Winchester Community High School - Golden Era Yearbook (Winchester, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1986 volume:

1986 GOLDEN ERA Winchester Community H.S., 700 N. Union St., Winchester, Indiana Volume 20 Taking A New Look The separation of truth and opinion is the basis of journalism. Often, though, truth is inseparable from perspective. What one sees is taken to be true, but one can’t always see the whole truth. We, in making this book, have tried to better present the truth by looking at life at Winchester Community High School from a new perspective. This theme was intended to shed new light on many parts of our school that have been looked over, gone over, and passed over. We think we have succeeded in taking a fresh look at WCHS in this twentieth edition yearbook. This book was intended to record the year for all of the students, not just the “popular” or “photogenic” ones. We made great efforts to include everyone, either in candid photos or in quotes. If you don’t appear as much as you think you should then maybe the photographer just missed you (or visa-versa) or maybe you just weren’t around. The Golden Era staff has covered school events, prowled dark hall- ways, and braved inclement weather to bring you the only comprehensive record of the 1986 school year. We have tried new design techniques, and even a new publishing company to give you the best yearbook possible. We hope that you appreciate our hard work on this book, but more importantly, we hope that this book of history helps you remember 1986 as a very good year. — by Tony Smithson, Editor K RIGHT: Christie Duncan listens intently as Mrs. Varner explains this year’s yearbook theme. The theme “A New Perspective was decided upon in June, 1985 —just in lime to start work on the book later that month. ABOVE: Tony Green and Julie Stuckey head out to the parking lot after school. Many found that driving was a good . alternative to the bus. Table Of Contents Introduction 2 Academics 16 People 28 Sports 70 “This has been the year of school I have mostly been looking forward to, but I am almost sorry it's over. I am glad that we all have worked together and finally won the spirit slick our last year here at WC. Mark Kcover Organizations 100 Advertising 140 Coke — Pepsi Clash 6 Coke — Pepsi Fight Hey, Jane, do you want a coke?” “No, I don’t want a Coke.” “I don’t believe this! Jane turning down a nice, cold drink!” “Yea, but, Angie, don’t you know that Winchester Community High School’s students had a taste test and Pepsi beat Coke!” in the summer of 1985, people raged across the country because the Coke Company took our traditional Coke off the shelves and replaced it with an all-new recipe. The company called this product “New Coke.” A group of senior girls agreed that New Coke was flat. Not only Winchester disagreed with Coke’s decision to put a New Coke on the shelves, but the rest of the United States held taste tests and came up with the same results. In October, the Coke Company decided to put the old Coke formula For Customers back on the market and call it “Coke Classic.” Does the New Coke really taste different? Ninety-one per cent of those polled said that there was no difference between New Coke and Coke Classic. Sixty-six per cent said, “The heck with Coke, we’re going to Pepsi.” Doreen Cook stated, “They’re stupid. I don’t see why they changed it in the first place. The New Coke tastes fiat, and I don’t think that the Coke Classic tastes like the real old Coke that we used to have.” “Coke Classic burns when it goes down,” said senior Mary Ann McCoy. “I prefer Diet Coke because it is T.A.” Senior Tina Roberts told the staff that since she was part of a new generation, that she would take Pepsi. by Cindy Stilwell BELOW RIGHT: Mark Kccvcr holds a balloon in triumph. TOP RIGHT: Chris Welch, manager of the basketball team, watches the team warm up before the first game. ABOVE: Ron McCoy is deep in thought. It took most people quite a bit of lime to decide between Coke and Pepsi. TOP: Working on their typing are Bret Farmer and Scott Rhoades. ABOVE: Patty Schwcizcr prefers Pepsi because “Old Coke is bitter, and New Coke is flat “ TOP LEFT: Mia Moon stands up for her team at a basketball game. TOP RIGHT: Ernie Ashley works on his electronics project, hoping to better the world with electronics. BOTTOM: Todd Schrickcr and Rick Holliday work in foods class. These two won't starve today. 8 YEAR OF HOPE World Unites To Show Concern A new perspective was made evident in 1985-86. It became apparent that the world could unite together to help those who needed all the help they could get. In the early fall of 1985, Mexico City experienced a devastating earthquake that killed thousands of people and destroyed many ancient relics. Columbians awoke in the early morning hours of mid-November to the news that a killer volcano had erupted. Mud slides killed at least 20.000 people and left at least 60.000 homeless. South African Negroes spent the year revolting against apartheid, the racist policies of the South African government. Many were killed in violent riots in the struggle for equal rights. In America, musician Steve VanZandt gathered a group of musicians who recorded a song entitled “Sun City,” to show support for the anti-apartheid movement. In September, Farm Aid was held in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, and raised at least ten million dollars to help American farmers. Organizers Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Cougar Mellencamp were just a few of the artists who contributed to the almost fifteen hour show. President Reagan met in Geneva with Soviet leader Gorbachev for the first summit conference in six years. The Italian cruise ship Achille Lauro was hijacked and resulted in the death of New Yorker Leon Klinghoffer, who was confined to a wheelchair at the time of his murder. Prince Charles and Princess Diana of Wales visited the United States in November. Some of the places they visited included Hawaii, Palm Beach, Florida, and Washington, D.C. Perhaps the biggest news story of 1985-86 was the vast outbreak of AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) in the United States. In early 1985, at least forty-eight people in Indiana had the potentially fatal disease. While doctors worked to find a cure, some of the victims went as far as Paris in hopes of finding a cure. Actor Rock Hudson’s death from AIDS spawned a number of benefits to be held to support AIDS research. One Indiana victim, Ryan White, fought a long court battle to win the right to attend a public school. While AIDS victims were shunned by many, many others still fought to win human rights for the victims of fatal disease. It wasn’t only AIDS victims who had supporters — people all over the world exhibited that special kindness we all show when the “chips are down.” Special funds and collections were made for victims of natural and man-made disasters. by Tracy Smithson ABOVE LEFT: Thinking over world problems is Shane Fruit. Many students at WC shared Shane's concern. ABOVE RIGHT: Todd Keys hands out literature at S.A.D.D. sign-up. Students Against Driving Drunk was one of many organizations concerned about our lives and safety. 9 WC-TC Leadership ‘85 New Friends — New Ideas — New Problems “It was fun, but not as fun as last year,” was how John Jackson described Leadership Retreat ’85. This was a first in that WC students were joined by students from Tri County High School. “I liked having them (Tri County) there, but it caused a lot of problems,” was what John had to say. While many didn’t like the joint retreat, there were more opinions like Darla Caupp’s: “Even though this was my first time there, I liked having Tri County there.” Another factor that slowed, but did not stop the retreat was the heat. With temperatures often into the nineties, Jamie Williams commented, “The heat seemed to dampen some of the activities, but a lot of good things were accomplished.” Some of the ’’good things” that the students accomplished were learning to be good leaders from small group activities, and learning how to better themselves in seminars. Such speakers as Nick Seta and WC’s Mrs. Swift spoke about listening and goal setting, among other things. The retreat was not only for work, though. The students enjoyed swimming and canoeing in the camp’s lake, and an outdoor dance was held on Saturday night. On the way home, it was agreed that even though it was hot and confusing at times. Leadership Retreat ’85 was a real success. by Tony Smithson ABOVE: WC’s Mr. Stephen catches a few winks. Mr. Stephen brought athletes to the retreat after Saturday games. RIGHT: Scott McCain speaks to students. Known for his energy, Scott proved to be a very interesting speaker. ,v : ’ ABOVE LEFT: Lena Herr and Jenny Cox join a TC student in making their group poster. Each group had a cheer, poster, and centerpiece. ABOVE RIGHT: Nick Seta makes a point to students. Mr. Seta spoke on the importance of listening. BELOW LEFT: Mrs. Varner and Mr. Gibson sell Cokes to cool off students after a seminar. The immense heat slowed things down, but did not hinder the excitement. BELOW RIGHT: Krista Hendrickson and Missy Bowers take a breather. The students at the retreat enjoyed many activities in addition to just relaxing. 11 HOMECOMING ’85 Victorado Seniors Capture Spirit Stick “We did it!” cheered a triumphant senior. “We finally won the spirit stick!” “Victorado” accompanied the seniors as well as the Black Attack the night of Homecoming. Homecoming ’85 started early in the week with the Powderpuff Football games won by the senior and sophomore girls. Murals depicting a Western theme were entered by each class in competition for the spirit stick. Throughout the week there were dress-up days, with Friday being black and gold day. Class spirit came out during Fun and Games Friday afternoon. In its second year, the bat race turned out to be the most popular again. A faculty team of ten, including that expert on bat racing, Mr. Roberts, challenged the winning senior team. However, it turned out to be no match for the seniors. Cowboys and Indians ran wild through the streets of Winchester before the game on Friday night, as the traditional Homecoming Parade proceeded through town to the football field. Novel float entries, such as the seniors’ covered wagon drawn by work horses, embellished the parade route. The cars carrying the queen candidates and princesses also added a touch of beauty. Following the parade, the battle began — the Black Attack vs. arch rival. Union City. Victorado was an appropriate theme, as the Falcons scalped the Indians 20-14. Starting quarterback Bill Davis said, “Beating Union City, our biggest rival, the night of Homecoming was probably the best thing that happened all year.” During half-time, the seniors were announced the winners of the spirit stick. Realizing that it was their last Homecoming, the class of ’86 pulled together to win. Reigning over Homecoming was senior queen Angela Huffman who said, “I couldn’t believe it! It was great! I think I shook for about two hours!” Her court included seniors Amy Detro and Melissa Phenis. Underclassmen princesses were junior, Krista Campbell; sophomore, Shannon Hartley; and freshman, Karen Hibbard. The victory was celebrated at the Homecoming Dance which concluded Victorado ’85. by Jane Zell ABOVE: Shawnda Croylc passes to Andy Hush during Fun and Games. Despite their efforts, the seniors won Fun and Games. RIGHT: Mr. Miles competes in the bat race for the faculty team. Even the faculty couldn't beat the seniors at their own game. 12 ABOVE: The Homecoming court included (from left) Karen Hibbard, Shannon Hartley, Krista Campbell, Amy Detro, and Melissa Phenis. Angela Huffman was crowned Queen. TOP: Doug Bradbury pulls on a boot in the ABOVE: Sophomore class Vice-President Ja- shoe race. The seniors won every event but m e Williams escorts Princess Shannon Hart- dress-up days. eyoff the track. Although with an impressive show of school spirit, the sophomores failed to win any of the contests. rT1 13 Top: Brass carries the melody in a September performance. Early season performances prepared the band for the trip to State. Above: J.C. Morrison and Shelly Shoopman concentrate on the tempo during a fall performance. The percussion section is traditionally elected the “rowdiest” by the rest of the band. Right: Senior Steve Croylc. in one of his last performances, helps lead the underclassmen. Many seniors called this their “favorite year.” 14 BAND SHOWS ‘FORCE’ Band Takes Third Place At State Contest With trembling hands, questioning thoughts, and fluttering hearts, we, “The Force,” awaited the exciting entrance to the field of the Hoo-sier Dome, on which we would be performing in the ISSMA State Band Contest. The day we had all been waiting for, our goal for the season, had Finally arrived — October 26, 1985 — “State.” After spending one half hour in our gigantic warm-up area, transit time arrived. We nervously approached the small entrance onto the field. The airlock door opened and as we eased through, we noticed the awesomeness of our new surroundings. The large crowd was noticably distinguished by different school colors and the Field on which we were about to perform was made of smooth, carpet-like material, unlike the bumpy grass on which we normally performed. “Move up to the goal line,” said one of the officials as we were watching the band which preceeded us. After the goal line advancement, the time came — the Winchester Community High School Marching Show Band’s State Final’s performance. As we set up our First segment of the show, our crowd welcomed us with supportive chants, which somewhat relieved our nervousness. When we were called to attention, we all yelled “Force,” and because of the accoustics of the Hoosier Dome, we could hear no one’s voice but our own. A feeling of lonliness was ad- ded to our trembling nervous systems. “BANG!” The gun went off and our show began. In what seemed like no time at all, we had exited the Field and were on our way to the presentation of awards. Slowly, but with excitement, the announcer read the results. Disappointingly, our band was named third place. Of course, we wanted first, but our accomplishment was a tremendous one with many unforgettable memories. As we entered back into our home town, we were escorted by several police cars, Fire trucks, and fans, all of which turned everyone’s feelings back to “We’ll get ’em next year!” by Christie Duncan f sT commy j I Nothing 'show'band Right: Juniors Mike Short and Brian Raj'liven up the brass section. Junior members worked hard to prepare for next year’s leadership positions. RCHING CHESTER. INDIANA Left: Band members Renee Burton and Kim Lucdikc carry the band’s banner in the Homecoming Parade. Freshman band members added enthusiasm to the band this year. 15 Questions of photography arc on the minds of Christy Cox and Elizabeth Riddle. Although WC has become much more, it has always retained a strong base of academics. Academics Contests 18 Faculty 20 Field Trips 22 Goals 24 Top Ten Seniors 26 The Year Of Academic ABOVE: Senior Todd Keys speaks at National Honor Society induction. Todd, the only senior member of the decathlon team, captured a gold medal in fine arts. RIGHT: In WC’s first year of competition in the academic decathlon, we took six gold medals out of twelve total medals won by WC’s “Super Six. Anxious. Nervous. Exhausted. Your mind is a swirling mass of chemical equations and questions about post-expressionistic art. You glance at your watch. You’ve been taking tests for six hours, and one more to go! Sound like a nightmare you once had after eating too much guaca-mole? For some dedicated students, it’s not. Members of the Academic Decathlon, Spell Bowl, and Brain Brawl teams have fulfilled “a natural desire to compete,” as Mr. Nyle Fox, principal, said. This year’s academic competition season opened on November 2 with Jerry Alexander, Rick Herold, A.J. Lasley, and Tony Smithson attending the Brain Brawl at New Castle Chrysler High School. The students were given a written test with sixty questions and one hour to complete it. Team members could work together to arrive at answers, but this often caused disagreements. “We enjoyed ridiculing each other’s answers,” commented A.J. Lasley. WC’s team placed fifth in a field of eight. The final results were given after three elimination questions, designed to break ties. Later that fall, another group at WC championed the cause of academic competition. Ten students qualified for the first Spell Bowl competition. Jenny Hinshaw, who spelled all eight words correctly, felt that “The actual contest wasn’t that difficult. The competition and proving that you could do it were the best things about it.” Because the competitors had less than two weeks’ notice, Tracy Smithson thought that the team was “fairly unprepared,” but went on to say that, “Next year’s team will have a distinct advantage of preparation and experience.” Although it made a respectable show- 18 Competition: Reaching For Excellence ing, WC’s team failed to qualify for the state competition. The final and most demanding of the 1985-86 school year’s academic competitions was the Academic Decathlon. On December 12, twelve students were called from their seventh period class and were informed that they had been chosen as participants in this new competition. Very little was known about the competition itself at this first meeting, but as time went along, students learned more about the competition, and some decided that it wasn’t worth the trouble. The students who stayed learned quickly that “AD” could be fun as well as work. Part of the work involved was daily meetings at 7:30 a.m. “That lost hour of sleep seemed worth it when we got to compete with the best students from other schools,” commented Cody Acree, who earned a gold medal in the essay contest and a bronze in the interview. The morning of January 18, 1986, was a long awaited date in the minds of the entire team. The team met at 6 a.m. to start the drive to Lawrence-burg High School where the contest was to be held. After arriving, the students were given their room assignments and started the battery of tests that composed the decathlon. Six hours passed before the final test was over. Behind the teams lay six written tests on social science, mathematics, fine arts, English, literature, economics, and science. The day had also included a prepared speech, an impromptu speech, and an interview. But the most exciting part lay ahead. The Super Quiz was held in the gym with each team cheering on the contestants. One member from each team sat at a desk facing a central screen on which questions were shown. A hush fell over the small crowd as the question was read aloud. The cheers once again arose when the scores on the backs of the chairs were updated. Later, an awards ceremony was held in the gym. Medals were received by Todd Keys, Tony Smith-son, Cody Acree, Shari Spradling, and Tonya Thompson. Marcia Peters, who participated but whose attempts at a medal fell short, still felt she benefited from the event. “Academic Decathlon exposed me to a wide variety of areas I wouldn’t have explored on my own.” Was it worth all the effort, the pressure? Tony Smithson showed the spirit which led the team to its success. “I would do it again today. It was work, but at the same time we made it as fun as possible. I’m a born competitior, and this is something that I’m good at, so that makes doing it again even easier.” by Tony Smithson and Jenny Hin-shaw LEFT: A.J. Lasley is one of four members of WC's Brain Brawl team. Other members included Kick Hcrold, Tony Smithson, and Jerry Alexander. ABOVE: Academic competition is not all serious work, as Marcia Peters demonstrates with her smiles as she celebrates a fellow team member's correct answer. 19 Returning To The “Yes, Virginia, there is life before teaching.” Teachers. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that they were ever anything else. But there was a “life before teaching for these overworked and under-paid people. When many of our teachers were in high school, they generally got good grades. Spanish teacher Mrs. Pat Knasinski, who graduated as valedictorian of her class, and Miss King got “A’s”, but Mrs. Varner admitted to getting a “C” in chemistry class once. Most teachers agreed that the subjects they are now teaching were their best and or favorites in high school. Different things influenced them to teach the subjects that they're teaching now, including ad- miration for other teachers and parental advice. Changes have occurred in students over the years. Common changes expressed were that now kids have a worse appearance, more money, more temptations, are less respectful, and talk much more freely. Math teacher Mrs. Nicki Longnecker noticed that now kids want proof that they should do the work assigned to them. Maybe Mrs. Varner summed it up best with, “It's almost like ‘us’ against 'them'.” Other teachers felt that kids really haven’t changed themselves; influences such as teachers and parents have caused the changes. Attitudes toward teachers and school have changed over the years, too. Miss King noted that today stu- Dclorcs Halley. home economics; Phil Hawley. industrial arts; Sonda Hawley, Fnglish; W ayne Hcddcn. physical education; Connie Hogg, in-school suspension. Karen King, business. ABOVE LEFT: Mrs. Weigand charges toward the line of wailing teachers in the bat race at Fun and Games. Several teachers showed their spirit by participating in this event. ABOVE RIGHT: Librarian Miss Roberts is absorbed in a conversation during one of her free moments. This year Miss Roberts coached girls' golf and became involved in academic competitions as well as working in the library. Ron Anderson, business; Sanford Brucckheimcr, history; Charles Buckley, choral director; Dcbi Calhoun, home economics; Nancy Chalfant. business; Karen Cockrum. math. Larcn Fabcrt, science; Robert Farlow. art; Cris Fine, business; Ivan Flaugh. science and math; Bcrnic Fra?e. industrial arts; Helen Gartlcy, library assistant. Scene Of The “Crime” dents don't have the loyalty that we once did. And they think that the teachers should be there to wait on them.” She also stressed a lack of respect for the school itself, and she emphasized, The kids even have a lack of respect for each other.” English teacher Mr. Bill Bush revealed that students’ attitudes toward teachers have changed partly because teachers’ attitudes toward themselves have also changed. Mrs. Hawley observed one positive attitude change. Now kids never doubt that teachers are human, but when she was in high school, the principal was viewed as “God” and teachers were placed one level lower. Since their high school days, teachers have observed many improvements in education. The most frequently mentioned improvements were facilities, equipment, materials, technological advancements, better class choices, and more opportunities for girls in sports and students as a whole in many organizations. Several teachers voiced that classroom atmospheres today are more open and honest. Today education is also facing problems that either weren’t present or weren’t as pronounced when our teachers were in school. Mr. Bush felt, There are a lot of distractions and a lot of kids don't concentrate on their studies.” Explained Mrs. Hawley, “It’s harder to know where you belong.” Others noticed that today kids are more pressured to get jobs. Another problem is that teachers must teach to the “middle.” In this way Mrs. Longnecker stated that education is watered down; too many compromises have been made academically and expectations have been lowered almost too far. But the greatest change may be, as Mrs. Varner expressed, “Peer pressure for drugs and sex is greater now than in my day.” Changes in education will continue to occur. But with the help of observant, caring, experienced teachers like these who still understand what being in high school is really like, maybe the changes here at WCHS will be more easily dealt with, more easily accepted, and better understood. by Jenny Hinshaw Pal Knasinski. Spanish: Nicki Longnecker. math: Chris Miles, industrial arts: Jim Mock, industrial arts; Jay Myers, science: Laura Northcutt. English and French: Tom Osborn, math. Lucile Parker, health and physical education: Bonni Rambaud. English: Polly Roberts, librarian: Bettic Schafer. English: Keith Snyder, vocational agriculture: Kellie Stephen, athletic director: Debbie Swift, prevocational. Margo Varner. English: Renee Wcigand. special education: Al Williams, history. NOT PICTURED: Bill Bush. English; Steve Howell, business: Doris Huber, history: Beverly Jones, guidance: Dallas Osting. science: Btuce Oswalt, guidance: Brad Roberts, band. EAR LEFT: Grading some papers in one of his biology classes. Mr. Fabert gives his students some needed study time. This year some students collected their own lab specimens for his class. LEFT: Overseeing work on Homecoming floats is just one way that teachers such as Vf ss Cockrum became involved this year. Many teachers participated in other activities including dress-up days. 21 Students Gain Valuable “To your right you will see one of the many monuments found in our beautiful city. “If you will look immediately to your left, you can catch a glimpse of one of the most famous theaters in the country ...” Sound like typical comments heard in the halls of WC? Probably not. But some students heard such comments throughout the year. When? On one of the many field trips taken by several organizations. Almost every organization offers some type of field trip to its members. Although some trips are more elaborate than others, all provide learning experiences in uniquely different atmospheres. Maybe the best known trips are those taken by the band. The musicians have traveled to various cities throughout the country, including New York City and St. Louis. Another musical group, the choir, journeyed to New York this year. ABOVE: Junior John Jackson served as a counselor during Willard Elementary’s fifth grade Outdoor Education Program in May. John spent four days and three nights with an assigned group of youngsters. Several other WC students also participated in the corporation-wide project. RIGHT: Amy Wood, junior, not only participated in the Outdoor Education Program, but also joined in FBLA field trips as well. 22 Knowledge Through Travel Some clubs concentrate on culture. French Club members sampled cuisine and viewed plays as part of their activities. Spanish Club was involved in similar activities. Future Business Leaders of America, Future Farmers of America, and Future Homemakers of America attended conferences all over the United States to build leadership qualities. Health Careers, in addition to other trips, took a special field trip to the Jay-Randolph Developmental Center this Christmas. Daily “field trips” were taken by students involved in the ICE program. Others involved in the Muncie Area Career Center also gained needed knowledge. One student at WC took a very unique Field trip for six weeks this year. Getulio de Silva traveled from his home in Brazil to Winchester to learn about the people and culture of the U.S. Other students from WC have had similar experiences. Senior Todd Keys went to Mexico last summer to study. Junior Michelle Hogg will take a similar adventure this summer as she also travels to Mexico. Opportunities like these are rare and unforgettable “field trips.” While not all students were able to partake in these activities, those who did would probably agree that Field trips are one of the many things that make learning at WC truly unique, by Jenny Hinshaw LEFT: The ultimate field trip was experienced by junior Getulio dc Silva, an exchange student from Brazil. Getulio spent six weeks here as part of the Partners of the Americas program. BOTTOM LEFT: Rena Hendrickson, junior, journeyed to Indianapolis and Camp Elm to serve as counselor on Outdoor Education. Fifth grader Melinda Gordon was one of many who relied on Rena for help. BELOW: Union Station in Indianapolis was seen by many WC students who went to “Nap Town” for various field trips. Goals: Setting Them, Reaching How many students actually set goals for themselves? More importantly, who really takes these goals seriously? Are they ever actually achieved? A lot of people set goals of some type. Whether academic, social, or sports-related, students at WC feel they can benefit from setting goals of some kind. Some students take goal setting very seriously. Junior Tony Smithson explained that he tries to “survive and do better than everyone else at whatever I do.” Why should people set goals? Goals can, according to sophomore Jeff Chalfant, build self-confidence. Overall improvement and something worth looking forward to were cited as other benefits of setting goals. But Tony Smithson commented, “Some people don’t work well with constant reminders.” Business education teacher Miss Karen King explained, “If you don’t have a goal, then you aren’t giving your life a purpose. You’re just existing.” She feels students should be taught to set goals in elementary school so that they will be more accustomed to goal setting later in life. But what happens if a goal is set and it is too difficult to reach? Senior Jerry Elleman revealed, “I never change a goal. If I set a goal, I don’t care how long it takes me to get there.” Most students, however, will change their goals if necessary, but they don’t lower the standards of the goals that much. As Jeff Chalfant summarized, “1 will set new goals, but I still try to achieve the old ones.” Generally speaking, students reach many of their goals, some feel that short-term goals are easier to reach than long-term goals. Miss King stated that she usually gets an overall goal and breaks it down so that the results can be seen more quickly. But others commented that the difficulty of achievement depends on what the goals are. Heike Cockerill, a sophomore, expressed the feeling that people tend to forget long-term goals or lose interest in them. Still other kids felt that the level of difficulty is basically the same no matter how long the goal takes to achieve. Senior Patty Schweizer advised, “If you put too much pressure on yourself for short-term goals, then they can sometimes be harder.” Jerry Elleman expressed similar 24 ABOVE: Bill Cook dressed up in a cheerleading outfit to boost school spirit during basketball season. Bill, along with Jim Burge, hoped that people would get more involved in Falcon activities. RIGHT: Tapping Cokes for the junior concession stand is Lisa Bales. A successful Prom was a long term goal for the junior class that required immense work by students and sponsors. For Them, Attaining Them feelings. He explained, “With any goal you set, you’re pushing yourself. You’re still going for something you’ve never done before.” Hard work is required to become a real goal setter. Tony Smithson felt he always has to work hard to reach his goals because, “It’s not a goal if you’re going to do it anyway.” Students commented that things usually aren’t accomplished as well or as easily without goals unless, as Miss King put it, people “get lucky.” Even people who feel they don’t set goals sometimes actually do set them unconsciously. “Certain things,” said Tony Smithson, “are just understood goals, like graduating from high school.” Are unconscious goals more difficult to reach? Opinions varied from Jeff Chalfant’s, “There’s no difference; a goal’s a goal”; to Jerry Elle-man’s, “Unconscious goals are easier to reach”; to Miss King’s feeling that unconscious goals are bad goals because no planning goes into them. Most students, in the opinions of students at WC, don’t set goals right now, but they may eventually. WC students think kids should set more goals. Concerning today’s students, Heike Cockerill said, “The more intelligent ones know what they would like to achieve in the future and they set goals accordingly.” But, according to Jeff Chalfant, most teens “Just seem to take things as they come.” What about the kids of the future? Jerry Elleman advised that students begin setting goals because. “Goals give you something to make you work harder and something to look forward to.” With or without goals, students at WC are definitely beginning to recognize the need to strive for improvement. This improvement will surely be welcomed whether it was brought about by the use of goals or not. by Jenny Hinshaw ABOVE: Goals are important to Jerry Elleman, because “they help me work harder to achieve success. Most students agreed that goals arc very important. LEFT: Rod Simmons and Jane Zell pose for the camera in Goodrich Park. The quest for a successful relationship was a goal shared by many students at WC. 25 Getting Involved With Success: What makes a senior special? What outstanding qualities does a person need to have to be among the elite — the top ten seniors? If one word could be commonly expressed about this year’s top ten, it would be involvement. Almost as if wearing a label that says, “GIVE ME SOMETHING TO DO! I WANT TO BECOME MORE INVOLVED,” those special seniors have been shouldering many responsibilities for the past four years. Seniors Angela Huffman and A.J. Lasley have succeeded in their involvement efforts. Angela has been vice-president of National Honor Society and president of the Future Business Leaders of America. A.J. has been class president. National Honor Society president, and has been actively participating in FBLA throughout high school. Because of these and their many other activities, Angela and A.J. have distinguished themselves from the crowd. Endurance has singled out still other seniors. Rory Helms, Bill Cook, and Todd Keys have all been in the band for four years. Todd, who held the presidency of the organization this year, and Bill have also been in the Spanish Club for four years. ABOVE: Public speaking proved to be an asset for senior A.J. Lasley. A.J. spoke on behalf of FBLA and National Honor Society several times this year. RIGHT: Showing off that winning smile which helped win her the honor of participating in the Mardi Gras Pageant is Angela Huffman. She also reigned as Homecoming Queen this year. 26 Top Seniors Finish Four Busy Years Still other students, while involved in many other organizations, have excelled in sports in their time here. Jill Symons and Charity Chalfant have peformed outstandingly in track, and basketball for four years. Senior Bret Farmer has proven himself athletically as well as academically. Contributing to the Falcon pride, he participated in football and baseball for his entire high school career. Both Julie Stuckey and Sharon Beck have been successful academically. They share common interests (outside of school) in music. Julie, a four year band member, and Sharon, who has bene enrolled for four years in the choral program, are also very involved in their churches. Summing up his high school years, Todd Keys explained, “Learning has been a fun experience. It has enriched my outlook on life to the fullest extent. I’m glad that I have been so actively involved in activities here. Dedication, intelligence, endurance, involvement — an exceptional combination which has made these seniors truly special, by Jenny Hinshaw and Tracy Smithson ABOVE LEFT: Listening intently to her coach's instructions, Jill Symons prepares to play again. Jill's outstanding athletic ability made her a well-known senior. BELOW LEFT: Working at yet another booth for one of the many organizations he belongs to is senior Todd Keys. Todd's willingness to work and his leadership qualities earned him a spot among this year's “Top Ten. ABOVE: Julie Stuckey takes part in many in and out of school activities. Besides her in-school activities, Julie was also active in her church and community orchestra. Sharing sonic closeness on a park bench arc Don Beatty and Elizabeth Riddle. A year at WC always changes the lives of its people. Freshmen 28 Sophomores 40 Juniors 52 Seniors 64 I MY FRESHMAN YEAR AT WCHS This year is it, My first year here. It’s such a big place. This thing called “high school.” I’m a new freshman. I thought it would be great; But it’s not. This year is really tough. I started at the bottom, “Will I ever reach the top?” At times 1 feel like I’m in a boat. Bailing with a leaky can, sinking and rising all the time. I have to remind myself of all the people with me, Bailing with that same leaky can. All trying to swim free. Some of us will make it. Soon we’ll be seniors, too, Bossing all the freshman. Just like “they” do. On top of the world — That’s the place you’ll find us. Because ... “We Will Rule All!” by Darla Caupp Squeezing that Iasi drop of painl out. Darla Caupp works on the freshman float for homecoming. Many freshmen became involved with their school for the first time this year. Scared Angela Studt — “Nervous is when Heather Luedike — “Nervous is you walk into a class and they tell when you go to a new school and you Excited Confused you that you have to take a test that don’t know where your classes are you’ve never even heard of.” and you don't know anyone.” Happy 30 Amy Beck —“Nervous is your first Jeff Edwards —“Nervous is finding day of high school.” out your semester exam grades.” Fixing a staple gun for use on the freshman float is Matt Hoover. The freshmen put in a great deal of work on their float and were proud to enter it in the class competition. BOTTOM: Keeping up with the uppcrclass, Amy Beck enjoys the sectional celebration dance. Although most freshmen found the move to high school to be a big one, they overcame the change for a good year. BELOW: Lonnie Gannom and Lena Herr balance their life-saver during Fun and Games. Lonnie and Lena passed this one successfully, but it was still not enough to beat the seniors. Jon Merchant — “Nervous is getting sent to Mr. Gibson’s office, but it’s the wait that kills you.” Luisa Moon — “Nervous is when you're in the car and Mia (Crash) is driving.” Ted Halcomb — “I was really nervous the first time I ran a crosscountry race.” Pam Spade —“Nervous is getting in front of the class when you don't know what you're doing. Jeannie McCoy — “Nervous is when you have to come to a new school without knowing where your classrooms are.” Dion Norris — “Nervous is taking a final exam.” 31 Deanna Ackman, Tanna Ackman, Sharinc Allbee, Kathy Anderson, Tracy Arnold, Kristi Ashley, Christopher Aslinger. Marion Aukcr, David Baldridge, Andrea Barnes. Robbie Barron, Jarrett Bates, Steven Bates, John Beals. Amy Beck, Dan Beer, Jeff Bowling, Tammy Boyatt, Kris Bradburn, Mike Bradbury, Jamie Brady. Bob Brown, Tasha Bunsold, Scott Burielson, Laura Burks, Bill Burton, Derek Burton. Larry Cadwalladcr. Treva Sue Cantrall, Bill Cash, Darla Caupp, Kelly Chalfant, Amy Cochran. Brian Combs, Billy Corn. Dawn Conner. Beth Cox. Jennifer Cox, Robbie Croylc, Doug Day, Patty Dunn, Jeff Edwards. Duane Ervin. Shannon Fisher, Joe F ord, Jim Foster, Julie Fox, Dawn Frazier, Tina Fritts. Lonnie Gannom, Shane Girton, Mark Gough, Dawn Gray, Marva Griffin. Christina Griswold, Tony Grow. NERVOUS Steve Bates — “Scared is when you Shawn McKibbin — “Scared is go to class without your homework when you’re late to class.” EXCITED and you were supposed to stand up and do a speech on it.” Jeff Miller — “Scared is when you CONFUSED Jeanie McCoy — “Scared is if you see the upperclassmen.” HAPPY walk into a wrong classroom and the Julie Fox —“Scared is the first day teacher asks you where you’re sup- of high school.” 32 posed to be in front of everyone.” LEFT: Heading for the green is Luisa Moon. Luisa was one of the few freshmen who earned a varsity letter. BELOW: Scott Hibbard watches the Sectional Celebration Dance. Many freshmen became involved with their school, but others remained “wall flowers. Patty Dunn — “Scared is when you get in trouble for something and you get sent to the office for it.” 7 Luisa Moon —“Scared is when you wake up and realize that it’s Monday.” Heather Luedike — “I get scared when 1 have to talk to the principal.” Angela Studt — “Scared is when your team is about to play the number one team in the state and you’re afraid you'll mess up.” Jon Merchant — “Scared is when you have a substitute that looks like Godzilla.” Ted Halcomb — “I was scared about having too much homework.” Amy Beck — “Scared is being in the office.” Bill Cash — “Scared is being pressed for time on a semester exam.” 33 Teddy Halcomb, Christie Hall. Marcia Hall Mike Hall, Holly Hartman, Tina Hawley Robbie Heaton Ben Hendrickson, Lena Herr Karen Hibbard. Scott Hibbard Ramona Hinshaw, Ron Holcomb Matt Hoover, Aimee Jackson Darin James, Stacey James David Watson and Bob Brown are amazed by Karen Hibbard's dancing ability and good looks, . .. NERVOUS SCARED Heather Luedike — “I get excited when we are getting ready for Win- Ted Halcomb — “I was excited when 1 got the first day of high ter Guard.” school over with.” CONFUSED HAPPY Amy Beck — “Excited is your first band contest.” Dion Norris — “Excited is when you get an ‘A’ on a test.” Jon Merchant — “Excited is 3:17 Darrin James — “Excited is getting 34 p.m. to go home.” Asha Jenkins, Andrea Johnson, Mike Jones Shane Jones, Chad Jordan, Scott Kritsch, Jeff Lahcy Chris Landess, Heather Lennington Chris Lindsey, Lori Long Bill Cash — “Excited is when you Angela Studt — “You get excited Jeannie McCoy — “Excited is when get an excellent grade from the when you get an award or your team your class wins a game or the spirit •— ------------------ ” wins the most important game of the stick.” season.” Jeff Edwards — “Excited is when we Shawn McKibbcn — “Excited is leave early from school because Pam Spade — “Excited is taking a what you get at a WC pep rally.” test when I know all of the answers.” teacher you dislike most.’ Luisa Moon — “Excited is Friday. there’s a blizzard.” 35 Amy Cochran spins herself frantically around a bat with hopes of bringing a homecoming victory to her class. Amy’s reaction to losing to the seniors in Fun and Games was, “I hate seniors! Stacey Marquess, Jennifer Martzcll, Shawn Masterson, Sean May. Brian Mayfield, Tammy McClish. Crystal McCord Steve McCord, Jcannie McCoy, Zachary McCoy, Eva McDavid, Hope McDavid, Shawn McKibbin. Jeff Miller NERVOUS SCARED EXCITED HAPPY Jeff Miller — “Confused is getting your schedule on the first day of school.” Bill Cash — “Confused is any time you enter a world history classroom.” Luisa Moon — “Confused is when I’m rudely awakened by my biology teacher.” Darin James —“Confused is trying to do your homework.” Amy Beck —“Confused is your first day of high school.” 36 Luisa Moon, J.C. Morrison, Marta Ncudeckcr, Rcnc Newton, Dion Norris, Cheryl North, Trish Nuckols Mary Ann Osborne, J.W. Osting, Jason Ozbun, Tammy Padgett, Michelle Partin, Kim Partin, Tom Passmore Missy Patterson, Ross Pettyjohn, Carrie Pflasterer TJ. Phcnis, Joei Poling. Edwin Poole Steve Rainey, Dale Ralston, Ron Reitenour Kim Reynolds, John Rheinhart, Ray Richardson Catherine Riddle, Joan Rines, Kristina Rittcnhouse All smiles is Catherine Riddle. Some freshmen brought positive attitudes to WC, and helped to improve the student body. Jeannie McCoy — “Confused is Julie Fox —“Confused is when you Steve Bates — “Confused is your when a teacher talks about some- like one too many guys.” first day of school when you don’t thing all hour and you don’t have any know where you are.” idea what they’re talking about.” Dion Norris —“Confused is taking a test.” Shawn McKibbin — “Confused is Jeff Edwards — “Confused is when when you get lost in the hallway.” you can’t get your locker open.” Pam Spade — “Confused is going to school.” Patty Dunn — “Confused is when you don’t know what room to go to.” 37 Mary Ann Robinson, Brian Rust, Anthony Scheal, Robb Schrocder, Opal Seibcrg, Shelly Sells, Beth Shaffer Candi Shancyfclt. Rcncy Shaneyfelt, Shawn Shaneyfelt, Duane Shaw, Jerald Shipley, Todd Shores, Dena Simmons Dcwayne Simmons, Tim Singer, Carmen Smith, Pam Spade, Mike Spence, Melissa Stavcr, Ann Stephenson Hoping W.C.’s opponents shoot an “airball,” Scott Burelison watches intensely as the ball is shot. Freshmen contributed to the increase in school spirit. NERVOUS SCARED EXCITED CONFUSED APPY Jeannie McCoy — “Happy is when you go into a room and find out you made cheerleader.” Jeff Miller — “Happy is when you raise your grade from a D+ to an A.” Patty Dunn — “Happy is when school is over.” Steve Bates — “Happy is being around all your friends (not necessarily in school).” Amy Beck — “Happy is when you make it to class on time.” Ted Halcomb — “I was happy when Christmas break came along.” Oh no, don’t take my picture!” are Nicole Whiting's thoughts as she is shot by a yearbook photographer. However, most freshmen proved not to be camera shy. Denae Stonerock, Angela Studt. Kim Swanagan, Bill Swinglcy, Bruce Taylor, Andy Thornburg, Steve Thornburg April Trissel, Greg Warvel, Dave Watson, Cass Weatherhead, Matt Welch, Ryan Welch, Nikki Whitting Travis Wilson, Shane Wood, Mark Wray, Bryan Wright, Dallas Wright, Mark Young, Angie Ziglcr Angela Studt — “You’re happy Jeff Edwards — “Happy is not wor- Shawn McKibbin — “Happy is how when you get a good grade on your rying about anything.” you feel when the teacher doesn’t test or you get to meet someone you yell at you.” thought you never would.” Julie Fox — “Happy is when you find your special someone.” Bill Cash —“Happy is coming back Dion Norris — “Happy is when the to school and your teachers still re- last bell rings.” ' Heather Luedike —“Happy is when member you.” you find out you made it for major- Darin James — “Happy is going home.” ettes.” 