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

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1987 volume:

South Decatur High School Route 5 Greensburg, Indiana 47240 Volume XIX 1987 TABLE OF CONTENTS LIFE AT SOUTH DECATUR 3 LIVE AND IN COLOR AT S.D.! Ho, Ho, it's rime to go Hoosier Hysteria! Not another worksheet! Does it bite? 4 I'm like $0000 sure! The Peanut Gallery B U-Z-Z-Z-Z-Z So Ax + Bx = C ... Say What? A FAIRY TALE” HOMECOMING It was a Fairy Tale evening for Aimee AmRhein as she was crowned queen at South Decatur's traditional Home- coming on October 10. The traditional pep session on Friday afternoon was followed by the parade in Westport with the band and Cougarettes. South’s football team had an exciting game against the Brown County Eagles, al- though the Cougars were defeated 25-14 by the Eagles. During the halftime, the spectators were entertained with the crowning of Aimee, escorted by Larry Kroger, and the parade of floats. The theme for the 1986 Home- coming was Fairy Tales . First place went to the Fresh- man float Four and Twenty 'Eagles' Baked in a Pie”. Second place went to the Sophomores with Ole King ’Cougar ' (The other classes consisted of Three Blind Eagles” by the seventh grade, Humpty Dumpty by the eighth grade, Sing a Song of Six Pence by juniors, and Old Woman in a Shoe by seniors). The FFA float's theme was Old McDonald . There were also floats from the Cheerleaders and the Baptist Youth Center. A dance ended the Homecoming celebration for another year. i 1. Queen Aimee shows that a smile is worth a thousand words. 2. The seniors ride in style. 3. The freshmen s first place float Four and Twenty Eagles Baked in a Pie 8 Homecoming 1. Homecoming Queen candidates and escorts: Pat Blanton and Tracie Clark- son; Bret Kroger and Shelly Nugent; Melissa Nystrom and Todd Hershauer; Aimec AmRhein and Larry Kroger. 2. 11th Grade: Jenny Sims and Jimmy Tomson. 3. 10th Grade: Hollie Clarkson and Eric Parker. 4.9th Grade: Julie Tomson and Eric Tay- lor. 8th Grade: April Menefee and Shawn Blaich. 6. 7th Grade: Julie Le Master and Matt Grimes. Homecoming 9 10 Homecoming COUGAR CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Annual Christmas Concert this year was a big success. The Choir, under the direction of Steve Workman, per- formed many selections. Cougar Com- pany choreographed a Christmas selection Sing Gloria and closed with their 1986- 87 closer, Who Put the Bop? . Also, this year the newly formed Jr. High Choir sang two selections. The Band performed six selections with Robert Renfro’s direction. Two of those selections included Do You Hear What I Hear” and the ever traditional, Silent Night”. Christmas Concert 11 1 FAST FOOD” SPIRIT WEEK This year's theme for Spirit Week was Fast Food Restaurants . The 7th grade was out to win us over with Flardees . The 8th grade came in 3rd with Burger King”. The 9th grade fried a 2nd with Kentucky Fried Chicken . Mr. Porter scooped up a 1st for the 10th graders with Cow Palace . The 11th grade shined their golden arches with McDonalds . The seniors brought a crowd from miles around to show them their White Castles . The fans showed they would follow their Cougars in any direction, inside out or backwards on Monday, as that was the dress up day. On Tuesday, everyone came looking outrageous on Outrageous hair day . On Wednesday the Cougar fans traveled back in time to the 50’s. On Thursday they traveled Back to the Future in the year 2001 . Friday was the traditional Maroon and White day, with a fantastic pep session. South lost to Rushville in overtime by only 3 points in an exciting sectional game. 1. The Cougars make the Lions Shake ! 2. We didn't know Mr. Porter worked at Cow Palace . 3. The Juniors devour lion burgers. 4. The seventh grade wants to win you over . 5. Greta is Outrage----ous! 12 Spirit Week . 3 LttWS HEADS . -fcffA % f 1 f IP I ' SiXS SHAKE - S SENWED LIONS m tliVi i v p r arr ,. - •UiiLzA: Fn ! frt i£V$7 ’ JTWt; • � ' WWIJLui tc ' 11 f rrvr n , u u Ej L w •i S3� e -•i SCpT' •� , IS- :' 5 -ll� i • “UAL 1. The freshmen do it right” 2. The Cougar Strut” 3. Sectional Menu 4. Seniors want a sectional victory 5. Jason controls the Cougar Crowd Spirit Week 13 ON GOLDEN POND After many weeks of 6:30 A.M. practices, practices after school, and Saturday practice work sessions, March 12 finally came. The spring drama production this year was the award winning On Golden Pond”. The play was held in the school cafeteria on March 12 and 13 and it drew a large crowd each evening. Although the production was greatly enjoyed by the audience, it was enjoyed most by the cast, crew, and directors. The cast was: Norman Thayer, Gabe Graue; Ethel Thayer, Lora Reed; Chelsea Thayer-Ray, Dyveke Hooton; Bill Ray, Rob Riddell; Billy Ray, Jr., Jason Overmeyer; Charlie Martin, Craig Billieu. Clockwise from top: “Are you sleeping during practice, again?” Yes, they have indoor plumbing! Can't you smile. Craig? The loons are calling Pleeease ... CJ «. 14 Play Play 15 SOUTH DECATUR AND WINNERS The Senior High Spell Bowl Team Champions: R.l: Coach, Cathy Tichenor, Tricia Krzyzanowski, Christie Campbell, Becky Ralston, Gladys Hockersmith, Bobby Melcher, Lora Reed R.2: Jason Spuriing, Angela Oldham. Marla Stephens, Darryl Floyd, David Padgett Steve Horan, Wendy Taylor, Darryl Floyd, Jeanine Shutte, Hoosier Boys and Girls State Darryl Floyd, DAR Good Citizenship Award Lora Reed, Various Speech Awards 16 Student Awards FIRST SPELL AND QUIZ BOWLS Jr. High Spell Bowl Champs: Eric Berkemeier.Jon Larcomb, Debbie Schwering (Spring Spelling Bee Champ), Lori Hughes, Coach Karen Gault Row 2: Danny Padgett, Daniel Smith, Robert Best, Melissa Fields, Susan Roscoe, Maria Larcomb Quiz Bowl Teams: Coach Gault, Lora Reed, Beth Cann, Crystal Goldey, Greta Kissel, Dottie Johannigman, Coach Tichenor Row 2: Andy Bell, Maretta McCullough, Dyvekc Hooton, Tina Harrison. Chris Shuter, Darryl Floyd, Paula Schwering, Scott Pumphrey Paula Schwering, Spell Bowl Member 2ND IN STATE: Social Studies Team: Andy Bell, Darryl Floyd, Chris Shuter Spell and Quiz Bowls 17 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY On April 22, twelve students were in- ducted into South Decatur's Honor Soci- ety. Students must have an average of 3.25 and be elected by the faculty committee based on character, leadership, and ser- vice. After the tapping of new members, speeches were given by Mrs. Reynolds and Mr. Hileman, with special music from the band and senior members. The new inductees received pins, membership cards, and roses with their parents. After- ward there was a reception in the Home Ec. room. New Members: Dottie Johannigman, Marla Stephens, Jodi Wolterman, Missy Kamman Row 2: Amber Hunter, Angela Oldham, Greta Kissel. Michelle Elliott Row 3: Dale Preston, Jami Helms, Scott Pumphrey, John Hockersmith 18 N.H.S. Induction N.H.S. Induction 19 ART SHOW AND MUSICALE During the evening of May 5, the Music and Art Departments combined their talents to present the Art Show and Musicale '87. Various art students displayed their work in an enthralling exhibition. After the Art Show, the Music Department performed a first rate show . The concert choir and Cougar Company sang numbers such as I Loved You and Kyrie . The band using silhouttes gave the audience Top Gun”. The Cougarettes shined on Superstar Rock . A round of applause goes to Mrs. McCor- mick, Mr. Workman, Mr. Renfro, and Mrs. Fry. X Musio.lt ana Kn Show 1987 JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM WATTS AND SPURLING CROWNED QUEEN AND KING On the enchanting evening of May 2, the junior class presented the annual prom at the Columbus Commons with the theme Friends and Lovers . The crowd danced to the music of Hybrid and enjoyed the decor of cerise and gold. Susan Watts and Jason Spurling reigned as Queen and King, but there were no Prince and Princess this year. Goblets were given to the ladies, key chains to the guys, and memory books for all. The after prom was held later by the parents called Club 88 with a casino theme. 22 Pronn Queen Candidates: Tracie Clarkson, Melissa Nystrom, Wendy Taylor King Candidates: Pat Blanton, Todd Hershauer, Mark Johannigman Prom Pages: Christie Campbell, Julie Miller, Stacey Schoettmer, Janet Templeton, Eric Allen, Bryan Burkman, Cory Collins, Steve Herbert Prom 25 MORE AWARD RECIPIENTS PERFECT ATTENDANCE: Connie Sample, Kim Chase, Maretta McCullough, Wendy Taylor; Row 2: Angela Milburn, Cindy Klene, Crystal Goldey, Michelle STATE MUSIC CONTEST: Lora Reed, Dale Pres- Idlewine, Lora Reed, Tina Harrison, Vanessa Gatewood; Row 3: Matt Taylor, ton, Dyveke Hooton (Band); Brad Beam, Tammy Scott Houpey, Bill Harrison, Don Crossland, Mark Collins; Ed Bebout, Brad Coy, Grimsley, Matt Wright (Choral) Jami Helms (not pictured) STATE HOUSE PAGES: Lora Reed, Stephanie Wiley, Angie Ward, Mi- chelle Idlewine, April Menefee, Heather Helton, Susan Roscoe;Joe Whit- kemper, Brad Stephens, Andy Bell, Scott Pumphrey KEY CLUB HONORS: Lora Reed, Maretta McCullough, Larry Callahan; Wendy Taylor, Michelle Idlewine, Christie Campbell 24 Student Awards SR. HIGH HONORS DAY—MAY 21 Congratulations Cougar Scholars! Row 1: G. Kissel, A. Oldham, M. Stephens, D.Johannigman, M. McCullough, M.Johannigman, S. Horan, D. Floyd; Row 2: M. El- liott, C. Combs, B. Beam, S. Miller, L. Reed, C. Collins, L. Grote, T. Clarkson; Row 3: F. Low, L. Callahan,J. Wissel, B. Cann, C. Klene, S. Wright, J. Brown, S. Moffett; Row 4: S. Spencer, M. Badgley, B. McCarter, S. Pumphrey, B. Henderson, K. Honeycutt, B. Poole Awards Day 25 above right: Kecia and Larry listen patiently, middle left: Dr. Kasamis gives Charon her diploma, middle right: Jason tells classmates his future plans, right: Graduates listen as Mr. Lawrence says his last goodbyes. Just 12 years ago, they were crying when their mothers left them with their first teacher. After that, the class spent their next year and a half in the gym while South Elementary was replacing Sand- creek. Fun became recesses and field trips. Soon these ended, and bells rang (well most of the time) for many class periods. Finally the Seniors paraded the Elemen- tary school and graduation night arrived in style. On May 31, they took their diplo- mas and started their long journeys to- ward the future. 