Ruskin High School - Mirage Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 264 of the 1965 volume:

In Dedication To The Ruskin Spirit We remember; The rowdy enthusiasm of a pep assembly, Wild joy when the team won. . . and heartbreak when it lost. Burning midnight oil into the wee hours before exams. . . jubilation after finals. Frostbitten Homecomings. . . lovely queens. Panic at a forgotten assignment. . . satisfaction at a job well done. Bewildered freshmen avoiding prankish seniors. . . humble seniors standing on the graduation platform. The inspiration of a fine teacher. . . the stimulation of a heated discussion. Star studded Snowball evenings. . . balmy Prom nights. Pride at a flag-raising. . . misty eyes during the school song. Happiness in a good cafeteria meal. . . appreciation of a school production. . . clicking heels moving down the tiled halls. . . Nostalgia m looking backward to earlier high school days. All of these compose our Ruskin Spirit Table of Contents Dedication........................2 Table of Contents.................3 Administration...................10 School Life......................20 A thletics.......................86 Academics.......................118 Student Body A. Freshmen...............156 B. Sophomores.............165 C. Juniors................177 D. Seniors...............189 E. Senior Index..........229 Advertisements..................242 Ruskin Hums With Assorted Activities High school has many aspects besides the classroom and study. It is a social center around which revolves many different and individual activities. Not only students but teachers add to this hub of activity. This center comes alive with the opening of school in September and is constantly humming with life until the last student goes out of the doors in June. Caught in one of his rare moments, Mr. Lawrence ponders one of the many problems he faces each day. With the ringing of the 2:50 bell, the parking lot suddenly comes alive. 4 What better way to show school spirit than by polishing the Eagle? Shine it. Freshman! Football takes study of the fundamentals as well as actual play. On the lirst day of driving to school after passing his driver’s test. Mr. Wrisinger found a special parking space reserved just for him. 5 Student Life Extends Beyond The Books The Student Council sponsored several dances, all of which were well attended. These students’ favorite activity before school is roaming the halls until 8:04Vi a m. Forward march! says Terry Ed wards, drum major of the Golden Eagle Band. The boys on the team crouch on the scrimmage line at one of their practices. The library is always a busy place, before, during, and after hours. Mirage sales went ‘‘modern’ this year and a crowd around the barrel became a well- known sight. 7 Throng Exercises Power ? • JL ADMINISTRA TION Superintendents Guide The Districts’ Activities MR. TOM FORAKER, Supcriniendent of Consolidated District No. I. MR. JOSEPH H. NESBIT, Assistant Superintendent of Consolidated District No. I. Without a worthy captain at the helm, a ship nate in having two excellent individuals, Mr. Tom cannot sail a straight and true course. Thus it is Foraker and Mr. Joseph Nesbit as the leaders of with a schtxil district. Without an outstanding our district. Our gratitude is extended to them superintendent, a school district would falter in for their unselfish efforts to guide our schools to its course. However, our school district is fortu- a better tomorrow. 12 A. A. MC ELROY President DONALD D. NEWKIRK Vice-President Board Of Education Encourages Achievement Due to the outstanding efforts of our board of education, Ruskin High School has progressed to a leading position in the secondary education field. Without their devoted interest and work, our school could not have realized such a high caliber of achievement. Through the efforts of the school board, Ruskin has a well-planned effective curriculum, and ade- quate facilities. The large number of Ruskin grad- uated who have gone into the world and earned for themselves a successful livelihood, is a tribute to the guiding work of our board of education. GEORGE WILLIAMS WENDELL JOHANINGSMEIR FREDERICK M. SMITH 13 The Mirage once again pays tribute to its two fine administrators, Principal Blaine E. Steck and Vice- principal Douglas M. Lawrence. The bustling fig- ure of Mr. Steck moving through Ruskin’s halls has become a tradition. Our administrators have provided the school with firm leadership in academics throughout the year, making possible Ruskin’s excellent prepara- tion for life after graduation. When asked about the effectiveness of the ad- ministrative policy, a faculty member said, “The dedication of Mr. Steck and Mr. Lawrence is un- usual in a high school administration and is inspir- ing to me as a teacher.” MR. BL AINE E. STECK Principal Administrators Lead In All Activities Working closely with Mr. Steck, Mr. Lawrence has ably directed Ruskin’s activities program, w’hich is one of the best in the state. With faculty support and student appreciation, Principal Steck and Vice-principal Lawrence are part of Ruskin’s school spirit, a vital part which has brought us through another successful school year. MR. DOUGLAS M. LAWRENCE Vice-principal 14 PAUL PROVINCE Business Administrator ROBERT SHARP Director of Buildings and Grounds Special Services Aid School Life MRS. DOROTHY WRIGHT. R N. School Nurse MRS. WALLY HARMON Director of Food Services GUY CARTER Director of Special Services DAVID DeHELM Director of Curriculum 15 Office Secretaries Perform Behind-The-Scenes Services I m portant in their positions but often overlooked when recognition is given are the office secretaries of Ruskin High School. Typing school letters, keep- ing office records and answering the questions of parents and students are a few of the duties per- formed by Mrs. Marcella Gowler, Mrs. Bernice Phillips, and Mrs. Dorothea Gfeller. To our secre- taries, the behind-the-scenes backbone of the school, go our thanks for their dedication to the students, teachers, and administrators of Ruskin High School. Mrs. Gowler helps keep the office records. 16 Mrs. Phillips answers a parent’s question. Library Staff Works For MISS ANN ABARR. Librarian B.S. in Ed. Northwest Missouri State (College Freshman Pep Club Sponsor. R.H.A.L.S Sponsor Lynn Wohlberg and Paul Russell, library helpers, straighten the book shelves MRS BOBBIE DEAN Library Clerk Students' Benefit Members of the Ruskin library staff are an integral part of the school. Ruskin students find the librarian, Miss Ann Abarr, and the clerks, Mrs. Lonnie Miller and Mrs. Bobbie Dean, ready and willing to help them search for information for a special report or a research paper. Teaching aids, film strips, movies, pictures, records, and pro- jectors are cared for by the mem- bers of the library staff. Through the efforts of the librarian, the two clerks and the library helpers, Ruskin's library is an efficient, well-organized depart- ment. The members of the library staff work to make the library the hub of the students' work area. MRS. LONNIE MILLER Library Clerk 17 Counselors Aid Students Counselors of Ruskin High have the difficult job of co- ordinating the students' school and personal lives. They help the students choose appropriate classes, aid in scheduling these classes, and if necessary re- arrange the courses. Many stu- dents turn to the counselors for help in solving their personal problems. For the first time this year, one member of the counseling staff is in charge of college affairs, Mrs. Marjorie Langford. The three remaining counselors are: Ed Johnston, senior and fresh- man counselor, Ray Williamson, junior counselor, and James Whitworth,sophomore counse- lor. A major function of the coun- selors is to administer the battery of tests given to Ruskin students. After the results of these tests are received, the counselors interpret the scores using them to help the students plan their courses and their future. ED JOHNSTON B.S.Ed., M.Ed. Arkansas Stale Teachers College. I niversity of Arkansas. Central Missouri State College. University of Missouri. Senior and Freshman Counselor Workers in the counselors’ office perform tasks such as typing and filing to help the counselors. RAY WILLIAMSON B.S.Ed., M.Ed. Northeast Missouri State Col- lege, Central Missouri Stale College. Junior Counselor Junior Class Sponsor 18 And Help Plan Their Future MRS. MARJORIE E. LANGFORD B.S.Ed., M.Ed. Central Missouri State College. University of Missouri. College Counselor Student Council Sponsor. Senior Class Sponsor. A Ruskin student ponders over college catalogues. JAMES WHITWORTH B.S., M S. Missouri Valley, Central Missouri State College. Sophomore Counselor Golf Coach 19 SCHOOL LIFE Sisters share a love of music. Tinina relaxes at home while knitting. Sandy receives help with chemistry problems. Friendships Expand Through Student Program Maria Cristina Fuchslocher, or Tinina, as she is called, is Ruskin's fourth American Field Service stu- dent, and is one of 40 in the Kan- sas City area. Tinina’s home is in Rio Bueno, in the beautiful lake region of Chile. In Chile Tinina’s parents own and manage a small general store. She has two older brothers, Harry and Igor, and an older sister, Ka- rin. Tinina’s American family, the Dwight W. Sorensens, have one daughter, Sandy. When asked how she likes life in the United States, Tinina said, “Although I look forward to see- ing my family in Chile again, I am enjoying very much my experi- ences in an American home and large high school. I am sure this is one of the most rewarding and memorable years of my life. Council Activities ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Mrs. Langford, G. Sleincr, D. Fish, C. Biggemaff, T. Riley, M. McCahon, ). Buss. S. Bodenheimer. ROW TWO: R. Dawson, G. Silvey, L. Yamashiro, L. Angotti, S. Schmidl, L. Hall, F. Westmoreland, Mr. Lawrence. ROW THREE: C. Goings, T. Hombs, B. Gibson, B. Keuchler, S. Lindstrom. J. Beeson, B. Knitter. ROW FOUR: K. Cochrane, L. White, B. Riseman. ROW FIVE: B. Rakowski, j. Ringo, K. Miller, P. Russell. ROW SIX: G. Martin, A. Harris, B. Keller, D. Booth. ROW SEVEN: G. Mount, P. Whitsitt, B. Nutt, T. Fuchslocher, S. Curry. Ruskin’s council of, by, and for the students, spent the 1964-65 school year in a whir of activities. Beginning with the magazine sale and the first informal dance, the council never ceased to work for the benefit of the student body. Ruskin’s student government organization also proudly fulfilled the position of Secretary of the Missouri Association of Student Councils and attended conventions at Jefferson City and Warrensburg. Again this year, classroom visita- tions served as a forum for the voicing of con- structive criticism and commendation for the past performance of the council. They rekindled enthusiasm and generated greater understanding between council and students. Student Council activities, such as the annual Snow Ball, were well received by the student body. Enthusiasm for Ruskin’s four-year-old exchange program reached a new peak with the arrival of Tinina Fuchslocher from Chile. The 1964-65 Ruskin Student Council deserves to be commended for a year of progress toward new' and challenging horizons. 24 Stress School Spirit Ruskin Student Council members register at the district convention at Warrensburg. Terry leads a discussion group on parliamentary procedure. Bill Keuchler, Tinina Fuchslocher, and Pam Whiisitt eagerly wait for the day’s activities to begin. Time out for lunch. Diversified Activities Student Council officers, ferry Riley, president. Marilyn McCahon, secretary, Stan Bodenheimer, vice-president, and John Buss, treasurer, pose for Mirage pictures outside the office. Freshman representatives await the beginning of the installation service for Student Council members. Student Council members tabulate daily totals of the annual magazine sales drive. Terry Riley. John Buss, and Marilyn McCahon decorate the Christmas tree for the main hall. Envelop Student Council Students enjoy danc ing to a local band at one of several Tuesday night dances sponsored by the Student (x)uncil. Students take time out to vote for Queen before entering the Snowball Dance. Kathy Cochrane Junior Flo Westmoreland Sophomore Queen Pam Whisitt Senior Linda Tuttle Senior Carol Holmes Freshman Linda Sprinkle Junior Gay Steiner Freshman Carolyn Glenn Sophomore r Snow Ball. . . Initiates Holiday Season Queen Pam reigns at the dance. Candidates anxiously await the announcement of the queen. The students wait in line for refreshments. To the 500 students who attended the Snow Ball, sponsored by the Student Council, it proved to be a great success. David VanSandt and his band provided the musical entertainment for this annual dance. Refreshments were served by the members of the Student Council, who were also responsible for the Christmas mood provided by a decorative tinsel and greenery scheme. Couples enjoy the mood of the evening. 29 ROW ONE: Gary Mount, Buddy Hinds, Rick Perdue, Keith Gregory, George Caley, Bob Coffman, Bruce Smith, Pat Cleary, Ralph Berglund, Greg Gibson. ROW TWO: Terry Bayless, Keith Gregory, Don Draper. Larry Wiseman, Char- les Forbes. Dennis Zullig, Bill McLaughlin, Gary Galster. Stan Curry, Joe Vogler. ROW THREE: Art Miller, Larry Dungan, John Buss, Mike Cox, Bob Riseman, Mike Cooper, Jerry Jones, Bill Nutt, David Iindley, Jim Cairo. ROW FOUR: Ben Taylor, Lance Christopherson, John Beeson, Alan Har- ris, Jim Suddarth, Ron Miller, Roy Mount, Joe Bidali, Bill McMillen, Jim Moore. ROW FIVE: Richard Howell. Bob Cochrane, Bud Dahl, Dwight Magee, Joe Arbisi, Mike Howell. R-Club Revamps Format I)uc to an increased number of members, the R-Club adopted their first constitution this year. One provision in the constitution was the un- precedented acceptance of tennis, golf, and wrestling lettermen as members. Starting this year, the R-Club boys will pay a special admission fee and sit as a group at the games. Skeptical members listen as George Caley, Sergeant at Arms, outlines his plans for keeping order. Plans included two of their well-known in- formal, night-time initiations. One was on Feb- ruary 10 for football and basketball lettermen, as well as boys who had previously lettered in tennis, golf, and wrestling. Another will be held in the spring for track, tennis, and wrestling lettermen. The club members expect to hold their annual banquet at the end of the year. Officers: Keith Noland, Treasurer, Don Dra- per, Secretary; Gary Mount, President; Alan Harris, Vice President; George Caley, Sergeant at Arms. MATH KM AT ICS S )( I F.TY ROW ONE. IS.FT TO RIGHT: ). Robbins, Treasurer; B. Padgett, Secretary; G. Martin. Vice-President; P. Haley. President. ROW TWO: J. Slaughter, J. Mayer. P. Whit- siit, I). Driver. R. Berglund. ROW THREE: F. Brown. T. Warren, C. Berglund. B. Rector. ROW FOUR: C. Gol- breck, B. Livingston, E. Walton, ). Oliver. Mr. Winfiel and Mr. Sullins. sponsors, standing. Ruskin Broadens Interests With The Formation Of Two New Clubs Meeting under the sponsorship of Mr. Winfiel, twenty students united to form the Mathematics Society, a new organization at RHS. Membership was limited to sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have credit for Algebra II or were enrolled in the course. Speakers, films, and student re- ports were presented at the meetings. To raise money for the club’s activities, a book fair, of math and science books, was held. Ruskin f urther broadened the scope of extra- curricular clubs to include the Photography Club. Under the sponsorship of Mr. Hughes, the six charter members, plan to have complete dark- room facilities for the use of the members. T he purpose of the organization is to stimulate in- terest in photography and give amateur photog- raphers an opportunity to increase their know- ledge and skill. PHOTOGRAPHY CL.L'B Isft to right, Kd Walton, Vice-President; Gerald Doelling, President; and Charles Fields, members of the Photography Club, demonstrate the use of an enlarger. Other club members that are not pictured include Barry Klee, Jerry Coleman, Secretary-Trea- surer, and Wayne While. Unda Roper and Nicki Millard wrap gifts for the Christmas family. Students showed their Christmas spirit. Our sponsor. Mrs. Wright, is always willing and eager to explain or help members to plan their medical arts careers. SEATED, LEFT TO RIGHT: N. Millard. Treasurer; M. Uingtord. Vice President; B. Hailey. Presi- dent; S. Richmond, Historian; J. Meyers, Secretary. ROW ONE: Mrs. Wright. Sponsor; J. Capps. M. Reidlinger, L. Tuttle, J. Ringo, L. Boyles, K. (iollahon, I. Bass, P. Halstead. ROW TWO: B. Cochrane, D. Moran, L. lister, I.. Roper, E. Anderson. D. New. M. Coleman, A. Gorden. ROW THREE: M. Reichel, C. Burke, L. Quick. B. Atkinson, J. Reed, J. W'hite, J. Rosloff. 32 Future Medics Share A Common Interest I he Ruskin Medical Careers Club moved eagerly into its second year. I his year the Club’s main project was the adoption of a family at Christmas time. Donations and money raised through candy sales provided food, clothes, toys, and Christmas ornaments for the family. The year was highlighted by field trips to Children’s Mercy Hospital and the Soviet medical exhibit. Guest speakers and films increased the members’ knowledge of the various branches of medicine. Alertness is a key in medicine. Members board the bus for the trip to Mercy Hospital. Officers are installed in an impressive candle ceremony. 33 Honor Society And Quill And Scroll ROW ONE, l£FT TO RIGHT: J. Smith, L. Tuttle, G. Fields, K. Dorns, A. Coleman, J. Stocker. B. White. M. Harvey. T. Husby, P. Whitsitt. S. Sorensen, S. Curtice, N. Svanda, P. McKinnie, B. Padgett, Mrs. Charles Maupin. sponsor. ROW TWO: Mrs. May, sponsor, C. Michael, D. Gibson, B. Miller, B. Scroggins, J. Jones, V. Rogers, J. Boatwright. C. Arm- strong. D. Moran, M. Sparks, L. Granger, P. Boden, P. Haley. R. Berglund, C. Orlando. ROW THREE: G. MacElhaney, E. Cunningham, C. Webb, G. Eisenberger, S. Griffith, C. Free- man. G. Driver, P. Binegar, I.. Archer. G. Scott, T. Riley, G. Mount, C. Miller, 1). Driver. ROW FOUR: B. Grosshart, T. Peterson, J. Gullickson, L. Lamb, J. DePalma, K. Carpino, C. Perrin, B. Livingston, C. Berlund, G. Martin, ). Vogler. E. Verbelyli. C. Beach, R. Miller. B. Hailey. ROW FIVE: J. End- ler, T. Casliglia, S. Rose, M. Wright. K. Gallahon. S. kemp- inger, K. Simms, D. Jones, J. Perry, D. Anschutz, L. King, D. Fortune, N. Falor. J. Bost. ROW SIX: E. Anderson, S. Payne, S. Calvert, J. Evans, C. Smith, T. Fuchslocher, M. McCahon, L. Quick, J. Klimek.T. Ellis, ). Eager, S. Grosshart, B. Lyon, B. knitter. ROW SEVEN: k. English. M. Drennen, M. Harmon, C. Varner, M. Florea, G. Mollenhour, J. Moore, L. Jacobson, B. Gowlcr, L. Cooper, F. Gore, P. Dossett, C. Burke, J. Jenson, L. Hinds. ROW EIGHT: S. Ziarko. M. Ho- ran, D. Broyles. C. Hopkins, A. Gordon, D. Hart, S. Hcnny, D. Boden. C. Briggs. D. Havlic, M. Janner. B. kralise, k. Haynes, G. Parks, C. Golbrecht. ROW NINE: M. Wilson, A. Fulmer, R. Fischer. D. New. B. Stoll, P. Blakeler, C. Bennet, S. Joseph. S. Seymour, L. Warren, S. Rosloff, S. Williams. S. Kemp, G. Vasko. Recognize Outstanding Achievement ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: T. Fuchslocker, S. Sorensen, R. Riley, C. Miller, J. Smith, L. Granger, P. Boden. ROW TWO: T. Barnes, A. Coleman, D. Gibson, P. Whitsitt, C. Arm- strong, D. Moran, J. Vogler. ROW THREE: G. Fields. K. Dorns, R. Combs, B. Groshart, C. Hopkins, S. Walton, C. Anderson. National Honor Society members are selected for their display of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. Quill and Scroll is the international honorary society for high school journalists. It recognizes their scholastic stand- ing and their superior work in journalism or school publications. 