Walton Verona High School - Dawn Yearbook (Walton, KY)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1983 volume:

WALTON-VERONA HIGH SCHOOL WALTON, KEHTUCKY COVER ART BY MELANIE CUMMINS AND TERACK DILDECK 1 Driving for some destination A Allen Roberts ond Dubby Beoch show vorled forms of Interest In 6th period English doss. AA Kim Noe keeps the Deorcots olive in Regionol Volleyboll oc- tlon while Amy Lyons ond Rhondo Elmore look on. ► In Honor's English doss, Kim Wotton ponders the meoning of o work of literature. A Coaches Robinson ond Coates show that the job of o coach Is not always hard work. Ve started cruisin early; however, we were depen- dent on a chauffeur. We cruised'' for six years on a big, yellow school bus to Verona where life was When do we go to recess?” and Teacher, Jimmy just hit me!” A A Third period geometry students oppeor to be hard ot work. ■e Working ot the board, Joey Vest is the center of attention in Moth class. ▲ A look of relief Is on the face of Georgia Anderson os she finishes another rough race for Wolton-Verona. 3 LrLtliL LLi-4 But there was always a destina- tion simple though it seemed ► Tim Brooks. Vol Shields, ond Gory Williams express themselves in Neonderthol style. ▼ Sandy Spencer enjoys another Bearcat victory. ▼ ▼ Sports Editors Dean Curry and Kim Noe, prepare some yearbook pages for publication. 4 We continue to cruise os we start Junior High. We re still dependent on someone else, but sometimes we con cruise with o big kid from the Senior High. ▲ ▲ Doro Boyer. Tommy Robinson. Beth Plunkett, ond Jomie Rice oppeor to be frying out o new woy of doing their school work with music. Mrs. Duvall is odmlring o gift from her secret admirer. ▲ The looks on the faces of sophomores Ginger Rohrer and Amy Butler show how much they enjoyed the Homecoming dance. ◄ Melissa Lindon and Dorrin Taulbee break away from the hus- tle of daily school life to enjoy some afternoon sun. 5 ▲ ▲ Neither rain nor sleet, nor dark of night could keep these students from leoving school of 3:15. A Acting talents ore displayed by Morty Connor and Robin Goff in class. A Mike Rooden and Gale Wotson tend to the needs of the plant life in the Agriculture deportment greenhouse. ► Mary Donovan is entertained by a soloist from the Air Force Band from Wright-Paterson Air Force Bose during the assembly program they presented in January. 6 Sometimes our destination seems hazy, we do arrive at some destination. Usually we arrive safely. Our high school yeors are full of many small journeys. Life gets more complicated; instead of worrying about recess, we are concerned about Who am I going to ask to the Prom? and What am I going to do with my life? We feel almost completely independent at last (except maybe for gas money). Our destination is graduation — or we think. When we round one bend, it seems a whole new journey begins. Right now. we see our school life as a series of mechanical progressions. Each school year begins like the firin' up of an engine. Shortly after, our year picks up speed and if, like the engine is movin' out. By the end of the year, we have hit our maximum speed - Were cruisin'l ◄ Mr. Lyons, sporting his Beocot pin. introduces the Air Force Bond or on assembly program. ▼ The fans encourage Melisso Cheesmon on her comeback otter she wos sidelined by on injury. CKstst IS The staff of the 1982-63 Down took on o particularly challenging task according to Mr. Copek. yearbook ad- visor. This year's staff is one of the most ambitious and creative we've had. They also are very good writers. They wanted to make this yearbook bigger and better with more of everything, including copy and the total number of pages. That's an awesome job considering the cost and size of our school. But we felt we could do it. How much we succeeded will be obvious to everybody who picks up a 1983 yearbook,” Mr. Capek added. Editor. Todd Porter agrees, We have talent in all areas: good photographers, writers, and artists. The Class itself is different from most in that it is not so much a textbook taught class as it is a workshop class. That is, you learn while you work, and it is a lot of fun. The entire staff of the 1983 Down worked hard to reach its goal by selling ads, writing stories, and planning pictures. The end result is presented here for all to see. Mistakes? Misspellings? Bloopers? Sure, we make mistakes, but we try hard not to, and I think we do okay for the amount of work we do. We look at other schools' books and try to learn from the mistakes they make and the success they have, said Todd Porter. Mr. Capek commented, We want this book to be something everyone will want to keep and cherish. Thot's an awesome responsibility, and I think we all fake it pretty seriously. Firin’ August rolls around ond so does the beginning of the school year with new faces ond experiences along with familiar activities ond friends These first months ore the time for gearing up ond heading out for o successful year By winter the school year is in full swing with more activities ond seemingly less time. Our pace quickens with the pounding pulse of basketball ond rushes us headlong through the first semester. In spring, the year reaches its climax and speeds to a conclusion The adrenalin builds os graduation and the end of the year approaches 9 Bus Drivers: (Top) Ronnie Elmore, Pom Snow. (Bottom) Dill Gibson. Undo Courtney, Ed Luebbe. Midge Elmore, Sherry Jackson, Rhonda Stephens. In the early morning hours in the bock lot of the high school, o shadowy bearded figure in coveralls and a cowboy hat slips quickly from bus to bus, check- ing oil, warming up engines and making needed repairs. He's Ronnie Elmore, bus coordinator, the man who keeps 'em rollin'' at W-V. After checking things out on the buses. Ronnie rushes in to Mr. Lyons's office every morning and after- noon to check with the drivers on the C.D. He keeps in close contact with drivers William Gibson, Linda Court- ney. Wilma Elmore. Sharon Jackson, Ed Luebbe, Pam Snow, and Rhonda Stephens. Each driver is unique and special in his or her own way. Dill Gibson is a farmer and is by far the most ex- perienced driver, having put in many years transpor- ting W-VHS students. Mr. Ed Luebbe owns and operates Safari Camp Grounds. Linda Courtney drives the Vocational School bus. Wilma Elmore is Ronnie's wife. Sharon Jackson is always smiling. Pam Snow is a talker and a caring person. Rhonda Stephens enjoys taking the students on trips. All the drivers and the coordinator are interested in the school system, since each one has or has had children in the elementary or high school. They don't just park their buses in the afternoon and forget all about Walton-Verona until the next morning. Michael Capek Donna Duvall Valeeta Fitzgerald Layna Cheesman Linda Dykes Sharon Former Dob Coates Dob Eades William Freeman Rick Gayle Helen Grubbs Evelyn Hance 14 Dan Hildebrand Kent Jackson Detfy Jones Robert A. Kluber Joyce Lawrence Larry May Dob Messmer Mary Jo Mitchell James Palm Maintenance Staff: Tom Toylor. Lloyd Clements. Jim Allphin, Ronnie Borrett, (not pictured Vic Coipenter). Sue Patton 15 16 Wendell Tillery Janice Whaley Darlene Wymer Faculty Staff Index Michael Capek: English. Yearbook Girls Cross-Country Cooch. Dromo Club High School: Simon Kenton. College Cumberland College (B.A.). Eastern Ky. University (M.A.). Additional Work ot Xovier University. Layno Cheesman: Jr. High Moth. Marketing. 7-9th Grade Basketball, Sofrboll Cooch High School Wolton-Verono College Bereo College (B A ). Murroy Store (M A T ). Robert Coates: Science. Girls Varsity Basketball Boys Track Cooch High School: Switzerland Co (Ind.). College Tri-State University (B.S.) Pot Crist: Lunchroom Coordinator. High School: Beech wood Donna Duvall: Business Education. F BI.A. Sponsor. High School: Cor- rolton High School College: Moreheod (B A , M.B.A.). Lindo Dykes: Morhemotics. Beta Club High School Cloy County Col- lege: Eostern Ky. University (B.S.). Northern Ky. University (M A ). Robert Eodes: Eorrh Science. Advanced P.E.. Boys Varsity Bosketbll. Varsity Baseball Cooch. Lerrermen's Club High School: Boone Co. College William Corey College (B.S.). Northern Ky University (M S ). Voleeto Fitzgerald: Librarian. High School Wheelright H.S. College Moreheod (B.S.). University of Kentucky (M S.. L.S.). Shoron Fortner: Bookkeeper. Treasurer. Volleyball Cooch High School: Grant County H.S. Bill Freeman: Biology. Chemistry. Anatomy. Golf Cooch. Science Club High School: Owensboro H.S College Brescio College (B.S), Northern Ky University (M A ) Rick Goyle: Junior High English. Intromurols ond Recreation Director High School Boone Co. High School College University of Kentucky (B. Ed ). Xovier University (M. Ed ). Helen Grubbs-. Spanish. High School: Louisville Monuol. College: Cen- tre College (B.A ). Other Work: University of Kentucky. Xovier. University of Son Francisco in Guodolojoro. Mexico (Graduate Work) John A. Grubbs: Superintendent College: Center College (B.A ). Xovier University (M E D ). Ernest T. Hohn: Assistant Principal, High School: Richmond Academy. Augusto, Go. College: Eostern ky. University (B.S., M.A Rank I). Other Work: Graduate Work or University of Kentucky. Eostern. Evelyn Honce: Home Ec.. FHA. Junior Class Sponsor High School Edinburg High School. Edinburgh. Vo College: Bereo College (B.S.). (B.S. Home Ec Bereo College) Virginio Hensley: English-Reoding. Senior Class Sponsor High School Owsley High School. Booneville. Ky. College Eostern Ky. University (B.A . M.A.). University of Kentucky (Ronk I). Don Hildebrond: US History. Kentucky History. American History. Cross Country High School: University High School. Chicago College University of Chicago (B.A, M.A in Teoching). Kent A. Jockson: Agriculture. Horticulure. Natural Resources. FFA High School: Corlisle Co. High School. College: Murroy Store Universi- ty (B.S . M S ). Betty Jones: English. Junior Closs Sponsor. High SchooLModel High School College Georgetown (A B ). University of Louisville Linguistic 6 hr Studies, Moreheod University Joyce Lowrence: Secretory Central Office High School: Lloyd High School Frank Lyons; Principal President s Council High School Owingsville High School College Moreheod Store University (B.S.). Xovier University (M E D ). Lorry Moy: Art. Art Club High School Mullins School. College Moreheod State University (B.A ) Other Work Eostern Ky. University (M.A). Robert M. Messmer: 7rh-9th Phy Ed ond Health Elem Phy Ed Assistant Basketball Cooch. Lertermen s Club. Assist Baseball Cooch High School Wolton-Verono. College Eostern Ky University (B.S ). Ohter Work: Thomos Moore ond University of Kentucky. Lee Mills: Counselor College Eostern Ky University (B.S.). Other Work: Thomos Moore ond University of Kentucky Mory Jo Mitchell: Secretory Bookkeeper High School Memorial High. Woynesburg. Ky. Gory Munsie: Director of Pupil Personnel!. Athletic Director. Special Program Director. High School. Norwood. Ohio. College. Comp- bellsville College Other Work: Xovier University James Polm: Bond Director College Eostern Ky University. Other Work: Grod Work ot Eostern Ky. University Susonnoh Peorce Patton: Leorning Disabilities Resource Teacher. Dromo Club High School Coverno High School College Northern Ky. University (B S . M.A.). Charles Reynolds: Industrial Arts rh Grade Bosket boll Cooch. I. A Club High School Grant County High School. College Eastern Ky University (B.S.). Northern Ky University (M.A). Ronk I. Xovier University Honey Ryon: Physical Ed Chairman. J. V ond Varsity Cheerleaders. Lerrermen's Club. Girls Track Cooch High School: Boone County H.S. College Moreheod Store (B S.). Northern Ky. University (M.S.). Colleen Shields: Morhemotics. Bero Club High School Wolton- Verono High School College University of Louisville (A.B.). Other Work: Villo Modonno College. University of Kentucky. Helen Shupe: Business ond Office Instructor. FBLA Advisor High School: Corlisle County High School, Bardwell. Ky. College Murroy Store University (B.S . M. Ed.). Other WorK Northern Ky. University. Jo Strong: Speech 0 Language Therapist High School: Sr Albons High School College University of Kentucky. Northern Ky. University Eloine Tillery: Business Ed Teacher. Typing. Business Low. ond Recor- dkeeping. Bookstore Sponsor High School: McKee High School Col- lege: Eastern Ky University (B.S.). Northern Ky. University (M.A.). University of Kentucky (Ronk I). Other Work: Western Ky. University Wendell Tillery: Physical Ed. History High School McKee High School College Eastern Ky University (B.S ). Other Work: Western Ky University Janice Wholey: Leorning Disabilities Resource Senior Closs Sponsor. Pep Club. High School: Boone County H.S College Northern Ky University. Darlene Wymer: Citizenship. International Relations. Psychology High School: Boone County H.S. College Bereo College (B.A.). Robert A. Kluber: Special Ed. Grades 7-12. English. Moth. Science. History. High School: Withrow High. Cincinnati. College U.C.L.A . (B.S in Ed ). Compton Sr. College. University of Cincinnati (Master of Ed ). 17 W-V Board Members Strive to See Our School Be the Best in the State Doord Of Education: James Donor, John Grubbs. Walt Ryan. Dr. John Maddox. Leola Waller. Donna Robinson. The scene is ser In a relorively small but comfortable room with a table surrounded by a few chairs In rhe center. A few more chairs line the walls of the room. It is an informal and comfortable at- mosphere in which most of the men and women sitting around the table are involved in o rather informal discussion, but there is some laughter and joking among the serious business the group is atten- ding to. Hot exactly what you'd expect to happen in a school board meeting, perhaps when one talks to each board member, one realize that they ore certainly a cross-section of the people they represent. Walt Ryan. Chairman of the board, decided to run for election twenty years ago. When I was in high school the board wasn't very good. So, when one of the board members decided not to run again, he ask- ed me to run in his place. I hod two young sons, ond I wanted to help them ond others by making sure they had a good education.’’ Desides being a board member. Mr. Ryan runs a large farm in Verona ond is a deacon in his church. He also serves on the Doone Co. Planning and Zoning Adjustment Doard and the Verona Life Squad. Mr. Ryan feels that the board is important because. You get dif- ferent input from the different members with each having different ideas, and all work for the betterment of the community ond the school. My goal for the school is to see it keep improving all rhe time ond develop more in rhe field of computers.” Leola Waller, a board member of nine years, also is a person of widely varied abilities ond interests. She has been a nurse and a musician, along with being o mother to four children, a church choir director, ond a bookkeeper in her husband's (Dr. William Waller) office. I was interested in serving to help solve problems in the school, and I feel that the best thing that a community con do for its youth is give them o good education.” Mrs. Waller added. I think of the board as a team. “We re effective because we are respectful of each other ond we all work with the team. I'd like to see our school become the best that we can do.” To see our school be the best in the state.” is also the aim of James Donor. The reason I ran for election was to do all I could to help the school be one of the finest In the orea.” Mr. Donor is a nine-year member who owns and runs Donor's Deportment Store in Walton along with being a deacon in his church. He feels a business background is good in running a school because the two are alike in many ways. In a school there must be a balance between money coming in and going out ond that’s not too different from a business. Donna Robinson believes that the board is on asset to the com- munity because there is more than one person controlling the school.” A past P.T.A. president. Mrs. Robinson was interested in the school and the administrative aspect of it. Desides being on active P.T.A. member, this third-year board member is a housewife with three children. My goal for the school is to make the science department stronger ond to see our school become more involved In the com- puter age. The fifth board member is Dr. John Maddox, a popular Walton dentist. Along with his practice. Dr. Maddox is a member of both the American and Kentucky Dental Societies,- he is also a member of the Kentucky Dentol Supply Doard of Directors. Nine years ago I become interested In the school, ond at that time I wanted the new physical educotion music building to be built. Then and now, I feel the board is important because If represents the people to the administration.” He added. I also would like to moke our school scholastically one of the best schools in the state. Each board member does many jobs in his her life which differ from others. However, each feels that the board is vital to the school and community and has the basic goal to see our school improve. Donna Robinson Jomes Donor Walt Ryan John Maddox Leola Waller A John Grubbs: Superintendent of Schools A A Frank Lyons: Principol ◄ Gory Munsie: Director of Pupil Personnel A Ernest Hahn: Assistont Principol 19 Roland a Solid Bearcat Leader Boys' CC Team Hod Leadership Despite Struggle to 1-10 Record ▲ Chris Rohrer mokes his move during the last mile. ► Bearcat's number 1 runner. More Roland, in action. ▼ Nathan Race gasps for air after finishing a hard race. Although the Bearcats' Cross-Country team struggl- ed along all year with a 1-13 record, third year coach Dan Hildebrand commented, We do have some good leaders, and a few good, young runners, which will be an asset in the future ' Junior Marc Roland, the team's solid first place man did well and led the team, but an illness late in the season, hurt his chance of a showing in the State meet. Also aiding the Bearcat cause were senior, Chris rohrer. tenth grader, Nathan Race, and sixth grader Tony Rapp. The problem, as Coach Hildebrand sees if, is that basketball is always number one in the minds of young runners. Year after year the team struggles, mainly because of the emphasis on basketball around the area. Younger boys try out and do well to improve their times, but as soon as they mature, they realize that they'd rather play basketball. It's understandable that they begin to think of basketball as their major sport instead of cross-country. So the next year they don't try out for cross-country, but we get younger kids to try out because they aren't exposed to basketball yet.” 20 ▲ (Dorrom) Richord Goldizen. Robbie Robinson. Jim Art. Kevin Ross. (Middle) Cooch Don Hildebrand. Tony Ropp. Drett Eodes. Greg Fish. Gene Cummins. More Roland. Chris Rohrer. (Top) Mike Wingate. Nathan Race. T Mr. Hildebrand checks Drett Fades' time after the J-V Regional run. Marc Roland shows great determination during the Lexington Catholic Invitational. ▼ Tony Rapp and Richard Goldizen race to the finish line. ▼▼ Jimmy Art and Tony Rapp build up speed os they roce downhill. It Takes Guts!” 22 Girl Runners Compile 8-6 Record A Andro Cummins. Georgio Anderson, ond Morlene Willett worm-up before the Lex- ington Catholic Invitational. ► Georgio Anderson shows the determination that mode her one of the Region’s top performers. What is the most important asset for a per- son who runs cross country? It takes guts!” replied one runner. This factor makes cross country a sport which separates the men from the boys, or in this case, the women from the girls. The Lady Bearcat runners proved thot they had the guts” that if fakes by finishing 6th in the Region which is one of the toughest Regions in the state.” according to Coach Mike Capek. They also proved themselves by compiling a regular season record of 8 wins and 6 losses and an overall record of 09-59. The most outstanding runner for the team was Georgia Anderson, a junior who qualified for the state meet with a 15th place finish in the Regional meet. She was given a lot of support by other good runners such as junior Donita Bird and freshman An- dro Cummins. According to Coach Capek, the most improved runner for the season was Marlene Willett, a seventh grader. Overall, I'd say if was a fairly good season although it wasn't one of our better in the last four or five,” remorked Coach Capek in summing up the season in general. We lost o lot of runners from last year which hurt the team badly.” This year's team was composed mainly of younger runners which should provide a good foundation for teams in the future.” A (Dorrom) Coach Michael Capek. Marlene Willett. Kim Vest, Amy Harris. Georgia Ander- son. (Middle) Tammy Gilliam, Melanie Cummins. Andra Cummins, Donita Bird. (Top) Julie Brown. Dena Courtney. Anderson Quolifies for State In Toughest Regional Meet ◄ Junior Melonie Cummins strides to the finish. ▼ Georgia Anderson and Donito Oird leod the pock under the wotchful eye of Cooch Copek. AM Amy Harris ond Marlene Willett show the strength and endurance it takes to be a runner. ▲ Bearcat runners discuss strategy for the race as they prepare for the run. ◄ Seventh grader. Julie Brown showed promise os a first-year Bearcat runner. 