Tuscola High School - Tuscolian Yearbook (Tuscola, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1986 volume:

TUSCOLIAN 1986 Tuscola High School 500 S. Prairie St. Tuscola, IL 61953 Volume LXVI TABLE OF CONTENTS CLASSES... 33 ATHLETICS... 87 2 ACTIVITIES... 3 CLUBS... 51 FACULTY ... 107 SENIORS. . . 17 ACTIVITIES 3 HOMECOMING PARADE FEATURES FIRST GRAND MARSHAL Mrs. Kleiss was the first Grand Marshal for a TCHS Homecoming parade. HANo t M UP TO DIE WARRIORSf Hanging up the Mustangs was the theme of the FHA float. Football Players and cheerleaders greet onlookers. 'JRY RUSTIC Latin Club won first place for club floats. 4 Kendra Eskridge joins homecoming festivities on Nerd Day. Pompon girls poised for perfection. Heidi Hettinger looks for criminals on Career Day. The class of '88 won first place for the second year in a row. The hard work of the Seniors paid off with Second place. 5 Jody Winn and Michelle Beeson interrupted during float building activities. Juniors boast their entry, Mash ’Em. Freshman class displays a formidable first effort with Brand the Mustangs. Plow ’Em Under epitomized the spirit of FFA. Mike Manzella and Sandy Kohlbecker pause for a photograph. King Bumper Ferguson and Queen Jaci Meyer take the floor for the first dance as Homecoming Royalty. 6 1985-86 Homecoming Court in an informal moment’ Pregame excitement captured at the bonfire. The week of Homecoming proved to be fun-filled and exciting with many students participating in the dress-up days and various activities. On Monday, September 16th, the festivities began with Team Day. Uniforms ranged from lllini to the Cardinals. Tuesday was Nerd day. Wednesday followed with 60’s day. There were quite a few hippies roaming the hails that day. On Thursday students dressed according to different occupations celebrating Career Day. Friday ended the week with Black and Gold Day and Hat Day. When students were not planning the next day’s costume, they worked laboriously on class floats. The winners of the float competition were the sophomore float in first place with “Shake, Rattle, and Roll the Mustangs, and the Senior class in second place with “Turn on the Steam.” Latin club earned first place in the club category with “Bury the Mustangs.” The excitement of the week mounted at the expectation of a challenging game and the anticipation of the climatic coronation ceremony and dance. Following the game Jaci Meyer and Bumper Ferguson were named as Homecoming Queen and King. Immediately after coronation students danced to music provided by Master Blaster, a Disc jockey. Homecoming this year continued the traditions and fun of previous years with the first time addition of a parade marshal. 7 Football players and escorts eagerly await their entrance. TCHS VARIETY SHOW MAKES EXCITEMENT Pom-pon girls do their routine to Wham Rap. The TCHS Variety Show bore the theme ‘‘We Make Excitement . The students lived up to this and showed the town what they could do. Many students brought several acts to the show. It was tough for judges Miss Cox, Mrs. Chappell, Mrs. Kleiss, and Mr. Voyles to decide which acts were the very best. The show started off with ‘‘Cooking with Kal . This was a cooking show for all those peanut butter lovers in the wild west. Also, in the comedy spot was an impersonation of Edith Ann. For something completely different, there was a skit from Monty Python’s Flying Circus, which tickled the crowd’s funny bone. Music was not forgotten. The students were proud to show off their many musical talents. The crowd enjoyed the many acts from ensembles to a piano solo. The show was a success. Mr. McGlynn, the faculty advisor, was pleased with everyone’s effort. The hours of practice by each act was appreciated by two sold out performances. The community had many good things to say about it and is eager for the next one. The Show Choir opens with the song Neutron Dance. Jaci Meyer and Sean Madison act out a confrontation between Mr. Voyles and Mrs. Kleiss. to introduce the next act. 8 Edith Ann is a name that should be remembered according to Melissa Yoars. The cheerleaders perform a routine to the theme of Peter Gunn. Students involved, in order of appearance, were Sean Madison, Rob Bennett, Centerstage, Sarah Murray, Frank Kalmar, Bumper Ferguson, Michelle Beeson, Mike Bauer, TCHS Pom-pon squad, Jeff Thompson, Scott Hines, Heidi Huber, Mary Hance, Chuck White, Jaci Meyer, Juna Ottolini, Buffy Hahn, Tiffney Stone, Jeff Cleland, Dan Duhamell. Mike Manzella. TCHS Cheerleaders, Julie Hausmann, Jody Winn, Mike Melanson, Tricia Bean, Melissa Yoars, Tracy Bierman, Ron Winn, Mark Zahm, Tyrome Mingo, Scott Kibler, Cindy Lohr, Stefanie Hutson, Jami Lamb, Joy Hack and Tracy Bowen. Jeff Cleland, Dan Duhamell, Mike Manzella, and Jeff Thompson provide a bit of amusement with their skit from Monty Python’s Flying Circus. Sarah Murray acts out her father with Sean Madison as Mr. Voyles. The entire cast appears for their curtain call. 9 GREASE IS MOST SUCCESSFUL PLAY YET Eugene clings frantically to his books. Rizzo pokes fun at Sandy in Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee.' A stunned Danny takes in every chord of Sandy's All Choked Up.” Tough guy Kenickie brags about his blind date for the dance while Rizzo ignores him intensely. Jan helplessly succumbs to Roger's charm. 10 Doody gushes over “Those Magic Changes'' with Danny and Roger Marty swoons over the idea of her name on Sonny’s new Impala. Frenchy and Doody in “We Go Together.” Italian Swiss Colony. Wow, it's imported!” exclaims Jan of the party wine. Frenchy. the “Beauty School Dropout.” wistfully laments her predicament. GREASE, the 1986 spring musical, was by far the largest, most costly, and most successful of any of TCHS's drama endeavors. The first show to be featured in the 650-seat North Ward auditorium in recent times, it was seen by almost two thousand people. In addition, the musical numbers featured a four-piece ensemble, including a guitar and drums. Over seventy-five people were involved in this massive production. The story concerns a tough group of girls (the Pink Ladies) and an even tougher gang of hoodlums (the T-Birds). The leader of the T-Birds, Danny Zuko (Chuck White) returns to Rydell High School after a blissful summer during which he meets Sandy (Mary Hance), a naive, straight-laced sweetie. Danny’s second-in-command, Kenickie (Rob Bennett) is attracted to the tough leader of the Pink Ladies, Rizzo (Heidi Huber). He is attracted just as much to cars, however, as he sings the praises of Greased Lightnin .” Sonny (Frank Kalmar) is a real lady-killer (or so he thinks) who can never avoid Miss Lynch (Buffy Hahn), his nemesis. Marty (Tracy Bowen), the beauty, sings across the miles to Freddy, My Love.” Roger and Jan (Scott Hines and Darla Pickett) are two characters who are obviously in love, but hilariously play around each other. Frenchy (Jennifer Bennett), the most good-natured of the pack, i$ Doody's love interest. Together, she and Doody (Mike Melanson) provide the most uncertain of the romances, as their mutual shyness often gets in the way. Everyone's favorite class valedictorian, Eugene Florczyk (Sean Madison) makes several appearances as the bespectacled, bumbling nerd. He provides much of the hysterical comic relief along with Patty Simcox (Loralee Smith). After many conflicts, the show is resolved in the Burger Palace, with Danny and Sandy solving their problem, and thus uniting their class once again. With the finale being “We Go Together,” this becomes quite evident. This musical represents the single largest undertaking of the drama and music departments. Although it is impossible to list all those deserving credit, very little could have been accomplished without the cast, crew, band, and faculty all pulling together. Deserving of extra special laudation is director Tim McGlynn. At the helm of his fifth production, he has honed his skills finely. The school and community look to TCHS for more exceptional entertainment in the future. 11 PROM-GOERS ENJOY THE RAVE Julie Hausmann shares a romantic dance with her date. Hrom court, (L to H): Sarah Murray, Lisa Alexander, Junior Attendants; Mary Hance, Jaci Meyer. Heidi Huber, Katrina Ross. Queen Candidates; Queen Darla Pickett; King Scott Hines; Matt McCarty, Wade Wilcox, Kelly Williams, Ted Ferguson, King candidates; Brad Heinz, and Drew Hoel, Junior Attendants. The banquet was presided over by the junior and senior class officers. 12 Sarah Murray and Deke Cothron vote for King and Queen. The 1986 King and Queen reigned enthusiastically over the Prom. The Rave entertained appreciative prom-goers. Prom-goers feasted on a ham dinner while enjoying stimulating dinner conversation prior to the dance. Class officers and their dates take a break from dinner. The junior class provided a very enjoyable Prom night on May 17 at E.I.U. The theme of the 1986 prom was “This Could Be the Night. Many of the couples attended the banquet preceding the dance in the Grand Ball Room while others chose to go dine elsewhere. The band “The Rave entertained the couples at the dance. The band was well-liked as they played until 11:30. During the dance, Scott Hines and Darla Pickett were named Prom King and Queen. After coronation Mike Manzella presented the class will to those in attendance. The next day’s rain did not dampen the spirits of the prom-goers as they continued to celebrate. Most would agree that the 1986 Prom was a success. 