter Des Moines Iowa 288-3266 J. E. SJOLIN, R.Ph. M. WILLIAMS, R.Ph. Go Where? You ' re Kidding! Now wait a minute . . . we ' re not kidding. We are dead serious about your future college plans. Drake University oilers special advantages for Des Moines students. Come to Drake and live on campus. Think about the advantages . . . on your own but elose enough to home for emergencies ' 1 like borrowing the ear or replenishing the bank account at a moment ' s notice. Think about the advantage you have over the out-of-towncrs who don ' t know the ins-and- OUtS of your hometown. Think about the many educational advantages at I hake, too. At I )rakc we have six undergraduate colleges and schools with over 103 major areas of Study to choose from. And when your college days are over, we ' ll even do all we call to get you a job. That ' s how much our students mean to us. There ' s a lot more happening between Forest and University than you realize. Stop by and let ' s talk about your future. ( )r. If you Ye in a hurry, eall us at 271-3181. ( io where? Go to I )rake. that ' s where. So. who ' s kidding! We ac;r ' t students without regard to sex. race, color, national or ethnic origin. drake university •YOl ' ic always 104 Eucli PARK Ave. CENTER Larry FAIR 283-1551 Pecina- Manager Stevens Colonial House, Greatest Gift Shop • Midwest Park Fair Center Second and Euclid 125 There was a day when ice cream was just vanilla. Today it ' s BASKIN-ROBBINS— 31 FLAVORS of the World ' s richest, most delicious ice cream. Eastgate Baskin-Robbins Clinton D. Wolf It is Doherty ' s Flowers Call Doherty ' s Flowers for Every Occasion Corsages • Plants • Bouquets Arranged as you like them 1540 2nd Ave 288-6557 iSi t XT Open Tuesday Thru Saturday ilJL or Appointment Call y y 4j 276-7571 J 6336 Hickman Rd. A On Balcony of New Bldg. West of Safeway HUMMEL ' S DATSUN 2822 Beaver 255-1179 Sedans — Pickups — Sports Cars Chamberlain Kirk 507 9th St. 288-9501 601 1 Grand 274-4821 Realtors — Insurors NORMAN CASSIDY Downtown Merle Hay So many ways we can help you. Valley National Bank 1:1 A BANKS OF IOWA BANK Mam Bank • Regency Office • East Euclid Office • Highland Park Office • Park Fair Office 126 KLEIN ' S DEPARTMENT STORE 3614 6th Avenue Free Customer Parking in Rear BELL BROTHERS Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. 2822 6th Ave. Des Moines, Iowa 24-hr Service 244-8911 Congratulations Seniors Bell Bros. D , cu METROPOLITAN LIFE Robert L. Sharp . ... c . D West Towers, Suite 410 Sales Representative , „ 1200 35th Street West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 Off. 225-3680 Res. 282-8037 KORDICK PLUMBING-HEATING AIR CONDITIONING INC. Commercial Residential 4230 2nd Ave. 288-8531 The only LEATHER SUEDE Professionals in Des Moines. r KKup L uiiy Or jaruraay Call 243-4264 - 413 Euclid Also Specializing in DRAPES. SINCE 