Sumner Academy of Arts and Science - Excalibur Yearbook (Kansas City, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1979 volume:

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' N E ' 'E X W 2:54 J 0 fb 0 Q 11i ' mmm: H3353 fx vif'i . i Beginnings In the beginning .... the Sabres wander into a new surrounding which consists of many different faces and new adventures to ex- perience. ln their minds they have goals to achieve. I JJW' g X ll if Q Contents Excalibur . . . Student Life . . Academics . . . Organizations . . Sports ........ Classes . . Advertising . . Index . . . . C. 2 ..6 . 26 . 52 . 78 104 136 148 WENT PUBLIC LXBRARY y S Local Hnstory Branch ghway 211 ence, MO 64050 G E dents active lives L xiiifwm'mmxxfxiiimmMM ' Zig-...,U I 1, r-- r ffgif-14,5 , .i:,1t' A 'f -. ': ' 'tif 9 .-' - - , lIf':5 -vsp 7 ' L:-'Jg, an - l can l Academics are balanced with a variety of extracurricular activities involving the ability to have pleasure in playing a musical in- strument, the endurance to be able to coordinate body and mind to participate in sports, and the joy of being able to go home at the end of a long day. 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Participation Important to Students maxi? fi 13 Members of the Freshman volleyball team work toward gaining another point for their team. 23 Sumner's football team huddles for a game plan. 33 Teachers take time out at the end of a school day to help students in understanding their assignments. 43 Friendliness between teachers and students is often shown in the halls of Sumner Academy. 53 The library is always a scene of activity, 63 The pep band serves to stir up enthusiasm at athletic events. 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Opportunities were always available for all to be involved in either classwork or outside activities. ,Ef -----1' vs,- ht. 6 'USL .lung 13 The sidelines of Sumner's football team watch intently as Sumner is forced to punt the ball. 23 Students at Sumner find several places around the building to study. 33 Several students meet in front of the informa- tion board before classes begin. 4l Members ot the cross country team work out while the football team practices on its winning techni- que. 5l Teachers use every spare moment to organize their thoughts. 61 The pep band prepares to rally the audience into excite- ment. I' The beginning of a new awareness .... Finding the need to be alone or just to have the satisfaction of relaxation after a long day .... Sumner was a door opening into the future and it provided a new life for those who experienced its challenges. Z1 i '- I Il hw? M Ax SSDC1G 'Zf Late busses at 3:50 and 5:30 made it possible for many to participate in extracurricular activities. There was a great variety of activities to choose from. Sports, musical groups and assorted clubs were among the most popular. Numerous in-school functions were accounted for as a different experience in education. Visits from speakers and assemblies coordinated by the students themselves made the year a unique and in- teresting one. 11 Eric Gonzolaz, junior, takes advantage ofthe late bus after stay- ing for band practice. 23 Nancy Kassenbaum, Kansas-elect senator, took part in one of the numerous in-school functions at Sumner. 35 The Sophomore football team gets into position to prepare for another victory. 41 The Senior class played an energetic game of vollyball during their swimming party. 53 Ms. Hobbs informs the class on a given topic. 65 Sumner spirit is shown as the enthusiasts line up to cheer on the football team. , - ,Z ,3 2 1 I. - ,af ,ZZ . X 3 4 ,,4f 'f ll! l Q wif Attendance Abundant at After-School Functions 1 mu 'ma mf' n 1 s 4 , t....J in ' 6 ' vm-2 x Kr YL, x vl. Y! A T ixrx f' 6 x. .fy I girl' .wx ,-,, iii :LZ , 'lie 'im 9 ' V. -is ' K.-3, X X7'?f4-' Q '7 fl: Enthusiasm Runs High in Activities The student body at Sumner managed to become involved in a number of the varying activities this year. Whether it was football, French club or drama the students responded in great numbers when given the chance to participate in these activities. Because of the sizes of clubs the students were more able to meet new friends and have a good time. This helped make the ex- tracurricular activities at Sumner more interesting. Students and teachers alike also became fans and attended the many athletic events at Sumner to show their enthusiasm. tj Monica Sutton, eighth grader, shows her tennis ability on sports day, sponsored by the Pep Club. 25 Mr. Marsh, math teacher gives time after school to help Robert Rechtien on a dif- ficult assignment. 33 The Sophomore cheerleaders spent much time after school practicing to be well prepared for athletic events. 45 The school library can be a valuable place to study, as Mary Parks, eighth grader finds. 5l Looking forward to a free afternoon after school is Irene Diaz, Sophomore, 65 As principal, Mr. Neill was always available to discuss problems with students. xiii, f 'lxf f. W R q,,,. .a if 5? L.. 1 I . Facilities Well Manipulated u is 1 ,nu P l .' l. I 1 i- ILL V. Students and faculty manipulated the various facilities at Sumner to their fullest extent. Most served as resources to assist both administration and student body in better understanding the subject matter. The science equipment, the typewriters, and rental in- , struments in the music department are some of the apparatus offered. Not only is equipment offered, but also there are resource centers, such as the language labs, library, gym, and the art rooms. Using equip- ment can help the students to experience what they are studying. Therefore, resources play a large part in education, and Sumner provides much of the needed equipment for students' satisfaction. .i I A 1, The language labs were utilized to aid students in pronunciation and comprehension. 2. Stephanie Russell concentrates as she ex- pands in her typing abilities. 3. The auditorium was used for many events including instrumental concerts. 4. The library has many resources besides books. Records, magazines, video cassettes, and films are included in the long list of facilities. 5. The art room provides equipment to help students make full use of their artistic abilities. 6. Students employ the equipment in the biology lab to per- form an investigation. Sumner Academy's first semi- formal evening dance was held on November 3, 1978. Appropriately titled, THE BEGINNING, it cap- tured the spirit of our new school. It was held in place of a Homecoming dance and provided a valuable atmosphere for students to get acquainted. Many attended the event and watched as Diana Diaz and Michael Higgins were crowned Queen and King. The cafeteria was equipped with decorations, refreshments and a disc jockey, courtesy of Pep Club sponsoring. All danced while ohaperones looked on. On the whole, the evening turned out to be prosperous for mostly everyone. 13 Miss Irene Diaz happily presents Diana with a bouquet of roses to honor her for being elected Queen of the Fall Dance. 23 Attendants pose in front of King and Queen, Mike Higgins and Diana Diaz. Eighth grade attendants: Mike Jones and Pam McAllister, Sophomore attendants: Ronnie Robinson and Dona Maddox, Junior attendants: Olivia Mitchem and Michael Hobson, Senior attendants: Deb- bie Klee and Rex Blockman and Freshman attendants: Dawn Skau and Mark Russell. 33 Mr. Neill congratulates Miss Diaz with a kiss. 43 The floor of the cafeteria was jammed with dancers as the evening successfully progressed. 53 Mr. Neill and Mr. Denham escort Miss Irene Diaz and Miss Christi Cade to the throne to present flowers to the elected Queen of the fall dance. 63 Members of the P.T.A. helped out with the refreshments. 73 Diana Diaz and Mike Higgins were crowned Queen and king of THE BEGINNING, Sumner's first semi-formal evening dance. 413 717 I llll I 1m11fwm-.-.- -sm u -gn-wt-A--f mph-. -11.-,1 . '-.- i 3 II! I A L ' a L , 2 ? i 1 1 2 z 2 A 1 , A '-'f -A,4 2 V .X ,MV 5 1 ' 1 4? D ,, if X f N , Q 1 'ya figii' L R IN M , . , 1 - 4 ' ff? , it Q x x H X X l MH, ,-Y' uhh Njmwk Q-W ' -H 0' mg., f -A-0 Administration 8a Faculty Jw s -. uf i?agx.f13ff ' f- fa: uif..Z'zNtjw'h+C5S? D '5 ' x..: u '- J 1'f Lr- ' 1 if .. W4 ' Q41-at-air. -Sf 4-,xi 5 ,, , , . '.1.?Q L --I A if s- . , k a. Q 4? ' ., it .M - ' Q ' a ,- L, . ' ' Q t ' g.i311,f+1 A iii? f la?-1 Q .1 ll Ai' Il qw wx, i Q 2 re56v V nk? if ln an interview with Mr. Neill, it was learned that he was very pleased with the atmosphere of students, teachers, as well as the parents. ln Mr. Neill's opinion Sumner Academy is a college-prep school, and students are here to prepare themselves for college. Mr. Neill spent much of his time, here at school, showing visitors, such as local realtors and the Op- timist Club, around the Academy. ln his spare time outside of school, he was reading, playing golf, and watching T.V. Mr. Neill got along with every student here at Sumner Academy. The students also got along well with him. Every time he was seen, he always had a happy, friendly smile on his face. When he saw a student was down, he always had a kind word to cheer him up. All in all, Mr. Neill was the principal that we, the students at Sumner Academy really appreciated. Administration Backs Academy With the encouragement and backing of the Board of Education and Dr. O, L. Plucker, Sumner Academy of Arts and Science became a reality. ln accord with the philosophical foundations established by the Board of Education for USD 3500, the educational program of the Academy is designed to maximize the potential for its students to function constructively in a democratic society. To that end, the Academy seeks to develop in each student a high level of respect for the worth and dignity of all persons without regard to race, national origin, social or economic status, sex or other irrelevant characteristics. Accor- dingly, the Academy seeks to promote a high sense of social and civic responsibility in each student. tFrom The Student Handbook, August, 19785 1. Dr. O. L. Plucker, Superintendent of Schools. 2. Mr. Neill speaks to the parents, students, and teachers of Sumner Academy on the afternoon of the first Open House, August 24, 1978. 3. Members of the School Board: Mr. David Larson, Vice President, Dr. John O. Yulichg Rev. H. W. Barnett, Mr. Gerald W. Hall, Mrs. Maxine Scovilleg Mr. William Modrcin, President, Mrs. Pat Sedlock. IF' 1.1 Mr. Alvin Fant is the attendance and securi- ty officer for Sumner Academy, Grant, Douglass, and Ban- naker Elementary Schools. He graduated from Sumner High School in 1959. The requirements for this position are previous experience with students and knowl- edge of police procedures. In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball, swimming, and listen- ing to music. When asked to compare Sumner Academy's student body to other schools, he com- mented, The students have greater emphasis on curriculum along with a balance of par- ticipation in extra- curricular activities. Mr. Fant enjoys work- ing with Sumner Academy's students. Mr. Felton Denham is assistant principal here at Sumner Academy. Mr. Denham has been here at Sumner as a mathematics instructor, basketball and wrestling coach for 12 years. For the last four years, Mr. Denham has held an administrative position. His duties this year include the up-keep of the school calendar since he is in charge of athletics as well as student ac- tivities, transportation, lockers QFlemember the first day of school? lt is generally believed that this was Mr. Denham's worst day of the year due to the malfunction of a large number of lockers that daylj, audio visual aids, teacher supplies, and the lunch schedule. Mr. Denham really enjoys the students at Sumner Academy because of their positive attitudes. Most students here are positive toward their school work, their fellow students, and their extra-curricular ac- tivities. Students are here because they chose to be here, which does, indeed help to create a positive at- mosphere. 2 fi: 1 Zh 5 6 'H -1 gn, 3 7 1 VJ 9 1. Gelaine Bailey gives Mr. Denham the good word for the day, 2. Mr. Keith Janne busy at work in his office, 3. Mrs. Thelma Hamilton, 4, Mr. Alvin Fantg 5. Mrs. Kathy Haenishg 6. Mrs. Nancy Spanglerg 7. Mrs. Eula Frye, 8. Mrs. Dorothy DeGrangeg 9. Mrs. Sandi Genz. Office Staff and Counselors Vital to School The Counseling department, in the very capable hands of Mrs. Hamilton and Mr. Janne, per- forms a vital function for Sumner Academy students. They are available to help students, parents, and teachers. lndividual students are encouraged to see the counselors to discuss any matters directly or indirectly related to school affairs. The counselors are very helpful in the area of college planning which in- cludes keeping up-dated material on colleges and universities, as well as scholarships and grants that are available. ln addition to their counseling work, they are in- volved in many guidance func- tions. These include orientation of new students, testing, enrollment, program changes, and academic progress checks. When asked if she liked her job, Mrs. Thelma Hamilton's face gave out an expression of great joy as she replied, Yes! She enjoys working with college bound students and helping them decide upon what college to attend. The office staff is another important aspect of Sumner Academy. Their assistance helps in the smooth operation of the school. The ladies who keep the records of the students in tact are important to any school, but our office staff is unique in its own way. Mrs. Kathy Haenisch, Mr. Neill's secretary is office manager as well as bookkeeper. Mrs. Dorothy DeGrange is secretary to Mr. Denham. Mrs. Eula Frye keeps quite busy in the areas of atten- dance of students and teachers. Mrs. Wanda Larson is the counselors' secretary and registrar. Mrs. Nancy Spangler is clerical assistant to teachers. Mrs. Sandi Genz types the information that is needed for the library. .1 xxx, M 1. Derrick Fleicheneker in deep concentration: 2. Clarence Forshey, somewhat startled by our photographerg 3. Mrs. Sandi Genz, library secretaryg 4. Ms. Mary Conrad, librarian. 