13 7th ANNUAL INDUSTRIAL ARTS SHOW This classic walnut grandfather clock was made by Mike Manzella, a four year I.A. student. In her first semester of I.A., Shelly Short designed this pair of oak end tables. Mark Zahm, a second year student, made these pecan nightstands. First year student Koby Williams built this walnut nightstand. 14 In his fourth year, Mark Pankau showed pride in his oak king-size waterbed. With a combined total of four and one half years in I.A., Mike Manzella and Cindy Lohr designed this walnut hope chest. As a fourth year student, Tom Doud constructed this oak dining table. This oak king-size waterbed was built by Kelly Williams, a third year student. 15 ART SHOW 1986 Art II student Lori Carroll's scratchboard cat illustrates her award-winning talent. Mary Smith’s unusual portrait was an excellent example of the talent of TCHS students. fflafu H ncc, Aft EL SilkicrttJi - . m__• ‘The Boss’’ was a silkscreen portrait created by Art III student Mary Hance. Julie Clark’s penguin sculpture was a popular item at the art show. 16 17 MICHAEL THOMAS BAUER Mike” Band 1,2,3, 4; Latin Club 1; Science Club 1,2; T-Club 1,2, 3, 4; Basketball 1,2,4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 4; Play Cast 3, 4; Play Crew 4; Athletic Trainer 3, 4. JENNIFER ELLEN BENNETT Jennifer” Band 1,2,3, 4; Choir 1,2, 3, 4; Centerstage 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1,2,3, 4; Latin Club 1,2,4; Science Club 3; Yearbook Staff 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 1,2, 3, 4; Play Crew 1,2,3, 4; Sch. Bowl 3,4; Class Officer 4. THOMAS ANTHONY DILTS “Tom” FFA 1,2,3,4; T-Club 1,2,3,4; Track 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Baseball 2,4. THOMAS VINCENT DOUD Tom” FFA 2. ROBERT MAXWELL BENNETT Rob” Band 1,2,3, 4; Choir 1,2,3, 4; Centerstage 1,2,3, 4; Thespians 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 1,2,3, 4; Yearbook Staff 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 1,2,3, 4; Play Crew 1,2,3,4; Sch. Bowl 2,3, 4. CHERI LYNN CAIN “Cheri” FHA 1. JEFFREY MATTHEW CLELAND Jeff Band 1, 2; T-Club 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1. 2, 3; Basketball Statistician 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 4. SHERRY LYNN CRAWFORD Sherry” FHA 1,2. DANIEL WAYNE DUHAMELL '•Dan” Band 1,2,3, 4; Spanish Club 1,2, 4; Science Club 4; T-Club 3, 4; Basketball 1,2; Basketball Statistician 4; Football 1,2, 4; Football Manager 3; Baseball Statistician 3, 4; Play Cast 4; Yearbook Staff 2,3,4; Sch. Bowl 2,3, 4. EARL EDWARD FERGUSON III Bumper” Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 2, 3, 4; T-Club 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 1, 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 4; NHS 3, 4; Class Officer 1. SCOTT ANTHONY GARCIA “Scott” FFA 2; T-Club 4; Football 1; Baseball 3,4. ROBERT EDWARD GENTRY, JR. Rob” Thespians 3, 4; Science Club 3, 4; Football 1; Yearbook Staff 1,2,3,4; Play Crew 1,2,3,4. ROSS ERIK GIRE Ross” Choir 1,2,3; Centerstage 3; Play Cast 2, 3, 4. BUFFY DEE HAHN Buff” Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Centerstage 2, 3, 4; Thespians 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 1,2, 3, 4; Play Crew 3; NHS 3, 4. MARY IRENE HANCE Mary” Band 1,2,3, 4; Choir 1,2,3,4; Centerstage 1,2, 3,4; Thespians 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1; Art Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 2, 3; Cheerleader 4; Play Cast 1,2,3, 4; Play Crew 2; Sch. Bowl 2; NHS 3, 4, Drum Major 2, 3, 4; Class Officer 1, 2,3. JULIE RENEE HARRIS “Julie” Band 1; Choir 1, 2, 3; Centerstage 3; Thespians 3. 4; Spanish Club 1, 2; Pom Pon 3; Play Cast 1, 2, 3, 4; Play Crew 1,2,3,4. 19 LISA LE'ANNE HEINZ Lisa” FHA 1,2; French Club 1; Art Club 1; Basketball 1,2. SCOTT ALAN HINES Scott Band 1,2,3, 4; Choir 1,2,3, 4; Centerstage 1,2, 3, 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4; Thespians 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 2; Track 1, 4; Play Cast 2, 3, 4; Play Crew 2, 3,4; Sch. Bowl 3; Class Officer 1. HEIDI KATHERINE HUBER Heidi” Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Centerstage 1, 2, 3, 4; Thespians 3, 4; Spanish Club 1,2,3, 4; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 1, 2, 3,4; Play Crew 2, 3; Class Officer 2. FRANK ROBERT KALMAR ‘‘Frank Band 1; Student Council 1; Latin Club 1, 2; Science Club 1, 3, 4; T-Club 2, 3, 4; Track 1,3; Basketball 1,2,3, 4; Football 1,2,3, 4; Baseball 2,4; Play Cast 3,4: Sch. Bowl 3. PARRISH LEE KAPPES “Parrish FFA1.2,3; Band 1,2,3,4. JOHN ANDERSON KINGERY Andy” TODD MICHAEL KLEISS Todd” Football 2,3,4; T-Club 3. SANDRA JEAN KOHLBECKER Sandy Band 1; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Track 1,2; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; T-Club 1,2,3, 4; NHS 3, 4. 20 ANGELA KAY LINDSEY Angie” CYNTHIA ANN LOHR “Cindy” FHA 1; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Thespians 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2; Yearbook Staff 2, 3, 4; Pom Pon 2, 3, 4; Play Cast 2, 3, 4; Play Crew 1,2. DANIEL ALBERT MAGEE Dan” Basketball 2,3, 4. MICHAEL JOSEPH MANZELLA Mike” Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; T-Club 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Football 4; Baseball 2, 3,4. MARK LEON MARTIN Mark Choir 1; Football 1. MATTHEW CARLSON McCARTY Matt” Student Council 1; Latin Club 1, 2; T-Club 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 3; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2. 4; Baseball 1, 2,3,4. MICHAEL JOHN MELANSON Mike” Band 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Centerstage 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4; Thespians 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Art Club 1,2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 2,3,4; Play Cast 1,2,3.4; Play Crew 2,3, 4; Sch. Bowl 3; NHS 3,4. JACILYN MARY MEYER “Jaci Band 1; Student Council 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Basketball 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 2, 3. 4; T-Club 2, 3, 4; Pom Pon 1; Play Cast 4; NHS 3,4; Class Officer 3. 21 BRIAN SCOTT MORAN ‘‘Brian” FFA i. MARK ANDREW PANKAU Mark” Cross Country 1,2. SHERRY ANN PAYNE “Sherry” Band 1, 2, 3; Spanish Club 3; Art Club 2; Basketball 2; Volleyball 2. EDWARD PAUL PHILLIPS Ed” FFA 2. 4; T-Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1; Football 1. 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4. DARLA KAY PICKETT Darla Band 1; Choir 1,2,3; Centerstage 1,2,3; Student Council 1; Latin Club 1,4; Cheerleader 2, 3; Play Cast 1, 2, 3, 4; Play Crew 2. ANNALISA PUTTOFF Annalisa” Choir 2; Play Cast 2. DANA LYNN RANEY Dana” FHA 1,2; Spanish Club 2. KIMARA LYNN RAY Kim” Band 1; Basketball 2; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; T-Club 1,2,3,4. 22 DEBORAH JOY REASOR Debbie’’ FHA 1,2, 3; Basketball 1; Speech Club 3. KATRINA MARIE ROSS Katrina” Speech Club 3; Band 1; Choir 1,2, 3. 4; Centerstage 1,2,3, 4; Thespians 3, 4; Latin Club 1,2, 3, 4; Science Club 1,3, 4; Cheerleader 2, 3; Play Cast 1, 2, 3, 4; Play Crew 3, 4; Sch. Bowl 3, 4; NHS 3,4; Class Officer 2,3,4. MARY JO RYAN ‘Mary Jo Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Thespians 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2; Play Cast 1,2; Play Crew 1,2,3, 4. WILLIAM BRADLEY STEPHENS ' Brad” SHANE EUGENE STREET “Shane JEFFREY ALLEN THOMPSON “Jeff Band 1,2, 3, 4; Latin Club 1,2,4; Science Club 4; Basketball 3; Basketball Statistician 4; Baseball 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 2, 3,4; Play Cast 4; Sch. Bowl 2,3,4; Class Officer 4. STEPHEN LYNN Von LANKEN Steve FFA 2. MICHELLE LEA WADDELL Shelly FHA 1,4; Spanish Club 2,3, 4; Play Cast 4; Play Crew 4. 23 CHARLES THOMAS WHITE Chuck’’ Choir 1,2,3, 4; Centerstage 1,2, 3, 4; Student Council 1,2; Thespians 3; Yearbook Staff 1, 2, 3; Wrestling 1, 2, 3; Play Cast 1,2,3, 4. JAMES WADE WILCOX Wade’’ Spanish Club 3, 4; T-Club 1,2, 3, 4; Cross Country 3; Track 1; Basketball 1,2,3, 4; Football 1,2, 4; Baseball 2,3, 4. KELLY STEVEN WILLIAMS Kelly T-Club 4: Football 1,4. LAURIE RANELL WILSON Laurie FHA 1,2. RONALD JOSEPH WINN Ron” FFA 2; Student Council 4; T-Club 2,3, 4; Track 1,2; Football 1,2,3, 4; Baseball 4. SCOTT WILLIS WINN Scott Student Council 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 4; Yearbook Staff 2, 3; Play Crew 1; Class Officer 1,2, 3. DONALD THOMAS WIRTH Don- Band 1,2; Track 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2,3. MELISSA ANNE YOARS Melissa” Band 1; Spanish Club 1,2, 3; Science Club 3; Pom Pon 2, 3; Cheerleader 4; Play Cast 1,3, 4; Class Officer 4. 24 Top Row (L to R): Mike Melanson, Scott Winn, Mike Bauer. Middle Row: Sherry Payne, Rob Bennett, Ron Winn. Bottom Row: Katrina Ross, Julie Harris. iAava 'AVM 9N01 V 3W0) JA.flOA 92 Top Row (L to R): Jennifer Bennett, Dan Magee, Mark Pankau. Middle Row: Rob Gentry, Melissa Yoars, Buffy Hahn. Bottom Row: Jaci Meyer, Steve Von Lanken, Annalisa Puttoff. Top Row (L to R): Angie Lindsey, Mary Hance, Shelly Waddell, Don Wirth. Middle Row: Jeff Cleland, Mike Manzella, Cindy Lohr. Bottom Row: Sherry Crawford, Mary Jo Ryan, Lisa Heinz. SENIOR CLASS FAVORITES As best dressed, Mike Melanson and Heidi Huber show off their new spring fashions. Jeff Cleland and Darla Pickett, most humorous, have explosive personalities. Most intellectual, Jeff Thompson and Sherry Crawford, are lost in their higher math class. Sandy Kohlbecker, most athletic girl, shows her might by lifting most athletic boy. Matt McCarty. 