1909 Publication and Commercial Printers RAPID PRINTING We Print Everything Except Money 276-5225 ANDERSON-ERICKSON DAIRY Quality You Can Taste THE MONEY STORE PLAZA STATE BANK Merle Hay Mall • Harding Road at Euclid • Hickman Road at 64th Kyi Holmes, Murphy Associates Inc. Insurance Specialist Member F.D.I.C. 1022 High 127 4 ) J i 1 3 Front Row (left to right): Mr. James Cunningham, Board Secretary, Mrs. Betty Grundberg, B.M., Mrs. Jack Spevak, B.M., Mr. Dwight Davis, Superintendent. Back Row standing (left to right): Mr. Merle Schlampp, B.M., Mrs. Karen Williams, B.M., Mr. Nolden Gentry, B.M., Dr. John McCaw, B.M., Dr. George Caudill. B.M. 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' ES UNITED FEDERAL SAVING ES UNITED FEDERAL SAVIN ES UNITED FEDERAL SAVir ES UNITED FEDERAL SAVI ' ES UNITED FEDERAL SA °AL S L S S 128 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 77 AND THANKS AGAIN TO — Vicki John OUUU Tom Bob Mau Susan Cheryl rail IOK Dave t arD Ann off n Ml lllclld Oldi 1 Janice Bret Jay Qhorri Oi lei i 1 Dan □ art Dal I Lori Julie Mara Lou jeTT J i r r r a I vuriiic Jerome Dennis Rnrl nUU nODen Tanya Brock Lu Ann Greg hpila O 1 ICI lu Mike Tom ividi nun William Elaine Ron tu April Cindy n iui iai u Tim Steve Sandy Terry Gary Danny Patty Theresa Madaline Brenda Marty Mark Lisa Celeste Kim Nancy Jim Pete Kevin Pam Tony Debbie Don Gloria Denise Randy Karen Bryan Charles Diane LAWSONS HIGHLAND PARK PHOTOGRAPHERS 3825 Sixth Avenue 243-0661 Compliments of the new PARK FAIR HOBBY SHOP Second and Euclid 282-4758 OUR OWN HARDWARE More than a hardware store 1 PARK F MR II iRDll iRE MURRAY SAUERBRLI 2nd Euclid Des Moines, I A 50313 Phone 515 280-8283 Bruce Anderson captures the twilight beauty of our Capitol! PARK FAIR 243-3183 ANKENY ANKENY PLAZA 964-1851 Park Fair Shopping Center 100 (East) Euclid Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50313 Bernice ' s Flowers ' Our flowers say it for you HRS e— 5 Mon.-Sat. 1714 Sixth Ave. Phone283-1721 129 When you own You own it ri ght! Congratulations Seniors Downtown • Park Fair Valley West Mall 520 East Grand Des Moines, Iowa 50309 (515) 282 9303 Sam Van Mete It wn SERVICES AID Insurance Company Allied Life Insurance Company AMCO Insurance Company Des Moines, Iowa 50304 7 frJKBFft: m mi ' : Polar Bears, you ' re the ones! We do it all for you®. McDonald ' s ■ I® 130 s °r o Terry and Wilma Richardson Mr. and Mrs. Glen Reynolds Harry and Nadine DeCarlo Pat and Larry Kurschinski Robert and Geraldine Lawson Mr. and Mrs. Frank DeFazio Penny and Joe Kelly YOUNKERS SATISFACTION ALWAYS As part of Younkers firm belief in the young people of today, a program is offered each year for the Des Moines area schools. ..TEEN BOARD for junior and senior girls and ADVISORY BOARD for junior and senior boys. These young people selected to represent their schools, are