Spencer High School - Rocket Yearbook (Spencer, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1977 volume:

All to Myself All to myself I think of you, Think of the things we used to do, Think of the things we used to say, Think of each happy bygone day, Sometimes I sigh, and sometimes I smile, But I keep each olden, golden while All to myself. Wilbur D. Nesbit ROCKET 1977 Published by the Rocket Staff of Spencer High School Spencer, Wisconsin 54479 Volume XXII Through the Looking Glass Remember the first day of school? Each one came, each anticipating something different than the other. Some dread- ed the long days at school and the work that came with it. Others looked forward to it; as something to do after a some- what long, boring summer. It is impossible to recapture all that happens in one school year. But we hope through our efforts you’ll remember things that were, no matter how small, important. Even the mo- ments that were boring had something unique ... and some- thing worthwhile to remember. We hope this book brings back to you some of the better memories. 4 Table of Contents Student Life ..............6 Seniors ..................15 Underclassmen ............27 Organizations.............41 Sports ...................65 Junior High...............94 Advertising..............105 The Way It Was 6 7 The Enforcers 1. Joseph Colletti—High School Principal. 2. James DiUlio, District Administration. 3. Robert Hinrichsen, Elementary Principal. 4. Berniece Gauger, Librarian. 5. School Board: G. Keith Schroerlucke, Director; Elroy Hu- ber, Clerk; Ralph Mutzner, Director; Betty Nall, Treasurer; Joanne Melander, President. 6. Librarians: Ruby Neumann, Virgean Zahn. 8 1. Sandy Mondloch, High School Secretary. 2. Sitting: Mrs. Elle Sundell. Standing: Mrs. Bette Shupe, Mrs. Marlene Schafer, Mrs. Harriet Huber, Elementary Clerical Aides. 3. Jean Zogg, Guidance Counselor. 4. Jean Strebe, High School Clerical Aide. 5. Pat Stephens, High School Secretary. Strive for Perfection. 1. Kenneth Bukowski-Art 2. Bruce Stewart—Boys’ Physical Education 3. Linda Fenske—Girls' Physical Education 4. Janies Weber Instrumental Music 5. Cherylynne Bock-Vocal Music 2 1. Esther Rannow—English 2. Robert Pilz—English 3. Daniel Schwantes-Mathematics 4. Denny Christenson-Mathematics 5. Sharon Smith-English, Western Civilization 5 ii Live to Learn 1. James Sautner—Science 2. Judith Rose-Home Economics 3. Geraldine Smith—Social Studies 4. Florence Knauf Social Studies 5. Charles Kretz-Science 1 2 12 1. Thomas Sedarski-Industrial Arts 2. Janice Daniels-Business Education 3. Robert Bassett-Business Education 4. Vernon Fait—Industrial Arts, Driver Education 5. John Zenner-Industrial Arts 6. Daniel Meyer—Agriculture 6 13 1. Custodians-Sitting: Darryl Met- calfe, Kelly Mondlock, Dale Reck- ner. Standing: Bill Kiviko, Clifford Johnson, John Stephens, Mike Foth, Walter Matter. 2. Spic and Span with a smile. 3. Cooks—sitting: Claire Hebert, Irene Verch, Norma Oelrich. Standing: Clara Guna, Viola Ellison, Lanna Capet, Beatrice Obernberger. 4. Working hard or hardly working?? Work Unlimited All students and faculty of Spencer School are largely de- pendent upon our cooks and custodians, although many do not realize it. With the new additions to the school, the cus- todians and their helpers are kept busier than ever keeping hallways and classrooms clean. They do a gallant job of clean- ing up after students and keeping equipment in working or- der. The cooks also have new facilities with which to work. They now have a large kitchen with two lunchrooms and two lunch lines to get the hungry students fed and back to class on time. The result of their job is outstanding. M Seniors Say, “Smile . . It’s Over.” LEFT TO RIGHT-TOP: Cheryl Aum- ann, Tim Bender, Pam Beyreis, Gary Bruesewitz. MIDDLE: Karen Butler, Brian Caldwell. BOTTOM: Mark Cook Wendy Day. MISSING: Matt Berrier 1. We only went for a Sunday drive! 2. 1 won’t tell if you don’t. 16 2 LEFT TO RIGHT-TOP: Julie Diers. Peter Dunbar, Judy Essle- man, Gary Fait. MIDDLE: Michael Foth, David Gallion. BOT- TOM: Greg Graves, Frances Hammond. 1. Now I tell you, it’s like this... 2. Good times in the Senior lounge. 17 Seniors Anticipate New Life l. Coke adds life. Top Left: Bruce Harrell. Paula Harrell. Mary Hebert. Jeff 2 What do you haw for this answer 1 Hoff. Stew Huber. Darla Jidnsky. Missing-Mark Hoefs is Top Left: Clifford Johnson, Jill Johnson, Kathy Johnson, Julie Kasper. Kevin Kennow, Harold Kenyon. 1. Matt takes off from track for some last minute typing. 2. Senior Officers: President Doug Schulz, Secretary Steph- anie Sautner, Vice-President-Julie Diers, Treasurer-Mary Wissell, Class Advisors-Jim Sautner; missing. Bob Pilz. 19 20 Let the Good Times Roll TOP: Phil Kerksieck, James Kilty, Craig Klein, Cindy Ko- walk. MIDDLE: Jodi Krasselt, Willis Lattimer. BOTTOM: Marlene Luepke, Karla Neeb. 1. That’s Greg! 2. Sightseeing front a VW. 2 21 On to the Future TOP: Dale Reckner. MIDDLE: Gary Rindflesh. BOTTOM: Stephanie Sautner, Russell Schulz, Dennis Schulz Doug Schulz. MISSING—Greg Rogers 22 1. Steve cleaning up his locker on the last day. 2. Does it go good with my shirt? 2 Rowl: Brenda Murphy Seehafer. Row 2: Donna Schumacher, Theresa Shinkle Jenson, Terry Sternitzky, Den- nis Strey. Row 3: Randy Stroetz. Row 4: Mary Wissell, MISSING: Jeff Zahn 1. There’s a smart one in every crowd. 2. Dale figuring out what to take home. 2 23 Do Not Follow Where the Path Leads. COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM-1977 CLASS COLORS: Blue White CLASS FLOWER: Blue White Carnation PROCESS10NAL-“Pomp and Circumstance”...................................................Edgar Elgar INVOCATION.........................................................................Rev. David Ault STUDENT ADDRESS...............................................................................Fran Hammond Earl Pickett Matt Berrier ADDRESS.....................................................................................George Nikolay Supt. Cambridge Schools CLASS SONG............................................................................Crystal Ball PRESENTATION OF AWARDS.......................................................Prin. Joseph Collette PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMAS.....................................................Supt. James W. DiUlio BENEDICTION........................................................................Rev. David Ault RECESSIONAL—“Fanfare and Recessional”........................................................James Ployhar LAND O’LAKES Michael Foth LION’S OUTSTANDING ATHLETES Tim Bender Kathy Johnson LION’S OUTSTANDING STUDENT Jill Johnson E.J. THUSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Julie Diers Jill Johnson HONOR STUDENTS Jill Johnson Cheryl Aumann Julie Diers Earl Pickett Michael Foth Tim Bender 24 Rather Go Where There Is No Path And Leave a Trail 25 The Last Laugh This year’s Senior Banquet was held at the Village Plaza. It was probably the last chance for the whole senior class to get together and share “the good times”. The program consisted of eating an excellent meal, speeches, giving out of awards, and a last good-bye. With good food, surroundings and friends, the Senior Banquet is one that will never be forgotten. 