Plattsmouth High School - Plattonian Yearbook (Plattsmouth, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1983 volume:

The Plattonian Plattsmouth High School 1724 Eighth Avenue Plattsmouth, Ne. 68048 Volume 41 Table of Contents Student Life 2 Seniors 12 Sports 26 Classes 54 Activities 80 Music 116 Ads 128 Closing 144 Reflections Of PHS Reflects Fundraising Buy,buy,buy sell,sell,sell. Those were the two most popular words during the 1982-83 school year. Almost every club and organization sold something to try to raise money. The cheerleaders sold T-shirts; band members sold pizza kits; wrestlers sold brass; the girls basketball team sold candy; the boys track team sold candy and posters; Journalism II members raffled off a Plym- outh Duster, and DECA raffled chances for “princi- pal for a day.” Juniors did their annual fundraising for prom by selling candles, sun-catchers and magazine subscrip- tions. A major fundraiser that affected the school was the addition of a new vending machine. Many students enjoyed this and the funds went to support the year- book. The student council has been sponsoring the pop machines for several years for funds. Where does all the money go? The big thing bought with fundraising money was athletic jackets. Girls’ basketball, wrestlers, and boys’ track members all got jackets with emblems of the various sports activities on the back. The cheerleaders used their funds to pay for pep rallies supplies, poster materials and also room and board for the wrestling cheerleaders at the state meet. It was a flood of fundraising throughout the year with everyone trying to get a jump on money. Almost every day of the school year, someone could be found in the hallways trying to sell something. Sue Humphrey who sold for many organizations stated that, “I liked knowing that 1 contributed to the making of the prom and it was fun and easy to do.” Most of the students at PHS must be good sales people, because the rest of the students and faculty seem to be broke from the large amount of fundrais- ing. As a potential buyer Mrs. Audrey Smith said, “It gets to be expensive but, I feel an obligation to sup- port the students’ efforts.” At the beginning of the 1982-83 school year a group of business consultants, Nasco Incorporated, came to PHS and made a survey of the fundraising activities in the past. It was found out that the plan- ning and scheduling of the activities was poor because they all ran on top of each other. It was also found that some of the fundraising activities did not make enough money for the efforts that were put out. Mr. Jack Herweg feels that “there has been a definite improvement in the amount of money raised by the organizations because of better scheduling ” He added that the sponsors are “more aware of what activities will raise the most money.” 2 FACING PAGE: (top) A various assortment of the candy sold at PHS during the year; (bottom) Crowds eat delicious pancakes at the annual pancake feed band fundraiser. TOP LEFT: Scott Snyder decorates valentine cakes sold by Food Service II; TOP RIGHT: Sophomore Ke- vin Heim gets an early start on prom fundraising. ABOVE: Journalism II raffled a car to raise money for the yearbook; LEFT: The new vending machine raised money for the Journalism Department, shown by Bill Hayes. 3 PHS Reflects Business World Nickels, dimes, pennies, quarters these do not interest many PHS students. The students are more interested in fives, tens and twenties. But how to get them? Simple, either ask mom and dad or get a job. PHS provides two programs through which stu- dents can get a job and use three hours out of their school day to work. One program is Work Exper- ience led by Mrs. Beverly Harter and the other is Mrs. Ruth Wassinger’s Distributive Education On-The-Job Training Program. This school year there were approximately 100 students working, with about half involved in the work experience program and the other half in the D.E. program. The requirement to be in work experience is a minimum of ten hours a week on the job. Mrs. Harter said, “This program is offered because it is believed that a student can obtain a great deal of knowledge by being employed in a work environment outside of school — especially if the job is related to a field in which the student is interested.” What do students do with all the money they make? In a poll taken at PHS, food, entertainment, clothes and gas are the main items students require money for. In the food category, every student needs to eat. Money for food is spent anywhere and everywhere. Entertainment is a broad field. Dating would cer- tainly fall into that category, and there is no better place to go on a date than to a movie. Some movies that got a lot of attention in 1982-83 were “E.T.,” “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” and “An Officer and a Gentleman.” Fashions are always changing, and many were seen at PHS. Everything from mini-skirts and leg warmers to preppy shirts and top-siders. The new thing in hairstyles for guys was the short, over-the-ear look as opposed to the shoulder-length style. Tim Pittman, who works at Ruback’s, has his own thoughts of the work experience programs. “Nobody likes to work but money is the basis for life and through on-the-job-training I can fulfill my everyday needs (almost).” Bill Hayes, who works but does not get release time from school had this comment: “Working can sometimes be a pain because it interferes with your social life and sports. I’m usually late for work be- cause of golf.” But like most people Bill likes “to have extra money for messing around and spending foolishly.” 4 FACING PAGE: (top) Kirk Emig displays the new fashion of short haircuts; (bottom) Many of students spent hard-earned money on cars. TOP LEFT: Hard at work is junior Lisa Wurtele; TOP RIGHT: Many different shoe styles were found at PHS. ABOVE: Mini-skirts and leg warmers were part of the punk fashions shown by Cheryl Goings, Betsy Musgjerd and Jody Mrasek; LEFT: Seniors spend a small fortune on accessories for graduation. 5 PHS Reflects Computer World Syntax Error? File not found? Break in 30? Out of data error? All of these terms are terms that come up quite frequently as the students at PHS learn to operate the newest thing in school the Apple computer. Like everyone else in the world, PHS has brought in the computer to keep up with the technical ad- vances that have been happening all over. Since be- ginning a computer program 6 years ago, the school now has a total of 16 computers in the school system. Nine of them are in the high school. Of those nine computers, six are used in the Math Department, two in the Business Department and one in the Vocational Department. Many people besides PHS students use the com- puters. A total of 40 high school students use them daily. During the 1982-83 year, Mr. Arlin Rasmussen, Math Department Chairman, and Mr. Richard Harter, adult education instructor, taught a total of 60 people in their night classes. After school, Mr. Rasmussen also taught a class of elementary students which in- volved around 120 children. Computers are becoming a part of everyday life more and more. Probably the most common use of computers today is the video games. Not only arcade video games but the home video game. The comput- ers at PHS can be used for games too, but are used for writing programs most of the time. The Math Department uses its computers for pro- gram writing. The Business Department has many uses for the Apple computer. Using various pro- grams, it can duplicate letters that need to be sent to different people, teach students typing and play games that teach different principles; for example, the law of supply and demand. Next year, the Busi- ness Department will be getting new software that deals with accounting. The Vocational Department mostly uses tutorials (self-teaching discs) in social studies and spelling in its classrooms. According to the January 3, 1983 issue of Time magazine, Americans expect that in the near future home computers will raise living standards 67% and that it will improve education by 68%. Mr. Rasmussen feels that, “the future of comput- ers is very unpredictable. The demand is so great for computer time that it is difficult to determine where the priorities are. We could triple the number of computers and still not have enough for everyone to get computer time.” 6 FACING PAGE: (top) Computer screen displays the game ‘‘Dung Beetles;” (bottom) Jenny Covert and Tammy Freeburg learn new computer skills at the com- puter bus. TOP LEFT: Elementary students use the Apple II computer; TOP RIGHT: Three times a week, classes were held for elementary students; ABOVE: Richard Boettcher oversees the sophomores using the computer bus; LEFT: Students marvel at computer wonders. 7 Dedication To Sharon Smith Every year the yearbook staff se- lects one person to be the recipient of the yearbook dedication. The staff votes on a person that has devoted time and efforts to the students and the school system. This year Mrs. Sharon Smith, home economics teacher, was the honoree. Accepting the award Mrs. Smith com- mented, “This is especially meaningful because I have worked with the class of ’83 all 4 years of high school. They are dedicated workers and show much potential for the future. I look forward to having you invite me to your ten year class reunion so 1 can congratu- late you on all your achievements.” Mrs. Smith graduated from PHS in 1957 as the salutatorian of her class. Graduating with high distinction from UNL in 1961, she received her Bache- lor of Science degree. In 1967, she finished her Masters of Science degree from UNL. Mrs. Smith has been on the staff of PHS for seven years. While here, she has been involved in many activities such as junior class sponsor. Golden Girl contest sponsor and FHA spon- sor. Her main activity is teaching in the Home Economics Department. Be- sides general home ec., foods and nu- trition (1 II), she holds two courses that teach students about life after high school. These are Modern Adult Roles and Independent Living. When asked about the changes in the home economics field Mrs. Smith noted, “Home Economics is a growing dy- namic field. Everyone is a homemaker. Males are now enrolling in greater numbers because they realize that home economics concepts are impor- tant to prepare everyone for the fu- ture.” Outside of school, Mrs. Smith is a member of both the American and Ne- braska Home Economics Association, the NEA, NSEA and the PEA, the Ne- braska Vocational Home Economics Teachers Association, the Liberty United Methodist Church, and Eastern Star. FACING PAGE: A portrait of the Smith family taken in 1983. TOP LEFT: The yearbook dedication recipient. Mrs. Sharon Smith. TOP RIGHT: Mrs. Smith plays cowgirl. RIGHT: A baby picture at age three. BELOW RIGHT: Posing for pictures at her uncle’s wedding is the flower girl, Mrs. Smith. ABOVE: She stops to smile on her first day of school of the second grade. 9 Royal Attendants The 1983 Plattonian Prince, Doug Carroll, has been very active throughout his years at PHS. He participated and lettered in wrestling 4 years and as a junior was the state runner-up in the 185 lb. class. Lettering 3 years in football, Doug qualified for Honorable Mention All-State and Honorable Mention All-Conference as a junior and received All-State and All-Conference honors as a senior. Doug also participated in track 3 years. As a junior he was a state qualifier in the shot and discus. Some of Doug’s other accomplishments were being a junior attendant, prom server, honorable mention national merit scholarship and was in- volved in the challenge program and a new pro- gram started outside of the school called FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes). Denise Deuver, the 1983 Plattonian Princess, has also been involved in various activities at PHS. She is an honor roll student, a member of the National Honor Society, the challenge program and participated in Rotary. She is also in the Soci- ety of Distinguished American High School Stu- dents. During the King Korn Karnival, Denise was a Dutchess in the coronation and was the Sweet- heart of 1982. As a junior, she was a junior steward and is now a member of the Spanish Club and Math Club. Denise has been involved in 4-H and has received the Crisco Award and architectural awards. When asked what her reflections of PHS will be Denise answered, “The wide variety of fun and exciting classes and meeting so many good friends.” “The high and low points of my athletic career and the friends I made along the way,” was Doug’s response to this question. 