Smithsburg High School - Leopard Yearbook (Smithsburg, MD)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1988 volume:

Opening to a new year One of optimism Opinions and attitudes form o p E N Opportunities abound. I N G The Leopard Smithsburg High School 66 North Main Street Smithsburg, Maryland 21783 824-2002 Volume XLV i Table of Contents Student Life.....4 Seniors........ 45 Juniors.........33 Sophomores------43 Freshmen........55 Activities......65 Sports.........113 Faculty........155 Ads............163 Senior Brags ..179 5 Homecoming 1987 Queen Kelli, We Salute You! Kelli Winters is the daughter of Samuel and Barbara Winters. During Kelli’s senior year she was active in volleyball, basketball, track, and secretary of the band. She is planning to major in dairy science at Virginia Tech and pursue a career as a veterinarian. We wish Kelli the best of luck in her future endeavors. Queen Kelli at her best The Homecoming festivities, taking place over the weekend of October 4th and 5th, started off with the traditional bonfire. Activities such as skits (the fuller family), cheers and chants, the competitive tug-of-war (won by the junior class), and the introduc- tive of the varsity football team kept the students and faculty entertained throughout the evening of the fourth. The Leopard spirit continued through the night as the varsity cheerleaders hung signs at the houses of the senior football players. The Homecoming Parade started early in the morning on the fifth, winding through Smithsburg and ending at the football field where the first place senior float came to rest in all its glory. In mid-afternoon, the Homecoming game, pitting the Leopards against the Eagles of FSK, got off to a soggy start after the morning rain. During halftime, the Homecoming court was introduced and the queen was announced. The game ended with a Leopard rout but the celebration went on. The Homecoming dance was one of the most attended in school history. With WQCM as the deejay, students, faculty, and alumni danced and mingled until the Homecoming court was again introduced and gifts were presented to the Homecoming queen by various school organizations. Overall, Homecoming weekend was a success. Between the bon- fire, parade, a football victory, and the largest SGA funded dance, the 1987-88 Homecoming season should be remembered for years to come. 6 The five senior princesses smile for the camera. Kelli with escort Brandon Knepper Leopards leading defense prepares to shut down FSK at Homecoming game 1987. The Homecoming princesses dance with their escorts. Fathers dance with their princesses. Rain doesn't dampen the sound of the Smithshurg band. Seniors win their second consecutive float competition. 7 Senior Princess Maureen Ung- varsky with es- cort Brandon Knepper. 8 Junior Prin- cess Mendy Obitts with es- cort Alex Ul- rich. escort Warren Bickford. Senior Princess Gina Clevenger with escort Charles Brehm. Senior Princess Kristen Baker with escort Dave Collins. Sophomore Princess Anne Fishack with escort Tom Nussear. Freshman Princess Kristy Hudson with escort Brad Leisinger. 9 “My One And Only” 10 Gina sings '‘Nice work if you can get it” but how? Mike and Gina dance the night away. 11 15th Annual ASP Is A Smas The chorus opens the show by saying “We Can't Be Bothered Now Alex plans his next ruthless plot. Anne tells Mike the big news. “Spotlight ” on Gina as she makes her The girls' chorus, on the prowl are 12 h Hit Once More grand entrance. Umbrella girls. in The Swim The chorus shows the energy and enthusiasm that makes a strong show. 13 14 “A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” — Lao Tzu S E N I O R S 15 Officers and Advisor Senior class officers: Michell Martin, President; Cheryl Martin, Vice President: Tera Paul, Secretary; Maureen Ungvarsky, Treasurer. Congratulations Seniors, you made it. Looking back over the years and seeing this class mature is now remarkable in your personal accomplishments and school achievements. At the beginning of the 1985 school year, the “Class of 1988” was without an advisor and was in debt to the school. Becom- ing this class advisor was a real challenge and the challenging questions were will we have enough money for a prom at the Ramada Inn and where will all this money come from. Well, the class was very resourceful with good suggestions for fundraisers. Your hard efforts in selling candy, jewelry, cheese and sausage, and senior class jerseys were all success- ful. You also sponsored a Jazzercize workout, and a car wash. Cash prizes from competing in local parades helped also. Thanks go to the community for their cash gifts and dona- tions. Yes, we had a very colorful, exciting, and a fantastic prom. After your junior year, we were able to overcome the most difficult challenges and demands and had a memorable Will Conyers, Advisor senior year. Working with the “Class of 88” has been rewarding and at other times challenging, but each year brought on more openness and acceptance of each other’s ideas and thoughts. Too, I say thanks to the many parents for having enough faith in me and the giving of your time and energies to the many class-sponsored fundraisers and activities. Through the good and indifference, this class had a very distinct character of caring and hard work. Best wishes for the future and may each passing year bring on more happiness than the year before. Always, Will Conyers Advisor 16 Class Song “The Best of Times” by Styx Tonight’s the night we’ll make history. Honey you and 1 And I’ll take any risk To tie back the hands of time And stay with you here tonight. 1 know you feel these are the worst of times I do ! elieve it’s true When people lock their doors and hide inside Rumor has it it’s the end of Paradise But I know if the world just passed us by Baby I know, I wouldn’t have to cry The best of times are when I’m alone with you Some rain Some shine. We’ll make this a world for two Our memories of yesterday Will last a lifetime We’ll take the best, forget the rest And someday we’ll find These are the best of times. The headlines read These are the worst of times I do believe it’s true I feel so helpless like a boat against the tide I wish the summer winds could bring back Paradise But I know If the world turned upside down Baby I know You’d always be around. And so my friends we’ll say goodnight For time has claimed its prize But tonight can always last As long as we keep alive the memories of Paradise. ('lass Poem “Footprints” One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORO. Across the sky Hashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand. One belonged to him, and the other to the LORI). When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it. “LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you’d walk with me all the way. But I noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why when I needed you most you would leave me.” The LORD replied. My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of foot- prints, it was then that I carried you.” Class flower: white rose Class colors: purple and yellow 17 Most Likely to Succeed: Eric Gerber, Julie Spaeth Lisa Ann Auey Kristen Nicole Baker Patrick Warren Benchoff Lori Berger Warren Edward Bickford Jr. Karen Diane Bingaman Daniel A. Blalock Dawn R. Blickenstaff Orenthal J. Bohannon Laurie Christine Bolton Wanda G. Brenot Andy Brewer Cary L. Bonebrake Tania Michelle Bowers Tammy Michelle Boyd Charles C. Brehm Charlene Marie Brown Christina Marie Brown Cutest Couple: Eric Weaver, Lisa Jackson 20 Gregory A. Clopper Joan E. Cooper Tonya Renee Corbiser Karen A. Daily Cynthia Darrah Eric M. Davis William H. Davis Jr. Alan Decker Abby M. Dickinson James D. Dickinson Jennifer Dorney Amaya Doty Susan Elaine Draper Kevin Eaton Most Theatrical: Chris Laye, Michell Martin Sherrie M. Eaton Brian D. Eberhart 21 Joseph C. Eichelberger Deborah J. Engstrom Best Friends: Donnie Hammond, Brandon Knepper, Jamie Fields Terry Fields Maureen Ungvarsky, Michelle Spaid 'T.j i n Pam Fishack Angie Forrest Joseph E. Gardenhour Matthew E. Gardenhour 22 Gregory A. Georg Eric Gerber Kathy Gleason Joe Godlove Lisa Kay Gordon Carl Graybill Allen R. Grove April Marie Haines Donovan Gene Hammond Shawn Marie Harbaugh Bobbie Jo Harrison Sheri Diane Harrison Jeff Hedrick Christopher Herbst Most School Spirited: Jim Schlossnagle, Kelli Leisinger 23 Troy Damon Hershberger Tricia Ann Hollister Most Rebellious: Jim Dickinson, Sami Miller Karen Horton Michael Houston Tammy A. Howell Brad Huntzberry Roger Huntzberry Lisa Dionne Jackson 24 Chris Kann Charles Kaufman Ron S. Keplinger Cheri A. Kline Karen Kline Brandon Knepper Sherry Dawn Koontz Gary Kuhn Kelli A. Leisinger James P. Levasseur Tonya Kuhn Christopher D. Laye Karen Mane Leatherman Most Friendly: Donnie Miller, Kelli Winters Jennifer E. Lewis Annette Michelle Lowery Kimberly Sue Manges Lisa M. Manspeaker Cheryl Patrice Martim Michell Judith Martin Phillip A. Martin Mary Maugans Karen Lynn May Jimmy McCoy Gerry L. McGovern Kelli S. McNairn 26 Stacy McSherry Sarah B. Messier Best Sense of Humor: Andy Brewer, Maureen Ungvarsky Donnie Miller John Miller Sami Sue Miller Davena Sue Mong Robert L. Noland III Lori A. Oswald Kirk L. Mongan Andrea Rae Morris Ron Mosteller Mike Nix Karen L. Oyster Robin M. Palmer Changed Most Since Freshman Year: Joel Willhide and Joan Cooper Maryellen Kay Poffenberger Stephanie Jean Poole Norman Porter Jeff Pyles 28 Jon E. Reecher Kara Lianna Reed Michael Reichard Kent Richard Reynolds Cristy Jean Ridenour Crystal Lee Rinehart John P. Ringquist Rosemary Romo Daniel C. Sanders Jim Schlossnagle Michael S. Shifler Cindy Shirley Stacey A. Shockey Kevin E. Simmons Best Dressed: Dave Collins, Kristen Baker Krista Lynn Sipes Troy A. Sites 29 Derek E. Smith Jennifer Jo Smith Pamela Smith Tracy Smith Tracey L. Snook Julie Christine Spaeth Michelle Marie Spaid Diana Stansberry Jason Stamper Donna L. Staufenberg Shyest: Kevin Simmons, Marianna Brown Kevin E. Steiner Maureen L. Stimmel Stacey Lynn Stouffer Lara Michelle Stover Melissa D. Swope Keith H. Taber Sharon Renee Thrailkill Andre L. Towns Most Musical: Phil Martin, Tracey Snook Loretta A. Tracey Judy Mae Trent 31 Kellie R. Trumpower Maureen Renee Ungvarsky Kelly Ann Volcjak Doris W. Wade Not piet Richard t Penny C Troy Pry Joseph S Laurie S} Paul Unr Jacob Waltz Ivan O’neal Ward Dave Warner Eric W. Weaver “The greatest achievement of the human spirit is to live up to one’s opportunities and make the most of one’s resources.” — Marquis de Vauvenargues J U N I O R S 33 Almost At The Top Raising money is a difficult task, but for an event like the prom, the Junior class did an ex- cellent job. They started in the summer with a car wash. Then there was the traditional sausage and cheese fundraiser which was a big boost to the junior class bank account. To be a member of the prom committee, each per- son was required to work the con- cession stand at home basketball games. Sonja Sean Wendy Rodney Akers Alexander Bachtell Bair Khya Susan Dana Jacqueline Angela Brian Baker Barber Barkdoll Beall Belella Bennett Scott Biser Eric Blair Michael Richard Benji Benita Boward Bowers Bowman Boyd Ronald Boyd Michael Sharon Chad Giovanni Sandra Bresette Brogunier Brown Bryant Buhrman 34 Jason Butt Becki Button Shawn Campbell Padrick Carnahan Aimee Carter Joseph Catania Jeffrey Cohen Tina Delauter Thomas Clopper Brian Colaluca Michael Deeds Dana Vestel climbs to the top of the pyramid consisting of Mendy Obitts, Eric Anne Doyle Blair, Scott Wilson, Kelly Vaughn, and Joe Catania. Darrell Ebersole Michelle Eichelberger Jason Elliott Kristen Estes Stephanie Faulders Gregory Freeman Mark Frey 35 Gary Alyson junior class at the pep rally. Garnand Garrett Robert Suzanne Kimberly Kathleen Dawn Stephen Geist Good Grossnickle Hansford Harker Harp William Robin Shanda Tammy Carolyn Jeffrey Harris Harshman Harty Hastings Hendershot Hetzer Tricia Angela Karen Mark Robin Tammy Heyat Holland Hollingsworth Holtzman Hose Hottle 36 Joseph David Donald Justin Michael Mary Hudson Hunt Huntzberry Itnyre James Keadle Tammy Kendle Shawn Kline Joseph Kuhn Lisa Lisa Lachenmayr Lewis Thomas Likely Eric Linn Andrea Little Tammy Magaha Maria Malkiewicz Charles Cynthia Martin Martz Mark Mathias You can see the excitement on Scott’s face as he is caught between classes at his locker. Elizabeth Martz 37 Dawn McLester Craig Miller Shannon Meadows Bonnie Mebane Wayne Miller Claudette Moser Charles McWhirt Sherri Miller David Bret Moser Mower Earl Moyer Chris Myers Amy Nave Jason Nehrboss Scott Newcomer Carole Oakley Wilfred Nocon The picture tells it all: the spirited juniors love the excitement of competition during the pep rally. Cindy Noland Melody Obitts 38 Class Float Takes 2nd. Mendy Obbits ■I i Christopher Orndorff Mark Orndorff Rhonda Overcash Jody Paparounes Scott Parks Angela Pepple Michael Cathy Adrian Jennifer Jay Pepple Peterson Poffenberger Poffenberger Potts Marie Tammy Alys Michael Jason Christopher Powers Pryor Reed Reiter Ridge Rogers Kevin Derek Shannon Roof Ruffin Schildt Jay Bryant, a newcomer to Smiths- burg, is hard at work to keep up hia grade in English 11. 39 Juniors Plan For Prom Michelle Sentz Darlene Shank Kathy Paul Shepley Shillinger t Joseph Jennifer Shaughnessy Shaw Chelene Shingler 1 Cindy Smith-Michael A common sight around school, Paul Shillinger poses for a picture. What’s wrong Mike? Can’t you find the centerfold? William Slemmer Thomas Shirely LaTanya Smith Melinda Clark Smith Snow Orlando George Soto Souders 40 George Aaron Spangler Spessard Michael Kelli Stephens Stine Julie Spielman Holly Starliper Scott Stottlemyer Stacie Switzer John Taylor James Theis Michelle Tosten Kawon Towns Carmen Vazquez-Marin Kelly Vaughn William Unger Tammy Vance Alex Ulrich Tara Verdier Dana Vestal Junior Class Officers: President Scott Wilson, Vice-President Eric Blair, Sec- ' retary Mendy Obitts, Treasurer Karen Hollingsworth (absent). Douglas Wade 41 Senior Year Draws Near Joseph Weakfall Michael West Kelli Jason Wolfe Worthington Most juniors interested in working on the prom had no problem with the time and energy it took to put together a prom. Co-chairpersons for the junior class prom committee were Maria Malkewicz and Holly Starliper. Work was not the only aspect of a junior’s school life. During the winter pep rally the juniors won the spirit stick competition. The juniors had quite a busy year but they don’t plan on slowing down. There are already tentative plans for a Senior trip next year. Mrs. Jamie Paci sums it all up with this message, “It’s always fun working with the junior class.” Not Pictured Tahuana Bryant JoEllen Copsey Patricia Dull Stephen Lakefield Douglas Lord William Mills Maurice Morris Jean Pittau Cynthia Shirley Tristen Tosten Ralph Wilson Junior Bonnie Mebane was recognized as the Artist of the Month. Her work was displayed in the art room. 42 “Life is too short for grievances — For quarrels and for tears, What’s the use of wasting Precious days and precious tears.” — Unknown 5 o p H O M O R E S 43 Big Year for Class of ’90 The class of 1990 had a very busy school year. Beginning in early September through early November, the sophomores were indus- trious running concession stands for junior varsity football games and varsity and junior varsity volleyball games. They also raffled cakes at all home athletic events. Their most obvious fundraising project was their candy sales. The sophomore class persistently sold candy bars at the end of the school day most of the year. Of course, their goal was to raise money for the Junior-Senior prom that they will be hosting as Juniors. Jennifer Alvarez Tamara Anger Douglas Bachtell Ronnie Baer Jeffrey Stephen Mark Richard Bair Barnes Barnhart Barnhart Jeffrey Batey Michael Biser Ryan Beard Linda Bish Kathy Bell David Blickenstaff Michele Tuhuana Jennifer Bettencourt Bryant Bickford Donald Sueanne Beth Blickenstaff Jr. Bloom Bonebrake 44 Prom Plans Are Begun Richard Bouchard Kenneth Clyde Shannon Amy Carpenter CavinessJr. Cianelli Cool Andrea Burkett Jacquetta Cardwell Stephanie Carl Tammy Heath David John Brandt Brewer Brice Brierly Cher, Gina, AJ, and Anne are the Sophomore close officers. Bobbie Brittain Kami Bussard Amy Carey i William Cooper 45 Sophs Take Hard Knocks Mary Davis Sharon Davis Tachara Davis Latasha Dawson Kristopher Deal Noel Ebersole George Ehmer Elizabeth Elliott Candice Eshleman Robin Etter Theresa Fagan Marc Feldman Anne Fishack Marith Fisher Robert Foltz Heather Frey Cheryl Gaumer Joel Gaver Mindy Gearhart Beth Gerber Cheryl Corderman Matthew Donegan Rusty Francisco Laura Eyler But They Gain Respect Eric Michael Lorretta Michael John Christopher Gunn Harbaugh Hardman Harrison Harsh Harshman Gregory Dawn James Tonya Glenn Jennifer Henesy Hernandez Himes Himes Himes Jr. Horst 47 Class Rings Make For Ashley Jameson Timothy Jones Amee Kearns Lauren Kearns Todd Kelley Jason Kendall Karen Richard Chad Craig Julie Jennifer Kight Kline Knepper Knight Koontz Krape Dawn Householder Lee Inman Irene Hovermale Maureen Ireland Scott Hurley Trevia James High Point of Year Christa Kevin Anthony Cathy Katherine William Lachenmyer Lakefield Landry Leatherman Leatherman LeDane Denise Linn John Jeffrey Little Lopez Scott Lowe Brian Martin Crystal Martin M Vicki McClain Tirso McCoy Mary McGuirk Kelly McKeever Clifford Miles AJ and Chris are mastering Chemistry. 