West Point High School - Cadet Yearbook (West Point, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1984 volume:

CADET 1984 VOLUME 68 West Point Jr-Sr High School West Point, Nebraska 68788 RELIVING IT UP Innumerable new styles were evident this year at WPHS. Wear- ing bandanas was in. They were worn around the head, neck, leg, and anywhere else imaginable. Pin- striped jeans were also big for both boys and girls. Rock 'n' roll music was popular. Michael Jackson swept the charts with his album THRILLER. Mu- sic videos had a big influence on the record industry this year as MTV was made available to West Point cable subscribers. 1984 was an election year and people certainly got their share of campaign speeches. It was also an Olympic year and the Soviet Union enraged the U.S. by pulling out of the Olympics at Los Angeles. Closer to home, many things changed at school. Computer scheduling was used this year. Computers were also incorporated into many secretarial and account- ing classes, showing that WPHS is changing with the times and look- ing toward the future. TABLE OF CONTENTS Student Life 2 Organizations 7 Sports 25 Fine Arts 45 People 59 Special Events 81 TOP: Loafing as always, Don Westerman takes a break. RIGHT: Another lecture, Kim Herrmann listens to Mr. Boots. 2 Student Life LEFT: What gorgeous outfits! Lisa Daber- kow and Kristie Lierman model their sewing projects. BELOW: Some day there might be a muscle there. Jon Engelbart shows his 'muscle.'' CENTER: Give it back!” Doug Throener tries to do homework during his lunch hour. BOTTOM: Is it good? David Jindra, Will- French, Russ Sellentin, and Kathy Brazda enjoy their lunches. Student Life 3 RIGHT: Hi there! Jena Neiman is being friendly. BOTTOM RIGHT: Quit bother- ing me! Lori Hagedorn works in study hall. BELOW: Working hard? Vicky Schuetze takes a break. 4 Student Life LEFT: Is it soup yet? Paula Neiman and Janice Wickert cook at an FHA soup supper. BELOW: Are you THAT happy about lunch? Jim Perry looks for a place to sit. BOTTOM: Are you both after the same guy? Karen Scheer and Anne Scherer smooch with some dummy. CENTER: It's been a hard day! Brittne Hansen lounges around. : B (i JJS n Organizations 7 CADET Each day began with layouts, pictures, copy, and headaches first period as the CADET staff met for class. What a way to start out the day! Really, it's not so bad; it's even kind of fun sometimes. But assis- tant editor Shelley thinks editor Kristen's enthusiasm tricked her. Students on the staff learned to keep their cool when Kristen said their “finished page had to be done over. And they faced aggra- vating situations like pictures that flopped and layouts that stunk. This year the new company sur- prised the staff and annoyed Mr. Prazak. Everything ran smoothly until representative Bill quit, and Steve showed up just once. Then Eric appeared; finally Jim arrived and lasted for the rest of the year. Looking back, the staff remem- bered the missed deadlines, the cor- rected carbons, and the overtime hours, especially the ones put in after school was out for the sum- mer. TOP: I hate writing copy! Kim Landholm struggles with the junior story. RIGHT: I wonder who that is? Shelley Smith tries to decide which pictures to use. FAR RIGHT: I feel like a janitor! Michelle Arensberg heads for the dark room to clean it up. 8 Organizations TOP LEFT: “Where is that picture? Mi- chelle Arensberg tries to find the right nega- tive. TOP RIGHT: “Gotta finish this pa- ge.“Kristen Black puts in time after school. ABOVE: You caught me! Shelley Smith is wasting a little time. 1st Row: Allison Wegner, Assistant Editor Vrba, Dawn Kaup. 2nd Row: Advisor Mr. Shelley Smith, Editor Kristen Black, Tami Prazak, Michelle Arensberg, Tami Slagle. Organizations 9 WEST POINTER The West Pointer staff had a very productive and profitable year. This was the first year the West Pointer was allowed to sell ads. The $390.75 raised from these ads helped finance the paper. Producing a paper can be a very hectic job. Subjects must be chosen and assigned; stories must be writ- ten; pictures must be taken. Lastly, the final product is brought to Quality Printing where last minute proofreading is done and the paper is printed. Many out-of-school hours are spent working on the pa- per and getting it ready for publica- tion. The work may be hard and the hours may be long, but when the paper is finally completed, every- one on the staff feels a great sense of accomplishment. ABOVE: Sleeping on the job again? Anne Scherer helps put together the paper. TOP RIGHT: Surprise guys! Karen Scheer, Mary Groth, David Jindra, and Mrs. Mahannah work on the West Pointer. 1st Row: Cathy Tibbels, Reporter Feature Editor; David Jindra, Entertainment Editor; Lou Buse, Editor; Donna Ernesti, Entertain- ment Editor. 2nd Row: Kim Lofgren, Front Page Editor Reporter; Karen Scheer, Mana- ging Ad Editor; Anne Scherer, Feature Edi- tor; Mary Groth, Front Page Editor Sports Editor; Todd Schroeder, Sports Editor. 10 Organizations STUDENT COUNCIL The Student Council is made up of three students from each high school class, one being the class president. These students are voted in by their classmates. This year the Student Council gave joint dances with Central Catholic to help make money for the Swimming Pool Fund to help finance a new pool for the town. They also set up a suggestion box for the students and set up the Aca- demic Letter System for students with a 93% average for their first three years of high school. They helped plan the post prom party with the Cuming County Drug Awareness Committee. At the end of the year, the Stu- dent Council was in the process of getting the school board to approve the addition of vending machines with nutritious snacks and juices for the commons. TOP LEFT: Working hard? Anne Scherer, president of student council, looks over the agenda for a meeting. TOP: What a beauti- ful tree! The student council decorated the commons for Christmas. 1st Row: Sue Gelster, Jenny Arensberg. 2nd David Petz, David Schulzkump, Anne Row: Jim Perry, Barry Reimers, Bruce Scherer, Jon Engelbart, Jim Feyerherm. Thiem, Lori Fenske, Kim Lofgren. 3rd Row: Organizations 11 YAC The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) worked to make a better school lunch program. At their monthly meetings, they reviewed the purposes of YAC, took school lunch surveys, and had tasting ses- sions. Every month they honored students with a special treat at lunch. YAC. 1st row: Jon Englebart, Anne Scherer, Lisa Lubker. 2nd row: Kevin Boots, David Senden, Russ Rasmus, Mrs. Peterson. VICA This year VICA (Vocational In- dustrial Clubs of America) started a new service for the staff and the people of West Point, a VICA-lube. The members changed the oil and the filter for a small fee. In March nine members attend- ed the state convention in Lincoln. VICA. 1st row: Rhonda Schulzkump, Brian Luebbert, Kim Herrmann, Jena Neiman, Bo- bette Harrington, Brian Woerman. 2nd row: John Betzelberger, Ron Throener, Lynn Wegner, Jeff Gentrup, Pam Hendricks. 3rd row: Mr. Vander Weil, Brad Luebbert, Greg Danielski, Jeff Peterson, Kyle Persson. Organizations 12 4 Science club. 1st row: Malinda Norton, Jeff gers, Brant Addy, Steve Moyer. 3rd row: Deaver, Alan Ortmeier. 2nd row: Kris Eg- Brad Wegner, Lynn Nissen. SCIENCE CLUB Ten members of the Science Club, who had been working on their projects since the beginning of the school year, represented West Point at the science fair in Wahoo on March 15th. The mem- bers that attended the fair agreed it was something that they won't for- get. ART CLUB This year the Art Club, to fi- nance its annual trip to Kansas City, was asked by the city council to do a mosaic for the auditorium. Each member had to put in 25 hours of work on the project to go on the trip. Ten members earned the trip and went in April. Art club. 1st row: Russ Wordekemper, Ran- dy Schuetze, Russ Sellentin, David Jindra, Don Brockmann, Willy French. 2nd row: Lynn Nissen, Ryan Hansen, Bobette Har- rington, Mike Fenske, Anne Scherer. 3rd row: Ms. Abboud, Michelle Taylor, Kathy Brazda, Dawn Kaup, Marcie Boling. Organizations 13 FHA The Future Homemakers of America started the year during the summer with a Freshmen round- up. They also held summer meet- ings and a swimming party with a watermelon feed. They participated in the parade with a float and had a booth at the fair. Other busy events the organiza- tion was involved in were district convention at Wakefield where a number of members were recog- nized for outstanding work, and SEARCH at Wayne State College where the members gave it their all to place at the top. Numerous med- als were awarded. Members orga- nized a number of money making projects such as a bake sale at the Christmas concert and a pie sale at the spring musical. For the first time, members sold soup before and after home basketball games, which was a success. FHA mem- bers wrapped up the year with the annual slumber party. TOP: Are we here yet? Kristie Lierman rides to district convention. ABOVE: It isn't that funny! Michelle Arensberg, Kim Boldan, and Shelley Smith work at the bake sale. RIGHT: Don't touch my food! Paula Neiman keeps the food to herself at the Sweetheart Dance. 14 Organizations 1st row: Sponsor Mrs. G, 1st Vice Kim Lof- gren, Secretary Joyce Denton, President Bo- bette Harrington, Encounter Chairperson Marcie Boling, 2nd Vice Tami Slagle. 2nd row: Donna Buse, Debbie Jahnke, Jean Meister, Jena Neiman, Jan Wickert, Cathy Tibbels, Michelle Taylor, Donna Ernesti, Lori Welding, Tammy Lutz, Kim Boldan, Michelle Arensberg, 3rd row: Brian Lueb- bert, Lisa Lubker, Ron Throener, Tara Twedt, Tami Vrba, Shelly Petz, Kim Land- holm, Lou Buse, Kim Critel, Connie Heun. 4th row: Kristie Lierman, Kim Kollath, Brittne Hansen, Loree Bennett, Jackie Bol- dan, Tammie Heun, Debbie Slagle, Jill Tay- lor, Jean Schlautman, Lori Praest, Gwen Lof- gren. Holly Volgltance. 5th row: Corinne Brockmann, Tracie Frickenstein, Alise Metzger, Lori Frickenstein, Kari Hugo, Tami Hagedorn, Lori Hagedorn, Sarah Da- berkow, Jenny Arensberg, Kathy Swenson, Cathy Wooldrik. 6th row: Paula Neiman, Barb Albus, Jill Schmeckpeper, Gina Lof- gren, Teri Vrba, Melissa Lutz, Lisa Peterson, Tonya Robinson, Gail Koertner, DeVonna Wegner, Shelley Smith, Kristen Black. ABOVE RIGHT: Give me another. Mrs. G. and Jill Taylor work at the pie sale. TOP: One more time! Joyce Denton talks at dis- trict convention. ABOVE: Wrapping up an- other win, Tami Slagle receives her medal. Organizations 15 FFA The Future Farmers of America is an agriculture organization of young men and women learning about the different aspects of agri- culture. It provides various skills, enabling members to broaden their backgrounds. Members compete in a variety of competitions designed to provide “hands on experience such as: Parlimentary procedure, public speaking, agriculture me- chanics, dairy and livestock judg- ing, and soils, range, and crop man- agement. The year's highlights were at State Convention. The crops judg- ing team placed third, with Brian Reimers as high individual. The dairy judging team placed second, and the junior parlimentary proce- dure team placed third. Brian Reimers was named as Nebraska State Farmer. The FFA successfully raised the needed funds by crushing alumi- num cans. 1st Row: Advisor Mark Hanson, Glen Hage- dorn, Brian Reimers, Barry Bogseth, Todd Schroeder, Brian Luebbert, John Aschoff, Kent Schlautman. 