Whitko High School - Spectrum Yearbook (Pierceton, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1985 volume:

Nency Huston me uy The Interplanetary Visitor's Luide Ca ge Whitho High School Whitho High School ] Big Blue Avenue South Whithey. INLE 7B7 |. Science fiction movies have become very popular in the last few years. The Star Wars trilogy, Close Encounters and E.T. are among the most successful movies ever made. These movies all dealt with interplanetary travel and in some cases, visitors to our planet. Imagine some of these planet-hoppers visiting our school. What would high school life look like to an alien? He would be confused and ina state of bewilderment. If he had a guidebook to help him, it would explain the strange, bi- zarre rituals of high school. Wouldn’t he be more comfortable? Put yourself in the shoes (or whatever they wear) of an alien as you look through this year’s yearbook and remember the day the extraterres- trials visited Whitko High School. Strange beings appear at Whitko—Five aliens visited Whitko on April I7, 1985. They were guided through the school by Vice Principal Werremeyer and Principal Reinhard. Table of Contents Faculty 3 Seniors a Community Section | Sc Academics | 44 Community Section L4 Juniors S4 Sophomores E7 Freshmen ; 7H Community Section 74 Sports 87 Activities 104 Closing ILO Autographs IL] Row |: Mr. Andrew Chalk; Mr. Terry Duggins; Mr. Gerald McClintick, Pres. Row 2: Mr. Dale Haupert; Mr. Don Huber. High school principal, Arlyn Reinhard (top left) and the rest of the Whitko staff welcomed the new Superinten- dent of Schools, Dr. Kenneth Blad. (above) Another new face was Mr. Gor- don Werremeyer (right), new high school vice-principal. Dr. Blad comes to us from Indianapolis where he was Di- rector of School Finance. One of his many goals is to improve the financial status of the school system. Mr. Werre- meyer’s goal is to encourage students to attend classes regularly and not to skip so much. Through the efforts of these fine administrators and the fac- ulty, Whitko High gained admittance to North Central Accreditation. TH PAZO): fiz Cio) G. Hathaway Athletics S$. Peoples Guidance L. Boggs Guidance D. Begley Business J. Begley Agriculture M. Blocher Special Education Kitchen Attendants: B. Darley, M. King, D. Hurd, C. Helvey, D. Kreider, M. Warner In Memory of Freda Our high school cafeteria suffered a great loss this year when the manager, Freda Johnson, was tragically killed in an auto accident. Those who were her friends and fellow workers felt that she had a heart of gold. Her friends said that she never met a person that she didn’t like. The students and faculty will miss her very much. hi, Boom-Chucka-Lucka-Boom!—Mr. T. Dilling en- hancing team spirit Another long day—Mr. B. Walker, director of the Whitko Marching Pride The yearbook staff wishes to apologize to the maintenance people and bus drivers. Due to the new working schedules and the new bus routes, we found it Virtually impossible to schedule a photograph. We did not over- look these vitally important people, and we want to thank them for all their generous con- tributions throughout the years. “Chouette” (That's great!)—friendly French in- structor, Mrs. W. Long Ln Bo 2m The Tassel Is Worth The Hassle Scholarships Nie ‘( | Awards Nig dl we POE en Man DIANE BALES Ball State University State Scholarship a RICHARD BURTON Saint Francis College Honor Scholarship Three Rivers Science Symposium Scholarship PETE CASTILLO Whitley County Art Guild Scholarship RICHARD COLE Purdue University Scholar Award LISA DELACRUZ Donald E. Love Memorial Business Scholarship KERINE HARPER Saint Francis College Honor Scholarship CYNTHIA HOWK Indiana State University Cheerleading Scholarship TINA IMEL Indiana Association of Educational Secretaries Scholarship BARBARA KELSEY State of Indiana Hoosier Scholar Award Purdue University Scholar Award Valedictorian of Whitko’s Graduating Class SANDRA KING Ball State University State Scholarship MELISSA LONG DaLite Screen Scholarship Beta Sigma Phi—Kosciusko Fair Queen Scholarship CANDY MILLER State of Indiana Hoosier Scholar Award Purdue University Scholar Award MICHAEL REIFF American Legion Auxiliary of Pierceton Scholarship BRAD REIMERSMA Salutatorian of Whitko’s Graduating Class AMY RIDENOUR State Sunshine Society Nursing Scholarship RODNEY ROBERTS Delta Theta Tau Sorority of South Whitley Scholarship NELSON SCHUMAN John Hester Adams Scholarship Marquardt Farm-Agriculture Alumni Scholarship AMY SLUSHER Florence Long United Methodist Church Memorial Scholarship LYNN SMITH Purdue University Scholar Award RHONDA WILKINSON Mikesell Scholarship to Grace College Whitko Classroom Teachers Association Scholarship ANN YOHE Lions Club of South Whitley Scholarship ve a eniors Breeze Chicago What a mouth!—Is the bus ride that bad, Lanette, A bizarre occurrance—Candy Miller is sitting or is it simply the weather? quietly after a hard day. Above: Innocently lurking—Lisa Ruse and Dawn Rubrake seem to be casing the Field Museum of Natural History. Right: Dry for now—Steve Weber, Aaron Arnold, Brian Judy, and Nelson Schuman before they get soaked on the log ride at Mariott’s. Yt IA POOR AOL AO LAAT Wives of Henry Vill—Amy Ridenour, Kaoru Miyasaka, Rhonda Wilkinson, Vivian Hansen, Sandy King, and Missy Long amuse everyone with a humorous but very unusual act. Senior Histories ALLEN, BOBBI: SSS—I, Fr Club—I, Teen Stwds—2, OEA—I,Cnct Choir—l, Aux—2, Class Sec—l FUTURE PLANS: Get married to Randy and attend Ivy Tech. with accounting as my major. ANDERS, KATHY: SSS—2,3, Fr Club—4 _ FUTURE PLANS: Get married and get a good | job. _ ANDERSON, MIKE: | FUTURE PLANS: Get a good job, get married to Rhonda Ellenberger and move to California and have fun! ARNOLD, AARON JOHN: Ft Ball—2,3,4, All Conference team—4, Bsk Ball—l, Trk—3,4, Wres—2,3,4, 2nd Conference—2, Ist Conference—4, Sectional Win—4, Capt—4, Most Improved—2, Fastest pin—3,4, Fr Club—2,3,4, Band—I,2, Ist Solo Ensemble—I FUTURE PLANS: Study at Manchester College and hope to land a job that will make me financially content. BAKER, ALETA RAE: Tennis—2, $SS—2,3, Chblock—2,3,4 FUTURE PLANS: Get a job, get married, and be happy. BAKER, SHERRI: SSS—2,3,4, OEA—4 FUTURE PLANS: | plan on getting a job and getting married to Tim this year and later on starting a family and live life to it’s fullest. BALES, DIANE: Trk—2, $SS—2,3,4, NHS—4, Fr Club—3,4, OEA—2,3,4, “The Boyfriend” —2, No Opry At The Opry House”—2, “The Matchmaker”—3, “The Sound of Music” —3, “The Christmas Carol’ —4, “My Fair Lady” —4 FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend Ball State University and then go on to Law School. BAYS, GLENDA: FUTURE PLANS: I plan to go to college to become a beautician. BOARDMAN, ROD: Ft Ball—l, Intramurals—l, Yrbk—4, Nsp—4 FUTURE PLANS: Work in electronics communications and learn how to fly helicopters. BOWERMAN, ROSIE: OEA—3,4, Chblock—I,2,3,4, “The Sound of Music” —3, “The Christmas Carol’”—4, Who’s Who Among American High School Students— 3, United States Achievement Academy National Award For Art—4 FUTURE PLANS: | plan to do I8 months mission work for overseas people, then go to college for art and drama. BOWLES, DENISE: Bsk Ball—I, Trk—2,4, 1600 meter relay record— 3, FCA—3, Chblock—I, GVC—I,2,3,4, Treas—4, Swing Choir—3,4, Concert Choir—I,2, Gospel Choir—3 FUTURE PLANS: To get married in December of ’85 and go to college and possibly become a respiratory therapist. BURTON, RICHARD BUSZ, JAMIE: Intramurals—2,3,4, Ind place—4, Speech Team—3, Band— 1,2,3,4, Stage Pep Band—l,2, “The Crucible” —l, “The Matchmaker’”—3, “My Fair Lady” —4 FUTURE PLANS: Go to college and become a very rich man! CARLIN, LINDA: Trk 1,2,3,4, capt. 2,4; cheerleader 1,2,3,4, capt. 2,4; “The Music Man” |, FCA 1,2,3, Tres. 2, Sec. 3; Speech 1,2, Sec. 2; Art Club 1,2,3,4, (five gold key finalists, two H.M. and one New York Natl.); SSS 2,3,4, Girl of Month 4; Ski Club 1,2,3; Fr. Club 1,2,3,4; NHS 2,3,4; GVC 2,3,4; Who’s Who Among American High School Students; The President’s Academic Fitness Award. FUTURE PLANS: Attend I.U.P.U ... Make bucks ... Get married ... live a long, happy life. CASTILLO, PETE: FT Ball—t,2,3,4, H.M. Conference—3, Most Valuable Running Back—3, Leading Rusher—3; Trk—2,3; Wrst—l,2; Bs Ball—l; Student Council—3,; Sp Club—4; Art Club-I,2,3,4, Treas—2; Class President—l,2; Vice- President—4; Who’s Who Among American High School Students; Whitley County Art Guild Scholarship; 3 Gold Keys and 4 H.M. in The Scholastic Art Contest, H.M. in the Dick Blick Printing Contest FUTURE PLANS: Attend John Herron School of Art. Get a good job in commercial art. Live ona small ranch in Texas and live happily ever after. COLE, RICHARD LEE: Ft. Ball—3; Bsk. Ball—I,2,3,4, Most Assists—I,2; Trk—1,2,3,4, School Records in 100, 200, 400 meter dashes, Most improved—2, Most Promising—3, Sectional Champ in 100 meter dash—3,4, 200 meter dash—2,3, 400 meter dash—4, Conference Champ—IlO0 meter dash—4, 200 meter dash—2,3,4, 400 meter dash—2,3,4, 400 meter dash—4, 400 meter relay—2, 1600 meter relay—3, Team Captain— 4; Student Council—3,4; Fr Club—l; Who’s Who Among American High School Students. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Purdue University, major in some engineering field and make lots of greenbacks! COLE, ROBERT: Intramurals—4, FFA—I,2,3, Chess Club—I| FUTURE PLANS: Go to college and then make megabucks and retire at the age of 30! CONLEY, MICHELLE: VI Ball—I,2,3, Tennis—I,2,3, Cheerleading— 1,2,3,4, Captain—4, SSS—I,2,3,4, Queen Candidate—2, FCA—I,2, NHS—2,3,4, Fr Club— 1,2,3,4, Art Club—I,2,3,4, 6 Gold Keys in the Scholastic Art Show, Ski Club—I,2,3, GVC—3,4, Class Treas—2, Sec—I,3,4, Homecoming Queen candidate—!,3, Queen—3,Who’s Who Among American High School Students FUTURE PLANS: Attend school in Milwaukee, get rich quick (Hal) move to Florida and become a locallll COOPER, JAMES: Nsp—I, Art Club Finalists in the Whitley county Art Guild Scholarship, H.M. in the Lakeland Art Show, Swing Choir—2, “The Music Man’”—I FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend The John Herron School of Art and become an art instructor. COUCH, JOHNNY: Ft Ball—I,2,3,4, Bs Ball—I FUTURE PLANS: To become a state police officer and a undercover detective. | plan to make my residence in South Whitley and maintain a happy and enjoyable life. CRAIG, BRAD: Ft Ball—t,2,3,4, Bsk Ball—l, Bs Ball—t,2, Intramurals—2,3,4, FCA—I,2,3, Art Club—I,2,3, Ski Club—l,2,3,4, FFA—1,2,3,4, Greenhand State Livestock Judging Team—4 FUTURE PLANS: Get Schooling; get rich; get married; get lucky; Be Happy! CRAIG, BYRON: FUTURE PLANS: Get married and move to Florida and get a good job. CREECH, LINDA SUE: FUTURE PLANS: Attend college to become a Certified Public Accountant. CRIPE, JEFF: Ft. Ball—I,3; Bs. Ball—,2,3,4; Intramurals—I,2,4. FUTURE PLANS: Go to college and become an accountant. DE LA CRUZ, LISA: $SS—2, Oct. Sunshine Girl of Month—3, Vice- Pres.—4; Fr. Club—2,3,4; Sp. Club—Vice- Pres.—4; O.E.A.—2,3,Treas.—4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend International Business College to become an interpreting secretary. After college, | plan to marry David B. Sheets, raise a family, and live a happy life. DRUDGE, DIANNA C-: SSS—2,3,4; Fr. Club—2,3,4; Sp. Club—4; O.E.A.—2,3,Sec., won 6th in District at Warsaw in Exempt Speaking—4; Art—2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend St. Francis College in Ft. Wayne for commercial art. Graduate in two years, and lead a happy and successful life. EBBINGHOUSE, MIKE ELLENBERGER, RHONDA KAY: SSS—2,3,4; Fr. Club—I,2,3,4; Ch. Block—l,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan on going to beauty college and getting married to Mike Anderson and have a family! ENGLAND, TURNER: Intramurals—2nd place—4; F.F.A.—I,2,3. FUTURE PLANS: I have none. When | get some | will tell you about them. FINKEN, MARK FORTMAN, MARTHA A.: Track—received letter—I,2,3,4; SSS—3,4; NHS—2,3,4; Fr. Club—I,2,3, Pres.—4; GVC—2,3, Pres.—4; March. Band Conct. Band—I,2,3,4; Aux. Squad—I,2,3, co-captain—4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend Indiana University in Bloomington. FRANCIS, JOE ELLEN: Bsk. Ball—I,2,3; Track—I,2,3; SSS—2,3; Yrbk.—4; Nsp—2,3,4; GVC—2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Hennepin college for animal caretaking. | will then own and operate my own boarding kennels. GAFF, MATT: Ft. Ball—3,4; Bsk. Ball—I; Intramurals—3,4; Ch. Ldr.—2,3,4; Art—I,2,3,4; F.F.A.—1,2,3,4; Chess— 2,3; Swing Choir—2. FUTURE PLANS: To work at C.R. Plating and start slowly into farming. GANGWER, SHANNON C. III: Nwsp—editor—4; Fr. Club—2,3,4; Sp. Team— 1,2,3; Chess—3; March. Conct. Band—I,2,3,4; Stage Pep Band—I,2,3,4; ‘ ‘The Crucible’ el; “The Sound of Music” —3; “My Fair Lady” —4. FUTURE PLANS: JOLANE, WABASH COLLEGE, THE WORLD. GERARDOT, ANGELA LYNN: SSS—2,3,4, Fr Club—t,2,3,4, Chblock—l,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: To attend college, get a good job, get Wipe GOFF, Bsk Bait 2,3, Golf—I,3,4, Best ft% J.V.—3. FUTURE PLANS: Go to college and then find a job and live life to its fullest. GOINGS, LUKE: Golf—l, Intramurals—2, Fr. Club—. FUTURE PLANS: Attend IUPU for training as a CPA. GREENE, BARBARA: SSS—2,3. FUTURE PLANS: To get a job and go to school part time. GRONIGER, PAUL: Ft Ball—l,2,3, Wres—2, Fr Club—2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend USC for pre-med studies toward orthopedic surgery. GROSSMAN, MALA: SSS—2,3,4; Red Sec 4, Fr Club—I,2,3,4, OEA— F253: FUTURE PLANS: I plan to find a job that pleases me, settle down and raise a family. HALE, MART: Chess—2, Band—2,3,4, Bradley Award—4, “My Fair Lady” —4. FUTURE PLANS: Work in computers—college. HAMMEL, STACY L: Ft. Ball—I,2,3,4, most valuable—2, most improved—3, Wres—l,2, Sec Champ—l,2, Northwood Inv Champ—2, J.V.—Most Valuable, Most take downs, Fastest pin, most aggressive. Intramurals—I,2,3,4—second place. FCA—2,3,4, Pres—4, OEA—4, VP—4, Ski Club—3,4, Pres— 4, Concert Choir—l, St Council—2,3 FUTURE PLANS: Indiana National Guards, attend Vincennes University for law enforcement and become an officer in the I.N.G. HANSEN, VIVIAN S: Track—4, SSS—4, Fr Club—4, Chblock—4. FUTURE PLANS: | will go back to Denmark and study so | can become an airline-hostess. | hope to come and visit the U.S. again. HARPER, KERINE: Nsp—lI, NHS—4, Art Club—I,2,3,4, 2 gold keys, 2 honorable mentions, third place print making contest national, Dick Blick HARRIS, KELSE: FUTURE PLANS: | not only plan to meet every obsticle head on but to conquer, supress, and overcome it in a manner which will leave no doubt that | am superior to the average person. HEETER, CHERI: Bsk Ball—I,2,3, OEA—4, GVC—3, Band—I,2,3,4, Stage Pep Band—I,2,3, “The Music Man’’— |, The Boyfriend’ —2, “The Sound of Music” — 3 FUTURE PLANS: Work then maybe go to school and get married later on in life, be happy and successful. HELBLIG, LAURETTA: OEA—2,3,4, Ch Block—4, FUTURE PLANS: Get a job and get married. Enjoy life to the fullest. HORTON, DIANA HOUGH, BRAD: Ft Ball—I,2,3,4, Most Offensive lineman—4, H.M. Conference Team—3,4, Ist team all conference—4 Bsk Ball—l, Trk—I,2, Wrestling—2, Intramurals 2,3, Cheerleading— 2,4, FCA—,2,3,4, Fr Club—I,2,3, Ski Club— 1,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Vincennes University, study Law Enforcement. HOWK, CINDY MAE: VLBall—I,2,3,4, Bsk Ball—I,2,3, Tennis—I,2, SSS—2,3,4, SSS Girl Of The Month—4, FCA— 1,2,3,4, Sp Club—4, Pres—4, OEA—3,4, ChBlock—I, Art Cl ub—I,2,3,4, Ski Club—4, Swing Choir—3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend I.$.U. and major in Special Ed. HULL, MICHELE: Swing Choir—3, 4, Concert Choir—l,2,3,4, Art Club—4, “The Christmas Carol’”—4 FUTURE PLANS: Study to become a nurse, have a small family and hopefully see our entire class together at least once after June 2, 1985! HUSTON, RON: Ft Ball—3,4, 2nd Team All Conference Place Kicker—4, School Record for most extra points in a season, most career extra points, most career field goals, Bsk Ball—l, Track—2, Intramurals—3,4, Cheerleading—3,4, FCA— 1,2,4, Fr Club—2, NHS—3,4, Chess—3. FUTURE PLANS: Attend either lowa State or Ball State University with a major in corporate finance. HYDEN, MARY: Track—3, Fr Club—4, GVC—4, Aux—l,2. FUTURE PLANS: To make my mark on the world and have Brad at my side for the rest of my life. IHNEN, MELISSA: SSS—2, Nsp—I, Band—,2,3,4, IMEL, TINA: Track—2,3, Bat Girl—4, SSS—2,3,4, Nsp—3, NHS—4, OEA—I,2,3,4, Pres—43rd place in Extempt. Verbal Commun. Ist place in Stenographic | and 2, 2nd place in Job Manual— Pre Employed at District Level, 4th place in Stenographic 2 and 7th place in Job Manual— pre employed at State level, Chblock—I, GVC— 3,4, Swing Choir—3,4, Concert Choir—l,2, “My Fair Lady” —4, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Indiana Association of Educational Secretaries Scholarship, Elizabeth T. Jones Scholarship. FUTURE PLANS: Go to college and in a few years settle down and raise a family. JACKSON, JOE: Bsk Ball—l, Bs Ball—I,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Get a job and work the rest of my life. JARRELL, TIM JENKINS, DARRELL: Art Club—3,4 FUTURE PLANS: Go into the Marines. JOHNSON, CYNTHIA LYNN: SSS—2,3,4, NHS—3,4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend Ivy Tech and take secretarial courses. JOHNSTON, PAMELA SUE: Track—l,2,3, Bat Girl—4, SSS—2,3,4, Yrbk— 1,2,3,4, Class Editor—2,3,4, Fr Club—I,2,3,4, Speech Team—I,2, Treas—2, Chblock—,2,3,4, Class Rep—I,2,3,4, Ski Club—I,2,3,4, Vice Pres— 4, Band—I,2,3,4, Stage Pep Band—I,2,3,4, Aux— I, The Music Man”—I, “The Crucible” —I, “The Boyfriend’ des ‘No Opry At The Opry House’’—2, ‘The Matchmaker” —3, Make—up crew Chief, “The Sound of Music’”—3, Make Up crew chief, “The Christmas Carol’ —4, Make- up crew chief, “My Fair Lady” —4, Make-up crew chief, Best Tech. Award for make-up—4, United States Achievement Academy National Award For Art—4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend IPFW and major in Elementary Education, Find some handsome gentleman, get married, and live life to it’s fullest! JUBINVILLE, JAMES: FUTURE PLANS: | plan to get a job and live a fun and fruitful life. JUBINVILLE, RHONDA: SSS—3,4; Ch. Block—4. FUTURE PLANS: I plan to get a job, save some money, and go to college. Then | plan to get married, have children, and live happily ever after. JUDY, BRIAN: Trk.