Tecumseh High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Tecumseh, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1980 volume:

Tecumseh Public School Tecumseh, Nebr. hey hey ncy hey 1979-1980 School Year Instant Replay � One of film's most fascinating phenomena is the instant replay: the )ility to recapture a moment and freeze it in time by causing any given ent to reoccur in picture form. By observing and studying instant replays e can learn more about ourselves and our actions. We have a permanent id accurate record of our past. In this book we have compiled a series of instant replays of the 1979-80 Htschool year at Tecumseh High School. In their present form the pictures; .consist of frozen smiles and 'ice glazed' conversations. It is up to you to Bdcfrost them! If you try hard enough, you can see yourself dashing down the football field or even racing to a class before the tardy bell rings. ■ Concentrate, and you are bound to feel yourself sweating like you did during that Biology test. Or if you listen intensely enough, you are apt to j pick out your own personal laugh while watching one of the many school plays. Focus the camera in your mind on the world outside the school room doors. Flashbacks quickly bring world concerns to mind. The threat of the draft and war, the Iran Crisis, and the gas shortage all played important roles C. In shaping our thoughts as the film of time rolled on during the year. With your camera take an aerial shot of your school. Now zoom in for £ a close-up. Concentrate on the image of you. Only in retrospect are you f able to see how you have grown through your experiences at Tecumseh H§§f , High School. )ohn 'Bjorn' Baum?? Comfortable, Joy?? Is that paper interesting? Sleep-walking, Mike? The senior girls show their Homecoming spirit. Such talent, J.D.! Quit trying to hide, Randy! , j v • • %v « Jlrrux v . % Qm 't, 'r rff 0 $ T + A - tv .L r w 0 Let's hear it for the Seniors!!! Do You Remember . . . THS's own rock band?? 2-A Study Halls?? Locker Checks?? Patiently waiting in lunch line?? Friends?? Fun?? . . . High School?? Forty-Seven Seniors Graduate into A New Decade When the Seniors look back on their high school days, they think of many positive and negative things. Fellow classmates and friends, a few of which remained with them only a short time, molded and shaped their environment. The teachers, which at the time seemed so inhuman, now reflect knowledge and wisdom. The years which were projected to last a long time, quickly swept past the students. But they will always have their own personal memories to look back on. Four years ago, fifty-two freshmen entered their first high school year with apprehension. Later, enthusiasm blossomed with their winning of first place in the Homecoming skit contest. The class then realized that they worked well together. Getting ready to jam. lane Baird Steve Bartels Kathy Bohling Paula Brinkman 6 Lyneue Buethe Jon Campbell Christie Carson Sheri Davis Mike Davison Pat, sleeping again! Class officers: Paula Brinkman, Sec.; Jeanette Schmid, Pres.; Barb Ullman, Treas.; J. D. Fink, Vice Pres. Pat Davison Mary Evans Ted Evans J. D. Fink Mr. Weiss' cooking class?? Theron Guenther Diane Horstman Marty Jacobsen Greg Kerner Dave Kettelhake 7 Rodney Koehler Dennis Krontz Deb Terri: Our future secretaries?? Putt puts it together. Class of '80 Shirley Laug Mike Lempke Beverly Mason Randy Mason Mark McDonald Kevin Miesbach In 1978, this same class took the responsibility of producing the Homecoming. Good Vibrations were shared with the entire student body. Class rings which were ordered would serve as a memorial token in future years. Traditionally, the Juniors participated in County Government Day. The campaign work done in American History classes paid-off. Also as Juniors, the class began planning the Junior-Senior prom at the beginning of the year. With all the members participating, they pulled together and worked in concession stands, and sold a record amount of magazines. Prom '79 was a huge success thanks to the many hours of hard work by the classmates and sponsors. leanelte? Cheating? 8 Terri Mitchell Mark Oestmann P3d k; z xC20v)yUb$4 oops!! The 1980 Senior class worked hard to get things that previous classes were denied. Open campus noon hours, work permits, and a sneak day were added privileges to this year's graduating class. Senior keys were ordered and worn; memory books were passed around and signed; and Senior pictures were written on and distributed. Graduation, which at the beginning of the year seemed so far away, caught up with each member of the class. The dreams of wearing graduation caps and gowns became a reality on May 18, 1980. Goals the classmates had set had been accomplished. What lies ahead? Now as T.H.S. alumnus, this question must be answered by each and every member. Angie Ossian Rick Ossian Jane's finer talent Barbie on her coffee break Lori Packett Joy Parrish Seniors? Actually studying? 9 Randy's Pride and Joy! Tim Putman Mike Rauner Susanne Scott Darwin Seeba CLASS COLORS Champagne and Turquoise CLASS FLOWER Yellow Rose CLASS MOTTO The time and space we use today will be forever useful tomorrow. What a pose!!! Casey Tagart Pam Thompson Barb Ullman Rick Watteyne Annette Wilhelm Juniors Takin' It Easy The thought of just one more year led the juniors through another year here at THS. The juniors have been fairly active throughout this year. Some of the students who were not involved in sports, aided in the support of the teams participating. The juniors sold magazines close to the 500 mark. They didn't do as well as they wanted to, but they were fairly pleased. Curt Bartels was top seller, selling 57 magazines. He was also the top prize winner. The prizes ranged from stuffed animals to calculators. There were fourteen juniors who participated in County Government Day. After primaries were held among the class, the entire student body voted on the officers. The elected individuals spent the day at the courthouse learning about the offices they were elected to. The juniors are well represented in the different clubs and organizations such as. National Honor Society, FBLA, FHA, Letterclubs, Speech Drama, Ecology Club, Y-Teens, Art Clubs, and on the School Annual Staff. The class officers are. Pres.-Danny Mattheis, V. Pres.-Kelly Carter, Sec.-Kathy Kroll,and Tres.-Janet Phillips. Continued on page 14. Class Officers: Pres.-Danny, V. Pres.-Kelly, Sec.-Kathy, Treas.-Janet Scott Badertscher Curt Bartels Scott Bartels Sharon Bartholomew Kelly Carter Tammy Davison lean Weakland Scott Badertscher, Homecoming )r. Class Attendants. 12 Mike Fox Ronald Fritsch Doug Coracke Mike Grof David johnson John Kavanaugh Lois Kettelhake Kathy Kroll Bruce Lade Lloyd Laue Alan Lempka Lisa Masur Tim Mason Dan Mattheis Cheryl Meister 13 )anet Phillips Lonnie Pooch Jackie Neeman, Ace Mechanic1 Now get it right guys. Sue Ramsey Chuck Robertson Patricia Robinson Lisa Rowe Deb Schmidt George Schmidt Denise Schultz Danelle Smithers Many of the class members excelled in various areas. Dan Mattheis received second place in the state Wrestling tourney, and Doug Goracke was chosen to the First Team All-Conference Basketball team. Next year, the Juniors of 1980 will be given the title Seniors , along with earning a High School Diploma. In one year's time, they will be able to call themselves graduates of Tecumseh High School. 14 But Still Makin' It Do you ever pose? Come on John, it's not that bad. Dig in Bruce, there's got to be something in there. John Steinauer Roberta Stephens David Thompson Kent Volkmer Diane Watteyne Jean Weakland Allen Wenzl Randy Wenzl Sophomores Forge Ahead The sophomore class of 1979-80 started the year with anticipation and enthusiasm. Under the leadership of President Scott Davis, they forged ahead and took on the challenge of Homecoming. The class elected Bob Stitt and Beth Davison as sophomore class attendants. Rock and Roll Fantasy was chosen as the theme for the Homecoming dance. Under this theme, the sophomores decorated the elementary gym with silver, light blue, and midnight blue. The THS students and alumni danced to the music of the rock band. Escape. Class rings were the next item on the class agenda. The sophomore class carried on this traditional event. Inflation made the choice more difficult along with what stone, what cut, and many other details. The class waited anxiously for their rings to arrive. When the rings finally arrived, the students immensely enjoyed showing their prize possessions to family, friends, and classmates. One question had been on the minds of the sophomores all year. Who would be chosen waiters and waitresses for prom? The answer finally came. The waiters included: Todd Evans, Ron Hackbart, Tim Horn, Bob Stitt, and Phil Ullman. The waitresses were: Beth Davison, Christy Laue, Brenda Miesbach, Josie Pella, and Judy Unroe. Many members of the sophomore class received honors both in athletics and academic subjects. At the end of this year, the student had finished half of their high school years. They look forward to their junior and senior years at Tecumseh High School. Class officers: Ron Hackbart, treas; John Baum, vice-pres; Brenda Miesbach, sec.; Scott Davis, pres. John Baum Dennis Britt Scott Davis Beth Davison Jaime DeVorss Cris Durman Todd Evans Mark Fricke Julie Cottula Ron Hackbart Jennifer Hahn Liz Hansel Kelly Hesman Tim Horn Brenda Johnson 16 What a guilty look! Kenny Johnson Susan Klein Mike Krause Christy Laue Sue Lynn Laue Kenny Lueders Allen McClintock Brenda Miesbach Tammy Parrish 17 Todd Parrish Josie Pella Chris Pope Don Puchalla Nat Ramsey Tweedle-dee Tweedle-dum Christy shows her Typing II and Talking II Shari Raney Jon Rauner Joyce Staley Bob Stitt Jamie Thompson This is what sewing does to some people! Cinny practices her charm on Greg. Did you get caught skipping class, Nat??? Tim Thompson Phil Ullman Judy Unroe Rich attacks his opponent for another win. 19 Freshmen: The Beginning The Freshmen of 1980 began their High School during the 1979-80 school year. They joined many high school clubs and some entered athletics. They showed their spirit by participating in the activities of spirit week and by winning the floor decoration contest. As tradition has it, the Freshmen did their annual chore of cleaning the gym where the homecoming dance was held. In addition to the Freshmen, there were 7 that came from the Parochial School, 3 from the country school, and 1 that moved to T-Town. The Freshmen decided not to spend their class dues as they wanted to save the money for the next year's homecoming. For many, being a Freshman was not ail glory. When it came around to football initiation the 'frosh' boys tried to turn their minds to how it would be when they were seniors. Having their face smashed in the mud was not fun for the freshmen, but for the rest of the team it was a blast! As Freshmen, they are looking forward to becoming seniors. The Freshmen had a very exciting first year of high school and are looking forward to many more. Top—Bob, Sergeant of Arms; second row—Kate, Pres.; Laurie, Vice-pres; first row—Sheri, sec.; Susie, treas. Rodney Badertscher Jana Bailey Bill Baird Debbie Bicknell Teresa Bohling Jim Brinkman Steve Carpenter Angie Carson Susie Davis Lora Evans Barb Cobber Larry Coracke Jim Grof Bill Hansel Jim Hazen 20 t.’I What a bunch of bums! Look at that spring ! Striving for success! Chris Mason Janet Mason Darren Mattheis David Miesbach Kelly Mitchel Kate Morrissey DeAnn Mueller Gerry Neeman Lori Nickell Joe Ossian , Sheri Packwood Jerome Pella Ann Puchalla Laurie Ramsey Mary Schmidt Julie Sherman Shirley Smith Dan Smithers Kipp Spier David Troeger Brian Volkmer Hurry or you will be late! Bob Watteyne Don Wolken David Wright Laurie and Bill, Freshmen Attendants. Hold that mat down! Don't fall kids! 23 Fads and Fashions Fads and Fashions influenced our life styles at THS. The everyday apparel was blue jeans. T-shirts remained popular with the guys, while the girls wore sweaters and tops. Hiking boots, clogs, slides, Nikes , and Adidas were among fashions for the feet. The 1979-1980 school year was a time for many new movies to be released. Some of the favorites were: Kramer vs. Kramer , The Rose , and The Electric Horseman . Television shows such as Saturday Night Live , M A S H , and The White Shadow were very popular among the students. Most of the radios and stereos were playing music by Boston , Foreigner , and Kansas . Many people around the United States were wearing yellow ribbons. This served as a constant reminder of the hostages in Iran. A typical scene in the hall. THS Students donated blood at the Bloodmobile on March 12. 