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

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1979 volume:

North High School 6th and Holcomb Home of the Polar Bears 1979 Academics P. 143-148 The 1st annual Bear Bash was held February 23, from 8:00 p.m. to 1 1 :00 p.m. in the North High cafeteria. Wes Hastings and Tina Lewis reigned as King and Queen of the dance. During a disco contest, Lisa Bachman and Larry Reeves danced their way into first place receiving three albums for their fancy footwork. Lighty students attended the dance. Carla Garver as Master of Ceremonies man and Larry Reeves Seniors Chris Tallman and Brian Davey Wes Hastings and Tina Lewis are crowned King and Queen of the dance Moments At Mixers Dave Killinger and Kathy Bloomquist cuddle up during a slow song Tim Bloomquist and Judy Lattimer wind down after jamming at the mixer Rick Galbreath and Liz Woods looking good Kirk Caswell sits this one out. Margaret Hayes gives her un divided attention Carla Garver dreams Debbie Bruce and Pat Smith shake their groove thing Winners at the Urbandale Art Contest, Roberta Hastings, 3rd, Randy Tom Rider and Bill Smith watch to see how Manning, 2nd, and Karen Van Meter, 1st. much weight their toothpick bridge will hold. Variety Enhances Year In or out of class, North Students get involved. They keep active doing everything from entering contests to giving con- certs. The pictures on these pages are just a few examples of the wide array of activities that students keep busy at. Mary Holland and Curtis Caswell serve drinks at the January Dinner Concert. The group that went on the 1979 Fine Arts Trip to Chicago pose for the camera. Steve Nielsen videotapes a report for history class. Willie Quinn works on one of his art projects. Marty Warren and Debbie Robinson smile pretty. Wes Hastings catches up on some lost sleep. Kim Moses and Cindy Bertelsen state their opinion about the weather (or the photographer?) Marty Warren and Dana Meadows spend some time in the penny arcade. 10 Fine Arts Students Blow Into Windy City Two busses of Fine Arts students took a three-day trip to Chicago February 17-19. The 74 students and chaperones visited The Field Museum, Art Institute, Shedd Aquarium, and saw a sky show at Adler Planetarium. They also rode to the top of the world ' s tallest building, the Sears Tower, in the world ' s fastest elevator. A live performance of the Broadway musical The Wiz was taken in, and there was also a visit to Old Chicago, an amusement park that is totally inside. During free time, some students shopped, visited Chinatown, or just explored. It was a new experience for all. A group of girls relax after riding on the rides. Mike Allen and Craig Robertson clown around at Old Chicago. Pancakes Really Stack Up The class of 79 was enthusiastic about selling tickets for pancakes that were sold at the Park Fair Shopping Mall on March 17 for the an- nual Pancake Day. Prizes such as a television set, transitor radio ' s and S.A.T. ' s, were awarded to the winners of each class. There was a special pizza party held for the students who sold the most. The grand prize winner was Julane Winkle, who won the portable television. Bob Morris and Carla Tina Lewis, Lee Williams, Marie Parlee and Tom Smith, take a break from dancing Pep Assemblies Promote Spirit The football players huddle ' Pep assemblies gave us a chance to show our spirit and get rowdy at the same time. Many of this year ' s assemblies were held in the gym instead of the auditorium. The cheerleaders, band, and drill team contributed much to make assemblies interesting. The drill team performs to the music. ij w The cheerleaders try to fire the crowd up. The band plays an important part of the as- semblies. J ' ; if ' The crowd fires up! Go! 20 Fitz and his freaks Jocks that play together; stay together Bill Smith disc-jockeys one of the school mixers 21 Homecoming Starts Out Spirited Year The 1978 Homecoming Court. Front row: (1 to r) Soph. Princess Denise Egli, Jr cesses Carol Carver and Lisa Kurchinski, Soph. Princess Rita Daniels. Back row: Princess Mary Holland, Queen Michelle Weeks, and Sr. Princess Linda Shipman. Prin- Sr. Judy Lattimer and Mike Bruce were one of the many couples that atten- ded the dance. POLAR BEAR LETS GO!! ' Kadets perform at the Homecoming Assembly. Warm Fuzzies were a new tradition started at North. Kelly Duffy and Bill Smith tear into the car bash. Tony Addy and Shari Wilson add a disco aspect to the dance. Homecoming not only included the traditional assembly, parade, dance, and football game, but also the bug race, car bash, and powder- puff football. New things this year were balloons, penny collections, and warm fuzzies. We celebrated by making posters, a float, football tags, decorating with toilet paper, and electing a court. DeAnn Kanis Concentrates ... for once. And then the big bad wolf said . Spirit Week The crowd waits anxiously for a victory. Doug Wike adds another dent to the car. Kathy Bloomquist acts burly. The North High stage came alive as the Music Theatre class presented their fall musical production, Fiddler on the RoofV on November 1 0 and 1 1 . The musical was a big success, and there was a very good turn out. ( M OF CHARACT1 RS Tevye,The Dairyman Kelly Duffy Golda,his wife Mona Reese Tevye ' s daughters: Tzieitel Leslie Rychel Model Kathy Bloomquist Chava Pam Hardy Shprintze Debbie Maier Bielke Leila Blackburn Yenta, the Matchmaker Cheryl Mingo Motel, the tailor Doug Godwin Perchick, the student Terry Nielson Lazar Wolf, the butcher Brad Mundell Mordca, the innkepper Jim Zimmerman Rabbi Craig Robertson Mendel, his son Mike Allen Avrahm, the bookseller Robert Brower Machum, the bigger Phil Gould Grandma Tzietel Chris Tallman Fruma Sara Marti Stuftlebeam Constable John Gillihan Fyedka Rod Christofferson Shaindel, MoteTs mother Linda Shipman Rifka Rhonda Brafford Sasha Kevin Godwin The Fiddler Kendall Godwin Yussel Brian Hutzell Tzietel, portrayed by Leslie Rychel, anxiously awaits her fathers response to the question of matrimony. Pam Hardy as Chava, Leslie Rychel as Tzietel, and Kathy Bloomquist as Hodel Tevye takes a breather on his milk wagon Music Theatre Class Presents: Fiddler on the Roof That ' s right Tevye, I want to marry your daughter, says Tevye, that ' s your headache too! Lazar Wolfe, portrayed by Brad Mundell 30 A fun filled week was spent by the North High band members, friends and families, last summer on the island paradise of Hawaii. The purpose of going to Hawaii was to march in the annual King Kameha- meha Day Parade, which is a celebra- tion of the unifications of the islands under King Kamehameha. Despite the wool uniforms, the band marched four and a half miles to a third place finish in their division out of nine bands. The trip didn ' t always consist of hard work and traveling. Tours were arranged for the band to attend, some at their own option. The students were asked to attend the Pearl Harbor and the Circle Island Tour for educational purposes. But in the spare time they were given, most of the members hit the beach or shopping centers. Others attended luas. The Don Ho Show, went for a Catamaran Cruise (better known as the Booze Cruise) snorkled, or just plain soaked up the sun. Majorettes Becki Walden, Mary Holland and Leslie Rychel before the Homecoming game The band joins in the homecoming caravan across town to Hut- chens Field Band marches through down town Honolulu in the King Kamehameha Day parade 31 Disco Mania Hits North Kathy Bloomquist and Becki Woodyard do the hustle Thank God It ' s Friday Night Fever Disco and Dance ' Contest was held October 6, 1978 in the North High Auditorium. It was sponsored by the North High Vocal Music Department. There was a small turn out, but those that attended, showed their enthusiasm. Seniors learn a new dance Dino Hunley and Allison Garrison were the winners of the couples division Kelly Duffy as Walter proves that his wife, Mar- ian, portrayed by Michelle Weeks, gives him in- digestion Axel McGee, portrayed by Rod Christofferson, tries to persuade Walter not to leave the Embassy Marian portrayed by Chris Tallman in Saturday night ' s performance seems to be in one of her better moods . The Drama production Don ' t Drink The Water was presented February 10 and 1 1 in the North High Audi- torium. The cast is as follows: Axel McGee-Rod Christofferson Walter-Kelly Duffy Drobney-Jeff Brown Ambassador Criag Robertson Kilroy Becki Woodyard Susan Pam Hardy Chef- Lisa Lint Drojack John Gillihan Countess of Bordoni-Janet Battles Sultan of Bashir Wes Baldwin Sultan ' s wife-Traci Otto Kasner-Mike Allen Bums Julie Dunshee Marian doing what she does best . NAG ' 33 Everythings Coming up Roses Richard Wilson and Craig Robertson as newsboys Together, Wherever, We Go , sung by Brad Mundell, Les lie Rychel, and Chris Tallman. Leslie Rychel as Rose, is movin on Looking over a Four Leaf Clover are Dawn and Jennifer Peterson Cheryl Mingo, Julie Dunshee, and Julie Ry- chel as the Gimmick Girls North High relived the twenties as they presented the musical comedy, Gypsy, April 20 and 21 at 8:00 in the North High Auditorium. There was a good turn out, and a standing ovation was given by the audience after the performance on Saturday night. Hello everybody , my name ' s June, what ' s YOURS! Let Me Entertain You Mr. Goldstone, WE LOVE YOU m f Mona Reese, as Miss Cratchitt, discusses Baby June ' s contract Cast Members Uncle Jocko-John Gillihan George— Brian Hutzell Stage Manager-Richard Wilson Peanut and Jaybird-Dawn and Jennifer Peterson Balloon Girl-Bonnie Mingo Arnold -Tim Smith Baby June-Barbie Godwin Baby Louise -Karen Forrester Belline Brothers- Danny David Jones Rose -Leslie Rychel Pop-Robert Brower Newsboys-Kevin Gee, Scott Dawson, Shawn Nelson and Kendall Godwin Herbie-Brad Mundell Louise -Chris Tallman June Pam Hardy Tulsa-Rod Christofferson Younkers-Craig Robertson Angie- Richard Wilson L.A. -Brian Hutzell Kringelein-Wes Baldwin Mr. Goldstone -John Gillihan Miss Cratchitt -Mona Reese Hollywood Blondes Agnes- Vicki Mingo Majorie May -Debbie Maier Dolores-Liane Jepsen Thelma-Leila Blackburn Gail-Tracie Otto Edna-Carla Carver Pastey-John Gillihan Tessie-Tura -Cheryl Mingo Mazzepa -Julie Rychel Electra-Julie Dunshee Cigar-Craig Robertson Maid-Renee Stout Phil-Wes Baldwin Bourgeron-Cochon-Robert Brower Cow Act 1 Chris Tallman Cheryl Mingo Act 2 Brian Hutzell Richard Wilson i Joe Pendleton (Farnsworth) dictates a letter to Tony Abbott. Joe and 7013 discuss a trip to heaven with Miss Jordan. Joe Pendleton (Farnsworth) tries to convince Max that he is Joe. Spring Play Heavenly The play Heaven Can Wait presented March 16-17, was directed by student Kelly Duffy. It is about a boxer who is taken to heaven too early and his search for another body. CAST Joe Pendleton Doug Godwin Miss Jordan Michelle Weeks Messenger 7013 Liz Woods Julia Fransworth Janet Battles Tony Abbott Brian Davey Bette Lo gan Pam Hardy Max Levene Wes Baldwin Minor Characters: Mona Reese, Traci Otto, Julie Dunshee, Lisa Lint, Nan- cy Swanson, Jim Zimmerman, Becky Keith, Jeff Brown, John Gillihan, Mike Allen and Tim Bloomquist. Extras: Rhonda Augustine, Leila Blackburn, Lisa Cervetti, Regena Faux, Lisa King. Laurie Lathrum, Judy Lattimer, Tina Lewis, Debbie Maier, Dana Meadows, Linda Patterson, Julie Rychel and Diane Smith Miss Jordan checks her list. Tonny Abbott comforts Mrs. Farnsworth after the attempted murder. Joe tries to figure things out. FOOTBALL A winless season cannot be a successful one. Yet Coach Bob Peterson, his staff and players believe they were successful. Desire, dedication and enthusiasm were maintained at a maximum level throughout the season. In his first season, Coach Peter- son says it was an enjoyable and rewarding experience. These young men can hold their heads high for their efforts they put forth on the gridiron, We ' re proud of you men! Thank you, Coach Peterson Coach McDonald looks intense North advances the ball 39 Row 1 : Sherri Robinson-mgr., Pam Peterson-mgr., Billy Jo Dixon, Ricky Christensen, Jerry Carrington, David Coleman, Mike Richards, Gary Larson, Tom Elverum, Steve Clay, Patty Eveland-mgr. Row 2: Coach Bob Peterson, Chuckie Burrell, Willie Taylor, Clifford Watkins, Ed Dorsey, Brian Davey, Mark Elverum, Doug Wike, Todd Graves, Mark Whisler, Bob Davey, Coach Brooks. Row 3: Coach Jerry Collins, Jeff Pierick, Tim Nutt, Jeff Cooper, Mike Fontana, Brian Thomas, Gary Christensen, Tony Christensen, Bryan Clemens, Randy Frein, Walt Bevel, Doug Harding, Coach McDonald, Row 4: Randy Baker, Jody Gelner, Trent Krueger, Rod Christofferson, Paul Albers, Mike Bruce, Tony Chandler, Rick VanHoever, Leroy Johannes, and Russ Ross. The Mighty Polar Bears! The offensive line waits for the command of the quarterback. 40 Bears Gain Experience! The Polar Bears 1978-79 football team worked many long, hard hours without much reward throughout the season. Without managing to win any games, the players morale may have been lowered but throwing in the towel was never considered. Under the head coaching of Bob Peterson with the help of assistant coaches John McDonald, Jerry Collins, and Ron Brooks, much was learned this year with the comple- tion of every game and the experience shall be carried into next season. 9 The ungloritled side of football. A tean Gary Christensen awaits an open spot. 41 Casualties Prove a Problem Steve Clay-one of our many injured. Our football team was more successful than shown on our record. With the help of our excellent coaches and help- ful managers, the season will be a treasured one. Much lead- ership was shown and each player helped one another out. Despite the many injuries, most players lasted the season. With many juniors and sophomores returning, we should prove to be contenders next year. The team thanks the cheerleaders and the Pep Club for supporting us throughout the season. — Chuckie Burrell, quarterback Bob Davey makes an attempt to get the Bears out of trouble. Chuckie Burrell adds a touchdown pass. 42 Cubs Win One! David Lockridge and Pete Cooper work together to complete Joe Townsell pushes on for added yards, the play. I F Row 1 : David Lockridge, Byron Young, Craig Robertson, Jeff Tellis, Lynn Sears, Jerry Stanley, Donny Christenson, Chris Agan. Row 2: Jeff Ganoe, Joe Townsell, Mike Good- will, Pete Cooper, Harry Stanley, Frank Bohall, Tim Whitehead, Hondo Erickson, Jerry Todd, Bill Melvin. Row 3: Jeff Clough, Alan Hale, Jim Buckroyd, David Tompkins, Brad Hodges, Jim Zimmerman, Dean Marino, Brian Clay, David Maier. Row 4: Kurt Wilkerson, Larry McGinn, Jeff Burton, Ron Armstrong, Jeff Camper, Randy VanderLeest. Row 5: Larry Johnson, Tim Leonard, Veronica Cooper— mgr., Hiedi Glasinger— mgr., Terri Cooper-mgr., Coach Evan Minnick and Asst. Coach Lowell Cooper. Harry Stanley stuggles to stay on his feet. The Cubs approaching the huddle. 45 North Girls Win Bowling Championship Five North High Girls recently struck up their talents for North and helped capture the Double A Bowling Championship title. On March 31, at the Des Moines Bowling Center, the girls bowled against 14 top teams from across the state to earn North the championship. Bowling together since February, the girls who represented North in such a remarkable manner are: Left to right Marti Stufflebeam, Kim Moses, Lisa Marchael, Jenny Walker and Lorrie Marchael. Marti Stufflebeam had the highest series of 515 and high game of 192. 48 Bob Lawson displays the swim team award dinner cake. Boy ' s Swimming The 1979 tankmen were small but mighty. Although they did not have any victories this year North High was very proud of the team and the team efforts. We also wish the coming teams the best of luck! 49 Swimmers Accomplish Much! This 1978 year, many school records were broken. Debbie Dunshee broke the breaststroke record. Carla Garver broke the record for the 500 yard freestyle. The 200 individual medley was broken by Julie Dunshee, who also broke the record for six dives. Kendra Bassett broke the diving record for eleven dives and placed 12th in the diving finals at districts. North sank Tech four out of five times they swam against them. In an invitational meet. North beat Iowa City Regina. North also made a splash at districts, placing ahead of Oskaloosa and Tech. Throughout the season, the team raised $1,500 in fund raising ac- tivities. The money was spent on new warm up robes for the team, swimming equipment: including swimming and diving films, and new lyrcra suits for each girl. The balance of the money is to be saved for the purpose of purchasing new starting blocks in the near future. For the 1978 swim season, the Outstanding Swimmer award went to both Co-Captains: Carla Garver and Debbie Dunshee. The Most Im- proved Swimmer award went to Beth Bos and Kande Hooten. Kendra Bassett received the Outstanding Diver award. The ' 78 Girls ' Swim Team did not win any dual meets this year. Even so, the girls exhibited pride, sportsmanship, and spirit! Kendra Bassett displays nice form on a front dive in lay out posi- tion. Vicki Mingo on an entry from a back start. Ruby Bohall responds to the starters gun. 1st Row: Mgr. Michelle Taylor, Lisa McNulty, Teri Bird, Linda Frank, Julie Dun- shee, Bec ky Keith, Mgr. Susie Reeves. 2nd Row: Chris Woodruff, Kendra Bassett, Vicki Mingo, Jill Reeves, Kende Hooten. 3rd Row: Coach Lonny Kerman, Cindy Hawkins, Ruby Bohall, Beth Bos, Carla Carver, Co-capt., Debbie Dunshee, co- capt., and Diving Coach Mrs. Cleghorn. Julie Dunshee, upon hearing swim- mers, take your marks , obeys the command. Lisa McNulty takes a breather as she butterflies to the finish. Julie Dunshee executes her back dive in lay-out position. 51 Cynthia Carver passes the ball to the front line. Another ace serve for Kim Poage. Volleyball Team Shows Much Improvement Led by coach Larry Harker and aided by returning letter- men Tina Lewis, Linda McClain, and Julane Winkle, the 1978 Volleyball team improved last year ' s record by compiling a seven and nine mark. The varsity team was captained by senior Tina Lewis. We are also proud of our J.V. team, who were captained by junior Dawn Zimmerman. The team gained valuable experience and finished the season with a record of ten and six. With only two seniors leaving the squad, the volleyball team looks forward to a very strong season next year. Varsity Team; Left to right: Kim Poage, Marian Sciachitano, Linda McClain, Tina Lewis, Lisa Chidester, Teri Cox, Julane Winkle. Kneeling, Coach Larry Harker. 52 New Coach Rebuilds! Chuckie Burrell adds another point to the Polar Bear score. North 44 Ankeny 76 North 59 Tech 72 North 54 East 60 North 57 Newton 68 North 43 Dowling 66 North 54 Roosevelt 62 North 43 Lincoln 80 North 39 Hoover 85 North 58 Oskaloosa 57 North 61 Valley 67 North 51 Tech 64 North 51 East 100 North 61 Dowling 77 North 81 Roosevelt 77 North 62 Newton 64 North 72 Lincoln 102 North 61 Hoover 97 North 60 Valley 66 Tony Addy manuevers past his opponent . . . 