—Regionals 1600 relay—3; Crs. Country— school record, MVP—3; Intramurals—I, F.F.A.— 4; March. Conct. Band—2; Stage Pep Band—2. FUTURE PLANS: I plan on going to college and then into some specialized area of business. JUILLERAT, ROGER: Ft Ball—I,2, Bsk Ball—I,2,3,4, Captain—4, Mr. Hustle Award—4, Most Rebounds—4, 2nd Team All Conference and Ist Team All Sectional—4, FCA—I. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Vincennes University and major in banking and finance. KEIRN, SCOTT EUGENE: Bsk Ball—I,2, Ft Ball—l,2, Golf—I,3,4, Fr Club— 2,3,4, Band—I,2,3,4, Most Outstanding Band Member—l, Stage Pep Band—I,2,3,4, “The Music Man’’—l, “The Boyfriend” —2. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Texas A M University and have a long, happy, and successful lifel KELSEY, BARB: Volleyball—!,2,3,4, Captain—4, Bsk Ball—I,2,3,4, Captain—4, All State Academic Award—4, Ist Team All Conference—4, Track—2,3,4, FCA—4, NHS— 2,3,4, Pres—4, FFA—I,2,3,4, Pres—4, GVC— 2,3,4, Class President—3. FUTURE PLANS: I plan to attend Purdue University and major in Engineering. i a KING, SANDY: Volleyball manager—I, Mat Maids—2, SSS— 2,3,4, NHS—2,3,4, Sec—4, Fr Club—2,3,4, _ Chblock—I, GVC—4, Swing Choir—4, Concert Choir—l, Girls State Delegate—3. FUTURE PLANS: I plan to attend Ball State University and study communications. KOONTZ, ROBERT: Ft ball—2,3,4, Wrest—I,2,3, Bs Ball—I,3,4, Captain—4, Cheerleading—4. FUTURE PLANS: To attend IUPU in Fort Wayne and then attend Inidana Law School. KORVOLA, HANNA KREIDER, RICHARD: Bsk Ball—2, Intramurals—I. FUTURE PLANS: Get a job, get married, and have a long and successful life. LINCOLN, CINTHIA LYNN: Track—l, $SS—2,3,4, Treas—4, Fr Club—I, Concert Choir—l, Gospel Choir—2,3. FUTURE PLANS: To attend the Lutheran School of Nursing and to be wed as Mrs. Steve Knepple. LOE, ANGIE: $$S—2,3,4, Chblock—I,3,4, Concert Choir—4. FUTURE PLANS: I plan on getting a good job and getting married in the near future and having a family of my own. LOE, DUANE: Ft Ball—2,3,4, Bsk Ball—I, Tennis—l, Bs ball— |,2,3, Intramurals—2,3,4, FCA—2,3,4, Art Club— 1,2,3,4, Gold Key Finalist in the Scholastic Art Show, FFA—I. FUTURE PLANS: Possibly attend a vocational school after a year and then live life to it’s fullest. LOE, JEFF: Ft ball—I,2,3,4, Most Promising back, Most valuable lineman—4, Wrestling—lI,2,3, Bsball— 1,2, “The Music Man’’—Best Tech award, “The Boyfriend’ —2. FUTURE PLANS: Get the car paid off while | | flag trailers at Whitley Trailer Sales. LONG, MELISSA: Volleyball—I,2,3,4, Captain—4, Bsk Ball—I,2,3,4, Rebound Award—I,2,3,4, Track—l,2,3,4, Captain—4, School Record in Discus, SSS— 2,3,4, SSS girl of the month—3, FCA—3,4, Vice Pres—4, Sp Club—4, OEA—3,4, GVC—2,3,4, Girls state delegate—3. FUTURE PLANS: To attend I.$.U. and major in physical education for the handicapped. LORTIE, DAVID LUDE, TERRY LYNCH, JANE: Track—l,2,3, SSS—2,3,4, Fr Club—t,2,3,4, Chblock—I,2,3,4, GVC—I,2,3,4, “The Boyfriend” “No Opry At The Opry House” —2, “The Matchmaker” —3, “The Sound of Music” —3. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Wabash Beauty College and get married to Bill Helblig and have a great life. LYSAGHT, LISA McCOMBS, SHEILA: Sss—I,2, OEA—3. FUTURE PLANS: Marry, have a nice family and be very h CAF : MELTON, HAWN PATRICK: Ft ball—I,2,4, Golf—3,4, Track—l,2, FCA— 1,2,3,4, Fr Club—l,2,3. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Vincennes University and take a two year law enforcement course, later become a State Trooper and hopefully some day own private investigator agency. METZGER, BECKY: Tennis—I,2,3, SSS—2,3,4, Sp Club—4, OEA—4, placed 3rd in General Clarical at District. - FUTURE PLANS: I plan on getting a good job then getting married. MIKESELL, CHARLES: Wres—l, Intramurals—I, Art Club—2. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend Vincennes University for a two year law enforcement and crimology to become a state policeman then get married and settle down. MILLER, CANDY: Track—2, manager, SSS—2,3,4, scrapbook—3, sec—4, Yrbk—4, editor—4, Nsp—3,4, editor— 3, journalism award—3, NHS—2,3,4, treas—4, Fr Club—3, Gospel Choir—I,2, U.S. History Award—3. FUTURE PLANS: I plan to study Chemical Engineering at Purdue for the next five years. After establishing a job | plan to get married and eventually raise a family. MIYASAKA, KAORU MOSSBURG, TODD MURPHY, RICK NEWMAN, LARRY NICODEMUS, BRYAN: Ft ball—,2,3,4, 5 school records, captain—4, Bsk ball—t,2, Bs ball—I,2,3,4, H.M. in Conference—2, Intramurals—3,4, Ist place—4, St Council—4, Pres—4, FFA—I,2,3,4, Vice Pres—4, Star Chapter farmer Hoosier Farmer Awards. FUTURE PLANS: Attend I.U.P.U. and work at home with my mother and father on the farm. OUSLEY, SHEILA: Bsk Ball—I,2,3,4, Best defense player—I,2,3,4, captain—4, Volleyball—I,2,3,4, Tennis—,2, SSS—2,3,4, Student Council—4, Vice Pres—4, FCA—1,2,3,4, Pres—4, Nsp—3, Fr Club—I,2, Ch block—I,2,3, Class rep—I,2, GVC—I,2,3,4, Class Officer—I,2,3, Homecoming Queen candidate—2, Who’s Who Among American High School students. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend Ball State University and major in secondary education. OWENS, LISA: Ch block—I,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to get a job and marry R.H. and start a family. PATRICK, CHRISTOPHER LEE: Ft Ball—lI,2,3, Bsk Ball—lI, FFA—I,2. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to become a farmer and raise cattle with my dad and to start a family of my own someday. PAXTON, REBECCA PFLEIDERER, KAREN: SSS—2,3,4, Yrbk—3,4, Fr Club—3,4, Speech Team—2,3, Chblock—3,4, Band—,2,3,4, Stage Pep Band—3,4, “The Matchmaker’ —3, “The Sound of Music’”—Best Student Director Award, “The Christmas Carol” —4, “My Fair Lady” —4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend I.U. and major in business and then later get married. PORTER, MARGARET PRESCOTT, DAVID L: Ne ae Most Improved—2, Fastest Pin— FUTURE PLANS: Go to California for the summer then come to Indiana and get a job. REIFF, MICHAEL: Track—3, Tennis—3, Wres—l, Yrbk—3, Design Cover of ’84 Spectrum, Art Club—l,2,3. FUTURE PLANS: Attend I.T.T. Technical Institute for engineering tool design, later raise a family and make the best out of life. RICHARDS, LANETTE: Volleyball—4, Track—2, Tennis—l, Cheerleading—2, Bat Girls—4, Mascot—l, SSS—2,3,4, Student Council—l, Fr Club—I,2,3, OEA—I, Ski Club—I, Gospel Choir—2, “The Music Man’’—l, “The Sound Of Music’’—3, “My Fair Lady” —4. FUTURE PLANS: Receive my bachelors in nursing, get married, be happy and raise a family. RIDENOUR, AMY: Track—l,2,3,4, Cross Country—3, most valuable runner award, SSS—2,3,4, Treas—3, Yrbk—4, FCA—2,3, Treas NHS—3,4, Fr Club—I,2,3,4, Ch Block—3,4, GVC—3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Go to nursing school in Fort Wayne then get married and have a family. RIEMERSMA, BRADLEY DAVID: Ft Ball—l,2,3,4, Academic All-State—4, 2nd Team All-Conference—4, Golf—I,3,4, Intramurals—2,3,4, Ist place—4, NHS—2,3,4, Fr Club—I,2,3,4, Ski Club—I,2,3,4, Boys State Delegate—3. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to major in engineering at Purdue, make megabucks, and buy a Ferrarill ROBERTS, RODNEY LAWRENCE: Ft ball—t,2,3,4, HM. Conference Team—4, Wres—l, Baseball—2,3, Intramurals—3,4, Cheerleading—3, Student Council—l, Ski Club—3,4, Homecoming King—4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Vincennes University and live a long and very happy life. ROSEBRUCH, JERRY: Intramurals—I,2. FUTURE PLANS: | plan on going into the U.S. Air Force and getting tech, training in computor repairing. ROSE, MARY: Volleyball—3, Bsk ball—2,3,4, Tennis—2,3, Mgr, SSS—I,2,3,4, Yrbk—3,4, OEA—3,4, Ch block— 1,2,3,4, GVC—3,4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend International business college to become an accountant. RUBRAKE, DAWN: $$S—2,3,4, Ch Block—3,4, Concert Choir—l,2,3, Arion Award—3, Gospel Choir—4, “My Fair Lady’ —4. FUTURE PLANS: Attend a vocational school and get a good job. RUSE, LISA: SSS—2,3,4, NHS—4, Fr Club—3,4, Ch block— 1,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend International Business College and major in accounting. | 15 hope to marry Ron and start a family after | finish college. RUSH, JESS: Ft Ball—2,3,4, Wres—l, Intramurals—3, Chess Club—2. SCHUMAN, NELSON L: Bsk Ball—I,2, Leading scorer and rebounder—I, F.C.A.—I,2,3,4, Nsp—2,3, F.F.A.—1,2,3,4, District Creed Champ—l, 3rd place essay at District—l, Hoosier farmer Degree—4, Sec—4, District Extempt. Speaker—4, Class Pres—4, Boys State Delegate—3, 4th District Congressional Student Program. FUTURE PLANS: Attend I.U.P.U. for 2 years and get my bachelors degree at Purdue University. I hope to get a job in the communications field and perhaps work for a radio or television station. SECHRIST, SCOTT DAWSON: Bsk ball—I,2,3,4, American Athletic Honors—4, All Conference T.R.C. Ist team—4, Mr. Basketball runner up—3, Mr. Basketball—4, Times Union All Area Team—4, All Sectional 2nd Team—4, Track—l. FUTURE PLANS: Enjoy life to it’s fullest! SHAFER, PATTI SHERWIN, BRAD: Yrbk—2,3,4, Art Club—2,4, Ski Club—2,3,4, “The Sound of Music’”—3. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to move to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and study freelance photography for 2 years. Then, get married, raise a family and have a very productive life. SHOEMAKER, KEVIN J: Ft ball—t,2,3,4, Ind team all Conference—4, Golf—I,3. FUTURE PLANS: Go to Northwestern business college to become a diesel mechanic. SHUPE, KRISTINE: Track—l,2, Mat Maids—3, SSS—2,3,4, Ski Club—I,2,3,4, Band—I,2,3,4, “The Sound Of Music’’—3, “The Christmas Carol’”—4, “My Fair Lady” —4. FUTURE PLANS: | plan to attend Ball State University for 4 years and graduate with a degree and someday get married and have a family. SLATER, KENT: Ski Club—2,3,4, F.F.A.—1,2,3,4, Band—John Phillips Sousa Award—4, Arion Award—4, Stage Pep Band—2,3,4, Louis Armstrong Jazz Award—4. FUTURE PLANS: | would like to become an auto mechanic, get married someday and have two kids, and build a beautiful home for my wife. SLUSHER, AMY RENEE: Volleyball—4, Bsk Ball—I,2,3, Tennis—I,3, $SS— 3,4, F.C.A.—,2,3,4, N.H.S.—1,2,3,4, Fr Club— 2,3,4, Chblock—I,2,3,4, GVC—4, Sec—4, Band 1, Aux—l. FUTURE PLANS: Go to Anderson College to become an elementary school teacher and someday get married. SMITH, BILLY: Wres—l,2,3,4, Sec Champ—2,3, Conference champ—2,3, Most valuable wrestler—2, School records for most pins, most career points, Capt—4, Cross Country—I,2,4, Capt—4, Yrbk— 1,4, Nsp—3,4, Fr Club—3, Art Club—I,2,3,4, Most Successful Art Student—4, Ski Club—3. FUTURE PLANS: Attend Manchester College, major in radio broadcasting, marry Susie Willis, and become a world famous D.J. SMITH, LYNN RENEE: SSS—2,3,4, N.H.$.—2,3,4, Fr Club—I,2,3,4, Chblock—I,2,3,4. FUTURE PLANS: To attend Purdue University to major in pharmacy. SMITH, SARA STAYER, BRYAN: Bs Ball—I,2,3,4, Intramurals—3,4. FUTURE PLANS: To attend Ivy Tech or I.T.T. and become a mechanic. STEINER, VICKIE: Tennis—2, $SS—2,Fr Clubh—4, O.E.A.—4th place in Computor Literacy, Chblock—lI, Concert Choir—l, Aux—l,2. FUTURE PLANS: Marry Bobby Prater, get my pilots license, learn to skydive, and eventually own K-Mart. STEPHENS, LENA STEPHENS, SHENA: SSS—3, Nsp—3, Sp Club—4, Art Club—I,2,4, “The Christmas Carol’”—4. FUTURE PLANS: Get a good job and be happy and have fun. STEPHENS, TENA: $ss—2 FUTURE PLANS: Get a good job and then get married and have a happy and wealthy life. TOBEY, APRIL: Art Club—I,2,3,4, Gospel Choir—4, Aux—l,2, “The Christmas Carol’ —4. FUTURE PLANS: I plan to get married to Scott Schafer in ’86, save money and go to school for art. VANDERSAUL, JANETTE: $.$.$.—2,3,4, Sp Club—4, Chblock—I,3,4, $.S.S. Queen—3. FUTURE PLANS: College. WALTERS, HAROLD: Art Club—I,2,3, H.M. National Art Award, Gold Key Finalist and regional award winner, Gold medal National Art Award, Chess—I,2 FUTURE PLANS: Attend the John Herron School of Art and have a great life. WAYBRIGHT, TODD: Bsk ball—I,2,3,4, Golf—3,4, Capt—4, Tennis— 1,3,4, Cross Country—2, Bs ball—lI, F.C.A.— 1,2,3,4, N.H.S.—3,4, Art Club—I,2,3,4, Pres—4, Who’s Who Among American High School Students—4. FUTURE PLANS: To attend Ball State University and major in commercial art. WEBER, STEVE: Ft ball—t,2,3,4, Most Improved award—4, Bsk ball—I, Tennis—I, Bs ball—I,2,3,4, All Conference, H.M., Intramurals—2,3,4, N.H.S.— 3,4, Boys State Delegate—3. FUTURE PLANS: Go to college and then get a good job so | can live life comfortably and to it’s fullest. WHISMAN, CHARLES: Wres—I, Band—2. WHITE, KELLI: Volleyball—I, Track—2,3, Cheerleading—I,3,4, Bat Girl—4, S.S.$.—2,3,4, $.$.S. Girl of the Month—4, St Council—I,3, Treas—3, Sp Club— 4, O.E.A.—4, Historian—4, Chblock—2, Art Club—4, Swing Choir—3,4, Homecoming queen candidate—I,3. FUTURE PLANS: Go to college at Ivy Tech. WHITE, SHANNON: Yrbk—4, Nsp—3,4, Chblock—3,4, Art Club—4, Scholastic Art Show, H.M. award winner—3, FUTURE PLANS: Go back to lowa to attend tech school and to live then get married in a few years. WILKINSON, DAVID: Bs ball—t,2,3, Intramurals—2,3,4, N.H.$.—3,4, Art Club—I,3,4, “The Sound Of Music” —3, “The Christmas Carol’”—4, “My Fair Lady” —4. FUTURE PLANS: To become a state police officer after | finish the Army Reserve and college. WILKINSON, RHONDA: Bsk ball—2,3, Track—I,2,3,4, School records in 400 and 800 meter relays, Cross country—3, $.$.$.—2,3,4, Sec—3,Pres—4, Student Council— 4, F.C.A.—2,3, Fr Club—3,4, Chblock—l,2,3, F.F.A.—I,4, District Talent Contest Winner—,4, G.V.C.—3,4, Concert Choir—3, Gospel Choir— __ 1,2,3, Girls State Delegate—3, Who’s Who | Among American High School Students—4. FUTURE PLANS: Go to Grace College. Major in | music and elementary education, get married, | have kids, and always be happy. YATES, BETINA: ) $.$.S.—2, Art Club—4, Homecoming Queen—4. | FUTURE PLANS: Marry Terry Conley and move | back to California for awhile. YOHE, ANN: Track—,2,3, $.$.$.—2,3,4, F.C.A.—I, Fr Club— 1,2,3. FUTURE PLANS: I plan on attending Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in order to become a registered nurse; | also plan to become married with children and enjoy my life. Baler Hloena Row Durw Shon baboe Gather 17 Quod Cnig Byiemop Adib Gad GAL op 18 19 20 Me (not 2 Hos A ems gotnt Kam Clohnoton of Ca SI A plang atk §Roger Gece DERE. Kyi Betas A geen Aer OQ Hadden Kung “Kohert Korg anna Korwela Ganda E. 22 23 — | DL. PRESOtt Fort pleiderors Margaret. Pore DAW 24 | | ; E 25 26 Tadd 9 Nipright Mee hex Oo 27 Those Not Pictured Waumne. Warton Bulan fudy Gull 1 (Mrs The artis Oetobers The 1985 Senior Class officers of Whitko High School. | was blessed with three highly motivated officers who guided me and devoted many hours to our class. Pete Castillo, vice-president, was very commendable throughout the year in helping with mon- ey raisers and other functions. Pete was an extremely dependable guy. Michelle Conley, secretary, was a very hard work- er who | could always count on to come through. Michelle was a very innovative person. Linda Carlin, treasurer, always went out of her way to help her fellow classmates. Linda was one very special girl. | have really enjoyed working with these three outstanding individuals and wish them a very prosperous and success- ful future. Wiles 0 Sa 1985 Senior Class President “Gf will not Doli, shinee ee is no path where the path may lead, P| S iil Lave wit but J will go Warel Strode Most Charitable: Most Interesting: Most Entertaining: Greediest: Most Athletic: Most Dramatic: Most Musical: Steve Weber Troy Bouck Billy Smith Brad Riemersma Mike Ebbinghouse Shannon Gangwer Shannon Gangwer Lanette Richards Kaoru Miyasaka Lanette Richards Candy Miller Sheila Ousley Pam Johnston Pam Johnston Most Farmish: Matt Gaff Barb Kelsey Most Talented: Mike Reiff Rhonda Wilkinson Most Fun to be With: Billy Smith Matt Gaff Marsha Meloy Most Devilish: Brad Craig Marsha Meloy Most Talkative: Nelson Schuman Pam Johnston Shyest: David Wilkinson Sara Smith Most Hassled: Brian Judy Amy Slusher | Most Devoted to W.HS.: Matt Gaff Michelle Conley Most Likely to Succeed: Brad Riemersma Nelson Schuman Barb Kelsey Most Cheerful: Turner England Denise Bowles Rudest: Kevin Shoemaker Cindy Howk Most Gentlemanly Ladylike: Ron Huston Cindy Johnson Mala Grossman @ SOMLT Sy PP . Ge E ge t: Losi h Prettiest Voice: Prettiest Eyes: Best Leader: Best Personality: Best Nickname: Best Dancer: Spaciest: Grumpiest: Cutest Wiggle: Hairiest Legs: Pigs Out The Most: Blushes the Easiest: Biggest Troublemaker: Biggest Mouth: Biggest Feet: Laziest: Most Energetic: Biggest Tight Wad: Messiest: Biggest Perfectionist: Stacy Hammel Ron Huston Nelson Schuman Ron Huston Aaron Arnold (Kerby, A.J.) Roger Juillerat Billy Smith Scott Sechrist Stacy Hammel Mike Ebbinghouse Kevin Shoemaker Steve Weber Roger Juillerat Randy Walker Johnny Couch Richard Kreider Scott Sechrist Jeff Loe Bryan Nicodemus Aaron Arnold Dick Cole SUTVEY Cindy Lincoln Hanna Korvola Barb Kelsey Sheila Ousley Michelle Conley (Meichi) Michelle Conley Karen Pfleiderer Jo Francis Talisha Helvey Kaoru Miyasaka Lanette Richards Amy Ridenour Marsha Meloy Pam Johnston Dawn Rubrake Amy Slusher Linda Carlin Amy Slusher Candy Miller Kelli White Linda Carlin Candy Miller 32 Proud Parents Mr. Mrs. Jim Craig Parents of Brad Craig Mr. Mrs. Richard Cole, Sr. Parents of Dick Cole Mr. Mrs. Tom Fortman Parents of Martha Fortman Mr. Mrs. Monroe Hale Parents of Mart Hale Mr. Mrs. Paul Johnston Parents of Pam Johnston Mr. Mrs. John Mathias Grandparents of Matt Gaff Mr. Mrs. Larry Nicodemus Parents of Bryan Nicodemus Mr. Mrs. Vernon Shupe Parents of Kristine Shupe Mr. Mrs. Jerry White Parents of Kelli White Mr. Mrs. David Cripe Parents of Jeff Cripe Mr. Mrs. Dan Ebbinghouse Parents of Mike Ebbinghouse Mr. Mrs. Joe Goff Parents of Jim Goff Mr. Mrs. Bill Huston Parents of Ron Huston Mr. Mrs. Steve Keirn Parents of Scott Keirn Mr. Mrs. Larry Miller Parents of Candy Miller Ms. Donna Rose Parent of Mary Rose Mr. Mrs. Bill Smith Parents of Bill Smith Main Office—l06 E. 