Wathena High School - Wildcat Yearbook (Wathena, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1988 volume:

'If % i m % S M °n s _-ft£ % Openinj S tu iat Ac-f Vi S9QR+S dubs Aca em'd Closirxj’ ) % 2 , P -ff , tl It 90 Vm J0v ■ Walk on the Wild Side Wildcat '88 Wathena High School Wathena, Kansas Volume ’88 usually just see the serious side of the students here at W.H.S.—whether it is during semester test time or at an intense sports event. Now, how fair is that? To be able to get to know someone, you have to see all of their different moods and personalities. So. in this edition of the Wildcat year- book we will take a look at the wilder side of the stu- dents. You know the part. The part in all of us that craves for excitement and ends up paying for it later. Let's recap some of the wilder moments at W.H.S. many of you remember when a teacher’s hall paddle was stolen and held for ransom by a mischievous student? Or did you hear when a student told an unsuspecting class- mate to do the wrong assign- ment, just for a laugh. This is not even the half of it. The excitement and crazi- ness is not restricted just to school. Students being let out of school are kind of like wild animals breaking out of a zoo! Most kids enjoy hopping in their cars and spinning their tires or seeing how many doughnuts they can pull off in the school parking lot on a weekend night. A good example may also be going home well after a curfew and seeing which one of their wild selection of excuses their parents will buy. Yes, the high school years can very well be called the best years of a person’s life because these years have a feeling of freedom and ad- venture. by Angie Spainhower 2 Opening Not now. Jay. I've got a head- ache—Lesley Koehler and Jay Hartman goof off before chorus, photo by— Nicki Simpson The King of Cool kicks back— A.J. Braithwait’s Dippity Do hairstyle really becomes him during one of our football spirit days, photo by—Janna Boos I think I've got the hang of it—Angie Davis tries her potato swinging skills dur- ing the Gym Olympics held before Christmas vacation. photo by—Janna Boos What’s this? Party time in PT?—Heidi Engemann and Brent Vertin joke around before their Principles of Technol- ogy class begins, photo by—Janna Boos 3 TU DE It 15 This year seems to be my best year yet because we finally have a good group of seniors. —Anginette McAdams Get that boy on Star Search!— Brian Walker gives the hula- hoop a try at the Homecoming pep rally.—photo by Miss Reese 7 really felt good about W.H.S. when ev- eryone went out on Troy's football field dur- ing the halftime of the game. The spirit was great!I—Andrea Lehman What an attitude!— Tara Deaton and Jennifer McAdams ham it up during the Spirit Week festivities.— photo by Miss Reese V________________ 4 Students Division 7 seems like everyone has more spirit this year. I like it. It makes school seem more fun. — Chris Kucan Alright everybody Say cheesel— The flag girts take time out to smile for the camera during the Spirit Week parade. They are es- corted by Jerry Jones.—photo by Miss Reese. All for Red and Blue—The Wathena Wildcats take time out of their busy day to pose for a student body picture. photo by Bray HILb This should be an omen for a good year because marching band is over and I didn't fall in a ditch!.”— Mrs. Schmidt Boogie-woogie bugle boy from W.H.S.—Kris Kucan adds to the en- tertainment of the day.—photo by Miss Reese Students. More wild than tame, more crazy than sane, more loud than quiet, more spirit than dullness, and more positive than negative. No matter what, it takes all kinds to make a student body. The student body at W.H.S. is no different. That may be the best part of the school. Everyone has something differ- ent to offer. But one thing is true for almost everyone here in our high school ... we have more school spir- it and pridel I think the students Things came back different this year. ’’ said Jim Simerly, junior. They seem a flashier with a little more spunk and a lot more pride. I think the morale of the stu- dents this year was up a 10%.” I'm really im- pressed with all of the students,’’ said Brenda Bauman, senior. The classes seem to be pulling together more. A good example of this could be spirit week and the positive response to the pride shirts. ’’ by Angie Spainhower Opening. Senior Choices Seniors Juniors Sophomores. Freshmen 1♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ________________y Students Division 5 — Best Dressed Brandy Libel and Angie Spainhower Best Sense of Humor Doug Bauman and Katy Elder hc Pick of the Citter Class Leaders Joyce Jones and A.J. Braithwait Most Athletic Rodney McVey and Janna Boos .. ■ 6 Seniors Friendliest Joyce Jones and Ed Poirier Most Popular A.J. Braithwait and Brenda McVey Cutest Couple Brent Vertin and Joanne McMullen Photos by Bray Most School Spirit Doug Bauman and Amy Dittemore Seniors 7 Lisa Shannon Cluck Leslie Louise Cox Amy Lou Dittemore Janna Lynn Boos Austin James Braithwait Sheila Elaine Clark Brenda Kay Bauman Douglas William Bauman Michelle Lee Bell 8 Seniors 7 . Katherine Grace Elder Heidi Lynn Engemann Michelle Renee Haupt H'r, '-«ffeMMMMi Brenda Jean Horner Tonya Raye Juhl Joyce Marie Jones Brandon Andrew Libel Anginette Rene McAdams Joanne McMullen 1 v , ‘w. O O t ► o ♦ O 3 O 4 0' Q O • • « 0 • o 0 ♦ o v Seniors 9 Walk of Life I will always remember: Bob Endy, “The Temple of Doom”—Brent Vertin Doug Dishon hitting Mr. Leach on the head with a roll—A.J. Braithwait. Handcuffing Brenda McVey to the heater in Ms. Shaw’s room.—Janet Sharp and Sheila Clark. Mistaking Tarkio for To- kyo.— Lisa Cluck J ' Dearest Chad, We all love you very much, and we hope all your dreams and ambitions come true. Keep doing your best and all good things can hap- pen. You’re still the cutest thing going. Love, Mom Dad Bobby, Glenn, Denee, Renee and Nicholas Brenda, You’ve made us very proud of you these past thirteen years! We know you will continue to make the right choices. You have the intelli- gence and determination to be anything you choose. Go for it!! Doug, Where have the years gone? Douglas, we are so proud of you, and we love you so much. Our wish for you future is Health and Happi- ness and most of all. Love. May you always walk in the Sunshine of God’s love. All our love always. Mom and Dad v 10 baby pics Angie, Congratulations and best wishes. I am very proud of you. You are a winner. Always believe in yourself and you will succeed in life. May God bless you always. Love you lots, Mom Deanne, We’ve watched you grow from a sweet little girl to a beautiful young lady that we are very proud of. Your Dad and I wish you all the best that life has to offer: love, happiness, and success. No matter where life leads you, always re- member you have our love. Mom and Dad Dear Joyce, We are very proud of you and your accom- plishments. Our “Thanks to You” for a job well-done. Our best wishes go with you and we hope that KU and college life live up to all your expectations. May God bless and keep you. Love, Dad and Mom Janelle, Congratulations. Darling, always be yourself. Love others most of all and seek the Lord for guidance and you’ll go far. Love, Mom and Dad Michelle, Time’s gone by hasn’t it? We love you and pray your every dream will come true as you go through the years. God bless! Love, Mom, Dad, and Nicholle Tonya, Congratulations and best wishes go with you in whatever you do. Remember we love you and will always be here for you. Love, Mom Dad Janna, How time flies. Seems like like only yester- day that you were our little bird---- Good luck in all your future endeavors. We know you will succeed in anything you do. We love you, Mom Dad Amy, We are so proud of you. May God bless you in all that you do. Our love and best wishes to you always. Love, Mom and Dad Leslie, Good luck to you Leslie. We hope you will always stay the same warm and vigorous per- sonality in this picture. May God bless you, Always, Love, Dad and Mom Nat, We wish you happiness in whatever you do. We love you, Mom and Dad Brenda, You have brought us much happiness and we hope the future holds only the best for you. Love, Mom Dad Katy, Dear, As we have watched you grow it has been such a joy to see the person you’ve become. May the Lord’s blessing continue to be upon you. We love you so much. Dad and Mom Baby Pics 11 Brenda Jo McVey Rodney Eugene McVey Chad Anthony Poirier Evalee Margaret Rolfsmeyer Edward LaMonte Poirier III Sandra Kay Ramseier Natalie Sue Ruhnke Janet Lorene Sharp Angela Sue Spainhower 12 Seniors S-E-N-I-O-R-S, Seniors are the very best—The seniors gave it all they had at their last Homecom- ing pep rally on Wathena Mainstreet. photo by Nancy Reese. o o D o ° % • o 4 o J o • ♦ o 0 % 3 • A ♦ ▲ Seniors 13 Brent Stephan Vertin Janelle Marie Steeby Deanne Renee Studer James Dean Tawzer 'VJLVf. .s t V .V N ..NX Class officers—Joyce Jones, president; A.J. Braithwait, vice-president; Michelle Haupt, secretary; and Janna Boos, treasurer, photo by Nicki Simpson. Brent, Be the best that you can be in whatever you do, and you will always make us proud. May God be with you always. Love, Mom and Dad Sheila Babe, People love flowers, Flowers love dew, Some may love others, But we love you. Dad and Mom Janet, Congratulations and best wishes in all you do. Always ask for God’s guidance and be patient and wait for his answer. We are very proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad Heidi Lynn, What you are is God’s gift to you. What you become is your gift to God.” Go for it!! Woof!! Mom and Dad Jim, Good luck as you go out into this big world. May all of your dreams come true. Love, Mom Brandy, We're already proud of you and what you have accom- plished! We know you’ll make us even prouder. There is a saying you can't please everyone , but —if you are proud of yourself and what you do. that's all that counts. We love you. and will be here to help anytime you need us. Love. Mom and Dad Austin, Congratulations! We are very proud of you. We hope you’ll always have lots of reasons to keep on smiling. Love, Mom, Dad, and Jill 14 Baby Pics 1975-76 Kindergarten class: First row: Clay Cloud. Brandy Libel. Janna Boos. Deanne Studer, Leslie Cox. Sandy Ramseier. Brenda McVey. Timmy Chambers. Second row: Amy McMullen. Darren Burns. Natalie Ruhnke, Joyce Jones. Shannon Guess. Angie Spainhower, Shei- la Clark, Angie Blunt, Mrs. Coats. MB COATtS AN MNDIRCARTEN ONir SCHOOL DIST406 HRS COATES First row: Amy Dittemore, Chrissy Wilson. Brian Dauis. Heidi Engemann, Michelle Jones, Eddie Poirier. Second row: Chris Baker. Anginette McAdams, Amy Coursen, Janet Sharp, Lisa Cluck. Brent Vertin. Mrs. Coats. Third row: Doug Bauman, Brenda Bauman Vacile Booth, Michelle Haupt, Tonya Juhl, Brad Drake. Walk of Life Mothers and fathers wonder how their little girls and boys have grown into young adults. They will soon be walking down the aisle at graduation, when 17 years ago, (which seems like yester- day to the parents) they were taking their first step. Soon they will begin the walk of life on to whatever they plan to do. Their parents wish them luck in their dedications. Baby pictures were paid for by the parents. Baby Pics 15 SENIORS: In a Class by Themselves. The senior class of 1988: top to bottom: Lisa Cluck, Leslie Cox, Joanne McMullen, Rodney McVey, Chad Poirier, Michelle Haupt, Joyce Jones, Sandy Ramseier, Deanne Studer, Evalee Rolfsmeyer, Janna Boos, Angie Spainhower, Brenda McVey, Heidi Engemann, Tonya Juhl, Jimmy Tawzer Brenda Bauman, Natalie Ruhnke, Janelle Steeby, Anginette McAdams, Ed Poirier, Katy Elder, Brandy Libel, Brent Vertin, Doug’Bauman Sheila Clark, Janet Sharp. Not pictured: A.J. Braithwait and Amy Dittemore. 16 Seniors BRENDA KAY BAUMAN Basketball 1-4. Boy’s Basketball Manager 2-4; Track 1-4; Math Club 2-4. Math Contest 2-4; Science Club 1-3; Spanish Club 4; Speech and Drama Club 2-4. Treasurer 4. Speech and Drama Contest 2.3. Regional Contest 2; FHA 1; W-Club 1-4; Pep Club 1-4, Vice President 3; Student Council 4. President 4; National Honor Society 2-4; Yearbook Staff 3.4. Student Life Editor 4; Band 1-4. Chorus 1-4. State Music Contest 1-3, Honors Band 3.4; All School Play 2. All School Musical 4; High Honor Roll 3. Honor Roll 1-4; Distinguished American High School Students 4; County Government Day. Clerk of the District Court 4; Girl’s State Alternate 3; Presidential Classroom candidate 4; Page for the State House of Representatives 3. AMBITION: Physical Therapist. DOUGLAS WILLIAM BAUMAN Football 1-4; Track 1-4; Math Club 1,2,4. Secretary 4. Math Contest 3.4; Science Club 1-4, President 4. Science Contest 3; Speech and Drama Club 1-4, Speech and Drama Contest 1-4, State Contest 1.2; FFA 1-4, Horticulture Contest 4; W-Club 2-4; Student Council 1.2; Knowledge Bowl 2-4; Newspaper Staff 4; Band 1-4. Honors Band 3; All School Play 2. Elest Actor. All School Musical 3. Best Supporting Actor. All School Musical 4; County Government Day. County Farm Agent 4; Boy's State 3; Football Homecoming Escort 4; Senior Class Choice. Best Sense of Humor and Most Class Spirit; AMBITION: Tcachlng Coach. MICHELLE LEE BELL Math Club 2.3; Business Club 2-4; FHS 2.3, Treasurer 2. Vice President 3; FFA 1.2; Pep Club 1; Chorus 2; AMBITION: Business Accounting. JANNA LYNN BOOS Volleyball 1-4, All League 3.4. All County Honorable Mention 3. All County 4; Basketball 1-4. All County Honorable Mention 3; Track 1-3; Cheerleader 2-4, Head Cheerleader 4; Math Club 2-4. Math Contest 2-4; Business Contest 3; Speech and Drama Club 2. Secretary 3.4. Speech and Drama Contest 2.3, Regional and State Contest 2; FHA 1; W-Club 1-4; Pep Club 1-4; National Honor Society 2-4. Secretary 4; Yearbook Staff 3.4. Photo Editor 4. KSPA Journalism Regional and State Contest 3; Band 1-4. Chorus 2-4, State Music Contest 1-3; Class Treasurer 3.4; All School Play 2. All School Musical 3.4; Honor Roll 1-4; Girl’s State 3; Football Homecoming Candidate 4; Senior Choice. Best Athlete; AMBITION: Fashion Merchandising. AUSTIN JAMES BRAITHWAIT Football 2-4. All League 4. State Honorable Mention 4; Cross Country 1-4; Basketball 1-4, All League Honorable Mention 3; Track 1.2,4; Math Club 2-4, Vice President 4. Math Contest 2.4; Business Club 2-4. Vice President 4. Business Contest 3.4; Science Club 1-4. Vice President 4. Science Contest 3; Spanish Contest 3; Mr. FHA Candidate 1-3; W-Club 2-4; Student Council 2-4. Treasurer 2. Vice President 3; National Honor Society 2-4, Treasurer 3. President 4; Knowledge Bowl 2,3; Newspaper Staff 4; Class Vice President 1-4; High Honor Roll 3. Honor Roll 1-3; Emporia State Scholarship Contests. Honorable Mention in the State In Chemistry and 1st in County 3; County Government Day. County Sheriff 4; Presidential Classroom 4; Basketball Sweetheart Escort 3. Football Homecoming Escort 4; Senior Choice. Class Leader and Most Popular; AMBITION: Corporate Lawyer. SHEILA ELAINE CLARK Math Club 2.3; Business Club 2-4. Business Contest 4; Speech and Drama Club 3.4. Treasurer 3; FHA 1.2; Newspaper Staff 3. KSPA Journalism Regional and State Contest 3; Band 1-4. Cho- rus 2-4; Honor Roll 4, Honorable Mention 3; County Government Day. Zoning and Planning 4; AMBITION: Cosmetologist. LISA SHANNON CLUCK Volleyball Manager 1; Track Manager 3,4; Math Club 4. Math Contest 3; Business Club 4; FHA 1-3, Secretary 2; FFA Sweetheart Candidate 4; Chorus 1-4; County Government Day. Home Economist 4; AMBITION: Cosmotologist. LESLIE LOUISE COX Volleyball Manager 1; Track 1-4, Track Manager 4; Math Club 2-4. Math Contest 3.4; Business Club 2-4; Science Club 1-3; FHA 1-3, Historian 1; Pep Club 1-4; National Honor Society 3,4; Cho- rus 2-4; Honor Roll 1-4; Distinguished American High School Stu- dents 4; Emporia State Scholarship Contest, 3rd in the State 1; County Government Day. County Clerk 4; Outstanding Student in Algebra II. Computers. Shorthand, and Sociology 3; Outstand- ing Student Nomination 3: AMBITION: Business. AMY LOU DITTEMORE Volleyball Manager 3; Basketball Manager 1-4; Math Club 4; Business Club 2-4; FHA 1; Pep Club 1-4. Treasurer 4; Chorus 1- 3; Honor Roll 4; Senior Choice. Most Spirited; AMBITION: Undecided. KATHERINE GRACE ELDER Math Club 1,2; Business Club 1.2; Speech and Drama Club 2-4, President 3.4. Speech and Drama Contest 1.3. Regional Contest 2; FHA 1-3; Student Council 3,4; Knowledge Bowl 3.4; Year- book Staff 3.4; Newspaper Staff 3.4. Editor 4; Band 1.2. Chorus 2-4, State Music Contest 1-3; All School Play 2, All School Musical 3.4; Honor Roll 1-4; County Government Day. Magistrate Judge 4; Girl’s State Alternate 3; Presidential Class- room 4; Senior Choice. Best Sense of Humor; AMBITION: Journalism Advertising. HEIDI LYNN ENGEMANN Volleyball 1-4; Basketball 1; Math Club 2-4, Math Contest 2.4; Science Club 1-4, Treasurer 3. Secretary 4, Science Contest 3,4; Speech and Drama Club 2-4, Secretary 3. Speech and Drama Contest 2; W-Club 3,4; Pep Club 1-4. Sccrctary Trcasurer 3, President 4; Student Council 3,4, Treasurer 4, Vice President 4; National Honor Society 3.4; Knowledge Bowl 2-4, Co-Captain 3,4; Band 1-4, Chorus 1-4, State Music Contest 1-3, Honors Band 2; All School Play 2, All School Musical 3.4; High Honor Roll 2-4. Honor Roll 1; County Government Day. County Com- missioner 4; Girl’s State 3; Senior Choice. Most likely to succeed; AMBITION: Chemical Engineering. MICHELLE RENEE HAUPT