1 ■ Rick Galbreath goes for two. I (Left to Right) in front: Coaches Lowell Cooper and Jerry Collins. Back Row: Chuckie Burrell, Gary Larson, Tony Addy, Larry Parker, Randy Baker, Jeff Smith, Rick Gal- breath, Mike Swift, Randy VanderLeest, Forest Oakly, Joe Hayes, Dennis Lutz, Craig Robertson, Mark Street, and Russ Potts. All of North High School should be extremely proud of the achievements of their 1978-79 Polar Bear Varsity Basketball team. Four seniors and eight juniors totally dedicated them- selves to this season in an effort to gain new respect throughout the city and state for our basketball program here at North. The Polar Bears played some of the most exciting basketball witnessed in our gymnasium in recent years. They were very competitive in the toughest basketball conference in the state and recorded major victories over tourna- ment bound Oskaloosa and defending Class 3A State Champion Roosevelt. It was truly a priviledge and an hon- or to serve as the head ba sketball coach at North High this past season. I sin- cerely thank the administration for their cooperation, the faculty and stu- dent body for their support, the fans for their enthusiasm, and especially my players, student managers, and assist- ant coaches for their loyalty and dedi- cation. Respectfully submitted, Coach Jerry Collins Jeff Smith gracefully attempts another two points. Rick Galbreath pumps in two. The Bears contribute much of their time to many worthy causes. This year ' s team was not only young but also inexperienced. Al- though this may have hindered us a little on the floor, we never quit or gave up. A lot of spirit and pride was shown this year and a lot of improve- ment was made. Next years squad will be the team to watch. Best of luck to all future cagers. -Rick Galbreath Co-captain The North High cagers showed quite a lot of improvement this year, not to mention a lot of pride. Since we were a small team, we grew very close throughout the season. Each per- son on the squad gave it their whole 100% and it showed when we won two games. A special thanks to our Coach, Jerry Collins, who made this season a successful one. -Gary Larson Co-captain Mike Swift attempts for two. 56 Cagers Show Pride Deann Kanis controls the ball. Michelle Weeks puts her defense to work. Shari Wilson manuevers through Valley ' s de- fense. Our team may not have won any games but we did gain a lot of exper- ience from each game. We learned how to play like a team and grew together as a squad. Even when we did loose, we still walked off the court with our heads held high because we were from North High! -Michelle Weeks Co-captain This years Mama Bears grew to- gether not only as a team on the court, but as friends off the floor. Although we didn ' t win any games, we worked many long and hard hours for North High. Each girl showed a lot of pride and spirit and deserve a lot more credit than each received. -Shari Wilson Co-captain Cagers Not Lacking in Spirit 57 Mama Bears Show Pride! to her forwards. Julane Winkle starts the action. 1st Row: (left to right) Tony Guthrie, Julane Winkle, Linda Shipman, Michelle Weeks, Val Alksnis, Lisa Kurschinski. 2nd Row: Coach John Overton, Shari Wil- son, Renee Allensworth, Deann Kanis, Bonnie Bierma, Pam Peterson, Cathy Fischer, and Coach Bob Hybl. The 78- ' 79 Mama Bears, though small in number, were big in spirit. Each of the eleven girls on the team dedicated themselves totally to good ole North High. Although our season ' s record did not show much success, the girls still remained confident about winning with each new opponent. Even though this is my last year at North High, I will always fondly remem- ber my days on the basketball court with all of the girls that I have had the pleasure of coaching. I wish each girl much success. Sincerely, Coach John Overton Linda Shipman rips the rebound, as Val Alksnis looks on. Shari Wilson leads for a fast break. 59 Sophs Push Hard Craig Robertson shoots for two. Mark Hamilton skies over his opponent. A 1 41 Ankeny J Tech r 1 J I cast Q C OJ AQ Dowling CO ZA j4 Roosevelt 1 A 1 Lincoln Q O J 4o 1 loover o 70 Oskaloosa 55 58 Valley 63 50 Tech 64 56 East 81 62 Dowling 75 64 Roosevelt 79 55 Newton 71 54 Lincoln 88 47 Newton 66 37 Hoover 77 44 Valley 47 I have had the pleasure of working with some of the most dedicated peo- ple I know while coaching the North High ' s boys basketball team. Each man on the squad gave it his full 100% throughout the entire season and I am happy that I could be the one to coach them. Alot of progress and improve- ment was made this year and it showed when we beat Oskaloosa this past sea- son. The members of the squad this year were Randy Vanderleest, Dennis Lutz, Jeff Johnson, Craig Robertson, Steve Nielsen, Rodney Larson, Hondo Erickson, Byron Young, Mark Hamil- ton and Rusty Potts. I wish each of these boys much success. Sincerely, Coach Don Sears Randy Vanderleest goes up for an easy lay up. Sophs Share Enthusiasm Laurie Lathrum closes off her oppo- nent. The North High girls sophomore bas- ketball team had both it ' s good and bad moments this season. Although we didn ' t win any games, each girl had the spirit of a winner. I enjoyed coaching these fine young ladies very much and I hope they not only find much success in their years ahead on the basketball court, but also in their lives in general. Each deserves only the best. Thank you girls. Your Coach, Dr. Marie Abrahamson 36 North Polk 73 45 Tech 59 35 Jefferson 102 28 East 81 23 Dowling 77 28 Saydel 55 26 Valley 51 31 Roosevelt 48 44 Lincoln 82 26 Hoover 82 13 Valley 80 23 Tech 81 16 East 82 38 Hoover 62 32 Dowling 88 25 Roosevelt 55 20 Newton 55 39 Lincoln 111 Renee Allensworth Tracy Foutch takes the ball up to her forwards. f Renee Allensworth goes for the ball. 1st Row: (left to right) Kandy Hooten, Tracy Foutch, Lisa Cervetti, Patty Morris, 2nd Row: Coach Abrahamson, Laurie Lathrum, Cindy Clark, Nancy Swanson, and Lisa King. Not pictured: Renee Allensworth. Tracy Foutch handles the ball. Lisa Cervetti stops her opponent. Laurie Lathrum uses her defense skills. 63 Wrestlers Show Individual Effort Gary Christensen Doug Harding Robert Brower Bob Davey Steve Siebert Jack Parker Bryan Clemens HI Donny Christensen Coach McDonald Dave Tompkins Jack Parker works for an escape One of Bob Davey ' s attempts to get out of a wrestling hold. We have some very hard working and ded- icated young men. We worked very hard on fundamentals and conditioning this year and we will be a greatly improved team next year. We had a successful season if you look at individual matches. This year was to im- prove ourselves mentally and physically. We didn ' t look at team scores. With only six of the twelve weights filled, we went into each of the meets 36 points be- hind. Gary Christensen was the all around leader in statistics and one of the teams co- captains. Bob Davey was the other co-cap- tain. Both gained much in experience and knowledge of move and will be powers to be reckoned with their opponants next year. The returning wrestlers are juniors Gary Christensen, Bob Davey, Bryan Clemens, and Doug Harding, sophomore Donny Christen- sen and freshmen Vince Bobenhouse, Jeff Burton and Robert Brower. A special thanks to sophomore Dave Tompkins, who was one of the hardest workers that I have had. He will be moving to Texas and we will all miss him very much. Sincerely, Coach Jon McDonald Doug Harding goes for the pin. Track Makes a Flying Finish hnstensen )ff from the start- line. ' in what had to be one of the cold- est track seasons, even for Polar Bears, our young forces warmed to the occa- sion with good improvement. Led by captain and quarter miler, Walt Bevel, the thin clads topped their season off with a third place finish in the Metro Conference in the mile relay! Sopho- mores Steve Nielsen and Jeff Johnson finished with a 53.3 and 52.1 in the 440. In the hurdles, juniors Doug Harding and Mike Bruce topped the highs with good form and desire. The new event, 440 yd. low hurdles, was handled well by Harding, Chris Agan and Gary Christ- ensen. With fourteen under classmen re- turning next year, we are very sure that next year will be a very successful one. Sincerely submitted, Coach Bo Belding Mike Allan trudges on 1st Row: (left to right) Ronnie Armstrong, Mike Zonona, Mike Richards, Mike Bruce. 2nd Row: Donnie Christensen, Chris Agan, Jeff Johnson, Steve Nielsen, Tim Rider. 3rd Row: Coach Belding, Coach Minnick, Billy Johnson, Walt Bevel, Demery Butts, and Coach Peterson. Not Pictured: Doug Harding, and Billy Dixon. Track Sets It ' s Mark 1st Row: (left to right) Martha Know, Tony Gutherie. 2nd Row: Michelle Weeks, Doris Bailey. 3rd Row: Tammy Mascaro, Terri Cox, Julane Winkle, Lorrie Payton, and Lori Turner. Not pictured: Mary Holland. The 1979 North girls track team has had it ' s share of ups and downs this past season but each girl has made tre- mendous improvement. We had quite a large disadvantage due to the lack of participants but each of my girls gave the team their 100% and ended up working many hard and long hours. I thank each girl on the squad and hope that perhaps next year more girls will decide to come out for track. Sincerely, Coach Miss Marilyn Quinn Tony Gutherie throws for a long shot. Michelle Weeks pours it on. Tammy Mascaro leads the relay. 68 Carla Garver serves for another ace. The girls Tennis team had the best season in the past five years with a 6-7 won-lost record. Carla Garver played number one except for three matches in singles and had eight wins and five loses. Tracy Jones played number two position ex cept for three matches and had seven wins and six loses. There were four other seniors on the varsity team. There will be three sophomores, Lisa Chiocster, Lorrie Lathrum and Diane Maier, returning. All three have lettered and should lead the team next year. Coach Mary Helen Muell Peggy Adams serves for another point. ■ u. ' 1st Row: (left to right) Becky Walden, Tina Lewis, Debi Runyon, Tracy Jones, and Carla Garver. 2nd Row: Diane Maier, Linda Patterson, Karla Wigton, Lisa Chidester, and Lorrie Lathrum. 70 Tennis Takes Full Swing Dave Killineer returns the serve. 1st Row: (left to right) Pat Harkin, Randy Frein, Tim Baker, Diane Smith. 