2nd Row: Jeff Gentrup, Steve Groth, John Fehrer, Barry Reimers, Tom Hagedorn, Doug Throener, Greg Dan- ielski. Jay Greve, Tim Rolf. 3rd Row: Tim Drueke, Kris Odle, Mark Luebbert, Greg Hunke, Tim Hagedorn, Pat Batenhorst, Da- vid Fisher, Jeff Duhsman, Mike Steiren. 4th Row: Ron Throener, Bill Landholm, Rick Krueger, Steve Peterson, Dale Throener, Jeff Peterson, Brian Guenther, Fred Uhing, Brad Luebbert, Greg Duhsmann, Terry Koertner, Lynn Gentrup. 16 Organizations TOP LEFT: Working hard guys? Barry Bog- seth, Brian Reimers, and Ron Throener are doing what they do best — posing! TOP CENTER: Having fun Brian? Brian Reimers shows how much fun FFA really is. FAR LEFT: Dig in! FFA members help serve at the faculty breakfast. TOP RIGHT: Umm this sure is good! Greg Duhsmann helps at the children's barnyard. ABOVE: Hang on! Steve Peterson and Mark Lueb- bert show off the farm truck they brought to school. LEFT: Boy this is fun! FFA mem- bers endure the FHA banquet. Organizations 17 NHS Each year the members of the National Honor Society set up the Honors Convocation, where the new NHS members are inducted, and other awards are presented. This year, on May 16th, thirteen new members were recognized. The students were chosen for their class rank, leadership skills, and citizen- ship qualities. They were voted on by the faculty. After the gowns were handed out, the new members were officially inducted with the candle light service and the oath. Also announced were the win- ners of awards in various academic areas. Each department chose the New NHS Members. 1st Row: Lisa Daber- Row: Sandi Miller, Jackie Nagengast, Don- highest achievers and presented Low, Lori Fenske, LeAnne Frye, Allison na Buse, Nadine Schwink, Michelle Taylor, them with awards. Wegner, Shelly Petz, Jim Feyerherm. 2nd Dawn Kaup. Not pictured is Mike Fenske. Award Winners. 1st Row: Sam Ventris, Brian Woerman, Jeff Gentrup, Kathy Brazda, Rhonda Schulzkump, Karen Scheer, Darin Hoffman, Mike Haase, Donna Buse. 2nd Row: Bryan Nei- man, Kristen Black, Sandi Miller, Anne Scherer Kristie Lierman, Allison Wegner, Lisa Daber- kow, Dave Landholm. 3rd Row: Melvin Flores, Wendy Osten, Dianne Pooley, Dave Schulz- kump, Lisa Lubker, Cathy Tibbels, DeEtte Poppe, Sarah Daberkow, Chris Brockmann, 4th Row: Brian Reimers, JoDene Karloff, Kathy Swenson, Gina Wegner, Sue Gelster, Kim Lof- gren, Bob Hoffman, Dave Petz, Dale Throener, Jim Feyerherm. ABOVE: Congratulations! Mrs. Mahannah presents Karen Scheer with the West Pointer award. 18 Organizations OATS This year the OATS program was extended to the whole student body. Last year, only seniors were able to participate. Participants were chosen for their academic achievement; they scored at least a 94% composite on the standardized achievement test. The senior high worked on indi- vidual projects in an area of their personal interest. Each had a men- tor who helped him with his pro- ject. The junior high attended problem solving meetings twice a month under Mrs. Lang's direc- tion. The OATS participants were rec- ognized at the Honors Convocation and were presented certificates. TOP: Wow, ME? Kim Lofgren accepts her English award from Mrs. Lang. ABOVE: Good job! Mr. Furstenau gives Sam Ven- eris his band award. Junior High OATS. 1st Row: Dianne Gre- gerson, Tina Recker, Scott Christensen, Jay Perry. 2nd Row: Stacey Kindshuh, Andrea Twedt, Dave Senden, Eric Ruppert. Not pic- tured are John Arensberg, Andy Black. Senior High OATS Participants (not pic- tured) are Kristen Black, Lisa Daberkow, Jim Feyerherm, Alan Ortmeier, Sarah Daber- kow, Wendy Osten. Organizations 19 GIRLS AND BOYS STATE Cornhusker Boys and Girls State is an effort on the part of the Nebraska American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary. It gives the boys and girls that are chosen an opportunity to study the government, to understand it, and to respect it. To be eligible for Boys and Girls State, they must be a U.S. citizen and be a junior in a Nebraska high school. They must be in the upper half of their class, and have quali- ties of leadership and good charac- ter. Boys and Girls State is held June 3-9 at the University of Nebraska city campus. The individuals who are chosen to attend will return with a wider knowledge of the gov- ernment and will be more prepared to live as a Nebraska citizen. These honored few will take home with them an experience that will last a lifetime. MEDIA AIDES The junior and senior high media aides are the students who help Mrs. Blomendahl stamp and check books out to students. They also put re- turned books back on the shelves. They are the helpful people who students turn to when they can't find the information they are looking for, and Mrs. Blomendahl is too busy to help and makes them find it for themselves. The media aides are much appreciated people. Boys and Girls State. Alternate Kim Wegner, Jim Feyerherm, Shelley Smith, Alternate Tom Halstead. gers, Candy Pagels, Wendy Osten, De loris Westerman. f Junior High. 1st Row: Lenny Woerner, Chad Kurmel, Cheryl Kaup, Larry Hoffman. 2nd Row: Michelle Stove, Dianne Gregerson, Nicole Engelhardt, Lynette Hedell, Laura Teachout. 20 Organizations PEP CLUB This year the Pep Club consisted of 104 members, with Mr. Car- mody as the sponsor. Two prominent changes took place in Pep Club this year. They wore football jerseys instead of the hot, scratchy sweaters that were worn other years. Another change was Homecoming week. This year, the coronation was held Friday afternoon with the pa- rade following. The royalty rode around in convertibles. The foot- ball game was Friday night and the dance Saturday night. Throughout the year, meetings were held on Fridays during flexi- ble scheduling. During this time the club discussed any problems, learned new cheers, and planned activities for the sporting events. TOP LEFT: What was that again? Gina Lofgren and Barb Albus listen at a meeting. ABOVE: What are you guys doing? Beth Saner and Doug Throener work on posters. 1st Row: Loree Bennett, Debbie Jahnke, Jackie Nagengast, Kim Wegner, Beth Saner, Anne Scherer, Jan Wickert, Kim Kollath, Kelly Prazak, Theresa Hansen, Tara Twedt, Tammie Heun. 2nd Row: Dawn Kaup, Sandi Miller, Jean Meister, Kathy Brazda, Kim Herrmann Denker, Jena Neiman, Marcie Boling, Bobette Harrington, Cathy Tibbels, Donna Buse, Kim Lofgren, Karen Scheer, Sandy Schroedter. 3rd Row: Mary Groth, DeEtte Poppe, Kim Capazo, Brenda Meyer, LuAnn Anderson, Pam Hendricks, Rhonda Schulzkump, Dianne Pooley Wegner, Alli- son Wegner, LeAnne Frye, Shelley Smith, Deloris Westerman. 4th Row: Lori Fenske, Kellee Persson, Kim Landholm, Lou Buse, Lisa Daberkow, Nadine Schwink, Shelly Petz, Tami Vrba, Michelle Arensberg, Tami Slagle, Kim Boldan, Tammy Lutz, Lori Welding, Jill Iverson. 5th Row: Kris Odle, AmyMeyer, Jean Schlautman, Kim Meyer, Tami Hagedorn, Brittne Hansen, Jackie Bol- dan, Jill Taylor, Lisa Lubker, Debbie Slagle, Sue Gelster, Gina Wegner, Stacy French, Pam Miserez, Kristie Lierman. 6th Row: Janell Kaup, Candy Pagels, Jenny Behling, Alise Metzger, Lori Frickenstein, Kari Hugo, Joyce Denton, Lori Hagedorn, Sarah Daber- kow, Jenny Arensberg, Kathy Swenson, Cathy Wooldrik, Kim Critel, Connie Heun. 7th Row: JoDene Karloff, Wendy Osten, Lisa Peterson, Gina Lofgren, Melissa Lutz, Teri Vrba, Trade Frickenstein, Paula Nei- man, Barb Albus, Gail Koertner, DeVonna Wegner, Robin Hunter. 8th Row: Deanna Diers, Janett Kaup, Tonya Robinson, Amy French, Shannon Thies, Laurie Praest, Jill Schmecpeper, Holly Vogltance, Gwen Lof- gren, Cara Schulzkump. Organizations 21 ABOVE: I can't hear you, Tara Twedt peps up the crowd. RIGHT: Hi guys! Janice Wickert and Theresa Hansen being friend- ly. I £' CHEERLEADERS Every year there are twelve cheerleaders chosen from the many girls that try-out. Four of which cheer for football and wrestling, four that cheer for football and boy's basketball, and four for girl's sports. Many hours are spent in the summer and before and after school making up cheers and per- fecting them. Cheering is not the only thing these girls do to promote spirit. They also make posters, locker tags, buttons, and put treats in the player's lockers. The cheerleaders also made run-throughs for foot- ball and boy's basketball games. At the end of the year, this year's cheerleaders also help the girls that are trying out for a position on next year's cheerleading squad. 22 Organizations Organizations 23 WP CLUB The WP Club consists of varsity athletic letter winners. Sandi Miller was the president, and Mr. Car- mody was the sponser. This year, 72 members worked many hours to raise funds for the athletic depart- ment. The popcorn machine worked overtime as approximately 750 pounds of popcorn was popped, sacked, and sold to the hungry and enthusiastic fans. Many gallons of pop and pounds of candy were also sold to add to club profits. Major purchases of equipment included several additions to a vast- ly improved weight room as well as 24 warm-up coats to be used for football and track. The year ended with the traditional steak fry for the coaches followed by a softball game where the athletes defeated the coaches 12 to 11. TOP: Yep, this one's for you. Bill Land- holm cooks a steak for Mr. Ruppert. ABOVE: Think they're done yet, Loran? Not yet, Greg. Mr. Erdmann and Mr. Vander Weil wait for their steaks. 1st Row: Jim Hynek, Pat Wordekemper, Willy French, Fred Daugherty, Don Brock- mann, David Jindra, Russ Sellentin, Russ Wordekemper, Kreg Herrmann, Steve Priebnow. 2nd Row: Kristie Lierman, Kim Wegner, Jackie Nagengast, Kim Lofgren, Allison Wegner, Ryan Hansen, Brian Lueb- bert, Keith Wegner, Rick DeSutter, Todd Schroeder, Todd Repschleager. 3rd Row: Paula Neiman, Sue Gelster, Jena Neiman, Mary Groth, Jean Meister, Jan Wickert, Deb Jahnke, Dianne Pooley Wegner, Terry Koertner, Allen Haase, Kelly Hoffman. 4th Row: Barry Bogseth, John Sanders, Tom Hoffman, Melvin Flores, Brian Reimers, Beth Saner, Anne Scherer, Sandi Miller, Jill Iverson, Sandy Schroedter, Don Westerman. 5th Row: Darin Hoffman, Chris Brock- mann, Tim Connell, Bill Nagengast, Lisa Lubker, Brad Luebbert, Greg Danielski, Da- vid Petz, Doug Throener, David Landholm, Bob Hoffman. 24 Organizations Jutmaju FOOTBALL The success achieved this season is a fine example of what can be accomplished by a group of individuals who are dedicated to achieve team goals through hard work and self-sacrifice. -Coach Ruppert The Cadet football team recorded five shutouts as they posted an 8 — 0 conference record. The team was crowned conference champion for the second time in three years. The only season blemish was a 36 — 7 loss to Wayne. This was the third year in a row that one loss kept the Cadets out of the state class B play- offs. The team dominated the all-con- ABOVE: Perfect handoff — Receiving the ball is senior Tom Hoffman. RIGHT: Break- ing Loose — Sophomore Bobby Hoffman tries to get away from a Pendragon. 26 Sports ference selections as seven players were awarded this honor, including unanimous receiver Todd Repsch- laeger. Ron Skwarek and Dave Hughes assisted head coach Rusty Ruppert. Together they molded an exciting football team that was co- captained by Tom Hoffman and Willy French. Juniors Pat Wordekemper and Todd Repschlaeger delighted the fans with a school record-breaking passing performance. Pat complet- ed 49 of 105 passes for 886 yards as he connected with Todd 19 times for 10 touchdowns. Repschlaeger also established a school record for interceptions with 12. The records were to the credit of the entire team. 1st Row: Bryan Neiman, Mike Haase, Barry Reimers, Kevin Boots, Jason Kaup, Tim Reppert, Maurice Norton, Chad Batenhorst, Bill Hasenkamp, Brad Luebbert. 