Roncalli High School - Lance Yearbook (Aberdeen, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 148 of the 1977 volume:

Howdy Partner! School begins with a new trail, another year. The theme for this year's Lance is The Long Treacherous Trail,” It takes 161 days so we had better begin the hard ride. Throw the saddle on your horse and ride off into the sun. For the freshmen it's a new trail; it may take the greenhorns a little time to get used to the rough riding. Sophomores have learned the ways of the worn dirt paths but still falter a bit. I 3 Juniors, well accustomed to the rou- tine from daybreak to sundown, are al- most old sods. They are reerin' to lead the trail ride once the seniors have gone. The seniors, ah seniors. They are the trail veterans, the gnarled old folks that stick together like trail hands should. They have a constant three day beard (or beardette). Four years ago they rode off at sunrise, guns a-blazin'. And now, in 1977 they will ride off into the setting sun with the wind at their backs, rifles still blazing. Some things never change. 5 SPECIAL PATRONS Artz Camera Supply First National Bank Carey-Graeber-Noble Agency Dr. Mrs. A. J. Janusz Aberdeen National Bank Presentation College Ken's Fairway Northwestern Public Service Lacey's Dairy Bar Plymouth Clothing Vem's Sports Center Pfeiffer's Furniture Heiser's Jewelry Lantsberger Photography Pleinis Jewelry Roberts-Nichols Realty Mr. D's Style Shoppe Coast to Coast Midwest Tropical Fish Courtney's Books Things A W Restaurant Krueger-Schriver Mortuary Hedahl's, Inc. Gerald McNeary Jorgensen's Men's Shop Jones Drug Aberdeen Auto Dealers Kessler's Mercury One-Hour Cleaners Cinema I II King Law Office Malchow's Furniture Mart Webb's Sundown Motel Caesar's Family Restaurant The Main Frey's Electronics Gates-Vik Funeral Home Al's Bakery Engel Music Johnny Cavelle Dance Studio Drs. Bell Bell Mister's Men's Wear Aberdeen Flying Service Blue Buffalo Dr. J.A. Eckrich Brown County Implement Dr. Edward Brown Thomas Concrete Products Downtown Auto Electric Dr. D.J. Carrels Farmers G Merchants Eddie's Northside '66 Comer Grocery Bank G Trust Co. Hartung Construction Dr. Dickenson Dutch Boy Rone alii Z Club Hub City Archery Lanes Firestone Stores Huebl Funeral Chapel Keeley Lumber Siegel-Bamett-Schutz O'Keefe-Jewett Friske Plumbing Heating Lussem Agency R.E. Huffman Company Dr. G.H. Steele Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. Nelson Auto Electric, Inc. Northern Farm Supply Taylor Music Giese Tire Co. Dr. B.F. Wallace Riverview Motel Dr. J.M. Pauley, D.D.S. Weber Floral Tempo World of Fabrics Special thanks to artists Dan Noble and Kevin McNamee. 6 1 Freshmen. .. Three Years Left in the Saddle Beth Baker Kordell Balster Maria Bell James Bobby Jim Bormes Steve Bormes Susan Butler Carolyn Carlson John Carrels Joe Chauncey Ted Cleberg Terri Debates David Deibert fl fl Susan Dorn bush David Drapeaux Barb Engelhart James Engelhart Kathy Engelhart Rick Fettig Allan Gates Tom Gisi Jeff Gulickson Pat Harder Initiation “Breaks ’em in’’ for the Long Ride Left in the Saddle Larry Hopper Mike Hovland Eddie Howell Anthony Janusz K Jeanette Kastner A r Karolyn Kirchgasler Rhonda Kline Wayne Lacher Donald Lipp Brenda Littel Fred Mamette Jeanie Martian Charles Mangan Catherine Martin NOT PICTURED: DeAnne Fischer Tom Mattem Susanna Matz Ann Me Garry Maureen McGrane Eileen Merchant Bemie Miller Mike Mitzel Phyllis Moffenbier Allan Nies Kevin Nikolas Tammy Nold Perry Norton David Ochs Scott Olson David Peck Joan Pettigrew Bridget Pfieffer Mike Pfieffer Brian Piatz Patricia Piatz Paula Pressler Chris Rinke Linda Sahli Marlene Salwei Greg Schatz Tammy Schied Paul Schmidt Taking Time to Gather Around.. . Catching up on All the Social News! Toni Shuck Leanne Sivertson Dan Stahl Chuck Sterzinger Norman Stephanson Cindy Stump Ann Suel Matt Svenson Maik Sweetman Jean Thomas Mark Vaux Brad Waltman Lori Walth Lauri Washenberger Maribeth Weber Mike Weber Jeffrey Weismantel Paula Werlinger Vicki Jo Willet Nick Wolf Kendra Zens Joseph Zerr, Jr. Sophomores Find Trail Hard Yet Adventurous Elizabeth Arend Tom Amoldy Jana Austin Jolaine Bain Ryan Baker Rita Barnett Lisa Beckel Jon Berkley Joan Biegler David Blando Greg Blotsky Mark Bormes Peter Bormes Cathy Bothwell Pam Braun Carla Brown Annette Butler Todd Campbell Nancy Caven Kevin Cleberg Carol Costello Warren Cotten Shelly Dabbert Bill DeBates Cynthia Diegel Patricia Dix Peggy Donovan Jean Engelhart 14 I Gary Evelo Dale Frederick Cheryl Friedt Deanna Fischer Tom Fritz David Gardner Diane Gefre Greg Grote Chuck Gruenstein Debbie Hart Todd Heintzman Richard Hoffman Sue Homaman Sandy Hubert Jerry Jasi ns ki Steven Johnson Timothy Johnson Mary Kastner Cindy Keller Linda Kingery Michelle Kosse Madonna Lauer Jerry Leif Jason Lien Linda Lindner Joe lie Littel Stephan Shares Robert Schatz Vanita Schmidt Mary Schmitz Don Schumacher Bob Schutz Bruce Seiler Andy Sitter Joan Stahl Brigid Steele Jackie Sudlow Tim Sweetman Emmy Thomas Theresa Toth Theresa Volk John Washenberger Dan Wall Gary Walth David Weigel Richard Weron James Wessel Gary Willet Peggi Yunker Jeff Zacher Rob Zephier Dan Zerr 17 Ya’ll Have Sheila Barnett Theresa Bell Steve Biegler a Good Time Now! Maureen Bossly Rich Brendal David Brick '•4 Tim Buechler Kirstie Clausen Brad Cotton Paula Cowels Tom Dafnis Russ DeCurtains I Mary Donovan Lyn Dombusch Gerianne Drapeaux Jon Eckrich Karl Eckrich Diana Endres Marie Engelhart Denise Fischer Mark Gardner Kathy Ceffre Jeanne Goetz 18 John Grabowska Philip Hamak Gail Harder Barb Hartung Bob Heintzman Mary Helm Randy Henderson Maik Herges James Hill Tom Hovland Laurie Imberry Patty Jacobs Tom Janusz Paul Keenan Sharleen Kelly David Kluge Dennis Komder Cheryl Krueger Mark Lavin Shelly Lickfelt Dave Lipp Dean Lipp Cindy Marsh 19 Rings, Student Center, Concession Stand—All Part of Junior Year Sue Pfeiffer Jeff Piatz Susan Piatz Paula Rieger 20 Marcella Salwei Mark Schares Becky Schneider Vicki Schuck Paul Schumacher Scott Schutz Lisa Schick Laura Siegel Laurie Stroh Tim Tieszen Allen Waltman Debbi Waltman Dave Woods Carol Zacher Karen Zacher NOT PICTURED Frank Feutterer Debbie Hart Lorraine Hedges 21 Seniors. .. W Past Memories Bring Future Hopes Seniors... reaching the end of the long hard ride. The reflections of their past motivates them towards what lies ahead. As they look ahead they see the road branch off into many different directions- college, vocations, marriage, or jobs. The important decision is all their own. It is not easy to say farewell to the familiar and look forward to the unknown, but the past, which is gone forever, lives only in our memories. Kristi Albert JoEUen Amtz Pegi Blando Debbie Block John Bormes Tony Buechler Mary Braun Douglas Butler Brian Cleberg Regina Costa � t I 1 I Tom Cowles Debbie DeVaan Steve Eckrich Janet Englehart Marie Evelo Evelyn Fischer Laura Frederick Rebecca Fritz. h Tom Gefre Nancy Gese Jim Gisi Mark Graeber Bob Grandbois Terry Goetz Jay me Hagen Paul Haffeman Brenda Hamak Jim Hansen Mike Harder Joe Hartung Brian Hatzenbeller Jon Herges Sue Hinds Roger Hoffman Colette Hopfinger Jay Hornam an Bill Howell Kathy Janusz Mike Kaiser Lenn Kallas Lance Kallas Elizabeth King Jacob Kraft Laurie Lauer Janeen Lingor Kevin McName JL rin McGrane rgaret McNickle :helle Mathews l Mattem Sandy Meier Rod Meyer Sharon Moffenbier Kim Nall Jane Nikolas Dan Noble Cheryll Notti Bonnie Oakes Ann Pehoviak Theresa Pfeiffer Mike Piatz Ann Plumage Sheila Reis Cathy Rice Liz Rinke Jim Rohl Rick Sabol Roger Salwei Bob Sayler Paul Schares bora Schaunaman Barb Schlosser Ann Schmaltz David Schmidt Stan Schmidt Babz Schriver Mark Schutz Cheryl Sebert Mike Sweetman Gregg Talcott Kristi Theunissen Mary Thomas Robert Tiegs Anthony W akely Jerry Walker Tim