2nd row: Ron Leveke, Larry Knapp, Dave Killinger, Tim Bloomquist, Bruce Fowler, 3rd Row: Larry Anderson, David Coleman, Roger Anderson, Mike Rundle and Coach Johnson. The boys 1979 varsity tennis team has made a lot of improvement over the course of this past season. Although there was a lot of competitiveness going on for each ranking, the boys all helped one another when it was needed. I wish to thank each of my five seniors and with the help of my seven re- turning letterwinners, we will be able to make next year an even more successful season. Sincerely, Coach Larry Johnson Bruce Fowler uses his powerful backhand. Tennis Takes Full Swing 71 Golf Shows Improvement We had one returning letter winner with Jeanine Dono- van and one other senior, plus five sophomores participating this year. There was steady improvement during the year and the sophomores indicate that they are ready to play. They like to swing at the ball and move in down the fairway. The 1978 North High squad was one of the best that the school has had in the past several years and this years sopho- mores scored better than that group did at the same stage. The golf team members beside Jeanine Donovan were Lisa Bachman and sophomores Rhonda Augusting, Julie Dun- shee, Denise Egli, Vicki Mingo and Nancy Swanson. Jeanine received the Polar Bear flea trophy for scoring lower than 50 strokes for nine holes. She was only the second girl ever to do so in the last fifteen years at North High. Sincerely, Coach Martin Pillers Jeanine Donovan swings towards a first place. The North High Girls Golf Team: (left to right) Jeanine Donovan, Lisa Bachman, Rhonda Augustine, Julie Dunshee, Denise Egli, Vicki Mingo and Nancy Swanson. f Lee Navin swings into action. Jeff Pierick concentrates on his shot. 1st Row: (left to right) Steve Blatt, Lee Navin, Jeff Pierick, and Rodney Lar- son. 2nd Row: Scott Cretas, Mike Swift, Greg Baker, and Gary Larson. Although our numbers weren ' t all that large, each man on the team play- ed to their fullest extent. A lot of improvement was made by everyone and a lot of hard work was shown. We had five seniors this year, Lee Navin, Mike Swift, Steve Blatt, Gary Larson and Greg Baker, one junior, Jeff Pierick, and two sophomores, Rodney Larson and Scott Cretas and each one did pretty well. I hope that perhaps in the future, more people will decide to come out and participate in golf. Best of luck seniors. Sincerely, Coach Donald Sears Steve Blatt shoots one down the fairway. Baseball Hits It Off! 1st Row: (left to right) Manager Lori Turner, Tim Hedges, Rick Christensen, Russ Potts, Bob Lamberti, Scott Miller, Craig Robertson, Manager Lorrie Payton. 2nd Row: Loyed Hedges, Coach Fritz, Tim Lindstrom, Jim Brown, Dennis Lutz, Gary Larson, Jerry Carrington, Kirk Caswell, Tom Rider, Randy Vanderleest, and Coach Sears. Rick Christensen nabs a grounder. Although the boy ' s baseball teams season is not yet completed, many improvements have already been made. Each man on the team has contributed more than their fair share of time and energy for the good of the whole squad. At each practice, we are learning that the phrase, It ' s powerful when we get it all together is becoming more true each day. I wish each of my eight seniors much success and with my six returning underclassmen, we will try to make next year even better. Sincerely, Coach Don Sears Tom Rider pitches a fast one. Jim Brown awaits the throw. Softball Shows Much Participation The North High girls Softball team has overcome many obsta- cles and shown tremendous improvement over the course of the season . With twenty girls on the squad, there has been a lot of needed competition going on between the players on the team. By the end of the season, each girl will have put in a lot of long hours and hard work and will deserve much more than they will receive. I wish each of my young ladies much success. Thoughtfully submitted, Coach Larry Harker Leslie Rychel catches a pop fly. 76 Jean Madden bunts toward a victory. 1st Row: (left to right) Adrean Kurchinski, Terri Cox, Julie Rychel, Jean Madden, Nancy Cook, Cathy Morton, Michelle Weeks. 2nd Row: Tracie Foutch, Luanne Cheek, Shelly Ferguson, Julane Winkle, Nancy Swanson, Theresa Dixon, 3rd Row: Lisa Kurchinski, Lorrie Lathrum, Leslie Rychael, Kathy Fischer, Shari Wilson, Lisa Marchael, Julie Madison. 4th Row: Coaches Larry Harker and Judy Duffy. Michelle Weeks grabs a grounder. We have all grown together both on and off the field, as a team. Although we have had our share of disappointments, we have never given up and hung our heads low because we were from North High. I feel each girl should be commended for we have worked many long, hot hours with very little complain- ing. I would like to wish each of the seniors much success with whatever they decide to do. Thank you, Julane Winkle pitcher 77 i VE EDi I S AMERIL jES MOINES NORTfc Organizations OEA: A Clerical Experience Second semember DECA- Front row: Cindy Bertelsen, Kathy Tomlinson, Keely Thomp- son. Second row: Becky Cox, Alice Taylor, Mary Stodgel, Renee Cheatom, Connie Fife, Melody Hannagan. Third row: Robin Con- nett, Regena Faux, Rhonda Miller, Brenda Kerr. Fourth row: Mr. Treichler sponsor, Mark Street, Doug Wike, Paul Fink and Dave Barry. DECA has been very active this year, tak- ing part in activities such as the Delegates Assembly in Ames, the Area Leadership Conference in Des Moines, and the State Leadership Conference Awards. North was well represented at the State Conference with Linda Reese winning third place in Finance and Credit and going on to the National Conference in Houston, Texas. Also, Mike Chaney received an honorable mention in Finance and Credit. During the year DECA has sponsored numerous projects to finance their year ' s activities. These projects incude the selling of coupon books and a Christmas fruit sale and other selling projects. This busy organiz ation brought the year to an end with an employer-employee ban- quet where DECA students honored their employers and a fashion show at North that was a sales promotion and marketing pro- ject for DECA students. DECA State Leadership Conference Awards Above: Brenda Kerr and Mike Chaney busy at work. Below: Mr. Treichler, DECA sponsor. Debate Argues Successfully For the first time in several years North had debate teams on all three levels of the activity. The champion- ship team members were: Linda McClain and Marion Sciachitano; junior Varsity members were: Jodi Frei- hage, Dana Meadows, Allen Hastings, and Rodney Miller; Voice members were Paula Pope and Mike Chapman. North competed at the following invitationals: Roose- velt, Spencer, Hoover, Worthington Minn., Ottumwa, Atlantic, North, East, Valley, UNI, Omaha, Bryan, and Rulston Nebraska. In addition North participated in state tournaments hosted by the National Forensic Lea- gue, Iowa Forensic League, and Iowa High school speech association. The debate teams accomplishments at several tourna- ments were noteworthy. Team and individual awards were obtained at UNI, Omaha, Bryan and at the state Iowa Forensic League tournament where Linda McClain and Marion Sciachitano were state finalist. All members reached high levels in the National De- bate honor society Allen Hastings and Rodney Miller obtained the highest Degree of Distinction during this there sophomore year. In reflection one can see that Norths ' debate program is one of the states strongest and most active. We sin- cerely note the cooperation of the school and communi- ty and look for the yearly tradition to continue. Debate Coach John Williams Chapman, Dana Meadows, Ron Newcomb, Paula Pope. Not Pictured: Marion Sciachitano. 83 Marie Parlee and Cheryl Mingo demonstrate CPR Major Leomazzi and his wife 84 Library work has some humorous points, as displayed by Theresa Dixon. Library Assistants-Front Row: Marie Parlee, Rhena Clabaugh, Theresa Dixon. Back Row: Barry Farrell, Alan Hastings. Students Help Out First semester Office Assistants-Front Row: Lorrie Foxhoven, Robin Wessel, Jeanine Donovan. Back Row: Lorrie Payton, Denise Hansen, Deb- bie Maier and Becky Nichols. Nurse Assistants- Kelly Burr and Debbie Maier. 90 3 1 Varsity Cheerleaders The 1978-79 Varsity Cheerleading Squad consists of four captains: Robin Patterson, Martha Knox, Ruby Bohall, and Jenny Walker. The remaining squad is Bobbie Greer, Martha Stuffelbeam, Lorrie Payton, Mary Cook, Regina Faux, Rhonda Miller, Lori Turner, and Tammy Augistine. The cheerleaders were divided into two squads during basketball sea- son, so that the cheerleaders could enjoy the game as well as not being so tired to cheer for the next game and do a good job as well. This years cheerleaders had a hard time getting started, but they finally got to- gether and did a fine job. .N. TRIP I Eight Juniors over Spring break were selected on the basis of their leadership, grades and extra curricular activities to go on the U.N. Trip. Carol Carver, Lisa Kurschinski, Bruce Fowler, Kim Brewer, Linda McLain, Cynthia Carver, Laine Jepsen and Sue Chapman. To Washington they went, they toured many historical monuments and places, such as the White House, State Capitol, F.B.I. Center and much more. This trip was a great oppor- tune time to meet and associate with students from other schools in the Metropolitan area. Lincoln Monument L-R Carol Garver, Laine Jepsen, Cindy Carver, Lisa Kurschinski Sitting L-R Carol Garver, Laine Jepsen, Cindy Carver, standing L-R Kim Brew- er, Linda McLain, Susan Chapman, Bruce Fowler and Lisa Kurschinski Washington Monu- ment mm. President Mary Holland Pep Club: Marian Sciachitano, Carla Carver, Cindy Carver, Liane Jep- sen, Rita Daniels, Carole Carver, Row 2 Linda McClain, Shari Wilson, Mary H Holland, Martha Knox. Mary Holland And Shari Wilson were very busy this year. i • 1 Pep Club Poses Pep Club in action. t I I Pep Club Involved This year Pep Club accomplished many things, such as helping the band with their paper drive, selling Polar Bear buttons, selling football calenders, and many more this year Pep Club was very much involved at North. 