Valparaiso High School - Valenian Yearbook (Valparaiso, IN)

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Table of Contents Opening 1 Activities 8 Clubs 28 Academics 54 Sports 74 Album 114 Ads 164 Index 184 Closing 188 VALENIAN Volume 63 Valparaiso High School 2727 North Campbell Street Valparaiso, Indiana 46383 r Since man realized his ability to rea- son, he has tried to figure out just what sets him apart from his fellow beasts. Some scientists claim that man’s ability to use fire, make tools, and think logi- cally are his distinguishing attributes. Others say that man is unique because of the division of his hand into a thumb and four fingers. We disagree with both of these the- ories. Although an elephant’s sole aim in life is to find enough vegetation to fill his stomach, man’s unique characteris- tic is his obsession to get ahead. This instinct leads men to devise different the school Itself. Previously we’d been proud of the school, but we’d taken Its conveniences for granted. After the fire, everyone was shocked and enraged that anyone could have the nerve to try to destroy the structure. In addition to the repairs from the fire damage, the school board approved the construction of new varsity locker rooms on the southeast side of the school to ease the strain of both boys’ and girls’ sports on the existing facili- ties. So, if man is obsessed at the thought Mik Cotton and Mark Collier engage in some after school socializing before going home and hitting their homework. As quarterback Jeff Neeley takes the snap from center Matt Lux fullback Tom Jacobs moves forward for the play. ways to attain their goals — Julius Caesar and Napoleon Bonaparte waged wars, Al Capone organized the Chicago mob, and George Steinbrenner bought the best players of both leagues to make his world champion New York Yankees. VMS has never improved through wars, organized crime, or world series titles, but. In its own way, tries to get ahead. As with most schools, there is always room for Improvement, yet some of our Improvements are not always through our own will. Last January’s fire caused $250,000 in damages that had to be repaired, and the administration, students and community hadn’t antici- pated such major repairs on a six-year- old school building. However, the fire was two -fold in consequence because it caused renovation of the school and a look into its safety features, and also changed the students’ outlook toward of getting ahead, and we are all men (or women as the case may be), then surely we must be trying to get ahead also. We may not have reached our fi- nal goal toward self-improvement yet, but we’re on our way. We’re not yet perfect, as all men strive to be, but we can easily say, “We’re even better this year.” m 30 1981 ADDITION TO VALPARAISO HIGH SCHOOL «OP -M VALPARAISO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS After a rousing half-time performance on home turf, members of the B Band rejoice that it’s over so they can relax and enjoy the game. School officials hope the construction of the new varsity locker rooms will ease the strain of year ’round sporting events on the exist- ing facilities. Although the burnt out area is looking better every day, the administration moved the completion date from September to January. Opening — 3 Since their previous facilities were too crowded for the community’s needs, the doctors pooled their efforts and built a new Medical Arts Center. After building several outlets around town, Northern Indiana Bank decided to remodel the home bank and add more drive-up win- dows. 4 — Opening The only restaurant in town that has a dress code, the White House features elegant din- ing in the nineteenth century Pappas man- sion. Taking its name from the meaning of the word “Valparaiso”, the Vale of Paradise deli offers downtown diners a change of pace. Long ago, anthropologists decided that early man settled on flatlands near lakes and rivers for transportation and domestic purposes. Centuries later when the Europeans colonized the New World, they situated their first settle- ments on the Eastern seaboard and from there moved westward. Valparaiso was one of these west- ward settlements. Situated between Lake Michigan and the Kankakee River, it was built so it would be accessible to both city and rural people. Since it was located close to the industrial cities of Gary, Hammond, and Chicago, Valpo became the suburban home of many commuters. As Valpo became the “bedroom community of these people. Its popu- lation, as well as its industrial growth expanded, from 1960 to 1970, Valpo’s population soared by 31.5%. Some of the increase could be attributed to the construction of Bethlehem Steel’s newest mill in Burns Harbor in 1963, but it was also due to those who hated the hassles of big city life. However, in 1970 when Valpo peaked over the 20.000 mark. It became a city and a force to be considered in the minds of businessmen. Fast-food businesses reached their zenith of popularity in the early ’70’s and Valpo sported its fair share. In the last year alone, it acquired a second McDonald’s, a Wendy’s hamburgers. Cal’s Roast Beef, Arthur Treacher’s and Long John Silver’s. For those who com- plained of the lack of more posh estab- lishments, the White House and Janiro’s were two new restaurants that offered elegant, leisurely dining. By the n d ’70’s Valpo passed the 25.000 mark and turned its attentions to the problems of Its elderly and needy. The city set aside the old Banta school as the Banta Senior Citizen Cen- ter. The government also built housing on the north side for those with limited or low Income. Since its other outlet wss located on the north side of the city, McDonald’s added an- other outlet to accommodate the city’s grow- ing south side. Opening — 5 AII in onc9 OACi OfflC fof oil When man stopped being a gath- erer and became a buyer, he sought ways to make his job easier. After all, going all over town to buy, life’s little necessities was a waste of time that could be better spent elsewhere. So, he thought up the idea of a gen- eral store where he could buy every- thing he needed such as food for the winter, feed for his animals, and sweets for the kids. However, it wasn’t long before the general store died out and was replaced by the five and dime. Since the devaluation of the dollar soon made it impossible to buy anything that cheaply, the dime store also became a thing of the past. Convenience shopping wasn’t at its best until man thought of a shop- ping mall. His first consideration in the idea of a mall was man’s need for a one-stop shopping place. If he could buy it all at one place, he’d save his nerves from the rigors of heavy in-tratfic driving and save some money instead of shelling it out for gas bills. Another plus for the shopping mall was the fact that it would offer vari- ety in the types of stores it con- tained. Customers could comparison For th« fashion conscious of Chicago, Water Tower Place is the ultimate for de- signs by Halston and Calvin Klein. One of the first enclosed malls in the area, Marquette Mall now takes second place behind Southlake as the most pop- ular mall. 6 — Mall — Feature shop and save money by walking from store to store and buying the cheaper item instead of driving the distance and buying extra gas. Also, the stores could offer a wide variety of colors and styles for the conscien- tious consumer. Malls could also vary according to size and shape. Although some peo- ple feel one can’t judge a book by its cover, many customers, realizing that different corporations build dif- ferent malls, would be eager to test out the different malls In their “neighborhood.” For those people such as house- wives and teenagers, who often look for ways to kill a day, the malls would represent an oasis of things to do without spending a lot of money. Besides serving as a shopping cen- ter, the malls could serve as places for cultural events. With the in- creased interest in culture and the arts, ethnic festivals art shows, and holiday presentations could be held in a central auditorium area of the mall. So man got busy and built his malls, and each was bigger and of- fered more variety to the shopper. He was proud of his malls until he received complaints from shoppers that there were so many to choose from, they couldn’t decide which one to visit — West Lake or Century Mall, Southlake or Marquette, River Oaks or Water Tower, . . . Northwest Indiana’s largest shopping center, Southlake Mall features over 130 stores and a central hall where the Symphony Ball is held. Although most shoppers can’t afford its haute couture, they still like to visit Chicago’s Water Tower Place to browse in its elegance. Mall Feature — Shaped like a donut because its stores encircle a center open-air court. River Oaks holds the distinction of being the first mall in this area. The planners of the County Seat Mall had to obtain permission from County Seat Jeans to use its copyrighted name for their complex. 7 Acculturation is a fancy word that means the learning of one’s own cul- ture.” However, anthropologists just re- cently discovered that within one cul- ture there were several different divi- sions such as the infant, adolescent, and the adult. Since the word “adoles- cent” had such a bad connotation, psychologists changed its label heading to “high school student” when they were discussing those of the younger generation. In their analysis of the high school students, the psychologists looked at the average day of the average student. After arriving at school on the bus, by bicycle, or by car between 7:30 and 8:00, the student sat through six hours of classes ranging from history to Eng- lish grammar. After alloting half an hour for the student to cram in the food he bought in the cafeteria (or mess hall as it was affectionately known) the psy- chologists knew all there was to know of the average day In the life of a high school student. They anxiously checked to see If there was any excitement al- lowed the student during his school years. The first thing they found appeared in the convocations that the administration scheduled intermittently throughout the school year. These convocations varied in content from administrative sessions to entertaining performances by theatre groups from Purdue and other universi- ties. One professional group presented Mark Twain’s satire on the garden of Eden, “The Diary of Adam and Eve.” After the Friday night football and basketball games, the students enjoyed sock hops sponsored by clubs such as VICA. Featuring area bands that were popular, the sock hops offered students a inexpensive way to enjoy a dance. The traditional high school dances such as Homecoming and Christmas still offered those students who wanted a chance to dress up. Although the cold weather isn’t much to cheer about, with a major dance Scheduled every V.k.ng fan. still turn out in hopes of seeing a victory. ere were plenty of opportunl- Most movie-going students check out the cinemas in expensive night On the town. Michigan City for a better variety of current popular films. 8 — Activities Division Page Varsity cheerleader Cyndi Huseman braves the cold to help raise Viking spirit to a high pitch. Some students drive cars to school, but many pedal their bikes to exercise and con- serve money. Activities Division — 9 After a day crammed with classes arid homework, Rob Odell boards a bus headed for home. Worn out from the strain of dancing all evening, tired Homecoming couples relax and rest their sore feet. 10 Summer brightens life in the fTIST NE Since the law declared that teen- agers, along with other children of school age. must go to school nine months out of the year, the tradition has been for students to shed their books around the first of June and forget about them until the end of August. Consequently, during the summer, ex-students looked for fun things to do with their free time. On the list of outside activities, summer just wouldn’t have been complete without a trip to the Dunes. Since bronze skin was the “in” thing, everyone combined sun and fun on the shores of Lake Michigan. Other students combined fun with music as they visited Chicago to hear concerts at Soldier Field and Chicago Stadium. Some of the bands that blew into the windy city for performances included the Ea- gles, the Rolling Stones, and the Electric Light Orchestra. While their friends were hitting the beaches and the concerts, students boarded a plane headed for Eng- land’s Cambridge University. During this chance of a lifetime visit to one of the world’s most revered institu- tions, they studied British literature, history, and art, while at the same time receiving credit from VHS for the equivalent of one nine weeks English course. After they completed their studies, the students visited Stratford, London. Paris, and Geneva befor e they had to return to the United States. Temporarily breaking away from their summer studies at Cambridge University, Pia Hiller, Sara Ramirez, Nancy Oliver, Pat Tudor, Laurie Lemmons, Dan Sturdevant, Anne Gilmore, Roger Dodrill, and Mrs. Vela Johnson enjoy a day at Charles I summer palace, Audley End. Although driving a car is a faster way to get around, Kelley Welch rides her bike in hopes of getting a suntan and some exercise. Summer — 11 IHe Ne ILook As the band entered the field for homecoming, anxious onlookers searched the track for sign of the golf carts that would carry the candi- dates to the field. They never ap- peared however, because Pep Club chose to phase them out in favor of a new look. Arriving in a 1958 Buick converta- ble chauffered by its owner, Mr. Norm Jacobs, were candidates, Lin- da Ahibrand, Molly Dougherty, Tina Johnson, Nancy Oliver, Barb Raber, and Donna Raymond. The girls, clothed in the latest in street attire instead of the traditional formals, ob- served the first half of the game with their escorts from the sidelines. At the half, the court crossed the field down the fifty-yard line under the glow of the lights. As the B Band played in the background, the biog- raphy of each girl was read, and the Pep Club officers had the honor of crowning Queen Donna Raymond and Princess Tina Johnson. As the dark blue convertible reappeared, Donna, wearing her crown and roses, took her seat for the parade lap around the track. Saturday evening, court members joined 170 couples abroad ship for a “Moonlight Cruise,” where along with other passengers, they danced to the music of “Indiana Bus Ride.” Pep Club members provided the decorations for the annual affair and fund raiser. Marissa Ellis, 1977 Homecoming Queen, was on deck to pass her crown to her successor during the coronation with highlighted Home- coming 1978. Queen Donna Raymond receives a congratu- lory hug from court members Linda Ahi- brand after being crowned. Along with court members Molly Dougherty, Barb Raber, Nancy Oliver and Linda Ahi- brand, Queen Donna Raymond and Princess Tina Johnson view the post-coronation dance from the “royal box.” Diane Lafferty, Jeff Neely, and Rob Daniel gather for refreshments around the punch fountain at the semi-formal Homecoming dance. Homecoming — 13 Convos bring a ' touch of closs 14 — Convot Concertt At the last act of Folk Pop Convo, John Kel- ley, Mark Johansen and Caroline Seeber ting their rendition of Manilow’t “Why Don ' t We Live Together.’’ While he impersonates comedian Steve Mar- tin, senior Rich Eagen introduces the next act. Where could a person listen to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Malcom X Jazz Band, watch the Texas Repertory Theater’s presenta- tion of “The Diary of Adam and Eve,” and hear Ray Moss, a gra- duate of VMS, do his impression of Elvis? No, not the Arie Crown The- ater in Chicago, but VHS. Surprised, right? The convocations and con- certs featured at the high school were presented to introduce us to culture and enhance our appreciation of the arts. Through a series of consultations between Principal Johnson, Mr. Glen Ellis, convocation chairman, and a student committee comprised of members Bekki Evans, Jo Beth Mad- sen, and Mike Malackowski, the per- formers at the concerts and convos were chosen. The student committee proved beneficial to the administra- tion because it offered the students’ point of view on the programs we would like to see. This year’s convo- cations were more youth-oriented so that the ordinary VHS student couid relate to and enjoy them. Mr. Ellis secured reservations for various groups by getting in touch with Valparaiso University and the Community Concerts Association. The student committee and Mr. Ellis put their heads together, and after several meetings had the whole year planned with special events. Convo« Conc rt� — 15 “Free Falr’e” lead singer entertains the stU ' dent body in the first convocation of the year. Ruth Lohmeyer, Eric Brant, and Mr. Mark Watts help the rock group “Free Fair” pre- sent their rendition of “Star Wars.” Cast ' Climbs Every Mountain ' The Von Trapp children (Kristi Hag er, Dave Goodrich, Andrea Cranberry, Marlise Hen- richs. Barb Raber, Bill Walters, Jackie Moore) learn the fundamentals of singing from their governess Maria. Caught in clothes made of gaudy curtains, the children are reprimanded by their father. wm Iti in 1 1 ] The alluring Elsa (Lisa Benda) sings to the captain, (John Kelley) telling of the life they will share after marriage. Captain Von Trapp and his family sing “Edelweiss shortly before their forced de- parture from Austria. 16 — Musical “Alright, now everyone concen- trate! Remember that opening night, November 17, is only a week away.” “Gretyl and Captain — that was very good that time. Try to remem- ber what you just did when you’re up there Friday night.” “Nuns — yo u must learn your parts and don’t talk when you’re on stage.” If you had attended one of the nightly rehearsals, you would have realized how much work, concentra- tion, and talent went into the pro- duction of the “Sound of Music.” Helping each other through times of depression, fatigue, and times of just not feeling well, the cast became very close. When asked why she chose the “Sound of Music,” direc- tor Alice Noble replied, “I liked the show, it didn’t require a large chorus and it’s a good crowd-drawer.” Besides chickenpox, flu, and ex- haustion, the only other major prob- lem involved with the musical was casting the major parts. Through four days of try-outs, five days of call- backs, and 125 people who audi- tioned, 47 students provided the right combination for the parts. Since the “Sound of Music” was such a large production, a sum in the area of $3,000 was spent on sets and costumes. Set design took patience and dedication since the sets were more detailed, intricate and realistic for this fall’s musical. Costumes also posed a problem, since each of Captain Von Trapp’s children had about four costumes, however, most of the costumes were made by parents and the costume committee. Max (Mark Johansen) listens patiently as Elsa plots to get the captain to propose. The Mother Abbess (Anna Meece) and the sisters (Merribeth Hall, Joy Christiansen, and JoBeth Madsen) discuss the problem they call Maria. The mischieveious Maria (Katie Nagel) steals away from the abby to enjoy the peace of Alps. Musical — 17 Dances Call Strike cn Cabin Fever Heidi Hunsberger and Tom McFadden take a closer look at the massive teddy bear con- structed by members of the Student Council for the Christmas Dance. Surprised to be chosen raffle king and queen of the Christmas dance, seniors Matt Lux and Barb Raber accept their gifts from the student council 18 — Christmas King Of Hearts “Cabin Fever” swept the Midwest this winter and teenagers were no exception. They needed a reason to dress-up and get out of the house. In early December the Student Coun- cil provided students the opportunity to spend “An Evening in Santa’s Workshop.” Christmas lights, gauze and artifical fog gave the illusion of a light winter snow. Raggedy Ann and Andy lined the walls adding to the fantasy atmosphere while the music of “Midwest Transit” entertained the 110 couples that attended the dance. Two months and eight feet of snow later the girls had the chance to take the guy of their choice to the annual V-Teen’s King of Hearts Dance. Striking police may have kept the “Mardi Gras” from New Orleans but hard working V-Teen members made sure that VHS students could celebrate in spite of the Midwestern winter. The service club brought a bit of spring to the south balcony with its “Come to the Mardi Gras” theme. Brightly colored confetti and streamers greeted the incoming cou- ples. The dance floor resembled a blossoming garden. Guests had the option of lounging on wrought iron patio furniture or dancing to the mu- sic of “Aris.” The festivities quieted when V-Teen President Debbie Mar- asco crowned King Gary Krueger and Prince Tim Balko. Court mem- bers Dave Lebryk, Steve Carichoff and Brad Blastick were escorted to the throne by club officers. While waiting lor the King Of Hearts dancing to resume, graduate Brian Hittenger, Shellie Eaton, Stephanie Verde and Scott Morrisson take a break. Santa Claus (Mr. Sid Reggie) and his ell (Mr. Skip Bird) don their seasonal costumes once more lor their traditional appearance at the Christmas dance. Prior to the dance, Kristine Hall, daughter of V-Teens sponsor Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, gives dance bids to King of Hearts Gary Krueger and his date, graduate Robin Rumford. Alter the coronation, seniors Steve Carichoff, Dave Lebryk, King Gary Krueger, Prince Tim Balko, and Brad Blastick hold court at the royal throne. Christmas King Of Hearts — 19 Game show syndrome hits VMS 20 — April Antics John Kelley “runs the music through” Lisa Benda in their dramatic interpretation of the song “The Wiz.” Mother Lode band members borrow a George Benson instrumental, “Breezin”, to take April Antics audiences to a sunny beach in Tahiti. Composing the band are Chris Athanson, Tom Uban, King Dahl, Ross Hubbel, and Dave Scott. Attempting to mystify his audience, junior Dave Clause performs his acts of magic. Seniors Rich Eagen, Anna Meece, Mark Jo- hansen, and Sonia Sison join in harmony for “Java Jive,” a song made popular by Man- hattan Transfer. Their attention fixed to the screen, Linda Bell, Brian McKee, Sheila Barker, and Harry Treadway are “At the Movies.” “Sweet Charity” sets the pace lor senior Rickee Farrell’s jazz and acrobatic routine. “Our next contestant is Gertrude Schlotz. Come on down!” “Gertrude, you have your choice of curtain no. 1, no. 2, or this box Dave is now bringing down the aisle.” “Oh, Gees! This is such a hard de- cision. I don ' t know what to do.” “Well if you ' re undecided about that, you can have one of those three boxes, the Java Coffee, Magic Laundry Soap, or the Yuckles can- dy.” Famed game show host, “Shorty” Stark, brought his “64(t; Question” to Valparaiso High School for two nights, April 6 and 7. The top rated 640 Question” was featured in “Games of Skill or Chance,” April Antics 1979. In addition to a visit from a kazoo band and puppets, the year ' s pro- duction boasted such acts as two baby sisters singing, a skit performed by the group Ah-ha, a magician, folk singers, a jazz-acrobatic routine, and musical excerpts from the Wiz. Ef- fort, time, and patience were the main ingredients to the annual dis- play of VHS students ' talent. April Antics — 21 Stars sel scene for romance Merribeth Hall reaches to the heavens to snatch a memento of her senior prom. Sampling the fare at the Junior parent spon- sored Post Prom party are sophomore Lisa Kyes and senior Bill Karlin. Somewhat restrained by their formal wear, couples captured the mood set by the music of “Reborn” in their dancing. 22 — Prom Ten years ago, American youth was spaced out on drugs and acid rock. Now, a decade later, American teenagers are still spaced out, but their tastes have ranged to the other end of the spectrum. In today’s modern society, the fantasy world of outer space and intergalactic funk have replaced the previous era of drugs and weird music. Buck Rogers, Superman, and the crew from Batt- lestar Galactica have all created a new image of the heavens in the minds of millions of movie-goers. The junior class preferred to go with the romantical theme of a “Mystical Heaven and decorated the main gym floor with stars, ange l- hair, a terrace, and a spiral staircase. “Reborn” entertained the 243 cou- ples who attended the celestial ex- travaganza. Class officer elections were held earlier this year, so that the new ju- nior class officers could serve at Prom, and see how procedures were handled. Although it earned money through bake sales and the work day, the Junior Class ran into money problems when its car wash was rained out twice. At 11:30, students went to the Valparaiso University Student Union where the junior parents hosted the traditional post prom party, which lasted through the wee hours of the morning. Prom-goers could dance the night away in the “Club 79 or enjoy a quieter atmosphere in the “Speakeasy.” A graphologist and an astronomer were on hand, and bowl- ing and pinball were some of the ac- tivities planned for the evening. Unable to find two chairs in the crowded seating area, seniors Jane Herreha and Greg Beach “double up during a band break at Prom. Parading before parents and other onlook- ers, prom-goers wind around the staircase to the heavens for the Grand March. Loosening up at Post Prom after a iong evening of dancing, senior Jan Chrustowski and her date, Merrillvilie senior Ken Dy- mand, iook more comfortable leaving “Club 79” with tie and shoes in hand. Prom — 23 One of the more severely damaged rooms at Washington Township School was the principal’s office, where vandals ran- sacked the desk, strewing its contents throughout the room, and overturned fur- niture. In recognition of their creativity, the Art Department displayed students’ work in the halls, but after several of the cre- ations were disfigured, curtailed its poli- cy. This painting donated by a graduate, was slashed while hanging in the main hallway. 24 — Vandalism Feature IhKpoycf Icui vciAckil lill Imcui They never thought it would hap- pen in Valparaiso. Secure behind the suburban reputation of Porter Coun- ty, most citizens felt they were safe from the destruction typical of the Gary and Chicago schools. It took the fire that gutted four rooms at VHS to awaken the com- munity to the fact that it was not im- mune. Isolated vandalism incidents did not mean too much until the re- ports came more frequently and the damages increased. Grissom Middle School in Portage suffered numerous incidents of van- dalism, but the most serious oc- curred last year when vandals ran- sacked faculty desks and threw cans of paint on the walls. Later captured by police, the courts convicted and sentenced the culprits to help pay for the damage. Although a small system, Washing- ton Township School encountered damages from several break-ins. In December, however, a group broke in and caused an estimated $11,180 in damages. In addition to breaking five typewriters, spraying fire extin- guishers, ransacking the principal’s office and severely damaging the school’s new public address system, the vandals also tampered with the blueprints of a new addition. To aid in the investigation, student commit- tees were formed as liasion with the police, and the school hired a night janitor. Shocked at the damage sustained by VHS, a group of people formed the Citizens Against Vandalism to Schools Committee. After its forma- tion in October, it offered a $1000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the VHS ar- sonist. The committee hoped its ac- tion would encourage taxpayers that something was being done to com- bat vandalism, and to discourage vandals by informing them of the public’s determination against them. Civic and business leaders who set up the reward of $25 per $1000 damage, also hoped that ultimately school vandalism will decrease along with the cost of maintenance and in- surance premiums. The vandals who struck at Washington Township High School gained entrance to the principal’s office by breaking the glass on the door. Once inside they emp- tied drawers onto the floor and caused $300 in damage to the school’s new pub- lic address system. While wailing for a movie screen to be in- stalled in her renovated classroom during second semester, Mrs. Lori Alt used a portable screen from the Learning Center. After the weekend break, she returned to find the screen slashed. Diplomas set seniors free at lost Under the glaring light of the artificial night lighting, in the space of a few seconds each senior walked across the stage, received his di- ploma, shook hands with Mr. Johnson and found himself a full fledged graduate of Valpar- aiso High School. With instructions to walk slowly and keep four feet away from the person in front of them, the seniors file to their seats to the familiar strains of “Pomp and Circumstance.” 26 — Graduation When a senior stops to think that by the time he graduates from high school he will have spent 2160 days in school, labored over 2000 hours of homework, and bought and con- sumed $1620 worth of school lunches, it comes to no surprise that he is counting the days until he final- ly breaks loose from high school. After sitting though two days of exams in the stifling atmosphere of Lecture A, and another week killing time by basking in the sun and sleeping late, the days finally rolled around to May 30, when 456 seniors lined up along the south end of the tennis courts to begin their final march to the.football field. When “Pomp and Circumstance” was over, Bekki Evans and Mary Greenawald gave the valedictory and salutatory addresses. After the invocation, Mr. Don Dick, director of Guidance, Prin- cipal Garth Johnson, and Senior Class President Pat Tudor stepped to the podium and dispensed the long sought after diplomas to each senior. The senior party at the V.U. Union was the final stopping place after commencement and also the last time the class of ' 79 had a chance to be together as one unit. Amid the music provided by the Alfred Packer Band, seniors reminisced and laughed over the fun aspects of high school, such as Sophomore Kill Day and Senior Skip Day, and worried over the next year to come — whether they would be able to sur- vive the rigors of college or be able to get a job in the nation’s times of inflation and high unemployment. Delivering her veledictory address with a hu- morous tone, Bekki Evans emancipates the Senior Class from the ‘’bondage” of high school. Although commencement is supposed to be a solemn occasion, Caroline Bihiman happily shows off her long awaited diploma, as Julie Bickel smiles with approval. Graduation — 27 Senior Rich Eagen and his date junior Jean- ette Olszewski enjoy a quiet moment at the V-Teens annual King of Hearts Dance. While the date for Homecoming voting draws near, Kim Micchichi, Katie Robinson, and Lisa Smith discuss their candidate for queen. During EEC’s annual May weekend, German exchange student Andrea Held has the op- portunity to visit with a Swedish student. 