Wamego High School - Wa Kaw Yearbook (Wamego, KS)

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VINCE BURGESS MARTHA CARNAHAN “I’m looking at my senior year with mixed emotions. As I look back 12 years; I see a certain secu- rity that I’ll lose. But as I look ahead, I see an exciting life that I can’t wait to experience. ” LAURA CARROLL NANCY CASEY LONNY CASPER RICHIE CHREST “One thing that has been worth waiting for is walking down the halls and not having to worry about any- one older. You have a real sense of ‘seniority’. ” DAN COLLETTE KURT CONDRAT “Through 12 long years of trial and error, and dreaming of the glo- rious day when we would be sen- iors, and to have it pass by so quick- ly is mind boggling!’’ TIM COOK SEAN CORDRY “My senior year has truly been my most enjoyable ever. Why? It could be that the atmosphere has changed from one of apathy to one of school pride and enthusiasm. Or it could be that this is my last year as a ‘kid’ and I’m making the most of it. Some people wish they had gone to a bigger school; I’m glad I went to Wamego High!-Go Raid- ers!” KERRY DICK BRENDA DINGER

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(Seniora DAWN ALTHOUSE URSULA AUER LORI BA1ROW “I remember saying, 7 can't wait until I'm a senior!’ Now our senior year has come. It’s filled with memories that will stay with us for many years. This makes the wait worthwhile. ” JIM BALLENGER MICHELLE BELIN “Senior year, moving out, I can’t wait! Most seniors have this thought. Stop! Wait! Don’t rush, life is a scary thing, especially when you ’re all alone. Treasure what you have and keep it as long as you can. ’’ JAMES BENNETT LAURA BEVITT “This year has brought more confusion than I ever imagined. I’m ready to move on, yet so afraid of what’s ahead. It’s been worth the wait to be a senior because of all the friends I’ve made along the TIM BLANKLEY AMY BLUME ANGIE BOOTH “Seniors! I can't believe we've finally made it! Our class is very special to me because we 've shared so much. I’ll miss them next year. My memories of my senior year will last forever. ” SUZANNE BRAZZLE TERESA BRUNKOW 6

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 ■H The view of a foreign student “Comparing the American School System to ours in Austria, it is hard to tell which one is better ” said Ursula Auer, one of two AFS students. “Both my home town school in Austria and Wamego High School have their advantages and their disadvantages ” Austrian schools don’t have sports, only physical education classes. Ursula is enjoying being on the tennis team this year and staying active. “Sports have helped me to make friends and have loads of fun; although it was a strange feeling to compete with other players. ” Switching classes every hour is another new experience for Ursula. “We don't have to change classes ” says Ursula “The teachers move from room to room each class period It is less confusing to the students and they team easier since they’re always organized In one-room ” Everybody knows everyone in Austria Since the classes are small, your “best buddy” Is always there to chat with Here at WHS each student’s “best buddy” is either in the same classroom or busy studying in another classroom; but they are always there to chat with at lunch or after school. ” continued Auer. “I like being a foreign exchange student and I like going to school in Austria. It depends on which one you ’re use to. Each school is a uniquely different experience that anyone would enjoy going through, and it was a wonderful opportunity for me to get to come here. Wamego, as many students know, has a friendly atmosphere and a welcome feeling greets you as you walk in the door in the morning. says Ursula. Amy Jones, jr.