49 Sophs Win Spirit Stick Dennis William Melissa Miller Jr. Mills Moore jr® °«0nTR Joe Roberts A job well done Joe for being Artiat of the Month. Anthony Douglas Dwayne Miller Miller Miller Stephen Gina Moser Mower Amy Kimberly Andrew Warren Amy Thomas Nedrow Nehring Nix Nocon Nuckels Nussear Jason Mullenix Alan Munch Daniel Muritz Julie Myers Share It With Juniors Shelby Susan Randy James Krista Jessica Palmer Parks Pepple Peters Petty Plotner m Aaron Quick Maria L.V. Ramos Raney Sandra Bradley Reuschling Reynolds Julie Ridenour Joseph John Michael Just think these people are learning how to drive. Roberts III Ronzo III Rosales 51 Funds Raised for Future Rikki Rosier Jody Schelling Lonna Susan Seibert Shafer David Sanders Mathew Shaffer Christopher Sarampote Nicole Shrander Todd Sasse Amy James Ruddrick Sampsell Jr. k Frank Shuey Vanick Smith Tina Stang Marivic Sison Mary Souders Carol Slemmer Brandon Smith Brian Smith Warren Seth Tracy Speath III Spessard Stambaugh Todd Snook James Stottlemyer Looks like Anne, Beth, and Jody will be friends forever. Looks like an interesting conversation with Ms. Magruder. Cheryl Stephanie Albert Robert Roger Rhonda Stouffer Stouffer Strauss Swartz Taylor Teter Cynthia Brenda Timothy Keith James Penny Thomas Toms Tyler Upchurch Updegraff Volcjak Eric Shawn Robin James Walker Warrenfeltz Wetzel Wilcox Charity Heather Wiles Winfield 53 Just Two Years To Go! Jennifer Melissa Rhonda Matthew Charlene Terry Winslow Winters Wolf Working Yates Yotes Craig Knight, watch that birdy. After school candy sales. Not Pictured: Brian Grove Tracy Roese Sonya Steele Catherine Duble Athena Cool Guess Who: April Lehman C. Zinimerman Guess Who? 54 “Train up a child in the way he should go; And when he is old, he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs xxii, 6 F R E S H M E N 55 Robert Benner i ’ Stacy Bingaman Joy Blachek Freshmen... V Ronald William Chad Bachtell Bachtell Baker Laura Barnes Christine Barnhart Class officers 1987-1988 are Chad Bakei-----President, Julie Mong — Vice President, Aimee Toothman — Secretary, and Jamie Wagner — Treasurer ) Anthony Bigi Melissa Bishop Charles Timothy Claire Keith Tricia Blake, Jr. Bond Boswell Bowers Bowman 56 Work For Success Troy Darryl Christopher Nicolas Charles Darrin Bragunier Brown Burtner Butts Byers Campbell James Scott Terra Campbell Cantner Carter Victor Cassady Daisy Charles Castel Castellow Tootie'a first year Latin class works diligently on their translations. Erik Brenda Robert Christian Michael Christopher Corbiser Coyle Davis Decker Decker Deeds 57 Plan For The Future Cindy Molli Erin Lauren April Susan DeLauter Divelbiss Donegan Doty Easterday Eubanks Tara Fager Melissa Feigley Michael Feldman Carrie Flook Brian Foltz Kevin Forrest Steven James Michael Stephanie Terry Beth Forrest Franklin Gamblin Gardner Gardner Godlove Freshmen were introduced to warm-up exercises this year. 58 Looking Ahead Donna Harsh Jennifer Haines Sandra Harbaugh r ' i Michael Harp I Judi Gouff James Harless Damian Haugh Stephanie Gardner and Lisa Pack seem to be enjoying their aerobics in Phys. Ed. I. Shawn Hartsock Anna Heiston Steven Heiston Loretta Henry Rebecca Henry Michelle Higman Christopher Hornbecker Christina Hudson 59 Freshmen... Elmer Brenda Lisa Hurd Hurley Irving David Eric Ronald Jones Kephart Kindle Mark Jeffries Jeffrey Kipe Bethany Latham Eric Leather Heather Jenkins Mark Koogle Wayne Leather Bryan Jones and Chris Rohrer demonstrate their wrestling skills. Christopher Love Michelle Lyons Deron Malcolm Shannon Leiboldt Brad Leisinger Daryl Lewis 1 60 A New Beginning Jacqueline Marshall Jennifer Martin Katherine Martin Tammy Martin William Manges Rebecca Markell Michael Robert James Gerald Mathias McFerren McFerren II McIntyre Angela Jennifer Lory Julie Miller Miller Miller Mong “Light is the task when many share the toil. ” Homer “Who so neglects learning in his youth, loses the past and is dead for the future. ” Euripides Staci Winters, along with the rest of her class, make the best of aerobics. Melinda Marsha Kathryn Chad Jennifer Christina Mongan Morningstar Mosteller Nehrboss Nelson Owen Making The Best Of Lisa Pack Joshua Mark Pearlman Pepple Lisa Todd Plume Portner Dean Pryor Nichole Kevin Reiners Reynolds f � Christopher Rohrer Christopher Rosenberry In the picture above, Ms. Magruder's freshman English class takes a break. This year, the freshmen were successful by having a candy sale. Michael Kelsey Scott Scouten Roger Shank Jr. V I Melissa Susan Shirely Shoemaker Michael Shifler 62 Their School Years Dennis Smith Katrina Smith William Smith Miguel Soto Matthew Shupp David Smith Tammi Robert John Jeffery Beverly Sandra Spangler Stang Stansbery Steidl Stottlemyer Stottlemyer Yvonne Stottlemyer Jefferson Michel James Evan Swope Taranto Teays Thompson Gilbert Thurston Aimee Toothman Chad and Jeff let out their frustrations. Denise Quintin Troia Trovinger 63 Enjoying Their Youth Jeffrey Whittington Shawn Wieczorek Valerie Williams Nathan Wilson Meryia Windisch Staci Winters Robert Shannon Turner Tyler Candida James Wagaman Wagner Lisa Wade Janel Weaver Victoria Unger Karen Wade Christine Waicul 1 Stephanie Wastler Mark Weddle V i I Kelly Wade Freshman boys display their wrestling techniques in gym class. Marie Robert Worthington Young 64 “I studied the lives of great men and famous women; and I found that the man and woman who got to the top were those who did the jobs they had in hand, with everything they had of energy and enthusiasm and hard work.” — Harry S. Truman A C T I V I T I E S 65 Row 1: 7bmmy Magaha, Robin Hose, Mendy Obitts, Dawn Harper, Holly Starliper (chairperson), Maria Malkiewicz (chairperson), Kristen Estes, Tammy Hastings, Sharon Brogunier, Kathy Detrow, David Moser, Mrs. Paci (advisor). Row 2: Paul Shillinger, Liz Martz, Cindy Martz, Shannon Schildt, Kelly Shives, Kelli Stine, Jamie Wolf, Kathleen Hansford, Dana Vestal, Kathy Shepley, Lisa Lachenmayr, Jeannette Keadle, Melinda Smith, Kelli Wolfe. Row 3: Eric Blair, Jenny Shaw, Wendy Bachtell, Sue Barber, Anne Doyle, Kelly Vaughn, Tina Delauter, Alex Ulrich, Andrea Miller, Jen Anger, Alyson Garrett, Kim Grossnickle, Staci Switzer, Marie Powers. PROM 1988 The Junior Class of Smithsburg High School Presents Moose Lodge 212 May Twenty-Seventh Nineteen Hundred Eighty-Eight Working Together Makes it Happen An Evening Of Enchantment Karen Horton and date Carl Graybill and Heather Myers Michell Martin and Dale Fiehack Chris Orndorff and Sandy Reuschling Stacey Stouffer and Brian Brandt 68 Mark Holtzman and date catch the mood. Freshmen servers floated around the Moose Lodge assisting and serving the ju- niors and seniors throughout the evening. Above, Lori Miller and Staci Bingaman help cut the cake. Prom-goers greeted by Kevin For- rest. Tonight a curtain closes. And we take a final bow, To the four years we have spent Which are slowly ending now. But let time stop this evening, for just an hour or two As we recall the memories That seem, right now. too few. And gathered all together. We will not say ‘'goodbye, for thoughts that will prevail With us, of you, will never die. The Juniors 69 A Tour Of France Lona poses for a picture in Chartes to show us that Coca-Cola is popular worldwide. The group visited Mt. St. Michel which was once a monastery. Preparations for this year’s trip to France started early in the school year. Passports and Visas had to be obtained by those who hadn’t yet been to France. Five students from Smithsburg High School were among the forty-two students and four chaperones from Washington County that went to Paris. Seniors Christina Brown, and Kevin Simmons; sophomore Lona Seibert and freshman Kathy Mosteller went on the trip. The group met at the Sheraton Inn on the after- noon of March 24 and from there traveled by bus to Dulles Airport in Washington. They departed Dulles and arrived at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris Friday morning around 9 A.M., French time. While in France, the group did a lot of traveling and stayed in five different hotels. They toured, shopped, and went sight-seeing in Paris for Five of the days visiting places like Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower, museums and, of course, many elegant shops and cafes. Aside from Paris the students traveled to Tours, St. Malo, Caen and Mont St. Michel. After returning to Paris for a day and a half of free time, the group prepared for the trip home. They left France Saturday April 2, in the afternoon and ar- rived at Dulles Airport that evening. Then once again they traveled to the Sheraton for reunion with their families. The following students went on the 1988 French Trip: (left to right) Kevin Simmons, Christina Brown, Kathy Mosteller, and Lona Seibert. 70 Christina proves just how windy it is on an evening at the top of the Eiffel Tower. The Seine River which runs through the center of Paris. An example of one of the many elaborate Chateaux. Kathy gets her picture taken with the view of the city in the background. 71 The Computer Challenge Club First In MD Computer Bowl Row I: Paul Shillinger (Vice-Presi- dent), Tera Paul (Secretary), Charlie Kaufman (President), Chris Herbst (Treasurer). Row 2: Miss Higman (Ad- visor), Julie Spaeth, Lisa Plume, Brian Plume, Ron Keplinger, Andrew Nix, David Hunt. Not pictured: Marianna Brown, Rhonda Teter, Chris Rogers. The Computer Club offers interested students op- portunities to experiment with all-ready-developed software and to create their own programs and designs. One of their fundraisers that implemented the use of computers was the club’s offer to print Christmas and holiday and birthday cards at a minimal fee through the use of a program called Print Shop. One of the most exciting events of the year for this club was the participation in the third annual Com- puter Bowl held at the University of Maryland Balti- more County on April 16. The team took first place and every member of the team received a savings bond. Since computers are gaining more popularity in busi- nesses and homes, this organization looks forward to adding many new faces to the club and hopes to develop ways to benefit many areas of school life. Ron Keplinger, Brain Plume, Chris Herbst, Charlie Kaufman competing in the Maryland Computer Bowl. 72 NHS... NHS... Kelly Volcjak, Kevin Simmons, Amaya Doty, Lisa Gordon, Julie Spaeth, Michell Spaid, David Collins, Michell Martin. Not Pic- tured: Patrick Benchoff. Lisa Gordon, Vice President; Amaya Doty, Historian: Julie Spaeth, President; Kelly Volcjak, Secretary. Not Pictured: Patrick Benchoff, Treasurer. The National Honor Society represents “the brains” of the school. Students are eligible if they have a 3.5 cumulative scholastic average with no final grades of C or lower or a 3.6 average with not more than one final grade of C or lower by the end of the first semester of their junior or senior year. However, scholastic achievement is not the only thing that is considered. Three other areas considered are service, charac- ter, and leadership. Although these students are busy striving for academic excellence, they still are caught up in the web of fund raising to meet the needs of the organization. During Homecoming weekend, they sold baked goods during the parade. In the spring they had a candy sale. The Initiation Ceremony is their biggest project. It is usually held in May. Students that are accepted into the National Honor Society have achieved the academic excel- lence for which all students should strive! 73 Making plans for fundraiser. Julie goes over the day ’s agenda. Latin Club Mrs. Tootie Ridenour has been the Latin Club’s advisor for the past 11 years. Smithsburg High School’s Latin Club, the Romans of the Modern Age (R.O.M.A.), has always been an active organization and this year has proved to be no different. Even though no officers were elected, the members of the club united to plan R.O.M.A.’s many activities. Tootie Godlove Ridenour has been the club advisor for several years. One activity that R.O.M.A. has been sure to participate in yearly is the canned food drive for Cedar Ridge Orphanage at Thanksgiving. Over 750 cans were collected by club members and Latin students. Throughout the year, Mrs. Ridenour graciously opens her home to all club members for parties, like the ones held at Halloween and Christmas. Each year, R.O.M.A. joins the Spanish Club to attend a play. This year, the group will see a performance of the popular Broadway show “Cats.” And then, this year, as always, the club will end their exciting year by holding a scholarship banquet where the Latin scholarship will be awarded to the student who has shown the most interest and put forth the most effort during their four years of Latin. Row 1 — Amy Cool, Kathy Hansford, Lisa Lewis, Brian Plume, Jeannette Keadle, Lisa Lachenmayr, Kim Grossnickle, Kathy Detrow, Lisa Plume, Cindy Martz, Liz Martz, Brenda Coyle, Michelle Higman, Carrie Flook, Row 2 — Gina Mower, Kathy Bell, Kelli Wolfe, Stacy Switzer, Kim Nehring, Mendy Smith, Cheryl Gaumer, Krista Lachenmayr, Jennifer Dorney, Kevin Simmons, Jenny Smith, Tammy Martin, Lisa Wade, Trisha Bowman, Valerie Williams, Cindy DeLauter, Row 3 — Todd Barnes, A. J. Straus, Shannon Schildt, Tammy Pryor, Jamie Wolfe, Dawn Marker, Alys Reed, Julie Spaeth, Amee Kearns, Charlie Kaufman, Amaya Doty, Lisa Gordon, Stephanie Winowiecki, Gina Clevenger, Paul Shillinger, Ron Mosteller, Joel Schaller, Dean Pryor 74 FBLA Leads The Way Members of this year's FBLA include: Row 1: Sarah Messier, Lori Oswald, Amy Nave, Kelli McNairn, Jeanette Keadle, Row 2: Julie Ridenour, Mike Nix, Tammy Boyd, Patrick Benchoff, Tammy Baker, and Mrs. Callamari (advisor). The officers this year were Patrick Benchoff (treasurer), Tammy Boyd (president), and Tammy Baker (vice president). This year's secretary, Jenny Smith, isn't pictured. These members of the FBLA represent the winners of the re- gional FBLA competitions, they will go on in April to compete for the state titles in their various areas. This year, the Future Business Leaders of America participated in charitable fundraisers, such as sponsoring a type-a-thon for Leukemia and walking in the March of Dimes Walk-A-Thon. Other activities that took place included a Christmas party at Rocky’s Pizza. Several members participated in a regional FBLA competition at Walkersville High School. Those who placed first or second in their individual events will go on to compete in the state FBLA competition which will be held in Hagerstown at the Ramada Inn in April. 