chosen for leadership qualities, high scholastic standings, personal recommendations from school administrators and evaulations from members of the retiring boards, plus their ability and interest in retail and fashion. They participate in special fashion shows during the year, give talks in their schools and to other groups on good grooming, publish a monthly newsletter and work in various junior departments each Saturday. Younkers salutes the representatives from NORTH HIGH SCHOOL for a job very well done. From left to right: Becki Frein, Jeff Weeks 132 SOPHOMORES Peggy Adams, 62, 90 Tony Addy, 73, 77, 90 Paul Anderson, 90 Lisa Bachman, 47, 76, 87, 88, 90 Doris Bailey, 90 Greg Baker, 38, 62, 81, 90 Tim Baker, 90 Weslee Baldwin, 38, 62, 90 Laurie Barker, 46, 51, 90 Kendra Bassett, 71, 80, 90 David Baucher, 90 Bobbie Bea Vers, 90 Gary Becker, 90 Gina Beery, 90 Chris Bell, 90 Cindy Bertelsen, 90, 94 Candy Bice, 42, 90 Leila Blackburn, 16, 50, 51, 90 Shawn Blakeslee, 90 Steve Blatt, 77, 81, 90 Kathy Bloomquist, 10, 47, 56, 83, 90 Richard Boals, 90 Ruby Bohall. 51, 90. Rhonda Brafford, 30, 38, 46, 62, 74, 76, 88, 90 Michael Brannon, 90 Steve Brassfield, 90 Kelly Breeden, 51, 90 Danny Breeding, 90 Kenneth Briggs, 90 Jim Brown, 38, 88, 90 Harmon Buchanan, 90 Larry Butler, 43, 96 Emmet Butts, 90 Lynnette Butts, 90 Sue Calhoun, 90 Julie Carrington, 47, 90 Kathy Carter, 90 Carl Catenrich, 79, 81, 90 Mike Chaney Roger Cheshire, 43, 90 Michelle Chopard, 50, 90 Ricky Christenson, 68, 88, 90 Tammy Christianson, 46, 90 Kerry Clabaugh, 43, 88, 90 Jeff Clark, 42, 90 Steve Clay, 68, 79, 90 Rosemary Coates, 90 Jenny Cole, 46, 90 Patty Cook, 46, 92 Becky Cox, 92 Kim Cox, 47, 55, 88, 92 Dean Cunningham, 92 Brian Davey, 80, 92 Tracy Deaton, 31, 68, 73, 88, 92 Richard Denning, 14, 46, 47, 68, 92 Billy Dixon, 92 Jeanine Donovan, 46, 54, 71, 92 Terri Downs, 46, 47, 92 Dayle Drake, 92 Kelly Duffy, 46, 47, 56, 92 Debbie Dunshee, 38, 71, 80, 92 Mark Elverum, 88, 92 Tom Elverum, 68, 84, 92 Mark English, 92 Marvin English, 92 Barry Farrell, 43, 92 Connie Fife, 92 Randy Filby, 38, 92 Kim Findley, 92 Paul Fink, 68, 92 Bud Fisher, 92 Tammy Foster, 46, 50, 92 Todd Foutch, 46, 68, 79, 92 Ricky Galbreath, 73, 92 Ronell Garder. 92 Alison Garrison. 92 Carla Garver, 39, 54, 55, 86, 92 INDEX Doug Godwin 34, 47, 56, 92 Todd Graves, 68, 79, 92 William Green, 92 Bobbie Greer, 92 Sharon Griffey, 92 Peggy Hall, 92 David Hamilton, 92 Denise Hansen, 92 Anita Harding, 92 Pam Hardy, 46, 47, 56, 92 Debbie Hardy, 76, 92 Kay Harvey, 38, 47, 92 Warren Hastings, 38, 92 Wes Hastings, 39, 92 Margaret Hayes, 39, 62, 92 Mary Heacock, 92 Bob Hearn, 58, 92 Jim Henderson, 92 Tim Hedges, 77, 88, 92 Karen Hendrickson, 29, 92 Tobbie Hobbs, 43, 62, 92 Joan Hohl, 92 Mary Holland, 8, 45, 88, 92 Gary Houston, 93 Danny Hichcox, 93 Patricia Hines, 93 Michelle Hubbard, 93 Golda Hudson, 93 Marcie Hummer, 13, 56, 62, 93 Jack Huntoon. 