Osceola High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Osceola, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1983 volume:

From: OHS Yearbook Staff Box 175 Osceola, NE 68651 To: Osceola High Schoc c o The Bulldogs i Order Date 1982-83 Quantity Page Size ITEM Description 1 4 22 Seniors One last look ... 1 10 6 Sports Hard work ... 1 26 29 Groups Active students ... 1 32 150 People Involved individuals ... 1 46 10 Events Memories ... TOTAL 72 81 2X11 Annual Fun Times!! Thank you for your order. SENIORS tu Great Things Come in Small Packages ... This phrase could have been the motto for OHS during the 1982-83 school year. Athletic teams were small in numbers but SPORTS were high in spirit. With enrollment dropping, classes were smaller than usual, but the 23 graduating SENIORS gave a lot to OHS. With a smaller school, it sometimes seemed hard to get enough students interested in the activities, but EVENTS were thriving and OHS students were a busy, dedicated group. But as always, it's PEOPLE that take small things and make them into great things. We have assembled this small package — so you, the PEOPLE of OHS can reflect on 1982-83 with fond memories. We hope that inside these 72 pages you find many great sports, great seniors, great i events, and great people. Because ... Great Things Come in Small Packages. The 1982-83 Written Pub. Class EVENTS 2 SENIORS 1983 Debrajo Anderson; Basketball 1; Wrestling Student Manager 2; Choral Council 4; F.H.A. 1; Class Play 3; Wrestling Cheerleader 3; Mat Maid 4; Spirit Club 2,3,4; Color Guard 3; Girls Glee 2,3.4; Mixed Chorus 2,3,4. Kathryn Rose Breeden; Basketball 1; Track 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Queen 4; Class President 2; Prom Server 1; Honor Society 4; Class Play 3; O Club 1,2,3,4; O Club Vice-President 4; Graduation Usher 3; J.V. Cheerleader 2; Drama Club 4; Spirit Club 1,2,3; Spirit Club Treasurer 3; Mascot 3; Annual Staff 3,4; Bulldog Beat Staff 3,4; Color Guard 2,3,4; Girls Glee 1,2,3,4; Triple Trio 2,3,4; Mock Trial 4. David C. Burritt; Football 1,2,3,4; Wrestling 1,2,3,4; All Conference Football 4; Band Council 4; Class Play (Stage Crew) 3; ''O Club 2,3,4; Drama Club 4; Jazz Band 2,3,4; Honor Band 4; Band 1,2,3,4. Joe L. Davis; Football 1,2,4; O Club 4; Prom Server 1; Annual Staff 3,4; Bulldog Beat Staff 3.4; Mixed Chorus 4. Rebekah Jean Dunn; Basketball 1,2; Volleyball 1; F.H.A. 1,2,3; F.C.A. 3,4; Class Play 3; J.V. Cheerleader 2; Drama Club 1,2,3,4; Spirit Club 1,2,3; Honor Band 4; Band 1,2,3,4; Swing Choir 2,3; Girls Glee 1,2,3; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3; District Music Contest (Solo) 1,2,3,4. Curtis M. Ericson; Basketball 1; Football 1,2,3,4; All-Conference Football 4; Boys State Alternate 3; Class President 4; Class Secretary 3; Honor Society 4; Honor Society Secretary 4; F.C.A. 3.4; Class Play 3; O'' Club 2,3,4; Head Prom Server 1; Graduation Usher 3; Band 1,2,3,4; Student Council 4. Debra Jo Anderson Kathryn Rose Breeden David C. Burritt Joe L. Davis Rebekah Jean Dunn Curtis M. Ericson 6 Thayn R. Fitch Jill Rae Gabel Shari Renee Gossett Holly Jo Jacobsen Thayn R. Fitch; Football 4; Track 3,4; Graduation Head Usher 3; Annual Staff 3,4; Mixed Chorus 4; Student Council 3,4; (Treasurer 3,4); O-Club 3,4. Jill Rae Gabel; Volleyball 1,2,4; Homecoming Attendant 4; Class President 3; Class Play 3; O-Club 4; Prom Server 1; Graduation Usher 3; Spirit Club 2,3; Annual Staff 4; Bulldog Beat Staff 4; Drill Team 3; Girls Glee 2,3; Mixed Chorus 2,3. Shari Renee Gossett; Track 1; Track Manager 2; Volleyball Manager 2; Prom Server (Alternate) 1; Annual Staff 3,4; Bulldog Beat Staff 3,4. Holly Jo Jacobsen; Girls State 3; F.H.A. 1,2, (President 2); Class Play 3; Spirit Club 2,3; Bulldog Beat Staff 3; Annual Staff 3; Color Guard 3,4; Girls Glee 1,2,3; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3; Student Council 3,4, (President 4, Secretary 3); Mock Trial 4. Samantha Faye Jinright; J.V. Cheerleader 2; Mat Maid 4; Drama Club 3,4; Spirit Club 1,2,4; Swing Choir 4; Girls Glee 1,2,3,4; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3,4; Student Council 2,4; Student Council Secretary 4; Triple Trio 3. Kent Anthony Johansen; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; All Conference Football Honorable Mention 4; Homecoming King 4; Class Play 3; O-Club 2,3,4; Prom Server 1; Graduation Usher 3; Drama Club 4; Class Secretary 2; Annual Staff 4; Bulldog Beat Staff 4. 7 Samantha Faye Jinright Kent Anthony Johansen David Edward Klein; Football 1,2; Wrestling 1; Class Play (Stage Crew) 3; Prom Server 1. Bernard Marcus Kresha; Wrestling 1; Class Play (Stage Crew) 3. L. Trent Larson; Basketball 1; Football 1,2,3,4; Track 3,4; All-Conference Football 3; All-State Football Honorable Mention 3,4; All Conference Football Honorable Mention 4; Homecoming Attendant 4; Class Treasurer 2; Class Play 3; O Club 2,3,4; Prom Server 1; Graduation Usher (Alternate) 3; Drama Club 4; Annual Staff 3,4; Bulldog Beat Staff 3,4; Student Council 1; Danforth Award 3- Debra Annette LeSuer; Track 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,4; (Student Manager 2); Class Secretary 3; F.H.A. 1,2,3; (President 2); (Historian 3); F.C.A. 1,2,3,4; O Club 2,3,4; Mat Maid 4; Drama Club 2,3,4; Spirit Club 1.4; Bulldog Beat Staff 3; Honor Band 4; Band 1,2,3,4; Drill Team 4; Girls Glee 1,2,3; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3. Sandy J. Longenecker Jody Lee Peterson; Basketball 1; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Harvest of Harmony 4; Class President 2; Class Vice-President 