23 Volleyball 4-9 Record Is Lady Bearcat Best Ever ▲ Ginger Rohrer gets low to handle o spike. ih Corrle Augenstein ond Kim Noe defend against a spike. ► Laurell Christy sets up Glnget Rohrer fot a shot as Sheila Densler stands ready. ▼ Rhondo Elmore. Kim Noe, and Karen Wallet were valuable assets to this year's Volleyball squad. The 1982 Volleyball ream spiked it’s way to the best season ever with a 4-9 record. Mrs. Sharon Fortner, first year coach of the Lady Bearcats, explained, Even with the losing record, I was very proud of them. They did an excellent job.” Mrs. Fortner also stated that, The team im- proved greatly fhoughout the season, especially when they started playing as a team.” Senior captain Kim Noe said, Playing on the Volleyball team has given me a chance to compete with other schools and make new friends as well.” The team was also lead by senior Rhondo Elmore and sophomore Karen Waller. The highlights of the season were the vic- tories against Beechwood and Simon Kenton. The potential is there for an improved season next year,” Coach Fortner stated. 24 A (Standing) Lori Woller. Koren Waller. Carrie Augenstein. Amy Lyons, Gina Kirtley. Kim Noe. Lesley Noe. Rita A Wild-eyed Karen Waller stretches for Drown, Coach Sharon Fortner. (Kneeling) Sheila Densler. Rhonda Elmore, Sandy Pfonstiel. Laurell Christy. (Sit- a block. ting) Ginger Rohrer, Chana Allen. A Kim Noe sets up for the serve (Left) and smashes the boll for a point (Right). ◄ Coach Fortner and the bench enjoy the J-V action. 25 Juniors Mario Amodeo Georgia Anderson Carrie Augensrein Jamie Baker iro Bi B Steve Burrus Callen Cheesman Melissa Cheesman Juniors Juniors A ◄More Roland proudly shows the Beta Club scrapbook that was entered In competition at the State Convention. A ARod Goderwis concentrates on some figures in Mrs. Shupe's Accounting class. ▼ Denah Noell works the video camera dur- ing a basketball gome. ◄ ◄Todd Porter and Melanie Cummins share a slow dance at the Homecoming dance. ◄Laura Leake works on some research for Honors English class. Sophomores Rodna Abbott Rodney Abshire Chano Allen Tonyo Anderson Tom Diddle Dill Drinkman Jim Drinkmon Tim Brooks Kerry Dowlin Rito Drown Diane Durden Jeff Durgess Amy Dufler Thomas Campbell Eric Christy Laurell Christy Sheila Densler Richard Dixon Shawn Dixon Mory Donovan Jennifer Eddins Flerlage Kevin Qynn Jeff Leeke Dobby Lucas Bobby Lonaker Dean McMillon James Messmer Sophomores Jeff O Donion vfd rf ft SrAHh ‘A ith lerfe Dorcjn Toulbe4 .• pton Tread wo y hris Tufr r no Tv ehoSs Keren Waller Lori Woller Gole Worson Chorlie Wells Gory Williams Melissa Wingate Michael Wingate Harold Hensley Joe Hoskins Joyce Jump Tom Kaelin Freshmen Morry King Clifford Leek Mike Riehem Jeff Roberts Daryl Robinson Terri Robinson Karen Sprecher Cheryl Smith Troy Sturgeon William Sutherland Jeff Toulbee Terry Taylor Tony Turner Kim Tyler Shannon Wortmon Leslie Worn Karen Webster Tim Whaley Greg Williams T no Wilson Eighth Grade Jim Durler Kerry Couthen mm Mike 0 Rodney Coffey Jess Combs AlyoeCrose w Scoff Daniels Joe Dellecove Anna Denny James Duncon Daryl Akins Paul Allen Michael Allphin Jim Art Barf Ash Marty Ashcraft Krysfol Eubank Tracey Evans Tassie Fields Greg Fish Darin Glacken Tony Glenn Samantha Bailey Craig Baker Theresa Bayer Chris Black Ben Brooks Robert Brown Danny Goderwis Denise Gosser Benji Key Jimmy Kidd Sharon King Heather Kinmon Fred Kirtley Eighth Grade Mike Kromer I Louterwasser Phil Lowrence rRobert Leeke Rodney Luftrell 'Uae-Mclntyre Jams Merida Doffas Messer Stephanie Messer John Messmer Dwayne Mulberty Steve Pennington Robby Robinson Mike Ross f Johnny Ruth April Searcy Gina betters nqela Showolter Tosco Smith Missy Spillman )enlseTophorn April Tilleryi ..Tina Twehues Koye Tyler Jennine Vesi Kim Vest David Webster Vincent Webster Dobbi Jo Whaley Boyd Williams 35 Seventh Grade Jeff Anderson Kathy Anderson Ann Ashcraft Loretta Beach Shelley Beach Ricky Blocker Gene Bowling | obby Bowline Jerry Branham Hope Brewer Lois Biophy Julie Drown Roy Clark Robert Coffey Jeff Couch Deno Courtney Greg Creekmore Richie Delaney Tonya Elmore Angle Eubank Nothon Flerlage Timothy Flynn Tammy Gilliam Tonya Greene Jennifer Hale Brenda Harp Benny Herrmann Jenene Hudson Tracy Huffman Marsha Humphrey Chad Johnson David Johnson Kyle Kees Tricio Kinlaw Seventh Grade Billy Leicht Angel Lucos Steve Lucas Deonno McClone Donno McIntyre Steve Merldo Rick Miller Cindy Moore Tina Mulberry Carrie Noble Bart Noe Rachel Owen Payton Porker Doug Puckett Jeff Renoker Diane Rlegler Doug Robinson Conny Romes Kevin Ross Benny Ryarv' Terry Sollee Donno Sams Potty Sechrest Tlno Sechrest Leslie Setters Aiello Sexton Rachel Thomas Belinda Tinch Jomes Tucker Joey Vest Marlene Willett Roger Williams Paul Wingate Dwight Workman Jr. Hi Kids Rev Up for High School ▲ Happy Face: Rick Miller appears to be enjoying an assembly program. Cosy Rider: Danny Lipscomb heads for home after school. Dikes provided the transportation for a number, of WVHS students. ► Speak no evil, hear no evil, see no evil: Denny Ryan. Steve Merida and Chad Johnson owoit the bell ot the end of their P.E. class. 38 Class Officers Work Hard to Lead, Serve, Direct Junior Officers: (Top) Melissa Lindon, Vice President: Shera Scroggins. President: Melanie Cummins. Secretory. (Kneeling) Trisha Robinson. Treasurer. ▲ Sophomore Officers: (Top) Tom Luebbe. Sergeant at Arms. Rodney Abshire. President, (middle) Diana Durden. Treasurer. (Kneeling) Sandy Pfansfiel. Secretary. (Nor Pictured) Lourell Christy. Vice President. ◄ Freshmen Officers: (Top) Shawn Anderson. Secretory .'(Middle) Tony Sechrest. President. (Dorrom) Candy Helton. Vice President; Kim Tyler. Treasurer. 39 Doug Darker Missy Brooks Mark Clinkenbeard Dora Boyer Mark Butler Marty Connor Bubby Beach Kick Butler Dean Courtney Virginia Diddle Ryan Christy Michelle Craddock Dean Curry Tony Fish Mike Honce Terok Dilbeck Kevin Golloher Amy Harris Blake Eisenschmidt Rhonda Elmore Chip Goff Lisa Gripshover Rhonda Helton Daryl Johnson 43 1983 Senior Class Index Douglas Arthur Darker: (Duck) Dond — 1. 2. 3. 4: Pep Club — 1. 2. 3. 4: FDLA — 2; Student Council - 3: Track - 2. 3. 4: Basketball - 1. Dora Mae Bayer: (Dorie) Prom Court; Senior Superlative — Best Personality: Physical Science Award — 1; Prom Committee Chairman; Spirit Leadership - 4; FLBA - 2. 3. 4: (Secretory - 3); Class Vice President - 3. 4: Pep Club — 2. 3. 4: Beta Club — 4; FHA — 2, 3; Student Council — 2; Cheerleader - 2. 3. Ronold Edward Beach: (Dubby) Mr. Wolton-Verono - 4. Prom Prince - 3; Pep Club - 1. 2. 3. 4; (Vice President - 2); Lettermen's Club - 2. 3. 4. Class Vice Presi- dent - 2; Basketball — 1. 2; Golf — 1. 2: Most Improved Golfer - 1; Track - 3; Baseball - 4. Virginia Steward Biddle: (Louie) Senior Superlative - Class Cut-Up; FFA - 4; Pep Club - 1; Home Ec. - 1: Art Club - 4; Softball - 1 2. 4. Melissa Suzanne Brooks: (Missy) Typing II Award — 3; Shorthand I Aword — 3; English II Award — 3; Clerk Typist II Aword at FBLA Conferences - 3; Beta Club - 4. FDLA — 3. 4: Drama Club — 4,- Class Officer — 4; 1st Place in Beta Club Talent Show - 4. Mark Robert Butler: (Dorfy) Perfect Attendance — 1; FDLA — 3. 4: (Vice President — 4): Pep Club Spirit Leader - 2: FFA - 4; Yearbook Staff - 3. Richard Jerome Butler: (Dick) Algebra I 8 II Awards; Geometry Award - 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students; 1st Place Business Symposium,- Beta Club - 2. 3. 4: FBLA - 1. 2. 3. Mark Edwin Clinkenbeord: (Cool) Senior Superlative - Best Personality; Class Treasurer - 3: FBLA - 2. 3. 4; (Reporter - 4): Lettermen's Club - 3. 4; Student Council - 1. 2: Pep Club - 1. 2, 3. 4: (Spirit Leader - 2); Yearbook Staff - 4; Basketball - 1. 2. 3. 4: JV Co-Coptain - 3: WVIT All Tourney Team - 4. Famous Recipe Star of the Week - 4; Baseball - 2. 3; Homecoming King - 4; All Region Basketball Award - 4; 33rd District Tourney Team — 4. Boyd Dean Courtney: (Cow) FFA — 1. 2. 3; Band - 1, 2; Basketball — 1; Varsity Yell Leader — 3. Ruby Michele Craddock: (Shell) Pep Bond Highest Aword — 1; Service Award for Fight Bond — 2,- Bond - 1 2; FBLA - 2. 3. 4: Pep Club - 2. 3; Spirit Leader — 3. Edwin Deon Curry: (Wheels) Perfect Attendance Aword - 2; Business Moth Aword - 3; Science Fair Award - 2; Who's Who Among American High School Students; Band - 1 2. 3. 4: Stagehand - 3. 4: Beta Club — 2. 3. 4; Lettermen’s Club — 2. 3. 4; Pep Club — 1 2. 3. 4; Yearbook Staff — 4; FBLA - 2. 3; Science Club — 4; Drama Club — 4; Baseball - 1, 2. 3, 4. Basketball - 1. 2. 3. 4; Best Improved - 3; Highest Field Goal Percentage - 3. William Glen Day: (Glen) Art Club - 1; Pep Club - 1: FFA - 2. 3; (Reporter - 2); V-School - 3. 4. Terak Joe Dilbeck (Rok) Drafting Aword - 3; Art Award — 1 2; Homecoming Candidate — 3; DECA - 1; Senior Superlative - Class Cut-Up; Perfect Atten- dance - 1; FFA - 4; Lettermen's Club - 1, 2, 3, 4: Yearbook Staff - 4: President Council - 3; Pep Club - 1. 2. 3. 4: (Secretory - 4): Art Club - 1. 2. 3 (President - 3); Spirit Leader - 3; Bosebol! - 1 2; Basketball - 1, 2. 3. 4; J.V. Co-Coptain - 3; Class All Tourna- mentTeam - 4. Blake Andrew Eisenschmldf: (Dig) Health Aword - 1; Senior Superlative - Best Dressed: Science Fair Winner - 1 3; Pep Club - 1. 2. 3, 4: FBLA - 1 2. 4; Beta Club 2. 3. 4; Basketball - 1, 2. 3. 4. Rhondo Faye Elmore: (Rhonda) Miss Walton-Verono - 4; Prom Queen - 3; Homecoming Con- didate - 3; Class President - 1 2. 3. 4; FHA President - 3; Bond Reporter - 3: Physical Education Award - 1; Owen Co. RECC Award — 3; Most Improved Softball Player — 1: Band — 1, 2, 3: FHA - 1. 2. 3; Lettermen's Club - 1. 2; President Council - 3. 4; Pep Club - 1. 2. 3. 4: V-School - 4: Softboll - 1 2. 3. 4; Volleyball - 1. 2. 4: Cheerleader - 2. 4. Anthony Wayne Fish: (Junior) FFA Reporter — 4 FFA — 1. 2. 3. 4: Art Club — 3; Yearbook Staff — 4; Pep club - 1. 2. Kevin Jon Gallagher: (Cool Kev) Perfect Attendance — 12; Art Club - 1; FBLA - 2. 3, 4; Track Manager - 1. Milton Sherman Goff: (Chip) Home and Farmstead Improvement. Superior; Basketball Defen- sive Rebound Award - 1; Spirit Leader - 2; Who's Who Among American High School Students; UK Certificate of Excellence. Dairy and Beef Judging Award; Kiwonis Outstanding Youth — 2; FFA - 1. 2. 3, 4; Sentinel - 3; Secretary - 4; Science Club - 1; Pep Club - 1. 2; IA Club - 1. 2; V-School - 3. 4: President VICA Club - 4: Secretory - 3: Basketball - 1: Baseball - 1, 3. Liso Dione Gripshover: (Wee Wee) DECA - 1: Home Ec. — 1. 2: FHA - 1: Droma Club - 4: FBLA — 1. Michael David Honce: (Hilda s Kid) FFA Treasurer - 2; Reporter - 3: VICA Reporter - 4; FFA - 1, 2, 3. 4. FHA - 3; Art Club - 3; VICA - 4. Amy Elizabeth Harris: (Amy) All-Region Cross Country 78- 79; All-Region Basketball 82; All- Region Track '79, '80. '81. 82; Famous Recipe Star of the Week '82: Honorable Mention All-State Basketball 1982. All-Stote Track in 100. 200. and 400 Meter Dashes 1982; Bond — 1, 2. 3. 4: Stage Band - 3. 4,- Beta Club - 2. 3. 5; Science Club - 4: Lettermen's Club - 1. 2, 3, 4,- President's Council - 4; Cross Country - 1, 2. 3, 4; Bosketboll - 1.. 2. 3. 4: Track - 1. 2. 3. 4. Rhonda Helton: (Frogger) FBLA - 4; Drama Club - 4. 44 1983 Senior Class Index Doryl Fronklin Johnson: (Poogie) Senior Class Treasurer; Freshman Class Sergeant of Arms; Jr. Class Spirit Leader; Senior Superlative — Most Athletic; Homecoming Candidate — 3; Student Council; Pep Club — 1. 2. 3, 4: I.A. Club - 3; Lettermen's Club - 4; Basketball - 1 3, 4; Baseball - 1 2; Cross Country - 1; Track — 2; Freshman-Best Defense; JV - Mr. Hustle. Michoel Anthony Koelin: (Moose) Art Club - 3. 4; Basketball Manager - 4. Vickie Lynn Kromer: (Vic) 2nd Place DECA Quiz; DECA - 2; Home Ec. Sewing Certificate - 2; Beta Club - 3. 4; FBLA - 3, 4; Pep Club - 1, 2; Drama Club - 4,- DECA - 1 2; Library Club - 1. Kimberly Kay McLoney: (Kim) Bob Jones Award — 1 2. 3; English — 1. 2: Biology Aword — 2; Typing Award - 2; Perfect Attendance Award - 1. 3. 4; Science Fair (2nd Place - 2; 3rd Place - 3); Who's Who Among American High School Students Senior Superlative - Most Likely to Succeed - 4; Business Symposium - 3; Bond - 1. 2. 3. 4 (Reporter - 4); Beta Club - 2. 3. 4; Drama Club - 4 (Secretory - 4); Lettermen's Club - 2; Pep Club - 1. 2; FHA - 1; Student Council - 1; Year- book Staff - 3; JV Cheerleader - 1. 2; Track - 1. 2; Boy's Trock Statistician - 3. Amy Rose Messmer: (Amy) Home Economics I Award; Agriculture - 2. Kim Michelle Noe; (Noe) Homecoming Candidate - 3; Prom Court - 1st Attendant; Prom Committe - 3; Senior Superlative-Best Looking; Business Sym- posium - 3; Woodworking Aword - 3: Pep Club - 1 2, 3. 4 (Vice President - 4); FHA - 1. 2. 3 (Secretory - 2); Lettermen's Club - 1. 2. 3. 4; Science Club - 4; Class Secretory - 2; Chorus - 3; Year- book Staff - 4; FBLA - 4; Volleyball - 1 2. 4 (MVP - 2); (Coptain — 4); Famous Recipe Nominee - 4: JV Cheerleader - 1; Varsity Cheerleader - 2. 3; Softball - 1. 2. 3. 4; Homecoming Queen - 4. Tracy Oliver: (Trocy) Roger Woyne Paul: (Pooh) Perfect Attendance - 2. 3; FLBA Extemporaneous Speaking 1st Place in 1981. 82 in Region 4 Conference. 5th Place in State FBLA in 1981 and 4th Place in State in 1982: FBLA - 2. 3. 4 (President - 3. 4); Drama Club - 4; President's Council - 3, 4; Basketball Manager — 1, 3. Beth Ann Plunkett: (Dethony) Perfect Attendance - 2. 3; FLBA Extemporaneous Speoking 1st Place in 1981.cil - 3. 4; Basketball Monager - 1. 3. Rebecca Michele Race: (Becky) Beta Club - 2 3. 4; FLBA - 2. 3, 4; Basketball - 1; Softball - 2. Jomilynn Tonya Rice: (Jamie) Homecoming Queen — 3; Cheerleader of the Year — 3; Most School Spirit - 4; Kentucky Homecoming Queen 1st Runner-Up - 3; FFA Sweetheart - 4. Lettermen's Club - 2. 3. 4; (Treasurer - 4); Pep club - 1. 2. 3. 4 (President - 4); FHA - 1. 2. 3, 4; FBLA - 3. 4; President Council — 4: Drama Club - 4; Varsity Cheerleader - 1. 2. 3, 4; Trock - 2 3. 4; Volleyball - 1. Edward Joseph Ring: (Dig Dog) Pep Club - 1 2 3; IA - 2. 3; FFA - 4; V-School - 4; Cross Country - 1; Basketball - 1: Baseball - 2. Michoel Lance Robinson: (Chew) FBLA - 4; Pep Club - 4 (Secretory - 4); Varsity Basketball - 4; Baseball - 4. Chris Georg Rohrer: (McOerm) 1st Place in Talent Show at Beta Club State Convention; Senior Superlative - Best Looking; Art Club - 4; FBLA - 4; Beta Club - 4; Bond - 4; Pep Club - 4; Drama Club - 4; Cross Country - 4; Track - 4. Alan Wayne Roland: (Irving) FFA - 1. 2 3. 4; (Sentinel - 2): IA - 1 2 3. 4; (President - 2 Vice President — 3. 4); Art Club — 2. 4. Steven Douglas Roland: (Doss) Perfect Attendance - 1: V-School - 3. 4; Art Club - 1, 2; IA Club - 1. 2; Pep Club - 1. Rebecca Louise Rouse: (Dec) Health Aword - 1: Spanish I Award - 1; NKU Art Day - 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students; Senior Superlative- Best Dressed; Beta Club — 2, 4; FHA — 1; Pep Club — 1; Art Club - 4, - Drama Club - 4: Prom Committee — 3; Band — 1. 2, 3, 4; Assis- tant Field Commander - 4. Lou Ellen Ryan: (Lou Ellen) Perfect Attendance - 1. 2; 1st Place in Region Deco Trophy (Gift Wrapping); Deco - 2; FBLA - 3. 4. Val Britton Shields: (Junior) 1st Place in State Beta Club Talent Show - 4; 1st Attendant Prom Court; Regional FBLA Talent Show - 3; DAR Good Citizen Award; Who's Who Among American High School Students; Yearbook Staff - 4: Drama Club - 4 (Treasurer - 4): Pep Club - 1. 2. 3. 4: Band - 1. 2. 3. 4; IA Club - 1. 2. 4: Student Council - 1. 2; Let- termen's Club — 2 3. 4: Beta Club — 3. 4; FBLA — 2. 3. 4; Stage- band - 3, 4; Freshmen Class Treasurer; Trock - 1. 2 3. 4: Basket- ball - 1. Ronald Kyle Sims: (Sims) Prom Court 3rd; Green Hand Award - 1. 2; Mr. Hustle — 1; V- School - 3. 4; FFA - 1. 2; Pep Club - 1. 2 3. 4: Basketball - 1. Sondro Dee Spencer: (Sondy) Civics Award - 1; Accounting I Aword - 3; Beta Club -2 3. 4; FBLA - 1. 2 3. 4 (FBLA Treasurer - 4); Pep Club - 1. 2; Yearbook Staff - 4; Girls Freshmen Basketball - 1; Varsity Girls Basketball Manager - 2 Barbara Lynn Thompson: (Dorb) FHA - 1. 2. 3. 4: Pep Club - 3. 4; FFA - 3; Art Club - 1. 4; IA Club - 4; Science Club - 4: Droma Club - 4. 45 Mike Kaelin Vicki Kromer Kim McLoney Amy Messmer David Michael Kim Noe Tracy Oliver Roger Paul Beth Plunkett Becky Race Jamie Rice Eddie Ring Allen Roberts Steve Rolond Ron Sims Lonce Robinson Rebecca Rouse Sandy Spencer Chris Rohrer Lou Ellen Ryan Barb Thompson Alan Roland Val Shields Kelly Walls 47 Senior Athletes Provided 1 .Jamie Rice: Cheerleader. Track. 2. Chris Rohrer: Track, Cross Country. 3. Lance Robinson: Daseboll. Basketboll 4. Terok Dilbeck: Basketball. 5. Kim Noe: Softball. Volleyball 6. Amy Harris: Basketball. Cross Coun- try. Track 7. Rhondo Elmore: Cheerleader. Soft- boll. Volleyball 8. Mark Clinkenbeord: Basketball Spark to Bearcat Machine 1. Doug Barker - Track 2. Virginia Diddle — Softball 0. Marty Connor - Baseball. Basketball 4. Val Shields - Track 5. Dean Curry — Baseball. Basketball 6. Ron Sims - Track 7. Dubby Beach — Baseball 6. Chip Goff - Baseball Senior Superlatives 1983 ▲ Best Personality: Mork Clinkenbeord ond Doro Boyer A ►Mr. ond Mrs. Walton Verona: Ronnie Beoch ond Rhondo Elmore A Best Dressed: Bloke Esienschmidt ond Rebecca Rouse ►Most School Spirit: Morfy Connor ond Jamie Rice 50 51 A A Amy Morris shows her talent ot the Christmas concert. A Chip Goff hos some trouble capturing the full attention of his 6th period English class. A Ron Sims, Rhonda Helton, and Doug Darker share on in-depth discussion on Shakespeare's Tragic Convention. ► Alan Roland prepares to go home after an icy day at school. 52 AM Chris Rohrer proudly occepts his honorary diploma from Wolf Ryan. ▲ Michelle Craddock, with the help of Becky Race, tries on her graduation gown. ◄ Kim Noe and Bubby Beach, under the direction of Dean Albers, prepare a culinary delight. 