39 LIFE AS A SOPHOMORE Life as a sophomore would be great! I thought. When I was a freshman that was the line I sought. Sure, being a freshman was pretty bad, But when I look back, it’s the best year I’ve had. Being an upperclassman isn’t all that great ... Of course you get a job and occasionally a date, But maybe it’s the status that everyone craves ... Being a part of the “group,” and all the “new waves.” I should look on the bright side, and think of the good . . . Keep a smile inside, then maybe I would ... Think highly of the present, and of what’s in store ... ’Cause as of next year, I’ll be a sophomore no more. by Deborah Van Dam “Boogie ’til you drop,” was the attitude that Angie Simmons took in celebrating the girls’ basketball team’s advancement to Regional. A dance, involving the entire school, began at 2:00 to celebrate the victory. BORED DEPRESSED FRUSTRATED INFATUATED LONELY Jenny Hinshaw — “I get embarrassed when I’m around only upperclassmen and they get really down on my class. I also get embarrassed when I look at freshmen and think that I was ever anything resembling them.” Marty Hardwick — “NEVER!” Stacey Branum — “I get embarrassed running at band camp. I tripped over my flag and did a Pete Rose dive into the dirt!” Krista Hendrickson — “Embarrassed is when you shoot a layup and don’t hit anything! 40 Frantically lying her shoes during The Great Shoe Grab, Shawnda Croylccompetes for her class. Sophomores began to show more school spirit during their second year at WCHS. Washing dishes for an FBLA dinner, Jamie Williams and Doug Phisler work together as a team to show their involvement in school. Shannon Hartley—“You’re embarrassed when you take off your shooting shirt and your top comes off as well.” Betsy Hoover — “I was at the mall and my friend tripped and fell right in the doorway. That was embarrassing!” Tonya Ret ter — “Embarrassed is when someone else wears the same sweater as you and it’s not Twin Day. ” Jana Barnes — “Embarrassed is when certain teachers announce that you misspelled the prominant word on a bulletin board.” Matt Osborne — “No, I haven’t dropped my tray of food at lunch time (knock on wood)!” April Hcrsbcrgcr — “It embarrasses me when people act obnoxious because they want attention.” 41 Randy Acker. Patty Ashley. Darrell Barnes, Jana Barnes, Tina Beck, Susan Beilis, Debbie Bickcl Luke Blizzard, Wade Bogard, Gale Boolman, Crystal Bow. Missy Bowers, Rhonda Bowmcr, Tony Boyatt Cindy Bradburn, Jodi Bradburn Mindy Bradburn, Marie Brady Stacey Branum, Susan Bray Jim Burton, Renee Burton Smiling for the camera is Danny Rcttcr. Danny, like many other sophomores in the band, found that the second year can be even better than the first. EMBARRASSED BORED DEPRESSED FRUSTRATED INFATUATED LONELY Matt Osborne— “How, in the living world can you get an A in Typing I?” Krista Hendrickson — “Frustrated is going to basketball knowing you can’t hit a shot. I just want to take the ball and throw it.” Rob Byrum — “I get frustrated when teachers don’t listen to me. Sometimes I just want to cuss them out.” Tonya Retter—“Frustrated is when you have tried everything possible to please someone and you still mess 42 LEFT: Vonda Corn enjoys the dance celebrating the girls' sectional victory. BELOW: Managing the football team. Chad Malkcy helps support the Falcons. Managers played a key role in Falcon victories this year. Andy Bush, Rob Byrum, Brad Carney, Jeff Chalfant, Shane Chalfant Cindy Chiplcy, Brenda Cochran, Heikc Cockerill, Alisha Coffman, Tonya Coning Shannon Hartley — “You’re frustrated when you score fifteen points in the first game of the year and average four for the rest of the year.” Kevin Hersberger — “Frustrated is having to use the bathroom all day and never getting a chance.” Marty Hardwick — “I get frustrated with Mrs. Parker’s notes, tests over notes and more notes.” Jenny Hinshaw — “I get frustrated because school gets really boring and 1 still have four more months before I get my license and can do what I want.” Jana Barnes — “Frustrated is algebra. Who cares what the square root of x is anyway?!” April Hersberger — “I get frustrated when it looks like nothing’s going to work out.” 43 Rod Cook, Vonda Corn Tom Cox, Kelli Cox Amy Croyle, Shawnda Croyle Dorrey Cullum, Rusty Davis Doug Driskell, Mike Durham Eric Engle, Tonya Ervin, Valerie Ferguson, Joe Fetters, Stacey Finfrock, Lisa Fouse. Jason Frankc Chris Franklin, Gwen Furby, Shane Galligan, Mar plla Gibson. Rob Goodhew, Butch Goodhew, Doug Gordon EMBARRASSED DEPRESSED FRUSTRATED INFATUATED LONELY Marty Hardwick — “I get bored in geometry class. It seems like we do the same stuff everyday!” Matt Osborne —“To me nothing’s boring. That’s because I take a boring situation and change it so that the outcome is unpredictable, then it’s exciting.” Jana Barnes — “Trying to keep from falling asleep during the chemistry films is boredom to me.” Stacey Branum — “I get bored in Mr. Fabert’s last period biology class. I sit in the front row and can’t sleep or even talk.” 44 LEFT: During half time, Randy Acker and Scott Hargrave take a breather. Sophomore talent contributed to the success of the junior varsity team. BELOW: The sophomore girls pull together to defeat the freshmen in the tug-of-war, only to suffer an agonizing defeat to the juniors. Tina Gunter, Kim Haines, Marty Hardwick, Scott Hargrave Jamie Harris, Rita Harrison, Shannon Hartley, Carl Hartzell Jenny Hinshaw — “Does anyone really care about imaginary numbers in Algebra II?” April Hersberger — “I love to sit in class and act like I'm paying attention, when I’m really absorbed in what’s going on outside.” Tonya Rctter —“It’s always easy to get bored when certain teachers read to the class about things only the teacher is interested in.” Shannon Hartley — “You’re not a “new” freshman, or a prom awaiting junior, or a super senior. You’re just a BORED sophomore!” Shane Galligan — “I haven’t had time to get bored this year.” Krista Hendrickson — “I get bored in chemistry pretending to understand what Mr. Flaugh is talking about. Nodding my head and agreeing with everything he says gets old.” 45 RIGHT: Just what is sophomore Heike Cock-erill searching for so intently? Sophomores searched for prestige their second year. BELOW: Concentration is the key to Shelly Starbuck and Marly Hardwick's success in the lifesaver pass. Unfortunately, their efforts didn't lead to a victory. EMBARRASSED BORED DEPRESSED FRUSTRATED INFATUATED LONELY 46 April Hersbergcr — “I feel lonely when I think about graduating in two years and not being able to sec my classmates.” Jana Barnes — “Life does tend to get a little lonely when all you do is sit in your room alone and do homework.” Tonya Retter — “I’m too busy to be lonely!” Jenny Hinshaw — “Life seems unfair in a lot of ways. Some people just naturally draw others to them; never a lonely moment. But then there are the rest of us. Depressing, huh?” Cynthia Landers, Heather Landcss, Todd Landcss, Stephanie Lawson, Fred Lemon. Danny Long, June Lovell, Kelli Loyd, Pat Lyons, Chad Malkcy. Lanic Manning, Laura Martin, Lisa McCord, Rod McCoy, Scott Melton. Krista Hendrickson, Don Herron, April Hersberger, Kevin Hibbard, Jenny Hinshaw. Shay Holliday, Brian Hollowed, Betsy Hoover, Sherry Hopkins, Pam Jayme. Nancy Jessup, Nina Jones, Junior Kclsay, Mike Keys, Sharon Lacy. Erie Mills. John Mock, Terry Mock, Tracy Morford, Anisa Moystner. Matt Osborne —“I’ve got to be the loneliest guy in the school, although most people don’t know it. All these girls, and none for me?! Let’s face it, I’m a lonely guy.’’ Dan Herron —“I’m lonely when I’m home by myself.’’ Shannon Hartley—“Lonely is when you boyfriend comes over and spends the whole night playing Monopoly with your parents.’’ Shane Galligan — “I feel lonely when I leave the happiness and security of our school.’’ Scott Hargrave —“I’ll be lost without Jane when she goes to college next year.’’ Danny Retter — “I get lonely when I’m at home by myself during the week, but I’m never bored on the weekends!’’ Anthony Nix, Nancy Nordloh, Angie North, Chad Nuckols, Juan Nunez Matt Osborne, Cliff Overton, Millard Padgett, Jamie Pegg, Andrea Peters Jeff Ratliff. Randy Ratliff Mark Rees. Danny Retter Tonya Retter, Sherrie Retz Scott Rhoades, Ron Rodeffer Dawn Sanders, Marlin Sanders EMBARRASSED BORED wrl:U FRUSTRATED INFATUATED LONELY Jana Barnes — “Life in general is depressing. All 1 do, it seems, is HOMEWORK!” April Hersberger — “I get depressed when it seems like everything is working against me.” Matt Osborne—“Yeah, I can relate to this. At least twice a day 1 get mistaken for either a freshman, a girl, or a new breed of dog. That would depress anyone!” Jenny Hinshaw — “The classes I hate or don’t understand depress me.” 48 Angie Sayers, Candy Schroeder, Shellie Shoopman, Angie Simmons, Duane Simmons, Jenny Smith Jeff Sommer, Patty Spence, Shelly Starbuck, Sercta Stevens, Brad Stoncrock, Randy Stonerock LEFT: Mr. Bush directs the sophomore girls in the powdcrpuff football game. During Homecoming week, the sophomore girls were victorious against the freshmen girls. BELOW: Painfully, Luke Blizzard crosses the finish line to win the Junior Varsity Country cross-country race. During 1986, sophomores showed their spirit through their athletic ability. Lisa Fouse —“I get depressed when it’s a rainy day and I know that I have to go to track practice.” Shannon Hartley — “Depression is when you lose the County Tourney the first time in four years.” Doug Gordon — “I get depressed when my mom says that I can go to my girlfriend’s house and then she says that I can’t go after I’m already ready.” Tonya Retter—“Depressed is when you prepare for an exam and you can’t remember anything you studied.” Mark Rees — “I get depressed seeing people wearing I.U. T-shirts, or when I.U. beats Purdue. Well, I.U. beating anyone depresses me, but not as much as seeing anything associated with Bob Knight.” BELOW: Sophomores arc proud to cheer their class on during Homecoming competition. The sophomores gave their best effort, but they still couldn't pull past the winning seniors. OPPOSITE PAGE: Krista Hendrickson was unanimously chosen to be the “Nerd of the Day” on the nerd look alike day. “Nerd Day was the title given to one of the dress-up days during sectional week. EMBARRASSED BORED DEPRESSED FRUSTRATED INFATUATED � LONELY Jenny Hinshaw — “Everything is either really, really great or really, really awful. Everything’s to an extreme.” Shannon Hartley — “Older men!” (Ha Ha) Mark Rees — “Older women.” Marty Hardwick — “Infatuated is watching girls walk in to the building in the morning.” Stacey Branum — “Guys in general!” Doug Gordon — “Freshman girls!” Barry Studt, Andy Taylor, Nancy Taylor, Michael Thornburg, Aaron Thrash, David Tiller Ray Tucker, Debbie Van Dam Rickie Walling. Jacinda Walters Chad Waltz, Laura Wasson Tammy Wasson, Chris Webb Shane Weiser. Brian Wiggans Lisa Wiley, Greg Williams Jamie Williams, Ron Winningham, Kathy Wolfe, Scott Wolfe, Stacey Young, Angela Ziglar, (Not pictured: Malt Young) Tonya Retter — “Infatuated is when you’ve known a guy all of your life and liked him and you finally manage to say Hi without turning red.” Jana Barnes —“Who has time to be infatuated?” Matt Osborne — “I’ve never been infatuated (except, of course, for Madonna’s body!)” April Hersbcrger — “Life is great when you make it that way!” Lisa Fousc — “BERT!” Jeff Chalfant —“Is it love or infatuation? Only my hairdresser would know!” Kelli Lloyd — “Infatuation is when you think you’re in love, and you’re not.” FOOTSTEPS As we head down the dusty road to infinity, We kick around the axioms of life. Some rules are bent, others broken. And some new ones are pulled from the earth. We walk together. Yet alone. At times we walk blindly. As the wind of failure blows the dust in our eyes. The soft scent of success. Occasionally sweetens the air of our path. When the road gets hot, The scorching sun bleaches the bones of those less intense. When the road gets cold, The frigid north wind freezes the souls Of those who lack the warmth. Through our education we draw our map. Cartographers of our own destiny. Only our apathy can wash away Our footsteps in the sand. by Tony Smithson Watching the action with anticipation at a varsity basketball game is Stacy Nance. '1 4W Excited Disgusted Anxious Rowdy 52 Confused Daniel Edwards — “Tired is a feeling of exhaustion after having completed a handful of English grammar worksheets.” Mike Short — “Tired of school; see also — sick.” Gary Study — “Tired is getting up every morning for an English class.” Mark Edwards — “Tired is having seven classes a day with no study hall.” Elizabeth Riddle — “I’m tired of everyone shirking their responsibility in journalism.” LEFT: Showing that juniors aren’t completely grown up yet is Rod Simmons. Juniors enjoyed the prestige of the upperclass, and looked toward their senior year. BELOW: Senior Anthony Hawley helps out juniors John Jackson and Chris Welch as they line the track for a meet. LEFT: Working at the basketball concession stand is Cody Acrec. The junior class found the concession stand to be a big money maker for the class. Stacy Hensley — “I’m tired of trying hard in History and still getting a D.” Shannon Antrim — “Tired is trying to sit through one of Miss Huber’s lectures without falling asleep.” Shannon Norris — “I’m tired of being at school because of homework and some teachers.” Tony Smithson —“Tired is working on this yearbook seven days a week. It’s tiring but it’s easily worth the effort. Christy Cox — “Tired is getting through the last three weeks of school.” Rod Simmons —“Tired is what you are after an August football practice. You could also call that sweaty.” Game, Set, Match! Chris Welch shows his triumph at a varsity tennis match. His clowning attitude helped keep the entire school light. Cody Acrce, Jerry Alexander Linda Anderson, Shannon Antrim Ernest Ashley. Steve Auker Rob Baker, Tom Baldridge N WxVxV OOOOvCv ■St IvAyXY:. Jay Baldwin, Vanessa Banter TIRED EXCITED DISGUSTED ANXIOUS ROWDY « CONFUSED Shannon Norris — “I’m excited Tracy Long—“Excited is what you about working on prom — if we ever get when you pass all your semester get started.” exams with a B- or better.” Mark Edwards —“I’m excited when Gary Study — “Excited is doing the a severe winter storm has been spot- WCHS musical.” ted out west.” Shannon Antrim — “Excited is waiting for summer vacation.” Tony Smithson — “A 1260 SAT!’ Barbie Beals, Don Beatty, David Beilis, Cathy Bogard, Rachclc Bogard, James Bond. Millie Bost Glen Bowling. Jamie Bradburn, Jenifer Brown, Kellie Bryant, Lisa Burge, Krista Campbell. Lisa Campbell Robert Cantrall, Harry Caylor, Shane Clark, Michelle Clouse, Christy Cox, Kevin Cox, Cheryl Day Jay Dodd, Daniel Edwards. Mark Edwards, Bobbi Fine, Tracey Fisher, Hope Ford, Drew Fosnight John Foudray, Annette French, Craig Fulk Patricia Garringcr, Samantha Girton, Brian Gray Bruce Gray, Todd Gullett, Thursa Halcomb Watching a Falcon football game from the sidelines is Chad Moore. Chad fought a long court battle with the ISHAA to be allowed to play football after a transfer from Randolph Southern H.S. Stacy Hensley—“I’m excited about Chad Moore — “Excited is playing this year being over and summer in a Falcon football game for the coming. first time. Mike Short — “Excited is playing Daniel Edwards — “Did you hear baseball ’till you puke.” about Anthony Nix getting saved?” Aaron Schafer — “Excited is waiting for spring break.” Linda Anderson —“Excited is getting an A in shorthand.” Tony Hammer, Bart Harris, Lisa Hartsock, Jodcll Hendrickson, Lurena Hendrickson, Stacey Hensley Kenny Hill, Mike Hill, Brad Himes, Roxanne Hinshaw, Michelle Hogg, Pat Hummel Working on dissecting his cat in Biology II is David Beilis. Biology II proved to be challenging as well as fun for the students with the “guts” to take it. Lanz Jackson, John Jackson, Joni Jackson, Rebecca Jackson, Cindy Johnson, Kay Johnson i 1 «a TIRED EXCITED DISGUSTED ANXIOUS ROWDY CONFUSED Shannon Antrim — “Disgusted is listening to Mrs. Varner’s spider story! Yuk!” Tony Smithson — “1 get disgusted at some freshmen who might as well have ‘GEEK’ tatooed on their foreheads!” Gary Study — “Disgusted is having teachers yell at you when you’re not doing anything wrong.” Mark Edwards — “Disgusted is when you get a test back and discover that you really knew the answer but your worded it wrong.” Tracy Long — “You get disgusted when you get all ‘A’s’ and ‘B’s’ and one ‘C + ’.” Daniel Edwards — “Those crazy freshmen!” 56 Junior class president Amy Wood voices her opinion at an FBLA meeting. The office of president gave Amy a large responsibility in the planning of the prom. Traci Kelley, Brian Kennedy, Kelee King, Mark Krahulec, Jeff Kramer, Lee Lawrence Todd Leach, Tracy Long, Brian Lowe, Lori Lowrance, Kent Lyons, Drema Mallory Don Beatty — “I’m disgusted when I take a sideline view of a basketball game and know that I could be out there playing.” Ed Shaw — “Disgusted is having Spanish homework every night.” Brad Wagner —“Disgusted is writing ‘true’ when you mean ‘false’.” Linda Anderson — “Disgusted is having to carry ten pounds of books home every night.” David Beilis — “You're disgusted after you smell a frog that’s been in Biology II for two weeks.” Cody Acree — “I get disgusted when I go to a dance and people don’t dance.” 57 Kevin Martin. Dave May, Shawn McCollum, Kelly McCord, Kelly Jo McCord, Ron McCoy. Matt McLaughlin. Pucker up? No, Michelle Hogg and Cody Acrccare just taking part in the lifesaver pass as part of the annual Fun and Games Day. Tonya Meeks, Rodney Miles, Kristie Mock, Lisa Moore, Chad Moore, Stacey Nance, David Nessel. Tired Excited Disgusted Anxious Tonya Meeks — “I’m totally confused when Mr. Flaugh is trying to explain a problem on the board. Ron McCoy — “Trying to tie my shoes in the morning.” Aaron Schafer — “When someone comes out of nowhere and tries to hit you.” Neil Snyder — “Figuring out a quick way to get out of the parking lot after school.” Pat Hummel — “I’m getting confused trying to think of something that confuses me.” Daniel Edwards —“How do you do these trig problems?” ABOVE: Here we find Rodney Simmons closely inspecting a small tree at the front of the school. Rodney's dream is to participate in caring for the world around him. LEFT: An unsuspecting Kevin Cox turns to check out the whole scene at the Sectional victory dance. Kevin and his friends “boogied with the rest of the school, enjoying the great spirit. Kathie Norris, Shannon Norris, Kim Nuck-ols, Alan Orr, Danny Pascal Lonnie Paschal, Bob Peden, Todd Shane Pcnticuff, Marcia Peters Pegg. Stacy Hensley — “It’s almost the end of my junior year and I’m running out of time to decide what I want in life.” Mark Edwards — “Waking up Saturday night thinking it is Sunday night, and you haven’t started your homework.” Shannon Norris — “I’m confused about some of the dumb school rules we have; they arc always changing.” Christy Starbuck — “Mrs. Long-necker writes a problem on the board then erases it and starts another.” Todd Gullett — “I’m confused about why the Department of the Interior deals with the outdoors.” Elizabeth Riddle —“How I’m going to make my layouts work in journalism.” 59 Carla Pratt, Kevin Pugh, Brian Ray. Rob Reed, Mike Reffett, Terry Retter Brian Rhotchamel, Chuck Richardson, Elizabeth Riddle, Sandy Riley, Wendy Ritter, Julian Rost Marquetta Sanders, Chris Sayer, Aaron Schafer, Laura Scibcr, Angie Shank, Ed Shaw Bill Shepherd, Tom Shores, Mike Short, Rod Simmons, Jim Sims, Kellie Singer, RIGHT: Eager to participate in Fun and Games are the junior boys. Although they showed a lot of spirit, their class only came in second. Tired Tracy Long — “Coming in third at Christy Cox —“Having a substitute the state marching contest!” last hour on a Friday.” Excited Shannon Norris — “I like getting Todd Gullctt —“Having Mr. Welch rowdy at ballgames because it makes as a sub is what rowdy is all about.” the game more fun and it gets the Gary Study — “Watching Indiana Disgusted players up and going.” play Purdue and l.U. winning.” Anxious eo Confused - ■-— • FAR LEFT: While at an FBLA pizza party, Amy Wood concentrates on the latest gossip. Amy was active in FBLA as well as class president and many other school activities. LEFT: Here Krista Campbell waits impatiently in line for a coke. After a big game, Krista relaxes by getting a cold drink. Tonya Meeks — “Rowdy is when you hear cowbells ringing at the football games because you know that we did something right.” Drew Fosnight —“Having a substitute, especially in last hour history class.” Mark Krahulcc —J “The last bell.” Christy Starbuck—“When the bell rings on Friday at 3:18.” Kathie Norris — “When there is a dance.” Lisa Burge — “When we had Free-fare at a convo.” Ron McCoy — “Getting really crazy at dances.” Rod Simmons — “Rowdy is Croyle and I doing flips at track meets.” Laura Seiber — “During pep sessions sometimes I get really crazy.” Matt McLaughlin —“The ideology of a neverending discontent.” 61 Shane Smiley, Cary Smith, Neil Snyder, Shari Spradling. Kim St. Myers. Christy Starbuck Ted Stcvcson, Gary Study, Natalie Tanner, Tonya Thompson, Daniel Thornburg, Shelley Thornburg “Even though I've had some good times this year, next year's gonna' be a lot better, explains Rod Simmons. Rod was often seen with his track teammate, Geoff Williams. Tired Neil Snyder — “Foodline.” Todd Gullctt — “Getting ready for Ron McCoy — “I’m anxious for next year’s wrestling season.” summertime so I can see all the girls Pal Hummel —“I'm anxious for a Excited in their bikinis.” rapture.” Tonya Meeks —“I’m anxious to hit Daniel Edwards — “Did 1 get all Disgusted the beach after graduation.” A’s?” Mark Krahulec — “Getting in my car and getting away.” Rowdy 62 Confused LEFT: Enjoying the Sectional victory dance for girls' varsity basketball is Rob Baker. Rob was a student who “got down during the celebration. Eric Tucker. Kim VanDuyn, Brad Wagner. Brian Wagner. Tracy Ward, Chris Welch, Kelly White Geoff Williams. Ralph Wilson, Wright, Amy Wood, Ray Young Travis Kathie Norris — “I like going to business class, it gets me going in the morning.” Lisa Burge — “That special guy.” Shelly Thornburg — “Waiting for my senior year so I can graduate.” Carla Pratt — “Will I ever get a Corvette before the year 2000?” Shannon Antrim — “Waiting for summer vacation to get here.” Sandy Riley — “The class of ‘87’ commencement at the field house.” Hope Ford — “Did 1 pass U.S. history?” Laura Seiber — “I get anxious when there is a holiday or break coming up.” Tracy Long — “Waiting to be announced at Indiana State Marching Contest.” 