Spencer High School - Rocket Yearbook (Spencer, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1981 volume:

“Photographs and memories, all that I have are these, to remember you. (jim croce) It is our hope that this yearbook will bring back those special memories, feelings, and moments that were yours. Csonori r« itxTi 005 fl arawo vJ ftt'j r Senior Tow r ■ 1 V Tim L 2 Table of Contents Organizations E 5eniors EE Sports BB 5pecial Events SO Underclassmen 70 5chool Personnel flU Patrons BE □RGRNIZRTDN5 Reps Verte in Favar □F Organizations Student Government could be counted on when support was needed. Money raised from the pop machine was put to good use to buy furniture for the senior lounge and a batting machine for the baseball team. Reps voted to fund students for a yearbook camp and to send the Forensics team to State. The group also sponsored the Winter and Spring Olympics. 2 1. STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFI- CERS: President Bonnie Nelson, Secretary-Treasurer Terry Jicinsky, Vice-President Roger Anderson. 2. Mr. Kretz in a hairpin turn. 3. Broom hockey at its best. 4. STUDENT GOVERNMENT- ROW 1: Tracey Karau, Ann Free- man, Pam Pankratz, Conni Strey, Elaine Caldwell, Dena Bauer, Bonnie Nelson, Advisor Mrs. Zogg. ROW 2: Jeanne Krasselt, Caroline Zuege, Jim Wingert, Roger Anderson, Randy Mess, Jim Sautner, Terry Jicinsky, Deb Luepke, Crystal Mutzner. 8 4 Librarians Rid Dur 5tudieE Our student librarians aided to make the school li- brary very successful. They were often seen checking out at the desk, shelving books, keeping periodicals up to date, and putting up bulletin boards which were both educational and supportive of organizations and athletics. All this hard work was rewarded with a ban- quet on April 6 at Ron's Chuck Wagon. 1. Terry Kromanaker keeps the library running smoothly. 2. LIBRARIANS—ROW 1: Mike Day, Mitch Fait, Greg Oestreich, Dena Bauer, Mary Beyer, Vickie Hederer, Aria Taylor, Ann Burke, Sheri Elsinger, Becky Strey. ROW 2: Jim Waldhart, Lori Taylor, Bonnie Bauer, Bet- ty Pescinski, Karen Wentzel, Pat Beidel, Deb Ellis, Carmen Strebe, Brenda Fleischman, Mrs. Gauger, Lisa Ruhbusch, Ann Freeman. ROW 3: Terry Kromanaker, Vicky Schwantes, Deb Ackman, Vickie Aumann, Sue Beyer, Elaine Caldwell. 3. OFFICERS: Advisor Mrs. Gauger, Secretary Ann Freeman, Vice President Bonnie Bauer, Treasurer Dena Bauer, Student Government Rep. Elaine Cald- well, President Vicky Schwantes. Rochet members Attend Fall UJorhshop Early in September several members of the yearbook staff attended a one-day workshop in Eau Claire. Members became acquainted with new meth- ods in publishing and selling their book. Most of all, those attending came back with enthusiasm to publish a fantastic Rocket. 1. Editor Terry licinsky. Assistant Editor Crystal Mutzner, Advisor Miss Goetsch. 2. Carrie and Janell make it “picture perfect. YEARBOOK STAFF—ROW 1: Terry licinsky, Janell Mellenthin, Crystal |udy Wiersig, Sherry licinsky, Tracy Karau, Nan Hastings. ROW 3: Mutzner, Carrie Rux. ROW 2: Advisor Miss Goetsch, Bonnie Bauer, Lori Taylor, Toni Stephens, Aria Taylor, Elaine Caldwell. PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF—ROW 1: Jackie Hebert, Caroline Zuege, Nan Hastings, Lisa Bauer. ROW 2: Keith Strey, Lynn Mondloch, Rita Lobner. 5H5 Press 5peahs Dut In Editorials The editorial page was one of the most read pages in the school newspaper. It featured many interesting and sometimes controversial topics ranging from the hot lunch program to daily announcements. The Press staff saw a reorganization dur- ing the year, which resulted in a cutback in the number of issues. EDITORS: Diane Gripentrog, Lynelte Wachholz, Elaine Caldwell, Ruhbusch, Lori Taylor, Janell Mellenthin. Vicky Schwantes, Rita Lobner, Joe Burnett, Keith Strey, Lori GENERAL STAFF—ROW 1: Rita Lobner, Lynette Wachholz, Diane Griepentrog, Cry- stal Mutzner, Toni Stephens—EDITOR, Vicky Schwantes, Brenda Beyer, Dena Bauer, Deb Luepke. ROW 2: Caroline Zuege, Janell Mellenthin, Deb Ackman, Vicky Aumann, Elaine Caldwell, Lori Taylor, Barb Podblesek, Candy Seitz, Sherry Jicinsky, Michele Oelrich. ROW 3: Keith Strey, Jim Wingert, Jackie Hebert, Lori Ruhbusch, Terry Jicinsky, Lisa Bauer, Nan Hastings, Joe Brunett, Tracey Karau. Not pictured: Advisor Mr. Wille. 11 fTlusic Is made the Vear Hraund Before any activities for the 1980-81 school year be- gan, the Rocket Band was busy marching throughout the state. At the July 4th Superior Parade they re- ceived Best of Bands, the highest award given. In November the music and drama departments pre- sented the musical Brigadoon. The chorus put in many long and tiring hours to get it all together. The work paid off and brought in three full houses. The Concert Band and Chorus shared their Christ- mas spirit at the annual Christmas Concert. Their se- lections ranged from marches to traditional Christmas carols. Hits from Musicals was the theme for the Fourth Annual Cabaret. Many soles, duets, and other small groups performed as in other years. When spring came, students spent their time prac- ticing for the local and state Solo and Ensembles con- test, in addition to the Pops concert where awards were given out. 1. WOODWINDS —ROW 1: Crystal Mutzner, Danny Oelrich, Brenda Talcott, Kris Beyer, Dan Drews. ROW 2: Scott Carlson, Lisa Bauer, Carmen Strebe, Erin O'Brien, Christine Lipsey, Michelle Oelrich, Conni Strey, Ann Burke, Rochelle Reckner, Vicky Hederer, Kelly Zenner, Carol Nelson. ROW 3: Janell Mellenthin, Jackie Hebert, Diane Griepentrog, Pam Pankratz, Sue Schwebke, Cindy Gripentrog, Marcia Christiansen, Theresa O'Brien, Candy Seitz, Kelly Bue, Ann Freeman, Julie Endreas, Renee Fait. Absent: Dave Sautner. 