Osceola High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Osceola, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1988 volume:

The Bulldog Osceola High School 565 S. Kimmel Osceola, NE 68651 V 100 Years Of Distinction First High School Graduating Class from Osceola, 1888: Professor M. R. Snodgrass: Orland P. Heald, Jay P. Morrill, Henry H. Campbell, 0. Edward Mickey, Armine J. Cashner, and Myrtle I. Wheeler. The first Osceola School Building was built at a cost of $6,000 where the present city library is located. This structure was built back in the summer of 1882. Though, the first class to graduate from Osceola High School wasn’t until 1888. An election held in September, 1911, voted for the issuing of bonds and the construction of a new school house. The vote was carried and a corner stone was laid June 12, 1912, and the school building was dedicated January 3, 1913, at a cost of $50,000. It was built right beside the current downtown auditorium. This building was torn down in 1975 after the construction of the present school building. Midland Products 100 Years Of Change The present school was first used in 1975. Dana Larson Associates of Omaha. Ne, took 20 acres of land and turned it into a beautiful 54,000 sq. ft. school building. The total cost of the building and grounds was $1,432,00. Prior to the building of this sports complex, the football games were played at the fairgrounds. County Feeder’s Supply Bulldog Athletes Excel The 1969 Bulldog football team, coached by Charlie Gordon, soared through an unbeaten season. Other unbeaten football teams: 1968, 1970. 1956 110 High Hurdle State Champion, Jan Grossniklaus, crosses the finish line during the 1956 State Track Meet. Other Boys Track State Champions: Cal Coffin, 440 yd. dash, 1970 and 1971; Rob Johansen, triple jump. 1986; 880 yd. relay team, 1956. Coach Danny Schiefelbein brought the first State Basketball Championship to Osceola in 1987. Other state qualifying girls basketball teams: 1924, 1985, 1986. BASKETBALL STATE Lewis Service Throughout The Years The 1967 boys basketball team, led by Coach Don Bartek, roared into the State Tournament with an impressive 22-1 record. Other state qualifying boys basketball teams: 1921, 1969, 1986, 1988. The two-mile relay team-Nancy Lemp, Bernie Nitsch, Kris Monson, Joyce Gabel-captured the gold at the 1978 state track meet. Other Girls State Track Champions: Jami Schott, 300 low hurdles, 1986. Coach Schiefelbein and the Lady Bulldogs ended their 1987 volleyball season with a district title and a trip to Lincoln. Other state qualifying volleyball teams: 1988. Rusty Dunn worked his way into the state finals during the 1984 State Wrestling Tournament. Other State Wrestling Tournament finalists: Rob Davidson, 1987. Hofbauer Electric Some work, some play and some find it hard to stay awake. The 1971-72 Freshman class and the 1987-88 Computer math class are fine examples of just that. 7 Band Travels For Competitions The 1987-88 Band traveled to Grand Island (Harvest of Harmony), Lincoln (Pershing Audtor-ium), and Malcolm (Malcolm Marching contest) to perform their marching routines. The Band received two 2 ratings, one at Harvest and the other at Pershing; and one 1 rating at Malcolm. The Band also performed several concerts for the public, and competed in the District Music Contest in Columbus. This year’s Band Officers: Don Graff, President; Pam Grosch, Vice President; Donnie Dotson, Secretary; Cindy Hays, Treasurer. Next year a new face will be introduced to the OHS Music Dept., because Mr. John Jacobs is leaving in August for Army basic training in Alabama. After basics Mr. Jacobs will be traveling to Norfolk, Virginia, to start his “Tour of Duty.” All OHS students wish Mr. Jacobs the best of luck. Above right: The 1987-88 Bulldog Marching Band performs to the song “Espiritu Del Alamo” at Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln. Right: The 1987-88 Bulldog Marching Band performs their routine to the song “Land of a Thousand Dances” at Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln. The 1987-88 Flag Team: Bridey Atkins, Kari Cerny, Julie Schott, Pam Grosch, Julie Reimers, and Carolyn Kropatsch. Osceola Record 1987-88 Band members: Row one; Julie Reimers, Carolyn Kropatsch, Pam Grosch, Cindy Hays, Bridey Atkins, Kari Cerny, and Julie Schott. Row two; Layne Gissler, Dale Hanson, Becky Viergutz, Kari Bugbee, Don Graff, Matt Mentink, Chris Carlson, Jenny Dake. Jenny Tindall, and Ian Kucera. Row three; Mr. John Jacobs, Chad Flodman, Evie Wright, Amy Kropatsch, Daniel Ienn, Jennifer Wieseman, Jennifer Schmidt, Missy Girard, Tamara Dowling, Polly Watts, and Andrea Graff. Row four; Sarah Kucera, Todd Davidson, Chris Hays, Greg Kelly, Becky Fisher, Don Dotson, Gary Kelly, Andy Roberts, Donald Sterup, and Danny Theis. The 1987-88 High School Chorus: Michelle Gillett, I eena Nikula, Marching Band Drum Major-Jerry Miller, Mr. John Jacobs, John Schott, Bridey Atkins, and Deb- ette Cindy Hays, bie Runquist. 1987 Harvest of Harmony Queen Candidate Bridey Atkins. Osceola Insurance 9 Jr. High Excels Evan Finney looks for a book in the library for English class. The 7th grade received 3rd place on their Homecoming float. Jr. High Band: Back row; Mr. Jacobs, Lori Grosch, Chris Bro-zovsky, Gwen Bugbee, Diane Hanson, Mindy Beckner, Mark Pro-soski, Alen Carlson, Corey Watts, and Kyle Habben. Middle Row: Melissa Brouilette, Angie Kent, Tanya Johnson, Andrea Wyman, Sarah Ienn, Greg Grosch, Loren Coffin, Jeremy Kent, and Mark Reimers. Front row: Evan Pinney, Shon Thelen, Shawn Hussman, Bill Kropatsch, Mindy Krumbach, Justus Anderson, Krista Kuh-nel, Kari Flodman, and Michelle Wright. Jr. High Boys Basketball: Row one; Evan Pinney, Shon Thelen, Tony Belt, Jeremy Kent, and Wes Cerveny. Row two; Mark Pro-soski, Alan Carlson, Scott Thelen. Loren Coffin, and Jason Klein. Row three; Kyle Habben, Chad Belt, Mark Reimers, and Ricky Treadway. Row four; Greg Grosch, Corey Watts, Bill Kropatsch, Shawn Hussman, and Doug Cerny. Jr. High Girls Basketball: Row one; Michelle Wright, Sarah Ienn, Angie Kent, Melissa Brouilette, Chris Brozovsky, Lori Grosch, Krista Kuhnel, and Gwen Bugbee.' Row Two; Coach Dan Schiefelbein, Mindy Krumbach, Mindy Beckner, Diane Hanson, Tanya Johnson, Andrea Wyman, Kari Flodman, Justus Anderson, and Cheri Lindb-lade. (Chris Brozovsky pins ears on Jeremy Kent as the seventh grade speech 'class prepares to perform for the kindergarten. Lori Grosch, Tony Belt, Andrea Wyman, and Collen Colling make : Wacky cake in Home Ec. Members of the 8th grade class are busy working in math class. Jr. High Chorus. Row one; C. Lindblade, T. Johnson, D. Hansen, M. Beckner, J. Klein, W. Cerveny, M. Prososki, A. Carlson, and D. Cerny. Row Two; M. Brouilette, C. Colling, E. Pinney, J. Kent, T. Belt, S. Thelen, L. Coffin, M. Reimers, R. Treadway, and K. Flodman. Row three; L. Grosch, A. Wyman, C. Brozovsky, J. Anderson, K. Kuhnel, M. Wright, S. Ienn, A. Kent, and G. Bugbee. Row four; G. Grosch, C. Watts, S. Hussman, S. Thelen, B. Kropatsch, M. Krumbach, K. Hab-ben, C. Belt, K. Inks, and Director John Jacobs. Jr. High Wrestling. Row one; Alan Carlson, Jason Klein, Shon T1 len, Kyle Habben, Tony Belt, and Jeremy Kent. Row Two; Sha Hussman, Scott Thelen, Greg Grosch, Chad Belt, Corey Watts, Lor Coffin, and Coach Holmes. Jr. High Track. Row one; A. Kent, M. Wright, S. Ienn, M. Brouillette, C. Colling, G. Bugbee, M. Beckner, and K. Kuhnel. Row two; A. Wyman, A. Carlson, M. Prososki, L. Coffin, K. Habben, J. Kent, T. Belt, and S. Thelen. Row three; L. Grosch, K. Flodman, C. Brozovsky, G. Grosch, S. Hussman, R. Treadway, J. Klein, and E. Pinney. Row four; Coach Moerer, J. Anderson, S. Thelen, M. Reimers, C. Belt, B. Kropatsch, W. Cerveny, and Coach Schiefelbein. 