East High 1985 Yearbook

During study hall junior Janelle Wunderlich reads some enjoyable literature.

B~lng educated was not limited • to just sitting in a desk. While the ""I' required classes stressed the basics, a .J.. he life of a student extended wide selection of electives allowed far beyond the 350 minutes spent in students to become proficient in areas classes each day. Movies, dances, sports of individual interest, such as learning events,jobs, or sometimes even home- to fly, cook, or make furniture. Other work, occupied the void which began classes dealt with developing student when the 3:00 p.m. tone buzzed. The talent in areas such as drama, music, Epic explores the total life of the debate, and journalism. student, ranging from rock concerts to parents.

Senior Lisa Dobbs was one of the many contestant.<, in the Art Club Halloween Contest.

AtPhysical fitness was a national craze, and sports made it.possible to remain in top physical shape. lturt by small numbers, the team records did not always show the personal satisfaction which came from surviving another season of tough workouts. The extensive, after-school intramural program remained a year round favorite of both the junior and senior high students, as well as an occasional faculty team.

From the tiniest seventh grader to 280 pound Senior Kent Wells, the students were the essence of Spartan spirit. Although limited in size to a mere 942 senior high students and 628 junior high, their achievements brought much recognition to the entire school. The Epic shows the faces of :East High students and faculty and spotlights individual accomplishments.

businesses were of great importance to students, providingjobs, merchandise outlets, and in some cases, hangouts. The reverse was also true, with stores expecting a good cash flow from young people in the food, clothing, and record departments. The clearest example of student-store dependence came at 12:35 p.m. each school day, when :East Park's Food Village and the 66th and 'O' McDonald's were invaded by starving Spartan teenagers. •

a reserve volleyball game, sophomore Ruth Spethman serves the ball against Lincoln High at Johnson Gym.

B eing a reserve cheerleader at tennis meets in 00-degree weather was tiringbusiness,as shown by Junior Staci Miller.

Piece of the Pie Pizza Place at ~st Park Plaza's Food Village became the food source for countless Spartans over the noon hour.

Dons for a day, Apollonaires Dana Crandall

halftime of the Norfolk game with their 'Girls and Kathy Borman entertain a home crowd at Just Want to Have Fun, routine

Photo by Steve Petty

Lu, an eighth grad her horse, "Arboria Cavalier, ,Prepares to show State Fair. Together th er, at the Nebraska award for showmanship: won a second place

We Want You.. Low numbers cause concern

A severe shortage In the Spartan ranks made a recruitment campaign like the one above almost a reality. With 946 senior high students, we were the smallest public high school in Lincoln. Our troops looked pale next to the 1682 of Lincoln High, the 1466 ofSoutheast, and the 1300 ofNortheast.

The 592 students in the junior high ranks added a little more force to our cheering section, but their size did not give much hope for future enlargement at the high school level

When East High opened in 1967, its enrollment was around 1500 students. That total rose s teadily over the next few years until 1975 when it began a decrease that has yet to bottom out. Hoping to at least stabilize the present enrollment and prevent East from dropping to Class B, the school board drew new boundary lines which were to take effect in the fall of 1985 Their treaty turned an area of the Southeast district, known as Colonial H ills, into legal Spartan territory.

Fortunately, smallness in size did not produce smallness in spirit, in academic rigor, in athletic prowess, or student life in general. In fact, our trainiiig ground was named one of the top 200 in the nation. We received the Excellence in Education Award from President Reagan in September, 1984 (see related article on page 84).

Rex Hagans, the man who investigated the quality of our school life for the President, summed up the spirit he found by saying, ''The general tone ofthe interaction among students could best be described as lively and spirited. The halls before school and between classes were filled with animated discussion. The freedom expressed as a value by the principal and by parents was evident in students' conduct in the hallways. Tue general feeling was similar to that of a college campus rather than a typical high school"

Lw numbers took their toll on the football team. Senior Ching Johnson, a defensive back, watches the Spartans beat Norfolk, one of only two victories.

The :East varsity football team met Grand Is1and face-to-face at Seacrest Field for the season-opener. The Islanders beat East, 20-7.

Head twirler Denise Unruh performs at halftime ofthe Westside game. Unruh was one of four twirlers.

Photos by Clui.sty Bolen, Stacey Skold, Jean Lu, and St.eve Petty

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Besides that school-wide award, several enlisted youth received individual medals of honor reflecting well on the troops as a whole. Within our camp were two National Merit semifinalists (Amy Garwood and Jeff Miller), the national high school editorial writing champion (Merry Hayes), Miss Lincoln and Miss Lancaster County representatives to the state teen beauty pageant (Yolonda Moss and Colleen Blad, respectively), the state cross country champion (Scott Hollestelle in 1983), the m.c. of the Nebraska Scholars' Institute (Tonja Holder), and the list went on.All ofthe above students were enrolled in the 12th division ofthe Spartan Corps, due to their two years previous experience in high school combat.

The goal of many raw recruits was to win a graduation badge with academic honor stars.But it was a difficult task, indeed, as the students enrolled at the 70th and "A" training center tended to be intense and competitive. A 1.21 grade point average, with one being the top on a seven-point scale, was required for a senior to be in the top 10% of his/her class. The upper 25% of the class included those with a grade point average better than 1.75. From ·the beginning of boot camp to the completion of training, ten of the 313 seniors tied for first place rank, with straight-one grades through their high school academic career.

Trainees did not just pull 8 to 3 duty, however. Most of the enlisted voluntarily stayed after school to get involved in sports ( especially the pop-

The library provided a much quieter place to think than the cafeteria, which was used for study ball.

ular intramural program), various clubs, or just to socialize.

• A year in the Spartan Corps had lasting benefits. It provided the rookies with invaluable experience to build on, and the older ones with a sense of the life they would soon experience on their own.

After two rank promotions at the high school level, students were fully prepared to graduate, ha"\ing spent some 555 days in high school training. With a shake ofthe hand ofthe Colonel, Principal Bil Moss, the enlisted seniors became citlzens,readyto take up whatever duty they chose to pursue.

A sense of the Spartan Spirit and three years' worth of blµe and whitetinted memories wouldstaywith them always, though, for it was the year of

THE FEW,

THEPROUD, THE SPARTANS!

~llonairesAngteDesmond, Mavis Fletcher, and Robyn Elefsrud perform at a September pep rally. The twelve senior and junior girls of theApollonaireschoreogmphed their own dance routines.

Jun1or Buffy Schneider takes a break from studying In the library.

Photos by Stacey Skold, Julie Siedband., and Steve Petey

Before leaving on a trip to

Decorating for the Junior High Barn Dance requiredsomestretcbingforninthgrader Debby

The dance wassponsoredbytheJunior High Student Council.

Nine Mile Prairie, Melissa Foster, Anna Gottschalk. Amy Amack, Mellsse. Sanford, and Cindy Bair relax on the lawn. Each of Mr. Watt's biology classes spent one day studying the prairie.

Sbru:pee.

•Art Oub member Julie Townsend paints fellow eighth grader Jenny Poyer's face at Blue & White Night.

Photo by Steve Petty

Student recruits found that their trnlningwas not limited to the grounds of the campus itself. Certainly there were recreational activities there-three plays, the "My Fair Lady" musical presentation, and frequent dancesbut trainees were also permitted to sample the lively diversions ofLincoln, a college and government town ofabout 180,000 civilians.

Lincoln did have its share of entertainment spots. Movies at one of the ten indoor theatres or three outdoor drive-ins were a popular we~kend choice. Or, one could always catch a play at the Lincoln Community Playhouuse Being a college town, the city was geared toward young people with the modern Centrum shopping center downtown and two malls in East Lincoln

But students learned that having fun cost money. Therefore, a job was almost a necessity. Students could be found working in grocery stores, at Selection Research ( a large corporation devoted to polling and opinion sampling), movie theatres, fast food restaurants, or many other places.

When long weekends came ( if trainees didn't sleep in too late), they headed out of town. Some went skiing, others went to nearby Omaha or Kansas City. Some senim;s spent their free time visiting college campuses.

And no matter what else was going on, there was always time for food. Ted & Wally's Ice Cream Parlor became a hotspot, as well as the four McDonald's hamburger havens in town. For those special occasions students ate at Brittany's or the Exchange. Valentino's remained an all-around favorite for pizza and a re!Ilarkable Italian buffet.

It was not difficult for students to have a very busy social life. The latest happenings could be discovered by listening to the daily announcements for school events such as plays or sports events, or listening to the chatter of fellow recruits for word on the latest hangout or party. In both small groups and large, daily existence was made a little more exciting by interaction among THE FEW, THE PROUD, THE SPARTANS!

T hose three months of sheer heaven sped by before most of us even realized it · was summer. Students were too busy working, traveling, roasting in the sun, or just plain relaxing. Homework and the pressures of school were replaced by heat waves and drive-in movies.

For most people, though, summer vacation wasn't complete freedom or sleeping until noon. In reality, students genuinely worked hard, or at least worked hard at having fun.

Entering the work force was one way students spent their summer. Having a job really paid off in terms of making new friends and dealing with responsibilities, not to mention the money. Money earned was put towards college, a car, clothes and social outings.

But not everyone stayed in Lincoln. East High students could be found inmanyplacesaround the globe. Schoolrelated trips gave the students a chance to travel with a sponsor and other students.

Europe was invaded by students in places like Germany, France, Spain, and Holland.

"I enjoyed meeting people from around the world," said Cathy Hemann. "It was really interesting finding out about different countries." Hemann was a part of the German exchange program.

One lucky sophomore, Erica.Birky, went on a cruise among the Greek Islands. The People-to-People program took students to many different countries in Europe, one of them being Yugoslavia.

Not everyone was traveling over the summer. Students intent on perfecting a skill went to a camp or a clinic. Summer school was a way for people to get required classes out of the way. It gave students something prodtJ.ctive to do and earn credit at the same time.

There were also people who took full advantage of their summer by catching up on their favorite soap opera or working on the perfect tan.

"The best things about summer are no homework and Donahue," said senior Kathy Borman, referring to one oftelevision's most popular talk shows.

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.Am.ving via cruise ship from the Greek island ofRhodes, Erica Birky and her mother Amy head for customs in Turkey. Later that day, Erica and her mother went on to Ephesus, a place famed for it.s antiquities.

~lling in Colorado was one of the ways junior Angie Desmond spent her time during the hot summer months

"Clean Up That Room!"

Bedrooms sloppy despite neat decorations

Did you have a glass of curdled milk under your bed? A dirty sock stuck to your wall? Clothes stacked so high you couldn't find the phone?

If you answered yes to any or all of the above questions, then you would have qualified as a card-carrying, dues-paying teenager, an age group not particularly noted for maintaining clean, sparkling, well-organized bedrooms. Despite the cl.utter, however, many students came up with some creative ideas for decorating their rooms.

Some rooms had dazzling poster collections of movie stars and music celebrities.Junior Kim Beavers' favorite was the singer Prince. She started collecting Prince posters when she saw the movie Purple Rain and went to his concert in Omaha. "He's just totally cool," she mentioned when sh~ heard his name.

Junior Tish Hermsmeyer had a specially customized room. Her father built a desk into the wall and he also took a wall out and put in a sliding glass door. "I had something to do with the decorating, but my dad did most of it," commented Tish.

• Sophomore Kristin Gutz's room featured the collectable look with an extensive assortment of teddy bears in all shapes, forms, and sizes. She also had China dolls sufficiently scattered about. "I don't know how I got started collecting things," explained Kristin. "It just happened.

Although most rooms had something crazy, unique, or wild about them, nearly all were just plain messy.

By Amy Weyand

While attempting to do her homework, sophomore Kristin Gutz has a father figure to look over her shoulder. This bear was only one of her many collectables.

Delightful disorder was often the rule of the day at senior Mary Olsen's home.

A phone call didn't stop junior Angie Desmond from studying, especially since her phone was a teen line conveniently located in her room.

In need of wallpaper? Junior Bill Bromfield said why not use posters? He had thirty-three posters covering his walls featuring movies Uke Tootsie, Psycho II, and Terms of Endearment. Bill also had a collection of eight speakers dispersed through his room. "I just love the sound!" he exclaimed.

by Christy Bolen, Stacey Skold, and Mary Olsen

This drafting table made an excellent desk for ninth grader Jason Skold.

Sitting in her upstairs bedroom, junior Kim Beavers admires her hero.

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Friday, 2:45 p.m.

T. G. I. F.

63 hours of freedom _

"Why," you ask yourself, "is Friday always the longest day of school?"15 more minutes and the weekend will officially begin. Plans have to be made, "Who's going out with who?""Can you drive?" F"mally the bell rings. You've gained freedom for at least two days.

5:30p.m.

After dinner you hop in the shower to get ready for the big game. After the game there'll be a dance. Panic strikes you as you asked yourself, "What am I going to wear?" After deciding on the perfect outfit you check yourself in the mirror for the 'last' time and decide to change.

7:30p.m.

You get to the stadium when you realize you've left your activity ticket at home. Luckily your friends all chip in and buy your ticket. You talk to everyone you know through the first half then check out the Appollonaires new routine at halftime. You realize that the team is losing and figure it's because you weren't watching. You find seats and cheer the team to a victory.

Saturday, 12:15 a.m.

You quietly sneak into the house and tiptoe to your room. You wonder why your friends' curfews all seem later than yours. Of course your mother hears you so you have to explain why you're 15 minutes late. The flat tire excuse works again.

11:25 a.m.

The phone rings, and rings, and rings. You groggily lean over and pick up the receiver. "Hi" a loud voice seems to scream into your still sleeping ear. "I've been up since 8:00 how 'bout you?" At this point you decide you hate all people who get up before noon. You and your friend decide to "play it casual" all day and hang around downtown shopping for new clothes, eating, and watching members ofthe opposite sex.

2:00 p.m.

You've been downtown for an hour and have already spent every cent that you had. "Uh, Oh!" You realize that you now have no money for that big date tonight. Mom arid Dad will probably let you borrow 810. You pray it will cover the movie and some food afterwards. By 3:00 you're hungry so you drop by Ted & Wally's for ice cream. Boy, are you glad you are with a generous person who's willing to pay for your mix-ins.

7:00p.m.

As you wait for your date to pick you up, awful thoughts cross your mind.

Happy that the weekend has finally arrived, Deb Brage and Darryl Thorne leave school with big plans for their Friday nights.

You've been ready for half an hour. "What if he doesn't show?" "Will my parents approve of him?" Finally you hear a car pull into the driveway and the doorbell rings. After introducing them to your family and the dog, the two ofyou go to the movie that everyone in town is talking about. It also seems as though everyone in town is in line to see it. Of course,you walk in after it's started and end up sitting behind the rallest man you've ever seen in your life.Afterwhatseemslikeforeveryour date and you are finally holding hands.

9:53p.m.

Pulling into Valentino's parking lot your stomach growls. Nervously and hungrily you glance up at your date who just smiles back. Certain that nothing will go wrong tonight, you trip over the front step and into the lobby. All of your friends decide to eat there too so you're doubly embarrassed.

Sunday, 7 :30 a.m.

Waking to the alarm clock you wonder why church has to start so early. You're sure you could be more religious if it started at a more reasonable hour. Services seem to last for ever, hut by the third hymn you are fast asleep. You awake to a sharp jab in the side by your older sibling.

After lunch you decide to spend the day at home watching football. You •finally get around to digging out your room which pleases your parents.

5:00p.m.

Grandma and Grandpa come over to visit, so dinner with them is_mandatory. They say the usual things, "My, how you've grown! You're getting to loo just like your mother. What grade did you say you were in?"

8:00p.m.

Since "60 Minutes" is over and you're feeling intellectual you break out your homework. It seems that the weekend lasted 10 minutes as you look back. Then one of your friends calls to complain that tomorrow is Monday and the two of you end up talking till 10:00.

Monday, 12:30 a.m.

You've finally finished the dreaded AP paper that you put off until tonight and go to bed praying you'll pass this semester.

6:30 a.m.

The alarm goes off. The dreaded day is here again. Another week begins.

By Joni Birdsall

Trying hard not to wake her

Photos by Christy Bolen, Stacey Skold, Jana Arnold.

"P1ay1ng it casual", Sarah Digman and Kristin Gutz look at the variety of socks available at the Backstage store in East Park.

parents, Kathy Erickson sneaks into her bedroom after breaking her curfew.

Dressed tomeetthesemi-formalrequirement of the October 12 Homecoming

seniors

sitting in the courtyard, junior Kim Goertzen exhibits the ankle bracelets, baggy sweaters, and flat wooden-soled shoes which were common attire.

Dance,

Linda Weyand, Paul Vensky, Trevor Norland, Jackie Falconer, Scott Johnson, Sheri Neeman, and Cheri Saylors pose for the Picture Man.

Displaying the latest fad in shorts,juniorJulie Ferguson t.akes a break from cleaning her locker.

The British Are Coming Rock stars influence fashion

What did Boy George and Annie Lennox have in common? Believe it or no~ much more than orange hair. They were both key principals in the second Great Wave of British styles to wash over America.

Once again, trends in fashion were coming from England, but this time it was not mini-skirts and long hair, as it had been in the 60's. Instead, the popular styles, pioneered for the most part by top rock bands, incorporated a unisex look.

Boy George, for example, the lead singer of a group called Culture Club, wore heavy eye make-up and feminine clothes. He was attempting, he said, to make himselflook like the film actress Elizabeth Taylor. And Annie Lennox, the lead singer for the Eurythmics, sometimes appeared on stage in a black-and-white checkerboard trouser suit with gloves, a pocket handkerchief, and her unique signahtre-a bright orange crew cut.

Without really intending to, rock stars had become fashion figures through M1V (Music Television). The look that they projected began to spread throughout the fashion world, a world which was beginning to realize that music videos could have a phenomenal impact on clothing trends. While musicians used these videos to sell their songs, designers used them to sell their styles.

Video movies, too, became a pow- erful influence on teen attire. Movies like Flashdance, Footloose, Purple Rain, Streets of Fire, and Breakin' spawned a rash oftom sweatshirts and David Bowie-type haircuts ( short on top and longer in back).

"Here anything goes. You can wear almost any type of clothing and get away with i~" commented senior John Pearce.

Most people said they selected their clothes to feel comfortable or sometimes just to be different.

"I try to wear clothes that other people don't wear," explained junior Andrea Dennis. "Besides, there's more you can do with unique clothing."

By Laura Marron

Donning their fashionable trenchcoats,junior Scott Woodring and sophomore Amy Zollinger pause in front of the trophy case.

Wearing classy but comfortable clothes, seniors Susan Rooney and Matt Jewett prove that teens don't live in jeans. Matt was voted the best male dresser in an October school newspaper poll.

Phot.os by Stacey Skold, Cluisty Bolen. Pam Tatro, and Steve Petty.

Keeping up with the lat.est styles are seniors Heidi Barry and Ryan Sterkenburg. Heidi's pearls and hair ribbon and Ryan's plaid, pastel oxford were part of the popular look.

A Jaunt Up the alk

First down, 320 yards to go

Helen Jones began the day as most students do, a quick semiwarm shower, an hour of fixing her hair and face, and finally, getting dressed. Of course, she allowed three seconds for a chocolate-chip granola bar and a glass of orange juice. And then, she was off to school, unaware of the evils that awaited her at "the lot."

Mary Helen arrived at the school a few minutes later. She parked her car in

the third row and gave her hair one last primp as she prepared for the brisk jaunt up the walk. She opened the door and ventured out of the safety ofhercar.

East High wasn't the Ememld City, but students sometimes felt like Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Lion on their long way up the yellow brick road to school.

The slam of the car door was lost in the wind as it howled past Mary Helen and over towards Regency. The wind continued to blow as she trudged foiward towards school. Each step was a triumph over tribulation as she fought the 50 m.ph. gusts. Nevertheless, she plowed onward.

Suddenly, the wind shifted directions, catching Mary Helen off guard, and she found herself falling to the ground. Her books scattered down aroundherwhileherpreciousAP English paper took flight in the air. Leaving the books behind, Mary Helen hurried after her paper. She chased it around and through the tenniP courts

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and across many more yards before she finally trapped itin the evergreens.

After pausing a moment to catch her breath, Mary Helen walked briskly back to her books. A friend from Singers, Harry Deansmen, had gathered them for her. She tried to manage some sort of thank-you smile, but the attempt was futile, for now it had begun to rain. Fortunately though, it wasn't a downpour,just a mere drizzle.

Mary Helen clutched her books tightly in her arms as she stomped the last ten yards toward the gleaming orange doors, already late. Then, as she yanked open one of them, the rain

stopped, the clouds parted, and the sun shone brightly. Her only thought, as a gentle warm breeze blew through her hair, was "How typical, how damned typical!"

This story has been told in many different wa~ by many differen i students. :Each story migh1 have varied in the detailf but basically forme c itself around the sam ( complaint, one that wa ~ voiced often by senior higl students. It was eve 1 included in the Excellenc, report, which said, '"Th< senior high students wen unanimous in feeling th.a the parking lot was too fa away from the schoo building itself, particular! during deep snows o

winter."

But was it really too far? If one w, :t to walk from the gym doors down t1 E walk to the third row in the parking l t ·~ one would have traveled approximate 320 yards, about the letlj!th of thr, football fields.

"Even though I must have wallu many miles between school and tl E parking lot," commented senior An ! Garwood, "I had fun griping about it ' By

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Photos by Mary Olsen and Steve Pet :

To prevent casualties, a warning sign was posted at the point where the 100 marching band members crossed the street at 7:30 a.m. each morning on their way to practice.

y Ontheir way to the student parking lot,junior Kirth Pederson and 8th grader Ken Pachuki walk along the sloping sidewalk.

The bicycle raa.t provided closer parking and easier access t.o the building for many two wheeled fanatics.

Hangin' Out East Park tops the list

I nstead of staying at home twiddling their thumbs, many students often headed over to East Park Plaza. Whether they liked going to Sluggos to kill some aliens on a pinball machine, or ettjoying a quick meal at one of the various fast-food counters in Food Village. East Park, all 66 stores of it, was the place where most East students went on weekends and during free time.

"I hang out at East Park because a lot of people are there," sophomore Chris Strange explained.

Even though East Park was the most popular place to hang o ut, a large percentage of East students simply liked to do somethingwith their friends, no matter where.

"My friends and I don't really hang out anywhere," commented freshman Wendy Henrichs. "We just find something to do and have a great time doing it."

Another favorite hangout for senior high students, however, was the McDonald's at 66th and "O" Street. Any night of the week, ,especially in the summer months, a large crowd ofhigh school students from all over the city congregated in the parking lot to talk

"I go to McDonald's because everyone else does," said junior Jim Kittell.

Other popular places students went included downtown Lincoln, Seacrest Field ( for football games), and parties.

"I like going to parties because I meet so many people from other schools," explained one high school student on the survey.

Not many hung out at Gateway or -,cruised "O" anymore, but the ones who did•apparently had a great time.

"I have my friends take me cruising so I can look for a yellow mo,..ped or a '76 maroon Transam," said a senior high student.

But there were a few students who got their kicks by hanging around their home or at a friend's home. It was hard to beat a bowl of munchies in front of the television set.

By Kathy Soukup

Eating lunch at East Park's popular Food Village are Juniors Julie Saffer and Cindy Wilson. Nourishment ranging from pizza to pita sandwiches were offered at this shopping mall hangout.

Grabbing a bite of lunch at East Park Plaza's Food Village are seniors Daryl Loos, Todd Hatton and Craig Jessen.

Kerry Kaura and Cindy Potter enjoy their pizza during lunch break at Food Village.

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Sue Simpson and Tiffany Stroh enjoy their cherry pies while catching up on the latest gossip with friends Becky Palmer, Paula Reed and Stacey Skold.

Gateway Gallery Shopping Mall was a favorite place for students to spend their Saturday afternoons, buying

looking in one of the many clothing stores. A central eating facility was built in the center of the shopping center, to better satisfy hungry shoppers.

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The woes of wooing

Fraternizing with the enemy

More and more frequently, a girl was seen paying for an evening out with her date. Women's liberation had filtered into high school dating trends Many people, especially girls, still felt that it was simply the boy's responsibility to pay for an evening out, but the number of people who thought the responsibility should be shared was increasing.

The majority ofstudents surveyed replied that $15.00-20.00 was spent on an average date. These same students also stated that this was too much to spend on one night. The increase to $4.00 per person for admission to a movie bothered many movie goers. With 83.50 being minimum wage, most students had to work over three hours just to afford a night at the movies with a date, not including dinner or gas for transportation.

Tom Kubert, a junior, said, 'The price of movies was inflated. That was the most overpriced activity ona single date."

Wbile public displays of affection were discouraged by administrators and teachers, holding hands on the way to class was both acceptable and ettjoyable for seniors Coleen McElhose and Greg Wright.

The preferred places to go on dates were movies, parties, dances, and restaurants. The favorite restaurants included Chi-Chi's, Grandmothers Spaghetti Works and Valentinos. For~ · more extravagant meal, at Prom for example, students liked the Rose, the Rotisserie, Tony and Luigis and the University Club.

Dates ranged from tiie most embarrassing night of a person's life to the most romantic. The majority of embarrassing moments on a date occurred on a couple's very first night out. Driving the wrong way down a one-way street, spilling catsup on clothes or forgetting the date's name only made an awkward situation worse.

"I think embarrassing things happened more on a first date because you were so nervous and you didn't know your date as well as you would have liked. That made for an uneasy atmosphere," stated junior Sue Simpson. Luckily, as people got to know each other better they felt more comfortable and had a much better time.

By Stacey Skold

Dinner at Valentino's provided a relaxed atmosphere for Junior Tom Massey's date with sophomore Lindsey Miller.

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Hot Wheels Sophomores discover the fast lane

0ut of the 300 students in the sophomore class, almost all had a single item in common.

For most of the sophomores, the magnificent art of driving became a · reality at some point during the year.

Sure, there were those who were unfortunately too young to drive, and conversely those sophomores who had already attained the magic age of 16 before school started, but for the majority of tenth graders, driving opened the door to the adult world during the school year.

Getting that long-awaited license, including a distorted picture that looked like you just faced a hurricane head-on, gave you a sense of pride that was inexpressible.

Everything would change from that point on. There would be no more scrounging a ride from an older buddy everyday, calling mom and dad would become obsolete, the Schwinn Varsity could be trashed, and most importantly, dating could begin. Yes,

Finally reaching the magic age, Cory Riddell gets his permit.

real live going-out type dating ( without a chauffeur named dad!).

'Getting a car is great because I'm free to do things whenever I want,' said

sophomore Sam Sommerhalder. 'It's easier to get around because I don't have to call my parents ever.'

New horizons could be opened · with the ability to drive legally, but turning 16 also brought on new resposibilities.

'Being able to drive is great because you can set your own schedule and you don't have to worry about calling home for a ride,' said sophomore David Olson, 'but you have to become more responsible too.'

Of course, like all good things, some negative occurrences affected the sophomore driver and brought him or her down to earth.

Things like gasoline, car maintenance and upkeep, speeding tickets, insurance, D.W.I. costs, and a host of other malignancies, including the cost of dating, really chopped at the driver's fmancial status.

By Scott Miller

Dragging clothes out of trunks, basement closets, attics, and garage ~es sophomores compiled a numberof"nerd" outfits like this one worn by Anna Gottschalk.

Lciders. streamers, and good times were all a part of decorating for Spirit Week

for a V-I-C-T-0-R-Yl

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"An enthusiastic week left the school in high spirits."

-Vice-Principal Doc Salestrom

Cutting out vital ·last-minute decora_tion ; seniors

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Si>irit Week cheerleader MattJewettleads th ~ senior class in several rowdy antics.

J u.nior class president Heather Duncombe urges her class to cheer

Riding away from the scene in her powerful three-wheeler is sophomore Michelle Bartels

Captain Kirkland, alias Matt Kirkland, records in his captain's log the latest in the search for Doc : -

Sean White, Donna Weidner, and Chin ! Johnson work quickly

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On the dark side of Spar Trek in 1985

Wbile the sophomores looked on the Dark Side and the juniors launched a mission to Spar Trek, the seniors went beyond 1984 to celebrate 1985. ,,

This, of course, was the beginning of Spirit Week, the week of weeks for most high school Spartans. Designed to promote school spirit, these five days becanie in reality a battle between the grades, with spirit appearing in the .. form of the wildest clothing outfits imaginable. Each class won points by putting on skits, decorating their assigned hallways, displaying spirit, enthusiasm, and good sportmanship at the pep mlly, and also by the clothes woni as mentioned before.

Each class chose a theme for the week's activities. The seniors' theme was "1985",aspoofon George Orwell's book "l984". The juniors' theme was "Spar Trek", taken from the television show "Star Trek". The sophomores' theme was "On the Dark Side", displaying students' feelings toward the brown paneling that replaced windows throughout the building

''The themes were all different, · but interesting," said senior Jackie Falconer.

Spirit week began on Monday, February 4. Each class chose a unique dress code for each day of the week. Some examples of the extremes were the seniors' nerd and speed-walk day, the juniors' Herb Tarlick ( clashing plaid dresser on 1V show "WKRP in Cincinnati") day, and the sophomores Farmer Brown day.

Needing only a Uttle encouragement from Cindy Wilson and John Wilson, the junior class roared through chant after chant.

Photos by Sandy Kruger and Stacey Skold

Bt'eaking a rule even while Big Doc is wat.ching, the senior

shows their individuality and spirit.

On Tuesday, each grade presented a ten-minute skit at the afternoon pep-rally. These skits were written and performed entirely by members of the respective grades.

"It was really hard trying to put on a skit when the class participation was so low," said Senior Class President Bruce Lundak. "At the beginning ofthe week, hardly anyone participated, but by the end we all joined together and were determined to win the championship."

On Wednesday, from 6:00-9:00 p.m.., the halls were filled with students in sweat pants with paint brushes and streamers in their hands. This was the assigned time to decorate the designated hallways, the purpose of which was to assist in carrying out the themes.

Finally, at the Friday morning pep-rally the winners weremmounced,

following an entertaining dance routine performed by some seriior boys to the song, "Jungle Love". Despite such antics, the seniors lost to the junior class, which won Spirit Week for the second consecutive year. The juniors made a complete sweep of the awards, including best skit and best overall spirit. The seniors and sophomores ended up in a tie for second. Thus concluded Spirit Week. •

"Despite the outcome, Spirit Wtek was fun," said senior Tonja Holder. "It was a break from the normal day-today routine."

Junior Bob Henrichs summed it up by saying, "Spirit Week is a great way to liven up the year. It was that little push so many of us needed in order to make it to the end of the school year." By Laura Marron

Reaching for the last piece of tape, sophomore Jeff Chartier and senior Jon Backencamp help to clean up the halls.

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Ranytng for spirit to overcome the darkness is sophomore Scott Shipman.

Her~comestheNortheastcrew-sophomores Monte Willis, Cara Petri, Amy Weyand, Ji Agena, Angel tfsec, and Julie Fricke-to the rescue. •

The latest in nonconformist school wear, as shown by John Hospodka, was modeled by many seniors during spirit week.

Photos by 'Sandy Kruger

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For the adventurous ofspirit, free time was a blessing. Intrepid students used their precious hours away from school to ride horses, to design ~lothes, to make movies, and to add to their collections, including everything from Teddy Bears to seashells.

Eighth grader Lynn Lu spent her weekends with a very special male. His name was Arboria Cavalier, a gelding Morgan horse.

"I've always admired horses," said Lynn. "I wenf to a horse show where they raffled off a horse and I won."

Lynn showed her horse at the State Fair in September where she received a second and a fifth place award.

"Showing horses teaches me a lot about competition, and helps give me more responsibility," added Lynn.

Another student's love for nature gave her a different interest. Junior Michelle Willnerd enjoyed the ocean so much that she liked to surround herself with parts of it. Michelle covered her room 'Yi-th over 200 seashells that she had been collecting for six years.

"Collecting seashells isn't as inexpensive a hobby as it sounds," explained Michelle. "Right now I'm saving for two 869 shells." •

Small bucks or big bucks weren't the main concern, however, for a student film group.

"We're gonna be in pictures!" cried the staff~£Lemming Productions.

Juniors Greg Dubinsky, Andy Swope, Chuck Holzhey, Kurt Herzinger, Darrin Bice, Doug Donelson, and Dave Burrow were the members of Lemming Productions, a production staff that made movies about world problems in their spare time. _

Chuck wrote the scrips, and Doug did the filming, using a video tape recorder.

"We're losing our sanity, but through this experience we're gaining a jump on our careers and having a good time," expalined Donelson.

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A good time on wheels was the object of several c e rtified scooter-riders.

"I ride my scooter everyday," saidjunior Mark Harder. "It gets between 90 and 110 miles per gallon, which is easy on the budget. The scooter's fun to ride, but in the winter I have to wear long undeiwear!"

To beat the high cost of fancy clothing, senior Sarah Harless made her own wardrobe.

"I like to have original clothing, so I don't look like everyone else," said Sarah. "How long it takes depends on how much I want it. Sometimes it takes weeks, and once I made an outfit before school."

But girls weren't the only ones designing clothing.

As junior Mike Davis walked down the street, he was likely to see someone wearing his clothing.

Mike designed clothes and marketed them at various stories in Lincoln including Dirt Cheap. Mike sketched various ideas and gave his ideas to the stores.

'The only problem with this system" said Mike, "is that the shirts I like lea~t sell first."

Mik~ hoped to go to the Fashion Art Institute of Dallas, the Rhode Island School ofDesign, or possibly the Parsons School ofDesign in New York to pursue a career in designing after high school.

"I design clothes for fun mostly and b ' ' ecause its really neat to see others wearing my stuff."

By Lori Beckmann

Photos by Steve Petty, Kathy Soukup, and Stacey Skold

The ten cans shown at the left are part of Junior Steve Petty's beer can collection. The value of these cans was approximately $50 to a collector.

Freetime Adventures

Hobbies range from seashells to scooters

During their free time, Mark Owney and Brian Westerberg entertain themselves with a game of eight-ball.

Many students saved money likeJeffMuehllng by speeding around town on motorcycles.

Recording all of the action for Lemming Productions, Doug Donelson focuses on Pope Dubinsky.

Wanna Dance?

Those magical evenings

Tosome students, dances were no "big deal". They took a shower, dresse4 combed their hair, and arrived ready to boogie. To others, however, dances were a significant place to meet and impress members of the opposite sex. These students could be found primping, posing in the mirror, and finally, deciding on the perfect outfit, after trying on ten.

To both of these kinds of students, dances took self-preparation. They never wondered who prepared and decorated the cafeteria.But, it certainly didn't resemble the same, dull cafeteria that was the location of many food fights.

The cafeteria was filled with many different decorations ranging from the standard crepe paper to balloons to stars and moons.

"We had our theme for the homecoming dance chosen in midJuly," said spirit club officer Deana Kechely. ''Three weeks before the

Wat.ching the crowning of the royalty at the Homecoming Dance, Tonya Bardsley and Brent Weber discuss the results.

Father-Daughter dance duo, Leo and Tracey Scherer prove that they earned the 'best dancing couple' award at the Father-Daughter Dance.

Taking a breather from the fast music at the fall "Welcome Back Dance", A.my Shriner and Tiffany Stroh grab a quick drink.

Photos by Steve Petty, Sandy Kruger/and Christy Bolen

The Band 'Splash' helped to make the home-. coming dance crowd a Uttle more rowdy by providing the music they wanted to hear.

Moments after being crowned Homecoming King and Queen, MattJewettandDana Crandall start to enjoy their royal evening.

Matt Artz and Chrissy Hawkins discover that the Sadie Hawkins Dance can be more fun than a movie.

C heers! Sarah Staples, Joel Zinnecker, Scott Stempson, and Jerome Linderman make a toast to happiness with the standard kool-aid variety of punch served at most dances.

Wanna dance?

dance we started cutting out decorations. On the day of the dance it took us four hours to put up the decorations. We barely made it to the game on time."

Groups sponsoring the dances included the Apollonaires (Welcome Back dance}, Spirit Club (Homecoming}, International Club (Sadie Hawkins), Flag Corps ( Hawaiian dance) , the junior class ( fatherdaughter}, and ITS (Turnabout).

The junior high student council sponsored three dances for junior high students. They were the Barn Dance, the Snow Ball, and Ninth Grade Promotion.

The best attended dance was probably the Hawaiian Dance with about 250 students. For this dance students wore beach outfits, an attempt toward hopeful thinking in the midst of a snowy winter.

"Not a lot of people come to the dances, but those who do come like to dance and get out there, let go and have fun," said junior John Wilson. "'The people make it fun.

Mostofthedanceshad taped music and disc jockeys, with Homecoming's Uve band, Splash, and st.age band at the-Father-Daughter Dance being the exceptions.

Homecoming attendants were Sean White, Mike Forsberg, Tilh Kuester, Dave Clare, Robyn Elefsrud, Lori Svendson, Mavis Fletcher, and Stephanie Digman. Matt Jewett and Dana Crandall were crowned King and Queen •

Sophomore Patsy Rogers and her father were the look-alike winners at the Father-Daughter dance. The award for the best dancers went to junior Tracey Scherer and her father Leo.

Most dances ran from eight until midnight. After the dance, couples often picked up late night snacks at the Village Inn or Pantry restaurants.

By Lori Beckmann & Mary Olsen

Kris Buethe and her dat.e, Mike Hart from Northeast, enjoy a romantic moment during a slow song at the Homecoming Dance.

Photos by Steve Petty and 1Samfy Kruger

A group of sophomores discover that dances can be entertaining, even when they're not on the dance floor.

Taking advantage of their royal moment, Homecoming King Matt Jewett, and his Queen, Dana Crandall, add some class to the evening by dancing in the old-fashioned style.

Huddling together during the Sadie Hawkins Dance, Teri Metcalf: Tod&stman, Denise Unruh, and Steve Bartels have a little fun.

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The Working World

Students spelljobs M-O-N-E-Y

From taking specimens to sterilizing instruments, from sewing tents to selling batteries, from grilling Whoppers to scalding lobsters, students held down a variety of parttime jobs. The avirage student made approximately $3.65 per hour which was 30 cents more than the minimum wage of g3_35_ Most students worked 10 to 15 hours per week which gave most a nice paycheck to take home.

The majority of students worked in restaurants, grocery stores, or department stores, places where high school students could be quickly trained.

"I wanted some responsibility, and it's a nice department store," said Sheri Neeman about her reasons for choosing Richman Gordman as her place to work. Ross Faubel said the factor that prompted him most into getting a job was "MONEY!"

Money seemed to be the major reason why most students worked. Students needed money to make car payments, and to pay for gas, for dates, clothes'and a variety of other essentials. Most students could also look foJ.Ward to the possibility of raises and benefits like Christmas parties.

In many jobs students were required to do some important tasks like being resonsible for a lot of money or giving credit to customers. Many students were made to take responsibility as part of their job requirement.

In some cases students enjoyed theirjobs. "It'sakickbackjobsoilike it," said senior Jay Johnson about his job as a doorman at the Cooper Theatre. Most students said that they just worked for the money and did not enjoy working that much.

As students went off to their jobs, met new people, made new friends, received some responsibility, and learned what it was like to be a part of the working world. By Tom Macy

Answering patrons' questions over the phone was just one duty

Michelle Thompson had at The Toy Room.

Senior Scott J8l;like spends his working hours doing surveys for the Selection Research Institute. SwuuyandefficientlycheckerJamieSneddon Demonstrating the different features and passes the items over the electronic scanner at options of a VCR is Stephanie Velleck. Russ'sl.GA

Photos by Stacey Skold

The cast of Back ~untry Crimes included ( front row) Cathy Jarboe, Melanie Mason, Steve Lewis, Jenny Eberly, Dave Burrow, and Sue Smith; (second row) Janet Donohoe, Bob Henrichs, Gregg Dubinsky, Kim Surkan, Cindie Gamble, Mary Zietlow, and Mary Olsen; -( third row) Cindie Bair, Erica Birkey, Brant Hippard, Bob Hinrichs, Dara Troutman, Jenn Cognard. Deanne Godeker, Scott Farber, Doug Donnelson, and Jon Tridle.

The Killin' Kind

Back County Crimes: Refreshing but different

~s of all shapes and sizes invaded the stage three evenings in late September. Some were murderers and others were just plain crazy. People were hung, shot, stabbed and one was blown-up inan outhouse. These crimes committed were of "the killin' kind'~ but the criminals, certainly, "never meant to do no evil thing." They didn't because they were actually only actors and and actresses ' in the fall play, Back County Crimes, by Lanie Robertson.

"I was looking for something that was different and refreshing," explained Ms. Carol Scott, the drama teacher and director, "and this play was also challenging."

It was challenging in that not only did it test the students' acting abilities, but also their vocal talents. Fortunately, Mr. Jon Peterson, vocal music teacher/director, stepped in

and played a key role in heiping arrange the actors a~d actresses'voices in harmony, creating a good down-home sound.

The play itself was made up of a series of tales, ballads really, about the people in the town of Duty in the backhills countryofLove County. The tales told of the events that had occurred there over a period of approximatelythirtyyears. The events were those that had affected the heart~. minds,.. and _ sou ls of the townsfolk, and most were very tragic • stories. But there were a few that touched the lighter side of life, too.