2. CHORUS —ROW 1: Miss Rickard, Sheri Cramer, Janell Mellenthin, Sherry Jicinsky, Renee Fait, Dori Sandley, Janene Weber, Judy Wiersig, Pam Bymers, Lea Manina, Iva Gifford. ROW 2: Geralyn Kerksieck, Mary Strey, Connie Diers, Phyllis Chemey, Bonnie Nelson, Keith Strey, Jim Wingert, Jeff Wingert, Lisa Ruhbusch, Brenda Fleischman. ROW 3: Chris Jensen, Julie Lokre, Penny Miller, Lori Taylor, Greg Bruss, Wade Vaughan, Chris Nelson, Toni Stephens, Denise Marden, Jayne Lang. ROW 4: Lori Ruhbusch, Nan Hastings, Deb Nelson, Dawn Michalak, Joe Burnett, Mark Stelzl, Scott Pokallus, Glen Kasper, Roger Anderson, Jan Wissell, Carrie Rux, Aria Taylor. 2 BRASS—ROW 1: Becky Strey, Jayne Lang, Julie Lokre, Laurie Gropp, Deb Nelson, Deb Luepke, Ted Strebe, Glen Kaper, Ted Steines, Greg Oestreich, Jim Sautner, Darla Roder, Caroline Zuege, Mike Endreas. ROW 2: Rita Lobner, Bob Pilsner, Judy Jensen, Nan Has- tings, Robby Harrell, Chris Nelson, Roger Anderson, Ted Johnson, Shane Vaughan, Sheri Elsinger, Brenda Beyer, Toni Stephens, Todd Christiansen. 1. FRONT LINE—ROW 1: Dori Sandley, Jan Wissell. ROW 2: Bonnie Nel- son, Pam Bymers, Denise Marden, Terry Kormanaker, Conni Strey. 2. The choir boys sing of their dream girts at Cabaret. 3. Lori Ruhbusch chorus accompanist. 13 PERCUSSION: Connie Diers, Ed Andreae, Tracey Karau, Mark Christman, Lynette Wachholz, Dean Griepentrog, Lori Ruhbusch, Joe Burnett, Lisa Ruhbusch, Jim Wingert, Phyllis Chemey, Kent Be- low. 1. FLAG SQUAD—ROW 1: Sue Schwebke, Sherry Jicinsky, Julie Endreas, Judy Wiersig. ROW 2: Renee Fait, Janese Reckner, Denise Reddy, Colleen Schafer. 2. Concert band perform for a capacity crowd at Cabaret. 3. RIFLE SQUAD—ROW 1: Jackie Hebert, Janell Mellenthin, Rita Lobner, Diane Griepentrog. ROW 2: •Ann Freeman, Pam Pankratz, Candy Seitz, Kelly Bue. •Captain M SWING CHOIR—ROW 1: Greg Bruss, Mary Strey, Chris Nelson, Connie Diers, Jeff Wingert, Janell Mellenthin. ROW 2: Keith Strey, layne Lang, Jim Wingert, Toni Stephens, Joe Burnett, Dori Sandley. ROW 3: Glen Kasper, Carrie Rux, Mark Stelzl, Lori Ruhbusch, Roger Anderson, Jan Wissell, Scott Pokallus, Judy Wiersig. JAZZ BAND—ROW 1: Jayne Lang, Lori Ruhbusch, Tracey Karau, Joe Burnett, Lynette Wachholz, Phyllis Chemey, Mark Christman, Kent Below, Connie Diers. ROW 2: Sue Schwebke, Conni Strey, Lisa Bauer , Dan Drews, Kris Beyer, Brenda Talcott, Scott Carlson, Dave Sautner, Danny Oelrich. ROW 3: Rita Lobner, Julie Lokre, Mike Endreas, Ted Steines, Glen Kasper, Roger Anderson, Chris Nelson, Nan Hastings, Toni Stephens, Sheri Elsinger, Todd Christiansen, Becky Strey, Bob Pilzner. 15 Brigarioan CamEs fllivE The students of the Drama and Music Departments joined forces in the fall to put on the musical Brigadoon, arranged by Fredrick Loewe and written by Allan ). Lemer. The setting was a mythical village in the Scottish Highland which comes to life once every one hundred years. The cast consisted of 45 members with an addition- al 45 students making up the orchestra and various crews. This was one of the largest productions put on in the school's history. Theatrical director was Esther Rannow, vocal direc- tor was Deb Rickard, and instrumental director was lames Weber. 1. Meg (Bonnie Nelson) explains Eighteenth Century romance to left (|oe Burnett). 2. Fiona (Lori Ruhbusch) confesses her attraction to Tommy (|im Wingert). 3. Charlie (Mark Stelzl) tries to stop Harry (Terry Jicinsky) from de- stroying the miracle. 4. Supporting actors steal the scene. 1. The townspeople (chorus) enjoy a Scot- tish fair. 2. leff (Joe Burnett) explains his philosophy on women to Fran (Candy Seitz). 3. Just your everyday Scottish wedding. 4. Jane (Lynn Mondloch) finds that a the- ater production is not all work. 5. Mr. Lundie (Mike Day) captures his audi- ence with the tale of the Brigadoon mi ride. 17 1 1. DRAMA CLUB—ROW 1: Jim Wingert, Roger Anderson. ROW 2: Mike Endreas, Keith Strey, Cindy Reckner, Chris Nelson, Mary Strey, Joyce Meinders, Becky Strey, Ron Roder, Rita Lobner, Mike Day, Doug Krause, Glen Kasper. ROW 3: Advisor Mrs. Rannow, Wanda Boe, Danel Griepentrog, Vickie Darge, Denise Marden, Mona Darge, Kari Neeb, Judy Wiersig, Penny Miller, Lisa Bauer, Julie Endreas, Julie Lockre, Diane Griepentrog, Vicky Schwantes, Renee Fait, Lori Taylor, Connie Shinkle, Terry Jicinsky. ROW 4: Judy Jensen, Deb Ellis, Brenda Fleischman, Phyllis Chemey, Connie Diers, Nan Hastings, Sherry Jicinsky, Tracey Karau, Kelly Zenner, Toni Stephens. ROW 5: Candy Seitz, Deb Luepke, Pat Beidel, Denise Sampson, Michele Oelrich, Erin O'Brien, Lisa Scharbarth, Ann Freeman, Bonnie Nelson, Joe Burnett, Tom Johnson, Jim Sautner, Don Scharbarth, Brent Fosberg. ROW 6: Aria Taylor, Carrie Rux, Geralyn Kerksieck, Lynn Mondloch, Crystal Mutzner, Sue Schwebke, Deb Nelson, Janese Reckner, Lori Ruhbusch, Jayne Lang, Jeanne Krasselt, Brenda Beyer, Sarah Graves, Jackie Hebert, Caroline Zuege, Kevin Neeb, Mark Stelzl. 