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into the 2000-2001 _ school year, whether this was your first year in high school or your last, one thing remained the same We are all a part of the same school. We are a student body, a group of friends, a family We represent our school each day of our lives in the things that we do and say. We write the story of East High School. We create the story of us
When you are old and gray the pages of this book will become your best memories of what used to be. This is a reference book and a history book. It is the story of your life that you and your friends created. What you do in these four years of high school will
decide what you do in the future. Whether you plan on going to Harvard and becoming a lawyer or going to Southeast Community College to get an associate' s degree, East will always be a part of your life story.
A s you go through this book, relive the history that we have made this year. Read the stories that you wrote and look at the pictures that you created. This year is a continuation of ~ what was and a beginning of what will be.
~~by: Sarah Wright~~
summers stretched out into forever. Now, as the summer comes to an end and it's time to .return to school, the one thing that makes returning almost bearable is the thought that you will get to see all of your friends who weren't around during the summer. You look forward to attending games and hanging out with your friends. That's what makes school so much fun, right?
This year, East students were as involved as ever. Over the summer, the boys basketball team went to Switzerland, soine Singers went to Europe, the girls basketball team went to Los Angeles, some soccer players went to Cuba, and many other students vacationed with families and friends.
When the school year started, East took on the job of building a Habitat for Humanity house, in front of the school for everyone to see. Also with the start of the school year came a new dress code, but that didn't stop people from trying new fashions, or continuing with the old.
The days of your life that are spent within the walls of East High will be some of the best. The friends that you make here will be a part of your life story forever, for they shape the person that you are and determine what you will become. So, treasure your time here and carry this story with you forever.
~~by: Sarah Wright~~
Dear Mom,
I am having so much fun in Europe! I am so glad that Dr. Pete Eklund invited the Singers group to come on the Midwest American Honor Choir Tour. So far we have been to France , England , Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Germany and Italy Tomorrow we are going to go to Austria It is such a hassle though because we have to change currency in every country We've been having singing concerts ir:i many of the places we have been It is all so gorgeous. Venice , Italy has been my favorite place so far. I would definitely want to do this again. I'll see you soon!
Love , Julie
Dear Everyone,
I'm here visiting family in Managua, Nicaragua, ri now. Its so much fun! I'm staying with my ins. ' for about a month. We've been going tot Ifs so different here. The laws aren't e so its a lot more unsafe. I usually co other year but lately I've been t • See you
Dear Mom,
I'm really enjoying Olten, Switzerland. We have been doing so well in the Swiss All Star Basketball Tournament. We split up into three teams and haven't lost a game yet, except when we had to play each other. I thought that the competition would be a lot harder, but it has been really easy so far. I would want to go on a trip like this again, but somewhere else, where there was more difficult competition. We've been doing a lot of sightseeing and shopping. I'll talk to you soon!
Mason Summer Trips
Jill Jank Lincoln, NE
Everyone Lincoln, NE
Marsha Znamenacek Lincoln, NE
Dear Mom,
Thank you so much for letting me come on this trip to Los Angeles. lrs so much fun! Our team has been doing really good in th J basketball tournament so far. I thought that it , would be more difficult, but we have won all o f our games. We play in the championship gam ( tomorrow. There are more than 40 teams here I think! I'm excited because we are going to go to Universal Studios, Hollywood, and to the beach. Our team has really grown closer on thi : trip! I miss you and I'll see you soon!
Love, Rachel
Dear Everyone , Camp Castaway is so much fun! This has been the most fun week of my life! There is so much to do Yesterday we went parasailing and kayaking. Tomorrow we're going to go rappelling All the girls in our cabin have grown so close to each other and we have all made so many new friends from other places. I wish this camp was longer than a week I want to do this again next summer!
See you soon, Jessica Donovan
Dear Everyone,
I'm here- in Vietnam visiting relatives Its sad coming back here because all the memories of when I lived here come rushing back to me. It took us ten years to be able to move to the United States, but I'm glad that we did. We're staying in Vietnam for about a month and a half Things are so much different here than they are there. There are so many more luxuries there. Well, I'll be back in about a month.
Tu Bui
any people say that they will be "friends until the en ," b not many people have stood by their rd. Senior Abbey Karr says that her best friend, Jen Birdsall, is a motivator through her faith.
"Her [Birdsall's] faith is what I value most about her," said Karr.
Faith also brought freshmen Jenna Knapp and Anna Wolf together. They learned a lot about each other when they attended Youth Quake, a Christian youth gathering in Omaha, in the summer of 2000. Kenny, a member of the Christian singing group Captive Free, helped the girls in their own faith journeys.
"Kenny is a really cool Christian, and he helped us in our friendship and faith," said Wolf.
Like many friends, seniors Chris Olson and Bryan Rosenberger met in kindergarten at Pyrtle Elementary School. Olson and Rosenberger have both played soccer since kindergarten, although they haven't always been on the same team.
'We were rivals in kindergarten!" said Olson and Rosenberger in unison.
In elementary school, Olson would go over to Rosenberger s house every day after school. Playing hand soccer, a game they made up, they knocked over lamps and picture frames in Rosenbergers living room. Not only did they get into a little trouble at home, but also at school.
"We were the troublemakers on the playground!" said Rosenberger.
Although they have many soccer memories together, one of their best memories is their trip to Colorado to visit Rosenbergers brother in the Air Force
Seniors Jen Birdsall and Abbey Karr have seen everything as friends,even who they thought was Cuba Gooding Jr. (Photo by: Katy Martin).
Academy. There they ate at Casa Bonitos, a family restaurant, and went to the Alpine Slide, but that got rained out. Both recall this trip as one of their favorites.
Birdsall and Karr have also taken many trips together, including trips to Branson, Maryville and Kansas City, MO, and New York City, NY. When Birdsall and Karr were in New York, Karr thought that she saw Cuba Gooding Jr. on the street. She was hysterical for about five minutes, until some ladies came up to her and said that he was the lead in the musical "Chicago."
"That was so embarrassing!" said Karr. Karr and Birdsall have known each other forever, literally. When Birdsall was four months old, she was a guest at Karrs baby shower. They didn't attend the same school until seventh grade, which often made it hard to see each other, yet the two have remained best friends.
Knapp and Wolf also met in kindergarten and played soccer together in elementary school. There was a point in time where they would alternate spending the night at each others houses every weekend. -In third grade, they got in a fight and didn't speak for three years.
"We hated each other!" said Knapp. They got over their differences in sixth grade and are best friends again.
Although many friends have had their small differences, these friends have stood by each other through the good times and the bad. Through their friendships, these students are role models to us all.
,v Story by: Katie Knapp ,v ,v
Though rivals in kindergarten, seniors Bryan Rosenberger and Chris Olson have overcome their differences and are now best friends.
Mostl 5 year olds spend their weekends hanging out with their friends. Not Ryan Durst. Even though he~s too young for a driver's license, Durst has won over 60 races with his sprint cars. Two to three times a week, Durst goes up against 4191111--•s some of the best sprint car drivers in the Nebraska area, including adults.
"I get a lot of respect from the older
Skateboards have been around for a long time, longer than some of our parents in fact. What started out as a fun mode of transportation was transformed by some daredevils into an extreme sport. Today, you can walk down the street and see people of all ages and sizes doing the same hard core moves. Ollies, toe flips, heel flips, and a handful
racers, but my friends think its weird and doesn't require any • talent, but it does," said Durst. Durst started racing when he was l l years old, but his dad has been involved wit r it the duration of Dursrs life.
"I grew up goin ~~ to races and it just kinda happened [tha t I started racing] . My mom is always worried, but my dad loves it," said Durst.
longer a cheap sport either. 1People used to be able to buy a board for under ten bucks, but now ... you've got to have it all! Decks, wheels; ball bearings and grip tape are a sure guarantee that your price tag is running up! For some people, though, its still cheaper than buying gas for a car.
" I ride a skateboard of oth~r tricks all require tons of because .... well ..... my car practice and Band-Aids. People blew up!" said senior skater try to perfect these cool tricks to Benji Vander Broek. the point of breaking bones So whatever the reason, and losin g teeth. skating looks cool, its intense, Skateboarding is no and chicks dig it!
The words binding, ollie, stomp pad, and dge may not mean much to most people, but to the ever growing population -of snowboarders, they define their sport. Once the sport of ."grungies," snowboarding is catching on in all groups, even among teachers.
"When I tell people I snowboard, I usually get a positive reaction, but sometimes a surprised one. I guess I don't look like your average snowboarder," said business teacher Dorann Johnston.
Ifs popularity is taking people away from more traditional sports, such as Skiing.
"Snowboarding looked more fun hon skiing, so I took lessons and then und out it was more fun," said senior
For senior Kevin Page, however, his inspiration to start was his friend.
"Justin Raikes snowboarded and it sounded like fun, so I tried it ond it was," Page said.
Fun is the key to this sport, but there are some dangers involved to be aware of.
"One of my friends was in a terrible accident with another boarder. She was knocked out and had broken both legs, arms, collar bone, bit through her lip, and had broken fingers. I learned never to run into anything bigger than myself and at such a high speed. It is important to be aware of what is happening around you," added Johnston.
~~All stories by: Beth Bryant~~ Extreme Sports
Marching band members practice staying in step during band camp (Photo by: Kim Rutledge).
Once again the time comes for summer to come to an end and school to begin. But for those who are in sports, band, and other school related activities coming to school means home sweet home for two lengthy weeks! The sticky, swea1y, tiring days of summerca p!
twas very warm and difficult to stay cool," said Chase Andersen, who tackled football camp this summer.
"People got very cranky because it was so hot," said Mike St. Germain, who spent his two weeks learning new music and a new show for marching band.
There's more to summer camp than the blazing heat, crankiness, and waking up at 8:00 a.m. every morning to be at school by 9:00 a.m. Summer camp is a chance for everyone to meet new people, learn new concepts and ideas, and to work hard as a team.
"You get a chance to hang out with all of your friends you have not seen most of the summer and meet new people on your squad," said Katie Shanahan, who was pepped up from cheerleading camp
"lrs the people. You can share and exchange ideas with other schools," said Melissa Lee, who attended a journalism camp.
These students learned leadership skills, were able to grasp information quickly, listen well, and get along with their fellow teammates.
\\ I learned leadership issues and problem solving in a social environment," said St. Germain.
\\ I realized that I learned a lot from other students that were at the same camp I was at, but I wish they would have given us more hands on experience," said Lee.
Summer camp can be more than just all work and no play, but unfortunately the weather affected the time they would have liked to spend playing around.
" I was outside in l 00 degree weather at best," said Shannon Keeler, who started her first year of marching band.
On the other hand not everyone was hot and swea1y!
\\ I had to walk outside in freezing, pouring rain from my dorm room across campus to the auditorium and I thought it was going to be hot the whole week, but it was kind of chilly," said Lee.
Overall how do these students work together without creating total chaos?
\\ We schedule sectionals, help each other out and if there is a problem we point it out so that we can fix it right away," said Keeler.
\\ Our team would meet every morning to lift, condition, and work together as a team," said Andersen.
Each team has their own way of working together, but overall, \\ an open-line of communication is the key as well as uni1y with your staff," said Lee. With all the hard work that is put in morning, noon, and night, Andersen would agree that,'' hard work does pay off!"
- -story by: Lyndsey Dee- -
Left: Reserve Cheers take a quick break for breakfast during cheerleading camp (Photo courtesy: Katie • Shanahan).
Below: Drumline performs a special show for parents during the band's "End-of.,, Band Camp" performance (Photo contributed by: Kim Rutledge).
Below left: Amy Nilson and Melissa Lee pose for the camera during Journalism camp (Photo courtesy: Amy Nilson).
Marching band members concentrate on keeping still at attention during band camp (Photo by: Kim Rutledge).
H bitat for Humanity is nothing new to Lincoln, but for E st High students it will be an experience they'll never forg t.
- Until September 26, 2000, all of this had been a dream of business teacher Laura Fraser. The planning started last February with the l 999-2000 DECA officer team. They wanted to start a major community service project that involved the whole school and would be visible to the entire community. What they chose, was an immense, time-consuming activity that would require a lot of teamwork. And teamwork is what they will get. Even though this project takes a lot of time and effort, Fraser is optimistic that it will be completed by the time students leave for winter break.
The cost of the project, including the 900 sq. ft. house, is $50,000. The Gallup Organization, one of Easts VIP partners, kicked off the project with a $10,000 donation.
Most Habitat homes have two to three bedrooms
on the first level, and sometimes, if the family is large, an additional bedroom in the basement.
"Habitat for Humanity promotes simple, decent housing, so the house will not be extravagant," said Fraser.
Even though the entire East student population is invited to participate in the build, a handful of professionals are needed to bring the house up to city building codes.
"We will need a plumber, heating and air person arid electrician. We are hoping to find certified volunteers for these jobs," said Fraser.
One way that DECA raised money was by placing cardboard house banks in the classrooms and other rooms in the school. Students and teachers were encouraged to help out their school and community b ' ' dropping their spare change into the banks.
- - Story by: Beth Bryant - -
Clothes, cars, stereos, hair, earrings, and even what type of watches people wear can be some of the biggest dilemmas teens' have today. Fashion is one of the biggest influences in teens' lives today; The s1yle of these things is constantly changing and the difference between past and present trends is amazing. No doubt, what is in style today could be out of s1yle by tomorrow.
Below: Cars have always been an important asset to the students of East (Photo courtesy: East archives).
The halls have always been a place to stop and chat with friends
Far
Years later , girls at East are till smiling. Juniors Christie Johnson and Kim and Katie Carnes show off the style of toda) (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Seniors Stefanie Burt and Coco Schrader model the trends of the year (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
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you solved your first math problem, colored yourfirst picture, and wrote yourfirst story. Now you are solving quadratic equations, learning a second language, and writing 10-page reports.
All of these things are now a part of your everyday life. You have gained the knowledge that it will take to achieve your goals and have conquered the fears that once kept you from reaching your dreams. This is all a part of the academic chapter of your life and these opportunities are the reasons that we attend this place called East High.
--by: Sarah Wrigh~--
It is the night before the big test and either you are cramming to get in all the facts or you are sleeping to make sure you are well rested in the morning. While cram- · ming is not the best of study habits, _ it is a popular choice.
"I just cram and hope to do well," said junior Sridhar Ayala.
Other students spend more time preparing for their exams. They review notes, get plenty of rest, eat a well-balanced breakfast, and try to focus on the material.
" I go over the practice test, study guides, and even go to the library for books to help me out," said junior Anna Pelton.
Others resort to memorization strategies.
"I have flashcards to make sure I do well on the exams," stated junior Chantel Amack.
Getting together to study for a test is another popular solution.
" I like group studying because you can quiz people and then they can quiz you back so it is very helpful," said Amack.
" Group studying helps you more, especially if they are really smart," laughed junior Anna Pelton.
No matter how well prepared they are, many students still fear the worst.
" I know that I am going to forget everything the moment I step into the testing room but, I am going to try to keep my self calm and know that I prepared myself the best I could," said junior Marisa Pont.
Why put in all the hard work for these brain-wrenching tests? For some, these exams will determine where they go to college. Still it's important to remember junior Ted Ashley's advice." Don't overstress and remember you have nothing to lose. You only have to gain the sense of knowing you did the best you could," said Ashley.
- - Story by: Lyndsey Dee - -
GUNSELI ACAR
TIM ADAMS
JESSICA ALEXAND E R
SAY ANN AH ALEXANDER
IBRAHIM ALI
CHANTEL AMACK
CHASE ANDERSEN
MARK ANDERSEN
ALICIA ANDERSON
LEE ARKADIEV
ASHLEY ARNDT
ELIZABETH ARUNSKI
MAGGIE ASHBY
TED ASHLEY
KYLE ATHERTON
SRIDHAR AYALA
CHRIS A YRISS
ANDYBAHM
TRAVIS BAHM
MANJEEV BAJWA
KIMBERLY BAKER
CHRISTIAN BARTH
ASHLEY BARTON
RJBATHURST
DA YID BEA VER
ADAMBENASH
LISA BENES
SCOTT BENNETf
JASON BEQUETTE
RANDY BERGHOLZ
JORDAN BERLIN
MOTOKI BESSHO
MARCBETI'IS
JENNY BLACK
KRISTEN BLACK
KATY BLAHA
KAREN BLOOMQUIST
NEIL BOBENHOUSE
JAMIE BOESCHE
MINDI BOETTCHER
JORDAN BONNETT
REGGIE BOUGGER
JESSE BOUWENS
MATTHEW BOZARTH
LEAH BREITBARTH
ANDREW BRENNFOERDER
MATTHEW BREWER
KRISTI BROUGHTON
ALLISON BROWN
MARC BROWN
MARK BUCKNER
TU BUI
MARSHALL BUNDE
DANIEL BURGETT
JONA THAN BURNHAM
BENJAMIN BUTLER
MAGGIE BUTTERMORE
MICAH CALDWELL
GABRIELACANTARERO
AMY CAREY
JASON CARLILE
MARK CARLSON
ASHLEY CARMAN
KA TIE CARNES
KIMBERLY CARNES
ANNA CARROLL
BRENT CHAMPION
ABBASCHANYOUR
MEGAN CHARKO
ALISSA CHAVEZ
ASHLEY CHRISTENSEN
JOHN CHRISTENSEN
JASON CHRISTMANN ·
JASON CLARK
MATT CLARKE
JESSICA CLEM
CHRIS CLIFFORD
JACKIE CLIFTON
CHRIS CLOWES
JAMES COLEMAN
LA TISHA COLLINS
JESSICA CONNELLY
NOLAN CONRADT
SPENCER CONRADT
DREW COOK
JEREMY COOK
DUSTIN COX
KALLIE CRAWFORD
MAHLONCROW
MEGAN CRUM
ROCKY CRUSE
CARLI CUNNINGHAM
ASHLEY DART
FELIX DAUM
HOLLY DAVIS
JENNIFER DA VIS
COLE DAVISON
KATIE DEAN
RACHAEL DEATON
ABIGAIL DELABARRE
ERIN DEMPSEY
ORION DIAZ
MATTHEW DICKEY
STEPHANIE DILWORTH
MARY DINGER
EMILY DIRKS
KAELA DITTMER
MANDY DITTMER
LINDSAY DOLEZAL
JESSICA DONOVAN
KRIS DOTSON
KALLY DULING
GIBBIE DUVAL
MELANIE DVORAK
DANIEL EARNEST
JASON EBERLY
DUNCAN EINSPAHR
JUSTIN ERICSON
KELLY ESPENSCHADE
TONY ESQUIVEL
BENJAMIN EV ANS
JACOB PANDERS
DAN A FARRAND
DYLAN FINK
ERIN FITZGERALD
AMANDA FLANAGAN
JEFF FLEMING
RY AN FLEMING
JESSIKA FLODMAN
INES FORTMEIER
ELIZABETH FOSNAUGH
BRITT ANY FRANKS
JAMIE FREEMAN
JESSICA FRERICHS
MICHA FULLERTON
CARLY FUSSELMAN
GREG GALE
JOEL GANZ
JON GAPP
ASHLEY GAREY
ASHLEY GARTHRIGHT
AMANDA GERTONSON
JESSICA GIBLER
DAVID GILLAN
NICOLE GILLESPIE
BREIT GOODSMAN
KANDYCE GRIFFIN
JESSICA GRITTON
BRADLEY GROSSCUP
KELLE GUDE
RUSLAN GULCHUK
TOM HALAMA
SHANNON HALL
GRETCHEN HAMILTON
ANDREW HANRATH
JENNY HANSEN
TIM HANSEN
JENNIFER HARBISON
CHRIS HARRIS
MELISSA HARRIS
ASHLEY HART
KAYLA HARVEY
LINDSEY HA YES
STACY HENDERSON
NATALIE HENDRICKSON
LISA HENDRIX
KRISTEN HENKE
TIMOTHY HERMANSON
MATTHEW HINKLEY
JUSTIN HOFFMAN
VERONICA HOFFMAN
JEREMY HOHENFELDT
ALEAH HOLDEN
BENJAMIN HOUSEL
KIMHOWARD
SARAH HRANAC
TIAOHUANG
BRADLEY HUDSON
CHRISTIAN HUEBNER
DAVID HUMM
MEGAN HUPPERT
Each year graduation requirements get more difficult. It seems that they add more classes that you have to take or more tests you have to pass in order to graduate. Like it or not, students have to deal with these requirements and worry about fitting classes in their schedule. For some students, their schedules are packed already, yet they still have more requirements to meet.
"The requirements aren't unreasonable or too difficult, but they do prevent me from taking any exploratories that I'm interested in," saidjunior Gina Schneider.
Schneider, like a lot of other upperclassmen, has already met most of her requirements. She's had a full schedule since her freshmen year, trying to get everything out of the way by her senior year. Most students won't have too many requirements left to worry about by the time they're seniors, but with all those required classes filling up their schedule, it's hard for students to fit in those classes that they are interested in.
"Most seniors take about four or five periods but I'm going to almost have a full schedule," saidjunior Leah Breitbarth, who has been in singing every year.
Students who ara involved in singing, band, or other non-required classes that fill up a period every year find it a lot more difficult to fit in required classes. A lot of these students will end up with full schedules through their senior year just to get the requirements met. Students say that they don't think the requirements will ease up anytime soon.
"With everything changing and all the technology, I think the requirements will continue to get harder for each graduating class," saidjunior Mahlon Crow.
SUSAN INGRAM
MANDI IRIONS
AMY JACOBSON
STEPHANIE JEDLICKA
KEITH JENSEN
FREDEJK JOHANSSON
BENJAMIN JOHNSON
CHRISTINA JOHNSON
KATE GERMER
- - Story by: Angie Kriefels - -
Ever since junior Stephanie Jones was a young child, music has been an important part of her life. She started singing with her family, and then began taking piano around the age of six.
"Music has always been around me," said Jones.
Jones practices piano every day for 30-45 minutes, and takes lessons. She used to be in a singing group with two friends in middle school. They sang at the 7 th Street Loft and at their church. Jones is now a member of Singers. In her free time, she plays the guitar.
Most high school students have trouble writing poems, let alone putting those words to original music. At the age of nine, Jones was reading a poem and thought about putting it to music. Because she can also play piano by ear, it was not very difficult for her to compose a song to fit the poem. Jones still composes her own music today.
"I think it is super cool that she composes her own music because she should pursue her dreams," said junior Kally Duling.
Music has not only been a release for Jones, but it also provides a way for her to meet people. Jones and her best friends, Emily Miller and Jenna Loughlin, became close through singing. Although she has met many interesting people through her interest in music, Jones says that friendship "all comes down to similarity in values and beliefs."
"Most of my friends like music or like to sing, and that is how we have gotten so close," said Jones. •
- - Story by:
Katie Knapp
- -
ERIC JOHNSON
Juniors
VINCENT JOHNSON
JURGENSEN
BRYCE KAHLE
KEVIN KAHLER
JUSTIN KALEMKIARIAN
LIZ KASPAR
BRANDI KAWAMOTO
PHIL KEEN
ERIN KELLER
QUINTON KELLY
DANIEL KESSLER
ALLEN KLUCK
CARA KNOLLENBERG
JOSLYN KNOPP
JUSTIN KOHLMAN
KATEKONGS
ASHLEY KOOP
CANDACE KORNFELD
ADAM KOVAR
MATIHEW KOZISEK
ANGIE KREIFELS
JASON KREIFELS
GAGE KRIEGER
KELLY KURTZER
ALI LAMBERT
ELIZABETH LAMER
BENJAMIN LARSON
JOSH LAUER
JAMES LAWRENCE
EMILY LEFLER
DAVID LEIGH
KENZIE LILLIE
NICHOLAS LIND
TONY LINTEL
NYACHINLOK
• MAITLOOS
BLAKE LOPER
STEW ART LOSEE
CHRIS LOYD
DEREK LYMAN
~FREDO MALIT
BRIAN MALONE
RACHEL MANIJAK
BRENNAN MAR
MARIANA MARCONDES
KIM MARTIN
COREY MARTINEZ
DILLON MASCHKA
BJ MASER
BRADLEY MASON
CLAYTON MASTERS
LINDSAY MATCZYSZYN
ALICIA MCCOWN
CAMERON MCDANIEL
NICOLE MCDONNELL
SAM MCKELVEY
PAT MCLAUGHLIN
JEFFREY MERCHANT
JEFF MERICLE
LILA MEYER
BRYCE MEYERS
JUDSON MICKLE
LIZ MIDDLETON
KRISTIN MILES
KATIE MILIUS
KELSEY MITCHELL
NICHOLAS MOLACEK
BRAD MORGAN
ASHLEY MORRISON
ANDY MORTENSEN
JOHNATHAN MURMAN
ANDREW MYERS
KEVIN NASH
TARA NEDDENRIEP
BRIAN NEEMANN
AKSEL NELSEN
KRISTIN NELSON
MARK NELSON
BRANDON NEWLAND
HANH NGUYEN
KYLE OLINGER
NATHAN OLSEN
DAVID OLSON
ERIN PALMER
JIM PALMER
FALLYN PAPPAS
TAUSHA PARPART
JULIE PEARSON
BILLPEGANS
MARK PEIRCE
Juniors
ANNA PELTON
MICAH PERSELL
MARK PETRO
ELIZABETH PFLUG
COREY PIERSOL
MARIE PIERSON
FREDDYPIKA
ERIC PILUS
ABBY PLACEK
NIKKI PLIES
TONY POLISHCHUK
MARISA PONT
DEREK POPP
ERICA POPPE
BRANDON POPPERT
RY AN POSPISIL
TIFF ANY PRAI
TREVORPRAI
JEFF PRICE
ANDREW PRIOR
RACHEL PURVIS
BRANDON RADKE
RYAN RADKE
KISHORERAO
PHILLIP RAPP
MARK RECKMEYER
RY AN REGELEAN
HEATHER REICHEL
LINDSE Y REINEKE
DARCI RICHARDSON
RICKY RICO
RICARDO RIOS
SARA ROSELAND
SEAN ROSS
SCOTT ROWLEY
MEG RUSSELL
KIM RUTLEDGE
CHRISSA SAMUELSON
LINDSEY SAND
NICK SA TILER
JOSHUA SCHEELE
ANDREA SCHEIBLHOFER
BEN SCHEYER
SONJA SCHINDLER
GINA SCHNEIDER
ASHLYNSCHNIEDERJANS
ALEXIS SCHREIBER
JENNY SEEFELD
MEGAN SEMKE
JENNA SHIMONEK
MARIANA SILVEIRA
KA TIE SIMPSON
KATIE SIPP
JESSICA -SLACK
JEANNE SLIETER
BRADLEY SMITH
MATTHEW SMITH
TRACIE SNIDER
ADAM SNOBERGER
ANNA SPALDING
DAYTON SPOMER
ERIC SPRY
KA THERINE SRB
MARKSTAVAS
ADAM STEHLIK
BRIDGET STEPHENSON
NATALIE STEWART
ZACKARY STICKNEY
RY AN STINSON
JAMIE STOCK
LIZ STOCKSTILL
TYLER STONE
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JON SWANSON
PATRICK SW ANSON
JOHN SW AROFF
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GARRETT SWIGGART
JASMINE TEMPLE
LENA TERSTEGGE
ALI THARIS-HACHAM
MARI THIETJE
.DA YID THOMAS
AARON THORNTON
CHRIS TIWALD
JENISE TRAUTMAN
ERIC TREVINO 1. Do you have your own car? Own:
Do you like the three lunches?
Boxers or Briefs?
5. Would you say the number of good times in high school outnumber the bad, ~r do the bad outnumber the good? Girls Guys
6. What are your plans for the future?
7. If you didn't have to go to school, would you?
VICTORIA TROCONIS ALCALDE
BRIDGETT TRUMBLE
KOAN6TUT
TAYLOR ULLRICH
ALITHARAS - - Survey by: Beth Bryant - -
Just because students are in the same gradeJ it doesn't mean-they are they same age.
While junior Jackie Clifton is still 15 years old, her classmates Mark carlson and John Murman are already 1 7 years old. carlson and Murman are older than some of the youngest seniors! Such age differences bring problems and annoyances, as well as benefits. Both carlson and Murman agree that the best thing about being two of the oldest students in their class is that they get to drive before most of their friends do.
"You don't have to ride with your mom on dates anymore," said carlson.