11 Student Council. Row One; Amy Carlson, Karl Cerny, Mindy Krum-bach, and Stephanie Graff. Row Two; Chris Watts, Mark Gustafson, Rich Klepper, and Don Graff. Row Three; Adam Kent, Diane Hanson, Todd Davidson, Dan Theis, Sarah Meister, Bridey Atkins, Justice Anderson, and Lori Grosch. Back Row; Mr. Theis, Gene Treadway, Dale Hanson and Corey Watts. Student Council secretary, Karl Cerny, reads the minutes from the last meeting. Mindy Krumbach and Justice Anderson work in the concession stand to raise money for Student Council activities. Student Council members Corey Watts, Dale Hanson, Ian Kucera, and Dan Theis help decorate the tables for the Athletic Banquet. National Honor Society. Row One; Mr. Habben, Julie Reimers, Cindy Hays, Kari Cerny, Tony Urban, and Kevin Andelt. Row Two; Sheila Cole, Tamara Dowling, Michelle Gillett, Kari Bugbee, Chad Krumbach, Carolyn Kropatsch, and Shelli Bartak. The Happy Face Place 12 O’ Club. Row One; B. Atkins, J. Miller, P. Grosch, T. Urban, K. Cerny, J. Schott, L. Beckner, J. Kropatsch, R. Klepper, C. Hays and J. Kelly. Row Two; C. Watts, A. Ienn, S. Cole, I. Kucera, C. Kropatsch, P. Watts, K. Carlson, J. Nevers and A. Gabel. Row Three; E. Lindsley, D. Burritt, D. Sterup, D. Dotson, M. Gellett, M. Gustafson, E. Wright and S. Wieseman. Row Four; D. Theis, D. Jensen, A. Roberts, J. Anderson, M. Cliffords, T. Davidson, M. Mentink, G. Treadway and C. Krumbach. Back Row; D. Ienn, C. Carlson, J. Dake, N. Urban, S. Meister, S. Kucera and A. Graff. 13 . Miss Waldmann, Mrs. Peterson, and Miss Moerer visit (and eat breakfast) before school starts. Mrs. Berggren Deb Berggren Years taught at OHS: 4 Teaches: Spanish 1 and II. Other Duties: Spanish Club Sponsor. Mr. Andelt Don Andelt Years taught at OHS: 24 Teaches: Chemistry, Physics, Computer Math, Algebra II, Trigonometry, and Geometry. Other Duties: Freshman class Sponsor. Mr. Davis Mike Davis Years taught at OHS: 7 Teaches: Special Kducation Resource Teacher, Junior High Reading. Other Duties: Eighth grade Sponsor, Learning Center Manager, and Adult Kducation Coordinator. Mrs. Erhart Jenni Erhart Years taught at OHS: 8 Teaches: English, Speech. Other Duties: Seventh grade Sponsor, Yearbook advisor, and Drama Sponsor. 14 Johnson’s Service Co ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■I Dean Heine Years taught at OHS: 21 Teaches: Typing 8th-12th., General Business, and Accounting I. Other duties: Sophomore Class Sponsor Mr. Heine Mr. Heine, Mrs. Ramsbottom, and Mr. Schiefelbein relax in the office while the faculty room is being used for a meeting. Mr. Holmes Fred Holmes Years taught at OHS: 2 Teaches: Amer. History, Government, World Studies. Other duties: Jr. Class Sponsor, Jr. High Wrestling, Assit. FB, Track, Closeup Sponsor. Mr. Jacobs John Jacobs Years taught at OHS: 2 Teaches: Jr.-Sr. High Bands, and Jr.-Sr. High Choruses. Other duties: Pep Band, Freshmen Class Sponsor, and Madrigal Director. Mr. Hays Charles Hays Years taught at OHS: 19 Teaches: General Shop, Adv. Woods I, II, Drafting, and Metals. Other duties: Sophomore Class Sponsor Don’s Welding And Repair 15 Mr. Jensen teaches math to some attentive eighth graders. 9 Mrs. Peterson Suzanne Peterson Years Taught at OHS: 9 Teaches: Home Economics Other Duties: Seventh Grade Sponsor. Mr. Jensen Willard Jensen Years Taught at OHS: 23 Teaches: Jr. High Math and Science. Other Duties: Eighth Grade Sponsor and Head Girls Track Coach. Mrs. Ramsbottom Mimi Ramsbottom Years Taught at OHS: 6 Teaches: K-6th Grade Phys. Ed. Program, and Ninth grade Phys. Ed. and Health. Other Duties: FCA Huddle Leader. Heritage Federal Savings Bank Miss Waldmann Cec Waldmann Years Taught at OHS: 13 Teaches: Art K-12 Other Duties: Central 8 Art Show, 9th grade Class and cheerleading spon. Mr. Theis ,arry Theis tears Taught at OHS: 26 Teaches: English 12, Computei Literacy, Elementary Library Skills. Other Duties: Sponsor: Senior class, and Student Council. Tapes Athletic Events, Sub. Bus Driver. Mr. Hays discusses Kevin’s progress in Drafting with Mrs. Wieseman during Par-ent Teacher Conferences. Mr. Schiefelbein Danny Jo Schiefelbein Years Taught at OHS: 6 Teaches: 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies, 9th Grade Civics and Geography, 7-9 Grade P.E. Other Duties: Head Coach Girls VB and BB, 0-Club Sponsor, Jr. High Girls BB, and Jr. High Boys and Girl Track. The Grapevine 17 Mr. Graff, counselor, also teaches Skills for the Adolescence to his seventh grade class. Mrs. Wheeler Louise Wheeler has been OHS school secretary for ten years. Her job consists of being School Board Secretary, in addition to her daily duties, which include: Keeping records of all activity accounts, paying all school bills, and punching and selling lunch tickets. Mrs. Wheeler finds it quite an education watching all of his students go through the OHS school system. Mr. Habben For OHS principal, Jon Habben, a lot of surprises were eliminated during this, his second year. As principal, Mr. Habben is responsible for the instructional supervision, curriculum, structure, and organization of the school. In addition to being principal, Mr. Habben is the athletic director, and has been head wrestling coach for 15 years. Mr. Graff Mr. Graff, Osceola High School counselor, has been teaching at OHS for the past 4 years. Mr. Graffs classes include: psychology, sociology, and Skills for the Adolescence. Much of Mr. Graffs time is spent on extra curricular activities such as head football coach, assistant boys basketball coach. Jr. high boys basketball coach, and junior class sponsor. Mr. Sipes Mr. Sipes, a thirty-three-year veteran here at OHS, is the OHS superintendent. He is responsible for the general operation of the school. Along with making reports to the Nebraska Department of Education. Mr. Sipes reports to the North Central Association to make sure the school meets their accredidation standards. In addition he is also responsible for the school calendar, the nomination of all personnel into the school system, and he is the agent for the school board in business matters. 18 Osceola Splash ’n Dash Mr. Habben discusses Mr. Jacob’s recent evaluation. (Actually the two were goofing around for the photographer.) Cooks Cooks: Pat Reisdorff, Peg Belt, Mary Ann Schott, and Linda Bur-ritt. Bus Drivers Bus Drivers: Will Stephans, Bill Johansen, Blaine Tonniges, and Bob Grosniklaus. Not pictured: Tom Peterson. Custodian John Cerny has been employed by Osceola Public Schools for 31 years. John is the head custodian; he is responsible for ordering all supplies, for up keep of all maintenance and for taking care of concessions for ball games. Custodian Bill Zedicher has been employed by Osceola Public Schools for 15 months as a custodian. His duties include cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, and general maintenance for both the elementary and high schools. Polk County Clinic 19 Juniors Jump Into Action Tim Althouse Kevin Andelt Andrea Anderson Shelli Bartak Klshinta Budhi Kari Bugbee Kenny Carlson Sheila Cole Donnie Dotson Karen Dotson Todd Dovenbarger Chad Flodman Adam Gabel Michelle Gillet SCEOLAMGHSt CAL CLINIC HFEI C8VBTURNYATWAC01 FB AT BURG OCT lei BAND AT PERSHING 31 p Stephanie Graff Mark Gustafson Andrew Ienn Kim Knapp Carolyn Kropatsch lan Kucera Judson Nevers Leena Nikula Robert Pederson Jim Robinson Julia Schott Darla Scott Becky Viergutz Chris Watts Polly Watts Shawn Wieseman Evie Wright Stephen’s Deli a,s,d,fj,k,l,;-Mark Gustafson and Adam Gal exhibit their typing dexterities for Mr. Hei Junior class officers: Donnie Dotson, Treasurer; Chris Watts, President; Kevin Andelt, Secretary; and Ian Kucera, Vice President. 