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Oil Parts Co., Inc. 723-4903 State § Wayne So. Whitley 37 South Whitley Florist 104 So. State St. South Whitley, IN 46787 723-4844 OWNER— “Bringing R.R. Pletcher Good Food State Rd. [3 And Families Pierceton, IN Together 594-2400 For Four Roses are Red, Generations”’ Violets are Blue, We have the flowers, And we'll sell them to youl! Congratulations Seniors! Charles A. Hollar, : ea | D.D.S. INC. Huffman—Deaton Hardware Warsaw, IN 904 So. Union St. 2I5 So. State St. So. Whitley, IN. 267-8466 723-4842 Gotta make that deadline!—Sam Yingst works diligently to meet his journalism deadline. Academics, all of us would agree, are the reason we come to school in the first place. (Is there any other reason to come?) The joy of learning how to dia- gram a sentence, solve equations or dissect a rat makes us all eager to re- turn to the classroom. But seriously, readin’, ‘ritin’, and ‘rith- metic are the major part of the school day. Academics are the foundation from which sports and activities build. Without academics, there wouldn't be any homework, tests, or report cards. And wouldn't life be dull without them? Therefore, academics are vital to us as students and to our teachers also. (If we students didn’t have to come to school to learn, what would our teach- ers do for a living?) So study pages 40-48 of the yearbook and answer the question at the end of the section. There will be an open book test tomorrow! nnon-SsS3moyvnD Whitko Honors Outstanding Academic Achievers Presidential Academic Fitness Barb Kelsey Brad Reimersma Candy Miller Linda Carlin Lynn Smith Martha Fortman Kerine Harper Dick Cole Sandy King Cindy Johnson Michelle Conley Lisa Ruse Amy Slusher David Wilkinson Mike Reiff Todd Waybright Tina Imel Greg Cooper Diane Bales Amy Ridenour Principal’s Award Matt Gaff Lanette Richards French French | Jackie King French Il Kathy Pfleiderer French Ill Kathy Blocher French IV Martha Fortman Business Typing | Shari Mishler Typing Il Angy Slusher Shorthand | Teja Hiers Shorthand II Tina Imel General Clerical Ladema Reynolds Accounting Ladema Reynolds General Business James Loe Intensive Business Lab Lisa DeLaCruz Mathematics Algebra | Shari Mishler Geometry Steve Wilkinson Doug LaFevor Algebra Il Karen Engleberth College Algebra and Trigonometry Karen Engleberth Calculus Barb Kelsey Computer | Dick Cole Kelse Harris Spanish Spanish | Kathy Blocher Chris Gulish English Freshman Writing Jackie King Freshman English Liz Masterson Sophomore Writing Karen Fox Sophomore English Kathy Pfleiderer Gwena Walker Junior Writing Chris Gulish Junior English Ron Clark Senior Writing Barb Kelsey Senior English Sandy King Speech Doug Arnold Leisl Boggs Newspaper Shannon Gangwer Yearbook Candy Miller Physical Education Health Jolane Ogden Sam Yingst Freshman Physical Education Wayne Bays Erica Montel Intermediate Physical Education Dean Lott Quetta Hurd Industrial Arts Drafting Mike Reiff Woods Frank Loe Metals Kent Slater Welding Ty Smith Power and Transportation Brad Craig Home Economics Clothing Melissa Hathaway Foods Anne Yohe Dawn Phillips Advanced Foods Angie Gerardot Home Economics | Shari Mishler Human Development Melissa Hathaway Independent Living Pete Castillo Home Decoration Dedra Slone Social Studies U.S. History Rebecca Wilson Wendy Miller Government Nelson Schuman Special Education Most Progress Tammy Hicks Dean Lott Science Biology | Jason Block Biology Il Delaine Due Chemistry | Karen Engleberth Chemistry Il Barb Kelsey Brad Reimersma Physics Martha Fortman O'Brian Youth Foundation Award Delaine Due U.S. Army Scholar Athletes Barb Kelsey Brad Reimersma Art Gold Key Finalist Linda Carlin Michelle Conley Greg Cooper Greg Crawford Randy Dormans Kim Gregory Stephanie Mundy Doug Phillips Mike Reiff—2 Amy Widman—2 Leslie Tenney Honorable Mentions Lies] Bobbs Pete Castillo—2 Michelle Conley Greg Cooper Katrina Fitch Kerine Harper Stephanie Mundy Mike Reiff Amy Widman Bill Smith Chad VankKirk Ink Category Todd Waybright Linda Carlin Gold Medals Kim Gregory Stephanie Mundy Amy Widman Doug Phillips Hallmark Award Todd Waybright 4l Art Draws a Crowd Picture time—Quetta Hurd retrieves her picture from the drawer. The art department is certainly one of the most popular and creative departments in school. Drawing, painting and sculpturing are just a few of the skills these students practice. They also entered art contests and decorated main hall and the lecture room this year, putting classroom knowl- edge to practical use. 42 4 | 5 a 4 4 Beauty and the Beast—Stephanie Mundy continues working while Mr. Maliki stops to give his world- weary pose for the camera. The search—Randy Dormans looks for the perfect pencil while Delaine watches. Calculating Your Career No mistakes, please? —Angie Slusher and Monda More stories—Miss “T” is telling all her adventures to Mary Rose and the rest of the intensive office Sievers diligently proofread and type. lab on a rather serene day. t At some point in time, everyone will take a business or math course. In fact, the two coincide quite often in courses like Accounting | and Il and general business. Some special business courses are business law, which teach- es the basic principles of our legal sys- tem, and intensive office lab, which is a three-credit course simulating office procedures. A few new classes have been intro- duced into the mathematics depart- ment this year. Algebra has been given an introductory course, pre-algebra. Also, it has expanded upward, offering a calculus class. This year, three stu- dents participated in it. For the next two years, a class size of about ten is expected; however, three years from now, the class is expected to expand to a class size of about thirty. Just the three of us—Normally, Barb Kelsey and Paul Groniger have a buddy in Calculus—Dick Cole. 43 44 eadin’ an’ ’Ritin’ Trip to England—Senior Rosie Bowerman, Mrs. Mary Wendell, senior Michelle Hull, and Mrs. Lisa Skiles toured England together over spring break. The Whitko High School language de- partment offers two levels of English for grades nine and ten, a speech class for juniors, a college composition class for seniors, two foreign language classes, and a journalism class, along with the regular literature classes for eleventh and twelfth grades. It is required that a student take three years of English during their high school years. However, it is recom- mended that four years of English and two years of a foreign language are tak- en if a student is planning to attend a college. This was the first year for a newly es- tablished Spanish program. Next year the foreign language classes available to students are, Spanish I, Spanish 2, French I, French 2, and French 3 4. Where is that cropper?—Senior Shannon White searching the somewhat unorganized jouralism room for the rest of her layout materials. Two heads are better than one—Seniors Amy Ri- denour and Brad Sherwin work on yearbook lay- outs. Work, work, work—Seniors Shannon Gangwer and Pam Johnston giggle over newspaper lay- outs. Bad day, Mrs. Long?—French teacher, Mrs. Wen- dy Long gets into the Halloween spirit by dress- ing up and frightening her classes. legislating Life i Hard at work?—Freshmen Jim Juillerat, Bryan Shupe, Jamie Federspiel, and Sherrie Sechrist working hard in their Current Events class. Social Studies—an imperative part of your education—after all, what is more important than knowing who discov- ered the wonderful art of toilet invent- ing? On a more serious note, social studies are important, and here are some students who deserve recogni- tion in that area. Senior Nelson Schu- man visited Washington D.C., and ju- niors Wendy Miller and Becky Wilson attended Senator Lugar’s symposium. Those attending the National Affairs Seminar were John Couch, Brian Judy, Barb Kelsey, Sandy King, Rob Koontz, Missy Long, Bryan Nicodemus, Brad Riemersma, Vicki Steiner, Steve We- ber, Vivian Hansen, Hanna Korvola, and Kaoru Miyasaka. Also, Steve Weber and Cindy Johnson were named outstand- ing social studies students in the state. Did you say something?—Freshmen Ryan Graves, Steve Baker, Ronnie Jarrell, and Sopho- more Al Gilson looking up facts for Current Events. If variety is the spice of life, then music is a close second in the race for that title. Whether it be hard rock played by Whitko’s successful band or inspiring songs from the gospel choir, W.H.S. students enjoy singing and sharing their songs with everyone. Far left—Play that sax!—Senior Kent Slater par- ticipating in the Whitko Marching Pride. Left—Name that tune—Freshman Stephanie Munday, sophomore Rich Lysaght, and junior Stephanie Macklin working in the choir room. Pots and Pans If you hope to survive in the rough world of non-high school life, you should seriously consider taking a course in Home Economics. Whereas Whitko’s social studies department teaches how to get along with people and work with your spouse, they fail to teach how to prepare humans’ most ba- sic need: FOOD. And since most high school graduates do not marry immedi- ately, Mrs. Wendel’s Independent Liv- ing course is extremely beneficial for college students or those who begin to work and plan to live alone. Nuts and Drawing pictures is not the only art taught at Whitko. Putting an engine to- gether, building a desk, or welding are, believe it or not, arts, (specifically, in- dustrial arts). They are talents that must be perfected over years of hard work and study. What’s cooking—in Mrs. Wendel’s Home Ec. | class? Only she, Shari Mishler, Shelly Geist, Melissa Mitchell and Sheila Orbin can reveal the secret ingredients. Bolts Can you fix it, Doc?—Jim Cook and Doug LaFe- vor are certainly going to try. Working with elbow grease—Tim Porter, Tim Grable, and Darren Estepp are learning about en- gines. Moving On Up Onward!—This is a room where Special Education students study. They have the use of the computer and of course, many reading materials. Body and Mind Bull’s-eye—Shari Mishler and Jerilyn Vandersaul try their hardest during archery. How do | look?—Angy Slusher hurriedly brushes her hair on the way out of P.E. A Working hard—Mrs. Blocher waits patiently while Matt Grant works on his studies. Those who need special attention in the area of education may be pleased to have Mrs. Blocher as a teacher and have hard working, progressing stu- dents as peers. The entire department recently went on a field trip to the op- port unity center, pathfinders services, Huntington Library, the sunken gar- dens, Chief Richardville’s house, and a log cabin. Keep up the good work! Always on the run—Mrs. Roberts is leaving in a hurry to go somewhere! Physical and Health Education depart- ments, overseen by Bill Patrick and Lani Roberts, are participated in by freshmen and sophomores. Though seemingly routine, actually they offer relief from the regular schedule of classes and are very popular among students. A , 4] We did it! The Chem Il class poses proudly behind a working mod el of a “still.” They were attempting to distill pure ethanol. Hanging in the balance—Shawn Melton adjusts the balance during an experiment. The wonderful world of scientific study becomes especially wonderful if you are a student of the interesting teachers in the Whitko science department. Whether it is building a still, a holograph or going to the Indiana Dunes State Park, there are always new opportunities for discovery and development. 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Vicki Kline summed up feelings on the prom with, “The prom was a very important part of my junior year because it was at the school and because of whom | went with.” Another thing which makes the junior year different and exciting is the fact that most juniors can drive and some even have their own vehicle. Becky Wilson commented, “It’s nice being able to drive anywhere without having to drag Mom along in the front seat.” “Having a vehicle has probably not changed my educational curriculum too much; although after school, it’s been a good time. It also makes getting to my second job a lot easier. Walking to Fort Wayne could be tough at times,” remarked Andy Bowers. ‘The social life isn’t the only big change in the junior year. Omitting P.E. is very convenient, as Jo Ellen Hicks said, ‘“Be- ing out of P.E. makes it possible to wear nice clothes without getting them dis- gusting.” Overall, the junior year is something different and exciting. But more im- portantly, “It’s really nice to know that in less than two years we'll be out of here,” stated Scott Booth. And yes, most would agree with Doug Fry that “the thought of being ’the boss’ next year” gives incentive to go on. What was the most exciting part of the year? Different people had different opin- ions. Vince Haupert felt that “the most exciting part of my junior year was be- ing able to go to Europe over spring break and getting to use the French | learned in French class.” Karen Engle- berth felt that ‘the play and all the mil- lions of things that I’ve been in have made my year special.” Busy, hectic and exciting, the junior year is one full of confusion and antici- pation. Jen Schneider said, “My junior year has been one colossal time warp. Don’t ask me what day it is, or whether it’s the fifth or the thirty-fifth, ‘cuz | don’t know. It seems like I’m always on the road in a bus or a car. | hope my loaded schedule slows down a little be- fore it kills me.” Whether the junior year is indeed lethal has not yet been determined, but it’s one of those years you sure don’t want to miss. Ul Bel 2 fo Kristie Anders Doug Arnold Jeff Basinger Kathy Blocher Lies] Boggs Scott Booth Julie Bower Andrew Bowers Lee Bradley Anita Brainard Hope Braun Ron Brown Roy Castillo Jeff Chaplin Chris Clark Ron Clark Alan Compton Amy Davis Abel DeLaCruz Mark Demske Cindy Dormans Paula Easterday Trissa Eber Rex Eiler Mitch Elder Billy Elliott Karen Engelberth Darren Estepp Jim Fortman Tammy Francis Doug Fry Chad Geer Amy Goodman Kim Gregory Christine Gulish Paul Hahn Brad Hall Kitt Hall Rhonda Hall Tami Hare Angie Hart Yvette Harter Beth Hartup Vince Haupert Sally Heinold Jo Ellen Hicks Tamara Hicks Teja Hiers Todd Hiers Chad Hill Gail Hite Randa Huff Doug Hunckler Floyd Hyden Sheri Hyser Tanya Hyser Can We Talk? As the new school year began, it seemed that many members of the ju- . nior class came into the school trem- bling. In fact, many members of the class of ’86 have been worried since their freshmen year. What seemed to be the reason behind so many weak- kneed juniors? Many have said it’s be- cause of the giant step that they had to take through Mrs. Skiles’ door to the dreaded, required course, SPEECH! The reason the junior class is so petri- fied? Because of all the stories they’ve _ heard from the beloved seniors! Some _of the rumors: a speech is due every other day, the teacher grades super- hard, you have to wear a paper bag over your head for one of the speeches, etc. _ Well, the junior class learned not to be- lieve everything the beloved seniors told them. The class of ’85 seemed to like to blow things out of proportion. _ The truth is that speech is a very inter- esting class. All the stories simply weren't true. And many funny things _can happen in speech class. The first speech due was an introduc- _ tion speech. Each member of the class _was paired with another member and they interviewed each other, asking, _“What’s your favorite food?”; “What do you consider a fun date?” and “Who’s your favorite actor?” It was a chance to get better acquainted with each member of the class. _The second type of speech was a pan- tomime and mime. The students acted out an everyday event, while the rest _of the class tried to guess what he was doing. The third speech was a demonstration speech. For the first one, each student had to bring in the actual objects and demonstrate’ how to use them. Two speeches delivered were, “How to mix cake batter’, and ‘How to clean a gun.” Chris Wolf got his class laughing when he decided to demonstrate how to clean a rabbit. Unfortunately, Chris couldn't find a real rabbit, and instead he had to use a towel shaped as a rab- bit. In the second of the demonstration speeches, each student had to use visu- al aids like charts, pictures, overhead projectors and slides in place of actual objects. Students were told “How to apply stage make-up,” and ‘‘What farmers look for in a cow,” as well as other useful topics. The fourth speech assigned was a per- suasive speech. Each student chose a serious topic such as teenage mar- riages, pollution or drunk driving. The students’ goal was to persuade the class that their viewpoint was the right one. The final speech was an oral interpreta- tion of a book or play, which counted as their semester exam grade. Every time a student gave a speech six or seven others had to evaluate him. The evaluations let the student know how well his speech went. In a survey, most of the juniors seemed to enjoy the demonstration speech the most. Many stated that they “loved it” when the demonstration was on how to bake cakes or brownies. The least favorite speech was the mime. Many juniors didn’t like the idea of not being able to talk. Guess what? The majority of the junior class felt speech should be required. Paula Eas- terday said she thought speech should be required because it helps students to communicate better and get over the fear of speaking in front of crowds. Of course, there are those who don’t think speech should be required. Ty Smith said he didn’t think a student should be forced to get in front of a class for a grade. While speech class isn’t the greatest fun you'll ever have, it’s nothing to sweat over either. Trust the class of ’86. Jason Shoemaker puts the finishing touches on his outfit, preparing to go undercover undetected and uncalled-on in Mrs. Skiles’ speech class. 