26 Commcnccment above left: Darryl gives his Valedictory speech, above right: Some last touches before gradu- ation. middle left: Mr. Duncan says, It's a jungle , middle right: Anxiously waiting, we think of past memories. above: Salutatorian Steve gives remembrance speech. right: Keith gladly accepts his diploma, far right. President Mark leads tassle ceremony. Commencement 27 l r.. .. V. ROW 1: R. Rutherford. S. Johnson. B. Gault, D. Sebastian, J. Hobbs, J. Smith, D. Miller, K. Elliott, R. Schoettmer. T. Owens. S. Spencer ROW 2: Coach Amstutz. B. Melcher, C. Collins. M. Badgley, T. Striecker, S. Wood. S. Ogle. C. Collins. J. Bruce. D. Wolf, D. Crim. J. Hockersmith. D. Wright ROW 3: Coach Bohall. P. Newland. T. Moore, J. Idlewine, T. Conwell. C. Tower, C. Blaich, D. Burton. F. Low, W. Hawkins. Coach Wendling Football Sports 30 Varsity Football Sports SCOREBOARD SD VS Greensburg L SD VS Prairie Heights L SD VS Edinburgh L SD VS Beech Grove L SD VS Brown County L SD VS Milan W SD VS North Decatur W SD VS Indian Creek w SD VS Tri High w COACHES Ken Wendling, Head Coach Will Bohall. Asst. Bob Bartels, Asst. Matt Amstutz, Asst. SCHOOL SONG: Go South Decatur” Football Reserve Football 31 Sports ..— Football 32 Football AWARDS MVP—Jeff Hobbs MV Offensive Lineman—Jeff Bruce MV Offensive Back—Fred Low MV Defensive Lineman—Shannon Wood MV Defensive Back—Randy Schoettmcr Mr. Tough—Fred Low Most Improved Player—Craig Tower 1st Letters: Chris Collins, Tim Owens, Kevin Elliott. Tom Striecker. Richard Moore, Doug Burton, Bob Melcher, Pat Newtand, Cory Collins. Craig Tower, Mike Herbert (Previous) Mike Badglcy, Jeff Hobbs, Chris Blaich, Randy Schoettmcr, Jeff Idlewine, Todd Conweli, Fred Low, Dwayne Miller, Jeff Bruce, Shannon Wood, Shannon Ogle, John Hockersmith Sports Row i—Kim Chase, Lisa Ross, Michelle Idlcwine, Tracie Clarkson, Susan Watts, Amber Hunter Row 2—Coach Bruns, Michelle Elliott, Jeanine Schutte, Dina Tower, Lisa Grote, Jami Helms (Manager) VARSITY SCOREBOARD South Dearborn-W Hauser-W Brown CountyW North Decatur-W Shenandoah-L Indian Creek-L Brown County-W Greensburg-L Edinburgh-W Jac-Cen-Del-L Waldron-W I.C.A.-L Laurel-W Columbus North-W Lawrenceburg-W Edinburgh-W Jennings Co.-I. N. Decatur-W Providence-L I.C.A.-L Brownstown-L Southwestern-W Batesville-L Milan-W Crothersville-W Grecnsburg-L COACH Holly Bruns MANAGER: Jami Helms HIGHLIGHTS: Tied for 1st in Conference 6 1; Record of 15-11 Volleyball Varsity Volleyball 33 Sports RESERVE SCOREBOARD South Dearborn-L Brown County-W Waldron-W Laurd-W Hauser-W North Decatur-W Indian Creek L Columbus North-L Southwestern W Greensburg-I. Jac-Cen-Del-W l.C.A.-W Brownstown L Providence-L Batesville-W Crothersville-L Edinburgh-W Milan-W COACHES: Holly Bruns, Kelly Huff HIGHLIGHTS: Defeated undefeated Batesville; Record of 11-7 Volleyball 54 Rcserve Volleyball FRESHMAN SCOREBOARD Brown County-W South Dearborn-L Shelbyville-L Batesville-L Waldron-L Brookville-W Indian Creek-W Crothersville-W Greensburg-L Columbus North-L I.CA.-W Milan-W COACH: Kelly Huff RECORD: 6-6 AWARDS MVP—Lisa Grote MV Setter—Amber Hunter Best Bump %—Amber Hunter MV Varsity Hitter—Lisa Grote MV Reserve Hitter—Beth Brindley Best Serve % (Varsity)—Amber Hunter Kim Chase Best Serve % (Reserve)—Tori Shuter Most Serving % (9th)— Angie Stier All-Conference—Lisa Grote, Michelle Elliott, Amber Hunter Conference Coach of the Year—Holly Bruns Kiwanis Trophy—Kim Chase Letters (1st)—Tracie Clarkson, Lisa Ross, Jeanine Schutte; Previous—K. Chase, M. Elliott, L. Grote, A. Hunter, M. Idlewine, D. Tower, S. Watts, J. Helms Volleyball Freshman Volleyball 35 Row 1—Angie Stier, Tina Collins. Kristi Taylor, Lori Ewing Row 2—Tina Harrison, Donna Moorman, Jenise Bradshaw, Roxanna Burton, Becky Dawson Sports Sports SD (27) SCOREBOARD SD (17) SD (35) SD (74) .Hauser (31) Greensburg (29) SD (27) SD (25) SD (56) Waldron (65) SW (15) SD (24) .... COACH: Dave Porter HIGHLIGHTS: Greensburg Invitational Eric Allen 5th in Conference was named to All-Conference Team Cross Country 36 Cross Country Sports AWARDS Male MVP—Eric Allen Most Improved—David Padgett Female MVP—Becky Dawson Most Improved—Holly Kissel 1st Letters—Chad Evans Ray Robbins Darin Cunningham David Padgett Previous Letters—Eric Allen Greg Hickey Rob Phelps Pat Blanton 1st Letters—Becky Dawson Kim Caddell Stephanie Phelps Tricia Ward Holly Kissel Certificate—Jeff Sims Cross Country Cross Country 37 Sports VARSITY SCOREBOARD Mcdora-W Morristown-W Laurel-W Laurel-W Jennings Co.-L Grecnsburg L Edinburgh-L Hauser-W North Decatur-L Edinburgh-W Southwcstern-L Indian Creek-L Hauser L Waldron-W Brown Co. L Rising Sun-L East Central-L Milan-W North Decatur-L Crothersville-W COACH: Dave Porter MAN AGERS: Larry Callahan. Todd Hamp- ton HIGHLIGHTS: Overtime game with Rush- ville (63-60) in Sectional MEMBER: Mid-Hoosier Athletic Confer- ence SONG: Go South Decatur Basketball 38 Boys Varsity Basketball Sports VARSITY COUGARS: Larry Callahan (Manager). Randy Schoettmcr, Pat Blanton, Fred Low. Chris Blaich. Greg Hickey. Jeff Sims. Rob Phelps. Darin Cunningham, Chad Evans, Brad Bryant, Todd Hampton (Manager), Coach Porter Basketball AWARDS MVP—Greg Hickey Free Throw «—Brad Bryant Field Goal %—Greg Hickey Assists—Greg Hickey Best Defense—Fred Low, Pat Blanton Rebounds—Rob Phelps Most Improved—Rob Phelps All Sectional Team—Rob Phelps All Conference Team—Greg Hickey 1st Letters—Pat Blanton. Chad Evans. Darin Cunningham. Brad Bryant, Jeff Sims, Jeff Idlewine. Randy Schoettmcr, Matt Taylor, Curt Combs Previous—Greg Hickey, Rob Phelps, Fred Low, Larry Callahan. Todd Hampton Certificates—Chris Blaich Eric Allen Boys Varsity Baskctball 39 Sports RESERVE COUGARS: Row 1—John Gant, Cory Collins, Bob Melcher, Nick Adams, Manager Matt Taylor Row 2—Coach Hime, Eric Allen, Craig Tower, Eric Parker, Steve Herbert, Mike Dougherty, Jeff Adams, Manager Curt Combs RESERVE RECORD Medora-W Morristown-L Laurel-W Laurel-W Jennings Co.-W Greensburg-W Edinburgh-L Hauser-W North Decatur-W Edinburgh-W Southwestern-L Indian Creek-L Hauser-W Waldron-W Brown Co.-W Rising Sun-W East Central-L Milan-W North Decatur-L Crothersville-W COACH: Scott Hime MANAGERS: Matt Taylor, Curt Combs AWARDS: Free Throw %—Chris Blaich Rebounds — Steve Herbert HIGHLIGHTS: Record of 14-6 Basketball 40 Boys Reserve Basketball Sports FRESHMAN COUGARS: Row 1—Brian Ralston, Brian Gault, Todd Hickey, Brent Poole, Mark Collins, Scott Houpey Row 2—Jerry Adams, Bill Seegers, Chad Petro, Brian Garwood, Ryan Gault, Ray Robbins Row 3—Chad Buchanan, Chuck Tetrick, Chris Watts, Bill Harrison, Manager Daryl Crim FRESHMAN RECORD SD VS Jennings Co. L SD VS Batesville L SD VS Jac-Cen-Del W SD VS Edinburgh W SD VS Milan W SD VS Greensburg L SD VS Hauser W SD VS Brown Co. W SD VS North Decatur L SD VS Waldron W SD VS Southwestern W SD VS Waldron W SD VS Hauser W SD VS Indian Creek W CONFERENCE CHAMPS! COACH: Bill Seegers MANAGER: Daryl Crim AWARD: Chris Watts (Free Throw 96) Basketball Boys Freshman Basketball 41 Sports VARSITY: Row 1—Manager Wendy Taylor, Mindy Nobbe, Beth Brindley, Lisa Grote, Manager Leah Taylor Row 2—Coach Honeycutt, Tricia Ward, Kim Caddell, Stephanie Phelps, Holly Kissel, Michelle Elliott, Amber Hunter SCOREBOARD Laurel-W Southwestern-W Greensburg-L Waldron-W North Decatur-L Edinburgh-W Batesville-W Crochersville-W Hauser-W Indian Creck-W I.CA.-W Brown Co.-L Milan-W Jennings Co. L Lawrenceburg-W Greensburg-W Greensburg-L Brookville-W Columbus North-L HIGHLIGHTS: Holiday Tourney victory 3rd—Mid-Hoosier Confer- ence 1st Sectional game victory against Greensburg New Record: 13-6 42 Girls Varsity Basketball Sports Basketball Girls Varsity Baskctball 45 Sports J.V.: Row 1—Leah Taylor, Wendy Taylor (Managers) Row 2—Tori Shuter, Vanessa Gatewood, Tricia Brindley, Misty Combs, Michelle Idlewine, Valerie Gatewood, Angie Callahan AWARDS MVP—Lisa Grotc Field Goal %—Lisa Grote Assists—Michelle Elliott Best Defense—Amber Hunter Free Throw (Varsity)—Michelle Elliott Free Throw (J.V.)—Kim Caddell Free Throw (9th)—Holly Kissel Rebounds (Varsity)—Lisa Grote Rebounds (J.V.)