West High School - Hesperian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1978 volume:

r'l Jb A _ a A YVa cA A 3v u v?w v 1 £ v u W, r ; if 'ffi j- � . i j ) r S) S . A . A CT V- uv” o'P.r’-jtt- I - J H’ iV a- VaA V., A • ..wW.oV -1 I' ‘ .. o'- ) . n West High School 28th And Hennepin Minneapolis, Minnesota Volume 69 2 All Of The Students, 4 Fans In The Stands, Players, 5 6 Smilers And Frowners, 7 8 Scholars And Thinkers 9 10 Epicurians 11 12 Have GREAT EXPECTATIONS 13 14 For West High 15 16 ACTIVITIES The Crowning Glory 18 Sophomore Attendant: Janet Bailly. Junior Attendant: Cha Cha Inveen. Freshman Attendant: Trish Carney ' « Sonia Col both represents summer with style. At the coronation grand expectations were felt by all although each student may have seen it in a little different light Freshman, sophomores, and juniors looked forward to the coming years as seniors gave a sigh of supremacy. Mr. Allen, in his homecoming hard hat, commenced the dazzling extravaganza. Back on the throne for the last time, Martha Schwob relived her Great Expectations of the past year with the other “All Star Alumni” present. True to Chris Lloyd’s prediction, Stephanie Johnson was proclaimed our regal queen representing “the last of the great class of ’78.” With the looks of spring, summer, fall, and winter at her side, our court really did look enchanting. 1977 Homecoming Court: C. Dull. K. Kleber, J. Nitche. A. Goldfarb, N. Overby. K. Knudson, A. Inveen, J. Bailly. A. French, T. Carney. M. Fontaine, S. Johnson, C. Galle.G. Fisker.T. Guthrie. B. Jackson, V. Nelson, A. Wyatt. A. Holt, H. Dougherty, J. Hanvik, L. Nitche, S. Colbeth. 19 Janet, Cha Cha, and Tricia enjoy the parade. Martin fools them again! MJtC z A Grand Day At a rousing pep fest the Freshmen proved “They have Finesse”, we were convinced “Juniors are Jocose” and we even believed “Sophomores Stars are Shining On”. Spirits soared high as Westites were raring to break, warp (or at least skip) the Tommies record. Even though it “rained on our parade”, and the royal game was postponed, the whopper-eating-contest brightened our day. The students proved to reign over the faculty as the burger-kings! At the dance “Cohesion” really pulled it all together. We looked impressive in our semi-formals as we boogied to our hearts content in the boys’ gym. On a beautiful, fall Monday at Parade Stadium fans and football players, cheerleaders and highsteppers all turned out to watch the West Cowboys meet the Edison Tommies. Along with the Highsteppers’ balloons,our school spirit was sky-high, but we soon learned that spirit wasn’t enough. And as a loyal Cowboy put it . we gave everything we had, we played a good game, it just wasn’t enough.” All in all, Homecoming didn’t go as expected, but it was GREAT. 20 Students dance to the music of Cohesion. Go, go, go Cowboys go! 21 How about a shine' On and around the night of November fourth many strange things started happening at West. First, early in the week gals started to literally chase guys. When the fellas were caught, everyone, including Daisy Mae, Mara Patten and Marryin Sam, Tony Leung, dressed up as hill billies and went to the dance. Pictures were taken in a wheelbarrow; couples got married in the biffy; gals had to pay a nickel and a kiss to get their fella out of jail. All of these crazy events made up what in many people’s opinion was one of the best Sadie Hawkins dances ever. “You’ve got ring around the collar' 22 Surpirse! Surprise! I’ve got you cornered now Moonshine Magic, This beats Poppin Fresh. Hockey players teach Highsteppers to dance 23 Holiday Dance; Holly, High Spirits And The Hustle The band presented an ensemble performance. The last day before winter break was overflowing with holiday spirit, decorated lockers, and students thankful that December 22 was finally here. To break up the monotony of class parties and Kris Kringle strikes, West’s band played a festive auditorium concert. Westites rushed out of school at 2:00 carrying empty backpacks to prepare for the Holiday Dance. Student council sponsored the dance as usual but for the first time it was held out of school at the Golden Valley House. The band was “Airtight”, and West loved it! Decked in their holiday duds, students chatted, danced, swayed, and jived to start off their vacation in style. 24 Festive Leslie. Sue and Sue have obviously been hit by their Kris Kringles. Sophomores mingle at the dance. Kris Kringle strikes again! Andrea Marcos and Mary-Lynn Pirner belt out solos. 25 Steve and Amy search for that special snowflake. 26 Westites pig out on ice cream! All are silent when Angela sings! With West’s first junior board ever at the helm, Sno-Daze Week was a “Fantabulous” and “Stylish” success. During the week, contests were held that ranged from porking down ice cream and popsicles to blowing bubbles! All during the week the junior class song sounded throughout the halls. Much talent was displayed at the 1978 Sno-Daze Talent Show featuring the faculty quartet, the Highsteppers, singers, jazz dancers, and a dazzling magic show! With the end of the week came the coronation where Deb Luker and Peter Schwob were crowned. The romp in the snow later in the day was attended by all ... and no one left dry!! Tummies were then warmed with hot cocoa in the lunch room. Friday evening set the scene for the Sno-Daze Dance. W’ith the juniors in the lead, soon the whole dance floor was doing the “Saturday Night Fever” hustle. Thus the week ended and only the spirited survived!!!!! 27 Miss Snowflake l oogies on down! You expect me to believe that? Council gets a tour of the gym from an expert. “Will the meeting please come to order,” says Tony. Ellen reads the minutes. Old business: planned Homecoming, prepared student directory, financed Holiday Dance, funded pop machine, trip to Park Center, State Convention in Marshall ... Interruption ... “Sergeant at Arms” Kleber subdues the offender. New business: multi-media, student exchange with Mounds View, buying popcorn machine for new gym, all-school picnic, gym dedication ... Mr. Allen, “The date set for completion is ... ” Parliamentarian Terry North, “Actually a 2 3 vote is needed.” Matt, “spice cake!” Tony, “May I have a motion to adjourn the meeting ... a second?” Council, “I second it ... I second it ... I second it.” Time to tour the new gym! 28 John seems interested. Student Council: Wednesday Room 212 Student Council- First How I,. to R.: E. Fabes, T. North. M. Birk, I). Phillips, T. Edwards. Second Row: R. Johnson. J. Taylor. S. Johnson, L. Plummer. M. Fitzmaurice, T. I eung. Third Row: C. Hubert, A. Hirshfield, T. Madsen. I.. Goranson, M. Fitzmaurice. Adviser I). Allen. J. Hanvik, C. Galle. 'I'. Conroy. M. Roth. Fourth Row: B. Whrittenhour. W. Hubert, T. Carney, E. Streitz. G. Larsen, S. Fitzmaurice. J. Robinson. C. Kaplan. 29 YEARBOOK STAFF: L. TO R. FIRST ROW: E. Wenzel; advisor, S. Harrison. A. Sanford; editor. K. Smith; editor. C. Premer; editor. SECOND ROW: T. Madsen. L. Streitz, J. Martin. I). Premer. THIRD ROW: L, Shelton; advisor, R. Schwartz. I). Cross, A. Whitlock. D. Phillips. RACK ROW: A. Fried. Producing another Hesperian was especially challenging this year. Two out of the three editors were just juniors; we had an over one thousand dollar deficit to work around, we were forced to use a “pay in full” plan, and in addition, we had to break in two new “advisers!” Falling student enrollment and APATHY magnified the problems of rising production costs. An unusually ambitious staff set its sights high, counting on more color than last year and a more extravagant cover. We launched a high power advertising campaign selling ads around the neighborhood and books in the school. Both administration and students breathed a sigh of relief as the goal of selling 500 books was surmounted in the nick of time, and the Hesperian staff announced that there definitely would be a yearbook this year! Our expectations were doubtful at first, but in the end Westites came through and were Great. Hand It To The Hesperian Staff Albert Attempts to “crop” Kat permanently. Meet The Press The newspaper staff sought to “spread the word” through its ocassional editions of the “Cowboy Chronicle’’. The staff, advised by Joan Bradach, was made up of spirited students at West. They raced bravely against time to finish their stories and meet their deadlines. Although the news was not always current and up-to-date, it was accurately reported. The staff members were often heard pestering their friends for the correct way to spell or syllabify a word. The reporters wrote about all the activities at West such as athletics, dances, faculty, and outstanding individuals. This is the tricky part. 31 E. Parker. A. Holt, A. Fitch, C. Miller, .J. Berg ford, C. Galle, C. Kaplan. M. Miller, J. Martin. K. Sherbarth, K. Nicholas, G. Larson FIRST ROW: I). Amlee, J. Okerland, L. Viebahn, S. Holt, L. Cohen SECOND ROW: .J. Walsh, A. Holt. T. Mad son, K. Freeman, A. Ellingham THIRD ROW: M. Pirner, M. Morstad, T. Phelps, F. Goetz. FOURTH ROW: L. Rath. M. Patton. L. Gustafson. J. Perry, J. Bent ,.I. Bordewick.A. Hargreaves, H. MaginnisNOT PICTURED: Doughboy The Way West Ski Club makes their way down the slopes with smiles on their faces and a glow in their cheeks. The annual Michigan ski trip was, as usual, a success and was topped off with an exciting evening in Ironwood, at the Bluegoose. The Montana trip over energy week was filled with mighty good snow and an all around good time. 32 Ski bunnies with toad Camera Club; Newly Developed J s J esf Find one’s composition, adjust one’s aperture, ASA, and shutter speed, take the picture. The camera club, a new group at West, advised by Mr. Thomas, a “camera nut,’’ can be seen around West clicking away at their cameras. Their composition includes: concerts, people, Leo Kotte, West High. These camera “fanatics” may be around at any time so smile and say cheese to the new camera club at West. Mr. Thomas advises the shutterbugs. Agitation of the Film is necessary. CAMERA CLUB: L. TO R.; Zoe Friedman. Francine Downing. Theresa Downing. Ellen Borman. Lisa Mirkin, Mark McDonald. Blowing Away Under the direction of Tom Keith, the band has provided a rousing background at pep-fests and games to lead the spectators to cheer on those mighty men in green. They have made appearances at St. Peter, Mn., and