24 Organizations nineteen eig hty nineteen-eig hty nineteen eig hty nmeteeneig hty nineteen eig hty nineteen eig hty nineteen eig hty nineteen eig hty Front Row: T. Kremke, J. Bailey, P. Thompson, S. Scott, K. Bohling, sponsor, |. Richert. 2nd Row: J. Mason, A. Carson, S. Davis, P. Brinkman, B. Mason, L. Buethe, S. Packwood, B. Cobber. 3rd row: A. Puchalla, J. Little, D. Bicknell, S. Smith, S. Lempka, K. La France, B. Ullman, B. Davison. 4th Row: T. Parrish, L. Kettelhake, S. Davis, T. Bohling. Pep Club Stays At Home and Cheers Pep Club this year was organized only to be a home club. It was required that the members attend the home boys basketball and football games. Homecoming was the highlight of the football season. The activities were planned by the senior girls and the cheerleaders. Such fun days throughout the week were: Security Day, Scare Away Pawnee City, Don't Clown Around With Us Day, Toga Day, and the traditional Gold Black on Friday. Basketball rolled around and the club was doing well. Since they saved their money from last year the organization didn't need to do any fund raising activities. No unfortunate incidents occurred, but spirit lagged. The cheerleaders got not only members but the fans fired up. They used simple chants like, Go Big T , and Defense to give the fans a chance to get involved. Indeed the fans did get involved. If they felt the cheerleaders weren't doing a sufficient job, they began their own cheers. In the spring when the team cheering has dwindled out the club began other activities. They helped with the Elementary Track Field Day, as well as purchasing the ribbons for each event. The club plans to add some paintings to the gym as well as other permanent decorations. Mrs. Richert felt the year was successful and looks forward to '80-81. 26 HOME CONE ING Bcv and Barb Clowning Around.1 The cheerleaders started off looking forward with anticipation to the year of cheering ahead, but they soon learned cheerleading wasn't as easy as it looked. There were only two veteran cheerleaders, and they bore the burden of teaching virtually rookies, the art of cheerleading. The first big step the cheerleaders took was attending a cheerleading camp in Grand Island. It was a long day for the girls and they were ready for the trip home. Then came the hours upon hours of practices, usually after many of the cheerleaders had just finished athletic practices and would rather have gone home. Practices were long and patiences short, but through the leadership of head cheerleader, Jane Baird, they made it. There were conflicts between the leaders, their sponsors, faculty, and the student body for a while, but they learned to overcome and put forth their best effort. That is how they brought this year of cheerleading to an end; full of spirit and pep; cheering the athletes on as best they could. Wait a minute Chris!! Something's not right! t fB;.| V 1 l iNoitar Cheerleaders Gain Experience The Varsity squad included Nat Ramsey, Christy Laue, Jackie Schultz, Diane Sapp, Jennifer Hahn, and Jane Baird (head cheerleader) The Reserve squad consisted of Renae Koehler, Laurie Ramsey, and Kate Morrissey (head). Almost Morrissey!! J What a bunch of hams!! Annual Staff 1980: Capturing Memories The 1980 Annual Staff worked diligently to complete their pages as deadline after deadline for yet another Tomahawk seemed to close in around them. The 25 member staff headed by editor Paula Brinkman put in many long hours in order to finish their assignments. In past years two people were assigned several pages to complete, but with the large staff it was decided that each person would be assigned pages to work individually thus cutting down everyone's work load and making it easier to meet the deadlines. Even under these conditions some of the staffers still found it hard to get their pages in on time. These were the fortunate people who were frequently visited by Mr. Loew, now in his second year as sponsor under the Walsworth company. With his persistant prodding and the generous help of many an innocent by-stander, the 1980 Tomahawk was turned out in 'near-record' time and accurately captured the memories of the '79-'80 school year. Annual Staff 1980 included: Row 1-Jennifer Hahn, Angie Ossian, Mary Schmidt, Janet Phillips, Susan Klein, Debbie Schmidt, Sandy Parrish, Teresa Bohling. Row 2-Sharon Bartholomew, Tim Horn, Ron Hackbart, Jim Brinkman, Don Puchalla, Jamie Thompson, Dar Who's mug shot is on the 'Ten Most Wanted' list this week? Seeba, Paula Brinkman. Row 3-Lynette Buethe, Susanne Scott, Kathy Bohling, Pam Thompson, Diane Sapp, Kate Morrissey, Julie Morrissey, Kelly Carter. Not pictured - joy Parrish. Everyone works hard when B.J. visits. Typical work-night? No wonder you don't get anything done. I'm sorry Lynette but I still think it was a dumb idea. 'Don't worry Diane, it's only copy.' How dumb are you Kate? You use the picture not the negative. Y-teens Hang In There Y-teens started off their busy year by helping with the homecoming coronation. They didn't take very long to plan a fun project. They chose to go to Omaha where they toured Meyers Childrens Rehabilitation Institute, J.P. Lord School and the joslyn Art Museum. They topped off the day by eating at Spaghetti Works in the Old Market. The Y-teens also had many banquets including the World Fellowship Banquet, this is a banquet where every girl brought two dishes from a country they have chosen. This year, as in past years, the Y-teens had a Christmas party where each member brought a preschooler and a gift to be given to the child by Santa Claus. Next came Heart Sister week, during the week each leaves gag gifts in her locker, then at the end of the week a nice gift is given to your heart sister. The Y-teens also sacked and hid candy for the Easter Egg Hunt. On the day of the hunt they watched the children and helped those who couldn't find any candy. They usually end the year with a party, this year it was with a pizza party. All in all the Y-teens have had a pretty fun year, and we are looking forward to another fulfilling year. Joy why do you look so guilty? What are you looking at? Mrs. Richert working hard. Front Row: C. Meister, K. Carter (Vice-Pres.), R. Koehler, T. Bohling, J. Little, T. Parrish, J. Richert (sponsor). Back Row: P. Brinkman (pres.), J. Parrish (treas.), P. Thompson, S. Bartholomew, S. Klein. Not pictured J. Phillips (Sec.) 30 Industrial Arts In Action The Tecumseh Industrial Arts Club in it's second year, has put in a little different format. The year started well with a car wash which was a success. Along with the Future Homemakers of America. They joined together and went Christmas caroling and also the production of a puppet show for the elementary. Coon hunting was probably the best event for many of the members. Most were already experienced hunters, so everyone had a good time. The annual open house was a great success. Mr. Falgion and members of the club felt that the entire year was a great success. Can I use your glasses Kent? First row: ). Kavanaugh, D. Seeba, J. Campbell, K. Volkmer, Sponsor; Adrian Falgion. Second row: L. Laue, S. Badertscher, M. Lempke, R. Fritsch, A. Lempka. Back row: I. Wenzel, T. Mason, D. Goracke. Think they will notice? 31 (I. to R.) 3rd row Mrs. Parrish - sponsor, D. Smithers, S. Laug, T. Mitchel, ). Parrish, D. Schmidt, D. Horstman, T. Davison, C. Pfister, Mrs. McDowell - sponsor, 2nd row S. Parrish ). Pella, K. Kroll,). Weakland, C. Meister, S. Laue, 1st row M. Lempke, D. Puchalla, I. Pooch! R. Fritsch, S. Bartels, J. Kavanaugh. L. Packet Sec,). Weakland Pres., K. Kroll V. Pres., T. Mitchel Treas. Intelligentzia Is Only A Book Away Intelligencia is only a book away? Confused? Read a book, broaden your horizons, and you won't be. The Media Club members increased their intelligencia in many ways this year. The most popular was a computer which the library received on loan from the Educational Service Unit in Auburn. With it, the students learned to do many different games which focused on improving hand and eye coordination and increased the learning power of the mind. Students were allowed to operate the computer which made the Media Center a popular place during lunch and after school. Two of the male students involved in Media Club chose to leave their handy work in the library by building extra shelves for the many new books. State library convention was also a big activity for many of the members, who not only participated in the convention but also held offices. Unloading at state convention T.H.S. students eager to start activities. 