35 Mirage Staff Experiences Heated Discussions, Hectic Hours, And Frantic Deadlines In Yearbook Production Above, Charles Hopkins, business manager, double-checks with Charles Fields, staff photographer, on a list of wrestling pictures he wants for his pages. Karen Dorns, senior editor, and Sandy Sorensen, art editor, de- monstrate the use of the picture-crop- per as they change their pages’ pictures to the desired sizes. Above, Mirage staff members spend many hours during the summer in planning sessions, as well as long hours at after-school meetings; here, plant representative, Mr. Matthews, furnishes new angles and ideas. At right. Kathy Carpino. Barbara Gross hart, and Connie Perrin, junior editor, discuss lay-out plans in early deadline preparation. Below. Linda l-amh. faculty editor, and Janice DePalma write receipts for lx ok payments, while Joe Vogler, sports editor, and Gary Williams, advertising manager, file brown payment envelopes for future reference and use. Vi Below. Gene Martin, circulation manager, and Kathy Cochrane, apply last-minute brain- storms to improve student council pages. Above, Carol Armstrong and Tinina Fuchs- locher busy themselves in identifying, stamping, classifying, and alphabetizing class pit lures, one of the staff's biggest annual projects. At right. Linda Granger and Janet Smith, co-editors, discuss the ladder plans and make important decisions about the 1965 Mirage with the val- uable aid and advice of Mrs. Skinner, sponsor. At far right. Mrs. Moore, former sponsor, and Cricket “baby-sit” at a meeting in Mrs. Skinner's absence. Below left. Gail Driver, organizations editor, and Sharon Griffith, sophomore editor, make use of the varied f acil- ities provided in the Mirage room closet. Genie Fields, freshman editor, prepares the copy which will later lx transferred to the pages on which she is working. Below, right, pencils and rulers go to work on copy forms as Lowell Swindler, Barbara Grosshart. and Donna Moran find the work piling up as a deadline draws near. � • Mirage SCHOLARSHIP Dale Driver Pennie Boden LEADERSHIP Ann Coleman Terry Riley The Mirage staff proudly presents the first annual Ruskin Who’s Who. These seniors have been chosen by a representative f aculty commit- tee as those students they felt have made Rus- kin a better school through their presence. The selection was made in two parts —first, six boys and six girls were chosen on general qualifica- tions: secondly, a girl and boy were chosen for each specific trait. Selections were based on such qualities as scholarship, leadership, citizenship, sportsmanship, courtesy and versatility. How- ever, the most important single asset considered was attitude —toward faculty and fellow stu- dents, in school and in the community. CITIZENSHIP Paul Hailey Linda Granger Presents Who’s Who SPORTSMANSHIP Don Draper Frances McCoy The category of Scholarship was based entirely upon class rank. Leadership was interpreted to mean the unself- ish giving of time and talents to Ruskin’s students and faculty. The possession of those characteristics which represented the ideal school citizen qualified a girl and a boy for the area of Citizenship. Those selected for Sports- manship were chosen for an attitude displayed in both winning and losing. Courtesy was exemplified in a respect for students and teachers in and out of class. Those students considered ideal students to have in class in regard to de- pendability, reliability and cooperation were classified under the heading of Versatility. The Mirage staff plan to continue this practice of honor- ing outstanding senior students each year. 39 COURTESY Charles Hopkins Joyce Siocker VERSATILITY Shirley Curtice Gary Mount Literary Editors of the Hi-Light examine copy, dum- mies and galleys before the paper is finally put to press. The editors are left to right, Pennie Boden, news editor, John Verburg, sports editor. Terry Riley, editor. Pam Whitsitt, feature editor, Frank Miller, news editor. Busy reporters type their copy hurriedly to meet a deadline. I erry and Mr. Wrisinger work on the final The rejxmers are Cheryl Anderson, Jan Edwards, Kathy copy for the Hi-Light at the printing com- Connelly. Robert Combs, pany. Talents Creative Staff members enjoy a few moments of quiet to examine the results of their efforts. 40 Explored In Writing Creative writing, an advanced English and jour- nalism class, is in its seventh year as a part of the Ruskin curriculum. Fifteen students under the guidance of Mr. Wrisinger, develop their talents in the fields of journalistic and creative writing. The main objective of the class is to produce the Ruskin Hi-Light, the school newspaper. Class members spend tedious hours gathering information, interviewing people, writing copy, and typing articles that are molded into the Hi- Light. Techniques in interviewing, writing leads, composing headlines, and figuring type are ac- quired through constant contact with the paper. Upon completion of each issue of the paper, the class members turn their attention to writing and studying creative works. Poems, Japanese haikus, short stories, and research papers are studied. 1 he creative writing class annually submits stu- dent written selections to Missouri Youth Writes Scho- lastic Magazine, and Missouri Interscholastic Press Association forjudging and publication. Mr. Wrisinger, fti-Ughl sponsor and creative writing teach- er. overlooks the progress of the paper. Hi-Ught staff members jot notes for their articles. The reporters are Dona Gibson, Ann Coleman, exchange editor, Terry Barnes, circulation editor. Genic Fields, photographer. Sue Walton. Terry Barnes interviews Mrs. Skinner to gain information for a commercial department article. Rendez- Vous Francais OFFICERS— SEATED: M. Goodman, Secretary; J. Ropchock. Vice-President; D. Roller. President; L. White, Treasurer; S. Joseph. Historian. ROW ONE: A. Olinger, P. Rogers, M. Hannon, J. Stewart, R. Fischer, S. Oliver, S. Omer, E. Gipson, Miss McCarty, Sponsor. ROW TWO: S. Williams, S. Soren- son,J. Peterson, S. Seymour, J. Stringer. C. Webb, J. Gamble, C. Bogar, L. Jacobson. ROW THREE: S. Sheeley, M. Rogers, N. White, M. Weeber, V. Rogers, E. Thompkins, P. Reichel, S. Brosnahan, K. Haynes, H. Rector, G. Gilstrap, M. Woodard. Rendez-Vous Francais became one of Ruskin’s most active clubs during the past year. Various activities were planned for the entire year to further member’s knowledge of France, the French people, and their language. Under the sponsorship of Miss Karen McCarty, Rendez-Vous Francais broke its tradition of formal installations. Instead, late in September, members took part in an informal initiation lasting a full day. During October, members of the club attended the comedy Tartuffe, by Moliere at the University Playhouse. In November, a local department store held a Festival de France, an exhibition on French life. Members viewed exhibits which included dis- plays of perfume, the latest Paris fashions, coin collections, and paintings by well known French artists. Rendez-Vous Francais also adopted an orphan through the Christian Children’s Fund. For one year the club sends money for the child’s support, and receives information concerning the orphan’s activities. Early in Spring, the French Club held an informal dance which w'as open to the student body. This climaxed a very successful year. 42 Absorbs French Culture At Macy’s French Festival. Miss McCarty and a club member view paintings by Picasso French Club members make Christmas decorations to sell to Finance their adopted child. ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Glenna Parks, Elaine Cunning- ham. Sharon Payne. Meredith Reichel. Linda Licata, Roberta Van Meter, Barbara Lyon, Barbara Krause. Susan Henny, Debbie Boden, Cheryl Killion, Mrs. E. Skaggs, Sponsor. ROW TWO: Judy Gamble. Cindy Webb. Richard Laswell, Pam Strada, Ed Thompkins. Carol Hart, Genie Fields. Cynthia Harper, Barbara Stoll. Sharon Seymour, Frances Brown, Pama Brandon. ROW THREE: Charolette Morrison, DeAnna Raupp, Sherry Herl, Karla Futvoye, JoAnn Zolnow- ski, Karen Haynes. Sharon Joseph, Kathy Carpino, Pennie Boden. Glenda Gilstrap. Loretta Terry, Marini Blakeley. Pat Blaketer, Peggy Dossett. ROW FOUR: Velora Rogers. Wayne Scott, Jim Taylor. Charles Miller. Robert Campo. Bruce Atkinson. Connie Perrin. Phil Reichel. Debbie Taylor. Cheryl Portman. Linda Roper. Gail Eisenburger. Future Teachers Become Acquainted SEATED, LEFT TO RIGHT: Cindy Freeman, Historian; Joyce Stocker. Business Secretary; Joan Boatwright, Vice-President; Janet Smith, President; Janice DePalma, Recording Secretary; Linda L mb, Treasurer. 44 The name of teacher is an honorable title which is earned by individuals who are truly dedicated to their profession. The desire to become a teacher is just a small portion of the necessary requirements. Friendliness, knowledge, helpfulness coupled with desire are necessary assets for a future teacher. Ruskin’s F.T.A. represents those students who want to venture into the ever-challenging field of Joyce confers with Mr. White before assuming her position education. Through actual teaching experiences, as open house guide, guest speakers, and panel discussions F.T.A. members learn about teaching. n ?� At right. F.T.A. guides direct puzzled parents during open house. With Coming Responsibilities Above, installation of officers and new members provides a formal atmosphere for oath-taking and candle lighting. Left, officers meet on staircase to discuss important steps in club's future. Future RGAA member endures the trials of initiation. RGAA Executive Board-flOW ONE. LEFT TO RIGHT: J. Francis. Treasurer; B. White. Recording Secretary; A. Coleman, President; J. Osborn, Vice-President; M. Hurel- brink. Corresponding Secretary. ROW TWO: L. Hall, B. Stone, Sophomore Representatives; B. Fisk. M. McCahon. Senior Representatives; C. Duple, M. Miller, junior Rep- resentatives; Mrs. France, Sponsor. RGAA Promotes Girls' Physical Fitness An atmosphere of fun and fellowship is provided by the Ruskin Girls Athletic Association. Enabling members to learn good sportsmanship and sports skills, the club is one of Ruskin’s most active organ- izations. Over 200 girls, sophomores, juniors, and seniors, participate in volleyball and basketball throughout the year. The RGAA initiation, a high-point of the school year, is often embarrassing for the f uture members. Required dress for the occasion consists of 13 pig- tails, a sliced onion worn around the neck, clashing colored clothes, and rolled down hose. The follow- ing day, dress-up day, the girls compensate for the preceding day’s unattractiveness by dressing in their best clothes. The Sweetheart Dance, an annual RGAA func- tion, was held on February 20 this year. Only club members and their dates may attend the dance. ROW ONE. LEFT TO RIGHT: A. Coleman, B. Strain. L. Wohl- berg, B. Dorman. P. Whitsitt, S. Curtice. B. White, B. Fisk, N. Svanda. P. McKinnie, K. Hedrick, L. Wright, K. Noland. ROW TWO: J. Gablu-it. I . Tuttle. C. Hart. (.. Dugan, C. Campbell. G. Baker. S. Da volt, I). Debus, Y. Roll. T. Ulsh. ROW THREE: F. McCoy, M. Reichal, M. McCahon, S. Miller. Z. Curtice, D. Davenport, A. Leavens, D. Storms. S. Pruitt, M. Hannon. D. Carter. D. Costello, P. Heinz, J. Raining. ROW FOUR: S. Yarbough, P. Cady, L. Granger, M. Misen- helter. H. Gipson, J. Hedges. R. Hill, P. Hanner, S. Bray, B. Gliem. J. Jones, L. Darrah, B. Sellars, K. Wolff. 46 LEFT TO RIGHT, ROW ONE: S. Carnes. H. Miller. S. Rich- mond, J. Edwards, M. Hurelbrink, S. Nash, I). White, I . Van Dyke. P. Miller. K. Hannon, D. Adams. B. Christopherson, L. Gipson. R. McClain. J. Gamble, P. Rogers. ROW TWO: I.. While. ). Osborn, J. Francis, C. Bussell. B. Davidson, B. Shrader. J. Zolnowski, P. Wilson, S. Scott, J. Deutch, C. Ol- iver, C. Portman, P. Knoy, L. Cooper. L. Smoot. S. McGrath, K. McHenry. ROW THREE: G. Eisenberg, S. Griffith. C. Freeman, C. Duple. G. Driver. C. Richardson. B. (diem. S. Orner. M. Wilson. C. Orlando. B. Morelia, J. Riley. I. I ag- gart, M. Holdeman, E. Hall. ROW FOUR: K. Cochrane. M. McCoy. L.. Brown, L. McCleain. B. Butler. C. Ckirrell. D. SkolT, B. Moyer, L. Boyles, P. McFerrin, J. Petrie. S. Payne. J. Stringer, J. Gullickson. l£FT TO RIGHT, ROW ONE: B. Stone, T. Nave, M. Allen, ). Tucker, L. Falke. M. McCiee, L. Hall. C. Glenn, S. Calvert, J. Lecuruy, L. Lightfoot, D. Pennington. S. Smith. I. Atkins, K. Smith, P. Halstead. ROW TWO: P. Strada. K. Futvoye, R. Hayworth, N. Peoples. 1). Vaughn. P. Blacketer, C. Anderson, D. Lamb, R. Hannon, S. Seymore, J. Mayer. M. Wildon, R. Warner, S. Marshall. R. Putnam, C. Gobrccht. C. McFarland. ROW THREE: C. Correll, B. Gamble, C. Worth, S. Bvington. S. Rose, ). Endler, K. Bogar. N. Hughes. K. Haynes. F. West- moreland. C. Lightner, C. Stover, C. Hildebrant. D. raggart. ). Fimple, L. Johnson. ROW FOUR M. Cunningham. T. Wil- son, T. Hombs, P. Owens, J. Darnell. S. Register. J. l.undeen, L. (xmroy. D. Havlic, J. Cxxik. B. Knitter. S. Rosloff. ]. Bost. J. Payne, J. Gagliano, J. Seek. D. Rough. 47 QUEEN Bev Fisk Senior Cindy Correll Sophomore Pidge Rogers unior Sweetheart Royalty: Cindy Correll. Sophomore Princess Mike Bradley: Francis McCoy, Senior Princess escorted by escorted by Dick Hudson; Pidge Rogers, Junior Princess, Bob YVhitsitl. escorted by Steve Saitta. Sweetheart Bev Fisk, escorted by Beauty Radiates A Heavenly Daze Dancing in a Heavenly Daze to music provided by David ansandt s Orchestra, the Ruskin Girl's Athletic Association enjoyed their annual Sweetheart Dance. The highlight of the star-studded evening was the crowning of Sweetheart Bev Fisk and her court. I his dance is one of the largest of the year and attended only by those belonging to this organization. Mr. Steck presents Sweetheart Bev a bou- quet of one dozen red roses. The dancers delighted in their ce- lestial surroundings of pink and purple. Paul Haley prepares to report to the club on protozoa. In its fourth year the Science Club has gathered interest by a varied program. The members participate in field trips, films, guest lectures, and reports by some of the members themselves. Sponsored by Mr. Maupin and Mr. Ray, the club strives to create a wider interest in science and to furthur develop the ability of science students. The requirements for joining the club are to have Incredible! It's one of those Infusorial Animalcules! The Science Club completed one year of Science, or to be presently enrolled in science. Members are able to grasp additional concepts of the various phases of sci- ence outside of the classroom. This organization of fers an excellent program to Ruskin’s scientific- minded students who enjoy digging deeper into the realms of science. 50 SEATED, IJZFT TO RIGHT: G. Martin. V. Pres.: D. Driver. Pres.; B. Padgett; Sec.; C. Beach. Treas. STANDING. ROW ONE: J. Vcrbelyi. R. Davis, R. Hcnnigh, R. Brammer. D. Knight, L. Johnson, R. (’.ochrane, D. l.akey, R. Dean, B. Krause. ROW TWO: B. Lyon, M. Harvey, G. Duelling, F. Damon, B. Hailey. G. Smith. I). New, E. Tompkins, I.. Pulos. C. Hackett. A. Coleman, Mr. Ray, sponsor. ROW THREE: Mr. Maupin, sponsor: R. Berglund. R. Maloney, I). Jones, E. Vcrbelyi, P. Haley, B. Atkinson, C. Berglund, J. Valenti, M. Florea. I). Broyles. Makes Progress Dale Driver conducts business at a regular meeting. 51 Ruskinites Enjoy The Talents Of The Shaylons helped to provide the modern musical entertainment for the upperclassmen assembly. 52 Fellow Students A bleacher view of Ruskin students shows them enjoying the underclass assembly. Some of this year’s most memorable moments at Ruskin occurred in the gym as the student body viewed the school assemblies. From the roar of school spirit at the pep rallies to the quiet solemnness of the Thanksgiving and Christmas pro- grams, these presentations highlighted the school year. The upper- and underclass assemblies always provided surprises. The quiet girl in science class suddenly became a “real swinging singer.” Pep assemblies, like the one depicting the Pep Club’s ver- sion of a football team’s chalk talk, made coaches grin, students giggle, and foot- ball players laugh. To facilitate the seating of over 1700 students, all assemblies, with the excep- tion of pep assemblies, were presented on a split schedule again this year. Aided by an outstanding stage crew. Miss Jean Scott, speech and dramatics teacher, di- rected the assemblies. during a pep assembly. Accompanied by RHS exchange student, upperclass girls sing Michael, Row the Boat Ashore. Several members of the RHS Pep Club, acting like members of the Truman Patriots' team, demonstrate their favorite game-winning play. “Drill Ye Tarriers. Drill rang out through the auditorium as this trio sang in the under- class assembly. 53 Service is Key For Ushers SEATED. II.FT TO RIGHT: Candy Newsom. La Dene Penny, Susan Carnes. Kathy Cross. Carol Michael. STANDING: Jim Tosh, David Stotlar, Don Biven. Oklahoma ushers dress festively. Sponsored by the Thespian Players, the Ushers Society offers outstanding service at all formal activities held in the school auditorium. The work of this group represents hours of service at Ruskin. As part of the activities of The Thespians, the members of this group serve at all public programs in the capacity of ticket sellers and program ushers. Throughout the year the Ushers Society is of service to almost every organiza- on in the school. Ruskin would be lacking without their courtesy and co-operation. 54 Debate Squad Takes Place Among Winners Ruskin’s Debate Squad has had a very success- ful year. Squad members attended eight tourna- ments first semester and won six trophies. Spencer Miller and Bill Johansen, the squad’s championship team, won second place at the North Kansas City tournament. Helen Mayhugh and Vicki McMahon, a novice team, won first place at the Marshall tournament. second place at William Chrisman, second at Fort Osage, fourth at Platte City, and received a plaque for being undefeated at Ruskin’s novice tournament. I he squad has a workshop every Tuesday after school and a general business meeting each Wednesday. Tournaments are on Saturdays and sometimes include Friday. 55 SEATED. LEFT TO RIGHT: Mrs. McDonald. Sponsor; Connie Allard. Secretary; Bill Johansen, Vice President; Spencer Miller, President; Vicki McMahon. Novice Chairman. STAS DING: Carl Heckadon. Gary McMahan. Mike Pascoe. David Broyles. Harry Ingles. Janice Wells. Debbie Mellicker, Lot inda Pennington, Arnold Gordon, Carol Lombardino. SEATED, LEFT TO RIGHT: S. Miller, Treas.: D. Biven, Pres., Miss Scott, sponsor; L. Carvell, L. Penny, B. Gibson. C. Correll, K. Cross, V. Pres.; C. Michael. Sec. ROW ONE: D. Rough, S. V. McMahon. M. Wells, R. Miller. S. Brasnahan, M. Davis, Carnes W Hendrix, B. Fisher, C. Newsom. E. Hall, C. K. Warlord. D. Taylor, A. Moreland. ROW THREE: ]. Deusch, Kotsifa’kis, C. Lancaster. D. Taggert. S. Byington, K. Beach. L. McClain. C. Hittle. B. Franklin. M. Fordemwalt. M. R Parketon C. Orlando. B. Floyd, S. Grosshart. ROW TWO: Cooper, D. Stotlar, J. Tosh, L. Zetmier, J. Petrie. S. Hume. Thespians Explore World Of Theatre Probably the most active organization at Ruskin is the Thespians, better known as the Drama Club. However, Thespians is more than just a “club.” It is an extension of the Speech Arts Department, a service organization that strives to acquaint the community with the speech arts and theatre arts. Since its beginning in 1957, the Drama Club has made it possible for the Speech Arts Department to broaden its scope of activities. In 1957, the only activity of the Speech Arts Department was to attend District Contest. This year, however, under the sponsorship of Miss Jean Scott, the club has made it possible for students from the depart- ment to attend three contests and five tourna- ments as well as present such productions as Drama Night, Children’s Theatre, the elemen- tary school plays, and the junior high school programs. The club has also held a rummage sale, a coffee to better acquaint the parents of members with the activities of the organization and the department, and it’s annual awards dinner where recognition is given to outstanding speech and dramatics students. In all of their many activities, the Thespians live up to their mot- to: “Whatever I do, I will do with enthusiasm!” These pages sponsored by THE THESPIANS 56 Illustrating the service principle of Thes- pians, Kathy Cross, vice-president, offers refreshments to pledges at formal initiation. ‘This is the way we do it in Drama Club,” asserts Don Biven, president of the organization. It’s easier playing to a wall than to a live audience. Judy Capps, “thing”, is made to “sound-off’ by by Thespians David Stotlar and Cheryl Lancaster. Fred Johnson, playing the part of an inebri- ated derelict, docs an exercise in expression and pantomime. Donna Forbis gives last minute instructions to the cast of the Dramatics 11 play she directed. If You Cant Take It On The Chin, Don’t Get In.” Acting in costume is a new experience for F.dith Wilson and Doug Booth as they perform a scene from “Impromptu.” Dr. I). Nugent, head of the Theatre Department of the Metropolitan Junior College, captivates four girls in a Dramatics 11 class. 