53 Busy Music-makers March All the Way to Washington ▲ (Dock) Jeff Taulbee, Amy Harris, Todd Porter, Dlake Eisenschmidt. Mr. James Palm, Terry Taylor, Karen Waller, Kim McLoney, Marty King. (2nd Dow) Doug Darker, Vol Shields. Sandy Pfansteil. Kevin Gallagher. Dean Curry. Eric Louter- wosser. Lauro Leake. (3rd Dow) Chris Rohrer. Dono Riegler, Rita Drown. Cheryl Smith. Derh Gray. Diana Durden. Marc Rolond. (4rh Dow) Kim Tyler. Doniro Dird. Feet continually pound against the pavement. Lips ore parched. Sweat drips from sun-burned faces. Dodies groan under the strain of lif- ting heavy weights. This may sound like an athletic team working out in the preseason. Dut it isn't. All of these things are commonplace on any given day of summer band comp which marks the beginning of the school year for band students. During camp, held at W-VHS under the watchful eyes of Mr. James Palm, band members learned marching techniques in the morn- ing and new music in the ofternoon. Dy the end of the week, students had begun to show what such hard work can do. A few weeks later with the opening of school students could be seen marching up and down Alto-Vista Drive preparing for the parade season. November began preparations for boll games and Christmas music. Following Christmas break students begin practice on music for their spr- ing concerts. It might seem as if during the yeor band students practiced music on- ly. but such wasn't the case. Music-makers hod many opportunities dur- ing 1962-60 to strut their stuff. The marching Dearcats participated in the Walton Old Fashion Day Parade'' in September and in the Festival of the Horse Parade'' in Georgetown where they were awarded 3rd place. During the basketball season the Pep band supported the Dearcat basketball team by playing at all of the home games and by travelling to the district tournament gome which ended the season. On December 19 the concert band performed Christmas selections along with the juniors and elementary bands. The junior and senior bonds ployed the same concert before the student body. The band's big spring project was a Junior Tours trip to Washington. D.C. in April. While in Washington the band performed several patriotic pieces on the capital steps, and spent three days sightseeing. On May 15. the band combined forces again in their annual spring concert. Finally, the year concluded with a Memorial Doy Parade'' in Walton. 54 — —— •• • ASenior Band Members: (Standing) Blake Eisenschmidt. Doug Darker. Dean Curry. Kevin Gallagher. Val Shields. (Sitting) Chris Rohrer. Amy Harris. Kim McLoney. ABond Council: (Standing) Todd Porter. Vice President; Kim McLoney. Reporter; Karen Waller. Secretary. (Sirring) Amy Harris. President. ▼ ◄Rebecca Rouse. Assistant Field Commander, leads the pep bond during a gome. ◄Amy Harris. Karen Waller. Kim McLoney. and Melanie Cummins ploy in the Pep Band. AFlag Squad: (Standing) Valerie Smith. Kelly Foley. (Kneeling) Shera Scroggins. Andra Cum- mins, Angie Duvall. Bearcat Band Marches on Washington The sound of feet pounding against the pavement, out of shape muscles straining, sweat dripping from sun-burned faces. It almost sounds like on athletic team's con- ditioning workout, doesn't it? It's not. however. All of these sights and sounds could be observed during a doy of summer bond comp, which is when the bond year begins. Under the direction of Mr. James Palm, students leorned marching techniques in the morning and new music in the after- noon. By the end of that week students had begun to show the benefits of some hard work. A few weeks later with the opening of school, students could be seen marching up and down Alta Vista Drive, preparing for the parade season. November began preparations for bollgame and Christmas music. Following Christmas breok students began practice for their spring concert music. It might seem os if being a band student on- ly means practicing musical pieces for a solid year. This isn't true. The students had many opportunities during 1982-63 to strut their stuff. The marching Bearcats participated in the Walton Old Fashion Doy Parade in September A (Standing) Jeonnine Vest, Jason Flerlage. Rodney Riegler, Rachel Owen. Robbie Brown. David Webster, Samantha Bailey. Dena Courtney, Angela Showolter. (Sirring) Marc Laurerwasser. Deanna McClane. Tonya Elmore. Phillip Lawrence. Dione Riegler. Kaye Tyler, April Tillery. (Kneeling) Kerry Cauthen. Gene Bowling, Mike Ross. and in the Festival of the Horse Parade'' in Georgetown. Kentucky, where they were awarded 3rd place for their efforts. During the basketball season the Pep band supported the Bearcat basketball team by playing at all of the home games and be traveling to the district tournament game. On December 19. the concert band performed Christmas selections along with the junior and elementory bands in the annual Christmas concert. The junior and senior bands played the same music before the student body the last day before Christmas vacation. The bond's big spring project was a Junior Tours trip to Washington. D.C. in April. While in Washington, the bond performed several patriotic pieces in concert on the Capital steps. They also spent 3 days seeing the various sights of the city. On May 15. the bands combined again for the annual Spring Concert. Finally, the year concluded for band students a week after school hod been dismissed with the Memorial Doy Parade in Walton. A louro Leoke and Rodney Riegler pioy In the Pep Bond ot o boll gome A+Sroge Bond (Sirring) Donita 3ird, Rita Brown, Marc Roland. (Standing) Melanie Cummins. Eric Laurerwasser. Karen Waller. Todd Porter. Laura Leoke, Vol Shields, Mr. Polm. and Dean Curry. ► David Webster and Robbie Brown perform during the Christmas Concert. ◄A Mary Lelton presents Mr. Palm with a participation award given to the bond while in Washington. D.C. A A The band plays in front of the Capital Building in Washington. D.C. ◄ Chris Rohrer. Laura Leake, and Doug Barker play during the Christmas concert. A Blake Eisenschmidt and Melonie Cummins perform with the band during graduation ceremony. 11-17 Lady 'Cats Improved Statistically With one of the best players in the region on his team. Coach Dob Coates was ready to make this rebuilding year a very successful one. ’It was a fairly successful year, even with our record of 11-17. We improved statistically In all categories. The only thing I feel that hurt us was the loss of starters Lori Waller and Melissa Cheesmon. due to leg injuries during the season.” commented Coach Coates. The key players this year consisted of M.V.P.. Amy Harris; Dest Rebounder and Most Improved Player Karen Waller. Other Key members were Donita Bird. Lori Waller, and Laurell Christy. Amy Harris lead the team with an average of 23 points a gome, over 3 steals per game, 2 assists per game, a free throw percentage of 61, and a field goal percentage of 40. The only cotegory Harris didn't lead in was rebounding. Karen Waller won this title with 6.5 rebounds per game. When asked about next year's loss of Amy Horris. Coach Coates said. ’’Los- ing Amy will definitely hurt us. because it means having to find a person who can average 23 points a game, as well as. handle the ball os well as Amy. Defensively and in rebounding, though, the team should be okay. ”lf we work as hard this summer as we did the last summer, we should be a very competitive team.” speculated Coach Coates. Tm counting on next year's senior. Melissa Cheesmon. along with the rest of the starters, to lead the team. Melissa has the experience ond the ability to be o good leader. She will definitely moke or break the team.” AA Amy Horris drives through a pack of Lady Pioneers for the score. A Coach Coates offers advice to his team during holf-time. A Amy Harris pulls up for the jump shot over S.K.'s Rita Eggleston. ► Amy Harris displays the form that made her the 2nd leading scorer in the region. ►► Donita Dird attempts to fly post a tough defender as Laurel Christy moves into position. 58 ▲ (Front) Beth Groy, Melisso Cheesmon. Condy Helton. Brenda Dilbeck. Liso Koelin. Shoron Moddox. Torino Block, Lourel Christy, Cooch Loyno Cheesmon. (Dock Row) Kim Pruitt, Penny Porsons. Donito Bird, Rita Brown. Lori Waller. Karen Waller, Amy Harris, Koren Sprecher. Lesley Noe. Cooch Bob Coates. A AM Koren Waller shoots for two points. A Liso Koelin ond Koren Waller listen ond rest during half time. A Lourel Christy ond Koren Waller work ogoinst o hard Simon Kenton defense. ◄ ◄ Amy Horris reaches for the tip. M Lourel Christy shoots over o tough Simon Kenton defender. 59 A Laurel Christy looks for on outlet poss. ▲ Karen Waller breaks to the pass to help out her teammate Laurel Christy. ► Lori Waller fries to tip the boll owoy from the defense. AA Karen Waller attempts to drive the lone for the score. All you hove to do ... is hove spirit Pep Club Comes Out and Fires Up Teams t t ▲ Pep Club Officers: (Standing, Middle) Lance Robinson. Secretary: Terak Dilbeck, Treasurer. Kim Noe. Vice President; Jamie Rice. President. Being in the Pep Club shows your desire to support the school. The most oustonding thing we hove done is sell spirit rib- bons. and sponsor pep buses to away basketball games. We hove 150-70 members and we ore one of the few clubs that allow 7th and 8th grade students to join. The Pep Club also spon- sors the school mascot.” Mrs. Whaley. Sponsor. 'All you have to do to be in the Pep Club is have spirit. It's a good organization that lets kids get involved in school. Jamie Rice. President. ”1 think everybody should participate in the Pep Club,” Kim Noe. Vice President. We are an organization built to get the students to come out and fire up the team.” Terak Dilbeck, Treasurer. “It's important to help keep up the school's spirit.” Carmen Groves. We have lots of spirit.” Robin Goff. The Pep Club is very important for us. especially during a close ball gome.” Coach Bob Eades. It's a fact that Pep Club makes the cheerleaders much more effective.” Nancy Ryan, cheerleading Sponsor. 61 27-8 Bearcats Back Again Making New Believers” If looked like the beginning of lean times for the Deorcots at the beginning of the 1982-63 season. Graduating seven players from lost year's 20-12 team hod to hurt the Deorcots' chonces of coming up with another winning season. Or so everyone thought. Dut the Deorcots were bock again, making new believers and reclaiming some old ones who hod doubted. An entirely new line-up provided new blood for the team whose chant was. We may be little, we may be small but we've got It all!'' The team finished the season with a record of 27-8. Among the victories were wins over such powers os Highlands. Compbell Co.. Newport. Doone Co., and Dordstown Dethlehem. We hod some great wins this year, but the All A' Classic was the greatest. We re awful proud of these kids,’’ commented Coach Dob Eades who has compiled a total of 105 wins at W-V in five years and was named Class A Coach of the Year for the third straight year. Eades added. When you win 27 games, when you see a team bust its tail like these kids have done, there's a rapport there between coach and player that's hard to explain.'' Lance Robinson and Mark Clinkenbeard set up the triangle as Collen Cheesman posts up inside. A Dean Curry pulls up for the fifteen footer. ► Collen Cheesman forces his way In- side for a lay-up. A (Standing) Coach Dob Eades. Mark Clinkenbeard, Dean Curry, Richard Dixon. Tom Luebbe, Scott Denton, Collen Cheesman, Terak Dilbeck, Coach Dob Messmer. (Sifting) Manager Kevin Flynn. Clin- ton Treadway. Lance Robinson. Kerry Dowlin, Marty Connor, Gory Williams. Dloke Eisenschmidt, Manager Mike Kaelin. 62 ◄◄ Concentration is written all over the face of Scott Denton os he shoots from the charity stripe. ◄ Callen Cheesmon stops for instruc- tions from Coach Eades. Marty Conner and Mark Clinkenbeard set up on defense. ▼ The Dearcats show their respect to the flog as they stand for the playing of the National Anthem. The look of concern is shored by Coach Eades and his son Drett. The team's good shooting and defense were aided by senior guard Mork Clinkenbeard and junior forward Callen Cheesmon. Clinkenbeard gathered 14.4 points per game along with 30 assists. He olso shot 76.4% from the free throw line. Cheesmon scored a team high 17.7 points per game while shooting 55.1% from the field and averaging 5.3 rebounds. Doth Mark and Callen were named to many all tournament teams throughout the season along with Terak Dilbeck. a leading rebounder (5.2 per game), who was nam- ed to the All A' Classic team. Cheesmon was voted Class A player of the yeor. Dilbeck was named All-Region Honorable Mention and Clinkenbeard earned All-Region honors. Unhappily, the 'Cots agoin had tough going in the 33rd District Tournament. They were stopped in the 33rd District Tournament by a Lloyd team that went all the way to the Regional finals. For the Dearcats there is always next year. These kids were our J.V. team last year and look what they did.'' Coach Eades is quick to point out. We've got a freshman center (Scott Denton) and Cheesmon to build on. along with this year's fine reserve team. We ll be bock.” How con you help but believe? 63 ▲ ▲ Morty Conner pulls down o rebound. AA The Beorcots prepore to crosh the boards. ► Wheels” Curry puts the boll bock up for two points. A Lonce Robinson goes up for two, while Dean Curry awaits the rebound. 64 WALTON-VERONA HIGH SCHOOL CONTENTS FEATURES 2 Seniors Look Ahead 20 Years Alumni Staff See W-V Changes 3 A Guide to 1983 Slang Coach of the Year Videoholics 4 1982-83 Fashion Trends Cy Athletic Injuries Bad Habits Hard to Break Excuses, Excuses, Excuses 9 Co-Op Offers Experience, Earning Studying — Just Another Brick Tom T. 7 W-V People They Call Him “Cool” Runs Likeable in Any Language Connor, Watson Make Discovery Billy Family A Beta Hit Seniors Share Superlative Dance Gary Munsie: Invisible Man 21 Years of June What are you Afraid of? Seniors Think About 20 Years in the Future President of the U.S. A novol commonder. A registered nurse. A former. A commerciol driver. Married. What all of these things have in common is that all of those are things I960 senior's project they will be or hope to be doing in twenty years. A wide variety of expectations and dreams were on the minds of seniors, but most listed marriage and children high on the list of things they expect or want for themselves in the coming years. Sandy Spencer said, I'll probably be married and have a family. According to Rhonda Elmore, In twenty years I'll be happily married and have a nice family. Also, Missy Brooks said, I'll probably be mar- ried with a couple of kids. Becky Race said, I would like to have a nice husband and have two children. Although most agree on marrige, the career outlook for most was widely varied. According to Val Shields, Someday I hope to be President of the U.S. Michelle Craddock said, In twenty years. I'll be deeply involv- ed in my career as a Dental Technician. Amy Harris, said, In twenty years I hope to be an established or- thopedic doctor. Chuck Bell said, In twenty years I will either be a Naval Commander or I'll own my own printing company. Kim Noe said, I want to be a suc- cessful career woman in the field of radiologic technology. Dean Courtney said, I would like to be a commercial driver. According to Dave Michaels, In twenty years I'll be a farmer. Whatever the career, most agreed, though, that making money was a main priority. Chuck Bell expressed it best when he said, I want to be making more money by then that I can handle. Not surprisingly several seniors indicated that neither careers nor money were high priorities for them. Many said to be happy or to have a good time were their goals for the next twenty years. One senior said, I plan to do as little as possible and let somebody else take care of me. Another indicated realistically, I really can't say what I might be doing. I usually take things as they come and good or bad I'll handle whatever comes. Yet another senior laughed, then turned suddenly serious as he muttered, I'll probably be dead. - Mark Clinkenbeard Alumni Staff See Positive Side of Changes in W-VHS Over the Years ‘ I always thought It would be nice to come back home and work where I once went to school.'' explained Superintendent of Wolfon-Verona High School. John Grubbs. He was describing a sentiment common among the six W-VHS alumni currently employed by the system. ’ The building, replied Mrs. Kemper, ’has drastically changed. Mr. Grubbs agreed that ’’the building Is a lot nicer and more modern.” Also, when Mr. Grubbs was a student, the only business classes offered were typing and shorthand. At that time there wasn't any art. home economics, agriculture, or In- dustrial arts. Colleen Shields agreed that electives were rare when she went to school. ’’In those days they told you what to take. Everyone had to take geometry to graduate, and the only choice we had was between Spanish and Geography. V-school was nonexistent when Mr. Grubbs was a student. ’’It is really an addition to the school system because students are more inclined to learn in the vocational areas. ”1 wish I had had the opportunity kids hove today. confessed Dob Messmer. ’Everything has really improved.' Track, golf, girls' basketball and volleyball weren't offered when I was a student. said Mr. Messmer. ’’Fewer students were involved in sports. Dasketball and baseball were really the only sports at that time. explained Mr. Grubbs. When Mrs. Shields was a student at W-V. ’all boys who were physically fit were on the basketball team because the school was small. Everybody felt that they were a part of everything because they felt like they had to participate. Almost everything has changed except reading, writing, and arithmetic, states Mrs. Kemper. We still teach that. ’Also, Mr. Grubbs said. When I went to school the lunches were basicolly a choice between soup and sandwiches. Of discipline. Miss Layno Cheesman said, Things turn o little smoother. Out with kids.' she laughed, ’everything always seems chaotic. Demerits were a common thing when Mr. Grubbs went to school. So many demerits were so many hours after school. Students now abide by the handbook: but students hod no written code to go by 20 or 30 years ago. At that time it was what the principal liked and disliked. Mr. Grubbs smiled. , , . . Mrs. Debbie Wilson (Lamb) explained. We keep up to dare with other schools now more than we used to as the community is growing. More kids are going to college than before, too, which is good. Miss Cheesman proudly admits. W-V was then and still is the best school in the orea. - Maria Amodeo 2 1983 SLMGU G€ GUIDG The following is o guide to the slang currently in vogue In 1982-60. COPACETIC - O.K. HANGIN'? - Are you coping ? (The answer is an emphatic Hongln'l ). FER SHER! — yes; o.k.; all right. GEEK. DORK. NERD - o weird person. GAG ME WITH A SPOON! — said when something is disgusting (also Groddy to the max. ). BOMB CITY! - expression of dislike or disgust. WAKE HIM HER UP!, GET REALI — said to someone who says something strange, unbelievable or surprising. DEAD MEAT — modern version of dead duck. SMOKIN' - going fast or wiped out. BOGUS - bad. similar to gross. GET A JOB! — Oh come off it! BAG YOUR FACE! — get out of here! FOX — good looking girl boy. SMURF - ((verb form Smurf in or Smurfed) can mean anything; an all-purpose word. P-LEEEASE — (drawn out to 3 syllables) Oh. come on! or os sign of dislike or irritation, (also Spare Mel ) FIRED UP - 1st word rhymes with barred) excited or com- mited physical violence. TAP YOU HIM THEM OUT - To Knock unconscious. SCUZZY — dirty; disgusting, gross. JUMP BACK. JACK! — expression of amazement (similar to You ain't all that! ) — Trish Robinson Bob Eades Is Everybody's Coach of the Year When pre-season polls came out at the beginning of the school term, the Bear- cat Boys' Varsity was placed near the bottom of the Regional list. According to most experts and critics the Bearcats lacked both height and experience. The record shows that Coach Eades put together a team that shocked the area and shamed the critics. They put aside the lack of height and the almost complete lack of Varsity experience and continued the Eades tradition of winning. If is for this reason that he has been chosen The Kentucky Post's Northern Kentucky Coach of the Year as well os being named Class A Coach of the Year for the third straight year. Our kids worked awfully hard, just like the ones in the post, said the Walton-Verono head coach. They molded together to play fight defense and smart offense. In each of the last three seasons, his Bearcats have won 20 or more games to compile a 74-27 overall record. The success of the last three seasons Coach Eades at- tributes to a summer league program he established of the school. In this league, the Bearcat squad goes up against not only returning high school players, but graduates and col- lege players. Our players get knocked around pretty much, but they grow up pretty quick, said Eades referring to the summer league. The lessons learned during the summer league combined with the rigorous practices of the regular season, all under the watchful eye of Coach Eades, are the ingredients of a winning season. — Dean Curry Hi!!