7W 26 Underclassmen 28 Glen Aumann Dirk Bauer Kurt Bauer Karyn Boe John Burke Sharon Butler Mike Byners Randy Cournoyer Carol Cook Cathy Cressman Rick Freeman Jeff Graves Ronald Griepentrog Dennis Hinrichsen Tom Huber Michelle Huotari Neil Jacobitz Jeff Jakel Jackie Johnson Janet Jonet 29 1. Junior Class Officers and Advisors: STANDING, Advisor-Bob Bassett; President-John Burke, Treasurer-Jeff Graves; Advisors—Sharon Smith, Vernon Fait. KNEELING, Vice-Presi- dent—Gayle Kommer, Secretary—Irene Zuege. 30 2. Virginia Lobner Emily Meacham Arlyn Meinders Ted Mutzner Charlotte Nelson Tom Nelson Keith Nemec Craig Neumann Rose Pescinski Jody Pokallus James Prechel Paul Prokosch Debra Reckner Pam Reckner The juniors showing their talent at the Spring Olympics. 2 In the Fall, Once Again We’ll Travel Back to SHS 1. Sleeping on the job. John Ruhbusch Bradley Sandley Sharon Sawyer Tammy Schafer Brenda Schweke Susan Seefeld Carrie Strebe Mark Todd Wayne Vaughan Charlotte Wentzel John Wingert Brian Witkus Scott Zinsli Irene Zuege 31 Lynn Bonitz Russell Bruesewit Jon Burnett Betty Burke Missing-David Buse Dorothy Cherney Vance Cook Dawn Cournoyer Kathy Degnitz Janis Diers Cheryl Endreas Karen Fields Mary Fischer Judy Forst Amy Gardner Bob Gauger Connie Griepentrog Deb Griepentrog Brian Hammond 32 Sophomores Provide Hopes for Future Success 1. Nathan trying to study hard. 2. Bonnie and Deb late for class. Mark Harrell Nathan Hastings Eugene Heisler Ronald Hendrickson Sharol Hinkelman Cheryl Hoops Dawn Hopfensperger Diane Hutter Debbie Jakel Amy Jackson Rhonda Jicinsky Karen Kobs Janet Krause Jerry Krause Marcia Kuehnast Lori Landwehr Marvin Lattimer Cindy Lawrence 33 Lori Luepke Jenny Matter Sue Matter Deb Mellenthin Darryl Metcalfe Sally Mondloch Bob Murphy Fred Mutzner Kathy Neeb Robert Nelson Nancy Oelrich La Cinda Peckham Kay Pribbernow Cyndi Prokopinski Steve Russell David Sampson Missing: Steve Pilz 79er’s Show Energy 1. Just wait, I have to blow my nose. 2. I have to push my glasses up so 1 can see. 34 1. Sophomore Class Officers and Ad- visors: Mr. Christensen, Advisor; LeRoy Smazal, President; Deb Griepen- trog, Treasurer; Theresa Strey, Secre- tary; Mrs. Rose, Advisor. Lorrie Schafer Linda Scheibe Sandy Schultz Angela Schulz Wayne Schulz Mike Seitz Greg Seefeld Doug Shinkle Mark Shupe LeRoy Smazal Karla Steffenhagen John Stephens Diane Sternitzky Theresa Strey Dean Toltzman Missing-Jacquelynn Waldhart Bonnie Weber Tom Weister Pat Wingert 35 Robin Baumgartner Gerard Beidel Scott Berrier Carol Beyer Keith Beyreis Keith Buse Kevin Buse Donald Butler Linda Bymers Kevin Carlson Lynn Cook Sue Diers 1. It’s a simple misunderstanding!? 2. What did she say behind his back? We’ve Only Just Begun. 36 Cheri Dietsche Linda DiUlio Rick Dumler Gerald Endries Doug Fischer Brian Fosberg David Freeman Steve Greenwald DuWayne Griepentrog Judy Hendrickson Mary Keyes Pam Kilty Paul Kilty Brad Kortbein 1. Kevin waiting in the office for as- sistance. 2. Freshmen Officers: Class Adviser- Daniel Schwantes; Vice-President— Keith Buse, President-Kay Sampson, Secretary—Mary Wingert, Treasurer- Sandy Nelson. Missing Advisor—John Zenner. 2 37 Not the End Barbara Kobs Tim Lang Pam Lobner Kevin Martin Karen McKenzie John Meacham Laurie Mondloch Steve Murphy Pam Nall Sandy Nelson Paula Neumann Cindy Mueller-Absent 38 But the Beginning Debbie Oestreich Mike Pankratz Margie Peckham 1. Who said I had to? 2. You aren’t lying, are you? Dorothy Pescinski Tom Prechel Jeff Reckner Rhonda Reckner John Reigel Tammy Ress Terry Rottsheit Kay Sampson Shelly Schafer Robbie Schulz 39 Wendy Schulz Linda Schumacher Linda Schwantes Cindy Schwebke Trudy Seefeld Todd Seehafer Janet Steizl Deanna Stephens Trudy Vaughan Patrick Watje Roger Weidman Gary Wentzel Kevin Wichman Mary Wingert One Down Three to Go 1. Typical of freshmen, but a sophomore? 2. A bit of refreshment after a hard day. Organizations They Said It Couldn’t Be Done, but We Did It! What do editors on an annual staff do? Well, they work hard, and often long after everyone else is enjoying themselves. They do their job without much recognition. They work all year long and after summer vacation has be- gun. This is when they begin to wonder if they can really do it. When the last page is finally sent in, it is with a deep sense of accomplishment. Only then can they say, “We did it—and we had fun, too!” 1 2 1. Editor Phillip Kerksieck, Assistant and Typing Editor Deb Griepentrog, Subscription Advertising Editor Karla Stef- fenhagen, Layout Editor Bonnie Weber, Photography Edi- tor Doug Schulz. MISSING: Copy Editor Deb Mellenthin. 2. Copy Staff—STANDING: Sandy Schultz. SITTING: Deb Jakel. MISSING: Editor Deb Mellenthin and Lori Lekie. 3. Layout Staff—Row 1: Laurie Mondloch, Kay Sampson, Pam Nall, Cyndi Prokopinski. Row 2: Editor Bonnie Web- er, Sue Matter, Dawn Hopfensperger. 42 3 1. Subscription Advertising—TOP: Editor Karla Steffenhagen, Marcia Kuehnast. BOTTOM: Lori Luepke, Sharol Hinklemann. 2. What annuals are all about. 3. Typing Staff-Theresa Strey, Editor Deb Griepentrog, Dawn Hopfens- perger. 4. Photography Staff—Earl Pickett, Jon Burnett, Scott Zinsli, Phil Kerk- sieck, Editor Doug Schulz, David Sampson, Wayne Schulz, DuWayne Griepentrog. MISSING: Advisor Mrs. Daniels. 43 A Challenge for Anyone 1. Editors—ROW 1: Photography Edi- tor Doug Schulz, Assistant and Cir- culation Editor Rhonda Jicinsky, Editor Darla Jicinsky. ROW 2: Advi- sor Janice Daniels, Feature Editor Cindy Nelson, Typing Editor Julie Kasper, Subscription Editor Fran Hammond, Photography Editor Scott Zinsli. MISSING: Sports Edi- tor Neil Jacobitz, News Editor Pam Reckner. 2. Typing, Circulation, and Subscrip- tion Staffs—ROW 1: Theresa Strey, Wendy Day, Subscription Editor Fran Hammond. ROW 2: Deb Griepentrog, Circulation Editor Rhonda Jicinsky, Typing Editor Ju- lie Kasper, Betty Burke, Deb Jakel, Pam Beyreis. The newspaper staff works hard to get out a monthly paper. The paper in- cludes pictures and news articles of the various activities that occur at SHS. 1 1. Photography Staff—SITTING: Jodi Krasselt, David Samp- son. STANDING: Wayne Schulz, Editor Scott Zinsli, Steph Sautner, Editor Doug Schulz. 