Volleyball 1-4, All County Honorable Mention 4; Basketball 1-4; Track 1.2.4, Track Manager 3; Cheerleader 2-4; Math Club 2-4, Secretary 2. Treasurer 4. Math Contest 2-4; Business Club 2-4, Business Contest 3.4; Science Club 1,2; Spanish Club 4; FHA 1; W-Club 1-4; Pep Club 1-4; Student Council 4; National Honor Society 2-4, Vice President 4; Yearbook Staff 3.4. Sports Editor 4; Band 1-4, Chorus 2-4, State Music Contest 1-3, Honors Band 3.4; Class Secretary 2-4; All School Musical 4; High Honor Roll 2.3. Honor Roll 1-4; Distinguished American High School Stu- dents 4; Emporia State Scholarship Contest. Honorable Mention in the State in English 1; County Government Day, County Attor- ney; Presidential Classroom 4; Football Homecoming Candidate 4; Page for the State House of Representatives; AMBITION: Corporate Lawyer. BRENDA JEAN HORNER Business Club 3; FHA 3; Newspaper Staff 3; Chorus 3; AMBI- TION: Journalist. JOYCE MARIE JONES Cross Country 1.2; Basketball 1-4; Track 1-3; Math Club 2-4. Math Contest 2-4; Spanish Club 4; Spanish Contest 3; FHA 1; W-Club 1-4; Pep Club 1.2; Student Council 1-4; National Honor Society 2-4; Knowledge Bowl 1; Band 1-4; Chorus 1,2; Class President 1-4; All School Musical 4; Honor Roll 1-4; Presidential Classroom 4; Senior Choice. Class Leader and Friendliest; AMBI- TION: Medicine. TONYA RAYE JUHL Football Manager 3; Business Club 2-4; Science Club 2.3; Speech and Drama Club 3.4. Speech and Drama Contest 3,4; FHA 1; FFA 2; Newspaper Staff 3; Chorus 2.4; AMBITION: Law en- forcement. BRANDON ANDREW LIBEL Football 2-4, All League 4; Cross Country 2,3; Basketball 1-4; Track 1; Math Club 2-4, Math Contest 2-4; Business Club 2-4. Vice President 3, Business Contest 2-4; Science Club 1-3; W-Club 2-4; Yearbook Staff 4. Business Manager 4; All School Musical 4; Honor Roll 1-4; Who’s Who Among American High School Stu- dents 4; County Government Day. County Appraiser 4; Boy's State 3; Presidential Classroom 4; Basketball Sweetheart Escort 4; Senior Choice, Best Dressed; AMBITION: Business Accounting. ANGINETTE RENEE McADAMS FHA 1-3; Pep Club 1.2; Band 1-4, Chorus 3.4; AMBITION: Undecided. joanne mcmullen Math Club 2.3. Math Contest 3; Business Club 2-4. Business Contest 3.4; Pep Club 2; Chorus 1.2; High Honor Roll 3.4; Out- standing Student in Accounting and Shorthand; County Government Day, County Treasurer; Senior Choice. Cutest Cou- ple; AMBITION: Certified Public Accountant. BRENDA JO McVEY Volleyball 1; Basketball 1-4; Track 1,2.4, Track Manager 3; Math Club 2.3; Business Club 2-4, Treasurer; Speech and Drama Club 4; FHA 1; W-Club 1-4; Band 1-4. Chorus 2-4; Honor Roll Honorable Mention 3; County Government Day. County Commis- sioner 4; Football Homecoming Queen 4; Senior Choice. Most Popular; AMBITION: Social Worker College. RODNEY EUGENE McVEY Football 1-4; Cross Country 1.2; Basketball 1-4; Track 1.2. State Track 1; FHA 1; FFA 1-4; W-Club 1-4; Band 1.2. Chorus 1.2; Basketball Sweetheart Escort 3.4; Senior Choice. Class Athlete; AMBITION: Vo-Tech School. CHAD ANTHONY POIRIER Football Manager 1; Track 1.3; Math Club 2; Science Club 1-4; FFA 1,2.4; Newspaper Staff 3; Band 1; AMBITION: Vo-Tech School. EDWARD LAMONTE POIRIER III Cross Country 1.2; Basketball 1-4; Track 1.2; Science Club 3; Speech and Drama Club 2-4; Mr. FHA Candidate 1-3; FFA 1-3; Chorus 1.2; All School Play 3. All School Musical 4; County Government Day. County Commissioner 4; Basketball Sweetheart Escort 4; Senior Choice, Best Looking and Friendliest; AMBITION: Undecided. SANDRA KAY RAMSEIER Science Club 3; FHA 1-3; FFA 4. Reporter 4. 3rd place in Horti- culture Contest 4; Pep Club 1; Yearbook Staff 3. Photographer 3; Newspaper Staff 3; Chorus 2.4; Honor Roll 1.2.4, Honorable Mention 3; AMBITION: Own my own business. EVALEE MARGARET ROLFSMEYER Math Contest 2.3; Chorus 1; High Honor Roll 1-3; Honor Roll 4; AMBITION: Missionary Work Construction. NATALIE SUE RUHNKE Basketball Manager 1; Science Club 4; FHA 1; Pep Club 1.2; Newspaper Staff 3.4; Band 1-4. Chorus 1.2.4. State Music Contest 3; AMBITION: Travel Agent. JANET LORENE SHARP Basketball 1-4; Track 1-4; Math Club 2; Business Club 2-4. Presi- dent 4, Business Contest 1.2; Science Club 2; FHA 1; W-Club 2- 4; Pep Club 1,2; Student Council 4; Band 1-4, Outstanding Band Member 3, Chorus 3. Honors Band 2,3; High Honor Roll 1-3; Emporia State Scholarship Contest; Speed Typing State Run- ner Up and Production Typing—State Runner-Up; County Government Day. Home Health Nurse 4; AMBITION: Unde- cided. ANGELA SUE SPAINHOWER Volleyball 3; Cross Country 1,2; Basketball 1; Track 1; Business Club 1-4. Secretary 4; Science Club 1,2; W-Club 2; Pep Club 1; Yearbook Staff 3.4. Editor 4; Newspaper Staff 3; Band 1-4, Cho- rus 3. Honors Band 3; County Government Day. County Com- missioner; Senior Choice, Best Dressed; AMBITION: Dental As- sistant. JANELLE MARIE STEEBY Cross Country 1.3,4, State Cross Country 4; Track 1-4; Business Club 4; Speech and Drama Club 3; W-Club 3.4; Chorus 1-4. Re- gional and State Contest 3; All School Musical 4; County Government Day. Register of Deeds; AMBITION: Coach Singer DEANNE RENEE STUDER Science Club 2; FHA 1-3, Historian 2; FFA 4, Treasurer 4. 3rd place In Horticulture Contest 4; Pep Club 1,2; Yearbook Staff 3.4. Staff Artist 3.4; Newspaper Staff 3.4; Chorus 2,4; Honor Roll 1.2. Honorable Mention 3. County Government Day, County Treasurer; Senior Choice. Best Looking; AMBITION: Graphics Design. JAMES DEAN TAWZER Cross Country 1,2, Cross Country Manager 4; Basketball 1; Track 1-4; FHA 2; FFA 3.4; AMBITION: Truck Driver BRENT STEPHEN VERTIN Football 1-4; Basketball 1-4; Track 1.2; Math Club 2-4, President 4, Math Contest 2-4; Business Club 2-4; Science Club 4. Science Contest 3; Spanish Club 4; FFA 1.2; W-Club 2-4; Student Council 4; National Honor Society 3.4; Chorus 3; Honor Roll 1-4; County Government Day, County Engineer 4; Boy’s State 3; Football Homecoming Escort 4; Senior Choice. Most Likely to Succeed and Cutest Couple; AMBITION: Aeronautical Engineer. Senior Accomplishments 17 Barton, Guy Baskins, Angie Caton, Brad Clary, Rhonda Elder, Israel Groh, Sarah Jones, George Jones, Michelle Koehler, Lesley Krousa, Leann Long, Michael McVey, Jenny The junior class was polled to find out what their favorite place to hang- out was. The results are below: page design by Brenda Bauman Class Officers—Leann Krousa, president; Nicki Simp- son, vice-president; George Jones, secretary; and Angie Bas- kins, treasurer, photo by Janna Boos Front row—Traci VanWey. Paige Studer. Sue Remmers. Shelly Weaks. Jenny McVey. Sarah Groh. Mary Beth Schmille. Reggie McVey. Rhonda Clary. Brian Walker. Annette Weishoar. Todd Michaels. Middle row—Angle Baskins. Brad Caton. Lesley Koehler. Jim Simerly. Bret Robinson. Angie Shellenberger. Wally Snodgrass. Mike Long. Tina Thomas. Billie Jo Steeby. Michelle Jones. Back row—Leann Krousa. Nicki Simpson. Israel Elder. Chris Witt. Guy Bar ton.' 18 juniors McVey, Regina Michaels, Todd Remmers, Susan Robison, Bret Schmllle, Mary Beth Shellenberger, Angie Slmerly, James Simpson, Nicole Snodgrass, Wally Steeby, Billie Jo Studer, Paige Thomas, Tina VanWey, Traci Walker, Brian Weaks, Shelly Welshaar, Annette What are you looking at ugly?— Shelly Weaks yells at the cameraman for taking her picture during the food drive for Thanksgiving, photo by Janna Boos o 0 ° ° • ♦ ° .0 v ♦ A O o ♦ o O o O o O juniors 19 Colhour, Michael Cox, Lisa Davis, Angelia Force, Tony Hartman, Jason Hayes, Craig Hawkins, Jerry Jackson, Michelle Jones, Sandy Koelliker, Rick Laipple, Jason Lehman, Andrea Masters, Nicki page design by Brenda Bauman No, I'm serious—Vickie Tafoya tries to convince Nicki Masters that she really knows a gorgeous guy she wants to fix her up with, photo by Nicki Simpson McCoy, Chad The sophomore class took a poll to determine what their fa- vorite top ten single was for the month of November 1987. The results are as follows: Billy Idol — Mony Mony.” Europe — Carrie.1 Heart — Who Will You Run To. 14% Fleetwood Mac— Little Lies. 18% • % Merritt, Sheila O Morris, Christel o Newcomb, Angela □ ■ Orcutt, Jamie o O A D o Q O Perry, Kris • % 4 Ptomey, Bryan A Tafoya, Vickie 0 • Simpson, Kenneth ■ A % A O o ♦ o Tucker, Joe 7 Webb, Anna Wyatt, Jo Wyatt, Kay Class officers—Lisa Bauman, president; Christel Morris, vice-president; Jo Wyatt, secretary; and Kay Wyatt, treasurer. First row — Tony Force. Jerry Hawkins. Jay Hartman. Second row— Craig Hayes. Chad McCoy. Andrea Lehman. Jo Wyatt. Christel Morris. Lana Schultz. Kris Perry. Vickie Tafoya. Nicki Masters. Sandy Jones. Jamie Orcutt. Lisa Bauman. Third row—Anna Webb. Lisa Cox. Sheila Merrit. Rogenna Bell. Angela Davis. Kay Wy- att. Edward Berger. Nan Boos. Michael Colhour. Fourth row—Kenny Simpson. Joe Tucker. Rick Koelliker. Michelle Jackson. Angela Newton. Ricky Bauman. Terry Bauman. Bryan Ptomey. London Campbell. Jason Laipple. sophomore 21 Front rou —Eva Schmtlle. Lisa Getting. Angela Theis. Mike Bell. Kiley Rice. Nicole Haupt. Josh Elder. Jenifer McAdams. Brett Miller. Mitzi Juhl. Peggy Weishoar Middle row—Michelle Beattie. Crisha Orcutt. Kath- erine Bauman. Paula Weishoar. Duston Han- son. Tonya Drake. Kenya McCrory. Damon Hanson. Billy Walts. Kurt Engemann. Rex Rolfsmeyer. Back row—Jason Christman. Stanley Potter. Chris Kucan. Terry Hartley. Tim Wifi. Jeremy Murphy. Chris Groh. Bri- an Fansher. Sharon Dovis. Robbin Hartman. Joe Ramseier. Gary DeVault. Dave Steeby. Stephen Rolfsmeyer Class officers—Jenifer McAdams, president; Tanya Drake, vice-president; Ki ey Rice, secretary; and David Steeby, treasurer, photo by Janna Boos page design by Brenda Bauman Bauman, Katherine Beattie, Michelle Bell, Mike Christman, Jason Davis, Sharon Deaton, Tara DeVault, Gary Drake, Tanya Elder, Josh Engemann, Kurt 22 freshmen Fansher, Brian Geetlng, Lisa Groh, Chris Hansen, Damon Hansen, Duston Hartley, Terry Hartman, Robbin Haupt, Nicholle Juki, Mitzi Kucan, Chris McAdams, Jenifer McCrory, Kenya Miller, Brett Murphy, Jeremy Orcutt, Crisha Potter, Stanley Ramseler, Joe Rice, Kiley Rolfsmeyer, Rex Rolfsmeyer, Stephan Russo, Jesika O o Schmllle, Eva Steeby, Dave o Thels, Angela 0 V- o o ▼ o 4 Walts, Billy o 3 Welshaar, Paula 0 o Welshaar, Peggy • % Wttt, Tim 3 0 • freshmen 23 ACTIVITIES w 9 mm w mm W mm w mm mm mm It's been a good year for activities because the students have put a lot of work into them.— Heidi Engemann I'll huff and I'll puff—Sheila Clark puls her all into blowing up balloons for the football homecowing, photo by Jonna Boos Activities give a lot of people who can't get out very much a chance to have some fun.—Kay Wyatt Time to go to the powder room—Natalie Ruhnke and Angie Shellenburger take a break from the prom festivi- ties. photo by Bray They (activities) are great learning exper- iences for students both socially and mentally.— Kiley Rice When will this be over?— Wathena graduates accept congratulations from friends and families, photo by Bray 24 activities division Taste Testing? Reggie McVey passes a banana to Sue Remmers as part of a pep assembly skit during football season, photo by Nancy Reese We have done many positive activities this year. I hope the future classes will continue to maintain the involvement and enthusiasm.—Miss Reese Do you mind if I lean on your shoulder. Rod? — George Jones, Joyce Jones, and Rodney McVey anxiously await to see who will become Queen of Courts, photo by Broy Spirit + Teamwork WILD Pride With all of the studying, practicing, and hard work that comes along with school, we all need some excitement and relaxation from the tension. This is where our activities come in. Whether you laugh it up at the all-school play or kick up your heels at one of the homecomings you are sure to have a great time. Working on activities gives people a chance to work to- gether, said Jason Hartman, sophomore, We learn much about cooperation, dedica- tion, and determination. “When everybody works to- gether on something it gives you a feeling of pride, said Nicki Simpson, junior, Also it gives you a chance to get to know the other students. by Angela Spainhower Homecoming ... 26 Feature ... 28 Sweetheart ... 30 Feature ... 32 Prom ... 34 Graduation ... 36 activities division 25 The terrific trio—Queen Brenda McVey and her attendants Michelle Haupt and Janna Boos watch the rest of the football game from their royal seats, photo by Bray Let’s get fired up—We are fired up! The spirit soars as the WHS students prepare for the upcoming Homecoming game. photo by Mike Boos Wildcats take the Rams by Storm Football Homecoming ’87 was a huge success with the Cats “Wiping out the Rams” as the end of the week finale. The parade downtown grew to twelve floats this year. The senior float won with “Flush the Rams”, the juniors came in second with “Ramwich Night”, the sophomores came in third with “Eat ’Em up and Spit ’Em Out”, the freshman decided to “Knock out the Rams.” The Science Club “Washed out the Rams”, Business Club “Cruised for a Wildcat Victory”, and the Booster Club decorated a truck. Their were two new floats includ- ing the cross country runners and the flag girls. There was also the usual candidates, cheerleaders, and band floats. Spirit days for this year’s football homecoming were; Dallas vs. Dynasty day, 50’s day, inside-out day, beach bum day and the usual color day. It was very cold outside and the candidates were all shivering waiting for the festivities to begin. Queen candidates and their escorts were; Janna Boos and Brent Vertin, Michelle Haupt and Doug Bauman, and Brenda McVey and A.J. Braithwait. The flower girl was Heather Frump and the crown bearer was Aaron Schuster. And the 1987 Homecoming Queen was . . . Miss Brenda McVey! “I was so excited and nervous, but I was really happy when they said my name,” Brenda McVey said. The Wildcats played the Pleasant Ridge Rams, and the score was 22-6 with the Wildcats having their second win of the season. This is the first homecoming football game in four years that the Wildcats have won. “Zap” provided the music at the dance which lasted from 10-1. by Brenda Bauman 26 homecoming Are we having fun yet?—The crowd waits for the pep rally to begin as the band finishes playing “On Wathena”. photo by Bray So this is the football team?—The football boys rode downtown on the back of a flat bed and later that night drove over the opposing Rams to win the game, photo by Bray “I was so excited and nervous, but I was really happy when they said my name, and all I remember is Sheila crying.” — Brenda McVey, homecoming queen Brenda why did you use so much hair spray?—A.J. Braith- wait crowns Brenda McVey, Homecoming queen, during the 1987 homecoming ceremonies, photo by Bray Behold, her majesty. Queen Brenda—Pictured are Mike Boos, Janna Boos, Brent Vertin, Clinton McVey, Brenda McVey, A.J. Braithwait, John Haupt, Mi- chelle Haupt, Doug Bauman, Heather Frump, flower girl, and Aaron Shuster, crown bearer, photo by Bray homecoming 27 Words to (rn r t live by The students at Wathena High School have come up with some wild and zany new sayings. During the past year an explosion of new words and sayings have been spouted forth from the lips of young people across the nation. Since all of us at Wathena High are never to be left out ... we be jammin’l Now students get a chance to be in the spot light with their new words and catch phrases. “Get a life” took first place as our students slang phrase, in a high school survey, but no one particular saying really dominated the rest. Each student is different and has their own personal favorite. Everyone’s getting away from the basic and boring, and these new words are definitely not ordinary. They turn everyday words into phrases with a bit of pizzazz. So remember in the struggle of ev- eryday life when your searching for just the right phrase, think of the im- mortal words of Mr. Deaton: “Take no prisoners!” Weird-O-Ramma Janna Boos Intelligence level—zero Israel Elder What are you, a freshman? Brent Vertin Yo baby! Kris Perry Be for real! Lisa Bauman Gnarly dude. Mike Long Always do your best. Mr. Sandy Woof! Ms. Sollars Seriously. Jason Laipple Psych! Craig Hayes X-t-F ook We be Jammln'—Sarah Groh, Mary Beth Schmille, and Eva Schmille rap about cool dudes, photo by Janna Boos 28 words to live by Hey man, oh hey guy —Guy Barton and Peggy Weishaar discuss the weather. photo by Nicki Simpson. Say cheese — Brice Libel and Joyce Jones clown around at a foot- ball game, photo by Nicki Simpson. Have you ever seen one of those?