Weber frfte V] f vr jr Schoolmarms and Learned Men w . qjte NCBEOIENTS }QQ P05TUBE VlPM COAL QO vocabulary PRACTICE A. Mr. Tom Gelhaus B. Fr. Joseph Presinell C. Miss Ann Tschakert D. Mrs. Sandra Levsen E. Mrs. Peggy Johnson F. Sr. Helen Friemuth G. Sr. Patrice Stumpff 34 A. Mr. Francis Zacher B. Fr. James Zimmer C. Mrs. Cheryl Sorenson D. Mrs. Mary Gelhaus E. Mr. Richard Orth F. Mr. Marlin Reiners G. Mr. Dan Lipp H. Fr. Anthony Opem I. Sr. Rosaria O'Callaghan, Art Class 35 A. Fr. Bernard Weber B. Mr. Gregg Frankman C. Mr. Joe Kramer D. Mrs. Merri Nelson E. Sr. Rose Palm F. Mrs. Donnabelle Backous Mrs. Esta Devine G. Sr. Cherylyn Dinsmore H. Mrs. Rose Schaeffer I. Mrs. Dorothy Woods 37 Marshalls of Roncalli A. Superintendent of schools, Rev. John R. Kasch. B. Mr. Dick Engler, principal, marshalls Mark Schutz. C. Busily working, Fr. Bernard Weber, assistant principal, is look- ing over the day's happenings. Providing a Catholic Education was the main reason Roncalli High School began operation in 1964. Roncalli still has the same purpose 12 years later. The school board, consisting of Mr. Ray Schutz, Pres., Mr. Don DeWalt, Mr. Pat Sweet- man, Dr. Pierre Dickenson, Rev. Howard Car- roll, Mrs. Clarence Herges, Mr. Robert Groe- blinghoff and Mr. Jim Coughlin, helps in setting up the policies of Roncalli, as well as other Aberdeen schools. 18 r j 1 m A ft I. Jyr'S •ettiri in Shape for That J ‘Long Hard Ride’' One two three four i � ' Exercise more and more.... A nation is as good as the people in it. A country is in good condition when its people are fit--socially, emo- tionally, intellectually as well as physically fit. Mrs. Peg Johnson and Mr. Francis Zacher teach Physical Education. r J i They Learned Lots, ’Bout Life an’ Matter an Stuff. A. Junior Paul Pehoviack appears to take his chemistry class as a serious matter. B. There must be something fas- cinating under the lens of the microscope to keep sophomore Steve Schares so interested. C. Seniors Doug Butler, Anthony Wakely, and John Bormes decide three heads are better than one in solving Physics problems. D. Juniors Sheila Barnett and Theresa Bell take a break from Chemistry to smile for the camera. E. Mr. Tom Gelhaus and friend (?) team up to teach freshmen the study of die human body. F. Fr. Anthony Opem explains some interesting concepts of Psy- chology while his class indulges in the art of note taking. G. Freshmen Matt Svensen tries his hand at dissecting, one of the finer skills of science. 40 Science is, in a sense, an Art. It takes talent, motivation, and a love of life and mystery to be a true student of science. Science requires a special breed of students who are willing to work at uncovering the . mysteries in the study of chemicals, life, people, and space Freshmen through seniors are given opportunity to become exposed to those mysteries that have baffled geniuses before them. _ ' Mr. Tom Gelhaus, general science teacher, helps develop the curiousity and understanding of freshmen in the study of basic science. Biology and Chemistry, taught by Sr. Rose Palm, explain to us the knowledge in the world surrounding us, both living and chemically compounded. Physics, a class of eight seniors under the direction of Mr. Dan Lipp, study matter and the action of different forms of energy on matter. Psychology covers a different view of science. Fc. Anthony Opem guides his senior psychology stu- dents in the study of behavior and thinking and the men who formed these concepts. Science is important in every- one's life and the artist of science at RHS continue to work, learn, and grow in the understanding of ' our vurldi---— English, Spanish and Journalism make up the Language Arts Depart- ment of Roncalli High School. English I is handled by Sr. Patrice Stumpff and Miss Ann Tschakert, and Mrs. Cheryl Sorenson teaches the Sophomores. Sr. Patrice also teach- es English III and Sr. Helen Freimuth instructs En Cfv IV. All classes cover Literature and Grammar with the addition of a speech unit for the Sophomores. Spanish I and II, taught by Mrs. Sorenson, teaches the basic words and how to associate them in speak- ing and writing Spanish. Miss Ann Tschakert has charge of Journalism I and II. Students in the first year learn the methods of year- book and newspaper construction and publication. The second year class publishes the monthly paper and gets the yearbook to press. 42 i % Them Thar Teachers and Thar A. ’Rithmetic Them thar teachers' has sure learned us a whole lot of 'rithmeti- can this yar. Arithmetic, or mathematics, is considered by many as one of the most useful and fascinating divi- sions of human knowledge. Through five different areas or levels of mathematics, teachers, Mr. Fran- cis Zacher, review math, Mr. Thomas Gelhaus, geometry, and Mr. Dan Lipp, Algebra I and II and Trigonometry, have helped stu- dents learn and practice the art of numbers, formulas, and angles. A v Attention getting accomplishments and performances were one way the choir made us all want to sing. With the holiday season approaching them, the choir had to start getting prepared for their annual Christmas Concert. Not only did the choir sing the traditional songs but added actions and laughter to them. Trying to grasp new ideas in music, Mrs. Gelhaus was able to add a new variety of many different dimensions to the choir, and to its performances. Mixed Chorus. Gerald Locker, Barb Hartung, Theresa Pfeiffer, Kathy Rice. SECOND ROW: Laurie Imbery, Cheryl Notti, Dan Zerr. THIRD ROW: Dave Lipp, Mike Piatz, Mike Miller, Pat Jacob. FOURTH ROW: Paula Cowels, Ann Pehoviack. FRONT: Peter Fuetterer, Ted Cleberg. STANDING LEFT: Tom Dafnis, Rose Zerr, STANDING RIGHT: Richard Weron, Mrs. Gelhaus. Girls Chorus. FRONT ROW: Sandy Hubert, Patricia Piatz, Jean Engelhart, Barb Engelhart, Gaylene Hart, Paula Presler. SECOND ROW: Bridget Pfeiffer, Sue Dombush, Mar? Kastner, Joan Stahl, Jolaine Bain, Terrie Volk. THIRD ROW: Jody Sanders, Linda Kingery, Betsy Arend, Nancy Caven, Cindy Diegel, ALONG THE WALL: Tammy Scheid, Marlene Salwei, Dee Fischer, Brigid Steele, Mrs. Gelhaus. I 0 4 Let's go get a hot dog and a coke. When halftime came most people left for the concession stand and ignored the performance of the band. Did the band mind when the majority of the people to attend their concert were their own parents? Or when the people sitting in the front rows of their Christmas concert were pitching pennies into the tuba? Or how about pep rallies where the pep band appeared to have the only spirit in the gym ? The answer to all of these questions is no! The band this year had a self respect that ruled out all others. Concert Band. FRONT: Pat Jacob, Sue Hornaman, Diana Endres. FIRST ROW:.Brad Waltman, Mark Vaux, Russ DeCurtins, RickSabol, Doug Butler, Chuck Mangan, Sharleen Kelly, Jeff Weismantel. SECOND ROW: Annette Butler, Jeff Gullickson, Shelly Dabbert, Pam Braun, Joan Biegler, Mary Donovan, Carolyn Carlson, Lori Walth, Rhonda Kline, John Washenberger. THIRD ROW: Jeanie Martian, Terri DeBates, Sue Butler, Leanne Silvertsen, Pam Mecseji, Paula Werlinger, Greg Schatz, Maureen Nikolas, Cindy Marsh, Gary Evelo, Louis Naber. STANDING BACK: Andy Sitter, Bill Debates, Tony Mangan. Stage Band. STANDING: Leanne Silvertsen, Gary Vaux. SEATED: Annette Butler, Cindy Marsh, Jeff Evelo, Doug Butler, Rick Sabol, Mary Donovan, Gullickson. Chuck Mangan, Louis Naber, Andy Sitter, Mark This Here's a Big World and Wes Learnin All ’Bout It! The world offers us a surplus of variety and experience. Through the study of land, life- styles, and government, we are given a taste of that unlimited variety. Mr. Greg Frankman, who teaches American Government and Senior World Geography, is head of the Social Studies depart- ment. United States History and Family and Society