—Misty Combs Most Improved—Beth Brindley Kiwanis Award—Lisa Grote Letters (1st)—H. Kissel. M. Nobbe, S. Ogle. S. Phelps, K. Caddell, L. Taylor, D. Tower Previous—M. Elliott, A. Hunter, T. Ward, L. Grote, B. Brindley. W. Taylor Basketball 44 Girls Reserve Basketball Sports Basketball LADY COUGARS COACHES: Andy Honeycutt, Varsity Cindi Wilkerson, J.V. Kevin Allen. Freshmen MANAGERS: Wendy Taylor Dina Tower Leah Taylor HONORS: All-Sectional Team—Lisa Grote All-Conference Team—Lisa Grote, Amber Hunter Hoosier All-State—Lisa Grote; Michelle Elliott set a new school record for assists (80) Girls Freshman Basketball 45 Sports VARSITY: ROW 1: John Gant. Bob Melcher. Randy Schoettmer, Kevin Elliott, Kenny Staggs. Chris Collins ROW 2: Coach Honeycutt. Jeff Adams. Pat Blanton. Darin Cunningham. Duane Ralston. Billy Seegcrs, Jeff Bruce, Coach Wendling BASEBALL COACHES: Andy Honeycutt. Varsity Ken Wendling, Reserve MANAGER: Bryan Blumfelder AWARDS: Kenny Staggs. MVP Billy Seegers, Most Improved Chris Collins, Lead Hitter ’Scooter Bruce, Best Pitcher LETTERS: Billy Seegers. John Gant, Darin Cunningham, Pat Blanton. Jim Layton PREVIOUS: Jeff Bruce. Randy Schoettmer, Kevin Elliott. Duane Ralston. Chris Collins. Kenny Staggs. Jeff Adams HIGHLIGHTS: Defeated Hauser (4 0) in Sec. Defeated North Decatur (6 5) Baseball 46 Baseball Sports ROW 2: Eric Feider, David Blanton, Craig Billicu, Brian Ralston. Eric Parker, Brian Gault, Bill Harrison. Tim Owens, Coach Wendling Baseball Bascball 47 Sports Row 1—Michelle Idlewine, Valerie Gatewood. Vanessa Gatewood. Tonya Haley. Amber Hunter. Christie Campbell. Manager Stacy Gant Row 2—Manager Jami Helms. Stephanie Wiley. Michelle Elliott, Tricia Brindley. Jenisc Bradshaw. Beth Brindley, Roxanna Burton, Stacy Ogle, Coach Bruns SCOREBOARD North Decatur-W East Central-W Batesville-L Connersville W Brown Co.-L South Dearborn-W Jennings Co.-L South Ripley-W Shclbyville-W Brown Co.-W (Tourney) Shelbyvil!e W Switz City-W Batesvillc-W Jac-Cen-Del-W (Sec.) North Decatur -W East Central-W Jac-Cen-Del-W South Ripley W East Central-W Switzerland Co.-W Switzerland Co.-W Brown Co.-W Clarksville-L (Reg.) Softball 48 Softball Sports Softball SOFTBALL COACH: Holly Bruns MANAGERS: Jami Helms, Stacy Gant AWARDS: MVP-Michelle Elliott Highest Batting Av —M. Elliott Most Times on Base—Amber Hunter Best Pitchers—Michelle Elliott Amber Hunter HIGHLIGHTS: Brown Co. Tourney victory Sectional victory at Jac- Cen-Del (3 games) I6 game winning streak RECORD: 19-4; J-V Team: 1-0 Softball 49 Sports ROW 1—Tina Collins, Tricia Brindley, Tonya Haley. Wendy Taylor, Stephanie Phelps; ROW 2—Heather Garrity, Becky Dawson. Holly Kissel, Michelle Idlewine, Kim Caddell; ROW 3—Coach Sweasy, Kim Steinker, Michelle Kuntz, Tammy Herbert GIRLS TRACK RECORD. 5-3 COACH; Pam Sweasy MANAGERS: Kim Steinker, Tammy Her- bert, Michelle Kuntz AWARDS: Kim Caddell. MVP. All Confer- ence Becky Dawson. MVP, All Con- ference LETTERS: T. Collins. B. Dawson, H. Kissel. T. Haley CERTIFICATES: H. Garrity, T. Ward PREVIOUS: T. Brindley, K. Caddell, W. Taylor, S. Phelps, M. Idlewine HIGHLIGHTS: Placed 4th at Conference; Six went to Sectional: T. Brindley—Discus; K. Caddell—High Jump; S. Phelps—High Jump, 1600 relay; B. Dawson—800 m. run. 1600 relay; also W. Taylor, H. Kissel—1600 relay Track 50 Girls Track Track Girls Track 51 Sports ROW 1 Chad Buchanan, Eric Allen, Chris Watts, Fred Low, Brent Poole, Kirk Shera; ROW 2—Jerry Adams, Craig Tower, Jeff Idlewine, Mike Dougherty, Tim Nystrom, Ray Robbins; ROW 3—Steve Spencer, Ken Haley, Matt Taylor, Curt Combs, Pat Newland; ROW 4—Tammy Herbert, Coach Bohall, Michelle Kuntz BOYS TRACK RECORD: 3-12 COACH: Will Bohall MANAGERS: Michelle Kuntz, Tammy Herbert. Shannon Joerger AWARDS: Eric Allen. MVP Running Fred Low, MVP Field, Greens- burg Optimist Award. Marine Corps Aw. LETTERS: J. Adams, K. Haley. T. Nystrom. B. Poole, R. Robbins. C. Watts PREVIOUS: E. Allen,J. Idlewine, F. Low. S. Spencer, C. Tower CERTIFICATES: C. Buchanan. C. Combs. M. Dougherty. P. Newland, K. Shera. M. Taylor. T. Herbert, M. Kuntz HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Sectional Qualifications Track 52 Boys Track Sports Track Boys Track 53 Sports GOLF TEAM: Kevin Honeycutt, Dwight Manlief, Darian Gatewood, William Brewer, Brad Bryant, Andy Bell, Chad Petro, Gabe Graue, Chad Evans, Jon Mitchell GOLF COACH: Matt Amstutz RECORD: 8-7 AWARDS: Darian Gatewood, Mental Attitude William Brewer, Jon Mitchell—Certifi- cates LETTERS: Kevin Honeycutt, Andy Bell, Chad Pe- tro, Brad Bryant, Gabe Graue PREVIOUS: Dwight Manlief. Chad Evans, Dar- ian Gatewood HIGHLIGHTS: Defeated South- western and Waldron in the Confer- ence Tournament Golf 54 Golf Golf 55 COUGAR CHEERLEADERS Have you ever wondered who decorates the halls and lockers during the football and basket- ball seasons? Well if you thought Mrs. McCor- mick and the Cougar Cheerleaders, then you are correct! These young ladies also supported and cheered at every football and basketball game. Last year the cheerleaders worked at the Opti- mist Booth at the Decatur Co. 4-H Fair as a fund project. In the summer, the 8th grade through the 12th grade girls attended cheerleading camp at DePauw University. The training really paid off, since the Varsity and 9th grade squads en- tered a state competition at Southport H.S. and received third place trophies. During the Fall Sports Banquet, each girl received a certificate and a red rose. Angela Oldham, Jenny Sims, and Aimee AmRhein each received a jacket. A spe- cial recognition goes to the cheerleaders' spon- sor, Mrs. McCormick, and to South's Cougar, Kenny Biddinger, who also worked at games and pep sessions. VARSITY: Jenny Sims, Aimee AmRhein, Janet Templeton, Wendy Taylor (Captain), Angela Oldham JUNIOR VARSITY: Shannon Joerger, Michelle Kuntz, Greta Kissel (Captain), Julie Miller COUGAR: Kenny Biddinger Cheerleaders 57 FRESHMEN: Lori Ewing. Kristi Taylor, Becky Dawson. Buffy Seegers (Captain) JACKET AWARDS Kim Chase (Fall) Amber Hunter Dwayne Miller Jeff Bruce Shannon Ogle John Hockersmith Rob Phelps Jim Layton Jeff Hobbs Wendy Taylor (Winter) Dina Tower Pat Blanton Larry Callahan Greg Hickey Jeff Idlewine Randy Schoettmer Chad Evans (Spring) Chris Collins SPORTS BANQUET ’87 Congratulations Cougar Athletes! 58 Sports Awards FEMALE MVP'S: Lisa Groce (V. Ball. B. Ball) Kim Caddell (Track) Becky Dawson (Track. Cross C.) Michelle Elliott (Softball) ATHLETES HONORED Blanket Awards (Most Letters): Susan Watts. Fred Low, Lisa Grote MALE MVP'S: Fred Low (Track) Eric Allen (Track. Cross C.) Greg Hickey (Basketball) Jeff Hobbs (Football) Kenny Staggs (Baseball) Sports Awards 59 Organizations MARCHING MAROON GUARD BAND Quality is not in numbers as shown to us by the Marching Maroon Guard this year. Though small in number, the group was requested to show their accomplished stature through several events which were seen by a great number of people in both state and national settings. June of '86 took the band to Florida with perfor- mances at Walt Disney World, Sea World, Ken- nedy Space Center, and Wet and Wild. In the fall, there were football games, band camp, and marching contests. Later there were some new experiences. They made their stage debut in No- vember at the Indiana Reperatory Theatre and at Union Station in Indianapolis. The pep band also achieved professional status by performing at an Indiana Pacer game at Market Square Arena. Other events included the band banquet, a skat- ing party, and many more performances: West- port Barbecue, the Christmas Concert, County Music Festival, every basketball game, Com- mencement, and the terrific Musicale. Much credit goes to the Band Council and the band's fantastic sponsor, Mr. Renfro. above: South Decatur Marching Maroon Guard right: (from top) Kim Caddell, Ellie Boyd, Cyndi Taylor, Jodi Wolter- man, Aimee AmRhein, Erin Henderson, Teresa Hobbs, Angie Fox— CLARINETS below: Marilee Shaw, Dale Preston—Field Commanders 62 Band FLUTES Joy Wissel Lora Reed Marilee Shaw Dyveke Hooton Angie Bedel TRUMPETS Ken Sharpe Scott Houpey Kevin Honeycutt Stephanie Phelps Mike Dougherty Maretta McCullough LOW BRASS Row 1 Steve Beam Kathy Stuart Beth Cann Daryl Crim David Blanton Row 2 Don Niese Dale Preston Craig Billieu Band 63 PEP BAND Lora Reed, Dyveke Hooton.Joy Wissel, Marilee Shaw, Susan Miller—ROW 1 Angie Bedel, Ellie Boyd, Erin Henderson, Jodi Wolterman, Angie Fox—ROW 2 Beth Cann, Daryl Crim, Kathy Stuart, Dale Pres- ton—ROW 3 Kevin Honeycutt, Maretta McCullough, Scott Houpey, David Blanton—ROW 4 Ken Sharpe, Don Niese, Craig Billieu—ROW 5 64 Band PERCUSSION Jeff Idlewine Dwight Manlief Darin Cunningham Susan Miller Todd Hickey BAND COUNCIL David Blanton, President Aimee AmRhein, Vice-President Maretta McCullough Angie Fox Mike Dougherty Todd Hickey Amy Hoke Marilee Shaw Dale Preston Mr. Renfro, Sponsor 1986-87 COUGARETTES: Row 1—Amy Hoke, Cindy Jackson, Lori Duncan Row 2—Lori Israel. Tricia Krzyzanowski Row 3—Stacey Schoettmer, Tammy Herbert, Christie Campbell above: Lovely co-captains, Amy Hoke and Tricia Krzyzanowski right: The Cougarettes perform at every ballgame! COUGARETTES If you do not know any of the Cougarettes, you would never begin to understand all the time and hard work these girls put forth. Their efforts do not begin in the fall, but at the beginning of summer when they must attend two camps: dance and band. After