2nd Row: Student Manager Ricky DeSutter, Doug Throener, Dave Petz, David Landholm, Chris Brockmann, Darin Hoffman, Dale Throener, Russ Miller, Bob Hoffman, Rick Krueger. 3rd Row: Coach Hughes, Alan Ort- meier, Terry Koertner, Allen Haase, Kelly Hoffman, Todd Repschlaeger, Pat Worde- kemper, Brian Schulz, John Sanders, Kreg Herrman, Student Manager Tim Connell. 4th Row: Coach Ruppert, Don Westerman, Bill Nagengast, Brian Luebbert, Brian Reimers, Willy French, Tom Hoffman. Barry Bogseth, Melvin Flores, Steve Prieb- now. Coach Skwarek. Not Pictured is Ryan Hansen. TOP LEFT: Come help me! Cadet players rush to help Todd Repschlaeger tackle an opponent. TOP RIGHT: I've got it! Junior Todd Repschlaeger receiving the ball. CEN- TER: Somewhere in the pile-up is a little ole pigskin. ABOVE: Give it to me!” Senior Melvin Flores waits for the ball to land in his arms. Sports 27 VOLLEYBALL To be successful, volleyball players must be dedicated, show determination and encourage teamwork. At all levels, the West Point program was successful. -Coach Mahannah This year's varsity volleyball team, coached by Kathy Mahan- nah, had a record of 6 — 9. The team successfully met the qualifica- tions set at the beginning of the season. The team carried a 91% serving accuracy and a 92% setting accuracy. Those who gained recog- nition were Mary Groth with 93.8% serving efficiency and Anne ABOVE: Give it all you've got! Jan Wickert hopes to get the serve over. RIGHT: The agony of tipping the ball! Sandi Miller stretches to get the ball over the net. TOP RIGHT: Student Managers — Paula Nei- man, Jena Neiman, Jean Meister. 28 Sports Scherer with 98.2% setting efficien- cy. Special recognition was given to Jill Iverson for 2nd team all-confer- ence and Sandy Schroedter was giv- en honorable mention. The junior varsity, coached by Barb Rolf, had a record of 5 — 8; Rolf also coached the freshman who had a 5 — 9 record. All volley- ball teams had a rewarding season. TOP LEFT: Get over the net you stupid ball. Mary Groth bumps the ball with de- termination. ABOVE: Let's go guys! Jan Wickert and Coach Mahannah cheer on the team. Junior Varsity. 1st row: Janett Kaup. Ma- linda Norton, Lisa Lubker, Gina Wegner, Kim Landholm, Pam Miserez, Corinne Brockmann, Kristie Lierman. 2nd row: Coach Rolf, Sue Gelster, Candy Pagels, Kim Wegner, Lori Welding, Jackie Nagengast, Stacy French, Jean Schaultman, Alise Metzger, Kim Kollath. Varsity. 1st row: Anne Scherer, Kristie Lier- man, Mary Groth, Jan Wickert, Malinda Norton, Candy Pagels. 2nd row: Sandi Mill- er, Jill Iverson, Jackie Nagengast, Sandy Schroedter, Kim Wegner, Beth Saner, Mi- chelle Arensberg, Coach Mahannah. Freshman. 1st row: DeVonna Wegner, Holly Vogltance, Teri Vrba, Gina Lofgren, Cara Schulzkump, Jill Schmeckpeper, Janett Kaup. 2nd row: Amy French, Cathy Wool- drick, Wendy Osten, Jenny Arensberg, Barb Albus, Sarah Daberkow, Kathy Swenson, Melissa Lutz, Connie Heun, Coach Rolf. Sports 29 Boys BASKETBALL The reward of a thing well done is to have done it. -Coach Skwarek With nine regular varsity play- ers, only two of which were sen- iors, the West Point Cadets per- formed well. The team, coached by Ron Skwarek, was conference champ. Individual records were set. Todd Repschlaeger had the most assists in one game and made first team defense. Pat Wordekemper ABOVE: I'm taller than you, so butt out ' Fred Daugherty tries to get a rebound. RIGHT: Please go in. Todd Repschlaeger hopes for a basket. 30 Sports and Kelly Hoffman made first team offense. Next year the team should be even better as the same line-up will be on the floor, and it will be more skilled than this year. The junior varsity team, coached by Loran Erdmann, had ten players and turned out to be a surprising team. They had an even season with some upsets along the way. The freshman team, coached by Clayton Erwin, had a winning sea- son also. This year's team had more height than usual. In the Oakland tournament, the freshmen came close to winning a first place tro- phy, but had to settle for second place. TOP LEFT: Get out of my way man. Kelly Hoffman goes in for a layup as Pat Wor- dekemper waits for the rebound. TOP RIGHT: It may not look like it, but we know what we are doing. Pre game warm- up. ABOVE: Oh well second place is not too bad. Todd Repschlaeger receives the holiday tournament trophy for his team. Freshmen. 1st Row: Bruce Thiem, Chad Ba- Erwin, Shane Lierman, Thad Kaup, Mike tenhorst, Bryan Neiman, Kurt Hugo, Stu- Haase, Darryl Ernesti. dent Manager Jay Greve. 2nd Row: Coach JV-Varsity. 1st Row: Kreg Herrmann, Mel- vin Flores, Mark Kaup, Todd Repschlaeger, Darin Hoffman, David Thiem. 2nd Row: Coach Skwarek, Kelly Hoffman, Chris Brockmann, David Petz, Alan Ortmeier, Paul Ernesti, Student Manager Tim Connell. 3rd Row: Coach Erdmann, Steve Priebnow, Jon Engelbart, Fred Daugherty, Pat Worde- kemper, Greg Danielski. Sports 31 Girls BASKETBALL The reward for a thing well done is to have done it. With hard work and better teamwork, success may follow the team members in the future. -Coach Pooley This year the West Point Ca- dettes had an unpredictable season. With a 3-13 record at the end of the season, they were not pleased with their playing. Coached by Fred Pooley, the varsity squad consisted of fourteen players, some of which came up from junior varsity later in the season. This year's varsity was different; they were a young team ABOVE: I've got this basket in the hoop.'' Sandy Schroedter hopes for two points. RIGHT: Get over here, you dumb ball! Kristie Lierman tries to save the ball. 32 Sports of only two seniors; the rest were juniors and sophomores. Even though they did not play well as a team, individual accomplishments were made. Beth Saner made sec- ond team offense, and Sandy Schroedter made honorable men- tion. A school record was almost broken when Beth Saner made thir- ty points in the game with Pender. The junior varsity team, coached by Barb Rolf, consisted of thirteen players. They had a rewarding sea- son with a 6-8 record. The team improved throughout the season, bettering their shooting and free- throw percentages. The freshman team, with nine players, also coached by Barb Rolf, had a winning season. Freshman. 1st row: Kathy Swenson, Holly Wegner. 2nd row: Gail Koertner, Connie Vogltance, Sarah Daberkow, DeVonna Heun, Jenny Arensberg, Cathy Wooldrik. Sports 33 TOP RIGHT: “I know I can do it.” Beth Saner tries to get around an opponent. TOP LEFT: It's in!” Jill Iverson makes a basket. ABOVE: Now, lets move the ball inside and put it up for a shot.” Coach Pooley leads his team to a win. JV-Varsity. 1st row: Sue Gelster, Gina Wegner, Pam Miserez, Corinne Brockmann, Beth Saner, Kristie Lierman. 2nd row: Lisa Lubker, Jean Schlautman, Michelle Arens- berg, Jill Iverson, Jackie Nagengast, Kim Wegner, Kim Kollath. 3rd row: Candy Pa- gels, Stacy French, Mary Groth, Sandy Schroedter, Nadine Schwink, Coach Pooley. WRESTLING With a few outstanding individuals, we had a good tournament team as evidenced by our second place finish in the East Husker Conference. With only three seniors and lots of underclassmen, we will improve our 5-5 dual record next year. -Coach Boots A 5-5-1 record and a 20th rank- ing in state should not be consid- ered too bad, but for the Cadets it was not quite up to their standards. There were many fine individual accomplishments. Bob Hoffman, a sophomore, got second in confer- ence and had a 24-6 record; Willy French, Keith Wegner and Tom Hoffman made it to state. Tom won ABOVE: Student managers — Top to bot- tom: Jean Meister, Paula Neiman, Jena Nei- man. RIGHT: Presenting the defending state champ. Tom Hoffman happily ac- knowledges his victory. TOP RIGHT: Boy, was he a tuffy! Ricky Schuetze sighs to Mr. Boots. 34 Sports back to back state championships. He also wrestled in Europe during the summer and was named honor- able mention All-American. His re- cord was 31-1. Head Coach Daryl Boots had some very enthusiastic assistance this year. Assistant Coach David Hughes and Greg Vander Weil pro- vided valuable help to the team. ABOVE: This is a first! Ryan Hansen gets a congratulatory kiss from his sister, There- sa Hansen. TOP: Just about got him! Todd Schroeder, with the help of his tongue, pins his man. JV. 1st Row: Brad Luebbert, Brian Schulz, Neiman, John Betzelberger, Russ Miller, Jeff Petersen, Bob Betzelberger, Doug Student Manager Rick DeSutter. Throener. 2nd Row: Student Manager Jena Varsity. 1st Row: Randy DeSutter, Ricky Schuetze, Kevin Boots, Todd Schroeder, Keith Wegner. 2nd Row: Brian Luebbert, Willy French, Tom Hoffman, Bill Land holm. Bob Hoffman. 3rd Row: Coach Van derWeil, Coach Boots, Coach Hughes. 1st row: Cheerleaders Kim Kollath, Theresa Hansen, Janice Wickert. 2nd row: Coach Boots; Auxiliary Wrestling Girls Allison Wegner, Jean Meister, Kathy Brazda, Kim Herrmann Denker, Jena Neiman, Dawn Kaup, LeAnne Frye, Donna Buse, Dianne Pooley Wegner. 3rd row: Kim Lofgren, Rhonda Schulzkump, Cathy Tibbels, Pam Hendricks, Bobette Harrington, Kim Ca- pazo, DeEtte Poppe, LuAnn Anderson, Deb- bie Jahnke, Ann Scherer, Kim Wegner. 4th row: Tami Vrba, Tara Twedt, Lisa Lubker, Tami Hagedorn, Sue Gelster, Gina Wegner, Tammie Heun, Pam Miserez, Jean Schlaut- man, Stacy French, Jackie Nagengast, Jill Iverson. 5th row: Paula Neiman, Jill Schmeckpeper, Barb Albus, Kathy Swenson, Sarah Daberkow, Lori Hagedorn, Cathy Wooldrick, Connie Heun, Kim Critel, Kris- tie Lierman. 6th row: Holly Vogltance, Gwen Lofgren, Cara Schulzkump, Amy French, Tonya Robinson, Lisa Peterson, Teri Vrba, Trade Frickenstein, Gina Lofgren, Melissa Lutz. Not pictured Kelly Prazak. Sports 35 Boys TRACK The track team found new ways of getting in shape for the season, in more than one instance they had to shovel snow off the track so a meet could be held. If the snow and rain were not bad enough, the meet with Oakland was halted because of a tornado sighting. Two near re- cord discus tosses by Terry Koertner and Allen Haase were erased. The team placed 2nd in the Logan View Invitational and 3rd at the North Bend tournament. Allen Haase won the discus at confer- ence, the 4 x 100 relay team tied the school record, and Todd Repsch- laeger placed 4th in the 100, 200, and long jump at districts; one place shy of qualifying for state. Todd was named outstanding ath- lete. Although plagued by inclement weather for most of the season, the boys were able to produce a number of excellent performances. The team improved throughout the season and earned a fourth place conference finish. -Coach Erdmann m TOP RIGHT: “I can do it! Alan Ortmeier high jumps. RIGHT. Am I up next coach? Todd Repschlaeger asks Coach Erdmann a question. ABOVE: I better make it this time. Bob Hoffman pole vaults. 36 Sports Boys Track. 1st row: Mike Haase, Bob Hoff- man, Darin Hoffman, Bill Hasenkamp, Chad Batenhorst, Kevin Boots, Bryan Nei- man, Tim Reppert. 