2. OFFICERS—ROW 1: Director Mrs. Rannow, Secretary-Treasurer Caroline Zuege, Vice President Terry Jicinsky, Student Government Rep. Ann Freeman. ROW 2: Stage Manager Mike Day, President Jim Wingert. 3. Miss Hoadley (Lynn Mondloch) rests after a bout with the bottle. 18 3 30th Production Under Rannoiu The Silver Whistle marked the thirteenth production under the direction of Mrs. Rannow. The play allowed the cast, as well as the audience, to dis- cover the real meaning of youth as stated by Mr. Erwenter: The old dog crawled away to die and hid among the thistle. Then joy and youth came back to him on the note of a Silver Whistle 1. Oliver T. Erwenter (|im Wingert) romanticizes with Miss Tripp (Vicky Schwantes). 2. Emmett (Mike Day) poses the question ot Everyone knows how Dick Whittington felt about his cat, but did you ever wonder how the cat felt? 3. The old folks enjoy some of the simple pleasures of life. 4. Miss Eloadley (Lynn Mondloch) portrays the prow of a ship that hit a reef. The song title, On the Road Again ' could be used to describe the adventures of the FFA. Early in November four members, along with Mr. Kugel, were off to attend the National FFA convention in Kansas City. They were hardly back before it was time to start basketball and par- liamentarian practice. The basketball team's efforts were not as successful as those of the Parly Pro team, which traveled to Madison to participate in state competition. When spring came, the cattle-judging team placed sec- ond at River Falls and went on to compete at state. In April, the Midland Co-op sponsored a two-day trip to Minneapolis for over forty members. When school closed, several members were still making plans for a week at Jag Lake. □n thE Road Again FFA—ROW 1: Brad Bruss, Steve Fleischman, Dena Bauer, Dean Griepentrog, Jim Waldhart. ROW 2: Greg Bruss, Roger Schweke, Mark Bychinski, Ken Wentzel, Pat Hinrichsen, Crystal Mutzner, Mark Stelzl, Kevin Neeb, Andrea Melander, Vickie Aumann, Elaine Caldwell. ROW 3: Scott Cook, Jerome Meacham, Matt Bychinski, Jon Steffenhagen, Bridget Murphy, Sheri Cramer, Perry Hinrichsen, Terry Gallion, Dan Taylor, Chuck Prescinski. ROW 4: Ron Rizzi, Mike Neumann, Tim Hutter, Tom Weidman, Ted Strebe, Ron Butler, Ricky Dietsche, Shane Vaughan, Shawn O'Brien, Dick Wilson. ROW 5: Russ Stemweis, Bruce Leckman, Mike Fischer, Paul Beseler, Kevin Bauer, Wade Vaughan, Steve Anderson, Greg Fleischman, Jim Miller. ROW 6: Jim Fields, Dave Endries, Todd Diers, Randy Ellis, Dave Oestreich, Randy Rindfleisch, Mark Weber, Carl Hoff, Dean Rindfleisch, Advisor Mr. Kugel. 20 4 5 1. PARLY PRO TEAM: Crystal Mutzner, Ken Wentzel, Vickie Aumann, Pat Hinrichsen, Greg Bruss, Steve Gropp. Absent: Andrea Melander. 2. Greenhand initiation—the unexpected delight! 3. FFA OFFICERS: ROW 1: President Crystal Mutzner, Sentinel Kevin Neeb. ROW 2: Reporter Andrea Melander, Treasurer Ken Wentzel, Secretary Mark Stelzl, Vice President Pat Hinrichsen, Advisor Mr. Kugel. 4. Toner scooping in ice cream during National FFA Week. 5. Rick and Pat, so this is what it's like to be a teacher. 6. DAIRY JUDGING TEAM: Brad Bruss and Steve Gropp. 6 21 FHH Initiates First fTlale members 1. Candy Grams, Inc. (Jan Wissell and Don Sandley) delivered Valentine treats to unexpecting. When it was time for new members to sign up for FHA, Brad Cook and Chris Jicinsky were the first boys to join. Throughout the year Brad and Chris were loyal members. February 9-16 was observed as National FHA week. This year members set a day aside for a Super Sundae Sale . The student body could order ice cream sundaes with a choice of var- ious toppings. It was a tantalizing experience! A record breaking amount in Stanley sales and successful ice cream bar sales at noon hour provided the group with money for a successful Parent Banquet at the Holiday Inn in the fall and a trip in the spring. ROW 1: Karen Wentzel, Karen Oelrich, Denise Hutter, Vickie Aumann, Deb Ackman, Lori Taylor, Pam Pankratz, Brad Cook, Chris Jicinsky, Rita Lobner, Lisa Weis. ROW 2: Tina Kromanaker, Mary Ackman, Aria Taylor, Julie Lokre, Julie Endreas, Kelly Zenner, Sherry Jicinsky, Nan Hastings, Tracey Karau, Judy Wiersig, Deb, Nelson, Elaine Caldwell, Erin O'Brien. ROW 3: Carmen Strebe, Ann Burke, Rochelle Reckner, Denise Gennett, Lisa Bauer, Ann Freeman, Diane Griepentrog, Toni Stephens, Deb Luepke, Michele Oelrich, Deb Ellis, Judy Jensen. ROW 4: Phyllis Chemey, Janice Wissell, Don Sandley, Michelle Timm, Denise Reddy, Kelly Bue, Renee Fait, Denise Marden, Jayne Lang, Bonnie Bauer, Cindy Caldwell, Connie Diers. ROW 5: Pat Beidel, Brenda Fleischman, Janese Reckner, Denise Sampson, Jeanne Krasselt, Sarah Graves, Cindy Gripentrog, Brenda Talcott, Carla Schofield, Sheri Cramer, Marie Hoff, Candy Seitz. 22 1. OFFICERS: Editor-Historian Lisa Weis, Secretary-Parliamentarian Pam Pankratz, President Candy Seitz, Vice-President Deb Luepke, Treasurer Bonnie Bauer. Not pic- tured: Advisor Mrs. Rose. SCENES FROM FHA WEEK 2. Lori Ruhbusch showed off her prize-win- ning Valentine. 3. FHA members made ''Super Sundaes for students. 4. Ann Freeman won the Treasure Hunt. 5. Non-FHA members enjoyed eating the ice cream sundaes. 