are taught by Mr. Joe Kramer. Other teachers are Mr. Francis Zacher, Sopho- more World Geography, and Mr. Harold Pardew, Career Education - %. Qptl tt Ohm •-- ' % Business Courses Prepare for Future Mrs. Sandra Levsen is head of the busi- ness department. Miss Ann Tschakert and Mr. Marlin Reiners are also part of the de- partment, which includes Business Machines Accounting, Typing, Shorthand, and Busi- ness Law. Business students work towards person- al achievement and prepare for advanced courses in later years. All of the courses are electives open to the students. Carts and Carnages to Cars Back in the 1800’s ma- chines were simple and skills were passed from father to son. Now, with the urbaniza- tion of America and advanced technology, students may learn the what and how of complica- ted systems through Vocational Education. A. Tony Buechler is testing a stator in Auto Mechanics. B. Jae Notti is discovering the techniques of welding in Building Trades. C. Speculating the next step is Bob Saylor in Machine Shop. D. Busily working is Paul Schares in Auto Mechanics. E. Vocational Education is not always working with machines as these students in Electronics discovered. F. Checking the engine of the car is Jeff Piatz in his Auto Mechanics course. 55 Where Seldom Is Heard a Discouraging Word. . . Home Ec is much more than having the privilege of eating breakfast at 10:30 in the morning or sitting and snacking on cookies in the afternoon. Every student learns the fundamentals of sewing, washing clothes, setting the table, and even washing the dishes. Home Ec, Bachelor, and Bachelorette students are in- volved in a curriculum that is not only a learning but a fun experience. 57 The holiday season came around again this year and, coupled with the every weekend extracurricular activities of Ron- calli students, led to an exciting and fun year, holidays such as Christmas, New Years, Hallo- ween, Dave Schmidt's Bar Mitzvah, a post New Year's party and a party to celebrate the successiof last party JLiyrf Still, homework and games stayed first in students minds and parties were just a relaxing side- line. 60 Old Home Is Good Times Lady Michelle Mathews and Lord Mark Schutz reigned over 1976 Homecoming Festivities with a little down home country flavor. The theme was Leon and Mary Russell’s Rainbow in Your Eyes and there seemed to be rainbows in just about everybody’s eyes. Shucks! The whole thing was taken care of by Student Coun- cil and it was a footstompin’ good time. Just like the old days, it was. Seemed like just about all the ol' cowboys were happier than pigs in the mud. Happiness. . . that's what Homecoming is all about. 64 Recollectin' a heap o' good times of Homecoming '76 through things such as the Homecoming Mass, picnic, Faculty- Student Football Game, Talent Show, Coronation, the football game, parties!, and to end it all, the dance. P.S. In case ya'll wonderin’ who's I horsin' around, they's our 1976 Horrie- coming Coronation Emcees. 65 1 A. The art of Tae-Kwan-Do is exhibited by members of the Rapid City group. B. Presenting his testimony is one of die prisoners involved in Operation PitfalU'C' C. A representative for the annual maga- zine drive explains some of the prizes to be awarded to those people who sell the most magazine subscriptions. D. At a pre-Central game pep fest, those who failed to show school spirit were faced with the jxinishment of being a Golden Eagle. E. The Matmates presented a skit showing the Chickens (Eagles) preparing to meet the Cavalieis in the annual cross-town wrestling match. Variety is the spice of life. Special assemblies furnish variety to routine school life. Unique speakers and entertainers, many sponsored by the Division of Independent Study from Fargo, North Dakota, are a welcome treat for the students and faculty ('S'. These gatherin's add enjoyment as well as education to our learning. Roncalli was visited by Bill Demar, a voice illusionist and mag- ician. Mr. Demar's puppets brought burst of laughter from the audience. Operation Pitfall” was an in- formative assembly presented by three prisoners from the South Dakota State Penitentiary. The men reviewed their past mistakes and advised students of the dangers of breaking the law, enforcing the saying, Crime does not pay. A group from Rapid City demon- strated the art of Tae-Kwan-Do, a form of Judo. Former student, John A moldy, and his Sophomore brother, Tom, are members of the group which displayed such feats as breaking boards and self-defense. These socialwO along with the numerous pep rallies, add spice to the regular schedule of the school life of Roncalli High. THIS IS CA SLI J 67 What is the use of working hard in high school for good grades? This is a question in the back of many students minds. The mc t popular answer is col- lege. r Mr Pardew and Father Presinal will help you explore this possibility and many others. When we accept the opportunity to re- ceive guidance, we are accepting oppor- tunities that will help us discover our- selves and our place in the world. 70 Mr. Pardew solves Mark Schares problem with brochures concerning a particular career. 71 Sharing Cultures Is '‘Beautiful’ RHS welcomed Regina Costa, Brazil, into its circle of activities this year. AFS, American Field Service, in its second year at Roncalli, sponsored Regina. She lived with the Leonard Sivertsen family. Marie Evelo, Roncalli’s first student to go abroad, spent her summer in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Nicaraguan Norma Serrano visited Roncalli from December 2 to Feburary 11. She wasiin Inter- cambia Exchange Student apd lived with the John Evelo family. (J Y- 72 Regina, Norma and Marie ex- perienced a new culture and took home many memories, some of which were shared and others that are kept secret. Beautiful, beautiful, the snow is beautifull This was Norma’s reac- tion to seeing snow for the first time, as was Regina's. They added that they could have done without the cold temperatures. Both said the parties end too early. How would you like to party from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am? That was party time in the three countries. Norma decided that American boys are beautiful, too, as she attended school with boys for the first time. Marie attended an all- girl school. Having 13-15 subjects in one year, their classes begin in February and end in December. Eating four meals and drinking coffee every day was new for Marie. Regina and Norma had to make an adjustment in the type of food. All good tiftWs come to an end and each returned home to share her experience and to leave a part of herself behind. A. Regina is preparing to mix some of her Brazilian food. B. Laughing is part of Regina's life, even as she studies. C. Pictured with Regina is her host sister Leanne Slvertsen. D. Dancing is a favorite of Norma's. Here she is dancing for the Spanish classes. E. After barely making it up the mountain, Norma plops down to rest. F. Part of an AFS experience is show- ing slides as Marie is doing here. G. A few typical things from Argentina. 74 Intramural Roundball had another fine year of pushing, shoving and all-round mauling. Such is the life of the student. On the court it is all seriousness. Everyone plays to win, but when the hard fought game is over, friends again. 