61 62 Sherry Jackson Linda Jarrell Sheila Jarrell Greg Johnson Patti Johnson Lisa Karst Rod Keirn Mike King Brian Kintigh Vickie Kline Bill Kral Roy Krouse Bryan LaLone Missy Lehman William Lent Angelos Litsos Frank Loe Julie Long Kristi Lude Stephanie Macklin Wendy Miller Dorothy Myers Terry Nicodemus Jolane Ogden David Ousley Gary Ousley Ken Ousley Mick Ousley Kip Owen Jeff Parker Julie Paxton Mark Pherigo Dawn Phillips Randy Prater Lori Rebman Vickie Rebman Monty Reid Rick Reiff La Dema Reynolds Leigh Roberts Darrin Rubrake Larisa Rubrake Tammy Ruckman Jeff Rufner Keith Russell Tim Sammons Jen Schneider Angi Sexton Chris Sexton Jason Shoemaker Jeff Sickafoose Mark Sickafoose Dedra Slone Ryan Smith Ty Smith Deb Snavely uniors make their picks Nick Sparks Lance Stath Joe Stephens Karla Sweeden Mike Tolson Missy Ulshafer Chad Van Kirk Janet Watts Shelly Whitaker Becky Wilson Mike Wine Chris Wolf Glenna Woods Penny Yates Ron Young Rory Young Not Pictured: Kevin Fitzpatrick Dudley Rowe Rocky Spears Ron Wogeman : Agatha Christie FAVE HOLIDAY Christmas - YAY) Vt} i} : . Final look Frankie Loe strikes a moody pose. Maybe he’s dreaming about the history final? As junior class officers, Chad Hill, Lies] Boggs, Terry Nicodemus and Becky Wilson are always eager to scale new heights. Here, they are posing proudly atop Mount Whitko. 0 2 i ¢ 6 7 cS. ry ¢ ‘ ¢ oy 4 Stephanie Macklin feels prepared to face the day um soon? in her “New Wave” outfit. Behind her Julie Bow- er gives Roy Castillo a new hairstyle. Ron Clark takes time out from tennis to consider the mysteries of the universe. Does that include chemis- try? Vince Haupert wows the entire student body at the Christmas assembly. Will he play the Colise- Glamorous Life _ Missy Ulshafer and Todd Bouck arrive at the Luke Goings and Candy Miller sway slowly tothe Kelli White and Rob Koontz step lively during a school on the night of May I8, ready for the music of the band Profile. The formal promlasted _ fast song. Judging by their smiles, they had a “Glamorous Life” of the Junior-Senior Prom. from eight until midnight. great time. i. ag iy ¥ By ’ re ’ = Sy . Sa : re : 4 3 SO 3 4 te Renee Gilbert and Roger Juillerat relax and sit one out. This was the first year that the prom was held at the high school. Randa Huff curtseys to the newly crowned King and Queen, Stacy Hammel and Janette Vander- saul. They were crowned by junior vice-presi- dent Chad Hill. 65 Cruisin’ Hawaii Lost in the revelry—Senior Missy Long enjoys Grinning at the girls—Junior Chad Hill and senior Mike Ebbinghouse seem to be enjoying the sights. the after-prom music and sights. What a party!—Seniors Michelle Conley and Pam Hey Scottl—The yearbook photographer sur- | Wear My Sunglasses at Night—Sophomore Staci Johnston do a little high steppin’. prises Scott Keirn as he amuses his friends. Smith and junior Mark Pherigo enjoy the Hawai- ian atmosphere. Nancy Fortman—we thought band camp was such hard workl Being a sophomore is an experience all in itself. You're a step above freshmen, yet still pretty low on the totem pole. Two years of high school still remain. Throughout the sophomore year, there were many meaningful experiences. Everything from winning the home- coming float honors to going to the dunes. Many people have their own ideas of the most memorable times during their sophomore year of high school. “It’s one of the greatest feel- ings—to know your’re no longer a freshman,” replied sophomore, Delaine Due. The dunes was a very memorable experience for some. “The dunes gave me an insight of life and a respect for nature,” replied Kathy Coble. “It really gave us a chance to see the real world,” added sophomore, Mike Albert. Senior Pam Johnston had this advice for un- derclassmen, “Enjoy your high school years while you can because they go so very fast. Before you know it, you're a graduating senior.” Wu mMDOAaOTVTOW Paula Adkins Mike Albert Kim Anders Mitch Anderson Bobby Baker Terry Baker Tonya Barrett Ronald Betts Brian Boocher Charles Bosaw Ralph Burns Dayna Butler Sherri Carlin Wayne Clawson Kathy Coble Wendy Cooper Kim Copeland Sandra Craft Sophomore class officers guide ’87; Bryan Sherwin, Quetta Hurd, Donna Love and Richard Lysaght Adam Craig Melissa Craig Rick Creekmore Sean Crevison Tracey Davis Jeff Defrain Kim Demske Patrick Dimmick Dianna Dingus Randy Dormans Delaine Due Stacey Duggins Jim Eiler Cami Elder Danielle Elder Bobbi Elliot Tara Fancil Brian Fawcett Shelley Fisher Duane Follinger Nancy Fortman Shawn Foulks 68 Karen Fox Dana Geer Renee Gilbert Al Gilson Don Gilson Betsy Goodrich Tammy Grandstaff Vincent Groniger Michelle Hall Roland Hall Carla Harmon Tina Harris Fred Hathaway Melisa Hathaway Connie Hawkins John Hawkins Monique Hawkins Anita Heintzelman Randy Helblig Frank Hendrickson Rick Hobbs Barbara Horton Ruth Hoskins Greg Howard Kathy Howard Mike Howk Scott Huff Quetta Hurd Nancy Huston Marie Jackson Jim Jeffries Donald Jenkins Martha Joy Kindra Jubinville Brian Keel Randi Kintigh Tony Kinney Leigh Keirn Mike Kline Brian Knoop Mark Knoop Mark Koontz Vallerie Kreider Doug Krull Jarrad Lancaster Jennifer Lancaster Donnie Landis Jeff Larson Steve Lavergne 69 James Loe John Lortie Dean Lott Donna Love Richard Lysaght Jackie McKeighen Debbie Miller Michael Miller Vicky Mink Curt Moore Jon Moore Mike Howk seems quite pleased with the cashbox. Roger Mullins Ben Myers Kathy Pfleiderer Shelly Poe Jon Prater Sharon Pratt Don Purdy Steve Reeves Robert Reichel Debbie Reid Kerry Ronk Amy Rose Susan Rose Sandee Rufner Shanna Ruse Staci, does it really smell that bad? Terry Sanders Penny Schauber Jeff Schumaker Charlie D. Shepherd Charlie E. Shepherd Chris Shepherd Beth Sherrard Bryan Sherwin Kip Shoemaker Penny Schultz Monda Seivers 70 Honest Rich, Louis can breathe without youl Angie Sims Tammy Sims Angy Slusher Staci Smith Sean Spear William Spriggs Doug Stahl Doug Stanley Mike Stephens Paul Stephens Todd Stoddard Scott Striggle Sheila Stump Steve Subkowski Shannon Swick Jennifer Taft Branden Truman Chris Valdez Steve VanWey Jamie Vandersaul Lisa Venable Corey Walker Rachelle Walker Brent Wilson Doug Wolfe Shirley Wolfe Ruchele Wright Samuel Yingst Not pictured: John Hoffert William Austin Terry Sanders Tracy Shook Gwenna Walker TI 72 “It’s no wonder of the world that Northfield will die,’ said sophomore, Louis Yingst. This was the theme of our first place sophomore float. “Wow,” said sophomore, Monda Seivers, “We actually won!” Yea, all of our hard work really paid off. It was Saturday, September fifteenth, and homecoming was drawing near. The sophomores began to work on the float; the float that won first place. Sun- day night more sophomores were out at Kathy Coble’s house busily working on the unique float. The day of homecoming, September twenty-first, had arrived. The sus- pense was great. Whose float would take the honors of first place? Would the new-coming freshmen be success- ful, or would the seniors dominate, or maybe the juniors would surprise us all. What a feeling of relief when our soph- omore float took first place. Good job, sophomores. We made quite an im- provement from last year. Steve enjoys his music to the max. Quetta and Tara ride the winning float. Is it really that cold Jennifer. Right: Let’s rock with Rich. Secretary, Beth Dierks. To say the least, our freshmen year was a new experience. Going through the year being the ‘bottom of the barrel,” (in age only of course), was tough, but we made it with flying colors. It wasn’t as bad as we imagined. Really, it was pretty exciting. . . Remember working on our first home- Class officers—Treasurer, Vicky English; President, Barry Ousley; Vice President, Kris Wolfe; and What a decision—Freshmen Katrina Fitch and Tracy Rose look among the class rings while try- ing to decide what kind they want. Caught in the act—Jackie King was caught while putting a little extra food on her plate during lunch. coming float, trying out for high school athletics for the first time, trying out for the school play, joining clubs never offered to us before, and being able to take chosen classes? It was a big change, for the better, from junior high. High school offers a lot to us and being a freshman was just the begin- ning. Z2msajrzuman Woody Akers Brian Albert Tammi Allen Marvin Anderson Kevin Archer Jeryl Baker Steve Baker Bart Barrera Chad Baxter Wayne Bays Joella Bell Jason Block David Boggs Erick Bolt Peter Brown Susan Brubaker Randy Brumbaugh Richie Bunch Rhonda Burkett Angela Busenbark Joey Busz Stephen Butt Gail Campbell Kristi Carlin Matthew Cassel Denise Chapman Mike Clark Steve Clifford Angie Collier Chad Collier Robin Collier Jim Cook Caught in a daze—David Schneider seemed to be a little surprised when this photo was taken. Greg Crawford Wendy Crawford Greg Cripe Jerry Davidson Anna DeLaCruz Beth Dierks Eric Dierks Deana Drudge Renee Dunfee Tim Easterday James Elder 74 Vicky English Steve Espinoza Jamie Federspiel Katrina Fitch Steve Francis Jayma Fry Tim Gable Kevin Gates Shelly Geist Tammy Gidley Tina Gidley In a hurry—Tammy Gidley and Kim Hart seem to be in a rush to get through the lunch line. Mike Glick Matt Grant Ryan Graves Regina Greene Jamy Gregory Mike Hackworth Michael Hall Jenny Harris Kim Hart Nick Hartley Angie Heffley Cherie Hicks John Hicks Lori Hiers Tami Hill Chris Horn Dede Hostetler Marcia Hostetler Ryan Huff Ronald Hall Britt Hyser Deborah Jackson Ronnie Jarrell John Jeffries Garth Jenkins Todd Jenkins Troy Jenkins Mike Johnston Jim Juillerat Brian Keirn Doug Kessie Dawn Kilander 1 Jackie King Vanessa Kline Todd Kreider Doug LaFevor Holly Laskowski Douglas Lehman Jeanette Lincoln Brian Loe Shawn Lortie Todd Macy Shelly Manuel Liz Masterson Susan Metzger Keith Miller Shari Mishler Erica Montel Chris Morphew Lorranda Morris Vey eae ARH AO ES Shanna Mullins Stephanie Mundy Daniel Myers Sheila Orbin Showing his spirit—Steve Francis is really showing his enthusiasm during band spirit day. P| Barry Ousley Kathy Ousley Gregg Palmer Luke Penn Rhonda Pherigo Doug Phillips Lake Poage Tim Porter Heather Prater Kim Prater Melissa Prater Peggy Rebman James Reeves Lowellita Regenos Stan Reiff Katy Richards Krisi Ridenour Kathy Rohrer 76 Penny Rosbrugh Tracy Rose Melody Ruse Harry Russell Julie Ryea David Schneider Sherri Sechrist Rebecca Sellers Robert Sharp Sandra Shepherd Brian Shupe Gary Sims Gary Sroufe Larry Sroufe Charles Stansell Kimberly Staudinger Bill Stump Jim Taylor Leslie Tenney Michelle Thomas Dawn Thompson Ernie Thompson Jerilyn Vandersaul Carl Venable Shane Watson Todd Waye Brian Weaver Wayne Weaver Lisa Werstler Don Wertenberger Leigh White Amy Widman Steve Wilkinson Kim Williamson Penny Williamson Steven Winkelman Kris Wolfe Brenda Worley James Wright Scott Yerkes Lewis Young Not pictured: Melissa Craft Tim Grable Sandy Hunt Sheila Hunt Terrie Sanders 77 78 Freshmen and Fun Stephanie Mundy, Beth Dierks and Katy Richards hide out at band camp. 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Of course, in order for the “two teams” to play baseball special rules were adopted. For in- stance, a fair or foul ball hit into the Garden of Eden was an automatic out. This caused problems since the Tree of Knowledge was second base. Little did the two players realize that the size of the teams could be greatly increased if they would eat of second base. But one day (legend has it that it was during a traditional Labor Day doubleheader) while standing on second, Eve got hungry and ate of the fruit—then cam the UNIFORM! : With the addition of Cain and Abel, came a new interest in the sport of PKU, full contact karate. But, of course, after the tragic twelfth round KO of Abel, the sport’s popularity declined. As the days went on, more and more sports picked up momentum. Swim- ming became the biggy in the days of Noah, as so many people were required to do it not only for sport but for neces- sity. Along with swimming came water polo and a crowd favorite today, syn- chornized swimming. Noah also intro- duced shuffleboard on the deck of the Oceanliner Ark and was team captain in the first America’s Cup race. Yes, Noah contributed a lot to the origin of sports. The next significant figure in sports was Moses who spawned the modern day triathelon. Back then it consisted of a deliverance from Egypt through water, a mountain climb up Mt. Sinai, and a 40 year hike to the promised land. Of course sports have changed through the years. Today, sports are really part of a person’s education. In participating, members learn to work with people and, in general, to learn what life is really about. Barb Kelsey once said, “A lot of people say that sports are just an extra-curricular ac- tivity to school; but anyone who has ever participated in any sport will tell you that athletics is a very important part of a person’s education.” LT ee UL Gridders End Second Winning 88 On the way to football games, you would probably find Bubba, D-Walt, Vince, Speedy, Ebby and Tyrimbi along with many others listening to the music coming from one of their jam-boxes. Yes, some of their nicknames are a lit- tle strange, but they had one ritual dur- ing their successful season that is rath- er common among athletic teams. Before each game, Head Coach, Bryan Sprunger, would ask one player if he would like to lead the team prayer. If that player said yes, he would be given about ten minutes before the team left the locker room for the field. If the player said that he would prefer not to lead the prayer, he didn’t have to. Whether or not the prayers helped the Wildcats to obtain their successful sea- son is a matter of opinion. No matter what your beliefs, it is a fact that they achieved their second winning season in a row this year; something that hasn’t happened since the 1977-78 sea- son. Coach Sprunger stated that the 6-4 record was alittle disappointing, but he felt that the team played very well at times. ‘We had a good year, but we should have won a couple more games.” The ‘Cats remained free of serious in- jury, except for sophomore, Ron Betts’s broken wrist. They collected only, “the normal bumps and bruises,” said Coach Sprunger. It was their 29-I5 victory over South- wood on October 24, 1984, that made their season the success that it was. It will go down in history. The Manches- ter game was definitely a highlight of the season. The Whitko varsity team beat the Squires 43-0. According to senior, Rodney Roberts, the team, “started (the) season excellently by beating Manchester!” In Coach Sprunger’s opinion there wer- en't really any individual outstanding players. ‘They were all outstanding”! Still, certain players were justly recog- nized for their achievements at the Fall Sports Banquet. Of the seniors, Stacy Hammel received the award for ‘Most Improved Player’; Duane Loe received his letter jacket and an award for ‘Most Valuable Defensive Lineman’; Mike Eb- binghouse received an award for ‘Most Valuable Offensive Back’; Johnny Couch received his varsity letter; Brad Hough, a captain, received his varsity letter and an award for ‘Most Valuable Defensive Back.’ Of the juniors, Chad VanKirk received an award for ‘Most Valuable J.V. Back’; Keith Russell re- ceived his varsity letter and Ty Smith received his letter jacket. Of the soph- omores, Bryan Sherwin, Jeff Larson and Greg Howard received their varsity letters; Doug Stahl and Todd Stoddard received their numerals; Fred Hathaway received an award for ‘Most Valuable J.V. Lineman.’ Just as all the players receive their cer- tificates and some players got special recognition, so did the managers. Ryan Smith received a certificate, Ron Betts received his varsity letter and John Hawkins received his varsity letter and his numerals. Some of this year’s football players were given yet another special recog- nition by being placed on the TRC All Conference Football Fall 1984 teams. On first team, senior Brad Hough was rec- ognized for his outstanding playing as offensive guard and senior, Aaron Ar- nold for his talent as defensive end. On second team, those honored were Ke- vin Shoemaker, offensive tackle; senior Brad Riemersma, offensive tackle; sen- ior Ron Huston, offensive place kicker; senior Stacy Hammel, defensive end; senior Mike Ebbinghouse, defensive punter. For honorable mention, junior Ty Smith as offensive tackle; senior Rodney Roberts as offensive receiver; senior and captain Brian Nicodemus as quarterback; senior Mike Ebbinghouse as offensive runningback; seniors Rod- ney Roberts and Brad Hough as defen- sive linebackers. The junior varsity team compiled a 6-2 record in turn for their hard work. The freshmen ended the season with a 5-2 record. Row I: Manager John Jeffries, Mike Hall, Nick Hartley, Steve Baker, Wayne Bays, Bryan Loe, Jim Cook, Randy Brumbaugh. Row 2: Ernie Thompson, Bryan Albert, Eric Bolt, Joey Busz, Bill Stump, Ryan Huff, Bart Barrera, Steve Espinoza. Row 3: Coach Yeager, Eric Dierks, Jim Juilleret, Tim Gable, David Boggs, Doug Kessie, Coach Shultz. Record 4 Manchester 0 Angola 20 _ Tippy Valley 29 Eastern 14 Northfield 0 Rochester 4 North Miami 28 North Wood 37 Columbia City 6 Southwood 15 as Head Coach Bryan Sprunger requests, “beam me Senior quarterback, Brian Nicodemus, is getting up, Schultzy!” ready to throw a pass against Northfield. Row I: Paul Groniger, Jess Rush, Brad Riemersma, Stacy Hammel, Steve Weber, Aaron Arnold, Brian Nicodemus, Mike Ebbinghouse, Ron Huston, Johnny Couch. Row 2: Brad Hough, Duane Loe, Brad Craig, Rodney Roberts, Pete Castillo, Shawn Melton, Matt Gaff, Jeff Loe, Kevin Shoemaker, Rob Koontz. Row 3: Dean Lott, Chad VanKirk, Doug Arnold, Doug Fry, Lance Stalh, Darrin Estepp, Roy Krouse, Ty Smith. Row 4: Mark Koontz, Bryan Sherwin, Chris Sheperd, Jeff Larson, Ron Betts, Greg Howard, Doug Stahl, Fred Hathaway, Todd Stoddard. Row 5: Mike Kline, Adam Craig, Jeff Sickafoose, Chad Geer, Jeff Chaplin, Joe Stevens, Keith Russell. Row 6: Coaches—D. Lopshire, R. Cherry, J. Yeager, $. Shultz and B. Sprunger. 89 Spikers Improve The girls volleyball team consisting of twelve varsity and twelve jr. varsity players ended the season witha record of six wins and thirteen losses. The team lost many close matches, of- ten playing inconsistently. Senior Missy Long commented on the season saying ‘It was a lot of fun although we didn’t win much.” She also said that Coach Roth made playing fun. ‘“He’s the best coach!” Coach Roth’s comments on the team were complimentary. “This year’s team has been the nicest to work with in my four years of coaching volleyball at Whitko.” He is sorry to be losing his senior players, but he felt that some of his best players would be returning in the fall “anxious to learn.” All players received certificates at the Fall Sports Banquet. Along with their certificates, senior varsity players Sheila Ousley and Barb Kelsey were honored by being chosen as Most Valu- able Defensive Player and Most Valu- able Offensive Player, respectively. The award for Most Improved Player of the year was given to freshman, jr. var- sity player, Leslie Tenney. Tara Fancil, sophomore, and Amy Slusher, senior, were complimented for their fine work as managers. Row | Left-to-Right—Monda Seivers, Barb Kelsy, Cindy Howk, Talisha Helvey, Sheila Ousley, Kaoru Miyasaka. Row 2 Left-to-Right—Tara Fancil, Lanette Richards, Missy Long, Coach Roth, Debbie Reid, Angie Collier, Amy Slusher. Hurray for teamwork! Scoreboard. ‘ats = Opp. Record _ Carrol bs Concord 66 Hunt. Cath. _ «45-7 Carrol (15-15 West Noble — 10-15-15 - Homestead - «15-14-11 Manchester 5-16 «1-18 Busco 1-9 15-15 Northfield 12-9 15-14 Oakhill 10-7 14-15 Wawasee 5-3 15-15 Triton (5-4-Il 11-15-15 Col. City 8-13 Ss Whites 15-15 4 Eastern 55 $4 Tipp. Valley 16-6-12 14-15-15. North Miami ‘15-15 so Warsaw 15-15 i2 Southwood 5-3 BB Row | Left-to-Right—Jackie King, Angy Slusher, Vallerie Kreider, Susan Brubaker, Becky Wilson, Angie Hart. Row 2 Left-to-Right—Coach Gast, Donna Love, Leslie Tenney, Kathy Coble, Steph- anie Mundy, Leigh White, Vicky English, Coach Roth. | | Harriers Hurry Row |: Brandon Truman, Rich Lysaght, Steve Wilkinson, Brian Shupe. Row 2: Coach Mohr, Mike Albert, Todd Jenkins, Bob Sharp, Bill Kral, Coach Penrod. Both the song “Roxanne” and the cross country team’s new mascot, Harrier, were everpresent spectators at this year’s meets. “Rox” was enjoyed and sung by all members of the team. They also had a new pet, their mascot, that was a ten- nis ball whose name means runner in French. Harrier was tossed back and forth among runners at practices. Coach John Mohr was very supportive of the team members, giving them what they needed in order to keep go- ing. At the 1984 Fall Sports Banquet, fresh- man, Brian Shupe was given the honor of the most valuable runner; his best time being 17:32. Freshman Steve Wil- kinson earned recognition as the most improved runner by improving his time The only senior on the team, Bill Smith, was voted the team captain. Smith said, “I felt as though | would have to keep the underclassmen in line, but this group was one of the most mature groups I’ve ever know. | wish them all success in the future.” Record _ Manchester Columbia City 45 1g Coston cs 7 Huntington N. 5 Southwood 36 Rochester _ N. Miam A Manchest 2 — Columbia ¢ 23 _Wawasee _« Central Noble 35 Churubusco 25 30 Churubusco Invit.—22nd_ Harding Invit.—22nd Conference 7th Sectional 9th Striving to achieve—Brian Shupe keeps his stride. Running against the wind—Rich Lysaght pushes 9 on. While either listening to Mike Howk’s ghetto blaster or Frank Loe’s endless stream of jokes, the boys tennis team practiced strenuously and spent many hours analyzing their individual strenghts and weaknesses. The result of all this effort was re- newed pride and respect for the team’s competitive abilities. Team member Mike Stephens, sophomore, said, “I though this year was better than last year. Next year is going to be even bet- ter!” The team ended the tennis season with a 2-4 record. The strongest players this season were Ron Clark, Todd Way- bright, and Don Gilson. Al Gilson de- serves recognition as the most im- proved player. Ron Clark showed his finesse on the court by defeating a sec- tional runner-up and narrowly losing to another enroute to a fifth place finish in the DeKalb Invitational. The boy’s tennis program, in its second season, is continuing to build and im- prove. The third year will hopefully show improvement and a winning sea- son. Scoreboard _ Gab Opp. Record rt Triton . Central Noble _ Manchester Columbia City Tippy Valley Wabash iM ED Row I: Jim Jeffries, Todd Waybright, Al Gilson, Mike Stevens, Mike Howk. Row 2: Coach Sharp, Mike Glick, Don Gilson, Ron Clark, Todd Macy, Frank Loe, manager Wendy Cooper. Deep in concentration—Frank Loe readies him- self for a match. Looking on—Al and Don Gilson along with Todd Waybright watch their opponents warm up. ' recon cosceserarianmmamee aaeicnimmcbawacaiaalll Nice serve—Mike Glick practices his serve be- fore a match. i Cheerleaders Varsity squad: Michelle Conley, Shawn Melton, Cindy Howk, Ron Huston, Linda Carlin, Matt Gaff, Talisha Hel- vey, Brad Hough, Kelli White, and Rob Koontz. A lot of times people feel as though cheerleading is easy and doesn’t re- quire time. Well, those people have never been cheerleaders. Cheerleaders practiced at least twice weekly. Some practices were after school; however, some were at 6:45 in the morning. Throughout the year, the cheerleaders held a clinic to teach cheers. They sold concessions for the athletic depart- ment to help raise money and tried very hard to keep the fans enthusias- tic. J.V. squad: Nancy Fortman, Randa Huff, Renee Gilbert, and Kathy Coble. 93 94 A Winning Season Once Again Because the team lost four of their starters to graduation, the hopes for a winning season were minimal. But this didn’t seem to stop the young team from giving it their all and turning out a successful l4-8 season. Winning the first game added some confidence to the team’s parade, only to be rained on by two losses. But, the sun shone again with a winning streak of eight, soon to be halted by a down- pour of five losses. The season did not, however, end in this saddened state, for it ended with six wins, two of which were sectional. Beating North Manchester 68-61 was a highlight of the season for the team. As senior Dick Cole said, ‘That always makes a season!” Player highlights included senior Scott Sechrist with thirty-four points scored J f.. [Pane 4 An S Driving past Concord—Mike Ebbinghouse goes for the score. against Warsaw, senior Roger Juillerat with nineteen rebounds against East- ern, and senior Mike Ebbinghouse with nine assists against Dwenger. Of the above players, awards were giv- en to Mike Ebbinghouse for 127 assists, and Roger Juillerat, for rebounds and “Mr. Hustle’. Sophomore Mike Kline also received an award for free throws. Scott Sechrist was chosen for First Team All-Conference, a Warsaw All- Area Team, and Second Team All-Sec- tional. Roger Juillerat was chosen for Second Team All-Conference, and First Five of the First All-Sectional Team. The team tied for conference champi- ons with Oak Hill. According to the team, all of their suc- cess was not due totally to their skill and hard work. Many of us are unaware of the superstitious rituals that the bas- ketball players, team, and cheerleaders acquired and hung on to in order to make it through the season. The team’s main ritual was to say a prayer before “hitting the floor.” No pep rallies were Leading the team— Cheerleader Matt Gaff makes a break through. Looking for the open man—Scott Striggle has all eyes upon him. requested because the team believed that they attributed to losing. The team also listened to the same Sammy Hagar tape before each game. When coming out of the lockerroom, the team was always led by senior cheerleader Matt Gaff. Mike Ebbinghouse always fol- lowed Matt, Todd Waybright had to be in the middle, and Sechrist always last. Once on the floor, the team had to do this same warm-up routine for as soph- omore Scott Striggle commented, “It just isn’t right if we don't.” Individual players did things like make sure no one touched his uniform before a game, and senior Todd Waybright al- ways wore the same blue shorts under his uniform. Todd claims, though, that this wasn’t a superstition, just some- thing that he did. Whether it’s hard work, superstitions, or both, we all hope that the boys bas- ketball team will be able to keep up the winning seasons! qiiCary | pCa ial ‘| Gd : eee aLitar, Pa ty so 4.2 - gitty yf : y i ‘ x 52 A Row I: Talisha Helvey, Linda Carlin, Michelle Conley, Kell White, and Cindy Howk. Row 2: Coach Bill Patrick, Dick Cole, Mike Ebbinghouse, Mike Kline, Scott Sechrist, Ty Smith, Scott Striggle, Jim Juillerat, Roger Juillerat, Mark Sickafoose, and Todd Waybright. SCOREBOARD Cats’ Opp. Warsaw Churubusco 58 Oak Hill Col. City 55 Wawasee Homestead 61 Triton Northfield 58 Concord Tipp. Valley 50 =— Eastern Central Noble 37. Southwood Blu ffton 61 North Miami West Noble 65 First Sectional Northside 55 Black Hawk Christian Manchester 67 Second Sectional Wabash 38 = Carroll Dwenger 62 Mr. Basketball 1984-’85 Senior Scott Sechrist was named Mr. Basketball contest. Basketball of the 1984-’85 basketball season. The honor was presented to The money made from this years Mr. him by the girls’ basketball team which Basketball came to about five hundred sponsors the event. This is the second dollars. This money goes to the girls’ year that they have conducted the Mr. _ basketball team. Dodging the opponent—Scott Striggle looks for a teammate. 95 Varsity Scores Big “No girls basketball team at Whitko has done what this team did this year,” said second year coach, Tom Wood. The team not only had their first winning record, eleven and eight, they also won their own four-way tourney for the second year ina row. Senior, Missy Long said, “In four years of playing, my senior year was the best. Mr. Wood is an excellent coach and I will nev- er be able to thank him enough for all the time and effort he has put in to build our program to what it is today.” Experience is what led the team to a win- ning season and the experience was found in the four seniors. Barb Kelsey played four years of varsity. In those four years, she led the team in free throw percentage 7 : f , : th a h Row I: Barb Kelsey, Leigh White, Sheila Ousley, Kim Gergory, Amy Goodman, Stacy Duggins. Row 2: One cele assists te cto ML ‘ was the Coach Wood, Mary Rose, manager; Hanna Korvola; Deb Reid; Missy Long; Hope Braun, Quetta Hurd; best defensive person her senior year. Angie Collier; Gail Hite, manager; Tara Fancil, manager. Also as a senior, Barb was designated first team TRC, first team area and all state academic. Inher three years of varsity, Sheila Ousley received second team TRC honors and two honorable mentions. She led the team in free throw percentage her senior year. Missy Long played two years of junior var- sity and two years of varsity. Missy led the team in rebounding all four years. As a senior, Missy received second team TRC honors. This year an exchange student played on the team. Pictured below is Hanna Kar- vola, our favorite Finn. She said, “Thanks for the team. | had a great time!” 96 Columbia City Northfield Manchester Churubusco Oak Hill Southwood _ West Noble _ Wabash _ Warsaw Eastern Hunt. Catholic North Miami aC Homestead 2 Wawasee : 4] Hunt. Catholic 64 15 _ Homestead 43 46 Up for the shot—Missy long played her best in the Tigers vs. Cats game. ‘| J.V.—Coach Schwartz, Barry Ousley, Steve Reeves, Al Gilson, Jim Juillerat, Doug Krull, Mike Albert, ||, Wayne Clawson, Don Gilson, Jamie Gregory. Boys’ J.V. and Frosh Scoreboard Record Homestead © Central Noble Bluffton _ West Noble North Side Eastern Southwood North Miami Churubusco Northfield _ Tippy Valley — ‘e ‘gutcy) if The boys’ junior varsity basketball team ended the season with an impres- sive record of twelve wins and eight losses. The team was led through their suc- cessful season by Coach Neil Schwartz, who doubles as a sixth grade science teacher at Pierceton Middle School. At the 1985 Winter Sports Banquet, sev- eral junior varsity players were recog- nized for their outstanding achieve- ments. Barry Ousley was rewarded for having the most assists and for being chosen for the sectional team. Jim Juil- lerat cleaned up with awards for the most rebounds, the highest free throw percentage of sixty-eight percent and was chosen for sectional team. All of the junior varsity players are looking forward to next year. y] if he TgBCk yy] Row I: Nick Hartley, Barry Ousley, Wayne Bays, Jamie Gregory, Randy Brumbaugh, John Hicks, Garth Jenkins, Gregg Palmer, John Jefferies. Row 2: Eric Bolt, Gary Sims, Ryan Graves, David Boggs, Eric Dierks, Doug Kessie, Mike Glick, Doug LaFevor, Steve Baker, Coach McManama. This year’s freshman boys’ basketball team had a fairly successful season. The coach, Steve McManama, com- mented that the team worked hard and showed great improvement over the course of the season. At the winter sports banquet, the free- throw trophy was awarded to Doug La- Fevor. The rebound trophy went to Da- vid Boggs and the assists trophy was awarded to Mike Glick. The team is looking forward to next year. 98 Girls JV and Frosh Scoreboard Opp. Record 9 North Miami 27 Central Noble 2 45 Tippy Valley 32 36 Northfield «ss 31 28 Manchester 28 33 Oak Hill ——r— 47 Churubusco. 2. 32 Southwood 6 5 West Nobl 2 13 Warsaw x2 39 Triton 28 13 Warsaw 25 33 Eastern 2— eee 18 Homestead 32 25 Wawasee t= 5 42 Bringing the ball up—Freshman, Leight White does her best in the Tippy Valley game. Junior Varsity—Row |: Tara Fancil; manager. Row 2: Mary Rose, manager; Angy Slusher; Amy Good- man; Stacy Duggins; Leigh White. Row 3: Coach Dilling; Monda Seivers; Hope Braun; Queta Hurd; Dana Geer; Gail Hite, manager. Freshman—Row |: Mary Rose, manager; Tara Fancil, manager. Row 2: Coach Lopshire; Susan Brubaker; Erica Montel; Vicky English; Rhonda Pherigo; Leslie Tenney; Shelly Manuel; Peggy Rebman; Gail Hite, manager. Some people ask, “Why is there a fresh- man sport?” The answer is that the purpose of any freshman sport is to gain experience and develop funda- mental skills. Although their three and eight record doesn’t seem to prove much, everything they set out to do was accomplished. The junior varsity team this year had a six and nine record. Many of the play- ers had experience on both junior var- isty and varsity this year. Hopefully, with the added playing time, these players can continue improving the program until they reach their goal of state champions. Freshmen Cheerleaders A. Freshman squad—Kris Wolfe, Dede Hostetler, Kristi Carlin, Jeryl Baker, Katy Richards What a pose!