South Decatur High School - Cougarama Yearbook (Greenburg, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1984 volume:

AND NOW HERE’S ... S.D. South Decatur High School Route 5 Greensburg, Indiana 47240 Volume XV Table of Contents School Life___________________________ 6 Sports______________________________ 26 Organizations________________________ 56 People_______________________________ 78 Junior High__________________________106 Faculty______________________________124 Advertisements_______________________136 3 5 7 1983 HOMECOMING TRADITIONAL On September 23, South Decatur had its traditional homecoming with all the festivities. There was the traditional pep session on Friday afternoon and the parade in Westport with the band and Cougarettes South's football team had an exciting game against Milan. During half- time, the spectators were entertained with the parade of floats. First place went to the juniors with the float War Games. Second place and the President's Award went to the seniors whose theme was Jaws. The sophomores won third with the theme Breathless. Tension mounted as 1982 Queen, Donna Cooper, crowned Kelly Bradley the 1983 Queen of Homecoming. A dance ended the homecoming celebra- tion for another year. Senior candidates: 1. Kim Badgley and Mike Blauvelt 2. Kelly Bradley and Eric Mann 3. Paula Ronsheim and Dan Teitsort 4. Maria Studler and Shawn Ogle 5. Presenting the winner: Kelly Bradley Underclassmen representatives: 6. Roberta Fischvogt and Steve Her- shauer. juniors 7. MaryBeth McCormick and Isi Dust, sophomores 8. Aimee AmRhein and Todd Hershauer, freshmen. 9. Jim Tomson and Greta Kissel, 8th 10. Tricia Krzyzanowski and Craig Tower, 7th 8 9 1. Superman” 9th Grade Float. 2. The senior “Jaws. 3. Juniors play “War Games.” 4. 86 leaves us Breathless.” 5. The band and Cougarettes lead the pa- rade. Just when VauTiougliT jf wasSaft IfcrE.Comft lie I 10 This winter, sectional spirit week was cut short due to inclement weather. Spirit week consisted of three events: one dress-up day, the class cheers, and the class pyramids. The dress-up day was titled, Repeat Day . During the pep session, the juniors won the class cheer, with the 7th Grade coming in second and 8th Grade coming in third. The pyramid competition was won by the juniors with the freshmen pyramid in second. That evening South played Greensburg in the Sec- tional. SECTIONAL SPIRIT SHORT 1. The freshmen pyramid was good for second place. 2. Yes, Troy. The junior pyramid did take first place. 3. The Dolly Parton lookalike auditions are down the hall, Larry and Mike. 11 13 PINK PANTHER STRIKES AT SOUTH 1. What is this, an Assassins International convention? 2. Mike will never again trust Kathy with a rope. 3. Improving Greg’s looks, Lisa? 4. South Decatur’s pink pan- thers. 5. Does the Inspector baffle you. too, Dave? 6. Did Dr. Day forget to turn the heat on again? 7. Try explaining this one to your mom. 8. Heil Hitler! 9. Cindy, your mustache and earrings don't go well to- gether. 10. Sure. Ken, let’s here another one. 14 The South Decatur Drama Club present- ed two plays this year. In the fall, we pre- sented The Pink Panther Strikes Again.” In this comedy, the bumbling, stumbling Clouseau, played by Mark Sturdivant, tripped past everything the archvillian Paul Dreyfus, played by Kevin Mucker- heide, could think of. The spring play was a farce called “The Worst High School Play in the World in which Prince Ivanha, played by Mark, is abandoned in the woods and raised by squirrels (that’s right, squirrels). He re- turns to 'the world of men,’ is educated by Friar Fred, played by Ken Reed, and sets out to reclaim his rightful heir to the throne. NHS INDUCTS THIRTEEN Potential National Honor Society members must be strong in charac- ter, leadership, scholarship, and service qualities and must have main- tained a 3.25 grade point average since the freshman year. Those meeting those requirments then are voted upon by the faculty of South Decatur. This year there were thirteen such students who met these requirements and were felt by the faculty to deserve the honor of being in the NHS. Hopefully, this organization will encourage others to strive for excellence. 16 17 SENIORS WIN FUNFEST The Student Council Spirit Com- mittee sponsored a Funfest again this year. Many of the events were the same as last year, such as a tug-of-war, obstacle race, and Volkswagon push. Funfest '84 also included some new events to test the skills of each class’ competi- tion representative. The senior class took the honor of winning the 1984 Funfest for the day, even though the junior class won the Spirit Year” contest. 1. Annette, what are you sittin in? 2. Don't act so shocked guys! You told us to take your picture. 3. And you said I couldn't do it! 4. I'm so sure. 5. I can't believe this! 6. Would you look at that. 7. Hi there! 8. Did you guys really take that? 9. Come on you guys! I'm camera shy. 18 19 PROM PROVES PERFECT Otter Creek Golf Course was the setting for the 1984 Junior-Senior Prom funded by the junior class. Juniors chose “You Mean More to Me” as the theme with decorations being done in pink. Entertainment for the evening was provided by The Guys. Vernita Atchley was chosen Prom Queen and her king was Danny Richards. This year the juniors chose Melissa Harrison and Tim Hughes as their Prom Prince and Prin- cess. Both the Prom and Afterprom were outstanding and many thanks is owed the Prom Steering Committee and the junior parents. 1. Senior court: Maria Studler, Kathy Elliott, Vernita Atchley, and Julie Oliphant. 2. Senior King candidates: Darren Evans and Danny Richards. 3. You're just helping her with her corsage, right Matt? 4. Waiting in the serving line. 20 21 South’s 1984 Commencement was one of joy and of sorrow. Like so many students in the past, 1984 seniors were ready to move toward their future and “freedom.” Six years of high school were finally over. However, along with not going to class everyday, they also won't see their friends on the daily basis they have become accustomed to. Along with Dr. Day, speakers at this year’s commencement excercise includ- ed Frank Schutte, Valedictorian, and Pam Brewer, Salutatorian. In 1984, South Decatur graduated 101 students. HIGH SCHOOL OVER 23 24 1. Robyn lends Julie a hand. 2. The memories will get you through. 3. Precious and few are the moments! 4. Getting dressed for Graduation. 5. We really made it. guys! 6. 1984 goes out in a blaze of glory! 7. Those were the days, my friend! 25 27 COUGARS BRING BUCKET BACK The highlight of the varsity football season was winning the bucket back from North Decatur. Their record for the year was 3-7. Members winning awards were: Mark Ewing, M.V.P.; Rob Ewing, defensive back; Dan Richards, defensive lineman; Tim Hughes, offensive lineman; Rod Taylor, offensive back; and Dwayne Rogers, Mr. Tuff. The varsity coach was Mr. Wendling. The J-V football season's highlight was beating Milan at home. Their record was 1-2. Despite the small number of boys on the team (13), they gained a great deal of experience and confidence through the year. The assistant coaches were Mr. Bartel, Mr. Spears, and Mr. Lar- comb. T 68 'inf-'� tJal 5 e .b i l ITWwb a W ,—l c X 1. E. Wilkerson, K. Sims. K. Bruce. R. Taylor. J. Hull, D. Wolterman. P. Weber. Coach Bartel, J. Layton. F. Low, M AmRhein, D. Richards. M. Ewing. R. Ewing. T. Schoettmer, J Bruce. T. Gatewood, Coach Larcomb. J. Sims. R. Cornett. F. Schutte. J. Richards. D. Jacobs. B Moore. T. Hughes. V. Schutte. T. Ferris. D. Rogers. Coach Spears. Coach Wendling. 