Many parents set certain rules about driving, but these are especially present when a student is one of the first in a group of friends to get a license. Some parents do not allow their "new drivers" to have friends in the car for the first couple of weeks, while other parents expect their teens to constantly check in while behind the wheel.
"My parents would make me ask before I could drive myself to Subway after school to get something to eat," said Murman.
Clifton and Cubby Swift, on the other hand, are both young juniors. They both agree that there are not many benefits to being the youngest of their friends. The only good thing is that they get rides from friends, and usually do not have to pay for gas. It can be difficult trying to find rides, though, and they sometimes get left places with no ride home.
"When I was out with my friends once, they forgot me!" said Swift.
Swift and Clifton started school early for different reasons. Swift's parents didn't see any reason to hold her back another year because she was ready at age five. The family doctor, on the other hand, told Clifton's parents that she wasn't emotionally ready to start at age four, but by then she could already read so she started anyway.
"While my parents were teaching my older brother to read, I got jealous so I taught myself," said Clifton. "I agree that I wasn't emotionally ready to start at that age, though."
To most people, age is just a number, but when it comes to being behind the wheel or riding shotgun, it makes a big difference in your life. You either find yourself always begging your friends for rides, or always dishing out the cash for gas. Is it better to be older or younger? No one really knows, but just make sure you are nice to your older friends so you don't get left behind.
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Katie Knapp -
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NICOLE VACCARO
DAVID VAL VERDE
ANGELA VAN ACKEREN
GENEVIEVE VAN ACKEREN
JESSE VANCE
ADAM VANCLEAVE
JOSELYN VANCLEAVE
AMANDA V ANRHYN
MAURA VIEHL
TRANG VO
ALAN VOIGHT
PHILIP VOIGT
MEGAN WACKER
CARA WAGNER
RUDY WAGNER
GREGORY W ALKLIN
SAMIRA WAQUIL
ANDREW WATCHORN
KA THERINE WATSON
BETSY WATTON
MELISSA WEIHE
ASHLEY WELLS
KATIE WENZ
JOSHUA WHITE
Ammar
TinhDoan
Chris
JASON
Above: Superwoman
Joselyn Vancleave takes time from her busy schedule to pose for a picture (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Far left: Amanda Flanagan hits the books with the aid of her graphing calculator (Photo by: Erin Dempsey).
Left: Kevin Kahler concentrates on his school work (Photo by: Alex Felton). Juniors
Right: Senior Mackenzie Mueller gets the full effect of Zoo School; the fun and the dirty. At lea st the seal will appreciate the clean toy (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Far right: At Zoo School it's not just fun and games , just ask these hard working students (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Bottom right: Junior Bridgett Trumble stops for a second to show off Mozart, the Chinchilla (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer)
Zoo School adds a new touch to learning. A handful of East students meet every day with other high school students from • around the city to learn in an environment that is geared towards independent study.
Students also go to their respective high schools each day but only attend a few classes there. They then commute to the specialized school for the rest of the school day. Zoo School students can learn at th~ir own pace -- not so rushed that they miss something, and not so slow that they're doing things they have already learned.
"My favorite part of the program is the class structure and the environment," said senior Sara Moore.
The students not -only study animals and zoo-related topics, they also have the core classes that other high
Zoo School
school students have. They just learn the information in a different way. Most Zoo School students feel that the school helps them to understand subjects better than they do at East.
"The school gives a better emphasis on learning than normal high school does," said senior Mackenzie Mueller.
The Zoo School classes are relatively small in size and many of the students who attend the school like that feature.
"I like the class sizes. They are small and easier to learn in because there is more one-on-one attention," said Moore.
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Field trips to the capital, listening to various poets and singers, and painting giant "sporks." All of these things are part of a typical day at the Arts and Humanities· School. Arts and Humanities School is an option for students who really enjoy art and English. They still study what everyone else aoes, but they incorporate art and politics into it. They are allowed a lot more personal expression through these art projects too.
This is the second year that Arts and Humanities School has been an option for students. There are only about 60 people who go there now, and they all really enjoy it. Hillary Miller, a senior at Arts and Humanities school, has been going there for two years now.
"I love the freedom I have in Arts and Humanities School. I get to do individualized projects and I get plenty of time to be creative," she said. Sara Newlon, another senior, agrees
"I like being able to wo rk at my own pace. It's a new and different experience, a more relaxed atmosphere," Newlon said.
Th.e teaching methods are also different at Art s and Humanities School. There are smaller classes, so there is
more individual attention. There are different themes for each quarter, and the teachers work to incorporate these themes in to the lesson s.
The students also enjoy being around people from all four high schools in Lincoln. Stewart Losee, a junior at Arts and Humanities School, thinks this is one of the best parts.
"The community there is great. There is more diversity because people come from all four schools. Everyone knows each ·other and everyone is really nice," he said.
The Arts and Humanities. School is a great choice for anyone who has a real love of art. And, because of the relaxed and artsy environment, the students are really able to thrive.
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Bridge, East's school-within-a-school program, is now in its second year. Bridge was designed to help students who were at risk of not graduating, or who feel like they were lost in a big school that doesn't offer enough personal attention. There are 28 students in the Bridge program this year, and it seems to be helping all of them.
"Bridge gives me the individual attention I need. And the teachers actually care whether you pass or not," said sophomore Diane Kindle
One of the main goals of Bridge is to create an atmosphere where any student can feel comfortable, and where they will want to learn. Bridge teachers and students work on building a support system, where there is always someone who cares.
Since there are only 28 students in Bridge, they get a lot of individual attention. For junior Jenny Black,
that reality has helped to motivate her.
"The teachers make you try, they want you to o well. Other teachers don't really care whether or not you do your work. It's just one less paper to grade," she said.
To get into the Bridge program, a student has o fill out an application and set up an interview. Then a panel decides which students will be selected. The Bridge team wants to make sure that the students w r ::> enter it are motivated to find a way to succeed. The y have to really want to learn.
According to junior Shannon Johnson, people have a lot of stereotypes about Bridge students. Lik e most stereotypes, though, they are off mark.
"Bridge isn ' t for slacking off. It's just a differe nway of learning. We still have to do our work," said Johnson.
by: Ashley Morrison~~
On Wednesdayl Oct 251 sophomore J.C. Walrath and junior Chris Clowes became heroes at a five-vehicle accident at 70 th and O streets. Walrath and Clowes were cruising around when they came upon the scene in which a 1984 Oldsmoblie Cutlass was in flames.
Some witnesses would freezel not knowing what to do in such at such a dramatic accident scene. Clowes and Walrathl thoughl jumped out of their car and immediately began helping the victims.
"It didn't take much to get J.C. out of the car," said Clowes. "All I could think about was how we were going to get the kid out from under the burning car."
The drivec 17-year-old Southeast senior Thomas Beanl was thrown out of the car and pinned underneath it. Neither Bean or his passenger, 19-yearold Daniel Hart were wearing seatbelts. Hart was hospitalized; Bean died two short hours later. They tried stopping traffic to get extra helpl but that didn't work. Walrath and Clowes knew that someone needed to help those boys, so they ran over to
th~ car and began lifting it up off Bean.
"People kept passing us. I had to stop and ask people if they could help or if they had a fire extinguisher/' said _ Walrath. "All I could think about was that he didn't seem alive. The scene reminded me of the times I had seen pictures of dead animalsl but this time it was so real." Clowes said all of his thoughts were on moving the car off of Bean.
"I was focused on getting the kid out from underneath the car, and thought about absolutely nothing else. Time went so quickly that I wasn't paying any attention to the people who were driving by/' said Clowes. "Th~ worst thing was the staring." . •
Though it was a tragic experiencel one positive outcome of the accident was that it changed Walrath and Clowes' lives in a dramatic way. They learned how valuable life is. That may be one reason that they no longer run red lightsl and now stop at yellows.
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- Story by: Katie Knapp - -
Did you ever have a fantasy as a kid to be on a national sports team? Or break a record for lifting the most weights or running the fastest? For one East High gymnast his childhood fantasy came true. Three years ago, sophomore Jason Wassung competed on the Junior National gymnastics team with fellow athletes who would go on to compete in the Olympics. Unfortunately injuries have kept Wassung from competing on the Junior National team since then.
" It has been hard because I've had shoulder surgery, back problems, and been off the national team for three years. There have even been some seasons where I've been out for half of the year and some seasons I've been out the entire year," said Wassung.
Sometimes he feels like quitting, in part because his work goes unappreciated.
" I am a guy on a gymnastics team and because of that sometimes I am not accepted by the people around me a n d t hey put me down," said Wassung.
Though his work may go unnoticed and his injuries may prevent him from competing some seasons, Wassung con ti nues working as hard as he can. Those challenges didn't stop him from earning the highest pommel horse score in East history.
For Wassu~g, there i s no off se a son, which is why he makes sure he is in the gym almost everyday.
"Most of the time I am in the gym or doing schoolwork but outside of that I try to r elax and even watch t.v." said Wassung.
- - Story by: Lyndsey Dee - -
B RYAN ADAMS
JENNIFE R ADAMS
JAMES ADC OX
RACHEL AHLUM
Sophomores
ME G AN A H RENS
MIC HELLE AL B E R S
PATRICK ALLEN
WA D E AN D E R SEN
A S HLEY ANDE R SON
ERIN AN D ERSON
CHIKAAOTA
B RETT B AAL HO RN
LINDSAY BAILEY
AMANDA B AKULSKI
ALENA BALASANOV A
CAITLIN B ALS
TYLE R BARRY
JENNIFE R B ARTELS
ZACHARY BAR TELS
JENNIFE R B A TH
STEVEN B ECKMAN
JENNIFER BECKNER
CHASI BECKST R OM
JAKE BECWA R
JENNIFE R BEDE
B RET BEERMANN
BETHANN B EERY
ASHLEY B ELL
SARAH B ELL
SARA B ENHAM
CASEY B ERAN
JO ELBE R GT
KELLYBERST
ANDREW BIRKEL
MA TIHEW BIRKEL
MARCI BISHOP
MINDI BISHOP
BRITT ANY BLACK
JOY BOARDMAN
ERICH BOCKMAN
GEOFFREY BOGAN
AMANDA BOONE
KATIE BOSSUNG
LANA BOUGGER
BETSY BOWHA Y
AARON BOZARTH
PAUL BRANDT
JARED BRASS
DEREK BREDENSTEINER
MATTHEW BREMER
LAURA BRODERSEN
DEREK BROENING
LUCAS BROWN
JAMIE BRUCE
FRANNIE BRUENING
LINDSAY BRUNDEGE
SERINA BUCHANAN
JACEYBULOW
BROOKE BURNS
LAURAN BURT
CORTNEY BUSCH
AARON BUTLER
ATLEE BUTZIRUS
ANDREW BUTZKE
SEAN CAIN
TEE CALHOUN
JENNIFER CALLAHAN
LAUREN CAMPBELL
CORRIE CARLSON
NICK CARLSON
PAUL CARLSON
A.LEX CARPER
AMY CHANDLER
AMMAR CHANYOUR
PAUL CHAUCHE
ABIR CHNA YOUR
KATHLEEN CHRIST ATOS
ANN CHRISTENSEN
LAUREN CHRISTENSEN
LAUREN CHRISTIE
PAIGE CLINKENBEARD
KYLE CLOUSTON
KIMBERLY COLLINGHAM
SEAN CONNEALY
MATTHEW CORNELL
ALLISYN COWLES
JORDIN CRAFT
MARCUS CRAFf
MICHELLE CRAIG
MANDIE CRAW
KAYLA CRISLER
TIM CULWELL
MEGAN DABBERT
ALLISON DANIEL
COURTNEY DAVIDSON
NICK DAVIS
VINCENT DAWSON
JENNIFER DEATON
MICHAEL DERIENZO
NICHOLAS DERIENZO
DEREK DICKMAN '
NATALIE DONALD
ELIZABETH DONKIN
KA TY DORNBOS
ERICA DOS SANTOS OLIADZENIS
MATT EDWARDS
NATHAN ELIAS
LAUREN ELLINGSON
AMY ENGEL
QUENTIN ENS
JENNA EPLEY
LUC ESSAY
ANTHONY ESTRADA
BRITTANY EUREK
CALEB EXSTROM
HEATHER FARLEIGH
KRISTIN FASSNACHT
ROSS FELTON
CHRISTOPHER FERRIS
KACY FIELDER
TIMOTHY FIELDS
ANDY FOSDICK
JENA FOSDICK
MORIAH FRANSON
DANIELLE FRANZ
MATTHEW FRAZELL
KA THERINE FRIES
JOANNE FRUHWIRTH
DANIELLE FULCHER
JUSTIN FULLERTON
TEAL GARDNER
ERIC GERRARD
WHITNEY GILLETTE
NATHANIEL GINGERY
TRAVIS GINGERY
CHRISTOPHER GLEIM
STEVEN GOGELA
SUZY GORDON
ASHLEY GREGG
CHANT AL GRIFFIN
SUSAN GU
STEPHANIE GUBSER
STEPHANIE GUIDO
JESSICA GUTSCHE
JEFFREY HABERMAN
LAUREL HADLEY
NICKY HAGA
AARON HAHN
AMANDA HAM
LORI HAMIL TON
MOHAMMAD HAMMAD
BAHARHAMO
JEFF HANS
NATHAN HANSEN
LACEY HANSON
KIM HARPER
KYLE HARRAL
MELISSA HART
LAUREN HEAD •
PAT HEISER
JARED HEMMINGSEN
TRAVIS HERMAN
KIM HERRON
EMILY HERTING
RYAN HIATT
JENNA HILL
NIKKI HINES
TARA HINKLEY
KAITLYN HIPPLE
SETH HOBBS
JOHN HODGE
BRAD HOFF
BRIAN HOFFART
HEATHER HOKE
MOLLY HORN
ANNA HUEBNER
JONNA HUSEMAN
KRISANDRA INGRAM
MIKALA IRONS
JAY JACOBUS
JOCY JACOBY
ERICJAMBOR
KA TIE JENKINS
KRISTIN JENSEN
AMBER JOHNSON
MEGAN JOHNSTON
TJ JONES
ASHLEIGH JORDAN
GREG JOSEPH
KATIEJUDDS
CAITLIN JUDGE
JAMIEJUMPS
DUSTIN KAUFMAN
JARED KEEDY
MATTHEW KELLAM
CHRISTOPHER KELLE R
KRISTIN KELLY
TYLER KETTERL
YUSEPHKHAN
MARISA KIBBIE
KYLE KIESELHORST
BO-YIE KIM
DIANE KINDLE
KELLI KIRKLAND
STEPHANIE KNUST
DERRICK KOLBREK
KRISTIN KOZAKIEWICZ
KA THERINE KROHN
LINDSEY KURTZER
KARAKVANLI
KRISTEN LAMOREAUX
ZACH LANDER
CARRIE LANE
CASSIE LANNING
MOLLY LARSON
CHAD LAUCOMER
JORDAN LEA
KENNETH LEAK
TIFFANY LEE
BRITT ANY LEHMS
JUSTIN LIGHTNER
LAURA LIVINGSTON
ROB LONG
STACIE LONGWELL
STEPHANIE LONGWELL
COREY LOVORN
Sophomore year is a time of meeting new people and opening yourself up to new ideas. Many sophomores are learning th i s for themselves and are appreciating the outcome.
"Many of my friendships are changing because lots of people are getting involved in new things , " said sophomore Betsy Bowhay .
Many feel it is a good time t o take notice of the larger world Everyone has their own group of friends, but sophomore year can be the time to break out of that mold and meet new friends.
"The best part of sophomore year i s branching out because it he l p s you define •what a true friend is and w h o y o ur true friends are," said sophomore Anna H u e bn er.
Sophomores are starti n g t o r ealize how much work a solid, true frie n d shi p re quires.
"It takes the equal effort of two p eople to make a friendship work," said H u e b n e r.
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Sophomore s
RACHEL LOY
MICHAEL LUCCHINO
LOGAN LUEKING
KRYST AL MAASKE
CATIE MACKEY
MARC MAGUIRE
KARIM MAKKA WY
KETH MALONE •
STEVEN MALT ARICH
SHELBY MANZITTO
LEAHMARR
SPENCER MASON
TYLER MASON
MICHAEL MASON-D ' CROZ
JULIANNE MATCZYSZYN
LAURA MCCALLISTER
ANGIE MCCAWLEY
HEATHER MCNENNY
JENNIFER MECOM
JAKE METZGER
MALLORY MEYERS
JENNA MICHELSEN
KELLI MIHULKA
ANNA MILLER
BRADEN MILLER
LINDSEY MILLION
CASEY MOOBER R Y
JAMES MOORE
RYAN MORRIS
CHRIS MRKVICKA
MITCHELL MURPHY
BEN NELSON
MELISSA NELSON
HUANNGUYEN
KEITH NICKUM
LARS NIELSEN
AMY NILSON
NOUSHAN NOUREDDINI
MELISSA OEHRING
TODD OGDEN
CHRISTY OLSEN
MEGAN ONEILL
JULIEOSEKA
ERIN OSTENDORF
SHELLEY OTTO
EMILY PA_CKARD
GARRETT PACKETT
JEFFREY PANKOKE
AMY PATTERSON
KORBY PATZNER
BRANDON PEDERSEN
ALYSSA PENKA VA
CARRIE PENN
MA YKEL YS PEREZ
DANIELLE PETERSEN
LAURA PHILIPPS
JOSH PHILSON •
JASON PICKEREL
JOE PIEPER
CARA PIRRUCCELLO
EUGENE POLISHCHUK
STEVEN PORTER
LESLIE PORTZ
AMANDA POTTER
HEATHER POYSA
BRENT PROTIV A
CORY RABE
MISSYRAFAT
JO~RANDALL
JOSHUA RANDAZZO
AMY RASMUSSEN
JEFFREY REA
FELICIA REDING
LACEY REMMENGA
JOE REMPE
AMY REYNOLDSON
TOM RICE
ALAN RICHOUX
ALISSA RIDENOUR
JUSTIN RIFE
JENNA RIHANEK
KENDRA ROLLER
JESSICA ROMANO
SCOTT ROSELAND
JORDAN ROSS
NICK RUIZ
SOPHIA RUSER
JEFFREY RUTLEDGE
SETH RYE
ASHLEY SABIN
MICHAEL SANCHEZ-MASI
DUSTIN SANDERSON
SCHLEGELM~CH
TYLER SCHMIDT
NICK SCHNEIDER
JARED SCHOETTGER
ANDREW SCHROEDER
JESSE SCHUESSLER
ERIN SCHULTZ
KAITLYN SCHUSTER
ALEX SCHWEDE
MOLLY SCHWISOW
DAN SCULLY
AUTUMN SELLE
KA TIE SHANAHAN
CRYSTAL SHARP
ZACH SHIRK
DANYELLE SHIVERS
JONATHAN SIMS
BRENT SLABY
COLLEEN SMALL
DREW SMITH
ERIN SMITH
JESSE SMITH
ASHLEY SNELLER
CHRIS SONDEREGGER
PJ SORENSEN
EMILY SPALDING
DEREK SPRINGMAN
ASHLEY STANARD
SYDNEY STANARD
MATT STEFFENS
SARAH STEFKOVICH
KRISTEN STENGER
ST ACY STEVENS
ASHLEY STREIT
ELIZABJ:<:TH STREUR
AARONSTUBBENDIECK
MITCHELL STUHR
JARED SVEEN
STEPHANIE SVEEN
ANDREW SW ANSON
KA TIE SWIGGART
RAFAELTATAY
BETHANY THELANDER
RAYMOND THOMPSON
EMILY THORSON
TYLER TRACY
STACEY TRAUSCH
KELLI UGLOW
ALEXANDER VANCLEAVE
HEIDI VARNEY
CHRIS VASEK
TRAVIS VILLANUEVA
CATHERINE WAD HAMS
JORDAN W ALKLIN
STEVEN WALL
JC WALRATH
ASHLEY WALTER
ZACK WALTER
CANDACE WANG
JESSE WANNING
JACOB WARREN
JOSEPH WARREN
JASON W ASSUNG
DAN WATERS
ANDREA WATT
NICK WATTS
EMILY WEATHERFIELD
CHRIS WEBER
ADAM WEILER
ASHLEY WELLMAN
CJ WELLS
ANNA WELLSFRY
FAVORITE PLACE TO HANGOUT
1. A Friends House
2. The Mall
ERINWENCEL
• ASHLEY WESSALE
LISA WEYERS
JESSE WHIT AKER
JASON WHITTIER
ELIZABETH WILD
JAMES WILLIAMS
RACHEL WILLIAMS
3. Amigos
4. Rex's 66
5. School
FAVORITE MOVIE
1 The Grinch That Stole Christmas
2. She's All That
3. Gladiator
4. Bounce
5. Gone in 60 Seconds
CORY WILSON
JULIE WINSEMAN
BRITT ANY WOLF
EVAN WOLF
ANNY WONG
BRANDON WOODHEAD
ALEX WRIGHT
VANESSA WURTZ
FAVORITE PLACE TO SHOP
1. The Malls
2. Express
3. Abercrombie and Finch
4. Wet Seal
5. American Eagle
FAVORITE FAST FOOD PLACE
1. Amigos
2. Egg Roll King
3. Runza
4. Burger King
MALIKA Y ADGAROV A
RAQWIN YOUNG
ROSS YOUNG
QURESHI YUNAS
5. Arbys
FAVORITE SONG OF THIS YEAR
1. "It Wasn't Me" - Shaggy
2. "Ms. Jackson" - Outkast
3. "Fantasy'- Ludicris
4. "Who Let the Dogs Out?"- BahaMen
5. "Country Grammar"- Nelly
- - Compiled by: Mark Reckmeyer- -
Pickup line: "Did it hurt when you fell down from heaven?" - James Moore
Reaction: "I'd laugh!" -Erin Schultz
Pickup line: "Are you tired?, 'cause you've been running through my mind all day." ,...., Andrew Butzke
Reaction: "I'd say 'That's nice', and laugh!" ,...., Kelli Kirkland
Pickup line: "I lost my number. Can I have yours?" - Jim Doggett
Reaction: "I'd look at him strangely and walk away!" - Jocelynn Jacoby
Pickup line: "What are you doing tonight?" ,...., Alex Carper
Reaction: 'Tm going with my friends to the mall." ,...., Lauren Campbell - - Compiled by: Beth Bryant - -
Besnik Ademi Russell Easley
Ali Al-Subiahi
Jhonan Alegria
Chad Golliglee
Travis Griffin
Abbi Anthony Anthony Hackworth
Jessica Bahr Hiruth Haile
Amber Bates Edward Harris
Jesse Beermann Josh Heiserman
Gregg Beucke Aaron Hill
Shea Bodfield D 'onald Hogan
Derek Amanda Hussey
Bredensteiner Kendra Kazebeer
Michelle Bruning Sean Kendle
Kim Callender
James Kurasawa
Nathan Clarke Gaston Lacayo
Michael Clowes Lynelle Leib hart
Summer Coon Kenzie Lillie
Thi Doan
Laura _ McCallister
Janet McKinney
Braden Miller
Rodney Minzel
Jeff Myers
Michelle Najibullah
Elliot Ness
Grace Nilson
Anna North
Rebecca Ore
Lizzie Peterson
Michelle Placzek
Yuna Qureshi
Tara Rickel
Arlen Root
Ozvaldo Sanchez
Saul Sandez Valadez
Kyle Schneider
Brian Seyerdahl
Kristen Sherman
Jeffrey Sherrill
Danyelle Shivers
Jesse Siegle
Charlean Stapleton
Raini Sutton
Tiffany Thornburg
Danielle Tindall
Preson Twiss
Arny Tyson
Amber Vivier
Jay Waid
Robby Walton
Michael Will
Below: Sean Connealy is decked out for the fall ITS initiation, and looks thrilled to be there (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Extended family surrounding a huge meal with presents galore ; that's what most of us envision when we think of the holidays. But just imagine the holidays without a warm meal and presents; this is how many needy people see the holidays, and daily life . East students made a difference this holiday season, a tradition that has been going on for years. Clubs like Peer Helpers, Ambassadors., GLBTSA, and the Difference Makers made this holiday season a brighter place for everyone.
This year, Peer Helpers adopted a mother and five children from the People's City Mission. They bought presents and supplies for the family, hoping to make it a better holiday for them. The Peer Helpers also had a Resource Drive to collect clothing and toiletries for the People City's Mission. The group had read in the paper that there were many people who were in need , especially during the holiday season, and wanted to help out.
"They are a bunch of compassionate, nurturing kids , " said sponsor Jan Beeson. "They're thinking about someone else other than themselves."
Ambassadors , another group at East, also had a food drive for the People's City Mission, which has been an ongoing tradition during the holidays.
"There ' s usually more of a need during the holiday season and we wanted to help out, " said Beeson, sponsor for the Ambassadors.
Another group at East, GLBTSA, also worked to make a difference The group collected donations from students during the week of November 2 7 for the Nebraska AIDS Project. More than $400 was raised to help benefit the project that will reach local programs and research for cures. The dri ve was considered to be a success by members.
"It (the drive) could have been more successful, but it was a great success i n that it raised money for the project, " said senior Alex Felton.
A group of juniors and seniors selected by Givin
their teachers for their leadership skills, the Oiffe rence Makers, had numerous projects during the holiday season. They sought out projects in the community to work on. Their work started in Nave nber when they helped set tables and distribute Thanksgiving dinners to people in need at the People's City Mission.
"I' didn't think about how much we had help :d and how grateful the people were," said senior Jer y Sibbel.
The Difference Makers also organized the Teddy Bear drive for Mourning Hope, an organiza t J n that helps young children deal with a loss of a love I one. The children used bears in their counseling , iut had to return them after the 8 week session. Diffeence Makers heard about this and wanted to make the bears available for all children to take home a f1 ~r the sessions.
"The-kids were talking to these bears about their problems and then they had to give them ba c ~ , so we wanted to let the kids each have a bear," sa i < senior Rachel Kvanli.
The Teddy Bear drive raised more than 250 bears for Mourning Hope, which the Difference Ma lers considered a success.
Another project they had was wrapping donated gifts at the People's City Mission for the residents. • •
"I feel like it's my job to help because we're s ) much better off and we should give to the less for tt • nate," said David Janovec.
Maryann Spahni, one of the sponsors for th e Difference Makers, believes that not only has the group given a lot, but they also have learned a grec deal.
"You receive lots more than you give in personal growth," said Spahni.
- - Story by: Candace Wang - -
Right: Two fencers duke it out.
Middle right: Three French students give a presentation to their peers.
Bottom right: A French speaker shares interesting facts about France.
Far below: Becky Erickson shows off her dancing ability during Fr~nch Week.
Below: Sophomores Kimberly Collingham and Amanda Boone speak during the festivities.
Beinvenue a la semaine francais! November sixth through tenth was National French Week, created by the American Association of Teachers to make students more aware of French culture and history. This year's theme at East was "How French Touches Your Life in Nebraska."
French teacher Stephanie Lefler was quite excited about the activities of this week.
"We were hoping to help students see how French culture is intertwined with American culture. It was also a fun way to celebrate French students and give them some recognition," she said.
Some demonstrations to help students become involved in French week included stainedglass, ballet and fencing.
French students especially enjoyed the week. They received signs on their lockers congratulating them because they speak French. They also made posters and projects about various parts of French culture, such as language, arts, and food displayed throughout the building.
"I think it was really neat because there's not
as much stuff about the French culture as some other ethnicities," said Beth Arunksi
Third year French student, Jennifer Harbison, thought it went better this year than last.
"It had more stuff to do than last year, and the demonstrations were probably the best," said Harbison.
French Week gave all East students a chance to learn about France.
"Some students who weren't in French class didn't really get it, but they attended the programs in the commons and it seemed like they were enjoying themselves," said Harbison.
Arunski liked that people were noticing French, instead of Spanish.
"I think some students were kind of surprised by some of the different activities like fencing, but they seemed to enjoy watching them. Others wondered why there's no Spanish Week. But they get all the attention, this is our time to get some credit," said Arunski.
- - Story by: Ashley Morrison - -
Top left: These French students sure know how to say " thank you".
Above: Fencing is big in France and these two fencers know how to entertain .