=!IN!li != y==y== = Iejel =y=|= ! V ni| In Walton's Bearcat Den, and Boone Inn and in Tilt at Florence Moll not to mention almost every restaurant, shop- ping moll and carry-out store in America the cosmic sounds of interstellar combat, of little yellow creatues devoring swooping ghosts, and a number of other unearthly noises can be heard. From atari-asteroids have come Centipede. Pac Man, Space Invaders. Defender, and a seemingly endless progres- sion of other games. For most kids, video gomes are just a pastime, but for others if can easily be termed on addiction. Of W-VHS students polled, the average time per week spent playing video games was about four to five hours. The amount of money spent on the overage was about $5 per week. Two people asked, responded that they spent an estimated ten or more hours per week playing the games. The favorite games listed, aside from the perennial favorites Pac Man. Defender, Donkey Kong, Centipede, and Asteroids, were Tron, Joust. Q’Berf, Tempest, and the most often mentioned. Dig-Dug. I really like Dig-Dug and Q Berf best because they're not as monotonous as the others like Pac Man,'' accoring to Kerry Caufhen. Julie Brown and Tommy Gilliam agreed that Super Pac Man and Centipede were their favorites. I just love shooting that little centipede. Tommy added. It really relieves tension playing those games. Laura Leoke. who said that she played games about once a month at Chuck E. Cheeses, claimed, they really help you to develop eye-hand coordination. But that's not why I play them. I figure I waste about S5-S7 a week on games. At night sometimes when I don't have homework, I walk up to the Den and play, Daryl Johnson said. I usually ploy before a movie to waste some time, Chris Rohrer said. But I don’t really spend a lot of money playing. Not all W-V students asked were enthused about playing the games. I really don't care that much about playing video gomes, Donita Bird said. To me, it's like sitting in front of the T.V. It's boring. I like real sports. Sitting in a dark room in front of a T.V. is not my idea of fun. With full animation and advances in sound coming soon and 3-D visuals just around the corner, there is much to keep videoholics interested and non-videonauts tempted. What may be just over the horizon is anyone's guess. — Roger Paul 3 Fashion Trends Determine What to Wear at W-V in '83 •i£« Fashion is the way a person dresses, the styles, daring to be different,” says Carmen Groves, a junior at Walfon-Verona High School. Teenagers view fashions os everything from new clothes to models such os Drooke Shields.” Everyone has o different opinion of fashion. Some feel fashions ore the new styles,” pizzaz”, lots of money”, and different ways to dress.” Fashions ot Wolton-Verona during 1982-1953 varied widely. Most people surveyed agreed that jeans ore W-V's ever-populor fashion. Lee's, Levi's, Colvin Klein, Jordoche, Gloria Vanderbilt, and Dill Glass, os well os less sophisticated, more practical variations con be seen milling around the holls. The most popular of all these jeans ore Lees ond Levis. Many students wear Lee's because they seem to be the foshion around W-VHS.” When osked whot the first thing that popped into their head when someone said jeans, most of the mole populus surveyed soid, girls in tight-fitting jeans.” No fashion wear would be complete unless the well-dressed student wore Nike's or Converse, cowboy boots or Dexter's. Many people wear Nike's or Con- verse because they fit well,” or because they ore comfortable.” Cowboys boots seem to be o must of W-V because almost everyone has a pair. Dubby Deach soys, I like boots because they moke me toller.” Some peo- ple such os Dart Noe wears Dexter's because, they give me the preppy look.” To top the outfit off one would hove to wear on Izod or a Hunt Club polo shirt, occoring to W-V students polled. T-shirts seem to be a fashion that never goes out of style no matter whot fods come along. T-shirts seen oround school soid, a variety of things such os. Desome Yo hoblo Esponol ' C'Kiss me. I speok Spanish), Everybody is entitled to my opinion” and I don't get mod, I get even.” Class t-shirts remain very popular. The post couple of years hove seen o foshion shift caused by basketball players. They hove been trend-setters by introducing ties with blue jeons. A growing number of mole W-V students hove adopted this trend. It seems another sports related trend ore the blue ond white Walfon-Verona jackets with lost nomes on the bock ond the fomilior script Beorcors on the front. Decause the communities of Walton-Verona ore rural ond moinly forming communities, many kids wear the obligatory hots to school ond other students hove caught on to the trend. Sweaters hung oround the shoulders ond tied in front and button-down shirts hove grown more populor in the lost couple of years. Recently, o few mini skirts were introduced into the Walton-Verona fashion scene along with leg-wormers. — Jamie Doker, Melisso Cheesmon. Kim Noe Athletic Injuries No Real Problem? Five minutes before the bell, two people on crutches hob- ble down the hall, in order to avoid class-changing traffic. In one class three people sit with casts propped on neighboring desks. These ore just a port of what some see os a rather alarm- ing rise in the number of injuries-especially athlete-related ones-at W-VHS in 1982-60. That many of the injuries ore sports related and serious in nature, has been of concern to coaches and athletes alike. Melissa Cheesman despondently said. My knee injury was a result of a hard knockdown in a gome against Williomsfown. She added grimly, I might not make it back for the rest of the season. Melissa did indeed come bock against the wishes of her doctor and with her knee encosed in a heavy brace. She later reinjured it and underwent surgery in the spring, as did Jimmy Stephenson for a similar injury. At least five other athletes were either knocked out of ac- tion for a short time or hampered some way by their injury. The coaches are concerned, though, especially those af- fecting players on their teams. Mr. Dob Coates, girls' basketball coach, was plagued more by injuries than any other coach. He said, I guess it's just fate. I've stressed stretching well in practice, so it's not anything muscle related. I guess it's just bod luck. Assistant girls coach, Ms. Layna Cheesman said, We've had more injuries here at W-VHS this year than they had all my years at Oneida School. After talking about some of the injuries Ms. Cheesman added, I've even had a statistician fall on the bleachers and skin her knee. It's pretty bad when even you statistician is injured. Dut Head Coach Dob Eodes disagrees that there are more injuries than usual. I don't think we have a great number of injuries. If just seems that way because we're a small school and everyone knows when someone is injured. In a bigger school you don’t notice it so much. Mr. Dob Messmer, assistant boys coach agrees, I don't think the number and seriousness of the injuries are that great this year. I can remember four years ago when we had several people walking around with broken wrists and orms from the trampoline. Nancy Ryan, cheerleading sponsor, said, The injuries this year are nor uncommon in number and are not above average in comparison to years past. Opinions on why these accidents happen varies, depen- ding upon who is asked. Dut perhaps injuries are just a fact of sports life. - Marc Roland Habits Are Hard to Break - But Why Try? It makes chills run down my spine every time I think about if, says Jamie Rice about people who grind their teeth, but the same can be said about many bad habits we all have that annoy others. Some of the most common habits some students report ore biting fingernails and tapping on desks, or laughing. One habit all basketball players seem to have is pulling at their shorts, playing with their socks and rubbing the bot- toms of their shoes, according to Pam Losey. One habit Michelle Craddock soys she has is, Every mor- ning before school I always fry on five or six outfits of clothes. I never can decide what to wear.” Senior Missy Drooks said that she also has an odd morning habit. I can't make it in the morning if I don't have my glass of Coke. Laughter was a problem shared by several Walfon- Verona students. When I kiss a guy, I laugh. If puts me in a lot of awkward positions. It's just something I can't help. one sophomore student said. Varsity cheerleader Carmen Groves said, Everyfime they play the Notional Anthem I crack upl Another unusual pre-gome habit was shared by another Varsity boskefboll player. Junior Callen Cheesman. When they play the National Anthem I count 21 stars and I pray on the 21st star on the flag.” Why the 2lsf?, Decause my number is 21. I also like to listen to the last 2 tracks of Rocky before every game to get me stirred up. Callen also confessed that I hove a cherry sucker and a grape bubble gum before the games. It's just something I do. Jr. High student Theresa Dayer says, Every time a teacher calls on me I play with my earring. Another Jr. High student Jeannine Vest has on odd habit of Not looking at someone when I talk to a person. I look away. Probably habits and mannerisms ore as individual as we all are. Dut that's what makes us unique. — Sandy Spencer O EXCUSES, EXCUSES, EXCUSES! No matter if it's missing school or not doing homework, there is always an excuse for everything. The majority of the excuses we receive for missing school are illnesses. explained Assistant Principal Ernest Hahn. “Every once in a while we get a real crazy one, said Mr. Hahn. “Once a boys said that he had to stay home with his epileptic dog. According to the teachers at W-VHS, there ore many ex- cuses for not doing homework, os well as not coming to school. “I remember a girl who told me that her cat wet on her homework and another boy who told me he was late for class because he was chasing a pig, Mr. Copek said. Mr. Gayle. Jr. High English teacher, said, “Once a boy fold me that he was doing his homework and hod to stop to change his little sister's diaper, and when he changed it, its contents leaked out onto his homework paper. Some students have favorite stock excuse they use often. Russell Drumley said, An excuse I used a few times was that my homework was In my back pocket while I was moving the lawn. It fell out and I ran over it. Sophomore Valerie Smith explains, I often say that I lost it. forgot to do it, my mom threw if away, or I left it in my other pants pocket. A common excuse that I've often used, according to Donnie Simpson, is that the cows got out and I spent all evening chasing them and had no time to do my homework. A novel excuse does not guarantee that the bearer will truly be excused, but most people agree they're a lot more fun than saying simply, I was sick. - Shero Scroggins a Studying: Just Another Brick in the Wall Despite an ever-widening array of activities available to them, some students do budget enough time for schoolwork, and it seems that each student has his own methods for completing the job of studying. __ Kelly Foley explains that she and some of her fellow freshmen review material by asking each other ques- tions over the phone. She also says, We make out tests and then try to answer the questions on them. Other students agree that it's better to have a study partner. Roger Williams said that he likes to, have a friend come over, when he crams for tests. On the other hand Connie Romus, likes to study by herself. It's best to shut yourself off from everything else so that you can concentrate on the subject. she states. Maria Amodeo also believes that she studies best in solitude. I get all the materials that I will need and I sur- round myself with them and my cot. I ask him questions (Duf he doesn't answer). Then, I must have total silence until I review all of the material. She laughed when she added that she fells her dad to go in his room and he can't turn on his radio. I go in my room and join the stereo when I review! and Chris Rohrer concurs that the best way to study is during the commercials on T.V. Sandy Pfansteil also requires noise when she studies. I sit down and turn on the radio and (or) the T.V. then, I get some chips and a soft drink and lay them out in front of me - It just won't sink in unless I have food. Other students also have things that they do when stu- dying. Tim Brooks says. I sleep on it!” and Amy Lyons reports that she studies with her cat in the room — for good luck. Timmy Flynn commented, I try to find fun things about what I'm studying and remember those. Another students claims that she makes up rhymes and songs to remember important facts. One sophomore's approach to studying involves a tape recorder. Eric Lauferwasser explains I moke up questions and tape them. Then, I play back the tape and answer the questions. Many students report that they study by making a guide or by memorizing, while others cram notes. However, perhaps not surprisingly, the greatest number of students said that they don't study at all. I don't study unless it's dire necessity, like I.R. Then I cram, commented Rick Butler. Many others said I don't really have to. What's the difference? or variations on that theme. History teacher, Dan Hildebrand feels that some students don't like to let on how much they study. I think many are really studying but don’t wont to admit it to their peers. The student's dilemma of balancing activities and schoolwork and finding effective ways to study was pro- bably summed up best by a junior who said, You do it (study) whenever you have time, but it seems like there's not that much time any more. — Todd Porter 6 W-V People Selected os Famous Recipe Stars of the Weeks during 1982-83 were More Clinkenbeord. Co lien Cheesmon. Amy Harris. and Lori Waller. ► Jomie Doker ond Melanie Cum- mins captured first place honors In FFA Regional public speaking and music competition, respectively. Todd Porter was the school winner in the Voice of Democracy Speech competition ond finished second in area judging. In state Beta Club competition Melanie Cummins won 3rd place in Sketching. Thomas Campbell won 1st place in Woodworking, ond Amy Dutler took 2nd place in Ceramics. Robin Goff was elected FBLA Region Four Reporter for 1982-83. ► Lori Waller was State champion in the shot-put with o throw of 35-9. Dliey Call Mim Stephanie Messer won the school ond Regional free-throw champion- ship. She went on to take 2nd place in the Eost-West state finals In Cynthiona. Jomie Doker was elected os Regional FHA Recreation Director for 1982-43. In FBLA State competition Roger Paul took fourth place in the Mr. FBLA competition, Deth Pluncket took fourth place in Typing II. More Roland was selected for Boys' State at Eastern Ky. University in June, 1983. Rebecca Rouse. Kim Wotton. Roger Paul. Morio Amodeo. and Jomie Doker attended a drama workshop at Thomas More College in September. Chip Goff. Ron Sims, and Pete Geise won their respective divisions in the annual arm wrestling tournament at the Boone Co. Vocational School. ► Vol Shields was the 1983 winner of the D.A.R. Good Citizen Award. Todd Porter was selected as part of the Governor's Scholars Program and also to participate in the Golden 100 Program along with Morio Amodeo. More Roland was selected as a semi-finollst in that program. Mr. Charles Reynolds, better known by many W-V students os 'Cool ', has the chips flying ond the sawdust pil- ing high in the Wolton-Verona shop this year. As a measure of his popularity, some kids were crushed and wore long faces for a month when they learned they wouldn’t be able to take one of his classes. Who is this man, who mokes shop so desirable? He was born in Richwood, Kentucky in Boone County. Later, his family moved to Grant County. He graduated from Eastern Kentucky University ond attended Northern Ken- tucky University. He has several years teaching experience. He is married ond has one son. Mr. Reynolds, it's generally agreed, has a pleasant per- sonality ond is olwoys cheerful, except, os he says, when he has to coach basketball. I didn't know coaching would be such a big deal, when I accepted the teaching position at Walton-Verono. Mr. Reynolds is a good softball ployer ond a rabid football fan. His shop, as one would expect, is well equipped with most of the necessary power ond hand tools. The shop is Mr. Reynolds' second home. There is no place I would rather be thon in a wood shop. I can forget the outside world ond become engrossed in making something with my hands. — Val Shields Chris Rohrer: Likeable in Any Language The tall, blue eyed boy leaned against the wall os he answered each question in his natural German accent. Dressed in blue jeans and a sweat shirt his voice echoed through the early morning stillness. It's just a new experience, a new side of life and I con learn English, said Chris when asked why he wonted to become an exchange student. And it's a great opportunity that they offer you here, just to live a year here. You don't have to pay anything and it's fun to go to school here. replied Chris with his arms crossed over his chest and a characteristic shy smile fleeting across his face. When asked what the major problem he has had while here Chris laughed and said, I haven't had a problem, well. I didn't understand the language in the beginning, but that was all. Chris still totes a yellow English-German dic- tionary which he consults often in and out of class. It's hard to say. was his response to what he likes the best about staying here in the U.S. Chris spends his spare time going to the movies, going to ballgames, and playing sports. He was a member of the cross-country team and track team. Chris holds the record for his age group for the high jump and long jump in his German track club. Desides English and German. Chris speaks French and Latin. He likes to go swimming, skiing, mountain climbing and playing the guitar. As for the american way of life. Chris rolled up his sleeves and shrugged, Yeah, I like the American way of life, but there is really not that big of a difference. Americans watch more T.V. than we do. The sports are a little different. We play more soccer and we do a lot more bicycle riding. School hod been an enjoyable part of his American ex- perience. Chris said, I like that they hove stuff like band and school sports and that you don't have to join a private club (to play a sport) like you do in Germany. But it's a lot stricter here. If you talk in class over here you get detention or the teachers get mad at you. School is harder in Germany. We have to fake eleven subjects a week, ond we can't take classes like bond or typ- ing or something like that. Chris was born in Subingen, West Germany, but now his family lives in Stutgart. He once lived in Texas for 2 years when he was very young. His father is a college professor and he has one sister. My parents supported me. I mean if was my idea to come over here. They probably would have liked it if I stayed home, but when they knew I wanted to go, they supported me. Homesickness has never been a problem. I never really wanted to go home. I like it over here. There is not as much pollution here and there is more country around you here. In Germany you would just live in a big city. Being the son of a college professor, Chris' future plans include college. I'll fake math In college. I'll come back here at least one year and go to college. I don't know if I'll come to Kentucky, but I will come to America. Because if does not cost anything to go to college In Ger- many, Chris said, I'll try to get a scholarship from Ger- many that they pay me to go to college over here. As Chris turns and heads down the hall, a noisy, giggl- ing group of 7fh grade girls trail along behind him. Each grabs on arm as Chris flashes his characteristic crooked