school begins, they practice everyday for one period as well as many after school and night rehearsals. This year all that work paid off. They performed at every home football and basketball game, and they held workshops for the elementary and Jr. High students. When they traveled to Spencer for the Indiana State Music Association Contest, they brought home a Division I rating. Besides all that, they performed at Indi- ana Reperatory Theatre, Union Station, Charlestown Marching Contest, the District Contest, and many other events with the band. They also found time to have a bake sale. A special thanks goes to Mrs. Fry, Sponsor and Amy Hoke and Tricia Krzyzanowski, Captains, and of course to the girls for one of the best squads ever. Coug� rettes 65 'THE CONCERT CHOIR” The concert choir participated in the Fall concert, Christmas concert, and the Spring Musicale. There was also the annual Solo-Ensemble contest and the County Music Festival. They received seven First place ratings at the Solo-Ensemble contest. Matt Wright and Tammy Grimsley received solo awards at the County Music Festival. The choir has grown from eighteen singers, last year, to thirty-three, this year. Mr. Workman performed the task of directing the choir. Row 1—P. Mclntecr, H. Garrity, V. Rcdclman, K. Stuart, D. Greer, H. Wilkerson, J. Hoffman, M. Spencer, S. Miller, M. Mozingo Row 2—T.J. Peetz, T. Best, D. Nugent, E. Boyd, C. Brinker, A. Dawson, A. Callahan, B. Beam, C. McCullough, S. Cundiff, C. Maze. F. Coons Row 3“T. Brown, L. Hardebeck, L. Pyles, J. Bradshaw, T. Grimsley, M. Wright, K. Biddinger, A. Milburn, S. Ponsler, A. Hollin The Concert Choir” performs at the annual Christmas concert. Our illustrious director, Steve Workman 66 Choir THE COUGAR COMPANY’’ The swing choir got off to a great swing this year, under the expertise of Mr. Workman. They participated in community performances for clubs and organizations. They also sang in the fall concert, Christmas concert and the Spring Musicale. There was also the Contest and County Music Festival. They also sang at the Light the Tree ceremony on the Greensburg Square. Chris McCullough received the drummer award at the County Music Festival. This year the Cougar Company” went from eleven people to eighteen people. It was choreographed by Gretchen Gronau, a Greensburg Pirateer. A round of applause goes out to the instrumentalists as well. Gabe Graue played the piano, Susan Miller, the synthesizer, Chris McCullough, the drums, and Brad Beam, the bass guitar. Ladies—Michelle Spencer. Darla Greer, Missy Kamman, Crystal Goldey, Angie Ward, Kelly Buchanan. Melissa Herbert, Charon Petro Gentlemen—Kenny Biddinger, Jimmy Helms, Matt Wright, James Hoffman, Brad Beam, Brad McCarter The Cougar Company rehearses another fabulous choreographed routine! This year s Instrumentalists: Chris McCullough—drums, Susan Miller- synthesizer, Gabe Graue—piano Swing Choir 67 FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA The FFA, under the direction of Mr. Hudson and Mr. Kissel, accomplished many goals this year. They sold over 1200 cases of fruit, had a dinner at the Pines, had a tractor pull, and attended a hockey game and a Pacer game. They participated in judging events such as soil, livestock, forestry, poultry, dairy, and crops. The boys did especially well in the areas of soil and livestock (First in the county). Other contests included leadership, essay, public speaking, creed, and talent. The boys also took part in many demonstrations, a quiz bowl, and the FFA scrapbook preparation. Other activities included the school nature area, a Co-op farm plot, the national convention, and leadership camps. South s chapter received many district and state honors as well as a Central Region honor. John Richards, Mike Warner, and Burl Tichenor also won awards. Much credit goes to this organization which is always active and industrious. FFA Members: E. Allen. M. Badgley. E. Beckett.J. Bennett. W. Boling, R. Cathey, D. Collins.J. Collins, T. Conwell, C. Hardebeck, M. Harrell, B. Hastings, M. Herbert, M. Hoeing, A. Kiefer, B. Kroger, B. Kroger, P. Lynch, G. Moorman, S. Murphy, P. Newland, T. Ortman, C. Owens. S. Redmon.J. Richards. K. Sample, D. Sebastian.J. Shonk, T. Striecker.J. Taylor, B. Tichenor, J. Tomson, E. BeBout, R. Cathey, R. Gault, B. Gault, J. Helms, A. Hollin, S. Johnson, H. Kissel, J. Mitchell, K. Morrow. C. Petro, S. Platt, D. Smith. A. Stier. E. Taylor.J. Tomson, B. Blumfelder, R. Foster. B. Garwood, B.Johannigman. M. Kiefer, T. Moore, M. Nobbe, C. Owens, M. Shrader, D. Vanderbur, W. Wiley, A. Wood, K. Roberts 1986-87 Officers: Gene Moorman—Treasurer, Keith Sam- ple—Reporter, Danny Sebastian—President, John Bennett—Vice-President, Tim Owens—Sentinel, Mike Badgley—Secretary, Tom Striecker—Sentinel 68 F.F.A. FUTURE HOME- MAKERS OF AMERICA The sponsors of Future Homemakers of America are Mrs. Empson and Ms. Stahl. The officers for this year are: President—Sherri Wright, Vice-President—Tonya Grindstaff, Secretary—Darla Greer, Treasurer—Steph- anie Oliver, Historian—Robin Bushhorn, Parliamentarian—Michelle Smith. Reporter—Bev Quicksell, Public Relations—Kathy Stuart, Project Chairman—Kelly Buchanan, Recreation Leader—Karen Tichenor, and the Chapter Mother is Mary Wright. They attended district meetings, took a field trip to Union Station, and ate at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. They also made Thanksgiving favors for the Greensburg Nursing Home. The speaker at one of the meetings was Tricia Voal of Indiana Manufactured Housing Association, and another was Candy Scaggs for Christmas crafts. All of the FHA members entertained their mothers and seniors at the tea and installation of the officers in May. In December they also decorated the Christmas tree in the Courtyard. AMERICA Row 1—P. Meredith, K. Stuart, T. Grindstaff, S. Wright, S. Oliver, K. Buchanan, A. Milbum Row 2—C. Brinker, C. Laws, S. Brancamp, K. Tichenor, M. Smith, L. Bailey, A. Atchley, G. Hockersmith Row 3—Mrs. Empson, J. Shonk, H. Wilkerson, L. Sample, M. Grimes, B. Quicksell, R. Bushhorn, T. Harrison, E. Kennedy, C. Durham, Ms. Stahl 1986-87 Officers: Sherri Wright—President Tonya Grindstaff—Vice-President Stephanie Oliver—Treasurer F.H.A. 69 SOUTH DECATUR KEY CLUB Key Gub has kept extremely busy over the past year. They were the sponsors of one of our dances, two convocations, and a Bike-a-Thon for Neurofibromatosis. They put together the annual Christmas baskets, gave support to the Kiwanis at the summer Barbecue, and donated funds to UNICEF, Riley Children s Hospital, and various other causes. They also collected money at various sporting events, held paper drives, served at the Senior Citizen Christmas Dinner, attended regular kiwanis meetings, and visited several nursing homes. South was well represented by nine people at the Indiana District Convention. Our club was ranked eighth in the state and was recognized as the third most Improved Key Club. Christie Campbell served as the Lieutenant Governor for Division 9. was awarded Outstanding Board Member, received the Sandy Nininger Medal and was elected as the District Secretary. Lora Reed, Wendy Taylor, Larry Callahan, Maretta McCul- lough. and Michelle Idlewine, also received awards. Mr. Renfro served as faculty advisor, and Jim Harrison was Kiwanis advisor. ROW 1—M. Idlewine, A. Hunter, C. Campbell, M. McCullough, W. Taylor, S. Bruce, L. Callahan, Mr. Renfro ROW 2—C. Thompson, B. Cann, M. Smith, M. Nobbc, T. Harrison, L. Reed, D. Hooton, A. Redmon, S. Miller, S. Gant ROW 3—T. Krzyzanowski, R. Riddell, D. Padgett, T. Hershauer, E. Allen, M. Dougherty, T. Herbert ROW 4—T. Hampton. D. Gatewood. A. Bell, M. Taylor, R. Moore, C. Billieu, S. Wiley 1986-87 Officers: Michelle Idlewine, Treasurer Maretta McCullough, Secretary Wendy Taylor, President Christie Campbell, Lt. Governor Scooter Bruce, Sgt. at Arms Larry Callahan, Vice-President 70 Key Club SOUTH DECATUR S.A.D.D. CHAPTER Though the South Decatur S.A.D.D. chapter is young, it is active. The chapter made its presence known especially April 27 through May 1, which was declared S.A.D.D. week, and yes, the disgusting posters of mangled bodies were supposed to be hung in the halls that week. Their purpose was to inform the students about drinking and driving awareness, but the effect was that the reality of driving drunk hit home. Officers this year were president, Maretta McCullough; vice president, Lora Reed; secretary, Dyveke Hooton; treasurer, Maria Larcomb, and sponsor, Mr. Renfro. CLUB MEMBERS (ROW 1 y. E. Henderson, L. Reed, M. McCullough. D. Hooton. M. Larcomb. Mr. Renfro ROW 2: B. Cann, C. Hooton, C. Klene, M. Herbert. T. Harrison, T. Herbert ROW 3: C. Wilkinson, T. Klene, M. Callahan, D. Weston, A. Bedel, A. Redmon OFFICERS: ROW 1—Maretta McCullough, Dyveke Hooton, Maria Larcomb ROW 2—Erin Henderson, Lora Reed S.A.D.D. 71 1986-87 STUDENT COUNCIL The sponsors of the Student Council are Mr. Roscoe and Mr. Hickey. The officers are: President—jeanine Schutte, Vice-President—Tracie Clarkson, Secretary—Susan Watts, Treasurer—Darryl Floyd, and Homecoming Chairperson—Paula Schwering. The acitivites they participated in were Homecoming, the Book Fair, the trip to Virginia, the Student Exchange with