3; Class Secretary 1; Band Council 1,2,3,4; Band Council Representative 1,3; Band Council President 4; Class Play 3; O Club 3,4; Head Prom Server 1; Head Graduation Usher 3; J.V. Cheerleader 2; Spirit Club 1,2,3;Jazz Band 2,3,4; Honor Band 2,3,4; Band 1,2.3.4; Brass Choir 4; Girls Glee 1,2,3,4; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3,4; Triple Trio 1,2,3,4. David Edward Klein Bernard Marcus Kresha L. Trent Larson Debra Annette LeSuer Sandy J. Longenecker Jody Lee Peterson 8 Shelly Kay Swantek Deborah Deann Theis LaDonna P. Reisdorff; Wrestling Manager 2,3,4; Girls State Alternate 3; Class President 4; Honor Society 3,4; (President 4); Class Play (Stage Crew) 3; O Club 3,4; Prom Server 1; Mat Maid 4; Spirit Club 1,2,3,4; (Secretary 2,3,4); Honor Band 2; Drill Team 2,3,4; Drill Team Co-Captain 3; Drill Team Captain 4; Girls Glee 1,2,3; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3. Darin Laurence Sterup; Basketball 3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Wrestling 1; All Conference Football (Offense Defense) 4; Homecoming Attendant 4; Boys State 3; Class Secretary 1,4; Class Play 3; O Club 2,3,4; 0 Club President 4; Prom Server 1; Graduation Usher 3; Drama Club 1,2,3,4; Color Guard 4; Student Council 3; Mock Trial 4. Shelly Kay Swantek; Class Secretary 4; Honor Society 2,3,4; (Vice-President 4); Class Play 3; Prom Server 1; Annual Staff 3,4; Bulldog Beat Staff 3,4; Girls Glee 1,2,3,4; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3,4. Deborah Deann Theis; Basketball 1.2.3.4; Track 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Attendant 4; Band Council 4; Honor Society 2.3.4; F.H.A. 1,2; F.C.A. 1,2,3,4; F.C.A. Girls Representative 4; Class Play 3; O Club 1,2,3,4; (Secretary 4); Graduation Usher 3; Football Cheerleader 3,4; Basketball Cheerleader 3,4; Drama Club 1,2,3,4; Spirit Club 1,2,3,4; (Vice-President 3); Jazz Band 1,2,3,4; Honor Band 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2,3,4; Majorette 4; Swing Choir 1,2,3; Girls Glee 1,2,3; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3; District Music Contest Solo 2; District Music Contest Duet 3; Student Council 1; (Secretary I), Danforth Award 3; Board of Trustees Alternate Scholarship 4; Mock Trial 4; Saxophone Quartet 2,3; State Drama Participant 1,2,3. 9 SPORTS 1983 Great Things come in Small Packages 11 Spirit The 1982 Football season was very different than some years past at OHS. The beginning ot a new philosophy towards teamwork by Coach Ramsbottom pushed the excitement level to new heights, and with the help of an always encouraging Pep Club that worked hard, the Bulldogs in '82 played together. A very young, inexperienced team suited up 30 athletes for the tough uphill battle in '82; compared to numbers in the high 40's in previous years. This proved to be the start of a tough season, but one in which the 'Dogs probably played together as a Team more successfully than in previous years past. Finally, nearing the end of the season the Bulldogs put it all together for a super team effort over Fullerton. Inexperienced, small and young, the players stood tough the entire season and truly felt the efforts of a coaching staff that never gave up on them, as players, or men. Bulldog team members receiving All-Conference and Honorable Mention status this season were: Trent Larson — QB, Kent Johansen — HB, Darin Sterup — TE, DE, Curt Erickson — OG. David Bur-ritt — DT, and Rusty Dunn — LB. Trent Larson and Rusty Dunn also were awarded Honorable Mention spots on the AP All-State Football team for 1982. High in ’82 Above, Trent Larson positions his receivers for the pass. Above right. Head Coach Ramsbottom looks on with concern. Right, Kent Johansen receives the ball to set up a touchdown. 12 Polk County Equipment. Inc. Left. 1982 Football — left to right. Top Row: Coach Jensen. David Burnt. Joe Davis. Thayn Fitch. Curt F.ricson, Darin Sterup, Kent Johansen. Trent Larson. Row 2: Coach Schiefelbein. Todd Wheeler. Bob Nitch. Sean Gabel. Ron Schoop, Chad Conkling.Joe Gabriel. Head Coach Ramsbottom. Row V David Andelt, Toby Watts. Chris Jensen. Rusty Dunn. Kyle Johansen. Pat Reisdorff, Stacy Meister. Row 4: Doug Hanson. Rob Johansen. Kraig Kuhnel. Scott Wiese-man. Allen Sculley. Gary Wright. Student Managers — Troy Lindsiey. Corev Wieseman. 13 Sheri Wright concentrates during warm ups. Small Victories Despite the facts of the 1982-1983 Volleyball season, the girls had a good time. Proof of this was apparent if you ever happened to pass by their locker room before a game. The Varsity team would gather together and chant, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya!! This was the Lady Bulldog's way of psyching up themselves and psyching out their opponent. It was also a lot of fun. Cindy Christensen, Jr.; replied, We got pretty bizarre . . . Deb LeSuer used to put us under hypnosis. It was really a joke, but while we were under”, we concentrated on how we would serve, set, spike and bump perfectly. It helped calm our nerves. The Junior Varsity though, didn't do anything special to prepare for a game, but none the less, they tried to calm each other down before the games. Jean Sigler, Jr.; says, We give each other pats on the back and try to build confidence. It's a lot of Be calm, we can do it!” The Freshmen mostly rely on one person to get them psyched up for a game. Deb Langer, Fr.; said, We re usually too nervous to get psyched up for a game. But Christy Ericson usually gets pretty weird before the games. This makes us laugh and we really loosen up. All in all, the team helped each other out a lot to prepare for the games. This was important to help give them a positive attitude and make the team feel better about itself. Despite the losing season, they had fun and didn't look at it as a waste of time. Varsity members. Row 1 (I to r), Mrs. Peterson, Julie Schmidt, Deb Theis, Jill Gabel. Kathy Breeden, Mrs. Ramsbottom. Tandra Leimser. Sarah Schott. Row 2, Linnea Jones, Deb LeSuer, Penny Watts. Cindy Christensen. Row 3, Jami Schott, Jody Peterson, Paula Johnson. Shannon Wheeler. 