—Mrs. S. Richards, cheerleading ad- viser at Maids Show Support Row I: Leigh Keirn, Karla Sweeden, Vallerie Kreider, Kim Hart, Jennifer Lancaster. Row 2: Jo Ellen Hicks, Anna DeLaCruz, Vanessa Kline, Jayma Fry, Susan Metzger, Penny Williamson. not pictured: Rhonda Pherigo 99 Grappling for the Win “We knew we had the ability,” com- mented wrestler Louis Yingst, after the Wildcats captured their sixth sectional crown in a row. Once again, the wrestlers enjoyed a successful season, finishing with a glit- tering seven, two and one record, a sectional win and a ninth place finish out of twenty-two teams in the region- al. Leading the team in remarkable play were sophomore, Jarrad Lancaster, ju- nior, Chad Geer and seniors, Bill Smith and Aaron Arnold. “Bill Smith really stood out,” remarked Ben Myers, “he hardly ever won without a pin.” Mike Miller agreed, “Aaron Arnold and Bill Smith were outstanding.” Head Coach, Steve Hoopingarner felt Arnold’s finest movement came when the team’s co-captain defeated David Creech of Oak Hill in the championship round of the TRC meet and captured first place in his division. Smith also did well, establishing two re- cords in his senior year. He and Steve Espinoza both had thirteen pins this season, and he earned a total of 415 career points, also a new record. Junior, Mark Pherigo set a record for takedowns with forty this season. Jar- rad Lancaster was chosen as the team’s most valuable player and Joey Busz was voted most improved. Looking forward to next season, Coach Hoopingarner remarked, “We will be younger next year, but we should do just as well, if not better.” Another one?—Coach Hoopingarner holds the sectional trophy for 1985. Varsity—Row I: Keith Russell; Steve Espinoza; Dave Presscott; Bill Smith; Jarrad Lancaster; Louis Yingst; John Hoffert, manager. Row 2: Coach Hoopingarner, Joey Busz, Jess Rush, Mark Koontz, Aaron Arnold, Scott Huff, Mark Pherigo, Chad Geer, Mike Miller, Adam Craig, Asst. Coach Pressler. 100 Row I: Bart Barrera, Ryan Huff, Joey Busz, Jim Jeffries. Row 2: Coach Hoopingarner; John Hoffert, manager; Adam Craig; Randy Dormans; Corey Walker; Bub Mikesell; Ben Myers; and Asst. Coach Pressler. Scoreboard Opp. Record 2 — Central Noble 6 Manchester 6 6 Huntington North —_ 31 7 _ Northfeild 3 24 Tippy Valley 62 93 North Miami sss 48 18 West Noble 18 Oak Hill 40 Southwood 49 Churubusco 28 Sectional Regional Seek and destroy!—Senior, Bill Smith gains control of his opponent in one of his many wins. 101 Ready, Set, Go! Row I: Managers: Carla Harmon, Leigh White; Stacy Duggins, Marcia Hostetler, Gwenna Walker, Amy Ridenour, Managers: Kathy Coble, Amy Widman. Row 2: Rhonda Hall, Hanna Karvola, Talisha Helvey, Becky Wilson, Amy Goodman, Martha Fortman, Angy Slusher, Rhonda Wilkinson, Kaoru Miyasaka. Row 3: Shawn Lortie, Barb Kelsey, Vicky English, Robin Collier, Linda Carlin, Erica Montel, Gail Campbell, Monda Sievers, Vivian Hansen. Row 4: Coach Darley, Larisa Rubrake, Hope Braun, Missy Long, Melissa Prater, Quetta Hurd, Deb Reid, Rhonda Pherigo, Angie Collier, Coach Roberts. Down, two, three ... —Team captain Deb Reid leads the team in stretching before a meet. Although the girls track team had a dis- appointment at the TRC meet, their overall performance was admirable. Re- cords were set in five events. In addi- tion, seven events out of thirteen quali- fied for sectional. Deb Reid was the only runner to reach regional where she placed eighth. Captains for this year were Deb Reid and Missy Long. They also received the Coaches Awards for their events. Victory at last—Freshman sprinter Erica Montel crosses the finish line ahead of a Warsaw runner in the 400 relay. Record 8 Hunt. Cath, (2 Manchester 4 Col. City Manchester Triton Northfield Tipp. Valley Northfield _ Churubusco _ Warsaw Garrett Churubusco Churubusco =——sd584H_—“‘ ié‘é C ON North Miami 59 TRC 6th place 3 And They're Off! Row I: Glenn Smith, Mark Koontz, Dick Cole, Jo Moore, Todd Jenkins, Steve Wilkinson, Brian Weaver. Row 2: Manager, Tara Fancil; Rick Hobbs; Brian Kintigh; Gary Sims; Ron Clark; Steve Reeves; Peter Brown; Greg Howard; Manager, Floyd Hyden. Row 3: Coach Cherry, Doug Arnold, Aaron Arnold, Bryan Sherwin, Bob Sharp, Ty Smith, Scott Striggle, Mike Kline, Mike Albert, Mike Glick, Brian Shupe, Coach Wood. In all seriousness—senior Roger Juillerat relaxes after competing in the 800m run at the Northfield track meet. The Wildcats won the track meet. The 1985 version of the Whitko boys track team was a surprising one in- deed. The team returned only a handful of lettermen from the previous cam- paign, but yet managed to be more suc- cessful over the season’s stretch. The team got off to a shaky start with losses to Wabash and Columbia City early in the year, but bounced back with big wins over Southwood, North- field, and Churubusco enroute to a sec- ond place finish to powerhouse Man- chester. The Achille’s Heel of the team proved to be the inexperience of the distance runners as freshmen Brian Shupe, Peter Brown, Todd Kreider, and Brian Weaver were called upon to grow up fast. By the season’s end they were coming along nicely and will definitely be a staple in the 1986 team. The bulk of the scoring load fell upon senior Dick Cole, juniors Ty Smith and Doug Arnold, and sohpomores Mike Kline and Scott Striggle. Dick acquired most of the team’s points as he tripled in the 100, 200, and 400m dashes. Doug was a frequent blue ribbon winner in the long jump, as was Ty in the shot put and discus, and Mike in the pole vault. The highlight of the season was senior Dick Cole’s accomplishments. Dick was crowned conference champ in the 100, 200, and 400m dashes. He equaled the same feat at the Huntington Sec- tional as he produced 30 of the team’s 31 points there. In total, Dick won 34 straight races. Along the way, Dick set school records in the 100m, 200m, and 400m dashes. He received second in the 400m at the Ft. Wayne regional, as well as fourth in both the 100 and 200. He was the first Whitko trackster to qualify for state in more than one event. Dick’s season ended in Indiana- polis where he placed ninth in the state in the 400, twelfth in the state in the 100, and nineteenth in the state in the 200. Unfortunately, no scoreboard was made available to us. 103 104 In deep concentration—Dick Cole readies himself for his next race. Unfortunately, Dick sustained an ankle injury late in the season which caused some problems for him during state competition. Preparing for a race—Erica, who ran varsity, seems to be in her own world of concentration. Smile pretty—After giving their races their all, Vicky and Stacey take time to take it easy. Chalk up one more—Deb Reid wins another race enroute to an undefeated regular season. Up, up, and away—Hope shows good form in the shot. — Row I: Jim Jeffries, Jason Block, Brent Wilson, Jeff Chaplin, Todd Waybright, Mike Howk. Row 2: Frank Loe, Brad Reimersma, Scott Keirn, Jeff Shumaker, Shawn Melton, Brian Fawcett, Jim Golf, Branden Truman, Coach Yeager. Where did the ball go?—Brad Reimersma listens to a few tips from Coach Yeager. Get back here!—Reaching for his golf ball, Todd Waybright was a very enthusiastic player. Looking for direction—Jeff Shumaker sticks his tongue out as he watches his shot. Along with breaking even with a 7-7 record, the boys golf team also broke a school record at sectionals. The team stroke record was improved, making the new record 320. The team ended sectionals with an impressive fifth place out of sixteen. They had placed second at conference, finishing one stroke behind North Manchester. Seniors Todd Waybright and Brad Rei- mersma were elected team captains. Reimersma’s play was very consistent and Waybright’s improved greatly. At the Spring Sports Banquet, Waybright received recognition for having the lowest putting average, sophomore Jeff Shumaker was a medalist for hav- ing the lowest stroke average, and sophomore Brent Wilson was recog- nized for having a strong mental atti- tude. Record Tipp. Veley— Southwood ts iss North Miami — 167 183 Warsaw Wabash 196 Hunt. Cath. 2 Manchester 178 166 Northfield. 185 East Noble 166 West Noble — 193 0 OakH = 55 173 Tipp. Valley = =—«s—si“‘ ‘é iOS _ Central Noble _ 15. 5 Col City b 152 won on 5th man’s score 105 Out of the Ball Park t E E 106 Row I: Kelli White, Pam Johnston, Tina Imel (batgirls). Row 2: Kevin Fitzpatrick, Rob Koontz, Mark Sickafoose, Terry Nicodemus, Steve Weber, Brian Stayer. Row 3: Coach Brown, Darrin Rubrake, Mike Ebbinghouse, Joe Jackson, Al Gilson, Don Gilson, Doug Fry, Bryan Nicodemus, Jeff Cripe, Coach Schultz. The 1985 baseball team finished the year with a disappointing loss at sec- tional, but enjoyed one of the best sea- son records in the past few years. The varsity had fifteen wins and nine losses and finished first in the TRC with a 6-I record. Seniors, Bryan Nicodemus and Jeff Cripe led the ’Cats offensive attack for the season. Nicodemus hit .362 and lead the team with 26 runs batted in. Cripe hit .380 to lead the team. Sophomore Don Gilson pitched 7 wins, | loss and recorded 25 AVEs; while sen- ior Joe Jackson was voted most valu- able pitcher with 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 saves. Terry Nicodemus was voted most valuable fielder; Steve Weber, Bri- an Stayer, Mike Ebbinghouse and Rob Koontz backed him up. The J.V. team finished the season with 7 wins and 6 losses. J.V.—Row |: Gregg Palmer, Bart Barrera, Barry Ousley, Wayne Bays, Todd Krider. Row 2: Fred Hathaway, John Hicks, Jim Loe, David Boggs, Jim Juillerat, Jeff Larson, Doug LaFevor, Joey Busz, Coach Brown. | | | Swing that bat—Steve Weber warms up before What did you say?—Rob Koontz listens to _—_ Anticipation—Mike Ebbinghouse prepares him- the game. instructions from Coach. self to hit a homer. SCOREBOARD ‘Cats Opp. Record 15 Hunt. Catholic ai Garrett ( {2 Homestead — 10 Wabash 13 West Noble q West Noble 9 Elmhurst | Triton 10 Churbusco 0 4 j e) 4 ll 4 6 4 Snider - Snider Bethany Christian Tippy Valley Churbusco Oak Hill Southwood North Miami Eastern Manchester Northfield Warsaw Hunt. North Wawasee Sectional Listen you guys—Coach Schultz discusses the plan for the next inning. Standing in rear: Mike Ebbinghouse, Terry Nicodemus, Rob Koontz, Steve Weber. 107 Girls’ Tennis The girls’ tennis team had a new begin- ning. They had to break in a new coach, Miss Gast. Whitko’s new Spanish teacher got the coaching position when she was hired. The most improved team member is Lies] Boggs. (record 8-5) Miss Gast stated that Liesl became more aggres- sive as the year progressed. The most outstanding player is Vallerie Kreider. (record 10-3) ‘She always played with aggressiveness and confidence. She never gave up.” said coach Gast. When the coach was asked how the team played, she said, “The team lost many games but gained a lot of exper- ience and self-confidence. Many games were lost by one point. Next year will be a winning season because of the knowledge and experience the girls acquired.” Varsity tennis—Lies! Boggs, Julie Long, Leslie Tenney, Shelia Stump, Paula Atkins, Valerie Krieder, Jackie King and Coach Gast cats opp. - ] . _ Wabash | _ Northfield — Triton Elmhurst — Manchester _ Westview Tippy Valley Warsaw Central Noble _ Wawasee wh hw bWRW EYE Junior varsity tennis—Angie Hart, Susan Rose, Kim Hart, Anita Heintzelman, Jo Ellen Hicks, Cheryl Wolfe, Penny Rosbrugh, Shari Mishler and coach Gast 108 Activity ak-’tiv-et-é noun, I: Liveli- ness 2: a form of organized, supervised, often extra-curricular recreation 3: an organizational unit for performing a specific function. Activities at Whitko High School con- sist of a wide variety. There is virtually something for everyone. Whether you are interested in acting, singing, play- ing an instrument, student govern- ment, outdoor recreation, or communi- ty service, Whitko has something for you. Most activities have certain require- ments which the members must fulfill. Paying dues, attending practices and social functions, being willing to learn and try new and different ideas, and responsible to develop the full poten- tials that you have committed yourself to by being in an active group are ex- amples. Although certain groups have many re- quirements, if you are dedicated to the group(s) you are in, it will be worth- while and fun. You can’t help but meet new and different people when you are actively participating in any group. . Without activities, school life would be routine and too institutionalized. Many activities also involve the community; drama club plays and musicals, band concerts, marching shows performed by the Whitko Marching Pride, and Sunshine Society fund raisers for Riley Hospital or other worthwhile causes, etc. Finally, What about after you gra- duate? When you look through your school yearbook twenty years from now, you will mostly remember the things you did and the people you met through activities. Ut — aia = 0] 110 Homecoming Homecoming is a vital part of high schoollife. It is defined as the day after four floats are hurriedly put together and rushed to the football field. Whitko carried on the tradition of Homecoming Queen while adding something new this year. For the first time, boys could compete for the titles of Homecoming King and Mr. Conge- niality. The float riders and Queen and King candidates waited impatiently for the big night. At last the sun sank and the stars came out. A cold night did not stop the football team, who was first and last on the pro- gram; they shut out Northfield 33-0. At halftime the floats were paraded Miss Congeniality, Nancy Fortman, smiles for the camera along with Scott Striggle. and the winner announced. The sen- ior’s float titled ‘‘Norsebusters” helped them to maintain a perfect un-win re- cord of 0-4. Riders were Ann Yohe, Rhonda Wilkinson, Amy Ridenour, Nel- son Schuman, Angie Gerardot, and Ro- sie Bowerman. The junior float survived a sabotage at- tempt by some insane seniors and still managed to lose. Mike Tolson, playing the role of Santa Claus, was the only rider. The winning sophomore class float “It’s No Wonder of the World that North- field Will Die”, followed the theme “Wonders of the World” which was to be used by all floats. The winner fea- tured eerie dead trees and leaves, one happy cheerleader (Quetta Hurd), one Whitko football player (Tara Fancil), a Freshman Kris Wolfe and Mr. Congeniality Barry Ousley are caught off guard by the photogra- pher. vulture, dry ice and a casket which contained Rich Lysaght. The freshmen float, called “Sink the Norsemen” was a contender which de- picted a Whitko footbal! player chop- ping to bits the Norsemen’s ship which then sank into the turbulent paper waves. Riders were Joey Busz, Brian Loe, and Eric Bolt. Finally, the moment came for the an- nouncement of the Homecoming court. Rodney Roberts and Tina Yates were crowned King and Queen, while Barry Ousley and Nancy Fortman were named Mr. and Miss Congeniality. Oth- er candidates were Cindy Howk, Brad Hough, Kim Gregory, Karla Sweeden, Ty Smith, Terry Nicodemus, Deb Reid, Mike Kline, Scott Striggle, Kris Wolfe, Stephanie Mundy and Ryan Huff. Juniors Kim Gregory and Ty Smith wait patiently for the announcement of Homecoming King and Queen. Ae I oe A RT a nae Candidates Karla Sweeden and Terry Nicodemus don’t seem to be camera-shy. Shown here in all their glory are the 1985 Home- coming King and Queen, seniors Rodney Roberts and Tina Yates. Sophomore Mike Kline seems to be asking “What now?” to Deb Reid. Freshman Stephanie Mundy and Ryan Huff take their walk across the field during the procession. Cindy Howk seems to be all smiles compared to Brad Hough, who looks a little tired after the first half of the game. Whitko Marching Pride jis iaahsrestanaaninana iia ebanseaashtioe ps elie naiingnniiananantteinisininatonennnicn aie Row |: Stephanie Macklin, Ruchele Wright, Kathy Pfleiderer, Nancy Fortman. Row 2: Karen Fox, Randi Kintigh, Stephanie Mundy, Pam Johnston, Danya Butler, Wendy Miller, Julie Bower. Row 3: Jolane Ogden, Sandee Rufner, Jamie Busz, Kim Copeland, Karen Pfleiderer, Katy Richards, Greg Crawford, Kristine Shupe. Row 4: Kris Horn, Tim Easterday, Mike Stephens, Shannon Gangwer, Vince Haupert, Erica Montel, Missy Ulshafer. Row 5: Liz Masterson, Richie Bunch, Jim Fortman, Roy Castillo, Amy Goodman, Scott Keirn, Lance Stahl, Jeff Chaplin, Brian Fawcett. Auxillary Squad—Row |: Valerie Kreider, Wendy Miller. Row 2: Kathy Pfleiderer, Tonya Barrett, Kim Standing Proud— Jolane Ogden, Roy Castillo (the Hart, Sally Heinold, Lisa Karst. Row 3: Martha Fortman, Shelly Whitaker, Cindy Dormans, Julie Ryea. 1984-85 drum majors). 2 Stands Proud SON Row |: Leigh Keirn, Angie Busenbark, Jeryl Baker, Denise Chapman. Row 2: Heather Prater, Vallerie Kreider, Paula Easterday, Martha Fortman, Sandy Shepherd, Jenny Harris, Tina Coyle. Row 3: Rex Eiler, Mike Wine, Brian Boocher, Vicky Mink, Connie Hawkins, Kent Slater, Beth Deirks, Jennifer Schneider. Row 4: Mart Hale, Tim Grable, Gail Hite, Carla Harmon, Steve Butt, Jim Eiler, Terry Lude, Mick Ousley, Don Wertenberger, Tony Kinney, Kevin Archer, Jeff Rufner. Row 5: Chris Wolf, Chris Clark, Chris Val Dez, David Schneider, Mr. Bradley Walker, Staci Smith. 