—Brent Vertin and A.J. Braithwait seem to be looking at something quite in- teresting. photo by Nicki Simpson. Oh, but Saxon said . . . —Bran- dy Libel and Mr. Sandy speak of higher learning. photo by Janna Boos. words to live by 29 “Our lips are going to fall offl”—Queen Deanne Studer and her court Joyce Jones and Janna Boos try to smile one more time. The ringbearer was Jonathan Bauman and flowergirl was Tashia Snodgrass, photo by Bray. “Walt, we're not ready1“—Janna Boos, Deanne Studer, and Joyce Jones get caught in the locker room trying to beautify themselues before coronation, photo by Bray. Homecoming in Troy!? Just another Sweetheart Homecoming? That definitely wasn’t the case this year for Wathena High. Friday, the day of Homecoming, brought about a strange twist of events that shocked everyone. Disaster struck. On Friday morning, the water pipes above the gym ceiling burst causing water to saturate the floor. A basketball game at Wathena was impossible, so some quick negotiating was done with a neighboring school. Homecoming was going to be held at the arch rival’s court—in TROY. No one could believe it, and no one wanted to either. The entire day rushed by in a blur as students and faculty made some fast changes to prepare for the night ahead. “Everything was so hectic, we had rush all our things up to Troy for our Homecoming,” Jenifer McAdams said. Despite the confusing day, everything turned out well. Deanne Studer was crowned queen by Eddie Poirier during half-time of the varsity boy’s game. Her attendants were Janna Boos and Joyce Jones and their escorts Brandy Libel and Rodney McVey. “I was disappointed at first because we had worked so hard to get everything to look nice here, but it turned out fine,” Nicholle Haupt said. Although the Wildcat Homecoming was held at the ‘villian’s’ basket- ball court, all went well. The varsity boys cinched a 64-59 victory over Jefferson County North. This will be one “wild” time the students at WHS will definitely remember, by Michelle Haupt Spirit of ‘88’—Seniors Doug Bauman and A.J. Braithwait showed just how much spirit the seniors had bp painting huge banners to hang over the front of the school, photo by Janna Boos. 30 sweetheart Joyce, of course you have to kiss him If you win— Joyce Jones, Janna Boos, try to figure out what to do during coronation, photo by Bray. “I jumped back about two feet. I was surprised and happy all at once.” — Deanne Studer Raise your hands and stomp your feet—Wathena Wildcats can't be beat. The ’Cat fans show their spirit as the varsity boys beat JCN for their Homecoming game at Troy, photo by Bray. The royal homecoming court—The homecoming party poses for a picture minutes after the coronation ceremonies. The theme for homecoming was “Time of My Life.” photo by Bray. sweetheart 31 Our home town “I cannot forget from where it is I come from I cannot forget the people who love me I can be myself, ya in this small town and people let me be just what I want to be” John Cougar Mellencamp—Scare- crow John Cougar, a small town boy himself, worked his way to stardom, but he always has time to remember and appreciate his small town. The small town, fastly fading, while nearby, industries expand to drown out the peaceful farming life. Living in a small town can be wonderful, and people working together keeping the town alive. There is a sign as you enter Wathena that boasts, “This is Wathena full of good schools, churches and people.” Wathena is a town of good people, it’s not a town of hicks, but a commu- nity thriving with open-minded people eager to see what the future has to offer. “We’re a close-knit community, we are always ready to aid each other in a crisis” Tara Deaton said. It’s true! If walking down main street in Wathena everyone is bound to meet someone they know, and it’s a lot safer than living in a big town. “The chances of getting mugged are much less than living in a big town, and a grocery store is never too far away,” Rex Rolfsmeyer said. “Your cars hardly ever get vandalized and there’s not a big chance of getting raped,” Sheila Clark said. When growing up in a small town, people learn to love you for who you are and when it’s time to leave the nest they are always there to back you up, cheering for the person you can be. The sign says It all—The sign says ii all—Yes, it is a grrreat place to live. photo by Janna Boos ko WATT A GREAT PLAC GOOD People • Churche 1 Pie. FARME J.s? £1 - 32 feature Okay girls Just one more time, ma-may- me-moe-moo—Tonya Juhl, Sandy Ramseier and Deanne Studer warm up in chorus, photo by Nicki Simpson Show me yours and I'll show you mine— Brandy Libel. Joyce Jones and A.J. Braithwait share the Christmas spirit. photo by Janna Boos Chow down at the OK corral—Jim Simerly and his assorted buddies in- hale a spaghetti and meatball lunch, photo by Janna Boos 'Cause I'm the Duke of Earl, oo boppa, oo boppa—Joshua Elder and Jay Hartman practice for the fall concert, photo by Janna Boos feature 33 Jr.-Sr. or Prom 88’ Macdonald had a prom It was definitely a case of mistaken identity. In this case, it became judging a book by its cover or a prom location by its name! But when it was all said and done, and the hard work done by the juniors began to show through in every balloon and place setting, the prom was a hit. The prom theme was ‘Hold on to the night’ by Richard Marx. The colors for the evening were purple and silver. The prom pictures were taken beneath an archway of balloons before and after dinner. The buffet-style dinner consisted of barbequed brisket, ham, cole slaw, baked beans, scalloped potatoes, and rolls. And then, at 8:30, the band, Swift Kik, began to play. “I never thought it would turn out very good because of the area it was in,” said Lisa Cluck, senior, “but after I got there and started dancing, I began to really enjoy it.” “I thought it was great how most of the seniors came in and said ‘Hey, this place is really pretty nice’,” said Todd Michaels, junior, “It made me feel good, like all of our hard work payed off.” by Angela Spainhower Sitting pretty—Janelle Weber and Lisa Cluck allow their food to digest before a wilt evening of dancing, photo by Bray And on the cool side of the room—George Jones. Todd Michaels, Mike Long, Guj Barton and Brent Vertin kick back and loosen their ties for a moment. Photo by Bray 34 prom Now what are these suspicious looking guys up to?—Rodney McVey and Jay Whitten look as though they are discussing plans for after prom, photo by Bray Man, are we beatI—Leslie Cox and Cliff Miller take a badly needed break from the evening’s festivities, photo by Bray Hey TaraI Now where did she go?—Brent Vertin seems to be searching for his date in between dances. photo by Bray But Chad, I can’t. Besides what will Norman say?!—Katy Elder and Chad McCoy clown around on the dance floor, photo by Bray Hey, it’s Ms. Shaw, OOPS11 mean Mrs. Clark—The newly married Mr. and Mrs. Steve Clark dance the night away to the sounds of Swift Kik. photo by Bray The class of 1988 show the faces of — F :ears, 1 nears . =1 ■ Graduation 1988, cheers and tears of joy were released as the graduating class marched out of the gym packed with friends, relatives and well wishers. Each received a diploma but only a few received the prestigious awards given by various organizations. Kansas State High School Activity Association Award—Brenda Bauman and A.J. Braithwait Legion Medallion—Runner up—Mi- chelle Haupt and Brent Vertin Winner— Joyce Jones, A.J. Braithwait Masonic Award—Janna Boos and Brandy Libel. The graduating class of 1988 waits patiently for Rev- erend Ray Bell to finish telling about how he wished he could tell a good story. “It was a sad but joyful moment.” Brandy Libel “I expected it to be a more emotional time for me, but I know I’ll keep in touch with my close friends, so it wasn’t” Brenda Bauman 36 graduation and Cheers I was sad, but I just wanted to get out of the gym.” Leslie Cox ‘‘I felt sad leaving all my friends, but re- lieved that I didn’t have to go back to school” Brenda McVey ‘‘I was sad knowing I was leaving, but there was the excite- ment of starting out in our new lives.” Heidi Engemann Congratulations Amy,—Keith Bauman presents Amy Dittemore with her diploma, photo by Bray Oh what a relief It Is,—after four long years of sweat and worry the Ed Poirier can finally relax. photo by Bray graduation 37 Swamps and knights set the stage Every person has their own picture of home: a large white farm house, a condo in Miami, or a nice, warm swamp. A green and gold swamp. Put the swamp together with a lonely prince, an overbearing queen, and an obnoxious princess, and you’ve got the prize-winning musical “Once Upon a Mat- tress”. The “real” story of the princess and the pea was successfully performed on two nights by a cast of 24. Arlene Sollars directed the play, and Kathleen Schmidt directed the vocal and instrumental music. Geary Engemann built the set, which was designed by MWSC theatre major, Gregg Mrkvicka. Sollars says that she was not particularly nervous on opening night. “Every opening night is the same for me. I pray a lot and mentally will every line and cue to be in the right place,” she said. “Mattress” was different than the last two plays at WHS. It involved a much larger cast and very elabo- rate 16th century costumes. “The costumes were em- barrassing at first, but then we all got used to wearing tights,” Wally Snodgrass, ju- nior said. Long rehearsals and a painting sessions kept the cast busy, but the end re- sults were worth the small sacrifice of lost sleep. “It was so much fun until I almost crashed into the scenery when Doug chased me across stage,” Shelly Weaks, junior said. “I’ll never forget that one line that Edward Berger always forgot— “Hey nonny, nonny, nonny NO!” Lisa Geeting. 38 all school play Now remember Kurt, ft's do your duty sire, not do your dirty, — Gary DeVault, Kurt Engemann, and Wally Snodgrass discuss the lines that they frequently flub before the first performance of the play, photo by Angie Baskins first row—Gary DeVault, Janelle Weber, Heidi En- gemann, George Jones, Michelle Jackson, Wally Snodgrass, second row — Joyce Jones, Brenda Bauman. Michelle Haupt. Doug Bau- man, Janna Boos. Duston Hansen, Katy Elder, Sarah Groh, Ed Berger. Leann Krousa. third row—Angie Baskins, Regenna Bell, Lisa Geeting. Brandy Libel, Les- ley Koehler. Kurt Engemann, Josh- ua Elder, Shelly Weaks, Katy El- der. Jay Hartman. photo by Bray Hey, I think I see Superman up there in the balcony— Heidi Engemann rehearses her role as “Fred”, the obnoxious princess who wins the heart of Dauntless (George Jones), photo by Janna Boos all school play 39 I enjoy the flying claws, jabbing elbows, and whispered obscenti- ties experienced during the course of a girls' basketball game. —Janet Sharp Gotcha!—Doug Bauman holds on with all he's got during a football gome against the Pleas- ant Ridge Rams, photo by Bray. I had a lot of fun helping some people put shampoo in Brian Ptomey's shoes one day after cross country prac- tice. —Brad Caton The hills are alive with ... — Mr. Sandy dears his nasal pas- sages during a cross country meet at Norton, photo by Nicki Simpson I got a little em- barrassed this year when only one of my five or six serves made it over the net during one of our ju- nior varsity volleyball games. — Angela Theis O.K. here's the plan—Miss Reese talks to her players during a J.V. volleyball gome against the Valley Falls Dragons. Photo by Janno Boos 40 sports division Come on team, let's show our stuff!—Nicholle Houpl, Brenda Bauman, and Joyce Jones cheer on the Wildcats at an away game during the basketball season, photo by Janno 8oos I think being flashed by a young lady during a pre- season football prac- tice was a bizzare experience. —Coach Deaton Alright, I'll let them get a little closer—Wally Snodgrass prepares to throw a pass during the homecoming game ogainst Pleasant Ridge, pholo by Bray The World of Sports 24,16,32, Hut! ... The echoing cheers of the enthusi- astic pep club in our school gymnasium . . . The clicking of cleats on the hard surface of the track. These are just a few of the sounds a person might hear while attending one of Wathena High School's sports events. Even though our school is not a large one, we still have the intensity and the competitiveness of a large school. But, to go along with this seriousness is a lighter and 'WILDER' side placed within each athlete. Sports are . . . well, they are Wild! exclaims Lisa Bauman, sophomore, I mean opponents can be very violent one minute and all of a sud- den they are polite. For in- stance, someone may help you up and then they will prob- ably turn around and knock you down again. The lockerroom horseplay is one of my favorite parts of participating in sports. com- ments Brent Vertin, senior, Ev- eryone lets loose in the lockerroom after a practice or a game. The practical joker really seems to come out of all the players. It can really get crazy! By Angela Spainhower Football ...42 Volleyball ....44 Cross Country.... ....46 Basketball ...48 Track ...52 Cheerleading ....54 sports division 41 CHANGES... by: Michelle Haupt The Wildcat football team be- gan their ’87 season with sev- en returning lettermen, who were all hoping for a no loss season. They didn’t quite achieve their goal, but the final results were nothing to laugh at. The ’Cats ended their sea- son with a respectable 4-5 overall record. An important change on the football team this year was new head coach, Don Deaton. “I thought we would surprise people, and we did!” Coach Deaton said. Surprises came in large packages when the Wildcat team shocked their arch rival, the Troy Trojans. The scoreboard may not have shown it, but the Wildcat team and their fans know that the Trojans were defeated. Only fate can explain the last two minutes of the game when Troy inched their way to a heartbreaking 21-20 win. “Coach Deaton is aggressive and en- thusiastic about the game. He makes a big difference, he wants us to win,” Todd Michaels said. What formI—Ki ey Rice shows the perfect execution of a pass while warming up for a football game, photo by Janna Boos. Where’d he go?—The Wildcats attempt a tackle against the Pleasant Ridge Rams, photo by Bray. 42 football Trying out for the Rockettes, Wally?— Wally Snodgrass kicks off to the Pleasant Ridge Rams, photo by Bray. Out of my wayI—Brandy Libel gains yardage for the Cat’s after receiving a pass, photo by Bray. . . . make a difference for the ’Cats 9 SCOREBOARD US Opponent Oskaloosa 15 16 Jackson Heights 20 47 Horton 16 46 McLouth 8 6 Pleasant Ridge 22 6 Eudora 32 27 J.C.N. 16 46 Troy 20 21 Highland 30 6 A.J. Braithwait. Brandy Libel, and Chad McCoy were named to the All Delaware Valley League 1st Offensive Team. Wally Snodgrass was named to the All Delaware Valley League 2nd Defensive Team. I should have blocked before I passedl— A.J. Braithwait, quarterback, finds himself on the ground after a play wondering what happened. photo by Bray. Please God, oh please .... —Brian Fansher says a quick prayer during a game ask- ing for a victory, photo by Bray. Front row—Mitzi Juhl. Chad McCoy. Doug Bauman. Rodney McVey. A.J. Braithwait. Brent Vertin. Brandy Libel. Wally Snodgrass. George Jones. Second row—Brian Walker. Mike Bell. Jerry Hawkins. Kurt Engemonn. Tony Force. London Campbell. Gary DeVauIt. Brett Miller. Kiley Rice. Coach Mike Leach. Third row—Jeremy Murphy. Damon Hansen. Jay Hart man, Billy' Waltz. Todd Michaels, Jim Simerly. Terry Bauman. Joshua Elder. David Steeby. Coach Mark Al- len. Fourth row—Dust an Hansen. Craig Hayes. Brian Fansher. Ricky lauman. Bryan Ptomey. Head Coach Don Deaton photo by Bray football 43 INTENSITY... by Michelle Haupt The Lady Wildcats found that hard work, intensity, and de- termination paid off when their volleyball season ended with an overall winning record of 11-8. “It was great having the first winning season in Wathena’s volleyball history during my senior year,” Janna Boos said. The volleyball team was able to grab second place among the county teams, and sixth place in the league. They were also able to obtain their first volleyball trophy. “I think it’s great that we accom- plished this because we finally showed our fans that we can be winners. Maybe they will start supporting the volleyball team,” Mary Beth Schmille said. Janna Boos was named to the Dela- ware Valley League Volleyball Team and the All Doniphan County Volleyball Team. Sue Remmers and Michelle Haupt received honorable mention to the All Doniphan County Volleyball Team. What's going on guys?—Sue Remmers and Janna Good game, good game, ... —The Wathena Volleyball gals try to surpress their excitement after Boos try to figure out where the action is on during the defeating Highland at the last home game of the season, photo by Bridget Boos, sub-state game with Highland, photo by Nancy Reese. 44 volleyball In your face. HighlandI—Lesley Koehler shows the perfect execution of a block during a sub state game with Highland, photo by Nancy Reese. Ugghh, my aching neck —Mary Beth Schmille watches the ball as she sets someone up for a spike. I photo by Nancy Reese. X' V 0:'% - - I first winning |p |p ' y . ' |j| ■ season for the Lady ’Cats. Volleyball t- ■ • - SCOREBOARD Nodaway-Holt 12-15. 15-10. 15-13 W Pleasant Ridge 15-12. 5-15. 8-15 L Horton 6-15, 15-13, 15-12 W DeKalb 15-12. 15-1 W J.C.N. 15-17. 4-15 L McLouth 15-13, 15-3 W Highland 2-15. 15-13, 15-10 W Troy 8-15, 5-15 L Valley Falls 15-12. 5-15. 10-15 L Oskaloosa 15-12, 15-10 W Highland 0-15, 7-15 L Linwood 15-12. 15-11 W Nodaway-Holt 15-7. 15-11 W McLouth 10-15. 2-15 L Oskaloosa 15-6. 15-7 W Jackson Heights 15-4. 15-6 W J.C.N. 0-15, 7-15 L Midway 15-7. 15-7 W Troy 7-15. 