75 76 Aberdeen... more than you've ever imagined. A city with clean and crisp air. A sky with no smog or smoke. We have no ugly sky scrapers, dirty subways, or crime-ridden ghettos. Aber- deen is simply wide-open and endless prairie. %V ' Some people at Roncalli are such permanent fix- tures that no one really notices them. People like V Mrs. Woods, Mrs. Schaeffer, Mr. Zacher and Mr. Engler spend untold hours after school. They've seen freshmen come in and seniors leave and always they extend a helping hand. They all get various nicknames, some get several. But, like Gene Zach- o 1 What does it take to get students involved? If anybody knows let the Student Council in on it. This years council worked hard to increase student participation in activities of every sort. Through a creatively planned Homecom- ing and the scheduling of a dance a month, the Student Council is beginning to see more stu- dent involvement. Council Officers, BOTTOM ROW: Stan Schmidt, President; Jon Eckrich, Reporter. MIDDLE: Liz King, Vice President. TOP ROW: Mike Harder, Treasurer, Margaret McNickle, Secretary. Student Council Members, SEATED: Tim Pelkofer, Sophomore Class President; Pat Harder, Freshman Class President; Bridget Steele, Fresh- man Class Secretary. STANDING: Mike Harder, Council Treasurer, Steve Eckrich, Senior Class President, Allan Gates, Freshman Class Secretary; Jon Eckrich, Council Reporter; Karl Eckrich, Junior Class Secretary; Scott Schuiz, Junior Class President, Margaret McNickle, Council Sec- retary; Michelle Mathews, Senior Class Sec- retary; Stan Schmidt, Council President. the BIG, the bad, MEMBERS OF THE LETTERMEN'S CLUB, STANDING: Svveetman, G. Talcott, T. Buechler, L. Dombusch, B. Heintzman, D. Noble, S. Schmidt, S. Schultz. D. Wall, S. Biegler. THIRD ROW: B. Sayler, J. FIRST ROW: D. Schmidt, M. Graber, M. Herges, P. Hartung, M. SchuO, D. Lipp, J. Eckrich, K. Eckrich, Haffeman, R. Hoffman, J. Rohl, T. Weber, T. P. McGarry, M. Martem, T. Mangan. TOP ROW: Buechler, S. Eckrich, R. Baker, K. Mattem. SECOND Advisor F. Zacher, T. Tieszen, D. Kordner, T. ROW: B. Tiegs, R. De Curtains, J. Walker M. Heint nan, J. Garreau. The Definition of an Athlete According to: The Webster Dictionary... 1) Anyone trained or fit to contend in exercises re- quiring physical agility, stamina, and, often, strength. Roncalli Students... 1) Person who strives for physical excellence. 2) Mus- cle bound and well coordinated. Roncalli Faculty... 1) One willing to dedicate himself toward the school, team, fans and accept the rules and regulations sports required. 2) Someone who can ac- complish a winning attitude on and off the field, court, mat, etc. ss LETTERMEN'S CLUB OFFICERS, Francis Zacher, Club Advisor; Mark Graeber, President; and Jim Rolil, Secretary Treasurer. A. STARTING LEFT TO RIGHT: Nadine Notti, Lisa Marsh, Jane Mattem, Pegi Blando, Bonnie Welk, Michelle Mathews, Pam Braun, Vanita Schmidt, Shelly Dabbert, Diana Endres, Kathy Gefre, Vicki Shuck, Dawn Netzer, Lori Stroh, Debbie Waltman, Becky Schneider, Marcella Sawei, Laura Pfiefer, Nancy Caven, Becky Fritz, Cathy Rice, Cheryl Sebert, Debbie DeVaan, Sharon Moffenbier, Liz Rinke, Paula Cowles, Mary Helm, Mary Meier, Peggy Zephier, Sue Hornaman, Mary Maloney, Mrs. Levsen, advisor, Shelly Lickfelt, Linda Kingery, Sue Piatz, Paula Pfieffer, Paula Rieger, Debbie Raymond. B. Officers of Z Club are Mrs. Sandra Levsen, ad- visor; Debbie DeVaan, Pres.; Becky Fritz, V. Pres.; Paula Rieger, Tres. and Pegi Blando, Sec. 86 A. Key Club officers are Scott Schutz, Sgt. at Arms; Stan Schmidt, Tres.; Bob Saylor, V. Pres.; Jerry Walker, Pres, and Dan Noble, Sec. B. Members of Key Club are LEFT TO RIGHT FIRST ROW: Tom Dafnis, Scott Schutz, Jim Rohl, Mark Schutz, Lance Kallas, Lenn Kallas, Bob Grandbois, Joe Hartung, Bill Howell and Kevin McGrane. SECOND ROW: Mark Herges, David Blando, Bob Tiegs, Gregg Talcott, Dan Noble, Jerry Walker, Tim Weber, Jim Hansen, and Mark Graeber. THIRD ROW: Ricky Osborn, Jon Berkly, Rob Zephier, Bob Schutz, Lyndon Dombusch, Tom Janusz, Paul Haffeman, Stan Schmidt, Mike Kaiser, Jay Homaman, Bob Saylor, Kevin McNamee and Stu Seiler. BACK ROW: Ryan Baker, Pat Rohl, Dave Woods, Tim Buechler and Paul Schmidt. Mr. Harold Pardew is the advisor. The Voice of Roncalli Who are those good-looking girls cheering on the mighty Cavaliers? The Roncalli cheerleaders! This year a total of 21 girls were selected' ■h kLthe position of Hours of practises raised through paribus projects, all Cheerleader', re held, money in support •asl 1976 markdd th; the end of fres ime STrt s basketball! cheerleaders and apd its athletes, first year for boy's football and basketball cheerleaders. A. Cheering the varsity football team on to their third consecutive NEC crown were Kirstie Clausen, Eliza- beth King, Lisa Schick, Kathy Janusz, Janet Engelhart and Pat Jacobs. B. Linda Lindner, Carol Costello and Jody Sanders are Roncalli's JV boy's basketball cheerleaders. (Varoom 1) C. Bringing spirit to RHS fans arc varsity boy's basket- ball cheerleaders Kirstie Clausen, Michelle Mathews, Lisa Schick, Elizabeth King and Gail Harder. D. Taking a moment out at the playground are Jane King, Tammy Scheid, Marlene Salwei and (KNEEL- ING) Brenda Littel, girl's basketball cheerleaders. A. Jean Engelhart, Pam Braun and Lisa Marsh are the cheerleaders that kept the Junior Varsity wrestlers truckin' along. B. Varsity wrestling cheerleaders f ™ H Janet Engelhart, Rose Zerr, Sharlene Kelly and Pat Jacobs are all smiles; especially when their wrestlers win! C. Miss Ann Tschakert, basketball cheer- leading advisor and football wrestling ad- visor mi� . Sandra WJj , eU take a momen� out for photographers. A. 'TT ROW L-F-7T —� is Mary Braun, Marie Evelo, Irene Merchant, and Kathy Engclhart. 21D ROW: Cathy Rice, Brenda Hamak, Kristi Albert, Pat Jacobs, Linda Kingery, Jeanette Kast- ner, Sue Hinds, Ann Plumage, Kathy Janusz, and Vicki Willett. 3RD ROW: Colette Hopfinger, Ann Pehoviak, Shelly Lickfelt and Cindy Stump. •' ROW: Denise Fischer, Marcella Salwci, Mary Donovan, Marlene Salwei, Tam- my Scheid, DeAnne Fischer, Paula Relger, Bonnie Welk, Mr. Marlin Reiners and Janet Engclhart. NOT PIC- TURED ARE Rose Zerr and Babz Schri- ver. B. Demonstrating wrestling techniques are Mat Mates officers Paula Reiger, secretary; Kristi Albert, president; and Brenda Hamak, vice president. Mat Mates is a girls organization in existence for the support of the wrestling team. The girl’s major purpose is to almuu me cheer ._g on the Grapplers. Throughout the year they take part in money-raising projects to give members the oppor- tunity to travel to the State Tournament in February. The girls also take care of the scoreboard at home matches and bring the wrestlers pop after their matches. This organization does a lot for the Grap- plers who Don’t know what they would do without them, says one 7 '3 wrestler. 91 Dependent on Determination This years Drama Depart- ment was somewhat slowed by the illness of Sister Patrice, Club Director. Determined to go on with the show, the performance of 1 Act Plays: Which Way to Boston, I'm a Fool, and Quiet Please were presented in February. Through their determination, the characters have been slowly but surely restoring the crea- tivity of the Arts in our school. Planning Perfection A. Dinner-Dance Committee (L-R): Scott Schutz, Stan Schmidt, Michelle Mathews, Dean Lipp, Tom Dafnis, and Theresa Bell. B. Graduation Committee (L-R): Kris Albert, Deb DeVaan, Kim Nall, Kristie Theunissen, Gregg Talcott, Marie Evelo, Mary Braun, Ann Pehoviack, Laura Frederick, and Brenda Hamak. NOT PICTURED are Pegi Blando, Dan Noble, Bonnie Welk. Two committees were organized this year to put time, thoughts, and ideas into the planning of two big events held at Roncalli, the Dinner-Dance and Gradu- ation. The prom was replaced by the Dinner-Dance to al- low more student body participation. A feeling of apprehension existed among many students when the event was being thrashed over, but was substituted by one of anticipation and excitement at the onset of the event. Being a new event, the Dinner-Dance re- quired special attention to make the first a success. Striving to make a senior's last high school oc- casion the most joyous and memorable was the Grad- uation Committee's main concern. Plans were made well in advance because it is not long before that final day has arrived. 