2nd row: Jon Engelbart, Barry Bogseth, Allen Haase, Alan Ortmeier, Don Westerman, Rick DeSutter, Jason Kaup. 3rd row: Melvin Flores, Coach Erd- mann, Todd Repschlaeger, Tom Hoffman, Terry Koertner, Coach Ruppert. TOP LEFT: 'Why do we always have to do this? Boys track participants do their daily stretches. CENTER: This is easy. Allen Haase is confident in throwing the discus. TOP RIGHT: Darn thing! Mike Haase trys to fix high jump stand. ABOVE: This race seems to get longer all the time! Rick DeSutter runs a relay race. Sports 37 Girls TRACK After battling the weather for the second straight year, the Cadettes survived another season. The freshmen and sophomores dominated the team and showed great improvement throughout the season, and the future is very promising. -Coach Carmody Because of the miserable spring weather a good percentage of the track meets were postponed, and a good number were never made up. That hurt the chances of a number of girls to receive a letter as they did not have an opportunity to per- form. With only two seniors out for track, most of the placing was done by the underclassmen. Sandy ABOVE: I'm supposed to run the 2 mile!? Lisa Lubker gets orders from her coach. RIGHT: I know I can, I know I can! Jan Wicker! attempts the hurdles. Schroedter and Jan Wickert were the two who represented the sen- iors. A new procedure was attempted this year with the boys and girls coaches working with both sports. Coach Erdman worked with the distance runners. Coach Ruppert had the field events, and Coach Carmody was in charge of sprinters and hurdlers. Mr. Carmody and Mr. Ruppert were still the main coaches, with Mr. Carmody as the head coach. Some notable performers this year were Lisa Lubker placing fifth in the 200 meter dash at districts and Jenny Arensberg placing in the field events at almost every meet. Jenny was named the outstanding athlete. 38 Sports ♦ TOP LEFT: Ugh!” Sandy Schroedter heaves the shotput. TOP RIGHT: Alright!'' Jenny Arensberg gets a good throw. ABOVE: This is easier than it looks! Holly Vogl- tance attempts to clear the bar. 1st Row: Sarah Daberkow, Lisa Lubker, Kim Kollath, Kristie Lierman, Brittne Hansen, Jill Taylor. 2nd Row: Tami Heun, Sue Gel- ster, Gina Wegner, Kathy Swenson, Holly Vogltance, Barb Albus. 3rd Row: DeVonna Wegner, Cathy Wooldrik, Jenny Arensberg, Connie Heun. 4th Row: Jan Wickert, Coach Ruppert, Sandy Schroedter, Amy French, Gina Lofgren, Coach Carmody. 39 GOLF I don't know whether it's better to be lucky or good, but we were both lucky and good at the same time at district and state. Thanks, team, for letting me go out in style. -Coach Prazak Despite continued bad weather, the golf team had a very successful season. They had a record of 46 wins and 16 losses. The highlight of the season was placing second in districts. The second place finish entitled the team to go to state. They came through with a fourth place finish, which was two places higher than any previous team. ABOVE: Keep away from me. David Jin- dra appears hostile. RIGHT: Hey, you guys, the districts are supposed to be serious. Fred Daugherty, David Jindra, Don Brockmann, Pat Wordekemper, and Mike Fenske wait to leave for districts. 40 Sports Their 325 total was 13 better than any past state effort. Because of the weather, the re- serves did not get in much competi- tion. But in the two tournaments they did compete, they finished second. For the first time in five years, girls made the reserve team. Major accomplishments for the year were: Fred Daugherty shot a 36 at state for a 79, barely missing a state medal; Don Brockmann won five medals in six tournaments, his lowest was a 78 at Stanton; David Jindra placed in all six tournaments this year, with a 76 at state which won him the 8th place medal. After a rather slow start the team came on strong. When the pressure was on they were at their best. TOP LEFT: What a swing! Pat Worde- kemper demonstrates a proper follow- through? TOP RIGHT: Randy, if you want to learn how to Zing the ball, watch Rich. Reserve golfers Randy Schuetze and Rich Brazda practicing. ABOVE: Keep your eyes on the ball when you are putting. Don Brockmann works on his short game. Varsity. Fred Daugherty, Don Brockmann, David Jindra, Pat Wordekemper, Mike Fenske, Coach Prazak. Don and David are 1st Row: Melvin Meyer, Shane Lierman, Rich Brazda, Lori Welding, Kelly Prazak, Lori Frickenstein, Randy Schuetze. 2nd holding their second place plaque the team won in districts. Row: Coach Prazak, Mike Fenske, Fred Daugherty, David Jindra, Don Brockmann, Pat Wordekemper, Steve Kindschuh. 41 •thill. Second team offensive iv|r Melvin Flores, first team : Center Brian Luebbert, guard Willy French, receiver Todd feepschlaeger (unanimoys), quar- Iterback Pat Wordekemper HONOR ATHLETES - 42 Sports Sports 43 SCOREBOARD BOYS BASKETBALL West Point Opp. 58 Emerson-Hubbard 35 73 Schuyler 56 49 Howells 47 50 Scribner 46 67 Logan View 64 64 Oakland-Craig 71 55 Wisner-Pilger 58 62 So. Sioux City 41 87 Pender 61 51 Tekamah-Herman 48 66 Lyons 61 57 Dodge 47 80 Wayne 60 56 North Bend 68 84 Oakland-Craig 77 67 Lyons 60 56 North Bend 66 65 Logan View 40 55 Columbus Scotus 53 59 WPCC 60 Record: 14-6 GIRLS BASKETBALL West Point 35 Howells Opp. 59 40 Scribner 57 38 Wayne 37 38 Madison 30 29 Battle Creek 47 18 Blair 26 40 Wisner-Pilger 61 27 Schuyler 37 54 Pender 56 37 Tekamah 40 35 Fremont Bergan 31 24 Dodge 38 40 So. Sioux City 58 42 Logan View 44 38 Lyons 45 44 Oakland 56 35 Lyons 43 36 North Bend 54 21 Pierce 64 Record: 3-16 FOOTBALL West Point 28 Wisner-Pilger Opp. 6 16 Tekamah-Herman 0 34 Logan View 0 7 Wayne 36 19 Oakland-Craig 12 20 Scribner 0 13 North Bend 0 31 Pender 0 28 Lyons 8 Record: 8-1 VOLLEYBALL West Point Opp. 2 Lyons 1 0 Wisner 2 0 Dodge 2 2 Tekamah-Herman 1 0 Logan View 2 2 Wakefield 1 2 Wayne 0 0 Oakland-Craig 2 0 Scribner 2 0 Howells 2 0 North Bend 2 0 North Bend 2 2 WPCC 0 2 Pender 0 0 Hartington CC 2 Record: 6-15 BOYS TRACK Place Tekamah Invite 7th North Bend Invite 7th Logan View Invite 2nd West Point Invite 5th North Bend Invite 3rd Conference 'h Scribner WPCC it District ; h GIRLS TRACK Place West Point Invite 10th Logan View Invite 4th Tekamah Invite 9th North Bend Invite 5th Conference 6th Scribner WPCC 1st District 10th GOLF Score Place 343 Beemer Invite 1st 172 Stanton Beemer 1st 186 Blair Logan View 3rd 177 Norfolk Varsity 1st 356 Oakland 2nd 371 Oakland Invite 5th 334 Stanton Invite 2nd 336 Conference 2nd 328 District 2nd 325 State 4th WRESTLING West Point Opp. 48 WPCC 12 24 Omaha Roncalli 36 33 Oakland-Craig 33 22 Scribner 45 36 Logan View 34 34 Wisner-Pilger 36 39 Pender 24 30 Tekamah-Herman 42 24 Wayne 37 51 Lyons 18 33 North Bend 32 Record: 5-5-1 Tournaments West Point Place 3rd Wahoo 5th Schuyler Runner-up Roncalli 6th Conference Runner-up State 20th 44 Sports Fine Arts 45 Wegner, Bill Hansen. 2nd SPEECH ONE ACT This year the speech department finally had a full team. At confer- ence there were three superiors: Drama — Lou Buse, Sarah Daber- kow, and Jill Taylor; Humor — Shelley Smith; O.P.A. — Wendy Osten. At districts there were two superiors Drama and Humor, with Drama going to state. Sorry Wrong Number was the One Act play this year. The play placed third at conference, with Theresa Hansen receiving Best Supporting Actress. At districts, the play was fourth. 1st Row: Connie Heun, Lou Buse, Sarah Da- berkow, Jill Taylor, Tara Twedt. 2nd Row: Jenny Arensberg, Shelley Smith, Sue Gel- ster, Gail Koertner. 3rd Row: Coach Sandra Fuller, Bruce Thiem, Wendy Osten, Kari Hugo, Jeff Deaver, and Coach Zoe Vander Weil. TOP LEFT: Hello? Hello? Kelly Pra- zak dials frantically. ABOVE: Sorry, this is a recording! Sarah Daberkow calmly replies. 46 Fine Arts LuAnn Anderson, Kathy Brazda, Shelley Arensberg, Jeff Peterson, and director San- Smith, David Schulzkump, Lou Buse, Jenny dra Fuller is not pictured. BLITHE SPIRIT Blithe Spirit was this year's se- lection for the fall play. The cast was small, which gave each charac- ter an added responsibility in his lines. Much time was spent design- ing special effects, which were a very important part of the play. After hours of hard work, determi- nation, and lots of fun, perfor- mance night finally arrived. Perfor- mances were successful both nights. The cast and crews had a great time presenting it. All of those involved were glad to see it come to an end, but would always remember Blithe Spirit! LEFT: Is there anyone there? One rap for yes, two raps for no. David Schulzkump, Jenny Arensberg, Kathy Brazda, Jeff Peter- son, and Lou Buse call the spiritual world. CENTER LEFT: Shelley Smith as Elviria in another one of her rages after coming back from the dead. CENTER: Getting her new face is Kathy Brazda from crewperson Kelly Prazak. BOTTOM LEFT: Backwards and forwards — tic-toc, tic-toc, tic-toc. Kathy Brazda as Madame Arcati puts LuAnn An- derson as Edith into a trance. Fine Arts 47 RIGHT: You arc getting so fat, David! Kathy Brazda helps lavid Schulzkump with his pants. MUSICAL This year's spring musical was Cinderella.'' Preparations for the musical started in January with try-outs. After parts were assigned, a lot of practice was needed. In Feb- ruary, practices were few and far between, thanks to the other activi- ties going on. In March, the real work began. Scenes were blocked; scenery was built; sets were painted. Practices were held almost every weeknight, and even on Fridays and Saturdays, much to the distress of the cast and directors. Getting yelled at for laughing at the kissing scenes and coming out on stage too early for the ballroom scene during a performance are just some of the memorable experiences the cast will always remember. 1st Row: Dawn Kaup, Beth Saner, Allison Wegner, Jeff Petersen, LeAnne Frye, John Betzelberger, Kelly Prazak, Ryan Hansen. 3rd Theresa Hansen. 2nd Row: Janice Wickert, Barry Reimers, Tara Row: Rhonda Schulzkump, Kathy Brazda, David Schulzkump. Twedt, Jeff Deaver, Jason Kaup, Sam Ventris, JoDene Karloff, 48 Fine Arts BELOW: Should I use my wand or shouldn't I? Rhonda Schulzkump plays the fairy godmother. BOTTOM RIGHT: One- two-three, one-two-three. Janice Wickert and Barry Reimers waltz in the play. BOT- TOM LEFT: What a lovely couple! Jeff Pe- tersen and Theresa Hansen play the prince and Cinderella. LEFT: Get out of my way! Dawn Kaup and Beth Saner perform a scene from the play. Fine Arts 49 RIGHT: Look at those legs! Tlje pom pon girls pose for a picture. BOTTOM RIGHT: Reach for the sky. LeAnne Frye does a rou- tine. POM PON The pom pon girls had a very hectic year. Uniforms did not come in on time, as usual. The girls per- formed in the heat at parades and in the cold at football games. Per- forming at basketball games was comfortable physically, but nerve racking. The pom pon girls practiced ei- ther before or after school almost every day from the beginning of August to the end of February. They made up almost all of the rou- tines they performed. They attend- ed a one day pom pon camp in Jan- uary to learn some new routines and skills and to sharpen their technique. This was the first year an alter- nate was selected in case one girl was not able to perform. FRONT: LeAnne Ftye, Sandy Schroedter, Daberkow, Dawn Kaup. Alternate Kan Kathy Brazda, Allison Wegner. BACK: Lisa Hugo is not pictured. SO Fine Arts LEFT: Only one more mile to go. The flag march in a parade. BOTTOM LEFT: Is that heavy? Kim Herrmann carries the banner. FLAG GIRLS The flag girls were made up of six girls that had to try-out at the end of the previous year. Uniforms came in late so something had to be found