14-16 L Highland Sub-State L “Victory was always possible and there was nothing sweeter than a victory!” —Coach Sherry Deaton r Planning the attack—Coach Sherry Deaton lays out the game plan to the girls for the defeat against Highland during a time out. photo by Bridget Boos. Raise your hand, if you’re sure—Tara Deaton warms up before a junior varsity match with Valley Falls, photo by Janna Boos. Front row(l to r)—Heidi Engemann. Janna Boos. Michelle Houpt. Second row—Jenny McVey. Mary Beth Schmille. Paige Sluder. Rhonda Clary. Nicki Simpson Third row—Reggie McVey. Lesley Koehler. Sue Remmers. Fourth row—Angie Baskins. Sandy Jones. Jamie Orcutt. Vickie Tafoya. Vicki Masters. Traci Van Wey. Fifth row—Assistant Coach Money Reese. Nicholle Haupt. Tara Deaton. Jenifer McAdams. Angela Theis. Kenya McCrory. Tonya Drake. Eva Schmille. photo by Bray. QUALITY... Under the direction of Coach Rich Boehringer, the cross country teams have proved that dynamite does come in small packages. With 3 girls and 6 boys. Coach Boehringer proceeded to blaze trail after trail at each meet. “We had a lot of fun, no matter how well we did,” Brad Caton, junior said. Although both teams were small, they made a strong showing at all the meets. The boys did well at all meets, and then placed 4th at Regionals. “The best part of the season was in Troy. I got my best time there,” Caton said. The girls were 2 short of the required 5-member team, but with the help of Kenya McCrory and Tanya Drake, the team placed second at Regionals, and brought home an 11th place plaque from State. Tina Thomas, running her first year of Cross Country, medaled at all the meets and was named to the DVL All-League Team. No, seriously, Billie Jo—Billie Jo Steeby and Tina Thomas discuss their upcoming run at the Troy Invitational meet, photo by Janna Boos by Angie Baskins Get that %l camera out of my face—Brad Caton finishes the course at the Troy Invitational. photo by Nicki Simpson 46 cross country Breathe, Kurt—Kurt Engemann catches his breath after finishing at the Troy Invitational meet, photo by Nicki Simpson Am I almost done?—Jason Laipple runs hard to make a good finish at the Troy meet, photo by Nicki Simpson . . .not quantity helps Cross Country teams. Cross Country SCOREBOARD MEET BOYS GIRLS Maur Hill 7th Tina Thomas—11th Hiawatha 10th Tina Thomas—6th Saviour of the World 2nd Tina Thomas—21st Troy 4th Billie Jo Steeby—49th Tina Thomas—2nd Horton 12th Billie Jo Steeby—7th Tina Thomas—7th DVL 5th Tina Thomas—3rd Jackson Heights 5th Tina Thomas—7th Regionals 4th 2nd State — 11th “Your best time has nothing to do with getting a medal,” Brad Caton First row—Jim Tawzer, Janelle Weber. Billie Jo Steeby, Tina Thomas 2nd row—Coach Rich Boehringer. David Steeby. Brad Caton, Jason Laipple, Joe Tucker, Kurt Engemann, Brian Ptomey photo by Bray cross country 47 Huey, Dewey, and Louie—Janelle Weber, Billie Jo Steeby, and Tina Thomas take time to pose for the camera after a great finish at the Troy meet, photo by Nicki Simpson WhatI Us run!?I—Brad Caton, Kurt Engemann, Joe Tucker, and Jason Laipple relax before running at the Troy meet. photo by Janna Boos TENACITY . . . by Angela Baskins W e got better as the sea- son went along. I wish the season could have been longer; we’d have been great,” Lisa Bauman, sophomore said. It was a disappointing season, but the girl’s basketball team managed to stay somewhat optomistic. They ended the season 6-12, but only a few of the losses were total blowouts. “Most people don’t realize it, but most of our games were pretty close,” Michelle Haupt, senior said. The general feeling among all the girls was that they had improved steadily during the season. They felt it was im- portant that their improvement was noticed. “The phrase that best describes the season is ‘never give up’ or ‘together- ness’,” Larry Sandy, coach said. Psyche —Lesley Koehler, Mary Beth Schmille, and MoveI I can’t see the basket—Mary Beth Schmille shoots over a Jeff North guard as Janna Boos Janna Boos use their passing skills to confuse the JCN and Rhonda Clary look on, hoping for a basket, photo by Bray team during the homecoming game, photo by Bray 48 girl’s basketball Soaring through the air—Janet Sharp towers above the JCN guard as she scores two for the 'Cats during the homecoming game played at Troy, photo by Bray Streeetch—Brenda Bauman fights for a rebound at the homecoming game against JCN. photo by Bray . . . keeps team very optomistic. Girls’ Basketball SCOREBOARD US THEM Midway 20 26 Oskaloosa 42 45 Jackson Heights 29 52 Horton 24 25 Elwood 51 23 Troy 34 64 Highland 43 40 Oskaloosa 4? 46 Troy 43 50 Mid-Buchanan 35 26 JCN 35 47 Elwood 58 29 Valley Falls 37 48 Pleasant Ridge 33 42 McLouth 45 41 Immaculata Tourney Basehor 28 41 Perry-Lecompton 33 37 Sub-State Onaga 23 63 “We could’ve been a lot better if we’d have pushed ourselves a little harder,” Mary Beth Schmille can’t quite reach tt—Brenda McVey drib- bles down the court for a layup against Jeff North at Troy during the varsity homecoming game, photo by Bray And it’s .. . GOOD I—Rhonda Clary watches as Brenda Bauman launches a jump shot over the JCN guard during the girls’ homecoming game in Troy, photo by Bray ; Bauman, Tanya Drake, Janet Sharp, Janna Boos. Brenda Bauman, Michelle Haupt, Joyce Jones, Shelly Weaks, Lisa Bauman, Brian Ptomey. and Coach Sandy, photo by Bray girl’s basketball 49 First row—Angela Theis. Nicholle Haupt. Tara Deaton, Mary Beth Schmille, Brenda McVey, Rhonda Clary. Lesley Koehler. Jenifer McAdams, and Jamie Orcutt Second row—Coach Campbell, Traci Van Wey, Kenya McCrory, Katherine Teamwork . . . by Michelle Haupt Teamwork spelled success for the Wildcat boy’s basketball team this year. The Wildcats worked to- gether to out play the best teams in the league, ending with an overall season record of 15-7. “We played together as a team and wanted to win,” Chad McCoy said. Game after game the ’Cats pulled away from their opponents with yet an- other victory. The action of the games and the winning record of the team drew in the loyal boosters. It seemed that the Wildcats came upon the short end of the stick some- times, though. In the pre-season tourna- ment, the ’Cats lost by three in the championship round to Horton. In the Immaculata tournament, they only lost by two in the championship round to the hosting team, Immaculata. Nevertheless, they took second place in these tournaments and had an out- standing season otherwise by ending it tied with Troy for second place in the league. “I think the whole year went well. I was satisfied with the whole season, the kids used their potential,” Head Coach Larry Sandy said. Grab that ball, Chad—Chad McCoy takes the ball Let’s got—Mr. Sandy gives his starting line up the final instructions before they go to destroy anoth- away from a Jefferson County North player during the er team, photo by Jana Boos. Homecoming game at Troy, photo by Bray. 50 boy’s basketball Hey, I’m open—Israel Elder cuts across to the open spot in the lane as the ball is being thrown inbounds, photo by Bray. Is that a jump shot?!—Brandy Libel leaps into the air to toss a pass to his team mate, photo by Bray. ♦ leads the Wildcats to an outstanding season. Boy’s Basketball SCOREBOARD Us Opponent Midway 56 58 Valley Falls Pre-Season Tournament 61 59 Jackson Heights 66 61 Horton 42 45 Jackson Heights 37 69 Horton 73 61 Elwood 77 45 Troy Immaculata Tournament 64 88 Pleasant Ridge 64 47 Midway 58 48 Immaculata 57 59 Troy 62 66 Highland 74 68 Oskaloosa 79 55 Mid-Buchanan 83 71 Jefferson County North 64 59 Elwood 73 37 Valley Falls 86 72 Pleasant Ridge 84 67 McLouth Sub-state Tournament 74 52 Valley Heights 72 65 Washington 67 81 Immaculata Tournament Team: Rodney McVey Delaware Vally League 1st Team: A.J. Braithwait, George Jones Doniphan County Team: 1st Team: A.J. Braithwait i % - w 2nd Team: George Jones Individual Leaders Kansas Class 2A—A.J. Braithwait (scoring) Brandy Libel (assists) Stop, pop, and drop ... —Wally Snodgrass and George Jones execute the perfect shooting form during practice one day. photo by Janna Boos. What do you mean “double dribble?’ — A.J. Braithwait demonstrates new techniques of dribbling during the homecoming game against JCN. photo by Bray. Front row (l-r)—Jason Laipple. Brett Miller, Kiley Rice. Joshua Elder. Mike Bell. Kurt Engemann. Brian Ptomey. Second row—Terry Bauman, London Campbell, Wally Snodgrass, Rodney McVey, A.J. Braithwait, Eddie Poirier, Chad McCoy, Tony Force. Third row—Coach Rich Boehringer, Manager Traci Van Wey, Ricky Bauman, Todd Michaels, Jay Hartman, Brent Vertin, Israel Elder, Jimmy Simerly, Brandy Libel. George Jones, Brian Walker, Head Coach Larry Sandy, photo by boy’s basketball 51 VELOCITY.. by Michelle Haupt cceleration. Speed. Endurance. Record-breaking. Velocity. These are some of the words, to name a few, that described the Wathena track team this year. Tanya Drake used her rapid feet to break the old record of 13.10, and make a new record of 12.69 in the 100 meter dash. Chad McCoy ran and leaped over the 300 interme- diate hurdles in 42.42 seconds to break the old record of 43.02 and put his name on the track records, too. The 400 meter relay team broke the school record of 54.50, then went on to break their own record two more times, the fastest time ended up as 53.37. This relay team was made up of Janelle Steeby, Angela Theis, Tanya Drake, and Lesley Koehler. Shelly Weaks established the record for the javelin with a throw of 88’3”. Unsurprisingly, Wathena had many tracksters qualify for the state meet in Wichita: Lesley Koehler, Janelle Steeby, Tara Deaton, and Tanya Drake in the 400 meter relay. Tina Thomas went to run the two mile and Chad McCoy went to run the 300 intermediate hurdles. With their jumping ability, Israel Elder went in the high jump and Wally Snodgrass went in the long jump. Wally Snodgrass took fifth place in the long jump at state and Tanya Drake cap- tured fourth in the 100 meter dash. But I am In no condition to runI—Nick Simpson tries to help Nicholle Haupt come out of her normal stooper before they have to run the tu o-mile. photo by Janna Boos “And then we went to the . . . “—The three amigos, Israel Elder, Brian Walker, and George Jones get caught goofing off during a gab session at the re- gional track meet at JCN. photo by Nicki Simpson. 52 track It’s a bird. It's a plane, It's a SUPERFROG!—Wally Snodgrass shows his ability to leap across sand pits in a single bound. He leaped well enough to take fifth place in the long jump at the state track meet, photo by S-T-R-E-E-E-T-C-H—Tanya Drake leans hard to place in the 100 meter dash. Tanya took fourth place in 100 meter dash at the state track meet. photo by Nicki Simpson . . . causes a record- breaking track season for the ’Cats. Wally Snodgrass placed fifth in the long jump at the state track meet in Wichita, Kansas. He jumped 21 feet 43A inches. Tanya Drake place fourth in the 100 meter dash at the state track meet in Wichita, Kansas. She had a time of 13.94 seconds. Nicki Simpson Track SCOREBOARD Girl’s Boy’s Wathena Invitational Meet (5 teams) Tri-Track Meet (Wathena, 1st 1st JCN, Valley Falls) 1st 2nd Elwood Invitational Meet (12 teams) 1st overall Tri-Track Meet(Wathcna. 2nd 2nd Oskaloosa. Jackson Heights) 2nd 2nd Emporia State University Relays won 13 of 17 events Tri-Track Meet (Wathena. Troy. Pleasant Ridge) Doniphan County Meet 1st 3rd (5 teams) DVL Freshman Sophomorc 1st 3rd Meet (8 teams) 4th 3rd DVL Track Meet (9 teams) 4th 6th Regional Track Meet State Track Meet Front row (I to r)—Billie Jo Steeby, Tina Thom- as, Janna Boos, Janelle Steeby, Leslie Cox; Mgr., Lisa Cluck; Mgr. Second row—Angela Theis, Tara Deaton, Nicholle Haupt, Mitzi Juhl, Kenya McCrory, Sarah Groh, Tanya Drake. Third row—Peggy Weishaar; Mgr., Jenifer McAdams; Mgr., Shelly Weaks, Nicki Simpson, Lisa Bauman, Lesley Koehler, Rhonda Clary, Robbin Hartman, photo by Bray Front row (I to r)—Bryan Ptomey, Brian Walker, Doug Bauman, A.J. Braithwait, Wally Snodgrass, Jason Laipple. Second row—Mike Bell, Joshua Elder, Kurt Engemann. London Campbell, Brad Caton, Brett Miller, Israel Elder. Third row—Coach Rich Boehringer, Craig Hayes, Chad McCoy, Jim Simerly, Brent Vertin, Terry Bauman, George Jones, photo by Bray 53 track SPIRIT .. . by Angela Baskins L £ £ amp brought us together as I a group. Now we perform together as friends, not just as individuals,” Nicki Simpson, junior cheerleader, said. This year the cheerleaders proved that they had more than enough talent. When they went to DCA camp in Warrensburg, Missouri, they brought back more than new routines and cheers. This year the squad won their di- vision and qualified for the national com- petition in Honolulu, Hawaii. “The high point of camp was winning our division. It was great,” Michelle Haupt, senior cheerleader said. Although all of the cheerleaders want to go to Hawaii, there just doesn’t seem to be enough time. The cheerleaders realize that they have talent, and have worked hard to show it, even if they aren’t going to the nationals. With only two seniors leaving, the present squad is looking forward to next year. Peace and Freedom for all—Janna Boos and Mi- chelle Haupt take a break before the junior uarsity foot- ball game against Horton, photo by Brenda Bauman Go-Big-Red—Nicki Simpson and Billie Jo Steeby lead the crowd in a cheer during the Varsity girl's homecom- ing game at Troy, photo by Bray 54 cheerleaders Hey! Someone superglued my hands to- gether—Billie Jo Steeby waits for the beginning of the girls’ first DVL tourney game at Oskaloosa. photo by Nicki Simpson It s a long way down—The cheerleaders raise school spirit during the guys semi-final round of the D.VL tourney at Horton, photo by Angie Baskins helps cheerleaders at camp CHEERLEADERS Janna Boos—Head Michelle Haupt Rhonda Clary Annette Weishaar Nicki Simpson Billie Jo Steeby Sarah Groh Pam Shaw—sponsor “Their improvement through the week at camp helped them get more points, ” Pam Shaw, sponsor said. It’s the Jane Fonda Workout (above)— the cheerleaders perform their routine to “Wipe Out” at the homecoming pep rally downtown. photo by Bray And then I hit him with a left—Rhonda Clary and Annette Weishaar talk about the homecoming parade as they ride the fire truck downtown, photo by Bray Top row Billie Jo Steeby. Sarah Groh. Annette Weishaar. Rhonda Clary. Bottom row—Janna Boos. Michelle Haupt. Nicki Simpson. photo by Bray cheerleaders 55 r It's mine! Give it to me!—Janet Sharp ac- cepts her diploma from the school board presi- dent, Mike Vertin. photo by Bray This is science Bryan, not English—Mr. Blocker helps Rick Bauman, Stane- iy Potter, and Bryan Pto- mey with their General Science assignment, photo by Janna Boos I feel that our classes are structured so that if we really want to learn something we have the opportunity. — Jason Laipple Oue what, Mr. Opin- ion—Mr. Opinion, Vickie Tafoya, and Kris Perry discuss the upcoming Spanish contest at Pitts- burgh State University. photo by Janna Boos v 56 academics division I could do this all day—Tanya Drake works diligently on a silk screening project for her 4th hour art class, photo by Nicki Simpson. Let's review the structure of a sen- tence—Miss Sollars grades papers with 3rd hour freshman English class, photo by Nicki Simpson Everyone enjoying class?—Students display the many different atti- tudes toward the required freshman health class, photo by Jonno Boos I feel that our stu- dents need to spend more time on their aca- demics. They should nev- er take a 'back seat' to anything.—Mr. Sandy Look someone ripped page 16 out of my book—Miss Reese helps Joyce Jones with a Col- lege English assignment during the 20 minute activity period. photo by Nick� Simpson Wf working the 'Real The academic part of school is something that should never take second place to anything. What we learn here in high school has a very big affect on our lives in the real world . It can determine what kind of jobs we may hold, what kind of colleges we at- tend, and how far we continue our education. For the size of school we have, the classes offered are o.k., said Israel Elder, junior. towards World' but I wish this was a bigger school so I could take the classes I wanted, not just the ones that are available. I also feel that for the size of school we have, the number of classes offered is ade- quate, said A.J. Braithwait, senior, I guess we will find out how prepared we are when we go on to large col- leges. By: Angela Spainhower and Angela Baskins Classes ... 58 Vocational ... 66 Staff ... 68 Current events ... 70 academics divi$ion 57 58 fine arts Pencils and pianos may lead to a career “1 started pi- ano lessons when I was in kinder- garten said Kathleen Schmidt, band di- rector. “I started college at Kansas University, then I got married and moved to Boston. I received my Bachelors degree on music at the Boston Conserva- tory of Music. Then I moved back and got my Masters Degree in piano at K.U. “1 took all the art classes I could in high school. I went to Emporia State and took Art Education classes,” Debra Wilke, art teach- er, said. Fine Arts can be described in many different ways, from drawing to silkscreening and from singing to playing an instrument. “I like silkscreen because you can make more detailed pictures,” Steve Rolfsmeyer, freshman, said. Some people don’t realize that band and chorus are classified under art, too. “I like chorus better because it sounds good when we all get our parts, and work together,” Sarah Groh, junior, said. “I like band because of K.U. Band Day. And we get to get out of school to go to contests. I just like music,” Jay Hartman, sophomore, said. Fine Arts can be fun and educational and enjoyed throughout the year. Some students take Fine Arts to enjoy as a hobby, but others intend to further their careers. by Reggie McVey Whittle while you work . . . —Jeremy Murphy tries to do a wood carving project in 4th hour art. photo by Nicki Simpson. MUSIC COURSES Band Chorus Piano Left, left, left, right, left.