smile. - Trisha Robinson. Marty Connor and Gale Watson Make Great Discovery If you enjoy lights, action, enthusiasm, and good music you'll enjoy Discoveryl Discovery is a band that was formed by Tim Behne ond Todd Martin, two Boone Co. High School students, who later added W-V's Marty Connor and Gale Wat- son as lead singer and drummer. One of the best things about Discovery is being in the spotlight and meeting new people,'' said Marty Connor. Gale added. Nobody knows what it feels like to get up in front of a crowd unless they've done it. It's just Great! Both Marty and Gale feel that Discovery's future looks good, especially considering their original song, Let Me Be Your Fantasy. The band had five original songs so far and hope to add more to their repetoire. Discovery plays at parties ond dances and anywhere people like to hear good music,” according to the standard group line. As Gale soys. We just love to show our stuff! - Jamie Baker 8 Co-op Program Offers Wide Hrray of Experience, Opportunity, and Earning How do ten people, with Mrs. Duvall's approval, get out of fifth and sixth period each day? The easiest way is to be enrolled in the Co-op Program sponsored by the Walton-Verono High School Business Department. According to Mrs. Duvall. The only problem is the way the job market is today. It's hord for the kids to find jobs and when they do. we don't know how long they'll have them. There ore two main requirements for being able to Co-op. One is to be a senior and the other is to be enrolled in business classes. The job itself must be located somewhere in Northern Kentucky and must in- volve business-related work, such as typing, filing, filling out accoun- ting. or other business reports. I decided to Co-op to get the experience and training that I can't get In theclassroom.'' stated Dora Bayer who is presently employed at Florence Bookkeepingond Tax Service Inc. There ore a wide variety of jobs that other Co-op students do. For in- stance. Missy Brooks does secretarial work for John Pierce, a Florence in- surance salesman. Kevin Gollager works as a stock clerk at Walton I.G.A. and Jamie Rice heads the night shift at Children's Warehouse in Florence. According to Sandy Spencer, who works at S 0 H Contractors The Co- op program is work and fun. a good learning experience. - Susie Hopperton Tom T.: Hangin's His Hobby, Fiddlin's His Forte Hang! That's a familiar sound echoing through the halls of Walton-Verono the post three years. It's the well-known drawl of custodian, Tom Taylor. Tom hails from Pellyton, Kentucky near Columbia. According to T . as he's known by most, the origin of the hang expression comes from a simple saying, Are you hangin' tough? It's gotten shorter as a time went by. Mr. Taylor says it really started when he was a custodian at Dixie Heights High School. I used to say it at all the bollgames. and before you know it, the whole school was saying it. Tom has many hobbies, but music is his favorite, and fiddling is his forte. I just gotta play that music. I ploy In all kinds of festivals and contests. Tom won first place In a fiddling contest at the Spiral Stakes at Latonia Race Track. Although Tom works doily at W-VHS. he doesn't fire of his work. Oh. yeah. I wear down, but I know it has to be done, and I don't mind. About the students at W-VHS, Tom says, Hey, they're greatl Nobody like these people, they really know how to hang . Students come and go. but most graduates of Wolton-Verona leave with one particular shared memory: the gufteral Hang! echoing down on afternoon hallway. In a word, he's copocetic. - Terak Dllbeck 9 YAH«§I BETA � BILLY FAMILY � A HIT! What do an old deaf woman, o German hillbilly, a bootlegg- ing mountain man, a backwoods sheriff, and a country cousin have in common? They're all members of the award winning Billy Fomily, os portrayed by Jamie Baker. Chris Rohrer. Val Shields. Marc Roland, and Missy Brooks. The Billy's were the winners of the Ky. State Beta Convention Talent Show held in Lexington on December 3. 1982. The act began as, through a maze of laughter and cheers. Jamie (Granny Billy), Val (Billy Bob), and Missy (Billy Sue), walked on the stage wearing their hillbilly best. The nervous feelings of the family were apparent due to the fact that Chris (Billy Hons) remained in the audience. Billy Bob, trying to get Billy Hons on stage, yelled out. ”1 done fold you to get up here.'' And Billy Hans, in his German-Hillbilly accent, yells back. ”1 done said. No! With Billy Hans finally on stage, the oudience was introduced to the Billy Family's close friend, the jug.” But before Billy Bob could even take a swallow. Marc Roland screamed from the audience, Freeze if right there, this is Roscoe P. Coaltrain, and you lugnufs is under arrest. After a great deal of foolery, the Billy Family escaped from Roscoe and got ready to sing the classic. Good Ole Mountain Dew. The Billy Family's coreer, however, does not end there. On June 16, 17, and 18, they will compete in the National Beta Club Talent Show held in Atlanta, Ga. How will they do there? Ms. Dykes, Beta Club sponsor, answered proudly, There's no doubt in my mind: they're go- ing to win! — Dean Curry Senior5 Share Superlative 2) inner- 2) ance The 1983 Senior Superlatives were announced at the Senior Dinner Dance which was held on November 12, 1982. in the high school gymnasium. In her welcoming address to her senior classmates. Class President, Rhonda Elmore said. This is one of our last times together, let's make it a good year.' The evening was full of fun with D. J. Joe Kelley who also filled the cafeteria with music. Along with the music and dancing, the seniors and their dotes enjoyed an Italian meal. Mr. Capek announced the following Senior Superlatives voted on by the Senior class members: Best Looking, Chris Rohrer and Kim Noe,- Best Dressed, Blake Eisenschmidt and Rebecca Rouse; Most School Spirit, Mar- ty Connor and Jamie Rice,- Most Likely to Succeed. Rick Butler and Kim McLoney; Class Cut-ups. Terak Dilbeck and Virginia Biddle; Mr. and Miss Walfon-Verona. Bubby Beach and Rhonda Elmore; Best Personality, Mark Clinkenbeard and Dora Bayer; Most Athletic. Amy Harris and Daryl Johnson (Sr. Superlative pictured on pp. 50-51). — Marc Roland. Melissa Cheesman couslnoise fljrjnefal doprs is one of. those sounds; of h| BM (like biJWnging) r|Sot t Omes permanently etched) in jfremory. l| j Between classes everyday, ,1 nd of approximately 150. locker 1 simultaneously slamming 1$ a on racket. These are W-V sfu j lockers, the receptacles (of ■ s. coats and other assortjed ! that are on essential port off a 1 nt's doy. e people keep their lockers I and clean, while others pile | heir lockers with all sorts I of phanolia. such as notebooks rs. closs projects, and omej rials, until the end of the I year when a general clebri akes the upstoirs hall look like after-math of on unnatural ter. ny people keep more than and Sh t just books in their lockers. Some students are known to keep donuts, chocolate milk. Twinkles, soft drinks and a wide vgriety of other gourmet foods stqfhed awoy. Some of the students also like to decorate their lockers by putting up posters of their favorite actors, singers, or rock groups inside their locker doors. Some of the more popular pin-ups include pictures of Tom Seleck. Cheryl Teigs, and Bo Derek. Still others decorate with album covers of such groups as Rush. Molly Hatchet. Beatles. and tapes ilso Inhabit necessary, hones fori — l s,en- Senior Mike Hone his sometime store house for vorioui and The favorite lo mechanics student at County Vocational. Mike |ace -tools of the trade ond [here until they cqp pe frecTTo V. School. At iqe te had a four barfed cy- which he bought frorr o fellow-student, in his locker ond had “got some weird looks from people passing by during class changes. Oddly, not rnony students at W-V keep locks on their lockers. An in- formed count revealed only 7 of the 100 or moro in the upstairs hall. Perhaps this is due to the fact that as one student commented. Who wonts to steal this stuff? Senior Alon Rolond reflected the opinion of many of the other students when he shrugged, “I trust people. - Tony Fish Driving, a Hard Bargain 6:00 a.m. every morning on school days a wild ond sometimes weird procession begins Into the bock lot of the high school. Students roll in everything from Trans-Ams to V-W's to jeeps. In some cases the vehicles belong to Mom ond Dad ond in others to the driver himself. A group of student drivers polled only Vs drove their parents' cars. The other a drove their own cors. But out of these only 00% paid for the car themselves. There is a wide range of vehicles driven to school each doy. Students drive Mustangs. Citations. Volkswogons. trucks. Camaros, ond family cars. Students drive to school for many different reasons. Senior Bubby Beach soys. I hove a car. why not drive it? Other students soy that driving to school, makes you feel older. ond you don't have to worry about missing the bus.” Senior Sandy Spencer said. If I didn't drive to school. I wouldn't be oble to go to work In the afternoon. I don't have any choice. Still others claim that being free of the bus, Mokes me feel like I'm on my own without anybody telling me what to do. The l-do-not-like-riding-the-bus syndrome seems to be the major reason for desiring a cor. Younger students who cannot drive to school yet soy. I can't wait to get my license, or I think driving to school would be great.” Of course, they haven't encountered such road hazards os the high price of insurance, gas ond other cor needs that take some of the glamour out of driving. — Mark Clinkenbeard 11 Amy Harris Runs! Amy Horris, the Lody Deorcots' All-Star forward finishes her long and spectacular career In a Walton-Verona uniform in 1980. With her go many records, awords, ond six years of experience and leadership. Amy had many great seasons, but her last was definitely her best. She led her young and inexperienced team through the season with a 23 points per gome overage. She was second in the Region in scoring and hod a geme high of 40 points against Grant County. Amy olso averoged 8.5 rebounds per gome with a season high of 19 against Ludlow. She also averaged over three steals ond two assists per game, while twice dishing off eight assists. One of the more amazing facts about Amy's career is that she has been starting since the eighth grade. She hod to learn to deal with pressure early. But pressure doesn't bother Amy a bit. I've been the one to look for the lost two years, so I'm more or less used to the pressure. I don't mind it ot all. As a matter of fact. I like it. Besides being named Most Valuable Player her lost two years, she olso received the Famous Recipe Stor of the Week award twice in her basketball career. She has also been nomed Honoroble Mention All-State by the Louisville Courier Journal. Amy has received numerous awards for her quickness in sprints. She was nomed Most Valuable Runner for the Ludlow ond Bellevue Invitational Track Meets os a Freshmon ond a Junior. She was also nomed All-Region ond All-State due to the fact thot she was undefeated in the regular season meets as a Junior. Ms. Harris also ran for 6 years in the Girls’ Cross-Country team. She was olso a member of the squad thot won the Regional in 1978 and was Runner-up in 1979. She competed ot the State Meet in Lex- ington for 0 yeors. Amy Harris' lost gome in a Walton-Verona Lady Bearcats uniform was a typical game for her. She led the girls' team with 29 points, while pulling down 7 rebounds. Number 11. the All-Star forward, will definitely be missed. — Dean Curry tilft© BmwB Like the invisible man in the movies. Mr. Gory Munsie is rarely seen, but his influence is felt on a regular basis by all of us. Mr. Munsie's official title is Director of Pupil Personnel but that is only a small part of all that he does. My main job os D.P.P. is to work on attendance,' said Mr. Mun- sie as he sat behind his desk in his cluttered office located in the Ad- ministration Building. One of Mr. Munsie's duties is to keep the students' attendance records, and If there is a problem I try to find out why they are not In school and. if possible, eliminate the problem. Now we are on a computer system, which helps me keep atten- dance. And throughout the year I hove to certify reports to the state on how our attendance is going along ond make a big report ot the end of the year. Mr. Munsie is also what is commonly known as the Truant Officer. If we have a problem with students under 16 who ore chronic skip- pers, I take them to court. I am the school official that signs the truants into court and has something done with them, he sold, admitting that he does not like to do thot. But Mr. Munsie is involved in many other things within the school system. He is coordinator of the special education program, and the Title I Reading ond the V-School programs. He is also the Athletic Director. When asked what he likes best about his job. Mr. Munsie thought it over a minute and said. I have a variety of responsibilities ond get to work on different things and not work on the same thing day In and day out. I like thot because it gives me the opportunity to be involved with so many things. Accordingly, when asked what he disliked his job, Mr. Munsie said, Because there are so many jobs. I don’t feel thot I have enough time to work on any one program enough to do justice to if. Mr. Munsie has been with the school system for ten years. The first five years he was the Principal and the last five he has spent os D.P.P. Before coming to Walton-Verona Mr. Munsie was assistant principal at Turkeyfoot Jr. High School ond before that he taught for four years ot Bromley Elementary ond at Turkeyfoot. In answer to what he likes to do in his spare time Mr. Munsie sigh- ed and said, Rest! But he quickly added that he likes to read, follow his kids in sports and work in church activities. Since he is so involved in sports here at W-V, I asked Mr. Munsie if he took part in any sports activities himself. He shook his head and said, Not right now. but In the winter I ploy a little church basket- ball and in the summer some softball. Mr. Munsie is one school official whom we hardly ever see. But. who would imagine all of the duties and activities he oversees that affect our day to day school lives? — Trisha Robinson Recreation - Intramural Program Provides Fun 'V The Intramural program at W-V is composed of two separate pro- grams . the Intramural League and the Recreation program. The Intramural League is for Jr.-Hi School boys who are interested in Improving their basketball skills. The League starts In December and runs through February. The recreation program is designed to expose kids to different types of recreation. It goes from September to March and is open to anyone in the school. The purpose of the Intramural League is to provide a basic training program in basketball. The recreation program's purpose is to provide sports entertainment and fun to kids in grades 7-12. ”1 think the Intramural program has done a lot of good so far, and I'm glad to be the director of it, stated Mr. Gayle. Mainly, it has helped kids with not as much ability as some others hove to develop some confidence and it (the basketball league) has allowed some alumni, who are coaches, to put something back into the school system, Mr. Gayle added. Intramurals was fun and gave me something to do on Saturdays, said Jimmy Art. Mike Code felt intramurals taught everyone how to play the game better and gave everyone a chance to be a part of a team. Gail Records added, Intramurols gave me experience and it was a lot of fun! - Terak Dilbeck What's Cookin’, June? What Are You Afraid of? We’re all afraid of something, we're told, and students and teachers at Walton-Verona High School are no exception. When asked what they were afraid of. students at first gave flippant answers, then expressed a more serious point of view. I'm afraid of death! responded Junior Melissa Lindon, while Steve Durrus said he wasn't afraid of death directly but. I am afraid of a slow, painful death. Failure was a common theme among many W-V students. Eighth grader Vincent Webster commented, I'm really afraid of failing or getting bad grades in school. Scott Smith agreed that he worries about failure in another way. Being a foilure in life. was a concern of his. Rots, mice, fire, lightening, tornados, tests, big peo- ple , the atomic bomb, starving were also listed. I'm just afraid about the uncertainty of the future, Mark Clinkenbeard said. Teachers at Walton-Verona have fears also. Mrs. Wymer listed loneliness as a fear of hers. Mr. Reynolds stated bluntly. I fear warl Athlete Callen Cheesman characteristically said that, getting an injury and not being able to ploy sports was his major fear. Then you always find someone who's not afraid of anything but . .. I'm not afraid of anything! was Ryan Christy's blunt reponse, as he glanced rapidly around. — Sandy Spencer Can you imagine fixing an average of 300 meals per day five days a week for twenty years? To June Brewster this is very much a reality. June has served in the W-V cafeteria for 21 years and loved every minute of it. June and the other cafeteria workers come in at 6:30 in the morning and quit around 2:00 in the afternoon. When June first started working here, seven cooks served around 600 kids (elementary and high school combined). Today the number of cooks has dropped to three. These cook for about 300 high and Jr. Hi schoolers. June enjoys all the aspects of her job. We rotate on the serving line and dishes. So nobody gets stuck with the same old thing. The thing she likes best is the good working relationship all of the faculty have. June feels everybody gets along. Beside being a mother and grand- mother June loves to crochet, fish, garden and, of course, cook. June smiled her sunny smile as she remembers the long line of W-V students she has served over the years. I've seen lawyers, doctors, and all kinds come through this lunch line. - Jamie Baker De y©u Hear What I Hear? Student Listening Habits Varied Old Timers Game Renews Old Rivalry This year, the Walfon-Verona Athletic Boosters spon- sored the first annual Old Timers Game, a game bet- ween Walfon-Verona and Simon Kenton 1950's and 1960’s alumni. This year, it was Walton-Verona coming out on fop, in over-time 66-62. The main reason for having this game was to make money and to create community interest in the school. Both of these goals were definitely accomplished. The gym was packed to an over-capacity crowd and the money poured in. Next year's game will be held at Simon Kenton, and with the strong rivalry between the two schools, it's bound to be a success. - Dean Curry The once popular song I Love Rock-N-Roll” expresses the feeling about music clearly at Walton-Verona. A student musical preference survey was taken around the school. According to the survey, the most popular song of Walfon-Verona kids was ’Twilight Zone” by Golden Earring. This song won most popular, but not by a wide morgin. Other favorites were You Are , Truly , Beot It”, Billie Jeon , ”Swangin7 , Everybody Wants You , and Jeopardy.” Todd Porter commented, I like all kinds of music. I really don't hove just one favorite song, but I like listening to music by Hall and Oates. Michael Jackson, Sheena Easton, and Olivia Newton John. Donna Twehues stated. My favorite songs are We've Got the Beat', Freeze Frame', and I Love Rock-N-Roll' ”. When polled about favorite groups of singers, the most popular group by for was Alabama. Other favorites were Michael Jackson, Billy Squier, Men at Work. Lionel Richie. Def Leppard, Phil Collins, and Bob Seger. Lance Robinson said. My favorite song is 'In Love With the Other Woman' by Ray Parker, Jr., but I also enjoy music by The Commodores. The Gap Band, Bob Seger. Led Zepplin. Rush, Olivia Newton John, and Men at Work. My favorites are Hall and Oates, Men at Work. Michael Jackson and Culture Club, said Junior Trisha Robinson. Also listed as favorite were Robert Plant, Roger Dalfery, Pat Benatar, Duran Duran, Pink Floyd. The Go-Go's, and The Greg Kihn Band. Students were also polled about their favorite stations. WKRQ (Q102) won most popular station with WEBN coming in for a close second. WBLZ also received a number of votes. When asked how many hours they spend listening to the radio, most students said they listen to the radio four hours or less a day although most agreed that the car radio was their most frequent source of music. No matter what kind of music it is or who's singing if. students can often be seen after school with portable radios and tape players. Because W-VHS loves Rock-N-Roll. — Shera Scroggins k k 14 15 Freshmen Team Finds Talent, Desire, Team Spirit a Winning Combination This year's Freshmen team had a lot of talent, desire, and team spirit, according to Coach Woody Robinson. The 11-10 Bearcats were led by captains and Co- MVPs Tony Sechrest and Mike Riehemann, while the Spirit Award went to Joe Behne. “The purpose of the Freshmen team is to develop a positive attitude toward team work and challenges on and off the floor, states Coach Robinson. And according to Mike Riehemann, “We had a great coach; he taught us a lot of things that will help us in the future. This year's team had a superior second half ac- cording to Coach Robinson. They defeated ar- chrival Simon Kenton while compiling a five game winning streak. They should be one of the best teams in the region in the years to come. The Freshmen team was led in scoring by Tony Sechrest and Mike Riehemann. They averaged 11.7 and 10.7 points a game respectively. Tony pulled down 121 rebounds while Mike grabbed 109 to lead the Cats. Joe Behne led the Bearcats at the free throw line shooting 72%. A (Dock) Terry Toylor, Tony Sechrest. Les Watts, Scott Denton. Mike Riehemann, Rodney Cheesmon, Jeff Roberts, Stocey Me- Cubbln, Cooch Woody Robinson. (Front) Drlon Deighle. Mike Creekmore. Joe Behne. John Ropp. Shown Anderson, Shonon Wort man. ▲▲ Tony Sechrest takes the boll In for two. ◄ Tony Sechrest gets the tip os Mike Riehemann and Terry Toylor move for position. 