14 Minnegasco Above left — JV Members. Row 1 (1 to r) Mrs. Peterson. Deb Burritt. Bev Bryan. Jean Sigler, Jody Dunn. Mrs. Ramsbot-tom. Row 2, LeAnn LeSuer. Angie 1. anger. Becky Theis, LuAnn Larson. Coreen Ericson. Row 3. Jami Schott. Sheri Wright. Renee Bartek. and Shannon Wheeler. Above right — Freshman Members. Row 1. Christy Ericson. Row 2. Mrs. Peterson. Joan Sigler. LeAnn Se-Suer. LuAnn Larson. Mrs. Ramsbottom. Row 3, Jami Schott. Kelly Klepper, Deb Langer. Renee Bartek. Susan Cerveny. and Shannon Wheeler. Left — Sarah Schott covers in case of a block, while Kathy Breeden sets up for Deb LeSuer's spike. Left. Senior Volleyball Members. Jill Gabel. Kathy Breeden. Deb Theis. Deb LeSeur. and Jody Peterson. Kepner Roberts is Below, at right: The only Senior member, David Burritt, gets words of encouragement from Asst. Coach. Mitch Coffin. Below, at left: The Mat Maids cheer as Bryan Cliffords is announced the winner. Wrestling: Fitch Attends State Wrestling, like all other sports, was small in numbers. The Bulldogs had 2 open weight classes the entire year, which had an effect on team scoring at meets. Many wrestlers placed consistently at tournaments, with nine members placing at the Conference meet, and Rusty Dunn, Bryan Cliffords, and Thad Fitch placing at Districts. Thad placed high enough to attend the State Wrestling Tournament in Lincoln. Unfortunately, Thad did not make it past his first match. The team had two graduating Seniors, Dave Burritt and Student Manager, LaDonna Reisdorff. Wrestlers voted for their teammates on the following awards: Most Valuable — Thad Fitch, Most Improved — Thad Fitch, All Hustle — Rusty Dunn and Team Co-Captains — Dave Burritt and Rusty Dunn. Managers for the Bulldog Team were Beverly Bryan and LaDonna Reisdorff. Coaching the Bulldog wrestlers were Jon Habben and Mitch Coffin. 16 Simplot Soilbuilders Far left, Todd Wheeler has control over his opponent. Left. Jeff Bryan pins former Osceola student Mark Eurich. 17 IK Gary's Plumbing and Heating ! ¥ ! K Left. Deb Burritt jumps high to tip the ball to teammates Lori Reisdorff and Pam Gustafson. Below, back row — Coach Schiefelbein. Cindy Christenson. Vicki Jones. Ann Kucera, Becky Theis. Deb Theis. Sarah Schott. Pam Gustafson, Deb Burritt. Marialice Schott, and Coach Ramsbottom. Front row — Manager Jami Schott. Joan Sigler. Lori Reisdorff. Renee Bartak. LeAnn LeSeur. and Manager Lisa Reisdorff. Far left, the basketball girls honor their parents for the support that was given throughout the season. F ar left. Coach Schiefelbein takes a time-out to discuss a new game plan. Left, Pam Gustafson. Vicki Jones. Ann Kucera. and Marialice Schott line up for the inbounds play. 19 Unity Stressed in Boys’ B-Ball Left, Senior basketball members, Darin Sterupand Kent Johansen. Right, Andy Monson goes up for the jump ball in a game against East Butler. The 1982-198J boys basketball season got underway with their first game against East Butler. Although the Bulldogs won their first game, they just couldn't seem to get back on the track for the rest of the season. Darin Sterup and Kent Johansen, the lone seniors, contributed much to the play along with many underclassmen. Although the team worked hard, their inexperience showed. With no lettermen returning from the year before, the players had a stiff challenge ahead of them. The season record shows how many games were won and lost, but it does not measure things such as the will to win and hard work. This year's team did continue to work hard even though the record itself was discouraging. In that sense, the season was successful. Every athlete that continued to have the will to win, had a successful season. There were a lot of underclassmen that gained valuable experience and that experience will be helpful when the season rolls around again next year. 20 Osceola Veterinary Hospital Left.Junior Varsity team members, (standing. 1 to r): Coach Ramsbottom, Allen Sculley, Bob Nitch. Chad Conkling. Sean Gabel. Matt Peterson. Robby Johansen. Doug Hanson and Coach Carlson. (Kneeling. I to r); Philip Reimcrs. David Andelt. Toby Watts. Pat Reisdorff, Stacy Mcister, and Scott Weisman. Below. Varsity team members warm up before a game. Left. Darin Stcrup skillfully guards his opponent. Far left. Varsity team members, (standing. I to rf. Darrell Andelt, Robby Johansen. Joe Gabriel. Bob Nitch, Sean Gabel. Andy Monson, Darin Sterup. Dave Hanson. Matt Peterson, and Kent Johansen. (Kneeling I to r): Coach Carlson. Student Manager Rich Klepper. Dion Buhl. Pat Reisdorff. Student Manager Tony Urban, and Coach Ramsbottom. 