Jefferson; the audiences were completely enthralled. The annual Late, Late, Fall concert was also a smashing success. The stage band competed at several jazz festivals at Eau Claire, La Crosse and Augsburg with approximately thirty other high school ensembles. They ended the year with another fantastic spring concert, in which there were two guest soloists, Rick Cornish, a guitarist and Steve Wright, a trumpeter. There are also “rumors” of a record to be produced with both stage band and concert band. BAND: FIFTH ROW: K. Vogel. J. Tilsen, S. Schwartz. S Sarles, L. Potter. J. Bigelow. FOURTH ROW: A. Goldlmrb. A. Fitch. W. Hastings. C. Tack, M. Day, A. Ellingham, .1. Bordewick, T. Chappell. THIRD ROW: K. Fitzgerald. L. Carr. B. Fabes, A. Campean. J. Kodner. D. Kellam, S. Deatrich. P. Walton, R. Manabe, L. Bratton. SECOND ROW: M. Ber- J4 Battaglia keeps the beat nard, S. Yellowhammer, P. Keith. J. Engel-bart, A. Battaglia, M. Pirner, A. Marcos, ■). Wallen, L. B. Day, .J. Bordewick, C. Metcalf, FIRST ROW: J. Renallo. S. Preston, P. Hickman, R. Larson, M. Sussman, T. Conroy, L. Plaisance, K. Wettstein, L. Goranson, Z. Mit-zel. 35 Walton practices finger coordination Your vocal chords were grounded? Snap, Krackle Pop . . . Group What group improved by changing their style and sound? Well, it was the 1977-78 Sunrise. Although the number of people taking part in the group went down, the quality of the music did not suffer. Sunrise lived up to the great expectations of the group and their director, Mr. Keith Gause. Theresa, Jenny and Lisa are keyed” for their afternoon performance. Sunrise L to R: T. Transue, A. Wood, L. Anderson, S. Olson. H. Dougherty, J. Walsh, B. Johnson, S. McChesney, C. Schlafer 36 Girls Choir First row L to R: B. Phan. L. Plummer. A. Raymond. L. North. K. Cad well. N. Capiz, S. McChesney, M. Johnson, Second row: R. Rucker. M. Lund. M. Zosel. R. Koltz, G. Grahm, A. Kodner, P. Lynch, B. Johnson Concert Choir. First row L to R: K. Batdorf, C. Brown, V. Campeau, K. Cadwell, D. Edwards, R. Brackett, R. Jedlicka, S. Schmitz, J. Anderson, C. Metcalf, P. White, T. Paquette, Second row: T. Transue, L. Mirkin, M. Foster, T. Downing, J. Blom, T. Ness, M. Haldeman, M. Jones, H. Dougherty, S. McChesney, C. Schlafer, C. Lichon, J. Poor, Third row: M. Zosel, D. Harrison. T. Edwards, M. Hockert, L. Best, S. Ittner, M.Miller, J. Knudsen, E. Newton, J. Carraher, P. Lynch, N. Capiz Have you ever heard a song from above and wondered what it was? Chances are it was the 1977-78 concert or girls’ choir. This year’s West choir has changes that live up to the great expectations that West has for all its groups and organizations. Not only has the West choir done several concerts (fall and spring) they have done many other things as well. Breakfast at Bmbers and electing officials to help make a spring trip possible were just a few of the exciting things this year’s choir has been doing this year. 37 Concert Choir knows that the only way to get letter is to practice. Strings And Things Keep your eye on the music Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart, Are the notes they play by heart. Quartets and quintets, they parade, In a joyous serenade. Performing with their talented peers, They hope to hear applause and cheers. Orchestra members are devoted. In West High History they are noted. 38 Back Row: C. Sotnnk, A. Fried. S. Beckman. Front Row: J. Kngel-bart, C. Ohnesorge. E. Knudsen Speechless! Calling The Shots Sharon takes a flow chart. Hey, I’m the one doing the cross examining. Debate Team, L. to R.: Back-Shelly Crocker, Inga Deme, Clay Gustavson, Mark Miller. Jake Wirtschafter, Trisha Carney, Jennifer Wilson, Ellen Bormann. Bottom- I tura Simpson, Rory Cunningham, Sharon Holt, Zoe Friedman The debate team stands as the negative team in a debate against the school. With the burden of proof on them they must show debate is a fun and enriching activity. The negative constructive shows school spirit, intelligence, fun, pride, as well as the learning learning of valuble skills. In the cross examination it comes out that they had some difficulties, such as debating in schools where the desks were up to their knees, leaving file boxes in the back parking lot, having cranky judges and dropping file boxes after they’re all sorted out. In refutation of the affirmative the negative show that some of the most popular people in school are debaters. In the end, looking at all the evidence, the debate team wins its case without a shadow of a doubt. Sprechen Sie Francais? Si Senor Les etudiants Francais sont tres culinaire. Nous avons vu Marcel Marceau au theatre mais d’habitude Nous mangeons. Aux grand soirees, nous mangeons du gateau, du cidre, crepes fraise et mousse au chocolat. Nous jouons bingo et gagnons bonbons. C’est magnifique ... bon appetite! Deuthche Studenten der West High School sind sehr kulturbewusst. Sie nehmen anne Theatre-, Musik-und filmses-tspielen in Universit'aten teil. Wahrend sie in einer gemutlichen Atmosphare Dayrische Musik anhoren, essen sie im Black Forest Inn Bratwurst oder Wiener Schnitzel. West deutsche kennen das gute leben. El Chrculo Espanol es muy convivial. Los estudiantes hacen pinata en forma de elefantes, penguines, puercos, y patos, las cuales llenan entonces de dulces que comen despues, cuando rompen las pinatas. Comen tambien Chimi Chongas, helado frito, y enchilada al restaurante Chi Chi’s.jDivertanse, Espanoles! The Germans! 40 .Junior Board-First How L. to R.: S.Harrison. E. Streitz. M. Salmon, K. Shcrbarth. Second Row: C. Chu, K. Smith, L. Thompson, 1). Luker, G. Larsen, M. Birk. Third Row: Adviser B. Anderson, K. Knudson, R. Altonen, M. Rotenberg. Junior Board: Snow Dazed With Ideas In the past, Sno Daze Week has not been well-planned. Being innovative and success-orientated, the Junior Class decided to set up a board whose purpose was to plan and prepare for Sno-Daze Week. Precinct meetings were held to give the whole class a chance to submit ideas concerning Sno Daze. Subcommittees were set up within the board to organize each activity that was planned. Expectations for the week were great and at the end only the spirited survived! 41 42 JUNIOR CHEERLEADERS: R. TO L.: Kathy Sherbarth, Pam Hickman. Danna Gross, Lisa Plaisance, Sara Prescott. BACK ROW: Danna Premer. “They Don’t Mess Around, Hey!” J. Carey, C. Henry, 'I'. Conroy, M. Pirner, S. Lomax. A. Marcos. L. Whitmer, L. Thompson, T. Anderson, F. Boyd. S. Thurin, C. Smith. M. Mulcioon, A. Walsh. D. Preus, C. Morrison, M. Krislov, S. Cohen The energetic West Cheerleaders had a varied and diverse year. First, as a fundraiser, the squads sold stationary and Fuller Brush products. The football squad had the unique experience of cheering for a winning team at the game against Rosemont. The weather during the football season was irregular: a torrential downpour at Preview, a rained-out Homecoming game, and a snowy Central game. The hockey cheerleaders had a lot of fun; learning to skate just before Preview, freezing with “Fred” in Steph’s car, and colliding with the hockey players. The bus trip to Ely was made memorable by nonending games of whist, country music tapes, and a traditional bus breakdown. Basketball cheerleaders in flashy new green and white uniforms showed their peppy style. 4 1 Jump, Kick, Touch Back . . . Once you get started! 44 Trans A ms ... a sleek new step. Kl Capitains! Highsteppers: First Row L. to R. T. Madson, L. Erickson, L. Thompson, L. Rath, K. Freeman. Second Row 1,. to R.: A. Holt. L. Thompson. G. Larson, A. Whitlock, S. Nammacher, K. Nicholas, K. Streitz. Third Row L. to R.: L. Swanson, M. Morstad, J. Baily. Captains L. to R.: M. Patton. A. Hirshfield. Not pictured S. Fitzmaurice. After winning the 1977 Aquatennial Dance Line Competition, the 1978 Highsteppers had much work to do. Everyday practices began in June and by August there were two practices a day. Although Preview and Homecoming were rained out, the Highsteppers displayed their skills at the remaining football games. They will never forget the “Wind Dance!” The winter season proved a success as the Highsteppers introduced the bow, checked bloomers, and super new steps! At hockey games they formed the “W”, palmed, and composed cheers of the “wildest” sort. At the final basketball game of the year, the Highsteppers danced with perfection to “Magic Mind”. After sponsoring Highstepper’s Ball, and earlier in the year Sadie Hawkins, the Highstepper’s once again began practicing for spring competition!! 45 An old hand ai the controls, Steve solos. The Stage Crew: A Close Up The lights in the auditorium dimmed slowly as the band began to play. A spotlight hit center stage. Red and blue luminations changed the mood with the action. The microphones shrieked and then silently did their job. The curtains opened and closed at exactly the perfect moment. Unneeded microphones and chairs quickly vanished. Scenery and props magically appeared precisely when needed. These feats were accomplished by the gallant members of the stage crew. Those green-jacketed students who watched the action from behind the scenes were a diverse group of electricians, carpenters, and artists. Backstage, with Mr. Stelten’s new chair and “Alfred the Dummy” for companionship, the stage crew turned switches, pulled ropes, moved props, and helped to make each auditorium program at West run smoothly. 46 G. Trebtoske, T. Tutthill, S. Thunberg, L. Gratz, S. Waalk, C. Schaefer, .J. Velasquez A stage hand’s work is never done. N.H.S. Strives For The “Unique” FIRST ROW: E. Sailo, S. Johnson, K. Freeman, S. Yellow-hammer. K. Fulws SECOND ROW: Cl. Fisker. K. Cassidy. I.. Erickson, J. Walsh. E. Larson. A. Kodner, THIRD ROW: G. Wilford, S. McChesney. 