20 Sophomores On The Move Jeremy Anderson Colin Atkins Travis Boden Doug Burritt Chris Carlson Michelle Cliffords Todd Davidson Jennifer Dake Tamara Dowling Doug Jensen Gary Kelly C.reg Kelly Amy Kropatsch Chad Krumbach Sarah Kucera Eric Lindsley Sarah Meister Matt Mentink Andy Roberts Debbie Runquist Donald Sterup Gene Treadway Nicole Urban Kevin Wieseman Sarah Meister trys to stay warm while watching the Bulldogs play a chilly football game. Sophomore class officers: Top row-Donald Sterup, Treasurer, and Todd Davidson, President. Bottom row-Chad Krumbach, Vice President; and Amy Kropatsch, Secretary. Colin Atkins and Gene Treadway attempt to make minor changes on their float during the Homecoming parade. Bush’s Drug Store 21 Freshmen Become Involved Steven Anderson Tyler Boden Shana Burg Amy Jo Carlson Tari Dowling Rebecca Fisher Julie Gillett Melissa Girard Layne Gissler Andrea Graff Dale Hanson Chris Hays Daniel Ienn Court Johnson Jay Mentink Christine Nutz Diane Nutz Jennifer Schmidt Dan Theis Jennifer Tindall Jennifer Wieseman Daniel Ienn, Jay Mentink, Tyler Boden, Dale Hanson, and Layne Gissler were forced to dress up as cheerleaders for initiation into the football ranks. Diane Nutz leads the crowd in cheers that will help inspire the football players to a victory. Polk Co. Equipment, Inc. Freshmen class officers: Dale Hanson, President; Jennifer Schmidt, Secretary; Jennifer Wieseman, Vice President; and Jay Mentink, Treasurer. Doug Cerny Greg Grosch Kyle Habben Diane Hanson Shawn Husmann Sarah Ienn Tanya Johnson Angie Kent Bill Kropatsch Mindy Krumbach Doug Cerny and Ricky Treadway examine the castle on the float while other members of the 8th grade class watch Kyle Habben at work. Tonniges Chevrolet 23 New Faces In New Places Justus Anderson Tony Belt Melissa Brouillette Chris Brozovsky Owen Bugbee Alan Carlson Wes Cerveny Lorren Coffin Colleen Colling Kari Flodman Lori Grosch Kayla Inks Jeremy Kent Jason Klein Krista Kuhnel Cheri Lindblade Evan Finney Mark Prososki Scott Thelen Shon Thelen Andrea Wyman Melissa Brouillette, Justus Anderson, Evan Pinney, Wes Cerveny, and Shon Thelen rehearse “The Owl and the Woodpecker,” which they performed for the kindergarten. Lorren Coffin concentrates diligently on his music while playing his tuba. 24 Kuhnel Construction 25 Janel Kelly, Jerry Miller, and Ronnie Carlson work dilligently on their cut-outs in Home Ec. Lance Beckner and Don Graff demonstrate their ability to take their own picture while holding the camera. 28 Seniors Prepare For Their Final Exit Brenda Fisher cuts out letters in preparation to teach preschool. i Tim Schoop works on his visual aid speech during 7th period. Pam Grosch looks over the One Act Play script before the auditions. 29 Bridey Lynn Atkins Brenda R. Fisher Lance F. Beckner Cynthia Kay Hays Karen Lynn Cerny Pamela S. Grosch Ronnie C. Carlson Donald W. Graff Janel Christine Kelly John Joseph Schott Tony A. Urban Tim W. Schoop Scott A. Kopke Jerry W. Miller Richard Lee Klepper In Memory Of Our Classmate Mike A. Langer John A. Kropatsch Julie Beth Reimers In Memory Of Mike school year waterfights. One year it was even raining, but Mike was determined to have the annual watertight anyway. Moreover, Mike’s friends will remember him as an easy-going, carefree person. He took everything in stride, whether it was good or bad. Mike was a member of the Senior class, and his death leaves a small class even smaller. Mike touched the lives of many, and will be missed by everyone. “Best buddies,” Tony Urban and Mike Langer take a time out from playing baseball. The 1988 Annual Staff would like to dedicate this page to the memory of Mike A. Langer. Mike was born August 22, 1970, and died Sunday, July 26, 1987, as a result of a boating accident. Mike started kindergarten in Osceola and went to school here until the time of his death. While Mike was in school he participated in football, cross country, and wrestling. He was a prom server. O-club member, and he had worked on the Annual Staff his Junior year. Mike was an outdoorsman, who liked hunting, trapping, and fishing. Additionally, Mike enjoyed playing baseball and spending time with his friends. Many of Mike’s friends remember him as a very outgoing person. Kevin Wie-seman remembers the many times he and Mike would make spur of the moment plans that would often involve Mike’s 63 Comet. John Schott recalls that Mike’s house was the place for the end of the Jerry Miller, Don Graff, and Mike Langer relax at a track meet. Above right: Mike and his eighth grade classmates in January 1984. 32 The Osceola Midget’s baseball team, of which Mike was a member, poses before their victory over Polk for the league championship. BRIDEY LYNN ATKINS: Volleyball I, 2. .'I; Wrestling St. Mgr. 2; Girls Basketball I; Track 1. 2. 3. 4; Band 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 1.2. 3, 4: Swing Choir I; Honor Band 4; Drill Team 1.2,3. 4; District Music Contest 1, 2, 3. 4: 0-Club 1, 2. •I. 4: Student Council 1,2. 4; Harvest Of Harmony Candidate 4: Class Play 4; Speech Participant 2. 3, 4; State Qualifier 4; One-Act Play Participant 1. 3, 4; Prom Server I; Graduation Usher 3; All-State Choir 3. KAREN LYNN CKRNY: Volleyball I. 2. 3. 4; State Par j Girls Basket ball 1. 2. 3, 4: State 3; Track 1. 2. 3, 4; State Partici-L . pant 2; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Honor Band 4; Drill ; team 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1; 0- Club 2, 3, 4; Athletic Banquet Speaker 4; NHS 2, 3, 4; Student Council 2, 4; (Secretary 4); Homecoming Queen 4; Class Play 4; Class Vice President 1; President 4; Girls State Alternate 3; Speech Participant 4; Prom Server 1. RICHARD L. KLEP-PER: Foot- ball 1,2, 3, 4; All Conference Honorable Mention 4; Basketball 1, 2; State Participant 2; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; State Track 2, 4; 0-Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Athletic Banquet Speaker 4; Band 1, 2; United States Achievement Academy 1; (Band); District Music Contest 1; One Act Play Participant 3; Class Play 3, 4; Student Council 4; (Vice President 4); Class Vice President 3; State Government Day 3; Annual Staff 4; Prom Server 1. JOHN JOSEPH SCHOTT: Football 1,2,3.4; All-Conference 1st. Team 4; Boys Basketball 1, 2,3,4; All-Conference 1st. Team 3, 4; All-State Honorable Mention 3; All-State Class C-2 2nd. Team 4; State Participant 2, 4; All-Area 1st. Team 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; State Participant 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Chorus 4; 0-Club 1, 2, 3, 4; (Secretary 4); Athletic Banquet Speaker 4; Student Council 1, 3; Class Play 3, 4; Class Treasurer 2; Secretary 4; Boys State Alternate 3; Annual Staff 3, 4; Prom Server 1; Drama Club 3, 4; Speech Participant 3, 4; Mock Trial 3; State Finalist 3; Osceola Schools Commu-nity Madrigal Dinner 4. JULIE BETH REIMERS: Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; All-Conference Honorable Mention 3; All-Conference 1st. Team 4; All-State Academic 4; State Participant 3, 4; Girls Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; All-Conference Honorable Mention 2, 3; State Participant 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3; Honor Band 4; Girls’ Glee 2, 3; Flag Team 4; District Music Contest 1, 2, 3, 4; 0-Club 1, 2, 3, 4; NHS 1, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Candidate 4; Class Play 4; Prom Attendant 4; Girls State 3; Girls Nation 3; Speech Participant 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Server 1; Danforth “I Dare You” 3; HOBY Ambassador 2; Valedictorian 4. LANCE F. BECKNER: Football I. 2, 3, 4; All Conference 3; All-Conference Honorable Mention 4; All-State Honorable Mention 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4; State Wrestling 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; State Participant 3, 4; Band 1, 2; 0-Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Athletic Banquet Speaker 4; Homecoming Candidate 4; Class Play 3, 4; ('lass Treasurer 3; Annual .Staff 4; Graduation Usher 3; Prom Attendant 4 Through The Years 33 RONNIE C. CARLSON: Cross Country 2; Boys Basketball 1, 3; Track 1; Chorus 1; Annual Staff 3. DONALD VV. GRAFF: Football 1, 2,3, 4; All-Conference Honorable Mention 2, 3, 4; All-Conference 3. 4; All-State Honorable Mention 3. 4: Academic All-State 3, 4; Boys Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4: Academic All-State 4: State Part i ipant 2, 4: Track 1.2. 3, 4; State Participant 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4 i President 3, 4); Stage Band 1, 2; Honor Band 4; 0-Club 1. 2, 3, 4; NHS 2, 3. 4 (Treasurer 4); Student Council 2, 3, 4 (President 3. 4; Treasurer 3); Homecoming Candidate 4; Class Play 4; Class President 3; Closeup Program 3: Annual Staff 3, 4; Speech Participant 2. 3; One-Act Play Participant 2, 3, 4; Prom Server 1; State Driving Contest 2; Mock Trial 3; Prom King 4: Danforth “I Dare You 3; All-Sports King 4: Scholar Athlete 4, TONY A. URBAN: Football 1,2, 3, 4; All-Conference 1st. Team 4; All-Conference Honorable Mention 3. 