—The WHS Band strut their stuff in the parade at Law- rence during Band Day at the University of Kansas, photo by Kansas University Photo Services. Wk ART COURSES Art 1 Art II Sing the right note would ya?— Joshua Elder and Jay Hartman practice on the song Duke of Earl that they sang with Chris Witt and George Jones at this years Pop’s Concert, photo by Janna Boos. Crafts Ceramics Advanced Health physical education 59 “Where 1 grew up all I did was play ball. So I decided that when I grew up I wanted to further my career in sports. When I started college I went with the idea of preparing myself to be a teacher and a coach, I’ve always enjoyed it,” Don Deaton, physical education teach- er, said. Students get physical Over the years, physical education has been re- quired for all freshmen. This year the adminis- tration has added an additional elec- tive for the student body. The new class is Advance Physical Education. Advanced P.E. is made up of differ- ent activities that students will be do- ing throughout the year. “Team sports, individual sports, adventure education, outdoor type activities, fitness an conditioning, are some activities that we’ll be doing,” Don Deaton, P.E. instructor, said. “One of the reasons I took Ad- vanced P.E. is because I like to play sports,” Jerry Hawkins sophomore, said. Not only does Deaton just teach Physical Education he also teaches a health class. “I have fun playing the sports part, but 1 don’t really like the health part,” Damon Hansen, freshman, said. by Reggie McVey IT J . Just don 't stand there, somebody help meI— Mr. Deaton and class watch Robbin Hartman hang for her grade during 7th hour P.E. class, photo by Janna Boos. Janitors of tomorrow.—Robbin Hartman and Crisha Orcutt use Jesika Russo to mop up the gym floor during 7th hour P.E. class. photo by Nlcki Simpson. How did you do that?—The 4th hour P.E. class watches as Mr. Deaton serves the ball, photo by Janna Boos. Did you see that block?—Mr. Deaton. Terry Bauman, and Brian Walk- er play a little game of volleyball during 4th hour P.E. class, photo by Janna Boos. PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES Freshmen Physical Education Freshmen Health Advanced Physical Education English classes help W.H.S. Language arts can be used for ourselves as well as for others. The English classes we take at WHS help us throughout our lives. They help us to communicate or just listen. They help us to comprehend and put things to use. The English classes are set up on a semester basis, emphasizing style, diction, and syntax. The sec- ond semester is set up so students are able to study American and English literature. “The different assignments we do in College English let us be cre- ative, and they prepare us for col- lege,” Janet Sharp, senior, said. Journalism and Productions also I really wanted to go into advertis- ing or public rela- tions, but now I’m glad I’m a teacher because it allows me to work in these areas. Nan- cy Reese, High School English Teacher. English II Brandy Is that Michelle’s paper?— Brandy Libel takes time out to do his homework in Productions, photo by Jan- na Boos. Everybody make Siamese plgstl—The Journalism class takes time out from WE B-TV to pose for a picture, photo by Janna Boos. LANGUAGE ARTS Oh, I love you darling.—Lisa takes time out to give London a passionate love-gazed look, photo by Janna Boos. English IV College English Journalism I Journalism II Productions Andrea, I can't believe you said that—Nan Boos and Andrea Leh- man take a break out of activity period to listen to a little gossip, photo by Janna Boos. 60 language arts students to communicate fall into the category of language arts. While the English classes al- low the student to be somewhat creative, Journalism and Produc- tions emphasize creativity over anything else. “Journalism is teaching me a lot about photography, which will help me pursue my “dream” of becoming a photographer.” Leann Krousa, junior, said. In today’s society, everything is based on communication skills and creativity. Because of this, the lan- guage arts classes at W.H.S. be- come more important everyday, by Reggie McVey and Angie Baskins “In college I decided to be a Theatre Ma- jor, but I didn’t have enough guts to be a professional actress, so the only other job related to drama was teaching.” Arlene Sollars High School English Teacher Oh Jamie, how wish you were here with me right nowJ! Shelly Weaks thinks about Jamie while listening to a tape of poet- ry for English, photo by Janna Boos. Do me next Miss Sollars, do me nextJit Jay Hartman, Sarah Groh and Miss Sollars put on a dramatic make-up in Speech and Drama. photo by Janna Boos. You want us to read how many pages?? Angela Theis listens to Miss Sollars while she reads in Freshmen Eng- lish. photo by Janna Boos. Is Bret actually studying??? Bret Robinson, Chris Witt, and Jim Simerly work in the library on a report in 7th hour English, photo by Nicki Simpson LANGUAGE ARTS English 1 English 111 Speech Drama I Speech Drama II Speech Drama III language arts 61 Caculating at the speed of light. Math—the final frontier, to boldly calculate as no man has calculated before. Algebra stardate 1988—Math classes at WHS help instruct students for the unknown future. As the students go through school, math is one of the most challenging classes, although it’s nice to leave it all behind, some people enjoy it and intend to pursue math at a career. “I’ll probably be taking a lot of math in the future, since I plan to be a math teacher. These classes will help me in college,” Nicki Simpson said. Not only is college a reason for learning math, but students as well as graduates use math everyday. “Consumer math prepares me for handling money and getting the best buys,” Brian Walker said. Through the years the strug- gle with algebra and calculus will continue from generation to generation. These are the adventures of math students, to seek out the answers and to find the unknown “N” in Saxon’s mind boggeling equations, by Katy Elder “The reason I wanted to teach math is from the influence of my high school math teacher, Mrs. Rhuddy. I enjoyed her teaching, so I thought I’d like to teach math too,” Mr. Sandy math teacher said. Hurry up Bryan my finger Is getting tired.—Mr. Blocker helps Bryan Ptomey figure out his math mistakes in activity period, photo by Janna Boos. Eat your heart out Jerry— George Jones and Rhonda Clary pass the time away in Algebra 111 as Todd Michaels looks on. photo by Nicki Simpson. Peek-a-boo—Bret Robison sneaks a peek at the camera woman during 5th hour Consumer Math, photo by Janna Boos. MATH CLASSES General Math Consumer Math Algebra I Algebra II Algebra III Senior Math You and Brandy did what?—Michelle Haupt tells Brenda Bauman some good gossip in Sen- ior Math, photo by Janna Boos. 62 math Unlocking the door to the unknown. Science — The strange, unusual and mysterious doorway to the unknown, exploring everything from A to Z. “I enjoy science because it’s a challenge and it’s interesting. We also get to learn and experience new things,” Doug Bauman said. Man has always struggled with the quest for knowledge and the phenomenon of nature. This is the same at Wathena High School, stu- dents rush into the classroom to learn about the world we live in. “Working with convex lenses and lasers interested me the most, this sort of technology makes me think and wonder,” Michelle Jackson said. by Katy Elder and Angie Spainhower I had a specific interest in chemistry in college and stuck with that all the way through. My ju- nior year I changed to education because I felt like I’d rather teach than work in a lab. You know, warm bodies rather than cold bottles. Geary Engemann, science teacher, said. I teach math basically be- cause I like it. I started teaching science about three years ago. I really enjoy it here, and its convenient because I live so close to the school, Ron Blocker, math science teacher, said. Can you fix it Jay??—Jay Whitten works on a reel to reel tape recorder in Principles of Technology, photo by Janna Boos. SCIENCE CLASSES Introduction to Science Physical Science Biology Principles of Tech- nology I Principles of Tech- nology II Chemistry I Chemistry II Say that one more time—Mr. Engemann tries to explain to Kiley Rice about the principles of gravity in biology. photo by Janna Boos. Larry, Daryl, and Daryl — Guy Barton, Chad Poirier and Ed Poirier listen to Mr. Engemann lecture in Principles of Technology. photo by Janna Boos. t science 63 Acting and reacting in History Social Science—Spanning the globe, discovering historical events from the past, becoming aware of laws and the U.S. Constitution. All these things are experienced by the The classes are our chance to see the world from behind a desk and to experience the political guidelines by which we live. “I like learning about places around the world that I have never to) to) N n to) “I’ve always enjoyed Social Studies because you learn more about people, how they act, be- have, react, and adjust. By study- ing Social Studies you learn all this and more.” Mike Leach, Social Studies teacher, said. students who enroll themselves in social science courses. “I enjoy learning about historical events and getting to hear Mr. Leach’s jokes first-hand.” Paige Studer said. seen. Sometimes it seems like they shouldn’t be so far away.” Rick Koelliker said, by Angie Spainhower and Katy Elder I What did Kris say?—Kris Perry and Did you say read the whole classmates take time out of World Geography to haue a little fun. photo by Janna Boos SOCIAL SCIENCE CLASSES book?—Brad Caton asks Mr. Leach question in American History. I photo by Janna Boos That was a bad joke Mr. Leach.— Sandy Jones listens to Mr. Leach lecture in World Geography, photo by Janna Boos World Geography World History American History Economics Well you see, it's like this.—George Jones explains some geography in World Geography. photo by Janna Boos 64 social science Do you want me to beat you up?—John Blan- ton takes time out from his work in World Geogra- phy to do some talking, photo by Janna Boos Are you guy's really listening?—Brenda McVey and other classmates listen to Mr. Dea- ton lecture in their Government class, photo by Janna Boos “I teach govern- ment classes be- cause it’s part of my teaching as- signment here. Social Studies was part of what my earlier certifi- cation was, it kind of all went togeth- er, and I really enjoy it. —Don Deaton, Govern- ment teacher, said. broke it, Katyll—Mary Beth Schmille and Katy Elder film classmates for a pro- ject in Sociology, photo by Janna Boos He makes me so mad some- times.—Sandy Ramseier tells Tonya Juhl about all of her problems in Govern- ment. photo by Janna Boos SOCIAL SCIENCE CLASSES American Government Psychology Sociology Oh boy, pre- sents!—A.J. Braith- wait watches Mr. Leach open a gift from his Economics class, photo by Janna Boos Another picture??—Jenny McVey poses for another picture in Mr. Leach's American History class, photo by Janna Boos social science 65 Vocations Homemaker, chef, seam- stress, secretary, farmer, or mechanic, any of these fields require vocational know how. What better place to learn how than in a class at school. “Accounting will help me make the advances I need to get ahead in fashion merchandising by helping me to understand the fi- nancial aspects of business,” Jan- na Boos said. That’s the business side of voca- tional training. So what can home economics do for your future. N 66 vocational Pam Clark, Wa- thena High School business teacher. I’ve always wanted to be a teacher. I started out In English, then I switched to Home Ec because of the teacher I had in high school. Pat Lafferty, Home Ec teacher, said. What's the purpose of Accounting anyway? Debbie Wardlow takes time out from her Accounting homework to think, photo by Janna Boos BUSINESS Typing I Office Machines Shorthand Accounting I Accounting II Business Management Business Law HOME EC Home Ec I Child Development Family Living International Foods Contemp. Living Of course I know how to cook. Eva Schmille stops her work in Home Ec to smile at the camera, photo by Janna Boos No Kay, not the oven cleaner. Kay Wyatt and Nicki Masters fix their selves up after a hard day of cooking, photo by Jan- na Boos on location at W.H.S. “Home economics helped me with cooking and learning more about life. The class could inspire me to make a career out of it, as a teacher or homemaker or push me into another career.” Paula Weishaar said. Working with wood or machin- ery are the things thought of first when you mention a vocational ca- reer. “It’s exciting working with wood and making things with your own hands,” Doug Bauman said. So you see a vocational career has diverse opportunities, by Katy Elder “I started teach- ing shop so I could be around the kids. I started out coaching and then one thing turned into anoth- er and here I was.” Bob Seb- bert, shop teach- er, said. Mark Allen, Wathena High School Vocational Agricultural teacher. VO-AG General Agriculture Horticulture Greenhouse Farm Management Welding Small Engines SHOP Wood I-IV Mechanical Drawing I Mechanical Drawing II Gentlemen, start your engines.—The Vo-Ag class work on getting a lawn mower running, photo by Janna Boos May the Force be with you.— Chad Poirer welds on a project in Vo-Ag class, photo by Janna Boos Can you fix It Wally?—Wally Snodgrass works on a lawn mower in his Vo-Ag class, photo by Janna Boos vocational 67 Behind the scenes CK CK o 68 staff Meet the people behind the scenes the ones who keep the school clean, bus stu- dents to school, cook lunches and head up the school as our administra- tion. “I take pride in what I do, it’s been a real rewarding experience, 1 love it,” bus driver, Darlene Snodgrass said. “Good kids and people are the reason 1 can enjoy coming to school everyday,” cook, Mary Fleek said. Even if driving a bus and cooking over 100 lunches a day might be hard but typing letters to parents and keeping record of absentees is also a taxing job. “I find all staff at USD 406 a joy to work with. 1 also enjoy being involved with students regardless of age. Each day is a chal- lenge and I enjoy my work.” Doris Schweder said, by Katy Elder Juanita Euler, and Doris Schweder Richard Heaton, superintendent; Kay Schultz, grade school principal; and Bill Smith, high school principal, photo by Gina Higdon Coffee break—Keith Bauman takes a break from the routine of the school board meeting, photos by Janna Boos, and Nicki Simpson. I second that—John Karn helps decide on a matter during an end of the school year board meeting. Well, It's like this—Joyce Simpson gives here advice at the May school board meeting. Hmmm, let me think about It—Karen Ryser weighs the pros and cons of an issue at a regular meeting held in the elementary library. C41UR4R4E4N4T E V E N41 S Jimmy “The Greek” Schneider was go- ing to comment on the year in sports, but he was fired from his position at WHS. Did you know that Dr. J. retired from the NBA? Can you believe it?! The Minnesota Twins beat the St. Louis Cardinals to win the World Series. The KU Jayhawks beat the Oklahoma Sooners 83-79 for the NCAA championship. Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards is now my hero. He’s Britain’s ski jumper. He jumped 71 meters to set a record. (The winning jump was well over 150 m.) Everyone felt sorry for Dan Jan- sen when he fell at the Olympics after hearing that his sister died, but he later received the Spirit Award from Maxwell House. The football players went on strike because they wanted more money and Dennis Conner brought the America’s Cup back home by beating the Australian yacht with his boat, The Stars and Stripes. S P OR� T� S Presidential candidates Bob Dole, Michael Dukakis, and Jesse Jackson had a lot more on their minds than spending and saving. They also had to worry about the 508 point drop the Dow Jones stock exchange suffered on October 19, 1987. It was the worst drop in history. The candidates debated over Supreme Court nominee Robert H. Bork. They had no reason to worry, though, as Congress rejected Bork by a 58-42 vote. The candidates weren’t the only ones worrying about the situation in the Persian Gulf. In a July effort to keep the Gulf open, the U.S. sent escort vessels to protect other ships from Iran. In September, an Iranian ship was caught laying mines in the Gulf. Several more have been confiscated. It was a busy year for President Reagan. While escorting Pope Paul II around the country on a nine-city tour, President Reagan was busy trying to find a Supreme Court nominee that Congress would approve. His first nominee was rejected, and the second resigned when the press learned that he and his wife had smoked marijuana during their college years. After the Pope left, Reagan met with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The two held a three-day summit meeting in December and signed a nuclear arms control agreement. A4T 1 E4N TW04N G4E4T T4E4R4S Well. It’s been a ‘special’ year. Someone was hard at work, now who could that be? Oh, I don’t know, maybe—SATAN?! The Church Lady of Saturday Night Live’s Church Chat provided us with a hilarious look at this year’s most colorful characters. She’s interviewed a few of the pictured peo- ple, and she’ll probably get around to the ones she’s missed, because after all, when you’re famous, life is full of, oh, well, maybe TEMPTATION?!?! Oliver North is no longer a Lieutenant Colonel. He resigned from the Marines in late April after months of testifying in the Iran-contra hearings. Donna Rice, ex-girlfriend of Gary Hart, posed for Playboy before getting and losing the modeling job for “No Excuses” jeans. The new ‘model’ is Joan Rivers whose con- tract for the ‘Late Show’ on the Fox Network was not renewed. AIDS was still a big issue in the news. Peo- ple were protesting the spread of AIDS, the lack of knowledge about AIDS, and the treat- ment of AIDS patients by the public. Whitney Houston scored big with her sec- ond album, “Whitney”, proving that money is the ‘Greatest Love of All’. In many American schools, Spuds Macken- zie, the spokesperson (dog) for Bud Light beer was visciously banned. However, Mac- kenzie had no comment. He was too busy partying with Robin Leach. Jessica McClure captured our hearts after being rescued from an abandoned well. She was there for 78 hours. Best Movie Best Actor Best Actress Best Supporting Actor Best Supporting Actress America mourned the passing of three top entertainers: Fred As- taire, dancing man; Liberace, pian- ist; and John Huston, film director. 