58 Everyone Rets involved in dramatics —even Rudolph! These pages sponsored by THE THESPIANS Members of the speech arts team rejoice after winning the sweep- stakes at the Raytown Tournament. Vicki Sanstra and Steve Davis gather information for Dramatics I reports. v 1 M: N Johnny Car acci, Linda McClain, Dan Rhodes, Fred Johnson and Kay Warlord do a class exer- cise in impromptu dialogue. P Cheryl I mcaster. Kay Warlord. Linda McClain, and Jeanne Petrie cooperate on their panel discussion dealing with the history of costuming. A good speech is one which commands the attention of the entire audience. Kathy Cross and Don Biven present a scene from High Tor which received excellent ratings at contest. “Whatever I Do, I Will Do With Enthusiasm ” Ann Moreland and Linda L Velle prepared to serve at the Thes- pian Formal Coffee as the first guests arrived. Miss Mamie Frink, a theatre major at K.U. and the 1964 American Royal Queen, spoke to the Thespians about her theatre tour through Europe, the Orient and be- hind the Iron Cur- tain. 61 Cast members of the contest play. ‘‘Anti- gone . spent every spare minute studying lines. Costuming was a major job for the Children’s Theatre production of The Emperor’s Nightin- gale . Larry Potts is fitted lor his kimono while Don Biven and Dan Rhodes look on. Mr. Steck spent much time scheduling the many speech arts activities. Dancers for Oklahoma pose on the tennis court where they did their rehearsing in the open air. Oklahoma! Friday, November 20, the curtain opened on one of the finest shows ever produced at Ruskin. It was the finished product of many weeks of hard work, not only by the cast, but also by the stage crews and many different committees. The two night performances drew a total of 1,800 people. Under the technical direction of Miss Jean Scott, the vocal supervision of Mr. Fred Tarry, and the instrumental direction of Mr. Robert Scott, the musical progressed through 7 weeks of rehearsal and preparation. The loyalty of these students shows the spirit characteristic of this department. Jack Simms demonstrates the spirit of Oklahoma in a backstage showdown. Hard-working crew members kept up a steady pace building, assembling, and painting scenery until minutes before curtain lime. Potts and a pan plus Dana Hill and Jack Simms resulted in the removal of the sideburns that accented their roles in Oklahoma. 62 Dennis Swearngin por- traying the role of Will Parker, prepares to dem- onstrate the Ragtime. by Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein. II based on Lynn Riggs’ Green Grow the Lilacs” Rights for production through the law office of Howard Reinheimer of New York City I .a Dene Penny sets an example for the dancers as the choreographer. Laurey......... Curley......... Aunt Eller .... ]ud Fry........ Ado Annie Carnes Will Parker.... Ali Hakim...... Gertie Cummings . Andrew Carnes . . Ike Skidmore . . . . Slim........... Cord Elam...... . . . Barbara Stone ......Larry Potts ......Gail Baker . ... Mike Cooper . Carol Kotsifakis Dennis Swearngin ... Terrence Riley . . Vicki McMahon ......Jerry Jones .... Bob Whitsitt .... Doug Sparks ......Bob Terry Barbara Stone and l.arry Potts, portray the leading roles, displaying their singing and acting ability. Prospective cast members read from Oklahoma play books during tryouts. The orchestra, made up of selected band members, follows Mr. Robert Scott. SEATED: R. Beckham, Pres.; R. Arthurs, v. pres.; R. Woodard, pari.; L. Pierce, treas. ROW ONE: M. Grinbcrg, J. Myers. T. Peterson. R. Ropchok, D. Willard. B. Livingston. Mr. Amick. sponsor. ROW TWO: S. Halula, J. Bardo. Junior Classical League 64 The Ruskin chapter of the Junior Classical League, sponsored by Mr. Amick, has continued to maintain its fine member participation in the club’s activities. This year, the Latin Club has included among its activities numerous films tapes, and field trips. SEATED, LEFT TO RIGHT:V, Miller, L. Lester, J. Bryan, N. Millard. C. Higginbotham, Miss Abarr. STANDING: J. Tosh, E. Bass. Library Club Ruskin’s Library Club, sponsored again by Miss Abarr, has included in their activities three field trips, numerous reports, and a study on book processing. The Truman, Independence and Kansas City libraries were visited to give the members an insight as to how large libraries are operated. Reports, along with the study of book processing, gave RHALS members an idea how books are printed and distributed. Socially, RHALS sponsored a Christmas party, which was a complete success. 65 ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: D. Adams. I). Henry. C. Milum. I). Forbis. L. Li catta, L. Buckman. ROW TWO: M. Littlefield, S. Hyson. M. Sparks. K. Hedrick, L. Marsh, A. Moreland. S. Timmons. ROW THREE: J. O’Ban non, I . Van Dyke. M. Andries, N. Svanda. C. Orlando. B. Miller. ROW FOUR: I . Zuroweste, L. Boyles. B. Scroggins. C. kotsifakis. K. Wolff, J. Jones. ROW FIVE: V. Buchanan. J. Deusch. C. Campbell. L. Zetmier, K. Cross, P. Whitsitt. ROW SIX: G. Baker, B. Gibson, A. Coleman, M. Holdeman, J. Osborne, S. Curtice. ROW SEVEN: C. Michael. B. Mackav. C. Schroeder. M. Blake- ly. M. Frounfeltcr, M. Wells. ROW EIGHT R. Webb. R. Har- mon. S. Densmore, B. Keller, B. Hailey. R. Jones. ROW XI V 1) Spai ks. (. F.lliott. I Bolts. 11 Bee klc . R Luton. D. Hill. ROW TEX M l ngford. B Helbling, ( Miller, | Verburg, B. Rise man. B. Whitsitt, D. Swearngin. ROW ELEVEN: I). Fromhold, J. White, L. Light foot. K. Schultz. 1 (•rabam. 1) Parks row TWEU E B. Fletcher, I Husby, T. Bayles. L.. Quick, G. Gibson, C. Floyd, G. Schell. Voices Mingle CHOIR OFFICERS: Pam Whitsitt. Secretary; Marilyn Sparks. Librarian; Tim Husby, V. Pres.; Bob Whitsitt, Pres. As the choir sings, Christmas music echoes through the halls contributing to the holiday atmosphere. ROW ONE. LEFT TO RIGHT: M. Littlefield, J. OBannon, B. Stone. J. (iambic. I). Adams. C. Michael, S. Littlefield, (i. Parks. V. Buchanon. I). Boden, C. Glenn, P. Zuroweste, S. Byington, B. Lyon. ROW TWO: G. Milum, C. Campbell, J. Francis. I). Henry, C. Faron, B. Scroggins, C. Webb. B. Padgett, J. Deusch, K. Hedrick, E. Cunningham. M. Sparks. P. Dossctt. S. Scott. N. Svanda, G. Baker. ROW THREE: B. Krause. C. Goings. M. Holdeman, C. Orlando, L. Zetmier. M. Frounfelter. J. Jones, M. Wells, P. VVbitsitt. B. Miller. A. Moreland. L. Buckman, K. Cross, C. Kotsifakis, L. Hughes. A. Coleman. In Perfect Harmony As the underclassmen chorus and the audi- ence look on. the girl's glee club bursts into song. Harmony disrupted as choir members pre- pare f or a concert. ROW ONE. LEFT TO RIGHT: K. Smith. J. Cubine, 1). David- son, I). Sparks, B. Bell, M. I tngfbrd. B. Hclbling, S. Halula. B. Kennedy. ROW TWO: R. Harmon. B. Hailey, S. Caller, S. Densmore, L. Potts, L. ijghtfoot, I . Husby, R. Sayles, M. F.lliott, J. White, D. Anschutz, D. Fromhold. B. Fletcher. ROW THREE: B. Powell. B. Keller, D. Howard, J. Verburg, H. Beck ley, R. Luton, B. Klee. L. Quick, C. Miller. |. Buss, R. Jones. B. Showaller. P. Cleary. ROW FOUR: T. Bayless. B. Hailey. C. Gibson, B. Whitsitt, I). Hill. C. Floyd. J. Schell. D. Swearngin, D. Parks. R. Hybarger. R. Graham. M. Scott. B. Atkinson, T. Edwards, K. Schultz, D. Rosen. i.. MIXED DOUBLE QUARTET B ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT M Andriis. 1 Zurowesie. P. Whitsitt. ROW TWO: B. Helbing, D. Swearngin, L. Buck man, K. Schultz, S. Dens- more. GIRLS’ SEXTET B: ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: L. licata, P. Van Dyke. ROW TWO: J. Deusch, K. Hedrick. ROW THREE: S. Curtice, A. Cornelius. Mr. Tarry welcomes the audience of one of the choir’s many vesper presentations. Vocalists Hit Ruskin's vocally talented students proved ver- satile in a busy season of concerts and other per- formances and pleased the audiences with their musical capability. The various ensembles, di- rected by Mr. Tarry, competed at both district and state contests. Their diligent hours of prac- tice kept the choir room “humming” and paid off in top ratings. Just a few of these groups are represented here, but all of them deserve recognition for their hard work and fine pre- sentations. Among its many activities the choir presented two formal concerts, The Vespers Service and a Spring Concert, which were both very successful. GIRLS’ QUARTET B: ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: C. Schroeder. C. Orlando. N. Svanda. L. Marsh. 68 GIRLS’ QUARTET A LEFT TO RIGHT: A. Coleman, M. Wells, M. Sparks. L. Boyles. A High Note Could this be “Sing Along With Fred?” or is Mr. Tarry striving to be a nonconformist by being the only teacher at Ruskin who encourages students to open their mouths? THE MADRIGAL ROW ONE. LEFT TO RIGHT: R. Webb. P. Zurowestc ROW TWO: D. Henrv. J. White. ROW THREE: T. Husby, B. Mackay. ROW FOUR: K. Cross. L. Potts. ROW FIVE: J. Vcrberg, L. Buckman. ROW SIX: B. Miller, B. Whitsitt. ROW SEVEN: I). Parks. A. Moreland. ROW EIGHT M. Fraunfelter. I). Swearngin. CIRCS’ SEXTET A ROW ONE. LEFT TO RIGHT: C. Michaels. M. Littlefield, I). Adams. ROW TWO: G. Milum. S. Hyson. B. Miller. MIXED QUARTET A l£FT TO RIGHT: B Whitsitt. P. Whitsitt. M. Andries, L. Potts. The Esthetics Club Art For ROW ONE, LEFT TO RIGHT: D. Kruger. Secretary. S. Soren- Briggs. D. Lackey. Miss De Field. ROW THREE: N. Mann, son. Treasurer; B. Grosshart. President; L. Schumaker, Vice- R. Reynolds. J. Dickey. R. Vincent. J. Valenti, J. Ralls, S. President; K. English. Historian. ROW TWO: Mrs. Lewis. Grosshart, J. Floyd. J. Morgan, L. Fossey, J. Williams, P. McKinnie, J. Crump, C. 70 Broadens The Field Of Interested Students The Esthetics Club provides art after school hours by having sketch trips, tours, art fairs, and guest speakers. In the past years the Esthetics Club has created several murals displayed in the school. To become a member one must submit a picture which is judged by the sponsors and officers. If one is accepted he has to go through the initiation. Mem- bers being initiated must wear painted smocks. The initiates draw pictures while blind-folded and wear them on the back of their smock. Each member agrees that the Esthetics Club is a worth while club to join if one is interested in art and all the fun that goes with it. Art Club Sale; What would Picasso have here? The Rock of Gibraltar . . . 71 Perfection Through Hours of practice is required for perfection. Which way did he say we’ll go. They went that-a-way. The Golden Eagle Concert Band The Golden Fagle Marching Band. Practice Brings Rewards Practice, practice, and more practice is the key word heard around the buzzing center known as the band room. Always alive with activity, this room is the base of operations for the Golden Fagle Band. They are known both state and nation-wide for their precision Field formations and con- cert ability. All of the band members sacri- fice many hours devoted to perfection of all aspects of music. The Golden F.agle Marching Band presents complicated man- euvers and formations during football games, in addition to marching in various parades throughout the year. The band is equally outstanding during concert season, and has won top honors every year in con- test. This energetic organization is one of the busiest in the school, and under the guiding hand of Mr. Robert Scott, they practice for perfection. Band members utilize storage room. 73 Sandra Hangley steps high as she poses in full uniform. Nexl year we’re going to use these. Square dancers join the band at a halftime performance. Band members reload after the American Royal Parade. Band Members Last minute preparations make the band room a confusing sight. 74 The music goes ‘round and ‘round and comes out where. Mike? Terry F.dwards and John Morton discuss for- mations for the next game. Barbara Padgett practices on her baritone for contest. Mr. Scott is a study of con- centration. Exhibit Versatility Ready for action, the Kagles await their signals. 75 SEATED, IJZFT TO RIGHT: Anita Dillon. Farlimentarian. Peggy Binegar. Music Chairman. Mary Ellen McKay. Histor- ian. Gloria Scott. Vice-President, Unda LaCata, President. I-inda Archer, Treasurer, Roberta Van Meter, Secretary, Mary Nel McGee. Projects Chairman. Linda Collins, Recrea- tion Chairman.ROW TWO: Miss Stillcy,Janet Fimpie,Carolyn Glen, Flo Westmorland, Bonnie Knitter, Martha Zook, Donna Havlic. ?01V THREE: Terry Nave, Pat Dello Russo. Lynda Hart, Paula Finley,Glenda Heckert, Wilma Igo, DianeTaggart, Linda Herrill. ROW FOUR: Linda Howell, Carol Wilson, Cynthia Varner, Sandy Milum, Sharon Hughes, Linda I ambros, Joan Dozier, Sally Eiman, Suzanne Gortney. ROW FIVE: Lx is Stein man, Helen Gorr, Janice Lundeen. Mary Birch, Brenda Hicken, Anita Ftsenhouscr. Christine Shafer, Janice Wells, Jackie Kibler. Ix renda Pennington, Janet Hall, Terry Thacker. Future Homemakers Plan Nutritional value of mile and cookies is recognized by Future Homemakers. 76 F.H.A. members arc engrossed in the subject at hand. F.H.A. gives its members valuable experi- ence in the various and sundry tasks that fill a woman’s life. Studying everything from fashion shows and weddings to baby and child development Future Homemakers prepare themselves for coming challenges. Linda presides over a regular meeting. For Creative Lives Ahead New members examine the F.H.A. Seal. 77 EI Circulo Espanol ROW ONE: Tim Husby, Treasurer: Kathy Atkinson, Vice President; Joan Boarwright, President; Glenna Parks. Secretary; Bob Cochrane, Social Chairman. ROW TWO: Richard I aswell, Kathy Boarwright, Sondra Sum- mers, Tinina Fuchslocher, Barbara Lyons, Paula Duple, Lynn Warren. ROW THREE: Mrs. Dowell. Bonnie Mil- ler. Rodney Miller. Kay Warford, Cheryl Duple. Estella Hall. Barbara Krause. ROW TOUR: l ed Dahl. Bob Neff, John Verburg. Bill Wilson, Bruce Atkinson, Paul Haley, l.arry King. Spin the Ixmle with a Spanish twist! Supplements Classroom Study El Circulo Espanol seeks to acquaint Span- ish students with the background and way of life of the Spanish speaking people of the world. Through films, correspondence, and personal contact with Tinina, Ruskin’s foreign exchange student from Chile, the members learn of the culture which pro- duced the language they chose to study. Members put classroom study to work and converse cn Espanol at Spanish Club meetings. Eaglet cheerleaders must also be acrobats. Freshman Pep Club Cheers Eaglets On UJi to right: Cheerleaders: liana Tompson, Jan Stocker, Carol Hombs. Gay Steiner, Cindy Bohall, Donna Whitney. Officers: Second Row: Debbie Mosby. Rita Morran, Ruthann Rope hock, I resident, Debbie fish; Secretary, Cora Biggerstalf; Trea-Jackie Jenkins, Paula Duple, Donna Smith, Tony Baker, Joyce surer, Gloria Roach; Checkers: Debbie Babylon. Donna Jeffers, Martha Huckett, Joyce Libby. Third Row: Margo Crenshaw, hirst Row: Candy Eagleson, Rita Drennon, Mar- Rogers, Nancy White, Dorothy Welborn, Merlena Waisner, garet Cook, Janie McConnell, Jan Gaulster, Linda Billings, Pamela Deutch, Janice Yedynak, Susan Moffett, Karen Long, Maria Rojas, Unda Hart, Sandy W'inders, Vicky Ehman. Connie King. Kneeling: Sue Calvert, Jackie Evans. Kay Kinsey. Standing: Sandra Summers, Cindy Correll, Kathy Boatwright. Junior Varsity Cheerleaders Display Spirit The Junior Varsity Cheerleaders, headed by Sandra Summers, lead the Pep Club and specta- tors at the B Team games. These girls help boost the enthusiasm and great spirit of the audience and team. This summer they attended a cheerleading camp at Marshall, Missouri for one week. As a result of their efforts, they brought home the Grand Champs Award from the camp. Later in the summer they kept pace with the latest techniques by attending a cheerleading clinic- held in Kansas City. Here they concentrated on new cheers. All this and games, too, helps them prepare for the chance to become a Varsity Cheerleader. It takes much practice to attain precision timing in Cheerleading. Acrobatic stunts require timing and balance. Much preparation is spent in planning the intricate move- ments of a cheer. Varsity Squad The 1964-65 varsity cheerleaders of Ruskin, headed by Shirley Curtice and backed by the Ruskin Pep Club, cheered our football, basketball and track teams to victory. Besides yelling cheers of encouragement to our teams, they lead the student body in pep rallies and pep assemblies. Their enthusiasm and pep through out the school year set an example of school spirit for the rest of the stu- dent body. I jet’s give a cheer for the varsity squad! Cheerleading requires a combination of accurate movement and precision formations. IJZFT TO RIGHT: Barbara Gibson, Jo Gamble, Libby Boyles, Heidi Miller, Pidge Rodgers, and .Shirley Curtice. Inspires Spirit The cheerleading display in the main show case featured trophies and pictures of our cheerleaders. This summer our cheerleaders participated in a National Cheer- leading Camp at Arkansas State Col- lege in Jonesboro, Arkansas. In a competitive contest of five hundred girls, they were awarded first place. Much practice and unending energy make these girls one of the best squads in the state. pft nnonnoi YVf) o o T h-o ti m v , [it !$• le!.v 5ar71 Ruskin Pepsters And The Ruskin Varsity Pep Club started the year with over 200 members and two new sponsors. Miss Kenne- dy and Miss Beldon. The club has been going strong sponsoring annual events such as the coke party with Lee’s Summit’s Pep Club which was held here, help- ing with Homecoming cele- bration and pep assemblies. A , . t Boost Spirits Rambunctious Ruskin boy’s pep club rouses spirit for an assembly. Miss Beldon oversees the selling of Ruskin buttons. Scores This year they also began a new practice of choosing at regular intervals outstanding pep club members from each class to be honored as Lady E. The sale of Ruskin buttons was extremely profitable to the pep club and gave the stu- dents a new way to show their school spirit. OFFICERS: Janice DePalma, Treasurer; Pam McKinnie, Vice-president; Bonnie Mac Kay, President; Frankie McCoy, Secretary. Eyes are glued on the game as tension mounts. Silence at a business meeting is contrary to the pep club’s usual ebullient nature. Pep club sections overflow with people and spirit at games. A THLETICS Left to right. Row One: Keith Gregory, George Caley, Alan Harris, Larry Wiseman, Terry Riley, Ralph Berglund, Keith Noland. Roy Jenkins, Bob Coffman, Buddy Hinds, Rick Perdue, Gary Galstcr, Ron Hampton, Dick Dickinson. Row Two: Mike Cooper, Art Miller, Larry Dungan, Jim Perry, Rick Dayoub, Joe Badali. Bob Riseman, Bill McMillin, Don Fromhold, Ron Miller, Bob Phillips. Row Three: Roger Clark, Jim Moore, John Beeson, Jim Suddarth, Jim Copple, Bill Kuechler, Chris Jackson, Bob Rakoski, Cleve Weber, Bill Snorgrass, Larry King. Row Four: Herb Berkley, Bob Dickinson, Dennis Ashford, Walter Carlton, Steve Svanda, l e Tompson, Steve Hutchinson, Jim Miller, Jeff Towns, Terry Young, David Caller. Coaches: Mr. Kelly, Mr. Boden- hamer, Mr. Hamann. Determined Eagles Finish Strong In Conference Ruskin’s Eagles combined a strong ground game, a goal-line stand, and a dash of passing to defeat Raytown South 12 to 6 in the opening game of the 1964-1965 football season. The fol- lowing Friday, Ruskin was edged by Grandview 6 to 0. This loss, however, represented one of the Eagles’ most determined efforts. Lee’s Sum- mit then smashed the Eagles 25 to 13 at Ruskin. The following Friday, the Raytown Bluejays edged the Eagles 25 to 20. This was the closest game of the year because in the last seconds of the fourth quarter. Buddy Hinds caught a pass but was tackled on Raytown’s 1 yard line. Ruskin’s Homecoming was celebrated with a 25 to 14 victory over Truman, but the following week North Kansas City used a dynamic defense to barrel by the Eagles 41 to 0. Ruskin took ad- vantage of a fumble to make a lone touchdown in a 7 to 0 victory over Rockhurst at the Hawk- lets’ Homecoming. Ruskin was beaten by Center the next week, 19 to 0, and again a week later by Chrisman, 27 to 12. However, the Eagles closed the season on a good note by defeating Park Hill 19 to 6 at Park Hill. This victory was a very pleasant surprise, because Park Hill had been rated 6th in the Kan- sas City Area. 89 Cooper, M.; Jr. Tackle Caley, G.; Sr. Tackle Bcrglund, R.; Sr Tackle Riseman, B.; Jr Tackle Galster, G.; Sr. Guard Jenkins, R.; Sr. McMillin. B.; Jr. Guard SuddartnT (.; Soph (•uard Hinds, B.; Sr Hal Back Riley, T., Sr. Center Beeson, J.; Soph Half Rack Freshman Football Ruskin’s Freshman football team opened the 1964-1965 season by losing to Lee’s Summit 6 to 0, but the Eagles barely missed tying the game, being stopped on the Tiger one-yard line by the clock. The second game went to Ruskin, 6 to 0, at the expense of Center North. The sole touch- down came in the third quarter. The Eagles con- tinued winning by running over North Kansas City 20 to 0. The Frosh scored once in the second quarter and tw'ice in the third quarter to account for all the scoring. The Eagle defense excelled, limiting the Hornets’ greatest penetration to the ten yard line. Eagle play in the following game with Grand- view lacked sufficient polish; the Freshmen fum- bled three times and had one pass intercepted. The Bulldogs came out on top, 20 to 0. In the next game, Ruskin battled to a 7 to 7 tie with Center South. The Indians scored at the end of the First half, and the Eagles scored on a 15-yard third quarter run. The Ruskin Frosh controlled the ball most of the fourth quarter, but were stopped on Center’s ten yard line by a fumble. The Eagle Freshmen ended their season by los- ing to Baptiste, 6 to 0. Two Ruskin fumbles in- side the Leprachaun’s fifteen yard line proved very costly to our Freshmen. The Eagle’s record for the year was 2-3-1, but they were outscored for the entire season by a single touchdown. Left to right, Row One: Dwight Magee, Ronnie Wells, I eon Ya- mashiro, Bruce Bender, Charles Brooks, Mike Grimes, Jim Hogan, Bob Morrison. Row Two: Bruce Beisner, lewis Wright, Ron Hetherington, Paul Jacoby, Richard Carleton, Clinton Rhodes, Dan Kelly. Row Three: Ron Durtschi, Mike Hampton, Ernie Fulmer, Jim Hoey, Jim Zook, Jack Greathouse, Steve Eppard. Row Four: Randy Dawson, Roger Zirbel, Glen White, Chris Moretina, Roger Mathes, I eland Nielson. Coaches: Mr. Clark and Mr. Glenn. Half Back Ron Hampton, on his way around left end, is brought down by tackier. Fun And Beauty Mark Festive Homecoming Ruskin’s annual Homecoming festivities began on Friday afternoon, October 9 with a pep rally for the entire student body. The program in- cluded various cheers, introduction of the class attendants, and a skit giving an inside view of the Truman Patriot’s locker room. That evening, during halftime, the attendants, chosen by popu- lar vote from their representative classes, were presented to the Homecoming crowd. The Sen- ior attendants were Vicki Buchanan, escorted by Donn Hennessey, and Charlene Wilson, es- corted by Ron Kernodle. The Junior attendant was Janice DePalma, escorted by Bill McLaugh- lin. Accompanied by Creg Morris was Flo Put- hoff, the Sophomore attendant. The Freshman attendant, Margaret Cook, was escorted by Scott Schmidt. The evening was climaxed by the tra- ditional dance in the cafeteria, sponsored by the Pep Club. Music was provided by Les Copley and his band. Les Copley and his band prepare for an evening of delightful entertainment. Mr. Steck officiates at the halftime cere- monies of the 1964 Homecoming game. 94 Vicki Buchanan and her escort, Donn Hennessey, are chauffeured around the field by Paul Thur- man. Charlene Wilson poses for pictures at the dance with her escort, Ron Kernodle. Flo Puthoff, sophomore, and Margaret (xx k, freshman, es- corted by Greg Morris and Scott Schmidt, represented kuskin’s underclassmen during the Home- coming festivities. 