Rensselaer High School - Chaos Yearbook (Rensselaer, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1983 volume:

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JOHN AHLER MIKE BEAN KELLY BELL JOHN BLACKBURN RAY BLACKLIDGE TERRY BOESCH 3 CRAIG BRANDENBURG TOM BRANSON ALLEN BRIDGEMAN LARRY BRINLEY MARY BRUSHNAHAN MARGARET BURRIS BOB CARTER MARK CASTAO (MILLER) JOE CHESAK LINDA CHISKO KARIN CRAMER MARTY CRAMER 4 MIKE DELANEY MICHELLE DOBSON DAVID DOWNARD KIM DUNLAP PAUL RISHBURN DALE FLEMING KIM FLINN TERESA FONTAINE CINDY FRITCH BARBARA FROME PATTI GARRITY SANDY GASTINEAU 5 LORIE GEESA CARLA GONZALES RAY GRIFFIN JENNIFER GROPPE ANN GWIN JULIE HAMMOND SCOTT HANNON KIM HARPER BRENDA HARSHA BRAD HASKINS CRAIG HEALEY KEITH HENRY 6 CATHY HERSHMAN JEAN HOLBROOK KIM HOLT DOUGLAS HOOVER BRENDA HOWELL CAROLYN HOWELL HELEN HUGHES BETH HURLEY KATHY HURLEY JACKIE HURTADO LISA ISLEY JENIFER JENKINS 7 JENNIFER JENNINGS KEVIN JUNK KATHY JORDAN NORA KAMOS LINDA KENDALL TOM KENNEDY PETER KENNY BRAD KOEHLER SANDRA KOHLEY BELINDA KUCINSKAS ED LANE CHARLES LAWSON 8 BILL LEWIS WANETTA LINBACK SCOTT LUCERO KEVIN LUERS DEAN MATTOCKS KAREN MAXWELL MANDY MCELFRESH LESLIE MEHALL JEFF MEYER LARRY MILLER MICHELLE MILLER PAULA M INTER 9 MIKE MOLENAAR MISSY MOORE KATHY MORIARTY PATRICE MORRIS TERESA MORRIS GREG NAGEL JEFF NAGEL RICK NAGEL TAMMY NOBEL NATHAN NUSS MARK PETERSON BRIAN PETTET 10 BRUCE PETTET KARA PFLEDDERER STEVE PHILLIPS JOELLYN PORTER SUZY POST JAMES POTTS BETH PROHOSKY KAREN PUTTS ERIC RAYBURN 1 1 PAM RAYBURN JANE REICHERT JOHN RILEY ERIK SHEFFLER JANE SCHEURICH CHRIS SCHULENBERG TRACY SCHULTZ GARY SHEFFER KENNY SHIER GAIL SHIRKEY ABBY SIMMONS TERESA SIMONIN DAVE SKINNER DON SKINNER JULIE SMITH 12 KIM SMITH KATHY STATH JIM STEINER MIA STEINKE KAREN STONE BRAD SWARTZ KEVIN SWARTZ TAMMY TEACH PAUL TESKY CHRIS TONNER DENNIS TUCKER JOY VANDERWIELEN 13 JEANNE VIGEANT LAURA WEBB PAULA WIENRANK PAM WOODWARD FRANK WORDEN KEVIN WORDEN BETH ZACHER KATHY SHELLEY Not Pictured: FRITZ CHAMBERS JOE CHISKO DAN GASTINEAU DIANE OLIVER JAY COURTNEY DAN LOVEALL JAMES LITNER MIKE WEEMS 14 Homecoming provides excitement for all Homecoming is the cause of much excitement and hard work on the part of the band, the foot- ball team and cheerleaders. Some members of the student body, namely the senior boys, had per- haps the most enjoyable job of all: Choosing the Homecoming Queen. Pictured at the right are the candidates and their escorts are (left) Mandy McEI- fresh and Bill Lewis, Suzy Post and Brian Pettet, Abby Simmons and Rick Nagel, Sandra Kohley and David Fleming, and Kim Smith and Craig Healey. (Below) Frank Wordon crowns Homecoming Queen Kim Smith, looking on behind is Craig Healey. (Bottom) Giving instructions to his football team is Coach Hainje. Juniors approach finish line Junior class officers are left to right: Don Jacks, president: Jessica Kuyrkendall, secretary; Chip Misch, treasurer; Frank Zickmund, vice president. Brian Antcliff Jeff Aughinbaugh Paula Bacewic Nancy Baker Barb Baumann Tony Bell Gerben Bennett Ruth Blacklidge Greg Britt Carrie Broussard Doug Bulington Lori Burdett Mike Burvan Julie Clark Tammy Cortez Kim DeMoss Tod DeWees Holly Eldridge Sandy Ewen Sherri Firkins Jeff Fleming 17 Scott Fleming Donnie Florence Brenda Goad Troy Goodman Samantha Grant Robert Graves Maureen Groppe Randy Grow Rob Hall Kevin Hamer Jeff Hammond Luann Harrington Kenny Haun Robin Hayes Steve Healey John Hensley Brian Herre Dennis Hershman Annette Hickman Dan Hickman Gary Hoaks Carla Holbrook Marla Houston Vivian Huff Don Jacks Brian Jordan Ken Jung Keith Junk Junior Gary Hoaks concentrates intensely on his drafting during class. 18 Stephanie Kelly Laurie Kendall Jessica Kuyrkendall Frank Lane Tammy Lashbrook Bill Lattimore Richard Lebed Steve Lilly Dave Lindahl Lori List Kevin Long David Longstreth Stacy Louck Kelly Loveall (Left to rigbt) Juniors Rodney Pullins, Dave Lindahl, and Chris Mingear are keeping up on the latest world events by reading news- papers and magazines in the library. Jack McNeal Chris Meeks Kelly Merriman Dawn Meyer Tracy Meyer Leila Michal Debbie Miller Jeff Miller Kelly Miller Kim Miller Sandy Miller Chris Mingear Joy Minter Chip Misch 19 Junior Jaunita Saucedo rechecks her manuscript in typing class. Cathy Molenaar Tim Moore Kevin Moriarty Tony Morrow Diane Myers Carol Onder Don Osika Monica Pack Carol Pearman Linda Phillips Laurel Posey Jim Pucka Rod Pullins Allison Riley Kim Rule Jaunita Saucedo Georgia Sayers Lynne Scheurich Tim Scheurich Ryon Shaw Ronda Sheffler 20 Carl Shroyer Becki Slawson Leona Smith David Spall David Spencer Carrie Staddon Matt Stefanich Jeff Steinke Tom Steinke Leasa Sukraw Tom Suit Denise Sutton Lisa Sysock Trissa Todd Gary Tow Jill Vanderwielen Jeff Walker Steve Walter Sandy Warran Lyle Webb Lora Whitaker Russel Whitaker Bobbi Jo Wireman Jennifer Worden Jacqueline Wright Darly Yeoman Frank Zickmund Cindy Ziese Junior Matt Stefanich puts the finishing touches on his abstract painting. 21 Sophomores are off and running Sophomores officers are from left Brian Egan, president; Jeff Elijah, vice-president; Judy Nagel, secretary; Mary Ahler, treasurer. Mary Margaret Ahler Tadd Angle Mary Arnott Irma Bennett Michael Black Frank Blacklidge Jeff Boring Cheryl Brandenburg Traci Brinson Tim Brown John Carter Connie Chapman Larry Coley Robin Collard David Cox Tom Connelly Jane Donovan Mary Downard Charles Dunlap Jean Dunlap Christina Eckholm 22 Brian Egan Eric Eldridge Jeffrey Elijah Lisa Erb Angela Fleming Reggie Fleming Melanie Florence Laura Folenga Stephanie Fortune Ronald Frey Andy Garcia Mike Garrity Deborah Gembala Andrew Gill Suzanne Griffin Chip Gull Melissa Hale Brian Hall Heidi Hamer Mary Harrington Jeffrey Harris 23 Rhyan Hay Tracey Hazelet Fred Hershman Shannon Henry Teresa Hieman Michael Hopkins Susanne Hughes Steve Hyvonen Paula Ivey Eric Jackson Jynell Jenkins Laura Jung Cherilyn Kasky Jackie Kennedy Annie Kenny Stacy Kiger Rodney Klingler Lisa Kohley Andrew Korniak Kathy Krzton Deanna Lane Aspiring architects Mike Hopkins, Jeff Eli- jah, sophomores, draft plans for the fu- ture. Rodney Lane Paul Lattimore Cathy Liersch Thomas Lintner Lisa List Cassie Madison Larissa Mason Vincent Messer Brian Meyer Jeff Michael Boyd Michal Collen Miller John Minter Jacque Mitchell 24 Sophomore Tina Putman finds expression and relaxation in painting. Tina Mitchell Michael Moon Jeff Moore Mandy Moore Mike Mroczek Gerry Murphy Kevin Murphy Nancy Murray Steve Myers Judith Nagel Bart Nesius Shannon Ockermann Rick Odle Joann Onder Darrell Osman Jonny Owsley Charlene Pack Scott Paul Beth Pigford Jason Post Tamara Pullins Tina Putman Andrea Rayburn 25 Ronald Reitz Elizabeth Risner Brendon Risner Stephen Rodibaugh Albert Sayler Stephanie Schaltenbrand Susan Scheurich Scott Schluttenhofer Dwayne Schultz Sandra Sellers Tana Sheffer Todd Sheffler Betty Shell Shelley Sigman Jody Simmons Paul Simonin Diane Smith Julie Smith Randy Sperry Dave Stefanich Anthony Steinke Karen Stowers Amgela Tetters Ulysses Villarreal Chris Wagner Steven Walker Don Webb Staci Webb Karyn Weltzin Pamela Whitaker Angela Widner Andrew Williams David Williams Eugene Wright Scott Wright Jamie Yeoman David Ziese John Zimmer Scott Zickmund 26 Freshmen: start your engines! The freshman class officers are, left to right, Kurt Nagel, president; Paul Wing, vice president; David Zacher, treasurer and Sonia Schaltenbrand, secretary. Tabby Angle Tobey Amsler Nora Aughinbaugh Linda Bacewic Lance Barton Heidi Bean Troy Bilek Lynne Blue Damon Brinson Susan Brown Shelly Burdett William Campbell Tom Carroll Robert Chapman Bryan Coley Corina Coley Shelley Conley Donita Cotner Teresa Cripe Terry Davisson Michael Dawson 27 Vickie DeMoss Jim DeVelde Gary Dunlap Joe Effinger Larry Ewen David Fleming Michael Fleming Randy Fleming Eileen Folenga Marie Fontaine Pamela Fontaine Kim Garcia James Gehring Todd Goodman Bruce Grant Anita Graves Matthew Hallman Heather Hanetee Dana Haskins Karen Hayes Timothy Healey Scott Henry Kevin Hesson Rodney Hesson Gilbert Garcia Jason Hickman Ray Hickman Sherry Hickman Junior Carrie Broussard and freshman Bitta Kenny display the candle from the 1982 Homecoming. The theme for Home- coming was “Keep the Fires Burning.” 