2. News, Feature and Sports Staffs—ROW 1: Rhonda Jicin- sky, Mary Wingert. ROW 2: Feature Editor Cindy Nelson, Mary Keyes, Karla Steffenhagen, Sports Editor Neil Jacob- itz. ROW 3: Sandy Schulz, News Editor Pam Reckner, Jo- di Krasselt, Steph Sautner. 3. Zorb working after hours. 45 ' A Night of Recognition On May 2,1977, at the Sirloin Stockade, some of the hard- working editors of the school newspaper and annual were in- itiated into Quill and Scroll. These people were Bonnie Weber, Karla Steffenhagen, Dave Sampson, Pam Reckner, Cindy Nel- son, Deb Mellenthin, Rhonda Jicinsky, Fran Hammond, and Deb Griepentrog. After a good meal and the initiation ceremony, Mr. William Heath, editor of the Marshfield News Herald, spoke on the values of journalism. 46 The Bookworms Student librarians share the duties of shelving books, put- ting up bulletin boards, getting periodicals and putting in time behind the desk. They do this during their study halls in both grade and high school libraries. 1. OFFICERS: Emily Meacham, secretary; Ang Schulz, trea- sure; Mrs. Gauger; Rose Pescinski, vice president; Charlotte Nelson, president. 2. ROW 1: Cindy Lawrence, Karen Kobs, Pam Lobner, Sally Mondloch, Kathy Degnitz, Carol Beyer, Kay Pribbernow, Diane Sternitzky, Cindy Peckham. ROW 2: Mrs. Gauger, Sharol Hinklemann, Betty Burke, Cyndi Prokopinski, Bren- da Schweke, Jenny Matter, Ang Schulz, Charlotte Nelson, Laurie Krug, Dorothy Cherney, Rose Pescinski. ROW 3: Cheri Hoops, Janell Stelzl, Amy Jackson, Janet Jonett, Emily Meacham, Margie Peckham, Dorothy Pescinski, Pam Nall, Cindy Mueller, Linda Schwantes, Cheryl Caldwell, Charlotte Wentzel, Nancy Oelrich. The Band Plays on With a new director, the Spencer High band has come a long way. They started performing last summer, marching in various parades, including our own at Spencerama Days. Dur- ing the school year, they performed many concerts, including the Christmas concert, the “Music in our School” concert, and the Fine Arts Festival. In the spring they went to Strat- ford for the district solo-ensemble contest. From there ten people continued to state. Linda DiUlio, clarinet solo; Lorrie Schafer, Mary Keyes, Nate Hastings, trombone trio; and Jeff Graves, Tom Weister, Marlene Luepke, Karyn Boe, Dawn Cournoyer, and Theresa Strey, percussion ensemble. Each of these received seconds. To close the year, they performed at Marshfield for the Spring Festival and received a second on their class B selections. 1. Mr. James Weber, Director; Miss Helen Ruh, Student Di- rector. 2. ROW 1: Sue Matter, Deanna Stephens, Linda DiUlio, Jan- is Diers, Deb Griepentrog, Paula Harrell, Sue Diers, Dawn Hopfensperger, Janell Stelzl. ROW 2; Cheri Hoops, Laurie Hinrichsen, Michelle Houtari, Sue Endreas, Kay Sampson, Deb Reckner, Betty Burke, Irene Zuege, Rhonda Jicinsky, Judy Hendrickson, Tammy Schafer, Trudy Seefeld, Cheryl Endreas. ROW 3: Jon Burnett, Karla Krause, Karla Stef- fenhagen, Dorothy Cherney, Sharol Hinkleman, Tim Lang, Fred Mutzner, Nate Hastings, Mary Keyes, Lorrie Schafer. ROW 4: Jenny Matter, Mike Seitz, Lynn Bonitz, Pam Nall, Sandy Schultz, Phil Kerksieck, DuWayne Griepentrog, Bob Gauger, Mary Wingert, Cyndi Prokopinski. ROW 5: Direc- tor Mr. James Weber, Karyn Boe, Theresa Strey, Tom Wei- ster, Dawn Cournoyer, Jeff Graves, Marlene Luepke, John Stephens, Earl Pickett, Jacque Waldhart. 1. TWIRLERS DRUM MAJOR- ETTE: ROW 1: Dawn Cournoyer, Linda DiUlio, Janis Diers. ROW 2: Karla Steffenhagen, Lynn Bonitz, Dawn Hopfensperger, Cyndi Pro- kopinski. 2. Percussion ensemble: Karyn Boe, Theresa Strey, Marlene Luepke, Dawn Cournoyer, Tom Weister, Jeff Graves. 3. Blow your heart out, Karla! 4. Trombone trio: Nate Hastings, Lor- rie Schafer, Mary Keyes. Clarinet soloist: Linda DiUlio. 5. Kay and Deanna jazz things up. 49 We Are the Music Makers The high school chorus started their year by singing at the Librarians’ Convention in the fall. To welcome the holidays, they performed at the Christmas Concert and continued to sing in the Mid-Winter Concert for “Music in our School” week. In the spring, the students traveled to Stratford for the Solo-Ensemble Festival and presented a concert for the com- munity. Steph Sautner received a first on her class A piano solo at Stratford and continued on to state. There she re- ceived a second. Along with the Fine Arts Festival, they per- fommed a Pops Concert and were given awards for their fine achievements. To close the year they sang at Marshfield for the Spring Festival and received a second. 1. Steph and her faithful companion. 2. Mixed chorus—ROW 1: Irene Zuege, Sue Endreas, Steph Sautner, Pam Reckner, Carol Cook, Jodi Pokallus. ROW 2: Julie Diers, Paula Harrell, Cyndi Prokopinski, Deb Griepentrog, Brenda Seehafer, Deanna Stephens, Mary Wingert. ROW 3: Tammy Schafer, Wendy Day, Pam Bey- reis, Jacque Waldhart, Deb Reckner, Pam Nall, Linda Di- Ulio. ROW 4: Director—Mrs. Cherylynne Boock, Darryl Metcalfe, Mark Harrell, Curt Podbelsek, Phil Kerksieck, Jon Burnett, Kevin Ammons. 1. Glee Club-Row 1: Theresa Strey, Carol Beyer, Diane Sternitzky, Rose Pescinski, Cheryl Endreas, Karen Boe. Row 2: Cheryl Hoops, Dorothy Cherney, Sandy Schultz, Dorothy Pescinski, Paula Neumann, Kay Pribbernow, Judy Forst. Row 3: Mary Fischer, Amy Jackson, Cindy Schweb- ke, Rhonda Reckner, Karen Fields, Marg Peckham, Sally Mondloch, Director, Cherylynne Boock. 2. Barbershop Quartet that participated at District Contest. 3. Even the birds get in the action. 4. Typical day in the chorus room. 4 si FFA: Agriculture’s New Generation Spencer’s FFA Chapter, with a total of 51 members, was very active this year. Activities ranged from sending dele- gates to the National Convention in Kansas City, to holding the district Parlimentary and Creed Contest at Spencer. Other activities include athletic activities and judging contests. Spencer’s Chapter was considered a National Superior Chapter, and was recognized in Safety and Building Our American Communities (BOAC). The FFA initiated the BOAC project of building the student lounge, which is being constructed by building trades and horticulture classes, the funds being raised by the student government. 1 1. ROW 1: Dennis Hinrichsen, Randy Cournoyer, Wayne Vaughan, Ted Mutzner, Glen Aumann, Dave Gallion, Ad- visor Dan Meyer. ROW 2: Randy Krause, Roger Weidman, Brian Witkus, Greg Seefeld, Fred Mutzner, Kurt Bauer, Steve Endreas, Scott Zinsli. ROW 3: Keith Nemec, Kevin Carlson, Tim Lang, Steve Murphy, DuWayne Griepentrog, John Meacham. Phil Kerksieck, Mark Cook, Steve Russell. ROW 4: Bill Ress, Dirk Bauer, Gerald Endries, Jeff Bauer, Bob Oelrich, Mike Fields, Eugene Heisler. ROW 5: Noel Neumann, Jeff Hoff, Brad Sandley, Mark Todd, Darryl Metcalfe, Will Lattimer, Craig Neumann, Bob Murphy. 