1987 was also the year of big money. “Good Morning Vietnam” and “Fatal Attraction” pulled in huge amounts of money in their first weeks of release. Cher also scored big with an Oscar for “Moonstruck” also starring Nicho- las Cage and Olympia Dukakis. Donald Trump, billionaire from New York, made fantastic business trades, and wrote a book, “Trump: The Art of the Deal”. This year alone he bought a yacht, a jet, a mansion, and built a huge office building that towers over the Man- hattan Skyline. R4D4S The Last Emporer Michael Douglas Cher Sean Connery Olympia Dukakis THE TOP 10 ALBUMS OF 1987 1. Slippery When Wet—BonJovi 2. Bad—Michael Jackson 3. The Joshua Tree—U2 4. Whitney—Whitney Houston 5. Graceland—Paul Simon 6. Licensed to III—Beastie Boys 7. Whitesnake—Whitesnake 8. Rapture—Anita Baker 9. Back in the High Life—Steve Winwood 10. Invisible Touch—Genesis Mr. Deaton filled the vacancy left by Mr. Bruns, giving Wathena a winning season. A lot of other ex- citing stuff has happened over the course of the year, and it’s listed elsewhere in the book. It’s been fun, and as Crazy George would say: I am outta here!!! by Angie Baskins Clubs are really excit- ing. I like beating peo- ple on the head with them.—George Jones Here, put Brian up there too!—Members of FFA rake a break and build a pyramid for the camera, phoro by Janno Boos Clubs are exciting and fun if you make them that way. It just depends on what is put into them by the mem- bers.—Nan Boos See Jim, it's all in the wrist— Brer Robison and Jim Towzer cook the meat for the annual FFA hog roast, photo by Nicki Simpson 74 clubs division THORIZE SONNLL Oh Clubs are great Cooking in Espahol —The Spanish I, II, because they give the anc ® classes got involved in the cultural students something to por °' Mexico by cooki 9 $ome ou,hen,ic , . , . . . . Mexican food, photo by Nicki Simpson do at school besides study. — Nicholle Haupt I have to run how far with this balloon?—Kurt Engemann and a group of other freshmen take port in a pep rally sponsored by the cheerleaders and the pep club, photo by Janno Boos I like clubs be- cause I get to go places, I get to meet people, and I get my picture in the year- book. — Brenda McVey Asleep on the job, Mrs. Clark?—Mrs. Pam Clark did her duty os club sponsor by sponsoring two groups: the Pep Club, and the Busi- ness Club, photo by Nicki Simpson Students go WILD over clubs Something that makes school interesting and exciting for many students here at W.H.S. is the chance to par- ticipate in school organizations and clubs. They provide the chance to go places, see things, and meet people you might have otherwise never known. We have a wide variety of organizations at W.H.S., which is great,” said Ms. Shaw, business teacher, Stu- dents have many opportunities to participate in activities that they can relate to and enjoy. I wish everyone could be in- volved in some kind of club! By: Angela Spainhower Clubs ... 76 Chorus Band ... 86 Flags ... 88 Advertisements ... 89 clubs division 75 o National Honor Society is an organi- zation whose members are chosen for their leadership, service, charac- ter. and scholarship. For the 1987- 88 school term seven new inductees were chosen. For their activities, NHS worked at concession stands for the junior high and high school Quiz Bowl competitions, where they also helped time and keep score. April 21, they attended the Russian Exhibit at the Kan- sas City Municiple Auditorium, which was the first time this exhibit was shown in the United States. They then spent the rest of the after- noon shopping and eating lunch on the plaza. “NHS gives students who are academically active and participate in extra-curricular ac- tivities an organization to partake in,” Brenda Bauman said. By Leann Krousa Make a wish—A few of the new NHS members blow at the induction candles after signing the membership book.—photo by Bray Janna Boos, Sec. Treas. Front row—Mr. Burks, A.J. Braithwait, George Jones, Brandy Li- bel, Nicki Simpson, Isreal Elder. Ja- son Laipple, and Lisa Bauman, sec- ond row—Angie Baskins, Leann Krousa, Heidi Engemann, Joye Jones, Michelle Haupt, Brenda Bauman, Janna Boos, Leslie Cox, Brent Vertin, and Mary Beth Schmille. photo by Bray NHS provides service and leadership 76 national honor society SCt( CO goes for the gold Swinging a potato between your legs, carrying a piece of popcorn between your lip and nose, what does all this mean? These were some of the activ- ities that took place during the Student Council Olympics for the Christmas holiday. There was also a sock hop and lunch box auction. “We learn leadership skills and get involved in the decision making at school,” Katy Elder said. by Leann Krousa Swing low sweet chariot—A.J. Braithwait does the potato swing in the Student Council Olympic Games while the seniors watch, photo by Janna Boos Brenda Bauman. President Nicki Simpson. Secretary Wally Snodgrass. Treasurer First row: A.J. Braithwait, Brenda Bauman. Heidi Engemann, Jason Laipple; second row: Leann Krousa, Michelle Haupt, Joyce Jones, Katy Elder. Nicki Simpson, Brent Vertin, Wally Snodgrass, Lisa Bauman, Tina Thomas. Janet Sharp, Jenifer McAdams. Heidi Engemann. Vice President student council 77 Dean ne Studer, Treas. Wally Snodgrass. Pres. Jason Laipplc. V P. Oh my gosh it's a cat—Chris Groh helps serve at the annual FFA hog roast, photo by Nicki Simpson Future Farmers of America is a club with a wide range of people. Their activity every year is to attend the Western Farm Show at Kemper Arena, Kansas City. The club has two main mon- ey makers within the year: fruit sales, and the pig roast. “It also gives me a chance to get to know some of the other members, who I wouldn’t ordinarily know, because I’m not in many organizations,” Guy Barton said, by Leann Krousa FFA provides new and exciting opportunities ii i Edivard Berger. Sec. 78 future farmers of america Front row: Jason Laipple, Edward Berger. Brian Walker, Wally Snodgrass, Deanne Studer. Sandy Ramseier, Sharon Davis. Lisa Cox. Second row: Mr. Allen. Mike Bell, Jerry Hawkins. Jim Simerly, Jimmy Tawzer, Mike Long, Doug Bauman. Third row: David Steeby, Michael Colhour, Terry Bauman, Joe Ramseier, Guy Barton. Bret Robison. Fourth row: Billy Waltz. Jay Whitten, Chis Groh, Gary DeVault. Doug Bauman. Prendent A J. Braithwait. Vice President Heidi Engemann. Secretary Well If Yogi Bear can—Kurt Engemann tries to put up a tent with the help of Guy Barton during their trip to the woods, photo by Geary Engemann Nicki Simpson. Treasurer First row: Doug Baumann, A.J. Braithwait; second row: Mr. Engemann. Guv Barton, Heidi Engemann, Angie Baskins, Chris Groh, Brain Fansher; third row: Nicki Masters, Tina Thomas, Nicki Simpson, Israel Elder, Jason Laipple, Kurt Engemann; fourth row: Jay Whitten, Brett Miller, Angie Shellenburger, Mitzi Juhl, Jay Hartman, Jim Simmerly, Pau- la Weishaar; fifth row: Tanya Drake, Brent Vertin, Jennifer McAdams, Kenya McCrory, Peggy Weishaar, Eva Schmille; sixth row: Nichole Haupt, Tara Deaton, Angela Theis, Sharon Davis. Lisa Geeting. David Steeby, Michelle Jackson. science club 79 Back to nature and the wild side of things Back to nature was the theme for the science club this year. The first activity for the group was their annual fall trip to Squaw Creek. The club is also planning a canoeing and hiking trip in Canada during the summer. The Science Club built wood duck and blue bird nesting boxes. “I enjoy being in the Science Club because it gives students the opportunity to do things they may not be able to do oth- er wise,” Heidi Engemann said. ath Club gives stu- dents who are inter- ested in math an op- portunity to expand their learning beyond the class- room. The Math Club participates in two math contests per year, one at Pittsburg State and the other at Emporia State. Students who are in Math Club are inspired by the teachings of Saxon and Sandy. “Math Club is a lot of fun, but don’t ever take senior math,” Brent Vertin said. By Leann Krousa and Brenda Bauman HI, LaVeme, tt’s Squlggy—Mr. Sandy finds enough time during spirit week to explain a problem to Mi- chelle Haupt and Joyce Jones in sen- ior math class, photo by Janna Boos Brent Vertin. Pres. A.J. Braithwait. V.P. Doug Bauman. Sec. Michelle Haupt, Treas. First row: Wally Snodgrass, Terry Bauman, London Campbell, Michelle Haupt, Brent Vertin, Doug Bauman, Craig Hayes, Jason Laipple, Todd Michaels, second row: Amy Dittemore, Leann Krousa, Nicki Simpson. Rhonda Clary, Leslie Cox, Joyce Jones, Nicki Masters, Heidi Engemann, Lisa Bauman. Michelle Jackson, Angela Newcomb, third row: Sandy Jones, Sue Remmers, Lisa Cluck, Brenda Bauman, Janna Boos, Brandy Libel, Jay Hartman, Israel Elder, George Jones. s Expanding the mind 80 math club Business is booming in “88” The Business Club made an ex- plosion this year placing two members in their first business contest at the Vo Tech in Atchison. The second contest was at Highland College where five members placed. For money makers, the club sold stuffed animals for Valentines Day. The club used their money to have a busi- ness banquet again at the end of the year. By Leann Krousa No, I’m Ignoring you Janet.— Brenda McVey, Janet Sharp, and Joanne McMullen take time off from doing their accounting, photo by Jan- na Boos Janet Sharp. Pres. A.J. Broithioait. VP. Angie Spainhou er. Sec. Brenda McVey. Treas. Front row: Janet Sharp, Angie Spainhower, Brenda McVey. second row: Mrs. Shaw, Lisa Cluck, Tonya Juhl, Leslie Cox, Rhonda Clary, Vickie Tafoya, Sheila Clark, Michelle Haupt, Amy Dittemore. third row: Janelle Weber, Traci Van Wey, Shelly Weaks, Sue Remmers, Nicki Masters, Brandy Libel, photo by Bray business club 81 o R G A N I Z A T I O N Opening the curtain to a new year. Front row: Tonya Juki, Sarah Groh. Angie Baskins. Leann Krousa, sec- ond row: Brenda McVey. Mary Beth Schmille, Annette Weishaar, Nicki Simpson, third row: Brenda Bauman, Janna Boos. Heidi Engemann, Todd Michaels, fourth row: Eddie Poirier, George Jones. Katy Elder. Sheila Clark. Doug Bauman. Jay Hartman. Katy Elder, president Speech and Drama Club was acting out the new year with style. They had many activities planned, including preparation for the demanding all-school musical. This year most of the members were either in, or were working in the play, Once Upon A Mattress. For activities, the Speech and Drama Club took a trip to Crown Center to see the play, Little Shop of Horrors and went to Tiffany’s Attic to see 1 Ought to Be in Pictures which starred Traci Gold of “Growing Pains”. Being in Speech and Drama Club will help me in the future, because I’m go- ing to be a lawyer. It also helps me get involved in things going on at school,” Michelle Jackson said, by Leann Krousa Doug Bauman, V.P. Janna Boos, secretary i y Brenda Bauman, treas. ‘7 ought to be In pictures”— Speech and Drama Club took their annual trip to Tiffany's Attic to see Traci Gold, from Growing Pains, star in the production “I Ought to Be in Pictures , photo by Janna Boos 82 speech and drama T Questions, quizzes, and answers First row—A.J. Braithwait, Heidi Engemann, George Jones, Mr. Engemann. Angie Baskins, Brent Vertin, Doug Bauman, second row—Mi- and Kurt Engemann. photo by Bray chelle Jackson. Jason Laipple. Katy Elder. The Quiz Bowl team practices most of the year, right through lunch hr the upcoming meets. Who wrote Mother Pearl Earth? What is the Bay of Pigs? Who is Helen of Troy? These are trivial questions the Quiz Bowl is faced with during practice or at the meets. They must be prepared to answer any questions concerning literature, history, science. Spanish, math, any thing that may be social- ly significant, or trivial. The Quiz Bowl attended 5 to 6 meets for the 1987-88 school term. The county meet was hosted here at Wathena February 17. where they won sec- ond place. They also made an outstanding perfor- mance at the League meet where they won another second place. “Quiz Bowl made me a quick thinker, and I aquired a lot of useful information. These skills should help me in the future,” Katy Elder said. By Lcann Krousa The billionaire boy's club—Heidi Engemann watches while A.J. Braithwait, Doug Baumann, and Brent Vertin all joke around while working on the science door for Christmas decorations, photo by Nick! Simpson Heidi Engemann Angie Baskins quiz bowl 83 o The pep club was “filled with pride” this year. For uniforms the pep club wore their t-shirts that the School Board had pur- chased for the student body. This year they made spirit signs with candy to hang on the lockers to boost the teams’ spirits. “A special thanks goes out to Brice Libel who was our Wildcat Mascot this year,” Mrs. Clark, pep club sponsor, com- mented. by Brenda Bauman and Leann Krousa Aaahh swoosh—the Pep Club members and other energetic fans stand up to cheer on one of the basketball players shooting a free throw, photo by Angie Baskins Heidi Engemann, Pres. Tina Thomas, V.P. Tara Deaton, Sec. Amy Dittemore, Treas. Say Aahh—Pep Club members cheer on the team during a basket- ball game at Horton, photo by Angie Baskins 5 Wildcats are: Filled with pride 84 pep club Flag Corp a new twist at WHS The flag team is an old tradition that has been re-added to the Wathena ex- tra-curricular activities after some in- terest was shown. The flag team marched with the band at KU Band Day and at the Missouri Western Homecoming Parade. The flag team had three routines this year and they were to “Bad” by Michael Jackson, “Fantasy” by Aldo Nova, and I Think We’re Alone Now” by Tiffany. The flag girls also joined the cheerleaders this year in a routine to the song Brass Monkey”. “Even though there were troubled times we still had a lot of fun,” Reggie McVey, head flag, said. By Leann Krousa and Brenda Bauman Hold 5,6,7,8—Reggie McVey and Sandy Jones pause during a flag routine performed at a basketball halftime, photo by Angie Baskins Reggie McVey, Head Christel Morris Sue Remmers Vickie Tafoya Sandy Jones Jamie Orcutt First row—Vickie Tafoya. Sandy Jones. Jamie Orcutt. second row— Christel Morris. Reggie McVey. and Sue Remmers. photo by Bray flags 85 R O The chorus has been very active this year in preparing for contests and performances. The chorus is active in many activities such as the Fall Pops concert, the annual Christmas program, League Clinic at Benedictine College, State Cho- rus Contest for large groups at Shawnee Mission East where they received a I rating, and the Spring Contest. By Leann Krousa Places everyone.—Mrs. Shmidt directs the chorus class to sit down to begin practicing for the Christmas program, photo by Janna Boos Making their appearance known Pay attention to me when I'm talking to you.—Tanya Drake yells at Todd Michaels for turning away to smile at the camera while she talks to him. photo by Janna Boos Front row: Eva Schmille, Nicole Haupt, Jo Wyatt, Tara Deaton. Peggy Weishaar, Nan Boos. Leslie Cox, Anginette McAdams, Sandy Ramseier. Sharon Davis, Vicki Tafoya, second row: Kay Wyatt, Leslie Koehler. Jennifer McAdams. Michelle Beattie. Mary Beth Schmille, Lana Schultz, Jamie Orcutt, Angie Baskins, Billi Jo Steeby, Leann Krousa, Nicki Simpson, third row: Angela Theis, Jason Christman, Angie Davis, Lisa Cox, Sarah Groh, Sandy Jones, Heidi Engemann, Angela Newcomb, Janelle Weber, Lisa Cluck. Nicki Masters, fourth row: Tim Witt, Chris Witt, Lisa Bauman, Deanne Studer, Angie Shellenberger, Natlie Ruhnke, Brenda McVey, Shei- la Clark. Shelly Weaks, Christel Morris, Tanya Drake, Kenya McCorory. fifth row: Terry Hartley, Tonya Juhl, Sheila Merrit, Michelle Haupt, Brenda Bauman, Janna Boos, Katy Elder, Chad McCoy, Craig Hayes, Brain Ptomey. sixth row: Mrs. Shmidt, Billy Walts, Josh Elder. George Jones, Israel Elder, Jay Hartman, Tony Force, Todd Michaels, photo by Bray 86 chorus Marching to the beat of a different drummer. The band is active in many activities such as the Fall Pops concert, the annual Christmas program, League Clinic at Benedictine Col- lege, State Band Contest for large groups at Shawnee Mission East, the Spring Concert. The band also participates in the parade and half time entertainment at KU Band Day and this year they were in the Homecoming parade for Missouri Western State College, by Brenda Bauman and Leann Krousa What are you doing behind my back?