28 Freshman Jim Hurd works quietly in the library. Nancy Hoaks Erica Hoover Scott Hoover Robin Hopkins Jimmy Hurd Susan Hurley Joann Jenkins Cecile Jennings Thomas Jennings Aimee Jordan Leigh Jordan Wilma Jungels Craig Justice John Kahler Elizabeth Kenny Gloria Kerns Jeffrey Klinkhamer Michal Kosta Gregory Kuyrkendall Annette Lane Natalie Lanoue Patty Lattimore Lisa Lefler 29 Glen Leichty Gordon Lewis Tonya Lloyd Daniel Love Michelle Luecke James Mahaffey Margaret Mahaffey Cary Malchow Lynn Marlatt Billie McElfresh Rick McElfresh Jonathan Messman Tom Messman Christine Meyer Troy Meyer Deborah Miller Darren Mingear Allan Misch Julie Mitchell Steve Mitchell Angela Moore Thomas Moore Mark Muday Scott Murphy Caroline Nagel Cathy Nagel Kurt Nagel Kimberly Nelson Ron Pack Andrea Patzschke Kristen Paul You want me to do WHAT?! asks Todd Davisson during Freshman initiation. Steve Randle looks on expectantly. 30 Kimberly Perkins Cindy Pixley Chris Porter Cheryl Powell Mike Pratt Steven Randle Tim Reichert Melinda Richie Melissa Richie Shaun Roberts John Sayers Sonie Schaltenbrand Patrick Scheurich Amanda Schnelle Sherry Selby Gerald Sheffer Regina Sheffer Sherman Simonin Craig Smith Brian Spall Kevin Stath Carol Steinke Roy Stewart Jeral Stone Mary Sullivan Vicki Suit William Thompson Dayna Toben Paula Todd Linda Tomlinson Phil Valade David Vohlker Craig Wagner Lori Warren Teresea Webb Robert Weems Hobert Whitaker Brad Wicks Jay Wilcox Skip Wilcox Paul Wing Cynthia Wireman Susan Wolford Kevin Wood Robin Woolley April Wright Wanda Wright David Zacher Dawn Zickmund 31 Seniors rev up for graduation (Above) Looking forward to the finish is Eric Sheffler. (Above right) Signing out is Karen Putts. (Bottom) In the spotlight are John Ahler and Suzy Post. (All candid photographs by Mark Char- trand) 32 ACTIVITIES “You Can’t Take It With You” says fall play This year the fall play was “You Can’t Take It With You.” In this play set in New York City during the depression, Mike Bean played Grandpa Vanderhof, the head of a bizarre and eccentric family. Al Bridgeman was an inventor of fire- works; his wife, played by Marla Houston, wrote plays. One of Van- derhof’s granddaughter ' s, an as- piring ballet dancer, was played by Sam Grant. The only “traditional” member of this wacky family was Alice, played by Nancy Baker. Al- ice becomes engaged to the son of her boss. Ken Shier, Jim Mahaf- fey and Kathy Shelley played the wealthy Kirby family. 34 Wanda Wright prepares herself mentally for going on stage. Do the G-men” know what ' s going on be- hind them? (All photos this page by Mark Chartrand.) “Did you clean the spaghetti off of those dishes?” Wanda Wright asks Margaret Bur- ris. I thought I saw something move!” “I refuse to comment on your make-up job, Jim Mahaffey tells Charles Lawson. 35 Junior Carnival has traditional favorites This year the junior carnival earned about $1500. There were lots of different games and plenty of food to eat. It was held on Dec. 10. It ' s purpose is to help support the junior-senior prom. Santa, played by Greg Britt, poses with two of his charming elves above. (Left) Three bunnies, Julie Clark, Laurel Posey, and Jes- sica Kuyrkendall, pose for the camera. 36 (Left, middle, below photos) Many people were hauled off to jail after being caught publically intoxicated and unlawfully gam- bling. Girls appear busy as the junior carnival gets a lot of business. 37 All classes participate in Spirit Week Many students look anxiously for Spirit Week. To find out which class is the best, they decorate the halls and do skits. This year the juniors won the hall decora- tions. Everyone puts out their best to win. Leading the cheer is Mandy McElfresh. Do- ing the junior skit about primitive cavemen is (from left): Steve Healy, Frank Zick- mund. Kevin Hamer, Don Osika, and Chip Misch as the announcer. The cheerleaders receive flowers from the basketball players. Some of the cheer- leaders are Sandy Kohley, Kelly Merrimen, Mancy McElfresh. and doing the pinning is Chris Tonner, Bill Lewis. Holding the crushed mustang from the senior hallway is Chris Tonner. Participating in the fresh- men skit is (from left) Paula Todd. Lance Barton, Kevin Wood; on the table is Kurt Nagel. Participating in the Sophmore skit is (Left) Brian Egan. Steve Walker. 39 Freshmen await initiation apprehensively The school wouldn’t be the same without the traditional Freshmen initiation. Most Fresh- men can’t wait until the day they belong as students to the high school. Some are afraid that be- hind every corner there may be a senior. Well Freshmen, good luck throughout the year! (Right) Freshman Tod Davisson and Senior Kevin Luers battle it out to see who can crack the egg on their forehead first. (Below) The unknown freshman and Sam Grant, Junior, attempt to enter the ban- droom. 40 (Left) Freshmen Jim Gehring, Tod Davis- son, and Scott Henry appear to be getting camera shy, (Bottom) Singing in front of the band mem- bers are this year ' s freshmen. 41 1982-83 Senior Hall of Fame MOST ATHLETIC: Scott Lucero MOST ARTISTIC: Mandy McEI- fresh and Joe Chesak. 42 BEST DRESSED: Scott Lucero, Ann Gwin and not pictured is Larry Brinley. MOST TALKATIVE: Frank Worden and Kathy Moriarty. 43 MOST FRIENDLY: John Ahler and Mary Brusnahan. BIGGEST FLIRT: Dave Fleming and JoEllen Porter. 44 MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED: Larry Brinley and Jennifer Groppe. MOST ATHLETIC: Jane Reichert and Scott Lucero. Not pictured: MOST HUMEROUS: David Fleming and Mary Brusna- han. 45 SPORTS 323E H Freshman team accomplishes goals Row 1 — (left to right): Troy Bilek, Kevin Stath, Paul Wing, Steve Randle, Jim DeVelde, Mike Dawson, Scott Murphy, Randy Fleming. Row 2 — Bob Weems. Gerry Sheffer. Mike Kosta, Tom Jennings, Tom Messman, Tom Moore, Chris Porter, Jon Messman, Joe Effinger. Row 3 — Mr. Taulman, Darren Mingear, Rick McElfresh, Scott Hoover, Allan Misch, Jim Gehring, Lance Barton, Lynn Marlatt, Steve Mitchell and Coach Tait. 4 « • Running to receive the ball is 34 Steve Mitchell in the K.V. game. Randy Fleming sweeps around the end to score for RCHS against North White. The freshmen football team ended with a 4-2 record. It had 2 disappointing losses to Benton Central (6-2), and Valporaiso (14- 8), followed by 4 strong wins over K.V., Twin Lakes, N. Judson, and N. Newton. Coach Tait said that this team consisted of very hard working individuals and was a real pleasure to work with. All of the goals that Tait set for the team were accomplished: to develop a winning attitude and confidence, develop a team concept and team support, and to have each individ- ual improve as a player and as a person. The following awards were giv- en: Mr. Lineman, Lynn Marlatt; Mr. Offense, Lance Barton; Mr. Defense, Scott Murphy; Mr. Prac- tice Mike Kosta and Steve Mitch- ell. Benton Central 6 RCHS 2 Valporaiso 14 8 K.V. 6 8 Twin Lakes 0 13 N. Judson 0 26 N. Newton 2 16 47 Varsity football has winning season The Varsity football team has a 6-4 winning season. They were NWHC champs and they had a good turn out. Coach Hainje says the team should be pleased by its accomplishments. This year 13 seniors participated in playing on the Varsity football team, they are the following: Row 1 (left to right): Jeff Meyer, Tom Branson. Steve Phillips, Bruce Pettet. David Skinner, Scott Lucero. Larry Brinley. Row 2 (left to right): Bob Carter, Doug Hoover. Chris Tonner. Terry Boesch, John Ahler. Kevin Luers. Row 1 (left to right): Jeff Meyer, Doug Hoover, Chris Tonner, Terry Boesch, Bob Carter, John Ahler. Kevin Luers, Steve Phillips, David Skinner, Scott Lucero, Bruce Pettet. Larry Brinley, Tom Branson. Row 2 (Left to right): Frank Zickmund, Matt Stefanich, Chris Mingear , Jeff Elijah. Reggie Fleming. Eugene