2. FFA officers—ROW 1: Vice President Wayne Vaughan, President Ted Mutzner, Treasurer Dave Gallion, Reporter Randy Cournoyer. ROW 2: Sentinel Dennis Hinrichsen, Secretary Glen Aumann, Advisor Dan Meyer. 52 2 6 1. Working on FFA Week activities. 2. The 1977 FFA Varsity Basketball team. 3. Dennis giving out awards at the Banquet. 4. Kevin and Jeff eating a banana with no hands for freshmen initiation. 5. Distributing fruit for fruit sales. 6. Getting the fourth graders active in Food for America. 5 53 1. They had to get me into this, didn’t they! 2. You just put this on here like this and ... 3. Well, should we dance? 4. Even at a prom the generation gap shows through. 3 sa 4 Homemakers for the Future The FHA had a busy year. Some of the highlights were: initiation, parents’ banquet, season’s celebration, spaghet- ti dinner, tobogganing with the FFA, and to end the year, a trip to see Little Norway and the Swiss Chalet Museum. 1. FHA officers—FRO NT: Lynn Bon- itz—Historian, Sue Endreas—Secre- tary, Julie Kasper—President, Judy Rose-Advisor. BACK: Cindy Nel- son-Editor, Darla Jicinsky—Vice President, Jodi Krasselt-Parlimen- tarian, Irene Zuege—Treasurer. 1 2. ROW 1: Emily Meacham, Brenda Schweke, Rose Pescin- ski, Charlotte Nelson, Dawn Mondloch, Karen McKenzie, Mary Hebert. ROW 2: Sue Matter, Dawn Cournoyer. Deb Oestreich, Roxanne O’Brien, Karla Steffenhagen, Mary Wingert, Steph Sautner. ROW 3: Cheryl Endreas, Deb Reck Reckner, Michelle Huotari, Pam Reckner, Jill Johnson, Rhonda Jicinsky. ROW 4: Betty Burke, Jenny Matter, Gayle Kommer. ROW 5: Charlotte Wentzel, Mary Wissell, Wendy Day, Cheryl Aumann. ROW 6: Kay Pribbernow, Sally Mondloch, Sharon Sawyer. ROW 7: Dawn Hopfensperger, Donna Schumacher. ROW 8: Deb Griepentrog. 56 The American Dame “The American Dame” is a play-out. This is entertainment where the actors announce a theme and then play it out. This play dealt with the American female and her relationships with the world and with men in particular. Considering this was the Drama Club’s first attempt at this type of theatre, it was quite successful. It was also the 19th production of the Masque and Bauble. 57 Let the Show Begin THE IMAGINARY INVALID proved to be a challenge for the cast and crews and a delight for the audiences. Our first attempt at classic theater was successful from both points of view. If much of the audience seemed to feel that “this was the best play you’ve ever done,” who were we to argue? Mo- liere’s classic put-down of the medical profession came through loud and clear. 1. “Open your mouth, stick out your tongue, shut your mouth.” 2. “Great masters of rhubarb and liverpills...” 3. “You could never marry without your father’s consent, and now he can never give it.” 4. “Lungs!” 1. Kay Sampson getting Brian Hammond ready for his wig. 2. “Oh, brother, brother! Did you hear?” 3. “Your poor, dear father! He’s dead!” 4. “You will fall into a state of A-Pepsia.” 5. “No longer an Imaginery Invalid—But, in your own right, ‘Doctor Imaginaire’.” Acting and Stagecraft 1. When the lights go down, the spirits rise. 2. What are friends for? 3. Members of Drama Club (not in order): Karla Steffenha- gen, Lynn Bonitz, Jenny Matter, Marcia Kuehnast, Amy Gardner, Mary Wingert, Sandy Schultz, Janis Diers, Mark Shupe, Cyndi Prokopinski, Linda Bymers, Brian Ham- mond, Shelly Schafer, Sue Endreas, Cheryl Endreas, Dean- na Stephens, Lori Luepke, Gayle Kommer, Pam Nall, Jill Johnson, Lorrie Schafer, Kathy Johnson, Deb Reckner, Pam Reckner, Tammy Schafer, Sharon Sawyer, Theresa Strey, Sue Diers, Irene Zuege, Steve Huber, Steve Endreas, Carol Cook, Jodi Pokallus, Karyn Boe, Deb Griepentrog, Michelle Houtari, Marlene Luepke, Julie Diers, Phil Kerk- sieck, John Wingert, Steph Sautner, Jackie Johnson, Karla Krause, Wendy Day, Fran Hammond, Doug Schulz, Julie Kasper, Jeff Graves, Cindy Kowalk, Matt Berrier, Tom Hu- ber, Earl Pickett, Jim Day, Dave Sampson, Dennis Hinrich- sen, Pat Wingert, Wayne Schulz, Greg Graves, Scott Zinsli, Dale Reckner, Greg Rogers, Jeff Jakel, Betty Burke, Dawn Hopfensperger, Sue Matter, Rhonda Jicinsky, Lori Lekie, Mary Keyes, Kay Sampson, Deb Jakel, Rick Freeman, Bon- nie Weber, Deb Mellenthin; Director, Esther Rannow. Ten Years of Success 2 The Masque and Bauble not only held its annual drama banquet, but also the 10 year alumni banquet. It was the tenth year for drama at Spencer High, thanks to Mrs. Ran- now. The banquet was held at the Charlois Supper Club on A- pril 30. After a good meal Miss Smith entertained us. She pre- sented slides from plays throughout the past years. Masques and Baubles were handed out to those who have done their share to help out. Next years officers were announced and the Ray Harrell Drama award was presented to Phil Kerk- sieck for an outstanding job in the drama department. 1. Phil receiving the Ray Harrell Drama Award. 2. “See what I have!” 3. “Aw, shucks!” 4. “And now the moment you’ve all been waiting for.” 5. “And this one ...” 6. “Anyone know when we eat?” 3 61 Nineteen Go to State The forensics program plays an important role in the total program of education in our high school. It provides a variety of practical experiences in effective oral communication. Eleven categories offer a wide variation so that the student may choose to work with material from a favorite author, material he himself has researched and written, material of current interest or material of a more traditional background. Students work with their coaches on a regular basis to perfect their delivery and interpretation. This year, over thirty students participated in forensics at the local contest, with seven finally achieving an A rating and a gold medal at the state contest in Madison on April 23. They are John Wingert, Cyndi Prokopinski, Matt Berrier, De- anna Stephens, Dawn Hopfensperger, Kathy Johnson, and Karen Boe. Anyone familiar with the program will agree that this is a tremendous achievement, and will also agree that the greatest value of forensics lays not only with medals but with the confidence and sense of achievement it brings to the par- ticipants. 1 1. Demonstration, Public Address Or- iginal Oration—Row 1: Lorrie Scha- fer, Linda DiUlio. Row 2: Linda Schwantes, Mary Wingert. Top: Fred Mutzner. 2. Story Telling—Left to Right: Kar- en Boe, Sharon Sawyer, Tammy Schafer, Coach Florence Knauf. 3. Playacting—Row 1: Carol Cook, Deb Griepentrog, John Wingert. Stand- ing: Coach Sharon Smith, Scott Zin- sli, Matt Berrier, Deanna Stephens, Cyndi Prokopinski, Playacting Coach Esther Rannow. 1. Forensic members who went to state. Kneeling: Karen Boe, Lorrie Schafer. Carol Cook, Fred Mutzner, Deanna Stephens, Karla Steffenhagen, Matt Berrier. Standing: Kathy John- son, Earl Pickett, Sharon Sawyer, Linda Di Ulio, Scott Zinsli, Mary Win- gert, Deb Griepentrog, John Wingert, Charlotte Wentzel, Cyndi Prokopinski, Dawn Hopfensperger, Marcia Kueh- nast. Coach Florence Knauf. 