28 — Clubs Division When man first appeared on earth, he was a solitary figure who ventured out only to find food and to settle territorial squabbles. Then he realized the principle of collec- tive security and formed tribes that made life a little easier. It took a long time, but gradually, students who wanted something done or just wanted to do some- thing, banded together and formed clubs. These clubs met after school and discussed ways of helping the administration solve problems, such as the Student Faculty Senate, places to go to sample foreign cul- ture, as in Foreign Exchange, and ways to boost spirit, in the form of Pep Club. Troubles sprung up between the clubs, however, and changes began to take place. Foreign Language Club, which was similar to Foreign Exchange suffered from a bad case of club overlapping and student apathy. Despite a last ditch attempt to save itself by writing a formal constitution, it finally disbanded after three years of prolonged death throes. Pep Club, long considered the in- vincible organization in the club family, also suffered from a lack of adrenalin in the bloodstreams of its members and the student body. At Flower Day is not only the National Honor Society’s major fund-raiser, it also breaks up the monotony in Michelle Hazlett’s Spanish class. During the Pep Club’s annual Hall Decorat- ing Contest, sophomores, juniors, and sen- iors vie for the prize of best spirit design. times, as few as six people showed up at meetings, and this handful of people took on the gargantuan task of organizing the Homecoming Dance, the club’s major fund raiser. It would be an overstatement to say that clubs are on the way out. The problem is that many of them have the same purpose and ideals, consequently, students join one of the similar clubs and the others suffer. Some sponsors have sug- gested that the overlapped clubs consolidate and combine their membership. Others have just said that the first club organized should remain and the others dissolve. Clubs Division — 29 Doing her part to help the needy, Kim Nupp- nau takes donations for the Salvation Army at K-Mart. Junior Kim Winters takes a moment off from her sign painting to raise her own spirits with a lollipop. Pop Club Officers: Secretary Treasurer Jamie Hreha, Vice-President Alison Rush, President Cin- dy Reavis. 30 — FCA Pep Club I ' - “Pep Club promotes spirit and generates excitement Rain or shine, clear skies or cloudy, a winning season or a losing one, wherever a VHS sporting event is being held, loyal fans will be around to cheer on their favorite teams. VHS Students support their athletes with spirit and loyalty no matter what the circumstances. Besides the numer- ous interscholastic sporting events that VHS has to offer, two clubs are avail- able to Inspire athletic-minded students — Pep Club and FCA. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a national organization whose Valpo chapter consists of about 45 members. While the organization has been in existence for about 25 years, the FCA was only started at VHS three years ago by Coach Collins. The club’s officers were: President Mike Smith, Vice-President Gary Krueger, Secretary Andy Eldridge, and Treasurer Dennis Dommer. FCA met every other week in a mem- ber’s home, which Coach Collins thought made for a more relaxed atmo- sphere. FCA was In charge of such ac- tivities as a chili supper, the annual basketball marathon, and a pancake breakfast. They also send members each year to a National Conference. The purpose of the conference is to get Christian athletes from all over the Unit- ed States to meet and enjoy competing against one another athletically. Last year FCA members Mike Smith, Tim Deiotte, and Brad Blastic attended the conference. While FCA was an organization for athletes. Pep Club’s main objective was to promote spirit and support for the school’s teams. The club was one of the largest, having about 120 members. The officers was President Cindy Rea- vis, Vice-President Alison Rush, and Se- cretary Treasurer Jamie Hreha. The club sponsored car washes, pep sessions, a powder puff football game, and Spirit Week, but their main activity is the Homecoming Festivities. Presi- dent Cindy Reavis also introduced such new ideas as a fashion show, and new money raisers that also help to promote spirit such as the selling of fan buttons. A new idea that Pep Club also put forth this year was the sale of post cards that were attached to helium bal- loons, which were then released at a football game and hopefully sent back to Valpo by the finder. The person whose balloon traveled the farthest wins $25. Cindy felt that the main force of Pep Club laid with sponsor Mrs. Anne Ba- ker. “She’s full of ideas and will do anything to help us, but leaves the final decisions for us to make.” During FCA’s 30-hour fund-raising basketball marathon, members were permitted to rest for one hour after each hour on the court. Maintaining the tradition of decorating a player ' s locker before a big game. Juniors Julie Wiencken and Lori Armstrong show off their artwork. FCA Pep Club — 31 Foreign Exchange Club members Eric Char- on, Kathy Garrett and Joey Bamesberger or- ganize the food table for the annual Foreign Feast. SUMMER EXCHANGE STUDENTS — Front Row: Kim Lovett, Joey Bamesberger, Denise Ken- drick, Sherry Dobbins, Sadonna Swrann, Agatha Hason, Laura Ventura, Jeff Gardin. Second Row: Steve Ku, Carolyn Seeber, Kim Arnett, Tom McFadden. Back Row: Eric Charon, David Inches, Steve Ferklic, David Ku, Dave Koenig. 32 — Foreign Exchange Club “Our Goal Is International” ‘‘See the World!” Travel!” Meet new people!” Slogans like these are used every day to entice people to travel. Few people ever get to exper- ience life in a foreign country, and even fewer travel in their youth. Through For- eign Exchange Club the opportunity to travel is available for any eligible student. Foreign Exchange Club is the largest club at VHS. having 220 members. The organization was sponsored by Mr. Wes Maiers and co-sponsored by Miss Mar- garet Phillips, Miss Nancy Hutton, and Miss Marcia Futter. The club’s purpose is to promote international understand- ing through sponsoring exchange stu- dents both going to foreign countries and coming to Valpo. Nineteen VHS students participated in the exchange program during the summer. Each student went through a series of steps to become a part of this program. First he applied and gave a list of personal references. A local team of sponsors sorted through the applica- tions and interviewed hopeful candi- dates. The interviewers chose the stu- dents on the basis of adaptability, per- sonality, and maturity. For those stu- dents who were unable to meet all the expenses, local merchants and organi- zations offered scholarships. FEC met monthly, with each meeting devoted to a foreign country. The club planned activities centering around the country, its customs, food, and games. EEC’s projects included Christmas shopping in Chicago, a trip to see “Beatlemania,” the monthly movie for the student body, and an International Exchange Week. FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS — Front Row: Kunio Kassahara, Anadir da Cunha. Back Row: Andres Munoz, Andrea Held, Discussing similarities and differences be- tween the United States and other countries Mark Feldman, Jeanette Dupes and Jeff Hicks flip through foreign magazines. EXECUTIVE BOARD AND SPONSORS — Front Row: Miss Phillips, Colleen Sanford, Sherry Dobbins, Sadonna Swann, Lisa Schantz, Marlise Hendrichs, Margaret Kendall, Paul Smith. Back Row: Mr. Maiers, Brad Lauman, Steve Ferklic, Jett Hicks, John Steves, Brian Sinclair. Foreign Exchange Club — 33 “Creativity, Improvisation Are Keys To Jazz Ensemble” Do you remember the smash hit from the summer of ’78, ‘‘Feels So Good by the jazz musician Chuck Mangione? Or perhaps the great singles “On Broadway” or ‘‘This Masquer- ade” by George Benson? These songs were all top ten hits on the popular charts, but actually they are all jazz num- bers performed by current jazz muscians. But at VHS, the Jazz Ensem- ble plays all facets of music, ranging from big band sounds to the present day modern day jazz. By combining creativity and improvi- sation, 25 members created a sound unique to all other bands at VHS. They performed at various contests and con- certs in Indiana, and they also compet- ed at the NISBOVA contest, where they ranked high in area bands. These con- certs included a dance held at the VU Student Union for the public, and the Elmhurst Jazz Festival. Members of the Jazz Ensemble had to be members of the regular concert band in order to audition for the En- semble. Because practices were held at night, members had to show the inter- est to attend. But, because of this in- terest, they were able to earn points to- ward their band letters. Another musical group that met after school or at night was the Carousels. A seven member group choir, the Carou- sels sang pop music that the members choreographed. To qualify, the girls also had to be members of the regular choir. During a public dance at the VU Student Union, Mr. Daniel Pritchett directs the Jazz Ensemble. JAZZ ENSEMBLE — Front Row: Rick Hill. Don Rhynard, Tom Uban, Joe Bondi. Second Row: Jan Chrustowski, Shannon Swann, Nick Reynolds, David Renshaw, Mike Stavreff, Jackie Moore. Dave Robinson. Third Row: Jeft Hicks, Ken Luebke, Ross Hubbell, John Kelley, Bill Kerlin, Angie Czekaj, Chris Athenson. Back Row: Sa- donna Swann, Keith Sanford, Katie Nagel, Jo Beth Madsen. Two-year Jazz Band member Tom Uban, demonstrates his versatility at the VU dance for the public, held by the VHS Jazz Ensem- ble. 34 — Jazz Band Carousels CAROUSELS — Front Row; Debbie Buerihe, Linda Bell, Rhonda Stedman. Back Row: Diane Ferklic, Cara Coulter, Polly Powers. Keeping the tradition of the Big Band Era Nick Reynolds performs at the VU dance, which was sponsored by the Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Band Carousels — 35 Unwinding a roll of crepe paper, Sue Niland prepares to decorate the entryway for the King of Hearts dance. V-Teens Officers: Connie Martin, treasurer; Pam Heiner, publicity chairman; Mary Karcher, vice- president; Michelle Fauser, secretary; Debbie Mar- asco, president; Kim Simon, program chairman. V-Teens’ member Anna Meece samples the food at the club’s pizza Party. 36 — YARC V-teens Senior Anna Meece makes final dance prep- arations as she secures wall murals of the King of Hearts court. YARC — Front Row: Jeanette Olszewski. Linda Bell, Ann Lyons. Second Row: Steve Wilson, Miss Libby Gurthet, Miss Michelle Dailey, Rich Eagen. Third Row: Stephanie Verde, Kelley Welch, Shelley Eaton, Bonnie Hurst, Judy Rush. Back Row: Jackie Mathieu, Patty Jones. “We’re making V-Teens viable” In this age of indifference, and selfishness, few people go out of their way to help their fellowman. Fortunately, there are exceptions, for example, the two service organizations at VHS, Yarc and V-teens. V-teens is a club formed to help the community and the school. It sponsored such programs as bringing Thanksgiving dinners to needy families, Christmas caroling at the Porter County Home, and a Halloween party for the kids at the Porter Memorial Hospital. At school, it organized the King of Hearts Dance, an annual affair that allows it to donate money to the American Heart Fund. Under Mrs. Liz Hall’s direction, as the new sponsor of the club, V-teen’s constitution was rewritten opening membership to boys. Also, the office of Publicity Chairman was created to inform the public of V-teen’s various activities throughout the community. MIrs. Hall’s long-range goals include the club’s being of more service to the school and making V-teens a more viable club. YARC, or the Youth Association for Retarded Citizens, was formed to be of assistance to the local branch of the Association for Retarded Citizens. Miss Michelle Dailey, and Miss Libby Gurthet took on the responsibilities of YARC. Being new at sponsoring a club, they found the experience both enjoyable and challenging. YARC held a Christmas dance for the members of YARC, and also helped out at the Winter and Summer Special Olympics. YARC V-tean — 37 Drama Club lets you act Bill Murray, Jane Curtin, and John BelushI are names many students are familiar with, because their variety show is popular, and also because talented performers such as TV celebrities are of- ten idolized by their fans. But, if you v;ere looking for talent and enthusiasm, you could have stopped when you came to the VHS drama Club. The Not Ready for Prime Time Play- ers may have to take a step back to make room for the Drama Club. Not only does Drama Club supply actors and actresses, but also set construc- tors, public relations persons, and even cotume designers. The club which boasted more than 50 members, also sponsored a play that is fully directed by its members. Three productions were sponsored by Drama Club, including the fall musical, “The Sound of Music”, a children ' s play in the winter, and April Antics. Al- Li I LARKi out your dreams” though anyone could try out for parts in these productions. Drama Club made the sets, designed the costumes, and handled the publicity. Sponsor Mrs. Al- ice Noble supervised all activates, and served as coordinator between the club and the administration. Different aspects of putting on a pro- duction such as building a set, making costumes, or acting were areas in which members gained experience in the world of theater. Members were free to choose the area they wished to work on; however, rule changes made it mandatory for each member to work on at least one production. Behind the Scenes, the Sound and Light Crew, sponsored by Mr. Dave Kenning, produced all the special ef- fects for every production. The eight man crew mastered various lighting and sound techniques in coordination with the Drama Club. Members had to pos- sess a desire to learn, and some amount of talent in operating the audi- torium’s technical equipment. Sound and Light crewman Danny Hayaa monitors the auditorium controls during lighting adjustments. Pursuing an interest in electronics, senior Eric Bengal spends extra hours working with the sound equipment in the auditorium. 38 — Drama Sound Light Crew DRAMA CLUB — Front Row: Debby Redman, Laurie Dugo, Richie Roberts, Eric Brandt, Andrea Granberry, Marlise Henrich, Cheryi Rigg, Chris Stark, Mrs. Alice Noble, sponsor. Second row: Karen Mackevitch, Toni Morgano, Jackie Moore, Mark Johansen, Jeff Hicks, v. pres. Third Row: Pat Leverich, Sharon Meade, Anna Meece, Lisa Benda, Jo Beth Madsen, pres.; Rich Eagen, treas.; Sherri Weekly, Diane Robinson, Jackie Smith, Cathy Manner, Sandy Halsted, John Steeves. Fourth Row: Polly Powers, Julie Field, Lynn Kenworthy, Nora Hagens, Carolyn Seeber, Caroline Schumaker, Cathy Peters, Helen Lucai- tis, Marcia Bonich, Shannon Swann, Sarah Thompson. Back Row: Jeff Pera, Mike Stavreff, Kathy Satterlee. Reanne Garcia, Amy Eggert, Rickee Farrell, Sara Schroeder, sec.; Diane Moser, Caroline Dougherty, Jeanette Olszewski, Jan Chrustowski, Kim Ferrall, Sally Herndon. While adjustiitg a background flat for the scenery of “The Sound of Music”, John Kel- ley also fulfills his Drama Club membership requirement. Drama Sound A Light Craw — 39 Quest member Pam Risk consults students’ schedules so that messages received by Sec- retary Mrs. Peloso, may be delivered to stu- dents from the main office. OEA — Front Row: Carol Wegrzyn, Laura Ret- tinger, Sharon Meade, Valerie Hawes. Second Row: Julie Buckmeier, sec.; Lisa Allen, hist.; Irish Laughery, pres.; Linda Zehner, vice pres.; Linda Ahibrand, treas.; Mrs. Cindy Stalbaum, sponsor. Back Row: Tina Stout, Karen Reynolds, Chris Burke, Julie Benninghoft, Sheila Conley. Funds from bakesales made it possible to send members of OEA to these con- tests and also enabled OEA to send a Ohristmas basket to the needy. Those who aren’t necessarily Interest- ed in an office career, but do want to help out in an office can join Quest. A willing- ness to give up a study hall to work for a teacher, the office, the learning center, or the book store is the requirement to join Quest. Over 200 members run errands and perform various duties for teachers or offices which desire this service. Certifi- cates for service are prepresented at Awards Night. an opportunity to compete” “OEA offers Remember how, as a child, winning was the most important thing in the world? You played to get the most prop- erty in Monopoly, more touchdowns than the other team, or more cookies than your little brother. As you grew, competition was less stressed. It was not whether you won or lost, but how you played the game. Now, Office Education Association (OEA) stresses competition to its mem- bers once again. Senior girls who wish to develop office skills for a possible office career can en- roll In a two hour class called Intensive Office Lab. Typing skills, shorthand, and running a make-believe office are skills accented in this class. These girls are also mem- bers of OEA. Excellence in leadership and office skills are areas members are rated on in lo- cal, state, and national con- tests throughout the year. 40 — OEA Quect Nancy Oliver’s job as a Quest member involves working sixth hour in the school bookstore. Tammy Buerhie seeks help from Learning Center student aide Ann Lyons. Typing up a ditto is one of Pam Hutton’s duties as a Quest student for Mrs. Kitty Clark. OEA Quest — 41 ICT — President Ron Blasko, Secretary Trea- surer Chris Beuter. Not Pictured: Vice-President Keith Wilson. DECA — Front Row: Vice-President Julie Hibbs, President Kathy Claesgens. Back Row: Treasurer Lisa Airey, Reporter Marla Johnson, Secretary Debbie Julian. 42 — VICA DECA We try to promote accomplishments A common question asked small children is, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” As the child matures, the adults modify the question to ask. What do you plan to do when you graduate,” and “are you doing anything to achieve your goal now?” Most high school students don’t real- ly know what they want to do after graduation. They might have an idea as to their futures but aren’t seriously thinking that far ahead. The members of VICA and DECA did something about their future career plans. Most of the students in these vo- cational organizations had a head start over the other students, because they knew what professions they wanted to go into. The main purpose of both VICA and DECA was to provide an opportunity for the vocational students to meet with other students who share their interest. They also promoted leadership quali- ties, and gave the members a chance to exchange ideas and opinions. Each VICA and DECA club met once a month during the various vocational classes. The students in the clubs were given the opportunity to compete in Regional State, and National contests in their fields. Some of the clubs also took trips to see various jobs in action. DECA offered community services such as a Halloween party for the kids at the hospital, and a needy family pro- ject during the holiday season. VICA; Tony Priano, Jeff Susdorf, Rex Goble. Keith Corteau. Health Occupations — Front Row: Treasurer Brenda Leffel, President Loretta Ewing, Vice- President Judi Edgecomb, Historian Tom Romine. Back Row: Treasurer Audrey DeForest, Preside nt Beth Wineland, Treasurer Kelly Reling, Vice Presi- dent Holly Sietsma. Not pictured: Secretary Lisa Weaver, ICT President John Burchuck, Secretary Trea- surer Ed Fritts, Vice-President Craig Rothman. VICA Mike Peters, Jeff Rick, Eric Bengel, Barry Allison. VICA DECA — 43 Secretary Bekki Evans reads the minutes of the last Student Council meeting. Mike Malackowski, chairman of the Christ- mas Dance, and Sandy Halstead discuss the evening’s festivities with Santa, alias Mr. Sid Reggie. STUDENT COUNCIL — Front Row: Stefhanie Verde, Lisa Benda, Antoinette Morgano. Kris Ev- ans, Jo Beth Madsen. Second Row: Debbie Buehrle, Cathy Brissette, Laurie Lambert, Leanne Endsley, Karen Reshkin, Alison Rush, Cindy Rea- vis, Jan Chrustowski, President Brad Lauman. Third Row: Sue Edwards, Keith Domke, Ellie Sachs, Angie Renault, Jeanne Berkshire, Tracy Nemeth, Lorie Netzhammer, Karen Cyzyk, Denise Brosky, Treasurer Betsy Griffin. Fourth Row: Margo Woodruff, Jenny Izydorek, Debbie Mar- asco, Connie Martin, Jody Gutt, Joanne Nelson, Jean Carlson, Rachael Kilgour, Pam Benner, Ka- ren Anderson, Secretary Bekki Evans. Fifth Row: Kim Arnett, Pam Tucker. Bilt Luecke, Vice- Presi- dent- ' Sefgeant-at-Arms. Sixth Row: Stacy Way- mire, Eugene O ' Neil, Greg Chrustowski, Steve Ku Chris Hansen. Seventh Row: Mrs. Donna Gray, Mr. Bill Boyle. Reann Garcia, Lori Lethan, Mark Tucker, Rob Crise. 44 — Student Council Student Faculty Senate r f ‘We want to reorganize student government” Our founding fathers set up our gov- ernment to be of the people, by the people, and for the people. This system called a “democracy” worked. Conse- quently, many other nations copied our form of government. Student Council was originally set up to be the governing body of the stu- dents. Through the years. Student Council lost Its prestige and became less involved in student affairs, until it became just another club with little voice in the administration of the school. Trying to rebuild a better council. President Brad Lauman and Vice-Presi- dent Carol Bannec worked closely with first-year sponsors Mrs. Donna Gray and Mr. Bill Boyle to change student Council Into the governing body it was originally meant to be. By having student exchanges with neighboring high schools, the council members received new ideas that they hoped to incorporate in future years. The council wanted to have more voice in school policies, it also hoped to make Student Faculty Senate Into a “court” where problems be- tween the school and stu- dents or between students and their peers could actual- ly be tried and ruled on. Student Faculty Senate consisted of fifteen students and nine teachers. The spon- sor of the Senate was Assis- tant Principal James McMi- chael. Although the Senate aimed to improve student- teacher relationships, they had no power to many decisions in the school. There were sixty members in the Stu- dent Council. These included twenty re- presentatives chosen from each class. The officers were voted on by the en- tire student body. Student Council sponsored such pro- jects as a film festival for the local school children, and the Christmas Dance. A new project added this year and planned by Vice-President Carol Bannec, the council took a weekend ski trip to Crystal Mountain, Michigan in February. STUDENT FACULTY SENATE — Front row: Ellie Sachs, Pam Tucker, Vice President Brigid Barteimo, Secretary Eric Mannel, President Kris Evans, Mr. Bill Boyle, Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, Mrs. Judy Lebryk, Mrs. Donna Gray. Second Row: Ernesto Cercas, Brad Lauman, Carol Bannec, Raell Garcia, Lorie Netzhammer, Julia Fields, Mr. Mark Watts, Mr. Ben Austin, Mr. Glen Ellis. Back Row: Keith Domke, Mark Tucker, David Ku, Brid- get Welsh. Student Council Student-Faculty Senate — 45 “They join for fun” Almost all small children fantasize at one time or another about being a professional athlete. Whether it’s gymnastics or baseball, tennis or skiing, most people dream of be- ing a star athlete and hav- ing hordes of fans admire them. Unfortunately, the aver- age person is not gifted enough in athle- tic abilities to gain fame. Regardless of how little ability an amateur has, he still might want to participate in a sport for the sheer pleasure of competition and accomplishment. For this very reason, VHS developed an extensive intramurals program. For a nominal fee between one and fif teen dollars, many students participated in a wide variety of intramural sports. There were no pre-requisites — the kids simply joined for enjoyment. Under the management of Mr. Virgil Sweet, the Intramural program expanded over the last three years from one sport, basketball, to twelve. With the school year divided into four seasons, the intramurals program tried to coordinate its sports to those seasons. The sports offered included four sessions of co-ed tennis, which were played both indoors and out, boys’ touch football, boys’ basketball, co-ed bowling, co-ed skiing, girls’ volleyball, girls’ gymnastics, co-ed water polo, and girls’ basketball. In an attempt to score a goal, Nathan Bretscher passes the ball to a teammate. After preventing a goal, water polo team- male Paul Sommers shoots the ball down court. 46 — Intramurals Senior Mike Leveritt attempts to block a spike, while teamate Carol Bannec positions herself for a volley. In addition to ski and pole coordination, the VHS intramural ski program teaches tow rope techniques and safety on the slopes. Taking time off to get on the slopes. Intra- mural Ski Club co-sponsor Miss Linda White shows that all of her talents do not lie only in the classroom. Intramurals — 47 “Helping normal people with everyday problems” Let’s face it. Everyone needs someone to talk to. Whether your parents are fighting again, or a teacher just won’t get off your back, or your boyfriend hasn’t called in a week, sometime you can’t handle it. Who can you turn to that wiii listen to your problem and possibly offer advice? Peer Coun- seiors were chosen just for that reason. Peer Counseiors were a group of students who were inter- ested in teaching or just in helping people. Beginning in Octo- ber, Peer Counseiors attended special training sessions, con- ducted by Mr. Don Dick, guidance direc- tor, where they iearned about body ianguage and behav- ior. After attending these sessions, the counselors put to- gether a show entitled “Feelings” which they presented at elemen- tary schools in the school system. Besides the show. Peer Counselors were available for private conferences with the students. Offering advice to these students was not stressed as much as just listening to the problem. Possibly, if the counselor had been through a similar situation, he could recommend what he did to cope with that problem. The counselors also attended meetings with freshman stu- dents and their parents to discuss any problems or questions the students might have about coming to the high school. The counselors also assisted in scheduling the freshmen. Mr. Don Dick introduces the show entitled “Feelings” by involving students in his dis- cussion. Portraying the judges at April Antics in a skit included in the Peer Counselors show for elementary schools, Carol Stempora, Kim Moser, Pam Hutton, and Jon Brockopp dis- cuss the last candidate. Peer Counselors play students in a bully scene for elementary students at Northview School. 48 — Peer Counseling Paul Smith and Karen Anderson choose chil- dren from the audience at Northview School to participate in a skit. Vikettes’ routines prove to be a trying exper- ience for Karen Anderson, Kathy Satterlee, and Toni Hackett when they attempt to teach a new girl the dance. PEER COUNSELORS — Front Row: Carol Stempora. Second Row: Kar en Anderson, Bill Walters, Kathy Satterlee, Kim Moser, Jon Brock- opp, Tammy Russell. Third Row: Jill Dommer- muth, Pam Hutton, Cyndi Rogness. Fourth Row: Paul Smith, Andy Eldridge, Toni Hackett, Andy Snyder. Back Row: M. Don Dick, sponsor. Peer Counseling — 49 ‘Creativity and hard work maintain a 1st ciass book’ When a rock star cuts a new album, he tries to combine the old familiar sound with something new. As he turns out each new album, the artist can be assured that fans will buy the record, because they know what to expect. Yet they don’t want the same old songs, they want to hear something new. As the Valenian staff turns out each new Valenian, the same basic policy holds true. Even though the concept of yearbooks is basically universal, each year the staff tries to incorporate fresh designs and techniques. Staffers devoted patience, time, and hard work to their individual sections in order to meet deadlines. When the at- mosphere got a little hectic, the section editors remembered the honors such as the Medalist Award that CSPA rating agency awarded to pre- vious Valenians and tried to make thier work meet those standards. While attending a jour- nalism workshop at Ball State University, the editors and section editors learned layout and design tech- niques. Journalists and yearbook advi- sors from around the country lectured during the week on the different points of view of yearbook production. This also allowed the editors to get a head start at planning the Valenian. Valenian staffers celebrated Christ- mas with a party at Janiros Restaurant. Dawn breakfasts at Perkins and the an- nual Spring Awards Banquet helped members keep their spirits high throughout the year. VALENIAN — Front Row: Mrs. Gloria Zimmer- man, sponsor: Laurie Lemmons, Donna Raymond, Cindy Reavis, Lisa Giacobbe, Leslie Oisen, Jiil Dommermufh, Eric Charon. Second Row: Mike Malackowski. Kathy Veselica, Rich Eagen, Jan Chrustowski, Bruce Morrison, Brian Wikle, Keith Domke. Back Row: Jeff Gardin, Lauraiyn Bengei, Pam Tucker, Janet Koberna, John Kelley, Brenda Heaster. Sports co-editor Brian Wikle consults the fall sports schedule in order to coordinate a photo session. 50 — Valenian First year staffer Pam Tucker concentrates on drawing layouts to make every detail cor- rect. Being careful not to let the everyday ten- sions of yearbook work get her down, co- editor Brenda Heaster relaxes while revising the ladder of the ’79 book. Putting yearbook deadlines aside to cele- brate Christmas at Janiros with the staff, co- editor John Kelley visits with his mother, Mrs. Del Kelley. Valenian — 51 NHS (seniors) — Front Row: Suzanne Wellner, Brad Lauman, v. pres., Dave Lebryk, pres. Sec- ond Row: April Pullins, Mary Shaffer, Jan Chrus- towski, Laurie Lemmons, Lisa Schantz, Bekki Ev- ans. Third Row: John Kelley, Alison Rush, Joe Bondi, Mike Tonner, Bob Hartwell, Eric Mannel. Fourth Row: Barb Raber, Kevin Brophy, Gary Krueger, Janet Koberna, Mary Greenawald, Mau- reen Johnson. Back Row: Rich Philips, Eugene O’Neill, David Dipert, Dennis Dommer, Sandy Hal- stead, Sara Ramirez. NHS (juniors) - Front Row: Ruth Lohmeyer, El- lie Sachs, Jim Brady, Laura Ventura, Katie Nagel, Sherry Dobbins. Second Row: Craig McCarron, Steve Ferklic, Karen Anderson, Sandy Washeck, Millie Marshall, Ann Crowley. Third Row: Dave Ku, Mary Ann Dupes, John Schmucker, Steve Ku, Jeff Purlin, Martha Gallow Fourth Row: Michele Hazlett, Pam Benner, Ann Hoehner, Connie Hans, Caroline Seeber, Dave Koenig. Back Row: Ram Risk, Kim Carichoff, Heidi Hunsburger, Dave Far- row, Helen Kirscher, Sadonna Swann, Brian Ton- ner. THESPIANS — Front Row: Linda Bell, Katie Nagel. Second Row: Anna Meece, JoBeth Mad- sen. Back Row: Jeff Hicks, Mark Johansen. 52 — Honoraries “You Are Selected For Membership” Spirit, enthu- siasm, and an increasing membership are quaiities every club would like to have. Yet, it seems as if these dine. When members join on a volun- tary basis, they may feel it is a hassle to stay involved with that club. On the other hand, if members are selected, it becomes an honor to be involved. National Honor Society, Thespians, and Quill and Scroll are clubs in which the members are selected on a com- petitive basis. To be a member of NHS, a student must have a 3.0 grade point average, and be nominated by teachers. Thespi- ans must have at least 200 hours of theater work, and Quill and Scroll mem- bers must be accomplished journalists. NHS sold close to 3000 flowers at the annual flower sale. With the profits from the sale, NHS was able to award a senior a $150 scholarship. They also donated money to the Foreign Ex- change Club, and financed the annual induction ceremony. Thespians enjoyed their membership by taking a trip to Chicago with the Drama Club and by participating in most of the dramatic productions at VHS. Quill and Scroll members, who were required to work on a publication for a semester and have at least a “B” aver- age, were honored at the Spring Awards Banquet. After the NHS flower sale, Carol Stempora and Jean Carlson help sort and tag more than 3000 flowers, which were delivered on Valentine’s Day. Quill and Scroll — Front Row: Eric Charon. Lauralyn Bengal, Lisa Glacobbe, Laurie Lem- mons, Jan ChrustowskI, Kathy Vasellca. Second Row: John Kelley, Brenda Heaster, Leslie Olsen, Janet Koberna, Rich Eagen, Cindy ReavIs, Jill Dommermuth, Pam Tucker Back Row: Donna Raymond, Mike MalackowskI, Jeff Gardin, Brian WIkle, Keith Domke, David Koenig. Honoraries — 53 In an attempt to catch up with the French in the art of the sword, VHS fencers practice their thrust. With the popularity of audio-visual overhead, blackboards in math have become a relic of the past. Taking care not to spill anything on the stove, Amie DeLong and Bev Neal add the next ingredient to their meatballs during Foods class. 