Wright, Chip Gull, Rodney Pullins. Steve Meyer, Tim Moore. Jeff Steinke, Dan Hickman, Tony Bell. Tony Steinke, Ryon Shaw. Row 3 (L to R): Coach Brandenburg, Todd Sheffler, Mike Garrity, Kevin Hamer, Ken Jung, Chris Meeks, Jeff Walker, Greg Britt. Brian Jordan, Kelly Miller, Gary Tow. Randy Grow, Tim Brown, Coach McKim, Coach Hainje, Rodney Klinger. Players stand on sidelines and nervously watch teammates play. 48 J-V ends season with good record Bottom Row (L to R): Jeff Elijah, Steve Myers, John Carter. Mike Garrity, Eric Sheffler, Tony Bell, Rod Pullins, Mike Black, Chip Gull. Row 2 (L to R): Frank Zickmund, Tony Steinke. Mike Hopkins, Tom Donley. Brett Risner. Scott Zickmund. Steve Walker, Albert Sayler, David Ziese, Ryon Shaw. Top row (L to R): Todd Scheffler, Andy Williams, Ken Jung. Chris Mingear, Gary Tow, Kelly Miller. Brian Hall, Randy Grow, Brian Jordan, Mike Garrity, Coach McKim. The J-V football team ended with a good seasonal record of 5- 1. Coach McKim said “It was an enjoyable season. Our hard work and determination were reward- ed,” The goal of the team was “to allow playing time for those ath- letes, who work hard but find themselves not ready for varsity competition,” said McKim. During the homecoming parade the J.V. team rode the fire truck, pictured above. Seniors had a little fun and built a pyramid at the 1982-1983 bonfire. Members of the team include (Front row left to right): Tammy Lashbrook, Stacy Louck, Mary Brusnahan, Missy Moore, Stephanie Fortune. Kim DeMoss (Row 2): Robin Collard, Cheryl Brandenburg, Rhonda Sheffler, Cindy Ziese, Jane Reichert, Tammy Teach, Lisa Kohley, Coach Messman. The 1982-83 girls varsity volley- ball team ended the season with a 4-13 record. The goals of the team were to win as many games as possible, to learn varsity play (as most were former J.V. players). This year was a learning year on the varsity level with only 2 return- ing players. Coach Messman add- ed “The girls usually played well against experienced teams.” The following awards were given: Most Improved: Jane Reichert, Mental Attitude: Stacy Louck, Most Valu- able: Tammy Teach. Far right: Teresa Simonin magnificently maneuvers a spike over the net. Left: Is it a bird? A plane? No, it ' s Rhonda showing off her spectacular Sheffler spiking sensation. 50 The girls Junior Varsity team ended their season with a 11-8 re- cord. During the year the fresh- men wanted to obtain their first ever winning season. They were able to do that with the help of the experienced sophomores. The team participated and won the Tri-County Invitational Tourna- ment. They were also runners up losing to W. Central in the N. White ' Invitational Tournament. Ms. Bil- liard, the team coach, added the following: ‘‘The key to the success of this team was improvement of basic skills.” The following awards were given Mental Attitude — Mandy Moore; Most Valuable — Debbie Miller; Most Improved — Susanne Hughes. Kim DeMoss makes a great returning bump while teammates look on. Members of the J.V. Volleyball team are (back row): Coach Billiard. Debbie Miller, Susanne Hughes. Michelle Luecke. Melissa Richie. Nora Auginbaugh. Front row: Laura Jung. Kim Nelson, Julie Mitchell, Mandy Moore. Paula Todd. 51 Cross-Country team reaches Semi-State « u : tam Team members: (bottom row, left to right:) Paul Slmonin, Steve Rodibaugh, Stephanie Kelly, Sherman Simonin, Mike Bean. (Top row): Carl Shroyer, Peter Kenny, Joe Chesak. Coach Edmonds, Don Osika, Chip Misch, and Cary Malchow The cross-country team fin- ished off a very good season with a record of 8 wins and 5 losses. After receiving fourth place in both Sectional and Regional, they went on to place sixteenth at Semi-State. Team awards were given to: Pe- ter Kenny, Captain Paul Simonin, Most Valuable and Mike Bean, Most Improved. Chip Misch keeps an eye on the finish line at a home meet. 52 Stephanie Kelly, the lone girl on the team, had an excellent season. She ended her year with a trip to the State meet, where she placed nineteenth. Wrestling has “great season” The wrestling team of 1 982-83 is (left to right, first row:) Manager Troy Meyer, Tom Carol, Damen Brinson, Albert Saylor, Scott Paul, Mike Moon, Joe Effinger. (Row 2): Boyd Mi- chael, Troy Bilek. Matt Stefanich, Steve Mitchell, Chris Meeks. Scott Murphy, Paul Wing, Kevin Hamer. (Row 3): Coach Burvan, Scott Hoover, Lynn Marlatt. Eugene Wright, Scott Lucero and aide Mr. Clark. The 1983 wrestling team had a great and successful season, says Coach Burvan. It was the 10th winning season out of 14 years of wres- tling at RCHS. Individually, 8 out of 8 starters had winning records. The season record was 8-4-2. The following awards were given: Dedication to Mike Moon; Baguba to Scott Lucero; Blood, Sweat and Tears to Matt Stefanich. The Most Valuable Wrestlers were Chris Meeks and Kevin Hamer. Senior Scott Lucero was the team captain. Junior wrestler. Chris Meeks, awaits anx- iously to pin an opposing team member. Freshmen wrestler Steve Mitchell, junior Matt Stefanich and sophomore Mike Moon cheer on their teamates during a match. 53 Girls’ swim sets new school records This year the girls’ swim team had a successful season. Very hard work paid off, says Coach Brannock. The team had a 11-4 record. The advanced swimmers went to the state meet, where Suzy Post placed 13th in the med- ley relay and set a school record of 1:58.4 in relay. Jennifer Jennings placed 21st in the 50 free and set a record of 25.4. The team placed 4th in the sectional out of 13. Jennifer Jen- nings and Suzy Post were named “Most Valuable swimmers. ‘‘Most Improved” went to Barb Baumann. «« ■ (Above picture) The team this year consist- ed of (from left); Coach Brannock, Bitta Kenny, Ci-Ci Jennings, Stacy Kiger, Cheri- lyn Kasky, Jane Donovan, Kelly Merriman, Barb Baumann, Lisa Sysock. Jean Hol- brook. Patti Garrity. Suzy Post, Jennifer Jennings and Helen Hughes. At right, swim- ming a length of the pool is Patti Garrity. 54 UiU At the Delphi Sectional Stacy Kiger places 12th in diving. LANE I La i 0 0 o I 0 ' 2 A Boys’ swimming have 8-13 record The members of the team are (right to left); Coach Brannock, Mike Garrity, Scott Wright, Eric Rayburn, Joe Chesak, Frank Worden, Eric Jackson, Rhyan Hay, Eric Eldridge, Jason Post, Troy White assistant. The boys’ swim team has worked hard to reach their goals. Even though they had a small team they won 8 meets. Each put W in his best. They won our invita- tional and placed 5th at sectional. Jason Post advanced to state meet. Rhyan Hays heads for the finish. 56 Above left, helping out at a swim meet is Frank Worden. (Above) Doing a dive is Mike Garrity. Taking a breather is Joe Chesak. 57 Basketball team gets the ball b u c n o n i g Steve Randel, Bill Lewis. Dave Lindahl, Chip Gull. Daryl Yeoman, Brian Meyer, Row 2 Left to Right Kevin Luers, Jeff Walker, Robby Hall, Mr. LeBeau, Chris Tonner, Dean Mattocks, Dan Hickman. The boys varsity basketball team consisting of 4 seniors, 5 Ju- niors, and 1 Sophomore ended up with a record of 10-12. Coach Le Beau said the team showed much improvement throughout the sea- son, especially towards the end of the season and during sectional play. The seniors provided leader- ship with hard work and the un- derclassmen exhibited much po- tential for the future. The ' 82-’83 team members received the fol- lowing awards: Best FG — Chris Tonner, Best FT — Bill Lewis; Most Assists— Bill Lewis and Dave Lin- dahl; Most Steals — Bill Lewis; Best Defense — Dan Hickman; Most Rebounds — Chris Tonner; Mental Attitude — Chris Tonner. The team was runner up in the Thanksgiving Tournament and ad- vanced to the Semi-Finals in the Sectional by beating Kouts but was beaten by Boone Grove in the Semi Finals. Dave Lindahl gets into the picture trying his hardest to make this basket while teammate Bill Lewis watches for the re- sults. Boys’ J-V team named N.W.H.C. Champs The J-V boys ' basketball team is, left to right: Dave Stefanich, Tony Steinke, Brian Egan, Rick Dole, Mike Burvan, Jeff