Left: Dancers from Karen Mc Williams School of Dance perform during French week
How would you feel if you had to start school in a a lot. The ESL students themselves are ve ry new country where you couldn't even speak the Ian- friendly, too. Take Mohammad Hammad from Israe l , or guage? Well, that ' s what East's 65 ESL students have example had to do They came here not knowing anyone and " I know everyon e," said Hammad. not being able to speak the same language as most
While there are many differences among the E 3L other East students. But they have all made a lot of students , one thing they all agree on is that they mis ' progress and are quickly making new friends here. their friends in their home countries. While we can't Koang Tut, who moved here from Sudan in 1996, change that, other students can make them feel welsaid East has been a good place for him. come here.
"It ' s the best school for me ," said Tut.
"Be friendly and open. Respond to them like c 1y Armin Sehic, from Bosnia and Germany, agrees. other new student. Invite them to have lunch or go tc "East is the best school in the whole city," said clubs with you," said ESL teacher Debbie Wright. Sehic. These students, representing 16 countries are Coming to a new country is challenging. Some anxious to become an active part of East's commun it . of the hardest things to get used to include the people, Sarah Currie , an ESL paraprofessional thinks her st u the language, and the food. Victoria Troconis , who dents have a lot to offer. moved here from Venezuela in July 2000 , thought it
"The ESL students bring different experience s was difficult getting used to the food because "it isn't as and views of life to East. They give us the opportun it healthy ." It can also be hard to make friends when you for an exchange of ideas," Currie said. speak a different language, but overall the ESL students
"Our country is made up of many ethnic group! . agree that people at East are very friendly, which helps When we are lucky enough to have diversity in our
school, we should embrace it," said Wright.
~~Story by: Ashley Morrison~~
"We welcome you to Lincoln East/' says Dr. Lehmanowsky.
The students and staff try to make the transition from eighth graders to freshmen as easy and as welcoming as possible.
" I definitely like East better because they are more friendly and do a better job at helping you find where your classes are," said freshman Amber Honeycutt.
There are many activities that allow the freshmen to be involved. Whether the activities are planned especially for the freshmen or they are activities that other grades are involved in, all of these activities help make them feel more welcome.
" Band camp and the band parties helped me out a lot to feel welcome. Even upper classmen allowed me to be their friend and invited me into a friendship," said freshman Brandon Langer.
The upperclassmen were just as welcoming as the activities were. Many upper classmen helped freshmen find their classes, showed how to open the lockers if they got stuck, and more importantly became their friends.
Though the outside school activities helped the freshmen feel welcome, they would agree that if they could plan more activities, like the freshman tailgate party, it would help them to fit in a little better.
" I think there could definitely be more freshmen activities to get us more involved," said freshman Joe Stivrins.
Overall many ~reshmen would agree that when it came time to make East their home, everyone did a pretty good job.
- - Story by: Lyndsey Dee -Freshmen
ERIN ADAMS
LINDSEY ADAMS
MUSLIM AL- RUBAIAI
TAYLOR AMES
JUSTIN ANTHONY
STEPHEN ANTHONY BEN ASHBY
DEVON ATTANASIO
JENNIFER ATWOOD
DANIELLE A YRISS
JIMMY BACON
CHARLES BAKER
SAUL BAKEWELL
CONNIE BARGER
RYAN BEAVER
JEFFBELIK
ALEXABERGT
SHELLY BESCH
KYLE BLYTHE
JONATHAN BOEHLER
CARSON BOHLMANN
NICK BREDENKAMP
KA THERINE BREMMER
CHRISTINE BRYANT
STEVEN BUCHHOLZ
BETH BUNDE
KYLE BURNER
KRISTEN BURSON
ELISE BURTON
AMANDA BUSSEY
ADAM BUTLER
CARRIE BUTLER
STUART BUTZIRUS
BRYAN BYBEE
CHRISTIE CALKINS
SARA CALLIES
DAVID CAREY
NA TE CARLSON
WELLINGTON CARNGBE
EMILY CARTER
JENNIFER CARY
ERIKA CEDERDAHL
METTA CED ERDAHL
BRANDON CHAMPION
AUBREY CHARLEBOIS
N ANCY CHERNG
NOAH CHESNUT
DAiij CHRISTENSEN
PHILLIP CHRISTENSEN
ANNA CHRISTY
BOBBY CLARK
JONATHAN CLARK
COREY CLIFFORD
MICHAEL COHN
JASON COLE
JENNA COLE
CHRISTINE COLLINGSWORTH
BRENT CORBIN
ANDREW COX
ANNA COX
ROSEMARY CRAWFORD
MEGAN CRUICKSHANK
COLE CYR
LANCE DAHARSH
CHELSEA DANEK
CHAD DANHAUER
HEATHER DANLEY
SAMUEL DANLEY
JESSICA DA VIS
VICTORIA DA VIS
ANDREW DICKMAN
COLE DILLOW
ERIC DINSDALE
AUSTIN DIRKS
JIM DOGGETT
CHRIS DONAHOO
ALEX DUMAS
ERIC DUNNIGAN
DONLEY DURRE
RYAN DURST
BRANDON EDEN
PATRICK ELSENER
LINDSEY EMERY
MUROD ERGASHEV
DA YID EVERETT
PAUL EWALT
JONATHAN FAGAN
ASHLEY FAIRFIELD
CHRISTINE FANG
STEPHANIE FERRIS
LEAH FICKE
ANAST ASIA FISCHER
SCOTT FISHER
TYSON FLATT
JOSH FLEMING
KAYLA FLOYD
HALEEFOOTE
JAMES FORD
ANDREW FOREMAN
DILLON FORST
ERIN FOSNAUGH
SCOTT FOSSBERG
JOHNFRANTI
ADAM FROEHLICH
MELISSA FROHNER
WILL FRUHWIRTH
REED FULLER
JAMIE GALE
BRIAN GAREY
RYAN GARTNER
RANDI GARY
LILLY GIBLER
PATRICK GILLAN
EMILY GILLESPIE
JENNA GOERTZEN
JOHN GOODRICH
HALLEY GRIESS
MORGAN GRUBBE
MANDY HAGA
DANA HAHN
ERIN HALEY
JORDAN HAMANN
JON HAMES
ROSE HAMMAD
KATIE HANS
RY AN HARBAUGH
AMY HARDIN
JILL HARMON
BRITTNEY HARRIS
JONATHAN HARRISON
ROBERT HAUMONT
TRENT HAUN
JOE HEIDRICK
DANIEL HERSCH
ERIC HEYL
MELISSA HINKLEY
JASON HOKE
ROBERT HOLBROOK
RACHEL HOLDEN
AMBER HONEYCUTT
NANCY HONG
TOMHRANAC
LONNA HUGHES
BRADLEY HULL
KINSEY HUST AD
ANDREW HUTCHESON
AMANDA IRONS
EMILY IRONS
KATIE JANOVEC
ASHLEY JENSEN
KYLE JENSEN
JAMIE JOHANNESEN
MEGAN JOHNS
AARON JOHNSON
ALICIA KARLE
JAREDKASL
TEDKATHOL
SHANNON KEELER
DAVID KIM
JOLENE KLIMENT
AARON KLINGENBERG
RYAN KLUG
JENNA KNAPP
CARRIE KNIGHT
CASEY KOCH
RJKOKRDA
MALACIIl KOOP
EMILY KORAB
ANAIT KOTCHARIAN
JOY KOTSCHW AR
NATALIE KOVAR
ALICIA KRAFKA
MANDY KRAUS
NICHOLAS KREIFELS
CORBY KRICK
KA TIE KUSTER
MATTHEW LACEY
MALINDA LAMMERS
KIRSTIN LAMMLE
KRISTINA LANE
Most students aren't sure what they want to do after they graduate from high school. Freshman Jenney Atwood has already decided that she wants to try to perform on Broadway and is already started working towards her goal.
" I first got interested in acting when I saw the musical 'Les Miserables' in Paris/' Atwood said.
Since then, she has taken both Intro Theatre and Advanced Theatre classes at the Lincoln Community Playhouse. Atwood also takes voice lessons. She has taken part in ten plays at the playhouse.
"My favorite type of play to be in is definitely a musical," she said.
BRANDON LANGER
TIMOTHY LARSON
JARED LAUER
HANNAH LEA
KURT LEFFLER
ERICA LEIPOLD
JESSICA LEMON
GERARD LEY
HENRIQUE LIMA
DREW LIND
KA THERINE LO ECK
JAKE LOGAN
Atwood said that during play rehearsals, she attends practice Monday through Friday, usually about four to five hours each night. During tech week (when they set everything up) practices run even longer than normal, and sometimes to hours as late as midnight or beyond.
"It's really hard to keep up with my homework, especially during tech week," Atwood said. "I usually just bring my homework along and do it during the scenes that I'm not in."
For Atwood, the best part of acting is being on stage, singing, and dancing. She also says that it's fun because you meet a lot of new people.
For Atwood, acting isn't just something fun to do, it's something that she wants to tum into a career.
"I want to go to Columbia University and get my theatre degree and then try to go on to Broadway," Atwood said.
- - Story by: Angela Kreifels - -- ~.,...,,__ Freshmen
The freshman class has everyone seeing double. Five sets of twins help make up this year's freshman class. They are Jake and Josh Loy, Erin and Karly Martin, Amy and Karen Schmidt, Nathan and Zane Schulz, and Sam and Scott Wu. Their opinions about being twins are as varied as the individuals themselves.
"Being a twin is different because there aren't many people that are twins," said twin :Karly Martin.
Still, sometimes being a twin means having to share more things.
"Whenever I get a gift, she thinks that it is for her, too. I don't like that," said Erin.
Being a twin has its good times and its bad times. Twins like to confuse their teachers on April Fool's Day, but they get tired of having to identify themselves so often to their classmates.
"One of the best pranks was when we switched classes during a test that Karly had already taken," said Erin.
"It's hard to tell all of the twins apart. They look the same," said freshman Mallory Munger.
"The best thing about being a twin is always having someone to hang with," said twin Sam Wu.
- - Story by: Chris Clifford -Freshmen
JESSICA LONG
KIM LOWERY
JAKE LOY
JOSH LOY
DIANA LU
ANTHONY LUCCHINO
COREY LUKAS
TASHA MAR ERIN MARTIN
KARLY MARTIN
MONICA MARTINEZ
TALIA MASON
RACHEL MASTERS
mHNMATSON
PATRICK MCBURNEY
SHAMUS MCCLURE
RY AN MCCULLOUGH
KEENAN MCCURDY
JAMES MCFARLAND
ADAM MCKEE
CHRYSTAL MCROBERTS
JENNA MEDLEY
JULIANNE MEIER
ADRIENNE MEINTS
AMBER MEYER
CASI MEYERHOFF
AMY MILES
JUSTIN MILLER
KA THRENE MILLER
LUKE MILLER
MIKAELA MILLER
ROSS MILLER
AMYMISLE
JENN MISNER
STEPHANIE MOLACEK
CRAIG MOLINE
JOANNA MOODY
SEAN MORGAN
JOEY MORRISON
ROBBIE MORRISON
JENNA MOSIER
KYLEE MUEHLHAUSEN
CHELSEA MUELLER
MALLORY MUNGER
TIMOTHY MURMAN
ALEX MURPHY
ASHLEY NAMUTH
AL~ NAVRATIL
ALEX NEDVED
DUANE NELSEN
ALLANA NEWBOLD
STEPHANIE NEWCOMER
BRENT NEWLAND
COLLEEN NEWLON
JESSEE NEWMAN
MARNE NIELSEN
ANDY NIGRO
HEATHER NOEL
ROB NORRIS
JACOB OBERLE
CAMERON OBRIEN
ALYSSA OLSEN
JOSH OLSON
ALLISON OSBORN
CHRISTINE OSBORN
CORY OSBORN
ANNA OWOMOYELA
DANIEL PALMER
JAMIE PATTERSON
JOHNNY PEREZ
ANDREW PETERSON
DEREK PETERSON
BRANDON PIERSOL
MARIA PISARENKO
MELISSA PLUSS
JARRETT PORTNOY
MA TIHEW POT ADLE
EMILY POTIER
GILLIAN PRICE
LIZZY RAASCH
BESSIE RAPP
LAUREN RECKMEYER
KRYST A REGELEAN
LAUREN REICHENBACH
MIKE REMMENGA
BREANNA RENKEN
DANIELLE REUTER
WHITNEY RHODES
CASEY ROBERTS
COURTNEY RODGERS
SHANE ROGERT
JASON ROMANO
NATE ROSENTHAL
CHRIS ROWLEY
TRACI RUSSELL
BOOMER RUSSO
YOSUKE SAITO
ST ASI SATILER
AMY SCHAEFER
RYAN SCHAFER
SAUL SCHANEZ
ADAM SCHARP
KELSEY SCHEIBLHOFER
SAMI SCHINDLER
AMY SCHMIDT
KAREN SCHMIDT
TRAVIS SCHNEIDER
DARA SCHNIEDERJANS
JAMIE SCHOEN
BRETT SCHOMMER
JOHNSCHRAD
KAILE SCHROFF
CONOR SCHULTZE
LAUREN SCHULZ
ZANE SCHULZ
MITCH SCHUMACHER
CEANNA SEAMAN
SARAH SEDLAK
CHRISTINA SEYERSDAHL
TOMMY SHAW
WHITNEY SHAW
ZACHERY SHIPP
SUSIE SHULTZ
TRACY SHUNKWILER
STACIE SIBBEL
BRYAN SIMPSON
GEORGE SIMPSON
CALEB SKILES
STEPHEN SMALLWOODTETRAULT
JERALL SMITH
SPENCER SMITH
STACY SMITH
JAMES SNOOK
PATRICK SP ANGLER
COREY SPREEMAN
ABBY STATLER
EMMAL Y STELK
AARON STEWART
BEN STEWART
JAY STEWART
JILL STEW ART
JOE STIVRINS
ANGELINA STOY ALL
BECCA STRIMAN
PAUL STROMBERG
TYLER SWEENcY
RORY SWIFT
TONY TABATABAI
LARISSA TANNER
ASHLEY THOMASSEN
GUSTA YES THOMPSON
SCOTT THOMSEN
ANNIE THURBER
ZACHERY THURBER
CLAIRE TIWALD
BEN TRACY
STEPHANIE TUCKER
JEIGH TUSHICK
ANDREW TYLER
ELIZABETH V ANDER BROEK
COREY VASEY
NICKOLAS VECCHIO
BLAKE WAGGONER
KA YU W ATERMEIER
CHRIS WATSON
JEFF WATTON
LORA WEBSTER
TOM WEINB E RG
KAMRIN WELLS
SHANNON WHITSON
KA TIE WHITTEN
JENNIFER WICKIZER
MINDY WICKS
IAN WIESE
DREW WILCOX
AMANDA WILLIAMS
CHRIS WILLIAMS
DAN WILLIAMS
JESSICA WILLIARD
MICHEAL WILLS
ANDREW WILSON
CASSIE WILSON
ANNA WOLF
CORRIN WRIGHT
GARRETT WRIGHT
WESLEY WRIGHT
SAMUEL WU
SCOTT WU
AMBER WUNDERLICH
KEVIN YOSHIOKA
HOLLI YOUNG
TRACY YU
Most freshmen struggle just to keep up with homework and maybe one after school activity. But Sarni Schindler seems to find time to do anything and everything Schindler is involved with much more than just homework. She also has time for speech, bowling, singing, marching band, and babysitting.
" I have so many activities our family has to keep a calendar to see when I am free to do other activities or hang out with friends. Sometimes I have to tell them 'Maybe I can pencil you in'," Schindler said jokingly.
Being involved in all these activities can take its toll, but Schindler thinks it's worth it.
" By the end of the day I am exhausted! But" overall being involved in so much is a lot o fun," said Schindler.
With all the activities and homework, she still had many fears about transitioning from middle school to high • school.
" One of these days I am going to drown and my mind will just explode," she said laughing.
Despite such a busy schedule, she has realized that all these activities have really given her a chance to redefine herself.
"This has really given me a chance to meet new people, expand horizons, and realize how much you can and can't do," said Schindler.
- - Story by: Lyndsey Dee - -
Daniel Arnold
Jim Babcock
Brandon Bakker
Dylan Beckstrom
Taisa Bromagen
Nicolas Cantarero
Abir Chanyour
Alison Daharsh
Mica Dearinger
Seth Dixon
Kory Duff
Billy Dunn
Mike Forney
Curtis Frierson
Josh Griffin
Justin Griffin
Leighanne Hackworth
Emily Henson
SAM ZAJICEK
CHRIS ZEMKE
NATHAN ZIELINSKI
QIAOFANG ZOU
Audrey Hermance
Patrick Howard
Cory Janssen
Ashley Jobst
Kyle Karthauser
David Koehn
Robert Kursawa
Samantha Lada
Mike Lechner
Drew Mandelko
Sharon Mellen
Mathias Najibullah
Chance Paap
Jordan Pool
Jeffrey Reeves
Thomas Rivera
Becky Root
Nathan Schulz
Samfrances Stamps
Ashley Stout
Stephanie Tatay
Eric Theis
Ashley Tyson
Elizabeth Vierk
Lee Weidner
People go through changes all of the time: changes in personality, changes in friends, and changes in popularity.
One of the biggest changes for teens, however, is the change from middle school to high school. Although there are many things to look forward to in high school, many middle school students have some fears about it also.
For freshman Christine Bryant, the change from middle school to high school was easier than she expected.
"Before I got to East, 1 thought that high school would be really hard, because at Lux the teachers told us things at East would be really tough," said Bryant. "When I got to East, though, it wasn't as hard as I expected, because we covered a lot of the stuff last year."
While some things aren't that different, there are things at East that are quite different than middle school.
"East isn't that much harder, but there were a lot of people I didn't know," sa id freshman Kristen Burson. "Of course, there were also a lot of people that I did know. I was afraid that the first day I'd get lost and wouldn't be able to find any of my classes, but as •it turned out, East isn't as big as it looks."
Others thought East was every bit as big as it seemed.
"East is a lot bigger than I thought, and at first it was really hard to get used to it. After I was here for awhile, however, it got easier," said Bryant. "One of the biggest changes, though is that the people here are a lot more rebellious. You see a lot more people here skipping classes, carrying babies, Freshmen
and dressing and acting different than I was used to at Lux."
A trend that seems to reappear year after year is the t ~t that between eighth grade and ninth grade people seem to become more individualized. •
"At Lux everyone pretty much acted the same as eve r: ,ne else, but here everyone is different. It's like popularity does n matter anymore. Everyone is friends with everyone," said Bryant.
Both Bryant and Burson agree that there definitely a n some benefits at East.
"One of the things I really enjoyed was being able to t ve more control over my schedule," said Burson. "The longer lu :::h was a plus, too."
Bryant even sees good in East's rules.
"There are quite a few things that I really like about Er t, but the best, are probably the rules, especially the dress cod being able to have more choices for lunch, and most of all bi £ {er lockers. My winter coat will actually fit in it," said Bryant.
Although the change from eighth grade to ninth grad t is a huge one, freshmen often find out that they're more prepa n i for it than they'd ever imagined.
"The only thing I would recommend to the administra t )n for next year, is a 'Go to East Day', like we had from elementm school to sixth grade at Lux. It would really help familiarize u E with the school," added Bryant.
~ ~ Story by: Beth Bryant~ ~
1.) For the last week you've had plans with your friend to go to this movie that you don't really want to see. At the last moment this guy/girl you like calls to ask if you want to go to a party with them. You:
A. Tell him/her that you already have plans and maybe you two could hang out another night.
B. Call your friend and say that your parents just decided at the last moment you can't go out tonight, and then go to the party.
C. Invite him/her along to the movie and hope your friend understands even though it was just supposed to be the two of you.
2.) Your friend tells you a secret and makes you promise not to tell anyone. You:
A. Tell only one other person who promised they wouldn't tell either.
B. Tell a couple of people and hope it doesn't get back to your friend.
C. Don't tell anyone.
3.) You're about to leave to go to your boy/girlfriend's house. At the last moment, your friend comes over crying about a problem. You:
A. Talk to your friend for a little bit a9.d then tell her/him that you'll call them from your boy/girlfriend's house.
B. Call your boy/girlfriend and tell them you'll be late because you need to help your friend.
C. Tell them you're busy and to get over it because things could always be worse.
1 4.) Your best friend's boy/girlfriend calls you all the time to see if you want to hang out together,justyou two. You:
A. Say okay, and ask when they want to hang out.
IB. Tell them that you don't think that's the best idea and don't tell your friend.
C. Tell them it's a bad idea and then tell your friend that they should rethink their relationship with their boy/girlfriend.
5.) Your friend calls you bawling because their boy/girlfriend 1 just broke up with them and you have a huge math test the next day that you really need to study for. You:
A. Go over there right away and forget studying until you get home late that night.
B. Tell her you can't talk because you really need to study for this test.
C. Talk to her on the phone and try to help her while you try to study at the same time.
6.) Your two best friends do not get along and they are always talking badly about the other. You:
A. Agree with what they say and join in on the badmouthing of your other friend.
B. Tell them both that they are both your best friends and to stop because you aren't going to listen to them talk bad about each other.
•
C. Listen to what they say without saying anything and then tell them both what they say about each other behind their back.
Add up the correct points for each answer
1. A)2 B)O C)l
2. A)l B)O C)2
3. A)l B)2 C)O
4. A)O B)l C)2
5. A)2 B)O C) 1
6. A)O B)2 C) 1
(10-12 points) True-Blue Friend
You're a great friend and know how to stand by your friends through thick and thin. You will have life long friendships with friends who value your loyalty. In return for your great friendship, you will be rewarded with friends who are as true to you as you are to them.
(6-9 points) Fair-Weather Friend
Most of the time you are true to your friends but sometimes you fail to come through for them, too. Your friends value your friendship but can't always depend on you to be there. In return you'll have good friends but someday may find that they are too busy to help as you sometimes did to them.
(0-5 points) Cold-Shoulder Friend
You need to take a look at your friendships and think about how you're making your friends feel when you put them off for your more important things. If you expect your friends to be there when you need them, then maybe you need to try a little harder to be there for them too. You may look around one day and regret being so inconsiderate because your friends have all found better friends.
~ ~ By:
Angela Kreifels
~ ~
Freshmen
The difference between this year's staff and last year ' s yearbook staff may not have been noticeable to anyone on the outside, but on the inside, it was a major difference. From the size of the class to the cover of the yearbook, everything has changed. The staff decreased by almost a third this year due to scheduling conflicts.
"Our deadlines are shorter and we have had to be a lot more efficient due to the smaller staff," said staff member Chris Clifford.
Along with the class size was the change in the cover. This year the cover was a little different from
past years and didn't follow the traditional lines. "We wanted it to be different," said senior editor Sarah Wright. "Every other year it's either bl ue and white, blue and silver or something along th os e lines and we didn't want to conform to all the oth er years."
The yearbook staff set a goal this year of h ving this yearbook stand out from all the others. T ey hope these goals will inspire all the yearbooks ye t t o come.
- - S tmy by: Mark
Top: It's a miracle! All the writers are working to meet their deadline.
Left: The 2000-2001 Yearbook staff! Back row: Ashley Morrison, Lyndsey Dee, Kim Rutledge, Felicia Martin, Advisor Jane Holt. Third row: Erin Jablonski, Hannah Klasek, Katie Knapp, Sarah Wright, Beth Bryant, Angie Kreifels, Mark Reckmeyer. Second row: Alex Felton, Whitney Shaw, Andrea Scheiblhofer, Holly Davis, Chris Clifford. Front row: Kendra Roller, John Carlson. Camera shy: Ashlyn Schniederjans (Photo by: Byron Vierk).
Far left: Lyndsey Dee and Advisor Jane Holt discuss a story.
Below: Junior editor Holly Davis shows her stress to all!
Right: Staffers Amy Nilson, Candace Wang and Tiffany Lee look
Far right: Kelly Casady, Cristy Dittmer, and Katie Will attended J oumalism
This year's newspaper staff has a lot of new faces working behind the scenes. Their enthusiasm, combined with the experience of returning staff members, has made the Oracle a better publication.
"This year's staff is very fired up about what is happening at school and getting things right," said senior co-editor Megan Hobbs. "Our goal is to make no errors, which will make a better paper."
The staff also worked on making it a more creative paper. Even though they aren't as experienced, the staff set high goals for the Oracle.
"There are a lot more first year staff members.
They are less experienced, but very motivated to the best work," said senior co-editor Melissa Lee.
The members have created a bond that can ot be broken.
"There is a family atmosphere that has evoh ~d from going through many stressful times together and still holding on," said Hobbs.
The staff likes the freedom they are given to express their views of the school.
"I love the chance to get to write. There is a t of freedom and room for creativity," said senior wr , er Keith Tanner.
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Because of an omission in the Course Description booklet many Photo-J students had never taken any photography classes. This proved to be an obstacle, but nothing too great for teacher Donna Wilson.
"We did a crash course in ·photography at the beginning of the year, plus we got a lot of help from the advanced photography students along the way," Wilson said.
Even the students who had previous experience in photography noticed a difference between journalism photographs and the snapshots they usually take for fun.
"The pictures for journalism can't be posed, and you have to be there in the right place at the right time to get the important shot," saidjunior photographer Natalie Hendrickson.
Timing proved to be everything for photogra-
pher Erin Dempsey.
"Photo Journalism makes time tighter. When you're out taking pictures, you're usually -on a time crunch for deadline," said Dempsey .
.Wilson agreed that deadlines were very tight, especially since the class is only a semester long and the class takes all of the pictures for clubs, activities, and first semester sports.
"When you have publications to work on, you have to go out and take a new ~roll of film for every deadline, which is about every week, instead of using a couple rolls of film for the whole semester, like in other photography classes," Wilson said.
Overall, Wilson was impressed with the students.
"The students have been enthusiastic, and have been good about working ha~d," said Wilson.
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Front row: Megan Denker, Caitlin Phelps, Erin Dempsey , Fallyn Pappas, Byron Vierk, Jenny Seefeld.
Back row: Natalie Hendrickson , Jena Fosdick , Kristin Kell y, Jordin Craft, Teal Gardner. Not pictured: Tiffany Baum , Jackie Bencken, Amanda Flanagan
Bryce Kahle , Kyle Olinger , Jung Suh. (Photo by: Holly Davi s).
Top: Senior Caitlin Phelps looks critically at some negatives (Photo by: Holly Davis).
Left: Juniors Kyle Olinger and Bryce Kahle look to choose the best pictures out of so many choices (Photo by: Holly Davis).
The Status State:
Every teen has a song "My favorite thing about he loves to lip synch and play being in a band is the enjoyment air guitar to, but some East I get out of playing for audistudents have gone a step ences," said junior Mark Stavas, beyond the fantasy and a member of The Overtones. formed their own bands.
The Overtones originally "I love playing in the started four years ago, but its band. I treat it like a second present band members got job," said junior Josh Lauer, together about two years ago. drummer for the Overtones The Overtones is a cover band, and The Status State. which means they play songs Playing in a band takes that are already written. a lot of time and dedication.
Status writes their own The Overtones usually prac- songs and they have one CD tice twice a week, while mem- out. They also plan on putting hers of Status usually practice out another CD, in the near at least three times a week. future.
Bands not only practice, but "Being in both bands they perform for audiences. gives me a well rounded musical The Overtones usually have experience," said Lauer. two gigs per month during
Both bands, in return, school, and three or four gigs give East students more oppora month in the summer. tunities to experience live music. Status plays four to five times ~ ~ Story by: Chris Clifford~ ~ a month.
Turntablist Joey Corbiri exhibiting his DJ expertise (Photo by: Alex Felton).
Above: Bassist Korey Donahoo sets the pace for the band (Photo by: Alex Felton).
Left: Er~k Rustad and Korey Danahoo in Zach Stivrins' basement (Photo by: Alex Felton).
Left: Benji Vander Broek prefers to play shirtless (Photo by: Alex Felton).
Left Below: Darren Keen during a performance at East's Blue and White Night (Photo by: Alex Felton).
There was a special bond between two East teachers this year. Nicki Andersen and Joe Schlegelmilch are engaged and busy planning a wedding and still teaching students. While trying to keep a business-like approach, they still have time to see each other during the school day.
"We see each other about once or twice each day. We have planning period together and sometimes see each other in the hall, but we don't go out of our way to talk," said Schlegelmilch.
They met through the courtesy of a few students, senior Jeff Kirchner, in particular. While Schlegelmilch was subbing here, students told him about Miss Andersen, who was single. He talked to her to see what she was like and it developed from there. They previously took a class together at the University, but didn't really know each other from that.
