Ohio City Liberty High School - O Citian Yearbook (Ohio City, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 142 of the 1988 volume:

v N COUNTY PUBLIC UBBJHV 3 1 833 01215 6383 .l 1988 O ' Citian Volume LVII Published and Edited by the O ' Citian Stall Ohio City-Liberty School, P.O. Box 217, Shane Street, Ohio City, OM ' i ::7 ' i In meincry cf Glen Wesley Eelenbaush Jr July e, 1969-May 3 1987 Book of Life Life is like an open book, There ' s a page for every day. And, as each page is turned, A day has slipped away. Each one ' s life is destined. To some, it may be in infancy. For oth ers it may be in golden years. It ' s a plan no one can foresee. Glenn Jr. was only seventeen. The pages of his life ' s book barely begun. When an accident suddenly took him. Before the rising of a Sunday morning sun It took only just an accident. On May 3rd, eleven after four, A twist of fate took him To Heaven ' s open door. There ' s many pages of his book left. And the book is now put away. But it will be reopened again. On God ' s great judgment day. We, the graduating class of ' 88 dedicate this yearbook to Glen W. Bolenbaugh, Jr. Glen was active in reserve basketball for two years and in baseball one year. He was en- rolled in Engine Auto Mechanics at Vantage Vocational School and was a junior. Glen always had a warm,friendly smile for everyone and a lot of kind words to say about his friends. We are glad to have had the opportunity of knowing him. There will never be an- other one like him, and he will always be remembered. On May 3, 1987, Glen was tragical- ly taken in an automobile accident. V- V . u V i- 7 - V 1 -I - - -1 ' T i. r ' I r- V r J - . A J r T T g -1 V- ' ' - ■ . r- „ , , J 1 r V r- ' ' ' V ■ V . 1 ' 7 ' ■7 A. A -1 V I ' V ? r r r T ,. . t- V A t. -I ' - s , vj 7 -1 f, 7 A 7 r V -, A ' .v-J A j ' fc U A L ' -1 J. ' V . U - V. , V - - V t A A % - : A J V J ;. V A V J V A h 1 A I, C 7 A A -7 t V 7 J A h vi ' A -7 r ' J V u r i A f Decisions that seniors make now are the keys to their futures Kelly Lynn Agler Lor! Jo Ainsworth Mira Backstrom Pamela S. Balliet s m w -• 1 w J [ ' ■ ( m iih Sheila Renee Chilcote Scott William Close Kara Lea Fallis Angela Rose High Charles William Howard Arthur Kent Linn Jon Eric Lloyd Gregory Lunsford College? Marriage? Work? Armed Forces? Family? Melissa Salazar Gary Wilson Schaadt Erik E. Stuckey pVs a senior, it feels like the entire year is spent making choices. Some seniors need to choose the college that is best suited for them. Others plan to work after graduation or get married. A senior also needs to accept more responsibil- ity than ever before. With term papers, college applications, announcements, and other dead- lines to meet, the pressure is on. The senior class held a fund raiser in which they sold candy, magna pockets, stationery, and posters. The money went towards the class trip in April. They also participated in an intra-mural door decorating contest at Christmas time and won. The class trip was to Toronto, Canada, and last- ed for three fun-filled days. Some of the sights we enjoyed were the CN Tower, Casa Loma, and the Museum of Science and Industry. Senior exchange students had to choose to leave home for a year out of their lives. As One Nakama said, The reason we wanted to come here was to learn the language and learn more about American people and their culture. We also wanted to make new foreign friends. We came here because we wanted to tell you Americans about our own coun- try ' s culture, language, and people. So far we ' ve succeeded in learning about the USA, but we hope there ' s more to come. Just think, after May 29 we ' ll be on our own without parents, teachers, or guidance counselors pushing us to get things done. The thought of graduation is scary, but pro- gress can ' t be stopped. We feel closer, and the ties between us as classmates grow stronger as graduation draws nearer. Friends will have gone but not be forgotten. rt tg Our class motto is: Make today better than yester- day, and tomorrow better than today! Our class flower is the white rose. Our class colors are bur- gundy and gray. Class officers: Pam Balliet, Vantage Rep.; Kent Linn, Student Council; Tammy Ovenvyer, Secretary; Kara Fallis. Treasurer; Stieila Cfiilcote, Vice President; and Jon Lloyd, President. SE Y OK PROPHECY It is the year 2008. Twenty years ago today the class of 1988 graduated from high school. We planned to meet at the Westbury Hotel in Toronto where we had stayed on our Senior class trip. As we walk into the lobby, we hear children s voices. There sat Lori Ainsworth with her husband and four children. She told us that she was still cleaning schools, but now had her four kids helping her. After talking with Lori, we see Greg Lunsford, Erik Stuckey, and Jon Rollins on the way to the elevator. Erik was talking about his bowling alley he had opened and that he was going to bowl professional leagues. Qreg was telling us how his band. The Spasmatics, had Just finished touring Europe. As for Jon, he was a big surprise, tie finally settled down after ten years of a wild life and started one of the biggest pig farms in Ohio. When we came out of the elevator we ran into Kent Linn and Jon Lloyd. We were so amazed to see that Jon had a white collar on. He informed us that he did open a morgue, but unfortunately he couldn ' t handle the pressure so he became a priest Kent told us that he opened a pizza joint but lost money and had to shut it down for awhile. As we walked into Angela ' s room, there sat Mira Backstrom, Orie nakama, and Pam Balliet Pam was giving Mira and Oriea new look. She said that ' s what she gives everyone who comes into her beauty shop. Orie told us that she went back to Japan and became an English teacher, even though she couldn ' t speak it very well in the U.S. Mira, being the wild thing that she is, returned to Finland and finished school, and then started Backstrom ' s Brewery. As we headed down to Kara ' s room, we ran into Tammy Overmyer and Sheila Chilcote. Tammy was showing Sheila all the new fashions she had designed for Sheila ' s Broadway feature. When we opened the door to Kara ' s room, there sat Kelly Agler and Missy Salazar. Kelly said she married a cop ana opened her own daycare center in Van Wert. Missy informed us that she was the proud owner of Missy ' s Mexican Mun- chies and that the business was doing very well. All of a sudden we heard some weird noises coming from the hall. It was Scott Close, Chuck Howard, and Gary Schaadt rapping toLL Cool J. When we finally got them to stop rapping. Chuck informed us that he started a company that makes a new hair tonic. His product that he made was called Armor All for Your Hair. Scott said that all those pictures he took for the yearbook paid off because he got a job taking pictures of Playboy models, and he said he was loving every minute of it. Gary, on the other hand, didn ' t have much luck. He tried to become another Larry Bird, but unfortunately only got the manager ' s job. He says he ' s still trying to become a part of the team. As we were on our way to eat, Chris Marbaugh stumbled in the door. We thought nothing of it, because he was alwayi late for everything in high school. As for Kara and I, Kara finished school at northwestern Business College and went on to travel around the world witl the travel agency she works at Well, for me, 1 married Greg and became the owner of Sully ' s Slop. After a wild and crazy reunion, we planned to meet at the Westbury Hotel in another 20 years. by Angela and Kara Senior prophecy 7 Mira Backstrom jiid AinciiLdii pjiciUs Pam Balliet and parents Scott Close and parents Kara Fallis and parents Kent Linn and parents Jon Lloyd and parents 8 Senior night Chris Marbaugh and parents Orie r akama and American parents Jon Rollins and parents Qarj ' Schaadt and mother and Coach Scott Seniors honored for their dedication to winter sports On February 26, 1988, the seniors who were involved in winter sports and related activities were honored. Altogether, ten seniors were recognized for their con- tributions to boys ' basketball, cheerleading, pep band, and as statisticians. Senior night activities took place during the half-time of the JV basketball game against Lincolnview. Each senior ' s mother received a corsage, and the seniors ' parents escorted them across the gym floor. The standing-room-only crowd showed its appreciation for each senior ' s hard work and dedication to OC-L. The realization that this might be the last senior night held in our gymnasium made the evening very emotional. Seniors honored were Scott Close, Jon Rollins, Gary Schaadt, and Chris Marbaugh, varsity basketball; Kara Fallis, cheerleading; Mira Backstrom, Orie riak- ama, Pam Balliet, and Jon Lloyd, statisticians; and Kent Linn, pep band. Senior Might 9 1988 Seniors open Toronto ' s doors On Thursday morning, April 21, 16 seniors and their chap- erones met at the unbeliev- able hour of 4:00 a.m. to travel to Toronto for 3 fun-filled days. We took a long bus ride to Windsor and then a 4-hr. train trip to Toronto. After taking our luggage to our rooms (the ones that were clean) we took a bus tour of the city, ending at the Cri Tower. After touring the cri Tower, we ate dinner at Ed ' s Warehouse. Friday we went to the Ontario Science Center and shopping at Eaton Centre. That evening some of us ate at Victoria Sta- tion. Ask Kara about the gor- geous waiter! On Saturday we shopped and got ready to leave the hotel. While we were all in Mrs. Minnig ' s room ready to leave the hotel, there was a demonstration against Mucu- lar War going on. Then we were scared by a false fire alarm at the hotel. We then had a long bus ride home. We would like to thank Mrs. Minnig, Mr. and Mrs. Couts, Mr. and Mrs. Sala- zar, Mr. and Mrs. Rollins, Mr. and Mrs. Fallis, and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd for putting up with our complaints, our music, and our jokes. 1. Chuck Howard, Angela High, and Jon Rollins. 2. Chuck Howard and Gary Schaadt hamming it up on the train. 3. Class of ' 88 at the train sta- tion. 4. Missy Salazar, Kelly Agler, Kara Fallis, and Orie Makama in hotel room at the Westbury Hotel in Toronto. 10 Senior Trip 1. Enjoying the bus tour of Toronto. 2. Chuck Howard and Erik Stuckey on the train. 3. Orie nakama and Kara Fallis at CM Tower. 4. Tammy Overmyer, Jon Rollins, Mira Back- Strom, Kelly Agler, and Angela High at Cn Tower. 5. Orie Hakama and Mira Backstrom relaxing on the train. 6. Scott Close and Kara Fallis watching movies at the hotel. OC-L ' s final Homecoming created Everlasting Memories ' r ' mmm ' «4 . ffi ™ ; |1 mO- .y ' fk ' Y , i H ' -■ 1 iv ' ' ' ' l J - M ' J. 4 1. 1988 Homecoming Court: Row 1: Ryan Farrish and Jessica Chilcote. Row 2: Tim Metz, Anissa Tickle, Bob Rice, Lori Tullis, Rich Kline, Jeri Fortney, Jon Rollins, Siieila Chilcote, Scott Close, Angela High, Erik Stuckey, and Kara Fallis. 2. Seniors Jon Rollins and Sheila Chilcote. 3. Seniors Erik Stuckey and Kara Fallis. 