4 What activity does Miss Conrad find most interesting in her job? Often times students like to state their needs and then have the librarians immediately produce the desired material. But sometimes librarians have to decipher these requests. Miss Conrad finds this detective work interesting. One student asked, Where's the books on the U.S. Constitution, the constitution written during the Civil War? Another asked for the books on veterans, the veterans that work on animals, not the ones that were in the war. Of course, Miss Conrad directed the first student to books on revolutionary times and the second to materials on veterinarians. l l l I l l 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 lXx 12 13 14 1 - , 15 1. Ms. Martha Avery, 2. Ms. Geraldine Breedlove, 3. Ms. Gruendel Dickenson, 4. Ms. Sarah Franklin, 5. Ms. Jinnie Lockett, 6. Ms. Willia Ryan, 7. Ms. Helen Saunders, 8. Ms. Lettie Stovall, 9. Ms. Terry Mills, 10. Ms. Joanne Whitney, 11. Ms. Clarice Williams, 12. Mr. Lyle Crossler, 13. Mr. Leander McKinnis, 14. Ms. Juanita Smith, 15. Mr. Ronald Williams. The custodial staff is a much appreciated group of hard working people at Sumner Academy. In addition, their pleasant personalities help to give a more cheerful at- mosphere around the school. Staff Aids in Smooth Operation ln the summer of 1978 the Sumner library was remodeled completely. Two walls were removed so that the former library, a workroom, and a science room became one larger library. The floor was carpeted in a rust tone. An accoustical ceiling was installed. Nine large tables, formerly from Wyandotte High cafeteria, received new stain and varnish, plus new tops. Six study carrels and five small tables provide individual sitting. The tables and carrels plus the black vinyl and steel chairs accom- modate a seating capacity of sixty-six. Other major additions include: card catalog, charging desk, additional shelving, microfiche reader, microfilm reader-printer, magazine rack, book display rack, six book carts, atlas stand, and cable television with video tape recorder. These are in addition to the two microfilm readers and the paper- back display rack which already were housed in the library. The security system, as is in all the high schools, was reinstalled upon completion of remodeling. ln the first semester of the 1978- 79 school year, new additions of materials amounted to over 3500 books and 350 audio-visual kits. By the end of the year the library should house approximately 10,- 000 volumes and 900 audio-visual kits. During the year, the students at Sumner Academy spend 15 minutes of each day for a mid- morning break. Most students find the cafeteria as a welcome relief to the day to day class schedule. The cafeteria is an area where a great many students gather together. But the mid- morning break is not the only time a student may spend some time in the cafeteria. During lunch, the students may again gather with friends to enjoy their noonday meal before returning to class. ln addition, the cafeteria is also used by organizations. For example, the drill team uses it to practice their drills. I 33 :fling f 'wg ,-wi an 'X-596 44- 53151-. 'S 4 fb E Q x - ' g Mrs. Channell is most often seen running back and forth to the printer in her role as adviser to THE ACA- DEMICIAN, school newspaper. In less hectic moments, she teaches English 8 and speech. Dur- ing the summer and on week-ends, she is likely to be found camping on the shores of a lake while she enjoys water sports and ac- tivities. Mrs. lPolly Grammarianl Rhone is one of the senior citizens on the English department's staff. She must have a neat classroom and silence at all costs. Her hob- bies include reading and traveling lwhen she can find the moneyl. Swimming used to be a pastime, but the new skimpy bikini took care of that. Her greatest fear is see- ing the first snowflake of the winter. Everyone knows she must bum or hitch hike her way to school because she refuses to drive on ice or snow. She is married to the head man at Wyandotte High School and has one daughter Susan, a college student. T5 fc f'N x X . .X . fl- ,xi . ,Es x - -'-, ,s, Y .f ,-,w ,,-H N . ' 'll ' -fl?-f ' flf. X ' XQX Lf' 11.4 Q j l,JL:,j 'L' 1 ij, 'XX , .. nt. . . .2 Before coming to the Academy, Mr. Jasinskas was a teacher and kazoo vir- tuoso at Wyandotte Senior High School. After thirteen years, he still enjoys teaching-and plans to remain in educa- tion after he grows up. A teacher of English, Mr. J. especially enjoys teaching courses in the areas of creative writing and vocabulary development. When he isn't teaching, Nlr. J. enjoys go- ing to school lhonestlj and driving his sports car. He is currently working on his dissertation for a doctorate in education. There is considerable doubt that becom- ing Dr. J. will improve his basketball play- ing. One wonders .... Ms. Virginia lreton, connoisseur of fine note cards and proper grammar, teaches American Scene, Foundations for College English, and Writing Creatively. ln addi- tion to the areas of term papers and literary discussions on Hawthorne, she is a contender in the fields of table tennis, fishing, and loafing. Together, she and her red ink pen march on through the annals of education in a never-ending battle against frivolous fragments and rampant run-ons. ,fx FIS --X f -:K.... Language Arts Fundamental The Language Arts Department, ranging from required courses to electives such as Contemporary Literature and Writing Creatively, attempts to give students the tools of their language which will enable them to deal effectively in society. The fundamentals of grammar are of vital importance for students pursuing higher education after high school graduation. ln addi- tion, the literary works of mankind offer an exciting avenue for ex- ploration. Courses offered by the capable faculty of this department create a number of interesting challenges to students. -...4-QV! 1 Many years ago a little girl was born to Benito and Lupi Campos in Silver City known as Argentine. They named her Ruth after her great, great Aztec grandmother, who was known as Quimo- sabe-mucho. Ftuth's childhood was very fruitful and she tried to follow in her grandmother's moc- casins. She attend- ed Argentine High School, graduated from Donnelly College and won her Bachelor's degree in English and Spanish from Avila College. She heard the drums beckoning her to the lnca land where she taught at the American School of Lima and the Catholic University of Peru. She returned to her native land and taught at Rosedale Middle School for one year before coming to Sumner .Academy to teach and spread the culture of her great ancestors. At present, she is on the warpath, trying to earn a Master's Degree at U.M.K.C. Ms. Ruth Campos Being a young teacher isn't easy. People are always mistaking you for one of the students. For instance, have you ever had a librarian walk into your classroom and ask where the teacher was when you were STANDING? Have you ever been substituting and told to get out of the halls during pass- ing period? Have you ever gone through a school cafeteria line and paid for student lunches, before you were finally able to con- vince the cashier that you were a teacher? This is a clincher: have I ff N X YF 1 i I , 4 you ever had a student walk into your classroom and ask where the teacher was? No, life is not easy for the young. Miss Judith Hobbs x w. ., , ,..7 When you hear a shout of nunca, nunca, nunca, you hear the shout of Mrs. Williams, Spanish-English teacher When she's not yelling at her classes, shes shouting Hut, 2, 3, 4 to her drill team squad. She claims California, lowa Kansas and Mexico as her homes since she has lived and studied in all those places She receiv- ed her B A in English and Spanish from Graceland College Lamoni, lowa and her M A in Spanish and Education from K.U. Mrs Susan Williams .. M- iii mg, 'ind 'liidi Wind -5,4 3' VIL, ' X X l A JC! f ON' . X .I . E. . 1 -I fxx ,I A I K S 'K I . 3 x --V I X s K . 6 7 This is the first year Frau Daniels has taught both German and French one right after the other, and it has taken her awhile to adjust to the situation. ln the first weeks of school, the fifth hour French class heard quite a bit of German spoken in the classroom. After three hours, of speaking German, it was automatic to use common classroom expressions in German and Guten Tag would come out instead of Bonjour, Madame has gotten more practiced at switching languages, and the faux pas don't happen as often. Also after several weeks of studying the language, the students are able to recognize the wrong language, and are quick to get her back into the right country. ln the not too distant future, Frau Daniels hopes to be using both languages on location, with her family on a trip to Europe. Room 109 . . . Room 109 . . . Attention all students . . . Buy your buttons, rib- bons . . . The Pep Club need . . . Sabre Saucers . . . A Pep Club meeting will be held . . . Bus and game tickets will be on sale . . . Cheerleaders will practice . . . Fall Dance Committees will . . . Latin Club will hold . . . There will be a pep assembly . . . Wear your Spirit Shirts . . . Point cards may . . . A poster party . . . King Louis . . . The Pep Club picnic ...HELP... A career in education was not an original plan for Ms. Donna Severance who con- sidered such fields as vet medicine and music more probable. However, after teaching various church and recreational groups and after a stint at educational television teaching French while also ser- ving as a graduate assistant at the Univer- sity of Oklahoma, teaching seemed to be a good way to use a foreign language and still be able to travel. Originally from the state of Washington, Ms. Severance has attended schools and universities in Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri as well as in Austria and France. When she is not spen- ding time in the mountains or by the ocean toften the Mediterranean as it's tax deductablej, she enjoys music, reading, cooking, socializing, and training her standard poodle, Norman le Duc de Deaville, who is bigger than many eighth graders. Teaching French l-IV and Major Western Writers at the Academy is a positive and enjoyable experience for Ms. Severance who believes this school to be a much- needed addition to the system. Foreign Language Stressed The Foreign Language depart- ment, comprised of six teachers, is an integral part of academics. The requirement of the study of a foreign language is new in the school district this year and is only in effect here at Sumner Academy. The purpose of this requirement is, according to Ms. Severence, to prepare students for the requirement on the college level. ln addition, there are certain colleges which require that enter- ing students have a certain amount of foreign language. Students are required to satisfac- torily complete three years of one foreign language. Those enrolled in Latin, which is a required course on the eighth grade level, find a great deal in common with their native languageg the course is extremely beneficial in enriching English vocabulary. Students enrolled in French receive not only a good com- prehension of the language, but also an appreciation of the French culture. The study of German, like French, involves not only a speaking and writing knowledge of the language, but also an understan- ding of the German people by ex- amining the culture of Austria and Switzerland. Spanish, the final language taught in the foreign language depart- ment, in addition to in-depth study of vocabulary, conversation and culture, offers the hopeful possibility of travel to Mexico or another Spanish-speaking coun- try during the third year. 1. Ms. Judy Hobbs, Latin-Englishg 2. Ms. Sue Williams, Spanish-English: 3. Ms. Joan Daniels, German-French, 4. Ms. Ruth Campos, Spanishg 5. Ms. Hobbs listens to a question from the classg 6. Ms. Susan Brown, Latin, 7. Ms. Donna Severance, French-Major Western Writers. Alan Morris teaches Geometry and Inter- mediate Algebra. He coaches girls volleyball and boys basketball. He is the only guy in school who can get 30 girls to jump when he says, Jump. qOf course, that is only at volleyball prac- tice.j Mr. Morris has taught and coached a total of 12 years at Argen- tine, Schlagle, and now the Academy. He has a Master's degree in Mathematics and enjoys computers and woodworking. if--v their goals. 4 lm Ms. Howard graduated from Southwestern Baptist College and in May will receive her master's degree from Emporia State. She enjoys swimming, play- ing the piano, and eating. She has taught at Sumner for 7 years. I wanted to teach here lthis yearj because l wanted the challenge of teaching accelerated students. When asked what she gets out of teaching, she replied, the satisfaction of helping students and watching them achieve .. - . Q, ,wg F . ,ag 4,-l tv 5... fix: Q . Mr. Marsh, abandoned at birth by his parents, was raised by a pack of wild dogs in the hills of Oklahoma. After a typical childhood, Mr. Marsh attended obedience school and graduated with high honors. His favorite hobbies include chas- ing cars and howling at the moon. He is housebroken and can do many tricks. In his spare time, he teaches Algebra l and Geometry. 