63 TOP: Senior Todd Keys shows what it took for him to remain in the top of the class. Although he could often be found studying yet another impossible subject, Todd also made time for many other activities. BOTTOM: Unlike Todd, Dave Lawson doesn't appear to be taking his class too seriously. Dave, like many seniors, was concerned with having fun during his last year at WC. WC Is Overrun By Fads Fashion! Fad: A majorly awesome piece that no preppy would be without because it’s gnarly and no geek would be with because it’s too nerdy. WCHS’s 1985-86 school year had many “fads” come and go. Most students stayed with the traditional and practical blue jeans, but there were a few who preferred their jeans with flowers or other designs. The girls went for these more than the guys. The girls also seemed to like some of the following: stirrup pants, oversized shirts of all kinds (blouses, sweaters, sweatshirts, and T-shirts), sweaters with large colorful flowers on them, jean skirts, shaker sweaters with a tank top underneath them and crop pants or jeans. Most guys wore jeans, T-shirts, flannel shirts, and tennis shoes. There were a very few who wore the “preppy” look: a polo with the collar turned up, or an oxford with a sweat- er over it. For both guys and girls, Bermuda shorts became extremely popular. If one wore them with an Ocean Pacific T-shirt and Reebok tennis shoes, then he was definitely “in-style.” Hairstyles changed some for WC. Short hair for guys seemed to come back in, or if the back stayed long, getting a perm in the back was stylish. For the gals, shoulder length or a little above the shoulder length cuts were in. Most girls would get a perm to make it even shorter. For the shoe styles at WC, the guys wore high-top tennis shoes, cowboy boots and some wore boat or deck shoes. The girls wore slip-on flats, all colors of pumps, and aerobic tennis shoes. Some of these things left as fast as they arrived, but we can always remember them as “fads” of 1985-86. by Christy Cox FAR LEFT: Representing the “casual” seniors is Dan Speed. Dan, like many other senior guys, was more concerned with cheering on the basketball team than wearing “in clothes. LEFT: The picture of fashion. Jane Zell looks up with unccrtanity at (TOP) senior Bert Smiley. Ben participated in “Nerd Day this year to show his spirit. RICHARD CHARLES ALMONRODE: FFA 1. 2. 3. 4; Sentinel 2; SADD 4; French Club 4; Wrestling 4; Football I, 3; Cadet 4. KENTC. ANDERSON: Basketball I; Baseball 1; Football 1; Intramurals 2, 3, 4. THOMAS WESLEY ARMSTRONG: Spanish Club 1, 2, 3. 4; FBLA 4; Drama Club 4, Vice-President 4; Leadership Retreat 2; School Play I, 4; Intramurals 3; Bowling 3; Cadet 4; Wrestling 3. ROSALINDA ARREDONDO: Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; FBLA 4; Library Assistant 3; SADD 3; ICE 4. JASON LAMAR BAKER: Football 1; Spanish Club I; M ACC 4. TODD L. BAST1AN: Football 1, 3; Golf 1, 2, 3; Intra-murals 1, 2. 3. 4; FBLA 1. GERALD SCOTT BEATTY: Tennis 2. 3, 4; Basketball 1.2. 3. 4, All-County 4, All-Conference 4; Golf 1,2, 3, 4. All-County 3. 4, County Champ 4. All Conference 3; FCA 1. 2, 3, 4; SADD 4 SHARON ELAINE BECK: Art Club 1; Concert Choir 2. 3, 4; Swin Choir 2, 3, 4. Pianist 2. 3.4; Musical 1. 2. 3. 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 3; Youth Salute 4; Cadet 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; School Play 4. FCS 1. DEANN LYNN BICKEL: FBLA 1. 2; FHA 2, 3. 4; Art Club 2. 3; Bowling 1, 3; Library Assistant 3; SADD 3. 4. VERNON LYNN BLANKENSHIP III: Football 1; Baseball 2; Intramurals 2. 3. 4. STEVEN DOUGLAS BRADBURY: Football I. 2, 3. 4. All-Conference 3. 4; Baseball I, 2, 3. 4. All-Conference 3. 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Athletic Council 4; Student Council 1; ICE 4; Leadership Retreat 3; Intramurals 4; FBLA 3, 4 JASON FULLER BROWN MARY SUSAN BRUMFIELD: Health Careers 1. 4; Library Assistant 2; Wrcstlcrcttcs 1; SADD 4; FHA 4. MYRON DOUGLASS BUCK1NGHMA: Football I. 2; SADD 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2; Baseball 1; Track 2. 3. JIM R BURGE: FFA I, 2. 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 2. CHERYL ANN BURKHARDT: Band 1; Cheerleader I; FCS 2. 3. AMY LYNN BYRUM: FBLA 2, 3. 4; Spanish Club 2. 3; ICE 4. President 4; Cheer Block 1. 2; Honor Society 4; Tennis I. 2; Library Assistant 4; Musicals 1. 2, 3, 4; Leadership Retreat I, 2; SADD 3. 4; Choir I. 2, 3, 4; Swing Choir 4. CHARITY LYNN CHALFANT: FBLA 2, 3. 4; Spanish Club I. 2. 3. Secretary 3, Vice-President 4; SADD 3. 4; Leadership Retreat 1. 2, 3. 4; Class Officer 2; Office Helper 4; Track 1. 2. 3, 4; Basketball 1. 2, 3. 4. All-County 2. 3, 4. All-Sectional 3, WZZY MVP Defensive Player 3. CONSTANCE LEEANN CHIPLEY: FHA 1; Model Legislature I; Health Careers 4; ICE 4. JULIE ANN CHOWNING: Choir 2. 3. 4; Swing Choir 3. 4; Musicals 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1,2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3. 4; Drama Club 4; Chess Play 4; FBLA 4. SADD 3, 4; Youth Salute 3; Leadership Retreat 2. DEE R. COCHRAN: Library Assistant 2; Office Assistant 3; FHA 3. 4; FBLA 4; Drama Club 4; SADD 3. 4; Newspaper Staff 4. KRISTA KAY COMER: Volleyball 1. 2; Cheerleader 2; FBLA I. 2. 4; ICE 4. WILLIAM SPENCER COOK: Band I. 2. 3. 4. Drum Major 4; FBLA 3, 4; Hook's All State Band 3; Track Manager 2; Basketball Manager I. 2; SADD 3. 4; National Honor Society 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; FCA 3; Student Council 1; Leadership Retreat 1. DOREEN KELLY COOK What Evils Lurk In . . . Seniors’ Lockers What strange things were hidden in the deep, dark recesses of your locker? When walking through the halls, it was easy to spot the lockers that seemed to scream “Help Me!!” Everyone began the year with an empty (and supposedly clean) locker. By the second week of school, most of their lockers probably resembled their owners’ bedroom. They were a mess. Most lockers averaged between two to ten occupants. These lockers seemed to be the most chaotic. Missy Phenis (’86) seemed to have one of the messiest lockers in the school. “I don’t have time to put my books away between classes,” Missy said. She added, “I just throw them in there.” Another senior whose locker was sloppy was Mark Keever. “My locker has never been as unorganized as it was at the end of my senior year,” Mark said. “I don’t worry about it as much anymore.” Most seniors didn’t feel that keeping their lockers clean was their first priority in their last year of high school. As Shane Fruit (’86) said, “I don’t care about how clean my locker is. 1 just want to get out of here.” by Tracy Smithson LEFT: As senior Christie Duncan and junior Aaron Schafer show, winning is fun! The couple was caught by the cameraman at the girls’ Sectional victory dance. BOTTOM LEFT: Lip-syncing his heart out is senior Scott Beatty. This opening act placed third in the Air Band contest. OLH J l Wheels Make Seniors Mobile What do freedom, independence, mobility, and Mr. Goodwrench have in common? WHEELS! Students at WC owe much of their freedom and mobility to these round little wonders called wheels. Wheels may be found in many sizes and materials. but only one shape, of course. Wheels are on everything from the skateboards that skim around the sidewalks to the teachers' chairs that everyone would like to take a ride in down the ramps. Some of the most important wheels at WC are on the cars that sit in the parking lot every day. Rob Lawrence, an avid car-crazy, could often be seen washing his Trans-Am before school. The wheels on cars weren't the only wheels that were held in high esteem by students at WC. Seniors Mark Keever and John Dagget were both avid bicyclers during the 1986 school year. Mark preferred the touring style of bike, made popular in Europe by races such as the Tour de France. “Bicycling can be more than just a way to get around, but it can also cost a lot of money to be seriously involved with, commented Mark. Skateboards washed into WC with the surfer craze. What could be more cool than to cruise up to school on your brand new skateboard while wearing your Hawaiian shirt and carrying a copy of “Wind Surfing •Times”? Whether small, large, inflated, or solid, w heels make the world of WC go around, by Tony Smithson UPPER: Many limes the cameraman caught students in compromising and embarrassing poses. Seniors Lisa Hersberger and Cindy Stilucll were caught in one of those Don't you dare use this picture poses in class. LOWER: Rick Hcrold gives a smirk while searching for a book in the library (??). Many seniors enjoyed reading in their spare lime. 68 STEVEN DUANE CROYLE: Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; School Play 1; Baseball I JOHN CHRISTOPHER DAGGETT JENNIFER LYNN DALY: FBLA 1. 2. 3. 4; FHA 1, 2, 3, 4; Golf 2, 3, 4; Health Careers 1, 2; Spanish Club 1 WILLIAM RICHARD DAVIS: Class President I; Football 1. 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2; Baseball 3, 4; Honor Society 3, 4; FBLA 4; ICE 4. Treasurer 4; Leadership Retreat 1; Intramurals 3. 4 Todd Bastian and Lynn Blankenship study diligently in electronics. DIANA LEE DENNIS: Bowling I; Health Careers 2: Spanish Club 3. 4; FHA 3. 4, Treasurer 4; FBLA 3, 4; Band 1; Majorettes 2, 3, 4. Head Majorette 4; Leadership Retreat 2,4; SADD 3, 4; Cadet 4; Hook's All-State Band 3; Wrestlerette 2 AMY RENAE DETRO: Band 1; MACC 4 REBECCA DIANE DILLOW: Mixed Chorus 1; Concert Choir 2, 3, 4; Swing Choir 2, 3, 4; Drama 4; Library Assistant 1. 2. 4; Office Assistant I; Cadet 4; SADD 3, 4; Musical 1. 2, 3. 4; Leadership Retreat 3 STEVEN JAY DOUGHTY: Football 1, 2. 3; Wrestling 1, 2, 3; FFA 1, 2: Baseball 1, 2; SADD 3. 4; Track 3 CHRISTINE LYNN DUNCAN: Honor Society 3, 4; Band I, Majorettes 2, 3, 4; Head Majorette 4; Hook's All-State Band 3; Student Council 2; Yearbook 4; FBLA 2, 3. 4; FCA 1, 2, 3. 4; Health Careers 1, 2, 3, 4; Treasurer 4; Youth Salute 4; Spanish Club 1, 2; SADD 3. 4; Leadership Retreat 1. 2. 4: Office Assistant 3, 4; Cadet 3; Track 1, 2: Outdoor Ed Staff 3 MARY ELIZABETH EVANS: Spanish Club 1, 2. 3, 4; FBLA 2. 3. 4; SADD 3. 4; Band 1, 2. 3. 4 BRET ALLEN FARMER: Honor Society 4; Baseball 1. 2, 3. 4: Basketball 1. 2: Intramurals 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; SADD 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Hook's All-State Band 1; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Captain 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 2, 3; FBLA 4 ANGELA GWYNNE FIELDS: FBLA 2, 3, 4; WTcstlerette 4; SADD 3, 4; ICE 4; Drama Club 4; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1, 2. 3. 4; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1 SKYLOR W. FIFER: FFA 1, 2; Football 3. 4; ICE 4 LUKE RYAN FOWLER: MACC 4 CHRISTIE LYNN FOX: Volleyball 1; ICE 4. Secretary 4; FBLA 1. 2, 4; FHA 1,2; Leadership Retreat 1, 4 SCOTT LAWRENCE FRANKE: Student Council 1, 2, 4; FCA 1; FFA 1, 2; Grecnhand President 1: Football 1,2; Wrestling 1.2; Track 1; School Play 4; Leadership Retreat 1; Cadet 4 69 LAURA LEE COX DEBORAH SUE CRAIN: FBLA 1, 2, 3. 4; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2, 3; Leadership Retreat 1, 4 ANDREW ALAN CROYLE: Football 1, 2, 4; Track 1, 2. 3. 4; Basketball 1; ICE 4; FBLA 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; SADD 3 CRISTI LEANN CROYLE: FBLA 1, 2. 3. 4; Health Careers 3, 4; Class Treasurer 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3,4; Volleyball 1,2, 3. 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 2, 3, 4; Office Assistant 3, 4 DAVID SHANE FRUIT: FFA I, 2, 3, 4; FBLA 3, 4; Basketball 1, Cross County 2; Track I, 2; Student Council 3; Leadership Retreat 2, 3; Intramurals 2; Yearbook Staff 4: Office Worker 4; Outdoor Education Staff 3. ANTHONY SCOTT GREEN: Golf I; FBLA 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; Leadership Retreat 4. ROGER LEE HAMMER JR.: Spanish Club 1, 2; FBLA 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1; Baseball 1, 2. 4; SADD 3, ICE 4. KAREN ELAINE HANEY: FBLA 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; FCA 1; Library Assistant 4; Volleyball 1, 2; Tennis 1, 2; Choir 1,2,3,4; Musical 1,2, 3, 4. ANGELA RENEE HARNEY: Track 1; Football Manager 2; FBLA 1, 4; ICE 4; SADD 3, 4; Bowling 4. ANDREA DEANNE HAWKINS DAVID ANTHONY HAWLEY: Football 1; Basketball 1; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4. RORY TYLER HELMS: FBLA 2, 3, 4; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Jazz Band 3, 4; Intramurals 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2; Tennis 1, 2, 3; Student Council 4; Yearbook Staff 3; Guidance Office Helper 4; Honor Society 3, 4; Youth Salute 4; SADD 3, 4; Hook’s All-State Band 3. JOHN LEE HERRON: Spanish Club 1; SADD 3. WILLIAM SHANE HERRON LISA LOU HERSBERGER: FFA 1, 2, 3, 4; Sweetheart 4; SADD 3, 4; Wrestlerettes 1,2, 3, 4; Captain 2, 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 2; Office Worker 4. SONYA HIBBARD JEFFREY TODD HINSHAW: Golf 1, 2, 3, 4; Nationa Honor Society 3, 4; Football 1; Intra-murals 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Steering Committee 4: Leadership Retreat 2, 4. JONI ELLEN HINSHAW: Majorettes 1, 2, 3; French Club 1; FBLA 2, 3, 4; Treasurer 4; Youth Salute 4; Cadet 4; Leadership Retreat 1,3; Honor Society 3, 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Student Council 4; Outdoor Education Staff 3, SADD 3, 4. RICK EUGENE HOLLIDAY: Basketball 1. CHRISTOPHER TODD HOLLINGSWORTH: FBLA 4; Band 1; Student Council 3, 4; Intramurals 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 3; Cadet 4; FCA 4; SADD 4. MICHAEL C. HOOVER: FFA 1, 2, 3, 4; Intra-murals 2, 3, 4; Football Manger 1; Basketball Manager 1. KATHERINE JUNE HUDSON: FBLA 4; FHA 2, 3; Health Careers 1,2, 3; Wrestlerettes 1, 2; SADD 3, 4; ICE 4; Library Assistant 3. ANGELA KAY HUFFMAN: Chcerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Captain 4; FBLA 2, 3, 4; Reporter 3, President 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Vice-President 3; President 4; Office Assistant 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 2, 3, 4; FCS 3; Homecoming Queen 4. AMY JO JENNINGS: FBLA 1,2, 3,4; Band 1; Library Assistant 3; Guidance Assistant 4; Leadership Retreat 2; Wrestlerette 2, 3; Class Secretary 1, 2. RIGHT: Adjusting the long jump board for the track team is senior Rick Herold. With the help of people like Rick, things went a lot smoother for many athletic teams this year. 70 Should I Not? Risk Taking Risk taking. It is a part of everyone’s everyday life. Without risks, life would be dull. We take risks every day from getting up in the morning and eating breakfast with our eyes closed to getting a ride home after school not knowing if we’ll ever get home safely or not. “Never ride in a car when Todd Pegg is driving unless he is taking you right home,” explained senior Doug Bradbury. Going on a blind date is always risky. One doesn’t know whether or not it’s going to turn out well. Who knows, a blind date could be ugly, fat, and a real joke. “On a blind date it’s very hard to talk. You don’t know what interests the other person has,” stated a senior girl. “The girl I was fixed up with wasn’t what I had expected and I just about killed the guy who fixed me up. I’m never going out on a blind date again,” said a senior boy. Going to school functions drunk can be extremely risky. Because it’s illegal for a person under the age of 21 to drink, one could easily get into trouble with the school, parents, and the law. Alcohol isn’t very hard to detect, and if a person is acting outrageously stupid, he or she is going to be questioned. Cheating is another risk taken by students today. Why study for a test when it’s possible to get by from cheating off of a neighbor? “In Mrs. Northcutt’s class it’s kind of hard because she sits and watches you, but I still did it,” explained a senior. A major risk these days for a high school student is marriage and parenthood. “A lot of people have been through this in my class and I know it has to be rough because they come to school during the day and go home and have to run a household. Their day is never done,” said Tracy Smithson. Risks are taken every minute, every day of everyone’s life. Life, in reality, is one big risk, by Shannon Norris LEFT ABOVE: Relief is written on the face of senior Andrea Hawkins as she catches a water balloon. She was part of the winning class during Fun and Games. LEFT: Listening to a humorous speech is the speech class. Many seniors enrolled in the class this year. Jobs became increasingly important to many seniors as they discovered the whys and wherefores of steady employment. There were many reasons why teenagers got jobs. Some people said it was because they needed money. Some said it was because they were tired of staying home. No matter what the reason, jobs were a very important part of a WC teenager’s life. Karen Haney stated, “The reason I wanted a job was for extra spending money because I don’t think it’s right for my mom and dad to give it to me all the time.” Melissa Phenis said having a job kept her busy so she wasn’t out running around all the time. Amy Jennings wanted to save money for a car, and Tammy Keys wanted money for college. For some people, finding a job was easy, but for others it was hard. For Fred McClellan it was pretty easy. He went to Community Action which sent him to Marsh, where he was employed. On the other hand, for Amy Jennings, it was very difficult. She found that everyone wanted people with experience. Amy stated, “How do you get experience if no one will give you a job?” Jobs also affected high school students’ social lives. Tammy Keys only worked two or three days a week so she still had time to “go out” with her friends. Karen Haney stated, “Having a job hurt my social life a little, but I met a lot of new people at work.” A job also affected students’ school work and activities. Some bosses understood that school was an important part of a person’s life, like Melissa Phenis’ boss, who scheduled her work hours around her school activities. But some bosses said that when you’re scheduled, you work, as in Amy Jennings’ case. She said that her grades didn’t go down, but she wasn’t in school activities like she used to be. Now, where did the money go? Different places. Amy Jennings bought a car and saved the rest. Fred McClellan spent his on clothes, dates, and other personal expenses. Melissa Phenis and Tammy Keys spent some on different things, but also saved some of their earnings. Whatever the reason for entering the world of work, WC teens learned the value of a dollar earned. Job security and job responsibility became concrete terms for seniors as they entered the “real world.” by Lisa Hersberger TOP: Hoping for a victory, seniors line up during Fun and Games. They went on to win the event and the entire Fun and Games. RIG HT: With the true spirit of a cheerleader, Mary Ann McCoy congratulates a victorious Falcon team. Her spirit and enthusiasm enabled her to be a cheerleader for four years. Seniors Enter The Real World 72 m MARK R. KEEVER: Intramurals 2. 4; Spanish Club 1, 2; Steering Committee I; FBLA 4. Project Committee 4, Parliamentary Team 4; Football Manager 3; Basketball Manager I, 3; Baseball Manager 2, 3; SADD 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 3, 4. TAMARA DEON KEYS: Student Council 1.2, 3, Treasurer 3. President 4; FBLA 1,2, 3. 4; Spanish Club 2; FCA 2, 3; Spirit Committee 1, 2, 3; Honor Society 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 2, 3, 4; Majorettes 3; SADD 3; Basketball I, 2; Volleyball 2, 3, 4, TEC 4; Track I, 2; Powder Puff 1, 2, 4. TODD ROBERT KEYS: Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Drum Major 4; Jazz Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Community Orchestra 1,2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 3, President 4; Drama Club 4; School Play I. 4; Tennis 2; Health Careers Club 3, 4, Program Committee Chairman 4; Model Legislature 2, 3, 4, Assistant Minority Leader in House 3; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4. Historian 4; Hook's All-State Band 2, 3; SADD 3, 4; President 3; Academic Decathalon Team 4. ANDREW JAY LASLEY: FBLA 2, 3. 4, Historian 3, Secretary 4, State Parliamentarian 3, 4; Model Legislature 1, 2, 3, Outstanding Committeeman 3; Class President 3, 4; Band 1; Honor Society 3, 4, President 4; Football 4; Football Manager 1, 2, 3; Basketball Manager 2. 3; Leadership Retreat I, 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Hoosicr Boys' State 3. ROBERT A. LAWRENCE: Band 1; Stage Band 1 DAVID CHRISTOPHER LAWSON: Band 1, 2, 3; Hook's All-State Band 3; FBLA 2, 3, 4, Projects Committee 3, Parliamentary Team 3; Class Vice-President 2, 3; Intramurals 3, 4; Basketball Manager 2; SADD 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, Orchestra 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 3. BRENDA K. LOVELL: Spanish Club 2, 3; FHA 4; SADD 3, 4; ICE 4. RONALD JAY LYONS: Weightlifting 1; Baseball 2; Intramurals 3, 4. TODD ERIC MANNING: Basketball 1; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; SADD 4; Track 3. TODD T. MARKER: Football 1. 2. 4; Weightlifting I, 2, 3, 4. ANGELA RENEE MARSH: Track 4. CRYSTAL LYNN MCCOY: Band 1,2, 3, 4; SADD 3, 4; Jazz Band 4; Winter Guard 4. MARY ANN MCCOY: FBLA 2, 3. 4; FHA 1, 2, 3, 4, Officer 4; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Captain 4; Leadership Retreat 1, 2, 3; Health Careers 1, 2; Spanish Club 3. RICHARD ALLEN MCCOY SHERRI LYNN MCDAVID: FBLA 1; FHA 3, 4; SADD 3. 4. 73 JEFF A. MCKISSACK: MACC 4. ROBERT LEE MOLES: Band 1, 2; Track 2; Basketball Manager 2. MIA MARIE MOON: FBLA 3, 4; FCA 4, FHA 4; Model Legislature 3; Tennis 1,2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1,2; Chorus 1,2, 3; Musical 1,2, 3; SADD 3. 4; Health Careers 4; FCS 4. RICHARD GUY MOSIER: Football 1, FFA 1; ICE 4; FBLA 4. BENTON MILES NEPHEW: Band 1,2,3, 4; French Club 2; Jazz Band 2, 3, 4; Model Legislature 3. JONNA LYNNE NORDLOH: Band 1,2, 3, 4; Winter Guard 4; FBLA 2, 3, 4; SADD 3, 4; Jazz Band 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Library Assistant 4. KATHERINE MARIE NORTON: Choir 1, 2, 3; Volleyball 2; Art Club 1; SADD 3, 4; Musical 3; Health Careers 4, ICE 4; Honor Society 4. BRIAN RUSSELL OZBUN: Band 1, 2; MACC 4; SADD 3, 4. MELISSA JOAN PHENIS: Cheerleader 1, 2; FBLA 1, 2, 3; FHA 1, 2, 3. 