93 Wanda Jackson, 93 Billy Johnson, 93 Jeff Johnson, 93 Linda Johnson, 93 Tracy Jones, 39, 62, 76, 88, 93 Deanne Kanis, 62, 74, 76, 93 Robert Kappleman, 93 Debbie Keith, 93 Miles Kellogg, 93 Tammy Kelly, 42, 93 Brenda Kerr, 38, 93 Linda Kesler, 93 Milton Keys, 93 Dave Killinger, 18, 39, 41, 62, 87, 93 Larry Knapp, 39, 70, 79, 84, 93 Martha Knox, 45, 83, 93 Laura Knutson, 93 David Lajko, 93 Bob Lamberti, 88, 93 Gary Larson, 68, 73, 81, 88, 93 Ricky Lawson, 93 Chris Lind, 88, 93 Tim Lindstrom, 68, 88, 93 Chuck Loggins, 93 Wesley Letze, 43, 93 Tina Lewis, 46, 51, 56, 62, 93 Michelle Luten, 93 Jean Madden, 38, 62, 76, 83, 88, 93 Debbie Maire, 46, 50, 62, 93 Lorrie Marched, 46, 93 Pam Marino, 88, 93 Tammy Mascaro, 46, 62, 83, 93 Debbie McBee, 93 Shelley McDonald, 38, 46, 82, 93 Roger McCullaugh, 58, 93 Becky McLoud, 93 Steve Meyer Bev Micheals, 59, 93 Judy Micheal, 93 Kim Miller, 39,93 Steve Miller, 93 Cheryl Mingo, 43, 47, 50, 56, 93 Sue Morse, 45, 55, 83, 88, 94 Kim Moses, 50, 71, 94 Toni Moulder, 94 Brad Moyer, 94 Debbie Mugan, 94 Pat Mumford, 94 Betti Murphy, 94 Andrea Navin, 71, 94 Lee Navin, 77, 81, 94 Pat Navin, 58, 94 Tim Naylor, 94 Becky Nichols, 43, 94 Richard Nickens, 94 Robert Nunemann, 94 Khomsouau Ounlakuam, 94 Marie Parlee, 43, 94 David Parrott, 68, 88, 94 Linda Patterson, 94 Penny Lynn Patterson Robin Patterson, 45, 47, 54, 55, 83, 94 Steve Paul, 68, 81, 94 Rodney Perry, 94 Robert Phoenix, 94 Kirby Pickett, 94 Joy Plymessor, 94 Terri Poe, 94 Harold Pontious, 94 Roby Price, 94 George Puffet, 94 Danny Quinn, 12, 58, 94 Trinda Quirk, 56, 94 Craig Rannells, 94 Jana Redd, 94 Mona Reese, 46, 53, 94 Tim Rehard, 94 Tom Rider, 88, 94 Mike Richards, 15, 68, 94 Wanda Richards, 94 Leanah Rindels, 47, 94 Debbie Robinson, 47, 94 Homer Robinson, 94 Jeff Rowland, 94 Joey Rubes, 94 Michael Rundels, 38, 62, 70, 84, 88, 94 Debbie Runyon, 39, 46, 51, 62, 94 Leslie Rychel, 8, 13, 45, 47, 54, 56, 83, 94 Ron Shifter, 95 Larry Simpson, 95 Cheryl Sims, 39, 46, 50, 51, 95 Diedre Sitterie, 46, 51, 95 Bill Smith, 27, 38, 95 Gail Smith, 39, 46, 56, 71, 95 Dave Soulders, 95 Cindy Stanford, 51, 95 Steve Stewart, 95 Steve Stewart, 95 Mary Stodgel, 42, 95 Patresa Stonehocker, 95 Brian Stout, 95 Laura Strobel, 59, 95 Pam Stubbs Leland Summy, 42, 95 Mike Swift, 39, 62, 73, 77, 81, 95 Gene Tagart, 95 Christine Tallman, 62 95 Alice Taylor, 95 Dorothy Taylor, 95 Willie Taylor, 95 Tim Teer, 95 Kathy Tomlinson, 46, 95 Vincent Travis, 95 Kelly Thompson, 95 Pam Thompson, 95 Cindy Turner, 95 Carin Van Meter, 38, 56, 58, 95 Laurie Vogel, 39, 62, 95 Becky Walden, 38, 62, 95 Jennifer Walker, 45, 95 Dominic Walton, 68, 77, 95 Clifford Watkins, 58, 77, 88, 95 Forest Weber, 95 Michelle Weeks, 38, 62, 74, 76, 83, 95 Robin Wessel, 95 Rita White, 95 133 Patricia Whiteside. 95 Mark Whisler. 53. 