28 Ron Winn and Jaci Meyer, most flirtatious, turn on their charm in the Most, unpredictable. Michelle Waddell and Scott Winn, tub. are caught trying to crack the safe. Bumper Ferguson and Katrina Ross, most likely to sue- Most musical, Scott Hines and Mary Hance make beautiful music ceed, practice their future plans in life. together. 29 TCHS CELEBRATES 112th COMMENCEMENT i ne class of 1986 was presented to family and friends on June 3,1986. Rev. Doug Meyer addressed the senior class with the message, “This is the day that the Lord hath made ...” Dan Magee received the Deb Young award from Decatur Vocational Center which has been given to a TCHS student for the last two years. 30 As class representative, Scott Hines took a glance at the past four years. One major point emphasized was that the class float placed second every year. Senior choral members performed The Greatest Love of All as their final selection. These seniors were named Illinois State Scholars according to their ACT scores. Mr. Voyles bade farewell to the graduates of 1986. Co-Valedictorian, Frank Kalmar, spoke about treating others as you would like to be treated. Bumper Ferguson, Co-Valedictorian, encouraged his classmates to work hard to achieve future goals. 31 Seniors enjoy float-building. Scott Winn and Bumper Ferguson make the most of their study hall. ‘Chef” Yoars and ’ Sister Huber listen as their friendly neighborhood Plumber Hance explains the finer points of plunging. Heidi Huber dresses as a hippie on 60s day. 32 CLASSES 33 Brett Adkisson Lisa Alexander Marne Babcock Dina Barnes Michelle Beeson Tracy Bierman Carrie Bosch Tracy Bowen Dennis Boyce Greg Boyce Mike Boyer Jim Brookins Mary Brookins Todd Burris Amir Charehsazan Mike Clapper Fritz Cross Phil Dickens Rhonda Earl Jodi Emrick Kris Frederick Scott Gower Susan Greger Julie Hausmann Brian Hayes Brad Heinz Tammy Henson Stephanie Higgins Shelly Hill Laura Hines JUNIORS PRESENT THIS COULD BE THE NIGHT 34 Linda Hines Drew Hoel Kelly Huser Angi Kerns Scott Kibler Doug Kimball Sean Kyle Jeanna Leamon Toni Martin Brad Mathias Rob Middleton Tyrome Mingo Ed Moseley Sarah Murray Julie Nayonis Falguni Patel Michelle Pierce Matt Porter Rachel Purcell Kristin Ray Stacy Schultz Lisa Shackley Shelly Short Doug Sievers Mary Smith Tisha Snyder Dara Stenger Darla Stinson Angie Taylor Erica Thomas Chuck Tidwell Paul Toth Curt Von Lanken Debbie Wax LuAnn Weatherford 35 Tracy Bowen and Toni Martin aid the Student Council-sponsored magician. Mike Clapper oversees the children's tractor pull during Old Fashioned Days. Carrie Purcell is escorted by Matt Porter at Homecoming. Chuck Tidwell and Laura Wright convey different emotions during a classroom discussion. Julie Weemer Jody Winn Josh Witters Laura Wright Gene Yutzy Mike Zane Todd Burris and Fritz Cross are taking part in a typical chemistry class. 36 Juniors crowd around the voting booth during elections. Fritz Cross ponders the study of biology Drew Hoel receives congratulations from Mr. Vangel for receiving the MVP award in football. Is this the real Scott Kihi«r9 Dina Barnes smiles for the camera. 37 Senior Eddie Phillips gave Shelly Short a lift to her next class. Rachel Purcell portrayed the big, bad wolf” in a play at the Roman Banquet in May. 38 Deke Cothron, Fritz Cross, and Jim Brookins enjoyed their meal at the sports banquet. Shelly Short and Kelly Williams are caught relaxing in the I.A Room. Mrs. Durland gives guidance to Julie Weemer. Mrs. Michener tutors Falguni Patel in the English language. 39 SOPHOMORES PLACE FIRST IN FLOAT CONTEST Kristina Adams Chris Ard Sharon Ashworth Beth Baird Robert Bartley Julie Bean Tricia Bean Laurie Berg Lori Carroll Amy Carswell Julie Clark Lisa Claypool Dawn Clifford Amy Coile Elizabeth Corcoran Derrick Cothron John Curtis Bonnie Dewey Becky Dorsey Jennifer Drake Chris Elliott Bobby Fuller Shawn Gabbard Amy Griffith Lisa Grimm Joy Hack Dennis Hanner Rhonda Hardwick Todd Harmon Susan Harris 40 LaDonna Hart Marke Hatfield Phil Hayes Ronnie Hector Heidi Hettinger Robert Holt Jon Holzinger Stefanie Hutson Alan Jaeger Missy Kelly Michelle Kleiss Jerry Knight Julie Kohlbecker Lance Kresin Jami Lamb Sharon Lamb Julie Leininger Lance Little Alison McDaniel Sean Madison Clifford Magee Alex Meyer Mike Middleton Jeff Mills Margie Nauta Juna Ottolini Chad Perry Tricia Postlewait Walter Puttoff Jeanette Quick Todd Raney Brian Reardon Arin Reinhart Kim Richardson Susanna Ross 41 Lisa Schultz Jennifer Smith Loralee Smith Stacy Spence Dori Stenger John Stewart Shannon Street Tim Stumeier Robbie Taylor Jeff Teeters Mike Warner Kimberly Wax Sherie Winans Mark Zahm Adjusting the sophomore float is Heidi Hettinger. Class sponsor Mrs. Kleiss helps Heidi Hettinger and Julie Kohlbecker in hauling float materials. Jennifer Smith assists the magician at a Student Council assembly. 42 Juli Leininger and Heidi Hettinger carry the banner for their award-winning float. Jennifer Smith uses her talents to enhance the jukebox of the float. Posing as the Three Musketeers are Laurie Berg, Missy Kelly, and Julie Clark. 43 The presence of Mr. Voyles distracts Alex Meyer from his work on the float. Mike Middleton pauses between classes. Julie Kohlbecker and Susanna Ross discuss cheerleading. Laurie Berg, Lisa Claypool, and Missy Kelly take a break from Pom-pon practice. Phil Hayes shows how not to handle a badminton racket. 44 Alison McDaniel waits impatiently for a carnation from the cheerleaders. Julie Bean delivers her speech at the FHA banquet. FRESHMEN EARN MONEY THROUGH S C SALES Tag Adkisson Marianne Albin Gary Alexander Chana Allen Doug Ball Kyle Beachy Terri Bowen Donna Boyce Cindy Bragg Sandi Brookins Samantha Burwell Glenn Campbell Jill Carter Mark Cavenaile Shannon Clarkson Dawn Coon Sean Cross Willy Curtis Andy Davis Leslie Davis Debby Dorsey Angie Duncan Jessica Edwards Robert Edwards Kendra Eskridge Elizabeth Ewing Darryl Fancher Dwayne Freeze Lee Fustin Charles Gettleman 46 Carrie Purcell looks dumbfounded in science class. Jodi Hahn Kit Hanner Donnie Hanners Amy Harmon Tammy Houser Noel Hutton Mark Kalmar Wendy Kilburn Angie Kingery Joe Kramer Teri Kyle Jimmy LaMaster Cindy Lamb Tammy Lietz Elizabeth Lincoln Chad McCullough Brandy McGee Tony Manzella Chris Metheny Geoff Miller Ben Mingo Kara Mitchell Jennifer Moorhead Penny Peasley Tim Postlewait 47 Carrie Purcell Cathy Ray Jody Russell Paula Shackley Robert Shaw Kim Sievers Tabby Spencer Tammy Shekel Tiftney Stone Ticia Travis Tina Turner Leslie Utley Roger Warner Matt Washburn Steve Weemer Koby Williams John Wright Not Pictured: Mary Ann Hausmann Andy Shaffer Jeff Teak Mrs. Kleiss teaches her freshman physical science class. Tammy Houser and Jennifer Moorhead help with the float. 48 Carrie, Tina and Samantha pose in the gym. Teri Kyle pauses by her locker. Geoff Miller rides on the Cross Country float. Gary Alexander works in the study hall. 49 Shannon Clarkson looks stylish at the Homecoming Dance. Jodi Hahn, Dawn Coon. Tammy Houser, Chana Allen and Donna Boyce take time to pose for the camera. Kendra Eskridge refreshes herself at the water fountain between classes. 50 Jodi Hahn flashes a dimpled smile. 51 STUDENT COUNCIL HOLDS ELECTIONS Student Council members are Bottom Row (L to R): Terri Bowen. Sarah Murray. Beth Baird. Jennifer Bennett and Ticia Travis. Second Row: sponsor Mrs. Bushu. Tag Adkisson, Julie Kohlbecker, Jaci Meyer. Sean Madison, and sponsor Mr. Marx. Third Row: Todd Raney. Jami Lamb. Lisa Alexander. Marianne Albin and Mark Kalmar. Fourth Row: Mike Melanson. Ron Winn. Brad Heinz. Scott Winn, Scott Hines and Steve Weemer. Not Pictured: Todd Burris. Jeanna Leamon. Sandy Kohlbecker. Lance Kresin, and Doug Sievers. Jody Hahn casts her ballot for next year’s officers. Student Council officers are Bottom Row (L to R): Sarah Mur- ray, Treasurer; Jennifer Bennett. Vice President; Lisa Alexander. Recording Secretary. Top Row: Scott Hines. President. Not Pictured: Sandy Kohlbecker. Merit Secretary. 52 Mrs. Kleiss was a bit nervous as she held a boa constrictor at the reptile assembly. These juniors gathered outside the voting booth before entering. The 1985-1986 Student Council provided many enjoyable events for the student body. Some of these were assemblies, contests, and furnishing refreshments to clubs, organizations, and the sport teams. Student Council sponsored a Halloween assembly in which students decorated pumpkins, played silly games and paraded around the gymnasium in costume. Other assemblies included a rock band, a magician, a reptile presentation, and the annual Christmas assembly. A stocking filled with goodies was raffled off at the assembly. Chances on the stocking were gained by donating canned goods to the Christmas Bureau, which helps the needy of Tuscola. Among other things, the council held the second annual Trivial Pursuit contest, won by Mrs. Carey Wood and Michelle Beeson. Secret Pals was again a big success. The gifts the teachers received were deeply appreciated and brought the faculty and students closer together. Valentines were again delivered on Valentine’s Day. The Student Council as a school service project cleaned the trophy cases. These four members, Lisa Alexander, Sarah Murray, Beth Baird, and Sean Madison, were sent to the state convention in Chicago. They learned to be good leaders and to use their new abilities in the TCHS Student Council. The Sunshine Express entertained the student body at an assembly. 