Some students get a kick out of teasing both of them, especially Andersen, but she doesn't let it get to her.
"I love to joke with the kids! I even threaten referrals, but never would give one for thejokes," said Andersen.
Schlegelmilch proposed on the last day of school last year. He had planned on doing it then, but committed to it when she had a bad day. He wanted to cheer her up and this was an excellent opportunity. She said "Yes," and now they have a wedding ·date set for some time in July.
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Chris Clifford - -
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Public Schools
Schoo l s always seem to be changing . from year to year , and t h ese changes aren't always positive. On November 7 , 2000 , LEGGIADRo , BRENDA El ection Day , a very important decision was LEHMANowsKY, MARY BETH made affecti ng th e future of Lincoln Public LYONS , EDWARD Schools. Because the lid override failed, the
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"The fact that it failed shows a lot about Lincoln ' s atti t ude towards education ," said sophomore :Katie Jenkins.
Many teach e rs and students are concerned by the f ailed overr ide. The support t hat they though t the schools had isn't as strong as they thought.
"I start questioning the public ' s view of the worth of teachers, " said social studies teacher Co ll een Ogden.
Ogden talked about the effects the override will have on classrooms. With enrollment incr easing and no new teachers hired, the classroom sizes also will increase •
"There i s no way, with large classes, to meet the individual needs of all the kids," Ogden said
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Increased classroom sizes also wor .:. ries many students at East.
"It's easier to learn in a smaller class," said junior Ali Lambert. "You can have better class discussions, it' s easier to do g roup work, and you get to know everyone better. "
Lincoln Public Schools is still deciding where the cuts will come from. They are considering such things as summer school, maintenance, and course offerings. Even though many are disappointed , no one really knows what to expect
"The override may be up for election again, and I hope that it gets passed," said Principal Mary Beth Lehmanowsky.
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Angela Kreifels -Faculty
Janis Johnson is one teacher who goes that extra mile to help students out. Johnson has worked at East since 1979. She is a resource teacher in her second year as the Special Education department chair.
"I've always wanted to work with young people and help students who have additional challenges," Johnson said Johnson works with students and other teachers to develop and carry out individual education plans. She teaches resource classes and in these classes she helps students develop individual skills and assists them with class work. Johnson also works with Teri Orauda, East's Special Education Coordinator; and consults with counselors and other student services so that they can work together to help students
"She treats her students fairly and cares about her students regardless of who they are or what they do," said special education para Carla Meyer.
Johnson's mother was a teacher and was a great influence on her. She believes in education and was always taught about its values. Johnson likes designing instruction to fit students needs and seeing them be successful in high school and later in life.
"The greatest personal award is knowing the students on an individual basis and helping them ~ealize their goals," Johnson said.
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an old woman who lived in a shoe who had so many choices, she didn't know what to do. What about Medical Club, MartialArts, DECA, or band? Luckily she had so many kids, they could give her a hand.
Looking back over the year, it's not just that bad test grade or that funny substitute teacher that we remember. What we do remember is what we were involved in and the fun we had with others. We remember characters in plays who made us laugh. We remember the Business Club trip we took to Denver, the service projects in Key Club. These are the things that separate this year from all of the others. These are what separates this small chapter in our lives from all of the others. These activities are how we carry on the traditions ~I of the past and how we set the trends of the future.
--by: Sarah Wright--
Lincoln East has housed the Dollfins Synchronized Swim Team for 32 years. Whet her they are dancing under the water, or on top of it, this group of 14 girls strives to be the bast.
Although many may think that synchronized
To promote the club and synchronized swimrr ing swimming could never be a 'real' sport, these swimmers in general, Do.llfins offers a clinic for all fifth to eighth tend to disagree. graders from our 'feeder' schools. This "Little Fins"
"We usually practice our routine for about half an workshop runs one hour every Tuesday starting in hour, and then with the rest of the time we can choose March. from the weight room, lap swimming, or underwater
"The kids have a lot of fun and they often com swimming," said senior president Marta Madsen. back the next year, or join the Dollfins team when th E/ "When it gets close to the show time we practice for come to East," said Madsen. about 3 hours."
All of the swimming, weigt,t lifting, and extens i ' e
Each year in April, Dollfins show off their hard flexibility work could sure tire a person out, but these work by performing a two-night show that consists of 10 girls are so used to it, it just becomes fun and routine to 12 acts. Each act has matching suits, make-up, and "I really like Dollfins, because it encorporates Knox Gelatin to prevent hair from getting in the way. music, gymnastics, and dance; all things that I love," The show is complete-with a musical theme and a light said Madsen. show.
Back row: Dara Schniederjans, Katie Hans, Kim Lowery , Amy Miles. Second row: MaFta Madsen, Ashley Morrison, Sheena Stuefer, Bridgett Trumble. First row: Jill Harmon, Ashlyn Schniederjans , Megan Semke, Erin Dempsey, Kim Rutledge. Not Pictured: Emily Korab and Sponsor Patty Cope (Photo by: Patty Cope).
Right two: Members of Dollfiris practice their "Finale " act and show the different formations and moves that are involved in synchronized swimming (Photos by: Patty Cope).
SCUBA Club
Left: Andrea Watt, J ustin Hoffman , Kaitlyn Sc hu ster, and Max Theis (Photo by: Bryce Kahle).
B ottom left: SCUBA Cl u b members are captivated by current statistic s given by D an Eddinger, an Env ironmental Scientist Project Manager (P hoto by: Bryce Kahle) .
B ottom righ t : Max T heis displays his u n derwater di ving skills during an LP S dive course (P hoto by : Bryce K ah le).
Once again East's SCUBA Club members offered their expertise to interested East students and staff. One purpose of SCUBA Club is to introduce students to scuba gear, educate them about diving, tell them about ideal diving spots, and encourage them to • eventually become scuba certified.
One way SCUBA Club exposed others to their sport was through 'Splash Parties'. These part ies 1 helped people gain experience under the water and to try something new. The 'Splash Parties' were an introduction to Scuba diving, and were lead by expert divers. " Splash Parties are a great opportunity for new 1 members," said senior President Max Theis. "It also gives SCUBA club members that aren't certified a chance to put on the gear and blow some bubbles on
the bottom of the pool. Usually the members bring • friends along, and then they get interested in the club, too."
This past year, there were three active members and a few inactive members. They are hoping that the coming years will bring more interest and eventually more members.
--Story by: Beth Bryant-SCUBA Club
The German Club had a lot of activities to choose from that they could be involved in thfs year. They have done fund-raising, planned on attending the Nebraska State German Student Convention, and were • involved in the German National Honor Society, as well as much more.
One activity that the students were looking forward to this school year was the Nebraska State German Student Convention , which has been held for about 25 years. The convention sponsors competitions as well as activities and more. Many participants were involved in the Knowledge Bowl , where they competed against other teams to find out who knew the most about the German language Winners received medals and awards. Participants also could try folk dancing, s i nging , and making crafts .
There were many more things that the German Club members wanted to involve themselves in this year, as well. They helped raise money for the Habitat House by selling Advent Calendars. Members enjoyed that project and hoped to do something else to raise more money for the house.
Other club activities included viewing German films, meeting at the Germans from Russia National Headquarters in Lincoln, and attending the International Fair at UNL.
"With all these activities , we were sure to have a lot of fun," said senior member Zach Young.
~~Story
by: Lyndsey Dee~~
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Thi~ year East ' s GLBTSA Club has done more than its share of making sure t' at those in need of help have found a way to _ get it.
"We have raised money for Nebraska AIDS Project , helped build the Habitat House , and raised money to put together baskets at the Malone center ,'· said sponsor Mike Baker.
This group got together. every Tuesday s ideas about future activities , including how to help o u more around school and the community , and makin g people more aware of the issues that have affected tt ~ir lives.
"We handed out information to people about h( N we felt on Issue 416 and hoped we could raise an awareness of what it could do," said sophomore me m ber Ross Felton.
One of the most important events they held th h year was a benefit concert to raise money for the grm J Nebraskans Against 416. The club members and th e sponsor have decided it was successful enough that they hosted another benefit dance in the spring.
Thanks to all of their hard work and help withi n the community and around the school, GLBTSA's grrn members not only got a chance to let their voices be heard, but they got the chance to make a difference ir other's lives.
~~Story by: Lyndsey Dee~~
We have people from all over the world right in our own school, but most students don't realize this. United ·Voices Multicultural Club is trying to change that. United Voices is a core group of students who think it's important for the student body to understand all of the different cultures, races, and religions present at East. •.They are trying to promote cultural awareness within the school.
Senior Leah Ashley has been involved in United Voices since its beginning.
"When I first came to East, I felt alone and I wanted other people to be aware of what it's like to be a minority in a predominantly white school," she said.
With only eight active members in the club this year, they were always looking to expand and grow as a club. Some things they did to experience other cultures included playing games such as cricket and dreidel. They attended Ramadan Night at UNL, and had a bulletin board that focused on different parts of other cultures and was updated every few weeks.
Senior Kellie Henderson wants more people to be aware of this multicultural club.
"It's an important club. We don't want to see it die," she said. "We want to see it continue growing
and building."
In the club itself, there is a lot of diversity. Henderson was born in Israel, another was born in Pakistan and another is Jewish. This diversity makes the meetings interesting and informative, and brings different perspectives to members. That is the way it is all throughout East, but unfortunately people don't see this.
"There are so many races and religions that no one is aware of. They assume that white is white, and they don't see beneath the surface," said Ashley.
Getting below the surface can broaden a person's perspective
"Don't be blind to it. Try to include everyone in all of your activities," said Henderson.
~~Story by: Ashley Morrison~~
More students try to help out in some way, but for a select group of East students, helping out has a whole new meaning. Peer Mediators work hard to try to help students directly, yet still letting them come to their own resolutions to their problems.
"The goal of Peer Mediators is to" try to work out people's problems before they have to turn to the administration," said senior member Jen Birdsall.
The Peer Mediators started their training in early August, spending two days learning strategies and rules, and holding mock sessions. Before anyone can utilize the group, they must agree to follow certain rules. The rules are: no name calling or offensive language, no interrupting, respecting the other person or people involved, and agreeing to talk to the Peer Mediators before they talk to each other.
One thing that is nice about having the opportunity to participate in a mediation is that everything that's been said in the room stays in the room. The only exception to this rule is that if anything illegal or harmful to others is said, the administration must be involved.
"The hardest thing about being a Peer Mediator is that you're not allowed to give advice to the people. You are just there to help them come to their own conclusion," said junior mediator Eric Trevino.
Surprisingly, there weren't very many mediation
sessions this year. During first semester there were only two sessions, and they involved the same peopl t The mediators for these sessions were Trevino and Lindsay Erwin.
"The first time was kind of scary because I did r t know what to do. Eric kept having to stop me from gi v ng advice to them," said Erwin. "If you don't solve their problems, it all is put on you. There is a lot of pressu r 3 to do well."
Even though not all mediators have had first-h , nd experience with mediating, they all benefited from the training sessions.
"The sessions are really intimidating. You're afraid that what you say would sound stupid or not m2 <e sense to the people you're helping," said Birdsall.
Hard as it can be, it's a worthwhile group to joi r
"Peer Mediating is a great opportunity to meet new people, and it's a great way to feel like you're a
of something," said Trevino. . .
~~Story by: Beth Bryant~~
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the net to find new ways to help the community and her peers (P hoto by: B yron Vierk) • •
Peer Helping is a class that h·e1ps students develop communication and leadership skills. The skills that these students learn help them to grow as people. Peer Helpers also learn how to help other people.
"Peer Helping doesn ' t feel like a class at all. It \ feels more like a group of friends dedicated to helping people," said junior Katie Srb.
Peer Helping offers many activities to help all types of people. One thing they do is try to make freshmen and other new students at East feel more welcome. They also help the ESL and special education students with their homework and other daily activities. This year, Peer Helpers went to elementary schools to work with younger students.
"I think that this is one of the best classes someone can take. It makes you feel good because the 1 elementary and special education students get so excited to see you coming," said junior Carli Cunningham. Another important thing Peer Helping did this
year was work with the City Mission. They held a resource drive and gathered clothing and food. They also adopted a family before Christmas through the City Mission. Using their own money, the students bought the family everything on their Christmas wish list.
"The students pick their own projects. It's neat to see them get really motivated and work hard to accomplish something," said teacher Jan Beeson.
The students in this class are recommended by a teacher. Although Peer Helping is only a semester class, it teaches students lessons they will keep with them for a lifetime After all, learning to help others is one of the best lessons there is.
~~Story by: Angela Kreifels~~
Peer Helpers
Fourteen Olympians attend East; Special Olympians, that is. They participate in a variety of sports including basketball, bowling, track, softball, swimming, t-ball, and socc -- r. The Special Olympics were created so ·students ."It really helps people with disabilities and it's who have physical or mental disabilities can participate really fun," she said. in sports competitively. These athletes are treated like Shelly Bruning also started Special Olympics t i 1is any other athletes at East. They have to keep their year. She has participated in swimming and basketb 111, grades up and they can earn an East letter if the but she also wants to become involved in softball an requirements are met. track in the future. For basketball and swimming, sh e Practices are held two to four times a month for practiced once a week on Thursday nights for about t vo each sport. Each sport has one local meet each year. hours. Her favorite part of Special Olympics is being From there, qualifying teams go on to the state meet in around her friends. Omaha. The winners receive gold, silver, and bronze "Special Olympics is reaUy fun and I like it a lot " 1 medals similar to the worldwide Olympics. said Bruning. Ashley Hart has participated in Special Olym-
All of the Special Olympians agree that they he ve pies since November. She bowled in the winter and a lot of fun. They like playing the games, being arour j I started track in March. She originally joined because it old friends as well as making new ones, getting to go o sounded like fun. Hart has made new friends through different places, and practicing. And, like all athletes , Special Olympics, including the 16 members on her they work very hard to continue improving in what the , team. do.
--Story by: Ashley Morrison--
Have you ever wanted to travel to a galaxy far, far away? Or to take a trip through time to the year 3050? That may not be possible, but the next best thing is talking to others who feel the same way.
Science Fiction Club gives students a chance to do just that. Sci-Fi's approximately twenty-five members meet twice a week after school to discuss the latest in far-out fiction. There is more to the club than just science fiction though. Junior member Katie Simpson feels there is something for everyone.
"We're not just science fiction, we do fantasy, we're interested in anime, we watch cartoons, and do mockeries and parodies," said Simpson.
The group does all kinds of activities together. They read science fiction books and discuss them, play Dungeons and Dragons and other role playing games, and take outings to see various movies such as Star Wars: Episode One . They don't just watch movies, though. The group has even created a couple of their
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own science fiction parodies to watch and critique during meetings.
The members of sci-fi club find it to be an escape from the real world. Sophomore member Jason Whittier likes the people.
"It's a kind of social group, we enjoy the same kinds of things," said Whittier.
"Science Fiction Club is our way of dealing with the world without' dealing with the drugs and other peer pressures. It's our way of getting away from it all," Simpson said.
Members of Science Fiction club hope to continue to explore the unknown for now, and in the future, when it may no longer be the unknown.
~~Story
by: Ashley Morrison~~
Are you up-to-date on all of the new technology that is governing our world? East ' Microtech Club members are. The mission of the group is to learn about the new forms technology and what generates technology.
"We love to keep up-to-date on _ new advancements of technology," said junior member Chris Tiwald.
They also help others stay informed.
"We try to teach others about computers and the Internet," said sophomore Treasurer Logan Lueking.
The club does more than discuss technology at their monthly meetings, though. They fund-raise for different causes, and work concessions at football games for general funds. They also help area businesses with their computer networks and keep them up and running.
"We do many things. We meet monthly, work
concessions, and help businesses," said junior mem ti e Alan Voight.
They also help individuals.
"One of our plans for this year is to build a co puter for the family that moves into the Habitat for Humanity house that the school is building," said Lueking.
The club has about 20 members who regularl y attend the meetings and events. Peggy Trumble ha s sponsored the club since its beginning, in 1989.
--Story by: Chris
Clifford--
Ambassadors have always been an active club at East. T ey are always willing to take on a project that will make the school a more welcoming place. This year, however, they had to do more with less.
Because of having fewer members than usual !r this year, it was more difficult for them to get things done, but they still managed to help the school and community. This year their main fundraisers were the annual Food Drive during the holidays and selling daisies in the spring. The money raised went to the school or the community.
Jan Beeson's role as the Ambassador's sponsor is to help them decide what fundraisers to hold and which charities to donate to.
"My role is to be there for the students and to guide them in their activities," said Beeson.
Senior Cassie Kozakiewicz is one of the several members who help show new students around. The group works to connect new students to the school and community, and to raise money for charities. She really enjoys meeting the new students who come to East. "You have to give the new kids a chance, because some of them are really cool," said Kozakiewicz.
Although the membership was down this yeac Ambassadors didn't let that fact stop them. They still provided service to their commuryity and school through volunteer work.
--Story by: Katie Knapp--
Math Club's goal is to get students interested in the many career .choices they have involving the math field.
"We usually have speakers about math careers we can pursue or we work on difficult math problems and then go over the solutions," said senior member Ashot Kotcharian.
Although members have their different reason for attending Math Club, extra credit seems to be on many of the student's minds.
"I went the first time to get extra credit for Ms. Penner's class," said freshman Metta Cederdahl.
Whether or not extra credit is the reason that students attend Math Club, it is a good experience for everyone involved. While members enjoy the challenging problems that they work on, the club also provides a
good learning experience considering math will stay w ith them for the rest of their lives.
"I thought it was interesting to listen to all the different career choices I have," said Kotcharian.
Sponsor Leona Penner organizes each of the meetings, whether it is getting a speaker or coming up with problems to have the students solve. She helps t 1e students solve the problems so that they understand t 11e easiest ways to come up with the solution. Along the way, members enjoy themselves as well.
"I went to Math Club with a lot of my friends an c it was a lot of fun," said Cederdahl.
- ~~Story by Angie Kreifels~~
Medical Club, a new club, is1or students who are interested in pursuing a career in the medical profession. It helps its members to explore the different choices they have in the profession.
"I enjoy listening to different medical professionals and what they are all about," said senior member Erich Schafer.
Members went to Bryan LGH East and toured the operating room and other facilities. Also, all of the members became CPR certified. At some of the meetings they had what they call "guts, gore and pizza." This is where they watch surgery on TV and eat pizza. Exposure to the profession is what draws most members.
"I enjoy getting to know what it will be like to go
down the medical path," said freshman member Lana Bougger.
This is the first year this club has been offered at East. Seniors Julie Jank and Beth Bryant both saw the need for this club. They helped put everything together, along with their sponsor Jan Tucker.
"The club is mostly seniors, so we are hoping we can get it started again next year," said Bougger.
~~Story by: Angela
Kreifels~~
Difference Makers is a unique club at East. Its 29 members were recommended by their sophomore teachers as students possessing an ability to make a difference in their community. Difference Makers focuses on developing leadership skills, reaching out to others, and taking charge to make projects happen. The club sponsors are Maryann Spahni and Karen Dress.
Spahni really enjoyed watching the students grow.
"I pulled back and let the seniors take charge in each project. I wanted them to develop and then use their leadership skills," said Spahni.
This year, Difference Makers created a semester calendar to hand out at New Student Orientation, sponsored an ESL party, went to the City Mission and helped the homeless, held a teddy bear drive and distributed over 250 bears at the Mourning Hope retreat for children. The group also worked concessions to raise money for the Habitat for Humanity project and gift wrapped at the City Mission.
"Gift wrapping was very touching. The students were so humble. They treated the men at the Mission with such respect," said Spahni.
Spahni lives by the motto "to whom much is giv en much is expected" and she has tried to share this with the students.
Senior Rachel Kvanli, historian of the club, take ( pictures of the activities and creates the club scrapboo 1 • Through all of her community service, Kvanli has learn ! C that even the littlest things can make a difference in people's lives.
"The men at the City Mission were so grateful fo , everything we did; the smallest things. Not only did w e do a servic~ for them, but also we were a friend to the r 1 , said Kvanli.
Clearly, this unique club has chosen its name well. East and Lincoln have reaped the benefits of the e 3 29 Difference Makers.
--Story by: Katie Knapp--
Have you ever wondered who is behind the school's plays or who decides why a certain play is chosen?
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The International Thespian Society (ITS) club is your winter plays. answer. This club is made up of some of the most dedicated
The group also hopes to go to New York and see some people at this school. musicals while they are there.
"This year we have a traveling troop that is going to "The group has gone in the past and we think it would perform at the local high schools and we are also going to be a great idea to go again," said senior president Andrew have two winter plays," said senior member and class repre- Danek. sentative Meredith Jacobs .
The group changed this year to have two winter plays, one before break and one after, instead of a fall play and a spring play The group also plans on going to districts and nationals this year with a performance of one of their
Along with ITS , drama club is also a very active club. They meet about twice a week and talk about plays and different musicals that are in the local area and try to attend as many as they can. The club is a beginning stepping stone for ITS .
Much like the hit television series Survivor, this year's Homecoming game was a memorable one! While no one was kicked off the island, two Kearney football players were sent to t h· hospital, in East's 41-35 double overtime win over the Bearcats. The island paradise theme say the dance. continued throughout the week!
" I look forward to the dance
Not only was the football game one because I like dances, but I like going of the highlights of the week, but many of single so I can mingle my way around , ' the students enjoyed the activities they said Homecoming queen Mere Jacob c: participated in throughout Homecoming Others agreed that hanging out with week. friends made it fun.
" I liked the activities because they "It gives you a chance to be wi tl created more school spirit and got all your friends, dance, hang out, and everyone more pumped up for the game have fun," said sophomore Jamie Ju m ) S. and the dance," said freshman Blake
All the thanks go to the speech Waggoner. and debate teams. This was their firs t.
Each day had a different theme to year of planning the homecoming da nc e get the school ready for the game and and activities. At times it was frustrati r g dance. The Homecoming committee for them, but they ultimately enjoyed tt a served ice cream, handed out salt-water chance to work with each other and hE p taffy, and offered hot chocolate on a very one another out to make everything cold morning. Students were also given perfect. the chance to win free tickets to the :, The best thin •g to see is the dance by answering trivia questions. results of how well everything came
If the students had to choose one together and how good a job we did ," thing that they look forward to the most said junior speech team member during Homecoming week, most would Amanda Flanagan.
~~Story
by: Lyndsey Dee~~
Homecoming King and Queen reunited at last! · (Photos by: Picture Man and Holly Davis)
Above: The varsity cheerleaders are doing their best to get the crowd going at the homecoming game (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
Top left: Coach Tonniges watches intensely as East prepares for double overtime in the Homecoming game against Kearney (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
Far left: Looks like sophomores Casey Beran and Kara K vanli are having a swinging good time! (Photo by: Natalie Hendrickson)
Left: Homecoming week is almost as fun as the game and dance itself (Photo by: Kyle Olinger)
• This club is definitely the most motivated this year. The club has built a house for Habitat for Humanity and have their sights set on state.
''We are really proud of everything that we have The major project that DECA was in charge of t h '. s done and what we are trying to do," said senior officer year was the Habitat for Humanity house. In addition t c, Justin Siefkes. actually helping to build the home, which was built in frrn
The club's main focus is to help students be- of the school and moved later, members also had to ra i 3E come informed and actively involved in the business $50,000 to pay for the home. It is the biggest project tr 31 world. DECA has ever been in charge of and members hope t 1 >
"It informs kids about careers and business have other projects in the future that are this involved \A itl opportunities," said senior officer Miranda Barth. the community.
Club members got together frequently for food
"It is a great achievement through Habitat of Huand fun, including trips to regional and national DECA manity and it gives a chance for a lot of students to acconferences, as well as to Kansas City's Worlds of tively get involved," said senior officer Jon Clifton. Fun. Beyond the fun though, members tackled an amazing project this year. ~~Story by:
Mark Reckmeyer-~
As a new club to East, the Future Business Leaders of America, or FBLA is beginning to establish itself as an active volunteer and business organization. Nonetheless, it is difficult for FBLA to compete against older clubs such as DECA o~ National Honor Society, because of membership numbers.
Last year was the first year East had FBLA, and many of the past officers and members were seniors. The president this year was Alison Darling, and the vice president was Kendra Doolittle. This year, FBLA faced 1 similar membership circumstances, which is why they tried to recruit younger members.
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FBLA's goal is to promote good leadership and preparation for the business world. Members of the East chapter focused their volunteer work on organizations such as MADD, March of Dimes, and Habit for Humanity. They raised money through fundraisers such as candle sales. Their fall candle sale was so successful that they planned to sell again in the spring.
"Our candle sales proved to be a good money maker, so hopefully we can sell them again," said Darling.
As FBLA members, Darling and Doolittle said that the trips are the best part of being active in the organization. Darling and Doolittle attended the Fall Leadership Conference in Wichita, Kansas, in 1999, and went with Hillary Miller to the 2000 FBLA National Conference in Denver, Colorado. In Denver, they learned about differen~ fundraisers, .activities, and about the organizations. that each FBLA chapter donates to.
"The idea of the conference is to gain leadership skills," said Darling.
In her role as a guide to the students, sponsor Kim Miller gets to "help them become successful." And that is what makes the job worthwhile to her.
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Front row: Hillary Miller, Sara Newlon, Jared Carlson. Second row: Alison Dinger , Mary Montgomery , Kendra Kazebeer. Third row: Kendra Doolittle, Alison Darling, Jill Baker. Fourth row: Brent Wilderman, Scott Harris. Fifth row: Advisor Dorann Johnston, Kim Miller. Not pictured: Justin Siefkes, Chuck Gangahar, Julie Jank, Hannah Klasek , Megan Denker, and Husham Kambal (Photo by: Megan Denker).
National Honor Society is one of the most reputable clubs at East. The students are known for their excellent achievement and good grades. The focus of t h e club is to take on extracurricular projects that help the school and community.
This year , the club had over 100 members , making it one of the largest groups at East. National Honor Society is a service organization for mainly seniors, although some juniors are members.
"It is geared toward academically strong students who want to get involved with ·extracurricular activities," said sponsor Susan Ptacek. "My role is to give advice to the students when needed. This is a club for students by students."
The club's officers help keep the members upto-date on the progress of the group's current service projects. This year's president was senior Jon
Clifton, the vice president was senior Alison Dinge r , and the secretary was senior Sara Brostrom. The officers see many benefits of being in the group.
"The club benefits everyone. Students learn how to work in groups and the community is helpe j by the service projects," said Dinger.
The club holds monthly meetings at which members can sign up to work on projects. The on l y requirement is that each student must be involved n at least one project, but there is no limit to how m e. y each student can do.
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Honor Society: Front row : (1 - r) Jenny Heiserman , Chris s Wendelin, Diana Pierson, Audrey Frantz , Kara Ficke , Jenny My e 3 , Bryan Rosenberger, Brian Butler, and Jennie Hughes. Second r v: Jake Hoppe , Matthew Peirce , Lindsay Polson , Katie Knapp, Me m Kinsey, Gera Olson , Sarah Finke , Kelly Tatay, Jenny Sibbel , Kim Remmenga , Kessondra Mays. Third row: Just in Siefkes, Marta Madsen , Ali Darling , Hannah Klasek, Alison Dinger, Sarah Chan r er, Kendra Doolittle , Miranda Barth , Kristen Ahrens Fourth row: La u e Einspahr, Jen Birdsall , Beth Bryant, Julie Jank , Sarah Jones, Shamar Young, Tyler Hille , Emily Brodersen , Jill Baker. Fifth ro w Brad Randazzo, Emily Hyatt , Kelly Lewis , Meg Beucke , Gary Williams , Susan Ptacek, Ashot Kotcharian (Photo by : Tiffany Ba u 1).
Student Council is one of the most recognized groups of student leaders at Ba st. Its members have had an active role since the school first opened. Since then, it has made great strides in sponsoring different events, chartering clubs, and help ing students, along with being involved ·in many fund-raising activities.
"Student Council is very focused on fundlraising for different school activities and for other helpful causes," said freshman member Melissa Pluss.
Two members, Eric Trevino and Joe Stivrins, attended the national convention in So'uth Carolina. The group also put on the first - ever Mr. East pageant, as well as some of the dances that were put on this year too.
The main goal this year was to promote school
unity and to help involve every type of student at East.
