Spencer High School - Rocket Yearbook (Spencer, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1987 volume:

Just A Touch Of Class 1987 Rocket Spencer High School Spencer, WI 54479 Volume XXXII Table Of Contents Organizations ..................................................6 Underclassmen .................................................24 Special Events ............................................... 37 Sports ........................................................48 Seniors ........................................................70 2 3 4 5 Just A Beginning For The Forensics Team The forensics team got an early start in practice this year, beginning in December. The program continued to expand, with over forty students by the time of the local contest. Of these, thirty-eight traveled to Pittsville on February 24 to take part in the sub-district contest. Much to the delight of coach Mrs. Knauf, and new assistant coach Mr. Heuer, everyone qualified for the District contest at Stevens Point on March 25. From there, thirty- two went on to State at Madison. Three Public Speakers won the coveted gold medal for critics choice , Audra Rux for the second time, Kaye Zimmerman and Carol Kolb. cn«ir� n 2 1. ROW 1: Michelle Cherney, Brenda Kenyon. Keresa Boehnen, Kaye Zimmerman. Renee Mellenthin, Kiteena Larkin, Brenda Lan- greck, Vickie Jacobitz, Mrs. Knauf. ROW 2: Mr. Heuer, Wendy Beyreis, Kim DeBuhr, Carol Kolb, Charotte Hederer, Denise Neu- mann, Amy Krause, Lisa Kibbel, ROW 3: Sue Hildebrandt, Carrie Wright. Roxann Wilke, Wendy Dallmann, Kathy Sundell, Linda Boock, Patti Kurg, Michelle Melander. ROW 4: Tim Boock, Carrie Seefeldt, Heather Pryer, Ceana Mellenthin. Audra Rux, Lester Bainer, Cindy Wiersig. ROW 5: Cary Hildebrandt, Chris Zollner, Chad Neumann, Shane Elsinger, John Ault. ROW 6: Doug Kroen- ing, Brian Langreck, Greg Hederer. 2. PROSE-POETRY: Roxann Wilke, Michelle Melander, Cindy Wiersig. ROW 2: Carrie Wright, Wendy Beyreis. ROW 3: Lester Bainer. 3. PLAT ACTING: ROW 1: Chris Zollner, Heather Pryer, Carrie Seefeldt, Cary Hildebrandt. ROW 2: Doug Kroening, Brian Lan- greck. 4. GROUP DISCUSSION: ROW 1: Vickie Jacobitz, Renee Mel- lenthin. Kiteena Larkin, Brenda Langreck, Patti Krug. ROW 2: Char- lotte Hederer, Denise Neumann, Amy Krause. 5. SPECIAL OCCASION: ROW 1: Lisa Kibbel, FOUR MINUTE SPEECH: Tim Boock, PUBLIC ADDRESS: Geana Mellenthin. SOLO ACTING: Audra Rux. ROW 2: FARRAGO: Sue Hildebrandt. DEMONSTRATION: Wendy Dalmann, ORIGINAL: Kathy Sun- dell, ORATION: Linda Boock. 6. GROUP DISCUSSION AND STORYTELLING: ROW 1: Brenda Kenyon, Michelle Cherney, Kim DeBuhr, Carol Kolb, Keresa Boeh- nen, Kaye Zimmerman. ROW 2: Chad Neumann, John Ault, Shane Elsinger, Greg Hederer. 6 7 Bands Win Awards The band had a very successful year in 1986-87. In October the marching band played at the Eau Claire Homecoming parade and received a first place award. The Solo-Ensemble Festival was held in Granton this year. At this event half of Spencer's band and chorus members received first place awards. The band also performed at the Stevens Point Lions Parade receiving a second place award. Additional enthusiasm was generated among members because of the striking new band uniforms. Donations toward these uniforms were made by the Spencer Lions Club and Band Boosters Association. MARCHING BAND- PERCUSSION: Denise Neumann, Melissa Melander, Tim Sautner, Wendy Dallmann, Dean Kerksieck. WOOD- WINDS: Sue Hildebrandt, John Endries, Carrie Wright. Renee Friemund, Kim DeBuhr, Amy Krause, Donna Griepentrog, Vicki Jacobitz, Cindy Wiersig, Jenny Hastings, Michele Cherney, Vicki Houle, Vicki Scharbarth, Jim Gamble, Stephanie Fredrick, Daryl Rothamer. BRASS: Kim Gropp, Neli Dominik, Shane Elsinger, Troy Luepke, Greg Hederer, Pat Wachholz, Ryan Anderson, Doug Kroening, Rex Anderson, Chad Nuemann, Steve Butts, Dennis Woodkey, Roxanne Wilke, Ron Stelson, Tim Boock, Cory Schultz, Cary Hildebrandt, John Ault. AMERICAN PARTY: Michelle Houle, Heidi Fredrick, Kiteena Larkin, Sheila Radue. MAJORETTES: Linda Boock, Rachel Lang. FLAGS AND RIFLES: Michelle Melander, Charlotte Hederer, Carol Endries, Heather Pryer, Michelle Marden, Lisa Kibbel, Geana Mel- lenthin, Carrie Seefeldt, Renee Mellenthin, Kathy Sundell, Brenda Langreck, Shelly Abbott, Lori Kibbel, Robin Ress, Audra Rux, Lisa Wentzel. 8 2 1. JAZZ BAND-ROW 1: Rachel Lang, Steph Fredrick, Lisa Wentzel, Charlotte Hederer, Amy Krause, Ryan Anderson. Audra Rux ROW 2: Steve Butts, Rex Anderson, Cary Hildebrandt, Kim Cropp, John Ault, Neli Dominik, Chad Neumann. Pat Wachholz. Tim Sautner. 2 CONCERT BAND-ROW 1: Sue Hildebrandt. Denise Neumann, Geana Mellenthin, Vicki Jacobitz, Kathy Sundell, Linda Boock, Vicki Scharbarth, Rachel Lang, Charlotte Hederer, Lisa Wentzel. ROW 2: Renee Freimund, Heather Pryer, Amy Krause. Cindy Wiersig. Robin Ress, Carrie Wright, Kathy Knott, Michele Cherney, Vicki Houle, Michelle Melander. ROW 3: Kim DeBuhr, Lisa Kibbel. Carrie Seefeldt, Dennis Woodkey, Roxanne Wilke. Stephanie Fredrick, Daryl Rothamer. Jim Gamble. Donna Griepentrog. John Endries, Michelle Abbot, Jenni Hastings, Ryan Anderson. Audra Rux. ROW 4: Chad Neumann, John Ault, Cary Hildebrandt. Corey Schultz. Tim Boock, Ron Stelson. Neli Dominik, Doug Kroening, Pat Wachholz. Kim Gropp. Shane Elsinger. Greg Hederer. Rex Anderson, Troy Luepke. Eric Vetter. ROW 5: Steve Butts. Dean Kerksieck, Tim Sautner, Wendy Dallmann, Melissa Melander. 