75 Spanish Club Active Top Row: Jenny Shaw, Chris Sarampote, Jackie Beall, Thmmy Pryor, Wendy Bachtell, Shannon Schildt, Julie Spaeth, Kathy Detrow, Tammy Spangler, Kim Nehring, Cheryl Gaumer, Lisa Lachenmayr, Scott Wilson, Melinda Riffee, Cher Stouffer. Middle Row: Chris Rogers, Penny Volcjak, Karen Kight, Alyson Garrett, Jennifer Anger, Paul Shillinger, Lonna Seibert, Jennifer Dorney, Kevin Simmons, Amaya Doty, Vicki Unger, Dawn Hernandez, Julie Koontz, Andrea Burkett, Sue Barber, Marie Powers, Mrs. Paci, Advisor. Lower Row: Andy Nix, Shawn Warrenfeltz, Dan Sanders, Kara Reed, Kelly Shives, Kelli Stine, Maureen Ireland, Nicole Shrader, Cher Stouffer, Tammy Hastings, Anne Doyle, Brenda Toms, Julie Myers, Carol Slemmer, Candi Eshleman. President Shannon Schildt talks to Mrs. Paci while others listen. 76 And On The Go! Los Conquistadores is a club that enjoys having fun. They have had many celebra- tions throughout the year: Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s, and even St. Patrick’s. To add to the Christmas celebra- tion, members had secret stockings. They drew names and gave other members small gifts for one week. Then at the end of the week, secret Santas were revealed. The club traveled to the Harlequin Din- ner Theater to see “42nd Street” in Decem- ber. Then in April they went to the National Theater to see “Cats”. Both experiences were worth the trip. One of the things the Spanish Club enjoys doing is eating. In November, they held their Initiation Banquet at Mountain Gate in Thurmont. Then in March, they sampled Mexican food at Amy’s Los Amigos in Hagerstown. On the lighter side of things, the group enjoyed a day at King’s Dominion. After the frustration of a ticket shortage, which Mr. Paci resolved, students enjoyed the chal- lenge of “Shock Wave,” “Avalanche,” and the “The Grizzly.” If you enjoy foreign lan- guage, Spanish is popular and the Spanish Club is for you! Say cheese, Mis Amigos! 77 Muchacho enfrente del pueblo Cher and Kathy display upcoming events. S.G.A. ... S.G.A The 1987-88 S.G.A. officers are as follows: Michell Martin (secre- tary), Alys Reed (vice-president), Julie Spaeth (president), Kara Reed (parliamentarian), and Cheryl Martin (treasurer). Mr. Gift is the new advisor for the Student Govern- ment Association. Row 1: Dave Collins, Michell Martin, April Lehman, Valarie Williams, A.J. Strauss, Alex Ulrich, Julie Spaeth, Alys Reed, Christa Lachenmayr, Lisa Avey, Kara Reed, Ann Doyle, Kelli Volcjak, Row 2: Penny Volcjak, Kelli Wolfe, Stacey Switzer, Kathy Beall, Jamie Wolfe, Wendy Bachtell, Kim Nehring, Jennifer Alvarez, Beth Gerber, Amy Cool, Kim Grossnickle, Nichole Schrader, Maureen Ireland, Maria Malkiewicz, Jeanette Keadle, Stephanie Winowiecki, Row 3: Amee Kearns, Cheryl Martin, Tammy Boyd, Karen Oyster, Lori Oswald, Tammy Pryor, Jennifer Martin, Kathy Shepley, Andrea Little, Holly Starliper, Charlie Kaufman, Sherry Koontz, Joel Schaller, Kathy Detrow, Tammy Spangler, Gina Mower, Lisa Lachenmayr. 78 S.G.A. ... ... Kathy Beall, Christa Lachenmayr, and Gina Mower attentively listen at one of this year’s S.G.A. meetings. Aimee Toothman is being escorted by Chris Herbst in the Prom Fashion Show which was sponsored by the S.G.A. and took place on the night of March 11. Ann Doyle and Lisa Avey take a small break during a meeting to pose for a picture. This year’s S.G.A. started at the end of the 1986-87 school year with the election of officers. At that time, the students of Smithsburg High School elected Julie Spaeth as president; Alys Reed, vice-president; Michell Martin, secretary; and Cheryl Martin as treasurer. There was the usual large amount of members who joined the S.G.A. this year. However, the number of people at most of the after school meetings was usually few. In attempt to solve this attendance problem a rule stating that three unexcused absences may be grounds for dismissal was once again in effect. But the attendance problem did not stop the S.G.A. from having another successful year. At the beginning of the 1987-88 school year, the S.G.A. started preparing for their biggest project of the year. Homecoming. Members of the S.G.A. worked together to successfully present the weekend festivities which included the bonfire, parade, and the dance. Some other activities which the S.G.A. organized or sponsored were the Christmas Dance, Prom Fashion Show, Blood Drive, and Operation Prom Graduation. 79 Olympics Of The Mind The Atlantis Team Team members pose with their vehicle. Team members Cindy Martz, Liz Martz, Paul Shillinger, Andy Nix, and Diana Stansberry get psyched before the state competition. Many hours of planning were put into their project which was advised by Mr. Hoffman. Although the structure looks like a simple construction, many specifications had to be met. Notice the enthusiasm on Paul’s face. Cheer up, Paul! 80 Two Teams Compete Straddle Structure Team The team decided to enhance their presentation with their dress. Every year, bright and talented stu- dents from SHS compete in the Olympics of the Mind competition. This year saw a new twist with two teams from SHS com- peting. Team One consisted of Alan Decker, Charlie Kaufman, Seth Wilson, Dave Collins, and Mike Whaley. They chose as their long-term problem the straddle-structure. Their problem was to build a small, light-weight structure out of balsa wood that could be stacked with weight and not break. Team Two was made up of Diana Stansberry, Cindy Martz, Liz Martz, Alex Ulrich, Andy Nix, and Paul Shillinger. They chose to attempt At- lantis for their long-term problem. At- lantis required the students to build a vehicle to certain specifications and equip it with lights, alarms, and remote control arms. The Atlantis team’s vehicle performed rather well but looked very much like a sani-pot on wheels. Both teams did well in the regional competition with the Atlantis and Strad- dle-Structure teams placing first. After regionals, the teams progressed to the state competition at the University of Maryland at the Baltimore Campus. Here, the Atlantis team met with techni- cal difficulties, problems with their computer equipment and a short in one of the remote control arms. Thus, they did not have a good showing at the state level. The Straddle-Structure team did better. Their structure held less than it had in the regionals but still led them to a second place finish. After the competition most of the students used their free time to enjoy Quad Mania, a campus party with live music and food. After the awards cere- mony, the teams returned home but not without a stop at Pizza Hut. Both teams pose for a portrait. L-R: Alan Decker, Charlie Kaufman, Mike Whaley, Seth Wilson, and Dave Collins. 81 Chess Club Checks Out Row 1: Rebecca Henry, Nathan Wilson, Meryia Windisch. Row 2: Mr. Gehr, Joshua Pearlman, John Alfaro, Shannon Tyler, David Smith. Row 3: A. J. Strauss, Seth Wilson, Jason Butt. Absent: Chris Deeds. BOARD PLAYER U.S.C.F. ratings (Oct. 1987) 1 Nathan Wilson 1823 2 Seth Wilson 1601 3 John Alfaro 1252 4 Meryia Windisch 1096 5 Shannon Tyler 1073 6 Jason Butt 1261 7 Joshua Pearlman unrated 8 Chris Deeds unrated BOARD GAMES WINS LOSSES TIES 1 10 8 0 2 2 10 7 1 2 3 10 4 5 1 4 8 2 6 0 5 8 3 5 0 6 3 0 3 0 7 5 1 4 0 8 2 1 1 0 Freshman Nathan Wilson moves one step closer to vic- tory. 82 Mr. Gehr gives advice to Joshua Pearlman. Jason Butt, press secretary for the club, looks over his options. Shannon Tyler has Meryia Windisch biting her nails as Meryia looks for her next move. In the back, Mr. Gehr gives Jason a little advice. Southern Central Pennsylvania Chess League Current Standings 1st place Burmudian 10-0 2nd place Waynesboro 8-2 3rd place Smithsburg 6-4 4th place Gettysburg 4-6 5th place Littlestown 2-8 6th place New Oxford 0-10 The Chess Team this year was made up of mostly fresh- men. Nathan Wilson, a freshman, obtained the highest United States Chess Federation rating ever in the league. His rating was 1823 and improved to 1933 throughout the year. Nathan was the only one in the league to go undefeated. He finished second in the Baltimore Scholastics Competition in which the team took first place over all. The Wilson brothers, Seth and Nathan, carried their team to second place in the Maryland Scholastic Chess Tourna- ment with Nathan finishing second and Seth finishing sixth. 83 FFA The Future Farmers of Amer- ica is an active or- ganization at Smithsburg High School. The stu- dents learn about many facets of agriculture. Throughout the year students enter livestock and dairy competitions. Not only do they learn about the quality of animals, they learn to judge the animals as well. Early in the year Jason Worthing- ton won the state competition in tractor driving. He went to Spring- field, Massachu- setts, and com- peted in the Eastern States Ex- position. In December, the FFA raised money through their annual citrus fruit sale. Then in the spring, they raised money through their sale of lilies and tulips. In March, the Smithsburg chapter hosted a poultry contest. Live chickens and ready to cook chickens were on display. Students iden- tified parts of the chicken and judged the qual- ity of chickens and eggs. In April, students competed in livestock and dairy contests. Some entered the contests while others were given tips on judging. During the course of the year, Scott Newcomer and Jason Worthing- ton participated in a landscaping project through the Career Studies Center. It involved planting grass, trees, and shrubs for the house built by Career Studies students. Overall, the FFA is a positive reflection of the excellence in agricul- tural education offered at Smithsburg High School. Row 1: Jay WcUtx, Carl Graybill, Robert Goode, Row 2: Bill Unger, Scott Newcomer, Tommy Clapper, Jason Worthington, Sean Alexander, Scott Stottlemyer, Craig Miller, Row 3: Mr. Bolyard, Henry McFarren, Mark Frey, Joel Graybill, Jerry Mcgovern, Dennis Miller, James Stottlemyer. Officers, left to right, Mr. Bolyard, Advisor; Craig Miller, Junior Advisor; Scott Stottle- myer, Sentinel; Scott Newcomer, Vice Presi- dent; Sean Alexander, Treasurer; Jason Wor- thington, President; Tommy Clopper, Secre- tary. 84 Left to Right: Dana Gates, State Judge; Dennis Miller, Third; Joel Gray hill. Fourth; Henry McFerren, First; James Stottlemyer, Sec- ond; and Charles Deberry, Judge. Henry McFerren and Dennis Miller examine an egg for impuri- ties. Henry McFarren, Marie Worthington, and Jason Worthington hold the cake for the Green Hands Ceremony. Jason Worthington and Scott New- Jason Worthington and Scott Newcomer comer hang chickens on racks in give Mr. Catania a pig for his birthday. preparation for the Poultry Contest. Mr. Bolyard prepares the parts identification table for the Poultry Contest. 85 MR. BOLYARD HONORED — Dedicated to FFA and Students ofSHS Mr. Bolyard was recently caught off guard at the annual FFA banquet on May 11,1988. The program, with its presenta- tion of awards, looked the same as it had in past years. However, the SHS cafeteria was filled with lots of familiar faces from previous teaching years. FFA presidents and vice presidents from 1961 to present had come to honor a man dedicated to his teaching profession and his advisory of the FFA. Mr. Bolyard was presented with a plaque that listed the names of the presi- dents and vice presidents of FFA since 1961. He was also honored with an award from the Washington County Agriculture teachers. This year’s FFA presented him with a gift certificate. Needless to say, Mr. Bolyard was speechless. What does Mr. Bolyard plan to do once he retires? He plans to hunt, fish, farm, and possibly build a log cabin. Whatever his plans are, we wish him the best of luck upon his retirement. Proudly displaying plaques Almost home! Surprise! Finding words to speak 28 YEARS OF SERVICE Mickey McCall, a national FFA officer, was the guest speaker. His key address was “Never be satisfied with what you can do.” He also spoke about the UGLY factor. This meant “Understanding the Greatness that Lies within You.” He was optimistic about the future of farming and an inspiration to everyone who was present. Scott Newcomer, vice presi- dent 87-88 and incoming pres- ident, Mr. Bolyard, and presi- dent Jason Worthington pose for the camera. Jason and Scott received Leadership Awards and Scott received the Scholarship Award. The Star Greenhand was awarded to Henry McFerren and the Star Chapter Farmer was awarded to Jason Worthington. 87 Orchestra Fine-Tuned This is the first year that there were separate high school and middle school orchestras. The orchestra usually partici- pates in four concerts per year. The first one this year was a county-wide Christ- mas concert. In April an all-county or- chestra concert was held. In May a com- bined high school and middle school concert was held. The orchestra also played for the baccalaureate service on June 5. The high school orchestra consists of fifteen students. First violins are Kara Reed, Bethany Latham, Rebecca Marked, and Rebecca Henry. Second vio- lins are Katie Mosteller, David Jones, and Mark Koogle. Viola players are Cyn- thia Martz, Barbara Nester, and Chris Deeds. Cello players are Katherine Leatherman and Joshua Pearlman. Bass players are Matthew Good and Lory Miller. The flutist is Tracey Snook. Senior Tracey Snook plays a solo called “Syrinx” by Claude Debussy. 88 The orchestra performs its final number. Matt Good plays bass during the Spring Concert. SHS Marching Leopards Smithsburg’s Marching Leopards once again had a successful year. From the first summer practice to the group pictures taken the last day of school, band members were kept very busy. Freshman mem- bers got the typical rough treatment from the experienced upper- classmen, but there were no real hard feelings; if anything, it paid off. Several sandwich sales and an annual Christmas Bazaar later, band members found themselves in Hershey, Pennsylvania, competing for trophies and national recognition. After the competitions, the band was let loose in Hersheypark for a day of fun and excitement. The really dedicated members tore themselves away from the park to attend the awards ceremony. The Leopard Band raked in three trophies. With sunburned noses and their trophies in tow, the band got set for the always-enjoyed bus ride home. Although, as with any competition, the band members were exhausted, there were feelings of satisfaction for knowing they had done their best. “Just wait until next year,” said one band member, “we’ll top this year easily.” Good luck, Leopards! Senior band members for the 1987-88 school year: Laurie Bolton, Darrin Catts, Susan Draper, Pam Fishack, Sheri Harrison, Chris Herbst, Brad Huntzberry, Ron Keplinger, Sherry Koontz, Chris Laye, Lisa Manspeaker, Michell Martin, Phil Martin, Brian Plume, Stephanie Poole, Jon Reecher, Kent Reynolds, Tracy Snook, Julie Spaeth, and Kelli Winters. Senior Field Director for this year was Michell Martin. Junior Field Director was Maria Malkiewicz. 