93 Debate, Oral Interp Enjoys Fine Year The purpose of Oral Interpreta- tion class, according to Mrs. Soren- son, is to give the student a chance to read with more expression and empathy. Oral Interpretation mem- bers include Mike Harder. William McGee. Carol Costello, Betsy Arend, Linda Kingery, Theresa Toth, Sue Pfeiffer, Vanita Schmidt, Laura Pfeiffer, and Man,’ Maloney. Oral Interpretation brings the author's meaning (in the selection) across to the audience by using rate variety and pitch, volume, facial expressions, and gestures. Debate class members are Paula Cowles, Tim Sweetman, Gary Walth, William McGee, Linda Kingery. and Debbie Raymond. According to Mrs. Sorenson, debate teacher, the purpose of this class is to learn an artful way of arguing, and to learn good, artful ways of learning to use good research procedures. Two members are on an affirma- tive team and two are on a nega- tive team. The members try to re- solve the problem by arguing with researched material. Debates were held with other schools from Novem- ber to March. 94 LITURGICAL SINGERS BACK ROW v______Susan Hart; FRONT ROW-Mike Piatz, Mrs. Gelhaus, and Piatt, Mary Kastner, Mary Donovan, Paula Cowles, Dave Lipp. Lisa Beckel- MIDDLE ROW-Laurie Imberi, Gaylene Zerr, Patty Jacob; FRONT ROW-Rose Zerr, Mrs. Gelhaus, and Toro Dafnis. ALL-STATE SINGERS BACK ROW Marie Evelo, Rich Weron, Cheryl Notti, Mike Miller, Dan 95 Cross Country Team Grows As Wins Instill Pride Tony Buechler and Tim Pelkofer ran in the state meet representing Roncalli. Young, small and tough would best describe the Roncalli Cross Country team for 1976. Coached by Mr. Francis Zach- er, the Cavaliers finished fifth in the con- ference and had two runners in the state meet in Brookings. Tony Buechler placed 16th in the state meet while Tim Pelkofer finished 102nd. Senior runners were David Schmidt, Dan Noble, Jeff Garreau and Buechler. y Members Mai Cross Country Members Z. 7� s Mark Shares, Jeff Catreau, John Grabowska, Dennis Komder, Brian Me Grane, Peter Bormes, David Blando, Phil Hamak, Tim Pelkofer, Tony Buechler, and Dan Noble. FRONT ROW Schmidt. Coach Francis Zacher and David Net Team-Big Wins-Much Fun Varsity Members include FRONT ROW : Theresa Bell, Maria Bell, and Liz King. BACK ROW: Betsy Arend Carol Costello, Coach Opem, Beth Baker and Charleen Kelly. mmmm mm iKil’M ' tup m AM Fr. Opem's Tennis team again completed a successful season by defeating arch-rival Central once and placing sixth at the state tournament. In the singles matches Theresa Bell breezed her way into the semi-finals in the first flight, while her sister Maria fought back to the semi- finals in the second flight. Fr. Opem says, Wait till next year! JV Members L TO R: Coach Fr. Opem, Jennifer King, Susan Horna man, Lisa Mash, Jack! Sudlow, and Vicki Schuck. Roncalli's golf team ended the season a mediocore finish at the State Tourna- ment. The Cavaliers first tournament was the Best Ball held at Brookings. Joe Caun- cey and Mark G raeber teamed up to finish 3rd. In the sectional tournament, Mike Sweetman and Mark Graeber finished 13th and 15th respectively. Golf Team Builds up Golf Team members for the 1976 season included 1 Mark Lavin, Tim Johnson, Tim Sweetman, Paul Keenan, and Mike Sweetman. fe i i P n ; I 1 ! I |{| I 1U I I I I U I,— ,! V 11111 • i1 i� iji ),i � ji7 «:i tS 1 81 fH i i � f II � 11 11 i 111 r !Hi M I W 1! Ml W Win 1 ! 111 i i i1 i.� I fJCfA ; iji 11 iii «f r i!' . 11 Wm M ■ 11 !£iri wvitl i|j i!. !«!t l V i ■ ••(.' ? r l.ti'.l'f X. a $ i � ,!«' • .i|. ,1 i i di i i • Ti jjt IjfJ1 I III l 1 i.i.i i,i,i,i.i.i.i.i X 11j j (111 11 i III1 Jf ill I I f WTi'M 7 i i,i’ Girls BB Improves As Experience Starts to Show Through Fans show enthusiasm at girls BB game. s! The girls varsity team compiled a 5-13 season record in a building year. Many of the players were Sophomores or Juniors and will be returning again to do battle in the NEC conference race. Although there were few Seniors on the team, Marie Evelo, Sue Hinds and Peggy Zephier were outstanding members and showed leadership through a trying and very long year. 4? •Vi ▲ n Tfl • Hi life I limn 1 111 JV Team Completes Season With Excellent 12-3 Mark M t, « I__(i__ ri ll i 1 «T 2 ! 10® � Clrli JV Basketball members FRONT ROW L Vanlta Schmidt, Maureen McGrane, JoanPettigrew, Carol Schumacher, Briget Pfieffer, Toni Schuck, Diana Endres, Deb Hart, Caylene Hart, Pam Braun, Janet Keenan, Lori Walth, Maribeth Weber, and Vicki Willett and Coach Dave Nikolas, lana Austin. BACK ROW: Coach Tom Gelhaus, Laura Pfieffer shoots a jump shot as Sheila Barnett and Peggy Zephier converge on the boards. m Peggy Yunker drives for a layup as Peggy Zephier awaits a possible rebound. The Cavaliers play tough defence against the Warner Monarchs. Freshmen Place Second in Inter-City League The Freshmen girls basketball team ended their season with a 6-4 mark. Coach Dave Niko- las, a 1976 Roncalli graduate feels the girls will be good varsity material in the future for the Cavaliers. Some Freshmen already play on the Varsity and Junior Varsity teams and their experience will prepare them for upcoming action on the Varsity squad. Freshman Scores Raiders Shamrocks Lakers Patriots Cards Raiders Shamrocks Lakers Patriots Cards Freshmen Girls RACK ROW I Brlget Pfeiffer, Gaylene Hart, Rhonda Kline, Kendra Zens and Vicki Willett. FOURTH ROW . : Jane King, Toni Schuck, Kathy Schutz and Joan Pettigrew. THIRD ROW ■ i Tammy Schied, Majlene Salwei and Maureen McOane. SECOND ROW L TO R: Lori Walth and Janet Keenan. IN FRONT is Coach Dave Nikolas. Cavaliers Rope NEC Title.. Again! VARSITY FRONT ROW j Mark Herges, Russ JeffZacher, John Berkley, Roger Hoffman, and Stu- DeCurtlns, Craig Nelson, Tomjanusz, Tim Weber, dent Manager Jon Washenberger. TOP ROW: Coach Bob Heintzman, Rich Hoffman, Dan Wall, DanZerr, Harold Pardew, Dean Lipp, Paul Schumacher, Paul and Tom Dafnis. MIDDLE ROW: Student Manager Pehoviack, Bob Schatz, Kevin Cleberg, Bob Schutz, Bob Tlegs, Stan Schmidt, Bob Clinton, Dave Gardner, Paul Haffeman, Mike Miller, Mark Schutz, Pat Rob Zephier, Jon Eckrich, Tom Hovland, A1 Walt- McGany, Joe Hartung, Scott Schutz, and Head Coach man, Karl Eckrich, Steve Biegler, Todd Heintzman, Joe Kramer. Varsity The Ce aliers, after a sea- son of til nlights and disappoint- ments, came on to take a share of fie conference title for the •■bird year in a row. The first disappointment came by way of Milbank who was skyhigh for their homecoming game and forced the Cavaliers into a 20-20 tie. The next big setback came at Groton as Roncalli suffered its only conference loss to a fired up Tiger team. The Cavaliers had Groton down 14-0 at the half, but the Tigers came back to defeat ourgridders, 18-14. One of the big highlights this year was the win over the tough Webster Bearcats. A defensive battle all the way, the Cavaliers offense finally came through with a TD pass with 13 seconds left in the game making the final score 8-0. The grand finale of the sea- son was a combination of events which led to the conference title. With one game left in the season, Groton was a half game in the conference lead over Roncalli and Webster. Groton played Webster and Roncalli played Red- field. Webster came through and ate up the Tigers 18-6 and the Cavaliers shot down the Pheasants SENIORS : r_ '� Mark Schute, Tim Weber, Paul Haffeman, Joe Hartung, Roger Hoffman, and Stan Schmidt. 