4; Leadership Retreat 1; Homecoming Princess 2; Homecoming Queen Candidate 4; SADD 3, 4; Wrcstlerette 4; Library Assistant 3. DOUGLAS KEITH PHISTNER: Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Band 3, 4; FBLA 4; SADD 3, 4; Orchestra 2; Hook's All-State Band 1. TRACY LYNN RAWLINS: FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4; FHA 2, 3, 4; Wrcstlerette 1,2, 3, 4; Band 1; Leadership Retreat 3; ICE 4. SHANE I. RHEINHART ANITA KAY RILEY GEOFFERY A. RITTENHOUSE: Spanish Club 1; FBLA 4. TINA MARIE ROBERTS RONALD DEWAIN ROOK: Band 1, 2; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling Captain 4; Baseball Manager 3, 4; Cadet 4; MACC 4. MARLENA KAY SANDERS: FHA 4; ICE 4. TRACY MARIE SAYERS: FBLA 1,2, 3.4; French Club 1, 2, 3; Historian 4; Guidance Assistant 3,4; Library Assistant 2; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Model Legislature 3, 4. CARI ANNESHAW: French Club 1,2, 3, 4; Majorettes 1, 2, 3; FHA 1; Wrcstlcrcttcs 1; Health Careers 2, 3, 4; SADD 3; Guidance Assistant 3; Cadet 4; FCS 4; Leadership Retreat 1. CRAIG ALLAN SHERWOOD: Cross Country 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 3, 4; Baseball 1. SHANE E. SIMMONS: Choir 1, 2. D. BERT SMILEY CHRISTOPHER LEE SMILEY: ICE 2. TAMMY SU SMITH: SADD 3, 4; Spanish Club 4; Randolph County Youth Salute 3; Volleyball 1. “p S UPPER LEFT: Senior Sieve Croyleshows an expression of relief as he completes his turn in the Great Shoe Grab during Homecoming activities. UPPER RIGHT: This sneaky look is one commonly expressed by senior Tom Armstrong as he is about to tell one of his corny jokes. Partying, Parking, Playing . . . A Senior’s Life Parking, however, only had one meaning to most seniors. It meant two teenagers of opposite sex going to be alone on a lonely, deserted, country road. What did grown, mature seniors do for recreation? Answers ranged from swimming, tennis, and softball to fishing, hunting, and basketball to riding bikes, riding horseback, and walking, to playing checkers, reading, and taking pictures. Todd Hollingsworth said that he plays “all types of sports” and watches women to relax. A.J. Lasley said, “For recreation I watch professional wrestling (WWF) on TV and play playground basketball.” Whether you partied, parked, or played, all three were important items on a senior’s list. By — Christy Cox. Partying, Parking, Playing — the three main aspects of a senior’s life. Do you remember during the 1985-86 school year doing one, two, or all three of these things? Some of the senior students at WC had different ideas for the meanings of the three words, though. Karen Haney said, “Partying to me means going out, having a great time and enjoying being out with your friends.” Tracy Smithson said she thought that “everybody thinks partying means going out with people and driving around while THEY are getting drunk.” Miss Roberts said, “Partying to my generation means going someplace with a band or music, maybe have a drink or two and being around a bunch of people.” So there were many different viewpoints of the meaning of partying. ABOVE: Senior Jerry Ellemen shows us how thrilled he is to participate in class. Seniors Practice The Art Of Listening “Could you repeat the question?” “The assignment is due when?” Familiar questions? Maybe even you have asked one of these questions. Even though you are listening to your teachers all the time, you don’t always hear what they are saying. Seniors have listened to teachers for thirteen years and have heard it all. Yet, they sit tentatively in class, poised with pencil and ready to take notes. Many like to listen to lectures, takes notes, and do assignments so much they are going on to college. By the time one reaches his senior year, he develops an “art” to listening. First, there is the “radical” listener. This is the person who is in the room first and is the last one to leave. He sits straight in his chair, has his book opened (to the correct page), has his pencil in hand, and is ready to listen. There is the “serious” listener. He comes to class on time, sits casually in the chair, and gets books, paper, and pencil when they are needed. He even listens when the teacher is lecturing. The “occasional” listener comes to class at the last possible second, forgets his books, paper, and pencil at least once a week, and stares out the window or peers at the clock. He only hears a fraction of what has been said. “Seldom” listeners are the ones who don’t hear anything that has been said. They rarely recognize their own name when called upon, and hardly ever remember books, papers, or pencil. The average seldom listener is lucky to get to the right class at the right time. The majority of WCHS seniors are either radical or serious listeners. Most teachers would agree with this. The seniors always give their undivided attention to the teacher. Seniors never talk to the person sitting next to them. They always get their assignments in on time and if there are any questions, they ask their teacher, not their “neighbor.” Do seniors ever fall asleep in class? This is very doubtful, especially since all senior classes are so exciting, and since seniors never stay out late. Seniors are always home early so they can do their homework and get a good night’s rest. Seniors, if they ever do fall asleep in class, have the strange ability to listen, ask questions, and understand in their sleep. This is all possible because they have had thirteen years of practice. Most underclassmen don’t have listening down to an art. However, with practice, they may become as good as the class of ’86 has become, by Patty Schweizer ABOVE: Seniors Brent Nephew and Doug Phistncr show expressions of relief as they barely catch their balloon in the water balloon toss during Homecoming activities. RIGHT: Learning how to set a table in Creative Foods, arc seniors Dave Lawson and Scott Beatty. TRACY LYNN SMITHSON: Honor Society 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Drama Club 4, Secretary 4; Yearbook Staff 3; Newspaper Staff 4, Managing Editor 4; Hoosier Spell Bowl 4. GREG ALAN SOMMER WILLIAM DANIEL SPEED DANNY RAY STEPHENS JR.: Football 1. 3; FBLA 4; Weightlifting 1, 3. THERESA GAY STEPHENS: Band 1, 2, 3; FHA 1, 2, 3, 4. Projects Chairman 2, Vice-President 3. District IV Secretary 3; Spanish Club 3; Guidance Office Assistant 3. TIMOTHY RAY STEVESON: Football 1; Choir I, 2; MACC 4. CINDY MICHELE STILWELL JULIE CHRISTINE STUCKEY: Band 1,2. 3, 4; French Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4; Honor Society 3, 4, Secretary 4; Health Careers 3. 4, Secretary 3, 4; SADD 3, 4, Secretary 3; Model Legislature 4; Homecoming Princess 3; Leadeship Retreat 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 3. ROBERT BENJAMIN SUAREZ: Band 1. JILL MARIE SYMONS: Basketball 1, 2, 3. 4; Track 1, 2, 3. 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Health Careers Club 2. 3, 4, Vice-President 3, President 4; Drama Club 4, President 4; FCA 1, 2, 3, 4; FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2,3, 4. Steering Committee 1, 2, Reporter 3; Model Legislature 2, 4; Leadership Retreat 1,2, 3, 4; Girls’ State Delegate 3; Athletic Office Assistant 4; SADD 3, 4, Speaker Committee Chairman 4. DEAN E. THOMAS: FFA 1; Intramurals 3, 4. MERRI LANETTE WILLIAMS: FBLA 2, 3, 4, Projects Committee; FHA 2, 3, 4, President 4; ICE 4, SADD 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 3, 4; Office 3. 77 Burge willingly pose for the camera as Jim demonstrates his school spirit through his gra-cefullncss. BELOW: With enthusiasm. Todd Bastian shows how much he enjoyed cleaning the parking lot. This job proved to be a big task. Unfortunate Students Face In-School Suspension Green is all around. There is nowhere to go. I’m trapped! Will I ever get out of this alive? The noises 1 hear are getting closer and closer, and getting louder and louder. It sounds like the roar of a lion and the footsteps of an elephant. This can’t be real. Something or someone has grabbed me and is shaking me frantically. Thank God it’s only a dream. The noises of a lion roaring and footsteps of an elephant were only Mr. Gibson bringing someone else to In School Suspension, my new home. The person who grabbed me in my dream was Mrs. Hogg waking me up. Have those of you who have never been in ISS wondered what it would be like? Well, we asked some of those less fortunate souls what they thought about being in ISS. When asked, Todd Marker and Tom Armstrong said they felt getting caught up on missed work wasn’t hard at all because the teachers brought it all up to them. After a few hours, you have the homework finished and all there is left to do is look at old yearbooks. Todd Marker thought being in ISS for five minutes was long enough before the green walls began to “get” to you. Tom Armstrong felt differently — he could handle being in ISS for about an hour before he went insane. In case some freshmen are wondering what one has to do to be put in ISS, here are a few of the reasons others got put in there: soaping someone else’s car in the school parking lot, hiccoughing in class rudely, squirting water on a teacher or walls, etc. Since one is not allowed to sleep in ISS, we asked what you do if you are finished with homework. Todd Marker stated he opened a book and made it look as though he were reading, but slept instead. Tom Armstrong said he wrote letters to his girlfriend and when he was finished, he slept anyway. There you have it, the life and times of being in the jungle — In-School Suspension, by Dee Cochran ROBERT DONALD WOLFE DANIEL LEE YODER: FFA 1, 2, 3, 4; SADD 3 JANE ELIZABETH ZELL: Class Vice-President I; Student Council 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 4; FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4; Leadership Retreat 2. 3, 4; Spirit Committee 3, 4; Spanish Club 2, 3; FCA 1, 2; Basketball 1, Manager 2; YAC 1. 2; SADD 4; Yearbook 4; Outdoor Education Staff. NOT PICTURED: GARY WAYNE ELLE-MAN, JERRY ALLEN ELLEMAN, JIM E. GRITTS, ANNETTE MARIE HARRIS, RICHARD M. HEROLD. TERRI LYNN HOLT, KEVIN MALLORY, JOHN E. MARQUESS, FRED L. McCLELLAN, PATRICIA ANN SCHWEIZER, JAMES RAY SLUSHER ABOVE: Seniors Angela Huffman and Tammy Keys arc viewed by the public during the Mardi Gras parade. The two were queen candidates representing WCHS. LEFT: Scott Franke motions that he enjoys being an escort for senior Homecoming queen candidate Melissa Phenis. A Getting that last stretch before a cross-country meet is Jerry Ellcman. WC sports put many students in strange positions during 1986. Cheerleaders 82 Golf 84 Cross-Country 86 Volleyball 88 Tennis 90 Football 92 Wrestling 94 Basketball 96 Track 104 Baseball 108 TOP: Junior varsity cheerleaders: Shannon Hartley. Angie Simmons, and Gwen Furby. TOP RIGHT: Helping to boost school spirit is the Falcon mascot. Several students dressed up to cheer on the different teams this year. MIDDLE: Freshmen cheerleaders: Dena Simmons. Karen Hibbard, Jeannie McCoy, and Ainice Jackson ABOVE: Cheerleaders Mary Ann McCoy and Shannon Hartley strive for more fan participation. The girls braved the cold of football season and the heat of the fieldhousc during basketball season, all in the hope of helping with a WC victory. 82 Cheerleaders Give It Their All For ... The Spirit Hoarseness from yelling for the last two hours. Anxiety over whether or not the team will pull through for a victory. Disappointment as she looks up at the unenthusiastic crowd that is slowly departing the nearly empty bleachers. Hard work, dedication ... This is the glamorous life of a cheerleader. Cheerleaders at WC definitely had one quality in common — they were all willing to work and to work hard. As soon as school started, cheering at football and volleyball games became a main priority for the girls. Once the flurry of fall sports was over, basketball season was upon the school. Pizza was bought for the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams the weeks of their respective Sectionals. The girls’ basketball team also received a cake during the County Tournament. To top all of this, the cheerleaders put in many hours making scrapbooks for both the girls’ and boys’ varsity teams. Of WC Cheerleaders often don’t receive the recognition they deserve. But this year something was done to help solve this problem. A Most Valuable Cheerleader Award was presented for the first time. Sophomore Gwen Furby was the recipient. Angie Huffman — “Cheerleading has been a lot of hard wook but the fringe benefits were great.” Another group of girls also cheered on a team this year. WC’s wrestlerettes played an important role this year with the wrestling team. The wrestlerettes were very supportive and dedicated in cheering on the wrestlers. After a successful se-son, the wrestlerettes hosted a pizza party for the team. Captains for the wrestlerettes were seniors Lisa Hersberger and Tracy Rawlins, and junior Drema Mallory. by Jenny Hinshaw, Patty Schweizer and Shane Fruit Cheerleading is hard work as Lisa Moore demonstrates as she doffs her sweatshirt. WRESTLERETTES. FRONT ROW: Drema Mallory, Tracy Rawlins, and Lisa Hersberger. SECOND ROW: Gale Boolman, Sherrie Retz, Jodi Bradburn, Traci Kelley, Kim VanDuyn, and Annette French. THIRD RpW: Tina Beck, Vonda Corn, Angie North, Nancy Nordloh. Thursa Halcomb, and Lisa Bates. FOURTH ROW: Rhonda Bowmer, Susan Beilis, Kelee King, Kristie Mock, and Sandy Riley 83 ABOVE: Concentrating on the shot is Don Beatty. Don contributed to varsity action again in his junior year. €§LFH9 TEE §FF Silence fills the air as the ball is teed up. A few practice swings, trying to calm her nerves as her teammates watch. She addresses the ball with thoughts of concentration and following through racing in her mind. She swings and makes contact with the ball. It takes off and she exhales a sigh of relief. This is golf. The girls’ team began the daily trek around the course in August. With only five girls showing an interest in playing, the pressure was on to improve each individual. It would take each player pulling through and giving it her best every match to Coach Polly Roberts — “Although our season did not result in a lot of wins, I was always proud of the girls, and genuinely liked being in their company.” have a successful season. The team finished with a disappointing record of 0-8, but the record did not tell whole story. Only one girl, senior Jenny Daly, had ever played on the varsity team. Two sophomores, Betsy Hoover and Jenny Hinshaw, returned for their second season, but their scores counted this year for the first time. Two freshmen, Mary Robinson and Luisa Moon, had never even completed nine holes of golf before joining the team. Even though the record wasn’t good, the team spirit and the realization that next year would be better were always there. These things made the season successful. Finishing with a record of 5-7, the boys’ varsity team was made up of two seniors, two juniors, and a freshman. The seniors, Jeff Hinshaw and Scott Beatty, contributed heavily to the team’s victories and furnished needed leadership for the young squad. Juniors Don Beatty and Chuck Richardson had the experience and dedication to become varsity players this year. Freshman Dion Norris pulled through with low scores time after time during the spring season. Coach Sanford Brueckheimer was peased with the efforts of his team. The team brought honors to WC by placing fourth in the Tri-Eastern Conference, fifth out of a field of eighteen talented teams in the Sectional, and first in the County Meet. As Coach Brueckheimer explained, “Our golf program has a very bright future.” The reserve team finished with a record of 4-6. Although neither the girls’ or boys’ teams are often spotlighted at WC, the team members are dedicated to their sport. Because of this, the golf program is a success, by Jenny Hinshaw ABOVE RIGHT: Ready to hit still another tee shot is sophomore Jenny Hinshaw. Jenny one of three returning Icltcrmcn this year. ABOVE LEFT: Senior golfer Scott Beatty displays his skill on the course. Scott's leadership was important to the team. ABOVE: Cooling off before a match is Chris Welch. Chris kept the team's spirit high with his wild sense of humor. GIRLS’ GOLF TEAM, LEFT: Mary Ann Robinson, Luisa Moon, Jenny Daly, Jenny Hinshaw, Betsy Hoover, and Coach Polly Roberts. BOYS’ GOLF TEAM, BOTTOM LEFT, STANDING: Zach McCoy, Steve McCord, Sean May, Ray Richardson, Jeff Chalfant, Chad Jordan, Rob Goodhew, Chris Welch, and Larry Cadwalladcr. KNEELING: Dion Norris, Jeff Hinshaw, Chuck Richardson, Don Beatty, Scott Beatty, and Coach Sanford Brueckhcimcr. 85 Runners Drop One Meet But ... Sherwood’ve Been A Great Year! Pain. Sweat in his eyes. He sees the finish line nearing and he tries to give that last burst of energy to heave himself over the line. The line is passed and the race is over. So is his agony. Five kilometers have become a blur in his mind. This is cross-country. The Winchester Golden Falcons cross-country team had a nearly perfect season, losing only one meet to Centerville, the eventual conference champions. The Falcons finished the year as Randolph County Champions, and second in the Tri-Eastern Conference. The team leader throughout the year was Craig Sherwood. Sherwood, a senior, was the individual county winner for the third year in a row. After placing seventh in the sectional, he moved on to the regional, where he placed fourth. That was good enough for a trip to semi-state competition, where he ended his career with a twenty-seventh place showing. The good attitude that the team exhibited throughout the season was found to be very helpful, as shown by the successful season. One example of this attitude was Andy Thornburg. Although Andy did not run a varsity position, he never stopped trying and cheering his teammates on. Craig Sherwood stated that, Jamie Williams — I feel that our positive attitude helped us achieve some important goals. “Andy has a great future ahead of him if he keeps at it.” Junior Tony Smithson, a first year cross-country runner, and freshmen Ted Halcomb and Steve Bates all gave unexpected support to the team this year. All three contributed to the Falcon victory in the County Tournament by finishing in the top fifteen. Smithson was named to the All-County team by finishing tenth. Jamie Williams provided team leadership by running in the number two position for the entire year. Williams, a sophomore, had his best race of the year at the County Meet, where he placed third. Don Beatty, a returning letterman, was out most of the season with hip injuries. Beatty hopes to recover and follow in Craig Sherwood’s footsteps next year. Other team members include senior Jerry Elleman, JV county champ Luke Blizzard, and Mark Wray. Although the team is losing two talented seniors, Jerry Elleman and Craig Sherwood, the prospects for next year seem good. The Falcons cross-country team has a promising future, with runners who return with strong determination and lots of spirit. by Jerry Elleman and Tony Smith- son ABOVE: Jamie Williams sprints toward the finish line at Winchester’s home course, Goodrich Park. Running second to Craig Sherwood throughout the season, Jamie had an exceptional year. ABOVE: Back row: Coach Ron Anderson, Luke Blizzard, Jamie Williams, Tony Smith-son, Don Beatty, and Jerry Elleman. Front row: Ted Halcomb, Steve Bates, Andy Thornburg, Mark Wray, and Craig Sherwood. 86 LEFT: Striding to try to catch his opponents in the County Tournament, Jerry Ellcman pushes himself to his limit. Jerry displayed a lot of senior leadership to the team this year. ABOVE: Coach Ron Anderson gives his team a little advice before a race. Building an almost perfect team, the group lost only one meet this season. LEFT: Before making the top 10 list against South Adams, senior Craig Sherwood stretches and thinks about the race ahead of him. Running number one for Winchester all year, Craig had a very successful season. 87 88 RIGHT: Sending it back over the net is Missy Bowers. Sophomore Bowers helped the team in its victories. ABOVE: Moving right along arc Krista Campbell and Cristi Croyle. Campbell received Best Spiker Award and Croyle was voted to have the Best Serve Reception. LEFT: Waiting in anticipation are Jill Symons and Jacinda Walters. Walters received the Mental Attitude Award and Symons was awarded Best Setter. WC Volleyball Has . . A Bumpy Season TOP: Jill Symons bumps the ball over the net as Cristi Croylc looks on. Symons and Croyle showed senior leadership on the team. ABOVE: Ready to attack the ball as it comes over the net are Jacinda Walters and Tammy Keys. Walters and Keys aided the team with their efforts. Tension. Throbbing leg pain from that last unsuccessful lunge at the ball which ended with a thud as the player hit the floor. Anxiety over that one deciding serve. We need this point! This is volleyball. Successfully ending this season with a 10-12 record, WC volleyers managed to tie for second in the conference. Other honors included being runners-up in the County Tournament and Winchester four-way Invitational Champs. One of three departing seniors who served as captains of the team, Cristi Croyle, commented on her feelings toward volleyball. “I enjoyed this season and had a lot of fun. I think that we had a great season. This being my last year meant more to me than years I played before. It was the last year I could play for Winchester,” she reflected. “Volleyball,” explained senior Jill Symons, “is a great sport and also my favorite.” These feelings probably accounted for part of Jill’s skill which got her nominated to the All-Conference Team along with senior Tammy Keys. Junior Krista Campbell also received honorable men- tion. Nominations to the All-County Team were received by three of WC’s talented players — Jill Symons, Krista Campbell, and Cristi Croyle. Tammy Keys and sophomore Shawnda Croyle received honorable mention. Although the team had only four returning lettermen, the team weathered an up and down season to end with a respectable tally of ten wins and twelve losses in dual meets. As captains of the netters and the Christy Cox — “It’s a good sport and all of the players get to know each other really well.” only senior team members, Tammy Keys, Jill Symons, and Cristi Croyle will be sorely missed next year. The girls were awarded Best Server, Best Setter, and Best Serve Reception respectively for the season. But next year looks promising with the talent of the many remaining players. by Christy Cox and Jenny Hin-shaw ABOVE: Front Row: Missy Bowers. Christy Cox. Shawnda Croyle. Kelli Loyd, and Dawn Conner. Back Row: Coach Jane Rogers, Jacinda Walters, Tammy Keys. Krista Campbell, Cristi Croyle, Jill Symons, and Shawnda Barnes. 