32 T-Club Makes A Sale Every year students in the Tecumseh High School participate in sports so they can earn their letter. When they achieve theirs, then they are part of the T Club. This year the Club voted for Casey Tagart as President, Dennis Krontz, Vice President; Danny Mattheis, Secretary; and John Kavan-augh, treasurer. Roger Hill was the boys' T Club Sponsor. The Club put on the first annual garage sale with each member bringing odds ends for the sale. There were 23 members in the Club who participated in the activities during the year. With everyone's help and cooperation, the year was filled with variety and excitment. Caught In The Act! First Row: L. to R. B. Watteyne, R. Wenzl, D. Mattheis D. Puchalla, B. Stitt, T. Horn, R. Hackbart. Row 2: ). Kavanaugh, M. Lempke, Jon Campbell, P. Ullman, D. Mattheis, B. Lade, C. Bartels, C. Tagart. Top R: D. Coracke, A. Wenzl, D. Kettlehake, R. Mason. S. Badertscher, J. D. Fink, D. Krontz, P. Davison, Sponsor — Roger Hill. Finding The Bargain. The 1979-80 Girls' T-Club members were; (back row) Lynette Buethe, Sheri Davis, Pam Thompson, Angie Ossian, Paula Brinkman, Terri Mitchel, Jackie Schultz, (front row) Tammy Parrish, Nat Ramsey, Brenda Miesbach, Sue Ramsey, Chris Laue, Susanne Scott, Janet Phillips, Beth Davison. Not pictured, sponsor Teresa Gibreal. Girls' T-Club Has Slow Year With the busy schedules that the T-Club members had, it was almost impossible for the organization to get much accomplished. There were fifteen very busy girls participating in T-Club this year. As traditional, the girls organized a Parent's Night for the Tri-County Volleyball game. They purchased corsages for the player's mothers. Refreshments were served after the games. The T-Club also sponsored cake raffles. These cakes were sold at various Volleyball games throughout the season. A Jump-a-thon for Heart was also held with the assistance of sponsor Teresa Gibreal and some of the members of T-Club. The officers were: Sheri Davis, pres.; Susanne Scott, V-pres.; Jackie Schultz, sec.; Angie Ossian, treas. INDIANS 35 The THS Student Council started a new year with a new sponsor. Mr. Richard Hildreth, THS's guidance counselor, took on the job of sponsoring the group. The council began by electing the new officers. The council proceeded onward with high hopes and good intentions. But unfortuantely, these good intentions were never to be, for it would seem that this year's Student Council would be plagued by lack of money, time, and support. But despite these adversities, the THS Student Council successfully sponsored a school dance featuring the Unicorn Band. The council was helped in their endeavor by the Future Homemakers of America. The council showed their concern for the student body and faculty by handing out report cards and furnishing the teachers and parents with doughnuts for the Parent-Teacher Conference. The Student Council also aided the mothers of the students by providing free babysitting during the conferences. But all in all, the Student Council did a good job of listening to the pleas and complaints of the student body of THS during the 1979-1980 year. —IjUttM Mint Council Spends Money! Front Row: Sponsor, Richard Hildreth; Secretary, Phil Reinhardt; President, Susanne Scott; Vice-President, Danny Mattheis; Treasurer, Sheri Davis. Second Row: Susie Davis, Kate Morrissey, Jeanette Schmid, Scott Davis. Third Row: Tim Horn, Curt Bartels, Jamie Thompson, Alan Lempka, Sandi Parrish. 'Effy' watches the action. Unicorn gets ready to jive. 36 FBLA Spends A Year At The Top First Row L. to R. Susie Davis; Scott Davis: Second row Susan Klein; Tammy Davison; Kelly Carter, Historian; Jackie Schultz, President; Jane Baird, Parliamentarian; Sheri Davis, Vice-President; Christy Laue; Tammy Parrish; Paula Brinkman, News Reporter; Sandi Parrish: Third row Diane Sapp; Carla Pfister; Laurie Ramsey; Angie Ossian, Secretary; Ted Harshbarger, Sponsor; Joy Parrish, Treasurer; Julie Morrissey; Jenn Hahn; Jamie Thompson: Fourth row Teresa Bohling; Lois Kettlehake; Kathy Bohling; Don Puchalla; Curt Bartels; Kate Morrissey; Danny Mattheis. Election of officers, setting goals, football volleyball concession stands, sending officers to York for workshop, raffles for big prizes and cakes, pizza parties, State Leadership Conference, National Secretaries Day, FBLA FHA awards banquet — These are a few of the activities that the 32 members of the Tecumseh chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America participated in during the 1979-80 school year. At the first meeting, which was held in September, the following officers were elected: Jackie Schultz, President; Sheri Davis, Vice President; Angie Ossian, Secretary; Joy Parrish, Treasurer; Paula Brinkman, News Reporter; Kelly Carter, Historian; and Jane Baird, Parliamentarian. One of the major undertakings at that first meeting included the setting of club goals. Some of the goals set by the club included: 1) getting out of debt, 2) giving a $100.00 scholarship, and 3) to increase membership by more than 10 including Ted puts his best foot forward to help FBLA to a successful year. some male students. Since getting out of debt was our major goal (a $400.00 deficit), the concession stands and the raffles proved to be rewarding as a considerable amount of money was raised. Mrs. Barbara Hill, H.S. English teacher, was the winner of the T.V. set which was given away in the Jumbo Raffle. Additional prizes in this raffle were provided by the local merchants and were greatly appreciated. April 10-12, fourteen Tecumseh FBLA members competed with 1175 students from 82 schools at the State Leadership Conference which was held in the Omaha Hilton. The students participated in various contests. The following students received awards: Paula Brinkman, Susie Davis, Kate Morrissey, and Jackie Schultz. At the last meeting of the year, Jackie Schultz was chosen as the outstanding FBLA member, and Sheri Davis was recipient of the $100.00 scholarship. During the FBLA FHA awards banquet, they were presented their awards, at which time the new officers were also installed. ). Schultz, outstanding FBLA member, and S. Davis, recipient of S100.00 scholarship. Anita Joseph of Miller Paine gives words of wisdom at FBLA FFtA awards banquet. 38 Jackie you can't go without Ted! Jane practices for opening night. t Seriously, I know what I'm talking about. Vote for me! Miss FBLA. Now this is the way it really happened. 39 Art Buffs Enjoy Artistic Year For the first year of the Art Club they seemed to be busy by providing the school with many activities that was enjoyed by club members as well as other students. This year they sponsored a dance with Violent Peace. The money which they raised with help from the Jr. High Art Club and a picture that Mrs. Lammle had painted enabled them to buy a Kiln. The Art Club also had many guests come to Tecumseh High School and expressed the technicalities. Paul Fell a cartoonist, Leland Sherwood, a water colorist, and Lila Rees, an oil painter. They all demonstrated their talents to some of the student body which proved to be very interesting and educational. The Art Club also sponsored the Spring Art Show with grades 7-12 showing their talents which added to their experience. Through out the year the Art Club was a very busy club striving for perfection. Marto, one of the Senior members. From L to R: B. Johnson, J. Pella, J. Staley, L. Hansel, B. Ullman, K. LaFrance, T. Kremke, S. Smith, Sponsor D. Lammle, Back Row: S. Bartels, R. Koehler, M. Jacobson, R. Ossian, D. Kettlehake, C. Robertson, C. Durman, S. Bartholomew, J. Unroe, S. Raney r-4 Members are: Back row — T. Davison, J. Schultz, C. Pfister, J. Parrish, C. Laue, S. Ramsey, J. Morrissey, D. Watteyne, L. Buethe, D. Sapp, J. Schmid, ). Pella, S. Parrish, and C. Weiss, sponsor; Around the table — M. McDonald, K. Bohling, C. Bartels; Front row — P. Reinhardt, K. Meisbach, M. Lempke, M. Grof, B. Meisbach, S. Scott, L. Masur, and A. Lempka. Above: Lisa gets a lift from the guide. Below: The officers: C. Bartels, Sec. Treas.; K. Bohling, V. Pres.; and M. McDonald, Pres.; and D. Sapp, sell raffle tickets. Ecology Is Life. The Ecology Club had an active year. Their original goal was to earn enough money for a cross country ski trip. Some of their activities were: a slave auction held in November, which the twenty-six members sold eight hours of labor; a raffle held in December giving a sleeping bag and a small back pack to two lucky winners. Executive director of N.O.E., Douglas Brott spoke to the high school for a lyceum. A donation to N.O.E, which makes it a second annual event, was made. The final goal was met and George Weiss, sponsor, who did a tremendous amount of work in organizing, arranged the trips with the aid of N.O.E. Two dates were chosen, Feb. 15-16th, and Mar. 1-2nd, due to the size of the group. The first group enjoyed good skiing weather and learned the techniques of skiing. The second group was less fortunate, because the weather did not supply enough snow to ski. Instead, this group learned basic winter survival, weathering a five below zero night in a tent. The group however enjoyed hiking and frolicking in the snow that there was. The Ecology Club found an ultimate goal that it could work towards for years. It's titled an Outdoor Education walk. 41 It was a rewarding year. Speech and Drama Club had quite a year this year. The first event was One Act play contest. The cast performed very well at Districts. This year speech contests had to be rewarding to all who participated. Conference and Districts went very well with seven students earning a trip to State contest in Kearney. There the competition is extremely heavy, with everyone having to perform twice before different sets of judges. Although competition was tough Jeanette Schmid again showed her outstanding ability by being a finalist in After Dinner, which means the top five in this section. She placed fifth over all at State in class B, this is an extreme honor, and we're very proud of her. A new venture undertaken this year, was a Dinner Theater, which went over very well and was enjoyed by all who attended. ■Hrvtflm ' tint ufi Top, J. Schmid, S. Klein, C. Pope, D. Schmidt, R. Ossian, K. Bohling, J. Parrish, Bottom, V. Balderson, M. Jacobsen, P. Thompson, D. Sapp, K. Carter, J. Morrissey. students entered in speech events. Joy and Diane once again showed their gift Here is the famous duet Kathy and Sandy what are you doing in there? Diane. Diane is at it again, goofing around. 42 Students who went to State Speech, are pictured by the Victory Bell, they are all winners! These ladies received superior or excellent at conference speech contest Cinny and Kathy sweated out many moments preparing their Extemp, speeches. Pam and Rick, were entered in poetry and used their eloquence to do very well. Jeanette owes some of her success Students who participated in Interp. of to this tree her inspiration. Drama, worked hard and it paid off. 43 Fun and Happiness Altogether The Future Homemakers of America accomplished many things this year through hard work and confusion. They accompanied the Industrial Arts Club caroling to the Tecumseh Care Center and homes of some Tecumseh residents. The F.H.A. also worked with the Speech and Drama Club on the first annual Dinner Theater. This was a huge success and will continue on as a Tecumseh High School tradition. The entire club attended a district convention in Pawnee City, where they were in charge of entertainment. Each girl, then attended different seminars on careers. Mrs. Hesman, along with a few of next year's officers attended the annual F.H.A. convention in Lincoln. They learned many things which will help them become a more prosperous club next year. F.H.A. is planning many exciting activities next year to fulfill their objective. You're supposed to sing girls, not stare at the page! F.H.A. members (L-R, Back to Front) Julie Sherman, Mary Schmidt, Jana Bailey, Sandi Parrish, Susan Lempka, Jeanne Pella, Diane Watteyne, Jennifer Hahn, Chris Durman, Susan Klein, Sharon Bartholomew, Deb Schmidt, Pam Thompson, Christy Laue, Trisha Kremke, Karen LaFrance, Barb Ullman, Jean Weakland, Joyce Kettelhake, Barb Cobber, Sheri Packwood, Sponsor, Marilyn Hesman, Treas. Tammy Davison, V. Pres. Julie Morrissey, Pari. Jane Barid, Sec. Cheryl Meister, Hist. Carla Pfister, Pres. Lois Kettelhake and Tammy Parrish. Intelligentsia At It's Best Spaghetti was on the minds of the 17 members of the National Honor Society as they planned their annual party. Since the price of steak was too high, it was decided to eat at the Spaghetti Works in Lincoln and hit the movies afterwards. To pay for this little excursion, the group sold concessions at the Girls' District Basketball Tournament held at Tecumseh. Many long and hard hours were spent by the group as they worked to pay off the debts left by last year's group. Their work and determination paid off as their efforts earned enough money to pay their debts and have a party. Early in the spring, 10 new members were initiated into the group. Three Seniors, three Juniors, and four Sophomores were welcomed as new members. Congratulations. Front row: President, Jeanette Schmid; Vice-President, Kathy Bohling; Secretary, Diane Sapp; Treasurer, Danny Mattheis, Second row: Julie Morrissey, Judy Unroe, Lynette Buethe, Scott Davis. Third row: Ron Hackbart, Paula Brinkman, Sheri Davis, Susanne Scott. Back row: Carla Pfister, Christy Laue, Jackie Schultz, Curt Bartels, Mike Lempke. Not pictured: Denise Schultz and sponsor, Virgil Blumhorst. Kathy, are you still talking? Initiation of the New Members. 