Wood River Rural High School - Eagle Yearbook (Wood River, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1978 volume:

Have a Repsi day! The Eagle 1978 One Are We . . . As we learn for ourselves, with others, we gain warm friendships and hope. It turns many of us into one. Yet, we ail reach our goals and one day we will all stand on our own. We often look to far off places for our goals, but we find them here on our own school emblem. Crest: On a Torse of the colors, a diving eagle of the second. The log and line wavy denote Wood River. The book and quill symbolize education and scholarship. The corn and wheat represent the main industry of the area. The torch and Olympic rings symbolize achievement and athletics. The drama mask and lyre symbolize the arts. The eagle is the school mascot. Editors: Lori Hood, Trena Rohrich Assistant Editors: Ann Hensley, Kristi Rennau Wood River Rural High School Wood River, Nebraska 68883 Anticipation Freshmen begin their first year of senior high with anticipation, looking forward to their first year in the lounge. Their first tastes of high school aren't always sweet thougn. The fear of being hauled out . . . worse yet, the reality. How does a freshman feel? It makes me feel older. Being a freshman is learning things you'll need later and working your way up. I am proud to be a freshman. It seemed like it took forever to get here. The best part of being a freshman in high school is being with others, being able to be yourself, being different, but still naving the feeling, One Are We. 3 Challenges A sophomore experiences and knows the advantages and disad- vantages of being a sophomore. The feeling of winning and losing, even if it was only a game of football; the queasy stomach of that first dissection project; or the shaky knees at that first speech contest. All in all being a sophomore is “hard, but it's challenging. It's all part of the spirit One Are We. 4 Sports play an important part at Wood River Rural High. Everyone is involved in it in one way or another, whether you're a player, coach, student manager, or a spectator. The competition may be serious or just (or fun. Either way, an athlete faces emotional, physical struggle. The winning doesn't always come easy and losing can be hard to take. A victory ends with people jump- ing, laughing, and shouting. Losses end in disappointment, tears, and comforting. Winning makes losing not so bad, but we learn wisdom from failure more than from success. We all have our hopes and aspirations, but we can do nothing on our own. Each person must play their part in making up a team, but it's together we succeed, for One Are We. 5 6 As a Junior, you realize you have only one year left to accom- plish your goals. Important deci- sions have to be made and chal- lenges to be met. And your junior year is an eventful one, working to the last minute on Prom, being number one at Sweepstakes, or driving around town on a Friday night. The memorable times though, are the ones enjoyed with others, knowing that One Are We. 7 Choices Involvement is important while growing up. Every day holds new faces and new personalities. We find each person is unique and has something of value to give to our world. A person may seem differ- ent to us, but he has his purpose. The key is to be yourself, look around, and help others too. You have a choice. A choice to stand alone or to stand together for One Are We. 8 . . . to laugh . . . to cry . . . to be yourself We all like a time to be alone when we can think and sort out our own ideas. Sooner or later, though, we look for our friends. It's agreed that sharing special times with others make them more memor- able. Whether it be just a few people having a good time or the big dance at school, we save pressed coursages, play programs, or a napkin so we will remember the event. These mementos seem at the time to be great treasures. Looking back we remember the hard work put into an event or group. We remember how much we wanted everything to be perfect so people would always remember it. These events or groups need many people to be a success. The kind of people who work and want to do good. We plan and work together and in the end we realize everyone there is needed. We know that, “One Are We. 9 Half-Time Crowning, Team Cakes, Displays . . . Eagle spirit was shown by new and exciting ways this year. The Homecoming couple was crowned at half-time so more spectators could see the event. Community businesses supported the Eagles by putting up window displays for which they won money prizes. Team cakes were given to cross country, volleyball, and football teams at the pep rally from the pep club. Seniors decorated for the Homecoming dance around the theme, Edge of the Universe. Albatross provided the music for the night. A downtown pep rally was held with businessmen and women, team captains, and coaches giving speeches. 1 Babel Insurance promotes community spirit with a window display, which won tnem third prize of ten dollars. 2 Homecoming pep rally held downtown in the rain didn't dampen the Eagles' spirit. 3 Trena Rohrich hands Wendell Dubbs a streamer as Terry English gets ready with the tape while decorating for the Homecoming dance around the theme, Edge of the Universe. 10 A Victory Friday night, September 30, the Eagles defeated the Shelton Bull- dogs in a close game with a score of 25-21. 1 Crowned at half-time ceremonies by last year's King and Queen, Rick Zavala and Karen Davis, are Terry Boshart and Trena Rohrich. 2 Jim Stevenson, number 79, tackles his opponent in an aggressive Homecoming game with the Shelton Bulldogs. 3 Eagles beat the Bulldogs in their Homecoming game 25-21. 4 Miss Zink accepts a volleyball team cake from Mrs. Isaac while Mrs. Neddenriep and Miss Gemmell look on. 5 Homecoming royalty: Kevin Webster, Kurt Koepp, Darren Shupe, Attendant, Fred Knight, King Terry Boshart, Queen Trena Rohrich, Attendant Connie Soto, Terri English, Sari Wetzel, and Jennie Morosic. TIME ••• ••• • -• • • • • ... ►  • visit • •• ••• • • • • • •• • • • • • • • • • i DOWN i 0 • • • • • TO-GO 3 11 Disc Jockey for Harvest Bail Disc Jockey Eddie Hudson from WOW Radio provided the music for this year's Harvest Ball on November 5, 1977. Magicians hats, stars and magic wands attached to blue and silver streamers were hung in a record time of two hours by FHA and FFA members, providing the background for Could It Be Magic. Mark Dibbern and Patty Welch were crowned king and queen. Their attendants were Lori Hood, Cindy Schmidt, Cory Greenwood and Kurt Koepp. 1 Eddie Hudson getting ready to play the next request. 2 All eyes are on the stage for the crowning of the king and queen. 3 Royalty: Cory Greenwood, Kurt Koepp, King Mark Dibbern, Queen Patty Welch, Cindy Schmidt and Lori Hood. 4 After completing the decorating, Teresa Burnett has the task of cleaning up before the dance. 12 The Curse of an Aching Heart A Melodrama done in the 1890's style with a hero, heroine, villain, and various other characters from the Old West was present- ed April 24 and April 25. The students involved rehearsed elaborate gestures, dramatic movements, and various puns to create the comic effect. 1 Cdsl members aren't always neat when applying makeup. 2 Getting aid with eye makeup is Tim Arbogast. 3 lucius Gooden- ough (Clay Leeper) proposes to Melody Lane (Trena Rohrich) and is refused. 4 Picking out costumes are Jerry Derr, Melanie Jack, Tamie Duncan, Deb Rickert, Lori McCumber, and Scott Driml. Jerry, Deb, and Lori also helped with lighting and makeup. 13 Melodrama Tim Arbogast was cast in the role of villain, Clay Leeper as the hero, and Trena Rohrich protrayed the tragic heroine. Monika McGuire had the role of the villain's wife, Connie Soto played the Indian ranch hand, and Kristi Rennau was the local sheriff. Other students who rounded out the cast were Bill Bilslend as the ranch owner, Angela Dibbern as his wife, and Melanie Jack as their Daughter. Tamie Duncan played the talkative visitor, and Scott Driml was the Aber- nathy's son. 1 Sheriff Battle Axe Annie asks about Lucious Goodenough after the $200 is stolen. 2 The audience has a good time applauding, booing and hissing for this group of characters. 14 Prom Provides Dancing on Main Street The Junior-Senior Banquet and Prom was held April 29. So- phomores selected to be servers were Shannon Farley, Melanie and Michelle Jack, Kristi Sanburg, Stacey Smith, Steve English, Craig Anderson, Jesse Soto, Tom Babel, and Randy Damratowski. The dance was from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. with Time Machine providing the music. Sherri Freder- ickson and Ronnie Rickert were crowned the royalty of the 1978 Prom by last year's king and queen. Matt Moyer and Kendall Packer. 1 Royal couple and attendants: Sari Wetzel, Kurt Koepp, Terri English, Jerry Brandt, Sherri Frederickson, Ronnie Rickert, Jennie Morosic, James Knight, Connie Soto, and Darren Shupe. 2 A group ol senior girls look over the decorations before the banquet and anticipate the fun with friends at the dance. 3 Couples impatiently waiting for the first dance while the band tunes up. 15 Main Street The theme was Main Street. Decorations consisted of several murals of businesses. A park and a summer house provided a back- ground for pictures. The Time Machine provided disappointing music until 12:30 a.m. The banquet area was styled as an outdoor cafe. Food was served by guys and gals dressed as old-time waiters and waitresses, with striped vests and derby hats, as well as the traditional garters. 1 Finishing touches mean getting name cards in the correct place. 2 Mrs. Gilliland's job for the evening is filling the punch bowl so the wishing well won't run dry. 3 Junior guys try to construct a sturdy wishing well. Later they will add shingles for an authentic look. 16 Life Long Discovery Doreen Dibbern was crowned May Queen at the May Banquet by last year's queen, Heide Dibbern. Mrs. Kathy Gifford, chapter advisor, announced the awards for outstanding members. Recipients included Pam Isaac, Martha Gloe, and Cindy Schmidt. Encounter awards went to Martha Gloe, Kay Lynn Hargens, and Pam Isaac, Key degree; Kay Hensley, Scroll degree; and Kay Lynn Hargens, Torch degree. 1 Freshman FHA members Pam Racek, LouAnn Dubbs, Brenda Davidson, Kris Kucera and Pam Isaac present the Emblem Service. 2 Following a buffet dinner attended by members, parents, and guests, Doreen Dibbern was crowned May Queen. 