95 I’he Junior attendant. Janice De- Palma, with her escort. Bill Mc- Laughlin, reflects the excitement that prevailed during the half- time ceremonies. Victory Adds To Enchanting Evening I «i Mr. Stcck and Mr. Tarry enjoy the comfort of a sheltered view at Homecoming, the first really cold game of the season. All motion ceases in that split second before the ball is snapped. The Eagles were in fine form as they soared over the Truman Pa- triots to gain a 25-14 victory at the RHS Homecoming on October 9. Ruskin scored its first touchdown in the second quarter but the extra point failed. Seeking revenge, Truman scored after two pass plays, an eleven yard plunge for a touchdown, and an extra point. The Eagles then launched a seventy yard drive and a three yard pass for another touchdown. In the third quarter, Ruskin again bowled over the Pa- triots, scoring a touchdown and an extra-point pass. The Patriots scored in the fourth period on an eighty yard drive. The Eagles frosted the cake by scoring a final touchdown. Limiting Truman to 158 yards and 6 first downs, the Eagles totaled 312 yards and 21 first downs. Homecoming festivities would not be complete without Ruskin's Golden Eagle Marching Band. 97 Ruskin Cagers Play To Win SCOREBOARD Ruskin 72 Grandview 50 68 St. Joseph 46 58 Liberty 47 66 Lee’s Summit 49 66 ♦Center 86 94 ♦Raytown 58 58 ♦North Kansas City 47 74 ♦William Chrisman 60 77 ♦Raytown South 46 •Conference games The varsity basketball team had a very successf ul season start- ing with a first place victory in the Grandview Tournament. A fourth place trophy was earned in the Lee’s Summit Tourna- ment and a hard battle in the Center Invitational Tournament was rewarded with a second place honor. This year the hoopsters attended their games wearing new practice suits. Ruskin quintet Tights lor a rebound. Coach Brown contemplates a successful season. Don Draper. Jim Cairo, Gary Mount. Stan Curry, Rick Dayoub.Jim Perry, Dave Lindley, John Van Hoecke, Ron Miller, John Beeson. Jim Perry Center Returning Don Draper Guard Lettermen Strike Sian Curry Forward Again Gary Mount Guard Foru ard 99 Rick Dayoub Forward Center Butch Miller, John Beeson, Jim Moore, Keith Schultz, Dave Lindley. Tom Greving, Steve Svanda, Bob Franklin. Larry Bcrthleson, Steve Lindstrom. Junior Eagles Are Ready When The Going Gets Rough Lee Neff, Steve Teaford, and Roger Hobson are the basket- ball managers this year. These boys are extremely helpf ul to the basketball teams. Managers go to all games and practices just like the regular players and their duties range from washing and distributing uniforms to helping administer first aid. They also officiate during practice scrimmages keep shot charts at games, and keep track of equipment. 1 ee Neff and Steve Teaford take a welcome SCOREBOARD Rusk in 52 Grandview 35 46 St. Joseph 45 44 Liberty 40 51 Lee’s Summit 27 58 Center 37 48 Raytown 42 69 William Chrisman 64 43 Raytown South 45 Coach Baker pauses before a game. 100 The spirit and fun of competition and the simple enjoyment of play- ing basketball are two of the things which attract the boys to the sport. Knowing that they are doing something for their school and that they are providing enjoyment for crowds of people also brings satisfaction to the boys. All of this makes the hours of practice and work worthwhile. Sophomores Score With Separate Team As they prepare for future varsity positions the sophomores battle Rockhurst. This year for the first time the Ruskin sophomores have a basketball team of their own. With the introduction of this team more hoys are allowed to participate in athletics. With this team the boys have more time to practice and polish their skills. SCOREBOARD Ruskin 38 Truman 58 32 William Chrisman 52 51 Raytown 39 59 Rockhurst 60 ROW ONE: Steve Lindstrom. Bill Hutchinson, Bill Traskowski, Steve Hurst. R. t. Morton. ROW TWO: Steve Ainsworth. Phil Osborn. Doug Rhoades, Mark Spears. Mike Nault. 102 ROW ONE: Louis Angotti, Scott Schmidt. Bruce Cox, Gary Steiner, Dan Haines, Bruce Bisner, Bob Fordemwalt. Mike Grindberg. ROW TWO: Gary Silvy, Robert Cooper, I)oug Pendergraft, Bruce Bender, Toni Gwynn, Jim Carr. Jack Grashaus, Mike Simpson, Robert Mathis, l.eon Yamishiro, Rogers Zirbel. Freshman Cage Competition Expands There were two freshman teams this year due to the addition of a B-team. This enables more of the hoys to participate in competition and to train for positions on the advanced teams. Steady practice resulted in definite improvement throughout the year. The hoys enjoy their work and plan to continue with basketball. Coach Mallory emphasizes the importance of close adhesion to the rules, even in practice. Spirit soars with every score. CROSS COUNTRY TEAM, JUNIOR VARSITY, ROW ONE: J. Verebelyi, B. Neff, K. Smith. A. Omer. G. Ingles. D. l.akey, M. Flannery. ROW TWO: B. Taylor, B. Stocker, R. Byers, M. Shepard. R. Buss, R. Seiner, R. Pinaire, I). Nolan. ROW THREE: M. Wright, R. Cooper, M. Floyd, Coach Schmidt. R. Price,J. Peters, F. Johnston, S. Kurtz. Ruskin Takes Eighth In MSHSAA G. Mount, in his second year as team captain for Ruskin, takes third place in the MSHSAA state meet. 104 Roy Mount comes in for a fast finish. State Cross Country Meet In its second year, the Ruskin Cross Country Team, after having run a total of 6428 miles and working 5800 hours, made a showing of third place in the conference and fifth place in the district contest, climaxing the season with and eighth place in the state meet. The final scoreboard was, for the varsity, six wins and one loss, and for junior varsity —six wins and three losses. Gary Mount, the captain, led the team, taking first place in every meet up to state, where he placed third in a field of 186 runners from the best Cross Country teams across the state. The Cross Country Lettermen of the 64-65 school year were Gary Mount, Pat Cleary, John Buss, and Greg Gibson, seniors; Roy Mount and Jerry Jones, juniors; and Lance Christopherson and Ben Taylor, sophomores. By its records, the team obviously kept in mind —“The man to beat is the one in front of you ! ” Coach .Schmidt compares times and results with coaches of other schools. Team mates and spectators anxiously await the runners at the finish line. Wrestling Develops And JUNIOR VARSITY, ROW ONE: R. Byers, D. Dow, G. Jones, D. Magee. R. Davis. ROW7 WO:J. Arbisi, H. Fields,J. Hogan, D. Prock, B. Fossey.J. 1 -ong. Wrestling, a new addition to Ruskin’s wide range of sports, requires constant effort. At their practices the wrestlers challenge each other to practice matches, acquiring the valuable experience of actual competition. In addition, by doing calisthenics and lifting weights, they Practice pays off in school competition. gain the necessary strength that this strenuous sport requires. However, their hard work and long hours bring rewards enabling them to perform well in each match. Another new phase o the wrestling program includes tournaments which feature contests with area high schools. Ss 106 Daily exercises are an essential part of practice. Physical Fitness Stamina VARSITY, ROW ONE: B. Dahl. D. Caller. J. Suddarth.J. Mais, B. Cochrane. ROW TWO: P. Hagerman, R. Howell, J. Long, C. Beach, M. Howell. 107 Each school learns their own special holds. RI SKIN' TRACK TEAM, ROW ONE. LEFT TO RK.HT: C. Gibbson. R. Powell. M. Allard. B. Smith, T. Bayless, S. Nash, | Selby. 1). Silvers, F. Lewis. ROW TWO: C. Forbes, I). Dra- per, (.. Mount, S. Cum. W. McLaughlin. M. ('.ox. B. Young. P. Cleary, L. Swindler. J. Buss. ROW THREE: M. Scott. R Mizner, I . Kills. ). Oliver. I). Davenport. I). Parks. J. Badali. B. McMillin. A. Miller. ROW FOUR: D. Payne. R Cooper, R. Gregor, (.Jones, B. Neff, R. Mount. R. Price, F. Johnston, S. Ziarco. ROW FIVE: M. Shepard, G. Ingles. A. Omer. B. Taylor, B. Stocker, M. Wright, C. Shelton, L. Christopherson, J. Peters. M Flannery. ROW SIX: I). L key. I). Phillips, R. Dawson, J. Beeson, M. Keith. E. Fulmer, D. Zieber. Trackmen Display 108 Coach Cochrane Head Coach Shot putt participators spend many hours of practice perfecting form. Kuskin pole vaulter tries for the rafters Strength. . . Important notices concerning up- coming meets and ratings from previous competitive activities are posted on the coaches’ bulletin board. Baton ... the heart of the relays Speed. . . It’s a good hand off and the eight lap re- lay lakes first. After a hard practice, trackmen take time to rest before going home. 110 Coach Schmidt Assistant Coach Ruskin tracksters jog along the inside of the track at a meet in the American Royal Building. Stamina First stop after a hard workout —the showers. demonstrated by Greg and Joe. Tennis Team Peaks During ’65 Cireg Gibson Ralph Berglund Joe Vogler Terry Edwards Dennis Zullig KNEELING: Keith Schultz, Steve Undstrom, John Verburg. STANDING: Mr. Stathos, Joe Vogler, Charles Berglund, Dennis Zullig, Terry Edwards, Greg Gibson, Ralph Berglund. Ruskin’s tennis team looks to the coming season with more hope that it ever has before. With the coaching of Mr. George Stathos and last year’s third place finish providing the incen- tive, William Chrisman, the perennial league champion, may be in danger of losing their title. This year’s team includes five returning letter men, all of whom are seniors. With most of the players having com- peted during the last three years, experience may well prove to be the team’s strong point. FIRST ROW: Mr. Whitworth. Don Cooper, Tom Scharlau. Rick Mills. Terry Shireman. SECOND ROW: Ben Gowler, Gary Mitchell, Steve Ziaro. THIRD ROW: Tom Presbury, Bill Mollenhour, Larry King, Jeff Grubbs. FOURTH ROW: Stan Brown, Michael Edwards, Charles Hopkins. NOT PICTURED: John Ropchock. Golf Team Conquers Opponents The golf team, coached by Mr. Whitworth, is currently one of the best teams in the Kansas City area. After winning the conference last year, the team went to the state tournament and captured fourteenth place. The team’s strongest challenges for the conference title came from Truman and Raytown South. Returning lettermen comprise a fairly large percentage of the team; they are Tom Scharlau, Rick Mills, Terry Shireman, and John Ropchok. The schedule this year included 16 conference matches and several nonconference ones. 114 I .indiev pops in another for the Eagles. Ruskin Athlete's Show Their Informal Side Smashing in the snow makes tor dangerous playing. Coach Hamann and team observe off-camera action. 115 A CA DEM ICS Eagles Help GEORGE YOKUM B.S. in Ed. Kansas State Teachers College World History. American History DOROTHY KENNEDY A.B., M.A. Mount St. Scholastic College, Central Missouri State College Contemporary Issues, American Government Mr. Burkhart discusses qualifications and abilities of presidential candidates. Using visual aids, Mr. Gripkey convinces his class that the world is round. R L. COCHRAN B.S. in Ed. University of Missouri World History II, Geography. Sponsor R Club, Head Track Coach Themselves To History Under the guidance of Miss Carter, students’ knowledge of American History expands daily. (ds .... EDWARD F. GIER B.S. Rockhurst College World History I Head Sponsor Freshman Class f r 7 A GEORGE STATHOS B.S. in Ed. Central Missouri State World History Sophomore Class Sponsor Tennis Coach MRS. THRESSA WILLIAMS B.S., M.A. Northeast Missouri State Teachers College Careers, American History Guess who won I ID R. JOSEPH GRIPKEY B.A. University of Missouri at Kansas City American History. American Govern- ment. Missouri History Junior Class Sponsor Miss Carter solves the problem of an unruly student. It looks like Mr. Roberts did his homework. Vicki McMahon makes good use of library lime by concentrating on American History. KENNETH L. BURKHART B.S. in Ed.. M.S. in Ed. Southwest Missouri State, University of Missouri American History, Family Relations THOMAS J. COYLE B.A. in Ed., M.A. in Ed. Admin. Kansas State College American History, Drivers Education .Assistant Track Coach 121 Marriage Presents Many Questions LEON MALLORY B.S. in Ed. University of Kansas Family Relations. Economics, Sociology. Assistant Freshman Basketball Coach How to pay the bills, how to discipline junior, how to settle family quarrels, all these problems are considered in the study of family relations. Some of the most lively and heated debates that ever echo off classroom walls take place in family relations classes. Here students get a head start on the very real and perplexing problems of marriage and family life. CHARLES HOSKINS B.S. in Ed., M.A. in Ed. Kirksvillc State Teachers College Family Relations Students discuss different aspects of family life with Mr. Hoskins. For Student Contemplation Psychology, the science of behavior, is one of the most fascinating subjects offered in the Ruskin curriculum. In psychology, students delve into the motivation behind behavior and emo- tions. They study the function of the individual in society, the various forms of mental illness and the field of psychology as a career possibility. Psychology arms the student with a better under- standing of himself and others and prepares him for a future role of responsibility in the community. TERRY BAKER B.S., M.S. Central Missouri State College Psychology, World History. Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach JAMES ROBERTS B.S. in Ed. Southwest Missouri State College Psychology, World History Head Sponsor Junior Class 123 Why did you steal the tricycle? Science Department ROBERT E. CHAPMAN B.A. in Geology Montana State University General Science, Physical Science, Earth Science. With the addition of new equipment and new courses the Ruskin Science Department ad- vances at an ever increasing pace. The cur- riculum has been extended to include two new courses which offer students the opportunity to delve into more specialized areas of science. Earth Science is available to students interested in astronomy, space travel, weather, and geology. Rigid requirements limit the number Rocket fuels and nylons, too. Comprehension requires concentration. 124 Expands Scope of students participating in individual, but supervised, efforts in our newest course, Problems in Science Research. The department has purchased a geiger counter for radiation detection. For laboratory work, an incubator cultures bacteria at specific temperatures aided by the pressure cooker which sterilizes equipment necessary for culturing. CHARLES W. MAUPIN B.S. in Education Central Missouri State College Physical Science, Chemistry. Problems in Science Research. Science Club Sponsor have their birthplace here. BOB GLYNN B.S. Kansas Stale College Health, Physiology. Head Freshman Coach 125 MARTIN KRAFT A.S., B.S. Kansas City Junior College, University of Missouri at Kansas City. Biology. General Science. Probing eyes are a routine irritation in the life of the caged snake. MARION RAY B.S., M.A. in Ed. Northwest Missouri State College, State College of Iowa. Biology■. General Science. Science Club Sponsor 126 BOB BROWN B.S., M E. Southwest Missouri State. Drury College. Biology’, Hygiene. Head basketball Coach R-Club Sponsor V 4 New discoveries are infrequent, but students enjoy lab sessions anyway. Industrial Arts Students PAUL HALL B.S., M.S. Central Missouri State College, Northeast Missouri State Teachers College; Metalworking, Drivers Education. BILL NICHOLSON B.S., M.S. Kansas State College: Woodwork- ing 1, Drafting I. Offering a variety of courses such as drafting, metalworking, and woodworking, Ruskin’s Industrial Arts Department hammered, sawed, and drafted as they rushed to complete projects and drawings. The industrial arts shop, one of the most active sections of school, offers students an opportunity to practice valuable manual skills. Drafting projects involve planning as well as drawing. JAMES WARD B.S. Northeast Missouri State Teachers College; Woodwork- ing I, Machine Drafting, Archi- tectural Drafting. 128 Learn Manual Skills A great deal of intricate work goes into a woodworking project. JIM BODENHAMER B.S., M.S. in Ed. Central Missouri State College General Shop. Drafting I, Assistant Football Coach LYLE WILEY B.S. Kansas Slate College General Shop, Woodworking I Architectural drafting students work on house framing details. 129 Business Department Provides An Education In Commercial Skills MRS. SUE LISTER B.S. in Ed., M.S. in Ed. Central Missouri Stale College Business Arithmetic. Business law. Typing. MRS. MELBA HAMANN B.S. in Ed. University of Missouri Typing, General Business. The EDL machine, through the use of regulated speeds, helps stu- dents improve their typing skill as words, phrases, and numbers are flashed on a screen. 130 Erasing—a familiar process which is well known to all typists. The variety of courses taught in the Commerce Department enables students to obtain jobs in the business field immediately after completion of high school. Such courses as Typing I and Shorthand I also help college bound students with their work. MRS. BESS SKINNER B.S. in Ed.. M.S. in Business Ed. Central Missouri State College Clerical Practice, (ieneral Business. Mirage Sponsor SUE TRAVIS •B.S., M.A. Joplin Junior College, Kansas State College, Uni- versity of Missouri at Kansas City, Oklahoma State University, Central Missouri State College. Typing 131 The typewriter, like other machines, must be cleaned and kept in good operating condition. ARCH WRISINGER B.S. in Ed., M.A. Central Missouri State College, University of Missouri at Kansas City. Creative Writing. Secretarial Practice. Clerical Practice. Sponsor of Ruskin Hi-Light The clicking of typewriters is a familiar sound. However, typing is only one of the business courses which will be useful to Ruskin students later in life. Other important com- merce classes include General Business, Cleri- cal Practice, Shorthand, Business Law Arith- metic, Secretarial Practice, and Bookkeeping. MRS. DOROTHY MAUPIN B.S. in Ed., M.S. in Ed. Central Missouri State College Shorthand I, Typing I Sponsor of National Honor Society 132 Using the dictaphone is a new and interesting experience. Knowing how to write a check is useful information. Students Become Acquainted With Business Processes MRS. LORETTA HORNECKER B.S. in Ed. Northwest Missouri State College Bookkeeping, Business Arithmetic, Business Law. Skill is necessary in using this time-saver accurately. RICHARD BOONE B.S., M S. Central Missouri State College Bookkeeping. Business Law, Business Arithmetic. 