45 Mr. Blumhorst gets into his spaghetti. Row 1 left to right: J. Mason, B. Cobber, T. Kremke, D, Mathies, D. Miesbach, M. Krause, J. Baum, S. Davis, S. Carpenter, J. Bailey, T. Bohling, S. Davis. Row 2: S. Packwood, L. Nickell, J. Unroe, M. Jacobsen, M. Oestmann, D. Puchalla, B. Lade, K. Volkmer, K. Lueders, C. Pope, Row 3: B. Davison, J. Hahn, D. Mathies, R. Koehler, T. Horn, B. Mason, J. Baird, L. Ramsey, Row 4: B. Miesbach, K. Morrissey, J. Brinkman, J. Thompson, M. McDonald, K. Miesbach, J. Reynolds, M. Rauner, R. Hackbart, P. Brinkman, S. Davis, S. Scott, P. Thompson. (Not pictured Janet Philips.) Chorus Provides Entertainment This year's Mixed Chorus was directed by Mr. Richard Davis. The Chorus performed 5 times throughout the year. They sang in a winter concert and pre-contest concert. They also performed at Wymore Southern, in which they spent half a day practicing and singing — and in the evening performed a concert. In the evening they sang 2 songs and then all of the vocal groups sang 5 songs. The contest was held in Auburn again this year. The Mixed chorus worked hard for this years contest. They sang Sing Hallelujah and Go Ye Children. They received a II after a job well done. The last performance of the Mixed Chorus was at Graduation. Go Ye Children and I've Been This Way Before are the two selections that were sung for graduation. At beginning of second semester 11 kids left Chorus and went to Study Hall. Paula Brinkman was the accompanist for the Mixed Chorus this past year. Everyone but the Seniors is looking forward to another fulfilling year with excitement piz- Sing loud for the Judge! Look at that Posture! Instrumental Solos were: Sharon, flute, II; Terri, trombone. III; Steve, trumpet, II; and Phil, french horn. III. Cirl's Triple Trio: Janet, Beverly, Susie, Pam, Brenda, Jenn, Judy, Janet, Sheri. They received a III at Contest. Individual Vocal Solos: Pam, II; Jamie, III; Paula, II, Jane, I. Musicians Alone, But Yet Together Many things hampered the Music Department this year. The Music Department was reduced by money, instructors, and time. But with all of the problems the musicians faced, they still used their individual time and energy to meet goals. The Music Department's main project was the production of Show Boat which was a great success. Participants of District Music Contest found themselves 'craming' for spare time to practice music for contest which was the week-end following the musical. Due to the lack of preparation time, many groups and soloists were forced to 'scratch'. The swing choir, which was formed at the beginning of the year found it impossible to work in the many practices they needed before performing. But others worked diligently and performed their selections very well. With the help they received from Mr. Davis, these musicians worked many hours reaching for perfection. The outstanding vocalist for 1979-80 was Jane Baird. Her dedication and talent helped make the musical a success. Paula Brinkman was chosen outstanding instrumentalist. She sacrificed many hours working on the musical, helping soloists, and accompaning. Congratulations should go to all members of the music department for their performance throughout the year. Mr. Davis is also to be thanked for his hard work and constant support. When he would turn one direction and would receive no's , he would turn towards the students and receive We're behind you! Let's do it! Thanks Mr. Davis! Swing Choir: Susanne, Tim, John, Kate, Dave, Susie, Bev, Jamie, Jane, Brenda, Paula, Scott, Mary, Mark, Sheri. 47 Kevin Miesbach, Terri Mitchel, Jim Brinkman, Casey Tagart, Jamie Brinkman, Scott Davis, Susanne Scott, Sheri Davis, Lynette Buethe, Thompson, Ron Fritsch, Janet Mason, Gerry Neeman, Kate Susie Davis, Julie Little. Morrissey, Beverly Mason, Barb Cobber, Angie Carson, Paula Strike Up The Band This years 1979-80 Tecumseh High School Band ended the year with a crashing success. They started out the year as the Tecumseh High School Marching Band. After many mornings of practice and marching at football games, the band performed at the Nebraska State High School Band Marching contest at Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln in which they received a II. After marching season was over, the band became the Tecumseh High School Concert Band. They began working on concert Music and pep band music for basketball games. Three concerts were given during the year: a Christmas Band Concert, a Winter concert and a Spring concert. The band also performed at a band clinic in Wymore in which 13 members of the band played in the honor band. Finally to end the year the band traveled to Auburn and performed at the Annual Music Contest where they received a II. The B flat Give me a pianissimo! 48 Joe Ossian, Ron Hackbart, Mike Krause, Rod Koehler, John Baum, Miesbach, Laurie Ramsey, Ted Evans, Phil Ullman, Sharon Jon Rauner, Steve Bartels, Dave Johnson, Kelly Carter, Steve Krause, Bartholomew, Teresa Bohling, Brenda Miesbach, Janet Phillips. Tim Horn, Mike Rauner, Dan Smithers, Phil Reinhardt, Dave Darn! I forgot my toothbrush! Where is my other shoe! Clarinet quartet received a I. Flute quartet received a II. Front left: Scott Davis, Susanne Scott, jeff Reynolds, Sheri Davis. Ron Hackbart, Mike Krause. Back: Kelly Carter, Tim Horn, Mike Middle: Rod Koehler, Terri Mitchel, Kevin Miesbach, Marty Jacobsen, Rauner, Phil Reinhardt, Steve Bartels, Steve Krause. Stage Band Live The Tecumseh stagehand had a very busy and successful year. Besides performing at the usual high school concerts the stagehand also played for the Beatrice and Tecumseh Sertoma clubs and at the Top Ten Banquet. The stagehand was looking forward to performing in the district music contest, when the time finally came nervousness and excitement was felt by everyone because this is where ail the hard work pays off. The stagehand received a superior rating, you could feel the excitement on the bus ride home while being serenaded with popular songs. Looking at the year as a whole, I believe it is safe to say it was a rewarding one. Marto getting ready to jam. Don't go breaking my heart. 50 Victory Is Part Of Our Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Excitement arose as each moment brought us closer to another Homecoming. The eventful week began with Security Day with everyone bringing their blankets and “teddy bears to school. Toga Day was extremely interesting with everyone wearing their classiest sheets. Among the other days were: Don't Clown Around with the Indians Day, Scare Away Pawnee City Indians Day and Traditional Cold and Black Day. With everyone in the Homecoming spirit Tecumseh kept their winning Homecoming Streak alive by crushing undefeated Pawnee City 8-0. During half-time, last years king and queen, Vince Kerner and Bonnie Davison relinquished their crowns to Barb Oilman and Randy Mason. Then to everyone's amazement, the band, Escape , from Beatrice, brought great music for the dance. With the help of the alumni, the dance proved successful which wrapped up an exciting Homecoming Week. Nice Boots, Laue! 52 Attendants: Freshmen—Bill Baird, Laurie Ramsey; Sophomores—Beth Davison, Bob Stitt; Juniors- Jean Weakland, Scott Badertscher. 1979 Homecoming Royalty: Barb Ullman and Randy Mason Candidates: Jane Baird and Casey Tagart Candidates: Angie Ossian and Randy Mason Candidates: Jackie Schultz and Kevin Miesbach 1978 Royalty: Bonnie Davison and Vince Kerncr. Crownbearers: Doug Wilson and Jill Wittmann. Candidates: Barb Ullman and Mark McDonald Candidates: Susanne Scott and Mark Oestmann 53 54 T. H. S. Plays Go Over Really Big Tecumseh's fall play was entitled THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST. Tryouts were held early in the year, with rehearsals to be held after school. Due to conflicts the play date was changed from Nov. 3 to Nov. 16 and 17. Due to the illness of Kelly Hesman who was cast of Gwendolen, Jeanette Schmid stepped up in to the part, learning her lines in a remarkably short time, Jeanette became one of Tecumseh's most beautiful leading ladies! Soon after a successful performance, many hours of hard work was known to be well worth it and would be missed. During the cast party everyone could relax and enjoy the feeling of a job well done! How can you yell at this sweet child! Cast: Row 1: J. Schmid , R. Ossian, Dir. V. Balderson and K. Bohling. Back row: M. Jacobsen, T. Parrish, J. Morrissey, J. Thompson, D. Sapp and C. Pope. Good Job As Kathy talks, Gwen, Earnest, Cecily, and Algy have eyes only for each other. Jamie praying for a successful show. Whooa! Girls shake hands and make up! The Importance of Being Earnest was a play that required a lot of work. Knowing this, the cast put their all into it. Not to say there weren't practices when things got a little out of hand, for instance when someone started to laugh and couldn't stop. Or the unfor-getable all you can do with a chair . The Play was challenging, many hours were spent developing, and maintaining character on stage. To keep from laughing when having a serious argument scene was really hard. The elementary dress rehearsal was a time to unwind and just have fun. At curtain time nerves were on edge, but the cast was ready to give a good performance. When the final curtain fell, it was over. The show had been a success. The good experience and closeness of fellow actors will live on in their minds and hearts. Poor Miss Prism is being forced by Lady Bracknel to recall her tearful past. Lady Bracknel is once again voicing her strong objections why this marriage just can't take place. Earnest is once again stating his undying Cecily and Gwendolen gang up on Earnest love for his dearest Gwendolen. to find out exactly who he really is! 55 Watch Out Washington After many years of anticipation, the Juniors finally completed their annual event, County Government Day. The Junior class voted in the primaries and chose a candidate from each party, Federalist and Nationalist. Even though they only had one day to prepare their campaigns, there were many catchy slogans like: All the Way With Johnny K, and Get on Your Horsey and Vote for Morrissey. The entire student body voted and participants were selected. These students then ventured downtown. After a movie and discussion each student spent the rest of the day with their elected official. All in all, the students found the day very rewarding and were glad they got the chance to fulfill the Junior tradition. Innocent Curt with a record? The students participating in County Government Day were: (Back Row) Scott Badertscher, Lois Kettelhake, John Kavanaugh, Alan Lempka, Kathy Kroll, Curt Bartels and Bruce Lade. (Front Row) Denise Schultz, Janet Phillips, Carla Pfister, Kelly Carter, Julie Morrissey, Tammy Davison, and Jeanne Pella. How much did they pay you, Larry, to pose with those chicks?' Listen carefully, Bruce. 