3 Old officers install new officers. Jolene Harders, president; Carole Dethlefs, vice president; Sandy Ripp, secretary; Kay Hensley, treasurer; Martha Gloe, publicity and historian; Kay Lynn Hargens, encounter chairman; and Pam Isaac, song and recrea- tion. Senior Breakfast Wills, Rehearsal On the senior's last day they presented their traditional wills to the underclassmen and faculty. Senior Breakfast sponsored by the senior's mothers was a big success. The menu included ham, scrambled eggs, and rolls. A style show was given by the mothers. Fashions were designed in Paris, and were styles of «he future. Afterwards, seniors rehearsed for graduation. An hour was taken to make sure every senior had a place, when to turn tassles, when to take off caps, and to make sure all names were pronounced correctly. All three events were big events for the seniors and they'll always be remembered for years to come. 1 At the breakfast. Seniors have to find a baby picture of themselves to find a place to sit. Esther Zavala and Jim Knight look like they're having a little trouble. 2 Cathy Riesland is reading one of the many wills. 3 Mrs. Koepp Models the perfect hunting outfit. 4 Bill McCartney and Jennie Morosic practice for that walk down the aisle at graduation. Band Appears in Diamond Formation An innovation in marching formation was featured during five football half-time shows and at parades. The band marched in a diamond formation and used flag bearers at the four points of the diamond. 1 Everyone is in ihe Christmas spirit after the annual Christmas Concert. 2 Band members perform at the Harvest of Harmony parade. They are: LouAnn Dubbs, Sherri Bond, Thomas Harders, Joyce Heinrich, Pam Isaac, Mike Leonard, Kenda Rathman, Scott Sahling, Barbie Webster, Mike Webster, Don Welch, Shelly Hayden, Monte Manka, Craig Anderson, David Boroff, Dan Boroff, Lora Braman, Pete Dibbern, Bill Dibbern, Lynn Driml, Tammy Duncan, Mike Harders, Jon Husen, Marta Jackson, Craig Meyer, Monte Moss, David Ogden, Doyle Rathman, Shelley Sahimg, Jesse Soto, Veronica Soto, Wendy Weinrich, Brenda Spiehs, Buster Peppers, Lori McCumber, Sue Monson, Deb Rickert, Teresa Thomsen, Vicki Welch, Linda Woods, Rachel Boroff, Peggy Damratowski, Deanna Gloe, Cheryl Knox, Lynn Krolikowski, Angela Dibbern, Doreen Dibbern, Scott Driml, Kathy Harders, Tim Harders, Monika McGuire, Cathy Riesland, Cindy Schmidt, Patty Welch. Band at 8 A.M., Enrollment Decreases The Band performed at the Harvest of Harmony in Grand Island; at Kearney State College's Homecoming; and at the Melody Round-up at Hastings College where they received a 2+ in marching competition. The band traveled to Districts, Regionals and State basketball games as well as showing support at home games. In addition, the band played at a Christmas concert and during the Fine Arts Festival. 1 Eagle Pop Band gives great support during the boys' State Basketball Tournament. 2 Band members can be seen and heard practicing before the regular school day; Barb Webster and Veronica Soto are getting ready. 3 Members of the Stage Band include: Front —Angela Dibbern, Thomas Harders, Peggy Damratowski, Tim Harders, Joyce Heinrich, Rachel Boroff, Monika McGuire. Second —Director Mr. Driml, Jesse Soto, Scott Driml, Doyle Rathman, Kathy Harders, Cindy Schmidt,Craig Anderson, Don Welch, Lynn Krolikowski, Teresa Thomsen, Randy Damratowski. Not shown—Craig Meyer. % Miiiiilnmmmr 1 i 11 1 I 3 20 Junior High Performs at Two Concerts Approximately thirty students enrolled in beginning guitar class. They practiced in small sections. A quartet was formed which played at the Spring Concert. Members of the Junior High Band participated in the half-time show at Homecom- ing. Junior High vocal and band students took part in two main concerts this year: the Christmas Concert and the Jr. High Spring Concert. 1 Junior High Band members are as follows: Front —Kristi Harders, Denise Harders, Michelle Leonard, Peggy Welch, Christine Peters, Laura Brandt, Lisa Rathman. Second- Lori Smidt, Betty Ciemnoczolowski, Nancy Heinrich, Theresa Smidt, Curtis Rohrich, Doug Anderson, Eddie Peppers, Stacey Tessendorf, Mike Wiese, Monty Herrick. Third —Paul Luehr, Richard Peters, Scott Moss, Dale Harders, Mark Cook, Irene Taylor. Fourth —Director Mr. Driml, Kris Jackson, Patty Apfel, Mike Groff, David Dibbern, Miriam Boroff, Cindy Van Meter, Melody Duncan. Not Shown —Joni Kucera, Kathleen Schmidt. 2 One out of three sections of guitar classes is shown here prac tic ing “Shoo Fly for their annual Spring Concert. 3 Julie Spiehs, LeAnn Packer, Connie Powell, Marcelle Gloe, Betty Ciemnoczolowski, and Nancy Heinrich are practicing a song from “The Sound of Music for the vocal part of the Jr. High Music Concert on May 22. Students Attend District Music Contest Vocal groups attended the Louplatte Conference clinic in Shelton and District Music Contest in Kearney. At Districts, Deanna Gloe received a superior for her solo, The Singer. Excellents were given to triple trio, girl's double octet, girt's quartet, mixed chorus and soloists William Bilslend, Scott Driml, Denise Larsen and Angela Dibbern. Deanna Gloe and Monika McGuire attended All-State Chorus and took part, as did Jerry Brandt and Clay Leeper, in the Honor Choir Concert at Kearney State. 1 The following abbreviations will be used: Swing Choir—SC, Mixed Chorus—MC, Girls Glee—GG. FRONT—Brenda Junker—GG; Beth Utecht-MC, GG; Deb Kubert-MC, GG; Kristi Sanburg-MC, GG; Shelley Sahling-MC, GG; Christina Larson-GG; Mary Sutton-GG; Kim Wiseman-GG; Jan Stutzman-SC, MC; Pam Isaac-SC, MC, GG; Laurie McTavish-GG. SECOND-Cathy Riesland-SC, MC, GG; Lora Braman-MC, GG; Brenda Spiehs-GG; Wendy Wendy Weinrich-GG; Rachel Boroff-MC, GG; Brenda Luth-GG; Jackie Baehler-GG; Susan Farley-GG; Vicky Woitazewski-SC, MC; Kay Hensley- Accompanist. THIRD—Randy Daratowski- SC; Candy Warnke-MC, GG; Koanne Rathman-MC, GG; Lynn Driml-GG; Verda Miles-GG; LouAnn Dubbs-GG; Polly Dennhardt-GG; Donna Thompson-GG; Mark Larson-MC; Mrs. Anderson-Music Director. FOURTH —Jesse Soto-SC; Tim Arbogast-SC, MC; Monika McGuire-SC, MC, GG; Angela Dibbern-SC, MC, GG; Kevin Simpson-SC, MC; Scott Driml-SC, MC; William Bilslend-SC, MC; Doyle Rathman-SC, MC. FIFTH — Deanna Gloe-SC, MC; Clay Leeper-SC, MC; Bryan Stutzman- SC, MC; Jerry Brandt-SC; Tony Webster-SC, MC; Linda Woods -SC, MC; Deb Rickert-SC, MC. NOT SHOWN — Mike Dobesh-MC; Denise Larsen-MC, GG; Scott Sahling-SC, MC; Julie Weedin-SC, MC, GG; Don Welch-SC. 2 At the Fine Arts Festival, Girls Glee sings, Sing. 3 Terry Boshart performs as a soloist and guitarist. Don Welch provides some of Terry's background music. 4 Angela Dibbern is one of the department's pianists. Ken Harders and Shelley Sahling are also pianists. 22 Recording Session Is A Success Lots of practice and plenty of performances led to a recording session for the Vocal Department. Soloists and small groups were chosen to record through an audition. On April 2 the album was cut and it was distributed on May 15. Also Included on the busy musical schedule were appearances at TOPS Convention, Fireman's Banquet, Good Samaritan Christmas Party, Christmas Concert at WRR and at the Conestoga Mall, Ladies Stagette, Farm Bureau Banquet in Kearney, FFA Banquet, Fine Arts Concert, Alumni Banquet and four extension clubs. 1 Kristi Sanburg is getting her album, Wood River Sings! 2 Swing Choir members spreading Christmas cheer at the Conestoga Mall in Grand Island. 3 At the auditions, Deanna Gloe sings, Sam. She won the G. I. Police Department Talent Show with this selection. 4 Shown with the Swing Choir are their musicians. Kneeling is Randy Damratowski and standing is Kay Hensley, Don Welch and )esse Soto. 23 Three to State The Wood River Rural Speech and Drama Team won second place in the conference one-act play this year. Cast members were Clay Leeper, Kristi Rennau, Scott Driml, Angela Dibbern, and Monika McGuire. In addition, the team also won five superiors at the Confer- ence Speech Meet, five superiors at the Red Raider Invitational, and three superiors at the District Speech Contest. Students winning one or more ratings of superior this year were Angie Dibbern, Monika McGuire, Sue Monson, Kristi Rennau, Lynn Krolikowski, Deb Rickert, Brenda Snodgrass, and Scott Driml. Special honors were received by Angie Dibbern for placing third in after dinner speaking at the Red Raider Invita- tional, and to Kristi Rennau, Lynn Krolikowski, and Deb Rickert for qualifying for state competition. Mrs. Leet was the sponsor. 1 Participating in speech activities include FRONT—Clay Leeper, Luther Peppers, and Scott Driml. SECOND—Monika McGuire, Kristi Rennau, Angela Dibbern, and Mark Larson. THIRD —Debbie Rickert, Kristi Sanburg, Susan Monson, Brenda Snodgrass, Lynn Krolikowski, Linda Woods, Doyle Rathman, Chris Volf, Tamie Duncan. 2 One-act members-Monika McGuire, Kristi Rennau, Clay Leeper, and Scott Driml toast to the play's success. 3 Angela puts on her stage make-up before performing in the one-act play. 4 Clay Leeper takes a drink before dressing for the play. 5 Speech members going to state are Deb Rickert, Kristi Rennau, Lynn Krolikowski, and their loyal sponsor Mrs. Leet. 24 . . . to join . . . to relate . . . to enjoy School seems to be full of extra-curricular activities. There's always something for everyone ranging from dressing up for Mardi Gras, as shown on the left, to preparing you for the outside in FHA or FFA. Or if you prefer, you can scream till you're hoarse in Pep Club, think of headlines for a yearbook page, or plan a dance. The great thing about all these organiza- tions is a member not only learns something of value for the future, but they're given the chance to develop lasting friendships. Common interest and goals are found when an organization turns many into one. When joining with our friends, we've all felt that sense of unity because it's agreed among all of us that, One Are We. 25 FFA Wins Several Contests Three members of the Wood River FFA Chapter competed in the Nebraska Grain Show and Crop Production contests. Bob Peters had a yield of 164.2 and Dave Ogden, 162.9 for irrigated corn. They both received purple ribbons. Mike Dobesh won a blue ribbon with his yield of 134.5 for irrigated corn. 1 FRONT —Ken Woitaszewski, Mike O'Neill, Vaughn Harders, Dan Harders, Bob Peters, and Mike Dobesh. SECOND—Mike Leonard, Phil Dibbern, Craig Boshart, Pam Racek, Jeff Damratowski, Darrel Harders, Matt Maloney, and Kevin Goldstein. THIRD—Gerry Krolikowski, Doug Rathman, Mike Wissing, Tracy Longsine, Ken Harders, Todd Wetovick, Larry Braman, and Steve Wortman. 