28-8. “It Was a Good Year Because of Fine Senior Leadership and Support That the Student Body Showed.” Coach Kramer JUNIOR VARSITY FRONT ROW . Craig Nelson, Rob Zephier, Tom Dafiiis, Tom Janusz, Rich Hoffman, Dan Wall, Bob Clinton, Dave Gardner, • Tom Hovland, JonEckrich, A1 Waltman, Karl Eck- rich, John Berkley, MarkHerges, Paul Schumacher, Paul Pehoviack, Bob Schatz, Kevin Cleberg, Bob Schutz, Todd Heintzman, Mike Miller, Jeff Zacher, and Danny Zerr. 11 Alll wm Grapplers Stick It to ’Em Members of the Junior Varsity wrestling squad are STANDING • -4 « Mike Mattem, Tom Mattern, David Weigle, Dennis Komder, Bob Clinton. KNEELING ARE Mike Mathews, Dave Lipp, Tim Johnson, Tom Buechler, Chuck Sterzinger, Ryan Baker, Mark Shares and Mirk Gardner. Members of the Varsity wrestling squad are STANDING ’ 7 iO Kiui- ' Jon Eckrich, Karl Eckrich, Dan Wall, Steve Biegler, Rich Hoffman, Tim Tieszen and Brad Cotten. KNEELING ARE. Allen Gates, Ken Mattem, Steve Eckrich, Mike Kaiser, Roger Salwei and Pa. McGarry. 109 ARE. Allen Gate: The Roncalli Grapplers with Coaches Marlin Reiners and Harold Pardew had an- other winning season as they wrapped up a 6-5 dual re- cord and a sixth place finish in the Northeast Conference standings. Leading the team were Seniors Mike Kaiser, Ken Mattern and Steve Eckrich. Roger Hoffman, another fine senior wrestler, was hurt midway in the campaign. Coach Reiners' team had several high points in the season, one being a dual victory over Central and the other, a second place finish in the Sully Buttes Invitational, one of the top tournaments in the state. The future looks bright for the wrestling program at Roncalli as the squad was relatively young. The Cavaliers promise to be strong again next year. The Mat Is Where It’s at One Time Out, Three Points Out of First Place At the beginning of the year the Northeast Conference coaches predicted a tight race for the conference title and that a team with four losses could still win the conference crown. Coach Zacher also predicted a close race, but, that Roncalli would win the NEC for the fourth time in a row. This year, the Cavaliers record hasn't been as good as in the past years, but was still a good team and easily kept up the winning tradition of Roncalli. Big men invaded the NEC teams again, but still utilized quickness and strength. The Roncalli roundballers had trouble keeping up with, and beating these teams. Coach Zacher discusses strategy with his players during the Roncalli-Central game. VARSITY TEAM. BACK ROW L Dave Brick, Tony Mangan, student manager; Coach Francis Zacher; Dean Lipp, Dan Noble, Jerry Walker, Scott Schutz, Ass't. Coach Tom Murphy; Mike Sweetman, student Mark Graeber, Tim Pelkofer, Joe Hartung, Mark manager. NOT PICTURED: Paul Haffeman. Herges, Bob Heintzman, Tim Weber. FRONT ROW: 112 Joe Hartung fires at the top of the key against a central opponent. Mark Graeber gets off a jump shot against two Clark defenders. I 1 a pf) 0' 1' Good Guys Watertown 45 52 Clark 67 93 Sisseton 49 65 Red field 80 64 Britton 52 64 Milbank 68 65 Webster 58 55 Groton 72 71 Central 68 49 Clark 59 93 Redfield 54 71 Sisseton 62 65 Mobridge 71 58 Britton 65 Webster Groton | Milbank Miller 77 80 Jerry Walker sails high for a basket. MacAddo for two!! 113 When You Are Through Learning, You Are Through HIS BEST God has His best for the few Who dare to stand the test, God has His second choice for those Who will not take His best And make the highest choice When by trials pressed. They shrink, they yield. They shun the cross, And so they lose His best. 1 want in this short life of mine As much as can be pressed Of service true for God and man Help me to be Thy best I want among the victor-throng To have my name confessed. And hear the Master say at last Well done, you did your best. Dean Lipp attempts to block a Webster opponents shot. 115 Bob Heintzman drives in for a two pointer against the Eagles. Bob Heintzman drives in for a bucket as Jerry Walker awaits a possible rebound. “The Best Way to Improve the Team Is to Improve Coach Murphy’s Rockets combined the talents of four men in the six foot range and the eagle eye of sharp-shooting guards and forwards to pro- duce a 14-4 record. Many sophomores have ambitions of playing varsity next year, and the outlook looks anything but bleak for them. Ourselves” Joe Kramer and Tom Gelhaus coached the freshmen to one of the best years ever for 9th graders at Roncalli. Talents seemed to come out of the two coaches as both teams compiled very impres- sive season records. Develop ment of this talent may p rove fateful for Cavalier opponents when these athletes star varsity play. SOPHOMORE TEAV ti John Berkely, Jeff Zachcr, Kevin Clcbcrg, Bill DcBatcs, Bob Schutz Cary Meier, Pete Bormcs, Rob Zephier, Mike Miller, Pat Rohl, John Washenberger, Chuck Gruenstein, David Blando. Sophomore Coach Tom Murphy and student manager Tony Mangan. 116 FRESHMAN TEAM BACK ROW ’ . Paul Wayne Lacher, Chuck Mangan, Bcmie Miller, Schmidt, Matt Svensen, Dave Drapeaux, Jim Coach Joe Kramer. MISSING: Larry Hoffer, Brian Bormes, David Ochs. FRONT ROW: John Carrels, Piatz. FRESHMAN TEAM BACK ROW L .Ti Rick FRONT ROW: Jeff Weismantel, Don Lipp, Joe Zerr, Fettig, Mike Weber, Greg Schatz, Ted Cleberg. Tom Gisi, Mark Vaux, Coach Tom Gelhaus. 117 119 Ion’ll bo missed. Seniors NNf 1 1 With a slight grin, a tired horse... a lump in our throats, we approach the trails end. Roncalli you ol' hoss, you been good to us and we appreciate that. But there's new trails to blaze and places to go. So for now, Roncalli, let us tell our friends what good trailhands they was. Sometimes, we promise you, we'll all come back now, ya hear? -A- Albert, Kristi 22,62,91,93,123 A moldy, Tom 14 Arend, Betsy 14,46,94,99 Arntz, JoEllen 22,123 Austin, Jana 14,102 -B- Backous, Mrs. Donnabelle 37 Bain, Jolaine 14,46 Baker, Beth 10,99 Baker, Ryan 14,85,87,108 Balster, Kordell 10 Barnett, Rita 14,101 Barnett, Sheila 18,40,101,102 Beckel, Lisa 14,95 Bell, Maria 10,99 Bell, Theresa 18,40,93,99 Berkley, Jon 14,87,104,106,116 Biegler, Joan 14,101,47 Biegler, Steve 18,85,104,109 Blando, David 14,87,98,116 Blando, Pegi 22, 86,123 Block, Debbie 22 Blosky, Greg 14 Bobby, James 10 Bormes, Jim 10,107,117 Bormes, John 22,40 Bormes, Mark 14 Bormes, Peter 14,98,116 Bormes, Steve 10,107 Bossly, Maureen 18 Bothwell, Cathy 14 Bothwell, Mike 123 Braun, Mary 22,91,93 Braun, Pam 14,47,86,90,101,102 Brendel, Rick 18 Brick, David 18,112 Brown, Carla 14 Buechler, Tim 18,85,87 Buechler, Tony 22,55,85,98 Butler, Annette 14,47 Butler, Doug 22,40,47 Butler, Susan 10,47 -C- Campbell, Todd 14 Carlson, Carolyn, 10,47- Carrels, John 10,107,117 Caven, Nancy 14,46,86 Chauency, Joe 10 Clausen, Kirstie 18,89 Cleberg, Brian 22 Cleberg, Kevin 14,104,106,116 Cleberg, Ted 10,46,107,117 Clinton, Robert 104,106,108 Coffin, David Costa, Regina 22, 72 Costello, Carol 14,89,99 Cotten, Brad 18.1Q9 Cotten, Warren 14 .