Savannah High School - Savannual Yearbook (Savannah, MO)

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Creativity at its best ttNo, I didn,tl iiYes, you didlii These two phrases are sometimes heard in an argument or, in this case, a debate. However, debate and forensics at SHS are of a lower tone and more civilized. Mrs. Janet Jelavich, sponsor of debate and forensics, stated, uI love working with the organizations, even though it does utake a lot of time. Jelavich got involved with the organization through teaching the classesfi Jelavich also commented that she likes the benefits of working with the groups. uI like to see students prepare a speech correctly and present it with style. Rodney Smith l88 became interested in debate by ttseeing a sample of the action before entering high schoolf, Smith went on to say, uIt does take a lot of time, but I enjoy it? uDefeating Central and winning my first debate were the most exciting experiences, commented Smith. Brian Noe ,87, who got involved in forensics through his brother, stated, ttIt takes a lot of time, but it helps me get over shyness and also helps to meet people and get involvedfi Lisa Robison ,86 became involved in debate when she was a freshman. uIt seemed like it would be fun, so I joined. Robisonls most exciting performance was when she and Wendy Winkelman liwon a match with a 3-1 record. The duo then went on to the conference contest. Rhett Bowlin l88, who got involved in debate through his sister, commented, uIt takes a long time to work everything out right, and sometimes it is hard. Bowlinls biggest benefit is ttit helps me speak in front of people. Michelle Am ,86 got interested in forensics in junior high. uI decided to join when I got in high school; it is a lot of fun, stated Arn. tTve always been scared of people, and this was a way to overcome it. Kristin Wiley ,87 got involved in forensics ttbecause it helps me get up in front of people. Her most exciting moment was ugoing to the finals in Raytownfi Mrs. Kelley Stuck, sponsor of the SHS Players, got involved with the group through teaching the drama class. iIIt takes a lot of time, but its worth it. Chris Swanson ,87, president of the SHS Players, likes the club because itit is really fun, and I get to do some actingf, A lot of time is required, according to Swanson, but the benefits are great. UI get to meet a lot of people who are fun to work with and are fun to be around. The feeling is so wonderful in acting. Toby McCracken l86, historian, got involved in SHS Players tibecause Mrs. Stuck encouraged me. It takes a lot of time, especially after school, but I like itfi AmiSue Rasnic i86, secretary, became interest- ed in SHS Players by being in the play. til was in a play, and I liked it, so I decided to join. The student who is creative and talented has the capability to be an artist, according to Mrs. Laura Beattie, sponsor of the ARTesians. Beattie got involved with the club tiwhen some students wanted to create an organization for the art oriented students. Kim Dixon 85 stated, uThe benefits tof being an ARTesianl are being out with people, having fun and getting involved? Stacey Dunn 85 joined ARTesians because she ulikes working with the community and learning more about arty tilt takes a lot of time, but however much you put in it you will get out of it? commented Renee Mullins 86. Four organizations with different activities and many other differences but all alike in one way. They all involve students and without that ingredient, nothing works. - Cindy Funderburg Students recite the Pledge of Allegiance during ttThe Childrenis Story? SHS Players include Front: Toby McCrack- en, Ami Sue Rasnic, Janice Mullins, Chris Swanson and Mrs. Kelly Stuck, sponsor; Row 2: Rhett Bowlin, LaDonna Burks, Lisa Robinson, Clark Morris, Sandra Gunderson and Eric Zahnd; Row 3: Bryan Noe, Chris McCoy, Dena Geyer, Tricia Kelly, JaNessa Simmons, Sheri Williams; Back: Bradley Cordell, Amy Newton, Rodney Smith, Jeff Holmes, Donnie Burns and Lynette Moore. 130 5! DramaIArt

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Castle, u unity . Home oveling u ented 'zation, I must m ented, . proud itiation riding passing is took :SI'OOIIIS I d the L's, the lighting :re the ; in the yellow at was lembers Gaylen Heckman t86 watches while Tim Clark 85 trims the student counciltChristmas tree. National Honor Society members consist of Front: Mr. Tom Lewis, Miss Dixie Lenders, Mr. Dennis Snyder, sponsors; D. Widel, R. Miller, M. Wise, B. Leamon, K. Castle, L. Riley, L. Parks, M. Austin, J. Tietz, E. Tunnell, S. Haenni; Row 2: S. Trapp, L. Trapp, B. Gates, S. Ritenour, J. Hickman, M. Nicholson, M. Kiekhaefer, E. Hess, T. Knecht, S. Larson, B. Rose, K. Beers, J. Young, E. Freudenthal, S. Ochse, L. Salmons; Row 3: S. Cordonier, L. Miller, H. Noble, W. Deshon, R. Arnold, D. Miller, S. Wilt, S. Garrison, E. Bales, B. Miller, L. Robinson, K. Broce, N. Neil, M. Johnson; Row 4: S. Dunn, T. Spillman, J. Hoffelmeyer, K. Scneider, C. Buckles, C. Cole, R. Richey, J. Simmons, J. Dewey, S. Poitier, K. Limle, C. Fountain, T. Tietz, J . Meade, K. Trimmer, K. Deatherage; Row 5: K. Bernhard, W. Winkelman, M. Arn, T. Wilson, S. Gard, R. Wise, D. Townsend, J. Glick, M. Yuille, R. Richardson, J. Widel, J. Jones, G. Weigert, T. Bernhard; Back: D. Rost, L. Ware, R. Gates, J. Kincaid, K. Klotz, M. Winslow, S. Gunderson, C. Morris, E. Zahnd, K. Wise, S. Schwichtenberg, A. Schwichtenberg, T. Oldenburger, S. Deering, L. Berning and Greg VerMulm. tI was excited to make it. Pm proud to be a member? - Greg VerMulm t85 NHStSTUCO tl129

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Forensics Members include Front: Jill Lawlor, Lisa Riley, Karin Berrihard, Kim Zeltwanger, Clark Morris, Eric Zahnd, Amy Crouse and Kristen Wiley; Row 2: Rebecca Bowlin, Sherri Carter, Jill Dudley, Brenda Gates, Lisa Robinson, Michelle Arn, Chris Swanson, Brian Noe and Mrs. Janet Evans. Jelavich, sponsor; Row 3: Chuck Nixon, Kim Deering, Julie Karr, Wendy Wink- leman, Dan Rost, Rhett Bowlin, Dan Lehr, Brad Cordell, Tabatha Utz; Back: Rodney Smith, Jeff Holmes, Robin Cox, Kim Decker, Andrew Hess, Kelly Broce, Kathy Crockett and Melanie Odle. The SHS Artesians include Front: Stacy Dunn, Cherry Porter, Rob Arnold, Lora Trapp, Rhonda Gates, Carol Krickbaum, Denise Riley; Row 2: Mrs. Laura Beattie sponsor, Renea Mullins, Kim Vey, John Karrasch, Rusty Richardson and Darin Throckmorton; Back: Keith Atkins, Randy Crawford, Lisa Woodruff, Kim Dixon and Shelly Shelia Raines ,86 buys a key chain from Ranae Mullins profits going to the Statue of Liberty. 86, an ARTesian, with Drama Art J 131