2 Terry Boshart, President, conducts the meeting at the Businessmen's Appreciation Breakfast while Mr. Lambmers, advisor, Mike O'Neill-reporter, Mark Dibbern-Vice President, Vaughn Harders- Secretary, Bob Peters-Treasurer, and Dan Harders-Sentinel, look on. 3 Cathy Riesland brings $210 at the FFA Slave Auction, the most money of the members. Mr. Lammers, Mike Monson, and Mr. Krolikowski are taking bids from the audience. Trophies, CPR The FFA Chapter brought home several trophies when they competed in the District 6 Vo-Ag contests at Hastings. The Poultry Management team composed of Kevin Goldstein, Phil Dibbern, and Kyle Webster, the Agricultural Mechanics team made up of Kurt Koepp, Ed Lilley, Lanny Lambrecht, and Cory Greenwood, and the Farm Management team of Terry Bo- shart, Cathy Riesland, and Mike Meier, all brought home first place trophies and qualified for state competition in April. This year the FFA Chapter sponsored cardiopulmonary resus- citation (CPR) classes in the Wood River area. The chapter set a goal to have one out of every three Wood River residents certified in CPR. l 'Tm an FFA member, what's my future? is the sign on a member's tractor at the National Agriculture Strike Parade in Wood River. 2 President Terry Boshart and Vice-President Mark Dibbern demonstrate how to run a successful meeting. Mike Harders, Dave Ogden, and Phil Dibbern listen closely. 3 FRONT—Doyle Rathman, Mike Harders, Pete Dibbern, Billy Dibbern, and Scott Spiehs. SECOND —Jon Husen, Mark Dibbern, Terry Boshart, Dave Boroff, and Monte Moss. THIRD—Duane Kroli- kowski, Craig Harders, Mike Monson, Kurt Koepp, Dave Ogden, and Dan Boroff. 4 There is a big turn out for the Business- men's Appreciation Breakfast as the FFA celebrates their 50th year. 27 FHA Carnival 28 This year was the first time the FHA had a carnival. A lot of people came and enough money was made to finance all of the coming events. These included: FHA Leadership Conference, Harvest Ball, Slumber Party, May Banquet, and other expenses. Some of the booths included a cake walk, wet sponge throw, fish pond, and shave the balloon. The carnival was a big success and plans are to have one for next year, too. Once again they had the annual FFA-FHA Hayrack ride. Trucks were used instead of hayracks and it was a long, windy ride to a pasture northwest of Cairo. The sponsors had the bonfire and hotdogs ready and waiting for the hungry people. By the end of the evening all of the food was gone. 1 Patty Welch, Teresa Thomsen, and Kathy Harders help with the music for the cake walk at the carnival. 2 The 1977-78 officers, Cindy Schmidt, Secretary; Doreen Dibbern, President; Sandy Ripp, Historian and Publicity; jolene Harders, Encounter; and Patty Welch, Treasurer; proudly display the FHA banner. 3 Martha Gloe is getting ready to attend State FHA Leadership Conference in Lincoln. 4 Lori Hood and Sandy Ripp are exhausted at the slumber party so they decide to rest and eat some food. (OIT. TKKETI New Officers The 1978-79 officers were elected at one of the meetings. They include: Jolene Harders, President; Carole Dethlefs, Vice- President; Sandy Ripp, Secretary; Kay Hensley, Treasurer; Kay Lynn Hargens, Encounter; Martha Gloe, Historian and Publicity; and Pam Isaac, Yearbook, Song, and Recrea- tion. At State FHA Convention our District held a meeting to prepare for the District Convention. One person from each school in our District is elected to be an officer. Sandy Ripp holds the office of Encounter Chairperson. Despite the tornado warnings in our area, the FHA Slumber Party was held on April 7. Most of the girls got some sleep during the night. 1 FRONT—Kay Hensley, Lori Hood, and LouAnn Dubbs. SECOND —Mona Miles, Val Schroeder, Kris Kucera, Teresa Thomsen, Pam Isaac, Pam Racek, and Kathy Schultz. 2 Carole Dethlefs dressed up as a clown for the wet sponge throw. Mr. Lammers, FFA advisor, just happens to be the victim. 3 )olene Harders is showing us the latest dance steps while Rachel Boroff and Teresa Burnett practice their own. 4 FRONT- Martha Gloe, Teresa Burnett, Carole Dethlefs, and Rachel Boroff. SECOND- Brenda Davidson, Chris Mead, Joanne Gall, and Kay Lynn Hargens. 29 Fun At Mardi Gras Day The French Club sponsored their first Mardi Gras Day. It was held on Wednesday, February 8th. Everyone dressed up in a costume. Elisabeth Trulla and four teachers judged the originality of the costumes. Prizes went to Melvin Roberts, Kathi Hostler, Shannon Baehler, and Michelle Jack. In April, the French students went to Kearney to participate in Foreign Lauguage Day. They per- formed the play, The Beauty and the Beast. In May, the French Club went to Omaha. While they were there, they went to the Old Market, Westroads shopping center, and ate at The Spaghetti Works. 1 Sophomore and junior members are: Kay Hensley, Julie Weedin, Denise Acker, Koanne Rathman, Sandy Ripp, Rosa Salinas, Margie Falcon, Brenda Snodgrass, Kathy Schultz, and Sue Faz. 2 Linda Woods dresses up for Mardi Gras Day. 3 Elisabeth Trulla samples some fondue prepared at our October meeting. 4 Newest Members are: Kathy Moffett, Brenda Luth, Becky Mor- eland, Deb Kubcrt, Deb Merrick, Sue Farley, and Tammy Brandt. 1 Angela Dibbern, Kristi Rennau, Lori Hood, Ann Hensley, Trena Rohrich, Mary Sutton, Kenda Rathman, and Vicki Welch. 2 Of- ficers are: Pres. —Connie Soto, Vice Pres. —Bobbi Moffett, Sec.—Christy Glasser, Treas.—Teresa Thomsen, Stu. Co. Rep.- Monica McGuire, and Honorary Officer- Elisabeth Trulla. 3 Participants in the play are: Denise Acker, Angela Dibbern, Becky Moreland, and Deb Merrick. 4 Entrants in the Mardi Gras Parade are: Joyce Heinrich, Shelley Hayden, Pam Racek, and Jackie Baenler. 31 Spirit Frog A spirit frog, which was given to a group displaying the most spirit, was the highlight of each pep rally. Every member enjoyed their halftime job of working in the new, warm concession stand. Playing a big part in the pep club were the freshmen, formerly a part of the Jr. High Pep Club. New changes on Homecoming helped to make it a success, with team cakes given out at the downtown pep rally and the crowning at halftime. However, as in years past, the girls sponsored parent's night. Despite the weather, the many parents who attended it made an enjoyable evening. 1 Sophomore squad, FRONT —Candy Warnke, Brenda Junker, Laurie McTavish, Lora Braman, Koanne Rathman; SECOND- Julie Weedin, Lynn Driml, Beth Utecht. 2 Bobbi Moffett with the spirit frog. 3 Varsity cheerleaders, FRONT —Deb Rickert; SECOND—Jennie Morosic, Cathy Riesland; TFHIRD—Bobbi Moffett, Deanna Gloe, Lori McCumbcr. 32 That Great Feeling Called Spirit 1 Senior squad, FRONT—Chris Mead, Christy Glasser, Patty Welch, Connie Soto; SECOND —Cindy Filbin, Kathy Harders, Terri English, Trena Rohrich, Mary Sutton, Kristi Rennau, Sari Wetzel, Esther Zavala, Cindy Schmidt. 2 Reserve and Freshman cheerleaders; Melanie Jack, Shelley Sahling, Kristi Sanburg, Debbie Kubert, Kathy Moffett, Teresa Barg. 3 Sophomore )unior squad; Marta Jackson, Michelle Jack, Stacey Smith, Linda Woods, Cheryl Knox, Valerie Wescoatt, Sandy Davis. 4 Freshman squad, FRONT —Tammy English, Shelly Hayden, Tammy Brandt, Lori Lambrecht, Pam Isaac, Barb Webster, Kris Kucera, Brenda Luth; SECOND —Jan Stutzman, Susan Farley. 33 Students Discover Leadership An active student council discovered leadership by attending the District student council con- vention at Grand Island Senior High School and the State convention at Ralston. Connie Soto and Sari Wetzel attended the N.A.S.C. summer workshop at Kearney State College. Along with attending conventions the student council took a break over Christmas vacation and had an enchilada, pizza party. 1 Student Council officers, Wendell Dubbs—treasurer, Lori McCumber- secretary, Trena Rohrich—vice-president, and Connie Soto—president talk to Mr. Farley—principal about an upcoming poject. These officers were elected in the spring of '77 by the entire student body. 2 Kristi Rennau gets ready for bed at student council state convention at Ralston. 3 Wendell Dubbs shoots pool at the council's pizza party over Christmas vacation. 4 Bill Brandt enjoys his roll and milk. This was a new project by the student council and doughnuts were served every Friday morning. 34 Council Sponsors 1st Foosball Tourney Student council sponsored the First Annual Foosball Tournament. Duane Beed was a double winner. He won in singles and in doubles with Craig Anderson as his partner. Other activities sponsored by the council were a dance, movies, sacking candy, helping needy people, and serving rolls on Fridays. 1 Members of the council are FRONT- Kristi Rennau, Monika McGuire, Martha Gloe, Teresa Barg, Sari Wetzel, and Cindy Filbin. BACK—Peggy Welch, Deb Rickert, Kevin Goldstein, Mark McCumber, and Jeff McCartney. NOT SHOWN — Pam Racek. 2 Lori McCumber and Martha Gloe help sack candy while other members look on. 3 Mr. Bachle is ready to play foosball in the foosballTourney. 4 Catching Mr. D. in the act of eating. 35 Workshops Provide New Ideas Members of the Annual Staff who attended the State Journalism Workshop this year were Trena Rohrich, Kristi Rennau, Vicki Welch, Denise Acker, Kay Hensley, Lori Hood and Ann Hensley. Just the editors of the Annual Staff attended a workshop at Lexington and Lori Hood attended a clinic this last summer on photography. The purpose of these clinics were to give the Staff new ideas on themes, journalism, and different layouts. Thus, the Staff adopted a uniform style for all pages. After a discovery of a forgotten plaque in the front trophy case, our theme was changed to meet the ideas this plaque offered. This plaque is our school emblem which reminded us of our unity and a theme, ONE ARE WE! 1 Checking old annuals for ideas are Sari Wetzel, Lori McCumber, Denise Larsen, Joyce Heinrich, Connie Soto. 2 Kay and Ann Hensley discussing a layout for the French Club. 3 Working on yearbook promotion are Kay Hensley; Lori Hood and Trena Rohrich, co-editors; Kristi Rennau and Ann Hensley, Assistant editors. 36 Annual Ad Sales Provide Funds 1 Trena Rohrich, Denise Acker and Joyce Heinrich trying to identify Junior High students. 2 Vicki Welch looks for a picture while Kathy Schultz thinks of something to say on her copy. 3 Don Partridge fills out another blank for a yearbook. The staff sold yearbooks during the lunch mods. 4 Kristi Rennau sells an ad for Platte Valley Propane to Larry Bombeck. Members sold ads in Wood River and in Grand Island. These funds pay for one-third of the book cost. 5 Explaining a layout page is Miss Bayne and members: Vicki Welch, Kathy Schultz, Cindy Schmidt, Sandy Ripp and Denise Acker. 37 38 Toward New Horizons The Jr. High FHA consisted of all eighth grade Home Economics classes. Last year was the first year that the Jr. High FHA became Nationally affiliated. Through group cooperation they help youth assume roles of helping to improve individual and community living through Home Economics Educa- tion. The Jr. High FHA kept busy with several projects which includ- ed selling caramel apples after a pep rally. They were made in Home Ec. class following the candy unit. 1 Joni Kucera was chosen to go to the FHA leadership conference held in Lincoln. Shown here with her is Miss Faden, the group's sponsor. 