The play truly was unorthodox. Even so, everyone in the cast and crew felt a special bond to one scene or another. As Scott Farber, a senior cast member, said "We touched some very tender spots in the audiences' and our own, hearts with this play."

By Mary Olsen

Estranged lovers Judson Phillips (Steve ~wis) and Maude Robinson ( Ann Makinson) share a tender moment at the hoe-down.

Crtssy Mae Caldwell (Dara Troutman) remembers her traumatic experience with drugs.

Director.

Production Staff

Carol L. Scott

Assistant to the Director Jenny Eberly

Stage Manager

Pat Gilfeather

Crews Peggy Buskey, Nancy Foreman, Melissa

Roesler, Lisa Hollestelle., Elizabeth Whitney, Sandy Viessman, Teresa Borer, Todd Brummond, Kyle Cavaleri, Kevin Plautz, Mark Schneider, Eric Spurlock. Kenny Plautz, Patsy Rogers Kathryn Coleman, Anne Hunter, Joni Birdsall, Kandi Wilson, Carrie McFarland, Vanessa Tremain, Jennifer Ringgenberg, Amy Schultz, DeNise Lewis, Amy Zollinger, Kathy Borman, Cory Powell Pianist ................. Jennifer Amend

Vocal Director ..................... Jon Peterson

Cast of Characters

I>oc Autry Ouis Vogt

Honey Turner _. .... • Melanie Mason

Rev Courtney .................... Bob Henrichs

Bucky Turner/Fred Robbins Doug Donelson Lawyer/01' Man Ferguson David Burrow

Bird Carlton Sue Smith

Deliah Mayberry

Cathy Jru:boe

Jesse Parker/Judson Phillips Steve Lewis

Timmy CotUiney/Carter Scott Greg Dubinsky

Carrie Wakefield

Erica Birky

Pearl Avery Mary Olsen

Richard Pritchard/Henry Langdon B. Hippard

The Stranger/fom Ferguson John Tridle

Sam Scott/Caleb Williams Scott Farber

Harriet Shaw Deanne Godeker Grandma Jenny Eberly

Eugene Wakefield/James Carlton Bob Hinrichs

Sissy Wakefield Jennifer Cognard

Crissy Mae Caldwell Dara Troutman

Mrs. J.P. Simpson

Mrs. Templeton D. Draughn

Suzanne Carlton

Celia Parker

Maude Robbin

Zietlow demonstrates her expertise on the appllcation of stage make-up.

Cindie Bair

Cindie Gamble

Janet Donohoe

Kim Surkan

Ann Makinson

~plying the proper make-up, Cindie Gamble helps Chris Vogt to become Doc Autry.

This girl, faceless to repr~nt the full scope of characters in the play, was the original artwork of sophomore Cathy Jarboe and was used on the cover of the programs and the advertising posters.

Drawing by Cathy Jarboe

Photos by Carol Scott and Dara Troutman

W'fhat ain't proper

What did three-thousand dollars, a flower market, an embassy ballroom, gold fish and the Singers have in common? Why even a Cockney would know. It had to be the musical My Fair Lady.

'The overall quality of the musical made it enjoyable to be a part of. The costumes and the set made it even more elaborate and professional," said senior Jenn Sturdy.

As something special for theperformance, the Singers rented one hundred costumes and three backdrops from Kansa~ City. But this was only part of their expenses. They purchased lots of lumber to build a wagon, which also became Prof. Higgins' house. They built extra platforms to expand the stage towards the audience. Furthermore, they had to pay tremendous royalty fees just to present the musical. Hence, even before work had begun, Singers were already $3,000 in debt.

Some might call this a hinderance, others might call it a challenge, but either way it put the Singers deeply in the red. But did this stop the 75

Fairest of All Musical big hit despite large

debt

vivacious people who proudly wear the white and royal blue robes? No, this was an incentive to work harder and longer in order to produce the best show possible. It also produced the common phrase "sell those tickets" from leader Jon Peterson's mouth. But in the end, after two hundred tickets had been given away to staff, faculty, and special friends, Singers not only broke even but even made a profit of $200. More important, perhaps, they also created lasting memories for themselves and the audience.

When the final curtain closed on the cast and crew on November 10, everyone knew it was the end. But while that date marked the end of the musical, it was but the beginning of many new friendships among the cast and crews.

As junior Steve Lewis said, 'The musical brought us together, and made Singers seem more like a family. It also was an encouragement to what the rest of the year might hold."

By Mary Olsen

writing," exclaims Eliza Doollttle ( Janet Donohoe) to linguist Henry Higgins (Bob Hinrichs) who is trying to record her O>Clmey accent in all its peculiarities.

.Behind the scenes Missy Roesler and Patsy Rogers wait for the cue to light the upcoming action

.Arter her transformation into a 'lady', Eliza Doollttle makes a queenly entrance at a formal dance with her instructor,Henry Higgins

Freddy Eynsford-Hill (Eric Mullet) tells of how he yearns for Eliza Doolittle's heart.

With a Utile bit ofluck Harry (Sean Stewart), Doolittle (Steve Lewis), and Jamie (Scott Farber) hope to walk the straight and narrow.

At the Ascot awaiting the horse races are the high society snobs of London, portrayed by Kari Bothwell, Joel Zinnecker, Tina Peters, Mike Schneider, Wendy C.ollicot, and Bret Tonniges.

Photos by Steve Petty

The satin jacket of superstar Elton John is among the most prized posessions of senior Craig Jessen. Craig grabbed the jacket when it was thrown into the crowd at Elton John's fall concert in Lincoln.

Sacrifices, such as camping out on the lawn of the UNL student union for five consecutive nights, were necessary to acquire a ticket to the sell-out Bruce Springsteen concert.

The Boss is tops Springsteen headlines concerts

S tudents we r e entertained with an array of concerts to hear and see. The groups that played in the Lincoln/Omaha area covered various interests.

For the heavy metal fans, Ratt and Twisted Sister played at Omaha's Civic Arena. Crosby, Stills, and Nash and Jerry Lee Lewis came to Omaha and p l ayed to the delight of"Oldies but Goodies" fans. These concerts played to less than full arenas, but nevertheless, the crowds were enthusiastic.

Van Halen promptly sold out two concerts on consecutive nights when they announced they would be playing at the Civic Center in Omaha. David Lee Roth ofVan Halen was recognized as one of the best showmen in the music business. He proved himself to be worthy of the title on both concert nights

Craig Jessen, a senior who attended the Elton John concert at the Sports Center, may not have thought it was the best concert he had attended, but it was the most profitable. Craig came home with Elton John's satin jacket that had been thrown into the crowd.

The Boston pop-rockers, the Cars, played to a sold-out crowd in the Omaha Civic Center. The Cars, known for their synthesizer-based music, were supposedly poor in concert. The music sounded very good and true to form, but the concert did drag on and got boring because of the band's lack of movement.

But the main concert event of the year actually came two weeks before a concert took place. On October 24 at 5 p.m. radio station KFMQ announced that Bruce Springsteen would appear in concert on November 18, and that tickets would go on sale at the Student Union on Sunday morning. Over two thousand people waited for up to five days to get choice seats.

'I started out Friday afternoon at number 615, but by Sunday morning I was down to number 452. Some people just weren't troopers,' said senior Kent George.

Bruce Springsteen had been playing to sold-out concerts from coast-to-coast and had experienced great success with his latest album 'Born in the USA.'. His most recent album received a five-star rating from Rolling Stone magazine, the frrst in five years.

Springsteen was a working class singer/songwriter; a lot of his songs depicted hard times and 'true' life. Springsteen set up donation booths at the concert and afterwards he contributed $10,000 to the Lincoln Food Bank. He did this at all cites where he played.

The concert lived· up to all expectations, lasting well over three and a half hours. The Sports Center rocked through three encores and a twenty-minute rendition of the Beatles tune 'Twist and Shout'.

By Steve Brugman

Bruce Springsteen performs for an enthusiastic crowd at the Bob Devany Sports Cent.et. His energy and heart wrenching lyrics had earned him the title of"t.he Boss"

The Mom and Pop Show

Parents help in many ways

L you asked someone "What makes up East High School?" most people would say the students and the faculty. It didn't often occur to most people how important a role the parents played in the life of the East High community.

Sure, parents drove their kids to school. Sure, parents came to sporting events and dramatic productions to see their child perform. But parents did much more for the East ;High community, although they received scant recognition.

If you attended a football ·game, you probably saw a couple of familiar things in the stands. You saw the pep

club, dressed in their blue and white uniforms, cheering their team, and you also saw the band,holding their instruments, preparing for the halftime show. Then you saw a large group of people sitting up at the top of the stands. These people were known as the Booster Club. And guess what type of people made up the Booster Club? Parents. And there were a lot of boosters. In fact, over 200 different families belonged to the East high Booster Club.

llie presidents of Booster Club were senior Tim Kuester's parents. Club secretaries were the parents of senior ColeenMcElhose, Ken and Alice McElhose.

·,,In addition to supporting Coleen in her swimming activities, we were

able to meet many ofher friends, their _parents, and other supporters of East High activities/; explained Mrs. McElhose.

Another vital support group was the Band Parents. The presidents were Scott Stempson's parents, Dave and Tani Stempson, and Suzi and Shelly Wahl's parents.

The Community Action Committee or CAC, for short, was another organization which had supportive parents. The Cognards, the Uprights, and the Sommerhalders were just a few of the many families that belo~ed !,<> CA~. Parents were -getting more and more involved in school activities. It was just another way to show they cared. By Barb Clouston

Sam Sommerhalder, who had a sophomore son by the same name, speaks to a O>mmunity Advisory O>mmitteemeetlng. One ofthe group's main projects was to present a building remodeling plan to the school board

~sh teacher St.eve Pierce informs junior Jon Wilson's parents of their son's progress at parent-teacher conferences.

Psychology teacher Lois Hansen shares information concerning a student's classwork with an attentive parent at the November parent-t.eacber conferences, held in the gymnasium.

.At home football games at Seacrest field parents were present in abundance to cheer the t.eam.

Referees had to overcome all biases, including being a parent of Spartan students David and Cindy Sell, for the man in the cent.er.

Photos by Stacey Skold, Ouisty Bolen and Sandy Kruger

The UltimatePunishment

Students grounded for different reasons

crash!Thesmall,hardbaseball smashed against the side of the shiny new car, leaving a sizeable dent.

Jamie Kechley, an 8th grader, dropped his bat and began wondering just how he was going to tell his parents what happened. How can I avoid, he thought, the ultimate punishmentbeing grounded.

Being grounded was the most common punishment for troubles between students and parents.

"I got grounded for a few days," said Angie Adamson, "even though I told the truth about sneaking out once in the middle of the night to meet a few friends."

The punishment varied though, depending on what the parent thought was a suitable.

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Some kids got around a punishment easily. Steve Gillette got grounded for only one day when he threw a baseball through a baywindow. The ball not only smashed the window but hit his brother who was inside the house. Some kids didn't get off that easily, however.

Michele Smith was grounded for two months when she received a bad grade.

"I couldn't go out with my friends one school quarter," Smith said, "and my grade wasn't even very low. It isn't

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fair how some people get off so easily."

Some people, if they were lucky, got out of their punishment with a little help from their friends.

Shelly Elefsrud received a downslip in one of her classes. Her mother punished her for a month. Unfortunately for Shelly a dance was scheduled for the following weekend.

When Shelly's friends found out that she wouldn't be allowed to go to the dance, they were just as disappointed as Shelly. So they wrote a petition and got 30 people to sign it. The petition stated several reasons why they thought she should be allowed to go to the dance.

Mrs. Elefsrud was presented with the petition, changed her mind, and let Shelly go to the dance.

"It was very nice of them to go to the trouble of signing a petition," Mrs. Jan Elefsrud said, "and it made me realize just how much Shelly wanted to go to the dance."

Students were grounded for many different reasons, for different lengths of time, and got out of their punishments" in a variety of ways, but it appeared there would always be punishments as long as kids are kids and parents are parents. •

By Gina Vitello and Shelly Elefsrud

Highstudentscould not drive, they still managed to discover new ways to illegally park ·their vehicles.

Junior high students were always trying to make the best of a moment, even if it meant a little extra exposure. Jeff James poses for onlookers Amy Kardell, Laura Gutkin, Sara Daubert, Shelly Elesfrud, and Michelle Smith.

Sam Snyder and Jeff James get the signal to return to class during a spring fire drill.

The five minutes between classes was an opportune time for Amy Frederick and Danny Kubert to catch up on the week's g~ip.

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Working on an assignment for his architectural drafting class is junior Pat Humphrey.

Photo by Steve Petty

While the term. "few" was applicable to the student population, it did not describe the extent of classes offered or awards gained in academic areas. The enlisted Spartans had every right to be proud, especially in the efforts · of students and staff to rise above mediocrity in education.

Certain classes, such as Sophomore English, Biology and Algebra, were required of all students. With an unusually high percentage of graduating seniors going on to college, though, most students found it beneficial to go beyond the minimum. The academic seriousness was evident in the number of seniors enrolled in college-level courses, such as AP English and calculus.

There was, however, much more to a student's academic life than dangling participles, quadratic equations, and the Emancipation Proclamation. Electives gave students the opportunity to pursue areas of individual interest. And the opportunities seemed endless. There was furniture-making, pilot ground school, drama at the communityplayhouse, countless vocal and instrumental groups, architectural drafting, accounting, archery, and the Dick and Jane Dilemma.

Perhaps the most vital part of a student's education was one which was never graded, the art of dealing with people. It was a skill necessary to survival in the "real world", and constantly practiced through everyday interaction. After-school clubs dealt primarily with this portion of a students academic "career". The clubs under student leadership worked for the benefit of the school and community. Two prime examples were Student Coucil's petition to prevent the elimination of the cafeteria windows and French Club's Halloween visitation to the hospital. It was efforts such as these which proved that years of education had led in the right direction for THE FEW, THE PROUD, THE SPARTANS!

Spartan Excellence . President Reagan confers honor in Washington

'Ladies and gentlemen, the President of the United States of America ... ' After waiting for what seemed hours in security lines and then listening to numerous speeches, those words were music to the ears of Vice-Principal Darwin Salestrom and math teacher Jerry Beckmann, who on August 27, went to Washington, D.C. They went to the nation's capital to receive a banner, a symbol of the fact that East High had been selected as one of the oustanding schools in the United States.

For years East High studeµts had suspected that their school was one of the best, not only in academics but also in sports, the arts, drama, and music. But the Excellence in Education award gave the school some official, formal recognitiop..

President Reagan spoke to the assembled representatives of outstanding schools from across the country. "As we look upon these schools with deep pride," he said, ' 'we take renewed confidence in the future of American Education."

One hundred and eleven high schools had been selected in all for the honor, but East was one of only three junior-senior high schools to be recognized.

The basis for East's award was a visit in April, 1984, by Rex Hagans, the director of curriculum and instruction for the Far West Regional Laboratory in Portland, Ore.

'The quality of students at East High School," Hagans wrote in his report, "is extraordinarily high. Students have high aspirations and hold themselves to these expections."

Hagans also applauded the "philosophy of expecting students to be responsible and giving them the freedom to do so until they prove they can't handle it" He noted that the students at East could handle the extra freedom and that this freedom had a beneficial effect on the students' grades.

"Good-grades are 'in' at East," Hagan

As Darwin Salestrom

wrote, "and the students support each other in achieving this."

At the first pep rally in the fall, Mr. Beckmann and Dr. Moss presented the excellence flag to the student body.

"I believe that excellence in educa-

tion is nurtured and developed through continued effort," Beckmann told the students. "It is my opinion tha,t this award belongs to many people. First, to you, the students at East, and all former East High students; secondly, to all parents who have given their support; and finally, to the faculty and former faculty members."

The award affected two students in particular. Heidi Bany, president of the senior high student council, and Josh Gardner, president of junior high student council, were chosen to represent the students by receiving the key to the city o f Lincoln. The key was given to them by Mayor Rolland Leudtke : "Getting national recognition was a big deal for the school," Josh explained, "but I was representing all the junior high students at East I felt that the key was more for them than for me."

Heidi, on the other hand, was "extremely honored."

"It was an extreme honor for me and everyone else because everyone in the school is responsible for this award. East is not only academically excellent but people in the school care about it and one another."

A representative from the Department of Education made an appearance in Lincoln to congratulate East High and Lincoln High, one of six other high schools in Nebraska to receive the honor.

Despite her formal speech, senior Mike Hitt put the same idea in more down-t0-earth language, saying, 'It means that we are the best!'

By Lori Beckmann

looks on, Mayor Roland Luedtke presents Heidi Barry and Josh Gardner with a key to the city, congratulating them as representatives ofF.astSeniorandJunior Highs.

"':fhe Excellence in Education awanl m~ that our school excels in all programs, including the arts and music departments," explained junior UUTin Harris.

Displaying the Excellence in Education banner thattheyreceiv¢in Washington,D.C.,asrepresentatives of the East faculty, Jerry Beckmann and Darwin Salestrom beam with excitement.

During computer class Mike IDtt and Rene Millet discover that helping each other is the best way to get good grades.

"':fhe

Excellence Award means that the students are interest.ed in their education and care about what happens in their future," says senior Matt Jewett.

Photos by Jana Arnold, Lori Beckmann, and /Steve Petty

The complexities of a computer can be frustrating, as senior Tonja Holder discovers in the Ubrary. She was attempting to use the computer which was donated for student use by the class of 1984.

A Floppy What?

Inedible apples invade classroom

Anoppydisksoundedlikea~rious soggy-spine problem, a new kind of Kodak film, or possibly the latest in new wave albums to the "non-computerized" student.

However, computers were not the least bit perplexing to at least five junior boys. The team effort of Greg Dubin~ky, Eric Crimmins, Saswata Roy, Bob Hinrichs, and Robert Cheng won the first place award in the O>mmodore O>mputer Competition at the World Olympics of the Mind. The contest was held in Akron, Ohio in June, 1984. Over 2,000 high schools entered at least the preliminary levels of competition.

"It was rather like scrabble," explaip.ed Roy, "with points assigned to words. We had to think of as many words as we could in two hours."

Suspecting that certain difficult words would be worth more points, RoyandDubinskyplannedahead. This careful preparation paid off in the end.

"Fortunately," said Roy, "Greg and I memorized all the X and Z wordl, in the dictionary before the competition." •

The first place prize was a free computer system for the debate team, including a word processor.

Over 400 other students also became familiar with computer terminology, such as floppy disk, during the 50 minutes they spent each day in a computer class. These included O>mputer Basic, Fortran, and Pascal, all taught by the Math Department, plus an Introduction to Computers course in the Business Education Department. C.Omputers used were the Apple II[2B ], Apple Ile, and an IBM. Fortran teacher Jerry Beckmann noticed a trend in the male-female ratio of the computer classes.

'There seemed to be quite a few more boys," said.&>.ckrnano, "especially in the more advanced classes like Fortran and Pascal, than there were girls."

In the library students enjoyed-the use of a compu:ter donated by the senior class of1984. On it many students found the ACT/SAT preparation disk, including sample tests, and the career exploration -program to be beneficial. The library staff was pleased with student response to the new computer.

'The posted sign-up sheet was fairly full all year," said German teacher and library-aid Bill Hammelmann. "It was a very useful class gift."

Since student computer use was at a maximum, it would not have been a surprise to find terms such as ''floppy disk" on the up-and-coming list of household words.

By Jana Arnold

Working diligently on his computer math homework assignment is junior Matt Pardy He had the option of t.aking a more advanced computer class, such as Fortran or Pascal, after completing this basic sen:iester course.

Photos by Pam Tatro and Jana Arnold

Sue Anderson, a senior, finds that her typing skills come in handy when working on a computer. The keyboards of a typewriter and a computer are, in fact, nearly identical.

Volunteering

Becoming a better citizen

waiklng dogs,pickinguptrash, -and talking with the elderly were just some of the ways students spent time volunteering. Volunteering was meant to make students better citizens by working in the community and dealing with the responsibilities of being a citizen.

''Volunteering got students out of their own little spheres and out into the community," explained citizenship issues teacher Mr. Bob Barrett. "It made them think of other people, notjust themselves."

Although students who took citizenship issues were required to volunteer for 20 hours of community service, they could meet that requirement in a variety of ways. Some students chose to make a current events noteboo~ to attend city council meetings, or to write a report. -But volunteering was still the most popular way to become a better citizen.

"I did not have one student come back to me saying that he hadn't benefitted from his volunteer experience," said Barrett proudly.

Students volunteered at the YMCA to be Y-pals or big brothers or big sisters. They volunteered as tutors and helped with filing and shelving in the library.

Students went to EastmontTowers to talk with senior citizens, they drove to the Humane Society to walk homeless dogs, and they worked in political campaigns by placing signs in yards, phoning potential voters, and passing out leaflets.

Students also helped out at the fire station, coached children's teams at the Park and Recreation Center, picked up trash at the golf course, and did odd jobs at radio stations.

Twenty hours total was spent by each student voluntering. Although some students felt 20 hours was an invasion of their time, most students didn't feel it was too much.

"It was kind of a waste of time if it was somewhere like the library, but I thought it was worth it if someone is volunteered for a worthwhile cause or got involved in community activities," said volunteer Barb Zach. • Volunteering was a good way to become an active citizen, meet new people, and do something for some one else with out getting paid.

"I volunteered at the Humane Society and I liked helping the people and the animals," said senjor Christy Antczak "It was really rewarding, knowing that you were helping outjust for the sake of it."

By Bridget Flynn

Fifteen mini-classes held at May Morley Elementary School would never have been possible without the students who volunteered to teach them. (Top) L. B. Witu.lski quizzes one of his students on bicycle safety. (Right~ Ryan Stem, enbwg organizes a basket.ball course. (Above) Patty Carnes helped the kids make crafts in a course entitled 'Make It and ;Take It.'

Benefittlng from lier volunteering experience, Christi Antczak helps at the Lincoln Humane Society by excerci.sing the animals.

Photos by Lori Bedauaun and Kathy Soukup

Getting credit for Citizenship Js;1~ ::: helping others, Lori s~dendso~::tai the Com-

Mike Forsberg, sort onor muntty Blood Bank.

Special People

Struggling

to learn

Wbile most students took the social life for granted, others struggled over everyday hurdles.

These students were found in the Special Education areas. Although some students carelessly categorized them as just handicapped, there were many different branches. There were VI students ( visually impaired), EMH students ( educably mentally handicapped), MH students ( multiply-handicapped), OH students ( orthopedically handicapped), and BI students (behaviorally impaired).

East was unique because it was the only high school in Lincoln with such a broad range of progranv, for special education students.

"Each student has an individualized program designed to meet their special needs," explained special education department head Bill Minor. 'The students have goals set to meet their academic abilities and the coping skills needed for everyday living."

One of the students who benefitted from a custom-made program was Gene Fisher, amid-term graduate who had MS ( multiple sclerosis), a progressive disease.

"When Gene first came here he could walk," said Minor. "He has progressively go~n worse, losing the use of his arms and legs, but he has kept the same bubbly and cheerful personality "

A majority of the students were non-verbal. They worked on communication skills, motor skills, and improving their listening abilities.

The special ed wing had ii$ own home ec room where students practiced cooking, homekeeping, and personal hygiene skills. They also went skating, fishing, boating, and numerous other activities that they might not otherwise have had a chance to do.

Ltting nothing stop him from coming t.o the Homecoming Dance, Gene Fisher dresses up for the occasion. He's shown here with chaperon Jim Johnson.

Special ed aid Pat Springer loosens the harness on Jeff Johnson's chair and helps hin). prepare for class.

Accomplishing a difficult task, Cameron Preuss practices the motor skills needed in eating. Cameron ate his breakfast at school every morning as part ofhis individual program.

Everyday James Portz came to school and shaved with the assistance of teacher Flo Koenig. James was taught the preparation and process of shaving, as well as how to clean up afterwards

Photos by Lori Beckmann and Steve Petty

Finding all the strength and power needed to achieve a personal goal, Dave Draper fights the bar up.

One of the many activities of junior high P .E. class was scooter-riding, as shown by this ninth grade girl.

A National Craze

P .E. classes earn four star rating

Not many required classes forced students to change their clothes. Physical Education class, offered in a variety of sports, was the sole requirement causing students to do just that. Within flve minutes they were expect.ed to be dressed for exercise. The popularity of such classes was not only because they were required, but also because of the growing interest in being a physically flt human b~ing.

Badminton, dance, or strength aerobics, and synchronized swimming were just a few of the courses offered by the physical education department. Strength aerobics was a new class for senior high students. Teachers were also trying to start a soccer/softball course for the 1985-~ school year.

"Students seemed tp enJoy ind.1vidual exercise ~ore. They provided an opportunity for tlie students·to bet-

ter themselves by seeing the resul~ of their own achievements," stated P .E. teacher Debbie Salyards.

Aerobics and weight lifting were the favorite courses among the girls and the guys, respectively. But, badminton, which was coed, was by far the overall favorite.

'The main reasons I took P .E. were for the requirements and for the exercise," explained junior Kathy Soukup.

The popularity boom showed "a trend toward more physical fitness," said Salyards. "I feel that P .E. will still be popular, or even more so, in the future because of the big push for looking and feeling flt. The increase was also due to the coverage of the Olympics in 1984."

By Stephanie Siedband

W

bile rainy days kept Todd Bruns off the tennis courts, nothing could keep him away from

Photos by Sandy Kruger, Ouisty Bolen, Stacey Skold, the volleyball net as he spikes the ball over for a and Pam Tatro point.

'Mrs. Williams is the definition of the word teacher. She instructs, enlightens, and elevates.'

- Brian Chaffin, East High '83 graduate

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Pho tos b y Steve Petty

Williams needs a little June-Time

Teacher-philosopher retires

The retirement of June Williams after 18 years at East High was a great loss for both the students and the world history program.

'I feel sorry for future students who won't be able to have her as a . teacher,' said Ann Harrell, a 1982 East graduate majoring in journalism at UN-L. "She's a fascinating teacher; she made history come alive.'

'She's flamboyant, knowledgeable, and an excellent lecturer. We'll miss her,' said Kathy Mischnick, a former student of Williams and currently a junior high social studies teacher. 'I'm hoping the history program won't fade away without her.'

Williams has been both feared and respected by students. 'I was really scared of her the first day in World Studies my sophomore year,' said senior Kerry Knaub. 'She has the impression of being somebody you don't want to mess around with. But she's a really good teacher and she's willing to help you.'

'Those wli.o are my students perceive me differently than those who are not,' said Williams. 'I think my students become aware very quickly that I am quite fond of young people and I expect big things from them. My students are those who have enjoyed walking up and down the halls of academia.'

Her history courses were some of the most demanding and the most valuable courses at East.

'She taught me how to study, how to take fast notes on a fast lecture, and how to organize,' said Harrell.

Chaflln, who majors in English, Latin, and philosophy at UN-L, agreed that Williams' courses have helped him in college.

'World Studies is the most valuable course I've ever had,' Chaffin said. 'I have never had a clas s in any subject in college that what I learned in World Studies hasn't applied.'

According to Williams , the most important thing h e r studen ts should learn is 'that Socrates was right : All

they know is they know nothing.'

After her retirement, Williams planned to go back to college because There is so much to know that I don't know. Solon said, 'I grow old learning.' If that is what I expound to my students , then that is what I must do.'

By Merry Hayes

P osing by her BMW, June Williams prepares for the extensive travelling she hopes to pursue during her retirement.

~tin a mre speechless moment are drama t.eam

Late Nights. Researching, organizing, disciplining

Abrightly decorated sign hung with a peculiar kind of dignity above the chalkboard was filled with indistinguishable scribbles. Strangely enough, enscribed on this piece of posterboa.nl was the speech and debate team motto, "1beypelted us with rocks and garbage."

This motto was taken from the show "Late Night With David Letterman."

SueSmith,anex-debatorandchampion orator, felt this motto was appropriate because "ofthe many late nights I worked on arguments and speeches, only to be taken to the cleaners."

The debaters and speakers traveled to various towns in and out of state almost every weekend. The tournaments varied from several backto-back rounds to only one or two

rounds a day. "In other words," said second year debater Padma Chivukula, "some of us worked hard, while others went to the mall and shopped for pet rocks or something."

But overall, the tournaments were exciting for the team members. There almost always were opportunities to visit people from other schools or to just find a quiet comer to dissolve in.

When asked what it was like to compete, Bob Hinrichs replled, "It is truly an exhilarating experience getting up in a round and giving them all you've got. And when this happens, no matter how you do, you are proud of yourself, and there is no other feeling like that."

While the debators were the affirmative or negative on the resolution that the Federal Government should provide employment for all employable U.S. citizens Uving in

poverty, the speakers quoted famous poets, playwrites, and novelists. Whether their aim was to defend their position in the best way possible or to interpret the material seriously, humorously or dramatically, they all wanted the judges to award them the highest total point score.

The members of the team joined for various reasons.

"I learned that many careers require good communication skills and I didn't have them or they just were not developed," said senior Paul Vicacy.

Steve Lewis, a humorous interpretation speaker, said "My friends were doing it and I was jealous, so I joined."

Macy Zietlow, a three year member of the speech team, said this about her experience, "It has taught me ,confidence, how to take criticisms, and most of all, how to lose."

By Macy Olsen

members Greg Dubinsky, Janet Donohoe, Mary Zietlow, Jenny Eberly, and Sue Smith.

8.>indler of the airwaves Bob Hinrichs plays Radio Station OKKKmanager Leonard Ouldren, who t.ells his audience, "You're on the line with Leonard, let it out."

"Hello, Janie? This is Harriet." Janie and Harriet were only two of the numerous characters Mary Zietlow portrayed in her dramatic interpretation.

&epttng the award for

place performance in extemporaneous speaking

Didi Snavely,portrayed by Steve Lewis,gtvesa plug for her store, 'Didi's Used WeaponsGua,;ant.eed to kill '

his first

at the Lincoln-Douglas Debat.e was only one small step towards Robert Chen becoming stat.e champion.

Changing from his comfortable travel clothes to his rigid debat.e clothes is Ross Faubel.

Photos by Mary Olsen, Steve Petty, Bob Hinrichs, and Cynthia Coleman.

Taking off into the wild blue yonder, senior Pat McCashland takes the controls as classmate Ou-is Muehling reads the instruments.

Pre-flight checks included draining the fuel sumps of excessive wart.er

P eerlng through the window Pat and Ou-is taxy off the runway for their first flight.

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natural high Few handle pilot pressure

'Off we go into 1he wild blue yonder," may have been the tune that came to minds of a handful of students in the pilot ground school class, especially when they left the security of mother earth to take their first flight in the airways over Lincoln.

The few students in the class were able to actually fly a small airplane after only several weeks of study in "one of the most comprehensive classes at East," according to Diane Bartels, the instructor.

Before the trip, students studied

for seven to eight weeks and took several tests. Students learned about aerodynamics, airplane systems, airports, air traffic control, and weight balance. All of this studying boiled down to one big five-hour test called the FAA Private Pilot Writer which eventually lead to a pilot's license.

The course proved to be a stem challenge. The class started with a roster of twelve students, but by the second or third week only seven students were still taking the class," said Bartels. One of the students was a transfer from Southeast because East

was the only school offering the course. 'Students don't realize the gr~t deal of time which needs to be spent in order to accomplish class goals," Bartels added. 'They feel there is more of a time and effort commitment than they are willing to address in a semester."

However there were high points to the class. 'Because the class was small, I think more attention could be paid to each student', said Scott Neµie .th, a student in the class. 'It was also great that the class was held seventh period because we could stay to double check the answers on tests, or go on field trips during class, and not worry about being late for the next period.'

'Flying an airplane,' said Scott, 'had to be one of the most exciting experiences in my life, and I believe I will always benefit from it one way or another.'

By Steve Petty

Aiding another can of Pennzoil, vital to the well-being of the plane, is senior Ouis Muehling.

A bird's eye view of East was a common sight to pilot ground school students as they cruised the airways of Lincoln.

Senior Pat McCashland takes the wheel and quickly ascends over the city of Lincoln.

Photos by Steve Petty

Junior High Clockwork

Required clases outnumbered

East Junior High academics employed 59 teachers, but that wasn't nearly as important as the six hundred of students at East.

The Junior High ticked because of the teachers, but what would have happened if the students left East?

Absolutely nothing.

The required classes in seventh grade included Basic Studies, Math, P .E.,and Physical Science 1. In the eighth grade classes were English, American Studies, Math, P .E., health, and Physical Science 2 . Ninth grade classes included English, Government, P .E., and General Math or Algebra.

The required classes were out numbered, however, by the fme selection of electives. Students could select from 62 electives including seven in

art, one in business, ten in English, four in foreign language, one in honie economics, seven in industrial arts, three in mathematics, and several in music, p.e., and science.

Comments on the strength of the school's academic program varied "Pretty good," was how ninth grader Orris London described his classes.

"High quality standards," commented ninth grader Kevin McMahon on his courses.

"Aiot ofkids make the honor role," noted eighth grader Larry Buskey, while another eighth grader, Shelly Elefsrud wondered, "What are academics?"

• Seventh grader Marci Bqtler, however, may have represented m~t students well when she said "Classes are okay, I guess." By Charles Hanna

Photographywasjustone aspect ofJournalism that ninth grader Amy Kardell was required to master

Excitement spread quickly through the junior high halls, as shown by Kristen Tickner, when the word got out about the large number of elective courses available .

On the spot observers Ashok Gupta and Brian Rundquist keep track of all the errors that journalism typist Jim Bruce makes.

Searcbi:ng the Reader's Guide, Matt N~eyer hopes t.o find the right magazine t.o complete his research

Gettlng a little advice from Mrs Darnell, John Kaser tries t.o decide which academic road t.o follow

F il1ing in the answers t.o one of many eighth ,grade social studies worksheets, T. J . Hudson works quickly t.o finish this one before it's due .

Photos bY, Mary Olsen and jnnior high journalism students •

Homework Evasions

Those little white lies

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1"1.nd the assignment for tomorrow " was one of the most • familiar phrases heard every day in school.

Homework assignments ·were a serious fact of life. Some students panicked, wondering if they could write down the assignments before the bell rang, while others casually walked out of class, telling themselves they'd get it done before class the next day.

To some students, excelling in academics and maintaining a high grade point average was hard. Many complained that they had poor study habits.

School was often looked upon as a preparation for college. Therefore, many took it seriously, and received as much "free" education as they could. To others, school was a mere waste of time or a place to socialize with friends.

"I think that people are in too much of a hurry to get out of school," said senior S~phia Kazas. 'They don't take the time to get as much out of their education as they could."

Another difficulty in achieving high grades was the fact that so many students heldjobs through the school year, preventing them from spending time at home to study for a few more hours.

Not only did jobs keep students from studying, but many put off assignments until the due date. They sometimes spent more time thinking up excuses than completing the assignments. Some teachers said they didn't feel right if they didn't hear some kind of excuse each day.

Some of the famous excuses students used included these: "I forgot to write down the assignment."

"I left my book in my locker."

"Assig~ent! What a~ignment?"

"I had to work."

"I'll do it in study hall."

"I had too much other homework."

"I had to watch T.V. for another class."

Despite the excuses, completing assignments was always an individual responsibility. Many took advantage of their education, but others sometimes decided it wasn't worth an extra hour of sleep or a chance to see the latest video when it came to flllishing an algebra assignment. B La M y ura arron

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Taking advantage of the periodicals in the library, senior Andy Didrichson looks for a particular magazine.

'It'simportanttoreceive good grades, and especially to honor students who deserve recognition for their achievements.'

-Sandy Houser, senior

'Good grades. Sure, they're important. They give you something to look forward to. It's a goal.'

-Michelle Smith,junior

'S

. ure it pays for styd. It's important because it's an incentive to get good grades.'

-Joel Grenemeier, senior

'Good grades are important because they determine your future.'

-Carlene Boyd, sophomore

'Good grades are important, but what you learn in each of your classes is more important. It's the knowledge that you acquire that you will use during your entire life.'

-Willie Sapp, art teacher

]3y showing hand gestures, Mr Janssen tries t.o erase the puzzled 109k offsenior Nancy Constance's face. Nancy was one of many students who t.ook advantage of the Basic Computer Math Classes.

Bravely smirking,junior Kristin Wailers prays that one assignment not completed won'taffecther grade.

Trying not t.o disturl> juniors Lori Swanson and Kim Martin, Ron Simmons looks elsewhere for a few laughs.