133 Mimeographing can be messy. French students give dialogues to improve their speaking ability. Linguists The foreign language department of Ruskin High School offers the lan- guages Spanish, French, and Latin. Besides learning to read, write, and speak the language, the students study the customs and history of the country from which the language originates. The thirty-six booth language labor- atory enables the student to hear native speakers of that particular language. With the aid of this laboratory, the study of foreign languages has grown increasingly more popular. KAREN SUE McCARTY B.S. in Education University of Kansas French I and II, Language Arts II. Sponsor: French Club 134 La palabra es ... JOHN AMICK MRS. MARY DOWELL B.S. in Education Northwest Missouri State College Spanish Sponsor: Spanish Club B.S., M.S. in Education Rockhurst (x llege. Central Missouri State College. Latin 1 and II, French HI and IV. Sponsor: Junior Classical League Students listen attentively as Mrs. Dowell pronounces Spanish sentences slowly. The Ruskin Golden Eagle Marching Band thrills the audience during a precision drill. Musicians Strive I he Ruskin High School Ciolden Eagle Band is one of the hardest working organizations in the school. Members put in many hours of practice both before and after school. Under the leadership of Mr. Robert M. Scott, a new member of the music faculty, they perform at all home games and numerous concerts. Ruskin is very f ortunate in having such a well-organized group who present many outstanding performances during the year. ROBERT M SCOTT B.M. in Ed . M S. Kansas Stale College. Pittsburg. Band. Screaming Eagles. Band members “take a break after the American Royal Parade. Making a perfect picture of sober contemplation, Monte Scott prepares for a long parade. A scene of busy activity, the band room provides a place for a before-school warm-up. The usual “robe room rush before a concert. For Perfection The Ruskin vocal music department, armed with music and harmonious voices, moved through the year, leaving behind a trail of captivated audiences and favorable reports. The Junior-Senior Choir, chosen f or voice quality and sight-reading ability, has performed at various functions throughout the community. Sending many ensemble and solo numbers to contest, the choir seldom fails to bring top ratings back to Ruskin. Many choir members also held major roles in the fall season’s successful musical, Oklahoma! FRED TARRY B.M.E., M.A. University of Kansas. (Central Missouri Stale (College 9-10 Chorus. Music Theory I Sc II, Choir. Music Appreciation Ciris’ and Boys’ Cilee Clubs Madrigal All sch x)l Musical Mrs. Ruth Padgett is the new accompanist for the choir and music classes this year. Robed and ready to sing, the choir awaits their cue. MRS. ELAINE WILSON B.S. in Education Southwest Missouri State College 9-10 Chorus. English 1 Mathematicians Search HERB HAMANN B.S.. M. in Ed. University of Missouri Algebra I. Physical Education. Football Coach Sponsor of R-Club MRS. ELLEN SKAGGS A.B., M.A. Northeastern State College. University of Kansas City. Algebra I, II Sponsor of FT A Mr. Dawson answers his students' questions. Ruskin's math department of f ers a wide variety of courses, ranging from General Math to Calculus. Also offered is an advanced college preparatory course. Senior Math. The purpose of these courses, taught by Ruskin’s competent math staff, is to give the students practical knowledge and to ground them in basic information as a foundation for more advanced work. This knowledge has been used extensively by the many students Ruskin sends to various technical schools. CHARLES WINFIEL B.S. in Ed. South west Missouri State College Algebra I, II. Functional Math. 138 For Ever-Elusive X” WALTER SULLINS B.S. in Math Kansas State College Geometry, Algebra I. Students watch a demonstration of knowledge. THOMAS DAWSON B.S. in Ed. Kansas Slate College Physics, Senior Math. Functional Math. Sponsor of Science Club JAMES H. CLARK B.S. in Ed. University of Kansas Functional Math. General Math. Alge- bra 1. Head wrestling coach. Freshman Foot- ball and Track coach. 139 Expressions Of Man MRS. LOIS MOORE B.S., M S University of Illinois English IV Senior Class Sponsor Break Time PRISCILLA BELDEN A.B. University of Missouri English II. IV Pep Club Sponsor ' Dictionary aids in correct English usage. JACK HUGHES B.A. Northeastern State College English 1.11 Head Sponsor of Sophomore Class Take Many Forms MRS. THELMA WHITE A.B. Ozark Bible College, Kansas State Col- lege, Southwest Missouri State Col- lege English I Freshman Class Sponsor MRS. CAROL WILLIAMS A.A., B.S. in Ed. Kansas City Junior Col- lege, Central Missouri State College English II, III Ruskin’s English courses strive to give students a working knowledge of the fundamental skills of our language. Classes also acquire a diversified background in American and world literature. Beginning with Freshman classes, students are exposed to a wide range of literature such as the Odyssey, Great Expectations, and many famous short stories. Students dip into the stores of their imagination as they attempt creative writ- ing. As well as these various fields of English, basic grammar is also emphasized. A continuing study of grammar, literature, and creative writing is carried into the Sophomore and Junior English classes. Different styles and techniques, and characteristic writing traits of well known authors such as Shakespeare, Hem- mingway, Steinbeck, and Thurber are brought to the students’ attention. Seniors widen their horizons even farther with a deeper study into world and English literature, and creative writing. These courses are designed to help students who are college bound. 141 MRS. MILDRED CASPER B.S. Northwestern State College English III. English Literature CHARLES SANDY FTA Sponsor B.S., M.E. Rock hurst College, Kansas University English III, IV Concentration isn’t easy. Last year Ruskin’s Sophomore and Junior English classes began a new type of teaching. Large classes of about 120 students met in the cafeteria, and were taught by a team of three teachers. The success of this venture prompted its use again this year with Freshman, Sopho- more, and Junior classes. With pen in hand, knowledge-hungry students prepare to take notes. SAKS. DOROTHY McCREARY I.S., B.A. Missouri University at Kansas City, Baylor Uni- versity, Ottawa University English III, English Literature :.T.A. Sponsor MRS. FAYRENE MAY A.B. Southeast Missouri State College Communications 1. II. III. IV National Honor Society Sponsor KALLIOPE BESKAS B.A. William Jewell College, University of Missouri at Kansas City English II. Ill Sophomore Class Sponsor Panel discussions stimulate thought. MRS. SALLY FANTON B.A. Colorado University English I, II Students make good use of the library. 143 Tomorrow’s Learn MRS. LOUISE SIEFKER B.S. University of Missouri Hoinemaking I, II F.H.A. Sponsor Did you say you forgot to wash your gymsuit? MRS. ANNA B. KIZER B.S. Central Missouri State College Homemaking I. II F.H.A. Sponsor 144 In Home Economics, the students strive to develop the talents that will make them better prepared for the domestic tasks facing them in the future. In addition to the customary studies of cooking and sewing, homemaking students learn such practical arts as how to take care of the sick, arrange furniture, and check the elec- trical wiring in a house. Art is studied in connection with interior de- coration and costume design. Family relations and child development are studied in anticipa- tion of assuming the responsibilities of parent- hood. In their course of study, home economics students become acquainted with many of the duties and pleasures of homemaking. Ideas Are Expressed JERRY E. WHITE B.S.L., M S. Ozark Bible College, Fort Hays Kansas State. English II, III, Speech I. A good saleswoman like Connie Perrin can even sell peanut butter to a person with braces on his teeth. Connie displays all the characteristics of proper delivery and speaking appeal in a sales talk to her speech class. MRS. PRISCILLA MCDONALD B.S. Northwestern College. Speech I, English I, Debate I, II, Debate Club, Forensic Tournaments. In Speech And Action M. JEAN SCOTT B.A., M.A. Bob Jones University, Kansas Slate Univer- sity, Speech I, II, Dramatics I, II, Sponsor of Ushers’ Society, Drama Club, All .School Play, Junior Class. After long hours of hard work on the musical production. Oklahoma!. Randi Parketon and Susan Carnes reflect a little sadly at how quickly the production is over. Ruskin students try out for Oklahoma! Drama II students must direct a one act play. Edith Wilson and Don Biven work together interpreting a play- wright’s meaning. This involves study- ing lines and personalities of the characters. 147 Physical Education Strives MRS. MARY WILEY B.S. in Ed. Kansas Stale College of Pittsburg Physical Education MRS. SHIRLEY FRANCE IVS in Ed. Central Missouri State College Physical Education R.G.A.A. MARY CAR I ER B.A. William Jewell College Physical Education. American History Teamwork will win this game. 148 As in past years, Ruskin’s physical education department serves the student as a means of recreation in the midst of study. Throughout the school year, classes participate in various skill tests and games. Brisk fall weather stimulates the student’s participation in outdoor sports such as softball and speedball. Also, in this season, students compete in physical fitness tests that are given nationwide. For Physical Fitness With winter’s cold winds, classes are forced to move inside. Both boys and girls engage in games which develop mental alertness and physical coordination. Volleyball, cageball, and basketball stress team effort. As the end of the year approach- es, and warm weather prevails, classes again lake part in regular outdoor activities. RUSSELL DOWELL B.S. Northwest Missouri Slate College Physical Education Accuracy depends on diligent practice. NORRIS KELLEY B.S. University of Missouri Ph sical Education He made it!!! . . . maybe. ANN OF. FIEI.I) B.S. in Art Ed. University ol Missouri Art I, II Esthetics (Hub Sponsor, Freshman Class Spon- sor Artists Aspire Miss DeField instructs Barbara Stone in the principles of perspective. Blending their imaginations as well as their colors to produce vivid tints or muted tones, Ruskin art students ex- perimented with the combination and application of tempera or water paint. In addition to creating new hues, they tested the effect of shading in black charcoal or ink. Whether penciling a sketch or attempting to portray an accurate image, artistically inclined Eagles found enjoyment and satisfac- tion in their work. Art showcases provided a source of pleasure to art lovers and amateur critics alike. Ruskin's newest work of art, a mosaic depicting the four eras of human existence, was made and presented MRS. JEAN WILSON B i K University of Kansas Art I. Ill, IV 150 DON CARLSON B.A.E. University of Kan- sas Art Appreciation, Art I, Art II Esthetics Club, Junior Class Spon- sor To New Skills A beginning art student points out the contributing factors of a composition. One of Ruskin’s budding art stu- dents puts the Fin- ishing touches on his architectural drawing. to the school by last year’s Art IV class. MRS. UNA LEWIS B.S. in Ed. Central Missouri State College Art I, Art Appreciation Esthetics Club Sponsor, Sophomore Class Sponsor 151 Special Education Encourages Interest Leathercraft inspires creativity. Guided by Mr. Roy Beers, the Special Education students participate in all of the regular curriculum courses, including arts and crafts. Two projects for this year have been a Civics study of job opportunities and requirements and the kinesthetic method of reading. The attractive bulletin board and classroom displays are all arranged by the students and visitors are always wel- comed. Mr. Beers demonstrates the kinesthetic method of writing. Individual study is encouraged during class periods. ROY BEERS B.S. in Ed. Central Missouri Slate Special Education 152 With Spoons And Brooms They Form A Willing Force We appreciate the hard work that these people cheerfully perform for Ruskin and wish to thank them heartily. Margaret Campbell, Dorothy Simpson. Kdna Meredith, Jo White, Audrey Fulkerson. |. M. Fenwick C. Millei | Jenkins A. Fairless 153 CLASS OFFICERS: Carol Holmes, Treasurer; Roger Zirbel, President; Mike Grinberg, Vice- President; Donna Crenshaw, Secretary. Freshmen Begin Anna Allen Sue Allen Sharon Altman Carol Anderson Louis Angotti Mary Antone Verna Atkins Lowell Atkinson Denielle Aubin Debbie Babylon Carol Badger Unda Baker Jack Barnett Barbara Barry Mike Bart ling Steve Bates Chris Bauer Bruce Beisner Bruce Bender John Benneson Charles Bennett Connie Bennett David Bernard Cora Biggerstaff Unda Billings Ronald Bishop David Blair Robert Blessing 156 Kristi Bohall Bill Book Frank Boone Steve Bowman Charles Brooks Diana Brown Leonard Brown Norma Buck Jim Bussard Martha Bybee Mark Byers Steve CafFey Ross Caponetto Richard Carleton James Carr Roy Carroll Diane Carvel I Norma Caster Rodney ('.handler Sue Chandler Wayne Clemons Ascent On Diploma Paul Close Jerry Coleman Margaret Cook Robert Cooper Marilyn (kjpeland Shawnye (k rbin Preston Cornelius Bruce (x x David Crabb Richard Crabb Dennis Crownover Robert Curry linda Dalzell Nicki Dane 157 Freshman football players line up lor the next prac- tice play David Davis Donna Davis Jac k Davis Ranch Davis Randall Dawson Brenda Day Roger Dean Helen Delameter Patricia Dello Russo Pam Dcush Paul Dic k Robert Dickinson Robert Dillon lorn Dillon Vickie Dorrell Daniel Dow Joan Do icr Rita Drennon Paula Duple Ronnie Durtschi Cinch Fagleson Charles Fgan Vicki F.hman Ijnda Kidson Linda Emerson Steven Eppard Pat Eul Sally Eyman John Farmer Charles Fields Hamid Fields Debbie Fish William Flamn James Haley is one of Ruskin’s home-bound students. 158 Fat Giffin Larry Gillis Donna Goforth Jack Grashuis Mike («ratio Mike Grimes Bruce Guthrie Terry Hadlock Nick Halteman Robert Hamilton Mike Hamilton Valecta Hans Loyce Harmon Judy Harper Linda Hart Jean Haun Cathy Hedrick Jim Helms Terry Herbst Ron Hetherington Lewis Hinnen Fred Hoaltge Jim Hoey James Hogan Linda Holloway Christine Holme Class Of ’68 Martha Huckett Janet Hudgens Jim Hudson Sharon Hughes Grace Hunsparger Greg Hyson Joseph Iser Paul Jacoby Joyce Jeffers Jackie Jenkins Gayle Jennings Tom Jensen Arnold Johnson Howard Johnston Sandy Jones Dennis Rain Kevin Kays Danny Kelly Connie King Adrian Kirgan Clint Klesath 159 John Knight Robert kolx‘l Christine LaCrone Mike LaCrone 1 jnda 1-mi bios Donald I,akey Johnny (.angtord Chris I-ingscth Bill I ns lord Dolores L'Hommedieu Joyce libby John light net Barbara Livingston Richard Lockwood Carol Ixnnbardino Mike lx uthain Mike Lukens Randall Luton George McClelland Donna McConnell Jim McCoy Karen McDonald Lynn McGrew Mike Mclaughlin Kathy McMillin John Mackey Dwight MaGee Rosemary Malicoat Robert Maloney Anthony Marchese Charles Martin Roger Mathes I Jnda Mathews Lannetta Mersman Joyce Messick Carolyn Miller Janet Miller Michele Miller Susan Moffeit Janet Moll Rita Moran Bob Morrison Deborah Mosby Sandra Mosby Jerry Mosley Robin Mount Yvonne Murray- Sandy Muza Dianne Nading Iceland Neilsen David Nelson Donna Newcome David Nolen Gary O’Conner David Oehring Steven Ohrazda Barbara Oliver Sharon Osborn 160 Barbara Overton Mike Pascoe larenda Pennington Penny Pcnson Norma Peoples Cathy Pepperdine Kenneth Pepperdine Donna Peters Marsha Peters Dianne Peterson Norman Peterson Randy Peterson Sheryl Peterson Hubert Petty Dennis Phillips Jan Pitard Karen Poage Ralph Pratt Janice Ralls Bill Ray Jim Rayburn Freshmen Discover Algebra, Latin, And Senior Boys! Enthused with their sophomore status, eager students accomplished much at their First meeting. Bill Ross Sherry Rowe linda Rowland Dianne Reel Neila Reynolds Connie Rhodes Gary Rhoads Ruth Ropchock Jim Rose Bob Ross James Riley Gloria Roach Margo Rogers Marie Rojas 161 CCheryl Russel Deanna Rutherford Scott Schmidt Mary Jo Sc hrader Coralessa Schuch David Scriuner Janice Scroggins Cara Sheeley Carolyn Shepherd Mike Simpson Karen Sinsabaugh Joy Slaughter David Smith Donna Smith Vernon Smith Claudia Snow Karen Staggs Donna Stamper Robert Steele Louise Steen Gay Steiner Class Of Guy Steiner Frankie Stcinman Janet Stewart Sharon Stocker Allen Stotlar Jane Stowell Barbara Surbaugh Bill Swearingen James Taylor Kenneth Taylor Terry' Thacker liana Thompson Frosh vice president pays for laziness in United Campaign. Vicky Thompson Nancy Toler Charles Trainer n A © it , • I I Jolene Traskowsky Billy Traywick Lynda Truelove It n ? J ft Joey Tubbs O Larry Tubbs Scott Tucker M L.1 Jl V 9M 162 Edward Veaeh Linda Wages Douglas Ward Richard Ward Valda Warren Mike Watkins Karl Watson Sheral Weaverling Mark Weber Dorothy Welborn Janice Wells Ronnie Wells Steve Werner Deborah White Glenn White Nancy White Wayne While Donna Whitney Jeff Wicks Debbie Willard Duane Williams Kathy Williams Sandy Winders Roark Winningham Launa Wise Donald Witte Ray Wood Mary Woodard Leon Yamashiro Cynthia Young Debbie Zeltner David Zieber Larry Zirkel James Zook Janice Woodside Janice Woodside David Wooldridge Bill Woosley Richard Worth Lewis Wright Glenn Wyant Not Pictured Thomas Alvarado Rosemary Ancona John Anders Douglas Baker Toni Baker Byron Baughman Sharon Brown Larry Cunko Alice Day Randall Day Deborah Dueviel Susan Duxbury Stephen Eckenrold Sandra Eul Donald Flint Richard Fouls Helen Gore Suzane Gortney Judith Haworth Carmen Hutchins James Hutson Marsha Jeffers Danny Jones Mark Keith Barbara Kennedy Chris Kleinfeldt Denton Lancaster Martha tathrop Karen Long Carolyn Loveland Freddie Mersman John Miller Chris Moretina Angela Olinger Timothy O’Neill Steve Passono I-arry Pauli Pamela Raupp Sandra Reyburn Clinton Rhoads Shanna Robb Susan Routh Geraldine Runions Charles Saults Pauline Schupp Pal Shaw Gary Silvey Robin Smyth Reland Stoup Richard Timbrook Kim Veltetoe Mealena Waisner Michael Woodworth Mary Wray Trygve Yarrington Janice Yedynak Michael York 163 MMMMi CLASS OFFICERS: l.ee Thompson. Vice-President: Flo Putthoff, Treasurer; Kelly Strain. Secre- tary: Bill Kuechler, President. Sophomores Spread Gayle Ackerson Steve Ainsworth I)on Allen Mary Allen Steve Allen Jack Allison Carol Anderson Laura Anderson Michael Anderson Patricia Anderson Ronnie Andrews Joann Angotti David Anschutz Janice Anthony Terry Anthony Tim Arthurs Richard Ashford Dennis Askew Alan Astry India Atkins John Auvine Dennis Badger Connie Bagby John Baker Cynthia Balcom Jeffery Ball 164 Eddie Ballard David Bandy Shirley Barber Jack Bardo l irry Barnes Erline Bass James Bass Fulton Battershall Rod Beckham Bill Beckley John Beeson Cheryl Bennett Harold Billinger Karen Bitliker Larry Bittiker Pat Blaketer Kalhi Boatwright Debbie Boden Cathleen Bogar Judy Bost Richard Boswell Their Wings Larry Bowman Russel Boyd Barbara Braden Neil Brandes Cheryl Briggs Cheryl Brown George Brown David Broyles Barbara Brundage Mary Burch Jim Burns Cynthia Burke James Burrow Ronald Buss Gary Wooderson, Ruskin's Sophomore homebound stu- dent, participates in class through a School-To-Home in- tercom unit. Sally Byington Jack Cahoon Chris Cold well Mike Callen 165 Connie Callihan Sue Calvert James Canfield Linda C arcy Harold Carl Walter Carleton Larry Carpenter Alice Carry Lynnda Carvell Diane Cassity Terri Castiglia Marie Cataldo Jeanne Cauthon Sid Chandler Gwynn Chaney l nce Christopherson Linda Chuinley Barbara Clark Judy Clark John Coffman Bob Coleman a k o Wi r? (ill's Mary Coleman Bob ('.oilier Linda Codings Patricia Colyer Wayne Combs Linda Conroy Robert Conroy Jackqueline Cook Linda Cooper Michael (k)oper Jim Copple Cindy Correll Gerald Couch Marion Courtney Mike Crais Mike Craig Debbie Cramer Dianne Crawford Connie Crist John Critchfield Brenda Croswhite 166 Old Glory and Ruskin’s Golden Eagle fly together. John Cubine Ann Cunko Larry Cunko Mary Cunningham Larry Curtice I heodore Dahl Linda Dalton jacquelin Darnell Jess Davis Phyllis Davis Richard Davis Vernon Davison Jim Day John Day- Tom Day John Dollarhide Peggy Dossett Sharon Downs ea «•« 6 AM Michael Edmonds Mike Edwards Fred Eggers Richard Eisler Jill Endler Florence Engle Anita Etzenhouser Jackie Evans Class Of '67 Morgan Evans Linda Everhart Linda Falke Nancy Farmer (Catherine Faron David Fast Pat Ferguson Janet Fimple Paula Findly Daniel Finn Renate Fischer Darlene Fisher William Fixer Michael Flannery Hill Flora Malcolm Florea Barbara Floyd James Floyd Terry Forbis Robert Fossey l ed Fountain 167 Gloria Franano Dale Francisco Anne French Andrea Fulmer Karla Futvoye Julia Gagliano Rebecca Gamble William Garner Darla Gaylord Karen Gerhart Joseph Gerleman Stephen Gfeller Sharon Gillam Sandy Gillespie Claudia Glaspcy Carolyn Glenn Cheryl Gobrecht Carolyn Goings Carl Golden Katherine Gollahon Carlos Gomez Natalie Gomez Danny Goodman Arnold Gordon Felicia (iore Kay Gorman Benson Gowler Mary Graham Tom Greving Karen Grimes Sharen Grimes Sharon Grosshart Linda Gumminger Susan Cuth Jeff Guy Richard Hackett Donna Hadlock Sibyl Haler Janet Hall Linda Hall Don Hallum Pamela Halstead Stephen Halula Thomas Hammond Lucinda Hangley Rosemary Hannon Diane Harrelson Diana Hart Larry Hartnett Russell Haun Donna Havlic Karen Haynes Virginia Hayse Linda Hayworth Glenda Heckart Wanda Hendrix Susan Henny 168 Joyce Henson Linda Herrell Pearl Herrera Brenda Hicken Kathy Hildebrandt Waller Hill Carol Hinds Linda Hinds Connie Hittle Roger Hobson Cary Holifield Laura Hollingshead Tamara Hombs Michael Horan Linda Howell Linda Hughes Nancy Hughes Richard Hummel Steven Hurst Bill Hutchison Greg Ingels Sophomores Begin To Fly r William Ingersoll Larry Jacobson Mary Jo Janner James Jarrell Jacqueline Jensen Linda Johnson Richard Johnson Barbara Jones Gary Jones John Jones Mitchell Jones Sharon Joseph Terry Joslin Sue Jovaag Jim Cairo takes careful aim as he prepares to raise the score. 