9 2 3 Pure Gold far Forensics at 5tate Forensics Coach, Mrs. Knauf, reached a milestone in her coach- ing career this year when Lynette Wachholz became her first forensics student to achieve four consecutive A ratings in State competition. The rest of the team, although few in number, also did very well. Vicky Schwantes competed as far as District level and Terry (icinsky and Crystal Mutzner competed in State compe- tition, both were awarded A ratings. 1. lynette Wachholz explains the various ways of cop- ing with stress. 2. FORENSICS TEAM—Terry Jicinsky, Declamation; Cry- stal Mutzner, Prose Reading; Lynette Wachholz, Public Address; Mrs. Knauf. Absent: Vicky Schwantes, Prose Reading. 3. Vicky Schwantes read of the lovelorn. 4. Crystal Mutzner entertains with a sentimental story of a dying dog. 24 3 4 fTlath Teams Have Fun UJhen They Compete This year's math teams took a less serious approach to their math competition qt UW-Stevens Point. Spencer was represented by a group of 22 students led by Mr. Christensen. These students com- peted in the areas of Trigonom- etry, Advanced Algebra, and Ge- ometry. 1. TRIG—ROW 1: Ann Freeman, Kris Beyer. ROW 2: Lynette Wachholz, Tom Johnson, Advisor Mr. Christensen, Brent Fosberg. ROW 3: Deb Luepke, Sue Beyer, Todd Weister, Keith Mondloch. 2. ADVANCED ALGEBRA—ROW 1: Scott Carlson, Todd Baumgartner, Pat Hinrichsen. ROW 2: Brad Cook, Janene Weber, Scott Johnson. Absent: Roger Anderson. 3. GEOMETRY—ROW 1: Bill Stephens, Todd Schwantes, Gregg Gilhausen. ROW 2: Brad Bruss, Kent Below. ROW 3: David Hebert, Ted Johnson. REmEmBEPi SHEETERDRSH Scott Abbott LIVE TDDRV Bonnie Bauer REACH DUT FDR TDFT1DRRDIU (CLASS MOTTO) 28 Debra Ackman Renee Andreae Vickie Aumann Dena Bauer Kris Beyer Sue Beyer 29 Michelle Brandt Joe Burnett Matt Bychinski Harold Chaney Gary Cook Vickie Darge Diane Griepentrog Terry Jicinsky Tom Johnson 30 Michael Day Ann Freeman Danel Griepentrog Glen Kasper Geralyn Kerksieck Tim Karau 31 Douglas Krause Steve Krug Steve Larkin Janell Mellenthin Jill Mondloch Michael Oelrich Charles Pescinski Barb Podbelsek Ronald Roder Lori Ruhbusch Dori Sandley 33 James Sautner ■ t ) Donald Scharbarth Cindy Seefeld Candy Seitz Toni Stephens James Waldhart Richard Wilson Todd Weister 34 Randy Schofield Vicky Schwantes Tim Strebe Jim Wingert Loriann Taylor PICTURES NOT AVAILABLE Elaine Caldwell Iva Gifford Jon Zahn Jeffrey Schwantes Janice Wissell Lynette Wachholz 35 “Hll That I Can Be The Class of 1981 chose to have classmates give the graduation addresses this year. Joe Burnett's humerous speech reminisced of days in the classroom from kindergarten to the Senior trip. Jim Wingert stressed the importance of sports in the lives of the gradu- ates. He highlighted on the conference football championship and the pride of the girls' basketball team at State. Lynette Wachholz's speech summed up the mood of the evening. She focused on the motto chosen by the class and stated that all classmates must live out the title of their song, All That I Can Be. A new scholarship was added to the list of those given in previous years. The Wayne Gehrke Memorial Award was presented to the outstanding student in Science and Math. CLASS COLORS Light Blue, Silver CLASS FLOWER White Rose Tipped Blue CLASS MOTTO Remember Yesterday, Live Today, Reach Out For Tomorrow INVOCATION BENEDICTION Rev. Charies Strong STUDENT ADDRESSES Joe Burnett Jim Wingert Lynette Wachholz HONOR STUDENTS Lynette Wachholz Deb Luepke Kris Beyer Vicky Schwantes Steve Gallion Lori Ruhbusch Ann Freeman LION OUTSTANDING STUDENT Lynette Wachholz LION OUTSTANDING ATHLETE Ann Freeman Jim Sautner E. J. THEUS MEMORIAL Kris Beyer Steve Gallion UNSUNG HERO Bonnie Bauer Scott Abbott WAYNE GEHRKE MEMORIAL Steve Gallion 37 39 Conference Champs □□minate Hll-Canference Team Determination and drive brought the conference crown to Spencer. The Rockets finished the season with an 8-0 conference record and took the lead in both defense and offense. Eight players were named to the All-Conference team. Roger Anderson was picked as a Channel 7 All-Star and Don Scharbarth received honorable mention. i Ufa r. V 1 VARSITY—ROW t Scott Carlson, Karl Johnson. Brad Cook. Manager Brian Dalknann. Dave Endhes. Scott Johnson. Jeff Wingert. ROW 2: Coach Sautner. Harold Hansen, Chris Jkinskv. Tom lohnson. Jim Wingert. Wade Vaughan, Joe Boe, Coach Dumler. ROW i: Coach Christensen, Jim Sautner, Tim Karau. Todd Johnson, Doug Krause. Jon Steffenhagen, Keith Mondloeh. Brent Fosberg. Coach Bukowski. ROW 4: Kevin Bauer. Galen Wiersig, Steve Anderson. Don Scharbarth, Joe Burnett. Con Bruce. Randv Matter, Todd Schss antes. ROW S; Pal Lekie, Mark Stelzl, Roger Anderson. Sieve Gabon. Todd Baumgartner. Jeff Day. Ron Roder. Bob Hetschman. Dan Foth. a0 1. Spencer's championship form. 2. By golly, we did it again! 3. ALT-CONFERENCE—ROW 1: Roger Ander- son, offense and defense; Tim Karau, offense; Don Scharbarth, offense; Wade Vaughan, de- fense. ROW 2: |im Sautner, defense; Brent Fosberg, defense; Tom lohrrson, defense; Jim Wingert, offense. 4. Anticipating another touchdown. Spencer 14 Marion 20 OT 41 Volleyball Team Goes For It Go for it was the popular saying heard in the gym during volleyball season, and that is just what the girls did. They won their own quadrangular in November and went on to tie Edgar for second place in the Marawood. Having a good year were Lynette Wachholz and co-captains Dena Bauer and Daine Griepentrog. Lynette led the team in scoring with 162 points and in spikes with 34. All three were given All- Conference recognition. SCOREBOARD™ [SPENCE! ,24 flit 1. VARSITY—ROW 1: Lisa Wies, Lynette Wachholz, Diane Griepentrog. ROW 2: Kris Beyer, Brenda Beyer, Ann Freeman, Coach Fenske. ROW 3: Marcia Christiansen, Deb Nelson, Dena Bauer, Barb Podbelsek. 