Boring, Coach Hainje. Andy Korniak, Steve Meyer, Jeff Steinke, Jeff Elijah, Steve Walker and Steve Rodibaugh. The J-V boys ' basketball team ended its season with a 6-4 re- cord. After a slow start the team won 5 in a row and was announced the N.W.H.C. Champs. Coach Hainje says that the team showed constant improvement. A total of 22 awards were given to team members. Mike Burvan nearly leaps over opponents At right, Steve Rodibaugh raises all arms trying to make points for RCHS above left. while he shoot s for the hoop. 59 Freshmen basketball players reach goal j Jp 3 %g JMj 1 2 [ AfflU till 1 ygM hi The Freshmen Basketball members are (Row 1): Steve Randle, Tom Jennings, Sherman Slmonin, Kurt Nagel, Matt Hallman, Tim Healey, Gordon Lewis, Cary Malchow. (Row 2): Tod Davisson, Jim DeVelde, Craig Wagner, Lance Barton, Larry Ewen, Jim Gehring, Gerry Sheffer, Tom Messman, Mike Kosta, Jon Messman, and Coach Jerry McKim. The Freshmen basketball play- ers had a successful season. They won their tourney on Feb 12 at RCHS. The members grew in their abilities by developing a sense of what to do. Team awards for De- fense went to Tom Messman; Best FT% — Tom Jennings; Best FG% — Sherman Simonin; Most Rebounds — Lance Barton; Most Assists — Jim Develde. The scores are, A TEAM B TEAM Benton Central 47-35 35-31 South Newton 47-33 North White 48-37 46-4 Winamac 31-36 21-22 Tri County 29-28 Valpo Tourney 54 NJ 48 Championship 46 Ches. 52 Lowell 59-40 25-29 Kankakee Valley 57-50 43-28 North Newton 44-35 Thomas Jefferson 44-49 37-32 Fronteir 53-32 55-18 Ben Franklin 43-54 40-43 Twin Lakes 44-56 38-45 Rensselaer Tourney 43-Delphi 26 Championship 53-B.G. 39 Girls’ B-ball is competitive opponent The girls ' 1983 basketball team is a competitive opponent accord- ing to Coach Steve Brandenburg. The season record was 7-11, and the team finished last in confer- ence play. Members of the girls varsity basketball team are (row 1, left to right): Jean Hol- brook, Kim Demoss, Stacy Louck, Tammy Teach, Heidi Bean. (Row 2): Coach Bran- denburg, Julie Smith, Stephanie Kelly, Jane Reichert, Cindy Ziese. Joy Vander- wielen, Sandra Kohley, Cheryl Branden- burg, and Sonia Schaltenbrand. IfOMBt %0 Some of the members of the girls junior varsity team are (Row 1) Left Debbie Miller, Chris Meyer, Joann Jenkins. Robin Collard. Paula Todd. (Row 2) Lisa Coley, Karen Hayes, Michelle Luecke, Mr. Tait, Stephanie Schaltenbrand, Leigh Jordan, Karen Stowers. 61 Girls’ Golf makes debut Members of the first girls ' golf team at RCHS are (left to right, front row): Sandra Kohley, Carolyn Howell, Joy Vanderwielen, Julie Clark. (Row 2): Chris Meyer, Julie Smith, Stephanie Schaltenbrand, Sonia Schaltenbrand, Coach Stefanich and Heidi Bean. A new sport appeared at RCHS in 1982: girls ' golf. A winning 10-3 season makes any critics realize the worth of the sport, says Coach Stefanich. The team placed third in the South Newton Tournament and fourth in the Sectional. Caro- lyn Howell was Most Valuable Player, Julie Clark Most Improved; Sandra Kohley and Julie Smith won awards for their mental atti- tude. Winning golf form is displayed by senior Carolyn Howell at near right. At far right, Stephanie Schaltenbrand concentrates on her tee. 62 ’83 boys’ golfers go far Coach Stefanich says, “I am very happy with our team’s pro- gress. We accomplished a great deal for a team with only one sen- ior. The varsity record was 19-1 and the J-V 11-1. They were N.W.H.C. Champs, placed second in sectional and advanced to re- gional competition. Front row, left to right: Scott Schlutten- hofer, Jerry Sheffer, Tod Davisson, Darren Mingear, Bill Thompson. Ken Jung, Matt Stefanich. Row two: Dave Stefanich, Jason Post, Scott Wright. Daryl Yeoman. Bill Lew- is. Mike Burvan, Coach Stefanich. Below, from left. Bill Lewis and Daryl Yeoman practice swings, and Mike Burvan putts se- riously. 63 Six named to all-conference honor The 1983 Varsity baseball team had a winning season and finished with a 17-4-1 record. The team was named a Co-Northwest Hoo- sier Conference champion, and six members, Jay Courtney, Scott Hannon, Doug Hoover, Dene Mat- tocks, Jeff Meyer, and Dan Hick- man were selected as all-confer- ence players. At near right. Dean Mattocks decides which pitch he wants to use. Jay Courtney studies the approaching pitch at far right. The Varsity Baseball team is front row. left to right: Brian Egan, Chip Gull, Troy Goodman. Matt Hallman. Mike Garrity. Mike Moon, Steve Walker. Row two: Doug Hoover, Scott Hannon, Dean Mattocks, Jay Courtney, Steve Myers. Row three: Assistant Coach Tait, Reggie Fleming, Dan Hickman, Rob Hall, Coach LeBeau, Jeff Walker, Kevin Hamer, Dave Lindahl, Assistant Taulman. 64 Boys’ J-V baseball is best ever Members of the Boys ' J-V team are, (row one, left to right): Tom Moore, Brian Egan, Mike Moon, Randy Fleming, David Zacher, Chris Porter, Steve Mitchell. Row 2: Mike Dawson, Steve Hyvonen, Craig Justice, Scott Murphy, Bob Weems, Mike Kosta, Chip Gull, Row 3: Coach Tait, Troy Goodman, Lance Barton, Scott Hoover, Bart Nesius, Mike Garrity, and Assistant Randy Taulman. Mike Garrity watches his pitch approach the batter. Scoring a homerun for RCHS is Mike Daw- son. This year’s J.V. Baseball team has a 2-6-1 record and has made much individual improvement. Each player put out his best, Coach Tait said. This year ' s play- ers are the best he ever coached. The following awards were given: Best Batting Average: Randy Fleming; Mental Attitude: Mike Moon; Most Improved: Bob Weems. 65 Girls’ track team wins conference The 1983 girls ' track team is (left to right row 1): Suzanne Griffin, Patrice Morris, Traci Brinson, Larissa Mason, Bitta Kenny, Robin Collard, Kelly Merriman, Stacy Louck. (Row 2): Lori List, Lisa Kohley, Julie Smith, Nora Aughinbaugh, Laura Jung, Susanne Hughes, Melinda Richie, Stephanie Kelly, Jynell Jenkins. (Row 3): Mrs. Billiard, Tammy Lashbrook, Melissa Richie, Jane Donovan, Leigh Jordan, Joy Vanderwielen. Stephanie Schaltenbrand, Michelle Luecke, Ronda Sheffler, Jean Holbrook, Mrs. Messman. The 1983 girls’ track team won their conference championship and 14 members went on to sec- tional competition. Four girls qualified for the regional meet. The team was third in the Rensse- laer relays and second in the RMD. Some awards given were Most Valuable — Kelly Merriman. Most Improved — Michelle Luecke, Cap- tain — Joy Vanderwielen. The members who advanced to the re- gional are Stephanie Kelly — 800, 1600; Kelly Merriman — 100; Ron- da Sheffler — 200; Michelle Luecke — discus. Kelly Merriman hands off to Julie Smith at near right. At far right Laura Jung Hands off to Lisa Kohley. 66 Joy Vanderwielen winds up to throw the shot put. Kelly Merriman hits the dirt at the end of the long jump. 67 Boys’ track reaches individual goals The members of the team are (row 1 left to right): Cary Malchow, Tony Steinke. Fred Hershman, Jeff Elijah, Tom Donnelly, John Zimmer, Mike Hopkins, Paul Wing. (Row 2 left to right): Bruce Grant, Sherman Simonin, Rod Pullins, Frank Zickmund, Greg Britt, Jim Pucka, Bob Chapman, Scott Henry. (Row 3 left to right): Assistant Coach Butler, Tom Branson, Pete Kenny, Keith Henry, Coach Edmonds, Dave Skinner, Eugene Wright, Eric Eldridge, Assistant Coach Chastain. This year ' s boys ' track team did very well according to Coach Ed- monds. The season record is 5 wins and 5 losses. Even though they were a young team they reached their goals for success according to Edmonds. The team was first at the Hoopeston relays, fourth at Rensselaer relay, and fourth in the conference. The un- derclassmen show outstanding quality in the future, said Ed- monds. Tim Brown stretches his long legs to try to get ahead while teammate, John Zimmer, follows close by. 68 Swinging right along is junior Steve Walters making his way over the bar. Senior John Ahler puts his all into throwing the shot put while opponents look on. Building Trades classes hone construction skills The morning Building Trades class is, left to right, David Longstreth, Chris Meeks, Steve Walters, Kelly Loveall, Tim Scheurich, Mike Delaney, Greg Britt, Dan Lovegil, Dennis Hershamn and Russ Whitaker. The members of the afternoon Building Trades classes are, left to right, Jack McNeal, Kelly Miller, Keith Junk, Brian Antcliff. Jeff Fleming, Mark Peterson, Jeff Hammond, Tony Morrow, Tom Suit, and the late Winfield DeWees, teacher. Missing from the picture is Kathy Hurley. 