93 First semester Music Theatre Class, back row, left to right: Lori Turner, Vickie Mingo, Hohn Gillahan, Julie Rychel, Becky Keith, Jim Zimmerman, Lisa King, Kay Harvey, Lorri Payton, Mary Cook, and Lisa Cervetti. Second row: Mona Reese, Tina Lewis, Brad Mundell, Cheryl Mingo, Julie Dunshee, Leila Blackburn, Kelly Duffy (bent over), Liane Jepsen, Tracy Foutch, Mike Allen, and Marie Parlee. Third row: Denise Hawthorn, Doug Godwin, Chris Tallman, Linda Shipman, Pam Hardy, Debbie Maier, Leslie Rychel, Rod Christofferson, Kathy Bloomquist, Terry Neilson, Jeanine Donovin, Rhonda Brafford, and Martha Stufflebeam. Music Theatre is a class offered by music instructor David Chamberlin and choreographer John Thompson. The group, better known as the North Star Singers, performed throughout the city for nursing and retirement homes, church clubs and many other organizations. They also played a big part in putting on the fall musical, Fiddler on the Roof. David Chamberlin Music Theartre John Thompson 94 Linda Shipman and Lori Turner pose for a picture during musical rehearsal. Mike Allen and Tracy Foutch take break from singing. Leslie Rychel, Doug Godwin, and Kevin Godwin Leila Blackburn Ray Carver is a former North High, and Music Theatre student, who helped the class during first semester. Vickie Mingo caught at an awkward time. Julie Dunshee and Kelly Duffy K ay Harvey shows that she really loves being in Music Theatre class. Kathy Bloomquist and Doug Godwin sing sweet nothings to one another during one of their many performances as the other singers look on. Gary Deaton, Geneva Taber, Kenneth Schwartz- trauber John Lawson Sitting, Arthur Carter Middle Row Left to Right (sub) Roland Simpson, Lawerence Pierick, Chester Pierson, Ward Peters, Top Left to Right Leo Seaney, Mike Gahman Francis, Shehan, Howard Griffiths Dorothy Fechner Cleone Marken-Gook ft f% r Bottom— Left to Right, Cleone Marken, Jeannine Pfister, Helen Stein- bach, Shirley Page, Jeanne Cox, Top Left to Right, Dorothy Arndt, Dorothy Tharp, Dott Barney, Judy Lowe, Helen Amadeo, Dorothy Roger, Inez Fitzgerald, Iona Vernon, (Gone) Mae Smith, Dorothy Fechner Dorothy Arndt Head Cook Custodians and Cooks Left to Right, Jeanine Donovan, Carla Garver and Lisa Kurchinski not pictured, Marion Sciocitona Top Row, Ron Levyke, Mike Rundle, Doug Kurchinski. Bottom Row, Robin Patterson, Larry Knapp ▼ f Student Council has an Active Year Student Council has been active in many ways this year. They have put on such things as Homecoming, Spirit Week, three mixers after the basketball games, and a Bear Bash Dance. They have also acquired a new conference room in the student center, which they refinished themselves, and have put up a new bulletin board by the office for upcoming events. The students pictured here were in Stu- dent Council either first or second seme- ster. Top Row, Brenda Thoren, Mike Chapman, Tracy Otto. Bottom Row, Carol Garver, Diane Maier Cynthia Carver Top Row, Susan Chapman, Sherri Robinson Bottom Row, Brenda Thoren Rodney Larson, Tracy Otto Top Row, Michelle La Masters, Allen Hastings, Mona Reesi Bottom Row, Leslie Rychel, Linda Shipman, Becki Wood- yard. Top Row, Susan Chapman, Linda McClain, Rodney Miller, Middle Row, Tracy Jones Barry Farrel, Bottom, Jody Freihage Rhena sorts through the file for pictures for her Oracle article 98 Oracle and Polar Bear staffs work together deadline Oracle Staff, (laying down) Tim Bloomquist, first row left to right, Val Alksnis, Leslie Rychel, DeAnn Kanis, Linda Shipman, Regina Faux, Sec- ond row left to right, Lisa Logan, Terri Poe, Tammy Christensen, David Souders, Roger McCullough, Standing around the bear, (1 to r) Rhena Clabaugh, Jean Madden, Roxy Dawson, Bob Morris, Jeff Smith, Todd Foutch, On the bear, Be cki Woodyard. Terri Poe, getting the paper ready to be layed out. A m First Semester YearBook Staff ; Mr. Nyman, First Row (1 to r), Doug Wike, David Souders, Todd Foutch, Bob Morris, 2nd row, Tom Elverum, Rhonda Brafford, Tim Bloomquist, Top row, Leila Blackburn, Bob Lamberti, Standing (1 to r), Mary Hollond and Linda Shipman. Mr. Mike Nyman reflects on the past year as being one of the most successful for the Oracle and Year- book staffs. m Photographers; Dave Souders, Tom Elverum, Doug Wike, Tim Bloomquist, Bob Morris, Todd Foutch. Second Semester Yearbook; first row (1 to r), Tom El- verum, Janet Battles, Tim Bloomquist, Leila Blackburn, Leslie Rychel, Kathy Bloomquist, 2nd row, Todd Foutch, Rhonda Brafford, Val Alksnis, Kim Moses, Bec- ky Cornwell, 3rd row, Bob Lamberti, Linda Shipman, Jody Gelner, Carol Garver, 4th row, Tim Teer, Mark Street, Ric Ramsey, Bob Morris. 4 Rhonda Brafford, Leila Blackburn, Mary Hollond, David Souders, Bob Morris. 99 Adain Barbera Agin Criss Albers Dino Alexander Barb Allensworth Renee Anderson Bruce Aguinga Theresa Anderson Larry Armstrong Ron Augustine Rhond; Baily Renee Banks James Banks Mark Barnes Michael Bash Kevin Basset Kristi Beery Judith Beitzell Diane Bird Teresa Boagord Jerry Boeckholt Laurie Bohall Frank Bos Beth Brown Jeffrey Brown James H. Brown James E. 0 Class of ' 80 Bruce Debbie Buckroyd Jim Burks Tom Butts Damery Butts Gina Cross Edger Carlson Marsha Carter Tammy Caswell Curtis Cervetti Lisa WM Chapman Mike Cheek Luanne Chidester Lisa Christansen Donald Clark Cynthia Clay Brian Clayborne Raymond Clough Jeff Coffy Susan Connelly Laurene Cooper Pete Cooper Veronica 105 Cowls Melody Cox Kelli Cox Nick Cox Terri Crawford Tim Creamer Kelly C re tors Scott Crowel Rene Daniels Rita Davis Teresa Dean Juanita Dixon Terri Dodds Dennis Donnelly Kerry Dunshee Julie Dunn Albert Easter John Egli Denise Elverum Todd English Maurise Erickson Hondo Fane Sandra Fergason Shelly Fife Brenda Flanders Larry Foxhoven David Foxhoven Dennis Foxhoven Lori Fotitch Tracie Frazier Gene Frisk Kathryn Fuheman Gina Gillian Sheryl Glassinger Heidi Gordinier Bryon Green Leline Grimm Donna Hale Allen Hamilton Mark Hansen Gary Harkin Patrick Ham Ted Hasetent John Hastings Alan Hatfield John Hatfield Scott Henderson Kenny Hobbs Shandell Hodges Bradley Hooten Kendra Hull James Huntoon Ellei Hunter Kevin Huss Loren Hutt David Hut ton Lila Immel John James Michael Johnson Gregory Johnson Dale Johnson Tammy Johannes Dewey Johnson Jeff OHH 55 Keairns Amy Keith Rebecca King Lisa Kurschinski Douglas Lattimer Judy Lamasters Michelle 108 Miller, Rodney Miller, Scott Millsap, Mike Mingo, Victoria Moreno, Dean Morris, Patty Namery , Lloyd Neal, Rebecca Nielsen, John Nielsen, Stephen Nutt, Tammy Ogg, Mary Otto, Tracy Pope, Paula Potts, Russell Rasmussen, David R. Reimers, Danny Reynolds, Robert Riche, Dawn Rider, Tim Ries, Melody Robertson, Craig Robinson, Kyle Rowlan, Jackie Rundle, Mark Russeau, Leslie Rychel, Julie Sandin, David Sayaxarg, Kechee Scales, Dorothy Schultz, Janine Schultz, Susan no nop! ? Schwartz, Lisa Schwartztrauker, Frank Semple, Richard Shepard, Scott Sims, Susan Smith, Diane Smith, Pat Steigleder, Jesica Stout, Renne Stovall, Bridget Strobel, Shelly Sorensen, Shelly Swanson, Nancy Tate, Lezlie Taylor, Bill Taylor, David Todd, Jerry Tompkins, David Van Buskirk, Mike Vanderleest, Randy Wahlert, Brenda Walker, Laura Weatherman, Randy Whisler, Richard Wigton, Brad, Williamson, Richard Williams, Tyronne Wilson, Richard Witt, Laura Young, Brenda Young, Bryon Ziebel, Robert Ziegler, Lisa Zimmerman, Ed Zimmerman, James Hammond, Chris in Alexander Patty Alberts Paul Alksnis Val Allen Mike Allen Rose Anderson Bob Anderson Roger Augustine Tammy Baumgartner Kathy Barnes Zara Baker Randy Beck Steve Bell Kurt Belluchi Carol Bertelson Kelly Bevel Walt Blakely Gene Bloomquist Tim Bradford Jeff Bierma Bonnie Brewer Theresa Brewer Kim Brown Damita Brown Mike Bruce Mike Bryant Debbie U h 4 i 111 ® Class of 80 112 ft ft o ft U The Mighty Juniors Burrell Chuckie Butler Mike Butt Tim Carver Cynthia Caswell Curtis Caswell Kirk Chandler Tony Chapman Susan Cheatom Ren ee Chiles Vicki Christenson Gary Christenson Tony Christ ofterson Rod Clabaugh Rhena Clemens Bryan Coffman Mike Connett Joan Connett Robin A ft Cook Mary Cook Nancy Cooper Jeff Cooper Terri a Cornwell Becky Cowles Sarah 113 Cox Tim Cross Suzanne Curry David Dair Kelly Davey Bob Dixon Theresa Duemmell Rick Dyer Mike Edwards Dennis Eveland Patty Fees Connie Freihage Jodi Frein Randy Fontana Mike Fowler Bruce Frank Linda Fulton Doug Garver Carol Gelner Jody Gillihan John Gray Ken Guthrie Toni Greenfield Victoria Guy Equinsia Hageman Elizabeth Hainline Debra Hall Perry Hastings Roberta Hannagan Melody Harding Doug ft 114 0 n P el fl fl F Hawkins Melvin Hawthorne Denise Henderson Dennis Henry Marshelle Hildreth Dale Huynh Mai Thi Holston Lisa Hooten Kirk Hutchinson John Hutton Ronda Jackson Allene James Romona Jepsen Liane Johannes Leroy Johnson Patrick Kelly Twilla Khamden Mac King Leslie Knox Rex Kunedson Fred Kruger Trent Kurchinski Lisa Lee Toua Lenhart Jeff Lewiston Brad Leveke Ron Litlon Jennifer Logan Lisa Lor Towa 115 Marean Roger Martelli Don Martin Fay Warren Martin Mason Joanne Mc Gain Overton April Newconb Ron Nutt Tim Nutter Rhonda Oakley Forest Parker Jack Porter Kim Parker Larry Par lee Grace Payton Lorrie Peterson Pam Perterson Bob Perterson Lily Pett Kim Piereck Jeff Quinn Willie Rabon Pam Moon J eff Morrissey Melissa Murphy Patsy • 1 Chuck Burrell and Willie Quinn chow down I Russ Ross is busy at work T5 116 Ramsey Rick Mundell Brad Murray Rhonda McCutchen Tracy McDowell Nene Meadows Dana Ik Doug Fulton plays Kojak Mentzer Paul Miller Rhonda Morton Christine Roberts Pam Rinner Jeff Russell Beverly Russell Debra Robinson Sherri Rohde Kelly Reese Linda Ries Cheryl Shade Ken Schoening Todd Schomer Lois Sciachitano Marian Shaw Jeff 117 Schoening JetT Shepard Karan Slaughter Lorri Smith Jeff Smith Jerry Smith Tom Staggs Jay Stoggle Jackie Street Mark Strike Sue StutYlebeam Martha 118 ■ • s I Swift Sue Teasley Sadie Thas Lor May Yea Thomas Brian Thorn Brenda Thrasher Mike Trogdon Rod Turner Lori Twist Stuart Van Hoever Rick Pretty as a picture, fit to be hung Washinton trie 119 Williams Lee Williams Mary Winkle Julane Woodruff Treasa Woodard Glen Wright Donna Zimmerman Dawn Zonona Mike 121 1 Jim Brown Linda Shipman President Tracy Jones Vice President-Banquet Vice President -Prom Deann Kanis Debi Runyon Margaret Hayes Girls Rep.