Ridgefarm High School - Bulldog Totem Yearbook (Ridge Farm, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1984 volume:

EXTR A-Cjj RR1CUL ARS PC. DANCES PC 51- J: . WINTER SPORTS P( . SENIORS PT ’ v tV ' ' • . r jLltW]1 iM� 41 fe W r 9UR suproRp 'v • ' - ' Ei E Y-j Wll P( £ - w • w Oar Studen t Body a “BULLDOG ” DEDICATION TO DEE WEIR TUl I'JW-lflM Bulldog yearbook it dedicated to Drt Weir. Dee wi born and reared in Ridge Farm She was a Ridge Farm cheerleader in grade school and high school Dee firvt received her training by cooking in restaurants This taught her how to prepare foods in targe amounts which was crucial to her success as a school cook Dee s next job was cooking for the school While working for the school. Dee went to cooking school She attended two summers in Champaign, one summer in Charleston Carbondaie. and Dekalb Dee started at the grade school with Dorothy loop and after four years began cooking for the high school The lunch program was not well established so the townspeople helped by building tables, having dinners to raise money, and donating kitchen items While cooking for the school district, inspectors from 'springheld and Washington. DC often came to inspect Dee's kitchen Dee also had supervisors to watch over her Ruth Jenner was the most dear supervisor she had Bv being a good friend. Ruth pushed her and made her the cook that she is today Mr Weller and Jim Ellis were also a great help Dee not only loved her work, but also the kids She always looked for good in each student Dee often took food requests from the kids first and the teachers second Dee showed the kids how well she liked them by trying to explain the governmental requirements and prices of the food to teach them about the lunch program and its importance to the school Dee loved to cook fried chicken mashed potatoes, gravy, crary cake, and yeast donuts which were some of the kids favorites too Not only did Dee cook, but she also was a supervisor of cooks from the Edgar county-lllinois line and to the Champaign and Chicago county lines. She enioyed this Job as well But Dee s job like all other good things, must come to an end Dee has plenty of free time since she retired, which she uses to get rid of accumulated items, to bowl, and to read Dee said the hardest thing for me to do was quit cooking at the school She often sets her clock at o00 am each morning out of habit Dee you II be missed Interviewed by Carrie Harvey Written by Lisa Spesard Dee Supported And Loved Us Through 38 Years Of “Good Cooking” Top left: Lisa Spesard, Carrie Harvey, Sherri Wills, Angie Latoz, and Candy Conrad. Toni Collom, Scott Meeker Jeff Woodard, Butch Theresa Miller. N Hffred: Holly CownJ norrison, Ginger j| PKaren Chesnut, a n _;j| 0 ewsader. YEARBOOK STAFF Sherri — Editor, layouts, typing, sales, and proofreading. Most Valuable. LEWIS I mill SPONSOR: CHERE W. Angie — ad sales Carrie — typist, arti- cle chairperson Lisa — reporter, typ- ist Holly — layouts Stephanie — ad sales Toni — layouts Paul — Photographer Butch — pizza sales Ginger — layouts Candy — photogra- pher chairperson Kevin — photogra- pher CLASS SNAILS A “The Following Pages Are Filled With Names, Events, Accomplishments, And Happenings Of All Our Bulldogs” Mural Was Designed And Painted By Paul Moody On Display In New Gym THE F G James Hester Cindy Hicks Todd Shields Amgie Oakes Thad Appa Mellisa Hollis Jay Smith Cheryl Young Charlie Vire Nichole Stickler Craig Latoz Amy Land Dwayne Dixon Dianna Callez Michael Abbott Chelly Collom Tom Smith Heather Rumple Dale Miles Valarie Thompson • r. Spesard, Steve Wade, Dwayne Warfel, Brian White, David Class Officer President — Lori Mitchell, Vice President — David White. Secretary — Mike Stickler. Treasurer — Theresa Brenner. Student Council Rep — Lori Mitchell. Missy Hackl. Homecoming Attendant — Laura Georges Sponsors: Mrs. Hall Mrs. Crawford CLASS OF 1986 10 Tammy Sly Brian Rodger Teresa Beard Troy Pearson Debbie Rodgers ■r: ■Ktil Tom Will Kerrie Marckle Courtney Cole Amy Knoblett Kevin Mitchell Kelly Accord Steve Valangeon Theresa Miller Lee Dixon Toni Collom JUNIORS rf Rich Haase Danny Paree Troy Johnson David Stanton Bob Whittaker 3 Jim Stanton Jim Skinner Shawn Conklin Joe Ingalsbe Butch Vice Bonfire began at 7:00 p.m. on October 7th. The Spirit Awards were announced by the Student Council. The cheerleaders performed a dance routine to the Homecoming theme song Far From Over. The football team and cheerleaders threw eggs at a picture of a trojan. The football players pushed a marshmallow halfway across the Football field with their noses. (Some of them cheated and threw their marshmallows forward.) Role C|U Bon Fire Ridge Farm hosted its Sixth Annual Homecoming Fest on Saturday, October 8. The day started off with a wholesome breakfast of whole hog sausage sandwiches or ham and beans at the new fire station, which was sponsored by the Ridge Farm fire department and auxiliary. The main feature of the parade was the Chanute Air Force Drum and Bugle Corps and Drill Team. Dan Crane and Harry Babe Woodyard were special guests. The parade theme was Far From Over. The parade marshall was the Lions Club Citizen of the Year. The parade was made up of color guards from Catlin, Chrisman, and the Georgetown American Legion Posts, Shriner's Club bicycle. Miss Edgar County, Danville Labor Day Queen, clowns, floats, school bands, 4-wheel drive vehicles, the Gao Grotto Band, area fire departments, businesses, car clubs, political candidates, Keebler Elf, Perry Cozat and his calliope and more. There were many boothes and displays ran by individuals businesses and organizations. Some of the things: homemade candy, caramel corn, popcorn, cotton candy, pizza, white elephant sale, bake sale, arts and crafts, clowns, jewelry, elephant ears, hand-made dolls, antiques, toys, games, pepsi challenge, balloons, home-made baskets, ice cream, snow cones. There was a car display of Trans-Ams and Corvettes. Big Bird was on hand to entertain the children. After the parade, there was entertainment on the main drag. A baton act, a Magic Show and the Kadiddlehoppers Square Dance Club performed. During the parade, the flats and floats were exhibited. The winners of the flats were: seniors, 1st; freshman, 2nd; juniors, 3rd; and sophomores, 4th. The winner of the float was the booster club. 12 . 4 wMcc n a Angie'' Chi Such IT’S FAR FROM OVER “What Homecoming Means To Me ... Football game and the biggest dance of the year for the whole school. Joe Ingalsbe A Senior Pyramid Having no voice after the game, hot chocolate, shaking hands with representatives, going to the Homecoming dance with a real good looking woman. Chris Martin It means getting together with your class, friends, teachers, and showing school spirit by constructing flats and sitting in the bleachers routing for your team. Darren Parree The alumni coming home to celebrate everything with us. Carrie Harvey Sharing your special moments with that special someone. Toni Collom M M 3 ? M i Mr f 'all f% 5 ail tofc WF.r di- spirit This was floating in the atmostphere at Ridge Farm during Homecoming. It started when the school dressed as Hawaiian's, crazy day. and purple and gold day At the end of the week, the games were held Each class had participants in the egg toss, the quarter race, the three- legged race, orange pass, and tug-of-war The junior class won over-all. and were awarded $25 by the student council. The bonfire was exciting The cheerleaders performed a routine to Far From Over and they did a snake dance through town There were many people dressed up as Hawaiians. The bright and wild colors on all the clothes made peoples' eyes hurt after awhile. After some deep thought by the student council, the winners were cho- sen. Top Hawaiian boy John Loop wore a pink, orange, and yellow Hawaiian shirt with matching leis. Other accessories were sunglasses, a sun-visor, and camera. Top Hawaiian girl was Cheryl Thruman. She had on a grass skirt, a white shirt, and some Hawaiian beads. The tailgate party winners were Mr. and Mrs. Steve Pearson, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Loop, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Colemen and Mr. and Mrs. Vance Pearson. They showed up in cars by Chevrolet. A motor home, camaro, citation, and a blazer. They had an all-American theme which was Football, hotdogs, apple pie, and Chevrolet ' They ate hotdogs and apple pie. They won $25 from the booster club. There were more dressed for crazy day than there were for Hawaiian day. A wide variety of crazies showed up at our school. There was everything from opposite sexes to punk-rockers. The choices were many but a decision was reached on the winners. Win- ner Angie Latoz wore camouflage pants, a bow tie with lights that blinked, clown make-up, old glasses, an orange hat, pink slippers, striped socks, and multi- colored hair. Winner Darren Paree wore a dress, pan- ty-hose (Full of runs), tennis-shoes, red lip-stick, and a black wig. The student council had a very tough time choosing the winner for purple and gold day. Almost everyone had on purple and gold outfits of every kind. Winner Terrie Wright had on a purple sweat suit with a gold vest, purple sweat pants and a gold sweat shirt, purple and gold pompons, purple and gold garters, and pur- ple ribbons pinned to her gold sweat shirt. The Jay-ess' provided the music at our Home- coming Dance. Their performance was excel- lent. Last years Queen, Angie Latoz and King, Sam Blakeney crowned Candy Conrad and Dar- rin Voyles as the 1983- 84 homecoming queen and king. They danced to the theme song and then the royal court joined them Alumni were invited to the dance and many came. Everyone seemed to have a great time C. Harvev I gi So I 1982 King Sam Queen — Angie 1983 King Darrin Queen — Candy Junior Escort — Troy Pearson. Sophomore Attendant - Laura Georges. Junior Escort — Mike Francis. Freshman Attendant Nicole Stickler. Senior Escort - John Loop. Senior Candidate Robin Baird, Senior King - Darrin