95 Vicki Whitney, 42. 52. 95 Karla Wigton. 38. 62. 95 Doug Wike. 30, 77. 95 Jessi ca Williams. 42. 95 Doug Wilson. 42. 95 Shari Wilson. 74. 83, 95 Brenda Witt, 39, 95 Lizz Woods. 50. 54. 95 Becki Woodyard. 13, 54. 76. 83. 88, 95 Jeff Young, 95 Terri Zimmerman, 71, 95 Kathy Zinzer. 32, 50, 95 JUNIORS Mark Aldrich. 96 Lisa Alexander Peggy Alexander. 51. 96 Debbie Allen. 39. 51. 96. 100 Kathy Allen. 96 Cathy Allison. 38. 45, 48, 48, 55, 62, 96 Bruce Anderson. 38. 41. 57. 62, 96 Ginny Anderson. 71. 96 Linda Anderson, 96 Deanna Armstrong. 38. 62. 86. 88, 96 Le Ann Astin. 96 Bobbi Bailey. 61. 74. 75, 88, 96 Willie Bailey. 96 Bill Baldwin. 28. 39 Stephanie Ball. 49, 52, 96 Mike Barden. 96 Kevin Bassett, 80, 87, 96 Laura Bates. 96 Carl Bauer. 96 Jeff Bell. 96 Steve Beluchi. 96 Denise Betts. 39, 96 L.J. Boyd. 26. 53. 54, 55, 57, 96 Gail Brainard. 62, 96 Robbie Brafford. 38. 62, 88, 96 Stephanie Brooks, 96 Darrayl Brown, 84, 96 Keith Brown. 96 Robyn Brown, 44, 51, 96 Tom Butler. 42. 96 Marcus Butts. 61. 68. 84, 96 Lori Byas, 39. 57, 86, 96 Mark Calhoun, 96 Dan Canarilbo. 96 Marie Carlson, 38, 42. 96 Donna Carr. 47. 96 Mike Catrenich. 52, 96 Brad Chafa, 50, 60, 68, 88, 96, 101, 138 Barb Chappas. 62, 74, 86, 88, 96 Ricky Chumbley Rene Clark. 39, 62. 96 Tom Clay, 15. 58, 68, 96 Mike Clayton, 51, 70, 80, 84, 96 Mike Clough, 68, 96 John Coffey, 96 David Cook, 47, 56, 96 Linda Corsbie, 50, 51, 59, 96 Steve Cree, 13, 16, 56, 61, 96 Rusty Davenport, 52, 53, 54, 55, 57, 96 Mary Dawson, 49, 96 Russell Daye, 96 Dean DeCarlo, 68, 88, 98 Ann Dickenson, 50, 71, 98 Dale Downey, 29, 68, 79, 98 Doyle Drake Peggy Duffy, 98 Julia Durand, 98 Jeannie Earleywine, 98 Bill Edwards, 68, 88, 98 Glenola Elchols, 98 Brenda English, 83, 98 Peggy Erickson, 98 Kari Eveland, 98 Kenny Fisher, 13. 47, 56, 61, 98 Julia Fisher, 98 Joseph Flugge. 98 Blinda Fosenburg, 98 Ed Fosenburg, 98 Tim Frank. 79. 98 Jeff Gahman, 98 Rob Gallegher, 13, 47, 56, 57, 61, 98 Jinny Garrison, 49, 98 Jim Gebhardt, 60, 98. 138 Jim Gilchrist, 98 Emily Gould. 19, 38, 46. 47, 51, 56, 57, 98 Janice Gray. 11. 38. 41. 57. 62, 82, 98 Ginger Groenhoff, 74, 98 Bill Hagman. 98 Tyler Haller. 98 Venus Hamilton. 44, 98 Joe Hans, 98 Denise Harding. 46, 47. 56. 98 John Harris. 98 Dawn Hatfield, 98 Caroll Hawk. 98 Chris Hay. 98 Lloyd Hedges. 73, 88. 98 Cindy Hess, 42. 98 Jim Hildreth. 68, 98 Larry Hill, 68, 84, 85, 98 Anthony Hines. 26, 73. 98 Terry Hines. 98 Deanne Hodges, 11, 38, 74, 83, 98 Jennifer Hoffman, 48, 98 Greg Holland, 58, 68, 79, 84 Patty Horn, 71. 82, 99 Charles Horton, 99 Bernard Hunley, 99 Alan Hutton, 58, 99 Carmen Jackson, 99 Julie Jacobson, 83, 99 Andrea James, 99 Patty Jameson, 99 Mark Jean, 99 Dorothea Johnson, 99 Keith Johnson, 99 Ginny Jones, 57, 62, 74, 86, 88, 99 Tim Jones, 99 Grant Kerr, 58, 62, 99 Steve Keith. 