6 Algebra l. 3 'S 7 Mr. Hampton, who finds his relaxation in jigsaw puzzles, fishing and pinochle, is generally satisfied with his chosen profession lexcept at the end of the month when he's pay- ing billsly He finds much satisfaction in his work when he encounters a student who is able to find a solution to what previously has seemed like an impossible problem. He believes that in 2 or 3 years students here at the Academy will have strong math backgrounds. He is particularly im- pressed with the general attitudes of the students. Miss Hodge began her respectable career four years ago at Argentine Mid- dle School. lt was there that she attempted to teach General Math and Now at Sumner Academy, she has been asked what grade she is in and N! has been charged 600: for lunch. fOf course she refused.7 She does reside in Room 310 teaching Algebra I and Geometry. She hides in the comfort of her room and comes downstairs only to eat and go home. She is known to her students as a Lover lof Mathy-and making them one also, her corny bulletin boardsg and her hearty appetite fwhich she believes is very apparent.J Nlath Skills Aid in Life The Math department, in keeping with the goals of Sumner Academy, provides the mathematical experiences necessary for students who are planning to pursue higher educa- tion. ln addition, of course, the basic foundation of mathematics will be an aid to students throughout their lifetimes. Although some of the mathematics that one studies will never be used in life, the learning skills that the student has mastered will play an important part in his future. These skills carry over, in that they have taught one to plan ahead and put things in their proper order. It is generally believed that those who do well in math, do well in all areas. 1. Mr. Alan Morris, Algebra-Geometry, 2. Mr. Kim Marsh, Algebra-Geometryg 3. Ms. Debra Hodge, Algebra-Geometry: 4. Ms. Howard relaxing in her outfit on Sports Dayg 5. Ms. Judy Howard, Algebra-Pre- Calculusg 6. Mr. Marsh may be trying not to laugh at a question from the classg 7. Mr. Bob Hampton, Algebra-Computer Programming, assists a student in his programming class. Mrs. Rosemary Vin- cent, who received her educational degrees at the University of Kansas, is considered to be a powerful teacher. She is remembered by her students as a teacher who is an authority in her sub- ject area. One stu- dent said, Not only is she an excellent teacher, but also a teacher with an abundance of wisdom and insight. ln addition to her teaching duties, Mrs. Vincent sponsors the senior class. Here at Sumner Academy, Mr. Charles Coblentz is presently head football coach, swimming coach, and assistant track coach. Mr. Coblentz has a positive attitude toward Sumner Academy. He says, The quality of the students here is much better. There are more good students here, but there are still a few just trying to get by. In his spare time Mr. Coblentz reads historical novels, likes to travel to historical places, and grades many homework papers. 2 3 I A x iii l S11 5 ss 5 7 I 4A J 'O ' .ff ,. , IK 'M f ' Y A-1 .. 1 l ,gh 94 fa. 5. k , 1 I 6 A devotee of History, Mr. Hathaway is the only living monarchist in the U.S. He would like to see the States ruled by an Emperor, preferably Arthur l. Politically he is ultra-conservative-he thinks the colonies had it pretty good under George lll. His hobbies are shooting fusually off his mouthj, coin collecting this wife says he makes Scrooge look like a spend thriftl, and grooming his daughter, the Princess Cherise, to succeed him as Emperor of the Americas. As he strives for his Master's degree, life finds Mr. Lowell Davis a very busy man. ln addition to teaching American History and Western Civilization, he finds time to coach football, basketball, track, and golf. Before coming to Sumner Academy, Mr. Davis taught and coached at Colby High School in northwest Kansas and at Schlagle High School. Although Mr. Davis wants to obtain great achievements in education and coaching, he considers his private life to be very important also. While keeping busy with his small son, he also enjoys playing golf and reading. Social Studies Challenging The Social Studies department, ranging from psychology to American history, assists students in developing ethical and moral values consistent with our democratic system of govern- ment. In addition, individual freedom, as well as the in- dividual's responsibility to others, is emphasized. The department is still experimen- ting with different ways to meet the different needs of the Sumner Academy students. independent study, group projects, homework assignments, and term papers are some of the methods being used for the acquisition of knowledge. Field trips have been taken and more are planned. The wide varie- ty of personalities of the staff in this department should be advan- tageous to the serious student. Diverse backgrounds of the students and instructors con- tribute to interesting class dis- cussions and an almost painless way of learning. 1. Mr. Charles Coblentz, Psy- chology-American History-Introduction to Behavioral Sciences, 2. Mrs. Flosemary Vincent, American History-American Free Enterprise-Humanities, 3. Mr. Coblentz is humbled at his winning a turkeyg 4. Mr. Arthur Hathaway, Western Civilization- World of Social Studies-American Govern- ment, 5. Mr. Lowell Davis, American History-Western Civilization, 6. Mrs. Vin- cent may be laughing with her class-or at her class? 7. Mr. Hathaway displays one of his many outfits during Spirit Week. 7 41 Mr. Marquis received his B.S. and M.S. from Emporia. He didn't get the notion to become a teacher until his junior year. Actually, he was going into wild life conserva- tion until a dramatic event happened in his life to change his mind. He spent nine weeks in the Sand Hills of Nevada, one hundred and thirty miles from the nearest town, alone. This event prompted Mr. Marquis to change course. ln his spare time, Mr. Marquis can often be found perched in a tree in the wilderness of Kansas, armed with bow and arrow, waiting patiently for some unsuspecting deer to happen along. 4 1 l 2 Miss Hobbs was a college drop-out. After com- pleting her junior year, she got restless and tired of going to school, so she dropped out and joined the Army. She served in both the U.S. and Europe, and after returning home took up the study of ac- counting instead of science. She went into prac- tice as a Public Accountant. Although she liked working with figures, she had the itch to return to science, so, many years later she returned to her alma mater, completed her senior year and started working for a food company as a chemist and bacteriologist. She tested and analyzed what had been some of her favorite foods-chili, tamales, corned beef, soda pop, etc.-all in cans, in a setting where the roar of the machinery and the clink of the cans was deafening. She retreated to a nice quiet lab which made vaccines, serums, antibiotics, etc., and which she tested on mice, guinea pigs and hamsters. They didn't like getting jabbed with a needle and sometimes bit back, so Miss Hobbs decided to give up the animals for humans. Young people in secondary school, she thought, would be EAGER to learn all about science! Probably because she was out of school for so long before she went back, we find that she's trying to make up for lost time because she's STILL going to school! -1? db Under the disguise of a somewhat comical character dressed in a fisherman's cap and cowboy boots, is the invincible Mr. Roberts. Teaching is exciting, for the students are interested in achieving the most from their academics. The students are the best here. Mr. Roberts feels he can really teach now. Besides having an educational career, Mr. Roberts' hobbies are hiking, sailing, backpacking, skiing, and flying aircraft. I l l 6 i l 5 Mr. Elbl is the head chemist and head ten- nis bum of Sumner Academy. He thinks that all the problems of the world can be worked out on a Texas instruments SR-30 calculator. When a student recently dropped his eye-dropper in the sulfuric acid bottle by mistake, he said, Don't feel bad. Every year, some rookie does that! Rumors that Mr. Elbl will soon enroll in the Don Rickles School for insult Comedians are entirely false. Science Looks Ahead The Science department offers diverse courses designed to ac- quaint students with the various fields available in this area.. Courses range from the intriguing subject of astronomy, to more basic courses that will be needed by many students in college such as chemistry and physics. The Science department has only scratched the surface as far as realizing its potential is concern- ed. lt has excellent facilities for class, group, independent, and in- dividual study. ln the years to come, it is certain that both the science students and faculty will witness increased productivity. 1. Mr. Dennis Marquis, BioloQYZ 2. Ms. Marian Hobbs, Biology, Matter 81 Energy. Careful instruction is an important part of learning, 3. Mr. Gerald Roberts, Geology, Earth 8 Space, Matter 81 Energy, 4. Mr. Marquis gets a chance to wear his hunting outfit to school on Sports Day, 5. Mr. Elbl supervises a student experiment with Richard Baker and Carolyn Sharpe, 6. Mr. Louis Elbl, Matter 8 Energy, Chemistry, Physics. Mrs. Winnie Ayers, a physical education instructor at Sumner Academy, adds a sparky magnetism to the first year of the Sabres' curriculum. Mrs. Ayers con- templates finishing her master's degree this summer. She expresses her versatility as she teaches swimming, modern dance, life saving courses, and gym floor exer- cises. Sumner Academy appears to be a change that she really likes. Her remark, Love it, tells it all. Mrs. Ayers promotes school spirit as she coaches her girls basketball team. Her hobbies include swimming and ice skating. 2 Mr. C. Carter, physical education teacher of the newly founded Sumner Academy of Arts and Sciences, received his M.S. educational degree at Central Missouri State University. He has taught at the former Sumner High School for many years. Mr. Carter is well respected by his students and fellow faculty members. This year he is head coach of the Cross Coun- try team in which he has received ex- cellent participation. He is head coach of the eighth grade basketball team. Mr. Carter's pride is in all his teams, but he has proved himself to be outstanding in track of which he is head coach. Mr. Carter is just one of the many valuable 3 assets of the Academy faculty. Variety in Physical Education The Physical Education department offers a wide variety of ac- tivities, some of which would certainly please everybody. Courses include swimming, gymnastics, health, first aid, team sports, in- dividual sports, archery, golf, and fencing. All eighth graders are required to take Experiences in Physical Education, which is designed to introduce them to the variety of physical education courses offered here at Sumner Academy. Business Courses Valuable The Business department is another essential area in the lives of Sumner Academy students. Specifically, students are required to enroll in typing in the eighth or ninth grade. Many sophomores, juniors, and seniors saw the necessity of typing this year when they were assigned term papers. Typing is not only necessary for students in their college work, it is also beneficial in the normal com- munication of daily living. In addi- tion, the Business department requires that juniors take American Free Enterprise and Consumer Decisions. This course is designed to teach students to manage their own economic resources through the study of the principals of economics. The course should prove truly prac- tical once students leave school and begin earning regular in- comes. 1. Ms. Lyn Floush, Typing, 2. Ms. Tari Marietta, Typing-American Free Enter- prise and Consumer Decisions, 3. Mrs. Winnie Ayers, physical educationp 4. Mr. Cecil Carter, physical education. Mrs. Harriett Bigham teaches in the art department here at Sumner Academy. Mrs. Bigham is a warm and easy- going person. She's easy to talk to and a likable person, says Mrs. Ireton. Mrs. Bigham attended Stillwater High School in Oklahoma, but at the end of her junior year of high school she had enough credits to enter college, so, dropping out of Stillwater High School, she went to Oklahoma State. Mrs. Bigham also taught the seniors the art history section in their Humanities class. The class is taught in Mr. Shepherd's room 309, and is taught by four teachers. But alas, this poor room is haunted by the spirit of the vanishing yardstick. Helpless and worried, Mrs. Bigham walks the room half delirious in the quest for her yardstick. This is only the beginning though, in her art class she has the problem of losing her keys, pencils, tape, etc. When asked if she has a problem about losing things, Mrs. Bigham, remaining calm and cool, replied by saying No. Having taught at Washington for a million years jgive or take a few daysj, she now enjoys teaching here at Sumner. We enjoy having her here, and would like to wish her another million years of teaching. ,K 'Tjiii' ' S .,45 'Y v r re..-E v , S ff fl-1' E 39 5' -'Z i Q'-vi ' i . W-, .,i...4,.- ' Q-f -nl-, it ny. ' +......,. L . Q -1- we 'ggs?3.ii2I .-iiyixg ..:e 'aw K.