2 ln April the class discussed being proud of their school and communiy. One day was set aside for a school yard cleanup. Irene Taylor helps fellow members pick up trash. 3 Also, picking up trash are Betty Ciemnoczolowski, Mary Johnson, and Marcelle Gloe. The project had beautiful results. 4 A unit on sewing was also included. The girls chose their own patterns and material. Marcelle is shown at the style show where the girls got to show off their garments. 5 March was a time the FHA chapter invited all the seventh and eighth grade girls and boys to a dance in the commons area. Mary Johnson and Matt Leeper are dancing up a storm! Honor Society Sponsors Fine Arts Festival On May 11, 1978, eleven new National Honor Society members joined five of last year's elected members. The new members are SENIORS —Terry Boshart, James Knight, Kristi Rennau, and Patty Welch. JUNIORS—Don Partridge, Lori McCumber, Deb Rickert, Kay Hensley, Denise Acker, Lynn Krolikowski, and Deanna Gloe. Members are chosen by teachers. They must have a B average or better to be eligible. The objectives of the society are to promote, scholarship, character, service, and leadership. Members helped with the annual Fine Arts Festival in May. Mr. Farley was the sponsor. 1 Ann Hensley is as busy as always. 2 National Honor Society members include FRONT—Kay Hensley, Lynn Krolikowski, Deanna Gloe, Patty Welch, Monika McGuire, Kristi Rennau, Ann Hensley. BACK—Deb Rickert, Lori McCumber, Trena Rohrich, Don Partridge, Terry Boshart, lames Knight, and Scott Driml. NOT SHOWN- Denise Acker and Connie Soto. 3 Fred Knight eats lunch to get energy to finish the day. 4 Connie Soto looks at snapshots. 39 Recognizing Achievements May 11 was the evening of honors. Several honors were given in the catagories of band, vocal music, pep club, cheerleaders, French club, one-act play, speech, student council, and yearbook staff. Named as Outstanding Boy Athletes were Tim Arbogast, and Tim Harders in cross country; Terry Boshart, football; Terry Boshart and Wendell Dubbs, wrestling; Mick Wissing, basketball; Mick Wissing and Larry Volf, track; and Doyle Rathman and David Ogden, golf. Outstanding Girl Athletes included Patty Welch, volleyball; Sari Wetzel and Kathy Harders, Basketball; and Kathy Harders, track. New Members of National Honor Society were recognized. Eleven students were chosen. All were chosen for their scholarship, leadership, character, and service. Perfect attendance pins were attained by 41 students this year. Denise Acker was named as editor of the yearbook for next year. Lori McCumber and Sandy Ripp, assis- tant editors. 1 Wendell Dubbs is being congratulated by Mr. Farley, as he receives an award for having a perfect attendance record from K-12. He is the third person to receive this award. 2 Larry Volf receives a medal for outstanding athlete from Mr. Jackson. 3 Lori Stutzman is announced as a member of Annual Staff for next year. 4 Mr. Jackson and Ms. Zink wait to hand out certificates as Tim Arbogast receives an award from Mrs. Anderson. Mr. Driml announces other awards. . . . to practice . . . to strive . . . to achieve Sports are an important part of life. In sports, everyone has to work to get where they want to be and determination is needed. It teaches winning and losing. Sports helps a person grow, but that person has to have a goal and you have to reach for that goal. At Wood River Rural High we're proud of our sport's program. The football team placed in Confer- ence and the volleyball girls had a winning season. Cross Country runners ran their fastest to capture Conference. Most wrestlers placed at Districts and the girls' basketball team was the best yet with a Conference trophy to prove it. The town of Wood River was empty the Thursday the boys' basketball team played at State. We can't forget junior high sports. They're the future athletes and they're learning and doing great along the way. Intramural sports may not be as publicized but they can be just as serious and important. All together these teams and individuals find a spirit. A spirit that says, Win or lose we'll stick together, because we know that One Are We. 41 Boy's Basketball 54 WR Centura OPP 42 65 St. Paul 45 65 Stromsburg 66 43 Burwell 46 63 Broken Bow 72 59 Loup City 54 70 St. Cecilia 73 74 Ravenna 67 64 Northwest 57 60 Fullerton 63 44 Gibbon 46 62 Shelton 42 50 Central Catholic 43 62 Aurora 68 CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT 63 Centura 38 75 Ravenna 68 51 Gibbon OT 53 DISTRICTS 76 Shelton 52 65 St. Cecilia 55 46 Gibbon 37 REGIONAL 58 Republican Valley 57 STATE 42 Randolph 52 Girl's Basketball 40 WR Adams Central OPP 46 52 St. Paul 22 39 Loup City 28 40 Burwell 32 HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT 36 Gibbon 58 44 Pleasanton 38 46 Ravenna 35 44 Elba 48 48 Shelton 52 Score Board 42 Gibbon 49 38 Centura 21 CONFERENCE 31 Loup City 29 35 Shelton 29 30 Gibbon 36 DISTRICTS 52 Franklin 26 SEMI-FINALS 45 St. Cecilia 57 Football 0 Wr Fullerton OPP 8 6 Adams Central 42 25 Ravenna 6 0 Burwell 6 25 Shelton 21 12 St. Paul 0 14 Loup City 0 2 Gibbon 22 22 Centura 8 Wrestling The Eagle wrestling team consisted of four seniors, three juniors, twelve sophomores, and seven freshmen. The reserves had two duals, they won one, and lost one. The varsity wrestlers participated in two duals, winning one and tieing the other. There were also three double duals. Other events included; two quadrangulars, placing second in both; and two invitationals, placing sixth in both. In the Conference Tournaments they placed fourth with 85 points, and in Districts the Eagles took ninth position with 79 points and four state qualifiers Cross Country The cross country team did very well. Cross country runners improved throughout the season and all that running paid off. The Eagles had four duals. The scores were close but the Eagles only won one. They won a tie-breaker at their triangular against Centura, and St. Paul. There were four invitationals for the team. At Broken Bow they placed sixth, seventh at Central City, fourth at Burwell, and second at Kearney. The cross country ran off with first place at the Louplatte Conference and second at Districts. The team ended the year with a fourth place at state finals. Volleyball 1 WR Palmer OPP 2 2 Kenesaw 0 2 Adams Central 0 2 Gibbon 0 1 Centura 2 0 Central Catholic 2 2 Burwell 0 0 Loup City 2 2 Ravenna 0 2 St. Paul 1 2 Shelton 1 0 St. Cecilia 2 CONFERENCE 0 St. Paul 2 DISTRICTS 0 Bluehill 2 42 Cross Country Places Fourth at State Our cross country team had an exciting year winning the Louplatte Conference in a very close meet with Gibbon and Centura and taking second in the C-3 Districts. Runners finished the season strong by winning two regular meets and placing in several invitationals. During the year, the Eagles had many invitational meets. They finished 11th at Broken Bow with a score of 166 and finished seventh in the Central City Invitational. They also placed second in the Kearney Invitational. In Conference, several team members placed. Out of 30 runners, Tim Harders placed 2nd; Tim Arbogast placed 7th; Greg Jack placed 10th; Gail Struebing placed 11th; and Don Gall placed 24th. Districts proved to be an exciting experience for the team. Tim Harders took a close second finishing only two seconds behind the winner Bernard Thomsen of Gibbon, with a time of 13:16. In State runoffs at Kearney, the team closed out its season on October 21, finishing fourth in a field of twelve teams. 1 Greg lack is shown running into the participants chute after finishing his run at the District Meet. 2 Warming-up for the meet are Gail Struebing, Don Gall, Greg lack, Kathy Harders, and Tim Harders. 3 Cross Country Team members are FRONT: Tom Harders, Tim Arbogast, Greg Jack, Gail Struebing. SECOND: Kristi Harders, Kathy Harders, Don Gall, Charlie Wortman, Tim Harders, Deanna Gloe, and Coach Hawley. 4 Tim Harders receives his second place medal from Mr. Bachle at the District Meet. 43 New Coaches A young and inexperienced team began the season working hard and long. After lasting through two weeks of tough conditioning drills, the team was ready for the season. Being somewhat inexper- ienced, there were some ups and downs. They showed what they had learned by playing some excellent games against Adams Central, Gibbon, Shelton, and St. Paul. Conference and Districts proved somewhat disappointing as the team lost in the opening round of each. Each and every one improved a great deal and learned to play with each other. Not once did they give up or walk off the court with their heads down. Gaining All- Conference honors were Sari Wetzel and Lynn Krolikowski. 1 Freshman team, FRONT—Shelly Hayden, Deb Kubert, Kris Kucera, Kim Wiseman; SECOND —Teresa Barg, Sue Farley, Vicki Woitaszewski, Brenda Luth, Jenny Harders; THIRD—Coach Zink, Barb Moreland, Barb Webster, Lori Lambrecht, Renae Bockstader, joy Faz, Coach Faden; FOURTH —Deb Merrick, Joyce Heinrich, Sheri Bond, Pam Isaac, Jan Stutzman. 2 Varsity team, FRONT —Teresa Thomsen, Patty Welch, Monika McGuire, Trena Rohrich, Sari Wetzel, Lori Stutzman, Student Manager- Pam Isaac; SECOND—Lori McCumber, Vicki Welch, Chris Volf, Teresa Burnett, Lynn Krolikowski, Becky Moreland, Sue Monson, Stacey Smith, Sue Faz, Student Manager-Kris Kucera, Coach Zink, Coach Faden. 3 Lori McCumber does high knees which was something different for the Volleyball warm-ups. 4 Freshmen players and coaches contemplating the next game against Gibbon. Coach Zink stated, I thor- oughly enjoyed working with such a talented and determined team. A nice way to begin my coaching career. The reserves found the going tough but played some good volleyball. They always seemed to start quickly but couldn't quite put the game out of reach. They almost beat Gibbon and Centura and showed they were capable of playing with any team. Highlights for the Freshman team included beating previously undefeated St. Cecilia and bringing home the second place trophy from the Freshman Conference Tour- nament. 1 Crowd looks on with anticipation as Patty Welch sets up the next play. 2 Teresa Barg goes up for a nice spike to defeat the opposing team. 3 Reserve team, FRONT- Kris Sanburg, Peggy Damratowski, Jennie Morosic, Melanie Jack; SECOND—Brenda Snodgrass, Val Schroeder, Shelley Sahling, Marta Jackson, Kelly Schroeder; THIRD- Brenda Junker, Beth Utecht, Koanne Rathman, Lynn Driml, Tamie Duncan, Julie Weddin, Coach Faden, Coach Zink. 45 Eagles Second In Conference Play Coach Jackson and his staff opened the season with 43 recruits making up the varsity team, replac- ing several graduates. Because many players were new, the team's lack of experience made it clear that they had their work cut out for them. The Eagles started out slow with losses to two top-rated teams- Fullerton and Adams Central. The Eagles failed to get a win, but they kept a positive attitude by bouncing back with four straight wins. Louplatte Conference was on the line when the Eagles faced the number one team. Gibbon, who was undefeated. Unfortunately, Gibbon remained undefeated in the Confer- ence. In the last game of the season, the Eagles came out on top after an exciting four quarters over Centura, 22-8. The Eagles ended their season with an impressive record of 5-3. 