56 F.R. L. to R. D. Reilly, L. Buethe, M. Lempke, T. Putnam, B. R. P. Brinkman, S. Davis, K. Bohling, D. Sapp, S. Scott, J. Schultz, D. Seeba. Not pictured; ). Schmid. F.R. L. to R. K. Volkmer, L. Masur, J. Morrissey, B.R. A. Lempka, D. Schultz, S. Badertscher, C. Pfister, T. Davison, D. Mattheis, G. Schmidt. F.R. L. to R. B. Stitt, J. Thompson, C. Durman, B.R. B. Miesbach, J. Hahn, C. Laue, R. Burbridge, S. Davis, J. Baum, R. Hackbardt. Most Improved: L. to R. T. Mitchel, D. Smithers, J. Pella, C. Pope. T.H.S. Top Ten: Food For Thought The third annual Top Ten Banquet was held Tuesday, March 25, at the Tecumseh High School gym. Reverend Vaughn Learning presented the invocation and a pot luck dinner followed. After the meal the T.H.S. stage band performed. Guest speaker Mr. Dick Kimbrough then spoke. Mr. Wittman commented, Mr. Kimbrough did an excellent job stressing careers available to students and importance of early planning. Mr. Wittman, Dr. James Ossian, Mr. Leroy Loew, Mrs. Barbara Hill, and Mr. Virgil Blumhorst presented the Top Ten awards and the most improved grade averages to the students. Chow today . • • starve tomorrow. 57 F.R. L. to R. B. Volkmer, B. Gobber, S. Packwood, B.R. D. Miesbach, T. Bohling, L. Ramsey, J. Sherman, M. Schmidt, K. Morrissey, S. Davis Show Boat Makes Big Splash This year's musical was Show Boat and many people say it was the best musical in a long time. This year's musical cast is as follows: Windy and Jeb - Danny Mattheis; Steve - Donny Puchalla; Pete - Kevin Miesbach; Queenie - Pam Thompson; Parthy Ann Hawks - Bev Mason; Cap'n Andy Hawks - Ron Hackbart; Ellie - Brenda Miesbach; Frank - Scott Davis; Rubberface - Jamie Thompson; Julie - Janet Phillips; Gaylord Ravenal - Tim Horn; Vallon - John Baum; Magnolia - Jane Baird; Joe - Marty Jacobsen; Backwoodsman - Mark Oestmann; Landlady - Trisha Kremke; Jim - David Miesbach; Jake - Kent Volkmer; Charlie - Jim Brinkman; Kim - Kate Morrissey. Towns people, Barker, Congress of Beauty - Sheri Davis, Susanne Scott, Janet Mason, Darren Mattheis. Because of the small number of chorus members, many people were fill-ins when not in a scene concerning them directly. The pit band members were Sharon Bartholomew, Susie Davis, Lynette Buethe, Phil Reinhardt, Terri Mitchel, Kelly Carter, and Steve Krause. The pianist was Paula Brinkman and the Paula makes up Brenda. lane, you're looking the wrong way. Where's your horse John? EMSSOfc jgl Sing it Janet! Every hair must be in place. 'Old Man Marty. Doesn't he ever shut up!? director was Richard Davis. Technical Crew consisted of Chris Pope and Steve Carpenter running the lights; Kenny Leuders and Ginny Fee helping backstage. The musical practices started on March 3 and the last practice was a dress rehearsal on April 18. All members worked hard on the props since one of the downfalls of last years musical was a lack of props. Everybody WORKED right up to last show. From the majority of the people who saw the musical, they were very impressed with it. This was very evident as ' of the audience that was there the second night, were also there the first night. 59 She plays the piano too! Look at that gal shuffle!!! The Band-ESSENCE Futuristics The 1980 Jr. Sr. Prom went over as a big success. The prom theme being Hawaiian Fantasies. The juniors worked many hours to prepare, and it paid off. The juniors chose Judy Unroe, Josie Pella, Brenda Miesbach, Christy Laue, Beth Davison, Todd Evans, Ron Hackbart, Phil Ullman, Tim Horn, and Bob Stitt as their servers. The banquet started at 7:00 with a menu of roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, salad bar, ice cream and cookies, and tea. The dance started to 9:00 and ended at midnight. The bowling alley was open to all juniors and seniors until 3:00. The breakfast was served from 2:00 to 5:00 at the Tecumseh Country Club. This ended the 1980 prom festivities. The Juniors worked hard, but it all paid off. Don't be camera shy Tim. Our servers. 60 Come on Terri, don't by shy. Don't look so baffled Josie. Not to much now Tim. Don't look so excited guys. Now jeannie don't get excited. Do the funky chicken. 61 Forty Seven Grads — On May 9, the Senior class of 1980 came to school to rehearse one of the most important days of their lives. On May 18, forty-seven anxious Seniors gathered as a class for the last time. As usual, it rained; forcing the exercises to take place inside. When the entire class was FINALLY seated, Rev. Karl Weinrich gave an invocation and a message. Susanne Scott was the Salutatorian of the class and Jeanette Schmid was the Valedictorian. Scholarship winners were then announced. The Senior chorus members joined the chorus which sang two songs. The diplomas were awarded to the class. The tassels were moved to the opposite side of the caps, the band played the recessional, and the 47 member class walked out of the gym as 47 new members of Tecumseh High School alumni. The Seniors chose Champagne and Turquoise as their class colors. The flower was yellow rose. The motto the class selected was The time and space we use today will be forever useful tomorrow. The class formed a reception line outside the school after the commencement exercises were completed. There the group greeted underclassmen that they will miss; teachers they respect; and people they can now consider as working counterparts — the adults. Forty Seven Adults Don't look so scared, Dar. It only happens once!! 62 I worked hard for that!! Congratulations!! I made it. Dad!! Jeanette gave the Valedictorian address. Phil — ''I'm glad that's over! 63 Hard Work Pays Off Many students were honored at the annual Honors Night which was held on May 5, 1980. Seniors receiving scholarships include: Kathy Bohling, Paula Brinkman, Lynette Buethe, Sheri Davis, Diane Horstman, Shirley Laug, Mike Lempke, Joy Parrish, Phil Reinhardt, Diane Sapp, Jeanette Schmid, Susanne Scott, and Darwin Seeba. Other students honored but not pictured include: Paula Brinkman - Outstanding Bandsman; Jeanette Schmid - Science Award; Joy Parrish and Shirley Laug - Media Awards; Barb Ullman -Home Economics Award; Jeanette Schmid and Dave Kettelhake - “I Dare You Awards; Steve Bartels, Rick Ossian, Diane Horstman, Dave Kettelhake, and Rod Koehler - Art Awards. Groups: Pep Club, Y-Teens, Annual, Speech and Drama. Dave K. receives Woodworking II Award. All that work for a little plaque?1 Outstanding Vocalist-Jane Baird. Gee, just what I wanted, a rock.' Miss Muller hands out Math Awards. 64 Four years of hard work pays off. Creighton Math Contest Participants. Budding Actresses and Actor. Ecology Club officers are honored. Faithful Pep Club members. Dave M. receives Woodworking I Award. 65 tc VALUEABLE PL FOOTBALL VOLLEYBALL COUNTRY ASKETBALL GIRL BASKETBALL WRESRlNG GOLF BQ nR 3|lS TR RACK TRACK 3 ERI d; REINHARI ASEY TAGAf JACKIESCHUI Y MATTHI PBgi KEVIN MIESBACH PAM THOMPSON The MVP for Boys Basketball was Casey. Athletes Honored For Goal Achievement The annual Athletic Banquet was held on May 3. As usual, the athletes and guests enjoyed a pot luck meal. The speaker for the evening was Jerry Schmutte. Mr. Schmutte is the new head Basketball coach at Wesleyan University. The individual letters and awards were then handed out. A total of 104 letters were distributed to the athletes of the various events. The athletic department was very fortuante to be able to honor these outstanding individuals. The athletic season was a great success thanks to the talented players and coaches at THS. Phil was chosen Most valuable athlete in Cross Country. The speaker: Jerry Schmutte Danny received Most valuable athlete in Wrestling. 66 Pizza and Play-sure Valentino's pizza, One Egg and The Ugly Duckling. All these were elements of the first annual Dinner Theater brought to T.H.S. by F.H.A. and Speech and Drama Club. The F.H.A. prepared and served the meal, while two humorous plays, entitled One Egg and The Ugly Duckling were presented. The main characters in One Egg were: Man-Rick Ossian, Woman-Jeanette Schmid, and Waitress - Diane Sapp. The main characters in the Ugly Duckling were: King - Greg Kerner, Queen - Kathy Bohling, Camilla - Julie Morrissey, Simon -Chris Pope, Dulcibella - Kelly Hesman, Carlo - Todd Evans, Chancellor - Kelly Carter, and the Announcer - Mike Krause. Sharon Bartholomew was also a big help as she was the student director for the plays. The Dinner theater proved to be an enjoyable evening for all and hopefully will be continued in years to come. Is the pizza good. Curt?? Is it O.K. if I have seconds?? Been a hard day, huh, Mrs. Hesman?? 67 Gathered by the old oak tree are: Kathy Bohling, Brenda Miesbach, Curt Bartels, Mark M Donald and Cristy Laue wondering about all the stories the old oak tree could tell through the ages of time. Cristy Laue Brenda Miesbach observing some of Natures Miracles. Outdoor Education Participants: L to R. 1st Row: C. Meister, J. Schultz, A. Ossian, J. Schmid, Mr. Harshbarger, J. Baird, D. Schultz, C. Laue, K. Carter, S. Davis, K. Volkmer, C. Durman, J. Morrissey, M. Evans, D. Reilly, B. Mason, K. Bohling, P. Brinkman, S. Laug, J. Parrish, M. Schmidt, J. Sherman, D. Sapp, R. Ossian, and G. Schmidt. Endurance, support, toleration, hard work, Champs: Front—L. to R. Cheryl Meister, high standards, won 2nd place. Jeanette Schmid, Angie Ossian, Jackie Schultz. A Repeat of Excellence The Peru State Business Contest was held Thursday, February 14, 1980, with 485 student representing twenty-nine schools, participating. It turned out to be a Sweetheart-of-a-Day for the Tecumseh students as they won 2nd Place for the second year in a row. The contest was divided into twelve different events. Students were chosen by their instructors, Mr. Loew and Mr. Harshbarger, to compete. The events and the students that were selected were as follows: Typing I—Mary Schmidt and Julie Sherman; Typing II-Jackie Schultz and Cheryl Meister; Shorthand I — Jane Baird, Jackie Schultz, and Shirley Laug; Shorthand II—Angie Ossian, DebbieReilly, and Mary Evans; Business Law-Diane Sapp, Kathy Bohling, and Joy Parrish; Business Math—Jeanette Schmid, Julie Morrissey, and Beverly Mason; Office Practice-Paula Brinkman, Jane Baird, and Debbie Reilly; Sales Demonstrations—Rick Ossian and Kelly Carter; Accounting I —Kent Volkmer, Denise Schultz, and George Schmidt; Accounting II-Jackie Schultz and Angie Ossian; Economics— Jeanette Schmid, Diane Sapp, and Kathy Bohling; and General Business—Cris Durman, Christy Laue, and Scott Davis. Students placing in the contest were Jackie Schultz-lst place in Typing II, Cheryl Meister-2nd place in Typing II, Angie Ossian-2nd place in Shorthand II, and Jeannette Schmid-tie for 2nd in Business Math. This gave Tecumseh a total of 17 and A points. Syracuse won the contest with 19 ’A points. By virtue of placing second, Tecumseh was awarded a trophy and a $250 scholarship for someone who will be attending Peru State College. 