89 Senior Field Director Michell Martin and band member Julie Spaeth seem happy about either a great field show or a Leopard victory. Captain Cheryl Martin wows the parade crowd at Hershey, PA. Below, the squad entertains the crowd as the band approaches. Co-Captain Kathy Detrow shakes it down for the specta- tors during halftime. Be- low, rifle mem- b e r Carol Slemmer fin- ishes a four- member ripple as the band en- ters the frame. Many new faces were brought into the spotlight in this year’s Band Front. Mrs. Nancy Reedy- Bushey served as first-ever advisor of the squad. The freshmen were the most numerous with seven members. All those freshmen spell inexpe- rience, so the five seniors on the squad: Debbie Engstrom, Kathy Gleason, Cheri Kline, Cheryl Martin, and Stefanie Winowiecki kept them in line and showed them the ropes. With the rifle squad being reinstated this year, there was more learning than usual to be done. Another new facet of the squad’s duties was in- door guard. The squad was to come up with a four minute show integrating formations, dances, and routines. Naturally, since they were new at this, they didn’t expect to place at the competition in Hershey, PA. Aside from their inexperience, the girls performed better than they had in any prac- tice, and they went home with a tremendous sense of accomplishment and hope for the future. Captains for the 1987-88 school year: Debbie Engstrom and Cheryl Martin. Co-captain was Kathy Detrow. 90 91 1987-88 SGA Rock Rush Above: Debbie Engstrom (backed up by Joe Weakfall) as Samantha Fox shows us why “Naughty Girls Need Love Too. ” Below: As emcees for the Rock Rush, seniors Dave Collins and Paul Unruh keep the audience ... entertained? Upper right: Sophomore Gina Mower strums very convincingly as the guitarist for the Violent Femms. First place went to Joe Weakfall as Prince; second place went to Amy Cool as Shandi; and third place went to Debbie Engstrom as Saman- tha Fox. 92 Newspaper: Communication Row 1: Eric Gerber. Row 2: John Taylor, Jim Schlossnagie, Paul Shillinger. Row 3: Lisa Gordon, Lisa Jackson. is their job! This year’s newspaper staff consisted of the following Editors: Jim Schlossnagle; Editor-in-Chief and Ads; Eric Gerber, Sports; Lisa Gordon, News; Lisa Jackson, Fea- tures; Paul Shilinger, Editorials; and John Taylor, Ads and layouts. Journalism class I and II worked on the newspaper, but the majority of work was done by Journal- ism II. They assisted Ms. Dundus in training Journalism I students to be future Journalism II students. Although there is a lot of work involved in printing a school newspa- per, the work managed to get done. Ms. Dundus, the advisor, also had a lot of responsibility to make sure deadlines were met. During the course of the year, stu- dents produced 9 newspapers. Articles recapitulated sport’s seasons as well as telling news around the school. Students were able to voice their opinions and respond to editorials. The newspaper bridged communication among teachers, students, and the community. April Lehman and Christa Lachenmayr piece together an issue. Ms. Dundus assists Eric Gerber and Karen Kindelsperger. Lisa Jackson seems to be in the midst of preparing a feature story. Jim and Eric work on planning their layouts for the newspaper. John, Eric, Jim, and Paul take a moment to pose for the camera. Lisa Gordon types her story out on the computer. 94 Staff Produces Annual 1987-88 Staff Row 1: Sheri Harrison, Mike Houston, Rick Alton, Ivan Ward, Mike West. Row 2: Mrs. Nancy Rose (Advisor), Tammy Magaha, Stacey Stouffer, Jon Reecher, Kelli McNairn, Kelli Leisinger, Sarah Messier, Lori Oswald, Susan Draper. Row 3: Maureen Ungvarsky, Donnie Hammond, Stefanie Winowiecki, Gina Clevenger, Donna Staufenberg, and Jennifer Poffenberger. Not Pictured: Danny Vaughn Editors for this year’s book: Stacey Stouffer, Ivan Ward. Row 2: Gina Clevenger, Stefanie Winowiecki, Kelli Leisinger. Not Pictured are Rick Alton (Ads), and Donna Staufenberg (Seniors). Ed’s.-in-Chief: Stef Winowiecki, Gina Clevenger. 95 Senior section: Maureen Ungvarsky, Donna Staufenberg, and Shawn Harbaugh. Underclasses: Sheri Harrison (Juniors), Thmmy Magaha (Soph.), Stacey Stouffer (Jun.). Not Pictured are Susan Draper (Soph.), Sarah Messier, and Jennifer Poffenberger (Freshmen). Faculty: Donna Staufenberg, Shawn Harbaugh Clubs and Activities: (Row 1) Gina Clevenger, Kelli McNairn, Sheri Harrison. (Row 2) Stefanie Winowiecki, Kelli Leisinger (editor), Sarah Messier, and Lori Oswald. Sports (Row 1): Stacey Stouf- fer, Ivan Ward (editor). Row 2: Donnie Hammond, Gina Clevenger, Kelli Leisinger, Mike Houston, Mike West. (Right) Jon Reecher served as head Photographer this year. In order to keep a yearbook from becoming a carbon copy of past years, often times, new staffers can be the solution. As last year’s advisor, Miss Beth Dundus, stepped down from that position, Mrs. Nancy Rose took over. Not very many people envied her title, but for not having much experience, the Smithsburg annual went together pretty smoothly. With only five veteran staffers, and only three underclassmen to head their staff next year, there was a lot of learning to be done. Sections were assigned to each of five section editors and from there, separate pages were assigned to staffers. The editors-in-chief were elected from among the veteran staffers of Rick Alton, Gina Clevenger, Jon Reecher, Ivan Ward, and Stefanie Winowiecki. Gina and Stefanie were elected to head position while Rick Alton was named Ads Editor, Ivan Ward as Sports Editor, and Jon Reecher as Head Photographer. Other editors named were Kelli Leisinger, Donna Staufenberg, and Stacey Stouffer. Together, these editors brought staffers into one mass in an effort to produce a successful yearbook. 96 Show Choir Chorus This year’s chorus and show choir were under the direction of Mrs. Nancy Sullivan, new to Smithsburg High. A Christmas concert was given to the student body and to the public. The theme of the concert was the meaning of Christmas around the world. Places that were rep- resented were Germany, Spain, France, Holland, Hawaii, Italy, and the United States. Some of the selections were sung in En- glish and some were sung in Ger- man. Selected members of the cho- rus sang in Governor William Donald Schaefer’s Choir of the Counties. Members from SHS were Karen Bingaman, April Haines, and Norman Porter. They, along with other county members, performed on the steps of the State Captiol building in Annapolis on December 10. They sang songs of the season under the direction of Dr. Barry Talley, Director of Musical Ac- tivities of the Naval Academy. In the spring, SHS was well represented at the annual All- County Chorus Concert. Partici- pants were Karen Bingaman, Kristen Estes, Tammy Hottle, Cindy Martz, Liz Martz, Steve Moser, Norman Porter, Tracey Roese, and Andy Stephens. Because of some difficulties in schedules, some members will- ingly gave of their time after school to rehearse chorus num- bers since the regular school day did not allow them to take chorus as an elective. Other difficulties arose which caused the cancella- tion of a spring concert much to the disappointment of the mem- bers of the chorus and show choir, Mrs. Sullivan, the school and the public. We hopes things work out better next year. Two members of the chorus sing Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring during the orchestra concert. French Club The French Club though inactive for most of the year spent time together learning more about the French way of life and its customs. Officers this year were Aimee Carter, Marianna Brown, and Jeannie Crosby. Members this year were Mia Carter, Tricia Dull, Shannon Mead- ows, Darrell Ebersole, Dawn MacMillan, Christina Brown, and Julie Bell Ridenour. One of the fundraisers that the French Club did was to sell Argus posters that are really popular with students and teachers. The French Club also attended plays along with the Spanish and Latin Clubs. Some of the members were those who went on the French trip in the spring. Those students who were in Ms. Dundus’s class fixed crepes at the end of their study of French foods. Students agree that studying a foreign lan- guage helps them to understand different ways of life from their take-for-granted American way of life. Archeology Club The Archeology Club under the leadership of Diana Stansberry planned several different activities through- out the school year. They had some money left over from the previous year and there was no question on how that money should be spent. The group went out to dinner on two different occasions. The first time the selection was seafood, one of Mr. Ray’s favorite cuisines. The second time the students had a variety of foods from which to choose. Although the group did not meet often, they did try to set some purposes for their club. The group decided on its name because of the growing interest in archeology among the students. Magazines on this topic were made available to students to study the role of archeologists and what careers are available in this field. The group hopes to someday go out on their own and dig for artifacts espe- cially in the Antietam Battlefield area. 97 Annual Lift-A-Thon Raises money for weight room 98 Caution is taken with a bench press. Chris Orndorff lends a hand. Many safety measures are taken. Spotters are always necessary. Students choose their style. Look at that determination! George Souders lifts with all his might. Senior Internship This year’s Community Intern- ship Program was once again led by Mrs. Jean Sprowls, the Community Internship Specialist for the Board of Education. Twelve students were selected to participate in the pro- gram, and the fields of interest ranged from astronomy to the per- forming arts. Some of the intern- ships lasted as long as six months and involved the students in many aspects of their chosen field as was possible. The participants were: Patrick Benchoff, Gina Clevenger, Jennifer Dorney, Amaya Doty, Michell Martin, Phil Martin, Kara Reed, Kent Reynolds, Kevin Sim- mons, Julie Spaeth, Keith Taber, and Seth Wilson. Jennifer Dorney worked with the Washington County Health Department. Gina Clevenger performed with the Rohinwood Players at H.J.C. in “Finian’s Rainbow. 100 Patrick Benchoff was an intern for Keller Stonebraker Insurance Julie Spaeth interned in astronomy at the planetarium. Group. Kent Reynold's field of interest was ac- counting business—he interned at Amer- ican Moulding Inc. Kevin Simmons with mentor Tim Manahan and assistant from Rohr Industries, Inc. Kara Reed interned in broadcasting at WHAG-WQCM radio station. Amaya Doty worked in the foreign lan- guage field. 101 CSC Prepares Seniors Kellie Trumpower, Karen Atwood, Laurie Bolton — Cosmetology William Wiles — Air Conditioning and Refrigeration This year Career Studies students obtained on the job experience. For instance, Masonry, Plumbing, Carpentry, and Electrical Construction students worked on an actual house through the Washington County Student Trades Foundation. Also, Practical Nursing Student Stacy McSherry, and Health Occupations Assistant, Maryellen Proffenberger, went to the Washington County Hospital for part of their training. During graduation from Career Studies Center, some students won awards for a job well done. Overall, students enjoyed classes at CSC because they could study something that interested them rather than just the regular curriculum offered at school. 102 Craig Clevenger, Terry Fields — Electrical Construction Annette Lowery — Home Care Management Success doesn't come to those who wait — and it doesn rt wait for anyone to come to it. ” — Unknown William Davis — Machine Trades Gary Fields, Jeff Hedrick, Ronnie Buhrman, Terry Fields — Car- pentry and Cabinetry 103 James LeVasseur — Food Service “ You never know what you can do till you try. ” — Maclaren 104 Stacy McSherry — Practical Nursing CSC Provides Data Processing For Seniors Lara Stover and other students work on programs. Jimmy McCoy's work is not interrupted by a wandering photog- rapher. Mike Nix sits at the computer working on his program. During the third marking period, students who were in two or more business courses had the opportunity to go to CSC for half days to work on Word Processing and Data Entry. These students were: Lisa Avey, Tammy Baker, Patrick Ben- choff, Tammy Boyd, Wanda Brenot, Pam Fishack, Angie Forrest, April Haines, Sheri Harrison, Sherry Koontz, Lisa Manspeaker, Jimmy McCoy, Michael Nix, Robin Palmer, Tera Paul, Stephanie Poole, Kent Reynolds, Pam Smith, Maureen Stimmel, Lara Stover, Loretta Tracey, and Doris Wade. Tammy Baker punches information into the computer. 105 Sheri Harrison works diligently on her work. D. O. Plans Ahead Row 1: Mr. Kalback, Dan Blalock, Dawn Blickenstaff, Tonya Corbiser, Michelle Barnhart, Tracy Smith, Christy Ridenour, Charlene Brown, Karen May, Joey Smith, Tammy Howell, Karen Kline, Tania Bowers, Tonya Kuhn, Sam Miller, Davena Mong, Row 2: Jason Stamper, Kevin Stiener, Krista Sipes, Derek Smith, Allen Grove, Bobby Noland, Jeryl Weaver, Troy Pryor, Brian Eberhart, Stacy Shockey, Eric Davis, Jamie Fields. Diversified Occupations students learn many helpful skills that will prepare them for the working world and the realities of life after high school. Mr. Kalback, the D.O. instructor, teaches his students the importance of progressing towards their career goals. In order to obtain these goals, communication and mathematical skills are taught. Much time is also spent learning how to manage and spend money, handle legal matters, and understand and file income tax forms. All of this hard work during the Diversified Occupations I and II classes does pay off when the senior students have the opportunity to leave school each day at noon and obtain on the job experience. 106 Chad Brown, Clark Snow, Doug Lord, Donnie Kline, and Tommy Clopper are presently preparing for work release. D.O. students relax in front of the camera. Mr. Kalback, the D.O. instructor, always has time to stop and give his students advice, as he does with Kellie Trumpower (left) and Eric Weaver (right). 107 TYacy Smith and Christy Ridenour take time out from their job at Tastee Freez to pose for the camera. Sherrie Eaton seems to be enjoying her work at McDonald's on Northern Avenue. Andy Brewer demonstrates his cooking skills in the kitchen at Mr. Steak. Michelle Barnhart has her picture taken while enjoying her break at Dan Blalock holds up one of Miller Video's more popu- Jerrie's Satellites. lar movies. 108 Allen Grove shows courage as he approaches this large hull while working at Richard Newcomer’s farm. Christy Ridenour is photographed while hard at work at Tastee Freez. 109 Brian Eherhart concentrates on his work at Martin's Food Store. Banquets And Awards As school year comes to an end FFA awards presented by Mr. Shepherd. Mr. Bolyard honored by the faculty as he makes retirement plans. 110 Twenty-First Annual Ceremonies Held A Spo,1s Varsity Banc'uet Mr. Eugene Martin introduces the guest Walter Barr gives a message to all ath- speaker. letes: “Don’t lose sight of what athletics has done for you. ” Teams receive awards. Lisa Gordon receives Charles A. Summers Award. N! Jim Schlossnagle receives Charles A. Sum- mers Award. New banners proudly displayed. This is an uncommon sight! Mr. Catania says a few words at the Sports Banquet. He encourages ev- eryone to get involved. Mr. Shumaker, athletics director, looks nervous when it comes to pub- lic speaking. Mr. Shumaker enjoys his birthday! Mr. Reid honored by Roy Ziegler at the Sports Banquet. Mr. Reid, is this your secret admirer? 