53 Todd Burris is congratulated for a job well done. Mr. Kidwell shows that the cloth has no hidden pockets. Sunshine Express lead singer shows his enthusiasm. Rob Gentry completes voting for teacher-of-the-year. 54 SCHOLASTIC BOWL OUTSMARTS LITTLE OKAW Front Row (L to R): Doug Kimball, Michelle Beeson. Katrina Ross, Rob Bennett. Back Row: Jeff Thompson, Jennifer Bennett, Dan Duhamell. This was the varsity team. Front Row (L to R): Jennifer Moorhead, Susanna Ross, Sean Madison. Middle Row: Tag Adkisson. Matt Washburn. Chad McCullough. Top: Geoff Miller. This was the junior varsity team. 'What is traditionally drunk in the winner’s circle at the Indy 500? Who wrote the book The Naked and the Dead? What is the sin2 80 degrees plus the cos2 80 equal to?' These are just a few of the many questions asked to this year’s Varsity and Junior Varsity Scholastic Bowl teams, both coached by Mrs. Carey Wood. The JV team ended up with a 4-4 record. These young men and women show promise of being great in the future. The Varsity team enjoyed a very successful season. They started off the season with an invitational at Parkland College. Tuscola clinched two big wins over Atwood-Hammond and Urbana before bowing to St. Joe-Ogden in the semifinals. The Warriors then moved on to conference play where they ended up with a 6-2 record. Next, it was on to the conference round-robin tournament. Tuscola finished with a 6-1 record and second-place behind champion Villa Grove. Tuscola ended up with an overall 14-4 record, and Katrina Ross was named to the All-Conference team. Regulating the match is Mike Zane. the teams' own official timekeeper and scorekeeper. aided by the JV's Chad McCullough. 55 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTS NEW MEMBERS Mr. McDonald made some opening remarks at the induction ceremony. Michelle Pierce is congratulated by Mr. Borries and Mr. Voyles as she received her membership card. The 1985-86 Senior Members were Front Row (L to R): Mary Hance, Jaci Meyer. Katrina Ross. Back Row: Mike Melanson. Buffy Hahn. Sandy Kohlbecker. Ted Ferguson. Mary Hance. Heidi Huber. Scott Hines, and Rob Bennett provided some of the entertainment for the evening by singing Shout the Glad Tidings. 56 The 1985-86 NHS Inductees wre Bottom Row (L to R): Michelle Beeson, Lisa Alexander. Jeff Thompson. Frank Kalmar. Dan Duhamell, Rob Bennett, and Jennifer Bennett Top Row: Michelle Pierce. Sarah Murray. Jeanna Leamon, Drew Hoel. Stephanie Higgins, Mike Clapper, and Tracy Bowen. Jeff Thompson was just one of the Seniors being inducted at the ceremony. The NHS Officers for 1985-86 were (L to R): Secretary. Mary Hance: Treasurer. Mike Melanson: Vice President, Jaci Meyer: and President, Ted Ferguson. Congressman Terry Bruce spoke about the four characteristics of an NHS member at the ceremony as co-sponsor Miss Carolyn Caywood and Mr. Voyles looked on. The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony included many people. The fourth graders lead the Pledge of Allegiance which was followed by a few opening remarks made by Mr. McDonald. A clarinet quartet played Minuet and March by Beethoven, and a vocal quartet sang Shout the Glad Tidings.” New members are chosen to be in NHS by showing their qualities of leadership, scholarship, service, and character. These qualities were explained to the audience and inductees by the four officers. Each officer lit a colored candle that symbolized the topic of their speech. The guest speaker was Congressman Terry Bruce. After Bruce's speech, Ted Ferguson led the inductees in the NHS pledge. The awards were presented by Principal Jim Voyles and School Board President, Al Borries. Then, the inductees signed the NHS register. In order to raise money, NHS members held a computer dating service. Questionnaires were distributed to all students. Students were to complete the questionnaire, and then the results were entered into the computer by the members. Each student was matched with the ten most compatible people of the opposite sex. The lists were sold for one dollar and fifty cents to those who wanted them. As a required service project, the NHS members helped organize Career Day on Wheels.” Each member was assigned a class from East Prairie Elementary School. The members had to show each class to a different group of careers. Each one of these careers were dependent upon a motorized vehicle to carry out their jobs. The members handled it with success. NHS has begun to take part in many more activities than in years past. Hopefully, this will continue. 57 FHA-HERO This past year FHA has had a larger participation than in recent years. With larger participation came more activities. The year's first major activity was the building of the homecoming float, Hang 'Em Out To Dry. ' In October. FHA held a party in which the members dressed in their favorite Halloween costumes. The club sponsored a dance for the TCHS students in which the proceeds went toward the Lion's Club eye research. At Christmas, a party was held in which games were played and gifts were exchanged. February ninth through fourteenth was FHA Week. Activities included were FHA dress up day in which carnations were worn by the members, a Mr. Legs contest, a chili luncheon given for the faculty, and a Mr. Irresistible contest on Valentine’s Day. In April. LuAnn Weatherford placed third in the cake decorating contest at the state convention in Springfield. FHA was sponsored by Mrs. Carol Patton. FHA Officers. Bottom Row (L to R): Julie Bean. Treasurer; Luann Weatherford, Secretary; Dara Stenger. Vice President; Laura Wright. President. Top Row: Tricia Bean. Public Relations; Becky Dorsey. Historian. FHA Members, Bottom Row (L to R): Mrs. Patton, sponsor. Second Row: Rhonda Hardwick, Tammy Houser. Debbie Dorsey. Jodi Emrick, Chana Allen. Third Row: Shannon Clarkson, Julie Bean, Sandy Brookins, Beth Corchran. Jill Carter, Dara Stenger. Fourth Row: Donna Boyce, Tricia Bean, Stacy Spence, Amy Coile, Laura Wright. Top Row: Mary Brookins. Becky Dorsey, Michelle Waddell, Tiffney Stone, LuAnn Whetherford, Sharon Ashworth. 58 Mr. Voyles relishes the luncheon given by the FHA. Tammy Houser has a believable costume for Halloween. Gary Alexander poses with his Mr. Irresistible prize. 59 Lu Ann Weatherford accepted the outstanding member award from Mrs. Patton. Mark Zahm received the title of “Mr. Legs. Becky Dorsey presented the 1985-1986 F.H.A. scrapbook to Laura Wright. Lu Ann Weatherford presents her certificate of achievement from the state convention to President Laura Wright. 60 Laura Wright was the Section President for 1985-86. LuAnn Weatherford receives a first-place award in her proficiency event. On February 1, TCHS hosted an FHA-Hero section rally. Twelve schools attended. Laura Wright, Section President, presided over the rally. LuAnn Weatherford was installed as Section Secretary for the upcoming year. Placing first in proficiency events were LuAnn Weatherford and Toni Martin. Rhonda Hardwick and Tiffney Stone placed third in their events. The rally lasted all day and ended with a speech given by Laura Wright during which she relinquished the presidency. Laura Wright and the remaining officers speak at the FHA-HERO section rally. Toni Martin makes a presentation of “Babies Having Babies'' that was awarded first place. 61 FFA INDUCTS THREE HONORARY MEMBERS 1985-86 FFA, Bottom (L to R): John Wright, Jeff Mills, Mike Clapper, Greg Boyce, Lee Fustin, Lance Little, Matt Porter, Gene Yutzy, Tim Postlewaite. Middle: Mr. Rahe, Donnie Hanners, Charles Gettleman, Benny Mingo, Brian Moran, Chris Metheny, Alan Jaeger, Jeff Teeters. Top: Phil Hayes, Rob Bartley, Brian Hayes, Alex Meyer, Tom Dilts, Tyrome Mingo, Tim Stumeier, Arin Reinhart, Shannon Street. This year FFA was led by an excellent group of varsity officers. Seated (L to R): Jeff Mills. Secretary; Mike Clapper. President; Lance Little, Vice-President; Matt Porter, Treasurer. Standing: Greg Boyce. Reporter; Mr. Rahe, Sponsor; Tom Dilts, Sentinel. 62 Livestock Judging Team, Bottom Row (L to R): Tim Postlewaite. Lance Little, Matt Porter, John Wright. Top: Tim Stumeier, Mike Clapper, Lee Fustin, Tyrome Mingo, Greg Boyce. The following members made up this year's Soil Judging Team. Bottom Row (L to R): Tim Postlewaite, Lance Little, Gene Yutzy, John Wright. Top: Benny Mingo, Jeff Mills, Tyrome Mingo, Lee Fustin, Matt Porter, Charles Gettleman, Donnie Hanners. FFA started out the year with the annual Old Fashioned Days activities including a slave auction and tractor pull for children. Nine FFA members participated in the Georgetown Livestock Judging Contest. In all, there were thirty teams consisting of 127 individuals. As individuals, Greg Boyce placed eighth, Eddie Phillips ninth, and Lee Fustin nineteenth. Section contest winners were Mike Clapper — sheep production, Brian Hayes — forestry, and Tyrone Mingo — lawn and turf management. National FFA week was held on February 15-22. They sponsored a vocational day on which everyone was asked to dress according to their future careers. They also sponsored a luncheon for the faculty and officers. Later in the year the faculty was victorious in a basketball game against FFA. This year Rich Carter of the Farm Bureau, Mr. Voyles, and Mr. Eiben were inducted as Honorary Chapter Farmers at the annual banquet. 