Voyles. Senior Queen Candy Conrad. Junior Escort Lee Dixon. Junior Candidate — Tammy Sly. Junior Escort — Kevin Mitchell. Junior Candidate — Toni Collom, Angie Lator Sam Blakeney 16 Tin- | V Football team lost to Newman 22-14. Tony Mai tin caught a pass from Steve Spesard for one touchdown, and David Stanton ran through the Newman line for the other touchdown. The Varsity beat Homer for therr second victory of the season. Darrin Voyles and Troy Johnson powered through the defensive line for a 12-8 win. During the football game, the sophomore class was awarded $25 from the booster club because they showed the most spirit. L. Spesard The football teams strong defense and offence’ ' added greatly to the victofy over Deland-Weldon. The defense kept Deland from scoring twice when they were deep in bulldog territory. The offense pushed through the Deland defense twice. The expert running of Troy Johnson and Tom Will gave Ridge Farm a 14-0 win. The senior's parents were recognized at our last home game. L. Spesard r The bulldogs played Newman 10-14-83, but were not victorious. The score ended at a 34-8 loss. Steve Spesard made a pass to Courtney Cole for the touchdown and Charlie Vire ran in for the extra points. L. Spesard The footbali team vas Jed t wo captains, Darrin fksyles 1 levin Mitchelter ■ ’ A Where's the worm? I What did ! do now? Front row: Tom WiJl, Troy Pearson, JCevin Mitchel, Brian Rodgers, Mike Francis, Danny Paree, David St an tog Tim Shields, TrqyJohnson. Middle row: John Loop, Butch Vice, John Kinney J ich Haase, Kraig Latoz, Courtney Cole, Steve Spesard, Mike Stickler, Jim Skinner, Lee Dixon, Darrin Voyles. Back row: Brad Snoke; manager, Tony Martin, Thad Apa, Mike Abbot, Charlie Vire, Steve Lischalk, Todd Shields, Dwayne Wade, and Coach Tate. 19 Ay OUR FACULTY: “Adjectives describing a favorite teacher. Above: Chere' W. Lewis — Art Left: Nancy Englund — Band My favorite teacher is not always in my good graces. Her compliments are rare, but when delivered, make you feel good because you know you deserve them. She is a rather scary teacher at first, that is, until you get to know her. But, on the other hand, she is never predictable. Playing favorites is not a favored practice with her either. But when she is critical of me, I try to accept the criticism gracefully because 1 know it is 1 in order to better me. Still don't know who is? She has the fastest hands in the west! Cheryl Thurman Kind, considerate of others, open-minded, and interested in viewpoints of others. Carrie Harvey Witty, Fair, and Caring. Darren Parree 22 Favorite Fairy Tale: Cin- derella Favorite Bad Guy: Wick- ed Witch of the West Favorite Good Guy: Woodsmen in Little Red Riding Hood Favorite Cartoon Char- acter: Heathcliff Mrs. Bell Favorite Fairy Tale: Jack and the Beanstalk Favorite Bad Guy: Oil Can Harry Favorite Good Guy: Tar- zan Favorite Cartoon Char- acter: Goofy Mr. Corbin Favorite Fairy Tale: The Little Engine that could Favorite Bad Guy: Adolph Hitler Favorite Good Guy: Jack Armstrong — The All- American Boy Favorite Cartoon Char- acter: Dagwood Mr. Knight ELECTIVE SCIENCE Favorite Fairy Tale: Alice in Wonderland Favorite Hero: Knight Rider Favorite Bad Guy: Coyote after Roadrunner Favorite Cartoon Character: Smurfs Pat Noggle Pat Noggle r ’ BUS Favorite Fairy Tale: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Favorite Bad Guy: Wil E. Coyote Favorite Hero: Lone Ranger Favorite Cartoon Character: Woody Woodpecker Don Hackler OUR FACULTY 23 1973 1974 BECKY SMITH STRICT LIBRARIA Do You Recognise The Seniors? 10 Years Ago! Grade BUS DRIVERS ns Kincaid, Bev Gerard, and Lois Arnett. COOKS Virgil Kunkle BUS DRIVER Harry Ehlenfeld CUSTODIAN Si 9 ' • Important Individuals Behind The Scene Mr. James Brackney, Principal Mrs. Nancy Mitchell, Secretary OFFICE HELPERS This year Mr Brackney taught humanities, man and society, civics, and American history part-time, as well as his regular principal responsibilities. Welcome back to the classroom! Darla Dodson and John Loop . not pictured Courtney Cole SUPERINTENDENT D BROWN BOOKKEEPER C. RICHARDSON 1 SCHOOL BOARD t nt (1985) GeMge T. Conklin (1985) A. Thoma James L Bills (1987) Carol Pearson, Secrel T ges (1985) Mark Klinl |1°87) A. Thomas Georges, President, Robert D. Busby, Jack Cavanaugh, Elmer Miller, James L. Mills, Mark Klink, Betty Phipps, Secretary. “WINTER SPORTS” What Thrills Me Most About Winter Sports? The togetherness it creates between all of the students who participate in and support the sports! Carrie Harvey Pep sessions and cheerleaders. Steve Kotcher The competition is to me more greater during the winter. Also, it is a lot more exciting. Darren Parree A good ice hockey fight. Joe Ingalsbe Girl's basketball and the pep sessions with the cheerleaders. Chris Martin 29 OUR GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM 30Q.O Front r Bacy r 1 gwae uckeyAmy KAoble Spe Jrd,,Debbie R kJ 1 — 30 Laura Georges — Soph. Joni Latoz — Soph. Heather Rumple — Fr. Debbie Rodgers — Jr. The girls started out the year winning their first eight games. Many felt that Ridge Farm had an outstanding team with such a record. They failed to realize that the girls had played many weak teams and the really good teams were yet to come They ended the year with a very respectable record of 13 wins and 11 losses. The 11 loses came against teams that had a combined record of 100 wins and only 39 losses. They outscored their opponents by 8.1 points per game and re- bounded their opponents by 20 rebounds per game. Coach Knight. i Wtr R ok. it - ci GO F C HLRYI In over-time games they split by winning one and loos- ing one. They brought home the third place trophy in the strong Vermilion County Tournament All the girls im- proved on their statistics from last year and played good team Basketball !!! The Junior Varsity squad had a great year compiling a record of 8 wins and 2 loses. Coach Knight. Amy Knoblett — Jr. Sheri Tucker — Soph. Nichole Stickler Fresh. Amy Land — Fr. 19S3-84 Boys Basketball The Varsity Team received the Vermil- ion County High School Association Award. The Commit- tee is made up of ath- letic officials, mem- bers of the news me- dia and other inter- ested persons. Oak- wood s principal, Glenn Keever. headed the committee. Tom Will — Guard Troy Pearson — Foreward Tim Woodward — Foreward Kevin Mitchell — Guard The Boys, 1983-84 Bull- dogs, finished the campaign with a respectable 12-12 won-loss record. This is the first time in ten years that a boys basketball team has finished with at least a 500 record, as well as placing sec- ond in the Conference tour- nament. Tim Woodard Steve Spesard were the ones named all conference team. The outlook for the future once again is bright with only the graduation of Tim Woo- dard and John Loop. A host of juniors will be striving to fill those two starting position. The success of next years team will depend upon how many of the returning people can improve in the John Loop — Center Bob Whittaker — Lee Dixon — Foreward Center Butch Vice — Steve Spesard — Guard Guard off-season. TheJ-V-team finished a somewhat surprising 8- 8 record. Made up of un- derclassmen, as well as some contributing ju- niors efforts put forth were excellent. This years experience will hopefully show next year at the var- sity level. Coach Hackler Amy Knobblet The 1983-84 Cheerleading Squad represented Ridge Farm High School quite well. This squad was an eager group of young ladies who possessed a determination to do well, and to do all cheers perfectly. The squads first display of perfec- tion was revealed when they per- formed an excellent dance routine to Far From Over for Homecoming, at half times, and at the Vermilion County Tournament. Their dedication placed them 2nd (only 6 points behind winning squad) in the Cheerleading Competition at the East Okaw Tournament in Febru- ary The squad placed oth out of 11 squads in the Cheerleading Competi- tion at the Vermillion County Tour- nament in January. We are looking forward to an even more successful season next year. Pat Noggle ichardson ‘ Our Classes 99 Learning to me i« important bfuust without some form of communication we iff nothing Sherri Will Lejtnmg i important so I i«n get out of High School «nd get good paying job Toni Collom To learn what the nations young people know maybe a little more Also to understand the English language Joe Ingalsbe Learning i growing, if we don I grow a little brt each day. then we might as well not be here at all Steve Kotcher Learning is important because it is a chance to develop your academic ability as well as your maturity level By attending school, a person learns why s-y . and what proper verb form to use But they also achieve something more They learn how to interait with other people In order to make it in this world, a person must know how to deal with others This includes their personal life as well as the business world Learning how to deal with people is a type of learning that is matched by no other Cheryl Thurman 35 The volleyball team lost to Newman in the EOC tournament opening game. The score was 15-6, 15-5 and 15-13. This unfortunately stopped Ridge Farm from playing any further games in this tournament. Ridge Farm is so proud of the volleyball team for receiving the title Regional Champions that buttons are busting. The regionals started on Wednesday when Ridge Farm beat Chrisman 15-2 and 15-5. Further competition followed when the Bulldogs played Oak- wood on Thursday and won both games 15-12. The championship game was played on Saturday against Westville. Even though Westville put up a good fight, the Bulldogs’ skill paid off with the scores of 7-15, 15- 2, and 15-7. i liH SPORTSMANSHIP K iren Ches 1984 CO-CAPTAIN Debnie Rodders AIN ■Kr Missy Hackl 36 Our volleyball team has taken a good step forward this year. The co- captains were Cheryl Thurman and Candy Conrad. Their first game was September 1, at Georgetown. The team split the win with the JV losing and the Varsity winning. The Bulldogs beat Oakwood