1 Dave Boroff runs the final yard for a big touchdown against Shelton. 2 Jim Knight gets great blocking for his 30-yard touch- down run against Shelton. 3 Participants on the varsity squad are, FRONT—Dave Boroff, Steve English, Randy Powell, Glenn Brown, Pete Dibbern, Monte Moss, Tom Babel, Randy Damratowski, Calvin Wiese, Craig Harders, John Otto, Bill Simpson, Jesse Soto, Stu. Mgr.-Wendell Stutzman. SECOND- Rob Hatton, Craig Meyer, Gary Zulkoski, Bob Peterson, Jon Husen, Craig Anderson, Dan Boroff, Mike Monson, Jon Fitchhorn, Monte Manka, Dave Ogden, Bill Bilslend, Duane Beed, Stu. Mgr.-Mitch Fnglish. THIRD—Coach Gene Neddenriep, Coach Paul Bachle, Don Partridge, Bryan Stutzman, Terry Boshart, Kevin Webster, Kurt Koepp, Jim Stevenson, Bill McCartney, Mick Wissing, Tony Webster, Ed Lilley, Steve Ripp, Ron Rickert, Jim Knight, Coach Howard Jackson, Stu. Mgr.-Scott Driml. $ o 2 Freshmen Join Senior High Ranks Wood River was very proud of its hard-working team. Because of their efforts, the Eagles tied for second place with Burwell in conference play and had six players chosen for the all-conference team. Those six were: Terry Boshart, Kevin Webster, Eddie Lilley, Jim Stevenson, Mick Wissing and Steve English. Honorable mention was given to Jim Knight and Don Partridge. Twenty-five enthusiastic fresh- men reported for grueling prac- tices. Their practices finally paid off with one big win over Centura, 22-8. However, they came up on the short side, losing to St. Paul, 2-20; Gibbon, 0-22; and Burwell, 0-34. 1 Eaglc's enthusiasm spreads in the huddle as they psyche themselves up for another big game. 2 Freshman squad, FRONT — jim Volf, Phil Dibbern, Dan Wescoatt, Jeff Damra- towski, Mike Leonard, John Volf, Kevin Goldstein. SECOND —Don Welch, Bill Brandt, Scott Sahling, Kyle Webster, Mike Wissing, Mike Mazour, Craig Boshart, Kevin Snodgrass, Todd Gill. THIRD —Barry McCoun, Gerry Krolikowski, Don Miles, Mike Webster, Ken Harders, Doug Rathman, Bob Clinch, Coach Gerald Robins. 3 Coach Jackson ponders another defensive strategy. 47 Eighth Graders Stunned Forty-one eighth grade foot- ball players worked on the basics this year, gaining a new experience in the field of football. Their practices were held in the early morning before school and during their Physical Education classes. They had a very short season consisting of three games. Even though they had a good team effort, they lost to Gibbon, 6-8; to Shelton, 6-18; and to Centura, 8-22. 1 Members of the squad are, FRONT —Kent Hartman, Scott Dennhardt, Terry Sweeney, Doug Schultz, Martin Wiseman, joel Rainforth, Tim Thienel, Casey Packer, Mark Cook, Dale Harders, David Wescoatt, Kirk Hartman. SECOND —Phil Turek,Lonnie Spiehs, Chris Glasenapp, Paul Luehr, Doug Carter, David Callahan, Marvin Wiese, Jim Rojas, Todd Wetovick, Scott Moss, Richard Glasser, Bryan Thomsen, Eddie Peppers. THIRD—David Dibbern, Doug Anderson, Darrel Horgesheimer, Robert Heminger, Todd Minor, Mark McCumber, Curtis Rohrich, Roger Luther, Jeff Weedin, Marty Johnson, Mike Smith, Martin Zulkoski, Richard Peters, Adolph Brandt, Coach Paul Bachle. 2 Wood River's offense struggles ever onward over their homefield for a first down against their opponent. 3 Eighth grade Eagle's defense works out a play together, and they tackle their men. Wood River's young wrestlers did a fine job this year, individually as well as a team. One-half of the 48 eighth grade boys took part in the action on the mats. They faced tough competition in their 6 duals, coming through with two victories over St. Paul, 22-10; and Ravenna, 23-17. Their losses went to Centura, 13-24; Loup City, 14-24; Gibbon, 26-33; and a close match with Shelton 24-25. Nine wrestlers placed in their weight class at the Gibbon Invita- tional, bringing home 2 firsts, 2 seconds, 2 thirds and 3 fourths. 1 Jr. High Wrestlers, FRONT —Doug Schultz, Joel Rainforth, Casey Packer, Dale Harders, Bob Blue, Lonnie Spiehs, Dave Wescoatt. SECOND— Eddie Peppers, Richard Peters, Paul Luehr, Scott Moss, David Callahan, Todd Wetovick, Chris Glasenapp, Jeff Weedin. THIRD— Roger Luther, Marty Zulkoski, Curtis Rohrich, Mark McCumber, Mike Smith, Adolph Brandt, Doug Anderson, Coach Leslie. 2 Doug Anderson winning over his opponent. 3 Young wrestlers are restless before meeting their opponents. Jr. Wrestlers Win Two Duals 49 Four Qualify for the State Tournament Wendell Dubbs captured second at the State Wrestling Tournament. Wendell won the silver medal by pinning ]im Gille- spie of Norfolk Catholic, decision- ing Keith Sheen of Gibbon 3-0 in overtime, and winning a referees' decision from Rex Schreiner of Weeping Water, before losing a 7-1 decision to John Horn of Milford. Also winning matches at the state tournament were sophomores Dan Boroff and Randy Damratows- ki. Freshman Phil Dibbern qualified but failed to win. Season records were as follows: Wendell Dubbs 23-9-1; Dan Boroff 18-14-1; Randy Damratowski 23-9; Phil Dibbern 11-11-1. 1 Mike Harders contemplates his move in his match in the double dual at Central Catholic. 2 Pete Dibbern does well at the Broken Bow Invitational; he receives fourth place. 3 Jon Fitchhorn estimates the power of his opponent from Columbus while wrestling at the Clarks Invitational. He does well, placing fourth in his weight class out of sixteen teams. 50 Dubbs Breaks School Records Wendell Dubbs has broken a number of the school's wrestling records. He has received the most points in a career-406; most take downs in a career-51 most reversals in a career-62; and most escapes in a career-22. Jon Fitchhorn had the most pins this season-12. He also holds the records for the most reversals in a season-31. In addition, Dan Boroff holds the record for the most escapes this year-18. 1 The Eagle Wrestling Squad: FRONT—Stu. Mgr.-Connie Soto, Randy Damratowski, Mike Harders, Kyle Webster, Craig Boshart, Pete Dibbern, Billy Dibbern, Dan Wescoatt, Phil Dibbern, Larry Weir, Stu. Mgr.-Jan Stutzman. SECOND — Kevin Simpson, William Bilslend, Monte Manka, Don Welch, Bill Rice, Jon Fitchhorn, Craig Harders, David Boroff, Dan Boroff. THIRD—Coach Schef- fler, Jon Husen, Wendell Dubbs, Kevin Webster, Steve Ripp, Bob Clinch, Mike Webster, Dave Redding, Cary Zulkoski, Terry Boshart, Asst. Coach Leslie. Not Shown — Kevin Goldstein. 2 Student Man- ager Connie Soto helps Coach Scheffler roll up the cleaned mats. Each day the mats are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. 3 Four Wrestlers qualified for the State Wrestling Tournament. They are: Dan Boroff, Phil Dibbern, Randy Damratowski, and Wendell Dubbs. 51 Girls Second in Conference The Girls' Basketball team improved in skills and techniques. Even though the girls ranked third in Conference they succeeded in taking second place in the Confer- ence Tournaments. All-Conference honors went to Kathy Harders and Teresa Thomsen. Reserve team, 1 FRONT —Vicki Welch, Debbie Kubert, Vicki Woitaszewski, Kris Kucera, Kim Wiseman. SECOND —Kathy Schultz, Veronica Soto, Teresa Barg, Marta Jackson, Barb Webster, Lori Lambrecht. THIRD—Coach Zink, Sue Faz, Sandy Ripp, Pam Racek, Ava Hiser, Michelle Jack, Deb Rickert, Coach Hawley. 2 Sari Wetzel out jumps her Ravenna opponent to boost for a victory. 3 Final instructions from Coach Zink to the Reserves. 52 For the 1977-78 season statis- tics showed as leading rebounder Sari Wetzel with 129; Teresa Thomsen was right behind her with 127 and Lynn Krolikowski with 95. Jennie Morosic was tops in steals with 47. Jennie Morosic had 31 assists, Kathy Harders had 30, and Lynn Krolikowski had 22. Top field goals percentage were Sari Wetzel, 37%; Teresa Thomsen, 35%; and Kathy Harders with 31%. Kathy Harders had the best free throw percentage with 67% and Teresa Thomsen having a 63%. 1 Accepting Second place trophy are seniors: Sari Wetzel, Jennie Morosic and Kathy Harders. 2 Varsity team, FRONT- Kathy Harders, Stacey Smith, Lynn Kroli- kowski, Patty Welch, Michelle Jack. SECOND—Vicki Welch, Deb Rickert, Jennie Morosic, Coach Hawley, Sue Faz, Coach Zink. THIRD —Kris Sanburg, Student manager, Ava Hiser, Monika McGuire, Teresa Thomsen, Sari Wetzel. 3 Teresa Thomsen isn't even bothered by defense as she shoots for two. 53 Eagles To State In '78 The Eagles took Districts at Grand Island Northwest by defeat- ing Gibbon, who had previously beaten them two times that season by one basket. With this win, the Eagles played Republican Valley, downing them with a basket by Darren Shupe in the final seconds to take Regionals held at Holdrege High School. Entering the State Tournament with a 13-8 record, the boys and Coach Dale Smidt were very optimistic. However, the Eagles lost in the opening round to top seeded Randolph. 1 FRONT—Glenn Brown, Tom Babel, Abe Rojas, Mark DeVore, Gail Struebing, Monte Moss, Bill Simpson, Mark Gembala, Luther Peppers; SECOND —Henry Brandt —Stu. Man., Jesse Soto, John Otto, Jerome Bilslend, Bob Peterson, Craig Meyers, Rob Hatton, Jeff McCartney, Delwyn Bruhn, Charlie Wortman, Steve English, Scott Driml—Stu. Man.; THIRD —Head Coach Dale Smidt, Bill McCartney, Kurt Koepp, Jerry Brandt, Darren Shupe, Dave Ogden, Mick Wissing, Craig Anderson, Jim Steven- son, Mike Lambrecht, Greg Jack, Tim Harders, Assistant Coach Gerald Robins. 2 FRONT—Mike Leonard, Mike Dobesh, Bob Lilley, Scott Sahling, John Volf, Matt Maloney; SECOND —Ken Harders, Todd Gill, Kevin Snodgrass, Barry McCoun, Tim Wetovick, Mike Mazour; THIRD—Coach Paul Bachle, Tom Harders, Mike Wissing, Tracy Longsine, Gerry Krolikowski, Doug Rathman. 3 Mick Wissing goes up for a stuff against Shelton in C-13 District action at Grand Island Northwest. 54 Trophies The Varisty team had an average of 60.8 points and their opponents had an average of 54.9. With much hard work, they placed second in Conference, second at the Conference Tournaments, first at Districts, and won their regional playoff. Seventeen Freshmen made up this year's basketball team. They won over Centura 61-29 for a big win. However, they met several tough opponents throughout the season. The young Eagles ended their season with a 1-9 record. 1 Doug Rathman steals a tip off from a Centura man to lead the Eagles to their only win. 2 Mike Lambrecht fights for possession of the ball in Reserve action against Centura. 3 Steve English shows skillful dribbling at the District Tournament at Grand Island Northwest. 