63 Mr. Rahe and Noel Hutton inspect the summer corn. Eager school children pet the dog at the barnyard zoo. Crop Judging Team — (L to R) Mike Clapper, Tyrome Mingo, Gene Yutzy. FFA members work in the test plot. Matt Porter and friend enjoy the zoo. Parliamentary Procedure Team, Back Row (L to R): Matt Porter, Lee Fustin, Tyrome Mingo. Front Row: Jeff Mills, Lance Little, John Wright. 64 Greenhand Officers. Bottom Row (L to R): John Wright, Treasurer; Tim Postlewait, Secretary; Benny Mingo, President. Top Row; Lee Fustin, Reporter; Chris Metheny, Sentinel. President Mike Clapper speaks at the FFA banquet. Mr. Rahe and Lance Little lift a parking block. Jeff Mills constructs the mold for the parking blocks. Part of the overall FFA program is learning the art of welding. Repairing farm machinery is a skill all FFA members learn. Matt Porter molds parking blocks. Tim Postlewait walks with the FFA float during the Homecoming parade. FFA students tend a cow during the petting zoo. Brett Adkisson’s dog “puts on the dog’’ for the FFA petting zoo. 66 Mr. Rahe instructs small engines class. Students prepare to make parking blocks Kevin Bratten labors in class. Matt Porter carefully selects his food at the faculty FFA officer's luncheon, which was prepared by FFA Moms. Freshman FFA members visit the corn plot. 67 ART CLUB PAINTS CHICAGO RED Tricia Bean was surprised by the camera while Mr. Sluder watched in amusement. The 1985-86 Art Club members were Front Row (L to R): Jennifer Smith, Julie Clark. Kit Hanner, Samantha Burwell, and Shelly Short. Middle Row: Jody Winn, Tricia Bean. Mary Smith, and Mary Hance. Back Row: Michelle Beeson. Mike Melanson, sponsor Les Sluder. Jon Holzinger. and Lori Carroll. The Art Club takes a moment to pose for the camera on Michigan Avenue. The 1985-86 Art Club officers were (L to R) Julie Clark. Secretary; Mary Smith. Treasurer; Mike Melanson. President; and Mary Hance. Vice President. The Art Club had an exciting year. In the fall, the club earned money by setting up a concession stand at the Old Fashioned Days Cross Country Run. They also sponsored a dance in the winter. The Art Club used the money raised from these to finance their field trip. In May. the club took a trip to Chicago. They toured two art schools, the Ray Vogue Studio of Art and the American Academy of Art. The trip was enjoyed by all. 68 SCIENCE CLUB SEARCHES FOR HALLEY'S COMET Front Row (L to R): Michelle Pierce, Jennifer Bennett, Bumper Ferguson, Kristin Ray, Jeanna Leamon. Second Row: Heidi Hettinger. Lisa Alexander, Drew Hoel, Jeff Thompson, Dan Duhammel, Sarah Murray. Back Row: Katrina Ross. Todd Burris. Frank Kalmar. Scott Winn, Doug Kimball, Brad Heinz, Mrs. Kay Kleiss. sponsor. Mrs. Kleiss works with Jeff Thompson, a first-place winner in the JETS competition With the arrival of Halley's Comet, this year s science club had the unique opportunity to view this wonder. Unfortunately, Central Illinois weather did not cooperate with the 4 a.m. risers, and a clear view was not possible. The group also studied for the Junior Engineering Technical Society (JETS) contest held in February at Parkland College. At the contest Frank Kalmar and Drew Hoel placed first and second in the chemistry contest; Jeff Thompson and Bumper Ferguson placed first and second in physics; Frank Kalmar and Jeff Thompson tied for second in mathematics: and Fritz Cross placed third in biology. Tuscola received the second place overall trophy. HIGHLIGHT OF THE YEAR ... THE ROMAN BANQUET A freshman slave attends to Stephanie Higgins' every need. Mark Kalmar and Jennifer Moorhead supplied entertainment for the Roman Banquet. 1986-86 Latin Club members are Front Row (L to R): Rachel Purcell, Jennifer Smith, Amy Griffith, Sherie Winans, Tricia Postlewait. Second Row: Jody Russell. Tammy Stickel. Jennifer Moorhead, Dawn Coon, Sarah Murray, Susanna Ross. Third Row: Lisa Claypool, Jennifer Bennett, Stephanie Higgins, Bumper Ferguson, Eizabeth Lincoln. Fourth Row: Mary Smith, Darla Pickett. Kim Sievers, Kristina Adams, Heidi Hettinger, Sean Madison. Top Row: Drew Hoel, Jeff Thompson, Greg Boyce, Doug Sievers, Rob Bennett, Mark Kalmar, Kris Frederick. 1986-86 Latin Club officers are (L to R) Stephanie Higgins, Secretary; Doug Sievers, Treasurer; Sarah Murray, Vice-President; Drew Hoel, President. Jodi Hahn was a slave in chains and toga. A group of happy Romans enjoy the festivities. Mark Kalmar is pulled by horses. Initiated Latin Club members display their freedom caps and T-shirts. To be initiated, members had to act out a story and serve older members among other menial tasks. 71 El CLUB DE ESPANOl The 1985-86 Spanish Club members were Bottom Row (L to R): Darla Stinson, Jennifer Drake, Julie Bean. Margie Nauta, Brian Reardon. Laura Wright. Julie Clark, Ticia Travis. Chad McCullough. Second Row: Beth Baird, Kristin Ray, Linda Hines. Mike Manzella, Tag Adkisson, Jaci Meyer, Laura Hines. Jerry Knight, Missy Kelly. Third Row: Sharon Lamb. Chad Perry, Shelly Waddell, Alison McDaniel, Jami Lamb, Teri Kyle, Joy Hack, Debbie Wax, Dan Dubammell, Julie Kohlbecker. Fourth Row: Marne Babcock, Juli Lein-inger, John Stewart. Lance Kresin, Heidi Huber. Mike Melanson, Scott Hines, Robbie Taylor, Michelle Beeson, Michelle Kleiss, Laurie Berg. Fifth Row: Matt Washburn. Susan Harris, Kimberly Wax. Brad Heinz. Doug Kimball, Brad Mathias. Geoff Miller, Mike Middleton. Steve Weemer, Spike Hanner. Julie Kohlbecker. Jami Lamb, and Beth Baird attended the annual Spanish Club Christmas Party. 72 Spanish Club officers were Alison McDaniel. Vice President; Juli Leininger, President; Joy Hack, Secretary. Laura Wright, Treasurer. TCHS BAND CRESCENDOS TO NEW HEIGHTS Mary Hance received a third place at the U of I contest for the drum majors. 1985-86 Band Officers, Front Row (L to R): Jennifer Bennett, Sean Madison. Back Row: Scott Hines, Lisa Alexander, Stacy Schultz. 73 The TCHS Band at the winter concert. Front Row (L to R): Jody Russell, Elizabeth Lincoln, Dawn Coon, Amy Harmon, Margie Nauta, Kendra Eskridge, Michelle Kleiss, Rachel Purcell. Second Row: Laura Hines, Marne Babcock, Linda Hines, Julie Clark, Missy Kelly, Jennifer Bennett. Mary Jo Ryan, Jeff Thompson. Third Row: Michelle Beeson, Jeanette Quick, Amy Coile, Kris Frederick, Amy Griffith, Kim Sievers, Annette Webb, Jennifer Moorhead. Fourth Row: Mary Hance, Marianne Albin, Lisa Schultz, Sherie Winans, Kimberly Wax, Lisa Alexander, Mike Bauer, Rob Bennett. Fifth Row: Scott Hines, Julie Hausmann, Dan Duhamell, Sean Madison, Doug Kimball, Mark Kalmar, Tammy Stickel. Top Row: Mary Smith, Susan Harris, Parrish Kappes, Debbie Wax, Kyle Beachy, Stacy Schuetz, Mr. John Patton. The 1985-86 TCHS band had a stupendous year. From August to May, the band enjoyed possibly the finest season in the history of Tuscola bands. The band started the season in October with a marching band contest at the University of Illinois. The band received a 4th palce rating in the parade division. First place ratings were received by individuals at various contests. The band also entered two contests for concert band, one in Monticello, where the band received a first-place rating, and one in St. Louis, where the band received a second-place rating and also participated in many other activities such as going to the zoo, going to Six Flags, and seeing a Cardinals baseball game. Three members of this year’s band excelled past their usual level of excellence and became participants in the 1985-86 Honor band. The musicians were Jeff Thompson, bassoon; Robert Bennett, French horn; and Scott Hines, trumpet. Mr. and Mrs. Patton take in the sights as Mrs. Coile and Mrs. Bennett follow close by during the band's trip to St. Louis. A group of band members cross the tracks at the zoo. Tami Henson poses as the Warrior. Amy Harmon performs at halftime. Laura and Linda Hines sit on a boulder at the zoo. Rob Bennett plays his solo during a marching routine. Susan Harris and Lisa Schultz take a break at the St. Louis zoo. 75 POM-PON SQUAD DISPLAYS ELECTRICITY 1985-86 squad (L to R): Jennifer Moorhead, Tina Turner, Joy Hack, Laurie Berg, Jami Lamb, Terri Bowen, Debbie Wax, Teri Kyle. Missy Kelly, Cindy Lohr, Lisa Claypool, Elizabeth Lincoln. Pom Pon provides parade entertainment. This year the pom pon squad was active in many respects. They performed in pep assemblies and the Homecoming parade as well as at football and basketball games. The girls also appeared on stage during the fall variety show performing to “Wham Rap.” All would agree that this year was very entertaining for those who viewed their electric performances. The group was sponsored by Mr. John Patton. Co-captains Cindy Lohr and Joy Hack showed leadership by teaching routines. 