with the JV winning 15-1 and 15-4. The Varsity won 15-9 and 15-5. Unfortunately. Shi- loh beat the bulldogs. The JV scores were 15-12 and 15-9 while the Varsity scores were 15-13 and 15-9. The JV lost against A.B.L. 15-13 and 15-7. but the Varsity won 15-8 and 16-14. Thursday. October 6, was senior par- ent night. The seniors are Candy Con- rad. Cheryl Thurman, and Karen Ches- nut. The Bulldogs beat Homer with the JV scoring 15-2 and 16-14 and the Varsi- ty scoring 15-9 and 15-5. BOYS BASKETBALL HONORS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Varsity Honors Steve Spesard: Made second Team all conference Tim Woodard: 1st team All county sportsmanship award — All Confer- ence John Loop — Honorable mentioned — All Con- ference Kevin Mitchell Jr. High Scorer (237) Tim Woodard Sr. Most Rebounds (220) Steve Spesard Soph. Most Assists (90), Most Steals (44) V. Statistics 83-84 RF 51 Kanvas RF 44 Oakland RF o4 Homrr RF 63 Newman RF 72 Shiloh RF 42 ABl RF 74 Ro «vtlle RF 53 Carlin RF 55 Oakland RF 63 Column RF 52 Hornet RF 45 Wmtvilir RF 55 Jamaica RF o5 Newman RF 75 Oak wood RF 63 Shiloh RF 60 Newman RF 71 Homer RF 47 Oakland RF 5« ABl RF 34 Chritman RF 7o lamaira RF 50 WeMt'ieid RF 44 Ootgetown 60 50 75 57 60 SO 64 50 5 3� 06 61 So 41� 73 47 55 57 ol 41 56 56 57 52 GIRLS BASKETBALL HONORS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS 1983-84 Statiticians: Lee Dixon, Lori Mitchell, Troy Pearson, Brian Rodgers I Scorer — Tim Shields, MGR. Cheryl Young, Record Overall — 13 wins 11 losses. Conference — 5 wins 5 losses. Head Coach Robert Knight V. Statistics 83-84 Girl Basketball RF 70 Potomu. 9 RF 54 Newman 33 RF 46 Oakland 25 RF 20 Bis-Henn 27 RF 35 Hornet 34 RF 47 Chmman 32 RF 53 Potomk 12 RF 41 Armstrong 40 OT RF 32 Jamaica 40 RF 3o Georgetown 20 RF 35 ABL 41 RF 23 ABL 27 RF 42 Shiloh 45 RF 40 Oakland 25 RF 27 Hornet 32 RF 55 Newman 24 RF 40 Shiloh 50 RF 50 ABl 51 (3 o 1) RF 64 Catlin 42 RF 30 Jamaica 52 RF 37 Rankin 51 RF 32 Oak wood 40 RF 44 Georgetown 33 RF 44 Jamaica 50 Varsity Honors Lisa Spesard SR. Top Scorer. Most rebounds, 31o. Most Steals 82, Selected member of all county Girls basketball Cheryl Thurman Sr Most athletic. Most assists (85), All county Honorable mention Candy Conrad All County Honorable Mention Jr. Varsity Honors Laura Georges So. High Scorer (57). Most Rebounds (61) Joni Latoz So Most Steals (36) Sheri Tucker So. Most Assists (22), Most Steals (3o) Heather Rumple FR. High Scorer (57) 1983-84 Statiticians Carissa Harvey Scorer Brad Snoke Manager: Brad Snoke Record: Overall 12 wins 12 loses EOC 5 wins 5 loses Head Coach — Don Hackler Record: Overall 8 wins 2 loses Conference o wins 1 loss HONORED VOLLEYBALL GIRLS Honor Page The 1983 girls Volleyball ended in very successful fashion. The girls were the Regional Champions by defeating Westville in the final game. The Bulldogs battled a good Fisher team before bowing out in the sectionals held at Mahomet. The varsity compiled a 10-9 match record, while the JV finished 8-6. With only three graduating seniors, the volleyball team would be strong enough next season to win more games. Post season honors were garnered by Candy Conrad for first team, All Conference and Missy Hackl made the second team. The most Valuable Player was Candy Conrad. Most Improved player was Nichole Stickler. Sportsmanship Award went to Karen Chesnut. Co-Captains for the 1984-85 season will be Debbie Rodgers and Missy Hackl. Congratulations to all the girls and better luck in the seasons ahead!!! Coach Hackler. WOODARD NAMED SPORTSMANSHIP WINNER Straight A on and off of the court. That's Tim Woodard of Ridge Farm, named as the 1984 recipient of the John Dickson Memorial Sportsmanship Award in boys basketball. The Dickson Award is one of the most cherished honors in Vermilion County athletics and is given in memory of the late Fairmount All-County athlete. The Award is presented on an individule basis in boys and girls basketball and football. Ridge Farm was selected for the team award. Criteria for the honor includes not only sportsmanship and fair play by the athletes and their coaches, but by school officials and their fans. The actions of few can rule out a school for consideration. W?oodard and Ridge Farm were selected by a committee sanctioned by the Vermilion County High School Association. Oakwood High Principal Glenn Keever heads the committee that includes athletic officials, members of the media and other interested persons. While there were several particularly outstanding candidates nominated. Keever's committee made Woodard its clear choice. Tim is finishing an outstanding career at Ridge Farm both athletically and acadenically, said his coach. Don Hackler He carries a 5.0 grade-point average into his final semester. That is a great achievement considering the many activities he has been involved in. Tim has participated in the band, chorus, and student council. He is a member of the National Honor Society and is an Illinois State Merit Scholar and has represented his school well at exchnage day functions. In addition he has worked with the scholastic bowl team and has helped tutor pupils at the Ridge Farm Grade School. Woodard's athletic achievements also are numerous. He has been a three-year starter on the varsity basketball team and narrowly missed All-County honors this season. He was elected co-captain by his teammates and led the team in scoring and rebounding. He also runs the 400 meters in track. Tim has been a leader both on and off the field of athletics, Hackler said. 'I have never seen him show disrespect to an official In fact, he is most cooperative with the officials and tries to set an example for his teammates. He is a very diligent person who gives 100 percent on and off the court. Woodard is considering attending Illinois Wesleyan University. He is the oldest of four sons of Mr Mrs. John Woodard of Ridge Farm Other nominees were Mitchell Schuter of Armstrong. Gene Phinney of Bismark-Henning, Louis Rethelford of Catlin. John Towns of Georgetown, Tony Hettinger of Jamaica, Bryan Wagers of Oakwood. Doug Alexander of Potomic, Billy Stewart of Rankin. Rich Martin of Rossville-Alvin and Norris Porter of Westville. Tim Woodard straight A on, off court OUR BULLDOG TRACK TEAMS 40 Kraig Latoz 2nd high 2nd shot put — Homer 4th pole vault 1st 400 relay 4th pole vault — E.O.C. 3rd high jump 5'4 1st high jump — Homer Mike Francis 3rd shot put Tim Woodard 1st 400 yd. dash 1st 400 dash — Homer ; . 2nd 100 yd. dash ABL 2nd 100 yd. dash Homer f 2nd Ig. jump Homer 3rd 400 yd relay — Conf. 3rd 200 yd dash Homer 3rd triple jump — Homer 5th 200 m. County 5th m relay EOC 400 m relay 3rd 900 m relay 2nd 800 relay ABL tied 1st 400 relay ABL Kelly Acord 2nd 200 hurdles — County 2nd 400 yd. run 1st 100 low hurdles RF -vs- Homer 3rd 100 low hurdles Girls 1st 400 800 relay ABL Terri Wright 1st High Jump 1st high jump Homer 3rd 100 meter Homer Brian Rodgers 2nd 100 m. hurdles Jam. 2nd high jump Jam. 3rd 100 yd. dash 3rd 100 jump 3rd high jump 1st 110 high hurdles Vermilion County Class B Girls Championship 1st 400 relay Chris Martin 3rd 200 m dash 2nd 200 m dash ABL 3rd 200 m dash Homer 4th long jump — Homer 1st 400 relay Steve Spesard 1st pole vault lO'O 1st pole vault ABL 1st pole vault EOC 1st triple jump 37T1 Joni Latoz 1st loOO m. run Jam. 2nd lg. jump 13T0 EOC 1st mile run t :40 1st mile run Homer 1st mile run Homer 2nd lg. jump 3rd Lg. jump Angie Latoz 2nd shot 3rd disc Abl 2nd shot Homer 3rd disc Homer Candy Conrad 2nd 100 m Dash Jam. 2nd 200 m dash Jam 1st 100 200 yd. dash 1st 100 200 dash Homer 3rd lg jump Homer 4th 100 200 County Debbie Rodgers 1st shot 1st Disc 2nd shot ABL 1st disc Homer 1st disc County 3rd shot County OUR ORGANIZATIONS On Tuesday, February 21, the Jets, a selected group of Ridge Farm high school students participated in a series of competitive tests at DACC sponsored by the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers. The tests included: math, chemistry, physic, biology, graphics, and English. Ridge Farm placed 3rd out of seven area schools of similar size. L. Bell Team members included: T. Pearson, K. Mitchell, Sponsor L. Bell, G. Ellery, D. Stanton. K. Chesnut, C. Cole, T. Woodard, J. Loop, C. Conrad, M. Hackl, K. Markle, L. Spesard. Extra-curricular activities are fulfilling because they are a chance to represent your school as well as yourself. Playing the game, whatever it is, is great, but it is especially rewarding when your team is having a winning season. Cheryl Thurman The musical is a time when I can be myself and someone else. In track, 1 have to discipline myself to do my very best. Chris Martin To help the chess team be number 1. To also show that Ridge Farm produces top quality students. I also support the rest of Ridge Farm sports. Joe Ingalsbe 41 Profiles An' adduction Partic The 1963 Ridge Farm High School F F.A iluptri 1� starting out wilh j nr v kivimi ind nrw idrjs Mr ScollCuwfonli mii new Agriculture teacher and also our FT A advisor This year w hop 10 buy a computer for our Ag classes We feel computers are helpful in farm management We also hope to improve our farm implements this year Several of our members were successful wilh their livestock protects at the 1 83 Chapter 18 F.F A show at the Georgetown Fair. Kent Stickler won Grand Champion Gilt in the Swine divi- sion and Michael Stickler received all A ratings Troy Pearson exhibited the Reserve Guard Champion Polled Hereford Heifer, We have added 1© new members to out chapter We hope with the help of our new Advisor, members, and enthusiasm to have an active successful year Troy Pearson, F F A Reporter While interviewing Mr Scott Crawford I learned a little bit about him and what he is planning for the Ag classes and the F.F A Mr Crawford first attended Danville Area Community College and studied Production Agriculture He then attended the University of Illinois where he studied Technical Specialties Education He had previous agriculture experience When I asked him what he was planning for