71 Performing innovative stunts and shouting rousing chants, the cheerleaders entertain fans and help boost bomber spirit. The cheerleaders perform for the student body during home- coming, Spirit Week and pep sessions. This year the cheer- leaders held a pork chop sup- per for the community. Second Photo: The Varsity Cheer- leaders are (from left, bottom row): Kelly Merriman, Beth Pigford; (Middle row): Mandy McElfresh, Suzy Post, Mary Ahler; (top row) Sandra Kohley. (Right) Cheerleaders fire up the fans during Homecoming Bonfire. 72 (Left) Junior Varsity Cheerleaders are (bottom): Mandy Moore, (middle): Judy Nagel, Lisa Sysock, Shannon Ockerman, (top) Leila Michal. (bottom photo, top to bottom): Sherry Hickman, Natalie Lanoue, Gina Sheffer, and CiCi Jennings are the freshman cheerleaders. 73 Above, Lisa Sysock cheers during Spirit Week. Above right, varsity cheerleaders Sandra Kohley. Susie Post, and Mandy McElfresh take a break. Beth Pigford, mid- dle right, concentrates on her cheer. Be- low. the varsity cheerleaders entertain a basketball audience. Student Council makes year successful The student council of 1982-83 is (front row left to right): Stacy Louck, Larry Brinley, Keven Luers, Jennifer Groppe. (Back row): Carrie Broussard, Don Jacks, Cheryl Brandenburg, Steve Phillips, Suzy Post, Advisor Mr. Michael, Kurt Nagel, Jeff Walker. Jill Vanderweilen, Brian Eagen, Bitta Kenny, Steve Healey, Joe Chesak, Keith Henry, Paula Todd, Darren Mingear. Also pictured: Mike Moon, Scott Paul. Tim Healey and Mandy Moore. The Student Council takes the bows for the following activities: Homecoming, Spirit Week contests, singing Valentines, elections, the Awards Program, and a Little Cousin Jasper float. At left, Angie Moore is serenaded by Steve Phillips. Above Mandy Moore, Suzy Post, Abby Simmons and Jennifer Groppe pre- pare themselves to deliver singing Valen- tines. 75 The choirs sing for R.C.H.S. The choirs help entertain our community and to give students opportunity to sing various types of music. The girls swing choir sings pops and ballads; the mixed swing choir sings pops and the choraleers sing choral music. Each choir sings four concerts each year, in October, at Christ- mas, in March and the Spring. 76 Some of the members of the choir are (Front) Kevin Moriarty, Marla Houston, Suzy Post, Larry Brinley. Tammy Cortez, Don Jacks. (Back) Abby Simmons. Bill La- tamore. Tracy Shultz. Kevin Long, JoEllen Porter, Kevin Luers, Nancy Baker, Chris Tonner. Stephanie Shaltenbrand, John Ahler, Helen Hughes, Doug Hoover, Stacy Louck, Mike Bean, San Grant. Saluting to RCHS is (Row 1) Kathy Hershmen, Jenifer Jenkins, Jean Holbrook, Karen Stowers, Carol Pearmen, (Row 2) Kim Rule, Stacy Kiger, Gene Dunlap, Lora Webb, Connie Chapman. The choir members are from Left Coleen Miller, Mia Stienke, Lisa Isley. Tracy Schultz, Bobbie Jo Wiremen, Helen Hughes, Connie Chapman. Brenda Howell, Joy Minter, Karen Stone. Diane Oliver, Anne Kenny, Mary Buckolts, Casy Madi- son. Lynn Blue. (Row 2) Abby Simmons. Shelly Dobsen, Suzy Post. Vickie DeMoss. Sam Grant, Mike Bean, Frank Worden, Ke- vin Long. Bill Lattamore. JoEllen Porter, Marla Housten, Stacy Louck, Tammy Cor- tez, Mary Brushenhan. (Row 3) Angie Moore, Andrea Patzke, Lease Lefler, Caro- line Nagel, Jim Potts, Scott Wright, Willma Jungles. Stephanie Shaltenbrand. Jean Holbrook, Kathy Hershmen, Lora Webb, Jenifer Jenkins, Stacy Kiger, Connie Chap- man, Kim Rule, Carol Pearmen. (Row 4) Eric Sheffler, Jerry Sheffer, Scott Lucero, Don Jacks. Scott Hoover. Kevin Luers, Chris Tonner, Dan Gastinue, John Ahler, Larry Brinley, John Carter. 77 Band achieves first place rating The 1982 MARCHING BAND The highlight of the 1982-83 band season was the first division placement at the ISSMA concert Band contest. Concerts included a winter concert in December with the Middle School Band. The band also performed at the Spring Fine Arts Festival by playing a tribute to Irving Berlin. The Band participated in a marching co ntest at which it re- ceived a second division placing and came in fourth out of twelve bands. The 1982-83 BOMBERETTES 78 The captains of the 1982-83 Bomberettes are, from left, Patrice Morris, Barb Bau- mann and Tammy Teach. Tana Sheffer practices vigorously on her horn. 79 Clockwise from top, Ryon Shaw watches his music closely; Bomberette Jo Porter prac- tices spinning her rifle; drummers Robert Graves, Chris Porter, Ray Hickman and Frank Hauck keep the band together; Randy Grow gets into the music while Jim Mahaffey awaits his cue; Beth Hurley follows the director carefully; Mr. Norris keeps the beat. FCA stimulates fellowship TMl K|V� OA«D LqWERTVUIOP QOQQ G H OOOO 2 X C V B N M : : HMCt« AOllTlOM IVALUATIOX The Fellowship of Christian consists of (front row. left to right): Kim Demoss, Cindy Ziese. Stephanie Schaltenbrand. Julie Smith. Scott Paul, Jason Post. Dave Stefanich, Brian Egan, Steve Walker, Dan Hickman, Jeff Walker. Mike Garrity. Row two: Daryl Yeoman. Brian Jordan, Troy Goodman, Don Jacks, Albert Sayler, Chip Gull, Mike Burvan, Lance Barton, Randy Fleming. Tom Jennings, John Messman. Tim Gehring. Row three: Rob Hall, Dave Lindal. Steve Healey, Mike Hopkins, Steve Rodibaugh, Tom Messman, Paul Wing, Kevin Stath, Jeff Meyer, Scott Lucero. Row four: Karen Stowers, Jane Donovan, Stephanie Kelly, Tammy Laskbrook, Jean Holbrook, Frank Worden, Missy Moore, Larry Brinley, Kevin Hamer, Matt Stefanich and advisor, Mr. Chastain. Above. Dave Stefanich considers a point brought up at an FCA meeting. At right, Tom Messman and Paul Wing find FCA meetings relaxing and enjoyable. The purpose of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, according to advisor Mr. Chastain, it to present to athletes and coaches the chal- lenge and adventure of receiving Christ and to serve in the fellowship of the church. The club meets approximately once a month for discussion of things of interest to athletes and Christian fellowship. Health Careers delivers sunshine During the year the Health Ca- reers Club helps health-related businesses in the community and brings some sunshine into the lives of the elderly and sick. Each member of the club adopts grand- parents at the care center and helps with emergency drills at the hospital. The 20 members of the club give gifts and treats at the care center. Health Career Club is sponsored by Mrs. Judy Beehler. Health Careers Club members are (row 1 left to right): Tracy Hazelet, Jill Vanderwie- len, K aren Stone, Kim Dunlap, Lynne Scheurich. (Row 2): Tina Mitchell, Patti Garrity, Jane Reichert, Kelly Merriman, Te- resa Morris, Beth Prohosky. (Row 3): Cathy Molenaar, Pam Rayburn, Karen Putts, Patrice Morris, Trissa Todd. (Row 4): Abby Simmons, Kim Flynn, Kelly Bell and Kim Smith. 