55 Jr. High Has A Good Season The Jr. High Basketball team had a very exciting year, winning all of their games but one. With several players gone on a skiing trip, Shelton downed the Eagles 31-26. Other records are as follows: St. Paul 31 Wood River 32 Centura 23 Wood River 36 Gibbon 23 Wood River 36 The young players are looking forward to another good season next year. 1 FRONT—Craig Bead, Martin Wiseman, Tim Thienel, loci Rainforth, Doug Schultz, Casey Packer, David Wescoatt, SECOND- Adolph Brandt, Brian Thomsen, Richard Peters, Scott Moss, Todd Wetovick, Paul Luehr, THIRD—Coach Gene Neddenriep, Bobby Heminger, Curtis Rohrich, Mark McCumber, Mike Smith, Chris Callahan, Doug Anderson, Assistant Coach Tony Webster. 2 Richard Peters goes up for a rebound during the Gibbon game to assist the Eagles to a victory. 3 Coach Neddenriep gives instructions during a time out against Gibbon. 56 Jr. High Sets New Records The Jr. High Track Team set several new records this year. They are as follows: 100 Yd. dash, Roger Luther, 10.94; 220 Yd. Dash, Roger Luther, 25.0; 880 Yd. Run, Mike Smith, 2:16.7; 1320 Yd. Run, Mike Smith, 3:52.6; Discus, Martin Zulkoski, 125'2 ; 440 Relay, Mark McCumber, Adolph Brandt, Mike Smith, Roger Luther, 49.3; 880 Relay, Mark McCumber, Adolph Brandt, Mike Smith, Roger Luther, 1:44.2; Mile Relay, Mark McCumber, Marty Johnson, Curt Rohrich, Mike Smith, 4:17.5. 1 FRONT—Marty Zulkoski, Martin Wi- seman, Scott Moss, Monty Herrick, Joel Rainforth, Tim Thienel, David Wescoatt, Casey Packer, Scott Dennhardt, SECOND- Doug Anderson, Bobby Heminger, Adolph Brandt, Eddie Peppers, Todd Wetovick, Richard Peters, Paul Luehr, Chris Classnapp, Marvin Wiese, Student Manager, Greg Callahan. THIRD-Student Coach, Tony Webster, Jeff Weedin, Roger Sherman, Roger Luther, Mike Smith, Curt Rohrich, Marty Johnson, Mark McCumber, Coach Gene Neddenriep, Student Coach, Don Partridge. 2 Paul Luehr shows deep concentration before his race. 3 Winning the Wood River Invitational with a score of 175 to 88, the team shows off their championship trophy. 4 Adolph Brandt uses his speed in the long jump. 57 Girls Win Big in Dual With Gibbon After many hours of practice, the eighth grade girls were able to display their skills at four meets. These meets were held in Burwell; Loup Ciy, where they placed fourth out of six teams; Wood River, where they placed third out of seven teams and they won a dual with Gibbon. Five junior high records were broken by the end of the year. Records broken were in the 440 and the 880 yard relays, the 440 and the 880 run by joni Kucera and the 1320 yard run by Kristy Harders. 1 Melanie McTavish, Denise Harders, and Sheryl Burnett running in the 60 yard low hurdles. 2 Kristy Harders applying her last burst of speed as she nears the finish line. 3 Eighth grade track participants were: FRONT —Denise Harders, Barb Meier, Melanie McTavish, Mary Clinch, jeannie Redding, Tammy Wade, Joni Kucera, Lori O'Brien, and Denise Lilley. SECOND-Coach Isaac, Irene Taylor, Mary Johnson, Melody Duncan, Reynaldo Gallardo, Miriam Boroff, Lisa Rathman, Kristy Harders, Cindy Van Meter, Thelma Krolikowski, Lori Smidt, Stu. Mgr. Eva Kimminau. Ass't Kathy Harders. THIRD—Ass't Patty Welch, Marcelle Gloe, Betty Ciemnoczolowski, Cheryl Bruhn, Nancy Heinrich, Chris Shriner, Connie Powell, Sherri Skeen, Sheryl Burnett, Lori Opp and Ass't Teresa Thomsen. 58 Sixth Year As Conference Champs Wood River defended its conference golf crown and extend- ed its championship streak to six straight. Sophomores Doyle Rath- man and Dave Ogden placed first and second, respectively, in the tournament. Tom Babel was 10th, Lori McCumber, 13th, and Scott Driml, 14th. They placed sixth in districts out of twelve teams, while Dave Odgen qualified for state. He missed getting the 10th place by two strokes with a score of 86. 1 Members of the golf team were: FRONT —Todd Gill, Scott Driml, Shelley Sahling, Joyce Heinrich, Robert Lilley. SECOND —Mark Devore, Tom Babel, Jerome Bilslend, Wendell Dubbs Scott Sahling Doyle Rathman. THIRD —Francis Heinrich, Tony Webster, Jeff McCartney, Dave Ogden, Lori McCumber, Coach Smidt. 2 An elated group proudly displaying their conference trophy. 3 Doyle Rathman concentrates on his putt during the first meet of the year with Fullerton. 59 60 Underclassmen Lead Way To Seven Records A year of hard work paid off for the Eagles as they broke seven school records and qualified for State in four events. Cheryl Knox, Lori Lambrecht, and Vicky Woitas- zewski went to the State meet. Vicky placed second in the 440 Yd. dash. The Eagles won the Fullerton Relays and finished runner-up in both districts and the Wood River Invitational. The girls won a triangular with Holdrege and Hastings Adams Central. They finished third in the Minden Relays and fourth at the Red Raider Invitational. New records this year include Lori Lambrecht, 11.7 in the 100 yd. dash; Vicky Woitaszewski's record 26.9 in the 220 and 59.3 in the 440; and Stacey Smith, 11.7 in the 80 yd. low hurdles. Teamwork was impor- tant with three new relay records being set. The 880 relay team of Vicky Woitaszewski, Stacey Smith, Lori Lambrecht, and Ava Hiser set a new time of 1:52.4. In the mile relay Stacey, Lori, Vicky, and Kathy Harders set a record with time of 4:22.8. The new two-mile relay record of 11:07.4 is held by Jan Stutzman, Kris Kucera, Deanna Gloe, and Kathy Harders. 1 Competing in cold weather certainly tires you out. The girls are relaxing after a second place finish in the Wood River Invitational. 2 First—Patty Welch, Deanna Gloe, Peggy Damratowski, Deb Rickert, Linda Woods, Kathy Harders. Second—Coach Hawley, Carole Dethlefs, Lynn Krolikowski, Ava Hiser, Cheryl Knox, Teresa Thomsen, Coach Robins, Mgr. Pam Isaac. Not shown—Sue Monson, Mary Sutton. 3 Even though she fails to qualify for state, Kathy Harders has one of the fastest mile times in Class C. 4 A good handoff in the 880 relay sets a new record of 1:52.4. 'V, LMMrt. 1 • Eagles Send Eight Entries To State The Eagles had a very successful season ending with entries in eight State events. The team placed second in the Ord Invitational, second in the Wood River Invita- tional, first in Blue Hill's 25-team meet, first in the Ravenna Invita- tional, and second in Conference. The team completed the season by winning the C-7 District title. Larry Volf broke the long jump record with a jump of 22'1 ; Mick Wissing, the 440 with a time of 51.3 and bettered the high jump mark by a jump of 6'6 . The mile relay team of Tim Harders, Bryan Stutz- man, Dave Boroff, and Mick Wissing lowered the time to 3:32. Doug Rathman holds three Freshman records with a time of 8.3 in the 60 yd. high hurdles, 12.0 in the low hurdles, and 40' 9 3 4 in the triple jump. Tim Wetovick holds the long jump record with 19' 2 1 2 . Ken Harders broke the discus record with 149' 7 . The 880 relay team passed the old record with a time of 1:43.2; members are Bill Brandt, Phil Dibbern, Ken Harders, and Doug Rathman. The Team placed seventh in Class C. Larry Volf was second in the long jump; Mick Wissing, fourth in the high jump, Mike Lambrecht, fifth in triple jump, and the mile relay team, second. 1 Firsl—Tim Arbogast, Don Partridge, james Knight, John Otto, Jesse Soto, Rob Hatton, Gail Struebing, Monte Moss. Second—Mgr. Calvin Wiese, Gary Zulkowski, Kevin Webster, William Bilslend, Dave Boroff, Steve English, Bryan Stutzman, Darren Shupe, Larry Volf, Coach Bachle. Third — Mgrs. Jennie Morosic, Terri English, Coach Scheffler, Tim Harders, Charlie Wortman, Mick Wissing, Mike Lambrecht, Craig Anderson, Jim Stevenson, Bob Peterson, Coach Jackson. 2 Tim Arbogast wins the mile in the WRR-Northwest dual. 3 Mick Wissing's jump of 6’2 wins the Wood River Invitational. 61 Determination Leads To Success In a triangular with Gibbon and Shelton the Eagles placed first or second in all but one event to win the meet. In the annual Burwell invitational, the team held off a relay-strong Burwell squad to finish runner-up. In addition, the team sucessfully defended its title at the Centura Invitational, outscoring the closest team 122 to 86. The freshman girls participated in two meets finishing runner-up at both the Burwell Invitational and the Freshman Girl's Conference Meet. Many of the girls also participated at the varsity level. In addition, Sue Farley broke the Junior High discus record with a throw of 78' 6 . Deb Kubert also lowered her record of 13.2 to 12.8 in the low hurdles. 1 Front —Mike Wissing, Mike Wetovick, Mike Webster, Bob Clinch, Doug Rathman. Second —Don Miles, Don Welch, Kyle Webster, Ken Harders, Tracy Longsine, Tom Harders. Third —Jim Volf, Bill Brandt, Mike Dobesh, John Volf, Phil Dibbern, Mike Mazour, Coach Bachle. 2 Deb Kubert places 1st at Centura with a jump of 13' 10 1 2 . 3 Brenda Davidson throws 22’2' to place 4th in the Freshman Conference Meet. 4 Front- Brenda Davidson, Jan Stutzman, Melanie Jack, Kristi Sanburg. Second —Kelly Schroeder, Lori Lambrecht, Stacey Smith, Tamie Duncan, Vicky Woitaszewski, Marta Jackson. Third —Coach Hawley, Virginia Woitaszewski, Kris Kucera, Polly Dennhardt, Patty Kelly, Coach Robins, Mgr. Pam Isaac. 62 . . . to educate . . . to aid . . . to promote Behind every scholar there's a teacher. In fact, there's a whole school of teachers and administra- tion behind them. Some listen to college plans, drill the bones of the body into your head, and keep pushing you to get that book read. Other teachers though spend just as much time after school hours helping students. They're sponsors, coaches, direc- tors, secretaries, nurses, janitors, and counselors. Students don't realize that each administrator helps to guide us along that road of life and we definitely would be lost without them. A faculty member may tell us we're gifted with some talent. We in turn should tell them they have an even greater gift, they are good with people. A strong faculty and adminis- tration makes a strong school. Together they make up the back- bone. The staff also knows that, One Are We. 63 New Classes, Teachers, Coaches With the beginning of a new school year Wood River Rural High School had a total student enroll- ment of 418 for the 78 school year, down 16 from last year. Three new instructors joined the staff, Miss Faden in Home Ec., Miss Zink in Jr. High Science, and Mr. Lammers in Voc. Ag. Miss Faden and Miss Zink also coach volleyball and Miss Zink is the girl's reserve basketball coach. With the completion of the larger shop. Building Trades was added to the curriculum. The students became acquainted with carpentry, electrical wiring, plumb- ing, masonary and bricklaying. 