4. Seniors Scott Close and Angela High. K 12 Homecoming Page 13: 1. Sheila Chilcote is named queen. 2. 1987 Queen Lisa Allmandinger crowns Sheila. 3. Jon Rollins kisses the new queen. 4, Juniors Rich Kline and Jeri Fortney. 5. Sophomores Bob Rice and Lori Tullis. 6. Freshmen Tim Metz and Anissa Tickle. 7. Ringbearer Ryan Farrish and Flower Qirl Jessica Chilcote. 8. The Court enjoying the varsity game. Homecoming 13 As January 9 came and passed, many ' Everlasting Memories were created as Senior Sheila Chilcote was crowned the 1988 OC-L Homecoming queen. The ceremony took place during half- time of the JV basketball game in the OC-L gym. Before the actual ceremony began, all former OC-L Homecoming queens who were present were hon- ored. As the ceremony began, freshman at- tendant Anissa Tickle with her escort, JV basketball player Tim Metz, entered to the song Friends, by Micheal W. Smith. Lori Tullis, sophomore attendant, walked into the gym to the song, Greatest Love of All, to meet her es- cort, JV basketball player Bob Rice. Varsity co-captain Rich Kline escorted junior attendant Jen Tortney to the song of Somewhere Out There, the theme from An American Tail. As flower girl Jessica Chilcote and ring bearer Ryan Farrish entered the gym the big moment grew closer. Senior attendant Sheila Chilcote met her escort, varsity co-captain Jon Rol- lins, to the song Memories from the production Cats. Erik Stuckey and senior attendant Kara Fallis entered to the song, Crazy for You. Angela High, along with varsity basket- ball player Scott Close, walked in to the song, When You Look at Me. As the long-awaited moment arrived, 1987 Homecoming queen Lisa All- mandinger arinounced the 1988 Homecoming queen to be Miss Sheila Chilcote. The audience applauded as Sheila received a kiss and a bouquet of roses fi-om her escort. Jon Lloyd was narrator for the eve- ning, while Mrs. Marie Markward. served as pianist. 1. Lori Tullis preparing for the big evening. 2. An- gela High. 3. Flower girl Jessica Chilcote and her mother, Chris. 4. Anissa Tickle practicing her smile. 5. Kara Fallis finding her bouquet. 14 Homecoming 1. The Homecoming Court before entering the gym. 2. An- gela High and Chuck Howard enjoying the Homecoming dance. 3. Discussing the night with Queen Sheila. 4. Gary Schaadt, Kara Fallis, Chucl Howard, and Queen Sheila Chilcote during the dance. 5. More dance scenes. 6. Ac- tion during the varsity ballgame. 7. Junior attendant Jeri Fortney before the Homecoming ceremonies. Homecoming 15 Keys to the past found in baby photographs - MBneqjBw SUM3 ' ei JEzeieg Assjn L 3so|o noDg -gi CsM nig HPa SI J3|6v ' IPM frl mjomsujv uon 9 ' ex 13!l|Eg uiej ZX JPEBII3S itJeo it pjbmoh viDnq oi SIIIBJ Ejey 6 buie )BU auo ' 8 mBih B|36uv 7. p Con uor 9 Luoj)S DBg BJjW s pjojsunn Baao t- 3103|!MO Eiiaiis C sujuoy uop Z J3 Ciuj3AO Aiuuibi x 16 1. Valedictorian Scott Close. 2. Finnish exchange student Mira Backstrom. 3. Japanese exchange student Orie Hak- ama. 4. Baccalaureate speaker Rev. Tim Eding addressing the graduating class. Graduation day closes the doors to the past and opens doors to the future On May 30, 1988, nineteen OC-L seniors entered the gym to Pomp and Circum- stance. The anticipated moment of graduation had finally arrived. Pastor Brad Adams began the ceremony by giv- ing the invocation. Class president Jon Lloyd welcomed the audience and intro- duced Japanese exchange student Orie hakama. Orie lived with Mr. Mrs. Joe Hoffman this school year. After speak- ing, Orie introduced Finnish exchange student Mira Backstrom. Mira was a guest of Mr. Mrs. Brad Scheldt this year. The choir, directed by Mr. Ken Em- erine, sang Go with a Song in Your Heart and ' Flying Free. Class valedic- torian Scott Close spoke about future challenges. Rev. Tim Eding was bacca- laureate speaker. He emphasized the need for spiritual help in the graduates ' futures and even clowned around. Su- perintendent Robert Miller congratu- lated the class and presented the vale- dictorian award to Scott Close and the salutatorian award to Sheila Chilcote. Principal Ron Rase presented the class to the Board of Education. Board mem- bers Becky Motycka and John Rollins presented diplomas. Rev. Adams gave the benediction. Junior ushers were Mike Boroff Tammy Stoller, Angle Ev- ans, Shawn Ernie, and Lydia Salazar; or- ganist was Mrs. Sharon Witten. OC-L ' s fi- nal senior class had graduated. Graduation 17 1. nervous seniors before the ceremony. 2. Jon Rollins re- ceiving his diploma from his fa- ther. 3. Fam Balliet and Kent Linn before donning caps and gowns. 4. Chris Marbaugh and Superintendent Robert Miller presenting valedictorian award to Scott Close. 6. Principal Ron Rase presenting the 1988 grad- uating class. 18 Graduation Today ' s ceremony evokes memories of past graduations 1. Choir members Pam Balliet, Anna Overmyer, Tammy Stol- ler, Orie Makama, Angle Evans, Tanya Clouse, Virginia Stoiler, ■ Tina Murphy, 2, Mira Back- Strom, Orie nakama, Angela High checking over the pro- gram. 3. Kelly Agler. 4. Getting ready to line up for the proces- sional. 5. Changing the tassels. 6. Seniors Jon Lloyd Sheila Chilcote and usher Mike Bo- roff. 7. Listening to Rev. Eding ' s message. if Graduation 19 The times of our lives H .iH fliB . iT T BBWi|iNJilli, 1 ► • H c I 1 1. The Class of ' 88. 2. Sheila Chilcote, Kara Fal- lls, and Chris Marbaugh enjoying a treat in se- nior English. 3. Kara Fallis, Jon Rollins, Sheila Chilcote, and Chris Marbaugh in recessional. 4. Qreg Lunsford during Olympic games. 5. Mira Backstrom receiving her diploma from Mrs. Becky Motycka. 6. Fam Balliet. 7. Gary Schaadt, Angela High, Chuck Howard, and Jon Lloyd in the library. 20 Senior Candids 1. Erik Stuckey, Engine Auto. 2. Tina Eut- sler, OWE. 3. Mary Hall, Food Services. 4. Pam Balliet, Cosmetology. 22 Vantage Vantage students earn the key to careers 1. Kelly Agler and Lori Ainsworth, Child Care. 2. Tammy Overmyer, OfTice Tech- nology. 3. Jon Rollins, Industrial Me- chanics. Thirteen OC-L students attended Vantage JVS this year. These students know the vocations they plan to pursue after graduation, and attending Vantage gives them actual experi- ence so they will be prepared to begin those careers as soon as they graduate. A typical day for a Vantage student would include bookwork in subjects related to his or her main field, one-half day in lab for hands-on experience, and traditional subjects such as English, government, and economics. Each area also has a club and competes with other vocational schools on a state and national level. Students not pictured include: Yvonne Carr, Administrative Secretarial; Brenda Hur- less. Food Services, Tanya Chavarria, Cosmetology; Melissa Salazar, Food Services; and Bob Hundley, OWE. Vantage 23 1. Shawn Ernie and Jon Lloyd. 2. Anissa Tickle introducing her locker. 3. Lydja Salazar and Mira Backstrom. 4. Chris Marbaugh, Sheila Chilcote, Carta Voltz, Bryan Lunsford, and Angle Evans assisting in an assembly. 5. Aar- on Brown and hikki Lloyd during Spirit Week. Good times at OC-L 1. Scott Close and Karla Bowen. 2. High school students in the hall during Spirit Week. 3. Mira Backstrom and Lydia Salazar. 4. JefT Lape and Tim Metz in study hall. 5. Cory Carmean, Jennifer Stetler, and Josh Stetier. 6. Mike Boroff getting made up for the play. JUNICRS Mike Boroff Karia Bowen Yvonne Carr Tanya Chavarria Angle Edsall Shawn Ernie Angle Evans Jeri Fortney Class officers: Shawn Ernie, Secretary; Jeri Fortney, Student Coun- cil; Angle Evans, President; Tammy Stoller, Vice President; Angle Edsall, Treasurer; and Yvonne Carr, Vantage Stu- dent Council. ( Mike Qreen Mary Hall Rich Kline Monroe Murphy 1 . Lydia Salazar Tammy Stoller Carla Voltz As Juniors, this year we discovered the key to fun through sports and relaxation. In the winter months we spent our weekends playing basket- ball, cheerleading, and selling concessions. Af- ter a ballgame, our favorite place to go was Pizza Hut. There the teenagers of Van Wert County would meet and socialize before cruising would begin. As a class, we began to work together to plan for our Junior-Senior Prom. Our theme was ' In the Air Tonight. This proved to be a very big responsibility, but was fun to do. Many of us were very involved with activities in- side and outside of school life. Our class mem- bers could be found babysitting, working, at- tending 4-H, and even modeling. We are all looking forward to summer. Five of us are going to France in June, and two are going to Boys State and Girls State. Carla Voltz hanging up locker decorations for Pep Club. Sephemeres Chris Amweg Jamie August Aaron Brown Cory Carmean Jamie Carr Tanya Clouse Miguel de la Fuente Tina Eutsler Kelly Qallaway Tim Matthews ft Tina Murphy correcting perfect lines Officers: 1st row: Kelly Qallaway, Student Council; Tom Ries, Presi- dent; Trisha Stuckey, Secretary; 2nd row: Derek Stukey, Treasurer; and Tim Matthews, Vice President. 28 Sophomores Tina Nurphy Bob Rice Tom Ries Donna Russell, absent Viciiy Rutledge Ryan Spieth Trisha Stuckey Derel Stukey Lori Tullis Stacy Wagoner This year the sophomore class got keyed up over getting our drivers ' licenses and car keys. Many of us also got lessons on the responsibility which comes with driving. To earn our car keys, we had to attend many hours of lectures on basics like always wearing a seat belt, using tum signals, and coming to a complete stop at stop signs. We also had to spend eight hours cruising around the big cities of Ohio City, Van Wert, and Rockford with our drivers ed. instructors. Everywhere you looked this year you could see at least one sophomore participating in extra-curric- ular activities. Being able to drive made it much easier on Mom and Dad when we needed to stay after school for sports. Beta, yearbook staff, etc. We were proud to have Lori Tullis as our attendant and Bob Rice as her escort for the 1988 Home- coming festivities. As money-making projects, we sold Warrior Pride t-shirts, held a dance, and sold carnations for Valentine ' s Day. Aaron Brown and Cory Carmean in Phys. Ed. class. Sophomores 29 Freshmen Adam Kimmel Jeff Lape nikki Lloyd Tom Lyons Class Officers: 1st row: Josh Stetler, President; Jerry Freewalt, Vice President; 2nd row: Tim Metz, Treasurer; Anissa Ticl le, Secretary; Clint Marbaugh, Student Council. 