11 TOP: Juniors Jim Heim and Sue Humphrey MIDDLE: Sophomores Kevin Heim and Marcia Case BOTTOM: Freshmen Kevin Caverzagie and Debbie Preibe Dan Duryea Abbitt Jochen Kurt Ammenn Ronald James Ashline Benjamin Allen Barker Theresa Ann Baroni Darin Kent Bell Richard Arthur Boettcher Mark Paul Bogle Paula Ann Brown Scott Allen Bryant Kraig Richard Bushnell Melissa Ann Byrk Robert John Campbell Sandra Jean Campbell Susan Jane Carmicheal Douglas Henry Carroll Walter Allan Carroll Shannon Joseph Case Seniors 12 Class Of ’83 13 Julie Renee Covert Gary Douglas Crane Mark Alan Cundall Danisha Lynn Daniels Patrick Alan Dettmer Leslie Stuart Dexter Juli Diane Draper Denise Ann Duever Dawn Jean Eaton Jeffrey Alan Elston Susan Marie Elworth Kirk Edward Emig Theodore Ray Emmert III Janet Susan Fees Tamara Lynn Ferdig Lori Ann Finch Lorie Ann Forrest David Robert Foss Seniors 14 Being called into the office is a traumatic experience. Susie Elworth. Betsy Musgjerd, Tricia Henning, and Jenny Haag await the verdict. David Wehrbein and Mike Tassone — together again! Class Of ’83 15 Dayle Gene Frazier Jr. Victoria Ann Frazier Jodie Bobette Gibson Cheryl Renee Goings Jennifer White Haag Teresa Ann Haddock Billy Joe Hayes Jeffrey Duaine Heigl Douglas Scott Heim Patricia Kathryn Henning Brian Matthew Hirz James Howard Hirz Tonya Marie Horn Dawn Michelle Hughes Paul Eugene Hula Richard Charles Kalvinek Sharon Kay Kellison Vicki Marie Knople Gene Michael Konkler William Douglas Krejci Aaron Scott Lemieux Gail Lynn Matzen Seniors 16 Class Of ’83 Thomas William McCormick Rodney Craig McKulsky Lori Ann Meier Jay Richard Meisinger Jon Paul Meisinger Kurt William Meisinger Darren Eugene Merrill Kathleen Ann Minford Patti Lyn Minton Gaines Deborah Lynne Moore John McCormick Moorehead Jody Ann Mrasek Kevin Yale Munger Mary Beth Musgjerd Michael Lynn Ondrak David Hayden Parker Kimberly Marie Peterson Timothy Paul Pittman Shelly Marie Pohlmeier Kelly Lynn Prather Joe Stanley Prokupek Andrew Michael Reichart Joey Thomas Risk Kenneth John Rossow Angela Marie Sacco John Samuel Schleicher Gregory Curtis Schneider Norman Elmer Schoch Seniors 18 David Allen Schreiber Randall Gene Schroeder Mark William Schuette Scott Allen Shafer Kristine Lynn Smith Scott Roy Snyder Dawndul Lee Stephenson Mary Lucille Steube Trisha Kae Stout Marc Joseph Tassone Michael Eric Tassone Aimee Dee Todd Karen Sue Tschirren Katherine Rose Ulrich Keith Allan Volwiler Christopher Scott Walker Kim Marie Wallace Joseph Patrick Warga David Michael Wehrbein Robert John Werning Roger Thomas Wiles Michelle Jean Winscot Penny Erin Wyant Wade Michel Wymore Peggy Sue Young Stephanie Ann Zdan Seniors 20 Not Pictured Edward Allen Adams Raylene Bell Pointer Frazier Larry Scott Albin Charles Dee Kirchner Michael James Bashus Ruth Ann Edmonds Robert Alan Beebe Lemieux Robert Marshall Bird Matthew Charles McColligan James Garland Block Charles Lee Mink Virgil Monroe Church Joseph Edward Morehead Michael David Dorzweiler Daniel Richard Murray Mitchell Lee Renner Class Of ’83 Sun Shines On ’83 Grads After days of cloud-filled skies and rain, the sun ap- peared for the Class of 1983’s Baccalaureate Service. Held at the football field on Sunday, May 22 at 3:00, the service began with an invocation by Father Paul York of Holy Spirit Church. Sandy Richardson and Valerie Thompson sang for the audience of graduates, parents and friends. Reverend Paul Iverson served as the main speaker and the services ended with a benediction and the recessional. Each year the junior stewards serve as an honor guard for the graduates. Included this year in the group were Jeffrey Hild, James Ulrich, James Garnett, Keith Pecha, Mike Rasmussen, Joseph Harris, Gerald Dilliard, Dorothy Thiessen, Katherine Rossow, Alicia Green, Kris Beaty, Julie Strouf, Laurie Flockhart and Rhonda Edmonds. “As 1 stand before you tonight, my graduating class of 1983,1 can see and feel the last 13 years of our lives. We have grown up together, faced the good times and the bad, suffered through the pain and struggles of being young adults, and we have shared with one another our accomplishments and defeats. — Roger Wiles, senior class president TOP: Dawn Eaton and Bill Krejci were two of the 121 graduates of the 1983 class. ABOVE LEFT: Mr. Dale Strobel, senior class sponsor, makes sure that everyone is lined up and has everything that they need for graduation. ABOVE: Members of chorus performed at Sunday night's Com- mencement under the direction of Mr. Ron Nelson and accompanied by Lila Cole. 22 BELOW: Aaron Lemieux was one of the many schol- arship recipients. “The advice I would give any new student or freshmen would be to get involved and not to go through high school without trying as much as possi- ble. Academic and vocational areas of study, organi- zations, athletics and activities all offer excellent opportunities. ’ — Marc Tassone, student council president “We have just reached a huge goal that four years ago many of us may have thought to be unattainable. But. as we well know, this is only the first of many achievements in our lives. Each goal we set is a plateau, and when we reach one goal, we immediately set our sights on another higher goal.” — Kirk Emig, co-valedictorian “Plattsmouth has given us its best with opportuni- ties to develop our own areas of interest. The great diversity of the high school comes from the diversity of the community. This allows Plattsmouth to get up-to-date ideas while keeping stability from those who have lived here for many years.” — Kristi Smith, co-valeditorian LEFT: Graduates Peggy Young, Les Dexter and Tri- sha Stout finish up a high school career. ABOVE: Wearing the traditional gown and mortar- board. Bob Campbell enjoys a day of pomp, circum- stance and sunshine. I 23 TOP: Dawn Stephenson, who plans to study photog- raphy, received the Old Bank Studio Scholarship. She is being presented her diploma by Mrs. Janice Schneider, school board president. ABOVE LEFT: Junior class stewards lead in the seniors for the ceremonies. ABOVE: Kirk Emig and Kevin Munger were recipi- ents of military academy appointments. 110th Class Earns Diplomas “Give to the world the best that you have and the best will come back to you.” This motto served as the theme for the 1983 Commencement speeches. Roger Wiles, Kirk Emig, Kevin Munger, Patricia Henning, Marc Tassone and Kristine Smith presented their thoughts on the end of their high school careers. Betsy Musgjerd performed a saxophone number entitled “Aria,” and then special awards were given including nu- merous scholarships. This year’s honor graduates included Kirk Emig, Kristine Smith, Mary Beth Musgjerd, Patricia Henning, Kevin Munger, Jochen Ammenn, Denise Duever, Patrick Dettmer, Kurt Meisinger and Kathy Ulrich. Also graduating with honors were Susan Elworth, Mike Dorzweiler, Lori Meier, Norm Schoch, Dave Foss, Vicki Frazier, Deb Moore, Richard Boettcher, Doug Carroll and Joe Warga. Some people would argue that athletics have no place in school, that they interfere with academics. But we. the class of '83, feel that athletics help develop a person physically and emotionally. These two aspects of personal development are essential for the development of a sound mind.” — Kevin Munger. honor graduate. V BELOW: At the conclusion of commencement, the seniors triumphantly tossed their hats in the air. “Through the years there was one thing we heard over and over again: ‘Your high school years go quickly, so live it up while you have the chance.’ When we were underclassmen, we thought to ours- leves, you’ve got to be kidding! But now we all know and understand that what we were told was true.” — Tricia Henning, honor graduate. Senior Salutes To Rod (McKulsky): There are a couple of girls on the phone! 1 hope one is the right one. — Mom To Michael (Dorz): It’s been a tough four years but you made it. I’m so proud of you. — Love, Mom To Roger Wiles: The years have passed quickly Our memories are many Numerous personal achievements Accomplishments plenty. WE LOVE YOU! Dad, Mom, Jeff and Craig To Dave Schreiber: When are you going to tell us about those warning tickets You’re grounded! — Love, Mom and Dad To Tim Pittman: Congratulations, we are proud of you. — Dad, J.R. and Joe To Lori Finch: Always there when I have needed you. You have all the good qualities and you deserve the best. Congratulations! — Love, Mom To Vicki Knople: Fill your heart with beauty, and beauty will come to you. Fill your thoughts with love and love surrounds you. — Love, Mom and Dad To Kim Peterson: Keep your positive image, and your high standards. Set your goals high, we know you'll reach them. Good luck. God love ya. — Love, Mom and Dad To Joe Warga: Congratulations on a job well done. Hope the college years go as well. It’s going to be quiet around here without you. — Love, Mom and Dad. To the Journalism 11 Staff: You were the best at so many things - sports, music, academics. Thank you for doing your best for me. — Audrey M. Smith 25 TOP: Double trouble as Vicki Frazier and Julie Covert attempt a block. MIDDLE: Chris Kindelin says “Say Uncle! ; The Devil football team surrounds Auburn; Lisa Wagner concentrates on the break of the green; David Wehrbein shoots as Jay Meisinger readies for a rebound. BOTTOM: Lending a helping hand, team- mates Mark Cundall and Roger Reike help Jay Meisinger; Leaping for the jump, Jenny Covert “skies” as Patti Harrison lines up around the circle; Photography catches Debbie Priebe’s running form. F crv Reflections Of . . . Adidas sneakers and pep rallies, the school song and last second victories, frustrating mistakes and missed points the grind of competition and the shine of the trophy Sports 27 Devils Come On Strong; Finishing With 7-2 Record Pre-season ratings of 1 were no help to PHS as it came back from losses to Auburn and Elkhorn to win the last four games and finish the season 7-2. Twenty seniors and twenty-one returning lettermen made for a strong founda- tion. The Devils opened their season with a win over Blair. The following week, however, PHS lost its 1 rating and the dreams of an undefeated season in a painful 10-7 loss to Auburn. Coach Bob Fuller brought his team back to win two in a row over Fair- bury and Gretna before dropping his second loss to undefeated Elkhorn. Once again, the Devils had to pull together after a tough loss, and they were up to the test. Plattsmouth racked up three straight wins against Norris, Waverly, and Platteview before traveling to Nebraska City for the final game of the year. After defeating Nebraska City in overtime the previous year, the Devils had to dig deep again for final win. Plattsmouth came back from 13-23 deficit to finish on top 25-23. Center Doug Heim. Split End Jeff John- son. Guard Mike Ondrak, and Quarterback Jim Heim take a well- deserved rest. 28 Fullback Jay Meisingcr plows into Nebraska City Defenders. Nebraska City tacklers drag down PHS Run- ning Back Rod McKulsky. Just one of the tools of the trade. Halfback Andy Reichart rolls up yardage, following a block by Jay Meisinger as Jim Heim looks on. Head Coach Bob Fuller leads his team through pregame warmups. Sidelines erupt as the Devils go in for six. 30 FRONT ROW: Ron Ashline, Doug Carroll, Kurt Meisinger, Tom McCormick, Jay Meisinger, Dave Wehrbein, Kevin Munger, Jon Meisinger, Virgil Church, Doug Heim, Robert Werning, Shannon Case, Leslie Dexter, Dave Schreiber, Joe Warga, Norm Schoch, Stub Meisinger; LEFT ROW: Kurt Geschke, Brad Manley, Greg Glaze, Mark Sullivan. Roger Rieke; RIGHT ROW: Joe Holoubek, Mike Ofe, Jeff Peters. Jim Heim, Scott Wyldes; MIDDLE: Rod McKIusky, Mike Ondrak, Andy Reichart, John Moorehead; TOP: Jeff Johnson, Jim Garnett, Paul Faletto, Todd Nielsen, Mike Rasmussen, Robert Wiles, Randy Dickman, Jeff Winters, Steve Combs, Jay Martin, Todd McGowan, Sean Pohlmeier, Chris Kindelin, Kevin Heim, Greg Sikora. James Smithson, Keith Pecha, Mike Dorzweiler; COACHES: Ron Hergot, Terry Gaebel, Charles Caverzagie, Head Coach Bob Fuller, Jeff Scanlan, Dan Van Dyke, Steve Knutzen. Season Ends; Post Season Honors Roll In As with any successful team effort, when the season ends a number of individuals always earn honors. This year, however, there was an honor that every player can share in. It was a lot of hard work from the entire team that enabled the Devils to roll up 2520 yards — a Plattsmouth record. There were also a number of individuals who received All-Conference and All- State Honors. Those named All-Conference Honorable Mention were Seniors Andy Reichart, Shannon Case, and Virgil Church, and also Juniors Keith Pecha and Jeff Johnson. Named to the First Team Eastern Midlands All-Conference teams were Seniors Doug Carroll, Doug Heim, Jay Meisinger, Rod McKulsky, John Moore- head and Mike Dorzweiler. Representing Plattsmouth on the All-State Honorable Mention List were Seniors Doug Heim, Rod McKulsky and John Moorehead. Finally, the only Devil to be named to the All-State team was Doug Carroll. 31 Girls Make State It was a good year for the 1982-1983 PHS girls’ golf team. They compiled a winning record for the season and also qualified for the state tournament. Coach Don Freeburg’s lady golfers combined power off the tee with accuracy on the green to make a successful season. The highlight of the year came at the end of the season when the team placed second in the district tournament. By doing so the team, composed of Jenny Haag, Paula Brown, Lisa Wagner, Lori Jeanneret, and Denise Eaton, made it to state, where they placed seventh. This trip to state was the first for Plattsmouth since the enactment of district playoffs four years ago. Before that all schools which had girls’ golf teams qualified for state. The lady golfer’s success this year offers a lot of hope for the future since this was a young team. Of the varsity team that went to state, two were seniors, one was a junior, and the other two were freshmen. The junior, Lisa Wagner, was named most valuable golfer for this year at PHS. Departing seniors were Jenny Haag, Paula Brown, and Aimee Todd. RIGHT: The diet is very important to these girls’ golf game. 1982-83 team included: (front) Ronda Winters. Sandy Alt. Lori Jeanneret, Lisa Wagner. Kathy Beebe; (back) Sharon Schreiner, Kelly Gansemer, Jenny Haag, Paula Brown and Denise Eaton. Golf meets are a good place to work on your tan, according to Pat Dettmer. 