«■ Cowles, Paula 18,46,86,94,95 Cowles, Tom 23 -D- 4 I Dabbert, Shelly 14,47,86 Dafnis, Tom 1 ,46,87,93,95,104,106 DeBates, Bill 14,47,116 DeBates, Terri 10,47 DeCurtins, Russ 18,47,85,104 Deibert, David 10,107 DeVaan, Debbie 23,86,93 DeVine, Mrs. Esta 37 Diegel, Cindy 14,46 Dinsmore, Sr. Cherylyn 37, 80 Dix, Patricia 14 Donovan, Mary 18,47,91,95 Donovan, Peggy 14 Dornbusch, Lyndon 18,85,87 Dornbusch, Susan 10,46 Drapeaux, David 10, 107,117 Drapeaux, Cerianne 18 ■ Eckrich, Karl-18, 84, 85,104,106,100 Eckrich, Steve 23,84,65,109 Endries, Diana 18,4 7,86,101,102 Engelhart, Barb 10,46 Engelhart, James 10 Engelhart, Janet 23,62,89,90,91 Engelhart, Jean 14,46,90 Engelhart, Kathy 10, 91 Engelhart, Mari 18 v Engler, Mr. Richard 38,81 « }A Evelo, Cary 15,47 Evelo, Marie 23, 72,73,91, 98,35; 101,121 -F- Fettig, Rick 10,107,117 Ea •V ■4 t Fiscjier, DeAnna 15,91 Fischer, Denise 18,46,91 Fischer, Evelyn 23 'Frankman, Mr. Gregg 37,49 Frederick, Dale 15 Frederick, Laura 23,93 Friedt, Cheryl 15,94 Friemuth, Sr. Helen 33 Fritz, Becky 23,86 Fritz, Tom 15 Fuatt rer, Frank Fuetterer, Feter 46 • � Gardner, Davy} J.6,104,106 Gardner, Mark 18,108 Carreaiyjeff 85,98 Gates, Alien 10, 84,107,109 , Gefre, Diane 15 ' Ceffre, Kathy 18,86 Gefre, Tom 23 Gelhaus, Mrs. Mary 35,46,95 Gelhaus, Mr. Tom 33,44,40,102,117 -Cese, Haney 23 Cisi, James 23 Gisi, Tom 10,107,117 Goetz, Jeanne 18, 101 Goetz, Terry 23 Grabowska, John 19, 98 Graeber, Mark 23,85, 87,112,113 Grandbois, Bob 23, 87 Grote, Greg 15 Gruenstein, Chuck 15,116 Gullickson, Jeff 10,47 -H- Haffeman, Paul 23,85,87,104,105,123 Hagen, Jayjne 23 Hamak, Brenda 23,91,93 Hamak, Philip 19, 98 Hansen, Jim 23,87 Harder, Gail 19,89 Harder, Mike 23,84 Harder, Pat 10, 84,107 Hart, Debbie 15,101,102 Hart, Gaylene 11,46,95,102,103 Hartung, P rPT9,4f , 101 ' Hartung, Joe.23, 62, 85,87, 104,105,112,113 Hatzenbeller, Brian 24 Pledges, Jeffrey 11 Hedges, Roy Heintzman, Bob 19,85,104,112,115 Heintzman, Todd 15,85,104,106 Helm, Carla 11 Helm, Mary 19,86 Henderson, Randy 19 Herges, Jane 11,101 Herges, Jon 24 Herges, Mark 19,8S, 87,104,106,112 Hill, James 19 Hinds, Sue 24, 91,101 Hoffman, Richard 15,104,106,109 Hoffman, Roger 24, 62,85,104, 105 Hopfinger, Colette 24,91,123 Hopper, Larry 11,107 Homaman, Jay 24,87 Hornaman, Sue 15,47,86,99 Hovland, Mike 11, 107 Hovland, Tom 19,104,106 Howell, Bill 24,87 Howell, Ed 11 Hubert, Sandy 15,46 f -I- Imberry, Laurie It Jacob, Patricia 19,46,47,89,90,91,95 Janua, Anthony 11,107 Janua, Kathy 24,89,91 Janua, Tom 19,87,104,106 Jasinski, Jerry 15 Johnson, Mrs. Peggy 33,101 Johnson, Steven 15 Johnson, Timothy IS, 100, 108 -K- Kaiser, Mike 24,87,109 Kallas, Lance 24,87 Kallas, Lenn 24,87 Kastner, Jeanette 11 Kastner, Mary 15,46,91,95 Keenan, Janet 11,102,103 Keenan, Paul 19,100 Keller, Cindy 15 Kelly, Sharleen 19,47,90,99 Kessler, Tom 11 King, Elizabeth 24, 62,84,89,99 King, Jane 11,89,103 King, Jennifer 11,99 m ' Kingery, Linda 15,46,86,91,94 Kirchgesler, Karolyn 11 Kline, Rhonda 11,47,103 Kluge, David 19 Kornder, Dennis 19,85,98,108 Kosse, Michelle 15 Kraft, Jacob 24 Kramer, Mr. Joe 37,49,104,117 Krueger, Cheryl 19 -L- ’ Lacher, Wayne 11,117 • Lauer, Laurie 24,123 Lauer, Madonna 15 Lavin, Mark 19,100 Leif, Jerry 15 Levsen, Mrs. Sandra 33,51,86,90 Uckfelt, Shelly 19,86,91 Lien, Jason 15 Lindner, Linda 15,89 Lingor, Janeen 24 Lipp, Mr. Dan 35,44 Lipp, David 19,46,95,108 Lipp, Dean 19,85,93,104,112,114 Lipp, Don 11,117 Littel, Brenda. 11,89 Littel, Joelle 15 Mathews, Mike 16,108 Mattem. Jane 16,86 Mattern, Kenneth 25,85,109 Mattem, Mike 20, 85,108 Mattem, Tom 12,107,108 Matz, Suzanne 12 Mecseji, Pam 16,47 Meier, Gary 16,116 Meier, Sandy 25 Meier, Susan 20 Merchant, Eileen 12,91 Meyer, Mary 20 Meyer, Rod 25 Miller, Bemie 12,117 Miller, Brian 16 Miller, Mike 16,46,95,104, lOff, 116 “ - «As Mitzel Mike 12,107 Llfs 12 Moffenbier, Phylh Moffcnbier, Sharon 25,86 -N- McGarry, Ann 12 McGarry, Pat 20,85,104,109 , McGee, W. Sean 16,94 McGrane, Brian 20,98 McGrane, Colleen 16 McGrane, Kevin 25,87 McGrane, Maureen 12,102,103 McNamee, Kevin 24,87 McNickle, Margaret 25,84 McTague, Jeff 16 Naber, Louis 16,47,94 Nall, Kim 25,93 Nelsonj Craig 16,104,106 Nelson, Mrs, Merri $7 Netzer, Dawn 20,8 . Netzer, Virgil 16 1 Nies, Allen 12 Nikolas, Jane 25 Nikolas, Kevin 12 Nikolas, Maureen 16,47 Noble, Dan 25,85,87,98,112,115 Nold, Tammy 12 Norton, Neil 20 Norton, Perry 12 Notti, Cheryll 25,46,95 Notti, Jae 20,55 Notti, Nadine 16,86 ym -M- -O- Maloney, Mary Mangan, Charles 11,47,107,117 Mangan, Tony 16,47,85,112,116 iWIrnette, Fred 11 Mareh, Cindy 19,47 Macsh, Lisa 16,86,90,99 Martian, Jeanie 11,47,94 Martin, Catherine 11 Mathews, Michelle 25,62,63,84,89,93,123 Oakes, Bonnie 25 Ochs, David 12,107,117 O'Callaghan, Sr. Rosaria 35,56 Oliver, Linda 20 Oliver, Tom Olson, Scott Opem, Fr. Anthony 3S,40,52,99 Orth, Mr. Richard 35 Osborn, Richard 20,87 41 m vv % ►j mmuM ' 4 _ -p- Palm, Sr. Rosa 37 Pauley, Jane 20 Pardew, Mr. Harold 70,80,87, 104 Peck, David 12 Pehoviack, Ann 25.46,91,93 PehoviaCk, Julie 16 Pehoviack, Paul 20,40, 104,106 ’ Pelkofer, Tim' 14, 16, 84, 98,112 Pettigrew, Joan 12,102,103 Pfeiffer, Bridget 12,46,102,103 - . «Pfeiffer, Laura 16,86,101,102 t Pfeiffer, Lorrie 16 Pfeiffer, Mike 12,107 y Pfeiffer, Paula 16,86 Pfeiffer, Sue 20,101 Pfeiffer, Theresa 25,49 J Piatz, Brian 12 Piatz, Greg 16 .. Piatz, Jeff 20, S5 Piatt, Mike 25,46,95 . «Piatz, Patricia 12,46 Piatu Susan 20, 86, 95 ’ • Plumage, Anne 25,91 Presinell, Fr. Joseph 33 rtessler, Taula 12,46 - Rayrpond, Debbie 16,86, .. ' Reiners, Mr. Maalin 35,51,91 Tie is, Sheila 25 • Rice, Cathy 5,46,86 Rieger, Paula 20,86, 91 Rinke, Chris 12 Rinke, Liz 25, 86 Rohl, Jim 25,62,85,87 Rohl, Pat 16,87,116 - Sabol, Richard 26,47 Sahli, Linda 12 Salwei, Marcella 21,86,91 Salwei, Marlene 12,46,89,91,103 Salwei, -fjoger 26,109 .. - Sanders, jody 16,46,89 ' - ■ ‘ Sayler, Robert 26, S5, 85,87 ' H ▼ •'Scare -The-Hawk, D ?bra • Schaeffer, Mrs.'Rose 37,80 Schares, Marlt 21,9 , 108 Schares, Pat l 26J55 Schares, Stephan 17,40' jk (Mr. ' liVi . i j f Schatz, Greg 12,47,107,117 Schatz, Robert 17,104,106,123 ‘ Schaunaman, Lora 26 Scheett, Russell Scheid, Tammy 12,46,89, 91,103 Schick, Lisa 21,89 SchlQsser, ..Barb 26 Schmaltz, Atm 26 Schmaltz, Mr. Joe Schmidt, David 26, 62,(£5, 98 Schmidt, Paul 12, 87,107,117 Schmidt, Stan 26,84, 85,87, 93,104,-105,123 Schmidt, Vaoita 17,86, 101,102 Schmitz, Mary 17 1 . Schneider, Becky 21,86 Schriver, Babz 26 Schroeder, Marly sa 13 Schumaker, Carol 13,101,102 Schumacher, Don 17 Schumacher, Paul 21,104,106 Schutz, Kathy 13,103 Schutz, Mark 26,62,63,85,87,104,105 Schutz, Robert 17,87,104,106,116 Schutz, SCott 21,84, 85,87,93,104,112 Sebert, Cherjfl 26,86” Seiler, Bruce 17 Seiler, Stu 87 Shuck, Toni 13,102,103 Shuck, Vicki 21,86,99 Siegel, Laura 21 Sitter, Andy 17.47 a ' Sivertsea, LeliSne'13,47, 72 Sorenson, Mrs. Cheryl 35,94 Stahl, Dan 13,107 ' � Stahl, Joan 17,46 Steele, Brigid 14,17,46,84 Stephenson, Norman.13 Sterzinger, v uck 13,107,108 Sterzinger, Job 123 Stroh, Laurie 21,86 . Stump, Cindy 13,91, r v Stumpf, Sr. Patrice 33 Sudlow, Jackie 17, 99 £uel, Ann 13 Svensen,,Matt 13,40,107.117 Sweetman, Mark 13,107 1 Sweetman � Mike 26, 8§, 100, 112 Sweetman, Tim 17 94,100 -T- . � y.l . • a � ' ■ J Talcott, Gregg 26,85,87,93 Jf Theunissen, Kristi 26, 93 Thomas, Jean 13 Thomas, Mary 26 ' Tiegs, Robert 26,85,87,104 Tienen, Tim 21,85,10 Toth, Theresa 17 Tschakert, Miss Ann 33,54,90 j ■A' 13,47,117 17,46 W -z- Zacher, Mr, Eugene 81 Zacher, Mr, Francis 35,45,85, 98,112 Zacher, Carol'?1 Zacher, Jeff 10,104,106,116 Zacher, Karo� 21 ZenJ, Kendra 13,102L Zephier, 16,101,102 Zephier, Rjts 7,87, li64,106,116 Zerr, Dan 17,46, 95. 04,106 Zerr, Joseph 13,10 7117 Jf -■ � | - hr lT % ; S Walker, Jerry 26,85,87,112,113,115 Wall, Dan 17,85,104,106,109 W'alth, Gary 17 Walth, Lori 13,47,102,103 Zerr, Rose 27,4 A90,9p f Zimnter, Fr. James 35,53 ! T '' ■ I'• a? A Cmti W Staters are, FRONT ROW, Theresa Bell, Sheila Barnett, Jeanne Goetz. MIDDLE ROW, Scott Schutz, Dave Brick, Russ DeCurtins, Mark Schares. BACK ROW Tom Hovland, Tom Dafnis, Dean Lipp, Randy Henderson, John Grabowska. Staters and N.H. Society Achieve Excellence Roncalli High School was again well represented in scholastic ability in the National Honor Society and Boy's and Girl's State. Both were high honors for high school students and Roncalli showed excellent quality in its students. These awards will help the students grow and prepare for later life. Honor Society members are, FRONT ROW, Jerry Walker, Michelle Mathews, Tom Hovland, Liz Rinke, Dan Noble. SECOND ROW Mary Schmitz, Madonna Lauer, Colieen McGrane, Joelle Littel, Mary Helm, Diana Endres, Paul Pehoviack, Sean McGee. THIRD ROW Marie Englehart, Jane Pauley, Jean Englehart, Lisa Beckel. BACK ROW Tim Pelkofer, John Grabowska, Pete Bormes, Tim Sweetman, Rob Zephier, Len Willet, Ann Pehoviack, Margaret McNickle. j BB and men End Year The wrestling team