112 “I have learned that success is to be measured by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.” — Booker T. Washington S P o R T S 113 Football Team Patrick Carnahan, Mike West, Ivan Ward, Aaron Spessard, Eric Blair, Norman Porter, All area wide receiver Ivan Ward prepares to Eric Linn, Kevin Willard, Donnie Miller, Joe Catania, Alan Decker, John Taylor, Jeryl run a pass route. Weaver, Chris Orndorff, Mike Pepple, Troy Hershberger, Rick Alton, Brad Huntzberry, Terry Fields, Mike Whaley, Donnie Hammond, John Martin, Doug Harsh, Darrell Eber- sole, Scott Biser, Terry Verdier, Dickie Bowers, Chris Laye, Eric Gerber, Mike James, Jim Schlossnagle, George Souders, Joe Weakfall. TEAM SHS OPP Valley-Bruce 27 0 North High 7 14 South High 12 10 Catoctin 21 24 FSK 41 5 Brunswick 6 0 Middletown 14 13 Williamsport 31 6 Walkersville 14 33 Boonsboro 18 13 Brunswick 27 7 Milford Mill 0 22 114 Eric Gerber drops back to pass in a 27-7 play-off win over Brunswick. Exceeds Expectations Junior Aaron Spessard shows superb kicking The Leopard defense, ranked second in the county, prepares to stop Walkersville. form. Senior Donnie Miller breaks through the wedge during the regional championship game against Brunswick. The Leopard offense, ranked second in the county, huddles to plan attack. 115 116 Overachievers is a word that could be used when describ- ing the 1987 Smithsburg High varsity football team. With what the Leopards lacked in size and strength, they made up with speed, quickness, and most of all, desire. While most area football fans felt that Smithsburg would have an average year and possibly finish at 5-5, the Leopards knew that through hard work and determination, they could return to the Class C State Playoffs for the third time in four years. After opening the season’s first four games with a record of 2-2, the Leopards highlighted an eventful Homecoming weekend by trouncing Francis Scott Key, 41-5. Not only did the win push Smithsburg to 3-2 but it also was the first game in the string of four consecutive wins that eventually assured the playoff spot and Region I championship that the players had been striving for since summer practice began on August 15. The Leopards followed the Homecoming win with wins over Brunswick, Monocacy Valley Athletic League arch-ri- val Middletown and Williamsport. Smithsburg lost its next game to eventual Class B state champion Walkersville, 33-14, in a contest that was closer than the final score indicated. A final game victory over long-time opponent Boonsboro gave the Leopards a regular season record of 7-3. In the opening round of the playoffs, Smithsburg played possibly its best game of the year by crushing a Brunswick team, 27-7, that it had previously defeated by the score of 6-0. The Leopards became the victim of the elements in the semi-final round when they lost to Milford Mill High School, 22-0. Behind the passing of All-MVAL quarterback Eric Gerber and the talents of an experienced corp of wide receivers, the 1987 varsity Leopards had an outstanding season. Unfortu- nately, because the Leopards relied on the passing game, the tornado-like winds and sub-zero temperatures spelled doom for Smithsburg from the beginning in the semi-game versus Milford Mill. While the team had a great year, some members of the Leopard squad captured some individual honors at the con- clusion of the season. Along with being the All-MVAL quarterback, Gerber was selected as the Tri-State Area Co-Offensive Player of the Year and the All-Small School quarterback. Ivan Ward was named to the All-MVAL team for the second consecutive year, Co-Defensive Player of the Year and All-Small School defensive back and wide receiver. Ward, along with linebacker Brad Huntzberry, was named to the All-Area Consensus squad. Huntzberry was also se- lected to the All-MVAL team. Juniors Chris Orndorff and Mike West were members of the All-Small School team while countless other players were named to the second team and honorable mention squads of the polls. Quarterback Eric Gerber was the leading passer in the county and co-captain for the team. Senior Jim Schlossnagle shows good pursuit in the play during a home game against Brunswick. Co-captain Ivan Ward was the leading receiver in the area. Co-captain Brad Huntzherry led the team in tackles. 117 Winning Season forJVs, 1st Row: Joe Roberta, Brian Smith, Jeff Batey, 2nd Row: Todd Snook, Billy LeDane, Tony Miller, Tom Nussear, Ted Spaeth, Marc Feldman, 3rd Row: Jim Updegraff, Eric Gunn, Chip Bachtell, Jamie Peters, Rob Swart, Jamie Stottlemyer, Not Pictured: L. V Raney, Glenn Himes. JV coaches were Leon Benadom and Pete Yurish. JV football Statisticians were Aimee Toothman, Kim Nehring, Beth Elliott, Lauren Kearns, Marith Fisher. TEAM SHS OPP South 31 13 North 32 0 Walkersville 26 0 Catoctin 40 0 F.S.K. 44 6 Brunswick 6 10 Middletown forfeit Williamsport forfeit Boonsboro 60 7 118 Freshman Team Nearly Evens Out TEAM Catoctin Catoctin South High Walkersville Middletown Williamsport SHS OPP w L w L L W W L L Tie W Row One: Scott Cantner, Eric Corbiser, Danny Dunsworth, Chris Love. Row Two: Chris Decker, Mike Decker, Keith Bowers, Charles Blake, Chris Hornbecker, Jamie Wagner, Josh Pearlman. Row Three: Kevin Forrest, Roger Shank, Tim Bond, Mike Scott, Brad Leisinger, Matt Good, Frank Chilcoat. The freshman football team ended the sea- son with a near even record. The team, com- bined with both experienced and talented play- ers, earned three victories, one tie, and two losses. The first game of the season provided the team’s first win and possibly put some begin- ners’ worries at ease. Game number two was also a win and provided the boys with a sense of victory. However, the winning streak didn’t last long. The boys traveled to South High and suffered their first loss. Although it was upset- ting, losing didn’t seem to dampen their spirits; they were still eager to win. By the end of their fourth game, away at Walkersville, the boys had another win under their belts. The feeling of victory soon ended when the team met Mid- dletown on home territory and lost their sec- ond game. Trying to recover from that loss they went on to play Williamsport, but by the end of the game the final score read six-six. 119 Statisticians Include: Rebecca Henry, Aimee Toothman, Cindy DeLauter, Carrie Flook. Varsity Spikers Have Maureen Ungvarsky spikes the ball during the Williamsport game. TEAM SHS OPP Walkersville 3 0 Clear Spring 3 2 Williamsport 1 3 Boonsboro 2 3 Catoctin 3 0 F.S.K. 3 1 Walkersville 3 0 South High 3 0 F.S.K. 3 0 Catoctin 3 2 Williamsport 0 3 Boonsboro 0 3 Clear Spring 3 1 North High 3 1 South High 3 0 Michelle Spaid aces a serve. Row 1: Sue Barber, Holly Starliper, Angela Bellela, Jen Anger. Row2: Coach Young, Shannon Cianelli, Maureen Vngvarsky, Andrea Little, Michelle Eichelberger, Karen Daily, Michelle Spaid, Kelli Winters, Sharon Thrailkill. Absent: Cindy Darrah 120 Winning Season, 10-4 Under the direction of Miss Cindy Young, the 1987 varsity volleyball team exited their season with a suc- cessful 11-4 record. The Lady Leopards were led by the senior Captain, Sharon Thrailkill. Sharon led the team with 24 aces. Se- nior Cynthia Darrah was the team’s leading serve receiver, as well as lead- ing the team with blocks and dinks. She made the first MVAL and Wash- ington County teams. Senior Kelli Winters led the team in kills and also made the first MVAL and Washington County teams. Although the Lady Leopards did not make the regionals, they had a good season. The Lady Leoparde awaits the serve. Sharon Thrailkill returns a serve. Michelle Eichelberger shows super form hitting a serve. 121 JV Volleyball Has 1st Row: Laura Eyler, Laura Barnes, Denise Linn, Stephanie Stouffer, Cheryl Gaumer. 2nd Row: Cheryl Corderman, Ann Fishack. 3rd Row: Beth Gerber, Chrissy Hudson, Jody Schelling, Amy Carey, Staci Winters, Jennifer Miller, Mollie Divelbliss. JV Leopards show team spirit. Freshman Jennifer Miller bumps the ball over the net. TEAM SHS OPP Walkersville 2 0 Clear Spring 2 0 Williamsport 2 0 Boonsboro 2 1 F.S.K. 2 0 Walkersville 2 0 South High 2 0 F.S.K. 2 0 Williamsport 2 1 Boonsboro 2 0 North High 2 1 Clear Spring 2 1 South High 2 0 122 I Stephanie hustles for the ball. Denise Linn bumps the ball to assure a victory. 123 Exciting 13- The Smithsburg High School junior varsity volleyball team finished the 1987 season with an outstanding 13-0 record. “We were a strong, aggressive team that worked well together and had fun,” said Leopard Coach Susan Cianelli. “I enjoyed this season!” The Leopards’ top servers were Jody Schelling and Cheryl Corderman while setter Anne Fishack also had a good season. Sophomores Amy Carey and Laura Eyler combined with fresh- man Staci Winters to provide the spik- ing power necessary to have an unde- feated season. Denise Linn and Fishack led the team in point-making spikes. The power serving of Cheryl Gaumer was an added asset to the 1987 squad. Coach Cianelli also mentioned Stephanie Stouffer as a quality re- serve. 0 Record Chrissy waits patiently for the ball to come over the net. Varsity Kickers Improve! Standing; Joe Gardenhour, Eric Cloudy, Rich Bouchard, Ben Harsh, Steve Harp, Jeff Baer, Charlie Kaufman. Kneeling: Joe Bausman, Brad Reynolds, Chris Herbst, Brian Martin, Tim Jones, Mike Rosales. Not Pictured: Ron Keplinger, Paul Unruh, Chris Rohrer SCOREBOARD TEAM SHS Williamsport 2 Brunswick 1 Boonsboro 1 Walkersville 1 North High 1 Catoctin 0 FSK 0 Clear Spring 0 Brunswick 0 Middletown 0 Hedgesville 6 South High 2 OPP 0 7 0 9 5 0 5 2 1 14 9 8 Seniors: Ron Keplinger, Charlie Kaufman, Joe Bausman, Chris Herbst, and Joe Gardenhour give advice to fellow teammates Steve Harp and Brad Reynolds. The Varsity team improved from their record of 0 -12 to a record of 2-9-1. The team was led by senior Co-Captains Joe Bausman and Chris Herbst. Chris led the team in scoring with seven goals followed by seniors Eric Claudy 3 and Joe Gardenhour 2. 124 JV Program Begins Standing: Coach Bausman, Chris Rohr, Matt Shupp, Chad Baker, Mike Mathias, Evan Thompson, James McFerren, and Coach Evans. Kneeling: Gilbert Thurston, Anthony Gamblin, Kevin Reynolds, Mike Toronto, Troy Bragunier, and Brian Foltz. Not Pictured: Mark Barnhart, Jeff Lopez, Noel Ebersole. SCOREBOARD TEAM SHS OPP Walkersville l 5 North High l 7 Catoctin l 2 FSK 0 5 Clear Spring 0 3 Boonsboro 0 2 Middletown 1 8 Kevin Reynolds passes the ball to fellow teammate Chad Baker. The Junior Varsity had a good first year. After three years of a Varsity program the J.V. scheduled 7 games. Even though the young Leopards didn’t win a game, they still had a productive year. The J.V. team was hurt by the Varsity’s need for some players. The Junior Varsity really didn’t get blown out in any games; they were all competitive. The young Leopards would run out of speed because of a lack of substitutes. The Junior Varsity only scored 4 goals the whole year. Mark Barnhart, Gilbert Thurston, Matt Shook, and Mike Mathias each scored one goal. On the defensive end Noel Ebersole played goalie the whole season and had 108 saves for the year. Chad Baker dribbles by bewildered defender as Kevin Reynolds looks on. 125 Golf An Addictive Sport Smithburg’a number one golfer for the post two years shows per- fect form on a practice swing. John participated in the Maryland State High School Championship and finished in the top one-fourth in the individual tournament. He averaged 42.9. Sophomore Chris Harshman shot fifth for the team. He averaged 49.5. This was Chris's first year of golf. Charlie Brehm sees the camera. He averaged 44.8 and also partici- pated in the Maryland State High School Championship. Freshman Deron Malcolm poses for the camera. Deron shared the sixth spot on the team with Andy Nix. Deron averaged 52.0. 126 All Can Enjoy Mike Houston poses for the camera. Mike shot third and held an average of 45.2. Mike also went to the state championship. Lisa Gordon addresses the ball. Lisa was the only girl on the team and often had to play from the men's tees. She also went to the state golf match. The Leopard Golf Team was led by seniors Charlie Brehm, Lisa Gordon, Mike Houston, and John Miller. All the seniors made it to the Maryland State High School Golf Tournament. The Leopard Golf Team came in third at districts and missed going to the state as a team by twelve strokes. Golf is a sport in which everyone is equal. Smithsburg often competed with bigger schools in the area and in the district. More members of this year’s golf team went to states than ever before. The tournament was held at the University of Maryland and lasted two days. The golf team was under new direction this year. Coach Tom Kitchens devoted many afternoons and weekends driving the team to various courses. The team this year had its best golf season ever with a record of 7-6-2 since golf began again five years ago at SHS. 127 Freshman Andy Nix shows off for the camera. He averaged 54.5. Runners Have Top Marks Although the team experienced some difficulties, the season proved successful for several individuals. Captain for the boys’ team was Junior Scott Mower. Scott finished the season with eleven wins, including trips to all-league MVAL, all-county and being awarded region champion. The top runner for the girls’ team, was Freshman Rebecca Henry finishing with seven wins. Rebecca also joined Scott at all-league MVAL. Junior Jenny Shaw, the girls’ team captain, was out early in the season with an injury. We hope she’ll be back and running next year. Our returning seniors were Keith Taber and Tricia Hollister. Hollister finished the season with five first places and seven second places, and Taber fin- ished with five third and seven fourth places. Both Taber and Hollister quali- fied for states as well as freshman Re- becca Henry, Bobby Benner and Jimmy Hurd. Sophomore Amee Kearns and Ju- niors Scott Mower and Matt Davis were also qualifiers for states. Row 1: Jennifer Alvarez, Lisa Lachenmayr, Jenny Shaw, Christa Lachenmayr, Rebecca Henry. Row 2: Coach Bob Brown, Bobby Benner, Scott Mower, Keith Taber, Matt Davis, Roger Taylor. Not Pictured: Tricia Hollister, Jimmy Hurd, Amee Kearns. Exhausted, Mower crosses the finish line first during Regionals. BOYS GIRLS SCORE PLACE SCORE PLACE Mercersburg Invitational 137 6th 78 3rd Keyser Invitational 319 11th 233 9th Smithsburg Boonsboro 31 2nd 36 2nd Brunswick Invitational 166 8th Incomplete Smithsburg Invitational 92 4th Incomplete Mercersburg Jefferson Smithsburg 47 2nd Incomplete Hereford Invitational Incomplete Incompelte Smithsburg Williamsport Middletown 64 3rd Incomplete MVAL Championships 100 5th Incomplete Washington County Championships Incomplete Incomplete Region I, Class B C Championships 157 6th Incomplete Maryland Class B C State Champ. 505 20th Incomplete 128 129 1987 - 88 Varsity Squad Showing off their steady building techniques. 