76 FLAG CORPS JOINS BAND IN FALL ACTIVITIES The 1985-86 Flag Corps consisted of Upper Arch (L to R): Angie Taylor, Linda Hines, Lisa Alexander, Kimberly Wax, Carrie Bosch, Marne Babcock, Laura Hines, Amy Coile, and Lower Arch: Toni Martin, Laura Wright, Jeannette Quick, Jodi Emrick. The group, sponsored by Mr. John Patton, participated in the half-time shows of football games and in the Homecoming parade. They also participated in the U of I band contest. CHEERLEADERS WIN TITLE AT LOVC TOURNEY Mary Hance sells Heidi Hettinger a Valentine s Day carnation. The varisty cheerleaders display their award-winning skills. Varsity captain Heidi Huber leads the crowd in J.V. cheerleaders perform on the Villa Grove court, an enthusiastic Homecoming cheer. 78 The 1985-86 junior varsity cheerleaders were (Top to Bottom): Carrie Purcell. Susanna Ross. Julie Kohlbecker. Tricia Bean, and Margie Nauta. The cheerleading squads had a highly successful year. It began with the cheerleaders attending the United States Cheerleaders Association Camps All-American Training Program during the summer at which they won top awards. At the U.S.C.A. camp, those who attended qualified to compete in national competition. Heidi Huber also competed in the individual competition. A talent competition, as well as overall attitude, loyalty, and character, was used in determining the scores. Heidi was awarded with fourth place. She had competed with 300 other girls. The varisty squad also competed in the Little Okaw Tournament held in Villa Grove and in the Shiloh Tourney competition. At the former they placed first, and at the latter they placed fourth. The junior varsity squad, as well as the varsity girls, sold and delivered carnations for Valentine s Day. The sold the flowers to students who purchased them for other students at TCHS. At the end of the day. the cheerleaders delivered them. The cheerleaders were also responsible for selling seats on the fan buses to away games. At the sports banquet held in March. Mary Hance ahd Heidi Huber were recognized. Mary won the award for Most Improved, and Heidi won the Most Outstanding Cheerleader award. Our cheerleaders did a great job under the direction of sponsor Mrs. Jan Chappell, and they certainly showed their spirit and great technique. The 1985-86 varsity cheerleaders were (Left to Right): Jeanna Leamon, Mary Hance. Tracy Bierman. Melissa Yoars. and Heidi Huber. 79 CHOIR MAKES CATS A MEMORY Choir Members for 1985-1986 were First Row (L to R): Rhonda Hardwick, Wendy Kilburn, Toni Martin, Debbie Dorsey, Mary Hance, Leslie Utley, Mary Ann Hausmann, Kit Hanner, Juna Ottolini, Tammy Houser. Second Row: Mike Zane, Bonnie Dewey. Penny Peasley, Cindy Lohr, Amy Carswell, Julie Kohlbecker, Sandy Brookins, Susanna Ross, Chuck White. Third Row: Scott Hines, Margie Nauta, Laurie Berg, Jodi Winn, Jami Lamb, Tracy Bowen, Jennifer Bennett, Lisa Shackley, Jodi Hahn, Mike Melanson. Fourth Row: Doug Sievers, Juli Leininger. Michelle Beeson, Heidi Huber, Stefanie Hutson, Katrina Ross. Buffy Hahn, Kara Mitchell. Tiffney Stone, Sharon Lamb, and Rob Bennett. Choir officers were (L to R): Katrina Ross, Scott Hines, and Tracy Bowen. 80 The choir presents their rendition of Carol of the Bells at the Christmas concert. Mr. McGlynn conducts the choir in a mediy of songs from Cats. The nine senior members of the choir are introduced at their last high school performance. The choir started out the year with their annual fall concert at the United Methodist Church. This concert included a selection combining the high school choir with the East Prairie choirs and the accompaniment of two trumpets. During the fall a few choir members auditioned for All-State Choir and attended the district choir festival. Among those who auditioned, Chuck White and Rob Bennett were selected to attend the All-State Choir festival in Peoria. The choir’s Christmas concert was taped and aired on radio station WLBH. Besides performing the mid-winter concert, the choir spent much time in rehearsal in preparation for the spring production of Grease. In April choir members participated in a contest at Mon-ticello in which they received a first-place rating. During the final concert in May, the choir presented a medley from the Broadway musical Cats. At this time the senior choir members wre recognized and awarded. The choir members are all to be commended for their hard work. They all contributed to the success of these 42 musicians. 81 CENTERSTAGE COMPETES AT WASHINGTON CLASSIC Top Row (L to R): Scott Hines, Buffy Hahn, Katrina Ross. Doug Sievers, Mike Melanson, Heidi Huber. Middle Row: Margie Nauta, Mike Zane, Michelle Beeson, Jody Winn, Julie Kohlbecker, Tracy Bowen, Juli Leininger, Amy Carswell. Bottom Row: Toni Martin, Mary Hance. Susanna Ross. Not Pictured: Jennifer Bennett, Rob Bennett, Chuck White. Scott Hines and Heidi Huber tip their “Every Day I've Got to Sing Some’’ was one of Centerstage s best numbers. ' Hats'' to the audience. 82 The show choir display their abilities with props in “Hats. Senior Mary Hance shows off her danc- ing expertise. Centerstage, the Tuscola High School Show Choir, is a performing ensemble comprised of 18 singer-dancers. Directed by Tim McGlynn. the show choir has performed on several occasions for a number of organizations and functions. As in previous years, the group appeared on television at Christmas in a holiday greeting' spot for WCIA Channel 3. The ensemble made regular appearances at the school music concerts along with the band and concert choir. As with each year since the show choir's inception, the members roused themselves early on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in order to be at the school by 7:15. Intensive musical and choreography practice was the content of these meetings. The choreography is done entirely by the members of the group, a rarity among similar groups of their ability. Two new experiences presented themselves to Centerstage this year. The first was the Douglas-Piatt Regional Teacher's Institute at THS, hosting the largest audience for the show choir to date. The second was the challenge of competition which the group experienced at the Washington Show Choir Classic at Washington High School. The show choir was invited to compete with 15 other show choirs from around the state. This was the first time that the present members of Centerstage have been to an official competition. All members worked hard for the show choir s success. The group will, however sorely miss the group s nucleus of 8 seniors, 4 of which have been in Centerstage for 4 years. Their contributions were vital to the continuing prosperity of this elite choir. The show choir performs the first act in the fall variety show. We Make Excitement. 83 OLD AND NEW COLLABORATE ON THE TUSCOUAN The senior production staff members in the yearbook office, hard at work. Stephanie Higgins crops pictures to perfection. 84 L. U « Jennifer Bennett consults Buffy Hahn on an important year book matter. Julie Clark practices with the camera in preparation for next year's photographing duties. Cindy Lohr never lets her work get to her. The photography staff clusters in and around their place of work, the darkroom. Each year, a very unusual and dedicated group of people come together to produce the Tuscolian, our yearbook. You hold in your hands the sixty-sixth edition of this publication, which records the 112th graduation from Tuscola High School. These people are unusual because each year they meet at 6:30 on Monday nights and push themselves to meet deadlines. Senior production members Buffy Hahn, Jeff Thompson. Jennifer Bennett. Mike Melanson. Dan Duhamell. and Rob Bennett are worthy of note, as the six of them assembled this book throughout most of the year. New members Michelle Beeson. Amy Griffith. Stephanie Higgins. Michelle Kleiss. Doug Kimball. Sean Madison, Margie Nauta. Jennifer Smith, Sherie Winans and Mike Zane also worked hard to learn the tricks of the trade. Those in photography. Mike Manzella. Tom Doud, Rob Gentry, Todd Harmon. Clif Magee. Shelly Short. Samantha Burwell and Cindy Lohr as head photographer, gave work unsurpassed in previous years. The new members. Julie Clark. Julie Bean. Amy Carswell. Rhonda Hardwick. Jeanette Quick and Mary Smith, will provide a mainstay in years to come. The production and photography staff are both to be commended for their labor. This annual would not have been possible without the devotion of production sponsor Miss Ellen Tubbs and photography sponsor Mr. Jon Hart. They spent many hours outside of the Monday meetings performing duties necessary to the realization of this book. Their work is always invaluable. These people are all achievers who will surely go on achieving, not just in the area of yearbook production. However, they have produced one of the best yearbooks in recent years at TCHS. It is hoped that everyone will enjoy it in years to come. Layout editor Buffy Hahn checked cropping, suggested pictures and helped on page layout. Copy editor Rob Bennett checked copy and captions. suggested captions and helped write the explanatory paragraphs. No yearbook sales today!! THESPIANS DISPLAY DRAMATIC TALENT 1985-86 Thespians. Front Row (L to R): Mary Jo Ryan. Jennifer Bennett, Mary Hance, Susanna Ross. Second Row: Melissa Yoars, Mike Zane, Chuck White, Darla Pickett, Julie Hausmann, Loralee Smith. Third Row: Mike Melanson, Cindy Lohr, Michelle Beeson, Tracy Bowen, Rob Bennett, Buffy Hahn, Rob Gentry, Doug Sievers, Heidi Huber, Katrina Ross. Not Pictured: Scott Hines. A Thespian is a person who has displayed merit and skill in dramatics. Students accumulate Thespian points by participating in the dramatic productions. Points can be earned by acting, working lights, and constructing sets. Under the sponsorship of Mr. Tim McGlynn, a pizza luncheon was held for Thespian members. The new members of the International Thespian Society were Michelle Beeson, Tracy Bowen, Melissa Yoars, Chuck White, Darla Pickett, Julie Hausmann, Loralee Smith, Jennifer Bennett, and Susanna Ross. Most of the new members were involved in the Variety Show and Grease. 