Photos by Sandy Kruger and Jim Schaffer

~~~----g For Donuts

Minding their own business

The Business Club got the best of two worlds-an interesting activity for socializing and an excellent career orientation program.

The main point of the club was to hear from business people. "Ibis way we get an idea of what there is after high school,' said Lisa Christensen.

The eighteen female members meet every Wednesday during second period. Each member was required to be enrolled in the office procedures class, a class open only to seniors.

A dance, a bake sale, a candy sale, and running the concession stand were a few of the club's fund raisers. Money from the fund-raisers was donated to the food bank, and used for college scholarships for their active members.

The club officers were president Anita Beck, vice president Lisa Christensen, secretary Jill Mitchell, and treasurer, Jenny Jacobs. Mrs. Luella Van VJ.eek and Mrs. Carolene Skorohod co-sponsered the club.

One of their main tasks was

planning the annual employeeemployer dinner held in the spring. Each member was encouraged to bring her own employer.

'We get to talk to peopJe with experience in a job field that we're interested in,' stated Christensen. 'I feel I have learned a lot about the business world just through my class and the club.'

Another club that was invovled in the business world was DECA.

The DECA club gave .Mrs. Deb Payne's marketing students a chance each month, with most of their meetings held at Lincoln businesses, and with a speaker telling about his or lier own business or job. -

The club's main activity was their district competition at Southeast. Winners from there traveled to the state competition at the Lincoln Comhusker Convention Center. State winners took their final step to tp.e National DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) competition in San Francisco in early May.

The club regained the inter-city bowling trophy by besting Southeast and Lincoln High. The~ members changed each week so more people could be invovled.

They also enjoyed a holiday progressive dinner, an employeremployee banquet, and other fun and education activities. Seven hundred dollars was donated by the club to the 'Make a Wish Foundation' to help provide a child's last wish.

The donut stand and Sunglow machine_plus sportswear sales helped the club have enough money to do things such as that community project.

'I really feel the club was profitable to me because I'm planning on going into the marketing and advertising careers,' commen_,ted Heidi Barry.

The club's officers were president Nancy Constance, vice-president Michelle Thompson, secretary Linda Weyand, treasurer Kelli Patrick, and public relations directors Heidi Barry and Kim Kardell. By Cheri _Quathamer

Serving a customer, Jay Ingram makes sure that he has a jelly donut left.

Brad Kelly and Diane DeJonge perform their lip synch routine at the State DECA Conference.

DECAstudents head off to the·state conference in style.

Cullt Svoboda shows off new styles at the Knights of fashion show.

Faubel stands by his campaign head- quarters booth.

Club.member Rene Miller parties with Frosty the Snowman at the (?uistmas party.

Photos by Kathy Soukup

Culture Clubs

Helping the community .

Three foreign language clubs and an International Club added a bit of culture to the high school scene.

Interested students could select from the French Club, the Spanish Oub, or the German Club, depending on the language they were most interested in.

The club-sponsored activities were designed to benefit the community as well as the students. Some of the activities included adopting a children's wing in the city hospitals, decorating rooms for hospitalized children at holiday times, and supporting American Field Service students with scholru-ships. The clubs also sponsored the Sadie Hawkins Dance and the annual International Club baµ4l\et. _

''It was fun to be part of a group having to do with another culture," commented S9phomore Erica Birky. "It was also interesting."

Sophomore Jill Hoppner said she joined ''to enjoy and understand more than just the language. I liked getting to know students outside of class."

The goals of the clubs were to promote international relations and to help students learn more· about the culture ofa different country, according to French Club sponsor, Karen Dress.

Spanish Qub sponsor, Susan Byrd who sponsored the group for the first time, explained how popular language clubs were becoming.

''There had been a Spanish Club for quite a long time, but it hadn't been as active in the past compared to this year."

German Club member Jodene Glaesemunn wanted ''to become more involved in German, especially the culture and the customs "

The German Club sponsor, Dr. Bill Hammelmann, said he enjoyed meeting with the kids outside of class and ''watching them learn about the different culture and customs of another country."

According to Bridget Flynn, president of International Club, the main thrust of the clubs was fun. "I enjoyed the club because ofthe people involved, and the fun we had while we were working."

By-Stephanie Siedband

Photos by Bridge t FlyDJ?., Sandy Kruger and Stace y Skold

Jm Hoppner and Michelle C.Ollicot work tediously on a pinata at a Spanish Club party

International club providedgOQd excuse for a potluck picnic at Holmes Lake park.Julie A.mold, Ruth Winted Dawn Aden, Tricia Siefkes, and Jennifer Ibsen pick up some international cuisine on their way through the buffet line.

&.er receiving a box of gummy twins to sell 'for International Oub, ninth grader Ruth Winter examines the box for dents.

Sorting gummy twins for International club was one of the many important tasks of club vice-president Christi Antczak and sponsor Steve Pierce.

Celebrating Thanksgivingwith anelegant feast of Valentino's pizza and non-alcoholic wine in fifth period French class are Paula Reed, Tiffany Stroh, Amy 7.ollJnger, Joan Witt, Tom Boohar , Lori Svendson and Angie Desmond

Picture-perfect straight lines were essential ' for marching band members Ken Plautz, Tracy Douglass, Julie Fricke, and John Bahr.

Harmonizing Tones

A recipe to hum by

Teke a few quarter notes, a handful of half notes, and throw in several whole notes. Add some tonalities, a little style, harmony, and a: melody. And what do you have? So far, nothing .

But now blend in the most important ingredient: people who wish to express themselves. No baking or refrigeration required. The end product will be beautiful music.

"Band was more than just blowing air through a horn," said junior drum major Bob Henrichs. "During marching season, it was the memorization of a routine, marching in step, playing in tune, and finally everything getting everything in tempo."

Band president Greg Wright underscored the importance of the band. "We worked, along with the cheerleaders, as the sole spirit raisers at most games."

The band raised spirit because of unity. And a strong sense of unity enabled the band to earn their third consecutive superior •rating at the Pershing Cont.est.

But as fall turned to winter, the band moved indoors. "When a band goes from a marching one to a concert one," Wright said, "it's like going from a come-as-you-are party to black tie and tails."

Also, the audience changed from a sporting one to an indoor crowd of parents and appreciative students.But the unity remained. A few people dispersed ,, to other areas, but most stayed because of friendships and the music.

"Being in band helped me to identify and become acquainted with a new school," said senior Sarah Staples. ''The people helped to relieve the pressure of being a new student."

"Orchestra existed mainly for string players," commented senior Debbie Ahlquist. "I mean without orchestra, string players would have had no place to exhibit their talent."

Orchestra was probably the most overlooked organization in the music department. Despite the fact that they had three independent concerts, a concert with the three other high schools, a bowling party, ·and took a

checking

Up and down go the bows on Jenn Sturdy's and Kevin Ediger's violins as they play a tune in harmony with the rest of the senior high orchestra.

Photos by Stacey Skold

their form in the opposing mirror are swing choir members Bill Bromfield, Sydna Armstrong, and Joel Grenemeier.

The marching 100 holds its final pre-game 1formation as director Duane Johnson conducts ''The Star

trip to Kansas City in the spring, they found it hard to attract a decent-sized audience for their performances.

"It was hard to reach very many people when the group was small to start with," explained senior flute player Debbie Ahlquist.

"Singers was a musical release of your emotions at mid-day, everyday," said senior Linda Stehly. "It always helped to make a bad day good."

Not only did the band have unity,

but so did the Singers. Because oftheir unity, the Singers were able to take a four-day skiing trip, go on tour during a school break, produce a musical, and create Expressions, a pop music production.

There were, as usual, large respectable crowds at both Uie musical and Expressions, but the concerts lacked student attendance.

"Most people didn't realize what they missed by not coming to at least

one music concert during their high school years," commented junior Jodi Engle. "1heyshouldhave come because we worked just as hard if not harder on our concerts."

"Ithelped to have a good teacher," said Diane DeJ onge. "Pete (Jon Peterson) made us work hard but not without a break. He was the factor that made the group what it was, one big family."

"Swing Choir was a group ofpeople who grew closer and closer together as the year passed," said second year member Karen Hoyt. ''You learn to trust people."

Swing Choir consisted of six couples, who were not always matched ., by heigJit. The group performed mainly Jazz songs and punctuated their numbers with choreography. They had several local performances as well as competitions.

"Swing Choir helped me because I need music," commented Mike Hitt. "Even wh~n we didn't have class I wanted to go sing. Without it my mood for the day just wasn't right."

"Music was and is many different types of people working together, and expressing themselves creatively," added Jon Peterson, head of the music department.

By Mary Olsen

Harmonizing the melodies with their vocals, Singers Ouis Vogt, Joel Zinnecker, Wes Kelley, Mike Hitt, Carol Stephenson,KristlnHandeland, Leanne Handy, Kim Goertzen, Wendy Gatliff, Krista Aberle, and Kristin Yohe did not skip a beat.

'~ou must have been a beautiful baby", sing the members of swing choir while working in the mirror-room back stage in preparation for their Jazz competition at Northwest Missouri State.

Spangled Banner".

Not adverse to tooting his own born, Duane Johnson, the instrumental music director,Joins stage pianist Shelly Wahl.

Flutists Stacey Skold and Michele Belford play flowing, bird-like, melodies during orchestra rehearsal.

Providing the core of the brass section in the senior high concert band are trumpet players Jim Goodwin, Bob Hinrichs, Venu Oiiwkula, Kirth Pederson, and Tim Schultz.

Photos by .Stacey Skold

Senior entertainment editor Steve Brugman follows up on a hot lead All of the typewriters in the Journalism room remained manual

Sharing the one desk designated as the editor's was sometimes a bit crowded for seniors Dam Troutman,JanaAmold and Merry Hayes. Dam and Merry were co-editors of the newspaper, and Jana was editor of the yearbook.

Writers reap rewards

Oracle/Epic staffs overcome inexperience

Brainstorming, meeting deadlines, and keeping up with current events were matters that both the Oracle and Epic staffs had _ t.o contend with. These were just some of the ways that both publications kept students up t.o date on school news.

After getting an international first place award the previous year, the Oracle staff had t.o work hard t.o keep up their reputation. The staff was slow in getting organized, however, mainly because of their inexperience. Once the staff got underway, they covered every aspect of East High, including a car-train accident and serious student health problems.

Seniors Merry Hayes and Dara Troutman were co-editors, which sometimes created"'conflicts. "If Dara and I disagreed on something, neither of us had the final say and we'd have t.o go to Mr. Schaffer about it," said Merry Hayes. The advantages of having two editors were less work, shared responsibility, and more time t.o help staff members.

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A special sports column, the April • Fool's edition and a phot.o page to attract the reader's attention were new additions to the Oracle. "We really had a lot of fun pu~ out the April Fool's edition," said Cheri Quathamer. A total of sixteen issues of the Oracle were published. Two ofthe issues were put out by journalism classes.

The yearbook, on the other hand, was gradually put together section by section, until the final product was published and delivered in May.

A theme was chosen early in the year. '"Ib.e Few, The Proud, The Spartans" was chosen over "Let's Go Crazy" and "S.O.S", which stood for Save Our School. The staff tried t.o carry the theme throughout the book. Division pages, headlines, and pictures were just some ways that helped carcy the theme.

Discussing the articles and pictures due for the nex!tssue of the newspaper are senior Dave Groth, junior photographer Steve Petty, and newspaper/yearl>ook advisor Jim Schaffer.

Salee brainstorms some story ideas for the next newspaper. Sa.lac was a reporter for the Oracle

rti,otos by Sandy Kruger and Tom Macy

Writers reap rewards

In comparison to last year's Epic, this year's had a much larger student life section, more feature stories and more modem graphics. Group shots were featured in the index for easy reference.

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Like the theme, the layout was also carried throughout the book A magazine style layout was used in place of the more traditional mosaic layout style. "We're trying to get a whole new look this year," said &lltor JanaAmold.

The y~arbook staff was also inexperienced. Only four of the sixteen members had been on the yearbook staffbefore. To make up for the lack of ex:perie~ce, the staff attended several workshops and meetings where they profited from valuable ideas and information.

A successful sales drive resulttd in 100 more orders than last year. A whopping 1300 copies were ordered, rather than the usual 1200. Jay Johnson, the business manager was pleased with the results. "We got about 80 percent of the school to purchase yearbooks. Most schools usually only -get 60 percent. It really we~t well."

It was a successful year for the staffs of both publications. 'The pig reward comes when everything turns out just the way you want it," said Epic staff member Barb Clouston.

Sophomore- copy-assistant Amy Weyand types yearbook stories into the computer.All yearbook copy had to be put on a disk and then was taken to PSAB to be printed.

Winding film became routine for junior yearbook photographer Stacey Skold. All black and white film was developed by the student photographers at the school darkroom.

Junior layout editor Joni Birdsall straightens the copy on a yearbook spread. All the paste-up for the yearbook was down by the staff.

Senior yearbook reporter Mary Olsen changes pace and prints some pictures in the darkroom.

Senior business manager Jay Johnson takes care of all the yearbook business, including pizza supplies for a deadline celebration.

Photos by Pam Tatro, Christy Bolen, and Bridget Flynn

At the first pep rally, the varsity cheerleaders showoffanewformationleamedatcheerleading camp.

St.act Miller waves her spirit stick during the reseive cheerleading camp.

Cheering·on the football team are Spirit Club members DeanaKechely, Dara Troutman,Anne Best, Stephanie Kubert, Kathy Borman, and Wendy Collicot.

cheering with all her might, varsity cheerleader Beth Gutz dances to the school song.

Photos by Pam Tatro and Qui.sty Bolen

E-spirit

Spirit groups spark school unity

Promotlng school spirit was a special part of varsity cheerleader Beth Gutz's high school years.

· 'I think it is great that we are given the opportunity to go out and support not only students in athletic events, but also those in speech, drama, and band competitions,' she said.

Being a varsity or reserve cheerleader, anApollonaire, or a Spirit Club officer took a lot of time both in and out of school. 'Students don't realize the time we put in,' said Gutz.

Varsity and reseive cheerleaders attended summer clinics to learn new cheers and squad spirit. They also spent two hours every day during the summer practicing and •perfecting cheers for the new school year. Second period was set aside during the school year for the cheerleaders to practice, plan pep rallies, and deliver signs.

Apollonafres also attended a summer clinic where they learned new dance steps which were in<;orporated into routines that were practiced during the summer months. Apollonaires practiced their routines during the school year first period in the gym }lall.

Spirit Club officers spent the summer months teaching incoming sophomores the rules and regulations of the club, how to keep points, and how to promote school spirit. They also updated the constitution, made signs for the cheerleaders and Apollonaires before they went to clinic, and began Homecoming preparations in July.

Outside of school, the varsity and reserve cheerleaders marched in the Shrine Parade and competed in the Pepsi Challenge Cheer-off at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Apollonaires marched in the Shrine Parade and competed with the marching band in ·the Seacrest Field competition. The members also helped the Nag O>rps in the Pershing band contest. Apollonaires performed their dance routines during half-time of the varsity football and basketball games and at pep rallies.

Dana Crandall ~naps with the beat of the marching band during the halftime of the homecoming game.

E-spirit

Despite the attractions ofbeing in one of the spirit groups, there were some problems. The biggest problem, according to Beth Gutz, was the lack of school spirit. She attributed it to the fewer number of pep rallies allowed ( one per month) and the decreasing number of girls joining Spirit Club.

According to reserve cheerleader Kim Beavers, the biggest challenge that cheerleaders faced was the reaction of the student body.

'People think the minute you make cheerleading you change or become stuck up,' she said. She added that if students would stop thinking of the group as a 'cllque or an instant friendship,' it would make cheerleading much easier and much more fun.

An groups claimed that the worst part of the job is tryouts. There is so much pressure on you,' said Apollonaire Cassy Usher.

Kim Beavers added, 'You're scared to death when you try out, but the . worst part is waiting to hear the results.'

Being a member of the cheerleading squads, Apollonaires, or Spirit Club was still a big honor, according to Beth Gutz. Despite all of the effort and time, Gutz claimed that it was all worth it, especially when the players thanked them.

"fl\at makes the whole thing worthwhile,' she said.

By Dam Troutman

V arsitycheerleadersloriSvendsen,Stephanie Digman, Toni White, Colleen Blad, and Leslie Christensen cheer on the boys during the Northeast football game.

P erformJng to the music of the band is Kari Bothwell, one of the flag corps six seniors

Photos by Christy Bolen and Stacey Skold

Reserve chee~leaders Sam Deterding, Staci Miller, Sue Simpson, Buffy Schneider, Traci Scherer, and Kim Beavers demonstrate a new formation.

Smiling babyish smiles Kathy Borman, Dana Crandell, and Keny Kawa end their baby-doll routine with a childish pose.

Enjoying ca.sq.al conversation before starting a cheer are Vicki Domina, Toni White, Lori Svendsen, and Nancy Constance.

~hanie Kubert grins with reliefat the end of the homecoming game routine just after she lost her shoe on the muddy field.

Finishing their routine with splits are Wendy Collicot, Stephanie Kubert, Lisa Vitello, Angie Desmond, Mavis Flet.cher, Dana Crandell, and ~yUsher.

cringing back, Student C-c>uncil president Heidi Bany avoids the splattering creme.

A smile from Lisa

indicates just one success for the Blue-White ight glamorama . •

Boohar

The student council~s apnual pie-in-the-face booth gave Doug Htµtt and Patsy Rogers the distinct thrill oflettlng Missy Roesler have it.

Photos by Steve Petty

Student gOVernment lncluded an elected student council, an appointed student advisory board, and three sets of class officers. But remarkably, one student held the major leadership position in two of the org8I1Wltions.

Heidi Barry certainly had her share ofwork and responsibility being president of both Student Council and the Student Advisory Board.

'This year's council is extremely productive, there is a lot more volunteering," said Heidi. "StuCo has been put down quite a bit in the past, so we're trying to make it better known how much we really get done."

Student Council organized their traditional projects including the new student orientation, a very successful Blue White Night, the Winter Wonderland dance, and Spring Day.

With so much extra enthusiasm from the council members, they also managed to do things like co-sponsor a dance-a-th.on to help Easter Seals,

StuCo Organized

Class officers gain respect

make considerable progress on the student lounge, get more involved in issues with the school board, and help save some windows from the energy • saving brown paneling.

"I'd never been on a council before so I never realized how much gets done," commented sophomore member Angela White. "Everyone really does their best."

Anotherinfluentialstudentgroup was the StudentAdvisory Board which was commonly know as just SAB. This group was different from StuCo in that the members were appointed instead of elected by their peers.

The Student Advisory Board met two Tuesdays a month. The board organized to come up with ideas for other clubs throughout the school.

"You apply to get on at the beginning of the year and all the meetings are open to anyone interested," said senior member Scott Miller. "We're trying to circulate more information about what we do in SAB."

Button? Button? Who's got the button? Debbie Perantoni tries to decide which one to purchase as Renee Elefsrud and Stephanie Digman give her last minute advice .

Student council members were al~ysheckling advisor Rudy St.oehr, but at Blue and White night they carried it a bit farther at the pie in the face booth.

J ailed by less than vicious friends are sophomores Scott Embury, Jack Macy, and Ross Klameth.

O rganizer Heather Duncombe, president of the Junior class, serves punch to Cindy Wilson and her father at the Father-Daughter dance

StuCo organized •

Some of the projects they did included having plaques made for scholars and a new student program for students that came to East during the year. A SAB member showed the student around for a few days and helped them become familiar with the school.

The work of the class officers began with Homecoming and en~ed with the senior breakfast.

Senior class officers included President Bruce Lundak, Vice-President Inta Didrichsons, and SecretaryTreasurer Tina Pet:ers. Junior officers included President Heather Duncombe, Vice-President Ann Makinson, and Secretary-Treasurer Cindy Wilson. Sophomore officers were President Lindsey Miller, Vice-President Sarah Digman, and Secretary-TreasurerJuni Banerjee.

The officers were chosen at the beginning of the year by fellow classmat:es. They met once a week.

All the officers agreed that they liked their positions.

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"It's a lot of hard work but it pays off," comment:ed junior class officer Ann Makinson.

Each class had differentre~msibilities. The sophomores organized the cabbage pat.ch doll rafile. The money earned went toward the prom which they would plan as juniors. The juniors gave the Father-Daught:er Dance and organized prom for the seniors. The seniors had a Senior Breakfast and donated the senior gift. All three classes organized Spirit Week.

There were lots of advantages of being a class officer. One was the respect they received from adults as well as students.

"I like being an officer because it makes me feel like I'm doing something for my class," said Sarah Digman.

There were also some disadvantages.

"When something goes wrong, the officers are the first to be blamed," Heather Duncombe said.

But all the officers said they enjoyed their jobs.

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"I liked Spirit Week. It's fun to try out your authority," senior class officer Int.a Didrichsons comment:ed.

All the sophomore and junior officers said they would run again in the 1985-1986 election.

By Anne Makinson & Barb Clouston

And suddenly the cream came from everywhere and wen tall over and left Mike Sprague wondering what hit him.

More panels and less windows went in despite students' objections.

Donuts and more donuts were Monte Willis' objective while competing in the food-eating contest.

Junior Julie Youngscap experiences the thrill of reaching the t.op of the mountain.

Heading straight for a mogul, Nicki Vellek prepares for a quick turn using the "snow plow" technique.

Avoiding numerous trees and snowplowing to a stop, Tracey Sherer shows off her skiing ability.

Rockin' in the Rockies

. Ski trips save sanity ·

Fallingoffthellftonceortwice

was well worth the price for many as they quickly learned the thrill ofskiing. Whether they had skiied their entire life or had never been on skis before, ski trips provided a much needed vacation in January.

More than just skiing took place on these trips, however, as students took advantage of their leisure hours to shop, sleep, socialize or watch t.v. in a different time zone.

"Skiing was great, butlhadjustas

much fun in the hot tubs and enjoying the night life," said junior Denise Draus, who went on the band ski trip to Winter Park, C:Olorado.

Heading for the slopes over semester break were Singers, band, and ski club. Student C:Ouncil took their annual ski trip in the spring. The Singers skiied in Br~enridge, Colorado for three days and it cost them approximately 8185 not including food, lessons or souvenirs. This trip was the least expensive of all school ski trips, butjust as thrilling as the rest, accord-

ing to senior Sydna Armstrong. "It was definitely one of the better ski trips I've been on," Sydna said. "I think I got a good deal."

Twenty-seven people from the band went to Winter Park, C:Olorado and it cost them 8200 for three funfilled days of skiing.

C-a.tering'to the needs ofany skiier, the ski club invaded Steamboat Springs, Colorado for four days. The weather was perfect for skiing and no one was stranded in a bliz7,ard up in the mountains. By Bridget M. Flynn

Once off the bus, senior Jamie Sneddon anticipates the exctt.ement of "hot dogging" down the mountain.

Discussing a day on the slopes, seniors Mike Hitt and Gretchen Wood relax by the fire.

Junior Kim Beavers realizes how exhausting skiing really is after spend ing the day on the slopes.

Largest number involved ITS overcomes one-act disappointment

Wuh the largest number of members ever, International Thespian Society (ITS) and Drama Qub were involved in many activities throughout the year. Starting on the second day of school, tryouts were held f~r the fall play, "Back O>untry Crimes .

In December, work on the one-act contest play began. The "Actor's Nightmare" had a cast of seven led by junior Bob Hinrichs.

- On January 16, the play was performed at the district one-act play competition. It took third behind second place Southeast and the overall winner Northeast, who proceeded to

go on to state competition.

The ITS state convention was held February 1-2 at Kearney State O>llege, with a group of 20 Spartan thespians in attendance. "1beActor's Nightmare" was scheduled to perform but was cancelled due to an illness in the cast.

"We had come all this way and then couldn't perform. The whole cast was disappointed, but we made the best of it," explained Jenny Eberly.

The group attended special dramatic events such as plays put on by other high schools in the state, duet actlngscenes,andshortclassesranging from animal makeup to improvisation. Two members, Cindie Gamble and

David Burrows, were elected to the ITS State Board. The club as a whole received an award for the most original name tags.

On February 15, the two clubs sponsored the 'Tum-a-bout" dance. Held after the Creighton Prep basketball game, it proved to be a great success. Valentine's were sold and refreshments seived.

"I joined ITS because it's a terrific way to meet other people with a similar interest in acting and the stage," said ITS member Greg Dubinsky. "It's been a great learning experience and a great deal of fun."

By Joni Birdsall

At the Blue-White night Freakshow drama clubmembersStevelewis,DaveBurrows,Greg Dubinsky, D~rek Shickell , Bob Henrichs, Melanie Mason, Doug Donnelson, Scott Farber, Macy Olsen, and Sue Smith played roles ranging from a four-eyed monster to Ghostbusters.

Bob Henrichs portrays Hamlet during a soliloqy in "'Jbe Actor's Nightmare".

Bob Henrichs is slapped not once, but twice by Janet Donohoe when he tries to unzip her dress.

Sue Smith uses extra volume to recite her lines at dress rehearsal as they were spoken from within a garbage can.

Arter being beheaded, Bob Henrichs lies motionless behind the bloody chopping block.

Photos by Steve Petty

.Kicking up their feet, quartet mem~rs Angie Desmond, Julie Saffer, Tracey Smith and Melissa Bartels splash into their next move.

With flowers for the men escorts, Brad Kelly and Bruce Lundak, Dollfins Resa Reffert and Sandy Houser make a quick entrance.

Wuh one swift but graceful move soloist Resa Reffert prepares to twirl into the water.

Synchronized

Girls just want to have fun

{) • Mix 20 girls and one medi~ized swimming pool together and what do vou get?

Dollfins, an aquatic swimming group, consisted of girls interested in synchronized swimming.

In order to become a member of Dollfins, each girl had to perform a variety of swimming strokes, demonstrate a number of stunts including a barracuda, belly kip, ballet leg, and learn a short routine.

"I got started by being involved in a synchro class at the YMCA", said Dollfins presidentResaReffert. "I really started enjoying synchronized swimming which made me decide to go out for the school team."

The Dollfms began practice on Jan.16 with seven seniors, nine juniors, and four sophomores. Twelve of the twenty girls were returnees from the previous year.

They practiced seventh period, and

sometimes up until 5:30 under the supervision •of sponsor Debbie Salyards.

The officers included President Resa Reffert, Vice-President Linda Weyand, Secretary Sandy Houser, Treasurer Ann Strasheim, and Decorating Chairman Ann Workman.

Thetheme,chosen by senior Wendy O>llicott, was "Girls just want to have fun."

"We wanted a theme which was about girls and their names," stated O>llicott.

Some songs included in the March 15-16 show were: "Jamie," "Sandy," "Mickey," "Girls Just Want To Have Fun,"' and "She's a Beauty."

'"Witli the emphasis on synchronized swimming during the Olympics," commented Salyards, "I feel that synchronized swimming will be on the up-and-up. More people will want to • become a part of it."

The girls worked hard at learning and perfecting their acts. Each act was developed by an officer or by an act chairman.

Even though each girl had her own reason for becoming a Dollfin, no one regretted joining the group-although at times some had their doubts.

"It was hard, very time-consuming, but well worth it," Secretary Sandy Houser said. "Leaming routines and synchronizing your strokes with the other girls took a lot of patience and determination."

Despite long practices and wrinkled skin, the Dollfins gave an outstandingperformance. Sophomore Amy Weyand summed it up by saying "It was a lot of hard work, but it was well worth the time we spent on it because after all, girls do just want to have fun."

By Laura ·Marron

Going down under are Julia Forker and Tracey Smith.

Nota Lawrence Welk dance step bu tan aquatic stroke was a skill mastered in Dollfins by sophomore Amy Zollinger.

,, Photos by Pam Tatro and Jim Schaffer.

Pleasure and purpose Groups strive for excellence

In a search for excellence,junior high students, although few in number, proudly supported a variety of groups. Each group was unique, but all had a common denominatorcommunity service.

Junior high student council sponsor Mrs. Hovendick said the-purpose of the council was "to help the students become more involved in school activities, to meet new people, and to help the surrounding community "

To carry through with their purpose, the junior high student council sponsored several activities such as dances, promotion, and student exchanges with other schools. For excitement in their agenda they added a new activity, one which everyone would have the chance to get involved in, a food drive.

The food drive was supposed to be a competition between the junior and senior high students. The group gathering the largest number of canned food goods would be the winner. Unfortunately, the senior high students did not respond to the challenge and collected only a few cans, while the junior high students compiled 910 cans of food.

'The food drive was our biggest achievement," said vice-president Gina Vitello. "We really worked hard to make it a success."

A group that was even more dedicated to the community was the junior high Red Cross.

According to the sponsor, Ms. Shuster, the purpose ofRed Cross was "to do service proje<;ts for the school and community."

The members of the Red Cross also carried out their purpose through a variety of services. For the school they sponsored Teacher Appreciation Day, where they made signs and brought cookies and apples for their teachers. For the community, they threw a Halloween party at the Hartley Daycare Center, visited veterans at the Veterans Hospital, and sang for residents at Lancaster Manor.

Of his experiences in Red Cross president Marcus Zinsmaster said, "I

get a sense of self-satisfaction knowing I helped someone who needed it.And from this I have learned that I can make a difference."

It , seemed difficult for music groups to make a difference in their community, but they proved it was possible.

Both the choruses and instrumental groups visited elementary schools like Morley and Pyrtle. The main purpose for these visits was to encourage future students to continue their involvement in music.

Before taking such trips, however, they had to learn how to work as a group.

In the orchestra, members were required to learn a song a week and be able to play it up to concert standards. They were given two days a week to tape the songs.

- Darla Hermance, a ninth grade violin player, found the orchestra to be "a good experience for people who are planning to continue playing. It really helps teach the basics of playing."

"The seventh-eighth grade chorus," said eighth grader Terry Brown, "was a class where everbody worked and was always ready to help out their neighbor."

Aside from the choruses, ther.e were the two select groups, illusions

and Spartan Singers. These groups served the community through choreographed music. They performed for businesses, holiday parties, the Shriners, and the Masons.

To eighth grader Laura Gutkin, IllusioDJ, was a group that helped her gain confidence in her singing ability and learn how to cooperate with eleven other people.

To Ellen Canney, an eighth grader in Spartan Singers, the group was "kids working together to do performances, and at the same time learning about people."

The largest group in the junior high had to be the performers in the play. More than fifty students worked in some way to put on the play "Get Smart", which was performed on February 27 and 28. Although the play was at times confusing, as well as challenging, the students worked hard to produce a classic comedy.

"It gave many people a chance to show their talent," said ninth grader Amy Fredrick. "Even though it took lots of hard work it was worth the effort."

Overall, the groups could be summed up in three simole words: we had fun. By Mary Olsen

Trying to memorize one of many choral festival tunes are members of the seventh and eighth grade chorus.

Photos by Mary Ol~n

_Agents-ninty-nine and eighty-six, (Kristin Guild and Terry Brown) tell hysterical agent forty-four on eighty-six's shoe phone to calm down

P ractictng their part together helps flutist Lisa Ostermeire and Catherine Fought learn the notes and rhythms quicker.

Showing her state medal winning style, sophomore gymnast Kristin Gutz performs her floor routine at the state meet.

Photo by Steve Petty

Determination and dedication were the prerequisites for every sport. It took both to voluntarily opt for months of tough workouts instead of the Brady Bunch repeats on T.V. After that, all it took was to make the team.

The competition was somewhat intensified by ·a new rule allowing freshmen to compete on high school teams. In most sports, however, this had little, if any, effect.

All sports required sacrifice. Wrestlers had to lose weight and swimmers shaved their heads. Many hours were given to practice by both players and coaches. Participants occasionally had to miss school for out of town games. Even a little peace of mind was given up in getting psyched for the big game;

Win or lose, a certain exhilaration came from just participating. Surviving weeks and often months of physically exhausting practices led to the sense of personal satisfaction. The dedication paid off in the form of state medals for several Spartans. Oustanding individual performances by senior Gary Timberlake, sophomoresAnnRoselandandKristin Gutz in gymnastics, and senior Scott Hollestelle in cross country in the fall set the pace for the rest of the year.

The year-round intramural sports continued to gain in popularity. Under the direction of driver's ed instructor Rudy Stoehr, students found that they didn't have to be talented to ettjoy sports. While playing in intramual games earned students P .E. credits, most did it for fun.

For the student fans, sports events were often more of a social gathering than a competitive match. For example, it was more often for friendship, not football, that teens chose to voluntarily freeze on a fiberglass bench in late October at Seacrest Field.

So, whether or not they played on the team, sports were important in the lives of nearly all of THE FEW, THE PROUD, THE SPARTANS!

s tarting their long

competitors

run,

in the district finals challenge a daunting hill. East runners took second in the meet.

T he state runners-up receive their trophy following the state m e et in Kearn e y. Front row : J Muehling, P. Vicary, D King. Back row: Coach Jim McConnell, M. Fredrick, E Mullett, B. Bopp, and S. Ilollestelle.

Photos by Lisa Gammel and Sandy Kruger

Bounding to the finish line, Scott Hollest,elle

Runners jog on New rule deprives Spartans

The boys' and girls' cross country teams ran together, both in practice and in meets, but they had opposite seasons. The boys topped their season off with a second place finish at the state meet, while the girls' team failed to qualify.

Scott Hollestelle, the defending Class A champion, placed second at state to Matt Nielsen, a surprising runner who won the championship as a ninth grader. Nielsen was able to compete because of a new ruling allowing freshmen to compete for Lincoln varsity teams. In addition, Eric Mullet and Paul Vicary followed with 12th and 13th finishes to spark East's silver medal effort.

"We could -have improved more, but we beat Omaha Burke at state which was a victory in itself," said Dan

King, another of the team's varsity performers.

The girls were plagued with injuries as well as only having eight runners.

'The girls didn't come along quite the way I expected they would, but they did their best," said Coach Jim McConnell.

Sarah Harless lead the team with some high fmishes in the Grand Island and Fremont Invitationals.

'This year was better for everyone on the team, even though we didn't make it to state," Harless commented. "We all improved a lot, and really worked hard."