4; All-State Class C-2 1st. Team 4; All-State Honorable Mention 3; All-State Academic 3, 4; Boys Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State Honorable Mention 4; State Participant 2, 4; All-Conference 2nd Team 3; All-Conference Honorable Mention 4; All-Area Honorable Mention 3, 4; All-State Academic 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; State Participant 4; Band 1,2; 0-Club 1,2,3, 4 (President 4); NHS 2, 3, 4 (President 4); State Driving Contest 2; Student Council 1, 2; Homecoming King 4; Class Play 4; Class President 1, 2; Vice President 4; Boys State 3; Gold Key Scholar 3; Annual Staff 4; Speech Participant 3, 4; One-Act Play Participant 2; Prom Server 1; Graduation Usher 3; Salutatorian 4. •IOHN A. KRO-PATSCH: Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys Basketball 3; O-Club 1, 2. 3, 4; NAYI 3. MIKE A. DANGER: Football 1, 3; Cross Country 2; Wrestling 1: O-Club 1. 2. 3; ('lass Secretary I. 2; Annual Staff 3; Prom Server 1. JERRY W. MILLER: Cross Country 2; Boys Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; All-Conference Honorable Mention 4; State Participant 2, 4; Chorus 4; 0-Club 3, 4; Student Council 3; Class President 3; Treasurer 4; Annual Staff 3; One-Act Play Participant 1, 3. Kropatsch Custom Farming And Haying CYNTHIA KAY HAYS: Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; All-Conference 2, 3, 4; All-State 2, 3, 4; Super State 4; State Participant. 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; All-Conference 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State 1, 2, 3. 4; Super State Honorary Captain 4; State Participant 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2,3,4; State Participant 2,3,4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1; Honor Band 4; Drum Majorette 2, 3, 4; 0-Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Athletic Banquet Speaker 4; Student Council 3 (Secretary 3); Homecoming Candidate 4; Class Play 3, 4; Class Treasurer 1; Vice President 2; Close-Up Program 3; Speech Participant 1, 3; One-Act Play Participant 3; Drill Team 1, All-Sports Queen 4; Scholar Athlete 4. 3 PAMELA S. GROSCH: Volleyball 1.2. 3, 4; State Participant 3, 4: Boys Basketball Statistician 3, 4: Track 1, 2, 3; Band 1. 2, 3. 4: Honor Band 4; Drill Team 1.2, 3, 4: Mascot 2; Class Play 3; Close-Up Program 2; Annual Staff 3. 4; Speech Participant 1.2,3, 4: One-Act Play Participant 3; Prom Server 1: Graduation Usher 3. 34 Seniors On VB Kari Cerny Practice was fun and drills were a little repetitious, but they were done only to improve us. Pam Groach Going into the State Tournament game I felt very nervous, but yet I felt a sense of confidence from our ploying abilities and past game successes.” Cindy Hays Winning Conference was an awesome feeling and gave us the inspiration to go all the way. Julie Keimers One of my individual goals was to serve near a 100'. throughout the season, and involving the underclassman more.” Back Row: Asst. Coach Paula Moerer, Polly Watts, Andrea Graff, Sarah Meister, Evie Wright, Cindy Hays, Pam Grosch, Julie Reimers, Kari Cerny, Bridey Atkins, and Head Coach Dan Schiefelhein. Row Two: Jenny Dake, Sarah Kucera, Amy Kropatsch, Shana Burg, Melissa Girard, Sheila Cole, Christine Nutz, Ita Budhi, Jennifer Wieseman, and Chris Carlson. Front row: St. Mgr. Julie Hays, Deb Runquist, Julie Gillett, Nicki Urban, Michelle Gillett, Carolyn Kropatsch, Julie Schott, St. Mgrs. Mindy Beckner and Krista Kuhnel. Good friends on and off the court, Andrea Graff and Polly Watts were co-captains for As Cindy Hays goes up for another smashing spike, her teammates cover the area the Clarks game. surrounding. Grosch Irrigation Team Tries Again At State Tournament The 1987 Bulldog Volleyball season began with a feeling of optimism, many goals were set individually and for the team. The volleyball team from the beginning knew that one of the most important keys to achieving their goals and winning was teamwork. Some fo the many accomplishments this season began with excellent playing in the first games of the season. The only loss suffered by the lady’s was to Leigh in the Osceola Tournament. It took Leigh all three sets to defeat the Bulldogs. Leigh went on to be a qualifier also for the State Tournament. Another highlight of the 1987 season was meeting and defeating the Shelby Huskies OHS rivals the three times the Bulldogs faced them. Throughout the season the Seniors showed leadership and gave the underclassmen encouragement. They wanted to make their last year the best for everyone. End of the year honors for Varsity were: Most Improved-Andrea Graff; Miss Hustle-Kari Cerny and Polly Watts (tie). Cindy Hays was selected as MVP for the third year in a row. Coach Schlefelbein felt the season was successful. He said it was nice to return to State, even though it would have been nice to go one step further. He also commented that the team had nothing to be ashamed of, since this season’s record is the best in OHS’s history. Julie Reimers squares up to serve the ball over the net. Season Summary Osceola vs. “Genoa 15-10, 15- 4 St. Edward 15- 5, 15- 1 Osceola Tournament-2nd Place 'Nebr. Christian 15- 9, 15-13 Leigh 16-14, 7-15, 10-15 David City 15- 7, 15- 5 •East Butler 15- 7, 15- 7 •Fullerton 15- 3, 6-15, 15- 9 •Nebr. Lutheran 15- 9, 15-12 •Shelby 15- 8, 15- 3 Conference Tournament-1st Place •Fullerton 15- 0, 15- 1 “David City 15- 6, 15- 4 •Shelby ' 15- 4, 15- 4 'Henderson 15- 0, 15- 6 •Stromsburg 15- 3, 15- 3 •Clarks 15- 1, 15- 4 Sub-District Tournament •Friend 15-7,15-3 •Shelby 15- 1, 15- 9 District Tournament •Henderson 15- 3, 15- 7 State Tournament •Wakefield 15- 1, 15- 2 St. Cecilia 10-15, 13-15 Season Record 18-2 Pam Grosch digs the volleyball out to keep it in play. Michelle Gillete and Andrea Graff watch excitedly as Kari Cerny bumps the volleyball up to the setter. Polk Co. Equipment, Inc. 37 Seniors On FB I-anet- Buckner “The m« t fun I had thin year wa run nine tackling drill- with Danny Thei� . Don Draff Hopefully, we seniors set a good exam pie for the younger guys that will carry over in the years to come.” “The 87 season ended with a lot of disappointment. Many team and personal goals were never attained.' John Kropatsch “One thing about football which will always be a painful memory is the first two days of practice (H.W.). John Schott “In the yean income, when I'm watching high school or college games. I’ll know what really goo on down there on the field, because I was there for four years.” Tony Urban It’s better to be lucky than good, summed up the last 4 years. We were better than most teams, but luck was never on our side. The Bulldog defense does a good job of sticking it to a Fullerton ball carrier. 1987-88 Football Team-Front Row: Don Graff, Rich Klepper, Tony Urban, John Schott, John Kropatsch, and Lance Beckner. Second Row: Kenny Carlson, Shawn Wieseman, Donnie Dotson, Adam Gabel, Chris Watts, Andrew Ienn, Mark Gustafson, and Ian Kucera. Third Row: Todd Davidson, Eric Lindsley, Andy Roberts, Donald Sterup, Gary Kelly, Doug Burritt, and Jim Robinson. Fourth Row: Court Johnson, Gene Treadway, Kevin Wieseman, Doug Jensen, Jeremy Anderson, Matt Mentink, Travis Boden, and Chad Krumbach. Fifth Row: Dale Hanson, Layne Gissler, Dan Theis, Jay Mentink, Daniel Ienn, and Tyler Boden. Back Row: Kyle Habben (St. Mgr.), Scott Thelen (St. Mgr.), Asst. Coach Holmes, Head Coach Graff, Asst. Coach Bryan, and Jason Klein (St. Mgr.). Rich Klepper moves to make the best of a good block by John Kropatsch. 