for all of the girls to wear. They made up all the routines they did for their performances during parades and football games. The six girls had to practice on their own and also with the band during the summer and in the mornings before school in near freezing weather for football games. The majorette has the job of lead- ing the band and keeping them in time and in step. She conducts the band during all parades and foot- ball games. She must also help the girls trying out for the position next year learn how to march cor- rectly and learn the proper signals. T PCI NT Fine Arts 51 Majorette Anne Scherer; Banner Carriers na Buse, Brittne Hansen, Lou Buse and Kim Bobette Harrington and Kim Herrmann; Landholm. Flag Girls Kim Lofgren, Jena Neiman, Don- RIGHT: Wha's so funny? Rich Brazda plays the drums. BAND This year the West Point Band had more members than it has had in years. The members seemed to always have something to prepare for. They marched in parades in the summer and went to the State Fair in September. In the fall and winter months they played for many ath- letic events. They also gave band concerts, including the joint con- cert with the Central Catholic Band. At the end of the year they practiced for band contests at Wayne. The West Point Stage Band also had a very busy year. They could only practice two mornings a week. Besides playing at all the band con- certs, they gave a dance after Loo- ney Tunes. They also performed for many outside functions. At the end of the school year, the stage band went to Wayne fo band con- tests also. 1st Row: Anne Scherer, Lisa Daberkow, Michelle Arensberg, Nadine Schwink. Tina Recker, LeAnne Frye, LuAnn Anderson, Debbie Slagle, Jean Schlautmann, Sarah Daberkow, Gwen Lofgren. Tricia Reppert. 2nd Row: Loree Bennett, Jackie Boldan, Holly Vogltance. Kathy Swen- don, Jill Schmeckpeper. Janet Kaup, Shane Lierman, Nicole Engel- hardt, Kelli Kinslage, David Schulzkump, Mike Saner, Cathy Linnen- brink. Mike Reimers, Janell Kaup, Kim Kollath, Lisa Lubker. 3rd Row. Amy Broekemeier, Andrea Anderson, Karen Liibbe, Lisa Giese, Jackie Frazier, Kyle Haynes, Serena Frazier, Dan Warner, Robert Kol- lath, Sam Ventris, JoDene Karloff, Lori Wascher, Lana Boots, Mary Groth. Janice Wickert, Lori Hagedorn, Jenny Arensberg, Barry Reimers, Terry Schlautman. Scott Chistensen, Bill Hasenkamp, Dean- na Diers, Kevin Boots, Jeff Deaver, Eric Ruppert. 4th Row: Jim Perry, Rich Brazda, Todd Bell, Dawn Kaup, Mr. Furstenau, Stacey Kinds- chuh. 52 Fine Arts ABOVE: Nice outfit! Jenny Arensburg marches at a football game. LEFT: Blow that horn! Mr. Furstenau plays along with the pep band. TOP LEFT: Hit the notes! Lisa Lubker and Janell Kaup play in the band. -« _ -Oc! - Ut Row: Holly Vogltance, LeAnne Frye, Stacey Kinds- Hasenkamp,_ DeannarDicrsr; Jeff Dea chuh, Tina Recker, Michelle Arensberg, Lisa Daberkow, Dawn Kaup, Jim Perry, Todd Bell. 3rd RowvJoDene Kar- David Schulzkump, Lisa Lubker, Janell Kaup, Rich loff, Lana Boots, Sam Vefctris, Lori Hagedorn, Mary Brazda. 2nd Row: Eric Ruppert, Scott Christensen, Bill Groth. Janice Wickert, Jenny Arensberg, Barry Reimer. b tt ii v t a Fine Arts 53 RIGHT: We wish you a merry Christmas ' The choir members sing Christmas songs. BOTTOM: Smile for the camera, Janice Wickert and Kim Herrmann Denker pose. CHOIR This year the choir consisted of 22 girls and 11 boys. Under the guidance of a new director, Miss Hawks, they survived an active year of concerts and contests. The last day before Christmas vacation the choir sang Christmas carols in the hallway for the school during their fourth period class. This year's accompanists were choir members who volunteered their time to play the piano. As in the past, the cnoir worked very hard and practiced time after time to perfect the songs they per- formed for their audiences. Even though they had to work hard the choir still had fun times that they will surely remember. 1st row: Kelly Prazak, Lori Welding, Pam Hendricks, Kim Herrmann Denker, Jena Neiman, Kathy Brazda, and Miss Hawks. 2nd row: LuAnn Anderson, DeEtte Poppe, Kim Capazo, Brenda Meyer, Dawn Haynes, Janice Wickert, LeAnne Frye, Theresa Han- sen, and Rhonda Schulzkump. 3rd row: Jo- Dene Karloff, Allison Wegner, Wendy Os- ten, Brenda Williams, Sandy Schroedter, Beth Saner, and Deanna Diers. 4th row: Jeff Hoffman, Sam Ventris, Curt Lubker, Ryan Hansen, Jeff Deaver, David Schulzkump, and Tammie Heun. 5th row: Willy French, Russ Sellentin, David Jindra, Russ Worde- kemper, and Alan Ortmeier. 54 Fine Arts LEFT: Here we come a truckin' in Tammie Heun and Theresa Hansen per- form. BELOW: Where are my feet sup- posed to go? Greg Danielski trys to figure out the steps. SWING CHOIR This year, because of a schedul- ing mix-up, the swing choir had no class period to use; they had to squeeze in twenty minutes of prac- tice during the choir period. Miss Hawks felt they did very well de- spite this inconvenience. The swing choir, willing to perform for the community, sang for the Chamber of Commerce, the Opti- mists, and the West Point Nursing Home. In January, they started to work on their annual production, Looney Tunes, a series of skits set to a theme. This year's theme was, It's a Matter of Time. The May 9 per- formance concluded with thank- you's from the students and a solo, What I Did For Love, by Miss Hawks. Theresa Hansen, Jeff Hoffman, Allison Wegner, Barry Reimers, JoDene Karloff, Jeff Deaver, Rhonda Schulzkump, Greg Danielski, Tammie Heun, Alan Ortmeier, Janice Wickert, Jeff Petersen, Wendy Osten, Sam Ventris, Mary Groth, Jim Perry. Fine Arts 55 RIGHT: Cute couple! David Schulzkump and Kathy Brazda, in Cinderella, enter the ball. BELOW: '1 don't see anybody! LuAnn Anderson, in Blithe Spirit, thinks she is going crazy. THESPIAN SOCIETY To become a member of Thespi- an Society, students must be in- volved in a certain number of pro- ductions, depending on the impor- tance of their roles, and have a cer- tain number of hours of technical work. To keep their membership, members must be involved in a production or a technical crew each year. A date was finally set for mem- bers to see Annie at the Or- Eheum Dinner Theater. The mem- ers enjoyed the show immensely (and the waiter wasn't bad either)! The year ended with the Fine Arts Banquet. The Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor was David Schultzkump. The Best Actress was Shelley Smith, and Best Supporting Actresses were Dawn Kaup and Beth Saner. 1st Row: Altison Wegner, Kelly Prazak, Kathy Brazda, Jenny Behling. 2nd Row: Lou Buse, Tammy Lutz, Dawn Kaup, LeAnne Frye, Sam Ventris. 3rd Row: Beth Saner, Rhonda Schulzkump, Jeff Petersen, LuAnn Anderson, Theresa Hansen. 4th Row: Advi- sor Miss Fuller, David Jindra, Alan Ort- meier, David Schulzkump. 56 Fine Arts People 57 ADMINISTRATION SCHOOL BOARD What is the School Board? It is the people who set up the policies for the administration to follow. What is the administration? It is Mr. Echtenkamp, the superinten- dent whom nobody sees except when he leaves his office for a bite to eat. Students don't realize how much he does for the school. He balances the budget and files sever- al state reports. It is Principal Mr. Wilks. The students see more of him. He roams the halls and catches students at their pranks, sometimes. He's the lucky guy who gives out the detentions. It is Mr. Carmody, activities director, who keeps the students in line at lunch and plans all the year's activities. It is also Guidance Counselor Mr. Johnson. He helps students plan schedules and apply for scholar- ships. He's the guy that keeps the students waiting forever when they have an appointment. TOP LEFT: Look at all that snow! School Board member Dick Senden and wife Julie head toward the school amidst the drifts. ABOVE: Frowning? Not Mr. Carmody! Mr. Carmody keep everyone in line at lunch. CENTER: Intent and serious, Mr. Wilks works in his office. FAR LEFT: Keeping on top of things, Mr. Echtenkamp and Mr. Johnson discuss important details. School Board. Treasurer Leonard Stratman, Secretary Janet Lubker, President Cecil Woodka, Vice-President Dick Senden, Dean Perry, Tom Connell. Superintendent Ken Echtenkamp Principal Jerry Wilks Activities Director Joe Carmody Guidance Counselor Dick Johnson 58 People STAFF What is the staff? It is the jani- tors who keep the school looking good. It is the cooks who, even though the students complain, do their best to serve them edible food. It is the dishwashers who make sure the students have clean dishes to eat off every day. It is the Media Aides who check out books to the students and help librarian Mrs. Blomendahl keep the library run- ning smoothly. It is Mrs. Ahrens and Mrs. Bernhardt who try to keep the students studying instead of talking. It is the three secretaries who make sure students get into class after skipping out for a day or keep track of the school's money or keep records of the school's events. The staff does a lot, but the stu- dents often forget to be thankful for all they do. People 59 SILLY SEVENTH Why are the seventh graders? They are the class that has the most butterflies on the first day of school. None of them know where to go or what to do, so they franti- cally run from class to class search- ing for a friend who is going the same direction. Then later in the year, they know where their classes are, but they still fly through the halls with every book they have as they hurry to get to their next class. Seventh graders take home ec and shop classes for the first time. Boys make pancakes on teflon pans that practically flip themselves over, and girls make marionettes who wear fancy clothes. Another first is Mr. Deaver's life science class where seventh graders get their first taste of graded notes, cell models, and color keys. ABOVE: Aren't we cute? The girls in shop class show off. RIGHT: Always ready for a break, Mike Sila stares at the camera. FAR RIGHT: Oh! Does my hair look all right? Terry Schlautman primps in art class. TV 60 People FAR LEFT: I love art class! Jay Perry shows his enthusiasm. LEFT: When does the bell ring? Lenny Woerner strolls down the hall, waiting for the bell. BELOW: Okay, now, boys . . Mr. Erwin gives the basketball team a pep talk. 4 1st row: Michelle Stover, Cheryl Kaup, Stacey Cockerham, Cindy Lass, Theresa Wieneke, Laura Teachout, Lynette Hedell, Stacey Kindshuh. 2nd row: Lenny Woerner, Dianne Gregerson, Penny Frederickson, Sheri Praest, Tina Becker, Rochelle Denton, Janice Denton, Lana Boots, Nicole Engelhardt, Sarah Peterson. 3rd row: Doug Schroedter, Jenny Aschoff, Cheri Going, Tami Nagengast, Andrea Twedt, Tanja Gumtke, Theresa Timmermann, Terry Schlautman, Andy Black. 4th row: Scott Christensen, Rick Fricken- stein, Rick Engelmeyer, Jim Betzelberger, Paul Mahnke, Dan Warner, David Erb, Dave Senden, Larry Hoffman, Dale Scheer, Jay Perry. 