East has had many good teams in the past and Coach McConnell said he felt the same about this one as the others, "I love 'em."

By Kerry Knaub

Cross country team. Front row: G. Wood, L. Gammel, K. Erickson, K. Knaub, MPlager, C. Livers, and K. Sneddon. Middle row: M. Fredrick, E. Mullett, P. Vicacy, S. Hollestelle,J. Muehling, T. Dingman, and D. King. Back row: G. Woodward, M. Willis, B. Bopp, L. Franklin, J. Benjamin, J. Hayden, T Rathbun and G. Coyne.

prepares to break through the string and take first place in the Lincoln Invitational. •

Head coach Lee Zentlc gives senior quarterback Mike Forsberg special instructions for a play against Northeast. The game was homecoming for the Spartans.

Leading the way, senior running back Dave Clare and senior quarterback Mike Forsberg try to get the Spartan offense going against city champ Lincoln High. The Links came out on top, winning the game by the score of 14-0.

Senior Kent Wells dominated on the football field, and plays like this one against Lincoln Northeast earned him a UN-L scholarship.

Photos by St.eve Petty

The Rockhust quarterback dropped back to pass. The Hawklets, the top-rated team in Missouri, were beginning to move the ball against a fired-up Spartan defense.

As the passer dropped back to throw, however, he found a hard-charging Tim Harrington, defensive tackle, breathing down his neck. Harrington forced a wobbly pass that floated out toward the flat.

With a swipe of one big arm, senior tackle Kent Wells batted the ball up in the air, grabbed it and ran 32 yards to score the first touchdown of the game.

That play epitomized East's varsity football season, Ji season which saw the Spartans struggle on offense, but

City, Grand Island, which finished the season undefeated, city champion Lincoln High and state playoff qualifiers Southeast and Fremont.

"Kent Wells was the biggest player we've ever had," said Zentic ofhis 6'5", 280 lb. star.

East did place four players on the all-city team including Kent Wells, Pat McCashland, Dave Clare and Tim Kuester.

Kuester led the team in pass receptions with 28 for 459 yards, and also tied senior Pat Sweeney to lead the team with 4 interceptions each. ''Tim Clare, our secondary coach, did a lot for us," said Kuester. 'The secondary was one of the strongest in the schools history," according to coach Zentic.

D is for defense Defense

sparks, offense sputters

shine on defense. "It was all a big surprise, to me," Wells said of the first and only touchdown of his career. "It all happened so quickly."

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Wells was the ringleader of an outstanding defense that also featured seniors Dave Clare and team tackle leader Pat McCashland. The secondary set a school record for the fewest yards given up on passing plays.

"Defensively, we were good enough to win," commented Coach Lee Zentic in his 18th year of coaching at East, "but offensively we were a bit weak."

"We played better than our record • indicated," added Zentic. East won two of nine games, but faced tough opposition including Rockhust of Kansas

Senior quarterback Mike Forsberg led the team in passing, completing 64 passes for 765 yards and 3 touchdowns. Dave Clare was the leading rusher with 356 yards.

In addition to Wells, who was heading for UN-L, several other players planned to play college football. Matt Jewett, Tim Harrington, Dave Clare, and Pat McCashland planned to walk on at UN-L. Mike Forsberg and Ching Johnson indicated an interest in playing at Nebraska Weslyan. Todd Dennis was considering Doane.

"It was a disappointing season," Zentic said, "But we worked hard and gave a good effort." By Jay Johnson

Varsity football team members. Front Row-D McIntosh, manager, B. Millet, R. Stephenson, D. Clare, P. Sweeney, 13. Lundak, 13. Ilcstcr, S. Oswald, C. ,Johnson, K. Buchholz, B. lvine, and D. llunt, manager. Second Row-Coach Clare, Coach Henry, R. Simmons, T. Dennis, l\l. I Iallberg, M.,Jcwctt, C. Svoboda, T. Costello, P. l\lcCashland, l\l. Forsberg, T. Kuester, l\l. Augustine, Coach Young, and Coach Zentic. 'n1ird row includes T. l\las..,.cv, L. Green, K. Hansen, T. Anderson, K. Anthony, K. Weils, l\l. lloukather, l\l. Artz, T. Harrington, T. Ilallbcrg, 13. Greenes..._, and D. Ilclm.

Looking fory~e, senior Tim Costello heads upfield against his Norfolk opponents. The Spartans went on to win the game 7-0. •

Small But Tough

Both teams battle to win three

Big plans proved to be bofu good and bad for the reserve and sophomore football teams. Both teams ended the season with only three wins.

Against Beatrice, the reserves used several long, quick, drives to score sixteen points in the fourth quarter. This comeback forced the game into overtime. Junior quarterback Tom Massey's touchdown run was called back by a penalty. The spartans'later scored, but once again, a penalty denied them of their touchdown. The game ended in a 21J2 defeat for the Spartans.

Ron Simmons, a junior, anticipates the next opportunity to maul anyone who gets in his way.

The next week, they faced the same situation. But this time, the Spartans came off with the win by defeating Lincoln High 24-23 in overtime.

"We started oRt pretty sad but as the season progressed, we improved," commented junior Scott Oswald. "We came together as a team."

Quarterback Massey lead the team on offense while linebackers Oswald, Mark Augustine, and Dave Graves, plus defensive'back Ron Simmons anchored the defense.

About ten players on the reserve team also played on the varsity team and several earned varsity letters.

Reserve Football Team Members Front Row:

M Bakula, T.Schmidt, T. Kubert,S Woodring,K. Kiner, M. Wible, D Graves , A Clark, and S Oswald Second Row: Coach Bullington, S. Stewart, , J.Meyer,M.Artz, , J Sharpee,T.Massey, S. Shipman, T. R e in, D. Draper, M. Augustine, , J. Masek, Coach Wright,and Coach Kechley Third Row: M Gmves, D. Ostdiek, ,J. Lindeonan, , J. Fmhm, S. Somerhalder, S. M,>rris, S. Dieckman, M. Kirkland , D. Frey, B McFarland, R. Simmons

The sophomore football team had a chance at the city championship, but two long touchdown plays by Southeast defeated the sophomores 14-6.

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"It was just two big plays by Southeast that hurt. Otherwise, we beat them," said assistant coach Tim Spahn.

"We were really disappointed when we lost the city championship to Southeast," said Tim Artz, sophomore llne~r, ''because we didn't think we played to our potential."

Coach Spahn said he thought tl;te •team had a good passing attack, a small offensive line whichplayedhard, and a solid defense . B J J hn y ay o son

These reserve defenders battle to break up a l Grand Island play.

Sophomore Football Team Members Front Row: , J Howser, M. Miller, G. Kelley, C. Pete rson, T. O'I Ianion, G. Owen, N. Hoffman, and L. Fral e y. Second Row: O:>ach McEntarffer, K. Sweeney, T. Artz, ,J. llall, M Backencamp, C. Hilsabeck , D Nickel, S. Embury, D. Schmidt, , J. Sudduth , Coach Spahn, and Coach I Jansen. Third Row:T. Stmot, M Bartolome, K. Plitz, S. Reeves, L. Brcassea.lc, M Spr..iguc, 8. Dieckman, M. Moerer, P. Pike, S Fangman, C. Marotz, 8. Kroeger, and T. Fox.

Juniors Tom ~assey and Sean Stewart team I up to fake out the Grand Island defense, as Dave I Gmve..s, Mike Wible, Steve Morris, and Jim

Masek help out by blocking.

Julie ~k~lahon spikes the ball as two Sou th east opponents attempt a block. Looking on are ~lonica Kconig, Robyn Elefsrud, and Renee Eldsmd

Showing their spirit and team unity, everyon~ huddles and does a team chant before the match.

Photos by Pam Tatro

Julie McMahon and Renee Elefsru block a pike over two Southeast defenders.

Varsitv Team. Front Row: ,J. McMahon, Re. Eldsmd,,Jo. Vennccr, Ro. Elefsrud,,Ju. Vermeer, R. Rcffert, and S. Staples. Second Row: Coach Nancy Deflcnbaugh, ,J\' Coach Cindy Golden, S. ~lackovica, I I. Tropp, ,J. Peters, L. Smith, M. Keonig, Assistant Kim Bartunek, and Coach Myron Ochkrking.

Beautiful beginning, but ...

Numb er one rating is brief

T he girls' varsity volleyball team started off strong with victories in their frrst few games and at one point in September were ranked number one in the state.

The bubble eventually burst, however, becaus~ the team could never quite overcome cross-town rival Lincoln Northeast which went on to win the state title.

This year we had a lot of team unity,' said Monica Koenig, a junior starter. 'We got along really well and a lot of times did things together outside of volleyball.'

The team began the season with three consecutive weekends of tournaments The exhausting schedule, however, did not prevent them from winning the River City Classic at Omaha Central. That tournament win, coupled with a victory over Grand Island, briefly earned East the state's top ranking.

However, the team stumbled in the third invitational, losing to both Lincoln High and Westside.

'We were playing just as good and our hits were there ,' Koenig said, 'but they just weren't as strong.'

Coach Myron Oehlerking had another strong season and was named Nebraska volleyball coach of the year in December.

'Mr. Oehlerking would call team meetings and give us pep talks to help get us up,' explained Koenig.

Another turning point in the season came during a game against Lincoln High in the Trans-Nebraska Tournament. Season-long starter Julie Vermeer was injured in that game.

• The injury brought the team closer together and helped us work harder,' said Vermeer.

The team continued to play hard but a loss in the district tournament prevented them from qualifying for state.

By Pam Tatro

S etting the ball to a teammate, Robyn Elefsrud concentrate s on placing the ball in _the right space.

w ith a tied score Julie Vermeer hits an ace spike, giving the East girls another point. Looking on are Jodi Vermeer, Julie McMahon, Robyn Elef.-;rud, and Renee Elefarud.

Aithough girls' sports events often lacked the large numbers of enthusiastic fans who flocked to the varsity boys' games, this did not stop pl.ayers such as Kam Petri from playing up to their potential.

Junior Varsity team. Front Row: K. Smith, K. Martin, L. Swanson, S. II ubbard, I I. Bredensticncr, T. Nash, and B. Schneider. Back Row: Coach Nancy Deffenbaugh, Coach Cindy Golden, T . Bomholdt, R. Spethman, M. Sanford, K. Petri, K. Aberle, Assistant Kim Bartunek, and Coach Myron Oehlcrking.

Hoping for an ace serve, Ruth Spethman prepares to hit the ball over the net.

Going All The Way

Reserves ring up 13 wins

Bouncing back from a season opening loss, the junior · varisty volleyball team never looked back and won the remaining fourt en games on its schedule.

Highlighting their remarkable comeback was a spectacular win over Seward in the East High Invitational.-

East was down 14-2 in one game during the match, but they didn't let themselves get out of the match mentally. They pulled themselves out of the hole and won 18-16. Seward was undefeated at the time.

'It was a miracle we won,' said coach Cindy Golden.

The reserve team not only won the East Invitational, but they also won the Lincoln Public Schools City Tournament and wound up the season winning 14 games and losing only one, a game against Grand Island right at the beginning of the season.

'We had good enthusiasm and we worked well together,' said Melissa Sanford, a sophomore on the team. 'That was the reason for all of our wins.'

One new st~dent who really lifted everyone's spirits was sophomore Ruth Spethman, a transfer from Pius where she played on the varsity team. She really helped the team and was known as a good all-around player, especially powerful at hitting. She had the highest hitting percentage for the team as well as the highest serving percentage.

'We played as a team and everyone got along good,' commented Spethman. 'If you made a mistake, everyone would encourage you not to worry about it.'

The coach of the junior varsity volleyball team was Cindy Golden and her assistant coach was Kim Bartunec.

'1 he sophomore volleyball team also had a few surprises up its sleeve. They flllished second in the city with a 6- 7 record and became a very closeknit team in :the process.

'We were very close by the end of the season, and improved a lot in the way we played and getting along with Coach Deffenbaugh,' Kirsten Gonzales commented.

The team was lead by Angela Whi e, who played 'fantastic throughout the season,' Gonzales said.

'We acted like a bunch ofsquirrels in practices but we were always serious when game time rolled around,' said Liz Ogborn.

Despite the losing season record, 'We were pleased with the way the season turned out. We improved a lot,' Angela White said.

'We had good support from the varsity team and coach Oehlerking, and we also had a lot of fun this year,' White said.

By Kim Martin & Dave Groth

Sophomore Rachel Stivers successfully hits the ball over the net while teammate Lisa Kathe looks on.

Photos by !'am Tatn\

Sophomore Team. Front. Row: A. White , L. Ogborn, K. Gonzales, A. Weyand, L. Kathe, K. ,Johnston, and T. Bukher. Back Row: Coach Nancy Defenbaugh, Coach Cindy Golden, ,J. Massengale, C. ,Jolly, R. Stivers, L . .Miller, C. Hart.man, As.-.ist.ant. Kim Bartunek, and Coach M~1 ron Oehlcrking.

Junior Scott Stempson scmmbles to gain the advantage

.Arter the release of his serve, Steve Hansen observes his opponent's return hit.

Varsit:vTcnnismcmbcrs.FrontRow:R.Schull, T. I lam ti ton, B. Gilbertson, F AJonso,andS. Roy. Second Row: E. Eggland, S. Brugman, M. Ros..~, G. Taylor, and Coach Hubbard.

Photos by Sandy Kmgcr

New faces; new goals

Tennis and golf led by sophomores

Some familiar faces appeared on the sports scene to take up new challenges as the boys' tennis and girls' golf teams ooth welcomed new coaches.

Chris Hubbard, a 1983 graduate, came back to take over for Jerry Trimble as the boys' tennis coach. The team had only two returning varsity players.

''To some, our lack of returning lettermen would seem to mean a rebuilding year, but I didn't think so," said O>ach Hubbard.

Hubbard discovered several strong sophomores who could take over the top two spots and lead the team to a winning season. The seniors on the team also helped by working hard and supporting each other. •

"We also had a good time," said senior Brad Gilbertson.

"Everyone played up to their potential, which made the year go smoother than I expected," said O>ach Hubbard.

Randy McCutcheon, the debate coach and another novice at coaching sports, took over the girls' golf team in the fall. The group of four seniors, one junior, two sophomores, and one fre hman were inexperienced, but still managed to fmish fourth in the most competitive district in Nebraska.

SophomoreAlysen Madsen placed 16th out of 57 competitors at the state golf meet held at Omaha Benson Park on October 11.

Madsen placed sixth and Kim Gaber placed ninth just missing state by one stroke.

"It was heartbraking for the girls not to make state because they worked so hard," said first-year coach Randy McCutcheon.

Even though the team didn't turn in winning scores everytime, they always managed to keep things in perspective. As senior Laura Dappen said, "We always tried hard, but we had fun doing it."

They kept their morale up in a variety of ways. Sometimes that meant having Tracey Knudson sing a country western song and sometimes just munching on pizza at Godfathers seemed to get the job done.

At tournaments never a discouraging word was heard among the team. In fact, they were one of the best-liked teams among the schools across the state. As O>ach McCutcheon put it, "I don't know if they were always great golfers, but they were always great • people."

Girls Golf

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R eserve Tennis members. Front Row: T. Dinkleman, R. Edwards, B. Bromfield, V. Ganshorn, and M. Gros..">. Second Row: Coach Hubbard, ,J. Ellingson, M. Pardy, C. Dyke, C. Fitzsimmons, B. ,Jones, and R. W~

G1r1s golf members:A. Madsen, T. Knudson, C. Howard, K Gaber, L. Kaser, Coach Randy McCutcheon, L. Dappen,A. Beck, andK. Kleager.

Balancing Out Experience and youth aid season

·The boys gymnastic team depended on experience while the girls team relied on youth, but both enjoyed outstanding seasons.

The boys team had six seniors, all in their third year I of high school competition.And each senior was able to contribute in a different individual event. Gacy Timberlake, however, led the team in all seven events.

Even though the team had many leaders, they still were faced with several defeats. But they took these losses in stride.

As senior Tod Eastman said, "We learned how to take the wins and the losses as they came."

Through the season the team often found themselves behind.And at state, once again, they were the underdog. The team came from behin4 battling three other teams, just to make the finals.

"Having Gacy being the leader in the all-around competition helped our position, of course,' commented senior Bruce Frogge. 'But on the first day of competition we ,shocked everyone, including ourselves, when we led after the first five events,"

Unfortunately, the team soon had to face their weakest event, the high

bar, and dropped back to fourth place where they remained throughout the remainder of the meet. Even so, they were winners, for they scored higher at state than any other time during the regular season.

The girls team faced some difficult decisions at the beginning of the year. The seniors and juniors were used to a relaxed atmosphere, while the sophomores were used to a more stressful one. Ali knew they were capable of doing really well if they worked as a team. So, the coaches decided not to pressure anyone into doing anything she didn't want to, thus creating, as senior Beth Gutz called it, "a happy medium."

Eventually, the team found that they all had their better events on different days. Thus, everyone covered for everyone else's weaknesses which helped to better the team.

In the end, the team put all their talents together to score the highest team score of the season and to break the school's records. This score also paved the way for a second place finish in the state.

"Both teams did better than anticipated," said Coach Dave Epp~rt 'They were a fired up bunch and definitely went out as winners in my mind." By Mary Olsen

Performing a strength move on the parallel bars is senior Gary Timberlake, the team's top performer.

Girls Gymnastics members Front Row: H. Balke. Second Row:T. Metcalf and S Sorenson. Third Row: Coach MJkdwine, A. Roseland, R. Miller , and Coach Eppert. Fourth Row: M Merwick, M. Meinecke, and D. Weidner Fifth Row: B. (~1t.z and K. Gut.z

Concentrating to keep her balance on the four inch beam is sophomore Kristin Gutz.

Adeep breath and a large swing carries senior Tod Eastman through his performance on the parallel bars at the state meet.

Boys Gymnastic members. Front Row-T. Eldien, C. Schwitzer, T. Smith. Second RowCoach Eppert, G. Timberlake, T. Eastman, S. Bartels, C. Solley, C. Muehling, M. Schneider, and B. Frogge.

Photos hy Pam Tatro

Outstanding Performances

Twenty-four qualify for state

''Iwas really pleased with the number of students on this year's team," commented first-year coach Greg Fleming.

"The competition within the team made us a better team ovem.ll. Everyone on this year's team showed a lot of improvement and enthusiasm for the sports of diving and swimming."

East showed great ability and improvement as the season went on. At the Trans-Nebraska meet, the last big meet before state, sixty-one out of sixty-six swim times imoroved.

Besides having senior high members, ninth graders competed for the varsity for the first time.

"It was a new experience for being a freshman on the team. But the team became a second family to me, " commented ninth grader Leigh Saffer

East showed some outstanding performances at the State meet, including John Wilson's capture of two State Titles. He placed first in the 200 yard freestyle with a time ofl:43.2 and the 100 yard freestyle with a time of :46.8. Both times earned him allAmerican consideration.

Another exceptional performance was put in by senior Mike Schneider. Schneider racked up 401.6 points to place second behind Kevin Barbee of Omaha Burke.

"I felt alright about my performance, but I could have done better," stated Schneider.

Both teams had winning seasons.

Girls showed a respectable record of eight and two, while the boys had a record of nine and two. Both teams lost to Hastings and Southeast. Th e records showed the hard work an dedication put in by every member of the team.

Tim Stortz, a 1983 graduate of East coached the diving teams, and knew many of the divers. "I think it's neat to be coaching people that I already know," Stortz explained.

Although the diving team was small, consisting of only one senior, two juniors, and one sophomore, each had at least one year of diving experience.

The teams considered themselves as a family. "I think Flem cared a lot about us and how we did, and it made our team stronger." explaanedJulie Saffer.

"Everylxxly got along well, and n o matter what age you were, or what grade you were in, you were treated equally." commented John Wilson.

Although most members were .. glad th~ long workouts were over, and the pressure was off, "I'm really looking forward to next year's season." said Cindy Johnson. By Steph Siedband

G1r1s swimming team. Front row: T Peters, C. McElhose, C. Usher, B. McMullen, S. Siedband, andM.Marti.Se.condrow: T. Stortz,A Strasheim, W.Bumstead,L.Saffer, J.Youngscap,P Tatro,B. Balke, and P. Lawlor. Third row: C-oach Fleming, J Saffer, C. Wilson, A Desmond, C Johnson, J. Laird, and K Espestoyl.

One of the only two gt.rt divers on the Spartan dtvtng team, sophomore Beth Balke concentrates on her front dive half twist.

Photos by Pam Tatro and Steve Petty

captmmgthe State title in the 200yard freestyle, Coach Greg Fleming congratulates junior John Wilson

Getting an early lead. junior Jim Goodwin starts the 100 yard breakstroke.

Boys swimming team. Front row: D. Peters and M. Graves Second row: B. Wood. M. Willis, J. Peters, Ma. Schneider, R McMullen, and B. Huber. Third row: T. Michaud. C. Youker, J. Wilson, B. Luthans, B. Tonniges,J. Goodwin, and B. Carl.mark. Fourth row: P. Lawlor, T. Stortz, Mi. Schneider, T. Eastman, D. Holtstrand. and Coach Fleming.

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All The Way to State!

Forch:

"One of the best teams I've had."

The loss ofleading ~rer and all-state player Scott Miller to an injury did not spell disaster, surprisingly, for the Spartan cagers. Instead, the injury opened the way for a new sophomore sensation.

When Scott Miller broke his elbow during a game in late January, hopes for a state title seemed to be broken too. But sophomore Sam Somerhalder turned out to be a diamond in the rough and helped East continue a remarkable winning streak

The •streak reached fourteen straight wins until the Spartans were finally side-tracked 61-60 by Omaha Northwest in overtime for the state championship.

Somerhalder filled some big shoes while demonstrating his speed and shooting ability. He showed that an underclassman can play with the big boys and added power and depth to the bench when Miller returned for districts.

The outlook was excellent at the beginning of the season for a team which returned four starters: Miller, who. played for the Nebraska Las Vegas all-star team, Steve Brugman, TomBoohar,andBill Weed.

Senior Steve Peterson became the other starter and had a big year in the backcourt. Northeast coach Ed Johnson called him "one of the finest point guards l\re seen."

The team produced a glittering record of 21-3, tarnished only by narrow misses against excellent teams by a total of only 12 points.

"One of the high points of the season was the weekend we played Prep and Northwest," said coach Paul Forch.

East couldn't be accused of looking ahead to Northwest the night they played Creighton Prep. The red hot Spartans made running a high point offense look easy.

East had little time to enjoy their victory, however, as the Huskies came to town boasting a number-one spot ranking. Again the Spartans showed that they could survive, even though Miller's 22 points per game weren't there. Northwest went home knowing exactly where Lincoln East was on the map with the sting of a 12-point loss still fresh in their minds.

The following week East won the district tournament with wins over Southeast and Lincoln High, qualifying for the state tournament.

The first round of the state tournament wasn't any piece of cake, however, as East barely survived a tough challenge from Omaha North. Steve Brugman led the team with 19 points in a 53-51 victory. East led • commandingly for most of the game but North fought back late in the game to make it close.

A semifinal match against Omaha Burke gave the Spartans a chance to •avenge one of their two regula,r-season losses. Beating Burke was the high point of the season for all-state Miller, ''because we all felt they were the best team in the state."

''The turning point of the game came when Milton Shobe picked up his 5th foul," said Forch, speaking of the Burke all-stater. ''That took away a lot of their outside threat."

East trailed by as much as six points in the first half but tied the game at halftime. The Spartans took the lead for the first time at the close of the 3rd quarter. In the latter part ofthe 4th quarter the spartans took off and didn't slow down until the final gun.

The potent offense continued in its explosive manner for three and a half quarters against Northwest in the championship game. East raced to a 13 point lead in the first quarter. They also held what looked to be a safe 10 point lead with seven minutes remaining in the game. Unfortunately that wasn't the case

• ''You can second guess the whole thing all the way down," Forch said after the game. "It's a matter that we had to make some shots down at tpe end. We got a lead like I wanted to, and we had to ride that lead out."

By Brian Schram

Varsity basketball team. Front Row: T. Crockett, S. Peterson, B. Makovicka, B. Weed and A. Etzelmiller. Back Row: S. Somerhalder, T. Boohar, S. Brugman, J. Semin, K. George, S. Miller, S. Haisch and Coach Forch

Photos by Steve Petty

Varsity Meets Goals

Successful in making it to state

Athe beginning of the season, The team was certain1y one of the the girls varsity basketball team set youngest in the field with just six goals forthemselvesandfortheteam seniors, no juniors, and five as a whole. The girls had high hopes for sophomores. a winning season a berth in the state "The sophomores played played tournament. A strong friendship was _ well, worked hard, were competitive, formed among these girls as they and deserved to be there," commented worked to attain their goals. senior Amy Fuerst.

"Everyone had really improved by Sophomore Susan Hubbard added the time we took Trans Nebraska and that "the seniors showed good leaderthe City Tournament," commented ship and set good examples. Working Sarah Staples. "Being such close with them was a good experience for friends helped us reach the goals we next year." set as a team."

The team had many individual

Not since 1981 had an East girls talents that worked well to form a team made it to state. But when the winning team. The scoring leaders state tournament opened in Lincoln's were Melissa Sanford with 211 total Pershing Auditorium on Feb 28, there points,Amy Fuerst with 182,andHolly were the Lincoln East Spartans facing Tropp with 172. second-seeded Omaha Central. Leading in free throws were

The Spartans lost to Southeast in Melissa Sanford with 56 and Holly the district tournament, but were Tropp with 48. named to the tournament as one oftwo By Anne Best & Stephanie Kubert wild card teams.

"'lbe best thing is just getting Susan Hubbanl scrambles for the pass I to there," explained Tami Vandetbeek score against Omaha Burke. No doubt Coach john Strain felt the same way as he took a team to state for the first time in his four-year coaching Senior Amv Fuerst steps bac!c to watch her career. free throw swish through the basket.

The team gathers to discuss strategies for the basketball game.

Varsity ~ketball team. Front row: T. Pickering, K Smith, H Tropp,A. Fuerst, S. Hubbard,D. Kechley, and M. Sanford. Back row: Coach Wolterman, S. St.aples, R Spethman, Ju. Vermeer,J. McMahon,Jo. Vermeer, T. Vanderl>eek, and wach Strain.

Sophomore starter Melissa Sanford puts up a shot at the state tournament.

Senior Julie Vermeer reaches for a rebound against Omaha Central. Students were excused from school to attend this state tournament game at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Photos by Steve Petty

Reserves Take Charge

End on a winning note

Despite the fact that five sophomore girls made the varsity basketball team, the reserve and sophomore teams still compiled a 3518 record, including a city championship

The reserve boys completed an excellent season with a record.-ofl 4-2. The team was led by Brian Einfalt who was the top scorer and rebounder. Einfalt sank 157 points and grabbed .

Basketball team. Front Row: J. Bauman, H Rathmeier, M. Bartels, K Foos, G. Klameth, and K Barnes.

R.eserte basketball team. Front ro~: C Hartman, T.Pickering, T Nash,S.Antzcak, R Beckenbach, and K Smith Back Row: K Johnston, B. Thompson, L. Poppe, L Beckmann, C. Petri,A. Madsen, and Coach Schark.

115 rebounds.

The reset'Ve girls bad a 10-4reconl. The team was led by Cam Petri who netted 107 points and pulled down 96 rebounds

"Playing sports is a great way to meet people," Petri said. "It's hard work but it's fun, and extremely rewarding." •

The sophomore boys team posted a mark of 9-3. They ranked second in the city behind Southeast. Kent Anthony led the team in scoring while Mark Fredrick took the most rebounds

Even though the sophomore girls only compiled a 2-9 record, they felt they had a good.season. Chris Jolly led in both scoring and rebounding.

"Being on the team gave me the experience I'll need next year," said Jolly. By Lori Beckmaru

Sophomore

Back Row: Coach Irvine, T. Butcher, K Barkley, J. Lossing, D. Hunt, C.Jolly, and C. Livers.

Falling down in utter pain, Tammy Butcher holds her leg as an opponent races for the ball.

Looking for the shotBrian l Einfalt passes the ball <?ff to Chris :Hilsabeclc as '~tt Shipman watches.

Arning at the basket, Linda Poppe concentrates on her shot as Denise Draus prepares to rebound if the shot doesn't sink.

.An of the hours spent practicing the fast break paid off when the boys made two points by laying up a shot, like Jeff Semin did in this game against Omaha Burke.

Sophomore Basketball Team: L. Franklin, J. Houser, M. Travis, M. Fredrick, K. Anthony, M. Ross, G. Peterson, T. O'Hanlon, N. Hoffman, and Coach Bullington.

Reserve Basketball team. Front Row: M. Bartolome, S. Shipman, J. Hellman, J. Hall, C. Hilsabeck, and S. Diekman. Back Row: Coach McPherron, M. Walters, B. Diekman, S. Haisch, B. Einfalt, and R. Ballinger.

Photos by Pam Tatro

John Haldiman pins his opponent in the first round of the State Wrestling Tournament.

Great effort was given by Ouis Holechek when wrestling his opponent from Grand Island.

Wrestling team. Front row: K Olsen, L. Fraley, T. Velder, andJ. Sudduth. Back row: S. Oswald, T. Fox, C. Holechek,J. Haldiman, M. Zeece, and Coach Hellwege.

Taking Hold

Three grapplers make state

Individual performances by Mike Fox, John Haldiman and Scott Oswald highlighted a struggling Spartan wrestling season.

The team was hurt by injuries, illness, and attrition. When the season had ended, there were only ten wrestlers left.

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"1bat's been the problem, there's just been no numbers, we need three times that many to have a successful program," said Coach Hellwege.

Individually, however, the Spartans had success. Mike Fox, an outstanding senior wrestler at 145 pounds, was Trans-Nebraska and district champion. Fox also finished fifth in state. In addition he set two school reconls-most single season wins at 29 and a record with 67 career wins. Fox finished the season at 29-5.

John Haldiman's season was hampered by knee surgery. Haldiman, also a senior, missed the Northeast and Southeast duals as well as the Trans-Nebraska meet. He was able to wrestle at district and was the runnerup at 138 pounds. One of the wins in his 23-5 season was over the eventual state runner-up.

Al though Scott Oswald also missed the Northeast dual and the Trans-Nebraska meet, he too -qualified for state. The highlight of Oswald's season was a victory over the eventual state champion at the Millard Soutli invitational. He finished third at district. Oswald, a junior, wrestled at 155 pounds and finished at 21- 7.

F"trst-year coach Craig Hellwege gave the outstanding wrestler award to Mike Fox. Scott Oswald was the top underclassman. The most improved wrestler award went to junior Chris Holechek. Letters went to Mike Fox, John Haldiman, Scott Oswald, Chris Holechek, and freshman Lance Kissinger.

The outlook for next year is much better. "We have high hopes for Oswald next year, since he did beat the state champion," said Hellwege. Sean White, injured early in the school year in a car-train accident, is also a possibility.

Assistant coach Dave Evans "did a super job with the technique part of the program," said Hellwege. Barb Nass and Kelley Olsen were student managers for the wrestling team.

By Brian Schram

Tom Fox's opponent stru.ggles to get out of a hold.

Assist.ant coach Dave Evans cheers on his wrestlers during a meet against Grand Island

Scott Oswald shows sportsmanship by wishing his opponent luck at the State Wrestling Tournament. Photos by Sandy Kruger

Nearly 200 students participated in Mr Rudy Stoehr's fall intramural program

The slight increase in numbers was due to the addition of sand volleyball to the agenda.

The volleyball league went pretty well and the students seemed to like it, but I've got to find a new way to schedule the games,' said Stoehr. They kind of interfered with the other games.' .

'I really liked the idea of having a volleyball league along with the other sports. It was something different', said senior Blaine Burmeister.

The intramural program continued to have its big three sports also.

The volleyball was experimental, but we'll always have football, soccer, and ultimate frisbee', said Stoehr.

As is usually the case, a few teams dominated tlie league with the rest

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taking a back seat. Top teams were the Osspuls, On the Blade, and the Bud Brothers.

In the regular season standings, the Bud Brothers won the soccer crown and tied for the championship in both football and volleyball. The Blade ripped the competition all season long in ultimate, easily winning the title . They also tied with the Bud Brothers and the Osspuls for the football regular season crown. The Hitters were a no-name except in volleyball where they tied for the regular season championship with the Brothers.

The post-season tournament was what decided the champions in each sport. The Blade snatched the soccer and ultimate bragging rights, while the Osspuls won football and the Hitters claimed volleyball.

What happened to the Bud Brothers?

'We played well during the regular

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season but just kept falling short in the tournaments,' said senior Tim Fox

The Blade ended up undefeated in ultimate which got high praise from Stoehr. They were probably one of the greatest ultimate teams this program has ever had. They knew how to play,' he said.

The main purpose of intramumls was to give all students a chance to play on a team and have some fun. It was also an important part of their education, or at least that's what the 'Excellence in Education' evaluator thought. The intramural program was mentioned six times in the fmal report submitted to the judges. That was more than any other single activity in the whole school.

'It's one of the best high school intramural programs in the country, and we were lucky to have the official take notice of this. It played a big part in East winning the award,' said junior Eric Woodhead. By Arjay Etzelmiller

Daryl Loos Ryan Sterkenburg, and Blaine Burmeister of intramural team "On the Blade" look on as Tom Hamilton hits the ball

P af Sweeney of"Bodacious Hooters" tries his best to beat Dave Frey of the "Clam Diggers" to theball.

"Sauced" team member Matt Riley grabs the rebound over Robb Stephenson ofthe "Donkeys."

~eri Neeman dives for the ball while Michele Booth looks on and Jeff Stoehr officiates.

Steve Brugman stretches for the reception.

A"Blade," Craig Jessen, skies over Mike Fedde, a "Culo Surfer," for the lay up.

Photos by Steve Petty and Ouisty Bolen

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All teams boast seasons

Freshman football

Two city championships, one for a team and one for an individual, highlighted the fall and winter sports activity for the ninth grade.

The lightweight football team claimed the city title with an undefeated record while freshman Tim Jung was the city cross country champion. Two other teams claimed second place fmishes in the city.

Cross Country

The freshman cross country teamed placed ·second in the city for both boys and girls.'rney were coached by Pat Schuman and Ralph Miller.

In all of the five meets Tim Jung placed first for the boys, and Barb Neilson and Andrea Kaser fmished first and second for the girls. Other members included Matt Woodward, Jason Barton, j eff Stewart, Paul Best, Brent Bjorkman, Andy Davis, Dirk Stewart, Jason Hinkle, Mike Mullen, Kip Scott, Gina Vitello, Tammy WL~ and Laura Schroer.

The lightweight freshman football team had an undefeated record of 6-0, which made them city champions. They were coached by Todd Zart artd Dan Caulkins.

Players on the team were Ryan Arndt, Jeff James, Tod Crimmins, Ray Koehler, Tyler Harrigton, Josh Gardner, Ryan ffeil, Lance Kissinger, Danny Crist, Rick Guilliatt, Brad Kinnaman, Mark Hawkins, Chris Ellingson, Jeff Becker, Eric Zeece,Jason Moatch, Mike Verhar, Jeff Wieters, Mike Loll, Brad Witely, Scott Somerhalder, Dave Thomsen, and Chris Hunt.

The heavyweight team followed the lightweights with 2 wins and 4 losses. They were coached by Tom Focht, Chuck Squire, and Ted Arkfeld.

Heavyweight players were Andy Farber, Scott Stalcup, Brett Smith, Sam Snyder, Jeff Young, John Carr, David Smith, Rick Phillips, Mike Clare, Andy Massey, John Becker, Rich Armstrong, CliffHuss, and Jim Crutchfield.

Volleyball

Fre;hman girl's volleyball had a fairly good year. The varsity team had a record of 5-3, and were coached .by Karen Olson.

Varsity players included Deb Heinzman, Wendy Henrichs, Darla Eberheart, Mary Johansen, Barb Aberle, Kelli Riner, Leigh Saffer, and Stephanie Miller.

The reserve volleyball team had 3 wins and 5 losses. They were coached by Wendy Clayton. Members of the reserve volleyball were Janice Boardman, Missy Gillispie, Amy Farber, Cathy Clark, Mary Pralle, Lori Farrar, Julie Hill, and Kristen Greives.

Gymnastics

For the first time in many years, freshmen athletes were allowed to compete for varsity teams, provided they made the team. Thanks to the new rule, Jill Hammer and Christina Wohlers were some of the first ninth graders to be on a varsity team.

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Jill and Christina both thought the experience of being on a varsity team was fun. Both lettered, and each contributed to the team. Jill also made it to the state meet.

Jill said the highest place she fmished was first in beam. Orristina's best came when she fmished first in twice, in meets in Beatrice and Omaha.

Basketball

It was an outstanding year for ninth grade basketball. Varsity ended up at 6-2 and fmished in second place in the city. They were coached by Lynn Young.

Varsity players included Sam Snyder, ScottSomerhalder,JeffJames, Dan Crist, Mike Clare, Jeff Bauermeister, Josh Gardner, Rich Armstrong, Cortney Ohs, and Brett Smith.

Leading the way for the varsity was Sam Snyder, who scored 124points and averaged 16 points a game. Scott Somerhalder lead the team in assists. Reserves, coached by Todd Zart, were city champions with 7 wins and 1 loss. Members of the reserves are Andy

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Farber, David Smith, Mark Hawkins, JeffStewart,Andy Massey, Chris Hunt, Ray Koehler, Brandon Monich, and Ryan Arndt.

For the reserves, Ryan Arndt was the scoring leader with 88 points. Mark • Hawkins lead the squad in steals.