- Banquet Treasurer Girls Rep. -Prom Gary Larson Steve Clay Mike Swift Boys Rep. -Banquet Treasurer Boys Rep. -Prom EXECUTIVE 122 Peggy Ann Adams Tennis, 6,8; Kadets, 4,5,6,7,8; H. R. Of- ficer, 8; Prom Comm., 8; Senior Banquet Comm., 8; Honor Roll, 6. My most memorable experience was when I went with the band to Hawaii. Anthony Fromm Addy Lisa Anne Bachman Doris Denise Baily Track, 8; Softball, 8; Sports Manager, 7,8. Gregory John Baker Band, 3,4,5,6,7,8; Golf 3,4,5,6,7,8; Stage Band, 3,4,5,6,7,8 Honor Roll, 5,6,7. The most memorable moment will be my graduation from North High School. Timothy Scott Baker Tennis, 2,4,6,8. I will have fond memories of North, the teacher-student ratio is close, you get to know everybody real well. Weslee Ira Baldwin Kendra Sue Basset t Girls Diving, 3,5,7; Girls Swimming, 3,5, 7; Outstanding Diver, 7; Honor Roll, 1 ,2, 3,4,5,6,7,8; Boys Swimming Manager, 3, 4; Jazz Band, 7. Janet Louise Battles Plays, 3,4,5,7,8; Polor Bear Staff, 8; Ex- change Day, 8. The most memorable moment I have is doing all the plays for north High. Kathleen Ann Baumgartner Bobbie Jean Beavers-no picture available Gary Wayne Becker Christopher Ambrose Bell David Clayton Berry ROTC, DECA Cindy Ann Bertelsen Leila Marie Blackburn Choir, 3-8; Honor Roll, 5-8; U. N. Trip; Oracle Polar Bear Staff, 6,7,8; Pep Club. 3-8; Music Theater, 5-8; Most memorable moment was my first solo. Stephen Jay Blatt Kathleen Ann Bloomquist, Band, 3-8; Ass. Drum Majorette, 7,8; Track, 3,4; Tennis, 5,6; Music Theater, 3 7; Yearbook Staff, 8; H. C. Princess; My most memorable moment was our band trip to Hawaii. Ruby Ann Bohall, Cheerleading, 3,4,7,8; Pep Club, 3-8; Swim team, 5,7; Polar Bear Staff, 5,6. David Ray Boucher Rhonda Lynn Brafford, Softball, 2,4,6; Basketball, 3,4; Kadet, 3.4. Flag-Twirler, 5,6,7,8; Music theater, 5,6, 7; Polar Bear Staff, 7,8; My most memorable moment was Prom Night. Michael X. Brannon-no picture available Kelly Jean Breeden, Cheerleading, 7,8; Choir, 7; O.E.A. 6,7,8; Art Club, 5,6; Volleyball 5,6; Pep Club 3,4; Swim Timer, 3,4. James Michael Brown Baseball, 2-8; Sr. Class Pres.; Band, 3-6; Kiwanis of the month, 8; State of la. Scholar, 7,8; Honor Roll, 1-8. Lynnette Marie Butts, -no picture available Jerry Lee Carrington, Football, 5,7; Baseball, 6,8; Carl Edward Catrenich, Wres. 2-4; Golf, 4; Kiwanis of the month, 7; Pep Board, 7,8; U.N. Trip; Honor Roll 1-8; Co-Valedictorian, 8; Roger James Cheshire Ricky Dwayne Christensen, Football, 3,5,7; My most Memorable moment was when the football team went 3-0 in 77 . Tamara Ann Christensen, Oracle Staff, 7,8; Cheerleader, 7,8; Pep Club, 3,4,7,8; My most memorable moment was mak- ing wrestling swimming Cheerleading squad. Kerry Lee Claugh Steven Mark Clay Football 1,3,5 7; Wrestling 3,4,5.6; Honor Roll 3,4,6; Class Treasurer 8 David Lee Coleman Football 7 ; Tennis 6,8; DLCA 8. The people are friendly, sports were a very good experience. Mary Louise Stogel Coleman ROTC 3,4,5; DEC A 7,8. Graduation was the most memorable experience . Becky Jean Cox Kimberly Ann Cox Softball 2,4,6,8; Basketball 3,4; Student Council 3; North Star Singers 3 ; Honor Roll ' 3,4. Musical Pajama Game Dean Lewis Cunningham Michael Brian Davey Tracy Allyn Deaton Football 3; Basketball 3-8; Baseball 3; Senior Banquet Comm. 8. William Joseph Dixon Football 7; Basketball 2,3; Track 6,8; DEC A 5,6; Lettermans Club 5-8. Jeanine Kay Donovan Sr. Prom Comm. Sr. Banquet 8; Home- coming Comm. 7; Student Council Sec. Rep. 3, 5 .6. 7 ,8; Girls Competitive Swim. 3,5; Boy ' s Swim Manager 5,6; Honor Roll 1 -8 ; Girls Golf 4 .6.8 ; Pep Club 3-6, Choir 4,5 ,6; North Star Singers 7,8; Exchange Day 8; Musicals. Edward Calvin Dorsey Thersa Lynn Downs Choir 3-8; Pep Club 5-8; Swim, and Wres- tling Cheerleader 7,8; Swim Timer 5,6. Kelly Joseph Duffy Musicals 3-8 .Plays 3-8; North Star Sing- ers 3-7; Choir 3-8, All State Choir 5; Vocal Contest 3-8. I want to be remem- bered by ' DUFF ' Plain and Simple. Debra Denise Dunshee Girl ' s Comp. Swim. 3,5,7; Swim Team Cap. 7; Band 3-8, Boys ' Swim Manager 3, 4 ; North Star 5 ,6 ; Choir 8 ; Honor Roll 3 , 7. I was named most outstanding Robert Dewayne Durden Mark Lee Hive rum Football 7; Baseball 4.6,8; Student Coun cfl 3,4; Golf 2. I plan on going to col- lege, before getting a job. Thomas Scott Etonian Football 3.5.7; Track 3.5.7; Polar Bear Staff 6.7.8. My most memorable experi- ence was playing on the North Football Kirk J. Fstrada Barry Gene Farrell AFJROTC I -8; Boy ' s State; Colorguard 2-8. Life is just an American Pie, I ' m out to get my own slice of that Pie. Just ask Don McCTean. Regina Fllen Hertz Faux Richard Anthony Galbreath Varsity Basketball 3-8. This year I made High School All American, I was 6th lead- ing score in the Metro. I ' m 1st in rebound mg in the Metro. I made 2nd team all Metro. Allison Fay Garrison ( aria Margaret Graver Student Council and Rep. 3,4,6,7,8; Band 3-8 ; Tennis 4,6.8 ; Swimming 5 ,7 ; Home- coming Comm. 7; Honor Roll 1-8; Iowa State Scholar 8; U of I Dean Scholar 8; Kiwanian 8 ; United Nations Trip 6 ; Governor ' s United Nations Day 7 Musi- cals 8; Orchestra 6-8. I will always re- member the people with whom I ' ve had the chance to be acquainted and the many responsibilities has taught me to accept . Douglas Dee Godwin Musicals 3-8; Rays 1-8, North Star 3-8; Boys Swim Team 1 -8 ; Boys Swim Captain 7,8 .Choir 3,4. Todd Jason Graves Wrestling 4; Football 3.5,7; Honor Roll 1-5,7,8. The most memorable experi- ence at North for me was ' The Burning off The Shoe ' at the end of Football sea- son my Senior Year. Bobbi Rochelle Greer Pamela Sue Grimm Richard John Guisinger DaviJ Dallas Hamilton Basketball 3-7;DECA 7,8; Honor Roll 73- Denise Marie Hansen Office Assistant 7; Choir 4,5. Anita Louise Harding Pamela Jean Hardy United Nation Trip 6; North Star 3-8, Choir 3,6.7,8; Honor Roll 1-3,5-8 Prom Comm. 8; Banquet Comm. 8; Musi- cals 3-8. Deborah Kay Harty Basketball 3.4;Kadet 5,6; H.R. Treasurer 7.8. Homecoming Princess 5; Honor Roll 2-8. My Most memorable experience here at North High was being elected princess in my Junior year. Kay Delana Harvey Warren Lee Hastings Wesley Linn Hastings Band 3-8; Orchestra 3,4,5; Honor Roll 7, 8; Stage Band 4. My most memorable moment was the Bear Bash 79. Margaret Ann Hayes Timothy Norman Hedges Basketball 3,4,7.8; Baseball 3-8. Thai Lee no picture available Tina Louise Lewis Volleyball, 5.7; Tennis, 4.8. Kadet 4-8; Pep Club. 3,4; Plays, 4-8; North Star Star, 5-8; Honor Roll, 1 ,2,6; Sr. Banquet Comm. Timothy Alan Lindstrom Baseball 4.8; Football, 3,4. Michelle Lynette Luten Jean Anne Madden Co- Valedictorian. 8; Softball. 1-8; Bas- ketball. 3-5; Oracle Editor. 7,8; Band, 3-8 Honor Roll, 1 -8; Pep Club, 3-8; Choir. 4; Track. 4. Debra Lynn Maier Kadet. 4-8; North Star, 5-8; Swim Timer. 4,5; Off. Asst. 7,8; Choir, 6,8; Banquet Comm. 8; Prom Comm., 8; Plays, 8; Ten nis. 4. Lorrie Anne Marchael Pep Club. 3,4; DECA , 5,6; Girls State Bowling Champs, 7,8. Pamela Sue Marino Softball. 4; Office Coop., 7,8. Tammy Sue Mascaro Track, 4,6,8; Kadet, 3-8; Honor Roll, 1 ,2. 4,5,7.8; Prom and Banquet Comm., 8; H. R. treasurer, 8. Attaining two goals, co-champ, of the Metro in Track in ' 77 and finding some- one special. Debra Sue McBee i Shelley Ann McDonald Band 3-8; Honor Roll, 1-8; Prom Commit- tee, 7,8; Rag, 3. My most memorable moment has been Hawaii, the Band-a-thons, and the 1 ratings at contest. Steven Brian Meyer Debate. 5,6. All that is now, All that ' s to come and everything under the sun is in tune, but the sun is eclisped by the moon. Beverly Anne Michael OLA, 5-8; Off. Assit.. 3.4, Prom Com- mittee, 8. Being in OEA and having good times. ' Kimberly Rae Miller Band 3-8; Sr. Banquet Comm.. 8; Sports Man., 8. My most memorable moment was going to Hawaii with the band. ( hei I Rae Mmno Golf 4.M ijsvKep. M,7£; Sports Mgr. (Boys Swunni.) 7.K. Hp Club 3 4; North Siai Singeis. 3-8. Choir 5-8. Swim 1 imci 3-8; Banquet Prom Comm. 7,8. Cindv l ee Mogensen Honor Roll 7; Basket hall 8 ; (Ml ice Co- op K. Robert Allen Moms Mil Beai .V OrtdB Stall6.7.8.||onoi Roll 1-5 Kunbeily Ann Moses Swimming 3.4; YearbtH k 8; I he most inemorahle experience lor me was, I ll geiald tolling me Cm not going to graduate. Showed you I it ' . Anthony I ugene Moulder I ' atnck Dean Mumfoed Lwa Ann Murray Choir 5.6.7.8; Honor Roll 6; Lee l.dward Navin (ioll 2,4.6,8; Basketball 3.4; I he most memorable experience fol in was being chosen captain of the golf team. Patrick Joseph Navin innnTinflifl (Mlice Worker 7,8; lei in I ee Nielsen North St ji Singer 5 .0.7; Honor Roll 3,4, 5,6.7; Choir 5,6,7; Jeanne Marie Anne Parlee Linda Mane I ' atteison I emus 8;Hoooi Roll 3.4.5 ,7;North Slai Snivels 4.5.6.( lion 8; The most fun I had at Noith was being in the musicals. K. ' hm Diane Patterson Cheerleader (( ' apt .) 34; Tiack 4 . Student Council 3.4.7.8; Pep Club 3-8 . Senior Banquet Comm. 8. I think eliecilcadme. helps not only the team, but also your- self. It has given me many moments that I will always iieasure. Robert David Phoenix. Band 3 -8. Stage Band 3-7; Honor Roll 4-8 Thomas David Ridci l)ebra hileen Robinson OKA 6-8;Choir 3,4. My tcnih grade year was most remembered, when I came over 10 the North side, and met everybody. Joseph C harles Rubes. Jr. Stage Crew 5,6; Baseball 4; Plaj s 3-8. Tm proud to have been a student at North, and will always have fond memories of my friends and teachers. Michael Page Rundle Debra Ann Runyon- Sr. Treasurer 7,8; Kadet j-8: Tennis 5-8; Chorus 3,4; Pep Club 3.4; Prom and Ban- quet Comm. 7,8: Honor roll 1-8. Leslie Ann Rychel Majorette 5 -8; Cheerleader 3.4; Track 3-6; Oracle Staff 7. 