81 16-14 J-V 'Cats Prepare for Future This year's J-V team gained a year of experience, according to Coach Dob Messmer. The team set out to get experience because they were young. They went out and played as well as they could to get ready for the Varsity team, said Coach Messmer. The team's record was 16-14 and one of their major accomplishments was winning 9 games in a row. Another accomplishment was the win over Simon Kenton in overtime at Simon Kenton. Coach Messmer said, It’s true that next year’s team will be young and inexperienced, but I think they'll be ready and will do a pretty good job.'' Leading the Cats in scoring was Gary Williams with an average of 9 points per game. Kerry Bowlin led in assists with an average of 5 per game. Tommy Luebbe pulled down 8 rebounds per game and earned himself the title of leading rebounder. ► Tony Sechrest and Richard Dixon cheer their J.V. team on to victory. ▼ Tommy Luebbe reaches for the sky os he gets the tip. ▼ Tim Brooks calmly puts In the one-plus-one. ► Clinton Treodwoy, Jerry Rice. Jimmy Stephenson. Richard Dixon, Tom Luebbe. Tim Brooks. Scott Benton. Rodney Abshlre. Gary Williams. Eric Christy, Kerry Bowlin. Kevin Flynn (Manager), Coach Bob Messmer, Tam- my Robinson (Statistician). 82 ◄ Clinton Tregdwoy sets up the of- fense for the J.V. Deorcots. Coach Dob Messmer eyes the J.V. action. ▼ Tommy Luebbe powers the boll inside os Mike Riehemann ond Gory Williams move to the boards. ▼ ▼ Gory Williams puts up the freethrow os Tom Luebbe fights for position. ” . . . five or six players will be key players'' 7th Grade's 11-5 Record Shows Improvement This year the 7th grade boys' basketball team displayed aspects of a future winning varsity team. They proved their abilities in the Turkey Foot tourna- ment in which they took 3rd place. The 7th grade Bearcats' 11-5 record showed a great improvement over the records of past years. Coach G. J. Poore felt thot this year's 7th grade team could someday be a rather strong varsity. Coach Poore stated. Normally three of four boys go on to contribute much to the varsity, but I feel this year's team will hove five or six players thot will be key players come their varsity years. The five starters thot played main roles on the team were leading scorers. Chad Johnson. Bart Noe. Dwight Workman. Darrin Poore, and Brett Eades. a 6th grader. These five plus Tim Flynn and a few others not on the team will go on to Nashville to ploy in Jr. Pro league in March. The Junior Pro league is a leogue for boys 12 and under who. in this cose, were picked by Coach Eades to represent our school in Tennessee. They, along with players from several other Northern Ky. schools, will be ploying with and against students from all around Tenn. ond Ky. (Kneeling) Doug Puckett, Robby Bowlin. (Standing) Kevin Flynn. Bret Eades, Chad Johnson, Greg Creekmore. Steve Lucas, Bart Noe, Dwight Workman, Roger Williams. Doug Robinson, Darrin Poore. Joey Vest. Billy Leicht. Paul Wingate. Coach G. J. Poore. ▲ The intensity of Chad Johnson is shown as he goes up for a shot. A Flying through the olr. Chad Johnson grabs a rebound. ► Billy Leicht lets go to a free throw as Brett Eodes watches. ►► Darrin Poore shows his form on the line. 84 Boys' 8th Grade Combined Size, Speed, and Ability The 8th grade Walton-Verono Boys teom had a 7-11 season, but according to their coach Charles Reynolds the teom as a whole has great potential. The 8th grade team took 2nd place In the Williomstown Tournament this year. This team has size, speed and the ability to be an excellent Freshmen teom,” Coach Reynolds said. The 8th grade team was led in scoring by Fred Kirtley with 191 points for the year, followed by Jimmy Art with 138 points. Fred Kirtley also lead in the total number of re- bounds for the yeor with 127. The teom os a whole overaged a good 35 points and 26 re- bounds a game. (Sirring) Mark Lauterwasser. Marty Ashcract, Fred Kirtley, Danny Goderwis. Jimmy Art. (Standing) A Robby Robinson skies for the tip os Tracy Evans. Vicent Webster, Mike Ross, Robby Robinson. Craig Baker, Coach Chuck Reynolds. Marc Lauterwasser and Fred Kirtley go Rodney Coffee. Scott Daniels. Mike Code, Phil Lawrence. Manager Robby Coffee. for the ball. A Marc Lauterwasser passes over a pressing defense. ◄◄ Fred Kirtley awaits the rebound. ◄ Coach Reynolds gives Danny Goder- wis, Marty Ashcroft, and Jimmy Art some last minute instructions. 85 Jr.-Hi Girls Start on That Long Road It's a long way from Jr-Hi bosketboll to Varsity, and the road to becoming o competent player is o long, tough one. But it oil begins ot the 7th grade level. The girls on the 1983 Jr.-Hi squad came a long way during the season toward becoming the kind of players who can play at the Varsity level. This age group puts out so much effort. Coach Layna Cheesman said. This team has a great deal of potential to be a good, speedy Varsity group. The team was led in scoring by Stephanie Messer who averaged 7.6 points per game. Our bright spot of the year was when we beat Newport in over- time by a score of 20-18. That really got us going,” Ms. Cheesman said. 86 Missy Spillman goes In for the basket as a defender tries to stop her. ▲ Jennifer Hole puts the ball up tor two. as Missy Spillman ptepares for the rebound. ► Stephanie Messer keeps the boll away from the opposition. ►► Stephanie Messer goes up for the tip. (Row 1) Monoger. Kim Vest, Tricia Kinlow, Dena Courtney, Kay Tyler. Missy Spillman. Jennifer Hale. Coach Loyno Cheesman. (Row 2) Aleilo Sexton. Shelly Beach, Gail Records. Morlene Willett, (Row 3} Deanna McClane. Julie Brown. (Row 4) Jeannine Vest. Stephanie Messer, Manager Tonya Green. Freshmen Girls Mostly Weren't But Still Hod q 6-4 Season 4 Goil Records tries to poss through an aggressive defense. 44 Stephanie Messer takes the jump shot from the cornet. ▼ Missy Spillman struggles to gain possession of the ball. ▼ ▼4 Coach Layna Cheesman gives her Freshman squad instruc- tions during the time out. (How 1) Coach Layna Cheesman. Candy Helton. Missy Spillman. Koy Tyler, Dtenda Dilbeck, Goil Records. (How 2) Stephanie Messer. Leslie Noe. Karen Sprecher, Torino Black. Sharon Maddox. Manager Kim Vest. As a result of losing some 9th grade girls to the varsity team, the 1983 Freshman team was mostly made up of 7th and 8th graders. But they still managed a 6-4 record. We had a slow start due to injuries, but in the end the team performed very well,” said Coach Cheesman. Missy Spillman led this year's team in scoring with a 6.3 per game average, while Karen Sprecher led in rebounds. Next year looks very good. We don't have the height that most other schools have, but we'll have speed. This year gave the younger girls some experience to play in a real game,” Coach Cheesman said. 87 1983 Homecoming: A Rainbow of Color The 04 nominees ossem bled anxiously In the musk room. The guys were In rhelr suits (some In basketball uniforms), and the girls were o rainbow of evening gowns. The stoge was set for the 1903 Homecoming. The gym wos pocked with onlookers os rhe can- didates marched In two by two while the Homecom- ing song Just Once ployed softly in the background. The Homecoming candidates were Virginio Diddle ond Allen Roberts (Art Club). Amy Horrls ond Bloke Eisenschmidf (Bond). Jamie Baker ond More Roland (Beta). Melanie Cummins ond Dean Curry. (Dromo Qub). Dora Boyer ond Steve Burrus (F.B.LA.). Rhon- da Helton ond Deon Albers (F.F.A). Susie Hopperton ond Chris Rohrer (F.H.A.). Morio Amodeo ond Mork Clinkenbeord (Freshmen Ooss). Dorb Thompson ond David Michael (I.A.). Melisso Cheesmon ond Vol Shields (Yearbook Stoff). Corrie Augensrein ond Jim- my Stephenson (Junior Class). Georgia Anderson ond Rod Goderwis (Lenermen s dub). Carmen Groves ond Lance Robinson (Pep Club). Shero Scroggins ond Collen Cheesmon (President's Council). Amy Lyons ond Todd Porter (Science Club). Kim Noe ond Doryl Johnson (Senior Class). Rhonda Elmore ond Chip Goff (Sophomore Ooss). Mork Clinkenberod ond Kim Noe were crowned King ond Queen, while Doryl Johnson ond Rhondo Elmore were crowned Prince ond Princess. Rochoel Rkhords ond Steve Dronn were crown bearers. The evening wos highlighted by o Bearcat victory over Dayton, the ream's 11th straight win. ond o new school record. After rhe game, olumni ond students celebrated with o donee, which wos DJ.'ed by Chris Cox from WDLZ ond Chris Geisen from 96 Rock Make the Magic Last 1. 1933 Homecoming Court: 1962 Queen Jamie Rice. Princess Rhonda Elmore. Queen Kim Noe. King Mork Clinkenbeord. Prince Daryl Johnson. 1962 King. Kevin Martin. (Front) Crown beorers Steve Dronn ond Rochoel Richards. 2. Rodiont Kim Noe is crowned by 1962 Queen Jomie Rke. 3. King Mork Clinkenbeord is congrotulofed by Mr. Lyons. 4. Candidate Chip Goff ond Princess Rhondo Elmore wolk down the floor. 5. Rochoel Rkhords ond Steve Dronn carry the crowns. 6. i960 Homecoming Queen Kim Noe. ond King Mork Clinkenbeord. 7. Terok Dilbeck jumps sky high to get the tip for the Deorcots to open up the Homecoming gome. TOSS i ANOCRSON J. POPHAH P KCISFOT iMAMC RT ham mm pcora achck cheat coals 1983 Homecoming Donee: Fun, Music, and Friends ► Junior class candidates Jimmy Stephenson and Carrie Augenstein hobble down the floor. ▼ Prince Doryl Johnson ond Princess Rhondo Elmore ot the Homecoming donee. ▼ T Seniors Mark Clinkenbeord. Bloke Eisenschmidt. Doryl Johnson. Deth Plunkett. Val Shields, ond Deon Curry decorote for the Homecoming. Rebecca Rouse. Jomie Doker. Shero Scroggins. Amy Harris. Lori Waller, ond Roger Poul sway ond sing to the beot ot the Homecom- ing donee. 90 Cheerleaders Love Those Cots” ◄ J. V. Cheerleaders: (Sirring) Kim Tyler. Terri Robinson. (Standing) Amy Lyons, Sheilo Densler. Sandy Pfonsteil. (Top) Chano Allen. ▼ ◄ Sheilo Densler and Terri Robin- son do their sideline cheer during o J.V. game. Exciting, fun, challenging Cheerleaders Were Icing on the Cake” I just plain love It.” says J-V cheerleader Amy Lyons, which is the main answer the squad members gave when asked about cheerleoding. Sponsor Mrs. Ryan said, This year is the best squad I've ever hod, including the year we won the district title.” The week the squad spent at Eastern Kentucky University for the annual I.C.F. camp rewarded the varsity squad with the spirit award, and they were one of the finalists competing against four other squads. The J-V finished third over-all of the nineteen squads at the camp. Sandy Pfansteil too enjoyed her cheerleoding endeavors. You get to watch basketball ployers from all of the schools,” she said. The majority of the cheerleaders feel as though their job in sup- porting the Bearcats has been exciting, fun, and challenging. Varsity member Carrie Augenstein said. I feel os though the players appreciate us more than they say they do.” Georgia Ander- son agrees. We are the icing on the cake for the team.” We ore the ones who decorate the school to get the spirit up.” soys Senior Varsity member Rhonda Elmore. Sheilo Densler concluded, No one else would do it if we weren't there. Both Robin Goff ond Ginger Rohrer agree that they do it because. We love our basketball team!” Every team needs a leader ond that role had been filled for the past two years by Jamie Rice. But Mrs. Ryan explains, Next year we are going to be lacking a leader. Jamie Rice currently holds that position. She's going to be missed, but the talent is still there.” AA Varsity Cheerleaders: Ginger Roher. Georgia Anderson. Rhonda Elmore, Carrie Augenstein. Jamie Rice, Robin Goff, Carmen Groves. A Carrie Augenstein gets involved in a routine during halftime of the Homecoming gome. ► A Varsity Cheerleaders get charged up. ► During a sideline cheer, Georgia Anderson eyes the action of o varsity game. 92 A Terri Robinson does her pregome cheers. ▲ ▲ Sheilo Densler ond Sandy Pfansteil jump for joy. A The crowd cheers os the Bearcats score a basket. ◄ The vosity cheerleaders and Bearcats celebrate another W-V win proving that Walton-Verona is 1. 93 X 95 I have a feeling of prestige” Beta Club Stands for Achievement, Fun, Work Beta is a club for high school students in grades 10-12 who hove kept a high scholastic standing ond ore interested in promoting their school, community, ond themselves. I would like to encourage the students to take their studying seriously ond set goals for themselves in school ond in life.'' - Mrs. Colleen Sheilds. Club Sponsor. Beta is fun, work; it's on experience. If is o chance for me to get to know students better, in o way I couldn't in the classroom. This year at the State Convention we won the Talent Show and I wos so proud, elated, ond pleosed os punchl” Un- do Dykes, Co-Sponsor. Because I'm o Beto. I hove the feeling of prestige, Sandy Spencer Beta is a big responsibility, but I've learned a lot about leadership. Amy Harris. President. To be in Beta is an honor,- it means I'm finally important. It is an achievement.” Donita Bird. Beta lets other people know that I get decent grades.” Melanie Cummins ▼ (1st Row) Marc Roland — Treasurer; Amy Harris - President; Todd Porter - Vice President; Jamie Baker — Secretary. (2ndRow) Kerry Bowlin, Jeff O'Banion, Rebecca Rouse, Maria Amodeo, Georgia Anderson. Amy Lyons, Carrie Augensfein. Kim Watton. Melissa Lindon. Shera Scroggins. Missy Brooks. (3rd Row) Melissa Cheesman, Karen Waller, Rod Goderwis. Penny Parsons. Amy Butler, Susie Hopperton, Trisha Robinson, Donita Bird, Thomas Campbell, Sandy Pfansteil. Lisa Koelin. Melissa Wingate, Sandy Spencer. (4rh Row) Ms. Linda Dykes. Clinton Treod- woy. Callen Cheesman. Chris Rohrer. Blake Eisenschmidt, Ginger Rohrer, Val Sheilds. Kim McLoney. Dean Curry. Eric Lauterwasser, Richard Dixon, Rick Butler, Tom Luebbe. Melanie Cummins. Diana Burden, Rita Brown, Donna Twehues, Jennifer Eddins. Dona Riegler, Steve Burrus, Ms. Colleen Shields. A Melissa Wingate competes at the Beta Convention In the Spelling Competition. ► The award winning Billy Family (Jomie Baker. Missy Brooks. Val Shields. Marc Roland, and Chris Roher) was a tremendous hit at the Beta Convention Talent Show in Lexington. 96 . . let oil your frustrations out and be creative. Art Club: To Improve Outlook of the School ”1 feel that the Art Club does o huge service to the school system. We do many things over the year to improve the outlook of the school toward the students. We hove many students who are very will- ing to work. We’ve mode things such os working on a mural at Vibrations. We really look forward to more things to improve upon. I like the enthusiasm of the members we have.” — Mr. Larry May, Sponsor. I feel like we do a lot of stuff and we mainly just have a good time. It's an informal club. We don’t try to work too hard, just have a good time doing it.” Alan Roland. President. The Art club gives me something to do. It's something to let all your frustrations out, and be creative. It's my favorite club.” Laura Leake. “I joined mainly because I wosn't in another club, but I like being in it because we get involv- ed in the school.” - Allen Roberts. (1st Row) Kelly Walls. Russell Drumley. Jackie Flerlage. (2nd Row) Melanie Cummins, Kim Wat- ton. Chana Allen. Mike Wingate, Tony Turner. (3rd Row) Karen Roland, Laura Leake. Julie Moeller. Dale Sexton, Tommy Diddle. Darrin Taulbee. David Praither. (4th Row) Mr. Larry May. Tim Brooks, Chris Rohrer. Robbie Stephenson. Aaron First. Mike Koelin. Les Watts. Dwayne Vest. Dill Drinkman. Daryl Robinson. Donnie Simpson. 97 Dromo Club Productions Renew Interest in Stoge The first production wos the Breakfast with Santa, the highlight was the play, The Mouse Who Didn’t Believe in Santa Claus.” which wos a big success. I feel we have a lot of talent in our school and the Drama Club gives them a chance to use it. Drama Club has always been a dream of mine for at least ten years. The major goal of the club now is to purchase lighting and other stage equipment. Not having a stage will be a problem on the first productions, but that can be overcome.” Mr. Michael Capek. Sponsor. Drama means acting. having fun. being yourself and letting the real you come through. Jamie Baker. President. ‘7 joined Drama because I love performing. To me it's one of the most enjoyable extra curricular activities. Maria Amodeo I've always enjoyed working with stage make-up.” Rhonda Helton ”1 plan on going into a career in the theater and the Drama Club is good training and exposure to it before my college years.” Roger Paul The reason that I joined the club was because I like acting as a whole. The Drama Club is sort of an organiza- tion for kids to get together and enjoy the themes and categories of drama.” Donnie Simpson wanted a Drama Class, but there wasn't any so I joined Drama Club.” Rebecca Rouse We re hoping to expand on the program and get into competition in future years. The school and community have been very receptive so far of our attempts.” Mrs. Sue Patton. Sponsor. ► (Sirring) Kyle Kees. Jomie Baker, Kim McLoney. Greg Creekmore. (Kneeling) Tonyo Green. Maria Amodeo. Carrie Noble. Shel- ly Beach. Vol Shields. Sandy Pfanstlel. Rhonda Helton. Missy Brooks. Susie Hopper- ton. Rachel Owen. (Stan- ding) More Roland. Soman- tha Bailey. Donna Locke. Todd Porter. Tosco Smith. Trlsho Robinson. Dean Curry. Jomie Rice. Michael Capek. Sue Porton. Melanie Cum- mins. Borb Thompson. Chris Rohrer. Laura Leake. Kim Wotton. Roger Paul. Jennifer Eddins. Vickie Kromer. Don- nie Simpson. ▲ A A Cast Of Foxy Grandma : Tommy Luebbe, Jamie Baker. Mike Code. Kim Wotton, Kim McLoney. Marc Roland, Marc Lauterwasser. ▲A Cast Of Voices”• Mike Code, Donna Locke, Rebecca Rouse, Todd Porter, Maria Amodeo. ► Mario Amodeo. Kyle Kees, Rachel Owen, and Kim Wotton perform in The Mouse That Didn't Believe in Santo Clause.” Other cast members were Corrie Noble, Marc Roland. Val Shields, and Marc Lauterwasser. 