21 Clockwise, starting below: Becky Theis heads the pack in the 3200 meter relay. Deb LeSuer uncorks the discus. Track seniors — Kathy Breeden. Deb Theis, and Deb LeSuer. The 1983 girls' track team was very small, but they made up for their size with determination. The team worked well together and for the most part, everyone got along super. The girls’ team was coached by Mr. Jensen and Mr. Vant. With a lot of support given from the track mom’’ — Mrs. Jensen. The team was very strong this year in the hurdles. Deb Theis and Vicki Jones added a lot of points to the team scores in this event. Vicki also made it to the State Meet. The high points of the season will always be remembered. Deb LeSuer. after 3 years of waiting for a medal, placed 5th at the District Meet in the Discus, with a throw of 96 11”. Debbie Burritt ran a very impressive 1600 meters. And the 400 relay ended the season with their best time, only one second away from the school record. Mr. Jensen and Mr. Vant are both looking toward the future with promise. The team was very young, and only 3 Seniors are leaving. 22 Nahrstedts At left, 1983 Girls Track Team: (Sitting. 1 to r : Head Coach. Mr. Jensen. Jean Sigler. Ann Kucera. Becky Theis. Deb Burritt.Paula Johnson. Ruth Schmoker. Lrnnea Jones. and Student Manager. Christy Ericson. (Standing. I to r): Penny Watts. Vicki Jones. LuAnn Larson, Lori Reisdorff. Joan Sigler. LcAnn LeSuer, Deb Theis. Deb LeSuer. Kathy Breeden, and Assistant Coach. Mr. Vant. Above. Kathy Breeden hands off to Ann Kucera in the 400 relay. At left. LuAnn Larson runs the 200 at the Centennial Invite. 23 Boys Track: Conf. Runner-up Above right, Jeff Bryan takes a walk during a track meet. Below right, Osceola Boys Track Team. (Bottom Row, L to R): David Andelt, Pete Cole, Chris Jensen, Rusty Dunn, Trent Larson, Dion Buhl, Kraig Kuhnel, Stacy Meister, Toby Watts and Tom Albers. (2nd Row, L to R): Bev Bryan (Student Manager), Scott Wieseman, Gary Wright, Darrell Andelt, Rob Johansen, Joe Gabriel, Todd Wheeler, Keith Dovenbarger, Allen Schully, Philip Reimers and Lynn Johnston (Student Manager). (3rd Row, L to R . Assistant Coach Schiefelbein, Dave Hanson, Thayn Fitch, Jeff Bryan, Chad Conkling, Sean Gable, Ron Schoop, Andy Monson, Bob Nitch, and Head Coach Ramsbottom. Osceola Good Samaritan Center The 1983 Boys Track team proved to be the most successful sports program of the year. The team ended up with a 6-1 record in Duals and Triangulars, and finished second in Conference. They lost 9 Seniors from 1982 who scored many points, but countered this loss with strong performances by the underclassmen. The team did not get many first place finishes, but instead the team loaded up points by placing many people in the second, third and fourth positions. The successful track program was rewarded for their accomplishments in the recent years by receiving new track uniforms. These new uniforms made out of a silky-nylon fabric proved to be very cool this season because Mother Nature would not often cooperate on meet days. Many meets were held in snowy or rainy conditions or temperatures below 50°F until the final week of the season. The only record-breaking performance this season was by the 400 meter relay team of Chris Jensen, Joe Gabriel, Dion Buhl, and Trent Larson with a time of 47.3, shattering the old record of 48.6. The team was honored to have Darrell Andelt go to State. Darrell, for the second consecutive year, broke the school record for the 1600m at the state meet. His time of 4:35.62 put him in the top rankings of the boys in class C. Clockwise from far left: Darell Andelt jams to the Walkman while on the track bus. Trent Larson sprints to the finish. Senior Track members — Thayn Fitch and Trent Larson. The track team relaxes while waiting for their events. Bush’s Drug Store 25 Clockwise starting at left: Junior High Wrestling; Junior High Chorus; Junior High Band; Honor Society; Jazz Band; Junior High Boys Basketball; and Junior High Track. 29 $1 PEOPLE 1983 Freshmen Start Above. Renee Bartek and LuAnn Larson pose in the outfits the senior girls dressed them in for Spirit Club Freshman Initiation. Right. LeAnn I.cSuer throws the ball in-bounds during a basketball game against Lakeview. Tom Albers David Andelt Renee Bartak Dan Cerny Kim Cerveny Susan Cerveny V4 Carlson and Son s Locker Their High School The Freshman class of 1983 started their high school careers with twenty-seven members looking forward to a year filled with many new activities and memorable moments. The year began with the boys vigorously concentrating on football skills, while the girl's were working just as hard on volleyball. Another highlight was the girls' Freshman Initiation. This was a new activity started by the senior girls. Years Left, Kelly Klepper. Susan Cerveny, Renee Bartek. and Christy Encson are caught in the hallways during Initiation. Above. Freshman Class Officers: Renee Bartek, Vice President. LuAnn Larson, President; Scott Wieseman, Treasurer; and Christy Ericson. Secretary. Bob Nistch were the only Freshmen to make the varsity basketball team. Bob Nistch said, It s fun playing with my friends on varsity, and I learned a lot this year by playing on varsity. It would be even more fun if we were winning a few games. Sean Gabel said, It s been good experience and it s been fun. The rest of the Freshmen boys were working hard on J.V. to try to have a successful season. The girl’s had to do such embarrassing activities as; singing the school song, and dressing like babies. They received their Spirit Club sweaters at the end of the week. Christy Ericson commented that I thought the initiation was fun. Debbie Langer said, It was really great and should be kept up in years to come. Once again trying a new activity the Freshmen bounced into Basketball. Sean Gabel and Linda Dovenbarger Christy Ericson Scan Gabel Doug Hanson Kelly Klepper Lois Kresha Legion Lanes Below, Chad Conkling shows superb concentration during a Boys Basketball game against East Butler. Right, Thad Fitch