Jac-Cen-E)el, and a trip to Union Station. The Council also took charge of greeting incoming students, providing free lunch for those students, and providing tornado watchers. The Student Council was also responsible for all the entertaining convocations throughout the year and the Halloween project during the lunch hour. Row 1—D. Floyd, J. Schutte, T. Clarkson Row 2—Mr. Hickey, M. Collins,J. Sims, K. Taylor, B. Kroger, A. Oldham, C. Shuter, B. Dawson, S. Blaich, G. Kissel, S. Able, S. Ogle, T. Krzyzanowski,J. Templeton, Mr. Roscoe Row 3—D. Preston, C. Hooton, L. Hughes, N. Reed, S. Roscoe, D. Veerkamp, B. Henderson, P. Blanton, E. Parker, L. Callahan, D. Padgett 1986-87 Officers: Jeanine Schutte, President Darryl Floyd, Treasurer Tracie Clarkson, Vice-President 72 Student Council 1986-87 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The sponsor of the National Honor Society is Ms. Whitten. The officers are: President—Larry Callahan, Vice-President—Mark Johannigman, Secretary—Melissa Rutherford, and Treasurer—Paula Schwering. The activities they participated in were selling Booster Buttons, selling senior T-shirts, and sponsoring a dance. Twelve new members were initiated on April 22nd. They were senior Missy Kamman, and juniors Dale Preston, John Hockersmith, Scott Pumphrey, Dottie Johannigman, Marla Stephens, Jodi Wolterman, Greta Kissel, Angela Oldham, Jami Helms, Michelle Elliott, and Amber Hunter. In order to be a part of the prestigious organization, a student must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.25. A faculty committee then votes for each student based upon character, leadership, and service. Row 1—Ms. Whitten, Melissa Rutherford, Wendy Taylor, Trade Clarkson, Maretta McCullough Row 2—Steve Horan, Mark Johannigman. David Padgett, Fred Low, Larry Callahan, Darryl Floyd 1986-87 Officers: Melissa Rutherford, Secretary Mark Johannigman. Vice-President Larry Callahan, President Honor Society 73 SUNSHINE SOCIETY Mrs. McIntyre and Mrs. Reynolds really made the sun shine as they helped sponsor the 1986-87 Sunshine Society. The officers were Janet Templeton, president; Mandy Grimes, vice-president; Julie Miller, recording secretary; Ann Redmon, corresponding secretary; and Angela Bedel, treasurer. The Sunshine Society raised money for the Riley Children's Hospital, held a Formal Initiation for new members in November, and they visited three nursing homes in Greensburg. The girls also held the annual Ideal Ladies' Tea in April. For their efforts, they enjoyed a pizza party. ROW 1—Mrs. McIntyre, M. Grimes, A. Bedel, J. Miller, J. Templeton, Mrs. Reynolds ROW 2—B. Quicksell. H. Wilkerson. J. Wissel. A. Hollin, C. Goldey, T. Waters. S. Cundiff ROW 3—R. Bushhorn, C. Laws, K. Stuart, L. Ross, E. Boyd. K. Buchanan, D. Greer. P. Meredith 1986-87 Officers: Mandy Grimes, Vice-President Janet Templeton, President Angie Bedel, Treasurer Julie Miller, Corresponding Sec. 74 Sunshine Society FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES The 1987 theme for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes is Press ON . The theme originated from Philippians 3:14, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” This year’s officers were president, Michelle Idlewine; vice-president. Amber Hunter, secretary, Christie Campbell; and treasurer, Tricia Brindley. They also helped to sponsor a dance after one of our ballgames for a money maker. This year's sponsors were Ms. Bruns and Mr. Bohall. ROW 1—J. Bruce, W. Taylor, D. Tower, K. Phillips, T. Bragg, K. Honeycutt. A. Stiet, T. Harrison, C. Tevis, Mr. Bohall ROW 2—Ms. Bruns, C. Maze, C. Campbell, H. Clarkson, B. Seegers, K. Taylor, J. Bradshaw. L. Ewing, R. Burton, T. Collins, D. Moorman, E. Kennedy, J. Layton ROW 3—D. Padgett, A. Hunter. H. Kissel, T. Shuter, T. Brindley, L. Grote, M. Combs, B. Dawson, M. Idlewine, M. Elliott, S. Phelps, K. Caddell, E. Allen 1986-87 Officers: Christie Campbell Amber Hunter Kevin Honeycutt Tricia Brindley David Padgett Eric Allen Michelle Idlewine F.C.A. 75 BONJOUR! jBUENOS DIAS! FRENCH AND SPANISH: ROW I—E. Henderson, T. Harrison. J. Miller, L. Pyles ROW 2—J. Wissel, D. Moorman, S. Phelps, M. Nobbe, A. Bedel, L. Reed, B. Cann, B. Poole Mr. Tanner, Instructor 76 Foreign Language NEW DRAMA CLUB The sponsors of the Drama Club were Ms. Stinson and Mr. Workman. The club this year presented the play, On Golden Pond in March with excellent reviews. The cast members were Gabe Graue, Lora Reed, Dyveke Hooton, Craig Billieu, Rob Riddell, and Jason Overmyer. Tina Harrison was in charge of the props. Maretta McCullough was in charge of the lights and she also served as student director. The group also sponsored a St. Valentine’s Dance and took a trip to Indianapolis on May 29 to eat dinner and to see a Fine Arts Production. On Awards Day, Maretta McCullough received the Director's Award, and Gabe Graue received the coveted Tree County Award for his acting. DRAMA CLUB: ROW 1—A. Redmon, M. McCullough, L. Reed, D. Hooton. T. Harrison ROW 2—Mr. Workman,J. Overmyer, G. Graue, R. Riddell, B. Muckerheide, C Billieu. S. Redelman, Ms. Stinson ON GOLDEN POND CREW: Ms. Stinson, Tina Harrison, Maretta McCullough, Lora Reed, Dyveke Hooton, Jason Overmyer, Craig Billieu, Rob Riddell, Mr. Workman, Gabe Graue Drama Club 77 1987 PAW STREET JOURNAL” The 1986-87 Paw Street Journal staff under the expertise of Mrs. Tichcnor got off to a really great year. The staff took nine issues to press plus one special Valentine's edition. During Halloween the staff worked especially hard to decorate the school cafeteria for a costume dance which was fabulous! During the dance, the staff gave prizes to the best costumes that ranged from Snow White to Frankenstein. The journalism class took a trip to Ball State on April 24 to attend Journalism Day. They still got back early despite stopping three times in search of a restroom! Along with all these activities, the staff greatly helped to make layouts for the Cougarama”. The journalism class is a vital part of the English department, and there were other trips. Mrs. Tichenor and Mrs. Hudson took students to see two plays. The freshmen and sophomores attended Agatha Christie's “The Mousetrap , and the juniors and seniors viewed Arthur Miller's The Crucible ROW 1—Duane Ralston, Rachel Moore, Susan Miller, Chad Evans, Cindy Jackson, Melissa Nystrom, Tracey Creeger ROW 2—Matt Wright, Kenny Biddinger, Jeff Bruce. Lisa Grote, Greg Hickey, David Padgett 78 Newspaper Staff Senior High CLASS OF 87 ENDS LIFE AT SOUTH DECATUR The Senior Year started with excitement as we Seniors began trading our Senior pictures and buying scrapbooks, keys, gowns, and announcements. The Seniors were the first to use a hot Senior car in the homecoming parade, using the title Old Wom- an in a Shoe . During the class election of officers, Mark Johan- nigman, Steve Horan, Wendy Taylor, and Larry Callahan were chosen president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer respec- tively. Mrs. Reynolds was the Senior head sponsor, and Mr. Hileman, Mr. Porter, and Mr. Tanner helped the Senior Class get through all those difficult class meetings of high school. Many members of our class received honors during the year. Jason Spurling and Susan Watts represented the Senior Class as Prom King and Queen. Aimee AmRhein was selected as Homecoming Queen. The entire student body elected Jeanine Schutte as Stu- dent Council President. Darryl Floyd and Steve Horan were the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 1987. The other members of the prestigious Top Ten were Mark Johannigman, David Padgett, Fred Low, Maretta McCullough, Melissa Ruther- ford, Trade Clarkson, Larry Callahan, and Paula Schwering. Wendy Taylor received a special plaque during Commencement for perfect attendance during her entire school career. Our Senior Class certainly came a long way. From the first day of school in first grade to no recess in the 7th grade, we then learned how to open our lockers, ask dad for the car keys for that special Saturday night, and to pick on the 7th graders when we became Seniors. Finally on May 31st, 82 of us proudly walked down the aisle and held what took 12 loooong years to receive, The Diploma . For our Commencement we chose as our motto, “Great visions often begin with small dreams. , and we chose the traditional school colors of maroon and white as our class colors as well. We also chose the maroon and white carnation as the class flower. We also enjoyed writing our Senior wills and voting in the Senior Poll. Here are some of our Senior Favorites: The Flintstones (Cartoon), Corvette (car), pizza (food), Tom Cruise (actor), Cybill Shepard (actress), Alabama (band), Talk Dirty to Me (song), pink (color), Garfield (comic strip), Whitney Houston (singer), Cosby Show (series). Top Gun (movie), Greens- burg (place), and Big Red (drink). Our favorite teacher was Mr. Hileman. The Best All Around Seniors were Wendy Taylor and Fred Low, but Aimee AmRhein and Todd Hershauer were chosen Top Senior Boy and Girl . As we now leave our life at South Decatur, we can soon begin our own lives in our individual pursuits. 