1,. Thompson, T. Spencer. T. Leung, S. Rakkn. FOURTH ROW: J. Bentz, S. Bevis, J. Kaplan, J. Martin, S. Beckman. L. Anderson. R. Knud son. Do you know what happened on January 19, 1886? Well, you may find the answer on the N.H.S. calendar. This is just one of the new activities created by N.H.S. Not only do they remember important dates, but teachers’ birthdays are also noted. Earlier in the year teachers’ tummies were filled with yummies from the bakeoff sponsored by this “noble” group. Throughout the year they have consistantly shown their unity by selling valentine cards, carwash tickets, turkey raffle tickets, and Christmas cards. The traditional Fine Arts Auditorium dazzled the West High students with the talents of their peers. Despite their stereotype image, they are interesting members, for they are all seniors. LcAnne shows Mara the benefits of N.H.S. Stretching and warming up the muscles are an important part of dancing. Urbanites Share Unique Understanding Katie relates her English Urban Arts experience. Only Minneapolis Public Schools allow and encourage some students to leave school half-way through the day to go and do something fun! This is what the handful of students involved in the Urban Arts program do every day. “Arts” range from modern dance classes, children’s theatre and theatre for the deaf to photography, humanities and art history courses. Through the counseling department, students receive credits corresponding with their particular courses of study. What these students share is the realization of the merits of personal experience and the development of their special talents during their high school years. May I help you, says Cindy. The slogan “Learn and Earn” justly describes the work program. The program provides opportunities for students to earn credits and earn money. Because West is located in a business district, it is convenient for students on the work program. A work program student has classes in the morning then has the whole afternoon to work at a job. The work program gives students a chance to take on new and challenging responsibilities. 49 Margaret has the opportunity to earn, learn and EAT at Mac and Don’s. SltfOdS Fall SOCCER TEAM-FIRST ROW: J. Walsh, R. Maxwell, D. Ohnesorge, C. Childers, B. Dworsky, A. Gold-farb, C. Gustafson, B. Mevers, T. Healy. SECOND ROW: J. Farrel, D. Phelps, F. Goetz, T. Smith, I. Dell, M. Rotenberg, F. Kim, A. French, P. Berman, H. Luartes. THIRD ROW: D. Vermeland, A. Campean, W. Bolin, M. Zosel; co-capt., T. Phelps; co-capt., J. Ruddy, S. Cherne, E. Ak-guc, J. Nowicki, K. Vogel, D. Bedor, Coach Hargreaves. GIRLS’ TENNIS-FIRST ROW: D. Premer, K. Juntilla, S. Premer, K. VOLLEYBALL TEAM-FIRST ROW: A. Battaglia. M. Vermeland, S. Nammacher, M. Birk, C. Nammacher. BACK ROW: B. Moseng. SECOND ROW: P. Clark, S. Clark, J. Clark, J. Peterson, M. Dell, L. Fine, K. Lundgren, J. Lund, K. Lundgren. Martin. THIRD ROW: C. Kaplan, D. Luker, L. Conery. GIRLS’ SWIM TEAM-FIRST ROW: E. Hastings, S. Landstrom, M. Byfield, D. Price, S. Holmer, K. Daughenbaugh, A. Walsh. SECOND ROW: K. Brown, S. Be-vis, C. Fitzgerald, A. Whitlock, J. Baker, C. Smith, K. Smith, L. Streitz, J. Gustafson. THIRD ROW: L. Gustafson: co-capt., L. Frothinger; co-capt., K. Malone; coach, K. Malone; asst, coach. 52 Teams VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM-FIRST ROW: B. Gibson, M. Kleber; capt., J. Martin; capt., C. Thurin; capt., J. Walvatne, T. Wesley. SECOND ROW: S. Peterson. T. Condon, J. Boyd, R. Curtis, C. Sanocki, S. Fine, B. Carlson. THIRD ROW: M. Fitz-maurice, R. Meyers, D. Babineau, L. Tan-field, M. Edwards. H. Mhoon. FOURTH ROW: A. Wryatt, R. Altonen, M. Lemer, M. Day, J. Bergford, C. Hobert, A. Cornelius. FIFTH ROW: Coach Fortier, D. Clemens. W. Hastings, T. Pulver, Coach McNamer. CROSS COUNTRY TEAM-Coach Bailly, S. Beckman, C. Baldwin, B. Fitch, J. Ibele, M. Haldeman, M. Foster, Coach Krom-minga. NOT PICTURED: T. North. M. Miller. J.V. VOLLEYBALL TEAM- G. Graham. L. Scott, D. Gross, B. Vokes, S. Buettell, A. Fontaine. SECOND ROW: L. Anderson, J. Ullom, C. Henry, L. Viebahn, M. Carr, C. Brown. SOPHOMORE FOOTBALL TEAM-FIRST ROW: T. Shaffer, E. Anderson, J. Robinson, D. Dornbach, T. Ness, B. Day, R. Jedlicka. J. Battenberg. SECOND ROW: G. Trebtoske, J. Oyaas, T. Kellogg, D. Trumber, J. Valasquez, M. Metzler. THIRD ROW: Coach Pierson, D. Martin, S. Poor, N. Ross, D. Albitz, R. Landis, J. Anderson, B. Love, B. Fabes, A. Carter, K. Odland, Coach Kielty. 53 Look at those sexy legs .. The Football Team Passes To A Spirited Season Roy Curtis caught in the middle. 54 “Let go it’s mine! The 1977 football team seemed to have an unwritten motto this year, “never give up!” Although the team lacked numbers and size, they seemed to loom above all other teams with their spirit, enthusiasm and energy. Turnovers took their toll, fumbles, intercepted passes and penalties often impeded progress. With captains Kleber, Martin and Thurin to look to as leaders the team always gave their best and never stopped trying even when the going got tough. This year’s sophomore football team lived up to the great expectations that the coaches had perceived. Led by Robert Landis and an all star front line, the sophomore team ended with a 6-2 won-loss record. 55 Go to Lyndale and take a right ...” Trying out for Highsteppers? 56 Listen to our Commandant! Coordination? Red heads and rowdies booted soccer through a winning season. Strenuous workouts produced higher scoring, greater passing efficiency and penetrating head usage. The team seemed to have a tendency to “turn it all on” in the last quarter. Although soccer is still not a letter sport, the team finished the season with a 9-4-2 record. Losing to their rival Washburn they showed high potential since they lost by one point in the last quarter. With many talented underclassmen such as: Andy French, Howie Luartes and Paul Berman, Coach Hargreaves has great expectations for soccer at West. 57 Danna keeps her Tennis Takes Cities’ Title Twin 58 Mary follows through. W ‘ eye on the ball. The West Girl’s Tennis Team had an outstanding season. From practices on sweltering summer days to victory on the court amidst falling autumn leaves, the girls exhibited determination, skill, and tenacity. All of their hard work and dedication rewarded them with a seven and one season. The team was Twin City champion and took fourth in region five competition. They narrowly missed going to the state tournament, losing by only one point. The singles’ players were one of the team’s strengths, according to Coach Hulet. Although the two strongest singles’ players will be graduating, Coach Hulet has great expectations for next year, because of the large number of experienced juniors on the team. The team had an extraordinary amount of spirit, proved by one girl who played even though she had a sprained ankle. As a source of pride for Westites, the team brought two new trophies to the school. More of the same top-caliber performance can be expected next year. 59 Sue prepares to serve an ace. Keep On Stroking They’re off! 60 Janny flies to victory Perfect dive. Warm-up time. This year the girls’ swim team had an unusually large turn-out of swimmers. This new group consisted largely of freshmen, most of whom were put on the newly formed junior varsity team. With many of the members unacquainted with the manner in which a swim meet was run, sibling coaches Kathy and Kelly Malone had a job ahead of them. Using their previous experience in A.A.U. swimming as a guide, the Malone sisters trained both swimmers and divers while instilling in them a positive spirit of competition. Swimming is an exciting spectator sport as races are many times decided by tenths of seconds. The team experienced r very close meet against Southwest and another cliff hanger against Edison where West came out on top by three points. Although training for swimming involves a rigorous schedule, the team feels that victory makes it worth while. With only two seniors graduating, next season’s expectations are treat! 61 Anticipation----- Pickles Have A Dill Of A Season This year’s volleyball team was made up of mostly sophomores and juniors so there was some experience and great expectations for the coming season. The volleyball team worked hard all fall but always had fun not only at the games but at practice. “Pickle” practice started with yells of “here we come” as the girls ran through the boys’ locker room to the gym. As practice went on, you could hear sounds of laughter when Mrs. Daley’s pickle whistle didn’t work. The coaches screamed when no one called the ball. The 1977 “Pickles” will be remembered as one of the rowdiest teams ever. On the way to games they would cheer and sing Father Abraham. As they rode home on the bus along with cheering and eating pickles, they would count off to see who was left behind this time. 62 Jami bumps the to Janet. You have to hold your mouth just right. What a strange new dance. “The Longest Yard!” “Get me to the bathroom! How great it is MOMENTUM “I made it!' 64 Where is the finish line? The team was small but their hard work and winning spirit was overriding. The Coaches Bailey and Kromminga ran practices in the early morning and afternoon. Practices consisted of running the lakes and sprinting the hills in Kenwood Park. Cross country is an individualized sport that takes hard work and dedication because the courses are two to three miles in length. The support to the team from spectators was minimal, just the same, this was a spirited group. They showed their enthusiasm with their spine-tingling initiation; throwing the rookies into Lake of the Isles. Their prospects for state competition; Bob Fitch and Molly Foster are anticipating success. Both of them have placed in the top twenty in the city. West may always expect from this elite group to keep running for that next hill. 65 First place (I hope) Winter GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY SKIING: M. Byfield. S. Beckman, M. Poster, S. Bevis.capt. T. Anderson. WRESTLING: J. Bernard-.manager, A. Greenough, A. Bernard, T. Condon. B. Armstrong. D. Anderson;coach, D. McNa-mer;coach, D. McKinney, R. McChesney, J. Muldoon, N. Slade, D. Babineau, J. Walvatne, M. Day. HOCKEY-BACK ROW: R. Landis, P. Schwob, C. Roberts, M. Rotenberg, G. Trebtoske, T. Schaeffer, P. Schwob, A. Cornelius, C. Schaeffer, B. Rinker;manager. FRONT ROW: J. Velasquez, T. Healy, J. Bergford.C. Miller, J. Baxter;coach W. BoIin;capt. M. Dawson. M. Zosel, J. Nowicki. BOYS BASKETBALL: M. Jacobson; coach, H. Green, B. Taylor. B. Wood, R. McKinney, S. Ward, D. Throndsen, C. Thurin, B. Jackson; cpat. G. Barnett. M. BOYS DOWNHILL SKIING: B. Hanson;coach, C. Tack. T. Kellogg, J. Robinson. C. Geiger, D. Kellam, C. Priess, J. Mendellias. J.V. GIRLS BASKETBALL-BACK ROW: J. Martin. L. Anderson, V. Esters, K. Dillon, M. Zosel, R. Pierson;coach. FRONT ROW: S. Brown, P. Clark, N. Overbee, L. Anderson. 