9 Chorus Has 10th Annual Cabaret The high school chorus began the year by giving a 50's concert in the fall. At this concert, the choir members were required to dress in clothes from the 1950's and sang tunes from that era. The chorus performed their Christmas concert in mid-December. After Christmas vacation the chorus and band began to prepare for the 10th annual Cabaret. Performances were given by the 1986-87 chorus and band members, along with Spencer alumni who were invited back to join them. 5 1. CHORUS-ROW 1: Roxanne Wilke, Barb Murphy, Sara Gennett, Kim DeBuhr, Brenda Kenyon. Trisha Kilty, Lisa Pupp, LaDonna Taylor, Dawn Wilke, Lisa Boushon. ROW 2: Renee Freimund, Kim Zimmermann. Michele Cherney, Denise Newmann, Rachel Lang, Sue Hildebrandt, Amy Neidlein, Vicki Scharbarth. Roxanne Bymers. ROW 3: Bev Wiersig. Wendy Beyreis, Audra Rux, Michelle Fischer, Brenda Langreck, Vicki Jacobitz, Neli Dominik, Renee Mellenthin, Kaye Zimmermann, Donna Grie- pentrog. ROW 4: Dean Kerksieck, Brian Kohl, Pat Wachholz, Doug Bauer, Doug Kroening, Corey Seefeldt. Tim Boock. Missing: Stephanie Fredrick, Philan Neumann. Paula Darge. Lisa Dietsche, Jenny Crist, Lisa Whiting. Pat An- dreae. Director Mrs. Veale. 2. SENIORS-ROW 1: Donna Griepentrog. Dawn Wilke, Sara Gennett. ROW 2: Amy Neidlein. Kaye Zimmermann, Roxanne Bymers, Barb Murphy. ROW 3: Michelle Fi- scher. Neli Dominik. Kim Zimmermann. Au- dra Rux, Stephanie Fredrick. ROW 4: Pat Wachholz. Doug Kroening. 3. Doug Kroening and Corey Seefeldt. Jose and Wille during Cabaret. 4. SWING CHOIR-ROW 1: Geana Mellenthin, Audra Rux, Brenda Langreck, Rachel Lang. ROW 2: Linda Boock, Neli Dominik, Vicki Ja- cobitz, Renee Mellenthin. ROW 3: Tim Sautner, Brian Langreck, Pat Wachholz. Tim Boock. ROW 4: Corey Seefeldt, Dean Kerk- sieck. Doug Kroening. 5. Doug Kroening has the Polynesian touch. ©. Cabaret performance. 11 Drama Tries Different Production Masque and Bauble underwent some changes this year. Instead of a full production in the fall, several members performed Improvisational Theater for grades 1-6. We also prepared a Reader's Theater in December and performed both in school and in the community. In the spring, we moved into the wrestling gym. Our light structure was permanently installed and our acting area became full arena. The first production in our new home was Story Theater by Paul Sills, a collection of Grimm's fairy tales and Aesop's fables. 1986-87 was a very good year! 10 1. MASQUE and BAUBLE-ROW 1: Sara Gen- nett, Roxanne Bymers, Kim Gropp, Rachel Lang. Shelly Abbott, Amy Krause, Mrs. Ran- now. ROW 2: Kim Zimmermann, Kaye Zim- mermann, Charlotte Hederer, Lori Aumann, Renee Mellenthin, Vicki Jacobitz, Neli Domin- ick. ROW 3: Kathy Sundell. Wendy Dallmann, Kiteena Larkin, Brenda Langreck, Dawn Ack- man, Linda Boock. ROW 4: Patti Klug, Audra Rux, Jenny Hastings, Geana Mellenthin, Cary Hildebrandt. ROW 6: Lester Bainer, Brian Lan- greck, Doug Kroening, John Ault. 2. When Doug Kroening speaks everybody lis- tens. 3. Let's play Follow the Leader”! 4. Revenge is sweet. 5. Brian Langreck reviews his lines for Hennv Penny. 6. Crows Doug Kroening and Dean Kerksieck decide the fate of a worm. 7. Brian Langreck experiences magnetism the goose controls. 8. Brian Langreck plays on Doug Kroening's sympathy. 9. Calgon, Take me away!! 10. From the time play practice begins until the play is performed, Dean Kerksieck walks the set many times. 11. Smiles don't come easy for Vicki Jacobitz. 11 13 Challenges Provided Through Academic Programs The Academic Decatholon completed its second year at Spencer High School. The purpose of this program was to give students a chance to experience the challanges of academic competition. This competition consisted of math science, social studies, economics, fine arts, and English.The students were selected by advisor Mrs. Rannow. These selections were based on faculty recommendations and interested students with qualifying grade points. The National Honor Society was a nation-wide organization of chapters designed to enhance leadership, service, and character achievement. Spencer High's NHS co-sponsered Project Merry Christmas which provided care packages for the needy in the Spencer area. The High Quiz Bowl team was the third academic program at Spencer High School. Although the team was defeated in their first round, Spencer High School received a $300 scholarship for Viterbo College in La Crosse, WI. This money was held in an account for a student who wanted to go to Viterbo. As of the end of the 1986-87 school year, the Spencer High School teams had received $1000 in scholarships for Spencer High School. 1. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY-ROW 1: Mrs. Knauf, Kathy Sundell, Patti Krug, Linda Boock, Audra Rux, Ceana Mellenthin. ROW 2: Mike Lipsey, Jeff Yetter, Todd Hildebrandt, Jon Scharbarth, Ron Wells. 2. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY OFFICERS-ROW 1: Patti Krug, Audra Rux. ROW 2: Mike Lipsey, Todd Hildebrandt, Ron Wells. 3. ACADEMIC DECATHLON TEAM-ROW 1: Mike Lipsey, John Ault, Audra Rux, Tim Sautner. ROW 2: Kathy Sundell, Mrs. Rannow, Lester Bainer. ROW 3: Brian Langreck, Ron Wells. 4 HIGH QUIZ BOWL-ROW 1: Jon Scharbarth. ROW 2: John Ault, Chad Neumann. ROW 3: Captain Ron Aumann, Mrs. Rannow, Lester Bainer. 