1 Miss Faden, Home Ec.; Miss Zink, Jr. High Science; Ms. Gemmell, Jr. High English; Miss Maloney, French-English; 2 Mr. Casey, Social Studies, Mr. Morey, Shop; Mr. Hensley, Shop; Mr. Lammers, Voc. Ag.; 3 Miss Bayne, Business; Mrs. Gifford, Home Ec.; Mrs. Anderson, Vocal Music; Mrs. Leet, English-Speech; 4 Mr. Hogle, who helps the staff with candid shots, explains his techniques to Mr. Jackson, teacher of P.E. and health. 5 Mr. Farley, principal, takes part in an FHA fund raising carnival serving as a wet-sponge target. 64 Skills Another new class started this year was Library Skills. It is taken by the 7th grade and Mrs. Neddenriep is the teacher. Students learn how to use the library by finding books, using the encyclopedias, and doing research work. Some of the sur- rounding country schools came one day for an orientation of the library. Consumer Economics is a second semester class started this year for the Seniors. In the class they learn how to save and invest money, figure taxes on their paychecks, etc. Mr. Robins teaches the class which replaces Political Science. 1 Mrs. Graper, paraprofessional, and Clay Leeper enjoy playing cards. Depending on your class, you get 4 or 5 periods in the lounge a week. 2 Mr. Neddenriep, athletic director and business teacher, has many sports activities on his bulletin board. 3 Mrs. Neddenriep, Media Specialist; Mrs. Gil- liland, Jr. High Math; Mrs. Redwine, Remedial Services; Mr. Rempe, Special Ed. 4 Mr. Scheffler, History; Mr. Driml, Music; Mr. Robins, Dr. Ed.-Social Studies; Mr. Jack, Guidance Counselor. 5 Mr. Bachle, Math; Mr. Smidt, Math. 6 Mrs. Jack, who teaches English, tries out for the part of Fiver in Watership Down. 65 Staff Enjoys New Photocopier With the resignation of Mr. Farley, the School Board had the task of interviewing new principals. They finally agreed on Mr. David Watters from Superior. Mr. Watters took over July 1. The job of the secretaries was easier with the addition of a new photocopy machine. The new machine is faster and more efficient than the older one. It also produces a much more readable copy than the duplicator. Thus, lots of teachers had the secretaries run off materials for classroom use. This year was the first year that Adult Education classes were offered at the high school. They included: ballroom dancing, ma- crame, sewing, microwave cooking, typing, cake decorating, and powder puff mechanics. 1 Mr. Leslie, who teaches Biology, enjoys watching a pep rally. 2 Mr. Sich, Superinten- dent, has a busy job of planning school activities. 3 Mrs. Opp and Mrs. Voss, secretaries, show off the new photocopy machine. 4 Wood River Rural's School Board members are Mr. Calvin Heinrich, Mr. Raymond Engel, Mr. Ervin Mazour, Mr. Rodney Rathman, Mr. Lylle Rainforth and Mr. Donald Miller. 66 Experiments, Exercise, Encyclopedias The Physical Science class was busy doing many experiments. They were given mixtures and were told to separate and identify them. They had to identify the different properties of the chemicals. Some of the properties were: density, elasticity, thermal expansion, and boiling point. In P.E. class this year the students developed skills in tum- bling, badminton, volleyball, and doing routines on the trampoline. The classes enjoyed these recrea- tional sports and learned the rules of many games. Some new books were added to the library this year. They included mostly paperbacks and some hardbacks. The library also acquired three sets of ency- clopedias. They include the Amer- icana, World Book, and Collier's. 1 Mr. Hawley, science teacher, finds it hard to motivate his first period Physical Science class. 2 Mrs. Isaac, P.E. teacher, Melanie McTavish, and Barb Meier, observe a student demonstrating a knee drop. 3 Mrs. Kubert, paraprofessional, searches for overdue books. She also helps keep the library quiet and in order. 4 Mr. Isaac, art teacher, takes a night class in Typing so he will be able to type tests for his class. 67 New I hr rlnurnlary and high « lino) wrnt togrlhri .mil bought .1 NpMIMhArtHC to hr mrd in l K (« dionulmonat 1 rsusi itation) 1 t hr high m hool also bought a nrw m air to hr ttsrd in wrighing thr studrnts I wo nrw I rat hrt aidrs jolnrd thr %tal• this vrat Mrs Hrmingrr hr Ins Mis Knlwinr anil Mis Wirsr is Mi Knmpr's aldr they help studrnts with thrlr assignmrnts and answrr am iptrstions thry might have, Resusci-Anne 1 Mr Nmidt, nurse, keeps the students healthy during flu season. I Mrs. Schmidt, Mrs I (.inters, Mrs Barg, .md Mrs. Denzin prepat e the d.uly lunch for the students of Wood River Rural J The custodians, Mr. Bruhn, Mr lt|orklund, .md Mr. Schurer, help keep our school dean 4 Mrs. Heminger helps Mrs Redwme .is .1 teactier's aide. She is also helping Lori Stoppkotte on an assignment. S Mrs Wic se, teacher's aide, helps Man elle Cloe with her homework. 1 a . . . to dream . . . to search . . . to succeed Twelve years of security are suddenly growing dim for the graduates of 1978. High School days hold memories of the first dance, a favorite teacher, your most embar- rassing moment, writing endless reports, searching to find a suitable career, and finally hearing those long awaited words— Graduates, turn your tassels! Though part of our lives is now history, a new day has come. As we walk into the world we may at first stumble and find the going rough, but with what we've learned we'll each find the path right for us, or make one of our own. Even though each of us will go our separate way, in our hearts we'll always feel that no better class could ever be. We stand as one, for One Are We. 69 Seniors Meet Changes, Anticipate Future Change was the name of the game for the graduating class of 1978. They were the first class to have their pictures printed in color. This was made possible by a surplus of funds from their class treasury. The Homecoming royalty was crowned at half-time, changing another old tradition. Academically, the 1978 seniors were the first to study Consumer Economics. The class consisted of 60 members, one of them being Elisabeth Trulla, a foreign exchange student from France. Her stay in Wood River was from August, 1977 to July, 1978. Seniors proved to be multi- talented, taking many honors in sports, drama, speech, FFA; and they also gave a helping hand in raising money for the needy. Representing the seniors in the Miss Merry Christmas and Mr. Happy New Year Competition were Terri English and Fred Knight. Tim Arbogast Terry Boshart Jerry Brandt Angela Dibbern Doreen Dibbern Mark Dibbern Richard Driml Kay Dubbs Wendell Dubbs Teresa English Cynthia Filbin Sherri Frederiksen 70 Joanne Gall Christy Glasscr Cory Greenwood Kathleen Harders Tim Harders Francis Heinrich Ann Hensley Lori Hood Kathi Hostler Greg Jack James Knight Kurt Koepp Lanny Lambrecht Denise Larsen Christina Larson Clay Leeper 71 Combining Work With Pleasure 1 Cindy Filbin is hard at work in the Accounting Department in Office Practice class. The class ran their own business to get a better idea of what a real job is like. 2 Denise Patterson is helping Kim Wiese fingerpaint in preschool. The Adult Living classes conduct the preschool as a learning experience for themselves as well as the children. 3 Monkia McGuire is shown receiving her National Honor Society Certificate from Mr. Farley at the annual Honors Night, which was held May 11. 4 Denise Larsen plays the part of the beast in “The Beauty and the Beast, which is to be presented by the French Club at Foreign Language Day in Lincoln and in Kearney. 5 Molly Magruder (Kristi Rennau) author of “My Life as a Klutz is shown here after one of her “accidents. She is being helped by Wendell Dubbs as Johnny Parson (Larry Volf) looks on. 6 Darren Shupe seems to have been approached by an unidentified being and went into shock. He later found out it was just another wild and crazy guy. 7 Ron Rickert appears to be ready for anything as he shows off his tremendous muscles. 8 Some of the members of the Senior English class are shown here running off their school paper, The Weird Harold. The articles were submitted by the members of the class and included sports articles, jokes, want ads, and other news worthy items. Eddie Lilley William McCartney Mark McCoun Monika McGuire Chris Mead Michael Meier Verda Miles Bobbi Moffett Jennie Morosic, Sec. Denise Patterson Kristi Rennau Ronald Rickert, V. Pres. Cathy Riesland, Pres. Stephen Ripp Trena Rohrich Cynthia Schmidt 74 Wanda Schultz Sandra Schurer Darren Shupe Maria Soto Mary Sutton, Treas. Allen Thompson Elisabeth Trulla Lawrence Volf Donna Waite Kurt Warnke Anthony Webster Kevin Webster Patricia Welch Michael Wetovick Sarilee Wetzel, Stu. Co. Esther Zavala DENOTES NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 75 76 Cherish Yesterday Live Today Dream Tomorrow Graduating on May 21, 1978, were the sixty members of the Senior Class. Royal blue and silver were the class colors, with the white rose being the class flower. The processional was played by Kay Hensley, with flute accompan- iment by Patty Welch and Angela Dibbern. Dream a Dream was sung by the senior vocal students. Vocal solos were performed by Monika McGuire and Terry Bo- shart. Honor addresses were given by Ronald Rickert, Patty Welch and Trena Rohrich. Each student spoke on one segment of the motto. The poem Desiderata was recited by Kristi Rennau. Ushers for the evening were Deanna Gloe, Deb Rickert, Don Partridge and Calvin Wiese. Select- ed as Honor Guards were Lynn Krolikowski and Mick Wissing. 1 Lynn Krolikowski and Mick Wissing lead the class in the processional. 2 After receiving their diplomas, the seniors are turning their tassels. 3 Kathy Harders is happy but at the same time is holding back the tears. 