32 Boys Show Power It was an up-and-down season for the 1983 boys’ golf team. While they showed power on the home course, they were often shaky when competing on unfamiliar courses. The majority of the dual meets were won by the team and also the triangular meet with Nebraska City and Syra- cuse was a victorious one for the team. In Districts play, the golfers were only a few strokes from qualifying for state and Roger Rieke earned an 8th place medal. Coach Tom Schrimer’s golfers showed that they may well by on their way to becoming a powerhouse in the Eastern Midlands Conference by mastering their new home course in Bay Hills. Commenting on the course, Coach Schirmer noted that it is “one of the finest, most well-kept and most challenging courses in the area.” Seniors on this year’s squad were Jim Hirz, Tom McCor- mick, Bill Hayes, Greg Schneider, Pat Dettmer and Rob Beebe. Beebe was chosen as this year’s most valuable golfer. Team members pictured are: (kneeling) Chris Draper, Roger Rieke and Shawn Horrigan; (second row) Coach Tom Schirmer, Jim Hirz, Bill Hayes, Kurt Johnson, Jim Garnett, Brad Krauth, Tom McCormick, Alex Carpen- ter, Richard Propst, Brian Tilson, Pat Gansemer, Todd Nielsen; (back) Kevin Caverzagie, Jay Anderson, Eric Olson, Jeff March. LEFT: Jim Hirz gets ready to hit an approach shot. 33 Volleyball Team Storms Through Turbulent Season Fluctuating was just one of the words used to describe the Blue Devil Volleyball season. It appeared as if the Devil spikers lacked intensity. One minute they were destroying their opponents, while at other times there was no liveliness in the team. Some high points in the season did appear. For instance, in many games, the Devils played extremely tough volleyball. This included the match with rated Elkhorn. However, the girls could never quite come up with the big upset. At the season’s end, the Devils had a 4-9 record. FRONT: Lisa Herweg, Vicki Frazier, Kim Wallace, Staci Winscot, and Tracy Porter; BACK: Head Coach Mary Boner, Lori Finch, Lori Meier, Julie Covert, Jenny Covert, Julie Strouf, Sue Humphrey, Tammy Freeburg, and Coach Karen Reeseburg. 34 Blue Devils Finish 15th Consecutive CC Season During the 1982 season, Plattsmouth cross country had its ups and downs. The Devil Harriers, led by only two varsity seniors, did well in several meets but lacked any one runner to rally behind. The top runner for Plattsmouth was a different person on several occasions. Senior Marc Tassone led the pack a couple of times, as did juniors Rudy Avila and Jeff Hild. The other senior varisty member, Benji Barker, did well in several meets. Two other seniors, Roger Wiles and Jochen Ammenn, a German exchange student, also competed on Coach Cecil McKnight’s team. Coach McKnight has been head of the cross country team for the past 11 years, taking over from Coach Corky Lowell. FRONT: Jim Ulrich, Richard Avila, Deanne Millington, Debbie Priebe, Sherry Zimmer, Sherry Baker, Buck Meisinger and John Kriskey; TOP: Marc Tassone, Jeff Hild, Rudy Avila, Roger Wiles, Ron Hernandez. Jochen Ammenn, Benji Barker and Coach Cecil McKnight. 36 Blue Devil Harriers warming up prior to the PHS invite. Pic- tured are Richard Avila, John Kriskey, Ron Hernandez and Jim Ulrich. Senior Benji Barker pushes past a Boys Town competitor in his quest for a medal. 37 Team members shown are (front): Pat Dettmer, Mike Ofe, Jon Meisinger, Roger Rieke; (middle) Jim Garnett, Jim Heim, David Wehrbein; (back) Tom McCormick, Bill Krejd, Keith Pecha, Jay Meisinger. BELOW: Assistant Coach Dan Van Dyke and Head Coach Terry Conroy use a time out to plan strategy. Roundballers Have Ups And Downs Disappointing was the summary of the Blue Devils boys basketball season. The combination of a tough schedule and a lack of good breaks made it a long season. The Devils faced five opponents during the season who were or had been rated in the top ten. Another determining factor was a high number of turnovers as the Devils had trouble controlling the ball. Highpoint for the Blue Devils was a second place finish in the Holiday Tournament hosted by Plattsmouth. Also the Devils were awarded two victories by forfeit at the end of the season. These two victories came from number one rated Lincoln Pius and conference foe, Gretna. These two teams violated NSAA rules, when one of the players participated in organized league play. Each team forfeited a total of five games. Top scorer for the Blue Devil varsity was David Wehrbein. He averaged 10.7 points per game. Wehrbein and Bill Krejci also were team leaders in rebounding. 39 Girls Complete Finest Season Ever The 1982-1983 school year proved to be a vintage year for PHS girls’ basketball. The girls, led by five returning letterwinners, completed an excellent season with a first for PHS. This year’s team had the distinction of being the only Blue Devil girls basketball team to qualify for state. Seniors provided most of the leadership for the lady pumpkin-pounders as Vicki Frazier, Jenny Haag, and Julie Covert started most of the time, with Mary Lu Steube doing an excellent job coming off of the bench. These girls, along with sophomore Tammy Freeburg, were the only returning letterwinners from last year’s team. On their way to the state playoffs, the girls won twenty-one games while losing only two. Three of these victories were in tournament championships. The lady Devils defeated Nebraska City in the PHS Holiday tournament for their second consecutive title and defeated a very tough Gretna team 46-41 to win the Conference Tournament. Their third championship was a 42-30 victory over Syracuse in the district finals, a win they had to have to get a berth in the state playoffs. They finished the year with a 21-3 record when they were defeated in the first round of the playoffs. The only other losses were a 47-44 loss to Gretna and a 52-42 loss to Ashland, the eventual state champion. j) EVILS 1FV1LS jjEVJLg DEVILS t p'ut; Pu p DCVll. FRONT: Patti Harrison, Jenny Haag, Vicki Frazier, Lisa Herweg, Mary Steube, and Traci Porter. TOP: Assistant Coach Neice Jochims, Tammy Freeburg, Julie Covert, Jenny Covert, Sonya Draper, Sue Humphrey, Lori Meier, and Coach Don Freeburg. 40 RIGHT- Vicki is demonstrating her ability to wave at the camera without taking her eyes off the ball. BELOW- “I’ve got it, I’ve got it! says Jenny. 42 LEFT: Pressure defense was one of the keys to the Devils success, as Tammy Freeburg and Julie Covert show. Girls Finish 6th; Jenny All-State The girls’ 21-3 record earned them a 6th place on the final World- Herald Class B ratings. The team averaged 52.5 points per game while holding their opponents to an average of 35.9 points a game. Two of the three teams that beat Plattsmouth, Ashland and Hartington Cedar Catholic, were rated first and seventh respectively. The other team, Gretna, didn’t make the final ratings but were rated for a time during the season. Senior Jenny Haag was the only girl on the Blue Devil squad to make the All-Conference team but the Devils did have several honorable men- tions. They were Vicki Frazier, Julie Covert, Sonya Draper and Tammy Freeburg. Jenny was also the only player selected for All-State Honors, as she was named to the second team Class B All-State team. Jenny averaged 12 points a game while scoring a team high 289 points. Other leading scorers were Sonya with 211 and Tammy with 199. Departing seniors are Jenny Haag, Vicki Frazier, Mary Lu Steube, Julie Covert and Lori Meier. TOP: Julie soars for two as her teammates and oppo- nents look on. LEFT: The girls seem to be confused as to where they are supposed to be looking following their district finals win. Also pictured is team manager, Craig Wiles. 43 PHS Meets The Challenge With 7-1 Dual Record The 1982-83 season proved to be a tough challenge for the Blue Devil wrestlers. With a tough dual and tournament schedule, Plattsmouth had to fight its way through the season. Five seniors led the way for Plattsmouth but not without the help of some strong underclassmen. With this support, the PHS team finished the season with a 7-1 dual record. Highlights in the Devil season included a third place team finish at the Boys Town Invitational and a runner-up trophy in the PHS Invitational. When the season was over the grapplers had met the challenge with the only loss coming from the state-rated Norris Titans. A great season was capped off by the District Tournament and four individuals qualifying for state. FRONT: Steve Galvin, Rudy Cruz, Keith Foster, Rob Beebe, Chris Kindelin; TOP: Assistant Coach Bob Priebe, Kevin Munger, Doug Carroll, John Moorehead, Walt Carroll, Dan Abbitt, Joe Holoubek, Coach Ferde Goings. Not pictured was John Felker. LEFT: “ and don’t ever call my coach names again!” says junior Joe Holoubek. BOTTOM LEFT: Freshman Steve Galvin shows his Blair opponent how it’s done. BOTTOM RIGHT: Senior Walt Carroll dem- onstrates his one-handed pinning hold. % % 46 BELOW: This one’s over, 167 pounder John Moorehead placed second at State. PHS Grapplers Hold Their Own At State Head Wrestling Coach Ferde Goings had to be pleased with his team’s performance throughout the year and the wrestlers did not let him down at the state tournament. Plattsmouth qualified four wrestlers for the State tournament: Rob Beebe at 126 lbs; Walt Carroll at 155 lbs; John Moorehead at 167 lbs; and Doug Carroll at 185 lbs. These four wrestlers combined to take PHS to a third place team finish. The Devils also had three individual placers. Walt Carroll placed sixth at 155 lbs. John Moorehead finished second at 167 lbs. At 185, Doug Carroll won a rematch of last year’s state finals to gain the state title. 47 Girls’ Track Sends Five To State It was a tough year for the Plattsmouth Girls’ Track team. This was partially due to a late start of outdoor practice, caused by wet and cold weather. The team came on strong at the end of the season, with a sixth place finish in the conference meet. Five girls qualified for the State meet by placing in the top three for individual events and top two places for relays at districts. Vicki Frazier, Karen Tschirren, Barb Hild, and Staci Winscot made up the 400 m. relay and Jenny Haag qualified in the long jump. Both had second place finishes to qualify. It became an ill-fated state meet, however. The 400 m. relay team missed getting a sixth place medal by one place, and Haag didn’t qualify for finals in the long jump. Team members: (front) Karen Tschirren, Jenny Haag, and Vicki Frazier; (second) Mgr. Jeanne Reichart, Sue Humphrey, Staci Winscot, Barb Hild, and Lisa Herweg; (third) Kris Shown, Sandra Hild, Mary Schreiber, Cindy Spangler, Tammy Freeburg, Trisha Richardson; (fourth) Tracy King, Michelle Hadraba, Trish Lewandowski, Dyan Foss. Debbie Priebe, Mgr. Gina Steele; (top) Mary Moorehead, Deana Millington, Jodi Cundall, Tara Jenkins, Lori Jeanneret, Jodell Meisinger, Ann Masters, Tina Coen. 48 LEFT: Vicki takes the baton from Karen and dashes off on the second leg of the 400 m. relay. BELOW LEFT: Trish Lewandowski wears the extra clothing that was necessary for the cold spring. BELOW: Sue Humphrey strides to make up ground. Rain Slows Track Nine To State Poor weather and a young team dampened any hopes for a banner year in boys’ track but the team fought back to still have a fairly successful year. Although they won only one meet, the Gretna Invitational, the Blue Devils placed fairly high in several meets. Most of the track teams’ problems came from inexperience. With only six seniors out, one for the first time since eighth grade, and eight lettermen in all, the track- sters had to rely on the underclassmen to fill vacant spots. Mother Nature was no help either. It seemed as if it was raining every day and when it wasn’t raining, it was windy. What few nice days there were, fell on days when no track meets were scheduled. Still, the Devils did manage to get some practice in, and when the weekend of state finally arrived, PHS had nine competitors. The 3200 meter relay team (Marc Tassone, Jochen Ammenn, Randy Dickman, and Jeff Hild) and the 400 meter relay team (Jeff Johnson, Doug Carroll, Mike Ofe and Kurt Meisinger) both qualified for state, along with Keith Pecha in the triple jump and Doug Carroll in the shot and discus. Neither relay placed but Keith placed 5th in the triple jump and Doug earned a 6th in the discus. Graduating seniors are Doug Carroll, Kurt Meisinger, Marc Tassone, David Foss, Benji Barker and Roger Wiles. Team Members: (front) Benji Barker, Roger Wiles, Kurt Meisinger, David Foss, Jochen Ammenn. Mark Tassone, Doug Carroll, Greg Gla2e, Keith Pecha; (second row) Jim Ulrich, Jim Heim. Jeff Peters, Brad Manley. Mike Ofe. John Kriskey, Jeff Hild. Jeff Johnson. Mike Rasmussen; (third row) Jay Martin. Richard Avila. Richard Church, David Reichart, Todd McGowan, Jeff Jamison, Kent Hutton, Buck Meisinger; (fourth row) Brian Beckman, Mark Chudy, Rick McKinley, Troy Wood, Frank Lucas, Craig Wehrbein, Randy Pecha, Rudy Cruz; (fifth row) Randy Dickman, Chris Volwiler, Rudy Avila, Mark Brittain, Lon Wyldes RIGHT: Keith Pecha sails through the triple jump. 50 LEFT: Doug Carroll and Jeff Johnson pour it on for the 400 meter relay. BELOW LEFT: Students of all shapes and sizes huddle together for warmth during the C- O-L-D Plattsmouth Invitational. Pictured are Steve Galvin. Karen Tschirren. Marc Tassone. Jeff Johnson and Jay Martin. BELOW: Jochen Ammenn takes the baton from Marc Tassone in the 3200 meter relay. 