2. You can't catch me! 3. Don't strain guys! South's got it all the way! 4 Practice makes perfect. 5. I'm not down yet! 6. Messing with the Cougars is a real uplifting experience. 7. They've recruited Mom and Dad into the Cougar line-up. 28 29 30 1. Don't mess with me. guys. 2. 1-2-3 Kick. 3. Let’s play pile on Hughes. 4. Nap time. 5. Please, let me have the ball so we can make a touchdown. 6. Go Cougars! 7. Cougars are great, but they are not supposed to fly. 8. Hey. wait for me! 9. This is a football game not a dance! 10. And they said I would never make it! 31 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL WINS SECTIONAL The highlights of the varsity volleyball season were winning the N. Decatur Sectional by defeating Greensburg and Rushville, and winning the Brown County Invitational tourney by defeating N. Decatur. Their record was 18-3 for the season. Award winners were Nancy Benge, M.V.P.; Roberta Fischvogt, most points; Tammy Chase, bump%; Nancy Benge, spike%; Tammy Chase and LuAnn Gant, setting%; and Nancy Benge, Daily News Player of the year. The record for the J-V volleyball season was 13-3. Award winners were Andrea Billieu, most serving points; and Pam Heger highest bump%. The record for the Freshmen volleyball season was 4-3. The award winner was Kim Chase for most serving points. Holly Bruns did a great job of coaching all three teams! 1. Varsity: R. Huff. T. Chase, L. Gant, P. Oliger. K. Elliott, R. Fisch- vogt, L. Carson, N. Benge 2. Reserve: L. Billieu. M. Harrison, C. Gault, A. Billieu, D. Oldham, P. Heger, M. Cooper. H. Phelps, L. Idlewine, R. Powers, J. Herbert 3. Freshmen: J. Owens. K. Chase. R. Ross, T. Clarkson, S. Watts, J. Schutte. S. Miller 4. This is volleyball. Nancy, not football. 5. Tammy says—I got it! 6. LeighAnn says—Back off. This one’s mine. 7. I'll lift you up and you hit the ball! 32 33 Senior Volleyball Team Members ... 1. Nancy Benge 2. LeighAnn Carson 3. Tammy Chase 4. Kathy Elliott 5. Robyn Huff 6. Paula Oliger 34 The record for the varsity boys' basketball season was 11-11. Coach Porter commented about the progress and improvement of the team from game to game, the end of the season the Cougars were playing the best basketball in the area, becoming a team, and the improvement of each player from the beginning to the end of the season. Award winners were Jody Shera, M.V.P.; Ken Bruce, Free Throw Award; Jody Shera, Field Goal Award; Rod Taylor, assists; Darren Evans and Toby Ferris, defensive player; and Marty Wright, rebounds. TEAM IMPROVES DURING SEASON 1. R. Holt, J. Akemon, K. Bruce, M. Ewing. S. Hershauer. B. Moore, Coach Porter, M. Wright, D. Evans, M. Blauvelt, T. Ferris, J. Shera, R. Taylor 2. Rod shoots for two. 35 The reserve boys' record for the season was 10-10. Award winners were Jeff Elliott, Free Throw Percentage and Tim Lewis, Rebounds. Coach Hime commented that the team improved greatly, which will help built winning seasons on the varsity in the future. The freshmen boys' record was 6-8. The highlights of their season were beating North Decatur and getting to the semi-finals at the Mid-Hoosier Conference Tournament. The award winner was Jeff Bruce for Free Throw Percent- age. The coach was Mr. Mulroney. BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE 1. Reserve Boy's Basketball: G. Hickey. R. Runion, B. Sackett, J. Elliott, I, Dust, T. Hershauer, J. Layton. F. Low. D. Wolterman. T. Hughes. M. Harrell, D. Burkman, K. Sims. S. Hershauer, T. Lewis, Coach Hime 2. Playing basketball for the Cougars is such a moving experience. Right, Tim? 37 38 39 GIRLS DEFEAT INDIAN CREEK This year's girls' varsity highlights were defeating Indian Creek for the first time ever in double overtime on Senior Night and beating Hauser for the first time. They also set a school record for most games won in a row with six consecutive wins. They finished the season with a 7-11 record. This year's award winners were Tammy Chase, M.V.P.; LuAnn Gant, Field Goal and Free Throw %; Christy Gault, best defensive player; Pam Heger, most rebounds; and LuAnn Gant and Tammy Chase, most assists. According to Coach Bruns, the team was young, but gained much valuable experience. 40 1. Varsity Girls: A. Manlief. L. Gant, J. Her- bert. P. Heger, R. Powers. C. Gault. T. Chase. Coach Bruns 2. LuAnn leads the pack. 3. Christy sends the ball sailing. 4. Julie lends a hand to those not fortu- nate enough to be Cougars. 5. Get out of my way! I’m from South De- catur! 6. Pam shoots for two. 7. I’d like to thank everyone who made this moment possible. 41 ANXIETY BUILDS FOR GIRLS South’s reserve girls’ team's season was highlighted when they won their last six games of the season. They defeated Indian Creek for the first time in the last game of the season during which Indiana Creek’s last second shot rolled around the rim three times and then rolled off. The team finished the year with an 11-5 record. The award winners were Lisa Grote, Rebound Award, and Kim Chase, Free Throw Award. Coach Honeycutt was in charge of the team this year. 1. Reserve Girls: H. Phelps, S. Miller, S. Watts, K. Chase. W. Ferris. A. Billieu. L. Idlewine. L. Grote. Coach Honeycutt 2. What do I do? What do I do? 3. Susan puts two in for the girls. 4. Heidi sends the ball flying right over their heads. 42 43 MANN PITCHES NO- HITTER The Varsity Baseball Team had an impressive record of 7-13 this season, but because of the spring weather, the J-V Team was only able to play three games, with a record of 1-2. For the rest of the season, both teams combined forces as one Cougar Team. The seasonal high- light was defeating North Decatur when Eric Mann pitched a no-hit- ter. Eric Mann was named M.V.P. and he was also awarded as the best pitcher. Kenny Bruce was recognized as the leading hitter for the Varsi- ty team, and Brian Cunningham was named best hitter for the J-V team. The coaches for the season were Coach Wendling, Varsity, and Coach Spears, J-V. 2 1. Cougar Baseball Team Members: r. 1. D. Wolterman, T. Weber, E. Mann, M. Blauvelt, J. Shera, T. Ferris, K. Bruce r.2.1. Dust. D. Ralston, K. Staggs. R. Fischvogt, B. Cunningham, S. McCul- lough r.3. J. Bruce. M. Ewing, J. Elliott. P. Blanton, Coach Spears. Coach Wendling 2. Are you going to try to steal. Toby? 3. Eric shows us the way to pitch no-hitters! 4. What's the matter, Mark? 5. Mike knocks another home in for the Cougars! 6. Where did that darn thing go?! 7. Okay, guys, now that I've got him, what do I do with him? 44 45 CROSS COUNTRY’S SECOND SEASON The highlight of the Cross Country team was defeating North Decatur in the Conference and the Sectional. They won three meets, finished second in two meets and finished sixth in the conference. The M.V.P. was Mike Blauvelt. Darren Evans, Eric Mann, John Hagerty, Pat Blan- ton, Jeff Akemon and Doug Steinker were awarded letters. The coach was Mr. Porter. 