89 ABOVE: Back Row: Coach Peg Kiser, Michelle Hogg, Sam Girton, Gwen Furby, Missy Bowers, Mia Moon, Heikc Cockcrill, and Kelli Loyd. Front Row: Andrea Johnson. Shelly Sells, April Trissel, Luisa Moon, Gwynnc Fields, Pam Jay me, Lanic Manning, and Krista Hendrickson. RIGHT: Willing the ball over the net. Chuck Richardson returns a volley. As a junior. Chuck played an important role on the varsity team this season. TOP: Bundled up against the cold, sophomore Heikc Cockcrill, who held the number one singles position, returns a lob. Bad weather was a problem which the team successfully overcame this year. ABOVE: Senior Mia Moon takes a serve. Mia was the only senior member of the varsity team, and her enthusiasm and spirit was vital to the team. WC Rackets Hit Success Sweat trickles down his back as he waits on the torrid court. Impatience begins to overcome him as he twirls the racket in his hands. As he stoops down, he looks over at his opponent with a gleam in his eye. The moment finally arrives. His opponent, unnerved by the angry glare he is receiving, serves the ball and ... This is tennis. Scott Beatty, Ron Rook, and Rory Helms —“We made it to the attic; sorry we couldn’t make the rooftop.” For the boys’ team, the wait was well worth it. Finishing the season with a record of 10-4, the boys brought a lot of pride to WC. A record of 5-1 in the Tri-Eastern Conference topped six of seven teams in conference. Much of the team’s success was due to the efforts of the three seniors on the team. Rory Helms played varsity number one singles. His experience and stamina made him a vital part of the team. Scott Beatty and Ron Rook, also varsity players, provided leadership and encouragement to the young team. The future of the team looks promising as six experienced varsity players return next year in addition to many talented junior varsity players. Success found the girls’ team this year, too. The team finished second of seven in the Tri-Eastern Conference with a 4-2 conference record. The 9-4 season record reflects success also. Seniors Mia Moon, number two singles, and Gwynne Fields, number one doubles, aided the team in its victories. They were the only seniors this year. Sophomore Heike Cockerill reigned in the number one singles position. Her enthusiasm and spirit kept the team optimistic. Kelli Loyd played exceptional tennis as she won the TEC in her number three singles spot. Juniors Michelle Hogg and Samantha Girton and sophomores Gwen Gurby and Missy Bowers also contributed to varsity action. The future for the girls’ team also looks bright as young varsity and junior varsity players return with experience and the determination typical of WC’s athletes, by Jenny Hinshaw BELOW: Back Row: Coach Peg Kiser. Brian Ryan Welch, Dion Norris, Shane Chalfant, Rhotchamel, Chris Welch, Chuck Richard- Jamie Pegg, Rob Byrum, Shane Girton. Jeff son. Bill Shepherd. Todd Pegg, Ron Rook, Lahey, J.W. Osling. Ray Richardson, and Rory Helms, Scott Beatty, and Aaron Shannon Norris. Schafer. From Row: Sam Girton, Cary Smith, ABOVE: Showing off the skill which won him the number one singles position is senior Rory Helms. Rory's leadership was beneficial to the team. Giving one of her players a few pointers is Coach Peg Kiser. She coached both the boys’ and girls’ teams this year. FALCON FOOTBALL '85 . MUD, SWEAT, AND TEARS Pain. Sweat trickling through layers and layers of heavy equipment. Mud splattered on the helmets of each worn out player. Anticipation of approaching clash between two very determined teams. The feeling of football is everywhere. Falcon football players worked hard throughout the summer preparing for the 1985 season. Going to the gym three times a week during summer vacation to particiapte in a weight training program set up by Coach Wayne Hedden was part of the “ritual.” The Falcons started off the new season on August 11, 1985, the first official day teams could start practice. Wanting to be the first team on the field, the Falcons held practice at 12:01 a.m., inviting people from the community to come out and watch. Homecoming 1985 was played against one of the Falcons’ biggest rivals — the Union City Indians. The team was really fired up for this game. In the locker room before the game started, there was a silence as the players got ready to go out and warm up. After some of the players went outside, the remaining linemen left in the locker room were scat- tered out on the floor, staring at the ceiling, and thought about the game ahead. A few minutes later one heard the clicking of cleats as the players came down the stairs, the linemen got up and greeted the other players as they came in the door. The players gath- Coach Osborn ------- It was a very rewarding season. Most people did not expect us to do very well, but our team turned into one which ‘refused to be beaten!” ered and started chanting “BAP, BAP,” to get fired up for the game. The chanting silenced as Coach Osborn arrived and told the attentive team what it was going to take to beat Union City. Then, ready for the coming battle, the team lined up and ran onto the field. Overall, the young Falcon team finished with a winning record of six wins and four losses. Coach Osborn felt that if the team works hard all summer, next year’s team should be even better. by Rod Simmons and Jenny Hinshaw RECORD 5-4 WINCHESTER 5q SKSffim 'I mo Wmehester 33 Winchester E8SS 2°e SseST I l SaowN v Wes Dei vilie Sophomore Joe Fellers takes off with the football in search of a needed touchdown. Joe finished the season among the top five scorers. Working hard during warm-up, Andy Bush charges ahead. In his sophomore year, Andy finished as the number one pass interceptor. 92 ABOVE: Rushing down the field, Doug Bradbury weaves his way through the Hagerstown defense. As a senior, Doug wan honored as one of the two Outstanding Defensive Backs for the season. LEFT: Front Row: Andy Croyle, Todd Marker, Chris Webb, Todd Hollingsworth, Sky lor Fifcr, Brian Wagner. Matt Osborne, and John Mock. Middle Row: Steve Aukcr, Jerry Alexander, Chris Sayre, Andy Bush, Rod Cook, Lonnie Pascal, Chad Moore, A.J. Lasley, and Coach Wayne Hedden. Back Row: Jason Franke. Scott Hargrave, Joe Fetters, Chad Waltz, Doug Bradbury, Bill Davis, Chad Nuckols and Ernie Ashley. 93 Matmen Produce Champions ABOVE: Walking onto the mat is senior Rick Almonrodc. Rick wrestled heavy weight on the varsity level all year. Anticipation. For weeks he’s trained and conditioned for this match. He is part of a team, but he alone has to walk onto the mat. This is wrestling. This season was unusual with five freshmen on the varsity squad. The Falcons were victorious in nine matches and lost four. Senior Ron Rook was one of two wrestlers to break a school record. He had the most takedowns in a season with 41. The quick pin record for the 132 pound weight class was broken by Todd Gullett with a time of 17 seconds. The Falcons produced two county champs, Ron Rodeffer and Lonnie Paschal. In the Regional three wrestlers qualified from WC. Unfortunately, they were eliminated in tough first round action. TEC champs were Ron Rook, Shane Jones, and Lonnie Paschal. Lonnie also was a sectional champion. Senior Ron Rook summed up the RECORD 9-4 WINCHESTER Winchester Winchester SKSSS Sis Winchester -■ union g Winchester lnvitau°na h°wn Itself1 TEC 3rd Of 5 Sectional Da evi e MUNCiENORTH Lincoln WoNROE CENTRA Eastbrook Wes-Dcl Northeastern Union County UNION 31 19 season with, “The experience made a difference and the older people looked up to me more.” Only a wrestler knows the effort and time that goes into the sport. A Ron Rodeffer— “To win you have to have technique, and a little muscle doesn’t hurt.” wrestler must have technique to wrestle a good match and to win. by Patty Schweizer and Jenny Hinshaw ABOVE: Determination is written on the face of wrestler Ron Rodeffer. As a sophomore, Ron contributed throughout the year to the varsity squad. 94 LEFT ABOVE: Front Row: Ron Rodeffer, Ted Halcomb, Ray Richardson, Marion Aukcr, Ron Rook, and Todd Gullet. Second Row: Bob Brown, Jerald Shipley, Joe Ford, Darrell Barnes, David Beilis, Jeff Chalfant, Matt Hoover, and Ernie Ashley. Third Row: Coach Ron Anderson, Shane Jones, Lonnie Paschal, Rod Simmons, Brian Wagner, Rick Almonrodc, and Assistant Coach Kevin Jones. LEFT BELOW: Congratulating his opponent with a hug is Lonnie Paschal. Lonnie, as a junior, played an important role in the accomplishments of the team. BELOW: Showing his technique at the wrestling preview is senior Ron Rook. His leadership was a big factor in the victories this year. 95 Pounding feet approaching quickly from behind. Sweaty bodies fighting for possession of the loose ball. A shrill whistle from the exhausted referee is heard about the deafening roar of the crowd. The accusing arm of the referee is pointing at him. Sighing, his angry eyes look up to the ceiling, down to the floor, anywhere but over toward the seething bench full of players and the disappointed coach. This is basketball. Finishing the year with eight wins and thirteen losses, Winchester’s basketball team still managed an upswing at the end of the season, winning five of their last seven games. One major contributing factor to the end-of-season successes was the tremendous senior leadership displayed by Scott Beatty. Scott shouldered the burden of being the only senior on the team and averaged an impressive 19.6 points per game. A position on the all conference team was also filled by Scott along with other achievements. Leading rebounder for his junior year was Kevin Cox. He also received honorable mention in the Tri- Eastern Conference. Needed height under the goal was provided by junior Brent Baumgartner. Along with Brent, junior Todd Pegg saw a starting position in many varsity contests. The quickness of Todd and sophomore Joe Fetters often gave WC the extra advantage that resulted in victory. Sophomore Andy Bush pitched in and aided the team throughout the Scott Beatty— “I made my personal goals, but we fell short of our goal as a team.” varsity season. Also contributing to the action were sophomore Scott Hargrave and juniors Aaron Schafer, Ralph Wilson, and John Jackson who was out with an injury for part of the season. With most of WC’s talent returning next season, a successful season with experienced players is in sight, by Jenny Hinshaw and Jerry Elle-man ABOVE: Kneeling: Shane Girlon, Chris Welch, and Ryan Welch. Standing: Scott Beatty, Todd Pegg. Ralph Wilson, Aaron Schafer, Kevin Cox, Brent Baumgartner, John Jackson, Scott Hargrave, Joe Fetters, Jay Dodd, and Andy Bush. TOP: Showing the skill which helped him obtain the position of team captain is senior Scott Beatty. As the only senior player, Scott's leadership was a big factor in WC's victories this year. ABOVE: Concentrating on the game against Monroe Central is Ralph Wilson. Ralph was an asset to the varsity and junior varsity playing teams. % ' Winchester Winchester Winchester winchester Winchester winchester SEES?1 Winchester Winchester Winchester Winchester Winchester Winchester wSrTER « 2 winchester I6 winchester i9 RECORD 8-12 S fINcOEN JSESSS ? SJSrfSRr ■ Muncie North Union County MUNCIE SOUTH Monroe centra, MV COUNTY AL JMCERSTOVVN CENTER VILLF 1 yorktown ' 8URRIS 7 Lincoln 5 UALEVILLE 6. Northeastern 5: Wapahani 7 ? UnSPhS™ '- 59 LEFT: Leaping over his defender to put the ball in the goal is ACev n Co . ABOVE: Stuffing his opponent is Brent Baumgartner. Brent was a very valuable member of the team and has a promising future. ABOVE: Working very hard on keeping the team's statistics is Ryan Welch. Ryan was a very important part of the team, keeping scores and supplying the team members with needed supplies. R,!COR“ co TV 5® VJaPa at S Northeastern NSuFSTVR si Union lNSSsTt 4rnl N SSvS'fB «, W OND Winchester 39 uncreSoU «,:-rh � tet 42 vLn« County 32 69 59 33 wSch S « t 'T « NCHffE « „„,«C '� ' 26 Winchester 56 Union _ _tV 2 WlNtn1-; - Monroe %S5gS 42 tSSfe w nCHESTEK 24 VLe River ' uVSTER fn Center «j 4 R ue K'VC1 WinchesteTsTER 48 Center 'f SQXX tSSgS « BSJScrri «52S _ fi ££?-■ i inion City WlNCttr- 4A fsiortheasrt Us 1 Winchester 26 28 45 58 o ue Cenlf oh Southern 34 20 53 Dribbling To Success The roar of the crowd is like thunder as she steps up to the free throw line. The sweaty ball slips easily through her shaking fingers as she dribbles before the shot. Carefully, she aims for the shot, blocking out the intense rumble of the fans. She releases the ball. Its crucial flight seems to take years. Will she make the shot? This is the feeling of girls’ basketball. Success was the feeling this year at WC after the team finished its season with an outstanding record of sixteen wins and seven losses. Coach Steve Howell’s squad, which included three exceptional seniors, advanced as far as the Regional. One success story this season was senior Jill Symons. As a four year team member, Jill easily stepped in and gave needed leadership and skill. Her speed gave the team an added edge and sometimes made the difference in the game. Jill’s accomplishments this year included selection to the All-County, All-Conference, and the Eastern Indiana All-Star teams. Senior Charity Chalfant was another asset to the team. Toughing it out for four years gave her the endurance needed as she helped lead WC to its many victories. Height under the goal was given by Cristi Croyle. In her senior year, she often saw a starting position and exhibited much skill on the floor. Shannon Norris — “Basketball is hard work but it pays off in the end. Look what we did this year.” Talent from juniors Krista Campbell, Shannon Norris, and Jenifer Brown was displayed throughout the season. All three saw a lot of playing time and will no doubt be necessary parts of next year’s team. WC knew the feeling of success this year. And next year? With all of the returning talent, WC can look forward to a feeling of even greater success in the future, by Jenny Hinshaw and Jerry Elle-man TOP: With eyes on the scoreboard. Coach Howell plans his team’s next move. Success met this year’s leant as they advanced as far as the Regional. ABOVE: Frustration written on her face, sophomore Shuwnda Croyle eyes the crowd. Shawnda s determination contributed to the success of the team. 98 RIGHT: Concentration is the key as Charity Chalfant prepares to shoot a free throw. Senior leadership was shown by Charity in her fourth year of basketball. BELOW: Willing the ball into the hoop is Krista Campbell. Junior Krista saw a starting position often throughout the year. ABOVE: Kneeling: Shannon Norris, Shawnda Croylc, Jill Symons, and Krista Hendrickson. Standing: Coach Howell, Charity Chalfant, Krista Campbell, Cristi Croylc. Jenifer Brown, and Assistant Coach Missy Williams. ABOVE: Driving past her opponent is senior Cristi Croylc. Cristi provided needed height under the goal. 99 JV Shows Promise The feel of the leather basketball on his worn hands. The sweat burns through his eyes as he looks for someone to give the ball to. The seconds tick down. “One shot!” yells the coach. He looks at the clock. Three seconds. He takes the shot from about fifteen feet out. The ball makes a silent arc and . . . This is reserve basketball. Finishing the season with a 10-11 record, this year’s reserve team showed a lot of determination and Falcon pride. “Winning the Randolph County Tourney,” emphasized Coach A1 Williams, “was the highlight of the reserve team’s season this year.” Three teams were defeated by WC before this honor could be captured. Talent was displayed on the court by many players, ranging from junior Ralph Wilson to freshman J.W. Osting. The majority of the team, however, was made up of sophomores. One of the most outstanding players was sophomore Jamie Pegg. He led the team in scoring, free throw shooting, and assists. His hard work and leadership will pay off next year when he reaches the varsity level. Jason Franke and Marty Hardwick led the team in rebounding. Chad Waltz, along with Marty, was awarded most improved player. This year’s recipient of the Mental Attitude Award was Scott Hargrave. The reserve team’s efforts ended with success, even if the record Coach AI Williams — “Many young players gained valuable playing time this year which should help in the future.” shows otherwise. As the reserve players move up next year, the team will, as in the past, have to rely on new and developing talent. by Jenny Hinshaw and Tony Smithson RIGHT: Disappointment over that last play shows on Randy Acker's face. Sophomores like Randygaincd needed experience this year which will help in varsity play next year. ABOVE: Randy Acker, Jason Franke, Jamie Williams, Chris Webb, Coach At Williams, Marty Hardwick, Ralph Wilson, Scott Hargrave, and Jamie Pegg. RIGHT: Heading towards the action is freshman Dion Norris. Dion was among the top five scorers on the freshman team. 100 TOP RIGHT: J.W. Osting, Dion Norris, Jeff Lahcy, Mike Bradbury, Lonnie Gannom, Jamie Mills, Coach Brucckhcimcr, Greg War-vcl, Rob Heaton, Larry Cadwalladcr, Bruce Taylor, Scott Buriclson, Matt Welch, and Stacey James. BELOW RIGHT: Coach Al Williams gives his players some guidance during a time out. Although his squad fell short of a winning record, hopes for next year’s team arc still high. BELOW: Sophomore Jason Frankc takes a breather from reserve action. Jason was one of the team’s leading rebounders. BOTTOM: Observing the locker room scenery is freshman J. W. Osting. J. W. contributed to both the freshman and reserve teams. ut o $SSs Winches K c’h«,efTER 46 CHESTER if Winchester K 41 Xrls;: S 1 ches(frT£R CO' N f V Vvin .L. 5a .' Chester fester Z,nc icr Winchester ' Chester Winchester nchester 'nchesler Winchester RECORD 7-11 Union NEW°ZCen,r l EVV CASTLF yWON dry � 'on County Vcoc ,Rstoef ve '� � KTO� .v isa j OalcvjUc y w7peastern 2 Rah£HaNi m Another Season Brings . . . A Year Of Pride Straining eyes concentrate on the little white box on the backboard. Attention focuses on her as she slowly dribbles the ball. One last glance at the basket. Suddenly, the ball is released. It hits dead center in the white box, bounces lightly off the backboard, and ... This is girls’ junior varsity basketball. After finishing the year with a record of sixteen wins and three losses, it can be said that the junior varsity team represented the school well this year. Rightfully proud of her team, Coach Missy Williams was pleased with the integrity, willingness to play, and good sportsmanship that her girls possessed this year. Contributing heavily to the team’s success was sophomore Shannon Hartley. Because of her outstanding abilities, Shannon received an award for pulling down the most rebounds and the Mental Attitude Award. Freshman Sharine Allbee played an important part this year. She was recognized at the end of the season as the Most Valuable Player. Sophomore Lanie Manning had the best free throw percentage for the season. Freshmen Mary Ann Osborne, Pam Spade, Amy Cochran, Mary Ann Robinson, Julie Fox, Andrea Barnes, and Beth Shaffer helped out the team as did sophomore Shawnda Croyle and junior Natalie Tanner. Shannon Hartley — “It was a year of ups and downs, but we showed that we had a lot of character. When we were down, we would cheer right back up and fight hard to win.” Next year looks promising for WC. In addition to all of the returning players, WC’s coach will be able to mold a new group of girls into a typical WC team — a team of champions. by Jenny Hinshaw ABOVE: Getting ready to shoot the free throw is Natalie Tanner as Mary Ann Robinson and Beth Shaffer line up for the rebound. The young Falcons went on to upset the Union City Indians 42-19 with a homecourt advantage. 102 TOP: Cutting a piece of the net after winning the Sectional is Shannon Hartley. Shannon played junior varsity and also contributed to the varsity team. ABOVE: Celebrating after winning the Sectional is Sharine Allbce. As a freshman, Sharine played junior varsity and varsity; she has a fine future ahead of her. ABOVE: Back Row: Andrea Barnes. Shannon Hartley, Julie Fox, Coach Missy Williams, Sharine AIIbee, Beth Shaffer, and Shawnda Croylc. Front Row: Mary Ann Osborne, Pam Spade. Amy Cochran. Lanie Manning. Mary Ann Robinson, and Natalie Tanner. TOP LEFT:.V rs. Williams, girls’ junior varsity basketball coach, looks determined as she tries to convince the girls what to do. BOTTOM LEFT: Awards for outstanding work in junior varsity basketball were, SEATED: Shrine Allbcc, most valuable player; Shannon Hartley, most rebounds and mental attitude; and Lanie Manning, best free throw percentage. 103 WC’s Tracksters Have A . . . Strong Year At the start, a silence until the loud blast of the gun. Everyone’s cheering with cinders flying and the ground rumbling until the exciting feeling of the rope across his chest. This is boys’ varsity track. The boys’ track team finished its season with an impressive record of 7-3. Senior Andy Croyle led the team in points and qualified for the Sectional in three events — the 100, the long jump, and the 400 meter relay. Andy was followed by teammate Craig Sherwod, who qualified for the Sectional in the 3200. He was very impressive in the mile, running a career best of 4:47. Craig also competed in the 800. Craig was closely followed by Todd Hollingsworth, who ran the 110 meter high hurdles, competed in the long jump, and ran the 200 meter low hurdles. He qualified for the Sectional in the 400 meter relay. Being only a sophomore, but one Craig Sherwood — “I feel that the track team could have done better if we wouldn’t have had so many injuries.” of the team’s leaders, was Scott Hargrave. Scott pole vaulted and qualified for the Sectional in the high jump along with Geoff Williams. After being injured earlier in the year, Joe Fetters came back to run an 11.8 in the 100 and pole vaulted eleven feet. He also qualified for Sectional in the 400 meter relay, by Jerry Elleman ABOVE: Front Row: Lisa Bates. Ernest Ashley, Andy Thornburg. Ted Holcomb, Steve Bates, J.W. Osting. Middle Row: Thursa Halcomb, Pal Hummel, Ed Shaw. Craig Sherwood. Tony Smithson, Todd Hollingsworth, Andy Croyle. Scott Hargrave. Jarrelt Bales. Back Row: Assistant Coach Mr. Miles, Jason Frankc, Jamie Williams. Todd Shores, Brian Wagner, Lonnie Paschal, Geoff Williams. Joe Fetters, and Coach Mr. Williams. TOP: Pointing and directing his team mates is Mike Jones. Mike was a freshman and he ran the 100, long-jump, and 400 meter relay. ABOVE: Clearing the hurdle in the 110 meter high hurdles is Senior Todd Hollingsworth. Todd provided leadership for the team, and ran in the 400 meter relay and long-jumped. 104 {S rSTER :P n XE2F ,NcHESTER MESS 'nchestIr Tr‘-Eastern r Y Track JVf„P Record 7.3 5? Lincoln 78 L:n|L fr AfMfMS 51 «,? °n C°unty 54 ffAGERSTOVVN L n.on aty 14 «NTER v(u.E 4 Central 5 x, Ue R,Ver 1 Northeastern union 'EaStCrn Conference Meet____ Tie for 2nd 3rd 44 TOP: Getting ready to vault is ScoH Hargrave. Scott went on to clear 11 feet and he also won the high jump. ABOVE: Making a perfect exchange in the 400 meter relay is Andy Croyle (Right) and Joe Fetters (Left). Both Andy and Joe were major contributors to the team. ABOVE: Putting the lines on the track before a race is Coach Mr. Williams. Mr. Williams has coached for many successful years and has many more to look forward to. 105 ABOVE: Preparing to throw the discus is senior Tracy Sayers. Tracy broke the school record for the shot put this year. TOP: Giving it her all is freshman Dawn Conner. Dawn was one of many freshmen who participated in track this year. ABOVE: Looking dazed after her long jump attempt is senior Charity Chalfant. Charity's enthusiasm helped the team through its long season. 