4 Shinge head Percussion Section—Jeff Chaplin, Amy Goodman, Lance Stahl, Scott Keirn, Pam Johnston, Tim Grable, Brian Fawcett, Liz Masterson, Jim Fortman, Stacy Smith, Leigh Keirn, Richie Bunch. The Whitko Marching Pride had a full schedule this season. The third week of August started the season off with a week of band camp. The Marching Pride spent many hours perfecting mu- sic routines and formations. Competitions started in September. The Competitions were as far away as Chesterton and as close as Homestead. The Pride received a first place rating and the music award in their class at district contest and a second place rat- ing at regionals. The Pride was also accepted to march at the Grand Nationals in November, which were held at the Hoosier Dome. The students may not have come home a winner, but they did learn a lot. 113 114 Stage and Pit Band Row I: Kent Slater, Stephanie Macklin, Pam Johnston, Rich Lysaght, Jennifer Schneider. Row 2: Mick Ousley, Kim Copeland, Sandee Rufner, Scott Keirn, Missy Ulshafer, Vince Haupert, Tim Easterday, Kevin Archer. Row 3: Jeff Chaplin, Jeff Rufner, Jolane Ogden, Shannon Gangwer, Tony Kinney, Mike Stephens. ic ” Sat, Lay Row |: Karen Fox, Kathy Pfleiderer, Roy Castillo, Karen Engelberth, Jolane Ogden, Ruchele Wright. Row 2: Jeff Chaplin, Randi Kintigh, Jeff Rufner, Pam Johnston, Mick Ousley, Mike Stephens, Tim Easterday. The furniture (” 0. tne. Jct. St. Rds. 13 Il4 North Manchester, IN (219) 982-2184 BOLINGER TIN SHOP, INC. 119 S. State St. S. Whitley, IN 723-5213 ee Truck : Tr pair ring J = STEPHENS REPAIR SHOP, INC. 130 E. Main North Manchester 401 W. First St. South Whitley, IN 723-4123 W | B L le S $ H O E $ I O R E 982-8144 Drama Club Presents The Christmas Carol Cast—Row I: Christine Gulish, Cindy Dormans, Kathy Pfleiderer, Lisa Lysaght, Stacy Smith, Connie Hawkins, Kim Copeland, Sandee Rufner, Mick Ousley, Kevin Archer, Brian Shupe. Row 2: Louis Yingst, David Wilkinson, Rich Lysaght, Jeff Rufner, Vince Haupert, Stephanie Macklin, Karen Pfleiderer, Kristine Shupe, Daniel Myers. A ghastly light shines upon Jeff Rufner as the Ghost of Christmas Past. Far right: Kristine Shupe and Rich Lysaght. 116 Crew—Row I: Jeryl Baker, Beth Dierks, Shari Mishler, Jackie King, Stacy Smith, Connie Hawkins, Katy Richards, Kim Copeland, Sandee Rufner, Karen Pfleiderer, Bill Lent, Steve Francis. Row 2: Debbie Miller, Penny Yates, Lisa Lysaght, Tammy Gidley, Susan Metzger, Tina Gidley, Daniel Myers, Rich Lysaght, Jolane Ogden, Troy Bouck, Anita Heintzelman. Row 3: Susan Rose, Paula Adkins, Angelos Litsos, Jennifer Schneider, Kristi Lude, Stephanie Macklin, Missy Ulshafer, Ron Betts, Diane Bales, Jamie Busz, Terry Lude, Stephanie Mundy, Tim Sammons. Row 4: Lisa Karst, Cindy Dormans, Delaine Due, Paula Easterday, Vince Haupert, Julie Bower, Jeff Rufner, Louis Yingst, Jeff Chaplin, Frank Loe, Andy Bowers. Mick Ousley gets a helping hand. Tiny Tim, Louis Yingst, and Bob Cratchit, David Wilkinson Vince Haupert as the infamous Ebenezer Scrooge. Act One: scene one Mrs. Skiles’ room 3:37 P.M. Anxiety prevades as students await their audi- tion times. Papers are shuffled, pens clicked: Enter Mrs. Skiles. Skiles: (dropping papers and keys on desk, seats herself center stage.) Alright, who’s first? ... Scene Two Main hall, next day, 7:45 A.M. Pro- spective cast members warily ap- proach bulletin board, hoping no one will see them leap for joy if they were cast. Jeff and Kevin, curious also, cross from office to read list. Jeff: | won’t have anything to do after school for a month if | don’t get this part. Kevin: Yeah! We can only hope. (blackout) Act Two: scene one Students seated casually at front of stage are talking among themselves. Mrs. Skiles, seated in the audience, grows impatient. Skiles: (in a voice exceeding 120 deci- bels) Get quiet, you kids! I’m trying to give notes!! Thus begins a new chapter in the ever changing story of the drama club’s yearly task of preparing for the fall dra- ma. This year’s production was Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol which has been a delight around Christmas time for many years. We chose this play be- cause of the many students wishing to do it. “You just can’t have Christmas without The Christmas Carol. Drama Club—These hardworking thespians and their ever-busy director, Mrs. L. Skiles, (back, left) give every production enormous amounts of energy, dedication, professionalism and love. 17 118 Drama Club Presents My Fair Lady Cast—Row |: Renee Dunfee, Staci Smith, Richard Lysaght, Stephanie Macklin, Deb Miller, Tina Imel, Jeryl Baker. Row 2: Tammy Grandstaff, Lanette Richards, Shannon Gangwer, Louis Lingst, Ron Clark, Jennifer Schneider, Dawn Rubrake, Stephanie Mundy. Row 3: Anita Brainard, Dave Wilkinson, Ron Betts, Kevin Archer, Katy Richards, Cindy Dormans, Missy Prater, Dede Hostetler. Row 4: Timm Sammons and Doug Fry. Upper right—Have a nice fall? Dede Hostetler and Tina Imel after a chorus line dance step which leaves them floored. Right—Say cheese! Stephanie Macklin, playing Eliza Doolittle, shows off for the camera. Far right—A singing telegram? No, just Shannon Gangwer rehearsing his part. Crew—Row |: Lanette Richards, Shari Mishler, Pam Johnston, Rich Lysaght, Staci Smith, Steph- anie Macklin, Deb Miller, Tina Imel, Jeryl Baker, Penny Yates. Row 2: Vince Haupert, Kim Cope- land, Shannon Gangwer, Louis Yingst, Kati Rich- ards, Jennifer Schneider, Karen Engelberth, Stephanie Mundy. Row 3: Delaine Due, Karen Pfleiderer, Anita Heintzelman, Sandee Rufner, Ron Betts, Doug Fry, Tim Sammons, Lisa Lysaght, Cindy Dormans, Mart Hale. Row 4: Brian Kintigh, Mark Demske, Andy Bowers, Terry Lude, Jeff Chaplin, Missy Ulshafer, Troy Bouck, Diana Bales, Mrs. Skiles. Row 5: Brian Lalone and Jeff Rufner. Drama Awards Best Actor: Richard Lysaght (H. Higgins) Best Actress: Stephanie Macklin (Eliza) Best Supporting Actress: Jennifer Schneider (Pearce) Best Supporting Actor: Shannon Gangwer (Doolittle) Best Technicians: Pam Johnston (make-up) Tim Sammons (lights) Student Director: Lisa Lysaght Best Person in Pit: Jolane Ogden (conductor) Best Female Entertainer: Stephanie Macklin Best Male Entertainer: Richard Lysaght Best Actress in a Minor Role: Katy Richards Best Actor in a Minor Role: Ron Betts Best Up-and-Coming Actress: Deb Miller Best Up-and-Coming Actor: Kevin Archer Most Spirited Drama Clubber: Stephanie Macklin Deb Miller Best Underclassman in Drama: Kevin Archer Most Musical: Karen Engelberth Center left—Dressed for the occasion—Louis Yingst and Rich Lysaght portraying London gen- tlemen, show off their costumes. Center right—You've got a good head on your shoulders—or is it three? Tina Imel, Stephanie Macklin and Deb Miller show off their acrobatic skills. Left—Take Five—The cast of My Fair Lady cer- tainly enjoyed themselves ... when they weren't working, of course. 119 SNYDER RD 500 E. Main NORTH MANCHESTER 982-2147 120 Swing Choir ee Row I: Lori Rebman, Stephanie Macklin, and Cindy Howk. Row 2: Tina Imel, Shannon Swick, Kelli White, and Randa Huff. Row 3: Mrs. Darley, Michele Hull, Sherri Carlin, Kathy Coble, Cindy Dormans, and Sandy King. Tina Imel—Out in her best! Lovely ladies—Cindy Howk, Tina Imel, Denise Bowles, Sandy King, Kelli White, and Michele Hull. 121 Gospel Choir Cra Pee ca ea aan SENET Row I: Stephanie Macklin, Lanette Richards, Vickie Kline. Row 2: Karen Engelberth; Dawn Rubrake; Mrs. Darley, Vince Haupert. The most often used word in a high school student’s vocabulary is usually “boring.” However, gospel choir has not been bored at all. They have been busy selecting and preparing songs to perform since school started. Since all of this year’s members have had pre- vious choir experience, little basic training was needed. This year has not been a bed of roses, though. With every choir member in- volved in at least two other activities, it was very difficult to arrange times for performances. They still were able to give at least two concerts a month and have some group time, too. Several of the members did extra choir activities connected with the school. Stephanie Macklin and Vince Haupert went to ISMMA district contest and placed first. After that they competed at state and again received first place. Karen Engelberth and Richard Lysaght tried out for and made the Tri-State Honor Choir at IUPU in the fall. Yes, this choir has been one of the many things keeping the members of the choir and Mrs. Darley, their direc- tor, very busy—not bored! Congratulations—Rich and Karen, you've done a great job. Concert Choir 2 Row I: Tracy Shook, Barbara Horton, Dawn Thompson, Beth Hartup, Kauru Miyasaka, Gwena Walker, Penny Yates, Jeryl Baker. Row 2: Vickie Rebman, Bobbi Elliott, Lowellita Regenos, Angie Loe, Holly Laskowski, Rhonda Wilkinson, Amy Davis, Tammy Gidley, Mitch Anderson. Row 3: Vanessa Kline, Dawn Kilander, Anita Heintzelman, Jeanette Lincoln, Angie Sims, Todd Macy, Daniel Myers. Row 4: Michele Hull, Sherri Carlin, Kerry Ronk, Melissa Prater, Denise Chapman, Tina Gidley, Sherri Sechrist, David Rose, Mrs. Rhonda Darley. Contest Winners—Vince Haupert, Stephanie Macklin and Cindy Dormans were vocal state competitors. Rhonda Wilkinson competed at piano contest. The Concert Choir is the largest choir at Whitko with 38 members. Students in the Concert Choir are drawn from all four high school grades. The public performances each year include a Christmas Program, Spring Program, and Graduation. The Concert Choir is a “general choir” in that several styles of music are studied from Sacred to Ballad to Pop. Members of the Concert Choir are mainly drawn from the freshman and sophomore classes as these students are getting a basic background to prepare them for the two spe- cialty choirs, the Gospel Choir and the Swing Choir. 123 Speech Team Good morning! This is the speech team with our yearbook announcements. With our new coach, Bonnie Smith, be- hind us all the way, we traveled to many meets and overcame many diffi- culties. Not the least of which was the dilemma of leaving the keys in the car and then locking the doors. Also, our team was young this year, as we only had two veteran members. Some had problems deriving play or poetry cut- tings to perform; however we all found something to do. If you’re a fan of our announcements, you've become familiar with our trade- marks: the “happy-ad’’ and the “thought for the day.” Our “happy- ads” provide a place for students to put wonderful little comments on the air for just 25¢. Our “thoughts for the day” provide a profound saying to be pon- dered. If you want to get in on this exciting action, just contact any speech team member. Thanks for listening—have a wonderful year and a great life! Concentration—Rich Lysaght, practicing lines, is deep in thought. 124 Row I: Richard Lysaght, president; Jennifer Schneider, vice-president; Karen Engelberth, secretary; and Christine Gulish, secretary-in-training. Row 2: Tim Sammons, Tammy Grandstaff, and Jeff Cha- plin. Practicing morning meditation—Jeff Chaplin is getting some “good vibes” before going on the air. French Club __ Members—Row I: Jennifer Taft; Jayma Fry; Heather Prater; Martha Fortman, president; Kathy Blocher, treasurer; Missy Ulshafer, secretary; Jolane Ogden, vice president; Dede Hostetler; Krisi Carlin, Nancy Fortman. Row 2: Liesl Boggs, Becky Wilson, Anita Heintzelman, Deana Drudge, Beth Sherrard, Lynn Smith, Gail Campbell, Amy Widman, Tammy Allen, Leigh Keirn. Row 3: Angie Busenbark, Tammy Gidley, Katie Richards, Vanessa Kline, Susan Metzger, Jeanette Lincoln, Michelle Thomas, Rhonda Wilkinson, Vivian Hansen, Krisi Ridenour, Kim Demske, Shanna Ruse. Row 4: Yvette Harter, Jo Ellen Hicks, Ma ry Hyden, Amy Ridenour, Lisa DeLaCruz, Jane Lynch, Rhonda Ellenberger, Angie Gerardot, Paula Adkins, Lena Stephens, Jackie King, Kathy Pfleiderer. Row 5: Nancy Houston, Diane Bales, Julie Long, Hope Braun, Cindy Dormans, Tina Gidley, Lorranda Morris, Rhonda Pherigo, Lisa Ruse, Rachelle Walker, Dawn Thompson, Tina Harris. Row 6: Staci Smith, Larisa Rubrake, Tami Hare, Randa Huff, Sherri Carlin, Tracy Rose, Dianna Dingus, Wendy Miller, Shelly Whitaker, Glenna Woods, Michelle Conley, Linda Carlin, Pam Johnston. Row 7: Kristie Anders, Diana Drudge, Sandy King, Mala Grossman, Danny Myers, Roy Castillo, Vince Haupert, Delaine Due, Karen Pfleiderer, Shannon Gangwer, Jarrad Lancaster, Brian Boocher, Bill Spriggs. Row 8: Jason Block, Steve Butt, Jim Fortman, Kevin Archer, Mike Stephens, Eric Bolt, Doug Lefevor, Mike Glick, Andy Bowers, Jeff Rufner, Aaron Arnold, Brad Riemersma, Scott Keirn. Not pictured: Stephanie Macklin, Bryan Lalone, Regina Greene, Kathy Rohrer, Susan Rose, Joe Stephens, Ann Yohe, Vickie Steiner, Mrs. Wendy Long. Students who went to France—Row |: Kathy Blocher, Kim Demske, Jolane Ogden. Row 2: De- laine Due, Pam Johnston. Row 3: Eric Bolt, Vince Haupert, Aaron Arnold. 125 Spanish Club Sh «or ah Row I: Kip Shoemaker, treasurer; Cindy Howk, president; Miss Maritza Gast, sponsor; Lisa DeLaCruz, vice-president; Vicky English, secretary. Row 2: Ana DeLaCruz, Tara Fancil, Missy Long, Hope Bruan, Vickie Kline, Janett Vandersaul, Shannon Swick, Melissa Prater. Row 3: Shena Stephens, Shirley Wolfe, Karla Sweeden, Kristi Lude, Julie Bower, Paula Easterday, Penny Rosbrugh, Chad Baxter, Ryan Graves, Peter Brown, Shawn Spears. Row 4: Chris Wolfe, Becky Metzger, Yvette Harter, Mark Demske, Jennifer Schneider, Kim Staudinger, Glenna Woods, Pete Castillo, Ryan Huff, Bryan Sherwin. Row 5: Marcia Hostetler, Kim Williamson, Liz Masterson, Shawn Foulks, Tonya Barrett, Ruchele Wright, Donna Love, Quetta Hurd, Gwen Walker, Lisa Karst, Kathy Blocher, Mike Clark. Row 6: Doug Arnold, Adam Craig, Jamie Vandersaul, Ron Betts, Mike Kline, Louis Yingst, Jim Jefferies, Pat D immick, Carla Harmon, Kim Copeland, Karen Fox, Dayna Butler, Scott Booth, Larisa Rubrake. This year the foreign language depart- ment received a new Spanish teacher, Senorita Gast. Miss Maritza Gast is a graduate of Warsaw High School and Ball State College. Asa teacher, Senorita Gast is well-liked for her sense of humor. If ever a stu- dent has a need to laugh all they have to do is seek out Senorita Gast. But there’s another side to Senorita Gast, the side that all normal students dread. The se- rious side, the side that says it’s time to put on your thinking caps and learn. Oh well, welcome to Whitko High School anyway, Senorita Gast. Because of the new Spanish class, there 126 appeared a new club, Spanish Club. In its first year, the club attracted sixty- five members, and enjoyed many ac- tivities throughout the year. At the beginning of the first semester the members participated in two fund raisers. One consisted of selling jewel- ry, the other of selling candles. By earning money through fund raisers and dues, the members had the chance to go to a Spanish rock concert held at East Noble High School. Approximately sixty students went. The band from Spain was called the Kantares. The band was highly percussionated and lyrically oriented. Many of the people ended up standing on their seats in or- der to see the band. Jeni Watts was allowed to go up on stage and received a kiss from two of the Kantares. Then they dedicated their next song to her. Some said she looked as though she was having the time of her life. The students in the Spanish classes also made pinatas to be raffled at a basket- ball game held at Whitko. Not all of the pinatas were raffled; however, Senori- ta Gast kept a few to break open in each class. The project proved to be both interesting and fun. The new club seemed to have been a definite success. ; . Student Council Members, Row |: Jo Ellen Hicks, Paula Easterday, Dick Cole, Sheila Ousley, Rhonda Wilkinson, Bryan Nicodemus, Randa Huff, Jeff Sickafoose, Doug Arnold. Row 2: Mr. Luke Hunt, Staci Smith, Kim Copeland, Kathy Coble, Al Gilson, Mike Kline, Jamie Vandersaul, Angie Collier, Leslie Tenny, Stephanie Mundy, Ryan Huff, Steve Espinosa, Joey Busz. Not pictured: Doug Fry, Talisha Helvey, Rod Roberts. j Student council members, Dick Cole, Sheila Ousley, Rod Roberts and Talisha Helvey, busy at work. Student council was formed to be the voice of the student body in school af- fairs. They try to create a better rela- tionship among the students, faculty, and administration. Student council sets many good examples for their fel- low classmates. This year, along with their other activi- ties, student council sponsored a dat- ing match-up service. They asked stu- dents to answer several questions. The student’s answers were then put into a computer and matched. Another activity the student council helped with was the changing of Whit- ko’s address to Big Blue Avenue. Stu- dent council, along with the help of the journalism class and the faculty, voted on the change in address. This year the student council also spon- sored homecoming, a dance, a movie, and worked on the revision of their constitution. 