30 Freshmen Clint Marbaugh Tim Melz Dewayne Mottinger Brian Murpiiy Jason Rollins Josh Stetler Raymond Stevens Anissa Tickle Scott Walker Aaron Wortman Starting high school includes many good and bad experiences. Many decisions are made in your freshman year, like choosing class rings, deciding if you are going to college. Vantage or another route, and if you will participate in high school sports. Some of us were scared at first because we didn ' t know what to expect from the classes we were taking. It is hard to be the youngest in high school. It is also fun, because you ' re in high school and out of elementary and Jr. High. After you get in high school, it seems like you have more freedom. Curfews are later, you ' re allowed to do more things with other kids, and most par- ents trust their kids to make more decisions than ever before. This year the Freshmen class opened the door to many new extra-curricular activities. As a money-making project our class sold neck- laces, rings, earrings, and bracelets that were either steriing silver or 10 K gold. We made over $750 from this project. Mikki Lloyd, Clint Marbaugh and Jason Rollins studying in personal economics. Freshmen 31 8th Graders key up for high school Brad Agler Carey Burke Trent Dawson natalie Deam Marlen de la Fuente John Eyink Andrew Hill Troy Hoffman Kurt Kline Bryan Lunsford Qlnny Marbaugh Anna Overmyer Brandy Robey Keith Frichard Eddie Quinones Kristi Rice Benji Salazar Virginia Stoller Mikki Waterman Karrie Wilson Karrie Wilson, Virginia Stoller, and nikki Waterman show off their home economics accom- plishments. 32 Eighth Grade 7th Graders unlock the teen years li«fll i Shuntull Whited Jay Zizelman - Cs ' Sheri Adelblue Jason Ainsworth Carmen Army Michele August Scott Bigham Scott Edsall Stacy Elhman Aleecia tiller Chad Fallis Jason Freewalt Brandy F riemoth Terry tianjora Jana Lape Hollis Qaskill, absent Teresa Qaskill, absent Robert Fanning Brian Rickard Melinda Ricketts Jennifer Stetler Chad Walker Jay Zizelman, Stacy Ehman, and Jennifer Stetler get excited about math class. Seventh Grade 33 Jr. High at work and play 1. Eighth grade in reading class. 2. Michelle August enjoying herself at the Homecoming dance. 3. Seventh graders in math. 4. Spelling bee runner-up Scott Edsall and winner Teresa Qaskill. 5. Kristi Rice dancing. 6. Jr. high girls having fun at the Homecoming dance. 7. Qinny Marbaugh, INihi i Waterman, and Karrie Wilson trying to be creative in art. 34 Jr. High Candids Sixth graders close the door on grade school niKki Agler Chad Bennett Scott Bigham April Bolenbaugh Brandon Breese Tara Chilcote Josh Couts Tom Davis nathan Deam Chris Frost Angie Qeorge Jacque Meizman Vicl i Hill Matthew McWilliams absent Dana Mottinger Chantal Motycka Jeff Oechsle Larry Fanning Jan Rice Mike Rice Joyce Roberts Lori Salazar Mandi Simon Shane Tickle Shay Vaske Cory Zimmerman 36 Sixth grade Fifth graders leam the key steps in a science fair project f c ABSENT WHEN PICTURES WERE MADE 5, ' .. O Clint Ainsworth Cindy Baker Jeremy Banhey Heather Boroff Brandon Breese Ty Courtney Robbie Davis Tonya Dawson Jimmy Denman Keith Dicke Micah Qaskill, Absent Duane Green John Haskins, Absent Trisha Hoffman Tressa Hundley Jacob Jones Jenny Kimmel Jamie Matthews Carlos Maydon Donnie ODay Friscilla Quinones Jill Rice Stephen Snyder Crystal Stuckey Amy Weaver Fifth grade 37 Fourth graders learn the key to math through multiplication and division problems Ashley Ainsworth Christian Amweg Pamela Bigham Brent Bolenbaugh Vicki Carr ) i 1 S: Bobby Dicke Sheila Qallaway Sean Hooks Meghan Leiendecker Chip Lyons Gabriel McConn Christina Okuly Micheal Fanning Heidi Rathert; Gary Dean Rice We can use the group- ing property. 32x20 = 32 X (2 X 10) = (32x2) X 10 = 64x 10 = 640 38 Fourth grade Third graders learn state names and capitals as a key to geography Daniel Amweg Steven Bolenbaugh Jason Couts Elisabeth Davis Jeremiah Eller Joshua Ellinger David Heizman Chad Mileman Rebekah Mill Travis Hoffman Jody Kline Stephanie Kohn Audrey Leiendecker Leslie Maydon Leonard Mounts Stephen Mieto Micole Rager Serena Renner Abigail Rhoades Scott Rison Sheila Roberts Kara Rodgers Tara Rodgers Kirk Sammett Third Grade 39 Second graders unlock the mystery of cursive writing Holly Agler Christian August Steven Bear TIffanI Bowen Aaron Clifton Beth Denman Chad Dicke nicholas Furley Brand! Hileman Anne Keber nicholas Keuneke Melissa Leiendecker Angela Long Denlce Mottinger Crystal Pelmear David Sammett Amanda Wortman iz fTTn MJ rrrp7 i ZZZx 40 Second Qrade Second graders open the gates to the Franke Park Zoo Brent Agler Mandy Agler Melissa Breese Raven Clark Timothy Eding Marie Qallaway Deborah Hall Anna Hanjora Salimah PiranI Bobby Price Chariotte Ricketts Chris Rowe Megan Simon Leslie Stoller Jeffery Thomas John Vaske Jason Weaver Second Grade 41 First graders get keyed up when learning to read Allison Ainsworth Amanda Army William Army IMarie Bennett Scott Bolenbaugh Clinton Boroff Amber Bowen Nichelle Couts Adam Cozad Jeremy East Stephanie Ehman nicholas George Matthew Hill Lisa Narbaugh Steven Muntzinger James Okuly Travis Rowe 42 First Grade Kindergarten students open the door of education Matthew Amweg Joseph Bigham Cory Bryan Jessica Chilcote Brandon Clifton Kelly Dicke Lisa Dicke Matthew East Dustin Fensler Jessie Qaskill, absent Tom Mealy, absent Matthew Heizman Andy Heppeard Leslie Jackson Bret Keber Joshua Keuneke Micah Klotz Cassie Kohn Michael Krugh Robert Long Lori Matthews Andrew MerKle Becky Moody Kendra Motycka Joshua Murphy Ryan Farrish Jamal Firani Randy Frice Hope Rager Stacy Subler Abby Sutton Dusty Wheeler Kindergarten 43 Learning is fun for elementary classes 1. Kindergarten students shine at their Christ- mas production. 2. Great smiles, guys! 3. That Easter bunny Is sure bigger than I thought he was! 4. What a hard worlser! 5. Ryan Strickler, Travis Rowe, and Shanna Young hunting for Easter surprises. 6. no, you ' re not In trouble, Clint. 7. Mrs. Krelscher helps 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades extend their Christmas wishes through singing and sign language. 44 Elementary Candlds Serving others is the key to Beta Club Let us lead by serving others is the Beta Club ' s motto. This motto was dem- onstrated during Beta Week when we served breakfast to the school staff. We also inducted three new members at a high school assembly. Our new induc- tees are Jerry Freewalt, Jeremy Couts, and Mira Backstrom. We prepared for the big convention in Columbus by working on campaign skits, talent, and ourscrapbook. Eleven members attend- ed the convention, with chaperones Mrs. Cron and Mrs. Markward. Angle Evans was our candidate for State Secretary. Her campaign slogan Join the Beta Bunch won her the state office. Serving others is the key to Beta and also each member ' s development as a student, a citizen, and an individual. 1. 1st row: Tanya Clouse, Kelly Qalla- way. Angle Edsall. 2nd Row: Tammy Stoller, Angle Evans, Jeri Fortney, and Scott Close. 2. Officers: Tanya Clouse Historian; Tammy Stoller, Treasurer; Angle Evans, Secretary; Scott Close vice President; and Jerl Fortney, Fresi dent. 3. Jerl Fortney and Kelly Qalla way preparing Beta breakfast. 4. Angle Evans campaigning for State Secre- tary. 5. Tanya Clouse, Jeremy Couts, and Jerry Freewalt participate in scho- lastic bowl competition. 6. Angle ' s campaign material. 7. Mira Backstrom helping with Beta breakfast. rA. ' fc o.ic z j? Campus Life offers key to religion The OC-L Campus Life Club met twice a month before school for Bible study and monthly for fellowship. In the fall, we had a manhunt. At Christmas we had a bowl- ing and pizza party. In April we gave advisor Vicki Cashel a surprise birthday party. The highlight of the year was when Angle Evans won the area Miss Campus Life con- test. She was judged for her speech, club talent, and money raised. Club advisors were Vicki Cashel, Joe and Lynnette Wesgerdes and Paula Barickman. Row 1: Tara Chilcote, Tammy Stoller, Vicki Hill. Row 2: Tanya Clouse, Leigh Fortney, Vicky Rutledge, Kelly Qalla- way. Row 3: Vicki Cashel, Advisor, Angle Cdsall, Anissa Tickle, Sheila Chilcote, Angie Evans, Jana Lape, and Advisor Paula Barickman. Miss Campus Life Angie and her campaign manager, Vicky Rutledge, with runners up Miss Campus Life Angie Evans Campus Life 47 French Club members earn the keys to travel and excitement Bon jour! Many OC-L French students had an opportunity to apply their basic French sl ills on an exciting 15-day over- seas trip to France. A group of 14 OC-L stu- dents, 2 Ceiina students, and 6 chaper- ones left for their great adventure on June 16, 1988. The trip included such high- lights as touring Paris for 4 days, visiting the Loire Valley, relaxing on the Riviera, traveling through Italy, and winding up the trip in Switzeriand. Comparing the cultural differences between the U.S. and France was an enjoyable experience for everyone. Throughout the year, many activities were planned to prepare for the trip. A number of bake sales and aluminum can drives were held along with the annual cheese and beef stick sale. The club also sold geraniums in the spring. A point sys- tem was followed to record every French Club member ' s contributions. As the trip approached, money from the treasury was given to the members depending on their number of points. Throughout the year a united effort on the part of French Club members led to a successful school year and culminated in a memorable trip to France. 1. 1st Row: Angle Evans, Angle Edsall, Jeri Fortney, Kelly Qallaway, and Lydia Salazar. 2nd Row: Karla Bow- en, Tina Murphy, Bob Rice, Tom Ries, Vicky Rutledge, and Tanya Clouse. 3rd Row: Mrs. Cron, Tom Lyons, Jerry Freewalt, Leigh Fortney, Tim Metz, and Anissa Tickle. 4th Row: Cory Carmean, Rich Kline, Josh Stet- ler, Scott Walker, Aaron Wortman, Scott Close, Ray- mond Stevens, Adam Kimmel, and Jeremy Gouts. 2. Ambitious freshmen crushing cans. 3. Jeri Fortney sell- ing geraniums to Amanda Army. 4. Officers: Vice presi- dent Jeri Fortney, Secretary-treasurer Tom Ries, and President Angle Evans. 5. More cans! Pep Concert Bands concentrate on hitting the right key The Pep Band performed at our home basketball games during the season. The concert band performed Christmas carols during the Christ- mas concert. As March arrived, Ryan Spieth, Jeff Wittung, Jerry Freewalt, Eddie Quinones, and Kristi Rice per- formed in the All-County Band Concert held at Lincolnview. Band members also participated in solo and ensem- ble contests held at Parkway. Kristi Rice, Jeff Wittung, and Chad Fallis all received a rating of 1. Karrie Wilson received a 2, and Michele August re- ceived a 3. At the spring concert, the concert band performed several selec- tions, including Mirage, featuring Jerry Freeu alt on drums, and Lassus Trombones, featuring Ryan Spieth and Chad Fallis. At the end of the con- cert, awards were presented to out- standing band members. Senior Kent Linn received his 6-year award and the John Philip Sousa Award. Jerry Free- walt received Most Inspirational, and Chad Fallis received ' Most Im- proved. 1. Concert band during spring concert. 2. Karrie Wilson performing flute solo that she performed at contest at Parkway. 3. Pep band: 1st row: Kent Linn, Ryan Spieth, Eddie Quinones, and Jerry Freewalt. 2nd row: Jeff Wittung and Michele August. 4. Concert band — 1st row: Michelle August, Karrie Wilson, and Kristi Rice. 2nd row: Chad Fallis, Jason Freewalt, Jeff Wittung, and Mr. Emerine. 3rd row: Kent Linn, Ryan Spieth, Eddie Quinones. Jerry Freewalt, Dewayne Mot- tinger, and Jeremy Gouts. 