38 Kepner Roberts Funeral Home Schedule Halts Bulldog Effort The Bulldogs started the 1987 FB season looking at a legitimate chance of going to the state playoffs, but a tough schedule took its toll as the team ended up with a 4-5 record. Four of the five losses came to teams that ended up in the state playoffs. The 1986 team gained this year’s Bulldogs a preseason rating of 9th. After losing to Geona the team dropped out of the ratings, but returned at number 8 after beating ranked Henderson. This win gave the Dawgs an added punch to finish out the season. Post-season awards received were: All Conference, Don Graff, John Schott, and Tony Urban; Hon.Mention, Lance Beckner, Don Graff, Rich Klepper, Eric Lindsley, and Tony Urban; All State Class C-2, Tony Urban, Hon. Mention, Lance Beckner and Don Graff. Team awards were: Tony Urban, MVP; Don Graff, best off.player; Lance Beckner, best def. player; Kenny Carlson, most improved; Dan Theis, best freshman; Eric Lindsley, best speciality; and Matt Mentink, best lineman. Mark Gustafson attempts to add a point to the Bulldog effort. Season Summaries Osceola vs. David City 6-14 'Hast Butler 48-13 Genoa 13-21 Geona JV 6-14 •Nebraska Lutheran 2- 0 Shelby 12-14 •Shelby JV 14-12 •Henderson 18- 8 Stromsburg 0- 7 Stromsburg JV 6-14 •Fullerton 59- 8 Fullerton JV 16-21 Norfolk Catholic 6-28 • Denotes Win Varsity Season Record 4-5 JV Season Record 1-3 Lance Beckner racks up a couple of more points as he catches a PAT pass. John Schott makes his move towards the goal after catching a pass. Urban Enterprises 39 Senior On WR Lance Beckner The most exciting thing for me this year was reaching the semi-finals in the State Tournament. and pinning my way through the Districts. Jay Mentink tries to ward off his opponent’s takedown. 1987-88 Wrestling Team. Front Row: Jay Mentink, Doug Jensen, Daniel Ienn, Todd Davidson, Gene Treadway, and Chris Watts. Back Row; Julie Schott, Kevin Wieseman, Jim Robinson, Matt Mentink, Lance Beckner, Andrew Ienn, and Evie Wright. Not Pictured: Coaches Habben and Coffin, and Tyler Boden. 4USCE0U Todd Davidson works to keep his opponent under control during State Tourney action. Lance Beckner sets up a takedown in his 5th-6th place match at the State Tournament; he won the match 8 to 3. 40 Osceola Implement Wrestlers Enjoy Twelfth Successful Dual Season Although this year’s wrestling team consisted of only 3 Jrs. and 1 Sr., the young team still managed to finish the season with a 5-5 dual record, making this the 12th of the last 15 seasons with a .500 or better season record. Coach Habben commented that next year he hoped to see more numbers out for the sport and continued success in the program. Highlights during the season included Andrew Ienn being rated at 140 lbs. for the first part of the season and Lance Beckner at 152 lbs. for the duration of the season. Beckner was a three time state qualifier placing fifth as a Sr. Chris Watts, Todd Davidson, and Kevin Wieseman also qualified for the State Tournament. Team awards were voted on and awarded to: Most Valuable and Honorary Team Captain, Lance Beckner; Most-Improved, Todd Davidson; and All-Hustle, Chris Watts. I akeview Tournament 3rd Osceola Tournament 3rd David City dual lost Stromsburg dual lost East Butler dual lost Bertrand Tournament 4th Stromsburg Tournament 7th Seward Reserve dual won Genoa dual won Fullerton dual won Dorchester dual lost C-8 Tournament 4th Clarks dual won Fullerton dual won Palmer dual lost District Tournament 8th State Tournament 14 pts. Above right; Matt Mentink works for near-fall points during dual meet action against Stromsburg. State qualifiers: Todd Davidson, Lance Beckner, Kevin Wieseman, and Chris Watts. Chris Watts stops his opponent’s reversal attempt in the consolation finals at the Osceola Tournament. L K Farms Seniors On BB 1987-88 Girls Basketball Team-Bottom Row: Carolyn Kropatsch (St. Mgr.), Head Coach Schiefelbein, Cindy Hays, Assist. Coach Moerer, and Ita Budhi (St. Mgr.). Row Two: Becky Fisher, Kari Cerny, Polly Watts, Sheila Cole, Julie Reimers, Andrea Graff, Sarah Meister, Jenny Schmidt, Christine Nutz, Chris Carlson, Nicki Urban, Melissa Girard, and Michelle Gillett. Kari Cerny “Even though our season ended with a 3rd loss to E. B.. we were an awesome team and had a heck of a season.” Cindy Hays “I wish we could change the third loss to E.B., so I could have played 4 years in the State Tournament.” Julie Reimers “The championship was a moment to be captured forever. Dreams really do come true.” Nicki Urban looks for an opening while dribbling down court. All eyes are on Cindy Hays as she scores her record-setting 1,927th career point. Builder’s Supply Season Highlights Outweigh Disappointments The most popular question at OHS coming into the 1987-88 Girls Basketball season was: “Can the girls do it again?” Unfortunately, “No” was the correct answer, as the girls lost to East Butler in the sub-district final. That loss marked the third time in the season that the Lady Bulldogs lost to the Lady Tigers. Coach Schie-felbein was quoted as saying: “It is hard to say 15-3 in a year is a disappointment, but it is when you are defending State Champions and you get beat by the same team all three times. Still, 15-3 is very respectable as all the losses came to the No. 1 team in Class C-2.” Despite the three losses, there were many highlights for the Lady Bulldogs this season, the main one coming on February 9, when Cindy Hays surpassed Maurtice Ivy to become the state’s all-time career scoring leader. She was also chosen as the Honorary Captain for the All-State Super Team. Cindy finished her career with 2,077 points, with 726 coming her senior season. (A class C-2 record). At the end of the season, the girls voted for team awards and once again the Most Valuable Player Award went to Cindy Hays. Other awards given were Most Improved Player-Andrea Graff, and Miss Hustle-Nicole Urban. Kari Cerny passes off to a teammate while being pressured by an opponent. Season Summary Osceola vs. St. Edward 84-35 Polk-Hordville 69-27 Nebraska Lutheran 93-46 Stromburg 63-38 Benedict 84-66 Silver Creek 85-30 Shelby 57-37 East Butler -2nd Place David City 69-53 Shelby 65-51 East Butler 54-62 David City 67-59 Genoa 64-59 Clarks 73-49 Fullerton 80-63 Sub-Districts Friend 75-37 • East Butler 54-59 Varsity Record 15-3 Jv Record 5-5 Denotes Win I ; Julie Reimers looks for the ball while posting up down low. The Lady Bulldogs fill the lanes as Andrea Graff leads the fast break. Hays Construction Seniors On BB Don Graff “Playing in the State Tournament was the highlight of my illustrious career. Jerry Miller “Being a Senior on the team, the underclassmen learned how to mess around in practice from me personally. John Schott “My slam dunk against Burg in the District Final, and playing down at State were my highlights of the season.” Tony Urban “Even though we had a disappointing loss the first day, competing at State was an exhilarating experience.” The 1988 Boys Basketball Team-Row One: St. Mgr. Jeremy Kent, Statistician Pam Grosch, St. Mgr. Shon Thelen, and St. Mgr. Jason Klein. Row Two: Andy Roberts, Dale Hansen, Donald Sterup, Chris Hays, Kenny Carlson, Ian Kucera, Court Johnson, Danny Theis, Eric Lindsley, and Chad Krumbach. Row Three: Assistant Coach Graff, Doug Burrit, Kevin Andelt, Don Graff, Jerry Miller, John Schott, Gary Kelly, Mark Gustafson, Jeremy Anderson, Layne Gissler, Tony Urban, and Head Coach Brozovsky. Don Graff launches a shot in the opening round of sub-districts. Left: John Schott “slams one home” in the District Final game “Shooting for two,” in the First round of the Conference Tournament is Jerry Miller. 44 Gary’s Plumbing And Heating A Dream Come True Coach Brozovsky’s dream became reality on March 10, 1988. His dream of going to the State Tournament to play or coach was a dream of his since he was a freshman in high school. To make this dream come true, the team had to play as a team, and that’s what they did. They won the Central 8 Conference regular season title, sub-districts, and the district final to advance to the State Tournament. When reaching the tournament the team ran into a buzz-saw and was defeated by West Point C.C. But their goal of reaching the state tournament was met. and thus the season ended on a positive note. Recieving post season honors were: John Schott: C-2 All-State 2nd Team (Omaha and Lincoln papers), All-Central 8 Conference 1st Team, All-Area 1st Team (Columbus paper), he was also voted Most Valuable Player and Best Offensive Player by his team. Tony Urban: C-2 All-State H.M. (both papers), All-Central 8 Conference H.M., All-Area H.M. (Columbus paper). Jerry Miller: All-Central 8 Conference H.M., All-Area H.M. (Columbus paper). Jerry and Don Graff shared Best Defensive Player team honors, and Eric Lindsley was voted Mr. Hustle by the team. Mark Gustafson tries his aim against arch rival Stromsburg. Left: Tony Urban is about ready to make his move against his defender. Season