1. Cross Country Team: G. Hickey, J. Wright, C. Biddinger, P. Blanton, D. Maddux, D. Steinker, E. Renfro, M. Wright, J. Ake- mon, D. Evans. E. Mann, M. Blauvelt, J. Shera, Coach Porter 2. Darren and Eric do a little walking to cool off after a hard workout. 3. Cheer up Doug. 4. Coach Porter confers with other coaches. 5. Relaxing after another Cougar victory! 46 47 This season the Girts’ Varsity Track Team was very active despite the weather and the postponement of many meets. Three new school records were broken during the season. They were broken by Roberta Fischvogt. 300 low hurdles; Wendy Taylor, Roberta Fischvogt, Melissa Harrison, and Heidi Phelps, 1600 Relay Team; and Heidi Phelps, 400 meter dash. The final record at the end of the season was 10-7 with a conference record of 8-5. They finished 4th at the Mid-Hoosier Confer- ence, and Nancy Benge, high jump, and Christy Gault, shot put discus, qualified for the sectionals. Christy was also named M.V.P. The excel- lent coaching was done by Susan Summers. GIRLS’ TRACK VERY ACTIVE 48 1. 1984 Girls’ Track Team Members: r.l. L. Cunningham. S. Watts. T. Chase. M. Harrison. C. Gault. D. Oldham. M. Cooper. W. Taylor r.2. Coach Summers. A. Billieu. B. Hauser. L. Grote. R. Fischvogt. N. Benge. P. Heger. R. Powers. J. Lowe. D. Tower. H. Phelps. T. Clarkson 2. Rhonda gives her all for the team. 3. It’s going to go the farthest. It will. I just know it. 4. You’ve got to be joking! There’s no way! 5. Life is so good that I just can’t stop smiling. 6. Nancy makes it look so easy. 7. Andrea and Laurie take a rest from the rigorous schedule of track stars! 49 COUGARS HAVE SUCCESSFUL SEASON The highlights of the Boys’ Varsity Track Team this year were when Rob Ewing tied the school record in the 200 meter dash and when Rob Ewing, John Hull, Bob Sackett, and Dave Bush set a new school record in the 400 meter relay. Their record for 1984 was 9-10. Rob Ewing was honored by being named the 1984 Most Valuable Player. Coach for the season was Scott Hime. 1. Varsity Boys'Track Team: J. Hull, D. Bush, D. Bush, M. Chase. J. Akemon, D. Rogers, R. Ewing. M. Wright. L. Joerger. A. Billieu. R. Hol- lin. S. Laws. L. Schoettmer, E. Renfro, F. Low, D. Woodward, M. Harrell, D. Jacobs, E. Arnett. V. Schutte. J. Hunter. S. Hershauer, B. Sackett. Coach Hime 2. Throw, Eric, Throw. 3. Yes, Bob. That's where you're supposed to land. 4. That's a baby not a shot, Robbie. Please don't throw it. 50 5. The Cougars' only competition is them- selves. 6. I'm a plane! I'm a plane! 7. Vic jumps high for the Cougars. 8. Danny climbs to great heights. 51 HOLT WINS MEDAL This year the golf team had a very trying season due to the rainy spring weather. Two meets were played, as well as the conference meet. A highlight of the season was when Randy Holt attained a medal- ist position in the conference meet. Randy was also named the Most Valuable Player for 1984. The year's lettermen were Tom Gatewood, Rob Layton, Doug Steinker, and Rod Taylor. Mr. Denny performed the difficult task of coaching this year's team. 1984 Golf Team Members: r.l. B. Holmes, R. Layton, J. Hermann, A. Bush, V. Foster. M. Elliott r.2. R. Holt. T. Gatewood, R. Taylor, K. Sims. D. Steinker, J. Bradshaw. Coach Denny. 1. Tom sinks another one. 2. Robbie is one good swinger. 3. Coach Denny takes a few swings after a rough afternoon of practice. 4. Doug lines up the ball and hits it right into the water! 52 53 CHEERLEADERS SHOW CLASS This year all five cheerleader squads were very active. The Var- sity and Reserve squads attended camp at Cincinnati while the freshmen squad attended camp at I.U. All the squads participated in many activities that included a Rock-A-Thon. They also spon- sored a dance, sold lemonade at the Funfest, and built two floats for Homecoming. A special recog- nition went to Varsity-JV squad members who lead a cheer for Greensburg before the Semi- State. This year’s Cougar, Jay Hermann, helped the cheer- leaders with school spirit. A spe- cial thanks to the sponsors, Mrs. Elliott and Mrs. McCormick. 1. Varsity Cheerleaders: Lisa Sturdivant Mischell Striecker Melinda Cooper Julie Oliphant. Captain Lizette Billieu 2. J-V Cheerleaders: Gloria Elliott Pam Heger, Captain Andrea Billieu Dana Adams 54 1. Freshmen Cheerleaders: C. Striecker, Captain; W. Tay- lor; A. AmRhein; J. Lowe 2. Eighth Grade Cheerleaders: A. Oldham, Captain; J. Sims; G. Kissel. Captain: M. Ronsheim 3. Cougarmania!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 4. Seventh Grade Cheerleaders: S. Joerger; M. Kuntz. Cap- tain; V. Gatewood; J. Templeton 55 7 BAND WINS CHAMPIONSHIP The band once again proved to be truly active this year. The band performed for the Westport Bar-B-Que, the Greensburg Veterans' Pa- rade, football and basketball games, and, of course, Commencement. They presented a Christmas program and the Spring Musicale, but they also participated in the Greensburg Fall Festival Parade, the Solo Ensemble Contest, and the annual County Music Festival. The year was productive for contests, especially the Indiana State District Marching Contest for which the band copped the Sectional title. The band’s officers were Dan Teitsort, pres.; Mark Sturdivant, v-pres.; and Kathy Elliott, sec. Mr. Renfro, band director, deserves a great deal of credit for a task well done. Low Brass— R. Fischvogt K. Elliott L. Sturdivant B. Holmes D. Wolterman M. Sturdivant Trombones— S. McCullough T. Chase E. Renfro D. Teitsort Percussion Tubas—T. Weber. D. Frensemeier. L. Gant, L. Cunningham, T. Beesley, G. Graue. N. Benge. T. Lewis, G. AmRhein, W. McCullough Woodwinds— R. Lozier A. AmRhein M. McCullough A. Waters B. Colson M. Harrison K. Caster T. Waters A. Woodward L. McCullough J. Brodie Trumpets— T. Hershauer S. Niese M. AmRhein S. Beesley M. McCullough W. Bradshaw R. Fischvogt R. Layton C. Dougherty R. Niese J. Edmondson K. Reed S. Hershauer 59 1. Head Drum Majorette. Jennifer Old- ham. 2. 1983-84 Pep Band. 3. Are you flashing us your Foster Grants. Nancy? 4. Oh no! The band has been invaded by the Senior Space Cadets! 5. Toot. Toot! 60 COUGARETTES COMMITTED Many people do not realize how much time, effort, and work are involved in being a Cougarette. They are constantly busy with camp, contests, programs, and especially half- time shows. People see a beautifully coordinated routine, but many hours of practice and rehearsal go into those performances. A special recognition goes to Cougarette sponsor, Annette Perkins, and to Head Cougarette, Kim Homann, for an outstanding year. 1. The 1984 Cougarette Squad—M. Cooper, K. Carder, K. Homann, B. Thomas. M. McCormick, J. Tomson, J. Brancamp. P. Brewer, D. Oliver. J. Brancamp, D. Oldham. K, Lewis. 2. Smile, Michelle, you're on the yearbook's candid camera. 3. See. Joyce, I told you that I’d get at least one picture of you in the yearbook. Thanks for being so cooperative! 