82 Seniors Aimee AmRhein Susan Becsley Jody Brown Lisa Beam Pat Blanton Jeff Bruce Edward Bebout Wayne Boling Doug Burton Seniors 83 Larry Callahan Yvonne Childers Jeff Compton Kecia Caster Trade Clarkson Bonnie Doles Kim Chase Daren Collins Keith Duerstock 84 Seniors Darryl Floyd Troy Grimes Bonnie Hauser Shari Franklin Tammy Grimsley Charles Herbert David Frensemeier Lisa Grote Todd Hershauer Seniors 85 Greg Hickey Rick Hoilin Joe Johannigman Jeff Hobbs Steve Horan Mark Johannigman Teresa Scheider-Hobbs Cindy Jackson Missy Kamman 86 Seniors Anthony Kiefer Jimmie Layton Jeanne Lowe Bret Kroger Bruce LeMasters Pat Lynch Larry Kroger Fred Low Maretta McCullough Seniors 87 Keith McNealy Susan Miller Melissa Nystrom Robert Meadows Rachel Moore Chris Owens Dwayne Miller Shelly Nugent Cissy Owens 88 Seniors David Padgett Duane Ralston DeEtta Roy Charon Petro Steve Redmon Gidget Russell Rachel Pyles Lisa Ross Melissa Rutherford Seniors 89 Connie Sample Marilee Shaw Kim Slone Jeanine Schutte Jason Shonk Kim Smith Paula Schwering Jeff Sims Jason Spurling 90 Seniors Kenny Staggs Burl Tichcnor Susan Watts Cricket Striecker Dina Tower Pat Weber Wendy Taylor Tara Waters Steve Wright Seniors 91 Was your lunch that bad?!?’ Now is that nice? 92 Scniors Well, you arc NOT the Pointer Sisters, but I guess Grad Night at Paris? you will do” Don't worry, your hair is O.K. Seniors 93 This year, the juniors were involved in many activities: magazine sales, hall decorations, the homecoming parade, and welcoming the Pirates basketball team to South. The class officers are: president, Mike Badgley; vice-president, John Hockersmith; secretary, Shannon Ogle; and treasur- er, Chris Blaich. The head sponsor for our class is Mr. Kissel. The other class sponsors are Miss Bruns, Mrs. Carson, and Mrs. McCormick. The theme for our hall was McDonalds. Our homecoming float had the theme Sing a Song of Six Pence. The representatives were Jenny Sims and Jim Tomson. The theme for this year’s prom was Friends and Lovers , with the colors being shocking pink and metallic gold. The theme for the after prom was Club '88 . J P u R N E I S O E R N S T F A N T A S T I C P R O M Sherri Ailes Kenny Biddinger Beth Brindley Angela Atchley Chris Blaich Brad Bryant Mike Badgley Suzanne Brancamp Robin Bushhorn Laura Bailey David Brewer Beth Cann 94 Juniors Ron Cathey Curt Combs Darin Cunningham Chad Evans Mandy Grimes Chris Collins Tracey Creeger Ron Dunn Angie Fox Todd Hampton Crystal Durham Vicky Franklin Chris Hardebeck Michelle Elliott Stacy Gant Danny Harris Laura England Darla Greer Jami Helms Juniors 95 Mike Herbert Elizabeth Kennedy Chris McCullough John Hockersmith Loretta Kirtman John Meyer Amber Hunter Greta Kissel Steve Moffett Michelle Idlewine Christy Laws Gene Moorman Dottie Johannigman Brad McCarter Kim Morton 96 Juniors Steve Murphy Angela Oldham Brian Poole Bev Quicksell Keith Sample Pat Newland Tim Ortman Dale Preston Becky Ralston Randy Schoettmer Shannon Ogle Rob Phelps Scott Pumphrey Kevin Roberts Sheila Schwering way above: More monkey business, Chris? above: A very dynamic duo?!?! Juniors 97 ft -H MJk % . Chris Shuter Cyndi Taylor Genia Wamsley Marla Stephens John Vancst Jodi Wolterman %, ' M i-ij jb r Jenny Sims Joe Taylor Angela Ward James Smith Trina Tice Tricia Ward Kim Steinker Jimmy Tomson Carla Wilkinson 98 Juniors Top right: Is it that good that you have to con- centrate on every bite? Middle right: Sorry, are we interrupting some- thing? Bottom right: Hey! That s our Cougar! Top left: Finally going to learn the alphabet?!? Middle left: If you’re trying to cheat, Todd, you're looking at the wrong person! Bottom left: Well, isn’t that special? left: I see John’s at his usual spot. Center: Who’s growing the third leg? Jumors 99 SOPHOMORES SHOW SPIRIT We thought the day would never come but finally we Sophomores could legally ask Mom and Dad for the keys! Along with driving, our Sophomore year has been filled with making many decisions toward a career and having lots of fun. Our float of ' Ole King Cougar placed second at Homecoming, and our Porter's Palace hallway took first place during Spirit Week. We also led the Spirit Points most of the year. Our officers this year were: President—Dwight Manlief, Vice- President—Cory Collins, Secretary—Craig Tower. Treasurer—Christie Campbell. Our Sponsors for the year were: Mr. Mc- Intyre, Head Sponsor, Mrs. McIntyre, Mrs. Tichenor, and Mr. Hime. Jeff Adams Nick Adams Eric Allen Raymond Anderson Scott Baker Jennifer Badgley Eddie Beckett Angie Bedel Andy Bell John Bennett Craig Billieu David Blanton Bryan Blumfelder John Bradley Tonya Bragg William Brewer Tricia Brindley Charlene Brinker Kelly Buchanan Bryan Burkman John Burton Kim Caddell Christie Campbell Hollie Clarkson Cory Collins Todd Con well Jody Coombs Lori Duncan Mike Dougherty Kevin Elliott V ' v v W ■■ A i f «TIS . • A ' H r Anita England Mellie Ferguson Robbie Foster Randy Franklin Julie Fulton John Gant Heather Garrity Darian Gatewood Valerie Gatewood Crystal Goldey Gabe Graue Kenneth Haley Brian Hastings Warren Hawkins Brian Henderson Erin Henderson Steve Herbert Jennifer Hobbs Gladys Hockersmith Mike Hoeing Amy Hoke Rebecca Holbrook Dyveke Hooten Jeff Idlewine Sophomores 101 Bobby Mclchcr Paula Meredith Angela Milburn Julie Miller Kenny Morrow Charles Morton Richard Moore Don Niese Mindy Nobbe Tim Nystrom Stacy Ogle Tim Owens Eric Parker Tammy Peetz Stephanie Phelps Kasey Phillips Shawn Platt Loretta Pyles David Ramsey Vikki Redelman Ann Redmon Lora Reed Rob Riddell Mike Roy Lisa Sample Tammy Schoettmer Stacey Schoettmer Dan Sebastian Tori Shuter Kelly Slone Michelle Smith Steve Spencer Tom Striecker Kathy Stuart Matt Taylor Janet Templeton 102 Sophomores Chris Thompson Karen Tichcnor Craig Tower Ruby Wells Stephanie Wiley Doug Wolf left: Okay Mike, what's on your mind?!?! below: Sophomores go back to the future below right: What do you do for an encore? Sophomores 103 FRESHMEN BUY RINGS This year it's been a fun and differ- ent year for us freshmen. We had more classes and a variety to choose from: Algebra 1, Pre Algebra, Foreign Lan- guage, Art, Physical Science, General Science, and much more. This year our class officers were: President, Jenise Bradshaw; Vice Presi- dent, Roxanna Burton; Secretary, Tina Collins; and Treasurer, Todd Hickey. Our sponsors were: Mrs. Gault (head sponsor), Mr. and Mrs. Hudson, and Mrs. Empson. This year we also got to do many more fun things. We won first place with our float at homecoming, and second in the halls for spirit week. We also got to order our class rings. The freshman team won the confer- ence in boys basketball and the fresh- man cheerleaders won third in the state cheerleading competition. So all in all it has been a very good year for us freshmen. Jerry Adams Alissa Brewer Jim Collins Allen Bates Teresa Brown Mark Collins Tammy Best Chad Buchanan Tina Collins Mary Black Roxanna Burton Misty Combs Dwayne Bode Thomas Bushhorn Jason Cotton Christy Bower Joe Campbell Brad Coy Ella Boyd Russell Cathey Daryl Crim Jenise Bradshaw Patty Cathey Donald Crossland 104 Freshmen Brian Garwood Jodi Gatewood Vanessa Gatewood Brian Gault Tonya Haley Shelly Hardebeck Tina Harrison Todd Hickey William Johannigman Marie Mozingo Brent Poole Martie Hobbs Shane Johnson Gabe Myers Brian Ralston James Hoffman Marvin Kiefer Mike Nobbe Michele Robbins Billy Harrison Pam Holbrook Holly Kissel Dawn Nugent Tammy Shireman Shannon Cundiff Ryan Gault Stephen Hearld Annesia Hollin Cindy Klene Kim Ortman Annie Dawson Jack Giddings Jimmy Helms Darlena Holt Jon Mitchell Charlie Owens Becky Dawson Mitch Goldey Melissa Herbert Kevin Honeycutt Donna Moorman Chad Petro Lori Ewing Darryl Grimsely Tammy Herbert Scott Houpey Karen Morton Sonja Ponslcr Freshmen 105 above: Hey Tammy, it looks like someone doesn’t want you to eat those chips! below: Arc you surprised to see us? right: and then he said . . . Ray Robbins Billy Seegers Charity Smith Kristi Taylor Michelle Roberts Buffy Seegers Doug Smith Leah Taylor Chad Rogers Kirk Shera Angela Sticr Chuck Tetrick Rex Rutherford Mike Shrader Eric Taylor Cathy Tevis 106 Freshmen Jenny Thompson Amy Tichenor Anne Tichenor Richie Tungate David Vanderbur Chris Watts Heather Wilkerson Joy Wissel Andy Wood Julie Tomson Wade Wiley David Wright right above: Vanessa is in suspended animation? below: No need to look so excited you guys!! SENIOR HIGH STUDENTS NOT PICTURED: Jim Baker Tina Barnes Brad Beam Steve Beam Angie Callahan Stephen Checkley Fenisha Coons Jim Faris Eric Feider Chris French John Franklin Tony Fulton Ron Ghislain Randall Kearney Genia Keller Brian Jones Donnie Jones Lisa Linger Christina Maze Maryann Melcher Lynn Miller Trever Moore Stephanie Oliver Kim Pittman Teresa Richards Ken Sharpe Debbie Siebert Juston Spurting Melody Taulman Freshmen 107 COUGARS TAKE 2ND ANNUAL TRIP TO VIRGINIA Scences From Virginia 108 Virgink Trip SOPHOMORES WIN SPIRIT CONTEST WITH 939 POINTS Junior High The fun and exciting times of Junior High have come to an end forever. As eighth graders we raised money for our exciting trip to Chicago. The Spell Bowl team was victorious over sev- en other schools including North Decatur, Benjamin, Rush and Connersville. The winner of the Junior-High Spelling Bee was Debbie Schwering. In hall decora- tions our Burger King en- try came in