-'Tft 1 i. . , M ,li .. Egg- . -he is -k-sais., 1 ,ff - ' . vrry . Mr. John Henderson, who has taught school for 27 years, is pleased to be teaching at Sumner Academy. He received his Master's degree from illinois State. This year he arrives at Sumner in time for 4th hour. He teaches early classes at Washington High School. His courses include Basic Engineering Drawing and Engineering Drafting. He is also found supervising lunch room activity during fifth hour. Industrial and Fine Arts The Art department offers a change from the normal routine of student academic life. Art Ex- ploration is a foundation course offering experiences in art media. ln addition, courses in Drawing!Design, Painting l, Watercolor l, Studio Drawing I, and Sculpture l, ll were offered this year. A glance into the art room proved that a great deal of activity was going on. Mr. John Henderson is head of the industrial Arts department at Sumner Academy. The Industrial Arts department is a very well- developed department. Within the course of the year, the Drafting classes received new drafting tables to work on. Most of the students in the Drafting classes have had some form of drafting in the past. The students are eager to learn and will some day become the best in their field. lf' t . Miss Annette Fick is a teacher who feels con- stantly challenged to try new ways, new paths to reaching the minds of Academy students. She admits, however, that teaching modern youth is not like walking along a garden path with only beauty and peace on either side. She does enjoy teaching, though, as her students can tell. She is presently work- ing on her Master's degree at Wichita State University. She loves to bake and she also en- joys many sports. pq- Mr. Jeffrey Beck is a lifetime resident of Kansas City, Kansas. He attended Wyandotte High School and received his Bachelor's degree in Music Educa- tionfrom the University of Kansas. Mr. Beck considers being chosen as instrumental music director for the Academy as one of the crowning achievements of his career thus far. One high point of the year was a Christmas program given at Crown Center. The program was a success despite the fact that the entire band had to stand, thus causing Mr. Beck to direct on his tip toes. Music Department Provides Variety The head of the vocal music department is Ms. Annette Fick Her classes consist of two 8th and 9th grade mixed choruses: a senior mixed chorus, including grades 1O,11, and 129 and a girls glee, composed mostly of 8th and 9th graders. She has a select group called the Cavaliers that meets after school. Ms. Fick hopes in the future to have a large group of people for chorus and more men. She feels that in the coming years this will be a top group to contend with. The head of the instrumental department is Mr. Jeffrey Beck Mr. Beck's classes include a beginning band, a concert band, a symphonic band, an orchestra and a beginning strings class. Mr Beck's main goal this year has been to bring all the different levels of students together to per- form as one. He says that the orchestra and the other two bands are at a high level. He also says that in the future the bands will be more select and, in turn, be a force to deal with. With the higher level of concern on the part of the students and two teachers who care as they do, the music depart- ment at the Academy is a depart- ment all students can be proud of I 49 r Mr. Alan Gould, who teaches speech and debate, declares that life has taught him many lessons, but the greatest lesson he probably ever learn- ed took place on the farm when he was growing up. Look before you take the next step! Debate and Drama Enjoy Busy Year The Drama department, headed by Mr. Shepherd, had a busy year. Rehearsals for the first production of the year, COMPANY OF WAYWARD SAINTS, in spite of an over-abundance of snow which resulted in school closings, went well, and the production was given on February 2 and 3 in the school auditorium. In addition to major play productions, the department offers such courses as Introduction to Theatre' and various levels of acting. In debate, students were kept quite busy, especially since Sumner hosted its first invitational in September, 1978. When the Debate Team started this year, it was not widely received by the student body because they really didn't know anything about the subject. The students who are in- volved in Debate Tournaments enjoy debating very much. ln fact, they enjoy it so much that they have been bringing awards back from the tournaments. There are many 8th graders who take part in the debates. Most schools don't have 8th grade debaters. The first year for the Sumner Academy Debaters has been a good'year and Mr. Gould is anticipating ex- cellent debaters in the future as the program continues to grow. f ,, .R-Q fini .fzgrnif-fjiixe Q , ,lt A it 5-9,1 s Q' ' 41 5: Ra if :Ak,r': ' 4. F 4-' '. H. . gf .U 1- , I ,- 34- N: .I ..-rig: Qt ' K .- A 'v I Q' O 4 , .. . l U H - Q - I '4:' ' . 1 I ' 'if 0 I N' ' L - . . 4 .,,,y.!gfgrj,.f, 53. it ' .xt ,r. ., , ig E 5 .., , ' ' 1 7 , J Hvifdhprff ,: ' N 4, 6.5 , Q I 'L 2 gt my If f-.D -it fx J ' 2 igqis x ' W as X- 0 .. X xx 1 ' fix' ' ' J.,:A,3,'1f' ' q f' mo- qi We've Got Spirit! l ll We ve Got Pep! Go, fight, winl, shouts the Sumner Academy cheerleading squad, rooting their teams on to victory. There are two cheerleading squads, an eight-girl Freshman squad, and a seven-girl Sophomore squad. The girls practice three times a week. They are devoted to their jobs, and work very hard during practice. Mrs. Susan Brown is the sponsor of the Sophomore squad. Ms. Tari Marietta is the sponsor of the Freshman squad. The sponsors are as busysas the cheerleaders. They attend all practices as well as all of the games. What else have the cheerleaders done? They attended a cheerleading clinic at the Univer- sity of Kansas, and performed at the pregame show. Both squads also exchanged gifts at Christ- mas. 13 Freshman and eighth grade cheerleaders are: Front row: Cindy Parker, Janelle Albertson. Back row: Cynthia Walters, Christy Setzer, Karen Austin, Dawn Porter, Leslie Brewer, and Dondrea Fisher. 23 Sophomore cheerleaders at one of their weekly practices. 33 Teri Plummer, Lori Jarrett, and Windy Mendez learn a cheer. 43 Freshman squad cheering at a football game. 53 Sophomore cheerleaders pep up the crowd at a game against Ward. 63 Melinda Stevenson show- ing her spirit. 73 Crowd awaits football team at championship game. 83 The Sumner Academy cheerleading squads. 93 Sophomore cheerleaders are: Front row Lori Jarrett. Back row, Melinda Stevenson, Sonja Manning, Debbie Norris, Michelle Harrison, Windy Mendez and Teri Plummer. J MQW 42546 1' :QAM-. J T X, 1 1 Q 2 , it f.. 1 El ff -g r1g,y ' .lv fi' -tt x.,. , ax -if -- S- . Q X an mi ..- ,.A. ,x ff J .FQ-'W 14 In . 'nn' if 'fi IA: F? W 'R N vw ,mm n 4 1 ff 1 'i Q Q I l n 5' . 11 3 A if 9 x I 5 Y I K 'Q A ' H3 1, , ,. I R , f A 5, as - an A ' F ae f2 ,gap-k . W Buda x. 13 4 vm- . .A,,.,g,1' , 'i? v- f, 4 T ,', .x-QP.: M uxhgff is.J'7 4'-,x V 104m AQ? 3 'J' --. 1 .i4.4 ' ' Z Q.. W K 3-Hi - ' R. 'i 449 Q.. Y ' in-,V 1- W, W3 4, 4253 The High-Spirited Acadettes Sumner Academy has formed its first drill team. The team consists of a forty-girl squad including ten squad leaders. The members represent all classes. Drill team is expected to perform anywhere from ten to fifteen routines during basketball season. Some of the members attended a clinic on January 20. The girls have found that drill team is hard work but very rewarding. 1. Drill team members after performance. 2. Row 1: Squad leaders: K. Davis, S. Taliaferro, S. Pearson, D. Maddox, A. DeVille, S. Jones, R. Russell, V. Taliaferro, A. Foshee, J. Townsendg Row 2: K. Robin- son, R. Baptiste, D. Bell, S. Brown, R. Cecil, D. Dearth, G. Cabe, L. Fowler, D. Stone, W. Stan, T. Reynolds, G. Shook, E. Walsh, J. Schmidtg Row 3: Mrs. Susan Williams, N. Worthington, C. Neal, C. Clark, C. John- son, L. Brauer, S. Jones, C. Sharp, S. Guiheen, M. Cox, D. Richards, J. Maupins, S. Holiday, A. Gebaur, B. George, L. Morrison, B. Peet. 3. Drill Team performing at 8th grade game. 4. Drill team marching to positions, 5. Girls performing routine. 6. Girls in formation ready to start. t 57 Pep Club First Year: Success Pep Club's main purpose was to promote school spirit and to back the sport teams. There was a 81.50 membership fee for all members. lf desired, members could buy a Spirit Shirt for S11.50. Pep Club's money-making pro- jects included selling school but- tons and ribbons. There were an estimated 225 members in Pep Club this year. Pep Club sponsored a Spirit Week during the week of October 30 through November 3. lt includ- ed Halloween, Color, Kiddie, Sports, and Hobo days. The finale of Spirit Week was the Homecom- ing Dance on Friday evening. 1. Students enjoy themselves at the Homecoming Dance. 2. Pep Club gets a lit- tle bit rowdy. 3. 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S 771 , 324A 'fl ffm' - , Y ,f 5' i i l nngu muh! ...ai Music Peps Up . School Year Sumner Academy has formed their first performing bands. Mr. Jeffrey Beck is the Band and Orchestra teacher. Band and Orchestra separately are ex- pected to perform five times this year at school. Mr. Beck has put together a Pep Band, Stage Band, and German Band. Pep Band has played at most of the home foot- ball and basketball games. 1. Pep Band playing at basketball game. 2. Stage Band. 3. Buss Hodge playing a solo at the first concert of the year. 4. Mr. Beck receiving a Christmas present. 5. Stage Band practicing. 6. Orchestra at Christmas concen, l l Club Improves Chess Skills Sumner Academy had many clubs this year and one of these was Chess Club. Chess Club was put together to improve chess skills. lt had about 28 students in it. Miss Judith Hobbs was sponsor. Another club was French Club. This was started to learn about French culture. Miss Donna Severance and Mrs. Joan Daniels sponsored the club. Many ac- tivities were planned by the French Club. 1. Steve Davis and Mike Higgins at Chess Club meeting. 2. Chess Club officers: Steve Davis, Mike Higgins, and Mark Milton. 3. French Club officers: W. McDonald, B. Burkett, K. Phillips, M. Foun- dopoulos, L. Bakely, M. May. 4. Miss Severance, one of the French Club sponsors. 5. Chess Club members. 6. French Club members. Row 1: T. DeWerff, L. Jarrett, M. Stevenson, J. Schmidt, C. Ottens, J. Cogswell, L. Morrison, P. Proctor, A. Foshee, S. Patterson: Row 2: R. Sedorcek, A. Gebaur, C. Sutton, V. Scott, L. Bakely, K. Phillips, N. Yates, D. Henderson, S. Ringstrom, B. Burkett, W. Pennington: Row 3: D. Severance, S. Smith, L. Syers, M. May, L. McCloud, D. Grimes, M. Cailteux, C. Cailteux, P. Dunn, M. Hobson, D. Anderson: Row 4: K. Truman, S. Russell, J. Mercer, S. McDonald, M. Foundopoulos, L. Nichols, C. Proctor, E. Johnson, A. MGIWOHS. Shaw, B. Roberts, W. 12 A l' ti- l' Eff S X. Play Successful! Drama Department, which is headed by Mr. James Shepherd, has presented one production called, A Company of Wayward Saints . They also will present one other production this spring. An official Drama Club was not form- ed this year. The Drama Depart- ment has definitely done a marvelous job entertaining us. 1.-6. Scenes from the play, A Company of Wayward Saints. Student Congress and Art Club The Student Congress at Sumner Academy has been busy with many things during the school year. They sponsored three movies during the year, THE MOUSE THAT ROARED, THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO AND SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT. Dur- ing the Christmas season, the Stu- dent Congress also decorated a Christmas tree, which was set up in the front hall by the office. The Sumner Academy Art Club has been very busy decorating the school with many art projects. During the Christmas season, teachers' doors were decorated. Projects were exhibited on the bulletin board of the office. Some Art Club members submitted art entries at Crown Center. A few of the entries went to New York to further competition. 1. Art students working on class assign- ment. 2. Art Club members: Flow 1: Eugena Baskin, Henry Hams, Mrs. Bigham, spon- sor. How 2: Becky Heavner, Natasha Foster, Alice Kim, Sandra Kent. Row 3: Lisa Hunter, Donna Dumas, Barbara Up- ton, Nancy Wilson. Flow 4: Pam Dumas, Brenda Reliford, Mike Paluka. 3. Art ex- hibited in office. 4. Christmas tree decorated by Student Congress. 5. Stu- dent Congress members: Ftow 1: Marianne Brooks, Angie Washington, Olevia Mltchem, Dawn Skau, Sandra Kent, Mr. Hathaway, sponsor. Row 2: Lee Budesheim, Mark Miller, Mike Higgins, Steve Davis, Mark Tolly, Michelle Larson. 6. Art Award winners: Row 1: Tenlta Williams, Sara Wirth, Eugina Baskin. Row 2: Carrie Webb, Eldon Potter, Alice Kim, Mia Crawford. 1 MM' 'i'. i N .-..x.,,.. I i x Nv- iw .-. 'V M' - 3. . -1- Latin and German Clubs German Club has sponsored various activities throughoutlthe school year. The club has sponsored an Oktoberfest Dance, a restaurant trip, Christmas party, and on December 6, they celebrated St. Nicholaus Tag, which is Christmas in German. lt can be said that German Club is a club that enjoys study- ing about a different culture. ls Latin a popular language? No, because Latln is not a spoken language, replied Mrs. Brown, Latin Club sponsor. Latin is a difficult course, but the kids do enjoy it after taking it, stated Mrs. Brown. Since the opening of school, the clubhas combined with the other clubs to form an all language Christmas party. ln May the club plans to attend a Floman Ban- quet-complete with costume. 5:15 s U . 1, 'I P, Y ue, Q1-. , ik.. Q . ',1 x Q ,, 1' w 1 F .,:. QQQ,: x . NLR 3 a -x s 14 if 1 Q, A Vw 'ig 'AWK 'Y 'L xk S D? VW in 3 I f- Wwfalfif x ' ,X gfkk' XT wr' 4' + ,XX xx .WW Q, N' QV Q H N Q 8 E+' X A '7' ' N Y ,M Qey- H 0 A 1 . Y ' , ff il -. ' , ',i79'l.QQ r KIMFV .. ' idk ff,,, , f- SSW A .gun 4 -,' , 5, Sw. M- . NYM -- Y-1 . .. L.: .4 - , , K Q- -,fi x8Pf535ggQi ' QQ' .rig k .