54 — Academics Division Lisa Benda and Jo Beth Madsen examine slides for possible use in their Independent Study project. Before his class begins its lab, Life Science instructor Paul Miller explains proper micro- scope technique. A careful observer once noted that history moved Ike a pendulum — it took one giant lurch to the right and then all the way back to the left. The French Revoltuion was one example as the French lived under an absolute monarcy, overthrew it, and then swung back to absolutism with the Emperor Napoleon. Education claims the same swinging tendency. Educators are constantly searching for new, more exciting ways to teach the concepts they want their students to learn. Following a century of teaching the basics, in the late ' 60’s VMS revamped its curriculum in an effort to interest the students. The English Department ad- ded courses that stimulated interest rather than sleep. As a result, courses like Love Means and Mythology ap- peared in the curriculum handbook. The first warning against the new system, however, came from the col- lege campuses. Professors said that their students couldn ' t handle college level reading assignments, nor could they write logically. Some high school seniors were even failing standard com- petency tests. So in the mid ’70’s a So she can correct an error in her seam width, Maria Alcantara rips the stitches out and starts over. Concentrating on her music, Karen Reshkin plays her violin along with the others in Or- chestra class. movement started that aimed at swing- ing education back to the basics. VMS answered the need for the ba- sics by addng courses that weren’t al- ways fun but were educational. Practi- cal courses such as Nuts and Bolts, and Practice in Composition arrived to teach students the fundamentals of the English language. The Math department followed suit and added courses that would help students by teaching them everyday math concepts. The administration went one step further by making basic skills courses mandatory. Beginning with the class of 1980, all students must take a grammar course, or a composition course to be eligible for graduation. Academics Division — 55 Business majors gain market on jobs and money Although scientists predict that some- day computers will totally eliminate the need for manpower, there is still a shortage of business executives today. In fact, some experts say that a person with a Master’s Degree in Business Ad- ministration holds “the key to the ex- ecutive washroom.” Consequently, many college students are aiming for business degrees. While the college business programs were constantly filled, the Business De- partment at VHS suffered a drop in en- rollment. To provide students with an introduction to business, and also to stimulate their interest, the department added some introductory courses to its curriculum. One course that was not new or basic, but was useful was Busi- ness Law. Those students who took it learned their ways in the world of con- tracts, insurance, and consumer aware- ness. Another field that demands more and THE BUCK’ START HERE more manpower is engineering. Many students took drafting because it was a good introduction to the highly techni- cal field and also because it was inter- esting to see what could be created with the use of lines and forms. The quality of the drafting program could best be described by saying that for the past five years ■ students from VHS have placed first, second, or third in the state drafting contest at Indiana- polis. A common theme throughout the Business Department hangs in the accounting room as a reminder of what business really means. On the road to balancing their books, stu- dents in first year accounting work their way from journals to ledgers. 56 — Business Industrial Arts Apparently pleased with his progress, Matt Lux adds the finishing touches tp his interior design. Lisa Smith works for speed and accuracy during a timed writing drill in typing class. While working on his drafting assignment, Bill Lemmons finds some mistakes that need erasing. In a marketing contest which involved designing a shopping center lor the year 2000 Lisa Frost, Jeff Neely, and Laurie Lemmons took awards for best design. Business lndustrial Arts — 57 While they appear to be sleeping, students in the psychology classes are merely partici- pating in a hypnotism seminar given by psy- chologist Manuel Vargas. Determined to get his point across, Mr. Mar- tin Miller lectures to his fifth hour govern- ment class, a required course for seniors. 58 — Social Studies Topical studies fight boredom offer nappers a change of pace Does the same old stuff at school day after day get you down? Do you need a change of pace? If so, why don’t you try a tour of Europe, a week on the sunny Mediterranean beaches, or a visit to the Far East to revive your- self. Or, if travel isn’t your thing, you might try a session of self-analysis or hypnosis. Don’t let the expense get you down either. For a small fee (about $15 a year for book rental) and a few hours of your time the Social Studies Depart- ment will help you get going again. Manuel Vargas, a Merrillville psychol- ogist, was one of the several guest speakers to visit the psychology classes. He conducted a hypnotism seminar where the students had a chance to be “put under.” The first session in the fall proved so popular that he returned in the spring for an- other visit. Several classes also took a field trip to the Michigan City Prison to talk with inmates. “The students always seem surprised to find out those criminals are really people too,” noted Elizabeth Social Studies was one of the few departments where students learned the material by participating in true-to-life situations. Mrs. Anne Baker, famous for her simulations, used role-playing in her capitalism classes. Students worked for either Hammerhead or Armstrong Mill to learn the fundamentals of business. In Westward Expansion classes, stu- dents created skits and worked on pro- jects dealing with the further settlement of our country. Gurthet, a psychology teacher. Since this year signaled the end of a five-year plan, the department was in the midst of reorganizing the social studies program. Teachers and parents served on a board to review new text- books and to study curriculum changes. The addition to a geography class to the course selection was one of the proposed changes. Meg Davidson, Sue Slingsby, Rob Lines, and Kevin Hoffman participate in a pscyhology discussion during Miss Elizabeth Gurthet’s class. Social Studies — 59 It’s been a long day at the office; I need a breather Aaah! You’re home after a hard day. You’ve finished your work and now you just want to sit back, relax, and take it easy. The Health, P.E., and Driver’s Education departments felt this type of complacency and satisfaction. With no reorganization or radical changes taking place this year, these classes were able to assume a state of normalcy. Although rumor had it that simulated driving was about to replace the actual behind-the-wheel experience in the driv- er Ed. program, instructors vetoed the idea. Learning and practicing life-saving techniques in health class proved suc- cessful. Initiated last year, boating safe- ty taught students the rules for safety and how to rescue victims from the wa- ter. Assistant Fire Chief Phil Griffin taught CPR training, which enabled stu- dents to become registered lifesavers, capable of rescuing heart-attack vic- tims. With the addition of racquetball to the Physical Education Department, students chose from a selection of over 24 different courses. When fencing was added last year, VHS became one of the few schools in the state to include it in its physical education curriculum. In fact, many teachers from other dis- tricts visited VCS for the sole purpose of observing its gym program. Two students in Mr. Mark Watt’s fencing class practice executing the technique “re- treat and attack.” Mr. Skip Collins informs health students Alli- son Craker and Bill Jones of harmful drugs as classified by the U.S. Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs. 60 — HeannrP.E. Driver Ed Fencing students practice the “forward lunge” position. Returning by popular de- mand, Fencing has become one of the most popular gym classes. After a session behind the wheel with instructor Tom Stokes, Drivers Ed. students call it a day and return to the school parking lot. Health P.E. Driver Ed. — 61 Before the holiday break, the French, Ger- man, and Spanish classes assemble to cele- brate Christmas international style. Foreign language students take time out to gather ’round the table and toast the holiday with a Spanish vintage. As her dog cooperates, Lisa Brown explains the technique of bathing a dog for her dem- onstration in speech class. 62 — English Speech For. Language Sellers fight fear and fast-break tendency So you dont’ appeal to many people. Your manners are bad. you use the wrong words at the wrong time, and you usually get nervous when talking to more than two friends at the same time. Life seems hopeless. Help finally arrived for people afflict- ed with this problem, because in addi- tion to learning how to make speeches. Speech Class taught students promo- tion through self-P.R. The class also taught methods of good conduct and self-representation. Since the way a person talks often categorizes him, stu- dents learned speaking skills that could move them ahead” of their particular stereotype. In past years, the English Department added and phased-out courses. Similar to a revolving door, courses were al- ways going in and then coming out of the curriculum. The trend changed, however, when the department didn’t add any new courses and maintained the same curriculum for next year. In addition it hoped to add courses in the future which would stress practical skills such as spelling, job applications, and resumes. Students in third year Spanish class concentrated on using the skills they learned in previous years by preparing resumes. Other third year classes read novels and fables instead of the familiar grammar instruction that normally ac- companied language courses. Demonstrating the strength and skill needed to break a pinata, Jim Meyer enjoys one of the traditional Spanish holiday customs. Displaying the award-winning pinata she made for Spanish class. Erica Reggie ex- plains her method of construction. English Speech For. Language — 63 B BAND — Front Row: G. Harris, S. Swann. D. Renshaw, T. Magnetti, D. Evans, J. Buchanan, L. Deck, L. Hodge, J. Mischanko. Second Row: J. Tiebert, J. Dupes, K. Ferrall, K. Cyzyk, B. Griffin, S. Bondi, V. Weber, J. Poncher, K. Marshall, M. Delumpa, K. Bertholet, K. Doane. Third Row: K. Nightingale, M. Tucker, L. Bozarth, P. Powell, D. Howard, P. Chocker, A. Stratton, B. Terpstra, T. Foster, J. Evans, C. Miller, K. Krebs, A. Platt, N. Reynolds, J. Ikeda, M. Stavreff, K. Murphy, D. Armstrong, S. Tracy, C. Andrews, D. Hunt, T. McBride, M. Moore. Back Row: C. Athanson, S. Huber, C. Parkes. B. Louderback, K. Davidson. P, Niland, L. Kyes, J. Carpenter, M. Keller, S. Hoover, R. Weiler, M. Johnson, B. Morrison, J. Golding, B. Vorwald. A BAND — Front Row: S. Wellner, L. Fritts, R. Kilgour, L. Annen, S. Schroeder, M. Schultz, K. Nagel. K. Rubel, A. Czebaj. Second Row: B. Thomas, S. McFarland, M. Feldman, S. Swann, H. Adams, M. Johnson, C. Schumaker, J. Wehing, P. Smith, B. Raber, L. Bengel, A. Pullins, D. Droege, L. Sundwall, M. Hazlett, P. Berkoski, M. Wessel. Third Row: R. Fleenor, M. Greenawald, D. Kendrick, L. Armstrong, D. Chans, P. Hutton, R. Schroeder, C. Emmons, C. Nulton, D. Mason, D. Sturdevant, D. Reynolds, A. Funk, F. Hicks, K. Luebke, K. Sanford, J. Brockopp, K. Hanner, P. Schiek, J. Fredrick. S. Robinson, B. Watts, D. Rhynard. Back Row: J. Kelley, D. North, T. Uban, C. Hanson, T. McFadden, J. Ungurait, L. Willis, J. Golding, J. Bratsakis, R. Hill, C. Platt, B. Kerlin, J. Chrustowski, J. Bondi. J. Griffin. 64 — Band Musicians prove instrumental in bolstering students’ spirits Thursday night band rehearsals give sophomore Ted Foster a chance to perfect his marching routines for the halftime shows during football games. ORCHESTRA — Front Row: Millie Marshall. Debbie Waseman, Heidi Gebhardt, Sonia Sison, Nancy Gray, Karen Reshkin. Second Row: Victoria Rubel, Diane Cook, Pam Laskey, Prudente Carlos, Andy Freeman, Kathy Woodrich, Liz Brauer, Nora Hagans. Back Row: Jim Washek, Ron Schroeder, John Carlson, Brian Keller. Band — 65 Daniel Pritchett, “another of the fine marching units that VHS has produced.” Highlighting the concert season was the 131 members also worked individually, competing in contests such as All-State Band and NISBOVA. NISBOVA is a contest (continued) S-P-l-R-l-T SPIRIT! Don ' t be surprised to hear cheers coming from the VHS band room instead of the football field. With renewed enthusiasm, music students greatly boosted school spirit. Football season provided plenty of marching experience for the bands. Beginning in August, the students attended organized marching practices to prepare for the first football game, which was held before school even started. With a new style of marching, similiar to that of drum and bugle corps routines, and a flag corps with membership open to all girls, drum majors Barb Raber, Jan Chrustowski, and Rachel Henry successfully led, in the words of directors Robert Miller and the band’s performance at the Indiana Music Educator’s Association state convention in October. Widely reknowned, the A Band was the only band in the entire state invited to the IMEA clinic, which was attended by Indiana’s mu sic directors and featured Dr. William Revelli, one of the most outstanding band directors in this country. While their friends at home suffered with the snow and the cold, the band students were enjoying the Florida sunshine. During spring break junior and senior members embarked on a bi- annual journey highlighted by marching in the parade at Disney World. In addition to performing at concerts Choirs sing anew while orchestra strings together sponsored for all student musicians, who perform by themselves or in ensembles. The bands, choirs, and orchestra also participate in this contest. For the first time since WWI, VHS boasts a full symphonic orchestra. It’s only been in the past several years that interest in the orchestra has increased. Under Rolando Chilian’s direction, the department has now expanded to inciude both strings and winds for concerts. The 40-member ensemble participated in several concerts and contests, including NISBOVA. As if to prove that the sport’s world doesn’t hold a monopoly on player trading, the choir department conducted a switch of its own. Mr. Richard Hein, former director of the junior high school choirs, switched jobs with VHS Director Bernard Butt. Besides trading directors, the choirs also underwent a structural change. Both A and B choirs are mixed, compared to previous years when all male singers automatically joined A choir, regardless of their talent. A full concert schedule, a swing choir contest, NISBOVA, a roast beef dinner, and a week-end trip in the spring kept the 92 members busy all year long. In order to execute a technical passage, freshman violinist Nancy Gray must give all her concentration to the music during an orchestra rehearsal. GIRL’S GLEE CLUB — Front Row: Connie Wilhelm, Cathy Peters, Jean Hardesty. Second Row: Tonya Atwell, Liz McNamara, Lisa Sumner, JoAnne Demeo, Sally Herndon, Kim Wilson, Brenda Tucker. Third Row: Rhonda Stedman, Julia Field, Kathy Donley, Bridget Welsh, Debbie Eaton, Wanda Sutherlln, Debbie Buerhie. Back Row: Ann Wesket, Theresa Channel, Julie Husmann, Lynn Christy, Kelly, Goodman, Diane Lafferty, Polly Powers, Cara Coulter, Diane Lassner. 66 — Band Like many musicians, ninth-grader Jim Washek often finds it diffucult to watch the director, read the music, and play his instrument at the same time. B CHOIR — Front Row: Jamie Dutcher, Debbie Redman, Linda Bell. Carolyn Seeber, Caroline Hefner, Autumn Butt, Tracy Nemeth. Second Row: Karen Kissinger, Mary Shatter, Karen Fritts, Nancy Casbon, Wendy Liddle, Andrea Held, Caroline Schumaker, Wendi Bucher, Toni Margona, Kelly Shadrick. Third Row: Linnea Youngmark, Suzanne West, Lori Lethen, Pam McCormick, Sue Rogers, Juiie Pearson, Pat Leverich, Jackie Smith, Tammy Blau, Jamie Hodurek, Janet Myers. Back Row: Don Rae, Dave Giacobbe, John Reed, Dave Goodrich, Jett Maxey, Peter Bray, Mark Johansen, Rob Odell, Sherri Pauley, Brenda Parks, Tami Christy. A CHOIR — Front Row: King Dahl. Ross Hubbell, Mark Birky. Second Row: Sherri Weekley, Jeff Maxey, Tacy Casbon, Rich Eagen, Paui Karina, Merribeth Haii, Mark Berg, Martha Stoner, Rob Odell. Carol Joseph. Back Row: Tom Golando, Joy Christiansen, Tom Hoyt, Nancy Casbon, Lee Childress, Brett Reeder, Wendy Liddle. Don Liddle. Sonia Sison, Mark Johansen, Pam Heiner, Dave Waiters. Band — 67 While comparing data, seniors Mike Garrett and Bob Davenport and junior Ken Krebs check for accuracy. IPS students, Jo Beth Madsen and Lisa Benda work on the audio portion of their project. Sophomore Melanie Redding watches the mixture in her test tube for a proper reaction. 68 — Math Science IPS Senior Eugene O’Neil concentrates on solving a problem in Pre-Calculus class. Following the directions to his chemistry lab, Scott Morrison places a hot test tube in a beaker. Class threatens gamblers with newfound talents The odds are 10 to 1 that I could come out with a royal flush but then again my opponent ' s odds could be better than mine, and then I’d lose everything. I might have a good shot at drawing an ace. but then my opponent has the same chance at drawing his winning card — I wish I were better at figuring out my odds at winning. Possibly a course on probability and statistics could help a gambler in figuring out his odds. Next year a semester course on probability and statistics will be offered in the Math department, “for students who don’t have time for a full year of math,’’ according to Mr. Don Scott, department chairman. Although the class isn’t designed to teach gambling, knowledge gained from it could come in handy in a gambling type situation. Not to be outdone by the school mathematicians, the science department offered a general physics course to its students. This course is similar to General Chemistry, which was created last year, because It offers students a general background on the science of motion without getting highly technical. The independent study program, revised last year, consists of two students under the supervision of Miss Liz Brown. The areas being researched are the radio and television media. One project of the course has the students involved in a sophomore convocation with a slide-tape presentation. After making adjustments on his balance scale, Greg Engstrom continues on with his experiment. b In his last year of teaching, Mr. Paul Miller lectures on the DNA molecule to his Life Science class. Math Science — 69 Hcilufc buff inlcfc l in licc The Arthurian legend stated that the wizard Merlin was in charge of Arthur’s childhood education, and thus made him the great king that he was. Yet Merlin’s classroom was no castle tower filled with shelves of dusty Latin textbooks, rather his classroom was the nearby forest where Arthur could be close to nature and think among his fellow beasts. Although Merlin and Arthur were long since dead, the idea of the outdoor classroom lived on. Directly behind the football field was that fenced in area that most students and the rest of the community didn’t realize as the VHS Nature Study Area. Its 9.9 acres only part of a 50 acre transaction between the school system and Mr. E.S. Keene in 1967, the Nature Study Area was used to help Science students see life in action in its natural habitat. While the land for the nature study area was purchased in 1967, it wasn’t until 1973, one year after the completion of the new high school, that the school board officially established the nature study area. One year later, the life science classes under Mr. Paul Miller began to organize it into its present state. Beauty Creek winds its way through the middle of the area, and several foot trails throughout the acreage make most of the region easily accessible to students. Mr. Miller tried to keep the area as strictly natural as possible, therefore no maintenance was needed to clean the debris. One man made feature of the nature study was the rainwater drainage system built to accomodate the Special Education and Learning Facility. In cases where the engineers failed to replace things as they were, some needless erosion resulted. Largely unaffected by the drainage as of now, in the event of a heavy rainstorm, the nature study faces possible flooding from the 1700 acre drainage system. V -� � V Although tempered by the effects of harsh weather and vandals, the signs made by Greg Fairchok in 1975 still greets visitors to the Nature Study. In a last ditch attempt to find a Quaking Aspen leaf for her nature study project, Brenda Heaster scans the area for the hard-to-find tree. 70 — Nature Study Feature Farmers used to plant rows of osage orange trees as fences to keep their livestock from straying onto the neighboring farm. Roger Dodrill, Susan Borchertmeyer, Wenyd Bucher, and Steve Dommer inspect an ash tree for signs of decay. Peering through a culvert that will be part of the Nature Study’s pond drainage system, Roger Dodrill contemplates the logistics of the project. Darwin ' s principle on the survival of the fittest applies to the trees in the nature study as they compete against each other for needed sunlight. Since the density of the trees’ foliage allows little sunlight to filter through to the ground below, it us usually dark in the nature study. Nature Study Feature — 71 Too many people cause class to be specialized At times, the darkroom resembled the Black Hole of Calcutta — several people were pushing and shoving, trying to develop their photographs all at once. To top things off, there was only one person available to help this frantic mass of people. The situation was never that bad in photography class, but it could have been, because of the popularity of the course. Consequently, the Art Department decided to narrow down the size of the class. It made Photography a more specialized course by creating Art I and Art II, prerequisites. Since both of these courses were each a semester in length, a student had to have at least a year’s experience in the Art curriculum before entering Photography. The teachers felt that a Photography student would notice more artistic details around him if he had had some introductory background into the world of art. A few years ago, classes for strictly males or females were banned by a law called Title IX. While bachelor living class was phased out, a new co-ed class called family management was introduced. The teachers worried about the boys’ reaction to girls in the class, but the situation did work out. Naturally, practical courses such as cooking and sewing were still offered, but it seemed guys weren’t ready to enroll yet. The Home Ec Department has yet to discover its Halston or Graham Kerr. While checking for possible flaws, photographer Debbie Marasco and fellow classmates Jeff Platt and Carol Stempora look for promising photographs. Besides taking pictures and developing film, Julie Bach shows that photographers must have some knowledge of chemistry. Senior Dave Gertsmier concentrates on perfecting his copper rubbing in art class. With paintbrush firmly in hand, junior Don Peterson attempts to create a masterpiece in watercolors. 72 — Photography Art Home Ec i Performing the not-so-fun aspect of washing dishes, Pat Dziadosz shows that cleaning up must always follow the cooking process. Using his artistic awareness of facial details, Matt Eichelberg tries to paint a portrait of a fellow classmate. In accordance with Title IX, students Alison Craker and Mike Stout prove that co-ed home ec classes can work. Photography Art Home Ec — 73 Long before the Olympic Games, men competed against each other for food, women, and survival. Then after the individual competitions that were encouraged in the Games, team sports were created in which several men were needed to play the game. The men on the team were called, quite naturally, the players. At first, the players weren’t as highly thought of as the person who competed individually on a one-to-one basis. But gradually, spectators learned that the players on a team were also individuals, not automatons. Once they warmed to this fact, the spectators tried to support the teams also. Yet. certain team sports stood out or the list of competitions, and the spectators, being a naturally selective bunch, chose them over the other, less flamboyant, ones. So as one or two sports such as football and basketball dominated the spectator scene, the players on the forgotten teams began to feel their spirits wane. At first they thought their problem was caused by the inconvenience of their scheducles — it was hard for parents and students to arrange their days to be at school for a swim meet or a baseball game at 4:30 on a weekday. After some thought, they decided that couldn’t be it. Maybe publicity was the problem. After all, there weren’t any posters around the school proclaiming a wrestling match. The radio stations weren’t interested in broadcasting the baseball game either. Finally, Pep Club never had a pep session in the spring to gear up the fans for warm weather sports. Whatever it was, the forgotten players were frustrated, hurt, and a little angry. They wondered why they should be overlooked in the scramble to attend winter sports like football and basketball when the fans had to brave the cold to cheer their teams. But, whatever they felt, they still went out and did their best because, even though there were few fans who cared they still had to aim toward self satisfaction with their game. Although Brad Blastick stands only 6 ft. tall, he averaged 20.2 points per game and was named to the Indiana-lllinois All-Star team. 74 — Sports Division While waiting their turn to play, Dave Lebryk and Greg LeoHler watch the game from the bench. Top diver Lisa Frost executes a back somersault dive in a meet against Chesterton. Senior gridder Mike Jones shows the running form that won him the varsity team’s MVP award. Varsity tennis co-captain Dave Mason returns a volley to his opponent’s side of the court. Sports Division — 75 utilizing the advantages of the “I” Sprint offense, quarterback Bill Hess hands off to fullback Scott Snodgrass. Quarterback Bill Hess, keeping the ball on the option, looks upheld for running room. Coaches Sid Reggie and Pat Murphy anxiously await the results of the play from the sidelines. Tailback Don Raymond outmaneuvers his Highland opponent and heads for paydirt. 76 — J.V. Football g( l lUi I liw.jt ' ll JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL OPP VHS Crown Point 0 7 Highland 8 7 Portage 11 7 Hobart 8 7 Chesterton 14 6 M.C. Rogers 18 15 LaPorte 2 13 Merrillville 0 13 Season Record: 3 wins — 5 losses “I Sprint” jells late When first starting out, a baby will step and fall, step and fall until finally he can take two or three steps together. After hours of practice, he can finally place one foot in front of the other and slowly walk. Finally, he’s accomplished it so well that he no longer steps hesitantly. Coaches Reggie and Murphy used the same strategy in changing the J.V. Football Team from the single wing over to the “I Sprint” offense. They set down the basics like filling in the new positions, such as quarterback, experimented by trial and error with these, and gradually got the team used to it. “The ‘I’ took a while to get going,” stated Reggie, “but once we got it down it worked for us.” The J.V. ' s scored a total of 75 points, and 41 of these came in the last three games. Hard-running sophomore Darryl Keller led the team and the new “I” offense with six touchdowns for the season. Jim Lynch added three, while Scott Snodgrass and Tim Selby followed with one each. Don Raymond J.V. FOOTBALL TEAM Front Row: Jim Lynch, Bill Hess, Dave Brown, Brian Bonzani, Todd Trowbridge, Mark Van Hook, Brad Lichtenberger, Scott Mockler, Darrel Keller, Greg Emig, Scott Hubert. Second Row: Al Pittman, Tim Selby. Mark Berg, Kevin Agee. George Moncilovich, Todd Van Keppel, Kevin Murphy. Third Row: Chris Brown. Rich Bland, Dave Birky, Chuck Mertz, Trent Albert, Ed Solomon, Scott Snodgrass. Neil Schroeder. Glen Frazee, Dave Galey, Steve Miller. Fourth Row: Kurt Gesse. Kevin Inches, Mark Kendrick, Bruce Louderback, Tim Eckert, Gary Pavich, Bruce Stombaugh, Don Raymond, Gerald Moran, Todd Smith. Back Row: Coach Pat Murphy, Mike Mueller, Tom Swanson, Jim Benton, Tom Blaney, Steve Ikeda, Mike Dowd, Eric Berg, Dave Goodrich, Coach Sid Reggie. With Don Raymond holding, George Moncilo- vich drills the extra point through the uprights. in season ran in a two point conversion. George Moncilovich kicked seven of ten extra points to boost the score. While the offense took a while to get started, the defense held the team together. The defense allowed their opponents to score only 61 points in eight games, an average of only seven and a half per game. The JV defenders boasted one of the best defensive records in years. They put up goal line stands, stopped their opponents on fourth and one situations, and constantly held other teams below their potential rushing and passing ability. “Our defense held us together until the offense got going,” remarked Reggie. Dave Birkey led the defense with 86 tackles while Steve Miller and Dave Brown received the star award, (blocked punts, interceptions, and fumble recoveries.) The defense shut out their opponents twice, while in two other games, held them to only one touchdown. In the game against LaPorte, the JV gridders held their opponents to a safety, for two points. After taking the pitch on the option, Darrel Keller turns upfield. J.V. Football Sophomore Tim Leveritt pops through a hole in the defense created by the blocking of Brian Dogan. VARSITY FOOTBALL VHS OPP Munster 0 7 Crown Point 21 7 Portage 10 3 Gary Roosevelt 21 0 Chesterton 14 17 M.C. Rogers 13 28 LaPorte 16 20 Merrillville 14 27 Plymouth 23 14 Hobart 7 10 Season Record: 4 wins — 6 losses rmiss ' givl mKlNG ' fMIkOl yiKINQSi 2 ' ' ikinb VfXINGF vikings IIKIHQS IIKINOS VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM — Fr ont Row: Jim Stanton, Tim Balko, Greg Loeffier, Rick Young, Ken Grindiay, Kurt Lightcap, Mike Daras, Ron Mueller, Ken Oglesby, Rob Daniel, Jeff Sus- dorf, Dave Lebryk. Second Row: Kevin Roof, Dan Johnson, Matt Lux, Brian Dogan, Cliff Kis- singer, Keith Domke, Jeff Neely, Steve Carichoff, Mike Jones, Bret Marcinkowski, Ray Kluth. Third Row: Gary Kukulies, Mark Manatrey, Todd Albert, Tim Deiotte, Mitch Merle, Mike Le- veritt, Drew Armstrong, Paul Choker, Dan Walk- er, Troy Hartwig, Bill Karcher, Scott Will. Fourth Row: Mark Luther, Dan Copsy, Dan Hanchar, Dirk Bengal, Jeff Corsbie, Jay Gebhardt, Brian Bell, Tom Bolde, Kevin Leffew, Tony Priano, Tom Jakab. Fifth Row: Bob Strong, Mike Brown, Bill Wright, Corby Leininger, Doug Uridel, Craig McCarran, Tim Thoreson, Tim Leveritt, Andy Eldridge, Chris Carr, Bruce Pauley, Bill Thomas. Back Row: Principal Garth Johnson, Athletic Director C.J. Doane, Trainer Rod Moore, Manager Craig Kenworthy, Coach John Cook, Coach Chuck Stanier, Coach Mark Watts, Coach Pat Murphy, Team Physician Dr. Robert Stoltz, Coach Sid Reggie, Head Coach Mark Hoffman. 