106 Lady Falcons Make . . . Strong Strides Muscles tense as she takes her position on the blocks. Her fingers dig into the black cinders. She is aware of the other runners’ presence next to her. Her eyes focus on the finish line as she awaits the starter’s gun. This is girls’ track. The girls’ track team finished its season with a 2-8 record. After four years of hard work, four senior girls came through to provide team leadership and some outstanding individual performances. Jill Symons, a Sectional qualifier in the 800 meters and the high jump, became a consistent winner for WC. Jill was awarded the Vince Guenther Athletic Award in addition to being named the team’s most valuable runner. The most improved award went to Tracy Sayers. Tracy broke the school shot put record, the Randolph County record, and the Tri-Eastern Conference record, while also be- coming the county and conference champion in that event. Charity Chalfant, a very “mental” person, was awarded the mental attitude award for the season. Charity was always willing to lend some helpful advice to the underclassmen on the team. Cristi Croyle brought that special leadership to the team that only Jill Symons —“We had lots of injuries to overcome, but I think everyone gave it their all.” a senior can have. Cristi competed in the shot put and discus, and became a consistent scorer. Despite being plagued by injuries, effort and leadership gave the WC girls’ track team something of which to be proud. by Tony Smithson and Jerry Elle-man TOP: Watching the discus soar away is senior Cristi Croyle. Cristi was a member of the track team for four years. ABOVE: Yawning as she waits to begin her race is senior Jill Symons. Jill's leadership as a four year trackster was valuable to the team. ABOVE: Standing: Shawnda Croyle, Charity Chalfant. Shawnda Barnes. Cristi Croyle. Tracy Sayers. Beth Shaffer, Sharine Allbce, Shcllie Shoopman, Jill Symons, and Jacinda Walters. Kneeling: Lisa Fouse, Dawn Conner, Mary Ann Robinson, Amy Wood. Kathy Wolfe. Andrea Barnes, Pam Spade, and Jennifer MarUell. Not Pictured: Coach Dallas Osting and Assistant Coach Karen Cockrum. 107 A Rebuilding Season Plagues Varsity Baseball Dust is in his eyes. His hand hurts from that last catch, but he can’t let it show. The smell of sweat and leather and grass is everywhere. He sees the pitcher deliver the ball, and readies himself to field it. With a crack of a bat he sees the tiny white object hurling itself toward him. This is baseball. The varsity baseball team finished the season with a record of ten and twelve. After starting off the season by tying South Adams, WC’s varsity baseball team had an up and down season. “I’m looking forward to next year because I’ve gained some valuable playing time this year, and I should be a lot better,” commented junior Brad Wagner. Leadership came in the form of Bill Davis and Todd Pegg. Both players were among the top hitters and pitchers. Bill, a four-year award winner, received the team’s batting award. Bill also continued to provide valuable leadership from the pitcher’s mound. Shane Clark won the’86 pitching award for his consistent strong performances. Although only a junior, Todd Pegg is currently being scouted by colleges. A strong pitching arm coupled with a consis- Coach Bill Bush — “This was a successful year in which we tried some new things that will benefit out program in future years.” tent bat make Todd a highly valuable player. Losing only four seniors, the varsity baseball team has a lot to look forward to. by Tony Smithson ABOVE: Todd Pegg fields a ball at a home game. Being an all-around player, Todd helped the team considerably this year. FRONT ROW: Andy Bush, Jamie Pegg, Todd Pegg, Cary Smith, Jay Dodd, Brad Wagner, and Shane Chalfant. STANDING: Coach Bill Bush, Doug Bradbury, Mark Kra-hulcc, Roger Hammer, Shane Clark, Bret Farmer, and Assistant Coach Roger Jeffers. TOP: Watching for signals while on the mound is Shane Clark. Shane won the varsity pitching award this year. 108 RECORD 10-12 WINCHESTER Winchester WINCHESTER WINCHESTER Winchester Winchester WINCHESTER Winchester Winchester Winchester WINCHESTER WINCHESTER Winchester WINCHESTER Winchester WINCHESTER Winchester WINCHESTER Winchester Winchester Winchester WINCHESTER Winchester TEC 5th of 7 13 SOUTH ADAMS 2 JAY COUNTY 3 Yorktown 8 Adams Central 2 UNION CITY 0 UNION CITY 11 Blue River 1 LINCOLN 4 COWAN 2 UNION COUNTY 13 Union County 14 Centerville 2 tri-high 10 Tri-High 3 WAPAHANI 11 Northeastern 0 UNION COUNTY 6 Union County 1 HAGERSTOWN 6 knightstown 2 KNIGHTSTOWN 9 Muncie Burris 2 RICHMOND TOP: Senior Bret Farmer warms game. The varsity team lost only ,hls ycar- ABOVE: Helping a a re.choU,is DougBraZ Do a four-year award this year h „ KOBer rtammer fields a ball: base. Roger was a valuable infieldcr th 109 RIGHT: Students “get rowdy” at the Drama Club dance. School spirit showed at school events such as dances. BELOW: Girls’ varsity basketball coach Steve Howell and Krista Campbell participate in a pep assembly. Spirit poured fourth at WC's pep sessions. BELOW RIGHT: Seniors pass the football at Fun and Games. Spirit carried the seniors to victory. no TOP LEFT: Getting in on. the action is Miss Bonni Rambaud. She wai one of the many teachers who weren’t afraid to show their spirit. TOP RIGHT: Bert Smiley and Krista Hendrickson display their “nerdiness” as part of a school spirit day. Several other brave students also dressed as nerds on the specified day. MIDDLE: Seniors toss those balloons with all their might during Fun and Games. Their spirited efforts resulted in a victory. BOTTOM: Students celebrate together after the girls' basketball team’s big win. Students showed spirit in their support of all athletic teams. Who Said Spirit Is Dead? Spirit? Some people think that WC has no spirit at all, but we’ve found some evidence that it does exist at WC. That’s right. Spirit is not dead. If we can have somewhat normal people dress up as nerds, have teachers yelling at pep sessions, and have rows of students tossing water balloons at each other, how can spirit be dead? When our girls’ varsity basketball team won Sectional, we showed our pride. If we can have girls give it their all, and have the whole student body stand behind them, how can spirit be dead? Even though our football team didn’t win the TEC, one could always see students watching the games. If we can have people standing in the rain to watch our underdog Falcons, how can spirit be dead? There is only one answer to these questions — spirit is not dead at WC. ill by Tony Smithson “A little dab’ll do ya!” Dramatic director Margo Varner and cast member Chris Welch pose for the camera before a performance of Bye Bye Birdie. Performance 114 Clubs With A Purpose 120 Events 128 Organizational Photos 130 J -IfJ. ■ WC Goes Rock-N-Roll With Drama Club Three wives?! Rock and roll stars at WC?! One might wonder what the heck is going on, but it’s the latest club at WC that’s causing some strange happenings around the school. It all started in the fall when the new English teacher, Miss Bonni Rambaud, announced that auditions for a fall play would be held. Students from every class came to try out for parts in Here Come the Brides. This original group of students became WC’s first Drama Club. The first order of business for the fledgling club was to put on a play. In the end, all of the hard work and sweat put into the production paid off. “It always amazes me that the kids who we have here with no acting experience can get up on stage and do such a good job,” was how Mrs. Margo Varner, an English teacher and veteran play-goer, described the Drama Club’s effort. After the success of the play, members of the club decided that it was time to elect officers to provide direction and leadership for this almost unknown club. Jill Symons was elected president, and Tom Armstrong, after a strong performance as the male lead in the fall play, was elected vice-president. Other officers were Tracy Smithson as secretary, and Tony Smithson as treasurer. Once the club had created an educational video for the Randolph County Developmental Center, it was a little low on funds, and was searching for new areas of challenge. While brainstorming on what to do next, two words came to mind — AIR BAND! Bands representing three county schools entered the first annual WCHS Drama Club Air Band Contest in hopes of taking home the $50 prize. The eventual winners were Don Beatty, Lynn Blankenship, and Todd Hollingsworth with their rendition of the Beach Boys’ “Surfin’ USA.” After surviving a year at WC, hopes are high for the Drama Club. All in all, 1986 provided a dramatic perspective for all of us. by Tony Smithson 114 ABOVE RIGHT: Reading a telegram in the fall play is Scott Frankc. Scott appeared in the hilarious supporting role of Bill Thompson. Here Come the Brides Cast: STANDING: Steve McCord, Sharon Beck, Todd Keys, Debbie VanDam, Gwynne Fields, Tony Smithson, and Sponsor Bonni Rambaud. SEATED: Michelle Hogg. Scott Frankc, Julie Chowning, Tom Armstrong, and Jill Symons. ABOVE LEFT: “Let’s go surfin’ now ... blasts the Beach Boys as Todd Hollingsworth. Don Beatty, and l.ynn BlankcnshipYip-sync in the Air Band contest. The trio picked up $50 for a first place finish. ABOVE RIGHT: Julie Chowning appears as Aunt Ellen Thompson in “Here Come the Brides. The rocking chair became a symbol of Aunt Ellen’s domestic personality. ABOVE: As vice-president and president of Drama Club, Tom Armtrong and Jill Symons make a “cute” couple onstage. Jill appeared as Madge Burns in “Here Come the Brides.” LEFT: Chomping on an apple on stage is Tom Armstrong. Tom became known as a terrible clown during rehearsals. SITTING: Amy Beck, Marta Neudccker, Christie Duncan, Diana Dennis, Nicole Whiting. and Dorrcy Cullum. STANDING: Rita Harrison, Carmen Smith, Angie Sayers, Valerie Ferguson, Heather Luedike. Stacey Fin- frock, Kim St. Myers, Mary Ann Robinson, and Jenny Cox. BEHIND: Jennifer MartzeU, Lena Herr, Crystal McCoy, Nancy Nordloh, Jonna Nordloh. Mary Evans, and Dawn Conner. FRONT ROW: Nancy Nordloh, Marcia Peters, Jennifer Martzcll, Kelli Cox, Linda Anderson, Mary Evans, and Kim St. Myers. SECOND ROW: Jonna Nordloh, Tracy Ward, Darla Caupp, Angie Huffman, Jodi Brad burn. Brad Wagner, Shari Spradling, Andrea Peters. Kim Luedike, Renee Burton, Lena Herr, Tasha Bunsold, Michelle Partin, and Dawn Conner. THIRD ROW': Cass Weatherhead, Aaron Thrash, Tina Hawley. Kim Partin, Dawn Gray, Tracey Long, Susan Bray, Steve Croylc, Ray Richardson, Crystal McCoy, Brian Lowe, Mike Short, Rory Helms, Shane Galligan, Holly Hartman, Jamie Mills, T.J. Phenis, Tom Lawrence, Lori Long. Ann Stevenson, and Gale Boolman. FOURTH ROW: Wendi Ritter, Marie Brady, Mark Edwards, Steve Bates, Jeff Edwards. J.C. Morrison, Matt McLaughlin, Todd Man-ing, Todd Keys, Derek Burton, J.W. Osting, Rob Croylc. Matt Welch, Shellic Shoopman, Julie Stuckey. Dan Better, Doug Phistner, Jarrell Bates, Tom Cox, Tom Baldridge, Cody Acrce. Greg Warvel. Mark Wray, Dave Ncsscl, Brian Rust, Steve McCord, and Jeff Chalfant. 116 Performers Find . . Rewards On Stage “Band takes a lot of hard work and dedication, but the rewards are well worth it,” commented junior band member Marcia Peters. One of the rewards she spoke of was receiving a second division rating at a concert band contest. Several bands competed in this event, but our band proved itself and placed well. The band also participated in the Freedom Days Festival in St. Louis in July after putting in many summer hours of hard work. Probably the highest honor for the year for the band was placing third in Class C competition at the State Band Contest in the fall. Band director Mr. Brad Roberts took his band to the Hoosier Dome in Indianapolis to compete against the top ten bands in the state in WC’s class. Drum majors Todd Keys and Bill Cook and head majorettes Christie Duncan and Diana Dennis led the group well throughout the year and were rightfully rewarded with this honor. Also very involved throughout the year some members of the choir traveled to New York City. In addition to this trip, choir members put in many hours of work on the musical. As junior Elizabeth Riddle explained, “The whole year sped by so fast, it seemed like musical was over before I knew it.” The choir performed in concerts during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. These concerts were free to the public and many people from the community turned out to view WC’s talented singers. The choir also sung at commencement. Many talented musicians and vocalists participate in band and choir. By displaying their talents, they bring attention and praise to WC. Andrea Peters, band member, summed up the future with, “Hopefully with the changes in leadership and ideas we should have a very productive year next year.” by Jenny Hinshaw TOP: Swing Choir member Terry Reiter per- ABOVE: Receiving sweaters for four year forms at the Music Festival. The band also membership in choir arc Amy Byrum, Karen participated in the festival. Haney, Gwynnc Fields, Sharon Beck, Becky Dillow, and Julie Chowning. ABOVE: Working on a sash before musical is choral director Mr. Charles Buckley. Mr. Buckley put in many hours of hard work on this year's musical. 117 WCHS Chorus Says . . . “Bye, Bye Birdie” Pony tails, bobbysocks, blue jeans, and an Elvis Presley look alike (in the guise of junior Bill Shepherd) took center stage in the Vocal Department’s twenty-second musical. Bye, Bye Birdie. Junior Terry Retter played Conrad Birdie’s manager, and senior Sharon Beck played Rose Alvarez, Albert’s girlfriend. Other leads included senior Julie Chowning as Albert’s over-protective mother Mae, and senior Becky Dillow starred as Mrs. MacAfee. Junior Joni Jackson played Kim MacAfee, the lucky teenaged girl who receives “One Last Kiss” from Birdie before he is inducted into the Army. Chris Welch, also a junior, starred as Mr. MacAfee, Kim’s nervous father, who wasn’t sold on “Kids” and all their rock and roll. Fifth grade student Brent Watkins played Randolph, the rather precocious younger MacAfee child. The musical featured a unique jungle-gym type set for “The Telephone Hour,” a musical gossipy interchange among several members of the teen chorus. Michelle Hogg played Ursula, Kim’s over-active teen friend. by Shane Fruit RIGHT: Kim MacAfee, played by Joni Jack-son. anxiously awaits a telephone call. LEFT: Hello? Hello? Hello? Telephone Hour is a gossip interchange among members of the teen chorus. ABOVE: Giving Albert, played by Terry Reiter, motherly advice is Julie Chowning, who portrayed Mac, his mother. 118 LEFT: Looking flattered by all the attention she is getting is Sharon Beck. Sharon played the character of Rose Alvarez and successfully displayed her vocal talent. BELOW LEFT: Terry Reiter, who played Albert Peterson, looks perturbed. Terry put in many hours and his dedication helped make the musical a success. ABOVE RIGHT: Singing his heart out is Conrad Birdie, played by Bill Shepherd. Bill's role was one that other guys envied because he was the idol of the girls in the musical. LEFT: Mr. and Mrs. MacAfcc, played by Chris Welch and Becky Dillow, face still another problem. Even though they played adults, Chris and Becky managed to have as much fun as any “kid could have. 119 Winchester Community Lends . . . A Helping Hand New uniforms can be purchased. Gifts can be given at the after-prom dance. Yearbook staffers can attend summer workshops. Students can travel to another country. All of this is above and beyond the duties of the school, but where does it come from? Community support helped Winchester Community High School in many ways during 1986. From the athletic and band boosters to donations from individuals and community organizations, Winchester community supported its high school. For years the band and athletic boosters have lent a helping hand to our school, and they came through once again in 1986. Band boosters helped to fund the band’s trip to St. Louis, as well as hosting the district band contest. Individual “band moms” lent their time and effort to give a hand to the members of the band. The athletic boosters helped out in many ways this year. A new video system was purchased for use by the athletic department. As usual, many new uniforms were purchased for the various athletic teams. All in all, 1986 proved that Winchester really does have a community high school, by Tony Smithson 120 ABOVE: Helping out at the athletic boosters chili supper are Mr. and Mrs. Leon Fetters. Mrs. Sheila Alexander, and Mr. Dana Cox. The athletic boosters provided much needed equipment this year. TOP RIGHT: Maria Ccsnik, a native Brazilian, provided the meal for the Spanish Club Senior Honor Night. LEFT: Mr. Roger Grimm and Supt. Gary Keesling discuss important educational issues. Area merchants helped out WC in many ways this year. LEFT: Wick's Pies display its wares at the Chamber of Commerce Community Dinner. Wicks was extremely helpful when the call for assistance was put out at prom time. ABOVE: Serving coffee at the Chamber of Commerce Community Dinner is Tracy Sayers. The Chamber of Commerce provided the FBLA with a money-making project. 121 % FBLA Gives WC A Reason Proud Involvement. Leadership. Service. All of these things are vital to the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). One of our strongest and most active organizations, FBLA involves over 130 of WC’s students. The one requirement for membership is that the person has been or currently is enrolled in a business course. Over the years, FBLA members have brought honors to WC. Sixteen students have placed in the top ten at the National Leadership Conference. Service is also important to our chapter. Community service activities have included hosting the Chamber of Commerce awards dinner, participating in an all-school canned To Be food drive, and sponsoring a type-a-thon, dances, and a sweet shop with proceeds going to the Statue of Liberty. Leadership has been displayed by-several members this year. Senior A.J. Lasley received First at State for Mr. Future Business Leader, third for Who's Who in FBLA, and was awarded the Indiana FBLA Scholarship. Senior Angie Huffman, WC Chapter president, was awarded third at State for Ms. Future Business Leader. The emphasis placed on these and other personal and professional qualities has made FBLA the organization it is today. WC can be proud of its chapter for providing students a “Key to Success. by Jenny Hinshaw ABOVE RIGHT: Serving still another cup of coffee as Chris W clch looks on is Heike Cock-erill. Both of them helped make the Chamber of Commerce dinner a success. RIGHT: Senior Kathy Hudson and custodian Marion Card show off those winning smiles. The festive twosome clowned around at the FBLA Christmas party 122 BELOW: Working hard at his task is senior A.J. I.aslcy. A.J. served as State Parliamentarian this year. BOTTOM LEFT: Chatting away after the rush of the Chamber of Commerce dinner is Stacey Nance. She served as a state officer this year. 123 WC Students Show They Care Many students at WCHS were concerned with the welfare of others, not only in Winchester, but in far away countries. One way they chose to convey their concern was by joining the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Fellowship of Christian Students, and Students Against Driving Drunk. FCA helped others by having a food basket for a family. They also sponsored a child from Guatemala. There were about twenty members in FCA, who met approximately twice a month. Half of the participants were involved in a Big Brother Little Brother program at Morton Elementary. Youth Explosion, which has been a successful program in the past few years, was a project of FCA. The purpose of FCA was to confront the athletes as well as the coaches with the challenge of living a Christian life in athletics and in school. FCS was also a Christian-oriented organization. It provided a place for Christian students to meet and talk. Anyone who wanted to join could. Lurena Hendrickson was the leader of FCS. The group held about one meeting a week. To alert young people about the dangers of driving while under the influence of alcohol was SADD. SADD, a nation-wide organization, wanted young people to know and realize the dangers and seriousness of the crime of drinking and driving. The organization sponsored a county-wide New Year’s Eve dance. Sponsor Mrs. Weigand hoped that this tradition will be continued. SADD also conducted awareness days, especially around prom and graduation times. Angie Huffman was president of SADD, with Chad Moore as vice-president. Jodell Hendrickson served as secretary, and DeAnn Bickel worked in public relations. Michelle Hogg was education committee chairman, and Jill Symons was speakers committee chairman. FCA, FCS, and SADD have done so much to help the community become a better place to live in, proving once again that students who get involved in helping others do make a difference, by Patty Schweizer ABOVE: Running for WC is Jill Symons. Jill was involved in many sports and FCA as well. 124 TOP LEFT: Jodcll Hendrickson is an active member in both SADD and FCS. TOP RIGHT: Todd Hollingsworth clowns around during class. Todd was a member of FCA this year. ABOVE: Studying hard is an FCS member, Todd Shores. LEFT: The president of FCS was Rena Hendrickson. Rena was also an active member of SADD. 125 126 ABOVE RIGHT: Jenifer Brown drinks still another Coke as seniors Jeff Hinshaw and Charity Chalfant enjoy the Senior Banquet. Jeff and Charily, both four year Spanish Club members, were honored at the end of the year. FAR RIGHT: Concentrating on the speaker is Christy Slarbuck. As a junior Christy was active in Spanish Club. RIGHT: French Club member Kevin Pugh looks bored in class. Kevin, as a junior, was active in many other organizations. BELOW RIGHT: Working hard in Spanish class is junior Michelle Hogg. Michelle was elected to the position of president of Spanish Club for her senior year. BELOW. Freshman Tina Hawley, French Club member, is working hard for her class. Tina also worked hard for the organizations she belonged to this year. ABOVE RIGHT: Senior Tracy Smithson looks enthusiastic at the Spanish Club Banquet. Tracy was also enrolled in French class this year. ABOVE LEFT: French Club member Stacy Nance looks on in disbelief. As a junior she was active in several organizations. Unique Clubs Provide A “Language Experience” What makes the experience of being in a language club unique? All during the year, busy garcons and filles scurried around initiating new members and promoting the French Department for the huge upcoming classes. Promotion involved going to Morton on Fridays to teach students the basics of the language. Money-making projects included candy sales and sponsoring a dance. As a special service, the French Club provided val-o-grams again this year. The Spanish Club found that money makes the world go ’round and enables students to travel the world as they prepared for a trip to Mexico next year. Members set the trip as their number one priority and strove to finance the event. Although candy sales fell from past successes, they served their purpose and by sponsoring a dance and selling buttons, the Spanish Club attained the needed funds for this year. Spanish Club also stressed