169 Marsha Kee Lawrence Keller Ronald Kenney Diane Kepple Cheryl Killion Lawrence King Kay Kinsey Cathy Kirks David Klein Bonnie Knitter Barbara Krause Suzanne Kresley Steve Kurtz Jeanetta Lakey Dennis Lancaster Stephanie Larson Debbie Laub Jeanette I-ecuru Alan Ijecuyer Liz Light foot Charla Lightner David Lindley David Lindsey Kenneth Lines Steven Linstrom Susan Littlefield Barbara I.ogan Kathryn I.ogsdon Linda lx max James Ixmg Danny Lowery Carolyn Loveland Janis Lundeen Janice Lutjen Mary Lutjen Barbara Lyon Richard McAllister Saundra McCrackin Mike McClain Ronald McClain Bill McDonald Christine McFarland Sophomores exchange ideas in a discussion on social problems 170 Michael McFarland Gail McGan Mary McGee I Sirica Me Mannis Kent McMeen John McMillan Michael McMillan Mary Jane McMurray Jim McNally Mary Ellen Mackay Donald Mackey Mike Magee Sandra Magee Darlene Mais Paul Maltox Harry Maloney Nancy Mann Mark Manor Sharon Marshall Chris Martina Deriih Massey Mary Massey James Menaugh Carl Mergell David Messmer Charles Messmer Class Of ’67 Gary Messmer Emily Miller James Miller Dawn Miller Brenda Milsap Sandra Milum William Mollenhour Herman Mollman Cindy Mollman Carolyn Moore James Moore Mary Moore Sam Moore Jack Morris Madalayne Morrone John Morton Ralph Morion Jim Musick Larry Muza Chester Myrick Lucille Myrick 171 Judy Naleway Mike Nault Terri Nave (•ary Nelson David Nickerson Tom Nic kerson Floyd Nuzum Tim O’Nell Philip Osborne Margie Owen Kathy Owens Patricia Owens William Omer Debbie Pacetti Mike Page Glenna Parks Gary Patton Raymond Paul Jeri Payne Rita Peak David Peebles Norma Peebbles Debbie Pennington J. Eugene Pennington Kathy Pennington Linda Pepperdine John Peters Mary Peterson Jack Pierson Ron Pinaire Debbie Pittman Marsena Phillips Ronald Polston Paul Pool Steven Pope I tDonna Post ■ n 4 Marie Powell Paul Presbury Doyle Price Ron Price Sandra Prock Roberta Putnum Wallace Quinn Deborah Raby Donna Raby Bob Rakoski Kathy Randolph Marilyn Randall Constance Rapp Craig Rathbun Regina Raupp Hazel Rector William Rector Sandra Register Philip Reichel Douglas Rhoades James Rhoades 172 Michael Ric h Carrol Ricketts Linda Kimmer Susan Rithford Joseph Ri k John Roberts David Robertson Gale Rockley Steven Rogers Sharon Rose Sally Rosloff Robert Ross Darla Rough Saundra Routh Susan Routh Carolyn Rowe Sandra Ruud Dennis Ryan Angela Russo Sandra Salley Don Sanders Sophomores Settled Down To Serious Studying Steve Sanders Pat Sartain Ethel Sawyer Richard Sayles m Linda Schroeder Ron Schroer Tom Schuch Keith Schultz Risa Scovill David Scrivner David Seaboldt James Sealv Janet Seek Randy Seiner Janice Selby Barry Sell mov er Sharon Seymor Christine Shafer Charles Selton Mike Shepherd Judh Sheppard Dale Sherrard David Shop Brad Short June Short Patrick Shorthose Sharon Simcoe Kic hard Simpson Linda Skaggs George Smith Harry Smith Kathy Smith Kirk Smith Linda Smith Patricia Smith Phyllis Smith Roxie Smith Sandra Smith Bill Snorgrass Claudia Snow Mark Spears Sondra Speers Linda Spencer Karen Sprinkle Danny Stigall Mark Slock Bruc e Stocker Class Of Barbara Stone Penny Stoneman Christine Stover Pam Strada Stanley Strain Barbara Strawn Delores Stucker Gary Stoddard James Suddarth 174 Dennis Sullivan Sondra Summers Steven Svanda Sharon Tombaugh Bill Traskowsky Jerome Swisher Mike Sykes Diane Taggart Ben Taylor Bill Taylor Danny Taylor Deborah Taylor James Taylor Ron Taylor Steve Taylor lx retta Terry David Thomas Robert Thomas Terry Thomas Bob Thompson Larry Thompson Stephen Thompson Judith Tucker Larry Van Cil Steven Van Dyke Lawrence Vansandt Gary Vasko Terry Vasterling Donna Vaughn Joseph Verebelyi Jan Via Harold Vinson Dayrel Walker Ann Wall Mike Walsh Paula Ward Randy Warner Glenda Warren Lynn Warren Patricia Watkins Max Webb Richard Webb William Weber I-ee Weff Ron Wessley John West Edward Westmoreland Flo Westmoreland 175 Andrea Wheeler Paul Wheeler Mary White Tom Wightman Jerry Wilbur Sue Williams Linda Wilmurth Carol Wilson Dave Wilson Sharon Wilson Malinda Wilson Teresa Wilson I.ane Windmiller Sandy Wing Duane Woner Rick Woodard Cheryl Woolery Carol Worth Madeline Wright Mike Wright Vernon Wright Byron Wrinkle Harlan Yenne Dennis Young Terry Young Tonja Young Linda Zieber Linda Zimmerman LATE ENROLLEES: ROW ONE: Linda Vinson, Russell Dixon, Toni Baker. ROW TWO: Joe Arbisi, Harold Travis, Gary Dover, Nicki McCullough. Not Pictured List Karen Beach Cathy Bradshaw Virgil Bridges Edward Casady John Cassidy Barbara Clark Ronald Cullen James Cullen Judy Day Cassandra Flynn Joe Flynn David Garler Nancy Garoutte Jackie Honeley Jerry Johnson Linda Kerns Martha Lindeman John Long Judy Mayer Walter Merrill Dan Mosley Elizabeth Nagy I-ee Neff Carolyn Neville Dan Nichols Julia Oldham Gary Payne Karen Poage Alex Rojas Maurice Rowe Kathy Rowland George Shoffner Bruce Smith William Summers Donna Vaughn Jack W?hite Robert Wray Forrest Young 176 CLASS OFFICERS: Bob Riseman, President; Mike Cooper, Vice- President; Mary McCoy, Treasurer; Shirley Nash, Secretary. Juniors Pursue Goal Of School Leadership David Adams Diana Adams Connie Allard Steve C. Allen Ellen Anderson Unda Anderson a � M « Ki f V ' Louie Anderson Greg Andrew Carol Amos Unda Archer Bruce Atkinson Bob Aubuchon Joe Badali Don Baker Jody Balestrere Ron Baughman Ronald Bee he I Herb Berkley Eddie Beckman Tim Bell Jim Belval Karen Bentrop John Benson Charles Berglund Larry Berthelsen Mary Binegar Jim Bishop Mike Biven Jane Blacketer Marini Blakely Unda Boatwright Stan Bodenhcimer Eddie Bollinger Susie Boone Virginia Bost 177 Pam Bowling Sieve Boxx Libby Boyles Jay Bramble Bob Brammer Sharon Brandes Pamala Brandon Tony Brandi Donna Brashears Pal Briggs Susie Brosnahan Frances Brown Joe Brown Linda Brown Nancy Brown Joan Bryan Ken Bryan Linda Buck man Gary Buddemeyer Carla Bussel Becky Buller Class Of ’66 Susan Buller worth Ron Byers Margaret Byxbe Jim Cairo Mike Calegari Diane Calvert Bea Caponette John Caracci Susan Carnes Kathy Carpino Lyneile Carr Pal Cassidy Ted Cassidy Judy Cawthon Julie Chalmers Sieve Charpie Henry Chavez Peggy Clapp Keith Cline Kathy Cochrane Roger Clark Hungry Ruskiniles line-up ai the Junior Stand to satisfy their hunger. 178 Julie Collier Unda Collins Gary (x mbs Mike Connelly Gary Conner Marcia Conner Steven Cook Cliff Cooper Ix retta Cooper Ron Cooper l-arry Copas Connie Cor re II Dennis Coyle Terry Crane Rodney Crawford Wanda Crenshaw Mike Cross Jeanne Crump Elaine Cunningham Doug Davenport Brenda Davidson I ura Davis Sandy Davis Steve Davis Sandy Day Walter Day Rick Dayoub Janice DeFalma Janice Deusch Jerry Dickey Anita Dillon Steven Dins more David Doistein Aurelia Dougan Marlene Drennon Gail Driver Larry Dungan Cheryl Duple Sharon Dutcher Steve Dwyer Harold Dyer John Eager Janice Edwards Gail Eisenberger Pam Kiserman Terry Ellis Rocky Etzenhouser 179 Nancy Falor Charles Farris Fat Ferguson Mike Fi .er Bill Fletcher Mike Floyd Charles Forbes Mike Fordemwalt Judy Francis Bill Franklin Bob Franklin Candy Freeman Beth Froclich Don Fromhold Gary Fugate Don Camber Jo Gamble Judy Gamble Hazel Geer Fdith Gerleman Barbara Gibson Gary Gibson Glenda Gilstrap Eldon Cinder Lynn Gipson Tom (HKxiale Carolyn Grabast Robert Gregor Bob Hailey Estella Hail Linda Hall Cheryl Hamilton Chet Hammontree Harold Haney Marrion Harmon Ron Harmon Ken Harris Mary Hart Bob Hartman Rita Hatman Bill Helbling Dennis Henderson Chert Henry- Sherry Herl John Hetherington Donald Hicks Cheryl Higginbotham Dorothy Hill Mike Hitchcock 180 Pal Hitchcock Marsha Holdeman Rosie Hooten Roland Hoover Kay Hopkins Doren Howard Richard Howell Jack Hughes Ron Hughs .Sharon Hume Tom Humphrey Charles Hunt Marcia Hurclbrink Karen Hurst Ron Hutchinson Susan Hyson Don Ireland Mike Iverson Tim Jackman Jimmy Jackson Melva Johnson Juniors Steer A Steady Course Pat Johnson Fred Johnston Eddie Jones Frank Jones Bill Juenger Peggy Kastl Shirley Kean Jerry Jones Joe Jones 1jnda Jones Sue Jones Ruskin cats quench thirst for knowledge. - Dick Kelley Marie Kemp Mary Kemp Sherry Kempinger Telly Kennedy Linda Kerns John Kiefer Larry King Larry King Barr)- Klee Laura Kniepfel David Knight Pam Knoy Cherylee Koenig Bruce Koont . Marlies Kulke Gary l adwig Randy l ajoie Unda Uimb Cheryl Lancaster Marvin I angford Richard I.as well Unda La Velle Unda lister Unda Ucata Warren Lindsey John Lillie Raymond Little Bill Iivingston Connie Lxigan Terry L.udeke Joyce Lutjen Iinda McClain Rosemary McClain Mike McCready Mike McDaniels Gloria McElhaney Art McElroy Pat McFerrin Sandy McGrath Kathy McHenry Sharon McKenzie Bill Mcl.aughlin Gary McMahan Vicki McMahon Jan Stringer takes the pause that refreshes. 182 I Bill McMillin Pat Mc Millin Marilyn Mahoney Verne Mahoney James Malic oat Gary Mansfield Iinda Marsh Gene Martin Karen Mathes Stan Mathes Joyce Matlock David Matteson Bryant Mayhugh Helen Mayhugh Debbie Mellicker Gary Merrill Gayle Merritt Nicki Millard v ' Art Miller Butch Miller Heidi Miller Pat Miller Class Of ’66 Rodney Miller Ron Miller Rick Mills Gary Mitchell Rex Mi .ner Iinda Moore Pat Moran Barbara Morcha Bob Morgan Jack Morgan Judy Morgan Steve Morgan John Morris Charlotte Morrison Pam Morrison Dave Mosby Steve Mosby Phillip Moulder Barbara Moyer Jimmy Mullenax Beverly Nading Bob Neff I ana Nelson Deborah New Phyliss Newberry 183 David Newman Candy Newsom Margie Nicholson Frances Novotny Jim Oakley I jnda Obersie John Oldham Cheryl Oliver John Oliver Susan Omer Mike O’Neill Cecelia Orlando Janet Osborn Glenn Owens Carol Pact Randi Parketon Darrell Parks Donieta Patton Don Payne Sharon Payne Danny Peak (Connie Perrin Jim Perry Carolyn Peters Barry Peterson Kathy Peterson Jean Petrie Boh Phillips Janice Phillips Linda Pierce Don Pinnick Merit Pool Ray Porter Cheryl Port man Wanda Powell Ron Price Don Prock Cherry Pugh Larry Pulos William Pulos Bob Quick Charlene Rankin Deanna Raupp Louis Reale Mike Rcdfern Mary Reid linger Nancy Reuter Danny Rhodes Nancy Rhodes Kathleen Richards Carla Richardson Sylvia Richmond Jennifer Riley Jane Ringo James Robbins Gary Rock ley Pat Rodgers 184 Fat Rogers Pidge Rogers Linda Roper Linda Ross Scott Rupert Jim Russell Paul Russell Jackie Ryan Dorinda Sagascr Linda Saiing Barbara Schrader Maurice Scobee Gloria Scott Mike Scott Monty Scott Sandy Scott Sherry Scott Wayne Scon Diane Sharpe Woodrow Shelton Terry Shi reman Sophisticated Upperclassmen Approach Senior Status Mark Smith Robin Smith Sheila Smith Steve Smith Tim Smith Lynn Smoot Kent Shurmantine Mike Sinnett Donna Slocum Jean Slocum Daniel Skinner Diana Skof f John Smith Larry Smith Junior officers get an early start on prom ref reshment plans. 185 David Snow I)oug Sparks Sharon Spehar Shcrie Spellen Linda Sprinkle Lois Steinman Carla Stephens Bobby Stevens Gary Stoffer Barbara Stoll Janet Stoneman David Stotlar Kathy Strada Bob Strawn Janet Stringer Robert Siucker Rita Sumners Perry Sweeny Ix e Swisher David Syvinski Terry Taggart Steve I'eaford George Temple Boh Terry Jane Thomas Paul Thurman Sandy Timmons Edwin Tompkins Tom Tompkins Jim Tosh Cheryl Trabue Lee Tucker John Valenti Class Of ’66 John Van Hoecke Roberta Van Meter Cynthia Varner Juanita Vaught Linda Wadsworth Kay Warlord Lynn Warren Terry Warren Jo Ann Waters Juniors engage in their favorite pastime. 186 Larry Watson Joanna Wcaverling Candy Webb Margie Wells Gary Welty John West David Wet more Dee W'heeler Donna White Jerry White Ijnda While Dan Williams Marilyn Williams Mike Williams Terri Williams Rill Wilson Marilyn Wilson Pat Wilson Lynn WindmiUer Sharon Woolridge Mary Wright Fumio Yamashiro James Young Steve Ziarco Not Pictured Larry Banks John Brazeal Becky Christopherson Norman Collins Randall Copenhauer Diane Douglas Jerry Dunn Ijnda Ewing Raymond Fallen Carol Gliem Charles Mackey Verne Mahorney Roy Mount Carl Peterson Kathleen Richards Mark Smith Mike Smith Tim Smith Pat Van Dyke LarryWarren Jo Ann Zolnowski f L S n NieMtc MOMi ■) J On November 23, 1964, Eric Shope, an active junior at Ruskin, passed away as a result of a serious illness. The Ruskin students responded by setting aside December 17 as Eric Shope Day. This young man’s courage will remain as an example for all in the future. The esteem of the stu- dent body for Eric was shown by a donation made to his family. 187 Eric Shope On the day before Christinas vacation, the Concert Choir sang carols throughout the school. Below, members of the Mirage staff scan class lists to identify pictures. Informal dances, sponsored by the Student Council, provided an atmosphere for the latest dances. 188 Graduation is a ray of hope that lights the future. 189 LISTON ABBOT SHARON ADAMS SANDY AINSWORTH MICHAEL ALLARD DUKE ANTONE TERRY ANTOS ’65 Seniors SHARON ASTLES JANET APPLEGATE CAROL ARMSTRONG LINDA ARMSTRONG 190 KATHY ATKINSON TERRY AULGUR JIM AUVIGNE MIKE BADGER 191 IRENA BASS TERRY BAYLESS ROBERT BELI. SHARON BENTROP CHARLES BEACH GARY BEER RALPH BERGLUND ALYCE BICKFORD SHEILA BISHOP DON BIVEN As A Senior Symbol, Class Rings Flash 192 LINDA BLACK JOAN BOATWRIGHT PENNIE BODEN DANNY BOND DOUGLAS BOOTH JOHN BOUCK ANN BOURN ROB BIN BOWKS SHARON BOWES JOHN BRADLEY MICHAEL BRADLEY SUE BRAY KATHRYN BROWN LARRY BROWN Exhaustion is reflected on the face of Shirley Curtice at an upperclassmen assembly rehearsal. % 193 VICKI BUCHANAN ROBERTA BUCK BARBARA BURGESS CHARLENE BURKE SHEILA BURNETTE ROBB IN BUCKNER GLENDA BURTON EDWARD BUSH JOHN BUSS RONALD BUSSARD Mrs. Langford, college counselor, discusses test scores with the four Ruskin National Merit semi-finalists. 194 GEORGE CALEY RICHARD CALVERT JACK LIN CASEY KENNETH CASTEEL ’65 Seniors BEVERLY CAVERTY MARY JO CLARK CARMEN CELLA CHARLES CHABINO BARBARA CHRISMAN 195 196 MIKE COX JANE CRAWFORD JIM CRAWLEY KATHY CROSS STAN CURRY SHIRLEY CURTICE JULIE DANIELS don DARRAH As Senioritis Sets In, Grades Seem To Lower In Direct Proportion 197 LINDA DARRAH DIANA DAVENPORT MARY ELLEN DAVIS NANCY DAVIS ROBERT DAVIS RONALD DAVIS SHEILA DA VOLT RALPH DAY SHEILA DELLES DIANNA DEBTS ’65 Seniors RICHARD DICKENSON GERALD DOELLING KARF.N DOMS BARBARA DORMAN 198 CURTIS DORRELL JO ANN DOZIER DON DRAPER DALE DRIVER DAVID EDWARDS JANNA EDWARDS Marilyn McCahon smiles as she prepares a humorous an- nouncement. 199 TERRY EDWARDS KARL EGGERS 200 JOE FORTUNE LYNN FOSSEY MIKE ERITSHALL MARTHA FROUNFEI.TER TININA FUCHSLOCHER JANET GABBERT BARBARA GIBSON DONA GIBSON ’65 Seniors GARY GALSTER MARTHA GARDNER HARRIET GIPSON ELAINE GIBSON GREG GIBSON LYNDA GIBSON 201 BONNIE GLIEM VICKI GOLDEN MARIE GOODMAN RONNIE GOODMAN LARRY GOUGE TODD GRAHAM A bowl of potato chips occupies the center of attention, as senior girls get together for a jam-session. BARBARA GROSSHART JEFF GRUBBS JANICE HADDEN WILLIAM HAILEY PAUL HALEY TONY HAITI M JERRY HALSTEAD SUE HAMILTON RONALD HAMPTON PATTY HANER ’65 Seniors SANDRA HANGLEY MARY HANNON DENNIS HANSEN JOHN HARMON 203 204 DONALD HENNESSY RON A LD H EN N ESS Y LINDA HEN NY WILLIAM HENNK.H The Door Swings Shut On Four Frantic Tears SHARON HILL GARLAND HINDS ROBERT HITCHCOCK PATRICIA HOLLOWAY 205 ’65 Seniors PATRICIA HUGHES SUSAN HUGUNIN TERRY HUNT TIM HUSBY 206 TIM JACKMAN MARY JENKINS ROY JENKINS PEGGY JOHNSON BILL JOHANSEN rk DARYL JONES 207 Senior Pep Club members enjoy a reserved section in pep assemblies. JANICE JONES JUDY JONES PATRICIA ALICE JONES PATRICIA ANN JONES JACKIE KIBLER LINDA KIRBY 208 Ruskin’s Bell Symbolizes The Ringing Of The Senior Spirit RONALD KREISEL DENISE KRUEGER GERALD LACEY NITA LAKEY 209 JAMIE LAMAR GLORIA LAMB DON LANCASTER WILLIAM LANG EORREST LEWIS WANDA LEWIS ’65 Seniors 210 MARILYN LOMBARDO RON LUTON NANSI MAACH BONNIE MACKEY DEBBIE MAJORS EDDY MALOTTE TERRY MARKUS EDDIE MATHIS ROBERT MAYER Even Seniors can be initiated! 211 BILL McCLAIN DON McELROY PAMELA McKINNIE JIM MEADE FRANCES McCOY PEGGY McMEEN CAROL MICHAEL judy McFarland DENNIS MAYHUGH MARILYN McCAHON LARRY McCOY JACK McCREARY 212 Bob Whitsitt and crew decide to find out if John Buss will bounce. BONNIE MILLER CHARLES MILLER SANDY MILLER SPENCER MILLER WALTER MILNE GLENDA MILUM NANCY MISENHELTER CARL MISNER The Class Of ’65 Passes On, But The Front Railing Remains JIM MITCHELL RAY MOORE DONNA MORAN ANN MORELAND ROBERT MORTON JAMES MOSLEY JIM MORK CLYDE MORRISON NICK NEMMERS ’65 Seniors PETE NEMMERS 214 CAROLYN NIELSON KAREN NOLAND KEITH NOLAND BILL NUTT SUSAN PAYNE DEBBIE O’BRYAN SHARON O’BANNON KAREN O’CONNOR LARRY OSBORNE GARY OVERTON Linda Piper applies a moist hot pack to Lynn Fossey’s arm as part of a Home Nursing demonstration in Senior Home- Ec. MARK PAUL HERBERT PARSONS 215 TERRY PARKER STEVEN PARKER KATHERINE PALMARINF BARBARA PADGETT -jr. LADENE PENNY Dr. Charles Wilson of Central Missouri State College speaks to students and parents at Ruskin's annual college night, held on November 24. JAMES PERS1NG 216 THERESA PETERSON MARIJEAN PICARD Freshman Apprentices Became Senior Leaders ROWANNA PULLIAM DAVID PUTNAM LINDA QUALLS LAWRENCE QUICK 217 MARY QUIGG JANET RAMING JOE REED TYLER REED LINDA RICKEY TERRY RILEY ’65 Seniors 218 ROGER ROBERTS VERORA ROGERS YVONNE ROLL DOYEL ROLLER JOHN ROPCHOCK DOUG ROSEN JUDITH ROSLOFF EDDIE ROYSTER VICKI SANSTRA CHERYL SCHROEDER KENTON SCHROER Tinina enjoys the company of her AFS friends. LOUIS SCHUMACHER SUSAN SCOTT 219 220 BRUCE SIMPSON SANDRA SLEDGE BRUCESMITH GARY SMITH HOWARD SMITH Sudden Sophistication Rests Heavily On Senior Shoulders 221 MARY ANN SPARKS RAYMOND STEWART GEORGIA STITT JOYCE STOCKER DORIS STORMS ELIZABETH STRAIN NELS STRAND HARRY STROUP NANCY SVANDA DENNIS SWEARINGIN ’65 Seniors LOWELL SWINDLER BETH TAYLOR JOHN TAYLOR RON TAYLOR 222 GARY THOMPSON CHARLOTTE TOLER JOE VOGLER LINDA WACKERMAN 223 JEROME WARREN BEVERLY WHITE MARGARET WILBUR TOM WAGGONER EDWARD WALTON SUSAN W ALTON DOUGLAS WHITNEY PAMELA WHITSITT MARI LOU WELDEN PATRICIA WEBBER HARRY WEGLEY Putting together an upperclass assembly number isn't all work. ROBERT W HITSITT 224 CHARLENE WILSON DOUGLAS WILSON EDITH WILSON LARRY WISEMAN Eyes Grow Misty As Graduation Nears 225 BRENDA WITT LYNN WOHLBERG KERRY WOLFF ROSE WOODROME BOB WOOLERY LINDA WRIGHT SHERRY YARBROUGH FORREST YOUNG LORINDA ZETMEIR ’65 Seniors PATRICIA ZIRBEL Not Pictured MAXINE ANDRIES GLENDA JOYCE NEACE JIM ATKISSON LINDA JOY NEACE JOYCE BAKER BILL O’NEAL DANNY BOND I HOMAS PIERSON PATRICIA BROWNING MICHAEL RIORDAN LEN CARTER THOMAS SCHARLAU ROBERT CALTHON DOUGLAS SMITH DON GENE COOPER JOHN THOMPSON RICHARD CRABB PATTY VAN LIEU KAY DURTECHI LOUISE WEEKS RICHARD MORGAN SANDRA ZAGURSKI THOMAS MCDANIEL Alan Harris leads ihe seniors in electing their new class officers. Seniors set a fine example. 