82 Above, Sherri Firkins works on Respiratory Annie. Patti Garrity, below, also practices CPR. Good News Club fosters self confidence The Good News Club is made up of 30 girls. The functions of this club are to increase students knowledge of nutrition, the impor- tance of exercise, how different foods affect complexion and weight, to foster self-confidence by achieving the students individ- ual health goals. The members of the Good News club are (Row 1, left): Dina Lane, Monica Pact, Irma Bennet, Coleen Miller, Diane Oliver, (Row 2): April Wright, Margaret Burris, Jackie Hu rtado, Jackie Kennedy, Tressa Holler- man. (Row 3): Lora Folenga, Vickie Suit, Charlene Pack, Jackie Wright. Sandy Sell- ers, Dena Cotner, Laurie Kendall, Pam Whi- taker. (Row 4): Trease Morris. Kara Pfled- derer, Tracy Schultz. Karen Putts, Patrice Morris, Carla Holbrook. (Bottom left): Do- ing their exercises are some of the mem- bers in the Good News Club. Below, Shelly Burdett shows everyone how to exercise. Also pictured: Nancy Murray. Bomberettes work hard to entertain First hour every morning finds the Bomberettes hard at work practicing their routines. Lead by captains Tammy Teach and Tere- sa Morris, the Bomberettes con- centrate on making every move- ment perfect. This year they held a Spaghetti Dinner for the com- munity to raise money. The Bom- berettes perform during half-time at all basketball games and with the marching band at football games. Bomberettes of 1982-83: (left to right) Kim Miller. Lori List. Heidi Hamer, Sam Grant, Trissa Todd, Beth Hurley, Ann Gwinn, Tammy Teach, Norma Kamos, Teresa Morris. Jessica Kuyrkendall. Kathy Molenaar, Patrice Morris, Joellyn Porter, Cindy Fritch, Barb Baumann, Jane Donovan, Tana Sheffer, Allison Riley, Angie Widner. Maureen Groppe, and Marla Houston. basketball fans with precision dancing Bomberettes pictured above perform for an audience during a home basketball game. Pictured are (left to right): Lori List. Tana Sheffer. Trissa Todd and Allison Riley. Bomberettes entertaining a home audi- ence are: (top to bottom) Tana Sheffer, Lori List and Kim Miller. 85 Monogram Club provides warmth for athletes (Row 1 left to right): Stephanie Kelly, Patti Garrity. Jen Jennings. Suzy Post, Jeff Steinke. Dan Hickman, Jeff Walker, John Ahler, Terry Boesch, Frank Worden. (Row 2): Rhonda Sheffler, Stacy Louck, Dave Skinner, Peter Kenny, Scott Hannon, Doug Hoover, Kevin Luers, Chris Tonner, Steve Phillips, Bill Lewis. Scott Lucero. (Row 3): Missy Moore. Joy Vanderwielen, Cindy Ziese, Jim Pucka, Jason Post, Albert Saylers, Eugene Wright, Tom Branson, Frank Zickmund, Jay Courtney, Mike Hopkins, Kevin Hamer. This club consists only of any athlete who has received a “ma- jor” award in a sport. The 50 members of this club sell conces- sions at the boy ' s Varsity basket- ball games and sectionals and oth- er special events which are hosted by RCHS. The money raised is used to purchase the athletes honor jackets and blankets which are presented by the club. The sponsor of this club is Mr. Chas- tain. Bomber Alert takes charge The Bomber Alert Corp. is a service club in which members act as hosts for the visitors or new students to the school. Members show new students and foreign ex- change students around to classes, and explain the rules and regulations of our school. All 25 members, of which 1 1 joined in 1983, take turns ushering at plays and selling popcorn, pop, and can- dy at games. At Turkey Tourney members of the Bomber Alert Corps serve as score keepers. The sponsor of this club is Mr. Kent LeBeau. Club members are (row 1): Jill Vanderwielen, Kelly Merriman, Patti Garrity, Jennifer Groppe, Mr. Kent LeBeau. Beth Zacker, Sandra Kohley, Julie Clark, Lisa Sysock. (Row 2): Patrice Morris, Jean Vigeant, Jane Reichert, Mary Brusnahan. Mike Bean, Stacy Louck, Suzy Post, Mandy McElfresh. (Row 3): Teresa Morris, Barb Baumann, Maureen Groppe, Sam Grant, Frank Worden, Kathy Moriarty. Diane Myers; Not pictured is Teresa Siminon. 86 Sigma Digamma shares food and customs The Sigma Digamma Club is made up of 45 members. The main function of this group is to experience customs and cultures of foreign countries. Sigma Di- gamma gives awards to a student with three years of straight A ' s in French and also an award for a three year membership in the club. The highlight of the year is the Mardi Gras, an international festival held just before the start of Lent. All members of the club contribute home-made foreign foods, and share them with family and friends. At top Sigma Digamma members are (Row 1, left to right): Stephanie Fortune, Beth Pigford, Kathy Moriarty, Patti Garrity, Jennifer Jennings, Carla Gonzales, Joy Vanderwie- len. Sandra Kohley. Suzy Post, Jane Reichert, and Lisa Erb. (Row 2): Laurel Posey, Larry Brinley, Kim Holt, Jeanne Vigeant, Mary Brusnahan, Jill Vanderwielen, Linda Phillips, Diane Meyer, Maureen Groppe, Allison Riley, Mary Ahler, Beth Zacher, Tina Putman, Debbie Gembala. (Row 3): Lori List, Stacy Louck, Julie Clark, Cindy Fritch, Beth Hurley. Jennifer Groppe. Bitta Kenny, Cherilyn Kasky, Barb Baumann, Tammy Teach, Nora Kamos, and Cindy Ziese. (Row 4): Angie Teeters, Jeff Meyer, John Ahler, Liz Risner, Angie Widner, Jane Donovan, Helen Hughes, Peter Kenny, Scott Hannon. At left, Mary Brusnahan and Jeanne Vi- geant pose during Mardi Gras. 87 Sunshine offers growth and good times The Sunshine dance is definitely the high point of the year. At Dad- dy Date night in February, the girls have an exclusive evening with their father. The Mothers Tea in May honors members’ mothers. At Ideal Lady Night, Sunshine members honor their ideal of a lady. Members of the executive board are (Row 1): Cindy Ziese, Linda Phillips, Allison Riley, Jill Vanderwielen. (Row 2): Kathy Stath, Ann Gwin, Kara Pfledderer, Jeanne Vi- geant, Teresa Fontaine. (Row 3): Susanne Hughes, Cherilyn Kasky, Tana Sheffer, Jane Donovan, Leigh Jordan, Paula Todd, Bitta Kenny. Enjoying the Sunshine dance is (left): Paula Minter, Rick Chambers. Waiting in line at Daddy Date night are from (left) Jill Vanderwielen, Joy Vanderwielen, Mrs. Cappuccilli. (Row 2) Mr. Vanderwie- len, Teresa Simonin, Paula Todd. Some of the first to arrive at the Sunshine Dance are from (left) Eric Scheffler, Julia Ham- mond. Brenda Harsha, Dave Baswick. 89 Senior Sunshine members Junior Sunshine members 90 Sophomore Sunshine members Freshmen Sunshine members 91 FFA provides hands-on training FFA members are (row 1 left to right): Dave Zacher, Tod DeWees, Frank Zickmund, Troy Goodman, Andy Korniak, Rob Hall, Tod Goodman, Dawn Zickmund, Larry Ewen, Boyd Michal, Rod Pullins, Albert Sayler, Scott Zickmund, Steve Phillips, (Row 2): Kurt Nagel, Jody Simmons, Craig Brandenburg, Don Jacks. Rick Nagel, Scott Hoover, Tim Healey, Mike Kosta, John Kahler, Matt Hallman. Fred Hershman, Bart Nesius, Steve Rodibaugh. Kevin Stath. (Row 3): Brian Spall, Mary Jo Harrington, Jeff Nagel, Dave Spall. Chris Widner, Carry Malchow. Kevin Wood, Craig Widner, Brian Hall, Brian Meyer, Kevin Murphy, Davis Ziese. (Row 4): Luann Harrington, Karen Hayes, Tony Steinke, Greg Britt, Charles Dunlap, Gary Dunlap, Ed Lane, Andy Williams, Jeff Moore, Rick McElfresh, (Row 5): Jeff Steinke, Brian Jordan, Mark Kastado, Frank Blacklidge, Brad Haskins. (Row 6): Joe Dickson, Craig Healey, Robert Graves. 92 Upper left. Frank Zickmund concentrates intensely on scrambling eggs for the FFA teachers breakfast while Jeff Nagel, Craig Brandenburg and Craig Healey await cus- tomers to serve. Above, Jody Simmons and Brian Jordan shear a sheep during Ag. Week. At left, Charlie Dunlap revs his trac- tor before heading homeward. 93 National Honor Society Members of the society in the fall of ' 82 are (row 1, left to right): Barb Baumann, Patti Garrity, Scott Hannon, Larry Brinley, Mary Brusnahan, Kathy Moriarity, Jennifer Groppe. (Row 2): Maureen Groppe. Sandra Kohley. Beth Zacher, Leslie Mehall. (Row 3): Ken Jung, Cindy Fritch, Suzy Post. Bill Lattimore, Mia Steinke, Mrs. Baumann, advisor. (Row 4): Chris Schulenberg, Jeff Meyer. Richard Lebed, Peter Kenny, Patrice Morris, Tammy Teach, Dennis Tucker. (Row 5): John Ahler, Frank Worden. The National Honor Society started off the year with 26 mem- bers and 23 were inducted into the society in April. The main func- tion of the organization is to rec- ognize and promote scholarship, leadership, character and sincer- ity. The Honor Society sells soft drinks during Superstars Day. Members of the society are given special cowls to wear at com- mencement. The outgoing president, Jeff Meyer, con- gratulates next year ' s NHS president, Stacy Louck. inducts more scholars Below. Mia Stelnke pins society inductee Leila Michal. Left to right, the new members are: Diane Smith, Beth Pigford, Lisa Erb, Judy Nagel, Laura Jung, Angie Wooton, Scott Paul, Craig Brandenburg, Angie Teeters, Steve Walters, Stephanie Fortune, Andy Williams, Cathy Liersch, Cheryl Brandenburg, Lori List, Rhonda Sheffler, Stacy Louck, Karen Stowers, Leila Michal, Jane Reichert, Julie Smith, Jeanne Vigeant, Mary Ahler. 