5. Spring concert. Emotions are unlocked by music The small high school choir was very active. At Halloween, they put on a mini-concert for the elementary classes during school hours. They also took part in the tra- ditional Christmas concert. On the last school day before Christmas break, the choir went caroling at Van Wert Man- or and Shane Hill nursing Home. Also at Christmas time, they sang at the Van Wert His- torical Museum. The choir also participated in the solo and ensemble con- tests held in Lima in the spring. Their last performance was at the annual spring concert in May, where they sang and danced to popular songs. At this final concert, Tanya Clouse received the Director ' s Award; and Tina Murphy re- ceived an appreciation award. 1. Jon Lloyd, accompanist. 2nd row: Mr. Emerine, Kelly Qallaway, Tanya Clouse, One Plakama, Tina Murphy and Stacy Wagoner. 2. Tanya Clouse receiving Director ' s Award. 3. Christ- mas concert. 4. Tina Murphy and Ta nya Clouse during spring concert. 5 Choir caroling at Van Wert Manor Mursing Home. 6. Officers: 1st row: Ta nya Clouse, librarian; Orie Makama vice president. 2nd row: Kelly Qalla way, president; and Stacy Wagoner secretary. Formal music studies begin in elementary clioir and band 1. 5th grade band. 1st row: Amy Weaver, Crystal Stuckey, and Tonya Dawson, 2nd row: Cindy Baker, Keith Dicke, Rob Davis, and Clint Ainsworth. 3rd row: Friscilla Quinones, Jamie Matthews, Jacob Jones, and Stephen Snyder. 2. 6th grade band. 1st row: Mikki Agler, Vicky Hill, Jacque Heizman, Mandi Simon, and Tara Chilcote. 2nd row: Jeff Oechsle, Josh Couts, and Angle George. 3. Elementary choir in concert. 4. Spring concert. Office workers use the key to service Throughout the year, sever- al students served as office helpers. Their assistance in answering the telephone, sell- ing school supplies, taking at- tendance, and duplicating pa- pers was much appreciated. The students learned and per- fected skills which they can ruse in the future. Mrs. Fox, Kara Fallis, Aaron Brown, Trent Dawson, and Angie Evans. Absent: Tammy Stoller, Angela High, and Gary Schaadt. Reading is the l ey to education f During the week of March 7- 11, Right-to-Read week was cele- brated at OC-L. The theme was ' Let reading jog your mind. Activities which supported and encouraged reading filled the busy week. Silent reading time was a daily activity for all stu- dents K-12. Other activities were sweats and tennis shoes day, storybook character day, and read a t-shirt day. High school and jr. high students also partici- pated by reading to the elemen- tary classes. To wrap up the week, a popcorn party was held for the class which read the most bool during the week. READING JO S MY Olympic games held by elementary classes The 4th, 5th, and 6th grades held their own Olympics in honor of the 1988 summer Olympics. They studied the Olympics in their art classes. Throughout the week, events like run- ning races, tug-of war contests, and discus throwing were held. The Olym- pics were officially started by an open- ing ceremony. Mr. Scott, Mrs. Bills, and Mrs. Valentine served as Greek gods and goddesses. There was a grand pa- rade, with the band playing the Olym- pic theme, and the Olympic flame was lighted on top of the dugout. Each grade represented a different conti- nent. In the closing ceremony, wanning participants were given bronze, silver, and gold medals. 71 1 M SM rj ( k ' atrj ,j[rr-t fc School play has key to suspense Our first play in 7 years was Sorry, Wrong Num- ber by Lucille Fletcher. Sheila Chilcote directed, and Rosie Couts was drama advisor. The play takes place in hew York in the early 1950 ' s. An invalid, Mrs. Ste- venson, overhears a telephone conversation planning a murder. She spends the entire evening trying to tell someone about it, but all along the plan was to kill her. Cast members were: Sheila Chilcote, Mrs. Steven- son; Angle Evans, 1st operator; Mike BorofF, man; Mira Backstrom, George; Kelly Qallaway, Miss Curtis; Bran- dy Robey, 2nd operator; Chad Fallis, lunch counter attendant; Jon Lloyd, Sergeant Duffy; Virginia Stoller; 3rd operator; JefF Wittung, Western Union man; Tina Murphy, 4th operator; Piatalie Deam, information; and Vicky Rutledge; hospital receptionist. Many other stu- dents helped with lighting, sound, art, and scenery. 1. Cast members and stage hands take a bow. 2. Advertisement for play. 3. Kelly Qallaway. 4. Sheila Chilcote overhears a murder plot. 5. Mira Backstrom as the villain. 6. Chad Fallis in makeup. 7. Mike BorofTin makeup. 8. Brandy Robey as an operator. 9. Jon Lloyd try- ing to stop a murder. 54 School play Pep club has the key to OC-L spirit 1. Carla Voltz decorating ballplayer ' s lock- er. 2. Jams day during Fep-club sponsored Spirit Week. 3. Row 1: Nikki Waterman, Vir- ginia Stoller, Sheri Adelblue, natalie Deam and Brandy Robey. Row 2: Carey Burke Karrie Wilson, Tanya Clouse, Pam Balliet Karla Bowen, Shawn Ernie, Angle Edsall Jennifer Stetler, Stacy Ehman, Kristi Rice and Tammy Stoller. Row 3: Kara Fallis Kelly Qallaway, Tanya Chavarria, Angle Ev ans, Jeri Fortney, Lydla Salazar, Tina Mur phy, Vicky Rutledge, Anissa Tickle, and Carla Voltz. Pep club members were active this year. Thiey sponsored Spirit Week, and some activities includ- ed jams day, red-and-green day, sw eats day, and hat day. Members also decorated basketball players ' lockers before home games and provided treats for the team mem- bers. Chocolate chip cookies seemed to be the players ' favorite home-baked treat. Pep club 55 Teamwork and discipline keys to success for Scholastic Bowl Our scholastic bowl team participated in 3 major events. Our 1st competition was at Lincolnview on Feb. 27. We were proud to finish in 3rd place afi:er defeating Fairview and Crestview. Team members participating were Jon Lloyd, Angle Evans, Tom Ries, Ta- nya Clouse, Jeremy Couts, and Jerry Free- wait. Our 2nd meet was at Wright State in Celina. We challenged Mendon Union, but lost. Team members were Tammy Stoller, Jon Lloyd, Scott Close, and Jeremy Couts. Our last competition was at the State Beta convention. Our members came in 3rd. They were Jeremy Couts, Tanya Clouse, and Jerry Freewalt. Scholastic bowl members discovered that athletics isn ' t the only area in which teamwork and discipline are impor- tant. They also found that academic compe- tition can be as much fun as athletic compe- tition. 1. 1st row: Jeremy Couts, Jerry Freewalt, and Tammy Stoller. 2nd row: Angle Evans. 3rd row: Mrs. Cron, advi- sor, Tom Ries, Scott Close, Tanya Clouse, and Jon Lloyd. 2. Jerry Freewalt, Jeremy Couts, Angle Evans, Tanya Clouse, Jon Lloyd, Mrs. Cron, and Tom Ries. 3. Jeremy, Angle, Tanya, and Tom during competition. 4. Jeremy, Jerry, Tanya, and Jon during competition. 56 Scholastic Bowl student Council turns the key on Homecoming student Council sponsored many activities for the OC-L stu- dent body. On Halloween, a dress- up day was held, with prizes awarded. A movie was shown and popcorn sold. Student council members visited 4 area schools. Those students attending were Angle Evans, Jason Freewalt, Jon Lloyd, Tom Ries, Josh Stetler, and Virginia Stoller. The annual Home- coming festivities were sponsored, and an Easter egg hunt was held forelementarystudents. Jon Lloyd and Tom Ries represented OC-L at the life-size Monopoly game host- ed by the Van Wert Cougars Roar. Motivated council members were the key to a great year of fun and surprises for OC-L students. 1 1st Row Advisor Mrs Bowen Jason freewalt, Scott Edsall, Kelly Qallaway. 2nd Row: Angle Evans, Yvonne Carr, Jeri Fort- ney, Virginia Stoller, Mikki Waterman. 3rd Row; Fam Balliet, Josh Stetler, Kent Linn, Tom Ries, and Jon Lloyd. 2. Officers: Jeri Fortney, President; Jon Lloyd, Secretary; Angie Evans, Vice President; and Tom Ries, Treasurer. 3. Tom Ries. 4. Josh Stetler playing the Easter bunny. 5. Scott Edsall scattering Easter candy. 6. Jon Lloyd, Angie Evans, and Virginia Stoller supervising egg hunt. Student Council 57 Yearbook staff holds the key to memories of final year at OC-L Preparation for this year ' s O ' Citian began last June when co-editors Angie Evans and Tammy Stoller and advisor Mrs. Ciouse attended a w orkshop at Adrian College in Adrian, Michigan. Even though the weather was terribly hot, we felt energized and ready to start this year ' s annual. After school started, we worked diligently selling ads to help finance our book. In September, ten staff members attended a one-day workshop at Lima Technical College sponsored by our sales repre- sentative, Lou Seddelmeyer. At Christmas, we had a pizza party at Mrs. Clouse ' s, where we had a gag gift exchange and watched movies. As a money-making project, we held four cake raffles at home boys ' basketball games. This year was the first time we ' ve attempted to use a computer pro- gram to type our copy for the yearbook. Difficulties learning this program and camera problems have made this year very frustrating at times. However, we hope this last O ' Citian vAU be your key to your memories of how things were this final year at Ohio City-Liberty High School. 1. Co-editors Angie Evans and Tammy Stoller. 2. Staff members: 1st Ciouse, Kara Fallis. and Sheila Chllcote. 3rd row: Leigh Fortnc row: Tammy Stoller, Rich Kline, Scott Close, Karla Bowen, and Angie nikki Lloyd, Jeri Fortney, Angela High, Mira Backstrom, and Vic Evans. 2nd row: Anissa Tickle, Jon Lloyd, Orie nakama, Tanya Rutledge. Absent: Angie Edsall, Missy Salazar, and Kelly Qallawc 58 O ' Citian Staff 1. Photographers Scott Close, Karla Bowen, and Rich Kline. 2. Mrs. Clouse and Angie Evans selling cake raffle tickets to Mrs. Kreischer. 3. Vicky Rut- ledge, Leigh Fortney, Mikki Lloyd, Kelly Qallaway, and Ta- nya Clouse checking out the new yearbooks. 4. Angie ed- sall, Shawn Ernie, Jeri Fortney, and Karla Bowen at the Christ- mas party. 5. Angela High and Mira Backstrom watching Hoosiers. 6. Kara Fallis, Greg Lunsford, and Mike Boroff checking out last years O Ci- tian. 7. Angie Evans and Tarn- - my Stoller at Adrian College workshop last June. OCitian Staff 59 1. Caria Voltz, Kelly Agler, Fam Balliet, Missy Salazar, and Kara Fallis enjoying themselves. 2. Teachers and Board of Education members. 3. These people are having a good time! 4. Mrs. Cron admiring Gary Schaadt. ChucK How- ard, Jon Lloyd, and Brad Baker in their tuxes. 5. Shawn Ernie reading the se- nior prophecy. 6. Tammy Stoller, CarIa Voltz, Sheila Chilcote, Orie Plak- ama, Angela High, Tammy Overmyer, and Kara Fallis looking lovely in their formals. 