1; Student Council 3-7; Polar Bear Staff 7,8, U.N. Trip 5,6; Plays 3- 8; Musicals 3-8; North Star 3-7; Softball 4- 8; Honor Roll 3-8; n Karla Rae Wigton Band 3-8: Honor Roll 3-8; UK. Trip 5,6; Tennis 8: Stage Band 3-8; Douglas Robert Wike loot hall 7; Basketball 3.4,5.6; Baseball 4; Pep Club 7; DI C A 7.8; Shari Ann Wilson Basketball 3-8;Honoi Roll I -8; Pep Club Officer ( Vice -Pres.) 3-8; Softball 2,8; Track 4,8; I want to attend college play basketball if my financial situation permits it Teresa Jane Woodruff Rebecca Sue Woodyard Softball 2. 4 ,0.8; Track 4; l lag-Twirler 5.6.7.K; Band 6; Plays 3-8; Basketball 3.4. Ondl Staff 7,8; Sr. Banquet Comm. 7,8. kiwams 7; My most memorable experi- ence was being in the King Kamehameha Day Parade in Hawaii. Theresa Ann Zimmerman Larry Dee Knapp Tennis 6.8; Wrestling 3.5; Band 3-8; Stage Band 3-8; Student Council 8; Cross Country 3,5; Judy Michael ■ CO a CD O f Senior Events this year included a swim party , a ban- quet and prom. All the events were headed by the senior ex- ecutive board with senior ad- visor Mr. Graziano, helping to lead the way. This years activ- ities were a lot of fun, and will be remembered by all the seniors in years to come. Kathy Bloomquist grimaces while trying to throw the ball. Hey big boy , how ' s about a little swim? Pam Hardy and the wet look. Chicken was a popular game at the senior swim party. Some were even too chicken to play. Senior Class Executive Board proves that it ' s not too hard to dress up. Class of ' 79 Graduate in Gym North ' s graduation was held in the gymnasium this year for the first time since 1967. This year ' s graduating class elected to wear the green and white pen- dent medalion again this year. They also chose to have May- or Richard Olson as our speaker. One hundred and eighty-five students graduated this year. This was a different year at North. Instead of having one Valedic- torian we had three: Carl Ca- trenich, Carla Garver and Jean Madden. The ceremony was in- spiring and heart warming. It was enjoyable for all. Congra- tulations Class of 79 and Good Luck. 138 Billy Jo Dixon and Forest Weber make the scene in their new get up. Bob Lamberti and Mrs. Dwiere- library Mr. Pillers-Counselor Mr. Perry-Counselor 141 This year Mr. and Mrs. Lazear have been so helpful in teaching and Student relation. Second Semester Mr. Lazear was promoted to Vice Principal because Mr. Klinzman left to teach Drivers Ed. Mrs. Lazear is here almost everyday substituting. To N.H.S. Lazears are very impor- tant, as well as other teachers. Mrs Sibert-Home Economics Mrs. McAllister-Home Economics Mr. McLaughlin-Band Director Mrs. Forrester-English Miss Phoenix-typing Mr. Minnick-Crafts Mr. Phillips-Social Studies Mr. Moberly-Math Mrs. Druart-Art Mr. Bill Funte, Accounting and Business. Mr. Bob Lawson, History and Varsity Swim Coach. Mr. David Hardie, Drafting and Metal Shop. Mr. Ken Whitney, Special Education. Mr. Tom Fitzgerald, History and Geog. Project. Classroom Scenes Miss Mary Jones, Special Education. This year at N.H.S. we have many new teachers. Mr. Peterson, Head Coach Football, Mr. McDonald, Wres- tling Coach, Mr. Rotchafer for Drivers Ed. These new additions help North gain difference in student teacher relation. Mr. Parsons- Wood Shop Miss Seaver-Spanish, French Mr. Fair— Counselor r Mr. Wilson -Psychology Mrs. Morrison— Reading Mr. Williams-Speech In Mr. Gray, Mr. Wand, Mr. Belding-Drivers Ed. Mr. Hardie-Drafting Mr. Rotschaffer- Drivers Ed. Mr. Koester-Home remod- eling Rita Oline Mr. Graziano-vice-principal 148 Advertising of Hy-Vee Food Stores 100% Employee Owned 4i A friendly smile in every aisle Hy-Vee Food Store zrl 2310 West Euclid Hy-Vee Food Store 2 2537 East Euclid Hy-Vee Food Store 3 S.E. 14th and Park Ave. EAST DES MOINES National Bank East 14th and Euclid 265-1431 South East 14th and Indianola 285-1111 East Univ. and Hubbell 265-1684 Pleasant Hill Blvd. and Maple 265-5639 8 AM-6 PM Mon.-Fri. 9 Am-Noon Sat. 9:30 AM-5:30 Mon.-Fri. Noon Sat. 10- 5:30 Mon.-Fri. 9-Noon Sat. 11- 5:30 Mon.-Fri. 9 AM-Noon Sat. Four Conveniently Located Banks FILBY PHOTO SERVICE Photo Supplies - Hallmark Cards 3105 Douglas Ave. - Phone 274-3479 HILAND PASTRY Birthday Cakes — Graduation Cakes 3615 Sixth Avenue 282-4059 HERMAN REALITY Member of Multiple Listing Service Notary Services In Business for 25 Years at High; and Park 4006 6th Avenue Realitors 288-9761 150 Bob Brown Ded Moines When it Comes to Financing The Choice is Yours Iowa ' s Largest Fleet Sales Department Nite Truck Service Parts GMAC Bank Financing 4224 Merl Hay Rd. 278-7800 f PLAZA LANES 2701 Douglas 255-1111 32 Brunswick Lanes Special Student Rates Jr. Adult Leagues MC DONALDS SALES CO. P.O. Box 3035 2800 Delaware Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50317 Phone 515 262-3149 Representing Leading Manufacturers of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Protection Equipment. PARK FAIR SHOPPING CENTER 100 East Euclid 243-3618 PARK FAIR UN PHARMACY Ron Secrest— Dick Kimzey LAWSONS HIGHLAND PARK PHOTOGRAPHY 3825 Sixth Ave. 243-0661 151 Downtown Park Fair Valley West Mall Congratulations Seniors pinhall umisQrd For a Good T ime in 79 703 Grand Ave. 4040 Merle Hay Road 1503 E. Douglas, in the Eastgate Shopping Center 11-11 Mon. thru Thurs. 11-11 Fri. and Sat. 12-10 Sunday ..Ave re with you all the way Valley National Bank St DES MOINES, IOWA 50304 A BANKS OF IOWA ' BANK Main Office-Sixth and Walnut Highland Park Office-Third and Euclid ■ Regency Office-Seventeenth and Grand East Euclid Office-East 28th and Euclid ■ Park Fair Office-Second and Euclid Member F.D.I.C. (515) 245-6100 152 Go Where? You ' re Kidding! Now wait a minute . . . we ' re not kidding. We are dead serious about your future college plans. Drake University offers Special advantages for Des Moines students. Come to Drake and live on campus. Think about the advantages ... on your own but close enough to home for emergencies like borrowing the ear or replenishing die bank account at a moments notice. Think about the advantage you have over the out-of ' -towners who don ' t know the ins-and- outs of your hometown. Think about the many educational advantages at Drake, too. At Drake we have six undergraduate colleges and schools with over 103 major areas of study to choose from. And when your college days are over, weTi even do all we can 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. Or, if you ' re in a hurry, call us at 271-3181. Go where? Go to Drake, that ' s where. So, who ' s kidding! ake University admits students without regard to sex. race, color, national or ethnic origin or handicap drake university DENNY ELWELL ' S PAYLESS TIRES Three Des Moines Locations NORTH NORTHWEST EAST 105 E.Euclid 3714 Merle Way 2941 244-8101 E. University ACROSS FROM PARK FAIR Chesley B. Waterman Agent P.O. Bo 3067 1301 E. Euclid Des Moines, Iowa 50316 262-3322 MFA INSURANCE COMPANIES PARK REALITY Cash for Your Home Buy— Sell— Trade Member Multiple Listing Service 3800 6th Ave. 282-8313 If No Answer Call 243-1332 PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL, INC WORLD LEADER IN AGRI-GENETICS PIONEER. J M BRAND ® S S SEEDS Corn, sorghum, alfalfa, cereal seeds. Peterson BRAND SEED Forage and soybean seeds. ( )NU |()BS) MICROBIAL LIVING CROBI CULTURES Natural agricultural products comprising microbial cultures. irnprqdt Computer consulting and management services. DATA PROCESSING SERVICES COMPUTER SYSTEMS Computerized control systems for small businesses. m. PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL. INC. - ,206 MULBERRY STREET, DES MOINES, IOWA S0308 ® •«.«..« o( Ho .., H.-B..0 HWM ,„c, D« H.oi n «. low.. U.S.A. Come Crow With US tankers Trust Des Moines, Iowa 50304 Downtown Main Office uan Center 7 th Locust M5-2903 outhRidge Office 111 East Army Post Road I45-2959 iastgate Office Grimes Office •ast 15th Euclid Grimes, Iowa !45-2432 986-3606 Merle Hay Office 3905 Merle Hay Road 245-2440 Windsor Heights Office 66th University 245-2449 Downtown Drive-In Office 6th Grand 245-2426 BELL BROTHERS HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING, INC. 2822 6th Ave., Des Moines, Iowa 24 Hour Service 244-8911 Congratulations Seniors PARK FAIR HOBBY SHOP Crafts-Art Supplies-Hobbies Weekly Classes Park Fair Shopping Center 100 E. Euclid Des Moines Iowa, 50316 Telephone 282-4758 KLEINS DEPARTMENT STORE 3614 6th Ave. Free Customer Parking Area Open Monday Thru Friday, 9:00 ' til 9:00 Saturday ' til 5:00 FURNITURE CARPETS 3612 -2nd AVENUE Phone 282-8828 flexsteek FINE UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE 155 MALLY ' S HI LAND GARAGE 3705 6th Ave. Des Moines, Iowa 282-3766 Bill Mally Prop. RAINES KEMPTON INSURANCE All Types of Insurance 400 6th Ave. 274-4026 Des Moines, Iowa 288-8545 Macmillan Oil Company Inc. AMERICAN FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION LET US HELP Success in life is a journey not a destination. Best wishes to North High School 1979 graduates for a very successful journey. 156 CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS Learn a skill. Doing something different. You can help in the Air Guard. IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD, 4200 S.W. 34th STREET DES MOINES, IOWA 50321 Phone 285-7182 STEVENS COLONIAL HOUSE Greatest Gift Shop — Midwest Park Fair Center Second and Euclid 288-8860 SNOW WIGHT CLEANERS 3900 E. 14th Phone— 265-4961 Hours: Weekly 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Closed on Sundays. 