57, 68, 80, 99 DeArnold Keys, 99 John Kile, 88, 99 Ron King, 99 Gloria Koele, 99 Marlon Kronick, 60, 68, 80, 99, 138 Janet Lair, 51, 99 Mary Langloss, 48, 59 Phil Larson, 42, 99 Tim Larson, 18, 53, 55, 68, 79, 84, 99 Karla Lathrum, 39, 62, 88, 99 Debbie Lee, 38, 99 Rhonda Lee, 99 Kathi Lengeman, 99 Tammy Letze, 99 Judy Leveke, 99 Dex Ann Lewis, 99 Lois Lewis, 83, 99 Mark Linebach, 16, 56, 61, 68, 99 Melody Logan, 99 Sherry Luce, 99 Terry Luce, 99 Judy Lumadue, 99 Dottie Lundeen, 52, 53 Shirley Markey, 38, 62, 86, 99 Diane Marlin, 99 John Mattson Beth McCauley, 99 Cathy McCauley, 45, 54, 99 Sandy McClish, 49, 99 Paul McCollum, 38, 47, 60, 99, 138 Cassandra McCullen, 99 Vicki McCullen. 99 Anette McCullough. 82, 99 Dennis McGilvra. 80, 99 Marc Meek Dennis Miller, 47, 56, 99 Dennis Miller, 100 Jim Milligan. 48, 100 Jerry Mittag, 39, 61, 100 Julie Moberg, 45, 100 Penny Moeckl, 39, 62, 100 Patrick Moore Vanya Moore, 100 Theresa Morrissey. 39, 42, 100 Tammy Naylor, 48, 100 Cuong Nguyen, 100 Kevin Nichols, 67, 68, 100 Fred Nickens. 48, 100 Charles Norris, 100 Becky Oakly. 100 Yolonda Oakley, 100 Johnie Ollie, 84. 100 Michelle Osberg, 39, 41, 62, 100 Carol Overton, 100 Keith Overton, 60, 100, 138 Linda Page, 39, 62, 74, 100 Diane Palmer, 100 Darla Parker, 38, 46, 52, 99, 100 Mike Parker. 100 Tammy Parkey, 48, 100 Phil Parrott, 68, 100 Greg Patton, 73, 88, 100 Richard Peckam, 47, 56, 68, 100 Randy Pepper, 100 Theresa Peterson, 46, 100 Thomas Peterson Randy Pettis, 100 Sandy Pickering, 52, 61, 74, 83, 88, 100 Steve Potts, 100 Lesha Propes, 100 Carla Rabon, 100 Diane Racek Barb Rae, 38, 46, 55, 62, 100 Mark Rannalls. 31, 68, 88, 100 Sheila Reed, 100 Larry Reeves, 50, 57, 70, 81, 100 Phil Reeves, 52, 53, 57, 100 Becky Riche, 100 Doug Righl, 56, 61, 100 Craig Rinner, 100 Johnny Robinson, 100 Craig Rokey, 100 Diane Rothman, 38, 45, 62, 83, 100 Robert Russell. 100 Keven Sanford James Scott, 84, 100 Lisa Sears, 54, 55, 57, 88, 100 Don Shifter, 100 Doug Shivvers, 101 Scott Simon, 101 Doug Smith, 58, 101 Mark Smith, 101 Ramona Smith, 101 Donna Smothers, 101 Tina Snodgrass, 101 Sue Spencer, 101 Peggy Staggs, 39, 62, 101 Jim Stark, 101 Paul Stigers, 60, 101, 138 Lee Stodard, 48, 101 Donald Stone, 42, 101 Shelly Stout, 59, 101 Marsha Stuffelbeam, 45, 47, 56, 101 Melody Tate, 101 Dennis Taylor, 87, 101 Mickey Taylor, 101 Tonia Thomas, 101 Julie Townsley, 48, 101 134 Chuck Vanni, 101 Stephanie Vestal, 39, 101 Julie Walton, 101 Kenny Warren, 39, 101 Steve Webb, 101 Marty Weber, 61, 101 Wanda Westlake, 101 Robert White, 101 Brad Wiekert, 101 Jesse Williams, 84, 101 Teresa Williams, 101 Rod Willis, 70, 101 Terry Sue Wilson, 39, 86, 101 Jerry Winkle, 101 Janet Wolfe, 101 William Wright, 101 Ron Yazel, 48, 101 Charlene Young, 101 Craig Zeller, 13, 14, 46, 47, 56, 101 Bill Ziebol, 101 Dwayne Ziegler, 101 Bob Zimmerman, 101 SENIORS Lu Ann Anderson, 82, 106 Darry Bailey, 10, 18, 54, 61, 68, 78, 79, 106 Harry Bailey