the Ridge Farm F F A . he said he wanted to stimulate and motivate his students on to greater deeds and make them become better farmers and better people He requites l'X % of the Vocation Agriculture students join F.F A. so they can en|oy the fun and learning experiences Mr Crawford is mainly concerned about the agriculture that now effects Vermilion County, but is also interested in the new kind of farming that will challenge farmers in the future Mr Crawford will only take field trips that are necessary to meet the needs of the class. The students at Ridge Farm are excellent, motivated, and enthusiastic He expects Agru ulture and F.F A to be the most difficult and funniest class that they have. So in conclusion, it looks like Ridge Farm High School is very lucky to have a teacher like Mr Crawford Thad Apa. Green Hand F.F A. Chapter Darrin Voyles; president, Steve Kotcher; vice-president, Tim Shileds; Treasurer, Troy Pearson: Reporter, Lee Dixon; Sentinel. Congratulations is in order to the F.F.A. parlimentary procedure team. They placed 7th overall among nine teams from the area. The chairman is Thad Apa, the sec- retary is Amy Land, and the floor members consist of Kraig Latoz. Todd Shield, and Angie Oaks. FFA Officers CHESS This had been a successful year fur thr Chess learn especially when one consid- c� s that the team had to be reconstructed after the loss of a few seniors from last yearslram In the ECICL. the team mm 12 matches. drew 1. lost only 3 This record allowed the team to tie for first in the � team league with Unity High of Urbana Tie breakers placed Ridge Farm 2nd In the Jerry Dyer Memorial Vermil- ion County Tournament the team scored 17 points and dominated play to take fust place Even at the state Team Tournament with 2 excellent players unable to attend, the ream won 3 of 6 rounds of play to place 10th among lb teams The JV team also performed very well Their record of wins 2 draws, and only 4 losses gave them a chance win- ning percentage of 04% Varsity consist- ed of Skinner. Loop. IngaUbc and Mar kle JV Woodard Vice. Ellery Martin Wade. Mattin and Huff (C Corbin) Coo. wn.JM. Mar tip: K Mar kle, J h J Skinrur rd.J. ■Vice. B Whitl (Individual Varsity) Jim Skinnei -,ived a team captain being our first board player Hr placed 12th of 75 in the ECICL and placed 1st of 2° m the Vermilion C ounty Tournament Voted Most Valuable Player John Loop plased eth out of 75 m the EC ICE. placed 4th in the 20 in the State Team Tournament and won on board 2 He won 72 of his games and earned the Most Letter Point� with 179 Voted Most Knowledgeable Player Qualified tor Slate Individual Tournament Joe IngaUbe Place 9th of 75 in the ECILC. placed 1st in on hoard 3 in ECICL Individual Tournament and placed 3rd of 2« in Vermilion County Tournament He won 90 of his games and the most ribbon� tor outstanding play Vested M.-i Improved Player Bob Whittaker placed l?� h of 75 in the ECICL tourm placid 3rd on board 4 in the tournt. and placed 2nd of 29 in Vermilion County Tournament. He won 50 of his games and won ribbons fat outstanding player Kerne Maikle placed 1st of 5 on board 3 in the State team Tournament placed 1st on board 5 of ECICL individual tourm placed 7th of 29 in Vermilion County Tournament, and placed 20th of 75 in ECIC1 Won 54 of her games and Qualified lor State Individual Tournament Voted Most Enthusiastic player 44 RF 8 Vi Bis Hen 1 Vi RF 6 Vi Rantoul 3 Vi RF 2 Uni High 8 RF a V Danville 1 Vi RF 6 Urbana 4 RF 6 Vi Bis Hen 3 Vi RF 6 Vi Rantoul 3 RF 7 Uni High 8 RF 9 Uni High 1 RF 2 Westfield 8 RF 4 Harvard 6 RF 4 Vi Sherwood 5 Vi RF 7 Ottowa 3 RF 6 Vi Alden Hebron 3 Vi Individuals JV Jeff Woodard played 1st board (JV) and filled in as 4th board varsity in the State Team Tournament. He won 74% of his games in jv play and won 3 of 6 games in the State Team Tourni. voted most valuable player. Butch Vice played mostly 2nd board (jv) won 50% of his games Greg Ellery played mostly 3rd board (jv) and won 73% of his games Voted Most Improved Player. Tony Martin played board 4 and improved much during the year. He placed 2nd among 14 freshman in the Vermilion County Tourni. Voted Most Enthusiastic Player (JV.) Dwayne Wade Played mostly board 5. (JV) board and filled in on Varsity board 5 at the State Team Tournament where he had 1 win and 1 draw. Front row: Kerrie Markel, Tammy Sly, Carrie Harvey, Cheryl Thurman, and Lisa Spesard. Second row: Mrs. Noggle; sponsor, Amy Knoblett, Terrie Wright, Kelly Acord, Robin Baird, Angie Latoz, and Karen Chesnut. Third row: Brad Snoke, Troy Pearson, Kevin Mitchell, Tim Woodard, John Loop, Candy Conrad, and Tim Shields. ■ 46 Back l-i Lisa SpeMId, wtn ShfWds, Tim Woo2ard, Angie Latoz Middle )-r Candy Conrad, Lori Mitchell, Missy Hackl, Darla c----U™ —rJ_r Daje Miles, Stew Peterman Mitchell, Missy Hackl, Darla Student Council Mem bers Candy Conrad (sr.) Angie Latoz (sr.) Darla Scrogham (sr.) Lisa Spesard (sr.) Tim Woodard (sr.) Kevin Mitchell (jr.) Tim Shields (Jr.) Missy Hackl (Soph) Lori Mitchell (Soph) Steve Peterman (fresh) Dale Miles (fresh) OUR STUDENT COUNCIL September 12,1983 the new student council members were elected. The new sponsor for this year is Ms. Nancy Englund. The members consist of Lisa Spesard, Candy Conrad, Lori Mitchell, Darla Scrogham, Angie Latoz, Tim Shields, Tim Woodard, Kevin Mitchell, Missy Hackl, Steve Peter- man, and Dale Miles. The First ma- jor project was the Homecoming Dance and other related festivities. The Student Council on having an- other successful year. President — Lisa Spesard j Vice President — Candy Conrad Secretary-Treasurer — Lori Mitchell w. 47 Front row: Kerrie Markle, Lisa Abbott, Karen Chesnut, and Angie Oaks. Second row: Tim Woodard, John Loop, Thad Apa, David White, and Theresa Brewer. Third row: Dwayne Wade, Kevin Latoz, Robbie Kotcher, Troy Johnson, Stephanie Weir, and Cheryl Young. Back: Miss Englund, Instructor. MUSIC TO OUR EARS” il THE BAND Favorite Fairy Tale: Peter and the W'olf Favorite Villian: Darth Vader Favorite Hero: Magnum P I Favorite Cartoon Character: Ziggy This year was busier than ever for the Ridge Farm Band. Marching Band was better than ever. In addition to perform- ing at all home games, we also marched in a parade at Catlin. The pep hand per- formed at all home basketball games playing hit tunes like Shake Rattle and Roll, Physical , Coke is it ' and many other popular songs. Several stu- dents attended the County Band Festival, Solo, and Ensemble Contest. Our Jazz Combo is improving and students are learning how to improvise solos when they play. In the spring, the band per- formed at the pops concert. The pep band also performed at DACC for the Basketball County Tournament. N. Englund, Music 48 r This is the first year to combine the Jr. High and High school in the flag squad. The Flag Squad performed at all home football games and marched in the Ridge Farm Home Com- ing Parade, and the Cat- lin Ham and Bean Day Parade. Lisa Spesard The flag squad consisted of four members this year. Captain Toni — Junior, Becky — 7th grade, Ka- ren — 8th grade, Carrie — 8th grade. Flag Squad is something that all of us worked hard towards and appreciated what we had accom- plished. We all had a great time and helped each other out on what problems we had. There were only four girls in the flag corp. this year, but what little people and time we had, we put a lot into it. We all enjoyed it, and we would like to thank Miss Englund for helping us through it. Toni Collom This year along with the march- ing band members was an added pleasure. There was a rifle and flag corps to further our enjoyment. The rifle team consisted of four members this year. Captain Sherri — Senior, Stephanie — 7th grade, Jennifer — 7th grade, and Macey — 7th grade. As captain of the rifle team, I think we had a great season. All of the girls worked hard to learn their routines. Practicing after school, sometimes in the rain, but we got the job done. At the beginning of the year, we couldn't twirl our rifles very well, but as the year went by we got bet- ter. Special thanks to Miss Englund for helping with our routines. Sherri Wills RIFLE AND 49 SWING CHOIR Front left-right: Angie Oakes, Nicole Stickler, Robbie Kotcher, John Kinney, Karen Chesnut, Stephanie Weir. Second left-right: Sherri Wills, Amy Knoblett, Steve Spesard, Steve Kotcher, Darren Paree, Toni Collom, Theresa Brewer. Third left-right: Missy Hackl, Mike Stickler, Danny Paree, John Loop, Tim Woodard, Chris Martin, Amy Richardson. Fourth left-right: Mrs. Hackler, Theresa Miller, Todd Shields, Kevin Latoz, Kevin Lewsader, Kenny Huff, Shawn Mendenhall, Valerie Thompson. The Chorus students were kept quite busy this year with all their activities. They began their year with a Patriotic concert in the fall, which was followed by a Christmas concert in December. Spring-time was the busiest time of the year. Preparations wete made for solo and ensemble contests, organizational, county festival, the musical, and the Spring concert. They also sold candy bars to help defray the cost of all of their activities. L. Hackler The music department organized a Swing Choir for the first time this year. They made their own shirts and blouses to wear for their performances in the Fall, Christmas and Spring concerts. The Swing Choir was well received by the community and the school. L. Hackler Couples left-right: Todd Shields Amy Knoblett, Mike Stickler Amy Richardson. Robbie Kotcher Nicole Stickler. Steve Spesard Missy Hackl. John Loop Shawn Mendenhall, Tim Woodard Toni Collom, Chris Martin Theresa Brewer. Danny Paree Sherri Wills, Darren Paree Karen Chesnut, Steve Kotcher Stephanie Weir, John Kinney Angie Oakes. Pianoist — Kevin Latoz. Instrumental Music Contest The result of the instrumental music contest were as follows Kevin Latoz received a 1st for a trombone and piano solo, Angie Oakes — 1st place in a flute solo, Stephanie Weir — a 2nd for snare drum solo, Dwayne Wade — a 2nd for the alto sax solo, Kerrie Markle Angie Qakes a 2nd in the woodwind