157 We ' re determined to do the best for you. c Central National Bank Trust Company DES MOINES (515) 245-71 1 1 MEMBER FDIC LOCUST AT 6TH 5TH GRAND 35TH 4 INGERSOLL WDM 35TH I-235 fl| AFFILIATED WITH CENTRAL NATIONAL BANCSHARES. INC. Holiday Chrysler- Plymouth Merle Hay Road Forman— Ford Co. 312 Locust Des Moines, IA. 288-8583 158 SMITH ' S STANDARD 2nd and New York Complete Auto Repair 243-9001 WGNUM— r A IRUCKINI ' INC. VAN AND PICK-UP SEMI TRACTOR CABS CONVERSIONS 1210 West 18th Des Moines, Iowa 50314 Ron White— President Joanne White, Secretary-Treasurer 243-1433 lOO ' s OF Chevrolets CRESCENT A CHEVROLET 247-8000 17TH STREET JUST NORTH OF INGERSOLL Congratulations Seniors From Lynn ' s Super Value 3805 Sixth Avenue Open 24 Hours ANDERSON-ERICKSON DAIRY Quality You Can Taste 159 SAVINGS MOPEDS MINIBIKES MOTORCYCLES GENERATORS OUTBOARD MOTORS BANK FINANCING 12 YEARS Of SA TISFlk I) SEH ICE HONDA TOWN 243-6217 1603 EUCLID DES MOINES 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 French - Way c 1 Cleaners 413 Euclid 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday 243-4264 Leather and Suede Specialists i 2 Open 9 A.M. to 7 P.M Closed Sunday New and Used Parts Tires-Tubes-Wheels Smith ' s Standard 2nd and New York Complete Auto Repair 243-9001 2nd Avenue Bicycle Repair 1329 - 2nd Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50314 Phone: 244-8417 Clarence Bish - Owner Winter Hours Nov. 1 to Mar. 1 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. U STANDARD OH.y Li DealeR V STANDARD It Is DOHERTY ' S FLOWERS 1540 2nd Ave. 288-6557 Call Doherty ' s Flowers for Every Occasion Corsages Plants Bouquets Arranged As You Like Them — v. Congratulations Seniors DeCarlos Grill |549 6th Avenue % i 243-nnj J GOOD LUCK TO THC GRADUATING CLASS of 79 Photography byChristian 2nd Euclid Phone 282-8965 Downstairs Park Fair Des Moines, Iowa 50313 x Il i in ri sunn i s AID Insurance Company Allied Life Insurance Company AMCO Insurance Company 701 Fifth Avenue • Des Moines, Iowa 50304 IOWA MACHINERY SUPPLY CO. 1711 Second Ave. Phone: 288-0312 CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS! Now that you will no longer be attending regular day school, it is possible that either now or sometime in the future you might need help in getting a job or finding a place to live or you may just want to talk to someone. The Young Women ' s Resource Center can help you with these and other things. YOUNG WOMEN ' S RESOURCE CENTER 416 12th AII Service Free, Voluntary Confidential Kordick Pluming — Heating Air Conditioning Inc. Commercial and Residential 4230 2nd Ave. 288-8531 162 PERSONALIZED VOLKSWAGEN REPAIR PARTS • ACCESSORIES 4290 - 2nd Aw«nue Ph. 282-7940 Des Moines, Iowa 50313 AHGRN PERSHING Office Supplies Equipment 905 Locust Street Des Moines. Iowa 50309 Phone 515 244-0193 Trailways CHARTER SERVICE ANYWHE RE Best Wishes Class of 1979 1416 Locust 515-243-5971 DES MOINES, IOWA 50309 (bsuan StudbDA 543 - 6th Avenue DES MOINES, IOWA 50302 243-7674 Open Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Master Charge-Bank Americard HI-HO GRILL Open Sunday thru Friday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. GOOD HOME COOKED MEALS 417 EUCLID 245-9000 TO SUIT YOUR TASTE Bernice ' s Flowers Finest quality Distinctive design We wire flowers Bernice ' s Flowers— 1714 6th Ave. —283-1721 When need a BMK ' try « - f A FULL SERVICE BANK STATE ( BANK [MONEY STORE MERLE HAY MALL • HARDING AT EUCLID - HICKMAN AT 64 TH ■ MEMBER F.D.I.C. • PH. 278-1671 REEDS ICE CREAM AND SANDWICHES Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Game Rooms Guinea Grinders. Open Year Round 3522 Bowdoin 243-9755 ATLANTIC BOTTLING COMPANY Des Moines Division 4021 Fluer Drive Des Moines Iowa 50321 y%c (fW cia (rcmpa u Pard FLORIST 508 E. Euclid DES MOINES. IOWA 50313 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 79 3 Fresher Flowers . . . Fresher Ideas 243-2528 Chamberlain Kirk Cline inc. 164 Des Moines School Board Members: Front row (left to right): James Cunningham, secretary, Raymond Pabil; Mrs. Karen Williams; Dwight M. Davis, superi nten- dent. Back Row: Mrs. Betty Grundberg; Frank Hildreth; Nolden Gentry; Mrs. Jack Spevak; Ian G. Binnie. CONGRATULATIONS 1979 SENIORS Come to Little John ' s after games or school for the best food and lowest prices in town. Open 7 days a week for your convenience. Saturday-Thursday 11 A.M.-10 P.M. Friday 11 A.M.-11 P.M. LITTLE JOHN ' S BURGERS 3702 2nd Ave. 288-8430 VAN GINKEL ATHLETIC MFG CO. Gerry VanGinkel 2208 Ingersoll Letter Sweaters Jackets TONY ' S LOUNGE East 12th Euclid Phone 266-9143 165 There ' s Nothing Like Leather CROSS SHOE REPAIR Phone 282-1223 505 Euclid North High Polar Bear EDITORIAL STAFF Val Alksnis Janet Battles Leslie Rychel Becky Cornewell Mary Holland Linda Shipman Kathy Bloomquist Carol Garver Deann Kanis Rhonda Brafford Leila Blackburn PHOTOGRAPHERS David Souders Tim Bloomquist Robert Morris Todd Foutch Tom Elverum Roger McCullough AD SALES Kim Moses Ric Ramsey Mark Street Tim Teer Jody Gelner BOOK SPECIFICATIONS Book dimension— 10 5 8 x 8 Binding Smyth se wed rounded and backed Paper Stock— 80 Yearbook Company— Inter-Collegiate Press DEWEY FORD INC. E. 4th and Grand Ave. . That Good Place to Do Business 166 Friends of North- Mike NcBroom Mike Nyman Regina Faux Kim Moses Patricia Faulkner Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lawson CHESTNUT BROS INC. The International Sign Service Leasing . . . Sales . . . Service Maintenance Contracts Outdoor Advertising 971 E. Broadway 243-8112 Advertising- Advertising Layout and Design Editor Kim Moses Layout and Design . . . Jody Gelner Ad Sales manager . . . Ric Ramsey Ad Salesman . . . Mark Street Ad Salesman . . . Tim Teer OAK PARK PHARMACY 3720 6th Avenue Phone; 288-7227 HOLMES, MURPHY ASSOCIATES INC. Publication and Commercial Printers RAPIDS PRINTING We Print Everything Except Money 276-5225 Insurance Bonds 1022 High 243-8116 167 We Support the New Era of North High Athletics GARY BECKER MISS BLEE RODGER BRUCE SANDY BRUCE TOM CLAY DOUG CLOUGH JEFFCLOUGH MIKE CLOUGH MR. MRS. WILLE JERRY COLLINS MARY CROSS DANIEL CROUSE BOB DAVEY BRIAN DAVEY RANDY FREIN DAVID HARDY MARGARET HAYS MR. MRS. LARRY HOCH KAREN INMAN LU ANNE JEGLUM RON JEGLUM JACK JOHNSON DAVID KRUEGER PATRICIA KRUEGE ALEX MINNICK BRAD MINNICK DIXIE MINNICK EVAN MINNICK LINDA MINNICK WICK MARK MINNICK NOAH MINNICK PAT MINNICK WILLIAM MINNICI DEAN MORENO EDWARD MUNZENMIER BOB PETERSON DONNA PETERSON GEORGIANNE PETERSON PAM PETERSON TOM PETERSON JANA PIERICK JIM PIERICK GWEN ROBERTSON JIM ROBERTSON ELIZABETH SEARS RON SIMS MR. MRS. D.E. TOMLINSON SAM TREICHLER ARLIN VAN HOEVER KAREN VAN HOEVER MARK WHISLER BOB WIKE CORALIE WINKLE BRIAN CLAY JENNIE CLAY JOE CLAY STEVE CLAY CINDY BERTELSEN BE On a cold winter day, Lenira received a warm welcome at the airport from North ' s Spanish Class. Lenira with her American brothers and sis- ter: Alan, Wes, Warren, and Roberta Hast- ings. Lenira reflects on her six months in America. Lenira was a special guest at Senior Banquet, even though she is a junior. Lenira Thinks Iowa Is Nice, But Cold North had the pleasure of having a foreign exchange stu dent during second semester this year. Her name is Lenira Omena Gama, and she is a 1 5-year-old junior. Her home is in Maceio, Alagoas, which is in Brazil. She left her home for six months to come live with the Hastings family here. Coming to America showed me how Americans really live. I would like to come back, maybe with my family, Lenira stated. 169 Remember? called the year of new and old. HIM 1 1 The new MTA busses hit the street about the same time the new Trans Am ' s did and the gas prices were going up as high as the rivers were. We lost a recreation area called Riverview that we will not see again. The eclipse was another thing that hap- pened in 1979. Peak-a-boo How I Lay Me Down to Sleep Bandathon Goes on and on Friends of the North High Mrs. Vivian Rder% Mr. and Mrs. Gary A. Bloomquist Ken. Nita, Penny, and Robert Brower Mr. anPMrs. Rolland Brownelt Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Carlson, and ' f p Allan and Glendoris Caswell Robert, Eileen, and Rherla,Clab9ugh Mrs. Betty J. Dowd Howard and Betty Fisher Mr. and Mrs. Tom Fitzgerald Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Fox The Garver Family . . . Carlton. Luella Carla, Carol, Lois Gray TOr. and Mrs? Mr. and Mrs. E. Leslie Greaves Ruth and Jean Gustation Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hayes Larry and Karen Hutzell ij n Max and Liz Isaacson Dr. and Mrs. G. L. Jackson Gus and Bev Jones Mrs. Guy Kelly Elizabeth Kleymegt Pat and Larry Kurchinski Mr. and Mrs. Larry Larson Mrs. Mike La Sala Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lazear Jeanette and Dick LeCroy Mrs. Glen Lowe Jean Madden ••r II Jim and Janice Madden Mr. and Mrs. Russ McCarty John W. and Jo McDonald Lisa McDonald Shelley McDonald -a Wray and Rophie McDonald Lloyd C. McLaughlin Ruth L. McLaughlin Francis and Glenna Miller Herman D. Miller Margaret Miller Kathy Brower Morrison Stan Oline Jack Parker Joyce and LeRoy Parsons Bob and Joyce Rae The Ries Family Jim and Gwen Robertson Kelly and LaVena Rucker Sally Smith Norm and Marilyn Swfnson Linda VanDer Sluis Bill and Billie Walflrtr Gary and Jean Walren i Phyllis and Harrison Webei Florence Welshons Wanda Longden Wieland Mr. and Mrs. Jack W. Wi Richard L. Wilson Bill Woodyard Lucille Woodyard Looking through the keyhole into the ,, past, we see another year of memories fade way. 1979 brought us good and bad, happy d sad times. It gave us a variety of new |d old events that will now be added to our re of memories. We experienced an array motions, thoughts, and feelings. We all ed together to form a year that will live our memories forever, cannot live l c ) 7 9 over, but we will store the knowledge we gained then to us we open the doors of the future i f inter T collegiate press, inc.