66 Teams GIRLS BASKETBALL: S. Clark. A. Fontaine. C. Dinkins. T. BOYS CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING: R. Manabe, B. Fitch. M. Hazley, D. Schermerhorn, D. Luker, J. Bradach-.coach. Fontaine, A. Campean. .1. Ibele. Kleber, B. Balfour, D. Hicks. K. Kielty; GYMNASTICS-FRONT ROW: C. Tumulty, S. Dornbach. E. Stanley, C. Chorn. S. Lo-coach. NOT PICTURED: J. Brown, D. max. C. Osterberg, D. Dornbach. M. Birk, N. Jenkins, M. Dull. J. Sands, J. Mathews. S. Hennessy. Holt, A. Smith, L. Clark, S. Feringer, K. Writenour. BOYS SWIMMING-FIRST ROW: C. Gustafson. M. Stephenson, J. Walsh, T. Teodoro, C. Childers, B. Whitlock, E. Newton. SECOND ROW: L. Landstronv.capt. C. Baldwin;capt. Coach Hargreaves, J. Farrel, W. Hastings, D. Patterson. GIRINS DOWNHILL SKIING: C. Premer;capt. L. Wittmer. T. Edwards. D. Premer;capt. K. Smith. 67 Cowboys Ramble Although its won loss record was not spectacular, the West hockey team had a good season. Some of the scores were misleading in that they did not show how consistently well the team skated, checked, and shot in the games. The craaazy Ramblin’ Guys improved steadily as they learned to work efficiently as a team. The pucksters always played aggressively and were nonrelenting. Despite the intensity with which they played, the Cowboys displayed qualities of sportsmanship and were good losers, as well as jubilant winners. Selling Christmas cards, cooking breakfast after early morning practices, “Junior Power”, koala coats, and the annual trip to Babbitt are a few of the memories the players have of the season. The hockey team was a diverse group that even formed a “band.” However, the vivid memories of “jammin’ on the bus” were forgotten when Mr. Baxter boomed, “SKATE! SKATE!” Carney shows Southwest how to skate: A discouraging moment for a hard working coach. 68 An anxious team looks on. That’s dog! 69 Corny cranks another bulletto. Senior Mitch Kleber rises above Edison. Cagers Captured Crowds 70 Hennessy scores again! (Loft) Duane Hicks flies for two. (Right) I have to throw it how far?” •unni The West basketball team had one of its best seasons, finishing third in the city. The talented cagers were crowd pleasers who played with precision. Center Dave Hennessy and forward Bill Jackson were all-conference players and first and fifth leading scorers in the city. Many of the exciting games had to be finished in overtime. With four of the five starting players returning next year, Mr. Kielty is looking forward to another successful season when home game will be played in the new gym. « 71 David prepares for the shot. Gymnasts, Records Tumble The West Girl’s Gymnastic team set many team records this season. Undefeated until their last meet, the girls vaulted over many obstacles, numerous injuries and the problems of a very young team. At the climactic meet against Washburn, our gymnasts really “smoked’ em” beating the Millers for the first time in the history of West gymnastics. The highest score ever achieved by West was awarded at that same meet. Colleen (“Beaner”) Tumulty, the captain, and one of only two seniors, led the tumblers to claim third place in the city meet. Westites also won both first place and third place in the all-around competition. By the close of this successful season, the West Gymnastic team was known for being extremely intimidating on the bars and the vault, with Carrie Osterberg (only a Freshmen!) stunning all with her handstand on the high bar! After their last meet, looking forward to next year, the team proudly promenaded out of the gym to their song, “We are the Champions.” 72 Carrie’s on the way to the top h ( c )Wr j ajr jouypy flrace JyV9— bs Vilt 'O X s— C -0 (J jD Cfi 'T U 'A and ««m!th logc,h ler «h a winning cninkm..: To balance on the head of a pin Ellen is ready to spring into action. What’s my Like many of the teams at West, this years wrestling team was lacking in numbers but had the stamina, devotion and the ability, to apply themselves when all odds were against them. Even though the personalities of the wrestlers were very diverse, the leadership of A1 Bernard and Tom Condon kept up the members’ spirit through practices in the lunchroom, carrying mats to the gym on days they had a match, or helping a team mate stay on a diet so he could wrestle in his weight class. Joel Walvatne had the best record with 10 wins-3 loses. A1 Bernard, Dennis Babineau and Tom Condon led the team in pins. 74 If I could just get his leg! name again? Wrestlers Put Hold On Season I thought I was wrestling, not playing leap frog. 75 I’m not going first, you go. Swimmers Clean Up Their Act!!! Superfly! A rap session in the pool? This is the life! 76 Look at that grin! Winning more in previous years, the boy’s swim team is becoming well established. The team is young, yet spirited. The swimmers are described as “Cowboyish” as they parade around in cowboy hats while playing harmonicas. Coach Hargreaves, along with the assistant coach Kathy Malone, put the team through 5,000 to 6,000 yards a day. With top underclassmen swimmers, the team’s expectations are promising. And they’re off! 77 J Girls Basketball Bounces Along Although the 1977-78 girls’ basketball team seemed to tower above all their opponents with their devotion, perpetual spirit, and energy, they were cut short of victories. Along with 16 conference games, the girls played 2 non-conference games (Chisago Lakes and Centennial), which were new to the team this year. To highlight the Chisago game the school treated the team to dinner at Perkins where everyone filled up on everything from omelets to hot fudge sundaes. Even though this years team’s progress was hindered by small numbers, shin splints, jammed fingers and Pierson’s rotten cheers, the girls were held together by friendship, doughnuts during vacation practice (compliments of Miss Bradach), Patty’s free throws and all around hard work. Coach Bradach explains the strategy. 78 Debbie shoots as her teamate anticipates the rebound. (Left) Clark dribbles for a possible two point dunk. (Above) 79 The free-throw is up, and it's ... Quite a trick! Monday thru Thursday, snow or slush, at Highland Hills, found the boys and girls from West swooshing down the slopes. Coach Bruce Hanson and captains Danna Premer, C.C. Premer, and Chris Sanocki urged this usually top-notch team up and down the hills day after day. The season was unusually short this year, and this “radar controlled” ski team felt their lack of preparation time at the city meet where they placed third. Vowing to practice with more unity, and to try and eliminate the “bad days” next year, the skiers expectations are hopeful. I Going up!' 80 81 .John calculates the course. “Remember move your feet.” Keep On Poling! Cross country skiing is a sport with spunk! Even though the team lacks the normal support of spectators, their enthusiasm keeps them going on their three mile races at Theodore Wirth Park. Captains Sue Bevis and Bob Fitch had a tough reputation to live up to because last year the team went to state competition. Injuries kept this goal far from sight. The team, losing only three seniors,is young, so hopes for next year’s team are fantastic! 82 I want to go home. 83 Scoreblocks “77-78” Cross-Country Skiing Girls and Boys West defeated Southwest West defeated Central West defeated Marshall U West Boys defeated South West Girls defeated North West defeated by Washburn West defeated by Edison West defeated by Roosevelt West defeated by Henry Girls Downhill Skiing Scores West 131 Southwest 103 West 190 Marshall U 48 West 190 Edison 196 West 167 Henry 128 West 167 South 65 West defeated North West defeated Central West defeated Roosevelt West defeated by Washburn City-5th Region-4th Boys Downhill Skiing Scores West 50 Roosevelt 37 West 50 Southwest 66 West 49 Edison 45 West 49 Marshall U 49 West 36 Henry 21 West 36 South 27 West 24 North 71 West 24 Central 53 City-3rd Region-6th Boys West Soccer Scores 2 Breck 1 West 1 Robbinsdale 1 West 2 Blake 1 West 5 Central 1 West 2 Simley 1 West 2 Richfield 4 West 1 Armstrong 2 West 0 Washburn 3 West 6 Robbinsdale 4 West 3 Simley 1 West 5 Central 2 West 3 Washburn 4 Boys Cross-Country Running (low score wins) West 38 Roosevelt 24 West 44 Washburn 18 West 49 Southwest 15 West 28 South 27 West 31 Edison 24 West 40 Henry 18 West 26 Central 29 West 42 North 18 Rum River Invitational-16th City-7th Region-15th Girls Tennis West 2 Edison 3 West 4 South 1 West 5 North 0 West 3 Washburn 2 West 5 Henry 0 West 3 Roosevelt 2 West 5 Central 0 Tied for 1st in the city 4th in section Twin City Champions Girls Basketball Scores West 41 South 58 West 18 North 80 West 35 Henry 41 West 41 Central 45 West 41 Southwest 46 West 31 Edison 40 West 35 Washburn 38 West 31 Roosevelt 38 West 54 South 35 West 33 North 77 West 48 Henry 52 West 44 Chisago Lakes 25 West 31 Central 44 West 40 Centennial 32 West 33 Washburn 56 West 33 Southwest 50 West 38 Edison 41 West 38 Roosevelt 52 84 Girls Volleyball West 13. 10 West 18. 18 West 2, 12 West 18. 18 West 5. 18, 17 West 1. West 11, West 11. West 12, West 12. won-2 7 2 9 7 5 lost-8 Scores Minnehaha 18, 18 Edison 12, 16 Henry 18. 18 Central 4, 14 Washburn 18, 15, 19 Roosevllt 18, 18 South 18, 18 North 18, 18 Southwest 18, 18 Fridley 18, 18 Hockey Scores Wrestling Scores West 30 Holy Angels 27 West 33 South 39 West 25 Marshall U 26 West 22 North 45 West 13 Central 48 West 7 Southwest 57 West 20 Henry 48 West 12 Roosevelt 50 West 0 Edison 50 West 6 Washburn 55 West 2 St. Paul Murray 3 West 1 Marshall U 1 West 4 Wayzata 6 West 3 Ely 6 West 1 Babbitt 7 West 3 Edison 2 West 1 Kennedy 8 West 7 Central 1 West 1 South 7 West 2 Washburn 10 West 0 Roosevelt 5 West 2 Henry 6 West 4 Orono 2 West 1 Lincoln 7 West 0 Southwest 6 West 9 North 0 West 1 Southwest 4 West 1 South 6 West 2 North 5 West 7 Central 0 West 1 Wilmar 2 Washburn Invitational-7th Brooklyn Center Tourney-5th Gymnastics Scores West 87. 2 Coon Rapids 87. West 90.80 South 75. West 102. 5 Central 82. West 108.45 Roosevelt 101.’ West 92. 4 Southwest 101.' West 113. 1 Washburn 110 West 98.05 North 35. West 93. 3 Edison 48. West 94. 