Whiting High School - Reflector Yearbook (Whiting, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1977 volume:

1977 REFLECTOR WHITING HIGH SCHOOL 1751 Oliver Street Whiting, Indiana 46394 Volume 56 School Life..................................3 Organizations...............................20 Academics...................................50 People......................................72 Sports.....................................102 Ads........................................130 Index......................................156 Closing....................................160 2 At 8:10 A.M. 480 students rush to get to homeroom on time. The tardy bell rings and a few of those students don't make it. As the day rolls on three periods go by. At 11:20 A.M. the lunch bell rings. Some students go to White Castle, Red Hots, or Ralphs for lunch. Most run home to turn the T.V. on at 11:30 A.M. and catch the most popular soap in school, “All My Children. Boys and girls alike are involved. By 12:20 P.M. students are back in school. Only three periods left in the day. At 2:15 P.M. Oilerettes and band members are out for the day because they started at 7:15 A.M. At 3:15 P.M. the rest are out for the day. At 3:30 P.M. practices start. That will take up part of the evening, at least until 5:30 P.M. There are many different practices that exists such as: volleyball, football, baseball, basketball, wrestling, track, and so on down the line. Now it's time to go home to eat dinner, study, talk on the phone, and prepare for the next day. This is a typical day for the Oilers. To discover the you in us look at ... 3 DISCOVER THE YOU IN US 4 AND THROUGH THE CAMERA'S LENS When Spring comes to Whiting High, it really shows. Art students become more creative and field trips and dances take on a new meaning. Students' faces begin to glow with exuberance as they realize a new perspective of school. Everyone waits eagerly for the last day of school while the seniors anxiously wait for graduation. 1. Whiting High Band reach their goal at St. Louis. Z Crowded halls between classes is a routine thing. 3. Entertainment, for the Mother's Day Tea, was provided by the Girl's Chorus. 4. Hungry students crowd around the bake sale after school. 5. These graduating students leave Whiting High. 5 ONLY THE BEGINNING May 24,1976 marked the date of last year's prom. Everyone was so impressed to see their friends dressed up in long formals and tuxedos. As the juniors and seniors ate and talked, a hypnotist entertained them with his astonishing stunts. Later, everyone danced to the music of the Originals while they thought about the past evening and dreamed of next year's prom. 1. Andrea Dado seems so happy to see that her date has arrived on time to pick her up for the 1976 prom. 2. A happy couple poses in front of a scenic back ground to get their picture taken. 3. Paulette Resetar shows off her fancy dress. 4. The entertainment for the evening was a hypnotist who left the audience spellbound by his stunts. 5. After eating, some couples talk while waiting for the entertainment to begin. 6 6. This happy couple seems relieved to get away from the routine days of the week. 7. Kate Simants and her date pose for a quick shot so they will have memories of the 1976 prom. 8. The day after the Prom, everyone relaxed and enjoyed themselves at the Dunes. 9. Chris Smolen's idea of having fun is getting buried in the sand. 10. Couples at the prom talk and mingle with each other before they eat. 7 SUMMER THROUGH THE ARTIST'S EYES AND THROUGH THE CAMERA'S LENS When back in school most Whiting students recalled their past summer adventures and retold them to their friends. Some students went on fun vacations to different states, but mostly everyone stayed around the northern Indiana vicinity. It seems like the most popular attraction spot to Whiting students this past summer was the Sand Dunes. 1. Whiting Band performs during the 4th of July parade. 2. Whiting students relax during the summer at the Dunes 3. Whiting students pose for a quickie 4. Dan Polak and Michelle McCandless won the safest drivers award. 5. Daria Demkovich, looks like she had fun this summer at the Dunes. 9 o Wkww SIX FLAGS BAUD FESTIVAL SIX FLAGS 1976 BAND FESTIVAL WHAT DID YOU DO DURING THE SUMMER? Summer comes and goes so fast. That's because vacations, holidays, picnics, and other hot weather activities fill the days of W.H.S. students and make them fly by . Before you know it, three months of summer vacation turn into a few weeks, and a few weeks turn into 1 or 2 days; then, another school year begins anew. 1. This a picture of the band in St. Louis. They combined fun at Six Flags with competition in a nationwide band contest. 2. Here you can see the Oilerettes marching with the Whiting band in the Fourth of July parade. 3. The Band Flag Girl Corps perform their routine in front of the judging stand during the 4th of July parade. 4. Band members live it up in their motel room in St. Louis. 5. Two Driver's Ed. students eagerly learn all about the different parts of a car. FALL THROUGH THE ARTIST'S EYES AND THROUGH THE CAMERA'S LENS. Fall is the time of many vigorous activities. School starts dances begin again. Homecoming arrives and the same school routine starts anew. You can say that Fall at Whiting is the beginning of everything. So, in a sense ' FALL at Whiting High is like Spring of the seasons everything starts out fresh and new!!! 1. The band. Duck Soup, played at our first dance of the year. 2. Football players wait around to see what happened. 3. High School students enjoy themselves at the Annual Homecoming dance. 4. The Oilerettes and Band practice their routine for the next football game. 5. Amy Facklem discovered an easy method to wash the roofs of vans at the Freshman car wash. 6. “Mock Cheerleaders perform their cheers at a pep assembly skit. 13 LORRI GAZDA REIGNS OVER HOMECOMING 1976 Monday October 1 started this year's Homecoming with spirit week. Students dressed up according to the week's different codes in order to show their school and class spirit. Thursday of the week was the Homecoming parade and Friday, October 1, was the annual football game against Wirt. At halftime, Lorri Cazda was crowned the 1976 Homecoming Queen, and )ohn Singel was chosen Mr. Football. The exciting week was brought to a close by the traditional Homecoming Dance on Saturday. Everyone danced to the music of Quarry, as they cherished their memories of Homecoming 1976. 1. Homecoming queen nominees eagerly awaited for the announcing of the winner. 2. Gettin fired up for the big Homecoming includes decorating the halls with spirit signs. 3. The German club's artistic car and clever caption won them first prize for best club car. 4. The new Homecoming queen Lorraine Gazda happily greets her 1. At the Homecoming game, Mr. Football receives the roses he is going to give to the new Homecoming Queen. 2. During the Homecoming parade, Junior attendant Debbie Jacobson and her escort Sam Abner pose for a quick picture. 3. Homecoming queen nominee and her escort happily walk onto the football field. 4. Students in the halls of Whiting are victims of the photographer's surprise shot . 15 WINTER THROUGH THE ARTIST'S EYES 16 And Through The Camera's Lens Winter through the camera's lens focuses upon the school and the memories of winter. In this past year, Whiting received the most snow that it had since 1967 in the Big Storm, and students even had a snow-day. Students also braved sub-zero weather to come to school. Winter not only brought snow, but also winter related activities. Basketball games, sectionals, sweetheart dance, and the annual Christmas program were only some of the activities. 1. The Art Club drew a drummer boy for the senior high hallway. 2. Students for the Oilerette morning class run from the gym to school in the below freezing weather. 3. P. Progar and V. Alaniz talk outside after school. 4. The Art Club created Mickey Mouse in Christmas . 5. B. O'Drobinak teaches our police chaperon how to dance at the Art Club Christmas dance. 17 Sectional Sweetheart Dance The annual Sectional Sweetheart Dance was held February 26, 1977. This years dance was a little different, the biggest difference was that it was held in the boys' gym. The dance was held from 8:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. Music was provided by Quarry. The theme of the dance, sponsored by the Booster Club, was Boston's More Than A Feeling. Crowned queen was Vanessa Gigac by Mr. Basketball, Ray Kantowski. 1. Nominees for Mr. Basketball, picture 1. R. Kantowski, picture 2. P. Roe, picture 3. B. Westerfield. 2. Sectional Sweetheart nominees: L. So-tello, V. Gigac, D. Gyure. 3. Junior Attendants: H. Sarvanidis, D. Dem-kovich, P. Semanchik. 4. Sophomore Attendants: J. Stahura, V. Alaniz, S. Vavrek. 5. Freshman Attendants: D. Piper, A. Facklam, J. Reeves. 18 SECTIONAL SWEETHEART QUEEN MR. BASKETBALL JUNIOR ATTENDANT SOPHOMORE ATTENDANT FRESHMAN ATTENDANT —Vanessa Gigac —Ray Kantowski —Doris Demkovich —Vicki Alaniz —Debbie Piper 19 Cadet Teachers Move To Nathan Hale Cadet teaching was organized to acquaint the students with the field of teaching. The select few students chosen as the cadet teachers (each applicant was carefully screened by Mrs. DePeugh) were given opportunities at on the spot teaching in the lower grades. While the cadet teachers help the students they in turn receive experience in classroom control if they plan to pursue teaching as a lifetime career. Since Mrs. DePeugh is the sponsor for both FEA and Cadet Teachers, it is obvious that her standards are set to have the members help others in every way possible. Aiding teachers is common at W.H.S. and these students really do their part to benefit all. 1. A. Dado helps student with their spelling in Mrs. Hlad's class. 2. C. Biedron teaches students basic fundamentals in reading. 3. Cadet teachers: sitting, Pat Henry, D. McKinney, |. Zrnchik, Standing: A. Dado, J. Michalak, C. Pilipovich, C. Weiand, C. Hruskocy, L. Novakovich, H. Earl, K. Simants, D. Gyure, P. Danilides, A. Sarvanidis, V. Otic, M.B. Bur-anosky, T. Simich, C. Biedron, M. Corcoran Students Aid In Library And Office During the past year seventeen students have given up one hour of the day to help in the office or in the library. Many things are accomplished in that hour. Attendance sheets are picked up and recorded; books, newspapers, and common library and office duties are done. This is a lot of hard work for these students and much is expected of them. 1. Margaret Bailey and Donna Smith help decorate the library for Christmas. 2. Tina Simich works on attendance slips for Mr. K. Oliver. 3. Librarians: P. Plemons, D. Smith, D. Smith, M. Bailey, A. Puhek, L. Ubik, G. Kubacki, E. Balogh, B. Molson, L. Svitko, S. Blastik. 4. Monitors: T. Simich, E. Hrinyo, M. McCandless, J. Ko-lexzarik, C. Pilipovich. Mat Maids And Stats Are Vital Stat Girls and Mat Maids are vital to the athletic department for without them the athletic department would have more work to do. These groups of girls devote their time and effort to helping in creating a better and efficient athletic department. The various jobs these girls take on are scorekeeping, timekeeping, and player statistics. They have proven to be a valuable asset to the players and coaches, and they are to be congratulated for their fine work. 1. State Girls: B. O'Drobinak, L. Ubik, D. Jacobson, M. Hlavity. 2. Mat Maids: 1st row: C. Gresko, M. Atherton, ). Polak, J. Bachusz, S. O'Connor, M. Sabol, 2nd row: Mr. B. Rebey, S. Vavrek, K. Simants, N. Hruskocy, P. Resetar, V. Gigac, A. Sarvanidis, B. O'Drobinak, N. Augus- yn, G. Kubacki, Mr. J. Surdy, 3rd row: D. Gyure, K. Young, L. Gazda, B. Novak, L. Sotello, L. Dooley, 4th row: S. Letellier, M. Svitko, D. Jacobson, L. Svitko, B. Kapitan, T. Slack, T. Simich, 5th row: N. Nastav, L. Maddox, T. Clarida, J. Rooke, M. Singel, D. Bercik, M. Swingle, J. Zrnchik 23 Art Club Sponsors The Art Club Is one of the largest clubs in school, and again they are organized to decorate our school. The new administrator was jim O'Drobinak. His task, along with others, was to organize a Christmas dance for our school. Members of the Art Club were able to express their creativity in preparing decorations for the dance. Some other decorations around the school were the Snoopy On Skates for Christmas, billboards for different occasions around school, decorating the Christmas tree, and many other artistic creations. The art displays are contributions to the school by Art Club members. 