duet, CONGRATULATIONS! Bulldog Beat By Lisa Spesard 'The Bulldog Beat is a weekly article, published by the Leader Newspa- per, about the happenings at Ridgefarm High School students. Lisa Spe- sard was a consistant and faithful reporter. Thank-You!” 1983-84 Year- book Staff. Congratulations To John Loop John Loop took the Math placement test at DACC and will begin with class 112-passing over the First two classes. Good Luck! Yearbook. Mon tied lo Music Contest Results Were Impressive The result of the music contest held at Monticello were very impressive. The first place winners were as follows: Theresa Brewer, Danny Paree, Mike Stickler, Chris Martin, The second place winners were as follows: Sherri Wills, Shawn Mendenhall, Stephanie Weir, Amy Richardson, The third place winners were: Lori Mitchell Danny Paree a duet, Nichole Stickler Congratulations To The Scholastic Team Congratulations are in order to the Scholastic bowl team. Ridge Farm tied with Newman because they both has lost one game, but with the tallying of total points. Ridge Farm received the East Okaw Conference title. The meet consisted of five teams from the area. Tim Woodard answered 14 questions, Lisa Spesard 3, John Loop 6, Kevin Latoz 2, Carrie Harvey 1. (Lisa Spesard.) Kevin Latoz In Concert Kevin Latoz is a senior at RidgeFarm High School and is multi-musically talented. He is a Christian young man and plays variety types of mu- sic. Fingers Latoz as he is fondly referred to, has been taking piano lessons for 10 years. He has been the Sunday School pianist for 5 years and has been the church organist for the past year, as well as playing for school and com- munity activities. He plans to attend Illinois State University this fall. Ke- vin is the son of Ron and Sharon Latoz of Ridge Farm. GOOD LUCK! The Ridge Farm FFA held a Sadie Hawkins Dance on February 18, 1984 from 8:00-11:00 p.m., in the High School gym. The D.J. was from WIAI with Keith O'Mally. The honors of Daisy Mae and Little Abdner went to Joni Latoz and Tim Woodard. The dance raised $75.00 and was given to the Ag classes for buying new tools. We would like to thank everyone who came and hop to see you next year. FFA Reporter Troy Johnson This gave the girls a chance to ask the guy of their choice to the dance.! W fm OURISADIE HAWKINS DANCE t •rian SPRING MUSICAL The School presented the Musical play YEAR- BOOK on April 27-28, in the high school gym. A fried chicken dinner was held in the old gym of the High School. Yearbook presents all sorts of activities which occured at Lawernce High School, home of the Por- cupines. These included the football team, the mak- ing of the yearbook, class elections, homecoming, and drama club activities. The male characters were: Troy Pearson as Jack Lawson, (quarterback of football team), D. Paree — Mr. Rowland Procter (Lawrence High Coach), Horace Hobson — M. Stickler, Steve Spesard — Tim Jackson (member of football team), S. Meeker — Stewart Thorpe (team business mgr.), and D. White — as Harvey Waldenheimer, (perpetual candidate for class president). Female characters: S. Weir — Susan Thorpe (head of yearbook staff) H. Rumple — Nancy Robbins (wealthy student), K. Markle — (Hilda Loften) K. Chesnut — Jill Harper (leader of pep squad), A. Knoblett — Toni Gillespi (wants to play girls basketball), N. Stickler — Polly Stewart (aspiring political scientist), L. Mitchell — Sandra Johnson (head of drama club), and Missy Hackl — Miss Hooper (drama club advisor and music teacher). Reporters and camera people include: Candy Conrad, Tim Shields, Chris Martin. Registration advisor — Theresa Brewer, and Tim Woodard . . The college representatives was Kelly Acord and extra students were Amy Land, and Tony Barrett. 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The play il-rlf wa- mil lhal gfral hut il made ihr paflmpant- wotk haidri and -how thru true lalent- KrllvAioid It wa-Un-id fun I mjoyrd getting lo havr lun wilh all my Inend- Hr-ide- it heat- -laying home every night David White I liked bring in ihr mu-Kal heiau-r id ihr expriiriur Thr nprurmr i- gieat bevau-r. you Iratn how to hr in publi without bring embana-rd And AImi il - alot id fun gelling lo be in it See Ya la F Se Typical meSng i he Even though the amplifier blew up thursday, April 2o, the play finally got underway — Friday and Saturday. Friday night a dinner was prepared before the play and after the play on Saturday, a dance was put on. Kevin Lato was the D.J. The students worked very hard to prepare for these exciting nights and it showed in their good performances. Crowning of our new King Queen, i Such excitement in the air . . .__ V 1 J ■ W So many Cinderellas without their slippers — They were so stylish this year. __________ v J OUR PRO R. Baird, B. Warfel, D. Scrogham, D. Paree, King J. Loop, Queen Terrie Wright, T. Woodard, and Li Spesard 56 We've Got Tonight SHAWN WON THE LEHMAN DRAWING AT CHRISMAN. THE USE OF A CAR, TUX, AND FLOWERS. 'Could it be . . the Seniors have realized this is a time they'll never have again?' Il m iPV e the Knight in shining Armor has arrivedato help a Damsel in Distress■ f Could it be the Magician with entertainment on the side? Oh the enchantment of The Last Dance with My Dream Come True ...7 mi Conference Football Results The all conference results on Offence were: Dar- ren Voyles — 2nd team running back, and Danny Paree — 2nd team tackle. The defence honors were Danny Paree — 2nd team, interior line, Mike Fran- cis — 2nd team line backer and Kevin Mitchell — 2nd team defensive “1984-85 Cheerleading Results The 1984-85 varsity cheerleaders are as follows: Heather Rumple (soph), Nichole Stickler (soph), Amy Knoblett (sr), and Captain Lori Mitchell. The JV cheerleaders will be Amy Richardson (jr), Stephanie Weir (JR), LeeAnn Brackney (FR), and Glennett Barrett (FR). CONGRATULATIONS girls Kevin Latoz Received John Philip Sousa Award' Kevin Latoz has received the John Philip Sousa Band Award . This award recognizes those musicians displaying superior musicianship, leader- ship, dependability, loyalty, cooperation and other qualities of conduct which school instrumental music programs strive to impart. The Sousa Award is the top Nationwide prize in the school band field, both in prestige and appearance. The handsome award reflects credit on both the band and the band director. Awarded By: Nancy Englund ‘The New 1984-85 National Honor Society Members Announced’ The following sophomores were elected to the National Honor Society for their academic skills and leadership. Sherri Tucker, Joni Latoz, Amy Richardson, Laura Georges, Steve Spesard, Stephanie Weir, Jeff Woodard, Missy Hackl, Nichole Stickler, and Lori Mitchell. Mr. Corbin And Chess Team Members were Sponsor Mr. Corbin, Kevin Latoz, John Loop, Li a Spesard. Brad Snoke. Mike Francis, Kerrie Markle, Amy Knoblett, Carrie Harvey. Mike Stickler, and Theresa Miller. Successful Scholastic Team This year the scholastic bowl teams had a successful year competing in several events including the East Olcaw conference meet where they placed first in the Vermilion County Scholastic Bowl Meet where they placed third The varsity players consisted Primarily of Tim Woodard, (Captain), John Loop. Lisa Spesard, Kevin Latoz. Carrie Harvey. JV players were: Mike Francis, Ker- rie Markle, Brad Snoke, Danny Paree. and Theresa Miller. Each member made contributions to the team either by toss up ques- tions or by advice during consultation involving bonus ques- tions In all it was a rewarding experience for the players and the coach. Toss up questions answered correctly by: Tim Woodard 37, John Loop 15, Lisa Spesard 3, Carrie Harvey 1, Kevin Latoz 3, Mike Francis 14, Kerrie Markle 4. Brad Snoke 4 Danny Paree 1._______________________________ Scholastic Bowl Team Members were Sponsor Mr. Corbin. Kevin Latoz. John Loop, Lisa Spesard. Brad Snoke, Mike Francis. Kerrie Markle. Amy Knoblett, Carrie Harvey. Mike Stickler, and Theresa Miller. Scholastic Bowl Team Re- ceived Ok aw Conference Title tm:i i FOOTBALL AWARDS Most Valuable Off Lineman — Danny Paree Most Valuable off Back — Darrin Voyles Most Valuable Def Lineman — Danny Paree Most Valuable Def. Back — Troy Johnson Most Improved play — Mike Stickler Most Valuable Player — Darrin Voyles Highest Def. pt. Total — Danny Paree Highest Def. pt. Total — Mike Francis Highest Off. Total — Darrin Voyles Kevin Mitchell Danny Paree Troy Johnson 1984-85 Co-Captains Announced uMan Behind The Coaches BRAD SNOKE 1 Mgr, trainer. Football Basketball, 2 Coach Tate's student asst, coach, 3 statistician, 4 reporter to newspapers and radios stations. Randy Gardner Asst Coach Seniors Evaluations And Most Likely To Become A Prettiest Teeth: Kevin Lewsader Terrie Wright Most Jewelry: Bill Warfel Cheryl Thurman Cutest Nose. Chris Martin Carrie Harvey Nicest eyes: Steve Kotcher Lisa Spesard Most Athletic: Tim Woodard Candy Conrad Straightest Hair: John Loop Robin Baird Likely to Suceed Tim Woodard Candy Conrad Curly Hair. Kevin Latoz Sherri Wills Clown: John Loop Carrie Harvey Nicest Smile: Kevin Lewsader Lisa Spesard Loudest: Kevin Latoz Carrie Harvey Nicest Legs: Chris Martin Candy Conrad Best Dressed: John Loop Terrie Wright Longest lashes: Steve Kotcher Lisa Spesard Shortest Hair: Darren Paree Sherri Wills Stylish glasses: Kevin Lewsader Lisa Spesard Tallest: Tim Woodard Lisa Spesard Cartoon Nut: John Loop Carrie Harvey Shortest: Darrin Voyles Sherri Wills Biggest Poster Col. Kevin Latoz Candy Conrad Biggest Feet: John Loop Lisa S. Aneie L Animal Lover: Darrin Voyles Candy Conrad Smallest Feet. Steve Kotcher Cherv! Thurman Lover: Kevin Latoz Cheryl Thurman Deepest Voice: Steve Kotcher Angie Latoz Business Lover Tim Woodard Darla Scrogham Highest Voice: John Loop Robin Baird Art Lover Carrin Voyles Carrie Harvey Teachers Pet: Tim Woodard Lisa Spesard Science Lover: John Loop Lisa Spesard Junk Food Junky: Kevin Latoz Darla Scrogham History Lover. Tim Woodard Sherri Wills Flirt: Kevin Latoz Robin Baird English Lover: Steve Kotcher Robin Baird Prettiest Hair: Steve Kotcher Terrie Wricht Phys Ed Lover: Kevin Lewsader Sherri Wills Best Dancer: Darren Paree Chervl Thurman Spanish Lover Kevin Latoz Cheryl Thurman Most Freckles: John Loop Karen Chesnut Nature Lover: Chris Martin Candy Conrad Skinnest: John Loop Darla Scrogham Bluest eyes: Darrin Voyles Lisa Spesard Quietest: Steve Kotcher Terrie Wright Creenist eyes: John Loop Robin Baird Finger Nails: Kevin Lewsader Terrie Wright Brownist eyes Steve Kotcher Sherri Wills MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED IN THESE Model — Angie Latoz Soap Opera Star — Sherri Wills Artist — Darrin Voyles Sports Announcer — John Loop Movie Star — Candy Conrad. Carrie Harvey Teacher — Tim W Sherri W. Trapese artist — Chris Martin Mechanic — Bill Warfel Doctor — Candy C. Darren P Lottery Winner — Robin B Sherri Wills Secretary — Darla Scrogham Scientist — Lisa Spesard Indie 500 driver — Bill W Aneie Latoz Photographer — Chris Martin Movie Critique — Karen Chesnut Principal — Kevin L. Lisa S. Cartoonist — John Loop Politician — Bill W Tim Woodard President — Steve K. Lisa S. Darla S. Computer Wiz — Tim Woodard Comedian — Carren Paree Lumber Jack — Darren Paree Dentist — Terri Wright Rodeo-rider — Kevin Lewsader Sales Person — Karen Chesnut Financier: — Darrin Voyles Activities: Volleyball 2, 3, 4. Co-cap- tdin 4. Basketball — 2. 