"We want to make every student feel involved and to help promote school spirit," said Eric Trevino. Sponsor J .J. Johnson has been a big part of helping student council reach all of its goals.
"She is the best sponsor ever," said sophomore member Justin Rife.
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Duncan Einspahr,
Kim Remmenga. Third row: Joe Stivrins, Chris Olson , Stacie Sibbel, Ashley Wells, Kathleen Christatos. Fourth row: Mrs. Johnson, Seth Rye, Melissa Pluss. Fifth row : Justin Rife , Eric Gerrard, Mike Remmenga, Alexis Schreiber, Kelly Espenschade. Not pictured: Lindsay Erwin, Diana Pierson , Chris Vasek , Coco Schrader (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
This year's Key Club was small, but mighty. Even though they only had nine members, they continued to make a difference in t~e community and around school. Key Club stands for Kiwanis Educating Youth, a group which helps raise money and coordinates events for the community.
"We raised money for Iodine Deficiency Disorder and held 'Senior Prom', which is a dance for senior citizens at Gramercy Hill Retirement Home," said junior member Jennifer Harbison.
The club met every Thursday and discussed what they could do around town. Sponsor Kevin Rippe
was in his first year teaching at East as well as his
year of leading the club.
Key Club
The club made a difference at East this year a 1c has bigger and better ideas for next.
~~Story by: Chris Clifford~~
The Ecology Club is another small but committed group at East. The club met weekly to talk about ways to create awareness about the environment. The club had about 14 members, each of whom loves to inform others about the problems we face in the future unless we change our lifestyles.
"We try to create awareness and figure out ways goal, they each had different ideas about what to do we can fix the environment," said sophomore member next. Ross Felton.
"We all love to help but sometimes don't always
The group raised money and sold things in order - agree on things," said Felton. to donate money to several environment protection services. While the students were focused on the same --Story by: Chris Clifford~~
On Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, if you go up to the aerobic room, you'll see people kicking, punching, doing flips, breaking boards with their hands {and feet), along with many other things. These 22 students make up the Martial Arts club. All 22 member . have broad ranges of practice, including, but not limited to Tae-kwondo, Karate, Kung fu, Kendo, Judo, and Jujitsu.
Martial Arts club was started in November 1999 by club presidents Ryan Dudney and Nick Salestrom, both currently seniors. They were hoping to increase awareness about martial arts
"The club ' s purpose is to educate peop le about the different styles of martial arts and to promote physical and mental well-being as well as learning valuable life skills," said Dudney
You don't have to have a black belt in karate to join either. People with any amount of experience are welcome, even if you have no experience at all. As long as you have an interest in martial arts, you are welcome. That ' s one of the best things about the club according to Salestrom.
"It allows people who haven't had a lot of experience in martial arts to get around people who have and learn from them, and it allows people with a lot of expe-
rience to be around others who have too," he said.
Martial Arts Club is not just about fighting, thou ! Jt They put together demonstrations for different events such as the Multicultural fair and Snatraps to show people the beauty of what they do.
"It's important to know that it's not limited to fighting. _ We practice mental exercises as well as phy !ii• cal ones and promote martial arts for peace," Dudney said
Martial Arts club continues to grow, mostly through word of mouth. Salestrom is proud to have been a part of it.
"It's been a cool experience putting the club together, and I'm really happy it all came through," sai 1i Salestrom.
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~~Story by: Ashley Morrison~~
Left: The members of the Martial Arts club: Front row: Chad Busboom, Nick Sale s trom , Mitch Graham; Middle row: Andrew Cox , Joe Stivrins, Jordan Bonnett , Mark Petro; Top row: John .Schrad , Jared Kasi , Justin Hoffman , Alan Richoux, Micah Sutton , Eric _ Janssen, Ryan Dudney (Photo by: Caitlin Phelps). ,
Long hours, late nights, lots of practice, and very little recognition are some things that East's Speech and Debate students face throughout their season .
"It's extremely frustrating with putting in the long hours and getting very little rec6gnitio n," said sponsor Matt Davis.
Speech and Debate are two separate groups that generally meet together and attend the same meets, but compete in different areas. Speech focuses on speaking, gestures, and words, and speech events include several competitors, whereas Debate focuses more on argumentative skills and proving a point to the judge. Debaters go one-on-one against their competitors. Both teams hope they can keep up their long-standing tradition of winning state at East.
"We have won the most championships out of any other sport or other club at school and really hope that we can keep up .the tradition of bringing home all the awards," said junior Mandi lrions.
Right: Seniors Chuck Gangahar and Amit Chakraborty look up current events for their debates (Photo by: Alex Felton).
Along with the many championships they have won come many skills that they can use for the futur e Speech and ·Debate members learn how to write clea and precisely, they learn techniques for putting their thoughts together, managing time, and being organiz o
"I have learned to be organized as well as general rhetorical skills, how to analyze topics in a logica l way and so much more that will help me out with oth e , things now and •in the future," said junior Christopher Tiwald.
In the end, Speech and Debate members hop e that, with all the hard work they put into something th E really love, they will get recognition like the other spar and activities at this school.
~~Story by: Lyndsey Dee-~
Take 80 junior and senior singers, add a new director who hadn't worked with high school kids before and you might not expect them to have an outstanding year. But think .again, because that's exactly what they had.
Singers had eight performances this year, including a fall concert, the musical "South Pacific," a winter concert, the All-City Choir Competition, Expressions, the end-of-the-year concert, and graduation. Dr. Norman Regier had a tough role this year, not knowing how things had been done in the past, but came through with very good results.
"This year was hard with a new director but we tried to do a lot of things the same as last year," said senior Kari Mikelson.
•Having a new director, though, gave the Singe
a chance to teach each other.
"It was a really hard year having to start over a r1d even acting as teachers ourselves at times when Dr. Regier wasn't really sure what to do," said senior Cliff Wilson.
The group came together very well, though, a n t was very happy with all of their performances this ye a . ~~Story by: Mark ~eckmeyer~~
Front row (1-r): Liz Leach , Jim Pa lmer, Kara Ficke, Brian Butler, Beth Bry ant, Lindsey Hayes, Josh Bulow, Beth Varney, Maggie Wood, Andrew Brennfoerder, Caroline Ebers, Lindsey Bartels, Bryan Rosenberger, Kristen Dickey , Kris Dotson, Kyle Olinger , Abbey Karr, Christian Huebner, Juli e Jank, Jamie Enderle. Second row: Rachel Kvanli, Matt Hinkley, Mackenzie Mueller, Jeff McNaught, Taylor Hahn, Stephanie Dilworth , Mere Jacob i Cliff Wilson, Zach Young, Cameron McDaniel, Andrew Prior, Brad Randazzo, Brandon Hartsock, Megan Kinsey, Emily Daniel, Katie Willman, M c Stavas, Kally Duling, Jen Birdsall , Maura Viehl. Third row: Nate See, Chris Olson, Jordan Berlin, Marisa Pont, Benji Vander Broek , Sara Moore, :g Beucke , Ryan Fleming, Jessica Connelly, Laura Peterson, Erich Schafer, Sara Fairbanks, Jeff Kirchner, Kelly Magnuson, Kelle Gude, Tabi Dubas , Sa a Brostrom, Eric Schmidt, Katie Knapp, Jason Carlile, Matt Pierce. Back row: Taylor Ullrich, Paul Hackworth, Marta Madsen, Kelli Egr, Jaime Meye ,. John Carlson, Nicole Vaccaro, Shawn Wiegert, Kari Mikelson, Tony Lintel, Nichole Lucchino, Emily Beckwith, Chris Young, Mike Kohel, Darren Keen (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
Singers
This year was a year of learning for East's Swing .Choir. Members were on their own much more than in years past
"We had to make up a lot of our own choreography and we had a lot of harder tricks than last year," said junior Jim Palmer.
The group made up of 14 singers, included seven boys and seven girls, who danced and sang in competitions and performances throughout the year.
"We worked really hard this year and tried to
keep the style similar to what we're used to," said junior Jessica Connelly.
The group had about ~O performances this year and members were very happy about the year in gen- • eral. The performances were mainly made up of competitions, but they also included concerts throughout the year .
~~Story
by: Mark Reckmeyer-~
Far left: Senior Jamie Enderle and junior Andrew Brennfoerder harmonize during a performance (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
Beth
Chris
and junior
Swing Choir members (1-r)
Front row: Jim Palmer, Bryan Rosenberger, Andrew Brennfoerder, Chris Olson, Josh Bulow, Brian Butler, Jeff Kirchner. Back row: Jamie Enderle, Stephanie Dilworth, Jessica Connelly, Beth Varney, Sara Fairbanks, Kelly Magnuson, Kara Ficke (Photo by : Tiffany Baum).
The Bellavoce singing group created some excellent music this year. While learnin to work with a new teacher, they continued to put on award-winning performances.
Bellavoce is an all-girls group made up mainly of juniors as well as a few sophomores and seniors. The group's 20 members worked hard, practicing every day and performing in the fall and spring.
"It's a fun time to hang out with friends and sing at the same time," said junior member Jenny Seefeld.
The singers enjoy the friendships they have made and the talents they strengthened in the class. This group enjoyed fun times as well as the ability to express themselves in a way they love.
~~Story by: Chris Cilfford~~
Right: Susie Ingram, Mariana _,,,-- -.Silveira, Sheena Stuefer and Kim Baker learn a new song from Dr. Regier (Photo by: Megan Denker).
Far Right: Bellavoce members Carly Fusselman, Katie Dean, Jenny Seefeld , and Natalie Hendrickson take their practices seriously (Photo by: Megan Denker).
Another rising musical group at East is Spartan Men, composed of about 40 guys. It is one of the only all-guy groups in the state, which is an honor for East.
"It's enjoyable to do stuff with other people when you have the same interests," said sophomore member Tom Rice.
Despite the occasional frustrations and working
extra hard right before a performance, these guys like the friendships and the doughnuts that Spartan Men provides.
~~Story by: Chris Cilfford~~
The girls of Chamber Choir Ii ten attentively to Dr. Regier' suggestions (Photos by: Kyle Olinger).
This has been a transition year for many of East's singing groups, but everyone is still having fun.
"This year has been different from the past four
Chamber Choir's small size is also helpful to its years that I've been a part of singing groups, but it's still members. They like the in-depth and one-on-one help a lot of fun," said senior Chamber Choir member Jenny they get in this more intimate class setting. Myers --Story by: Chris Cilfford~~
Shades of Blue and Echoes may have different names, but these groups sha re a lo v of music.
"We try to sing a wide variety of music and learn about all the different styles, " said teacher Joni Osborn
Both of these freshman groups have forma l concerts and performances at a variety of p laces , such as senior centers and community meetings throughout the year.
" Performing is the best part , because that's the reward ," said freshman Echoes ' s i nger Elizabeth Vander Broek .
Shades of Blue and Echoes singers work hard
each day to improve t he i r ta rent wh il e having f un e xp ressing themse lve s
• " It's a fun class because I enjoy sing i ng a nd th ~re are a lot of di fferent people i n it ," sa id fres hm a n S ha ees of Blue singer Kelsey Scheib l hofe r.
Students from both groups agree t ha t Mrs. Osborn has he lped them to i mprove wh ile m aki n g t h e class more enjoyab le for everyone .
" She is a lot of f un and she a lways get s e v ery c 1
involved," said Yander Broek. ~~Story by: Angie Kreifels~ -
2000-2001
Jennifer
Erin
Top left: Horiz~ns 2000-2001
Back row : Sarah Stetkovich , Felicia Reding, As hley Walter Bethany
Thelander , Katie Judds, Lindsay Bailey, Amy Chandler, Bethann Beery Third row: Amanda Boone , Angie Mccawley , Kenzie Lillie , Stephanie Gubser, Amy Rasmu sen , Megan Dabbert, Heather Poysa, Stephanie Knust. Second row : Laurel Hadley , Lauren Christensen , Misha Pisarenko , Kim Herron , Nikki Hine , Stephanie Guido , Amy Reynoldson, , Emily Thorson , Alena Balasanova Front row : Lacey Remmenga, Heather Hoke , Brittany Black, Corrie Carlson , Jenna Rihanek , Caitlin Bals , Anna North (Photo by : Natalie Hendrickson ).
Lower left: Images 2000-2001
Back row: Mandie Craw, Bo-Yie Kim , Jacey Bulow, Ashley Sabin , Jennifer Bath, Julie Oseka. Third row: Chantal Griffin, Julie Matczyszyn , Mikala Irons, Lauren Ellingson , Erin Smith, Stephanie Sveen, Kaitlyn Hipple Second row: Alli s on Daniel, Elizabeth Wild, Kristin Fassnacht , Joslyn Kolbe, Heather McNenny, Joanne Fruhwirth. Front row : Sydney Stanard, Emily Spalding, Lauran Bu11, Rachel Loy, Katherine Krohn, Casey Mooberry, Whitney Gillette (Photo by: Teal Gardner).
Left: FSO 2000-2001
Back row: Heidi Varney, Jennifer Bede , Anna Huebner. Sixth row: Carrie Penn, Ashley Wellman Fifth row: Jenna Michel.sen , Casey Beran. Fourth row : TJ Jones , Michael Sanchez-Masi. Third row: Colleen Small, Katy Dornbos. Second row: Jared Schoettger, Jesse Smith. Front row: Erin Wencel, Betsy Bowhay (Photo by: Kyle Olinger)
East's three sophomore choirs have been busy once again this year.
The two all-girl choirs, Horizons and Images, and "Mrs. Osborn is really cool! Everyone says really the mixed, For Sophomores Only, worked hard every nice things about her," said Horizons member Heather day to progress in their singing. The choirs had many Poysa. "She makes everything a lot of fun." opportunities inside and outside of school for them to Horizons was a new choir created this year, show others just how hard they had worked. because of the large number of people who were inter-
FSO performed at churches and at a Christmas ested in singing. Even though it is a large group, the party at the Federal Building. members seem to act like a family.
"One of my favorite things about performing
"A lot of my friends are in Horizons, and it's a outside the school is being able to see the faces of your really nice environment for us. It's almost like we're one audience," said FSO member Ashley Wellman. "I big family," added Poysa. wanted to be a singer when I was younger, and I'm glad
The sophomore groups did a great job this year, that my dream is starting to come true." and they all seemed to have fun with the other singers
Joni Osborn and accompanist Sherry Meyer were as well as with the music itself. by their sides all of the way. ~~Story by: Beth Bryant~~ FSO/Horizons/Images
Jazz band students get the chance to express themselves differently.
"The students get to be creative and actually create music as they play," said _ director Jeff Lean.
As the band becomes more creative, musicians get a chance to come together and form a close-knit bond. This band gets to play less serious, more upbeat pop music, and since there is only one person on each part, the band gets to use electronics with its music, too. This variety makes it a popular class.
"There are many things to like about jazz band," said junior pianist Katie Milius.
Competitions, concerts, and trips provide many
opportunities for the band to have fun and play the music they have worked extremely hard on.
This year, the band competed in Lincoln, Miss u as well as in other places. Even with all of the opport Lnities the class provides, some jazz band players ha w ideas for improvement.
If there was one thing to change about jazz ba r "We need more girls," suggests Milius.
East offers three jazz band classes so musicia r E of all ages and abilities have the chance to come together creatively.
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by: Lyndsey Dee~~
Left: Seniors Clara Son and Annie Woudenberg .practice before East's first concert (Photo by: Jung Suh).
Back row: Elizabeth V ander Broek, Rebecca Ore, Becca Striman, Amy Schmidt, Nate Carlson , Laura Livingston, Ashley Morrison, Adam Butler, Josh Philson. Fifth row: Director Del Whitman, Sydney Stanard, Ashley Jensen, Catherine Wadhams, Alison Daharsh , Alissa Ridenour, Christine Osborn, Ross Young, Yosuke Saito, Diana Lu, Nancy Cherng , Laura Philipps, Christine Fang, Dana Hahn. Fourth row: Stacy Henderson , Liz Stockstill, Byron Vierk, Mark Petro, Marc Bettis, Kaitlyn Schuster, Kristin Miles, Ashley Streit, Eric Janssen, Erich Schafer. Third row: Clara Son, Annie Woudenberg, Danny Tylka, Tom Dunbar, Marta Madsen, Tracie Snider, Shalla Alnwick. Second row: Carey Collingham, Jill Harmon, Allison Osborn, Kim Collingham, Nick Hoefs, Chris Sonderegger, Jussi Virtala, Dana Farrand, Anna Wolf. Front row: Kara Kvanli, Amy Miles, Elizabeth Vierk, Cara Pirruccello, Kate Germer , Mikaela Miller, Ian Radke, Erin Benham.
The ' Lincoln East High School Orchestra has been busy once again this year. Their year began with lots of practice, and finally they got to show their stuff at a concert in October with the Singers. They were a hit. The crowd loved them.
Their next event was a trip to Oakview Mall in could not only get the notes right, but also to get com• Omaha where they performed a Christmas concert for fortable with the style. shoppers to enjoy.
"Sometimes it's hard to practice because we're
Although they will have more concerts before the all at different skill levels, but overall we all work as a end of the year, the one that they have the most fun team," said Vierk. with is the finale concert. During this, they choose a
Although it seems like orchestra must consume theme for their show, make a set, and even dress in so much more time outside of school, the members costume. enjoy it. They even do fun activities together to take a
"We always put a lot of work into the finale con- break from the stress of practicing. cert, and it means a lot when students attend," said "Volleyball is a real fun way to end the year, senior violin player Byron Vierk. cause it gives us a chance to take stuff out on the
In order for the finale concert to be a success, freshmen," added Vierk. they practiced their music over and over again so they ~~Story by: Beth Bryant~~
Orchestra
• This year's musical was different from years past. The musical took the student bo y on a journey back to World II, to a story about love between a sailor and a nurse.
"The best part was the experience of acting with other people. I learned a lot about how to act," said John Christensen, who played Commander Haverson.
Everyone who was in the musical had to practice three nights a week for about three hours each night. For the leads, it also took a lot of outside practice, memorizing their lines, and putting it all together.
"The scripts were late coming in so we had to readjust and make up lost time," said Christian Huebner , who played Emile DeBeque.
With so many people involved in putting on the musical, everyone had to cooperate and listen to each other.
"We worked fantastically well together," said Huebner.
The musical took a lot of time and practice, making it difficult for everyone to keep up with their Taylor Ullrich (right) preps Jim Palmer for the show (Photo by : Andrea Scheiblhofer).
schoolwork. But with all the talent and hard work, th musical turned out to be unforgettable.
"It was a great experience, and made me rea l i .rn that I want to go into musical theatre," said Beth Var r y who played Nellie.
Dr. Norman Regier and Ms. Erin King also pu t in a lot of time and effort. They helped everyone devel o) their characters and helped to make the musical as wonderful as it was.
"They did really good and helped everyone a 1 1 >t, especially since we only had a month to practice," s a j Josh Bulow, who played Lieutenant Cable.
All the time and work it took for everyone involved in making the musical made the experience 0 1 being in it just as unforgettable and wonderful as th e show itself.
--Story by: Angie Kreifels--
The men sing to Bloody Mary (Meredith Jacobs) as she sells them grass skirts (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
left: Adam Kovar figures out the lights for the night's show (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Left: Chaos as everybody gets ready for the show (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Left: Nellie (Beth Varney) talks with Emile
OeBeque (Christian Huebner) on the set (Photo by: Andrea Scheiblhofer).
Right: Drurnline members and junior drum majors Kim Rutledge and Ashlyn Schniederjans march in the Harvest of Harmony parade in Grand Island (Photo courtesy: Marlene Rutledge).
Below: Junior trombone player Clay Masters and sophomore trumpet player Aaron Hill practice their duet with the band before a game (Photo by: Erin Dempsey).
Far Below: The Lincoln East Marching Band 20002001 (Photo contributed by: Jolesch Photography).
Drum Majors: Abbey Karr, Kim Rutledge, Ashlyn Schniederjans. Piccolos: Michelle Albers, Erin Anderson , Jordan Berlin , Karen Bl oo mqui s t , Lan a Bougger, Beth Bunde , Alli sy n Cowles, Erin Dempsey , Anastasia Fischer, Melissa Frohner, Amy Hardin , Brittney Harri s, Lauren Head, Joy Kotschwar , N a t alie Kovar , Kelli Mihulka, Am y Mile s , Lind sey Million , Jenna Mosier, Emily Packard, Marisa Pont, Lizzy Raasch, Debra Reisdorff, Sonja Schindler, Karen Schmidt , Megan Semke , Emmaly Stelk , A shley Thoma ss en , Bridgett Trumble, Stephanie Tucker , Ashley Walter, Mindy Wicks , Rachel Williams, Cassie Wilson , Julie Winsernan, Anny Wong , Amber Wunderlich Clarinets: Beth Arun ski , Erin Be nham , Courtney Da vid s on , Lyndsey Dee, Phil Frost, Chantal Griffin, Jennifer Harbison Scott Harris Stacy Hender son Lonna Hughes, Jonna Huseman Shannon Keeler Corb y Kri ck, Kelly Kurtzer Malinda Lammers, Erica Leipold , Kirn Lowery, Monica Martinez, Liz Middleton , Arny Nil s on , Meli ss a Oehring , Sarni Schindler, Jenna Shimonek, Katie Simp son Saxaphones: Jared Bra ss, Megan Charko, Anna Christy, Holly Da v is David Everett Dylan Fink Adam Graham Jeff Han s, Aaron Johnson Nate John s on Dan Ke s sler Emily Ko rab M atthew Kozi sek Kerri Kreifels , Kurt Lefler, Michael Mason-D Croz , Julianne Matczyszyn , Derek McCallister, Laura McCallister, Katie Miliu s, Kelsey Mitchell , Cory R a be, Ke ndra Roller , Derek Springman , Aaron Stubbendieck , Max Theis , Jason Whittier, Nathan Zelinski Trumpets: Chantel Amack, Joy Boardman, Paul Brandt , Nicolas Cantarero , Kathleen Chri statos , Jame s Coleman, Sean Connealy, Anna Cox, Rosemary Crawford , Cole Davison, Vince Dawson , Eric Dinsdale, Ben Evans , Paul Ewalt, Scott Fisher, Dillon Forst, Scott Fossberg , John Franti , Greg Gale, Ryan Haase, Trent Haun , Andrew Hanrath , Aaron Hill, Amber Honeycutt, Kinsey Hustad , Jared Kasi, Mandy Kraus, Brandon Langer, Brian Malone , Adam McKee , Jake Metzger , Chri s Mrkvicka, Grace Nilson, Rob Norris, Pat Park, Lindsey Reineke , Soott Roseland , Mike St. Germain , Adam Stehlik, Megan Strain , Philip Voigt, Chri s Watson, Tom Weinberg, Dan Williams. Mellophones: Kristen Burson, John Carlson, Jennifer Deaton , Sarah Hranac, Kristin Nelson, Anna Owornoyela , Jenna Rihanek , Jared Schoettger , Becca Striman , Erin Wencel, Alex Wright, Lindsey Zehner. Baritones: Sara Benham, Paul Bruns , Eric Heyl, Ben Scheyer , Wes Wright. Trombones: Scott Bennett, Lucas Brown, Nate Elias , Patrick Howard , Torn Hranac , Eric Huggins, Ashley Koop·, Jake Loy, Clay Masters , Kirn Petri, Andrew Prior, Sara Roseland. Tubas: Carson Bohlmann , Jon Clarke , Rachael Deaton , Mike Kohel , Kristin Miles , Josh Olson, Ryan Schafer, Jeff Sherrill. Drumline: Kyle Blythe , Neil Bobenhouse, Matt Bremer, Kelli Ceraolo , Phillip Christensen , Megan Cruickshank , Allison Daniel, Tyler Dutter, Brian Garey Morgan Grubbe, Katie Hans Mandy Harring, Sandie Ingram, Amanda Irons David Janovec Kyle Jensen, Adam Kovar, Jeff Mericle Greg Nissen, Derek Petersen, Jarrett Portnoy, Leslie Portz, Aaron Rinehart, Sean Ross, Chris Sonderegger, Pat Swanson , Andrew Tyler , Nicole Vaccaro, Heidi Varney, Travi s Villanueva , Liz Wild , Garrett Wright. Flag Corps: Ashley Bell, Sarah Bell , Katie Bossung, Jamie Bruce , Sara Callies, Ashley Carman, Arny Christensen , Ashley Garey, Cassie Lanning , Megan O'Neill , Alyssa Penkava, Amanda Potter, Tracie Snider, Sheena Stuefer, Ashley Wessale Twirler: Ashley Christensen Directors: Ky Hascall , Jeff Lean , Del Whitman , Student Teacher Ms Beresh
Marching Band
Who are all those people outside the school early every fall morning making all that music? They're the 234 members of East's Marching Band! •
Marching band is not just a class. One of the biggest motivators is It is a way of life. Members spend extra being the best they can be and getting a time at school for sectionals, evening "one :' at State. practices, football games, and preparing
"It's a good experience especially for competitions. The extra time gives if you want to pursue a music career," them a chance to make new friends and said sophomore trench horn player Alex work as one family, not just a group. Wright.
"I love the bus rides to competi-
The time commitment marching tions with all the silly trumpets and getting band requires can create some problems. to know older people in band so I don't
"There are conflicts with work feel alone at school," said freshman schedules and other school related trumpet Rosemary Crawford. activities that make it difficult to decide Band is a way of life and takes a between band and another activity," said lot of hard work and effort from every junior trumpet player Greg Gale. student to stay on task and get things
Despite the cold mornings, the accomplished. If one student is gone, it long hours, and other conflicts , these can make a performance difficult to students have one thing in common that perfect. keeps them going: they all care. And
"It takes a lot of hard work, time they each have good advice for newcomand practice. Some people don't realize ers. how long it really takes to get things perfect and the difficulty of marching and playing at the same time," said senior clarinet player Ashley Robison.
"Don't forget your warm clothes, because you'll need them," suggests Crawford. • ~~Story by: Lyndsey Dee~~
As first semester drew to a close, many East Marching Band members joined Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, or Wind Ensemble. They also had a chance to prepare for the performance of a lifetime.
Every two years, East High musicians have the opportunity to take a trip. Two years ago, they took a trip to Disney Land in Los Angeles. This year, they traveled to the opposite end of the country and marched in Orlando, Florida. They visited Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, Cocoa Beach , MGM and Universal Studios. They marched at the Magic Kingdom, including the Epcot Center. They also played at the Disney Sports Complex. The purpose of the trip was to perform at these three locations, and also to have fun.
Senior Ashley Robison realized that this was the last marching band performance of her life, and that she will never be in a large performing group like this ever again. For Robison, the most memorable moment of the trip was at the finale of their last performance.
"I realized that I will miss all of the friendships that I have made over the last four years. Marching Band grows on you, as much as you don't want it to!" Robison said.
Junior color guard member Ashley Carman said that her favorite part of the trip was marching in Magic Kingdom.
"All of the kids looked at the flags like we were stars, and we felt respected," said Carman.
The trip was all work, and all play for campus security guard Ron Robinson
"The whole trip was great; from when we got there to when we got back. The weather was great, too," said Robinson.
For senior drum major Abbey Karr, the beginning of a new semester meant the end of four long years of hard, timeconsuming work.
"Now that I'm finished with being a drum major, I feel like I have this big empty space from all of the time that I dedicated to it," said Karr.
Many seniors are asked why they stay in instrumental music for so long. The answer is not simply because of the trips, but because of the friendships that are made and the electric feelings they • get when performing.
"All the seniors were teary eyed at the end of our last performance," Robison said.
~~Story by: Katie Knapp--
(Photo by: Holly Davis )
Below : The Lincoln Ea t Marching Band perform at Epcot (Photo contributed by : Kim Rutledge).
Bottom: Senior in Marching Band gather at MGM. Front three: Adam Graham , Amy Christensen , Greg Ni s sen. Back row: Paul Bruns , Ryan Haase , Mike Kohel, Mike St. Germain , Scott Harris , David Janovec , John Carlson , Amanda Harring , Abbey Karr, Aaron Rinehart , Kim Petri , Ashley Robison , Erin Benham, Max Theis , Pat Park. Camera Shy: Lyndsey Dee and Kerri Kreifels (Photo contributed by Erin Benham).
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but that didn't stop the crowd from coming to the game to cheer on the football team. Down by 14 with four minutes left, it looked like the Spartans were doomed to lose. Looks, however, can be deceiving. A twist offate, four touchdowns, and two overtimes later, East brought home a memorable 2000 Homecoming win against Kearney.