—Mrs. Schmidt apprehensive- ly looks behind her back to see what the students are doing as they wait for the bell to ring, photo by Janna Boos Are we all playing the same song?—Mrs. Schmidt tries not to cringe as the band practices mu- sic for the upcoming basketball game, photo by Jan- na Boos Front row: Sarah Groh, Eva Schmille. Robbin Hartman, Paula Weishaar, Brenda McVey, Sheila Clark, Tonya Juhl. 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Samantha Bauman, and Tisha Geeting. second row—Scott Davis. Ron Gabriel. Zeb Prowl. Sean Hawkins. Darren Baskins. Jeff Colhour. Brian Bauman. Jason Arthur, and Dana Gerardy. third row—Mrs Alltson Ford. Curt Smith. Roger Kam. Matt Schmille. Brandon Signs . Mike Blanton. Ryan Hartman. Jesse Gabriel. Jason Simpson. John Schmidt. Frank Hall, and Mrs. Eorlene Campbell, photo by Bray Bahr, Terri Bauman, Jody Bauman, Julie Beattie, Melanie Betts, Kathy Bralthwait, Jill Cornwell, Marty Deaton, Tonya Elam, Julie Erickson, Damiean Eversgerd, Curt Franks, Adam Gardner, Tanya Harbison, Yvonne Hartman, Eric Earth to Tim, come In Tim—Tim Rothman catches a quick daydream during Math time, photo by Nicki Simpson Front row Terri Bohr. Monica Scott. Tonya Deaton. Susan Kimsey. Yvonne Harbison. Sheri Ramseier, Melanie Beattie. Melissa Steeby. Curt Eversgerd. Brian McCoy, and Pete Studer. second row—Kathy Betts. Jill Braithwalt. Jody Bauman. Marty Cornwell. Sandy Newcomb. Julie Ehm. Julie Bauman. Morde Israel. Jenifer Woosley. Adams Franks. Joshua Livingston, and Jeremy Miller, third row—Miss Janet Sisson. Peter Russo. Trows Williams. Bobby Schultz. Mark Worthen. Bud Simmons, and Mrs. Jan Glenn, fourth row—Matthew Lalpple. Chris Jackson. Tim Rothman. Damiean Erickson, Eric Hartman. Jeff Hartman, Chris Miller. Duone Weishoar. Denny Rohrer, Amos Nelson, and Brian Ross, photo by Bray %d I'm so confused—Tonya Deaton and Susan Kimsey look in the card catalog for some references, photo by Nicki Simpson Israel, Marcie Jackson, Chris Juhl, Jessica Klmsey, Susan Lalpple, Matthew Livingston, Joshua McCoy, Brian Miller, Jeremy Nelson, Amos Newcomb, Sandy Ramseler, Sheri Rothman, Tim Rohrer, Denny Russo, Peter Schultz, Bobby Scott, Monica Stlvy, Joshua Simmons, Bud Snodgrass, Wendell Steeby, Melissa Studer, Pete Welshaar, Duane Williams, Travis Woosley, Jenifer Worthen, Mark ‘Ready for the switch? “The biggest change for the eighth grade will probably be more work. Everybody adapts when they have to,” Earlene Campbell, 8th grade teacher. Allison Ford, 8th grade teacher. SLURP It up Jasonl Jason What the heck Is this guys??? Mrs. Campbell, Sheila Robison, and Shelly Thorton are examining the metamorphic stage of insects, photo by Janna Boos. Lawrence Welk try outs. John Schmidt and Rodger Karn play their trom- bones in band, photo by Janna Boos. Since this year’s 8th grade is the first class that has not had to change from the self contained classrooms, some people wonder how they’ll adapt to the high school envir- onment. How does the average 8th grader see academic work in high school, compared to the academic work in junior high? “1 don’t think that there will be that much of a change”, Krisha Vertin said. “Everybody thinks that there’s going to be a big difference in the school work and just trying to get along,” Vertin added. As usual, there are other students that don’t quite agree with this point. “I think that there will be a big change in my freshman year because of the classroom changes and the more com- petitive sports,” Jesse Gabriel said. 102 eighth academics You bet we’re hungry!!!—Rodger Karn, John Schmidt, and Frank Hall wait in line to get their lunch, photo by Jan- na Boos. m E.T. phone home???—Frank Hall talks on the phone during a play for the drama class, photo by Janna Boos. Shoveling food at the speed of light—Ryan Hartman. Brandon Sigrist. Zeb Prawl, Sean Hawkins. Jesse Gabriel, and Frank Hall “shov- el” in their food during lunch, photo by Janna Boos. 2+2=4. Heather Higgins works hard in Mrs. Cambells class. photo by Nicki Simpson. Linda are you concentrating??—Linda Gould works hard on an English assignment, photo by Nicki Simpson. She likes It! She likes it!—Kellie Foster. Angie Ptomey. Krisha Vertin, Tisha Geeting, and Heather Higgins take time out to laugh during lunch, photo by Janna Boos. You shoot me and I’ll tell Mr. Heaton—Ron Gabriel and Zeb Prawl act out a scene during drama class, photo by Janna Boos. junior high 103 The pled piper of Wathena?— Terri Bahr looks on her music during her junior high band class, photo by Janna Boos Now this Is a serious student— Sheri Ramseier listens intensely while her seventh grade teacher speaks photo by Janna Boos All that JAZZ!—Wendell Snodgrass seems to be concentrating very hard on his band music. Photo by Janna Boos No time for naps— Seventh grader Adam Franks looks like he is try- ing to catch a few extra zzzz's. Photo by Janna Boos Ss Boy, do I love to get out of class—Monica Scott listens carefully while being questioned by the school yearbook staff, photo by Janna Boos I can't wait until Fridayl—Seventh grader Damiean Erickson looks as though he can't wait to get some time off from school, photo by Janna Boos Well, what do we have here?—Eric Hartman seems to be checking out a classmate’s things while in Mrs. Fords seventh grade class, photo by Janna Boos missmiumL 7th grade: Preparing for a change Ahhh. A chance to relax—Jill Braithwait takes a break after a hard day in her seventh grade classroom, photo by Janna Boos Are the stocks up? —Pete Studer. Brian McCoy, and Wendell Snodgrass examine the stock market results for a class assignment, photo by Janna Boos This is where it all begins. The change from grade school students to high school students. The begin- ning of team sports, dances, and clubs. The things that are learned during these two crucial years are not always from books. For instance, students can learn responsi- bility, team work, concentra- tion, and can also gain matu- rity. “In preparing these kids for high school, I stress dif- ferent methods of study be- cause everyone is better off when they have found a way of studying that suits them the best,” says Miss Janet Sisson, a seventh grade teacher. “I feel I have a wonderful group of kids this year. I have seen a great deal of growth and improve- ment in their approach to work and their attitudes, by Angela Spainhower Seventh grade is a time for preparing the kids for the big change from grade school to high school. That is what I am trying to accomplish.” Miss Janet Sisson, 7th grade teacher. How did you get a better grade than me? —Peter Russo, Susan Kimsey, Bobby Schalz seem to be comparing grades during grade card time, photo by Janna Boos seventh grade 105 Junior high rocks the music world Band First row Peter Ruso, Tisha Geeting, Beth Benbrick, Julie Bauman, Marcie Is- rael. Kellie Foster, Terri Bahr, Tonya Deaton, Jill Braithwait, Monica Scott, Melissa Steeby, Susan Kimsey, Jessica Juhl. second row Darren Baskins, Pete Studer, Joshua Livingston, Natalie Shorb, Angie Ptomey, Jeremy Miller, Matthew Laipple, Adam Franks, Mrs. Schmidt, sponsor, third row Tim Rathman, Yvonne Harbison, Amos Nel- son, Julie Elam. Eric Hartman, Jason Simpson. Zeb Prawl. fourth row Denny Rohrer, Marty Cornwell. Jennifer Woosely, Curt Eversgerd, Bobby Schultz, Rodger Karn, John Schmidt, Matt Schmille. fifth row Duane Weishaar, Josh Silvy, Heather Higgins, Jeff Hartman, Brian Bauman, Brian McCoy. Chorus First row Sandy Newcomb, Yvonne Harbison, Sheila Robison, Melanie Beattie. Sherri Ramseier, Julie Bauman, Jennifer Woosley, Brian McCoy, Curt Eversgerd, Joshua Livingston. Second row Amos Nelson, Marty Cornwell, Shelly Thornton. Natalie Shorb, Marcie Israel, Jessica Juhl, Bud Simmons, Pete Studer, Duane Weishaar, third row Linda Simpson, sponsor, Mark Worthen, Chris Jackson, Tim Rathman, Danieon Erickson, Eric Hartman, Wendell Snodgrass, Chris Miller, Brian Ross. Den- ny Rhohrer, Adam Franks. 106 junior high Something to cheer about Cheerleaders Bottom row Krisha Vertin, Jil Braithwait, Terry Bahr, top row Nicole Dennis, Tonya Deaton. Pep club First row Sheila Robison, Shelly Thornton, Terri Bahr, Jill Braithwait, Tonya Deaton, Nicole Dennis, Krisha Vertin, Ryan Hartman, Jason Simpson, second row Natalie Shorb. Tisha Geeting, Christie Geiler, Samantha Bauman. Kellie Foster, Heather Higgins. Angie Ptomey, Frank Hall, Jesse Gabriel, third row Beth Bembrick, Scott Davis, Matt Schmille, Ron Gabriel, Sean Hawkins, Zeb Prawl, Mike Blanton, Brandon Sigrist, Curt Smith, Darren Baskins, fourth row Allison Ford sponsor, Duane Weishaar, Curt Eversgerd, Bobby Schultz, Jeremy Miller, Melissa Steeby, Susan Kimsey, Sheri Ramseier, Julie Elam, Sandy Newcomb, fifth row Eric Hartman, Jessica Juhl, Ju- lie Bauman, Monica Scott, Marcie Israel. junior high 107 Cats have decent season Although their record may look a bit shaky, Coach Mike Leach is far from disappoint- ed in his junior high football team. “We played some really tough competition and did pretty well,” Leach said. The season started off on a bright note with a 30-0 win over Troy. “It was great beating Troy. If there was anyone we wanted to beat, it was Troy,” Ron Gabriel, eighth grad- er said. The biggest disappointment was the second game against Highland. It was a cold, rainy night, but the ’Cats played hard enough to score. The slick ball and the mud kept the ’Cats defense from stopping Highland from scoring twice, ending the game 6-12. “It was cold and wet, but it was fun,” Jason Simpson, eighth grader said. The seventh grade also got some playing time in a game against Elwood. “I think that winning that game showed us that we will be a pretty good team next year,” Jeff Hartman, seventh grader said. The season ended with a third place DVL win over Oskaloosa. “Mr. Leach got pretty excited after beating Troy, but he went nuts when I blocked one of Oskaloosa’s punts,” Daren Baskins, eighth grader said. by Angela Baskins iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiil I SCOREBOARD us THEM ■ z Troy 30 0 : Highland 6 12 : Everest 0 12 j E JCN 18 6 I Jackson Heights 8 40 j : Highland 8 30 j : Oskaloosa 30 6 108 junior high football First row—Chris Miller, Josh Silvy, Josh Livingston, Pete Studer, Jeremy Miller, Brian Mc- Coy, Wendell Snodgrass, Eric Hartman, Marty Cornwall, Coach Mike Leach. Second row— Denny Rohrer, Matt Laipple, John Schmidt, Frank Hall, Matt Schmille, Ron Gabriel, Rodger Karn, Brian Bauman, Darren Baskins, Jeff Hartman, Bud Simmons. Third row—Duane Weishaar, Ryan Hartman, Mike Blanton, Jesse Gabriel, Scott Davis, Sean Hawkins, Jason Simpson, Brandon Sigrist, Zeb Prawl, Bobby Schultz, photo by Bray Successful year for ‘Cats’ track The junior high boys track team enjoyed a great season this year. The 7th grade won three out of the six meets they participated in. They cap- tured first place at Highland with 106 points. The second place Highland team had 94 points. They also fin- ished second out of nine at the DVL meet. Travis Williams set a new pole vault record of 8 6”, beating the old record by six inches. Wendell Snodgrass tied 7th grade high jump record of 5’. The 8th grade boys finished strong in all their meets, and earned a third place finish at the DVL meet. The 8th grade 400m relay team of Jesse Gabriel, Brandan Sigrist, Zeb Prawl, and Curt Smith set a new DVL record that was set in 1983 by Valley Falls. They beat the record by .16 of a second. The team also brought home a 2nd place plaque from the Highland meet. The girls’ team was small, but consistent. There were only six 8th grade girls and ten 7th graders. Both teams placed 4th in the League meet. The 7th grade placed third, and the 8th grade placed 2nd at the Highland meet. “It’s really hard to score points at a track meet when you don’t have many team members,” Coach Earlene Campbell said of the girl’s team. The team brought home the relay trophy from Highland, and were in- strumental in capturing the overall trophy in Troy. v. ■- ■ Someone tell the photographer to put her shoes back on—Josh Livingston and Brian McCoy discuss the day's events at the Highland track meet, photo by Nicki Simpson know the back of that earring is here somewhere—Beth Bembrick prepares for a sprinting race at the Highland track meet. photo by Nicki Simpson first row—Marty Cornwall, Duane Weishaar, Joshua Livingston, Pete Studer, Scott Davis, Sean Hawkins, Jeremy Miller, second row—Curt Smith, Curt Eversgerd, Jeff Hartman, Bud Simmons. Brian McCoy, Jason Simpson. Jesse Gabriel, third row—Eric Hartman, Travis Wil- liams, Brian Bauman, Darren Baskins, Ryan Hartman, Wendell Snodgrass. Brandan Sigrist. fourth row—Mike Blanton. Bobby Schultz, Brett Laipple, Chris Miller. Zeb Prawl. John Schmidt, and Coach Mike Leach, photo by Bray first row—Heather Higgins. Susan Kimsey. Samantha Bauman, Beth Bembrick, Monica Scott, Krisha Vertin, Angie Ptomey, and Tanya Deaton, second row—Coach Earlene Campbell, Tisha Geeting, Melissa Steeby. Melanie Beattie, Julie Bauman. Terri Bahr, Jessica Juhl, Jody Bauman, Jill Braithwait. photo by Bray Junior ’Cats have rough season The words “basketball season” meant rough terrain for the Wathena Junior High girls this season. The eighth grade girls faced some pretty tough competition in the league. They were tossed around a bit and ended up with one win and five losses. The seventh grade girls showed some promise with a season showing of four wins and only two losses. “Even though we lost, we had a positive attitude all the way through the season,” Angie Ptomey said. The combined overall record for both seventh and eighth grade girls was 5 12. But, most people have a positive outlook for next year. “I think we worked together and supported the team,” said Monica Scott. “It was much better season than the record indicated. I was pleased with the effort and look forward to next year,” Coach Earlene Campbell said. by Michelle Haupt Front row—Monica Scott, Krisha Vertin, Tonya Deaton, Angie Ptomey, Julie Bauman, Susan Kimsey, Jill Braithwait. Second row—Head Coach Earlene Campbell, Heather Higgins, Samantha Bauman, Beth Bembrick, Jessica Juhl, Jodi Bauman, Marci Isreal. photo by Bray. 110 junior high girl’s basketball All 4-1 (7th) and 1-4 all! (8th) £ Q ur season started out I 1 great, but it didn’t go as good as I thought it should have,” was Zeb Prawl’s comment on the eighth grade boy’s basketball season. The eighth grade boys had a hard time this year with a record of one win and four losses. But, check the scoreboard. Two of these games were lost by five points, which shows the eighth graders had more talent than the scoreboard showed. The seventh grade boy’s season was a direct opposite of the eighth grade boys. They made quite a show- ing by posting a season record of four wins and only one loss to Troy. “We are going to beat Troy next year,” Eric Hartman said. One seventh grader summed up the team’s feelings simply. “We were awesome,” Brian Mc- Coy said. “The skills and ability for both of these teams shows promise for the fu- ture,” Coach Jerry Burks said. by Michelle Haupt Another Larry Bird In the makingI—Brandon Sigrist breaks into the open for two quick points against Everest, photo by Nicki Simpson “Concentration, arch, follow through . . . ”—Ryan Hartman thinks hard about his free throw during the Highland game, photo by Janna Boos. Front row—Brian Bauman, Sean Hawkins, Jeremy Miller, Scott Davis, Pete Studer, Brian McCoy. Joshua Livingston. Rodger Karn. Marty Cornwall, Jason Simpson. Second row—Eric Hartman, Ryan Hartman, Curt Smith, John Schmidt, Wendall Snodgrass, Zeb Prawl, Darren Baskins. Brandon Sigrist, Bud Simmons. Travis Williams, Curt Eversgerd, Coach Ron Blocker, not pictured Head Coach Jerry Burks, photo by Bray. I SCOREBOARD 1 EE n EE EE EE — St Fronds Tourney M Troy Eiwood Everest Jackson Heights 555 Highland 1 DVL Tourney 7th boys 8th boys US THEM US THEM 3rd 21 22 39 32 20 2nd 34 31 30 28 26 7th junior high boy’s basketball 111 r JAMVOLD TRUCK 4 TRACTOR REPAIR “Specializing in 1HC” TROY, KANSAS 66087 PHONE: (913) 985-3614 Mannschreck 512 Felix • St. Joseph, Missouri center Compliments Of ffei Bank of Troy Troy. Kansas 66087 'THE TIME, TEMP. WEATHER FORECAST BANK My most memorable mo- ment was when I stole Ms. Sollars hall passes and then sent ransom notes to her for a week. Each morning she would read the notes to the class, and the whole class knew who was sending the notes. One time I cut letters out of the newspaper and sent that to her. It was very funny. Brandon Libel (816) 232-5744 JEWELRY 7 SERVING THIS COMMUNITY 1870 C?1 See Wright's For The Wright Watch. Diamond. Or Gift At The Wright Price FDll My most memorable moment in high school was when I was at football practice and it was my birthday. Afterwards, at the end of the practice, the senior football players including Wally Snodgrass (who was a junior) and Chad McCoy (who was a sophomore) stripped off my pants. I was left standing in my jock and shoulder pads. My shorts were on the flag pole at the top. Mike Bell My most memorable mo- ment was when Janna Boos, Angie Spainhower, and I made these red jumpsuits out of terry cloth. They were the ugliest things but we wore them to school on the same day. Imagine looking at one ugly terry cloth outfit, let alone three of them. At least I wasn’t alone. Deanne Studer. My most memorable mo- ment was when we had a basketball game at Valley Falls and the girls and boys locker rooms were right next to each other. I went down to get something from our locker room. Some of the junior var- sity guys had just got done taking showers and were getting dressed. They started flashing me, and I will never forget the color of Josh El- der’s bright yellow underwear. Jenifer McAdams. 