Coarn Todd Zart, Eric Zeece, Jeff James, Josh Gardner,and Chris Ellingson watch a lightweight game from the sidelines: responsibility."

To actually make the varsity team, the swimmers were watched the first two weeks of practice and judged by senior high coach Greg Heming ~d Pat Lawlor.

They picked out who they thought were the best ninth swimmers and sent them on varsity.

Intramura.ls

The swim team and coach Pat Lawlor hardly had any competition. In fact, East couldn't compete against the other schools at all. The problem was caused by a very low number of students on the other teams. The lowest was Lincoln High with only one person.

So instead ofhaving regular meets, East competed.against other teams for personal time trials.

Several ninth graders were good enough at doing these time trials to make varsity. These included Christina Usher, Leigh Saffer, Bridget McMullen, and Mark Graves.

"It's a lot different from junior high," commented Saffer, "especially the out-of-town road trips and the

A new and exciting intramural sport was introduced for both junior and senior high. Tue sport was sand volleyball, and it was very similar to volleyball, except that it was played on sand.

Games were played next to the teacher's parking lot on a large pit of sand.

Beaver Patrol was the winner of the junior high league. Members of this team were Chris Eubanks, Kevin Loos,JamesKechley, Cory Vandewege, Tom Madden, and Brad Bemthal. By Brian Thompson, Jeff James, Andy Farber, and Sam Snyder

Julie Hill ~es a 17-footer as Donna Taylor stands by.

State qualifier

Saffer and Ann Strasheim compare times.

For a psychology class project, junior Kim Delorme brought this pre-school boy to class for the day.

Photo by Steve Petty

people called Spartans ranged from a national writing contest winner ( senior Jean Lu) to the Mel Mains look-alike ( eighth-grader Marcus Zinsmaster). The varying personalities of students made life both interesting and bearable. Amid the sea of diverse faces, however, certain common characteristics were notable in each grade.

Seniors were the over-relaxed ones who took more study halls than classes. Juniors felt much older and could at last attend R-rated movies legally. Sophomores, or 'wise fools', discovered the joys of drivit}g and going out to lunch. Freshmen, commonly known as 9th graders, received their learner's permit and attempted to drive. Eighth-graders met a heart-attack victim named Annie and learned how to save her through CPR. Seventh-graders, or 'gummers', quickly -adjusted to the complexity of combination locks and came to the realization that members of the opposite sex were not the creeps once thought to be.

Those employed at the Spartan training grounds were people too. Their jobs were time-consuming, but vital to the welfare of the student recruits. Their titles were selfexplanatory99%ofthe time. Teachers taught, cooks cooked, and counselors counseled.

Through this veil of generality individual accomplishments or qualities of uniqueness came shining through. For example, junior Scott Stempson played his trombone in Europe with a select band representing America. Junior Michelle Gross and seventh-grader Tara McElhose danced with the Omaha Ballet in the famed Christmas story 'The Nutracker'. Speech teacher Randy McCutcheon, author of a book, coach of the nationally successful debate team, and amusing announcer each morning at 9:00, was in his final year of teaching, along with the legendary Mrs. Williams. Her name speaks for itself to any true Spartan. It was people such as these that made it an honor to be one ofTHE FEW, THE PROUD, THE SPARTANS!

Math skills add up

Is it harder to teach two tooters to toot or to tutor math students to give a hoot?

That riddle never puzzled Venu Chivukula, a senior with an unusual part-time job: Venu tutored college math students.

Venu's father, a math professor at UN-L, heard about a job opening in the _ math department's student help program. He persuaded his son to apply and sure enough, Venu was hired. His qualifications included having taken all three semesters of calculus offered at East and three more advanced courses at UN-L.

Venu worked Sunday and Monday nights from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. at the downtown student union. He had a room for personal conferences and a phone so students could call too. On an ordinary evening he would help as many as twelve students with either algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precal, or calculus. Some evenings few or no students would come or call, so Venu used the time to do his own homework.

And Venu had plenty ofhomework. Besides his math classes, he also took half a year of freshman honors chemistry and a full year of physics.

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Obviously, Venu was not around East's campus very much. In fact, he took only two courses with his classmates. 'They were band and writing lab. Venu could have graduated early but instead chose to graduate with the class of 1985.

"I really enjoyed working with the college students," Venu said. "I found it rewarding to see them understana the math they were doing."

By Mary Olsen

Photo by Stacey Skold '

Helping yet another baffled UNL math student, Venu Chivukula strives to replace confusion with comprehension.

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Former debator switches style

Achampion debater gave up her files and arguments for a few poems, and in the process, discovered a great deal about herself.

Amy Garwood, who placed in the top four in the country in the American Legion oratory contest as a junior and scored consistently well in debate tournaments, had never written any poetry before. Her involvement in speech and debate had only produced, as she said, 'dull essays and speeches about the constitution.'

Even though she was inexperienced at writing creatively, she decided to try her hand at poetry for the Arts Recognition and Talent Search. (The ARTS program recognized and encouraged young people whose work in the arts demonstrated excellence.)*

Poetry which would be captivating was what Amy wanted to write. But since she did not have a lifetime of experiences to draw upon, she found it necessary to base her poetry on the lives of others. Thus began Amy's summer.

Amy spent much of the summer interviewing all sorts of people. One was a teacher, one the state poet, one a grandmother, and one the wife of a

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former governor. But Amy found a common denominator by asking each to relate a story about someone who had made a tremendous difference in their lives.

The stories were undoubtedly quite personal,' said Randy McCutcheon, who was Amy's adviser for her project. 'But afterwards there was such an energizing wow feeling in everyone present.'

Amy tape-recorded the interviews so ~at she could easily transcribe their words later into poetry form.And also, so she could be more involved in the overall emotion of each interview.

Amy felt that 'by using some to the people's actual words I was best able to capture the flavor of their stories in my poems.'

By Mary Olsen

*Janet Donohoe and Macy Olsen also entered the ARTS competition

Pho to by Jim Schaffer

Interviews like this one with Mrs. Shirley Doan helped Amy Garwood construct prize-winning poems.

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Scandinavians find U.S. friendly

Whetherit was to fufill a dream or simple curiosity, their reasons were strong enough to bring three Scandanavians to the United St.ates. In August, Bertil Ostlinger from Sweden, and Kristin Espestoul and Katrin Solbakken from Norway arrived in the United St.ates eager to learn the American way of life •

The three exchange students found America to be very similar to their own countries. 'The United St.ates was different from Norway, but not as different as I thought it would be," Kristin said.

One of the biggest differences that the the Norwegians found was the way Americans dressed. Clothes were different and more expensive in Norway. Eighty percent of their stores were teenage clothing stores, instead of the large department stores found in America.

Americans seemed to be much friendlier than students in Norway and Sweden. "If you bumped into someone in the halls of an American school they were very polite," said Katrin.

At their schools students had longer days and had to take· more

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classes. Bertil had taken four ydus of biology, five years of physics and five years of chemistry along with English, history, and math. He liked school here because everyone took classes of their choice instead of all requirements.

When asked if he had advice for any students planning trips abroad, Bertil simply said, "Leave your American 'you' behind and become a Swede, German or whatever. Don't try to stick to your traditions, but yet, remember who you are." By Sandy Kruger

Photo by Jim Schaffer

Music theory teacher Marcia Wiebers helps Bertil Ostlinger with his original composition.

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While most students were trying to cope with life's smaller problems, senior Jeff Mason tried for months to fight a battle against leukemia.

Jeffs condition had been diagnosed as acute myelogenous leukemia, an illness that affects the white blood cells in the body. It reduces the production of normal blood, which in turn, increases the susceptibility of the patient to infection and disease.

Due to the blood transfusions that Jeff received, he became extremely vulnerable to disease, which restricted him from receiving as many visitors as he would have liked.

On December 2 J efflost his battle against the disease.

Senior Lori Bullerman, a close friend ofJeffs, chose to remember Jeff as "an ideal friend. Always there with a smile, ready to make you laugh. Despite his own problems, he pushed aside his own feelings, and was always there ready to lend an ear and listen to whatever you had to say."

Mr. Keith Watt, Jeff's science teacher, recalled Jeff as "a fighter. He was never willing to give up."

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Senior loses battle

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Lu picked as national winner

Winning a national writing contest could turn into more than a nice accomplishment. It could also help in becoming accepted by a -college.

Senior Jean Lu became one of six Nebraska winners of a writing contest sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of English. Her contest entry consisted of two impromptu essays and one short story called The Sound of Thunder.'

Lu based her story on the experiences of her parents and grandparents during World War II. The story focused on how they had to flee from their village to escape the Japanese army.

'As she packed the clothing and supplies, Su Jreng felt strangely numb. She did not feel sorrow at leaving the province where she had lived her entire life, she did not regret leaving behind the many possessions which were too cumbersome and unnecessary, and she did not feel guilty that theywere going to a place of safety while the rest of the village stayed-possibly to face Japanese troops. The only feeling she had was that of overwhelming relief that her

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child and the baby on the way would be safe.' ('The Sound of Thunder')

Jean entered the contest as a junior and her writing was sent to the contest late in the spring by Mrs. Doan, English Department head. In late September Lu received a letter informing her that she was a national winner.

'I was very happy that I won,' said Jean. 'I heard that winning the contest would give you prestige and help you get into colleges or win scholarships which might otherwise be outofreach."

As a national winner Lu received a certificate and cards to send to colleges. Her name was also put into a booklet with all the national contest winners, which was mailed to colleges.

As for a college choice, 'I think I'd like to go to Northwestern,' she said.

But when she gets to college she won't be a writing major. 'I plan on being a pre-med major,' she added.

By Lynn Salac

Concentration when writing was a necessary ingredient in the success of senior Jean Lu's fiction.

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Five juniors make an early jump

In years past only a few juniors have been able to graduate a year early but five students, three boys and two girls, made that decision early in the fall.

The five juniors who planned-1:o graduate early in May included Mark Haugland, Raquel DeCamp, Jennifer Liberty, Mike Hitt, and Wes Kelley.

Mark planned to go to college after graduation and major in business and engineering.

Raquel planned to move to California after graduation and attend a university there to obtain a degree or obtain a licerise in cosmetolgy. After getting her degree, she said she wanted to then move to Las Vegas and dance.

Jennifer intended to go to Santa Barbara, California, where she would attend the University of California majoring in pre-law.

Mike was not sure ifhe was going to college yet. 'Maybe I will move to Colorado for about a year,' he said, 'then come back and go into professional music.' He said he would like to travel with some artists frrst and form a band later.

Wes planned to attend the University of Florida 'Yl!ere he hoped to eventually earn a Masters Degree in English.

All five said that they had taken a lot of classes to achieve the necessary • 150 credit hours requir.ed for graduation. All had taken s~ven classes during their high school careers and several had taken courses in summer school. One had even taken night classes at Southeast Community College.

Ambitious juniors may have trouble skipping a grade, however, after 1985. During that year new, much stricter graduation requirements wilj take effect.

'I don't know if it will be harder to graduate early,' he said. 'It is up to the state and they are still deciding on whether or not they will change the requirements.' He also added that there were still more questions than answers. By Lori Swanson

Wes Kelley smiles as he realizes graduating a year early is worth the extra classes and hours of homework.

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Trombonist on tour

Over 1he summer eighfy-five of the nation's best musicians traveled across Europe giving concerts and having fun. One of these students was Scott Stempson, the only Nebraslran invited on the trip.

The band was sponsored by the International Ambassadors of Music and was directed by Dr. Merton Utgaard of North Dakota.

In the fall of 1983 Scott sent a tape to Dr. Utgaard who judged his trombone playing and decided he was talented enough to play with the band.

"I met some of the greatest people on the tour," Stempson commented. "I'll never forget them; they made the trip fun. I can honestly say that_ this trip is one of the best things that has ever happened to me."

The band left for Europe on July 10 and returned July 27. While in

Europe, the band toured Holland, West Germany,Austria, Switzerland, France, and Belgium.

"I've always heard that music is the internatio~al language, but I never really believed it until I went to Europe," Scott explained. "A lady in Paris talked to Dr. Utgaard after our performance and told him that she had just returned from a peace talk conference. She said that what we did that afternoon did more for peace than all the talking in the world could do. I think that was basically the o~jective we wanted to accomplish."

By Lori Beckmann

When the brass section had a break from playing,junior Scott Stempson liked to scan the band room from his top row perch with the protection of his shades.

Photo by Stacey Skold

JeffSemin

Deb Shane

Jeff Sbarpee

Leigh Sheldon

Brooke Shipley

AmyShriner

Ron Simmc;m.s

Sue Simpson

Stacey Skold

Lori Smith

Michelle Smith

Tracey Smith

Kathy Soukup

Mike Spealman

Sandy Stahly

John Stauffer

Scott Stempson

Carol Stephenson

Robb Stephenson

Sean Stewart Nat.e Stivers

Ann Strasheim

Dffany Stroh

KimSurkan

Lori Swanson

Andy Swope

Madeline Taber

Dave Tindall

Model meets success

Theclosestmoststudentscame to the excitement, the glamour, and th~ travel and a modeling career was the television program Paper Dolls. But one junior came much closer.

Amy Shriner began modeling at • the age of 12 and got most of her training at the Nancy Bounds Model School.

"There they taught us how to walk, carry yourself, and how to amplify your best features,' Shriner said. They helped a lot with self-esteem and how to feel good about yourself.;,·

Amy surprised her fellow students by making a television commercial for Harley Davidson. She was also seen in City Slickers magazine in Omaha and numerous newspaper ads.

Amy modeied on stage for the Lincoln General Show and did several shows for local clothing stores Ben Simon's and J. Bragg's.

• Last year Amy did a hair show. She ranked fourth in the state and third nationally. "It was a lot of fun going to Memphis and being in national competition."

According to Amy, modeling wasn't all that it was cracked up to be. "Modeling is so focused on perfection, on how you look. I don't want people to think that's all I care about."

"No one is perfect and I don't want to be seen as portraying that," she said.

Amy had 1>lansformodelingin the future, but not as her main career. "I want to be an artist, and do a little modeling on Lill.· side."

By Onisty Bolen

Fashion shows were just one of the many activities which keptjunior Amy Shriner's life as a model busy.

Julie Youngscap Joel Zinnecker

C,artoons top list

Aspiring artist in action

For Dan Orrtis, Woodstock, tshirts, and flags played an important part in his life.

Danny had been drawing since he was seven years old. He started by looking ata picture and then recreating it from memory. When he turned twelve, however, he started taking every art class that was available and he later took private lessons.

"All in all, most of my art talent

came naturally by just looking at things," said Damiy.

Dan's artwork was entered in the county and state fairs for several years.

Danny mostly drew for DECAclub; though last year some of his most interesting projects included drawing a logo for Lincoln Lancaster Child Care and designing a flag for the small town of Pleasant Dale, Nebraska.

"I really don't draw one thing the

most," the young artist said.

Danny didn't have one favorite thing to draw but he said that cartoons were the most fun. Woodstock was one -of his favorite cartoon characters.

"Cartoons are the most fun, probably, because you can really show emotions and receive feedback from others on them," he added.

Dan's future plans included college at either Kansas or Colorado.

By Barb Clousten

Being a successful artist took lots of concentration and a few face cont.ortions for junior Dan Curtis. Curtis frequently added artwork t.o everyday assignments, as shown on the report.

Photo by SR.ndy Kruger

Transfer boosts team

SeeingsophomoresplayonvaISity teams was not all that uncommon but what was unusual was one sophomore who had the potential to make three different varsity teams.

That sophomore was Ruth Speth.man, a transfer from Pius X.

Speth.man made the varsity team in basketball, and tennis and would have in volleyball, too, except for a rule against transfer students. Her involvement was merely another stage in an already-long athletic career. Speth.man said she has been playing basketball for seven years, tennis for ten years, and volleyball for six years.

"I enjoy volleyball the most," Speth.man said, "and I feel more confident with it."

Speth.man also said she enjoyed transferring to East because it was a

bigger school and had more people to get to know. "But I miss the religion that we had at Pius," she added.

One ofthe main reasons Speth.man switched schools was because all her brothers and her one sister were on basketball, tennis, or volleyball teams at Pius. "When I made the teams here," she said, "I knew it wasn't because of my brothers or sister. I made it by myself."

"I've met a lot of my new friends through basketball camp or volleyball camp," she said. "So I knew a lot of people when I came."

Speth.man said she was looking forward to her future in East High athletics. "It takes many hours ofpractice, but it all pays off in the end."

By Stephanie Siedband

Rodney Dean

Bill Dieckman

Sarah Digman

T'un Dinkleman

Tom Dolezal

Jenny Donnelson

Justin Douglas

Cheryl Dwornik

Spencer Eheler

Rolf Edwards

Jorgen Ellingson

Joel Elwell

Scott Embury

Sarah Emery

Sarah Eno

Kevin Erickson

Laurie Eyth

Doug Falconer

St.eve Fangman

Mike Fedde

Greg Fitzke

Clark Fitzsimmons

Scott Flet.cher

Cathie Foos

Nancy Foreman

Melissa Foster

Tom Fox

Kristi Frahm ~

Tran s fe rring from Pius made sophomore Ruth Spethman ineligible for varsity volleyball, but she made up lost time as a starter for th e varsity basketball team. Photo by Steve Petty

Actress adds experience

Astatue, a princess, and a mermaid were just a few of the many unusual parts Jenny Johnson played at the Lincoln C.ommunity Playhouse. An average of fifteen hours a week of Jenny's time was spent at the Playhouse, teaching and acting.

"Before an opening I have spent up to fourteen hours in one day getting a play ready," recalled Jenny.

The many hours ofacting that took this sophomore away from her friends at school were, according to Jenny, well worth the sacrafice.

Jennystartedoutheractingcareer by starring in neighborhood plays that she and some ofher friends performed in her backyard, while still in gradeschool. One of these plays was called 'Detective Dumbos'.

She had been acting for a total of

eight years and planned to keep it as a hobby for the rest of her life, if not a career. Off the stage Jenny also kept busy as the president of the Youth Guild acting club.

Other students who appeared in productions of the Playhouse included Venessa Tremain and Erin Gardner. All three of them had found the joy of drama, fue art ofbeing another person.

'The best part about acting is that you get to actually become someone else, you escape reality for a while," Jenny said. By Stacey Skold

In her mermaid costume for the Lincoln Community Playhouse production of'The Little Mermaid", sophomore Jenny Johnson shows the e ffectiveness of carefully constructed costumes.

Larry Kehler

Becky Keith

Greg Kelley

John Kiser

Gayl Klameth

Ross Klameth

Tom Kolbe

N ancy Konen

Jim Krieger

Bart Kroeger

Amy Knijvenhoveo

Kelly Lafond

Jamie Laird

Mike Larsen

Todd Leber

Denise Lewis

Kori Lewis

Mike Lilja

Erik Linhardt

Angel Lisee

Cindy Livers

Jade Lossing

Denise Lowery

Leslie Maciejewski

Jack Macy

Alysen Madsen

Sandy Makovicka

Chris Marotz

Sophomore cheers about calculus

Calculus was a: class considered difficult by intelligent seniors who knew what they were doing with numbers.

Occasionally, a few juniors elected to take the class with special pennis sion. But it was a rare sophomore , indeed, who could handle the challenge

One sophomore who took the challenge was Mike Larsen.

Mike completed all th e necessary pre-requistes by starting Ms Penner's Elements of Math e matics course in the sixth grade.

For most sophomore s, taking a course with seniors would be considered a tough way to g e t a good grade, but Mike said he was n 't too concerned about grades

"I don't really compete for grades with anyone but myself," he said. "I try to do the best I can. School should be based on getting an education, not on being the best."

Next year Mike planned to take Calculus 3 and Differential Equations at UN-L, 'but was unsure about the course he would take as a senior.

"I like calculus," he insisted. "It's one of my favorite classes. I find math to be more enjoyable than many other things." By Lori Beckmann

Ca1cu1us assignments were burdensome and boggling to most seniors, but sophomore Mike Larson enjoyed the challenge.

LeifRudd

Greg Rugh

Melissa Sanford

Meera Saxena

Brad Schaffer

Dave Schleich

Danin Schmidt

Karla Schmidt

Cory Schneider

Mark Schneider

Juan Schoch

Wayne Schomburg

Micky Schroeder

Julie Schulz

AmySchutz

Craig Schweitzer

Tracy Scott

Jackie Shapiro

Scott Shipman

Steph Siedband

Tricia Siefkes

Perry Sink

Tracy Skinner

Brice Skienicka

Craig Smith

Kim Smith

Todd Smith

Katie Sneddon

Photo by Sta ey Skold

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Rob

Amy Zollinger

Friendship with a ferret

Dream pet becomes reality

At 5945 Sumner Street lived the Zollinger family and their pet. Typical enough, except this family had eleven kids and a ferret named Phebe (pronounced the same as Phoebe, "fee-bee") all living under one roof. And sophomore Amy Zollinger was the proud am;J. personal keeper-owner of Phebe.

"I dreamed of having a ferret ever since I was a little kid and saw them on 1eashes in the parks in Utah," said Amy.

Although it was Amy's nature to be "peppy", an extra gleam of excitement entered her blue-green eyes when she spoke of Phebe. Her well-mannered pet had light brown hair, with traces of white on the underside, black feet, and a black tail. She was relatively little, smaller lengthwise than the average dachsund.

Amy got Phebe in August when the ferret was only two months old. Being so young, Phebe was trainable and therefore treated like an ordinary cat or dog pet.

"She made a great pet," said Amy, "and plays around all over the house."

In other words, the ferret was free to roam and was never kept on a leash.

"I think it's cruel to put her in a leash," said Amy.

Attacks by neighboring cats and dogs seemed to be a potential hazard when letting Phebe out in the yard, but Amy said Phebe was basically ignored by the dogs while scaring away the cats. Phebe herself joined in ca.ts' traditional sport of killing birds.

Though ferrets have a semi-peculiar and definitely unique aroma about them, sophomore Amy Zollinger was overjoyed to have Phebe as a pet

When asked of any other unusual pets living in her home, Amy immediately thought of her full house and replied with a laugh, "my brothers and sisters." By

Jana Arnold

Photo by Stacey Skold

While the energy saving panels are installed in the cafeteria, ninth graders Daphne McKiever, Andrea Kaser, Amy Farber, Julie Darllngton, and Cathy Clark get some fresh air.

Showing their spirit before the boys state tournament, the varsity boys basketball team dressed as the varsity cheerleaders and attempted a pyramid at a morning pep rally.

Photos by Mary Olsen, Steve Petty, and the junior high journalism class

Vicious Seniors?

Gummers discover rumors false

For most students the ftrSt day of school was a day filled with excitement. It was a day to renew old friendships, start new ones, show off new fashions, and display an excellent tan.

But, for the new seventh graders ( or Gummers as they were frequently called), it was a day filled with insecurity and apprehension. It was a day to discover if the rumors were true. Were there really seniors waiting at every corner to jump out and scare you? Were elevator tickets really worth the price?

Fortunately, these rumors turned out to be false, and the only things that new students had to get used to were a big building, lots of people, and lots of freedom and responsibility.

"I liked being associated with the senior high," commented eighth grader Thomas Hudson. "I eajoyed the pep rallies, the assemblies, and the advanced facilities. It was just a whole lot of fun!"

"I wouldn't have wanted to go anywhere else," agreed ninth grader Debbie Heinzmann. "It was more fun, there were more people to know, more things to do, and especially more guys to chase after!"

But when you had a school with students ranging in age from twelve to eighteen, you couldn't expect them to get along perfectly. There were a few minor complaints.

One senior high boy decided to use a gummer's head as a place to park his gum. "It took me days to get the gum completely out of my hair," lamented the victim.

On the whole, however, the junior and senior high students were compatible, and each took advantages of the situation. The junior high students went to the various activities and the senior high appreciated the supportafter all, who bought most of the M & M's and Deca Sporl$wear?

By Lori Beckmann

Lending a helping hand to Carrie Gosnell, Mrs. Anne Barry answers some questions in the library.

Worried about the bad guys, Chief (Pat McChesney) and Miss Finch (Andrea Kaser) discuss how to handle the situation.

Faithful NU fan seeks recruits

Tiine and time again, students heard that if they didn't like the way that the country was being run, they should write t:o their congressman. Although most felt that these letters wouldn't do any good, ninth grader Josh Gardner decided to try. Only Josh didn't write his congressman, but to his favorite high school basketball players instead. His aim was to help Moe Iba and the Nebraska basketball team receive the recruits that they needed.

"I've gone to all of the games since I was eight," explained Josh. "I'ma big fan of the team, and I want to help, but I like to cheer at the game instead of wipe sweat off the floor, so I help with the recruits."

Barbara Aberle

Matthew Amend

Tavous Amirkhan

• Rieb Armstrong

RyanArndt

Julie Barber

Jason Barton

Kristin Batt

Jeff Bauermeister

Spencer Beatty

John Becker

Mary Bender

Sue Bergman

Paul Best

Brent Bjorkman

Keli Blackstock

Janice Boardman

Micheal Boardman

Derek Bolin

Kelli Bothwell

David Braeman

Erin Brase

Christine Brauner C,arolBride

James Bruce

Kurt Brumbaugh

uurle Burkey

Shannan Bushing

Josh wrote letters to such players asBillJackmann,Freddy Banks,Benny Moor, and Tracy Moore.

"Bill Jackman is the only player who's ever written back to me, but he's also the only one who's chosen Nebraska," Josh said.

Josh got started doing this on his own. His dad was friends with the vicepresident of the Rebounders Club, so he got the recruiting list from his dad.

"I don't get paid, and I've never met Moe Iba, I just enjoy helping the team." Josh said. "I really follow the team, and I like to know what's going on, it helps me to become more involved."

By Lori Beckmann

Herbie Husker, the mascot of University of Nebraska teams, was a famed character in the life of any Nebraskan.

Heather Caldwell

Teresa Caldwell

Christine Carbon

Jodi uu-penter

John Carr

Kyle Cavaleri

Mike Clare

Cathy Clark

Juli Cooke

Maria Courtright

Tod Crimmins

Danny Crist

Jim Crutchfield

Patti Dappen

Julie Darlington

Andy Davis

Darcy Dennis

Andi Dittenher

Kristine Dolezel

Jennifer Dubinsky

Jenny Dyke

Darla Eberhardt

TonyEbors

Jason Edwards

ErinF.ggland

Chris Ellingson

Terra Fairbanks

Amy Farber

Andy Farber

Lori Farrar

Marcy Flecher

Jami Flynn

Frank Foos

Amy Frederick

Susan Fussell

Josh Gardner

Roxanne Gavre

Jon Gerstmann

Missy Gillispie

Mark Graves

Kristin Grieves

Kristin Guild

Rick Guilliatt

Stephanie Hakel

Jill Hammer

Michelle Hanna

Kristin Harder

Tyler Harrington

Marlc Hawkins

John Hayden

Debbie Heinzman

Wendy Henrichs

Julie Hill

Julie Hillman

Matt Hinkley

Tricia Hoffman

The trauma of braces

In the teen years, many students went through several stages of trying to improve their appearance. New make-up, hairstyles, and clothing were common ways of gaining a new look, but a very important one was that trip to the orthodontist for braces.

Although braces straigthened a person's teeth, they also helped improve one's appearance by correcting overbites or underbites.

Some students, like Scott Sommerhalder, were lucky enough to get their braces offbefore they started junior high. But others weren't as lucky. Many students didn't get their braces on until their seventh or eighth grade year.

Josh Gardner was a typical example. He got his braces on during seventh grade and got them off during

Jess Holle

Doug Hopkins

Michelle Howser

Buffie Hubenka

Chris Hunt

CliffHuss

Kevinlmig

JefIJames

Matt Jamison

JohnJanovy

Eric Jaskolka

Kamala Jewett

Mary Johanson

Michelle Jones

TunJung

Andrea Kaser

John Kaser

Stella Kazas

Vicki Keith

Tun Kelly

Brad Kinnaman

Karie Kirkland

Lance Kissinger

KimKleager

Shelly Knisley

Russell Koehlmoos

Todd Korte

Tom Krause

ninth grade. The same fate held true to Ryan Ardnt, Sam Snyder, and Danny Crist.

A :few extremely lucky students, like Jason Barton and Jeff Stewart, never needed braces at all.

A brief survey among the junior high students in December showed that 68 students were wearing braces, would soon be getting braces, 50 others had already had braces, and only 13 were free and clear of the blasted things.

By Laura Gutkin and Sara Daubert

Though having braces supposedly put popcorn, caramel apples, com-on-the-cob , and gum off limits for eating, freshman Josh Gardner did not let this dampen his high spirits.

·student Council concentrates on community

Besides trying to improve the school, the Student Council had other objectives for the community. One of which included a canned food drive. The food drive was held December 10 through the 14, and proved a big success.

East contributed 910 cans to the Good Bank, and were used to benefit needy people in the Lincoln community.

The Junior High Stu.Co challenged the senior high Stu.Co to see who could collect the most cans. The junior high SkuCo won the contest with 898 cans, while senior high gave oniy 12 cans. Because the junior high Stu.Co won,

Kim.Semple

Julie Siedband

Roberts Simmons

Jason Skold

Brett Smith

David Smith

Sam Snyder

Scott Somerhalder

Scott Stallcup

Doug Starck

Kathy Stauffer

Jeff Stewart

PatStrovP

Kirk Stuart

PamSurkan

Nevin Swearengin

Lisa Taber

Donna Taylor

Brian Thompson

Dave Thomsen

Kristin ncknor

Dainis Tigeris

Sharon llndall

Jenny Tricker

Andy Upright

Christina Usher

Corey Vandewege

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the senior high StuCo took the junior high StuCo out to eat .at Valentino's Febrnary 26.

Mr. Marotz, principal for junior high, commented, "We thought the food drive was a big success, and hope to make it an annual event. The junior •highStuCocaresnotonlyforourschool, but for the community as well; that's the kind of spirit and people we want to show the community."

Mrs. Laurie Hovendick, the junior high StuCo sponsor explained that there were two major reasons for the food drive.

''1be basic reason was to help the people in our community. But we also

wanted to demonstrate that kind of students and school sprirt we have."

According to Gina Vitello, junior high StuCo member, ''1be idea was thrown around the Council, and then we just decided it was something worthwhile and no ·other school had really done it."

The students were asked to bring anything canned. Each 16 ounce or under can was worth 1 point, while anything over 16 ounces was worth 2 points. The winning classes were: Mr. Peterson's 7th grade homeroom first semester, Mr. Young's 8th grade homeroom and Ms. Penner's 9th grade homeroom. By Stephanie Siedband

Carisa Wahlers

Stacie Yawn

Activities like the food drive gave StuCo members, like Josh Gardner, a chance to discover new and creative ways to have fun.

Keeping the canned good section of the food drive under control is HomeEc teach Laurie

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Hovendick, with some assistance from freshman Amy Farber

Erin Gardner

Kate Garwood

Rod.Gibson

Steve Gillette

Keely Gillispie

Knrt Glaesemann

Jamie~u

Jamie Gray

Mary Guilliatt

AshokGupta

Laura Gut.kin

SuziGutz

Chip Hamann

Steve Handy

Charles Hanna

Chris Hansen

Amy Hartman

Chris Heckman

John Helm

Spencer Hilsabeck

Jason Hinkle

David Hinrichs

Lisa Hirai

Krista Hiser

Kelley Hocking

T. J. Hudson

Mark Irvine

Shannon Jessen

Not your typical brother

Few students were lucky enough to call a University of Nebraska football player their brother. Sara Daubert, however, was one of the exceptions. Wingback Pernell Gatson was a special part of Sara's family as they were his offical host for the third year.

Every football player whose home was somewhe re other than Lincoln had a host family, officially called Lincoln hosts, assigned to him. The family often had him over to eat and sometimes to spend the night. Her dad also played racquetball with Pernell.

Sara's family became a Lincoln host becauseherdadandTom Osborne were friends. When asked if she would like to be a host again, Sara responded with an enthusiastic "yes".

When in high school at Omaha C-entral, Pernell was a quarterback,

but upon arrival at UNL he was moved to the position of wingback. He was also an excellent wrestler in high school, including competing in the state tournament.

Pernell often brought friends over to the Daubert's home with him, most ofwhom were celebrities to the average Husker fan.

"Probably his three best friends," said Sara, "are Ray Nelson, Guy Rozier, and Doug DuBose."

In the summer Sara didn't see quite as much ofher "Lincoln brother" becausehehadasummerjob in Omaha.

Sara's parents went to all the home games as they had season tickets. They also managed to make it to most away games. Sara went to many of the home games. By Brian Schram

Nebraska football player Pernell Gatson celebrates his birthday in the company of good friends. Eighth grader Sara Daubert provided the picture, as her family was Pernell's host.

Jannese Steider

Randy

Tyrrell Stephen Urbaner

Vanier Frank Vigil

Jennifer Volland

Wildinan Steve Willey

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Dancing dedication pays off

First a mouse, then a child, and finally a Russian. Those were the parts 7th grader Tara McElhose played in three years of performances ofthe 'Nutcracker Suite' with the Lincoln C.Ommunity Playhouse. Having eight years of dancing at Elden Pershing School of Dance, she was well qualified.

Tara's eight years of lessons included Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, and Tap. She took Ballet and Pointe at the Omaha ballet for two and one-half years beyond the eight years in Lincoln. She danced one and a half hours on Mondays plus an hour class on Wednesdays at the Omaha School of Ballet. Her dance schedule also included spending Tuesdays and Thursdays at Eldene Pershing School of Dance in Lincoln.

Her lessons in Omaha paid off the past two years when she played the roles of an ice fairy and a soldier in two different productions by the Omaha Ballet's production of 'Nutcracker Suite'.

"I want to try out for the Omaha Ballet Company in a couple of years and someday I hope to be a professional dancer," said Tara.

FuJflJHng this goal was helped by trying out for summer camps in Illinois, Wisconsin, and C.Olorado. Another goal of Tara's was to live in Omaha in the summer and take as many dance classes as possible.

Tara also enjoyed listening to music, knitting, and reading in her spare time. By Bridget M. Hynn

Mary Froehlich

TobiGabelman

TonyGavre

Alison Geier

Katy Gerstmann

Audra Gibson

Kathy Gillan

Carrie Gosnell

Shelly Guilliatt

ShecylGunther

Jason Haldiman

Aaron Hall

Sonya Hamilton

Craig Hanson

Kami Haverkamp

Jason Hellman

Sarah Henningsen

Denise Hockemeier

Melinda Hoepker

Dennis Hoffman

MikeHubenka

April Ibsen

Cari-Lynn Jacobs

Julie Jahde

Mollee Johansen

AmyJohnson

Caryn Johnson

Yvette Johnson

Dancing with the Omaha Ballet meant late nights but excellent training for seventh grader

Tara McElhose, shown here in the December production of "'lbe Nutcracker Suite"

T.J.Ripa

• Amy Ritter

Aaron Robinson

CheryiRugh

Scott Ryan

11naSalac

SamirSaxena

Troy Schacher

Sara Schm.er

Jami Schm.ersal

Tyler Schmidt

Megan Schuldt

Daryl Schweiger

Kara-Jean Scott

KelliSemin

Stephanie Sharp TheoShlien

Rebecca Shores

Mark Shriner

Bryan Sink

JennySmith

Susan Stibal

AndyStock

Mark Strasheim

Sonya Stromberg

Michelle Tambling

Jennifer Tews

Kerri Thomsen

MikeUdball

Julie Troester

Randall Vance

Jamie Vogel

Brad West

Alicia White

Brent Wilcox

Brock Williamson

Bryan Willnerd

Rose Winter

Curt Wohlers

Bryce Wood

Angela Woodring

Carissa Worster

Cynthia Worster

Christine Woudenberg

Coby Young

Kim Young

UbertiYoung

Walter Zink

Candice Zyburo

New York just wasn't the same after East graduate Tom Viessman, speech coach Randy McCutcheon, senior Sue Smith, and Wesleyan students Darrin Templeton and Rick Ross spent winter break there.