78 — Varsity Football Kicker Keith Domke puts his foot into a 22- yard field goal against the LaPorte Slicers. In a tense moment Viking defenders Tim Deiotte and Ron Mueller concentrate on the upcoming play. Rick Young, VMS tailback, dives toward the ball lor a short gain against Portage. “I sprint” means end of single-wing era People find it difficult changing neighborhoods, as well as changing schools, but the varsity football team found out this year that it is just as hard to change their format. For 15 years Valpo fans have been used to seeing the VHS gridders lining up in the single wing offense, but Head Coach Mark Hoffman brou ght with him in his second year of coaching a new type of offense that many of the players found strange. Coach Hoffman commented that the offense had trouble adjusting to the plays with their handoffs and their blocking, but after a lot of practice they found themselves playing some tough football. Valpo opened with a loss to an always tough Munster team and then followed that up with three straight wins including an exciting overtime victory over defending state champion Portage 10-3. The Vikes lost five of their last six games, but were in contention in everyone of them. Coach Hoffman said that Valpo played two of their best games, as well as two of their most exciting games in unfortunate losses to Merrillville and Hobart. Along with the new offense the Vikes entered their second year of the 50 defense, and showed what a little experience can do. Senior Greg Loeffler led the defense with 98 tackles and as a result was named to the first team of the all DAC squad. Along with Loeffler, Valpo ' s leading receiver, Dave Lebryk, punter Dan Johnson, and kicker Keith Domke were named to the same team. The exciting play of the Vikes, both on offense and defense was not the only highlight of the 1978 season. Mike Jones, the team speedster, set a new state record for returning kick-offs for touchdowns with four, and as a result was named MVP for the team. Coach Hoffman is looking for an improvement in the execution of the new offensive plays next year because of the experience that the Vikes got this year. He also expects an improvement of his team’s 4-6 record. Varsity Football — 79 Barb Wiggins smashes a crunching blow to the fairway during a match. girls ' GOLF TEAM — Pam Pavacik, Jan Chrustowski, Sue Vondran, Jane Lyons, Shannon Murphy, Eva Lundewall, Lauralyn Bengal, Linda Brown. Barb Wiggins, Wendy Horwitz. GIRLS’ GOLF VHS M.C. Elston Marquette W Andrean Munster W New Prairie W M.C. Rogers W LaPorte L Portage Chesterton W Merrillville W Hobart w SECTIONALS 1st REGIONALS 7th Season Record: 10 wins — 2 losses Shannon Murphy, the team’s most consistent golfer, tackles the sand traps. w Experience lacks, but victory prevails Oh no, I sliced it. Maybe if my sec- ond shot is good. I could get a little closer. There it is — that’s better — Now if my putt goes straight maybe — it’s going — going — YES, I did it, a par!!! The style of play for the girls golf team was filled with surprises and turn- ing events. Compiling a record of 10-2, the golfers proved that the loss of many of their star players would not damage the team’s performance. After winning the sectionals and placing 7th in the regionals. Coach Nancy Hutton said she was, “pleased and proud of the accomplishments this team has made because they did lack the com- petitive experience.” Spurring the golfers on during the season was record breaker Shannon Murphy who carded a 39 to set a new school record for front nine play at For- est Park. Others who came through in the clutch when they needed a big win. especially over Michigan City Rogers to capture sole possession of 2nd place in DAC play were Jane Lyons and Pam Pavacik. Returning lettermen for next year are: Pam Pavacik, Sue Vondran, Jane Ly- ons, Eva Lundewall and Wendy Hor- witz. Senior Linda Brown practices her putting before a crucial match against Gary An- drean. On the edge of the fringe, Jane Lyons makes it look easy as she rolls the ball up next to the pin. Girls Golf 81 CROSS COUNTRY TEAM — Front Row: Karl Abraham, Dave Hanna. Greg Garrard, John Un- guraif, Jeff Wehling, Randy Sienkowski, Randy Fleenor. Back Row: Coach Skip Collins, Chris Hansen, Jim Startt, Scott Morrison, Dave Gerts- meier, Tom Hayden, Mike Krieger, Rod Rumford. Not Pictured: Pat Noonan. CROSS COUNTRY VHS OPP M.C. Marquette 18 47 Horace Mann 21 36 Kouts 15 46 Hobart 29 27 M.C. Rogers 24 31 Portage 47 15 Merrillville 23 33 LaPorte 25 30 Chesterton 34 21 Hammond High 43 17 INVITATIONALS VHS Hobart 7th Duneland Conference 4th Sectionals 5th Dual Record 6-4 Showing good running form, junior Jeff Wehling captures another Valpo first against LaPorte. 82 — Cross Country Junior Scott Morrison rests after a hard and grueling meet against Chesterton. Injured at the Rogers meet, star runner Pat Noonan sits out another match in frustration. Exhaustion reflected on his face, Randy Sienkowski finishes among the leaders. ‘Ifs’ slow down performance and morale Historians often dwell upon the out- come of a great battle or a specific event by asking themselves the great question if . If George III had allowed the colonies more self-rule would there be a United States today?” or If Hitler had gone ahead with the production of the jet plane would the Allies still have won the Second World War? The cross country team had a good year but it could have been better if” Pat Noonan were healthy, stated Coach Skip Collins. The injury of the consis- tent Noonan caused a set back to the team, but there were still bright spots in the season. The dedicated runners of Coach Col- lins compiled a season record of 6-4 by working hard through the whole season. By running 75 miles a week they worked to get in condition. For some this practice payed off. Ju- nior Jeff Wehling took up the slack when Noonan was injured during the season and brought in a lot of needed points, plus in the process qualified for the regionals. Although he was injured, Noonan’s reputation earned him a spot on the All-Conference Team. One of the highlights of the season was the dual meet victory over Michi- gan City Rogers. Other highpoints of the season were the performances giv- en by two outstanding sophomores, Chris Daly and Randy Sienkowski, as they burned up the opponents’ courses in quick times. Looking ahead toward next year. Coach Collins summed it up optimisti- cally, “We hope to be stronger next year because of the large number of promising underclassmen.” Cross Country — 83 Showing fierce determination, junior Dave Koenig stings a backhand toward his opponent. VARSITY TENNIS TEAM — Front Row: Paul Baepler, Co-Captains Dave Mason and Rich Eagen, Steve Pitts, Manager Tom Sawyer. Back Row; Coach Steve Doak; Ernesto Cercas, Mark Keller, Phil Miller, Ken Krebs, Dave Koenig. BOYS’ VARSITY TENNIS VMS OPP Chesterton 4 1 M.C. Rogers 2 3 S.B. Adams 3 2 Munster 0 5 Portage 3 2 Merrillville 4 1 Hobart 3 2 LaPorte 1 4 Crown Point 1 4 Chesterton 4 1 M.C. Rogers 3 2 Culver 0 5 Merrillville 5 0 Hobart 4 1 Portage 1 4 LaPorte 2 3 PERU TOURNEY Ft. Wayne Snyder 3 2 West Laffayette 2 3 Peru 0 5 SECTIONALS LaPorte 1 4 Season Record: 10 wins — 10 losses Senior Paul Baepler shows the look of concentration as he executes a perfect overhead smash. 84 — Boys’ Tennis Bumps and bruises pay off for Viking netmen Leon Spinks rolled with the punches to get the heavy weight championship from Muhammed Ali. The Montreal Canadians took a beating from the Boston Bruins to win the Stanley Cup, and the Varsity Tennis Team took a few lumps from their opponents on the way to a 10-10 season overall and an 8-4 season in the Duneland Athletic Confer- ence. The Vikes found out this year that anything worth having is worth suffering for. According to Coach Steve Doak, “The team faced the toughest schedule in the history of the school.” The VHS netters opened their season with a vic- tory over Chesterton, and went on to face three former state champions in a row. The boys in green boldly marched onto the courts and proceeded to de- feat the Goliath South Bend Adams team only to fall at the hands of Michi- gan City Rogers and Munster. Freshman Steve Pitts (13-7) and Ju- nior Ken Krebs (12-9), who had the best records on the team, joined in vic- torious battles against highly ranked Fort Wayne Snyder, and sectional champion Portage in two of the team’s best performances. Junior Mark Keller kicked and scratched his way into the semi-finals against the top players in the state, when the tennis team attended the Laf- fayette Jeff Tourney. The Vikings also participated in a tournament at Peru, Indiana where they captured the match against Fort Wayne Snyder. Post-season play found the Vikes fail- ing for the first time in five years to reach to sectional finals. Coach Doak was not disapponted and is looking for- ward to next year with high optimism. JV TENNIS TEAM — Front Row: Kurt Ward. Paul Madrid. Mike Mutka, Lance Nightingale. Second Row: Tim Turner, Mike Kluth, Steve Ko- bak. Bill Lemmons, Coach Jerry Hager. Back Row: Dave Frieske, Alex Garlup, Ross MacLen- non. Chip Kuhrts, Jeft Lamberson, Mark Maren- cik. VHS doubles player Rich Eagen lunges for a forehand volley, while his partner Phil Miller watches in anticipation. Boys’ Tennis — 85 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL TEAM — Front Row: Brigid Bartelmo, Mary Shaffer, Second Row: Kim Carichoff, Sue Slingsby, Dawn Hernandez, Janet Dommer. Back Row: Coach Doug McGriff, JoJo Trapp, Judy Edgecomb, Debbie Lahti, Judy Find- ing, Millie Marshall, Ann Crowley. AHer a perfect set from teammate Laura Ul- man, (20), sophomore Kim Lovett spikes it home. With teammates Debbie Lahti and Sue Slingsby anxiousiy watching, junior Ann Crowley sets up for the spike. Sophomore Valerie Breen dinks the ball over the net against Crown Point while her team- males look on. Junior Judy Findling shows off the style that made her one of the leading servers of the varsity team. 86 — Girls’ Volleyball Reaction is the name of the game ‘‘We had a tough season, and played a lot of tough teams. Things didn’t go our way,” remarked Coach Doug McGriff. The teams’ hard luck was reflected on the Varsity’s 6-12 record, and the J.V. record of 6-10, but the season records can be de- ceiving. The volleyball teams played hard, and gave it everything they had. They spent hours of practice each day working on basic passing, spiking, and serving skills, along with going over their defensive and offen- sive strategies. Debbie Lahti, the only team mem- ber to make all conference stated, ‘‘We were fundamentally sound, and we had a lot of depth. The people on the bench were just as good as the ones on the court.” Coach McGriff stated, “A lot of people get the wrong idea about vol- leyball. It’s not a popular sport be- cause it is a very difficult sport to play.” The game of volleyball is mostly reactions. A player must react quickly to the ball, and to the ac- tions of the other players. Volleyball takes a high amount of skill, and both teams had the skill. Probably the major problem with the volleyball teams was that they got behind ear- ly, and always had to play catch up. The offense the teams used was an older style offense that confused other teams. The offense made it dif- ficult for advanced, more sophisticat- ed teams because it made them slow down their momentum. Momentum, along with enthusiasm, and the ability to react quickly are probably the three most important qualities of a voleyball team. Both teams were high on enthusiasm, and they all had the ability to react quickly. If the season recor ds were based solely on enthusiasm and re- actions, both teams might have gone unbeaten. GIRLS’ VARSITY VOLLEYBALL Knox L Crown Point W Hammond Gavit L Munster L Portage L Highland L LaPorte L Calumet L Chesterton W M.C. Rogers L Merrillville L North Judson L Hobart W Morton L Washington Twp. W Westville W SECTIONALS M.C. Elston W M.C. Marquette L SEASON RECORD: 6-12 GIRLS’ J.V. VOLLEYBALL Knox W Crown Point L Hammond Gavit L Munster L Portage L Highland L LaPorte L Calumet W Chesterton L M.C. Rogers L Merrillville L North Judson W Hobart W Morton L Washington Twp. W Westville W SEASON RECORD: 6-10 JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL TEAM — Front Row: Kim Micciche, Melanie Redding, Chris Marshall. Second Row: Pam Powell, Laura Ulman, Dalynn Valette, Denise Howard, Jennifer Goulding. Back Row: Coach Wilma Detwiler, Me- gan Buckley, Casia Doane, Sue Heimberg, Valarie Breen, Kim Lovett, Karen Molitoris, Manger Tammy Magnetti. Girls Volleyball GIRLS’ SWIMMING TEAM — Front Row: Sandy Washek, Lisa Frost, Ellie Sachs, Jennifer Bratton, Sue Roberts, Cindy Willis, Joann DeMeo, Kati Robinson. Second Row: Becky Redelman, Lisa Sumner, Becky Donley, Nancy Howard, Mar- garet Kendall, Joann Mischenko, Tracy Redding, Andrea Medema, Maggie Potis, Jane Poncher. Third Row: Asst. Coach Tom Rice, Julie Neeley, Senior Lisa Frost extends her body to touch the water at the end of her dive. Ann Stratton, Denise Kendricks, Linda Sizen, Jean Carlson, Lynette Banos, Cheryl Vocke, Lou- ise Neis, Toni Hienen, Beth Dugan, Coach Ann Davies. Back Row: Julie Bickel, Kathy Garret. Ja- net Kendall, Laura Neis, Gwen Craig, Lisa Doug- las, Autumn Butt, Brenda White, Mary Farrell. Ei- leen Neis, Becky Evans, Stacy Trowbridge, Lynn Kenworthy. Third time proves a charmer as coach uncorks winning vintage Although it would be an absurd thought to think of a slab of cheese or a bottle of wine being the coach of the girls’ swimming team, the three have similar characteristics. Both cheese and wine get better with age, and so do coaches. Head Coach Ann Davies, now in her third year at VHS, brought up a young group of swimmers, and formed not only phys- ical champions but mental champions out of them as well. Davies and Diving Coach Tom Rice injected a type of en- thusiasm into the swimmers that had never before been seen at VHS. The coaching duo worked the girls into be- coming good swimmers by practicing three times a week before school and every night after school. The girls learned to attack each meet with the teamwork that had won matches for them previously. The season was highlighted by many exciting victories, including a 70 point victory over Hobart, 117-47. Led by the performances of two-time Duneland Conference MVP Louise Neis, Ellie Sachs, Eileen Neis, divers Lisa Frost, Maggie Potis, and Joanne Mischenko, the Vikes compiled a very respectable 9-3 record. By the end of the season the girls were in top condition and ready for the statewide tournament. The team had high hopes as it captured the sectional and conference crowns, but saw its dream crumbie as it took 16th in the state finals. At the state meet several girls placed well individually. Joanne Mischenko tied for 13th in diving, Ellie Sachs took 10th and 7th in the 200 and 500 free re- spectively, Louise Neis came out 11th in the 200 IM, and 8th in the 100 free. The 400 free relay team of Ellie Sachs, Eileen Neis, Lynda Sizen, and Louise Neis captured 9th place. 88 — Girls Swimming GIRLS’ SWIMMING VHS OPP S B. Adams 118 70 M.C. Rogers 106 78 Hobart 117 47 Merrillville 84 88 S.B. Clay 86 85 Chesterton 94 78 Portage 111 61 Munster 67 102 La Porte 100 72 Crown Point 81 91 Mishawaka Marian 105 61 Highland 109 63 Merrillville Relays 5th Conference 1st Sectionals 1st State 16th Season Record: 9-3 Several VMS awimmera join in a rally after an exciting victory over South Bend Clay. Eileen Neis, VMS butterfly specialist, pulls toward the finish in a meet against Chester- ton. Joanne Mischanko performs a twist dive dur- ing a meet against South Bend Clay. Girls Swimming — 89 Working its way up the iadder, but stiii taking care of business When someone comes out of college and goes into business, he always has to start out at the bottom and work his way up. The same situation exists at the VHS Basketball Company. Players fresh out of 9th grade have to work up the ranks before they can make the top — the varsity — and that is the purpose of the J.V. and Sophomore basketball teams. The J.V. basketball team was one of the strongest in years. Boasting of a tremendous 15-5 record (8-1 in the DAC), second year coach Bob Punter was enthusiastic about the season. For the second consecutive year Punter’s team was the top J.V. team in the Dun- eland Conference. Using a “Run and Jump” defense, the J.V.’s captured 11 straight victories from December 16 to February 16, in- cluding their fifth consecutive J.V. tour- nament victory. At the season’s close team captains Ron Mueller and Mark Keller took the awards for assists leader and top rebounder respectively. While the Sophomore team only carded an 8-8 record overall, they were 6-3 from the beginning of the year, and got stronger as the season progressed. Ninth year coach Lew Rhinehart said that this year’s team was balanced and capable of turning early weaknesses into strengths, which they did. The scoring on the team was divided between five players who each scored 70 points or more. This balance of scoring which was the result of their Motion Offense”, helped the sopho- mores defeat three teams at the end of the year which had previously beaten them. Both coaches expect to have good teams next year with the influx of new sophomore players. J.V. BASKETBALL TEAM — Front Row: Don- nie Raymond. Eddie Solomon, Steve Miller, Ron Mueller. Daryle Keller. Back Row: Tim Eckert, Mark Keller, Coach Bob Punter, Jerry Millender, Pete Bray. While Bill Hess and Randy Sienkowski wait for the point, Dave Brown attempts to shoot over the outstretched arms of the Kouts de- fender. J.V. BASKETBALL VHS OPP Highland 43 30 Gary Roosevelt 32 47 Hammond 36 41 Chesterton 42 36 Merrillville 45 51 Plymouth 41 52 Portage 42 33 M.C. Rogers 52 30 Chesterton 56 38 Hammond Morton 51 40 LaPorte 51 40 M.C. Regers 58 40 Lew Wallace 55 36 Portage 48 47 Lafayette Jeff 51 39 Hobart 49 44 Munster 59 53 Crown Point 57 58 Logansport 52 38 North Judson 66 61 Season Record: 15-5 90 — J.V. Sophomore Basketball In a game against the Chesterton Trojans, sophomore Eddie Solomon shoots a jump shot. Daryle Keller drives up and over the Trojan defenders for two points. SOPHOMORE BASKETBALL VHS OPP Boone Grove 48 27 North Judson 43 42 Munster (OT) 50 51 Merrillville 33 58 LaPorte 38 40 Merrillville 38 60 Hebron 46 30 LaPorte (OT) 39 36 Portage 43 45 Hebron (Forfeit) W North Judson (OT) 53 61 Hobart 43 27 Munster 49 41 Portage 43 45 Tourney Munster 34 54 LaPorte 44 38 Season Record: 8 8 SOPHOMORE BASKETBALL TEAM — Front Row: Dave Brown, Jeff Criswell, Brian Boefel, Bill Hess, Randy Sienkowski. Back Row: Coach Lew Rhinehart, Jim Benton, Dave Birky, Chris Stark, Jon Thomas, Bruce Lauderback. J.V. Sophomore Basketball — 91 ‘Bench warmers’ aid victory romp Senior center Jerry GoH, (67’), show hie jumping ability by easily laying-in two points. BOYS ' VARSITY BASKETBALL VHS OPP Highland 85 88 (2 OT) Gary Rooaavalt 72 74 Hammond 61 82 Chaatarton 88 79 Marriilviila 63 79 (OT) Plymouth 87 58 Elaton 65 87 La Porta 66 69 Chaatarton 66 69 Hammond Morton S3 42 La Porta 78 63 Rogara 63 87 Gary Wallaca 72 45 Lafayatta Jaff 70 66 Portaga 64 63 Hobart 66 63 Munatar 53 55 Crown Point 56 51 Loganaport 58 60 (3 OT) North Judaon 88 59 SECTIONALS VHS OPP Chaatarton 60 57 (OT) Portaga 65 60 Boona Grova 59 57 REGIONALS Oragon Davia 82 54 Rogara 63 68 Seaton Record: 15-10 Just like a Swiss Army knife, with each of its separate tools doing its own job and yet complementing each other, this year’s Varsity Basketball team had a lot of depth and versitility. The Vi- kings worked together as a team, using a team oriented offense called the “mo- tion offense. But what gave the Vikes their best advantage was the quality of the substitutes as well as the starters. A lot of our success was due to our strong bench. We had a lot of depth,” remarked Skip Collins, varsity coach. Collins also stated that he had a substi- tute on the bench that was just as good as the one playing, with the ex- ception of Brad Blastick. Jeff Furiin, Tim Deiotte, Phil Miller, and Dave Le- bryk came strong off the bench, always ready to help the team. Blastick again paced the Vikings with 504 points. He finished his high school career with 1029 total points, second only to Joe Otis in Viking history. Bias- tick averaged 20.2 points per game this year, which led the conference. Blastick said, “I think we had a good season, and with a few breaks we could easily have been 18-2 or 19-1 and rated high- [ ly in the state polls going into section- als.” He added, “I think that everybody had a good time during the season, and playing in the post-season tourna- ment is an experience I will never for- get-” Also contributing much to the offense k was senior Mike Brown, and sophomore Rob Harden. Blastick and Brown were also the top rebounders, along with Jer- ry Gott and Phil Miller. Senior guard Gary Krueger proved to be the most valuable defender. He came on strong offensively during the home stretch of the season, helping the team when it slumped. In sectionals, the Vikings fought off late surges by their opponents and won all three games to capture the crown. And in the South Bend regional, the fol- lowing weekend, the Vikings smashed Oregon Davis by 28 points, but then lost the nightcap by W points to a tough Michigan City Rogers team, 68- 63. Every man proved to be valuable to Collins in one way or another. Even though the Vikings boasted much indi- vidual talent, they worked together as a team, finishing with 15-10 record. Before the half begins. Coach Skip Collins gives the Vikings some last minute instruc- tions. 92 — Varsity Basketball Putting up a picture-perfect jump shot, sen- ior guard Gary Krueger scores for the Vi- kings. With five minutes remaining in the second game of sectionals, senior Mike Brown calm- ly puts up a free throw with center Phil Mill- er and guard Rob Harden looking on. In an attempt to score, senior Brad Blastick drives the baseline on his Chesterton oppo- nent. VARSITY TEAM — 1979 Valparaiso Sectional Champions Front Row: Varsity Cheerleaders: Cyndi Huseman, Ruth Lohmeyer, Nancy Oliver, Lisa Mitchell, Pam Harbold. Second Row: Jeff Purlin, Tim Deiotte, Mike Smith, Gary Krueger, Rob Harden, Coach Skip Collins. Third Row: J.V. Coach Bob Punter, Manager John Phillips, Soph. Coach Lew Rhinehart, Doug Powell, Mike Brown, Dave Pursley, Dave Lebryk, Phil Miller, Jerry Gott, Brad Blastick. Varsity Basketball — 93 J.V. sophomore forward Missy Eaton drives the lane and scores two more lor the Vi- kings. GIRLS J.V. BASKETBALL VHS OPP Crown Point 22 14 Lafayette Jeff 39 27 Hammond Morton 32 29 M.C. Rogers 35 45 LaPorte 31 36 Highland 32 23 North Judson 33 32 Chesterton 22 36 Lake Central 27 14 Portage 37 19 Munster 24 27 Hobart 41 11 Merrillville 24 23 Season Record: 9-4 JUNIOR VARSITY TEAM — Front Row: Sue Telschow, Dawn Schueler, Jody Gutt, Jennifer Goulding. Kim Rudd. Second Row: Kris Marshall, Melanie Redding, Missy Eaton, Julie Neely, Laurie Lambert, Manager Michelle Hazlett. Third Row: Coach Chris Prickett, Megan Buckley, Kasia Doane, Valarie Breen, Cathy Hillenbrand, Suzi Phillips. Outmanuering her Crown Point opponents, three year letterman Judy Edgecomb easily puts it in for two. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL VHS OPP Crown Point 57 31 Lafayette Jeff 59 45 Hammond Morton 39 36 M.C. Rogers 45 60 LaPorte 39 41 Benton Central 54 50 Rochester 32 51 Highland 50 51 Chesterton 58 32 Lake Central 45 21 Portage 56 36 Munster 51 36 Hobart 64 31 Merrillville 57 46 SECTIONAL Portage 53 26 Chesterton 64 56 Washington Township 64 28 REGIONAL Benton Central 43 47 Season Record: 14-5 Ufi.LP 94 — Girls J.V. Varsity Basketball Vikes prove unbeatable on home court Not since Coach John Wooden led his UCLA Bruins to an unprecedented 88 consecutive wins has the basketball world ever witnessed a feat like the VMS Girls Basketball Team accom- plished. Coach Ciciora and his fighting Viqueens had a 12-0 home court re- cord, which maintained the team ' s home winning streak that began De- cember 7, 1977. Keeping this record intact on the home floor wasn’t easy. Injuries to Lisa Kenyon and Mary Jo Anieitner hurt the team because these two would have contributed to both the offense and de- fense. Helping to compile a final record of 11-4 were starters: Sue Watts, Debbie Lahti, Leigh Stokes, Judy Herren, and Judy Edgecomb. Also a strong bench contributed to the teams sensational re- cord. The Viqueens had a tough battle but defeated Portage, Chesterton, and Washington township to capture the Sectional crown. Benton Central, how- ever, sneaked by the team and crushed their hopes for the Regional crown. To put a perspective on the season as a whole. Coach Ciciora stated, “I’ve had more fun coaching this team than in my 22 years of coaching. The girls have been cooperative and hardwork- ing, and I’m proud of what we’ve ac- complished.’’ Miss Chris Prickett and her Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Team scrapped and fought to a respectable 9-4 record. Sophomore Missy Eaton lead the team with 83 rebounds and Lauri Lambert drilled in 86 total offensive points. VARSITY TEAM — Front Row: kathy Schultz, Lisa Kenyon, Janet Dommer, Leigh Stokes, Millie Marshall. Second Row: Mary Jo Anieitner, Judy Herren, Rohe Raelson, Judy Edgecomb. Back Row: Coach Dale Ciciora, Sue Watts, Shelley Ea- ton, Debbie Lahti, Judy Findling, Manager Mi- chelle Hazlett. Showing the strong Valpo defense, Debbie Lahti, Judy Edgecomb, and Sue Watts bring down the rebound. Girls J.V., Varsity Basketball — 95 Seniors use big brother appeai to win At one point or another in a person ' s life he or she has looked up to a big brother or sister. Thinking back you could remember how they taught you to ride your first bike or skip your first stone across a pond. Many times you wondered if there was anything they couldn’t do. It also seemed that they were always there when you needed them, giving you advice to solve one of your worldly problems. Sure sometimes their advice or criticism wasn’t always appreciated, but you found out later that every little tip or trick they taught you helped you to mature and grow strong. Well based on the same princi- ple the seniors used their experience and wisdom to help the Varsity wres- tlers post a 9-4 record. Coach John Cook explained, “We had good records out of our seniors and that was the key to our success, and their leadership was also vital to the teams performance.’’ Two seniors who showed that persis- tance and experience pays off were Jay Piatek and Jeff Neely. Piatek sported a 24-3 record while Neely was 15-10. Both took their records as far as the Semi-State meet. Piatek finished up 3rd and Neely lost to the defending state champ. The Varsity team as a whole finished second in both the Calumet Tourney and the Sectionals, while fin- ishing up 3rd in the Duneland Confer- ence and 4th in the Regionals. One of the highlights of the season was when the Viking Grapplers beat Portage, a first in the history of Valpo wrestling. The Junior Varsity ended its season with a 10-2 record. Three matmen who went through the season with undefeat- ed records were: Doug Phillips, Rich Roberts and Jim Bratsakis. Three-year letterman Jay Piatek uses his knowledge and technique to control his Ho- bart opponent. Boys’ Wrestling Varsity Wrestling Munster Andrean Kankakee Valley Wallace Hobart Chesterton Roosevelt Portage LaPorte Hammond High Hammond Clark M.C. Rogers Merrillville SECTIONAL VHS OPP 30 31 47 14 53 9 53 8 13 39 38 20 49 11 29 27 11 40 23 35 43 13 52 12 31 25 2nd Season Record: 9-4 Attempting to upend his Hobart opponent, senior Cliff Kissinger tries for a takedown. Sophomore Kevin Leffew is declared the winner after a close match against Chester- ton. WRESTLING TEAM — Front Row: Joe Hut- ton, Doug Phillips, Chris Miller, Mark Van Hook, John Hay, Drew Armstrong, Mike Krieger, Greg Emig. Second Row: Scott Snodgrass, Todd Trowbridge, Steve Ikeda, Bill Karcher, Cliff Kissinger. Del Pittman, Kevin Knoerschild, Jim Bratsakis. Third Row: Gary Starkey, Kevin Brophy, Jay Piatek, Mickey Campbell, Kevin Leffew, Tom Bolde, Jeff Nee- ly, Brian Dogan, Dave Farrow, Steve Kobak, Mike Bartelmo, Fred Pittman. Boys’ Wrestling — 97 During a meet against Griffith, junior diver, Bruce Morrison performs a back-layout dive. BOY’S SWIM TEAM — Front Row: Adria Platt, Dean Clifford, Steve Schuk, Kunio Kasahara, Jim Pyle, Jerome Troy, Mike Johnson, John Warwick, Mark Reiner, Coach Charles E. “Skip Bird. Sec- ond Row: Joy Lasky, Bruce Steckler, Phil Glynn, Bill Thomas, Paul Smith, Paul Sommers, Jim Mey- er, Marty Filipowski, Craig McCarron, Mark Ma- vity. Third Row: Nora Hagans, Roger Runk, Jeff Peterson, Paul Anderson, Mike Garret, Nathan Bretscher, Todd Bickel, Mark Schenck, Brian Tonner, Jeff Harms, Don Liddle. Back Row: Louis Neis, Andy Snyder, Dave Dipert, Ed Konlar, Eric Charon, Jeff Rutt, John Schmucker, Mike Tonner, Elliot Glynn, Brian Sinclair, Tim Dust. 98 — Boys ' Swimming Letterman Craig McCarron exhibits the form that earned him the State Championship in the 100 fly. BOYS’ SWIMMING VHS OPP Griffith 111 60 Hammond High 106 65 Lowell 94 77 Hobart 130 42 Chesterton 110 64 Munster 7$ 96 Portage 109 62 Gary Wirt 56 23 S.B. Adams 79 93 LaPorte 119 51 Rensselaer 96 76 Highland 77 95 Crown Point 67 106 Hammond Bishop Noll 57 112 Merrillville L Merrillville Invitational 4th Conference 1st Sectional 3rd State 9th Season Record: 9 wins-5 losses Psychos wind up, swim downstate Picture yourself sitting in a dark cor- ner, your fingers spread apart on your abdomen, and your eyes rolled back into your head, while a faint voice in the background recites the numbers from 20 to 1 in descending order. Sud- denly, you have a vision placed into your head and your body is relaxed, but as you gradually awaken you feel a sudden rush of energy. You’ve just ex- perienced the feeling of psycho-cyber- netics, a new technique of mind training employed by Coach Skip Bird with the Boys’ Swim Team. This system of mental rehearsal seemed to work for the Vikes as they captured seven of their first eight matches. Star swimmers Craig McCar- ron, who won the state championship in the 100 fly, Nathan Bretscher, and Mark Mavity led the team to a final re- cord of 9-5. Thirteen year veteran coach Bird stressed the tactics of psycho-cybernet- ics strongest toward the end of the season, and as a result wound up with his team peaking for the statewide tour- nament. At the close of the year Valpo sent four swimmers and one diver to the finals. At the state championship Valpo took ninth place as a result of some fine efforts that were put in by Nathan Bretscher, who placed ninth in the 500 and the 200 IM, Mark Mavity, who took ninth in the 200, and Craig McCarron, who finished ninth in the 50 and won the 100 fly in a new school record. These three and freshman Roger Runk combined to form the Valpo free relay team which took seventh. Dave Dipert also qualified for the state diving finals, but failed to place. As Eric Charon touches the wall, junior Craig McCarron starts the third leg of the Medley Relay. To excel in the freestyle, trophy award-win- ner Nathan Bretscher relies upon perfect form, practice, and natural talent. Boys ' Swimming Depth charge vaults jumpers into title camp “It was one of the best seasons we’ve ever had!” exclaimed Lori Waik- er, gymnastics coach. For the first time in Walker’s four-year coaching career at VHS, the Viking gymnasts captured first place in the Duneland Conference by tying Merrillville for the title. Walker said that everyone on the team deserved much credit for their hard work and dedication, but she es- pecially praised Julie Poncher, Holly Adams, Pam Harbold, Mickey Mannel, Nancy Howard, and Debbie Brady. Brady picked up the highest single event score of the season, receiving a 9.45. Brady also was the highest op- tional scorer in the sectionals, even though she suffered from a knee injury part of the season. Injuries were a con- stant plague to Walker this year. Along with Brady, Erica Reggie, Holly Adams, Kim Dutcher, and Kathy Gee suffered substantial injuries. “Injuries always hurt a team,” Walker said, “We’re just lucky that we had enough depth to cover it.” she added. Even though gymnastics is an individ- ual sport, the Viqueens worked together and had the feeling that gymnastics is a team sport. Walker was very satisfied with the team’s performance, and it. was the third time in four years that the team captured the sectional title. In the regionals, the Vikes ran into a little trouble and finished second. How- ever, sophomore Mickey Mannel and ju- nior Holly Adams went on and compet- ed in the state competition at the inter- mediate level. Adams finished fourth in the vault, and sixth in the uneven bars while Mannel placed first in the vault and second in the all around totals. 