2. Memorized Declamation, 4-Minute Speech-Left to Right: Dawn Hopfen- sperger, Amy Gardner, Karla Steffen- hagen, Charlotte Wentzel, Lori Luepke, Marcia Kuehnast. 3. Prose, Poetry, Reading-Left to Right: Paula Harrell, Mary Keyes, Earl Pickett, Betty Burke, Janet Jonett, Kathy Johnson, Lynn Bonitz. 3 63 Student Government The student government makes many of the decisions and plans many of the activities for SHS. The eleven members, rep- resentatives from the four classes and several clubs, planned Homecoming week activities, Homecoming dance and the Christmas dance. They decided not to continue the project of donating money and presents to the Sunburst Home at Christ- mas. The biggest project this year was sponsoring the Spring 0- lympics. The proceeds went towards the construction of the new outdoor student lounge. 1. A scene from the Spring Olympics. 2. FRONT: Jill Johnson, Linda Schwantes, Rhonda Jicinsky, Sue Diers. BACK: Tom Huber, Steph Sautner, Julie Kasper, Karla Krause, Jodi Krasselt, Dave Sampson, Janet Jonett. s;jods We Have Spirit. Yes We Do! Cheerleading practice started in June and ended concur- ently with the boys' wrestling and basketball seasons. Much time was spent drilling on cheers, working out formations, and creating pom-pom routines. In addition to coordinating activities for Parents' Night, the girls also drew poster to advertise the games and matches. 1. FOOTBALL CHEERLEADERS FIRST ROW: Tammy Schafer, Trudy Scefeld. SECOND ROW: Karen Boe. Irene Zuege, Sharon Sawyer. THIRD ROW: Theresa Strey, Sue Endreas. Sue Diers. 2. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Wendy Schulz, Barb Kobs, Cyndi Prokopinski, Lauri Hinrichsen, Deanna Stephens. 3. WRESTLING CHEERLEADERS Karen Boe. Trudy See- feld, Sharon Sawyer. 4. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS-FIRST ROW: Theresa Strey, Sue Endreas, Sue Diers. SECOND ROW: Tammy Schafer, Gayle Kommer, Irene Zuege. 5. Theresa joins in to sing the National Anthem. 4 5 66 Pep Club—Red White Spirit Machine 1. ROW 1: Cindy Mueller, Linda Schwantes, Pam Nall, Cathy Cressman, Barb Kobs, Mary Wingert, Trudy Seefeld, Cyn- di Prokopinski, Deanna Stephens, Wendy Day, Advisor— Esther Rannow. ROW 2: Darla Jicinsky, Pam Beyreis, Gayle Kommer, Michele Huotari, Pam Reckner, Cheryl Endreas, Laurie Henrichsen, Wendy Schulz, Laurie Mond- loch, Sharon Butler, Tammy Schafer, Theresa Strey. ROW 3: Sue Endreas, Irene Zuege, Deb Reckner, Janet Jonett, Sue Seefeld, Karla Krause, Carrie Strebe, Karen Boe, Deb Jakel, Sandy Schultz, Deb Griepentrog, Lori Lekie. ROW 4: Sharon Sawyer, Wayne Schulz, Pat Wingert, Sue Diers, Mary Keyes, Kay Sampson, Shelly Schafer, Judy Kendrick- son, Linda Bymers, Deb Oestreich, Lorrie Schafer, Steph Sautner, Rhonda Jicinsky. 2. Which bag should I choose? 3. Male cheerleaders?? Pep Club members spent a lot of time backing their ath- letes. Their spirit encouraged others to be peppy, and their enthusiasm was greatly appreciated. The students were kept busy selling pins and patches for football, wrestling, and basketball. They also helped out on several Parents’ Nights by bringing such things as bars and cookies. Additionally, a record hop was sponsored to raise extra money. Girls Continue to Advance The members of the OGA consist of the girls who have lettered in the var- ious girls sports as managers, statisti- cians or, of course, the athletes. This year they sold concessions at girls basketball games and wrestling matches. They also sold Rocket socks. 1. OFFICERS: Mary Hebert, president, Julie Diers, secretary treasure; Jodi Krasselt, student government repres- entative; MISSING: Carrie Strebe, vice president. 2. ROW 1: Sue Seefeld, Kathy John- son, Wendy Day, Steph Sautner, Jackie Johnson, Darla Jicinsky. ROW 2: Jill Johnson, Mary Hebert, Janet Krause, Karla Steffenhagen. ROW 3: Julie Kasper, Julie Diers, Dawn Hopfensperger, Mary Wingert, Jodi Krasselt, Betty Burke. MIS- SING: Lori Lekie, Carrie Strebe, Miss Fenske; advisor. Athletes Above and Beyond The “S” Club which consisted of 35 lettermen had a successful season. Members were busy with the conces- sions throughout the winter months. The group was also responsible for an- other successful athletic banquet which had its biggest turnout ever. The “S” Club will be busy selling stocking caps next year, which didn’t arrive on time this year. 1. OFFICERS: Terry Sternitzky, Pres- ident; Steve Huber, Vice President; Tim Bender, Secretary Treasurer. 2. ROW 1: Tim Bender, Phil Kerk- sieck, Earl Pickett, Doug Schulz, Wayne Vaughan, Advisor Mr. Stew- art. ROW 2: Jeff Jakel, Mike By- iners, Ted Mutzner, Scott Zinsli, John Wingert, Rick Freeman. ROW 3: Pat Wingert, Mark Shupe, Jeff Graves, Nate Hastings, Tom Weister, Vance Cook. ROW 4: Steve Huber, Mike Seitz, Steve Pilz, Jon Ruh- busch, Mark Harrell, Fred Mutzner, Meil Jacobitz. MISSING: Greg Rog- ers, Matt Berrier, Terry Sternitzky, Dale Reckner, Jim Day, John Burke, Jerry Krause, Dennis Hindrickson, Steve Endreas, Will Lattimer, Tom Huber, Gary Fait, Dave Griepentrog. 6� Ups and Downs The 1976 Spencer Football season was one of ups and downs. The Rock- ets started the season in full gear as it won 3 straight games, only to loose the next 4 ball games in a row. To break their loosing streak, the Rockets rolled over Athen’s 38 to 7, to ruin Athen’s Homecoming. The final of the season saw a fired-up Spencer team almost pull the upset of the year as it lost in overtime to the Marawood tri Champi- ons 21 to 14. Although Rocket fans didn’t always see winning football, they saw exciting football as 3 games were decided by 1 touchdown differ- ences and 2 other games were decided by a touchdown in overtime. For their outstanding individual ef- forts Steve Huber, Greg Rogers, and Terry Sternitzsky received All-Confer- ence Honors: Tim Bender received hon- orable mention honors. Those 4 seniors along with Doug Schulz., Dave Griepen- trog, Earl Pickett, and Will Lattimer will be missed next year. The Rockets will have 13 returning lettermen next fall. 1. Senior Tim Bender, Full Back 2. Senior Steve Huber. Half Back 3. Senior Greg Rogers, Tackle. ROCKET SCOREBOARD Spencer 15 Loyal 8 Spencer 51 Holcombe 20 Spencer 12 Pittsville 6 Spencer 0 Stratford 33 Spencer 8 Abbotsford 12 Spencer 20 Rib Lake 28 Spencer 0 Edger 35 Spencer 38 Athens 7 Spencer 14 Marathon 20 ♦. 70 1 1. Row 1: W. Vaughn, W. Lattimer, D. Gripentrog, S. Huber, G. Rogers, D. Schulz, T. Bender, T. Sternitzsky, E. Pickett. Row 2: Managers: M. Pankratz, N. Jacobitz; J. Jakel, T. Hu- ber, T. Mutzner, S. Zinsli, S. Endreas, M. Bymers, J. Win- gert, D. Hendrickson. Row 3: R. Bruesewitz, M. Shupe, W. Schulz, B. Gauger, J. Krause, V. Cook, P. Wingert, D. Buse, D. Sampson, J. Day. Row 4: J. Krasselt, J. Reigel, K. Am- mons, S. Greenwald, S. Berrier, B. Fosberg, K. Wichman, K. Buse, D. Griepentrog, R. Schulz. Row 5: R. Baumgartner, D. D. Freeman, R. Dumlar, J. Reckner, K. Buse, Asst. Coaches: B. Bassett, S. Christman, Coach: B. Stewart. 