Vicki Bailey, 106 Donald Baker, 106 Michael Ballard, 68, 106 Pete Ballard, 106 Muriel Bancroft, 13, 38, 46, 47, 51, 56, 104, 106, 116 Madeline Barroso, 106 Shirlon Beavers Cindy Bell, 49, 106 Bartt Bendixen, 60, 106, 138 Vicky Bertelsen, 48, 106 Henry Bevel, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 78, 79, 84, 85, 102, 104, 106 Ellen Bice, 106 John Bidwell, 12, 43 Sandi Bird, 46, 71, 106 Celeste Blakely, 49, 106 Doug Blatt, 107 Khammouk Bounthavono Debbie Brooks, 105, 107 Donnie Buckner Lori Burford, 39, 107 Lynne Burgett, 38, 46, 47, 51, 56, 62, 107 Terry Burgett, 48 Cheryl Calland, 38, 51, 107 Tranzie Canada Kimberly Cannon, 107 Diane Cooper Carr, 46, 107 Kaylene Carr, 44, 55, 107 Rivalie Carr Jeffry Chance, 68, 81, 107 Donald Cheatom Cheryl Chelsvig, 107 Mark Chidester, 60, 61, 107, 138 Sheryl Christofferson Parker, 107 John Clark, 42, 107 Charles Clough, 68, 107 Richard Coffman, 105 Bret Cook, 54, 107 Brenda Cornwell, 49, 104, 108, 116 Matthew Cox, 8, 54, 58, 68, 108 Thomas Davisson, 21, 39, 84, 104, 108 Sandra De Fazio, 10, 44, 47, 54, 56, 60, 108, 138 Ron Denning, 13, 56, 58, 60, 61, 103, 108 Kevin Donly, 21, 50, 55, 57, 58, 70, 84, 85, 102, 104, 108 Greg Dubbs, 80, 108 Lori Durett, 108 Edward Egli, 108 Matthew Ellis, 39, 60, 73, 108, 138 Margaret Erickson, 108 Dennis Fife, 68, 108 Sherri Ford, 105, 108 Leon Foster, 48, 108 Randy Foster Bryan Fousek, 109 Theresa Foutch, 39, 60, 109, 138 Carol Fowler Christopher Frank Rebecca Frein, 44, 54, 55, 86, 102, 105, 109 Terry Fritz, 39, 109 Charles Franklin, 109 Karen Fuson, 39, 47, 56, 57, 105, 109 Gigi Gilbert, 105, 109 Keith Gilchrist, 46 Kenneth Gilchrist Jeff Greer, 48, 109 Steve Hall, 109 Olga Hansen, 50, 51, 109, 116, 138 Dennis Hansen, 109 Stan Harding, 60, 88, 109, 138 Gregory Hardy, 50, 80, 109 Cecelia Hayes, 38, 40, 62, 109 Karol Hill April Hoch, 38, 109 Anthony Hoffman, 110 Gail Hoffman Rebecca Hunt, 62, 110 Brock Inman, 8, 68, 80, 110 Teresa Irvin, 105 Teresa James, 49 Rod Jaschke, 60, 110, 138 Clark Jeffers Richard Johannes, 110 Deborah Johnson, 38, 62, 110 Kevin Johnson, 60, 138 David Jones, 84, 110 Steven Jones Joan Kalwishky, 13, 14, 44, 55, 56, 103, 110 Donald Keairns, 68, 110 Anthony Kemp Debra Kever, 105, 110 Teresa Kolesien, 110 Nancy Larson, 42, 110 Tom Larson, 54, 68, 110 Richard Letze Edward Linebach, 48, 58, 68, 88, 110 Elaine Linebach, 48, 68, 74, 86, 104, 110 Edward Lint, 34, 111 Richard Lovejoy Jeff Luce, 88 Dave McCrea, 111 Jeff McClain, 111 Paula McClish, 49, 51, 111 Willie Manning Randal Matheny, 48, 111 Brenda Massey, 52, 111 Diana Marlin, 52, 60, 111, 138 Robert Markey, 111 Bob Miller, 111 Martin Miller, 21, 39, 73, 111 Antonio Moore, 111 Mara Lou Moore, 111 Mike Moore, 38, 46, 62, 111 Kevin Morrissey, 111 Rhonda Moulder, 105, 111 Bill Navin, 112 Laura Navin, 62, 74, 83, 112 Lisa Nelsen, 61, 112 Jody Nelson, 49, 112 Randal Nutt, 112 Helen Oakley, 49, 112 Peggy O Gorman Gary Ouverson, 68, 112 Mark Page, 105, 112 Tim Palmer, 112 Leann Patterson, 38, 49, 62, 112 Mahlon Patterson, 112 Gary Patton Cindy Peterson. 