anticipates his opponent s next move. Below Right. Sophomore Class Officers: Coreen Eric son. Treasurer; RoniJohansen. Secretary;Jody Dunn, Vice President; Rusty Dunn, President. Sophomores rhall The Sophomore's are now halfway through high school. Having two years left, they are looking forward to many activities, including athletics. Chad Conkling said, Sports will be great when I get to be an upperclassman. Rusty Dunn had a different outlook on sports. He said, I can't wait to get out on the football field and redeem ourselves for last year. Coreen Ericson looks for fun in music contests. All the Sophomores are looking forward to that one seemingly impossible dream; that light at the end of the tunnel — Graduation! The Sophomores are a very eager bunch, which helped in 1983; in sports, music, band and of course, the Sophomore Pancake Feed. The Sophomores are also eagerly awaiting their class rings from Jostens, something every Sophomore anticipates. Deb Burritt Bryan Cliffords Pete Cole Chad Conkling Jody Dunn Rusty Dunn Jolene Kresha Ann Kucera Angie Langcr Matt Peterson Pat Reisdorff 36 Tonniges Chevrolet Look Ahead Corccn Ericson Thad Fitch Rob Johansen Roni Johansen Paula Johnson Colleen Kresha 37 Osceola Implement Company Juniors Participate The Juniors participated in many activities this year. As an example, twenty people went out for fall sports. Juniors also made up the varsity cheerleaders squad with the exception of one. They also had four participants in dramatics and a one-act play. There were nineteen Junior band members this year. In winter sports, sixteen people made up the basketball and wrestling teams. To finance their Junior-Senior Prom, the Junior class sold cookies at noon and had cake raffles during basketball games. They also spent many long hours working in the concession stand selling popcorn and candy to enthusiastic fans. Above. Lynn Johnston imitates Mr. Andelt in a pep rally. Above right, Sarah Schott gets ready for the serve as teammates Julie Schmidt. Tandra L.eimscr, and Linnea Jones look on. Right, Junior Class Officers, Vicki Jones, President, David Hansen, Vice President; Sandee Thelen, Secretary. Ron Schoop, Treasurer. Darrel Andelt Greg Boruch Bev Bryan Dion Buhl Cindy Christensen Keith Dovcnbarger Chris Jensen Kyle Johansen Lynn Johnston Linnea Jones Vicki Jones Phyllis Kaczor 8 Builder s Supply in Many Activities Jen Lou Gabel Joe Gabriel Pam Gustafson David Hanson Jennifer Hiemer Steve Hennings Tandra Leimser Christy Miller Andy Monson Julie Schmidt Ruth Ann Schmoker Ron Schoop Dr. Festal Penny Watts Todd Wheeler Joe Wozny Sheri Wright Left. Vicki Jones. Phyllis Kaczor, and Cindy Christensen look enthused about their class meeting. Below. Todd Wheeler is receiving a kiss from his mom during a pep rally. NEBRASKA Junior High Jumps Clockwise starting at right, the eighth grade finds a new seating arrangement in Mrs. Ramsbottom's class. Seventh grade class officers: (I to r) John Kropatsch. President; Pam Grosch. Secretary Treasurer; Danny Schott. Vice-President. Kari Cerny goes up for a jump ball, as teammates prepare to get the ball. Jerry Miller, dressed as a Punk' participates in Spirit Week. Eighth Grade class officers: (1 to r) Corey Wieseman. Secretary. Treasurer; Jami Schott. President; Troy Lindsley. Vice-President. During Spirit Week Bridey Atkins. Pam Grosch. and Kari Cerny formed the rock group The Punkettes. The Jr. High had a busy year. Some students participated in music and others participated in sports. But some were ambitious and did both. The students in music participated in concerts, and a musical called Teen , which took place on April 15. The athletes in the Jr. High participated in basketball, wrestling, and track. The girls record in basketball was 3-1. The boys won their first game against Stromsburg, the eighth grade boys won in over-time. Rich Anderson. 8 Bridey Atkins. 7 John- Atkins. 8 Lance Beckncr. 7 Kari Cerny, 7 Scott Cole. 8 Eric Dake, 8 Cindy Hays. 7 Connie Hennings. 8 Toby Johansen. 8 Kevin Johnson. 8 Rich Klepper. 7 John Kropatsch. 7 Sheila Kropatsch. 8 Julie Reimers. 7 Lisa Reisdorff, 8 Teresa Robinson. 8 Doug Schmidt. 8 Tim Schoop. 7 Danny Schott. 7 Jamie Schott. 8 42 Coop Oil Into Action r 'a Robbie Davidson. 8 David Dotson. 8 Brenda Fisher. 7 Lisa Flatt. 8 Julie Gabriel. 8 Pam Grosch, 7 Matt Gustafson. 8 Mike Langer, 7 Troy Lindsley, 8 Nicole Mentink. 8 Cindy Merkel. 8 Jerry Miller. 7 Tisha Monson, 7 Steve Ratcliff. 8 John Schott. 7 Mike Sliva. 8 Ramona Terpstra, 7 Steve Thelen. 8 Tony Urban, 7 Shannon Wheeler. 8 Corey Wiesman. 8 The Kirby Center 43 Faculty A Busy Right. Jack Vant speaks his mind at a pep rally. Far right. Suzanne Peterson and Mimi Ramsbottom prepare for a volleyball time-out. There were some new faces in the 1982-83 faculty. The new teachers were Mr. Bertolini, Miss Tolstedt, Mrs. Ramsbottom and Mr. Schfeilbein. They have all put a lot of hard work into sports and music. As for the other teachers they are still doing their usual good job. Mr. Andelt's job being picking on every student who passes by him in the hall along with Mr. Jensen and Mr. Heine. Also Mr. Theis and Mr. Habben who still make it their point to be rough on the Seniors. All in all, the teachers at OHS are all doing their jobs by educating students in preparation for their future. Don Andelt Doug Bertolini Mike Davis Jenni Erhart John Habben Charles Hays Dean Heine Willard Jensen Jean Peterson Suzanne Peterson Tom Ramsbottom Mimi Ramsbottom 44 Johansen's Jack and Jill First National Bank and Insurance Co. Above left. Administration. Richard Heck. Principal; Ken Sipes, Superintendent; Louise Wheeler — Secretary; Curt Carlson. Guidance Counselor. Above. Tom Ramsbottom referees a Junior High basketball game. Left.Jenni Erhart and Mimi Ramsbottom dressup for Spirit Week as twins. Below. Jon Habben gives directions and encouragement along with Coach Mitch Coffin. EVENTS 1983 Pep Rallies Add Fun to Long School Days Below. Jody Dunn. Cindy Christensen, and Penny Watts, watch as Ann Kucera imitates pretty boy. Thayn Fitch. Right. Joe Davis receives a pie in the face by Jody Peterson. Below left, unlikely candidates for cheerleader tryouts — Curt Ericson. Thayn Fitch, Kent Johansen. Darin Sterupand Trent Larson show their spirit. Below right. Becky Theis.Jody Dunn and Angie Langer are getting ready for a pep rally. 