100 — Girls Gymnastics Sophomore Erica Reggie shows her sense of balance and talent on the balance beam. In the state meet, sophomore Mickey Mannel won the vaulting event and placed second all around, losing the title by one tenth of a point. Before a practice session, the gymnastics team warms up with exercise stretching. GYMNASTICS TEAM — Front Row; Mickey Mannel, Holly Adams, Pam Harbold, Julie Poncher, Mary Burt, Jamie Dutcher, Dana Red- man, Kim Dutcher. Back Row: Adria Medema, Debbie Brady, Karen Oyzyk, Erica Reggie, Mary Comeford, Kathy Gee, Lori Armstrong, Coach Lori Walker. Missing from photo; Maggie Potis, Nancy Howard, Alison Howard, Maggie Delumpa, Coach Willa Detwiier. - , 5 .! GIRLS’ GYMNASTICS OPPONENT B I 0 Griffith W W W Hobart W W W M.C. Rogers W W W Highland L W La Porte W W W Chesterton w w W Portage w w W M.C. Elston w W Merrillville w w L Conference 1st 2nd 2nd Overall Conference Merrillville — tied for first with Sectionals 1st Regionals 2nd B — Beginning I — Optional — Intermediate 0 Getting used to her routine, sophomore Mary Burt practices on the uneven parallel bars. Girls Gymnastics — 101 Varsity Baseball Team — Front Row: Statisti- cian Suzanne Morse, Jett Susdorf, Greg Winters, Tom Sawyer, Jon Gold, Steve Carichoff, Statisti- can Jeannie Goulding. Second Row: Dennis Spoor, Bill Jones, Dan Skinner, Tom Heron, Rich Phillips, Tim Deiotte, Third Row: Coach Pat Mur- phy, Jeff Neeley, Dave Lebryk, Jeff Purlin, Mike Duncan, Greg Lindy, Coach Charles “Biff” Geiss. Varsity Baseball OPP VHS South Central 3 6 4 2 Merrillville 2 6 LaPorte 7 2 Hobart 2 0 Hebron 4 5 M.C. Rogers 5 1 Chesterton 10 9 Merrillville 6 4 Portage 11 2 LaPorte 5 0 Hobart 11 0 M.C. Marquette 9 11 2 9 M.C. Rogers 10 3 Chesterton 5 1 Lacrosse 2 5 7 6 Wheeler 1 5 Portage 12 2 Oregon Davis 0 10 Crown Point 1 3 Sectionals (Wheeler) 13 12 Season Records: 8 Wins — 15 Losses J.V. Baseball Merrillville LaPorte M.C. Rogers Hobart Chesterton Lake Central Merrillville Kouts LaPorte Hobart Andrean M.C. Rogers Portage Chesterton Crown Point Portage OPP VHS 5 9 11 1 5 11 1 5 6 9 11 6 1 4 0 12 1 5 6 2 6 8 5 3 11 0 4 14 3 6 11 9 Season Record: 10 Wins — 6 Losses Rain dampens coach’s kick upstairs When Sherlock Holmes had a prob- lem. he turned to his assistant Dr. Wat- son. Together these two could solve most problems. Varsity baseball coach Pat Murphy also got the opportunity to consult an assistant because for the first time in Valpo history, the varsity team had an assistant coach as well as a head coach. After coaching eight years on the J.V. level, Mr. Charles Geiss got moved up to help coach var- sity and Mr. Zane Cole took the J.V. spot. Geiss was moved up from J.V. to varsity this year because Murphy felt that with two coaches, the team could work more on fundamentals along with other items very important to baseball. “We worked harder on fundamentals than we ever have before, and came out with the best pre-season we’ve ever had,” stated Murphy. Also, he stated that the biggest improvement in the team was the pitching, and that the team spirit was at all time high. Senior Steve Carichoff came through with clutch base hits, and proved to be the team’s best hitter. Jeff Susdorf, tak- ing advantage of his instincts and quickness, was the team’s most valu- able player on the field. The team got off to a slow start, but got things together and clobbered Mer- rillville 6-2 in their first conference game of the season. Just like in previous years, bad weather plagued the Vikes. Murphy was always rescheduling games, and the players would get frustrated and rusty because they couldn’t play any games for a long period of time — at one time there was a lull of two weeks between gam es. One of the varsity’s best all around players, senior Steve Carichoff pounds out a single to left field. In a clutch situation, senior Dave Lebryk tries to bring in Tim Deiotte from third. J.V. BASEBALL TEAM — Front Row: Kevin Inches. Steve Ikeda, Brad Lichtenberger, Tim Turner, Mark Mundt, Chris Athanson. Back Row: Coach Zane Cole, Jeff Criswell, Todd Van Keppel, Pete Bray, Steve Engelder, Todd BIckel, Kurt Gesse, Mike Krieger. Baseball — 103 Sophomore two-miler Randy Seinkowski takes the lead over his Rogers opponent and finishes first. Against a tough Hobart opposition, junior pole vaulter Ken Oglesby clears the bar with ease. VARSITY TRACK TEAM — Front Row: Jeff Wehling, Chris Daley, Doug Uridel, Ken Oglesby, Mike Jones, Randy Seinkowski, Ken Wehner. Second Row: Dave Hanna, Randy Fleenor, Bill Hess, Mike Pedavoli, Bob Vend), Jeff Corsbie, Ron Mueller, Jim Lynch. Third Row: Karl Abra- ham, Dave Dipert, Chris Hansen, Craig McCarron, Tim Balko, Troy Hartwig, Eric Lee. Fourth Row: John Thomas, Kevin Leffew, Tim Leveritt, Daryle Keller, Conrad West, Dirk Bengel, Jeff Wilson, Jim Startt. Back Row: Coach Mark Watts, Kurt Light- cap, Elliot Glynn, Tim Eckert, Dave Gertsmeier, Gary Pavich, Coach Sam Rasmussen, Coach Bob Punter. BOYS’ TRACK OPP VHS Griffith (forfeit) W LaPorte 56 70 Merrillville S3 44 Hobart 66 61 Lake Central 70 57 M.C. Rogers 71 56 Chesterton Relays 3rd Chesterton 95 31 Portage nVi 51 H Valpo Relays 4th Duneland Conference Meet 7th LaPorte Invitational 3rd Sectionals 4th Season Record: 2 wins — 8 losses Boys’ Track ‘Hang together’ strategy bolsters team morale Rounding turn one in the mile, Soph Chris Daley and junior Jeff Wehling set a com- manding pace. Hurdlers Jeff Corsbie and Bill Hess outrun their adversaries to the finish line. Senior Dave Gertsmeier finishes an exhaust- ing 880 yard run to give Valpo some needed points. As the old saying goes, one man cannot carry a team; it takes a total team effort. That was the formula for the track team because numerous run- ners helped the team. Jeff Corsbie a ju- nior, collected heavily needed points in both the pole vault and high hurdles. Corsbie tied the school record in the high hurdles with 14:7 and won the pole vault in the Sectionals. Another re- cord-setter was junior Ron Mueller who broke the 330 low hurdle record. Senior Troy Hartwig captured the Sectional crown for the long jump. Coach Sam Rasmussen explained that although this was an extremely young team with only four seniors, it had the best crop of sophomores, in- cluding Randy Seinkowski and Chris Daley who ran races as the 880, 1 mile and the 2 mile. Both turned out to be the best sophomore distant runners at Valpo in many years. The mighty track mentor explained that the team kept on getting stronger as the season progressed and will be a team to be reckoned with next year. The biggest highlight was placing 4th in the Sectionals. Other highlights were placing 3rd in the LaPorte, Valpo, and Chesterton Relays. The team finished 2- 8 for the regular season and 1-6 in the Duneland Conference. Boys’ Track — 105 Last leg sprint ties Merrillville for DAC crown “It was a delightful ending,” ex- claimed Ms. Nancy Walsh about the Girl’s Track team’s fine finish. The girls, who finished fourth in the Duneiand, surprised everyone by tying Merrillville for first in the conference meet. Walsh was discouraged about the team’s fourth place finish in the Dune- land. “We’re a better team than that.” She also stated that the main reason for the fourth place finish was because she could never get the whole team to- gether. People would be sick, or on va- cation, and it wasn’t until the confer- ence meet that the whole team was to- gether, and the result was a first place finish. Although the team’s strongest point was in the field events, Walsh praised many members in track and field alike. Leigh Stokes, Brigit Bartelmo, Debbie Snyder, Kristin Mrziak, and Missy Rein- hertz all came through to help the team during the season. Walsh praised the team for its opti- mistic attitude because the girls kept trying. “They know that they were bet- ter than what the 6-5 record showed, but they didn’t get discouraged. Their attitude kept up at a high pace, and it finally paid off at the conference meet.” Some school records were broken. Brigit Bartelmo broke the time in the hurdles, and Cathy Hillenbrand beat the record half mile time. Debbie Snyder also threw the shot put past the old mark. Upon conclusion of the season, Walsh prepares to turn over the reins of the team to someone else, Willa Detweiler. “It’s about time I retire from it,” she said. She will remain as athietic director for the girls, but relinquished her capacity as track coach because she didn’t have time for both. Finishing one-two-three, sophomores Maggie Potis, Tammy Byvoets, and Carol Douglas chalk up points for VMS. With great concentration, junior Debbie Sny- der sets up to throw the shot put. 106 — Girls’ Track In the relay, Connie Wilhelm prepares to hand the baton to Carol Douglas. Girls’ Track OPP VHS LaPorte 39 66 Merrillville 64 41 Hammond Gavit 37 57 Gary West 40 57 Hobart 55 50 Washington Twp. 23 82 Calumet 32 73 Portage 44 61 Chesterton 61 44 Crown Point 62 43 Duneland Conference meet (tied) Conference standing Sectionals (tied) 1st 4th 2nd Regionals Season Record: 6 Wins — 5 Losses Trying to get as much distance as possible, junior Joni Vass puts all her concentration and effort into the long jump GIRLS’ TRACK TEAM — Front Row: Kim Dutcher, Brigit Bartelmo, Tammy Byvoets, Joanne Mischanko, Maggie Potis, Juiie Poncher, Caroiine Hefner, Margo Woodruff, Connie Wilhelm, Jennifer Bratton. Second Row: asst, coach Willa Detwiler, Manager Joann Demeo, Carol Douglas, Martha Galow, Jennifer Golding, Kristen Mrziak, Tammie Magnetti, Stephanie Verde, Joni Vass, Missy Rein- hertz, Leigh Stokes, Kim Rudd. Head Coach Nan- cy Walsh. Back Row: Debbie Snyder, Jeanette Dupes, Miilie Marshall, Jean Carlson, Cathy Bris- sette, Cathy Hillenbrand, MaryAnn Dupes, Mindy Reinhertz, Joann Helms, Cheryl Vocke, Kris Mar- shall, Miriam Duncan, Manager Becky Redeiman. Girls’ Track — 107 BOYS’ GOLF TEAM — Front Row: Doug Roberts, Jeff Jackson, David Koenig. Second Row: Dave Mason, Greg Chrustowski, Tim McFadden, Mike Pavacik, Mark Kendrick. Back Row: Jim Becker, Gary Krueger, Mark Marencik, Mike Smith, Jim Stanton, Coach Bob Cain. Not Pictured: Tom Hayden. AM-Duneland Conference golfer Jeff Jack- son lines up a short putt in a match against Chesterton. While sophomore Mark Marencik studies his putt seniors Jeff Jackson and Mike Smith wait with anticipation. All-American golfer Gary Krueger demon- strates his strokesaving wedge shot which aided him in capturing numerous medalist honors and excellent tournament finishes. BOYS’ GOLF VHS OPP Merrillville 161 162 Merrillville-Highland 312 323-345 Hobart 157 172 Portage 159 187 Munster (won by fifth man) 158 158 LaPorte 164 169 Chesterton 143 191 M.C. Rogers 154 166 Merrillville (lost, fifth man) 157 157 M.C. Elston 154 153 Elston-S.B. St. Joe 326 337-348 Andrean 156 154 LaPorte 153 164 Chesterton 161 174 Boone Grove 157 171 INVITATIONALS Rensselaer 1st LaPorte 1st Lake Hills 6th Sectionals 1st Regionals 2nd State 4th Season Record: 15 wins — 4 losses 108 — Boys’ Golf Excellent state tournament play ends misfortune Since 1969 the Chicago Cubs have been famous for choking at the end of the season, the Minnesota Vi- kings have gone to the Super Bowl four times and never won, and the Boys’ Golf Team has met with mis- fortune in the State Tournament. Previously the golf team had been plagued by unfortunate events, such as disqualifications and bad rounds, but this year the golf team put it to- gether and won both conference and the sectional tournament. Led by senior Gary Krueger and junior Jim Becker, the Vikes compiled an out- standing 14-4 record, which included victories over strong teams such as Michigan City Rogers and Merrillville. The golfers played their best matches when the pressure was on. For the first time in Valpo history the Vikings won both the Rensalaer and LaPorte Invitationals. Coach Bob Cain said that he thought his players golfed superbly in the LaPorte Invita- tional, where they turned in a final tally of 313, which was good enough to beat Rogers by two strokes. The top four golfers on the varsity all averaged under 40 strokes per match including conference leader Gary Krueger, who averaged one stroke over par each match. Despite the efforts of these golfers the Vikes lost four unfortunate matches, two by only one stroke. Coach Cain’s outlook for next year is a good one with the return of Becker and the addition of a number of players from the strong J.V. team. Post season play showed the team in good form as it finished first in Sectionals and second in the Region- al. At the Old Oakland course in In- dianapolis, the Vikes went two rounds of play and Gary Krueger emerged as the state medalist with a score of 175, and as the recipient of the Fred A. Keesling Mental Attitude Award. Mark Marencik and Jim Becker turned in scores that enabled the team to finished fourth overall. Relaxing and awaiting their turn on the green, Gary Krueger and Jim Becker size up the next shots. Boys ' Golf — 109 Valpo tradition shines despite Mother Nature Valpo ' s tennis tradition is typified by rain, hurricane-like winds and frigid tem- peratures, but most of all winning sea- sons. Despite Mother Nature’s stormy dis- position during most of the season the Vikings got on the winning track and never derailed, and finished a spectacu- lar 15-2. Valpo again won the Peru Invi- tational for the fourth straight year add- ing to an already sensational season. Coach Steve Doak remarked that this was an amazing group of young wom- en, who were a great asset to their high school as well as to their commu- nity. Senior Jody Cannon, during her four years on the varsity team, compiled a remarkable 64-9 record indicative of her consistency on the courts. Sisters Sue and Cindy Hickey teamed up to capture the 1 and 2 positions in the singies division, and Valpo’s doubles play was strong with two scrappy in- tense players, Pam Harbold and Kim Carichoff, who dominated the first dou- bles and totaled 4 wins and only 0 losses. In sectional play on homecourts. Coach Doak formulated the strategy of using his top four seeds as doubles qualifiers to spare their invaluable loss to the invincible number one and two seeds from LaPorte, Marianne Guiney and Karen Day. With the Hickey sisters and the team of Jody Cannon and Anne Crowley as numbers one and two doubles, the team easily copped the sectional doubles titles and advanced to regional play. The Hickey sisters drew last year’s state doubles champions for their open- ing match and fell in the first round of play. Cannon and Crowley also met with stiff opposition and lost in their bid to advance toward the state tourney. Coach Judy Lebryk’s J.V. squad compiled a record of 4-3-1. At one time or another Julie Anderson, Melanie Redding, and Cindy West shared the number one singles position. Coach Le- bryk stated, “This is a very young team and I think this will make a strong base for future varsity teams. Undaunted by her opponent ’s shot, Cindy Hickey sets up for her return volley. Backed up against the baseline, senior Sue Hickey prepares to return with a piercing forehand. 110 — Girls’ Tennis J.V. TENNIS TEAM — Front Row: Sheila Schroeder, Rachel Schroeder, Cindy West, Brenda Wagner. Back Row: Julie Anderson, Kim Wittlinger, Helen Lucaitis, Coach Judy Le- bryk, Melanie Redding, Pam Pavacik. VARSITY TENNIS TEAM — Front Row: Kim Carichoff, Dawn Schueler, Jody Cannon, Ann Crowley, Dawn Hernandez. Back Row: Kim Simon, Pam Harbold, Cindy Hickey, Shannon Murphy, Sue Hickey, Jo Jo Trapp, Lori Lethan. GIRLS’ VARSITY TENNIS GIRLS’ J.V. TENNIS VMS Chesterton L Lowell L Plymouth tie Boone Grove W Portage W Munster L LaPorte W North Judson W Season Record: 4-3-1 VHS Munster L South Bend Adams L Plymouth W Crown Point W Griffith w Hammond Gavit w Hammond Morton w M.C. Rogers M.C. Marquette w Portage w Knox w Culver w E.C. Roosevelt w LaPorte w Hobart w Merrillville w Chesterton w Peru Invitationals Sectionals Regionals 1st Season Record: 15 win — 2 losses Girls’ Tennis — 111 112 Getting the fans involved in the game, J.V. and Varsity Cheerleaders pep up the crowd with a cheer. FLAG CORPS — Front Row: Diane Cook, Diane Moser, Michelle Hazlett, Pam Benner, Donna Droge. Second Row: Sherri Pauley, Betsey Matern, Diane Robinson, Sally Herndon, Sadonna Swann, Sarah Schroeder. Back Row: Sherry Dobbins, Patti Jones, Patty Schiek, Pam Hutton, Colleen Sanford, Suzanne Morse. K % li its J.V. CHEERLEADERS — Front Row: Maggie Delumpa, Debbie Brady. Second Row: Caroline Hefner. Third Row: Sue Vondran, Missy Tucker. Back Row: Alison Howard. Sophomore Vikette Cheryl Brosky performs a routine at halftime during a football game. Spirit When fans get going, it’s more than a feeling Silence fills the air. Then all at once the cheerleaders start a chant of “De- fense, Defense!” A few fans softly start chanting with them. The Vikettes and flag corps also join in. Gradually more and more fans begin changing until fi- nally the whole crowd is screaming at the tops of their voices, “Defense, De- fense! Everyone is sitting at the edge of his seat, hoping, praying, biting his fingernails. Will the Vikings hold them and win, or will they lose? Although it was hard on the throat, the fingernails, and the nerves. Viking spirit was suspenseful, but fun. Yet it wasn’t supplied exclusively by the cheerleaders. Pep Club, Vikettes, or the Flag Corps, but everyone. Joined by the thousands of fans who supported the Viking teams throughout the year. Viking spirit was a force to be reckoned with. From the first kickoff to the last pitch. Viking spirit was high throughout the school and the city. But it takes a littie doing to get this spirit. The fans had to go out and fight the rains, snow, and sub-zero weather just to see the Vikings in action. Along with this, the cheerleaders, Vikettes, and Flag Corps always went out of their way too. They practiced day after day just to get a routine down. They spent their time and money at summer camps, just to learn new routines for the upcoming year. All this for Viking Spirit! That’s why we can always claim; win or lose, rain or shine, VHS Spirit was, and always will be around en masse! 1978 Vikettes — Front Row: Mickey Mannell, Cheryl Brosky, Toby Emerson, Heidi Hunsburger. Second Row: Stacey Waymire, Kim Simon, Tra- cey Bennett, Kathy Satterlee. Third Row: Sue Wereham, Sandy Washek, Denise Brosky, Jean- ette Olszewski. Fourth Row: Debbie Hendrixson, Toni Morango, Toni Hackett, Kim Arnett, Sponsor Willa Detwiler. Fifth Row: Michele Daras, Lynda Gast, Joni Vass, Sue Wessell. Sixth Row: Karen Anderson, Debbie Downing. Back Row: Lori Strimbu. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS — Front Row: Pam Harbold. Second Row: Lisa Mitchell, Donna Ray- mond, Nancy Oliver. Back Row: Cyndi Huseman, Ruth Lohmeyer. Spirit — 113 •r V ' h ' - !EB®8 “ SEC?ETftPl ® - Cuss Prej “JoBeth Madsen someone INVOLVED JR. ' ■ n V feSidewt ■• ' ' j ' f- . ’ ::iZ ,V ,Ll .WV. I ,1 i 1 f - Prior to beginning her Quest assignment, Kim Nuppnau contempiates her first move on the typewriter. Although not on as large a scale as the nationals, the class officer elections always bring pomp and posters at the halls. Dressed as their favorite Disney characters, Mrs. Alice Noble, Mrs. Kim Pritchett, and Ms. Liz Brown help the band during the football halftime program. 114 — Album Division .1 Psychologists have spent years pon- dering why people spend their lifetimes trying to better themselves. The puz- zling aspect of the whole situation is why people feel this need to prove their increased value to themselves. Why can’t they just be content to accept themselves as they are? Why do people make or break their lives in search of a question that has no tangible answer? Taken from the average high school student’s point of view, he may have been a better person because his grades were better, or he tried hard to get his homework done earlier than five minutes before class started. It may be that he’s a better person because his parents made lesser demands on his time and allowed him a later curfew. Or, instead of just staring into space and sitting silently when called upon to answer a question, he had the guts to say, “I don’t know,” rather than stam- mer a few ”uhs.” Different views were also taken from the grades at school. Naturally since sophomores, juniors, and seniors varied in age and temperament, their opinion on their progress differed. Sophomores thought they were bet- ter, because they were no longer little teenyboppers in junior high. Students in the lower grades looked up to them, because they finally hit the big time — high school. Since they were the middle-of-the- road clan at school, the juniors shared ambiguous opinions on their personal improvement. They were older and more experienced than last year, and the seniors didn’t look down on them as much, but the juniors still hadn’t gone as high as possible. They had one more year left to wait before it was their turn to be 1. The most confident group at school, the seniors, knew they were better be- cause they were the big shots at school. They were the undisputed lead- ers of the state, and head honchos at the pop stand. Nobody had to tell them why they were better, and they didn’t have to search too hard, because they finally reached the end of their twelve year struggle to the greatest place in the world — that of a senior. During an evening practice session, band di- rector Dan Pritchett coaches the Flag Corps on its routine. Album Division — 115 Administration shows ‘no man is an island’ Has anyone ever stopped to think how life would be if the United States didn’t have a President, or the Roman Catholic Church didn’t have a Pope, or if the Civil Rights Movement hadn’t had Martin Luther King Jr.? The situation would be like a team of players that had the qualities of sure champs, yet without its coaches guiding and leading it to victory the team would probably face defeat. Any group needs a leader to organize and maintain order within it. The teachers and students at VHS needed something to guide them and maintain order and thus the administrations’ job comes in. Sometimes it was the go between and sometimes the enforcer, but its main job was to see that everything ran smoothly for both sides. Although promoting school policy and enforcing discipline was the main function of the administration, the majority of the students only associated it with invitations to talk with the principal by means of “passes to the office. As a surprise to some students. Garth Johnson’s job did not consist of sitting in his office all day “burning kids whose names appeared on Mr. Doane’s or Mr. McMichael’s “blacklist.” Assisting him were the two assistant principals, Mr. James McMichael and Mr. C.J. Doane. Mr. McMichael worked to strengthen the daily attendance policy and to organize the summer school program, while Mr. Doane served as athletic director. In this capacity, Doane was involved in coordinating all the athletic events of the season and team scheduling. Working as a team, the administration tried to create a beneficial curriculum. They allowed the privilege of having in-school absences and personal leaves which gave the student the feel of independence and freedom. SCHOOL BOARD ME MBERS — Mr. Arnold Brown, Dr. Robert Koenig, Mr. Robert Malackoweki, Mrs. Janet Hart, Mr. James Christy. 116 — Administration ildrel ildreth guidance counselor With the aid of guidance secretary Mrs. Marilyn Hayes, sophomore Janet Dombrowski looks up a university in the College Handbook. 118 — Guidance Secretary Having job problems? Career Resource Center can help you. Name Social Security Number Position Desired Expected Pay Previous job experience Three references Do any of these questions look famil- iar? The students who have checked out the Career Resource and Job Placement Center would recognize them immediate- ly on any job application. In its first year, the Career Resource Center tried to provide students with a chance to find jobs that interested them and to explore future career possibilities. The Guidance Department sponsored the center so that students who were not go- ing to college or who needed a job could receive more aid in their job search. While last year a Job Placement office was available to students, the service was expanded this year to meet the needs of those students who did not plan to attend college and sought employment instead. Former VMS graduate, Mrs. Kim Prit- chett handled most of the secretarial work for the Center and assisted students and parents during school hours. Distribu- tive Education Instructor, Mr. Steve Doak did the footwork of the operation by act- ing as a community contact between stu- dents and the business world. Another new addition to the Guidance Department was counselor Elaine Sever. Miss Sever, a Sutler University graduate, was in charge of the Career Education Visitation Program. The Guidance De- partment focused in on the 200 sopho- mores who listed this area as their num- ber one need. Through a series of guest speakers talking on topics ranging from clerical work to veterinary medicine. Guidance hoped to awaken interest in students for future job possibilities. CAFETERIA STAFF — Front Row: Christa Tichy, Phyllis Hunt, Barbara Homan, June Buck. Second Row — Lillian Swickhart, Renat Tucker, Audry Sefchik, Leah Henriques, Wilma Luther, Shirley Perry. Third Row: Roberta Ingram, Helene Cooke, Sally Sturvart, Joan Stombough, Vivian Breen, Vivian Ludington, Mildred Holuska, Fern Lowe, Kay Tromau, Hilke Bolde, Sylvia Aaron. Guidance Secrelariee — 119 It’s not whether you win or lose; It’s how you coach the game involved was time-consuming, coaches and sponsors stated that it can be a disease which can start an epidemic when working with a fun bunch of kids. Many teachers agreed coaching or supervising was so rewarding that they would rather help the kids who are out to do their best than use the time for their own interests. Afternoon sets in after the long morning and not a minute too soon. The sixth hour announcements finish. Hundreds of students rush to their lockers while many teachers grade papers. Simultaneously, other teachers and students head for the locker room to make a quick change into tennis shoes, gym shorts, or swim suits. The career of a teacher definitely goes beyond books, and lectures, and onto gyms and ten- nis courts. Approxi- mately, one out of every four teachers either sponsored an intramural sport, or coached an inter- scholastic sport. Al- though getting Backed by his experience in coaching boys basketball, Mr. Dale Cicora gives helpful hints to the girls basketball team. Mrs. Lori Alt — English Mr. Kurt Anderson — art, photography Mr. Ben Austin — physics Mrs. Cheryl Bagnall — home economics Mrs. Anne Baker — social studies, pep club sponsor Mr. Charles Bird — English, boy ' s swim coach Mrs. Mary Bowman — Latin Mr. William Boyle — chemistry, physics, student council co-sponsor Miss Elizabeth Brown — media specialist Mr. Robert Cain — art, golf coach Mr. Rolando Chilian — orchestra Mr. Dale Ciciora — social studies, girl’s basketball coach 120 — Faculty Mrs. Katherine Clark — English Mr. Zane Cole — Industrial Arts Mr. Skip Collins — English, cross country coach, boy’s varsity basketball, FCA sponsor Mr. John Cook — English, varsity wrestling coach, varsity football ass ' t coach Miss Michelle Dailey — PVE, YARC Mrs. Maggie Diaz — business Mrs. Donna Gray — social studies,- student council co-sponsor Mrs. Anne Dills — math Mr. Steve Doak — business. DECA sponsor, girl ' s and boy’s tennis coach Miss Marcia Putter — German, foreign exchange club co-sponsor Mr. Glen Ellis — math, intramural basketball sponsor Mr. Charles Geiss — Spanish, French, J.V. baseball coach Active in sports before and after school, Intramural Bowling sponsor Mr. Mark Watts checks score sheets during an outing at Inman’s. Faculty — 121 Mr. Dean Gerber — learning center director Ms. Margaret Griffith — home economics Miss Libby Gurthet — social problems, psychology Mr. Jerry Hager — PVE, j.v. tennis coach Mrs. Elizabeth Hall — English, V-Teens co- sponsor Mrs. Jean Heckman — English Mr. Richard Hein — music Mr. Gary Held — vocational training Mrs. Doris Hildreth — health services, school nurse Mrs. Lenore Hoffman — English, V-Teens co- sponsor Mr. Mark Hoffman — physical education, varsity football coach Mr. Frank Horvath — Industrial Arts, VICA sponsor Although English Department Chairman Kitty Clark teaches Shakespheare’s works to many of her classes, indulging in his works for personal enjoyment is a favorite hobby. 122 — Faculty Flying airplanes, gardening make life more than an open book Just as Bonnie couldn’t be a success without Clyde, nor Raggedy Ann with- out Andy, teachers can’t be successful without students. A teacher’s career is a job that can last 24 hours a day, and it constantly figures in with the every- day lives of students. Being a student is a job that requires effort and patience, and it also interacts with the lives of teachers. Even though students don’t teach for a living, many teachers in- I � crease their knowledge through their students. Mr. Ben Austin attested to this hy- pothesis. In one of his physics classes, a student who had his pilot license used flying a plane as the topic for his term paper. In order to receive full credit for the project, the student was required to give Mr. Austin his first ride in an airplane. Today Mr. Austin has a commercial license, and his received an instrument rating which, in his own words was his, “biggest accom- plishment.’’ Although some stu- dents wouldn’t believe it, teachers are human and have interests out- side the classroom to keep their sanity. Besides the project of building his own house, physics teacher Ben Austin also flies in his spare lime. Mr. Shelley Hugus — Industrial Arts, VICA sponsor Mr. James Hunn — chemistry Miss Nancy Hutton — social studies, girl ' s golf coach, foreign exchange club co-sponsor Mrs. Vela Johnson — business Mr. David Kenning — Industrial education, VICA sponsor Mrs. Ruth Laube — business Mr. Lance Leach — business, intramural ski co- sponsor Ms. Judith Lebryk — English, girl ' s j.v. tennis coach Mrs. Joan Mahoney — Spanish Mr. Wes Maiers — math, foreign exchange club sponsor Mrs. Kathy Miinch — home economics Mr. Marlin Miller — social studies Faculty — 123 Mr. Paul Miller — life science Mr. Robert Miller — band Mr. Patrick Murphy — social studies, varsity baseball coach, ass’t football coach Mrs, Alice Noble — speech, drama club sponsor, Thespian sponsor. Ms. Margaret Phillips — English, foreign exchange club co-sponsor Mr. John Pinkerton — English Miss Christina Prickett — business, ass’t girl’s basketball coach Mr.Oan Prickett — music, math Mr. Robert Punter — math, j.v. basketball coach Mr. Sam Rasmussen — physical education, boy’s track and field coach Mr. Sid Reggie — social studies, j.v. football coach Mr. Lewis Rhinehart — German. National Honor Society sponsor, sophomore basketball coach Behind the scenes crews take it one day at a time Any student who ever gave a party knows what it is like to prepare on a Friday afternoon and what it takes to clean up after a party Saturday morning. The ciean up is big job! Even household chores can get to be a hassle, and making dinner for your brothers an sisters can get to the point where you aiways end up taking them to McDonaid’s. Functioning as an efficient cook and a spotiess cieaner was one requirement of the cafeteria staff and custodians. Another was working long hours. In preparation for the 7:30 breakfast, the kitchen opened at 6:00 every morning. After breakfast, the crew fixed lunch for six grade schools and served 1,400 VHS students. While the cafeteria staff was usually ready to leave by 3:30 in the afternoon, at 7 a.m. custodians went to work to keep the school in shape which was a tremendous task compared to keeping a locker straightened. 124 — Faculty Mr. Robert Rhode — Industrial Education Mr. Thomas Rice — art, girls’ and boys’ ass’t swim coach Mr. Don Scott — math Mrs. Cynthia Stalbaum — business. OEA sponsor Having the job of a custodian doesn’t mean just pushing a broom, as Tim Inman shows while cleaning the drinking fountains. Mr. Charles Stanier — social studies, football ass’t coach, wrestling coach Mr. Tom Stokes — health, drivers’ training Mr. Virgil Sweet — physical education Mrs. Lorie Walker — physical education MISS Nancy Walsh — pnysical education, girl’s track and field coach Mr. Mark Watts — physical education, ass’t football coach, ass’t track coach Mrs. Bonnie Weber — Spanish, French Miss Linda White — math, intramural ski co- sponsor Faculty — 125 Panic paces hectic final leg Graduation announcements, caps and gowns, and the annual last-minute rush to meet college admissions dead- lines bring to mind all the traditions that add to the frantic pace of the last year in high school. For the seniors, that fi- nal, anticlimatic moment when all gov- ernment texts could be replaced by well-earned diplomas was an eagerly awaited one, with few of the usual rah- rah sentimentalities attached. The class prided itself not on its athletic or intel- lectual prowess, but on its ability to get along and have a good time, a quality referred to by more than one adminis- trator as “rowdiness. Sure, com- mencement and all of the necessary preparations which lead to it were a major concern of the senior year, but for the majority of the seniors, the cere- monial aspects had to take a back seat to Craiger’s parties. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS — Front Row: Bekki Evans, vice-president: Carol Bannec, secre- tary. Back Row: Nancy Oliver, treasurer; Pat Tu- dor, president. Karl Abraham — intramurals 2; cross country 2-4; track 2-4 Ron Adkins — tennis 2, 3. Linda Ahl- brand — OEA 4; intramurals 2-4; Pep Club 2-4; V- Teens 2-4; Homecoming Court. Lisa Allen — OEA 4; Exch. Club 2. Scott Allen — For. Exch. Club 3, 4; intramurals 2; NHS 3, 4 (treas.) Paul Anderson — intramurals 2- 4; VICA 3; swimming 2-4. Peter Annen. Leanne Aungst. Jay Ashby. Paul Baepler — intramurals 2; NHS 3. 4; tennis 2-4. Ase Bahr (Exch. student from Nor- way) For. Exch. Club 4; intramurals 4. Tim Balko — intramurals 4; NHS 4; basketball 2, 3; football 2-4; track 2-4; King of Hearts Prince 4. 126 — Seniors Carol Bannec. Neil Banschbach — Intramurals 2, 3; VICA 3, 4 (sec.). Betsy Bard — V-Teens 2; Choir 2, 3. Brigid Bartelmo — intramurals 4; Quest 3. 4; Student Council 2, 3; volleyball 2-4; track 2-4; class officer 4; Student Fac. Senate 3, 4. Virginia Beach — intramurals 4. Greg Beach — DECA 2. Adriana Behagel. Brian Bell — football 2-4. Lisa Benda — V-Teens 4; Drama Club 2-4; Quest 4; Student Council 3, 4; Choir 2, 3; Pep Club 3, 4; Ski Club 4; PVE Teaching 3. Eric Bengel — Quest 4; VICA 3, 4 (pres.). Lauralyn Bengel — Band 2-4; V-Teens 2, 3; Valenian 4; Student Council 2, 3; Pep Club 2, 3; Qrchestra 2-4. Bryan Bennett — Band 2. David Berkoski — DECA 3; VICA 4 Julie Bickel — Quest 4; swimming 2-4. Carolyn Bihiman — Drama Club 3; Quest 3, 4. Tim Billings. Missy Bivens — For. Exchange 2-4; Drama Club 2; Quest 3. Brad Blastick — FCA 2, 3; intramurals 4; football 2; basketball 2-4; King of Hearts Court. Tom Bolde — VICA 2; football 2, 3; wrestling 3, 4. Gail Bolin. Joseph Bondi — Band 2-4; Jazz Band 2-4; NHS 3, 4. Fred Bosse — VICA 3. Kevin Brophy — Band 2, 3; FCA 4; intramurals 2-4; Jazz Band 2, 3; NHS 3, 4; Student Fac. Senate 2; Quest 4; Student Coun- cil 2-4; wrestling 2-4; football 2. Robert Brosky. Karen Brown — VICA 4. Linda Brown — Band 2, 3; FCA 4; intramurals 3, 4; golf 4; Pep Club 2-4. Mike Brown — football 2-4; basketball 2-4. Tim Brown — VICA 2-4; swimming 2, 3. Seniors — 127 David Buche. Julie Buchmeier — intramurals 2, 3; Quest 4; OEA 4 (sec.) Paul Buck — VICA 3, 4. Mimi Burgess — Quest 4. Kathy Caemmerer — For. Exchange 2-4. Tom Cain. Jody Cannon — volleyball 2; tennis 2-4; Quest 2-4 Nancy Casbon — intramurals 2; Drama Club 3; Choir 2-4. Ernesto Cercas. Joy Christiansen — Drama Club 4; Choir 2-4 Jan Chrustowski — Band 2-4; For. Exchange 3, 4; Jazz Band 2-4; NHS 4; Quill Scroll 3, 4; Drama Club 2-4 (treas.); Student Council 2-4; golf 3, 4; Pep Band 2-4; Orchestra 3. 4. Katherine Claesgens — DECA 4. Mark Clickovich — football 2, 3; intramurals 2, 3. Kevin Clarke. Sandi Clarke. Jayne Coleman. Mark Collier — For, Exchange 2-4; NHS 3, 4; Lang. Club 2, 3; National Merit Scholarship Finalist. Jim Copeland. King Dahl — intramurals 2; tennis 2. Rita Daly — intramurals 3, 4; V-Teens 4; Quest 3. 4. Rob Daniel — Homecoming Escort; football 2-4; track 2, 3; basketball 2. Michele Daras — Vikettes 2-4; NHS 3, 4; track 2-4 Bob Davenport — intra- murals 2-4; VICA 4. Meg Davidson — For. Ex- change 2, 3; V-Teens 2, 3; Pep Club 2-4. Dwight D. Dipert — For. Exchange 2, 4; VTO 2-4; NHS 3. 4; VICA 4; swimming 2-4; track 2-4 Roger Dodrill. Terry Doering. Brian Dogan — Quest 4; football 2-4; wrestling 2-4; baseball 2. 128 — Seniors Seniors — headed for the courts Senior co-captain Rich Eagen demon stratea his letter-winning form as he re- turns his opponent’s serve during tennis sectionals. Keith Domke — intramurals 3, 4; Valenian 4; Stu- dent Faculty Senate 4; Quill Scroll 4; Student Council 3, 4; football 2-4; golf 2. Dennis Dommer — FCA 3. 4; For. Exchange 2, 3; NHS 3, 4; Boy ' s State 3. Jill Dommermuth — For. Exchange 2, 3: intramurals 2; Valenian 4; NHS 3, 4; Quill Scroll 4; Drama Club 2; Quest 3: FEA 2. Jim Dougherty — football 2. Molly Dougherty — intramurals 2-4; For. Exchange 3; Homecoming Court 4; Quest 2-4; Student Council 3; Cheerleader 2. Mike Douglas — track 2, 3; foot- ball 2, 3. Woody Dresden — For. Exchange 3; Va- lenian 3; Quest 2, 3; DECA 4. Donna Droege — Band 2-4; Flag Corp 3. 4; For. Exchange 2-4; V- Teens 2-4; Quest 2; intramurals 2. Myriam Duncan — track 4; Jazz Band 2-4. Patri- cia Dziadosz — For. Exch. 2; V-Teens 2, 3; Vi- kettes 3, 4; Quest 4. Rich Eagen — FCA 4; For. Exch. 4; intramurals 2, 3; Valenian 3, 4; YARC 4; Quill Scroll 3, 4; Drama Club 3, 4 (treas.); Student Council 2; tennis 2-4; FEA 3. 4 Joanne Edgecomb — intramurals 2, 3; basketball 2. 3; volleyball 2, 3; track 2, 3. Seniors — 129 130 Throne is just a start to the top While in high school, female stu- dents often have visions of be- coming the Porter County Fair Queen. It is no simple deed. After receiving the honor of competing for a local business sponsor, each entrant must contribute hours of preparation for photographs, speeches, and evening gown and bathing suit contests. Although numerous girls prepare vigorously for the event, only one will be crowned queen. Hard work and patience paid off for Lisa Benda as she was crowned the 1978 Miss Porter County Fair ' Queen. Following her victory in the local competition, Lisa continued onto the state level. Altough she did not place, the experience she ac- quired aided her in future con- tests. Competing in the Indiana Junior Miss Pageant, which was open only to high school girls, Lisa was chosen the second run- ner-up. She was also honored for winning the Kodak Photographic Essay Contest and the talent por- tion of the contest. In February, Lisa auditioned for Marriot’s Great America and the Young Americans, a song and dance troupe. She was accepted into both, but chose to join the Young Americans. With this group Lisa will have the opportunity to perform in the American Music Theatre and tour the nation for the seven months following. Lisa was not only recognized for, competition in contest, however. An active member of Drama Club, she played a major role in each April Antics and every musical production. When there were time periods between high school pro- ductions, the Community Theatre Guild casted Lisa for major roles In three musicals. In 1980, Lisa will attend I.L). where she will major in telecom- munications. Lisa’s goal after col- lege Is to become a professional entertainer. Judi Edgecomb — FCA 2; intramurals 2; basketball 2-4; volleyball 2-4; track 2, 3. Andrew Eldridge — FCA 2-4; intramurals 3, 4; YARC 2; NHS 3, 4; bas- ketball 2; football 2-4; baseball 2, 3. Cathy Em- mons — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 2, 3; YARC 3. 4. Richard Erwin — NHS 4. Bakki Evans — For. Exch. 4; intramurals 2-4; VTO 2-4; NHS 3, 4; Student Council 2-4 (sec.); VICA 3; swimming 2-4 (co-capt.) Kristina Evans — FCA 2, 4; For. Exch. 2-4 (pres.); intramurals 2-4; NHS 3, 4; Student Fac. Senate 4 (pres.); Student Council 4; tennis 2. Loretta Ewing — Quest 2, 3; VICA 4 (pres.). Doug Farkus — VICA 2, 3; swimming 2, 3. Rickaa Farrell — For. Exch. 3, 4; Drama Club 4; gymnastics 2, 3; diving 3; Pep Club 2, 3. Todd Felts — Band 3; intramurals 4; Quest 4. Vikki Fi- field — Quest 2-4; basketball 2; Pep Club 2. Pam Fleenor. Seniors Gwendloyn Sue Flitter (Bisacky) — Drama Club 2; DECA 3, 4 Rick Foreman. Randy Frank, Mary Franklin — Intramurals 4; Quest 2-4. Leslie Fritts — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; intramur- als 3; volleyball 2. Lisa Frost — Student Council 2, 3; swimming 2-4; Pep Club 2-4. Brian Gallagher. William Garpow. Mike Garrett — swimming 2-4. Ron Garrison. Kathy Gee — For. Exch. 4; V-Teens 4; Quest 4; Student Council 2; FEA 3; gymnastics 4. Jackie Geller — For. Exch. 4; YARC 2; Drama Club 3; Quest 4; Pep Club 2-4. David Gertsmeier — intramurals 2-4; Quest 4; cross country 2-4; track 2-4. Kent Gesse — Quest 3. Lisa Giacobbe — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 3, 4; Valenian 3, 4; Quill Scroll 3, 4; Drama Club 2-4; Aquanauts 2, 3; Pep Club 2-4; Exch. Student 4. El- liot Glynn — swimming 2-4. Tom Golando. Jon Gold — intramurals 2-4. Jeanne Golding — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; intra- murals 2-4; Quest 3. Jerry Gott — FCA 2, 3; Quest 3; basketball 2-4; track 3. Vicki Gould. Susan Graham — intramurals 3, 4; Quest 3, 4; basketball 2; Aquanauts 2-4; Pep Club 2-4. Charles Gray — Quest 2, 4. Steve Gray — For. Exch. 4; intramurals 2; Quest 3, 4. Mary Greenwald — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; NHS 3. 4; Quest 2. Pat Griffin — Quest 4. Ken Grind- ley — intramurals 2, 3; football 2-4; track 2-4. Erik Gustafson — VICA 4; baseball 2-4. Seniors — 131 Through the hoop and beyond Gail Guzek — Band. Antoinette Hackett — For. Exch. 2-4; Vikettes 2-4; 3, 4. Merribeth Hall — V- Teens 2; Vikettes 2-4; choir 3, 4. Sandy Halsted — track 2. Kathy Manner — Band 2-4; intramurals 4; Drama Club 2-4; Thespians 2-4; Wind Ensemble 2, 3; Or- chestra 2. 3; track 2. 3. Lynn Harrington. Robert Hartwell — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 3, 4; NHS 4. Troy Hartwig — track 2-4; football 4. Richard Hartz — Band 3; Chess Club 2; VICA 2 (v- p.). Cindy Hauber — gymnastics 2, 3. Valerie Hawes — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 3, 4; Quest 2; OEA 4 Katherine Hay — FCA 3, 4; For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 3; basketball 2, 3; Lang. Club 3; Ski Club 3, 4; National Merit Scholarship Finalist. 132 — Seniors Johanna Head — intramurals 4: V-Teens 2; Student Council 2; Pep Club 2, 3. Brenda Heaster — For. Exch. 2-4; Valenian 2-4 (co-editor, 4); Quill Scroll 2-4 (v.p., 4); Quest 4; For, Lang. Club 2, 3; NHS 3, 4. Dale Heinz. Andrea Held — For. Exch. Student from Germany, Quest 4. Joann Helms — For. Exch, 2; intramurals 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Quest 4; basketball 2. 3; track 2-4; Aquanauts 2. Timothy Henderson. Deborah Hendrixson — Vikettes 2-4; V-Teens 2. Mike Herndon. Judith Herren — FCA 3. 4; intramurals 2-4; Quest 2-4; basketball 2-4; track 3. Julie Hibbs — DECA 3, 4. Susan Hickey — For. Exch. 2; tennis 2-4. Jeff Hicks — For, Exch. 4; Band 4; intramurals 2; Jazz Band 4; Drama Club 4. Pam Hiener — Band 2, 3; For. Exch. 2; V-Teens 2- 4; Student Council 2; Pep Club 2-4; Choir 2-4. Pia Hiller — For. Exch. 2, 3; intramurals 3. 4; V-Feens 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Student Council 4; Pep Club 2-4. Jamie Hodurek — For. Exch. 3, 4; intramurals 2-4; YARC 2-4; Choir 2, 4. Bill Hohl — intramurals 2-4. Tim Howard. Janice Hreha — For. Exch. 2-4; Quest 2, 4; Pep Club 2-4 (sec. 3, trees. 4). Larry Huck. Patricia Hurley. Cyndi Huseman — FCA 3, 4; Drama Club 2, 3; Quest 4; tennis 2; Pep Club 2-4 Elizabeth Hush — Quest 2. Carrie Huston — Fr. Exch. 3; Quest 3, 4; Student Council 3; basketball 2; tennis 2; Pep Club 2, 3. Pam Hutton — Band 2-4; For Exch. 4; Quest 4; FEA 2, 3; Flag Corp 3, 4. Raellen Ingram — Band 2, 3; For. Exch. 2, 3; V- Teens 2; Quest 3. Jennifer Izydorek — Quest 3, 4; Student Council 4; swimming 3. Jeff Jackson — intramurals 3; golf 2-4. Kathy Jankowski. Seniors — 133 Mark Johansen — Drama Club 4; Quest 3; Choir 3. 4; Swing Choir 3, 4. John Johnson — intramurals 2-4; DECA 3, 4; tennis 2. Maureen Johnson — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; NHS 4. Susan Johnson — For. Exch. 3. Christine Johnson — intramurals 2. 3; Homecom- ing Princess 4; Quest 3, 4; Pep Club 2-4. Bill Jones — intramurals 4; baseball 2-4. Deborah Julian — For. Exch. 2; V-Teens 2, 3 (v-p., 3); Drama Club 2, 3; DECA 3, 4 (State Dist. Pres., 4); Choir 2, 3. Tina Kanne. Mary Karcher — V-Teens 2-4 (pres. 3, v-p 4); Vi- kettes 2, 3; Pep Club 2-4 Kunio Kasahara — For. Exch. 4; swimming 4. Mike Keller. John Kelley — Band 2-4; FCA 2-4; intramurals 2-4; Jazz Band 2-4; Valenian 2-4 (co-editor 4); NHS 3, 4; Quill Scroll 2-4 (pres. 4); Drama Club 2-4; Choir 2, 3; tennis 2. Margaret Kendall — For. Exch. 2-4; VTO 2-4; Stu- dent Council 2; swimming 1-4. Craig Kenworthy — intramurals 2; football 2-4; baseball 2-4 Dean Kila- vos — Drama Club 2. Laura King. Cliff Kissinger — Band 2-4; football 2-4; wrestling 2-4 George Klein — Band 2. Ray Kluth — football 3. Janet Koberna — Valenian 3, 4; NHS 4; Quill Scroll 3, 4. Carrie Koch — Pep Club 2, 3. Sandra Kopczak — Quest 2; Pep Club 2-4. Susan Kropp — For. Exch. 4; Quest 4. Gary Krueger — FCA 2-4 (v-p 4); NHS 3, 4; Quest 4; basketball 2-4; golf 1-4. Ralph LaBarr. Deborah Lahti — FCA 2-4; intra- murals 2-4; Quest 2-4; volleyball 2-4; basketball 2-4; Pep Club 2. 3. Andrew Lang. Terry Lang — FCA 4. 134 — Seniors Patricia Laugherty — Quest 2-4: OEA 4 (pres. 4); Choir 2, 3; volleyball 2, 3. Brad Lauman — FCA 3, 4; For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 2-4; Valenian 3; NHS 3, 4 (v-p 4); Student Faculty Senate 2-4; Quill Scroll 3; Quest 4; tennis 2; Student Council 3, 4 (pres. 4). Willy Laurence. Dave Lebryk — YARC 2; NHS 3, 4 (pres. 4); baseball 2-4; football 2-4; basketball 2-4. Brenda Lenel — VICA (treas.) Corbin Leininger — intramurals 3. 4; Quest 4; football 2-4; basketball 2. Laurie Lemmons — For. Exch. 2-4; Intramurals 2-4; V-Teens 3, 4; Valenian 4; Pep Club 2-4 (sporth- ead 4); Student Council 1, 2; Quill Scroll 4. Ken- neth Luebke — Band 2-4; Jazz Band 2-4. Joseph Leveritt — football 2-4. Wendy Liddle — Carousels 2; Carolers 3. 4. Kurt Lightcap — intr a- murals 4; football 4; track 4. Greg Loeffler — intra- murals 4; football 2-4; track 3. Ready to start a new game Seniors — 135 Frequently students whose un- excused and excused absences become a routine of their daily high school life are identified as rather bothersome individuals. There are exceptions though, and one happens to be Gary Krueger. When Gary’s name appears on the attendance bulletin, you won’t find him grabbing a bite to eat at Perkin’s or browsing through Southlake Mall. You’ll have much better luck by searching a golf course during tournament time or by attending an awards ceremony where former President Ford is honoring Gary and other outstand- ing golfers. Yes, anyone observing Gary Krueger’s accomplishments would have to agree — he is an exception. Gary began his high school golf career in 1976 as a freshman. Not only did he compete on the varsi- ty level, but he was also voted into the Duneland Conference team. Following his freshman year, Gary participated in local and na- tional tournaments. In addition to Rose Long. William Lucaitis — For. Exch. 3: intra- murals 3. Lise Lunsford — Band 2, 3; For. Exch. 3, 4; intramurals 4; track 2, 3; gymnastics 2, 3. Lorri Lunsford — Band 2. 3. Mark Luther — football 2, 3; basketball 2, 3; base- ball 2. 3. Maft Lux — intramurals 2-4; football 2-4. Ann Lyons. Jeff Maciejewski. Karen Mack. JoBeth Madsen — Band 2-4 (pres. 4); intramurals 3. 4; Jazz Band 2-4; NHS 3, 4; Stu- dent Faculty Senate 3; Drama Club 2-4 (pres. 4); Student Council 2-4 (sec. 3); Pep Club 4 Mike Ma- lackowski — Band 2. 3; Valenian 4; Student Facul- ty Senate 4; Quill Scroll 3, 4; Student Council 2-4. Arnold Mammarella — intramurals 3, 4; golf 2; basketball (mgr.) 2-4. An exception to the rule winning the Forest Park Junior Championship for the second time, which he would win again in 1978, he drew national attention by finishing 17th at the National Insurance Youth Classic. Again, in 1977, he was named to the Dune- land Conference team, as he would be throughout high school. The summer months brought about more tournaments, and more experience. With the sum- mer of 1977 as a launching pad, Gary was ready to blast-off in 1978. Beginning with being named Duneland Conference’s Most Valu- able Player, Gary was playing the best golf of his life, so far. His na- tional recognition grew by finishing fifth in two national tournaments: the National Insurance Youth Clas- sic, and the Junior Tournament of Champions. Also proving he could compete with any top junior, Gary was one of 36 players Involved in the U.S. Junior Golf Association finals. To add a finishing touch on a phenominal summer, the U.S.J.G.A. commended Gary by awarding him the second team All-American classification. This assured him of a place among the top 30 junior golfers in the nation. Although Gary would enjoy playing year round, Indiana’s golf courses cannot cope with the vi- gorous winters. Therefore, Gary turns his dedication to basketball during the winter months. Playing guard, he was a two-year letter- man. He was also responsible, in part, for the second half season surge by the Vikings in 1979. This was evident as he was voted both Captain and co-most valuable player along with Brad Blastick. In addition to his athletic ac- complishments, Gary has proved himself academically. Gary fin- ished high school with a class rank of 50 and was a member of National Honor Society and presi- dent of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. In the fall, Gary will be attending Texas A M on a golf scholarship. 136 — Seniors Craig Mammelson. Rich Manage. Lori Mann — For. Exch. 4; V-Teens 2; Quest 4. Eric Mannel — For. Exch. 2-4; NHS 2-4; Student Faculty Senate 4 (sec.); basketball manager 4. Gregg Manogg. Debbie Marasco — For. Exch. 3, 4; V-Teens 2-4 (pres. 4); Drama Club 2; Student Council 4; golf 4; Pep Club 2-4 Dave Marshall — . intramurals 2, 4; football 2. Brenda Martin — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 2; track (scorekeeper) 4; vol- leyball 2. 3. Constance Martin — FCA 3, 4; For. Exch. 2, 4; in- tramurals 3, 4; V-Teens 3-4 (treas. 4); Drama Club 2, 3; Student Council 4; track 2-4; basketball 2-4; Pep Club 2-4. Vicki Martin. Mark McGuirl — NHS 3; Chess Club 3; Quest 4. Mark Mead. Sharon Mead — For. Exch. 2; intramurals 4; V- Teens 2-4; Vikettes 2; Drama Club 2-4; QEA 4. Anna Meece — intramurals 2; V-Teens 2-4; NHS 3. 4; Drama Club 2-4; Choir 2-4; Pep Club 2-4. Mitch Merle. Terry Mertz. John Mieczenkowski. Joe Milianta. Daralee Mill- er. Todd Miller — Quest 2; VICA 2. Jeff Morris — Band 2; basketball 2, 3; baseball 2. Suzanne Morse — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; intra- murals 2-4; Flag Corp 3, 4; Lang. Club 3. Michele Moser — NHS 3, 4; Aquanauts 2; Student Council 2, 4; Pep Club 3. Kim Muench — Quest 3, 4. Andres Munoz — Exchange Student from Peru. Daniel Munoz. Kathy Murphy. Shannon Murphy — FCA 2-4; For. Exch. 2; intramurals 2; golf 1-4; swimming 1; Varsity tennis 1-3; Pep Club 2-4; Quest 4. Seniors — 137 Julie Murvihill. Kay Mussman — Quest 2; Vikettes 2, 3; Choir 3, JoH Neeley — football 2-4; wrestling 2-4; baseball 2-4. Louise Neis — intramurals 3; VTO 2-4; swimming 2-4 (co-capt. 4); track 2-4; FCA 2; Aquanauts 2. Carole Nelson. Beth Newland — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 3; V-Teens 2-4. Bill Nibbe. Lora Night- ingale — intramurals 4; gymnastics 2; Pep Club 2; Quest 4. Sue Niland — Band 2, 3; For. Exch. 2-4; intramur- als 2-4; V-Teens 2, 4; Pep Club 2-4; Student Council 2. Mark Noneff — Student Council 3. Patrick Noonan — intramurals 2; Quest 2; VICA 2 (trees.); track 1-4; cross country 1-4 (capt ). Donna North — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2; NHS 3, 4; Quest 4; Stu- dent Council 2, 3 Gowns cap senior year 138 — Seniors Dennis Novak — intramurals 3, 4; Homecoming Es- cort 4; swimming 2, 3. Kimberly Nappnau — FCA 2-4; Quest 4; FEA 2; cheerieader 2; Pep Club 2-4 (sec 3); P.V.E. teaching lab. 3, 4. Nancy Oliver — For. Exch. 2; NHS 3, 4 (sec.): Quest 2-4; cheer- leader 2-4; Pep Club 2-4; Jr. Class Treas.; Sr. Class Treas. Leslie Olsen — For. Exch. 2; Valenian 4; Quill Scroll 4; volleyball 2; Quest 2, 4. Eugene O’Neill — intramurals 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Stu- dent Council 3. 4; basketball 2; National Merit Schol- arship Finalist. Julie Ortega — FCA 3; Quest 2; swimming 2. Mike Osterhout — intramurals 2-4. Barb Owens — For. Exch. 2. 3: Quest 2-4. Mike Pavlick. Mike Peters — VICA 3, 4 (v-p). Richard Philip — FCA 2-4; NHS 3. 4; Student Council 3; baseball 2-4; cheerleader 2; intramurals 2- 4. Roger Piatek. Fred Pittman — Student Faculty Senate 3; Student Council 2, 3; football 2; wrestling (manager) 4. Teah Pitts — intramurals 2, 3; Quest 2; track 2; Pep Club 2-4. Chris Platt — Band 2-4; Jazz Band 2, 3. Steve Plazony. Susan Potis — FCA 3: Quest 3, 4; track 3, 4; Pep Club 2, 3. Doug Powell — basketball 2-4. Blain Powers — intramurals 2-4. Stephanie Price — Band 2; intramurals 2; Choir 2. April Pullins — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; NHS 3, 4; For. Lang. Club 3; intramurals 2-4. Dawn Quig- gle — Band 2, 3; For. Exch. 4; intramurals 2; VICA 2. Barb Raber — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2, 3; NHS 3, 4; Homecoming Court 4; NHS 3, 4; Drama Club 2-4; Student Council 4; track 2; cheerleader 2; Pep Club 2-4; Drum Major 3. 4. Roger Raelson. Rorie Raelson — FCA 4; intramurals 2-4; Quest 4; volleyball 2, 3; track 3. 4; basketball 2-4. Sara Ra- mirez — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 2-4; V-Teens 2-4; NHS 3, 4; swimming 2; Lang. Club 2, 3 (sec.); Pep Club 2-4. Donna Raymond — intramur- als 2, 3; V-Teens 3, 4; Valenian 4; Homecoming Queen 4; cheerleader 2-4; tennis 2; Pep Club 2-4. Kathy Raymond — intramurals 2, 3; Quest 2, 3; DECA 4; Pep Club 2, 3; tennis 2. Seniors — 139 Cindy Reavis — For. Exch. 2-4; Student Council 3, 4; Student Faculty Senate 2. 3: Quill Scroll 4; Dra- ma Club 2. 3: Pep Club 2-4 (pres. 4); Girl ' s State Del. 3. Valenian 4 Becky Redelman — Quest 2; track 2-4; swimming 2. Dan Reed. Mary Reichert. Melissa Reinhertz — track 4; Pep Club 3. Laura Rettinger — QEA 4 Karen Reynolds — NHS 3, 4; Quest 3, 4; QEA 4. Jeff Rice — VICA 2. Laura Ritter — For. Exch. 3. 4. Dave Robinson — Band 2-4; Jazz Band 2-4. Cyndi Rogness — Quest 3. 4; Pep Club 2, 3; Peer Counseling 4. Kevin Roof — football 3, 4; track 2. Anne Rose — intramurals 2; Quest 2; basketball 2- 4; volleyball 2-4; Choir 2. Tim Rose. Kristine Rubel — Band 2-4; NHS 3, 4. Alison Rush — For. Exch. 2; intramurals 2. 4; NHS 4; Student Faculty Senate 2, 3 (pres. 3); Student Council 2-4; Quest 3. 4; Pep Club 2-4 (v-p 4). Tammy Russell — NHS 3, 4; FEA 2; intramurals 2; Quest 4. Jackie Sacks. Colleen Sanford — For. Exch. 2-4; V-Teens 2; Flag Corp 4; track 2-4 Lisa Schantz — For. Exch. 3. 4 (treas. 4); NHS 4; Quest 4. Patty Schiek — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4; Drama Club 2-4; Flag Corp 3, 4. Sarah Schroeder — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2. 4; V-Teens 2; Drama Club 3, 4; Flag Corp 3, 4; Pep Band 4. Terri Lynn Schroeder — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 4; Drama Club 3. Deborah Schueler — YARC 2; tennis 2; track 2; volleyball 2. 3; basketball 2; Quest 2. Caroline Schmaker — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 4; Drama Club 4; Choir 3, 4. Karin Selman. Mary Shaffer — NHS 3, 4; Quest 4; volleyball 2-4 Greg Short. 140 — Seniors Busting loose blows the budget That big year finally arrived with a bang. The seniors were looking for- ward to it as their last year at the old meat grinder known as high school, before they finally hit the big time at college or in the job market. Parents were ecstatic too because, for them, it was the last year they had to dish out this and that for the kid, (unless of course he was going to college, which would cause them four more years of headache), and they hoped that at last, the major portion of the family ' s budget for 12 years would go out into the world and start bringing in some money of his own. Just as they paid the book rental and were settling down to a year of comparatively little expense, the sen- ior came home and said it was time to have his picture taken, and senior pictures were THE picture of the high school career and cost a lot money. The average senior at VHS paid $54 for his senior pictures. Back on their financial feet after that expense, November rolled around and it was time to order graduation announcements — a must for any self-repecting senior with class. Although gradtion was still six months away, they had to be ordered so they could be personal- ized. Of course the stamps would cost a packet too, but the average price of announcements at VHS was $27. December was quiet, but in Janu- ary, the time had rolled around for caps and gowns to be ordered. A deposit of $6 was required, and al- though it wasn’t much, the parents inquired at the bank about getting a second mortgage on the house. Finally, May rolled around and the parents were filled with the joy that accompanies the release from ex- penses caused by graduation. Yet, the senior needed clothes to wear under his gown, and shoes for his feet. And then, after the ceremony, the party began. Steve Siar — intramurals 2, 3, football 2, 3. Tami Sick. Carla Siddall — Quest 4. Tom Sieger — Band 3. Mark Sier — intramurals 3. Lisa Silhavy — For. Exch. 2-4; V-Teens 2; Quest 3, 4; gymnastics 2. Bri- an Sinclair — For. Exch. 2-4 (v-p); intramurals 2-4; VTQ 2-4; swimming 2-4 (capt. 4); track 4; Aquan- auts 2-4 Sonia Sison — For. Exch, 2, 3; intramur- als 2, 3; Vikettes 3; Drama Club 3; Choir 2-4; diving 3; Aquanauts 2-4; Carolers 3, 4. Michael Sizen — wrestling 3, 4. Jackie Smith — For. Exch. 3, 4; Student Faculty Senate 3; Drama Club 4; Pep Club 2-4. Michael Smith — FCA 2-4 (pres. — 4); intramurals 3; golf 2, 3; basketball 2, 4. James Stanton — intramurals 2-4; golf 1-4; Home- coming Escort 4; football 2-4. Seniors — 141 Andy Snyder — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 3, 4; Quest 3; swimming 3, 4; tennis 2; Boys State 3. Donna Sobkowiak. Paul Sommer — For. Exch. 2; Quest 3, 4. Scott Sommers — cross country 3; track 3. Dennis Spoor — intramurals 4; Quest 3: base- ball 2-4; wrestling 2-4. Wendy Stalbaum — Quest 4. Terry Stasierowski — Band 2, 3; Quest 4. Greg Staub — Band 2. 3; VICA 3. 4 (v-p 3; pres. 4). Carolyn Stempora — For. Exch. 2; V-Teens 2; NHS 3, 4; FEA 2; Pep Club 2. Jurgen Stohler. Leigh Stokes — intramurals 3; Quest 3; basket- ball 2-4; track 1-4. Tina Stout — OEA 4. Favorites match pre-race bets Undoubtably it has to be one of the hardest to keep secrets of the senior year. Although the Guidance Office issues it the highest security rating of any of its files, gradually, the news of who’s going to be the valedictorian and the salutatorian fil- ters down the grapevine and throughout the ranks of the seniors. Sometimes the names are a sur- prise, but when they were finally an- nounced in the early part of May, the news wasn’t really news, rather a confirmation of the fact. Both girls had already been one and two when the preliminary ranking came out in September, and finally, the Guidance Office confirmed that the two people were Bekki Evans and Mary Greenawald. Few students were sur- prised because both of them had maintained near perfect or perfect grade point averages throughout high school. Without the titles, robes, and gold tassles that accompany their honors, however, Bekki and Mary shared the same characteristics as most other American high school students. Both were members of the National Honor Society and Foreign Exchange Club. Bekki was also a three year member of the swimming team who also worked at boys’ swim meets as a timer. Besides being co-captain of the swim team in her senior year, she was also a vice president of her class for three years. In the summer of her junior year, Bekki spent her time overseas as a participant in the I.U. Honors Program, which she qualified for by passing a battery of tests. Mary devoted many hours to the marching and concert bands and participated in NISBOVA as a mem- ber of woodwind ensembles and the band. She also competed on the winning team in the Michiana Wom- en’s Math Contest. In the fall, Mary and Bekki wili en- ter Purdue where Mary will study en- gineering and Bekki, German and ar- chitecture. 142 — Seniors Mary Straka — For. Exch. 2; Drama Club 2; Vi- kettes 3. Ken Strehler — intramurals 2-4. Laura Ann Strimbu — Quest 3. 4; VIkettes 2-4; Pep Club 3, 4. Susan Strikwerda — Quest 4. Chris Strohl — Quest 4; volleyball 2; basketball 2. Dan Sturdevant — Band 3. Mary Summers — Band 2, 3. Lynne Sundwall — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 2-4. Jett Susdorf — For. Exch. 2; Intramurals 2; VICA 2; football 4; baseball 4; track 2. Cheryl Tauck — in- tramurals 3; Quest 3. 