1. Art Club Officers: Mrs. Dem-kovich, sponsor, G. Weiand, Treas., J. O'Drobinak, Pres., K. Simants, V. Pres., Daria Demkov-ich. Art Club Chairman, R. Kasper, Secy. A Christmas Dance 1st row: B. Stapleton, J. Rooke, B. O'Drobinak, D. Gyure, J. Michalak, A. Punek, L. Sotello, P. Resetar, D. Hruskocy, K. Simants, B. Novak, N. Pivovarnik, L. Lovasko, K. Young, L. Dooley, 2nd row: L. Lovasko, H. Earl, S. Grenchik, M. Harangody, R. Kantowski, J. O'Drobinak, G. Ku-backi, P. Kozlowski, D. Williamson, M. Dunn, 3rd row: M. McCandles, L. Helmick, S. Butler, D. Danilides, R. Kantowski, L. Flores, E. Balogh, P. Danilides, B. Molson, M. Ruman, P. Plemons, 4th row: S. O'Connor, T. Slack, B. Kapitan, A. Unate, D. Harris, K. Kucka, S. Zimmerman, S. Guerkovich, P. Fortner, D. Demkovich, 5th row: J. Spencer, S. Vavrek, M. Piper, G. Adams, R. Preneta, M. Bailey, D. Smith, M. Bailey, D. Smith, M.A. Lingvay, S. Furto, 6th row: C. Gresko, V. Otic, R. Rogina, L. Svitko, M. Singel, L. Maddox, J. Adkinson, A. Duray, L. Gabrish, B. Wright, L. Gajewski, 7th row: M. Sabol, J. Zrnchik, T. Clarida, M. Ulloa, J. Polak, P. Dado, E. Vasilovik, E. Trevino, D. Skavdis, J. Matelski, 8th row: C. Sargent, J. Buranosky, P. Surdy, L. Fritz, S. Demkovich, R. Men-dilut, 9th row: C. Lawson, T. Simich, S. Ruzbasan, G. Weiand, P. Kasper, M. Plewniak, J. Stahura, A. Facklam, D. Piper, J. Winebrenner, N. Jef-chak, D. Harris 24 Industrial Arts Club I. Industrial Art Club members: 1st row: R. Rogina, Mr. Rebey, S. Taylor, 2nd row: M. Keith, A. Atherton, M. Singel, J. Reeves, D. Dybel, 3rd row: J. Walker, C. Lawson, B. Jacobs, T. Perz, 4th row: J. Singel, B. Combs, S. Wajvoda, 5th row: J. Ciers, L. Borders, M. Ulloa, M. Adams, T. Os-terman, 6th row: B. Clarida, P. Progar, J. Moskalick, G, Semanchik, 7th row: J. Gazda, S. Grenchik, B. Westerfield, P. Roe. 2. Officers: Mr. Rebey, sponsor, M. Singel, P. Roe, S. Taylor, R. Rogina. 3. Mark Haran-gody shows his talent in drafting. 4. Mr. Rebey and L. Borders work in woodshop. The Industrial Arts Club began their third year under the guidance of Mr. W. Rebey. These students were busy all year round working on projects in woodshops, machine shops, plastics, and mechanical drawing. In doing this they expressed their individual creativity, and their ability to make blueprints, shelves, and various other projects. In past years, projects done as a group were building a motor-driven car and a liberty bell for the school. This is their way of expressing their spirit and dedication to their school. 25 Concession Workers Mr. Pawlus and his wife once again are the sponsors of the concession workers. The workers have dropped to 11, but these 11 are said to be one of the best groups. Their responsibilities are many including: Football-making coffee, pop com, preparing hot dogs, distributing all the above and candy between concession stands, serving the customers, making certain the amounts are correct, and giving the right change, and also cleaning up. Basketball—all of the above as well as marking menus and going to the crowd selling pop and pop corn. They are also used for special occasions such as the Frosh, wrestling tourney, and the Clark girls basketball game. 1. Mr. E. Pawlus is one of the concession worker sponsors. 2. Concession Workers: C. Flores, L. Csonka, C. Sargent, E. Skaggs, D. Piper, M. Bailey, A. Facklam, M. Jambik. Not pictured: B. Wright, S. Demkovich, P. Henry, P. Plemons. 26 Booster Club Grows In Number The purpose of the Booster Club is to promote enthusiasm and spirit within the school. In order to do this, they have sponsored fan busses to the away sporting events, sign painting parties, and two dances. They are also in charge of the two large annual events within the school; the Homecoming Parade and the Sectional Sweetheart Dance. To give its members some recognition for the work they do, the club designed its own sweatshirt which the members wear proudly in and out of school. Booster Club Officers: G. Weiand, Vice President; L. Sotello, Treasurer; Mr. Paul Laub, sponsor; R. Kantowski, Secretary; N. Hruskocy, President. 27 Chorus Being a member of the chorus meant having an extra given talent. These vocalists were categorized in voice group during the beginning of the school year. While spending much of their time practicing for upcoming concerts and assemblies they were able to show much improvement. Their annual Christmas Concert was presented to the student body in order to spread the holiday spirit. They also went caroling through the halls as it signified part of their successful program. 1. The chorus took part in the Christmas show. 2. Members of the girls' chorus, 1st row: M.B. Buranosky, H. Zimmerman, M. Bailey, E. Skaggs, M.A. Lingvay, D. Bercik, L. Lepacek, 2nd row: A. Facklam, D. Michaels, K. Yanas, L. Howard, 3rd row: J. Bachusz, T. Simich, L. Lovasko, D. Stolman, J. Rooke, K. Edwards, N. Augustyn, 3. Members of the chorus pick up helpful hints from their director and pianist, Miss Jakubowicz 28 Oilerettes The Oilerettes and Flag girls work very hard to make their routines presentable for audiences of football and basketball games. The girls get up to go to school at 7:15 A.M. which shows real dedication. In this class they learned new routines which are made up of all sorts of‘ music from numbers like Marne and Those Were The Days to Disco Kid and Wade in The Water. The girls also worked to make money for new flags and pom-poms. Bake sales, raffles, Thom Watt showcases, and car washes are only some of the many fund raisers the girls did. 1. The officers of the Oilerettes are: S. Letellier, Treas. M. Singel, Secy, M. Dunn, V. Pres., A. Dado, President and Mrs. Marilissa Miller, sponsor. 2. Flag Girls: 1st row: L. Gajewski, S. Letellier, Mrs. Marilissa Miller, sponsor, R. Kasper, J. Reeves, 2nd row: P. Fortner, M. Atherton, V. Otic, S. Vavrek, S. Lovasko, R. Plemons, N. Nastav, L. Gabrish, C. Koleszarik, P. Kozlowski. 3. Girls in the Oilerette corps are: 1st row: T. Clarida, D. McKinney, C. Brown, M. Ruman, G. Kubacki, j. Polak, 2nd row: L. Ftel-mick, A. Dado, B. O'Drobinak, M. Dunn, E. Balogh, M. Singel, L. Svitko, B. Kapitan, T. Slack, K. Kubacki, Mrs. Marilissa Miller, sponsor 29 Band Members Rise Early Band and Oilerette classes started at 7:00 A.M. this year. Rising early was nothing new to the members. Besides playing for a contest, they also put together half time performances for the football and basketball games. Mr. Cow put together a musical arrangement for a Christmas show in which they performed at an assembly. Selling also was a project for the band. Just before Christmas they took on a task of selling Tom Watt showcases. Prizes were given to two people for their outstanding work with selling these items. Estella Flores won first prize and Pat Henry won second prize. Last year the band went to Six Flags in St. Louis to participate in a contest. They placed second in overall competion. We are surely proud of our band! 1. Pep Band members practice for upcoming basketball game. 2. Band members: 1st row: E. Hrinyo, R. Pavlina, P. Resetar, D. Adams, S. Allen, D. Scher, L. Gazda, 2nd row: R. Dudzik, T. Clarida, N. Postell, P. Vas-quez, P. Henry, C. Smolen, S. Demkovich, R. Hicks, S. Young, J. Ullo, D. Broderick, M. Corcoran. Row 3: D. McKinney, M. Milcarek, D. Lewis, M. Zavesky, M. Lingvay, M. Gormley, S. Letellier, V. Alaniz, L. Ubik, P. Burgan, G. Gazda, A. Dado, P. Thorn, G. Thorn, D. Demkovich, T. Sim-ants, T. Oakley, 4th row: J. Kontrick, J. Flener, R. Plemons, C. Baxley 30 N.H.S. Adds Eleven New Members The National Honor Society elected eleven new members in February. To be elected is one of the greatest honors bestowed upon any high school student. The names of nineteen candidates were submitted to the faculty committee to select the students. To be selected, the students had to meet the requirements of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. The faculty then votes on the students. Also involved is the initiation which consists of formal and informal ceremonies. 1. Mr. V. Oliver has been the N.H.S. sponsor for two years. 2. N.H.S. Officers this year are L. Gazda, D. Benko, J. Singel, G. Weiand, and S. Wajvoda. 3. N.H.S. Members. 1st row: L. Gazda, D. Benko, V. Gigac, G. Weiand, 2nd row: S. Wajvoda, J. Singel, J. Borgetti, L. Svitko, 3rd row: D. Demkovich, J. Maddox, J. Curosh, D. Demkovich, 4th row: J. McFadden, E. Hrinyo, P. Kozlowski, A. Ro-kosz, 5th row: D. Polak 32 New Sponsor For Girls' Club Miss Beverly Sheldon is the new sponsor of the Girls' Club. She took on this responsibility when Miss Alice Jenkins retired last year. Every girl in the school is a member of the Girls' Club even though many are not active. Members of the club plan the annual Big Sister-Little Sister party and in the Spring the girls sponsor a Mother's Day Tea Party in honor of all the members and their mothers. The girls serve refreshments and entertainment is provided. 1. Miss Beverly Sheldon takes on the responsibility as new Girls' Club sponsor. 2. Girls' Club representatives: 1st row: V. Alaniz, D. McKinney, M. Svitko, P. Plemons, 2nd row: E. Balogh, D. Demkovich, B. Molson, L. Svitko, 3rd row: L. Sotello, B. Novak, V. Gigac 33 German Club Sells Pop Corn The German Club consisted of fifteen members this year. Under the leadership of Mr. )ames Ulrich the organization sold popcorn as their yearly project. The German Club sold over three hundred dollars worth of the popcorn. This was quite an accomplishment for this small club. A long time tradition was broken this year; the class and club weren't able to go to Chicago and Germantown but they did attend their annual Spring field trip. 1. Expressions of the Germanic talent displayed in this poster. 2. German Club: Sitting: E. Balogh, D. Benko, V. Gigac, L. Novakovich, D. Skavdis; kneeling: R. Dudzik, S. Johnson, R. Johnson, J. McGowan, P. Thorn; standing: T. Slack, C. Biedron, J. Walker, T. Perz, R. Hapak. 3a mSM 1. German Club Officers: Mr. Ulrich, sponsor; J. McGowan, Secretary; P. Thorn, Treasurer; D. Benko, President; V. Gigac, Vice President. 2. Mr. Ulrich has been the German Club sponsor for years. 3. P. Thorn and R. Johnson look at German books. 35 Spanish Club Mr. Jack Taylor returned this year after a short leave of absence to the Spanish classes and club. Mr. Taylor has been sponsor of the Spanish Club for a good many years. The Spanish Club participated in many festivities. They held their annual Christmas Party where they traditionally broke the pinata. The club entered a car in the Homecoming Parade, and also took their annual trip to the Chicago barrio. The Spanish Club continues to be the largest organization in the school with only the Art Club competing closely. 1. Mr. Jack Taylor returns as Spanish Club sponsor. 2. Officers: J. Stahura, Secretary; M. Bachusz, Treasurer; P. Curosh, President; J. Curosh, Vice President, Mr. Jack Taylor, sponsor. 3. J. Kapitan and J. Buranosky read the Spanish paper. 4. Mary Jambik works on Spanish lesson. 37 1. Andrea Dado teaches Lisa Cabrish how to make the final layouts for the REFLECTOR. 2. Lillian Novakovich and Theresa Plemons jot down fresh ideas for their section of the yearbook. 3. The two photographers, Chris Sargent and Bob Jacobs, find themselves the subjects rather than the photographers of this picture. 4. Mary Singel and Linda Maddox look over their work. 5. Rhonda Plemons puts her ideas on paper and makes them part of our yearbook. 38 We Discovered The US In Us In the Spring of 1976, Mr. Mihalo chose five Freshmen who showed an interest in journalism to be members of the REFLECTOR. The next step in making a successful yearbook was when Editor-in-Chief Tracy Slack spent two weeks at Indiana University Journalism Institute to learn the basic fundamentals of producing a yearbook. Throughout the school year, REFLECTOR staff members were kept busy by writing copy, and captions, designing layouts, selling ads, taking pictures, until they finally produced the 1977 REFLECTOR. 1. Tracy Slack, Editor of the REFLECTOR, and Mr. Mihalo the sponsor, skim through the pages of the 1977 REFLECTOR. 2. The entire REFLECTOR staff poses for a group picture. 3. Tracy Slack learns the duties of an editor as she goes over the final plans for the yearbook with Mr. Kingsley our yearbook representative. 39 Tattler Takes On A New Format In May of 1976 Mr. Boyle, sponsor of the TATTLER, announced that Patti Kozlowski would take on the responsibility of Editor-in-Chief of the 76-77 TATTLER. With the guidance of Mr. Boyle and the ability of the staff, the paper took on a new look. June 20 to July 2 Patti Kozlowski and lllona Jambik, exchange editopwent to Indiana University for a workshop on high school journalism. This enhanced their knowledge of newspaper reporting. This knowledge, along with new equipment, adding photographs to the paper, and good leadership helped the TATTLER become a better, more informative newspaper. 