48 First National Bank and Insurance Company Clockwise, (starting below). Matmaids cheer for Wrestlers. Dave Hansen. Darin Sterup. Chad Conkling. Kent Johansen. Andy Monson. and Dion Buhl, are reindeers at a Christmas pep rally; Mr. Ramsbottom (Deb Theis), teaches class as Mr. Andelt (Lynn Johnston) wanders in; Trent Larson sleeps while Penny Watts, Kent Johansen and Darin Sterup are interested. On certain Fridays throughout the year, Pep Rallies were held the last 20 minutes of the school day. As students walked into the gym the band was playing the school song. The cheerleaders would then lead the students with a cheer and a skit to show them school spirit. Skits many times poked fun at the teachers, coaches, or even the girls themselves. At Christmas time some of the basketball players were made up to be reindeers. Six OHS guys got pies thrown in their faces. The teachers also got to show their spirit by doing a very funny echoing skit. First National Bank Insurance Co. 49 Below, King candidates Trent Larson, Darin Sterup, and Kent Johansen, and Crown Bearer Brent Winslow enjoy their ride during the Homecoming Parade. Right. Mrs. Peterson, the Grandmother of Homecoming is honored during the Parade. Below Left, Queen Candidates Debbie Theis, Jill Gabel, and Kathy Breeden, along with Flower Girl Becky Kresha enjoy the nice weather during the Parade. Below Right. Jody Peterson. Harvest of Harmony Candidate, waves to passersby during the Homecoming Parade. Homecoming, 1982 A Parade in downtown Osceola signaled the start of the 1982 Homecoming festivities. School was let out early and students finished putting the last minute touches on their floats before the parade began. The theme for the floats this year was Movies. The band followed the candidates and Drill Team performed to Wild Cat and We've Got The Beat. The Bulldogs entered the game with high hopes of winning the game, but they were soon stampeded by the Utica-Centennial Broncos, 31 to 6. During half-time, float winners were announced and then the 1982 Homecoming King and Queen and their attendants were announced. Left, Kent Johansen looks to Kathy Breeden as Philip Davis presents her with her crown. Right,Jody Peterson and Mrs. Erhart present Mrs. Peterson with an award for starting Homecoming over -10 years ago. Below, Members of the Royal Court were announced at half time and are: (L to R): First Attendants. Trent Larson and Jill Gabel; Crown Bearer. Philip Davis; Flower Girl, Becky Kresha; Queen Kathy Breeden; King Kent Johansen; and Second Attendants, Debbie Theis and Darin Sterup. 51 Osceola Drilling Below, Couples enjoy dancing the night away at the Homecoming Dance. Right, Jill Gabel and Trent Larson walk in as they are announced as First Attendants. Below Left, Members of the royal court include; Row 1; (I. to R): First Attendants: Jill Gabel and Trent Larson; Second Attendants. Debbie Theis and Darin Sterup; Row 2: (L to R): Flower Girl, Becky Kresha; Queen, Kathy Breeden; King Kent Johansen; and Crown Bearer, Philip Davis. Below Left: Couples enjoy dancing to the music of D and J Enterprises. 52 ''Only Time Will Tell” The 1982 Homecoming dance got underway with the coronation of the King and Queen. Last year's King and Queen, Dan Kucera and Paige Gustafson, were present to hand over their titles to the new King and Queen, Kent Johansen and Kathy Breeden. After the coronation ceremonies, the royal couples enjoyed a dance to Only Time Will Tell, the theme of the Homecoming dance. Couples enjoyed dancing to the music of D and J Enterprises the rest of the evening. All agreed it was a special night to remember. Left. King Kent Johansen crowns Kathy Breeden as she is announced as Queen. Below, Couples enjoy dancing to the theme of the Homecoming Dance Only Time Will Tell. Far Below. The royal court enjoy a dance after the coronation ceremonies. First National Bank and Insurance Co. Clockwise from right: Deb Theis — majorette of the band. As the band marches the audience looks on. Deb leads the band in the street marching competition. Jody Peterson has been chosen as Harvest of Harmony candidate by the band. Jody rides through the parade route. Jfl® Oxm Band Attends Harvest The Band, under the direction of Doug Bertolini, attended Harvest of Harmony, on October 2, 1982, at Grand Island. The Marching Bulldogs competed in the street marching competition which consisted of a 2Vi mile march through downtown Grand Island. Later that afternoon, they competed in the field competition, performing a routine to the songs: Trumpet Voluntary, We Got The Beat, Through the Years, and Battle Hymn of the Republic. Clockwise from below: Band competes in the street marching competition. The Drill Team marches through the long parade. The Band marches through their