The football team wasn't the only one that had some close games. Each team had its share of excitement. Close calls or not, every East team had a desire to win, and the fans shared that desire. That desire is what pushed East athletes to put in many hours ofpractice each week. It's the hope ofwinning that • one game that meant so much to athletes, teams, and fans. It's that desire that filled stadiums and playing fields, even on the darkest of nights.
Unlike recent seasons, the varsity softball team did not start out with a big bang this year. This season took a lot more work than the girls had planned. Once they all decided to work together and stay focused, they started to turn their season around.
" We always tried to play as a team, but finally, halfway through the season, we put everything together and started winning games," said senior varsity player Elizabeth Dow.
That turnaround ·helped lead East to its 100th win since the sport was first offered at East. The historic moment came in a 5-2 victory over Southeast. The Knights proved to be key motivators in the junior varsity season, as well.
" We loved our game against Southeast because we accomplished our goal of defeating them and obtaining a winning record," said junior varsity player Molly Larson.
Season highlights for the players were as varied as their opponents.
" I will definitely remember most of all that we were City League Champs," said junior varsity player Lindsay Bailey.
For the varsity team, it was a chance to come together that meant the most.
" Though we did not do as well as we hoped or thought we would, the season ended
better than it started and that is what made it worth all the hard work," said varsity player Kelly Kurtzer.
Like the varsity team, the reserves also had a difficult season, but they played well together and won almost half of their games, thanks to determination, hard work and communication.
"We understood each other and what we had to do to win," said freshman second baseman Mallory Munger.
Their biggest turnaround game was against Southe ast when East won by one. Another big game was against Fremont.
In their game against Fremont, the two teams fought it out and went into Sudden Death where East won 14-4.
"I think we had a good season. We won a lot of games and played good offensively," said freshman Stasi Sattler. •
Kenny Cope, the reserve team's coach, helped lead the team through their great season. This year was his first year working with the team.
"He was a really good coach and always had a positive attitude," said freshman Lauren Schulz.
That positive attitude helped the team view its season as a success.
,.,,.,Story by: Angela Kreifels and Lyndsey Dee,.,,., . .
Left: Varsity catcher Jamie Stock looks overhead as she catches the ball at home plate (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
Middle Left: JV player Erin Schultz takes a few practice swings while her teammate Jenn Bede starts off the game with a blast to left field (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
Below: Reserve player Stasi Sattler swings and misses a pitch early in the game against Northeast (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
Left above: JV softball shows their team unity before and after every game (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
Left: Reserve Coach Cope sums up the highlights in a team meeting following the game (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
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This year may mark the end of the line for East gymnastics. With the departure of Lincoln East gymnastics coach, Dave Eppert, and the elimination of the state meet, the future of East gymnastics may be in danger.
"I hate to see such a wonderful sport start to disappear for kids," said Eppert. 'Tm really going to miss being with them."
This year's gymnasts appreciated everything that Coach Eppert did for them, and hope that he is as well received at his new job in Arizona.
"Coach Eppert was a really good coach. He always pushed us to work on new skills. I'm really going to miss how his support helped us through things and encouraged us to do better," said freshman gymnast Jolene Kliment.
Despite signs that high school gymnastics will no longer be functional in Nebraska, the gymnasts are optimistic that it will indeed continue. For freshman Stephen Tetrault, high school gymnastics is a blessing.
"I just moved here recently from Winnipeg, Canada, and gymnastics here is so much better than gymnastics in Canada," said Tetrault. "I really hope that it will continue, and I will do everything I can to make
sure that it does. We've been talking to some coache s and parents about helping out, and many are willing 1 do so."
For senior KellyTatay, it has been a great 4 years of high school gymnastics. In 1999 she scored a 9.75 on vault, and is now the current school record holder in that event.
"I've put a lot of time and effort into gymnastics, and it would make me sad to see it go. I want other people to have the opportunity to do somethin ; as fun as gymnastics," said Tatay.
Lincoln East gymnasts had a great year. The girls worked very hard this season and, as a team, wo the Southeast Invite, were LPS champs, and placed third in State. Although the guys suffered a bit this year because of low participation, they also did well a learned a lot of new things. in the process.
"The boys did really well, and learned a lot ir very short time," said Eppert. "We suffered the loss < Jason Wassung to shoulder surgery towards the begin ning of the season which set the boys back a little bit but they kept on trying."
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Lincoln High 8-1 w Grand Island 8-1 w Iii
The coming years look bright for East boys tennis, thanks to the Ju~ior Varsity and Reserve boys Tennis teams. The Junior Varsity team pulled offa stunning season with only one loss. They lost to Southeast, but turned around to beat the Knights at home to earn the city championship.
"We played really well and had a superb season," said junior Sridhar Ayala.
When the team had down moments, they put some extra emotion and effort into their matches and ended up on top. The team was also plagued by injury this season. Several key players suffered game ending injuries. But they turned it around.
Senior Jake Hoppe makes a nice save during practice (Photo by: Byron Vierk).
"Our only down part of the season was the
loss," said Ayala.
• While all members played well, one player s t oo1 out. He was freshman Jerall Smith. Smith put ext n effort into his matches, which in turn motivated
of the team and led them to victory.
"The team got motivated by the play of Jer
He had .an excellent season," said Freshman Jared L ue1
This year's Junior Varsity and Reserve boys tennis teams had excellent seasons and have high expectations for many seasons to come.
~~Story by:Chris Clifford~~
Even though the girls Golf team didn't win state this year or have any individual winners they still have big hopes for the future.
"We have good team unity and we all play consistently." said senior Megan Denker.
The team was very strong and finished consistently in the top three with the exception of state and two other meets. This year the team also beat Southeast for the first time in the past two years.
"This year we tried to involve the freshmen more and tried to get more team unity," said senior Jessica Jensen.
This year was also the last year for the girls golf coach, Vicky Johnsen.
"She was a great inspiration for us," said senior
Left: Senior Megan Denker keeps her eye on the ball during ·drivingrange practice in preparation for the next meet. Denker, a team captain, placed in the top three in the Kearney and Grand Island invites (Photo
Jessica Tomasek. "She always kept our hopes up eve n when we were way behind."
The team went through some high points a d low points this year including placing fourth in Nor -o and sixth in the Southeast Invite and bouncing back with a second place finish in the LPS Tournament a11 d by winning the Spartan Invite. With an average of placing third this year, the team was hoping for bett 1 r results, but were very pleased with the competition.
The junior varsity team competed in a few tournaments and placed well in them. The team ha < good year· and is hopeful for the future.
'The girls work very hard and are very enth Lsi astic for next year," said coach Vicky Johnsen ,..,,..,St ory by: Mark Re c kmeye r,..,,..,
Left: Senior Jessica Jensen lines up a putt during a late-season tournament. Jensen, a team captain , consistently placed in the top six during the season (Photo
Lower left: Coach Vicky Johnsen looks on as sophomore Frannie Bruening hits a long drive during practice. Bruening took first in the LPS JV Tournament. This was Johnsen's last year as East's girls golf co'ach (Photo by: Megan Denker).
Below: .Senior Jessica Tomasek , a team captain, takes .a practice swing before approaching the ball on the driving range She qualified for State and placed in the top ten in several meets this season (Photo by: Megan Denker).
NWU Invite (B) 6th (G) 2nd
Fremont Invite No scores
Harold Scott Invite (B) 6th (G) 3rd
GI Invite (B) 4th (G) 1st
LPS (East Host) (B) 2nd (G) 3rd
HAC (SE Host) (B) 3rd, (G) 3rd
District A-4 (B) 3rd (G) 2nd
Future Stars (JV) (B) 2nd (G) 3rd
State (B) 10th (G) 5th
In preparation for the season cross country members tried to stay in shape outside of school. Man y lifted weights and ran everyday throughout the summer.
" I ran by myself everyday this summer and towards the end of the summer, I pumped iron with my team, " said sophomore Sandie Ingram.
Other members stayed in shape in different ways.
" During the summer I did not run as much as I should have, but I stayed in shape by playing soccer," said senior Jared Goertzen.
Staying in shape was only one important thing to the members, though. Inspiration and motivation were a key part of keeping them focused on running their best.
" Before meets we all go on a warm-up run, stretch, and listen to music to motivate us to run," said junior Jason Eberly.
Why they chose cross country, though, depended on the individual.
" My inspiration for running is my Dad because we started running at the same time and now I can beat him," laughed Ingram.
" I do it for no specific reason. I just like to compete against others and mostly to compete against myself is my inspiration," said freshman Amy Schmidt.
Most members agree that cross country is a team sport that requires each individual to pull through for the team. If one runner does not want to work hard, it creates a domino effect for the others. When everyone works, though, the end results can be exciting.
Both of East 's teams qualified for State this year. The boys came in 10th out of 12 teams and girls came in 5th out of 12 teams and were also district runner-ups.
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Below Left: Juniors Eric Johnson and Brandqn Poppert run with all they have (Photo by:
Below right: Freshman Amy Schmidt closes in on Fremont's #106, as Natalie Stewart closes behind her (Photo
Varsity quarterback Jesse Shaw heads to the locker room with his teammates at halftime (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
This year 's junior varsity football team gave high hopes for next season. The junior varsity team went 62 on the season and the varsity team went 4-6. While the varsity did make it to the playoffs , it was an upsetting season for the team . . They had a big season last year and didn't live up to the expectations for this season. Many players felt it was a good season, but had higher expectations.
"It was a fun season, but we could have done a ton better, " said senior Jason Watson.
The team pulled through hard times with great performances. One of the best was the comeback Homecoming win against Kearney. They were down 21 points and came back to win in double overtime.
"The highlight of the season was the win against
Kearney. It was a huge win for us ," said senior Je sse Shaw.
Another highlight was the win over Pius. T h game was very exciting and it was a huge emotio n
1 for the team.
The down side of the season was the losse s t o Mill~rd West , Lincoln High, and Norfolk.
There were many key players this season. \. f of the best were Bill Sedlak, Joey Corbin, John Ad 0 1 Dwight Williams, Vavontee Hampton, Jason Wa t s m and Justin Siefkes.
While it was a fun season , there are high h •p1 for next season
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PiusX L 0--25
Norfolk L 28-48
Grand Island L 13-19
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The Reserve football team's record of 1-6 for the season allowed the boys to gain more experience and knowledge for the future. Much of their new knowledge comes from the guidance of coaches Joe Schlegelmilch and P.J. Snyder.
"The coaches did a really good job. Even though we only won one game, they never gave up on us," said sophomore Jesse Wanning.
Although the team's record was not as good as they hoped, they still had some close games.
"One of the biggest games for us was the gam~ against Southeast. We lost on the last play of the game," said Wanning.
Although Wanning is pretty disappointed
about the season, he still has a positive outlook on it.
"Let's just say, we're the best 1-6 that there is, " said Wanning.
The freshman ' B' team, however, had a goo • season. Freshmen Cole Cyr, Jake Logan, and Sam Zajicek, helped lead their team to a record of 4-2.
"My best game personally was the Southeas t game. That was also our biggest win of season," sai c Cyr.
This City-Championship team has a lot of potential, and players and fans should be excited fo r th upcommg years.
-~Story by: Beth Bryant~~
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Most people think that team improvement shows primarily in the number of wins in a season, but that is not always the case. Some. times,. teams learn the most from their losses. Seniors Brett McCurdy and Jamie Enderle agree that because the Varsity schedule was very tough this year, they learned and improved as a team as well as individually.
"Our entire season consisted of playing Top-IO teams. We had a tough schedule, and every team was a challenge," said McCurdy. Certain teams do stand out, however. These are the teams that are known for good, consistent players.
"Southeast and Bellevue West wefe very hard competition. They didn't give up, even if we were ahead. They were motivated and good hitters," said Enderle.
Motivation is the key to a successful season. Everyone on the team must keep each other positive to maintain high levels of enthusiasm and team confidence.
"Brett McCurdy did a really good job keeping the team motivated. She would give the team motivational speeches when we were down and remind us to work harder to stay
ahead," said Enderle.
Many varsity players have been pla: together since ninth grade, so team unity v an important element of their season. Thi: helped team members stay motivated. Sin, most players had previous varsity experienc the skill level was high.
Another important aspect of team 1 is taking social outings. The varsity team v to Barry's Bar and Grill, to Coach Ohlerkir for breakfast, and had many pasta feeds. Jt varsity went to IHOP, Valentino's and had J feeds as well.
JV also had tough competition this year. They played in two very close tournaments against Northeast . In one tourname East went 13-15, 14-16, 14-16, against the Rockets, which helped them stay motivated until the very end.
"Coach Colson told us to work tog< as a team, improve our self confidence, and shake off our errors, which we did after the Nortkeast game," said junior Ashley Reeves "We did have our downfalls this season, bu1 worked really well together."
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Right: Varsity players go for the bump-setspike to win the game (Photo
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Grand Island w 15-5
Grand Island w 15-7
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Southeast L 9-15
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Norfolk w 15-0
Millard North w 15--5
Millard North w 15-11
Northeast w 15-3
Northeast w 15-8
Southeast w 15-7
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Lincot High 5-15
Lincot High B-15 LPS Tournament 2nd place
Thanks to the great coaching and of the season when we learned how we all determination of the players the season ended played," said freshman middle front Leah successfully for East's reserve and freshman Ficke. volleyball teams.
"We played really good together, especially since it was almost the same team as last year and we already knew each other and how we played," said sophomore outside hitter Amanda Ham.
The reserve team had a winning season, finishing with a record of 10-2.
Their coach, Renee Saunders, helped the girls by always encouraging them and working with what they needed to improve on.
"She always had hard practices and made all the games fun. She made us want to win," said sophomore setter Jardin Craft.
The freshman teams also had successful seasons. They spent most of the season getting to know each others playing style, so they could work better together as a team.
"We really started to improve at the end ___,........,.
The freshman ''A" team ended their season with a 3-7 record. Their coach, Kari Peterson, helped the girls by always encouraging them in the games, even when they were down
The freshman "B" team also ended with no regrets. Their coach, Patty Cope helped the girls improve their skills throughout the season and always encouraged them to do their best.
The reserve and freshman volleyball teams worked hard this season to improve their skills with the help of their coache~. When they look back on their seasons they will have no regrets because the teams know that with the great feamwork and determination shown, they were all winners.
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Left: Reserve volleyball player Erin Ostendorf blocks the ball, helping East win against Norfolk (Photo by: Teal Gardner)
Left: Colleen Newlon spikes the ball for the game point for the freshman A team (Photo by: Natalie Hendrickson).
Far left: 9A team members regroup after they were scored upon by Southeast (Photo by: Natalie Hendrickson).
Below: Reserve volleyball player Jordin Craft serves the ball up at a game against Norfolk (Photo by: Teal Gardner).
Have you ever been around someone so much that they seem like family? Although the Apollonaires don't always agree with each other, they still love each other like sisters
"We're like a big family," said senior Ashley Keith. "We are a lot closer this year than we were last year."
• They spend at least one hour a day with each other at school practicing, and spend m ore time out of school with squad nights and varsity games. The Apollonaires spend much of their time in school and out of school with each other. But, they still manage to stay close through it all.
(Photo by: Katy Martin).
Laura Peterson mentally prepares on the sideline for her performance before the Apollonaires take the field at the Northeast vs. East football game (Photo by: Tiffany Baum).
Apollonaires
"Sometimes there are some disagreements within the squad, but they are always worked out and everyone is happ y with the outcome," said senior Ashley Renken.
Because the Apollonaires are so close to each other, o t students may view them differently. Their assumptions are incorrect though.
"We're just like everyone else at East," said senior Tay Hahn. "We should be treated just like everyone else." ,..,,..,Story by:
Mark Reckmeyer,..,,..,
Appollonaires practice their routine (Photo by: Andrea • Scheiblhofer).
Below: The Apollonaires perform their famous kickline at an East Varsity football game · (Photo by: Katy Martin).
Apollonaires pose for a group picture. Front row (1-r): Erin Duncan, Betsy Watton, Jessica Alexander, Diana Pierson, Kari Mikelson.
Middle row: Anna Spalding, Miranda Barth, Marie Pierson, Ashley Keith, Laura Peterson, Kara Ficke, Jessica Connelly, Mere Jacobs, Taylor Hahn. Back row: Ashley Renken, Kallie Crawford, Jenny Myers, Sara Fairbanks (Photo courtesy: Jurgena Photography).
All the hard work, all the practices, and all of the extra and effort have paid off for the junior varsity and varsity cheerleaders this year.
This summer, both squads got invitations to nationals in Dallas, Texas. This year, both squads also sought more school support both for their efforts and for the teams they cheer on.
"We don't just support other teams and people," said senior cheerleader Brittany Stohl. "We need supporters too."
"It feels good to know that the fans get pumped because of us, " said junior varsity cheerleader Jamie Stock.
Both squads get together every day at the end of school, but it might not be for the reason you think. Most people think that they are devoted to practicing for the next big game but often the squads are practicing for their next competition.
The squads attended two competitions this year and -hosted one at East. They al~o sponsered a mini cheer camp fo kids in grades kindergarten through sixth grade. All of ther e activities help others realize the important role cheerleaders p b at school.
This year was a new expierence for cheerleaders bec a •1s of the new sponser.
"Mrs. Johnson is great!" said varsity cheerleader Me g u Denker. "She is starting a lot of new things to get involvme t out of the school and the crowd."
''The school support is great this year but we are try i 1~ to make it even better," said varsity cheerleader Natilie Met c Jf ,..,,..,Story by: Mark Reckmeyer,..,,..,
and Varsity
Varsity Cheerleaders Kessondra Mays, Natalie Metcalf, Megan Denker, Jenny Sibbel, Brittany • Stohl, and Heather Foreman encourage the Spartans back onto the field after halftime (Photo by: Teal Gardner).
Below: Cheerleader Kim Remrnenga helps the rest of th,e Varsity Cheerleaders get the crowd pumped up at the East vs. Pius X varsity football game (Photo by: Teal Gardner).
pose for the
Ashley Christensen , Jenny Sibbel. First row: Kelsey Mitchell, Jamie Boesche, Amy Carey , Jenna Shimonek, Megan Denker , Jessica Wiles, Kelly Tatay, Kim Howard. Second row: Cami Thoms, Megan Kinsey, Kessondra May s, Natalie Metcalf, Heather Foreman, Brittany Stohl, Brittany Franks. Back row: Kim Remmenga, Jenny Hansen, Kelle Gude, Jamie Enderle , Jamie Stock, Lindsey Bartel s, Katherine Watson (Photo courtesy: Brittany Franks).
JV N arsity Cheerleader
There's no shortage of spirit on the reserve and freshmen cheerleading squads. These girls love to boost school spirit and cheer the athletes to victory. The squads get together every day to practice and usually cheer at about three events per week.
"My favorite part of cheerleading is being loud," said freshman cheerleader Melissa Pluss.
Members are involved with more than just cheering, though. They make signs, do some fund raising, coordinate the pep rallies and decorate for events.
"I like being involved with school activities and being with friends," said reserve cheerleader Jenna Epley.
The reserve cheerleaders often
find that it's more fun cheering at reserve games than it is at freshman games.
"The reserve year is better because there is more freedom and there aren't the 'A' and 'B' games that we had freshman year," said reserve cheerleader Betsy Bowhay.
Others, however, don't care which team is competing. They just love to do what they do.
"My favorite thing about being a cheerleader is that I get to go to all the sporting events," said freshman cheerleader Lauren Reckmeyer. "I love to watch my friends and classmates play sports."
~~Story by: Chris Clifford~ ~
Far Left: Reserve Cheers Betsy Bowhay, Lauran Burt, Anna Huebner, and Jenna Epley practice a stunt during 8th period (Photo by: Kristin Kelly).
Left: Freshman Cheers practice at cheerleading camp (Photo courtesy: Sue Sibbel). •
9/10 Cheers
East offers three intramural sports to its stu~ents. Basketball, softball and flag football are played in conjunction with their high school sports so that students who w 11
to take part in a sport, but don't want to have all the practices can participate. Tim Spa h h the coordinator of all the intramural sports and has been for four years. The referees a r ~n'1 trained like regular high school refs, but the sports are only for fun and aren't taken too seriously.
" It gives kids a chance to play sports for fun and have a good time without all the practices and work ," said junior BJ Maser . lntramu rals also gives boys and girls a chance to compete together and against each other
" It ' s a lot ha rder playing aga inst boys , bu t it is a lot of fun ," sa id junior M i nd i Boettc h er.
lntramurals have become a big favorite am o 1 g many students and have a great influence on kids t o " It gives them (student~) something produc ti , tc do and keeps students off the streets and away fr o r 1 drugs and alcohol ," said Maser.
~~Story by: Mark Reckmeyer~~
Left: Football players, Mark Rec.kmeyer, Jesse Bouwens, Mason Znamenacek, Gage Krieger , Jim Palmer, and Ky Stutzman tackle each other during a practice run (Photo by: Erin Dempsey)
Bottom left: Boys bowling team: Back row: Alan Peterson, Ryan Pospisil , Josh Scheele, Chris Mrkvicka; Front row : Jason Bequette, Andy Wolfe, Mark Salak. Not pictured: Jeremy Hohenfeldt (Photo by: Natalie Hendrickson).
Below: After the hike , members of the intramural football team move for the ball (Photo by: Erin Dempsey)
Far bottom: Jesse Bouwens and Mason Znamenacek jump for the ball (Photo by: Erin Dempsey).
Norfolk w
Boys 130-50
Girls 124-55
Columbus w
Boys 143-39
Girls 144-39
Hastings w Boys 138-38
Girls 144-39
LSE w Boys 118-68 L Girls 88-98
Omaha Burke w
Boys 133-46
Girls 119-67
Fremont w Boys 154-22
Girls 128-62
LHS w
Boys 132-51 Girls 124-58
Beatrice w
Boys 133-42 Girls 122-47
Grand Island w
Boys 125-57
Girls 136-47
LNE w
Boys 138-45
Girls 121-65
Cicy
Boys 1st
Girls 2nd
Knight Invite
Boys 1st
Girls 7th
Ralston Relays
Boys 2nd
Millard North Invite
Girls 7th
Millard South Invite
Boys 1st
HAC
Boys 1st Girls 2nd
State
Boys 3rd Girls 7th
Most varsity teams are primarily made up of juniors and seniors. This year, though, East's swimming and diving teams were mainly underclassmen. The varsity diving team was made up of four freshmen, one sophomore, and two juniors , who will all be returning next year.
The swimming team also had a lot of young talent, assuring returning talent in the next few years.
East swimmers had a very good season, both individually and as a team. Many people improved their strokes and cut their times.
Senior Cami Thoms was satisfied with her improvement this season.
"I had a couple of my best times this year," said Thoms.
Seniors Candace Stenger and Tyler Scheer also had great individual seasons. Going into State, Scheer lost only one event all season. Stenger, too, was very satisfied with her improvement throughout the season.
"This was the best season I've had in my high school career," said Stenger.
In the Conference meet, the East boys won and the girls came in second behind Southeast. At the State meet, the East boys got
third and the girls got seventh.
East divers also had a successful season. The girls placed third in the majority of their dual meets. Southeast was by far their hardest competition. Because many of the divers were underclassmen, the older divers wanted to set a good example for them.
• "Last year, the majority of the team members were upperclassmen, but this year, we were a young team, so Eric Pilus and I had to be leaders of the younger divers," said junior Jenny Seefeld.
When the last State-qualifying meet was postponed due to snow, freshman Jenna Knapp showed her commitment to her team. She missed a trip to Chicago and a Backstreet Boys concert with her mom in order t~ compete.
"I made a commitment to the sport and to my team, so I knew what I had to do," said Knapp.
East 's young swimmers and divers know that their commitment to the sport will keep paying off in the future.
,..,,..,Story by: Katie Knapp,..,,..,
a break during the diving portion of the meet ' against Hastings (Photo
Left below: Junior Eric Pilus work's on his back 1 1/2 flip for the upcoming meet against Southeast (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld)
Right below: Fi;eshman Jenna Knapp takes her time on the board as she works on a new dive (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
VARSITY
Papillion-LaVista 58-62 (L)
Grand Island 52-56 (L)
MilliardNonh 75-51 (W)
Norfolk 71-61 (W)
HolidayLNE 76-65 (W)
TourneyLSE 58-79 (L)
Kearney 90-54 (W)
LNE 71-62 (W)
Hastings 77-53 (W)
Omaha Northwest 62-54 (W)
North Platte 44-55 (L)
LSE 48-53 (L)
PiusX 47-51 (L)
Columbus 45-48 (L)
Kearney 97-62 (W)
Fremont 62-45 (W)
Omaha Central 59-66 (L)
Lincoln High 56-53 (W)
Omaha Burke 71-60 (W)
Districts- Omaha Westside 53-48 (W)
Lincoln High 54-47 (W)
StateLincoln High 56-44 (W)
Omaha Burke 68-62 (W)
Columbus 36-35 (W)
Taking home the gold seemed like a far-off dream early in the Varsity season. The varsity basketball team started off the season by losing their first two games and then went through their season with virtually a .500 record. The team suffered an injury near the end of their season and was forced to try a different line up. The new line up went undefeated beating #2 Lincoln High and #4 Omaha Burke and then proceeded to win districts and state.
"We had a lot of different people step it up when we needed them to," said starting senior point guard Jesse Shaw. "Everyone brought something needed to our team. "
The team went through highs and lows throughout the season but managed to pull together and finally found their chemistry when it counted.
"The entire season was like a roller-coaster," said starting senior guard/forward Dwight Williams. "We would go on a losing streak and then a winning streak
The whole game gets suspenseful as the team watches with anticipation (Photo by: Jenny Seefeld).
and we happened to be on a winning streak at the en of a year."
The state championship is the first boys bask ball state tide since 1978. This team has set the standard for next year and for many future boys te a n to come.
The junior varsity team also had a good ye r with a 11-7 record and a very good showing in the L tournament. The young squad was made up of m e s1 sophomo res and five juniors, and had to find its student leadership.
"At the beginning of the season we didn't h ,.v a lot of leadership but as the season moved on we learned to play together," said junior Jason Kreifles
The junior varsity has great hopes for the future and believes that they hold high hopes for E. .s basketball next year.
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by: Mark Reckmeyer,..,,..,
Far le ft: JV Sophomore Tim Papillion-La
Culwell Vista watche a his w teammate 69-51
shoot dur{ng Grand JV warm-ups Island (P hoto by: Mr. w Kreifel ). 69-61
Left: Coach Millard McPherren Nonh looks on as the w
76-63 game gets intense (Photo Norfolk by:Jenny L
Seefeld). 55-57
Center left: The Nonheast w JV team 76-69 huddles together during Hastings a time out w (Photo by: Mr. 67-56 Kreifels).
The JV boys go w over some 76-54 strategies before Kearney a game (Photo w by:Mr. 90-51 Kreifels).
Members of East's Freshman ''A" and "B" and Reserve boys basketball teams agreed that this season was a successful one for them. While talent and hard work played a major part in their success, members from each team agreed that their team really improved throughout the season.
"The season went really well. We really pulled it together and played as a team," said freshman ''A" player Pat Spangler.
Although the team members' dedication helped them to improve, many agreed they couldn't have done it without their coaches.
"Coach Kabourek made us a team instead of just 12 people on the court," said freshman ''A" player Matt Potadle.
The Reserve team's hard work also paid off. They ended their season with a 9-4 record and won All-City.
"We had a really good team this season," sai< sophomore reserve player Steve Gogela. "I think our greatest strength was talent."
Winning All~City was a big victory for the re team. They played Southeast and were down at halft but came back and won.
"We had started to think we were falling apa1 toward the end of our season, but we really proved h, good we could be by coming back and winning agair Southeast in the tournament," said sophomore resen player Patt Heiser.
The reward of having a successful season mac the hard work worthwhile.
"Though all the early practices were sometim hard and frustrating, the victory of winning All-City really made it worthwhile," said Heiser. ,.,,.,story by: Angie Kreifels,.,,.,
Left: Freshman David Carey taking a jump shot (Photo by: Erin Dempsey).
Below: Freshman "B" team members work together to keep possession of the ball (Photo by: Erin Dempsey).
Above: Team members hustle toward the basket to try to make some points (Photo by: Erin Dempsey).