86 CROSS COUNTRY ANTICIPATES SUCCESSFUL SEASONS AHEAD ...and they're off! The 1985 Cross Country Team with Coach Les Sluder had a very successful year. At the Paxton Invitational, the Freshman-Sophomore Team received fourth place. At the Bismarck-Henning meet, the team improved their record with a third place finish. Les Sluder began the year as the new coach for the cross country team. He described the team as being “... a young team that displayed a good deal of potential. The annual Old Fashioned Days Classic was held again this year. In all, eighteen schools participated. At the Fall Sports Banquet Bumper Ferguson, the team’s only senior, received the award for the Team’s Best Performance. His best time was 16:43. Todd Harmon was presented the Greg Weaver Memorial Running Award which is awarded to the outstanding underclassman who exhibited dedication and leadership throughout the season. Bobby Kennedy. Mark Cavenaile, and Rob Taylor in the Old Fashioned Days meet. 88 Senior Bumper Ferguson pulls away from the competition. Eighteen schools participated in the O.F.D. meet. The members of the 1985 Cross Country Team are Front Row (L to R): Chad McCullough, Robert Kennedy, Andy Davis, John Stewart, Lance Kresin, Rob Taylor, Ted Ferguson, and Kyle Beachy. Back Row: Geoff Miller, Todd Harmon, Chuck Tidwell, Coach Les Sluder, Roger Warner, Mark Cavenaile, Phil Hayes. 89 VOLLEYBALL WAS A SETTING FOR EXCITEMENT The 1985 season was exciting for the varsity volleyball team as well as for the fans. The varsity team acquired a conference record of 9-3 and a total season record of 13-7 under the guidance of Coach Kerry Kincaid. The team consisted primarily of juniors. There were 3 outstanding seniors who remained in all four years and deserve to be mentioned as contributing to the betterment of their team. These seniors are Jaci Meyer, Sandy Kohlbecker and Kim Ray. Susan Harris was picked as the most promising underclassman while Sharon Lamb was designated most improved. Jeanna Leamon ended the season with the highest setting percentage which was an impressing 90%. The ABC most valuable player was Sandy Kohlbecker. The J.V. team also had an impressive year. They finished the year with a conference record of 12-0 and a 13-1 overall record. Mr. Kincaid is very optimistic about future years with these girls. Varsity Team, Top Row (L to R): Coach Kincaid, Sandy Kohlbecker, Alison McDaniel, Lisa Alexander, Susan Harris, Stacy Schultz, Kim Ray, Angie Kerns. Bottom Row: Shelly Hill, Jennifer Drake, Jaci Meyer, Tami Henson, Jeanna Leamon, Michelle Pierce, Mary Brookins. J.V. Team, Top Row (L to R): Coach Kincaid, Julie Leininger, Allison McDaniel, Susan Harris, Kim Sievers, Kristina Adams, Amy Harmon, Marianne Albin. Bottom Row: Paula Shackley, Sharon Lamb, Julie Clark, Beth Baird, Lisa Schultz, Jennifer Drake, Bonnie Dewey, Tammy Lietz. The Varsity Team springs into action. Michelle Pierce spikes the ball for a Warrior point. Susan Harris bumps the ball to the ready Angie Kerns Michelle Pierce expertly returns the ball. Lisa Schultz gives the death blow to the opponent. 91 The Varsity Line is ready to receive the serve. HARD-HITTING WARRIORS HANG TOUGH First Row, (L to R): Manager John Wright, Manager Jeff Teeters, Steve Weemer, Ed Phillips, Mark Kalmar, Fritz Cross, Drew Hoel, Gary Alexander, Matt Washburn, Trainer Todd Raney. Second Row: Marke Hatfield, Ron Winn, Mark Zahm, Mike Middleton, Deke Cothron, Mike Bauer, Matt Porter, Tyrome Mingo, Brad Heinz, Tim Stumeier. Third Row: John Curtis, Bob Fuller, Chris Metheny, Dan Duhamell, Mike Manzella, Jerry Knight, Mike Wolff, Mike Warner, Tag Adkisson. Fourth Row: Scott Kibler, Lance Little, Frank Kalmar, Jeff Cleland, Matt McCarty, Wade Wilcox, Tom Dilts, Kellv Williams, Jim Brookins, Todd Burris. Fritz Cross follows Todd Burris' block. Tom Dilts follows through on a punt. Warriors converse about upcoming play. Lance Little fades back as the offensive line blasts out against Marshall. Coach Scott and other Warriors intently watch the game. A 1-8 record would seem like a dismal season, but not for the 1985 Warrior football squad. Although they lost eight games, the eight teams they lost to all made the state playoffs. The games were close, too. Some of the scores were 7-6,14-13, 23-19,14-8, and 20-14. The only opponent that did not make the playoffs was crushed by a score of 37-0. It was the Warriors' determination and aggressive style of hitting that helped them win this game and kept them close in the others. Many underclassmen started or played regularly. With the absence of a freshman coach, this included freshmen. One freshman, Mark Kalmar, started two games as quarterback. Sophomore Lance Little started five other games. Juniors Drew Hoel and Jim Brookins also led in tackles and receptions, respectively. At the 1985 Fall Sports Banquet, the following awards were given out: Most Improved, Drew Hoel; Most Valuable Players, Drew Hoel and Jim Brookins; Most Sportsmanlike, Jeff Cleland; Most Valuable Offensive Lineman, Todd Burris; Most Valuable Defensive Lineman, Marke Hatfield; Kenny Huber Tackling Award, Drew Hoel. 93 WARRIOR GIRLS WIN REGIONAL Varsity Team (L to R):Jennifer Drake, Lisa Schultz, Beth Corcoran, Angi Kerns, Marne Babcock, Amy Harmon, Beth Baird, Shelly Hill. JV Team, Top Row (L to R): Jaci Meyer, Kelly Huser, Stacy Schultz, Susan Harris, Lisa Alexander, Marne Babcock, Sandy Kohlbecker. Bottom Row: Shelly Hill, Beth Baird, Amy Harmon, Angi Kerns, Lisa Schultz, Jennifer Drake. The crowd looks on as Angi Kerns puts the ball into play. Everyone watches in anticipation while Sandy Kohlbecker drives the ball down court. 94 Susan Harris watches for an open teammate. Both Warrior girls’ basketball teams posted quite impressive seasons in 1986. Coach Dave Dietrich rallied his varsity girls to a 17-6 record and a regional championship, while leading the up-and-coming junior varsity to a record of 13-4. On the regional win, Dietrich commented, “(The) girls really wanted this one,” underscoring the girls' ambition and drive. At the annual winter sports banquet, four awards were presented to three very deserving players. Susan Harris, a sophomore, received the most valuable player award and the rebound award, averaging over 11 rebounds per game. The Most Improved award went to junior Stacy Schultz. Jaci Meyer earned the best free throw percentage award. The senior Meyer shot 60% for the season. Lisa Alexander poised in the shooting position. Outstanding girl cagers were Jaci Meyer, Susan Harris, and Stacy Schultz. NEW COACH BRINGS WINNING SEASON Front Row (L to R): Dan Magee. Mgr.; Drew Hoel, Mark Zahm. Lance Little. Marke Hatfield. Fritz Cross. Rob Taylor, Cliff Magee, Mgr. Back Row: Chuck Tidwell, Deke Cothron, Frank Kalmar, Matt McCarty. Wade Wilcox. Tom Dilts, Mike Bauer, Jim Brookins, Coach Kerry Kincaid. Fritz Cross is alone underneath for two easy points. 96 Jim Brookins drives for the lay-up while Frank Kalmar positions himself for the rebound. Fritz Cross burns Villa Grove defender Matt McCarty leaps high to lay the ball for the fast break lay-up. up over an Arthur defender. Wade Wilcox drives around an Arthur opponent for two points. Kerry Kincaid enjoyed a fine first season as head basketball coach. His Warriors ended up with a 15-10 record, five of those losses coming to once-defeated, Little Okaw Valley Conference champion, Arthur. The Knights spoiled the Warriors fortunes many times during the year. Arthur upended the Warriors in the quarterfinals of the Shiloh tournament by a score of 60-58 and also defeatd the Warriors in the second round of the LOVC tournament. Tuscola ended up third in this tournament. Arthur also eliminated the Warriors from the regional tournament with a 57-56 victory. At the winter sports banquet, Matt McCarty was awarded a very much deserved MVP award. Matt led the team in virtually every statistical category. He was also voted a unanimous choice for first team All-Little Okaw. Marke Hatfield was balloted for second team and Wade Wilcox was named honorable mention. Also at the winter sports banquet, McCarty was awarded the Rotary Freethrow Award, Hatfield received the Defensive Trophy and the ABC Sportsmanship Award, and Frank Kalmar was given the ABC Most Improved Award. JV FROSH BASKETBALL LOOK AHEAD Mark Kalmar skillfully evades his opponent. Jeff Butler took over as head coach of the Junior Varsity and Freshman teams. Both teams had very good seasons. The JV squad had a final record of 10-8. Coach Butler noted that this was not exceptional, but the JV did defeat every team in the LOVC at least once. The Freshman team ended up with a very respectable 12-4 record. They palaced second in the Unity Invitational tournament and won the ABL tournament. Both teams look toward great upcoming seasons. Junior Varsity team. Back Row (L to R): Steve Weemer, Todd Harmon. Mark Zahm. Deke Cothron. Lance Little. Roger Warner. Alex Meyer. Chuck Tidwell. Geoff Miller. Mark Kalmar. Front Row: Cliff Magee. Mgr.. Tag Adkisson. Koby Williams. Gary Alexander, Spike Hanner. Matt Washburn, Rob Taylor, Kyle Beachy, Chad McCullough, Todd Raney, Mgr. Freshman Team, (L to R): Chad McCullough, Kyle Beachy. Gary Alexander. Mark Kalmar, Geoff Miller. Roger Warner. Steve Weemer. Matt Washburn. Koby Williams. Tag Adkisson. 