4. Pay attention, Pam! 61 COUGAR CHOIRS CREATE Under the excellent direction of Ms. Stafford, the concert choir and swing choir had a busy year. The choir held the first Fall Pops Concert that incorporated choreography along with the musical selections. They also performed in the annual Christmas program and the Spring Concert, and for various organizations. The swing choir was chosen by open auditions with Danny Petro as group leader. They also participat- ed in the Christmas program. Both choirs took part in the Solo and Ensemble Contest at Hauser. There were two additional groups: the Barbershop Quartet and the Star Spangled Banner group. The 1983- 84 officers were Danny Petro, pres.; Marsha Hitchell, v-pres.; Kathy Young, sec.; and Marcella Gatewood, treas. 1. r.l. Ms. Stafford, 0. Murray, T. Sullivan, M. Studler, D. Sullivan. B. Hahn, C. Ruble. L. Colson, A. Johnson r.2. T. Davis, P. Danforth, P. Beckett. L. Hawkins, K. Young. K. Lewis, M. Hitchell, I. Holcomb, J. Childers r.3. T. Grimes, L. Deaton, S. McCullough. D. Petro, M. Wright. N. Benge. R. Powers. B. Ferris. C. Spicer—1984 Concert Choir Members. 2. r.l. J. Oldham. P. Brewer. B. Doles. K. Young, L. Colson r.2. K. Muckerheide. M. Sturdivant, S. McCullough, D. Petro—1984 Swing Choir Members. 3. K. Muckerheide. M. Sturdivant, S. McCullough, D. Petro—1984 Barbershop Quartet Members. 4. Practice makes perfect. 62 F.F.A. HELPS RETARDED CITIZENS South's 1983-84 F.F.A. officers were Mischell Striecker, president; Mike Harrell, vice-president; Pam Heger, secretary; John Richards, treasurer; Mark Chase, reporter; and Mike Warner, sentinel. Members were very busy this year. F.F.A. members attended Greenhand and Leadership Camps, and Leadership and Judging contests. They also represented the Chapter at the State and National Conventions. South's chapter participated in the Building Our American Communi- ties Project and helped the Association for Retarded Citizens renovate a house for retarded women to learn self-help skills. This year's faculty advisor was Mr. Hudson. r.l. Mr. Hudson. P. Grote, R. Ewing. R. Ryle. W. Bradshaw. S. Ogle. B. Barkdull, T. Weber, M. Harrell. J. Richards. M. Warner r.2. J. Shonk. J. Hull. D. Richards. R. Doles. M. Striecker. P. Heger, T. Hollin, J. Childers. A. Hahn. M. Chase r. 3. S. Ogle. G. Vanderbur. T. Powers. S. Ralston, G. Hastings, D. Schoettmer, T. Goodwin, J. McNealy. D. Bailey. E. Danforth. J. Schoettmer r. 4. J. Hamilton. R. Duerstock, D. Badgley. J. Fivecoat. D. Morrow. G. Harrison, F. Hobbs. C. Herbert. r.5. W. Robinson. R. Cornett. W. McCullough, J. Johannigman, R. Hollin. K. Duerstock. G. McCullough, B. Grider, S. Wright. E. Be- bout r.6. L. Joerger, C. Linger, M. Bailey. S. Laws. C. Buchanan, J. Quicksell, C. Owens, B Tichenor. A. Kiefer r.7. P. Alexander, L. Herbert. N. Anderson, W. Wiley. M. Mobley. D. Herbert, B. Kroger 64 ' F.H.A. members were very busy this year. They attended a district meeting in October and hosted a district meeting in March. In April, they visited the Children’s Museum in Indianapolis and ate lunch at the Hyatt Regency Porch Restaurant. They also decorated the cafeteria for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This year's officers were Kim Floyd, presi- dent; Vernita Atchley, vice-president; Marie Edmondson, secretary treasurer; Karen Hardebeck, historian; Amy Fetterman, parliamentar- ian; Carrie Ruble, reporter; Becky Muckerheide, public relations; Jill Kearney, project chairman; Deanna Oliver, recreation leader; and Mrs. Barbara Floyd was Chapter Mother. Faculty advisors were Mrs. Empson and Miss Stahl. F.H.A. HOSTS DISTRICT MEETING r.l. 0. Isenberg, 8. Colson. D. Brewer. M. Bell. K. Floyd. V. Atchley. M. Edmondson, K. Hardebeck, A. Fetterman r.2. Mrs. Empson. G. Harlow, R. Moore, J. Kearney, J. Blankman. D. Murray. C. Vires. P. Wright. C. Ruble. Miss Stahl r.3. M. Neal. D. Oliver. B. Muckerheide. D. Black 65 SUNSHINE DONATES TIME AND MONEY South's Sunshine Society was busy helping this year. They donated two child safety seats to the Greensburg Jayceetes for rental to needy families and monies to the Decatur County Community Scholarship Fund and to the Riley's Children’s Hospital. To support these charities. Sunshine sold candy. Their other functions included Christmas caroling at the Nursing Homes in Greensburg and an Ideal Ladies Tea. This year’s officers were Pam Danforth, president; Andrea Waters, vice- president; Dawn Wilson, recording secretary; Tammy Templeton, cor- responding secretary; and Roberta Fischvogt, treasurer. Sunshine’s faculty advisors were Mrs. McIntyre and Mrs. Reynolds. r.l.—M. Edmondson. D. Sullivan. B. Hahn r.2.—B. Fischvogt, T. Templeton. D. Wilson. A. Waters. P. Dan- forth r.3.—J. Blankman. C. Vires. D. Murray. J. Oldham, A. Johnson, L. Wheeler. S. Miller, F. Brancamp. J. Brancamp, T. Sullivan. J. Gid- dings r.4.—Mrs. Reynolds, J. Tomson, T. Collins, R. Moore, V, Sample. C. Sample. D. Oliver, J. Brancamp, M. Harrison, J. Johannigman, D. Jones, S. Schoettmer. J. Kearney. J. Johannigman, Mrs. McIn- tyre 66 The South Decatur chapter of the Key Club did many things in 1983- 84. Most of the club's generosity came around Christmas. During the season, they prepared Christmas baskets for the needy and were re- sponsible for a Cheer Dinner held for senior citizens in December. Key Club also held a paper drive on May 19. This year's officers were Melissa Harrison, president; Robert Fischvogt. vice-president; Kevin Mucker- heide, secretary; and Tim Hughes, treasurer. Mr. Cruser was this year’s faculty advisor for South's Key Club. Melissa Harrison also had the distinction of being elected Lt. Governor of District 9, a first for South Decatur. KEY CLUB MAKES CHRISTMAS MERRY r.l. A. Woodward. T. Hershauer, J. Bruce. S. Hershauer. T. Hughes. R. Fischvogt. M. Harrison, K. Muckerheide, E. Renfro. D. Woodward. Mr. Cruser r.2. K. Reed, L. Gant. M. McCullough. M. McCullough, M. Striecker, D. Wilson. L. Billieu, P. Heger, B. Fischvogt. T. King, T. Waters r.3. D. Rogers. N. Benge, M. Sturdivant. D. Padgett, K. Bruce, M Elliott, J. Tomson. M. Cooper, D. Oldham, P. Biddinger r.4. M. Cooper. K. Carder, M. McCormick, B. Moore 67 STUDENT COUNCILS SHARE VISITS Many people do not realize how much the Student Council does for South Decatur. For instance, Student Council is responsible for the many Homecoming activities and the Spirit Year Contest, which in- cludes Funfest ’84. They also participated in reciprocal visits with North Decatur’s Student Council. Also, they contributed to the Decatur Coun- ty Community Scholarship Fund. Kelly Bradley served as this year's Student Body President. Other officers were Kathy Elliott, vice-presi- dent; Pam Brewer, secretary; and Dan Teitsort, treasurer. Mr. Hickey and Mr. Roscoe were Council faculty advisors for 1983-84. r.l. Mr. Hickey, S. Hershauer. D. Wood- ward. K. Muckerheide. T. Hughes, D. Teit- sort. P. Brewer, A. Shireman, B. Ferris, K. Bradley. K. Elliott r, 2. Mr. Roscoe, G. Kis- sel. A. Oldham. M. McCormick, M. Harri- son, P. Heger, S. Creeger. M. Ewing, B. Hauser r.3. J. Bruce. L. Callahan, P. Dick- son, L. Holcomb. M. Sturdivant. R. Ewing. D. Evans. F. Schutte, A. Bell. D. Manlief r.4. K. Slone, T. Clarkson, M. Striecker, C. Mob- ley, C. Collins. C. Shuter, S. Ogle. J. Tem- pleton % o ftv rn 68 National Honor Society initiated 13 new members this year. They were Dwayne Rogers. Kelly Bradley, Kathy Elliott, Jeff Akemon, Jill Cann, Greg Graue. Melissa Harrison, Rodger Shepherd, Steve Her- shauer, Kevin