69 N.O.E. participants are: row 1 — S. Scott, C. Bartels, P. Reinhardt, M. McDonald, K. Mark repells down a cliff as Julie watches Meisbach; row 2 — L. Rowe, M. Crof, K. Bohling, J. Morrissey, S. Parrish; row 3 — R from above trying to learn the techniques Stephens, D. Horstman, M. Fox, J. Steinaur, L. Buethe, M. Lempke, D. Watteyne. before attempting it. N.O.E., Students Get Away From It All Once again students got away from the hassles of school life through Nebraska Outdoor Encounter. The first trip was during the summer of 79 after being postponned during the school year. The rugged adventurers were: Seniors — Cindy Bartels, Roger Britt, Kathy Kavanaugh, Jane Stitt, Colleen Volkmer, and Jerry Wolken; others were — Kathy Bohling, Diane Horstman, Mike Lempke, Steve Mueller, Lisa Rowe, Dar Seeba, and Robbie Stephens. These students enjoyed the mountainous area around Estes Park, Colo. There they learned to ice climb, bouldering, and basic winter survival and hiking. After returning from their first campsite they encountered heavy snowfall and decided not to attempt the other site. Instead they traveled to Palasades State Park, So. Dak., where they learned rock climbing. The second trip was in the fall of this year. The nine students who participated were: Seniors — Kathy Bohling, Lynette Buethe, Mark McDonald, and Kevin Meisbach; Juniors — Mike Grof, Julie Morrissey, Sandi Parrish, George Schmidt, and Diane Watteyne. The gruop acquired the name, The Good Ones . In the Pine Ridge Area near Chadron, NE. they learned to zip line, repell, solo, and played environmental awareness games. Something unique was the apple pie baking contest, and pine ball (similar to baseball). These are experiences the students will not forget. The original and only Good Ones. Lynette's not pictured. It might not seem like much but it was home on solo. Athletics Preseason Views, Differ Even though this is a rebuilding year, the object of the game still is to win! This was a statement given by coach Roger Hill during practices prior to the Wymore Southern game. Many people were optimistic about the football team and wouldn't say whether they thought it was going to be a winning season or not since last year's seniors took seven starters from the team. Also John Kavanaugh broke his leg which left yet another starting position open. Well hopes were filled as the number of members kept increasing. The number of members at the beginning of the year was about twenty-two. Towards the middle of the season it jumped to about 32. But towards the end of the season it slacked off to about twenty-seven which was the final number of team members. People were moved to new positions and told to do their best. Casey Tagart was moved from quarter-back to l-back and the quarter-back position was then filled by Allen Wenzl. Bob Stitt, second string l-back was moved to first string slot-back. Mark Oestmann, a previous split-end, was moved to tight-end. On defense Doug Coracke, who used to play defensive-end, was moved to second string defensive-tackle, so he could get the much needed rest which every player needs. Dennis Krontz, who in the year past played only offense, played head linebacker and was soon to be a vital key in the Tecumseh defense as he led the team in tackles in almost every game. With these major changes, players lacking experience, and a new head coach, Roger Hill, you can imagine why preseason views differed. But the team proved it would not give in to defeat so easily. Tagart fights for yardage. 1979-80 Football Team: Front row (L to R) Randy Wenzl, Don Puchalla, Chris Mason, Bill Baird, Steve Krause, Bob Stitt, Larry Goracke, Don Wolken, and Dan Smithers. Second row Mark Oestmann, Bob Watteyne, Dan Mattheis, Phil Ullman, Randy Mason, Todd Evans, Mike Lempke, Scott Badertscher, Casey Tagart, and John Kavanaugh. Third row head coach Roger Hill, Bruce Lade, David Thompson, Doug Goracke, Allen Wenzl, Pat Davison, J.D. Fink, Dennis Krontz, Tim Mason, Ron Hackbart, and Assistant Coach Rick Richard. 72 '79, A Repeat of '78?? DATE LOCATION TEC. Sep. 7 Tecumseh at Wymore 12 Sept. 14 Tecumseh at Louisville 14 Sept. 21 Milford at Tecumseh 12 Sept. 28 Tecumseh at Friend 7 Oct. 5 Pawnee City at Tecumseh 8 Oct. 12 Tecumseh at Humboldt 31 Oct. 19 Tecumseh at Southeast 6 Oct. 24 Wilber-Clatomia at Tucumseh 20 Nov. 2 Tri-County at Tecumseh 6 Season Record: 3-5-1 86 I Love to eat footballs!!! The Indians first game was against Wymore Southern and spirits were high as the Tecumseh team traveled to Wymore. The fans found themselves staring at a 0 to 0 score at the end of the first quarter and a 7 to 6 score at the end of the first half. The final score was 13 to 12 with the Indians losing a hard fought battle. Then came Louisville. In the preseason polls Louisville was rated highly in the state. But Tecumseh hit them hard and had a 14 to 0 lead at the end of the first quarter. The final tally however found Louisville on top 28 to 14. Milford was next on the schedule and they handed Tecumseh a 36 to 1 loss. Milford's talent was too deep and the Indians really OPPO. had a tough time with the Eagles. 13 Friend was next and Tecumseh 28 was still looking for it's first win. 36 This was the night in which they 0 would seek and FIND their first 0 victory. Although the Indians only 0 won 7 to 0 the Tecumseh team 7 totally out played the Friend 20 Bulldogs. 30 This week Tecumseh shut out their opponent by beating Pawnee 134 City 8 to 0. The Indians total yards this game was 166 while Pawnee City's was 2. For the third week in a row What are you doing on the ground Casey? 73 74 Sorry Case but he can't help you. That's what I call gang tackling!!! Casey's on the ground . . . AGAIN! Tecumseh shut out their opponent. Tecumseh romped Humboldt 31 to 0. The game was all Tecumseh as their total yards were 263, the highest of the year. Then came the upset of the year! Southeast held on to a 7 to 6 lead to beat Tecumseh for the Indians' fourth loss. According to the books, Southeast really out played Tecumseh. Wilber was the next Battle. All hopes were just about lost when Wilber opened up a 20 to 0 lead in the second quarter. But Tecumseh would not let up as the final score was 20 to 20, which proved to many people that the Indians would not give up no matter what. The last game of the season brought Tri-County to Tecumseh only to see Tecumseh lose 30-6. All conference members were Casey and Dennis, and Hon. Mention Pat and Allen. So the season ended 3-5-1 (exactly the same as last's year record) but all in all it was titled as a successful year as everybody passed all expectations. I never knew you had 3 hands Mark?! Dreams Shattered By Tourney Losses Senior Sheri Davis received these honors: Maverick Media All Area 1st team, Beatrice Daily Sun Class C 1st team and All State Honorable Mention Class C. Twenty-one THS girls started out the volleyball season with high hopes of a success-filled season. Early goals set by the girls included beating arch rivals such as Milford, Wymore and Southeast, and possessing the best record in the eastern half of the conference. Coach Gibreal, however, said that she would settle for a winning record which meant winning over half of all the games. Two weeks of hard practice with the usual amount of screwing around found the team face to face with Auburn, their first opponent. Although the girls didn't win, the team effort was encouraging, and everyone looked anxiously toward the balance of the season. After the first five games the girls had a 3-2 record, the best of the entire season. At this Point Coach Gibreal's goal was met, but it was beginning to look grim for the others that had been set. After a crushing defeat at Wymore, the girls had their winning streak at home snapped as Friend handed them their first and only regular season loss at home. The Indians avenged their earlier loss to Auburn by defeating them in the first round of the Syracuse Invitational, only to lose to Nebraska City and Blair in later games of the tournament. The final loss of the regular season came at the hands of Humboldt after three hard fought sets. However the team recovered from the loss and with the help of an enthusiastic crowd and probably the best team effort of the season, they bounced back to beat Southeast in the most memorable game of the season. Post- season tournaments were more than disappointing as the girls lost first to Harvard in conference and then again to Humboldt in districts. The team finished with a deceiving 5-9 record which said little for the efforts which the girls put into the season. Varsity from left: Jackie Schultz, Pam Thompson, Susanne Scott, Brinkman, Sheri Davis, Sue Ramsey, Angie Ossian, Kelly Carter, Nat Christy Laue, Beth Davison, Joy Parrish, Laurie Ramsey, Paula Ramsey, Coach Lohmeier, lynette Buethe, Coach Gibreal. 75 The 79 volleyball season, like most activities at THS, was full of fun and memories for all who participated. None of the female Indians will forget the wild bus rides with Pam's never-ending array of back-of-the-bus impersonations along with the traditional sing-a-longs. A new twist was added somewhere along the road, and 'Disco' Country Roads was soon a much requested favorite. Other seasonable memories included 'amazons', 'go for it', and 'wild passionate ', along with the ever popular dives, rolls and sprawls. Pre-game rituals included Pam and Jackie's shirt stretching sessions and Susanne perfecting Sue's hair. The victory party held at the coaches' house provided lots of memories for the team as they gave it their all to celebrate their tremendous win over S.E. Reserves-standing: T. Bohling, K. Morrissey, Miesbach, B. Davison, T. Parrish. Kneeling: S. Davis, L. Ramsey, K. Carter. Sitting: S. S.M.- B. Gobber, Coach- B. Lohmeier. Smith, J. Little, A. Carson, N. Ramsey, B. 'Forget what Gibreal said-l'm not gonna be around if those Amazons are playing!' Dive, sprawl or roll?! Spic and Spaz, (Alias Pam and Susanne), show true form. 'Well if Coach Gibreal told me to call the ball then that's what I'm gonna do.' 76 KILL! KILL! KILL! Auburn 8-15 13-15 Wilber a 16-14 Mjjford 11-15 11-15 SYRACUSE 16-14 15-3 TRI-COUNTY 12-15' 15-9 Wymore 1-15 3-15 FRIEND 3-15 15-12 •Auburn •Nebr. City J( 15-13 3-15 11-151 7-15 •Blair 15-17 6-15 Humboldt 1-15 16-14 SOUTHEAST 15-13 8- 15 •Harvard 13J5 1 15 •HUlCtBOLDT 13-15 12-15 j0l 15-10 7-15 15-5 i w L L W i L 'Sure we'll shake your hands — We won didn't we?' Four Seniors Receive Conference Honors Conference honors: Sheri- 1st team, jackie- 2nd team, Susanne and Pam-Hon. Men. 