3. 4.. co-captain — 3. 4 student council — 3. 4. vice presi- dent — 4. NHS - 3. 4. secretary — 3. vice president — 4; Yearbook staff — 3, 4 R-Club — 1. 2. 3. 4; JETS - 3. 4. The Great Sit Out — 2; Homecoming Queen — 4 Favorite Song- Women in Boots by John- ny Lee Saying Are You Serious?” Ambition Become a veterinarian Pasttime: Running around with friends Tim Woodard X ).fc Activities Basketball — 1. 2. 3. 4. co- captain - 4. R-Club — I. 2. 3. 4. Track 3. 4 Honor Roll — I. 2, 3. 4. Band — 3, 4. Chorus — 3. 4. Swing Choit — 4 County Music Festival — 3. 4. Student Council — 2. 3. 4. NHS — 3. 4. FFA — 1. Scholastic Bowl - 2. 3. 4. Ne wspaper — 2; co-editor — 2; Office Helper 4. JETS — 2. 3. 4. The Great Sit Out 2: Who's Who — 3. 4: National Foreign 1 anguage Award 4. Illinois State Scholar 4 Freshman Science Award. Society for Distinguished American High School Students —2 Activi lev Honor Roll — 1. 2. 3. 4, NHS — 3� 4. president 4; Student Council — 1, 2, 3. 4, sec-trcas — 2. vice president — 3; president — 4 R-Club — 1. 2. 3. 4 Cheerleader — 1; Scholastic Bowl — 2, 3. 4. Drama — 1; Office help - 4. Newspa- per — 2; co-editor 2. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; co-captain — 3. 4; All conference team — 3; Caser of the Week — 4. Yearbook — 3. 4. JETS — 4; DAR — 4, Great Sit Out — 2. Who s Who — 3. 4 Freshman Aca- demic Science Award Nickname Wilber Activities: Stats — 1; Class President 2. R-Club — 2. 3. Volleyball — 2. 3; NHS — 2. 3. 4. Treasurer - 4. The Great Sit Out — 2. JETS — 3 Who's Who — 3, 4 Musical — 1. 2. 3. Honor roll — 1. 2. 3. 4 Homecoming Candidate — 4 Pasttime Talking on the phone. Getting away from here, and going out for skettiM Favorite Saying Bun ot a sitch and Got any gum?” Song Babe I'm Leaving by Styx and Eli- zabeth by Statler Brother- Activities: Class Vice President — 2. 3. 4. Chess — 1. 2. 3. 4. Basketball — 2. 3. 4; co-captain — 4. Football — 1. 3. 4. Home- coming Escort — 1. 4; Scholastic Bowl — 3. 4 R-Club — 1. 2. 3 4. NHS — 3. 4; Who's Who — 3, 4; Band - 3, 4; Chorus — 3, 4. Swing Choir — 4. Musical Band — 3; County Festival — 3. 4. FFA — 1. 2; Office Help — 4; JETS — 3. 4. Honor Roll -- 1. 2. 3. 4 Saying You did What?” Nickname Loop Activities Volleyball — I. 2. 3. 4. co- t apt a in — 3, 4. MVP — 2. 3. Basketball — 1. 2. 3. 4. Most Hustle Award — 3. Track — 1.2. 3. Most Track Points — 1; Cheerleading 3. NHS — 3. 4. Who's W'ho — 4; Society of Distinguished American Students — 4. Outstanding Names and Faces — 3, 4: Academic All-American Award —- 4. Class Secretary Treasurer - I, 2. Newspaper reporter 2. R-Club — 1 2. 3. 4 Groups: Culture Club and Michael Jack- son Saying What a rage Michele Robin Baird Chervl Thurman 62 9 -ri k fiaren Chesnut Activities: R-Club — I. 2. 3. 4. Track — 1. 2. Band — 1, 2. 3. 4. Chorus — 13 4 Swing Chou - 4. NHS — 3. 4. JETS — 3’ 4. The Great Sit Out — 2. Volleyball - 1 2. 3. 4 Yearbook - 1. 2. 3. 4 Sec-Trea� .' - 2. 3. 4 Musical 1. 2. 3. 4. Who's Who — 4 Favorite Saying - ' I don't know Pasttime Being with Glen. Ambition To become a medical secre- tary. Activities Basketball — 1. 2. 3. 4 Track — 2 R Club — 12,3,4, NHS - 3. 4. Secretary — 4. Student Council — 3. 4, The Great Sit Out — 2. Homecoming Quwn — 3. Class Vice President — 1. Class President — 3, Who s Who — 3, 4 Honor Roll — 1. 2, 3, 4. Yearbook Staff — 3 4 Favorite Saying: You dang zero and Go For it. you only live once PasMime. cniizin, partying, and being with my friends Song When you get on the Whiskey and That's All Gemsi Activities: Queen attendant - 1; Track manager — 1; Cheerleading — 2, 3. 4. Volleyball — 2. 3, Basketball — 2 Favorite Saying What a Murr ' Song: New Drug by Huey Lewis Nickname Erma Pasttime: Being with Kevin Ambition to be a successful executive secretary in a large city. Activities football — 1, 2. 3. 4. co-cap tain — 4, 2nd All-Conference Team — 4 MV offensive back — 4 MVP — 4 R Club - 1. 2. 3, 4. FFA - 1. 2; Jr Treasur — 3. Piesident 4, W'ho s Who 4 Class President — 1 Musical Crew — l 2; Hornet oming attendent — 1. 2. Home coming King — 4 All 12« — 4, Favorite Song: Dixieland Delight by Ala- bama Saying f didn t do it Nickname Pooh Bear' Pasttime being with Teresa and Kaia Activities Cheerleading — 1. 3. 4. Bas- ketball 1. 2. R-Club — 1. 2. 3, 4. NHS — 3, 4. Who Who 3. 4. Class President — 4. The Great Sit Out — 2 Nickname Edna Favorite Song: Break my stride Saying Are you Serious? or Get out of my face ' . Pasttime having a good time with friends. Ambition: Going to college and become a CPA Activities: Chorus — 2. 3, 4. Musical — 1 2, 3, 4 Art — 1. 2 FFA — I. 2. 3. 4 Songs Cocaine by Eric Clapton. Shays Dressed Man by ZZ Top and Major Tom by Peter Shilling Saying Don't Worry About It1 and Stop the World. I want to get off! Ambition To be self-employed Hobbies fishing, trapping, working on cars, and welding passtimes working in my shop and be- ing in Cayuga Worst problem Never enough time Activities Basketball — 1; Cheerleading — 2. Track - 2. 3 NHS — 3. 4 Scholas- tic Bowl — 3. 4 JETS 3. Who’s Who — 3. Football Stats — 3. 4 Basketball Stats — 3. 4. yearbook reporter — 2. 3. 4 Newspaper reportet — 2. R Club — 2. 3. 4. The Creat Sit Out — 2. Class treasurer — 3. Honor Roll — 1. 2. 3. 4 Nickname Harv Songs Don't Stop Believing by Journey and Sexy and Seventeen by Stray Cats Saying That don't cut no ice. Activities FFA — 1, 2. 3. 4 Nickname Willie Favorite Song That's All by Genisis Favorite Saying This it True1” Ambition Brain Surgeon Favorite Group Police Activities Chorus — 3. 4. Yearbook Staff — 2. 3. 4; co-editor — 2. editor — 3. 4. Office Help — 1. 2, 3. 4 Rifel Team Cap- tain — 4 The Great Sit Out — 2. Swing Choir — 4. Musical - t. 2. 3. 4. Madri- gals — 4; Class secretary — 3; Prom Commity — 3; Student librarian — 1 Nickname Cher Songs Think of Laura by Chris Christo- pherson and Islands in the Stream by Kennv Rogers and Dolly Pardon f- KAREN CHESTNUT Received American Citizenship Award Class Officers: President — Terne Wright. Vice-President — John Loop. Sec.-Treas. — Kevin Latoz Student Council Representa- tives: Candy Conrad. Angie La- toz. Darla Scrogham. Lisa Spearrd. Tim Woodard Homecoming Candidates Rob- in Baird. Candy Conrad Class Sponsors Sam Corbin. Don Hack let Tim Woodard Received American Citizenship Award' Compliments Of GEORGETOWN I.G.A. Georgetown, IL 61846 TIBBS CORNER GIRLL Mary Jane Tibbs Ridge Farm, IL 61870 jLcro ii A super night of support ■1 r hatioB j' Bture with feeling. W § M Cofti ngjhe j'Dgjer f lJ heT_ Could it be President Nixon Rippling Biceps?!! attended? Home game with loads of excitement! Tim Woodard Tim's — Accomplishments: PTA Lilian L. Glover Scholarship. Special Mention All-County - Basketball, John Dickson Memorial Sportsmanship Award - Basketball. 1st Teal All- Conference - Basketball, All-County Scholastic Bowl, American Legion Citizenship Award, Valedictorian 5.0 g.p.a . MVP Basketball, Free Throw Percentage Award Basketball. Most Rebounds — Basketball. President's Academic Fitness Award. Illinois State Scholar. Best of the Class'' — WC1A. National Foreign Language Award Societies: Academic All-American, Who's Who Among American High School Students. Distinguished American High School Students, Outstanding Names and Faces Lisa's — Accomplishments: Salutatorian 4 9o g.p.a., Daughter of the American Revo- lution. Bausch Lomb Science Award. Presidential Aca- demic Fittness Award, Indiana State University Academic Scholarship. Indiana State University Alumni Association Scholarship. Terre Haute Naval Fleet Scholarship, Most rebounds Basketball. MVP — Basketball. Basketball co- captain. Most steals points — Basketball, Set 4-year record — 832 rebounds. Commercial News Cager of the W?eek, All-Conference — Basketball, All-County — Bas- ketball Societies: W'ho's W'ho Among American High School Students, Aca- demic All-American. America's Outstanding Names Faces, Society of Distinguished American High School Stu- dents The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution honors one student from each of the fifty states, selected from the senior classes of Public, Private, and Paro- chial High Schools Each school chooses its own student, boy or girl. LISA SPESARD and JOHN LOOP have been selected as the OUT- STANDING CITIZENS for the 1983- 84 school year at RIDGE FARM HIGH SCHOOL! Selections are based on DEPEND- ABILITY, SERVICE, LEADERSHIP, and PATRIOTISM CONGRATU- LATIONS to LISA and JOHN and to their parents. LISA and JOHN are outstanding young people and a cred- it to their school and community 67 HIGH HONORS HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL HI Qtt IW M Senior Robin kud Kiifn Chr nui Candy Conrad Came