7. Fun on the dance floor. There was excitement ' In The Air Tonight ' at prom Many good times were enjoyed and memories created at the 1988 Junior-Senior prom. As you drifted through the grand entrance, you were greeted with a soft blue scene of clouds. Hot air balloons, clouds, dazzling stars, and bubbles disguised the gymnasium for the special eve- ning and carried out the theme, In the Air Tonight. A delicious buffet was prepared by junior mothers. Everyone present enjoyed meatballs, cocktail hot dogs, cheese balls, vegetables and dip, and cook- ies. Music by ' Unique Musique was enjoyed by all. As the eve- ning progressed, the Senior class prophecy, written by Ange- la High and Kara Fallis, was read by Junior class secretary Shawm Ernie. Throughout the week, the ju- niors, class advisors, a few par- ents, and some sophomore boys put forth a full-force effort to make the prom a success. Juniors felt that preparing for prom (and eating fast food from a different restaurant every night) was almost as much fun as attending prom. Sophomores who were selected as prom servers were Tanya Clouse, Tina Murphy, Vicky Wil- liams, Bob Rice, Tom Ries, Ryan Spieth, and Derek Stukey. After-prom activities were con- tinued at Max-a-rama Lanes in Van Wert. The junior class felt a great sense of pride and accomplish- ment and hoped that everyone present enjoyed his or her time In the Air Tonight. 1. Tanya Chavarria and date and Angle Evans and date. 2. Tammy Overmyer and date. 3. Prom servers: 1st row: Vicky Williams, Tina Murphy, and Ta- nya Clouse. 2nd row: Derek Stukey, Bob Rice, Tom Ries, and Ryan Spieth. OC-L gym is transformed into an enchanted setting for prom for the last time Page 62 — 1. Jon Rollins and date Karen Week. 2. Shawn Ernie, Mike Jones, Karia Bowen, and Chris Prichard enjoying the eve- ning. 3. Tina Eutsler, Lori Ain- sworth, and Tim Braun. 4. Caria Voltz decorating the stage. 5. Brad Baker and Lydia Salazar dis- cussing the lovely decorations. 6. Mira Backstrom and Pam Balliet on the dance floor. 7. Mr. Em- erine, Kent Linn, and Mr. Em- erine ' s guest relaxing. 8. Moth- ers ' help is appreciated. Page 63 — 1. CarIa Voltz entering the gym. 2. Music by Unique Musi- que. 3. KarIa Bowen and Shawn Ernie working on decorations. 4. Jeri Fortney, KarIa Bowen and Lydia Salazar hard at work. 5. Monroe Murphy and Bob Rice put- ting up the sides. students acquire skills and broaden abilities 1. Narlen de la Fuente works diligently on her spelling. 2. Josh Stetler concentrating on typing. 5. Tina Murphy and Stacy Wagoner psyching themselves up to sing. 4. In costume, Jeri Fort- ney gives the history of Halloween. 5. Leigh Fort- ney practices her CFR skills. 6. Tim Matthews takes a high jump! 7. Official Pleasantville taste- testers Angela High, Chris Marbaugh, and Chuck Howard. 64 Class Candids u Imagination is tlie key to artistic talent Art classes explored the field of archeology this year. The students discovered it to be tedious, but exciting, as they dug and measured found objects. The annual spring art show proved to be an excellent way to show off talent for several high school students. Miguel de la Fuente was awarded Best of Show. High school and junior high classes visited the Toledd Art Museum. The elementary clas- ses created a mural of OC-L School composed of various seeds. Talented and Qifted stu- dents studied architecture. 1. Fifth graders dig for unknown artifacts. 2. Art piece by Miguel de la Fuente. 3. The dig continues. 4. Miguel de la Fuente receives Best of Show. Business classes: an important door to the future Many students plan to be- gin a career immediately af- ter graduation and take busi- ness classes to learn the skills needed in today ' s busi- ness community. Others want to learn skills that will apply to college classes o r prepare them to type term papers, etc. Students learned the skills of typing, accounting, shorthand, managing money, and writ- ing business letters. Word processing was taught for a semester. The classes were taught through application of skills and visits from guest speakers. The accounting class also took a trip to Dana Corporation in Ft. Wayne to learn more about the field of accounting. 1. Derek Stukey does not look happy as he works on a business math assignment. 2. Jeff Lape and Brad Baker concentrate on typing perfect lines. 3. Stacy Wagoner, Trisha Stuck- ey, and Kara Fallis correcting typing papers. 4. Shawn Ernie seems glad to be finished with shorthand for the day. French is the key to understanding a foreign culture Through the four levels of French classes which are of- fered at OC-L, students lear n about a large slice of a differ- ent culture. As students pro- gress to higher levels in French I, vocabulary and verb conjunction are put into use through reading exercises. Af- ter studying French geography in French II, reading short stor- ies in French is accomplished. But the biggest challenges are reading Les Trois Mous- qetaires and Le Comte de Monte Cristo. These two clas- sics by Alexandre Dumas are read by the French III and IV classes. Throughout the year, French students have the op- portunity to experience the French culture by preparing French food and by celebrat- ing Mardi Qras. The final test of students ' comprehension was the 15-day trip to France in June. 1. French classes release balloons during For- eign Language Week. 2. Tom Lyons enjoying crepes. 3. Scott Walker eating during Mardi Qras celebration. 4. Aaron Wortman and Jerry Free- wait preparing for balloo n launch. 5. Rich Kline and Angle Edsall ready to brave the cold. English classes strive to gain the keys of communication Through reading short stor- ies, creating commercials, practicing grammar, writing children ' s stories, term pa- pers, and poetry, OC-L stu- dents were offered a great op- portunity to apply basic En- glish skills and to prepare for college. As freshmen and so- phomores, grammar, short stories, and novels are the main points of study. As jun- iors, students work on speech skills and create their own chil- dren ' s stories. The pressure ' s on as seniors write term pa- pers. Juniors and seniors also work on Latin and Greek word clues. As students work throughout the year, they gain the important knowledge needed to communicate on the job or in college. 1. Chris Amweg and Donna Russell are overwhelmed by the information Mrs. Ainsworth is imparting. 2. Karia Bow- en and Jeri Fortney giving speeches. 3. Jeri Fortney giving a speech about the history of Halloween. English 69 Home Ec. classes teach the key to independent living Through a variety of Home. Ec. classes, OC-L students learn many new skills and ideas which will aid them in their adult lives. Cooking, sewing, de- signing home interiors, and child development are a few of the areas which the classes cover. Single living is also a class offered to older school students. The Home Ec. department took a trip to Wilson Cor- poration in Ada that coor- dinated with classroom work. The foods classes prepared a Thanksgiving meal. In May, the Home Ec. department held a nursery school for one week. 70 Home Economics 1. Karrie Wilson, Virginia Stoller, and riikl i Waterman in food class. 2. IMon- roe Murphy, Jamie Carr, and Mrs. Bow- en during Thanksgiving meal. 3. nurs- ery school. 4. Cory Carmean and Karia Bowen help prepare Thanksgiving feast. Learning trades is the key to Ind. Arts students ' futures Through classes such as in- dustrial experience, electrici- ty, photography, and woods, students learn specific skills to apply to a certain trade. Elec- tricity students learned the basics of electricity and wiring. They also did a project where their applied knowledge helped to create a working electrical piece. Woods clas- ses learned how to create a va- riety of different items, while the industrial experience class produced a line of wall sconces. The sconces were then sold to interested per- sons and made great Christ- mas gifts. Many OC-L students found that working with their hands in an industrial arts class was an interesting ana exciting break from regular ac- ademic classes. 1. Allan Murphy and Mr. Brown using the safety jig Mr. Brown designed for the table saw. 2. Sheila Chilcote working on wall sconce for industrial experience class. Industrial Arts 71 1. Mr. Fox instructing pre-calculus students Tammy Stoller, Rich Kline, Angie Evans, and ' Lydia Salazar. 2. Mike Boroff listens intently. I Math courses help unlock the door to analytical thinking OC-L students have the opportunity to explore many different levels of math. Classes offered in- clude general math, busi- ness math. Algebra I and II, geometry, and pre-cal- culus. Analyzing problems and checking answers are steps that are emphasized in every class. Computer class learns that keyboard keys control all computer processes The computer class w as taught by Mrs. Bowen this year. The class used programs including Atari Writer, Letter Perfect, and Print Shop. The students used Print Shop to illustrate stories written by the first graders. We compiled the stories into booklets, and the first graders were thrilled by the copies we gave each student. At the end of the year, we did simple programming and used SAM, a program which allows the computer to speak using a voice synthesizer. Mike Boroff presenting booklets to Darcy Vaske and Matthew Hill. 72 Math and Computers Music students give key performances The OC-L music department stayed in tune ail year. Starting in Oc- tober, the choir performed a mini-con- cert for the grade school. The kids seemed to enjoy it, and it gave the choir members a chance to work out their nervousness before an actual performance. In December, the ele- mentary and high school students spread Christmas cheer through their annual Christmas concert. Choir members went caroling to tu o area nursing homes. Pep band performed at home basketball games. In March, band and choir students participated in the solo and ensemble contests held in Lima. Also, band members took part in the All-County Band Con- cert held at Lincolnview. In May, grades 4-12 performed in a great spring concert, which was held in con- junction with the annual art show. Af- ter the concert, awards were pre- sented to outstanding band and choir members. 1. Choir performing during Christmas concert: IMr. Emerine, Stacy Wagoner, Tina Murphy, One Makama, Tanya Clouse, and Kelly Qallaway. 2. Kent Linn and Mr. Emerine at Shane Hill nursing Home. 3. Accompanist Jon Lloyd. 4. High school band during spring concert. Health and Phys. Ed. students are ' ' keyed up for fitness The physical education clas- ses spent a busy and enjoyable year. It ' s always fun to take a break from academic classes and do something physical. We traveled to Woods Qolf Course to play a real game of golf and to Max-a- i ama Lanes to perfect our bowling skills. While at OC-L, students learned the fundamentals of playing basketball, volleyball, ten- nis, hockey, soccer, and several other sports. The freshman health class was required to learn CPR. We also had several guest speakers and movies about the effects of alco- hol and drugs on the human body. We learned about veneral dis- eases and the dangers of AIDS. i tifiS 1. Freshmen up to bat. 2. Tim Mat- thews shows his bowling form. 3. Jeff Lape and Anissa Tickle wait for their turn at bat. 4. Tennis pro Rich Kline. 5. Trisha Stuckey on balance board. 6. Aaron Wortman practicing CPR. 74 Health and Phys. Ed. 1. Lydia Salazar and Tammy Stoller dissecting their piglets. 2. Ricln Kline butctiering chickens. 