routine for the judges. The Band competes in the field competition. Osceola Dry Cleaners Spirit Week was October 10 through the 15. On Monday many painted faces could be seen roaming the halls. The second day there were a lot of Mr. Andelts, Mrs. Peterson's and Mr. Hays. But this can work two ways! Mr. Ramsbottom and Mr. Schiefel-bein were Deb Theis and Jill Gabel, mini skirts and all. The third day brought out all the punk rockers. Many weird color combinations, like purple and green were mixed together. Many people also slicked their hair back; some even dyed their hair purple! Twin day was the fourth day. Kent Johansen and Darin Sterup won the twin contest. They had all the men looking twice. Sandee Thelen and Penny Watts were Aunt Jemima twins. The final day, was hat, shades and color day. Students were adorned in everything from cowboy hats to hats that lit up. All types of sunglasses were worn to cut down on the glare from all the bright orange that so many people wore. Although many students and teachers took part in Spirit Week it just wasn't enough to win against Stromsburg. Below, Curt Ericson hates preppies! Fat below. Freshmen boy s punk out Below right, Kent Johansen and Darin Sterup — what a sexy pair! Monday — Clown Day Tuesday — Teacher Student Day Wednesday — Punk Rock Day Twin Day Friday — Hat, Shades, Color Day Below. Mr. Schiefclbein and Mr. Ramsboctom portray Olga and Helga famous female shot putters. Far below. Punk rockers pose for a picture. This year Drama Club added a new dimension, a One-Act Play. The team consisted of Trent Larson, Darin Sterup, Dave Burritt, Kathy Breeden, Becky Dunn, Jody Peterson, Deb LeSeur, Deb Theis, Holly Jacobson, Christy Miller,Jean Sigler, and Sarah Schott. They performed the play Buffalo Head Nickels at competitions. The team went through ups and downs in their competitions. At the conference meet the team finished last, and in a week's time they improved to finish third at districts, only one place from going to state. The team was led by Brigadier General Jenni Patton Erhart. People who participated in Speech contests were Deb Theis and Deb LeSeur who gave informative speeches. Joan Sigler gave an original public address. LeAnn LeSeur gave an oral interpretation of prose. Sam Jinright, Kathy Breeden, Becky Dunn, Darin Sterup, and Kent Johansen gave an oral interpretation of drama. Deb Theis faired exceptionally well this year by earning a trip to the state contest. Mr. Yak Vant, the sponsor of speech, said, That other people also scored very well, and he hopes that many more will be willing to participate in Drama in the years to come. Clockwise starting below. Holly Jacobson and Deb LeSuer entered in a duet acting entitled. Makeup. Judge (Trent Larson) shows off his legs for the photographer and sound effects man. Dave Burritt. Joan Sigler, entered an Original Public Address. LeAnn LeSuer. entry in Oral Interpretation of Prose. The judge (Trent Larson) pronounces sentence on Henry (Darin Sterup) while the machines look on. Drama Club adds One-Act Play Clockwise starting at left. Deb Theis gives an informative speech on the Coreolis Effect. Henry (Darin Sterup) is surrounded by Old (Holly Jacobson), Young (Deb Theis). Middle-Aged (Kathy Breeden), and Girl (Sarah Schott). Cast members relax during rehearsal. The entire cast of Buffalo Head N ickels. Mother(Jody Peterson) gives Henry (Darin Sterup) a big hello kiss. Hofbauer Electric V) Written Pub: On Schedule Clockwise from right: Trent Larson looks over the class. Sheri Wright and Trent Larson work together on an annual layout. The Written Publications Class. Clockwise from bottom right: Kent Johansen, Joe Davis, Sheri Wright, Trent Larson, Shari Gossett. Kathryn Breeden, Jill Gabel and Julie Schmidt. Thayn Fitch teaches Julie Schmidt the workings of the camera. Clockwise from below: Jill Gabel, Kathryn Breeden, Sarah Schott and Shelly Swantck put together an issue of the bulldog beat. Jill Gabel carries on small talk before class begins. Joe Davis and Kent Johansen prepare an article for the paper. Written Publication Skills (Written Pub) is a class designed for students who want to write for the school newspaper, the bulldog beat, or work on producing the annual. The eleven students enrolled in the class this year worked hard to produce an entertaining and informative newspaper, and a memorable yearbook. The staff traveled to Midland Lutheran College to a workshop sponsored by Herff Jones Publishing Co., the company that publishes the yearbook. Besides cropping pictures, writing articles, drawing layouts, and designing headlines, the staff also wrote and performed a short skit at an assembly for annual sales. But the highlight of the year was the fact that the eleven staff members, and sponsor Mrs. Erhart met all deadlines, which resulted in the book arriving on time. Osceola Record 61 Room and Bored” A Success Clockwise, starting at right: Zeena Decver (Jeri Lou) dresses punk and talks Val.” Mr. Collins (Todd) speaks to Bird Lady — Mrs. Audobon (Phyllis). Silas McNabb (Kyle) keeps the gang under control. Three sobbing ladies —Jean (Penny), Sylvia (Sarah), and Claudia (Lynn). 