15 FFA Breaks Membership Record One of the primary objectives of the Spencer FFA Chapter officers for this year was to increase membership and member participation. This goal was achieved with the awarding of the Sectional Membership Award for the largest increase in membership at the State FFA Convention. The FFA continued to co-sponsor Project Merry Christmas serving over 160 families with the help of the National Honor Society. Contest teams were active in Fox Valley, UW-RiverFalls and the State Contests in Madison. Spencer Partici- pants ranked in the top 25% of the schools participating in the Ag Technology Contests at UW-River Falls. Spencer FFA hosted the Central Wisconsin Pork Producers Pork Fair for the first year. Twenty-seven area FFA Chapters were invited to compete. The Chapter finished the year ranking bronze in the Building Our American Communities Competition, silver in Chapter Safety, and National Chapter and Food for America. All Chapter award programs were based upon the work and achievements of the chapter throughout the year. Individual members also received recognition for their achievements in Proficiency Awards and State Farmer Degrees, as well as competition on the local level. 1. ROW 1: Jon Scharbarth, David DeBuhr, Steve Taylor, Lester Bainer, Kim Crist, Ron Au- mann, Carol Endries, Doug Foth. ROW 2: Terry Rindfleisch, Vicki Scharbarth, Chris Zollner, Heidi Fredrick, Jenni Hastings, Michelle Hel- sten, Shawn Zawislan, Tom Foth, Michelle Me- lander. ROW 3: Tim Sautner, Kevin Tremell- ing, Troy Weister, Audra Rux, Geana Mel- lenthin, Keresa Boehnen, Melissa Melander. ROW 4: Jerry Taylor, Tim Hebert, Brian Kohl, Vicki Jacobitz. ROW 5: Bob Luepke, John Ault, Steph Fredrick, Brenda Langreck, Eric Ruger. ROW 6: Steve Butts, Troy Luepke, Jon Wood- key, Ken Day, Corey Seefeldt, Shane Boe, Mark Baumgartner. ROW 7: Jason Foth, Keith Schulz, Pat Weinfurter. ROW 8: Mike Loos, Bob Hamm, Steve Freimund, Terry Gorst, Ran- dy Luepke. 2. PARLI PRO-ROW 1: Tom Foth, Michelle Melander, Jon Scharbarth, Doug Foth. ROW 2: Kim Crist, Ron Aumann, Tim Sautner, David DeBuhr. 3. SPEAKERS-Jon Woodkey, Michelle Melander. 4. NATIONAL CONVEN- TION PARTICIPANTS-ROW 1: David De- Buhr, Jon Scharbarth. ROW 2: Michelle Me- lander. ROW 3: Ron Aumann, Steve Taylor. 5. JUNIOR OFFICERS-ROW 1: Terry Rind- fleisch, Chris Zollner. ROW 2: Heidi Fredrick, Shelly Helsten, Jenni Hastings. ROW 3: Shawn Zawislan, Vicki Scharbarth, Tom Foth. 6. FFA BASKETBALL: ROW 1: Troy Luepke, Troy Weister, Jon Scharbarth. ROW 2: Keith Schulz, John Ault, Kane Johnson, Eric Ruger, Mark Baumgartner. ROW 3: Bob Hamm, Terry Gorst, Randy Luepke. 7. SENIOR OFFICERS-ROW 1: President Lester Bainer, Treasurer Carol En- dries, Sentinel Jon Scharbarth, Student Govern- ment Representative Doug Foth. ROW 2: Re- porter Kim Crist, Secretary Ron Aumann, Vice President Steve Taylor, Parliamentarian David DeBuhr. 17 FHA Organizes New Project This year FHA's main project was to organize SADD, Students Against Driving Drunk. The chapter worked along with Mr. Fait's Drivers Ed classes both semesters. The classes were shown a movie about how SADD first came about. Contracts For Life between parents and teenagers were taken home and signed. The over all response was good. 18 6 8 7 9 1. ROW 1: Kathy Sundell, Renee Mel- lenthin, Kiteena Larkin, Vicki Jacobitz, Geana Mellenthin. ROW 2: Charlotte He- derer, Patti Krug, Wendy Dallmann. Mi- chelle Houle, Kim Zimmermann, Audra Rux. ROW 3: Sheila Radue, Kim Gropp, Dawn Ackman, Brenda Langreck, Annah Bychinski, Denise Fleischman, Janel Schwantes. ROW 4: Kaye Zimmermann, Roxanne Bymers, LaDonna Taylor, Dawn Wilke. ROW 6: Wendy Beyreis, Michelle Melander. 2. One last shot before leaving Eau Claire. 3. Spencer's Students Against Driving Drunk” Chapter. 4. OFFICERS: Kaye Zimmermann, Kim Gropp, Sheila Radue, Kathy Sundell, Renee Mellenthin. 5. Renee Mellenthin and Geana Mellenthin compare treasures found during their field trip. 6. Geana Mellenthin and Vicki Jacobitz re- lax a bit before going to the Oakwood Mall. 7. Kim Gropp serves Linda Boock and other guests at season Celebration. 8. Members receiving student recognition. 9. Rue Burnett and Mrs. Rose take a break in Eau Claire's Oakwood Mall. 19 Three Advance To State Competition This year one of Spencer's new organizations, FBLA was off to a great start. In the fall the Colby officers came and described what FBLA was all about. In January the Spencer Chapter was installed. Guest speaker was Chris Clarke Epstein from NCTI “Choosing a Career in a Changing World . February the chapter participated in their first Regional Conference at Gilman. Three students made it to the State competition in Green Bay. They toured Appleton as a field trip to area businesses and were shown how businesses were operated. At the end of the year they had a Sub party and handed out awards to those who went to state. 1. ROW 1: Mike Lipsey, Kiteena Larkin, Sheila Radue, Denise Neumann, Sue Hilde- brandt, Kris Schmitt. ROW 2: Mrs. Adler, Geana Mellenthin, Audra Rux, Steph Fre- drick, Linda Boock. ROW 3: Kathy Sundell, Wendy Dallmann, Patti Krug, Janel Schwantes. ROW 4: Renee Mellenthin, Les- ter Bainer, Chad Neumann. ROW 5: Todd Hildebrandt, Ron Aumann, John Ault, Car- ol Endries. Non Members - Ron Aumann, John Ault. Absent - Mrs. Messerschmidt, Scott Wucherpfenning, Michelle Heinzen. 2. FBLA receives flowers from the State Offi- cers for the Installation ceremony. 3. Lester Bainer knows where the big bucks are ! 4. Officers: Mike Lipsey, Kiteena Larkin, Audra Rux, Todd Hildebrandt. 5. Members attending the Regional Confer- ence at Gilman. 6. FBLA Officers being installed. 