Muckerheide, Tammy Templeton, Dana Jackson, and David Woodward. The Society sold booster buttons during basketball season to earn money. They donated a contribution to the Decatur County Community Scholarship Fund. Pam Brewer was president and Sandy Lowe, vice-president. Secretary was Mark Sturdivant and Frank Schutte served as treasurer. Miss Whitten served as this year's faculty sponsor. HONOR SOCIETY CONTRIBUTES TO FUND r.l. S. Lowe, P. Brewer, M. Sturdivant. F. Schutte r.2. J. Shepherd, J. Johannigman. E. Ren- fro. N. Benge r.3. P. Oliger. D. Evans. J. Bradshaw. D. Teitsort Above—Miss Joan Whitten. National Hon- or Society sponsor 69 FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUBS FEAST Spanish and French Club participated in many activities during club meetings. Each club held games and songs, viewed cultural films, and decorated the language room for Christmas. They held two club trips. In November, both clubs visited ChiChi's Mexican restuarant in Castle- ton and in May, they traveled to Greenwood to dine at Showbiz Pizza Place. This year’s French Club officers were Lisa Gaither and Jennie Brodie, president; Jennifer Shepherd and Anne Johnson, vice-presi- dent; Kim Smith and Yvonne Childers, secretary; and Darryl Floyd and David Padgett, treasurer. Spanish officers were Christy Gault, presi- dent; Pam Brewer, vice-president; Sharon Schwering, secretary; and Paula Ronsheim, treasurer. Mr. Tanner was sponsor for both clubs. 70 r.l. J. Shepherd. A. Johnson. D. Padgett r.2. Mr. Tanner. J. Brodie. F. Lucas. Y. Childers. K. Smith. D. Floyd r 1 Mr Tanner T Waters. K. Slone. K. Chase. L. Ross. S. Watts. B. Colson. B. Hahn. J. Shepherd. L. Wheeler. D. Dolph r.2. D. Brewer. M. Bell. L. Grote. D. Tower. T. Clarkson. W. Taylor, S. Schwering, J. Johannigman, A. Buchanan. T. Mitchell r.3. D. Black. L. Idlewine. V. Atchley. C. Gault. A. AmRhein. P. Brewer. S. Lowe. B. Holmes r.4. m. McCormick. K. Carder. D. Adams. R. Hollin. G. Elliott. M. Cooper. J. Hermann, J. Shera. D. Stemker. M. Blauvelt. E. Mann. K. Sims F. Moore. A. Bush 71 r.l. M. McCullough, E. Renfro, C. Ruble, L. Deaton, S. McCullough, K. Lewis, R. Huff, K. Elliott, M, Sturdivant, L. Colson r.2. B. Muckerheide, J. Cann, M. McCullough, K. Smith, Y. Childers, T. Davis, D. Petro, G. Graue, Mr. Larcomb DRAMA PRESENTS “WORST PLAY” This year the two plays that South’s Drama Club performed were THE PINK PANTHER STRIKES AGAIN, in the fall, and THE WORST HIGH SCHOOL PLAY IN THE WORLD, in the spring. Towards the end of the year, Mr. Larcomb, club sponsor and play director, remarked, “I thought we had a good year. The kids worked hard and they had fun. The president of South's Drama Club for 1983-84 was Kevin Mucker- heide. Kevin’s second in command was Mark Sturdivant, vice-presi- dent. Club records were kept by Jill Cann as the club's acting secretary and Kathy Elliott was in charge of the club’s finances as treasurer. 72 South's Pep Club participated in many activities during the past year. Among the list, they sold South Decatur pennants, decorated halls and lockers, and gave some spirit boosting during pep sessions. The main goal of the Pep Club this year was to increase school spirit and accord- ing to the club’s faculty advisor, Ms. Gray, the students have got the spirit. The club had three officers this year. They were Kathy Young, president; Kathy Elliott, vice-president; and Tina King, secretary trea- surer. r.l. J. Oliphant, L. Sturdivant, D. Adams, G. Elliott. M. Cooper, M. Striecker. L. Billieu. P. Heger, A. Billieu r.2. D. Wood, H. Coons, P. Dickson. R. Garrity, S. Miller, M. McCullough, M. McCullough, K. Lewis, K. Young, K. Elliott, B. Shields, M. Hitchell r.3. P. O’Haver, M. Ryle. C. Petro, D. Petro. L. Deaton, T. Davis. J. Brancamp, D. Jones. J. Brancamp. F. Brancamp r.4. D. Sharp, R. Sharp, J. Old- ham. T. Collins. J. Tomson, K. Carder. M. McCormick. W. Brad- shaw, D. Richards. T. King r.5. L. Wheeler, J. Johannigman, T. Sullivan. S. Schoettmer. D. Sullivan, P. Danforth, W. McCullough, D. Frensemeier. M. Harrell, J. Richards r.6. L. Giddings. P. Bid- dinger. M. Vanvolkenburgh, D. Jackson. D. Wilson, T. Templeton, B. Kroger. B. Grider r.7. L. Idlewine. S. Watts. L. Ross, A. AmRhein, W. Taylor, L. Grote, K. Chase, C. Striecker, M. Shaw. S. Beesley r.8. S. Benjamin. C. Jackson, T. Waters, J. Schutte. K. Caster. J. Lowe, D. Tower, T. Clarkson, K. Slone. M. Nystrom, R. Pyles. B. Doles 73 PEP CLUB BOOSTS SPIRIT New Clubs Arrive at South Decatur . . . 1. Business Club. Mr. Deniston 2. Lettermen’s Club. Mr. Porter 3. Collector’s Club. Mr. Mulroney 4. Environmental Club. Mr. Spears 5. Sports Enthusiasts. Mr. Hime 6. Aerobics Club. Ms. Stafford 6 75 More New Clubs ... 1. Investment Club. Mr. Gardner 2. Weight Lifting Club. Mr. Wendling 3. Science Club, Mrs. Carson Mr. McIn- tyre 4. Bridge Chess Club. Mr. Denny 5. Woodworking Club. Mr. Honeycutt 76 77 79 1984 ENDS MANY YEARS OF GROWTH Finally, it has come. The year is 1984 and South Decatur graduates another class. This has been a year of many events. There have been good times and bad, but we are now preparing to move on. Sen- ior year is a busy one. Students choose colleges, plan parties, and go to all the school activities they can for one more time as students. One major accomplish- ment of the class was made by one of its members— Frank Schutte, class valedictorian, was accepted to West Point Academy. The class will also never forget that 1984 was the year that we finally got rid of our reputation of being the worst class. There are many people to remember from the class. 1984 Senior class officers were Darren Evans, president; Danny Richards, vice-president; Kim Badgley, secretary; and Julie Oliphant, treasurer. Kelly Bradley was elected as one of the only Student Council presidents to be female. The senior class was represented by Kelly Bradley and her escort, Eric Mann, at homecoming and was represented at the Junior-Senior Prom at Otter Creek by Vernita Atch- ley and Danny Richards. The class' chosen colors are Dusty Rose and Antique White and its flower is the Sweetheart Rose. May the experience we have gained not be lost, but be planted as the seed of success for our future was chosen as the class' motto. As we go out on our own, we would like to say one final farewell to South Decatur and to thank all of the teachers who made our high school years, years of growth, and especially our sponsor, Mr. Mulroney. 80 Gretchen AmRhein Neil Anderson Todd Beesley Jeff Akemon Vernita Atchley Maria Bell Pat Alexander Kim Badgley Nancy Benge 81 Charles Biddinger Jon Bradshaw Pam Brewer Mike Blauvelt Wesley Bradshaw Jennifer Brodie Kelly Bradley Delana Brewer Leigh Ann Carson r 82 83 Michelle Dixon Randy Duerstock Marie Edmondson Kathy Elliott Darren Evans Robbie Ewing Beth Ferris Amy Fetterman Kim Floyd 84 Lisa Gaither Pat Grote Karen Hardebeck Paula Gant John Hagerty Ronnie Hardebeck Robin Garrity Belva Hahn Sheila Hawkins David Herbert Tim Hollin John Hull Lotus Herbert Kim Homann Olivia Isenberg Marsha Hitchell Robyn Huff Jean Johannigman 86 Daryl Koors Sandy Lowe Eric Mann Kathy Lewis Darin Maddux Matt Mobley Kim Lewis Michelle Maggard-Danforth Wendy Moffett 87 David Morrow Richard Niese Julie Oliphant Larry McCullough Shawn Ogle Bill Powers Willie McCullough Paula Oliger Scott Ralston 88 Ed Renfro Paula Ronsheim Tim Schoettmer Danny Richards Richard Ryle Frank Schutte Dwayne Rogers David Schoettmer Brenda Schwering 89 Sharon Schwermg Beth Shields Dory Shrader Jennifer Shepherd Annette Shireman Maria Studler Jody Shera Eric Smead Mark Sturdivant 90 Dana Sullivan Dan Teitsort Dianna Wood Tracy Vannatta Andrea Waters Tony Weber Wayne Wiley Greg Vanderbur Jay Wright 91 Kathy Young Not pictured: Bill Barkdull Marty Wright 1. Are you havin’ fun, Jennie? 