1. Patti Kozlowski and Mr. D. Boyle lead the TATTLER in its publication. 2. Billy Mann, John Sopo, and Jim McFadden compose the TATTLER'S sport section. 3. Exchange Editor, lllona Jambik, works on her feature story. 4. The TATTLER added an artist, R. Rogina, to their staff. 1. TATTLER staff; 1st row: E. Skaggs, P. Kozlowski, N. Hruskocy, 2nd row: S. Vavrek, B. Mann, M. Dunn, I. Jambik, 3rd row: J. Sopo, R. Rogina, J. McFadden, J. Adkison. 2. Typist N. Hruskocy works on an issue. 3. M. Dunn, L. Cajewski, and S. Vavrek are writers on the staff, and E. Skaggs is a typist. 41 W Club The W Club is formed by all persons active in sports who receive a letter. After a letter is awarded, members are able to purchase a sweater; three letters enable a student athlete to receive a jacket. Mr. Willaim Rebey is the clubs sponsor once again. Usually the boys are always thought of belonging to this club, but there are 21 girls active in the club now. This is a large percentage. The basic intent of this club is to keep busy all the members in athletic events and to keep up an interest in athletics at Whiting High School 1. W Club Officers: B. Westerfield, President, M. Ulloa, Secretary, R. Kantowski, Vice President. 2. 1st row: D. McKinney, |. Bachusz, B. O'Drobinak, D. Benko, L. Ubik, L. Gazda, V. Gigac, D. Jacobson, L. Svitko, M. Ruman, M. Zavesky, M. Dunn, D. Stolman, B. Kapitan, M. Svitko, 2nd row: P. Henry, G. Semancik, T. Summey, B. Daley, J. McFadden, S. Allen, C. Smolen, S. Wajvoda, J. Ciers, D. Polak, S. Taylor, D. Jones, J. Zahorsky, R. Kasper, M. Atherton, R. Plemons, 3rd row: J. Reeves, B. Mann, P. Roe, M. Keith, S. Grenchik, M. Harangody, J. Singel, J. Surdy, M. Plewniak, J. Maddox, J. Curosh, J. Vajda, M. Ulloa, T. Slack, A. Atherton, M. Piatek. 42 W Club The students maintaining an A or B average throughout an entire year receive a scholarship W . During a students four years of high school, they are given a chance to receive four scholarship W's . When they have achieved this a green W is stamped on their diploma. This honor is one in which every student wishes to attain. 1. Senior W winners: C. Gor-mley, S. Keown, J. Borgetti, J. Singel, S. Wajvoda, M. Ulloa, G. Weiand. 2. Junior W winners: 1st row: I. Jambik, G. Kubacki, M. Zavesky, P. Kozlowski, 2nd row: B. Kapitan, L. Svitko, D. Demkov-ich, E. Hrinyo, 3rd row: J. Maddox, J. Vajda, J. Curosh, D. Dem-kovich, J. Zahorsky, 4th row: J. McFadden, R. Rokosz, 3. Sophomore “W winners: R. Hapak, P. Curosh, M. Gormley, K. Kubacki, C. Hruskocy, L. Gabrish, S. Vav-rek, C. Gresko, D. Broderick, R. Seman. 43 Physics Club Match Computer Couples The Physics Club is organized for those who are interested in the field of science. During classroom time members of the club observe the properties and changes of energy and matter. Experiments proving the accepted principles of matter in motion are applied by the students. It can be said that the experimenting are the activities of the club. The members of the Physics Club in accordance with Mr. Sorota, their club sponsor, held their annual computer dance in the spring. 1. First row: J. Brimer, M. Plewniak, C. Smolen, Second Row: T. Os-terman, J. Borgetti, M. Ulloa, C. Gormley, Third row: L. Gazda,). Singel, D. Benko, T. Brimer, V. Gigac 2. Officers: T. Brimer, Sec-Treas., |. Singel, Sargent at arms, M. Plewniak, Vice Pres., J. Brimer, Pres., Mr. |ohn Sorota, Sponsor. 3. L. Gajewski enjoys herself at the Physics Club computer dance. 4. S. Grenchik and T. Slack were picked by the Physics Club computer as the Perfect Sophomore couple. 5. The computer chose H. Earl and M. Ulloa as the perfect Junior couple. 45 Our Governing Student Body The Student Council is the students' way of expressing themselves in the governing matters of our school. The council is responsible for the busses that transport students to away games. They also sponsor the homecoming dance parade, and the crowning of the queen. Another job that they are responsible for is the homeroom volleyball tournaments in the Spring. In addition, the council enjoyed a hayride in December. This was a special treat for the members who worked so hard on homecoming festivities. During the course of the year there was a discussion of a lounge for the students. Although this wasn't resolved this year, it was one of the biggest controversies of the year. 1. Mr. John Kountoures is once again sponsor of the Student Council. 2. Members: 1st row: V. Gigac, D. Benko, N. Hruskocy, ). Michalak, M. Ulloa, L. Ubik, J. Singel, 2nd row: D. Adams, M. McCandless, D. Jacobson, H. Sarvanidis, J. Vajda, J. Bachusz, J. Buranosky, J. Ulloa, J. Burosh, 3rd row: M. Johnson, J. Simants, R. Kantowski, D. Stapleton, R. Cormley, M. Piper, J. Whitlock, K. Lawson, V. Alaniz. 46 1. Jersey Day was special during Homecoming Week. 2. Homeroom volleyball tournament is sponsored by student council in the Spring. 3. Officers: V. Gigac. Secretary, J. Singel, Vice-President, Mr. John Kountoures, sponsor, D. Benko, President, M. Ul-loa. Treasurer. 4. This is a typical student council meeting. 47 F.E.A. Provides Apples For The Teachers F.E.A. gives the student body a chance to broaden their interests. The organization was invited to Indiana Northwest University in November. It was to get a closer look into the field of teaching. Some of F.E.A.'s activities included selling cookies and cupcakes, performing as hostesses at Open House and also participating in the Homecoming Parade. 1. E. Hrinyo, P. Henry, and M. Corcoran are participating in initation ceremonies. 2. Mrs. DePeugh, the F.E.A. sponsor, has helped the club become a success. 3. The officers of the F.E.A.: Mrs. DePeugh, sponsor, E. Hrinyo, P. Henry, P. Burgan, C. Biedron, M. Corcoran. 4. 1st row: L. Howard, P. Piper, A. Dado, E. Hrinyo, P. Henry, P. Burgan, 2nd row: A. Duray, ). Zrnchik, L. Gajewski, D. Demkovich, P. Danilides, L. Novakovich, 3rd row: C. Biedron, V. Otic, S. Letellier, D. Helmick, j. Rooke, J. Winebrenner, T. Simich, 5th row: S. Gren-chik, J. Maddox, B. Mann, S. Csonka, M. Corcoran, R. Kantowski, M. Harangody. 5. F.E.A. members sponsored a bake sale for their project. 48 1.). Singel, L. Gazda, V. Gigac, J. Borgetti, were representatives to Hoo-sier Boys' and Girls' State. 2. V. Gigac reigned as Miss Calumet Region. Here she proudly gleams over her honor. 3. I. Jambik and P. Kozlowski both spent two weeks at I.U. to learn about newspaper journalism. 4. T. Slack attended Indiana High School Journalism Institute at I.U. over the summer to learn how to produce a yearbook. Students Attend Workshops Summer may mean the sun and the beach to some people, but to others it is a time to further their education at summer workshops. This past summer, two girls and two boys were chosen to represent Whiting at Indiana State University for Girls and Boys State. They learned more about our government and formed their own cities and states. Editor Track Slack of the REFLECTOR, Editor Patty Kozlowski for the TATTLER, and Exchange Editor lllona Jambik attended Indiana University learning about the basic skills of preparing a newspaper and yearbook. Vanessa Gigac was crowned Junior Miss of the Calumet Region. She then went downstate to compete in another pagent; unfortunately, she lost, but for Whiting she is a winner. Maybe next year you can be a summer celebrity. HICH ACADEMICS ART ENCOURAGES IMAGINATIONS TO RUN WILD The art classes at Whiting High are designed to give students the opportunity to express their creative talents freely and discover talents they own which they didn't even know existed. Mrs. Demkovich, the art teacher, carefully plans methods through which the students can use their imaginations to the fullest. Somewhere through the many weeks of sketching figures, painting portraits, working with clay, hooking rugs, and doing special projects, do studertts find their favorite form of artwork which appeals to their taste. 1. Eduarda Trevino uses the lake front at Whiting Park as a subject for her sketchbook. 2. Brenda Wright proudly displays her artwork on the art room's cabinet doors. 3. Nancy Pivovarnik, a senior, works diligently on her hooked rug. 4. Advanced art students work together on their assignments. 5. A giant God's eye made by art students is displayed in the art room. Top Ten Seniors Lead Their Class The ten most intelligent Seniors of the 1977 graduating class have been chosen. They are the students which lead their class in academic work with the highest grade averages of the entire Senior class. These te outstanding students will receive Scholarship W's for their excellent schoolwork, and maybe even win scholarships to various colleges and universities. 1. John Singel 2. Stephen Wajvoda 3. Gloria Gormley 4. James Borgetti 5. Janet Michalak 6. Gary Weiand 7. Mario Ulloa 8. Tina Simich 9. Lorraine Gazda 10. Jerry Brimer NEW CLASSES ADD VARIETY TO CURRICULUM This year, two new classes have been added to Whiting High’s curriculum out of popular demand. These two new courses are Advanced Speech and Ceramics. Many students enjoyed speechwork so much that Mrs. DePeugh, the Sophomore English teacher, planned and designed an Advanced Speech course. In this class, students advance to more difficult speechwork. This course is a challenge that many students have undergone. The Art teacher, Mrs. Demkovich, started a special class in Ceramics because many students had developed an interest in this time consuming hobby which could not be fully covered in a few weeks. In this class, students learn to sculpture, bake, and paint useful pottery. 1. J.P. Pollins molds a worthless lump of clay into a useful object. 2. Students in the advanced speech class look over their newly arrived scripts. 3. Ceramics' students use their hands and their imaginations to sculpture new masterpieces. 4. Bernie Molson and Nancy Augustyn help their friend, Brian Haskins apply makeup for his pantomimed speech. FITNESS + FUN = PHYS. ED 1. Freshman girls participate in a basketball game. 2. Donna Adams works feverishly to return the volleyball serve. 3. Cheryl Koleszarik helps steady her friend, Paula Dado, on the balance beam. 4. Two Freshmen girls practice on improving their basketball skills. 54 High school students at Whiting are required to have a year and a half of physical education. During this class, students learn the basic rules and regulations of various sports such as swimming, volleyball, basketball, and kick-ball. Throughout the year, good sportsmanship and teamwork are strictly emphasized by the instructors. While participating in this gym program, a combination of coordination, physical fitness, and fun is acquired by all students. PUZZLING EXPERIMENTS CAUSE AWE AND Whiting High science students know by now that science is a course in which you have to learn by doing. You can't just take a newly learned concept and be able to fully understand it. Only through carefully experimenting, dissecting, reading, and studying, can students learn to apply scientific concepts to everyday life. 1. A class of Advanced Chemistry students listen attentively to Mrs. Gergel, their teacher. 2. Steven Grenchik examines plant cells under a microscope. 3. Two Advanced Chemistry students perform an experiment. 56 AMAZEMENT IN SCIENCE 4. Biology students, Danny Wajvoda and Danni McKinney examine the bone structure of a human skeleton. 5. Two first year chemistry students set up their equipment for an experiment. 6. Chris Smolen works out a difficult physics equation under the guidance of his teacher Mr. John Sorota. 7. Two chemistry students perform an experiment for the rest of their class. MAN'S PAST PROGRESS VIEWED 1. Nancy Hruskocy concentrates on reading her history lesson. 2. Three Sophomore World History students trace the route from the United States to South America on a map of the world. 3. The Economics teacher, Mr. Paul Laub, answers a question raised by one of his students, Steve Koleszarek. 4. Two American History students explain their poster to the rest of their class. The objective of the History Department is expressed in one word—citizenship. By being required to complete four years of various courses concerning history, Whiting students have the opportunity to obtain an appreciation for the heritage, goals, and duties shared by all Americans. As well as learning American history, students learn facts about other countries that took part in the formation of the United States. History is, no doubt, an important subject at Whiting High School. IN HISTORY CLASSES 5. Two Senior government students demonstrate how to vote. 6. Scott Allen and Janet Zrnchik chat before class begins. 