the importance of learning a foreign language for future use. Although the clubs’ goals were somewhat different this year, students strove with the same persistence to involve more classmates in the “language experience.” by Elizabeth Riddle 127 Having a good time at prom is Diana Dennis. Many seniors enjoyed prom as one of the last events before commencement, of dollars this year. ABOVE: Prom King runner-up Todd Hollingsworth escorts Queen runner-up Angela Huffman on the grand march. Second runners-up for King and Queen were Rick Mosicr and Amy Detro. TOP: Enjoying an evening at prom are Joni Jackson, junior class treasurer, and John Jackson. Prom cost the junior class hundreds 128 TOP: Junior class president Amy Wood welcomes guests and dedicates the prom to the class of 1986. Juniors put in endless hours working on the prom. ABOVE: After the prom is over, Scott Beatty and Heather Lucdikc malcc their exit. Most prom-goers used the time between prom and after-prom to change into “something casual.” RIGHT: Chuck Richardson and Andrea Peters, and Chris Welch and Betsy Hoover pose for the camera before the grand march. Numerous couples opted to double with another couple for prom. More Than Just . . . A Touch Of Class Chauffered limousines dropped their passengers at the doors. Inside, guests are announced as they are led to their tables. Bubbly punch flows into long stemmed glasses to refresh the weary prom-goers. This evening radiates class. The 1986 Winchester Community High School Junior-Senior Prom had more than just a touch of class. The class showed through from the sparkling decorations to the replica of the Brooklyn Bridge at the entrance. The theme of “A Touch of Class” seemed quite appropriate for this evening. Class sponsor Mrs. Longnecker said, “I was really proud of how well everything turned out. It was a lot of work, but I think it was well worth the effort.” WC’s prom-goers behaved in a way which was quite fitting to the classy theme. “Prom is probably the only time all year that everyone gets dressed up and tries to stay out of trouble,” commented junior class president Amy Wood. Prom, lasting from nine to midnight, was followed by the afterprom party, sponsored by area merchants and junior parents. A more relaxed atmosphere prevailed at the after-prom dance, with music provided by Skyline. The band played a large selection of current pop-rock songs at both the prom and after-prom. The sophomore class was once again given the privilege of cleaning up after the prom. “It wasn’t too bad to clean up, but next year we’ll have a better idea of what we’re doing, stated sophomore class vice-president Jamie Williams. Prom can be placed with many of the best memories of a high school student’s years there, and the 1986 prom will provide a classic memory for years to come, by Tony Smithson 129 Cause To Celebrate . . . It’s Over! Four years of hard work ended in a cloud of black and white as the 1986 graduates triumphantly tossed their caps into the air. Against the specific instructions of Principal Nyle Fox, seniors swept off their caps as one at the lead of class president A.J. Las-ley. It seemed only fitting that the class, struggling together through four tough years, would end their high school careers this way. The sense of unity displayed by the seniors in their “last fling” was present throughout the commencement exercises. From the invocation given by Student Council member Jane Zell to Sharon Beck’s salutatory address on friendship, a feeling of togetherness came from the black and white checkerboard of students who were intent on each speaker. Reverend Keith Wooden, one of those speakers, delivered the baccalaureate sermon. As class secretary Lisa Hers-berger reviewed the last four years in the class history, memories sparked in the minds of graduates as well as those present in the audience. Long forgotten activities and friendships were remembered, bringing tears to many eyes. For the valedictory address, Todd Keys spoke about goals. At the conclusion of his speech, diplomas were presented. Cameras flashed and applause and cheers streamed down to the floor as each senior stepped forward to receive the long-awaited diploma. After each of the 124 students received a diploma, tassles on caps were moved and in an instant, caps were thrown high. Soon the crowd dwindled away. Graduates remained, giving last minute hugs and best wishes. After four long years, the class which entered high school together as scared freshmen departed the Fieldhouse as graduates — together, by Jenny Hinshaw TOP RIGHT: Valedictorian Todd Keys poses with the helicopter which traveled to WC to film him. In addition to leading his class academically with a grade point average of 10.89, Todd was also a leader in many other areas of school. RIGHT: Smiling with satisfaction, Mark Kc-ever receives his diploma. Mark, along with other seniors, felt relief after his four years of hard work. 130 TOP: Seniors celebrate their graduation by hurling their caps into the air. For some seniors, graduation from high school meant the end of school, for many, it meant the beginning of advanced learning. ABOVE: Doug Phistner, Mark Kcover, and A.J. Lasley take a moment to visit with their classmates and friends before commencement. FAR LEFT: Sharon Beck achieved her Salu-tatorian ranking through hard work and dedication to studying. In addition to academics, Sharon was also involved with extracurricular and community activities. LEFT: Overcoming paralysis and a broken neck from a swimming accident, John Mar-quessstill worked to graduate with his original class. 131 FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES, FRONT ROW: Sponsor Bill Bush, Lanic Manning. Kelli Loyd. Jenifer Brown, Samantha Girton, Jill Symons, and Sponsor Wayne Hedden. SECOND ROW: Shelly Starbuck, Krista Hendrickson, Michelle Hogg, Christie Duncan, Mia Moon, and Shannon Hartley. THIRD ROW: John Jack-son, Don Beatty, Andy Bush, Scott Beatty, Todd Hollingsworth, and Tony Smithson. INTERDISCIPLINARY COOPERATIVE EDUCATION, MORNING AND AFTERNOON, ABOVE LEFT, FIRST ROW: Kathy Norton, Connie Chiplcy, Tracy Rawlins, Amy Byrum, and Coordinator Nancy Chalfant. SECOND ROW: Bill Davis, Andrea Hawkins, Doug Bradbury, Krista Comer, and Brenda Lovell. ABOVE RIGHT, FIRST ROW: DeAnn Bickel, Tracy Rawlins, Mar-lena Sanders, Rosie Arredondo, Amy Byrum, and Coordinator Nancy Chalfant. SECOND ROW: Gwynnc Fields, Merri Williams, Christie Fox, Kathy Hudson, and Angie Harney. THIRD ROW: Roger Hammer, Chris Smiley, Skylor Fifer, Rick Mosicr, Dan Stephens, and Geoff Rittenhouse. LIBRARY ASSISTANTS. FRONT ROW: Librarian Polly Roberts, Mary Evans, Becky Dillow, Tonya Thompson, Andrea Peters. Karen Haney, Amy Byrum, and Assistant Li- brarian Helen Gartley. SECOND ROW: Jonna Nordloh, Don Beatty, Krista Campbell, and Shannon Norris. 132 HEALTH CAREERS CLUB, FIRST ROW: Sponsor Bettie Schafer, Michelle Hogg, Lisa Campbell, Christie Duncan, Julie Stuckey, Jill Symons, and Sponsor Wilma Hahn. SECOND ROW: Mary Brumfield, Cari Shaw, Cristi Croyle, Jenny Hinshaw, and Hcike Cockerill. THIRD ROW: Christy Starbuck, Mia Moon, Gwen Furby, and Shannon Hartley. GUIDANCE OFFICE HELPERS, SEATED: Shannon Antrim. Jodcll Hendrickson, Cristi Croyle, Amy Jennings, and Tracy Sayers. STANDING: Christy Cox, Kevin Cox, Rory Helms, School Nurse Wilma Hahn. Guidance Counselor Beverly Jones, Guidance Secretary Michelle McNees, and Guidance Counselor Bruce Oswalt. ATHLETIC OFFICE HELPERS: Amy Wood, Bret Farmer, Athletic Director Kellie Stephen, Jacinda Walters, and Jill Symons. MAIN OFFICE HELPERS, SEATED: Jenny Cox, Christie Duncan, Lisa Hersberger, Debbie Crain, and Julie Stuckey. STANDING: Shane Fruit, Angie Huffman. Secretary Karen Peters, Stacey Nance, Secretary Chris Stewart, and Charity Chalfant. 133 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, NEW MEMBERS, FRONT ROW: Amy Byrum. Bill Cook, Bret Farmer, Kathy Norton, Tracy Smithson, Cody Acree, Linda Anderson, Dave Beilis, Mark Edwards, Kay Johnson, Wendy Ritter, Tony Smithson, Christy Star-buck, and Jana Barnes. SECOND ROW: Principal Nylc Fox, Sponsor Beverly Jones, Tina Beck, Jeff Chalfant, Heike Cockerill, Shane Galligan, Shannon Hartley, April Hersberger, Jenny Hinshaw, Kelli Loyd, Matt Osborne, Andrea Peters, Shelly Starbuck, Debbie VanDam, Jacinda Walters, Jamie Williams, and Sponsor Karen Cockrum. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, CONTINUING MEMBERS, FRONT ROW: AJ Laslcy, Angela Huffman, Julie Stuckey, Tammy Keys, Todd Keys, Mike Short, Michelle Hogg, Lurena Hendrickson, Brian Lowe, Julie Chowning, and Bill Davis. SECOND ROW: Principal Nylc Fox, Sponsor Karen Cockrum, Sharon Beck, Jeff Hinshaw, Joni Hinshaw, Jerry Alexander, Daniel Edwards, Jodell Hendrickson, Marcia Peters, Brad Wagner, Christie Duncan, Rory Helms, and Sponsor Beverly Jones. SADD OFFICERS, FRONT ROW: Chad Moore, Angie Huffman, and Jodell Hendrickson. SECOND ROW: DeAnn Bickcl, Sponsor Renee Weigand, Jill Symons, and Michelle Hogg. CLASSROOM CADETS. FRONT ROW: Becky Dillow, Sharon Beck, Todd Keys, Cari Shaw, and Tonya Rcttcr. SECOND ROW: Joni Hinshaw, Andy Bush. Tony Green, and Tony Hammer. THIRD ROW: Angie Shank, Marqctta Sanders, AJ Lasley, and Todd Hollingsworth. FOURTH ROW: Sandy Riley, Drema Mallory, Shawnda Barnes, and Jana Barnes. FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA, JR-SR MEMBERS: FRONT ROW: Sponsor Karen King, Ray Young, Chris Welch, Kathy Hudson, Angie Harney, Kim St. Myers, Rory Helms, Don Beatty, Krista Campbell, Shannon Norris, Jane Zell, Rosie Arredondo. Christy Cox, and Charity Chalfant. SECOND ROW: Jennifer Brown. Christy Starbuck, Cody Acree, Shane Fruit, Shari Spradling, Tracy Sayers, Jill Symons, Kellie Bryant, Jodcll Hendrickson, Hope Ford, Lisa Hartsock, and Amy Byrun. THIRD ROW': Chad Moore, Tracy Ward, Mark Edwards, Wendy Ritter, Tracey Long, Cristi Croylc, Amy Jennings, Karen Haney, Christie Fox, Gwynne Fields, Julie Chowning, Geoff Rittenhouse, and Barbie Beals. FOURTH ROW: Bret Farmer, Roger Hammer, Doug Phistner, Bill Cook, Christie Duncan, Tammy Keys, Debbie Crain, Jonna Nordloh, Mary Evans, Chris Smiley, Rick Mosier, Dan Stephens. Tony Hammer, and Bob Peden. FIFTH ROW: Tony Green, Mary Ann McCoy, Jenny Daly, Mia Moon, Dave Lawson, Mark Keever, Tom Armstrong, Dec Cochran, Tonya Meeks, Drema Mallory, Tracy Rawlins, Traci Kelley, Sandy Riley, Kim VanDuyn, Lisa Bates, and Thursa Halcomb. FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA, SOPH.-FR. MEMBERS: FRONT ROW: Lanie Manning, Jacinda Walters, Shannon Hartley, Gwen Furby, Heike Cockerill, Missy Bowers, and Kelli Loyd. SECOND ROW: John Rhinehart, Stacey James, Dion Norris, John Beals, Alicia Coffman. Angie Simmons, and Betsy Hoover. THIRD ROW: Stacey Finfrock, Shelly Star-buck, Scott Hargrave, Trish Nuckols, Jamie Williams, Shane Galligan, Lisa Fousc, and Shay Holiday. FOURTH ROW: Kelli Cox, Marcella Gibson, Angie North, Tasha Bun-sold. Kim Luedike, Susan Beilis, Jenny Hin-shaw, and April Hcrsbergcr. FIFTH ROW: Valerie Ferguson, Tina Gunter, Angie Sayers, Cindy Landers, Laura Martin, Tina Beck, Sherrie Rctz, and Jodie Bradburn. FRENCH CLUB, FRONT ROW: John Jackson, Cari Shaw, Julie Stuckey, Kim St. Myers, Shari Spradling, Stacey Nance, and Sponsor Laura Northcutt. SECOND ROW: Stacy Marquess, Andrea Barnes, Tracy Sayers, Renee Burton, Steve McCord, Aaron Thrash, and Screta Stevens. THIRD ROW: Jeff Miller, Daniel Thornburg, Shawn McKibbin, Jerald Shipley, Fred Lemon, John Mitchell, and Bobbi Fine. FOURTH ROW: Chad Malkey, Linda Anderson, Michelle Par-tin, Brad Stonerock, Matt Osborne, Jason Franke, and Don Beatty. FIFTH ROW: Rick Almonrode, Jason Brown, Kevin Pugh, Tina Frills, Pam Spade, Carmen Smith, Tina Hawley, April Trissel, Trish Nuckols. MODEL LEGISLATURE. FIRST ROW: Kelli Singer, Tina Beck, Tracy Sayers, Julie Stuckey, and Renee Burton. SECOND ROW: Sponsor Doris Huber, Shane Rhcin-hart, Jill Symons, Mia Moon, Mike Short, Todd Keys, and Sponsor Sonda Hawley. CONCERT CHOIR, FIRST ROW: Tracey Fisher, Sharon Beck, Lori Lowrance, Michelle Hogg, Thursa Halcomb, Bill Cash, Terri Retter, Rob Schrocdcr, Mike Hall, Traci Kelley, Joni Jackson. Rachclie Bogard. SECOND ROW: Renee Burton, Jana Barnes, Tonya Retter, Cindy Johnson, Becky SWING CHOIR. KNEELING: Kevin Pugh, Ernie Ashley, Ralph Wilson, Bill Shepherd, Chris Welch, Terry Retter, and Chuck Richardson. STANDING: Rachelle Bogard, Becky Dillow, Lori Lowrance, Joni Jackson, Gwynne Fields, Kay Johnson, Sharon Beck, Julie Chowning, and Michelle Hogg. Jackson, Ryan Welch. Fred Lemon, Marion Aukcr, April Hersbergcr, Kelli Singer, and Tina Beck. THIRD ROW: Julie Chowning, Amy Byrum, Karen Haney, Cindy Landers, Tonya Ervin, Kevin Pugh, Shane Girton, Bill Corn, Betsy Hoover, Gwynne Fields, and Becky Dillow. FOURTH ROW: Lisa Burge, Tonya Meeks, Kay Johnson, Candy Schrocdcr, Tonya Thompson, Chris Welch, Bill Shepherd, Chuck Richardson, Ernie Ashley, Jodell Hendrickson, Jenifer Brown, and Lurcna Hendrickson. FIFTH ROW: Ron McCoy, Gary Study, Ralph Wilson, and Ben Hendrickson. FRESHMEN GIRLS’ CHORUS, FIRST ROW: Marcia Hall, Carrie Pflastcrcr, Tammy Boyatt, Denae Stonerock, and Stacey Marquess. SECOND ROW: Joan Rincs, Christy Hall, Beth Cox, Kristi Ashley. THIRD ROW: Mary Ann Robinson, Heather Landess, Sue Calhoun, and Ann Stephenson. FOURTH ROW: Crystal Bow, Beth Shaffer, Aimee Jackson, Rickie Walling, and Kris Bradburn. 136 SPANISH CLUB, SR-JR MEMBERS, FRONT ROW: Rena Hendrickson, Todd Keys, Michelle Hogg, Charity Chalfant, Lori Lowrance, Bill Cook, and Jeff Hinshaw. SECOND ROW: Alan Orr, Tracy Ward, Natalie Tanner, Becky Jackson, Joni Jackson, Ra-chclle Bogard, Shannon Antrim, Samantha Girton, and Thursa Halcomb. THIRD ROW: Cathy Bogard, Tonya Meeks, Sharon Beck. Tammy Smith, Jill Symons, Tony Smithson, Ed Shaw, and Tracy Fisher. FOURTH ROW: Joni Hinshaw, Diane Dennis, Marcia Peters, Jenifer Brown, Krista Campbell, Laura Seibcr, Tracy Smithson, Jerry Alexander, Shawnda Barnes, Tonya Thompson, and Tom Armstrong. FIFTH ROW: Ray Young, Mark Edwards, Tracy Long. Wendy Ritter, Christy Starbuck, Kim Vanduyn. Rosie Arredondo, Mary Evans, Jonna Nordloh, Gwynne Fields, and Julie Chowning. SPANISH CLUB. SOPH-FR MEMBERS, FRONT ROW; Christy Ashley, Angie North, Kathy Wolfe, Susan Beilis, Tina Beck, Sponsor Patty Knasinski, Debbie VanDam, Hcikc Cockcrill, Julie Fox, Heather Lennington, Jeff Chalfant, and Todd Shores. SECOND ROW: Beth Cox, Kelly Chalfant, Dawn Gray, Shelly Sells, Jamie Brady. Jennifer Smith, Nancy Jessup, Stacey Young, Mary Robinson, Jacinda Walters, Shelly Starbuck, Kelli Cox, and Dorey Cullum. THIRD ROW: Shane Chalfant, Shannon Hartley, Andrea Peters, Jenny Hinshaw, April Hersbcrger, Kelli Loyd, Alisha Coffman, Missy Bowers, Holly Hartman, Jennifer Martzell, Lisa Fousc, Marie Brady, Marta Neudeckcr, and Kim Swanagan. FOURTH ROW: Kristina Rittcnhousc, Carrie Pflastcrcr, Susan Bray, Gale Boolman, Lena Herr, Dawn Cortner, Beth Shaffer, Nicki Whitting, Darrell Barnes, RobGoodhew, Brad Carney, Nancy Nordloh, and Darla Caupp. FIFTH ROW: Juan Nunez. Jamie Williams, Shane Galligan, Tony Grow, Dave Baldridge, Andy Thornburg. Jenny Cox, Andrea Johnson Brian Wright, Ron Reitcnour, Brian Rust, Joe Ford, Ray Richardson, and Mark Wray. STUDENT COUNCIL, FRONT ROW: Lisa Moore, Tammy Keys, Jane Zell, Christy Cox, and Sponsor Nancy Chalfant. SECON D ROW: Andrea Barnes, Jenny Cox, Lena Herr, Todd Keys, Ron Reitcnour, and Joe Ford. THIRD ROW: Scott Hargrave, Joni Hinshaw, Shannon Antrim, and Cody Acree. FOURTH ROW: Stacey Nance, John Jack-son, Matt Osborne, and Shawnda Croyle. FIFTH ROW: Andy Bush, Todd Hollingsworth, Scott Franke, Jacinda Walters, and Missy Bowers. DRAMA CLUB. KNEELING: Beck Ditlow, Michelle Hogg, Debbie VanDam, Julie Chowning, Sharon Beck, and Gwynne Fields. SEATED: Pam Spade, Dee Cochran, Kim Swanagan, Jill Symons, and Sponsor Bonni Rambaud. STANDING: Tony Smithson, Tina Beck, Tracy Smithson, Tom Armstrong, Chris Welch, Tom Cox, Steve McCord. Jeff Miller. Scott Franke, Patty Schwcizer, Todd Keys, and TJ Phenis. 137 FAR RIGHT: Principal Nylc Fox demonstrates his winning smile which was ready for many WC students. RIGHT: Assistant principal David Gibson must remain stern as he disciplines WC’s “troublemakers. ’ BELOW RIGHT. CENTRAL OFFICE SECRETARIES. SEATED: Irma Wysong. STANDING: Betty Howell. Rcita Durbin. and Sheila Osborne. BELOW RIGHT, CUSTODIAL STAFF: Bob Wasson, Marion Card. Frank Addington, and Martha Hunt. Not pictured: Leon McCord BELOW, SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS, SEATED: Leon Fetters, Ilona Cockcrill, and Dana Cox. STANDING: Superintendent Gary Keesling. Stan Hendrickson, Keith Woodbury, and Assistant to the Superintendent Walt Zebrun. LEFT, HIGH SCHOOL SECRETARIES, SEATED: Chris Stewart. STANDING: Karen Peters, Michelle McNccsc, and Connie Hogg ABOVE, CAFETERIA STAFF: Norma Harris, Martha Cash, Janice Bates, Fac Spra-dling, Mary Jane Cochran, Ruby Bragg. ABOVE MIDDLE: SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS: Gwen Furby, Debbie VanDam, Jason Frankc, Jamie Williarps, Sponsers Laura Northeutt, and Ivan Flaugh. ABOVE: FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS: Sponsor, Karen Cockrum, Heather Lennington, Steve McCord, Sponsor Wayne Hedden, Mark Ray, Kelly Chalfant, and Sponsor Delores Halley. LEFT: SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Lisa Hersberger, A.J. Laslcy, Christie Croyle, and sponsors, Debbie Swift and Sanford Brucck-heimer. BELOW: JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Kneeling: Shannon Norris, Joni Jackson, Amy Wood, and Jodell Hendrickson. Standing are Sponsors Holly Roberts, Laren Fa-bert, and Nikki Longneckcr. ABOVE: NEWSPAPER STAFF, FRONT: Don Beatty. Dee Cock ran, Lisa Hersberger. Tracy Smithson. BACK: Shannon Norris. Rod Simmons, Christy Cox. 139 FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA, FRONT ROW: Kelly Chalfant. Mar-lena Sanders, Mcrri Williams, Diane Dennis, Cathy Bogard, Mary Ann McCoy, Shay Holliday. Cheryl Day, Drcma Mallory, Shawnda Barnes, Sponsor Mrs. Terrell, Julie Fox, Jenny Cox. and Rita Harris. SECOND ROW: Heather Landess, Kim Haines, Aimce Jack-son. Andrea Johnson, Luisa Moon, Jamie Bradburn, Annette French, Cindy Bradburn, Tonya Coning, Tammy McClish, Dawn Sanders, Sherry Hopkins. Patty Ashley, Sherry Retz, Tonya Meeks. THIRD ROW: Nina Jones, Jennifer Martzell, Holly Hartman, Heather Luedikc, Kim Reynolds, Joey Poling, Cheryl North. Stacey Branum, Anisa Moystner, Sandy Riley. Kim VanDuyn, Scr-cta Stevens, Mindy Bradburn, Cindy Landers, Lisa Wiley. FOURTH ROW: Tammy Padgett, Laura Wasson, Susan Bray, Tina Beck, Asha Jenkins, Shannon Fisher, Jeanne McCoy, Pam Spade, Sharon Beck, Traci Kelley, Jodi Bradburn, Andrea Barnes, Joann Rines. DeAnn Bickel, and Sherri McDavid. FIFTH ROW: Tracy Rawlins, Mia Moon, Jenny Daly, Mary Brumfield, Angie Sayers, Dec Cochran, Mona Hinshaw, Kim Swanagan, Shawn Mastcrson, Dawn Frazier, Crystal McCord, and Crystal Bow. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA, FRONT ROW: Adviser Keith Snyder, Harry Caylor, Jay Baldwin. Chris Sayer, Bart Harris, Dan Yoder. Rodney Miles, and Mark Rees. SECOND ROW: Andrea Barnes, Lena Herr, Barbie Beals, John Beals, Dave Watson, Steve Thornburg, Mark Gough, and Eric Tucker. THIRD ROW: Lee Lawrence, Robbie Barron. Reney Shaneyfelt, Craig Elcy, Brian Rhotchamcl, Todd Pcgg, and Neal Snyder. FOURTH ROW: James Bond, Shane Fruit, Rick Almonrodc, Roy King, Robbie Heaton. Ben Hendrickson, Jamie Pegg. and Jamie Harris. FIFTH ROW: Skylor Fifcr, Lisa Hersbergcr. Bill Swinglcy, Andy Thornburg, Jody Staver, Dave Tiller, Robbie Byrum, and Andy Taylor. FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN STUDENTS. FRONT ROW: Rena Hendrickson, Scott Kritsch, David Baldridge, Todd Shores, Tony Grow, and Ben Hendrickson. SECOND ROW: Jodcll Hendrickson, April Hersbergcr, Jenny Hinshaw, Lisa Fouse, Jill Symons, Jen- ny Cox, and Jenifer Brown. THIRD ROW: Becky Dillow, Joni Jackson, Kelly Chalfant, Aimce Jackson, Luisa Moon, Cari Shaw, and Mia Moon. FOURTH ROW: Lisa Burge, Tonya Meeks, Kevin Pugh, Daniel Thornburg, Scott Frankc, and Becky Jackson. CAFETERIA STUDENT HELPERS, FRONT ROW: Dec Cochran, Tammy Boyatt, Joe Ford, and June Lovell. BACK ROW: Rickie Walling, Heather Landess. Cristi Croyle. Jill Symons, and Crystal Bow-. 140 142 South Side Of Square Winchester, IN Ph: 584-5411 228 N. Columbia Union City, IN Ph: 964-5220 Scott And Edna Hawkins HAWKINS APPLIANCE — Radio Shack Wallace Electric N. Main St. Farmland, IN Ph: 468-8542 Hollowell Hardware 209 S. 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If you qualify, you can sign up for guaranteed training in the field you choose, and start after you graduate. Besides learning skills that will last a lifetime, you'll have the chance to work in some of the exotic places you’ve dreamt about. For information, call 317-282-3894, or stop by the office at 308 N. Main, in Muncie. 151 1986 Golden Era Staff: Standing; Jerry File-man. Christie Duncan. Mark Keever, Jane Zell. Patty Schwcizcr. and Shane Fruit. Seated; Tony Hammer. Jenny Hinshaw. Tony Smithson (Editor), and Elizabeth Riddle. Giving us that typical editor look is Tony Smithson. Even though he had a lot to put up with this year, Tony pulled through time after time — the result being the book you see before you. From The Editor Dear Reader, Welcome to the beginning of the end. These are my, the editor, last words of 1986 to go into the Golden Era. The yearbook staff, or more accurately the yearbook editors, worked endless hours to produce the best yearbook that Winchester Community High School has ever seen, and we think we’ve done it. Production of this book began in June of 1985 when Mrs. Margo Varner, yearbook advisor, and I, along with Miss Polly Roberts, last year’s advisor, attended a yearbook workshop at Hanover College. There we learned of the wild things that are happening in the world of yearbooks. We decided to bring part of the excitement that we had seen to this year’s Golden Era, as you can see, we succeeded in that too. One of the new things we tried was the four color cover. It was designed just for us by a professional artist. This is a one of a kind piece of art. The other main change that we’ve made this year is in the writing. As you’ve probably seen, there’s a lot of writing in this book, and if you’ve read it, you know just how good it is. The job of improving the writing in the Golden Era was made easier by Jenny Hinshaw, next year’s assistant editor. Jenny spent hours writing, rewriting, and editing copy. Well, that’s about all I can say about this pile of paper and ink that I’ve lived with for over a year. I hope you like it, because this is the very best job that we could do, and we’re proud of it. Sincerely, Tcrr f- Tony Smithson, Editor, 1986 Golden Era Flashing that Vogue model pose is Eli bclh Riddle. Elizabeth contributed a gi deal to the staff in the closing months of year. 152