4. Sharon Telschow — Band 2, 3; Quest 2. Michael Terpstra — Intramurals 3. Lincoln Thormahlen. Nancy Tiebert — For. Exch. 4; V-Teens 4; Quest 4; tennis 2. Mike Tonner — For. Exch. 4; intramurals 2; NHS 3, 4; Student Coun- cil 2, 4; tennis 2; swimming 3, 4. Lynne Trapp. Harry Treadway — soccer 2, 3. Linda Trow- bridge. Pat Tudor — intramurals 3; NHS 3, 4; Stu- dent Council 2; Junior Class President; Senior Class President. Tom Uban — Band 2, 3; Jazz Band 4. Andy Upton — football 2; choir 4. Shelly Valette — intramurals 2; V-Teens 2; For. Exch. 2. Laurie Velchek — V-Teens 2. Bretta Wagner — For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 2; Drama Club 2, 3; FEA 2, 3; Choir 2; basketball 2. 4; track 4. Jim Walker. Bill Walsh — intramurals 4. Mike Walsh — intramurals 2. Michelle Ward — Band 2, 3; V-Teens 2-4; For. Exch. 2; Pep Club 2; Flag Corp 3. Seniors — 143 144 Belinda Watts — Band 2-4; FCA 3. 4; For. Exch. 2-4; intramurals 2, 4; basketball 2, 3. Carol Wegr- zyn — Vikettes 2; OEA 4; Quest 4; Pep Club 2. Su- zanne Wellner — Band 2-4; For. Exch. 3, 4; Jazz Band 2. 3; NHS 3, 4; Pep Band 2, 3. Jim Wells — VICA 3, 4; football 2; track 2; wrestling 2. Robert Welsh — football 2, 3; track 2, 4; intramur- als 2. Michele Wessel — Band 2-4; V-Teens 2; Choir 3, 4; intramurals 2-4; Quest 2. Jett Wieland — For. Exch. 2. Barb Wiggins — VICA 3, 4; golf 2- 4, Carole Wilson. Keith Wilson — football 2-4; track 2-4 Steve Wilson — YARC 4; track 4; soccer 4. Greg Winters — baseball 2-4; wrestling 2, 3. No more pencils, no more books? ' 4 As Bekki Evans gives a presentation to the City Council, Clerk-Treasur- er Rob Daniels and Mayor Matt Lux listen to her views on zoning. Seniors Margo WoodruH — For. Exch. 2, 4; FCA 2-4; intramurals 2-4; Student Council 2-4; FEA 2-4; track 2-4 Melanee Worthon. Bill Wright — in- tramurals 2-4; track 2; football 2-4; cross country 2. Mark Yoder — intramurals 2-4. Rick Young — FCA 3; football 3, 4; track 3; baseball 4. Christine Zahn. Linda Zehner — intramurals 2; Quest 4; OEA 4 (v-p); Pep Club 2. Theresa Zell — track 2. John Zrodlowski — For. Exch. 2-4; Quest 4. Susan Bihiman. Anadir DaCunha — Exchange Student from Brazil. Seniors Not Pictured Airey, Lisa Hawkins, Jim Schneegas, Bob Barros, Paul Hoffman, Kevin Schnick, Ed Beutler, Chris Horan, Rusty Scott, David Blasko, Ron Homey, David Snider, Ronda Blossom, Violet Howard, Mark Spencer, Tim Bogulslawski, Doug Johnson, Dan Stout, Mike Bonzani, Carey Johnson, Mar y Strehler, Jim Brownell, Greg Jones, Mike Thompson, Brian Burchuk, John Kirk, Richard Thompson, Dale Camp, Cindy Kurman, Chris Tray wick, Nora Campbell, Mike Lanyi, Don Trimble, Rhonda CarichoH, Steve Lee, Eric Tucker, Nick Chell, Roy Lomas, Kevin Wallen, Michelle Cornett, Tim Long, Dan Woidke, Mark Cotton, Mike Mattoon, Michele Woodrow, Bob Dantuma, Kirt Maxey, Jeff Yates, Darlene Dean, Jeff McGuire, Mark Deiotte, Tim McNamara, Andy Diller, Bob Medema, Alan Ehrstein, Paul Nightingale, Dean Eichelberg, Lisa Nowlin, Terry Farrow, Tom Ohm, Mark Fritts, Ed Paris, Sandy Galey, Charles Parker, Alan Garbison, Ron Paul, Roben Gilger, Dale Pierce, Jim Gottschling, Dan Pursley, Dave Greaves, Don Rhew, Dave Greer, Darryl Ronco, Jerry Haggerty, Jim Ross, Ed Halmi, Mike Rothman, Craig Hammond, Tim Rozdilsky, Tom Hanke, Nancy Ruwersma, Roger Seniors — 145 Juniors bake up, raffle off Adams, Holly Alcantara, Maria Allen, Tina Alvarez, Paul Anderson, Karen Anderson, Lynne Anderson, Mark Andrews, Claudia Anieitner, Mary Annen, Liz Armstrong, Drew Armstrong, Lori Arnett, Kim Bach, Julie Baggs, Charlie Banos, Lynette Barker, Sheila Beach, Brian Beck, Mary Becker, Jim Belaschky, Amy Bell, Linda Bengal, Dirk Benner, Pam Bennett, Bruce Bennett, Tracey Berkoski, Chris Berkoski, Pam “Hey Sue!” Can I have a ride home?” Sure, if you can wait a while. I’ve got to stay after for the Junior Class of- ficer meeting. We’re trying to get some ideas for Prom.” “Already? Prom is six months away?” “Well, we have to start organizing now. We’ve got some great fund raising ideas like a bake sale and an album raffle, but our main problem is getting kids to participate. We had a workday in October and only six people showed up. We don’t even have a theme yet, and we should be ordering our decora- tions soon.” “Wow, that sounds pretty grim.” “Yeah, everybody wants to go to Prom, but they don’t want to help.” “Gee, I was going to be at the work- day, but I thought there’d be enough people, so I skipped it and went to the mall instead.” Bertholet, Kelly Bicomong, Fernando Birky, Mark Bisacky, Michelle Bish, Doug Blau, Tammy Bol, David Bonzani, Lorie Borchertmeyer, Susan Bouche, Chuck Boyd, Robert Brady, James Bralsakis, Jim Bretscher, Nathan Brockopp, Jon Brosky, Denise Brown, Tim Bucher, Wendi Bucich, Tony Buehrle, Tammy Byron, Daniel Byvoets, Arjen Carichoff, Kim Carlos, Prudente Carlson, Jean Carlson, Terry Casbon, Tacy Casey, Shiela Chambers, Cathy Charon, Eric Chelf, Karol Childress, Lee Choker, Paul Chrustowski, Greg Clark, Tim Clause, Dave Clinord, Tina Cole, Debbie Comeford, Mary Copsy, Dan Corneil, Corbin Corsbie, Jeff Courteau, Keith Crise, Robert Crowley, Anne Curran, David Czekaj, Angie Daras, Mike Davis, Marquita Dawson, Rande Dawson, Sherry Delong, Amie Delp, Craig Dobbins, Sheryl Domer, Steve Dommer, Janet Juniors — 147 Dorward, Calvin Douglass, Debbie Downing, Debbie Drohan, Dominic Dugo, Laurie Duncan, Mike Dupes, Mary Dutcher, Jamie Eaton, Shelley Egolf, Eric Eldridge, Terry Engelder, Steve Engstron, Greg Ensign, Karl Edwards, Sue Falls, Mark Farrow, David Fauser, Michelle Feldman, Mark Ferguson, Roxann Ferklic, Steve Prom stumbles on sounds of silence 148 — Juniors Findling, Judy Fink, Penny Fitzeimmone, Freida Fleenor, Randy Frederick, Joyce Funk, Ann Furlin, Jeff Furman, Mary Galow, Martha Gardin, Jeff Gast, Lynda Gebhart, Jay Glintki, David Goble, Bill Goodenow, Lauren Gosch, Mary Graham, Mona Grieger, Wendy Griffin, John Gross, Vicki Grotzke, Roberta Hagans, Nora Hanchar, David Hanna, David Hanson, Chris Harbold, Pam Harder, Carol Harrington, Beth Hason, Agatha Hattok, Julia Hauser, David Hayden, Tom Hazlett, Michele Heath, Harry Henderson, Barbara Henry, Rachel Hansel, Gary Hernandez, Dawn Hienes, Rod Hill, Rick Hines, Sue Hoehner, Anne Hofferth, Erica Hofferth, Lisa Hohl, Laura Hoover, Steven Hovey, Lori Howard, Alison Howard, Martha Hoyt, Tina Hoyt, Tom Hubbell, Ross Hunsberger, Heidi Hurley, Howard Hurst, Bonnie Inches, David Juniors — 149 Jakob, Tom Johanson, Paul Jonea, Pat Joseph, Carol Kalina, Paul Karcher, Bill Kassner, Debra Keller, Mark Kelley, Tim Kendrick, Denise Kenyon, Lisa Kerlin, Bill Kerns, Karen Kilgour, Rachel Kirscher, Helen Kissinger, Karen Kneifel, Tina Koch, Kevin Koday, Diane Koenig, David Koiczak, Rick Koskey, Tina Krebs, Ken Krueger, Diane Ku, Dave Ku, Steve Kuehl, Robert Kukulies, Gary Kurtz, Robin Lafferty, Kim Laing, Mark LaKanne, Susie Landgrebe, Neil Landry, Patrick Langley, Ron Larr, Marene Larson, Pat Lasky, Joy Lawrence, Vickie Leffel, Rhonda Lethen, Lori Leverich, Pat Lindy, Greg Lines, Rob Linton, Vicki Lohmeyer, Ruth Lomas, Ken Long, Kathy Ludwig, Kevin Luecke, Bill Lundgren, Brad Lyon, Jane Macik, Jackie Malone, Mike Manatrey, Mark Marasco, Mark 150 — Juniors Marcinkowski, Brett Marner, Karen Marshall, Millie Martin, John Martinson, Steve Makon, David Matchett, Mark Matern, Elizabeth Mathews, Tim Mathieu, Jackie Maupin, Steve Mavity, Mark Mayhew, Theresa McAleer, Tina McCarron, Craig McColley, Therese McCormick, Pam McDaniels, Bev McFadden, Tom McFarland, Scott McGuire, Kathy Caught in the middle — not lost in a crowd Juniors — 151 Cookin’ up prom profits during lunch Mclnerney, Pat McKim, Joyce Mertz, Lisa Michell, Anita Miller, Phil Mischenko, Ed Mitchell, Lisa Mitchell, Lori Mondello, Michelle Moore, Billie Jo Morrison, Bruce Morrisson, Scott Moser, Diane Moser, Kim Mueller, Ron Myers, Janet Nagel, Katie Neis, Eileen Nelson, Gail Netzhammer, John Nibbe, Jim Norfleet, Paula Norris, Lance Nulton, Chris Nuss, Ron O’Dell, Rob Oglesby, Ken Olson, Amy 152 — Juniors Olszewski, Jeanette Owens, Terry Parks, Brenda Parks, Donald Paul, Irene Pauley, Bruce Pavacik, Mike Pearson, Julie Pera, Jeff Perrine, Jeff Peterson, Don Phillips, Kim Piper, Doreen Pitts, Shawn Platt, Jeff Pollock, Scott Porter, Diane Prahlow, Chris Priano, Tony Ouintero, Dave Ramos, Brent Redding, Tracey Redman, Debra Reed, Paul Reeder, Brett Reinhertz, Melinda Rewersma, Wendell Reynolds, Dawn Rhew, Danny Rhynard, Don Riggs, Cheryl Risk, Pam Rogers, Carla Rogers, Susan Rush, Judy Sachs, Ellie Sacks, Brenda Samay, Sandra Sanford, Keith Sawyer, Tom Schumucker, John Scholl, Katie Scott, Jim Schroeder, Bob Schroeder, Scott Schultz, Marci Schulz, Kathy Seeber, Carolyn Shinabargar, Bob Silhavy, Tina Silhavy, Cynthia Simon, Kim Simpson, Darla Singer, Darren Sizen, Lynda Skinner, Dan Juniors — 153 Slingtby, Susan Smith, Mary Smith, Paul Snider, Debbi Sonaty, Kim Spencer, Julie Spicola, Rita Starkey, Gary Startt, Jim Stavreff, Robert Steele, Kathleen Steinhilber, Rosemary Stewart, Douglas Stoner, Martha Stout, Wanda Strong, Robert Sullivan, Sean Swain, David Swann, Sadonna Swanson, David Thomas, Bill Thomas, Mike Thompson, Kevin Thompson, Scott Thoreson, Tim Tincher, Troy Tonner, Brian Tracy, Spencer Middle class strides toward final hurdle Juniors Not Pictured Albert, Todd Haggerty, Jim Scott, Ira Algonzine, Mike Hans, Connie Scott, Jim Back, Cathy Hatchett, Ron Smith, Scott Back, Tom Hayes, Dan Snider, Debra Barnes, Kerry Hernandez, Jeff Sowers, Hubert Benjamin, Carrie Heron, Tom Sowinski, Eve Brown, Jim Horwitz, Gregg Steger, Dwayne Brown, Mark Ikeda, Jon Stever, Charles Bucher, Wendi Jasper, Mike Stout, Wayne Carr, Chris Kratz, Mike Thompson, Dan Carullo, Jeffery Manage, Joe Trimble, Jim Crebase, Teresa McFadden, Tim Upton, Steve Creech, Dan Morgan, Steve Velchek, Jeff Cusick, Scott Murvihill, Tom Vonalman, Fred Dawson, Cheryl Neal, Bev Walters, Dave Diehl, Nancy Newell, Jack Webber, Greg Douglass, Jim Norfleet, Tim Wright, Darryl Durham, Robert Peterson, Jeff Wright, Greg Duvnjak, Susan Pierce, Bob Zombik, Sherry Eaton, Bill Riley, Frank Zorick, Paul Edwards, Susan Ross, Michelle Zrodlowski, Jim Foreman, Don Rowe, Mark Frankus, Joe Salyer, Mark Juniors Trapp, Jo Jo Treasler, Sheila Trimble, Tim Trowbridge, Glenda Tucker, Mark Tucker, Pam Tudor, Sharon Ulm, Paul Ungurait, John Uridel, Doug Vanhook, Mike Vasa, Joni Ventura, Laura Venlurini, Alexa Verde, Stephanie Vernich, Dawn Vereb, Cindy Veselica, Kathy Vorwald, Robert Wagner, Brad Walker, Dan Walker, Joann Walker, Wade Ward, Tammy Wark, Chuck Wareham, Susan Washek, Sandy Watt, Margret-Gayle Watts, Susan Wayne, Bret Weekley, Sherri Wehling, Jeff Weiler, Robert Welch, Beth Welch, Kelley West, Conrad Whaling, Tim White, Eric Wiencken, Julie Wikle, Brian Will, Scott Willis, Lewis Wilson, Jeff Winters, Kim Woods, Kathie Worthen, Steve Wray, Kathy Yocum, Katie Youngmark, Linnea Zell, Rose Juniors — 155 Agee, Kevin Albers, Laura Albert, Trent Albrecht, Dana Am, Ed Allen, David Allen, Jeannine Allen, Ron Alvarez, Aaron Amundsen, Eric Ancinec, Gary Anderson, Julie Athanson, Chris Atwell, Tonya Baker, Don Baker, Joan Bamesberger, Johanna Banschbach, Eric Barfell, Tammie Barkhausen, Susan Bartellmo, Mike Baumann, Becky Beckett, Charles Benton, Jim Berg, Eric Berg, Mark Berkoski, Dan Berkshire, Jeanne Betz, Greg Bickle, Todd Biddle, Brenda Billingsly, Kim Birky, David Allen Birky, David Blagojevick, Lillian Sophomores “Did you hear that we’re going to start raising money for Prom this year?” “Yeah, we’re going to have some bake sales and car washes, too. This way we won’t have t o worry about running short of money next year. “Hey, speaking of money, have you ordered your class ring yet? I was thinking of the Starburst, or maybe just a plain college oval, or maybe ...” “Aren’t the sockhops neat? The discos are pretty good, too.” “Yeah, really. You know, I still can’t believe how shocked we were when we first got here. Remember how big we thought it was?” “Oh yeah. And remember when we had to use our maps to get around the school?” “That was a real trip!” “Right, and remember when ...” 156 — Sophomores Blanco, Paula Bland, Richard Boatel, Brian Bondi, Susan Bonich, Marcia Bonzani, Brian Borth, Philip Boste, Oscar Bostic, Susan Bozarth, Lori Brady, Debbie Brant, Jim Bratton, Jenny Bray, Peter Breen, Valerie Brissette, Cathy Brosky, Cheryl Brown, Chris Brown, David Brown, Lisa Bryan, Tamara Bryant, Joel Buchanan, Jana Buchanan, Tony Buche, Jan Buckley, Megan Buehrle, Debbie Burt, Mary Butt, Autumn Byvoets, Tamara Carpenter, Jay Carter, Ruth Castro, Mary Channell, Theresa Chodan, Denise Christy, Lynn Christy, Tami Cook, Diane Corely, Lance Coulter, Cara Craker, Alison Criswell, Jeff Crowe, Joyce Crowell, Nancy Cyzyk, Karen Daly, Chris Daly, Kathy Davidson, Kurt Deck, Lisa Deen, Aruna Delumpa, Margaret DeMeo, Joanne Deso, Dawn Dickey, Sarah Dixon, Kevin Doane, Kasia Dombrowski, Janet Donley, Kathy Dougherty, Carolyn Douglas, Carol Dowd, Mike Droedge, Paula Drozdy, Donna Sophomores — 157 Dugan, Elizabeth Dugger, Mary Dupes, Jeanette Durham, Mike Dutcher, Kim Eaton, Debbie Eaton, Melissa Eckert, Tim Eggert, Amy Eichelberg, John Eichelberg, Matt Emerson, Toby Emig, Greg Endsley, Leanne Engelder, Mark Evans, Debbie Evans, John Falls, Rod Farrell, Mary Feldman, Erik Feitgen, Robert Ferklic, Diana Ferrall, Kim Field, Julie Filipowski, Steve Fink, Carol Foster, Ted Frank, Billy Frazee, Glenn Fritts, Karen Fryer, Robert Galey, David Garcia, Raeann Gabbard, Gregg Garrett, Kathy Gesse, Kurt Giacobbe, David Gilmore, Lori GIlynn, Philip Golding, Jenny Goodman, Kelly Goodrich, David Goodwin, Charles Goodwin, Kevin Granberry, Andrea Gregorowicz, Bernard Griffin, Elizabeth Gudino, Tom Gutt, Jody Guzek, Joe Hall, Tom Hallberg, Cindy Harden, Robert Hardesty, Jean Harris, Carla Harris, Geneva Lost: 1 confident freshman 158 — Sophomores Hartman, Laurie Hathaway, Karina Hawkina, Beth Hay, John Hefner, Carol Heimberg, Susan Henderson, Tom Henrichs, Marlise Herndon, Sally Herr, Deanna Hess, Bill Hewlett, Chris Hill, David Hillenbrand, Cathy Hiller, Pimm Hodge, Laura Hofferth, John Horwitz, Wendi Hovey, Roxanne Howard, Denise Howard, Julie Huber, Scott Hudgins, Doug Hundt, Pam Hunt, Dawn Hunter, Lisa Ikeda, Steve Imm, Tedd Inches, Kevin Jackson, Denise Jaroszewski, Tony Jaroszewski, Chris Johnson, Debbie Johnson, Mike Johnson, Scott Jones, Bob Kassner, Diane Keaton, Jackie Keen, Leann Keene, Brian Keller, Daryle Kendrick, Mark Kent, Tim Kenworthy, Lynne Kleehammer, Kelly Kluth, Mike Kobak, Steve Koebcke, Larry Kohihoff, Melanie Kolar, Ed Korgel, Kevin Kneifel, Bob Knoernschild, Kevin Kratz, Andre Krieger, Mike Kruger, Bill Kueck, Wendy Kuzemka, Scott Kyes, Lisa Lafferty, Dianne Lambert, Laurie Landgrebe, Jeff Leffew, Vern Sophomores — 159 Attention turns to class(y) rings Leib, Ricky Lemmons, Bill Lewis, Denise Lewis, Fred Leverilt, Tim Lichtenberger, Brad Liddle, Don Loeffler, Lisa Lolkema, Bryan Louderback, Bruce Lovett, Kim Lucaitis, Helen Ludwig, Jim Lundewall, Eva Lynch, Cathy Lynch, Jim Maclennan, Ross Madrilejo, Norman Magnetti, Tamara Makivich, Karen Manage, Suzanne Mannel, Michele March, Scott Marencik, Mark Markowitz, Steve Marshall, Kristine Martin, Todd Masters, Soonja McAleer, Tara McBride, John McDaniels, Eugene McDowell, Beth McGuire, Jim McGuire, Kathy McKee, Brian McKesson, Lori McNamara, Liz Medema, Andria Mertz, Charles Metrakos, Mike Meyer, Jim Meyer, Kent Meyers, Kandi Miller, Chris Miller, Darlene Miller, Steve Millender, Jerry Mockler, Scott Molitoris, Karen Moncilovich, George Moore, Jackie Moran, Jerry Morgan, Randy Morgano, Tony Mrziak, Kristen Mueller, Mike 160 — Sophomores Muench, Laura Mundt, Mark Munoz, Steve Murphy, Kevin Neeley, Julie Nelson, Joanne Nemeth, Tracy Netzhammer, Lori Nevills, Barney Nightingale, Kathy Niland, Pat North, Lisa Novak, Cheryl O’Connell, Joan Overton, Mark Owens, Rhonda Paris, Amy Parkes, Nancy Pauley, Sherri Pavich, Gary Pearce, David Pedavoli, David Pence, Brenda Peters, Cathy Philips, Jon Philips, Suzanne Phipps, Kevin Pittman, Al Pittman, Del Platt, Andrea Poncher, Julia Porter, Leigh Potis, Margaret Powell, Pam Powers, Polly Prescott, Robert Pullins, Walter Rader, Andy Ranalli, Angela Raye, Karen Raymond, Don Rea, Don Redding, Melanie Redelman, Joe Reed, Jon Reggie, Erica Renshaw, David Reshkin, Karen Reynolds, Nick Rhew, Steve Rhoades, Jeff Rinker, Frances Robbins, Teena Roberts, Doug Sophomores — 161 Found: 1 confused sophomore Roberts, Richard Robinson, Diane Robinson, Katie Rogers, David Rogers, Duane Rose, Charlet Rose, Willard Rucker, David Rudd, Kim Rumford, Rod Rutt, Jeff Samay, Kathy Saterlee, Kim Sausman, Robin Schenck, Mark Schroeder, Neil Schroeder, Thomas Schuck, Steve Schueler, Dawn Scott Bruce Scott, Jenny Selby, Tim Sexton, Heather Shadrick, Kelly Shoemaker, Connie Short, Annette Shultz, Lisa Sienkowski, Randy Smith, Joyce Smith, Lisa Smith, Todd Snodgrass, Scott Soloman, Ed Sommers, Dawn Sowers, Claudie Speckhard, Dan Spencer, Bob Spicola, Richard Spoor, Starla Stark, Chris Stavreff, Mike St. Clair, Kim Stedman, Rhonda Steel, Steve Steeves, John Stever, Todd Stewart, Mark Stritof, Andy Stombaugh, Bruce Stone, Peggy Stratton, Anne Strumski, Robin Swann, Shannon Swanson, Tom Sumner, Lisa Sutherlin, Wanda 162 — Sophomores Sophs Not Pictured Asbury, Mike Barcut, Kelly Bradney, Mark Chambers, Candice Clark, Sherry Dust, Tim Eckert, Chris Ensign, Willie Espie, David Fisher, Richard Greer, Randy Goble, Gregory Hammond, Paul Hatchett, Rod Heaster, Cindy Hickey, Cyndi Husmann, Julie Jahnz, Janice Jarrett, Shannon Johns, Terry Johnson, Arlin Johnson, Barry Johnston, Debbie LaBarr, Sheryl Langley, Scott Manering, David Micciche, Kim Miller, Chris Mischenko, Joann Rice, Angela Robertson, Joe Robinson, Diane Sacks, Rubin Saylor, Toni Shinabargar, Alan Slagle, Ray Soliday, Scott Stotts, Walter Tener, Randy Tucker, Brenda Wark, Charles Talmadege, Debra Telschow, Susan Terpstra, Brian Thomas, Jon Thompson, Linda Thompson, Sara Thoreson, Marc Tiebert, Judy Triscik, Dean Trovrbridge, Todd Tucker, Melissa Turner, Tim Ulman, Laura Utley, Terry Valette, Dalynn VanKeppel, Todd VanHook, Mark Vendl, Robert Venturini, Frank Vocke, Cheryl Vondran, Susan Walters, Bill Walters, Tom Waymire, Stacey Weber, Valerie Wehner, Ken Weichert, Brian Wells, Kathy Welsh, Briget Wesley, Ann Wessel, Susan West, Sue Westergren, Scott Wheeler, Robert White, Brenda Wilhelm, Connie Wilson, Kim Winters, Kevin Wixon, Alice Wixon, John Wodrich, Kathy Wood, Laura Woodruff, Sherry Workman, Laura Wroblewski, Cindy Zell, Patty Zoll, Mark Zombik, Scott Sophomores — 163 Although most towns and cities share few similarities in appearance today, they all looked the same when they first started out. Most early town planners began their cities with the designation of a central town square, and then built around it. Consequently, New York has its Manhattan, Chicago has the Loop, and Valparaiso has its courthouse square. Unlike these cities, V alparaiso’s down- town area is no longer the major business center of town. Sure, lawyers and the city and county governments hold business there, but the merchants no longer flourish in the downtown arena. Most native Val- paraisans sarcastically refer to it as “dead.” The major reason for this decline was the movement of businessmen to the out- side edges of town. With the establish- ment of malls in Merrillville, Michigan City, South Bend, and Calumet City, the shopper reached the point where he could drive in any direction and still have someplace to go. One of the major blows to the downtown area in the past year occurred when the County Seat Mall officially opened its doors in the summer. In fact, some busi- neses from downtown relocated in the mall in hope of keeping their customers. New outlets also opened up in the mall and offered high fashion in clothes, such as the Village Scene, to the latest styles for hair at Anthony’s. Fast food chains also moved near the new mall to attract hungry shoppers. Cal’s Corn Fed Beef and Long John Silver’s Sea- food Shoppes added their signs to the neon fast food chain city on Calumet Avenue’s “Restaurant Row.” The banks soon followed on the heels of their patrons. Northern Indiana opened two branches on the north side of Costas and Tittles, in addition to the office on the south side in the Heritage Valley residential complex. While the northsiders enjoyed the County Seat, the downtown merchants were sent reeling by another disaster. On the south side along U.S. 30, the Wiseway Complex opened. Smaller than the County Seat, the plaza featured Ribordy Drugs and Jan- iro’s in addition to the wiseway store. In addition to being the central business district, downtown Valparaiso also seats the Porter County government. North 49 represents the same symbol of prosperity to many area merchants that US 66 did for the depression era migrants. the hair people At Liberty Square — Merrillville, Indiana — At County Seat Plaza — Valparaiso, Indiana 769 - 1996 . — 462 - 1525 . Ads Division — 165 W6 H .P you ftCMCMBeR Although he frequently assigns photos, Valenian Co-Editor John Kelley sometimes finds the roles reversed. — Josten’s American Yearbook Co., Clarksville, Tenn., Mr. Bob Henning, rep. Cropping pictures and alphabetizing album photographs are just a few of the duties staffers Jan Koberna and Donna Raymond perform in order to make the first deadline of the year. 1978-79 Valenian Staff — Front Row: Donna Raymond, Cyndi Reavis, Jan Koberna, Chris Platt, Brenda Heaster, Laurie Lemmons, Keith Domke, Jan Chrustowski, Lisa Giacobbe, Pam Tucker, Kathy Veselica, Mike Malakowski. Back Row: John Kelley, Jill Dommermuth, David Koenig, Jeff Gardin, Leslie Olson, Eric Charoti, Bruce Morrison, Lauralyn Bengels, Rich Eagen, Brian Wikle. 166 — Ads Support, don t break the hamburger habit with the hot and juicy meals at Wendy’s. Wendy’s Old-Fashion Hamburgers, 1504 Calumet Valparaiso, 464-8781. Ads — 167 Valparaiso Office Supply • Hallmark Cards • School Supplies • Typewriters • Calculators 72 Lincolnway Valparaiso 464-8525 Confused over «hich bank is for you? Look to First Federal for the best in personalized banking to suit your needs. — First Federal Savings, Washington at Lincolnway, Valpo, 462-4131 For the holiday taste anytime. Holly Adams and Lori Armstrong enjoy the fine dinners at the Strongbow Turkey Inn. — Strongbow’s, U.S. Hwy. 30, Valparaiso, 462-3321. II pwipfi 168 — Ads I ftOXALTY IN DCSSCftT I ir .SSP )fr- Bob Schroeder serves another icy treat to his customer at Dairy Queen, the last word in refresh- ment. — Schroeder’s Dairy Queen 405 Roosevelt, Valpar- aiso, 462-9643. 1 I Travel arrangements can be diffi- 1 cult but Rich Eagen and Dave Ma- son won’t be hassled at Wide j World. — Wide World of Travel, 408 Lincolnway, Valparaiso,] 464-9555. Ads — 169 BANK ON TITTLC ' S When planning your future, turn to Northern Indiana Bank for the best in financial management. — Northern Indiana Bank, 101 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso, Indi- ana 462-2151. 170 — Ads r Let Stephanie Price and the rest of our friendly staff serve you the fin- est food around the ciock at Per- kin ' s. — Perkin’s, 2502 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, 464-9688. Ads — 171 At Ladies and Gentlemen ' s Choice, we offer the best in personalized hairstyles in a Victorian setting. — Ladies and Gentlemen’s Choice, 503 Lincolnway, 172 — Ads SLALOM DOWN TO BftOWiPSi IK SIB Pines salesmen Jim MacArthur and John Habela are prepared to show you the widest selection of ski apparel and equipment in the area, — The Pines, N. Campbell St., Valparaiso, 462-4179. Music fans Vicki Lawrence and Tammy Burhie consult Honky Tonk Manager Donna Smith before making a purchase. — Honky Tonk Records and Things, 58 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, 462-7381. Ads — 173 Valparaiso Kiwanis Sponsored Events — Journalism Workshop Scholarship — Kiwanis Indiana Police Career Camp — Foreign Exchange Student Award — Band and Orchestra Camp — Fred Waring Scholarship — VHS Scholarship Fund — Boys’ State Award — Girls’ State Award — Domestic Exchange Program Sharon and Jan Tudor display one of many varieties of floor covering at Tudor Fashion Floors. — Tudor Fashiort Floors, 1603 Roosevelt, Valparaiso, 462-8026. 1 174 — Ads I LUMBEft WOOD SUIT aOUl Von Tobels Lumber Mart “Everything to build Anything” 256 S. Washington Valparaiso our Complete Headquarters for: • All Building Materials •Lumber •Hardware •Paneling •Floor Coverings •Paint •Plumbing Supplies •Electrical Supplies •Kitchens •Fireplaces Open Mon. Fri. ’til 8:00 pm all other days except Sun ’til 5:30 pm Seniors Jan Koberna and Carol Bannec find that it’s difficult to choose from the wide variety ol jewelry at Moltz ' s. — Moltz Jewelry, 58 Lincolnway, Valpo, 462-8791 Miller Glass Service 259 Indiana Avenue Valparaiso 462-1753 Ads 175 r r “ Q-IjI I Martin Binder’s offers the finest in quality gems that will please the most discriminating customers. - Martin Binder Jewelers, 23 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, 462-5931. imnii B ■MiieB Tony Busich knows that Casbon Electric is the entertainment center tor the widest variety of top name merchandise. — Casbon Electric, 123 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, 462-4194. Many things can be copied, but you can ' t duplicate the speedy dependable service of Boy-Conn printing. — Boy-Conn Printers Inc., 803 Glendale Blvd., Valparaiso, 462-2665. LC’V ' -ea 176 — Ads ceT THene fftOM Hcne WITH LANDGACBC THE LANDGREBE COMPANIES Landgrebe Motor Transport, Inc. Landgrebe Moving Storage Landgrebe Sons, Inc. (International Harvester Dealer) Valparaiso, Indiana 462-0551 Ads — 177 THC BCAUTX FORUM FOR XOU At Two Cousins, Sally Jonas and the others on the staff will insure your satisfaction in hair care and styling. — Two Cousins, 155Vi Lincolnway, Valparaiso, 464-2733. m L A T, 178 — Ads Quality jewelry is just one of the many varieties of special gifts that Pam Tucker and Lisa Giacobbe find at Milligan’s. — Milligan ' s Gifts, County Seat Plaza, Valparasio, 464-2006. Ads — 179 ESTAURANl Daylynn and Shelley Valette can show you the finest quality in gifts for any occasion at the 3 Wishes gift shop. — 3 Wishes, 205 Jefferson, Valparaiso, 462-2621. When shopping, look for the blue light special where you won ' t find cheap merchandise but good merchandise at lower prices. — K-mart, 2801 Calumet, Valparasio, 464- 1091. -111 aiiiiuspnere or casual yet intimate dining are waiting for you at the Orange Bowl Restaurant. - Orange Bowl RestauranI US Hwy 30, Valparaiso, Ind., 462-5541. 180 — Ads Ada — 181 Scene from “Sound of Mu- sic: Kristi Hager, Barb Raber. Jackie Moore, Mark Johansen, Bill Walters, An- drea Cranberry. ROOT PHO- TOGRAPHERS, 1131 W. SHERIDAN RD., CHICAGO, ILL., 312-761-5 500. ROOT MAKCS eVCRX DAX AN INSTANT ftCPLAX Abraham. Karl 126 Adams. Holly 64. 146 Adkins. Ron 126 Agee. Kevin 157 Ahibrand. Linda 13. 40. 126 Airey, Lisa 42 Albers. Laura 157 Albert. Todd 78. 146 Albert. Trent 157 Albrecht. Dana 157 Alcantara. Maria 55. 146 Alft. Ed 157 Algoz ne. Michael 146 Allen. Dave 157 Allen. Jeannine. 157 Allen. Lisa 40. 126 Allen. Mike 126 Allen. Ron 157 Allen. Scott 126 Allen. Tina 146 Alt. Mrs. Lori 120 Alvarez. Aaron 157 Alvarez. Paul 146 Amberson. Mrs. Rose 119 Amundsen. Eric 157 Ancinec. Gary 157 Anderson, Karen 44. 48. 112. 146 Anderson. Mr. Kurt 120 Anderson. Julie 157 Anderson. Lynne 146 Anderson. Mark 146 Anderson. Paul 126 Andrews. Claudia 64. 146 Anieitner. MaryJo 95. 146 Anr en. Liz 64. 146 Annen. Peter 126 Anthony’s 165 April Antics 21. 20 Armstrong. Drew 146 Armstrong. Lori 31. 64. 146 Arnett. Kim 112, 146 Ashby. John 126 Athanson, Chris 64. 157 Atwell. Tonya 66. 157 Aungst. Leanne 126 Austin. Mr. Ben 120 Bach. Julie 72. 146 Back. Cathy 146 Baepler. Paul 126 Baggs. Charlie 146 Bagnall. Mrs. Cheryl 120 Bahr. Ase 126 Baker. Mrs. Anne 120 Baker. Don 157 Baker. John 157 Balko. Tim 78. 126 Bamesberger. Joey 157 Bannec. Carol 44. 126. 157 Banschback. Neil 126 Banos. Lynette 146 Banschbach. Eric 157 Barcus. Kelly 157 Bard. Betsy 127 Barfell. Tammie 157 Barker. Sheila 146 Barkhausen. Susan 157 Barnhart. Bruce 157 Bartelmo. Brigid 127 Bartelmo. Mike 157 Baseball 102, 103 Baumann. Becky 158 Beach. Brian 146 Beach. Greg 127 Beach. Vrigina 127 Beck. Mary 146 Becker. James 146 Becket. Chuck 158 Behagel. Adrianna 127 Belaschky. Amy 146 Bell. Brian 78. 127 Bell. Linda 67, 146 Benda. Lisa 16. 39. 44. 55. 68. 127. 130 Bengel, Dirk 77. 146 Bengel. Eric 38. 43. 127 Bengel. Lauralyn 50. 64. 127. 192 Benjamin. Carrie 146 Benner. Pam 44, 112. 146 Bennett. Bruce 146 Bennett. Brian 127 Bennett. Tracy 112, 146 Benton. Jim 77. 158 Berg. Eric 77. 158 Berq. Mark 77, 158 Berkoski, Chris 146 Berkoski. Dan 158 Berkoski. Dave 127 Berkoski. Pam 62, 146 Berkshire. Jeanne 44. 158 Bertholet. Kelly 64. 147 Bethlehem Steel 179 Betz. Greg 158 Beutler. Chris 41 Bickel. Julie 127 Bickel. Todd 158 BIcomong. Fernando 147 Biddle. Brenda 158 Bihiman. Carolyn 127 Bihiman, Sue 145 Billingsly. Kim 158 Billings. Tim 127 Bird. Mr. Charles 120 Birky. Dave 156 Birky. David 77 Birky. Mark 147 Bisacky. Michelle 147 Bish. Doug 147 Bivens. Missy 127 Blagojevich, Lilly 158 Blar co. Paula 157 Bland. Richard 77. 157 Blaney. Tom 77 Blasko. Ron 41 Blastick. Brad 127 Blau. Tammy 67. 147 Bol. Dave 147 Boeiel. Brian 157 Boguslawski. Doug Bolde. Tom 77, 127 Bolin. Gail 127 Bondi, Joseph 64. 127 Bondi, Sue 157 Bonich, Marcia 39. 157 Bonzani, Brian 77. 157 Bonzani. Lori 147 Borchertmeyer, Susan 71, 147 Borth. Phil 157 Bosse. Fred 127 Bosse. Oscar 157 Bostic. Suzi 157 Bouche. Chuck 147 Bowman. Mis. Mary 120 Boy-Con Printers 176 Boyd. Bob 147 Boyle. Mr. William 120 Bozarth. Lori 64. 157 Brady. Debbie 112. 157 Brady. James 147 Bradney. Steve 157 Brant. Eric 15. 39. 157 Bratsakis. Jim 64. 147 Bratton. Jennifer 157 Bray. Pete 67. 157 Bretscher. Nathan 147 Breen. Valerie 94. 157 Brissette. Cathy 44. 157 Brophy. Kevin 44. 127 Brosky. Denise 44. 147 Brockopp. Jonathan 48. 49. 147 Brosky. Cheryl 112. 157 Brosky. Denise 112. 147 Brosky, Robert 127 Brown. Mr. Arnold 116 Brown. Chris 77, 157 Brown, Dave 77. 157 Brown. Ms. Elizabeth 114, 120 Brown. Karen 127 Brown. Linda 127 Brown. Lisa 62. 157 Brown. Mike 78. 127 Brown. Tim 147 Brown. Tim 127 Brown ' s Ice Cream Parlor 173 Bryan. Tammy 157 Bryant. Joel 157 Buchanan. Jane 64. 157 Buchanan. Tony 157 Buche, Dave 128 Buche. Janice 157 Bucher. Wendi 67. 71. 147 Buchmeier. Julie 40. 128 Bucich. Tony 147 Buck, Paul 128 Buckley. Megan 94. 157 Buehrle. Debbie 67. 157 Buehrle. Tammy 41. 44. 147 Burchuk. John 43 Burgess, Mimi 128 Burl. Mary 157 Bushe. Dave 128 Butt, Autumn 67. 157 Byron. Dan 147 Byvoets, Arjen 147 Byvoets, Tammy 157 Caemmerer. Katherine 128 Cain. Mr. Robert 120 Cain. Tom 128 Cannon. Jody 128 Carichoft. Kim 147 Carichoff, Steve 78 Carlos. Prudent 65. 147 Carlson. Jean 44. 147 Carlson. Terry 147 Carpenter, Jay 65. 157 Carr. Chris 78 Carter. Ruth 157 Casbon ' s Electric Co. Inc. 176 Casbon. Nancy 66. 128 Casbon. Tacy 66. 147 Casey Sheila 147 Casio, Mary 157 Cercas. Ernesto 128 Chambers, Candy 147 Channell, Theresa 66. 157 Charon. Eric 50. 147. 192. 198 Chelf. Karol 147 Childress. Lee 147 Chillian. Mr. Rolando 120 Chodan. Denise 157 Choker, Paul 64. 147 Christiansen, Joy 17. 66. 128 Christy. Lynn 66. 157 Christy, Mr. James 116 Christy. Tami 67. 157 Chrustowski, Greg 44. 147 Chrustowski. Janice 39, 50, 44. 64, 128. 192 Ciciora. Mr. Dale 95. 120 Claesgins, Kathy 42, 128 Clark, Mrs. Katherine 121 Clarke, Sandi 128 Clark, Tim 147 Clarke. Kevin 128 Clause. David 44. 147 Clickovich. Mark 128 Clifford. Tina 147 Cole. Debbie 147 Cole. Mr. Zane 121 Coleman. Jayne 128 Collier. Mark 128 Collins, Mr. Skip 121 Copeland. Jim 128 Coulter. Cara 66. 157 Comeford, Mary 147 Cooke. Diane 65. 112. 157 Cook. Mr. John 121 Copsy. Dan 78. 147 Corley. Lance 157 Corneil. Corey 147 Corsbie. Jeff 147 Costaa Foods 167 Courteau. Keith 43. 