2. ALL-CONFERENCE RECIPIENTS: Diane Griepentrog—second team, Lynette Wachholz—first team, Dena Bauer—second team. 3. SENIORS: Ann Freeman, Kris Beyer, Daine Griepentrog, Lynette Wachholz, Dena Bauer, Barb Podbelsek. 42 2 JUNIOR VARSITY—ROW 1: Kelly Zenner, Kelly Bue, Sarah Graves, Coach Beyer, Tracey Karau, Jeanne Krasselt, Judy Wiersig. ROW 2: Sherry Jicinsky, Denise Sampson, Janese Reckner, Jackie Hebert. 1. Crystal Mutzner and Pam Pancratz, stat- isticians; Toni Stephens, manager. 2. Sherry Jicinsky sets for a spike in J.V. ac- tion. 3. FRESHMEN—ROW 1: Ann Burke, Lisa Bauer, Kari Neeb, Becky Strey, Denise Gennett, ROW 2: Penny Miller, Joyce Meinders, Coach Deanna Stephens, Julie Endreas, Nan Hastings. 43 SC ORf BOARD Spencer Spencer Spencer Spencer spencer Sueoct-r f Fde afhon antop Spencer OT Spencer Spencer OT Spencer Spencer Spencer Spencer Spencer rr 57 80 55 72 Athens Tournaments 74 Loyal . 48 A4 Greenwood 56 Marathon 70 PiachEts 12- DvErall, 1. Tim Meyer hits a bonus shot. 2. MANAGERS AND STATISTICIANS: Randy Ramker, Randy Rindfleisch, Michele Oelrich, Keith Strey, Lori Taylor. 3. JV—ROW 1: Randy Reckner, Chris Jicinsky, Brad Cook, Todd Johnson, Dave Ruhbusch, Greg Fleischman. ROW 2: Pat Lekie, Gregg Gilhausen, Jeff Griepentrog, Corey Bruce, Scott Pokallus, Ga- len Wiersig, Tim Meyer, Coach Christensen. 4. FRESHMEN—ROW 1: Kent Johnson, Randy Reckner, Perry Hinrichsen. ROW 2: Greg Fleischman, Terry Gallion, Greg Oestreich. ROW 3: Coach Christensen, Jeff Pokallus, Mike Endreas, Jeff Griepentrog. 4 44 Lose 2 in DT The scoreboard on the opposite page does not reflect the true effort put out by the boys' squad. When the second round of the season came, the guys were determined to knock Marathon and Edgar out of their one-two spots. Both games went into overtime, with the Rockets coming up short. After beating Loyal and Green- wood in Sub-regionals, the Rockets lost a third time to Marathon in Regional action. Ron Roder was selected to second team All-Conference and Todd Baumgartner and Jim Sautner received honorable mention. High individuals were Todd Baumgartner with 263 points and Ron Roder with 180 rebounds. 1. Ron Roder hits two. 2. Todd Baumgartner goes for another rebound. 3. VARSITY—ROW 1: Scott Johnson, Gregg Gilhausen, Brent Fosberg, Jim Sautner, Doug Krause. ROW 2: Coach Pile, Glen Kasper, Dan Foth, Ron Roder, Todd Baumgartner, Roger Anderson, Bill Stephens, Pat Lekie. 4. SENIORS: Doug Krause, Brent Fosberg, Ron Roder, Jim Sautner, Glen Kasper. 45 march madriEss LEads ta fTladisan Despite numerous ups and downs, the Rocket girls posted a regular season record of 10-8 giving them a respectable fourth place finish in the conference. But it was tournament time that seemed to prime the Rocket team. The girls tallied six straight wins, includ- ing victories over unbeaten Almond and defending Class C champion Lena, to earn them a berth in the state tournament in Madison. The Rockets then found themselves pitted against Marawood Conference rival, Prentice. This Spencer-Prentice semi-final matchup 1. VARSITY—ROW 1: Dena Bauer, Rita Lobner, Kris Beyer, ROW 2: Sarah Craves, Andrea Melander, Coach Fenske, Diane Griepentrog, Ann Freeman. ROW 3: Deb Nelson, Barb Podbelsek, Deb Luepke, Marcia Christiansen, Lynette Wachholz. 2. Sectional Champs! 3. The Lettermen caught everyone's eye at State. 46 SCOREBOARD Spencer W 37 Prentice 71 Spencer 40Abby 35 Spencer 53 Stratford 57 Spencer 43 M Lake M Spencer 62 PittsviV 50 Soencer 67 Edgar 57 Spencer 67 Marathon 33 Spencer 61 Granton 23 Spencer 64 Prentice 77 Spencer 7 Athens 19 Spencer 57 Abby to Spencer , « Rib Lake 51 Spencer 52 Stratford 55 Spencer 52 PittsviBe SO Spencer 43 Marathon 3« Spencer 59 Granton 34 Spencer 75 Athens 20 Spencer Tournaments 63 Loyai 39 Spencer 75 Greenwood 52 Spencer 58 Edgar 39 Spencer 52 Abby 50 Spencer 47 Almond 36 Spencer 49 Lena 45 Spencer State 43 Prentice 56 proved to be the last game for nine seniors as the Rockets lost 56-43, closing the season with a 16-9 record. Senior Ann Freeman was high scorer for the year with 356 points; Dena Bauer led in rebounding with 155. Ann Freeman was chosen second team All-Con- ference, while Dena Bauer and Diane Griepentrog re- ceived honorable mention. Griepentrog was also named to the Class C All-Tournament Team. 1. JV—ROW 1: Becky Strey, Phyllis Chemey. ROW 2: Darla Roder, Brenda Talcott, Pal Beidel, Lisa Ruhbusch. ROW 3: Coach Beyer, Ann Burke, Tracey Karau, Janese Reckner, Sheri Elsinger, Joyce Meinders. ROW 4: Jeanne Krasselt, Brenda Beyer. 2. Starling five introduced at the fieldhouse. 3. STATICIANS and MANAGERS: Christine Lipsey, Denise Gennett, Ro- chelle Reckner, Lori Ruhbusch. 4. SENIORS—ROW 1: Diane Griepentrog, Rita Lobner, Dena Bauer. ROW 2: Ann Freeman, Andrea Melander, Barb Podbelsek, Deb Luepke, Lynette Wachhloz, Kris Beyer. 