'Now I want you guys to act like you know what you're doing out there this next set!' Cross Country Dedication Endurance The Cross Country season was once again upon the runners and it was time for hard work and dedication. The first weeks of practice proved to be challenging as the runners ran on country roads—sometimes up to ten miles a day. When they took to the golf course, the members found it was their job to prove themselves as varsity runners. Throughout the season, there were seven distance runners who were on varsity for various meets. When the first meet came around, every member of the team was prepared. The team competed in various meets throughout the season and proved that the Cross Country team was able to withstand the tough competition they were up against. They are looking forward to a good season in 1980-81. Determination and endurance shown during the race. Back row: Phil Reinhardt, Kevin Miesbach, Dave Kettelhake. Middle row: Curt Bartels, John Baum, Mark McDonald, Scott Davis, Tim Horn. Front row: Joe Ossian, Darren Mattheis, Brian Volkmer, Dave Miesbach. Record 3rd Tecumseh Invitational 3rd Fremont Bergan Invitational 2nd Triangular-Falls City, Johnson 5th Geneva Invitational Varsity 1st Geneva Invitational Fr-Soph 7th Falls City Invitational 1st Triangular-Nemaha Valley, Johnson 6th Syracuse Invitational 6th Hebron Invitational 1st Triangular-Douglas, Johnson 4th District Meet Letter winners; Phil Reinhardt, Dave Kettelhake, Mark McDonald, John Baum, Scott Davis, Curt Bartels, Kevin Miesbach, and Darren Mattheis. v £ Are you enjoying yourself, Curt? Even in cold weather, the C.C. guys look forward to the race. Twelve determined and dedicated runners made up the 1979 C.C. squad. The team was led by four seniors. Their experience and leadership was very important in the accomplishments of the year and as an example to the good group of younger runners. The underclassmen proved to be a vital part of this year's season and a very solid basis for future teams. All of the pain of training, the long miles, the blisters and the sacrifice of time and sweat were well worth the accomplishments and competition by each individual and the team. Seniors will never forget all of the times they ran The Boob or the fun and pain of running Agony Hill . Underclassmen will definitely look forward to these two obstacles next year. 79 Showing Their Stuff The 79-80 Tecumseh Wrestling team showed the people that they were for real by putting up more points on the board than any other THS wrestling team. Their best team performance was at the Adams Invite, where they placed fourth with 82 Points, and at districts, where they also had 82 points. Districts at Milford was probably the biggest challenge of the year. There they had to wrestle teams they never met before. Still, they continued to Show Their Stuff, by qualifying four people to State. The wrestlers who qualified for the State tournament were: Dave Thompson, Dan Mattheis, Randy Mason, and Rich Burbridge. At state in Lincoln, one of the four went on to medal. Dan Mattheis, the 112 pounder placed second. Next year's team is losing an important member, Randy Mason, but hope this year's experience and good coaching, will help them out during the 1980-81 season. Ready for action. 80 INDIANS Back Row: Coach Jim Richert, Phil Ullman, Curt Bartels, Dave Thompson Rich Burbridge. Fr. Row: Jamie Thompson, Brian Volkmer, Chris Mason, Dan Mattheis, Randy Mason. Is this right? Tying up the legs. He's pinned already. The dreaded headlock. TEAM PLACEMENT IN MEETS Dorchester Invitational 5th Tri County Invitational 7th Wilbur Invitational 5th Adams Invitational 4th Conference at Wilbur 8th Districts at Milford 7th Fighting Back Trying lo get free. 81 Successful Season For Indians At the beginning of the '79 -'80 season, many people were skeptical about how well the basketball team would perform. Most everyone that followed them were impressed. During the season, the will to win overruled the lack of experience of the team. As the season drew towards a close, the players and fans hoped to achieve a goal: a chance to go to state. Unfortunately they found themselves returning home with a first round loss. The team retired with a hard earned eleven wins and seven loses. The seniors were steady players and showed good leadership throughout the year. Their loss will not be easy to replace. Torch Up For Two! Basketball vs Wrestling Another Brick in the Wall True Grit 82 -l i- - r. Ji Varsity team: Coach Richards, George Schmidt, Casey Tagart, Ted Coach Amos. )ohn Kavanaugh, Bob Stitt, Tim Horn, Ron Hackbart, Evans, Allen Wenzl, Jeff Reynolds, Mark Oestmann, Doug Goracke, Kevin Miesbach, Scott Davis, Dave Kettelhake. HUMBOLDT 53 43 L Wymore 56 66 W Wilbur 54 61 w Rock Port 39 56 w Adams 56 58 w FILLEY 63 31 L Milford 62 50 L PAWNEE CITY 40 45 W TRI-COUNTY 52 64 W FRIEND 40 70 W Sterling 54 68 W SOUTHEAST 52 81 W Falls City 51 46 L CONESTOGA 55 53 L Wymore + 41 40 L SYRACUSE 59 73 W Auburn 58 64 W Pawnee City 54 49 L Home games bold type + Conference at Tecumseh •District at Norris Go Defense! Tim shows his form. 83 J-V Record Wymore 38 58 W Wilbur 29 53 W Adams 41 59 W FILLEY 53 52 L PAWNEE CITY 22 47 W TRI-COUNTY 72 50 L AUBURN (fresh) 43 29 L Sterling 56 70 W Wilbur (fresh) 25 30 W Lewiston (fresh ) 35 42 w Falls City 68 54 L Sterling (fresh ) 42 33 L Syracuse (fresh) 39 19 L CONESTOGA 52 57 W SYRACUSE (fresh) 68 49 L Auburn 66 68 W Adams + 68 62 L Exeter+ 56 67 W Milford + 40 41 W •Lewiston tourney + Wilbur fresh-soph tourney The Junior Varsity also had a successful season with seven wins and four losses. The freshmen and sophomore players participated in the Wilbur Tournament and earned a somewhat dissappointing fifth place standing. Oestmann reaches for the rim. nusiiusnu Jr. Varsity: Don Puchalla, John Kavanaugh, Jim Brinkman, Ron Hackbart, George Schmidt, Ron Fritsch, Bob Watteyne, Scott Davis, Coach Richards. Joe Ossian, Darren Mattheis, Bill Baird, Bob Stitt, Larry Goracke, Dave Miesbach, Steve Krause. Almost a Stuff' Casey received Honorable Mention on the All-Conference team. Doug was chosen to the first team All-Conference team. He was also selected as Honorable Mention for the All-State Class C of the Omaha World Herald. koims kill suit 84 L to R. Front Row: Student Manager Nat Ramsey, Head Coach Roger Hill. Back Row: Lynette Buethe, Brenda Miesbach, Laurie Ramsey, Sue Ramsey, Jackie Schultz, Susanne Scott, Pam Thompson, Chris Laue, Beth Davison, and Angie Ossian. Lady Cagers Strive To Win In 1980 nnmilafi (Was onored with teammate Jackie Schultz being nominated (or Ist-team all-conference. INDIANS KILL SHINE -I A. The season had begun, unfortunately not on a very good note. The girls basketball team went into their season with 10 straight losses which was very disappointing because a few of those games were really close. The girls got their first win of the season against the Johnson- Brock Eagles; a day not soon forgotten. Shortly after their first win, the girls came back to defeat Wymore Southern. Coach Hill was very optimistic about another win against Pawnee City, but the game was cancelled due to icy roads. The girls' third and final win came when they defeated the Sterling Jets. Jackie Schultz was named 1st team all-conference and also the leading scorer on the team with 161 points, followed by Sue Ramsey with 103. Coach Roger Hill basically stayed with the same starters all year long. They consisted of Sue Ramsey, Angie Ossian, Jackie Schultz, Susanne Scott, and Beth Davison. The remainder of the team that saw varsity action were Christy Laue, Brenda Miesbach, Pam Thompson, Lynette Buethe, and Laurie Ramsey. Five seniors, Jackie Schultz, Angie Ossian, Susanne Scott, Pam Thompson, and Lynette Buethe, played their last game for the Tecumseh Indians. The team was a lot better than their 3-12 record showed. In the 12 losses, there were any games that could have gone either way. Future prospects (or the Olympics When you're out on your own, and on your way to fame and fortune, you'll look back on those dear memories of shuttles, free throws, power drills, lay-ups, and defensive stance. Always remember, basketball's fun when you run-n-gun. Don't forget your friendly teammates, and whenever you get into trouble just scootch up a titch. With many mishaps, Problems and dssagreements, trial and error seemed to pull them through with flying colors. As a whole, the team became closely-knit as a result of many forms of criticism and praise. Coach Hill was put through many trials and tribulations during the season. Cooperation, learning to get along with others, and really understanding them, became something to long remember— Thanks Coach. Junior Varsity: L to R. Front Row: S. Smith, R. Koehler, T. Bohling, L. Nickell. Back Row: B. Davison, L. Ramsey, K. Morrissey, B. Miesbach, C. Laue, Coach Cibreal. Ella, up, up, and away Coach told me not to give you the ball 86 We can always share T-Town shooting prowess Need any help Dave? On your mark, get set, go! Trial and Error Was A Teacher To Many For 1979-80 Season Dec. 6 Tri-County H Loss 22-40 7 Humboldt H Loss 16-22 13 Wilber-Cla. H Loss 45-48 18 Conestoga H Loss 35-61 21 Rock Port A Loss 18-44 Jan. 3 Syracuse H Loss 27-44 10 Auburn A Loss 49-50 11 Milford A Loss 26-63 14 Adams A Loss 30-51 17 Johnson- Br. A Win 41-37 25 Friend H Loss 40-44 31 Southern A Win 46-42 Feb. 1 Southeast H Loss 32-43 12 Sterling A Win 38-25 14 Pawnee A Cancelled 87 First row, D. Johnson, J. Steinauer, J. Brinkman, K. Mitchel, M. Campbell, J. Reynolds, T. Evans, Coach Larry Anderson. Krause, J. Rauner, Back row, M. Rauner, B. Lade, T. Putman, J. Spring Brings A Promising Recompense Season The arrival of spring started the season for the Tecumseh High School Golf team. As soon as the snow was gone, the team was on the course ready to go. The season started with a duel against Wymore Southern, they came away with a easy win witn a 23 stroke advantage over Southern. The next meet was a duel which they lost to Syracuse by only 4 strokes. Palmyra, Southeast, and Tri County were easy wins. The team letterman were Jon Campbell with a 43.6 (nine hole average), Bruce Lade 45.5, Mike Rauner 45.8, Ted Evans 47.2, Tim Putman 49.5 Over all the team brought home 6 metals for the year. Who said golf isn't strenuous? Jon Putts with ease. 88 Southern ....... Won (191-214) Syracuse Lost (179-175 Palmft Won (186-200) SoutneasO vj ??. Won (179-253) Palmyra 11T.... Wpn (175-203) Tri-County ...v. Won (173-190) Geneva Inv. ... 7th place out of 13 Tri-County � Inv.......... 7th place out of 14 Southern Inv. ... 2rfd place out of 10 Palmyra Inv..... 5rd oMe out of 7 Conference ..... 'Uh place out of 7 District ....... thjaj e out of 11 Determination! Wheres the ball?? For all the money? Is this right coach? Hope I find that one. 89 THS trackmembers front row left to right: D. Puchalla, B. Stitt, M. Oestmann, K. Miesbach, T. Horn, D. Kettelhake, Danny Mattheis, McDonald, J. Baum, Darren Mattheis, S. Davis, D. Miesbach, B. C. Tagert. B. Watteyne, Coach Amos. Not pictured, P. Reinhardt, Volkmer, B. Baird, S. Manager, S. Scott. Back row: Coach Hill, M. M. Lempke, C. Kerner, and A. Wenzl. Tracksters Run It Out The Tecumseh boys' track team ran through another season with 20 members out. The team consisted of 8 Seniors, 2 Juniors, 5 Sophomores, 5 Freshmen, Student Manager, Susanne Scott. Tracksters were coached by Jim Amos and Roger Hill. The team had their ups and downs and each member faced the problems of injuries and the weather. The seniors participating in the winnings were Casey Tagart, pole vault, Phil Reinhardt 3200 and 1600 meter run, Mark Oestmann 400 meter run, Mike Lempke and David Kettelhake 800 meter run. Greg Kerner sprints, and Kevin Miesbach in the triple jump and discuss. Danny Mattheis and Allen Wenzl were the juniors participating. Danny was injured through the first part of the season but came Kevin qualified for state in the long jump and triple jump. You can let go now Casey! r 90 Tecumseh runners take the lead. We did the best we could!! back to run in Conference and District meets. Sophomore standouts were Bob Stitt in the sprints and Don Puchalla in relays and pole vault. Freshmen runners were Darren Mattheis 3200 meter run, Bill Baird 800 meter and Bob Watteyne, in the shot and discuss. The runners did exceptionally well on the THS track by winning both triangulars. Over with ease. Hang on Bob. Bob throws for first Practice makes perfect! Dave strides to the pit Open your eyes, Bren!! Aren't those the famous track stars from Tecumseh?! 