-A Kw-..,....,,'SG2QS4Q,'gxvf.f--f 'X' W My -ffm 1 F3-' View f J' l I 'J' 77' K 5' guqusw fl , ...Q Spanish and Debate The Spanish Club, sponsored by Miss Ruth Campos and Mrs. Sue Williams, boasts approximately 50 members. Club activities include a visit by Tiburcia Guevara, a high school administrator in our sister city of Urapan, Mexico. Also, members went to La Fiesta restaurant for dinner and attended La Fiesta Mex- icana, a celebration of the independence of Mexico. The Debate team was the only organization to com- pete on a varsity level this year. The team received numerous awards for their debating skills. The National Forensic League, which includes all forms of speech, has formed and is preparing for next year. Sumner's debate class has sponsored two debate tournaments this year, one open and one novice. Mr. Alan Gould is sponsor. 5 i . .ig u I r r'L-3 .T 1 4 if X ' E , Qsawfgwg . . 5, vias? 3 'TIT 6 1 X if' ill A - f 'WS -ef- E, ' 1. Spanish Club sponsor Miss Ruth Campos. 2. N.F.L. members: Row 1: M. Tolly, O. Mitchem, S. Manning, T. Plummer, G. Franklin, V. Scott, V. Taliferro, S. Jones. Fiow 2: S. Jones, L. Budeshelm, M. Scarbrough, J. Cook, D. Ftelcheneker, C. Johnson, D. Porter, G. Long, K. Davis, M. Foundopoulos, T. Dearth. 3. Debators at novlce tournament. 4. Spanish members attend meeting. 5. Spanish Club members: Plow 1: W. White, M. Harris, S. Jones, L. Tinch, Y. Jenkins, R. Goodspeed, M. Teague, S. Brown, J. Hall, D. Fisher. Flow 2: C. Smith, D. McDowell, M. Jones, B. Peet, D. Jones, D. Jen- nings, K. Bellus, M. Brune, S. Manning. Flow 3: F. Nicholas, M. Bond, A. Garza, A. Honaker, L. Griggs, A. Avila, J. DeVlne, S. Jones, Mrs. S. Williams, sponsor. Flow 4: Miss Fl. Campos, sponsor, C. Heggie, K. Moody, S. Boddie, M. Danley, A. DeVille, M. Wright, C. Neal, Fl. Davis, T. Schmidt. 6. Mr. Gould with student ln commons area. xx XY Q 0 W Sf' 72' ' if fly ' ., , V J J: A kr x . ' ,. 44 k Off 1,5 N . 'S 5 , i - ,M 5 K 14 ,fxfawgj X - is in' 'I 4 Pm. - 'ill .Q -1-A . 15-4-fa ., A-5. N4 in Q-k 'fx s-:EJ 'Tw 2' ' 5 is , Vw, Z' T M? ? if 5' ar 1 V 2 5, If 6 4 . -ala 1 in 4'-,, E H 4 94 74: lg., 1 15 Cavaliers' . Performances Enjoyable The vocal singing group, The Cavaliers, is a special group of people hand picked by Miss Annette Fick. The students in- terested ln singing in this special group tried out one night after school. The reason Miss Fick wanted a special group is because she did not have enough bass voices in any of her classes. The Cavaliers have traveled many places and have been enjoyed by many people. One of their most recent performances was with the Rotary Club. The group sang songs from musicals that the men were familiar with. The gentlemen really enjoyed the performance. 1. Sumner Academy's vocal cavallers. 2. Cavaliers at practice. 3. Ms. Flck, Cavaliers instructor 4. Choir in Christmas concert Talent Dominates Staff The journalism staff is composed of 23 members. The purpose of the school newspaper is to keep students informed on current events, and to teach journalistic skills. The members were selected by application in their residential schools last year. The staff sold Christmas and Valentine greetings as well as advertising from the community to support the paper. Mrs. Dorothy Channell is the sponsor. 1. Sherilyn works to meet her deadline. 2. Journalism Staff: Row 1: L. Jarrett, J. Schmidt, M. Stevenson, O. Mitchem, K. Magee. Row 2: T. Plummer, S. Guihein, A. Washington, W. Ferguson, R. Hodge, C. Cailteux, J. Hinsley, R. Sedorcekg Row 3: E. Gonzalez, M. Cox, S. Manlove, K. Davis, S. Jones, S. Hoyler, B. Heavner, B. Cod- dington, Mrs. D. Channell. 3. Terry Plummer doing research for journalism. 4. Cheryl Caileux working on the newspaper. 5. Mrs. Channell proofreading copy. 74 I ,...., .v Q: '64 X at I D h . m ,. gf I 1 Y x xk'h Q, t ,ff , '.a--.'2?- Yi ,f . A A , li J . in 1 I R I . I 16 n, , fs ,fl 1 , , X V' w 3 if fi? X 'F , fax il X 1 in V , .. 51 i - A ,f 5324 41 , - Q L A V , at 1 I , - ' 1 1773 - at ,G . is gn? H. mmf' iv .,., VI L -f I O1 f 1: . 4+ '13 1 Q , f , , ' 4 x Q 'V,4 gi 8 6 uf ,M i. ::m 1:. Y A 5' X f M V' K , 2? W 4 ,i k- V. ' J. ' J , ' V .1 Azvw,-' I A ' v ,, K ,gf It 1 53 ii li, , X 5 yu . 'H'ffAqf?W - . ' A 2 f ' - W ' ' ,Q lm! Staff Meets Deadlines The Academy's first Yearbook staft was composed of sixteen members. They worked diligently to get the yearbook out in time. There was no special day of the week for a meeting. Members came in as often as possible. The purpose of the yearbook is to provide an accurate account of all the events that took place during the school year. The co-editors of Yearbook are Fluth Fletcher and Windy Mendez. Sections editors are: Student Life - Melissa Brune, and Lois Bake- lyg Organizations - Sonja Man- ning, and Sandra Patterson, Class - Crystal Sutton, and Tom Schmidt, Academics - Jackie Grayson: Sports - Mike Tollyg Index - Crystal Roberson, Albert Avilag Business Manager - Wan- da Glassg Photographers are: Diana Diaz, Jeff DuTeau, and Bill Wolcheski. 1. Mike Tolly prepares lay-out. 2. Members of staff are: Flow 1: J. Grayson, M. Brune, C. Roberson, S. Patterson, S. Manning, Fl. Fletcher, W. Mendez, D. Diaz. Flow 2: Sponsor Mrs. lreton, C. Bakely, B. Wolcheski. J. DuTeau, A. Avila, T. Schmidt, M. Tolly. 3. Ruth Fletcher co-editor. 4. Jackie Grayson prepares copy. 5. Sonja Manning crops pictures. IVY 76 3 N, ,,-4 I4-vf gl 'X N3 is ' M fx 0 ' W 91 gs ,vi ,,.xu.,,1QS Ekfff 1 J ports 4' o xr? 3. ' Inf?-'Q -Q vga' I . .f r, . his A IA 1.1 ' t H h ' .' ' Q ' t . 1 .L 1 Q ' i- L .. 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Second row: Reggie Davis, Albert Avila, Dwayne Wallace, Terry Leonard, Mon- tagga Wright, Ronnie Robinson, Ricky Davis. Front row: Eric Davis, Jack Hamilton, Andrew Kim, Keith Pittman, Keith Schroeder, David Hahn, Jeff Setzer 3. Jeff Setzer, sophomore, prepares to pass. 4. Reggie Davis, sophomore, dives for extra yardage. 5. Backfield practices handofts. 4 H- '-1-..-fur 9- U- ' .. , 0. .-v FM!-E nc, iii X x .i. . ! 1 3 . , . 2 ZX f Xa ,S x 2-S ir? E-sf Sm L Q f -Q ,.. .,.A. ... . -4 ,. --.J V JH iii-I ,.- W B- X , H Q L xx 4 ff .L '13 fam-'QQFX i Other players gave different reasons. I feel that our coaches were the best in the city, said Montagga Wright. The sophomores ended the season with a 5-3 win-loss record. 1. Sabres swarm on ball carrier as Keith Pittman, sophomore, looks on. 2. Reggie Davis, sophomore, warms up for game. 3. Head Coach Coblentz yells instructions to players. 4. Seeing an opening, Eric Davis, sophomore, sprints for a first down. David Hahn, sophomore, looks on. 5. Andrew Kim, sophomore, walks away from huddle. Moore Finishes Second in City Sumner's freshman cross country team finished their season at the annual city meet. Ronald Moore, freshman, finished second in the meet and the team took seventh place. I think we will have a better season next year because of the experience we gained this year, said Jeff Cross, freshman. The sophomore team ended its season by taking tenth place and the Regional Meet in Garnett, Kansas. Carl Conklin, sophomore, finished first for the team taking forty-ninth with a time of 11:36. 1. Lucy Bardwell and Becky Heavner, sophomores, practice for cross country. 2. Back row: Brett King, Lance Custer, Duane Dinham. Third row: Bill Thomas, David Burton, Wesley Smith. Second row: Coach C. Carter, Robert Sedorcek, Tim Evans, Jeff Cross, Jerry Hinsley. First row: Carl Conklin, Mark Scarbrough, Greg Pluimer. 3. Girls' cross country members: Becky Heavner fbackj, Mocille L. Davis lmiddlej, Mary Nelson tfrontj. 4. Running in meet is Ronald Moore, freshman. Moore finished second in the city meet. 5. Lance Custer, freshman, runs in cross country meet. nu- it 7,34 1 H is - - U :: .1 luv-'r ',j' 7 -ul WT aww - '! . , -Y ' ,' ' sb I r r-..1......a I ri' t. .I , ' . K 4 I, -. e ' , Q, . Jai-- ., X A-T vw, ,R-'Zvi ,, V , ri, 5.47 f' -' '-g,,,.. ., - 5 , at K xx wk J' '-. K I' ' 4. - 1 ' .5 N, '-. ,, r 'T A , ' 'I -N. f ' . -5 .H-vu f ' ' 3 s M ., .. ,. A . ' t ' , j x f Y. 'ir . a - 5 . x!qz'.k 2 ' 5- I E - H-W 7 ' . Q ft' 12' ' I , Q cv .-J Q J, , su in I I5 .1 -el, 4' 31:1-A u' I E azz., A ,+1Rv.fS' wifi -'L ff: h X..'1 ing! qu Q Jax S N 'N i R? . 4 . -4 ff' 5 L . ,,. ., K ' 4' ' --61.1. 1, 5 .- 29 1521 'Ei 15.1 V -1 ZJV' F.: 4. 4,- Y 4' 5 af . 1 .a K :QQ or 4 J .g..-1' ., xg ,L if. , - A ,.-ati. 4, ,l - '- ,1 ., A',Q',.1-.aus-fl' gl? .. -inf - .., -UL' 1 --., ff . .. 2 dk . W. K ..,.fAf'iff.6Uk3s qaxugi A n X X 54 N '91 if x J -if -sk- 12s , if auf , gb ,.,, Q K 'P J ' ,1vt5iQ1 , --fl ' ...f J , . , A NW.. M ae X, ,,,,' ,QQ -- X, . J? tus. L -,, 'L aus 1, ' 1 , ' SJ N - ' :N ,.,, K A--,J ' Q. 'J .. ' wi? rx T g Z- N , - x , J ' fy-W , '5 my-A m l A m,,., i v ,., L ,,. 4 B6 -vlvn -,.,..-- 1-ll l ll .L an N .,. . o Lag! . -Q W1 1 . ir Freshman Champs Success is achieved when several different factors are combined and through this combination, a goal is reached. For the freshman football team, success came when the ultimate goal was reached. That goal was the 1978-79 City Championship. The organization, teamwork and defense were large contributors to our winning, said Gary Long, freshman. These factors, plus many more, all seemed to fall into place for the freshman team as they captured the City Championship by beating the Central Bear Cubs 12-0. The freshman team finished the year with a 6-1 record. 1. Freshman football team takes a break during game. 2. Freshman football squad stands to be acknowledged at pep assembly. 3. Sabres tackle opposing team. 4. Freshman football squad. Row 1: lral Hayes, Jason Albertson, Rudolph Thomp- son, Jr., Steve Harris, Steve Locke, Mike Jones, Mark Russell, Ray McKinney, Andre Hamilton. Row 2: Craig Arrington, Terry Davis, David Martin, Foster Coburn, Garry Keele, Otha Cole, Lamar Smith, Patrick Nelson. Row 3: Cedric Hook, Jr., Scott Shaw, Lewis Wickliffe, David Walker, Tony Norwood, Ricky Collins, Brad Bennett, Gary Long. 5. Sabres make a tackle. Sabres down 6 area schools Along with their victory over the Central Bear Cubs for the City Championship, the freshman football team had several more victories. Of these were wins over West, 30- 0, Ward, 20-63 Rosedale, 26-65 Central B-team, 40-0 and Central 12-0. Their only loss was to Argentine, 14-12. 1-Sabres watch the result of a well ex- ecuted play. 2-Mike Jones, freshman, watches game from the sidelines. 3-Terry Davis, freshman, is brought down by op- posing players. 4-Mark Russell, freshman, reaches for the football in an extra point attempt. 5-Sabres' defense rush against opposing team. 88 a. a f 1 t. 1 is '5 Fo ng 3 ,, f 1' 'fs :? Q . 'UQ I X 4:8 , 1' 'N 'x 's K 4 'QQ UB: A. qw, r 2 :N ' ., I tl ' ' 1. V .1 l IA TQ . -W v 'P 15-'gui' A Y. A Mitt ,qi-.'m,i.L: if ,212 .,.,..1:e ff 1 Y , N R 1 ' 66014 ffl 41,-my , .gf'. V 1- , 5 m ' - L W 1 1 , all ayw V -. ' , fr, A - . 'fl 'TT' W, 1 I ' , .41 ' 5, fi , rw f,5g .4g ' Q .Lf - fi - - L9 ,i ky , ' 'L W H an J fQ':'i'i11xf,f! '-fi Q ' J ' x ,- W z 1 Q r ' ' lx Q XXX X R .1 R V , 2 1- A . a, - 'f' 1, .3 1' -5 K .- UA! fa-L. A 'W ' 1? +4 1 2 ! 4 0 1' 1 V f - il E- Mlx f,, -f 1 ' ie 4 -4' f' 5:-I' 7511 , I W... f -A AJ., if 5 3 , ' nf, fi , 1. ' . 3 ,- -.1 ' 9 K 4 s i K . 1 v , , -V V' x f f ,- 2 ' , , f . 4 5. .. 'ef' 5, vm h . , 41-- 1. ,Q 44 VV f Q so 52 X 51 , 'W-Aa?fA2 fx 'Lf . x 41 fm ima ,J . , X . 'ff M ' 13184 14090 Freshman girls win 1st trophy With a victory over Arrowhead, the freshman volleyball team cap- tured Sumner Academy's first trophy and the city championship. Other victories were over Northwest, Coronado, Eisenhower, Rosedale and Argen- tine. High scorer of the team was Carrie Webb, freshman, with 27 points. The team ended the season with a 7-1 win-loss record. 1. Back row: Coach Morris, Leslie Truman, Carrie Webb, Debra Judie, Jackie Mason, Andrea Frazier, Darlene Rogers, Christine Green, Coach Roush, Toni Morris, manager. Front row: Mary Parks, Rochelle Campbell, Heidi Willett, Ann Reardon, Katie Truman, Carol Mitchell, Dawn Skau, Armandina Garza, Cathy Mannasmith, Paula McAllister. 2. Cathy Mannasmith, freshman, drops to her knees to return a serve. Dawn Skau and Christine Green, freshmen, look on. 3. Dawn Skau, freshman, attempts to return a volley. 4. Rochelle Campbell and Jackie Mason, freshmen, watch the result of Mason's ef- fort at returning the ball. 5. Preparing to return a serve is Ann Reardon, freshman. Sophomore Girls end 5-2 season Ending the season with a 5-2 win- loss record, the Sophomore volleyball team showed how well they could do as a first year team. Among their victories were games against Harmon, Shawnee Mis- sion North, Turner and Schlagle. Linda Marquez, soph., was the team's high scorer. 1. Llz Gates, soph., sets up the ball for teammates. Robin Baptiste and Katie Flelds look on. 2. Setting up the ball ls Karen Bellus, soph. Watching is Ftobln Baptiste, soph. 3. Melissa Brune, Karen Bellus and Llz Gates watch the result of Brune's set. 4. Patrice Dunn, soph., sets up the ball. Karen Bellus, Flobln Baptiste and Liz Gates look on. 5. Back row: Coach Morris, Jeri Miller, Patrice Dunn, Laura Griggs, Clndy Scherzer, Susan Hoyler, Manager, Coach Roush. Front row: Karen Bellus, Robin Baptiste, Linda Marquez, Liz Gates, Melissa Brune, Katie Fields. v l 4 ' x Xu op 2 I 1 l ill 4. , Q l .- 5 .Q i 3 Q 71 Q ' 4.1 9 K , s , . ' N Q 1 J. Sophomoras Plan for Sub-State Under the leadership of Coach Morris, the Sophomore basketball team finished the season with a 6- 9 win-loss record. Coach Morris said, I think they're better now than at the beginning of the season, but they'lI have to play a good game in the Sub- State tournament to advance: their opponent is 8-1. 1. Tony Booker, soph., shoots a jump shot. Swayne Denham, Ronnie Robinson, Mon- tagga Wright and Pat Roark, sophomores, look on. 2. Maneuverlng around an oppo- nent is Tony Booker, soph. 3. Ronnie Robinson, soph., jumps against Schlagle for possession of the ball. Dwayne Denham, Tony Booker and Pat Roark, sophomores, watch. 