21 Student Council Has A Busy Year Student Government began the year by welcoming the students and faculty to school. The first big event was Homecoming week which included various activities. The biggest project of the year was dedicating the football field to Ted Fritsch. Fritsch was a Spencer native who was an all-pro football player with the Green Bay Packers for 9 years. A special ceremony was held for the Fritsch family in honor of him during half-time of a game. The school year proceded with the usual student government activities such as a Christmas Dance, Valentine's Day and Winterfest activities, and Spring Fever Reliever week. 1. STUDENT GOVERNMENT-ROW 1: Audra Rux, Pat Kilty, Heidi Fredrick, Cary Hildebrandt, John Ault. ROW 2: Advisor Mr. Sautner, Vicki Houle, Kiteena Larkin, Tim Boock, Chris Zollner, Geana Mel- lenthin. ROW 3: Renee Mellenthin, Todd Hildebrandt, Lester Bainer, Kathy Sundell, Brian Langreck. ROW 4: Denise Fliesch- man, Annah Bychinski, Shelly Abbott. 2. OFFICERS-Todd Hildebrandt, Geana Mellenthin, John Ault. 22 SHS Provides Current Issues The SHS Press kept us up to date on current issues in the school. The staff put out three publications this year. Special articles were written on our German exchange student Neli Dominik, introductions to new staff members, dedication of the Ted Fritsch Field, and various other important stories. 1. ROW 1: Advisor Mr. Wille, Dean Kerk- sieck. Denise Neumann, Shelly Abbott, Amy Krause. ROW 2: Doug Bauer, Eric Vet- ter, Sue Hildebrandt, Kris Schmitt, Jon Scharbarth. ROW 3: Kay Zimmermann, Barb Murphy, Sara Gennett, Audra Rux. 2. ROW 1: Photo Editor Dean Kerksieck, Opinion Page Editor Denise Neumann, Edi- tor-in-chief Shelly Abbott, News Editor Amy Krause. ROW 2: Opinion Page Editor Susan Hildebrandt, Circulation Editor Kris Schmitt, Sports Editor Jon Scharbarth. 23 Freshman Add A ' Touch Of Class Freshman Class Officers: President Tim Boock, Vice President Jenny Mauer, Treasure Tom Foth, Secretary Bob Hamm. Rex Anderson Jill Cook Sonya Dagenhardt Tammi Dietsche Doug Bauer Jenni Christ Jenny Dick Brain Duda Scott Bauman Tim Boock Michelle Cherney 25 Tom Foth Christine Hamm Victoria Houle Lisa Kibble James Gamble Tim Hebert Kane Johnson Tricia Kilty Jon Griepentrog Greg Hederer Brenda Kenyon Kathy Knott 1. Happiness is being a Freshman. 2. Tim, Can I have a bite? 26 Carol Kolb John Neidlein Carrie Seefeldt Eric Vetter Ronda Matter Heather Pryer Ron Stelson Chris Zollner Not pictured: Bob Hamm Joe Mondloch Klint Schutz Jon Wood key 27 Sophomores Add A Touch Of Class Patrick Andreae Keresa Boehnen Kim DeBuhr John Endries Paul Andrick Dale Berger Paula Darge Shane Elsinger Michael Engevold Wendy Beyreis Anthony Boe Vickie Fleischman Heidi Fredrick Renee Freimund Jay Gawlikoski Aaron Hansen Michelle Helsten Cary Hildebrandt Faith Gennett Jenni Hastings Teri Hendrickson Sue Hildebrandt 29 Between classes, Keresa Boehnen, stops to check out the Study Hall. Michelle Houle Raymond Kilty Rachel Lang Troy Luepke Lori Kibbel Brandy King Barbara Lau Melissa Melander Patrick Kilty Amy Krause Michael Loos Debbie Meyer 30 Not Pictured: Mark Baumgartner Debra Caldwell Sean Dutney William Goode Pat Hamm Tom Heinzen Michelle Marden Neil Neumann John Zenner Lori Kibble and Michelle Houle show off their Lockers. Denise Neumann Jerrianne Skrzeckoski Lisa Pupp Roxann Wilke Daryl Rothamer Carrie Wright Eric Ruger Vickie Scharbarth Ray Serch Jason Yoder Craig Sandley Corey Schultz Janet Skaya Shawn Zawislan 31 Juniors Add A Touch Of Michelle Abbott Shane Boe Linda Boock Robert Bue Dawn Ackman Karrie Boehnen Lisa Boushon Steve Butts CLASS OFFICERS: Treasurer Mike Lipsey, President Renee Mellenthin, Vice President Wendy Dallman, Secretary Tina Larkin. Ryan Anderson Lori Aumann Scott Backaus 32 Kim Christ Wendy Dallman Ken Day David Dick Tim Fleischman Jenny Foth Kim Gropp Mellissa Duda Doug Foth Laura Goodloe Charlotte Headerer Tim Sautner and Jon Scharbarth enjoy U.S. History. What is that behind your back, Kim Crist? Danny Hendricksen Brain Kohl Kiteena Larkin Randy Luepke Debbie Hewitt Patti Krug Angela Lepori Robert Luepke Vickie Jacobitz Brenda Langreck Michael Lipsey DeAnn Matter 34 Michelle Melander Kris Schmitt LaDonna Taylor Dennis Woodkey Renee Mellenthin Janel Schwantas Amy Watson Jeff Yetter Sheila Radue Corey Seefelt Troy Weister Tim Sautner Scott Smith Bev Wiersig Jon Scharbarth Kathy Sundell Cindy Wiersig 35 Education is not received; it is achieved. Moms Share Homecoming Spirit Mothers of some of the football players decided to bring the cheerleading uniforms out of their cedar chests and raise those pom pons once again on Homecoming night. They cheered their sons on along with one of the largest crowds Spencer has ever had at their football field. Events leading up to the big night included Tie and Hat Day, Hawaiian Day, Hero Day, Clash Day, and Pajama Day where students and teachers dressed appropriately. A pie throwing event was held to raise money for the Peace Corps. Staff volunteered to have pies thrown at them. The staff could return the favor to a student of their choice. Some pudding-full faces included Mrs. Schuh, Mr. Larson, Mrs. Veale, Mr. Veale, Mr. Spanel, Mr. Nordstrom, and Merlin Kobs. They were good sports for a good cause. 1. Corey Schultz could audition for ZZ-Top. 2. HOMECOMING COURT-ROW 1: Lisa Dietsche, Amy Neidlein, Audra Rux, Denise Fleischman. ROW 2: Michelle Fischer, Neli Do- minik, Kim Zimmermann, Pam Moen. 3. Lisa Whiting is punk for a day. 4. HOMECOMING COURT-ROW 1: Brian Lan- greck, Ron Wells, Todd Hildebrandt, Terry Gorst. ROW 2: Jason Foth, Keith Schulz, Kevin Tremell- ing, Lester Bainer. 5. Cheerleader” Nordstrom shows he has spirit during the Homecoming Pep Rally. 9 6. This is where Heidi Fredrick learns to trust . . . 7. Jason Forth and Terry Gorst show their true colors on Hawaiian day. 8. Aaron Talley goes from rags to riches” we hope. 9. Could Brenda Langreck pass for the brotherhood? 