third. Through the good and the bad we owe it all to our sponsors and officers. Our four sponsors are: Mr. Cox (head sponsor), Mr. Seegers, Mr. Bohall and Mrs. Fry. Our officers are: pres. Debbie Schwering, vice-pres. Josh Parker, secretary Stephanie Wills, and treasurer, Eric Ber- kemeier. Watch out high school, here comes the class of '91'. WATCH OUT HIGH SCHOOL—HERE COMES THE 8TH GRADE Brian Bower Tim Brown Todd Abel Greg AmRhein Danny Armstrong April Asher Greg Baker Mark Baldwin Brian Barrett Eric Berkemeier Matt Bedel Chris Biddinger Shawn Blaich Jeff Blumfelder Jenny Brancamp Christine Brinker Kevin Brewer Cheryl Buchanan Tammy Callahan Chad Carder 112 Eighth Grade Billy Cathey Angela Compton Liz Cunningham Erin Dawson Rick Dugle Cathy Dykes Pat Elliott Melissa Fields Shawn Fisher Sherri Fowler Dee Dee Frensemeier Steve Frost Randall Galbraith Michelle Gindling Joe Greer Mark Haley Priscilla Hammond Jeff Harris Michelle Heath Scott Helms Heather Helton Sherida Howard Jo Ann Houpey Jason Hoke Jason Holstein Tim Hobbs Tammy Huey Lori Hughes Amy Johns Rod King Lisa Kirtman Chris Lane Maria Larcomb April Lawrence Melissa Lazenby Christy Lynch Rod Martin Billy Maze Cary McAnelly April Menefee Cathy Miller Kevin Miller Tommy Morton Brian Muckerheide Amy Mullins Jennifer Nading Kevin Nobbe Darlene Nugent Jon Nystrom Bill Ostendorf Jason Overmeyer Josh Parker Dorothy Paton Jeff Pumphrey Eighth Grade 113 r I rs -' - • . L VzZ Susan Roscoe Shawn Sample David Scaggs Debbie Sammi Shrader Christina Smith Joey Stuart Chad Taylor David Schwcring Nathan Watts Stephanie Wills Veerkamp Travis Ward Matt Rhoades Brad Stephens Julie Wright Scott Redelman Suzanne Spencer Chris Winchester Marvin Wright When’s the marriage, Rick and Lori? above: Why don’t you guys just relax?!? below: What’s wrong, are you ashamed of him? 114 Eighth Grade 7TH GRADE BEGINS LIFE AT S.D. We, the class of 1992, began life at South Decatur after being on top of the totem pole at the Elementary. We found that there are many adjustments to make and better behaviors to learn as 7th graders. Our class accomplished many feats, including our participation at Homecoming and Spirit Week. We built a Three Blind Eagles float for our fairy tale with representativies Julie LeMasters and Matt Grimes. We chose Hardees for our fast food with great results. Our proudest moment came after receiving a 2nd place with 600 points in the Spirit Point Contest, which was due to our fantastic cheers at pep sesssions. Our sponsors were Mr. Honeycutt (Head), Mr. Denny, Ms. Stinson, and Mr. Whitaker. Our class officers were Angie Kroger (Pres.), Jeff Kelsheimer (V. Pres.), Missy Thompson (Sec.), and Missy Kroger (Treas.). Class of 1992 above: Lynda Atkins below: Can't you see that I’m busy?!? Steve Able Nicole Asher Jim Bradley Mindy Brown Carissa Adams Emily Bailey Stephen Bragg Regina Bryant Kimberly Ailes Tammy Bedel Leonard Brancamp Tony Burton Jason Allen Josh Billieu Dawn Briggs Michelle Burton Joey Andrew Susan Bennett Billy Brinker Melissa Callahan Seventh Grade 115 Marc Gark Jacob Conon Tiffany Dailey Charles DeWeese Price Derringer Amy Elliott Billy Erwin Angie Fogle Athena Frost Heather Gatewood Andy Graham Mitchell Greer Matt Grimes Dale Harrison Richard Hayden Audra Henderson Shannon Hobbs Lis Hoeing Missy Holcomb Charity Hooton Matthew Houpey Billy Jordan Nancy Kelly Jeff Kelsheimer Kevin Kennedy Teresa Klene Tonya Kroger Missy Kroger Angie Kroger Jonathan Larcomb Tony Layton Mindy Lazenby Julie LeMasters William Lucas Gretchen Lunsford Renee Maggard Tony Manlief Kim Martin Mike Michael Aaron Morrow Kenneth Motz Barbara Nobbe right: Is Health class really that amusing? below: Another 7th grader enters the Twilight Zone. Scott Nobbe Michelle Nugent Shad Ogle Melinda Ortman Benji Ortman Mitzi Owens Danny Padgett Andy Paton Lisa Penn Corey Petro Felicity Ponsler Susan Pyles Samantha Redford Nina Reed Angie Rudd John Ramsey Brad Sample Andy Schwering Robert Smith Daniel Smith Hope Spicer William Stevenson Angie Tetrick Missy Thompson April Tichenor Nikki Traylor Heather Troutman Neal Varncs Sherrie Veerkamp Lindsay Wagner Ricky Wagner Seth Ward Diana Weston Betsie Wilkinson Joe Winchester far left: Stumped again, boys? near right: What mean clari- nets!! JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS NOT PICTURED: Shannon Beam Robert Best Randy Elliott Denny Grass John Grider Angie Houpey Chris Mullins Rhonda Null Kevin Ruble Lori Sharpe Earnest Tice Vanessa White Wendy Wilkinson Seventh Gradc 117 Sports 1986 TEAM: Ryan Whitkemper, Price Derringer. Dan Padgett, Chris Lane, Nate Watts, Scott Helms, Benji Ortman, Joe Whitkemper, Shawn Blaich, Chad Taylor, Marc Clark,Josh Parker, Shad Ogle, Dan Armstrong, Ken Motz, Rich Hayden, Chris Winchester, Brian Muckerheide, Kevin Nobbe, Rod Martin, Seth Ward, Neal Varnes, Brad Stephens, Joe Andrew, Steve Abie. Greg Baker, Matt Rhoades, Jeff Blumfelder, Joe Winchester, Randy Galbraith, Jeff Pumphrey, Bill Jordan, Josh Billieu, Travis Ward, Brian Barrett, David Veerkamp, Jon Larcomb JR HIGH FOOTBALL COACHES: Dave Hileman Dan Gault STATISTICIAN: Chris Biddinger AWARDS: Jeff Pumphrey, Out- standing Defense Josh Parker, Out- standing Offense RECORD SD- 8 South Ripley-12 SD-16 North Decatur-0 SD- 6 Edinburgh-12 SD-34 South Ripley-14 SD-12 Greensburg-14 SD-35 Rush County-8 SD-52 Brown County-18 Football 118 Jr. High Football Sports ROW 1—Barb Nobbe, Angie Tetrick, April Asher, Susan Roscoe, Melissa Fields, Melissa Lazcnby, Darlene Nugent ROW 2—Jennifer Nading, Priscilla Hammond, Debbie Schwering, Lori Hughes, April Menefee, Heather Helton, Sherida Howard, Dawn Briggs, Felicity Ponsler Volleyball JR HIGH VOLLEYBALL COACH: Karen Hudson AWARDS: April Menefee, Atti- tude (8th) Angie Tetrick, Atti- tude (7th) Jr. High Volleyball 119 Sports (Above) 8TH GRADE BASKETBALL TEAM (below) 7TH GRADE BASKETBALL TEAM BOYS BASKETBALL RECORDS: 16 1 (8th) 8-8 (7th) COACH: Will Mulroney MANAGERS:Tom Morton. Scott Helms, Sam Larcomb, Kirt Mul- roney, Chris Stephens AWARDS: Rich Hayden. Rebounds (7th) Chris Lane, Free Throw % (8th) HIGHLIGHTS: 8th Grade Mid-Hoosier Conference Champs Basketball 120 Jr. High Boys Basketball Sports RECORDS: 2-12 (8th) 4-7 (7th) COACH Bill Seegcrs MANAGER: Melissa Fields AWARDS: Barb Nobbe, 7th Grade Leader Lori Hughes, 8th Grade Leader HIGHLIGHTS: Defeating N.D. (7 8) 7th winning 4 of their last 6 games; 8th going to Final game of the tourney Basketball Jr. High Girls Basketbail 121 Sports JR HIGH TRACK RECORDS: 5-2 (Boys); 2-5 (Girls) COACHES: Scott Mime, Phyllis Hamilton, Kathy Dawson (Asst.) MANAGER: Melissa Fields AWARDS: Most Points—Danny Arm- strong. Carissa Adams. Shawn Blaich Most Pts. Conf.—Lisa Kirt- man Leadership—Maria Larcomb HIGHLIGHTS: Boys—Conference Champs Girls—6th Place: Lisa Kirtman—400—3rd Cheryl Buchanan—1600— 5th; 1600 Relay Team— 3rd—C. Buchanan, M. Lar- comb, D. Schwering, L. Kirtman 122 Jr. High Track Track Sports COUGAR CHEERLEADERS SPONSOR: Mary McCormick SQUADS: 8th—Stephanie Wills (Captain), Amy Mullins, Lisa Kirtman, Mi- chelle Gindling 7th—Nina Reed (Captain), Mindy Brown, Angie Kroger, Heather Gatewood ACTIVITIES: Cheer and support every Jr. High Football and Basket- ball game; Decorated the halls and lock- ers; Worked the Optimist Booth at the Decatur Co. Fair; Competition at Southport H.S. in Nov. Cheerleading Camp at DePauw U. in June Received certificates at Fall Banquet Cheerleaders Jr. High Cheerleaders 123 JR. HIGH BAND The Junior High Band is sponsored by Mr. Renfro. The officers are: President— Rod Martin, Vice-President—Chris Lane, Secretary—Randy Galbraith, 7th grade re- presentatives—Jeff Kelsheimer and Char- ity Hooton, and 8th grade representa- tives—Susan Roscoe and Heather Helton. They held fund raisers, a winter concert, a spring concert, and a skating party. Some of the band members participated in solo and ensemble contests as well. The Junior High Band serves as a training unit for the High School Maroon Guard. Band Officers: Row 1—Charity Hooton, Jeff Kelsheimer, Chris Lane Row 2—Randy Galbraith, Rod Martin, Heather Helton, Susan Roscoe 124 Jr. High Band JR. HIGH CHOIR The Jr. High Choir participated in the Fall concert, Christmas concert, and the Spring concert on May 19th. The program began again after being absent for two years. Shirley Vanest was the accompanist for the Fall and Christmas programs, and Gabe Graue provided accompaniment along with Maria Lar- comb and Susan Miller on the synthesizer in the Spring. The Jr. High Singers” consisted of a small ensemble group of 7th and 8th graders. They were chosen by Mr. Workman as being musically talent- ed. Soloists were Sammy Shrader, Maria Larcomb, Aaron Morrow, and Marvin Wright. This group re- hearsed after school and they performed choreo- graphed dances. Mr. Workman performed the excel- lent task of conducting the Jr. High groups. Jr. High Choir 125 NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY The National Junior Honor Society is sponsored by Ms. Whitten. The officers are: President—Mark Collins, Vice-President— Chad Buchanan, Secretary—Kristi Taylor, and Treasurer—Lori Ewing. They participat- ed in Christmas Caroling to the Nursing Home. They also sold messages, flowers, and singing