wrapped up the 1976-77 season by sending wrestlers, Pat McGarry, Ken Mattem, Steve Bieg- ler, and Allan Gates to the state tourna- ment in Watertown. McGarry gained an impressive third place finish at 132 pounds. The basketball team had to finish the season without the services of top soccer and rebounder, Mark Graeber. The All-State forward broke a bone in his foot a week before Sectionals. The Cava- liers fell to Huron in the first round, 60-45. Huron was then edged by Aberdeen Central, who went on to win the state championship. A. These are three of the wrestlers who went to the state tournament: A. Cates, K. Mattem, S. Biegler. B. Pat McGarry, who took third at state, sets iq for a pin. C. Coach Francis Zacher gives his squad instructions during sectional play. D. Bob Heintzman chives through the Huron defense. Tennis Team Swings to a 3-3 Finish The boys tennis team finished with a three and three record including a win over Central. They were in the State rankings all year. The girls golf team was short on experience this year. They qualified three players for the State Tournament- Debbie Devaan, Pat Jacobs and Lorrie Pfeiffer. ) A. Ryan Baker hits a forehand shot. B. Number one, Mike Sweetman, hits a backhand shot to his opponent. C. Varsity tennis team FRONT ROW: Mark Sweetman, Ryan Baker, Mike Sweetman. BACK ROW: Rick Fettig, John Carrels, Paul Schmidt, Father Anthony Opem. Trackers Work for Success The boy track team, under coach Francis Zacher and team captains Dave Schmidt, Tony Buechler, and Tim Weber, worked hard for its goals and success. Many runners produced excellent re- sults for Roncalli. The team broke eight school records. The shot put record was broken by Scott Schutz, the 440 yd. run by Tony Buechler, the 2 mile run by Dennis Kordner, the mile run by Dave Schmidt, and the high jump by Jerry Walker. The medley relay, the mile relay, an and the 880 yd. relay teams broke rec- ords. The team took second place in the Northeast Conference track meet. Mrs. Peg Johnson's girls team en- joyed much success. The team took first place in the Northeastern Conference track meet and broke four school rec- ords. The 880 yd. dash was broken by Vanita Schmidt, the 100 yd. dash by Maribeth Weber, the discus throw by Maureen bossly, and the mile relay record was broken. SITTING: G. Walth, T. Heintzman, B. Heintzman, J. Rohl, T. Weber, J. Walker, T. Buechler, J. Eckrich, M. Schares. SECOND ROW: G. Willet, J. Zacher, K. Eckrich, P. Hamak, D. Komder, T. Janusz, D. Brick, R. Brendel, D. Lipp. THIRD ROW: Head Coach Francis Zacher, T. Pelkofer, B. McGrane, D. Schmidt, M. Herges, M. Schutz, S. Schutz, Mr. Gregg Frankman, D. Blando, J. Jasinski, P. Bormes, T. Buechler, J. Berkley, P. Rohl, G. Evelo, D. Wall, K. Cleberg, S. Johnson, and Mr. Tom Zerr. FRONT ROW: S. Hornaman, K. Clausen, B. Steele, M. Salwei, K. Janusz, Coach Peg Johnson. SECOND ROW: B. Pfeiffer, G. Hart, B. Baker, L. Marsh, M. Bossly, R. Zerr, M. Evelo, V. Schmidt, J. Pauley, J. Austin, T. Shuck. THIRD ROW: J. King, A. Suel, A. McGarry, C. Deigel, P Pfeiffer, Tammy Scheid, J. Pettigrew, J. King, L. WaKJi, M. Weber, M. McGrane, J. Herges, B. Littel, A. Contestants relax in the infield dining meets while waiting for their event. B. The 880 relay team, Tim Weber, Tim Buechler, Bob Heintzman, and Todd Heintzman, put their heads together for a win. C. Clearing the hurdle is Mark Herges as he qualifies for state. D. Record holder Jennifer King makes another attempt to clear the bar. E. David Schmidt's hard work pays off as he wins his races. F. Tim Weber and Todd Heintzman's good hand off is the key to winning a relay. Fine Arts Symbolize Our Expressions Tlie annual Fine Arts Festival, a combined effort of the art and music departments, was h a! April 24-May 7. Hie art students expressed their feelings and moods in the beautiful works that were displayed throughout the festival. Hie choruses and bands demonstrated their achieve- ments in concert performances. The combined results of these artists showed that success comes with hard work. A. The Art Exhibit presents many different works of art. B. Ink drawings of floor, wall and clothing designs are among the exhibits. C. Pencil drawings of faces are done by some of the students. D. Rick Sabol takes first place at state with his trombone solo. E. Much skill is shown in Mary Donovan's wood-carving. F. Gerianne Drapeaux displays her woodcarving of the Blessed Virgin Mary. G. The Roncalli High School band performs in concert during the Festival. Farley Beaver Day Brings the 50's Back to Life One day each year has been set aside � for Farley Beaver Day. This year the special day was held on April 28. The students all got out their white bobbie socks, saddle shoes, peddle pushers, pleated skirts, Fonzie T-shirts, and tenny-runners. Guys wore their hair greased and the girls wore the high pony tails and tight curls. Bright red lipstick and tatoos were common sights on this day. A. Bridget Pfieffer, Pat Rohl and Steve Johnson pay their dues in the Kangaroo Court. B. Tom Gefre and Mary Braun together after being crowned Farley Beaver and Monica Mink. C. Mr. Celhaus and Jeff McTague are showing off their costumes during Farley Beaver Day. RHS Plays ‘‘The Perfect Idiot’ The RHS drama department presented The Perfect Idiot under the direction of Sister Patrice Stumpff on May 5 and 7. The Perfect Idiot is about a high school genius who can't go to college be- cause his parents consider him anti- social. The play goes on to show how this boy makes it to college. Tom Hovland, Mike Miller, Kevin Cleberg and Sean D. Raymond and M. Miller are shown here in one of McGee are key actors in The Perfect Idiot. the more tender scenes of the comical spring play. Cast members of, The Perfect Idiot includ rflMkBP Harder, Tom Hovland, Mary Donovan, Kevin tS9WWB®� IIWP? rl§EATEDjJim Englehart, Mike Cleberg, Linda Kingery, Lisa Beckel, Sue Matz, Miller, Debbie Raymond Gary Walth. STANDING Sister Patrice Stumpff. ARE Lorrie Pfieffer, Jean Thomas, Dan Zerr, Pat 4 ;n? A Night f on the Town After much controversy as to whether or not the annual prom should be held, it was decided that an annual event would be held that could and would involve every junior and senior. The annual prom was replaced with a Junior-Senior Dinner Dance. This event was h y on April 22 in the newly remodel- ed Ward Hotel ballroom. The evening started with a dinner which was followed by a dance with the group Snaps” providing the entertainment. Sen- ior Jay Hornaman performed a mime piece during a group intermission. Awards Honor Achievements E A. Mark Graeber proves that he can still dance despite his broken foot. B. Jay Hornaman treats the crowd to a mime per- formance with his act The Gun Slinger. C. A steak dinner introduces the evening of the first annual Junior-Senior Dinner-Dance. D. Juniors and Seniors enjoy dancing to the beat of Snaps. E. The teacher of the year award goes to Mr. Harold Pardew. F. Dennis Kornder receives a track award for breaking the school record in the 2-mile run. G. Mr. Richard Engler, principal, gives the opening remarks at the annual Awards Night. H. Miss Ann Tschakert, cheerleading advisor, presents Gail Harder with a cheerleading award. RHS Becomes a Memory Graduation day, May 15, was a time of mixed emotions for the one hundred Roncalli seniors. It was a time of re- flections, sadness, and joy. The 1977 senior class expressed their emotions through their motto, It’s the Laughter We Will Remember. Class colors were yellow and white and the class flower was the yellow rose. A. Mark Graeber receives his diploma. B. Mr. Thomas Johnson, vice-president of Mary College, speaks to this years seniors. C. Senior skip day receives a total effort. D. Graduation day brings a sign of happiness.