2. Ya don’t say! 3. Wow!!! 4. Paula, what are you drinking?! 5. Did you know that .. . ? 6. Vogue’s newest model—Polly Dickson. 7. What’s shakin’?! 8. Psst! Somebody’s coming!! 3 92 93 JUNIORS HAVE A GOOD YEAR The Junior class sponsor is Mr. Norman Denny. Our class officers for this year were: Pres., Bryan Tolley Moore: Vice-Pres., Tim Hughes: Sec., Pam Heger and Treas., Steve Hershauer. In the spirit point competition the juniors were ahead all year. Major wins were for Best Float at Homecoming, the class pyramid and the class yell. To raise money for the prom the juniors got to work and made $10,500 by selling magazines. The theme for the prom was You Mean More To Me which was held May 5 at Otter Creek Country Club. Tonia Allen Eric Arnett David Badgley David Bailey Patricia Beckett Polly Biddinger lizette Billieu Janet Blankman Flora Brancamp Janet Brancamp 94 Joyce Brancamp Jill Cann Robb Doles Roberta Fischvogt Tom Gatewood Ken Bruce Tina Collins Mike Elliott Brian French Lisa Giddings Andy Buchanan Lisa Colson Carey Ferrill LuAnn Gant Greg Graue Danny Bush Michelle Cooper Toby Ferris Brent Garrity Chad Grimes David Bush Shawn Creeger Robert Fischvogt Marcella Gatewood Tammy Grimes 95 Elizabeth Hall Lori Hawkins Randy Holt Dave Jacobs Rob Layton Patrick Hardebeck Pam Heger Ronnie Hughes Jill Kearney Kevin Magsam Eileen Harrison Julie Herbert Tim Hughes Tina King Todd Mitchell Melissa Harrison Steve Hershauer Jay Hunter Troy Knapp Bryan Moore Gene Hastings Ben Holmes Dana Jackson Sandy Kuntz Kevin Muckerheide 96 Steve McCullough Jennifer Oldham Thomas Powers Vic Schutte Rodger Shepherd Jeff McNealy Deanna Oliver Ken Reed Rosie Shanks Kevin Sims Todd McNealy Sheila Perkins Jay Ritchison Donald Sharp Doug Steinker Melissa Neal Danny Petro Marsha Ryle Ronald Sharp Jack Stotsenburg Diana Oldham Rhonda Powers Larry Schoettmer Barry Shelp Mischell Striecker 97 Lisa Sturdivant Rod Taylor Mike Warner Mike Welch Tammy Templeton Jackie Tomson Michelle Vanvolkenburgh Dawn Wilson Darryl Wolterman David Woodward 98 1. Is that as high as you can count, girls? 2. Yes. Tina, that is an adding machine. 3. Deep concentration. Can you handle it. Mike? 4. Are these guys really juniors? 5. I wonder what you're looking at. Ben! 99 SOPHOMORES ... “IN BETWEEN” With the hassle of being a freshman behind them and the anxiety of being a junior awaiting, the In Between” holds many of its own problems and ques- tions. Should I and can I further my education or should I go into a vocational field? Countless other questions arrive as the sophomores take their sec- ond step of high school and realize their magic year of '86 is but a short two steps away. This year's class officers were Isi Dust, president; Melinda Cooper, vice-president; and Christy Gault, secretary trea- surer. The class sponsor was Mr. Norman Layton. During this year's homecoming they came in third in the float competition with the theme Breathless. Their homecoming representatives were Isi Dust and Mary Beth McCormick. Dana Adams Mike AmRhein David Anderson Mike Bailey Harry Bartlett Andrea Billieu Esther Bockover Chris Buchanan Doug Burkman James Burton Adam Bush Kim Carder Mark Chase Melinda Cooper Robb Cornett Chris Craft Brian Cunningham Tony Davis 100 Lisa Deaton Penny Dickson Chuck Dougherty Isi Dust James Edmondson Gloria Elliott Jeff Elliott Mark Ewing Wendy Ferris Kevin Fetterman Joe Fivecoat Vance Foster Don Friley Christy Gault Tim Goodwin Melissa Hall Joe Hamilton Gayle Harlow Mike Harrell Jay Hermann Andy Hobbs Ron Hobbs Loren Hodson Randy Hollin LeighAnn Homann LeAnn Holcomb Lynette Idlewine Lee Joerger Joan Johannigman Anne Johnson Darlene Jones Brian Kelly Steve Laws Tim Lewis Cole Linger Rod Lozier Ardena Manlief John Masterson Eric Miller Chris Mobley Fred Moore Becky Muckerheide Mary Beth McCormick Monica McCullough Steve Niese Shane Ogle Heidi Phelps David Philpot Bill Powers Jeff Quicksell John Richards Willy Rigby Wayne Robinson Carrie Ruble 101 Randy Runion Bobby Sackett Vicki Sample Jeff Schoettmer Sharon Schoettmer Ed Schwering Jennifer Schwering Jason Shonk Carrie Spicer Angela Stephens Tracy Sullivan Lanie Wheeler Brenda Wiggins Rick Wills Benny Wright Mike Wright Pam Wright Kelli Young 102 1. What in the world! 2. Hey baby! What’s happenin’? FRESHMEN GET STARTED WITH NEW CLASSES The freshmen class had a very successful year in 1983-84. This being our first year in high school, everyone enjoyed having a choice of classes, such as: algebra, science, foreign language, English, and agriculture. Another exciting occurrence was the arrival of our class rings. During Homecoming the Freshmen class built a float with the theme '■Superman. Our representatives were Ai- mee AmRhein and Todd Hershauer. During Basketball season we won first place in the Spirit Can competition. We received sec- ond place for our pyramid. The freshmen of- ficers were Darryl Floyd, president: Steve Horan, vice-president: Todd Hershauer, sec- retary: and David Padgett, treasurer. We would like to thank our sponsor. Mr. Tanner, for all his help. Edited by Darryl Floyd. Neil Allen Aimee AmRhein Angela Atchley Rodger Barkdull Lisa Beam Eddie Bebout Susan Beesley Shelly Benjamin Donna Black Pat Blanton Wayne Boling Jody Brown Jeff Bruce Doug Burton Larry Callahan Kecia Caster Kim Chase Yvonne Childers Tracy Clarkson Daren Collins Jeff Compton Fenisha Coons Bonnie Doles Dawn Dolph 103 Keith Duerstock Darryl Floyd Shari Franklin David Frensemeier Brian Friend Ronald Ghislain Brian Grider Ricky Griesehop Troy Grimes Lisa Grote Ansel Hahn Dale Haley Lori Hardebeck Gary Harrison Bonnie Hauser Jeff Heath Charles Herbert Todd Hershauer Greg Hickey Fred Hobbs Jeff Hobbs Richard Hollin Steve Horan Cindy Jackson Joe Johannigman Mark Johannigman Brian Jones Missy Kamman Lisa Kennedy Anthony Kiefer Bret Kroger Larry Kroger Robin LaFlower Jimmie Layton Bruce LeMasters Fred Low Jeanne Lowe Frances Lucas Pat Lynch Felicia Marsh Robert Meadows Susan Miller William Miller Rachel Moore Glen McCullough Maretta McCullough Keith McNealy Melissa Nystrom Penny O’Haver Chris Owens Jennifer Owens David Padgett Charon Petro Rachel Pyles Duane Ralston Steve Redmon Lisa Ross Glenda Russell James Salyers Connie Sample Jeanine Shutte Paula Schwering Marilee Shaw Jeff Sims Kim Slone Kim Smith I Rita White Eric Wilkerson Sheryl Wood Alan Woodward Steve Wright Jason Spurling Kenny Staggs Cricket Striecker Wendy Taylor Betty Thomas Robert Tice Burl Tichenor Dina Tower Tara Waters Susan Watts Pat Weber David Wells 1. Why don't you give us more homework next time?! 2. Are you guys cheating on a French test again? 