47 HlatmEn REcard Paints Fit 5tatE The loss of four wrestlers to graduation, the injuries to this years' team, and two forfeited weight classes didn't hold back the squad from doing well. The grapplers finished with a 4-2 con- ference record and a 7-3 overall record. These records helped the team receive an honorable men- tion in state wrestling polls. Four Rockets advanced from the Spencer Regionals (Scott Carlson— 112, Jeff Wingert—119, Jim Wingert—138, Mark Stelzl—185) to wrestle at Weyauwega. There Scott and Jim won championships and qualified for the state tour- ney. Both finished in third place in Class C and registered the first points for SHS at Madison. Congratulations were given to Jim Wingert for being named the Most Valuable Wrestler in the Marawood Conference and to Coach Zenner for Coach of the Year. 1. WRESTLERS—ROW 1: Kevin Neeb, Jeff Wingert, Scott Carlson, Tom Cook, Todd Christiansen. ROW 2: Shane Vaughan, Tom Strebe, Mark Stelzl, Jim Wingert, Wade Vaughan. ROW 3: David Beyer, Ted Strebe, Steve Fleischman, Rob Harrell, Rick Dietsche. Absent: Tom Johnson. 2. Scott Carlson moves tor a win at Regionals. 3. Senior—Tom Johnson. 4. Senior—Jim Wingert. 2 1. TOURNAMENT WRESTLERS—ROW 1: Jeff Wingert, (Sectional), Scott Carlson (State), ROW 2: Mark Stelzl (Sectional), Jim Wingert (State). 2. WRESTLING HELPERS—ROW 1: Sue Scwebke, Lisa Bauer, Nan Hastings, Judy Wiersig, Jayne Lang, Jadee Larkin, Denise Marden, Brian Dallmann, Linda Hoefs, Kelly Zenner. Absent: Kelly Bue, Pat Beidel, Penny Miller. 3. Mark Stelzl looks back for a bit of advice. 4. Jeff Wingert sized up his Loyal opponent during Regional ac- tion. 4 49 TrachstErs Rre Tough In fTlarawaad fflEEts To highlight a season of record breaking, the team finished an impressive third in the conference meet. School records broken were: Roger Anderson—shot and discus, Todd Baumgartner—high jump, Don Scharbarth—100 and 200 yard dashes, Pat Lekie—long jump, Keith Strey—two mile run, Doug Krause—one mile run, and the Johnson, Bauer, Lekie, Scharbarth in the 800 relay. TRACK—ROW 1: Kent Johnson, Todd Schwantes, Shawn O'Brien, Greg Fleischman, Brian Mondloch. ROW 2: Mark Stelzl, Scott Carison, Jeff Wingert, Keith Strey, Jim Wingert, Bob Fleischman. ROW 3: Judy Wiersig, Keith Mondloch, Doug Krause, Glen Kasper, Todd Baumgartner, Kevin Bauer, Steve Anderson, Pat Lekie, Tom Johnson, Coach Bukowski. Absent: Don Scharbarth, Roger Anderson, Lisa Scharbarth. 1. Doug Krause hangs tough in the mile. 2. Todd Baumgartner clears 6'2 . V ■ 1. The team enjoys a tailgate party at the baseball game. 2. SENIORS: jim Wingert, Keith Mondloch, Glen Kasper, Doug Krause, Tom Johnson. 3. Tom Johnson takes a early lead in the high hurdles. 4. Kent Johnson is caught preparing for his event. 51 TRACK: ROW 1: Ann Burke, Conni Slrey, Penny Miller, Julie Lokre, Kris Beyer, Julie Endreas. ROW 2: Diane Griepentrog, Pat Beidel, Cheryl Sandley, Denise Marden, Marcia Christiansen, Dena Bauer, Judy Jensen. ROW 3: Coach Zenner, Michele Day, Paula Gilhausen, Lisa Bauer, Sherry Jicinsky, Brenda Beyer, Coach Beyer. ROW 4: Sheri Elsinger, Daria Roder, Joyce Meinders, Kelly Zenner, Deb Ellis, Janese Reckner, Ann Freeman, Jeanne Krasselt. Sheri Elsinger discusses the meet with Coach Zenner. MANAGERS: ROW 1: Laurie Gropp, Jayne Lang. ROW 2: Terry Kromanaker, Cindy Caldwell, Rochelle Reckner, Elaine Caldwell. Girls Breah Five Records at Athens This year's team was a very young one; 20 out of 25 members were underclassmen. Although the team was young, it had great depth and set six new school records, five of them being at the Athens Invitational. Ann Freeman set a new record in the mile and 2 mile runs, Diane Griepentrog broke the 200m low hurdles record, Julie Endreas broke the 200m run record, and Marcia Christianson broke both shot and discus records. 1. SENIORS—Ann Freeman, Dena Bauer, Kris Beyer, Diane Griepentrog. 2. Kelly forgets her chair. 3. Ann concentrating on her strides. 4. Marcia getting a second opinion. 53 Pitching machine Builds Thanks to the Student Government, the Baseball Team was able to buy a pitching machine; something they had wanted for a long time. Besides having improved their batting, the Rockets had a well-balanced pitching crew of Gary Cook, Jim Sautner, and Corey Bruce. The team showed their tough offense and defense when Gary Cook pitched a no-hitter against Marathon (15-0) and Dan Foth brought in four runs on a grand-slam in the same game. BASEBALL—ROW 1: Todd Schalow, Jeff Griepentrog, Greg Oeslreich, Randy Reckner, Mike Endreas. ROW 2: |oe Burnell, |im Sautner, Gregg Gilhausen, Brad Cook, Sieve Larkin, Chris Jicinsky, Brent Fosberg, |adee Larkin, Scoll Johnson. ROW 3: Coach Christensen, Manager Brian Dallmann, Bill Stephens, Corey Bruce, Dan Foth, Randy Matter, Gary Cook. Absent: Kevin Pankratz, Dave Sautner, Tim Karau. Canf idEnce in Batters SCOREBOARD 1. Brent Fosberg keeps the pitching machine going for those at bat. 2. SENIORS—ROW 1: Gary Cook, Joe Burnett. ROW 2: Steve Larkin, Jim Sautner, Brent Fosberg. 3. STATISTICIANS: Pam Pankratz, Lynn Mondloch, Rita Lobner. Spencer 1 Stratford 4 Spencer 3 Granton 5 55 Cheerleaders Boast 5chaal 5pirit Being the leaders of school spirit wasn't always the easi- est, but the cheerleaders gave it their best shot as they cheered at the games and sponsored pep rallys. 1. ADVISORS: Miss Harrell and Miss Rickard. 2. JV BASKETBALL—TOP TO BOTTOM: Julie bndreas, Julie Lokre, Penny Miller. FOOTBALL—ROW 1: Rita Lobner, Jackie Hebert, Caroline Zuege, Renee Fait. ROW 2: Kelly Bue, Pam Pankratz, Tracey Karau. 