62 Farmer's Coop Grain Counterclockwise, starting below: Claudia (Lynn) ignores the Grease Monkey” Tony (Chris). Claudia (Lynn) is concerned because Craven (Dave H.) has been hit in the eye. I'm trying to be one of the sleeping boys! Jean (Penny) listens while Mrs. Aiken (Marialice) complains of her sacroiliac. The Junior Class Play, Room and Bored , was scheduled to be performed on March 25th, but due to an unexpected snow blizzard, it was postponed to Monday, the 29th. Even without a rehearsal over the weekend, the play was a success. Everyone worked hard painting doors, assembling props, (including water skis and binoculars), choosing costumes, (shorts in March?), and learning lines. Besides the hard work, everyone had fun. The play was directed byjenni Erhart. Assistant director was Pam Gustafson. I)r. Davis r PROM 1983: Ice Clockwise at right: Ron Schoop decorates for prom; Couples enjoy dancing with visions of castles in their minds; Couples enjoy music by Cast of Players ; and Senior girls pose for their last prom. Standing (L to R), Jill Gabel, Holly Jacobsen. Kathy Breeden. Jody Peterson, LaDonna Reisdorff. Debby Anderson. Shelly Swantek. and Shari Gossett. Sitting (I. to R). Debbie LeSucr and Samantha Jinright. to Dunn s Custom Baling Castles” The Junior-Senior Prom was held Saturday, April 9, at 6: JO. Despite the rain, everyone was looking forward to a special evening with the theme Ice Castles. The gym was decorated in royal blue and light blue streamers with the ceiling streamers having stars on them that were supposed to glow in the dark. A castle was set in the middle of the gym floor with murals on both sides of the gym. Couples lined up inside for the Grand March this year because of the rain and cold weather. The banquet started off with Vicki Jones, Junior Class President, giving the Welcome. The entertainment was provided by the Freshmen Prom Servers dressed like ice skaters. They performed a skit and sang Up Where We Belong. Johnnie's catered the meal which consisted of ham, scalloped potatoes, corn, and rolls. For dessert there was ice cream and mint cookies. After everyone ate, La Donna Reisdorff read the Senior class wills, followed by Dave Hanson reading the Senior prophecies. Miss Tolstedt gave the Words of Wisdom and also sang the theme of the prom, Looking Through the Eyes of Love (theme from Ice Castles ). Curt Ericson thanked the Juniors for the prom and the banquet ended. The dance started at 9:00 with music provided by A Cast of Players. Pictures were also taken at the start of the dance. Everyone enjoyed the dance and the banquet and will look on the 1983 Junior-Senior Prom with fond memories. Left: Theme of the Prom ... Ice Castles. Below Left: Prom Servers — Christy Ericson, Dave Andelt. Kraig Kuhnel, Renee Bartek. Doug Hanson (head), Lori Reisdorff (head), I-uAnn Larson. Sean Gabel, Deb Langer. Toby Watts. Below: Dancers enjoy a slow song. Athletes Are Honored Clockwise, starting at right: Thayn Fitch. Kent Johansen. Darin Sterup and Trent Larson stand outside before the Banquet Thayn Fitch returns to his chair after speaking. Trent Larson sums up the football season. Guest speaker. Mike Denney, with his wife. 66 Daly Interiors Clockwise, starting below: David Burritt speaks on wrestling. Representing Boys Basketball is Kent Johansen. All Sports Queen and King, Deb Theis and Darin Sterup. Holly Jacobson presents the 1982-8} Sports Queen and King. Deb Theis and Darin Sterup. Athletic Banquet was held April 30, in the Old Gym. Darrel Andelt delivered the Invocation, and food was catered by Wun-derlichs. Todd Wheeler was Master of Ceremonies for the program. Holly Jacobsen, President of Student Council, announced the 1983 All Sports King and Queen, Darin Sterup and Deb Theis. After the crowning, student speakers from each sport summed up their season. Student speakers were Trent Larson, Jody Peterson, Dion Buhl, Kent Johansen, Deb Theis, Dave Burritt, Thayn Fitch, and Deb LeSuer. LaDonna Reisdorff spoke on behalf of Spirit Club, and speaker for the evening was Mr. Mike Denney, head wrestling coach at UNO. Mr. Denney spoke on setting goals and priorities, which was very motivational for OHS students. Ye Ole Mill Restaurant 67 Clockwise, starting below: Kathy Breeden and Shelly Swantek prepare to march up for the ceremony. Head Ushers, Cindy Christensen and Jeff Bryan, lead in the graduates. Kent Johansen gets a congratulatory handshake from Mr. Sipes. The Class of 1983 waits in the hall to line up outside. GRADUATION 1983 68 County Feeder s Supply Inc. Clockwise starting below: Shari Gossett walks off stage with her diploma. Senior chorus members sing Life Keeps Movin' for graduation. David Klein receives his diploma from Mr. Heck. Sandy Longenecker nervously walks in. On May 15, twenty-two seniors graduated, Roni Johansen played Pomp and Circumstance , as the seniors marched in, wearing their gowns in the class colors, pink and gray. The class flower was a red rose, in which the boys wore as a boutonniere, the girls, however, carried a long stemmed rose. Reverend Paul Reimers delivered the invocation to start off the graduation ceremony. Shelly Swantek. salutatorian, then spoke about past memories at O.H.S. A new tradition was started this year. The entire senior class sang Life Keeps Movin. Following the song. Deb Theis, valedictorian, spoke about different roads to take in the future. Kathy Breeden, Samantha Jinright and Jody Peterson sang Time Passes Slowly. Reverend Douglas Ferguson then delivered the address, in which he stated one remark about leaving your mark where you you go. Mr. Heck had brief words of wisdom and then presented the class to Duane Jones, president of the Board of Education. Mr. Jones granted the class their diplomas. Reverend Paul Reimers then delivered the Benediction to end the ceremony. Roni Johansen played Sound of Silence as the seniors marched out leaving behind them 13 years of hard work and fun memories. Osceola Body Shop (ft �