95 Drama Club Helps with the play The Drama club has 16 mem- bers. The main function is to learn more about acting in plays and the work involved with putting on pro- ductions. All who participate in the assigned number of activities re- ceive a drama pin. The club also helps with the fall play and spring musical and shows movies to raise money. Participation in the Indi- ana State Conference is the goal of the club. Drama club members are from left Nancy Murray. Nancy Baker, Margaret Burris. (Row 2) Marla Houston. Sam Grant. Bren- da Harsha. (Row 3) Brenda Howell. Kevin Moriarty, Bill Latimore, Kathy Shelly, (Row 4) Alan Bridgemen. Mike Bean, Jim Mahaf- fee. Patt Mundy. Learning new slapping techniques is one of the members of the Drama club. Feeling the pain of being slapped is Mike Bean, Smacking is Sam Grant. 96 O.E.A. promotes business Members of the O.E.A. Club are (left to right, first row): Jane Scheurich, Advisor Ms Rich, Holly Eldridge. Paula Wienrank. Juanita Saucedo. (Second row): Linda Phillips, Leila Michal, Tammy Lashbrook. Paula Minter, Brenda Goad, Teresa Fontaine. Pam Woodward. (Third row): Karin Cramer, Becki Slawson. Nora Kamos, Jessica Kuyrkendall, Lisa Sysock, Missy Miller, Julie Smith, Kara Pfledderer, Wannetta Linback. This year the O.E.A. Club con- tains 22 members. The main func- tions of O.E.A. are to promote business and it ' s related areas. Rock-a-thon, Bike-a-thon, Special Olympics and Meals on Wheels are some of the service projects this club sponsors. O.E.A. members holding their trophies for their achievements are: Paula Minter, Becky Slawson, Teresa Fontaine and Nora Kamos 97 Speech club wins awards with speaking skills Award-winning speakers are (front row): Jeff Meyer, Joe Chesak, Mike Bean, (second row): Larry Brinley, John Abler and Don Jacks. Members of the ' 82- ' 83 Speech Club are (first row, left to right): Missy Moore, Marla Houston, Kevin Moriarity, Mary Brushnahan, (back row): Advisor David Walls, Jeff Meyer. Stephanie Schaltenbrand, Don Jacks, John Ahler, Bill Lattimore, Mike Bean, Joe Chesak and Larry Brinley. The main functions of the Speech Club are to attend speech contests and improve members’ speaking skills. The club has 15 members and initiated 5 new members this year. Some of the contests the club enters are the Rotary Speech Contest and Sons of the American Revolution Contest. At the end of the year the club gives a Under- class Speech Award and a Senior Bullchip award. 98 Staff produces “Cross-roads of Life” This year the CHAOS staff pro- duced the “Cross-roads of Life.” In spite of a very small staff, every deadline was met. To reward themselves for their hard work, the CHAOS staff held a taco party in March. To learn about trends in yearbooks, the staff attended the J-Day Workshop at Ball State Uni- versity. This year’s sponsor was Ms. Henny Haigh. CHAOS Members were (left-right) (Row 1 ): Dawn Meyer, Georgia Sayers, Leona Smith, Jaunita Saucedo, (Row 2) Jeane Vi- gent, Mary Brushnahan, Jeff Harris. Leasa Sukrow, Tracy Meyer, Ms. Haigh. Not Pic- tured is Paula McElroy. (Bottom photo): Jaunita Saucedo. Leasa Sukraw. and Geor- gia Sayers work on the yearbook to meet a deadline. - A.V. assistants help entertain During the year the A.V. assis- tants provide video tapes to the P.E. department by taping basket- ball games. They do lighting sys- tems and musicals. The A.V. club also provides films for the stu- dents. In 1983 it showed “Super Seal, and Monty Python’s “And Now For Something Completely Different.” There are 12 members in the A.V. club. The A.V. assis- tance club is sponsored this year by Mr. Chartrand. The members of the A.V. club are the following (Row 1 Left to Right): Jeff Harris. Brenda Harsha. Karyn Wlltsen. (Row 2 Left to Right): Mr. Chartran. Erric Scheffler. Missing from the photo are: Mike Bean. Gerben Bennett. Leslie Mehall, Ryon Shaw. Dennis Tucker. Mark Muday works on lights during a presentation. David Volkin looks like he knows what he ' s doing as he flashes spotlights onto the stage. 100 Photo Club gets into the picture The Photo Club consists of 7 members, 5 of which are new. The Photo Club tries to enter as many photo contests as possible. In 1982 member Jeff Harris won a blue ribbon at the Indiana Media Fair. This year he displayed pho- tos at Cramer ' s, and some mem- bers have provided pictures for the yearbook. Mr. Chartrand, the sponsor of the club, won Most Photogenic of 1983 Award. Members of the 1983 Photo Club are, left to right: Karyn Wiltzen, Kenny Shier, Carol Pearman, Jeff Harris, Tom Steinke, Ryon Shaw, Mr. Chartrand (Advisor). The RENSSELAERIAN uncovers the sources. The RENSSELAERIAN staff, a small group but having plenty of determination, produced 5 news- papers. The staff has been suc- cessful in completing their news- papers on time and making them enjoyable to read. Row 1, left to right: Kevin Moriarity, Paula Ivey. Kenny Shier (first semester only). Al Bridgeman, Editor. Row 2: Jeff Harris and Stacy Louck. Not pictured: Maureen Groppe. Ryon Shaw, Richard Lebed 101 Home Ec. Club promotes knowledge of foods, clothing The Home Ec. Club this year ini- tiated five new members. Each year the Home Ec. Club sponsors a teachers breakfast. The function of the club is to promote knowl- edge in the Home Economics field. The President is Juanita Sau- cedo, Vice-President. Georgia Sayers; Treasurer Dawn Meyer; Secretary Paula McElroy. The sponsor is Mrs. Atkinson. The Home Ec. Club members are (left to right): Juanita Saucedo, Paula McElroy. Mrs. Rita Atkinson, Georgia Sayers, Dawn Meyer. (Standing): Robin Smith, Tracy Meyer, Vivian Huff; not pictured is Karyn Weltzin. Denise Sutton, a member of the Home Ec. Club, serves orange juice to some teach- ers. 102 Mystical Knights help others Members of the Mystical Knights are, (front row, left to right:) Chris Tonner, Doug Hoover. Kevin Luers. Joe Chesak, Pete Kenny. Terry Boesch, Keith Henry. Jim Steiner, Nathan Nuss, Ken Shier and Gary Sheffer. Row two: Hobert Whitaker, Dave Vohlken, Toby Amsler, Frank Lane. Lyle Webb, Andy Garcia. Dave Stefanich, Reggie Fleming, Mike Garrity, Chris Mingear. Row three: Bill Thompson. Larry Ewen, Carl Shroyer. Tod Davisson, Eric Eldridge, Eugene Wright, Scott Schluttenhofer. Rick Odle, Jeff Elijah, on Frey. Matt Stefanich. Row four: Steve Mitchell, Gerry Sheffer, Bob Weems. Mike Dawson, Darren Mingear, Steve Randle, Rick McElfresh. Jim DeVelde. Mike Moon. Steve Meyers. Row five: Kelly Miller, Jack McNeal, Jeff Fleming, Gary Tow, Frank Lane and Advisor Mr. Tait. The Mystical Knights initiated 24 mem- bers this year. The main function of this club is to help others. The Knights distrib- uted 18 Christmas baskets this year, and help work concessions at Girls basketball games. Freshman Basketball games and wrestling meets. The Knights also donated $100 to the Cancer Fund. Mystical Knights Matt Stefanich and Chris Mingear pose before their favorite machine. 103 104 School Board makes things happen at RCHS They establish school corpora- tion policies and regulations. They carry out the legislative laws en- acted regarding public education, provide curricular and financial standards for the school corpora- tion. Some of the decisions the school board makes are if the high school and Monnett schools should be reroofed, bargain with teachers, administrators, and non-certified personal for salaries, establish a consistent snow policy and update school textbooks. Pictured at left is school superin- tendent James Fritch. ' Hal |I J The School Board members for the 1982-83 school year are, left to right: Wanda Stewart, secretary: W O. Grow, vice-president: Dr. John Egan, member; Gerald Nesius, president; James Lakin, member; John Pullin, member; and Mary Wilkerson, member. 