56 1. VARSITY BASKETBALL—TOP TO BOTTOM: Crystal Mutzner, Jackie Hebert, Caroline Zuege, Conni Strey. 2. JV WRESTLING: Laurie Gropp, Vickie Hederer, Aria Taylor. 5-Club S DGH SupplEment flthlEtics The S-Club and OGA spent half of this year making money and the other half spending it. Both groups sold concessions at the winter sports events but went their separate ways when it came to spending it. The S-Club pur- chased some new weights for the weightlifting machine and supplies for the football team. The OGA took on a big project and bought hairdryers for the girls' lockerroom. The groups also co-sponsored the athletic banquet. 1. Coke, Sprite, Popcorn or Me? 2. S-CLUB—ROW 1: Student Government Rep. Jim Wingert. ROW 2: Vice President Brent Fosberg, Treasurer |im Sautner, President Don Scharbarth, Secretary Tom Johnson. S-CLUB—ROW 1: Advisor Mr. Bukowski, Jim Wingert, Brent Fosberg, Steve Anderson, Don Scharbarth, Kevin Bauer, Wade Vaughan, Roger Anderson, Joe Burnett. ROW 2: Doug Krause, Tim Karau, Keith Mondloch, Pat Lekie, Glen Kasper, Tom John- son, Ron Roder, Jim Sautner. ROW 3: Dan Foth, Bill Stephens, Cory Bruce, Jeff Wingert, Scott Carlson, Todd Baumgartner, Mark Stelzl, Keith Strey. ROW 4: Ed Andreae, Brad Cook, Jadee Larkin, Randy Rindfleisch, Brian Dallmann. 58 OGA OFFICERS: Secretary-Treasurer Deb Luepke, President Lynette Wachholz, Vice President Diane Griepentrog, Student Government Rep. Dena Bauer. OGA—ROW 1: Kris Beyer, Lynette Wachholz, Barb Podbelsek, Diane Griepentrog, Vickie Aumann, Toni Stephens, Crystal Mutzner. ROW 2: Marcia Christiansen, Elaine Caldwell, Ann Freeman, Lisa Scharbarth, Deb Nelson, Bonnie Bauer, Dena Bauer, Pam Pankratz. ROW 3: Julie Endreas, Jeanne Krasselt, Brenda Beyer, Deb Luepke, Janene Weber, Kelly Zenner, Andrea Melander, Advisor Miss Fenske. 59 Kelly Zenner helps out a young customer. Special Events 4 + til 61 New Events at HC T-shirt, sunglasses, and hat day, along with bib day, were additions to Homecoming Week. The always pop- ular slave auction had a sideshow—Jim Wingert bit the head off a live frog. On Friday, game day, students donned the school colors. During the pep rally, the winners of the activities were announced. The Seniors' Blue Jay Jailhouse won first in hall decorations. OGA won the mini-float contest for the second year in a row. The faculty won the skit competition with a por- trayal of Coach Bu on the morning of a big game. When game time rolled around, the rain was pouring down. But that didn't dampen the Rockets' plans, they beat the Blue Jays 40-0. 1. Don't I get a nickel back? 2. Just Waitin' for Their Dearies HOMECOMING COURT—SITTING: King Ron Roder and Queen Becky Slrey. STANDING: Sophomore Rep Pat Lekie escorting Penny Miller, Senior Rep |im Wingert escorting Tracey Karau, Senior Rep Tom Johnson escorting Paula Gilhausen, Junior Rep Todd Baumgartner escorting Michele Oelrich, Freshmen Rep David Sautner escorting Julie Lokre. 62 1. Freshmen Mike Endreas and Brian Mondloch model the latest fashions. 2. Coach Bu dreams on with Coach Chris in the teachers' skit. 3. Bob Pilzner is sold at the annual slave auction. 4. Final Homecoming touchdown makes the score 40-0. 5. The bars from the Senior jailhouse boggle Doug Kruase's eyes. 63 Spring Thaw During UJintErfEst Warm weather played havoc with the events scheduled during Winterfest, February 18-20. As the temperature climbed into the 50's, hope for having a snow-sculpture contest soon melted away. The only snow to be found were the snowflakes made by students—pic- ture 1. Thursday afternoon classes were cancelled in order to hold the broom hockey tournament. When the final buzzer blew, there were a lot of sore muscles, scraped shins, and a happy bunch of seniors from winning. 1 2. Tracey Karau wailing for a sweeping move. 3. Randy Ramker and Russ Slernweis chow down on Donut Day. 4. Seniors face-off against the Sophomores. 5. lunior boys prove they have spirit too. Spring Olympics ITInves inside Rainy, cool weather did not hamper the fun students had at this year's Spring Olympics, which was held in the gym. Friday afternoon, April 24, was set aside for the big event. This was first time since 1979 that the Spring Olympics was held; the Class of '81 came out on top as they did then. Many of the old favorites, such as the tricycle race, egg toss, water-balloon relay, and gunny sack race, were held along with a new event of banana eating. 1. A leather's work is never done. 2. 1,2,3, pull. 3. Don't drop it now, you'll be all washed up. 4. I love bananas. 2 Chris Jicinsky waits for the tide to roll in. 66 Junior girls relax in the shade of their palm trees. Foz and Jadee go deep-sea fishing to catch the big one. ULIe Want to Go Hawiian Brad Cook and Pam Pankratz were crowned King and Queen of the Junior Prom held on May 9. Couples were welcomed into an Hawaiian atmosphere accented by cho- sen colors of purple, lavender, and white. The theme song of Keep On Loving You was performed by Whoz Play- ing. The highlight of the evening came when the tide rolled in and the surfers went out. Mr. Christensen, Brent Fosberg, and Jadee Larkin rode the waves beneath their surfboards, alias the walking bridge. 1. Royalty Brad Cook and Pam Pankratz. 