7. Karen Michels, a Civics student, reveals her choice for the position of president. 8. American history students hold a mock debate and election just like the real one. 59 MUSIC CLASSES MAKE THEIR OWN KIND OF MUSIC 1. Engrossed band members practice their parts under the direction of Mr. D. Cow. 2. Two Freshmen music students fill in notes on a staff. 3. A duet rehearses thier number for the annual spring concert. 60 Music, a fine arts course, offers instruction for those interested in either the vocal or instrumental line. Vocalists spend their time practicing together for various concerts and school programs. Instrumentalists also spend long hours polishing their numbers for many different concerts and contests. Constant practice is the key to a fine spring concert here at Whiting. 4. The entire chorus class harmonizes together. 5. Two band members put the finishing touches on their duet numbers. 6. Daria Dem-kovich seeks aid from her teacher, Mr. David Cow. 61 VARIED TEACHING METHODS (MANY OEl'TrCHUSI) 4UFVU. s- 1. A junior English class listens attentively as Mr. Kompier explains to them how to do their homework. 2. Al Atherton is engrossed in reading the book, Macbeth. 3. Jerry Snyder recites aloud a portion of his speechwork. 4. Sophomore students listen carefully to Mrs. DePeugh to find out their next assignment. 5. Two Freshman English students point out the parts of a sentence to the rest of the class. MAKE ENGLISH APPEALING The English Department staffs concerned teachers who try to make the four year English course as appealing as possible to Whiting High students. The Freshman English course consists of half a year of grammar in which Freshmen review basic English concepts, and half a year of literature whereby students read and discuss stories, poems, and plays in literature. During the Sophomore year, students take on the challenge of speech-work for one semester, while the second semester of Sophomore English consists of learning basic grammar. The Junior and Senior English courses concentrate on learning and understanding notorious pieces of literature, while also learning basic grammatical concepts. 6. Nancy Pivovarnik helps her friend Laura Dooley with some complicated English concepts. 7. Cindy Biedron quickly, yet quietly, does her English assignment. 8. Sam Abner reads his English lesson for the day. 9. Senior English students look a bit puzzled as they try to figure out some complicated sentence patterns. ALL AGREE MATH IS QUEEN Unclear, squirmy numbers and equations which crowd the pages of mathbooks and puzzle the minds of many students soon become understandable keys which unlock the doors to knowledge under the guidance of the math teachers at Whiting High. The teachers have made mathematics less complicated and more fun by new and different teaching methods which hold the students' interests. 1. )im Borgetti programs a calculator to solve his complicated math problem. 2. Freshmen Algebra students work out equations on the chalkboard. 3. Senior math students, Ray Kantowski and Barb O'Drobinak put their heads together to work out a difficult equation. OF THE SCIENCES 4. Patti Kozlowski easily proves that she has no trouble with advanced algebra. 5. Roseann Dudzik, a Business Math student, seeks advice from her teacher, Mr. Thomas Faulkner. 6. Tim Dixon ques-tioningly examines a geometric figure. 7. Mr. Jesse Allen, the Advanced Algebra teacher, looks over one of his student's work. 65 STUDENTS TACKLE 1. Joel Torrez, a new student from Mexico, explains his country's flag and heritage to a group of interested Spanish students. 2. Mr. Taylor, Whiting High's Spanish teacher, discusses the Spanish lesson for the day. 3. German student, Richard Johnson, illustrates a complicated German sentence on the chalkboard. 4. Third year Spanish students talk among themselves before the bell rings to begin class. 66 FOREIGN LANGUAGES Spanish students are offered a four year course here at Whiting, though only 2 years are required for college preparation. Mr. Taylor, the Spanish teacher, uses the language lab, Spanish films, song records, and his own style of teaching to teach his students the fundamentals of Spanish. Mr. Ulrich, the German instructor, has a second year German class consisting of sophomores who are busily trying to learn the complicated but interesting German language. 5. Pal thorn and Ray Hapak go over their German homework together. 6. Amy Facklam and Chris Baxley figure out the Spanish version of the day's weather and date. 7. First year Spanish students use the language lab to watch a movie. STUDENTS LEARN TO RUN HOUSEHOLDS 1. Three junior chefs learn to make a pumpkin pie. 2. lohnanna Matelski sews the finishing touches on her new jeans, i. Pam Piper proudly models her homemade blouse. 4. Tim Summey whips up something delicious. When the new school year begins, many novices in the Home Economics courses experience burned fingers in cooking, and in sewing, wrongly pinned patterns and crooked hems are common mistakes. However, as the year progresses and these students become experienced, they learn to plan and cook full gourmet meals from the main dish to the dessert, while the seamstresses in the sewing classes can match the craziest plaids and can sew complete outfits and prom gowns with ease. The accomplishments make the Home Ec students feel proud of their progress and improvement throughout the school year. INDUSTRIAL ARTS PREPARE STUDENTS FOR TRADES 1. Jamie Ciers uses one of the machines in Machine Shop to complete his project. 2. Three seniors work diligently on their Woodshop project. 3. Young draftsmen concentrate on their assignment. 4. Eddie Obion and John Strabavy put their heads together to finish their drawing. 5. Tom Osterman builds a motor piece by piece . The Industrial Arts Department provides students with technical training in the fields of Printing, Woodworking, Mechanical Drawing, and Power Mechanics. The basic fundamentals for various trades are learned in these classes so students, upon finishing high school, will be able to find good jobs. 69 CARRIAGES FLY AND BELLS RING 1. Engrossed typing students get ready for a typing drill that will test their time and ability. 2. Two shorthand students chat before the bell rings to begin class. 3. Mr. Faulkner, the shorthand teacher, helps one of his students with her assignment. 4. )im O'Drobinak, a senior, practices his typing skills. 70 IN BUSINESS WING Business students work very hard to cultivate the necessary skills they'll need for future jobs. The business wing at Whiting is always humming with the sounds of typewriter carriages ringing at the end of an old line, the crumbling of an incorrectly done shorthand assignment, and many other noises that are the signs of busy students desperately trying to learn new skills that will help them later in their pursuit of a job. 5. Liz Ubik is tested by her teacher, Mr. Turner on how accurately she can take dictation. 6. Diane Mika writes a paragraph in shorthand on the blackboard. 7. Two business students demonstrate for their class by the use of posters how to balance a checkbook. 71 PEOPLE ADMINISTRATION To see that the students of Whiting High School receive the finest educational opportunities is the main concern of the Whiting Board of Education. Along with providing proper educational opportunities for the students, it is the job of the school board to see that the school is adequately equipped. The board, elected for three-year terms by the Whiting City Council, meets once a month to discuss the problems which arise in the management of the school. Governor Otis Bowen, Governor of Indiana, was the main speaker at the graduation exercises of the Class of 1976. Pictured from left to right, Mr. Vincent Daniels, Mr. Kountoures, Governor Bowen, Mrs. Bowen, and Mr. Fowdy Mr. William W. Ciesar School Board of Education President Mr. Thomas M. Zubeck School Board of Education Vice-President Mr. John J. Jaros, Jr. School Board of Education Secretary 73 Mr. Stephen B. Fowdy Superintendent of Schools ADMINISTRATION Mrs. Patricia Kantowski Secretary 74 Mrs. Dorothy Shaner Secretary Mrs. Marie Dado Secretary The superintendent of Whiting City Schools, Mr. Stephen B. Fowdy, was appointed superintendent on July 1, 1968. Previous to that he taught at Whiting High for 21 years where he taught civics, history, and government. He attended the University of Michigan and Indiana University where he received his MA degree. It is the superintendent's responsibility to administer the policies that are approved by the Board of Education. Mr. Fowdy also has the job of recommending repairs for the school, appointing teachers, seeing to the needs of the school and all changes in curriculum. Mr. |osepb Demay Business Manager Mrs. Irene Banik, Secretary Mrs. Eleanore Mustafa, Secretary Mr. Vincent Daniels, Assistant Principal He attended Indiana University and has been principal for 8 years, but it only seems like yesterday when he opened the doors to Whiting High. He looks out for us and tries to show us the best way. He is our first stepping stone in life, yet we know there will be many others. We would like to believe that he will stand out among the rest. He listens when we talk. He is Mr. John Koun-toures! Assisting Mr. Kountoures is Mr. Vincent Daniels who has been our assistant principal for two years. A graduate of Indiana University with a MS degree, Mr. Daniels also is the counselor for the 7th and 8th grades. II Mr. John Kountoures, Principal TEACHERS RESPOND TO NUMEROUS MR. DON ADKINS, Civics, Government, Consumer Ed., Senior Class Sponsor, 8th grade Basketball, 6 years at Whiting, MS, Purdue University MR. |.B. ALLEN, Geometry, Algebra II, Math IV, Practical Math, 28 years at Whiting, MS, University of Illinois MISS JEAN BENKO, Girls' P.E., 7-8 grade health. Coach volleyball and track. Cheerleading sponsor. Girls' sports coordinator, 2 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana State University MR. DANIEL BOYLE, English ISG, 7th grade MR. NICHOLAS CRNKOVICH, World History. MRS. ROSEMARY DEMKOVICH, Art I, Art II, English, English IG, TATTLER, 4 years at Whit- Football Coach, 5 years at Whiting, MS, Purdue Ceramics. 7th grade art. Art Club. 11 years at ing, BA, St. Joseph's Calumet College University Whiting, BAE, Art Institute of Chicago 76 QUESTIONS AND PLEAS OF STUDENTS MRS. JANE DePEUGH, English IISL, Enlgish IIG, Advanced Speech, Future Educators of America, 18 years at Whiting, BA, Indiana State University MR. THOMAS M. FAULKNER. Typing I, Shorthand I, General Business, Business Math, 26 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana University MRS. VIRGINIA GERGEL, Chemistry, Advanced Chemistry, Science 8th grade, 13 years at Whiting, BS, Purdue University MR. DAVID GOW, Marching Band, 7-8 grade band. Beginning band-4-5-6th grades, lunior Class Sponsor, Band Director, 8 years at Whiting, MS, Valparaiso University MR. NORMAN E. HALL, Machine Shop. Mechanical Drawing, Industrial Arts, 27 years at Whiting. MS, Chicago State MRS. MARY HANIS, English-8th and 9th grades. Sophomore Class Sponsor, 13 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana University 77 TEACHERS DEVOTE MANY HOURS MISS ROSE ANN JAKUBOWICZ, Music Appreciation, Chorus, General Music, 4 years at Whiting, MM, Roosevelt University MR. ALEXANDER KOMPIER, English Ill-Lit., English III Grammar, English III Basic, 20 years at Whiting, MA, Indiana University MRS. ARLENE KUBACKI, School Nurse, RN, St. Catherine Hospital School of Nursing and Indiana University MR. LEO LASPAS, English and Reading, 7th-8th grade sponsor, Photography Club, 4th year at Whiting, BA, Purdue University MR. PAUL LAUB, Algebra, Basic Math, Economics, Freshman Class Sponsor, Booster Club, Girls' Basketball Coach, Golf Coach, 5 years at Whiting, MS, Purdue University MR. GARY MEYER, U.S. History, Current Problems, Varsity Basketball Coach, Cross Country Coach, 1st year at Whiting, MS, Purdue University 78 TO EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES N MR. MICHAEL E. MIHALO, 7th and 8th Grade History, U.S. History, Yearbook Advisor, 23 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana University MR. KEVIN OLIVER, Attendance Office, 7th grade basketball coach. Boys' Track Coach, 2 years at Whtiing, BS, Northern Illinois University MR. VINCENT J. OLIVER, Guidance Director, National Honor Society Sponsor, 17 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana State University MR. EDWARD PAWLUS, 7th and 8th grade Math, 26 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana State University MR. jOSEPH POROPAT, Print Shop, Careers, Power Mechanics, Shop Math, 8 years at Whiting, MA, Indiana University MR. BILL REBEY, Industrial Arts 8th grade, Woods I, Woods II, Drafting I, Mat Maids sponsor, W Club sponsor. Industrial Arts Club sponsor, 11 years at Whiting, MS, Purdue University 79 STRONG FACULTY CONSIST OF VARIED MISS BEVERLY SHELDON, Librarian, Girls' Oub, 8 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana State University MR. |OHN SOROTA, 7th and 8th grade MR. VON STOFFER, Physical Science, Biology, science. Physics, General Math, Physics Club 24 years at Whiting, MS, Ball State University Sponsor, 12 years at Whiting, MS, Purdue University MR. JEROME A. SURDY, Advanced Phys. Ed, 8th grade Phys. Ed-Health, Health, Freshman Football coach. Asst. Wrestling Coach, 6 years at Whiting, BA, Indiana State University MR. JACK TAYLOR. Spanish I, II. Ill, Spanish Oub Sponsor, 30 years at Whiting, MA, University of Michigan MR. ARNOLD TURNER, Typing I and II, Business Letter Writing, Accounting, Shorthand II, 27 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana University 80 BACKGROUNDS AND TRAINING MR. JAMES C. ULRICH, German II, Rhetoric, Practical Senior English, English Literature, English IL, German Club Sponsor, 22 years at Whiting, MA, Indiana University MRS. MARIAN WAGNER, Clothing, Foods, 8th grade Home Economics, 27 years at Whiting, MS, Indiana University MR. RAYMOND ZUBECK, Physical Education, Social Studies, Athletic Director, 16 years at Whjting, MS, Indiana State University Seniors ALBERT R. ATHERTON, JR.