3. Jeri Fortney and Mr. Matthias butchering chicfiens. 4. Shawn Ernie just loves this class! 5. Chemistry assembly about lasers. Scientific method is proven to be tlie key to a successful experiment Science classes offered this year were cfiemistry, biology, physical science, anatomy, and zoology. Chemistry class learned that through experimentation a substance can be identified. Biolo- gy students took their annual walk through the woods to look for bo- tanical specimens. They also dis- sected earthworms and frogs. The zoology class shared its knowl- edge of animals with the fifth grade this year with a trip to the Toledo Zoo. Physical science studied the earth, atmosphere, and elements. Studying through dissection, the anatomy class learned about body organs, parts, and functions. They butchered and dissected chick- ens. Tammy Stoller and Angle Ev- ans fried chicken for the class. An extended length of time was spent dissecting piglets (which each student named). The surgeons named best at tedious work were Rich Kline and Monroe Murphy. The class also learned the bones of the human body. Social studies classes offer the key to the past, present, and future OC-L students find that social studies clas- ses provide a great op- portunity to learn many historical facts about our country and the world. Government, econom- ics, and geography are also taught. In novem- ber, the social studies department sponsored an assembly featuring Abraham Lincoln. A former teacher from Illi- nois, James A. Getty per- formed. He talked in the first person as if he were President Lincoln. At the end of the assembly, the audience asked Mr. Lin- coln questions about his administration and per- sonal life. 76 Social Studies ? V 1. Actor James A. Getty as President Lin- coln. 2. Seniors in government class dur- ing Spirit Week. 3. Clint Marbaugh and Jason Rollins. 4. Tim Matthews and Bob Rice in American History. 1. High school winners: 1st row: Tam- my Stoller and Angle Evans. 2nd row: Jerry Freewalt, Scott Walker, Aaron Wortman, and Jeremy Couts. 2. Jr High winners: 1st row: Teresa Qasklll Shuntull Whlted, Aleecla Eller, Melin da Ricketts, Jennifer Stetler, Stacy Eh man, and Brandy Frlemoth. 2nd row; Chad Fallls, Jason Freewalt, Jeff Wlt- tung, John Eylnk, Andrew Hill, and Eddie Quinones. 3. Elementary win- ners: Row 1: Mandl Simon, Amy Weav- er, and Jeremy Bankey. Row 2: Jamie Matthews, Tara Chllcote, and Jacob Jones. 2nd Science Fair opens doors to research The OC-L science fair opened up many doors to the world of science for students. On March 11, the second school science fair was held, with students in grades 5-12 participating. It was a day of anxiety for the 114 students who dis- played projects varying from hamsters and rep- tiles to lightning, plants, and solar energy. Judging took place in the afternoon during an open house for all grades. Winners were announced the next morn- ing, and cash prizes of $10 for 1st place and $5 for 2nd place were awarded. Winners in chemistry were 1st place Angle Evans and 2nd place Tammy Stoller. In physical sci- ence, Jeremy Couts placed 1st and Scott Walk- er, Jerry Freewalt, and Aar- on Wortman tied for 2nd place. Scientific method winner was Jerry Freewalt. Eighth grade winners were John Eyink and Jeff Wit- tung, 1st place, and An- drew Hill and Eddie Qui- nones, 2nd place. Stacy Ehman won 1st place for 7th grade, and Honorable Mention was given to Alee- cla Filer, Jason Freewalt, Chad Fallis, Brandy Frlem- oth, Jennifer Stetler, Ter- esa Gaskill, Shuntull Whit- ed, and Melinda Ricketts. In 6th Grade, Jacque Heiz- man placed 1st, and Mandi Simon and Tara Chllcote tied for 2nd place. Amy Weaver and Jamie Mat- thews tied for 1st place in 5th Grade, and Jeremy Bankey and Jacob Jones tied for 2nd place. Science teachers coordinating the event were Mr. Matthias, Mrs. Phlipot, Mrs. Bills, and Mrs. Bowen. Science Fair 77 OC-L Spooks and Goblins Who are these strange people? On my, it ' s the students at OC- L on October 29. Student Council sponsored a dress- up day for Halloween, which gave the students a chance to change their identities for a day. Everyone enjoyed the fun, but found it hard to concen- trate in class when there was a talking pumpkin or a talking cat sitting beside you. Even the teachers got into the mood. Mr. Rase was dressed as his hero, Larry Bird of the Boston Celtics. Awards were given during noon hour. Most original group ' winners were Jeri Fort- ney, Jennifer Stetler, Piikki Waterman, and Stacy Ehman. The scariest award went to Jon Lloyd. Mira Backstrom dressed as a pumpkin and won Most original. Cutest cou- ple winners were Orie Mak- ama and Angela High. 78 Halloween Dress-up Day 1. Weird creatures in the halls. 2. Who will the judges choose as Most origi- nal? 3. Is that headless monster real- ly Jon Lloyd? 4. Lydia Salazar and Chad Walker. 5. Jeri Tortney, Jennifer Stetler, l ikki Waterman, and Stacy Eh- man. 6. OC-Ls very own clowns, Orie nakama and Angela High. Volleyball teams learn that bumping, setting, and spiking are the keys to a great game Reserve co-captains Anissa Tickle and Shawn Ernie JV team: Row 1: Angie Edsall, Vicky Rutledge, Anissa Tickle, Pam Balliet, Mira Backstrom, Shawn Ernie, Tammy Stoller, and Tanya Clouse. Row 2: Manager Kelly Qallaway, Coach Patti Kreischer, and Manager Piikki Lloyd. 80 Volleyball 1 . Varsity: Row 1 : Manager Kelly Qal- laway. Coach Patti Kreischer, and Manager riikki Lloyd. Row 2: Orie nakama, Tanya Chavarria, Angle Evans, Jeri Fortney, Kara Fallis, An- gela High, Pam Balliet, Mira Backst- rom, and Karla Bowen. Absent, Kelly Agler. 2. Varsity Co-captains Angela High, Karla Bowen, Jeri Fort- ney, and Angle Evans. 3. Senior players, Kelly Agler, absent. 4. Kelly Agler serving. 5. Tanya Chavarria setting the ball. 6. Karia Bowen re- turning a hard serve. Preparation for both teams began in August when Coach Patti Kreischerheid a Midwest volleyball concepts camp for 5 long, sweaty days. During the season, both varsity and JV teams had many exciting matches. The JV team had some close games against Blackhawk. Both varsity and JV won against Mendon Union. At the season ' s end a fall sports banquet was held, and awards were presented. Jap- anese exchange student Orie nakama won Most Valu- able Player. Volleyball 81 Warrior basketball teams show determination stats Mira Backstrom, Orie nakama, Tanya Clouse, and Jon Lloyd Varsity co-captains Rich Kline and Jon Rollins. JV — 1st row: Manager Raymond Stevens, Tim Metz, Ryan Spieth, Jeremy Couts, Clint Marbaugh, Adam Kim- mel, Tom Lyons, and Manager Benji Salazar. 2nd row: Coach Randy Schrieber, Derek Stukey, Scott Walker, Tom Ries, Bob Rice, Jason Rollins, Aaron Wortman, and Coach Keith Scott. 82 Basketball Varsity — 1st row: Manager Benji Salazar, Coach Scott. Manager Ray- mond Stevens. 2nd row: Scott Close. Jon Rollins. Bob Rice. Aaron Wortman. Derek Stukey. Monroe Murphy. Scott Walker. Gary Schaadt. Rich Kline. Cory Carmean, and Josh Stetler. Absent — Chris Marbaugh. Left — Derek Stukey takes a jump shot against Mendon Union in JV ac- tion. Above — Varsity plans strategy during Homecoming game against FAC rival Mendon Union. The OC-L basketball teams proved that determination was their key strength during the season. Although the stats and scores weren ' t always in our favor, every Warrior fan in the gym could tell you that the mighty Warriors had fought the hardest. Varsity coach, Mr. Keith Scott, summarized the season by stat- ing, There was a lot of good to come out of this year. We showed people that, no matter what the situation, we are not going to quit. The seniors — Chris Mar- baugh, Jon Rollins, Gary Schaadt, and Scott Close — provided us with leader- ship, while our underclassmen im- proved greatly. When the varsity played against the An- sonia Tigers, they proved that they could play well against one of the better area teams. The junior varsity team was coached by Mr. Randy Schreiber. After the JV played Temple Christian during a second FAC encounter, everyone in the crowd knew what a true comeback victory was. The Warriors proved that the main key to the game was to play hard and never give up. Basketball 83 Below: Mascot Leigh Fortney. Left: Pep rally. Cheerleaders are the key to team support Varsity squad: Kelly Qallaway, Tanya Chavarria, Angle Evans, Jeri rortney, and Kara Fallis 84 Cheerleaders m 1. Caria Voltz, Kara Fallis, Anissa Tickle, Jeri Fortney, Vicky Rutledge, Angie Evans, Lydia Salazar, Tanya Chavarria, Tina Murphy, and Kelly Qallaway. 2. Varsity cheerleaders during Homecoming game. 3. JV squad: Caria Voltz, Tina Murphy, Vicky Rutledge, Lydia Salazar, and Anissa Tickle. 4. JV supporting their guys. As the OC-L basketball season began, the Warrior cheerleaders ignited the fuse for a year of super spirit. After attending Cheer Ohio at Kenyon College, the cheerleaders brought back many exciting spirit ideas, many red and blue ribbons, and, best of all, a big red Spirit Key! During the year, the cheerleaders held their annual bike-a-thon as well as hosting the pep rally dance. The dance featured the dee- jays MKO ' s {Music Knock Outs). Throughout the sea- son the cheerieaders and pep club members support- ed their much-deserving guys by decorating their lockers and giving them ex- tra-energy goodie bags. Cheerleaders 85 Softball season seemed long because of injuries to team members I 1st row: Mira Backstrom, Anissa Tickle, Leigh Fortney, Tanya Clouse, Orie Makama. 2nd row: Lydia Salazar, Trisha Stuckey, Tina Murphy, Jeri Fortney, and Mikki Lloyd. Softball conditioning began the first week in inarch In the gym. The season began on (March 22 against Ft. Jennings. Wins dur- ing the season included scrimmages against Wayne Trace and Delphos Jefferson and a game against Frontier Conference ri- val Mendon Union. Many injuries forced us to play with a very small team. Jeri Fortney, Trisha Stuckey, Mikki Lloyd, and Leigh Fortney were all Injured at various times during the season. One game had to be forfeited because we couldn ' t field enough players. Our coach, Jed Couts, had to put up with a lot, but his patience held up; and we learned a great deal. The team gave him a ball cap at the end of the season that each player had signed. 2. Team members discuss- ing strategy. 3. Mikki Lloyd, 3rd base. 4. Tina Murphy, 2nd base. 5. Team huddle. ■ 5= ' rTT 1 Leigh Fortney, catcher. 2. Trisha Stuckey. shortstop. 3. Anissa Tickle, right field. 4. Jeri Fortney, shortstop. 5. Tanya Clouse, pitcher. 6. Co-captains Lydia Salazar and Jeri Fortney. 7 Waiting for the coach. 8. Lydia Salazar, 1st base. 9. Mira Backstrom, center field. 10. Orie nakama, left field. Golfers ' concentration is tlie key to making the ' hole The 1987-88 golf team consist- ed of 10 players — 2 seniors, 2 so- phomores, and 6 freshmen. The kids worked hard, played well, and did a nice Job of representing OC-L. The year of match play experience will certainly prove helpful for all team members, but especially for our freshmen. Sophomore Derek Stukey won the Medallist award with a 47.2 average. Unfortunately, he broke his finger during the season. We say goodbye to seniors Chris Marbaugh and Scott Close. The fli- ture looks bright for these young linksters. 