Summary Osceola vs. St. Edward 56-26 Polk-Hordville 50-52 Waco Nebraska Lutheran 91-57 Stromsburg 64-56 Benedict 71-31 Silver Creek 74-64 Shelby 65-55 Brainard East Butler 61-55 Henderson 52-62 Central 8 Conference Tournament Waco Nebraska Lutheran (OT) 68- 64 Brainard East Butler 62-63 Shelby 65-68 •••• •• • David City 64-53 Genoa 77-64 Clarks 90-50 Fullerton 69-60 C2-3 Sub-District Friend 81-57 Brainard East Butler 77-65 C2-2 District Final Stromsburg 76-59 Class C2 State Tournament 1 West Point Central Catholic Varsity 1 Record 15-5 J.V. Record 6-3 Eric Lindsley applies defensive pressure during the Polk-Hordville game. Left: The starting five receive their commemorative “O's during the pep rally, the night before the State Tournament. Anderson Service 45 Seniors On Track Bridey Atkins “I’m grateful for having such nice weather this year.” Ita Budhi “The highlight of this track season was when I ran the 100 in the first dual meet.” Kari Cerny “The seniors have been in charge of practices, making sure the underclassmen do their workouts and showing leadership.” Cindy Hays “Our team is fairly balanced and we have been winning the majority of our meets.” Janel Kelly “My best memory of my O.H.S. track career was when I placed first in the Geneva Invite last year.” Julie Reimers “I will always remember the agony of dropping the baton and not going to state as a freshman.” Julie Reimers struggles against the wind in the 800 at Conference. 1988 Girls Track Team. Bottom Row; Ita Budhi, Julie Reimers, Bridey Atkins, Janel Kelly, Cindy Hays, Kari Cerny, and Pam Grosch. Row Two; Becky Viergutz, Sheila Cole, Michelle Gillett, Leena Nikula, Kari Bugbee, Evie Wright, Polly Watts, and Sarah Meister (St. Mgr.). Row Three; Assit. Coach Moerer, Chris Carlson, Sarah Kucera, Nicole Urban, Michelle Cliffords, Jenny Dake, and Amy Kropatsch (St. Mgr.). Top Row; Head Coach Jensen, Amy Carlson, Jennie Wieseman, Missy Girard, Christine Nutz, Shana Burg, Diana Nutz, and Andrea Graff. Andrea Graff hands off to Michelle Gillett in the 400 m. relay. Good Samaritan Center Season Summary Osceola Triangular Osceola Invitational Relays Shelby Invitational Knights of Columbus Centennial Invitational Stromsburg Invitational C-8 Conference Track Meet ('-6 District Track Meet 1st 1st 2nd 4th 3rd 1st 2nd 4th Leena Nikula attempts to pass a Nebraska Luthern runner in the 800 meter run. Nicki Urban shows her technique in the shot put. Kari Cerny hurdles to a second place finish in the prelims of the 100 hurdles at the C-8 Conference track meet. Shelly’s Beauty Boutique Hard Work Pays Off The 1988 Girls Track Team competed in 8 regular season track meets. Seven of the 8 track meets were major meets with 8 or more teams competing. The team accumulated 3 first place finishes and 2 second place finishes. Two school records were broken this year. Jennie Wieseman set a new high jump record with a leap of 5’3”, and Cindy Hays set a new record in the shot put with a throw of 38 . Mr. Jensen commented that “Team unity, senior leadership, and underclassman strength were the secrets to the success of the Girls Track Team.” Cindy Hays was chosen as the most valuable athlete. State quali- fiers were Jennie Wieseman in the long jump and high jump, and Cindy Hays also qualified in the shot put. Far left: Julie Reimers tries to strengthen her lead in the 1600 meter run. Below left: Michelle Gillett stretches to win the 100 meter dash. Seniors On Track Lance Beckner “My most memorable moment was when we won both the mile and 400 meter relay at the Conference Meet.” Don Graff “Making it to state my senior year made the four years of rigor mortis worth while.” Rich Klepper “Competing in the long jump at the state meet my sophomore year had to be the most memorable.” Jerry Miller “My most memorable moment was placing third in the high jump at the district meet this year.” John Schott “My most memorable moment was going to the state meet in the high jump, and the 1600 Meter relay my senior year.” Tony Urban “Wiih the ‘Double-Trouble’ brothers in practice there was never a dull moment.” 1988 Boys Track Team. Row one; Shelli Bartak (St. Mgr.), Tony Urban, Lance Beckner, Rich Klepper, John Schott, Jerry Miller, Carolyn Kropatsch, and Stephanie Graff (St. Mgrs.). Row two; Todd Davidson, Ian Kucera, Don Dotson, Andrew Ienn, Ken Carlson, Kevin Andelt, and Chad Krumbach. Row three; Eric Lindsley, Doug Burritt, Travis Boden, Matt Mentink, Andy Roberts, Chris Hays, Chad Flodman, and Colin Atkins. Row four; Gene Treadway, Daniel Ienn, Jay Mentink, Court Johnson, Dan Theis, Layne Gissler, and Doug Jensen Tony Urban threw the discus 116-3 to win • third place A State Qualifier in the High Jump and two relays, John Schott jumps for second place at medal at the conference meet Tony put the shot all the conference way to the state meet with a first place medal at district meet. Osceola Dry Cleaners One Point From 4th District Title Peterson Hardware The Central-8 boys track Conference tournament has existed for four years, and Osceola has won it all four years. The boys won all of their regular season meets this year, except for the Knights of Columbus Meet. The team sent 7 boys to state, which was held at Omaha Burke. As Coach Ramsbottom put it, “I feel the year has gone well, producing many individual and team successes. I think our first place performances definitely speak for themselves.” Eric Lindsley lunges for the finish line in the finals of the 100 yd. dash at the Conf. meet. Senior Jerry Miller goes up and over the high jump bar. Senior Lance Beckner demonstrates the form that won him first place in the triple jump at districts and earned him a trip to the State Meet. A look of determination shows on Senior Don Graffs face as he runs the 300 m. high hurdles. Don was a state qualifier in this event as well as the 1600 m. relay with Eric Lindsley. Lance Beckner, and John Schott. Senior Rich Klepper won many medals in the long jump, triple jump, and in the 400 m. relay-in which he and Don Graff, Eric Lindsley, and Lance Beckner went to the State Meet. Season Summaries Osceola Triangular 1st Osceola Invitational 1st Shelby Invitational 1st Knights of Columbus Meet 4th Centennial Invitational 1st Slromsburg Invitational 1st Central Eight Conference Meet 1st ('-6 District Meet 2nd Cheerleaders Say, “Go Big Orange” The Cheerleaders went through many highs and lows during the 1988 school year. The highlight of the year was placing fourth at the Midway USA Cheerleading Competition in Kearney, qualifying them for the National Cheerleading Championship in Anaheim, California. The squad spent two months trying to raise funds, but ended up $1,000 short. In addition to cheering at an average of 3 games per week, the squad attended summer camp, sold pizzas, created and performed dance routines, and generally helped race spirit for all athletes throughout the year. The 1988 cheerleaders were: Top Row; Shelli Bartak, Jennifer Tindall, Amy Carlson. Bottom Row: Kari Bugbee, Diana Nutz, and Stephanie Graff. The squad performs Truckin’ to a Victory” during the Nebraska Lutheran game. Amy. Jennifer, and Shelli show off their talent during a time-out. so Joe’s Lawn Service Bottom picture: Amy leads a couple of the elementary girls in a cheer during a halftime. Top picture: Cheerleaders perform the stair-step” routine. Seniors take time-out to pose, after constructing their final float. Court Johnson and Tyler Boden display their ingenuity while riding the Freshmen winning float. Coach Stephanie Graff and her team, made up of Juniors Jud Nevers, Ken Carlson, Jim Robinson, and Andrew Ienn, led the Junior float to a second place tie. Mem tiers of the sophomore class rush to get their float done before the noon break. Amy Kropatsch and Nicki Urban discuss the letters for the sophomore float. 52 Karen’s Klip Kastle A Homecoming Tradition The 1987 Homecoming revelery started out the same as any other year. The morning started out with the Jr.