Harvey Sieve Kotcher Angie Laio John Loop Lisa Spesard Bill VVarlel Tim Woodard Sophomore . Missy Hat LI Lori Mitchell Mike Stickler Stephanie Weir Jeff Woodard HONORS Senior Kevin Lato Damn Voyle Tettie Wright Sophomore Laura George Scott Meeker Shawn Mendenhall Amy Richard on Sheri Tucker Ginger Will ACHIIYIMLNT HONORS Senior Darla Scrogham Sophomore Li a Abbott Holly Cowan Can a Harvey Jom Lator Steve Spe ard David White Senior 70% Junior 4o% Sophomore 55% Fre hmen 20% Junior Kelley Acotd Amy Knoblett Kevin Mitchell Troy Pear on Brad Snoke freshman Amy Land Heather Rumple Todd Shield Nicole Stickler Junior Kerne Markle Tim Shield David Stanton Freshmen Thad Apa Junior Courtney Cole Troy Johnson Debbie Rodger Tammy Sly Tom Will Freshmen Chelly Collum SCHOOL TOTAL 47% HIGH HONORS HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROU 2nd Qn 1«3-M SENIORS Robin Baud Karen Chesnut Candy Conrad Came Harvey Steve Kotcher Angie Lato John Loop Darla Scrogham Lisa Spesard Cheryl Thurman Tim Woodard SOPHOMORES Mi y Hack I Lon Mitchell Mike Stickler Stephanie Weir Jeff Woodard HONORS SENIORS Kevin Lato Bill Warfel Terne Wright SOPHOMORES Laura George Jom Lato Shawn Mendenhall Sheri Tucker Ginger Will ACHIEVEMENT HONORS SENIORS JUNIORS Kelley Acord Amy Knoblett Tim Shield Brad Snoke FRESHMEN Amy Land Heather Rumple Todd Shield Nuole Stickler JUNIORS Kerne Markle Tammy Sly David Stantem FRESHMEN SOPHOMORES Ruth Dodson Ken Huff Scott Meeker Amy Richardson Dwayne Wade David While SENIORS o5% JUNIORS 3©% SOPHOMORES 57% FRESHMEN 14% JUNIORS Kevin Mu. hell Debbie Roger FRESHMEN Robert Kot.hei SCHOOL TOTAL 43% HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL 3rd Qrt 1 83 44 HIGH HONORS SENIORS Robin Baud Karen Chesnut Candy Conrad John Loop Lisa Spesard Tim Woodard Terne Wright SOPHOMORES Lon Mitchell Mike Stickler Stephanie Weir Ginger Will Jeff Woodard HONORS SENIORS Came Harvey Cheryl Thurman JUNIORS Kevin Mitchell Brad Snoke David Stanton FRESHMEN Amy Land (Leather Rumple SOPHOMORES Laura George Mi y Hackl Shawn Mendenhall Sheri Tucker Marianna Wahlfeldt JUNIORS Kelley Acord Amy Knoblett FRESHMEN Honor Students I Made The Honors ” “4th Quarter” (Signatures) ACHIEVEMENT HONORS SENIORS Steve Kotcher Angie Lato Darla Scrogham SOPHOMORES Holly Cown Crystal Emerick Jom Lato Amy Richardson Steve Spe ard Dwayne Wade JUNIORS Kern Markle Troy Pearson FRESHMEN Thad Apa Steve Peterman SENIORS ©3% 12-1% JUNIORS 25% 7-24 some Mi R Is 53% l©-30 FRESHMEN 14% 5-14 SCHOOL TOATL 3 % CONGRATULATIONS to the RIDCL FARM HIGH SCHOOL LIVESTOCK JUDGING TEAM members AM LAND, TROY PEARSON. MIKE STICKLER. STEVE SPESARD, and TODD SHIELDS who participated in a livestock judging contest at Illinois State University on Saturday, November 1983. Thirty teams were entered, but only three places were awarded The RIDGE FARM TEAM was only 5o points behind the 3rd place team. Congratulation are in order to yet another basketball team. The FFA boys brought home a consolation trophy from the Armstrong invitational tourney. The team lost to Georgetown 40-25. but beat Chrisman 30-11 and also beat Paxton 29-25. The team consists of Darrin Voyles, Troy Johnson, Kevin Lewsader, Michael Stickler, Darren Parec, and Joe Ingalsbe. The student council participated in a student exchange with Jamaica High School. Lisa Spesard, Tim Woodard. Lori Mitchell, and Steve Peterman. CONGRATULATIONS TO AMY LAND: Her calf was chosen as Grand Champion in its class at a recent livestock contest at Jackson. Mississippi. Thank you Ridge Farm for your super support to raise the Spirit of our community during Homecoming (VEARB(X)K) Special thanks is given to Paul Moody for displaying his art talents on the gym wall by painting a bulldog The school is grateful Thanks again (YEARBOOK) Congratulations are in order to Tim Woodard for receiving State Scholar. The cheer leading squad received second place in the East Okaw Conference tournament competition. Congratulations and good-luck in further competition! P NCXXilE) Things i'll remember in Years to Come: The people who were killed in Beruit while trying to keep peace among nations. Carrie Harvey The discovery that scientists can clone a living cell of human. Joe Ingalsbe Michael Jackson s top performance, Thriller . Toni Collom Raider s winning the superbowl. Steve Kotchcr The 1984 world Olympics were held in Sarjavo Yugoslovia. Jay Smith This may be the last year for Reagan in the White House. Holly Cown Michael Jackson s rise to stardom with his music career . Ginger Wills The invasion of Grenada ' Tony Martin NEWS PAGE Congratulations are in order to the FFA livestock judging team mem- bers Mike Stickler, Steve Spesard. Todd Shields, James Hester, and Jeff Woodard. They placed loth out of 52 teams in the Illinois State Barrow judging contest. This was the first time for them to judge! The first nine weeks honor roll list was very impressive. 70% of the sen- ior class. 46% of the junior class, 58% of the sophomore class, and 20% of the freshman class were on the honor roll. Senior — Students at Ridge Farm High School were asked what they think about the situation in Lebanon and Grenada Their opinions were published in the Commercial News. Favorite Fairy Tale: Snow White Favorite Bad Guy. D B. 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Special thanks to the school administrators and personnel who cooperated wholeheartedly in allowing us to use the school equipment, and props, and facilities for several practices. Extra special thanks to the men of the Fire Department who organized props that Saturday afternoon, removed and set up props during the show, and all those who performed. Sincere thanks to everyone who helped in any way. Names are too numerous to mention. Booster Club Variety Show Committee; Noki Conklin, Randy Gardner, Carol Pearson, Anita Stahl, Julie Brown, Connie Loop, and Terry Furnish. The Ridge F.um Booster Clubs supper Carnival and Talent Show proved to be a huge success citing an overall talse-in of app $4000 Five hundred and seventy people were served at the Chicken n Noodle Supper and attendance in the high school gym almost was capacity during the carnival, pageant and talent show According to the Booster Club President, Nancy Rumple, the event was quite a production The pageant candidates which collected $1,300 alone, resulted in the following winners; (front row. left to right) Queen Christy Loop. King Kraig Rigdon. Princess Chasity Collom. Prince Scott Weir, lunior Princess Misha Geisert, Junior Prince Troy Winland; (hack, row from left) Last years royal court. Queen Becky Snoke; King Todd Georges; Princess Tanya Shields; Prince Chad Shelton; Junior Princess Angie Key. and Junior Prince Scott Ham. All proceeds are placed in the Booster Club fund, which is used for many projects not affordable by the school district. 1984 Spring Carnival Royalty Elementary — Jr High Section K-8 The 1983 football season saw some changes from previous years. We played a nine game schedule and picked up a game against Jamaica, who we hadn t played since the new conference was started Jamaica will be joining the East Okaw conf. in 1984 As in previous years, the season did not go according to plan We lost close ones to ABL and Homer at the begin- ning. We lost twice to Newman and Oakland dominated their game. Home- coming was a rainy, dreary, day. We lost another close one to ABL there too. The final game against Jamica ended in de- feat Our captains were Darrin Voyles and Kevin Mitchell John Loop and Dar- rin were our only seniors out.' Coach Tate Tom Will Lee Dixon Steve Spesard Michael Stickler Charlie Vire Tim Shields Troy Pearson Courtney Cole Butch Vice Jim Skinner Danny Paree John Loop Mike Francis Darrin Voyles Tony Martin Brian Rodgers Richie Haase Troy Johnson John Kinney David Stanton Kevin Mitchell Here are a few snaps from the Soap game. [..ft rt ft ft ifraic OMs Mike Lowe (Coach) Scott White, John Woodard, Wade Key, Ron Clarkston. Doug Phenecie. Troy Latoz. Row 2. Kraig Rigdon, Bill Harvey. Mike Rice. Shawn Knoblett, Tony Conrad, Shawn Bla- keney Bret Snoke. Row 3. Kurt McCook Bobby Vice, Ryan Gardner. Eric Conklin. Rob Peterman. L-R Mike Lowe (coach), Andy Perkins, Chad Phenacie. Steve Kiser, Todd Georges, Stewart Finchum, mgr. Bret Snoke. Front 1- r Pat Kelly, Brian Stahl, D.J. Jessup, Kraig Rigdon. Troy Latoz, Tony Conrad ©th And 7th individual awards Most points — Tony Conrad. Most Assists Kraig Rigdon. Most Rebounds Troy Latoe. Most Steals Kraig Rigdon Best FG % Wade Key. Best FT % Tony Conrad Kraig Rigdon bth Grade Summary Conference Tournament — 2nd to Chrisman. County Tournament 2nd to Hoopston East Lynn District Finals Lost to Chrisman. Overall 15-7 started 14 Won « straight Individual Awards Most points scored — Steve Kiser Most Assists Pat Kelly Most Rebounds Steve Kiser Most Steals Pal Kellv. Best FC % Steve Kiser Best FT % Brian Stahl. Manager Bret Snoke Statisticians lenmfer Warfel Stephanie Pearson. Carrie Martin. Becky Snoke Lyn Wilson Coach—Stephanie Spicer. Leslie Sconce, Macey Rum- Lyn Wilson (coach) R-L Back Glennett Barrett. Christy Loop, pie, Tanya Shields. Cindy Mills. Dawn Paree, Jenny Warfel, Dawn Kim Brewer. Amy Binkley, Heather Harvey Front: Dawn Paree, Johnson. Felicia Sconce Myrina Miller. Mandy Martin Carla Latoz. Deena Brown. Patty Corwin. Carrie Martin The Junior High girls A team «.omposed of « eighth graders completed a A-6 season record For the majority of these girls this completes four years of basketball at the Elementary level Although the A team did not win any tournaments the girls gave 10CK and lcs� t several close games The |uniot high C ' team composed of sixth and seventh grades complied a 5-5 record Although short on experience these girls surprised many people with then desired hustle Great things are expected of them nest season Coach L. Wilson Top Scores — Deena Brown. Dawn Johnson Top Reboundei — Heather Harvey. Tonva Shields Most Steals Patty Corwin Dawn Johnson Hustlr Award Amv Brinkley Monna Miller Sportsmanship - Christy Loop Marina Miller E)efense — Glenett Barrett. Jenny Warfel Outstanding Pth Crade Girl Athlete — Patty Corwin 80 Mari tui Miller, Ter; Pavi' L-R P bby Vice, Bill Harvey ihielcN Brian Kelly Row 3 .St� ' 1 Scott Whit jW ise Dixon, Leslie L-R Sandi Rich lam. Gavl Tate iria Smnce, l aghum, Gayle Tate, ft B L-RITi it by Vice, Bill H ■Ecdy, Mike Rice, TanyalSbiell'-J l rian KellyJ R Phennie, Mickv Miller, th � n StanlAScott VVliji j o ■.Hlovy 4 L-R Leslie SAi t, Carrie Marti nU a tty Harvey, Ron Cferkston, S®n Makewsy. Troy l-aftM. J Davi Iv in -Aruhew Erkin's,'Rob Peterman Lyan Gardner,'Quid bbetton, John r lenny Lewi'-, Kraig Klgdon, Cl ®d, Macey pie-, Stephanie Pe K,Vicki Nale:TCifh Brewer. Heat! HSi.m Stahl stfill WfliiaTwfojifd, Macey ymple: S £hanie Fe h’o i e, f rife Martini PH o nj Vicki Nal tCim Brewer, Heat! Sdan OaVeitev, Troy L« 7 Jenny WaJfcel, Ront 4 L- Christy Loop Jus drew FerkiiC, Rob Peterman We have had 16 people attending the sectional Track Meet. The girls Class B placed 4th at the County Track Meet and second at District. The Boy class B placed third at County, 2nd at District, and 2nd at Conference. Kraig Rigdon, broke the school record in the 100 200 dash (13 sec. 27.1 sec.) Jenny Lewis broke the record in the High Jump. (4 3) We feel the track team this year did an excellent job. They put out 100% at practice and meets. This effort shows in the team placings at the big meets. Were very proud . . MffflhJ'i: ‘ 7’- ashing dow Bte hall pass thg ball around the floor, a ba Ridge Farm! tivhi onward foi vour fame Sight Fellows this ght Riine Farm, oh R time risk rah rah fight and onsSr T. Wicoff UCSpiCfr. Bott e Barrett, an 81 82 I (L-R) 3rd Row C. Reitsma, B Stultz, J. Mills, A Klink, D, Davis, Miss Englund, B. LaFond, C Shel- ton, B. Harvey, 2nd Row M Rice, G. Tate, C. Ryan M. Goodwin, C. Jones, T. Davis, B. Kelly. 1st Row! F. Mills, N. Galyen, L. Scrogham, M. Baz, K. Con- ner, D. Johnson, J. Baz, M Miller. (Back L.-R.) G. Barrett, A. Klink, S. Kiser, B. Snoke, C. Francis, R. Peterman, Miss Englund, M. Rice, A Binkley, A. Perkins, S. White, L. Brackney, C Reitsma, D. Johnson, M. Baz, M. Miller, K. Brewer, C. Latoz, K. Shelton, K. Rigdon, B. Harvey, D. Jes- sup, D. Paree, T. Furnish. (Back L-R) M. Martin, T. Shields, K. Ehlenfeld, F. Sconce, Mrs. Hackler, K. Gallez, R. Gardner, E. Conklin, B. Stultz, C. Ryan, M. Rice, (L-R) G. Tate, M. Goodwin, C. Reitsma, D. Dixon, D. Johnson, K. Conner, S. Finchum, B. Harvey, J. Phillips, W. Key, (L-R) A. Klink, N. Galyen, F. Mills, M. Miller, J. Mills, L. Scrogham, L. Mitchell, S. Lawver, P. Skin- ner, (L-R) C. Jones, M. Baz, M. Jones, M. Martin, T. Davis, J. Baz, S. Richardson, B Kelly, C. Shelton, B. LaFond. the marching hand, which in addition to the Homecoming Parade and football games, performed in a parade in Tilton. Proceeds from the parade went to the area programs for the deaf The band also went to state organizational con- stest, and almost every member partici- pated in solo and ensemble contests. There were several first place ratings giv- en ' (Nancy Englund.) This year in chorus all 5th through 8th grade students were quite busy. There year began with a patriotic concert in the fall in Octo- ber, followed by a Christmas Concert in December. The month of January. February, and March were filled with prepara- 5th and oth grade Band All fifth grade members of this band started on their new instruments in Oc- tober By March, you could no longer tell that they were beginners. The 5th and 6th grade band performed an In School ' concert for the entire grade school. Several parents also attended this concert. This band works the hardest out of all the bands, and their hard work is paying off They will be ready for the marching band next year.' (Nancy Eng- lund) Junior High Band members were very active in several musical activities this year. All members participated in tion of solo and ensemble music con- tests and also candy bar sells. Ridge Farm performed quite well at the con- tents in catlin and 2 1! Divisions rat- ings out of a total 22 events. Two weekends later the 7th and 9th girls chorus and mixed Chorus traveled to Bismark for organization- al contests. Once again Ridge Farm did well bringing 2 I divisions rat- ings. Our year finished off with a Spring Pops Concert and Awards ceremony. They each received a pin for each year of their participation in chorus. Lisa Hackler Crystal Burris Barbie Ellis Jamie Erp Brandy Haase Michelle Hale Joseph Hattendorf Kimberly Hopkins Klynton Johnson Shannon Klink Buddy McArthur Robby Mills Michael Payne Neil Rollins Tony Skinner Mrs. Baird Jeremy Troxel Traci Vice Jimmy Stevens Billy Collom Connie Corbin Hollie Dunham Misha Geisert Donna Hires Victoria Johnson Jamie Lashbrook Chad Lowe Clint McCool Jason Metz Mike Miller Shannon Parks Nicholas Perry Jessica Roach Laura Schrogham Jann Stephenson J.R. Tate Brent Todd Brian Wishard Mandy Troxel Damon Downs Heather Vice Wayne Ingalsbe Macey Ingram Arthur Lewis Dawn Lowe Elise Martin Nathan Reitsma Cari Sims Miranda Stewart Kelly Busby Jamie Whiteman Mrs. Moore Mandy Ingram Tricia Johnson Patricia Apa J.T. Furnish Heidi Burris Josh Duprey Scott Ham Wade Sly Brad Spicer Susan Stultz Robbie Wahfeldt Miss Dighton ■ Tiffany Boulware Vicki Burgess Stacy Conner Danny Ellis Travis Georges Jamie Gohle Amanda Hinkle Brandi Johnson Jacob Klink Jay Lickfett Kristy McArthur Jill Moddy Justin Perry Myndi Roach Brock Sherman Cathy Sims Debbie Stickler Troy Winland Shannon Deenham Josh Erp Amanda Gallagher Mrs. Gardner Jens Gallez Matt Gardner John Hattendorf Mrs. Robinson Bryce Johnson Christopher Johnson Troy Kiser Kelby Klink Lisa McIntyre Todd Miller Heather Sandy Julie Skinner Vicki Stingley Jeff Weathers Lesley Wilson 85 IDGC FARM Oi-S INGRAM Travis Shelton Angie Sims Catherine Cox Karen Richardson Carrie Ellis Tammy Mitchell Laurie Miles Kevin Ryan John Rice Josh Brookshier Scott Stingley Jimmy Vice Karen Reitsma Curtis Vice Melissa Arnett Brady Mills Kara Corbin Heather Baldwin Mike Goodwin Mindy Carrington Christina Baz Angie Key Nick Brown Jason McCool Angie Phillips Ricky Duprey Jami Tuggle Erik Hopkins Kellie McCool Skosha Sallee Angie Baird Kathy Ingram Favorite Fairy Tale — Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs Favorite Vitlian — The Big Bad Wolf Favorite Hero — The Handsome Young Prince Favorite Cartoon Character — Mickey Mouse Favorite Saying — When I Get Mad I Get Mean! K Ingram Michelle Payne Cerri Johnson Danielle Coble Jacqueline Cole Teresa Furnish Anna Wahlfeldt Chastity Collom Tammy Johnson Jeremy Erp Kelly Handy Ronda Snoke Jay Johnson Krystal Huff Jamie Young Shannon Clarkston Warren Mariage Patrick Sconce Beau Truelove Amy Carrington Bob Woodard Scott Weir David Stickler Shanon Boulware Scott Vice Shirley Binkley Ryan Haase Eric Haase 87 Maria Baz Charles Cadle Kim Conner Teri Davis Denise Dixon Scott Finchum Natalie Galyen Michelle Goodwin Brian Kelly Francis Mills Jessica Mills Laura Mitchell Mr. Corsaro Sandi Richardson Corey Ryan Leslie Scr ogham Chad Shelton Phillip Skinner Brian Stultz Gayle Tate 88 Joanna Baz Erich Conklin Karla Ehlenfeld Jena Gallez Ryan Gardner Billy Harvey Leona Hollis Dawn Johnson Crystal Jones Wade Key AJi Klink Ricky Lewis Mandy Martin Marina Miller Shaney Miller Jimmy Phillips Chris ReitSma Mr. Wilson Mike Rice Felicia Sconce Tonya Shields Mellisa Sims Robert Smith Brian Spicer Tommy Thompson Carla Young Shawn Lawver Suzette Cadle 89 Scan Blakeney Ron Clarkston Tony Conrad Justin Davis Shane Knoblett Curtis McCool Cindy Mills Stephanie Pearson Doug Phenicie Maeey Rumple Todd Satterlee Stephanie Spicer Mr. Lowe Jennifer Warfel Scott White John Woodard Mr Baird Karla Acord John Cassady John Daniel Bobby Vice Lucy Ingalsbe Troy Latoz Brad Lawver Tanya Mahner Carrie Metz Vickie Nale Dawn Paree Rob Peterman Kraig Rigdon Leslie Sconce Becky Snoke Glenett Barrett Amy Binkley Lee Ann Brackney Becky Brown Deena Brown Patty Corwin Tammy Daniel David Emerick Scott Flessner Chuck Francis Kathern Gallez Todd Georges Karla Latoz Mickey Miller Andy Perkins Mrs. Tate Chad Phenicie Kim Shelton Bret Snoke Mr. Tate Brian Stahl Dean Thurman Kim Brewer Ken Tucker Rick Carico Jessee Evans Stewart Finchum Heather Harvey Kit Huff D.J. Jessup Pat Kelly Steve Kiser Christy Loop Carrie Martin Erik Martin Chad Morgan Janet Vandivier Karen Rice Spelling Team The Vermilion County Spell- ing Contest was held Monday, March 5 at Danville High School. Ridgefarm finished in third place by spelling 160 out of 162 words correctly. Eric, Kim and Amy had perfect rounds of spelling. For the second consecutive year, Ridge Farm placed first in the sectional, which was held at Westville on February 28. Brack- ney, Shelton, Martin, and Bink- ley had perfect rounds of regular competition spelling. Heather Harvey, and Chuck Francis were alternative spellers. Literary Team Literary Contest Monologue entries: Karla Latoz 1st place Janet Vandivier 2nd Place Duet Entried: Glennett Barrett Chuck Francis Christy Loop Kim Brewer Karen Rice Carrie Martin Kim Shelton LeeAnn Brackney Andy Perkins Bret Snoke Deena Brown Becky Brown Katherine Gallez Patty Corwin 1st 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 3rd School Spelling Contest The final spell off fot the third annual school spelling content for grades 5 6 was held April 25 The winners were Amy Binkley and Kim Shel- ton, who tied for first place with perfect spelling, and Jessica Mills who took third plate Spellers and alternates representing the differ Spellers 5th grade Jessica Mills Alternates Muhelle Goodwin Sandi Ruhardson eth Shaney Miller Ryan Gardner Mandy Martin John Woodard 7th Doug Phenicie Leslie Sconce Dawn Paree Chuck Francis 6th Kim Shelton Amy Binkley Heather Harvey Valedictorian: Kim Shelton Salutatorian: Amy Binkley Willow Spring Tack American Legion Citizenship Award Christy Loop And Bret Snoke Saddles, Gift Items, Saddle Repairs, Bridles, Etc. •(217) 662-2714 308' 2 N. 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