105 107 8th GRADE TOURS CHICAGO This year the 7th and 8th grade worked together on our Junior High float. The theme of our float was Victory”. Our representa- tives were Greta Kissel and Jim Tomson. Our sponsor was Mr. G. Whitaker. We also raised money for our trip to Chicago, which was May 4. We sold small items from a maga- zine to obtain the money needed. During the trip we visited the Sears Tower. This year’s officers were Mike Badgley, pres.; Shan- non Ogle, vice-pres.; Jenny Sims, secretary, and Sherri Wright, trea- surer. Sherri Ailes Raymond Anderson Mike Badgley Laura Bailey Brad Beam Kenny Biddinger Suzanne Brancamp David Brewer Beth Brindley Brad Bryant Robert Burnett Robin Bushhorn Beth Cann Ron Cathy Christopher Collins Curt Combs Michele Craft Tracey Creeger Darin Cunningham Todd Davis Trevor Dilk Paula Derringer Crystal Durham Michelle Elliott 108 Kim Foster Angie Fox Vicky Franklin Chris French Robert Friend Larry Fugate Tony Fulton Stacy Gant Mike Giddings Buffy Goodwin Chester Goodwin Darla Greer Mandy Grimes Todd Hampton Chris Hardebeck Jami Helms Mike Herbert Kathy Homann John Hockersmith Michelle Idlewine Dottie Johannigman Kelly Jones Elizabeth Kennedy Loretta Kirtman Greta Kissel Ronda LaFlower Christy Laws Lisa Linger Allen Lucas Kristine Melcher Steve Moffett Gene Moorman Robert Morrow Chuck Morton Kim Morton Steve Murphy Brad McCarter Chris McCullough Billie Jo Neal Patrick Newland Shannon Ogle Wendy O'Haver Angela Oldham Stephanie Oliver Tim Ortman Christi Penn Telina Perkins Robert Phelps James Philpot Brian Poole Dale Preston Scott Pumphrey Beverly Quicksell Becky Ralston 109 Vicki Redelman Kevin Roberts Monica Ronsheim Keith Sample Randy Schoettmer Paula Schumacher Sheila Schwering Kim Sebastian Chris Shuter Jenny Sims Debbie Seibert Isaac Smith Kim Steinker Marla Stephens Cindy Taylor Joe Taylor Trina Tice Jim Tomson John Vanest Floyd Vanvolkenburgh Genia Wamsley Angela Ward Russell Whipple Carla Wilkinson Jodi Wolterman Shannon Wood Angie Wright Matt Wright Sherri Wright 110 SEVENTH GRADE NO LONGER “BIG GUYS” After six long years of having the teach- er yell, “Single file, children, single file, we can finally run out of the room in a mob. It’s hard going from the “big guys” to the little kids.” But knowing how tough we are, we'll make it for six more years ’til we're the bigguys” again. Missing “Spirit Week” was a big disappointment since it was our first year. But, we put up a good fight for the “Spirit Point” competition. Our officers this year did a pretty good job. The President was Tricia Krzyzan- owski; the Vice-President was Craig Tower; the Secretary was Randy Kearney; and the Treasurer was Christie Campbell. Our head sponsor was Mr. McIntyre. Thanks everyone for a great year! Jeff Adams Nicolas Adams Eric Allen Mike Baker Edward Beckett Jennifer Badgley Angela Bedel Andy Bell Diana Benefiel John Bennett Craig Billieu David Blanton John Bradley William Brewer Tricia Brindley Charlene Brinker Cory Brown Kelly Buchanan Bryan Burkman John Burton Kim Caddell James Caffee Christie Campbell Hollie Clarkson 111 Cory Collins Jim Collins Jody Coombs Todd Conwell Mike Dougherty Scott Dugle Lori Duncan Kevin Elliott Melanie Ferguson Randy Franklin John Franklin Julie Fulton John Gant Heather Garrity Darian Gatewood Valerie Gatewood Gabriel Graue James Grider Aaron Grissom Kenneth Haley Brian Hastings Warren Hawkins Ricky Hazelgrove Brian Henderson Pam Henderson Steve Herbert Martie Hobbs Gladys Hockersmith Mike Hoeing Amy Hoke Rebecca Holbrook Dyveke Hooten Steve Hunter Jeff Idlewine Carl Isenberg Lori Israel Shannon Joerger Donald Jones Randy Kearney Bart Kroger Tricia Krzyzanowski Michelle Kuntz Danny Linger Michelle Magsam Dwight Manlief Chris Meadows Robert Melcher Paula Meredith Angela Milburn Julie Miller Trever Moore Richard Moore Kenny Morrow Doug Mozingo 112 Peggy Mclnteer Kevin McNealy Mike McVicar Don Niese Mindy Nobbe Tim Nystrom Stacy Ogle Vicki Oliger Tim Owens Tammy Peetz Stephanie Phelps Kasey Phillips Shawn Platt Loretta Pyles Ann Redmon Lora Reed Robert Riddell Lisa Sample Stacey Schoettmer Tammy Schoettmer Danny Sebastian Connie Settles Victoria Shuter Kelly Slone Eli Smith Michelle Smith Janette Somers Tom Striecker Kathy Stuart Matt Taylor Janet Templeton Matthew Thomas Chris Thompson Karen Tichenor Craig Tower Stephanie Wiley 113 The seventh and eighth grade got into the swing of autumn with the football season and Homecoming. The football team, under the exper- tise of Coach Denny and Coach Mulroney, played six exciting games. The highlights of the season were defeating Greensburg and collecting equipment. Tony Fulton won the Defensive Award and Mike Badgley won the Offensive Award. During Homecoming, the 7th and 8th Grades combined their talents and constructed a float, with the theme, Victo- ry.” It was a thrilling fall season for the junior high to remember. JR. HI FALL SEASON 114 1. South Decatur Junior High Football Team 2. You're supposed to catch the football not smash it. Bobby! 3. The junior high float, Victory.” The Junior High Band was directed by Mr. Renfro. They presented a winter and a spring concert and participated in the annual Solo and Ensemble Contest in January. The Junior High Band worked with the high school band for fund raising, concessions, and Commencement. The Junior High Choir was also very active this year. They participat- ed in the Fall Pops Concert, the Christmas program in December, and the annual Spring Concert in May. They also represented South Deca- tur in the Solo and Ensemble Contest at Hauser. The officers were Fenisha Coons, president and Melissa Nystrom, vice-president. Ms. Stafford directed the choir. JUNIOR HIGH IS MUSICAL 115 JUNIOR HIGH BOYS BASKETBALL 8th Grade: r.l. M. Taylor. C. Collins. B. Bryant. T. Hampton. C. Shuter. D. Wolf r.2. C. McCullough. J. Vanest. R. Schoettmer. D. Cunningham r.3. Coach Whitaker. C. Combs. M. Wright. R. Phelps. D. Brewer 7th Grade: r. 1. J. Gant. K. Elliott. D. Blanton. G. Graue. R. Franklin r.2. D. Wolf. C. Collins. D. Gatewood. M. Dougherty. B. Burkman. M. Taylor r.3. Coach Bartel, E. Allen, C. Tower, J. Idlewine. J. Adams The seventh grade team ended their season with a record of 6-8, with the highlight of defeating North Decatur 25-21 at North Decatur. There was no M.V.P., but Cory Collins was given the Free Throw Percentage Award. According to Coach Bartel, The kids worked extremely hard to improve throughout the year and with more off-season work, they have the potential to become very good basketball players. The eighth grade team, under Ed Whitaker, also had an interesting season. They had a record of 3-10, with the thrill of winning two more games than they did last year. The Free Throw Award was presented to David Brewer. 