5 Henry 66. Boys Basketball Scores West 61 St. Paul Sibley 47 West 54 Roosevelt 52 West 73 kouth 58 West 68 North 77 West 69 Henry 54 West 75 Central 76 West 60 Washburn 69 West 72 Southwest 62 West 47 Jefferson 58 West 63 Edison 58 West 53 Roosevelt 60 West 78 South 65 West 63 North 69 West 70 Henry 52 West 81 Central 69 West 59 Washburn 61 West 59 Southwest 42 West 85 Edison 54 West 64 Fridley 62 West 65 North 76 Boys Swimming West 41 Edison 42 West 37 Southwest 45 West 39 Washburn 44 West 40 Marshall U 43 West 44 Roosevelt 38 West 46 Central 37 West 11 North 0 Boys Football Scores West 0 Central 16 West 7 Edison 37 West 0 Roosevelt 18 West 6 Washburn 39 West 8 Southwest 32 West 6 North 14 West 0 South 12 West 8 Henry 0 Girls Swimming Scores West 105 Roosevelt 60 West 100 South 31 West 60 North 23 West 48 Henry 34 West 78 Southwest 91 West 43 Edison 40 West 71 Washburn 101 West 57 Central 24 85 FACULTY Our Leaders Principal Dean Berntsen. Ask anyone what the administration does at West and you’re likely to get an answer such as, “They run the school!” While this is true, it seems too general a statement to describe our unique principal and assistant principals comprising West’s administration. Our principal, the honorable Dean Berntsen, also known as “Big Bad Dean,” is an administrator who is surprisingly easy to talk to. Students can expect his assistance in their pursuits or get a modified alternative. Mr. Berntsen’s two assistant principals, Robert Roessel, and Michael Sager help to keep the friendly community atmosphere of West High. They are disciplinarians, but are often seen roaming the halls and lunchrooms socializing and giving advice. One can always find our administrators by spotting their large green name tags pinned to the lapels of their green “suits!” There is good rapport between the administration and students because they recognize and appreciate the diversity and spirit of the student body. They work to make West students realize their “great expectations!” 88 Assistant Principal Michael Sager. Assistant Principal Robert Roessel. Librarians Grace Johnson and Esther Paulson. 89 Office personnel Marilyn Eastman, Joyce Oien. and Dorthey McDowell. Forever Faithful OFFICE CLERKS Schools are made up of others besides students and teachers. West boasts a strong support staff helping students and teachers alike. Included among the helpers are: the four counselors, the office clerks, the attendance clerks, the social workers, the librarians, the teachers’ aides, the cooks, and the school nurse. Their jobs range from answering confusing questions to taking care of the personal needs of students. Each contributes to the school’s goal of helping individual students progress through their high school years in a worthwhile manner. 90 STUDENT AIDES, L. To R.: Mary Cheatham, Sharon Bennett, Owen Osborne, .lean Hockert, Wanda Starr, Dianne Coviezel. Gladys Strand. 91 Our Teachers Mrs. Margaret Anderson Mr. William Anderson We students know our teachers and we realize that they are all different and have many interests. But, until you enter the teachers lounge, you never realize how diversified they are!!! At first glance, this notorious lounge is a confusion of sights and sounds. In the far corner a lonely English teacher is seen muttering, “freshmen, freshmen” with a silly grin, as French, Spanish and German chatter is whizzing through the room. The social studies teachers are engaged in heated political debates which are constantly being interrupted by screams of, “She and I, not she and me!” coming from the English corner! Lunch is provided by the science teachers. Today they present fried frogs legs and minced Crustacea. As a surprise the chemistry teachers brought “Avagadro” dip! During lunch, the math department proved that 2=0. Over the din of the music department practicing on their kazoos, all the teachers agree on how much they miss the absent 14 teachers of the past year. The chaos reaches its peak when a member of the athletic department hits one down the middle. Unfortunately, down the middle of the art department. Mr. James Baxter Mr. David Beenken 92 Miss Joan Bradach Ms. Rita Curtin 93 Mr. James Haug Mr. Robert Hermanson Mr. Alan Hoogheem Ms. Stella Jones Mrs. Patricia Kairis Ms. Virginia Humphrey Mrs. Louise Hopson Ms. Joanne Hulet Mr. Thomas Keith )4 Mr. Phillip Kromminga Mr. Terry Laine Mr. Sy Lane Mr. Robert Larson Mrs. Beverly Lillquist Miss Eleanor Matsis Mr. Richard McNamer Mr. Richard Maxwell cm ' I 95 Mrs. Susan Morgan Mr. Frederick Oliver Mr. Harland Olson Mrs. Judith Paine Mr. Eugene Persha Ms. Beverly Plant Mr. Ronald Pierson Mr. Richard Schultz % Mr. Theodore Stelten 97 STUDENTS SENIORS Satisfied Seniors A sententious group of sophisticated seniors sum up this year’s senior board. They schemed sensational activities such as the sleigh ride, which was a smashing success. Satisfaction was succeeded under the supervision of Sue and Inga. The entire class was anxious to partake in the activities which were planned by this spirited group. The boat ride was a sun filled day full of surprises; the banquet was superb and full of entertainment. As we proceed to commencement, we will look back with gratitude to salute our board for the memories they have given us. Away from school in the great outdoors. 101 FIRST ROW: G. Wilford, W. Bolin. E. Saito, A. Hirshfield. SECOND ROW: Sue Bevis. M. Patten, T. Phelps, M. Zosel. THIRD ROW: J. Ruddy, J. Martin, L. Gustafson, J. Bent . “Gone With The Wind” Gary Ahrnhamson David Albitz: Football 1, Tennis 1, Golf 1,2,3, Skiing 2,3, N.H.S., F.P. U of M art and Design We are seniors now; our high school days are over and we are ready to proceed to the next stage in life. Although we must retain some memories, it is time to shed the past and go on into the future. We must make new acquaintances, sample different experiences and in actuality, start over again. That is life; learning from the past in order to build a better tomorrow. As seniors we are accepting this task of shaping the future of those who follow us. Therefore, we must carry on to the best of our ability. At this point in life we have our high school memories ............and great expectations. Vicki Amsler Chori Anderson: Enjoys art and collecting, F.P. Career in Design Katherine Anderson: “Katie Urban Arts V.P.S., likes skating and skiing, F.P. Metropolitan College Lisa Anderson: Little Zoner” Slie-sel Choir 1, Sunrise 2,3, Badminton 1,2,3, N.H.S. F.P. St. Cloud Rick Anderson Elizabeth Armstrong: “Betty Track 1,2,3, Football. Broomball, Softball. Sports Daisy Mae Candidate. F.P. U of Sharon Babcock: Blaze” F.P. U of M Monica Bncigalupo: Mugs , Gymnastics 1, Tennis 2,3, Badminton 1,2,3, Skiing 3, Ski Club 3, Broomball 1. F.P. U of M Susan Bailly: Highstepper 1,2,3, Class play “Regina” F.P. acting Shirley Bakka: N.H.S. Clayton Baldwin Thomas Barton Richard Becht Siri Beckman: Track 1,2,3, Cross Country 3, X-Country skiing 3, Service Club 1,2, N.H.S., German Club 1,2,3, GTCYS, likes music, F.P. St. Oalf Cindy Berg Raymond Bergmark: “Ray Exchange student from Sweden, Skiing 3, F.P. College Allan Bernard: “Big Al Bomber” Wrestling 1,2,3,4, co-cap't N.H.S. Debate 3,4, Speech 2,3,4, NFL 3.4. pres. Band 1,2,3,4, Stage 1.2,3,4, F.P. U of M Law David Bedor: Yogi”, Soccer 1,2,3.4. Basketball 1,2,3,4. Golf 1,2,3, F.P. College. •John Bentz: Ski team 1,2,3, Ski Club 2,3, Debate 1, N.H.S., Sr. Board. F.P. college 103 Susan Bevis: Class co-pres; Track 1, Golf 2, Swimming 3, X-C skiing 1,2,3, cap't, N.H.S. sec. Sr. Class Play, F.P. study marine life on island in South Pacific. Jeff Bjelde Diane Bjorkstrand: Volleyball 1,2, likes horses, F.P. Vo-Tech. ffr Lck,. •_ , ■ utilX'jL-d t jrf l 3x 0 juz am v W -cL UL LAL ouc L, . John Boyd: Football 2,3, Julie Brock: “Jewles” X-country skiing 2,3, Sr. Board, Sr. Class Play “Horny”, Service Club, Urban Arts 1,2,3, Thesbian 1,2,3, F.P. College, Peace Corps. James Earl Brown: Brownie” Basketball 2,3, F.P. College. Jay Bolser Weston Bolin: “Wes”, There are two kinds of people, the people who live in Bryn Mawr and the people who want to live in Bryn Mawr.”, Soccer 2,3, Hockey 1,2,3, cap’t, Baseball 1,2,3, Sr. Board Sr. Class Play, Stage Band. Band Pres., Kowpokes King. Jerry Bolser: F.P. college to take up photography Ann Botten: Likes camping and the wilderness, F.P. stewardess 104 Deanna Bulthuis: “Dee” Loves to watch and participate in all sports, F.P. Vo-Tech. Blake Carlson Kathleen Cassidy: Track 1, N.H.S. Service Club 1,2, F.P. U of M ■ Lura Jean Coste Theresa Craig: Choir 1, F.P. work Kevin Corwley: Hockey 2, F.P. College 10S Allan Cummins: Big Al” Soccer 1,2,3, Swimming 1,2, N.H.S., F.P. U of M. Ronald D. Davis Martin Drake Christopher Dull Michelle L. Bdel Roy Curtis: Prince” Football 1,2,3, Ethnic Culture Club, likes pinball, and bowling, F.P. Education. Beth Daughenbaugh Mark Dawson: “Daws Football 1,2, Hockey 1,2,3,4, Baseball 1,2,4, Yacht Club, Rowing Team, R.C., enjoys being wierd, F.P. to live and die. Donna Dee Cynthia Dinkins: Track 1. Basketball 1,2,3, Ethnic cultural Club. F.P. college Randall Dorumsgaard: “Randy” likes bowling and skiing. Michael Engelman: “Hawk Golf 1,2, Dikes X-C skiing, waterskiing, hunting, gambling and scubadiving. t 106 Desiree Erickson LeAnne Erickoon: Lone” Highstepper 2,3 N.H.S., Ski Club 3, F.H. Club. F.P. College. Barbara A. Evans Brenda Ewing: “Brandy Student Council 1,2,3, Ethnic Cultural Club V.P. 1, Mocha Pres., F.P. Normandale Ellen Fabes: Newspaper 2. N.H.S., Student Council sec. 3, M.M.S. Club, F.P. College. Douglas Federly: Fred” Basketball 1,2, Golf 1,2,3,4. F.P. U of M Bruce Feela Joel H. Felton Steve Fine Gus Fisker: Humphrey” Hockey 1,2,3, N.H.S. Pres., F.P. U of M Matt Fitzmaurice: Football 1,2,3, Basketball 1,3. Baseball 1.2,3, Student Council 2,3, Newspaper. Pres, of S.T.F.C., co-founder of M.M.S. fan club. Kimberly Freeman: Kimmy” Highstepper 2,3, N.H.S., Service Club 3. P.H. Club F.P. College 107 Linda Frothinger: Froggie Swimming 1,2,3, cap't 5, Student Council 2, Senior Class Play “Amy , P.H. Club, enjoys music and dancing, F.P. U of M. Laurie L. Fure Kimberly Gall Christopher Galle: Big C Swimming 1,2, Cross-country 1, Track 1,2,3, Football 3, Student Council 2,3, Newspaper F.P. College. Matthew Garwick: Lips leaving high school (far behind) F.P. college, hopes to go back to Indio, eventually. Micheal Gratz Lisa Goranson: “Loonie Student council 3, Band 3, Sr. Class Play “Jane . P.H.C. 3, F.P. U of Colorado. Larry Gratz: Football 1, Stage Crew 3, F.P. Dunwoody. Arthur Greenough Jr.: George Track Tutor F.P. Metropolitan, and going into the Navy. 108 Sandra Halvorson Timothy Hansen Jean Hanvik: Highstepper 1,2,3, Newspaper 2,3, Student Council 2,3, Junior Attendant, Queen Candidate. Senior Class Play “Muriel”, Daisy Mae candidate, F.P. Carleton College. uynn Gustafson: Swimming 1,2,3,4; cap’t Gymnastics 1,2, Track 1.2.3.4, Sr. Board Sr. Class Play ''Eulalia”, F.P. College Theresa Guthrie: Terry Highstepper 1, Student Council V.P., Senior Attendant, Sadie Candidate, likes waterskiing and camping, F.P. U of M Paulette Hardimon: F.P. Hamline U. Connei Mae Harvala Carrie Haugesag: likes camping and skiing F.P. attend Vo-tech. Taffa Hazley: “TaP’ Basketball 1,2,3, cheerleader 2, Ethnic Cultural Club F.P. College. Mary Jo Hellendrung Scott Hess: F.P. Trade School. 