-Sr. High students being let out of classes to organize and compose their floats. As the morning went on, the anticipation of the great parade mounted. The students started to finish their floats, and several students feasted by ordering pizza from uptown. After lunch, some students sat around and talked, while others played catch with the football. The parade started at 14:00 hours, under clear and sunny skies. The Legion Color Guard headed off the procession, followed by the kindergarten riding on the fire truck. They were followed by the King Queen candidates, High School Marching Band, and the Harvest of Harmony Queen candidate. An assortment of stimulating floats, as well as the Jr. High Band brought the ’87 revelery to a close. 1RI0LES V)QHT ESC PE Many students find Homecoming a memorable day, and Doug Cerny. taking the ride of his life, is no exception. As the paint begins to dry, Kari Bugbee hurries to get the sophomore float done. Watts Electric 53 1987 Homecoming Queen Kari Cerny and King Tony Urban along with flower girl Jillian Sunday and crown bearer Garrett Roehrs. Tony Urban, Don Graff, and Lance Beckner walk onto the field, waiting for the crowning of the 1987 Homecoming royalties to take place. The crowd waits patiently for the reenactment of the coronation to take place by discussing the evenings events. 54 Ye Ole Mill Homecoming Court ’87-Lance Beckner, Julie Reiners, Cindy Hays, Don Graff, Tony Urban. Garrett Roehrs, Jillian Sunday, and Kari Cerny (seated). Dan Theis, Sarah Meister, Ian Kucera, and Stephanie Graff have a good time listening to the music by D and J Enterprises. “Stand By Me” For the Homecoming ’87 game, the Bulldogs came out ready to play a tough game of football against the Genoa Orioles and ran off the field with a 13 to 0 lead at half. Then came the moment we all had been waiting for-the crowning of the King and Queen. Second Attendants were Julie Reimers and Lance Beckner. First Attendants were Cindy Hays and Don Graff, and the reigning couple for 1987 was Queen Kari Cerny and King Tony Urban. Along with the candidates, the winning floats were also announced. First went to the Freshmen with their float “The Bulldogs Strike Back.” There was a tie for Second and Third between the Seventh Grade and the Juniors with their floats “The Secret of My Success” and “Rappin with the Bulldogs.” Osceola came out ready to go for the Second half of the game, but so did Genoa, and our hopes of a victory were soon deflated as we lost 13 to 21. Following the game the traditional rennactment ceremony took place at the downtown gym. The cheerleaders chose “Stand by Me” as the theme and did an excellent job of decorating the gym. Despite the loss, everyone had a good time and enjoyed themselves dancing to the music provided by D and J Enterprises. Julie Reimers and Lance Beckner come forward after being announced as the second attendants. First attendants Cindy Hays and Don Graff enjoy themselves during the first dance of the evening. Russ’s Jack And Jill 55 Many different shoes and clothing styles were worn by the junior high students. Monday Jam Day Tuesday Backwards Day Wednesday Teacher Student Day Thursday Nerd Day Friday Color Day On Orange Day some Football players shared their jersey’s with spirited fans. Cindy Hays, seen wearing some crazy shorts on Orange Day, is getting ready to cheer on the Bulldogs. se Eikenhorst Agri. Sales Farmers Coop Grain Co. 57 Some members of the head table entertain Ronnie Carlson and John Kropatsch listen themselves before the banquet. intentively to their prophecies. 58 Raymond And Mark Schott Farms 1988 Prom A Success The 1988 Junior-Senior Prom Banquet was held on Saturday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the basement of the United Methodist Church. Prior to this evening, the Junior class spent the previous week decorating the old gym. It was a long week for the students but it paid off and they did a real good job. The walls and tables at the banquet were decorated to support the theme of “These Dreams.” The prom servers, who were nicely clad in matching nightgowns, got the festivities rolling by singing and performing to “Mr. Sandman” and “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes.” Fol- lowing a heartwarming prayer by Junior Class President Ian Ku-cera, the group ate an excellent meal catered by the Ye Old Mill. After supper, Senior Class President Kari Cerny read the Senior Class Wills and Junior Class Secretary Kevin Andelt responded for the Juniors by giving the Junior Prophecies. Next, words of wisdom were supplied by Kathy Habben. She spoke of anecdotes that the students will be able to relate to in the future. At the conclusion of her talk, the group dispersed to ready themselves for the big dance. Mr. Sandman brought Jennifer Schmidt her dream, Court Johnson. Andrea Graff prepares to serve the Juniors and Seniors their meals. Osceola Insurance 59 mr OHS Senior Janel Kelly presents her date Jerome Zelasny to the spectators. 1988 OHS Prom servers. Front row; Dan Theis, Jenni Schmidt, Amy Carlson, and Court Johnson. Back row; Dale Hansen, Andrea Graff, Diane Nutz, Julie Gillett, Jay Mentink, and Daniel Ienn. Sarah Kucera is escorted in to the dance by Andrew lenn. Brenda Fisher and her date, Thomas Ar-none, wait in line to get their picture taken. Hofbauer Electric “These Dreams” Become Reality At 8:45 at the Old Gym, the Juniors and Seniors and their dates walked in to the dance to the theme song “These Dreams.” Knights of the turntable supplied the music for the evening. The colors were metalic blue, silver, and black. Set off to the side was a carriage filled with blue ballons to give it a Cinderella effect. Hanging from the center of the ceiling was a half moon surrounded by stars and balloons. Off to the other side was a blue castle in a dream land setting. Once inside the gym, Promgoers waited in line for pictures, which were taken in front of the castle. The Junior class then presented their new and first-time ever idea for Prom-Royalty for Prom. At 11:00 the attendants were named. They were Julie Reimers and Lance Beckner. Then, Ian Kucera presented Don Graff with the royal crown, after which Don placed the royal tiara on Cindy’s head. The dance ended at 12:00, after which, many couples went to the breakfast at the Ye Old Mill sponsored by the Seniors. Shelli Bartak and Shane Smith smile as they enter the gym to “These Dreams. The 1988 OHS Prom Roaylty and Court: Queen Cindy Hays, Attendant Julie Reimers, King Don Graff, and Attendant Lance Beckner. Kari Bugbee shows a little leg along with her garter. Lewis Service 61 62 Farm Bureau Redwood Motel The members of the 1987-88 Drama Club were, from left to right: Court Johnson, Dan Theis, Amy Carlson, Chad Krumbach, Andrea Graff, Gene Treadway, Stephanie Graff, Shelli Bartak, Bridey Atkins, Pam Grosch, John Schott, Kari Cerny, Tony Urban, and Julie Reimers. This year was a first for the Drama Club. The one act play, “The Ugly Duckling”, was presented at Conference and Districts, and a Best Supporting Actress medal was awarded to Bridey Atkins for her portrayal of Dulcibella. The judges commented that Bridey was a “perfect ditz”. Even though the play did not place at either contest the cast felt it had done a fine job and was proud of Bridey. The winning of this medal was a first for any OHS student. Also achieving a first this year was the Speech Team. The team placed second at Conference, bringing home the runner-up tro- Right: The One Act Play cast performs their play for the students of OHS. A Banner Year phy and ten medals, including one first place (Pam Grosch). Then at Monroe, eighteen medals were won-one for each student in each event he or she entered. At Districts the team again placed second, and for the first time in several years two students qualified for the State Competition- Bridey Atkins in Humorous Prose, and Shelli Bartak in Poetry. It was a banner year thanks to all the participants and especially to the six graduating seniors. Right: Shelli Bartak recites her State qualifying Poetry speech. Gene Treadway, Tony Urban, Chad Krumbach, John Schott, and Kari Cerny all participated in Oral Interpretation of Drama and established Osceola High Speech Team as a major power in this particular event. “The Food Repairman” is the Humorous Prose speech that Bridey Atkins took to State. Left: Andrea, Don, and Chad discuss their daughter’s upcoming