2. No. 66-Doug Schulz. Half Back 3. No. 76-Will Lattimer, Tackle 4. No. 78-Earl Pickett, Tackle 5. No. 57—Terry Sternitzsky, Center Missing-No. 16-Dave Griepentrog 71 Homecoming: Panorama of Events Although Spencer was defeated by Edgar on October 8, the preceding week was filled with fun and excitement as the student body participated in Homecoming festivities. Halls were decorated on Monday and Tuesday; this was followed by the slave auction and sucker day on Wednesday. Slaves—which included our principal, Mr. Colletti—did the “dirty work” for their masters. Friday, Grieser Day, found many students in “Fifties’ ” attire-humorus to them, nostal- gic for the faculty. Entertainment that night was provided by the “Hired Hand” playing bluegrass. Later in the evening King Steve Huber and Queen Irene Zuege were crowned, and the entire Homecoming Court was highlighted in the Grand March. 1. Homecoming Court: Sophomore representatives—Lynn Bonitz, Jerry Krause; Senior representatives—Greg Rogers, Brenda Seehafer; King-Steve Huber, Queen-Irene Zuege; Junior representatives-Gayle Kommer, Steve Endreas; Freshman representatives Kay Sampson. Missing, Steve Greenwald. 2. Freshman representative, Steve Greenwald and his date. 3. Decorations are also a part of Homecoming. 4. Griesers come out from beneath the cracks. 72 4 73 Spikes and Dinks The girl’s volleyball team started the season with a win over Stratford, 2 games to 1 game. The Rockets just couldn’t put it together and lost the next four matches to Rib Lake, Pittsville, Loyal (nonconference), and Edgar. The girls came back to pick up a victory over Marathon, then to lose two matches to Athens and Abbotsford. The Rockets pulled off one more victory, a nonconference match, against Loyal. The girls ended their season with a 2-5 conference record and a 3-6 overall. The girls’ team then participated in Sub Regionals held at Granton. The Rockets beat Granton 2 games and won 1 game against Stratford, allowing them to continue on to Regionals. At Regionals the Rockets won 2 games to beat Owen-Withee and lost to Athens and Greenwood, elimina- ting them from the tournament. Spencer will be losing 9 lettering seniors. They are: Jodi Krasselt, Julie Diers, Kathy Johnson, Mary Hebert, Steph Sautner, Wendy Day, Jill Johnson, Julie Kasper, and Brenda Seehafer. Next years returning lettermen are: Juniors—Carrie Strebe, Jackie Johnson; Sophomore—Lori Lekie. Also return- ing to help Spencer out next year are the players of the J.V. and Freshman team. 1. Block the spike and be ready in the back. 2. Ready to move. 3. First Row: Steph Sautner, Julie Diers, Jill Johnson. Sec- one Row: Jodi Krasselt, Kathy Johnson, Lori Lekie, Jack- ie Johnson. Third Row: Mary Hebert, Brenda Seehafer, Julie Kasper, Carrie Strebe, Wendy Day, Coach Linda Fenske. 2 ROCKETTE SCORE- BOARD VARSITY Won Stratford Lost Rib Lake Lost Pittsville Lost Loyal (N.C.) Lost Edgar Won Maxathon Lost Athens Won Loyal (N.C.) Lost Abbotsford 1. JR. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL- SITTING: L. Schafer, S. Schultz. KNEELING: S. Matter, B. Burke, A. Gardner, S. Seefeld, K. Krause, L. Bonitz, D. Mellenthin, C. Cook. STANDING: S. Hinkelman, D. Jak- el, J. Krause, C. Endreas, R. Jicin- sky, D. Hopfensperger, J. Matter, Coach Beyer. 2. FRESHMAN VOLLEYBALL-SIT- TING: T. Vaughn, S. Diers, P. Lob- ner, D. Pescinski, D. Mondloch. KNEELING: W. Schulz, K. Samp- son, T. Seefeld, C. Schwebke, M. Keyes, M. Wingert, M. Peckham. STANDING: L. DiUlio, D. Steph- ens, A. Schulz, C. Beyer, B. Kobs, L. Bymers, S. Schafer. 75 ROUNDBALLERS “The desire to improve could appro- priately be used as the Rocket basket- ball team’s motto for the ’76-77 sea- son. The team, comprised mainly of ju- niors ans sophomores and therefore the youngest in the conference, managed to defeat every other team in the con- ference at least once—with the excep- tions of Edgar and Marathon. Deter- mination, coupled with a sincere desire to win and with experience during the year, evidenced itself in a statistical im- provement in every catagory. 1. VARSITY-KNEELING: Vance Cook, Steve Pil ., Greg Graves, Jeff Graves, Steve Endreas. STANDING:.Doug Schulz, Mark Shupe, John Burke, Jerry Krause, John Win- gert. Coach Bob Pilz. 2. STATISTICIANS: Janis Diers, Dawn Hopfensperger, Bon- nie Weber. MANAGERS: Bob Murphy, Nate Hastings, Le- Roy Smazal. 76 2 1. STATISTICIANS: Kay Sampson, Dawn Hopfensperger, Janis Diers, Mary Wingert. MISSING: Bonnie Weber. 2. FRESHMEN TEAM: Coach Steve Christman, Mike Pandratz, Rob Schulz, Rick Dumler, Jeff Reckner, Brian Fosberg, Kevin Buse, Todd Seehafer, Steve Greenwald. 3. JR. VARSITY-KNEELING: Rob Schulz, Russell Bruesewitz, Tom Huber, Jon Ruhbusch, Kevin Wich- man, Rick Dumler, Mike Pankratz. STANDING: Todd Seehafer, Brian Fosberg, Wayne Schulz, Jeff Reck- ner, Mike Seitz, Kevin Buse, Neil Jacobitz, Steve Greenwald, Coach Steve Christman. Up and in This year’s season wasn’t the most successful. The team concluded their season with a record of 3-7. Kathy Johnson was named to the TRG All Area Team and Mara-wood Con- ference first team. Carrie Strebe received Honorable Men- tion. Kathy Johnson also received most valuable player award, Steph Sautner the “Dynamo” award, and Carrie Strebe most improved player award. 1. VARSITY TEAM-ROW 1: Steph Sautner. ROW 2: Jill Johnson, Deb Jakel. ROW 3: Janet Krause, Jodi Krasselt. ROW 4: Jackie Johnson, Coach Linda Fenske, Rhonda Jicinsky. ROW 5: Carrie Strebe, Sue Seefeld, Kathy John- son, Mary Hebert. 1. JUNIOR VARSITY TEAM-ROW 1: Karen Fields, Mary Wingert, Shelly Schafer, Virginia Lobner, Coach Laurie Prahl. ROW 2: Jenny Matter, Betty Burke, Amy Gardner, Lori Luepke, Lynn Bonitz. ROW 3: Lorrie Schafer, Lori Lekie, Sandy Schultz, Kay Sampson, Mary Keyes, Janet Jonett. 79 Grapplers on the Move Senior Rocket Wrestlers believed in themselves and, as the season ended, instilled confidence in the 1976-1977 team for the coming year. This past wrestling year was very encouraging for the Rockets. The combination of five senior wrestlers with seven young, sometimes inexperienced, team members resulted in continued improvement. Year’s end found a dual meet record of 6-5-2-the first winning season in any sport in three years. “Congratulations wrestlers, for your fine effort!” Improvement manifested itself the latter part of the season with the Rockets having 7 place winners at the Wausau East Invitational and the Conference Tournament. At the Region- al Tournament, four Rocket wrestlers placed, and the team finished fifth out of a field of eleven teams. Freshman Jay Krasselt placed fourth with a record of 15-10; Earl Pickett placed third with a record of 17-7-2; Will Latimer placed sec- ond with a record of 19-8-1 qualifying for the Sectional Tour- nament where he lost the first round to the eventual state Champion, Pat Swetlick. Wayne Vaughn captured the Re- gional crown at 167 pounds and qualified for the Sectional Tournament where he lost in a close match to Auburndale’s competitor of the same weight. Wayne set a new season re- cord with a fine 24-4-1, winning the coveted “takedown” award. 