1987 - 88 Varsity: Kelli Leisinger, Kelli Stine, Stacey Stouffer, Alyson Garrett, Mary Davis, April Haines. The 1987 - 88 Squad was a good source of spirit for SHS. Attending camp from July 23 - 26 polished their skills. The squad was given two awards as tributes to their talents. Football season proved exciting; especially Homecoming. The squad took part in the bonfire, parade and traditional hanging of signs at the senior players’ houses. Basketball season saw the squad providing spirit throughout the season and at the State Tournament. Stacey Stouffer; Captain April Haines; Co-Captain Kelli Leisinger; Co-Captain The three seniors 1 130 The aquad pulla together for an impreaaive formation. Sophomore, Mary Davia proudly atanda. Camp gave the girls a second family The full squad cheers their team on at a chilly November football game. 131 r JV’s Have Fun At Camp Susan Eubanks, Tamara Anger, Stephanie Carl, Cher Stouffer, Sandy Reushling, and Heather Jenkins. The squad shows off their awards. Sandy smiles during a break at camp. The girls show off their stuff. The 1987 - 88 Jayvee Cheerleading squad started their season early. The squad attended Eastern Cheerleaders Association Cheerleading Camp at Gettysburg College from July 26-29. At Cheerleading Camp the girls competed for awards against other Junior Varsity squads from Maryland and Pennsylvania. They won a trophy for the best cheer chant performance brought from home, and along with the varsity cheerleaders, they won the highest honor at Cheerleading Camp: the spirit megaphone. The spirit meg was awarded at the end of camp for the squad who showed the most school spirit during the week. 132 And During The Year Cher served as captain and Steph served as co-captain. The squad shows unity under the leadership of captain Cher. Only one former Smithsburg High School Cheerleader returned for the 1987 - 88 year. Many of the new members joining the squad had never cheered before. This led to a lot of hard work to prepare for the upcoming season. The girls’ season, which runs from September to February, was packed with events. Not only did the girls cheer at their own Jayvee games but they also cheered with the Varsity during the Homecoming game and during the Varsity Basketball Playoff games. During the summer, the Jayvee squad also helped the Varsity by selling ads for the Fall Sports Program. Ten percent of all the money earned for ads went into the Cheerleading account and helped buy many needed items such as raincoats, flowers, and paints. Sandy and Steph show off their rhythm. Cher smiles while holding Tamara. Heather rises to the top. 133 SHS Wins First Ever MVAL Season Fun For All Row 1: Mike West, Joe Catania, Ivan Ward, Doug Wade, Jimmy McCoy. Row 2: O. J. Senior O. J. Bohannon does a reverse lay-up Bohannon, Chip Bachtell, Mike James, Eric Gerber, James Carr, Jim Schlossnagle. against the giants of Easton High School. Junior Mike West glides in for the easy lay-up. Junior James Carr shows perfect free throw form All MVAL guard Eric Gerber shoots the while shooting. gliding jumper in the lane. 134 Title Coach Tom Kitchens plans the strategy for another win. Junior James Carr jumps to the limit at the tip-off of the state finals. 135 The Smithshurg Leopard “Pit moves to Cole Field House during the state play- offs. Leopards Ride 14—Game Head To State Finals Coach Tom Kitchens calls it “that streak.” The “streak” Kitchens often talks about is that time of the basketball season when the team is playing at its highest level. For most teams, this stretch of games may last two or three weeks, but for the 87-88 SHS varsity basketball team the streak lasted for almost two months. “That streak” allowed the team to capture the MVAL title and to put in its first appearance at the state champi- onship games. The team severely suffered at the be- ginning of the season because of an over- lap between a successful football season and the beginning of basketball practices. Ten of the eleven hoopsters were allotted only five days of practice before the first game. Suprisingly, the Leopards shot well during their season opener against North but the defense, a trademark of SHS, was not present. The Hubs downed the Leop- ards 72-63. In the first home game against St. Maria the gym was filled to capacity. However, the Leopards still weren’t playing as a team and suffered a second loss. Then things began to change. The Leopards had three consecutive wins. At one point during the game against South High the Leopards were down by 22 points but they came back to win. Illness and a chronic back injury to leading scorer Eric Gerber caused the Leopards to drop four of the next six games, two in the Christmas Tournament and two against MVAL rivals Walk- ersville and Middletown. The fans could have given up but they remained support- ive. “That streak” began. The Leopards won four consecutive games over mediocre opponents FSK, Brunswick, and Williamsport. The widely-known PIT, the Leopard home gym, was now a deciding factor in the outcome of home games. SHS hosted Walkersville and it was a game that had to be won if the Leopards wanted a chance at the MVAL title. O. J. Bohannon scored 14 points in the final quarter to bring the team from a 12-point deficit in the third quarter as the Leopards picked up the win 59-55. Transfer Jim Carr then joined the team to give that extra push that seemed to guarantee success. In the game against Catoctin, Carr scored 16 points, and Bo- hannon made headlines by scoring 33 points and grabbing 12 rebounds for a 83-65 win. In the game against Middle- town, another important competition for the MVAL title, Carr scored 26 points to keep the score close throughout the game. However, it was Gerber and his bomb shots that won the game after much ex- citement. The next two games against Brunswick and Boonsboro were uneventful wins. Smithsburg clinched the MVAL title with a 74-58 win over FSK and cruised past Clear Spring, 68-53. In what Kitchens termed a “blitzkrieg,” the Leopards produced their highest point total of the year in an 87-56 win over Beall in the semi-final round of the Region I, Class C playoffs. In the regional championship game, Carr poured in 31 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to lead the Leopards past Mt. Savage in a hotly-contested game. The regional win pushed the Leopards into the State contested game. The regional win pushed the Leopards into the State playoffs at the University of Maryland for only the second time in the history of SHS basketball. In the first round, SHS faced an Eas- ton team in which SHS was the under- dog. Strong second and fourth quarters combined with 27 points by Carr and 20 by Gerber gave the Leopards an 80-75 win and the first-ever win during a state playoff. In the second round, the Leopards were looking for revenge against opponent Millford Mill, for the Millers knocked the SHS football team out of the playoffs. It was a tough game that left the Leopards in the lead by nine points at the half. However, a poor third quarter victimized the Leopards. Millford Mill switched to a triangle-and-two defense to shut down Gerber and the Leopards eventually saw their state title slip away. Despite the loss, Smithsburg experi- enced one of its most successful basket- ball seasons ever. The Leopards finished the season ranked fourth in the Morning Herald high school poll, second in the state, first in the region and first in the MVAL. One thing was for sure, some basket- ball life was put back into football-domi- nated Smithsburg High. 136 Winning Streak The varsity basketball team celebrates after winning the regional championship. Jim Schlossnagle shoots a “jump- shot. ” O. J. Bohannon shoots the reverse lay-up during the state final game. SCOREBOARD TEAM SHS OPP North High 63 72 St. Maria 39 49 South High 66 63 Clear Spring 54 43 South High 52 41 Williamsport 60 55 Walkersville 59 76 Catoctin 81 62 Middletown 45 66 Brunswick 56 41 Boonsboro 52 45 FSK 68 37 Williamsport 62 40 Walkersville 59 55 Catoctin 83 65 Middletown 69 66 Brunswick 56 50 Boonsboro 63 39 FSK 68 50 Clear Spring 74 58 Beall 87 56 Mt. Savage 63 53 Easton 80 75 Millford Mill 61 65 137 JV’s Break Even Although the varsity basketball team garnered the majority of the publicity around SHS, the junior varsity team. too. had a successful season. After finishing the first half of the season 3 - 7. the junior Leopards came together as a unit and finished strong with a record of 10 -10. it was sort of an up and down season. said Coach Bill Fowkes. “The team played well in the second half of the season. The players started to play well as a team along with playing to their potential. One player who was a pleasant surprise was fresh- man Mike Scott. After being promoted to the J V team in the beginning of the season. Scott had an outstand- ing year leading the team in scoring (12.1 points per game), rebounding (6.9 rebounds per game), and field goal percentage (15.9). He also led in the all-Tom Kitchens’s important category of taking charges with five per game. ChipBachtell fell just short of Scott’s averages. The sophomore guard-forward averaged 12.0 points and 6.8 rebounds per contest. Todd Kelley (8.1), Ryan Beard(7.3), Jamie Peters (6.2) and Seth Spessard (5.9) rounded out the top Leopard scorers of 1987 - 88. In the always-strong Monocacy Valley Athletic League. Smithsburg finished with a solid record of 8 - 6. The Leopards’ record could have been much brighter had the team not lost five games in which the winning margin was seven points or less. It was a fun and exciting season,” said Fowkes. The junior Leopards are now faced with the chal- lenge of moving their game up another notch to the varsity level. Every game on the 1988 - 89 schedule will be a tough contest because each opposing team will want to play their best against the defending MVAL champions and state runners-up. If the JV team can cont inue to work hard, improve and mesh with a solid group of returning players from the 87 - 88 varsity team, the Smithsburg varsity team could very well Mike Scott concentrates on free throw. make a return trip to Cole Field House. In for the lay-up. Todd Kelley sets up the shot. Team Effort Pays Off SCOREBORAD TEAM North Hagerstown St. Maria Goretti South Hagerstown Clear Spring South Hagerstown Williamsport Walkersville Catoctin Middletown Brunswick Boonsboro FSK Williamsport Walkersville Catoctin Middletown Brunswick Boonsboro FSK Clear Spring SHS OPP 50 56 47 59 41 42 56 24 53 64 54 37 62 68 60 32 51 55 47 66 45 36 69 49 50 44 61 51 48 50 46 67 47 58 58 39 66 53 59 45 Mike Scott goes for the long shot. Row 1: Todd Kelley, Seth Spessard, Mark Barnhart, Brian Smith. Row 2: Coach Bill Fowkes, Ryan Beard, Chip Bachtell, Mike Scott, Scott Lowe, Craig Knight. Not pictured: Jamie Peters 139 Freshmen Practice Starting off the season with a 36-29 win over Catoctin, the Smithsburg Leopard freshman basketball team looked as if they were off to a good start. With the fresh talents of the young players and the experience of Coach Don Stoner, it could have been a promising season. Something happened along the way; however, the final record for the sea- son was a disappointing 6-8. In spite of this record, the boys won against Boonsboro 41-36. The freshmen team crushed St. James with a final score of 48-23. Hopefully this year’s freshmen will have the experience needed for the JV team next year. Row 1: Eric Leather, Mike Toronto, Chris Hornbecker, Chad Baker, Brian Jones, Jamie Wagner, Chris Rohrer, Row 2: Erik Lasch, Damian Haugh, Brad Leisinger, Darryl Brown, Tim Bond, Mike Mathias, Charles Blake, Joel Schaller, Not Pictured: James McFerren, Troy Bragunier. Damian Haugh takes a practice shot as Jamie Wagner tries for three points. Chris Rohrer warms up before a game. Coach Don Stoner looks on. Erik Lasch passes to Mike Mathias as they try to set up the next Leopard score. Erik Lasch drives past a defender to help SHS achieve a season ending victory. 140 Gain Experience Surrounded by Knights, Chris Rohrer tries to pass the ball. Chris Hornbecker goes over an opponent in an attempt to score two more for the SHS frosh who were 6-8 for the season. Brian Jones, number 11, goes up to tip the ball to Chris Hornbecker who is ready and wait- ing for the game to be- gin. Tim Bond goes for a lay-up to score as three Knights guard him. Mike Mathias searches for an open man during a home basketball game. Catoctin Middletown St. James Middletown Waynesboro Catoctin Williamsport Boonsboro Boonsboro St. James North Waynesboro Williamsport North SHS OPP 36 29 30 47 36 27 34 47 15 38 40 38 50 52 30 35 41 36 % 48 23 25 42 24 42 29 35 42 27 141 Lady Leopards Peak CATONSVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE ■ | HOME OF THE CARDINALS Senior Sharon Thrailkill throws a superb look Kelli Winters pulls up for the running fifteen feet jumper as she did all year, away pass during the semifinal state game. Amy Grove, Mary Souders, Amy Carey, Shanda Hardy, Wendy Bachtell, Kelli Winters, Sharon Thrailkill, Karen Daily, Michelle Eichelberger, Robin Harshman, Sonya Akers. Junior Michelle Eichelberger shoots an easy lay up during the semifinal state championship game. 142 Late In Season Freshman sensation Staci Winters takes the ball strong to the hole. SCOKEBOARI) TEAM South High North High North High Hancock South High Waynesboro Hanover Williamsport Walkersville Catoctin Middletown Brunswick Boonsboro FSK Williamsport Walkersville Catoctin Middletown Brunswick Boonsboro FSK Hancock Mt. Savage Williamsport Havre de Grace SHS OPP 46 22 42 33 48 30 57 50 58 42 28 56 37 49 30 50 38 44 50 43 18 47 48 64 48 44 35 48 52 49 29 57 62 64 34 31 67 55 42 44 47 35 53 49 50 43 45 30 33 49 The Lady Leopards show good team rebounding during the game against Havre de Grace. The varsity girls’ basketball team had its ups and downs. Their performance seemed to vary with each game. Yet, overall, the season was a success. The Lady Leopards began the season with five wins. Then they suffered a major loss to Williamsport. However, revenge was in the air and in the minds of the team players. Another setback was a 26-point loss to Middletown. However, in the second match, they came back and beat the Lady Knights, the number one team in the MVAL. The team record was at 12 wins and 10 losses going into the regionals. The first game was against Hancock. The girls thought it was an easy win, however, by the end of the game the score was close with the Smithsburg girls coming on the top. The next game was against Mt. Savage. The team came out slow and weren’t up for the game. Yet, they pulled themselves together for a thrilling victory. The final game was against Williamsport. The Smithsburg Leop- ards were the underdog and ranked third in the state. The girls were psyched for the game and wanted the win after suffering a severe loss earlier in the season against the Wildcats. The game was intense. They won by 15 and captured the Class C regional title. The team was young, but they were off to Catonsville Community College for the State playoffs. The girls faced tough competition — Havre de Grace. Although they lost in the first round the experience was unforgettable. This year’s key players were Sharon Thrailkill, Kelli Winters, and Michelle Eichelberger. High scorers were Sharon and Kelli. Players that improved during the course of the season were sophomore Amy Carey and freshman Staci Winters. If you ask any member of the team, their successes were not the result of any one player but a result of a whole team effort. 143 JV's Come Out On Top 0 ‘‘10, tOPA� 0 t SCOREBOARD TEAM SHS OPP South High 54 5 North High 35 16 North High 59 12 Hancock 57 20 South High 39 19 Williamsport 33 16 Walkersville 46 54 Catoctin 33 18 Middletown 36 46 Brunswick 39 27 Boonsboro 41 17 FSK 43 23 Williamsport 43 16 Walkersville 33 50 Catoctin 51 24 Middletown 30 51 Brunswick 28 33 Boonsboro 37 17 FSK 35 27 Hancock Forfeit Coach Sue Abies Kathy Bell and Crista Lachenmyer are theJV Girls ’ Basketball Stats. Team Members: Laura Barnes, Shan- non Cianelli, Cheryl Corderman, Laura Eyler, Heather Frey, Beth Ger- ber, Denise Linn, Aimee Kearns, Jen- nifer Miller, Kim Nehring, Jody Schelling, Marie Worthington, Julie Koontz, Staci Winters. Midway through the season Staci Winters and Cheryl Corderman were moved up to Varsity due to consistent play on the Junior Varsity level. Both were constantly high scorers. Other scorers were Beth Gerber, Shannon Cianelli, Jody Schelling and Heather Frey. Excellent off the bench as substi- tutes were: Laura Eyler, Aimee Kearns, Jennifer Miller. Excellent ag- gressive defensive players and re- bounders: Kim Nehring, Marie Wor- thington, Denise Linn, Julie Koontz, and Laura Barnes. 144 Schelling blocks and shoots. 