116 The highlight of the seventh grade team was defeating North Deca- tur, which later won the final tournament. During the county tourna- ment, South played an overtime game with Greensburg. The record was 2-8 and was the first season for the girls to win a game. The Leadership Award was presented to Stacy Ogle. Mr. Seegers was the coach. The eighth grade team had an exciting season with a record of 5-5. There was one interesting highlight. In the Tourney (against Hauser) with four seconds left, and South trailing by 1, South missed four free throws and lost the game, 16-14. The Most Valuable Player Award was presented to Michelle Elliott. Mr. Honeycutt coached the 8th grade team. JUNIOR HIGH GIRLS BASKETBALL 8th Grade: r.l. K. Foster. M. Elliott. M. Idlewine r.2. M. Stephens. S. Gant, B. Brindley. A. Oldham, Coach Honeycutt 7th Grade: r.l. V. Gatewood. V. Oliger. K. Phillips. V. Shuter, C. Campbell. J. Fulton r.2. K. Caddell, S. Wiley. M. Nobbe. S. Ogle. T. Brindley, S. Phelps, Coach Seegers 117 The highlights of the Junior High Boys Track Team were Jeff Idlewine achieving 5'0” in the high jump, Rob Phelps achieving 8'6 in the pole vault, and Joe Taylor being the fastest member of the team and being the best at the shot put. They had a very interesting season this year. Also they beat North Decatur in the Conference. Each member of the team received a certificate and Joe Taylor was named this year’s Most Valuable Player. Mr. Cox performed this season’s coaching. JUNIOR HIGH BOYS TRACK 118 Records were made in all but three events for the Girls Junior High Track Team. They took third place at the Indian Creek Conference out of eight schools. Marla Stephens was awarded this year’s Most Valuable Player Award. According to Coach Gray, “This year's Girls Junior High Track Team showed great potential for next season's success.” GIRLS SHOW GREAT POTENTIAL 119 JUNIOR HIGH CLUBS 120 121 Junior National Honor Society had four major projects this year. At Christmas, they went caroling at the nursing homes in Greensburg. In honor of Valentine's Day, Jr. N.H.S. sold and delivered Valentine mes- sages, singing telegrams, and Valentine flowers. In the spring, they completed the year’s activities by initiating 28 new members and con- tributing to the Decatur County Community Scholarship Fund. The 1983-84 officers were Chris Collins, president; Larry Callahan, vice- president; Steve Horan, secretary; and Mark Johannigman, treasurer. Joan Whitten was the Jr. N.H.S. faculty advisor this year. HONOR SOCIETY SELLS VALENTINES 1983-84 members: r.l. D. Floyd, W. Miller. A. Woodward. F. Low. L. Callahan, S. Horan. M. Johannigman r.2. C. Collins, M. Badgley. J. Hockersmith. D. Padgett. W. Taylor, C. Sample. G. Kissel, M. Idlewine r.3. J. Helms. B. Beam, D. Preston. M. Stephens. D. Jo- hannigman. A. Oldham. M. Elliott 123 125 ADMINISTRATORS OPEN LINES This year the administration and guidance depart- ment worked hard to revive the lines of communica- tion with the students. Again this year, they were active with the Spirit Year Competition and other student oriented functions. A special thanks should also be given to the secretaries of the general and guidance offices, who serve as the foundation for office business. 126 1. Dr. Andrew Day. Principal 2. John Duncan. Assistant Principal 3. Larry Gardner. Guidance Counselor 4. Joan Whitten. Guidance Counselor 5. Sherelle Dixon, Secretary 6. Sharon Hill. Secretary 7. Elvira Muckerheide. Secretary 8. Mary Ewing. Secretary (Guidance) 127 1. Scott Bartel. Business 2. Brenda Brumley. English. Newspaper 3. Holly Bruns. P.E.. Health 4. Rosie Carson. Science 5. Dennis Cox. Computer Science 6. Elvin Cruser. Math 7. Tom Deniston. Business 8. Norman Denny. Math 9. Nancy Elliott. English 10. Betty Empson, Home Ec. 11. Karen Gault. English 12. Pam Gault. Social Studies 13. Gail Gray. L.R.C. 14. Paul Hickey. Social Studies 15. Scott Hime. Social Studies 16. Andrew Honeycutt. Industrial Arts 129 17 1. Don Hudson. Agriculture 2. James Larcomb. English 3. Norman Layton. Math 4. Mary McCormick. Art 5. Campbell McIntyre. Science 6. Ernestine McIntyre. L.R.C. 7. William Morton. English 8. Will Mulroney. Driver’s Ed. 9. Dave Porter. P.E. 10. Robert Renfro. Music 11. Diane Reynolds. Librarian 12. Tim Roscoe. Social Studies 13. Bill Seegers. Science 14. Bill Spears. Science 15. Vicki Stafford. Music 16. Juanita Stahl. Home Ec. 17. George Tanner. Foreign Language 131 1. Ken Wendling. P.E.. Health 2. Ed Whitaker, Graphic Arts 3. Glenn Whitaker. Agriculture 4. Rosie Johnson. School Nurse 5. Smile! You’re on Candid Camera. 6. Are you walking the halls again? 7. Are foreign language students that frus- trating. Mr. Tanner? Not pictured: Lynne Morton. Social Studies 132 COOKS AND STUDENTS SHARE RESPONSIBILITY IN CAFETERIA STUDENT AIDS LEARN THE ROPES 134 1. Library Aids 2. General Office Aids 3. Mr. Duncan talks to the student body. 4. Nancy and Robyn tell of a sports victory. 5. Guidance Office Aids 6. Mr. Whitaker shares a break with Beth and Julie. 135 Greensburg Branch 219 W. Main Street Phone 663-6296 Your headquarters for automobile parts and supplies 1 - — Wayne Peetz John Wenning tjrcensbing Printing Company 116 N. Franklin Street (812) 663-8265 Greensburg,IN 47240 East Side of Square J (812) 663-4850 Oftauzice 'MoeCCez Omuzance (Agency MAURICE MOELLER Agent 134 N. FRANKLIN ST P. 0. BOX 101 GREENSBURG. IN 47240 Minear’s Inc. Quality Department Store On the square Greensburg, IN %.... — ■ JOHN DEERE Farm Equipment Parts and Service Thurston Impl. and Supply, Inc. U.S. 421 NW Greensburg, IN Phone 663-5191 I--- ■ -...... I % Maddux Sons Moving Storage Auction 127 S. Monfort St. Phone 663-2946 I— 136 137 QUIN QUE Family Restaurant Westport, IN 591-9249 Broasted Fish on Fridays Chicken (All You Can Eat) 138 Cummins Engine Company, Inc 139 Rosie Cooper Owner, Stylist UNIQUE BEAUTY SALON Toni Becky Cindy Stylist Stylist Stylist 110 W. Main Street Greensburg, IN 47240 (812) 663-7828 Litmer’s TRI-COUNTY APPLIANCE General Electric Eureka Sharp Roper Admiral 115 E. Main Street Greensburg, IN 47240 Jim Thelma Phone 663-4001—663-2625 I ffc Elliott Aviation Aircraft Leasing No time to spare? Go by air! Bill Elliott 663-3535 I--- • ■ - —- . I 140 142 Farm Loans for Operating Cash Buildings Equipment Bins and Silos Phone: 663-2454 Cars—Trucks Farm Improvement Part Time Farmers Farm Down Payments 143 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL GRADUATES Greensburg Optimist Club 144 Bass Funeral Home Serves with Dignity and Honor” George, Mary Louise and Larry Bass Westport. IN 591-2571 P EXCEL CLEANERS North Vernon Mon-Fri 6:00-5:00 Sat 8:00-12:00 Tropic Tuxedo Rental Steamex Carpet Cleaner Rick Kim Agnew-Smith —Owners— 346-5149 Cameo Color, Inc. 145 YEARBOOK RICH IN QUALITY There are many things that could be said about this year's Cougar- ama staff. It is one of the smallest in the past four years, but what we lacked in quantity, we made up in quality. Most staff members did their best and, even persuaded some non-staff members to help. We worked all year and part of our summer, but finally it was done. 1984 Cougar- ama staff members wish to thank our sponsor, Mr. Tanner, and hope everyone enjoys the book. May it bring back many fond memories of 1984 in years to come. 1984 Cougarama staff: J. Shepherd. Editor J. Oliphant K. Elliott A. Johnson Mr. Tanner, Sponsor J. Coombs K. Sebastian D. Sullivan B. Hahn L. Wheeler G. AmRhein S. Lowe K. Muckerheide L. Cunningham Not pictured: P. O'Haver J. Cann B. Colson V. Foster C. Billieu A special thanks to Jody Brown, who de- signed the division pages. 146 147 FRIENDS and FUN 148 - '