11, 105 Dena Petty, 49, 112 Ted Pilcher, 48 Julie Plymesser, 48, 112 William Poe, Jr., 48, 112 Susan Poore, 16, 44, 46, 47, 51, 56, 112 Dave Puffett, 58, 113 David Pryor, 113 Patrick Quinn, 113 Robin Rae, 8, 10, 21, 38, 54, 55, 57, 60,62, 104, 113, 138 Regina Reeder Daniel Reynolds, 1 1 , 50. 54, 65, 68, 88, 104, 113 Julie Rich, 113 Lourene Richards, 105 Nancy Richards, 22, 39. 41, 57, 62, 113 Becky Riche Willa Ries, 39, 42, 46, 113 Debbie Rife, 44 Kimela Robinson, 38, 113 Patrick Rose, 67, 68, 113 Ronald Rychel, 21 . 50, 54, 58, 60, 65, 68, 84, 88, 104, 113, 138 Mike Ryner, 88, 113 Cynthia Rue, 113 Patty Russell, 48, 113 Vicki Samo, 49, 113 Cathy Sanders, 21. 49. 114 Charlotte Schomer, 9. 114 Pam Schwartztrauber, 59, 114 Scott Sechovec, 80, 114 Kathy Sellers Gale Seymour, 47, 51, 114 Mike Sharr, 54, 68, 88, 103, 114 Johnetta Smith, 59 Sheryl Steele Timothy Steele, 22,39,46,47,56,114,116 Deborah Steven, 114 Dick Stevens, 114 Patricia Stout 114 Dick Stover, 105 Janice Sutton, 59, 114 Annetta Taylor, 114 Rick Taylor Wanda Teasley, 114 Teri Teske, 47, 56, 74, 83, 102, 114 Tonia Thomas, 114 Jack Thompson, 88, 115 Sheila Thoren, 39, 61. 115 Clifton Townsell. 48, 68, 115 Karen Turner, 61. 115. 138 Jim Van Arkel, 68. 80, 87, 115 Denise Walker. 51, 105, 115 Kari Walraven, 108 Trina Ward, 115 Michael Ward, 115 Gloria Weber, 115 Phillip Weber. 115 Jeffrey Weeks, 50, 67, 68, 73, 81, 115 Michael Whitney. 48 Daniel Wickett, 68, 80, 87, 115, 116 Barbara Wignall. 60. 115, 138 Alice Wilson, 38, 59, 62. 115 Ronald Winfrey. 115 Tim Wood, 116 Lori Woodard. 105, 116 Donald Wright Brett Young, 116 Tony Zinzer, 116 135 The end of the 1977 school year brought many different types of feelings from all who went to North High. Some were happy to see the summer come, with the absence of homework. Others, especially seniors, felt the anxiety of stepping out into a whole new world. And many felt sadness because summer meant leaving friends until next fall — or maybe forever. Whatever feelings a person felt, he knew they were the result of the constant looking back upon the many happenings of North. The never-ending striving towards success and good played a big part in making the school year what it was. Those who are reminded of such achievements and failures during their stay at North, remember that good things don ' t come easy. 1977 Polar Bear Staff ADS MAN : I M I I I I I I I I I I I M I I M I I I I I I I I I I I I IJ The Polar Bear Staff wishes to thank all of those who have helped and contributed in the making of this yearbook. Our deepest gratitude goes to Mrs. Penny Kelly and Mr. Mike Nyman, our advisors, for all of their hard work and patience.