109 Amy Hirshfield: Highstepper 1,2,3, cap’t, Student Council 2,3, Senior Board. German Club, Sr. Class Play “Brackle F.P. college Brian Ittner Lynn .Jackson •Joshua Kaplan: Tennis 1,2,3,4, co-cap’t skiing 2, ski club 2, N.H.S.. Student Council 3, Quantum Club s member 3. M.M.S. Fan Club 2,3. Pres. F.P. College. Carol Kaplan: Yearbook 1,2, Newspaper 2,3, Student Council 1,3, Debate 3, Speech 3, Volleyball 1.2,3, Badminton 1,2,3, likes to travel .. Israel, sports and the outdoors. F.P. College. Todd .Jarvi Bridgett Johnson: Bridge BJ Choir 1,2,3, Girls Choir, Sunrise 2.3, F.P. fashion merchandising. Bobbin .Johnson: Bookie Bird Eth-nic Cultural Club 1.2. Student Council 3, Jr. Attendant candidate, likes dancing, swimming and roller skating, F.P. Drake. Stephanie Johnson: Steph N.H.S., Homecoming Queen, Student Council 2.3, Varsity Hockey Cheerleader 1.2,3, cap’t, Varsity Football 2,3, cap’t, Soph. Attendant candidate, likes to travel. F.P. Broadcasting. Tira I.. Jones Catherine Juntilla: Cathy Tennis 1.2.3, Basketball 2,3, Golf 3, likes sports and children, F.P. Nursing College hopes to become a coach. Charles Juntilla: Baseball 1,2, Charlie Chan a lady’s man” F.P. Vo-Tech. 110 Anita Kedrowski: “Hugger” “Svezo” interested in winter sports, skating, sliding, works at McDonalds, F.P. cosmetology and enjoyment. Paul Keith: Band 1,2,3, Sunrise 2, Ski Club 2, F.P. college, enjoys music and the outdoors. Anne Kilbride Elizabeth Larson: N.H.S. Band, Orchestra. F.P. college. Kirk I aurie Steve Larson Jon Larue Tony Kirby: Curb” F.P. getting a full time job. Mitchell Kleber: Klebs football 1,2,3; tri-capt., M.V.L., all-city, basketball 1.2,3. track 1,2,3; capt. P.H. club. Choir 1,2, Student Council 3, F.P. college. Andrea Kodner: N.H.S. Daniel Larson — Senior Brags — New clubs; P.H. Club, B.B.B.N.H.S., V.P.S., S.T.F.C., B.N.O.A., Quantum Club, Q.F.N.H.S., The Morning Magic Show Fan Club and B.K.B.-dayC. — luxurious lavatories — “you’re Cool!” — pulling and all nighter — sneaking pop and food to the third floor. — burnouts home remodeled (B.P.) — painted and vandalized by Roosevelt — Student Council mass-media production — almost lost our yearbook — commencement in the new gym — “What’s happening” “I’m keyed” — brain drain — “BLIND HOPES” in Kathleen Layeux: “Kath F.P. to get married, dental academy. Tony I ung: N.H.S. Marryin Sam, baseball 2, Student Council 2,3; pres. Wrestling 1,2; capt. Jr. Kiwanian, Boy’s State, Quantum Club “N.7” Tracy Madson: “ ” Ski Club 1,2,3, Skiing 1, French Club 1,2,3; cook Student Council 2,3, Highstcppcrs 2,3, Senior Class Play; Diane, Yearbook 3 F.P. Chatham College. Mindy Malm Cindy Martin James Martin: “Jim” Football 1,2,3; capt. Basketball 1, Baseball 1,2,3,4, Newspaper 3, N.H.S. Boys State, Senior Board, Senior Class Play; Mitchell F.P. college. Stephanie McChesney: Sunrise 2,3, N.H.S. Tujwana McGregor: “Terri Choir 2, likes parties, outdoors, water skiing, F.P. to be an accountant. Bandy McKinney: “Average” Basketball 1,2,3, interested in women, sports, parties. F.P. Mankato State College. Victoria McKinney: Vickie” library aid, likes coiffure, badmitton, walking, bike riding, F.P. Metropolitan Comm. College. Patrick Melartin Cheryl Metcalf: “Cheri” Jaws Band 1,2,3, Girls Choir 3, likes snowmobiling, swimming, waterskiing, F.P. work with retarded children. 112 Brett Myer Charles Meyers: Like to relax, get a buzz, and play basetball. F.P. U of M, Madison. Mark Meyers Wayne Meyers Mark Miller Catherine A. Mitchell Vicky Moore Adel Morris: Speech 2,3; NHS; Senior class Sec.; NFL, scc trcas.; likes sewing and outdoors; F.P. he a RN; marry a farmer. Carrie Nammacher: “Namie”; Tennis 1,2,3; V.P.S. 1,2,3; F.P. U of Madison. Verma Nelson: Mookie”; Track 1,2; Queen Canidate; Soph. Attendant; F.P. ST. Paul Vo-tech. Hiep Nguyen Cecil Noronha 113 Clark Ohncsorge: Cross-Country 1, B.B.B.N.H.S., Co-President P.H.C., Quantum Club “M” Member, F.P. St. Olaf Harvard John Oliver Mara Patten: Highstepper 1,2,3, Captain, Daisy Mae, Ski Club 3 Joan Perry: Track 1, Service Club I, Skiing 2. Tennis 3. Daisy Mae Candidate Alan Pertesen David Peterson Wendy Raftis Gayle Peterson Vicky Pheifer Tom Phelps: Soccer 1,2,3, Co-Captain, Skiing, 1,2,3, Sr. Class Treasurer, Sr. Board, Sno-Daze Candidate, Marryin Sam Candidate, Ski Club 1,2,3, Cheerleader 2,3, F.P. College Lori Plummer: Plums” Student Council 3, Cheerleader 3, Band 1,2,3, Girls Choir 3, 114 Leon Roerig Cheryl Rogers: works at Donaldsons, likes outdoors and fun. F.P. Vo-Tech. John Ruddy Judith Renallo: Wop Cheerleading 1,3, Band 1,2,3, P.H. Club, likes music. Lucy Rath: “Louie” Highsteppers 2,3, Service Club 1, Ski Club 3. P.H. Club, F.P. college. ilA 1 i 1 Elaine Saito: N.H.S.; vice-pres. newspaper 2,3, Senior Board, F.P. college. Jane Sandbo: “Janie” “Spain Urban Arts 2,3, V.P.S. Club, works at Uptown Ovens, likes to be with friends, ski, walk, F.P. go out east for college. Albert Sanford: “Albo Alb’s” yearbook 1,2,3; editor, Skiing 1,2, Tennis 1,2,3, Student Council 2, Senior Class Play; Jonathon, Ski Club 1,2, B.B.B.N.H.S.; co-pres. Morining Magic Show Fan Club; orater, S.T.F.C. B.K.B-day club. Chris Sanoki: Football 1,2,3, Skiing 1,2,3; capt. Baseball 1,2,3, Janinke Scanlon Joe Schwartz: F.P. Going into radio and majoring in communications at U. of M. 115 Kimberly Sherman Mark Shirley Amy Smith: Miss Snowflake, Queen Candidate, F.P. U. of M. Christine Sotnak: N.H.S. Ellen Stanley: enjoys photography Bamby Smith Inga Soderberg: Senior Board: pres. N.H.S. Skiing 1,2 Miss Snow flake candidate. Ron Stenerson David Strombeck Peter Samuel Sussman Esq.: Skiing 1,2,3, N.H.S; treas. B.W.O.A. F.L.O.A. B.S.er Club, Morning Magic Show Fan Club; honorary member, S.T.F. Club, “School has had its ups and downs, but it was fun watching the teachers act like clowns.” 116 Elizabeth Sutton James Sweeny Cynthia Tabery: ‘’Cindy likes rock concerts, frisbee, foosball, F.P. go to Vo-Tech, work in hospital. Judy Taylor: N.H.S. likes tap dancing. Virginia Teague Lisa Thompson: N.H.S., Highsteppers 2,3. P.H. Club, F.P. college. Randee Thrasher Nancy Throndsen: Nan” likes horseback riding, outdoors. F.P. cosmetology. Christopher Thurin: Chris Football 1,2,3; capt. Basketball 3, Track 2,3, LaCrosse 1,2,3; M.V.P. College F.P. college at U.S.C. or U. of M. 117 Lornan Tormanen: Lornits F.P. continue working. Colleen Tumulty: Gymnastics 1,2,3; capt. V.P.S. Club. Judy Wallen Jennifer Walsh: “Jenny” “S.B. N.H.S. Urban arts 3, speech 3, Ski Club 2,3, Sunrise 3, TCITY 1,2, likes swimming, and parties, F.P. college and theatre. Pat Walton: W'alt Basketball 1,2, Golf 1,2,3,4, Stage Band 1,2,3, Redneck Club; pres, enjoys hunting and fishing. Joel Walvatne: Football 1,2,3, Track 1,2,3, Wrestling 1,2,3, Morning Magic Show Fan Club; vice-pres. Newspaper 3, Spanish club 2,3; vice-pres. F.P. college. Richard Weiss Cindy Weller Tony Wesley Pamela White: Pam Choir 1,2, likes horseback riding, singing, F.P. college. Barbara Anne Whritenour: “Barb” likes tennis, biking, riding, jogging, car races and working, Student Council 3, F.P. college and travel. Amis Will Gayle Willford: Student Council 1, Band 1, N.H.S., Senior Board. F.P. U. of N. Dakota. 118 Calvin Williams Deborah Williams Gina Worley Sue Yellowhammer Mike Zosel: “Zoz” Football I. Soccer 2,3; co-capt. Hockey 1.2,3,4. Tennis, 1,2,3,4; co-capt., Senior Board, F.P. college. Not-Photogenic? Anderson Cheri Lynn Anderson Colleen Marie Anderson Jennifer Kay Asher Ward Barry Babcock Sharon Louise Bagget Barbara Lynn Barlow Timothy Patrick Bakka Shirley Jane Berman Marlise Jill Blawat James Allison Brashear Paul Buach Douglas Edmund Butler Nancy Gay Chennault Rodnea Coleman Mirian Columbus Joesph Rodger Compean Jorge Alexandro Cook Alfred Jr. Davalos Rudy Victor Dewaard Kenna Sylvia Donley Richard Dale Doron Rolito Bureros Kdwards Velma Epstein Kimberly Marie Garcia Jonnie Kay Geidl Daniel Grinnell Carolyn Harris Antionette Hendrickson I aurie Ann Herbert Elizabeth Hinze Margaret Rose Holman Glenda Gale Hulsing Heidi Hyun Ken Johnson Brian Johnson Lynn Marie Kassmir Gregory Dean Katkin Perry Allan Knitson Richard Knudsen Ricarda Maria Kobin Melissa Anne I ndstrom Lyle Lasley Thomas Ixtpez Steven Lx)ve Barbara Lundblad Tracy Lundheim Christopher James McDonell James Patrick McLain Brett Patrick Meneely Molly Ann Moy Steven Yin Musgrave Lillian Joy Nicholson Marcia Jo Nohrenberg Gloria North Terry O'Brien Laura Jane Ochehu Brian Steohen Osell Lanette Jama Patterson Rozanne Peterson Stephen Pfeifer Ronald Pond Nicholas Prieto Alexander Pullion Gary Riedel Mary Lynn Roberts Christopher Rubenstein Sally Runyon William Schaden Mary Schumm James Severson Lynette Small Wendy Leigh Smith Kimberly Smith Reva Denise Spencer Theresa Margaret Swenson Jean I,ea Thotland Annette Lois Toles Mary Elizabeth Vincent Micheal Waalk Steven Jason Wagner Kathleen Sheridan Walsh David Micheal 119 We Remember AS SOPHOMORES: — SUPER SOPHS — no welcome week (Yea) — Sophomore Attendant Velma — no homecoming skit — “Forget The Liberty, Give “Em Death!” — Juniors and Seniors only! — advisories — Biology, Geometry, and Speech — “What’s a pep fest?” — Kowpokes’ chaos — Meetings at Jean’s House. — 300 romp — Kowpokes King Wes Bolin — blackouts first hour — stag or drag — T.P.ing — Mac and Dons for lunch — G.H. by Baxter, Kielty and Backhaus AS JUNIORS: — “JUNIORS WON” (and we did too!) — Junior Attendant Jean — Homecoming skit approved by Ted — “Seniors Only” — “Kick the Paddies back to their daddies!” — Friday night basketball ... Burger King ... party at Clarks — Henry High cheerleaders Dave, Tom and Wes. — Mr. Blizzard and Miss Snowflake Steve and Amy — Highsteppers NUMBER ONE!!! — groundbreaking ceremony for the new gym — defunct clubs and activities — shut out football team — “You’re UGLY you sogie dogie.” — Presenting Earth, Wind and Fire — winning two-bits — Sno-Daze romp in the mud — “Network” and “Rocky” — “CHARLIES ANGELS” — Sunrise wins awards — locker pin-ups — relating to the Junior scene!!! As Seniors — Student Council President Tony Leung — Senior class meetings — “Break Edison’s Record!” — Queen Stephanie — Autumn Elegance — SAT’s, ACT’s, and ACH’s — NEW GYM — Senior attendants Terry and Velma — signing senior contracts — Class Co-Presidents Inga and Sue — whopper eating contest-students beat faculty — RAINED OUT — Senior class play; “O Men Amen.” — Marryin Sam and Daisy Mae Tony and Mara — “Go to hell world we’re Seniors!” — Baba Wawa and Emily Li-tella — NHS-car-washes, and bakeoffs — Seniors only (finally) — Humanities, Mathanalysis, Trig, Government and Psyche. — APATHAY — “The Last of the GREAT Class of ’78!” 