227 Senior Activity Index A ADAMS, SHARON Office Help 12; Pep Club 12: Transferred from Paseo 12. AINSWORTH, SANDY Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10,11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. ALLARD, MICHAEL Debate Club 1 1; Track 12. ANTONE, DUKE Track 12. APPLEGATE, JANET F.H.A. 10; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 11,12. ARMSTRONG, CAROL Assemblies 9,10; EI Circulo Espanol 9,10,11, Vice-President 10; E.T.A. 10,11, Recording Sec- retary 11; Mirage 12: National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 10,11,12. ARMS PRONG, LINDA Art Contests 10,11,12; F.H.A. 9,10; Pep Club 10; Underclass Chorus 9,10. ATKINSON, KATHY Assemblies 9,10; El Circulo Espanol 11,12, Sec- retary 12; Pep Club 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10.' AULGUR, TERRY All School Musical 10,11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11, 12; Band 9.10.11,12; Band Contests 9,10.11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. B BAKER, GAIL All School Musical 12; Choir 12; Assemblies 12; F.H.A. 10; Glee Club 12; Junior Stand 11; R.G.A.A. 11,12. BANKS, LARRY Drafting Contest 10; Track 10,11. BARNES. TERRY Hi-Light 12; J.C.L. 9,10: Quill Scroll 12; Un- derclass Chorus 9. BASS, IRENA Esthetics 11; Medical Career Club 11,12; Office Help 12. BAYLESS, TERRY Assemblies 11,12: Basketball 9; Choir 11,12; Music Contests 9,10,11; Football 9; Glee Club 10,11.12; R-Club 11,12; Track 9,10,11.12. BEACH, CHARLES Assemblies 9; El Circulo Espanol 10; Junior Stand 11,12: Manager 12; Science Club 9,10,11, 12, Treasurer 12: Wrestling 11,12, Co-Captain 12. BELL, ROBERT Glee Club 12. BENTROP, SHARON Assemblies 10; Junior Stand 11: Office Help 10,11: Underclass Chorus 10. BERGLUND. RALPH Chemistry Contest 10; Drafting Contest 11; Foot- ball 9,11,12: J.C.L. 9,10; National Honor Society 10,11,12; R-Club 12; Science 9,10,11,12; Tennis 9.10,1 1,12; U nderclass Chorus 9,10. BIVEN, DON All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12; Assemblies 9, 12; Speech Arts Contest 12; Thes- pians 11,12, President 12; All School Talent Show 12. BLACK. LINDA J.C.L. 9,10; Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. BOATWRIGHT, JOAN Class Officer, Treasurer 12; El Circulo'Espanol 9,10,11,12, President 12; FTA 11,12, Vice- President 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Of fice Help 12; Pep Club 9,10,11,12, Checker 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. BODEN, PENNIE Mirage Staff 10,11, Copy Editor 10,11, Hi-Light Staff 12, News Editor 12; J.C.L. 9,10; FTA 9,10, 11,12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Quill Scroll 12; Spelling Contest 9,10,11,12; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 12. BOOTH, DOUGLAS All School Musical 12; All School Talent Show 12; 228 Assemblies 10; Shop Contest 9; Speech Arts 12; Student Council 11,12; Track 9,10; Underclass Chorus 9,10. BOUCK, JOHN Thespians 9; Radio Club 11; Junior Stand 11; Underclass Chorus 10; All School Musical 10. BOWES. BOBBIN All School Play 12; Glee Club 11. BOWES, SHARON J.C.L. 10; National Honor Society 11,12; Pep Club 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. BRADLEY, MICHAEL Band 9,10,11,12; Band Contest 9,10,11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 10,11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; All School Musical 11,12: Glee Club 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 11, Liaison Officer 11: Wrestling 12. BRAY, SUE R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Esthetics Club 9: Assemblies 9,10; Underclass Chorus 10. BROWN, KATHRYN Assemblies 10; J.C.L. 10. BUCHANAN, VICKI R.G.A.A. 9,10,11; Assemblies 9; Choir 11,12; Choir Contest 11.12; Glee Club 11,12; Home- coming Attendant 9,12; Pep Club 9,10; “The Singers” 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. BUCK. ROBERTA Assemblies 11; Band 9; junior Stand 11; R.H.A.L.S. 11; Office Help 1 i. 12. BUCKNER, ROBB1N Assemblies 9; Football 9; Underclass Chorus 9,10. BURGESS, BARBARA Underclass Chorus 10. BURKE, CHARLENE J.C.L. 9,10; Medical Careers Club I 1,12; Office Help 12; Underclass Chorus 9. BURNETTE, SHEILA Pep Club 9,10,11; El Circulo Espanol 10,11: Assemblies 10; Office Help 12. BUSS, JOHN Assemblies 10,11,12; Cross Country 12; Football 10,11; Glee Club 12; J.C.L. 10; Junior Stand II; Office Help 12; Science Club 9.10,11: Student Council 11,12, Treasurer 12; Track 9,10.11.12. c CADY, PAT Pep Club 9,10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12: Office Help 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. CALDWELL, DON Band 9.10,11,12; Band Contest 10,11,12; Rendez- vous Francais 11; Assemblies 9,10,1 1.12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. CA1.F.Y, GEORGE Transferred from Paseo 11; Football 11,12: R- Club 11,12. CAMPBELL. CONNIE Choir 11,12; Vocal Contest 10,11,12; Assem- blies 9,10,11.12; F.H.A. 9; Glee Club 10,11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Office Help II: Thespians 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; District 12 Years. CAMPO, ROBERT Assemblies 9; F.T.A. 11,12; J.C.L. 9. CAPPS, JUDY Thespians 12; Medical Careers Club 12; All School Musical 12. CARTER, DIXIE R.G.A.A. 10,11.12; Pep Club 11,12; Art Contest 10,11; Underclass Chorus 10. CAVER I Y. BEVERLY Assemblies 10; R.H.A.L.S. 11,12; Junior Stand 11; Underclass Chorus 10; Office Help 11. CERRA, CARMEN Track 10. CHRISMAN, BARBARA Underclass Chorus 10. CLARK, MARYJO Pep Club 10,11,12: Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10, 11,12, Secretary-Treasurer 11; F.T.A. 11.12: Office Help 10,12; Junior Stand 11: Underclass Chorus 9. CLEARY, PATRICK Track 9,10,11.12; Assemblies 10,12; All School Musical 12; All School Play 12; Vocal Contest 12: Glee Club 12; R-Club Chorus 10. COCHRANE, ROBERT El Circulo Espanol 11.12; Medical Careers Club 11.12: junior Stand 11; Science Club 12; Wres- tling 11,12. 229 COFFMAN, ROBERT Football 9,10,11,12; R-Club 11,12; Track 9,10. COLEMAN, ANN All School Musical 12; All School Plav I 1; Assem- blies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11,12; Vocal Contest 10, II. 12; (llee Club 10,11,12; Hi-Light Staff 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 10,11,12, Checker 11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12, Vice-President 11, President 12; “The Singers” 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. COMBS, ROBERT Hi-Light Staff 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10. CONNELLY. KATHLEEN All School Musical 9; Assemblies 9,10,11; Art Contest 11; Esthetics 9,10,11; Hi-Light 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Underclass Chorus 9. COOPER, LOWELL All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10,11,12; Band Contest 9,10,11,12; Drama Contest'11,12. CORNELIUS, ALICE Assemblies 12; Choir 12; Vocal Contest 12. COSTELLO, DIANA Assemblies 10,11; Junior Stand 11; Office Helper 11,12; Rendez-Vous Francais 9; R.G.A.A. 11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. COX, MIKE R-Club 11.12; Track 9,10,11,12. CRAWFORD, JANE Assemblies 9,10; Contest 9,10; Esthetics Club 9; F.H.A. 9; Office Help 12; Underclass Chorus 9.10. CROSS, KATHY All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12; Assemblies 9,11,12; Choir 1 1,12; Drama Contest 11,12; Vocal Contest 10,11,12; El Circulo Es- panol 9,10; F.T.A. 9,11; Glee Club 10,11,12; “The Singers” 12; Thespians 10,11,12, Vice- President 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 11,12. CURRY, STAN Assemblies 10; Basketball 10,11,12; Class Presi- dent 12 J.C.L. I I; Office Help 12; R-Club 11,12; Student Council 12; Track 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. CURTICE, SHIRLEY Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Cheerleader 10,11,12; Choir 12; Class Secretary 12; Vocal Contest 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10.11.12; Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 11,12; Girls’ State 11; Science Fair Award 10. CURTIS, ZELA Office Help 12; Pep Club 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11, 12; Underclass Chorus 10. D DAMON, FREDERICK Assemblies 9; J.C.L. 9,10; Medical Careers Club 11; Science Club 9,10,11,12, Vice-President 11; Underclass Chorus 9. DARRAH, LINDA Assemblies 9,11,12; Office Help 11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. DAVENPORT, DIANE Esthetics Club 9,10,11; Art Contest 11; Pep Club 10,11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Office Help 12. DAVIS, MARY ELLEN Thespians 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. DAVIS, NANCY Assemblies 10,11; F.G.A. 9,10; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 10; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Underclass Chorus 10. DA VOLT, SHEILA Assemblies 9,10,11; Pep Club 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Thespians I 1; Office Help 12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. DEBUS, DIANNA El Circulo Espanol 11; R.G.A.A. 11,12; Office Help 12; Transferred from Michigan 10. DEMETREUS, DIANE Esthetics 9,10,11; Historian 10, Treasurer 11; Office Help 11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. DEPONT, PAT Assemblies 9,10; Office Help 11, 12; Underclass Chorus 10. , DICKINSON, DICK Assemblies 10; Basketball 9,10; Football 9,10,11, 12; R-Club 10,11,12; Track 9,10,11; Underclass Chorus 10. 230 DOELLING, GERALD Assemblies 9,10,11,12: Band 9,10; Band Con- test 9,10; Junior Stand 11; Radio Club 11; Rendez-Vous Francais 11; Science Club 9,10; Screaming Eagles Band 10; All School Talent Show 10,11. DOMS, KAREN Assemblies 9,11,12; Mirage Staf f 10,11,12, J unior Editor 11, Senior Editor 12; Office Help 12; Pep Club 11,12; Quill Scroll 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10,11; Underclass Chorus 10; Girls’ State 11. DORMAN, BARBARA Transferred f rom Southeast 11; R.G.A.A. 12. DOZIER, JO ANN Office Help 12; R.G.A.A. 11; Underclass Chorus 10. DRAPER, DON Basketball 9,10,11,12; Football 9,10; Office Help 12; R-Club 10,11,12; Track 9,10,11,12. DRIVER, DALE All School Musical 10,11.12; Assemblies 9,10,11, 12; Band 9,10,11,12; Band Contest 9,10,11,12; Scholastic Contest 9,10; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Science Club 10,11,12, President 12; Screaming Eagles Band 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9. DUGAN, VIRGINIA F.T.A. 9; R.G.A.A. 10,11.12. DUNSWORTH, LEE Track 10,12. DUTCHER, JUDY Assemblies 10; Office Help II: Pep Club 11; R.H.A.L.S. 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. E EDWARDS, DAVID J.C.L. 10,11; Science Club 11,12. EDWARDS. J ANN Transferred from Paseo 12; Hi-Light Staff 12. EDWARDS. TERRY Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10,11,12; Bas- ketball 9,10,11,12; Band Contest 9,10,11.12; Vo- cal Contest 9,10,12; Glee Club 9,10,11,12; Office Help 12; Screaming Eagles Band 11,12; Tennis 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Drum Major 10, 11,12. EGGERS, KARL Band 9,10; Band Contest 9,10; Screaming Eagles Band 10. ELLIOTT, GERRY All School Musical 12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 12; Vocal Contest 9,10,11,12; Office Help 12: Glee Club 9,10,11,12; Drafting Contest 10; Underclass Chorus 9,10. ENDRESS, ALICE Assemblies 9,12; Office Help II; Pep Club 11. F FALOR, NORMA Transferred from Nevada High School. FIELDS, GENIE Mirage Staff 10,11,12, Senior Editor 11, Fresh- man Editor 12; National Honor Society 10,11; Quill Scroll 12; Hi-Light Staff 12; Photogra- pher 12; Pep Club 10.11.12; F.T.A. 9,10.11.12; Office Help 12: Underclass Chorus 10. FISCHER. BERND Wrestling 12. FISK, BEV Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10; Sweetheart Attendant 11; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 9,10. 11,12; Checker 12: Rendez-Vous Francais 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 11. FLATTERS, JAMES Vocal Contest 11; Glee Club 11; J unior Stand 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. FLOYD, COURT All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 9,10.11,12; Choir I 1.12; Vocal Contest 1 1.12; Football 9,10; Glee Club 10,11,12, Secretary II. Librarian 12; Track 9,10; Underclass Chorus 9,10. FORBIS, DONNA Transferred from Paseo 11; All School Musical 12; Assemblies 11,12; Choir 11,12; Drama Con- test 12. FOSSEY, LYNN Assemblies 9,10; Art Contest 10,11,12: Esthetics Club 11,12; Office Help 12; R.G.A.A. 10,11; District 12 Years. FRITZSHALL, MICHAEL Assemblies 9; El Circulo Espanol 10; Junior Stand 11,12; Radio Club 10; Underclass Chorus 10. 231 FROUNFELTER, MARTHA All School Musical 12: Assemblies 9,10,11.12; Cheerleader 9: Choir 11,12; Class Treasurer 10: Vocal Coniest 10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12; Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Madrigal 12; “The Singers” 11. FUCHSLOCHER, T1NINA Ruskin’s Fourth Foreign Exchange Student from Rio Bueno, Chile; Assemblies 12; El Circulo Espanol 12; Mirage Staff 12; National Honor Society 12; Pep Club 12; Quill Sc Scroll 12; Stu- dent Council 12. G GABBERT, JANET Art Contest 11; J.C.L. 10; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 11; R.G. A.A. 12. CALSTER, GARY Assemblies 9; Band 9; Band Contest 9; Football 10.11,12; Office Help 11,12; R-Club 11,12; Track 9,10. GIBSON, DONA F.H.A. 9,10; Hi-Light Staff 12; National Honor Society 11,12. GIBSON. ELAINE Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. GIBSON, GREG Assemblies 9,10,11,12; All School Musical 12; Band 9,10,11,12; Tennis Contest 11,12; Choir 12; Vocal Contest 9,10,11,12; Cross Country 11, 12; Cross Country Contest 12: Glee Club 11,12; Office Help 11,12; Tennis 9,10,11,12; Track 11, 12; Underclass Chorus. GIBSON, LYNDA Band 9; Esthetics Club 9; Pep Club 1 1. GIPSON, HARRIET Assemblies 9,10,11,12; El Circulo Espanol 9; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; R.G.A.A. 11,12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. GLIEM, BONNIE Class Secretary 10; Class Treasurer 11; F.T.A. 9; Office Help 12; Pep Club 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11, 12. GOLDEN, VICKIE Assemblies 9,10; Office Help 11; Pep Club 9,10; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Student Council 9: Underclass Chorus 10. GOODMAN, MARIE Assemblies 9,10.12; Art Contest 10,11,12; Es- thetics Club 11; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10,11.12, Secretary 12: R.G.A.A. 10,11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. GRANGER, LINDA Assemblies 9,10; Band 9,10; Band Contest 9,10; F.H.A. 9; J.C.L. 9; Junior Stand 1 I; Mirage Staff 11.12, Co-Editor 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Quill Sc Scroll 12: R.G.A.A. 11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 10; Thespians 11; Un- derclass Chorus 9. GRAVES, CAROL J.C.L. 9,10; Medical Careers Club II; R.G.A.A. 11.12. GRAVES, SHERRY F.H.A. 9. GREGORY, KEITH Basketball 9; Football 9,10,11,12; R-Club 11,12; Track 9,10. GROSSHART, BARBARA Assemblies 9,10; Band 9; Drafting Contest 11,12; Art Contest 10,11,12; Esthetics Club 10,11,12, Secretary 11, President 12; F.T.A. 10; Mirage Staff 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. GRUBBS, JEFF All School Musical 11; Assemblies 9,10,11: Band 9,10,11; Band Contest 9,10,11; J .C.I.. 9; Scream- ing Eagles Band 10,11. H HAILEY, WILLIAM H. All School Musical 12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10,11; Choir 12; Band Contest 9,10,11; Vocal Contest 12; Glee Club 11,12; Medical Ca- reers Club 11,12, Vice-President 11,12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Science Club 11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 11; Underclass Chorus 9. HALEY, PAUL ' Assemblies 12; El Circulo Espanol 10,11,12, Treasurer 11; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Science Club 10,11,12; Track 10. HALSTEAD, JERRY Drafting Contest 10,11; Junior Stand 10. HAMILTON, SUE Pep Club 12. 232 HAMPTON, RONALD Football 9,10,11,12; R-Club 11,12; Track 9,10. HANER, PAT Assemblies 10,11,12; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10: R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Un- derclass Chorus 9,10. HANGLEY, SANDRA Assemblies 10,11,12; Band 10,11,12; Drafting Contest 11; Band Contest 10,11,12; Majorette 12; Underclass Chorus 10. HANNON, MARY JO J.C.L. 10; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 12: R.G.A.A. 12. HANSEN, DENNIS Football 11; Assemblies 11. HARPER, CYNTHIA Art Contest 11; F.T.A. 11,12. HARE, CAROL All School Play 9: Assemblies 9,10; El Circulo Espanol 9,10; Esthetics Club 9; F.T.A. 11,12; Office Help 12; R.G.A.A. 11,12: Underclass Chorus 9,10. HARVEY, MICHAEL All School Musical 10,11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11, 12; Band 9,10,11,12, President 12: Band Con- test 9,10,11,12; Scholastic Contest 10; Spelling Contest 11,12: National Honor Society 10,11,12, President 12; Science Club 11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9. HECKADON,CARL Assemblies 12: Debate Contest 12: Homecoming Honor Guard 12; Cafeteria Help 9: Science Club 9,10; Drama Night 11. HEDGES, JUDY Band 9; Pep Club 9,10; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Under- class Chorus 10. HEDRICK, KATHY All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12: Band 9,10; Choir 11,12; Band Contest 9,10; Vocal Contest 11,12; Glee Club 11,12; Pep Club 9: R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; “The Singers” 11; Under- class Chorus 10. HEINZ. PAT Assemblies 9,10; Art Contest 11; J.C.L. 9: Office Help 12: Pep Club 10; R.G.A.A. 10,12; Under- class Chorus 9,10; All School Volleyball Team 9,10,11,12. HENNESSY. DONN Basketball 9,10; Class Officer, Vice-President 9, President 10; Student Council 10; Track 9,10. HENNESSY, RONN Assemblies 9,10; Basketball 9,10; Class Officer, President 9; Football 9,10,11: Olfice Help 11; R-Club 10,11,12; Student Council 9.10; Track 9,10. HENNIGH, WILLIAM Science Fair 9,12; Radio Club 10; Science Club 11.12; Wrestling 12. HENNY. LINDA Pep Club 10,11,12: Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10, 11; R.G.A.A. 10. HENRY. DIANE All School Musical 11; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11,12; Art Contest 10; Music Contests 9, 10,11,12; El Circulo Espanol 10; Esthetics 10; E.T.A. 11; Glee Club 10,11,12; Office Help 12: R.G.A.A. 10; Thespians 10; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Madrigal 12. HEYDON, DUNCAN Assemblies 12; Music Contest 9; Glee Club 9; Underclass Chorus 9,10. HIGDON, JOE Rendez-Vous Francais 9. HILL. ROBIN Assemblies 10; Esthetics9,10,11: R.G.A.A. 10,1 I: Underclass Chorus 10. HINDS, GARLAND Basketball 9,10; Football 9.10,11.12: R-Club 11,12. HITCHCOCK, ROBER T Transferred from St. Louis 11. HOLLOWAY. PATRICIA Debate Club 10,11: Junior Stand 12: Underclass Chorus 10. HOPKINS, CHARLES Golf 11; J.C.L. 9; Mirage Staff 12. HORSLEY, GAYLE Art Contests 9,10,1 I: Office Help 11,12: Under- class Chorus 10; Been in district 12 years. HOWER, BETTY Assemblies 10; Office Help 11,12: R.G.A.A. 10, 11; Underclass Chorus 10. 233 HUF.RSTEL, LOREI.EI Art Contest 10,11; Esthetics Club 9; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10.11; Under- class Chorus 10. HUSBY, TIM All School Musical 1 1.12; Assemblies 9,10,1 1.12; Band 9; Choir 10,1 1.12, Vice-President 12; Vocal Contests 9,10,11,12: Drafting Contest II; El Circulo Espanol 11,12, Treasurer 12; Glee Club 9.10.11,12; National Honor Society 11,12. Vice- President 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Madrigal 12. HYBARGER, RONAI.I) Assemblies 11.12: Speech Contest 12; Vocal Contest 11,12; Football 9; Glee Club 11,12: Track 9,10,11,12. I 1GO, WILMA Assemblies 10; F.H.A. 11,12; Junior Stand 11. INGELS, HARRY All School Play 11: Assemblies 10: Debate Club 11.12; Glee Club 12; J.C.L. 9,10: Science Club 9: T rack 9. IRELAND, JUDY Assemblies 9,10; Pep Club 9,10,11,12. J JENKINS. MARY Office Help 12; R.G.A.A. 11,12; Junior Stand 11; Underclass Chorus 9; Volleyball Team 9,10,12: Softball Team 11. JENKINS, ROY Football 9,10,11,12; Office Help 10,12; R-Club 11,12; Track 9,11. JOHANSON, BILL Assemblies 10; Drafting Contest 10; Debate Contest 12: Debate Club 12. JONES, DARYL Assemblies 9; J.C.L. 10; Science Club 12. JONES, JANICE All School Musical 12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 1 1,12; Vocal Contest 11,12; Glee Club 11, 12; J.C.L. 9,10; National Honor Society 11,12; Pep Club 9,10,11; R.G.A.A. 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. JONES. JUDY F.H.A. 12; Pep Club II; R.G.A.A. 12; Trans- ferred from Garden Grove, California 11. JONES, PATRICIA Assemblies 10,11,12: Pep Club 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. JONES, PATRICIA Office Help 11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. K KEETON, BRUCE Science Club 9; Underclass Chorus 9,10. KEIGHTLEY, BRENDA Assemblies 9,10: Underclass Chorus 9,10. KEITH, RF.X Football 9. KELLER, ROBERT Basketball 9,10; Choir 11,12; Vocal Contest 11, 12; Football 9,10; Glee Club 1 1,12; Homecoming Escort 11; Rendez-Vous Francais 10; “The Sing- ers” 11; Student Council 11,12; Track 9,10; Underclass Chorus 9,-10. KEYS, LINDA Band 9; J.C.L. 9; Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10, 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. KIBLER, JACKIE Science Fair 9; El Circulo Espanol 10; F.H.A. 10, 11,12; Junior Stand 1 1. KIRBY, LINDA All School Musical 1 1: All School Play 11; Band 9; Art Contest 11; Hi-Light 12: J.C.L. 10; Junior Stand 1 1; R.G.A.A. 10; Thespians 1 1. KLIMEK, JOHN Transferred from St. Pius X High School 12. KLINE, DUANE Music Contest 9,10,11; Glee Club 9,10,11; Un- derclass Chorus 9,10. KNIGHT, ELAINE Transferred from Northeast 1 1. KOTSIFAKIS, CAROL All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11,12; Music Con- tests 11,12; Speech Contests 11,12; Glee Club 11,12; Thespians 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. 