5th row: Loren Koertner, Shawn Lierman, Chad Kurmel, Joe Peterson, Don Bloedorn, Mike Sila, Eric Ruppert, Todd Bell. Not pictured are John Arensberg, Mark Boston, Rhonda Russett. People 61 EXCITABLE EIGHTH What are the eighth graders? They are the ones who feel they are really something now that they have the seventh graders to look down on. Now the eighth graders aren't quite as worried about get- ting to class with two minutes to spare. They get the nerve to stop in the bathroom between classes or talk to their friends in the halls; they may even get to class only sec- onds before the bell rings without ABOVE: Ha! It wasn’t that funny! Tom Stalp, Dan Smith, and Tom Welding share a joke. RIGHT: No rush. Rod Frederickson waits for the bell to ring. FAR RIGHT: Look at him! Wendy Wagner and Melissa Ahrens watch the guys. even having a heart attack. Eighth graders have physical sci- ence with everybody's favorite teacher, Mr. Walters. They endure his dumb jokes and tiring notes all period and all year. The eighth graders will always remember his thrilling demonstrations, especial- ly the time he dressed as a college professor and explained the hollow earth theory. 62 People — FAR LEFT: . .. And that's the truth! Cin- dy Linnenbrink tries to convince Angie Pe- terson. LEFT: I wonder if I'll dance to- night? Lance McClure decorates for the dance. BELOW: They're taking a picture of ME? Robert Kollath is surprised. 1st row: Angie Osterloh, Vicky Schuetze, Wendy Wagner, Angie Peterson, Gail Wordekemper, Michelle Moyer, Laura Petz, Cathy Linnenbrink, Pam Connell, Shem Raabe, Russ Rasmus, Matt Bur- mood. 2nd row: Robert Kollath, Lance McClure, Dan Smith, Tom Welding, Tom Nottleman, Tom Stalp, Greg Wietfeld, Corey Meier, Mike Moyer, Thor Twedt. 3rd row: Kevin Bracht, Kyle Haynes, Mike Reimers, Troy Streeter, Tim Sila, Tim Nagengast, Mark Krueger, Dave Nitzsche, Charles Westerman, Glen Bales, Monte Taylor. 4th row: Andrea Anderson, Tami Poppe, Jodi Paus, Tami Williams, Melissa Meyer, Jenny Bloedorn, Judy Bunn, Kelli Dins- lage, Gina Erb, Melissa Ahrens, Brian Douglas, Clint Steinhauser. Not pictured are Rodney Frederickson, Teresa Mahnke. People 63 TOP LEFT: Talking again? Dawn Haynes loafing in Advanced Foods. TOP RIGHT: What a touching moment. Tom Hoffman and Willy French kidding around. CENTER RIGHT: Smile girls! Anne Scherer, Marcie Boling, Dawn Kaup, and Kathy Brazda pose in their finery. RIGHT: Tough guys! Ryan Hansen, Melvin Flores, Mike Fenske, and Brian Reimers enjoying noon hour. ABOVE: Sorry guys, no flashing on school property. Russell Sellentin and David Jindra get crazy after school. 64 People SOCIABLE SENIORS Long before graduation, plans were being made for the future. The class of 1984 took ACT tests, visited colleges and applied for scholarships. A financial aid workshop and an educational planning night gave seniors in- formation to make decisions. Seniors found their final year quite a hectic one. They were mea- sured for caps and gowns in Octo- ber. Soon after, senior keys, an- nouncements, name cards and senior pictures were ordered. Some advantages of being a senior were registering first. thereby getting the easiest and most desireable classes, dominat- ing underclassmen and sitting outside for fourth quarter study hall. The senior class agreed it was fun while it lasted, but they were glad it was over. Color: Dusty Rose and Ivory Song: Turn the Page Class Motto: Live for the moment. Don't dwell on the past; Think about tomorrow. Try to make it last. Kristen Black Barry Bogseth Marcie Boling Kathy Brazda Don Brockmann Donna Buse Willy French LeAnne Frye Jeff Gentrup Mark Groth Mary Groth Ryan Hansen Bobette Harrington Dawn Haynes Pam Hendricks Kim Herrmann Tom Hoffman Debbie Jahnke What are you guys up to? Mike Preibnow and Ruth Rei- David Jindra Dawn Kaup kofski grin sheepishly. Tracy Kaup James Kramer Kim Lofgren Curt Lubker Brian Luebbert Scott McCoy Jean Meister Brenda Meyer Sandi Miller Bill Nagengast Jena Neiman Lynn Nissen Dianne Pooley DeEtte Poppe Mike Priebnow Ruth Reikofski Brian Reimers Karen Scheer Anne Scherer Keith Schlueter Duh! Dave Schulzkump in one of his crazier moods. Sandy Schroedter David Schulzkump Rhonda Schulzkump Russ Sellentin Ron Throener Cathy Tibbels Allison Wegner Lynn Wegner Greg Westerman Jan Wickert Brian Wieneke Brenda Williams Brian Woerman Russ Wordekemper LUANN ANDERSON Pep Club 3, Basketball 1, Track 2, Speech Team 1, One Act 1, Fall Play 2, Band 2, Choir 1, Thespian Society 1. Future plans: part-time UNO, communications; part-time work. KRISTEN BLACK National Honor Society 2, OATS 1, FHA 4, local secretary 1, district president 1, Miss H 1, Art Club 1, Yearbook 3, editor 2, Aca- demic Letter. Future plans: Kearney State, psychology. JOHN BETZELBERGER VICA 1, Student Cuncil 4, Football 4, Bas- ketball 3, Wrestling 1, Track 1, Fall Play 3, Musical 1, Homecoming King 1, Prom Waiter 1, Graduation Usher 1. Future Plans: UNO, criminal justice. BARRY BOGSETH WP Club 3, FFA 3, treasurer 1, Science Club 2, VICA 2, reporter 1, Football 3, Wrestling 2, Track 3, Homecoming Attendant 1, Sweetheart King 1. Future plans: UNL, ag economics. MARCIE BOLING Pep Club 4, FHA 4, encounter chairperson 1, SEARCH 2, Art Club 2, Volleyball 1. Future plans: NTCC, secretarial science (legal). KATHY BRAZDA Pep Club 4, FHA 2, Art Club 2, Volleyball 2, Track 2, One Act 1, Fall Play 2, Musical 4, Pom Pon Girl 2, Choir 4, Swing Choir 1, Thespian Society 2, vice president 1, presi- dent 1, Student of the Quarter, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Future plans: National College of Business, travel and tourism. DON BROCKMANN WP Club 4, Science Club 2, Art Club 3, Yearbook 1, Class Officer 1, Football 2, Bas- ketball 1, Golf 4, Homecoming Attendant 1. Future plans: Wayne State, business. DONNA BUSE Pep Club 4, FHA 3, Flag Girl 4, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4, National Honor Society 1. Future plans: S.E. Community, fashion mer- chandising. KIM CAPAZO Cheerleader 1, Pep Club 4, FHA 2, Basket- ball 1, Track 3, Choir 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 2. Future plans: get married, work. FRED DAUGHERTY WP Club 4, Science Club 1, Art Club 3, Basketball 4, Golf 4. Future plans: Wayne State and Indiana State, aeronautical science. MINNIE EGGERS Pep Club 2, Media Aide 6, FHA 2, Track 3, Musical 2, Choir 2. Future plans: Typing or secretarial work. MIKE FENSKE WP Club 4, Art Club 1, Basketball 1, Golf 4, Musical 1, Band 4, Stage Band 4, National Honor Society 1. Future plans: Arizona State, areospace engineering. MELVIN FLORES WP Club 4, Art Club 1, YAC 1, Yearbook 1, Football 4, Basketball 4, Track 4, Fall Play 1. Future plans: UNO, construction engineer- ing. WILLY FRENCH WP Club 4, Art Club 2, Yearbook 1, Football 4, Basketball 2, Wrestling 2, Track 4, Musi- cal Crew , Choir 1, Homecoming Attendant 1, Prom Waiter 1, Graduation Escort 1. Fu- ture plans: Wayne State, business. LEANNE FRYE Pep Club 4, FHA 3, Art Club 2, secretary 1, Student Council 2, Volleyball 2, Basketball 1, Musical 3, Pom Pon Girl 3, Band 4, Thes- pian Society 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 3, Academic Letter, National Honor Society 1. Future plans: Immanuel Medical Center, ra- diologic technology. JEFF GENTRUP FFA 4, VICA 2. Future plans: Air Force. MARK GROTH FHA 1, Science Club 1, VICA 1. Future plans: S.E. Community, building construc- tion. MARY GROTH WP Club 2, Pep Club 3, National Honor Society 2, West Pointer 1, Class Officer 1, Volleyball 4, Basketball 4, Musical 1, Band 8, Stage Band 2, Choir 1, Swing Choir 1. Future plans: Midland, business administra- tion. RYAN HANSEN WP Club 4, FFA 1, Science Club 1, Art Club 1, VICA 1, Football 4, Wrestling 3, Musical 1, Choir 1, Future plans: Army. BOBETTE HARRINGTON Pep Club 4, FHA 4, president 1, SEARCH 2, Art Club 1, president 1, VICA Parlimentar- ian 1, Yearbook 1, Class Officer 2, Volley- ball 2, Basketball 2, Musical Crew 1, Banner Carrier 2, Homecoming Attendant 1, Sweet- heart Attendant 1, Prom Waitress 1, Gradu- ation Usher 1, YAC 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 2. Future plans: S.E. Community, child development. DAWN HAYNES Art Club Vi, Yearbook 1, Choir 1. Future plans: Nebraska School of Dog Grooming. PAM HENDRICKS Senior Achievements Pep Club 4, FHA 3, VICA 1, Band 2, Choir 4, Swing Choir 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 1. Future plans: S.E. Community, practical nursing. KIM HERRMANN DENKER Cheerleader 1, Pep Club 4, Art Club 2, VICA State Competitor 1, Yearbook 1, Volleyball 2, Basketball 2, Track 2, Fall Play Crew 1, Musical Crew 1, Banner Carrier 1, Choir 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 2. Future plans: di- etary aide at St. Francis Memorial Hospital. TOM HOFFMAN WP Club 4, National Honor Society 2, Stu- dent Council Treasurer 1, Football 4, Wres- tling 4, state champion 2, Track 4, Musical Crew 2, Homecoming Attendant 2, Homeco- min King 1, Prom Waiter 1, Graduation Usher 1. Future plans: UNO, construction engineering. DEB JAHNKE WP Club 3, Cheerleader 1, Pep Club 3, FHA 4, Volleyball 3, Track Student Manager 2, Flag Girl 3, Choir 1, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Future plans: Concordia Teachers' College, early childhood education. DAVID JINDRA WP Club 4, vice president 1, Art Club 3, vice president 1, West Pointer 1, Yearbook 1, Football 2, Basketball 2, Golf 4, One Act 1, Fall Play 2, Band 2, Choir 1, Thespian Soci- ety 2, Homecoming Attendant 1, Prom Waiter 1, Graduation Usher. Future plans: NTCC, broadcasting. DAWN KAUP Pep Club 4, FHA 3, Art Club 2, Yearbook 1, Class Officer 1, Volleyball 2, Basketball 3, Musical 3, Pom Pon Girl 3, Band 3, Thespi- ans Society 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4, National Honor Society 1. Future plans: UNL, business (pre-law). TRACY KAUP Art Club 3. Future plans: D S Tires. JIM KRAMER Future plans: Lyons feedstore. KIM LOFGREN WP Club 2, Pep Club 4, National Honor Society 2, secretary treasurer 1, FHA 4, en- counter chairperson 1, 1st vice 1, Student Council Secretary 1, West Pointer 1, Class Officer 1, Volleyball 1, Track 2, Flag Girl 2, Sweetheart Attendant 1, Sweetheart Queen 1, Academic Letter, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 1. Future plans: Midland, accounting. People 65 CURT LUBKER Science Club 2, Fall Play 2, Musical 2, Choir 2. Future plans: Nebraska College of Busi- ness, management. BRIAN LUEBBERT WP Club 3, FFA 4, historian 1, vice presi- dent 1, FHA 1, VICA 3, president 2, Football 4, Wrestling 3, Sweetheart Attendant 1. Fu- ture plans: NTCC, diesel mechanics. SCOTT MCCOY Golf 3. Future plans: D S Tires. JEAN MEISTER WP Club 1, Pep Club 4, secretary 2, FHA 4, Volleyball 3, student manager 1, Basketball 2, Wrestling Student Manager 1, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 3. Future plans: Wayne State, elementary education. BRENDA MEYER Cheerleader 1, Pep Club 4, FHA 1, Track 3, Choir 2. Future plans: Spencer School of Business, travel and airline and word pro- cessing. SANDI MILLER WP Club 4. president 1, Pep Club 4, vice president 1, president 1, FHA 1, Class Offi- cer 2, Volleyball 4, Basketball 2, Track 2, Choir 2, Homecoming Attendant 2, Prom Waitress 1, Graduation Usher, Jr High Bas- ketball Coach 1. Future plans: get married, secretary receptionist. BILL NAGENGAST WP Club 1, Football 3, Basketball 3, Track 2. Future plans: Wayne State, physical educa- tion or industrial arts education. JENA NEIMAN WP Club 2, Pep Club 4, VICA Reporter 1, FHA 1, Volleyball 3, student manager 1, Wrestling Student Manager 2, One Act Crew 3, Fall Play Crew 3, Musical Crew 2, Flag Girl 2, head 1, Choir 4, Swing Choir 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Future plans: National College of Business, travel. LYNN NISSEN Science Club 3, Art Club 1, VICA Treasurer 1. Future plans: S.E. Community, Electron- ics. CHERYL ORR FHA 1. Future plans: Air Force DIANNE POOLEY WEGNER