121 JUNIORS Altonen, Rick Anderson, Lisa Anderson, Mamie Armstrong, Robert Aufderheide, Roger Auge, W. Bergford, John Bernard. Mark Bernstein, Stewart Birk, Mary Bogucki, Colleen Buckhalton, Sandy Buettell, Sarah Burk, Bambi Bursack, John Cadwell, Katherine Cameron, Kim Babineau, Dennis Baker, Julie Baldwin, Gordon Balfour. Bob Bennett, John Borman. Ellen Button, Darcy Bradley, Judy Brashear, Dona Brown, Cecily Capiz, Nancy Childers, Mark Chu, Cindy Clark, Lisa Clark, Sue 121 Artist at work Blind Ambition In being the first freshmen ever at West High, the class of ’79 had a reputation to set and to uphold. They have continued to impress upon the student body the importance of cooperation, participation and education. Their major under-taking this year was the presentation of Sno-Daze week. Students and teachers have described this junior class as “one, big, happy family.” Wading through computer programming, balancing chemical equations, accupuncture and first year of Westby, together, they have built a united class. Next year juniors anticipate no more registration frustration!! Clemens, Dan Coleman, Charlene Conery, Laura Cornelius, Alan Curtin, Andrea Daughenbaugh, Terrie Davis, Arie Day, Mike Day, Warren Edwards, Mike Edwards, Veronica Eide, Chris Englebart, Jim Farrell, Jim Fasching, Lori Dell, Irve Dornbach, Sue Dougherty, Henry Downing, Francine Doyle, Mike Fishman, Craig Fitch, Bob Fitzmaurice, Sue Fontaine, Ann Garcia, Michael Glaman, Betsy Goetz, Fred Gorsuch, Tim Groscost, Michael Gross, Dana Haldeman, Mike Hanley, Tracy 124 Honeker, Tony Hopkins, Greg Ibele, .John Inveen, Cha-Cha Jacobsen, Doug Jaeger, Michelle Hansen, Cindy Hanson, Rolf Harrison, Sidney Hastings, Will Haws, Joanne Hickman, Pam Hubert, Carl Hodroff, Stacy Holgate, Kenneth Holt, Ann Jenkins, Nancy Jensen, Jane Johnson, Jeff Johnson, Maria Johnson, Rick Jones, Bill Kellam, David Klotz, Ranita Knudsen, Julian Knudsen, Kevin Korslund, Linda Kramer, Jean Larson, Gwen Lerner, Matt Lindquist, Susan Lund, Mary Kay 125 I can too read! Lynch, Peggy Lindfors, .James Maginnis, Hugh The Outstanding The junior class, pronoun: jocose, spirited, i.e. homecoming attendant- Angela Inveen, jobholders, Fernwood Tonight fans, roadrunners, pep-fest winners, exceedingly intelligent, originators of the Junior Board, victims of ‘‘junioritis, advised by Bill, Shel, and Jim, usually seen in a wild and rowdy group, “la ere me de la creme” of West High. Lundgren, Karen Lundgren, Katherine Meyer, Kean Mhoon, Henry Miller, Byron Miller, Carney Morris, Theresa Nadeau, Tom Nammacher, Sue Nelson, Gloria Nygucn, Hung Nicholas, Kim Martin, Jami Martin, Steven Matton, Dennis McCormack, Sigrid McMullen, Rene McVey, Kathy Morrison, Charles Moskal, Scott Moy, Mary Muldoon, Joseph Murray, Robert Norberg, Molly Nowicki, John O’Heron Lynn O’Laughlin, Lorri Olson, Sue Osterberg, Chris 126 Pulver, Tony Roos, Janet Rose, Liz Rosenn, Eva Ross, Daryll Rotenberg, Mitch Parker. Edward Peterson, Peggy Phelps, Doug Phillips. Diana Plaisance, Lisa Plummer, Lance Premer, Danna Premer, Sidney Prston, Sara Price, Star Roth, Molly Ruddy, Lisa Salmon. Margaret Sandwick, James Scanlon, Sherry Schermerhorn. Dina Shires, Brenda Schlaffer, Carol Schmidt, Cathy Schwartz, Roy Schwartz. Stephanie Schwob. Peter Seljeskog, Steve Sherbarth, Kathy Smith, Katherine Smith, Todd 127 This Chemistry is too much! Steinman, Joan Stenerson, Brenda Strombeck, Gary Streitz, Elizabeth Sullivan, Carrie Swanson, Allison Swanson, Mary Swanson, Mitchell Sweats, Derris Tack, Chris Talach, Theresa Taylor, William Thompson, Leslie Tillman, Philip Torrenc, David Tuthill, Tracy UUom, Jana Van Oppen, Jan Vermeland, David Vermeland, Katherine Vogel, Kirk Vu, Long Waalk, Lisa Wallner, D. White, Margaret Whitlock, Anne Wood, Bill Worley, Paula Wyatt, Andy Yates, Alan Zimmerman, Gary 128 Homework, homework, homework! Non-Photogenic Adsit, Ruth Ann Ittner, Shaun Orozco, Gina Akguc, Erdogan Jarvis, Todd Parnow, John Anderson, Richard Johnson, Barbara Peterson. Bruce Anderson, Scott Johnson, Robert Peterson, John Antiel, Connie Johnson, Sandra Pierson, Leanna Arhuckle, John Jones, Chris Poule, Lucille Auzins, Diana Jones, Ken Price, I ester Ballard, Jonjia Jorgenson, Terry Reavis, Kim Barnett, Gary Kaplan, Beth Revier, Sheila Bell, Richard Karlos, Constantine Revier, Steven Boes, Karen Karpen, Tina Rigert, Doug Biesmier, Dennis Kester, Storm Rich, Bridget Bradley, Charles Kibbort, Sandra Roberts, Loren Brown, Alexandrie Kim, Frank Roach, Peggy Brown, Freida King, Bill Rockensock, Sharon Cassman, Ronald Kloth, Darryll Roder, Pam Cheren, Hugh Kurtti, Paul Ruf, Roy Christianson, Kellen Larson, Guy Samuels, Frank Clark, Lisa Larson, Kris Sandvig, Lisa Clark, Susan Larson, Karen Satrell, Forrest Coleman, David Larson, Leslie Schuletz, Lisa Condon, Holly Larson, Lisa Stinson, Lonnie Davenport, Steven Leber, Patti Stolarzcyk, Brian Doree, Mina Libertus, Ron Story, Patty Dummler, Wendy Lichon, Chris Stroh, Joline Eastman, Darcy Lomax, David Stoupas, Dionysis Evans, Joseph Lott, Anthony Strong, Patt Evans, Barbara i ougheed, Lori Taddiken, David Evans, Deanna Lowe, Tom Tanfield, Bill Flannery, Bill Luker, Debbie Throndsen, David Flynn, George Martin, Cynthia Tiemann, Due Fox, David Matson, Robert Tormanen, Mary Frederick, Darcy McCormack, Rebecca Toussaint, Shirlene Freitag, Lisa McEachran, Kim Transue, Theresa Green, Harold Meyers, Rueven Tucker, Kim Goldfarb, Lynn Michelson, John Tuttle, Gene Harrell, Rufus Milligan. Bill Walker, Ben Harris, Donoway Moe, Carol Walker, Gina Healy, Tom Morton, DeeDee Wall. Kieth Hennessey, David Mozang, Monica Wiener, Susan Hodges, Emma Muldoon, Joey White, Mary Hermann, Kenneth Murray, Bob Williams, Robert Holmes, Brian Nutting, Chris Williams, Robynn Hoppe, Terrence Olson, Wendy Williamson, Vicky Hussman, Bill Ostroot, Brian Zack, Chris 129 SOPHOMORES These Golden Years The class of ’80 really is “shining on” in the eyes of the rest of the school. This year’s sophomore class took part in every aspect of West High life. The sophomores had a football team that stood out among the best. They also had atheletes on many other teams. The class of ’80 not only took part in athletics they also took part in many other activities such as Highstepers, varsity cheerleading auditoriums and dances. This year’s class of sophomores should continue to live up to the great expectations West has for all of its classes. Albitz, Daniel Altonen, David Amlee, Dale Amlee, Duane Anderson, Erik Anderson, Jennifer Anderson, Joel Anderson, Lnda Anderson, Tracy A meson, David Babcock, Claire Babcock, Elizabeth Babineau, Sandra Bailly, Janet Barr, MaryLou Batdorf, Kim Battaglia, Ann Becht, Kris Beckmen, John Berman, Paul Biesemeier, Jim Birk, Cathy Blackford, Tim Blom, Joan Bourasa, Bob Boyd, Fay Bros, Lisa Buckhalton, Warren 131 Buffington, Richard Campeau, Gregory Cantwell, C. Carey, Dianna Carey, Jane Carlson, Elizabeth Carlson, Joni Carr, Lawrence Carr, Mary Carr, Sue Carraher, Jacqueline Christenson, Cathleen Clark, Patty Clement, Heidi Colbeth, Sonia Coleman, Beverly Conroy, Tricia Crocker, Shelly 132 Kllingham, Ann Fabes. Brian Feela, Laurie Flanigan, Julia Fitzgerald, John Fogarty, Jennifer ✓ ■ Oops! Foster, Molly Fried, Alan H. Friedman, Zoe Gall, Colleen Gross. Tod Gullixson, Glenys Gurley, T. Gustafson, Janiel Hage, Barbara Handeland, Don Harmon, John Hennesse, Steffany Henry, Kris Hockert, Melissa Hows, Martha Humphrey, David Inveen, Ann Jedlicka, Rodney Johnson, John 133 Johnson, Monti Junes, Albert Kaamir, Courtney Katkin, Scott : - -v Mirkin, Lisa Mitzel, Zoe Morstad, Marya Mount, Barbara Kellog, Todd Kennedy, Kelly King, Valerie Kirby, Todd Kneen, Roxanne Kodner, James Landis, Robert Larson, Michael Love, Bill Lowe, Johnna Lowe, Maureen Luartes, Howard Lund, Jill Mamabe, Royji Marcos, Andrea Marcy, Julie Martin, Judy Matiak, Deborah McGregor, Shelia McKenzie, J. McLane, Tanya Meyers, Ben Mikclson, Sharon 134 Ness, Tom Newton, Evan Nunn. Janet Odland, Kris Okerlund, Jackie Orth, Janet Oyaas, John Patterson, David Perry, Dianna Perry, Lora Peterson, Carin Pfeifer, Tom Pineda, Roberto Pirner, Mary Lynn Poor, Steve Powell, Mark Priess, Charles Rath, Mona Roberts, Lenora Robinson, John Rogers, Michelle Schaefer, Curt Schmidt, Edward Scott, Cathy Scott, Lori Smith, Deborah Smith, Kris Sotnak, Eric More homework -Sophomore attendant Janet Bailey -Sophomore Stars are Shining On -Being able to have a free hour -Cutting down Freshman -Star Wars was hit movie -Going from pigtails to barretts Geometry with Kielty and Backhaus -Great football team -Biology projects -Registration got a little easier? -Research papers -Dan’s betting corporation 135 Sterns, Robert Suciu, Jana Sussman, Marianne Swanson, Blanche Swanson, Laura Swanson, M. Thayer. Elizabeth Thornes, Roxanne Thompson, I eigh Thompson, Lisa Thurin, Sally Tilsen, Julie Trebtoski, Greg Ullom, Jody Velasquez, Gerald Vermeland, Tom Viebahn, Lynn Yokes, Brad Vokes, Brenda Wagner, Angela Wagner, Patty 136 Wralsh, James Ward, Stacy White, Ann White, Stuart Whitlock, Bill Wichterman, Laurie Wittmer, Laura Wood, Angela Yeager, Tracie Young, Aretha Zorn, Andy Not-Photogenic? Appleby, Kevin Baack, Darcy Bacon, Barbara Baker, Raymond Battenberg, Jay Beal, Sara Beyer, William Biesemeier, James Boberg, Stanley Booher, James Brown, Sandra Burkhalter, Glenda Burpee, Paul Carter, Arron Carol, Patti Cavin. Robin Celusta, Darrin Clark, Kathryn