234 KREISEL, RONAI.D Assemblies 10; Industrial Arts Contest 9; In distric t 12 years. KRUEGER, DENISE Esthetics 11,12, Secretary 12; Office Help 11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. L LAKEY, JUANITA Assemblies 10; Art Contests 9,10,11,12; Esthet- ics 9,10,11,12. LEAVENS, ANN Assemblies 10; f.H.A. 9; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 12: R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; In district 12 years. LEWIS, FORREST Football 9; Track 9,10,1 1,12. LIGHT, GONNI All School Musical 11.12; All School Play 12: Assemblies 10,11,12; Speech Arts Contest 12; Thespians 10,11; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Ush- ers Society 11; All School Talent Show 11.12. LIGHTFOOT, LOYAL All School Play 9.11,12; Assemblies 9,10,12; Choir 11.12: Music Contest 10,11,12; Football 9: Glee Club 9,10,11,12; Track 10; Underclass Chorus. LITTLEFIELD, MARGARET Assemblies 11,12; Choir 11,12; Music Contests 11,12; F'l Circulo Espanol 9,10,11, Secretary 11: F.T.A. 11; Glee Club 11,12; Junior Stand 11: Underclass Chorus 9,10. LOMBARDO, MARILYN El Circulo Espanol 9,10; Office Help 12: Pep Club 12: Underclass Chorus 9,10. LUTON. RON Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11.12; Drafting Contest 10; Music Contests 10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. M MACKAY, BONNIE All School Play 10,11; Assemblies 9,10,11.12; Choir I 1,12; Music Contests 10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12; J.C.L. 9; Office Help 12; Pep Club 10,11,12, Vice-President II, President 12: Rendez-Vous Francais 10.11: R.G.A.A. 10,11: “The Singers” 11; Madrigal 12; Underclass Cho- rus 9,10. MAGEE, HARRY Football 9: Underclass Chorus 10; Wrestling 1 1. MAIS, JOHN Assemblies 10; Wrestling 10,11. MAJORS, DEBORAH Assemblies 9,12: Office Help 12: Pep Club 10.1 I. 12; R.G.A.A. 10: Screaming Eagles Band 9. MATHIS, ED Assemblies 9,10: Science Fair 9,10; Glee Club 9: Junior Stand II: Science Club 9; Track 10.12: Underclass Chorus 9,10. MCCAHON, MARILYN All School Musical 11; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10,11: Music Contest 9,10,11; Office Help 12: R.G.A.A. 10,1 1.12, Executive Board 12: Screaming Eagles Band 9,10,11; Student Coun- cil, Secretary 12. MCCOY, FRANCES Assemblies 9,10,11; J.C.L. 9; Office Help 12; Pep Club 10,11,12, Secretary 12: R.G.A.A. 11.12: Underclass Chorus 10; All School Talent Show 11; Volleyball Team 10,11,12. MCFARLAND, JUDY Assemblies 9: F.I Circulo Espanol 10; J.C.L. 9: Office Help 12: Underclass Chorus 9,10. MCKENZIE, SHARON Assemblies 12; R.G.A.A. 10; Underclass Chorus 9,10. NIC K INN IE. PAM Assemblies 9,10,11.12: Band 9: Music Contest 9: Art Contests 11.12; Esthetics 11.12: J.C.L. 9: National Honor Society 10,11.12; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 9.10.11.12. Checker 10. Trea- surer 11, Vice-President 12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 11,12. MCMEEN, PEGGY Assemblies 9: Office Help 11,12. MC MURRAY, PAULA Transferred from Savannah, Georgia 12. MICHAEL, CAROL All School Musical 11,12: All School Play 11.12: Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10; Choir 11.12: Speech Arts Contest 11,12; Music Contests 9,10, 11,12: (dee Club 11,12; National Honor Society 11,12: Office Help 12; R.G.A.A. 10: Thespians 10,11.12, Secretary 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 12. MILLER, BONNIE Assemblies 9,10,11.12; Choir 11.12; Music Con- tests 10,11,12: Art Contest 11: El Circulo Espanol 9,10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12, Secretary II; National Honor Society 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Madrigal 10,12; The Singers 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. MILLER, CHARLES Assemblies 9: Choir 12; F.T.A. 10,11,12; Hi- Light 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12: Quill Sc Scroll 12; Science Club 9,10; Underclass Cho- rus 9,10. MILLER, SANDY Pep Club 10; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. MILLER, SPENCER Assemblies 9,10,11; Speech Contests 9,10,11; Debate Club 10,1 1,12: Student Council 11; Thes- pians 11,12; Optimist Oratorical Contest 10: American Legion Speech Contest 11. MILNE, TOM Optimist Oratorical Contest 10. M1LUM, GLENDA Assemblies 9,10,11.12; Choir 11.12; Music Con- tests 11.12: Esthetics 9,10; Glee Club 11,12; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; R.G.A.A. 10; Underclass Cho- rus 9,10. MI SEN H EL I'ER, NANCY Assemblies 9,10; Art Contest 11; J.C.L. 9,10; Office Help 12: Pep Club 9,10,11.12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12: Student Council 9. MITCHELL, JAMES Office Help 12. MORAN, DONNA F.H.A. 10; J.C.L. 9,10, Treasurer 10; Medical Career Club 11.12; Mirage 12; National Honor Society I 1,12; Of fice Help 12; Pep Club 10,1 1,12. MORELAND, ANN All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11.12: Assemblies 11,12; Choir 11,12; Music Contests 11,12; F.H.A. 9,10; Glee Club 11,12; Office Help 12; “The Singers” 11; Madrigal 12; Thespians 1 1,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. MORK, JAMES Wrestling 12. MORTON, ED Football 9; Golf 9,10; Track 9,10,12. MOSLEY, JAMES Football 9, i 0,11. MOUNT, GARY Assemblies 10,11,12; Basketball 9,10.11,12; Class Officer, Vice-President 11: Cross-Country Con- test I 1,12; Track Contest 10,1 1,12; Cross Coun- try 11,12; El Circulo Espanol 9; Junior Stand 11; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 11,12; R-Club 10,11,12; Student Council 12; Track 9,10,11,12. N NASH,STEVEN Football 9: Track 11,12. NEMMERS. NICHOLAS Hi-Light 12. NIELSEN. CAROLYN Assemblies 9; Band 9,10.1 1: Band Contest 10,11; J.C.L. 11; R.H.A.L.S. 11,12. NOLAND. KAREN Assemblies 9,10: F.H.A. 9,10,11, Vice-President 11; F.T.A. 11; Office Help 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 10; R.G.A.A. 11.12; Underclass Chorus 10. NOLAND. KEITH Assemblies 10; Football 11,12; R-Club 11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. NUTT. BILL Assemblies 10,1 1.12: Basketball 9,10,11,12; Class Of ficer 10; Drafting Contest 10; Football 9,10,11; Office Help 11,12; R-Club 10,11.12; Student Council 11,12, Vice-President 11; Track 9,10.12; Underclass Chorus 10; District 12 years. 236 o O’BANNON, JOY Assemblies 11,12; Choir 12; Music Contests 11, 12; F.H.A. 9,10,11; Glee Club 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. O’BRYAN, DEBBIE Assemblies 9,10; Cheerleader 9.10, Head Cheer- leader 10; Pep Club 9.10; Office Help 12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. O’CONNOR, KAREN J.C.L. 9; Office Help 12; Underclass Chorus 10. OMER, PAT Medical Career Club 11.12; Office Help 12: R.G. A. A. 10,11,12. OR1CK, PAUL District Art Contest 11; J.C.L. 9,10. OWEN. LINDA Transferred from Southwest 10. P PADGETT, BARBARA All School Musical 12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band Contests 9,10,11,12; (ilee Club 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Science Club 9,10,11,12, Secretary 12; Screaming Eagles Band 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; K.U. Leadership Day 12; Science and Mathematics Camp Program at University of Kansas 10,11. PALMARINE, KATHIRINE Transferred from Glennan 11. PAUL, MARK Assemblies 10,11; J.C.L. 11. PAYNE, TERRY Track 9,10. PENCE, MARGIE Pep Club 10. PENNY, LADENE All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Drama Contest 12; E.H.A. 10; Junior Stand 11; Thespians 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. PERDUE, RICK Assemblies 11; Basketball 9,10; Football 9,10,11, 12; Homecoming Escort 9; Office Help 12; R- Club 10,11,12; Student Council 11; Track 9; Underclass Chorus 10. PERSING. JIM J.C.L. 10.11.12, Parliamentarian 11. PE PERSON, BECKY Art Scholarship to Kansas City Art Institute I 1; Esthetics 9,10,11,12; Pep Club 11,12. PETERSON. THERESA Assemblies 9,10; J.C.L. 10,11,12, Secretary II; National Honor Society 11,12; Underclass Cho- rus 9,10. PICARD, MARIJEANE F.T.A. 9: J.C.L. 9,10; Junior Stand II: Medical Career Club 12; Nurses Office 12: Pep Club 10, 11. PIERSON, DAVID Basketball 10; Esthetics 9,10; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Wrestling 12. PIERSON, TOM Transferred from Paseo 12. PINKEPANK, ROSS All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11.12; Band 9,10,11,12; Music Contests 9.10,11,12: Office Help 12; Screaming Eagles Band 10.11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Dance Band 9,10,1 1,12. PIPER. LINDA Assemblies 9,10; Esthetics 9,10, Secretary 10; Pep Club 9,10,11; R.G. A. A. 10,11,12. POITS, LARRY All School Musical 11.12; All School Play II; Assemblies 11,12; Choir 11,12; Industrial Arts Contests 9,11: Music Contests 10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12, President 12; The Singers” 11: Track 9; Underclass Chorus 10; Madrigal 12; All School Talent Show' 1 1. POWELL, ROBERT Music Contest 12; (dee Club 12; Office Help 12; R-Club 12; Track 9,10,11,12. PRUITT, SANDI Assemblies 9; Office Help 11,12; R.G. A.A. 10,1 1: Underclass Chorus 10. PULLIAM, ROWANNA Music Contest 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10; Glee Club 11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Office Help 12; Underclass Chorus 10. Q. QUICK. LARRY Choir 12; Glee Club 10,11,12: J.C.L. 10,11; Med- ical Career Club 11,12: Science Club 10: Thes- pians 10,11: Underclass Chorus 10; Transferred from Faseo 10. R RAMING, JANET Assemblies 9,10,11: Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10,11: Rendez-Vous Francais 9: R.G.A.A. 10, 11,12: Underclass Chorus 9,10. RICKEY, LINDA Cheerleader 10: Pep Club 9.10,11, Secretary 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. RILEY, TERRENCE All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12: Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Basketball Manager 9; Contests 9,10,11,12; Debate Club 10: Football 9,10,11.12; Hi-Light Editor 12; J.C.L. Vice Presi- dent 9,10: National Honor Society 11,12; Stu- dent Council 10,11.12, President 12; Track 9,10; Best Actor Award 11; Categories 11. REED, JOE Contests II; Medical Career Club 12; Trans- ferred from Southeast 9. REICHEL, MEREDITH Assemblies 9,10,11.12; F.T.A. 12; J.C.L. 9.10; Medical Career Club 11, 12; Pep Club 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. REYNOLDS, RON Band 9,10,11.12: Esthetics 11,12: Art Fair De- monstrator 9,10,11,12. ROGERS, VELORA F.T.A. 11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Office Help 12: Rendez-V'ous Francais 9,10,11, 12; Underclass Chorus 10. ROLL, YVONNE Pep Club 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. ROLLER, DOYEL Contest 9,10,11: Flsthetics 11,12, Treasurer 12; J.C.L. 9,10; Rendez-Vous Francais 11,12, Presi- dent 12; Wrestling 12. ROPCHOCK, JOHN Golf 11,12; Rendez-Vous Francais 11,12, Vice President 12. ROSEN, DOUG Assemblies 9,10,11.12; Choir 11,12; Music Con- test 9.11,12; Football 9: (dee Club 9.10,11.12; J.C.L. 10: Junior Stand II; Underclass Chorus 9.10. s SANSTRA, VICKI All School Musical 12: Underclass Chorus 10. SCHELL, JOHN All School Musical 12; Assemblies 10,11,12; Choir 11.12; Music Contest 10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12, Vice President 11; Underclass Chorus 10; Transferred from Raytown 10. SCHOONOVER, DENNIS Band 9. SCHROEDER. CHERYL All School Musical 12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11,12; Music Contests 11,12; Glee Club 11,12; Rendez-Vous Francais 10; “The Singers” 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. SCHROER, KENTON Drafting Contest 10. SCHUMACHER, LOUIS Esthetics 11,12, Vice-President; Mirage 11. SCROGGINS, BARBARA Assemblies 11,12; Choir 11,12; Commerce Con- test 11; Music Contests 11,12; El Circulo Espanol 9,10,11, Secretary 9,10; Glee Club 11,12, Presi- dent 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 12; R.H.A.L. 9; Underclass Chorus 9,10. SELLARS, BARBARA Pep Club 10: R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. SCHMIDT, KATHLEEN Art Contest 11; Office Help 12. SCOTT, SUSAN Assemblies 9,10,11,12: Music Contests 11,12; Glee Club 11,12; Office Help 12: Pep Club 11,12; Checker Club 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 10; Underclass Chorus 9,10. SHIPMAN, LARRY All School Musical 12; All School Play 12. SHOW ALTER, BILL Drafting Contest 9; Track 9. SILVERS, DEENE Drafting Contests 10,11; Track 9,10,11. 238 SIMMS, JACK All School Musical 12; Assemblies 12; Home- coming Escort 12. SLEDGE. SANDRA Assemblies 9; F.H.A. 9,10; R.G.A.A. 10; Under- class Chorus 9,10. SMITH, GARY All School Musical 10; Assemblies 9,10; J.C.L. 9,10; Science Club 11,12; Underclass Chorus 9.10. SMITH, JANET Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Science Eair 10; Commer- cial Contest 11,12; F.T.A. 9,10,11,12, Business Secretary 11, President 12; J.C.L. 9,10; Mirage 10.11.12, Editor 12; Office Help 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Pep Club 10,11,12, Checker 12; Quill 8c Scroll 12; Underclass Cho- rus 9,10. SNORGRASS, JACK Industrial Arts Contests 10,12; Transferred from East High School 9. SNYDER, DON Junior Stand 11; Track 12; Band 9. SORENSEN, SANDRA Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Music Contest 9; Art Con- test 11,12; Science Fair; Esthetics, Treasurer 12; Mirage 10,11,12, Sophomore Editor 11, Art Editor 12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 12; Pep Club 10,11,12; Quill Scroll 12; Rendez-Vous Francais 9,10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 12; D.A.R. Citizenship Award 12. SPARKS, MARILYN Assemblies 9,10; Choir 11,12; Vocal Music Con- test 11,12; Glee Club 11,12; J.C.L. 9,10; “The Singers” 11; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 11; Underclass Chorus 9,10. STOCKER, JOYCE All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 10,11,12; Band 9,10,11,12; Band Contest 10,11,12; F.T.A. 11.12, Secretary 12; J.C.L. 10; National Honor Society 11,12, Historian 12; Office Help 12; Screaming Eagles Band 11,12; Transferred from North Manchester, Indiana 10. STORMS, DORIS J.C.L. 9; Office Help 12; Pep Club 10; Rendez- Vous Francais 10; R.G.A.A. 9,10,11,12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. STRAIN, BETH Assemblies 9; Pep Club 12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12. STROUP, HARRY Contests 10,1 1,12; Football 9. S VAN DA, NANCY All School Musical 10,11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11, 12; Band 9,10,11,12; Choir 12; Music Contests 9,10,11.12; Glee Club 10,1 1,12; J.C.L. 9; Na- tional Honor Society 10.11.12; Office Help 12; Pep Club 12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. SWEARNGIN, DENNIS All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10; Choir 11,12; Music Contests 9,10,11, 12; Glee Club 10,11,12; Screaming Eagles Band 10; “The Singers” 11; Student Council 10,11; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Madrigal 12. SWINDLER, LOWELL All School Play 12; All School Musical 12; As- semblies 12; Mirage 12; Track 9,10,11,12. T TAYLOR, BETH Assemblies 9; Commercial Contests 10,11; El Circulo Espanol II; F.T.A. 9,10,11,12; Office Help 11; Pep Club 9; R.H.A.L. 11; Underclass Chorus 10. TRAINER, CAROLYN Assemblies 9; Pep Club 9; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Un- derclass Chorus 10. TUTTLE, LINDA Assemblies 9,10; Cheerleader 10; Class Secre- tary 9; Sno-Ball Attendant 11; J.C.L. 9,10; Medi- cal Career Club 11,12; National Honor Society 10,11,12; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 10. TUTTLE, VERN El Circulo Espanol 10,11; Track 9; Wrestling 10. u ULSH, ARLEEN R.G.A.A. 12. V VERBURG, JOHN All School Musical 12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11,12; Music Contests 9,10,11,12; El Cir- culo Espanol 9,10,11,12; Glee Club 9,10,11,12; Hi-Light, Sports Editor 12; Quill Scroll 12; Science Club 9,10,11; Madrigal 12; Tennis 12; Underclass Chorus 10; Categories 11,12. 239 VEREBELYI, ERNEST Football 10,11: Medical Career Club 11; National Honor Society 11.12: Science Club 0.10.11,12: Track 10,11,12. VINCIENT, RON Esthetics 11,12; Football 9. VOGLER, JOE J.C.L.. 9; Mirage 12; National Honor Society 10, 11,12; Science Club 10,11; Tennis 10,11,12. w WALTON, ED Junior Stand 12. WALTON, SUSAN Hi-Light 12. WEBBER, PATTY Assemblies 1 1; Pep Club 11; Underclass Chorus 10; Transferred from Southeast. WELDEN, MARILU Transferred from Maysville; Screaming Eagles Band 12. WHITE, BEV Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Class Officer, Secretary 11; National Honor Society 11,12; Office Help 11,12; Pep Club 10,11,12; Lady E 12; Rendez- vous Francais 9,10,11, Vice-President 11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12, Corresponding Secretary 11, Recording Secretary 12; Underclass Chorus 10; Softball Team 11; Talent Shows 10,11. WHITSIT, BOB All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 10,11,12; Choir 10,11,12, President 12; Class Officer, Vice -President 12; Vocal Contest 9,10,11,12; Glee Club 9,10,11,12; The Singers” 11,12; Under- class Chorus 9,10. WHITSITT, PAM All School Musical 11,12; Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Choir 11,12, Secretary 12; District Contest 11,12; El Circulo Espanol 9; Glee Club 12; Hi-Light 12, Feature Editor 12; Mirage 9,10,11, Junior Helper 9, Sophomore Editor 10, Advertising Manager 11; National Honor Society 10,11,12, Historian 11, Treasurer 12; Gym Office Help 12; Pep Club 9,10,11,12, Checker 9,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12, Treasurer 1 1; “The Singers” I 1; Student Coun- cil 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10; Sophomore Citi- zenship Award 10: All School Talent Show 11,12. WILBUR, MARGARET Underclass Chorus 10. WILLIAMS, GARY Mirage 12. WILLIAMS, JILL Assemblies 9; El Circulo Espanol 9,10, Social Chairman 10; F.T.A. 9,10, Treasurer 10; Under- class Chorus 10. WILLIAMS, MARSHA Assemblies 10; El Circulo Espanol 10,11; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. WILSON. DOUG Assemblies 9,10; Glee Club 9,10,11,12; Under- class Chorus 9,10; Drafting Contest 11; Music Contest 9,10,1 1,12. WILSON, CHARLENE Assemblies 10,11,12; Homecoming Attendant 11,12; Pep Club 10,11; Underclass Chorus 10; Transferred from Southeast. WILSON, EDITH All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12; Assemblies 9,12; Speech Arts Contest 10,11,12; Junior Stand 11; Thespians 10,11; Underclass Chorus 10; All School Talent Show 12. WISEMAN, LARRY Football 10,11,12; R-Club 12; Track 9,10; In District 12 Years. WOHLBERG, LYNN Assemblies 9,10,11,12; Band 9,10,11; Music Contest 9,10,11; Commercial Contest 12; Mirage 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Office Help 12; Pep Club 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Scream- ing Eagles Band 9,10,11; Underclass Chorus 10. WOODROME, ROSE In District 12 Years. WOOLERY, BOB Math Contest 9; National Honor Society 11,12. WRIGHT, LINDA Band 9,10; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12. 240 Y YARBROUGH, SHERRY Assemblies 9; Esthetics 11; Office Help 12; Pep (Mill) 9,10,11; R.G.A.A. 10,11,12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. YOUNG, BOB Football 10; Office Help 11,12; R-Club 11,12: Track 10,11,12. z ZACCAGN1N1, HERB Woodworking Contest 11,12; Football 10,11; Track 10; Underclass Chorus 10. ZETMEIR, I.ORINDA All School Musical 12; All Sch x)l Play 11; Choir 12; Poetry Contest 12; Glee Club 12; Rendez- vous Francais 11; Thespians 12. ZIRBEL, I RISH All School Musical 11,12; All School Play 11,12; Assemblies 11,12; Speech Contest 12; Office Help 11,12; Rendez-Vous Francais 10; Under- class Chorus 9,10; All School Talent Show 12. ZOOK, MARTHA Assemblies 9; F.H.A. 9,10,11,12; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 12. ZULL1G, DENNIS All School Musical 10; Assemblies 9,10; Band 9,10; Band Contest 9,10; Drafting Contest 11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Science Club 1 1; Screaming Eagles Band 10; Tennis 10,11,12; Men of Note 9,10; National Science Foundation Summer Science Training Program at Rolla 11. ZUROWESTI, PENNY Assemblies 9,11,12; Choir 11,12; Music Contest 10,11,12; Glee Club 10,11,12; Junior Stand 11; Office Help 11,12; R.G.A.A. 10,11; Madrigal 12; Underclass Chorus 9,10. 241 ADVERTISING Freshman Class Every individual has a place to fill in the world... and is important in some respect... whether he chooses to be so or not. Nathaniel Hawthorne Sophomore Class “Ideas must work through the brains oj good and brave men ... or they are no better than dreams.” Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior Class “To improve the golden moment of opportunity... and catch the good that is within our reach... is the great art of life.” Samuel Johnson Senior Class Experience is not what happens to a man . . . It is what a man does with what happens to him. 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