98 Mark Zahm goes up for an easy two in the Blue Devil gym. On the home court, Robbie Taylor sails past a Cerro Gordo eager. An easy jumper goes up from among a sea of defenders. Chuck Tidwell shoots over an Arthur defender. GIRLS TRACK TEAM SHOWS GREAT SPIRIT The 1985-86 Girls Track Team consisted of Bottom Row (L to R): Kelly Huser, Dina Barnes, Julie Hausmann, Lisa Claypool, Beth Baird, Sarah Murray, Samantha Burwell. Middle Row: Stacy Spence, Kim Ray, Marne Babcock, Angi Kerns, Jaci Meyer, Sharon Lamb. Third Row: Alison McDaniel, Lisa Alexander, Kimberly Wax, Susan Harris, Stacy Shultz, Julie Leininger, Jodi Hahn. The girls track team had a great year. They placed second in a four team meet. In the Little Okaw track and field meet they received fourth place with 104 points. Five girls qualified for state. Lisa Alexander and Jaci Meyer qualified as did the relay team of Marne Babcock, Susan Harris, Beth Baird, and again Lisa Alexander. Alexander qualified in the 400 by placing 62.07. Meyer won the 300 hurdles in 50.6 and the 1600 relay team also won their event in 4:18.8. The girls worked very hard this year under the direction of Coach Dave Dietrich. Kim Ray broke the school record in the discus. As a result of Kim's hard work and tremendous effort, she was named Outstanding Track and Field girl. The 1986 girls track team sought many goals, and they achieved several of them. It was a year that provided much enjoyment for all. Few girls will forget the time they spent working hard to win. 100 tjm Kim Ray hurls the discus. Jodi Hahn makes leaps and bounds in the long jump. Susan Harris strives to clear the high jump bar. CROSS OUTSTANDING IN TRACK The 1985-86 track team consisted of Bottom Row (L to R): Spike Hanner, Mike Middleton, Mark Kalmar, Matt Washburn, Gary Alexander, John Stewart. Robert Holt. Middle Row: Tag Adkisson, Phil Hayes, Geoff Miller, Todd Harmon, Don Wirth, Drew Hoel, Robert Edwards. Top Row: Mark Zahm, Marke Hatfield, Chuck Tidwell, Roger Warner, Steve Weemer, Fritz Cross, Scott Kibler, and manager, Todd Raney. Mark Zahm attempts to hurl the discus farther than his opponents. The 1986 boys track team year was long and eventful. They started off the season by placing second to Oakland in the Oakland Tri-meet. Later in the season at the Douglas County Track meet held in Tuscola the running Warriors captured a victory. Then the Tuscola freshman-sophomore teams won 12 out of 19 events as they achieved first place at the Little Okaw Track Meet with a score of 171 points. Toward the end of their season several of the team’s members qualified to participate in state competition. These were Fritz Cross and Marke Hatfield. The Outstanding Track Boy in 1986 was Fritz Cross. 103 BASEBALL TEAM SUBJECT TO CLOUD COVER 1986 Baseball Players, Bottom Row (L to R): Mike Manzella, Koby Williams, Lance Kresin, Jeff Thompson, Robbie Taylor, Jerry Knight John Curtis Middle Row: Dan Duhamell, Stat., Brian Reardon, Tyrome Mingo, Alex Meyer, Chad Perry, Robert Shaw. Top Row: Coach Steve Cloud, Scott Harsha, Tom Dilts, Wade Wilcox. Jeff Cleland. Frank Kalmar, Todd Burris. Not Pictured: Paul Toth, Matt McCarty. Tom Dilts fires his blazing fast ball toward home plate. � jett I nompson prepares to hit the ball. 104 After winning a close game, the guys relax Todd Burris warms up in the bullpen. The Tuscola Warriors baseball team had an enjoyable season. Under new coach Steve Cloud, the 1986 Warriors earned a 4-8-1 record. This was not spectacular, but the team had a lot of fun obtaining it. Jeff Thompson was named MVP for the year. Jeff ended up with 9 hits, 3 doubles, 11 runs, and a batting average of .310. His totals in doubles and runs led the team. Other team leaders were Wade Wilcox, (AB, hits, homeruns, triples, and RBIs); Paul Toth, (g); Jeff Cleland, (hits and homeruns); Alex Meyer, (hits and batting average); Tom Dilts, (triples); and Scott Harsha, (stolen bases). Lance Kresin and Dilts held down the pitching staff. Between them, they won all four games. Todd Burris was a relief specialist with two saves and an ERA of 2.80. Thompson, Cleland, and Wilcox were named second team Little Okaw at outfield, designated hitter, and first base respectively. Alex Meyer was named Honorable Mention at infield. Wade Wilcox grimaces as he puts his whole force behind his swing. 105 T-CLUB ASSISTS WARRIOR ATHLETICS 1985-86 T-Club. Front Row (L to R): Marne Babcock, Eddie Phillips, Gary Alexander, Phil Hayes, Kim Ray, Erica Thomas, Juli Lein-inger, Kelly Huser, Angi Kerns, Mike Manzella. Second Row: Dan Duhamell, Tyrome Mingo, Mike Middleton, Ron Winn, Brad Heinz, Todd Burris. Scott Kibler, Chuck Tidwell, Susan Harris, Katrina Ross, Mark Zahm, Sharon Lamb. Third Row: Michelle Pierce. Jeanna Leamon, Kristin Ray. Tami Henson. Jerry Knight, Bumper Ferguson. Tag Adkisson, Jaci Meyer, John Curtis, Robert Holt, Jennifer Drake. Fourth Row: Matt Washburn, Fritz Cross, Stacy Schultz. Spike Hanner, Matt Porter. Deke Cothron, Tim Stumeier, Steve Weemer, Mark Kalmar, Lisa Alexander, Drew Hoel. Top Row: Lance Little. Mike Bauer. Todd Kleiss, Jeff Cleland. Matt McCarty. Wade Wilcox, Tom Dilts, Frank Kalmar, Jim Brookins, Scott Harsha. T-Club is an organization whose members, having met the criteria for earning a varsity letter “T,” clearly illustrate the idea of school spirit. The letters were awarded for participation in team athletics and scholastic bowl. The members show spirit by wearing the letters on their school jackets. Through fund-raising activities, such as the sale of soda at basketball games, the club purchases athletic equipment for the school district. T-club is sponsored by Athletic Director Bruce Nofftz. 106 Volleyball girls pose during Homecoming Parade. 107 ADMINISTRATION OVERSEES ANOTHER PROSPEROUS YEAR Members of the 1985-86 School Board were Seated (L to R): Mrs. Marian Armstrong. Mr. Robert Reeder. Mrs. Deborah Rahn. Standing: Mr. Wally Wax, Mr. Robert Travis, Mr. Dana Bishop, Mr. Al Borries. Mr. Jack Wiliams is the Superintendent of the Tuscola school system. Mr. James Voyles has finished his second year as the principal of Tuscola High School. 108 FACULTY AND STUDENTS AIDED BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL Mr. Fred McDonald is the guidance counselor. He runs the CORE and assists the students with college and career choces. Miss Carolyn Caywood is the new district librarian. Computers for student use are now in the library. Mrs. Marilyn Mooday helps students and teachers find appropriate library materials. Mrs. Jerry Coile is responsible for the general running of the office and for school finances. Mrs. Rosie Crowder deals with daytime custodial demands. Mr. Paul Bird works in the evening to prepare the building for the next day. 109 BUSINESS DEPARTMENT TEACHES WORK SKILLS A 1 (1)Mr. Kerry Kincaid teaches basic business principles in general business and gives seniors a glimpse of life in the economic world outside of high school in consumer ed. (2)Typing I and II and word processing are Mrs. Kay Boyer’s specialties. She, along with her word processing students, learns many new things about the computers daily. (3) Mrs. Cheri Harrelson is caught in the middle of her computer work. She gives guidance to accounting and data processing students. Also she instructs a business law class. no FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT SHARPENS SKILLS A2 Mr. John Patton (1) is the band director at TCHS. He worked many hours preparing band members for concerts and contests. The choral and show choir director was Mr. Tim McGlynn (2). In addition, he was the director of student dramatic endeavors. Mr. Les Sluder (3) was the art instructor. He also taught Algebra I. in FACULTY TEACH ENGLISH HISTORY, FOREIGN LANGUAGES Mrs. Jan Chappell teaches speech, U.S. history, and world history, a new course. Miss Janet Cox teaches the Latin courses, American government, and values. Mr. Warner Eiben taught all the English II classes, as well as Mr. Bruce Nofftz taught social studies and U.S. history, as well exposition and modern literature. as health. Miss Ellen Tubbs teaches all the English I classes, exposition, and literature and composition. Mrs. Carey Wood taught the Spanish courses. 112 TEACHERS ACCENTUATE PHYSICAL WORLD ▲ 5 A 4 Mrs. Carol Bushu (1) taught Algebra I and was also a guidance counselor. Mr. Jeff Butler (2) taught general and practical math. Mr. Richard Kidwell (3) taught Algebra I, geometry, analytic geometry, and senior math. Mrs. Kay Kleiss (4) taught physical science, physics, and Chemistry I and II. Mr. Martin Marx (5) taught physical science and Biology I and II. 113 TEACHERS EMPHASIZE PHYSICAL WELL-BEING ▲ i The physical well-being of the student body was placed into the hands of Mr. Gene Murray (1), Mr. Bill Vangel (2), and Mrs. Diane Wilson (3). 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