-Football 1234, Industrial Arts Club 34, Boys Track 123, W Club 1234, Wrestling 123 DEBRA ANN BENKO-Class Officer 3, Booster Club 1234, Cheerleader 1234, German Club 1234, G.A.A. 1234, Girls Club 1234, Monitor 2, NHS 34, Physics Club 4, Student Council 234, Teacher Aide 4, Girls Track 1234, W Club 34, Ideal Senior: Nicest Hair CYNTHIA D. BIEDRON—Chorus 1, F.T.A. 234, German Club 1234, Girls Club 1234, REFLECTOR 3, Teacher Aide 4, Student Council Alternate 14 JAMES A. BORGETTI—Art Club 234, Class Officer 3, NHS 34, Scholarship W 234, Spanish Club 123, Top Ten 1234, Hoosier State Representative 3 JERRY BRIMER-Art Club 2, Class Officer 2, Physics Club 4, Spanish Club 234, Student Council 1, Top Ten 4 TERRY LYNN BRIMER-Art Club 3, Class Officer 12, Physics Club 4, Spanish Club 1234, Top Ten 1234, Ideal Senior: Happiest « 82 PENNY LYNNE BURGAN-Concession Helper 123, Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 1234, Pep Band 123, F.T.A. 234, G.A.A. 1, Girls Club 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Teacher Aide 4 ROBERT H. COMBS—Football 1, Industrial Arts Club 4 MARIE ELIZABETH CORCORAN-Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 1234, F.T.A. 234, Girls Club 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Teacher Aide 4 ANDREA MARIE DADO-Concert Band 1234, Pep Band 1, Booster Club 1, F.T.A. 234, G.A.A. 12, Girls Club 1234, Oilerettes 234, REFLECTOR 34, Spanish Club 123, Teacher Aide 34 JEFFERY W. DAVENPORT-Baseball 1, Basketball 12, Football 34, Golf 23, Industrial Arts Club 3, REFLECTOR 3, W Club 34 ARIEL A. DIAZ—Art Club 12, Industrial Arts Club 1, Stage Crew 1, Wrestling 1, Spanish Club .12 83 SIMON M. DOMINGUEZ—Wrestling 1 LAURA FAYE DOOLEY-Art Club 34, Booster Club 4, G.A.A. 34, Girls Club 234, Mat Maid 4, Girls Track 4 MARK S. DUGAN-F.T.A. 4, Golf 1, Spanish Club 1, Student Council 124 ANITA MARIE DURAY-Art Club 4, Chorus 123, F.T.A. 34, Girls Club 123, Librarian's Assistant 1, Girls Club Officer 3 DAVID M. DYBEL—Art Club 3, Industrial Arts Club 4 HELEN RENEE EARL-Art Club 4, Booster Club 1234, Chorus 1, G.A.A. 12, Spanish Club 124, Teacher Aide 24, Girls Track 24, W Club 234, Volleyball 2, Ideal Senior: Wittiest 4 84 T LUPE FLORES-Art Club 2, Monitor 1, Wrestling 1, Industrial Arts Club 1 LORRAINE GAZDA—Class Officer 234, Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 1234, Pep Band 1234, Girls Basketball 1234, Booster Club 1234, G.A.A. 123, Girls Club 1234, Homecoming Queen 4, Mat Maid 234, NHS 34, Physics Club 4, Sectional Sweetheart 1, Spanish Club 1234, Girls Track 1234, W Club 1234, Top Ten 1234, Volleyball 34, Ideal Senior: Best Personality VANESSA GIGAC—Class Officer 1, Girls Basketball 234, Booster Club 1234, Cheerleader 134, Chorus 2, F.T.A. 2, German Club 1234, G.A.A. 1234, Girls Club 1234, Homecoming Attendant 1, NHS 34, Oilerettes 2, Physics Club 4, Student Council 4, Thespians 2, Girls Track 1234, W Club 234, Top Ten 234, Hoosier State Rep. 3, Ideal Senior: Nicest Smile GLORIA LYNN GORMLEY- Concert Band 123, Marching Band 123, Pep Band 123, Homecoming Attendant 4, Physics Club 4, REFLECTOR 3, Scholarship W 3, Sectional Sweetheart 2, Top Ten 1234, Ideal Senior: Most Likely To Succeed DEANNA LYNN GYURE-Art Club 4, Concert Band 123, Marching Band 12, Pep Band 12, Booster Club 1234, G.A.A. 123, Girls Club 1234, Homecoming Attendant 2, Mat Maid 4, Oilerettes 23, Spanish Club 12, Teacher Aide 34, Ideal Senior: Cutest Couple DOREEN PATRICE HELMLICK-Chorus 123, F.T.A. 14 85 SCOTT EDWARD HRABOVSKY-Art Club 1234, Class Officer 3, Baseball 34, Basketball 12, Spanish Club 123, Sports Manager 23 NANCY BETH HRUSKOCY-Art Club 4, Bat Girl 34, Booster Club 12, G.A.A. 12, Chorus 2, Girls Club 1234, Mat Maid 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Student Council 4, TATTLER 4, Teacher Aide 34, Volleyball 2, Ideal Senior: Most School Spirited ROBERT MICHAEL |ACOBS-Golf 2, Industrial Arts Club 4, REFLECTOR 34, Ideal Senior: Nicest Smile JOHN V. JANSKY-Spanish Club 12 RAYMOND WILLIAM JANSKY-Football 4, Industrial Arts Club 23, Spanish Club 123, Stage Crew 12 DAVE JONES-Art Club 123, Chorus 23, Football 234, Spanish Club 23, Student Council 3, Thespians 12, W Club 34, Wrestling 23, Ideal Senior: Most Talented « 86 RAYMOND M. KANTOWSKI—Art Club 1234, Baseball 1234, Basketball 1234, Football 1234, F.T.A. 4, Spanish Club 12, W Club 234, Ideal Senior: Most Athletic MICHAEL J. KEITH—Chorus 123, Football 124, Industrial Arts Club 34, Stage Crew 12, W Club 4 SUSAN KEOWN-Chorus 2, Girls Club 1, Scholarship W 1, Spanish Club 3, Ideal Senior: Quietest |OHN STEVEN KOLESZARIK—Art Club 12, Booster Club 4, Cross Country 3, Football 1, Monitor 4, NHS 34, Spanish Club 1234, Wrestling 123, Top Ten 34 CHARLIE LYNN LAWSON-Art Club 24, Booster Club 4, Industrial Arts Club 4, Monitor 4, Stage Crew 1, Ideal Senior: Nicest Eyes LOUISE L. LEPACEK-Booster Club 12, Chorus 34, F.T.A. 23, G.A.A. 1, Girls Club 1234, Monitor 234, Spanish Club 123 87- LORETTA LOVASKO-Art Club 1234, Concession Helper 1, Chorus 1234, Girls Club 1234, Thespians 12 IANET L. MICHALAK-Art Club 4, Booster Club 1234, Cheerleader 123, Chorus 12, Girls Club 1234, Spanish Club 124, Student Council 4, Teacher Aide 4, Thespians 2, Top Ten 1234 BARBARA |0 NOVAK-Art Club 234, Booster Club 234, G.A.A. 2, Girls Club 1234, Mat Maid 234, Spanish Club 1234, Student Council 1 BARBARA ANN O'DROBINAK—Art Club 234, Girls Basketball 1234, Booster Club 1234, Chorus 2, G.A.A. 12, Girls Club 1234, Librarians Assistant 2, Mat Maid 234, Monitor 2, Oilerettes 34, Spanish Club 1234, Girls Track 123, Girls Track M.V.P. 3, W Club 34, Ideal Senior: Funniest Laugh JAMES M. O'DROBIANK—Art Club 234, Class Officer 4, Baseball 1, Basketball 1, Spanish Club 12, Student Council 34, Track 234, W Club 4, Wrestling 34 THOMAS OSTERMAN —Basketball 1, Industrial Arts Club 4, Physics Club 4, Wrestling 3 « 88 CAROL ANN PILIPOVICH-Art Club 3, Booster Club 1234, G.A.A. 123, Girls Club 1234, Mat Maid 3, Monitor 4, Spanish Club 12, Teacher Aide 4, Girls Track 2, Ideal Senior: Most Talkative PAMELA FAE PIPER-Chorus 1, F.T.A. 234, Girls Club 1234, Spanish Club 1 NANCY MARIE PIVOVARNIK-Art Club 1234, Marching Band 1, Booster Club 14, Girls Club 1, Homecoming Attendant 4 MARK PLEWNIAK—Art Club 234, Baseball 1, Basketball 1, Booster Club 34, Industrial Arts Club 2, Physics Club 4, Spanish Club 1234, Tennis 1234, W Club 234, Top Ten 12, Ideal Senior: Best Personality ANETT PUHEK-Art Club 4, Booster Club 1234, Chorus 1, G.A.A. 12, Girls Club 1234, Librarian's Assistant 24, Oilerettes 23, Spanish Club 124 PAULETTE MARIE RESETAR-Art Club 4, Class Officer 1, Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 1234, Pep Band 1234, Booster Club 34, G.A.A. 12, Girls Club 1234, Mat Maid 234, Monitor 4, Teacher Aide 12, Girls Track 2, Volleyball 2, Ideal Senior: Best Dressed 89 PHILIP ROE-Basketball 1234, Cross Country 34, Industrial Arts Club 4, Track 1234, W Club 234 RONALD MICHAEL ROGINA—Art Club 1234, Class Officer 4, Booster Club 4, Industrial Arts Club 4, TATTLER 4, Ideal Senior: Most Talkative ATHENA SARVANIDIS—Bat Girl 34, Booster Club 4, G.A.A. 2, Girls Club 12, Homecoming Attendant 3, Mat Maid 4, Oilerettes 3, Spanish Club 12, Student Council 1, Teacher Aide 4, Ideal Senior: Friendliest GEORGE ALLAN SEMANCIK- Football 1234, Baseball 1, Industrial Arts Club 234, Track 3, Wrestling 2, Ideal Senior: Funniest Laugh KATHLEEN SIMANTS—Art Club 4, Booster Club 1234, G.A.A. 12, Girls Club 1234, Librarian's Assistant 2, Ideal Senior: Happiest TINA MARIE SIMICH-Art Club 1234, Booster Club 124, Chorus 1234, F.T.A-A G.A.A. 1, Girls Club 1234, Mat Maid 4, Monitor 24, Teacher Aide 4, Girls Track 4, Top Ten 4 90 JOHN PATRICK SINGEL—Art Club 3, Baseball 1234, Booster Club 4, Football 1234, Industrial Arts Club 234, NHS 34, Physics Club 4, Scholarship W 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Student Council 24 W Club 34, Wrestling 1234, Top Ten 1234, Ideal Senior: Most Likely to Succeed, Valedictorian DESPENA SKAVDIS—Art Club 4, German Club 1234, Chorus 1 CHRISTOPHER ALLEN SMOLEN-Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 1234, Pep Band 1234, Booster Club 4, Spanish Club 1234, Tennis 34, W Club 34 LUCY SOTELLO-Art Club 14, Booster Club 1234, Cheerleader 23, G.A.A. 12, Girls Club 123, Librarian's Assistant 2, Mat Maid 4, Spanish Club 1234, Ideal Senior: Nicest Eyes SCOTT SOUTH-Basketball 1, German Club 12, Industrial Arts Club 3, Spanish Club 34, Sports Manager 34, Tennis 134, W Club 4 JESSIE McCELLAN SPENCER, JR.-Art Club 4, Basketball 13, Chorus 123, Football 1, Ideal Senior: Friendliest 91 STEVEN M. TAYLOR-Art Club 12, Football 4, Industrial Arts Club 4, Spanish Club 12, W Club 234, Wrestling 1234, Ideal Senior: Cutest Couple ELIZABETH ANN UBIK-Class Officer 1, Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 1234, Pep Band 1234, Basketball 34, Booster Club 123, C.A.A. 12, Girls Club 1234, Librarian's Assistant 4, Spanish Club 12, Student Council 4, Track 123, W Club 234, Volleyball 234, Stat Girl 34, MVP Volleyball 3, Ideal Senior: Most Athletic MARIO ULLOA-Art Club 34, Class Officer 4, Concert Band 1234, Marching Band 123, Pep Band 123, Baseball 1, Booster Club 34, Football 1234, Industrial Arts Club 34, Physics Club 4, Spanish Club 234, Student Council 234, W Club 34, Wrestling 234, Top Ten 34, Ideal Senior: Wittiest STEVE ALAN WAJVODA-Baseball 234, Industrial Arts Club 234, NHS 34, Scholarship W 1234, Spanish Club 1234, W Club 4, Top Ten 1234, Salutatorian, Ideal Senior: Quietest GARY LEO WEIAND-Art Club 1234, Class Officer 2, Booster Club 4, NHS 34, Scholarship W 2, Spanish Club 124, Student Council 1, Teacher Aide 34, Top Ten 124, Hoosier State Alternate 3, Ideal Senior: Best Dressed CLARENCE W. WESTERFIELD-Baseball 2, Basketball 1234, Booster Club 24, Football 1234, Industrial Arts Club 24, Spanish Club 123, W Club 234, Ideal Senior: Most Schooj Spirited 92 JENNIFER WINEBRENNER-Booster Club 4, Chorus 34, F.T.A. 4, Spanish Club 2, TATTLER 4 VIRGINIA CATHERINE YOUNG-Art Club 234, Booster Club 34, Girls Club 234, Mat Maid 234, Spanish Club 234, Track 4, Ideal Senior: Most Talented JANET LYNN ZRNCHIK -Art Club 24, Booster Club 24, F.T.A. 234, G.A.A. 1, Girls Club 1234, Mat Maid 4, Student Council 1, Teacher Aide 4 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Vice Pres. Jim O'Drobinak, President Lorri Gazda, Secretary Ron Rogina, Treasurer Mario Ulloa JOHN SINGEL-Valedictorian STEVE WAJVODA-Salutatorian 93 Sam Abner Joe Acheson Danny Alaniz Scott Allen Dave Artibey Nancy Augustyn Joy Bachusz Margaret Bailey Eva Balogh Leroy Borders Ed Boyle Mary Beth Buranosky Kathy Burkhalter Sherry Butler Jamie Ciers Robert Clarida John Curosh Bob Daly Pat Danielides Richard Davidson Daria Demkovich Doris Demkovich Rosanne Dudzik Margaret Dunn John Gazda Charles Grdina Greg Grigoridis Steve Grenchik Denise Hadders Mark Harangody Donna Harris Bryan Haskins Lori Helmick Pat Henry Mary Hlavaty Elaine Hrinyo Debbie Jacobson lllona Jambik Sarah Johnson Theresa Jones Barb Kapitan Eugene Kasper Jay Klacik James Kontrik Patricia Kozlowski Marty Kristek JUNIORS ARE PREPARING 94 TO SAY GOODBYE NOT PICTURED Crystal Brown Kim Edwards Celzo Conzolez Mike Hatczel Keith Howard Dave Koleszarik Ivo Kovacich Lorie Kuenzi Don Kuzma Sue Ruzbasan Tim Summey Bill Whitten Gayle Kubacki Kathy Kucka Maryann Lingvay Steven Linko Arlene Macak Jim Maddox Billy Mann Michele McCandless Jim McFadden Jim McGowan Byron McIntosh Sue McNinch Rico Mendilut Diane Mika Bernadette Molson Joe Moskalick Jeff Noble Lillian Novakovich Rose Pavlina Tom Perz Dan Polak John Pollins Paul Progar Jerry Reeves Marisol Rodriguez Al Rokosz Miriam Ruman Helen Sarvanidis Peggy Semancik Edith Skaggs Tracy Slack Diana Smith Donna Smith John Sopo Greg Spencer Beverly Stapleton Della Stolman Jeff Surdy Lois Svitko Angelina Unate Joe Vajda Don Wargo Diane Williamson Brenda Wright Joe Zahorsky Mary Anne Zavesky 95 SOPHOMORES PREPARE TO TAKE Mike Adams |im Adkison Vickie Alaniz Mary Atherton Mike Bailey Richard Bailey Helen Bobby Debbie Bercik Stecy Bishop Frances Blastick Jerry Boatwright Don Broderick Carrie Brown Tammy Clarida Paul Curosh Tim Dixon Jim Flenner Connie Flores Lisa Cabrish Laura Gajewski John Gigac Sue Golubic Tom Goodall Marie Gormley Cathy Gresko Ray Hapak Peggy Haviley Linda Howard Carole Hruskocy Mary Jambik Bill Jansky Richard Johnson Dana Jones Rosie Kasper Ed Kristek Richard Krizo Kerry Kubacki Ken Lawson Susan Letellier Linda Maddox Toni Massey Johnanna Matelski Danielle McKinney Dawn Murray Mark Murzyn Natalie Nastav 96 ON NEW RESPONSIBILITIES Ron Seman Sophomore Class Officers: Treasurer, Ray Hapak; President, Ken Lawson; Sec- lerry Snyder retary. Sissy Blastick, Vice President, Carole Hruskocy |im Young Mike Young janice Niemiec jeanine Niemiec Candy Noble Sherry O'Connor Mark Osterman Vera Otic Mary Lou Piatek Mai Piper Pam Plemons Rhonda Plemons Theresa Plemons Jackie Polak Rich Preneta Harold Rodgers Jackie Rooke Marina Sabol Oawne Scher Mary Singel Julie Stahura Michele Svitko Monica Swingle Billy Taylor Patricia Thorn Rich Tinsley David Tobias Eduarda Trevino Angelique Vanek Eileen Vasilovik Susan Vavrek Dan Wajvoda Jeff Whitlock Frank Winebrenner Marion Young Joe Zrnchik 97 FRESHMEN PREPARE TO Terry Adams Mark Bachusz Chris Baxley Bill Boyle John Buranosky Jerry Burden Barb Ciers Cathy Cornelius Lori Csonka Paula Dado Demetria Danilides Garrett Davenport Sandor Demkovich Amy Facklam Michael Filipek Paula Fortener Lisa Freeman Lisa Fritz Scott Furto Greg Gazda Diego Gonzales Chris Grigoriadis Angela Griede Sue Gurekovich Dave Hadders Danny Harris Russell Hicks Janette Jefchak Roxann Kantowski Jim Kapitan Tony Keown Freshman Class Officers: Secretary, Deda Stapleton; Treasurer, De metria Danilides; Vice Pres. Janet Klacik; President, Donna Perrine 98 START FROM THE BEGINNING janet Klacik Cheryl Koleszarik Scott Konas Debbie Lewis Mike Linko Karen Michel Eddie Obion Art Okerstrom Donna Perrine Bernard Pilarcik Debbie Piper Robert Preneta Jan Reeves Noemi Rodriguez Meda Ryan Chris Sargent Chris Slack Scott Smith Jon Smolen Deda Stapleton Suann Stasik Mary Stephens Lisa Stincic John Strabovy Joel Torres Anna Vasquez Shelly Walker Richy Whitten Edward Williamson Tommy Wright Kay Yanas Helen Zimmerman 99 JUNIOR HIGH—8th GRADE Donna Adams Todd Alexander Susie Allen Donna Bailey Joyce Bailey Sandy Balogh Eric Bishop Ellen Cain Patty Casey Doug Clements Don Demkovich Dale Dollins Hope Dominguez Kathy Hill Sondra Howard Beverly Johnson Missy Johnson Cindy Keown Richard Larson Linda Lawson Christine Linko Herman Lund Brian Mahony Lisa McNinch Vivian Mendilut Michelle Milcarek Tracy Oakley Jim Postell Natalie Postell Charles Robinson Tammy Rooke Marie Saylors Mark Saylors David Scher Jay Skaggs Debbie Slack Debbie Taylor |im Tincher Jerry Ulloa Pam Vasquez Rhonda Ward Sherri Young 100 JUNIOR HIGH—7th GRADE Eric Anderson Boyce Brown John Burosh Janet Carroll Nancy Cornelius Leo Danilides Maria Dominguez Mary Dowd William Dunn Brian Fitzpatrick Estela Flores Kevin Hansen Deborah Harris Donald Harris Lee Hicks Robert Koleszarik Robin Kuenzi William Larson Larry Lawson John Macak Kelly Mahony Cindy McKinney David Murray Gregory Noble Lisa Noble Mike Otic Cindy Page Cynthia Perrine Jill Pozzi Melena Rancich Denise Reeves Tim Reeves Janette Reyes James Rodgers George Rooke Paula Senics James Simants Linda Spencer Stephanie Stamper Cindy Summey Jack Taylor George Thorn Linda Tinsley Daniel Ulloa James Wallace Dawn Williams Greg Whitlock Tim Wright 8th grade-no picture Henry Cornelius Mike Kuzma Bernie Niceswander Peggy Nicholson John Sarris John Skavdis Tom Wallace Russell Yates 7th grade-no picture Pam Bobby John Brinnehl 101 Senior Athletes Say Goodbye To Whiting's Sports 1st row: C. Smolen, V. Gigac, B. O'Drobinak, M. Ulloa, S. South, 2nd row: J. Davenport, J. Singel, M. Plewniak, D. Jones, G. Semanchik, A. Atherton, P. Roe 103 1st row: S. Wajvoda, D. Benko, L. Ubik, L. Gazda, 2nd row: J. O'Drobinak, S. Hrabovsky, M. Keith, R. Kantowski, B. Westerfield ATHLETES HONORED AT SPORTS BANQUET The Sports Banquet was held April 3, 1976 at Vogels restaurant. The banquet was in honor of the athletes and coaches for their achievements in the field of sports. This is how the Uptown Coaches, now Whiting Adult Boosters, show their appreciation to all the students and coaches who participated in sports, who took their time and effort to make Whiting athletes something to be proud of. Virgel Carter, the Chicago Bears quarterback, was the guest speaker while Mr. Jack Taylor was the Master of Ceremonies. Trophies were given to the most valuable players and mental attitude awards were given to those who tried their hardest. 1. Mario Ulloa received his M.V.P. in wrestling last year. 2. Virgel Carter gives the parents and athletes something to think about. 3. A trophy is the supreme accolade for an athlete. 4. Debbie Jacobson receives her award for M.V.P. in basketball. Debbie Jacobson, Mario Ulloa, Liz Ubik, Barbara O'Drobinak, Mike Hruskocy, Dave Harangody, Matt Stolman, Morgan Singel, John Singel 104 ENERGETIC SUPPORT RALLIES TEAM There are 4 girls who make up the Varsity Cheerleading squad, 2 seniors and 2 juniors. The seniors are Vanessa Cigac and Debbie Benko; juniors are Helen Sarvanidis and Della Stolman. Miss Jean Benko took over the job as sponsor. The girls have been selling buttons during basketball and football seasons to raise money for new uniforms and pom-poms. New skirts, sweaters, and pompoms were added this year to their apparel. 1. Deb Benko leads the crowd in cheering. 2. Vanessa Gigac leads cheers for loyal Oiler fans. 3. Varsity cheerleaders arouse pep and school spirit. 4. Helen Sarvanidis eagerly urges the crowd to join in. 5. Della Stolman cheers our Oilers to victory. 6. Here the cheerleaders invoke school spirit. 7. The Oiler's cheerleaders are coming Down the Track 105 Cheerleaders Fire 1. M. Cormley leads the crowd in a cheer for her 2nd year. 2. V. Alaniz agrees that smiling is a must for cheerleaders. 3. C. Hruskocy encourages students to join in cheering. 4. M. McCandless poses for cameraman in her new uniform! 5. B-Squad cheerleaders try to form a pyramid. 6. The final outcome. 7. B.-Squad and varsity cheerleaders practice Good Luck cheer. 106 Oiler Fans' Spirit 1. P. Dado was chosen as a freshman cheerleader. 2. J. Klacik encounters problems with the cold wind and her long hair. 3. R. Kantowski waits patiently for the outcome of the call. 4. S. Gurekovich smiles as the touchdown is made. 5. Freshmen cheerleaders greet opposing team with a “hello. 6. Cheerleaders are always trying new things. 107 THE AGONY OF DEFEAT HURTS Coach Vrabel had a very disappointing season. Winning only two games, both to E.C. Roosevelt, Mr. Vrabel hopes to improve next year with only four seniors leaving. Mark Harangody who pitched one of the winning games and who also had the highest batting average of .294 will return to the Oiler line-up. Many of the players improved themselves by playing baseball during the summer in such leagues as American Legion and Whitings' Youth League. Phil Faught made all-conference as a designated hitter. He had a batting average of .266. Other players with high averages are )ohn Curosh with a .229, )im Maddox with a .211, and Ray Kantowski with a .203. Everyone of these players, except Phil Faught, will return to the Oiler line-up. Most valuable player was )ohn Lovasko and Jim Butler was chosen as the player with the best Mental Attitude. 1. Stat girls know how to have fun. 2. |oe Zahorsky awaits the pitch. 3. The 1976 Baseball team. 1st Row: Assistant Coach Bob Bradtke, S. Hrabovsky, J. Lovasko, |. Butler, 2nd Row: J. Singel, T. Goodall, J. Zahorsky, M. Singel, T. Summey, P. Cu-P. Faught, |. Maddox, R. Kantowski, M. Harangody. ). Acheson, S. Gren- rosh, B. Mann, R. Tinsley, manager S. South chik. Coach Ron Vrabel 4. John Singel concentrates on hitting the ball. 5. |im Maddox disgusted and ready to give up, plunges on. ( . Morgan Singel waits to make the tag at second base. 7. Our players are ready tor their turn at bat. WHS 14 Calumet 1 t Griffith 0 5 Highland 0 6 River Forest 12 Gary Andrean 7 12 Hammond Tech 5 14 E.C. Washington 0 19 Hammond Morton 0 13 Hammond Clark 0 5 Bishop Noll 1 2 E.C. Roosevelt 3 ( Benton Central 0 13 Benton Central 6 10 Hammond Gavit 0 9 Hammond High 1 14 Hammond Tech 3 22 E .C. Washington 4 13 Hammond Morton 4 7 Hammond Clark 2 ( Bishop Noll 5 4 E.C. Roosevelt 5 II Hammond Gavit 1 8 Hammond High 1 9 Gary Emerson 7 SECTIONALS 4 Hammond Gavit 0 109 GIRLS' TRACK The girls' track team, led by Miss Jean Benko, had a record of one win and six losses. It was the first time in ten years that any track team at W.H.S. has won a meet. Debbie Benko placed fourth in the Sectionals and went on to the regionals jumping 4 feet 8 inches. There were a total of twenty-five girls on the team with only one senior leaving. The Most Valuable Player award was given to Debbie Benko. 1. B. Allen begins to hurl the shot put. 2. B. O'Drobinak strains out the last yards of a tiring race. 3. Keeping close to her opponent, D. Benko tries for a win. 1976 Track Scores Lake Central Hamond Tech Whiting 79 8 49 Merrilliville Gary Wirt Whiting 79 22 50 Hammond Clark Whiting 65 40 Griffith Gary Wirt Whiting 41 21 69 Highland Merrilliville Whiting 69 47 18 E.C. Roosevelt Hammond High Whiting 28 53 51 Gavit Hammond High Whiting 63 29 43 110 1st Row: L. Gazda, J. Polak, M. Ruman, G. Kubacki, E. Hrinyo, J. Bach-usz, K. Simants. 2nd Row: L. Ubik, j. Letellier, M. Zavesky, R. Plemons, P. Danilides, H. Sarvanidis, P. Henry, L. Urbanik. 3rd Row: Miss J. Benko, coach, M. Svitko, M. Dunn, M. Atherton, V. Otic, B. Allen, T. Plemons, D. Stolman, V. Gigac, D. Benko, D. Jacobson BOYS' TRACK 1st Row: Jim O'Drobinak, George Semancik, Ray Hapak, Rico Men- 2nd Row: Al Atherton, Ed Boyle, Phil Roe, Mark Plewniak, Bob Clarida, dilut, Mario Ulloa, Al Rokosz Mr. Nick Cmkovich, coach The boys' track team, lead by coach Nick Crnkovich had a record of no wins and seven losses. Rich Schauer set a new high jump record. The Most Valuable Player award was given to Ed Boyle while the Best Mental Attitude award was given to George Semancik. 1. Mark Plewniak tries to pick up his speed in order to catch up to his opponent. 2. Jim O'Drobinak sets off the final lap of his distance run. 3. Butch Westerfield begins his jump over the bar. 1976 Boys' Track Record Gavit 65 Morton 77 Bishop Noll 88 Clark E.C. Washington 63 Hammond Tech 73 E.C. Roosevelt 31 (Duel Meet) 83 W.H.S. 13 W.H.S. 5 W.H.S. 4 W.H.S. 23 111 Mighty Oilers Prove Their Ability 1976-77 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Whiting 58 Hammond Tech 59 Whiting 66 St. Francis DeSales 64 Whiting 51 Horace Mann 76 Whiting 51 Lebanon 65 Whiting 64 Cary Wirt 73 Whiting 48 Cary Emerson 72 Whiting 75 North Newton 69 Whiting 32 South Newton 28 Whiting. 70 Wheeler 50 Whiting 64 Morton 59 Whiting 67 E.C. Roosevelt 63 Whiting 54 Bishop Noll 80 Whiting 58 Hobart 56 Whiting 64 Hammond High 62 Whiting 59 Clark 82 Whiting 68 Chicago Metropolitan 66 Whiting 56 Cavit 45 Whiting 53 River Forest 42 Whiting 61 Lowell 73 Whiting 48 E.C. Washington 58 Whiting 1. 1st row: S. South, manager, B. Daly, McFadden, P. Roe, B, West-erfield, D. Polak, J. Curosh, 2nd row: Asst. Coach, R. Vrabel, |. Vajda, R. Kantowski, |. Maddow, E. Boyle, M. Harangody, Coach C. Meyer 112 The cheers of the crowd along with the sound of the buzzer add to the excitement brought about by the basketball games at Whiting High. Under the new supervision of Coach Cary Meyer, the mighty Oilers have improved their skills and abilities. Although the team suffered because of many injuries to various players, the Oilers managed to end a fairly good season. I. Oilers make an easy 2 points. 2. J. Maddox grabs the rebound. 3. Two points for the Oilers. 4. D. Polak passes off. 5. Coaches watch the action of the game. Green And White Squad Is Victorious B-TEAM SCORES Whiting Opponent 38 Hammond Tech 41 St. Francis DeSales 33 Horace Mann 33 Lebanon 37 Cary Wirt 35 Cary Emerson 28 Wheeler 45 Morton 43 E.C. Roosevelt 34 Hammond High 28 Clark 62 Chicago Metro 37 Cavit 40 River Forest 43 Lowell 44 E.C. Washington 114 Freshmen Have Successful Season Whiting's basketball teams have provided many a thrill for fans and coaches alike because Whiting High's B-squad and Freshman basketball teams seem to always come up with something new and original. That's why the teams are known for their fighting spirit and determination and why Whiting fans are proud of their teams. Whiting 39 Griffith 35 Whiting 35 Hammond Tech 43 Whiting 32 E.C. Roosevelt 26 Whiting 32 Calumet 18 Whiting 43 River Forest 49 Whiting 44 Clark 43 Whiting 38 Lowell 33 Whiting 40 E.C. Washington 46 Whiting 63 Mich. City Marquette 18 Whiting 59 Gavit 21 Whiting 32 Hammond High 44 Whiting 43 Hanover Central 34 Whiting 36 Morton 34 Whiting 37 Bishop Noll 39 Whiting 40 Hammond High 46 Freshman Team: 1st row: M. Filipek, E. Obion, M. Bachusz, S. Furlo, 2nd row: Coach B. Klosek,). Kapilan, B. Boyle, A. Okerstrom, C. Davenport, T. Adams, manager. 1. M. Bachusz makes two points. 115 Coach Laub's Girls Improve Their Record Varsity Whiting Clark Lost Morton Lost Lake Central Lost E.C. Washington Lost Highland Lost East Gary Won Munster Lost E.C. Roosevelt Lost Clark Won Hammond Tech Won Gavit Lost Griffith Lost Bishop Noll Lost Hammond High Won E.C. Roosevelt Lost 1. Varsity basketball: Isr row, J. Polak, B. O'Drobinak, L. Ubik, R. Kasper, L. Gazda; 2nd row: D. Stolman, D. Jacobsen, M. Hlavaty, P. Ha-viley. Coach Laub. 2. Pat Henry gets ready to pass the ball to Jackie Polak. 3. Deb. Jacobsen desperately trys to keep a good grip on the ball. 4. Jackie Polak eagerly trys to outjump her opponent. 5. Coach Laub compliments and criticizes the plays of his team during a time out. 6. Peg Haviley eyes a teammate to whom she can pass the basketball. This year, Whiting High girls' B-squad and varsity basketball teams acquired a new coach, Mr. Paul Laub, The new coach found it quite a challenge to coach these girls. The girls, however, learned a great deal from Coach Laub and have improved their basketball skills incredibly. B-squad Team: 1st row, S. Stasik, C. Cornelius, S. Letellier, T. Brown, P. Haviley, S. Lovasko; 2nd row: Coach Laub, S. McNinch, N. Jefchak, S. Butler, D. Danilides, T. Plemons, P. Plemons. 2. Sue Ann Stasik guards her opponent with no mercy. 3. Sue McNinch and her opponent desperately fight for the ball. B-Squad Whiting Clark Lost Morton Lost Lake Central Lost E.C. Washington Lost Highland Lost East Cary Lost Munster Lost Hammond Tech Won Gavit Lost Griffith Lost Bishop Noll Lost Hammond High Won E.C. Roosevelt Won HOPES FOR THE FUTURE The varsity football team had a season of 4 wins and 6 losses. There will be 10 lettermen to return to the Oiler line-up. john Singel was Mr. Football this year and Mark Harangody made the All-State Jr. Varsity team. There will be 10 seniors leaving the team and underclassmen will take their place. Nick Crnkovich, the varsity coach, worked the players out after school but the defenses of otheMeams overcame ours. The most disappointing loss was to our cross-town rival, Clark. The score was 41-0. 1. Mark Harangody faces his opponent. 2. As the ball is fumbled in midair, the Oiler defense struggles to regain it. Row 1. R. Hapak, T. Summey, S. Taylor, R. jansky, J. Whitlock, M. Pipec, T. Dixon, T. Adams. Row 2. Coach N. Cmkovich, A. Atherton, B. Mann, C. Semancik, M. Hatczel, M. Ulloa, M. Adams, C. Grdina, M. Keith, J. Zahorsky. Row 3. Coach R. Klosek, D. Jones, J. Davenport, E. Boyle, J. Singel, R. Kantowski, J. Vajda, J. Curosh, M. Harangody, S. Grenchik, B. Clarida, Coach E. Fritz. 118 4. A tackle is made by Clark defenses. 5. John Curosh must think fast for opponents are closing in. 6. Oilers run for touchdown. 6 Gary Emerson WHS 12 Gary Mann 8 41 Clark 0 27 Chicago Christian 0 8 Luther South 26 14 Gary Wirt 16 12 River Forest 6 22 Chicago Senn 8 20 (O.T.) Glenwood 24 6 Culver Military 14 8 WON-4 LOST-6 119 FRESHMAN FOOTBALL TEAM UNDEFEATED The Whiting Freshman football team finished its 1976 football season undefeated. The first game of the season was against Bishop Noll ending in a tie. Their second game against Chicago Christian also ended in a tie. With three more games to play, Coach jerry Surdy had the team work out harder. The team made him a very happy man along with making the school proud of them by winning their last three games and being undefeated. WHS 8 Bishop Noll 8 6 Chicago Christian 6 6 Calumet 8 0 TFN 6 0 Glenwood Boys 28 1. Oilers get ready to make a play. 2. The offense of the Oilers can hold their own. 3. Malcom Piper walks away disgusted. 4. A tackle is made in favor of the Oilers. First Row: B. Boyle, T. Adams, R. Bailey, M. Piper, D. Gonzalez, C. Bax- Bishop, M. Bailey, J. Kapitan, H. Rodgers, M. Adams, A. Okerstron, R. ley, R. Hicks, T. Goodall, S. Furto, C. Slack, R. Tincher, j. Whitlock Hapak, P. Curosh Second Row: Coach Jerry Surdy, 1. Dixon, ). Zrnchik, R. Tinsley, S. 120 Wrestlers Welcome New Additions Won Whiting 54 Lost Whiting 21 Won Whiting 33 Lost Whiting 25 Lost Whiting 8 Tie Whiting 32 Won Whiting 36 Lost Whiting 21 Lost Whiting 15 Lost Whiting 25 Won Whiting 63 River Forest 0 Cavit 33 Hammond 32 Clark 41 Hamm. Tech. 47 Griffith 32 Morton 15 E.C. Roosevelt 39 E.C. Washington 48 Bishop Noll 39 Hanover 0 1. Freshmen wrestlers: bottom row, D. Gonzales, | Stravavy, E. Williamson, Middle row: R. Hicks, C Grigoriadis, Top row: B. Preneta, Coach Jerry Surdy. 2 Jr. Varsity, 1st row: B. Preneta, R. Hicks, P. Progar, M Adams, P. Curosh, S. Abner. 2nd row: Coach Surdy, J Whitlock, S. Linko, J. Zrnchik, T. Dixon, D. Gonzales, J Zahorsky, Coach Rebey. 121 Grapplers Show Enthusiasm 1. C. Grdina attempts an armlock on his opponent. 2. B. Mann was our most successful grappler. 3. |. Gigac attempting to add one more win. 4. Coach Rebey converses with the referee over a call. 5. S. Grenchik tries to get the points needed to get an Oiler victory. Whiting 47 VARSITY River Forest 17 Whiting 9 Gavit 48 Whiting 9 Hammond High 51 Whiting 13 Clark 44 Whiting 20 Hammond Tech 46 Whiting 13 Griffith 47 Whiting 48 Hanover 13 Whiting 17 Morton 40 Whiting 20 E.C. Washington 33 Whiting 12 E.C. Roosevelt 55 Whiting 0 Bishop Noll 57 All grapplers of Whiting High know the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat from the many wrestling meets which they participated in. With a record of 2 wins, however, the Oilers hope to improve greatly next year and feel many more thrills of victory. 1. Coach Surdy gives his grapplers a life. 2. Leroy Borders shows here extreme endurance. 3. C. Grdina finds himself putting muscle against muscle to down his opponent. 4. Wrestlers: 1st row: S. Taylor, C. Grigoriadis, R. Preneta, J. Ciers, j. O'Drobinak, L. Borders, M. Ulloa, G. Grigoriadis, 2nd row: Coach Surdy, C. Grdina, T. Summey, S. Grenchik, J. Singel, B. Mann, D. Artibey, Coach Rebey 123 VOLLEYBALL RECORD, 11-10 The varsity volleyball team won 11 and lost 10. There will only be 2 seniors leaving and 7 girls will be returning and all of the 7 girls received letters. Girls' volleyball entered its third year at Whiting High School this year. The girls sold candy in order to pay for their new uniforms. The last game of the season was against Clark and they won with scores of 15-2, 12-14, 2-15. 1. Team gets instructions. 2. Liz I Jbik struggles to return ball W.H.S. Clark Lost Gavit Lost B.N.I Lost Morton Lost Lake Central Lost Chesterton Won Munster Lost Griffith Won Merrillville Won E.C.W. Won Griffith Lost Lew Wallace Won Highland Lost Calumet Won East Gary Lost Hammond High Won Hammond Tech Won Andrean Won E.C.R. Won Clark Won Gavit Lost Row 1: Liz Ubik, Joy Bachusz, Rosie Kasper, Lori Gazda Row 2: Manager Tracy Slack, Lois Svitko, Barb Kapitan, Margaret Dunn, 124 Pat Henry, Coach J. Benko. Not Pictured: Debbie Jacobson, Della Stolman B-SQUAD VOLLEYBALL THE HOmE OF TH 1. Kerry Kubacki returns the ball. 2. Karen Michel takes her turn at serving. The B-Squad volleyball team ended with record of 13-7. There were 11 girls who made up the team, four Freshmen and seven Sophomores. All Freshmen received certificates and Sophomores were able to purchase numerals. Kerry Kubacki was the captain of the team and she took over when Miss Benko had to coach the varsity team. The most disappointing games of the season were to Clark W.H.S. Clark Lost Cavil Lost B.N.I. Lost Morton Lost Lake Central Won Chesterton Won Munster Lost Griffith Won Merrillville Won E.C.Washington Won Griffith Won Lew Wallace Won Highland Won Calumet Lost East Gary Won Hammond High Won Hammond Tech Won Andrean Won E.C. Roosevelt Won Clark Lost Left side top: Michele Svitko, Peggy Haviley, Karen Michel, Roxann Kantowski, Coach J. Benko Right side top: Mary Atherton, Jackie Polak, Marie Cormley, Janet Kla-cik; Not pictured, K. Kubacki, J. Stahura, D. Stapleton. TENNIS TEAM KEEPS RIGHT ON SWINGIN' Tennis is a very popular sport throughout the world, and Whiting is no exception. Although we have a small school enrollment, many students try out for the tennis team. The enthusiasm is unbelievable. The Most Valuable award was given to Mary Lou Pia-tek and the singles Conference Champion was our own Mary Lou Piatek. Sept. 9 Calumet WE 2 THEY 3 Sept. 10 Morton 4 1 Sept. 13 Cavit 2 3 Sept. 14 River Forest 3 2 Sept. 15 Hammond High 2 3 Sept. 17 Clark 3 2 Sept. 20 Bishop Noll 2 3 Sept. 21 Griffith 3 2 Sept. 22 Lake Central 4 1 Sept. 24 E.C. Washington 2 3 Sept. 27 E.C. Roosevelt 5 0 Sept. 29 Hammond Tech. 4 1 Sectional Crown Point 2 3 CONFERENCE RECORD 4 wins—4 losses Overall Record 5 wins—7 losses Mary Lou Piatek gets ready to wallop the serve. Members of the tennis team are: kneeling, Scott South, John Smolen, Frankie Pustak, Mary Lou Piatek, Al Salinas Standing: Bob Daly, Jeff Surdy, Coach Joe Piatek, Mark Plewniak, Scott Allen, Chris Smolen GOLF SWINGS TO VICTORY There are 8 players who make up this years Golf team. They won 14 meets and lost only 2, both to East Chicago Washington. In the Conference tournament they beat 2 teams, 4 teams in Sectionals, and 3 in the Lake Central Tournament. The golf team is only loosing 2 seniors. There were four boys to letter, and Bob Warzyniak was named most valuable player. Mr. Paul Laub will be the new golf coach due to the retirement of Mr. Kovachic. 1. D. Broderick helps M. Piper make his shot. 2. |. Davenport concentrates on making this a successful swing. 3. J. Surdy follows through with his swing. W.H.S. Coif Scores Opponent W.H.S. E.C. Edison Won Hammond High Won E.C. Washington Lost Bishop Noll Won Gavit Won E.C. Roosevelt Won Clark Won Bishop Noll Won Hammond Tech Won E.C. Washington Lost Hammond High Won Highland Won Gavit Won Conference (beat 2 teams) Sectionals (beat 4 teams) Lake Central (beat 3 teams) Conference Record 14-2 M. Piper, D. Broderick, |. Adkison, R. Schauer, B. Warzyniak, |. Surdy, ). Davenport, T. Dixon, Coach Pete Kovachic 127 CROSS COUNTRY 1976 Cross Country Portage Invitational Michigan City—Marquette.................................LOST E.C. Washington—Morton..................................LOST River Forest—E.C. Washington............................WON Washington Twp. New Prairie Invitational Hammond Tech—Bishop Noll................................LOST Lake Central Invitational E.C. Roosevelt-Gavit....................................WON Hammond High-Clark......................................LOST Conference Meet.........................................(8th.) IHSAA Sectionals........................................(18th.) Conference Record.......................................(1-7) Season Record...........................................(2-10) This year, under the guidance of a new coach, Mr. Gary Meyer, the Whiting cross country team faired better than last year. Although the season record consisted of 2 wins and 10 losses, many teammates lettered and will be back next year with more experience to improve the team and more determination to win. Dan Polak sets the pace for his running event. Members of the Cross Country team are: Kneeling, Ed Obion, Rich Pre- Pictured standing are: Coach Gary Meyer, Jerry Reeves, Phil Roe, Jim neta, Mike Filipek, Al Rokosz and Bob Preneta. Maddox, Jim McFadden, and Dan Polak 128 sav LAKE COUNTY GLASS CO., INC. Architectural Aluminum and Glazing Contractors PHONE: 845-0970 2311-165th Street Hammond, Indiana 13 Compliments of ATLAS BLACKTOP CO., INC. 6001 Hump Rd. Hammond, Indiana Phone: WE 1-1640 1246-119th St. Whiting, Ind. Phone: 659-0283 1449-119th St. Whiting, Ind. 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RUDOLPH ZAJAC PATCHWORK SAM'S BARBERSHOP SAYLOR PAINT STORE STANDARD EQUIPMENT SUPPLY 157 INDEX Abner, Sam 63, 94, 121 Acheson, Joe 94, 108 Adams, Donna 46, 30, 54, 100 Adams, Mike 24, 25, 120, 121 Adams, Terry 98, 120, 115 Adkins, Mr. Don 76, % Adkison, Jim 24, 41, 127 Alaniz, Dan 94 Alaniz, Vickie 33, 46, 30, 17, 96, 106 Alexander, Todd 100 Allen, Elizabeth 110 Allen, Mr. Jesse 65, 76 Allen, Scott 30, 42, 59, 94, 114, 106 Allen, Susie 100 Anderson, Eric 101 Arlibey, Dave 94, 123 Atherton, Al 42, 25, 62, 82, 111, 103 Atherton, Mary 23, 29, 96, 110, 125 Augustyn, Nancy 23, 28, 53, 94 Bachusz, Joy 23, 28, 42, 46, 94, 110, 124 Bachusz, Mark 98, 115 Bailey, Donna 100 Bailey, Joyce 100 Bailey, Margaret 94, 22, 24, 28, 26 Bailey, Mike 24, 96, 120 Bailey, Richard 96, 120 Balogh, Eva 22, 24, 29, 33, 94 Balogh, Sandy 100 Banik, Mrs. Irene 75 Baxley, Chris 30, 67, 98, 120 Benko, Debbie 42, 46, 47, 45, 32, 82, 103, 104, 105, 110, 141 Benko, Miss Jean 76, 110, 124, 125 Bercik, Debbie 23, 28, % Biedron, Cyndi 21, 48, 63, 82 Bishop, Eric 100 Bishop, Stecy 96, 120 Blastick, Francis 22, 96, 97 Boatwright, Jerry 96 Bobby, Helen % Borders, Leroy 25, 94, 123 Borgetti, Jim 32, 43, 49, 52, 45,64, 82 Boyle, Bill 98, 115, 120 Boyle, Mr. Daniel 76 Boyle, Edward 94, 111, 114, 112 Bradtke, Mr. Bob 46, 108 Brimmer, Jerry 52, 45, 82 Brimmer, Terry 45, 82, 154 Broderick, Don 30, 43, 96, 127 Brown, Boyce 101 Brown, Carrie 29, % Brown, Tracy 117 Buranosky, John 24, 46, 98 Buranosky, Mary Beth 21, 28, 94 Burgan, Penny 30, 48, 83 Burkhalter, Kathy 94 Burden, Jerry 98 Burosh, John 46, 101 Butler, Sherry 24, 94, 117 Cain, Eileen 100 Carroll, Janet 101 Casey, Patricia 100 Ciers, Barbie 98 Ciers, Jamie 69, 25, 42, 94, 123 Ciesar, Mr. William 73 Clarida, Bob 25, 94, 111 Clarida, Tammy 23, 24, 30, 96, 129 Clements, Doug 100 Combs, Robert 25, 83 Corcoran, Mary 21, 30, 48, 83 Cornelius, Cathy 98, 117 Cornelius, Nancy 101 Cmkovich, Mr. Nick 76, 111 Csonka, Lori 26, 48, 98 Curosh, John 32, 42, 43, 94, 112 Curosh, Paul 43, 96, 108, 120, 121 Dado, Andrea 21, 29, 30, 38, 39, 48, 83 Dado, Mrs. Marie 74 Dado, Paula 24, 54, 98, 107 Daly, Bob 42, 94, 112, 126 Daniels, Mr. Vincent 73 Danilides, Demetria 24, 98, 117 Danilides, Leo 101 Danilides, Pat 21, 24, 48, 94, 110 Davenport, Garrett 83, 98 Davenport, Jeff 103, 115, 127 Davidson, Richard 94 Demkovich, Daria 24, 30, 32, 43, 48, 9, 61, 94 Demkovich, Don 100 Demkovich, Doris 33, 43, 94, 132 Demkovich, Mrs. Rosemary 24, 76 Demkovich, Sandor 24, 30, 98 DePeugh, Mrs. Jane 48, 62, 77 Dernay, Mr. Joseph 74 Diaz, Ariel 83 Dixon, Tim 65, 96, 120, 121, 127 Dollins, Dale 100 Dominguez, Hope 100 Dominguez, Marie 101 Dominiguez, Simon 84 Dooley, Laura 23, 24, 63, 84 Down, Mary 101 Dudzik, Roseanne 30, 65, 94 Dugan, Mark 84 Dunn, Billy 101 Dunn, Margaret 24, 29, 41, 42, 94,110, 125 Duray, Anita 24, 48, 84 Dybel, David 25, 84 Earl, Helen 21, 24, 45, 84, 140 Edwards, Kim 28 Facklam, Amy 13, 24, 26, 28, 67, 98 Faulkner, Mr. Thomas 70, 65, 77 Filipek, Michael 98, 115, 128 Flenner, James 30, % Fitzpatrick, Brian 101 Flores, Connie 26, % Flores, Estella 101 Flores, Lupe 24, 85 Fortner, Paula 24, 29, 98 Fowdy, Mr. Stephen 73 Freeman, Lisa 98 Fritz, Lisa 24, 98 Furto, Scott 24, 98, 115, 120 Gabrish, Lisa 24, 29, 38, 39, 43, % Gajewski, Laura 24, 45, 48, 96, 116 Gazda, Greg 30, 98 Gazda, John 25, 94 Gazda, Lorraine 23, 32,42, 45, 49, 52, 85, 93, 103, 110, 125, 144 Gergel, Mrs. Virginia 56, 77 Gigac, John 96, 122 Gigac, Vanessa 23, 42, 33, 43, 47, 45, 49, 85, 104, 105, 110, 153 Golubic, Sue % Gonzalez, Diego 98, 120, 121 Goodall, Tom 96, 108, 114, 120, Gormley, Gloria 43, 45, 52,85,146 Gormley, Marie 30, 43, 46, %, 106 Gow, Mr. David 60, 61, 77 Grdina, Charles 94, 122, 123 Grigoriadis, Chris 98, 121, 123 Grigoriadis, Greg 94, 123 Grenchik, Steve 24, 25, 42, 45, 56, 94, 108, 122, 123, 48 Gresko, Cathy 23, 24, 43, % Griede, Angela 98 Gurekovich, Sue 24, 98, 107 Gyure, Deanna 21, 23, 24, 85, 137 Madders, David 98 Hadders, Denise 94 Hall, Mr. Norman 77 Hanis, Mrs. Mary 77 Hansen, Kevin 101 Hapak, Ray 43, 67, %, 97, 111, 120, 114 Harangody, Mark 25, 42, 25, 48, 94, 108, 112 Harris, Don 101 Harris, Danny 98, 24 Harris Debbie 101 Harris, Donna 24, 94 Haskins, Bryan 53, 94 Hatczel, Michael 42 Haviley, Margaret 116 Haviley, Peggy 96, 117, 124 Helmick, Doreen 48, 85 Helmick, Laura 24, 29, 94 Henry, Pat 30, 21, 42, 48, 94, 110,125, 116 Hicks, Lee 101 Hicks, Russell 30, 98, 120, 121 Hill, Kathy 100 Hlavaty, Mary 23, 94, 116 Howard, Linda 28, 48, 96 Howard, Sondra 100 Hrabovsky, Scott 86, 103, 108 Hrinyo, Elaine 22, 32, 30, 43, 48, 94, 95, 110 Hruskocy, Carol 21, 43, 96, 97, 106 Hruskocy, Nancy 26, 23, 24, 41, 46, 58, 86, 135 Jacobs, Bob 25, 38, 39, 86, 138 Jacobson, Debbie 23, 42, 46, 94, 95, 104, 110, 116 Jakubowicz, Miss Roseann 28, 76 Jambik, lllona 40, 41, 43, 49, 94 Jambik, Mary 26, % Jansky, John 86 Jansky, Ray 86 Jansky, William % Jefchak, Janette 98 Jefchak, Nanette 24, 117 Johnson, Beverly 100 Johnson, Missy 46, 100 Johnson, Richard 66, % Johnson, Sarah 94 Jones, Dana 96 Jones, Dave 42, 86, 103, 155 Jones, Theresa 94 Kantowski, Mrs. Patricia 74 Kantowski, Ray 24, 42, 43, 48, 64,103, 108, 87, 156 Kantowski, Roxann 24, 26, 98, 107, 124 Kapitan, Barbara 23, 24, 29, 42, 43, 94, 125 Kapitan, Jim 98, 115, 120 Kasper, Eugene 94 Kasper, Rosie 24, 29, 42, 116, 96, 125 Keith, Mike 25, 42, 87, 103 Keown, Cindy 100 Keown, Susan 43, 87, 154 Keown, Tony 98 Klacik, Janet 98, 99, 107 Klacik, Jay 94 Koleszarik, Cheryl 29, 54, 99 Koleszarik, John 22, 58, 87 Koleszarik, Robert 101 Kompier, Mr. Alex 62, 78 Konas, Scott 99 Kontrik, James 30, 94 Kountoures, Mr. John 46, 47, 73 Kozlowski, Pat 24, 32, 40, 41, 43, 49, 65, 94 Kristek, Ed % Kristek, Marty 94 Krizo, Richard % Kubacki, Mrs. Arlene 78 Kubacki, Gayle 22,23, 24, 29, 43,110 Kubacki, Kerry 24, 29, 43, 96 Kucka, Kathy 24, 95 Larson, Rich 100 Larson, Larry 101 Larson, William 101 Laspas, Mr. Leo 78 Laub, Mr. Paul 78, 26, 58, 116, 117 Lawson, Charles 24, 25, 87, 148 Lawson, Ken 96, 97, 146 Lawson, Linda 100 Lepacek, Louise 28, 87 Letellier, Susan 23, 29, 30, 48, 96,110, 117 Lewis, Debbie 30, 99 Lingvay, Maryann 24, 28, 95, 130 Linko, Christine 100 Linko, Mike 99 Linko, Steve 95, 121 Lovasko, Loretta 24, 28, 29, 88, 117 Lovasko, Stephanie 24 Lund, Herman 100 Macak, Arlene 95 Macak, John 101 Maddox, Jim 32, 42, 43, 48, 109, 112, 113, 128 Maddox, Linda 23, 24, 38, 39, % Mahony, Brian 100 Mahony, Kelly 101 Mann, Bill 40, 41, 42, 48, 95,108,122, 123 Massey, Toni % Matelski, Johanna 24, 68, 96 McCandless, Michele 9, 22, 46, 24,95, 106 McFadden, James 32, 42, 43, 40, 41, 95, 112, 128 McGowan, James 95 McIntosh, Byron 95 McKinney, Cindy 101 McKinney, Danille 21, 29, 30, 33, 42, % McNinch, Lisa 100 McNinch, Sue 95, 117 Mendilut, Rico 24, 95, 111 Mendilut, Vivian 100 Meyer, Mr. Gary 78, 114, 128 Michalak, Janet 21, 24, 43, 52, 88 Milcarek, Michelle, 100, 30 Michels, Karen 28, 59, 99, 124 Mihalo, Mr. Michael E. 39, 79 Mika, Diane 71, 95 Molson, Bemie 22, 24, 33, 53, 95 Moskalick, Joseph 25, 95 Murray, David 101 Murray, Dawn % Murzyn, Mark % Mustafa, Mrs. Elanore 73 Mastav, Natalie 23, 29, % Niemiec, Janice 97 Niemiec, Jeanine 97 Noble, Candy 97 Noble, Greg 101 Noble, Jeff 95 Noble, Lisa 101 Novak, Barbara 23, 24, 33, 88 Novakovich, Lillian 21, 38, 39, 48, 95 Oakley, Tracy 30, 100 Obion, Eddie 69, 99, 115, 128 O'Connor, Sherry 23, 24, 97 158 O'Drobinak, Barbara 23, 24, 29, 17, 42, 64, 88, 103, 104, 110, 116 O'Drobinak, Jim 24, 70, 88, 93, 103, 111, 124 Okerslrom, Art 99, 115, 120 Oliver, Mr. Kevin 22, 79 Oliver, Mr. Vin 32, 79 Osterman, Mark 97 Osterman, Tom 25, 45, 69, 88 Otic, Mike 101 Otic, Vera 21, 24, 29, 48, 97, 110 Page, Cindy 101 Pavlina, Rosemark 30, 95 Pawlus, Mr. Edward 26, 79 Perrine, Cynthia 101 Perrine, Donna 98, 99 Perz, Tom 25, 95 Piatek, Mary Lou 42, 97, 126 Pilarcik, Bernard 99 Pilipovich, Carol 21, 22, 88, 138 Piper, Debbie 24, 26, 99 Piper, Mai, 24, 46, 97, 114, 120, 127 Piper, Pamela 48, 68, 89, 97 Povovarnik, Nancy 24, 51, 63, 89 Plemons, Pam 22, 24, 97, 117 Plemons, Rhonda 29, 30, 38, 39, 42, 97, 110 Plemons, Theresa 38, 39, 110, 97,117 Plewniak, Mark 24, 42, 45, 89, 103, 111, 126, 144 Polak, Dan 9, 32, 42, 95,112, 113,128 Polak, Jackie 23, 24, 29, 97, 110, 116, 124 Pollins, John 53, 95 Poropat, Mr. Joseph 79 Pozzi, Jill 101 Postell, Jim 100 Postell, Natalie 30, 100 Preneta, Bob 121 Prenata, Rich 24, 97, 99, 121, 128 Progar, Paul 17, 25, 95, 121 Puhek, Anett 22, 24, 89 Pustek, Frank 126 Rancich, Melena 101 Rebey, Mr. W. 23, 25, 79, 121, 122, 123 Reeves, Janet 29, 99 Reeves, Jerry 25, 42, 95, 128 Reeves, Tim 101 Resetar, Paulette 23, 24, 30, 89, 150 Reyes, Janette 101 Robinson, Charles 100 Rodgers, Harold 97, 114, 120 Rodgers, Jim 101 Rodriguez, Marisol 95 Rodriguez, Naoemi 99 Roe, Phil 25, 42, 90,103, 111, 112,128 Rogina, Ron 24, 25, 40, 41,90, 93, 138 Rokosz, Al 32, 43, 111, 128 Rooke, George 101 Rooke, Jackie 23, 24, 28, 48, 97 Rooke, Tammy 100 Ruman, Miriam 29, 42, 95, 110 Ruzbasan, Sue 24 Ryan, Meda 99 Sabol, Marina 23, 24, 97 Salinas, Alfonso, 126 Sargent, Chris 24, 26, 38, 39 Sarvanidis, Athena 21, 23, 90, 139 Sarvanidis, Helen 46, 95,104, 105,110 Saylors, Marie 100 Saylors, Mark 100 Schauer, Richard 127 Scher, David 100 Scher, Dawn 30, 97 Seman, Ronald 43 Semancik, George 25, 42, 90, 103, 111, 154 Semancik, Peggy 95 Senics, Paula 101 Sheldon, Miss Beverly 33, 80 Simants, Jim 46, 101 Simants, Kathy 21, 23, 24, 90, 110,142 Simich, Tina 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 30, 52, 121, 124, 148 Singel, John 25, 32, 46, 47, 42, 43, 52, 49, 45, 91, 93,103, 104, 108, 109, 123, 151 Singel, Mary 23, 24, 25, 97, 129, 138 Skaggs, Edith 26, 28, 41, 95 Skaggs, Jay 100 Skavdis, Despena 24, 91 Slack, Chris 120 Slack, Debbie 100 Slack, Tracy 23, 24, 29, 39, 42, 45, 49 Smith, Diana 22, 24, 95 Smith, Donna 22, 24, 95 Smolen, Chris 30, 42, 45, 57, 91, 142 Smolen, John 126 Snyder, Jerry 62 Sopo, John 95, 40, 41 Sorota, Mr. John 45, 57, 80 Sotello, Lucy 23, 24, 26, 33, 91, 139 South, Scott 91, 103, 112, 126 Spencer, Greg 95 Spencer, Jess 24, 91, 138 Spencer, Linda 101 Stahura, Julie 24, 97 Stamper, Stephanie 101 Stapleton, Beverly 24, 95 Stapleton, Deda 46, 98, 99 Stasik, Suann 117 Stoffer, Mr. Von 80 Stolman, Della 28, 42, 95, 104, 105, 110, 116 Strabavy, John 69, 121 Summey, Cindy 101 Summey, Tim 42, 68, 108, 123 Surdy, Jeff 24, 42, 95, 126, 127 Surdy, Mr. Jerry 23, 80, 120, 121, 123 Svitko, Lois 22, 23, 24, 32, 29, 42,125 Svitko, Michelle 23, 33, 42, 97, 110, 124 Swingle, Monica 97 Taylor, Debbie 100 Taylor, Mr. Jack 66, 80 Taylor, Steve 25, 42,92,101,123,137 Taylor, Billy 97, 114 Thorn, George 30, 101 Thorn, Pat 30, 67, 97 Tincher, James 100, 120 Tinsley, Linda 101 Tinsley, Richard 97, 108, 114, 120 Tobias, David 97 Torrez, Joel 66 Trevino, Edward 24, 51, 97 Turner Mr. Arnold 71, 80 Ubik, Liz 22, 23, 30, 42, 46, 71, 92,103, 104, 110, 116, 125 Ulloa, Daniel 101 Ulloa, Jerry 30, 46, 100 Ulloa, Mario 24, 25, 42, 43, 46, 47, 52, 45, 92, 93, 111, 146 Ulrich, Mr. James 66, 81 Unate, Angelina 24, 95 Vanek, Angelique 97 Vajda, Joseph 42, 43, 46, 95, 112 Vasilovik, Eileen 24, 97 Vasquez, Pam 30, 100 Vavrek, Susan 23, 24, 41, 29, 43, 97 Vrabel, Mr. Ron 108, 112, 114 Wallace, James 101 Wagner, Mrs. Marian 81 Wajvoda, Dan 97 Wajovoda, Stephen 25, 32, 42, 43, 57, 92, 93, 103, 145 Walker, James 25, 144 Ward, Rhonda 100 Wargo, Don 95 Warzyniak, Robert 127 Weiand, Gary 24, 26, 32, 21, 43, 52, 92 Westerfield, Butch 25, 42, 92, 103, 111, 142 Whitlock, Greg 101 Whitlock, Jeff 46, 97, 120, 121 Williams, Dawn 101 Williamson, Eddie 121 Williamson, Diane 24, 95 Winebrenner, Frank 97 Winebrenner, Jen 24, 48, 93 Wright, Brenda 24, 51, 95 Wright, Tim 101 Yanas, Donna 101 Yanas, Kay 28 Young, Kathy 23, 24, 93, 136 Young, Marian 97 Young, Sharon 30 Young, Sherry 100 Young, Shirley 101 Zahorsky, Joseph 42, 43, 95, 108, 121 Zavesky, Maryann 30, 42, 43, 95, 110 Zimmerman, Helen 24, 28 Zmchik, Janet 21, 23, 48, 59, 93 Zrnchik, Joe 24, 97, 120, 121 Zubeck, Mr. Raymond 81 Zubeck, Mr. Thomas 73 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