51 Season Records Football (7-2) Blair Auburn Fairbury Gretna Elkhorn Norris Waverly Platteview Ne City Letter Ron Ashline Doug Carroll Shannon Case Virgil Church Les Dexter Mike Dorzweiler Doug Heim Tom McCormick Rod McKulsky Jay Meisinger Jon Meisinger Kurt Meisinger John Moorehead Kevin Munger Mike Ondrak Andy Reichart Norm Schoch Dave Schreiber Joe Warga PHS OPP 26 6 7 10 46 0 34 0 0 20 28 14 26 13 34 10 25 23 Winners David Wehrbein Robert Werning Jim Garnett Kirk Geschke Greg Glaze Jim Heim Joe Holoubek Jeff Johnson Brad Manley Dan Meisinger Mike Ofe Keith Pecha Jeff Peters Mike Rasmussen Roger Rieke Greg Sikora Mark Sullivan Jan Martin Mike Baroni, mgr Girls Golf PHS OPP Syracuse 247 246 Blair 252 241 Duchesne 234 213 Blair Inv. 2nd Ashland 258 287 Ashland Inv. 1st Piux X 269 278 PHS Inv 1st District 2nd State 7th Letter Winners i Paula Brown Sandy Alt Jenny Haag Denise Eaton Aimee Todd Kelly Gansemer Lisa Wagner Lori Jeanneret Cross Country PHS PHS Inv. 5th Piux Inv. 5th Waverly Inv. 5th Gretna Dual 2nd Crete Inv. 3rd Syracuse Inv. 4th EMC 2nd District 4th Letter Winners Jochen Ammenn' Jim Ulrich Benji Barker Richard Avila Marc Tassone Sherri Baker Roger Wiles Bill Wagner Rudy Avila Dyan Foss Ron Hernandez Jeff Meisinger Jeff Hild Deana Millington John Kriskey Debbie Priebe Volleyball (4-10) PHS OPP Ashland 19 15-15 Gretna 15-12-5 9 15 15 Norris 157-5 8-1515 i Paul VI 15-7-15 1-15-9 Auburn 1112 15-15 Ne. City 12 15-9 15 10-15 Duchesne 15 12 15 3-15-4 Elkhorn 13-10 15-15 Gretna 15 15 13-8 Norris 1611 2 141515 ! Platteview 12 15-6 15-9-15 Blair 15-15 7-11 Waverly 1115 11 15-3-15 Omaha Mercy 107 15-15 Julie Covert Lori Finch Vicki Frazier Lori Meier Kim Wallace Letter Winners Sue Humphrey Julie Strouf Jenny Covert Tammy Freeburg Tracy Porter Wrestling (7 1, dual record) Tournament Placings Boystown Inv. 3rd Auburn Inv. 3rd Paul VI Inv. 3rd Syracuse Inv (reserves) 7th Plattsmouth Inv 2nd EMC 4th B 1 Districts 5th State 3rd Letter Winners Dan Abbitt Rob Beebe Doug Carroll Walt Carroll John Moorehead Kevin Munger Joe Holoubek Jeff Peters Rod Adkins Ron Dillon John Felker Kieth Foster Chris Kindelin Todd Nielsen Sean Pohlmeier Richard Church Rudy Cruz Steve Galvin Rick McKinley David Reichart Girls Basketball (24-3) PHS OPP Paul VI 71 38 Platteview 52 47 Elkhorn 68 26 Cathedral 48 46 Ashland 50 60 Holiday Tournament Paul VI 70 31 Ne. City 60 29 Duchesne 56 25 Norris 38 27 Syracuse 52 41 Waverly 51 36 Ne. City 51 25 Blair EMC Tournament 59 30 Waverly 48 35 Elkhorn 51 42 Gretna 46 41 Pius 46 36 Gretna 44 47 Auburn 56 28 Ryan Districts 51 32 Crete 63 32 Fairbury 53 34 Syracuse State 42 30 Hartington CC 44 32 Letter Winners Julie Covert Sonya Draper Vicki Frazier Tammy Freeburg Jenny Haag Pattie Harrison Lori Meier Tracy Porter Mary Lu Steube Michelle Lisa Herweg Hadraba. stat Jenny Covert Aimee Todd. Sue Humphrey stat. Amy Ondrak. stat. 52 Boys’ Basketball (5 14) PHS OPP Paul VI 58 74 Cathedral 46 56 Auburn 54 64 Ashland 43 65 Holiday Tournament Paul VI 65 62 Ne. City 30 63 Platteview 42 61 Waverly 42 68 Ne. City 42 63 Blair 66 50 Mt Michael 24 59 Elkhorn 65 51 Gretna (win by forfeit) 2 0 Norris 43 67 Gretna 28 45 Piux X (win by forfeit) 2 0 St Alberts 37 56 Ryan 36 65 Ne City 42 84 Letter Winners Patt Dettmer Jim Heim Bill Krejci Jeff Johnson Tom McCormick Mike Ofe Jay Meisinger Keith Pecha Jon Meisinger Lee Kshywonis David Wehrbein Lon Wyldes Girls’ Track PHS Lady Mavs Inv. (cancelled) Blair Dual (cancelled) Peru Inv. 5th Triangular Gretna (1st) Ashland (3rd) 2nd Gretna Inv. Triangular (cancelled) 4th Syracuse Inv. 9th PHS Inv. 6th Triangular Syracuse (1st) Platteview (3rd) 2nd EMC 5th Blair Inv. 9th District State 6th Letter Winners Vicki Frazier Mary Schreiber Jenny Haag Kris Shown Karen Tschirren Jodi Cundall Lisa Herweg Michelle Hadraba Barb Hild Lori Jeanneret Sue Humphrey Tara Jenkins Staci Winscot Ann Masters Tammy Freeburg Deana Millington Tricia Richardson Jeanne Reichart. Gina Steele, mgr mgr Boys' Track PHS Boys Town 6th Doane Inv 7th Peru 3rd Gretna 1st Syracuse 4th Triangular Ashland Gretna 1st PHS Inv 4th Blair 1st Conference 4th Blair Inv. 3rd District 3rd Letter Winners Joe Ammenn Jeff Johnson Benji Barker Mike Ofe Doug Carroll Keith Pecha David Foss Richard Avila Kurt Meisinger Randy Dickman Marc Tassone Brian Beckman. Roger Wiles mgr Rudy Avila Kent Hutton Greg Glaze David Reichart Jim Heim Chris Volwiler Jeff Hild Lon Wyldes. mgr Jay Martin Boys’ Golf PHS OPP Elkhorn 175 180 Triangular 175 Syracuse 171 Ne. City 170 Auburn 189 186 Mt. Michael 165 162 Cathedral 184 198 Triangular 194 Ne. City 217 Syracuse 174 205 Glenwood 185 192 Platteview 173 213 Gretna 8th 190 Pius Inv. 3rd Ne City Inv. 7th Blair Inv. 2nd Elkhorn Inv. 5th District Letter Winners Rob Beebe Tom McCormick Pat Dettmer Greg Schneider Bill Hayes Dave Schreiber Jim Hirz Rogei r Rieke Letter Winners 53 TOP: “Studying hard got me where I am today, says Mike Rasmussen. MIDDLE: “Hairy legs are in this year,” Jeff Johnson tells Amy Ogle and Julie Strouf; Band students take a break to wave to the camera; Are David Wehrbein and Kim Patenaude bust- ed?; Mr. Kappas in one of his freshman classes. BOTTOM: Donnie Wood shows spirit in his toga during homecoming activities; Brian Hirz chows down at the banana split relay during Devilmania; Seniors Mike Ondrak, Shannon Case, Jon Meisinger and Virgil Church say, “How funky is your chicken?” 54 Reflections Of . . . GPA’s and semester tests, dissecting tools and sharp pencils, study halls and late night cram sessions, lost admit slips and tricky essay questions Classes 55 Class Officers: Rudy Avila, treasurer; Lisa Wag- ner, secretary; Jerry Dilliard, vice president; Matt Wymore, president. Juniors Juniors Juniors Whether trying to concentrate in class or walking the halls, juniors get attention. Pictured below are Mike Rasmussen, Brad Manley, Kelly Geschke, Cindy Podgurski and Mary Pointer. James Hurst presenting a sales talk in Marketing. Class Of ’84 Class Of ’84 Class Of ’84 56 Lisa Albertson Mike Baroni Dayne Brittain Jerry Dilliard Bob Farr Kari Algya Julie Bear Kevin Carpenter Chris Draper Laurie Flockhart Danette Anderson Kris Beaty Steve Condit Rhonda Edmonds Kim Franzen Rudy Avila Frank Black Teresa Cook Brian Emmert Pat Gansemer Wendy Barkus Steve Bluett Stacey Danner Paul Faletto Steve Gardner C_H C 3 O (Si Q 0) (Si (Si o •—H N oo 4 57 James Garnett Greg Glaze Gerald Handy Jim Heim Barbara Hild Judy Gerbeling Don Good Joey Harris Angie Henry Jeff Hild Lori Gerbeling Lynnet Gootee Allen Harrison Ron Hernandez Donald Hodsdon Kelly Geschke Gerald Grahek Dawn Hazel Lisa Herweg Joe Holoubek Kirk Geschke Alicia Green Teresea Hedlund Kevin Hester Traci Horn 58 Sue Humphrey Patti Johnson Jamie Lesley Daryl Meisinger Kim Patenaude James Hurst Sean Kennedy Brad Manley Morgan Muller Keith Pecha Keeli Jenkins Tammy Kintzle John Masters September Nelson Jeff Peters Jeff Johnson John Kriskey Christine McFadden Mike Ofe Doug Pickrell Jerry Johnson Brenda Lepert Dan Meisinger Amy Ogle Cindy Podgurski Q w c in 00 4 59 Joe Pohlmeier Gerald Redman Keri Rookstool Chuck Schreiber Sandi Stevens Steve Pohlmeier Jeanne Reichart Kathy Rossow Greg Sikora Julie Strouf Mary Pointer Roger Rieke Patti Sacco Mike Smithberg Mark Sullivan Bill Purinton Kelly Rhoades David Salazar Jamie Smithson Dorothy Thiessen Mike Rasmussen Sandy Richardson Cheryl Sand Becky Stodola Steve Thompson 60 John Telgren Lisa Wagner Matt Wymore Susan Todd Jim Whitmer Kim Toman Theresa Williams Jim Ulrich Staci Winscot Lonnie Vang Lisa Wurtele Students Not Pictured Vicki Andrews Ed Chappell Keith Esmay Michelle Fonsee Denise Hennes Cheri McCoy Scott Kasat Jeff Koss Jim Marks Sally Rice Scott Schuelke Karen Stephan Jeff Todd Clayton Woods Scott Wyldes Manley, Julie Bear, Angi Henry and Staci Winscot. LEFT: Crazy Days visitors are always made welcome so Keri Rookstool brought a friend along. C-M C 3 5' c Q 0� c i O 2 61 Class Officers: Todd Smethers, treasurer; Kris Shown, secretary; Steve Combs, vice president; Jeff Jamison, president. Sophomores Sophomores Sophomores ABOVE: Sophomores contributed much to this year’s pep band. Pictured in these 2 photos are Geri Gibson, Bailie Piper, and Marcia Case and Teri Morehead. RIGHT: Hallway decorations were often works of art. Mike Lewis, Tracy Porter, Steve Combs and Bill Wagner examine the results. Class Of ’85 Class Of ’85 Class Of ’85 62 Kerri Adkins Rikki Austin Chet Beasley Dave Bushnell Charity Case Rod Adkins Richard Avila Candace Beck Suzanne Byrk Marcia Case Kathy Albin Sherri Baker Brian Beckman Camie Campbell Mai Lyn Christie Sandy Alt Greg Bashus Donald Benke Doris Carmichael Lonnie Clemens Roy Ashcraft Evelyn Baumgart Mark Brittain Alex Carpenter Steve Combs CO o TO zr o 3 o (ft Q o (ft (ft O 00 cn 63 Mike Combs Randy Dickman Michelle Foncree Geri Gibson Joey Harris Jenny Covert Ron Dillion Keith Foster Cecile Glick Patty Harrison Angel Cullen Rodney Draper Kaye Franck Tammy Haddock Kevin Heim Shelly Dasher Sonya Draper Tammy Freeburg Mary Haley Lisa Hickman Carey Dexter John Felker Brad Freeman David Hardin Wendy Hickman 64 Sandra Hild Nicholis Jordeth Chris Kindelin Jay Lizio Bryan McKulsky Sam Hull Renee Kalvinek Brenda Knople Werner Louderback Jayne Meisinger Jeffrey Jamison Deborah Keller Debra Lepert Mike March Kent Meisinger Nicole Jenkins Steven Kennedy Diana Lesher Jay Martin Ruth Melo Mary Jones Bradley Keyser Tammy Light Todd McGowan Scott Mink cn o :r o 3 o CO Q 0) co CO o K v 00 Cn 65 Dona Moore Lonny Otto Tammy Peters Sue Pribramsky Kathy Scarpello Terri Morehead Craig Overman Bailie Piper Scott Purinton Mary Schreiber Ty Morris Missy Owens Sean Pohlmeier Latricia Richardson Sharon Schreiner Todd Nielsen Angela Paben Bill Pollock Rod Rinner Kara Sheil Gene O’Neill Robert Page Tracy Porter Tammy Robinson Kristina Shown 66 Sheryl Simms Cindy Spangler John Tellinghuisen William Wagner Todd Smethers Tracy Stout Valerie Thompson Richard Washburn Chad Smith Daniel Struble Shane Thorstad Robert Wiles Laura Smith John Sullivan Bernard Ulrich Jeffery Winters Doug Snyder Jenny Todd Wendy Viglietta Ronda Winters Cn o T3 zr o 3 o -s TO C Q c s o 00 CJi Students Not Pictured Roger Dooley Mike Lewis Amy Fenyo Molly McCormick i Kathy Fogal Vicki McKinley Shawn Horrigan Phillip Ranney Jim Kinghorn Patty Redman Dianna Lesher David Shumaker Caught in the morning are Jane Meisinger. Tracy Porter and Shelly Dasher 67 Class Officers: Tim Vanackern, president; Kent Hutton, vice president; Chris Thompson, secretary; David Reichart, treasurer. Freshmen Freshmen Freshmen BELOW: Kent Hutton and Kurt Johnson finding a solution; for the first time, freshmen including Kevin Caverzagie and Craig Wehrbein, joined the high school band. Class Of ’86 Class Of ’86 Class Of ’86 68 George Alvis Kathy Beebe Aaron Chappell Jodi Collier Jodi Cundall Jay Anderson Ray Boren Mark Chudy James Conn Kevin Dasher Sherri Baburek Jeff Brink Richard Church April Covey Patty Dillon Randy Bahr Kevin Caverzagie Tina Clark Tina Coen Tim Dorzweiler Patty Bauer Renee Chapman Julie Coleman Randy Cruz Chris Doering ft c 3 (0 3 Q B c c O —K 00 ON 69 Denise Eaton Dyan Foss Rae Lynn Green Kelly Henry Mindy Iwerson Anne Emick Kelly Gansemer Michelle Hadraba Archie Hodsdon Cindy Jameson Howard Estep Rebecca Glick Carey Hamelin Dan Huebner Lori Jeanneret Therese Ferdig Dawn Gogerty Denise Hammann Mike Hustead Tara Jenkins Scott Forrest Charlene Gootee Sherry Hanika Kent Hutton Pam Jensen 70 Kurt Johnson Lynn Kirchner Patricia Lewandowski Ann Masters Jeff Meisinger Jenny Jordeth Brad Krauth Larry Ludwig Scott McCool Jodel! Meisinger Kim Katalenich Lee Kshywonis Kevin Luehrs Tom McDonald Deana Millington Tracy King John Kurt Steve Malizio Lisa McFadden Mary Moorehead Gary Kipp Kelly Lenoir Lisa Martin Ricky McKinley Steve Myers ►i to m zr 3 to 3 Q 0) m m O 00 On 71 Eric Olson Jackie Peterson Roger Redden Cari Schreiber Kim Singer Amy Ondrak Angela Pohlmeier David Reichart Kevin Schreiner Teresa Smethers Stacey Owen Debbie Priebe Andrea Richardson Eric Schoch Ed Smith Jeff Patenaude Richard Propst Teresa Roehr Tom Shafer Jerry Smithberg Randy Pecha Yvonne Ratzburg Julie Rookstool Doug Sikora Michelle Sorrell 72 Gina Steele Tim Vanackern Craig Wehrbein Donnie Wood Valerie Stewart Debbie Vanderveen Arrin Wheatley Jeri Wood Chris Thompson Sheryl VanRiper Sheri Wiles Sherrie Zimmer Students Not Pictured Paul Alvres Kari Fogal Angela Gary Smithberg Kim Beck Stephanie Fritz Pohlmeier Jerry Smithberg Brian Beckman Steve Galvin Scott Michelle Sorrell Kevin Beerman Mike Green Schrotberger Troy Wood Patrick Block John Morehead Brad Sekella Edward Smith Lon Wyldes Young scientists at work — Jodi Cundall and Jeff Patenaude. Brian Tilscn Chris Volwiler Charles Wood Rebecca Toman Patrick Walker Denise Wood T1 TO zr 3 to D Q o ( CO o e 00 0 73 announcements . . . attendance policy budget . . . college english Principal Jack Herweg was asked his reflections on, and memories of, the 1982-83 school year: “I can remember that for the first time ever a girls’ basket- ball team went to the state tournament. 1 also remem- ber the beginning of the year when the preppy look hit our campus. “Reflecting back on the year I noticed that the senior class showed tremendous leadership not only in activities but also academics. “The students displayed enthusiasm when learn- ing about and working with computers. Also over the last couple of years students participated in all activi- ties. They began to socialize at dances and other events. Five years ago you couldn’t have gotten 50 people to a dance.” TOP: Mr. Jack Herweg, principal; Mr. Steve Bernth, assistant principal. BOTTOM: Office secretaries. Mrs. Mary Vogel and Mrs. Janet All- baugh. TOP LEFT: School Board: (front) Bill Sullivan — vice president, Janice Schneider — president. Janet Cundall — secretary, (standing) Dan Wehrbein, Alan Wiles, Roger Roberts. Jeff Scanlan, Nancy Nichols, Fred Kaufman — superintendent, Charles Stoehr. BOTTOM LEFT: Winner of the DECA “Principal for a Day Raffle, Junior Jim Marks took over Mr. Herweg's office for the day. Meanwhile Mr. Herweg attended Jim’s classes. 