92 Those silly girls!!! Back row: Laurie Ramsey, Julie Sherman, Christy Laue. Middle row: Teresa Bohling, Kate Morrissey, Susie Davis, Brenda Miesbach, Janet Phillips. Bottom row: Sheri Davis, Pam Thompson. Not Pictured: Renae Koehler, Mary Schmidt, Student Manager, Lynette Buethe, Coach Lohmeier, and Coach Gibreal. Team Never Loses Spirit Due to the late snows and rain, it was almost impossible for the 12 member team to run on the track. But Head Coach Teresa Gibreal and Asst. Coach Barb Lohmeier worked the team trying to shape up flabby muscles. When things finally started falling into place, injuries began to plague the team. This cut the tiny team even smaller. But still these girls did not give up. Even though at times they didn't do as well as expected, their spirits were high. After grueling weeks of practice, the team held their 1st annual White Gravel Relays . Tecumseh placed first in every event! Conference was then upon the Indians. Brenda Miesbach reached the semi-finals of the 200 m. dash and Pam Thompson placed 4th in the discus. Districts were held at Utica-Centennial. Since the van was an I1 2 early, the team was given a scenic tour of the city courtesty of Sheri and Susie Davis. The team faired fairly well with 3 tracksters placing: Pam-5th in discus, Julie-6th in shot, and Kate-6th in 3200 m. run. Despite the size and injuries, the team did their best and should be commended for their efforts. Sunbathing Girls???? Janet comes in for a landing Did you see that throw?! Who does your hair, Sher? Keep on Truck'n, Sus. s Does your side hurt, Bren? 94 Faculty and Administration nineteen eighty nineteen eighty nineteen eighty nineteen eighty nineteen eighty nineteen eighty nineteen eighty nineteen eighty F.R. I. to R. Eunice Parrish, library; Vic Balderson, Speech Drama; Teresa Cibreal, P.E. Typing; Janet Richert, Special Ed.; Colleen Vanzago, Resource Teacher; Marcee Muller, Math; Barb Hill, Eng Journalism; Marilyn Hesman, Hm. Ec.; Dawn lammle. Art; Jeannete Palmer, Spanish Eng.; B.R Richard Davis, Band Chorus; Ted Harshbarger, Bus Ed.; Richard Hildreth, Guidance; Adrian Falgione, Auto Mec Welding; Mark Newman, Math; Virgil Blumehorst, Social Studies; Larry Anderson, History; George Weiss, Science; Roger Hill, P.E.; Dennis Wittmann, Principal; Jim Amos, Science; Rich Richards, Shop; Leroy Loew, Bus Ed. Afflatus 1 Afflatus 1 is the only way to describe the 1979-80 teachers. Afflatus is a Latin word meaning knowledgeable, powerful, or inspirational. Besides their regular teaching duties, the afflatus 1 team does extra curricular duties such as Cross Country, boys basketball, girls basketball, golf, school plays, class sponsors, FHA, football, girls and boys track, Art club, annual staff, junior high activities, FBLA, pep club, Y-teens, field trips, ecology club, media club, industrial arts, volleyball, selling of activity tickets and even lunch duty!! People like to put down the Afflatus team, but with all the student antics they have to put up with I think this years Afflatus 1 team deserves a round of applause for a job well done. To tell the truth . . . Telling it like it is. 96 Chow Time! Mrs. Hill enjoys talking with students. Out of the red into the black. 97 Mr. Newman loves his math Whats this? Sleeping on the job? The Pause that Refreshes All right guys, this is how its going to be. Industrial Arts is my game — R. Richards Extra HELP for everyone. 98 Mrs. Kerr, Superintendent's Secretary — busy as usual Behind The Scenes There is one group of people we often forget about, but if they didn't do their jobs our school would be in pretty bad shape. These people work “behind the scenes . Next time you complain about the food, think how hard it is to prepare a nutritious meal that over 200 students will like. Also, think about the janitors and how many times they have cleaned up after all of us (sunflower seeds in the water fountains, gum wrappers in the halls, and food in the cafeteria). Then, consider how many times a bus driver has taken you to and from school, think of all those noisy kids they put up with. Need we be reminded of all the paper work the secretaries do? So let's let them know their work is appreciated and please keep up the good work staff! Mrs. Mooney, Principal's Secretary — and her make-up slips L. Wilken, E. Johns, D. Coracke, L. Murphy, P. Vance And we'll never forget Otto Finke. M. Kuhl, S. Sapp, D. Werman, C. Hutt, O. Rinne, I. Krontz C. Peters, B. Lempka, J. Vance, C. Newkirk — Bus Drivers 99 Kenneth Grove, Leroy Bohling, Genen Mason, Beverly Ramsey, Steve Johnson, Ted Evans, President of Board Adm Sets New Goals The Board of Education and Administration could be called the back bone of the school system. The individuals give up a lot of time working to keep our school system running smoothly. The Principal and Superintendent's job entitles long hard hours of hard work trying to set up a curriculum that benefits the students. The Board of Education spent many hours at the school debating various issues throughout the year. The Board agreed on trying some new things with the Senior class. Open campus and work permits on a trial basis proved to be successful. They tried making school a more comfortable place for all students. Superintendent Dr. James Ossian Principal Dennis Wittmann 100 Advertisements Building For The Future J A 1 wr m MOflAl OI OSlT INSw-OANCI C0� � 0 A i0S H « 4 Johnson County Bank 102 Hartmans Cattle Company 103 Brinkman's Inc. We Specialize in Service Chevrolet Pontiac John Deere Buick Oldsmobile Don Mike Tecumseh, Nebraska Ramsey's Dry Goods Owners: Wilbur and Beverly Ramsey Tecumseh, Nebraska 335-4065 Ramsey Milk Co. 5 Distributor ' Meadow Gold Dairy Products Go Indians Home Delivery Phone 335-2785 Wilbur Ramsey Look To New Horizons Plan For The Future Today And Guarantee Those Plans By Saving At Tecumseh Building Loan Association Office Hours 160 N. Fourth Street FSLIC Monday — Friday Tecumseh, Nebraska The Tecumseh Chieftain Duane and Alice Kunzman Since Phone 335-3394 Tecumseh, Nebraska Discover Ben Franklin Charlie's IGA Top quality meats, produce, dairy and canned goods. We bring Variety To Life! 340 Broadway 335-2872 In store bakery goods. See Us For The Best Chief Rexall Drug and The Hallmark Store Tecumseh, Nebr. Phone 335-3375 Ed's Standard Service Ed Laue Prop. Phone 335 3019 Atlas Greasing Tires, Tubes Accessories Batteries Tire Repair Tecumseh, Nebraska 106 FORD MERCURY Ford - Mercury Sales - Service Randy Wilson Cliff FIELDS FORD -MERCURY INC- Gorton Motel V Hiway 136 West Tecumseh, Nebr. (402) 335-3794 Owner - Mgr. John Kathy Paden 235 Clay St. TECUMSEH, NEBRASKA 68450 Telephone 335-3365 107 Hasselbalch Pharmacy Tecumseh, Nebraska 143 S. Third Street 335-3303 Backing The Indians Hutt Oil Co Sinclair Service Goodyear Tires 408 Clay Street 335-3565 Congratulations to The Class of 1980 from Helen's Restaurant and Helen's Fashion Flair Serving Tecumseh with fine food and hair styling. You Are Invited. . . ... To see all our beautiful new fashions. We’ve selected the loveliest styles and colors in today's fabulous fabrics. Do come in soon while selection is at its best. See you soon! We'd like to thank you for your past business. We would welcome the opportunity of serving you again. Women's and Children's Ready to Wear North Side of Square Tecumseh, Nebr. Ida Mae Style Shop 108 We welcome this years graduates to the Decade of the 80's and success in your chosen field. r ri 1 H w 1 — I 111 V Insurance Services Inc. Johnson County Bank Largest Selection of Frozen Foods, Meats and Groceries In Johnson County Stewart's Jack n' Jill Larry's O.K. Tire Store Larry Thies, Owner we're the other guys Hwy 50 and Clay St. Dale Mason Construction Route 2, Tecumseh land shaping terraces waterways Phone 335-2882 335-2405 Tecumseh, Nebraska 109 Congratulations to the 1978-1979-1980 Seniors who played on the State Runner-up Baseball team sponsored by Harvey McAlexander Putt's 66 Service Hwy's 50 and Hwy 136 Tecumseh, Nebraska NABER ROCK GRAVEL Phone 335-3344 -Dirt Backhoe Fill Sand 749 Lincoln Street Tecumseh, NE 68450 LARRY NABER, OWNER Richards Photography 621 East Court-Beatrice, NE For the Finest Senior Photography in Southeast Nebraska A Free Sitting To The Family of Each Senior We Photograph Call for your appointment (402) 228-2311 110 Good Friends, Good Times, Good Food Shared here Rock Inn 335-9907 Congratulations 1980 Grads For Men and Boys Sawyer Clothing, Inc. 155 South Third Tecumseh, NE 68450 SEARCEY GRAIN CO. PURINA FEEDS SERVICES DRY LIQUID FERTILIZER ANHYDROUS AMMONIA CUSTOM APPLICATION Phone 335-3351 of service is Happiness Charles A. Hass, Administrator 111 Flowers Tecumseh Floral, Gifts Appliances LaVere Doty Phone 335-3318 Tecumseh, Nebraska Phone 335-2745 Tecumseh Furniture Tecumseh Livestock Market Inc. Highways 50 and 136 Complete Home Furnishings RCA — Whirlpool — Amana Sylvania — Kelvinator — Tappan 'Where the ring is the scale.' Cattle and Hog Auctions Butcher Hog Sale 12:30 p.m. Mondays Where Southeast Nebraska Saves” Stock Hog Sale and Cattle Sale 10:00 a.m. Saturdays Henry Carpenter Tecumseh, Nebraska 112 Tecumseh Lockers Corn Fed Beef— Quarters and Halves Custom Slaughtering and Processing Ph. 335-3336 Tecumseh, Nebr. Wherry Brothers Mortuary 202 N. 3rd Street Tecumseh, Nebraska Duane Krause Phone 335-2921 WRIGHT-WAY HTG. AIR COND. Air Conditioning SERVICE ROD WRIGHT BUS. 335-3187 TECUMSEH, NEBRASKA 68450 RES. 335-2390 113 PATRONS FOR THE 1980 TOMAHAWK Ace Cafe B. J.'s Tavern Baird Cleaners Baum Cattle Bicknell Implement Co. Bray's Garage Campbell Oil Company Chittenden's Hardware Doty's Feed and Produce Finn and Finn, Attorneys Frank's Bottle Shop Fricke Farm Implement Gail's Beauty Shop Gartner Construction Company H R Block Hilltop Cafe Ike's Farm Service LeRoy Jones Insurance M M Supply Maverick Media Inc. Mel's Repair Shop Mode O'Day Morrissey and Morrissey Philip F. Nestor and Steven J. Mercure Parrish Grocery Production Credit Association Ray's NAPA Auto Supplies Roger's Body Shop Sears Shear Magic Beauty Salon Shepman's Slick's Auto Parts Stephen's Body Shop Sullivan Lumber Company Tecumseh Country Club Tecumseh Machines Tecumseh Transfer Tecumseh Veteran's Club Tex's Sanitation Service Viv's Beauty Shop Volkmer Insurance Dr. Todd R Wellensiek Wheeler's mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MABCEUNK. MISSOl'HI. UAA. mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY .