Whiting High School - Reflector Yearbook (Whiting, IN)
- Class of 1981
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Whiting fans cheer the Whiting Oilers on! Two Jr. High students show their opinions at the Whiting-Clark game. Whiting Seniors congregate outside of good old Whiting High.  M1 of ou. ;s m. Irf A â - ACADEMICS English: Here, There, and Everywhere! C. Carroll, C. Smolen, D. Dollins and M. DePeugh's sophomore speech class. Hruskocy act out a dog scene in Mrs. English is one of the most important things in life, and you cannot get far without it. In Mrs. Hanis's English class, the basic fundamentals are taught in preparation for Mrs. DePeugh's speech class. Mrs. DePeugh teaches the basics of public speaking. Mr. Kompier's English class stresses concentration on parts of speech, verb classification, and the different types of sentences. Mr. Ulrich's class polishes up on everything that was supposedly learned in the past years. S. Stamper gives a quick smile while reciting her book report. 6 Students watch a film with great interest in Mr. Laspas' reading class. Senior English students explore the British Isles. 7 Problems Problems .. ⢠anc more Problems This year the math program was in a transition period. The teachers were learning how to use the new math books. The Advanced Math students learned how to use tables in order to make the math much easier. The Advanced Algebra students learned the major ideas that will help them in Pre-Calculus. In Algebra most of the students learned how to work the basic equations that they will use in their future years at Whiting. Geometry is the study of triangles and proving simularity and congruence of triangles. The Basic and General Math students find out that math is much easier than they thought. At Whiting High School we require five semesters of math. T. Evanich wonders Y he is in Algebra. j. Burosh and T. 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English, Bookkeeping, and Shorthand are preparing students to move up into the business world. Typing I and II you learn how to type without looking at the keys or your fingers. Memorizing keys and repeated typing will help increase speed. Shorthand requires studying and memorizing symbols every night. You also learn how to dictate. Bookkeeping is the study of the systematic way of keeping records of business activities. A knowledge of bookkeeping or accounting is essential for the person planning to operate his own service station, farm, beauty parlor, restaurant, or store. These classes will be very handy in the future business world. T. Bailey and D. Golub are amazed at what Business English can teach them. THE BOOKKEEPING CYCLE OSINC i-ANC : BUSINESS IN THE JOURNALS I DM A I C CLOSING fcNTMlES TO THE LI JOURNAL 8 RECORDING adjusting ano CLOSING ENTRIES IN THE D. Slack points out a fact of bookkeeping to K. Carrol. 10 K. Kasper dictates from a tape. K. Mahony writes her name in shorthand. 11 D Williams practices her shorthand. B Larson shows students what he knows. During the four years of high school, Whiting students are required to take eight semesters of social studies. Freshmen are required to take Civics and Careers. Sophomores are required to take World History, which teaches students of ancient times and the understanding of time. Junior students are required to take U.S. History, which deals with the development of colonial and exploration times. Seniors are required to take Economics and Government. Econ deals with the way people use their scarce resources to satisfy their wants. Government deals with politics and rights and duties of American citizens. HistoryâStudying Something D. Kovacek and K. Kubacki find out that These U.S. History students are seen studying Careers isn't as easy as they thought it would the election of 1980. be. Government students J. Kovacek and P. Casey prove to the rest of the class they know something about Government. 12 In Mr. Crnkovich's W History class M Harbin and C. Smolen find the different locations of many countries. Do you think they were right? M. Vanek and M. Stribiak are amazed to see how interesting Government can be. Freshmen Civics students learn that it isn't all fun and games. fiCn° °7CS ' a required class at Whiting The Scientist of the Future! Only one year of science is required at Whiting, but there are many classes offered. In General Science you learn basic science principles. In Biology, which is usually for sophomores, you discover the different animal and plant kingdoms, as well as dissecting. In Chemistry and Advanced Chemistry students are taught to do experiments, and how to determine different elements and chemicals. In Physics class, the laws governing the earth are studied. Most of these classes are required to be admitted to certain colleges and universities. J. Jaroszewicz and G. Zorich are pretending to D. Kark has just the right mixture, know what they are doing. G. Riggins and C. Vavrek practice to become microbiologists. 14 15 A few first year Spanish students explain what this banner means. These students are shown translating the Pledge of Allegiance into Spanish. These students are learning more about Spanish in the lab D. Yanas, E. Wunder, and E. Yocum choose records for the Spanish class assembly. 16 Learning New Languages At WHS. There has been a boom in the population of the German class this year. Students recite poems and do diagrams in German to help them learn. The Spanish students learn with the use of the Spanish Lab. Interested students helped to organize an assembly. The Spanish class is the largest elective course. B. Daley attempts to translate this German poem into English. Effort Determination D. Rogers explains the parts of a car in the German language. M. McGowan shows fellow students that German really isn't as hard as they think. 17 Pots, Pans, And Pins The Industrial Arts classes are for students who want to learn a trade or a craft using their hands. The classes offered are: Printing, Drafting, Wood Shop, Mechanical Drawing, Metals, and Power Mechanics. Those taking these classes learn how to draw and plan out their ideas and carry them through. Needles and thread are only some of the things used in sewing class. Each girl chooses a pattern and learns the fundamentals of sewing. In cooking you learn some of the basic principles of food, cooking, and measuring. J. Duray irons out her work. 18 Prints, Presses, And Power Saws D. Demkovich builds his Dream House . These students show Mr. Hall what they know. S. Howard and L. Lawson display their cooking abilities. Mr. Rebey explains to J. Gurekovich how to work a power saw. 19 Fine Arts at Whiting High At Whiting High School two of the classes most enjoyed are Music Appreciation and Art. Mrs. Demkovich, the art teacher, teaches Advanced Art and Ceramics, as well as regular art studies. Students enjoy her classes more because her class offers a wide variety of art subjects to choose from. Making burlap rugs is another favorite among the high school students. Miss Benson's Music Appreciation class also has a variety of music to learn from, from classical to contemporary and even folk and spiritual music. The students also learn to read music and learn about the origins of some of today's most popular instruments. During these classes, the teachers have an opportunity to discover and help to advance W.H.S. students' talent. After these classes are taken, as required to graduate, students may find that they would like to further their studies of music or art in college, or even choose one of them as a full-time career. Russell Mindas concentrates on the picture he is painting for advanced art class. Anna Westerfield and Bobbie Jo Roebuck admire a picture painted by Francisco Caudra. Tina Bailey and Dana Bland show their talent for reading music in Miss Benson's music class. 20 Paul Haviley and The Jug Band entertain their Music Appreciation Class. Fran Knott is seen drawing a puppy for Mrs. Demkovich's art class. Senior, Tracy Oakley makes her rug of a horse on a burlap bag. 21 Sweat Shop The physical education program at Whiting High School is designed to help the students get into better physical condition. The gym students have much fun participating in a variety of sporting activities, such as exercising, running, swimming, weightlifting, and playing team sports. Physical education class also encourages students to participate in team sports. The Health class at Whiting helps the students learn more about themselves and how their bodies function. Health class informs the students of the importance of physical activities, and physical education gives them the outlet to perform these activities. The gym students run their daily laps as C. Murzyn leads the way. R. Kantowski and S. Simants demonstrate how to play crab soccer. The weakness shows in the weight room as M. Wunder and K. Queen âpump iron. 22 J. Copeland shows P. Rodriquez the correct way to bench 175 pounds. Health students B Dado and B. Harding study the map of the Muscular and Skeletal Systems. 23 S. Haviley takes time out during class to do a few chin ups. (P.S. He's really standing on a chair.) The girls try to keep time during cals, as you can tell they have great rhythm. Happiness is ... A Whiting Prom J. Evanich and P. Haviley flash their sexy grins as they take their dates' garters off. O.K., let's see the Liberaces of tomorrow! Prom 1980 was held on May 23, at the Sabre Room in Chicago. It was a very exciting, romantic time for all who attended. The theme was We've Got Tonight taken from Bob Seiger's contemporary hit. The evening began with picture taking, followed by a delicious dinner. After dinner couples enjoyed the entertainment performed by a hypnotist. This was followed by a garter ceremony, the crowning of king and queen, and dancing to the music of Something Old, Something New. This couple is seen enjoying a quiet moment alone-finally! A highlight of everyone's evening was dancing to the jams of Something Old, Something New . This 'mysterious leg' gives us a quick peek at its garter. 26 These students begin to show their true personalities while being under hypnosis. These two couples pause briefly to pose for a picture before having dinner. âBoy, am 1 glad that's not me! thinks this audience as it watches the entertainment. First on the agenda is picture taking. Smile pretty Karen and John! 4 -f 27 Fun In The Sun During the summer of 1980, the Whitingites went forth to make their summer fun by being part of a movie making project called FOUR FRIENDS. A course in Drivers' Ed gave students a chance to learn the responsibilities of driving. The summer also brought with it the excitement and colors of the many floats and decorated cars of the 4th of July parade, as well as the hardship of a fire that destroyed three buildings and put two temporarily out of use. But for many students summer was a time for going to the beach or just sleeping late. Cheerleaders show their spirit by making a float and cheering in the 4th of July parade. Whiting Band member Wayne Blake performs Now, where did you say the spare tire was? in front of the judges' stand. asks a puzzled J. Kasper and M. Williamson. 28 B. Hruskocy and E. Cain show that working at school isn't all that easy. T Oakley, C. Odlivak, and L. Gacsko take a quick picture with the stars of the movie FOUR FRIENDS. Some students stand by what used to be R Svitko and P. Grenchik watch the 4th of Newberry's before the big fire. July parade. 29 Oiler Spirit Shines Homecoming 1980 will be remembered for a long time by the students and faculty of Whiting High. Mix and Match day was the first day of Spirit week followed by Hat Day, Jersey Day, Sweat Suit Day, and Green and White Day. Competition for the Spirit Stick was throughout the school in hopes of receiving the award. Friday morning everyone was surprised to see that the halls of Whiting had been teepeed. Later during the day Spirit Juice and Cookies were given away to the students and faculty. These efforts paid off for the Senior class who was the winner of the Spirit Stick. The highlights of Homecoming were Queen Missy Johnson and Mr. Football John Evanich. The 1980 homecoming court from L. to R. is J. Riggins, K. Kasper, Queen M. Johnson, L. Guajardo, K. Zahorsky, and D. Yanas. 1-2-3 kick say the spirited seniors at the homecoming pep assembly. 30 Junior girls boogie on down to the sounds of Brass Tack at the Homecoming Dance. From L to R., J. Skaggs, P. Haviley, and J. Ulloa hold the spirit stick from the rioting seniors. From L. to R., V. Urbanik, B. Johnson, and S. yard during spirit week. Pivovarnik help decorate the school grave Mr. Football, J. Evanich places the crown on excited new queen M. Johnson. ORGANIZATIONS REFLECTOR ... Getting it The Reflector staff is composed of fifteen members. They work well together to create an interesting book. Photographers spent many hours capturing people on film. Others worked to make each page different and interesting. The editor Natalie Postell learned about copy and designing layouts at a summer Journalism camp at Indiana University. She taught the staff the rules and guidelines of making a good yearbook. The staff also sold many projects to earn money to pay for the book. M. Johnson looks over yearbook. new ads for the While looking into space, P. Wajvoda tries to think of a copy for her layout. These two students, P. Senics and L. Haviley choose pictures for their layout. 34 Done, Doing it Right Front: F. Pustek, L. Haviley, J. Carroll, N. Postell, D Adams, M Posted, K. Shebish, T. Zahorsky, T. Oakley, D. Taylor, M. Johnson, P Senics, M. Milcarek, J. Fritz, P. Wajvoda Editor N. Postell sorts out pictures for each section of the yearbook. J. Fritz looks up at the camera after looking through old yearbooks for new ideas. 35 Tattler Tells It All!! Tattler staff members are: E. Cain, J. Riggins, Odlivak, J. Broderick, W. Blake, D. Demkovich, J. Evanich, C. Gormley, V. Urbanik, N. D. Kark, J. Winebrenner. Cornelius, A. Renda, P. Vasquez, K. Tobias, C. This summer Editor-in-Chief Vicki Urbanik attended a Journalism Institute at I.U. and learned the rights and wrongs on producing a school newspaper. This is the reason why the Tattler was different from other years. It contained educational stories and editorials insead of Name That Baby, and TV Guides. The Tattler consisted of a much more experienced staff than in past years. This helped get the deadlines in on time and save Mr. Poropat many headaches. Tattler members take it easy after they have all met their deadlines ... (or have they?) 36 P. Vasquez puts the finishing touches on her lay out. Advisor Mrs. Hanis instructs Editor V. Urbanik on an upcoming deadline. J. Winebrenner is shown using the headline machine. 37 Student Council Aims To The purpose of the Student Council is to better the relationship between the administration and students, and to improve the school situation. They have meetings to discuss students' ideas of new improvements around the school. Student Council officers are (L. to R.): K. Kasper, Pres; J. Evanich, Vice-Pres, E. They sponsor the Homecoming dance and homeroom volleyball. They also visit other schools to get new ideas about improving our own school system. The Student Council is sponsored by Mr. Kountoures. Better Student Life J. Riggins, K. Kasper, E. Cain, and C. Linko Sponsor Mr. J. Kountoures explains the rules reach out for a victory while showing their and regulations of homeroom volleyball, mix-n-match clothes. These players warm-up before the final tournament. 39 NHS CUTS OUT INFORMAL INITIATIONS Each year certain students are chosen from the Junior and Senior classes for membership in the National Honor Society. Only a small percentage of a class may be chosen, and these few are selected by the faculty. The teachers choose students by their scholastic achievement, character, leadership, and service to the school. The NHS members have two initiations. First a formal initiation performed by last year initiates. Solemnity of the organization is stressed. Parents are also invited to attend the initiation ceremony. The informal initiation is during school. The members wear a black robe and answer questions about world politics, athletics, and Indiana history. This year the fundraisers were a bake sale and a dance, which were used to pay for the gold sashes worn by the Seniors on graduation day. N. Postell asks 0. Kark if he wants a lifesaver, little does he know, he has to get it the hard way. New members include; 1st row, N. Cornelius, K. Carroll, M. Johnson, M. Jerzyk, D. Yanas, 2nd row, P. Jaroszewicz, J. Simants, C. Odlivak, E. Wunder, 3rd row, P. Haviley, T. Gabrish, J. Filipek. C. Gormley shows V. Urbanik that she is not only intelligent, but strong too. Old members include 1st row, N. Posted, C. Gormley, V. Urbanik, P. Grenchik, 2nd row, J. Polak, D. Kark, W. Blake, J. Jaroszewicz, and J. Ulloa. N.H.S. officers are Sec. N. Posted, Sponsor Mr. Daniels, and D. Kark, Pres. 41 WHS Cheerleaders are Beat those Pioneers . . . echoed through the halls as girls practiced for cheerleading tryouts. Long hours of practice paid off for those chosen. Many cheerleaders attended a 3 day camp training new cheers and mounts. They returned home anxiously awaiting the football season. Homecoming arrived and spirit swelled as they painted signs, decorated the halls, and T-Pede players' homes. The coming of the basketball season meant more spirit and involvement for the cheerleaders. With the help of Mrs. Rancich, the new cheerleading sponsor, cheerleaders raised money to purchase new uniforms. As the season ended, hearts grew heavy as they realized it marked the end of another year of cheerleading. Cheerleaders boost the spirits of Oiler fans during a Homecoming pep assembly. Varsity Cheerleaders (top to bottom): Elaine Stahura, Michelle Milcarek, Paula Senics, Melena Rancich, and Stella Flores. B-squad Cheerleaders (bottom to top): Carol Vavrek, Kelly Mahony, Debbie Harris, and Roberta Tenorio. 42 Cheerleaders make sure parents are lined up properly for Parent's Night. Freshmen Cheerleaders (top to bottom): Sue Simants, Becky Mateja, Melody Posted, and Renee Kantowski. Cheerleaders proudly display the mount they learned at camp. Cheerleaders fire up the fans before the football game. 43 Band Improves Practice makes perfect! This year the band spent many hours working on football routines. Many people felt that this year's band really outdid itself. With the addition of the junior high members, the band has almost doubled its size. The band performed during football and basketball games; they also performed during the 4th of July parade. Although the band will be losing six talented members, the band feels they can still keep going strong. Band officers L. to R. are: Sec. T. Oakley, Pres. J. Broderick, Tres. L. Gacsko, Vice-Pres. W. Blake. The marching band takes time out to take a picture. Despite his size, C. Watters still manages to play a big part in the band. 44 With Size! Band members listen to the instruction given by Mrs. Logsdon. Concert band performs at a spring concert. Pep band cheers on the school at a pep assembly. J. Broderick and B. Taylor show their ability to play the drums. 45 Whiting Oilerettes-If They In this picture the Oilerettes perform at their first basketball game of the season. They performed to music played by WHS pep band. The Oilerettes is another name for the flag and pompon corps at Whiting High School. The Oilerette Corps was established in 1962. Since that time the Oilerettes have practiced hard and have performed at the halftime of football and basketball games. The Oilerettes practice during their lunch hour and after school. They perform their routines to music played by the band or records of the most popular music of the times. The Oilerettes' routines are made up by their leader Miriam Ruman or by the Oilerettes themselves. This year the Oilerettes performed at Homecoming to the music of the Blues Brothers played by our W.H.S. Marching Band. This year the Oilerettes elected their captain as Pam Vasquez and their Co-Captain as Deb Taylor. Football season 1980 Oilerettes L. to R. are: H. Ulloa, A. Renda, P. Vasquez, M. Vanek, D. Yanas, M. Johnson, S. Young, A. Westerfield, M. Fitzpatrick, R. Ward, D. Taylor, S. Ulloa. 46 L. McNinch and K. Kubacki talk to Miriam about upcoming routines. Could See Us Now! The Oilerettes led the band in Whiting's Fourth of July parade. The Oilerettes practiced hard to perform a pom pass at the Culver Military game. The routine was done to the music of the song Escape. The 1980 Oilerette officers are: Captain, P. Vasquez, and Co-Captain, D. Taylor. The Oilerettes performed at many of the home football games. Every routine is concluded by the school song. The Oilerettes are seen here doing the school song. Teachers of Tomorrow This year's F.E.A. members took a trip to I.U. Northwest. This trip was a seminar to help those students interested in teaching in the future. The field trip was a success. During Easter the F.E.A. helped a family in need. You can always see the F.E.A. members selling goodies after school every month. So next time you see an F.E.A. member selling cookies, buy one and you may be helping someone in need. F.E.A. members are: From Bottom L. to R.; P. Vasquez, K. Hill, E. Stahura, M. Milcarek, D. Wood, H. Ulloa, M. Fitzpatrick, S. Ulloa, D. Yanas, R. Mindas, B. Larson, and G. Noble. F.E.A. officers are: From L. to R.; Ways and Means, D. Wood; Treas., S. Stamper; Sponsor, Mrs. DePeugh; Pres., M. Milcarek; Vice-Pres., P. Vasquez; and Sec., K. Hill. 48 M. Milcarek helps out the F.E.A. by selling cookies. Drama Club Lights Up Stage Drama Club members are: L. to R. 1st row: A Westerfield, E. Stahura, A. Obermiller, P. Jaroszewicz, D. Stribiak, J. Jancek, D. Kapitan, N. Cornelius, C. McKinney, A. Casey, T. Butler, 2nd row: M. Grdina, K. Shebish, M. Hruskocy, D. Kark, W. Blake, J. Broderick, K. Hill, H. Ulloa, S. Ulloa, C. Jerzyk, L. Kindel, 3rd row: L. Haviley, P. Wajvoda, P. Renda, S. Anderegg, S. Parker, C. Carroll, J. Ulloa, R. Mindas, J. Baranowski, B. Mateja, L. Gacsko, and K. Kuss. The drama club this past year has been working with intensity. They held the First Talent Show ever at Whiting High. The Show included acts from singing to ventriloquism. The show was ended by the theme song of Carol Burnett's show, I'm so glad we had this time together. Last year's production The Mousetrap was a drama. Directed by Debbie Huffer, the show was put on in a month, but with a lot of hard work. By building flats, bringing in props, and putting on make-up, the actors put the production on. P. Haviley and J. Ulloa try to find out who's These actors in the school play try to find out on first. who done it? 49 Drama Club officers are: from L. to R. M. Grdina, Sec.; P. Wajvoda, Vice-Pres.; Sponsor, Miss Benson; L. Haviley, Pres.; and P. Renda, Treas. W-ClubâWhiting's Superstars The W Club is formed by students who meet qualifying standards of sports. The club enables members to keep athletic interest at Whiting High School. The Club's sponsor is Mr. William Rebey. The Club also attends an annual baseball game. T. Boyle helps keep order at a basketball game. W Club members L. to R.: 1st row-A. Vasquez, B. Pustek, J. Ulloa, V. Zrnchik, T. Oakley, P. Vasquez, J. Skaggs, K. Carroll, H. Lund, L. Haviley, L. Ruzich, M. Hruskocy, D. Yanas, G. Noble. 2nd row; C. Odlivak, F. Pustek, W. Blake, J. Broderick, B. Shebish, P Haviley, E. Stahura, B. Hruskocy, R. Drewniak, G. Zorich, T. Boyle. 3rd row; J. Rodgers, D. Kark, J. Jaroszewicz, L. Jansak, M Milcarek, J. Riggins, D. Adams, E. Cain, M. Jerzyk, S. Pivovarnik, K. Shebish, E. Guajardo, N. Postell. 4th row; B. Larson, A. Campos, S. Hart, V. Jancho, T. Zahorsky, T. Evanich, P. Rodriquez, E. Wunder, J. Gurekovich, J. Evanich, J. Polak. Booster Club Boosts Spirit Booster Club officers are: L. to R Treas. J. Justak, Pres. J. Riggins, Sponsor P. Laub, Vice-Pres. T. Zahorsky, Sec. R. Kantowski. The main purpose of the Booster Club is to promote spirit. Club members encourage enthusiasm among the rest of the fans at games. Some of the activities the club sponsors are the Homecoming parade and the Sectional Sweetheart Dance. They also decorate the queen's float and organize fan buses for away games. Mr. Laub is the club sponsor. Sophomores and Juniors boost Oilers spirit. Booster Club members are: L. to R. 1st row: P. Vasquez, V. Zrnchik, K. Shebish, E. Stahura, D. Taylor, T. Oakley, K. Hill, M. McHale, J. Riggins, D. Adams, N. Posted, 2nd row: H. Ulloa, S. Ulloa, T. Butler, C. Jerzyk, P. Senics, R. Kantowski, C. Johnson, M. Posted, M. Fitzpatrick, J. Justak, D. Gmerek. 3rd row: M. Grdina, G. Noble, B. Larson, D. Kovacek, J. Baranowski, A. Drozda, B. Mateja, M. Hurskocy, P. Renda, K. Shebish. 4th row: P. Jaroszewicz, M. Rancich, D. Stribiak, A. Obermiller, T. Zahorsky, P. Haviley. J. Kovacek, S. Simants, A. Casey, S. Witczak, K. Clark, J. Filipek. 51 Spanish Club Remains Popular As most people know by now, the Spanish Club is the largest club at Whiting High. Also, the Spanish Club is the most popular club here. The credit for the success of the Spanish Club goes to Sponsor Mr. Taylor. For many years now Mr. Taylor has spent many hours of his own time working on floats, setting up Christmas parties, presenting school assemblies, and planning club trips. Last year the club held an assembly. The program was set up as a night club act at El Club Tequila A Go Go! This program was a success, and it was enjoyed by everyone. This year the club worked hard on their Homecoming float Rip 'Em Apart. The club also held their annual Christmas party on December 19. The Spanish Club float before the Homecoming Parade. A musical group sings âJuanita banana on stage, during the Spanish Club assembly. Spanish Club officers are: Treas., P Bachusz; Vice-Pres., L. Gormley; Pres., N. Cornelius; Sec., J. Chorba; and Sponsor Mr. Taylor. 52 German Club Strives for Success. Even though the German Club is small, they are still active and successful. The club started this year on the right foot by winning the float competition for clubs on Homecoming. The German Club is extremely proud of their first-place float, We Shall Reign Over Thee. During the Christmas season the club spent much time selling Advent calendars and wreaths. This project helped fund the club's annual spring trip. Under the leadership of Sponsor Mr. Ulrich and President Kelly Carroll, the club is doing rather well. The German Club members are: kneeling L. to R. T. Oakley, K. Carroll, V. Urbanik, D. Adams, 2nd row; D. Demkovich, B. Daly, J. Ulloa, M. McGowan, K. Carroll, D. Rogers, D. Kark. The winning club float, We Shall Reign Over Thee. German Club officers are: Pres., K. Carroll; Sec., V. Urbanik; Vice-Pres., D. Kark; Treas., M. McGowan; and Sponsor Mr. Ulrich. Paint and Originiality = Art Club In art class students learn to express their inner thoughts through such projects as drawing, lettering, ceramics and painting. The art club, with the help of Mrs. Demkovich, provide a festive mood during the holidays with the many decorations they prepare for the halls. They also sponsor dances, and enter a float for the Homecoming parade. Even though the art club has less members than last year, they're still moving up with new ideas and high goals. Art club officers are: Top L. to R. K. Shebish, Stincic, Vice-Pres., T. Oakley, Srg. at Arms, Treas., B. Pustek, Sec., P. Vasquez, Pres., C. Mrs. Demkovich, Sponsor. D. Dollins puts the finishing touches on his snowman. J. Copeland decorates the hallway for the holidays. 54 Sing ... Sing a Song! Chorus members listen to Miss Benson's instructions. The chorus members work very hard to prepare for the annual Christmas program. They spend their lunch and after school time perfecting Christmas songs. The choral members also fill our halls with caroling at Christmas. Besides singing for the holidays, chorus members do charitable duties such as singing at the Convalescent home. They also put on their annual spring concert. A new addition to the choral department is an ensemble. To be in the ensemble is an honor because only few are chosen. The choral dept, practices for the Christmas program. Chorus members sing at the Spring Concert. 55 I More Industrious Than Ever! Members of the Industrial Arts Club from L. to R. are: 1st row; A. Vasquez, H. Lund, P. Vasquez, J. Skaggs, J. Ulloa, 2nd row; sponsor Mr Rebey, T. Boyle, E. Gregor, A. Treat, J. Winebrenner, B. Bailey, 3rd row; E. Wunder, M. Rooke, S. Hart, 4th row; G. Kuss, P. Rodriquez, G. Noble, 5th row; G. Whitlock, R. Atteberry, B. Fitzpatrick, 6th row, B. Larson, D. Ulloa. This is the seventh year for the Industrial Arts Club. Although the Industrial Arts Club decreased in size from last year, it does not mean its craftsmenship went down. The club had its annual skating party in the spring. The car that the Industrial Arts Club usually enters in the Homecoming Parade could not be started. Better luck next year. 56 Industrial Arts Club officers are: Sponsor Mr. Rebey; Vice-President, H. Lund; Sec.-Tres., P. Vasquez; and President J. Skaggs. Physics Club Population Grows The Physics Club officers are Tres. V. Urbanik, Srg. at Arms G. Zorich, V. Pres. P. Haviley, and Pres. R. Kuss. In Physics class the students study the basic laws of Physics and the steps in figuring Newtons Laws of Physics. The Physics Club is one of the smallest club at WHS. It is open only to the students who take the Physics class. This years Physics Club has had a boom in population with 13 students in the club. The Physics Club is sponsored by Mr. Sorota. R. Drewniak demonstrates how to use a bow and arrow. J. Ulloa and W. Blake try to read the electronic ratio of the machine. R. Kuss and G. Zorich try to determine where the light will turn to. The members of the Physics Club are: 1st Row V. Urbanik, C. Gormley, L. Jansak, 2nd Row W. Blake, G. Zorich, R. Kuss, J. Ulloa, F. Pustek, 3rd Row R. Drewniak, P. Haviley, D. Kark, and J. Jaroszewicz. 57 Service-The Whiting Way!!! Peanuts! Popcorn! Hotdogs! Those are just some of the things that the concession helpers yell at football and basketball games. Joellen Justak, Shayne Anderegg, Karen Kuss, Vivian Mendilut, and Kathy Hill give up their time to help in the concession with Mr. Sorota. Just think they might move up one day and become a professional hotdog yeller at college basketball games. So the next time you see these people behind the counter, just remember all the time and effort they put in for serving the people at the basketball and football games. K. Kuss and S. Anderegg are waiting happily for their first customer. J. Justak and V. Mendilut try to persuade 2 customers in buying some popcorn. K. Kuss smiles as she hands over a candybar, J. Justak is patiently waiting for a customer to that was just bought. come by and buy some pop. 58 Students Aid Teachers K. Hill, J. Justak, M. McHale, L. Tinsley, L. assistants. Yazvek, and E. Stahura are librarian Some of the Whiting High students help in the Nathan Hale by helping the younger students that are having trouble understanding a subject or students that may need help in an art project. The librarian assistants assist Miss Sheldon in the library by checking out books for people, putting the books away and renewing overdue books. The school monitors also have a big job. They run errands at the office, pick up the absentee slips every hour and mark them down in a book. Being a teacher's aide isn't all that easy. There is a lot of responsibility, patience, and hard work involved, but the Whiting High students tackle the job with integrity and enthusiasm. D. Holden just remembered that he forgot to since he was doing his homework all hour, pick up Mr. Laub's absentee slip yesterday, D. Demkovich enjoys his job as a monitor. 59 STANDOUTS IN WHS ATHLETICS Many students at WHS go out for sports during a school year. All of the athletes work hard at their respective sports. But there are the few athletes who are even more devoted to improving themselves. These are the athletes who attain the honors. The honors prove to the athletes that extra time and work were worth it. These student-athletes should be set as examples to all students who want to achieve certain goals in athletics. J. Evanich and B. Hruskocy were named to the all-state football team. T. Gabrish and J. Polak were named to the boys all-conference basketball team and E. Stahura was named to the girls all-conference basketball team. D. Adams was named to the all-conference volleyball team and F. Pustek was the 1st singles conference tennis tourney runner-up. P. Haviley and J. Ulloa were named to the allconference cross country team. 62 A. Curosh, J. Burosh, and T. Zahorsky made all-conference honorable mention for baseball. W.H.S. Golfs Up To Par Pictured are: (bottom L. to R.) B. Pustek, M. Blastik, G. Kuss, E. Wunder, and Coach G. Wunder, J. Witzak, P. Gurekovich, and F. Meyer. Not pictured: J. Broderick. Pustek. (top) E. Obion, J. Gurekovich, J. The 1980 golf team had a few experienced golfersâ1 senior, 4 juniors, and 3 sophomores, as well as 3 newcomers. The team was 7th out of 8 in the Conference with a record of 3-11. And they were 9th out of 17 in sectionals. The most valuable player was Ed Obion. The team was given some good advice; never get teed off at missing a shot, and always wear two pairs of pantsâin case you get a hole-in-one! E. Wunder watches the ball after his follow through. J. Blastik shows his popular technique. Golf-1980 WHS Opponent L-L Morton L Hanover Central L Clark L Gavit L-L Bishop Noll L Gary Wirt W River Forest W-L ECR W ECW L-L Hammond High 63 BEST EVER! The cross country members finished the year having the best season ever at Whiting High. The Oilers were 10-2 for the overall season. The Oilers started off the season by taking 1st of 9 teams in the Gavit Invitational meet. They also took 2nd in the conference tournament. The team was led by Seniors Paul Haviley, Jerry Ulloa and Jay Skaggs. The B-squad finished their season with a 6-2 record. Taking 1st place in the Freshman Conference was also a first for our Whiting runners. Dedication and stamina are the key words for success in cross country. Team picture-kneeling, S. Haviley, J. Buranosky, K. Brimer, B. Williams, L. McNinch, P. Vasquez, J. Huckaby, A. Vasquez, M. Keown, Coach D. Adkins, J. Rodgers, T. Evanich, B. Evanich, P. Haviley, T. Bobos, J. Skaggs, P. Bachusz, J. Ulloa. Opponent Whiting Opponent Gary Wirt 19 43 WON Bishop Noll 20 39 WON Hammond Tech 19 40 WON Morton 19 42 WON East Chicago Washington 20 43 WON Gary Emerson 15 43 WON East Chicago Roosevelt 19 40 WON Gavit 31 24 LOST Munster 25 31 WON Lake Station 27 28 WON Hammond High 31 24 LOST Clark 16 39 WON Sectional Tourney (Finish: 2nd of 10 teams) Overall Record Won Lost 10 2 4Cj fVtf A; ;f t V, âÂŁ â ' -v 64 Cross Country members warm up before the meet. Paul Haviley finishes with another 1st place. A, Tennis is a lot of Racket And that's what you have to have in order to hit the ball as some experts say. Besides that kind of racket Coach Piatek tells our team to concentrate on hitting the ball with more power. The team's overall record was 1-8. Despite the Oiler's record, Frankie Pustek advanced to the finals in the ILSC tournament at the end of the season. Next year will be a year of rebuilding as the Oilers are losing 5 seniors, but there are 4 returning lettermen. A tennis game is as flexible as a rubber band. It is yours to keep and take pride in. Through tennis you can satisfy your creative instinctsâby building a game, developing strategy and getting it together in a match. The results produce a great sense of accomplishment. C. Odlivak waits patiently for the return of the ball. WHS OPPONENT SCORE 0 Bishop Noll 5 2 Griffith 3 2 Washington (E.C.) 3 4 Roosevelt (E.C.) 1 2 Hammond Tech. 3 1 Morton 4 2 Gavit 3 2 Hammond High 3 2 Clark 3 Team members include: (bottom L. to R.) B. K. Tobias, L. Jansak, Coach J. Piatek, D. Pustek, F. Pustek, C. Odlivak, L. Haviley, (top) Yanas, and B. Shebish. 65 ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO! The thrill of competition, the idea of meeting new people, and the excitement of winning are just a few things that make track an enjoyable sport. Last year's track team, coached by Mr. Zubeck and Mr. Adkins, didn't do as well as expected. The boys' track team was 0-8, and the girls' team was 2-10. Jay Skaggs and Natalie Postell were the most valuable runners. The only school records set last year were by the girls. The old long jump record of 14'2 was passed at 14'3 by Veronica Zrnchik. And the 400 yard relay record of 56.27 was broken by Michelle Milcarek, Cindy Odlivak, Kelly Carroll, and Karen Shebish. H. Lund waits around for his next event. Girls Trackâ1980 W.H.S. Opponent L Bishop Noll L Gavit L Boone Grove L Lake Station L Andrean W ECR L ECW L Hammond High W Hammond Tech L Clark L Morton L Lew Wallace K. Carroll seems to fly over the hurdles- watch out for her landing! Pictured are (bottom L. to R.): B. Ciers, K. Shebish, L. Csonka, M. Milcarek, K. Kasper, M. Hruskocy, K. Carroll, (top) Coach Zubeck, B. Shebish, M. Fitzpatrick, A. Renda, S. Gurekovich, C. Odlivak, P. Vasquez, and N. Postell. Not pictured are: S. Pivovarnek, M McGowan and K. Carroll. 66 N Postell is off at the gun. Pictured are (bottom L. to R.): L. Danielides, M. Beno, K. Tobias, J. Rodgers, R. Kometz, D. Kristek. (top) Coach D. Adkins, H. Lund, R. Larson, T. Biedron, B. Larson, B. Evanich, T. Boyle and J. Skaggs. The waiting and the nervousness before a race is the worst part. J. Rodgers keeps pushin' down the track. K. Kasper shows the agony of the feet!'' Boys Track-1980 W.H.S. Opponent L Hammond Tech L Hammond High L Gavit L Morton L Bishop Noll L ECW L ECR L Clark 67 Injuries Dampen Hopes G. Zorich goes to block an oncoming defender. Respectable summarizes this years football record of 5-5. The Oiler's victory over Washington led to hopes of a spot in the playoffs. These hopes disappeared later into the season with losses to Kankakee Valley and Indpls. Ritter. The Oilers were plagued with injuries this year to key personnel and due to the size of the team they could not be replaced. The Oilers will lose lettermen from this years squad, but there is a tough crew of experienced juniors to replace them. Varsity Results Whiting 8 ECW 0 18 Gary Emerson 0 0 GRC 14 38 Chicago Juarez 6 28 La Porte LaLumiere 22 30 South Central 8 6 River Forest 13 16 North Newton 18 22 Kankakee Valley 34 0 Indpls. Ritter 26 Record: 5-5 A thirsty T. Boyle takes a drink of water between plays. Team Picture: Manager M. Beno, M. Wunder, G. Grdina, J. Burosh, G. Zorich, J. Evanich, E. Wunder, M. Polak, N. Ferhman, Coach M. Beno. 2nd row: Coach Crnkovich, J. Semancik, M. Harbin, R. Kometz, B. Daly, J. Polak, B. Hruskocy, J. Gurekovich, Coach Fritz. 3rd row: D. Holden, P. Rodriquez, A. Curosh, T. Boyle, J. Jaroszewicz, B. Kolezarik, D. Polak, R. Drewniak. 68 J. Evanich has one defender to pass for a first down. B. Hruskocy âfires the team up before the game. J. Burosh breaks through the line for a big gain of yards. J. Polak holds on to the ball despite the defense. 69 V-Ball Team Displays Spirit! The Lady Oilers worked to perfect their spikes, sets, and serves for this years volleyball season. Both teams worked hard and ended with an impressive record. Varsity had an 11-13 record, while B-squad team had a record of 17-8. They are losing two Seniors, Donna Adams and Elaine Stahura, but in return, there is a lot of experienced players. Donna Adams was selected to the ILSC team while Elaine Stahura and Maryann Jerzyk received honorable mention. D. Kapitan sets the ball up for D. Adams to spike it. While K. Mahony dives for the ball other teammates look on. E. Stahura shows her form of blocking. Varsity Team: Front Row; M. Dominquez, M. Back; Coach Jean Benko, D. Adams, E. Jerzyk, L. Gacsko, E. Guajardo, D. Kapitan. Stahura, K. Mahony, S. Pivovarnik. 70 J.V. Team: Front row, L. Guajardo, C. Stincic, Kantowski, M. Hruskocy, T. Butler, J. Kometz, P. Wajvoda, K. Clark, J. Filipek, B. Mateja, K. M. Postell, C. Jerzyk, G. Riggins. Kubacki. Back; Coach Carol Kowal, R. Varsity Opponent J.V. L GRC L L Andrean W L Wirt W W Lew Wallace w L Calumet w W River Forest w L Noll w L Gavit L L Munster L W Horace Mann W W ECR W L ECW W W Gary West W L Lake Station W W Emerson W w Hammond High L w Hammond Tech W w Wheeler W w LaLumiere w w GRC L L Morton L L Lake Central W L Griffith L SectionalsâGRC-L JV Tourney 1-1 71 MEYER'S MIDGETS Grow Up! Front: B. Pustek, D. Polak, J Polak, J. Standing: Coach Meyer, P. Haviley, A. Curosh, Klosek, and Coach Vrabel. Evanich, G. Zorich, J. Burosh, F. Pustek. T. Gabrish, J. Filipek, B. Hruskocy, Coach The boys varsity basketball team ended their season with a record of 19-5. Although the record was not as good as last years, the team had more talent and the opposition was tougher. Goals and dreams of the athletes were accomplished this year. The highlights of the season included the two victories over Clark and a Sectional Championship. T. Gabrish and J. Polak were named to the allconference basketball team and Coach Meyer was named coach-of-the-year. P. Haviley shows his style while shooting for Two. J. Polak shows who's boss. 72 B. Hruskocy's tricky passes confuse his opponent. A. Curosh shoots over his Horace Mann opponent. J. Polak and T. Gabrish sky for the rebound. D. Polak isn't afraid of his opponent, he just leaps over him for two. WHS OPPONENT 43 Wirt 54 60 Emerson 58 66 Hammond Tech 44 73 Culver Military 56 83 Griffith 64 78 Hanover Central 49 74 Clark 52 60 Merrillville 66 65 Morton 47 53 E.C. Roosevelt 64 55 Bishop Noll 62 59 Hobart 53 62 Hammond High 51 97 Clark 39 83 Horace Mann 70 67 Gavit 48 62 South Bend-St. Joseph's 53 59 E.C. Washington 49 73 River Forest 47 59 Lew Wallace 50 Sectionals 62 Bishop Noll 50 51 E.C. Roosevelt 50 61 Regionals-Highland 45 71 Andrean 79 73 W.H.S. GIRLS' BASKETBALI________________ Team members are: (front row), D. Harris, N. Mateja. Back: Coach Laub, J. Riggins, E. Cornelius, M. Dominguez, L. Haviley, B. Stahura, D. Adams, K. Mahony, N. Posted. The 1980-81 girls' basketball team, coached by Paul Laub, hustled their way to a best-ever season record of 14-6. Highlighting the season were wins over conference foes Roosevelt and Morton, and a double win over Clark. This year brought the first time a Whiting's girls' team has won a game in the Sectional Tourney. The first game showed the hustle and desire of the team with a 1 point win over Roosevelt. Although the girls didn't pull through against Washington, the second time around, the game will always be remembered by the team and fans as a class act. Donna Adams, Natalie Postell, Jeannine Riggins, and Elaine Stahura are leaving, but there is a talented crew for Mr. Laub and the 1981-82 season. N. Postell skies for the rebound. 74 HAS A LOT OF CLASS! D. Adams concentrates as she drives for a basket. The Lady Oilers show their hustle and desire. B. Mateja shoots while team members wait for the rebound. Varsity WHS OPPONENT 30 Highland 36 43 Munster 41 62 Hammond Tech 39 58 Wheeler 25 61 Griffith 34 50 E.C. Washington 52 40 Morton 36 39 Clark 23 59 E.C. Roosevelt 54 83 Emerson 31 30 Merrillville 26 51 M.C. Elston 71 39 Gavit 36 45 Bishop Noll 65 66 Lew Wallace 57 37 Hammond High 41 56 Clark 35 50 River Forest 22 SECTIONALS: Whiting 49âE.C. Roosevelt48 Whiting 55-E.C. Washington 59 Season Record: 14-6. Conference Record: 5-3. 75 CLOSE GAMES AND INJURIES PROVE TO BE OBSTACLES This year the junior varsity basketball team suffered from injuries with three of the players out at different times of the season. Although their overall record was only 7-12, the team played well, and most of the games they lost were by close margins. The sophomores and juniors on B-squad this year will be a great asset to the varsity team next year. 1980-81 JUNIOR VARSITY RECORD (7-12) WHS OPPONENT 43 Gary Wirt 50 40 Emerson 52 35 Hammond Tech 32 55 Culver Military 29 32 Griffith 45 44 Hanover Central 36 33 E.C. Roosevelt 74 48 Hammond Morton 50 35 E.C. Roosevelt 50 45 Bishop Noll 43 43 Hobart 46 33 Hammond High 59 39 George Rogers Clark 41 42 Horace Mann 44 49(0T) Hammond Gavit 50 33 South Bend-St. Joe's 44 51 E.C. Washington 50 45 River Forest 44 52 Gary Lew Wallace 48 Conference: 3-5 R. Kometz displays much strength in fighting for the ball. J. Filipek and a Clark player watch as Joe's shot easily goes in. Hardly anyone gets past J. Burosh and T. Bobos. Kneeling, L. to R: R. Kometz, P. Bachusz, and Pustek, B. Daly, D. Holden, T. Bobos, and J. Buranosky. Standing, L. to R: Manager, R. Coach R. Vrabel. LADY OILERS . . . HUSTLE ALL THE WAY! B-squad Team: Front row: J. Kometz, D. Kovacek, K. Clark, J. Filipek, R. Kantowski, A Pivovarnik, C. Vavrek, K. Kubacki, G. Riggins, McHale, Back row: C. Stincic, M. Posted, S. M. Kline, Coach B . The Junior Varsity team, coached by Miss Jean Benko, started the season off on the right foot by winning their first eight games. Injuries and illness prevented the Lady Oilers from improving their fine season record of 12-5. Like the Varsity squad, the Junior Varsity showed their hustle throughout the season. With a lot of hardwork and determination, the 1981-82 season will be much better. JR. VARSITY OPPONENT Highland 17 Munster 23 Hammond Tech 6 Wheeler 16 Griffith 23 E.C. Washington 19 Morton 13 Clark 26 E.C. Roosevelt 28 Emerson 10 Morton 24 Gavit 22 Bishop Noll 30 Lew Wallace 35 Hammond High 28 Clark 20 River Forest 5 Season Record: 12-5 Conference Record: 5-3 M. Postell concentrates on dribbling through the defense. C. Vavrek pushes the ball upcourt. The Lady Oilers crash the board for a rebound. (Wonder who got it?) Experience Prepares For The Future ... Fall is football. Players show it, coaches show it, and fans show it. The freshman-sophomore players are very ambitious, the will and determination of these players will lead a great upcoming varsity team. New players together with old ones were ready to tackle anything, even the hard working practices that come their way. The players even helped the varsity team, due to injuries. The 1980 Freshman-Sophomore season ended with a record of two wins and four losses. Players display their teamwork. H. Gonzalez outruns his opponent while going for a touchdown. Players use tricky plays to confuse their opponent. Results WHS Opponent Score 0 E.C. Washington 42 6 Gavit 0 20 River Forest 0 12 Calumet 26 6 Pierce 32 0 Horace Mann 18 Recordâ2-4 Team includes L to R, B to T: B. Harding, M. Senics, J. Flores, J. Chorba, C. Sarvanidis, M. Aicher, D. Terry, D. Brown, R. Kometz, 2nd row: M. Wunder, J. Semancik, B. Bailey, N. Fehrman, M. Harbin, D. Holden, K. Queen, M Polak, B. Daly, Mgr. M. Beno, Head Coach Mike Beno. Not Pictured: M. Franco, G. Koleszarik, H. Gonzalez. 78 NEW COACHING FOR FRESHMEN! Front L. to R: J. Chorba, J. Huckaby, S. Johnson, M. Stapleton, T. Evanich, M. Polak, Haviley, K Brimer, Back row: M. Senics, M and Coach Mr. J. Riggins. The 1981 Freshman team ended their season with an overall record of 7-8. Under new coaching by Jim Riggins, the team displayed hustle and teamwork in all of their games. Outlooks for next year are very impressive for the Jr. Varsity team with most of the team returning. 1981 Schedule Scores WHITING OPPONENT 2 Hammond Tech...........0 (Forfeit) 47 Calumet...............49 26 E.C. Roosevelt........52 38 Griffith..............44 36 River Forest..........23 48 Lake Station..........24 36 Gary Wirt.............43 32 Gavit.................25 28 Bishop Noll...........44 36 E.C. Washington.......32 59 Hanover Central.......32 32 Hammond High..........59 48 Hammond Clark.........54 42 Hammond Morton........32 Tourney: Whiting 40 Clark 44 Record 7-8 ILSC Record: 4-4 M. Polak concentrates on a long-range shot. M. Stapleton takes an outside shot. Shooting a freethrow is J. Chorba. 79 HARDWORK PAYS OFF FOR W.H.S. This year's wrestling team had their best season ever! With hard work and determination they finished their season with a 9-2 record. The B-squad also finished a successful 9-2 season. With only five seniors leaving the team, Mr. Rebey feels that with the talent remaining they can continue to have a successful winning team. This years M.V.P. was Wayne Blake who was this year's Sectional and Regional champ, and who qualified for state, placing in the top ten. Varsity Jr. Varsity OPP. WHS OPP. WHS 20 49 River Forest 18 35 33 31 Hammond High 25 45 9 51 Morton 27 36 17 50 E.C.R. 0 66 28 33 E.C.W. 24 27 35 26 Bishop Noll 35 26 9 57 Hanover 0 69 21 39 Gavit 21 39 18 54 Tech 11 50 27 42 Griffith 27 24 21 45 Clark 18 33 Season record: Varsity: 9-2 Jr. Varsity: 9-2 Varsity Team. (L. to R.) Asst. Coach Angel, S. H. Gonzales, G. Grdina, M. Rooke, J. Taylor, D. Hart, J. Witczak, V. Jancho, W. Blake, B. Ulloa, A. Campos, Coach Rebey. Koleszarik, J. Skaggs, J. Blastik, T. Biedron, Freshmen team: (top to bottom) A. Vasquez, A. Campos's expression reveals the effort that Asst. Coach Angel, C. Sarvanidis, S. Blesic, is needed to pin your opponent. Coach Rebey, J. Flores, D. Brown, B. Bailey. 80 GRAPPLERS! B-squad team includes: Front (L. to R.) B. Dollins, G. Koleszarik, E. Sotello, Coach Rebey, G. Grdina takes a deep breath before he Bailey, J. Flores, C. Sarvanidis, A. Vasquez, S. J Lawson G. Noble, D. Kristek, P. Rodriquez. begins to make his move on his opponent. Blesic, D. Brown, Asst. Coach Angel, D. 81 A. Curosh checks his infielders before he starts to pitch. j. Burosh is set and ready for the pitch. T. Zahorsky follows through as he makes contact with the ball. R. Kuss practices his sliding at the park. Team members are: J. Semancik, T. Zahorsky, Fritz, B. Koleszarik, P. Haviley, A. Curosh, G. J. Burosh, Stat girl, J. Fritz, J. Evanich, M. Davenport, B. Boyle, Asst. Coach P. Laub. Stribiak, A. Okerstrom, R. Kuss, Coach E. (Bottom to Top, L. to R.) 82 OILER FEVER-CATCH IT! J. Evanich is planning a pick-off play at first base. After many dull and unproductive seasons, the Oiler diamondmen came up with a strong showing. They finished the season with an overall record of 8-13, and a conference record of 6-10. This was an all-around bright season. Head coach Ed Fritz was named Indiana Lake Shore Conference Coach of the Year. Also receiving Honorable Mention All-Conference were John Burosh (second base), Andrew Curosh (shortstop), and Tim Zahorsky (catcher). The Oilers will be losing three senior lettermen this year. All-Conference outfielder Bill Boyle, Garrett Davenport, and Art Okerstrom. (But, they still have high hopes for an even better season next year as nine lettermen will return for the 1981 season.) WHS Opponent Score 1 Clark 3 3 Bishop Noll 13 1 E.C. Roosevelt 8 5 Gavit 3 1 Hammond High 13 3 Munster 6 9 Munster 11 5 Hammond Tech 7 0 E.C. Washington 3 2 Morton 1 0 Clark 9 2 Bishop Noll 10 11 E.C. Roosevelt 10 5 Gavit 3 3 Hammond High 9 10 Hammond Tech 0 6 E.C. Washington 2 2 Morton 6 12 Gary Emerson 1 10 River Forest 2 2 Sectionals 4 Clark Record : 8-13 83 P. Haviley in action on the mound. Donna Jo Adams D' Volleyball 134, Basketball 1234, Track 14, Booster Club 123. ' W Club 234, Spanish Club 23, German Club 1234, Art Club 12, FEA 1, Homecoming 1, Band 12, Chorus 4. Reflector 4, Class Officer 23, Student Council 1234. Stats 34, Matmaids 2. Honorable Mention Basketball 3, All Conference Volleyball 4 Likes Weekends. Summer, AC DC Dislikes People who stare, spiders, cats Ambition To Be Happy Ideal Senior Friendliest Donna Lynn Bailey Beetle Art Club 14. Library 34, Monitor 4 Likes Art. horseback ndmg, REO Dislikes: Homework, blind dates, housework Ambition Commercial artist. Tina Bailey Transferred Sandra Lee Balogh Sandyâ Volleyball 123. Booster Club 12. Spanish Club 123, Art Club 12. Oilerettes 12. Class Officer l Likes: Zeppelin, weekends, summertime. Dislikes School, waking up early Ambition: To Be Happy ! 86 Sally Jolene Blake Spanish Club 1. Art Club 12 Likes Mike Keith life. Dislikes School Ambition: To be successful m life Wayne Curtis Blake Warren Football 23, Baseball 1234. Wrestling 1234, W Club 234, Spanish Club 234, Drama Club 34, Physics Club 4. Band 234, Boys' State 3. Tattler 4. NHS 34, Class Officer 1. Scholarship W's 2, Student Council 14, School Plays 2, MVP Wrestling 3. Likes: Writing Dislikes: Algebra Tests Ambition: To be successful in whatever I do Ideal Senior Cutest Couple John Blastick John -Football 34. Wrestling 34, Golf 34, Art Club 3, Industrial Arts 3, Chorus 3. Ukes: The beach Dislikes. Cold Weather Ambition: To own a motor cycle Class officers are: Pres. P. Haviley, Trea. K. Carroll, Vice-Pres. M. Johnson, Sec. V. Zrnchik, and Sponsor Mr. Adkins. THESE ARE THE James F Broderick â˘'Harvey'' Cross Country 2, Wrestling 12. Golf 1234. W Club 1234. Spanish Club 1234 Drama Club 234, Art Club 1, Stage Crew 3, Band 1234. Tattler 34. Student Council 1, School Plays 3, NISBOVA Who's Who in Music Likes Gray Black Dislikes Breaking a guitar string Ambition Perform at Carnegie Hall. Ideal Senior Most Talented Rheaellen Cam Ellen Track 2, W ' Club 234, Art Club 123. FEA 2. Oilerettes 12. Chorus 4, Tattler 34, Stats 23, Matmaids 23. Likes weekends, food, and guys. Dislikes: waking up in the morning, stupid questions. Ambition To become a dental assistant Ideal Senior: Wittiest Kelly A. Carroll Kelly Belly Track 1234. W Club 234, German Club 1234, Art Club 3, Band 1234. Girls' State 3, Class Officer 4, Student Council 34, Stats 234, J A., member of U.S. Collegiate Wind Bands European Tour. Likes: reading, horseback riding, traveling Dislikes: Mr. Ulrich's essay tests, math, meat loaf Ambition: Doctor's degree m psychology Ideal Senior Most Talented Patricia Casey âCase -Booster Club 1. Spanish Club 12, FEA 2. Sectional Sweetheart 2, Oilerettes 1. Chorus 2, Library 2, Class Officer 3, Student Council 2 Likes Seafood. Led Zepplm Dislikes: White Castles Ambition: Hair Styling. Seniors show spirit during Homecoming. Seniors perform at Homecoming assembly. BEST OF TIMES! Loretta Marie Chorba âLaâ Basketball 2, Track 12. Booster Club 12. Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 12, FEA 2, Oilerettes 23, Chorus 123. Class Officer 3, Scholarship W's 1. Likes: Math, full moons. Dislikes: Science Ambition: To be a computer programmer. Don Demkovich Nique -German Club 1234. Monitor 34. Tattler 34 Likes Rock'n Roll, Ronald Reagan Dislikes: Sweat Ideal Senior Wittiest. Dale Doilms Block Football 12, Cross Country 3. Basketball 2. Baseball 12. Wrestling 3. W Club 34, Spanish Club 123, Industrial Arts 3 Likes: Sports, money, gambling Dislikes English classes Ambition: To be wealthy and live a long happy life 87 Ronald Lee Drewniak Orew - Football 1234, Basketball 1, Baseball 1, W Club 234, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 123, Industrial Arts 3, Physics Club 4, Monitor 3, Scholarship W's 1. Likes: Laughing, Polish sausage, fried onions. Dislikes: Bad breath, milk. Ambition: Pharmacist Ideal Senior Nicest Smile. Judith Marie Ouray Jude Booster Club 1, Spanish Club 12. Art Club 1, J.A. Likes: Mercedes Beni, Mexican Inn Tacos, Japanese Art. Dislikes: Math. Ambition: Nursing. Ideal Senior: Best Dancer. John Evanich Evo - Football 1234, Basketball 1234. Baseball 1234, W Club 1234, Spanish Club 12, Boys' State 3, Tattler 4, NHS 34, Scholarship W's 2, Student Council 14, All-State, All-Area Football 4. All-area honorable mention basketball 3. Likes: Onions, football. Dislikes: Torn ligaments. Ambition: To be come a Certified Public Accountant Ideal Senior: Teacher's Pet David Robert Golub Globe - Football 12, Wrestling 1234, Track 1, Spanish Club 1, Industrial Arts 3, Monitor 2. Student Council 3. Likes: Guitar, motorcycles Dislikes: School, goin' deaf. Ambition: Retire before 6S and live till I'm 90. Carla Ann Gormley Gorms - Spanish Club 1234 Art Club 1. Physics Club 4, Girls' State 3, NHS 34. Scholarship W's 3, Mat Maids 4, Top Ten, Kiwams Scholar 123. Likes: Baseball games, wrestling meets, Doobie Brothers Dislikes: Football, phonies, fish. Ambition: To graduate from college, and have a specific job in mind. Ideal Senior: Cutest Couple. Edward Stephen Gregor âEd -Golf 1, Spanish Club 123, Art Club 3, Industrial Arts 34. Likes: Skiing, hunting, motorcycling. Dislikes: Disco and homework. Ideal Senior: Quietest. Patricia Joan Grenchik Patti Jo'' Volleyball 12, Basketball 2. Track 12, Booster 12, W Club 12, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 123, FEA 12, Oilerettes 123, NHS 34. Class Officer l. Scholarship Ws 1, Stats 1. Likes: Children, sunsets, music. Dislikes: Crutches, term papers, quitters. Ambition: To star in a Broadway musical. Ideal Senior: Teacher's Pet. Senior Oilerettes flash a smile. Moon struts his stuff. HERE ARE 88 Paul Grdina Luech Football 12, Wrestling 123. (graduated mid-term John Gurekovich Johnâ- Football 234, Golf 1234, W Club 34, Spanish Club 1, Art Club 1. Likes: Football Dislikes: The draft Ambition: To go to college. Ideal Senior Nicest Eyes. Paul Andrew Hawley Football 1, Cross Country 234. Basketball 1234, Baseball 1234, Booster Club 34, âW Club 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Drama Club 34, Physics Club 4, Stage Crew 34, Class Officer 4 Likes Basketball, running, college. Dislikes: Draft. Ambition. To be a CPA Ideal Senior Most Athletic Kathryn Hill âKath - Booster Club 1234. Spanish Club 123, Drama Club 234. Art Club 234, FEA 234. Chorus 1. Library 34. Monitor 4, School Plays 2 Likes Spending time with friends Dislikes: Loud and bossy people. Ambition: Graduate from College and get married Mary asks Kathy What Next? Robert Hruskocy 'Moon -Football 1234, Basketball 1234, Track 1, âW Club 234, Spanish Club 1234. Art Club 3, Student Council 24. School Plays 1, All-Area, All-State Football 4. Likes: Shorts, Richway 41, Nique-fests Dislikes: Green potato chips, liver, toe-jam. Ambition: Go to college, then find myself a good job Ideal Senior: Funniest laugh. Sondra Dawn Howard Sondra Spanish Club 1, Art Club 4, FEA 2, Chorus 1. Likes: Canoeing, horseback riding Dislikes Mr. Kompier's book reports. Ambition: To be a legal secretary E. Stahura cheers W.H.S. on. Injuries affected this Senior player. THE SENIORS! Lmd Dianne Katharine Jansak Lyn -Tennis 1234 . 8ooster Club 123, âW Club 234. Spanish Club 1234 Art Club 123, Physics Club 4 Likes: Tennis, biology. Katharine Hepburn. Dislikes: Mathematics of any sort and steak. Ambition: To move so far away from Whitm9 itâll make your head spin. James G. Jarosiewic âJim -Football 124, Booster Club 3, âWâ Club 4, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 3, Physics Club 4. NHS 34. Scholarship W's 1 Likes: Math, chemistry, vacations Dislikes. English, snow. Ambition. Electrical engineer or Computer Programer. Ideal Senior: Happiest Beverly Ann Johnson-Spanish Club 12. Art Club 12, Homecoming 2, Oilerettes 1, Cheerleaders 23, Class Officer 2, Stats 23, Mat maids 23. Likes: Led Zepplm, good friends, the outdoors. Dislikes: School, disco, waking up in the morning. Ambition: To make a good life for myself and stay happy. Mellissa Ruth Johnson âMissy -Booster Club 124. Spanish Club 123, Art Club 123, FEA 23, Homecoming Queen, Sectional Sweetheart 1, Oilerettes 1234. Chorus 1234. Reflector 234, Class Officer 34, Student Council 3. Ads editor 34. Ukes: Pittsburgh Steelers, the country, starlit nights Dislikes Pictures of myself, liver, pop Ambition: Public relations worker or a social worker. Ideal Senior: Nicest Personality. Donald John Kark Shark -Football 123. W Club 34, German Club 1234. Drama Club 234. Physics Club 4, Stage Crew 34. Band 34, Boys' State 3, Reflector 23, Tattler 234. NHS 34, Scholarship Wâs 3, Student Council 1. School Plays 3, National Merit semi-finalist. Junior Engineering Technical Society Award, Kiwanis Scholar. Who's who among Amencan High School Students, America's Outstanding Names + Faces, Calumet College book Award, âA Honor Roll, J.A., Top Ten. Likes: Music, chemistry, computers. Dislikes: Writing things in longhand. Ambition: To be an Electrical engineer. Ideal Senior; Most Likely to Succeed. Karen Louise Kasper Kare - Volleyball 234, Basketball 1, Track 3, Booster Club 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 12, Homecoming 4, Cheerleaders 123, Library 4, Scholarship W's 1, Student Council 34. Stats 34 Likes: Senior year, sports, Evo. Dislikes: Econ. Projects, crutches, dislocated knees. Ambition: To be a secretary and marry my high school sweetheart. Ideal Senior: Most School-Spirited Cindy L. Keown Tax â Basketball 1, Track 1, Spanish Club 1, Art Club 1, FEA 1, Chorus 12, Monitor 4, Student Council 4, J A Likes: Traveling, horseback ndmg, the country. Dislikes: McDonald's, green beans, football on TV. Ambition: Park Manager or Law Conservationist. Surprised by the camera. W. Blake does his job. REMEMBER 90 James Kovacek Kovo - Tennis 12, Sports Manager 12. Booster Club 4. Spanish Club 234. Art Club 1, Industrial Arts 2, Concession Worker 1 Likes: Fishing Dislikes: Ram, school, the draft Ambition: To get a good-highpaying job. Dennis Paul Benedict Kri o K-K-R-R-H-2-Z-0-0 Art Club 134, Industrial Arts 4. Likes: Eating Oislikes: Cleaning my room. Ambition: Keep walking my Jog. Jet Raymond Paul Kuss Ray Basketball 1, Baseball 234, Spanish Club 234 Physics Club 4, Student Council 4. Likes: Honesty, subtle humor, styles. Dislikes Biology, sand devils, sarcasm Ambition: Electrical engineer or technologist Richard Larson Lar? Track 34, Booster Club 2, Drama Club 123, Art Club 1234, FEA 123, Stage Crew 123, Band 1234, Student Council 4. School Plays 1, J.A Likes: AC DC, Pink Floyd, Who. Dislikes: Disco, math Ambition: Law Enforcement. S. Hart at work. I ate the whole thing!!! Seniors perform at talent show P. Casey must be hungry. WHEN ⢠⢠⢠⢠Linda Diane Lawson Linda -Spamsh Club 1. Art Club 4. FEA 2. Sectional Sweetheart 3, Chorus 1, Scholarship W's 1. Likes: Days off school, Bob Segar. Dislikes: Being on time Ambition: To be a Medical Secretary. Ideal Senior: Nicest Eyes. Tim Noble Leach âMonk - Art Club 234 Likes Car racing, pizza, 69 Dodge Charger. Dislikes: Math, spinach. Ambition: To become a long-distance truck driver. Christine Lynn Linko Chris â Basketball 12. Track 1, Booster Club 12, Spanish Club 12. Art Club 12, FEA 2, Chorus 14 Likes: Weekends, summer, having a fun time. Dislikes: People that stare, waking up for school, winter Ambition: To have a happy life 91 Herman Lund Herm Football 134. Crow Country 2, Track 1234, âW Club 34. Art Club 2. industrial Arts 234. Concession Worker 2. Likes: Sporting events Dislikes: Disco. Ambition: To lead a happy and successful life Ideal Senior Most School-Spirited. Brian Mahony Baseball 1, Wrestling 123, Tennis 1234. 'W Club 1234. Spanish Club 1234. Art Club 1234. Industrial Arts 123, Student Council 4 Likes: Outdoors, traveling, good Rock Music. Dislikes Being sick, reading. Accounting class Ambition: Engineer Ideal Senior: Friendliest Mary Jane McHale 'Mary - Booster Club 14. Spanish Club 1, Art Club 4, Industrial Arts 4, Library 234 Likes: Spending time with friends. Dislikes: People with loud voices. Ambition: To go on to school Lisa Joyce McNinch âRed - Basketball 23, Track 1, Tennis 1, Booster Club 123, Spanish Club 23, German Club 1234. Drama Club 4. Art Club 123. FEA 23, Homecoming 3, Oilerettes 24. Band 1, Chorus 24, Tattler 234, Stats 24. Likes: Sports, history, writing. Dislikes: Math, getting up for school. Ambition: To be history teacher or Journalist. Ideal Senior: Most talkative Vivian M Mendilut âDoodles -Spanish Club 12, Art Club 12, Band 2, Concession Worker 34. Likes: Math, piwa, reading Dislikes: English, tacos, winter. Ambition: To study accounting Michelle Ann Milcarek-Track 1234, Booster Club 1234. âW Club 234. Spanish Club 23, Art Club 23, FEA 234, Cheerleaders 124, Band 12, Reflector 4, Scholarship W s 1. Mat Maids 23. Likes: Running, chemistry, summertime Dislikes: Getting up for school, homework Ambition: Nursing Ideal Senior: Happiest Tracy Darlene Oakley âTrace âTrack 1234, Booster Club 14, âWâ Club 1234, German Club 1234, Art Club 1234, FEA 3, Oilerettes 1. Band 1234. Reflector 4. NISBOVA, Who's Who Among American High School Students, Who's Who In Musk. Likes: Music, bowling, skiing. Dislikes: Seafood, work, English. Ambition: To be a court reporter. D. Kark fires the fans up. WE'RE ON OUR 92 Michael Pilarcik Pantsâ - Spanish Club 1234. Industrial Arts 13. Likes Rolling Stones, Richway 41. weekends. Dislikes: Gas Prices, noodles, Bozo. Ambition: To be successful in the future. Whiting's Groucho Marx. WAY UP! James Robert Polak Bo -Football 1234. Basketball 1234, Wâ Club 234, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 1234, Monitor 4, Boys' State 3, NHS 34, Allconference, All-state honorable mention basketball 23, Sectional all-star team All-state honorable mention football 3. Likes Hunting, fishing, steak fries Dislikes. Cheese, boredom Ambition: Attend college for 4 yrs Then hunt and fish myself to death. Natalie Maria Posted Natâ Basketball 1234, Track 34. Tennis 1, Booster Club 1234, Wâ Club 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 1234, FEA 2, Oilerettes 12, Band 12, Girls' State 3, Reflector 4, NHS 34, Class Officer 12, Student Council 4, Stats 34, Mat Maids 2, Top Ten, MVP-Track 3, All-conference honorable mention basketball 2, Reflector Editor 4. Likes Basketball, this yearbook, french fries Dislikes: 2-faced people, liver, being rushed. Ambition: To give the best I can in everything I try. Ideal Senior: Nicest Smile. Frank J. Pustek Frankieâ Tennis 1234, Golf 234, Sports Manager 1234. Wâ Club 1234, Art Club 1234, Physics Club 4. Reflector 4, Student Council 2, Concession Worker 12, Tennis 1st singles conference runner-up 34, Tennis 1st singles conference tournament runner-up 4, Tennis MVP 123. Likes: Tennis, steak, math. Dislikes: Liver, wrestling, being bored. Ambition. To be a computer programer. and to own a Corvett. Harv after a hard day of school. Kenneth Greggory Queen Killer' Likes '55-'57 Chevys, fast cars. 4-barrells Dislikes. Fords. 6-cylinders, school Ambition: To become a millionaire and move away from Whiting. Jeannine Marie Riggins Beanââ Volleyball 1, Basketball 1234, Booster Club 1234. Wâ Club 234. Spanish Club 12. Art Club 12. FEA 2. Homecoming 4 Cheerleaders 12, Chorus 4, Tattler 4, Stats 234, Mat Maids 2. Likes: Guys, weekends. AC DC. Dislikes: School, fakes, greasy hair Ambition: To always have a good time in life Ideal Senior: Class Flirt. Juan F. Roman Frank -Track 2, Tennis 24, Wâ Club 234, Spanish Club 234. Art Club 4, Reflector 3, Tattler 3. Likes: Weekends. Dislikes: Accounting, one-way streets. Ideal Senior Best Dancer 93 David W Scher Shears''- Wrestling 12, Booster Club 1, Art Club 12, Industrial Arts 1234, Monitor 12, Student Council 34. Likes: Hunting, partying. Dislikes: Jocks. Ambition: To graduate from Lincoln Tech. Ronda Lee Shadle Kronda - Art Club 2, FEA 2, Chorus 2, Teacher's Aide 4. Likes: Art. camping, traveling. Dislikes: Blind dates, Cheech Chong. Ambition: To obtain a job in the medical field. Ideal Senior: Quietist Rebecca Ann Shebish Becky âTrack 1234, Tennis 1234, Booster Club 1234, W Chib 234, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 123, Scholarship Ws 1, Mental Attitude Award Track 2, Kiwams Scholar. Likes: Reading, having a good time with my friends, sports. Dislikes: Mr. Ulrich's essay tests, working at the center with Drew and Don, being bossed around by male chauvamst pigs. Ambition: To be successful accountant and to be happy most of my life. Clelly Jay Skaggs Hick Cross Country 1234. Basketball 1, Wrestling 234, Track 1234, W Club 1234, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 23, Industrial Arts 234, MVP Track 3. Likes: The country. Dislikes: Broken bones. Ambition: To go through life honorable, and without failure Deborah Lee Slack Tennessee Booster Chib 123, Spanish Club 23, German Club 1, Art Club 123, FEA 2, Oilerettes 123, Chorus 34, Reflector 3, Student Council 124, Stats 123. Likes: Summer time, senior year, Hadjie. Dislikes: Crutches, dislocated knees, two-faced people. Ambition: To be a beautician and to be happy with whatever I decide to do. Elaine Stahura E -Volleyball 1234, Basketball 1234, Booster Club 1234, W Club 34, Spanish Club 1234, Drama Club 4. Art Club 12, Sectional Sweetheart 3, Cheerleaders 1234, Chorus 3, Library 4, Student Council 4. Likes: Basketball, Volleyball Dislikes: Moods Ambition: Secretarial Work Ideal Senior: Most Athletic. Michael Str.biak âIPSLA -Cross Country 1234, Basketball 1, Baseball 1234, Spanish Club 12. Likes: Race, chase, replace Dislikes: All GM products. Ambition: To own a 1968 Shelby GT 350 2 + 2. SENIORS DID IT J âź 94 Rose Svitko Rod - Booster Club 123, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 123. FEA 2, Oilerettes 3, Chorus 123, Stats 234. Aide 34. Likes: Sunsets, music. Dislikes: Term papers, English Lit essay tests. Ambition: To become a nurse. Ideal Senior: Funniest Laugh. Deborah Ann Taylor âTay - Booster Club 1234. Spanish Club 1234. Art Club 1234, FEA 23, Oilerettes 134, Chorus 34. Monitor 4, Aide 3, Reflector 34, Track 4, Tattler 3, Post 288, 1st place LCCART contest. Member of Society of Distinguished American High School students. Likes '50's music, art, hiking. Dislikes: Fish, housework, wearing glasses Ambition: Law Enforcement Officer. Kevin Lee Tobias Toby -Track 234, Tennis 34, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 12, Tattler 34, Chorus 12. Likes: Corvettes, lobster, weekends Dislikes: Smoking, snobs. Ambition: To be rich or at least well-off and to be always having a good time Ideal Senior: Most Talkative. Gerardo Ulloa MLennon -Cross Country 234, Wrestling 1. Track 124, W Club 234, Spanish Club 1234, German Club 34, Drama Club 1234, Art Club 1, Industrial Arts 1234, Physics Club 4, Band 1234. NHS 34. Class Officer 12, Student Council 1234, School Plays 2, All-conference Cross Country 3. Likes-Drafting, creating my own music, running. Dislikes: Summer jobs, critics who don't know what they're talking about. Ambition: To become a full-pledged, licensed Architect and own my own firm Ideal Senior: Nicest Personality. Seniors cheer the crowd on! Senior athletes at banquet. T-Oakley takes a break. WITH CLASS! Vicki B Urbamk Vic Muff'-Volleyball 1. Track 1234, Booster Club 123, German Club 1234, Art Club 12, Physics Club 4, Girls' State 3. Tattler 234. NHS 34. Scholarship W's 3, Student Council 1. Mat Maids 2, Stage Crew 1, Kiwanis Scholar, D.A.R recipient. Editor of Tattler 34, Times Most Valuable Staffer Award 3, High School Journalism Institute Scholarship Alternate Top Ten. Times Correspondent 3. Ukes: Shakespeare, my cats, Christmas. Dislikes: Tea. gossipy people, being bored. Ambition: To win the Nobel Prize in Literature! Ideal Senior Most Likely to Succeed. Monique Leigh Vanek Monl'Q â Spanish Club 1, Oilerettes 4, Chorus 14, Library 3. Ukes. Friendly people, REO Speedwagon. Dislikes: English, phony people Ambition: To be a social worker. Pamela Gen Vasquez Pam âTrack 1234, Booster Club 1234, W Club 34. Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 1234, Industnal Arts 4, FEA 234, Oilerettes 234. Band 1234, Chorus 1234, Tattler 234, Student Council 4, Stats 4, Mat Maids 234. Latino Organization Scholarship Certificate Likes: Chicken, singing, running. Dislikes: Tacos, writing, cottage cheese. Ambition: To travel to different states, and countries and to be well-known 95 Ed Vavrek Football 1, Spanish Club 12, Scholarship Wâs 1. Likes Fast cars, fast foods, fast women. Dislikes: Novas, and everything else they won't print. Ambition: To lay rubber from Jock Corner to the Boulevard! Rorvda WardâTransferred Laura Jean Ya vec Yar -Art Club I, Oilerettes 1, Library 34 Ukes: Carnivals, winter time. Dislikes: Hot weather, meatloaf Ambition: moving to England and living in a castle of peace. Shern Lynn Young Sher - Spanish Club 1, Oilerettes 1234, Band 123, Chorus 12. Likes: The country, outdoors, '55 Chevy pick-ups. Dislikes: Baseball, liver. Ambition: To always be happy through life Tim Zahorsky Za Football 12, Baseball 1234, Booster Club 4, âW Club 34, Spanish Club 1234, Art Club 4, Monitor 3, Reflector 4. Scholarship W's 2. Honorable Mention All-Conference catcher 3. Ukes: Baseball, Richway 41, Nique's Dad's holiday candy. Dislikes: Brown potato chips, book reports, road apples. Ambition: To survive college and to get a good job Gregory John Zorich Z âFootball 1234, Basketball 1234, W Club 234. Spanish Club 1234, Physics Club 4. Scholarship W's 2 Likes: Italian food, nutroll. Dislikes: Term papers, long fingernails. Ambition: Make it out of college and live a successful life Ideal Senior: Class Flirt. Veronica Mane Zrnchik Ronnie -Track 1234. Booster Club 1234, W Club 1234. Spanish Club 1234. Art Club 12, FEA 2, Physics Club 4, Class Officer 4 Likes. Rolling Stones, diamond rings, ribbons. Dislikes: Advanced Algebra, being interrupted Ambition: To get a PhD in Psychology Ideal Senior: Best Dressed, 1981: A CLASS TO REMEMBER! 96 SENIORS AT THE TOP OF THEIR CU SS 97 Wayne Blake ÂŤ7 Loretta Chorba 8 Patti Grenchik ÂŤ9 Jerry Ulloa 10 HAPPINESS IS NICEST EYES John Gurekovich Linda Lawson BEST DRESSED Frank Pustek Veronica Zrnchik NICEST SMILE Natalie Postell Ron Drewniak MOST TALENTED Jim Broderick Kelly Carroll MOST SCHOOL SPIRITED WITTIEST Herman Lund Ellen Cain Karen Kasper Don Demkovich QUIETEST Ed Gregor Ronda Shadle BEST PERSONALITY Jerry Ulloa Missy Johnson FRIENDLIEST Donna Adams Brian Mahony BEING AN IDEAL SENIOR! HAPPIEST Jim Jaroszewicz Michelle Milcarek MOST TALKATIVE Kevin Tobias Lisa McNinch CLASS FLIRTS Jeannine Riggins Greg Zorich MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Don Kark Vicki Urbanik CUTEST COUPLE Wayne Blake Carla Gormley TEACHER'S PETS Patty Grenchik John Evanich Mr. Kompier FUNNIEST LAUGH Rosie Svitko Bob Hruskocy MOST ATHLETIC Elaine Stahura Paul Haviley BEST DANCERS Judy Duray Frank Roman 3 down, 1 to go!!! Not Pictured: Tom Biedron Boyce Brown Arnold Campos Joe Filipek Diane Murray Mike Rooke John Sotello Jack Taylor Timmy Wright The Class of '82 was busy this year making preparations for The Prom held in the spring of 1981. Selling projects such as, Christmas Bells; popcorn and candy; and dances, helped aid the juniors in financing the prom. The Homecoming attendant, chosen by the junior class to represent them, was Donna Yanas. Her escort was Walker Ewing. The class officers were chosen at the end of the school year of '79. Jim Kasper, Pres.; Patti Jaroszewicz, Vice-Pres.; Nancy Cornelius, Treas.; and Jackie Justak, Sec. With one more year left the juniors are looking forward to widening their goals and ideas. The Junior Homecoming Float. Athletes at Sports Banquet Mike Beno Robert Bonchik Tim Boyle John Burosh Janet Carroll Nancy Cornelius David Cox Andrew Curosh Maria Dominquez Billy Dunn Brian Fttzpatn Stella Flores Tim Gabrish Greg Grdina Esther Guajardo Debbie Harris Don Harris Kevin Hansen Lori Haviley Jackie Jancek Patti Jaroszewicz Janice Jefchak Maryann Jerzyk Jackie Justak Diane Kapitan Jim Kasper Fran Knott Bob Kolezarik Dan Kristek Kenny Kusbel Greg Kuss Bill Larson joe Lawson John Macak Robert Macko 100 Kelly Mahony Cindy McKinney Greg Noble Usa Noble Alice Obermiller Cindy Odlivak Mike Otic Sherri Owen Steve Parker Melina Rancich Andrea Renda Elva Reyna Jim Rodgers Pablo Rodriquez Luann Ruzich Paula Senics Jim Simants Eugene Sotello Stephanie Stamper Debbie Stribiak Cindy Summey Roberta Tenorio Linda Tinsley Danny Ulloa Greg Whitlock Dawn Williams Mike Williamson Jim Witczak Denise Wood Ed Wunder Donna Yanas Eighty-Three, Then We're Free Not Pictured: Dana Brand Debbie Campos Julie Ciers Steve Cox Bill Crowe Jay Csonka Darrell Dollins Henry Gonzalez Barry Harding Jim Reeves George Rodriquez Mark Sylwestrowicz Rich Sylwestrowicz The sophomore class had one of their largest fund raisers this year, which was a four foot stocking full of toys, candy, games, and stuffed animals. Homecoming was a big event this year for the sophomore class because it was their first year for their float to be judged. On the top of the float was a 7-up bottle and the motto of the float was Oilers are moving up. The Sophomore Homecoming attendant was Cathy Zahorsky escorted by Tony Bobos. Shayne Anderegg Russell Atteberry Paul Bachusz Tony Bobos James Buranosky Tammy Burden Curtis Carroll Karen Carroll Beth Carter Francisco Cuadra Bucky Cornelius Micheal Craig Coleen Cribari Beth Dado Bill Daly Bill Evanich Norby Fehrman Maureen Fitzpatrick Manuel Franco Jonelle Fritz Linda Gacsko Laura Gormley Mary Jo Grdina Pete Gurekovich Ken Gyure Darlene Hansen Mark Harbin David Holden MaryKay Hruskocy Joellyn Justak Monica Klein George Koleszarik Robbie Kometz Ann Leach John Matelski 102 Sophomore Homecoming Float C. Zahorsky, Homecoming attendant with Tony Bobos as escort. Officers are: B. Evanich, Treas.; J. Buranosky, Fitzpatrick ViCe'PreS'; d M 8 Pustek films a basketbal1 9a⢠C. Stincic and M. Hruskocy during Spirit Week. Dawn McGowan Joe Milcarek Russell Mindas Cindy Perrine Susan Pivovarnik David Polak Bobby Pustek Jo Ann Puplava Keith Queen Patti Renda Gerri Riggins Donna Rogers Maria Roman Joey Semancik Karen Shebish Julie Slivka Becky Smith Cathy Smolen Andy Treat Cindy Stincic Carol Vavrek Van Thu Vo Peaches Wajvoda Jack Winebrenner Mike Wunder Eddie Yocum Bonnie Young Brenda Young Cathy Zahorsky 103 Greenies join the family Not Pictured are: James Goff Skippy McCandless Leticia Marie Rodriquez Lynn Rodriquez Maria Trevino The Freshmen class started the year successfully by raising money, earned from many selling projects such as candy and acrylic decorations. Miss Sheldon is the class sponsor and she along with the officers organized most activities. The Freshmen class has proven that they can work together and get the job done! D. Terry and J. Huckaby show their talent. Mike Adams Mike Aicher Bruce Bailey Jo Anne Baranowski Sasha Blesic Kevin Brimer David Brown Tina Butler Gilberto Cabrera Arlene Casey Jeff Chorba Kathy Clark Jill Copeland Terry Crowe Denise Dobrowalski Ann Drozda Tommy Dunn Tommy Evanich Joan Filipek Jesse Flores Tim Gazda Dawn Gemerek Chris Gregor Paul Grigoriadis Linda Guajardo Jennifer Harris Steve Haviley Jeff Huckaby Rachel Huerta Richard Huerta Steve Jancho Carolyn Jerzyk Christine Johnson Mike Johnson Renee Kantowski 104 Freshmen girls flash a smile for the camera. Freshmen cheerleaders show they're school spirited. Freshman Homecoming attendant L. Guajardo escorted by J. Chorba. Officers are: Treas., T. Butler; Sec., A. Casey; Spon. Miss Sheldon; Pres., B. Mateja; and Vice-Pres., M. Postell. M. Senics is surprised by the camera. Diane Kovacek La Raye Kindel Mike Keown Jeannie Kometz Kelley Kubacki Karen Kuss Becky Mateja Alice McHale Susan Morando Danese Murray Craig Murzyn Susie Otic Mike Polak Melody Postell Jim Puente Elva Rodriquez Bobbie Roebuck Chris Sarvanidis Mike Senics Renee Sierra Sue Simants Marty Stapleton Pam Stincic Darrell Terry Helen Ulloa Sandy Ulloa Craig VanMeter Laura Vargas Audie Vasquez Anna Westerfield Patty Wilkening Brian Williams Peggy Winn Sue Witczak Steve Wood 105 8th Grade; GETTING READY End of another day's work. NOT PICTURED Dean Finley Gloria Villareal What is Tom up to now? Three 8th graders who are late for class! Diane Atherton Mike Barnes Crystal Blake Lora Bucko Tom Castle Betty Ciers Donna Close Tina Johnson LaRhonda Jones Sheila Kirkland Randy Kuss Linda Lewis Kathy Unko Robert Livingston Paul Lund Robert Maleckar Valentine Montero Garnett Myers FOR HIGH SCHOOL Byron Peterson April Postell Julie Preneta Jesus Ramirez Christina Rodriquez Toni Roebuck Mike Rowden Robin Rutherford Mike Saylors Becky Stephens Billy Taylor Dave Tinsley Cindy Tittle Doyle Wallace Joey Wittman 8th grade girls at a football game. 107 mm W f'-Xl .... â Hi JB n s.p r ft 4 Cynthia Arredondo Polly Arredondo Sheila Barnes Chris Burosh Jennifer Cronin Joe Dobrowolski David Dollins Angela Finley Andrea Hanis Scott Harbin Terri Johnson Tom Kidd Joe Livingston Julie Macak Charlene O'Brien Cheryline O'Brien Peter Oprisko Phillip Patrick NOT PICTURED Jim Boyd Rinee Carter Celeste Castillo Mathew Gajewski Scott Hill Ken Ruman 7th Grade; THE NEWEST - Jr. High girls pose for a picture. Sitting around in gym is fun. 7th graders ham it up. ADDITIONS TO WHITING Nancy Polak Rusty Rooke Wayne Simmons Brian Stincic Wendy Tittle MaryLynn Tobias Jay Toomey Mike Toomey Isabell Villarreal Ken Wallace Chris Watters Jeff Westerfield OLD AND NEW FACES Mrs. Marie Dado is a school bookkeeper, Mrs. Secretary, and Pat Kantowski is also a school Dorothy Shaner is the Superintendent's bookkeeper. The administration welcomed a new Superintendent to Whiting this year. Mr. Novak's duties as superintendent were to see that students at Whiting High receive the best education possible. Mr. Novak and the school board determine the school's policies from year to year. The duties of the secretaries are to keep the records and business in order. Also, we can't forget Mr. Kountoures and Mr. Daniels because they relate directly with the students in areas of discipline and counseling. no MAKE A GOOD TEAM Mr. John Kountoures is the Principal of the Jr. and Sr. High. Mr. Gerald Novak is the new Superintendent at W.H.S. W.H.S. FACULTY: TEACHERS Mr. Don Adkins Civics, Government, Consumer Education, Senior Class Sponsor, Cross Country Coach, Boys' Track Coach 10 years at Whiting Mr. J.B. Allen Geometry, Advanced Algebra, Senior Math, Practical Senior Math 32 years at Whiting Miss Jean Benko Girls' P.E., 7-8th grade Health, Volleyball Coach, Girls' Sports Co-Ordinator, Girls' B-team Basketball Coach 7 years at Whiting Miss Christina Benson Elementary Chorus, Music Appreciation, High School Chorus, Drama Club Sponsor 2 years at Whiting Mr. Nick Crnkovich World History, Football Coach 9 years at Whiting Mrs. Rosemary Demkovich Art, Advanced Art, Ceramics, Art Club Sponsor, Junior Class Sponsor 13 years at Whiting Mrs. Jane DePeugh Sophomore English, FEA Sponsor 22 years at Whiting Mr. Thomas M. Faulkner Typing II, Accounting, Business Math 30 years at Whiting 112 AS WELL AS FRIENDS Mrs. Virginia Gergel Chemistry, Advanced Chemistry, 8th Grade Science 17 years at Whiting Mr. Norman E. Hall Metal I-II; Drafting 31 years at Whiting Mrs. Mary Hanis 8th - 9th Grade English, Tattler Sponsor 17 years at Whiting Mr. Alexander Kompier English III L G - Basic, English 9G 23 years at Whiting Miss Carol Kowal Clothing - Cooking, 8th Grade Home Ec., Elementary Primary Art, B-Squad Volleyball Coach 1 year at Whiting Mr. Leo Laspas English Reading 8 years at Whiting Mr. Paul Laub Algebra, Economics, Booster Club Sponsor, Girls' Basketball Coach, Reflector Sponsor, Assistant Baseball Coach 9 years at Whiting Mrs. Melody Logsdon High School Band Director, Jr. High Band, Elementary Band, Sophomore Class Sponsor 2 years at Whiting 113 TEACHERS: IT'S NOT ALL Mr. Gary Meyer U.S. History, Current Problems, Psychology, Varsity Basketball Coach, Golf Coach 5 years at Whiting Mr. Michael E. Mihalo Typing I, Shorthand, Office Practice 27 years at Whiting Mr. Vincent Oliver Health, Attendance Officer 21 years at Whiting Mr. Edward Pawlus 7th-8th grade Math 30 years at Whiting Mr. Joseph Poropat Print Shop-Shop Math, Careers, Power Mechanics 12 years at Whiting Mr. Bill Rebey Woodshop I-II, Drafting I-II, 8th grade Industrial Arts, Industrial Arts Sponsor, Mat Maids Sponsor, W Club Sponsor, Wrestling Coach 15 years at Whiting Miss Beverly Sheldon Librarian, Freshman Class Sponsor 12 years at Whiting Mr. John Sorota Physics, General Math, Basic Math, 7th grade Science, Concession Stand, Physics Club Sponsor 16 years at Whiting RED INK AND CHALK Mr. Von Stoffer General Science, Biology 28 years at Whiting Mr. Jack Taylor Spanish I, II, III, IV, Spanish Club Sponsor 34 years at Whiting Mr. James Ulrich German I, II, Practical Senior English, English IVL IVR, German Club Sponsor 26 years at Whiting Mr. Ron Vrabel 7th - 8th Grade History, Boys' B-Squad Basketball Coach 11 years at Whiting Mr. Raymond Zubeck Athletic Director, Boys' P.E., Girls' Track Coach 20 years at Whiting The teachers at Whiting High aren't just teachers. They're friends as well as advisors. Their experience and wisdom help students throughout the school years. Their help and understanding during school may not seem much now, but it will be helpful in the future. A few teachers have attended seminars during the summer for such courses as math and English. So when you see a teacher from Whiting High, think of them not only as a teacher but as a friend. 115 âGOING IN STYLE This year's latest styles consist of fashions ranging from hairstyles and blazers to vest and shoes. As the disco look fades out, the western look came in. Name brand jeans also became a big hit, ranging from Levi Strauss to Cheryl Teigs, and John Travolta. Blazers and vests have become popular in recent years. Blazers aren't just worn with dressy pants and shirts, but also with jeans. Cowboy boots have become a big fashion of today. They are worn with just about anything from jeans to dresses. The fashions of yesterday may be the fads of tomorrow. P. Bachusz, T. Zahorsky, L. Haviley, and D. Adams show the different kinds of shoes worn today. V 118 L. Lawson and L. Gacsko show you the casual look in sportswear. New Faces, Places and Things Students take their time eating their lunch in the new cafeteria. New additions this year include new faces such as the new Superintendent, Mr. Novak, and bewildered faces of the freshman class. The wheelchair lift, which was installed in the fall, help students like Matt Gajewski to get up and down the stairs a lot quicker without lots of difficulty. Some students find it more convenient to eat at the Nathan Hale cafeteria due to the shortened lunch hour this year. We look to the future for new ideas for improving and bettering our school. M. Gajewski demonstrates how to use the wheelchair lift. Mr. Novak and J. Kometz are two of the many new faces of W.H.S. J. Evanich smiles deviously as he makes his â1st mistake on the new scoreboard. 119 Studying and Hard Work Pays Off. Exceptional students from Whiting High have won academic awards this year. Along with the annual Scholarship W's and Hoosier Boy's State and Hoosier Girl's State awards, there were other awards, such as Hugh O'Brian, Hoosier State Bank Award, and National Merit Award. Scholarship W's are given to students who maintain a B; average for a whole year. Hoosier Girl's and Boy's State Representatives are chosen by teachers who feel these students have leadership, responsibility, and dependability. This year's Hoosier Girl's State Representative Vicki Urbanik was unable to attend, the alternate was Carla Gormley. Hoosier State Representatives L. to R.; Natalie Posted, Vicki Urbanik, John Evanich, and Don Kark. Vicki Urbanik, winner of Daughters of the American Revolution award. Hoosier Bank Award winner Nancy Cornelius and Hugh O'Brian Award winner Coleen Cribari. Hoosier State Alternates L. to R.; Carla Gormley, Wayne Blake, Kelly Carroll, and Jimbo Polak. 120 Junior Scholarship W's winners (first row L. to R.): Karen Kasper, Carla Gormley, Vicki Urbanik, Michelle Milcarek, Jim Jaroszewicz. Sophomore Scholarship W's winners (first row L. to R.): Mary Ann Jerzyk, Jim Simants, Patti Jaroszewicz, and Nancy Cornelius. Not pictured is Andrew Curosh. Freshman Scholarship W's winners (first row L. to R.): Cindy Stincic, Karen Shebish, Laura Gormley, Beth Carter, Patti Renda, and Mark Harbin. Not pictured are: (Bill Daly and Jim Buranosky). Keeping Tabs on Whiting's Athletes Behind every wrestling meet, baseball, volleyball, girls' and boys' basketball games, and every crosscountry meet, there are a devoted group of girls known as Stat Girls and Mat Maids . The girls in these groups are responsible for scorekeeping, timekeeping, and player statistics. They are a valuable asset to coaches and players alike. G. Riggins, B. Dado, C. Smolen, and M. McGowan are a few of the dedicated Mat Maids. K. Kasper, N. Postell, and J. Riggins pause from their busy duties to take a picture. C. Gormley films every minute of the meets. The girls' basketball stat girls are (bottom L. to R.): R. Svitko, and M. Hruskocy, (top L. to R ): J. Justak, D. Williams, and M. Jerzyk. 122 The Mat Maids are (bottom L. to R.): L. Noble, S. Owens, P. Vasquez, C. Gormley, C. Smolen, L. Gormley, and G. Riggins, (top L. to R ): C. Stincic, K. Carroll, B. Dado, M. Grdina, P. Renda, and M. McGowan. Not pictured K. Carroll. P. Renda, M. Grdina, and P. Vasquez are always prepared to work. The volleyball stat girls are (clockwise from top): D. Yanas, C. Johnson, M. Klein, L. Haviley, S. Simants, M Grdina, and S. Witczak. 123 DONNA AND BO REIGN OVER SECTIONAL ACTIVITIES February brought much more than cold weather to Whiting High. To a very lucky senior girl, it held the title of 1981 Sectional Sweetheart. In order to get more people involved this year, the queen was crowned at the basketball game against River Forest. Then, the following day, February 14, the annual Sectional Sweetheart dance was held in the Whiting Memorial Gym. The dance was sponsored by the Booster Club. The music was provided by Glen Gerini. For all who attended, this was a Valentine's Day not soon to be forgotten. 1981 Sectional Queen D. Adams and J. Polak Mr. Basketball, smile for the camera. The nominees and their escorts anxiously await the announcement of the Sweetheart Queen. T. Gabrish and J. Justak sway slowly to the Halftime entertainment was provided by the music. Oilerettes. 124 Senior nominees for Sectional Queen L. to R. M. Milcarek, Queen âD. Adams, K. Carroll, and V. Urbanik. Queen and Class attendants L. to R: C. Johnson (Freshman), K. Shebish (Sophomore), Sectional Queen D. Adams, E. Guajardo (Junior). 125 1981 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS ÂŁ very happy Whiting team right after winning the Sectional. Whiting certainly earned this title of Sectional Champs! The first game showed Whiting and Bishop Noll even for 3 quarters, but Whiting exploded in the 4th quarter to whip 5th ranked BNI (62-50). The second game had Whiting and Roosevelt tied at the end of regulation play, but Whiting pulled through with seconds remaining and upset the Riders 51-50. To celebrate these victories and the school's newest title, a parade of Whiting fans and supporters met at the Whiting Memorial Gymnasium for a pep rally after the game. Each team member, coach, and manager expressed the reasons why they thought we had won. Two important factors were the cheering bloc who were heard through Washington Gym, and the memory of Bernie Biel. Then Superintendent Mr. Novak declared that there would be no school Monday March 2 and Friday afternoon March 6. The school and city of Whiting will always remember this victory because of the team's hustle and the fans' support. Team members in the Sectional Victory Parade. .. . 1st SINCE 1924! A i ttfc? i!j V 'vA mv r Excited fans show their emotions after winning the Sectional Tourney. Jimbo and Paul let everyone know how they feel about winning the Sectional Tournament. Dolores Geffert Assistant Cashier The First Bank of Whiting 1121 Sheffield Ave. A Dyer, Indiana 46311 fl (219)865-3100 B G3 Fir t Stank Congratulations Class of 1981 from all your friends at ED First Jfonk OF WHITING MAIN OFFICE 1500 - 119th ST. WHITING. IND. PHONE: 659-0043 CHI (312) 221-3900 HIGHLAND OFFICE RTE. 41 AT 45th AVE. HIGHLAND, IND. PHONE:924-6400 Commercial loan Trust Dept. Phone:924-0744 PINE ISLAND OFFICE U.S. 30 BURR ST. CROWN POINT, IND. PHONE:769-1610 Mortgage Department Phone:769-161O DYER OFFICE 1121 SHEFFIELD AVE DYER. IND PHONE 865-3100 GRIFFITH OFFICE 500 N.BROAD ST. GRIFFITH, IND. 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WHITING, INDIANA KAREN SHEBISH, JEFF HUCKABY, THERESA ZEBRACKI STAR SALES 1703 CALUMET AVENUE WHITING, INDIANA JACKIE JUSTAK JIM RODGERS 135 JUSTAK SONS PHONE: 659-0213 2336 SCHRAGE AVENUE WHITING, INDIANA 46394 I I JAY SKAGGS LORETTA CHORBA 136 GEORGE KINGSLEY SON % LYNN GACSKO BILLY TAYLOR CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1981 From: MR. MRS. JOSEPH ZAHORSKY Our economy has weakened in recent years, and increased productivity is an important step in strengthening it. The men and women ot the Western Division of Jones Laughlm Steel Corporation are dedicated to improving productivity Constant attention and effort by everyone day to day. week to week, continuously is helping to strengthen the mills and the company, contributing to the vitality of the local and national economies We re proud to do our part. Were the new strength In steel. Productivity. 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Blvd. Whiting, Indiana 46394 Whiting, Ind. 46394 Phone: 659-1632 Phone: 659-0840 ELECTRIC THE H00SIER COMPANY THEATER 1335â119th St. 2405 Calumet Ave. Whiting, Indiana Hammond, Indiana 46394 46320 Phone: 659-1234 Phone: 932-0680 Family entertainment since 1924 TODTOGTOWg Today! Because tomorrow is just around the corner, and your future will depend a lot on the decisions you make today. Your career goal is probably the single most important decision you'll make, so consider it carefully. Consider your interests and skills, and then consider working for a company that will allow you the opportunity to develop and use them effectively. At Inland Steel we like to bring out the best in people. We do it through training programs, and by offering growth potential. We need solid employees on the production lines, in the craft apprenticeships, in our laboratories, and in the offices. We've built a strong reputation as a first-rate steelmaker, and we built it with the help of our employees. But we don't rest on past laurels. Like you, we're looking at tomorrow. Indiana Harbor Works 3210 Watling Street East Chicago, IN 46312 â Inland Steel An Equal Opportunity Employer 148 AMERICAN SLOVAK CLUB Whiting, Indiana 46394 1st Row Joe Tom Tom Walter Janota Furiak Reynolds Oster 2nd Row Phil Jack Alex Vince Mateja Gresko Frankowiak Schauer 149 w mf rff PARENTS' PAGE THANKS MOM DAD! Mr. Mrs. Henry Drewniak Mr. Mrs. Terrance Fitzpatrick Mr. Mrs. George Macko Mr. Mrs. Ciers Tom Joan Mr. Mrs. Garland Rodgers Mr. Mrs. George Curosh Moonâ Hruskocy Family Frank Judy Murzyn Mr. Mrs. Pat Wilkening Mr. Mrs. Thomas Justak Chester, Barbara, Ron Sefchik Mr. Mrs. James Riggins Mr. Mrs. Haviley, Jr. Eugene Jinxâ Kasper, Class of '78 Mr. Mrs. James Polak Mr. Mrs. Edward W. Wajvoda Mr. Mrs. Robert Shebish Mr. Mrs. Michael Kometz Mr. Mrs. John Kark Mr. Mrs. Albert Odlivak Mr. Mrs. Jaroszewicz Mr. Mrs. Ricardo Rodriquez Mr. Mrs. Kenneth Queen Mr. Mrs. Norman Hill Mr. Mrs. Harry Milcarek Mr. Mrs. Neil Boyle Mr. . Mrs. Lloyd Postell Mr. Sc Mrs. Ed Fritz Mr. Sc Mrs. Philip J. Mateja Ms. Jean Blake Mr. Sc Mrs. Milan Gurekovich Mr. Sc Mrs. N. Blesic Mr. Sc Mrs. Wm Larson Mr. Sc Mrs. Paul Kuss Judge Sc Mrs. W.J. Obermiller Mr. Sc Mrs. Stan Jancek Mrs. Ruiz â â . :' O iT 4ND NOW A word FROM OUR SPO USORS. . . DOKJ ACBERVo NAItf DÂŁSte,UtJOG, ACAUt W PR. TERRE Ct L W(flK D.p.S, DU6T MOTORS DR, 6DW HR0 f. KOSiEK F RCDâs 9P t k)T SiftutV MCDiCAL CM jOic Mamkoa;!) COHKOMitV CXMreR. Act, exrtfeMz sFr Cc-mpwkW x c. Bill Sheri's HAIR DESIGNS JANE BERLIN DANCE STUDIO 1926 INDIANAPOLIS BLVD WHITING, IND. 46394 Phone: 659-0250 HAIR DESIGNS 1926 Indianapolis Bird. Whiting, Ind. 46394 HAPPINESS IS BEING A SENIOR!! THANK YOU, MR. ADKINS FOR FOUR GREAT YEARS! THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN MR. LOVASKO 1 L0VASK0 STUDIO! A Compliments of CONGRATS SENIORS!!! FROM the class of 1981. THE REFLECTOR STAFF! GIVE US A BREAK! These girls help each other with homework after school. These senior girls have found time to chat in the hallways. D. Harris takes a drink from the water fountain between classes. C. Linko and M. Milcarek joke around before the bell rings to start class. To most students, school was just a routine part of every day. The most routine part of it is waking every morning and always rushing to get to school on time. This routine of waking was so familiar to a lot of people that they found themselves waking up early on Saturday morning and getting half way dressed before realizing what day it was. A school day was usually filled with tests, note taking, and other assignments. The 3:00 bell was welcomed by everyone, except those involved in extracurricular activities. The routine of school was broken with pep rallies, assemblies, and the weekends. 153 THE CLOCK STRIKES 12 FOR THE OILERS All good things must come to an end, just as Whiting's 12 game winning streak ended against Andrean in the finals of the Gary Regional. The Oilers earned their right to the finals by defeating Highland 61-45. Whiting played a tough 32 minutes against Andrean, but Andrean pulled through late in the game. Although our team did not win Regionals, they are by no means losers. The 1980-1981 basketball team will be remembered by the school and city of Whiting for a long time to come. Shown here is a small portion of Whiting fans. J. Polak shakes his Andrean opponent's hand before the start of the final game. Seniors are shown performing their skit The Oilerellas'' at the Regional pep rally. P. Haviley looks helpless as he watches the game after fouling out. 154 These Senior Cheerleaders demonstrate a T. Gabrish receives a t-shirt from one of the difficult mount at the pep rally. many Whiting patrons who supported the Oilers. The Oilers received much publicity, including television coverage. The Oilers concentrate on shooting while warming up for the game. 155 INDEX A's Adams, Donna 35, 38, 50, 51, 53, 62, 70, 74, 75, 86, 98, 118, 123, 124, 125, 130. Adams, Mike 104. Adkins, Mr. 64, 67, 86, 112. Aicher, Mike 78, 104. Allen, Mr. 9, 112. Anderegg, Shayne 49, 58, 102. Atherton, Diane 106. Atteberry, Russell 56, 102. Arrendondo, Cynthia 108. Arrendondo, Polly Ann 108. B's Bachusz, Paul 52, 64, 76, 102, 118. Bailey, Bruce 56, 78, 80, 81, 104 Bailey, Donna 86. Bailey, Tina 10, 20, 86. Balogh, Sandy 86. Baranowski, JoAnne 38, 49, 51, 104. Barnes, Michael 106. Barnes, Sheila 108. Benko, Miss 70, 77, 112. Beno, Mike 18, 67, 68, 78, 100. Benson, Miss 49, 55, 112. Biedron, Tom 67, 80, 100. Blake, Crystal 106. Blake, Sally 36, 44, 50, 86, 120. Blake, Wayne 28, 38, 41, 49, 57, 80, 81, 86, 90, 97, 99, 120. Blastick, John 63, 80, 86. Blesic, Sasha 80, 81, 104. Bobos, Tony 9, 64, 76, 102, 103. Bonchik, Robert 100. Boyd, Jim 108. Boyle, Tim 38, 50, 56, 67, 68, 100. Brand, Dana 20, 102. Brimer, Kevin 64, 79, 104. Broderick, James 36, 44, 45, 49, 50, 87, 93, 98. Brown, Boyce 100. Brown, David 78, 80, 81, 104. Bucko, Lora 106. Buranosky, Jim 64, 76, 102, 103. Burden, Tammy 11, 102. Burosh, Chris 108. Burosh, John 8, 62, 68, 69, 72, 76, 82, 100. Butler, Tina 49, 51, 71, 104, 105. C's Cabrera, Gilberto, 104. Cain, Ellen, 29, 36, 39, 50, 87, 98. Campos, Arnold 50, 80, 100. Campos, Debbie 102. Carroll, Curtis 49, 102. Carroll, Janet 35, 100 Carroll, Karen 21, 38, 53, 66, 102, 123. Carroll, Kelly 40, 50, 53, 66, 86, 98, 120, 125, 134. Carter, Beth 102, 121. Carter, Rinee 108. Casey, Arlene 49, 51, 104, 105. Casey, Patty 12, 87, 91. Castillo, Celeste 108. Castle, Tom 106. Chorba, Jeffrey 52, 78, 79, 104, 105. Chorba, Loretta 8, 87, 97, 136. Ciers, Betty 106. Ciers, Julie 102. Clark, Kathy 51, 71, 77, 104 Close, Donna 106. Copeland, Jill 23, 54, 104. Cornelius, Bucky 102. Cornelius, Nancy 36, 40, 49, 52, 74, 100, 120, 121. Cox, David 100. Cox, Steve 102. Craig, Mike 102. Cribari, Coleen 102, 120. Crnkovich, Mr. 68, 112. Cronin, Jennifer 108. Crowe, Billy 102. Crowe, Terry 104. Csonka, Jay 102. Cuadra, Francisco 20, 120. Curosh, Andrew 62, 68, 72, 73, 82, 100. D's Dado, Beth 23, 38, 102, 122, 123. Daly, Bill 17, 53, 68, 76, 78, 102. Danielides, Leo 67, 130. Daniels, Mr. 110. Demkovich, Don 19, 36, 53, 59, 87, 98. Demkovich, Mrs. 54, 112. DePeugh, Mrs. 48, 112. Dobrowalski, Denise 7, 104. Dobrowalski, Joey 108. Dollins, Dale 54, 87. Dollins, Darrell 6, 81, 102. Dollins, David 106. Dominquez, Maria 70, 74, 100, 118. Drewniak, Ron 50, 57, 68, 88, 98. Drozda, Ann 104. Dunn, Bill 100. Dunn, Tommy 104. Duray, Judy 18, 88, 99. E's Evanich, Bill 64, 67, 102, 103. Evanich, John 26, 27, 31, 36, 38, 50, 62, 68, 69, 70, 79, 82, 83, 88, 99, 119, 120 Evanich, Tom 8, 50, 64, 104 F's Faulkner, Mr. 112. Fehrman, Norbie 68, 78, 102. Filipek, Joan 51, 71, 77, 104. Filipek, Joe 40, 72, 76, 100. Finley, Angela 108. Finley, Dean 108 Fitzpatrick, Brian 18, 56, 100. Fitzpatrick, Maureen 46, 48, 51, 102, 103. Flores, Jess 78, 80, 81, 104. Flores, Stella 42, 100. Franco, Manuel 102. Fritz, Jonelle 9, 35, 82, 102, 140. Fritz, Mr. 68, 82 G's Gabrish, Tim 8, 40, 72, 73, 100, 124. Gacsko, Linda 29, 44, 49, 51, 70, 102, 118, 137. Gajewski, Mathew 108, 119. Gazda, Tim 104 Gergel, Mrs. 113. Gmerek, Dawn 51, 104. Goff, James 104. Golub, Dave 10, 88. Gonzalez, Henry 78, 80, 102. Gormley, Carla 15, 36, 41, 57, 88, 97, 99, 120, 121, 122, 123. Gormley, Laura 52, 102, 121, 123. Grdina, Greg 68, 80, 81. Grdina, Mary Jo 9, 49, 51, 102, 123, 130. Grdina, Paul 89. Gregor, Chris 7, 104 Gregor, Edward 56, 88, 98. Grenchik, Patti 29, 41, 88, 97, 99. Grigoriadis, Paul 104. Guajardo, Esther 50, 70, 100, 125. Guajardo, Linda 30, 71, 104, 105. Gurekovich, John 19, 50, 63, 68, 89, 98. Gurekovich, Peter 63, 102. Gyure, Kenny 102. Hall, Mr 19, 113. Hanis, Andrea 108. Hanis, Mrs. 37, 113. Hansen, Darlene 102. Hansen, Kevin 100. Harbin, Mark 13, 68, 28, 102. Harbin, Scott 108. Harding, Barry 23, 78, 102. Harris, Debbie 42, 72, 100. Harris, Don 100. Harris, Jennifer 104. Hart, Sean 50, 56, 80, 91. Haviley, Lori 35, 49, 50, 65, 74, 100, 118, 123. Haviley, Paul 21, 26, 31, 40, 49, 50, 51, 57, 62, 64, 72, 82, 83, 86, 89, 99. Haviley, Steve 23, 64, 79, 104 Hill, Kathy 48, 49, 51, 58, 59, 89. Hill, Scott 108. Holden, David 59, 68, 76, 78, 102. Howard, Sondra 19, 89. Hruskocy, Bob 29, 38, 50, 62, 68, 69, 72, 73, 88, 89, 99, 139 Hruskocy, Mary Kay 6, 49, 50, 51, 66, 71, 102, 103, 122. Huckaby, Jeff 64, 79, 104, 135. Huerta, Rachel 104. Huerta, Richard 104. J's Jancek, Jackie 18, 49, 100. Jancho, Steve 104. Jancho, Vernon 50, 80, 89. Jansak, Linda 13, 50, 57, 65, 90. Jaroszewicz, James 14, 41, 50, 57, 68, 90, 97, 99, 121 Jaroszewicz, Patricia 40, 49, 51, 100, 121, 130. Jefchak, Janice 100. Jerzyk, Carolyn 49, 51, 104, 144. Jerzyk, MaryAnn 40, 50, 70, 100, 121, 122. Johnson, Bev 31, 90, 145. Johnson, Christine 104, 123, 125. Johnson, James 79, 104. Johnson, Missy 30, 31, 34, 35, 40, 46, 86, 90, 98 Johnson, Terri 108. Johnson, Tina 106. Jones, LaRhonda 106. Justak, Jackie 50, 51, 59, 100, 122, 124, 135. Justak, Joellyn 58, 102. K's Kantowski, Renee 22, 38, 43, 51, 71, 77, 104, 118. Kapitan, Diane 49, 70, 100. Kark, Don 14, 36, 40, 41, 50, 53, 57, 90, 92, 97, 99, 120, 121, 134. Kasper, Jim 28, 100. Kasper, Karen 11, 27, 30, 38, 39, 66, 67, 90, 98, 121, 122, 123. Keown, Cindy 38, 90. Keown, Mike 64, 105. Kidd, Thomas 108. Kindell, LaRaye 49, 105. Kirkland, Sheila 106. Klein, Monica 77, 102, 123. Klosek, Mr. 72. Knott, Francis 21, 100. Koleszarik, George 38, 81, 102. Koleszarik, Robert 68, 80, 82, 100 Kometz, Jeannine 71, 77, 105, 119. Kometz, Robbie 67, 68, 76, 78, 102. Kompier, Mr. 99, 113. Kountoures, Mr. 38, 111. Kovacek, Diane 12, 51, 77, 105. Kovacek, Jim 12, 51, 91. Kowal, Miss 71, 113. Kristek, Dan 67, 81, 100. Krizo, Dennis 91. Kubacki, Kelley 12, 46, 71, 77, 105. Kusbel, Kenny 100. Kuss, Greg 56, 63, 100. Kuss, Karen 49, 58, 105, 135. Kuss, Randy 106. Kuss, Ray 38, 57, 82, 91 L'S Larson, Rich 38, 67, 91. Larson, William 11, 48, 50, 51, 56, 67, 100. Laspas, Mr. 113. Laub, Mr. 51, 74, 82, 113, 160. Lawson, Larry 81, 100, 118. Lawson, Linda 19, 91, 98. Leach, Ann 102. Leach, Tim 18, 91. Lewis, Linda 106. Linko, Chris 39, 91. Linko, Kathleen 106. Livingston, Robert 106. Livingston, Joseph 108. Logsdon, Mrs. 45, 113. Lund, Herman 50, 56, 66, 67, 92, 98. Lund, Paul 106. M's Macak, John 100. Macak, Julie 108. Macko, Robert 100. Mahony, Brian 92, 98. Mahony, Kelly 11, 42, 70, 74, 101. Maleckar, Robert 106. Mateja, Becky 43, 49, 51, 71, 74, 75, 105. Matelski, John 102. McGowan, Missy 17, 53, 103, 122, 123. McHale, Alice 77, 105. McHale, Mary 51, 59, 89, 92. McCandless, Skippy 104. McKinney, Cindy 49, 101. McNinch, Lisa 46, 64, 92, 99 Mendilut, Vivian 58, 92. Meyer, Mr. 63, 72, 114. Milcarek, Joe 103. Milcarek, Michelle 35, 42, 48, 50, 66, 92, 99, 121, 125, 131. Mihalo, Mr. 114. Mindas, Russel 20, 48, 49, 103. Montero, Valentine 106. Morando, Susan 105. Murray, Danese 105. Murray, Diane 100. Murzyn, Craig 22, 105. 156 Myers, Garnett 106. N's Noble, Greg 48, 51, 56, 81, 101. Noble, Lisa 101, 123. Novak, Mr 111, 119. 0's Oakley, Tracy 21, 29, 35, 44, 50, 51, 53, 54, 92, 95, 130. Obermiller, Alice 49, 51, 101. O'Brien, Charlene 108. O'Brien, Cheryline 108. Odlivak, Cynthia 29, 36, 40, 65, 66, 101, 118, 130. Oliver, Mr. 114 Oprisko, Peter 108. Otic, Mike 15, 101. Otic, Susie 105. Owens, Sherri 101, 123. Parker, Steven 49, 101. Patrick, Philip 108. Pawlus, Mr. 114 Perrine, Cindy 103. Peterson, Byron 106. Piatek, Mr. 65. Pilarcik, Mike 93. Pivovarnik, Sue 9, 31, 50, 77, 103. Polak, Dave 68, 72, 73, 103. Polak, Jim 41, 50, 62, 68, 69, 72, 73, 120, 124, 134. Polak, Michael 68, 78, 79, 105. Polak, Nancy 109. Poropat, Mr. 114. Posted, April 106. Posted, Melody 35, 43, 51, 77, 105, 140. Posted, Natalie 35, 38, 40, 41, 50, 51, 66, 74, 93, 97, 98, 120, 122, 123, 147, 160. Preneta, Julie 106. Puente, Jim 105. Puplava, JoAnn 103. Pustek, Bob 50, 54, 63, 65, 72, 76, 103. Pustek, Frank 35, 50, 57, 62, 63, 65, 66, 72, 98, 144. Q's Queen, Greg 93. Queen, Keith 22, 78, 103. R's Ramirez, Jesus 106. Rancich, Melena 42, 51, 101. Rebey, Mr. 19, 50, 56, 80, 81, 114. Reeves, Jim 102. Renda, Andrea 36, 46, 66, 101. Renda, Patti 49, 51, 66, 103, 121, 123. Reyna, Elva 101. Riggins, Gerri 14, 71, 77, 103, 122, 123. Riggins, Jeannine 30, 36, 39, 50, 51, 74, 75, 93, 99, 122, 123. Rodgers, James 50, 64, 67, 101, 135. Rodriquez, Christina 108. Rodriquez, Elva 105. Rodriquez, George 102. Rodriquez, Leticia Marie 104. Rodriquez, Lynn 104. Rodriquez, Pablo 23, 50, 56, 68, 81, 101. Roebuck, Bobbie 20, 105. Roebuck, Toni 108. Rogers, Donna 17, 53, 103. Roman, Frank 93, 99. Roman, Maria 103. Rooke, Fred 109 Rooke, Mike 56, 80, 100. Rowden, Mike 106. Ruman, Ken 108. Rutherford, Robin 106. Ruzich, Luann 50, 101. S's Sarvanidis, Chris 78, 80, 81, 105. Saylors, Mike 38, 106. Scher, Dave 94, 134. Seira, Renee 105. Semancik, Joey 68, 78, 82, 103. Senics, Mike 78, 79, 105. Senics, Paula 35, 42, 51, 101. Shadle, Ronda 94, 98. Shebish, Becky 7, 50, 65, 66, 94. Shebish, Karen 9, 35, 49, 50, 51, 54, 66, 103, 121, 125, 135. Sheldon, Miss 105, 114. Simants, James 40, 101, 121. Simants, Sue 22, 43, 51, 105, 123. Simmons, Wayne 109. Skaggs, Jay 31, 50, 56, 64, 67, 80, 94, 136. Slack, Debbie 10, 94. Slivka, Julie 103. Smith, Becky 103. Smolen, Cathy 6, 13, 103, 122, 123. Sorota, Mr. 114. Sotello, Eugene 81, 101. Sotello, John 18, 100. Stahura, Elaine 38, 42, 48, 49, 50, 51, 59, 62, 70, 74, 89, 94, 99 Stamper, Stephanie 6, 48, 101. Stapleton, Marty 105. Stevens, Becky 106. Stincic, Brian 109. Stincic, Cindy 54, 71, 77, 103, 121, 123. Stincic, Pam 105. Stoffer, Mr. 115. Stribiak, Debbie 2, 38, 49, 51, 101. Stribiak, Michael 13, 82, 94. Summey, Cindy 101. Svitko, Rosie 29, 95, 99, 122. Sylwestrowicz, Mark 102. Sylwestrowicz, Rich 102. T's Taylor, Billy 45, 106, 137. Taylor, Debbie 35, 46, 47, 51, 95, 145, 147 Taylor, Jack 80, 100. Taylor, Mr. 52, 115. Tenorio, Roberta 30, 42, 101, 118. Terry, Darrell 78, 104, 105. Tinsley, David 106. Tinsley, Linda 7, 59, 101. Tittle, Cindy 106. Tittle, Wendy 109. Tobias, Kevin 36, 65, 67, 95, 99. Tobias, Mary Lynn 109. Tobias, Paul Toomey, Jay 109 Toomey, Mike 109. Treat, Andy 54, 56, 103. Trevino, Maria 104. U's Ulloa, Daniel 56, 80, 101. Ulloa, Gerardo 31, 38, 41, 49, 50, 53, 56, 62, 64, 95, 97, 98 Ulloa, Helen 46, 48, 49, 51, 105. Ulloa, Sandy 46, 48, 49, 51, 105. Ulrich, Mr. 53, 115. Urbanik, Vicki 31, 36, 37, 41, 57, 63, 95, 97, 99, 120, 121, 125. Vs Vajda, Mike 142. Vanek, Monique 13, 46, 95. VanMeter, Craig 105. Vargas, Laura 105. Vasquez, Audie 50, 56, 64, 80, 81, 105. Vasquez, Pam 36, 37, 46, 47, 48, 50, 51, 54, 56, 64, 66, 95, 123. Vavrek, Carol 9, 14, 42, 77, 103. Vavrek, Ed 96. Villareal, Isabel! 109. Villareal, Gloria 38, 106. Vo, Van 103. Vrabel, Mr. 72, 76, 115. W's Wajvoda, Peaches 34, 35, 49, 71, 103, 139. Wallace, Doyle 106. Wallace, Ken 109. Ward, Ronda 46. Waters, Chris 44, 109. Westerfield, Anna 20, 46, 49, 105. Westerfield, Jeff 109. Whitlock, Greg 38, 56, 101. Wilkening, Patti 105. Williams, Brian 64, 105. Williams, Dawn 11, 101, 122. Williamson, Mike 28, 101. Winebrenner, Jack 36, 37, 56, 103. Winn, Peggy 105. Witczak, Jim 63, 80, 101. Witczak, Sue 51, 105, 123. Wittman, Joey 108. Wood, Denise 48, 101. Wood, Steve 105. Wright, Tim 100. Wunder, Edward 16, 40, 50, 56, 63, 68, 101. Wunder, Michael 22, 63, 68, 78, 103. Yanas, Donna 16, 30, 40, 46, 48, 65, 101, 123, 130. Yazvec, Laura 59, 96. Yocum, Eddie 16, 103. Young, Bonnie 103. Young, Brenda 103. Young, Sherri 46, 96. Z's Zahorsky, Cathy 30, 102, 103, 118. Zahorsky, Tim 8, 35, 50, 51, 62, 82, 96, 118, 131, 97. Zorich, Greg 14, 50, 57, 68, 72, 96, 99. Zrnchik, Veronica 15, 50, 51, 86, 96, 98. Zubeck, Mr. 66, 115. WHERE DID IT ALL GO? The year 1981 has been shown to you in pages 1-160. You may be thinking Where did it go? High school lasts for only four short years. A freshman may think that is a long time, but from a senior's point of view, it wasn't. To all Freshmen, Sophomores, and JuniorsâGet everything you can from high school because it goes by fast. To all seniorsâGood luck in whatever you do and always remember good old Whiting High. During half-time a lot of people just munch and roam the halls. Senior girls show spirit at the Whiting-Clark game. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The main purpose of a yearbook is to show the 1981 year as it really was. Everything from the glory of a reigning queen to the frustration of an Advanced Algebra student is brought out in the yearbook. Plenty of hard work, determination, and team effort are what put a yearbook together, and the outcome of the 1981 Reflector will prove this idea. Meeting deadlines is the primary part of the work; but taking pictures, writing copy, and drawing layouts are also of major concern. Without a staff that can accept responsibility and work together, a yearbook will not materialize well. The 1981 staff carried through on all of these duties. What does a yearbook mean? To the students of Whiting, it provides memories of a particular school year and gives them a chance to see themselves and friends in pictures. To the advisor, editor, and staff, a satisfying sense of achievement is gained, after the long hours spent after school and racing the clock are over. People other than the staff play an important role in the making of a yearbook. Mr. George Kingsley, our Herff Jones Representative, answered our questions and helped the staff to design a rather interesting divider page. Once again, Mrs. Demkovich was responsible for the cover of the yearbook, which is the most important aspect of a school annual. A yearbook definitely needs good pictures, and Mr. Lovasko helped get these for the staff. The 1981 staff members are all devoted individuals who possess that special talent for devising imaginative ideas for the yearbook. Mr. Laub served as the guiding light of the Reflector staff for his second year, and he helped the staff in countless ways. Thanks are due for all the above individuals because without them the 1981 Reflector would not have been possible. Mr. Laub found that advising the yearbook can be a mess. Editor, Natalie Postell, leaves Whiting hoping that 1981 was a good year for you. The Reflector staff poses for the last picture to be taken in 1981. YEARBOOK ADVISOR Mr. Paul Laub EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Natalie Postell 1981 STAFF Seniors Donna Adams Missy Johnson Michelle Milcarek Tracy Oakley Frank Pustek Debbie Taylor Tim Zahorsky Juniors Janet Carroll Lori Haviley Melena Rancich Paula Senics Sophomores Jonelle Fritz Karen Shebish Peaches Wajvoda Freshman Melody Postell SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHERS Karen Shebish Peaches Wajvoda ADS EDITOR Missy Johnson ADS Debbie Taylor HERFF JONES REPRESENTATIVE Mr. George Kingsley, Jr. COVER DESIGN Mrs. Rosemary Demkovich PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER Mr. John Lovasko, Sr. ⢠VV w r- v- s â , v; m kSc r ? 'V' v ;: ShÂŁ.- â wA 5r C -1 . '';â Vv - nc% v' X? Nt VsV Av V ÂŤ â 'â 4 ' . SKÂŽ. J LS'X- 23? . vSC f vJ -' £§ K . v s v. â , v X% vjKV'$. j.. 3 ! M . - X . . -' X . V V . ' y ' .'. 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