74 Spanish . french . . . speech . . . drama . . . registration . . . overdue b( Reflections of ’82-83 Triumph at Pershing was a really great mo- ment! After all that hard work, we knew we deserved the “1”. — Laurie Flockhart The moment I will remember most about this year is the second half of my last high school football game at Nebraska City. We were down 23-13, Coach Fuller had given us a very loud halftime speech. We scored two second half touchdowns and controlled the ball the rest of the game to win 25-23. It was great! — Joe Warga The moment to remember would be when we worked so hard in chorus all year long, waiting for our big concert, and then hearing the ap- plause at the end. — Valerie Thompson I remember when the windshield wiper on our bus to Creighton broke so we had to stop and wait for a replacement (it was snowing pretty hard). We were all wondering whether we would make it in time to take our tests. But the repair dude came through and we eventually made it. — Nick Jordeth The highlight of my year was being select- ed by the varsity football squad to give them their pregame talk and then having them win 48-0. — Mrs. Mary Caverzagie Some things that I will never forget about this school year is the seniors that trash canned freshmen just for fun. Something else that is different from other schools is Devilmania and Spirit Week. — Jeff Ja- mison What use do the students get out of the library? Does it keep our librarians busy? Of course! In Mr. Ken Flint’s and Mr. Terry Conroy’s classes, all students are required to do term papers of 1000-1500 words on a topic of their choice. Among the resources used, magazines seem to be the most popular. Mr. Ralph Tarnasky and Miss Virginia Paap cover library skills in their freshmen classes. During the sopho- more year, students use these skills to research a current events topic for Mrs. Christian’s Communications Class. Students don’t seem to have or take much time to read for leisure. But when they do, their choices focus heavily on science fiction, the supernatural, teen novels and romantic adventures. Because the library is a pleasant place to be, it is used as a social gathering place. This can cause a conflict between those students who need a quiet place to con- centrate and those who need a place to relax and visit. TOP: English Department and Librarians: (seated) Mr. Ken Flint — 11th English. College English; Mrs. Bobbi Christian — 10th English. Speech and Drama; Mrs. Pat Montgomery — librarian; (standing) Mr. Ralph Tarnasky — Spanish, Vocational English; Mr. Terry Conroy — 9th, 11th English; Mrs. Audrey Smith — 10th English, Journalism; Miss Virgin- ia Paap — 9th English. French. Mrs. Janet Meisinger, library assistant. BOTTOM: First hour English Basics class discusses the value of preposi- tions. Shown are Bill Wagner, Angie Paben, Valerie Thompson, Tricia Richardson, John Sullivan, Gene O’Neill. RIGHT: An enthusiastic supporter of Crazy Days, Mrs. Pat Porter, counseling secretary, models the latest. 75 health . . . physical education . . . microbiology . . . chemistry . . . chorus Being in band, music, physical education or science class means travelling. The band, under Mr. Kenneth Hull, covered much ground over the 1982-83 year. They travelled to Phila- delphia, Washington D.C., and Knoxville, Tennessee and also marched in county parades and finally played for Commencement exercises. Mr. Ron Nelson directed the vocal section through numerous clinics, contests and guest appearances. Students in Health Occupations and Microbiology vis- ited the Medical Center and the Meyer’s Rehabilatation Center. Snow skiing was the new thing this year when Miss Niece Jochims took the freshmen and advanced P.E. classes to Crescent, Iowa for a fun-filled day. TOP: Science, music and physical education: (seated) Mr. Roy Reimer — science; Mr. Bob Fuller — physical education; (standing) Miss Niece Jochims — physical education; Mr. Kenneth Hull — instrumental music; Mr. Ron Nelson — vocal music; Mr. Don Freeburg — physical science, biology; (not pictured: Mr. Tom Kappas — chem- istry, physics.) BOTTOM: Mr. Tom Kappas works hard to dispel the myth of the mad scientist. ABOVE LEFT: “Music to eat breakfast by” was provided by PHS musicians during the annual pan- cake feed. LEFT: Howard Estep and Larry Ludwig try on ski equipment in preparation for the physical educa- tion department ski trip. 76 education . guidance Reflections of ’82-83 The senior year really moves fast. It is really kind of depressing to leave because of the four years of memories. — Kurt Meisinger I’ve really enjoyed being in high school. Ex- cept that sometimes the seniors get a superiority complex. But living in the same house as a senior, I have found they’re human (amazing)! And sometimes they’ll actually help you if you really need it (incredible)! — Eric Schoch . work experience . . The freshmen made a great impression on me. Since none of my classes include freshmen, I don’t usually get to know them. This year I have been pleased to see them participating and excelling in drama, speech and many other ac- tivities. Let’s hope the trend continues for the class of ’86. — Mrs. Bobbi Christian A great reflection this year was the girls’ bas- ketball team going to state! The school was full of spirit! We were all as one! — Traci Horn upholstery . . . shop . . This year for me will be one year to re- member. For me, and maybe all of us, it was a year of improvement and goal setting. It was also a year of breaking up. making up. and starting all over again. I saw many peo- ple settling their differences and becoming friends, and a few people losing friends. But this year was mostly a year of achievements for all of us. — Todd Smethers TOP: Industrial Arts and Counseling: (seated) Miss Nancy Austin - Social Studies, Communications Skills; Mr. Dale Strobel — Counseling; Mr. Jack Sauder — Auto Occupations. General Shop. Construction Trades; (standing) Mrs. Beverly Harter — Work Experience, Adult Education; Mr. Cecil McKnight — Woods, General Shop; Miss Jane Waterhouse — Counseling; Mrs. Carol Schreiner — Occupational Awareness. Practical Science, Counsel- ing; Mr. Les Purdy — Special Education; Mr. Jerry Coleman — Drafting. Upholstery, Shop; Mr. Lyle Stewart — Auto Body, Metals, Shop. ABOVE: Ken Rossow was one of many students to participate in the drafting program. ABOVE RIGHT: Modern machining tools enable vocational students to prepare for the changing job market. Choose a college or clean an engine — build a pool table or repaint a car — select a career or construct a garage — if any of these items are on the day’s agenda, the Vocational Department and the PHS counselors are the people to see. Individual attention is the emphasis in these depart- ments. Students are given the opportunity to make decisions and plans for themselves. For example, the counseling department has been expanding over the last several years to meet stu- dents’ needs. Mrs. Carol Schreiner concentrates on career counseling while Mr. Dale Strobel oversees the seniors. Miss Jane Waterhouse acts as a laison be- tween students and whatever problem areas arise. Overlapping between the counselors insures that all students are served. Individual projects give students an opportunity for hands-on experience in the shop classes. A student can tune-up his car in Mr. Jack Sauder’s Auto I class, repaint it in Mr. Lyle Stewart’s Auto Body class and then reupholster the seats in Mr. Jerry Coleman’s class. 77 world history . . . marketing . . Knowledge of the past and an awareness of the present will prepare students for the future — this seems to be the philosophy of the Social Studies Department. Various classes cover World and American History and also students are given the opportunity to take psychology and sociology classes that cover a man’s behavior and his cul- ture. In America Today, health, education and hous- ing are studied. Government and Society takes a look at local government in the hope that students will become concerned citizens. One of the overall objectives of the Business Department is to prepare students for immediate employment after graduation. Through typing and shorthand classes, students sharpen skills for a job or for further education. Business Math and ac- counting classes insure a math background and Marketing introduces students to the world of ad- vertising and sales. The “Lester Hill” simulation set is an example of the materials used in the Business Department. An imaginary office is established so students can get the feel of a real job situation. Social Studies and Business: (seated) Mrs. Mary Caverzagie — Business Math, Office Practice, Shorthand; Mrs. Ruth Wassinger — Distributive Educa- tion, Marketing; (standing) Mrs. Mary Nelson — Typing, Shorthand; Mr. Charles Caverzagie — American History; Mr. James Coolman — Accounting, Recordkeeping, Business Law, Mr. Bob Priebe — 9th Social Studies, World History I and II; Mr. Joe Anderson — Government and Society. Psychology. Sociology. accounting . . . sociology . . . typing . . ABOVE LEFT: The executives of tomorrow’s business world: Ed Adams. Norm Schoch, Rod Rinner, Rod Draper. ABOVE RIGHT: An anonymous admirer ordered a Homecom- ing mum for Mr. Joe Anderson delivered by Deb Moore and Kristi Smith. LEFT: Student teacher. Mrs. Judy Herzog taught in the Social Studies Department second semester. 78 computer science . . . murals . . . clothing . . . college math ... art . . .mi Reflections of ’82-’83 My junior year will be a memory to me be- cause I bought a 1953 Mercury with only 127,000 miles on it. It runs really well and gets 18-20 miles to the gallon. This year my car is 30 years old and that makes it an antique. — Kevin Carpenter Everyone waits for that great moment! You hear the roar of the crowd! All eyes are watch- ing you. Yes, you too can fall off your stool in Practical Science! — Mary Schreiber I’ll never forget when Ann Masters and I dyed our hair purple and dressed “punk” for crazy days during Spirit Week. — Valerie Stewart The year has been the best because I have met new people who will leave lasting impres- sions. But I will not forget old friends This school exemplifies that both love and friends will endure. It may seem strange but this is what the year has taught me. — Joe Prokupek A moment I will remember about this year is one which happened during the musical “Bells Are Ringing.” One of the actors in- volved in the musical took a moment to thank me for taking the time to do a musical. This, he said, provided him with a unique experience to remember about his senior year. This statement, in turn, provided me with a feeling of it being worth all the effort. — Mr. Ron Nelson In the Art, Math and Home Economics Departments, students have many opportunities for special projects. Mrs. Sharon Smith gives her students a chance to work with young children in a Play School which lasts for two weeks. The children enjoy activities while the Child Care students observe and supervise. Besides presenting an art show and entering contests, Mr. Tom Wise’s art students have decorated the hall- ways with several murals. An Apple a day helps students be smart! Mr. Tom Schirmer, Mr. Ferde Goings and Mr. Arlin Rasmussen teach a total of 39 students in Computer Science classes. Mrs. Jacque Gaebel’s Advanced Clothing students test their skills by doing special tailoring and sewing projects. Mrs. Gaebel is also in charge of the Food Service classes which have held Mini Restaurants for the past two years. ABOVE LEFT: Home Economics. Art. Math: (seated) Mrs. Jacque Gaebel — Clothing, Child Care, Food Service 1 and II; Jarinda Ehlers — student teacher; (standing) Mrs. Sharon Smith — Foods and Nutri- tion 1 and II, General Home Economics, Modern Adults Roles. Child Development; Mr. Arlin Rasmussen — Algebra II, Computer Science, College Math. Geometry; Mr. Tom Wise — Art I, II, III; Mr. Ferde Goings - Algebra, Vocational Math. Computer Science; Mr. Tom Schirmer - Algebra I, Geometry, Calculus, Computer II. LEFT: Charlie Mink and Scott Snyder put the finishing touches on Valentine cakes. ABOVE: Steve Pohlmeier at the potter’s wheel. 79 TOP: Seniors practice their last walk as high schoolers. Pictured are Lorie Forrest and Mark Cundall. MIDDLE: Participants of the banana split relay stuff themselves; Students gather around the homecoming bonfire; Sopho- mores decorate their hall for spirit week; Sandy Stevens accepts her award at the band banquet from Mr. John Brooks. BOTTOM: Decorating for homecoming in the sophomore hallway is Steve Combs’ job; Karen Tschirren waits to walk in the Korina- tion at the King Korn Karnival; Seniors Jay Meisinger, Kathy Minford, John Moorehead, Vicki Frazier, Jon Meisinger and Shannon Case express their craziness on Crazy Day. Reflections Of . . . Homecoming dances and late evenings, Devilmania and the togetherness of class participation. Penny Carnival booths and delicious banquets . . . Activities 82 I LEFT: Clown Capers even include snake charmers! RIGHT: Recognize Steve Copenhaver, Alicia Green. Mary Pointer, Sandy Richardson. Kris Beaty. Susan Todd, Jamie Leslie. Angel Sacco. Roger Wiles, Paula Brown, Jamie Smithson, and Gary Crane? BOTTOM: Never a serious moment! KKKKK THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23: The 51st Kass Kounty King Korn Karnival opened with the corona- tion on Thursday evening. Seventeen senior couples walked in this coronation as the Dukes and Dut- chesses. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24: Students were dis- missed from school at 11:30 to participate in the parade downtown as well as the pep rally held on Main Street. PHS band, drill team, cheerleaders, and football players participated in the afternoon parade. The 1982 Sweetheart was PHS Senior Denise Du- ever. The Blue Devils traveled to Gretna and won the football game by a score of 34-0. SATRUDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: The carnival Grand Parade ended on a good note with the PHS marching band taking part. First Drama Production “Classy Clown Capers” was a series of plays fea- turing circus type performances with juggling, tum- bling, and musical instruments. The performers were: Kris Beaty, Paula Brown, Steve Copenhaver, Gary Crane, Alicia Green, Jamie Leslie, Mary Pointer, Sandy Richardson, Angel Sacco, Jamie Smithson, Susan Todd and Roger Wiles. 83 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ BELOW: Faculty hopes to jump off to a good start with Mrs. Ruth Wassinger leading the way. RIGHT: Sophomores’ human pyramid awaits the outcome of their performance. BOTTOM: Seniors display their unbeatable battle cry. 84 TOP: Freshmen pull through to capture Devilmania title. BELOW: Stuffing himself to the limit, Mr. Ralph Tar- nasky quickly clears his dish in the Banana Split Relay. BOTTOM: Most Handsome Couple was awarded to Sen- iors Peggy Young and Mike Tassone. 1982 Devilmania Freshmen captured first place in the Second Annu- al Devilmania Games with a total of 42 points. Other standings were as follows: second place-juniors (38 1 2 points); third place-seniors (35 1 2 points); fourth place-sophomores (33 points); and in fifth place-faculty (31 points). Event Champions FRESHMEN SOPHOMORES Tricycle Race Hallway Decoration Jump Rope Volleyball (tie) T ug-of-War Volleyball (tie) SENIORS JUNIORS Most Handsome Couple Three-Legged Race One Mile Relay Pyramid Building Banana Split Relay Obstacle Course FACULTY 85 Softball Tournament ♦ ♦ ♦ + + « ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ + ♦ « LEFT: Betsy Musgjerd shows her “tropical punk” look on crazy day. BELOW: New lab specimens for chemistry class? No, it’s John Moorehead and Tricia Henning. BOTTOM: Hallway decorations were transferred to the cafete- ria — the scene of the Homecoming dance. 86 TOP: Homecoming Royalty — Rod McKulsky, Tonya Horn, Pat Dettmer, Vicki Frazier, Former King-Kelly Kindelin, King Jay Meisinger, Queen Karen Tschirren, Former Queen-Vicki Cundall, Mark Schuette, Kathy Minford, Greg Schneider, and Lorie Forrest. MIDDLE: Devils faced the Norris Titans in Homecoming football competi- tion and defeated them 28-14. BOTTOM: Roger Wiles and Kathy Minford dance to the theme “Keep the Firt Riirnin’ ” Homecoming Schedule Monday: Hat and Shades Day Thursday: Crazy Day Tuesday: Pajama Day Friday: Blue and Gold Wednesday: Western Day Day New Traditions Senior Class Held a bonfire on Thursday night before Homecoming and went chanting down Main Street to get everyone fired up. The Cheerleaders kidnapped Coach Fuller and the Team captains and took them to the County Jail where they were held for the ransom of “spirit”. The Freshmen Class won Devilmania! 87 ♦ ♦ � ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ 5-h Dh CO ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Seniors Victorious The remains were everywhere- pieces of tape on the wall, torn crepe paper on the floor, trash cans full of colored paper and spirit chains, paint chipping off win- dows, and complaints from the classes who didn’t win. Spirit Week creeped up on us on Val- entine’s Day and took lots of people by surprise. Being unprepared, most classes threw ideas together and quickly decorat- ed hallways and planned skits. The Seniors took Spirit Week cham- pionship, winning the hallway decora- tions, skit, and battle cries. The class of 83 is undefeated in Spirit Week battle cry competition thus far. In addition to battle cries, decorations, and skits, classes participated in relay events and purchased paper for spirit chains that were measured at the pep rally. TOP: Mike Rasmussen takes the lead in the ping- pong-ball blowing contest. MIDDLE: The seniors were awarded a pizza and pop party for their Spirit Week victory. Bill Hayes shows his enthusiasm as Pat Dettmer looks on. BOTTOM: The Superduperheroes! From left are: Wonderwoman (Jenny Haag), Superman (Kurt Meisinger), Aquaman (Bill Hayes), Catwoman (Betsy Musgjerd), The Joker (Kirk Emig), Batwoman (Cheryl Goings), Robin (Joe Warga), and Batman (Marc Tassone). UiW 88 TOP: 1983 Sweetheart Royalty: Yvonne Ratzburg, Sandra Hild, Sue Humphrey, Queen Lorie Forrest, King Gene Konkler, Jim Heim. Chet Beasley, and Mike Hustead. LEFT: The winner of the Spirit Mouth Competition is Jim Hirz! RIGHT: “Can’t Stop that Devil Spirit” served as the theme for Spirit Week ’83. 89 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ « ♦ c c 0) Cl. « ♦ « « « « «i ♦ « « « « « « « RIGHT: “What are we going to do with all these flowers! exclaims French Club sponsor Miss Paap as Shelly Pohlmeier helps out. BELOW: Cheerleaders Kathy Scarpello and Kris Shown experience yet another slow spell at the kissing booth. 90 Carnival Brings $’s The annual Penny Carnival was held April 16, 1983. This event was sponsored by the National Honor Society and all school clubs were invited to hold their own booths to raise money for their organizations. The clubs involved this year were FHA, SUNS, Journalism II, Cheerleaders, Span- ish Club, Honor Society, Letter Club, French Club, Drama Club, Prom Servers, and Food Service. Attendance at the carnival was good and over $250 was raised by the various organizations, a good profit for most. Sales were up as kids took part in the carnival’s wide range of booths. They could throw a football or shoot free throws to win prizes, or throw darts at teachers (pictures of course) for the sheer pleasure of revenge. If romance was in the air, a marriage ceremony, complete with rings, bouquet, and certificate, was a sure bet as was a quarter kiss from a cheerleader. If one was feeling a bit lucky, he could play putt-putt or quarters (for pop.) Even if the feeling was hunger there was an abundance of food available ranging from hot nachos to cold pop. After the carnival, a dance was held in the cafeteria for all to enjoy. Dj’s Jim Hirz and Kirk Emig played nonstop music as the dancers tripped the light till midnight. Royalty for the dance was as follows: Seniors Doug Carroll and Cheryl Goings, Juniors Jim Heim and Sue Humphrey, Sophomores Jay Martin and Jenny Covert, and Freshmen Richard Church and Debbie Priebe. LEFT: Concentration is the key to shooting free throws as Jim Hirz demonstrates. BELOW: Debbie Priebe and Paul Falletto trip the light fantastic at the dance. BOTTOM: Jay Martin takes a break from entertaining the kids. 91 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ + ♦ ♦ « � ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Employer-Employee Banquet Over 300 people attended the 13th annual Em- ployer-Employee Banquet held on April 18th in the high school gym. More than 50 businesses were re- presented at the banquet with advisory council and Plattsmouth Community School officials present as well. This year’s mistress of ceremonies was Karen Tschirren and the response was given by Mr. A1 MacFarlene manager of Godfather’s. Before dinner an invocation was given by Rev. John Middents and after dinner entertainment was provided by the Music Department of the Middle School. This banquet is a means of thanking the various merchants, business, and professional people who employ high school students in the DE and Work Experience programs. TOP: Karen Tschirren welcomes everyone to the 13th Annua) Employer-Employee Banquet. ABOVE: Jeannie Reichart and Sharon Kellison take a breather while setting up for the special night. 92 Athletic Banquet Monday, May 9 marks the date of the annual Athletic Banquet. Students who had participated in the PHS sports program throughout the year gathered to enjoy a banquet meal and honor those among them who were deemed the fastest, strongest, most improved and just plain outstanding. Rick Kreifels of KOTD served as master of ceremonies and Steve Bernth of the high school provided the closing remarks. LEFT: Outstanding student athletes Vicki Frazier and Doug Carroll. BELOW: Awards were presented to male and female athletes. A complete list is provided below. FOOTBALL GIRLS GOLF GIRLS BASKETBALL Most Improved: Most Valuable Player: Most Improved: Kevin Munger Lisa Wagner Mary Lu Steube i Most Valuable Backs: Best Free Throw Percentage: Jay Meisinger BOYS GOLF Julie Covert Rod McKulsky Most Outstanding Golfer: Most Valuable Player. Most Valuable Offensive Lineman: Rob Beebe Jenny Haag Doug Heim Most Valuable Receiver: CROSS COUNTRY TRACK Doug Carroll Outstanding Girl CC Runner: Most Outstanding Weightman: Most Valuable Defensive Linebacker: Deana Millington Doug Carroll John Moorehead Outstanding Boy CC Runner: Most Outstanding Trackman: Most Valuable Defensive Lineman: Marc Tassone Doug Carroll Doug Carroll Most Outstanding Sprinter: Most Valuable Defensive Backs: WRESTLING Kurt Meisinger Mike Dorzweiler Outstanding Wrestlers: Robert Werning John Moorehead GIRLS TRACK Most Valuable Player: Doug Carroll Most Valuable Runner: John Moorehead Vicki Frazier Merlin Mitteis Award: BASKETBALL Doug Carroll Most Improved: NATIONAL SCHOLAR ATHLETE Bill Krejci AWARD: VOLLEYBALL Outstanding Defensive Player: Kevin Munger Most Improved: Pat Dettmer Vicki Frazier Lori Meier Outstanding Offensive Player: Most Valuable Player David Wehrbein OUTSTANDING ATHLETE AWARDS: Julie Covert Most Valuable Player: Doug Carroll David Wehrbein Vicki Frazier 93 ♦ M ♦ ♦ « ♦ « ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ « ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ % ♦ � ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Band Banquet Approximately 175 people attended the annual Plattsmouth Band Parents Banquet on May 8th in the high school gym. Band directors Skip Kull and John Brooks com- mented on the highlights of the 1982-83 band year and recognized members for their achievements. Awards were as follows: (Superior Rating Awards)- John Kurt, Tina Coen, Julie Rookstool, Jodell Meisinger, Jenny Todd, Kara Sheil, Kathy Albin, Pat Gansemer, Tricia Henning, Kelly Prather, and Betsy Musgjerd. (Outstanding Band Member)- Betsy Musgjerd. (Drum Majorettes)- Marcia Case and Terri More- head. Also receiving recognition for achievements at con- test were Eric Schoch, Laurie Flockhart, Craig Wehr- bein, and Lee Kshywonis. TOP: Pictured here are the 1982-83 Band Banquet award winners. ABOVE: Betsy Musgjerd proudly displays her Outstand- ing Band Member award. 94 Honors Night Tuesday, May 17, was the night to honor student accom- plishments. The annual Honors Night began with the induc- tion ceremony for the National Honor Society. Nineteen sophomores and juniors were tapped for admission. Awards from various clubs and contests were then pre- sented. The evening ended with a reception for honorees and parents. TOP: Mary Lu Steube tapped Jenny Co- vert for the Honor Society. LEFT: Punch was served after the awards ceremony and Sue Humphrey, Laurie Flock- hart, Jim Garnett, Traci Horn, Kristi Smith and Denise Deuver were on hand to greet guests. “A” CERTIFICATES Mike Hustead Kent Hutton Eric Schoch Marcia Case Jenny Covert Debbie Keller Laura Smith Jeff Hild Kristi Smith Jim Ulrich Kirk Emig Tricia Henning Bill Wagner Susie Elworth Kevin Munger Betsy Musgjerd TRUMP TECHNICAL AWARD Randy Schroeder OUTSTANDING BUSINESS AWARD Vicki Frazier TRUMP BUSINESS AWARD Peggy Young OUTSTANDING DECA MEMBER Kathy Ulrich FHA AWARDS Debbie Moore Tricia Henning Debbie Keller Sandy Campbell HOME ECONOMICS AWARD Anne Emick FHA ENCOUNTER PROJECTS Kristi Smith Rhonda Winters SPECIAL DECA AWARD Karen Tschirren OUTSTANDING FBLA AWARD Terri Haddock OFFICE AND SECRETARIAL AWARD Terri Haddock OUTSTANDING THESPIAN Sandy Richardson (1983) Joe Risk (1979-83) JOURNALISM AWARDS Doug Carroll Kathy Ulrich MATH AWARDS Jeff Hild Kevin Munger Kirk Emig YEARBOOK DEDICATION Mrs. Sharon Smith NHS INDUCTION 19 new members VOCATIONAL-INDUSTRIAL AWARDS Randy Schroeder Daryl Meisinger Gene Konkler Dave Schreiber Andy Reichart Craig Bushnell Keith Volwiler Dan Murray James Block Ron Ashline FBLA AWARDS Mike Lewis Lonny Otto Kathy Rossow Terri Haddock 95 ♦ � � ♦ ♦ � ♦ � ♦ • « ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ + ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Turn The Page One of the highlights of high school life comes once a year on the first Saturday in May — the Junior Senior Prom. The 1983 prom will long be remem- bered with visions of tuxedos with tails, burgundy and silver, pretty plants and candles, prom server book- worms, a couple of wills, white dresses, expensive dinners, silver stars, DJ’s, salad bars, great friends, nice cars, and “Turn the Page.’’ May 7th was the date for this treasured occasion, with the banquet setting off the evening. Toastmaster at the banquet was Jerry Dilliard and the invocation was given by Lisa Wagner, welcome by Matt Wy- more, response by Karen Tschirren, senior wills by Roger Wiles, and closing remarks by Rudy Avila. This year two delicious salad bars were set up. The prom servers inched their way around dressed as bookworms and tended to everyone’s needs. The 1983 prom servers were as follows: Jenny Covert, Bill Wagner, Brenda Knople, Greg Bashus, Debbie Lepert, John Sullivan, Dianna Lesher, Lonnie Otto, Kara Sheil, Todd Smethers, Sandra Hild, Sean Pohlmeier, Laurie Smith, Steve Combs, Tracy Por- ter, Kevin Heim, Marcia Case, Phillip Ranney, Sherri Simms, Ty Morris, Pattie Harrison, and Shane Thor- stad. Crowning of the 1983 Prom Royalty began at 11 p.m. with the introductions of all the candidates. Junior Attendants were Jean Reichart, Kevin Car- penter, Sue Humphrey, and Keith Pecha. Senior At- tendants were Vicki Frazier and Tom McCormick and the King and Queen were Doug Carroll and Aimee Todd. Crownbearers for the event were Andy Ulrich and Christine Wassinger. % TOP: Prom brings smiles to everyone, especially Trish Lewandowski, Mike Ofe, Jim Heim, and Jeanne Reichart. LEFT: Couples slow dance at the prom. RIGHT: Doug, you can’t fall asleep yet, it’s only 10:00. 97 98 ABOVE: David Wehrbein and Mike Tassone, togeth- er again, along with Rod McKulsky show off their ex- pert dancing abilities. LEFT: No, Mary Lu, you can’t turn Doug into Tom Sellek by touching him with the magic wand. 99 TOP: Drama Club clowns around in the grand finale of the Classy Clown Caper. MIDDLE: Susan Todd sneaks up on Alicia Green during the “Classy Clown Caper; Jour- nalism II members work hard; S.U.N.S. mem- bers attend convention; Newly installed DECA officers and members eat after the ceremony. BOTTOM: Roger Wiles and Kelly Geschke keep moving during the dance-a-thon; During DECA’s Christmas party for children, Mrs. Was- singer talks to Santa; Journalism II members pose with the car they raffled off. EC Reflections Of . . . DECA conventions and dance-a-thons, Penny Carnival booths and field trips, M M candies, sweetheart cakes, pizza kits, and sales pitches used on unsuspecting buyers. 101 TOP: New Honor Society members tapped in the induction ceremony were: (front) Jenny Covert, Julie Bear, Kara Sheil, Diana Lesher, Debbie Lepert; (back) Bill Wagner, Patti Harrison. Tracy Porter, Marcia Case. ABOVE: Also tapped this year were: (front) Brenda Lepert, Alicia Green, Kathy Rossow, Laura Smith, Debbie Keller; (back) Greg Glaze, Greg Sikora, Jerry Dilliard, Steve Combs, Shane Thorstad. 102 ABOVE: 1982-83 Officers include Presi- dent Betsy Musgjerd, Vice President Trisha Henning, Treasurer Cheryl Goings and Sec- retary Pat Dettmer. LEFT: 1982-83 Honor Society members (names listed below). The Jessie Whalen Chapter of the National Honor Society is dedicated to the tenets of leadership, scholar- ship, service and character. Students chosen for mem- bership are judged to possess these qualities and mem- bers pledge to uphold them. Each year the members host the traditional tapping ceremony to welcome new members. This year, as in the past, the ceremony was held in conjunction with Honors Night, May 17. Nineteen new members were inducted this year — seven juniors and twelve sophomores. Another major activity of the society is organizing and hosting the annual Penny Carnival. Each club within the school can put up a booth to raise money for their organization and after the carnival, a dance is held. Graduating senior members include Betsy Musgjerd, Kevin Munger, Andy Reichart, Debbie Moore, Norm Schoch, Pat Dettmer, Tricia Henning, Terry Baroni, Kristi Smith, Denise Duever, Kurt Meisinger, Cheryl Goings, Joe Warga. Also in the society are seniors Paul Hula, Mary Lu Steube, Teresa Haddock, Doug Carroll, Richard Boettcher, Kirk Emig, John Moorehead, Vicki Frazier, Lori Meier, Lorie Forrest, Joe Prokupek and Kim Wal- lace. Taking over the duties of the office holders will be Rudy Avila as president, Jim Garnett as vice president, Sue Humphrey as treasurer and Dorothy Thiessen as treasurer. Remaining junior members include Traci Horn, Jeff Hild, Laurie Flockhart and Jim Ulrich. 103 S.U.N.S. (Students United for Nebraska Safety) once again had a busy year. Fundraising was a big factor. The selling of candy helped the students who raised money for SUNS to go to National Convention which was held in Alabama. The group also did a play over at the Middle School for the junior high students which was a presentation on the importance of safety. Also the Great American Smoke Out was a big success for the SUNS students. For the 1982-83 year Roger Wiles served as state president and nation- al vice president. Other state and board members include Kathy Minford and Dawn Eaton. The local group was led by Susie Elworth, president; Kathy Minford, vice president; Lisa Hickman, sec. treasurer; Mike Tas- sone, press secretary; Roger Wiles, historian. TOP: SUNS members: (seated) Mary Moorehead, Pam Jensen, Lonny Otto; (second row) Yvonne Ratzburg, Amy Ogle, Peggy Young, Paula Brown, Lisa Hickman, Kim Singer; (third row) Roger Wiles, Mike Tassone, Susie Elworth, Kevin Caverzagie, Patty Sacco. ABOVE LEFT: Mary Moorehead was a card girl at the SUNS presentation at the Middle School. ABOVE: Kathy Minford, Lonny Otto and Susie Elworth present their safety ability to the Middle School students. 104 The Future Business Leaders of America participated in FBLA State Leadership Conference in Omaha, April 14 and 15. Honorable Mention Certificates were given to those students placing in the top 8% in their competitive event. Those people receiving certificates were Mike Lewis, Lonny Otto and Terri Haddock. Kathy Rossow also received a third place trophy in Stenographer I and a third place trophy in Clerk Typist II. Terri Haddock earned a first place trophy in Clerk Typist II, a fourth place in Stenographic Competency and was named to the top eight in Female Student of the Year. Terri will compete in the Clerk Typist II event at National Leadership Conference in San Francisco in July. TOP: (front) Dawn Hughes, Terri Haddock, Judi Gerbeiing, Candi Beck, Dona Moore, Lori Gerbellng, Evy Baumgart, Sponsor Mary Nel- son; (second row) Jerry Dilliard, Mike Lewis, Kathy Rossow, Lonny Otto, John Kurt, Shane Thorstad. ABOVE LEFT: Lonny and Shane take time off from the practice test given to them to pre- pare for state convention. ABOVE RIGHT: Mike, Kathy, Lonny and Terri proudly display their trophies and certifi- cates received at the state convention. 105 The Distributive Education Clubs of America started off the year with installation of officers which was held at Godfather’s Pizza. The state of Nebraska had a chance to show off its leader- ship by hosting the Central Regions Conference held at Oma- ha. DECA also held a Dance-a-thon for Muscular Distrophy and raised over $2,700. This effort, a very big success, involved many hours of planning and preparation. State convention was held in Lincoln. Two PHS students qualified for the national convention which is to be held in New Orleans. These two students who will represent Plattsmouth are Chris Walker and Jeff Elston. TOP: (first row) Janet Fees, Marc Tassone, Joe Warga, Kathy Ulrich, Dawn Stephenson, Aimee Todd; (second) Karen Tschirren, Cindy Podgurski, Melissa Byrk, Kim Franzen, Mary Lu Stuebe, Sharon Kellison, Mrs. Ruth Wassinger (sponsor); (third) Jeanne Reichart, Tammi Kintzle, Alicia Green, Mary Pointer, Patty John- son, Danette Anderson, Teresa Cook, Susan Carmichael; (fourth) James Hurst, Wade Wymore, Lori Meier, Kim Peterson, Morgan Muller; (fifth) Darren Merrill, Dan Abbitt, Jerry Dilliard, Matt Wy- more, Dan Meisinger. LEFT: Matt Wymore, DECA vice president, participated in the dance-a-thon. ABOVE: DECA members chow down at this year’s installation of officers. 106 TOP: (front) Kris Beaty. Tracy King, Angie Pohlmeier, Alicia Green; (seated) Scott Bryant, Lisa Martin, Mrs. Bobbi Christian, sponsor; (standing) Lonny Otto. Andrea Richardson, Kristi Smith, Kelly Geschke, Todd Smethers, Wendy Hickman, Wendy Viglietta, Laura Smith. ABOVE: Paula Brown and Roger Wiles are just clowning around. RIGHT: Sandy Richardson and Scott Bryant during the musical, Bells Are Ringing. This year the Drama Club expanded its program by working with the music department on the musical, “Bells Are Ring- ing.” The group also held a dessert theater and presented a one- act play cutting from “Dr. Cook’s Garden.” At District competition, the drama group finished second, and at the state meet, the Oral Interpretation of Drama group finished fourth. This group consisted of Sandy Richardson, Jim Hirz and Scott Bryant. Also Joe Risk was honored with the Best Actor award at speech competition. 107 cn C D, CO RIGHT: Mike Lewis and Troy Wood help at Penny Carnival with the Spanish Club’s nachos booth. BELOW: (front) Brenda Lepert, Betsy Musg- jerd, Roger Wiles, Tricia Henning, Mike Baroni; (back) Denise Duever, Kim Singer, Debbie Le- pert, Mike Lewis, Pat Walker and Mr. Ralph Tarnasky (sponsor). BOTTOM: Spanish Club Officers: Brenda Le- pert, treasurer; Trisha Henning, vice president; Betsy Musgjerd, secretary; Roger Wiles, presi- dent. The Spanish Club featured a variety of activities this year. At the beginning of the year, the club held a volleyball game with the French Club and the Spanish Club pulled through a victory. Penny Carnival is always a specialty with the Spanish Club. A booth selling nachos was the fundraising project for the club. Members ended the year with a trip to Trini’s Mexican Restau- rant. 108 TOP: (front) Becky Stodola, Kris Beaty, Kelly Geschke, Terry Baroni; (back) Miss Virginia Paap (sponsor), Cheryl Goings, Shelly Pohlmeier, Kathy Rossow, Jodi Mrasek, Evy Baumgart, Kristi Smith, Kelly Prather, Trisha Lewandowski, Lori Jeanneret. ABOVE: Each year the French Club members make flowers to sell at Penny Carnival. Shown are Miss Paap and Jodi Mrasek. RIGHT: Joe Prokupek tries to intimidate during the French vs. Spanish volleyball game. The French Club bake sale is always something to look forward to — unless of course a person is counting calories. Chocolate eclairs, tartes and chocolate mousse are all temptations that the club members prepare to lure customers to the sale table. Another project for the club this year was to purchase posters for the French classroom. Scenes of Paris and the Eiffel Tower now decorate the room. French Club was led by Cheryl Goings, president; Shelly Pohlmeier, vice president; and Kelly Prather, secretary treasurer. Front: Teri Morehead, Becky Toman; Seated: Kim Toman, Kim Patenaude, Vicki Frazier. Mike Hustead, Chris Draper; Standing: Marc Tassone, Mike Tassone, Julie Bear. Kathy Minford, Greg Schneider, David Wehrbein, Sean Pohlmeier, Richard Church, Marcia Case, Chris Kindelin, and Sue Humphrey. Richard, Mike, Kim and Kim display the new Senior Picture Display case which was purchased by the Stu- dent Council this year. Other projects the Council overlooks are the pop machines in the main hallways. Also they sponsor spirit week, Christmas decorations and dance, and the annual Sweetheart Dance. 110 The 1982 83 Drill Team had a very successful year as they performed pre- game shows for the football season, and also the half time show for the basketball season. The Devilettes were lead by Cap- tains Lori Meier and Kim Toman. The Devilettes performed a variety Df dances including a dance that was jnique to the PHS audience that fea- :ured the squad to Punk Rock. 1982-83 Drill Team Members: (front) Kris ieaty, Vicki Frazier, Peggy Young, Kris Shown, ?atti Sacco; (middle) Cheryl Goings, Kim Peter- ;on, Jody Mrasek, Karen Tschirren, Julie Bear; back) Shelly Pohlmeier, Jenny Haag, Lori Aeier, Kim Toman. Above Right: Cheryl Go- ings and Jenny Haag march off the field feeling relieved that the performance went well. Above Left: Drill Team members participate in the Homecoming Pep Rally. Left: Chin up eyes for- ward and shake those pompons. Ill TOP: The varsity cheerleaders build that spirit higher, higher. MIDDLE: Varsity cheerleaders: (front) Jeanne Reichart, Tonya Horn, Kim Patenaude, Amy Ogle; (second row) Lisa Hickman, Traci Horn, Lorie For- rest. Lisa Wurtele; (third row) Kathy Minford, Jodie Gibson, Stacy Danner, Dawn Eaton. BOTTOM: Lisa Wurtele shows enthusiasm be- fore a pep rally. 112 TOP LEFT: Lisa and Lorie show the closeness of the cheerleaders. TOP RIGHT: Freshmen cheer- leaders: (front) Deana Millinton; (sides) Dawn Gogerty and Ann Mas- ters; (top) Yvonne Ratzburg. MIDDLE LEFT: Cheerleading Captains for 1982-83 are Pattie Har- rison (reserve), Dawn Gogerty, (freshmen), Tonya Horn, Lorie For- rest, Kim Patenaude, (varsity). MIDDLE RIGHT: Senior Cheer- leaders lead battle cries during pep rally. BOTTOM: Reserve Cheerleaders; Pattie Harrison, Sheri Simms and Tracy Porter; (back) Sandra Hild. 113 The Future Homemakers of America began an active year and joined the district meeting at Louisville. FHA had 7 participants in the S.E.A.R.C.H. program (Student Events for Achievement and Recogni- tion in Consumer Homemaking). In April, the state convention was held in Lincoln and Kristi Smith qualified for the competition in the SEARCH events. Other activities included a luau for the senior citizens and FHA also sold tumblers as a money-making project. During FHA week, the club members spon- sored a breakfast for the teachers. Officers for the year were: Sharon Kellison, president; Kathy Ros- sow, secretary; Alicia Green, treasurer; Laura Smith, publicity; Kristi Smith, historian. FHA is sponsored by Mrs. Jacque Gaebel and Mrs. Sharon Smith. FHA Members: (front) Alicia Green, Laura Smith, Kathy Rossow, Sharon Kellison, Kristi Smith; (middle) Debbie Keller, Rhonda Winters, Cherie Gootee, Becky Stodola, Debbie Vanderveen, Brenda Knople, Angie Paben; (back) Ann Emick, Valerie Stewart, Ann Mas- ters, Jeri Wood, Sue Pribramsky. ABOVE LEFT: Members exhibit posters used in SEARCH competition. ABOVE RIGHT: During FHA week, members served breakfast for faculty members. Here Sharon Kellison serves Mr. Ron Nelson. 