4. Back row: D. Walker, Y. Jenkins, C. Conklin, M. McDaniel, R. Flobinson, L. Norman, D. Thomas, D. Denham, D. Coulter, Coach Morris. Front row: G. Maupins, mgr., M. Wright, E. Davis, R. Sedorcek, P. Roark, R. Davis, R. Davis, mgr. Lf 1 . gn, . , ...ur x M a. ff-if '- XM! I 5 Freshman Finish 5-4 In League According to Coach Davis, the Freshman basketball team had a lot of potential and talent, and will eventually be fine ball players. The team showed their potential by finishing the season with an 8-6 win-loss record and 5-4 in League play. 1. Terry Davis, freshman, maneuvers through two Northwest defenders. 2. Terry Davis jumps against Northwest for the ball. Rudy Thompson watches. 3. Leaping for the lump shot is Rudy Thompson, freshman. 4. Donald Coulter, freshman, looks on as Terry Davis takes a jump shot. 5. Donald Coulter, freshman, drives for a lay-up. 6. Back row: C. Arrington, D. Walker, D. O'Neal, R. Collins, T. Davis, D. Cowans, D. Walker, L. Wickliffe, Coach Davis. Front row: W. York, manager, W. Reginald, R. Moore, R. Thompson, M. Jones, M. Garvey, G. Bowman, l. Hayes, D. Coulter, O. Cole, manager. s if 1 4 Eighth Graders Finish Second Ending the season with a 5-2 win- loss record ln League play, the eighth grade basketball team finished in second place in the city. They had a 6-4 overall win-loss record, with losses to Northwest, Central and Coronado. The boys played well, although they were outmatched talent wise. They worked well together,' said Coach Carter. 1. Back row: Coach Carter, M. Hinkle, T. Williams, R. McKinley, J. Russell, R. Rech- tien, W. Reginald, M. Jones, K. Doolittle, E. Potter, mgr. Front row: D. Burton, mgr., P. Starr, G. Kelsey, T. Evans, D. Bllllps, A. Maxwell, F. Smith, G. Thomas, mgr. 2. Mike Jones attempts a lay-up. 3. Mike Hinkle tries for a free-throw as Fred Smith looks on. 4. Mike Hinkle maneuvers around a West defender. 5. Jonathan Russell and Tim Evans defend goal. 6. Robert Rechtien and Mike Hinkle block a West shot. QWUWZ ' ,4--any W- . X M ' wx.. Jr. High Girls Finish Fourth Sumner's girls basketball team, consisting of eighth and ninth grade girls, started the season with a win over Northwest Junior High School. According to Coach Ayers, the team placed fourth in the city at the end of the season. The team achieved this position under the directions of Coaches Lyn Roush and Wlnnie Ayers. 1. Back row: Coach Ayers, D. Klee, C. Webb, J. Mason, L. Truman, D. Paige, S. Russell, V. Clemens, M. Foundopoulos, A. Frazier, manager, Coach Roush. Front row: C. Brockman, G. Carter, D. Garza, H. Willett, K. Truman, J. Harrls, A. Reardon, P. McCalllster, R. Lightfoot, K. Barnes. 2. Jump ball against Coronado. 3. Gloria Carter advances the ball down court. 4. Katie Truman, freshman, takes a free- throwg Maya Foundopoulos watches. 5. Jackie Harris, freshman, goes for a lay-up. Katie Truman and Maya Foundopoulos look on. Smdnnnens Gahm Expedence Sumner's first swim team, under the direction of Coach Coblentz, ended their short season January 16. Their season consisted of two meets, one at Shawnee Mission Southwest and one at Washington High School against Schiagle High School. Jeff DuTeau, soph., took first in the backstroke at Southwest and second against Schiagle, with times of 1:09 and 1:10. Even with a short season, the team gained experience. Sara Wirth, soph., said, With the ex- perience we received this year, we'lI be a better team next season. 1. Mary Nelson, freshman, practices the breast stroke. 2. Back row: J. DuTeau, M. Nelson, L. Gruendel, S. Wirth. Front row: A. Honaker, F. Coburn, V. Victor, B. Smith. 3. Preparing for the next leg of the relay are Linda Gruendel and Amy Honaker, sophs. Mary Nelson, freshman, is in the water. 4. Jeff DuTeau, soph., practices the butterfly. 5. Practicing the butterfly is Sara Wirth, soph. 103 Seniors ' .. -' U -vi Q' J 45 is xr s -' 97 '4','- QP? '-f . 5 4 - 'd- -SV w I ' ,H ug irvf 1. '12 4 -:,x F . 6, I5x'.'-24 all zf Q , 'MX Qi -4 .A N: . -fx . 4 1 A' - if .CA .P 'fp gs., '4 . ' . . gs ' L6 A 5 ,M ' f',QQl11'f- ---4 Ni'.' - i v 4 , 'wa as - ,ek E 4 1 4 ' ,pfxxjl . A . I' I C? n PE is C' . .1 LN. f'4 -fn, 357' U. .x ,. .. v- 1 v QL ,.+' ,Jim I fl. K ' ' 'i I QE I ' 41. H -4 V f - sflfaiv ,.. ., -. '. 12427 Y V 'fr' A ww-.Auf Q, -Ani, , ,..A .L.-.J- A .AN fy- o-q'? , . nu - 'Y ,f-W' '4 lf '1x is --...----1' 105 The Senior class of 1978-79 provided a leadership for younger students at the Academy. Being the first class to graduate from the Academy they are quite likely to have a prosperous life ahead of them. Seniors provided enthusiasm and spirit throughout the school year. Although small in number, Seniors have played an important role in the first year of the Academy. Lillian Adams Richard Baker Rex Blockman Marianne Brooks Sherri Cabe Beverly Caro Kimberly Cole Wandean Cunningham What are some of the things that you like or dislike about the Academy. I like the atmosphereg it keeps you alert. Rex Brockman I like the quality of people and the at- titude ofthe teachers. The administration makes the Seniors feel part of the school. Mary McCluskey l like the learning atmosphere and I dis- like the lack of Senior activities. Twila Stewart. I like the way the Academy is run for mostly learning and not necessarily sports. Richard Baker I j- ,ov wx .ur 1 1. 1978-79 Senior Class Officers: Mary McCluskey. Beverly Caro, Michael Hutchingson, John Danley, Sherri Gabe, 2. Seniors enjoy themselves at their swimming party, 3. Flichard Baker boards the bus for home, 4. Michael Hutchingson prepares to goto his next class. John Danley Steve Davis Fluth Fletcher Darryll Fortune Russ Hodge Michael Hutchingson Deborah Klee Kim Maddox M -nlwnuw' , A Asie Mahone Sherry Masters Mary McCIuskey Warren McDonald Grady McWilliams Theresa Owens Ariana Phillips Glenda Poke 1. Seniors John Danley and Warren McDonald study in the library. 2. Warren McDonald awaits the coming day in the hallway. 3. Flex Blookman and Debbie Klee learn they were chosen Senior attendants at the fall dance. 4. Steve Davis operates the camera during one of the basketball games. lf you had this year to do all over again, how would you do it? nl would of started off more seriously. Grady McWilliams Taking a more serious attitude towards my studies. Asie Mahone I'd start off working harder instead of waiting until I had to. Kimberly Cole What is your favorite pastime? I enjoy spending my leisure time by writing. Russ Hodge l enjoy sewing, singing, swimming, and playing the piano. Arlana Phillips l like to fix up antiques. Bill Rich i 2 2 Cheryl Proctor Bill Rich Kevin Robinson Carolyn Sharpe Twila Stewart The Seniors were the most active of all the classes in the first year at the Academy. They participated in many fields trips and other activities. The Seniors, although not competitive in sports, were involved in debate, drama, music, and foreign language clubs. Now for the Seniors it is a look into the future. nderclassmen - Til' Q A. 5 , . , -- 5 fi.-NQMW'-'f in . 'N 'f' -'f fi ': W f a i. A. 19? -, A , f -mf..5i.'... . -if? lip! 3 Kid' E' '1' LI!! lgtxif Juniors Contemplate Future The junior class of 1978-79 came to the Academy with the hopes of broadening their horizons. All juniors came to the Academy with the hopes of eventually going to college. Although not being large enough to participate in sports, the junior class participated in many other activities. They provided leadership for many other students and were very much looking forward to becoming seniors next year. The occasional field trip was a welcomed activity by many juniors as they continued their efforts to broaden their educational horizons. 1. Junior class officers 1978-79. Barbara James, Diana Diaz, Olivia Mitchum, Penny Proctor, and William Shite. 2. Michael Hobson escorts Olivia Mitchum as they just learn of becoming junior royalty. Coritha Barnes Rhonda Barnes Jane Bielski Joan Bielski Sharon Boddie Monica Bond Jennifer Bowen Toni Boyd Kenneth Bragdon Lee Budesheim Michelle Cailteux Mark Danley g 'Ill The Junior class had an enthusiasm and pride which made them proud to be Juniors. In this first year Juniors played a great role in making the Academy successful. Now for Juniors, the future centers around becoming Seniors and achieving their goals they set for themselves. 1. Michael May takes time to stop at his locker for more books, 2. Pam Dumas and Sharon Body in class, 3. Roxanne Russell shows interest in class discussion, 4. Diana Diaz contemplates the class discussion, 5. Brenda George receives a friendly sugges- tion on an assignment. 112 t . . M ,W . T gf, f is W 'af .t 1 in if J J , '- l K 5'-.a 4 ,x .:. - f is 'G A 'f,Qyf,x ' fag . Xf... X57 5-'s - ew ' ' G5 fg - R ' ,.. ' av' Q 5 A J 'Q ' N Q ' P . f r X ' 1 fra .: 1 w '11 Q X A W F K ax n XS x 7 f .. Q xx N x 1 1 ,Z N X . . , xx '1 N I 5 .1 bk My 'T F x I X ki! YN X ,gg . 5 A . 1 9 . 5Q ' . 1 'ai 5 3 f 0 li t :'. -5 X 1 '2 ' A ' rf- -Q 122 Q V ' lg 1 ' Q '5 3 . fi '3' ..-,, aa, b M 'mf 113 l 4 e -e gl flilllm .wi la., ff' f , 2' 1' X gf ,v v- , f 7 1 M .il l . ,mr wg, -5 ,1,X. 7? ' 4 51 f ,fa 1 1 I W 1.5 K1 ' x X 511-,, GZ. 4'-' if 4 J I ' . is. 4 ' I Q ,K vo' I ' . 44 7 , , x l William White Carla Williams LN wx.. L lx K 1 I1 ,w g '. Q 6 ' l 1 N M 411 4 9 f 'lf v , bm Hfiiig.. 5' M 'A Cynthia Johnson Sheila Jones Michael May Pam McAtee Kim McGhee Mark Milton Olevia Mitchem Karen Moody Brenda Murray Penny Proctor Brenda Reliford Stephen Stubblefield Lisa Tinch Mike Tolly William Tucker Angela Washington 6. .iz -Ei' afrfumv-1 The Junior Class became very ac- tive as the year progressed. In an effort to raise money for the Senior Prom, they sponsored a donut sale, Sabre banner sale, and sold carnations around Valentine's Day. Juniors par- ticipated in various activities as they made themselves a part of the Academy. 1. Karen Moody and Michael May support the Academy basketball teams. 2. Lisa Tinch concentrates as she holds a test tube while Eric Gonzalez pours in a solu- tion. 3. Carla Williams finishes up a paper on her way out of one of the science labs. 4. Michael Hobson escorts Olivia Mitchem after they are elected junior attendants of the Fall Dance. ' 4 115 r ,.,, Q' 3 . X ,Mg I ' 5 n xx fox ,I f . w -X ', It 'exp K M I -'- I. '. Q x 5 r4'm .rx X X4 ,'ff'kr:-,ffm r .A ,X cv Marshall Cindy Baker Robert Belz Keith Bragdon The sophomore class of 1978-79 had an enthusiasm Alcanter Lois Bakely John Berve Terry Brockman - - Paula Armstrong Robin Baptiste Srrerrlyrr Sandy Brown and pride different from all other students at the Joyce Arnold Eugenie Baskin Beverly Andy Browne Academy. The adlustment of coming to Sumner was a Albert Avila Delois Bell Jacqueline Melissa Brune - ' - - ' Gerarrre Barley Karen Beuus Borer Laura Bullock major decision ln the life of an Academy sophomore. Chris Bair Tony Booker Melissa Boyd The Sophomore Class Sophomore student Vanessa Prather confirms this by saying, I had a tough decision in deciding whether I should attend the Academy. I wasn't sure if I wanted to come here. However, now I know I made the right decision. 134 L1 '. 1 .gi g' its:-s 3,53 ,Hg 2 if' .f 5 f rs. I wi ' X 1.7 si 'X si! Q - X . 4, ,ADA Xe if X'X 1 , 1. Elizabeth Gates, Judy Schaefer, and Tom Schmidt practice their Spanish with the help of the tape lab. 2. Sophomore cheerleaders practice a routine for an upcoming football game. 3. Sherilyn Beverly types an article for an upcoming issue of the ACADEMICIAN. 4. Ronnie Flobinson and Dona Maddox express their happiness after becoming sophomore royalty at the fall dance. 5. Michelle Harrison, Debbie Norris, and Lori Jarrett show their enthusiasm at a football game. Christie Cade Kim Charles Becky Clarke Carl Conklin Joe Cahill Dana Clark Brenda Jay Cook Cheryl Cailteux Theresa Clark Coddington Steven Couch Donnedria Coleman Q? 73' A A M V- . A -X is A 5- - U :Wig x I l .YK -i ' 2 1 s A-xg s ff 'f gn 'Q I t X I x ' X rl N, , X 7 Xl 15? I Min, 555' x Q1 f ' , .sl Y 4 'fr 'hwy W3 V' 7:17 , i ' Q f ix navy Y .. ' -. X X X A L K F Y 9 ft: ' 3' . '-- . 1, V - , ' ', N . n' l rrr N I ig! 5 I C7 V it M X 'Ss ig, S if ,B f-n-- Marcia Cox Alicia Deville Shelly Evanson Shelly Fulton Laura Griggs Jack Hamilton 1. Sophomore class of- Eric Davis Irene Diaz Wanda Ferguson Elizabeth Tammy Grimes Henry Hams ficer, Ronnie Robinson. 24 Karen Davis Duane Dinham Katie Fields Gates Linda Gruendel Michelle Lori Jarrett and pam Lynette Davis Patrice Dunn Verna Foster Ann Gebaur Stacey Guiheen Harrison Reggie Davis Rickey Davis Jeff DUT.92fU Geri Franklin Tracy Eilfl'liS Don French Robin Goodspeed Mary Ellen Pamela Graddy Hall Jackie Grayson David Hahn Becky Heavner Danita Henderson Jerry Hinsley Grady celebrate spirit week by dressing up, 3. Crystal Roberson works on her English and American History term paper. l fl Q r-sw xx. isa, .. A . .si Y 1 l X' N Q ' 1- 5 ,-. X, . . N , fr E . 