Left: Freshman David Carey (right) explains to teammate sophomore Eric Gerrard how his shot looked (Photo by: Jardin Craft).
9/10 Boys Basketball
Varsity Northeast w 69-44
Papillion L 44-56
North Platte w 52-48
Millard North L 43-51
Sioux City North L Hastings w 48-30 Omaha Northwest w 81-32 Norfolk w 46-39 PiusX L 52-56 Columbus L 47-55
Grand Island L 49-52 Southeast L 14-28
Fremont w 64-i38
Omaha Central L 48-53
Lincoln High L 40-53
Omaha Burke w 65-42
Omaha Northwest L 45-46
SSC L 38-75
GISH L 43-47
Both the Junior Varsity and Varsity Girls Cole, despite being one of only three fresh m er Basketball teams had a great season this year. Not only on the Varsity team, still felt welcomed by the olde r did they perform well on the court , but they managed girls. to keep their friendships off the court, as well.
" I really liked it when we hung out as a team," said freshman varsity member Jenna Cole. " It was really fun when we spent the night at Lindsay Erwin's house, and of course I really enjoyed the pasta feeds."
These girls spent many nights on the court at East. They usually started practice around 3: 15 working hard on their layups, free throws, and defensive strategies until at least 6:00 PM each night.
The Varisty team finished the year with an 8-12 season. They lost by only one point in districts, which kept them from going to State. Although the scores didn't necessarily show off their hard work, that doesn't mean they weren't competitive.
" The team had a lot of fun this season , and think that we have a lot of talent, " said Cole.
Varsity seniors
Joni Boettcher , Jessica Jensen , Kelli Egr , Erin Jablonski, Liz Leach, Lindsay Erwin, Hannah Klasek (Photo contributed by: Erin Jablonski).
Basketball players enjoy their meal in California (Ph oto contributed by: Erin Jablonski).
" At the beginning of the season the older g irls made fun of me, but once you got into it, it was fu n It 's kinda scary being younger and playing against people older than you, " said Cole.
Much of the team's success can be traced to JV coach John Strain, and varsity coaches Todd Mitm e:; se Mike Rennells, and Scott Pruss.
"The coaches are really good. They are har, t o us and it makes us work harder," said Cole. 'They really helped us play as a team. "
The JV team did very well this season, finis ; 1in it off with a 12-3 record. The main goal that these ~ir were trying to reach was to play as a team.
In the end both ~eams did very well, and m 11) fans should be looking forward to the coming year s ,..,,..,story by: B eth Bryant,..,,..,
Left: Lind say Erwin catche some air as she sco re s for the Spartans (Photo contributed by: Erin Jablonski).
Left below: Rachel Manijak's shot sends both teams reeling backwards (Photo contributed by: Erin Jablonski).
Below: JV Basketball gets pumped up for the game (Photo contributed by Jenny Bath )
Left: Kristi Broughton drives past a Lincoln High defensive player toward the basket as Jennifer Bath clears the way (Photo contributed by: Erin Jablonski).
Northeast w 54-22
Southeast L 48-54
Millard North w 43--24
Hastings L 4S:..U
Fremont w 45-22
Lincoln High w 38-27
Southeast L 3941
Papillion w 41-14
Grand Islana w 45:-39
WavenJ w ,43,-28 LPS
Toulnatn.ent
Linq>Jnmgh w 42.-22
Southeast YI 37-3S
This year's freshman and reserve girls basketball teams learned a lot more than just basketball. The teams learned lessons in life as well as new basketball skills. Coaches Lance Kingery and Lisa Brabec taught the girls to look beyond the sport.
"Our team got emotionally attached," said freshman reserve player Stasi Sattler.
Once the teammates established friendly ties, they learned the specifics behind each play and how each teammate reacted. Teaching team principles helped them to become better basketball players individually, as well as making them a better team. While the freshman team
Reserve girls look on as their team plays (Photo by: Gage Krieger).
continued to improve all season and capped it wi 1 win over Lincoln High, the reserve team went ah e to win the city tide.
"We had a great season, winning eight ga 1 and establishing many new friendships," said fres : reserve player Donley Durre. "I think our key to success was our coach, Mr. Kingery."
The coach taught them to play together a as leadership that will be essential for the rest oft lives.
"This season was a lot of fun and I'll neve forget it," said freshman Breanna Renken. ,..,,..,story by: Chris Clifford,..,,..,
Left: The reserve team gets together before a big dinner (Photo contributed by: Reserve girls team).
Below: Jenna Epley takes a big shot (Photo contributed by: Resyrve girls team).
Middle: East prepares to throw a free throw at a game (Photo contributed by: Reserve girls team).
Left: Amy Chandler lines up a shot (Photo contibuted by: Reserve girls team).
Kearney Inv. 3rd/8
Pope John Inv. lst/12
Millard West4th/6 Lincoln Dual Classic-Lincoln Division Wllllle( Sioux City Heelan Duals5th/8 Omaha Roncalli-lst/9
HAC-2nd/6
Distdcts- 3rd/8 State- 5th/32
Wrestling, one of the most physically demanding East had ten wrestlers qualify for state th is yea. sports at East, can only get better. This year's team six of whom received medals. Nick Skiles and E r ic surpassed everyone's expectations and finished fifth at Trevino both placed 3rd for their weight class, Je ff State. Coach Marty McCurdy was extremely proud Rutledge placed 4th in his, Kevin Kahler placed 5 th,
"We lost eight qualifiers off of last year's team, so and Joey Morrison and Travis Fentiman both pla ced we didn't expect to finish as high as we did. I'm really 6th. proud of them," said McCurdy.
Wrestling takes a lot of time and effort. The team practiced every day after school and had meets almost every Saturday.
'They all _ work incredibly hard and pay a big price, but they were all very dedicated and it all paid off," McCurdy said.
Sophomore wrestler Jeff Rutledge started wrestling ten years ago, when he was in first grade. He placed fourth overall at State, and had a great season. Wrestling has had a big affect on his life.
"You feel so good about accomplishing something. You go through a lot of emotions out there. Wrestling is a very emotional sport. Every time you win, you get a sort of high. It's a great feeling," said Rutledge.
Right Nick Skiles wrestles in the state meet (Photo contributed by: Cindy Skiles).
Lower right: Kevin Kahler "squashing" the competition (Photo contributed by: Chris McCurdy).
Below: Freshn1an Keenan McCurdy wrestles to make his dad proud (Photo contributed by: Chris McCurdy).
This year's team did well at other meets t o o. They finished first in the Lincoln division of the Lincoln Dual Classic, first at the Omaha Ronca ll i Invitational, and at the Elgin Pope John Invitati o ,1al. Rutledge likes the atmosphere at the meets.
" Some of them are more laid back, and Ll en sotne are just crazy like at State. When you look 1p and see all those people, it can be nerve-wrackin g but the things you get out of it are amazing," he said . With such a great team this year, it make :• everyone look forward to next year with anticipa 1 n. And with eight returning state qualifiers and fo rn returning medalists, next year's team is looking g- ~at.
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at the school store on that bright and sunny Monday. Students waited in line for their warm cookies or bagel with strawberry cream cheese.
The school store is always a busy place at East High. It is a place that satisfies the extreme hunger ofhigh school students
There are also many businesses outside ofEast that help to satisfy the hunger of East students. Where would webewithoutAmigos, Valentino's, orTacolnn? Without Gateway or SouthPointe, where would students go to shop?
Most people don't think about it on a daily basis, but businesses are a huge part ofour lives. They influence what we eat, what we wear, and what we do with our friends for fun Clearly, "business as usual" helps us live happily ever after.
--by: Sarah Wright--
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Matt, From that angelic smile to the devilish gleam in your eyes, life with you has been a roller coaster ride! As you face new challenges, remember we will always love and support you. The best is yet to come!
Mom, Dad, and Cole
Em ily Marie D aniel Emmers ... Your many talents, determination, and compassionate heart will take you far in life. R each for the stars! We are so proud of you!
Love, Dad, Mom, Allie
Alis on Darling
A l i- You make the world a better place. Thank you for being who you are! We love you and are proud of you and your accomplishments.
M om, Dad, and Jeff
Lynd s e y Marie Dee
" Th e future's so bright , I gott a wear shades."
Good luck, Good Lookin ' Lo ve Mom, Dad and Ryan
Megan Marie Denker •
You have become a Beautiful young woman who has shown leadership and intelligence. Enjoy your college years-Life is • just Beginning! !
Love, Mom , Dad and Tyler
Kristen Elizabeth Dickey
Kristen, Your character, values, compassionate heart, and warm, ever-present smile all make you the extra SPECIAL person you are. We are filled with pride and love for you!!!
Congratulations and love alw ays, Mom, Dad, Ben and Bryan
Christine Renee Dittmer
Phrases at nine months, sentences at one year. You haven't stopped since! We are very proud of your accomplishments. Reach for the stars and be all you can be.
Love, Mom, Dad and
Mandy Korey Charles D onahoo
Yesterday you were just a little kid chasing a soccer ball. Today you are about to enter college. It's happened too fast! Thanks for the laughter. We are so proud.
Love, Vlad, Babs, Wiff, Cherne
Kendra Doolittle
Appreciate each day for • the blessing you're given and for the challenges you're offered. Blessings give hope and challenge strength. You'll always have our love.
Mom and Dad
Elizabeth Ann Dow
We are so proud of all of your accomplishments. You have shown hard work and dedication in the classroom and on the softball field. We know you will continue to be successful.
Love Mom, Dad, and Matt
Robin M. Doyle
Through your determination and spiritedness you have accomplished much ... May your future dreams come true.
Love, Mom, Dad and Katie
Christine Driscoll
Wow! What an awesome young woman. You can accomplish anything. Your sense of humor and drive will get you there. May you future be filled with happiness.
Love, Mom and Dad Baby Ads
Tabitha Kay Dubas
For all the joy, laughte1 and tears we've had wi you in 18 years , wewouldn't change a thin God bless you. We love you! Mom, D Brittany, D.J., Dylan
Thomas Dunbar
To Sir Thomas, our Knightly son, who "too the sword between his hands, to be a true King to stand with true justic, from thenceforth."
Love, Dad, Mom, and Julie
Erin Christina DuncA
It has been so fun to watch you grow up. Ye overflow with gentlene strength, talent and kindness. You brighte n each day with your war smile. We are so prou d you.
Love Dad, Mom, Ryan Ali
Scott Evan Dykema
Congratulations! We ar so proud of you. Your creativity has enriched our lives. We wish you love, happiness, and success and may you always reach for the st ru and keep God as your guide.
Love, Your Family
Ford Ryan Earhart
The skies the limit. The future is in your hands: Believe in yourself and follow your dreams. Lost of luck and success in everything you do.
Love, All of your family
Caroline Ebers
As you embark on your journey, we are filled with gratitude and pride. You've accomplished much.
"Be Patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart- Love and Live the questions.
Mom and Dad
L au rie Christine
Ei n spahr
Congratulations Laurie!
We're so proud of you and your accomplishments. May your future be filled with as much happiness as you have given us.
Love, Mom, Dad, and Kimberly
Jami e Ann Enderle
Jamie, You've got the spirit, sincerity, and smile to take you anywhere.
May success and happiness follow you always. We're very proud of you. Congratulations!
Love ya, Mom, Dad and Stacey
Lindsay Erwin
Lou, We wish you all the happiness in the world. We are so proud of you and LOVE YOU WITH ALL OUR HEARTS!
Love, Mom, Dad, Megs and Max
Sara Nichol Fairbanks
To our beautiful Sara Cakes! We wish you joy and happiness. You are so beautiful inside and out!
Love Always, Mom, Henry, Jeff, Laura, Jon, Kim, and James
Travis Fentiman
Congratulations Travis! We are so proud of you! Continue to stand up for what you believe in and follow your dreams. May your future be full of love, happiness, peace and success.
All our love, Mom, Harry, and Austin
Kara Marie Ficke
We are so proud of all the things you have accomplished. It has been wonderful to see you grow and evolve over the years. We love you very much.
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Sarah Elizabeth Finke
Your kindness and quiet determination has brought you much success . Believe in yourself always. You have our love ... Take it with you into the world!
Love , Mom , Dad , and Ryan
Kevin Patrick Finn
Kevin- Wishing you the best in your future! You have made us so proud throughout your high school years! Your name means "Kind and Patient." So true! Be yourself always!
Love, Mom and Dad
Erin Elizabeth Foster
Erin, It's been a wonderful 18 years. We hope the future is as bright for you, as you are to us.
Love Dad and Jaime
Audrey Michelle Frantz
You have been a special blessing and joy in our lives. We are proud of the person you have become and pray that God will direct your paths and bless your future.
Our Love Always, Mom and Dad
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Carrie Frey
Carrie . .. Loving , joyfu l , peaceful , patient. Kind and good and fu ll of faithYou are a TREASURE !! May God bless you a s you graduate and pur s ue your dreams
WE LOVE YOU, Mo m , Dad , Chris and Catie
Joshua Lee Fullerton
Josh ... (Brighteyes)- Yi have made my life so complete. You will always be my little bo y I am so proud of you. You are a very special person with so many talents.
Love you, Mom
Chuck Gangahar
Congratulations, Chuc k fo so many accomplishme 1 ~s this year last but n least beating those ' ala r 1 clock blues!'
Ashley Gaver
We know these are gre a t things out there for you and it's within your power to make them happen. Always follow your dreams!
Love , Dad and Mom
Chad Joseph Georgeson
There once was a senior named Chad, Such a handsome, intelligent lad. Tho' he sometimes acts loony and has hair like George Clooney, We're so proud of our EHS grad!
Sheena Marie Gerlach
Sheena, your Favorite thinking spot really paid off! We're so proud of you. We love you much. Dad, Mom , Nate, Aubrey, Haleigh, Aaram
Jared Noel Goertzen
With big blue eyes, a bug and a smile, Time flew by in such a short while.
You've made us proud in all you've done , As our brother and son you're #1 !
Love Mom , Dad, and Jenna
Curtis Alan Gude
Set your sights high "Little Fella." Believe in yourself. The future is yours to create.
Love, Mom & Dad
Erica Whitney Hanks . Eeeks- Keep t he smile and attitude as your umbrella in the race of life. We will be there in heart and spirit to cheet you on the victory. Love, Mo'm, Dad & Meredith
Luke and Ryan Hansen
We're proud of you both. Your strength and sense of humor have seen us through some tough times. Double trouble, but double blessings. Your dad would be proud! 3-3-3 Mom, Sarah & Jake Jeffrey Allen Hanson
You're a wonderful son & brother! We're proud of your accomplishments! WE respect your character. We cherish your wit and personality. May your future hold unlimited happiness and success, Jeff! All Our Love, Dad, Mom & Lacey
Rebecca A. Harbison
Congratulations Becky! We don't tell you often enough how proud we are of you and all your accomplishments. Reach for the stars!
We love you.
Mom, Jen and Ben
Stephanie Leigh Harral
Congratulations, Stephanie! Follow your dreams! You are a warm, loving, caring, lovable young woman. May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit always!
Love , Mom
Amanda Joann Harring
What a joy it has been to us to watch you become a beautiful, sweet young lady. Keep smiling, your future is bright. We love you.
Love, Dad, Mom, Brian, Jared, Matt and Chad
Christopher Lee Harris
Chris, We are proud of you! You are a great son and brother.
Love, Mom, Dad, Andy, and Trevor
Kaitlyn Christine Hartman
Congratulations Kai tie! You have been such a blessing. Remember dreams ·do come true. Believe in yourself. We are so proud of you.
Love, Mom, Dad, Ashleigh Baby Ads
Megan Hass
You've taught me all about joy, love, giggle s and patience. The Wonderful lessons of li now await you. May God and his angels gui c your journey.
Love,Mom
Justin Edwards Hayes You have grown into a fine young man. We ar proud of you and your accomplishments.
Dad&Mom
Terra Dawn Herman
"This little light of mig r I'm gonna let it shine .. . You are special. We lo, you, and will always be there for you. Thanks f , the joy, tears, hugs , and kisses.
Mom & Dad, Travis & Shawn & Tami, Bear
Emily Louise-Irene Hh· You were a gift from G You've given us gifts of happiness, laughter, kindness, and hugs. We most richly blessed by y· You can do it.
Mom and Dad
Tyler Hille
Tyler, our prayer is that you realize the world is waiting for you to bring forth all that you are, in the way only you can. Have fun with life!
Love, Mom and Dad
Megan Hobbs
Hey, Miss Morgan! You have been a joy to watch for the past 18 years. We are so proud of you! We love you very much.
Love, Mom and Dad
Joy Holden
You were the cutest little girl with the sweetest charm around. You have grown into a beautiful young lady with great poise. You will al.ways be daddy's little girl.
Craig Douglas Hundt Jr.
We are proud of you and your hard work. Believe in yourself. Your faith in God , gentle spirit, and kindness will show in everything you do.
Love, Your Family
Matthew 17:20
Michael Anthony Hundt
Follow your heart. Be strong infaith, love and hope, they will -all carry you far. We are proud of you. Love, your Family Isaiah 40:31
Erik Christopher Rustad
Erik- We're so thankful that God gave you to us. Your warm smile, sense of humor and enthusiasm for Life brightens our days. Our prayer for you is Proverbs 3:5,6.
Mom , Dad, Andrew, Mark, and Kinsey
Amy Amanda Hynek
Amy, you have a beautiful smile and a good heart. May your future be filled with happiness and success. We love you lots!
Mom, Dad & Ben
Jessica Gean Ihde
We are very proud of you Jessi! Your compassion and kindness are a blessing to all the lives you've touched. Be yourself and enjoy your future. Your family supports you all the way.
Dad, Mom and Eric
Timothy Aaron Ingersoll
Through all the "HEYS", "Shee yahs" and "taps," we've loved you for the person you are! Believe in yourself and your dreams will come true.
Love, Mom, Dad & Sarah
Erin Frances Jablonski
Work at being the best you can. Remember to be kind to others. Best of luck to you now and always.
Love , Mom, Dad, Rachel, Danny, and Lawrence
Meredith Anne Jacobs Mere- We are so proud of you! Keep reaching for the stars!
Love, Mom & Dad
Julie Michelle Jank
You have been a joy since you were born. With your character, intellect and compassion you' 11 make a wonderful doctor. To God be the glory.
Love Mom, Dad & Jonathan Baby Ads
David Janovec
WE love who you are an d the memories you've given us. Your strong will, sense of humor, an d the loud drums! Use yo 1 great talents for God's purposes.
Dad, Mom, Katie and Josh
Eric Dane Janssen Ever since "clapitters" a 1, "up-in-the-side-down," your wit and sense of humor are a source of j to us. Keep smiling!
Love, Dad, Mom, and Rachel
Jessica Christine J ens e 1 Congratulations!! You have made us so proud t call you our daughter. Continue to BELIEVE i yourself (we certainly d, ) God Bless you Always ! Love, Mom & Dad
Brian Douglas Joe Congratulations Brian! We're so very proud of you and everything you've accomplished. Keep smiling and aim high. Your future look ._, bright and happy. Love you always, Mo rr. and Dad
William Henry Johnson
You have been a great joy and challenge! We lovingly watch you go forth to use your many God given talents. Always remember, happiness comes from within. All our love.
Mom, Dad, Ben & Mike
Blake A. Johnston
Your wit and sense of humor make us laugh , but your independence and self-confidence make us proud. Continue to trust yourself and you will know how to live.
Love, Mom, Dad & Nicki
Sarah Beth Jones
You have blessed us by filling our home with music and joy for 18 years. You are becoming a woman of wisdom. We love you! Proverbs 3:5-8 Mom&Dad
Abbey Karr
May your every dream come true. We 're proud of you Honey!
Love, Mom, Jim & Amanda
Abbey Karr
Our deat Abbey, It's been a joyfu l ri de ! Congratulations!
Love, Grandpa & Grandma
Brian Michael Keedy
We have really enjoyed watching you grow into a fun-loving , responsible, caring and funny young man. Success is in your future. We love you.
Love Dad, Mom , Mandy, J ared, Matt and Chad
Ashley Nicole Keith
Ashley - You have been a blessing to us! ! We love you dearly and know you will be a success i n the journey ahead of you.
Love , Dad, Mom , and Jay
David Douglass Kingery
You have grown up and become a wonderful young man Keep your goals high and believe. We love you.
God bless you always, Mom, Dad, Ginny, & Boomer
Jeff Kirchner
You've brought such joy into our lives, and we thank God for giving us you. We could not be prouder of you! May God bless your steadfast heart and your faith in Him. Psalm 37:5
Love, Dad, Mom, and Chris Hannah Marie Klasek
Hannah,
With a song in your head and a prayer in your heart may you be true to your life goals. You are truly a gift from God. 1 Samuel 2: 1-2
Love, Mom, Dad, and Jordan
Austin Robert Klingenberg
Congratulations to a guy who's going places! You have a great future ahead of you with endless possibilities. We're all very proud of you.
Love, Mom, Dad, Adam, Aaron, & Tanner
Katie Elizabeth Knapp
Dear Sweet Katie-0, Our little girl who dreamed of joining the circus has grown into a beautiful amazing young woman. We're so proud of you.
Psalm 119: 105
Love, Mom, Dad, Jenna & Monica Baby Ads
Jessica Reeves Knigh t Dearest Jessica, We ho pt you know how much we love you and are so excited for you at this time in your life. You ' v( brought us so much joy Good luck in everythi ng
With Love, Dad, Mom , Casey, Max, & Elly
Nathanial Gregory Kn J
You always have been a1 : always will be our "Nate t Great" We love you! Mom, Dad , BJ., Steph , : Scott, Mark, and Bob
Anne Kuehl
Congratulations Anne , you have brought so much love and joy to w thru the years. We sta n \ amazed at the beautifu l young woman we see today. Enjoy the rest of the journey.
Love, Mom, Dad, & Adam
Emily Suzanne Kunk t •
Distinctive headgear started long ago! We' n proud of you and love you. You'll always sta r tall!
Mom&Dad
Rachel Linnea K vanli
Rachel - "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and he will make straight your paths." We thank God for you and we love you!
Mom&Dad
Ky le David Lash "Kyle at the Keys". Sounds good to me!
Liz Leach
Pooh, Never forget who you are and how much you are loved.
Love, Mom & Dad, Brian & Kathie
Meli ssa Lindsey Lee
Sweet Melissa, We are so proud of you. Enjoy your future journeys. Always remember we love you , and you're in our hearts. Love your family, Dad, Mom, Tiffany, Candace, an d Stephanie
Aaron Glenn Loy
You are a precious gift from God! Your strength of spirit, faith in God, and caring heart for others are the true marks of the • "CHAMPION" you are!
Love, Mom, Dad, Rachel, Jake, and josh
Nichole M. Lucchino
The sun shines not on us but in us! You are beautiful inside and our, witty and talented. Follow your Dreams, you'll go far!
God Bless l Love: Mom, Ant.bony, & Vinny
Cristina Benne' Lukas
You are Unique, Wonderful and Creative! You have gained much STRENGTH and Wisdom - use them wisely in the Marathon of Life. Reach for the Stars!
We are PROUD of You!
Love, Mom, Tata, and Corey
Marta Adell Madsen
Your musical talents, caring attitude and sense of humor have blessed our family. May you continue to enrich the lives of others by sharing your gift of music - no matter what path your life takes. Colossians 3:16 Love, Dad, Mom, Johanna and Hans
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Kelly Kristine Magnuson •
Dear Kelly, What a delight you are! It has been such a blessing to watch you grow, change, and discover your God - given gifts and talents. We love you always!
Mom, Dad, and Lynde
Andrew Charles Martin
Well look at you now the little boy that took everything apart as a child, is not a graduate and will be doing amazing things during his lifetime.
Felicia Ranae Martin
Congratulations, Felicia! You have been my joy for 18 years. Live your dreams and believe in yourself. May your future be full of happiness and success.
Love,Mom
Jeremy Lee Massing
Congratulations Jeremy Lee! We are so proud of you! We wish you happiness all your Life. We will always be there for you.
We Love You Very Much.
Love, Mama, and Dad
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Kessondra Rose M a ys
Congratulations Kessondra, You are a blessing fro m God. What the min d can conceive you c an achieve. We wish you success in your jou rne y, we are proud of you . Love - Dad & Mom
Chelsea Marie McO 1y
My love for you kno s no bounds. I am pro t i & humbled that God gave you to me. No I give you to the worl d Make it a better one.
Megan McCullou gl
Honor your unique n ; s Seek out loving an d enduring relationsh i · Reach high for star s 1at lie hidden in your sc l. We are very proud a j honored that you ar c mr daughter.
Love, Mom, Dad, ar Ryan
Natalie Ann Metca l Nascent
Adaptable
Tactful
Aureate
Laudable
Intriguing
Effervescent
Webster's has the words tr describe you, but not the emotions to express our p i e in you, your accomplishme nt md potential.
Love, Dad, Mom, John, S~ nie, & Tucker
Kari L. Mikelson
You are God's special gift to us. Reach for your _ dreams, keep God in your heart, and always remember how very much we love you.
Mom and Dad
Hillary Jan Miller
Hillary,
As you embark on a new chapter of your life , remember that just like a book, chapters build on one another. You've built a solid foundation of values and beliefs. Seek what you love and live those values. The rest will take care of itself.
Love, Dad , Mom, and Luke
Sara Megan Moore
We Love You, Sweet Pea!
Jamie Lynn Morrison
Be the best you can be as you start a new chapter in your life. We wish you happiness and a future that is everything you want it to be.
Love, Mom, Dad,. Robbie & Jeffery
Mackenzie Dianne Mueller
Mackenzie, Horses at Kitaki _and Uncle Stan's, seals, birds and others at the zoo. The animals will always know your love! You'll always , have ours!
We are proud! Mom, Dad , and Benjamin
Jennifer Murdock
\ If you can imagine it. You can achieve it. If you can dream it. You can become it.
May all your dreams come true! Love you the Mos test!
Mom
Jennifer A. Myers
We Jove you and are so v e ry proud of you!
L o ve, Mom, Dad, and Bria n
Sara Christine Newlon Bright-eyed, curious, focused and beautiful! Some things don't change! We love you!
Mom, Dad, Colleen, Grandma, Grandpa and Mindy Baby Ads
Gregory Kent Nissen
Congratulations! "Good Luck" in everything you do! Laugh often and serve others. Someday, you should get that tongue back in your mouth! Thanks for being you!
Love, Your family
Haley Sue Novak
Thank you for being one of the greatest blessings in our lives. Always know that with faith and courage, all your hopes and dreams can come true. Reach for the stars kiddo!!!
All our Love, Mom, Dad, Cami, Tiffy, Jilly, and Muffin
Chris Olson
Caring Hone st Respon sible Intelligent Sense of humor
We are very proud of all those characteristics that make you the special person you are! Wishing you happiness & success!
Love, Mom, Dad, & Lisa
Gera Olson
Dearest Gera, You are a VERY special person and a true blessing to our family. We are so proud of you. Always dream your own dreams and keep your faith in God.
Love, Mom and Dad Baby Ads
Kevin Matthew Pag e
Draw on your streng th ~ and talents and you' 11 find success in all th at you do. We love yo u~ Dad, Mom, & Christ y
Amanda Alane Pa r h:
You gave us muchj <. y and many proud moments as we wat c 1~ you grow into a fin e young woman. We wish you health . happiness and succ e 3 Pick lots of daisies . Love, Dad & Mom
Kelly Peo
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You have given us sc much joy - much m o than we could ever g e back to you. We th a God for you.
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Laura Marie Pete1 n
We are very proud t you and love you V t ' much. Keep on believing in yourse l n you will succeed. V wish you much happiness.
Love, Mom, Dad, Andrew, & Rebecc "
Kimberly Dawn Petri
You grow mom beautiful every year. Have a beautiful life.
Love, Dad
Cody Don Pierce
Cody, may life bring you success, happiness & lots of love. Good luck with all of life's ventures.
Lots of Love, Mom
Matthew William Pierce
Little, but mighty, from Day One, you have the potential to accomplish much in your lifetime. With each success, we proudly proclaim that's our son!
Love & Prayers, Mom & Dad (Mark, A,C&C, S&S)
Diana Kathryn Pierson
We 're so proud of who you've become! You've exceeded our expectations in every way and we delight in your enthusiasm for everything you do.
Love - Mom, Dad, Ross & Marie
Lindsay Kaye Polson
You've come a long way BABY! We are so proud of you.