10. Team members' moms lead the cheers. 10 39 Awards For Outstanding Achievement . . . 6 7 1. Elks Awards: ROW 1: Ron Wells, Science - Math; Brian Langreck, Social Studies; Chad Neumann, Business; ROW 2: Doug Kroening, Music; Todd Hildebrandt, Eng- lish, Karen Fleishman. Girls Athletics; Ke- vin Tremelling, Boys Athletics. Not Shown: Lester Bainer, Ag. Jerry Graveen, Art; Steve DeBuhr, Industrial Arts. 2. Audra Rux receives the Ray Harrell Dra- ma Award. 3. John Ault was awarded the Fredrick Cho- pin Piano Award. 4. Doug Kroening receives the Louis Arm- strong Jazz Award and the National Choral Award. 5. Neli Dominik is presented with the Out- standing Musician Award, o. Lisa Wentzel receives the John Phillip Sousa Band Award. 7. Audra Rux is the recipient of the DAR Award. 8 Pat Wachholz. Tim Sautner, and Roxanne Wilke are Awarded Outstanding Band Awards. 8 41 A Special Night On The Town. King Mike Lipsey and Queen Renee Mellenthin reigned over the Class of '88 Junior Prom on April 11. The mood was set by the lanterns that softly lit the dance floor. The clusters of lavender, silver and black balloons along with matching streamers outlined the setting. There was a beautifully trimmed arch above the grass-covered bridge which lead to the dance floor. 1. Prom Court: ROW 1: Miniature King Bradly Langreck, King Mike Lipsey. Queen Renee Mellenthin, Miniature Queen Tara Ausborne ROW 2: Geana Mellenthin escorted by Tim Sautner, Kathy Sundell escorted by Doug Foth. Karrie Boehnen escorted by Shane Boe, Linda Boock escorted by Jon Schar- barth, Kiteena Larkin escorted by Kim Crist, Brenda Langreck escorted by Brian Kohl. 2. King Mike Lipsey and Queen Renee Mellenthin have one last look around. 3. Geana Mellenthin and Tim Sautner dance to I Believe. 4 The crowning of the 1987 Prom King and Queen. 5. The King and Queen share a moment. 6. The Court's grand march was followed by the traditional dance. 43 Class Of '87 Soars Above The Ordinary. Graduation was held May 23, at 2:00 p.m. The Class of '87 chose royal blue and white as their class colors. Royal blue was also the color chosen for their gowns. The class flower was a white rose and the following motto was chosen: Special times and special places, special friends together; The moments pass so quickly, But the memories last Forever. Speaking on behalf of their class were Ron Aumann, Doug Kroening, and Brian Langreck. Receiving awards were: Honor Grads Todd Hildebrandt, Tim Kolb, Audra Rux, Ron Wells, and Lisa Wentzel; Perfect Attendance Dawn Wilke and Chad Neumann; Spencer State Bank Scholarships Audra Rux and Brian Langreck; Spencer Jaycee's Leadership Kevin Tremelling and Lester Bainer; Future Farmers of America Steve Taylor, Lester Bainer, and Stephanie Frederick; Spencer Lions Athletic Audra Rux and Kevin Tremelling; Spencer Lions Academic Lester Bainer and Todd Hildebrandt; U.S. Army College Fund Ron Wells; Francis Melvin Memorial Todd Hildebrandt; Letterwinners Scholarship Audra Rux; N.C.T.I. Scholarship Mark Butts; Spencer Community Scholarship Dawn Wilke; College Scholarships Chad Neumann; and Unsung Heroes Kaye Zimmermann and Doug Kroening. 1. Presenting the Class of 1987. 2. Mr. Miesfeld presents Dawn Wilke with the Spencer Community Scholarship. 3. Brian Langreck gives his famous quote, Forget that other stuff, this is really what I mean. 4. Todd Hildebrandt received the Spencer Aca- demic Scholarship. 5. Kaye Zimmermann finally receives her well deserved diploma. 6. It's finally our turn. 7. Lester Bainer receives the FFA Scholarship. 8. Graduate Audra Rux receives the Spencer Athletic Scholarship. 9. Ron Wells is presented the U.S. Army Col- lege Fund. 10. Eager graduates await receipt of their diplo- ma. 11. Doug Kroening shares his memories at Spencer High School. 12. Waiting is the hardest part of the graduation ceremony. 45 46 ft 49 2 1. VARSITY - ROW 1: Michelle Fischer, Neli Dominick, Karen Fleisch- man, ROW 2: Lisa Whitting, Patti Krug, Audra Rux, ROW 3: Kathy Sundell, Coach Linda Fenske, Kitteena Larkin, ROW 4: Brenda Lan- greck, Renee Mellenthin, ROW 5: Wendy Dallman, Linda Boock. 2. MANAGERS - Denise Neuman, Neli Dominick, Renee Freidman. 3. SENIORS - ROW 1: Karen Fleischman, ROW 2: Michelle Fischer, Audra Rux, ROW 3: Lisa Whitting. 4. J.V. - ROW 1: Geana Mellenthin, Vickie Jacobitz. ROW 2: Lori Kibble, Heidi Fredricks, ROW 3: Michelle Marden, Jenifer Hastings. ROW 4: Trisha Kilty, Coach Karlene Beyer, Shelly Helsten. ROW 5: Teri Hendrickson, Sheila Radue. 5. Juniors Patti Krug, and Kathy Sundell look through the net at the opposing team. 6. The Rocket team is ready for anything. 50 5 Volleyball Gives It Their All We had a better season than our record indicates. It's always more enjoyable to work with a group of athletes who are willing to give their best and work together as a team! A special thanks to our Seniors Audra, Michelle, Karen, and Lisa for their leadership and understanding! Coach Fenske CAPTAINS - Audra Rux, Karen Fleischmann, Kathy Sundell. DEFENSE - Michelle Fischer MVP - Wendy Dallman OFFENSE - Kathy Sundell SENIOR AWARD - Michelle Fischer STICK WITH IT AWARD -'Lisa Whiting Season Record - 3 and 6 in the Conference 4 and 13 over all. They ''Gave It All They Had This year's season was a complete turn around from last year. Coach Destache commented that the season wasn't as successful as he and the other coaches expected it to be, but explained that the players gave it all they had. The coaches feel this year was a building block for many more winning seasons. RECORD - 5 and 4 overall 4 and 3 conference. 