Randy accepts the "Teacher of the Year Awanl" with a speech, and a little humor, of course.

Randy McCutcheon shows his affection for Heather Raikes while Deb Heinzmann laughs at the situation during practice for duet acting.

McCutcheon Speech coach named Teacher ofYear

It was Pearl Harbor Day but there were no sinkings on this particular day. Instead the State Board of Education recognized Randall McCutcheon of Lincoln East High School as the 1985 Nebraska Teacher of the Year.

in a recognition ceremony at the Lincoln wuntry Club, he and other finalists were honored. The oth e r finalists included Gladys Helm of Lincoln Southeast High School ( and also the parent of two East students Scott and Doug ~elm); David Mannigel of St. John's Lutheran Elementary School in Seward; Charles Pickering of Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School; and Carolina M.R. Sylvestri of Omaha Westside High School.

All this recognition actually took quite a bit of doing. McCutcheon was nominated by Amy Garwood and then by _ the Mittelstaedt family and the Hinrichs family. Then McCutcheon said that he had to go through a long process of telling about himself. He had to write an autobiography, write an essay on his philosophy of education, document bis contributions ro the community, his ci~c duties, and his personal growth, and get letters of recommendation from students, families, and teachers.

Many of those who recommended McCutcheon commented on how extraordinary a teacher he was. They _ commented on how well he handled his students, how much he understood their problems, and how he took the time to help his students learn and improve.

''Today, after ten years of fighting the good fight ... ofteaching that learning can be fun ... of teaching neve~ to give up hope . . . still wanting to make students laugh ... love me."

-Randy McCutcheon

One former student, Elizabeth Cheng, said it all in her recommendation for Mr. McCutcheon. She wrote, 'I have worked with McCutcheon for four years. I have seen the triumph in his eyes when his students do well. I have seen the disappointment in his eyes when they do not. I have heard the excitement in his voice when a student starts a new project. I have heard the frustration in his voice when a student does not finish one. His students mean a great deal to him. Likewise, he means a great deal to his students.'

But alas, this truly outstanding man was planning to leave at the end of the year. 'Each person should have 5 or 6 careers during his lifetime, each spanning about ten years. The person struggles through that endeavor until •they have become the b est that they can be.'

'You develop different dimensions of your personality. After that, you go on to the next stage of your life.'

McCutcheon's plans called for him to leave the state. 'I won't be in Nebraska. I plan to be in a large metropolltan area doing something.'

As he continued to talk, he returned to the funny, witty p erson so familiar to students used to hearing him read the m r ning announcements.

'I might be taking cl asses, teaching, doing something in radio or television, or selling hamburgers, and if I c ould yowdle, I could give a tour through the Swiss Alps.' McCutcheon said that he may be back but that he can't predict the future.

By Lynn Sa.lac

Teacherofth e year Randy McCutcheon lectures his speech students on the effectiveness of planning ahead.

Joining McCutcheon at the awards reception were DonnaBa.um,Dagmar Ahlquist,Jan Streily, Sharon Churchill, Lorraine Woodward, Nancy Hartman. and Shirley Ebers.

Photos by Mary Olsen, Steve Petty, and Stacey Skold.

Dagmar Ahlquist., Registrar

Rob Armagost., Industrial Arts

Francis Arthur, Assist.ant Principal

Carolyn Baily, Cafeteria

Steve Barnhardt., Multi-handicapped aide

Robert Barrett, Social Stndies

Anne Barry, English, gifted, library

Diane Bartels, English, Science

Donna Baum, Main Office

Jerry Beckmann, Mathematics

• Jan Beeson, Home Economics

Jan Berryman, Multi-handicapped aide

Judy Breed, Mathematics

Marilyn Brewster, Cafeteria

Linda Brockman, Multi-handicapped aide

Doris Brunke, Attendance

Brian Bullington, Special Education

Mary Butler, Mathematics

Susan Byrd, Foreign Language

James Carlin, Couselor

Rogene Christensen, Home Ee Aide

Sharon Churchill, Attendance

Janet Coleman, Special Education

Kathy Cookston, English Aide

Geraldine Cox, English

Jerome Cox, Business Education

Tom Crockett, Media Center

Bonnie Daley, Library

Anna Belle Darnell, Counselor

Elizabeth da Silva, English

,Joyce Detweiler, Cafeteria

Jan Divis, Cafeteria

Shirley Doan, English

Karen Dress, Foreign Language

Wes Durst, Science

Shirley Ebers, Main Office

Ravera Edwards, Special Education

Karen Elwood, Business Education

Diane Epp, Science

Dave Eppert, Physical Education/Health

Bob Eyth, Driver Education/English Audrey Fish, Cafeteria

Don Flanagan, Building Superintendent

Paul Forch, Science

Janet Forde, English/Foreign Language

Dennis Frederick, Mathematics

Rolland Gast, Industrial Arts

Helen Gilroy, Cafeteria

-Class acts rewarded

&wards for excellence in teaching were always sparce, but especially in the form of monetary benefits. Four teachers found the exception to this rule, however, when they were each awarded 8500 for winning the Cooper Foundation Award.

Junior high social studies teacher Joan Marotz and English teacher Gail Reeder joined together to enter their winning idea on teaching economics to seventh grade students. Their plan was for students to learn economic concepts in social studies while reading an economic novel in English class. Then, the two subjects would be merged in the fmal days of the unit when students were asked to write and perform a melodrama, complete with hero and villain.

"People say you can't teach economics to sev e nth graders," said Marotz, "but that's just not true. If motivated, they learn economics well and it shows up in their dramas."

Speech-debate teacher Randy McCutcheon and journalism tea~er Jim Schaffer also combined their efforts into a singl~, winning entry. They were a bit more surprised than other contestants, however, when they won.

"Our project dealt with aliteracy," said Schaffer, "but we spelled it 'alliteracy', which isn't even a word. Evidently, the judges didn't notice."

Aliteracy, meaning refusal to read, should not be confused with illiteracy, which is the inability to read.According to McCntcheon and Schaffer, many students just don't read, and are therefore suffering from aliteracy.

Their cure for this problem consisted of reading an American classic, discussing it, and then writing an additional last chapter. Together they tested the idea at the Nebraska Scholars' Institute in June of 1984, and McCutcheon continued to use it in his creative writing class.

By Jana Arnold

Ivan GQochey, Counselor

Lee Gray, Business Education

Lois Hansen, English/Social Studies

Nancy Hartm~ Counselor's Office

Margaret Harvey, Cafeteria

Becky Haynes, Speech Lang. Pathologist

Ida Hays, Custodian

Rodney Heim, Mathematics/Library

Craig Helwege, Mathematics

Linda Hemsath, English

John Henry, Mathematics

Linda Ho~ English

Jim Holech~ English

Barbara Hoppe, English

Laurie Hovendick, Home :Economics

nm Janssen, Mathematics

Cheryl Johnson, Multi-handicapped Aide

Janis Johnson, Special Education

Pat Kaltenberger, English/Music

Marjorie Keep, Home :Economics

Marie Kelley, Assistant Principal

Ed Kemble, Social Studies

Flo Koenig, Multi-handicapped Aide

Jerry Kohl, Industrial Arts/OSL

:Economics, a potentially boring subject for seventh grade students, comes alive in the award winning teaching project of Gail Reeder.

Photo by Orristy Bolen

Carolyn Krieger, Cafeteria

Barb Lamher4 Multi-handicapped Aide

Kay Lamphear, Multi-handicapped Aide

Polly Losh, Special &lucation

Luella Marker, OH Aide

Joan Marotz,~ Studies

Marcella Matthes, Cafeteria

Jeff McCabe, Industrial Arts

James McConnell, Mathematics

Randy McCutcheon, English

Jackie McGinnis, Special &lucation

Richard McGowan, Social Studies

&1 McPherren, Science

Mary Miller, Cafeteria

Bill Miner, Special &lucation

Bonnie Moon, Cafeteria

Dan Morgan, Science

Barbara Moss, Special &lucation

William Moss, Principal

Dwain Myers, Social Studies

William North, Social Studies

Myron Oehlerking, Phusical &lucation

Dick Paxson, Mathematics

Debra Payne, Bu~e~fj &1./Dist. Ed.

Dorothy Pearce, Cafeteria

Leona Penner, Mathematics

Susan Peters, Foreign Language

Jon Peterson, Music

Richard Petri, Social Studies

Carol Phillips, Special &lucation

Steve Pierce, Foreign Language

Don Rademacher, Mathematics

Gail Reeder, English

Darwin Salestrom, Vice-Principal

Debbie Salyards, Physical &lucation

Willie Sapp, Art

Roxanne Sattler, Counselor

Jim Schaffer, English/Journalism

Fred Schelert, German

Jo Schwalm, Cafeteria

Carot' Scot4 English

Deborah Sesow, Special &lucation

Mary Sharp, Multi-handicapped

Pat Shuman, Special &lucation

Cathlin Shuster, English

Joe Sis, Custodian

Carotene Skorohod, Business &lucation

Cheryl Smith, English

Dr. Durst trades his serious science teacher image for that of Mr. Burger King. Such drastic measures were at time necessary to catch the a ntlon of his sophomore biology students.

Rozanne Snoberger, Counselor

Tim S~ Mathematics

Phil Sprague, Athletic Director

Pat Stephen, Ortho Aide

Jan Streily, Main Office

Mary Tiangco, Cafeteria

Jerry Trimble, Physical Education

Janet Tucker, Health/Physical Ed.

Christa Utecht, Cafeteria

Luella VanVleck, Business Ed.

Joe Vonrot.z, Custodian

Keith Watt, Science

Marcia Wiebers, Music

June Williams, Social Studies

Bob Willis, Custodian

Donna Wilson, Art

Doug Wilson, Science

Merlanne Wood, Physical Ed.

Lorraine Woodward, Main Office

Lynn Young, Science

Janet Zenner, Nurse

Lee Zentic, Physical Ed.

Neal Zimmerman, Counselor

Sharing his money with the business community is sophomore Scott Nemeth, shopping at &st Park Plaza's Dirt Cheap Record Shop.

Photo by Steve Petty

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I nteraction between the business world and students was a daily routine. Students depended on stores for jobs and merchandise, while stores counted on a certain cash flow from th~ t:eenage populus.

The capitol city provided a fair number of youth-oriented businesses, largely due to · the University of Nebraska being located in Lincoln. Gateway and East Park Plaza shopping cent:ers were conveninetlly located in East Lincoln.

Driving down Lincon's main drag, 'O' street, revealed that fast food restaurants were in abundance. Price wars between the major chains kept the cost of eating hamburgers relatively low, only 39 cents at the students' favorit:e, McDonald's.

Food wasn't students' only concern, though. ~ey depended on businesses for things ranging from shoestrings to gas to movies. And everything, it seemed, cost money. Gas held st:eady at 8120 per gallon, but movies inflated to $3.75 per person.

A job became almost a necessity to afford all the expenses of living, • depending on mom and dads' willingness to provide and junior's eagerness to spend. In other cases, ski trips or the costs of college were the motivators to earn some extra cash. Balancing a part-timejob plus seven classes at school was not always easy. Some students chose to take fewer classes, while others enrolled in the work-study program to earn class credit for working.

O>mmon employers of Spartan workers were fast-food restaurants, grocery stores, and movie theat:ers. More of a rarity were those students who worked at SRI ( Selection Research lnstitut:e ), day care cent:ers, lifeguarding, or catering for the University.

Whether it was earn.ling money or spending it, students felt an added sense of independence in their important role in the business life of the community. They counted on the food and merchandise supplies oflocal stores, just as the businesses depended on the supportoITHE FEW, THE PROUD, THE SPARTANS!

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Doctor Moss plays the role of waiter at the Pantry Restaurant by taking the orders of seniors Donna Weidner, Kathy Borman, and Colleen Bl~d.

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Nachos at Amigos satisfied the hunger pangs of seniors Stephanie Kubert, Mavis Fletcher, and Anne Best.

Sophomores Karin Brown, Leslie Maciejewski,

Laurie Eyth show the latest look in hair fashion available from Union Hair Depot.

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The 1300 copies of the 1985 Epic were published by Walsworth Publishing Company of Marceline, Missouri. The company representative was Mike Diffenderfer. The 216 page book with a spring supplement sold for $16 a copy, including tax and a plastic protective cover.

Type was set by the graphics department of the Lincoln Public

Schools Administration Building. Extra time was put in by Kathryn Stephens and Joni Piccolo of PSAB.

Type was set to the following sizes: body copy, 10 point; kickers, 24 point; headlines 48 point; captions 8 point; photo credits, 7 point. The Tiffany type style and magazine layout were used throughout the book.

Some of the group pictures were taken by Evans studio, Blomgren's photography, and the Picture Man.

Special thanks go to the photographers of the Lincoln Journal-Star who provided photos of Bruce Spring~ steen and of gymnastics. Other people deserving thanks are Jane Arnold Chris Norris (Walsworth representa~ tive) and Rob Armagost.

,The cover was designed by editor Jana Arnold. The theme, 'The few, the proud, the Spartans", was also suggested by Jana and approved by an unanimous vote of the yearbook staff.

Seniors Summarize

The fmal roll call

ADebbie Ahlquist. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12;National Honor Society; Marching Band 1 0; Concert Band 11; Orchestra 11; MFL ( orchestra); Basketball 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10; GQ Club 11; French Club 12.

Joe Albin. Intra.murals 12; Tennis 10, 11, 12; Ski Club 12.

Dave Allen. Honor Roll 10, 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Kenny Apel. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Intra.murals 11, 12; Football 12 (statistician).

Sue Andersen. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Marching Band 1 0; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; MFL (minor); Basketball 11; Intra.murals 10, 12; Future Physicians 10.

Trent Anderson. Football 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12; Wrestling 11; Ski Club 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 10, 11.

Christi.Antczak. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; International Club 10, 11, 12 (Vice President); Young Life 10, 11, 12; Marching Band 10, 11; Concert Band 10, 11; Stage Band 10; Saxophone Quartet; Junior Achievement; Intra.murals 12.

Sydna Armstrong. Singers 11, 12; Musical 11, 12; Swing Choir 11, 12; Honor Roll 10; Track 10; Intra.murals 10; Swimming 10; Spirit Club 10; International Club 11, 12; Spanish Club 11; Future Physicians 12 (Co-President).

Tony Arndt. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Basketball 10; Baseball 10; Intramurals 10, 11, 12; Soccer Club 10, 11, 12.

Jana Arnold. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Epic 12 ( editor); Oracle 11; Band 10, 11; All State Band 11; International Club 10, 11, 12; French Club 10, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11; Regents Scholarship recipient

gJon Backencamp , Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Cornhusker State 11; Marching Band l0;ConcertBand 10, ll;Baseball 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10, 11; Intra.murals; GQ Club 11, 12

Heidi Barry. Student Council 10, 11, 12 (President); Student Advisory Board 10, 11, 12 (President); Spirit Club 10, 11; Ski Club 10, 11, 12; Epic 10, 11 (ads manager); DECA 11 (State district secretary), 12

Melissa Bartels. Spirit Club 10, 11 (Treasurer); Intra.murals 10, 11,12;Swimmingl0;GQClub 11, 12; DECA 12; Dollfins 11, 12.

Steven Bartels. Marching Band 10, 11, 12,Drum major;ConcertBand 10, 11, 12;HonorRoll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Gymnastic6 10, ! 1, 12; Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Doug Bauch. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Intra.murals 10; Junior Achievement 10.

Anita Beck. Honor Roll 12; Spirit Club 10; Business Club 12 (president); Golf 11, 12; Intra.murals 10

Anne Best. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Student Advisory Board 10; Spirit Club 10, 11 (squadleader), 12 (Vice President); ' International Club 10, 11; GQ Club 11; DECA 12; Band 10, 11; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; (minor); MFL (minor); Intra.murals 10. Darrin Bice. Honor Roll 10, 12.

Colleen Blad. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Reserve Cheerleader, Varsity Cheerleader; Lancaster County's Junior Miss 12, Kraft Hostess Award 12; Speech Team 12; International Club 10, ll(Treasurer), 12; Spirit -Club 10, 11, 12; Red Cross 10; GQ Club 11; Student Council 12.

JarrettBodfield. Band 10, 11, 12;Orchestra 11, 12; UNL Honor Band 12; Snatraps 11, 12; Football l0;Track 11, 12;SpanishClub ll;Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Tom Boohar. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National HonorSociety;Basketball 10, 11, 12;Track 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Bryan Bopp. Baseball 10; Cross Country 12; Track 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Michele Booth. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Band 10, 11, 12 (Secretary); Trap Shooting Club 10, 11, 12 (President); Reversals; Diving 10, 11; Intra.murals.

Kathy Borman. Speech and Debate 10, 11, 12; Marching Band 10; StudentAdvisory Board 10, 11; One Act Play 10; Singers 10, 11; Apollonaires 11, 12; Student Council 11, 12; Class Vice President 11; Dollfins 12; Musical 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; International Club 10, 11; Drama Club 10, 11; French Club 10, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; Track 12; Regent's Scholarship Recipient

Karl Bothwell. Marching Band 10, 11; Concert Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12; Flag Corps 12; Singers 12; Musical 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Junior Achievement 10, 11.

Mark Boukather. Intramural Basketball 10, 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Football 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12.

Steve Brugman. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12;Basketball 10, 11, 12; Tennis 10, 11, 12

Dave Brummond. Intramural softball 10, 11, 12; Intramural Basketball 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Football 10; Debate 10, 11, 12.

Lori Bullerman. Epic 11; Spirit Club 10.

Blaine Burmeister. Golf 10, 11, 12; Ski Club 11, 12; Young Life 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

eCheryl Carden. Honor Roll 12; Flag Corps 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 10; Spirit Club 10, 11; Reserve Tennis 10, 11; Track Manager 12.

Patty Carnes. Marching Band 12; Concert Band 12; Spirit Club; Spanish Club; DECA

Guntis Circenis. Junior Achievement 10, 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Intramural Softhall 11; Computer Club 11.

Venu Cbivukula. Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Concert Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12; Stage Band 11; Honor Roll 10, 11; National Honor Society 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Soccer Club 11, 12; German Club 10,11.

Leslie Christensen. Honor Roll 11, 12. Reserve Cheerleader 11, Varsity Cheerleader 12; Class Officer 10 (secretary/treasurer); Girls State 11; Student Council 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 11; Speech and Debate 12; Volleyball 10; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Lisa Christensen. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Researve Cheerleader 11; Varsity Cheerleader 12; Class Officer 10, 11; Marching Band 10; Student Council 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10; Buisness Club 12( Vice President; Volleyball 10, Intra.murals 10, 11.

Tim Christensen. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12;Diving 11.

Roger Chopp. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Honor Roll 10; Basketball 10,11; Ski Club.

Dave Oare. Singers 11, 12; Musical 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Football 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 10, 11 (president); Student Council 11, 12; FCA 10, 11, 12.

Cynthia Coleman. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Spirit Club 10; National Forensics League 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 11, International Club 11; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; Speech Team 10, 11 12· All State Orchestra 10, 11; StudentAdvisory Bo~ 1 l2; Intra.murals 12.

Wendy Collicott. Apollonaires 11, 12; Student Advisory Board 10, 11, 12;Dollfins 11, 12;Singers 12; Expressions 12; MFL (minor); NCA Celebrity Award 12; Swim Team 10; Track Team 11; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; International Club 10, GQ Club 11; DECA 12; Reversals 12.

John Conroy. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society.

Nancy Constance. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; VarsityCheerleader12,DECA 11, 12; Tennis 10, 11; Intra.murals 10.

Scott Cooper. Honor Roll 10, 12; Basketball 10, 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Tim Costello. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Football 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Dana Crandall. Band 10, lntramurals 10, Singers 11, 12, LA (chorus), Expressions 11, 12, MFL (chorus), Apollonaires 12, Homecoming Queen, Honor Roll 10, 11, 12, National Honor Society, Spirit Club 10, 11, 12, GQ Club 11, French Club 12.

Tim Crockett. Honor Roll 10, 11 , 12; Football 10; Basketball 10, 11, 12; Baseball 10, 11, 12

DDiane DeJonge . Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Marching Band 10; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA (minor);MFL(minor);SpiritClub 10 , ll;Student Council 11, 12; DECA 11, 12.

Todd Dennis. Honor Roll 10; Football 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10; 1000 Club 10, 11; Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Andy Didrichsons . Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; French Club 12; International Club 12; Junior Achievement 10; Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

IntaDidrichsons . Honor Roll 10, 11, 12;National Honor Society; Student Council 12; Senior Class Officer (Secretary/Treasurer); Spirit Club 10; Internati onal Club 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 11; Presidential Scholar Nominee 12; French Club 12.

Stephanie Digman. Honor Roll 10, 11 , 12; National Honor Society; Class Officei; 11 (Treasurer) ; Student Council 11, 12; Varsity Cheerleader 12; Tennis 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 11; International Club 11

Tom Dingman. • Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National HonorSociety;Oracle 11 (Copy Editor), 12 (Sports and Features Editor); Track 10, 11; Cross Country 12.

Vicki Domina. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Reserve Cheerleader; Varsity Cheerleader ( captain); Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; Gymnastics 10, 11; Track 10, 12; Intram urals 10.

Janet Donohoe. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Nationat Honor Society (president) ; Spirit Club 10; International Club 10, 11; ITS 12 (President); Spanish Club (Vice-President); National Forensics League 10, 11, 12; Drama Club 11, 12 (P re sident); Speech Team 10, 11, 12; Debate 10; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; Volleyball (manager); Intra.murals 10.

Tracy Douglass. Honor Roll 12; Marching Band 11, 12; Pep Band 11, 12; Concert Band 11, 12; Business Club 12.

Dave Draus. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Baseball 10, 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Concert Band 10; Marching Band 10.

E:Tod Eastman. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Pep Band 10, 11, 12; Concert Band 10, 11, 12; Swimming 10, 11, 12; Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; East Guard 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 11, 12.

ErikF.ggland. Honor Roll 10, ll;Tennis 10, 11, 12; Golf 11, 12; Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Renee Elefsnid. Honor Roll 11, 12; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; Swing Choir 12; LA 11 (minor); MFL (minor); Reserve cheerleader, Varsity Cheerleader; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 11; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; Tennis 10, 11; Intramurals 10, 11, 12

Robyn Elefsntd. Honor Roll 10; Spirit Club 10; Apollonaires 11, 12; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 11, Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Debbie Epp. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society.

FJackie Falconer. Intramurals 12, DECA 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10; Chorus 10; Ski Club 12.

Scott Farber. Honor Roll 10, 11, 2; National Honor Society; Drama Club 10; ITS 11, 12; Track 10, 11; Intra.murals 11, 12; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; TCIG (minor); TDSH (minor); HCA (crew); FP (crew); DL (crew); LA (crew); TMWCD (crew); BCC (crew); MFL (crew); TAN (crew).

Curtis Fitzsimmons. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Gennan Club 10; Future Physicians Club 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Mavis Fletcher. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Apollonaires 12 (Treasurer); Homecoming Attendent 12; Track 10, 11; Spirit Club 10, 11 (squadleader), 12; International Club 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 11.

Scott Florell. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Tennis 10, 11, 12; Debate 10, 11; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA (minor); MFL( minor); Forensics 10, 11; Future Physicians 12.

Bridget Flynn. Honor Roll 10, 11; Marching Band 10, 11; Concert Band 10; Epic Staff 12; French Club 10, 12; International Club 10, 11, 12 (President); East Guard 10, 11; Spirit Club 10; Intramurals 10; Future Physicians 11. Mike Foos. Track 10, 11; Intra.murals 12.

Dan Foreman. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; UNL Honor Band 12.

Julia Forker. Honor Roll 10, 11; Speech 10; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; TCG (minor); LA (minor); MFL (minor); Spirit Club 10, 11; Drama Club 10; International Club 10; GQ Club 11, 12; Doll.fins 12.

Mike Forsberg. Honor Roll 10, 11; National Honor Society; Football 10, 11, 12 (captain); Baseball 11, 12; lO00Club l0;Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Mike Fox. Student Advisory Board 12 (VicePresident) ; Wrestling 10, 11, 12; E 10, 11, 12; DECA 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Bnice Frogge. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National HonorSociety;MarchingBand 10, 11, 12;Concert Band 10, 11, 12; Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; Soccer Club 11, 12; E 11; Intra.murals.

Amy Fuerst. Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12; National Honor Society; Nationai Merit Commended Scholar; Basketball 10, 11, 12;Tennis 10, ll;SpiritCh.tb 10, ll;Spanish Club ll;InternationalClub fl, 12; FCA 11. Kim Gaber. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Stage Band 10, 11; Speech Team 10, 11; Golf 10, 11, 12 (captain); Basketball 11; Track 11, 12; DECA 12.

Honor Swiety; National Merit Finalist; National

Amy Garwood. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Forensics League 10, 11, 12; Debate 10, 11, 12 (captain); Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; Speech Team 11; MFL (minor).

Rob Gibson. Honor Roll 12; Boy's Bowling 12 (captain); DECA 11, 12; Intra.murals.

Michelle Gifford. Honor Roll 10, 11; Buisness Club 12; Intra.murals 10, 11.

Brad Gilbertson. Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA (minor); MFL (minor); Tennis 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Joel Grenemeier. Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; Swing Choir 11, 12; Ba eball 10, 11, 12; Football 10, 11; Intra.murals 10.

Dave Groth. Trap Shooting Club 10; Ski Club 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Deanne Godeker. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Flag Corps 10, 11, 12; TCG (crew); LD (minor); BCC (minor); Drama Club 10, 11, 12; ITS 11, 12; Business Club 12, Spirit Club 10.

Grant Gunther. Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12; National HonorSociety;ConcertBand 10, 1 , 12;Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Stage Band 12; Orchestra 12.

Beth Gutz. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Reserve Cheerleader; Varsity Cheerleader; Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; Tennis 10, 11; International Club 10, 11, 12; GQClub 10, 11; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 11.

John Haldiman. Honor Roll 10, ll;Football 10, 11; Wrestling 10, 11, 12; Track 10; Trap Shooting Club 11, 12; Intra.murals 11, 12.

Todd Hallberg. Football 11, 12; Bowling Club; Soccer 10, 11, 12.

Jon Hamilton. Boy's Bowling 12 (secretary); Football 10.

Tom Hamilton. Oracle 10, 11; Tennis 10, 11, 12; Soccer 10, 12; Ski Club 10 , 11, 12; DECA 11, 12; Young Life 11; Intra.murals 11, 12.

Kristin Handeland. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Spirit Club 10, 11; GQ Club 11; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA (chorus); MFL (chorus). 5~ 197

Kurt Hansen. Honor Roll 10, 11, -12; National Honor Society; Singers 11 , 12 ; Expressions 11, 12 ; MFL 12; LA 11; Football 10, 11, 12; Baseball 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12

Sarah Harless. Honor Roll 12; Basketball 10; Track 10, 12; Cross Country 10, 11, 12 ( captain); DECA 10, 11, 12 (State Deca).

Tim Harrington. Football 10, 11, 12; 1000 Club 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12

Todd Hatton. Honor Roll 10, 11; National Honor society; Basball 10, 11, 12; Football 10, 11; Ski Club 11, 12; Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Terry Haun . Intra.murals 10, 11, 12

Nancy Hayden. Honor Roll 10, 11 , 12 ; National Honor Society; Spirit Club 10; Intra.murals 11.

Merry Hayes. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Oracle 11, 12; Cross Country 10; Track 10; French Club 12; International Club 12.

Doug Helm. Expre ssions (band) 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12 , NebraskaSch o lars ' Institute ll ; National Honor Society 12; Football 10 , 11, 12; Track 10, 11; Intramural 12.

Cathy Hemann. Spirit Club 10, 11; International Club 10 , 11, 12, East Guard 10 , DECA 11.

Dave Hermance. Honor Roll 10.

Mike Hitt. Singers 11, 12; Swing Choir 11, 12; MFL (chorus); Expressions 12

Tonja Holder. Intra.murals 10; Forensics 10, 11, 12 ; MockTrial 12;French Club 12;HonorRoll 10 , 11, 12

Scott Hollestelle. Intramurals 10, 11 , 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12 ; NationalHonorSociety 12;Football 10; Cross Country 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12; E C lub 10, 11, 12; Running Club 10, 11.

John D. Hospodka. Intramurals (basketball) 10, 11, 12 ; Wesl e yan Wri te r's Clinic; National Art Honor Society 11 ; Basketball 10; Baseball 12 ; Art Club 11; DE CA 12

Sandy Houser. H o nor Roll 10 ; Spirit Club 10; Dollfins 10, 11, 12 (secretary) ; Ski Club 12; Swimming 10; International Club 10; Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Debbie Howser. Honor Roll 10 ; Voll eyball 11 ; SpiritClub 10, ll;InternationalClub l0;GQClub 11; Ski Club 12; Intramurals 10, 11.

Karen Hoyt. , Junior Achievement 10; Singers 11, 12 ; Expres s io ns 11, 12; Swing Choir 11, 12; LA (chorus); MFL (minor); Reversals 10, 11; Spirit Club 10; Intramurals 10.

David Hultstrand. Intramurals 10, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Seratome Club Award 12; Swimming 10, 11, 12 ; East Guard 10 , 11, 12

fJennifer Ibsen. Honor Roll 10 ,- 11, 12; National Honor Society ; Concert Band 10; Tennis 11; French Club 10 , 11, 12; International Club 12; Computers Club 11

Craig Imig. Honor Roll 10; Cross-Country 10, 11; Golf 10, 11; Spanish Club 11; Chess Club 12.

Brad Irvine. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Natonal Honor Society; Football 10, 11, 12; Baseball 11 ; Boy's Bowling 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

JJenny Jacobs. International Club 10; Business Club 12.

Scott Janike. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Ski Club 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12 :

Craig Jessen. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Football 10; Baseball 10, 11, 12; DECA 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Ma ttJewett. Football 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12; 1000 Club 11; DECA 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Ching Johnson. Honor Roll 10; Football 10, 11 , 12; Track 10, 11, 12 (captain); Wrestling 10.

Jay Johnson. Honor Roll 11; Basketball 10, 11 ; Track 11 , 12; Epic 12 (Business Manager); Intramurals 12

Joy Johnson. Honor Roll 11; Class Vice President 10, 12; DECA 11 , 12; Student Councill 0, 11, 12; Student Advisory Board 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11; Ski Club 12; GQ Club 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12

Scott Johnson. Ski Club 12; Boy's Bowling 12; Intra.mun$ 10, 11, 12.

KKim.Kardell. Intramurals 10, 12;SpiritClub 10; DECA 11, 12; Student Council 11, 12; SAC 12; F.T.C 12.

John Katz. Baseball 11.

Lori Kaser. Golf 10, 11, 12; Track 12; DECA 12.

SophiaKazas. Honor Roll 10, 12;Speech 10 , 11, 12;Epic l0;AdvancedTheatre 12;DramaClub 10, 11, 12

Deana Kechely. Honor Roll 11, 12 ; National Honor S ociety; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12 ; Basketball ll, 12;SpiritClub 11 (squadleader), 12 (Secretary); International Club 11; Future Physicians 11.

Jacqueline Keiner. Marching Band 10; Concert Band 10; Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12; National Honor Society; French Club 12; International Club 12. Scott Keith. Intramurals 10, 11, 12.

Brad Kelley. Dollfins 12; Honor Roll 12; Wrestling 10, 11; Baseball 10; E-Club 10, 11, 12; 1000 Club 10; DECA 12; 1600 Club 12.

Wes Kelley. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Soccer Club 10; Student Advisory Board l0;Singers 12;Expressions 12;Intramurals 10, 11 , 12 .

Kerry Knaub . Honor Roll 11; Diving 1 0; Track 10, 11, 12; Cross Country 11, 12; Varsity Cheerleader; Spirit Club 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 12.

Stephanie Kubert. Apollonaires 12 (co-captain); Spirit Club 10, 11 ( squadleader ); Spirit Club 10; GQ Club 10; International Club 10.

Tim Kueste r Honor Roll 10, 11, 12;Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA 11; MFL 12; Football 10, 11, 12; Baseball 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

LR oni Ladeg ard . Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Spirit Club 10; Intramurals 11.

Daryl :u;os. Honor Roll 11, 12; Band 10, 11; Baseball 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12.

Je an Lu. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society (secretary); Spanish Club 11; Future Physicians Club 12; Flag Corps 10, 11; Lincoln Youth Symphony 10, 11; Track manager 11, 12; Intra.murals 10, 11.

Rob Luchtel. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Football 10, 11; 1000 Club 10.

Bruce Lundak. Singers 11, 12; Musical 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; Dollfins 12; Student Council 10; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Class President 10, 11, 12;NationalHonorSociety 12;Football 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11; Intramurals 10, 12; Ski Club 10, 12; Soccer Club 12.

Seniors Summarize-------

To m Macy. Speech and Debate 10, ll;Newspaper 12 ,( Business Manager); National Forensic League 10, 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Hrmor Society 12.

Cindy Markle. Intra.murals 11; DECA 12; Business Club 12.

Laura Marron. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Epic 11 (Junior Edit.or), 12 (Managing Editor); Student Advisory Board 10, 11; Swimming 10; Spirit Club 10; International Club l0;JuniprAchievementll Secretaty;Ski Club 12; Spanish Club 11; Dollfins 12 (manager).

Melanie Mason. TCG (crew); FP (crew); DL (minor); TDR (major); LA (crew); TMWCD (crew); BCC (major); TAN (crew); Spring play (major); Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Speech 11, 12.

Pat McCashland. Honor Roll 11; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA 11; MFL 12; Intra.murals 10, 11; Varsity Football 10, 11, 12; Reserve Track 10, 11; Reserve Wrestling 10.

Coleen McElhose. Honor Roll 10, 11; Orchestra 10, ll;MFL(orchestra) 12;InternationalClub 10, 11, 12; East Guard 10, 11 (president), 12; Spirit Club 10; Spanish Club 11; Intramurals 10; Swim team 10-letter, 11-letter, 12-letter and co-captain.

Julie McMahon. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society 12; Commended National Merit Student 12; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10, 11, 12; Track 11, 12; International Club 10, 11; Spanish Club 11.

Melissa Meinecke. Gymnastics 10-letter, 11-letter, 12-letter; Spirit Club 10; Diving 12; Ski Club 12

Phil Mendoza. Honor Roll 10; Track 10, 11, 12; Football 10, 11, 12;Intramurals 10; l000Club 11; E-Club 12.

MichelleMerwick. Spirit Club 10, ll;DECA 11; Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 11; I.T.S. 10, 11, 12.

Jeff Miller. Honor Roll 10, 11; National Merit Finalist 12; Track 10, 11; Cross Country 11; Bowling Club 12.

Scott Miller. Intra.murals 10, 11 , 12; Oracle 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10 11 12 · DECAll. ' ' '

Bret Millet. Honor Roll 10, 11; National Honor Society 12; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12 ; Football 10, 11-letter, 12-letter; Wrestling 10; Track 11 ; Socc er 12; 1000 Club 11; 1300 Club 12

ill Mit:chell. Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12; National honor Society 12; 'The Com is Green" (cre w) ; Campus Life 10, 11; Business Club 12 ; Boy's Track Manager 11.

Lorene Moore.Junior Achievemen t 10 ; Bu si n e s s Club 12. •

YolondaMoss.MarchingBand 10 , 11, 12 ; Con ce rt Band 10 , 11, 12; Track 10- le tter

Chris Muehling. Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12 ; Na tio nal Honor Society 12; German Clu b 1 0, 11 , 12-Vice President; Gymnas t ics 10 , 11-l etter, 12- le t te r; Intra.murals 10 , 11 , 12 ; E - Clu b 11

Eric Mullet. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12 ; Track 10 , 11, 12; Cross C ountry 10, 11 , 12; Young Life 10; GQ Club 11, 12; Ju n io r Achi e ve men t 11 · FCA 11· Singers 11, 12 ; Expressions 11, 12 ; All-Sta~ Orchestra 10, 12 ; Student Council 11 , 12

pDena Pachucki. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, ll 12; Concert Band 10, ll, 12; Spirit Club 10; International Club 10; Spanish Club 11

Kelli Patrick. Honor Roll 10, il, • 12; National Honor Society 12; Outstanding Marketing Student Award 11; Singers 11, 12; Expressions 11, 12; LA (chorus); MFL (chorus); Spirit Club 10; DECA ll, 12 ; Spanish Club 11.

Shelley Perkins. Intra.murals 12

Tma Peters. Junior Achievement ( vice-president) l0;Singets 11 , 12;LA(minor);Expressions 11, 12; MFL (chorus); Swing Choir 12; Honor Roll 10 , 11 , 12; National Honor Society; SertomaAward; Swimming 10, 11, 12 (co-captain) ; Track 10, 11 , 12; Intra.murals 10; East Guard 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11; GQ Club 11; Varsity Cheerleader; French Club 12

Jackie Petersen. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 10, 11, 12; Wesleyan Honor Band 11; All-State Band ll; All-State Orchestra 12; Lincoln Youth Symphony Orchestra 12; German Club 12.

Amy Sedelmeier. Interior design contest (2nd) 12

David Sell. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12 ; French Club 12; International Club 12

Robb Shull. Intra.murals 10, ll, 12; Debate Team 10, 11, 12; Tennis 10.. 11, 12 : Ski Club 12

Annette Sims. DECA 11, 12; FAC 12; FfC 12.

Terry Skinner. Intra.murals ll, 12.

,James Sneddon. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Singers ll, 12; Swing Choir 11, 12 ; Expressions ll, 12; LA (minor); MFL (minor); Hastings Honor Choir 12; All State Choir 12; Wrestling 10 , 11; Football 10; Intematio~al Cluh 11.