145 Amy Grove gets ready to pass the ball to a teammate. Going For the Pin Row 1: Eric Kephart, Brian Foltz, George Spangler, Jimmy Hurd, Eric Blair, Glenn Himes. Row 2: Manager Kellie Wolfe, Rusty Francisco, Donnie Hammond, Todd Snook, Mike Bressette, Mike Pepple, Keith Forrest, Manager Lori Miller. Row 3: Tammy Pryor, Bill Brierly, Derek Ruffin, Robert Swartz, Jay Waltz, Jeff Batey, Mark Jefferies, Coach Dietrich. Not Pictured: Danny Vaughn. Jimmy seems in control of the situation. Jeff prepares for his next victim. Donnie scores three of his many back points. 146 TEAM SHS OPP Thomas Johnson L W South High W L Linganore W L FSK Tournament 5th place Greencastle L W Hedgesville W L Berkeley Springs W L Ft. Hill Tournament 4th place Williamsport W L Mercersburg W L Jeff. Martinsburg W L South High Tournament 3rd place Walkersville W L Regionals 3rd place Eric works for back points. Members of the team wait for their matches. Derek plans his next move. This year’s wrestling team finished with a winning season. The team’s overall record was nine wins and two losses with a third, fourth, and fifth place in tournaments. Some members went to Regionals where the team fin- ished third overall. Donnie Hammond, Jeff Batey, and Brian Foltz were three members of the team that went to states. Donnie and Jeff placed in the top six, and Brian was the only freshman from Smiths- burg to ever attend states. Donnie, a senior, came back after missing half of last season because of a shoulder injury. His overall record was twenty-five wins and four losses. Jeff, a sophomore, completed his second year on the varsity team with a record of twenty-six wins and three losses. Next year’s team will prove to be both successful and experienced with Jeff and Brian returning. The team will be losing seniors Donnie Ham- mond and Jay Waltz. 147 Donnie, Jeff, and Brian participated in the state meet. Glenn goes for the pin. Baseball Season Comes Rainy Spring causes Inconsistency Row 1: Scott Cantner, Charles Blake, SethSpessard, Glenn Himes, Corky Guessford. Row 2: Joe Shaughnessy, Jim Updegraff, Joe Catania, Eric Weaver, Donnie Hammond, Greg Clopper, Scott Wilson, Ted Spaeth, Bill LeDane. Row 3: Coach Fowkes, Scott Lowe, Chip Bachtell, Bill Bachtell, Craig Clevenger, Jim Schlossnagle, Ryan Beard, Ronnie Boyd. The baseball team was pitted against Mother Nature all spring. It seemed that more games were rescheduled because of rain than were played at the regularly scheduled times. This might have cost the Leopards the regional title and a chance at the state title. The season began with much promise, two wins. The third game was a loss to Williamsport by one run. Next there was a major win over Walkersville and a ma- jor loss to Middletown. The weak point seemed to be a loss in defense. However, later in the season, the fighting Leopards came back to beat both Williamsport and Middletown giving the Leopards second seed in the regionals. Their toughest team was Boonsboro who was first seeded. The first loss to the Warriors was by one run. Overconfidence and the rescheduling of the second match several times led to the Leopards’ second loss to Boonsboro. Outstanding players this season were Joe Catania, first team all MVAL; Craig Clevenger, first team all MVAL; Donnie Hammond second team all MVAL; Jim Updegraff, second team all MVAL; Joe Shaughnessy, second team all MVAL; and Eric Weaver, second team all MVAL. The future of the SHS baseball team looks bright. Although the team will be losing four seniors who displayed lots of leadership and support, five starters will be returning. So the team seems to be on the upswing! 148 To A Sudden Halt Donnie Hammond shows excellent pitching form. SCOREBOARD TEAM SHS OPP Clear Spring 9 8 South High 9 3 Williamsport 6 7 Catoctin 6 5 Walkersville 18 8 Middletown 1 5 Brunswick 6 5 South High 3 2 Boonsboro 9 10 FSK 7 5 Walkersville 12 11. Middletown 4 2 Williamsport 6 2 Clear Spring 15 10 Brunswick 13 2 FSK 6 7 Boonsboro 4 6 149 Looks of determination. Softball Season Parallels The seniors: Lara Stover, Shawn Harbaugh, Maureen Ungvarsky, Michelle Spaid. I hope I got this one! You won't make it past me! It was a rough start! Keeping an eye on the ball. 150 The team: Row 1: Sue Barber, Laura Eyler, Keri Constable, Shannon Cianelli, Cheryl Corder- man, Julie Koontz, Dawn Householder. Row 2: Anne Fishack, Stephanie Stouffer, Amy Carey, Beth Gerber, Jody Schelling, Mary Souders, Chrissy Hudson, Marsha Morningstar. Row 3: Andrea Burkett, Coach Shumaker, Shawn Harbaugh, Lara Stover, Maureen Ung- varsky, Michelle Spaid, Sonja Akers, Kami Bussard, Coach Cianelli. Basketball Season Sonja congratulates Maureen for a tough catch. The softball team had a 13-5 record over all. The beginning was a little rough. The team was over-confident since they won the state title last year and thought they would be able to do the same this year. They were only suffering the loss of one starting player, Cindy Darrah, who broke her ankle during basketball season. The first game was a breeze, a 6-2 win over Clear Spring. Then reality seemed to hit as the girls lost the next three games. Would they even have a chance at the state title? The region was tough; the opponent teams were excellent. The pitchers were good and fast which meant the hitters had to be excellent and the defense superb in order to win. The Smithsburg team had a good defense. All teams in the county rated them the best and the strongest. However, the offense was weak but usually “pulled through” in critical situations. The Leopards had a 4-3 win over South High, a 10-9 win over FSK, and a crucial 9-8 win over Williamsport. There were no stars on the team. The girls put forth a team effort that was clearly reflected on the field and on the bench. There was always a lot of support for all team members. The semi-state game against Pocomoke City was no challenge to the girls. It was an easy 8-1 win. In fact, it might have boosted the girls’ confidence a little too high. The final state game was a nightmare. North Carolina possessed a fast pitcher and rose quickly to a 0-8 lead because of Smithsburg fielding errors. No matter how hard the girls tried, they could not seem to score. They never gave up but took the 0-12 loss very hard. The girls should be proud since they were MVAL champs. Re- gion I Class C champs, and a MPSSAA state finalist. MVAL first team members were Maureen Ungvarsky, Laura Eyler, and Sonja Akers. Second team members were Dawn House- holder and Shannon Cianelli. Honorable Mentions went to Cheryl Corderman and Lara Stover. Michelle Spaid catches a fly ball. Faces of mixed emotions. She's safe! Statisticians are hard at work. 151 Statewcrd Bound We almost had it all! School wishes team good luck! Jody Schelling makes it to first base. Out at second! A score for Smithsburg. Going for the bunt. SCOREBOARD TEAM SHS OPP Clear Spring 6 2 South High 3 7 Williamsport 0 3 Catoctin 1 5 Walkersville 19 9 Middletown 3 0 South High 4 3 Boonsboro 7 3 FSK 10 9 Walkersville 14 1 Middletown 5 3 Williamsport 5 0 Clear Spring 10 11 Catoctin 5 4 Clear Spring 10 5 Williamsport 9 8 Pocomoke City 8 1 North Carolina 0 12 152 Girls ’ Track and Field Row 1: Sephanie Gardner, Stacey Winters, Jenny Shaw, Mindy Ohitts, Tera Paul, Marie Powers. Row 2: Amee Kearns, Denise Linn, Molli Divelhiss, Jennifer Miller, Jennifer Haines, Rebecca Henry, Kim Gross- nickle, Julie Spaeth. Row 3: Christa Lachenmayr, Karen Kindelsperger, Melissa Moore, Kelli Winters. 153 Boys’ Track and Field Row 1: Mike West, O.J. Bohannon, Ivan Ward, Warren Nocon, Anthony Mikes Rosales reaches new heights. Gamblin, Charlie Kaufman. Row 2: Derek Ruffin, Jamie Peters, Scott Mower, Jimmy McCoy, Mike James, Paul Unruh. Row 3: Bret Mower, Joey Gardenhour, A.J. Strauss, Matt Davis, Bill Cooper, Ben Harsh, Keith Tabor. Row 4: David Warner, Mike Rosales, John Miller, Andy Stephens, Bobby Foltz, Chris Orndorff, Eric Linn, Jeff Pyles. The many events of track and field. Above, Matt Davis in 2-mile run. Below, Derek Ruffin clears the high jump bar. 154 “Not only is there an art in knowing a thing, but also a certain art in teaching it.” — Cicero F A C U L T Y 155 Mr. Vincent Catania, principal Mr. Vincent Catania, serving his second year as prin- cipal of Smithsburg High School, is often seen cruising the halls, popping in and out of classrooms, and at most school functions. He’s adjusted well to the physical structure of the school: floating teachers, classrooms in the middle school, as well as three separate buildings called the high school. He has found this year easier and has seen a lot of progress. Mr. Catania characterizes the students as having high concern for their education. Students are serious about their studies and value the knowledge they are gaining at Smithsburg High School. Some of the positive aspects of Smithsburg High School, according to Mr. Catania, are the students, faculty, and the education offered. There are several goals Mr. Catania hopes to achieve. One is to meet the needs of students so all can be successful. He would also like to see more students achieve scholastically and gear their course studies to- ward continuing their education after graduation. Mr. Catania interviews all seniors and asks their opinions on a variety of subjects. He views their opin- ions as valuable and as a way to improve the school environment. He shows great concern for and cares about the faculty and students in Smithsburg High School. Mr. Catania’s message to the class of 1988: Continue to challenge yourselves and work up to your potential. I hope you’ll develop self-confidence to take on new challenges! Mr. Catania rides to school in style on his birthday. Mr. Tim Shepherd, vice-principal Mr. Shepherd’s mes- sage to the class of 1988: Continue with all your accomplishments and goals. He greets nearly every student and faculty member each morning. He’s usually traveling swiftly through the hall- ways. He’s thorough and on top of things when it comes to enforcing the discipline policy. Tim Shepherd, the vice-prin- cipal, has settled into quite a routine at Smithsburg High School. A routine that he says can be very busy and create long days. Mr. Shepherd believes that the students’ obedience to the school rules has improved this year. The first half of the school year went very smoothly. However, third marking period was a little rough (remember the daily fights?). Every- one was ready for spring break! Mr. Shepherd enforces the school policies, gives immediate feedback to students and teachers, and keeps students well informed about their disci- pline record. He still sees tardies to class as a major problem. Like Mr. Catania, Mr. Shepherd is a familiar face in the crowd at most school activities. His presence shows his car- ing attitude as well as his role as “The Enforcer.” Mr. Shepherd conferences often with students. 157 Office secretaries Mrs. Karen Martin and Mrs. Lee Ireland take time to smile for the camera. t f Attendance Office secretary Mrs. Carol Rawlings. Attendance Office secretary Ms. Rhonda Zimmerman. Mrs. Ireland helps the librarian Mrs. Martin understand the Mrs. Martin and Mr. Graves appear very organized as they funny pages. pose for our cameras. Guidance Counselor Beverly Shobe seems to be enjoying her day. Guidance Counselor Ross Cunningham finishes the schedul- ing with drop-add sheets. When the students entered Smithsburg High School at the beginning of the 1987-88 school year, a “new look” awaited them. No longer was the guidance office a cramped closet consisting of two offices, one secretary’s desk, one table, shelves for books, two computer stations, and other miscellaneous materials. The new guidance office now has ample space and offers easier and more comfortable access to reference materials. The teachers are able to bring in a whole class for career-related activities. Guidance Office secretary Tobey Snyder looks very intent about her work. Christina Brown helps Donna Staufenberg on the College Search Computer Program. 159 Cora Ferrara Home Economics Bill Fowkes In-School Suspension James Crumbaker English Global Studies Dottie Crawford Contemporary Issues Physical Education 160 It wasn 't me! It wasn’t me!” Ralph Bolyard Agriculture General Math Beth Dundus English French I Stacey Eichelberger Business Education Teresa Bachtell Ken Baker Physical Education Mechanical Drawing Theresa Callamari Business Education Edward Gift Psychology Contemporary Issues Sandra S. Graff Human Biology Willard C. Graves Art Phil Hammond Chemistry Dirk A. Hoffman Woodworking Art Thomas Hunsberger Special Education Jon M. Kalback Diversified Occupations Thomas Kitchens Contemporary Issues 161 Virginia Magruder English French I, II Linda Martin Librarian Junior Michael Algebra General Math Lana Moore English Computers Nancy Reedy-Bushey English Drama Jamie Paci Spanish Brenda Prelog Mathematics Ken Ray Earth Science Biology Carroll Reid Physical Education 'Ijust love this class! Earl Robertson Biology Tootie Godlove-Ridenour Latin I, II, III, IV A1 Ritchick English Nancy Rose English, Journalism Larry Shumaker Athletic Director General Math Donald Stoner Physical Education Nancy Sullivan Music Harry Wacker Band Director Chuck Whitt Physics Calculus Not Pictured Cindy Hebb English Willie Conyers Special Educatior. 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Summers Award Susan Draper Band—1,2,3, 4 Latin Club—1,2,3 Spanish Club—4 Latin National Honor Society—3 Track—2,3, 4 Aide—4 Outdoor School Counselor—4 Yearbook Staff—4 Prom Committee—3 Amaya Doty Latin Club—1,2 Spanish Club—1,2 Drama Club—2,3 National Honor Society—3 Musical—4 Latin 3 4 Representative Pam Fishack Homeroom Representative—1 Vice President of Junior Class—3 Prom Committee Chairman—3 Homecoming Princess—3 FBLA Secretary—3 Band—1,2,3, 4 Debbie Engstrom Little Debbie Flag Squad—1,2,3, 4-Captain Spanish Club—4 Winter guard—4 April Haines Cheerleader—3, 4-Co-Captain Spanish Club—1 Show Choir—2,3, 4 Tammy Boyd Latin Club—2,3 SGA-3, 4 FBLA—3, 4-President 1st place Regionals—Shorthand 2 2nd place States Vocational Technical Education for Business-Secretarial award of Excellence Participated in International Management Council’s Youth and Business Program Marianna Brown French Club—2,3 Computer Club—4 Student Government—1,2,3, 4 Show Choir—3 Latin Club—1 National Federation of Music Clubs—1,2,3 Herald Mail The Scene (Leaning to the Right) Columnist—3 Xi Xi Lambda Chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Outstanding Achievement Scholarship—4 Alan Ladd Decker, Jr. “Big Al, Al, Big Red” Football—1, 2,3,4 Olympics of the Mind President—1,2,3, 4 Accepted to Franklin Pierce—$10,000 Scholarship Accepted to University of Maryland—Eastern Shore Outdoor School Counselor—2,3, 4 Donnie Hammond Football—1,2,3 Baseball—1,2,3, 4 Wrestling—1, 2, 3, 4 All County Wrestling—2, 4 State Wrestling (top six%)—2, 4 Yearbook Staff—4 FFA—2 “Best Friends” Environmental Club—1 181 Eric Gerber Gerb” Basketball—1,2,3, 4-Captain H.M. All-County-2, H.M. All-MVAL-3 2nd All-area Small School—3, All-MVAL 1st team—4 All-area Small School—4 Football—1, 2,3, 4-Captain All-County 1st Team QB, All-MVAL, Wash. Co. Player of the Year—4 2nd team All-County—3 Baseball—1,2 SGA-1,2 Latin Club—1,2,3 Class President—3 Prom Committee—3 Exchange Club Teenager of the Year—4 Optimist Club Youth of the Year—4 Most Likely to Succeed ”—4 Most Athletic —4 Newspaper Staff—3, 4-Sports Editor Attending Bridgewater College Sheri Harrison Drama Club—3 Accepted HJC Fort Ritchie Scholarship Yearbook Staff—4 Kathy Gleason Kath ” Flag Squad—1, 2, 3, 4 SGA-2,3 Yearbook—1 Prom Committee—3 Latin Club—4 Spanish Club—2,3 Boys Varsity Basketball Stat—1,2, 3 Homecoming Committee—2,3,4 Outdoor School Counselor—3 Elementary School Aide—4 Attend