127 rt Club 128 Row I: Mr. Malicki; Todd Waybright, president; Kim Gregory, vice president; Leslie Tenney, secretary-treasurer. Row 2: Charlie Shepherd, Greg Crawford, John Jeffries, Chad Hill, Richard Lysaght, Quetta Hurd, Jennifer Schneider, Delaine Due. Row 3: David Wilkinson, Doug Wolfe, Janet Watts, Bobbi Elliot, Doug Phillips, Gail Campbell, Amy Widman, Tammy Sims, Angie Sims, Katy Richards, Stephanie Mundy, Mark Knoop. Row 4: Kindra Jubinville, Rhonda Hall, Missy Lehman, Tammy Grandstaff, Lewis Young, Kathy Rohrer, Regina Greene, Jennifer Taft, Krisi Ridenour, Katrina Fitch, Jeanette Lincoln, Tracy Rose, Deana Drudge. Row 5: Jim Cook, Marvin Anderson, Ruth Hoskins, Kim Copeland, Tim Easterday, Chad Collier, Shawn Creviston, Al Gilson, Diana Drudge, Greg Cooper, Rosie Bowerman, Shena Stephens, Shannon White. Row 6: Don Gilson, Randy Dormans, Angie Hart, Shelley Whitaker, Paul Hahn, Kerine Harper, Brad Sherwin, April Toby, Glenna Woods, Pete Castillo, Kaoru Miyasaka. Row 7: Trissa Eber, Ron Brown, Jason Shoemaker, Jeff Parker, Monty Reid, Tina Yates, Marsha Meloy, Cindy Howk, Michelle Conley, Linda Carlin, Bill Smith, Duane Loe, Jim Jeffries, Jo Ellen Hicks, Lies! Boggs, Tami Hare, Doug Krull, Scott Striggle, Ty Smith. Art club originated in 1977 with a total of twelve students. Since then it has grown to its present size of over ninety members. It was created to allow art students a chance to get together and share their interest in art. Art club took field trips to the Scholas- tic Art Show presented by L.S. Ayres of Glenbrook and to the Franke Park Zoo in Ft. Wayne to study the artistic val- ues of animals through photography. They also sold candy and suntan oil to raise money for art supplies. As the year comes to an end and the senior art students are preparing for college, the art club supplies each one of them with a portfolio, which is re- quired for attaining art scholarships and for keeping their art work orga- nized. Always busy—Cindy Howk painting the lecture At the zoo —Bobbi Elliott gets close to the kanga- room walls. roo. Don't feed the animals—Jo Ellen Hicks enjoys the Zoo. Monkey business—They bear a strong resemblance to certain senior art students. Hello—Down—There!—Kim Gregory seems a little down in the mouth. Apprehensive of the animals—Janet Watts, Kaoru Miyasaka, and Jo Ellen Hicks in the petting farm. Lunch time—Jim Jeffries enjoys his lunch with good company in the shade. 129 Every farming community needs an or- ganization for the purpose of develop- ing future farmers to take over as com- munity leaders. Whitko was very lucky to have one of the most successful Fu- ture Farmers of America chapters in the state. Last year the FFA parliamen- tary procedure, livestock judging, for- estry judging and dairy judging teams under the instruction of veteran coach, Bill McVay and relative newcomers Joe Begley and Lisa Allen enjoyed especial winnings. The parliamentary procedure team won the district and area contest with ease. They looked forward to competi- tion with the other three remaining teams that were in contention for the state championship. The livestock judging team placed first (Barb Kelsey, Adam Craig, Doug Leh- man, Penny Williamson) and third (Sam Yingst, Jeff Sickafoose, Rex Eiler, Gregg Palmer) at the county contest. The team of Barb Kelsey, Adam Craig, Doug Lehman and Rex Eiler went on to breeze through the area contest and then competed at state in June. The forestry and dairy teams also won in their county contests. At the area, the forestry team was fifth and the dairy team was fourth. Both went on to the state contest. Recipients of the highest honor bes- towed in the state of Indiana, the Hoo- sier Farmer Degree, were Barb Kelsey, Nelson Schuman and Bryan Nicodemus. Forestry Team—John Hawkins, Miss Allen, Darrin Rubrake, not pictured: David Lortie. The forestry team did very well this year. | Row |: Barb Kelsey, Bryan Nicodemus, Nelson Schuman, Matt Gaff, Kent Slater. First “F”: Louis Yingst, John Hawkins, Kip Shoemaker, Adam Craig, Jim Eiler, Jamie Vandersaul, Doug Krull, Tim Gable, Ron Betts, Garth Jenkins, Gregg Palmer, Jarrod Lancaster, Kevin Gates, Mr. McVay. Second “F”’: Monic Hawkins, Mike Hall, John Hicks, Bill Stump, Ernie Thompson, Steve Wilkinson, Matt Grant, Shelly Manual, Susan Brubaker, Robin Collier, Penny Williamson, Rhonda Wilkinson, Todd Jenkins, Mr. Begley. “A”: Chad Baxter, Todd Krider, Stan Reiff, Rex Eiler, Jeff Sickafoose, Rodney Keirn, Rick Reiff, Chad Geer, Mark Demske, Mark Sickafoose, Terry Nicodemus, Fred Hathaway, Ron Brown, Brian LaLone, Darrin Rubrake, Doug Fry, Miss Allen. 130 Hoosier Farmer Award Winners—Barb Kelsey, Nelson Schuman and Bryan Nicodemus. The Hoosier Dairy Judging Team—Column |: Tim Gable, Jim Farmer Award is the highest award given in the State of Indiana for outstanding FFA achievements. Eiler, Jarrod Lancaster. Column 2: Rex Eiler, Matt Gaff, Mark Demske. Below: Parliamentary Procedure Team—Row |: John Hawkins, Darrin Rubrake, Jeff Sickafoose, | Livestock Judging Team—Louis Yingst, Barb Kelsey, Jeff Sickafoose, Brian LaLone, Rex Eiler, Adam Bryan Nicodemus, Barb Kelsey, Brian LaLone, : Se Nelson Schuman. Row 2: Rex Eiler, Mark Sicka- 7 C , Shelly Manuel, Penny Williamson, Gregg Palmer. , A Ge im ee foose, Louis Yingst, Chad Geer, Rick Reiff. rN ncn ot 132 Cheerblock Row |: Mrs. Begley, sponsor; Janette Vandersaul; Dawn Rubrake; Amy Slusher; Lisa Ruse; Lynn Smith; Mary Rose; Lisa Owens. Row 2: Karen Pfleiderer, Hanna Korvola, Sandy Shepherd, Martha Fortman, Vivian Hansen, Angie Gerardot, Rhonda Ellenberger. Row 3: Aleta Baker, Rhonda Jubinville, Shannen White, Lauretta Helblig, Jane Lynch, Kaoru Myasaka, Angie Loe. Row 4: Ruchelle Wright, Kathy Blocker, Vicki Rebman, Paula Easterday, Julie Bower, Tami Hare, Liesl Boggs. Row 5: Kathy Pfleiderer, Besty Goodrich, Anita Heinzelman, Stacey Duggins, Nancy Huston, Staci Smith, Angy Slusher. Row 6: Leigh Keirn, Lisa Werstler, Debbie Jackson, Tammi Allen, Krisi Ridenour, Susan Brubaker, Angie Busenbark. Row 7: Katy Richards, Kris Wolfe, Dede Hostetler, Kristi Carlin, Jerly Baker, Shelly Geist, Sherri Sechrist, Dawn Kilander. Not pictured: Pam Johnston. Finally allowed to relax—Rob and Talisha enjoy watching the game. Cheering them on—Cheerleaders, cheerblock, and fans rally for Whitko. In His Own World The pictures at left are of our mascot Ron Betts. Ron enjoys being mascot be- cause he feels he helps the game in his own special way. When we lose, he feels depressed and when we win, he feels happy. He also claims it’s a very hot job, but he asked for it. Ron’s in his own little world while in the suit, and it’s great because everyone looks up to him. Ron often meets and plays around with the other mascots and cheer- leaders before the game. Ron says the nicest part of being the mascot is that every year he sees the same little kids, and they run out on the floor to greet him before a game. In the future Ron would like to see the i ne mascot go to away games. He feels that � vey «LS the basketball players like to see him at me aan the games. Heads-off to Whitko’s mascot—Ron Betts Giving it your all, Ron? ink Snow! Snow Ski Club, Row I: Mr. Forsberg, adviser; Shelly Manuel; Kent Slater, vice-president; Chris Wolf; Kristine Shupe; Delaine Due; Hope Braun, secretary and | treasurer; Staci Smith, Hanna Korvola; Randa Huff; Renee Gilbert; Cindy Howk; Jerilyn Vandersaul; Michelle Thomas; Sheri Mishler; Janette Vandersaul; and Stacy Hammel, president. Row 2: Mike Stevens, Brian Shupe, Rod Keirn, Brian Sherwin, Rick Reiff, Eric Bolt, Jim Cook, Ryan Huff, Brad Riemersma, Rodney i| Roberts, Lanette Richards, Vince Haupert, and Jo Ellen Hicks. Up: Chad Van Kirk, Brad Hough, and Mike Kline. 133 Sunshine Society Row |: Mrs. Germann, Julie Long, Hope Braun, Candy Miller, Rhonda Wilkinson, Lisa DeLaCruz, Mala Grossman, Paula Easterday, Cindy Lincoln, Mrs. Ray. Row 2: Vickie Kline, Diane Bales, Mary Rose, Pam Johnston, Michelle Conley, Tina Imel, Kelli White, Diana Drudge, Missy Long, Amy Slusher, Larisa Rubrake, Row 3: Cindy Johnson, Ann Yohe, Lanette Richards, Janette Vandersaul, Sandy King, Cindy Howk, Talisha Helvey, Linda Carlin, Hanna Korvola, Karen Pfleiderer, Randa Huff. Row 4: Martha Joy, Becky Metzger, Rhonda Jubinville, Angie Loe, Rebecca Paxton, Jane Lynch, Rhonda Ellenberger, Angie Gerardot, Tami Hare, Liesl Boggs. Row 5: Gail Hite, Karla Sweeden, Vickie Rebman, Lori Rebman, Kim Gregory, Amy Goodman, Dana Geer, Rhonda Hall, Bobbi Elliott, Kristi Anders, Nancy Huston. Row 6: Donna Love, Ruchelle Wright, Nancy Fortman, Glenna Woods, Kaoru Miyasaka, Vivian Hansen, Debbie Miller, Vallerie Kreider, Kathy Coble, Monda Sievers, Yvette Harter, Dawn Phillips. Row 7: Kathy Blocher, Amy Ridenour, Lisa Lysaght, Dawn Rubrake, Lisa Ruse, Lynn Smith, Martha Fortman, Cindy Dormans, Besty Goodrich, Wendy Miller, Sally Heinold, Shelly Whitaker, Row 8: Tonya Barrett, Leigh Keirn, Kathy Pfleiderer, Angie Sims, Sheila Stump, Shirley Wolfe, Anita Heintzelman, Vicky Mink, Shanna Ruse, Kim Demske, Sherri Carlin, Staci Smith, Row 9: Jolane Ogden, Karen Engelberth, JoEllen Hicks, Missy Ulshsfer, Becky Wilson, Stephanie Macklin, Juile Bower, Shawn Foulks, Stacey Duggins, Shelly Poe, Dianna Dingus, Renee Gilbert, Rachelle Walker. Not Pictured: Sheila Ousley, Kristine Shupe, Teja Hiers, Lisa Karst, Wendy Cooper. SSS Junior Sunshine Queen candidate—Kim Gregory hard at work! Don’t get any bright ideas Mrs. Ray. Ok, Lisa, what have you done now! Sunshine Queen Rachelle Walker and escort Matt Gaff. Senior Sunshine members and Mrs. Germann hard at work! The Whitko Sunshine Society has been one of Whitko’s most active clubs of the 1984-85 school year. Sunshine is open to all sophomore, ju- nior, and senior girls who are interest- ed in meeting new people and partici- pating in various activities throughout the school year. Each girl must attend four social func- tions. The girls get one point for each function they attend. A certain number of points must be obtained to be in Sun- shine the following year. Each month of the school year brought activities for the members to partici- pate in. In September, the girls started the year by choosing an Ideal Lady. Peanut Pal week and Grandparents Night were the main events of Octo- ber. Daddy Date Night and the Thanks- giving Basket were the activities of No- vember. The Spirit of Christmas was in the air as the girls decorated the Christmas tree, and had their annual Christmas party. As the new year rolled around the cor- ner, so did the Best Beau dance and the Sunshine Queen Contest. Sophomore Rachelle Walker was crowned Queen by last year’s queen, senior Janette Vandersual. Senior Hanna Karvola, an exchange student from Finland, was first runner up. Kim Gregory, Junior, made a good effort. The girls collected $1803.83 that was to be used for the Riley Hospital fund, orphan support, and to send a handicapped child to summer camp. In March, the girls held their annual cake raffles. With the arrival of spring in April, a few of the girls went to the State Convention in Scottsburg. The Ideal Ladies Tea was also held in April. Senior Amy Ridenour won a $1000.00 Nursing Scholarship to use while at- tending Fort Wayne Lutheran School of Nursing. As the last month of school sprang up, the Mother Daughter Salad Bar was held for new inductees and their moth- ers. The Senior Breakfast was held in honor of the senior girls. During each month the Sunshine girls had Teachers Recognition day, where they brought food for all the teachers. 135 136 O.E.A. is Friendship and Hard The Office Education Association en- joys having fun and working hard, too. They have a Halloween party and a big birthday bash annually. O.E.A. makes money from kit sales and by selling car- nations. In 1985 the O.E.A. did really well in com- petition. At district Tina Imel placed first in shorthand II and pre-employed manual, and Karen Engelberth placed first in extemporaneous speaking Il. Ron Clark, Diane Bales, and LaDema Reynolds captured second awards in their categories. Third place awards went to Becky Metzger, Dawn Thomp- son, and Christine Gulish. Competitors placing first, second or third at district or state are elligible to move on to the next level of competi- tion. At state competition, Karen Engelberth placed first, and Tina Imel and Chris- tine Gulish placed fourth. Tina Imel also received a seventh place for her pre- employed job manual. Our O.E.A. chap- ter scrapbook received an eighth place out of thirty-six books. Miss Thompson, sponsor, says, “I am proud of all the kids and their hard work. This is the best O.E.A. has done at state.” . ea Miss Thompson, our fearless leader. Karen Engelberth takes first at state. Tina Imel and Chris Gulish take fourth at state. Missy and her most original pumpkin. Work Front and down the ramp: L. to R.: Chris Gulish, Marcia Hostetler, Miss Thompson, Sherry Jackson, Tina Imel, Mary Rose, Stacy Hammel, Lisa DeLacruz, Talisha Helvey, Kelli White, Cindy Howk, and Lanette Richards. Back Row and up ramp: L. to R.: Anita Brainard, Kristi Carlin, Dawn Thompson, Cheri Heeter, Missy Long, Ron Clark, Rosie Bowerman, Roni Hackworth, Lori Helblig, LaDema Reynolds, Sandee Rufner, Kim Copeland, Anita Heintzelman, Ana DeLacruz, Martha Joy, Becky Metzger, Chris Sexton, Diane Bales, Sherri Baker, and Lorranda Morris. iH il Dae be O.E.A. seniors observe the changing of classes. Pictured: Talisha Helvey, Cindy Howk, Kelli White, A Tina Imel, Roni Hackworth, Mary Rose, and Lanette Richards. tee Talisha Helvey, alias Cinderella, retrieves her slip- per. 137 Members, Row |: Candy Miller, Karen Engleberth, Martha Fortman, Lynn Smith, Christine Gulish, Cindy Johnson, Jolane Ogden, Becky Wilson, Amy Slusher, Barb Kelsey. Row 2: Mr. Steven Dasbach, Sandy King, Michelle Conley, Jennifer Schneider, Dick Cole, Steve Weber, Brad Riemersma, David Wilkinson, Ron Huston, Todd Waybright, Linda Carlin, Scott Booth. Not pictured: Amy Ridenour. The purpose of the National Honor So- ciety is to honor students who have shown leadership, service, scholarship, and character. Students can become eligible for Na-_ tional Honor Society their sophomore year. The eligibility requirements for sophomores are to have a 9.5 grade point average. Juniors and seniors must have an 8.75 grade point average to be eligible. The National Honor Society has two major service projects they do each year. In the Fall they help at the Red Cross Blood Drive and in the Spring they paint lines on the school parking lot. Their major event of the year is the Induction. Induction is where new members are honored with a short, tra- ditional ceremony. Family members are welcome and refreshments are served afterwards. 138 Inductees, Row |: Nancy Fortman, Karen Fox, Lisa Ruse, Kerine Harper, Tina Imel, Kathy Pfleiderer, Samuel Yingst, Stephanie Macklin, Wendy Miller. Row 2: Richard Burton, Kathy Blocker, Richard Lysaght, Bryan Sherwin, Doug Arnold, Vince Haupert, Jim Fortman, Diane Bales. Not pictured: Chad Hill, Delaine Due. Fellowship of Christian Athletes Row I: Mr. Hunt; Dick Cole, boys treasurer; Sheila Ousley, girls vice-president; Missy Long, girls president; Stacy Hammel, boys president; Chad Geer, boys secretary; Terry Nicodemus, boys vice-president; Stacy Duggins; Renee Gilbert, girls secretary. Row 2: John Hawkins, Amy Slusher, Barb Kelsey, Todd Waybright, Talisha Helvey, Cindy Howk, Duane Loe, Shawn Faulks, Nancy Huston. Row 3: Deb Reid, Doug Arnold, Ryan Huff, Rick Reiff, Adam Craig, Rachelle Walker, Kathy Coble, Mike Albert, Ron Betts. Row 4: Leslie Tenney, Angie Collier, Jamie Vandersaul, Vicky English, Dana Geer, Larissa Rubrake, Hope Braun, Darrin Rubrake, Nelson Schuman. Row 5: Mike Kline, Scott Striggle, Doug Krull, Jim Jeffries, Monda Sievers, Angy Slusher, Ron Huston, Jeff Sick- afoose, Ryan Graves. The 1984-’85 version of F.C.A. contin- ued its committment of spreading the word of Christ throughout the school this past year. The group enjoyed many activities for fellowship. These ranged from a belated Halloween party and a day at Chain-O-Lakes State Park to a slave day to help shut-ins. The organization, whose group totaled some fifty members, enjoyed many dif- ferent speakers during the year. The wide variety of speakers did center on the same subject, the group’s committ- ment to spreading the word and how to go about it. Although many of the group’s activities were for fun or just getting together, one such was not. The F.C.A.’s first slave day was launched this year. The people who signed up got out of school for a day to be salves. The signees di- vided themselves into two groups, one taking South Whitley, the other, Pier- ceton. The chores included such things as raking leaves, mowing lawns and other menial tasks. The group took up donations for their bondage, and the day was deemed as a real success. The F.C.A. is looking forward to work- ing with the students at Whitko in the future as well as bettering their com- munity services. 139 Row I: Bill Smith. Row 2: Lisa Karst, Shannen White, Brad Sherwin, Shannon Gangwer, Pam Johnston, Dick Cole, Rod Boardman, Shelly Whitaker, Mrs. Reiff. Row 3: Candy Miller, Amy Ridenour, Louis Yingst, Kathy Coble, Chris Gulish, Karen Engelberth. Row 4: Jo Francis, Julie Paxton, Angie Hart, Mary Rose, Vicky English, Delaine Due, Karen Pfleiderer. To say the least, journalism class has been quite an experience for everyone. It was great to see this class revived. | don’t know how we would have finished the book if we didn’t have class time to work on it. Some of the people in class were indispensible. Jo Francis was one person that always had her layout done on time and in tip top shape. Chris Gulish was like an extra right arm; she was always willing to help or advise in any way possible. Angie Hart was one person who hasn't received the recognition she deserves. Angie put together every page of the community section. In addition, she kept track of bills and our account. The people | appreciated the most were those who did their work and faithfully turned it in. This year hasn’t been all work. We had a fun-filled pizza pig- out in March. That was enjoyed by everyone who was able to attend. As Chris Gulish said, “This class was long periods of nothing to do, punctuated by short periods of everything to do.” We did a great job, guys! 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