Kathy Snyder. Hono r Roll 10, 11; National Honor Society; Drama Club 10, 11, 12; National Forensic League 10 , 11, 12; GQ Club 10, 11; ITS 11, 12; Spirit Club 10; Reversals 11; International Club 11; French Club 12 ; FP (light crew) ; Speech team 10, 11, 12; DL (major); TMWCD (Publicity); LA (light crew); Model U.N. 12

Chris Solee. Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Intramurals 10, 11, 12;Honor Roll 10, 11, 12;Nebraska Scholar's Institute 11; Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 11

Bret Somerhiser. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Basketball 10, 11, 12.

VCory Powell. Honor Roll IO; Flag Corps 10, 11, 12 ; Play (minor) ll; LA (crew); Track Manager 11, 12; Spirit Club 10, 11; Drama Club 10, 11; I.T.S. ll, 12; GQ Club 11; Reversals 11.

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Barb Nass.Wrestling manager 10-letter, 11 - le tter, 12-letter; Reversals 10 , 11, 12 ; Sp iri t Club 10

Sheri Neeman. Honor Ro ll 10 , 11 , 1 2; Spi ri t Club 10, 11; Epic staff 10, 11; SAB 10,11; East Guard 10, ll;Deca 11, 12;Ski Clu b 11, 12;Reversals 11, 12; Intra.murals 12

Debbie Nielson. Intra.mu rals 1 2; Deca 12.

Shawna Nims. Hon o r R oll 10, 11, 12; Na ti o nal Honor Society 12 ; SAB 1 0 , 11, 12; Epic s taff 10 , 11; Student Council 10 ; Spirit Club 10, 11; S ki Club 11, 12; DE CA 11 , 12; French Club 10; International Club 10; G.Q Club 11; Intra.mural s 10, 11, 12.

Elizabeth Nordhausen. H onor R oJ.1 12; Nation al Honor Society 12; Marchin g Band 12; Pep Ban d 12; Debate 12; Speech 12 ; Spanish Club.

Trevor Norland. Hon o r R oll 10, 11; Socce r Clu b 10, 11, 12; Intra.murals 11 , 12.

David Norris. Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12; Intra.mu rals 10, 11, 12; E-club 11, 12.

0Trisha Ochsner. Marching Band 1 0 , 11; Intramurals 12; Reversals 11 ; Ski Club 11 , 1 2.

Mary Olsen. Honor Roll 10, ll, 12 ; Nati onal Honor Society; Marching Band 10 ; Concert Ban d 10, 11 , 12; Flag Corps 11, 12 (rank leader) ; S i ng ers 11, 12; Musical {minor) 11, 12; Play (Spring) ll ; E p ic 12 ; Drama Club 11; ITS {vice president)

Bertil Ostlinger. Honor Roll 12; Speech 12; Debate 12;Singers 12;Expressions 12;lnt.ramu rals 12.

Scott Preston. Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Honorable Mention Homebuilders Auxiliary; Boys' Bowling 12.

QCherie Quathame Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Oracle 10 , 11, 12; Basketball 10, 11; Track 10, 11, 12; Future Ph ysi cans 10 ; DECA 12; Ski Club 12.

Bill Sorensen. Pep Band 10, 11, 12; Honor Roll 10, 11 1 12; National Honor Society

Andy Speich. Trapshooting 10, 11, 12

Linda Stehly. LA 11; MFL 12; Expressions 11, 12; Singers 11, 12 ; ManagerGirls Track 10; GQl0 , 11; International Club 10, 11 ; DECA 12; Spirit Club 10; Spanish Club 11, 12.

Sarah Staples. Volleyball 10, 11 , 12; Babketball 10, 11, 12; Swing Choir 10, 11; Chorus 10, 11; Band 10 , 11, 12; National Hono r Society; Intramurals 11.

Margie Stelling. JA 10 , 11 , 12 ; Spirit Clu.b 10, 11; International Club 10 , 11; DECA 11

Resa Reffert. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12 ; National Honor Society; Scholastic Art Award 10; JDF Volunteer 11, 12; Volleyball 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10; International Club 11; Dollftns 10, 11, 12 (President).

Kara.Rice. Honor Roll 12;National Honor Society; Spanish Club 12.

Matt Riley. Honor Roll 10, 11; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; Footballl0;Basketballl0,ll;Baseballl0,ll;Baseball 12; Chess Club 10, 11, 12.

Susan Rooney. Honor Roll 12; Singers 11, 12; LA (chorus) ; MFL (chorus); Expressions 11, 12; Spirit Club 10; GQ Club 10, 11; Deca 12; French Club 12; Intra.murals 10.

John Running. Honor Roll 10, 11; National Honor Society 12; Golfl0; Cross Country 11, 12

sMike Schneider. Singers 11, 12; LA {minor); MFL {minor); Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; Diving 10, 11, 12 ; Intra.murals 10, 11, 12; East Guard 10, 11, 12; E:icpressions 11, 12.

Teresa Stephens. TCG (crew) 10; Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Concert Band 10 , 11, 12 ; Singers 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Intra.murals 10; Track 11; Campus Life 10, 11, 12; JAl0.

Ryan Sterkenburg. Student Council 10; Class President 11; Football 10, 11, 12; Baseball 10, 11; Swimming 10; Ski Club 10, 11, 12.

Margaret Ann Stoddard. Flag Corps 10, 11, 12; Oracle 12; Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Intra.murals 10; Tennis 11; Boys Track Manager; Spanish Club 11.

Jennifer Sturdy. Lincoln Youth Symphony 10, 11; Singers 11 , 12; Expressions 11 , 12; Honor Roll 11, 12; German Club 10; Spirit Club 10.

Lori Svendsen. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Spirit Club 10 , 11, 12; Reversals 10, 11, 12; GQ Club 10 , 11; Intra.murals 10, 12; Varsity Cheerleader; Homecoming attendant 12; Junior Achievement 10 {Vice President).

Pat Sweeney. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Ski Club 11, 12; FCA 10, 11, 12; Football 10, 11, 12;Intramurals 10, 11, 12;Baseball 10.

TPam Tatro. Epic 11, 12 (Photo Editor); Dollfins Manager 11, 12; Honor Roll 10; JV Basketball 10, ll ; Tennis 10, 11, 12;SpiritClub 10 , 11; Volleyball Manager 10; Intramurals 12; FCA 10.

Glenn Taylor. Stagehand 10, 11, 12; Saxophone quartet 10, 11, 12;Jazz quartet 12; Honor Roll 10 , 11, 12; National Honor Society; Tennis 10, 11, 12 ; Chess Club 1 0; French Club 12; Future Physicians Club 12.

Michelle Thompson. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Tennis 10, ll;Golfl0;SpiritClub l0;GQClub 11; DECA 11 , 12.

Danyl Thome. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Boy's Bowling 12; Intramurals 10 , 11, 12.

GaryTrmberlake. Gymnastics 10, 11 , 12 (captain); Baseball 10, 12

Dara Troutman. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12;National Honor Society; First Place State Spanish Poetry 11; Quill and Scroll 12; Tennis 10, 11; Intramurals 10, 11; Spirit Club 10, 11 (Squad Leader), 12 (Hea~uad Leader); International Club 10, 11; Drama Club 10, 11, 12; Spanish Club 11 (Secretary); Speech and Debate 11; National Forensic League 11, 12; Oracle 11 (News Editor), 12 (Production Editor);TMWCD 11 (Crew);BCC 12 (Minor); Superintendent's Advisory Committee 12.

Seniors Summarize-------

Tami Vanderbeek. Honor Roll 12; Basketball 10, 11 , 12; Intramurals 11, 12; International Club 12

Stephanie Vellek. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; Student Council 10, 11, 12;Intramurals 10, 11, 12;Golf10, 11; Drill Team 10 , 11; Red Cross 10; Varsity Cheerleader 11.

Shelly Wahl. Honor Roll 10; German Club 10, ll;Reversals ll;Lincoln Youth. Symphony 10, 11, 12; Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Concert Band 10, 11, 12-Letter; UN-LBand 11, 12; Wesleyan Honor Band 11, 12; All - State Orchestra 11, 12; Singers 12; Expressions 12; Jazz Band 12.

Bill Weed. Singers 11, 12; LA (chorus); MFL (chorus); Honor Roll 10, 11 , 12; National Honor Society; Basketball 10, 11, 12 (captain); Intramurals 10, 11, 12;GQClub 10, ll;FCA 10, 11,J.2.

Lori Weis. Intramurals 10, 11, 12; Spirit Club 10.

Kent Wells. Football 10, 11, 12 (All State Super State), Intramurals 10, 11, 12; Track 10, 11, 12; 1600 Club

Greg Wendell. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; Intramurals 10,11,12.

Susan We.st. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12 ; National Honor Society; Oracle 11, 12; JV Basketball 11

Greg Wright. Honor Roll 11; Marching Band 10, 11, 12 ( rank leader and president); Concert Band 11, 12; Jazz Ensemble 11, 12; LA (Band) ; MFL (Band); In tramurals 11, 12; Wesleyan Honor Band 11, 12; Hastings Honor Band 11, 12; All-State Band 11 ; Orchestra 12 ; Lincoln Youth. Symphony 11, 12.

Mary Zietlow. Speech 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 10; Drama Club 10 , 11, 12;ITS 11, 12;EastGuard 10; French Club 10.

The end of high school celebration began long before May 17 for many seniors, and Mary Zietlow was no exception

Barb Zach. Honor Roll 10, 11, 12; National Honor Society; International Club 10, 12.

Abbreviations: MFL-"My Fair Lady", IA-"Li'l Abner", TCIG-'The Corn is Green", IDSH'The Doctor in Spite of Himself', HCA-"Hans Christian Anderson", FP-"Feiffer's People", DL-"David and Lisa", TMWCD-'The Man Who Came to Dinner", BCC- "Back Country Crimes", TAN-'TheActor'sNightmare", and TDR-'The Dining Room."

Seniors Sound Off

Parting quotations

Grades?! Yuzlabob!! And Gordon said ,"! wouldn't shoot anybody", Hillcrest., "Oh, my nose!" DTI, "Where's 31 ?" Quayodlachoo! - Debbie Ahlquist

Pattymelt., windsurfing, Mr. Steak, hummingbird food, McDonalds breakfast., Scott you've taken your studying too far. - Joe Albin

Sticks and stones may break your bones, and so will a motorcycle!! P. S. "Jamie, I Love You!!" - Dave Allen •

"Kid Dewey!" Up and down river out of control with L.S., D.A., P.T. and the boys. "I lift weights." Jellyfish. "Watch out, inexperienced skier on your right.." - Sue Andersen

Lori Svendsen, ski radical, Whose Big Mac is this?, The Seventh! - Trent Anderson

BAF County, "Gee, there's the entrance right there!", broken sunglasses, strapless purses, green kool-aid, For-Sale Signs, "Where's Mark at?", DTI, Q Bert and Vernie - Christi Ant.czak

All-star wrestling in the hall, The Bug, A.C.M., "Beaver", "Ernie" , "Rambis", ''That's jerryrigged", "No way this'll never work!" - Kenny Apel

Skidmark, Skidna, Squid, Snyda, Squidna, holes, no - I do not have a moustache! Shazam, bushwacked with KS., The Closet Club, talking in the nursery. - Sydna Armstrong

George T, Cheryl, labels, shorts, Reeb , refrigerator priorities, M.P., seatbelts, Party Room. - Tony Arndt

Five in a closet And the crepe paper ( thank you much) needs frosting. - Jana Arnold

Hoyas, P.M.S. Blade and Stoehr, mustard juice, Britain's #l guy, Chris, Sauced and Osspuls, busted window. - Jon Backencamp

Bear, Gnomehead, schlibe, Steamboat ( condo and Ryan running back and forth), Vail, ow e ns baseball games, kidnapping for Stu Co (bye, thanks , thanks), I Love You Weeze! - Heidi Barry

Bikini pool parties, "I'm out of here", "Chill", Kerry-"seriously, no seriously!" , J.T.P.F., Hawaii, Hamilton-"Little Lizard", strawberries , driving around and getting lost, "Eye-Tie" - Melissa Bartels

Odie 1..2 3 4, Blue Bomber, Staff parking sign, buzz skiing, 39%, Holmes, Damn Baby , Hobie Cat, Hey Bud, Pepe Lopez - Steve Bartels

"Later" - Doug Bauch

"Good deal", "Gotta go ", "Good lookin' boys ' ' , N.W.U. parties, giving phone numbers, Betsy and Bucky, pink, Ted and Wally's, and good ole' Val. -Anita Beck

8th and Main, Adams NE (LS, MF, SK), road trips canoeing, fuchsia trombone, sunburns, tireswing, city parks, summer nights, Annie, Hillcrest Parking Lot, D.C. with J.F. - Anne Best

"Utah or Bust"- I might as well go to Utah- 'cause I'll never get the bust! - Colleen Blad

Bananaman, Thanks band, girls, and Rudy get some glass backboards - Jan-ett Bod.field

Craps, Osspuls, one silver bullet, camping, about • six o'clock at B's. - Tom Boohar

"It moves!" Gussy, Shel, "So I'm a Spaz!", Don't touch my car! Five tenths of a second, K. C. Relax!

-Michelle Booth

"Let's blow this taco stand!" - Bryan Bopp

School is Weak.·- Theresa A. Borer

Now what am I supposed to do? - Kathy Borman

Come on, come on, come on and go! Bothy - Boo, musi, CSU Rams, Lunch riots by the windows. Mellow out! I'm not really short Cory ome-eeeer!

-Kari Bothwell

When we come back for out class reunion, I hope I'm the only person who's not a failure. - Mark Boukather

I have a B-ball game at 8:00 so we better start slammin'. Blown chow for the "Boss", burritos, bean bag lizard, West Virginia - Steve Brugman

Riding the rapids of youth with eyes set above and beyond. - Dave Brummond

"Oh Well" and "Yea Right"," Major Tom is Coming Home", ''The Blues", Clinging to exterior of a moving motorized vechile. "Sick!" - Lori Bullerman

Ski Club, Hawaii, Fremont trips, bowling (both definitions), reckless driving, Church Ball, before Intramumls, Blade Domination, Lucky, Beating up the coupon thief, Renee - Blaine Burmeister

Burckie remember... orange pickups, one more freethrow, flash-lights, Frisco Jones, sophomore guys, Blue Genes, 2F1279, Que, Bungie, and Bikers. Best Friends, Reesz. - Patty Carnes

In honor of JWMS, she taught me everything I know, Woosh!!!, get a grip at a Greek study group, get high on a trumpet - V enu Chivukula

R-4BON,draftingexperience,DIO,PhoenixRules, goodbye to the graphics, Y.T.C., T.D.T.F., metallia. -Ttm Christensen

Helli-coppter, Sauced was robbed, camping at Memphis, DIO rules, shut-up Haun. - Roger Chopp

Mr. Moped, Sail car, I'd rather be flying an ultralight - Guntis Circenis

Good trips: '83 playoffs, Estes, L.A., New Orleans, Fayetteville, The Cornhusker. Bad trips: Fremont, North Platte - Duty, Honor, country - G.B.M., Acknowledge, Rambo!, Talk Johnny! - Dave Clare "Quabiabavotering!". - Cynthia Coleman

Blazer, Spaghetti sauce, K.A.H., junior su13:113:1er, after J.A.'s party, 7:30 practices, Mega c1:11smg, Mobile machine, Larry Tefts. - Wendy Collicott

C.C. Road Trips, Clinic,JermaineJackson. - Nancy Constance

On the Blade #l, "Linda.you know I meant short", "Sarah nice catch", "Shelly, You ripped me too much at the B-Ball Tourney.'' - Scott Cooper

Fremont trip, ski, "He ran into a whole lot of trouble!", Fuzzy Duck, Meadow Ghetto, Bodarions

• Hooters. - Tim Costello.

"I'm pass in' it to ya, Kathy!" Hillcrest Golf Course, "Let's do the Borwalk," Humiliation at Bob Devaney, Wi_hy are you staring? Angie the porno queen, 'Tm so embarrassed.'' - Dana Crandall

Osspuls #1, Fremont "Hey Willy", Come on Baby Do the locomotive, 7, Blade and Stoehr well. - Tim Crockett

Iced tea, no lemon, lots of ice- no McRibs, "Big Chill", always on time, CHILL OUT, Mark Mudd, Freedom, Enterprise, Whopper on face, Moui Mouigown. - Diane DeJonge

• "School's hellish as long as it' a weekend". - Todd Dennis

Shorts Reeb, Luau, "Serge", Chili Sauce! ExDemma's man. Fishy, fishy, fishy, fishy, where did the fishy go? - Andy Didrichsons

Fishhead, St.ring of pearls, when you get there, you'll be there, senior class: you rook mahvelous! - Inta Didrichsons •

Dig, Estephabetha, lizardbreath, #22 , "Don't tell anyone", Ishamomma, "Don't touch me!", stolen cat, road trips, strawberri e s, RAH-RAH.Stephanie Digman

Ghostbusters, art class argume , Tasmanian troubles, monsters, orange peels with D.P., benefit with S.P., K.K., M.B., lunch with Benji, Chadly, T.P., I. Design, J.R. escorts, Cross Country. - Tom Dingman

Ishamomma, strawberries, the pony, C.C road trips, "What's a wa-wa?" - Vicki Domina

Conservative swimming, T-Birds, Cougars, 501 Blues, PLPFT, 4th period lunch. - Tracy Douglass

"Drazzz", winning with the Blade, Trips with U2 and friends, Movie Nights, 5 inches taller in 11th, a cougar and a Spartan. - Dave Draus

S~nior Year: Time of your Life, huh kid? Thanks guys, thanks sis- I Love You, What time is it?, Who's the lovely lady-introduce us. - Tod Eastman

"Let's go golfing!". - Erik Eggland

Hot Tub, Blaine Burmeister, double blacks, RELAX, frozen strawberries. - Renee Elefsrud

Thanks Moss for Pass/Fail and 7th periods opens. Oh, good luck with new regulations next year. Have Fun.- Robyn Elefsrud

T.J H. So long "Fifi", Anyone for lunch? - Debbie Epp

Jaimie, Survivor, "Garg Green", skiing, conventions, Fremont, "Stephen"," MacReynolds", Scotland, No matter where you go there you are. - Scott Farber

Seniors sound off ______

Dr. Fitzsimmons M.D., sunroof, Cubs win, Kansas Jayhawks, Don't look back, Veni, vidi, vici. - Curtis Fitzsimmons

Fish head and the guys; Elmyra, doughnuts, Apollonaires, hockey at Showbiz, wench heads, Mozart's laugh, memories. - Mavis Fletcher

Let's do, TAC, KPT, EKO , BOSTON, Newport, tennis people, BBQof'84, I can't breathe, thanks Cliff, closet club, 166, 168 and 165A-you're great - Bridget Flynn

Black clothes forever, 427 4sp, 1973 Corvette Stingray, ''You '11 get over it", JJK, heavy metal rock. -Mike Foos

Don't say goodbye until you're gone - Dan Foreman

I was dropping back, I could see my receivers open for a split second then I was sacked again. I should have been fishing with Tim. - Mike Forsberg

Russ's Parking Lot, God, she ' s changed!, Gym team's cassette, (S.S.S.), The B.J. Canoe, But Dave? - Bruce Frogge

Basketball, applesauce, BU, Veneers, Special friends, Alliance, Homecoming, Nerds, Reese ' s Pieces, PHYS. - Amy Fuerst

It matters very little to me. - Kim Gaber Cowabunga!. - Amy Garwood

Some people say life is like a bowl of cherries, other people say it's like a never ending circle, but I know it's like a tire tread : - Rob Gibson

I.P.P and Igor's "hot Rod" pick up. - Michelle Gifford

You know I beat proud, because of toast, thanks for study halls, S C X ., shorts, and see ya at Branched Oak, B.I.L F.H - Brad Gilbertson

"What a long strange trip it's been." - Mark Graft

Special thanks to Sanders County Sheriffs Department. LETS CAMP!!, L.D.A.B L - Joel Grenemeier

"Deenie the Weenie", It's gonna blow-up, "For the longest time", Dipwad, The 3 "D's" and the Gmachine. - Deanne Godeker

Tim, Mike, Ching, Pete, Kristin, and Matt, thanks, you all made it special. See ya Pete; have fun next year ost, don't get to Osted. - Dave Groth

A good shy guy, road trips, Luau server, the power of a 460 tractor, got a taste of high country, Orient lover. - Grant Gunther

Giggles, RAH, bb, Texas, strawberries, clinic tape?!, #7 thanks! "Funness", Estephabetha, Vicki and her pony, Smile!!! - Beth Gutz

It's been hellish, but I'm ready to leave. - John Haldiman

Militize, Moose, John ' s mixers , "nice eyes" Where did everybody come from?T.O.M. - Todd Hallberg

Someone get Brett a couch!, biology field trips, Henga!, Sparrow, Ham, Candy man, go home boy, boy's bowling, Marvin K. Monney, will you please go now?. - Jon Hamilton. Ski Club, parties, tickets from parties, Fremont trips, fighting Schull, Lembrich's room, Melissa Bartels, and to everyone- if we get a chance, let's do it again. - Tom Hamilton

Special friends add joy and love to life Thanks Barb! JAC Club, Colorado, parks, J.B., LifE': cereal; are you really visiting? - Kristin Handeland

Road trips, "Let's Camp", bowling and jamball, Villager, Sauced, Pre-games, Powder-skiing, Buenos Dias Amigos. - Kurt Hansen

"Thank you" to everyone at East for being a great person and a good friend. - Sarah Harless

Pete, Ching, Matt, Dave, Mike, and Tim - Senior Studs, SKLOVA GLOBA. - Tim Harrington

Shank-Mobile, Mexican at the Boat, P S.M.; Wucky; Duck, Duc;k, Goose, Osspuls, Pre-games, Chunkbusters Room 222 Stillwater, Oklahoma, Thanks for the memories - Todd Hatton

Mr Tarleck- Chester - Terry Haun

Too little space and senioritis prohibits me from going on at length - Nancy Hayden Grand pukes, spewloops and syrupariptocrat The best of all possible worlds! - Doug Helm

Ellen, The Closet Club, U2, Herbert, D. L. and the S. B.'s and C. P.'s, BJCS. - Cathy Hemann "Mind control the easiest way, sponsored by the CIA." - Dave Hermance

Banana Guns, "Love them Hugs!", "Beef Jerky Time!", Hot-Tub, "Zuke!", "Slug- Bug", "Man, the life Jesus has given me will never die - I'm going for God!" - Mike Hitt

It's been real. It's been fun. Thank God it's over -Tonja Holder

What is there to do in Lincoln, Nebraska? - Scott Hollestelle

"Mr. Sapp, are you in a bad mood?", big muscles, "Lori, get in here!", B-men are wonderful. - Sandy Houser

JA.'sparty, Blazer,fire hydrant on New Years Eve, green kool-aid. - Debbie Howser

Following Bob to Chelsea's Pub dressed as a baseball player "The rumble is getting to me.", June 9, 1985. Panama. -Karen Hoyt "Uh." - David Hultst.rand

Never was the stud I thought I was. Steamroller. -Craig Imig

Irvin Assult Vehicle P S., "What kind of driver are you", P.K. and S.A., Watch out, Ralph bites!, Sneezing plants atARBY'S, "Stop signs with white trim are optional." - Brad Irvine

Smile. - Jenny Jacobs

"High School has been a stabbing experience " -Scott Janike

"Hi", on the Blade, hang down, I'm T.C., new coat, G. a F., pokin' fun, funness, errr a . ; The Natural 5 times. - Craig Jessen

It's a good day to burn,so get with it and succeed in the New World. - Matt Jewett

"Matt, Tim, Dave, and Mike, wow what a bunch of Dweebs!" - Chin~ Johnson

We, the Weenie Bandits, wonder "What's that for?" Put the pizza down and always wave when you see a cop because it'll be okay. See ya. - Joy Johnson

The slammers, better luck in Wahoo, Paul and Dave, see everyone in ten years. - Scott Johnson

Jackies Pranks, trading cars, Thanks Heidi, "are you sure your still not open" "See ya, thanks, see ya guys, by the way thanks!" - Kim Kardell

Some guys have all the luck, Barb, Prince live in concert, special words of thanks to my family and God-I would die for U. - Sophia Kazas

Nerd Day, "Ya know what I'm saying?", SBAE scrabble, "Holy Buckets!", Pine Patrol, Oatmealraisin cookies, 3-D's in the G-machine. - Deana Kechely

Everybody's a GUS, GROOVYl!!, Frogs, boosie the blues in E, time doesn't exist and will someone please tell me about what reality is? - Wes Kellev

"Let's go slammin". - Brad Kelley

"Let's go play", Hawaii, possessed elf, Melissafatmen on bikes, CJD , cleaning bathrooms, the Northwest game, strawberries. - Kerry Knaub

There's a curse on Bob Devaney's sound system, lost shoes, locked doors, sunburns, Winter Park, 8th and Main, marshmellows, and Cheerios.Stephanie Kubert

I'm proud to say the hardest hit I took all football season was from my own 280 pound teamate; thanks Kent Good luck juniors. - Tim Kuester Yulzebob, Bridgeport, parties, phagzophonoidism, friends, senioritis, and John. - Roni Lade,!ard Stillwater, "222", CURFEW CRASH, "The Blade", Peach, "Let's go Bowling!". Cavala Burm? Sterk, Does your uncle really own Lake Michigan? G.A. F "Chunkbusters". - Daryl Loos

You may not know it, but this is actually a cute senior quote in disguise! Where is my voice? Wooshm "Hi!-Lo!, Bvah!, Eye Yah! -Jean Lu Moths don't grow as big as butterflies because they only eat holes - Rob Luchtel

I do_n't mind! - Bruce Lundak

Steamboat, cheap lighter, "Jitterbug", State Wn;stling, The Heat is On, "Larva", L Y.L.A.S., laugh don't cry when thinking of Laura. - Laura Marron Whew party, Arny's parking lot, trips to Fremont, Pioneer's Park, MARVELOUS, Courtney - Pat McCashland

Chicago, Boston, Estes Park, "True", February 4, 1984, M.T., E R., G W. and me, R.E.M., climbing out windows, workouts?, The Closet Clµb, State, Why? " - Coleen McElhose

"These are a few of my favorite things": Bono, Sting, Celtics, Sound of Music, Carey Grant, Volleyball and my pals - Julie McMahon

Life is great, as long as it's 3:00 or a weekend. - Phil Mendoza

TB, chrome, weekend clothes, gnomes, "I love you, I know", gymnastics, Waverly, tune up - Melissa Meinecke

S.N., J.F., T.O - lunch at Sherri's house, Hey Kriswhat are you doing 4th period?, Laura M. I'm laughing at you, not crying, ScottH., BrettM.,John H.,- you're the best - Michelle Merwick "What a waste of time." - Chriss Miewald

Drugs do not mind your affect - Jeff Miller

When all is said and done, there's a lot more said than done. - Andy Miller

Jen, On the Blade, Ron B. Superior, Springsteen village, Ball, #1, High Life, you were great Varsity Cheerleaders and so was everyone else thanks! -Scott Miller

Porsche: There is no substitute, "Somf', "Henga", "Can I borrow your couch?", Lude, sunroof, "But Doc, my car isn't illegally parked!", "Hey Hallberg, let's fix my stereo " - Bret Millet

I will all my "sanity" to the guys at lunch. - Jill Mitchell

HAVE FUN! - Lorene Moore

Life wouldn't be happy without Mr. P. Achieve high standards. - Yolonda Moss

The Shadow, Hackey-sack at Holmes, "freebie", cringer, chigger-mobile, "range dinner", gymnasts video tape, sinking Hobie Cat, "Do you always keep lingerie in your glove compartme~t?" - Chris Muehling

J.D Who's he??- Eliza, your beautiful!! I would have been on time but.. - Eric Mullet I thank PSAB and East High for letting me finish mysenioryearatEast It was the best!-BarbNass "Rolled down any hills lately?", "Spool", "Are yo u serious?", "Oh, gross!", Ski Club, Sunday nights are massively hote, right crack and Hawaiian, Love ya OTT! - Sheri Neeman

Are you ready? Hey! - Debbie Nielson

Missing M.D., M.S., S.R. - Shawna Nims

"I'm just a murderer. Don 't be afraid. I only kill sparrows." Ah Man! - Elizabeth Nordhausen

"No, you can't put in that tape!" -Trevor Norland Plants and lights and *!, labels, Russ's parking lot, Orko, Duck Busters - David Norris

Fridays are for parties until 9:00 p.m. Thank you Linda, Kelley, Sheri, Barb, and Jackie. Steamboat, how is the closet? - Trisha Ochsner

I'm glad we had this time together; to laugh or sing a song , we just got started and now it's time to say-so long. - Mary Olsen

"Jazz is not dead, it just smells funny And as for music in general, there's still hope we'll get out of this dead-end we're in." P .S. Thank you everybody for making this year the greatest in my life. - Berti.I Ostlinger

Hey Chicago and North Park College: Here we come!! - Dena Pachucki

Words ofWisdom: Never do anything that you don't want to, need to, or have to do - Kelli Patrick

Are you ready? "Hey" - Shelley Perkins

Tee Pee, Nena 99 red balloo ns, the arena, Freta, Maul, I come from nowhere, Hillcrest 18th green, I wanna be a life guard, Hey Bubba - Tina Peters

Where am I going to hide it ?! Nate and Frank, ketchup at Mac's, frats. Life has no meaning without friends to love and share ·t with. - Cory Powell.

Okay Berg, we've been to Ficenic' s, cruises, Spachs, the store, and Kristi Lee's Get out your driver's license - Scott Preston

Bunny slope skiing accident, se eing animals at night, boys basketball games, roa d trips, car races, scenery, "Quad". - Cherie Quath u.mer

Sandy and Neat, "Now we don't h a ve to tell them we're in college." - Resa Reffert

Hey Gus, how about a quick lunch at the Yellow Sub? Ask me if I care! Thanks for everything! No, Nebraska is not that bad! - Kara Rice

(Riles) The Curfew Crash, Bingo, Sauced, Niner, Where's the Party, I'm Gumby damn it,Joe Friday, Homicide, 9fers, Always smooth, always potent, K. - Matt Riley

A.L.F.,H .L.B., A.L.S. thanks for Fri afternoons ( and Wed. afternoons) I'm having so much fun I can't handle it, Bye, Thanks, see ya!! - Susan Rooney

"Orange Subaru's never die!" - John Running

Whatever can go wrong, will go wrong!!, Inward and Gainer 2 1/2's. Morris and Jerome, nude breaking, the cars, kick-look-reach, L.W T .A.V.L., Expressions, Suffragettecity, the Specials. - Mike Schneider

Oh, pl-ease!!! - Amy Sedelmeier

4X4 Black Truck, stocker/checker at Hy-vee, friends, summer, key chain collecting, I believe in God. - David Sell

Intramurals, church ball, Limbo's-Marshals or Tom's sister's house, Coupon man lives, RRRANNDALL,Mr. Rip,partyoftheyear-byTom, wreckless man 8:1-d Mr. Lucky-B.B - Robb Shull

''Yasayya wanna take afield trip?Yea, Yea, Yea. I'm game by the way, we'll see ya (if you're lucky) ."

-Annette Sims

Skool kan help U Lum Sew pay AttenShun. Groovy! - Terry Skinner

Break dancing, rules, I'm giving lessons for 84.50 an hour, for an appointment call and ask for Sam Johnson. It's been fun, good luckJuniors! -James Sneddon

Who is Dave Starck. ? Bushwacked with S.A., hotdogs at McDonald's, 9 in an Escort C.H., boy's eye view, The Ideal Men, cat attack! Watch out-Ralph bites! - Kathy Snyder

Band ski trips, nice string of pearl s Spud, Hackey, road trips, girls in the band, The Cuzs. - Chris Solee

"Some 8 kings, henga, What! only 149.5 credits!!?"

( p.s. I learned a lot) - Bret Somerhiser

Side Double Hinge Theorem. - Bill Sorensen

I'm so excited! Animal, I got some ice cream, the xylophone playing in Memorial Stadium, and basketball with the sophomores. - Sarah Staples

Kathy who'? Jay, don't worry, it's natural. Jeff.Mary. Monday. Studying Pre-Cal with David Letterman. Yes , Kathy and I are still going out - David Starr.le

Dorm bathrooms are always nice to spend your Saturday nights in! S. A. you owe me one! Going up the river, IO.M.F, Hate to go! GOOD mrn!-Linda Stehly

Mickey Mouse, concerts! 'Parfiesat Grandollpas'. -Margie Stelling

Stuck in the "Big O", the green hornet, kidnapped on my 17th, Danny F.'s "Hee Hee, HAPPY!"

T.P.ing Mitchells, WOF, 4th period lunch, friends are friends forever. -Teresa Stephens

Spew King, Chunk Busters, room 222, Pre-game hol, hol, good luck in '86, merry x-mas to ya all. Thanks for the memories. - Ryan Sterkenburg

Do itNOW!Will I nevah , Deenie the Weenie.Jean Bean, Deanna Banana, Jellybean, 30 seconds on high or 2 hours on warm Don't play with fire

-Margaret Ann Stoddard

''Yes I'm Pete's sister", Henden Jenn, Potters Touch, North Park, Some WHERE over the rainbow , Creamers, VJ, "Oh Honey", withoutJesus I'd be nowhere. - Jennifer Sturdy

Trent Anderson, Kansas City, Vail.jail. New friends; summer practices, clinic-cheerobics. Miami, the "'e:venth.-? - Lori Svendsen

Bean, Dog, Agent and Controller of Moss, Steamboat, Beatles, dedication means everything, John 3 :16 - Pat Sweeney

"It's incredible,"TheSelleckBash with SADA and LS. ( crashing) down the river, Gertrude in 2nd gear while going 40 mph "Where's 31 county?" - Pam Tatro

Get in shape, try scrogercize, Life is seriously funny, beware of the sardonic comic - Glenn Taylor

"Where's my car, thanks Doc!" - Michelle Thompson

''Where's your couch, Millet?", 8 kings. - Darryl Thorne

It is b~tter by far, to remember the good and smile, than to remember the bad and be sad - Gary Tunberlake

Three "D's" pid the G-machine, TROUT, cruising, wine parties, "FortheLongestTime", "Infatuation", S.B.A.E.Scrabble, Virginia, yes Deana I know what you 're saying! - Dara Troutman

Beeker, Happy, Life-long member of the "Airball Club", Toyten Bankes, Cuily Hai, "Lethargic!", Road Trips, "Alley-oop Deana!", Christi, Barb,Joys ofYiddish, Basketball. -Tami Vanderbeek

Cruisin' in the hornet (screwdriver), D.Q cones, H.D. with Y/Y, Viva, The Cars with Land L, Mand A-footie balls, W-I-B-L-E, clinic-"Do the BorWalk!", frozen wet hair. - Lisa Vitello

Catchalaterbud. Best friends forever. Blue Gene's, Friso Jones, and the unforgettable PINK BANDANNA!- Kym VonBehren

Don't flick your avacado, McSpeak, Woosh, Ronish, "Sharon we're back", Sydna, stop that! When I wa& a sophomore, marching band was perfect - Shelly Wahl

S.P.D.: Pete shoots too much; The BRUG eory: #l : Gak's cousins apt; Omaha C's; married: Pete and Crock's sexual relations. - Bill Weed

You're ugly and your mother dresses you funny, spaghetti sauce, clinic, Borwalk , Alexander, weekend clothes, come on-everyone else does it!Donna Weidner

What a bog! And love ya, baby! - Lori Weis

Unt, Hoss; lame, personal protector of Dog, Sept 17, 1984, Hank was pleased. - Kent Wells

Henga! She's S.O .M.F able, can I borrow a dollar? I don't have any gas! This locker won't open. How long till we leave? - Greg Wendall

Sunday nights totally hot!! Body slam with Robb on Ski Club. Also crunch berries. Crack and Bear. New Years "83". My Pauley -Linda Weyand.

S.E. High, Thanksgiving Break, T.P, T.D., "Hi Bob!", Carsen, Chubby trout, trailridge, Go cry to your dad, John-john. - Susan West

The Pony Woman! "What do you use that for?" I can't feel my face! Icha mammal Frozen strawberries, "whatsa wa-wa?" Put the pizza down, "Weenie Bandits!" -Toni White

S.O.M.F., liquid lunch, "Hey dude let's party."

B.M W., Charger: there is no substitute. - David R. Wint.er

Quabiabavotering. - Gretchen Wood

Gee double you, vibrating mucus, UNL 84 x Sea of Red 85 = Hot: Here's going from 90 to 260, but last.. The Dancing Man-need we say more? -Greg Wright . Thanks Va for all the good times. Fnends forever C.H., A.B.,J.T.,M.W.S Thanks Pete! Hello and Goodbye 6th period. Take care Senio~··· ~ch for the stars. Hobidagee and Abadiah.- Kristin Yohe Barbie, the color red, VJ., "tennis anyone?", spending Guiding Light - Barb Zach

"So-long." - Mary Zietlow

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Ai>ollonaires. Front row: Robyn Elefsrud, K. Kawa, C. Butherus, and M. Fletcher. Second row:A. Desmond, D. Crandall, D. Weidner, S Kubert, W Collicott, K. Borman, C. Usher, and L. Vitello.

Varsity Cheerlead e rs. Front row : Leslie Christensen • K Knaub V Domina , and N Constance Second row: B Gutz, L. Sv~nson: Rene~ Elefsrud, Lisa Christens e n , and T. Peters. Third row: C. Blad, T. White,. and S. Digman.

Index A BC

Abbott, Chris 128

Abbott, Janice 128

Abels, Shane 148

Aberle, Barbara 158

Aberle, Krista 106,140

Adams, Carrie 168

Adamson,Angela44, 140,164

Adema, Kendra 168

Adema, Kristi 148

Aden, Dawn 70, 148

Agena, Andy 140

Agena, Julie 26, 148

Agena, Michael 168

Ahlquist, Dagmar 173, 174

Ahlquist, Deb 72, 74,128

Ait, Michele 128

Ako, Linda 140

Aksamit, David 168

Albin, Joe 128

Allen, Dave 128, 185

Allen, Toni 128

Allen, Trent 164

Allen, Trisha 148

Alonzo, Frank 108,148

Amack,Amy5

Amack, Matt 164

Ameismaier, Kirsten 140

Amend, Jenny 37, 140

Amend, Matt 158

Amirkhan, Kourosh 168

Amirkhan, Tavous 158

Ammom, Jamie 164

Anderson, Blake 168

Anderson, Collin 140

Andersen, Ken 148

Anderson, Laurie 168

Andersen, Sue 51, 128 ' Anderson, Trent 24,128

Ansorge, John 168

Antczak, Christi 71,112,128

Antczak, Lisa 148

Antczak, Stephanie 118,140

Anthes, Robert 140

Anthony, Kent 118, 119, 148

Apel, Kenny 128

Apollonaires 1, 4, 32, 8 1, 8 2

Armagost, Robert 174

Armstrong, Rich 158

Armstrong, Sydna 72, 89, 128

Arndt, Tony 128

Arndt, Ryan 158, 160

Arnold, Jana 76, 78, 128, 180

Arnold, Julie 70 148

Arnold, Melissa 148

Art Club

Arthur, Francis 174

Arthur, Jim 128

Artman, Darin 148

Artz, Matt 101,102,103,140

Artz, Tim 148

Asbjornson, Jane 148

Aschwege, Dave 148

Augustine, Mark 101,102,140

Averill, David 168

' Avey, Michael 148

Axinn, Elliott 164

Backencamp, Jon 26, 129

Backencamp, Mark 148

Bahr, David 164

Bahr, John 24, 72, 140

Baily, Carolyn 174

Bair, Cindy 5,36,37, 148

Bakula, Mark 102, 140

Balke, Beth 92,110,148,112

Banerjee, Juni 87,148

Barber, Julie 158

Barclay, Kris 148

Barclay, Nicole 168

Bard, Kathy 140

Bardsley, Kurk 164

Bardsley, Tonya 30

BamDance32

Barnes, Kendra 118, 148

Barnhardt, Steve 174

Barrentine, Saline 140

Barrett, Robert 112, 174

Barry,Ann 174

Barry, Christopher 164

Barry, Heidi 15, 24, 48, 68, 84, 180,129

Barry, Rachelle 168

Barry, Tanya 168

Bartels, Diane 174

Bartels, Melissa 92, 148, 129

Bartels, Michelle 24, 118

Bartels, Steve, 33, 129

Bartolome, Mark 103,119,148

Barton, Jason 158, 160

Barton, Pam 140

Bartunek, Kim 104, 106, 107

Batt, Kristin 158

Bauch, Doug 129

&uermeister, Jeff 158

Baum, Donna 174

Baumann,Jason 168

Bauman, Jenny 24, 118, 148

Beatty,Spencer158

Beavers, Kim 10, 11, 82, 89,140

Becher, Laura 168

Becher, Mark 148

Beck, Anita 68, 109, 129

Beckenbach, Robyn 118, 140

Becker, John 158, 164

Beckman, Michelle 148

Beckmann, Jerry 48, 49, 51, ., 177

Beckmann, Lori 30, 81,118,140

Beeson, Jan 174

Behrens, Mark 168

Behrens,Michael168

Belford, Michele 75, 148

Bender, Jeff 140

Bender, Mary 158

Benjamin, Jon 99, 148

Bennett, Brian 140 •

Benson, Kathy 140

Bergman, Bob 129

Bergman, Sue 158

Bernthal, Brad 164

Berryman,Jan 174

Best, Anne 80, 180, 129

Best, Paul 158

Bice, Darrin 28, 129

Bierhaus, Kristi 148

Bierhaus, Susan 140

Billue, Chrystal 168

Birdsall,Joni 37,140

Birky,Amy9

Birky, Erica 8, 9, 36, 37, 148

Bjorkman, Brent 158

Blackstock, Keli 158

Blad, Colleen 4, 82, 129

Blad, Kenneth 168

Boardman, Jim 129

Boardman, Janice 158

Boatman, Elizabeth 164

Bode, Mark 148

Bodfleld, Jarrett 129

Bogert, Marc 148

Boilesen, Jim 129

Bolen, Christy 140

Bolen, Matthew 164

Bolin, Derek 158

Bolles, Brenda 168

ReserveOieerleade rs.Frontrow: S.Deterding, K Beavers, S Miller, and T. Scherer. Second row: B. Schneider and S. Simpson.

Balke,Jennifer168

Ballinger, Ryan 119,148

Band72,73

Bolte, Lee 140 •

Boohar, Lisa 84, 148

Boohar, Tom 71 , 129, 115, 156

Boon, Brian 168

Booth, Michel e 129

Booth, Patrick 168

Bopp, Bryan 98 , 99 , 129

Borer, Therea 37

Borland, Cindee 140

Borland, Tom 129

Borland, Vicki 168

Borman, Kathy 1, 8, 37, 80 , 83, 129

Bomholdt:, Tracy 106,140

Bossert:, Michelle 140

Bothwell, Kari 39, 82, 129

Bothwell, Kelli 158

Boukather, Mark 101,129

Bowman, Traci 140

Boyd, Carlene 67, 148

Boyd,David

Boys' Basketball 117,118,214

Boys' Gymnastics 110, 111, 214

Boys' Swimming 112, 113

Boys'Tennis108,109

Braeman, Dave 158

Braden, Nicole 168

Brage, Angela 168

Brage, Deb 12, 140

Brase, Erin 158

Brauner, Christine 158

Breasseale, Lee 103, 148

Bredensteiner, Heidi 106, 140

Breed, Judy 174

Breeden, John 140

Brewster, Marilyn 174

Bre zenski, Steve 148

Bride , Carol 158

Bride, Kevin 164

Brietbarth, Kara 168

Brix, Garry 164

Brobst:, Brandilea 168

Brockman, Linda 174

Bromfield, Bill 11, 72,109,140

Brophy,Michael168

Brown, Chris 168

Brown, Dawn 164

Brown, Karin 14&

Brown, Stephanie 148

Brown, Terrence 94 , 95 , 164

Bruce, James 64, 158

Bruce, Mike 148

Bruce, Stacey 164

Bruce, Suzi 164

Bruhn, Kristin 164

Brugman, Steve 76, 108, 114, 115, 129,156

Brumbaugh, Kurt 158

Brummond, David 129

Brummond, Daniel 168

Brummond, Todd 37,148

Brunk, Don 140

Brunke, Doris 174

Bruns, Todd 57,148

Bryan, Rene 168

Bryant:, Mike 140

Bryant:, Shannon 168

Bryant:, Todd 140

Buchholz, Keith 101,140

Buehlmann, Eric 140

Buethe, Kris 32, 140

Bullennan, Lori 129, 134

Bullington, Brian 174, 119

Bumstead, Wendy 140, 112

Burkey, Carrie 158

Burkey, Tom 164

Burmeister, Blaine 24, 129

Burrow, David 28, 36, 37 , 90, 140

Bushing, Shannon 158

Buskey, Larry 64S

Buskey, Peggy 37,148

Butler, Marci 64, 168

Butler, Mary 174

B u siness Education 68, 69

Buskey, Andy 164

Buskey, Larry 164

Butcher, Debbie 140, 214

Butcher, Tammy 107, 118, 148

Butherus, Courtney 140

Byrd, Leslie 24, 25, 1 40

Byrd, Susan 70, 174

Caldwell, .oc.... ~

Caldwell , Heath e r 15~

Caldwell , Nico l e 1 68

Caldwe ll, T e r esa 159

Calvert:, Anita 148

Calve rt:, H e idi 129

Cann ey, E ll en 94,164

Canney, Mark 29, 140

Caporal e, Lee 140

Carbon,Christine159

Card, Allen 164

Carden, Cheryl 129

Carlin,-Jim 174

Carlmark, Brent 11 3 , 140

Carnes, Patty 112, 1 29

Carney, Ke n t 148

Carpenter, Chris 1 48

Carpenter, Jodi 1 59

Carr, John 159

Carter, Suzanne 1 40

Cass, Shannon 164

Cavale ri, Kyle 37, 159

Chaffin, Brian 58, 59

Chapin, Jennifer 168

Chartier, Jeff 26,148

1 Chase, Jeffrey 164

Chen, Robert 51, 61,140

Cheng, Patricia 164

Chivukula, Padma 112, 140

Chivukula, Venu 75, 128, 1 29

Chopp, Roger 129

Christensen, Leslie 82, 129

Christensen, Lisa 68, 129

Christensen, Rogene 174

Christensen, Tim 129

Churchill, Sharon 173, 174

Circenis, Guntis 129

Clare, Dave 32, 100, 101, 185

Clare, Mike 159

Clark, Alan 102, 140

Clark, Cathy 159

Clark, Janice 148

Clark, John 140

Clark, Stephen 164

Claus, Angela 168

ClQuston, Barb 78, 140

Cognard, Jennifer 36, 37, 148

Coleman, Cynthia 129

Coleman, ,Janet 174

Coleman, Katherine 37, 148

Collicott, Michelle 70, 148

Collicott:, Nancy 168

Collicott, Wendy 39, 80, 83

Colton, Brian 140

Colwell, Todd 164

Connett, Michele 1 68

Conroy, Joe 148

Cor my, John 130

Cou stance, Nancy 24, 6 7 , 68 , 83

Coo t< e, Juli 159

Cookston, Kathy 174

Cooper,Jamie 164

Cooper, Scott 130

Comer, Brian 168

Corum, Randy 140

Costello, Tim 101, 130

Courtright:, Maria 159

Covaul t:, Lisa 1 64

Cox, G eraldine 1 41 , 174

Cox,Jerome 1 74

Coyn e, Ge rry 99

Craiglow, Amy 164

Crandall , Dana 1 , 31, 32, 33, 130,180

F1ag Corps . Front row : s Wahl, D. God ecker , C Powe ll , M. Olsen, and s Vicary. S e cond Row: K. Bothwell, M. Boss e rt:, D Meyers , C. Carden, • Fre man, and M. Stoddard

Trap Shooting Club. Front Row: A. Spiek, R. Van Valkenburg , B. DeFord, J . Elwell , K. Plautz , N Stivers, J. Meye rs, C. Sch e nkle , K. Plautz, and J. Haldiman.

Future Physicians. Front Row: P. Gilfeather, B. Shipley, K. Ho. Back Row: J. Lu, S. Armstrong, A Woodward, D. Epp, and D Winter

Band. Front Row: H. Bredensteiner, J. Banerjee, A. Trimble, D Draus, J. Wunderlich, S Viessman, M. Roessler, A. Hunter Second Row: L. Kelly, D. Pachucki, J. Ficke , M. Olsen, P . Carnes, B. Ingram, S. Kleager, Y Moss, J. Lossing, M Schroer, S. Wahl, M. Speich, H. Koch , K. Von Behren. Third Row: M. Booth, J. Massengale, K. Bothwell, B. Tonniges, C. Smith, M. Ostdiek, B. Moser, P. 01..ivukula, K. Adema, C. Petri, E. Birky, B. Shipley, S. Wahl, S Stalcup. Fourth Row: J. Bahr, D. Lowrey, T. Douglass, K. Plautz, J. Shultz, C. Marotz,J. Sudduth,J. Holland, S. Gillian,J. Waldron, M.Avrey, B. Joseph, T. Shultz , K. Pederson, V. 01..ivukula, M. Willis, B. Henrichs, J. Goodwin, B. Rundquist, T. Smith, J. Land, T. Eastmasn, R. Klameth, B. Frogge,G .Taylor.FifthRow:J.Bodfield,S.Staples,G.Wright,D.Norris,T. Bruns,C.Schweitz e r,J.Zinnecker,M.Marti,D.Foreman,S.Kelley,R.Van Valkenburg, M. Ostdiek, Mr. Johnson, B. Schram, C. Bair, L. Bolte, B. Sorensen, E. Whitney, S Michaud, C. Solle, S. Bartels, and S Stempson.