1. Tim Metz teeing off. 2. Co-captains Derek Stukey and Scott Close. 3. Jerry Freewalt putting. 4. Scott Close putting. 5. Team members: Row 1 — Jerry Freewalt, Tom Lyons, Tim Metz, Scott Walker, and Coach Clark. Row 2 — Jeremy Couts, Tom Ries, Scott Close, Derek Stukey, and Josh Stetler. Absent: Chris Narbaugh. 6. Scott Walk- er. 7. Tom Ries. 8. Josh Stetler practicing putting. 9. Medallist Derek Stukey. 1. Derek Stukey 2. Jerry Freewalt 3. Tim Metz 4. 1st row: Tim Metz, Aaron Wortman, Chuck Howard, Jerry Freewalt, and Jeremy Couts. 2nd row: Chris Mar- baugh, Gary Schaadt, Derek Stukey, Scott Walker, Cory Carmean, and Coach Randy Schreiber. 5. Aaron Wortman 6. Cory Carmean 7. Chris Marbaugh 8. Scott Walker 9. Jeremy Couts 10. Chuck Howard 11. Gary Schaadt Key plays help baseball team win OC-L fielded a baseball team this year after a one-year hiatus. Key wins were against Frontier Conference rival Men- don-Union, county rival Lincoln- view, and Minster. Team co-cap- tains were Gary Schaadt and Scott Walker. Leading pitcher was Gary Schaadt. Leading hit- ters were Scott Walker and Cory Carmean. Baseball 89 Jr. High team leams basketball basics 1st row: Chad Fallis and Jeff Wittung. 2nd row: Kurt Kline, Manager Jay Zizelman, and Mollis Qaskill. 3rd row: Coach Jeff Jones, Chad Walker, Brad Agler, Brian Rickard, and Ben Salazar. Absent: Troy Hoffman. ' ' Troy Hoffman taking the ball down the floor against Mendon-Union. The Warriors entering the gym in action against Benji Salazar throwing the ball in Mendon-Union. Cheerleaders get elementary classes to back their team Jr. High cheerieaders — 1st row: Co-captain Matalie Deam and nikki Waterman. 2nd row: Brandy Robey and Co-captain Virginia Stoller. Standing: Sheri Adelblue. 90 Jr. High BB cheerieading 1st row: Matalie Deam, Aleecia Eller, and Stacy Ehman. 2nd row: Carey Burke, Kristi Rice, Karrie Wilson, Jennifer Stetler, and Mikki Waterman. Basketball fundamentals are learned through teamwork Jennifer stetler taking the ball down the floor. tacy Ehman wonders. Will the ball go in? Mikki Waterman and Aleecia Eller warm up be- fore the game. P „ 1 ' si. • VB team tums the key to a winning season arey Burke watches as Aleecia Eller Coach Linda Stukey presents awards to Jr. High volley- :tums the ball. ball team members: Melinda Ricketts, Aleecia Eller. I SheriAdelblue, Stacy Ehman, Stat Leigh Fortney, Kristi - i - f Rice, Brandy Robey, r ikki Waterman, and Karrie Wil- son. Jr. High VB and Qirls BB 91 OC-L athletes earn well- deserved awards 1. Coach Screiber and JV basketball team. 2. Coach Scott presenting awards to Varsity basketball team. 3. Coach Clark with golf team. 4. High school cheerleaders receive awards from Mrs. Kreischer. 5, Coach Stuk- ey presenting awards to Jr. High cheerlead- ers. 6. Jr. High boys ' basketball receive awards from Coach Jeff Jones. 7. Mr. Brown gives Softball awards. 8. Jr. High girls ' bas- ketball receive awards from Coach Tim Bo- lenbaugh. 9. Coach Kreischer presents awards to JV volleyball players. 92 Athletic Banquets -1 - y T ■ -I 1 , I- 1 W h L . ' f  1, L. r -1 V . -I V I- « ■ , f. r i 7 T ' ■ - ' c- ■ ' ' :, - . t ' - 3? r v ' -t ' -1 ' . t ' 7v% ' . .., , ,. A 1 - . ' ' • r r A r ' - A - ' i A i i ' - •- u. School Board and Administration open the door to a vAder education for OC-L The OC-L School Board made many decisions this year concerning the future of our school. From the be- ginning of the year, they studied the question of OC-L transferring to a neighboring school district. They ap- pointed a 20-member advisory council to study the financial and curricular needs of OC-L. In December the board made the decision to transfer to Van Wert City Schools. OC-L administration also pre- pared for state evaluation in Decem- ber. School policies were prepared, and an on-site inspection checked to see if we were operating the school to meet minimum standards set by the State of Ohio. The school did pass the inspection with no major problems. Board members: 1st row — Linda Mathews, board treasurer; Leslie Simon, Vice President; Becky Motycka. 2nd row — John Rollins, President; Ralph Evans; Gary Davis. Mr. Robert Miller, superintendent. 94 Administration Mr. Ronald Rase, principal eachers hold the master key to unlock students ' minds As a school functions, there are many keys need- tl to become successful as an educational institu- on. A teacher must have the ability to open students ' linds so each student will be able to unlock the doors f life in the future. We want to thank our teachers for leir dedication, enthusiasm, and knowledge. The Citian staflF asked the teachers what one experience ach felt had opened doors for him or her. Below are leir responses. Mrs. Esther Schweyer, kindergarten. 2. Mrs. Rosie Smith, 1st ,ade. 3. Mrs. Sue Ellinger, 2nd grade. Working as a teachers aide Lincolnview opened doors for me. 4. Mrs. Marcia German, 2nd ade. The experience that I felt opened many doors was graduat- g from college. It allowed me to pursue the career I ' ve always wanted. 5. Mrs. Fatti Kreischer, 3rd grade, riot only going to college, but being a resident assistant while there opened doors for me. 6. Mrs. Brenda Valentine, 4th grade. Being on the Jr. Fair Board while I was in high school. It was a great opportunity to meet other people and taught me how to handle responsibility being a secretary and while working on committees. 7. Mrs. Karla Bills, science and math, 5th and 6th. Going to college gave me the opportunity to choose to learn about almost anything I wanted to. Also, the experiences I gained, such as being exposed to a variety of people and seeing what life was like outside of my hometown, have helped make me who 1 am. 8. Mr. Keith Scott, social studies and English, 5th and 6th. Beating Scott High School in basketball myjunior year in high school. Before the game, Scott was 17-2, and we were 5-14. Mo one gave us a chance, including ourselves. However, in double over- time, we prevailed. That night made me believe that sometimes the impossible can be achieved. 9. Mrs. Christine Heizman, learning disabilities. Attending college and earning teacher certification in 3 different areas. Elementary teachers 95 Teachers show that knowledge is the best key to success 1. Mrs. Connie Ainsworth, English and reading, junior class advisor. I feel that entering college exposed me to many opportunites and chal- lenges. 1 met many new people, learned about various cultures, and was able to choose from a variety of courses. College allowed me to de- cide upon a career which has given me the op- portunity to meet many interesting people. 2. Mrs. nancy Bowen, Home Economics, 7th grade math, computers, FHA and Student Council ad- visor. 3. Mr. Carl Brown, industrial arts, athletic director, A.V. coordinator, freshman advisor. 4. Mr. Ed Clark, social studies, guidance, golf coach, 7th grade sponsor. Without question — my formal education! 5. Mr. Ken Emerine, ele- mentary and high school music, choir, band, ju- nior class advisor. The experience of a college education has opened many doors for me. Hot just in job-related opportunities but also in per- sonal, financial, artistic, and performance opportunities. Many of my best friends and memories stem from my college experiences. 96 High school teachers 1. Mrs. Sharon Clouse, business, O ' Citian advi- sor. Going to college not only helped me pre- pare for a career, but also helped me to become more independent. Also, living in Denver for 1 1 2 years broadened my horizons and gave me the opportunity to appreciate my family, friends, and the community we live in. It also gave me a love of traveling. 2. Mrs. Owen Cron, English, French, Beta Club advisor, French Club advisor, scholastic bowl advisor. The job I had while I was a student In France gave me a broader view of the French people and a solid base for teach- ing later on. 3. Mr, Cal Fox, high school and jr. high math, 8th grade sponsor. 4. Mrs. Marie Markward, L.D. tutor, 8th grade social studies. Accepting Jesus Christ as my personal Savior and basing my goals and decisions upon Him. 5. Mrs. Marlecia Smart,jr. high English and read- ing, librarian, senior class s ponsor. 6. Mrs. Cathy Phlipot, Health, Fhys. Ed., jr. high sci- ence, sophomore class advisor. It would be very difficult for me to pinpoint one experience alone. Being raised in a close family environ- ment and having great parents as role models certainly had a major influence on my future. 7. Mrs. Mary Minnig, elementary and high school art, talented and gifted. The experience of col- lege opened my eyes to the many opportunities available to me as an individual and as a female. 1 also came face-to-face with many facets of life such as different religions, cultures, and atti- tudes, which has helped me to be more accep- ting of all people. 8. Mr. Ron Matthias, science, guidance, scholastic bowl advisor. High school teachers 97 Supporting staff make things go smoothly at OC-L As a key fits into a lock, we see that our supporting staff often do many things to make our school activities fit together. We must remember to thank those who perform special services to make things go smoothly. Whether a secretary, cook, bus driver, or aide, much hard work and effort is put forth; and we want you to know that your work is appreciated. Mrs. Betty Fox, secretary 98 Supporting staff Nrs. Joan Ainsworth, secretary. Mrs. Joyce Krugh, teachers ' aide. 1. Bus drivers: Emily Werts, Basil Agler, and Portia Ainsworth. 2. Study hall monitor Jackie Stetler. 3. Asst. janitor Lori Ainsworth. 4. Custodians Basil and Lorene Agler. 5. Teachers ' aide Joyce Eller. 6. Shirley Adelblue, cafeteria cashier and assistant librarian. 7. Phyllis Rice, teach- ers ' aide. Supporting staff 99 1. Mr. Emerine relaxing. 2. Substitute teacher l rs. 