WP Club 2, Cheerleader 2, Pep Club 4, FHA 1, Yearbook Business Manager 1, Basketball 2, Track 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 2, Aca- demic Letter, National Honor Society 2. Fu- ture plans: S.E. Community. DeETTE POPPE Pep Club 4, FHA 1, Volleyball 1, Track 2, Choir 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 2. Future plans. National College of Business, travel and airlines. MIKE PRIEBNOW Future plans: NTCC, Mechanics. RUTH REIKOFSKI Future plans: accountant. BRIAN REIMERS WP Club 2, National Honor Society 2, vice president 1, FFA 4, treasurer 1, president 1, Science Club 1, VICA 1, Football 4, Track 2, Homecoming Attendant 1, Sweetheart At- tendant 1, Academic Letter. Future plans: UNL, animal science. KAREN SCHEER Pep Club 3, FHA 1, Art Club 1, West Pointer Editor 2, Volleyball 2, Basketball 1, Track 2. Future plans: Midland, journalism advertis- ing. ANNE SCHERER WP Club 3, Cheerleader 3, head 2, Pep Club 4, National Honor Society 2, FHA 1, Art Club Treasurer 1, YAC 3, secretary 2, presi- dent 1, Student Council 4, secretary 2, presi- dent 1, West Pointer 1, Volleyball 4, captain 1, Track 2, Musical 2, Majorette 2, Band 4, Homecoming Attendant 1, Homecoming Queen 1, Prom Waitress 1, Graduation Es- cort 1, Academic Letter, Jr High Basketball Coach 1, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Future plans: University of South Florida. KEITH SCHLUETER Band 3. Future plans: Berklee School of Mu- sic, professional music and performance. SANDY SCHROEDTER WP Club 3, Pep Club 4, FHA 1, YAC 1, Volleyball 4, Basketball 4, Track 4, Pom Pon Girl 3, Choir 3, Swing Choir 1, Homecoming Attendant 2, Graduation Usher 1. Future plans: NTCC, executive secretarial. DAVID SCHULZKUMP National Honor Society 2, president 1, Sci- ence Club 2, Student Council 2, treasurer 1, Class Officer 2, Fall Play 3, Musical 3, Band 2, Choir 2 Swing Choir 2, Thespian Society 2, Academic Letter. Future plans: UNO, pre- optometry. RHONDA SCHULZKUMP Cheerleader 1, Pep Club 4, VICA 1, Class Officer 1, Volleyball 2, Basketball 2, Track 1, Musical 4, Band 1, Choir 4, Swing Choir 4, Thespian Society 2, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Future plans: Yankton College, mu- sic. RUSS SELLENTIN WP Club 3, Art Club 2, Yearbook 1, Football 1, Basketball 1, Track 1, Golf 2, Band 2, Choir 1, Graduation Usher 1. Future plans: undecided. RON THROENER FFA 4, sentinel 1, FHA 1, VICA 2. Future plans: NTCC mechanics. CATHY TIBBELS Pep Club 4, National Honor Society 2, FHA 4, West Pointer 1, Yearbook 1, Volleyball 3, One Act, Fall Play 2, Musical 3, Choir 1, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 3. Future plans: Creighton, journalism. ALLISON WEGNER WP Club 2, Pep Club 4, Yearbook 1, Volley- ball 3, Basketball 3, Track 2, One Act 1, Fall Play 2, Musical 2, Pom Pon Girl 1, Banner Carrier 1, Choir 3, Swing Choir 3, Thespian Society 1, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Na- tional Honor Society 1. Future plans: Na- tional College of Business, travel tourism management. LYNN WEGNER FFA 1, VICA 2. Future plans: undecided. GREG WESTERMAN Future plans: construction in Omaha. JANICE WICKERT WP Club 2, secretary treasurer 1, Cheer- leader 3, head 2, Pep Club 4, FHA 4, Miss A 1, Student Council 2, Class Officer 2, Vol- leyball 4, co-captain 1, Basketball 1, Track 2, Musical 3, Band 4, Stage Band 2, Choir 2, Swing Choir 1, Homecoming Attendant 2, Sweetheart Attendant 2, Prom Waitress 1, Graduation Usher 1, Auxiliary Wrestling Girl 4. Future plans: Kearney State, nursing. BRIAN WIENEKE FFA 3, Science Clu- 1, Sweetheart Attendant 1. Future plans: farm. BRENDA WILLIAMS Media Aide 1, Choir 2. Future plans: secre- tary. BRIAN WOERMAN Science Club 3, VICA 2, treasurer 1, West Pointer Editorial Cartoonist 1. Future plans: Police Academy, law enforement. RUSS WORDEKEMPER WP Club 3, Art Club 2, Yearbook 1, Class Officer 1, Football 2, Basketball 1, Wrestling 2, Golf 2, Choir 1, Prom Waiter 2. Future Plans: undecided. People 66 JAMMIN' What are the juniors? They are the class that spends most of the year trying to please the seniors, but never do quite well enough. One of their main purposes is put- ting on a prom worth remember- ing, and it wasn't half bad. The juniors are the class who has tried to win the spirit stick and has not yet suceeded. But they aren't giving up! They are the class who envies the seniors the most. They see the seniors get their sen- ior pictures, memory books, keys, and caps and gowns. They are so JUNIORS close but they are so far from actu- ally graduating. The juniors start getting ready for college and schol- arships by taking the ACT test. After struggling through the test, and receiving the results, they usu- ally resolve to take it over again next year. The juniors take classes like ad- vanced algebra. After a few flunked tests, they usually decide they don't like math. A lot of juniors take chemistry with Mr. Pooley. That's the one class that adds some excte- ment into the junior year. TOP LEFT: Surprise! Lou Buse flashes the camera. LEFT: Hi cutie! Tammy Lutz is just being cool. ABOVE: Wide eyed and ready to go, Janine Orr does her accounting. Michelle Arensberg Pat Batenhorst Kenneth Baumert Bob Bet elberger Kim Boldan Lou Buse People 67 Tim Connell Lisa Daberkow Rick DeSutter Jeff Duhsmann Kristine Eggers Jon Engelbart Donna Ernesti Paul Ernesti John Fehrer Lori Fenske James Feyerherm Allen Haase Tom Halsted Kelly Hoffman Jim Hynek Jill Iverson Mark Kaup Troy Kaup Steve Kindschuh Terry Koertner Bill Landholm Kim Landholm Tammy Lutz Jackie Nagengast — 68 People Malinda Norton Kellee Persson Shelly Petz Kelly Prazak Todd Repschlaeger Jeff Rozendal John Sandtrs Beth Saner Stan Schlecht Todd Schroeder Randy Schuetze Brian Schultz Nadine Schwink Tami Slagle Shelley Smith Michelle Taylor Trevis Thies Tami Vrba Keith Wegner Kim Wegner Lori Welding Don Westerman Jim Wieneke Pat Wordekemper Pete Nuccio is not pictured. LEFT: Did you hear about those Yankees? Jon Engelbart reads the sports section. BOTTOM LEFT: Peek-a-boo, I see you! Shelley Smith and Michelle Arensberg play hide and seek. BE- LOW: It's mine, hands-off! Trevis Theis guards his food. People 69 SWINGIN' SOPHOMORES What are the sophomores? They think they are hot stuff, but no- body else agrees. They get just a little more respect from the upper- classmen, and they start sticking up for themselves when upper- classmen push them around, in- stead of running the other direc- tion. They start taking classes with ju- niors and seniors, like Vo-spell, American Lit., and You and the Law. The sophomores take biology and do those horrid color keys. They finally have their last year of P.E., no more dressing out, 12 min- ute runs, showers, and flat hair, what a relief! For prom, the juniors choose eight sophomores to be their wait- ers and waitresses who serve the food and clean up after the ban- quet. They also put on the famous sophomore skit that never makes sense. No matter how hard they try, it never seems to be good enough. Oh, the sophomore year isn't so bad. Next year they'll be upper- classmen! Brant Addy Jenny Behling Loree Bennett Jackie Boldan Rich Brazda Chris Brockmann Corinne Brockmann Greg Danielski Jeff Deaver Joyce Denton Stacy French Lori Frickenstcin Sue Gelster Joel Glissman Steven Groth Tami Hagedorn Brittne Hansen Theresa Hansen Kreg Herrmann Tammie Heun Bobby Hoffman Darin Hoffman Kari Hugo TOP RIGHT: Smile pretty. Theresa Han- sen flirts in front of the camera. RIGHT: It goes like this, Darrin Hoffman works on his Woods project. 70 People Mark Luebbert Alise Metzger Amy Meyer Kim Meyer Russell Miller Pam Miserez Steve Moyer Kris Odle Alan Ortmeier Candy Pagels Kevin Persson Kyle Persson LEFT: Kick back! Kyle Persson takes it easy. CENTER: Working hard? Jenny Behling smiles sheppishly. BELOW: Shh don't bother me! Brant Addy concentrates deeply. - ' Janell Kaup Kim Kollath Tammy Kr .mer Mike Kreikemeier Ricky Krueger David Landholm Kristin Landholm David Lass Kristie Lierman Edith Lininger Lisa Lubker Brad Luebbert People 71 ABOVE: What a pain! Jenny Behling and Pam Miserez type. RIGHT: What? Joyce Denton tries to understand Loree Bennett. FAR RIGHT: Spacing off. Greg Danielski and Doug Throener are bored in Geometry, again. Jim Perry Jeff Petersen Steve Peterson David Petz Steve Pricbnow Tony Scheerger Jean Schlautman Debbie Slagle Brian Steffensmeier Anthony Steinkraus UI1 Taylor David Thiem Dale Throener Doug Throener Tara Twedt Sam Ventris Brad Wegner Gina Wegner Deloris Westerman 72 People FUNKY FRESHMAN What are freshmen? They are the students who are at the bottom of the barrel. Although they are at least in high school now, they still get no more respect from the up- perclassmen. They are the students who either try to find senior friends to give them prestige or run the other direction when one of those big, mean seniors gets any- where close. During their freshmen year, students can finally get in- volved in the various organizations and sports offered at WPHS. They can choose from FHA, Speech team. VICA, Science club, football, vol- leyball, and track. Freshmen can get into dances without sneaking in. They have a little harder time partying than the upperclassmen since they aren't 16 yet. The freshmen take classes like Algebra I and many are convinced as never before that they hate math. They take speech and write and give those gross speeches. The freshmen are only freshmen once and maybe the will get a little more repect next year. TOP: 'It's easy! Kim Critel does the splits. LEFT: That was a good one! Barry Reimers and Mike Haase hear one of Mr. Walters' dumb jokes. ABOVE: Boy, this is interest- ing! David Reikofski enjoys Physical Sci- ence. Barbara Albus Jennifer Arensberg Chad Batenhorst Kevin doots Kimberly Critel Sarah Daberkow Randy DeSutter Deanna Diers Greg Duhsmann Darryl Ernesti Amy French Tracie Frickenstein People 73 ABOVE: It's not all that bad! Sarah Da- berkow daydreams. RIGHT: Who me? Mike Haase looking innocent. TOP RIGHT: Just another pretty face. Chad Batenhorst poses for the picture. David Gregorson Jay Greve Mike Haase Lori Hagedorn Bill Hasenkamp Connie Heun Jeff Hoffman Kurt Hugo Robin Hunter JoDene Karloff Janett Kaup Jason Kaup Thad Kaup Gail Koertner Shane Lierman Gina Lofgren Gwen Lofgren Brian Loftus Melissa Lutz Melvin Meyer Bryan Neiman Paula Neiman Tern' Niles Maurice Norton 74 People LEFT: Freshmen working? Cathy Wool- drik. Trade Frickenstein, Jill Schmeckpeper, and Teri Vrba study hard. CENTER: Not this again! Holly Vogltance, Cara Schulz- kump, and Lori Hagedorn listen to another boring lecture. BELOW: Interesting book Barb? Barb Albus tries to look busy. Michael Nuccio Wendy Osten Lisa Peterson Laurie Praest David Reikofski Barry Reimers Tim Reppert Tonya Robinson Jill Schmeckpeper Ricky Schuetze Cara Schulzkump Kathryn Swenson Bruce Thiem Shannon Thies l.isa Throener Holly Vogltance Teri Vrba Rachelle Westerman DeVonna Wegner Cathy Wooldrik % People 75 What are the class officers? They are the leaders of the school. At the beginning of the year, each class meets with its sponser and chooses a few members of the class to do the organizing for them. In seventh and eighth grades, this only includes a homecoming float and a few dances where the girls sit on one side of the room, and the guys sit on the other, and- nobody dares to dance! The fresh- man and sophomores don't do much more. They think of more things they could do, but for some reason, nothing ever gets done. But the juniors really have to work. They plan prom, with or without the guys' help. The senior year is even busier; they have graduation to plan. Although in the earlier years the class officers don't get much done, things get better as tne years go by. Seventh grade — Secretary Jane Denton, Treasurer John Arensber CLASS OFFICERS 76 People FABULOUS What is the faculty? It is the teachers, an important part of WPHS, who stuff the students with homework when they want it the least. But who ever wants home- work? Without the teachers, the students would never write sonnets on prom weekend, for which Mrs. Mahannah deserves thanks! Stu- dents wouldn't stay up all night do- ing Mr. Black's famous notecards or carry decorated eggs around the halls for Mrs. G.'s Adult Living class. Nobody can forget Mark Groth who lost four sons in just a FACULTY few days! Students will always re- member the bell that ends Mr. Poo- ley's lectures, since they surely can't remember the lecture itself; they fell asleep! Students will also remember forever the thrill of color keys and notes in Mr. Deaver's room. Of course, teachers aren't all bad. Sometimes they give the stu- dents free days and let them relax a little, especially when they get tired of school just like the students do. So even though the students of WPHS complain, they appreciate their teachers. TOP LEFT: This is better than listening to Mr. Pooley! Mike Fenske and Tom Hoff- man do a lab in Physics. LEFT: Anxious to get started, Greg Danielski and Doug Throener pick up their biology color keys. ABOVE: Mr. Deaver, it's moving!'' Alise Metzger looks through a microscope. People 77 TOP LEFT: Do you mind? Mr. Prazak loses his patience. TOP RIGHT: Boy this is good! Barry Bogseth proudly works in Woods. ABOVE: We bad!” Brian Luebbert and Scott McCoy in their dork glasses. RIGHT: What is this?” Lou Buse, Kim Bol- dan and Kellee Persson learn about auto me- chanics. Daryl Boots Cheryl Gustafson Mark Hanson Dave Hughes Bob Prazak Greg Vander Weil 78 People TOP LEFT: Party time! Russ Sellentin and Randy Schuetze smoke in art class. LEFT: Enjoying Ms. Abboud's art class, Rhonda Schulzkump wrinkles her nose. ABOVE: Hurry up, take it! Miss Hawks poses for a picture. Linda Abboud Sandra Fuller Larry Furstenau Becky Hawks Becky Lang Kathy Mahannah People 79 TOP LEFT: Just one enthusiastic student, Mr. Lang's World Geography class is work- ing hard? TOP RIGHT: Ready to go, Paul Ernesti tries out his backpack. ABOVE: Half asleep, Randy Schuetze tries to put up the badminton net in Advanced P.E. RIGHT: What a boring film! Only Mr. Potato Head is awake. Tom Black Joe Caimody Loran Erdmann Carol Schuster Faye Wall Chris Lang People 80 r HOMECOMING Throughout homecoming week the whole school was very busy. The Saturday before, the Pep Club painted store windows downtown. Each day of the week the classes dressed to their chosen theme. Seniors — Cadets will out-class em'( juniors — Cadets will gang-up on the Blue Devils, sopho- mores — Cadets don't kid around, freshmen — Cadets will rock em'. The classes were given points on the yell-out, the floats, and the number of students that dressed to their class theme. Points were also taken on attendance at the football game and the dance. The seniors won the spirit stick for the second year in a row, after receiving the most points. Royalty was crowned Friday afternoon, with the parade following. A pep rally was held on Main Street; and each class drove it's float in the parade. The royalty were driven around in convertibles. That evening it was disappointing to lose the only football game of the season, but spirit was never lost. The dance was held Saturday night; it was a lot of fun, and was a great way to end homecoming week. . 2 Sr ;d, Events FAR RIGHT: King Tom Hoffman and Queen Anne Scherer. BOTTOM LEFT: Enjoying the parade are senior attendents; clockwise from driver David Jindra are Bobette Harrington, Willy French, Barry Bogseth, Jan Wickert, Sandy Schroedter, Sandi Miller, Brian Reimers. LEFT: Faculty members amuse everyone with their skit Return of the 'Cadeti'. BE- LOW: Decked out in gang clothes, Lori Welding and Tammy Lutz dress to their class theme. 1st Row: '82 Queen Sue Schroedter, Lisa Lubker, David Petz, Bobette Harrington, Barry Bogseth, Jan Wickert, David Jindra, Sandy Schroedter, Willy French, Brian Reimers, Sandi Miller, Todd Repschlaeger, Lisa Daberkow, Mike Haase, Sarah Daberkow, '82 King Mike Slagle. 2nd Row: Page Ben Dinslage, King Tom Hoff- man, Queen Anne Scherer, Page Amy Johnson. Special Events 83 SWEETHEART DANCE Early Saturday morning FFA and FHA members busily decorated the gym for the coronation and dance later that night. They decorated to the theme of Islands in the Stream, with shades of blue and silver. Members, parents, and friends waited anxiously for the corona- tion when the king and queen would be announced. Finally the moment arrived; Barry Bogseth was crowned King and Kim Lofgren was crowned Queen. At the dance, the music was provided by Stan- ton Sound, a disc jockey who showed videos. At 12 o'clock the dance was over, but members stayed to clean up. 1st row: Glen Hagedorn, Joyce Denton, Dale Throener, Tami Slagle, Todd Schroeder, Bobette Harrington, Brian Luebbert, Donna Buse, Brian Reimers, Gwen Lofgren, Barry Reimers, '83 Queen Nicole Hansen, '83 King Russell Gentrup, and Debbie Jahnke. 2nd row: Page Todd Lutz, King Barry Bogseth, Queen Kim Lofgren, Page Melissa Taylor. 84 Special Events 'Dear Father . .. Brian Lucbbert gives the devo- tions. FHA BANQUET The April 26 FHA banquet, a potluck supper, was held in the commons with the FFA officers as special guests. Brian Luebbert, one of the few male members, gave the devotions. After the meal Kim Lofgren and Bobette Harrington gave their final thank-you's and good-byes. Miss FHA, F, H, and A were awarded following the Encounter awards. An ex- tra special award was given to Student Body Representative Kim Lofgren for all her hara work. The new officers were installed by the installation committee. '84-'85 officers. Encounter Chairperson Tami Vrba, Secretary Jill Taylor, President Tami Slagle, 1st Vice Kim Boldan, 2nd Vice Deb- bie Slagle. Miss FHA Bobette Harrington, Miss A Michelle Arensberg, Miss H Debbie Slagle, Miss F Lori Hagedorn. Special Events 85 FFA BANQUET On May 8, the FFA held their banquet in the school gym. The FFA supplied the barbecued pone, and the parents brought the side dishes. President Brian Reimers welcomed the members, parents, and guests. Proficiency awards and awards for high grade point averages were pre- sented. Special awards were given to the Star Greenhand and the Star Chapter Farmer. The FFA alumni also cave awards to their outstanding memoers and announced the ,84- 85 officers. The FFA officers were installed. Shovel it in. Todd Schroeder and Brian Reimers pork out. '84-85 officers. President Todd Schroeder, Treasurer Steve Groth, Vice President Doug Throener, Parlimentarian Lynn Gentrup, Re- porter Tim Drueke, Secretary John Aschoff, Sentinel Dale Throener, Historian Kris Odle. Proficiency Award Winners. Steve Groth, Lynn Gentrup, Ricky Krueger, Barry Reimers, Brian Luebbert, Tim Drueke, Jim Wieneke, Brad Luebbert, Brian Reimers. 86 Special Events ATHLETIC BANQUET The athletic banquet was held on May 15 in the gym. The meal was catered by Double K from Norfolk. The stage band provided the entertainment. The tension grew as the athletes awaited their up- coming awards. A top individual was awarded with a medal for an outstanding performance in each sport. Mr. Carmody presented awards to three special coaches, Mr. Lang, Mr. Pooley, and Mr. Erdmann, who will no longer coach at West Point. Three Sport Letter Winners. 1st Row: Kristy Lierman, Sandy Schroedter, Tim Connell, Bob Hoffman. 2nd Row: Todd Repsch- laeger, Darin Hoffman, Melvin Flores, Tom Hoffman, Pat Worde- kemper. TOP LEFT: Just a little remembrance. Mr. Carmody gives Mr. Lang a plaque for his years of coaching. TOP RIGHT: Departing Coaches — Chris Lang, Fred Pooley, Loran Erdmann. ABOVE: Outstanding Athletes. 1st Row: basketball Sandy Schroedter, volleyball Mary Groth, track Jenny Ahrensberg, basketball Kelly Hoffman, track and football Todd Repschlaeger, wrestling Tom Hoffman, golf Da- vid Jindra. Special Events 87 ..-PROM Carousels and Wishing Wells was the theme chosen by the junior class for the 1984 prom. The juniors raised funds by selling magazines so they could have a good prom. The juniors only had two and a half days to decorate the gym, but they did a good job with the short amount of time they had. On Saturday the seventh of April, prom night began with the banquet, catered by the junior class's mothers. Kim Lofgren provided an enter- taining speech before dinner about the different ways of eating food. Cindy Scherer was the guest speaker. And the sophomore skit was very un- usual, but that's normal. The dance, with music provided by Street Le- gal, was a success. The girls wore off the shoulder dresses with hoop skirts; the boys wore suits or tuxes; the dance floor looked like a ballroom. After the dance, the annual post-prom party was held at the Vet's Club. t W ' % FAR LEFT: What IS it? Bob and Cindy Scherer question their food. FAR BOTTOM: No seconds? Ju- nior girls play a joke on Mr. Lang; Mrs. Lang enjoys it the most. LEFT: Let's get out of here. Allison Wegner and Cheryl Orr leave the banquet. BOTTOM: Don't I look sexy! David Jindra has a good time at prom. BELOW: Look at the way they dance! Bah! Sandy Schroedter and Kathy Brazda watch the juniors do their new steps. Special Events 89 n GRADUATION The day finally arrived! Three O'clock found all the seniors in Mrs. G.'s room dressed in caps and gowns. Soon the lines, one of girls and one of boys, formed in the halls, ready to snake down to the gym, in place and ready to walk in. Mrs. G. shouted the final instructions and ordered the girls to Push those caps DOWN! The waiting began, and the seniors were get- ting butterflies. While walking up, one pair, who hadn't practiced together, had a little trouble walking in rhythm. Somebody was nervous, Which way do we go? Everything went pretty well until Lynn Nissen tripped going up the steps to receive his diploma. The seniors looked impressive. The girls wore white robes with dusty rose roses; the boys wore red robes with ivory roses. Seniors received congratulations, hugs, and good-byes from friends, relatives, and classmates. Then it was back to Mrs. G.'s room to hand in the caps and gowns, and the seniors were off to celebrate. 90 FAR LEFT: Some glad, and some sad. Cheryl Orr and Brian Woerman walk down the aisle. BOTTOM LEFT: Yay! It's graduation day! Kathy Brazda jumps for joy. LEFT: Dear fellow classmates ... Fred Daugh- erty gives his final fairwell. BOT- TOM: I'm getting good at this! Valedictorian Kim Lofgren gives an- other speech. BELOW: Calm and cool, Salutatorian Dianne Pooley Wegner gives her honor address. I Special Events 91 ij . % • 1 • .V t X S • • - . V V w V . . % • • 9 - « J . y , . • A « • % • fc • « • ■ • • i' • % x . ' • 9u • -V w %N •. • • k ■ • ■ •• • • •• • •% � i . • A « % . X • • I « • k • • I .. « - - r � ■ • • • v « V '• k • • • % mm • 4 ? • % H v . % v • i 1 X % • 4 A , • . « • % % - - m • W «. • • ' XI • «-«i • J - % • • • •