Index

Orchestra. First Row: K. Coleman, J. Arnold, B. Thompson, S. Skold, C. Butherus,S.Emery,J.Witt,S.Mausbach.SecondRow:L.Kelly,J.Shop,G. Gunther S.Janike, J. Johnson, M. Belford, R. Ballinger, M. Collicott, D. Perantorti, J. Lu. Last Row: K. Surkan, C. Coleman, M. Larson, D. Ahlquist, J Peterson, D. Forman, J. Bodfield, A. Woodward , S. Roy, K. Ediger, D. Buklow, M. Saxena, D. Jelinek.

DEFG

Crew, Tom 148

Crimmins, Eric 51,141

Crimmins, Tod 159

Crisler, Curtis 168

Crist, Danny 159, 160

Crockett, Tim 115, 130, 156

Crockett, Tom 174

Cross Country 98, 99

Crutchfield, Jim 159

Curtis, Danny 141

Daigle, Steve 141

Daley, Bonnie 174

Dalton, Dan 130

Danico, Ryan 168

Dappen, Laura 109, 130

Dappen, Patti 159

Darlington, Julie 159

Darnell, Anna Belle 65, 174

Da Silva, Elizabeth 174

Daubert, Sara 45, 164, 165

Davis, Andy 159

Davis, Jason 164

Davis , Mars 168

Davis, Melissa 168

Davis, Mike 28, 141

Dean, Rodney 149

Debrestian,•Scott 168

DeBrown, Diane 141

DeBrown, Elyce 168

DECA68,69

DeCamp,Raquel130,141

DeCoster, Doug 164

Deffenbaugh, Nancy 104, 106

Deford, Bruce 141

DeJonge, Diane 68, 74,130

Delair, Dianne 168 •

DeLorme, Kim 126,141

Dennis,Andrea 15,141

Dennis, Darcy 159

Dennis, Todd 101, 130

Desmond, Angie 4, 9, 10, 71, 83 112,141

Deterding, Sara 82, 141

Detweiler, Joyce 174

Didrichsons, Andy 66, 130

Didrichsons, lnta 87, 130 •

Dieckman, Bill 103,119,149

Dieckman, Stacy 102,119,141

Digman, Sarah 13, 87, 149

Digman, Stephanie 32, 82, 85

Dingman, Tom 99, 131, 180

Dinkleman, Tim 109,149

Dittenber, Andrea 159, 168

Divis,Jan 174

Doan, Shirley 130,174

Dobbs, Lisa 130, 184

Dolezal, Kristine 159

Dolezal, Tom 149, 188

Doll.fins 92, 93

Domina, Vicki 80, 131, 185

Donelson, Doug 28, 29, 36, 37 141 '

Donnelson, Jennifer 149

Donohoe, Janet 36, 37, 38, 91, 130,131

Dorcak, Paul 141

Doty, Jenny 164

Doty, Kristin 141

Douglas, Justin 149

Douglass, Tracy 72, 131

Dowding, Brad 164

Dowding, Chris 131

Drama Club 90

Draper, Dave 56,102,141

Draus, David 131

Dress, Karen 70, 174, 177

Dubinsky, Greg 28, 36, 37, 51 112,141

Dubinsky, Jennifer 159

Duncombe, Heather 24, 86, 87

Durham, Shawn 168

Durst, Wes 174,177

Dworak, Channa 164

Dwornik, Cheryl 149

Dyke, Chris 24,109,141

Dyke, Jennifer 159

Dymacek, Myla 141

Dynek, Mark 164, 184. 185

Eastman, Tod 33, 111, 113, 131 Eheler, Spencer 149

Eberhardt, Darla 159

Eberly, Jenny 36,37,90, 112,141

Ebers, Shirley 173, 174

Ebors, Tony 159

Ediger, Kevin 72, 141

Edwards, Jason 159

Edwards, Ravera 174

Edwards, Rolf 109, 149 Eggers, Ryan 168

Eggland, Erik 108, 131

Eggland, Erin 159

Ejnfalt, Brian 118,119,141

Eisenbraun, Jon 168

Eisenbraun, Kimberly 164

Eldien, Tricia 168

Eldien, Ty 141

• Elefsrud, Renee 85, 104, 105, 131

Elefsrud, Richelle 44, 45, 64, 164

Elefsrud, Robyn 4, 32, 104, 105

Ellingson, Kristen 159

Ellingson,Jorgen 109,149

Elsberry, Brian 168

Elwell, Joel 149

Elwood, Karen 174

Embury, Scott 86, 103, 149

Emery, Sarah 149

Engberg,Paul 131

Engel,Jodi 74,141

Eno, Sarah 149

Epp, Debbie 131

Epp, Dianne 174

Eppert, Dave 110,111,174,214

Erickson, Anne 164

Erickson, Dale 164

Erickson, Kathy 13, 99,141

Erickson, Kevin 149

Erickson, Lynette 164

Erickson, Tracy 164

Erixson, Carolyn 141

Espestoyl, Kristin 112, 131, 132

Etzelmiller, Arjay 24, 115

Eubanks, Christian 164

Evans, Dave 121

Evans, Gary 142

Eyth, Laurie 149

Eyth, Robert 174, 177

Fairbanks, Terra 159

Falconer, Doug 149

Falconer, Jackie 14, 25, 131 Fall Play36

Fangman, Steve 103,149

Farber, Amy 95, 159, 163

Farber, Andy 159

Farber, Scott 36,37,39, 90, 131

Farrar, Lori 159

Father-Daughter Dance 30, 32

Faubel, Ross 34, 61, 69

Fedde, Matthew 168

Fedde, Mike 149

Fenster, Mike 164

Ferguson, Julie 14

Poyer, ,J Hayden, K. Schmidt, M. Zinsmaster.

Draus, Denise 89,118,119,141

Drent, Kimberly 164

Fish, Audrey 174

Fisher, Eugene 54, 131

Junior High Red Cros,-.. C. Solee, Mrs. Shuster, D. Bohlman, C. Tyrrell, S. Paste, N. Collicott, J. Volland, B. Rundquist, ,J.

Fitzke, Greg 149

Fitzsimmons, Blake 168

Fitzsimmons, Clark 109, 149

Fitzsimmons, Curt 131

Flag Corps 32, 81, 82

Flanagan, Don 174

Fleek, Ouistopher 164

Fleming, Greg 112, 113

Fletcher, Marcy 159

Fletcher, Mavis 4, 32, 83, 131

Fletcher, Scott 149

Florell, Scott 131

Flynn, Bridget 70, 131

Flynn, Jami 159

Foos, Cathie 118, 149

Foos, Frank 159

Foos, Michelle 131

Football 100, 101

Forch, Paul 115, 174, 177

Forde,Janet 174

Foreign Language 70

Foreman, Dan 131

Foreman, Nancy 37,149

Forensics 60, 61

Forker, Julia 57, 131, 180

Forsberg,Mike32,53, 100,101

Foster, Melissa 5, 149

Fought, Catherine 95, 164

Fox, Heather 168

Fox, Melinda 164

Fox, Mike 120, 121, 131

Fox, Tom 103,149

Frahm, Jeff 102

Frahm , Kristi 149

Fraley, Lance 103,120,150

Franklin,Les99,119,150

Frederick, Amy 45, 94, 159

Frederick, Jamie 164

Frederick, Kera 164

Frederick, Mark 98, 99, 118, 150

Fredrickson, Don 150, 174

Fremarek, Jeffrey 168

Frey, David 102

Frey, Jeanne 164

Fricke, Ouistine 131

Fricke, Julie 26, 72, 150

Froehlich, Mary 169

Frogge, Bruce 111,131

Fuerst, Amy 116, 131 Ftiller, Alison 131

Fuller, Amy 150

Fussell, Susan 159

Gabelman, Tobi 169

Gaber, Kim 109, 131

Gaber, Scott 150

Gaddis, Mike 150

Gale, Marc 164

Gamble, Cindie 36, 37. 90

Ganshorn,John 108, {09

Ganshorn, Roshelle 164

Gard.els, Toni 150

Gardner, Erin 151, 165

Gardner, Josh 48, 95, 158, 159

Garwood, Amy 4, 16, 131, 172, 130,214

Garwood, Kathryn 165

Gast, Rollie 174

Gates, Brian 131

Gavre, Roxanne 159

Gavre, Tony 150,169

Geier, Alison 169

Geis, Cheryl 142

George, Kent 40, 115, 131

German Club 70, 71

Gerstman, Jon 159

Gerstmann, Katherine 169

Gesell, Melody

Gibson, Audra 169

Gibson, Roderick 142

Gibson, Rob 131

Gibson, Rod 165

Gifford, Michelle 132

Gilbertson, Brad 108,132,180

Gilfeather, Pat 37

Gill, Derek 142

Gill, Deron 142

Gillan, Kathleen 169

Gillan, Sharon 150

Gillette, Steven 44, 165

Gillispie, Keely 165

_ Gillispie, Michelle 159

Gilroy, Helen 174

Girls' Basketball 117, 118

Girls' Gymnastics 110

Girls' Swim.ming 112, 113

Glaesemann, Jodene 70, 150

Glaesmann, Kurt 165

Glaser, Maureen 132

Glock, Scott 132

Godeker, Deanne 36, 37, 132

Goeglein, Tonya 150

Goertzen, Kim 14

Golden, Cindy 104,106,107

Golf109

Gonzales, Kirsten 107,150,214

Goochey, Ivan 17~

Goodwin, Jim 75, 113

Gosnell,Carrie157,169

Gosnell,Tammy150

Goss, Mike 132

Gottschalk, Anna 5, 24, 150

Grabau,James 165

Grandgenett, Amy 1150

Graves, Dave 102, 103

Graves, Mark 102,113,159

Gray, Jamie J 65

Gray, Karen 150

Gray, Lee 175

Green, Lance 101

Greeness, Barry 101, 132

Gregory, Marc 132,

Grenemeier, Joel 67, 72, 132

Grieves, Kristin 159

Griffin, Steven 150

Gross, Matt 109

Gross, Michelle 92,127, Groth, Dave 77, 132

Guild, Kristin 95, 159

Guilliatt, Mary 165

Guilliatt, Michelle 169

Guilliatt, Rick 159

Gunther, Gr!mt 132

Gunther, Sheryl 169

Gupta, Ashok 64, 165

Gutkin, Laura 45, 94, 165

Gutz, Beth 80, 81, 82,109,132

Gutz, Kristin 10, 13, 96, 97, 111,150

Gutz, SU7.,anne 165

Haberman, Lisa 150

Haessler, Marty 150

Haisch, Scott 115, 119, 150, 150

Hakel, Stephanie 159

Haldiman, Jason 169

Haldiman, John 120, 121, 132

Hale, Shelly 132

Hall, C Aaron 169

Hall, Jeff 103, 119, 150

Hallberg, Mark 101, 132

Hallberg, Todd 101,133

Hallgren, Jeff 150

Hamann, Charles 165

Hamer, Robyn 150

Hamilton, Jon 24, 133

Hamilton, Sonya 169

Hamilton, Tom 108, 133

Hammelmann, William 51

Singers. Frontrow:B. Henrichs, S. Wahl,J. Donohoe, T. Peters, K. Patrick, B. Lundak, and J. Grenemeier. Second row: C. Stephenson, K. Aberle, C. Usher, J. Youngscap, K. Goertzen, J. Engel, K. Erickson, L. Gammel, and S. Rooney. Third row: J. Amend, J. Ferguson, D. Crandall, C. Butherus, K. Yohe, J. Sturdy, L. Handy, B. Schneider, C. Potter, D. DeJonge, H. 1 Duncombe, K. Hoyt, Re. Elefsrud, and D. Brage. Fourth row: J. Zinnecker, S. Florell, T. Stephens, K. Bothwell, K. Handeland, E. Mullett, M. Olsen, S. Stewart, L. tehly, S. Andersen, D. Butcher, W. Collicot, G. Wood, D. Kechley, and C. Borland. Fifth row: S. Stempson, C. Harris, W. Gatliff, A. Best, A. Miller, K. Hansen, J. Forker, M. Hitt, S. Armstrong, B. Tonniges, J. Tridle, L. Kelly, and A. Reed Sixth row: B. Gilbertsen, J. Sneddon, S. Farber, W. Kelley, B. Ostlinger, J. Sharpee, C. Vogt, B. Hinrichs, B. Bromfield, R Hayden, T. Costello, M. Jewett, P. McCashland, T. l\euster, andB. Weed.

~e band. Front row: J. Reikenberg, S. Kelly, D. Johnson, C. Smith, J Land. Back row: G. Taylor, K. Pederson, T. Schultz, B. Joseph, B. Tonniges, S. Wahl, G. Wright, G. Gunther, J. Frahm.

Boys Bowling. First Row: G. Wright, K. Apel. Second Row: D. Winter, R. Gibson, ,J. Hamilton, B Irvine, , J. Waldron. Third Row: V. Ganshom, S Preston , G. Wendell,J. Skinner, B. Somerheiser, B. Kelly, C. IIolechek, B. Bopp, .M. Pardy.

DECA. Front row: H. Calvert, S. Harless, S. Carter, J. Falconer, L. Weyand, S. Neeman, S. Nims, and K. Kaura. Second row: D. Nielson, T. Knudson, S. Rockwell, B. Langemeier, D. DeBrown, N. Constance, P. Carnes, K. Von Behren, and M. Spealman. Third row: J. Hospodka, J. Moore, C. Haack, M. Bakula, A. Fuller, H. Barry, K. Kardell, M. Thompson, A. Best, and S. Rooney. Fourth row: D. Curtis, M. Harder, M.Ait, C. Svoboda, T. Hamilton, M.Bartels, W.Johnson,M.Rieker,D.DeJonge,J.lngram,T.Hermsmeyer, K. Erickson, and T. Eldien.

Index HIJKL

Hammer, Jill 5, 159 Handeland, Kristin 133 Handy, Leanne 133 Handy, Steven 165

Hanna, Charles 165 Hanna, Michelle 159 Hansen, Oui.stopher 165 Hansen, Kurt 101, 133 Hansen, Lois 43, 175 Hansen, Steve 108 Hanson, Craig 169 Harder, Kristin 159 Harder, Mark 28 Harless, Sarah 28,133 Harrington, Tim 20,101, 133 Harrington, Tyler 159

Harris, Carin 49

Harris, Jeff 150

Hart, Mike 32

Hartman, Amy 165

Hartman, Orris 107,118,150, Hartman, Nancy 173, 175 Harvey, Margaret 175

Hatton, Todd 18, 133

Haugland, Mark 133,141 Haun, Terry 133

Haverkamp, Kami 169 Hawaiian Dance 32

Hawkins, Christina 143

Hawkins, Mark 159

Hawkins, Randy 133

Hayden, John 99, 150, 159

Hayden, Marisa 133

Hayden, Nancy 133

Hayes, Merry 4, 76, 77, 133

Haynes, Becky 175

Hays, Ida 175 , Heckman, Oui.stopher 165

Hegedus, Mark 133

Heinzmann, Deb 44, 157, 159

Heinzmann, Greg 143

Heim, Rodney 175

Hellman, Jason 119, 169

Hellman, Jeff 150

Hellwege, Craig 120, 121, 174

Helm, Doug 101, 133, 172

Helm,John 165

Hemann, Cathy 8, 133

Hemsath, Linda 175

Henningssen, Sarah 169

Henrichs, Bob 26, 36, 37, 72

Henrichs, Wendy 18,159

Henry, John 175

Hergenrader, Tim

Hermance, Darla 94

Hermance, David 133

Hermsmeyer,Tish 10

Herzinger, Kurt 28

Hester, Brian 101,133

Hill, Julie 159

Hilligoss, Darrin

Hillman, Julie 159

Hilsabeck, Orris 103,118,119

Hilsa.l>E'..ck, Spencer 165

Hinkie, Jason 165

Hinkley, Matt 159

Hinricl S , Bob 36, 37, 38, 51, 61, 91, !12

Hiru ichs, David 90, 165

Hippard, Bran ~36, 37, 15G

Hirai, Lisa 165

Hiser, Krista 165

Hitt, Mike 48, 49, 74, 89, 133, 215

Hockemeier, Denise 169

Hocking, Kelley 165

Hoepker, Melinda 169

Hoff, Linda 175

Hoffman, Dennis 169

Hoffman, Nate 103,119, 15v

Hoffman, Tricia 159

Holder, Tonja 4, 26, 30, 50,133

Holechek, Orris 120, 121, 177

Holechek, Jim 175

Holle, Jess 160

Hollestelle, Lisa 37, 150

Hollestelle, Scott 4, 24, 97, 98, 133

Hollibaugh, Lon 150

Holmrui, Linda 133

Holzhey, Chuck 28

Homecoming 32

Hopkii r Doug 160

Hopoe, 3arbara 175

Hoppner, Jill 70, 150

Horwart, Chris 109, 150

Hospodka, John 27, 133

Houfek, Michelle 150

Houser, Sandy 67, 92, 133

Hovendick, Laurie 94, 163, 175

Howard, Holly 133

Howser, Debbie 133

Howser, .Jerry 103,119, lbv

Howser, Mtcltelle 160

Hoyt, Kare n 7 4, 133

Hubbard,1 1uis108,109

Hubbard, •~,usan 106, 116, 150

Hubenka, Bufile 160

Hubenka, Michael 169

Huber, Brian 113, 150 Hudson, Nicole 133

Hudson, Thomas 65, 157, 165

Hultstrand, David 133

Humphrey, Pat 46

Hunt, Orris 160

Hunt, Deirdre 118, 150

Hunt, Doug 84, 101, 150

Hunter, Anne 37, 150 Huss, Cliff 160 fJ11tchin!'-lln. Temmv 133

Ibsen, April 169

Ibsen, Jennifer 70, 133

Imig, Craig 133

Imig, Kevin 160

Ingram, Beth 133

Ingram, Jay 68

International Club 32

Intra.murals 122, 123 Irons, Jeff 150 Irvine, Brad 101, 134 Irvine. Mark 1 fi.C.

Jacobs, Cari-Lynn 169

Jacobs,Jenny68,134

Jahde, Julie 169

James, Brad 134, 180

James, Jeff 45

Jamison, Matt 160

Janike, Scott 35, 134 Janovy, John 160

Janssen, Tim 67, 175

Jarboe, Catherine 36,37, 150

Jaskolka, Eric 160

Jelinek, David 134

Jessen, Craig 18, 40, 130

Jessen, Shannon 165

Jewett, Kamala 160

Jewett, Matt 15, 24, 31, 32, 33 101,134

Jewett, Nalini 166

Jochum, Shannon 166

Johansen, Diane 166

Johansen, Mary 160, 169

Johnson, Amy 169

Johnson, Caryn 169

Johnson, Cheryl 175

Johnson, Ching 2, 24, 101, 134

Johnson, Cindy 112

Business Club. Front Row: L. Van Vleck, M. Rethwisch, K. Von Belu Gifford, J. Mitchell, and C. Skorohod. Back Row: A. Beck, T. Dough Godeker, J Jacobs, L. Moore.

Oracl e Staff. Back Row: C. Quathamer, J. Schaffer, S. West, D. Troutman, A. Etzelmiller, K. Martin, S. Miller, L. Caporelli, M. Hayes. Front Row: S. Brugman, S. Petty, T. Dingman, L. Byrd, D. Groth, L. Swanson,A. Makinson, T. Macy, and L. Salac.

Johnson, Duane 75

Johnson, Genelle 150

Johnson, Janis 175

Johnson, Jay 34, 79, 134

Johnson, Jeff 55, 150

Johnson, Jenny 150, 151

Johnson Jim 54

Johnson, Joy 24, 134, 180

Johnson, Scott 14, 134

Johnson, Wes 134

Johnson, Yvette 169

Johnston, Kristi 107, 118, 150

Johnston, Rob 134

Jolly, Chris 107, 118, 150

Jones, Ackland 134

Jcnes, Brian 109, 150

Jones, Michelle 160

Joseph, Brett 24

Jourrutlism 76, 77, 78, 79

Jung,Jill 166

Jung, Tim 160

Junior High 94, 95

Juranek, Scott 134

Kaldahl, Jeffrey 166

Kaldahl, Steven 170

Kaltenberger,Pat175

Kardell, Amy 45, 64, 166

Kardell, Kim 68, 135, 180

Kargo, Lisa 170

Karre, Steve 150

Kaser,Andrea 95,160

Kaser,John 65,160

Kaser, Lori 109, 135

Kassebaum, Allen 166

Kassebaum, Karen 150

Kastner, Brian 150

Kastner, Louisa 166

Kathe, Lisa 107,150 214

Katz, John 135

K mra, Kim 135

Kaura, Kerry 18, 83

Kazas, George 170

Kazas, Sophia 66, 135

Kazas, Stella 160

Kechely, Deana 30, 80, 116, 135

Kechely, James 44, 166

Keep, Marjorie 175

Kehler, Larry 151

Keiner, Jackie 135

Keith, Becky 151, 160

Keith, Scott 135

Keller, Brian 170

Kelley, Brad 92, 135

Kelley, Greg 103, 151

Kelley, Marie 175

Kelley,Samuel166

Kelley, Tim 160

Kelley, Wes 135,141

Kemble, Ed 175

Kerl, Jill 170

Kerns, Amy 135

Kerseyl Shannon 170

Kiner, Curt 102

King, Dan 98, 99

Kmg, Matthew 166

King, Michealla 170

Kingery, Eric 170

K.inru';ID.an, Brad 160

Kinnaman, Stephanie 166

Kinsey, Tara 166

Kirkland, Karie 160

Kirkland, Matt 24, 102

Kiser, John 151

Kisling, Jeff 134

Kissinger, Lance 121, 160

Kittell, Jim 18

Klameth,Gayl86,118,151

Klameth, Ross 151

Kleager, Kimberly 109, 160

Kleager, Stacie 143 "l

Knaub, Kerry 59, 99, 135

Knisley, Michelle 160

Knudson, Tracy 109

Koch, Heidi 170

Koehlmoos, Russell 160

Koenig, Monica 104, 105

Koenig, Flo 55, 175

Kohl, Jerome 175

Kolbe, Tom 151

Konen, Nancy 151

Korell, Melissa 170

Korte, Todd 160

Kowalke, Nicol 166

Krause, Tom 95, 160

Kmuter, Karl 170

Krieger, Carolyn 176

Krieger, Jim 151

Kroeger, Bart 103, 151

Kruger, Sandy 143

Kubert, Danny 45, 166

Kubert, Kerry 170

Kubert, Kimberly 170

Kubert, Tom 21, 102

Kubert, Stephanie 80, 83, 135

Kuenning, Sandra 166

Kuester, Tim 32, 42, 101, 135

Kuijvenhoven, Amy 151

Kuijvenhoven, Natalie 166

Ladegard, Chris 166

Ladegard, Roni 135

Lafond, Kelly 151

Lafond, Kiley 166

Laird, Jamie 112, 151

Lambert, Barb 176

Lamphear, Kay 176

Land, Jason 143

Landon, Chris 161

Lange, Angie 161

Langemeier, Beth 143

Lapin, Andrew 170

Lapin, Jefferey 166

Larsen, Charles 170

Larsen, Mike 151, 153

Larsen, Mitch 161

Larsen, Paul 166

Lavin, Andy 143

Lawlor, Pat 112, 113

Lay, John 143

Leber, Lori 166

Leber, Todd 151

Lee, Kevin 166

Lee, Tosca 161

Leedhig, Doyle 24, 135

Leeding,~ 161

Letholtz, Curt 135

Lefler, John 170

Lembrich, Tim 143

Lepore, Noelle 170

Lewis, DeNise 37,151

Lewis, Kori 151

Lewis, Steve 36, 37, 38, 39, 61, 112

Liberty,Jennifer 135,141,188

Lilja, Michael 151

Linderman, Jerome 31, 102

Linhard~ Erik 151

Lisee, Angel 26, 151

Livers, Cindy 99, 118, 151

Livers, Teresa 166

Loll, Mike 161

London, Chris 64

London, Trisha 170

Looby, Tammy 134

Loos,Daryll8,24,135

Loos, Kevin 166

Losh, Polly 176

Lossing, Jade 118, 151

Lowery, Denise 151

Lu,Jean 127,135

Lu, Lynn 2, 28, 166

staff. Front row: S.

Johnson, P. Tatro. Back row: J. Schaffer, L. Beckmann, L. Marron, S. Kruger, B. Schram, S. Petty.

Student Advisory Board. Front Row: H. Barry, W. Collicott, K. Beavers, D. Gill, M. Pardy, L. Saffer. Second Row: J. Johnson, D. DeBrown, T. Hermsmeyer, K. Kassebaum, C. Bolen, M. Bode, K. Barnes, J. Ban~rjee. TitirdRow:S.Miller,S.Patel,K.AdemaS.Digman, M.Roessler,R. Wmter, P. Gilfeathel", M. Butler, R. Rooney. Fourth Row: B. Hinrichs, D. Donelson, C.Vogt,S.Lewis,M.Zietlow.LastRow:A.Lisec,A.Reed,J.Solee,J.Janovy, C. Coleman, B. Shipley, G. Dubinsky, J. Cognard, K. Aberle.

Student Council. Front row: S. Digman, B. Henrichs, M. Willis, L. Miller, K. Johnston. Second row: M. Kirkland, K. Beavers, A. Makinson. Back row: H. Duncombe, B. Schneider,J.Johnson, C. Hartman, C. Petri, M. Plager, D. DeBrown.

Yearbook

Kubert,A. Weyand, C. Bolen, S. Skold andJ. Arnold. Second row: B. Flynn, K. Soukup, S. Siedband,J.

G ennan Club. Front Row: L. Ogren, S. Carter, C. Tomlinson. Middle Row: J. Peterson, A. Workman, J. Banerjee. Last Row: B. Hammelmann, J • Fricke, M. Larsen, D. Winter, C. Borland, A. Agena, C. Dyke.

International Club. Front Row: J. Johnson,J.Arnold, K Frahm, T. Siefkes, M. Saxeha, R. Winter, D. DeBrown, A. Sandy, A. Desmond. Second Row: P. Rogers, K. Aberle, A. Gottschalk, C. Usher, K Ho, K. Borman, A. Didrichsons. Third Row: S. Siedband, D. Lewis, S. Armstrong, C. Hemann,J. Ibsen, K. Schmidt, J. Keiner, C. McElhose, B. Flynn, D. Perantoni, D. Winter, N. Konen, A. Woodward. Last Row: T. Vanderbeek, B. Zach, M. Fletcher, I. Didrichsons, B. Gutz, C. Antczak, A. Fu~rst, L. Stehly, J. Agena, A. Workman, S.'Eno.

Index

MNOPQ

Luchtel, Rob 135

Luckens, Sarah 144

Lundak, Bruce 26, 87, 92,101

Lundstrom, Trevor 166

Luthans, Brett 113

Maat.sch, Jason 161

Maciejewski, Abby 166

Maciejewski, Leslie 151

Makovica, Brian 143

Makovica, Sandy 104

Macy, Barb 170

Macy, Jack 151

Macy, Tom 135

Madden, Tom 166

Madsen, Alysen 118, 151

Mahel, Scott 161

Mahrous, Tanya 166

Makinson, Ann 36, 37, 87, 143

Makovicka, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold

Makovicka, Brian 115, 156

Makovicka, Sandy 151

Mangrum, Omrmian 170

Marching Band 72, 73

Marker, Luella 176

Markle,Becky 161

Markle, Cindy 135

Marotz, Chris 103,151

Marotz, Joan 176

Marotz, Loy 162

Marron, Laura 135

Marsh, Corrine 135

Marshall, Kim 152

Marshall, Paul 24

Marshall, Tina 143

Marti, Marcelyn 112, 152

Martin, Kim 20, 67,106,143

Martin, Peter 170

Masek, Jim 102, 103, 143

Maser, Todd 152

Mason, Jeff 134, 135

Mason, Melanie 36, 37, 90, 135

Mason, Theresa 166

Massengale, Jennifer 107, 152

Massey,Andy 161

Massey, Tom 21, 102, 103, 143

Matthes, Marcella 176

Maul, Jeffrey 166 "

Mausbach, Heidi 166

Mausbach, Suzy 152

McCabe, Jeff 176

McCartney, Kelly 170

McCashland, Pat 135

McChesney, Pat 161

McClurkin, Joel 166

McConnell, Jim 98, 176, 177

McCutcheon,Randall 109,127, 172,173,176,177,214

McDonald, Dave 135

McElhose, Coleen 21, 42, 112

McElhose, Tara 127, 169, 170

McFarland, Brian 102, 143

McFarland, Carrie 37,143

McGinnis 176

McGowan, Dick 176, 177

McIntosh, David 144

McIntosh, Kristin 161

McKeiver, Daphne 161

McMahon, Catherine 170

McMahon, Dave 144

McMahon, Julie 104, 105, 135

McMahon, Kevin 64, 161

Mendoza, Lorraine 170

Mendoza, Phil 136

Meola, Tom 144

Merwick, Michelle 110, 136

Men, Cindy 144

Metcalf, Teri 33, 110, 152

Meyer, Jim 102,144

Meyers, Daine 144

Michael, Randy 136

Michaelsen, Michelle 170

Michaud, Hollie 170

Michaud, Shawn 144

Michaud, Todd 113,144

Michnick, Kathy 59

Miewald, Chris 136

Miller, Andy 136

Miller, Annette 170 Miller, Chad 166 Miller, Jeff 136 Miller, Jon 136

Miller,Lindsey21,87, 107,152 Miller, Mary 176

Miller, Mike 103152

Miller, Rachel 110, 161 Miller, Renee 144 Miller, Scott 85, 114, 115, 136, 188

Miller, Staci 80, 82, 144 Miller, Stephanie 161 Millet, Bret 136

Millet, Rene 49, 144 Minaer, Mike 152

Minor, Bill 54, 176 Mitchell, Beth 170 Mitchen; Eric 152 Mitchell, Jill 136

Moeller, Cameron 170

Moeller, Don 152

Moerer, Mike 152

Moessner, Melissa 170

Monnich, Brandon 161

Monnich, Heidi 170

Monsor, Tisha 161

Moody,Mike

Moon, Bonnie 176

Moore, Lorene 136 Moreland, Anita 144

Morgan, Dan 176, 177 Morris, Steve 102, 103 Morrissey, Mary 161

Moser, Bill 152

;Moss, Barbara 176 Moss, William 4, 176 Moss, Yolanda 4,136

Mota, Alan 170

Mota, Laurence 166

Muehling, Chris 111, 136

Muehling, Jeff 29, 98, 144

Meuhling, Matthew 166

Mulder, Daniel 166

Mullet, Eric 39, 98, 136 Mullin, Michael 170

Mullison, Tiffany 152

Mumby, Lynn 152

Musical 38, 39 Myers, Dwain 176

Nabb,Judi 161

Naber, April 161

Naber, Dawn 166

Namuth, Elizabeth 170

Nash, Traci 106,118,152

Nass, Barbara 121,136

Neal, Joe 161

Neeman, Sheri 14, 34, 137

French Club. Front Row: A. Didrichsons, D. Sell, G. Taylorn. Second Row: D. Perantoni, L. Hollestelle, s: Siedband, L. Svendson, R. Winter Third Row: P. Rogers, S. Brown, L. Spomer, T. Peters, D. Ahlquist. Fourth Row: M. Bode, P. Buskey, C. Sell, ~ - Woito, K. Surkan, S. Rooney, J.

L. Whitten, K. Schmidt, A. Desmond, D. Crandall .

McMullen, Bridget 112,161

McMullen, Rob 113,152

McPherren, Ed 119, 176

Meinecke, Melissa 110,135

Meints, Jody 161

~ellen, Gregg 152

Nelson, Don 152

Nelson, Terry 152

Nemeth, Scott 152

Neumayer, Matt 65, 161

Nguyen, Hung 137 Nickel, David 103, 152

Keiner, A. Woodward, J. Ibsen. Fifth Row: R. Faubel, A. Makinson, M. Pardy, B. Flynn, A. Lisee, K. Aberle, A. Sandy, K. Borman, M. Willnerd,

Nickel, Jim 137

ickol, David 170

Nickol, Devin 161

Nielsen, Barb 161

Nielson, Debbie 137

Nims, Shawna 137

Nitz, Holly 170

Nixon, Lisa 144

Norden, Jaime 170

Nordhausen, Elizabeth 137

Norland, Trevor 137

Norris, Dave 137

Norstum, Mark 170

North, Bill 176, 177

Novak, Mary 170

Ochsner, Trisha 137

Oehlerking, Myron 104, 105 107,176

Oestmann, Ryan 137

Ogbom,Ann 170

Ogborn, Liz 107,152,214

Oglevie, Brian 152

Ogren, Laura 144

O'Hanlon, Tim 103,119,152

Ohler, Scott 166

Ohs, Cortney 161

Oler, David 152

Olesen, Grea 144

Olesen, Jeff 144

Olive, Marcia 144

Oliver, Mike 166

Oliverius, Doug 170

Oliverius, Greg 161

Olsen, David 25 , 152

Olsen, Kelley 120,121,144

Olsen, Kevin 166

Olsen, Mary 10, 36, 37, 79, 90, 137

Olson, Brian 144

Olson, Carolyn 161

Olson, Kim 166

Olson, Michael 170

Orchestra 73

Orton, Jason 166

Osborne, Gary 152

Ostdiek, Dan 102,152

Ostdiek, Mike 137

Ostenneier, Lisa 95 , 166

Ostlinger, Bertil 132,137

Oswald, Kim 161

Oswald, Scott 102, 120 , 121

Owen, Amy 166

Owen, Gregg 103,152

Owen, Micheal 170

Pachucki, Dena 137

Pachucki, Kenneth 17, 166

Palmer, Lana 152

Palmer, Lynette 151

Palmer, Becky 19, 152

Pardy, Matt 51,109,144

Pate, Sarah 166

Patel, Sejal 170

Patrick, Kelli 137

Patrick, Tom 152

Paullin, Sandra 166

Paxson, Richard 176

Payne, Deb 176

Pearce, Dorothy 176

Pearce,Jayme 161

Pearce, John 15, 137

Pearson, Stacy 170

Pearson, Tyler 166

Pederson, Kirth 17, 75

Peirce, Amy 166

Penner, Leona 176, 177

Perantoni, Debbie 85, 152

Perantoni, Kristen 166

Perdew, Jeff 170

Perdew, Stephanie 161

Perkins, Malia 170

Perkins, Shelly 137

Perry, Matt 170

Peters, Dave 113

Peters, James 113, 152

Peters, Jennifer 92,104, 144

Peters, Susan 176

Peters, Tina 17, 39,87, 112,137

Petersen, Jackie 137

Peterson, Carrie 170

Peterson, Dave 152

Peterson, Greg 103,119,152

Peterson, Jamie 144

Peterson,Jon 36, 37, 38, 74,176

Peterson, Monique 144

Peterson, Steve 114, 115, 137

Petri, Cara 26, 106, 118,152

Petri, Richard 176

Petty, Steve 28, 77, 144

Pfeil, Ryan 161

Pfeil, Trent 152

Pickering, Tracey 118, 144

Pierce, Steve 43, 71, 176

Pike, Pete 103,152

Pike, Shannon 161

Pittman, Renee 166

Plager, Monica 144

Plautz, Kenneth 37, 72

Plautz, Kevin 37, 152

Pocras, Annie 144

Pollick, Dave 152

Pond, Kevin 170

Poppe,Lindall8,119,144

Portz, Jim 55, 137

Poteet, Dan 170

Potter, Cindy 18

Powell, Cory 37, 137

Powell, Kathy 166

Poyer, Jennifer 7, 166

Poyer, Kristi 144

Pralle, Mary 161

Preston, Scott 137

Price, Lauren 152

Price, Jon 137

Priess, Carrie 166

Pritchard, Shanna 161

Pruess, Cameron 55

Pruess, Carleen 137

Puls, Michelle 167

Putens, Erik 167

Putens, Matt 170

Quathamu, Cheri 77, 137

Rademacher, Don 176

Raikes, Heather 44, 170, 161

Randall, Jeff 137

Rapp,Jay 144

Rath, Sean 152

Rathbun, Tim 152

Ray, James 170

Redwine, M. 110

Reece, Mary 144

Reed, Alyssa 24, 144

Reed, Kent 167

Reed, Paula 19, 71,152

Reeder, Gail 176

Reeves, Shawn 103, 152

Reffert, Resa 92,104,137

Reichmuth, Joe 144

Reimers,Brent24,144

Rein, Todd 152

Reisher, Thomas 167

Reserve Basketball 116,117

Reserve Cheerleaders 82

Reserve Football 102,103

Reserve Volleybal.1107

Rethmeier, Heidi 118, 152

Rexroad, Marc 152

S Farber, M. Zietlow, C. Scott, J. Eberly, J. Birdsall, D. Shickell. Fourth Row: B. Hinrichs, D. Donnelson, C. Gamble.

Drama Club. Front Row: C. Gamble, M. Mason, D. Burrow, J . Birdsall, S. Smith,J.Donohoe,D.Lewis,J.Eberly.SecondRow:S.Kazas, C. Jarbee , B. Hinrichs, P. Buskey, K. Surkan, M. Roessler, S. Farber, P. Gilfeather, C. Scott. E. Burkey, D. Shickell .

• ~nish Club. Front Row : B. Roger, L. Zlab, S. Viessman, ,J. Massengale, K. Harder, H. Duncombe, J Peterson, Mrs. Byrd, K. Kassebaum. Second Row: L. Salac, L. Kelly, D Bolin, A. Frederick, P. Surkan, ,J. Siedband, ,J. Carpenter, M. Gesell Last Row: L. Caporelli, .J. Land, T. Gilbertc.,on, ,J. Ringgenberg, S. Prichard, J. Hoppn e r, M. Collicott, S. Stalcup, G :_Jleinzmann.

International Thespians Society. Fr6nt Row: S. Lewis, G. Dubinsky. Second Row: B. Hinrichs, S. Smith, J. Donohoe, M Mason. Third Row: D. Burrow,

Junior High Student Council. Front Row: K. Scott,A. Farber, G. Vitello, J. Shadley, B. Bemtnal, T .J. Hudson. Second Row: T. Krause, J. Gardner A Kaser, C. Usher, K. Ibsen, A. Owen, A. Raikes, L. Hovendick. Back Row; K: Wildman, T. Eldein, C. Larsen, and W. Zink.

Illusions. Front Row: L. Gutkin, A. Farber, E. Brahsley, K. Stolley, J. Volland. Second Row: J. Ruth, A. Harman, C. Jewett, K. Clark, C. Burkey. Back Row: K. Stauffer, B. Nielsen

Rhoades, Candace 167

Rice, Kara 137

Riddell, Cory 25

Riekenberg, Jeff 144

Rieker, Mike 144

Rigg, Jim 161

Riley, Matt 137

Riley, Sarah 161

Riner, Kelli 161

Ring, Kristin 170

Ringgenberg, Jennifer 37, 152

Ripa, Travis 171

Ritter, Amy 171

Roberts, Brian 144

Roberts, Travis 167

Robertson, Dave 161

Robinett, Carlos 152

RobinSQn, Aaron 171

Robinson, Shannon 167

Rockwell, Sue 144

Roesler, Melissa 38, 84, 152

Rogero, Richard 167

Rogers, Barbara 161

Rogers, Patsy 32, 33, 37, 38, 84

Rogers, Tom 161

Roisum, Ronda 161

Rooney, Robin 161

Rooney, Susan 15, 17, 137

Roseland,Ann 97,110,152

Ross, Amy 167

Ross, Mike 108,119,152

Roy, Saswata 51,108,144

Rup.d, Leif 153

Ruff, Bertjamin 167

Rugh, Cheryl 171

Rugh, Gret 153

Rundquist, Brian 64, mi

Running, John 137

Ruth, Jennifer 161

Ruth, Mike 144

Ryan, Amy 144

Ryan, Scott 171

Sabean, Sam 167

Sackett, Cheryl 144

Saffer, Julie 18, 92 : 112, 144•

Saffer, Leigh 112, 161

Salac, Christina 171

Salac, Lynn 77,137

Salestrom, Darwin 24, 48, 49, 177

Salyards, Debbie 57, 176

Salzman, Jay 137

Salzman, Joleen 161

Sandberg, Tim 161

Sandy, Amy 24, 144

Sanford, Melissa 5,106,107,153

Sapp, Willie 67, 176

Sattler, Roxie 176

Saxena, Meera 153

Saxena, Samir 171

Saylor, Cheri 14

Schacher, Troy 171

Schaffer, Brad 153

Schaffer,Jim 77,176,177

Schaffer, Merri 24, 137

Scheffler, Stephanie 138

Schelert, Fred 177

Scherer, Leo 30, 32

Scherer, Tracey 30, 32, 82, 88

Schlegel, Jeff 138

Schildt, Candy 145

Schleich, Dave 153

Schmidt, Darrin 103, 153

Schmidt, Karla 153

Schmidt, Kristine 167

Schmidt, Toby 145

Schmidt, Tyler 171

Schneider, Buffy 4, 82, 145

Schneider, Cory 153

Schneider, Mark 37,113,153

Schneider, Mike 39, 111, 113

Schoch, Juan 153

Schomburg, Wayne 153

Scheurs,Amy 161

Schram, Brian 145

Schram, Steve 167

Schroeder, Micky 153

Schroer, Laura 161

Schrunk, Brian 161

Schuchart, Karen 138

Schutz, Amy 37, 153

Schuldt, Megan 171

Schull, Rob 108

Schultz, Julie 153

Schultz, Tim 75, 138

Schwalm, Fred 176

Schweiger, Daryl 171

Schweitzer, Craig 111, 153

Scott, Brian 167

Scott, Carol 36, 37,176

Scott, Kara-Jean 171

Scott, Kipp 167

Scott, Todd 138

Scott, Tracy 153

Seaman, Stephanie 167

Sedelmeier, Amy 138

Sell, Cindy 43, 145

Sell, Dave 43, 138

Semin, Jeff 115, 145, 156

Semin, Kelli 171

Semple, Kim 162

Sesow, Deborah 176

Severson, Lance 167

Shadley, Jennifer 167

Shahani, Robb 138

Shapiro, Jackie 153

Sharp, Mary 176

Sharp, Stephanie 171

Sharpee, Deborah ·167

Sharpee, Jeff 102, 216

Sheets, Rex 138

Sheldon, Leigh 145

Shickell, Derek 90

Shipley, Brooke 145

Shipley, Robert 167

Shipman, Scott 26, 118, 119

Shlien, Theodora 171

Shores, Rebecca 171

Shriner, Amy 30, 145

Shriner, Mark 171

Shull, Rob 138

Shuman, Pat 176

Shuster, Kitty 94, 176

Siedband, Julie 162

Siedband, Stephanie 112, 153

Siefkes, Tricia 70, 153

Simmons, Rob 162

Simmons, Ron 67, 102, 145

Sims, Annette 138

Simpson, Sue 19, 21, 82

Singers 74

Singleton, Robert 167

Sink, Bryan 171

Sink, Perry 153

Sis,Joe 176

Ski Club 88, 89

Skinner, Terry 138

~artan Singers. Front Row: N. Kuijvenhoven, P. Larsen, A Craiglow, M. Newmeyer. Second Row: S. Robinson, M. Dynek, S. Gutz, T. Colwell, A. Owen, T. Brown. Back Row: R. Watson, E. Gardner, D. Kubert,J. Meints, M. Bolen. •

Sch.mer, Kyle 167

Sch.mer, Sarah 171

Schmersal, Jami 171

Skinner, Tracey 153

Skienicka, Brice 153

Skold, Jason 162

Skold, Stacey 11, 19, 75, 78,145

Skorohod, Carotene 176

Smith, Brett 162

Smith, Cheryl 176

Smith, Craig 153

Smith, David 162

Smith, Jennifer 171

Smith, Kim 104, 106, 118, 153

Smith, Lori 145

Smith, Michele 44, 45, 167

Smith, Michelle 67

Smith, Sue 36, 37, 52, 90, 91, 172

Smith, Todd 110, 153

Smith, Tracey 92,145

Sneddon, Jamie 35, 89, 138

Sneddon, Kate 153

Snoberger, Rozanne 176

Snyder, Bob 154

Snyder, Kathy 138

Snyder, Sam 45, 162

Solbakkin, Katrin 132, 138

Solee, Chris 111, 138

Solee,Jennifer 167

Somerhalder, Sam 25, 43, 102, 154,156

Somerhalder, Scott 162

Somerhiser, Bret 138

Sophomore Basketball 118, 119

Sophomore Football 102, 103

Strasheim,Amy154

Strasheim,Ann 112

Strasheim, Mark 171

Streily, Jan 173, 177

Stroot, Ted 154

Stroh, Tiffany 19, 30, 71

Strohmyer, Kris 154

Stromberg, Sonya 171

Stuart, Dirk 162

Stuart, Jon 167

Student Advisory Board 85, 87

Student Council 84, 85, 86, 87, 162

Sudduth, John 120, 154

Sturdy,Jennifer38,73, 138

Surkan, Kim 36, 37 ,1 46

Surkan, Pam 162

Sutko, Chad 167

Svendsen, Lori 32, 53 71 82 83 138 ' ' ' '

Svoboda, Clint 138

Svo~ Holl ey 167

Swanson, Lori 67, 1 06

Swearengin, N e vin 162

Sweeney, Kevin 103, 154

Sweeney, Pat 138

Swing Choir 7 4

Switzer, Jim 154

Swope, Andrew 28

Sophomore Volleyball 107 Taber, Lisa 162

Sorensen, Bill 138 Taber, Made line 146

Sorensen, Sheri 154

Tambling , Mich elle 171

Soukup, Cathy 57 Tatro, Pam 11 2, 138

Spahn, Tim 102,176 Tavis, Richard 1 6 7

Spanish Club 70 Taylor, Aaron 167

Spealman, Mike 145 Taylor, Donna 162

Specht, Michele 154 Taylor, Gle nn 108,138

Speich, Andy 138 Templin, T amela 167

Spethman, Ruth 106, 107, 134 Tews, J e nnifer 171 Spirit Club 80, 81, 82 Thomas , Mike 154

Spirit Week 24, 25, 26, 27, 87 • Thompson, B ecky 118, 154

Spomer, Lisa 154 Thompson, B rian 162

Sprague, Mike 103, 154 Thompson, Michelle 34, 139 Sprague, Phil 177 Thompson, R on 139 Springer, Pat 55 Thomsen, D ave 162

Springsteen, Bruce 41 Thomson, Kerri 171

Spurlock, Eric 37 Thome , D arryl 12, 24, 25, 139 Stage Band 73, 7 4, 75 Tiangco, Mary 177

Stahly, Sandy 145 Ticknor, Kristin 64, 162

Stalcup, Scott 162 Tidball, Michael 171

Stalcup, Sharon 138 Tigeris, D ainis 162

Staples, Sarah 31, 73, 104, 138 Timberlake, Gary 97,110 , 111, Stark, Dave 138 Tindall, Dave Stark, Douglas 162 Tindall, SJiaron 162

Stauffer, John 145 Tomlinson, Cheryl 146

Stauffer, Kathy 162 Tonniges, Bret 39, 113

Steeves, Michelle 167 Townsend, Dina 154

Stehly, Linda 74, 138, 180 Townsend, Juli e 7, 167

Steider, Jannese 167 Travis, Matt 119 , 154

Stelling, Margie 138 Tremain, Vanessa 37, 151 , 154

Stempson, Scott 31, 42, 108 Tricker, Jenny 162 Stephen, Pat 177 Tridle, John 36,37

Stephens, Teresa 138 Trimble , Ann 9 2 , 188

Stephenson, Carol 74 Trimble, Jerry 1 77

Stephenson, Rob 145 Troester, Julie 1 71

Sterkenberg Kyle 167 Tropp, Holly 104,154

Sterkenberg: Ryan 15, 52, 138, 180 Troutman, Dara 36, 3 7, 80 , 139

Stems, Julie 154 Truax, Gerry 139

Stems, Randy 167 Truka, Jennifer 146

Stevenson, Sharon 154 Tucker, Janet 177

Stewart, Jeff 162 Turner, Amanda 154

Stewart, Sean 39,102,103 Tyrrell, Shawn 146

Stibal, Susan 171 Tyrrell, Colleen 167

Stivers, Nathan 146

Stivers, Rachel 107, 154

Stock, Andy 171

Stoddard, Margaret 138

Stolley, Kristin 167

Stortz, T. 113

Strove, Pat 162

Strange, Chris 18, 154

Ulmer, Kim 154

Unruh, Dawn 154

Unruh, Denise 3, 33

Upright, Andy 162

Urbauer, Stephen 167

Usher, Cassy 82, 83

Usher, Christina 95, 112, 162

Utecht, Christa 177

Valenti, John 24, 139

Van Valkenberg, 154

Van Vleck, Luella 177

Vallek, Stephanie 139

Van Deventer, Chad 139

Vance, Randall 171

V8:fldewege, Cory 162

Vande rbeek, Tami 139

Vanier, Scott 167

Varone , Tony 146

Varsity Cheerleaders 80, 82

Varsity Volleyball 104, 105

Vavra, Amy 154

Velder, Troy 120,162

Vellek, Nicki 88

Velleck, Stephanie 35

Vensky, Paul 14, 139

Vensky, Teresa 154

Venter, Michelle 163

Verhar, Mike 163

Vermeer, Jodi 104, 105, 139

Vermeer, Julie 104, 105, 139

Vicary, Paul 52, 98, 139, 180

Vicary, Susan 146

Viessman, Sandy 37, 154

Viessman, Tom 172

Vifquain, Jeff 163

Vigil, Frank 167

Vi tello, Gina 94, 95,163

Vite ll o, Lisa 83 , 139

Voge l ,Jamle 171

Vogt, Andrew 167

Vogt, Chris 37, 74

Volland, Jennifer 167

Vo n Behren, Kym 139

Vo nrotz , Joe 177

Wade , Scott 146

Wahl, Shelly 42, 53, 75, 139

Wahl, Suzy 42, 154

Waller, Kristin 67, 163

Walls, Scott 167

Walsh, Patrick 163

Walter, Erika 167

Walter, Matt 119, 154

Watermeier, Joel 154

Watson, David 146

Watson, Robert 167

Watt, Keith 134, 177

Weber, Brent 30, 139

Weed, Bill 114, 115, 139, 156

Weidner, Donna 24,110,139

Weis, Lori 139

Wells , Kentl00,101,139,214

Wendell, Greg 139

We ndt, Paul 146

Wenger, Bob 163

Wenzl, Dana 163

West, B rad 171

West, Susan 139

Westerberg, Brian 146

Weyand, Amy 26, 78, 92, 107, 154

Weyand, Linda 14,139

Wheaton, Pat 146

White , Alicia 171

White , Angela 85, 107,154,214

White , Christy 154

Whi te , Sean 24, 32, 120, 139

White, Steven 167

White, Tisha 167

White, Toni 82, 83, 139, 180

Whiteley, Brad 163

Whitney, Elizabeth 37,154

Whitten, Lara 154

Wible, Mike 102, 103

Wick.less, Matt 163

Wiebers, Marcia 132, 177

Wieters, Jeff 163

Wilco Brent 171

Wilder, Lori 163

Wildman, Katherine 167

Wilhelmy, Suzette 154

Willey, Steven 167

Williams, June 58, 59 , 177,214

Williams, Shelley 154

Williamson, Brock 171

Willis, Bob 177

Willis, Monte 26, 113, 154

Willnerd, Bryan 171

Willnerd, Michelle 28

Wilson, Cindy 18, 25, 86, 87, 112

Wilson, Donna 177

Wilson, Doug 177

Wilson, John 25, 32, 113

Wilson, Kandi 37,154

Wilson, Troy 24

Wink, Tamara 163

Winter, Dave 139

Winter, Diane 146

Winter, Rose 171

Winter, Ruth 70, 71, 163

Wissel, Jeni 146

Witfoth, Debbie 154

Witt, Joan 71, 154

Witte, Ron 109

Wittstruck, Scott 167

Witulski, L.B. 52, 139

Wobig, Scott 167

Wohlers, Carisa 163

Wohlers, Curt 171

Woito, Lisa 146

Wolcott, John 167

Wood, Brian 113, 171, 154

Wood, Darlene 163

Wood, Gretchen 89, 139

Wood, Merlanne 177

Wood, Wilbur 154,167

Woodhead, Eric 146

Woodring, Angela 171

Woodring, Scott 15,102

Woodward, Amy 146

Woodward, Gordon 146

Woodward, Lorraine 173, 177

Woodward, Matthew 163

Workman, Ann 146

Worster, Carissa 171

Worster, Cynthia 171

Woudenberg, Christine 1 71

Wrestling 120,121

Wright, Chris 163

Wright, Darren 163

Wright, Greg 21, 73, 139

Wunderlich, Janelle 146

Wurst, Lynn 167

Wurst, Scott 146

Yawn, Stacey 163

Yohe, Kristin 74,139

Yohe, Lynn 154

Yost, Michelle 146

Youker, Chris 113

Young, Coby 171

Young, Kim 171

Young, Lee 146

Young, Liberti 171

Young, Lynn 177

Youngscap, Julie 88, 112

Zach, Barb 52, 139

Zeece, Mike 120, 154

Zenner, Janet 177

Zentic, Lee 177

Zietlow, Mary 36, 37, 52, 61, 139

Zimmerman, Neal 177

Zink, Walter 171

Zinnecker,Joel31,39,74,216

Zinsmaster, Marcus 94, 167

Zollinger, Amy 15, 37, 71, 134

Zollinger, Jay 139

Zyburo, Candice 171

We Salute You

When all the tallies had been tabulated, it was clear that the Spartans were few in numbers indeed. With the help of the school board, however, we few Spartans were on our way to becoming the many.

In November, the board voted to make East an open school. Now, for the first time, any student in the city of Lincoln was free to attend East.

Another surprise was the sudden resignation of school superintendent Roger Clough after a two-year stint. Citing troubled relations with the board, Clough resigned after seeing the school district through a difficult time.

There were o~er changes afoot. The state legislature passed a new education bill which required students to attend school for 1,080 hours. The new law meant that Lincoln schools would have to adopt a new class schedule in the fall, one with the possibility of a longer school day.

But the school board did have one good change in store for younger East recruits. The board okayed a 84.6 million plan for refurbishing the school. The plan, which would be enacted over a four-year period, called for a new girls locker room, a three-story media center, and a computer center.

Other reasons to be proud came in the form ofpersonal accomplishments. Within the Spartan camp was the

Nebraska teacher of the year, speech and debate coach Randy McCutcheon; the winner of the Century III Leaders Competition and nationwide Arts Talent search, senior Amy Garwood; and the recipient of a Nebraska football scholarship, senior Kent Wells.

Student recruits joined together , to reap rewards, also. The senior high swing choir stunned the Northwest Missouri regional contestants by taking first place honors for the third straight year. The varsity boys basketball team kindled student spirit by winning the city championship, defeating top ranked Omaha Northwest and maintaining a high rating throughout fl?,e season.

Along with thejoys,however, came disappointment. The early retirement ofJune Williams marked the end of an 18 year em at East High. Her unique gift of making history come alive to students would certainly be missed, but her influence on the school's Greek traditions would be felt for years to come.

From the daring decision to open the school lines came the potential for anew kind of Spartan image to emerge in the immediate years to come. But, the vital roots of Spartan tradition, planted by people like Williams, would remain firmly intact. And all rested easy in knowing that the existence of the future enlisted would be patterned after the example set by THE FEW, THE PROUD, THE SPARTANS!

Sophomores Melissa Sanford, Lisa Kathe, Tammy Butcher, Kirsten Gonzales, Kristi Jo~st.on, and ~eta White return from a victorious game of volleyball.

Gymnastics coach Dave E~rt

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his high~ routine at l the st:B:te meet.

It took extra work for Mike Hitt to graduate with the senior class, as he was only in his second year of high school.

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Students found the cure for the winter blahs was as close as the ice on Holmes Lake.

Photos by Uncoln Jouroal and Steve Petty, -Sandy Kruger and <luiscy Bolen ·

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T be tally marks on the cover and throughout this yearbook represent the student population. There are six vertical rows of tallies, symbolizing the six grades of seventh through twelfth graders. 'The few, the proud, the Spartans' was chosen as the theme with the severely declining enrollment in mind