105 Principals, counselors, keep RCHS on track Mr. John Michael, pictured above, is the Guidance Director. He helps upperclassmen plan their final high school years and further education. Mrs. Judy Beehler at left works with freshmen and sophomores. Mr. Robert Crowe, pictured above in his office, is principal of RCHS. His duties include discipline as well as the overall running of the school. Mr. David Day, assistant principal and pictured at right, is also the Athletic Director for RCHS. Mrs. Linda Wood, above left, and Mrs. Marilyn Eckholm, right, keep the main office running smoothly. Mrs. Mary Townsend, pictured above, is the Guidance Department secretary. Mrs. Julia Haskell, the school nurse, is pictured at right leading the Good News Club in exercises. Daily tasks done by secretaries 107 Faculty charge the new year with courage JOHN BAUMAN, Computer 1 2, Trig., Anal. Geom. Adv. Math., Pre Calcus. GENE EDMONDS, Al- gebra 1, Applied Math, Geome- try. KENT LEBEAU, Geometry, Algebra 2. CHARLES TAIT, Ap. Math, Algebra 1, General Math. STEVE BRANDENBURG, Biology 1 2. JOANNA BILLIARD, Env. Sci.. Biology 1 . ART MIDDLETON, Chemistry 2, Adv. Sci., Medical Biology. RITA ATKINSON. Foods 1, Cloth. 1, Adv. Foods, Adv. Cloth., Child Dev., Family Living. Crafts. MARY LOU BAUMAN, Library. DORIS MEYER, Lib. Aide. MARK CHARTRAND, Special Ser. DOR- OTY WOOTON, Spec. Ed. Assis- tant. Mr. Kent LeBeau gives a rousing speech at homecoming. PHYLLIS CAPPICILLI, English, Spanish, French. TOM RYAN, English. EMILY PRICE, English. JANE SWARTZELL. English, Vo Comp., PATT MUNDY. English, Spanish. HENNY HAIGH, English, Journal- ism 2. TOM PETERS. Industrial Arts, Woods, Drawing. BYRON CALLAHAN, Agr. Machine, Farm., Farm Power, Welding. Ag- Structures, Intro. Vo-Ag., Agr. Prod.. Crop Science, Animal Sci- ence. t M DARREN CHASTAIN, Pers. Typ- ing. Gen. Business, Typing 1. JENNIFER RICH, I.O. L., Sales- manship, Business Law, Typing 2, Shorthand 1 2. TERRY BUT- LER. Accounting 1 2, Record Keeping. RITA NAGEL, Health Occupations. 109 JOHN POTTER, U.S. History. So- ciology. BOB HAINJE, Social Studies. JERRY McKIM, Govern- ment-Econ., Psychology. RICH STEFANICH, U.S. History, World History, International Relations. DAVID WALLS, Social Studies, Econ. Gov. JOE BURVAN, Phys. Ed, Health. NANCY MESSMAN, Phys. Ed, Health. SHARON KRINTZ, Spc. Ed. ROGER BEEHLER, Art. GREG NORRIS, Band. WALT SHALTEN- BRAND, Swing choir. Girls Sw. Choir, Choraleers. Mr. Stefanich’s class went to see the Brit- ish Consul. Class members are: (Row 1) Missy Moore. (Row 2) Mrs. Kracraft, Kathy Moriarty, Vice Consul Lawson. (Row 3) Mr. Stefanich, Mrs. Ahler, Terry Boesch. (Row 4) Bill Lewis, Al Bridgeman. 110 Showing his artistic ability is Mr Beehler. (Bottom Left) Teaching his class a few business pointers is Mr. Butler. Staff works to maintain RCHS Throughout the year the staff of workers have worked to improve our school. The members of the staff are (left): Chuck Rayburn, Maintenance, Ralph Harsha, Thomas Boring, Jim Cox, Ralph Terry, Custodians, Mary Standish. Laundry, Betty Sayler, Matron. The cooks are (from left): Mrs. Joann Grant, Head Cook, Shirley Brettsinger. Carol Bullington, Ethel Brosh — Sub, Student helper John Paul Minter keeps the floor spotless at right. 112 A Past to Remember A Future 113 Seniors become Superstars champs The class of ' 83 ran away with first place on Superstars Day. Held on May 10 some new compe- titions were introduced. A cat-fish toss gave students “hands-on” experience with live fish, while a tricycle race called for long, un- used skills for some students. A ' ‘back-to-back’’ race replaced a stilt walk. The victorous seniors were rewarded with a day off school the following Friday. Seniors Suzy Post and Mary Brusnahan try to make their switch quickly during the tri- cycle race. (At right) Here we have Junior Chip Misch on drums and Senior Bruce Pettet on elec- tric guitar providing visual entertainment in addition to recorded music. Below some representatives from the freshman class use all their muscle in the tug-a-war. Clockwise from top: Sophomore Mike Moon looks like he enjoys holding a live fish. Is senior Abby Simmons talking to her fish ? Freshmen Scott Hoover and Pat Scheurich have some trouble staying hitched” during the piggyback race. Sophomore Beth Pigford scrambles to recall the techniques of tricycle riding. 115 Musical goes back in time to Camelot The 1983 musical, CAMELOT, was a sizeable production set in the mythical land of Camelot dur- ing the reign of King Authur. The play demanded much of the ac- tors and actresses. Director Wal- ter Schaltenbrand was pleased with the production and perfor- mance. “It is not an easy play to put on, he said. “It isn’t a light, fluffy musical, such as GUYS AND DOLLS. But he is pleased with the students’ work, especially that of the lead players Larry Brinley, Helen Hughes, and Stephanie Schultenbrand. (Top photo) Missy Moore helps John Ahler put on his make up. (Right) Carole Mangas puts on Mike Bean ' s make up as Bill Latti- more looks on. 116 117 Mike Bean as Pellinore sings the praises of Camelot. The young maids of Camelot frolic during ‘‘The Merry Month of May. 118 Guenevere expresses her feelings in that wonderful month — May. Lancelot, portrayed by John Ahler, informs the audience of his great deeds as a knight at far right. At near right, Larry Brinley as Arthur tells Guenevere of his hopes and dreams for Camelot. Below, lead players Helen Hughes, Larry Brinley and Stephanie Schaltenbrand take a break backstage. Prom brings new king and queen The 1983 prom “A River Rende- vous, was a new experience for the junior class. Many juniors worked hard to put the prom to- gether. Barb Baumann headed the overall prom committee and got a lot of help from Don Jacks, Chris Mingear, Jessica Kuyrken- dall, Tammy Lashbrook, Jackie Wright, Julie Clark, Lisa Sysock, Steve Healey, Holly Eldridge, Leila Michal, Ryon Shaw, Chip Misch and Don Osika. The Band was Cold Steel. The King and Queen were Beth Hurley and Bruce Pettet. Working on the murals for the prom are from left, Don Jacks. Julie Clark, Barb Bau- mann. Enjoying the dance are Kathy Hershman, and Brad Swartz. 120 The canldates for prom are (row 1 left to right): Sandra Kohley, Mandy McElfresh, Kim Smith, Tom Branson, Abby Simmons. (Row 2 left to right): Brian Pettet, Beth Hurley, Bruce Pettet, Chris Tonner Kissing Queen Beth Hurley is King Bruce Pettet. 121 Cindy Fritch and Reggie Fleming look as if they ' re having a good time at the Prom. Nora Kamos and her date Boogie down to the beat of the music at the 1982-83 Prom, provided by Cold Steel. 122 Nora Kamos and her companion rest their weary legs and cool off with a cold drink. Kevin Moriarty and Stacy Louck sit out for a moment during the Prom. 123 Awards cause smiles and tears Leslie Mehall receives her sash during awards night. Seniors move on Senior practice marching in above and at left. Mr Norris conducts Pomp and Circum- stance” as the graduates file in. Commencement has many speakers Clockwise from upper right the speakers for the graduation are Frank Worden, John Ahler, Jennifer Groppe, Kathy Moriarty, Rick Nagel and Larry Brinley. 126 Upper left another speaker is Scott Lucero. Above right Shelly Dobson, Tom Branson, Mike Delaney. Al Bridgeman file into the auditorium. Some of the seniors look on in anticipation of their diplomas above. 127 At right, Mr. Fritch begins distributing di- plomas. 128 The commencement await their turn at the podium, above. At left, Mr. Crowe hands a beaming Scott Lucero his diploma. After commencement all is confusion, hugs and tears as seen above. 2 130 131 132 135 f-Mprs 138 139 140 141 142 We as the Chaos co-editors would like to thank the following for their help on this year ' s CHA- OS. Ms. Haigh, our advisor, we would like to thank for her devo- tion to the yearbook. We thank Mr. Chartrand for the many pic- tures he took and printed for us. We thank also our student photog- raphers. 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