2. COURT: Wade Vaughan escorting Caroline Zuege, Roger Anderson es- corting Deb Nelson, Queen Pam Pankratz, Miniature King and Queen Blake tlsinger and Amy Bauer, King Brad Cook, Carrie Rux escorted by Scott Carlson, Chris lensen escorted by Kevin Bauer. Lang Hours, Hard Work And Dedication PaLj Dff 1. BADGER BOY: Roger Anderson. 2. BADGER GIRL: Sue Schwebke (alternate). Crystal Mutzner. 3. BAND AWARDS: Director Mr. Weber, John Phillip Sousa Award Winner—Lynnette Wachholz, Louis Armstrong Jazz Award Winner— Jim Sautner. 4. CHORUS AWARDS: National Choral Award Winner—Bonnie Nel- son, Swing Choir Award—Jim Wingert, Frederic Chopan Piano Award—Lori Ruhbusch, Director Miss Rickard. 5. RAY HARRELL DRAMA AWARD: Terry Jicinsky. 6. MARSHFIELD NEWS HERALD OUTSTANDING ATHLETES: Roger Anderson, Ann Freeman. ELKS AWARDS: ROW 1: Home Economics—Bonnie Nelson, Business—Jan Wissell. ROW 2: Music—Lori Ruhbusch, Math—Lynette Wachholz, Girl Athlete— Diane Griepentrog, Art—Dena Bauer, Agriculture—An- drea Melander. ROW 3: Social Science—Scott Abbott, English—Joe Burnett, Industrial Arts—Keith Mondloch, Boy Athlete—Jim Wingert, Science—Jim Sautner. Ab- sent: Foreign Language—Vicky Schwantes. 69 Underclassmen 71 Mary Ackman Roger Anderson Sieve Anderson Kevin Bauer Todd Baumgartner Brenda Beyer Mary Beyer Wanda Boe Greg Bruss Pam Bymers Scott Carison Marcia Christiansen Brad Cook Brian Dallmann Vicky Dietsche Dave Endries Bob Fleischman Steve Foth Sarah Graves Jackie Hebert Pat Hinrichsen Linda Hoefs Cart Hoff Sarah and Jackie caught raiding the frig. Dawn Hutter Denise Hutter Chris Jensen Chris Jicinsky Karl Johnson Scott Johnson Keith Kettleborough Tina Kromanaker Mark is DRESSED to kill. 73 CLASS OFFICERS: President Kevin Bauer, Secretary Lisa Weis, Vice President Brenda Beyer, Treasurer Bob Fleischman. Wade Vaughan lanene Weber Mark Weber Lisa Weis Karen Wenlzel Ken Wenlzel Lisa Wolfe Caroline Zuege Lisa Landwehr Jadee Larkin Jerome Meachman Jim Miller Lynn Mondloch Crystal Mutzner Kevin Neeb Deb Nelson Erin O'Brien Karen Oelrich Kim Oelrich Michele Oelrich Dave Oestreich 75 NOT PICTURED: Dawn Michalak Ed Andreae Pat Beidel Kent Below Paul Beseler Kevin Beyreis Joe Boe Cory Bruce Brad Bruss Kelly Bue Carol Bundick Bob Bundick Mark Bychinski Phyllis Chemey Scott Cook Mona Darge Jeff Day Connie Diers Todd Diers Deb Ellis Julie Endreas Renee Fait Brenda Fleischman Steve Fleischman Dan Foth Gregg Gilhausen Steve Gropp Harold Hansen Nan Hastings David Hebert Lyle Heisler Joel Jensen Judy Jensen Sherry Jicinsky Ted Johnson Todd Johnson 76 i CLASS OFFICERS: Treasurer Joel Jensen, Vice President Jeff Wingert, President Gregg Gilhausen, Secretary Kelly Bue. 77 Gregg shows true Sophomore grit. NOT PICTURED: Dean Ress Erik Kann Tracey Karau Jeanne Krasselt Jayne Lang Pat Lekie Lea Manina Denise Marden Randy Matter Tim Meyer Scott Miller Lloyd Mueller Kurt Murphy Kari Neeb Mike Neumann Jeff Pescinski Rob Pue Cindy Reckner Janese Reckner Denise Reddy Ron Rizzi Denise Sampson Cheryl Sandley Colleen Schafer Todd Schwantes Roger Schweke Connie Schinkle |on Steffenhagen Ted Steines Bill Stephens Carmen Strebe Mary Strey Michelle Timm John Welsh Galen Wiersig Judy Wiersig Jeff Wingert Kelly Zenner 79 Do you have any better ideas? Doug Abbott Lisa Bauer Dave Beyer Ann Burke Ron Butler Cindy Caldwell Todd Christiansen Mark Christman Tom Cook Sheri Cramer Greg Dallmann John Dick Ricky Dietsche Dan Drews Sheri Elsinger Mike Endreas Mike Fischer Greg Fleischman Terry Gallion Denise Gennett Dean Griepentrog Jeff Griepentrog Cindy Gripentrog Laurie Gropp Robbie Harrell Sherrie Hebert Vickie Hederer Dave Hewitt Perry Hinrichsen Marie Hoff Tim Hutter Don Jakel Kent Johnson Danny Kobs Pam Kolb Terry Kromanaker Larry Lang Bruce Leek man ( ristine I ipse Julie I ok re Joyce Meindert Randy Mess Penny Miller Margaret Minsaas Marty Minsaas Brian Mondloch Bridget Murphy Carol Nelson Shawn O'Brien Theresa O'Brien Danny Oelrich Judy Oelrich Greg Oestreich Kevin Pankratz Betty Pescinski Bob Pilsner Jeff Pokallus Randy Ramker Randy Reckner Rochelle Reckner Darla Roder Lisa Ruhbusch Dave Sautner Todd Schalow Carla Schofield Curt Stafford Russ Stemweis Ted Strebe Becky Strey Conni Strey Brenda Talcott Aria Taylor Shane Vaughan Tom Weidman Balinda White 82 NOT PICTURED: Michelle Day, Paula Gilhausen 83 CLASS OFFICERS: Secretary Sheri Elsinger, Vice President Becky Strey, President Todd Christiansen, Treasurer Lisa Ruhbusch. Faculty Broadens □ur Horizons 1. Geraldine Smith, AV and Social Studies. 2. Joseph Colletti, Principal and James Di Ulio, Superintendent. 3. lean Zogg, Guidance Counselor. 2 4. SCHOOL BOARD—ROW 1: David Boock, Joannne Melander, Elroy Huber. ROW 2: Loraine Cook, Allen Seitz. 1. Denny Christenson and Steve Christensen, Math. 2. Judith Rose, Home Economics. 3. Charles Kugel, Agriculture. 4. Bruce Bukowski, Boys Physical Education. 5. Joy Goetsch and Marion Adler, Business Education. 87 1. Esther Rannow, English. 2. |ohn Zenner, Don Anderson and Vernon Fait, Industrial Education. 3. Bob Pilz, English. 4. Dave Willie, English and Social Studies. 5. Florence Knauf, Social Studies and English. 1 2 3 88 1. Kenneth Bukowski, Art. 2. James Weber, Instrumental Music. 3. Kathy Schalk, Special Education. 4. Linda Fenske, Girts Physical Education. 5. Deb Rickard, Vocal and Instrumental Music. 6. James Sautner, Charles Kretz, Science. 89 1. Pat Stephens, Administrative Secretary. 2. 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