114 TOP: Journalism staff members: (front) Betsy Musg- jerd, “Platter” editor, Vicki Frazier, “Plattonian” edi- tor; (middle) Karen Tschirren, John Moorehead, Kathy Ulrich, Doug Carroll; (back) Shelly Pohlmeier, Cheryl Goings, Julie Covert, Tim Pittman. ABOVE LEFT: Journalism students David Wehrbein, Betsy Musgjerd, and Jenny Haag, along with sponsor, Mrs. Audrey Smith, proudly display the first edition of the paper. ABOVE RIGHT: Having missed the staff picture be- cause of their busy schedules, Roger Wiles, Shannon Case and David Wehrbein pause for a moment to be recognized. The Journalism staff indeed had a very active and successful year. The staff chose “Reflections” for the Plattonian theme. Besides meeting the deadlines for the yearbook, the staff also kept busy with the newspaper, “The Platter”. One of the goals the staff set was to have a full page every time the paper came out, and the goal was achieved with some hard working, dedicated students. The staff also did some fundraising including raffling off a used Plymouth Duster. Also a vending machine was set up in the main hallway with the proceeds going to the Journalism Department. 115 Reflections Of . . . contests and clinics, practice and concerts, strained voices and melodious songs, early morning rehearsals and the nervous waiting for the judge’s decision -- a superior! 117. From D.C. To Tennessee, Band Gives ‘Superior’ Performances The PHS Marching Band was a little different this year in the fact that the freshmen were included in the Senior High Band for the first time. The marching band started its season early last year with a summer trip to Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and the World’s Fair. Throughout the rest of the season it marched in various county fairs and parades. In marching competition the band performed at the Seacrest contest, the Plattsmouth Invitational, and the State Competition at Pershing. The band received a Division II (excellent) rating at Seacrest, a Division I (superior) rating at the Invitational, and another I at Pershing. ABOVE: Freshmen Dan Huebner, Brad Krauth, and Jodell Meisinger- last minute worries before the big moment. RIGHT: Washed with relief at the end of the perfor- mance, Jenny Todd prepares herself for the results. 118 wwwmmmm vi mmmmmmmm ABOVE LEFT: The Marching Blue Devils performed with excellence at the State Marching Festival at Per- shing. Their efforts were rewarded with a superior rat- ing, adding to their statewide record of 18. ABOVE: “Anybody have any scissors? I’ll just cut it off!” LEFT: Standing at ease the band tenses up before its Division I performance at the Plattsmouth Invitational. “A band trip serves several purposes. Competition is always good, and we see what other top bands are doing which helps us adjust our standards.” — Kenneth K. Kull, Band Director 119 Drama, Chorus Join For Musical Hit: ‘Bells Are Ringing’ This year the Drama and Music Departments at PHS decided to combine their talents for the musical production ‘Bells Are Ringing’. The musical was performed on Thursday, December 2, and Friday, December 3 as a Dinner Theatre with Food Service I and 11 classes serving. The play was held for a third and final time on Sunday, December 5 without the dinner. Teachers in charge of the production were the music director, Mr. Ronald Nelson, and the drama director, Mrs. Barbara Christian. Sandy Richardson as Ella, and Scott Bryant as Jeff played the leading roles. The plot of the musical is centered around a telephone answering and wake- up call service for which Ella works. Here she falls in love with Jeff, a young playwright, over the phone. Finally they meet, and after solving a few problems which occur, they live happily ever after! Cast Of Characters Sue Patti Johnson Gwynne Valerie Thompson Ella Peterson Sandy Richardson Carl John Schleicher Inspector Barnes Jim Hirz Frances Kristi Smith Sandor Todd Smethers Jeff Moss • Scott Bryant Mary Hastings Raylene Pointer Telephone Man Phillip Ranney Ludwig Smiley Donnie Wood Dr. Kitchell Lonnie Otto Blake Barton Mark Chudy Other Actors Allen Tellinghuisen, John Kurt Joey Phillip Ranney Olga Wendy Viglietta Man from Corvello Mob Marc Tassone Other Man Joel Harris Carol Lori Gerbeling Paul Arnold Roger Wiles Michelle Wendy Hickman Master of Ceremonies Mr. Ron Nelson Policeman Lonnie Vang Maid Kara Sheil Butler Richard Propst 120 “This musical was a good experience for the large cast. We all got to be like a family. Doing a musical is harder work, but well worth it!” — Sandy Richardson and Scott Bryant, cast members Production Staff Music Director Mr. Ron Nelson Drama Director Mrs. Bobbi Christian Student Directors Raylene Pointer Lynnet Gootee Accompanists Lila Cole. Joyce Reimer Technical Director Mr. Gerald Coleman Lighting Susie Carmicheal, Larry Albin 1 Set Design Marc Tassone 1 Stage Crew Mary Pointer. Kris Beaty. I Gina Steele. Susie Carmicheal 1 Wendy Hickman. Kelly Geschke. Larry Albin Costume Assistant Kristi Smith Prop Director Laurie Smith Choreography Mrs. Eileen Deppe CENTER: The cast of “Bells Are Ringing” ABOVE: Carl (John Schleicher) teaches Ella (Sandy Richardson) a few dance steps. LEFT: The singers can dance, too! FAR LEFT: Jim Hirz lives the role of Inspector Barnes. 121 Madrigal Endures Two Cancellations Traditionally, Madrigal is a formal concert held during the winter months. This year’s madrigal concert was scheduled for the spring because of the musical production “Bells are Ringing” held in early December. The date of the 15th Madrigal performance was Sunday, March 27th at 8 p.m. in the high school gymnasium under the direction of Mr. Ron Nelson. The concert had originally been set for March 13th but because of illnesses and bad weather, it was scheduled for a later date. A lot of hard work and dedication was put into preparing for the Madrigal performance. Thirteen students took part. They were (sopra- nos) Kay Franck, Lynnet Gootee, Patti Johnson, and Valerie Thomp- son; (altos) Lisa McFadden, Kelly Prather, Sandy Richardson, and Kristi Smith; (basses) Phillip Ranney, John Schleicher, and Todd Smethers; (tenors) Scott Bryant, and Mark Chudy. Accompanist for the musical numbers was Mrs. Mary Nelson.. The four-part concert had an intermission in which a clarinet solo was performed by Kathy Albin. Following the completion of the concert was a reception. ABOVE: John Schleicher pauses for a breather in the busy process of setting up. RIGHT: Each pair of Madrigal members enters in a formal procession as illustrated by Valerie Thompson and Phillip Ranney. 122 “This year’s members developed a very nice blend. They’re a special group of people who have worked hard and through hard work and effort have excelled in their performances!” — Mr. Ronald Nelson, Director MIDDLE: Madrigal members Lisa McFadden, Kelly Prather. Scott Bryant, and Mark Chudy play their roles in the speaking piece “Used Car Lot”. TOP: The traditional Madrigal began as after dinner entertainment. Our Madrigal members keep the tradi- tion in one of their four parts of the concert. LEFT: Having fun is what Madrigal is all about as Scott Bryant and Mark Chudy demonstrate. 123 Ones Add Up The highlight of the concert band season was the District Music Contest held in April. The concert band performed three concerts during the course of the year. The two songs selected for this year’s contest were “Chimes of Liberty,” and “Exaltation.” The band received a superior rating on these numbers as well as collecting ten superior ratings individually for small groups and solos. Oftentimes the efforts put forth by the individuals are gone unrecognized by the public. Hours upon hours of practice go into a concert, and many band members spend extra time practicing on their own. Several students audi- tion for various honor bands conducted outside of school. The All-State Band and the Plainsman Honor Band are two such bands that PHS students can take part in. Three students from Plattsmouth were selected to play in these honor bands. Pat Gansemer and Betsy Musgjerd were cho- sen for the Nebraska All-State Band, and Patricia Henning and Betsy were selected to the Plainsman Honor Band. The individual hours of practicing also pay off in District competition. Ten soloists and ensembles received superior ratings at contest and six received excellent ratings. Superior ratings were as follows: Kathy Albin, clarinet; Tina Coen, flute; Pat Gansemer, snare drum; Patricia Hen- ning, trumpet; John Kurt, alto sax; Kelly Prather, trumpet; Betsy Musgjerd, alto sax; Julie Rookstool, marimba; Kara Sheil, flute; and Saxophone Quartet (Betsy, John, Jodell Meisinger, and Jenny Todd.) Receiving Excellent ratings: Rudy Avila, trombone; Wen- dy Barkus, trumpet; Anne Emick, bass clarinet; Laurie Flockhart, clarinet; Flute Trio; (Tina, Kara, and Suzanne Byrk.) and Trumpet Trio (Eric Schoch, Craig Wehrbein, and Lee Kshywonis.) Whether it’s individually or as a group, the practice pays off when the musicians are awarded superior ratings in District Music Competition. TOP: Dressed in their finest, the members of the concert band begin their performance that earned a superior rating at Contest. ABOVE: The trumpet line, led by first chair Patricia Henning, plays in unison. LEFT: The flute trio — Kara Sheil, Tina Coen, and Suzann' Byrk — performs for the first time at the spring concert. 124 “Dedication is the key word to the success of the band. It’s a team project and the outcome is deter- mined by the effort put forth by each member.” — Patricia Henning, senior member TOP: French horn players Lisa Martin and Phillip Ranney take advan- tage of the time to relax before the concert. MIDDLE: Julie Rookstool performed a marimba solo that achieved recognition at contest. BOTTOM: Mr. Skip Kull, director, has fun with practice before the big concert. 125 Chorus Makes Beautiful Music '! Vii ABOVE: Mr. Nelson presented outstanding musician awards at the spring concert. RIGHT: Todd Smethers performs his contest solo that earned him a one at contest. The PHS advanced chorus, under the direction of Mr. Ron Nel- son, performed two concerts during the course of the year, attended three clinics, and competed in the District Music Contest in March. At District Contest, the varsity chorus received a superior rating on their performance which included the songs “No Mark” and “Say Love if Ever Thou Didst Find.” Seven small groups and soloists also participated in the contest and two superior ratings were attained. The soloists achieving divi- sion I ratings were Scott Bryant and Todd Smethers. Division II ratings were awarded to Sandy Richardson, Valerie Thompson, their duet, and Kelly Prather. The Madrigal received a rating of good in district competition. Awards were presented at the spring concert to the individuals who received superior ratings at contest and to the members of the varsity chorus. Outstanding musician awards were presented to the following people: Lisa McFadden and Mark Chudy, freshmen; Todd Smethers and Valerie Thompson, sophomores; Lynnet Gootee and Sandy Richardson, juniors; Kelly Prather and Scott Bryant, seniors. 126 “We’ve had a successful year. In chorus, you can’t have people competing with each other or it will mess up the whole group. We all got along very well this year.” — Lynnet Gootee TOP: The varsity chorus lines up for a superior rating at District Music Contest. ABOVE: Watching intently, the sopranos make beautiful music togeth- er. LEFT: The combined efforts of Valerie Thompson and Sandy Richard- son earned an excellent rating at contest. 127 Reflections Of . . . hard work and saving money, faithful support and loyal p and early Saturday mornings, asking for contributions ar atrons, long hours id selling _ Midwest Federal mk v1 SAVINGS AND LOAN Mb' Plattsmouth 6th and Avenue A • 296-2105 iis a, ScitnUs cW. R.R. 2 • PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA 68048 • TELEPHONE: (402) 298-8442 Fluid Fertilizer — Custom Application — Ag. 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He has over 300 hours of work in this clock and it weighs over one ton. 508 Main 142 648 1st Avenue 2960169 611 Chicago Avenue RUBACK'S SUPERMARKET Hi Neighbor” PIONEER FEDERAL SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION Plattsmouth, Ne 68048-0529 (402) 296-4404 143 Reflections Of Dear friends and caring teachers, the excitement of an A + and enthusiasm on the first day back to school, the disappointment of a downslip and regrets about forgetting to study, the sensation of victory and the pain of defeat, the companionship of clubs and the competitiveness of activities, waiting, waiting and waiting to be a senior and feelings of sadness when it is all over. Yearbook Staff Colophon Editor: Vicki Frazier The 320 copies of the 1983 Plattonian were printed by the Assistant editor: Shannon Case Jostens American Yearbook Company, represented by Bill Business Managers: Mike Tassone. David Wehrbein Jandric. The selling price of the book was $13.50 each. 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