Colsrud, Rosalie Condon, Elizabeth Crockett, Lisa Daniels, Stephanie Davis, Ernestine Davis, Linda Dorn, Craig Dorn bach, David Edwards, James Engebretson, David Eubanis, Greg Evans, Fred Evans, James Fields, Nyra Fitch, Michael Flanigan, Kathy Fletcher, Kelly French, Andy Gagnon, Howard Galle, Michael Greenough, Randy Groslie, Lesley Halstead, Alesia Harris, Josephine Hendrix, Penny Herbert, Michael Hirshfield, Hans Huntting, Sarah Ihme, Brenda Johnson, Beth Johnson, Katherine Jones, Michael Jones, Ronald Kelly, Donald Kirkendahl, Tanya Kittler, Chris Kline, Michelle Krause, David La Luerne, Michael Landberg, John Lee, Teddy Lindsay, Adam Lomax, Suzette Low, James Martin, Darrell Maxwell, Russell McParland, Patrick McQueen, Catherine Meil, Deborah Mercer, Valerie Metzler, Michael Miller. Eugene Miller, Juli Miller, I eslie Minder, Scott Moe, Sandy Moliter, Tracy Morton, Lisa Moy, Sil Nelson, Donald O’Conner, David O’Neil, Maxine Palmer, I aurie Parent, Michelle Parker, Michael Parker, Steve Perry, Dianna Peterson, Elisabeth Phillips, Belzeta Plentan, Blaine Plentan, Brian Powell, Frank Radeuz, Robert Reavis, Donald Reavis, Debra Rinker, Robert Ritch, Belenda Robinson, Beatrice Rock, Kim Ross, Nelson Rucker, Rhonda Rydecn, Jani Schaefer, Todd Scherber, Patrick Schenk, Steve Schrobilgen, Charles Schultz, Julia Schman, Kathryn Selin, Glen Shaugobay, Janice Shaw, Troy Sliberstein, Michael Slade, Nicholas Smith, Patricia Smrcka, David Sorensen, David Stange, Kenneth Sotnich, Julianne Strombeck, Greg Swenson, Timothy Tappen, Michael Thayer, Liz Thomas, Sheran Thotland, Lynn Thunberg, Duane Toussaint, Yvette Tyler, John VanBuren, Tim Wenner, Nancy Wettstein, Krista Williams, Felicia Williamson, Ronald Woller, Michael Wycoff, Lorraine 137 FRESHMEN “Little Men And Little Women” This year’s freshman class, despite their size, exceeded their expectations. With their “cute” Edison cheerleaders and rough and tough football team, they successfully participated in the Homecoming Auditorium as well as all other facets of West High life. They experienced all the new exciting things at West including elevator tickets, higher drinking fountains, and respect for upper-classmen. The freshmen finesse fits the future graduates of West. Barnes, Mahlon Battcnberg, Jill Beeman, Daniel Bernard, Jeffrey Best, Iyori Birkeland, Bruce Bissonnette, Jane Brackett, Robert Bradley, Sarah Brown, Starky Burtness, Karlene Audette, Todd Anderson, Debbie Andrican, Tonina Burtness, Suzanne By field, Michelle Campeau, Valerie Carney, Trish Carpentier, Perry Chesney, Jack Chesney, Joe Chorn, Candilyn Chu, Fred 139 Cohen, Sheryl Coste, Irene Cunningham, Rory Downing, Theresa Duclos, Anne Dudo, Joseph Dumler, Melvin Dworksy, John Dworksy, Todd Edwards, David Edwards, Steven Evans, Ethel Fields, Lee Fine, Laura Fitch, Anne Fitzgerald, Colleen Fitzgerald, Mark Fitzmaurice, Molly Flowers, Sarah Foster, Cole Francisco, Frank Fontaine, Matthew 140 Galle, Nicholas Gunderson, David Gustafson, Clay Guthrie, Paul Hagberg, Johna Hanson, Matthew Geffen, Elizabeth Goldfarb, Alan Graham, Gloria Gray, Princess Griffin, Sylvia Harris, Jay Hathaway, Christopher Haugesag, Eric Heidenreich, Lisa Hiatt, Thomas Hobert, William Hohgeld, Theresa Holmes, Wendy Holt, Sharon Hooker, Rita Horner, Sandra Johnson, Robin 141 Jones, Robb 142 Juusola, Barbara Kaplan, Jeri Kelly, Moira Kobin, Matthew Munnich, John Nasby, Teodoro Nicholas, Gregory Niederloh, Dan Nitsche, Johannes Krislov, Melanie Kuehn, Daniel Landberg, Michael I andstrom, Susan Lindgren, Glen Lougheed, Nancy May, Christopher McChesney, Richard McCoy, Leslie McDonald, Mark Miller, Molly Mollenhoff, Joni Mollenhoff, Todd Morrison, Carrie Moylan, Robert Muldoon, Mena Reading grafitti is only one of the thrills at West. North, Linda Ohnesorge, John Okerlund, Douglas Olsen, Bradley Olson, Michelle Osterberg, Carolyn Overby, Norma Paquette, Theresa Parker, Edward Parker, Steven Peterson, Nancy Pike, Karen Poor, Jessica Preus, Diane Sands, Julie Sarles, Stefan Schanus, Daniel Schlemmer, Brenda Schmitz, Steven Quaderer. Dawn Ratliff, Norman Raymond, Angela Ruddy, Kenneth Salmon. Thomas 143 Schuman, John Schwob, Paul Sheldon, Bruce -“Freshmen Have Finesse” -First Homecoming Dance -snack breaks?!! -odd or even side of the building? -girls ask boys to Sadie Hawkin’s Dance -cheerleading tryouts -3-day weekends -finally using those elevator tickets -first registration!!!! -“good” auditorium seats -freshman Homecoming skit -Trisha Carney; Homecoming Attendant Simpson, Laura Smith, Annette Strombeck, Daniel Swanson, Charles Swanson, Laurie Szymik, Karla Taddiken, Janis Taris, Miles Smith, Charles Smith, Jean Smith, William Snaza, Kimberly Stolarczyk, Thomas Tietz, Kari Thornton, Russell Torgerson, Michael Tulupan, Dean Van Buren, Kimberly Virnig, Wendy 144 Winters, Eve Wright, Shelly Yunger, Roxanne Zosel, Mary White, Dawn White, Paula Wicks, Rick Wilson, Jennifer Alexander, Gerald Babcock, Gloria Baker, Richard Barron, Kim Bigelow, John Bose, Robert Boyd, Tracy Bratton, Leroy Bridges, Dean Brown, Tina Buell, Lisa Burgess, Vernon Caldwell, Jeffery Carrner, Janet Chappell, Anthony Chatman, Kimberly Childers, Christopher Cochran, Catherine Colsrud, Marrinda Cumber, Michael Davis, Terrance Day, Stevan Deatrick, Steven Dillon, Priscilla Edwards, Rhona Eide, Mark Evans, Terry Fountaine, Portia Garavalia, James Garcia, Patricia Geiselhart, Thomas Goudy, Terrance Greer, Willie Not-Photogenic? Harris, Jay Hartman, Kevin Helgeson, David Hill, Daniel Howard, Mark Hutchinson, William Johnson, Keith Jones .Kathryn Jones, Jerome Kcster, Kellie Kluttz, Onanza Knudsen, Emily Knutson, Kraig Kohout, Steven Kylander, Cindy Larson, Linda Oawrence, Travis Lenzen, Kim Loftus, William Lorentzen, Scott McEachran, Brian McMillan, Deborah McMillan, Victor Melartin, Thomas Melina, Robert Morton, William Nathe, Beth Neal, Tina Nelson, Keith Olson, Tammy Olson, Timothy Parker, Edward Patterson, Kelvin Perkins, Zanona Peterson, Scott Pike, Shawn Plaisance, Randall Poole, Kevin Powell, Jerry Powell, Tonnie Price, Leslie Rock, Kristin Roerig, Debra Schwartz, Margaret Sheldon, Bruce Sjogren, Pamela Smith, Charles Smith, Jacqueline Snith, Victoria Sukut, Kevin Swanson, Christine Swanson, Lynn Swanson, Marty Swindall, Cheryl Taylor, Louis Thomas, John Toussaint, Roosevelt Trucker, Frederick Whitson, Scott Wirtschafter, Jacob 145 “Oddest, Nuttiest, Screwballiest, Most Absurd, Ridiculous, Utterly Laughable Thing ...” “Step closer my dear, let me give you a motherly kiss! O Men Amen, a relatively unknown play, may make it to Broadway as a result of the fine production by the senior class. Through memorable scenes and lines such as walking through imaginary walls and into the fireplace, “Will somebody please answer the door ... ring-a-ling,” passionate romances with Alfred, sexy formals, sitting in Ted’s chair (when he left,) 6:00 A.M. rehearsal, Jim’s dirty jokes, giggling fits, Regina and her snake, “Where is the highlight?” “Albert you’re an ass ... you look like Pocahontas going to a war dance!” temperamental actors and actresses, “will somebody please help me find my wrench!” “Out damn spot out I say!” typecasting, “Can’t you save me Mitch?”, “Not in front of the children!” flowers presentation ... “So, Ted, where’s my shaving kit?” Carbone’s pizza party, “I hate mushrooms ...” “Well, I hate men, women don’t need men, nobody needs men!!!!!!!!!!!” champagne parties and applause, our play was a success. Amen ... And you never married? I can’t find my wrench anywhere.” 9 Ckvxes, cW££00 OI Q OCN '(2XDC v 23GC '$JJJ YNQt4 omor o oc fcv % SU )o ‘Save me Mitchell, save me!1 147 You don't look 39 years old! contented Let’s save a native Come he‘P “• with my lines SutMV'V You can never trust a sailor The biggest production ever attempted in West’s history was performed March 15, 16 and 17. A budget of thousands of dollars was invested into this major production. Publicity was one of the mileposts that helped in the creation of this musical. What’s New? and Twin Cities Today were two media that had given spots to announce their objectives. The play in itself holds two romantic themes, which make this play particularly suitable for West audiences. The support from behind the scenes was phenomenal; it included parents, alumni, faculty and casts of students. In the end, the cast all danced for the cast luau! 149 P a t r o n s Alpine Ski Shops Al’s Floor Coverings-374-4843 Annaheiam Roadwork Inc. 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Robinson Daniel Marilyn Rogers Rose-antique custom clothing Rex Hardware-Paint Glass Co. 150 Thank-You!!! Becky’s Cafeteria Spallacci Pizza Standard Heating Air Conditioning Megan Stanley ’87 Susan Stanley ’85 Stereoland Mr. Mrs. F. Michael Streitz Team Electronics Terrace Hair Stylists-A Red ken Salon Thomas Designs Inc. Thurston Jewlers Triangle Printing Tucson Jewlers Inc. Uptown Card Gift Shop Uptown Haircutters Uptown Lanes Mr. Mrs. James Walsh Don Betty Wheeler Mrs. W.A. Whitlock Sr. Mr. Mrs. William C. Weiler Williams Pub World Comics Science Fiction To Deebo Leebo from Albo Charles Zimmerman Mr. Mrs. James Running Saks Smartwear Kidder Peabody Co. Inc. The Earl Sanford Family Compliments of Theodore Maharishi Bear Steven Savitt Best Wishes from Schlampps Mr. Mrs. Schneider Scissors Circus Ruth Shanedling Sherman Electric Libby, Dick, Mag Bill Siegel Mr. Mrs. David Silber Sims Ltd. Mr. Mrs. Perry Duff Smith The Smith Kids THE SOUND OF MUSIC OUTLET STORE Mr. Mrs. Paul Neimann Congratulation ’78 Extra-special thanks are in order for Elizabeth Streitz and Diana Phillips for their outstanding, beyond the call of duty, advertising and patron sales. Alan Fried also deserves thanks for his super publicity efforts. 151 152 Great Expectations 153 Are Achieved Only By The 154 15S Determined . . . “Only The Spirited 156 157 Shall Survive!” 158 Those Who Have Survived Have Succeeded ... 160 Have Fullfilled 161 Their Great Expectations. «. A Kddie iKiHhcsicr) Anderson 71 � ii l.oinhiir«lo Hubert Horatio Humphrey t«l •loan ( rawfnrd- 9 Transition Peter Kineh 1 0 Charlie Ohaplan KH Kthel Waters KO KLVIS42 Jami Martin, copy Danna Premer, layout, Diana Phillips, copy Katherine Smith, editor Cee Cee Premer, editor Albo and Dee bo, Copy Club 78 Sydney Harrison, layout Tri-editors Albert Sanford. 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