1. VARSITY-ROW 1: Ron Wells, Terry Gorst, Lester Bainer, Kevin Tremelling, Keith Schulz, Jason Foth, Todd Hildebrandt, Brian Langreck. ROW 2: Jeff Vetter, Cary Hildebrandt, Ray Kilty, Doug Foth, Mike Loos, John En- dries, Paul Andrick, Craig Sandley, Dale Burger. ROW 3: Eric Vetter, Ryan Anderson, Jason Yoder, Pat Andreae, Tom Heinzen, Daryl Rothamer, Tony Boe, Cory Schultz. ROW 4: Shane Elsinger, Tim Sautner, Mike Lipsey, Pat Kilty, Kim Crist, Jon Scharbarth, Aaron Hansen ROW 5: Coach Destache, Caoch Spanel, Randy Luepke, Shane Boe, Dennis Woodkey, Coach Christensen. Coach Larson. 2. Touchdown against Pittsville. 3. Spencer's defense in action. 4. J.V.-ROW 1: Dale Burger, John Endries, Mike Loos, Ray Kilty, Pat Andreae, Daryl Rothamer, Pat Kilty. ROW 2: Cary Hildebrandt, Tony Boe, Jason Yoder, Tom Hein- zen, Shane Elsinger, Paul Andrick, Aaron Hansen, Craig Sandley. ROW 3: Clint Schutz, Terry Rindfleisch, Tom Foth, Kane Johnson, Tim Boock, Jason Westphal. ROW 4: Coach Spanel, Coach Larson,. 5. SENIORS-ROW 1: Terry Gorst, Jason Foth, Kevin Tre- melling, Keith Schulz, Lester Bainer. ROW 2: Todd Hilde- brandt, Ron Wells, Brian Langreck. 6. Weather conditions make it hard to recognize team- mates. 53 Rockets Race To State The boys Cross-country was led by Senior Steve DeBuhr. Steve went on and qualified for the Sectional at Amery. The boys team record was 3-6. DeBuhr also place third in the Marawood Conference. This was the highest any boy from Spencer has ever received. The girls continued another successful season finishing with a 6-3 record. The girls squad has never had a losing season since its start four years ago. The team finished a strong fourth in the conference meet and were fourth at the Regional at Melrose-Mindora. Kim Gropp led the girls team finishing second in the conference and second in the Regional at Melrose. Gropp qualified for the Sectional at Amery which qualified her for the state meet in Madison. Gropp went on and won a third place medal at State. She was the first Spencer girl ever to go to State two consecutive years in a row. The team was very young this year and really showed much improvement throughout the season. 54 1. GIRLS CROSS-COUNTRY-ROW 1: Soyna Degenhardt, Kim Gropp. ROW 2: Amy Krause, Kim DeBuhr, Rachel Lang. 2. BOYS CROSS-COUNTRY-ROW 1: Jon Woodkey.Troy Luepke, Eric Ruger, Greg Hederer. ROW 2: Bob Luepke, Steve DeBuhr, Mark Butts. 3. Running through the woods isn't clean fun for Bob Luepke. 4. Eric Ruger gives it his all to make it to the finish line. 55 Cheerleaders Have New Beginning The cheerleaders act as a liason between the team, coaches, officials, and the audience. Their primary function is to lead the crowd in cheers and to promote good sportsmanship. This year our cheerleaders generated more spirit for boys and girls basketball and wrestling. The cheerleaders cheered for all winter sports. They were a dedicated group of individuals who promoted school spirit at home games, pep rallies, and W.I.A.A. tournaments. The squad traveled with the fans on the bus to away events. They also attended a Cheerleading leadership clinic in Chippewa Falls. The squad also performed a variety of pom pon routines and a dance routine throughout their season. 1. ROW 1: Lisa Wentzel. Renee Mellenthin, Heather Pryer, Au- dra Rux, Heidi Fredrick. ROW 2: Geana Mellenthin, Michelle Houle, Lisa Kibbel. 2. 5-6-7-S 3. Balance is an important factor in cheerleadirig. 4. Michelle Houle helps to lead the group at the pep rally. 5. TA-DAH !! 6. Geana Mellenthin's attire was just a part of the spirited send off for boys basketball sectionals. 7. Building spirit to great heights. 8. Another formation demonstrated while team players are an- nounced. 9. Lisa Wentzel and Audra Rux show their Senior spirit. 9 57 Girls Show Improvement The girls basketball team finished the season with a 4-14 record, but improvements were seen over the year. Karen Fleischman was voted as the Most Improved player for the second year along with receiving the Senior Award. The Dynamo Award went to Brenda Langreck for the second year. Wausau's television station, Channel 7, awarded Wendy Dallmann with an Honorable Mention. She was also named Most Valuable Player and 2nd Team All-Conference. Besides conference games, the team was also involved in the Spencer Holiday Tournament held during Christmas vacation. S8 5 1. VARISTY-ROW 1: Vicki Scharbarth, Lori Kibbel. ROW 2: Melissa Melander, Kiteena Larkin, Michelle Melander, Kim Zimmermann, Teri Hendrickson. ROW 3: Patti Klug. ROW 4: Brenda Langreck. ROW 5: Kathy Sundell. ROW 6: Wendy Dallmann. 2. SENIORS-Kim Zimmermann and Ka- ren Fleischman. 3. Kathy Sundell manuevers around a Stratford team member. 4. J.V.-ROW 1: Barb Lau, Vicki Schar- barth, Lori Kibbel, Vicki Houle, Jenny Mauer. ROW 2: Coach Beyer, Michelle Marden, Shelly Helsten, Tricia Kilty, Tammi Dietsche, Carrie Seefeldt, Teri Hendrickson. 5. Karen Fleischman attempts to score against Prentice. 6. Wendy Dallmann reaches over the op- ponent to make a basket. 7. Kathy Sundell tries to find an opening. 8. Karen Fleischman struggles to get the ball. 59 8 � nl Boys Show Improvement Throughout Season The varsity boys basketball team may have started the season out slowly with a 0-6 record before Christmas. However, the spirit and enthusiasm rose as the team improved. They finished the year with a conference record of 9 wins-7 losses. Team captains were Todd Hildebrandt, Tim Sautner, and Mike Lipsey. Mike Lipsey received an all-conference award and was also voted most improved player of the year. Tim Sautner was selected as most valuable player of the year. 6 1. VARSITY-Todd Hildebrandt, Mike Lipsey, Jamie Hildebrandt, Pat Kilty, Dennis Woodkey, Jeff Yetter, Shane Boe, Jason Foth, Ron Aumann, Leser Bainer, Kim Crist, Doug Foth, Tim Sautner. 