wedding in a scene from “The Ugly Duckling”. Below: Court and Shelli get closer acquainted during the One Act Play. A Performance Worth Remembering The comedy, “Don’t Rock The Boat,” was presented at the Osceola City Auditorium by the juniors and seniors of OHS. The play was directed by Jenni Erhart, and she was assisted by Shelli Bartak and Michelle Gillett. After weeks of grueling practices, April 29 finally arrived, and the play was presented in front of a crowd of approximately 175. After a rocky start, things began to go smoothly, and occasional bouts of laughter were heard throughout the performance. Many things will be remembered about this play in the years to come-the girls and guys singing “Abba Dabba Honeymoon”. Honey chasing Victor (as he was disguised as a woman), the “masked” band of pirates, and the two little old ladies. These are just a few of the memorable performances by the cast pictured below that made the play an event to remember. Cody (Adam Gabel) leans over the railing while Capt. Butterworth (John Schott) and Arlene Zane (Kari Cerny) comfort him. tl IT I L Iks 11 The Old Ladies (Janel Kelly and Kim Knapp) discuss the ship’s problems. The Divine Sisters (Stephanie Graff, Carolyn Kropatsch, and Kari Bug-bee) get in the way as Honey Hotchkiss (Bridey Atkins) “launches” Victor (Don Graff), while Cody, Captain, and Miss Zane try to stop her. Trixie (Julie Reimers) confesses to stealing jewelry while the others listen in. Osceola Veterinary Clinic 64 Honey Hotchkiss entertains the passen- Trixie and Max (Andrew Ienn) plot to steal gers and crew. Mrs. Whithers’s jewels. Dr. Bryan Dickey, D.D.S 65 The 1988 Athletic Banquet began with the Ye Ole Mill catering a terrific meal for approximately 200 people. Following the meal, Don Graff and Cindy Hays were awarded both Sports King and Queen, and Scholar Athlete awards. The podium was then taken over by athletes who delivered speeches in their respective sports. Roger Kolar followed with the presentation of coaching awards Chris Watts, Master of Ceremonies, introduces speaker John Melton. Applause errupts at the conclusion of Julie Reimers’s speech. 1988 Sports King and Queen, Don Graff and Cindy Hays. 66 Carlson’s Locker Athletes to Jon Habben, Willard Jensen, and Tom Ramsbottom. Last, but not least, UNL Football Coach John Melton entertained the packed house with an entertaining and inspirational speech directed mainly to the underclassmen, concerning their future plans in high school and college. Evie Wright receives her silver certificate from Tony Urban, President of 0-Club. ■ Honored yudents Receive Many Honors And wards Gold Key Scholars. These six individuals had the highest grade point averages of their respective classes. 1988 Gold Key Scholars were: (Front Row) Chris Brozovsky, seventh; Mindy Krum-bach, eighth; and Jennifer Schmidt, freshman. (Back Row) Tamara Dowling, sophomore; Kevin Andelt, junior; and Julie Reimers, senior. Counselor Donn Graff awarded the President’s Academic Fitness Awards to students from classes eight, nine, and twelve. Chamber President Rollen Knapp congratulates Senior Rich Klepper on receiving the Chamber of Commerce Scholarship. Senior Don Graff was appointed to the Coast Guard Academy by Lt. Com. John Janca from Omaha. Corey Watts and Chad Belt, eighth grade students, walk in to the Eighth Grade Graduation Honors Night ceremony. 67 Members of the Senior class sang three musical numbers during the graduation ceremony. Pam Grosch and Salutatorian Tony Urban await the cue to line up outside for the processional. The Original Five-These five Seniors, John Kropatsch, Kari Cerny, John Schott, Cindy Hays, and Jerry Miller, started kindergarten together and stayed together through the next twelve years of school. Mr. Theis puts the finishing touches on Tim Schoop’s gown before the ceremony began. Polk Co. Bar Assoc. 68 100th Anniversary Class Graduates The Class of 1988 (pictured at left) graduated on Sunday, May 15, in the high school gym. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the first graduating class. Following Ushers Polly Watts and Adam Gabel, the eighteen seniors marched in to “Pomp and Circumstance”. Salutatorian and Valedictorian Tony Urban and Julie Reimers gave inspirational speeches, as did Pastor Paul Reimers, who gave the commencement address. Principal Jon Habben presented the class, in memory of Mike A. Langer, to School Board President, Kathy Habben, who then granted diplomas to the now graduated alumni. The class (including Janel Kelly) dressed for the ceremony in the high school music room. Jerry Miller, Tim Schoop, and John Schott line up to be congratulated outside the school. Valedictorian, Julie Reimers, addresses the audience. Cal Coffin Funk’s Seed 69 Members of the class receive congratulations from family and friends. First National Bank A Real Record Breaker Cindv prepares to add another two points Cindy attempts to spike the volleyball past to her high school total. the opponents. First National Bank Left: Cindy is browsing through Sports Illistrated to find her article. Throughout high school Cynthia Kay Hays has participated in Volleyball, Basketball, and Track all four years. From her four years of competition Cindy has broken and set many records. With her records, Cindy has proven her leadership both on and off the court. Listed below are the records she has accumulated during her four years at Osceola High School. Volleyball: career spiking, career aces spiking, career blocking, blocks one match, blocks one season, serving aces career, serving aces one match, kill spikes one match, spiking aces one season (class C-2 state record), average kills per match (state record all classes). Basketball: most points in a game (state record all classes), most field goals made in a game (state record all classes), most points in a season (class C-2 state record), highest point average in a season, highest field goal % in a game (at least 5 attempts), highest field goal % in a year (at least 50 attempts), highest field goal % in a career, most freethrows made in a game, most offensive rebounds in a game, most offensive rebounds in a season, most offensive rebounds in a career, most rebounds in a game, most rebounds in a season, most rebounds in a career. State tournament records: most points in one game (state record all classes), most field goals in one game (state record all classes), Most points in a class C-2 state tournament. Track: discus, shot. Cindy has been interviewed by many television and newspaper reporters, in addition to being pictured in Sports Illustrated in the “Faces in the Crowd” column. She brought much recognition to OHS, and should be commended for her outstanding career. She set an excellent example for young athletes to follow. Her talents will long be remembered at OHS, along with her name in the record books. History Book Compiled The Written Pub. class consisted of seven seniors and two juniors. Throughout the year, with help from their sponsor, Mrs. Er-hart, the class sold sponsorships, designed themes, sold the books, and took pictures at varsity sporting events and numerous activities. The class also hosted a yearbook workshop sponsored by Marc Fuller and Jostens, where the class, along with 50 students from other schools learned how to draw original layouts and themes for their books. Lance Beckner works diligently on his eighth grade layout. The class would like to thank all of those who helped in putting this book together. The class tried to make this a special book, since this year’s class marks the 100th anniversary of graduating classes from O.H.S. Pictured right are those individuals involved with the production of this yearbook. They were (sitting) Scott Kopke, (row two) John Schott, Mrs. Erhart, Pam Grosch, Julie Schott, and Carolyn Kropatsch; and (back row) Rich Klepper, Tony Urban, Lance Beckner, and Don Graff. The Written Pub. class looks at new layout designs at a workshop sponsored by Jostens. Taking a break from the everyday ritual, the Written Pub. class members try their luck at a new game. Pam Grosch searches through previous! finished pages for help. 72 m M sc •X'Vl • • 1 %4S . - 1 ifi ;. • 1 Se