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Children ' s Day along with Grandparent ' s Day, is remembered with family picnics and swim parties. Could you imagine cheering on the mighty Warriors at a game of weekend ice hockey instead of a basketball game? Could you live without any french fries, potato chips, cakes, or cookies for a school lunch? If you think that is different, how would you feel about paying $65 for one pair of jea ns? Well, these are some of the differences that our finnish ex- change student, Mira Backstrom, had to adjust to. Mira Birgitta Backstrom was bom July 7, 1970. Her parents are Maiji and the late Kalevi Backstrom. Mira and her two older brothers, Petri and Pasi, grew up in Forssa, Finland, a town of 20,000. Since she came to the U.S., Mira has enjoyed her American family, the Scheldt ' s, Brad, Becky, Erin, and Kyle. Mira has also found her favorite American food to be pan pizza from Pizza Hut. But Mira does com- ment on the American eating habits: First 1 liked it (junk food) since it was so different from ours, but now I ' m getting sick of it. We (in Finland) eat a lot of fruit and vegetables. Although Mira has adjusted well to the American way of life, she has come to the conclusion 1 like it here, but you don ' t get bored so easily in Finland. When Mira first came to OC-L, she felt very ner- vous about making friends, her classes, and how to act. But she soon started to feel more comfortable af- ter she got involved by joining the school volleyball team. She also learned to appreciate the closeness of OC-L. My school in Finland is totally different and definitely bigger. Our class schedule is different every day which makes school a little more interesting. As Mira underwent a year of the American way of life, she leamed that American people could be very open and friendly. She realized that there are many positive experiences that one could have by being an exchange student in the U.S., especially at OC-L. Can you imagine reading words at the bottom of a movie screen because you cannot understand the English movie? Could you stand life w ithout MTV and cable television? Orie Makama does without these things everyday in her home town, Okinawa, Japan. She lives there with her parents, Misao and Toskiko Hakama. She is their only daughter living at home. Her four older sis- ters are 31, 28, 24, and 29. Two are married, and the other two are living and working independently in To- kyo. Arriving in America, Orie discovered a different world. My first impression of the United States was very big! she exclaimed. She says there is much more traffic in Japan. A person living in Okinawa can ride a bus, take a taxi, or walk to get to a job or school. Classes in Japan are also different, she explains. Even though she wears a uniform to school, her schedule differs from day to day. Orie enjoys OC-L ' s food. In Japan the brown bag lunch is very popular since there is not a cafeteria. Fish, rice, and vegetables are the main diet in Okinawa. Orie has found American food to be greasy but very good. Pizza Hut pizza has become her favor- ite food since her arrival. Eating out is not very com- mon in the Makama family, though they do have McDonalds, Dairy Queen, and many other fast food restaurants, Food takes long time to prepare, she explains. Here 1 discovered many instant foods in- cluding rice. Madonna is also popular in Japan, says Orie. Even though the words are in English and we don ' t understand it, we like the beat and still try to sing the words. Many holidays are not celebrated the same. In Ja- pan, they don ' t celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, Easter, and the Fourth of July, says Orie. They cele- brate Mew Year ' s Day for 3 days. 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Aleecia 33, 77, 91 Emerine, Mr. Ken 49, 50, 63, 73, 96, 100 Ernie, Shawn 24, 26, 55, 59, 60, 63, 67, 75, 80, 105 Eutsler, Tina 22, 28, 63 Evans, Angie 19, 24, 26, 46, 47, 48, 52, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 61, 72, 77, 81, 84, 85 Eyink, John 32, 77 Eallis, Chad 33, 49, 54, 77, 90 Fallis, Kara Lea 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 20, 52, 55, 58, 59, 60, 67, 81, 84, 85 Fortney, Jeri 12, 15, 26, 46, 48, 55, 57, 58, 59, 63, 64, 69, 75, 78, 80, 81, 84, 85, 86, 87 Fortney, Leigh 30, 47, 48, 58, 59, 64, 84, 86, 87, 91 Fox, Mr. Cal 72, 97 Freewalt, Jason 33, 49, 57, 77 Freewalt, Jerry 30, 46, 48, 49, 56, 77, 88, 89 Friemoth, Brandy 33, 77 Q Gallaway, Kelly 28, 46, 47, 48, 50, 54, 55, 57, 59, 73, 80, 81, 84, 85 Gaskill, Hollis 90 Gaskill, Teresa 34, 77 Green, Mike 27 H Mall, Mary 22, 27 Hanjora, Terry 33 High, Angela Rose 4, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 58, 59, 60, 64, 78, 80, 81 Hill, Andrew 32, 77 Mill, Vicki 47 Moffman, Troy 32, 90 Howard, Chuck 10, 11, 15, 16, 18, 20, 60, 64, 89 K Kimmel, Adam 30, 48, 82 Kline, Kurt 32, 90 Kline, Rich 12, 26, 27, 48, 58, 59, 68, 72, 74, 75, 82, 83 L Lape, Jana 33, 47 Lape, Jefr25, 30, 67, 74 Linn, Kent 6, 8, 18, 49, 57, 63, 73 Lloyd, Jon Eric 4, 6, 8, 16, 19, 20, 24, 50, 54, 56, 57, 58, 60, 73, 78, 82 Lloyd, Nikki 24, 30, 31, 58, 59, 80, 81, 86 Lunsford, Bryan 24, 32 Lunsford, Gregory 4, 16, 20, 59 Lyons, Tom 30, 48, 68, 82, 88, 125 M Marbaugh, Christopher 5, 9, 16, 18, 20, 24, 64, 89 Marbaugh, Clint 30, 31, 76, 82 Marbaugh, Ginny 32, 34 Markward, Mrs. Marie 97 Matthews, Tim 28, 64, 74, 76 Matthias, Mr. Ron 75, 97 Metz, Tim 12, 25, 30, 31, 48, 82, 88, 89 Miller, Robert 18, 94 Minnig, Mrs. Mary 97 Mottinger, Dewayne 31, 49 Murphy, Allan 28, 71 Murphy, Brian 31 Murphy, Monroe 27, 63, 70, 83, 111 Murphy, Tina 19, 28, 29, 48, 50, 55, 61, 64, 73, 85, 86, 105 ri Makama, Orie 5, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 19, 50, 58, 60, 73, 78, 81, 82, 86, 118, 119 o Overmyer, Anna 19, 32 Overmyer, Tammy 5, 6, 11, 16, 23, 60, Panning, Robert 33 Phlipot, Mrs. Cathy 97 Frichard, Keith 32 Q Quinones, Eddie 32, 49, 77 R Rase, Ron 18, 94 Rice, Bob 12, 29, 48, 61, 63, 76, 82, 83 Rice, Kristi 32, 34, 49, 55, 91 Rickard, Brian 33, 90 Ricketts, Melinda 33, 77, 91 Ries, Tom 28, 29, 48, 56, 57, 61, 82, 88, 110 Robey, Brandy 32, 54, 55, 90, 91 Rollins, Jason 31, 76, 82 Rollins, Jon Eric 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 20, 23, 63, 82, 83 Russell, Donna 29, 69 Rutledge, Vicky 29, 47, 48, 55, 58, 59, 80, 85 Salazar, Benji 32, 82, 83, 90 Salazar, Lydia 24, 25, 27, 48, 55, 63, 72. 75, 78, 85, 86, 105 Salazar, Melissa 5, 10, 16, 60, 111 Schaadt, Gary Wilson 5, 9, 10, 15, 16, 20, 60, 83, 89, 111, 121 Smart, Mrs. Marlecia 97, 100 Spieth, Ryan 29, 49, 61, 82 Stetler, Jennifer 25, 33, 55, 77, 78, 91 Stetler, Josh 25, 30, 31, 48, 57, 64, 83, 88 Stetler, Mrs. 100 Stevens, Raymond 31, 48, 82, 83 Stoller, Tammy 19, 26, 27, 46, 47, 55, 56, 58, 59, 60, 72, 75, 77, 80, 105 Stoller, Virginia 19, 32, 55, 57, 70, 90 Stuckey, Erik 5, 11, 12, 16, 22 Stuckey, Trisha 28, 29, 67, 74, 86, 87 Stukey, Derek 28, 29, 61, 67, 82 83 88, 89, 107 Tickle, Anissa 12, 14, 24, 30, 31, 47, 48, 55, 58, 74, 80, 85, 86, 87 Tunis, Lori 12, 14, 29 V Voltz, Carla 24, 27, 55, 60, 63,, 85 w Wagoner, Stacy 29, 50, 64, 67, 73 Walker, Chad 33, 78, 90 Walker, Scott 31, 48, 68, 77, 82, 83, 88, 89, 106 Waterman, Nikki 32, 34, 55, 57, 70, 78, 90, 91 Whited, Shuntull 33, 77 Williams, Vicky 29, 61 Wilson, Karrie 32, 34, 49, 55, 70, 91 Wittung, Jeffrey 32, 49, 77, 90 Wortman, Aaron 31, 48, 68, 74, 77, 82, 83, 89 Zimmerman, Paul 32 Zizelman, Jay 33, 90 High school students take 1-day trip to Chicago On May 23, 1988, at 7 a.m. the fresh- men, sophomore, and junior classes along with several teachers and parents took a 1- day trip to Chicago. The trip, which was tak- en to spend money from the classes ' activity funds, was chartered through Summit Coaches. After a 2 ' 2 hour trip (complete with music) we made our first stop at the Sears Tower. Even though it was cloudy, the view and elevator trip were enjoyable. In the afternoon, students toured Chicago ' s Muse- um of Science and Industry. After taking in a little of what Chicago has to offer, we head- ed home and arrived in Ohio City at 10:30 p.m. Elementary students in action in the classroom and playground French students say ' Au Re voir to the U.S.A. and Bon Jour to France. On June 16, 1988, 14 OC-L French students, 4 ad- visors, and a large number of parents gathered at the school in great anticipation for the long-awaited de- parture to France. As the group started their trip to Dayton Airport, a stop was made in Celina to pick up 2 more advisors as well as 2 additional French stu- dents from Celina. When we arrived in Dayton, we first had a delay; and then our flight to New York was cancelled. Plans were made to fly to Boston, stay overnight, sightsee for a day, and leave for Paris at 8 p.m. We saw many historic sights in Boston such as the Old north Church, USS Constitution, and Harvard campus. After a long day in Boston, we flew to Paris. Since we were ecstatic about finally landing on French soil, we found it very hard to sleep on the plane. After getting through customs and traveling to our hotel, we had our first opportunity to enjoy French cuisine. Then we took a 4-hour bus tour of Paris. We visited the Piotre Dame, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and the Louvre. The following week and a half were spent travel- ing through France. We enjoyed Loire Valley and the French Riviera. After leaving France, we took a day to travel through Italy on our way to Geneva, Switzer- land. During our 2-day stay in Switzerland, we visited the chic Chamonix ski resort, as well as visiting with 1987 OC-L exchange student Pas Qallachi. Throughout the trip we had nice weather, a busy schedule, and only a few small emergencies. An ex- ample of a small emergency was when Tom Ries accidentally pulled the emergency cord on our over- night train trip. But after paying a 560 franc fine ($100 US dollars), we all agreed that those are the things that make travelling interesting! After departing from Geneva, everyone was anx- ious to get home. Whether it was special people we wanted to see. Pizza Hut pizza we wanted to eat, orjust to sleep in our own beds, we all felt relieved and thank- ful to be home safely. As we stepped off our plane, our first sight was a large group ofloving parents and spe- cial people who made us glad to be back in the good old U.S. of A. As we look down the stairs and through the doors of OC-L one final time, we need to remember the good times of the past and look forward to the good times in the future. Even though some of our students and faculty will be in other locations, we will still be Friends. FRIEriDS by Michael W. Smith and Deborah D. Smith Packing up the dreams God planted. In the fertile soil of you. Cant believe the hopes he ' s granted. Means a chapter in your life is through. But we ' ll keep you close as always. It won ' t even seem you ' ve gone. Because our hearts, in big and small ways. Will keep the love that keeps us strong. And friends are friends forever, If the Lord ' s the Lord of them. And a friend will not say never. Because the welcome will not end. Though it ' s hard to let you go. In the Father ' s hands we know That a lifetime ' s not too long. To live, as friends. With the faith and love God ' s given. Springing from the hope we know. We will pray the joy you ' ll live in Is the strength that now you show. But we ' ll keep you close as always. It won ' t even seem you ' ve gone. Because our hearts,- in big and small ways. Will keep the love that keeps us strong. And friends are friends forever. If the Lord ' s the Lord of them. And a friend will not say never. Because the welcome will not end. Though it ' s hard to let you go. In the Father ' s hands we know That a lifetime ' s not too long. To live, as friends. Copyright © 1982 Meadowgreen Music C0.-8 Music Sq. W., Piashville, Tn 37203 All rights administered by Tree Pub. Co., Inc. In ternational Copyright Secured All Rights Re served Used by permission ! i I