Hagerstown Business College Tricia Hollister Basketball—1,2, 3 Cross Country—1, 2,3, 4 Track—1 Karen Horton Shorty Transferred from Japan $500.00 Scholarship—4 Lisa Jackson Outdoor School Counselor—3 National Latin Honor Society—3, 4 Newspaper Staff—4-Feature Editor Cutest Couple ” Dauena S. Mong Dee, Vener Flag Squad—1,2, 3 Prom Committee—3 Local Advisory Council for Career Vocational Technical Education for Diversified Occupations Award Ron Keplinger Kep, Keppy Soccer—1,4 Band—2,3, 4 Drum Captain—4 All County Band—3,4 Olympics of the Mind State Champs—1 Pit Band—2,3, 4 Jazz Band—3 Pep Band—1,2,3, 4 President CFA —3, 4 Prom Committee—3 Kirk Morgan Far-fighter, Humungus fungus, Kirkus Monganiskus, Kirkster.Kirk -I” Volunteer Firefighter—3, 4 Troy Hershberger Football—1,2,3, 4 Baseball—2,3 Intramural Basketball—4 SGA-1,2 Accepted University of Maryland Brad Huntzberry Football-1,2,3,4 All Washington County Football Team—3,4 All MVAL Football Team—4 All Small School Football Team—4 All Area Football Team—4 Basketball—1,2 Track—2 Band—1,2,3, 4 All-County Band—3 Jazz Ensemble—2,3, 4 Lori Oswald SGA-1,2,3,4 Drama Club—2, 3 Prom Committee—3 Baseball Manager—3 Float Committee—1,2,3 FBLA—4 Aide—4 Yearbook—4 Plans to attend HJC 182 Sherry Koontz “Diz, Sher-Bear, Koontzie” Band—1,2,3, 4-Librarian Pep Band—2,3, 4 Pit Band—3, 4 ASP Stage Crew—2 JV Football Stat—2 Freshman Basketball Stat—2 SGA —3, 4 Float Committee—1 Bonfire Committee—3,4 FBLA—4 Aide—4 Won Olympia Typing Contest—4 Represented the state of Maryland in National Competition Lisa Manspeaker Stick, Twig, LisaPeacea Band—1,2,3, 4 All County Band—3,4 Wind Ensemble—2,3, 4 JV Football Stat—2 Freshman Basketball Stat—2 Soccer State—3, 4 SGA—3 ASP Stage Crew—2 Main Office Aide—4 Bonfire Committee—3 Pep Band—2, 3,4 Float Committee—1 Christopher Kann Moose Spanish Club—1, 2,3 Play-1 ASP-4 Enlistment Army Kelli Leisinger Bonita Anita, Kelli L. Cheerleading—1,2-Captain, 3,4-Co-Captain Rifle Squad—1, 2 Float Committee—2,3 Prom Committee—3 Drama Club—2 SGA-3 Yearbook Staff—4-Activities Editor Spanish Club—3 Elementary School Aide—4 Most School Spirit Homeroom Representative—3 Accepted HJC Kelli McNairn Red, Kel” Football Stat—1,2,3,4 Basketball Stat—2 Band—1,2,3 Flag Squad—1,2 Stage Crew—1,2 SGA-3 Latin Club—3 Float Committee—3, 4 Prom Committee Chairperson—3 Yearbook Staff—4 Outdoor School Counselor—3, 4 Teacher Aide—4 FBLA—4 Accepted HJC Christopher D. Laye Chris ASP-1.2,3.4 Band-1.2,3,4 Jazz Band—2,3, 4 All County Jazz Band—4 Governor s All-State Ceremonial Marching Band—4 Football—1.2,3,4 American Music Abroad—4 Spanish Club—1,2,3 Most Theatrical”—4 Accepted Lee College Cheryl Martin Shirley, HC. Jr., Little Shirley, Cheryl P, and Shirley Temple Flag Squad—1,2,3, 4-Captain Track—1 SGA —3, 4 - Treasurer Class Vice President—4 Latin Club—1, 2 Spanish Club—3 Prom Committee—3 Pep Club—2 Drama Club—2 Boys Varsity Basketball Stat—2,3 Float Committee—2,3 National Honor Society—4 Elementary School Aide—4 Who's Who Among American High School Students—3 Accepted HJC 183 Phil Martin Soccer—3,4 Band—1,2, 3, 4 Jazz Band—1,2,3, 4 President Float Committee—3,4 Accepted HJC Accepted University of Mary land College Park Sarah Messier “Ser Band—1,2,3 SGA-2,3 Latin Club—1,2,3 Drama Club—2,3 FBLA—4 Yearbook—4 Baseball Manager—3 Stage Crew—2 Prom Committee—3 Float Committee—2,3, 4 Aide—4 Accepted Shepherd College Michael R. Nix Basketball—1, 2,3 FBLA—4 Spanish Club—1,2, 4 Michell Judith Martin “A 2” Band—1,2-Treasurer, 3- Librarian, 4 Pep Band—1,2,3, 4 Jr. Field Director—3 Sr. Field Director—4 John Phillip Sousa Award ASP-1,2,3,4 Assistant to Producer—4 SGA—2,3, 4-Secretary Drama Club—2,3 Latin Club—1,2 Prom Committee—3 Middle School Aide—4 National Honor Society—3, 4 Homeroom Representative—1,2 Class President—1,2, 4 Class Secretary—3 “Most Theatrical” Chairman Homecoming Parade—4 Operation Prom Graduation Chairman—3, 4 DAR Good Citizen Recipient of Local Advisory Council for Career Vocational Technical Education Yearbook Sales Committee—1 NHS National Scholarship Finalist Accepted Gettysburg College Charles Kaufman “Charlie, Chas, God, C., Chuck, Chuckster Latin Club—1, 2, 3, 4 FBLA—4 Computer Club—4-President Track—4 Soccer—4 ASP-4 CFA—3,4 2nd Place FBLA Regionals 4th Place FBLA States Attending University of Maryland College Park Jim Schlossnagle “Slosh, Rex” Football—1 ■ Manager, 2,3, 4 Basketball— I, 2,3, 4-Co Captain Baseball—1, 2, 3, 4 SGA—1,3,4 WCASC—1 Newspaper—3-Sports Editor, 4 Editor in-Chief Business Editor Latin Club—1,2 Prom Committee—3 Washington County Journalism Award—2 National Honor Society—4 Charles A. Summers Award—4 Teacher's Pet ” Most School Spirit Accepted Elon College Karen L. Oyster “Oyster ” SGA—1,2,3,4 Drama Club—1, 2 Stage Crew—1 Musical—2 Prom Committee—3 Elementary School Aide—4 Float Committee—1,4 Accepted Shepherd College Stephanie Poole “Stephie, Bambi, Beaner, Beano ” All County Band—3 Band—1,2,3-Librarian, 4-President Prom Committee—3 Latin Club—3, 4 SGA-1,3,4 FBLA—4 Accepted to Hagerstown Business College Homecoming Dance Committee— 3-Co-Chairman, 4-Chairman Aide—4 Peer Counselor—2,3, 4 184 Tera Paul “T, T’ster, Veronica Spanish Club—1,2,3 Band—1,2,3 SGA—2,3 FBLA—4 Computer Club—4-Secretary Track—4 Football Stat—3,4 Basketball Stat—2 ASP-4 Drama Club—3 Prom Committee—3 2nd Place FBLA Regionals 10th Place FBLA States 9th Grade Penn State Computer Camp 10th Grade Hugh O’Brien Representative 10th Grade Girl Scout Wider Opportunity trip to Mexico 11th Grade Summer gifted talented program—NASA Camp- University of Maryland Class Secretary—4 Attending Salisbury State University Stacey Stouffer “Dudley Cheerleader—2,3,4-Captain Elementary School Aide—4 JV Basketball Stat—2 SGA—1,2 Spanish Club—1,2,3,4 Yearbook Staff—4 Accepted HJC Cheri Kline Band—lt 2,3 Flag Squad—1, 2,3, 4 Spanish Club—1,2,3 SGA— 2,3 Prom Committee—3 National Honor Society—4 Tracey Snook Snookums, Snookie” Band—1,2,3, 4 All County Band—1,2,3, 4 AUState Band—1 Orchestra—4 All County Orchestra—4 Maryland Center for the Arts—1,2 Peabody Preparatory—2,3, 4 Pit Band—1,2, 3, 4 Wind Ensemble—1,2,3,4 Soccer Stat—3, 4 Latin Club—2 Maryland State Scholarship Board Honorable Mention Dusquene Mid-East Music Festival—4 Towson State Junior Senior Honors Band—3, 4 Maryland All State Ceremonial Marching Band—3 Donna Stauffenberg Yearbook—4 National Latin Honor Society—3, 4 Drama—3 ASP-4 SGA—1,2 Latin Club—1,2,3 CristyJean Ridenour Future Homemakers of America Julie C. Spaeth Jul Band—1, 2, 3, 4-Historian All County Band—2, 3, 4 Pit Band—3, 4 SGA—2, 3- Vice President, 4-President National Honor Society—3, 4- President Football Statistician—1, 2,3, 4 Basketball Statistician—1,2,3, 4 Track Stat—1 Softball-2,3 Track—4 Spanish Club—3- Vice-President, 4-Senior Representative Computer Club—4 Latin Club—4 Student Representative to CAC—3,4 Prom Committee—3 Pep Club-2 Outdoor School Counselor—3 Internship at NASA —3 Teacher’s Pet Most Likely to Succeed Elk Teen Award—3, 4 Principal’s Leadership Award—4 Exchange Club Youth of the Year—4 Page for Maryland Senate—4 Maryland Distinguished Scholar, Semi-Finalist—4 Celebration of Excellence—4 Valedictorian—4 Accepted North Carolina State University 185 Michelle Spaid “Spaider ” Volleyball—1,2,3,4 Softball-1,2,3.4 Basketball—2 FBLA—3 Spanish Club—1,2 Drama Club—1,2 National Honor Society—3, 4 SGA—3 Prom Committee—3 Teacher’s Aide—4 Moose Scholarship—4 All County Volleyball Team Honorable Mention—4 Homecoming Princess—4 Homeroom President—2 Superintendent's Award for Academic Excellence—4 Maryland Distinguished Scholar Award— Honorable Mention—4 Accepted Towson State University Kent Reynolds Band—1,2,3, 4- Vice President Jazz Band—2,3-Treasurer Latin Club—1,2 SGA—2,3 FBLA—4—Second Place at State Competition ASP-2,3 Who ’s Who A mong A merican High School Students—4 Accepted Shippensburg University Pamela M. Smith “Pein, Pamie, Pumer, Weed John Miller Football—1 Golf—2,3-States, 4-States Baseball—2 Track—4 Michael C. Reichard Latin Club—1,2,3, 4 FBLA—1 Accepted HJC Sharon Thrailkill Basketball—1,2,3, 4 Volleyball—1,2,3,4 Softball—2 Latin Club—1, 2 Kelly A. Volcjak “Kelber ” Drama Club—3 Flag Squad—1,2, 3-Co-Captain Latin Honor Society—3, 4 National Honor Society—3, 4 SGA—3,4 Plans to Attend Goucher College Class Salutatorian Maureen Ungvarsky Volleyball— 1,2,3, 4 Softball-1,2,3,4 Basketball—2 Drama Club—1, 2 Spanish Club—1,2 FBLA-3 Prom Committee—3 Homecoming Princess—1, 4 Class Treasurer—1,2,3, 4 SGA—1,2 Yearbook Staff—4 All MVAL Softball-2,3 AllMVAL Volleyball-3, 4 “Best Sense of Humor ”—4 “Best Friends ”—4 Loretta Tracey “Retta, Lored, Red ” Accepted to Hagerstown Business College Dan Sanders Bigfoot, Bear ” Spanish Club—1,2,3, 4 AV Club-3 Environmental Club—1,2 Accepted Martinsburg Air National Guard 186 Rose Mary Romo “Rose, Rosie” Spanish Club—1 Plans to attend HJC Brian Plume “B., Bri, B’ster” Latin Club—4 Computer Club—4 Band—4 Keith Taber Cross Country—3, 4 Track—1,2,3, 4 0. M.—l, 2,3, 4 HJC Athletic Scholarship Elk’s Club Athletic Scholarship West Virginia Air National Guard Diana J. Stansberry “Diane, Ki” AV Club-2,3 FFA—1,2 ASP Chorus—4 Spanish Club—1,2,3, 4 Olympics of the Mind—2,3, 4 Archaeology Club—Founder; President-1,3, 4; Junior Advisor-2 Environmental Club—1 Chorus Stage Productions—2,3, 4 Show Choir Stage Productions—2,3, 4 Thunderbird Excavations Scholarship—1,2,3 Spanish Seminar at UMBC—3 Artist of the Month—4 Smithsburg Historical Society—4 National Honor Society—4 Girl Scouts—1,2,3, 4 Kevin Simmons Latin Club—2,3,4 National Honor Society—3,4 Spanish Club—4 French Club—4 Maryland Distinguished Scholar Program—Participant—4 Celebration of Excellence—4 Career and Vocational-Technical Education Award— Vocational Drafting—4 Accepted University of MD, College Park Stefanie Winowiecki “Stef, Winavodka, Wench” ASP-4 Flag Squad—2,3, 4 Latin Club—1,2,3 Peer Counseling—2 Prom Committee—3 SGA—3,4 Winter Guard—4 Yearbook Staff—1, 2, 4 Co-Editor-in - Chief — 4 Plans to attend HJC Latin Honor Society—3 Kelli Winters Moo, Peaches” Band—1,2,3, 4-Secretary Basketball—1,2, 3, 4-Captain Honorable Mention MVAL—3, Second Team MVAL, Second Team All-County Homecoming Princess—2,4 Homecoming Queen—4 Latin Club—1,2 Prom Committee—3 SGA—3,4 Track—1,2,3, 4 Volleyball— 1,2,3-2nd Team MVAL, 4-lst Team MVAL, 2nd Team AU-County Who’s Who Among American High School Students—3 Washington County Farm Queen—4 “Most Friendly” 4-H Scholarship Award Plans to attend Virginia Tech Tobie West “Tob” SGA—2,3 Annette Lowery CSC Nursing Assistant—3, 4 187 Annual Commencement Graduation—students wait a long time for it especially once they have reached high school. At the beginning of ninth grade, graduation seems to be far away. But those years go quickly and commencement arrives. Commencement. What does it mean? It is not the end but the beginning. For some stu- dents it didn’t come soon enough because they look forward to the independence a vocation can bring. For others it means some more soul searching to discover what life has to offer and what they want to do with their lives. Yet for others, it means the beginning of another phase of education. Some will go to trade schools, some to community colleges, others directly to four-year colleges and universities. Yes, and some will continue on. The class of 1988 once had a common goal— graduation. Now their lives have become di- verse and each person is now climbing a differ- ent ladder of life. — Admit One Only — Smithsburg High School GRAD UATION EXERCISES June 6, 1988 7:00 p.m. at the Maryland Theatre Hagerstown, Maryland This ticket is your only admittance to the exercises. NOTFOR SALE Seventy-Fourth Annual Commencement — Program — Prelude......................................Nancy Sullivan Processional “Pomp and Circumstance”....................Elgar (The audience will please remain seated.) invocation.....................The Reverend Jonathan Laye '“The Star-Spangled Banner ”......................Smith — Key Graduates and Guests Salutatorian..................................Kelly Volcjak Class Music — “The Best of Times ...........Music by Styx Lyrics by Michell Martin Class of 1988 Valedictorian...........................................Julie Spaeth Presentation of Awards................... .Ross Cunningham Senior Counselor Assisting....................................Willie Conyers Class Advisor Presentation of the Class of 1988 .........Vincent F. Catania Principal Awarding of Diplomas...................Barbara J. Stansberry President, Board of Education Assisting................................Thomas R. Shepherd Vice Principal Presentation of the Gift from the Class of 1988... .Michell Martin Class President 'Benediction...................The Reverend Jonathan Laye Recessional — “Pomp and Circumstance ”..................Elgar Nancy Sullivan, Accompanist (The audience will please be seated until the last graduate has exited.) 188 The audience will please stand. Rehearsals! Rehearsals! Rehearsals! Students spent five days rehearsing for the baccalaureate service and graduation. Here, on stage, you can see that students are excited and full of anticipation. The procession tied up traffic in downtown Hagerstown for several minutes. Julie Spaeth and Kelly Volcjak led the procession. All are serious. 189 Presenting the 1988 graduating class of Smithshurg High School. A choral group of seniors sings the class song, The Best of Times. ” Eric Gerber comes forward to receive one of many awards given out at graduation. Michell Marin, class president, recognizes and gives Mr. Will Conyers, class advisor, a gift. 190 Julie Christine Spaeth is valedictorian of her class. She is also recognized as a Maryland Distin- guished Scholar, a National Honor Society mem- ber, a recipient of the Presidential Academic Fit- ness Award, president of SGA, and the recipient of numerous scholarships from various civic orga- nizations. Julie’s address to the class was based on setting goals and what it takes to reach those goals. Basi- cally, goals cannot be reached alone. Those who have influenced the seniors’ lives thus far are their parents, friends, and teachers. Parents offer their children support and inspi- ration. Parents are the backbone of many organi- zations associated with school life and their sup- port is invaluable. Friends also offer support and give advice. Many times friends encourage each other to get involved and they become a team. Friends help make goals become clearer. Lastly, teachers give students knowledge needed for the future. They also support students in helping them make their dreams and their goals become reality. Julie ended her speech with a quote from Dr. Robert Goddard and it is one that we should all reflect upon from time to time. “It is difficult to say what is impossible, for the dream of yesterday is the hope of today and the reality of tomorrow.” Kelly Ann Volcjak is salutatorian of her class. She is also recognized as a member of the Na- tional Honor Society and a recipient of the Presi- dential Academic Fitness Award. Kelly’s address was based on the words “They endured” from William Faulkner’s novel The Sound and the Fury. For the class of 1988, this reflects what they have achieved and what they hope to achieve in their future. Kelly states that students leave a microcosm of security and enter a very competitive world where success is the goal no matter what the cost. However, those who endure keep things in proper perspective and judge all people as equal. “The ability to endure is the result of simple faith in oneself and the general goodness of man.” Kelly’s hope for the class of 1988 is that if ever anyone wrote about the students and their lives that person could write “They endured.” 191 192