2. Mike Lipsey concentrates on his free-throw shot. 3. Jason Foth plays defense against Pittsville. 4. Forward Shane Boe jumps to gain possession of the ball. 5. Lester Bainer goes up for another lay-up shot. 6. J.V.-ROW 1: Tim Boock, Eric Yetter, Ron Stelson, Doug Foth, Tom Foth. ROTV 2: Cary Hildebrandt, Pat Kilty, Jason Yoder, Daryl Rothamer, Chris Zollner. t 61 Second Year At State KevinTremelling and John Zenner led the team throughout the season. John finished the season and missed a trip to the State Tournament by 1 place at Sectionals. Kevin went on to State for the second time by placing second at the Sectionals. Kevin's first match at State was the State champ from last year. Kevin beat him soundly 16-6 and went on to place fourth. Kevin equalled wrestling history by placing 2nd and 4th during his wrestling career. Kevin set a new mark of 75 takedowns in one season. The previous record was 65. Spencer teams continue their tradition with State Qualifiers 9 of 11 seasons. Spencer Wrestlers are always considered great tournament wrestlers around the area and around the state. Congratulations Rocket Wrestlers! 62 1. WRESTLERS-ROW 1: Terry Rindfleisch, Jerry Taylor, Shane Elsinger, Troy Luepke, Paul Andrick, Jon Woodkey. ROW 2: Corey Schultz, John Zenner, Steve DeBuhr, Jim Gamble, Troy Weister, Kevin Tremelling, Coach Zenner. 2. Troy Weister struggles to win the match. 3. Jerry Taylor gets congratulated by his team members. 4. Kevin Tremelling pins another one flat on the mat. 5. Jim Gamble shows his opponent who's boss. 6. Victory again for Steve DeBuhr. 7. Paul Andrick moves in for the win. 63 Young Team Has Hopes Of A Bright Future The girls track team increased in numbers this year to 16 members. Of the 16 member track team, Audra Rux was the only senior. The girls started the season off in the right direction by defeating Loyal and Thorp. The team won 4 meets throughout the season. The team also took second at the Prentice Invitational and second at the Neillsville Invitational. Kim Gropp advanced to the State Track Meet and placed 5th in the 1600 meter run. The following awards were given to the team: Most Valuable Player - Kim Gropp, Most Improved - Sue Hildebrandt and Lori Kibbel, Honorary Captain - Audra Rux, Most Points for 1987 - Kim Gropp. 2 1. ROW 1: Vicki Houle, Jenny Mauer, Vicki Scharbarth, Kiteena Larkin, Audra Rux, Mi- chelle Houle, Lori Kibbel. ROW 2: Wendy Dallmann, Kim Gropp, Amy Krause, Den- ise Neumann, Ronda Matter, Ladonna Tay- lor, Kim DeBuhr, Sue Hildebrandt, Roxanne Wilke. Not Pictured: Rachel Lang and Tri- sha Kilty. 2. Kim Gropp finishes first as many times this year. 3. A successful meet requires a good warm- up. 4. Nice handoff between team mates. 5. Audra Rux manuvers over the hurdles gracefully. 64 Boys Take 2nd At State The boys track team began the season on the right foot by winning their first three meets. Jon Scharbarth, Mike Lipsey, Kim Crist and Ron Aumann advanced to the State Competition in Madison, and placed second in the 400 Meter Relay by .02 of a second. The following awards were given to the team: MVP - Running Events: Mike Lipsey MVP - Field Jumping Events: Kim Crist MVP - Field Throwing Events: Dennis Woodkey Honorary Captains - Ron Aumann and Jon Scharbarth Senior Coaches Award - Ron Aumann and Steve DeBuhr ROW 1: Dennis Woodkey, Ron Aumann, Keith Schulz, Jason Foth, Shane Boe. Steve Butts, Steve DeBuhr. ROW 2: Eric Yetter, Greg He- derer, Mike Lipsey, Jon Scharbarth, Kim Crist, Bob Luepke, Mike Engevold. ROW 3: Rex An- derson, Tim Boock, Chris Zollner, Garry Mill- er, Paul Andrick, Tim Hebert, Eric Ruger. 2. Dennis Woodkey gives it his best shot. 3. Spencer's team mates push hard to beat Ath- ens. 4. Steve DeBuhr and Bob Luepke pour on the pressure. 5. An intense moment of victory for Kim Crist. 65 Two All Conference Players Chosen This year's baseball team finished with 10 wins and 9 losses. They were 5 and 4 in the conference ending with a tie for 4th place. Spencer won the first two games in the WIAA Tournament, but were defeated by Pittsville the third game. Two team members were selected as all conference players. Tim Sautner and John Zenner received that honor. 1. ROW 1. Marty Schwantes, Pat Andreae, Troy Luepke, Cary Hildebrandt, Tom Foth, Jason Westphal. ROW 2: Tim Sautner, Doug Foth, Troy Wcister, Shane Elsinger, Jason Yoder. ROW 3: Aaron Talley, Scott Wucherpfenning, Todd Hildebrandt, Kevin Tremelling, Terry Gorst. 2. Come on Sautner stop stalling. 3. Kevin Tremelling has the form for an- other home run. 4. Sautner winds up for the winning pitch. 5. Tim gets last minute encouragement from team mates. 6. Sautner really digs his feet in when he swings the bat. 7. I GOT IT! I GOT IT!!! 8. Terry Gorst hits the ball with all his strength. 