112 ads CONGRATULATIONS to the 1988 Graduating Class of Wathena High School We are proud of your accomplishments and wish you continued success in the future! The Wathena Booster Club WILDCATS! r ST. JOSEPH TRUSS CO. Box 235 RR 2 Hwy. 36 (913) 989-4497 or (913) 989-3480 Robert Poirier: Owner QAcleoQyUo iks Charles and Joan Nimtz Owners East Hwy. 36 Wathena, Ks. 66090 Phone: (913) 989-3546 My most memorable mo- ment was my sophomore year, when our chorus attend- ed clinic music contest at Benedictine. I was going down the stairs, tripped and fell down the first flight, then I got up to continue down when I started falling again. I felt down both flights of stairs and ended up with a bruised body not to mention my ego. Katy Elder 24 Hr. 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McQuillan ROBERT GUIER My most memorable moment was when I was a sophomore in high school. I was in the band room sitting between John Cluck and Mike Smith. We were in Mrs. Schmidt’s office practicing for a concert. Mike and John left the room, and 1 found a box of powder paints. I started shoving bunches of it down the mouthpieces of their trombones. When they came back we had to play in front of Mrs. Schmidt. They didn’t know about the paint, so when we started to play, red and blue smoke started coming out of their trombones. Boy was Mrs. Schmidt mad. Rodney McVey. CORA’S CERAMIC SHOP Route 2—Wathena, KS. 989-3235 Classes, Greenware Paint Supplies Cora Titus Propheter—Owner PADEN’S DAIRY BARN DRIVE-IN Wathena, Kansas A DEUTZ KHD ALLIS MILLER IMPLEMENT INC. HIGHLAND, KANSAS 913-442-3215 ads 121 It’s time for the Royal Flush to fold “And it’s Brandy the Butcher pre- paring to put his scissors to the hair of his next victim ...” This may sound like a mixture of Saturday night wrestling and a Fiday night hor- ror show, but no! It’s just something you might here if you step into the Productions class on one of our WILD days. That is something that makes this class so special to me. When the as- signments are given out and everyone knows what to do, we all get serious and get down to work. But there have been times when we can joke and have a fun time. And like the editors before me have done, I would like to recognize all of the members of the yearbook staff, that I have had a great time with this year and thank them for the hard work and the dedication they put forth into the making of this year- book. Janna Nicki: You both did a great job on the pictures, but I’ll al- ways wonder why neither of you tried to strangle any of the staff members around deadline time. Deanne Annette: Our own version of Picasso and Monet, thanks for the ‘Wild’ art. The cover looks gorgeous. Brenda, Michelle, Katy: You guys are so terrific. I don’t know what the staff would have done without you. I could never thank you enough so just know that ‘I Love Ya’. Leanne: Thanks for the effort. It was very much appreciated. Good luck for your senior year on the staff. Reggie: I know things went kind of slow at first but you didn’t give up. Just remember, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Angie: Thanks for all of the super layouts and all of the extra overtime. You’ll make a neat editor next year. Brandy (The Butcher): What can I say, you did great work and also pro- vided the class with some comic re- lief. By the way, do you have nightmares about styro-foam attack- ing you while you are driving down the highway? And finally, Miss Reese: I’ve really enjoyed working with you on this yearbook. You been a lot of fun and very supportive when I needed it. Thanks. And everytime I read the Far Side, I’ll think of you! Being yearbook editor has really been a growing experience for me and I’m sure I am a better person for experiencing it. By: Angela Spainhower Put ■ away the childhood years and..... Begin the walk of COLLEGe CitY r'__ life! As everyone knows, no two years can be exactly the same. There has to be different events and activities to set them apart. This year has definitely been a unique time. A big issue the past few years has been the lack of spirit shown by the students. It seemed like excitement and positive attitudes towards school events had almost become extinct. But that all changed during the 1987-88 school year. Under the leadership of Brenda Bauman as the student council president, the students began to 124 closing fan the dying embers of school pride and spirit. By the time the football season was over, our school spirit was running rapid. It was truly something I am glad I experienced. The yearbook itself made a big change this year. After some troubles with the Jostens company, ICP was chosen as the new company to take over the publication of the school year- book. The journalism class had an- other successful year with their production of WE-B-TV, a video taped conglomeration of com- mercials, stories, weather reports, and other news related things. And to say the least, this year’s sports seasons were the best in years. The girls volleyball team had the first winning sea- son ever, the football team won more games than in the last four years, and the boys basketball team placed second in the pre- season tournament and placed second place at Immaculata. The yearbook theme, Take a Walk on the Wild Side, fits the past year to a tee. Although we had our bad times, the students and faculty here at WHS has definitely made this a Wild year that will be cherished and remembered for years to come. Byi Angela Spainhower Taking a walk of her own. — Janna Boos is escorted by her father. Mike Boos, during the Queen of Courts coronation. photo by Bray. Hey James, over hereI—James Coburn and Doug Bauman clown around while dancing at Ole' Macdonald's farm on prom night, photo by Bray Look out basket. here I cornel—A.J. Braithwait pre- pares to go for the basket during the basketball home- coming game against JCN. photo by Bray. Make way. I'm coming through!—Wally Snodgrass looks as if he is ready to plow his way through a touchdown, photo by Bray. closing 125 A Allen, Mark 43,67,78 Arthur, Jason 98,99 6 Bahr, Terri 100,104,106,107,109 Barton, Guy 18,29,34,63,78,79 Baskins, Angela 18,39,45,76,79,82,83,86,87, 122.123 Baskins, Darren 98,99,106,107,108,109,111 Bauman, Brenda 5,8,10,15,16,17,36,39,41, 49.62.76.77.80.82.86.87.122.123 Bauman, Brian 98,99,106,108,109,111 Bauman, Doug 6,7,8,10,15,16,17,26,27,30, 39,40,42,43,53,63,66,78,79,80,82,83,87, 125 Bauman, Jody 100,109,110 Bauman, Jonathan 30 Bauman, Julie 100,106,107,109,110 Bauman, Katherine 22,49,87 Bauman, Keith 69 Bauman, Lisa 20,21,28,41,48,49,53,60,76, 77,80,86,87 Bauman, Richard 20,21,43,51,56 Bauman, Samantha 98,99,107,109,110 Bauman, Terry 20,21,43,51,53,59,78,80 Bear, Diana 68 Beattie, Melanie 100,101,106,109 Beattie, Michelle 22,86 Bell, Michelle 8,17,116 Bell, Mike 22,43,51,53,78,112 Bell, Ragenna 20,21,39 Bembrick, Beth 98,99,106,107,109,110 Berger, Edward 20,21,39,78,87 Betts, Katy 100 Blanton, John 65 Blanton, Mike 98,99,107,108,109 Blocker, Ron 56,62,63,111 Boehringer, Richard 46,47,51,53,97 Boos, Janna 6,8,11,13,15,16,17,26,27,28,30, 31,36,39,44,45,48,49,53,54,55,66,76,80, 82.86.87.122.123.125 Boos, Nan 20,21,60,74,86,87 Bottiger, Marjorie 68 Braithwait, A.J. 3,6,7,8,10,13,14,16,17,26, 27,29,30,33,36,43,51,53,57,65,76,77,79, 80.81.83.115.125 Braithwait, Jill 100,105,106,107,109,110 Burks, Jerry 68,76,111 Burnett, Mike 98 C Campbell, Earlene 49,99,102,103,109,110 Campbell, Landon 20,21,43,51,53,60,80,119 Caton, Brad 18,40,46,47,53,64 Christman, Jason 22,86 Clark, Sheila 8.14,15,16,17,24,32,81,82,86, 87,116 Clary, Rhonda 18,45,48,49,53,55,62,80,81 Cluck, Lisa 8,15,16,17,34,53,80,81,86 Colhour, Jeff 98,99 Colhour, Michael 20,21,78,93 Cornwell, Marty 100,106,108,109.111 Cox, Leslie 8,11,15,16,17,35,37,53,76,80,81, 86 Cox, Lisa 20,21,78,86 D Davis, Angela 3,20,21,86 Davis, Scott 98,99,107,108,109,111 Davis, Sharon 22,78,79,86 Deaton, Don 28,41,42,43,59,65 Deaton, Sherry 45 Deaton, Tara 4,22,32,45,49,52,53,79,84,86, 87 Deaton, Tonya 100,106,107,109,110 Dennis, Nicole 98,107 DeVault, Darlene 68 DeVault, Gary 22,39,43,78 Dittemore. Amy 7,8,11,15,16,17,37,80,81,84 Drake, Tanya 22,45,46,49,52,53,56,79,86 £ Elam, Julie 100,106,107 Elder, Israel 18,28,51,52,57,76,79,80,86 Elder, Joshua 22,33,39,43,51,53,58,86,87 Elder, Katy 6,9,11,16,17,35,39,65,77,82,83, 114,122,123 Engemann, Heidi 3,7,9,14,15,16,17,24,26,37, 39,45,76,77,79,80,82,83,84,86,87 Engemann, Geary 38,63,79,83,97 Engemann, Kurt 22,39,43,47,51,53,75,79,83, 87 Erickson, Damiean 100,104,106 Euler, Juanita 68 Eversgerd, Curt 100,106,107,109,111 f Fansher, Brian 22,23,43,79 Fleek, Mary 68 Force, Tony 20,21,43,51,86,87,93 Ford, Allison 99,104,107 Foster, Kellie 98,99,103,106,107 Franks, Adam 100,104,106 Frump, Heather 26,27 0 Gabriel, Jesse 98,99,102,103,107,108,109 Gabriel, Ron 98,99,103,107,108 Gardner, Tanya 100 Geeting, Lisa 22,23,38,39,79,87 Geeting, Tisha 98,99,103,106,107 Geiler, Christie 98,107 Gerardy, Dana 98,99 Glenn, Janet 100,105 Gould, Linda 98,103 Groh, Chris 22,23,78,79,87 Groh, Sarah 18,28,39,53,55,58,61,82,86,87 H Hall, Frank 98,99,103,107,108 Hansen, Damon 22,23,43,59,87 Hansen, Duston 22,23,39,43,87 Harbison, Yvonne 100,106 Hartley, Terry 22,23,86 Hartman, Eric 100,101,104,106,107,108 109,111 Hartman, Jason 3,20,21,25,33,39,43,51,58, 61.79.80.82.86.87 Hartman, Jeff 100,106,108,109 Hartman, Robbin 22,23,53,59,87 Hartman, Ryan 98,99,103,107,108,109,111 Haupt, Michelle 9,11,13,15,16,17,26,27,36, 39,44,45,48,49,54,55,60,62,76,77,80,81, 86,87,122,123 Haupt, Nicholle 22,23,30,41,45,49,52,53,74, 79.86.87 Hawkins, Jerry 20,21,43,59,78 Hawkins, Sean 98,99,103,107,108,109,111 Hayes, Craig 20,21,28,43,53,80,88 Heaton, Richard 68 Higgins, Heather 99,103,106,107,109,110 Horner, Brenda 9,17 I Isreal, Marcie 100,101,106,107,110 J Jackson, Chris 100,101,106 Jackson, Michelle 20,21,39,63,79,80,82,83 Jones, George 18,25,34,39,43,51,52,53,58, 62,64,73,74,76,80,82,83,86,94 Jones, Joyce 6,7,9,10,13,15,16,17,25,29,30, 31,33,36,39,41,49,57,76,77,80,87 Jones, Michelle 15,18 Jones, Sandy 20,21,45,64,80,85,86,87 Juhl, Jessica 101,106,107,109,110 Juhl, Mitzi 22,23,43,53,79 Juhl, Tonya 9,15,16,17,33,65,81,82,86,87 K Karn, John 69 Karn, Rodger 98,99,102,103,106,109,111 Kimsey, Susan 100,101,105,106,107,109,110 Koehler, Lesley 3,18,45,48,49,52,53,86,87 Koelliker, Rick 20,21,64 Krousa, Leann 18,39,60,61,76,77,80,82,86, 122,123 Kucan, Chris 4,5,22,23,87 L Lafferty, Pat 66 Laipple, Brett 109 126 index Laipple, Jason 20,21,28,47,51,53,56,76,77, 78,79,80,83,87 Laipple, Matthew 100,101,106,108 Leach, Mike 10,43,64,108,109 Lehman, Andrea 4,20,21,60 Libel, Brandon 6,9,14,15,16,17,29,30,33,36, 39,51,60,62,76,80,81,112,122,123 Libel, Brice 29,84 Livingston, Joshua 100,101,106,108,109,111 Long, Michael 18,28,34,78 M Masters, Nicki 20,21,45,66,79,81,86 McAdams, Anginette 4,9,15,16,17,86,87 McAdams, Jenifer 4,22,23,30,45,49,53,77, 79,86,87,112 McCoy, Brian 100,101,105,106,108,109,111 McCoy, Chad 20,21,43,50,51,52,53,86,94 McCrory, Kenya 22,23,45,46,49,53,79,86,87 McMullen, Joanne 7,9,16,17,81 McVey, Brenda 7,11,12,15,16,17,26,27,49, 65,75,81,82,86,87 McVey, Jenny 18,45,65 McVey, Regina 18,19,44,45,84,122,123 McVey, Rodney 6,12,16,107,25,30,35,43,51, 121 Merritt, Sheila 21,86 Michaels, Todd 18,19,34,42,43,51,62,80,82, 86 Miller, Brett 22,23,43,51,53,79,87 Miller, Chris 100,101,106,108,109 Miller, Jeremy 100,101,106,107,108,109,111 Morris, Christel 21,85,86 Murphy, Jeremy 22,23,43,58 N Nelson, Amos 100,101,106 Newcomb, Angela 21,80,86 Newcomb, Sandy 100,101,106,107 0 Opinion, Jesse 56 Orcutt, Crishia 22,23,59,87 Orcutt, Jamie 21,45,49,85,86,87 P Perry, Kris 21,28,56,64 Poirier, Chad 10,12,16,17,63.67 Poirier, Ed 7,12,15,16,17,30,37,51,63,82 Potter, Stanley 22,23,56 Prawl, Zeb 98,99,103,107,108,109,111 Ptomey, Angie 99,103,106,107.109,111 Ptomey, Bryan 21,43,46,51,53,56,62,86 ft Ramseier, Joe 22,23,78 Ramseier, Sandra 12,15,16,17,33,65,78,86 Ramseier, Sheri 100,101,104,106,107 Rathman, Tim 100,101,106 Reese, Nancy 25,40,45,57,60,122,123 Remmers, Susan 18,19,44,45,80,81,85 Rice, Kiley 22,23,24,42,43,51,63,87 Robison, Bret 18,19,61,62,74,78 Robison, Sheila 99,102,106,107 Rohrer, Denny 100,101,106,108 Rolfsmeyer, Evalee 12,16,17 Rolfsmeyer, Rex 22,23,32 Rolfsmeyer, Stephen 22,23,58 Ross, Brian 100,106 Ruhnke, Natalie 11,12,14,15,16,17,24,86,87 Russo, Jesika 22,59 Russo, Peter 100,101,105 Ryser, Karen 69 $ Sandy, Larry 28,29,40,48,49.50,51,57,62,80 Schmidt, John 99,102,103,106,108,109,111 Schmidt, Kathleen 5,38,58,86,87,105 Schmille, Eva 22,23,28,45,66,79,86,87 Schmille, Mary Beth 18,19,28,44,45,48,49, 65.76.82.86.87 Schmille, Matt 99,106,107,108 Schultz, Kay 68 Schultz, Lana 21,86 Schulz, Bobby 100,101,105,106,107,108,109 Schuster, Aaron 26,27 Schweder, Doris 68 Scott, Monica 100,101,104,106,107,109,110 Sharp, Janet 12,14,15,16,17,40,49,56,60,77, 81.87 Shaw, Pam 35,54,55,66,73,75,81,84 Shellenberger, Angela 18,19,24,79,86 Shorb, Natalie 99,106,107 Sigrist, Brandan 98,99,103,107,108,109,111 Silvy, Joshua 101,106,108 Simerly, James 5,18,19,33,43,51,53,61,78, 79,114 Simmons, Bud 100,101,106,108,109,111 Simpson, Jason 99,102,106,107,108,109,111 Simpson, Joyce 69 Simpson, Kenneth 21 Simpson, Linda 106 Simpson, Nicole 18,19,25,45,52,53,54,55,62, 76.77.79.80.82.86.122.123 Sisson, Janet 101,105 Smith, Bill 68 Smith, Curt 99,107,109,111 Snodgrass, Tashia 30 Snodgrass, Wally 18,19,38,39,41,43,51,52, 53.67,77,78,80,125 Snodgrass, Wendell 101,104,105,106,108, 109,111 Sollars, Arlene 28,38,56,61 Spainhower, Angela 6,10,12,15,16,17,81,87, 119.122.123 Steeby, Billy Jo 18,19,46,47,53,54,55,86 Steeby, David 22,23,43,47,78,79 Steeby, Janelle 11,13,16,17,34,39,47,52,53, 81,86 Steeby, Melissa 100,101.106,107,109 Studer, Deanne 7,10,13,15,16,17,30,31,33, 78,86,112,122,123 Studer, Paige 18,19,45,64,87 Studer, Pete 100,101,105,106,108,109,111 T Tafoya, Vickie 20,21,45,56,81,85,86 Tawzer, Jim 13,14,16,17,47,74,78 Theis, Angela 22,23,40,45,49,52,53,61,79, 86,87 Thomas, Tina 18,19,46,47,52,53,77,79,84 Thornton, Shelly 99,102,106,107 Tucker, Joe 21,47 u VanWey, Traci 18,19,45,49,51,81 Vertin, Brent 3,7,10,13,14,15,16,17,26,27, 28,29,34,35,36,41,43,51,53,76,77,79,80, 83 Vertin, Krisha 99,102,103,107,109,110 U) Walker, Brian 4,18,19,43,51,52,53,59,62,78 Walts, Billy 22,23,43,78,86 Wardlow, Debbie 66 Weaks, Shelly 18,19,38,39,49,52,53,61,81, 86,87 Webb, Anna 21,92 Weishaar, Annette 18,19,55,82,92,122,123 Weishaar, Duane 100,101,106,107,108,109 Weishaar, Paula 22,23,66,79,87 Weishaar, Peggy 22,23,29,53,79,86,87 Whitten, Jay 19,35,63,78,79 Wilke, Debra 58 Williams, Travis 100,101,109,111 Witt, Chris 18,19,58,61,86 Witt, Tim 22,23,86 Woosley, Jennifer 100,101,106 Worthen, Mark 100,101,106 Wyatt, Jo 21,86,116 Wyatt, Kay 21,24,66,86 index 127 Wildcat Super Boosters Good Luck to a “Special” Group of Seniors! Janna and Michelle—Do your favorite jump, ‘cause we’re dogs! ’—Grohmonster Good Luck, Wildcats!—Amy Dittemore Special People Deserve Special Rewards Good Luck Haupt sisters, from two very special friends. Remember us when you’re gone—Chad McCoy If you can’t be an athlete, be an athletic supporter—Jo and Jayna Good Luck, Seniors!—Mike and Karen Boos Good Luck to the Graduates of ’88—Jr. High Cheerleaders When are we gonna see the wabbits, George?—Doug Bauman Joyce, Janna, A.J., Brenda, Heidi, and Bike support the Wildcats. Good Luck, Seniors!—Mr. Boehringer Good Luck, Seniors!—Nick Masters and Christal Morris Congratulations and Good Luck Seniors!—Bob Sebbert Good Luck, Seniors!—Kay Schultz Jay S.—Oh by the way, Sarah F. called! jBuena Suerte a la clase de 1988!—Sr. Jesse Opinion A—Woman—If God saves the Kinks, He has to save Michelle Starr! AB Wildcats are 1 with the Smiths—Brett, Curt, Reatha, and Bill What are you, a freshman?— Toast Wildcats, take no prisoners! — DDD I should have blocked before I tried to pass.—A.J. Good Luck Brenda B. God Bless the Wildcats— Byron and Marcia Mary Fleek Take it easy, and if it’s easy, take it twice!—Annette and Reggie Go play on the highway! — Adel Good Luck, Seniors!—George and Erma Jones Good Luck ’Cats!—Michael, Susan, and Amos Nelson Good Luck, Seniors!—Jack and Roselle Slaughter Good Luck, Seniors!—Helen Luedke God Save the Kinks! Roger and Sheri McCoy Ulas and Joyce Simpson Congratulations Seniors!—Mrs. Schmidt Congratulations and Good Luck in the future, Seniors! — Mrs. Shaw—Clark The “Four Stooges” Forever! Congratulations to the Seniors—John and Ruth Karn Israel Elder Good Luck, Seniors!—Doris Schweder Good Luck to the Seniors because with their attitudes, they will need it. Thanks Doug for always believing me and understanding. Good Luck! 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