1. Coach Zenner gives a pep talk before a match. 2. Cheerleaders give out pins and flowers on Parents’ Night. 3. First Row: Jay Krasselt. Tom Weister, Fred Mutzner, Mike Fields, Pat Wingert, Bob Gauger. Second row: Wayne Vaughn, Tim Bender, Terry Sternitzky, Kevin Ammons. Phillip Kerksieck. Third Row: Jeff Jakel, DuWayne Griepentrog. 80 1. Senior-Phil Kerksieck 138 lbs. 2. Senior-Terry Sternitzky-145 lbs. 3. Senior-Tim Bender-155 lbs. 4. Senior Will Lattimer 185 lbs. 5. Senior- Bruce Harrell-185 lbs. 6. Senior—Earl Pickett-Heavy Weight 7. Preparing oneself mentally and physically is always im- portant in order to wrestle well. 8. Cheerleaders and wrestlers are two of the three elements needed to make an exciting evening. 8) Strive for Success Although they ended their season with only 19 girls, the team worked hard and strove toward winning. As a whole, their season wasn’t too successful, but certain individuals rose above the rest. Jackie Johnson broke the school record for the 110 yard hurdles with a time of 17.8. The record for the mile run was broken by Betty Burke with a time of 5:54.11. The 880 yard relay team consisting of Jill Johsson, Mary Win- gert, Trudy Vaughan and Jackie Johnson, broke the old rec- ord with a time of 1.51.2. The mile relay team, consisting of Jill Johnson, Steph Sautner, Kathy Johnson, and Wendy Day, went on to state after placing 2nd at the Sectional Tourna- ment held at Edgar. Five seniors will be leaving the team. They are Steph Sautner, Mary Hebert, Wendy Day, Jill John- son and Kathy Johnson. This years MVP was given to Steph Sautner. 1. ROW 1: Cheryl Endreas, Sue Matter, Dawn Cournoyer, Steph Sautner, Deanna Stephens, Mary Wingert, Barb Kobs. ROW 2: Manager There- sa Strey, Trudy Vaughan, Jill John- son, Lynn Bonitz, Jenny Matter, Jackie Johnson, Wendy Day, Mary Keyes, Wendy Schulz, Deb Jakel. ROW 3: Coach Linda Fenske, Man- ager Deb Griepentrog, Kathy John- son, Sandy Nelson, Amy Gardner, Sue Seefeld, Sandy Schulz, Betty Burke, Janet Jonett, Asst, coach Tess Lecy. 83 84 Keep on Truckin’ The 1977 Track and Field team, coached by Thomas Sedarski and Dan- iel Schwantes, was another young team, consisting of only four seniors. The athletes they had, gave everything they could and ended up with some fine individual performances. John Burke broke three school records: 880 yard run with a time of 2:03.2, 330 yard low hurdles at 41.9, and tied the high jump at 5’10”. Earl Pickett broke the shotput with a throw of 44’3 in- ches and the 880 yard relay team, con- sisting of Steve Huber, John Burke, Vance Cook, Greg Rogers, with a time of 1:39. After finishing 2nd at the Ed- gar sectionals, John Burke will be ad- vancing to state in the 880 yard run. 1. ROW 1: Brian Hammond, Kevin Am- mons, David Freeman, Jay Krasselt, Tim Lang, DuWayne Griepentrog. ROW 2: Lynn Cook, Manager; Kev- in Buse, Steve Huber, Randy Cour- noyer, Jeff Jakel, Glenn Aumann, John Wingert, Vance Cook. ROW 3: Asst, coach Dan Schwantes, Rick Freeman, John Burke, Earl Pickett, David Buse, Greg Rogers, Matt Ber- rier, Coach Tom Sedarski. 85 Bats Balls Although the Rocket baseball season was not filled with a lot of wins, it was one of much competitiveness and anti- cipation about the future. The Rockets over-all record was 3-8. The team beat Marathon, Pittsville, and Loyal, as well as losing 4 ballgames by 2 runs or less. Pitching duties were mainly handled by Mark Shupe and Mike Bymers. Mike Bymers also led the team in hitting, with a .434 batting average. Mike Seitz was voted the most valuable player by his teammates for his hitting and defen- sive play at shortstop. Honorable men- tion—All Conference honors went to Mark Shupe as a pitcher, Mike Seitz, Jerry Krause as infielders, and Mike By- mers as an outfielder. Of 13 lettermen, only the team captain, Tim Bender, was a senior. 1. Baseball Team-ROW 1: Carrie Strebe, Lorrie Schafer; Managers. ROW 2: Mike Pankratz, Mike By- mers, Neil Jacobitz, Jeff Graves, Pat Wingert, Steve Pilz, Rob Schulz. ROW 3: Asst, coach Denny Chris- tenson, Brian Fosberg, Wayne Schulz, Jerry Krause, Mark Shupe, Jeff Reckner, Kevin Wichman, Mike Seitz, Jim Day, Tim Bender, Coach Bruce Stewart. 1IIIIIIIMK!!! VIMirH Ibtdilir ill IIMIIIIIIUPJ i - LiiiiiniiX! uiiir 86 1 87 1977 Spencer Olympics The first annual Spring Olympics, sponsored by the Stu- dent Council, was held on May 6, 1977. It turned out to be a beautiful day as the games got under way at approximately one o’clock. This also gave us a great opportunity to miss a whole afternoon of school. Profits from the day were to go to the FFA for the con- struction of the new student lounge being built behind the school. These profits totaled S469. Participants were charged 25|6and spectators were charged 50)5. Each of the five teams paid S75 to participate. SIHBM 1 The events were judged on a point system with the sophomores muster- ing up a total of 53 points for first place and a prize of $125. Second place and S100 went to the juniors with 48 points, a tie for third gave both seniors and faculty $64.50, and fifth place and $25 went to the fresh- man with 31 points. 1. Mr. Colletti shows his athletic abil- ity. 2. Spectators enjoy the show. 3. That’s the board walk. 4. Mr. Pilz takes it easy. 5. I wonder if we’ll win. 88 4 1. Did you see that? 2. Mr. Schwantes working up a sweat. 3. What you didn’t want during the egg throwing contest. 4. Concentrating before the race. 5 6. Steph and Tim do some hard pulling for the seniors. 90 5 6 The golf team had their best season ever in 1977, finishing with 8 victories, 5 losses, and 1 tie in all meets and a record of 7 victories, 3 losses, and 1 tie in dual meets. The team was led by six lettermen: Gary Fait, Tom Huber, Jon Ruhbusch, Tom Weister, Nate Hastings, and Dave Sampson. Highlights of the season were Gary Fait’s new school nine-hole record, a 38, and a fourth place finish in the regional behind big school powers Wisconsin Rapids, Marshfield, and Stevens Point. Tom Huber was voted “Most Valuable Player” by his teammates. 