9. Tim Sautner is met by team mates as he comes in to score a run. 9 67 Letterwinners Raise Money For Worthy Causes Once again the Letterwinners raised money through selling concessions at volleyball games, basketball games, and wrestling matches. Their profits were donated to Project Merry Christmas which provided gifts to area senior citizens during the holiday season. Another donation went to the Peace Corps which was to help build a school for students in Africa and help to provide learning materials for them. Two scholarships were also sponsored by the Letterwinners7 earnings. ROW 1: Eric Ruger, Mike Loos, Mike Lipsey, Lori Kibbel, Kiteena Larkin, Neli Dominik, Vicki Jacobitz, Denise Neumann, Amy Krause, Dean Kerksieck, Tim Boock. ROW 2: Cary Hildebrandt, Shane Elsinger, Kim Crist, Troy Weister, Jenny Hastings, Audra Rux, Geana Mellenthin, Cindy Wiersig, Sara Gennett, LaDonna Taylor, Renee Freimund, Kim DeBuhr. ROW 3: John Zenner, Corey Schultz, Teri Hedrickson, Barb Lau, Brenda Langreck, Michelle Fischer, John Ault, Kim Gropp. Rachel Lang, Linda Boock. ROW 4: Pat Kilty, Troy Luepke, Kathy Sundell, Vicki Scharbarth, Wendy Dallmann, Patti Krug, Tim Sautner, Brian Langreck, Jeff Yetter. ROW 5: Doug Foth, Kevin Tremelling, Renee Mellenthin. Jon Scharbarth, Lester Bainer, Dennis Woodkey, Shane Boe. ROW 6: Keith Schulz. Jason Foth, Todd Hildebrandt, Ron Wells, Brian Kohl, Steve Butts. ROW 7: Steve DeBuhr, Teri Gorst, Randy Luepke, Kim Zimmermann, Ron Aumann. Michelle Fischer Denise Fleischman Karen Fleischman Jason Foth Stephanie Fredrick Rick Freezy Sara Gennett % 3 Terry Gorst Tim Kolb r' wt Doug Kroening Jeff Lokre Steve Friemund Donna Griepentrog Todd Hildebrandt Brian Langreck Mark Meyer Pam Moen Barb Murphy Amy Neidlein Robin Ress Chad Neumann Todd Rahm mriTPIU Audra Rux Keith Schulz 75 Aaron Talley Pat Wachholz Lisa Wentzel Steve Taylor Ron Wells Lisa Whitting Dawn Wilke Pat Weinfurter Philan Neumann Tim Bundick Carol Endries Kaye Zimmermann Kim Zimmermann 77 1st Annual Senior Survey Given this survey, the Class of '87 was asked to think of the classmate that best described each phrase. This is what the Class of '87 came up with. IN THE SENIOR CLASS, WHO DO YOU THINK ARE THE: BEST DRESSED: Michelle Fischer, Todd Hildebrandt. BEST LOOKING: Doug Kroening, Michelle Fischer. MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED. Audra Rux, Todd Hildebrandt. CLASS CLOWNS: Amy Neidlein, Terry Gorst. CLASS COUPLE: Aaron Talley, Lisa Nichols. BEST ATHLETES: Karen Fleishman, Chev . BEST LOOKING HAIR: Todd Hildebrandt, Lisa Whiting. BEST FIGURE: Michelle Hienzen, Todd Hildebrandt. DONE MOST FOR THE CLASS: Audra Rux, Ron Aumann. CLASS MUSICIANS: Lisa Wentzel, Doug Kroening. CLASS ARTISTS: Ron Wells, Neli Dominik. MOST FRIENDLY: Todd Rahm, Lisa Whiting. NICEST SMILE: Chev , Amy Neidlein. CLASS FLIRTS: Barb Murphy, Ron Aumann. MOST TALKATIVE: Lisa Whiting, Todd Rahm. CLASS GOSSIPS: Sara Gennett, Pat Wacholz. CLASS NERDS: Chad Neumann, Donna Gripentrog. BEST PERSONALITY: Todd Rahm, Steph Fredrick. CLASS BROWN-NOSERS: Audra Rux, Lester Bainer. CLASS ROWDIES: Steph Fredrick, Terry Gorst CLASS GIANTS: Steph Fredrick, Chev . CLASS MIDGETS: Pat Weinfurter, Roxanne Bymers. BEST EYES: Michelle Fischer, Lester Bainer. CLASS BRAINS: Ron Wells, Audra Rux. CUTEST: Todd Hildebrandt, Amy Neidlein. CLASS MUNCHERS: Barb Murphy, Terry Gorst. MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT: Lester Bainer, Lisa Whiting. BEST SINGERS: Doug Kroening, Sara Gennett. CLASS ACTOR OR ACTRESS: Audra Rux, Brain Langreck. BEST ALL AROUND: Amy Neidlein, Todd Hildebrandt. 78 Spencer High's 70th Graduating Class GRADUATION DAY Today we'll start a new life And we ll say our last goodbyes To all the friends we've grown to love With whom we've laughed and cried. Remembering the fun and laughter. The problems and the fears. And watching all our memories grow Throughout our high school years. The memories of the dances And the new friends that we've met. Vacations, teachers, talking And exams we'd rather forget. Yes, high school days are precious but brief. Where all your dreams come true; It is not the end, but the beginning Of a life we ll start anew. 79 Spencer's First Foreign Exchange Student 3 4 5 80 Neli Dominik was Spencer High School's first foreign exchange student. She came to Spencer in August, 1986 from Hamburg, West Germany. Moving to Spencer was quite a change for Neli coming from a city of over two million to Spencer, a city of under two thousand. Neli came here because she heard so much about the American way of life and she always wanted to know if all the rumors of America were true. The only impressions she had of the United States came from watching television shows such as Dallas and Dynasty. Neli stayed with the Rux family after they chose her from a list of possible exchange students. The Ruxes chose Neli because Audra had been an exchange student in West Germany and also because of her musical talents. Neli remembers everyone being really nice to her. So nice that less than two months after her arrival in Spencer she was chosen as the 1986 Homecoming Queen. During her year in Spencer, Neli also took part in band, jazz band, and chorus. These activities earned her recognition as the Outstanding Musician for the 1986-87 school year. Being here a year gave Neli enough time to become a graduating member of the Spencer High Class of 1987. After graduation here, Neli must attend three more years of school in Germany. When she finishes high school there she will go to college and study medicine in hopes of becoming a doctor. Although Neli has left Spencer and is back home in West Germany, she will be remembered for some time. X. First day of school! 2. First U.S. Christmas in New Orleans. 3. Youth for Understanding Field Representative greets Neli at Mosinee along with another visitor from West Germany. 4. Trumpet solo at Cabaret. 5. Graduation Day. 6. Mr. Rux introduces Neli to Wisconsin Senator Marvin Roshell. 7. Tim Ault and Neli on Prom night. 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