4 Tony Webster is shown receiving a scholarship from Mr. Sich. 5 Part of the graduates look on as Kristi Rennau reads Desiderata. to question to learn to answer Underclassmen life isn't always easy. It definitely has its up and downs. Many times they may wish they were graduating, but after thinking twice, underclassmen realize they still have time to do the things they want to do. The classes are always con- cerned with raising money. At different intervals throughout the year, these underclassmen become salesmen. Friends and neighbors hear so many sales pitches, they find themselves with forty boxes of candy, thirty magazine subscrip- tions, or other things they don't really need. What they get in return is the satisfaction of knowing they helped. Typing, biology, algebra, and history are all part of every student's life. You get out of it what you want to get out of it. Classes are fun with others. In a sense we're all growing up together. So we really do follow the saying, One Are We. 77 Seventh Graders Learn The Metric Way Seventh graders came to the high school with mixed feelings. One student remarked, I imagined they (teachers) would scream at me if I asked a question; but after meeting them, I found that I was wrong. New experiences included an introduction to library skills which was a new class. Regular classes meant moving from one room to another. Students improved skills in metric concepts by converting their measurements, weight and height to metric units. Bill Abbott Patty Apfel Paul Barker David Bartlett Chris Beed David Beed Diane Bilslend Shannon Baehler john Blue Ladona Braman Henry Brandt Laura Brandt Kelly Brewster Rhonda Bremer Sandy Cosner Terry Curfman Dean Dennhardt Joy Dubbs Mitch English Lisa Filbin Mark Gloe Michael Gloe Gary Gray Michael Groff Cathy Hammond Gary Harders Patricia Hargens Sheila Hayden Tim Hieb Johnny Howard Shdncll Ingle Kris Jackson William Kelly Daryl Krolikowski Kyle Koepp Denise Kubert Donna Kubert Michelle Leonard David Luth Russell Merrick Dennis Miles Vickie Myers Deborah Niemoth LeAnn Packer Lee Ann Peppers Chris Peters Tim Putscher Chad Rathman Monte Rainforth Daisy Richardson Laura Rojas Shaun Schooley Teresa Smidt Louis Soto Teresa Soto Joseph Soto Cheryl Spiehs Julie Spiehs Wendell Stutzman Stacey Tessendorf Peggy Welch Michael Weinrich Michael Wiese Robert Wiseman Susan Wortman 79 Eighth Grade Shows Christmas Spirit Seventy-nine eighth graders kept busy solving problems, doing research in the library, attempting their first dissection of a clam and writing poetry for a class project. Their best poetry was made into a booklet and all outstanding writing was posted in the Writer's Corner. Curtis Rohrich and Barb Meier took part in collecting money to buy groceries for the needy. Barb was named Miss Merry Christmas for collecting the most money in grades 7-12. Spirit was the name of the game when the members of the class helped the junior high win the much-sought spirit frog. Mark McCumber was the student council representative. 80 Doug Anderson Craig Beed Robert Blue Miriam Boroff Adolph Brandt Rory Brown Cheryl Bruhn Sheryl Burnett David Callahan Greg Callahan Doug Carter Betty Ciemnoczolowski Mary Clinch Mark Cook Wayne Cook Scott Dennhardt David Dibbern Melody Duncan Reynalda Gallardo Chris Glasenapp Richard Glasser Marcelle Gloe Dale Harders Denise Harders Kristy Harders Kent Hartman Kirk Hartman Nancy Heinrich Bob Heminger Monty Herrick Darrel Horgeshimer Mary Johnson Marty Johnson Eva Kimminau Thelma Krolikowski Joni Kucera Matt Leeper Denise Lilly Paul Luehr Roger Luther Jeff Manka Mark McCumber Melanie MeTavish Barb Meier Todd Minor Scott Moss Laurie O'Brien Lori Opp Casey Packer Eddie Peppers Richard Peters Connie Powell Joel Rainforth Lisa Rathman Jeannie Redding Dale Rice Melvin Roberts Curtis Rohrich Jim Rojas Pauline Salinas Doug Schultz Roger Sherman Sherri Skeen Lori Smidl Mike Smith Lonnie Spiehs Terry Sweeney Irene Taylor Tim Thienel Bryan Thomsen Phil Turek Cindy VanMeter Tammy Wade Jeff Weedin David Wescoatt Todd Wetovick Marvin Wiese Martin Wiseman 81 Freshmen Succeed in Money-Making Project With 81 members, the 1977-78 Freshman class is the largest class in Wood River Rural High's history. Graduation will be in 1981- 81 for 1981. Leaders for the group are Pam Isaac, president; Tammy English, secretary; Joyce Heinrich, treasurer, and Teresa Barg, student council representative. Candy sales was the money- making project. All members worked hard under the supervision of class sponsor, Mrs. Anderson, to bring in over $1,000. Jackie Baehler Teresa Barg Robyn Bilslend Renae Bockstadter Sheri Bond Craig Boshart Larry Braman Bill Brandt Tammy Brandt Robert Clinch Jeff Damratowski Brenda Davidson Polly Dennhardt Phil Dibbern Mike Dobesh LouAnn Dubbs Tammy English Jimmy Falcon Susan Farley Joy Faz Kevin Gehle Todd Gill Kevin Goldstein Barb Harders Darrell Harders Jenifer Harders Ken Harders Tom Harders Shelly Hayden Joyce Heinrich Jeff Horgeshimer Kevin Hostler Henry Husen Pam Isaac Patty Kelly Gerry Krolikowski Deb Kubert Kris Kucera Lori Lambrecht Mike Leonard Bob Lilley Tracy Longsine 82 Steve Wortman Patty Zavala Deb Zulkoski Brenda Luth Matt Maloney Mike Mazour Barry McCoun Doug Mead Deborah Merrick Howard Metz Don Miles Kathy Moffett Barb Moreland Pam Racek Doug Rathman Kenda Rathman Eddie Roberts Scott Sahling Julian Salinas Greg Schurer Rodney Sherman Dan Smith Kevin Snodgrass Lori Stoppkotte Jan Stutzman James Volf John Volf Barb Webster Kyle Webster Mike Webster Larry Weir Don Welch Dan Wescoatt Tim Wetovick Dianna Whitten Kim Wiseman Mike Wissing Vicky Woitaszewski Virginia Woitaszewski 83 New Classes, New Experiences for Sophomores The Sophomore class hosted a chili feed at a basketball game bringing in over $400 for class projects and next year's prom. The class was led by Jon Husen, President; Kristi Sanburg, Vice President; Julie Weedin, Secretary; Kristi Terjak, Treasurer; Jeff McCartney, Student Council Re- presentative; and Mrs. Isaac, Class Sponsor. The sophomores had many new experiences in their classes this year including learning typing skills, giving their first speech, and displaying dissecting skills in Biology. Several sophomores became involved for the first time in varsity competition. M Craig Anderson Tom Babel Ben Beebe Jerome Biislend Dan Boron David Bor off Lora Braman Delwyn Bruhn Randy Damratcnvski Toni Dennhart Mark DeVore Billy Dibber n Peie Dibbern Lynn Driml Tamie Duncan Craig Edwards Steve English Margie Falcon Shannon Farley Ion Fitchhorn Sharon Fimimons start Gembala Craig Harders Mike Harders km Husen Melanie lack MicheBe lack Marta Jackson Brenda lunker Todd Knecht Duane Krolikowski Mark Larson Monte Manka Jeff McCartney Laurie McTavish Craig Meyer Ronnie Miles Mike Monson Becky Moreland Monte Moss David Ogden John Otto Bob Peterson Luther Peppers Doyle Rathman Koanne Rathman Abe Rojas Lori Ruhl Shelley Sahling Rosa Salinas Kristi Sanburg Kelly Schroeder Stacey Smith Jesse Soto Veronica Soto Brenda Spiehs Scott Spiehs Gail Struebing Kristi Terjak Donna Thompson Beth Utecht Chris Volf Candy Warnke Julie Weedin Wendy Weinrich Not Shown: Gary Zulkoski 86 Juniors Spend Time, Energy, Money The highlight for many juniors this year was the junior-senior prom. The juniors raised money for the prom by the sales of magazines which brought over $1500 of profit. The class leaders were Lynn Krolikowski, President; Lori Stutz- man, Vice President; Martha Gloe, Secretary; Teresa Thomsen, Trea- surer; Lori McCumber, Student Council Representative; and Mrs. Gilliland, class sponsor. Denise Acker Duane Beed William Bilslend Sandy Bockstader Rachel Boroff Glenn Brown Teresa Burnett Peggy Damratowski Sandi Davis Jerry Derr Carole Dethlefs Brenda Eickhoff Susan Faz Don Gall Deanna Gloe Martha Gloe Harvey Green Dan Harders Jolene Harders Vaughn Harders Kay Lynn Hargens Rob Hatton Kay Hensley Ava Hiser Cheryl Knox Lynn Krolikowski Mike Lambrecht Janice Learned Barry Longsine Lori McCumber Ken McIntyre Greg Mead Michelle Meier Ramona Miles Susan Monson Mike O'Neill Don Partridge Bob Peters Randy Powell David Redding Bill Rice Deb Rickert Sandy Ripp Val Schroeder Kathy Schultz Bill Simpson Kevin Simpson Brenda Snodgrass Jeff Sperling Jim Stevenson Bryan Stutzman Lori Stutzman Doug Terjak Tim Terjak Corena Thompson Teresa Thomsen Connie Warner Lorie Weir Vicki Welch Val Wescoatt Calvin Wiese Mick Wissing Ken Woitaszewski Linda Woods Charlie Wortman The Life of a Junior High Student 88 Junior High Life can be awful busy. Many of the seventh and eighth grade students learn a lot in those two years. The troubles is there's a whole new list of things to learn in senior high. Whether it's learning metric measurements, finding out how the stage lights work or just goofing around, it's all part of the life of a junior high student. . . . to buy . . . to sell . . . to sponsor A school needs support behind it just like anything else. Wood River Rural's support comes from parents and Wood River business people. Thanks to their purchasing of class money making projects and their attendance at games, we continue to move on. A big thanks goes to all of the businesses that bought ads so we can put out a yearbook at Wood River Rural that people can appreciate. We as students can work and learn from the businesses too, because someday one of us may be doing what they are doing. With all the support given by our sponsors we realize they also know a spirit. A spirit which keeps everything going smoothly. 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GAS Phone: 583-2404 or 647-9267 The annual staff would like to thank the following people for their help and cooperation in producing the annual: The faculty The advertisers Mr. Don Bartelt Mr. Ed Hogle Miss Connie Swanson And especially our advisor Ms. Bayne 105 Doing Your Own Thing Doing your own thing with friends can make all the differ- ence. Friends can make the most boring situations come to life. Frienos are what make memories. A person can do their own thing Dy themselves, but with someone else the situation can be more meaningful. Sharing ideas, cooperating and accomplishing something as one. 1 Larry Volf is doing his own thing in the pole vault. Up and he's over! 2 AII we ever see Kathy Harders doing is running. This is her idea of coed running. 3 Linda Woods and Clay Leeper audition for the music album singing, Follow Me. 4 Cold and windblown is what Carole Dethlefs is. The hayrack ride seems to take a lot longer when it's cold outside. People can hardly wait to get near that huge bonfire. 5 The freshmen are more anxious to eat the candy than sell it. For weeks they'll be trying to push mints, toffee-ettes and other chocolates on to people. 106 Just Being Yourself 1 These guys are always putting on a show Ta daaaa . . .!! 2 The score's tied, but Buster Peppers stays calm and cool. 3 Somewhere inside that coat is Jennie Morosic. 4 This was the first year the Student Council sponsored a Foosball Tournament. Craig Anderson and Duane Beed were the winners in the doubles tournament. Duane also won the singles tournament. 107 One Are We Thinking it over WRR students have had a pretty good year. New experiences, wins and losses, trophies, opening nights, dances, personal accomplishments and a lot of fun filled memories. All of these things included many people and to make things work you have to work together. Clubs, groups, teams and classes are full of individuals, but at WRR their achievements are made when they act as one. At WRR, One Are We. 1 Posing for the camera as always are Dave Boroff, Kevin Webster, Bryan Stutzman, and Fred Knight. 2 Elvis in person! Mark McCoun made this bust for the Fine Arts Festival. 3 )uniors are so affectionate. Just ask Don Partridge, he's being smothered by Duane Beed and Jim Stevenson. 4 Perform- ing are Teresa Thomsen, Lynn Krolikowski and Monika McGuire on her saxaphone, Thelma Lou. 5 David Dibbern and Teresa Burnett are good buddies. 108 i mBjj, Have a Pepsi day! HI WALSWORTH Murcrlinc. Mo., U.S.A.