147 Craker. Alison 73. 157 Crise. Rob 44. 147 Criswell. Jeff 157 Crowe, Joyce 157 Crowell. Nancie 157 Crowley. Anne 74. 147 Curran, Dave 147 Cyzyk. Karen 44. 64. 147, 157 Czekaj. Angie 64. 147 Dahl, King 66. 128 Dailey. Miss Michelle 121 182 — Index Daly. Chris 157 Daly. Kathi 157 Daly. Rita 128 Daniel. Rob 13. 78. 128 Daras, Michele 128 Daras, Mike 78. 147 Davenport, Robert 68. 128 Davidson. Kurt 157 Davidson. Meg 59. 126 Davis. Marquita 147 Dawson. Rande 147 Deca 43 E)eck. Lisa 64. 157 DeCunha. Anadir 145 Oeen. Aruna 157 Deiotte. Tim 78 Delp. Craig 147 DeLong. Amie 54. 147 Delumpa. Maggie 64. 112. 157 DeMeo. Joanne 66. 157 Deso. Dawn 157 Detwiller. Mrs. Willa 112 Diaz. Mrs. Maggie 121 Dick. Mr. Don 48. 49 Dickey. Sarah 157 Dike. Miss Donna (Gray) 121 Diller. Bob 128 Dilts. Mrs, Anne 121 Dipert. Dwight David 128 Dixon. Kevin 157 Doak. Mr. Steve 121 Doane. Mr, C. J. 78. 116 Doane. Kasia 64. 94. 157 Dobbins. Sherry 58. 112. 147 Dodrill. Roger 11. 71. 128 Doering. Terry 128 Dogan. Brian 78. 128 Dombrowski, Janet 157 Domke. Keith 44, 50, 77. 129. 192. 198 Domer. Steve 147 Dommer, Dennis 129 Dommer. Janet 95, 147 Dommermuth, Jill 49, 50. 129, 192. 198 Donley. Kathy 66. 157 Dorward. Calvin 148 Dougherty. Carolyn 157 Dougherty. Jim 129 Dougherty. Molly 13, 129 Douglas. Carol 39, 157 Douglas. Mike 129 Douglass. Debbie 148 Dowd. Mike 157 Downing, Deb 112. 148 Dresden. Woody 129 Droege. Donna 64, 112, 129 Droege. Paula 157 Drohan. Dominic 148 Drozdy. Donna 157 Dugan. Beth 158 Dugger. Mary 156 Dugo. Laurie 39. 148 Dupes. Jeanette 64. 158 Dupes. Maryann 148 Duncan. Mike 129. 148 Durham. Mike 158 Dutcher. Jamie 148 Dutcher. Kim 158 Dziadosz, Patty 73, 129 Eagen. Rich 39. 50. 67. 84. 85. 129. 166. 169. 192 Eaton, Debbie 156 Eaton. Missy 74. 158 Eaton. Shelley 95. 148 Eckert. Tim 158 Edgecomb. Joanne 129 Edgecomb. Judi 43. 94. 130 Edwards. Sue 44. 148 Eggerl. Amy 39. 158 Egolf, Eric 148 Eichelberg, John 158 Eichelberg. Lisa 62 Eichelberg. Mathew 73. 158 Eldridge. Andrew 49, 78. 130 Eldridge. Terry 148 Ellis. Mr. Glen 121 Emerson. Toby 112. 158 Emig. Greg 158 Emmons. Cathy 64. 130 Engelder. Steven 148 Endsley. Leanne 44. 156 Engelder. Mark 158 Engstrom. Greg 69. 148 Ensign, Karl 148 Erwin. Richard 130 Evans. Bekki 44, 130. 142 Evans, Debi 64. 158 Evans. Kenneth 158 Evans. Kristina 44. 130 Evans. John 64. 158 Ewing. Loretta 43. 130 r Falls. Mark 148 Falls. Rodney 158 Farkus. Don 130 Farrell. Mary 158 Farrell. Rickee 39. 130 Farrow. Dave 148 Farrow. Thomas Fauser. Michelle 148 FCA 30. 31 Feldman. Erik 158 Feldman. Mark 64. 148 Felts. Todd 130 Feitgen. Bob 158 Ferguson. Roxann 148 Ferklic. Diana 158 Ferklic. Steve 148 Ferrall, Kim 39, 64. 158 Fiark. Tim 148 Field. Julia 39. 158 Fifield. Vikki 130 Filipowski. Marty 158 Findling. Judy 95. 149 Fink. Carol 158 Fink, Penny 149 First Federal Savings Loan 168 Fisher. Richard Fitzsimmons. Fredia 149 Fleenof. Pam 130 Fleenor. Randy 64. 149 Flitter. Gwen 131 Foreign Exchange Club 32. 33 Foreman. Rick 131 Foreman. Scott 149 Foster. Ted 64. 158 Frank, Bill 158 Frank. Randy 131 Franklin. Mary 131 Frazee. Glenn 158 Frederick. Joyce 64. 149 Fritts. Ed 43 Fritts, Karen 158 Fritts. Leslie 64. 131 Frost. Lisa 131 Fryer. Bob 158 Funk, Ann 64, 149 Furlin. Jeff 149 Furman. Mary 149 Futter. Miss Marcia 121 Galey. Dave 158 Gallagher. Brian 131 Galow. Martha 149 Garcia. Raeann 39, 44, 158 Gardin. Jeff 50. 149, 192 Garrett. Kathy 158 Garrand. Gregg 158 Garrett. Mike 68, 131 Garrison. Ron 131 Garrow. W. 131 Gast. Lynda 112. 149 Gebhardt. Jay 149 Gee. Kathy 131 Geiss. Mr. Charles 121 Geller. Jacqueline 131 Gerber. Mr. Dean 122 Gesse. Kurt 131. 158 Gertsrr eier. David 72. 131 Giacobbe. David 66. 158 Giacobbe. Lisa 50. 82. 86. 91. 98. 131, 192 Gilger. Dale 131 Gilmore. Lori 158 Glinski. David 67. 149 Glynn. Elliott 131 Glynn. Phil 158 Goble. Rex 43. 149 Golando. Tom 66. 131 Gold. Jon 131 Golding. Jeanne 64. 131 Golding, Jennifer 64. 94. 158 Golf. Boy ' s 108. 109 Goodman. Kelly 66. 156 Goodrich. Dave 16. 66. 158 Goodenow. Lauri 149 Goodwin. Charles 158 Goodwin. Kevin 158 Gosch. Mary 149 Gott. Jerry 131 Gould. Vicky 131 Graduation 26. 27 Granberry. Andrea 16. 39, 158 Graham. Mona 149 Graham, Susan 131 Gray. Chuck 131 Gray, Steve 131 Greenawald. Mary 64. 131 Gregorowicz. Bernie 158 Griffith. Ms. Margaret 122 Grieger, Wendy 149 Griffin. Betsy 44. 64. 158 Griffin. John 64. 149 Griffin. Pat 131 Grindley. Ken 131 Gross. Vicky 149 Grotzke. Bobbie 149 Gudino. Tom 158 Gurthet. Miss Elizabeth 122 Gustafson. Erik 131 Gutt, Jody 44. 94. 156 Guzek. Gail 131 Guzek. Joe 158 Hackett. Toni 49. 112. 131 Hagans. Nora 39. 65. 149 Hager. Mr. Jerry 122 Hall. Mrs. Elizabeth 122 Hall. Merribeth 66. 132 Hall. Tom 158 Hallberg. Cindy 158 Hallstead S. 39. 44. 132 Hanchar, David 78. 149 Hanna. Dave 149 Hanner. Kathy 39, 132 Hans. Connie 64. 149 Hansen, Chris 44. 64. 149 Harbold. Pam 112. 149 Harden. Ro b 92. 93. 158 Harder. Carol 149 Hardesty. Jean 66. 158 Harrington. Lynn 132 Hart. Mrs. Janet 116 Hartman. Laurie 158 Hartwell. Bob 132 Hartwig. Troy 132. 78 Hartz, Richard 132 Hason. Agatha 149 Hatchett. Rod 149 Hathaway. Karina 158 Hattok. Julie 149 Hauber. Cindy 64, 132 Hauser. David 149 Hawes. Valerie 40. 132 Hawkins. Beth 158 Hay. Jonn 10. 158 Hay. Katie 132 Hayden. Tom 149 Hayes. Dan 38, 149 Hazlett, Michele 64. 94. 95. 112, 14E Head. Jill 149 Hearst, Bonnie 58 Heaster. Brenda 51. 52. 70. 133, 141, 192 Heaster. Cindy Heath. Harry 149 Heckman. Mrs. Jean 122 Hefner. Caroline 66. 112, 158 Heimberg, Sue 158 Hein. Mr. Richard 122 Heintz. Dolf 133 Held. Andrea 66. 133 Held. Mr. Gary 122 Helms. Joann 133 Henderson. Barb 149 Henderson. Tim 133 Henderson. Tom 158 Henrichs, Marlise 16. 39. 158 Hendrixson. Deborah 112. 133 Henry, Rachel 149 Hensel. Gary 149 Herr andez. Dawn 149 Herrtandez, Jeff 149 Herndon, Mike 133 Herndon. Sally 39. 66. 112. 158 Heron. Tom 149 Herr, DeAnna 158 Herren. Judith 95. 133 Hess. Bill 76. 158 Hewlett. Chris 158 Hibbs. Julie 42. 133 Hickey. Cindy Hickey. Susan 133 Hicks. Jeffery 39. 62. 64. 133 Hiener. Pam 133 Hildreth. Mrs. Doris 122 Hill. David 158 Hill. Richard 64. 149 Hillenbrand, Cathy 94. 158 Hiller. Pia 11. 44. 133 Hiller. Pimm 159 Hir , Rodney 149 Hines, Susan 149 Hoard ' s Foodiinar 169 Hodge, Laura 64 Hoehner, Anne 44. 149 Hofferth, Erica 149 Hofferth. John 159 Hofferth. Lisa 149 Hoffman, Kevin Hoffman, Mr. Mark 122. 78 Hoffman. Mrs. Lenore 122 Hohl. Bill 133 Hohl. Laura 149 Holmi. Mike 133 Honky Tonk Records 172 Hoover, Steve 149 Hovath. Mr. Frank 122 Horwitz. Gregg Horwitz. Wendi 159 House of Beauty 186 Hovey. Lori 149 Hovey. Roxanne 159 Howard, Alison 112. 149 Howard. Denise 64. 159 Howard. Julie 159 Howard. Mark 133 Howard, Martha 149 Howard. Tim 133 Hoyt. Tim 149 Hoyt, Tom 66, 149 Hreha. Jamie 30. 133 Hubbell. Ross 66. 149 Huber, Scott 159 Hurk, Larry 133 Hudgins, Doug 159 Hugus, Mr. Shelley 123 Hundt. Pam 159 Hunn, Mr. James 123 Hunsberger. Heidi 44, 112, 149 Hunt. Dawn 64. 159 Hunter. Lisa 159 Hurst. Bonnie 149 Huseman, Cyndi 31. 133 Husmann. Julie 66. 112 Hurst, Liz 133 Huston. Carrie 133 Hutton, Miss Nancy 123 Hutton. Pam 41. 48. 49. 64. 112. 133 Ikeda. Jon 64. 151 Ikeda. Steve 160 Imm. Tedd 160 Inches, David 14.9 Inches, Kevin 151 Ingram. Raellen 133 Intramurals 46. 47 Izydorek, Jennifer 44. 133 J Jackson. Denise 160 Jackson. Jeff 133 Jahns, Janice 160 Jakab, Tom 78. 150 Jankowski. Kathy 133 Jardszewski. Chris 160 Jardszewski. Tony 160 Jarrett. Shannon 160 Jessop. Mike 150 Johansen, Mark 16. 39. 134 Johansen. Paul 156 Johnson, Arlin 160 Johnson. Barry 160 Johnson, Dan 134. 78 Johnson. Mr, Garth 117 Johnson, John 134 Johnson. Mark 17. 66 Johnson. Maureen 134 Johnson. Susan 134 Johnson, Tina 13. 134 Johnson, Mrs Vella 11. 123 Jones. Bill 60. 134 Jones. Bob 159 Jones. M(ke 75. 78 Jones. Patti 112, 150 Joseph, Carol 66. 150 Jotten’t American Yearbook Co. 166 Julian, Deborah 134 Kalina. Paul 150 Kanne. Lina 134 Karcher. Bill 150 Karcher. Mary 134 Kasahara. Hunio 134 Kassner. Debbie 150 Kassner. Diane 159 Keen. LeAnn 159 Keene. Brian 159 Keller. Daryle 159 Keller. Mark 65. 150 Keller. Mike 134 Kelley. John 15. 16. 20. 30. 39. 51. 52. 64. 134. 192 Kelley. Tim 150 Kendall. Maragret 134 Kendrick. Denise 64. 150 Kendrick. Mark 159 Kenning. Mr. David 123 Kent. Tim 159 Kenworthy. Craig 134 Kenworthy, Lynne 39, 159 Kenyon. Lisa 95, 150 Kerlin. Bill 64. ISO Kilavos, Dean 134 Kilgour. Rache. 44. 64. 150 King, Laura 134 Kirscher. Helen 150 Kissinger. Cliff 134 Kissinger. Karen 66. 150 Kiwanis Club of Vaiparito 174 Klein. George 134 Kluth, Mike 159 Kluth. Ray 134 Kmart 180 Knautf, Mr. Myron 117 Kneifel. Tina 150 Knoernschild. Kevin Kobak. Steve 159 Koberna. Janet 50, 134. 192 Koch, Carie 134 Koch. Kevin 150 Koday. Diane 150 Keebcke. Larry 159 Koenig. David 150 Koenig, Or. Robert 116 Kohihoff. Melanie 159 Koiczak. Rick 150 Kopczak. Sandy 134 Korgel. Kevin 159 Koskey. Tina 150 Kratz. Andre 159 Krebs. Ken 64. 68. 150 Krieger. Mike 159 Kropp. Sue 134 Krueger, Diar e ISO Krueger. Gary 18. 30. 52. 93, 108. 109. 134. 136. 190 Kruger. William 159 Ku. David 150 Ku. Steve 44. 150 Kuehl. Robert 150 Kukulies. Gary 150 Kurtz. Robin 150 Kuzemka. Scott 159 Kyes. Lisa 64. 159 LaBarr, Ralph 134 Ladiaa A Gantlaman’a Choice 172 Lafferty, Dianne 13, 66 Lafferty. Kim 150 Lahti. Debbie 95, 134 Laing. Mark ISO Lambert. Laurie 44. 94 Landgrebe Compeniee 177 Landgrebe. Neil 150 Landry. Patrick 150 Lang. Andy 134 Lang, Terry 134 Langley. Ron 150 Lanyl Don Larr. Marene 150 Index — 183 Nash. Mr. George 117 Neal. Bev 54. 152 Neely. Jeff 13. 138 Neeley, Julie 151. 94 Nelson, Gail 152 Nelson. Joanne 44. 161 Nelson. Carole 138 Neis. Eileen 152 Neis. Louise 138 Nemeth. Tracy 44. 161 Netzhammer. John 44. 152 Netzhammer. Lori 161 Nevills. Byron 161 Newell. Jack 152 Newland. Beth 138 Nibbe. Bill 138 Nibbe. Jim 152 Nightingale. Kathleen 64. 161 Nightingale. Lora 138 Niland. John 64. 161 Niland. Sue 138 Noble. Mrs. Alice 114. 124 Noneff, Mark 138 Noonan. Patrick 138 Norfleet. Paula 152 Norris. Lance 152 North. Oonna 64. 138 North. Lisa 161 Northern Indiana Bank 170 Novak. Cheryl 161 Nulton. Chirs 64. 152 Novak. Dennis 139 Nuppnau. Kim 30. 31. 114. 139 O’Connei. Joan 161 O ' Dell Robert 152 OEA 40. 41 Oglesby. Ken 152 Ohm. Mark Oliver. Nancy 11. 13. 41. 139 Olsen. Leslie 50. 139. 192 Olson. Amy 152 Olszewski. Jeannette 39. 112. 153 O ' Neill. Eugene 44. 68. 139 Orange Bowl Dining Room 160 Ortega, Julie 139 Osterhaut, Mike 139 Overton. Mark 161 Owens, Barb 139 Owens, Rhonda 161 Pitts. Shaun 153 Pitts. lead 139 Platt, Andrea 64. 161 Platt, Chris 64, 139 Platt. Jeff 72. 153 Plazony. Steve 139 Pollock. Scott 153 Poncher. Julie 64. 161 Porter. Diane 153 Porter. Leigh 161 Potis. Maggie 161 Potis. Susan 139 Powell. Doug 139 Powell. Pam 64. 161 Powers. Slain 139 Powers. Polly 62, 39 Prahlow, Chris 153 Prescott. Robert 16 1 Priano. Tony 43. 153 Price. Stephanie 139 Prickett, Miss Christina 94. 124 Pritchett. Mr. Dan 115, 124 Pritchett. Mrs. Kim 114 Prom 22. 23 Pullins. April 64, 139 Pullins. Wally 161 Punter. Mr. Robert 124 Pursley. David 139 Ouiggte. Dawn 139 Quintero, Dave 153 Larson. Patti 150 Lasky. Joy 150 Laube, Mrs. Ruth 123 Laughery. Patricia 40. 135 Lauman. Brad 44. 135 Lawrence. Vickie 150 Lebryk. Dave 75. 78. 135 Lebryk. Mrs. Judith 123 Leffel. Brenda 43. 135 Leffew. Kevin 78 Leffel. Rhor da 150 Leib. Ricky 160 Leininger. Corby 78. 134 Lemmons. Bill 160 LemrrK ns. Laurie 11. 50. 134. 192 Lethen. Lori 44. 150 Leverich. Pat 39. 150 Leveritt. Mike 76. 134 Leveritt. Tim 78. 160 Lewis. Denise 160 Lewis. Freddy 87. 160 Lichtenberger. Brad 160 Liddle. Don 160 Liddle. Wendy 134 Lightcap. Kurt 135 Lightcap ' e Phillips 66, 174 Lindy. Greg 150 Lines. Rob 59. 150 Linton. Vicki 150 Loeffler. Greg 75. 135 Loeffler. Lisa 78. 160 Lohmeyer. Ruth 15. 112. 150 Lolkema. Bryan 160 Lomas, Ken 150 Lor g. Dan 135 Long. Kathy 150 Long. Rose 135 Louderback. Bruce 64, 160 Lovett. Kim 160 Lucaitis. Helen 39. 160 Lucaitis. William 136 Lucky Steer Restaurant 167 Ludwig. James 160 Luebke. Kenneth 64. 135 Luecke. William 150 Lundewall. Eva 160 Lundgren. Brad 150 Lunsford. Lise 136 Lunsford. Lorri 136 Luther, Mark 136. 78 Lux, Matt 136 Lynch. Cathy 160 Lynch. Jim 160 Lyons, Ann 41. 136 Lyon. Jane ISO Mack. Karen 136 Maciejewski. Jeff 136 Macik. Jacqueline 151 MacLennan. Ross 160 Madrilejo. Norm 160 Madsen, JoBeth 17. 39. 44. 68. 136 Magnetti. Tami 64. 160 Mahoney. Mrs. Joan 123 Maiers. Mr. Wesley 123 Makivich. Karen 160. 39 Malackowski. Mike 44, 45. 50. 136. 192 Malackowski. Mr. Robert 116 Malone. Mike 151 Mamelson. Craig 137 Mammarella. Arnold 136 Manago. Joe 151 Manage. Rich 137 Manago. Susie 160 Manatrey. Mark 151 Mann. Lori 137 Mannel. Eric 137 Mannel. Michelle 112. 160 Manogg. L. Gregg 137 Marasco. Debbie 44. 72, 137 Marasco. Mark 151 March. Scott 160 Marcinkowski, Brett 151 Marencik. Mark 108. 109, 160 Markowitz. Steven 160 Marner. Karen 151 Marshall. Dave 137 Marshall. Millie 65. 151 Marshall. Kris 64. 160. 94 Martin Bindert’s Jewelers 176 Martin. Brenda 137 Martin. Cor stance 44. 137 Martin. John 151 Martin. Todd 160 Martin, Vicki 137 Martinson. Stephen 151 Mason. Dave 64. 75. 151 Masters, Soonja 160 Matchett. Mark 151 Maiern. Betsey 112. 151 Mathews, Tim 151 Mathieu. Jackie 151 Maupin. Steve 151 Mavity. Mark 151 Mayhew. Teresa 151 McAleer, Tara 160 McAleer. Tina 151 McBride. Todd 64. 160 McCarron. Craig 151 McColley. Theresa 151 McCormick. Pam 151 McDaniels. Bev 151 McDaniels. Euger e 160 McDowell. Beth 160 McFadden. Tim 151 McFadden, Tom 64. 151 McFarland. Scott 64. 151 McGuire. Kathy 160 McGuire, Kathy 151 McGuirl, Jim 160 Mclnerney. Pat 151 McKesson, Lori 160 McKim. Joyce 151 McKee. Brian 160 McMichael. Mr. James 116 McNamara. Liz 160 Mead. Mark 137 Mead. Sharon 40. 137. 39 Medema. Adria 160 Meece. Anna 17. 137. 39 Merle. Mitch 137 Mertz. Chuck 77. 160 Mertz. Lisa 151 Mertz. T. 137 Metrakos. Mike 160 Meyer. Jim 63. 160 Meyer. Kent 160 Meyers. Kandi 160 Miccicne. Kim 160 Michell. Anita 151 Mieczenkowski. John 137 Miinch, Mrs. Kathy 123 Milianta. Joel 137 Millender. Jerry 160 Miller. Chris 64. 160 Miller. Darlene 137, 160 Miller Glass Service Miller. Mr. Martin 123 Miller. Mr. Paul 69. 55. 124 Miller, Phil 151 Miller. Mr. Robert 124 Miller. Steve 77. 160 Miller. Todd 137 Milligan ' s Gifts 179 Mischanko, Edward 151 Mischanko. Joann 64. 160 Mitchell. Lisa 112. 151 Mitchell. Lori 121 Mockler. Scott 160 Molitoris. Karen 160 Moltz Jewelers 175 M r cilovich, George 77, 160 Mondello. Michelle 151 Moore, Billie- Jo 151 Moore. Jackie 16. 160, 39 Moran, Jerry 77. 160 Morgan. Randy 160 Morgan. Steve 151 Morgano, Antoinette 44. 160. 39 Morris. Jeff 137 Morrison. Bruce 152. 50. 192 Morrisson. Scott 68. 152 Mork. Suzanne 112. 137 Moser. Diane 39. 44. 112. 151 Moser. Kim 44. 48. 151 Moser. Michele 137 Mrziak. Kristen 160 Mueller. Mike 77. 160 Meuller. Ron 151 Muer ch. Kimberlee 137 Muench. Laura 160 Mundt, Mark 160 Munoz. Andres 137 Munoz. Daniel 137 Munoz. Steve 160 Murphy. Kathy 64. 137 Murphy, Kevin 77. 160 Murphy. Mr, Patrick 76. 77 124 Murphy. Shannon 137 Murvihill, Julie 138 Murvihill. Tom 151 Mussman, Kay 138 Myers. Janet 151 Nagel. Katie 17. 65. 152 Pappas’ Florist 187 Paris. Amy 161 Paris. Sandy 139 Parkes. Donaold 64 Parkes, Nancy 161 Parks. Brenda 153 Paul. Irene 153 Pauley. Bruce 112 Pauley. Sherri 161 Pavicik, Mike 153 Pavich. Gary 161 Pavlick, Mike 139 Pearce. David 161 Pearson. Julie 153 Pedavoli, Dave 16 1 Peioso, Mrs. Sue 117 Pence. Brenda 161 Pep Club 30, 31 Pera. Jeff 153. 39 Perkin’s Pancake A Steak House 171 Perrine. Jeff 153 Peters. Cathy 161, 39 Peters. Mike 43. 139 Petersen. Jeff 139 Peterson. Don 72. 153 Philip. Richard 139 Philips. Jonathan 161 Phillips. Ms. Margaret 124. 94 Philips. Suzie 161 Phillips. Kim 153 Phippe. Kevin 161 Piatek. Jay Roger 139 Pierce. Jim 139 Pine’s Ski Lodge 173 Pinkerton. Mr. John 124 Pioneer Title Insurance 173 Piper. Doreen 153 Pittman. Al 161 Pittman. Del 161 Pittman. Fred 148 Raber. Barb 13. 16. 64. 139 Rader, Andrew 161 Raelson. Roger 139 Raelson. Rorie 139. 95 Ramirez. Sara 11. 139 Ramos, Brent 153 Ranalli, Angie 44. 161 Rasmussen, Mr. Sam 124 Raye. Karen 161 Raymond. Donna 12. 13. 139, 150, 192 Raymond. Donnie 76. 161 Raymond. Kathy 139 Rea, Don 161 Reavis. Cindy 30. 44. 50. 51. 140. 150. 192 Redelman, Eiecky 140 Redding, Melanie 68. 162 Redelman. Joe 162 Redman. Debra 153, 39 Reed, Dan 140 Reed. Jon 162 Reed. Paul 153 Reed’s Nursery 167 Reeder. Brett 153 Reggie. Erica 63, 162 Reggie. Mr. Sid 44. 124. 76 Reichert, Mary Frances 140 Reinheriz. Mindy 153 Reinhertz. Missy 140 Renshaw. Dave 64. 162 Reshkin. Karen 55. 44. 162 Rettinger. Laura 40. 140 Reynolds. Dawn 64. 153 Reynolds. Karen 40. 140 Rhew. Dan 153 Rhew. Steve 162 Rhinehart. Mr. Lewis 124 Rhoda. Mr. Robert 125 Rhoades. Jeff 162 Rhynard. Don 64. 153 Rice. Angela 162 Rice. Jeff 43. 140 Rice. Mr. Thomas 125 Riggs. Cheryl 153. 39 Riley, Fred 153 Risk. Mr, R. James 117 Risk. Pam 40, 153 Rilter. Laura 140 Robbins. Teena 162 Roberts. Doug 162. 39 Roberts. Rich t62 Robertson. Joseph 162 Robinson. Diane 112. 140. 162 Robinson. Katie 162 Rogers. Carla 140. 153 Roger. David 162 Rogers. Duane 162 Rogers. Sue 153 Rogness. Cyndi 19, 140 Roof, Kevin 140 184 — Index Root Photographort 181 Rose. Anne 140 Rose. Charlet 162 Rose. Tim 140 Rose. Will 162 Ross. Ed 140 Rowe. Mark 153 Rubel. Kristine 64. 140 Rucker. Dave 162 Rudd. Kim 162. 94 Rumlofd. Rod 162 Rush, Alison 30. 44. 140 Russell. Tamara 49. 140 Rutt. Jeff 162 Ruersma. Wendell 153 Rush. Judy 153 Sachs. Ellie 44. 153 Sacks. Jacqueline 140 Salyer. Mark Samay. Kathy 162 Samay. Sandi 153 Sanford, Colleen 112. 140 Sanford. Keith 64. 140. 153 Satterlee. Kathy 39. 49. 112. 162 Sausman. Robin 162 Savkryer. Tom 153 Schantz. Lisa 140 Schenca. Mark 162 Schiek. Patty 64, 112. 140 Scholl. Katie 153 Schmucker. John 64. 153 Schneegas. Bob 140 Schroeder. Bob 64. 153 Schroeder ' t Dairy Quean 169 Schroeder, Neil 76. 162 Schroeder. Sarah 39. 11. 140 Schroeder. Scott 64. 153 Schroeder. Terri Lynn 140 Schroeder, Tom 162 Schuck. Steve 162 Schueler. Dawn 94. 162 Schueler. Deborah 140 Schultz Floral 172 Schulz. Kathleen 95. 153 Schultz. Marcie 64, 153 Schulz. Rocco 162 Schumaker. Caroline 39. 140 Scott. Bruce 162 Scott. David 140 Scott, Mr. Don 125 Scott, Ira 153 Scott, Jennifer 162 Scott. Jim 153 Seeber. Carolyn 39, 153 Selby. Tim 76. 162 Selman. Karin 140 Sexton, Heather 162 Shadrick, Kelly 162 Shaffer. Mary 140 Shinabargar. Alan 162 Shinabargar. Bobby 153 Shoemaker, Connie 162 Short, Nanette 140, 162 Siar. Steve 141 Sick. Tami 141 Siddall. Carla 141 Sieger, Thomas 141 Sienkowski, Randy 162 Sier. Mark 141 Silhavy. Cindy 153 Silhavy. Lisa 141 Silhavy. Lisa 141 Silhavy. Tina 153 Simon. Kim 44. 112, 153 Simpson. Darla 153 Sinclair. Brian 141 Sir ger. Daren 153 Sison. Sonia 65. 141 Sizen. Lynda 153 Skinner, Dan 153 Slagle. Ray 162 Slingsby, Sue 59. 154 Small, Jeff 154 Smith, Jackie 39. 141 Smith. Joyce 162 Smith. Kim 162 Smith. Lisa 162 Smith. Mary 154 Smith. Mike 141 Smith. Paul 64. 99. 154 Smith. Scott 154 Smith. Todd 162 Snider. Debbie 154 Snider. Rhonda 141 Snyder. Andy 49. 141 Snodgrass. Scott 76. 162 Sobkowiak. Donna 142 Soliday, Scott 162 Solomon, Eddie 76, 162 Sommer. Paul 142 Sommers, Scott 142 Sonaty. Kim 154 Sowers. Claudie 162 Sowers. Hubert . 154 Sowinski. Eve Mane 154 Speckhard. Dan 162 Spencer, Julie 154 Spencer, Rob 162 Spicola. Richard 162 Spicola. Rita 154 Spoor. Dennis 142 Spoor. Starla 162 Stalbaum. Mrs. Cynthia 40. 125 Stalbaum. Wendy 142 Stanier. Mr. Charles 125 Stanton, Jim 141 Startt. Jim 82. 154 Stasierowski. Terry 142 Stark. Chris 39. 162 Starkey. Garry 154 Staub, Greg 141 Staut. Wanda 154 Stavreff. Mike 64. 162 Stavreff. Robed 154 St. Clair, Kim 162 Stedman. Rhonda 162 Steele. Kathy 154 Steel, Steve 162 Sleeves. John 162, 39 Steger, Dwayne 154 Steinhilber. Rose 154 Stempora. Carolyn 72. 48. 49. 141 Stewart. Doug 154 Stewart. Mark 162 Stever. Charles 154 Stever. Todd 162 Stipp. Chuck 162 Stohler. Jurgen 141 Stokes. Leigh 141. 95 Stokes. Mr Tom 125 Stombaugh. Bruce 76. 162 Stoner. Martha 154 Stotts. Walter 154 Stout. Michael 73. 141 Stout, Wayne 154 Stone. Peggy 162 Straka. Mary 142 Stratton, Anne 64, 162 Strikwerda, Susan 142 Strimbu, Lauri 1 12. 142 Stritof. Andy 162 Strohl. Chris 143 Strong. Robert 154 Strongbow ' s Turkey Inn 168 Strehler. Jim 143 Strumski. Robyn 162 Student Council 44. 45 Sturdevant. Dan 11. 64, 143 Sullivan Sean 154 Summers. Mary 143 Sundwall. Lynne 64. 143 Susdorf. Jeff 43. 143 Sumner. Lisa 162 Summers. Pam 162 Sutheriin. Wanda 162 Swain, David 154 Swann, Sadonna 64. 112, 154 Swann, Shannon 39. 44, 162 Swanson. Dave 154 Swanson. Tom 162 Sweet. Mr. Virgil 61. 125 Talmadge. Debbie 163 Tauck. Cheryl 143 Teassler, Shells 154 Telschaw. Sharon 143 Teischow. Susan 163, 94 Tennis. Girl ' s 110. ill Terpstra. Brian 64. 163 Terpstra. Michael 143 Thomas. Bill 64. 154 Thomas. Jon 163 Thomas. Michael 154 Thompson. Dale 143 Thompson. Dan 154 Thompson. Linda 163 Thompson. Sara 163. 39. 44 Thompson. Scott 154 Thoreson. Mark 163 Thoreson. Tim 154 Thormahlen. Lir)coln 143 Three Wiehee 182 Tiebert, Judy 64. 163 Tiebert. Nancy 143 Tincher, Troy 154 Tittles 170 Tonner. Brian 154 Tonner. Mike 143 Town 6 Country Homes 172 Track. Boy ' s 104. 105 Track. Girl ' s 106. 107 Tracy. Spencer 64. 154 Trapp. Jojo 154. 155 Trapp. Lynr ette 143 Trimble, Jim 154. 155 Trimble. Rhonda 143 TrimWe. Tom 154 Triscik. Dean 163 Trowbridge. Glenda 154. 155 Trowbridge. Linda 143 Trowbridge. Todd 163 Tucker. Brenda 163 Tucker. Mark 154. 155. 44 Tucker. Missy 64. 112, 163 Tucker. Pam 44. 50. 51. 154. 155. 192 Tudor ' s Fashion Floors 174 Tudor, Pat 11. 143 Tudor. Sharon 154. 155 Turr er. Tim 163 Webber. Greg 156 Weber. Mrs. Bonnie 125 Weber. Valerie 64 Weekley. Sherri 155. 39 Wegrzyn. Carol 40. 144 Wehlir g. Jeff 64. 155 Weiier. Rob 65, 155 Welch. Beth 155 Welch Kelley 11. 155 Wellrter. Suzanne 64. 144 Wells. James 144 Welsh. Robert 144 Wendy’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers Wesley, Ann Wessel. Michele 64. 144 Wessel. Susan 112 West. Conrad 155 West. Suzanne Westergren. Scott Whaling. Tim 155 White. Miss Linda 125 White. Rick 155 Wide World of Travel Wieland. Jeffrey 144 Wiencken. Julie 31. 155 Wiggins. Barb 144 Wikle. Brian 150. 155. 192 Wilhelm. Connie 163 Will. Scott 155 Willis. Lew 64. 155 Wilson. Carol 144 Wilson, Jeff 155 Wilson. Keith 41. 144 Wilson, Kim 163 Wilson. Steve 144 Winters, Greg 144 Winters. Kevin 163 Winters. Kimberly 30. 155 Wixon. Alice 163 Wixon. John 163 Wodrich. Kathy 65. 163 Woidke. Mark 163 Woodruff. Margo 44. 145 Woodruff. Sherry 163 Woods. Kathie 155 Workman. Laura 163 Worthen. Melanee 145 Worthen, Stephen 155 Wray. Kathy 155 Wright. Bill 145 Wroblewski, Cindy 163 YARC 36 Yocum. Katie 155 Yoder. Mark 145 Youngmark. Linnea 155 Young, Rick 145 Zahn. Carol 145 Zehner. Linda 40. 145 Zell. Patty 163 Zell. Rose 155 Zell. Theresa 145 Zimmerman. Mrs, Gloria 50. 1 25. 192 Zoll. Mark 163 Zombik. Scott 163 Zrodlowski. John 145 w Uban, Tom 64. 143 Ulm. Paul 155 Ulman, Laura 163 Ungurait. John 64. 155 Upton, Andy 143 Upton. Steve Uridel. Doug 155 Utley. Terry 163 Valette. Dalynn 163 Valette, Shelly 143 Valparaiso Office Supply 188 Valparaiso Plumbing Co. 170 Vanhook. Mark 163 Vanhook, Mike 155 VanKeppel. Todd 163 Vass. Joni 155 Velchek. Jeff 155 Velchek. . Laurie 143 Vendl, Robert 163 Ventura. Laura 155 Venturini, Alexa 155 Venturini. Franklin 163 Verde. Stephanie 44. 155 Vereb. Cindy 155 Vernich. Dawn 155 Veselica. Kathy 50. 155, 192 Vocke. Cheryl 163 VanAlmen. Fred 155 Vondran, Susan 112 Von Tobels 175 Vorwald. Bob 155 V-Teens 37 VICA 42 Wagner. Bradley 155 Wagner. Bretta 143 Walker. Dan 155 Walker. Jim 143 Walker. JoAnn 155 Walker. Mrs. Lorie 125 Walker. Wade 155 Walsh. Miss Nancy 125 Walsh. Bob 143 Walsh. Mike 143 Waiters. Bill 16 Walters. Dave 155 Ward. Michelle 143 Ward. Tammy 155 Wareham. Susan 112. 155 Washek, Sandra 112. 155 Watt. Margret 64. 155 Watts. Belinda 144 Watts. Mr. Mark IS. 125. 60 Watts. Sue 155, 95 Waymire. Stacey 112 Wayne. Bret 155 WC DON ' T CUT you DOWN - we JUST TRIM you TO size -188 — Ads At Costas Foods we are expanding our store in order to serve the growing and changing Valparaiso community. However, we continue to otter fast and dependable carry-out service and our shelves are stocked with the finest merchandise at low, competitive prices. — COSTAS FOODS, 1800 Calu- met Ave., Valparaiso, 464-3571. Ads — 187 AUGUST: Pope Paul VI dies in his sleep. Cardinals elect John Paul. SEPTEMBER: Camp David Summits with Carter, Begin, and Sadat hope to pave way for peace in the Middle East. Pope John Paul installed in Vatican. Ali beats Spinks in rematch. Margaret Mead dies. John Paul I dies after 34 days as pontiff. OCTOBER: College of Cardinals elects Karol Wotjyla as Pope John Paul II. Yankees beat Dodgers in World Series. NOVEMBER; 912 dead in Jonestown mass sucide ritual. Sadat and Begin share Nobel Peace Prize. DECEMBER: Golda Meir dies of cancer at age 78. In Chicago, police arrest John Gacy for the murders of 29 Following two weeks of talks at Camp David, President Anwar Sadat of Egypt, Jimmy Carter, and Prime Minister Menachim Begin of Israel sign the agreements that will hopefully lead to Mideast peace. After his losing battle to save his city from default by passing emergency legislation, Cleveland Mayor Dennis Kucinich expresses his displeasure to the city council that failed him. 188 — Closing bodies that were buried under his house. U.S. officially recognizes Red China, and Taiwan leaves Washington. Time Magazine names Red Chinese vice-premier Teng Hiiao-p’ing “Man of the Year for his part in opening U.S.- Chinese relations. Cleveland defaults. JANUARY: Carter invites Nixon to the White House for Teng’s visit. Shah of Iran succumbs to revolutionaries and leaves Iran in exile. Prime Minister Bakthiar forms government. FEBRUARY: Ayatollah Khomeini assumes power in Iran. Chinese invade Vietnam to “punish it” for border raids. Carter pardons Patty Hearst. Former Commissioner Jane Byrne defeats incumbent machine candidate Michael Bilandic in Chicago’s mayoral primary. Nelson Rockefeller dies of a heart attack. Middle East peace talks falter on “Egyptian insincerity”. Bee Gees win album of the year Grammy while Billy Joel takes record of the year. Roots II captures huge audience. MARCH: U.S. celebrates 100th anniversary of Einstein’s birth. Three Mile Island radiation scare stirs nuclear controversy. APRIL: Oscar honors Nam flicks “Coming Home” and “The Deerhunter.” Revolution overthrows Idi Amin in Uganda. Gas prices surge toward dollar sign. As their people wait for the return of spiritual leader Ayatollah Khomeini, Shah Reza Pahlavi and Empress Farah flee in self- exile to Morocco. Poland’s Cardinal Karol Wotjiya became the second pope in 34 days after John Paul I died. Here Pope John Paul II welcomes Jordan ' s King Hussein to the Vatican for talks on the Middle East. The Reverend Jim Jones settled his People ' s Temple followers in Jonestown, Guyana to live peacefully, but after his men killed Rep. Leo Ryan (D — Cal.) and those with him, he called for a mass suicide in which 912 people died. In his first visit to the White House since his resignation in 1974, Richard Nixon shakes hands with Jimmy Carter and Chinese vice- premier Teng Hsiao-p’ing, who visited Washington to commence diplomatic relations between the U.S. and China. Closing — 189 Once the twisted wreckage and debris had been cleaned away, workmen were ready to rebuild the fire area. Steals such as this one by captain Gary Krueger (20) brought the Vikes within sec- onds of the regional championship. The team of Rob Harden (22) and Gary Krueger was responsible for an amazing 19 steals in the regional games. After a year of hassles over decor and con- tractors, the four English rooms that were gutted by the fire opened for second semes- ter classes. 190 — Closing Great things might never have hap- pened if mankind had not been content to wait for significant gains in the face of su- perficial losses. It is staggering to the mind to imagine what would happen if Ed- ward Jenner had given up hope for his smallpox vaccine after his test patient de- veloped a severe case of the illness. The idea to remember then, is that when looking for improvement, the observ- er should search deeper than the surface. The man on the street may point to the less-than-spectacular record of our foot- ball team and wish for the return of the school’s ’75 state champions. Yet, he nev- er considers that the members of the team gave their best in all the games, and, therefore, deserve better judgement than that based on their win and loss re- cord. Students may look at the poor interest in clubs, especially in the Student Council and the Pep Club, and say that clubs are on the decline. They fail to realize howev- er, that despite these overwhelming defi- ciencies, the members who cared man- aged to keep the organizations going. We may not have made waves in sports, but being in one of the fiercest conferences in the state, all of our teams made respectable showings. Both the bas- ketball teams went to the regionals, and each lost to ranked teams. Seven mem- bers of the boys’ swim team competed in the state finals, and one of them, Craig McCarron, brought home a first place medal in the 100m butterfly. Academics and the arts deserve recognition also for the seven winners of the Regional Art Awards Gold Keyes and the National Merit Scholarship Finalists. We decided that, since there is always room for improvement, we should look for ways to better our school. Upon looking back, we may not have accomplished our goal completely, but we made an honest effort. In some cases it may take a strong mangnifying glass to find any improve- ment, but as Neil Armstrong’s walk on the moon was one small step for a man,” our small gains represent our taking a step in the right direction. It may take a long time, and we may have much more to do, but we can still truthfully say, “We’re even better this year.” During the Homecoming Hall Decorating Contest, the funiore display their opinion of Viking power. Closing — 191 192 — Acknowledgements Contrary to popular belief, yearbooks are not produced entirely by the staff. Since no man is an island, and that in- cludes yearbook staffers, we would like to thank the people who tolerated our presence like the plague throughout the year. We would like to express our ap- preciation to the Learning Center staff for its patience with our constant prob- lems. the faculty for issuing numerous passes out of class during deadlines, Mr. Bob Henning, our yearbook representative, who tolerated our weird sense of humor and contributed his efforts toward writing headlines. Ball State University Workshops, Mr. John Hudnall for his advice, and of course, while there is still room on the page. Mrs. Gloria Zimmerman, our adviser, who was the catalyst when the going got rough and the resident psychiatrist and booster who raised our spirits when they started to wane. VALENIAN STAFF — Front Row; Pam Tucker. Dave Koenig. Leslie Olsen, Eric Charon. Second Row: Rich Eagen, Lauralyn Bengal, Jeff Gardin, Jan Chrustowrski, Lisa Glacobbe. Third Row: Brenda Heaster, John Kelley. Fourth Row: Laurie Lemmons, Kathy Veselica, Cindy Reavis, Brian Wikle, Donna Raymond. Back Row; Keith Domke Mike Malackowski. 1979 VALENIAN STAFF Editors-in-chief Brenda Heaster John Kelley Activities Editors Jan Chrustowski Cindy Reavis Clubs Editors Jill Dommeruth Janet Koberna Academics Editors Lauralyn Bengal Laurie Lemmons Sports Editors Keith Domke David Koenig Brian Wikle Faculty Editors Lisa Giacobbe Pam Tucker Album Editors Leslie Olsen Donna Raymond Advertising Editors Rich Eagen Mike Malackowski Kathy Veselica Adviser Mrs. Gloria Zimmerman Representative Mr. Bob Henning American Yearbook Company Photographers Eric Charon David Koenig Bruce Morrison Brian Wikle Business Manager Jeff Gardin i.