3' - M ls 4 0 . ' s gs 1 , X. - f rv xx, .5 5 ' X N A xy 1 N f ' A x'N x , is ,A-fr Remembering . . . The lives of sophomores were filled with varied activities. Who can ever forget those term papers for history and English, file boxes of foreign language vocabularies, what it used to be like when there was time for watching television every night, the loss of sleep while studying for exams, or dreading the DAT tests in English class? Pulling away from the old crowd and the old school was difficult-but a new day dawned. Amy Honaker Susan Hoyler Cynthia Jackson Lori Jarrett Lisa Jastremski Stacie Jenkins Yuri Jenkins Dixie Jennings Claudia Johnson Donna Jones Gary Jones Monica Jones Shelly Jones Shelley Kaiser Kim Kenski Andrew Kim Brett King Brian Knaff fl .9 X-.J 117 - T, WWW. I'-A ,- . il A , ,J 4, Q. V' , L! LX rx A Xu? lx ll Christy Lane Michelle Sonja Manning Darlene Jeri Miller Felicia Beth Palcher Michelle Larsen Lindsey Linda Marquez McDowell Lori Morrison Nicholas Saundra Pearson Marcelle LaVine Barbara Logan Cheryl Mathia Kara McKee Roberta Muse Micheline Kathy Phillips Terry Leonard Larita Lyons Greg Maupins Windy Mendez Micheal Neal Nobles Keith Pittman Joyce Lindsey Donalisa Maddox Marshall Jeff Mercer Craig New Lemuel Norman Teri Plummer Chevonne McDaniel Mary Michalski Debbie Norris Manlove Cindy Ottens Stacey Guiheen and Ann Gebaur perform with Mrs. Ayers dance David Porter Crystal Vanessa Prather Roberson classes at a sophomore football game. , . Derrick Billy Roberts Michelle Harrison certainly had a lot of spirit, and she wants to let Mike Riley every one know on Kiddie Day. FleiCh9l16k6I' Reid Roberts Karen Robinson Pat Roark Ronnie Robinson X, - X is J l o - l Dean Rodina Julie Schmidt Robert Sedorcek Crystal Sutton Debra Scales Tom Schmidt Jeff Setzer Laura Syers Mark Keith Schroeder Colleen Smith Veda Taliaferro Scarbrough Flina Susan Smith Monica Teague Judy Sghaefer Schwerdtfeger Melinda Dave Thomas Cindy Scherzer Valori Scott Stevenson 122 Mark Tolly William Townsend Kristi Tuley Deitra Turner Scott Tyrer Kimberly Van Dorn Bob Vervaecke Dwayne Wallace Cynthia Williams Gina Williams Hiram Williams Vincent Wilson Sara Wirth Nancy Worthington Montagga Wright x. 5 , i ., l, v'1A,.,f:,Q A group of students interview Mr. Roberts uptown on the Mall. 3hal'0f1 JODGS A 'Wi ' flax, '-time -I rf' ' .-5- W - V, A , I 3 ff 1 f V 'F 5 in ,- 434.9 -,.,, V - if L 'sl 1 f . X e 4f?E'c ,V U gi y .WAX ' .C ?:f2l4i2'fQi'Ili + - fl l ' ua xl l 333.5 '11,-1 LNLQZ, ,A by 'JLQX-Q 9',.1 12 . 3 .. - - , 5 1: fmt. , A 4 v? f . wif gig ,f 45 l, 1 x . ' V 'X 'll 2- K A fl i ' ali! Jason Albertson Melissa Baker William Brooks Gwen Cabe Gloria Carter Otha Cole Dan Cowans Dori Anderson Brad Bennett Tony Brown Rochelle Cecelia Castor Cindy Coleman Jeff Cross Craig Arrington Carter Betts Rhonda Burgin Campbell Roxanna Cecil Ricky Collins Carol Custer Karen Austin Gary Bowman Merri Burk Dennis Carnahan Vicki Clemons Donald Coulter Lance Custer Jeffery Bagsby John Bowman Brenda Burkett Dana Carr Joy Cogswell Karen Coulter Terry Davis Denise Carr N Freshmen Xxx., .4- X Nxxlft. 1. Mark Russell and Dawn Skau elected ninth grade representatives at the Fall Dance, happily descend the stairs to the receiving line. 2. Rudy Thompson, Donny Fisher and Dwayne Wallace express their eagerness for the ninth grade football game after school. Jeff Devine Donna Dumas Sheryl Enloe Micheal Garvey Tom DeWerff Jim Duncan Dondrea Fisher Dina Garza Kevin Duke Karl Eberhart Annette Foshee Peatrice Gates y . My ,,,,, , W.. Z- , VX gf - ,. V' . 3 - ge. 6 -, I 3 A V ., W pa ' 1 1 'vp 4,7 , 1' , L ' V' wi X 5 ' Q N f ff, -'-- Q 1 G1 . M e sf . vmue 2 . H' , X ' 'X 1 My J xii .,, A .-lx: V , ,VJ l X . s X , W7 , . .X n-0 , , , , g . Q f f 'ip x . ', ' 'i , , '07 f 'C W N1 D647 -4 XX IX l ' ll lf, if -.Ja Mark Giebler Melodie Gillis Wanda Glass Christine Green Jill Hall Robert Halley Andre Hamilton Jackie Harris Garren Henderson Jim Hoenscheidt Regina Hollis Keith Johnson John Krasick Rich Liston Cedric Hooks Marsha Jones Holly Krump Marie Long Lisa Hunter Paul Jones Donald Lackner Gary Long Verna Ingram Denise Klee Jay Lamphear Carl Magana Brian Johnson Dawn Klein Denise Leighow Julie Maupins Larry McCloud Stacey McDaniel Carrie Mc Ginnis Marc Mclntosh Stacy Mears if K. 1 A MLK -1 NM ,f - af S4 in xiii, 4 ' 'P XX l tt ,x, l X I 'sf l M i f i 1,,,. f, avr: 5 ' , X get g i - ' x , , .l ' J Q 'I H . I I Q S L' , K X' Tracy Mears Carla Neal Danny O'NeaI Sandra Roger Pitts Stephanie Mark Russell Carol Mitchell Mary Nelson Jeff Orlowski Patterson Sherrie Ringstrom Stephanie Dorothea Patrick Nelson Dana Paige Jerry Peacher Ragsdale Mark Roberson Russell Mondaine Ronald Norris Lisa Parker Brenda Peet Renee Rechtien Marilee Orlando Sanders Angella Tony Norwood Mary Parks Wade Pennington Jimmy Rich Robertson Phillip Sass Montgomery Tammie Philpot Gloria Lisa Rodriguez Tammy Sessions Ronald Moore Richardson Darlene Rogers 127 WWF xt f' www e 'K l David Sharek Diane Shott Lamar Smith Diane Stone Robert Thoele Katie Truman David A. Walker Scott Shaw Lenior Simmons Wes Smith Monica Sutton Phil Thomas Linda Tyrer Bryan Watson Julie Keith Sippie Laura Snyder Mindy Sympson Rudolph Mark Uland Janet Watson Shingleton Dawn Skau Wanda Starr Missy Sympson Thompson Barbara Upton Karla Weems Dorothy Shirley Tom Skrijac Angela Stevens Robert Tate Julie Torneden B. David Walker Kristy Weems Donald Jill Townsend Shoemaker -str. .-.5 , J V, ,. . X . F 'V 4 l 8 1 yfwf - fl ,F 1 5 C t 'I . . Q. y 13,1 I V? X . .v- 'Zan tv X 1. Those elected for their ninth grade officers are as follows: Dawn Skau, Phil Thompson, Brad Bennett, and Rudy Thompson. 2. Babies? Heavens No! lt is lust Sherri Taliaferro, Jill Hall, and Monica Sutton showing their school spirit by dressing up for Kiddie Day. Delinda Welton Marilyn Weston Scott Wetschensky Bill White Lewis Wickliffe Bill Wolcheski Damon Wooten Nathan Yates Chris Yeo Willie York ? I. t .41 S CJ sa X X' I x Q Qi 5534 lit? A -h v ,:.:,f 'qx,,,,. . xA 3, YB, Millicent Akin Karen Barnes Janelle Tony Barnhill Albertson Melissa Bedford Trina Anderson Heather Belcher Becky Ashcraft Scott Berry Leo Ballard Marie Bettis Derek Billups Sheila Blevins Deadra Block Bobbi Bolton LaNette Brauer Wendy Brown Sherri Cade Leslie Brewer Laureen Brunow Jenny Carmack Cassandra Bill Brunsky Estellar Carr Brockman David Burton Maria Carrera David Brown Samuel Butler Dennis Chanay Robert Brown Deidra Charles Paul Chase Candy Cindric Cassandra Clark Chester Clemons K.,, 3 8th Grade i. x ,A .A l . iF :f.1:1 3 . ss ' ,,. 1 -. l l 5... - L v 7 ' ' 54 ,. 1 l sf S is f' -US .--, , 1. , fx ., A. ff- .. 5 . ,r li E -35 Lwdgw 3 The 8th grade class officers for the year 1978-79 are Foster Coburn Ginger Coil. Mia Crawford Penny McAnis:er, Mike Jones, Pam McAllister, sandra Bobby Collins Jeff f3VaYf0 ! Kem and K . 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OF KANSAS CITY one sammy Plaza - Kansas ony. Kansas asm sscunrrv rumomu. smxfwzsr - vsm A sum SECURITY NATIONAL BANKIVICTORV - l9lh A Central A HOMETOWN FFIIEND WRPM KANSAS AUTO SUPPLY WRPM 1200 N 13th 6285 State 321 1500 334 0030 M h Sh p S F g dD r c P z WE HELP KEEP AMERICA MOVING WWQMFW W Sfwfmzf W9 S2 M' My 5155 ny DENTON at ROBERTS, REALTORS 299-1600 1225 N. 78th Street Kansas City, Kansas 66112 334 5333 W. r- N cz H: LU ogg 32 20 o Pm Q42 S QS C Q5-1 'T SEQ Z4 OW IN cu.: ON .g ,-fx N Z.: 2 mi U-I Nm D x-V7 C Q The EXCALI BU R Staff wishes to thank all of you for your cooperation The 1979-80 EXCALIBUR is already in the planning stages. I Plan to buy a yearbook next year! 4 46 Best Wishes Sumner Academy Larry D. Evans D.D.S. Oral Surgeon Sun Savings Building Dee 8 Nita's Collections 1300 North 78th Street 8226 Parallel Parkway Kansas City, Kansas K.C., Ks. 66109 334-5000 1-913-334-0088 CLOTHING WITH INDIVIDUAL STYLE Bill Pomerenke Realtor 6603 Parallel Parkway 299-6776 The time to buy a HOME is NOW! Tielbs 7Ioaisf 1018 No. 811-I 8'l'lll'l' KANSAS crrv. KANsAs cslol T--7' Index 'P- .gh C ' ' 354:-'if'.' if 3g7..C A 5' ', fi ,.1i3,!- xdm4' '5,x ?'g'g':fu'? 'i 53, 3 1 . '.- .1 ggvf. yv .' 'whiny 6' 0.1 ff.. ff' H 16 , 1:9-v 5 , wx I.-all 48 A Adams, Lillian 152 Advertisers 136-147 Akin, Millicent 130 Albertson, Janelle, 54,68,130 Albertson, Jason 87,124 Alcanter, Marshall 116 Alonzo, Yolanda Anderson, Dorice 63,124 Anderson, Trina 130 Armstrong, Paula 116 Arnold, Joyce 116 Arrington, Craig 86,96,124 Ashcraft, Rebecca 130 Austin, Karen 54,124 Avila, Albert 70,76,81,116 Ayers, Mrs. Winnie 45,101 B Bagsby, Jeffrey 124 Bailey, Gelaine 116 Bair, Christopher 68,116 Bakely, Lois 63,76,116 Baker, Melissa 124 Baker, Richard 43,152 Baptiste, Robin 57,92,116 Barnes, Karen 101,130 Barnes, Rhonda 111 Barnhill, Tony 130 Baskin, Eugenia 66,116 Beck, Mr, Jeffrey 48,49,61 Bedford, Melissa 130 Belcher, Heather 130 Bell, Delois 57,116 Bellus, Karen 70,92,116 Belz, Robert 116 Bennett, Bradley 86,124 Berry, Scott 130 Berve, John 116 Bettis, Helen 130 Betts, Carter 124 Beverly, Sherilyn 74,116 Bigham, Mrs. Harriet 46,66 Billups, Derek 99,130 Blankenship, Toni Blevins, Sheila 130 Blockman, Rex 22,109,152 Board of Education 28 Boddie, Sharon, 70,111,112 Bolar, Jacqueline 116 Bolton, Bobbi 130 Bond, Monica 70,111 Booker, Antonio 94,116 Bowen, Jennifer 111 Bowman, Gary 96 Bowman, John 124 Boyd, Melissa 116 Boyd, Toni 111 Bragdon, Keith 116 Bragdon, Kenneth 111 Brauer, Gay 56,130 Brewer, Leslie 54,68,130 Brockman, Cassandra 101,130 Brockman, Terry 116 Brooks, Marianne 66,152 Brown, David 130 Brown lll, Robert 130 Brown, Sandy 57,70,116 Brown, Mrs. Susan 37 Brown, Tony 124 Browne, Andrew 116 Brune, Melissa 70,76,92,116 Brunsky, William 130 Budesheim, Thomas 66,70 Bullock, Laura 116 Burgin, Rhonda 124 Burk, Merri 124 Burkett, Brenda 63,124 Burton, David 85,99,130 Butler, Samuel 130 C Cabe, Gwen 57,124 Cabe, Sherri 152 Cade, Christie 22,68,117 Cade, Sherrie 130 Cafeteria Staff 33 Cahill, Joseph 117 Cailteux, Cheryl 63,74,117 Cailteux, Michelle 63,111 Campbell, Rochelle 68,91,124 Campos, Ms. Ruth 37,70 Carmack, Jenny 130 Carnahan, Dennis 124 Caro, Beverly 152 Carr, Dana 124 Carr, Denise 124 Carr, Estellar 130 Carrera, Maria 130 Carter, Mr. Cecil 45,85,99 Carter, Gloria 101,124 Castor, Cecelia 68,124 Cecil, Roxanna 57,124 Chanay, Dennis 130 Channell, Mrs. Doris 34,74 Charles, Deidra 68,130 Charles, Kimberly 117 Chase, Paul 130 Cindric, Candy 130 Clark, Cassandra 57,130 Clark, Dana 117 Clark, Theresa 117 Clarke, Rebecca 117 Clemons, Chester 130 Clemons, Vicki 124 Coblentz, Mr. Charles 40,41,83 Coburn Ill, Foster 68,86,102,131 Coddington, Brenda 74,117 Cogswell, Joy 63,124 Coil, Ginger 131 Cole, Kimberly 152 Cole, Otha 86,96,124 Coleman, Cindy 124 Coleman, Donnedria 117 Collins, Rickey 86,96,124 Collins, Robert 131 Collins, Syglenda 131 Conklin, Carl 84,85,94,117 Conrad, Ms. Mary 32 Cook, Jay 70,117 Couch, Steven 117 Coulter, Cheryl 68,131 Coulter, Donald 94,96,124 Coulter, Karen 124 Cowans, Daniel 96,124 Cox, Marcia 57,74,118 Crawford, Mia 66,131 Crayton, Jeffrey 131 Cross, Jeffrey, 84,85,124 Custer, Carol 124 Custer, Lance 68,85,124 D Daniels, Mrs. Joan 37,62,68 Danley, John 107,108,152 Danley, Mark 70,111 Davis, Davis, Eric 81,82,94,118 Karen 57,70,74,118 Davis, Mr. Lowell 41,81,96 Davis, Lynette 118 Davis, Mocille 84,131 Davis, Reginald 81,82,94,118 Davis, Rickey 70,81,94,118 Davis, Steven 63,66,107,109,152 Davis, Terry 86,88,96,124 Dearth, Anthony Dearth, Debra 57,70,131 DeGrange, Mrs. Dorothy 31 Deines, Kelly 68,131 Denham, Mr. Felton 22 DeVille, Alicia 57,70,118 Devine, Jeffery 70,125 'DeWerff, Thomas 63,125 Diaz, Irene 21,22,118 Diaz, Mercedes 22,76,111,112,- 157 Dinham, Duane 85,94,118 Doolittle, Kevin 99,131 Downs, Joycelyn Drew, John 131 Duke, Kevin 125 Dumas, Donna 66,125 Dumas, Pamela 66,112 Duncan, James 125 Dunn, LaSandra 63,92,118 Duteau, Jeffrey 76,102,118 E Eberhart, Karl 125 Edwards, Danny 131 Elbl, Mr. Louis 43 Elifrits, Tracy 118 Elmore, Angela 68,131 Enloe, Sheryl 125 Evans, Timothy 85,99,131 Evanson, Shelly 118 F Fant, Mr. Alvin 30 Fantroy, Earline 68,132 Feindel, Roseanne 132 Ferguson, Wanda 74,118 Fick, Ms. Annette 48,49,72 Fields, Katherine 68,92,118 Fields, Traci 132 Fisher, Dondrea 54,70,125 Fletcher, Ruth 76,107,152 Forshey, Clarence 132 Fortune, Darryll 107,152 Foshee, Annette 57,63,125 Foshee, Ardelle Foster, Natasha 66,68,132 Foundopoulos, Mary 63,70 Foundopoulos, Maya 101,132 Fowler, LaGail 57,132 Franklin, Geri 70,118 Frazier, Andrea 91,101,132 French, Donald 118 Frye, Mrs. Eula 31 Fulton, Shelly 118 G Garvey, Michael 96,125 Garza, Armandina 70,91,101,1 Gates, Elizabeth 92,118 Gates, Peatrice 125 Gebaur, Ann 56,63,118,121 Genz, Mrs. Sandi 31 George, Brenda 57,112 Giebler, Martin 126,128 Gillis, Melodie 126,128 Gillum, Michael 132 Glass, Wanda 76,126,128 Goff, Gail 68 Gonzalez, Eric 18,74,115 Goodspeed, Robin 70,118 Gould, Mr. Alan 51,70 Graddy, Pamela 118 Grady, Iris 132 Grayson, Jacqueline 76,118 Green, Christine 91,126,128 Griggs, Laura 70,92,118 Griggs, Lisa 68 Grimes, Deborah 63 Grimes, Tammy 118 Gruendel, Linda 68,102,118 Guiheen, Patrick 132 Guiheen, Stacey 57,74,118,121 H Haenisch, Mrs. Kathy 31 Hahn, David 81,82,118 Hall, Jill 70,126,128,129 Hall, Mary 118 Halley, Robert 126,128 Hamilton, Jack 81,118 Hamilton, Rhonda 68,132 Hamilton, Mrs. Thelma 31 Hampton, Mr. Bob 39 Hams, Henry 66,118 Hanis, Steven 87,132 Hardy, Mrs. Karen Harris, Michelle Harris, Jackie 101,126,128 Harrison, Michelle 54,70,118,121 Harrison, Stefani 68,71,132 Hathaway, Mr. Arthur 41,66 Hayes, lral 87,96 Heavner, Rebecca 66,74,84,118 Heggie, Carl 70 Henderson, Danita 63,118 Henderson, Garren 126 Henderson, Mr. John 46,47 Higgins, Michael 22,63,66,68 Hinkle, Robert 99,132 Hinsley, Jerry 74,85,118 Hobbs, Ms. Judith 37,62,68 Hobbs, Ms. Marian 42,43 Hobson, Michael 22,63,111,115 Hodge, Ms. Debra 39 Hodge, Nancy 132 Hodge, Russell 61,74,107,152 Hoenscheidt, James 126 Holliday, Sandra 57,132 Hollis, Regina 126 Holly, Mark 132 Honaker, Amy 70,102,119 Hooks, Cedric 86,126 Horseman, Megan 132 Howard, Ms. Judy 38,39 Hoyler, Susan 74,92,119 Hubbard, Karen 132 Hunter, Lisa 66,126 Hutchingson, Michael 107,152 Hynes, Angela 132 l Ingram, Verna 126 lreton, Ms. Virginia 35,76,159 J Jackson, Cynthia 119 Jaksetic, Lawrence 132 James, Barbara 111 Janne, Mr. Keith 31 Jansen, Paula 68,132 Jarrett, Lori 54,63,74,119 Jasinskas, Mr. Stan 35 Jenkins, Stacie 119 Jenkins, Yuri 70,94,119 Jennings, Dixie 70,119 Johns, Zachary Johnson, Annette Johnson, Brian 68,126 Claudia 57,70,119 Johnson, Johnson, Cynthia Johnson, Eric 63 Johnson, Keith 126 Johnston, Eric 132 Jones, Gary 119 Jones, Marsha 70,126 Jones, Mikel 22,87,99,131,132 Jones, Monica 70,119 Jones, Sharon 123 