98 FDLA Builds Better Leaders FBLA is one of the best, most organized clubs to be in. Mrs. Shupe and Mrs. Duvoll take the interest needed in the club to keep it going. It means working together to be one ' good'' organization. ’FBLA Builds a Better Leader!' Missy Brooks, Member. It is an organization which is set up at the high school level to prepare a student in today's business world and to get students involved in leadership activities. FBLA teaches you the fundamentals of the business world. FBLA teaches students the importance of working together. Mrs. Shupe, Advisor. To be an officer for two years is the most rewording experience I have had in high school. Students not only achieve skills in the organiza- tion but they have the chance to make friends and meet new peo- ple. Roger Paul, President. The only requirements for FBLA is to be in one business class. That's not a lot to be in such a good organiza- tion. Dora Bayer, member. ◄A Lisa Poole finishes her typing assignment during typing II class. ◄ Beth Plunkett gives a speech during a business class. A (Front Row) Mrs. Duvall. Mark Butler. Mark Cllnkenbeard. Roger Paul. Denah Noell. Beth Plunkett. Mrs. Shupe. (2nd Row) Rhonda Helton, Missy Brooks. Rhonda Huffman. Val Smith. Angie Duvall. (3rd Row) Melissa Un- don, Vickie Kromer. Robin Goff, Penny Par- sons, Amy Lyons, Sheila Densler. (4th Row) Koren Roland. Suson Jump, Jennifer Eddins. Michelle Craddock, Becky Race. Kim Watton. (5th Row) Sandy Pfonsteil. Rita Brown. Cheryl Smith, Lisa Poole. Janice Crase, Jennifer Larison. (6th Row) Sharon Maddox. Thomas Campbell. Marty Connor. Jamie Rice. Val Shields, Doro Boyer. (7th Row) Joe Hoskins. Gina Kirtley. Carmen Groves. Pam Losey, Eric Lauterwasser, Ricky Butler, Bloke Eisenschmidt. (6th Row) Kevin Gallagher. Chris Rohrer. Lance Robinson, Marc Roland. Kevin Flynn, Steve Burrus. Chuck Bell. Bobby Lucas. If it wosn't for formers, there wouldn't be food FFA: Farmers at Work F.F.A.'s important because if if wasn't for farmers, there wouldn't be any food.” Alan Roland I'm in the club because I'm a future farmer, of course. Dave Michaels, Vice President. I'm interested in the agricultural field and like to add to my knowledge of farming. Gale Watson I dig agriculture! Tim Hudson T like agriculture because you get to work with you're hands and you get a feeling of accomplishment when you've done well. Terak Dilbeck I feel that it gives the student an opportunity to participate in school activities, a chance to meet other people with similar in- terests and on opportunity to practice the things he or she learns in the classroom. Mr. Kent Jackson, Advisor. ▼ Gory Williams and Clinton Treadway spray plants in the Greenhouse. Mike Roaden and Gole Watson check on the progress of some deiicore plants. ► (Front) William Sutherland. r-” Harold Hensly, Robert Merida. Jamie Rice, Dill Brinkman. Mark Butler. Richard Goldizen. (Sirring) Mike Roaden. Jimmy Stephenson. Clinton Treadway. Eric Duvall. Gole Watson. Charlie Wells. Dean Albers, Ryan Christy. Chip Goff. David Michaels. Tony Fish. (Stan- ding) Mike Wingate. Tim Hudson. J. D. Norris, Jeff Roberts, Chris Turner. Tim Whaley, Pete Gelse. Dennis Albers, Tom Elliott. Phillip Creech. Tim Elliott. Shawn Records. Terek Dilbeck. Donnie Simpson. Gary Williams, Jennifer Osborne. Jeff Burgess. Scott Refltt, Nathan Race. Advisor. Mr. Kent Jackson. FHA: Learning and Sharing F.H.A. involves learning how to improve your community and how to improve your home ond how to help friends around you. — Melisso Lindon (President). Learning ond shoring of activities ond ideas with other F.H.A. members that hove the some in- terests os you do. Susie Hopperton. Historian (Pic- tured Below). F.H.A. is on organization which plans communi- ty projects ond we hove o lot of fun. We do o lot of things ond leorn more about ourselves. I like the fellowship ond the things we do for the communi- ty. Jamie Baker. Vice President. (Pictured of Left with Trisha Robinson and Shero Scroggins). Working with young people who hove on in- terest in the Home Economics oreo is whot F.H.A. is really all about. - Mrs. Evelyn Honce. Sponsor. This club gives you the ability to work with others, with activities, ond ideas for your future. Donna Twehues I like F.H.A. because of the services we offer to others. Also, I guess it means helping in a booth on Old Fashion Day and doing things that involve food, such as bake sales. Shera Scroggins (Pictured Below). 101 'There s No Place I'd Rather Be . . Industrial Arts Club: A Chance to Learn a Skill ’Industrial Arts is for students who hove on interest in the field of wood working or industrial orts. We also study o little about in- dustry. I. A. fills the needs of students who like the fields of In- dustrial Arts. I.A. also gives students o chance to learn how to do a skill rather than just bookwork. The club hopes to start o cabinet for displaying some of the wood working projects that students moke.'' Mr. Reynolds. Sponsor I like to learn how to work with wood. A Ion Roland There is no place I'd rather be than in wood shop. Vo! Shields You leorn lots of new things about industry ond wood work- ing. Russell Drumley I.A. is exciting and a fun club to be in. Dorb Thompson W(1sr Row) Vol Shields Chris Turner. Tom Diddle. Mike Wingate, Clifford Leek. Jeff Leeke. (2nd Row) Shelly Deoch. Susan Jump. Julie Moeller, Dole Duckler, Dilly Huffman. Scott Smith, Donnie Simpson. Richard Goldizen, David Proither. Dorb Thompson. (3rd Row) Chuck Reynolds. Allen Roberts. Alon Roland. Kelly Walls, Russel Drumley, Chip Searcy. Lettermen's Club: Dedication to Sports ‘The Lettermen's Club brings athletes from all sports closer together. The Lettermen's club is a special club for jocks, athletes who hove worked long, hard hours and have dedicated a big part of their high school lives to athletics. Marty Connor. “It's an honor to be in the Lettermen's club because you have to earn a varsity letter before you can join. I think the Lettermen's club is a good club to be in because it recognize the athletes who hove achieved the requirements to be in the club. Jamie Rice. “The Lettermen's club is a club which recognizes the athletes that have achieved a goal within their sport. It's an honor to be involved in this club. It's also one of the few clubs not everyone in the school can belong to. Only through hard work and dedication in a sport can a student become a member.” Coach Eades. It makes me feel good to know that I hove ac- complished something that not everyone involved in sports can do. Lori Waller. ◄ (Lying) Marty Connor. President. (1st Row) Georgia Anderson. Secretory: Amy Harris. Vice Presi- dent: Jomie Rice. Treasurer. (2nd Row) Donito Dird. Melisso Cheesmon. Terri Robinson. Lesley Noe. Chona Allen. (3rd Row) Rodney Goderwis. Doryl Johnson. Lori Waller, Dubby Deoch. (4rh Row) Carmen Groves. Carrie Augenstein, Amy Lyons. (5th Row) Koren Waller. Kim Noe. (6rh Row) Todd Porter. (Standing) More Roland. Lance Robinson. Gory Williams. Eric Christy. Torino Dlock. Dean Curry. Mark Clinkenbeard. Jimmy Stephenson. Andro Cum- mins. Terok Dilbeck, Callen Cheesmon. Joey Dehne. Val Shields. A Missy Spillmon proudly shows her spirit by displaying her letter. 103 The administration does respect our suggestions Presidents Council: Vehicle of Communication Presidents Council is o very important club. If serves os o vehicle of communication. This year the club has not been fully utilized because no great pro- blems have arisen. W-VH5 Principal, Mr. Frank Lyons. think the club is important also. We tell Mr. Lyons what we think needs to be done as far as school and the student body, and give our views about things. Melissa Lindon, FHA President. This club is very useful since there is no longer a Student Council and the students need a voice. I'm glad to be a part of it. Jamie Baker, Drama Club President. We discuss things that will affect the student body. It's like a select group. Todd Porter, President of the Science Club. I think having a Presidents Council is a good idea. The leaders of all the clubs get to advise Mr. Lyons and help make decisions. Amy Harris, President of Band and Beta Club. It gives the feeling that the students are being heard and that possibly the administration does respect our suggestions. Roger Paul. President of FBLA. ▲ (1st Row) Shero Scroggins. Amy Harris. Jamie Baker. Melissa Lin- don. Jamie Rice. (2nd Row) Todd Porter. Roger Paul. Tony Sechrest. Rodney Abshire, Ryan Christy. Russel Brumley. Marty Connor. Mr. Frank Lyons. ► Marty Connor presents on issue to be discussed at a Presidents Council meeting. Science Club: Fun and Learning I like science and I like to be involved in science. It gives me on opportunity to see places and things, ond we hove o good time at our parties.” Todd Porter, President We hove o good time together, and we hove fun in- vestigating the science field together. - Amy Lyons (Treos.) I'm interested in science careers, ond I'm interested in find- ing out about science activities and opportunities.” Susie Hopperton. I like science, and I want to go into a scientific field. Tammy Robinson We do a lot of fun things like sell candy.” Marc Roland We had a slow start this year, but the club members always get involved in the Science Fair which is always successful. I really like the students and social activities such as parties and picnics. Dill Freeman, Sponsor (Front) Amy Harris. Susie Hopperton. (2nd Row) Borb Thompson. Corrie Augensrein. Eric Lauterwosser. Todd Porter. Clinton Treodwoy. (3rd Row) Kim Noe. Maria Amodeo, Tommy Robinson. Amy Lyons. Laura Leoke. Eric Christy, Mike Wingate. (4th Row) Dean Curry, More Roland. Mr. Bill Freeman, Bobby Lucas. Thomas Campbell. 1983 Prom: VjVJ w m After months of onxious woiting. the night finally arrived! Prom night, April 29, 1963. Excited laughter filled the air at the Vegas Club. Midnight Blue and Silver decorations, and the music of D. J. John Barnes added to the mood. Up Where We Belong” by Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes was the theme song and motto for the Prom. After the meal of roast beef, ham, green beans, scalloped potatoes and tossed salad, Junior class President Shera Scroggins began the Prom with the dedication to the Senior Class of 1983. Then Senior class President Rhon- da Elmore accepted warmly on behalf of the Senior class. Principal Frank Lyons announced the 1983 Prom court. Todd Porter and Barbie Huffman were crowned King and Queen. Tom Elliott and Shera Scroggins, Prince and Princess. Third attendants were Carrie Augens- tein and Allen Roberts. Second atten- dants were Georgia Anderson and Jim- my Stephenson, and first attendants were Sherry McIntyre and 5 (eve Burrus. A committee of fourteer was largely responsible for the Prom: Shera Scrog- gins, Todd Porter, Jamie Baker, Trisha Robinson, Melanie Cummins, Susie Hop- perton, Melissa Cheesman, Melissa Lin- don, Marc Roland, Laura Leake, Amy Lyons, Kim Watton, Maria Amodeo, and Carrie Augenstein. Rhonda Elmore. 1982 Prom Queen, crowns Borbie Huffman the 1983 Prom Queen. Steve Burrus and Sandy Woodcock enjoy a quiet meol together. 106 A 1953 Prom Court: Corrie Augensfein. Georgia Anderson. Sherry Mclntrye. Princess Shero Scrog- gins. 1982 Queen. Rhondo Elmore. 1982 King. David Michaels. Prince, Tom Elliott. Steve Durrus. Jimmy Stephenson. Alan Roberts. 1980 Queen. Darbie Huffman. 1980 King Todd Porter. ◄ Queen Darbie Huffman and King Todd Porter 1 107 A A The Juniors ond Seniors enjoy o delicious ond pleosont meol. A Shero Scroggins listens os Kim Wotton reods o poem she wrote for the occossion. A Princess Shero Scroggins ond Prince Tom Elliott. ► Dovid Michaels ond Connie Rodgers shore o happy moment during o slow donee. 108 At V-School the Trade's the Thing 'The reason I go to V-School is to learn o trade ' Mike Ha nee go to V-School because I want to learn a trade that will be helpful after high school. Steve Roland ’ The thing I like most is that I can co-op the se- cond year and make money while furthering my education. Dove Micheol I feel that V-School is important to my future after high school. Eddie Ring A Oop) Mike Hance. Pete Geise. (2nd Row) Tim Elliot. Jeff Leeke. Steve Roland. Chuck Proither. (3rd Row) Dean Court- ney. Tino Huffmon. Barb Huffman. Rhonda Elmore. (Bottom) Glen Day. Nick Combs. David Michael. Eddie Ring. Ron Sims. Chip Goff, Derek Cuzick. J. D. Norris. Mike Hance. ◄ Nicky Combs does some work on a carburetor in his Auto Mechanics class at V-School. 109 All-Around Veterons Christy, Shields Carry Inexperienced Track Squad This year's boys' track squad per- formed well, but with the lack of ex- perience and facilities, at the end of the season the bottom line read only 1-5. This year's team hod a lot of young guys and only two of the four seniors had any real experience at all,'' commented Coach Dob Coates. A lack of facilities and an interest in other sports has kept away a lot of boys that would really help the team. Despite the lack of team wins, a few individual accomplishments were made. Chris Rohrer. who due to an illness only saw action in two meets, broke a 1960 high jump record with a jump of 5'8 . Mark Lauterwasser contributed to the team effort when he was assigned to compete in everything from the 100 to the 1600 meters throughout the year and did well in each. Two veterans, though, carried this year's squod. They were sophomore Eric Christy and senior Val Shields. Eric received MVP honors for his all- around good performance this year and Val took the Coach's Award. A ([kick) More Louterwosser. Dallos Messer. Tom Luebbe. Robbie Robinson. Clinton Treodwoy. Cooch Dob Cootes. Tony Sechresf. (Sir- ring) Amy Butler. Val Shields. Doug Darker, Den Brooks. Chris Rohrer. Joe Dellecave. Ron Sims. Eric Christy. Ginger Rohrer. ▼ Ron Sims strides for the finish line in the 400 m run. ► Vol Shields concetrotes before throwing the discus. 110 A Robbie Robinson mokes o lore bid In the 0200m run. A A Doug Barker soils the discus. ◄ Ben Brooks beats out a competitor in the 400m of the Ludlow Invitational. A Eric Christy checks to see if he's going to clear the bor in the high jump. Ill Individual Achievements Sparkle as Girls' Track Runs to The girls’ track team had to clear a number of hurdles on the way to State. The girls record was 49-14 going into the the State meet and they finished 8th in the state out of 60 teams competing. I was thrilled to death!’’ Coach Nancy Ryan said. The girls worked real hard to accomplish their goal and over- came a lot of obstacles. The team consisted of many individual winners. Amy Harris was the Bellevue Invit. Champ in the 400, Ludlow Champ in 100 200, 400, regional champ in the 100m, 200m, and 400m as well as being named to the 1st team All-Region. Lori Waller was the Bellevue Champ in the shot-put and discus. She shattered the old school record with a throw of 37 ft. 9 inches. She was the Ludlow Champ, regional champ in shot and discus, and State champ in shot and 3rd in discus. She was named 2nd team All-Region and 1st team All-State. Additionally, Lori was undefeated in shot all year long. Amy Harris, Lori Waller, Missy Spillman, and Donita Bird composed the 400 meter relay team that was Regional and Sectional winner and set several new school records. Donita Bird was the Regional runner-up in the long jump also. Coach Ryan said, I feel like our future is bright in spite of Amy Harris' graduating. Hopefully, we can compensate in other areas.” ► State medalist Amy Harris tuns away from competition in the 200m dash at the Ludlow Invitationol. ► ▼ Andro Cummins ond Marlene Willett move ahead of o competitor in the 1600m. ▼ Jamie Rice stretches before her 300m low hurdle event. Sectional State 112 (Dorrom) Todd Porter. (Sirring) Melanie Cummins. Patty Sechrest. Kim Ratliff, Kim Tyler. Lori Waller. Andra Cummins, Marlene Willett, Georgia Anderson. (Middle) Missy Spillman. Terry Robinson, Donita Bird. (Dock) Angle Duvall, Pam Renoker. Ruth Ann Glenn. Jeanine Vest, Lisa Kaelin. Missy Wingate, Stephanie Messer, Kim Vest, Coach Nancy Ryan, Jamie Rice. (Nor Pic- tured) Amy Harris. ◄A Coach Nancy Ryan is suitably dressed for the wet weather thot was the rule during the spring of 1960. A Donita Bird starts her approach in the long jump. ◄ Lori Waller expected the best and got it as she was State Champ in the shot put and 3rd in the discus. 113 Young Golf Squad Emphasized Attitude It was o building year” for the golf team because oil students ore rookies with the exception of one according to Coach Dill Freeman. First man. Thomas Campbell has been playing on the team for 3 years. Coach Freeman explained that the one major factor that set the 2-16 team back this season was the inclement weather. It was as bod as It possibly could be. It has either snowed or has been raining all season long, Freeman sighed. Attitude, he said, is important in playing this particular sport. It's one sport where competition isn't the main thing. You have to be mentally prepared to do anything at all. Second mon. Shannon Wortmon reemphasized the impor- tance of the psychological factor. If you do bad or make a bod shot, you get mad at yourself and you do worse, so you've got to not worry about a bad shot. Coach Freeman concluded by saying, I don't think golf will ever be a major sport around this area, but I would hate to see It not be offered. It's a good, clean sport and has a great many positive aspects. 114 A A Eric Lauterwasser shows Drion Deighle the best approach to his next shot. A (Sifting) Coach Freeman. (Standing) Thomas Campbell, Eric Lauterwasser. Shannon Wortmon. Tim Hudson. Drion Deighle. A Eric Lauterwasser attempts to land the boll on the green. ► Thomas Campbell shows the form that made him the number one player on the team. AA Brian Deighle has the green in sight while attempting to make his chip shot. AA Shonnon Wartmon checks the quality of the boll before his shot. ◄ Thomos Campbell seorches through the weeds for his boll. A Cooch Freemon gives advice to his players before a match. 115 Soggy Season Ends Sunny os Bearcats Become District Runner-up, Regional Chomps. Coach Eades looked dejectedly at the seventh straight day of raindrops hitting the soggy infield. It was early May. It looks like there isn't going to be much of a baseball season this year.” he sighed. But even with the wettest April and May in memory, the Bearcats came through with an amazing 20 wins against 8 losses, a District 2nd place, and a 10th Regional Championship. Junior Jimmy Stephenson led the team in batting with a .468 average which earned him MVP honors as voted on by his teammates. Sophomore Richard Dixon was voted Best Defen- sive Player and also Most Improved. Seniors Lance Robinson and Marty Connor were team Co-Captains, while Marty also led all Bearcat pitchers with an E.R.A. of 1.86. Callen Cheesman and Jimmy Stephenson were named to the NKAC 1st Team as pitcher and D.H., respectively, while Rod Goderwis and Lance Robinson received honorable mention from conference coaches. The highlights of the season were being District runner-ups. Regional champs, and having the privilege of going to the State Sectionals,” Coach Eades said. 116 ►A Mike Riehmonn ond Dean Curry watch the action at the game. A Clean-up hitter Jimmy Stephenson prepares to hit for the Bearcats. A Mike Riehmonn attempts to field a grounder. ► Due to the rainy spring the baseball team spent as much time raking the field as they did taking batting practice. Lance Robinson, Callen Cheesmon, and Dean Albers were named to the All-District Team. Callen Cheesmon, Jim Stephenson, and Dean Albers were named All-Region, and Cheesmon was also voted to the All-Sectional Tournament Team. Also of note was the 101 win of Coach Dob Eodes in the five years he has coached at W-VHS. A (1st Row) Mike Riehmonn. Lesley Noe. Richard Dixon. (2nd Row) Dean Albers. Jimmy Stephen- son. Buddy Beach. Dean Curry. Kyle Bennett. Rodney Goderwis. (3rd Row) Gary Williams. Kerry Bowlin. Coach Eodes. Scotty Benton. Callen Cheesmon. (Back Row) Lance Robinson. Marty Con- nor. Chip Goff. Shawn Records. ◄A Marry Connor winds up for the pitch. A Callen Cheesmon fires the ball in to the infield from his right field position. ◄ Kerry Dowling takes the signs os John Kopp watches from short. 