1. KNEELING: Scott Berrier, Brad Kortbein, Tom Weister, Linda Scheibe. STANDING: Keith Buse, Gary Fait, Tom Huber, Jon Ruhbusch, Nate Hastings, Dave Sampson, Lin- da DiUlio, Cyndi Prokopinski, Coach Bob Bassett. 9) 92 93 Junior High Scott Abbott Debra Ackman Joe Anderson Renee Andreae Vickie Aumann Bonnie Bauer Dena Bauer Kris Beyer Sue Beyer Missing-Scott Biggs Kurt Bodendorfer Michelle Brandt Joe Burnett Susan Butler Matt Bychinski Missing—Elaine Caldwell Gary Cook Michael Day Randy Ellis Mitch Fait Richard Felton Jim Fields Cindy Fischer Brent Fosber Ann Freeman Steve Galion Ready or Not, Here We Come 1. Mr. Heur; English 2. Mrs. Rose shows them how. 3. Mr. Christman; Science 2 3 95 We Look to the Future Tom Johnson Tim Karau Glenn Kasper Geralynn Kerksieck David Krause Douglas Krause Steve Krug Rita Lobner Debra Luepke Andrea Melander Janel Mellenthin Michael Minsaas Jill Mondloch Keith Mondloch Bonnie Nelson Chris Nelson Missing-Shelly Neumann Tim Nikolai Michael Oelrich 96 The Present Doesn’t Satisfy Us Dori Sandley James Sautner Donald Scharbarth Randy Schofield Jeff Schwantes Vickie Schwantes Cindy Seefeld Candy Seitz Wendy Shotwell Toni Stephens Tim Strebe Lori Ann Taylor Lynnette Wacholz Missing—James Waldhart Todd Weister Richard Wilson James Wingert Janice Wissell Jon Zahn It is better to look forward Mary Ackman Roger Anderson Steve Anderson Todd Baumgartner Beverly Beenen Brenda Beyer Mary Beyer Jaala Biggs Wanda Boe Greg Bruss Margaret Butler Missing—Pamela Bymers Missing—Scott Carlson Sheldon Carlson Marcia Christianson Bradley Cook Brian Dallmann Vickie Dietsche David Endries 1. Dale Kundinger—Social Studies 2. Seventh graders show patriotism 98 and make new mistakes Robert Fleischman Steve Foth Gloria Fruehbrodt Sarah Graves Lisa Hammond Jackie Hebert Pat Hinrichsen Carl Hoff Dawn Hutter Denise Hutter James lmig Chris Jicinsky Karl Johnson Scott Johnson Keith Kettleborough John Keyes Brian Klimmer 99 1. Eileen Dallmann—Mathematics 2. Seventh graders express their musical talents. than to look back Tina Kromanaker Lisa Landwehr Jerome Meacham Missing—Dawn Michalak James Miller Lynn Modloch Missing-Kurt Murphy Crystal Mutzner Missing-Kevin Neeb Debra Nelson Paul Nelson Erin O’Brien Karen Oelrich Kim Oelrich Michele Oelrich David Oelrich Pam Pankratz Scott Pokallus Allan Ress Dean Rindfleisch Mrs. Sue Dix Math, English, Science too and do nothing Randal Rindfleisch David Ruhbusch Carrie Rux Lisa Scharbarth Missing-Linda Schmid Sue Schwebke Mark Stelzl Thomas Strebe Keith Strey Dan Taylor Wade Vaughan Janene Weber Mark Weber Terry Wehrman Lisa Weis Karen Wentzel Kenneth Wentzel Lisa Wolfe 101 Missing—Bonnie Wundrow Caroline Zuege Sing Swing The seventh grade chorus started out its activities in the summer by present- ing the musical comedy “Tom Sawyer” for the community. They then contin- ued on performing at the Christmas Concert and ended the year by singing at the Spring Fine Arts Festival. The eighth grade chorus began the year by presenting the Bi-Centenial Operetta “The Tea Party That Shook the World” in October for the student body. The students performed at the Christmas Concert and presented a mu- sical play “The Keys to Christmas.” They also ended the year by singing at the Spring Fine Arts Festival. 1. 7th Grade Chorus-Row 1: Mary Beyer, Karen Oelrich, Kenneth Wentzel, Greg Bruss, Randy Rind- fleisch, Caroline Zuege, Karen Went- zel. Row 2: Jaala Biggs, Erin O’Bri- an, Margaret Butler, Janene Weber, Michele Oelrich, Lisa Hammond, Lynn Mondloch. Row 3: Sarah Graves, Crystal Mutzner, Lisa Weis, Dan Taylor, Deb Nelson, Sue Schwebke, Director; Mrs. Chery- lynn Boock. Row 4: Carrie Rux, Pam Pankratz, Todd Baumgartner, John Keyes, Mark Stelzl, Scott Pok- -Uus, Keith Strey. 2. 8th Grade Chorus—Row 1; Jackie Hebert, Wendy Shotwell, Janell Mellenthin, Scott Biggs, Tom John- son, Diane Griepentrog, Brenda Bey- er, Gerlynn Kerksieck. Row 2; Rita Lobner, Michelle Brandt, Sue Beyer, Michael Oelrich, Jim Sautner, Lyn- ette Wachholz, Kris Beyer, Ann Free- man, Vicky Schwantes. Row 3: Jan- ice Wissell, Dori Sandley, Renee An- dreae, Robert Fleischman, Wade Vaughn, Toni Stephens, Cindy See- feld, Lori Ann Taylor, Bonnie Bau- er. Row 4; Susan Butler, Candy Seitz, Deb Luepke, Joe Burnett, Jim Wingert, Terry Jicinsky, Bonnie Nel- son, Lori Ruhbusch, Barb Podbel- sek; Director, Mrs. Cherylynn Boock. 102 2 Our Goal: Musical Perfection The Junior High Band consisted of 41 members. They pre- tinct parts this year: the woodwind choir, the brass choir, sented four concerts this year and participated in the solo-en- and the percussion choir, semble and concert events festivals. The band had three dis- 5 1. Woodwind-Row 1: Crystal Mutzner, Diane Griepentrog, Janell Mellenthin, Scott Carlson, Candy Seitz, Ann Free- man, Wendy Shotwell, Marcia Christianson. Row 2: Shel- don Carlson, Mary Ackman, Pam Pankratz, Sue Schwebke, Michele Oelrich, Erin O’Brian, Jackie Hebert, Linda Schmid. Row 3: Pam Bymers, Kris Beyer, Terry Jicinsky, Brent Fosberg. 2. Practicing in their own little room. 3. The French horn section. 4. Brass-Row 1: Roger Anderson, Brenda Beyer, Renee An- dreae, Cindy Seefeld, Toni Stephens, Vicky Schwantes, Deb Luepke, Bonnie Nelson. Row 2: Rita Lobner, John Keyes, Steve Gallion, Jim Sautner, Glenn Kasper, Jim Wald- hart, Mitchell Fait, Caroline Zuege. 5. Percussion-Lynnette Wachholz, Gerlynn Kerksieck, Lori Ruhbusch, Joe Burnett, Jim Wingert. 103 Growing in Experience The 8th grade basketbatl team concluded another very successful year. The boys worked very hard and showed con- tinued improvement. The only losses the team had enroute to a 10-2 season were both at the hands of Edgar. The 7th grade basketball team, with a win-loss record of 3-9, could have had a disappointing season. However, the plusses of the year were greater than the minuses. In only one of the nine losses was the team blown out of the game. All the players worked hard in practice, and nobody quit the team which is an indication of their loyalty and dedication. Hard work, physical and mental maturity, and proper atti- tude will all contribute to the team’s success in the future. 1. 8th GRADE CHEERLEADERS First Row: Cheerlead- ing Advisor, Mrs. Kundinger, K. Beyer, R. Andrea, G. Kerk- sieck. Top: J. Wissell, D. Griepentrog, A. Freeman. 2. 7th GRADE CHEERLEADERS Bottom: P. Pankratz, S. Graves. Standing: C. Zuege, Cheerleading Advisor, Mrs. Kundinger, C. Mutzner, P. Bymers. Top: J. Hebert. 1 2 3. 7th GRADE BASKETBALL First Row: Coach Denny Christensen, R. Rindfleisch, S. Johnson, C. Jicinsky, K. Kettleborough, B. Cook. Standing: P. Hendricksen, J. Keyes, T. Baumagart- ner, R. Anderson, R. Fleischman, K. Strey, K. Wentzel. 4. 8th GRADE BASKETBALL-First Row: Coach Dale Kundinger, Manager M. Day, T. 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