Jones, Shelia 57,70 Jones, Shelly 57,70,74,119 Jones, Wanda Judie, Debra 91,132 K Kaiser, Shelley 119 Keele, Garry 86,132 Kelsey, Gregory 99,132 Kenski, Kimberly 119 Kent, Sandra 66,131,132 Kim, Alice 66,132 Kim, Andrew 81,83,119 King, Brett 85,119 Klee, Deborah 22,107,109,153 Klee, Denise 101,126 Klein, Dawn 126 Knaff, Brian 119 Knight, Kristi 132 Kovach, Adam 132 Krump, Holly 126 L Lackner, Donald 126 Lamphear, Jay 126 Lane, Christy 120 Larsen, Michelle 66,120 Larson, Joseph 133 Larson, Mrs. Wanda 31 LaVine, Marcelle 120 Lee, Teresa 133 Leet, Frank 68,133 Leighow, Denise 126 Lewetzow, Jacqueline 133 Lightfoot, Roberta 101,133 Lindsey, Joyce 120 Lindsey, Michelle 68,120 Liston, Richard 68,126 Logan, Barbara 120 Logan, Bethina 133 Logan, Rhonda 133 Lollis, Valerie 68,133 Long, Dale 126 Long, Gary 70,86,87,126 Lyons, Larita 120 M Maddox Donalisa 22,57,120 Maddox, Kimberley 107,153 Magana, Carl 126 Magana, Sara 68,133 Mahone lll, Asie 63,153 Mallon, Michaela 133 Manlove, Chevonne, 74,120 Mann, Sarah Mannasmith, Cathy 91,133 Manning, Sonja 70,74,76,120 Marietta, Ms. Tari 44 Marquez, Linda 92,120 Marquis, Mr. Dennis 42,43 Marsh, Mr. Kim 21,38,39 Martin, David 86,133 Mason, Jacquelyn 91,101,133 Mata, Robert 133 Mathews, Elaine 133 Mathia, Cheryl 120 Maupins, Gregory 94,120 Maupins, Juliet 57,126 Maxwell, Andre 99,133 May, Michael 63,112,115 McAllister, Pamela 22,131,133 McAllister, Paula 91,101,133 McAllister, Penny 131,133 McAtee, Pamela McCloud, Larry 63,126 McCluskey, Mary 153 McDaniel, Marshall 94,120 McDaniel, Stacey 126 McDonald, Warren 63,108,153 McDowell, Darlene 70,120 McGhee, Kimberly 68 McGinnis, Carrie 126 Mclntosh, Marc 126 McKee, Kara 120 McKenzie, Kipp 133 McKinney, Ray 87,99,133 McReynolds, Kevin 133 McWilliams, Grady 153 Mears, Stacy 126 Mears, Tracy 127 Mendez, Edwinna 54,68,76,120 Mercer, Jeffry 63,120 Michalski, Mary 120 Miller, Heidi 68,133 Miller, Jeri 92,120 Miller, Mark 68 Miller, Wendolyn 133 Milton, Mark 63,66 Minish, Melinda 133 Mitchell, Carol 91,127 Mitchem, Olevia 22,66,70,74,111 115 Mondaine, Dorothea 127 Montgomery, Angella 127 Moody, Karen 70,115 Moore, Ronald 84,85,96,127 Morris, Mr. Alan 38,39,91,92,94 Morrison, Latrise 133 Morrison, Lori 57,63,68,120 Mumford, Melissa 133 Murillo, Conception 133 Murray, Brenda Muse, Roberta 120 Myers, Brandi 133 N Neal, Angela 133 Neal, Carla 57,70,127 Neal, Linda 68,133 Neal, Micheal 120 Neill, Mr. H. D. 21,22,29 Nelson, Mary 68,84,102,127 Nelson, Patrick 86,127 New, Craig 120 Nicholas, Felicia 70,120 Nichols, Lenece 63 Norman, Lemuel 94,120 Norris, Debra 54,120 Northern, Nancy 134 Norwood, Antonio 86,127 O O'Brien, Barbara 134 O'Neal, Daniel 96,127 Orlowski, Jeffrey 127 Ottens, Cynthia 63,120 P Paige, Dana 101,127 Palcher, Beth 120 Paluka, Michael 66,134 Parker, Cynthia 54,134 Parker, Lisa 127 Parks, Mary 21,68,91,127 Parlor, James 134 Partridge, Reed 134 Patterson, Sandra 63,76,127 Patton, Joyce 134 Peacher, Jerry 127 Pearson, Saundra 57,120 Peden, Mark 134 Peet, Brenda 57,70,127 Peet, Tammy 134 Pennington, Wade 63,127 Phillips, Arlana 153 Phillips, Kathleen 63,120 Philpot, Tammie 127 Pittman, Keith 81,82,120 Pitts, Roger 127 Plucker, Dr. O. L. 28,29 Pluimer, Gregory 85 Plummer, Teri 54,70,74,120 Poke, Glenda 153 Porter, David 70,121 Porter, Dawn 54,134 Potter, Eldon 66,99,134 Prather, Vanessa 121 Proctor, Cheryl 63,153 Proctor, Penny 63,111 P. T. A. 22 R Reardon, Ann 91,101,134 Rechtien, Renee 127 Rechtien, Robert 21,99,134 Reicheneker, Derrick 68,70,121 Reliford, Brenda 66 Reynolds, Kristina 57,134 Rhodes, Robert 134 Rhone, Mrs. Marjorie 34 Rich, James 127 Rich, William 153 Richard, Deidra 57,134 Richardson, Gloria 127 Ricks, Alecia 134 Ridgnal, Wilbert 96,99,134 Ringstrom, Stephanie 63,127 Roark, Patrick 94,121 Roberson, Crystal 76,121 Roberson, Mark 127 Roberts, Billy 63,121 Roberts, Mr. Gerald 43,123 Roberts, Reid 121 Roberts, Ruth 134 Robertson, Marilee 127 Robinson, Karen 57,121 Robinson, Kevin 153 Robinson, Ronald 22,81,94 Rodina, Anthony 122 Rodriguez, Lisa 127 Rodriguez, Naomi 68,134 Rogers, Evelyn 91,127 Roush, Ms. Lyn 44,91,92,101 Russell, Johnathan 99,134 Russell, Mark 22,87,88,127 Russell, Roxanne 57,112 Russell, Stephanie 23,63,127 S Salerno, Michael 134 Sass, Phillip 127 Scales, Debra 122 Scarbrough, Mark 70,85,122 Schaefer, Judith 122 Scherzer, Cynthia 92,122 Schmidt, Julianna 57,63,74,122 Schmidt, Thomas 70,76,122 Schwerdtfeger, Tina 122 Scott, Damien 134 Scott, Valori 63,70,122 Sedorcek, Robert 63,74,85,94,122 Setzer, Jeffrey 68,80,81,122 Setzer, Kristy 54,134 Severance, Ms. Donna 37,62,63 Sharek, David 68,128 Sharpe, Caroline 43,57,153 Shaw, Scott 63,86,128 Shepherd, Mr. James 50,51 Shields, Sheldon 134 Shingleton, Julie 128 Shirley, Dorothy 128 Shoemaker, Donald 128 Shott, Diane 128 Simmons, Lenior 128 Sipple, Keith 128 Skau, Dawn 22,66,91,128,129 Skrljac, Tomislav 128 Smart, Roy 134 Smith, Brian 102,134 Smith. Colleen 70,122 Smith, Frederick 99,134 Smith, Gina 134 Smith, Susan 63,122 Smith, Vincent 86,128 Smith, Wesley 85,128 Snook, Georgia 57,134 Snyder, Laura 128 Solomon, Gregory Spangler, Mrs. Nancy 31 Spotswood, Jennifer 135 Stanley, Angelia 135 Starliper, Pamela 135 Starr, Phillip 99,135 Starr, Wanda 57,68,128 Stevenson, Melinda 54,63,74,122 Stewart, Twila 153 Stoker, Beth 135 Stone, Diane 57,128 Stubblefield, Stephen Sutton, Crystal 63,76,122 Sutton, Monica 21,128,129 Sweeney, Sandra 135 Syers, Laura 63,122 Sympson, Melinda 128 Sympson, Melissa 128 Szczygiel, Mr. 81 T Taliaferro, Sherri 57,68,129 Taliaferro, Veda 57,70,122 Tate, Robert 128 Teague, Monica 70,122 Thieman, Rebecca 135 Thomas, Christopher 135 Thomas, Dave 94,122 Thomas, David 135 Thomas, Jerald 99,135 Thomas, Michael 135 Thomas, Phillip 128,129 Thomas, William 85,135 Thompson, Rudolph 87,96,128, 129 Tinch, Lisa 70,115 Tolly, Mark 66,68,70,122 Tolly, Michael 68,76 Torneden, Julie 128 Townsend, Jill 57,128 Trent, Michael 135 Truman, Katherine 63,91,101,128 Truman, Leslie 91,101,135 Tucker, William Tuley, Kristi 122 Tyrer, Linda 128 Tyrer, Randall 122 U Uland, Mark 128 Updike, Shawn 135 Upton, Barbara 66,128 V Vandorn, Kimberly 122 Vandruff, Leonard 135 Vervaecke, Robert 122 Victor, Vicki 102,135 . Vincent, Mrs. Rosemary 40,41 W Walker, Brian 96,128 Walker, David 86,96,128 Wallace, Dwayne 81,94,122 Walsh, Elizabeth 57,135 Walters, Cynthia 54,135 Washington, Angela 66,74 Watson, Bryan 128 Watson, Janet 128 Webb, Carrie 66,91,101,135 Weems, Karla 128 Weems, Kristin 128 Welton, Delinda 129 Wetschensky, Scott 129 White, William 4115 70,111 White, William 493 129 Whiteside, Carla 135 Wickliffe Ill, Lewis 86,96,129 Willett, Heidi 91,101,135 Williams, Carla 115 Williams, Gina Williams, Hiram 122 Williams, Mrs. Susan 37,57,70 Williams, Tenita 66,135 Williams, Thomas 135 Williams, Timothy 99,135 Wilson, Nancy 66,135 Winn, Kevin 135 Winter, John 135 Winzer, Ken 135 Wirth, Anne 66,102,122 Wolcheski, William 76,129 Wooten, Damon 129 Worthington, Nancy 57,122 Wright, Montagga 70,81,94,121 Wright, Stephanie 135 Y Yates, Nathan 63,129 Yeo, Chris 129 York, Willie 96,129 Lillian J. Adams - Pep Club 1-45 Art Club 45 Newspaper Staff 15 National Honor Society 1-3, Historian 15 Math Club 2, Presi- dent 3 Richard L. Baker ll Rex Blockman - Cross-Country 1,2 Co-captain 15 Track 2,35 Pep Club 3 Marianne Brooks - Student Government 45 Pep Club 2,45 Newspaper Staff 15 National Honor Society 1-35 Math Club 2,35 Swimming 2,35 Literary Explorers 3 Sherri Lynne Cabe - Class Presi- it Qu A Senior Records dent 2-45 Volleyball 2-45 Basket- ball 2-45 Student Congress 45 National Honor Society 1-35 Track 1-35 Health Careers Club 1,2, President 15 Spanish Club 15 Pep Club 15 Drill Team 15 Chorus 15 Student Council, Secretary 2, Treasurer 35 Math Club 2 Beverly Kai Caro - Class Secretary 45 National Honor Society 2,35 Marching Band 1,25 Health Careers Club 1-35 Pep Band 1-35 Concert Band 1-35 Ma- jorettes 2,35 Student Council 2,35 Office Aide 3 Kimberly Sue Cole - Spirit Squad 45 Cheerleader 1-35 Drama Club 1,25 Class Treasurer 3 John Robert Danley, Jr. - Class Treasurer 45 German Club 2-45 Drama 2-45 Cross Country 1,25 Newspaper 15 Chorus 15 Student Council 15 Sophomore Madrigals 25 Basketball Manager 25 Pep Club 35 Chamber Singers 3 Steven Jay Davis - Cross Coun- try 15 Chess Club 1, President 45 National Honor Society 1,35 Ger- man Club 25 Water Polo 25 Spanish Club 35 Pep Club 3, Yell Leader 35 Student Congress, President4 Ruth Ann Fletcher - Yearbook 3, Editor 45 Senior Mixed Chorus 45 National Honor Society 1-35 Spanish Club 15 Mixed Chorus 15 Health Careers Club 15 Math Club 2,3 Darryll Lloyd Fortune - Drama Club 1-45 Band 15 Pep Club 2,3 Russell Even Hodge - Newspaper Staff 1-4, ACADEMICIAN Editor 45 Band 1- 45 Orchestra 1-45 Chess Club 15 School Sports Correspondent 2,35 Avila Citizenship Form 35 National Honor Society Michael W. Hutchingson - Parliamentarian 45 Basketball 2,35 Football 35 Health Careers Club 35 Student Council Vice-President 1 Zig, .. .,, 'af ' 7 .1 gf' 4 IS , i ffl Deborah L. Klee - Volleyball 43 Basketball 43 Track 2,43 Powder- Puff Football 2-4, Student Council 2,3, Secretary 13 Drama Club 13 Health Club 13 Pep Club 2,33 National Honor Society 3 Kimberly Dawn Maddox - Drill Team 1-33 Pep Club 1-3 Asie Mahone lll - National Honor Society 1-33 Cross-Country 1,23 Student Council 13 Pep Band 1 Mary Christine McCluskey - Class Vice-President 43 Swim- ming 43 Powder-Puff Football 2-43 Cheerleading 1-33 Class President 23 Student Council 2,31 Pep Club 2,31 French Club Vice-President 2,33 Class Council 33 National Honor Society 3 Warren McDonald - Student Council President 1 Qltllw Grady A. McWilliams - Band 1-43 Orchestra 13 Cross-Country 13 Student Council Reporter 33 Pep Club 33 Yell Leader 3 Ariana Rose Phillips - Pep Club 1,2,43 German Club 43 Drama Club 43 Orchestra 13 Student Council 13 Newspaper Staff 13 Health Careers Club 1-31 Student Government 2,33 Humanities Club 3 Glenda Y. Poke - Drama Club 43 French Club 43 National Honor Society 13 Health Careers Club Treasurer 13 Pep Club 1-33 Stu- dent Council 1-33 Spanish Club 13 Drill Team 13 Science Club 33 Future Business Leaders of America 33 Junior Class Council 3 Cheryl Denise Procter - Pep Club 43 Art Club 1-43 Drill Team 43 Senior Class Delegate 43 French Club 3 William J. Rich - French Club 43 Health Careers Club 1,22 Spanish Club 2,3, Vice-President 13 Stu- dent Congress 13 Yell Leader 13 Commercial Club 1,23 Art Club 2,33 Boys' Glee Club 33 Mixed Chorus 33 Yearbook Staff 1 Kevin Harold Robinson - Band 1- 43 National Honor Society 1 Caroline Faye Sharpe - Pep Club 1-43 Drill Team 43 Basketball 13 Mixed Chorus ly French Club 2,3 Twila June Stewart- Pep Club 1- 43 Pep Band 1-43 Choir 43 Literary Explorers Club 1,33 Health Careers 1-33 Sewing 2 Q lftouol l ww mcbibl mam wi Remember? Wasn't It Fun? X fi YJ' KL L Hx , X X , I-'g Q-Z 5 ,Q 'fe 1' 137' 'i Q Q. , ,,,Y Yi . MA: H-W' s 5' Vg W ..f,, '11 Q. wr fi 4 15' l i' +- 1 . ' , The Beginning of the End of a New Day We came in as mere children but we leave a little more refined and educated. We played hard and we worked even harder. Yes, high school days must surely be the days that are never forgotten. The graduating class of '79 with 26 pupils will never be forgotten. The day Diana Diaz was crowned queen of the Fall Dance, the first play production of Sumner Academy, and many other ex- citing adventures that occurred in our high school years will never be forgotten. For all of us, those high school years will some day end, and many students will leave knowing much more than they knew when they entered the doors of Sumner Academy. Even though we leave this great school, the sun will shine its brightest rays upon our Sumner Academy. as u ,t, , Mgr' 1-4. Av :A 2, . J ' , Q ..:.. --is ,,., . ,.. . '. , V' ut . X Q -ai ai I ' L W M m.q,,,s.' X 5- , K ,, V . w My uf ' k H ' 3 . ' . 'K ' ' ' ', ' 'T' W , i ,' -'H ' 'C TV, ' 6: f wp: 'iw' ' W at gil- -fl, X' f-if 4 'I , A cl .1 - ' The beginning was a different sort of year with much to get acquainted with - classes, teachers, fellow students, a studious at- mosphere, a relaxed environment. It was a year of challenges also, there was much to be done - a school logo, school colors, uniforms, robes, names for the newspaper and yearbook, creating new clubs. There were exasperating moments: lunch the first day, the nights before Humanities exams, lockers that refused to open, buses that were either too early or too late, the approach of every nine week grading period, the first time to debate, the Royals not making the World Series for the third time, the loss of prominent people like Bruce Rice, Norman Rockwell, and Edgar Bergen. And then there were the good times: the closeness of the senior class, the visit by Senator Nancy Landon Kassebaum, the sock hops after school, the first official school dance, The Beginning, a winning ninth grade football team and girls' volleyball team, a sense of ac- complishment. We were proud, but we had a right to be. Pull- ing together, we had many things to be proud of. We had met the challenges . . . and our horizons are much broader because of it. Yearbook Staff Sighs Rellef At the beginning of the year the yearbook staff asked the student body to help pick the name of the yearbook. The student body responded very well and Ex- calibur was the name chosen for the yearbook. During the course of the year the yearbook staff has worked very hard getting advertisements and meeting deadlines. Each person in each section did his share of the work to complete this year- book. We, the editors, would like to thank Mrs. Virginia lreton for the many hours she spent working on the yearbook. We would also like to thank the photographers for their long hours of hard work. 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