telegrams for St. Valentines Day. Some of the members went to Virginia on the school trip. On May 15th, fifteen new mem- bers were inducted into the South Decatur Chapter during the junior high awards pro- gram. 1986 87 Members: Randy Galbraith, Jeff Pumphrey, Shawn Blaich, Chad Buchanan, Kevin Nobbe, Brian Muckerheide, Jason Hoke, Eric Berkemeier, Chad Rogers, Chuck Tetrick, Becky Dawson, Misty Combs, Roxanna Burton, Jenise Bradshaw, Heather Helton, Lori Hughes, Debbie Schwering, Mary Black, Cindy Klene, Wade Wiley, Billy Seegers, Tammy Shireman, Chad Petro, Todd Hickey, Annesia Hollin, Sherri Fowler. Maria Larcomb, Joy Wis- sel. Kristi Taylor, Lori Ewing, Tina Collins, Christy Bow- er, Vanessa Gatewood, Susan Roscoe, Melissa Fields. Tina Harrison, Angie Stier, Mark Collins, Tom Bush- horn, Scott Houpey, Joan Whitten—Sponsor New Members: April Menefee, David Scaggs, Tammy Bedel, Susan Ben- nett, Charity Hooton, Jonathan Larcomb, Tony Layton, Barbara Nobbe, Shelly Nugent, Benji Ortman, Mitzi Owens, Nina Reed, Angela Rudd, Angela Tetrick, Ryan Whitkemper 126 lr. Hiph Honor Societv JR. HIGH FFA The sponsors for the Jr. High FFA are Mr. Kissel and Mr. Hudson. The presi- dent is Chad Carter, the vice-president is Benji Ortman, the secretary is Kevin Mill- er and the treasurer is David Veerkamp. The projects of the year were working on the outdoor classroom, many recreational activities at thejunior Pork Day at Purdue University, a Pacer s game, and a tractor pull. The group also sold pizza kits in order to raise the necessary funds. Many members received awards at the annual Awards Dinner for judging, and Ryan Witkemper and Brad Stephens received individual recognitions. 1986-87 Officers: Benji Ortman—Vice-President, Kevin Miller—Sec- retary, Chad Carter—President, David Veerkamp— Treasurer 1986-87 Members: Steve Able, Jason Allen, Greg AmRhein, Lynda Atkins, Robert Best, Jeff Blum- feldcr,Jim Bradley. Bud Brancamp, Billy Brinker, Christine Brinker, Regina Bryant, Chad Carter, Billy Cathey, Marc Clark, Jake Cotton, Tiffany Dailey, Chris Deweese. Rick Dugle, Pat Elliott, Cindy England, Shawn Fisher, Angie Fogle, Mitch Greer, Matt Grimes, Billy Jordan, Nancy Kelly, Jeff Kelsheimer, Rod King. Angie Kroger, Tonya Kroger, April Lawrence, Tony Manlief, Terry McNally, Kevin Miller, Aaron Morrow, Brian Muckerheide, Scott Nobbe, Darlene Nugent, Shad Ogle, Benji Ortman, Melinda Ortman, Andy Paton, Cory Petro, Scott Redelman, Samantha Redford, Nina Reed. Bob Smith. Brad Stephens, David Veerkamp. Israel Vinson, Diana Weston, Marvin Wright, Reuben Kissel, Don Hudson—Sponsors jr High F.F.A. 127 MR. ROSCOE MAKES HIS 7TH TRIP TO CHICAGO WITH THE 8TH GRADE JR. HIGH AWARDS DAY AND HONOR SOCIETY CEREMONY—MAY 15 Perfect Attendance: P. Hammond, M. Larcomb, K. Kennedy, T. Manlief, M. Houpey, D. Scaggs,J. Nystrom; row 2: J. Pumphrey, S. Nobbe, A. Schwering, R. Witkemper, T. Burton, J. Larcomb; row 3: K. Nobbe, S. Veerkamp, T. Klene, C. Adams. A. Henderson, D. Nugent Award Winners: H. Helton, M. Fields. M. Larcomb, J. Larcomb, R. Witkemper, A. Schwering. S. Redelman; row 2: S. Fowler. S. Roscoe, A. Menefee, L. Hughes, A. Tetrick, N. Reed, C Hooten, T. Bedel. B. Nobbe; row 3: R. Galbraith, K. Nobbe, E. Bcrkemeier, C. Biddinger, J. Hoke, D. Scaggs. B. Barrett. B. Muckerheide Jr. High Awards 129 Faculty THE COUGAR STAFF There would be no life at South Decatur without the dedication of many individ- uals who work diligently every day in order to help the students attain an education. The Cougar Staff' begins with the central office, the corporation administrators, and the school board. Next comes the personnel in the actual school building, beginning with everyone's favorite place, “the office . This consists of the administrators, the guidance people, hard working secretaries, and the school nurse. The faculty and assistants work many long hours to provide the best instruction and interaction with the student body. The cafeteria, bus, and custodial staffs also provide invaluable services to the school. There are also many students who aid these adults so that South Decatur can function effectively. DECATUR COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Kathy Bennett, President Gary Jackson, Vice-President Steven Hadler. Secretary- William Elliott Calvin Hitchel Sue Ellen Patterson Connie Wiley CENTRAL OFFICE STAFF: Dr. Edward Kasamis, Superintendent; Larry Polk, Asst. Superintendent; Mary Lou Nesbit. Secretary; Gail McHenry, Treasurer; Sherelle Dixon. Asst. Treasurer 132 Administration John Duncan, Principal Lennie Lawrence, Asst. Principal, Athletic Director Larry Gardner, Guidance Counselor Joan Whitten, Guidance Counselor Elvera Muckerheide, Treasurer Jayne Gault, Office Secretary Rosie Johnson, Nurse Mary Ewing, Guidance Secretary Administration 133 Will Bohali, English Holly Bruns, P.E., Health Matthew Amstutz, Science . J i in Rosie Carson, Science V jl Dennis Cox, Math, Computers Tom Deniston, Business Norman Denny, Math, Science lM Faculty Nancy Elliott, English Betty Empson, Home Economics Paul Hickey, Social Studies Jo Ann Fry, Math Karen Gault. English Andrew Honeycutt, Industrial Arts Scott Hime, Social Studies David Hileman, Social Studies Don Hudson, Agriculture Karen Hudson, English Reuben Kissel. Ag., Occupations Faculty 135 Norman Layton, Math Mary McCormick, Art Campbell McIntyre, Science Dave Porter, Driver's Ed. Diane Reynolds, Librarian Tim Roscoe, Social Studies Robert Renfro, Band 136 Faculty Juanita Stahl, Home Economics Amy Stinson, Business. Math I I Pam Sweasy, L.R.C. George Tanner. French. Spanish Cathy Tichenor, English Kenneth Wendling, P.E.. Health Ed Whitaker, Industrial Arts Steve Workman, Choir Faculty 137 Judy Seegers, English Assistant Jennifer Blanton, Math Assistant Carolyn Ruger, L.R.C. Substitute TU get the V.C.R. before another teacher does. What's wrong, you've never seen a Phyllis Hamilton, English Substitute 138 Faculty Is science THAT fun? Is it a bad day with the 7th graders? What are you trying to do. scare the whole school? THE COUGAR KITCHEN PREPARES ABOUT 180 DELICIOUS MEALS A YEAR COOKS: Mrs. Michaels. Mrs. Burgess. Mrs. Hampton, Mrs. Hayden, Mrs. M. McCul- lough. Mrs. E. McCullough HELPERS: Elizabeth Kennedy. Bryan Blumfelder, Trever Moore. Ed BeBout, Shei- la Schwering Cafeteria 139 STUDENT WORKERS AID STAFF OFFICES LIBRARY WORKERS: Chris Thompson. Darryl Floyd, Burl Tichenor. Wendy Taylor, Beth Brindley, Mrs. Reynolds, Susan Watts; Row 2: Steve Horan, Bill Johannigman, Keith McNealy, Joe Johannigman, Rick Hollin, David Padgett, Cricket Striecker, Michelle Idlewine, Bonnie Doles 140 Library GENERAL OFFICE WORKERS: Jodi Wolterman, Marla Stephens, Tricia Brindley, Donna Moorman, Connie Sample, Shelly Nugent, Dina Tower, Michelle Kuntz; Brent Poole, Mike Herbert, Pat Blanton, Bret Kroger GUIDANCE OFFICE WORKERS: Mike Badgley, Todd Hampton, Dottie Johan- nigman, Chris Collins, Jenny Sims, Tricia Krzyzanowski, Missy Kamman IN THE LIBRARY AND THE Office Workcrs 141 1987 COUGA- RAMA” STAFF Well, as I sic here finishing this typing, I finally breathe a sigh of relief! It has been a long and arduous road, albeit a challenging and rewarding one to produce this year's Cougarama . Many hours have gone into this publication in order that everyone might have some lasting memories. Of course no book of this size can ever be done alone. I first wish to express my gratitude to my staff for all the hard work that they accomplished dur- ing the school year without an editor. As they know, there were many hours of drawing layouts, writing copy, taking pictures, typing, selling ads, and running errands. I also wish to thank Mr. Duncan and MOST of the faculty for all their cooperation during the year. For all the fantastic yearbook photos, I sincerely thank Phil Allen and Cameo Color as well as Mr. Whitaker, Mr. Renfro, Mr. Hickey, Chad Buchanan, Lisa Kirtman, and Jason Overmyer for a job well done. A special thank you goes to Mrs. Tichenor and her newspaper staff for ail their work on some super layouts. I also wish to express my deepest gratitude to Kip Stewart of Herff Jones and to my sister. Natalie Tanner, for all their long hours of work this summer when the staff was not able to help. Now, as I leave the Cougarama'' in Mrs. Tichenor’s capable hands, I wish to say a sincere thank you to you for allowing me to serve as your sponsor for four Cougaramas . I hope you enjoy our creative efforts! ) Row 1—Erin Henderson, Stacey Schoettmer, Mindy Nobbe, Julie Miller, Tricia Krzyzanowski, Lora Reed Row 2—Beth Cann, Mr. Tanner (Sponsor), Gabe Graue, Stephanie Phelps, Michelle Smith, Scott Pumphrey, Tina Harrison, Christie Campbell Do you want to run an errand, Mindy?' Senior staff member, Rachel Moore Lovely girls looking at lovely pictures” ■4-1 _I___1. c.„cc fed Decatur County Memorial Hospital The care you want. Close by. A i35 s- IB Biff 84® j 720 North Lincoln Greensburg, IN 47240 663-4331 Disappear this weekend. It’s a jungle out there. But you can get around in it without being seen. That’s just one of the many things you learn when you join the United States Marine Reserve. Interested in doing something different one weekend a month? 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