117 Softball 5-14 Record Misleading” Take Class A NKAC Runner-Up 118 The 1982 63 girls' softball season was one of growing and learning. The team had around 35 girls' to try out of which only 15 were selected. ’This was the first time girls softball has had that many to try out at W-V, said first-year coach Layna Cheesman. The softballers had a record of 5-14. which according to coach Cheesman was 'misleading.'' due to the loss of all- region short stop Melissa Cheesman who was subjected to knee surgery after on early season injury. The Lady Bearcats were runners-up in the Class A Con- ference which they lost to Dayton in the 10-inning of an 11-10 battle. The team also went to semifinals of the Regional tournament. They defeated Williamstown 21-5 in the first round before they lost to Simon Kenton who went on to win the Regional. The lady softballers will only lose seniors Virginia Biddle. Rhonda Elmore, who was named First Team All-Conference for her play in left-center field, and Kim Noe. who was selected by her teammates as MVP. Leading hitter and named Most Improved Player was Carmen Groves with a .460 batting overage. Rhonda Huffman was also designated Most Improved by Coach Cheesman. Karen Waller was presented with the Coach's Award. I saw improvement in every game and the outlook is bright for next year. replied Coach Cheesman. I'd like to thank Mrs. Leola Waller for her loyalty and fan support. Coach Cheesman concluded. A (1st Row) Rhondo Huffman, Carmen Groves. Karen Webster, Tracy Huff- man. Dena Courtney. (2nd Row) Condy Helton. Torino Dlock. Karen Waller. Cindy Moore. Heather Kinman. Chano Allen. Rhondo Helton. (3rd Row) Rachel Owen. Kim Noe. Coach Layna Cheesman. Rhonda Elmore. Koren Sprecher. (4th Row) Denoh Noell. Virginia Diddle. Tommy Robinson. (Not Pictured) Melissa Cheesman. AA Chona Allen awaits the pitch. A Rhonda Elmore was one of the major senior contributors to the softball team this year. ► Rhondo Huffmon keeps a watchful eye on the pitcher. 1983 Season of Growing, Learning ◄ Rachel Owen fosses fhe ball back fo the pitcher's mound. ▼ Coach Layna Cheesmon checks with score keeper Rhonda Helton for some stats during the gome. MVP Kim Noe fakes a few warm-up throws before the gome. ▼ Torino Black throws out a runner of first. ▼ T Karen Waller gets set os teammates look on anxiously. Tracy Huffman prepares to knock one out. 119 Increased Exhibitors, Interest Make 1983 Science Fair Success As the doors opened, people streamed info the gym adorned with tables containing hours of work done by the science students of W-VHS students. This was the scene for the 1983 Science Fair, sponsored by the Science Club. Mr. Freeman, Science Club sponsor said, This year's fair was a big success. We had a good turnout. Due to the increase in the number of exhibitors, we were able to hold the fair in the new gym.” The hours of hard work put in on the projects were rewarded to students with certificates for outstanding projects. Those projects that were favored by judges, received trophies for first, second, and third places. The winners of these awards in the Junior High division were Tosco Smith, 1st place; Tracy Evans, 2nd place; and 3rd place, Marc Lauterwasser. In the Physical Science division the winners were 1st place, Angela Duvall for her project How does soap and water affect oil? ; 2nd place, Karen Webster; and 3rd place, Cheryl Smith. Those deemed best in the Biology division were 1st place, Lori Waller for her project entitled, Mold possess- ing antibiotic qualities; 2nd place, Amy Butler; and 3rd place, Dana Riegler. Winners of the Advanced Science division were 1st place, Shera Scroggins for her exhibit Calorimetry; measuring the heat content of wood, 2nd place, Carrie Augensfein; and 3rd place, Maria Amodeo. - | f ► A A Mr. Lyons explains special aspects of o project to Anna Denney and Sharon King. ► Jim Art watches while Vincent Webster puts the finishing touches on his Science project. Timmy Flynn prepares his Science project for the judges. Academics is often overlooked by many, but few can deny the importance of academic achievement. Education is our reason for being, a leading educator has said. 'All else is secondary. ◄ Valedictorian Kim McLoney oddresses her fellow classmates during graduation ceremonies. ▼ Samontho Daily was the Ky. Post Spelling Dee win- ner and Teresa Dayer won the KEA spelling competition. ◄ Saltuatorian Rick Dutler prepares to speak at graduation. ▲ Parents and award winners listen intently to speakers. A CADEMICS Academic Banquet Honors At the Academic Banquet on May 19th, in the W-VHS cafeteria, several students were honored In various academic areas. The academic class awards that were given were as follows: Advanc- ed Math. Rick Butler.- Algebra II. Jeff O'Banion,- Geometry. Eric Lauterwosser.- Chemistry. Todd Porter; International Relations. Kim McLoney; Honors English. Todd Porter.- Spanish II. Marc Roland. Mr. Gary Munsie presented the Bob Jones Award for those students in each doss who moin- tained the highest GPA. The freshman winner was Tony Turner, the sophomore recipient was Kerry Bowlin, and the junior class winner was Todd Porter. Principal Frank Lyons presented Academic Diploma Awards to the following seniors: Rick Butler. Dean Curry. Blake Eisenschmidt. Amy Har- ris. Daryl Johnson. Kim McLoney. Rebecca Rouse, and Val Shields. The D.A.R. Award was given to Val Shields by Mrs. Helen Collins. Mrs. Collins also presented the 4-Yeor Americon History Award to Kim McLoney. Ms. Linda Dykes presented a special award to Todd Porter for maintaining a 4.0 GPA for the past 3 years. The academic scholarships were given by guidance counselor Mrs. Lee Mills. They were os follows: Amy Harris, Union College.- Craig Augens- tein. the U.S. Naval Academy.- Rick Butler, Eastern Kentucky University; Kim McLoney. Northern Ken- tucky University. Finally. Mr. Lyons presented the Outstanding Senior Awards. The Salufatorian of the 1933 graduating class was Rick Butler. The Senior Bob Jones Award winner and Valedictorian was Kim McLoney. 122 A Mr. Frank Lyons gives Kim McLoney her trophy os Valedictorian. A Mrs. Lee Mills presents More Roland with o certificate of recogni- tion for his selection to Kentucky Boys' State. ◄ Greg Fish, who participated in a special moth program at the elementary school, is given recognition by his teacher Mrs. Gail Jorgenson. Those Who Achieve, Excel 123 Awards Day Honors Student Accomplishment 124 Awards Day 1980 was held in the new gym on May 17 to honor those who had accomplished much in their respective classes. In the Junior High category the following awards were given: English - 7A, Kyle Kees: 7B, Hope Brewer,- 8A. Marc Lauterwasser,- 8B, Anna Denny; 8C Rodney Luttrell. 7G Rachel Thomas. Reading — 7th Grade, Trisha Kinlaw, Rodney Luttrell: 8th Grade, John Ruth. Science — 7A, Rachel Owen,- 7B, Kevin Ross,- 7C Chad Johnson,- 8A, April Tillery. 8B, Anna Denny; 8C Rodney Luttrell. Math - 7A, Rachel Owen; 7B, Tina Mulberry,- 7C, Chad Johnson,- 8B, Marty Ashcraft; 8C, Tony Glenn,- Algebra I, Mike Kromer. Social Studies — 7A, Rachel Owen; 7B, Hope Brewer; 8C, John Messmer,- 7C. Tonya Elmore.- 8B. Anna Denny.- 8A, April Tillery - Kim Vest. Physical Education — 7th Grade. Julie Brown, Dena McClain, Darrin Poore, Greg Creekmore. 8th grade. Missy Spillman, Kim Vest, Mark Lauterwasser. Joe Delacave. In the Senior High category the following awards were given: Art I - Rebecca Rouse. Art II - Donnie Simpson. Woodworking - Val Shields. General Crafts - David Grip- shover. Aaron First. General Drafting — Kim McLoney. Economics and Business Law - Mike Roaden, Record Keep- ing — Carmen Groves. Spanish I - Angelo Duvall. Spanish II - Marc Roland, English 9 - Tony Turner. English 10 - Melissa Wingate. Perfect Attendance - 7th grade - Jen- nifer Hale, Diane Riegler, Lois Brophy, Ricky Blocker. 8th grade - Samantha Bailey, Tracey Evans, Stephanie Messer, Rodney Riegler, Angie Showalter, John Ruth. 9th grade — Shawn Anderson, Terry Taylor, Karen Webster, William Sutherland. 10th grade — Thomas Campbell, Dona Riegler, Donna Twehues, Clinton Treadway. 11th grade - Mario Amodeo. Trisha Robinson, Todd Porter. 12th grade - Kevin Gallagher, Mike Kaelin, Roger Paul. Home Economic I - Maria Amodeo. Home Economic II - Amy Harris. Adult Liv- ing - Georgia Anderson. Typing II - Carmen Groves. Shor- thand II — Missy Brooks. English II - Trisha Robinson. English 12 — Kim McLoney. 9th grade Science - Tina Wilson. Biology - Melissa Wingate. Citizenship - Donifa Bird. Phsycology Sociology - Kim McLoney. Data Processing I - Chris Rohrer. Math I - Marsha Donovan. Math II - Jennifer Eddins. Algebra I - Shawn Anderson. Ag. I - Eric Duvall. Ag. II - Clinton Treadway. Ag IV - Tim Elliot. Accounting I - Melissa Wingate. Shorthand I — Amy Lyons. Business Com- munication — Dora Bayer. Typing I — Donna Twehues, Laurel Christy, Karen Waller, Dione Riegler. Horticulture - Nathan Race. V-School Award - Health Careers - Rhondo Elmore; Child Care - Barbie Huffman. Physical Education - 9th grade — Sharon Maddox, Tony Turner. Advanced P.E. - Blake Eisenschmidt. A number of other special awards were also given to outstanding people. The Woodmen of the World was receiv- ed by Todd Porter. The Walton-Verona P.T.A. awarded scholarships to Tony Fish, Terak Dilbeck, Lance Robinson. Outstanding achievement for business was awarded to Beth Plunkett, Lisa Gripshowver. Lou Ellen Ryan. Lance Robinson, Tracy Oliver, Marty Connor. Chuck Bell, Rick Butler, and Missy Brooks. Revended Kenneth Cole gave the F.C.A. Athlete of the Year award to Mark Clinkenbeard. Academic and Athletic of the Year was awarded to Amy Harris ond Mark Clinkenbeard. Many scholarships were given to the seniors, one of which was the Connie Carlisle given to Befh Plunkett. The Walton Womens Club gave a scholarship to Rhonda Elmore and Dean Curry received the Cappie Stephenson scholarship. Scenes From W-VHS '83 ◄ Dubby Beach and Chip Goff have trouble deciding what they want to buy at the FHA bake sale. ▼ Mrs. Whaley and Bobby Lonaker discuss a point in the lesson. ▼ ◄ Melissa Lindon gives Denoh Noell some help with her homework assignment. ▼ ▼ Michelle Craddock and Becky Race pick up their caps and gowns. ▼ Tim Brooks and Mr. Kluber find on interesting picture in one of their books. 125 Commencement 1983: Looking Forward” On Tuesday night, Moy 24, 1983. 46 seniors participated in Commence- ment Services. In a brief message to the graduates. Rev. Gary Kidwell of the Walton Christian Church spoke of the success and failure implicit in every opportunity” and cited examples from Genesis as illustrations. In his address Salutatorian, Rick Butler said, Life is what one makes of it. Now is the time for new ex- periences and new dreams. Try and make the best of it.” He also stated, the best comes to those who try and who are determined to succeed.” Next, Valedictorian, Kim McLoney compared life to climbing stairs with risks, failures and success. She said, What we are now is the sum total of our past and our future will be whatever we decide to make it.” She also said. There is no looking back, but we must go forward.” The main speaker of the evening was local attorney, Mr. Aso Rouse. He said the future graduates had, no choice, life is coming at you.” He com- pared the graduates in life to Bambi in the woods, only a small part with a lot of adventures and decisions to make. His final statement, Make us proud of you and be extra careful out there.” A Jubilant seniors throw their cops in the oir after receiving their diplomas. ► Milton Sherman Goff III accepts his diploma from Walt Ryan. A Senior sponsor, Mrs. Hensley, gives Dove Micheal a hand with his boutonniere. 126 Next, Mr. Frank Lyons described the 1980 class as a class in touch with one another. He went on to say, 'Parents, we made it! This class takes life as it comes, but when it gets rough, this class comes through.” Then Board Chairman Walt Ryan pro- nounced the class graduates of W-V. Seven Juniors served as ushers: Trisha Robinson, Shera Scroggins, Todd Porter, Marc Roland, Amy Lyons, Kim Watton, and Callen Cheesman. Brother Gary Kidwell of Wolton Chrisrlon Church delivers the Inspirational address ro the graduates. ▲ A Asa Rouse delivers the main address to the seniors. Lou Ellen Ryan approaches the podium to receive her diploma. ▼ Mark Butler's face shows the solemness of the occasion. 127 Graduation: A Time for Endings and Beginnings Faculty members Mr. Lorry May and Mrs. Nancy Ryan are attired In caps and gowns for graduation ceremonies. A A Relief is shown on the face of Virginia Diddle as Melisso Cheesman congratulates her after graduation. ► A Graduating seniors await the presentation of their diplomas. A Graduating seniors anxiously wait for the ceremony to begin. ► Seniors ore officially pronounced graduates of W-VHS and signify the changes their lives will take by turning their tassels. 128 Dedication The 1983 staff of The Down dedicates this yearbook to Mr. Michael Capek for his devotion through the years to education at W-VHS. Mr. Capek has been a teacher, coach, and.sponsor of activities in the school for the past four- teen years. The staff would like to show its appreciation for his hard work this year and wish him the best of luck in his future years at Walton-Verona. L.G. BALFOUR CO. AND TAYLOR PUBLISHING CO. 2024 Madison Ave. Covington, KY 41014 (606)491-6004 Class Rings, Caps and Gowns, Graduation Announcements, Yearbooks. R. Richard Rivard, J. Harry Rivard The Kentucky National Guard BENEFITS FHA HOME LOAN FOR VETERANS STATE ACTIVE DUTY INSURANCE Service of 90 days or more (Basic Training) qualifies Free $10,000 insurance while on state duty. KENTUCKY NATIONAL GUARD LICENSE PLATE SERVICEMEN’S GROUP LIFE INSURANCE One time cost of $25 and $1 annually thereafter. $35,000 for $4.06 monthly. NEW FRIENDS AND BUSINESS CONTACTS FREE MEALS WHILE TRAINING KENTUCKY TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM COMMUNITY SERVICE INVOLVEMENT Up to 50% tuition to attend any university, college, CITY OCCUPATIONAL TAX EXEMPTION vocational school or accredited proprietary school. No city tax on Guard pay. 20 Years Retirement Program at Age 60 Examples of Pay (1 October 1982) For only one weekend Grade Amount Grade Amount E-1 (2) $73.52 E-6(+6) $141.84 E-2 (2) 85.72 E-7 (+10) 171.40 E-3(+2) 97.76 W-1 (+2) 149.96 E-4(+3) 105.75 0-1 (+2) 152.52 E-5(+4) 120.76 0-2 (+6) 233.68 E-5 (+6) 128.68 0-3 (+8) 277.88 For More Detailed Information Class or Visit SFC Ernest Doll (606) 485-7689 Walton, Kentucky 130 Compliments of KY. MOTOR SERVICE 29 North Main St. Walton, KY 41094 485-4195 AIR FORCE ROTC Gateway to a great way of life. For more information contact: Air Force, Barner Hall, U.K., Lex., KY 40500 Phone: (606)257-7118 MODEL FOOD STORE Charles and Violet Praither Service Always With a Smile. Why take less when you can get more at Model? 19 South Main St. Walton, KY 41094 131 Best Wishes Bearcats Compliments of VERONA BANK Amy Harris — Pres. Todd Porter — Vice Pres. Jamie Baker — Sec. Marc Roland — Treasurer Rent to Own Without a Loan by Phone New 25 Color Console and Portable T.V.’s. Component Stereos Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators, Microwaves T.V. Rentals 3706 Dixie Hwy. 392-6666 Erlanger, Ky. 41018 Verona, Ky. 41092 485-7254 7101 Turfway Rd. Florence, Ky. 41042 371-4676 Butler Bait and Carry Out Pres. — Melissa Lindon V. Pres. — Jamie Baker Sec. — Lisa Kaelin Treas. — Trisha Robinson Historian — Susie Hopperton Reporter — Pam Losey Owner: FRANK BUTLER Phone: 485-4217 132 Compliments of WAYNE RICE Compliments of the Class of “83” CjOienee C oz-ts the oY BI-ABU'LoS4 S' Walton Safari Camp Grounds and Swimming Pool ED and CELINE LUEBBE, Owners We Support the Bearcats! Walton-Verona Pep Club Ask About Our House Specialty Combo of Cat Fish and Ribs Visit Our New Cocktail Lounge The Captain’s Quarters Join Us Sunday for Brunch Book Your Summer Picnics and Parties Now... Up to 500... Also, Parties on the River Boat. BONAR’S DEPT. STORE 65 North Main Walton, Ky. 41094 Future Farmers of America Walton-Verona Chapter Compliments of DENNIS FLYNN THE NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR BOYS STUDYING VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE 760 Service Rd. Walton, Ky. 41094 485-7179 Contractor — Electrician Pres. V. Pres. Sec. Treas. Reporter Sentinel Advisor Assist. V.P. Assist. Sec. Assist. Treas. Assist. Reporter Assist. Sentinel Ryan Christy David Michael Chip Goff Dean Albers Tony Fish Mike Roaden Kent Jackson Gale Watson Clinton Treadway Eric Duvall Jimmy Stephenson Charlie Wells Compliments of DRY RIDGE GENERAL STORE GO BEARCATSI 135 Compliments of CHAMBERS GRUBBS INC. FUNERAL HOMES Independence Walton 356-2673 485-4352 Compliments of HAMILTON FUNERAL HOME JACK RICE Expert Work Free Estimates Highway 16, Verona, Ky. 485-4885 No Job Too Small” U.S. 42 14 (606) 485-4089 Compliments of DAVE’S CHEVRON SERVICE Hwy. 14 Walton, Ky. 41094 485-7400 Congratulations From OWEN COUNTY R.E.C.C. 136 BOONE COUNTY DRUGS 485-7743 Owner: PRESTON ART Prescription — Veterinary — School — Office Hospital Supplies 26 North Main Street Walton, Ky. Easel on Down the Road to Victory Bearcats! Sponsor: Pres. Larry May Treas. HERINGER MEATS CO., INC. 16 West 7th St. Covington, Ky. 41011 291-2000 Beef — Pork — Cheese — Fish Wholesale Retail Allen Roberts Virginia Biddle BOONE COUNTY FARM SUPPLY ALL THE WAY LADY CATS! Feed, Seed, Fertilizer and Farm Supplies Phone: 356-2172 Good Luck Amy 356-7100 CHRIS COMBS, Mgr. U.S. 25 Walton, Ky. 137 Compliments of S H CONTRACTORS, INC. and O’ROURKE INDUSTRIES COMPANY Heavy Specialized Haulers and Riggers All Types of Heavy Machinery Walton, KY 41094 485-4185 1-75 and Highway 16 NELSON GROVES, President PIONEER. PIONEER SEEDS Compliments of BARKER CONSTRUCTION Verona, Ky. 41092 485-7215 Septic Tanks — Water Lines Custom Backhoe — Precast Cisterns Hydraulic Crane Area Distributor: JIM STEPHENSON shes BADGES BY DARON Glencoe, Ky. 41046 643-4501 You Name It — We Can Print It Seniors of “84” Are 1 “The Chi to our future” Registered Chianina SUPERMASTER’S CHAMP V.B.S. FARMS Jagg Road, Demossville, Ky. 485-4482 139 CUTS PLUS ROBINSON’S GROCERY 124 South Main St. Walton, Ky. (606) 485-7598 By Appointment Only Highway 16 Open 6 Days a Week 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Owners: RANDALL JOSEPHINE ROBINSON JAMES A. KANNADY Auctioneer Farm Sales 356-6025 Liquidations Day or Night Antiques 356-6022 Personal Property Green Road Walton, Ky. Country Corner Verona, KY Owned by: CLEOMESSMER DARL ASHCRAFT CONSTRUCTION All Types New Homes and Remodeling Over 25 Years Experience Phone: 824-6485 824-4379 In Loving Memory of Jeff Smith 1965-1983 From Shera 140 N. Main Street Walton, KY 41094 BEARCAT DEN Open Every Day Serving Breakfast Lunch Dinner 141 Locker Plant and Slaughter House WALTON-LOCKER PLANT Wholesale Meats Sold and Processed for Home Freezers 106 N. Main Walton, Ky. 41094 BOB STEPHENSON RUSSELL STEPHENSON Phone: 485-7173 485-7104 LATONIA BLACK TOP SERVICE Now Serving the Walton-Verona Area G. C. “TIP” RICHARDSON, Owner • Quality Materials — Experienced Personnel — Estimates • Driveways Parking Lots Weather Proofing 142 W-VHS Faces ◄ Michelle Craddock seems lost in o world of her own during o basketball gome. MV Andro Cummins appears almost airborne os she strides out dur- ing a spring frock meet. ▼ Lance Robinson dictates some material Into the dictaphone for later transcription. ▼▼ Ron Sims grimaces os he cranks up the volume a little higher. 143 Congratulations to the class of 1983 from the bank that takes an interest in Kentucky. KENTUCKY NATIONAL BANK Main Office: 19 North Main Street Walton, KY 41094 (606)485-4121 MEMBER FDIC Walton Branch: 194 North Main Street Walton, KY 41094 (606)485-4166 Florence Branch: 7990 Dixie Highway Florence. KY 41042 (606) 371 -2500 Formerly Dixie State Bank 144 • - -