• Huggs - Mom, Tim & Brian
You'll always be my littte girl. My Love will be with you forever!
Daddy
Abby Lynn Poppe
Abby, Thank you for becoming the very special person that you are. We are going to miss you!
Love, Mom & Dad
Justin Carter Raikes
From a longhaired twoyear-old to a shaved headed senior football player. Continue to explore the possibilities; keep your great sense of humor and go boldly forth. We love you.
Mom & Dad, Heather & Abbie
Rachel Bethany Ramsey
We couldn't be prouder of you! You have grown into a fantastic adult. We love you so much!
Your family
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Ashley Nicole Renken
Ashley,
You are very special to us We appreciate your Joy for Life. Continue to strive for your dreams, and enjoy the journey.
Love Mom, Dad, Bre, and Stevie
Kim Remmenga
Kim - You have always had a fabulous smile that brightens our day. We're proud of you and everything that you have accomplished . You are our princess!
Love Mom , Dad and Mike Jeffery James Richardson
Your kindness , your perseverance, your sense of humor, and your determination to do what's right are qualities we ' ve been so proud of. ever since you were a little shaver!
Love, Dad, Mom, Lindsay, & Carrie
Cassandra Louise Richoux
You are a grown-up seventeen with dreams of pre-school teaching and writing science fiction. It's 2001 and you' re ready for your own odyssey of discovery!
Love, Mom, Dad, and Alan Baby Ads
Aaron Michel Rineh a rt
Your bright eyes hav e never missed a thing since you were born ! Keep your positiveattitude, continue to dream and believe in yourself. We love you!
Mom&Dad
Ashley Elizabeth Rob i "o "The future belongs to those who believe in t h , beauty of their dreams '
-Eleanor Roosevelt
Congratulations , we ar e s1 proud of you!
Love, Mom & Dad , Tn : re and Tyler
Bryan Christoper Rosenb { -~
A journey of a thousand mi l, begins with the first step. T J ~· have been many steps betw e n the first and now which ha w made us Proud. Good luck < 1 many more to come.
Love & best wishes , Mom, Dad, Brett , & Melis s a
Jill Renee Russell
Jill,
It has been a pleasure t ( see you grow into the person we always kne you would be. We love you very mu d Mom, Dad and Traci
Cassandra Elizabeth Ruthsatz
Congratulations on completing this big step in life , facing your challenges & growing from them. Keep that smile and keep working hard God has great plans for you. We Love You & will always be here for you!
Phil.4:13
Mom, Dad, & Caitlyn
Nicholas George Salestrom
What a great man you have become! You have brought so much joy and happiness in our lives, and we are very proud of you. May God Bless You as you embark on your new life.
Remember we will always be there for you.
Love you, Mom, Pops and Gran
Erich Stocks Schafer
What an exciting, wonderful journey this has been and continues to be! We are so proud of you, and we love you very much!
Congratulations!
Dad and "Mommy"
Carly Ann Scheider
You have given us so many wonderful memories. We hope all your dreams come true. Wishing you happin ess and success.
We love you!
Mom, Dad, Kelly & Michael
Amy Erin Schmidt
May you always have . plenty of the sweet things in life to enjoy. We are so proud of you.
Love, Mom, Dad, Michael, & Hayley
Nichole (Coco)
Christina Schrader
My "baby" Coco, How can I express the pride and joy you are in my life? From tiny infant to a beautiful woman - I am truly blessed!
Love, "Mommy"
Aaron Michael Schreibe r
Hey ! Scatman Vlad Squad 500 BMW BW'3 I'm Blue (P) Rudy M arquee luxuriate seven NFL2 k Senior Hall EGGS Men' s Room Lights Out Good Night East!
Lov e Rhonda and Kegger
Ronald Burton Schrock
We are very proud of you and all you have accomplished! From this point, the future is yours! Enjoy it. We have faith in you and believe success is ultimately yours!
Love, Mom, Dad, Annie, & Lillie
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Erin Nicole Schuessler
You've come a long way, baby! We love you and are proud of you .
Love, Mom, Dad, and Jesse
Kyle Daniel Schumacher
Kyle, You've been a joy to our family. We are proud of your hard work! We wish you much happiness and success in everything that you do! We love you. Dad, Mom, Mitch, Kristin, and Whitney
Anthony Schwisow
"You become successful the minute you start moving toward a worthwhile goal."
You've reached a new beginning in life and we wish you all the best! We love you.
Mom, Jeff, and Molly
William Anthony Sedlak
Bill, We are so proud of you for setting high goals and pursuing them with study and hard work. Keep following those dreams. Love, Mom, Dad, John, Sarah & Rob Baby Ads
Nathan See Congratulations, Nate !
We're proud of you and your accomplishment s. Remember you can a tt ai only what you can imagine. We'll be watchin, for you in th e sky.
Love Mom, Dad, & Brock
Adrienne Nikole Sell e
Adrienne, We are so proud of you! Follow your dreams. Don't le t anything stop you fro m achieving them. We al. love you very much! ! !
Love, Dad, Mom, Autumn, Clint, & Kal a:
Jesse David Shaw Live, Laugh, & Love!
Your family, Mom, Dad, Tommy, a n Monica
Christine Elizabeth Shub
We are very proud of you your accomplishments. Wt know you will continue to make a positive difference the world.
Love, Mom, Dad, and Ste p
, id en
Jennifer Jene' Sibbel
We are so proud of you and all you have don e. Always believe in yourself and your dr eams will come true.
We Love You , Mom, Dad, and St ac ie
Justin Tyler Si efkes
Justin - Alwa ys in top from & full o f energy! You are a bright , responsible youn g man and we are so very proud of you!
Your futur e looks bright! Love, Mo m & Dad
Nicholas Ed ward Skil e s
"In all yo ur ways acknowled ge Him, and He will make yo ur paths straight. "
We are truly ble s sed to have you as our son.
Love Mom & D ad
Jennifer Le igh Sn o ad
P.I.A. we ar e so very proud of you r ma n y accomplish ments , t his being a major mile ston e in your life. Yo u ' ve always strived fo r the best. Your future will be nothing less.
Love Mom, Renee , Tom, and George
Jessica Kay Soukup
Your succe s s and happines s lie in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall from an in vincible host against difficul ty , ~Helen Keller~
We lo ve you.
Mother, Dad , and Kelsey
Jason Speicher \ Jay Ray, I am so proud of you and everything that you have accomplished Remain strong , believe in yourself and all your dreams will come true "You are light of m y life. "
Love Mom
Kathryn Ann Stenberg Congratulations, Pumpkin! You have given us so many wonderful memories. With all your talent , beauty, and brains, your future is unlimited . We love you lots , Mom , Dad, and Am y
Candace Lynne Stenger Candace, Congratulations! You've worked so very hard. This is both an ending and a beginning. We're proud of you and what you've become.
Love Mom and Dad
Michael Paul St.Germain •
Keep working and trying on climbing the ladder to your own personal success. If you remember that success is a journey, you will have more options and more success.
Love & Congratulations! Mom&Dad
Zachary David Stivrins DETERMINATION! Then and Now!
We are so proud of you! Keep working hard and we know you will succeed!
Love, Mom, Dad, Jenni, and Joe
Brittany Leigh Stohl
What a joy to watch you become the beautiful person you are with so many wonderful talents! We are so proud of you Brittany. Believe in yourself, follow your dreams and happiness always.
Love, Mom, Dad, and Ryan
Steve Strauss
Steve , You are a wonderful part of our lives. We are very proud of you and wish you lots of success and a life full of happiness. Reach for your dreams. Love, Mom, Dad, & Todd Baby Ads
Ky Andrew Stutzman
Ky, You make us pro ud everyday. We love y a a bazillion.
Mom, Dad, & Judd
Adrienne Sullivan
Adrienne Noel Ward
Sweetpea Sullivan! L, ' e your talents, share yo t r gifts , Celebrate Life! You are a Loving daughter, a caring sis t, r, and a BEST FRIEND ' Congrats with Love, Mom, Eric & Meliss a
Angela Michelle Syd i ik
As you hold the door o er for us, the door of yo ur future is open now to y u. May God bless you w i t faith, compassion, fort i 1d and perseverance. We '"e so proud.
Love Dad, Mom, Rac h 1 , andA.J.
Kelly Lynn Tatay
You've given us so m at ' great memories and so much to be proud of o v the years. Congratulations, Mom, Dad, Kristina, Rafael & Stephanie
Gerald W. Temple
"People say that from thi s po int in life , it' s all do wnhill from here . Wh at they fail to reali ze is t ha t downhill is the funne st part "
Max Scott Theis
You h ave "maxed o ut" our e xpectations . Con gratulation s on your schol arship an d character. Lo v e , Mom and Dad, Col in and Tina, Biff and your Grand parents
Cami R ene e Thoms
Con gratul ations, Cami! We are so proud of you. Belie ve in yourself and follo w you r dreams. You have a beautiful heart and smi ley. We love yo u!
Mom , Mark, & Su nny
Jessica Ma rie Toma sek
You h ave brought such joy to o u r lives. We are very p rou d of you. May your jo urney be fi lled with l o ve and all you r dream s co me true . We lo ve you.
Mom , D ad, Jami, Andre w
Justin Paul Toinka
Congratulations! ! ! You are a great kid. We cheri sh the memorie s you have given u s •Always remember, what matter most in life , follow your dreams , and " NTOT " We are so pro ud of you !
Love , Mom, Dad , and Kyle
Daniel Jonathan Tylka
Believe in yourself as much as we believe in you. Continue to develop and share the many talents you posses. Reach high. No goal is beyond your reach. We Love You!
Mom, Dad, & Michael
Jayne Ullstrom
Congratulations Jayne. You have been a wonderful daughter, sister & friend. We have always admired your integrity and individuality. Always believe in yourself.
All our love , Mom , Dad, and Anne
Benjamin Vander Broek
Even at an early age, you showed an incredible sense of style! We knew you were destined for greatness and we are behind you all the way!
Elizabeth Rebekah Varney
To our "Broadway Baby": Keep reaching and growing and making it happen. You're a winner! We're proud of you and love you.
Mom & Dad, Heidi & Grant "
Matthew Richard Wagner
Congratulations Matt! YOU DID IT!!! Look how far you've made it. Keep going stong and have a wonderful future!
Love, Mom, Dad, Jeff, Cikaela, & Frisco
Brady Meyers Walker BMW, Your independence and creativity make you a very unique and special person. There's only one Brady and we love you very much.
Dad, Mom, & Jake
Max Walter
The bravest men always wear tights !
Love you Max!
Love Mom
Neil Walter
"Let the choices you m, today be the choices y 01 can live with tomorro w -Author Unknown
With Pride and love, Mom and Dad
Jason Watson Enjoy!!!
Love, Dad, Mom, and Chris
Russell David Watts Russ-at 11/2 years "They called you bar- t' cheeks." We must have forgott e · hair cut day!
Love ya!
Mom
Matthew James Web ~ We are very proud of y You have always been very special to us and always will be. You' w made our lives very special, too! Thank y Love, Mom, Dad, and family
Janae Erin Wolf
Janae,
When you were born, we were truly blessed and you have given us so much love and laughter. You will go really far no matter what you do in life. We love you.
Dwight Williams
Dwight , You make u s SO happy & proud! Keep God in heart, be true to self. Stay the course, your G .A will help. Cont. the flight to reach your goals - You're in our minds , hearts & souls.
Drive Safely ! Call Often!
Love You! _
Mom , dad , & Chris
Amanda Marie Wilson
Aman da,
Our heart s are full of love and joy as we celebrate this special milestone in your life. While follow ing your dreams, always remember faith, family and friends.
Mom and Dad
Clifford Ja mes Wilson
From the moment you open ed your eyes and looked at us we knew you would be special. You haven 't proven us wrong. Your potential is endless and you have much to offer this world. We love you.
Mom&D ad
, Margaret Elizabeth Wood
Congratulations, Maggie, on all that you've accomplished and all that you are. We couldn't be prouder! A great future is yours for the taking.
Love forever, Mom and Dad
Annie Woudenberg
To our "Baby"musician, scholar, singer, actress, artist, writer, bringer of joy, child of the world!
We love you forever, sweetest-pea!
Mom&Dad
Sarah Jo Wright
You have blessed our lives in " uncountable" ways. Your gifts of clear logic, concern for all people, and loyalty to your beliefs have made me so proud.
I love you, Louise!
Mom
Zach Wright
Congratulations Zach! Good Luck in the future and whatever you choose to do. Keep smiling and enjoy life.
Love, Mom, Dad, Alex, and Molly, Nicole, Corey, and Elizabeth
Michael Lee Yesilcimen
Dear Michael, We love your sense of humor in life. We love you and we'll always be proud of you.
Mom, Dad, & Aylin
Christopher Michael Young
As you face life's challenges, stay kind and caring as you are. Smile, be confident and have faith. We are proud of you.
Love, Mom and Dad
Taylor Lee Weston Hah n Taylee, your talent, ambition, compassion an d principles will guide you well through life, along with our love.
Congratulations!
Love, Mom, Alex, Aaron and Dad
Shamar Justin Young
As a "Mountain Man o the Plains," you will always need to look fo r , flat place to put your feet.
Love, Mom, ·Papa, John, RaQwin
Jessica Lynn Zangari
You've always been a bright, shiny star glow iJ in the distance. Your kindness and gentlene s s add warmth to this wo rl We love you.
Mom and Emily
Megan Kinsey
This "happy" baby gre w up to be a happy senior ! We are proud of her accomplishments and are proud of what she will accomplish in the future.
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St. Mark's United Methodist Church - 8550 Pioneers Blvd. - Lincoln, NE 68520 - 489-8885
Saturday - 5:00pm Sunday-8:00, 9:00, 10:15, 11 :30 am season)
Sunday Church School
Confirmation 9:30am
7th-12 th grade ...... 9:30, 10:15, 11:30am
United Methodist Fellowship (UMYF)
Middle School (6th-8th) .... Sun., 5:00pm
Sr. High (9th-12th) .......... Sun., 6:30pm
Rock and Roll Worship Service (6th-12th) 4th Sun. 7:00pm
Christian Outreach Program .... 1st Wed. 7:00pm
Youth Bells Mon., 6:30pm
Youth Servant Team ......... ...... Mon., 6:30pm
Youth Choir Sr. High-Sun. 5:30pm/MS Wed. 6:30pm
Youth Bible Study ............... Wed., 8:00pm
Officer's Meeting ................ Wed., 6:30pm
Sr. High Bible Study ............... Tues., 7:00-7:35am
5th Quarter-Fridays, September-October (football) and January-March (basketball) 9:30pm-midni g Athletics-Mon., Tues., Thurs. Softball, Basketball, Volleyball_, (depending on the
St. Mark's Youth group's Goals:
* growing closer to God
* growing closer to others
* growing closer to our group
Phone numbers
Church office 489-8885
Youth hot line ..... 489-2532
Youth Minister Don Stewart .489-2738
"God Loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son so that whoever believes in him may not be lost, but ht Eternal life."-John 3:16
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Brad Clark
1400 South 58th
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Acar, Gunseli 36
Achord, John .20 142 222 224
Adams, Bryan 50 223
Adams, Erin 66
Adams, Jennifer 50
Adams, Lindsey 66
Adams, Tim 36 225
Adcox , James 50
Ademi , Besnik 58
Ahlurn, Rachel 50
Ahrens, Kristin 20 108
Ahrens, Megan 50 100 218
Al-Rubaiai, Imad' 20
Al-Rubaiai, Muslim 66 103
Al-Subiahi, Ali 58
Albers , Michelle 50 126
Alegria, Jhonan 58
Alexander, Jessica 36 151
Alexander, Savannah 36
Ali, Ibrahim 36
Allen, Brian 20
Allen, Jeffrey 181
Allen, Patrick 50
Alnwick , Shalla 20
Amack, Chantel 36 126 215
Ambassadors 60 99
Ames, Taylor 66 222 223
Ammerman, Jennifer 45 218
Amos, James 82
Amy, Renee 82
Andersen, Chase 12 36 224
Andersen , Jon 20
Andersen, Mark 36 224
Andersen, Niki 82 225
Andersen, Wade 50 223
Anderson, Alicia 36
Anderson, Ashley 50 218
Anderson, Erin 50 126
Anderson, Kristin 45
Anthony, Abbi 58
Anthony, Jeni 20
Anthony, Justin 66
Anthony, Stephen 66 100 225
Aota, Chika 50
Apollonaires 150
Arends, Connie 82
Arkadiev, Lee 36
Arndt , Ashley 36
Arnold, Daniel 7 4
Arts and Humanities 47
Arunski, Beth 36 63 126
Ashby , Ben 66 225
Ashby, Maggie 36
Ashley , Leah 20 93
Ashley , Ted 36 100
Atherton, Kyle 36
Attanasi o, Devon 66
Atwood, Jennifer 66 69 120
Ayala , Sridhar 36 100 136
Ayriss, Chris 36 225
Ayri ss, Danielle 66
Baalhorn, Brett 50
Babcock, Jim 74
Baby Ads 174
Backman, Teresa 82
Bacon , Jimmy 66 223
Baker, Charles 66 223
Baker, Gary 82
Baker, Jill 20 107 108 225
Baker , Kim 36 99 118
Baker, Michael 87 92
Baker, Ryan 45 224
Baker , Tom 223
Bakewell, Saul 66 221 223
Bakker, Brandon 74
Bakulski , Amanda 50
Balasanova, Alena 50 93 121
Ballard, Jared 20
Bal s, Caitlin 50 121 154 155
Barakat, Hado 32
Barber, Sarah 219
Bare, Thomas 82
Barger , Connie 66
Barkdoll, Kendra 82
Barry , Tyler 50 225
Bartels , Jennifer 50
Bartels , Lindsey 20 29 116 153
Bartels , Zach 50 221
Barth, Chri stian 36 224
Barth , Miranda 20 106 108 151
Barton , Ashley 36 218
Bates , Amber 58
Bate s, Randy 82
Bath , Jennifer 50 121 165 220
Bathurst, RJ 36
Bauer , Susan 82
Baugh , Alan 20
Baum , Tiffany 20 79
Baumgartner, Terran 20
Bayne, Timothy 82
Beadnell -Tu cke r , Carole 87
Beahm, Rene e 87
Beaver , David 36 224
Beaver, Ryan 66
Becker, Jonath an 45
Beckman , Jill 20
Beckman , Steven 50
Beckner , Jennifer 50
Beckstrom, Chasi 50
Beckstrom, Dy Ian 74 223
Beckwith, Emily 45 116
Becwar, Jake 50 225
Bede, Jennifer 50 HB 218
Beermann, Bre t 50 223
Beermann, Jesse 58
Beery, Bethann 50 121
Beeson , Jan 60 82 95 99
Behrens, Ann 87
Belik, Jeff 66
Bell, Ashley 50 126 218
Bell , Sarah 50 126 218
Bellavoce 118
Benash, Adam 36
Bena sh, Jeffrey 20
Bencken , Jacqueline 20 79
Be nder, Dwight 82 222
Benes , Lisa 36
Benham, Erin 20 126 129
Benham , Sara 50 111 126
Bennet , Sara 82
Be nnett , Scott 36 126
Bequette , Jason 36 157
Beran, Casey 50 105 121 222
Beucke , Gregg 58
Beucke, Meg 20 100 108 l 16
Bills, Helen 87
Birdsall, Jen 8 20 94 108 116
Birkel, Andy 51 222 224
Birkel, Matt 51 223
Bishop, Marci 51 156
Bishop, Mindi 51 156
Black , Brittany 51 121
Black, Jenny 37 48
Black, Kristen 37
Blaha, Katy 37
Blessing, Ed 87
Bloeba~m, Leah 20
Bloomquist, Karen 37 126
Blythe, Kyle 66 126
Boardman , Joy 51126 225
Bobenhouse, Neil 37 126 222
Bockman , Erich 51
Bodfield , Shea 58
Bodfield , Tara 20
Boehler , Jonathan 66 223
Boesche , Jamie 37 134 153 219
Boettcher, Joni 20 164 174 220
Boettcher , Mindi 37 156
Bogan , Geoffrey 51
Bohlmann, Carson 66 126 129 225
Bonnett , Jordan 37 113 225
Boone , Amanda 5162121
Bossung , Katie 51 126
Bougger , Lana 51 101 126 129
Bougger , Reggi e 37
Bouwen s, Jesse 37 157 222
Bowhay, Betsy 5154121 154 155 220
Bowman, Jared 45
Boynton , Seth 221 222
Boys and Girls Gymnastics 219
Boys Baske tball 4
Boys Cross Country 225
Boys Swimming 225
Boys Tennis 136
Bozarth, Aaron 51 224
Bozarth, Matt 37 224
Brabec, Lisa 166 219
Brabec, Ryan 20 159 225
Brandt , Paul 51 126
Brass, Jared 51126
Bredenkarnp, Nick 66
Bre densteiner, Derek 51 58
Breitbarth, Leah 37 39 225
Bremer, Matt 51 126
Bremmer , Katherine 66 215
Brennfoerder, Andrew 37 116 117
Breslow, Danielle 20 22 174
Brewer, Matthew 37
Bridge School 48
Brobst, Rebecca 82
Brockman, Linda 82
Brodersen, Emily 20 108 222 225
Brodersen, Laura 51
Broderson, Emily 174
Broening, Derek 51
Brostrom , Sara 20 26 101 108 116 174
Brott, Susan 82
Broughton, Kristi 37 165 220 225
Front row (1-r): Stacie Sibbel, Alyssa Olsen, Megan Johns, Krysta Regelean , Colleen Newlon Back row: Emmaly Stelk, Donley Durre, Leah Ficke, Katie Bremmer, Lora Webster, Ashley Thomassen, Coach Kerri Peterson
Bahm, Andy 36 104 224
Bahm, Travis 36
Bahr , Jessica 58
Bailey, Lindsay 50 121 132 218
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Bajwa, Manjeev 36
Baker, Andrea 82 225
Beran, Matt 20 222
Berg, Casey 20
Berger, Twila 87
Bergholz, Randy 36
Bergt, Alexa 66 219
Bergt, Joel 50
Berlin , Jordan 36 116 126
Berst, Jake 20 29 224
Berst, Kelly 51 218
Besch, Shelly 66
Bessho, Motoki 36
Bettis, Marc 37
Brown, Allison 37
Brown, Lucas 51 126
Brown , Marc 37
Bruce, Jamie 51126 225
Bruening, Frannie 51 215
Bromagen, Taisa 74
Brundege , Lindsay 51
Bruning, Cathryn 32 96 Index
Front row (1-r) : Jordan Hamann, Jenna Goertzen, Kayla Floyd, Shelly Besch , Kim Lowery, Melissa Frohner. Back row: Coach Patty Cope, Katie Whitten, Jill Harmon, Tina Lane, Emily Korab, Sunny Zuehlsdorf.
Bruning, Michelle 58 96
Bruns, Paul 20 126 129
Bryant , Beth 20 77 101 108 116
174
Bryant, Christine 66 74 120 219
Buchanan, Serina 51 218
Buchholz , Steven 66
Buckner, Mark 37 225
Budler, Veronica 45
Bui , Tu 7 37 64 78
Buller, Larry 83
Bullock, Roxanne 32
Bulow, Jacey 51 121 220
Bulow, Josh 20 116 117 124 174
Bunde, Beth 66 126 219
Bunde, Marshall 37
Buntemeyer, James 87
Burbee, Steve 87
Burgett, Daniel 37 222
Burner, Kyle 66 223
Burnett, John 20 225
Burnham, Jon 37 224
Burns, Brooke 51 146 147
Burson, Kristen 66 74 120 126
Burt , Lauran 51 121 155
Burt,Stefanie 1721174
Burton, Elise 66
Bus boom, Chad 21 112 113
Busch , Cortney 51 111
Business Club 88
Bussey, Amanda 66
Butler, Aaron 51
Butler, Adam 66
Butler, Ben 37 159 225
Butler, Brian 21108 109116117
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Butler, Carrie 66
Butler, Chris 21
Butler, Lance 32
Butler , Mary 87
Front row (1-r): Katy Dornbos, Brittany Eurek, Whitney Gillette, Shelby Manzitto, Jordin Craft , Biittany Lahms. Back row: Erin Ostendorf, Stephanie Gubser, Kiistin Jensen, Amanda Ham, Julianne Matczyszyn, Coach Renee Saunders.
Front row: (1-r ) Sara Young, Bes s ie Rapp , Brooke Bums, Megan Crum , Liz Stockstill, Megan Hilgenkamp. Back row: Lisa Benes, Megan Johnston, Christy Olsen, Jennifer Bath, Gabby Cantarero , Katie Wenz , Sarah Sedlak, Coach Nancy Grant-Colson. Index
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Carroll , Anna 37 220
Carter, Emily 67
Cary, Jennifer 67 120
Casady, Kelly 21 78 175
Castillo, Richard 45
Cederdahl, Erika 67 120
Cederdahl, Kjerstin 32
Cederdahl, Metta 67 100 225
Ceraolo, Kara 45
Ceraolo, Kelli 32 126
Cerny , Doris 83
Chadd, Ann 87
Chakraborty, Amit 32 78 114
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Champion, Brandon 67 221
Champion , Brent 37 222
Chandler, Amy 51 121167 220
Chandler, Sarah 21108 175
Chanyour , Abbas 37
Chanyour, Abir 51 74
Chanyour , Ammar 45 51
Charko, Megan 37 126
Charlebois, Aubrey 67
Chauche, Paul 51
Chavez, Alissa 37
Cheerleading 12
Cherng , Nancy 67
Chesnut, Nick 21 98
Chesnut, Noah 67
Chrisman, Johna 21 78
Christatos , Kathleen 51 109 126
155 225
Christensen, Amy 21 126 129
Christensen, Ann 51
Christensen, Ariel 2198175
Christensen, Ashley 37 126 153
Christensen, Dain 67
Christensen, John 37 103 124
Buttermore, Maggie 37 45
Butzims, Atlee 51 222
Butzirus, Stuart 67 140 222 225
Butzke, Andrew 51 58 222 223
Bybee, Bryan 67 222
CCain, Sean 51
Caldwell, Micah 37
Calhoun, Tee 51
Calkins, Christie 67 120 155
Callahan, Jennifer 51
Callender, Kim 58
Callies, Sara 67 120 126
Camp, Jon 21 100
Campbell, Jeff 222
Campbell , Lauren 51 58
Canas, Ashley 45 48
Cantarero, Gabriela 6 37 128
Cantarero, Marcela 83
Cantarero, Nicolas 74 126
Card, Matthew 32
Carey, Amy 37 134 135 153 219
Carey, David 67 163 221 223
Carlile, Jason 37 116 219
Carlson, Corrie 51121 155
Carlson, Jared 21 107 109 225
Carlson, John 21 77 116 126 129
175
Carlson, Mark 37
Carlson, Mark 45
Carlson, Nate 67 225
Carlson, Nick 51 145 223
Carlson, Paul 51
Carman, Ashley 37 126 128
Carnes, Katie 17 37 220
Carnes, Kim 17 37 220
Carngbe, Wellington 67 223
Connelly, Jessica 37 116 117
151
Conradt, Nolan 37
Conradt, Spencer 37
Cook, Drew 37 222
Cook, Elisha 32
Cook, Jeremy 37
Coon , Summer 58
Cope, Clayton 218
Cope, Kenny 132 21 8
Cope , Patty 83 90 14 8
Corbin, Brent 67 22 3
Corbin,Joey 21811 4 21 76
224
Cornell, Matthew 51
Cowles, Allisyn 511 2 6
Cox, Agnes 83
Cox, Andrew 67 113
Cox , Anna 67 126
Cox, Dustin 37
Cox, Tova 21
Craft, Jordin 51 79 14 8 t 9
Craft, Marcus 51
Craig, Michelle 51
Crane, Jamie 32
Cratsenberg, Brian 21
Craw, Mandie 51 121
Crawford, Kallie 37 15
Crawford, Lisa 32
Crawford, Rosemary 6 26 127
Crew, James 83
Christensen, Lauren 51 121
Christensen, Phillip 67 126
Christiansen, Amy 175
Christiansen, Joanna 21 175
Christie, Lauren 51 225
Christmann, Jason 37
Christy , Anna 67 120 126
Churchill , Elizabeth 32 92
Clark, Aaron 21
Clark, Bobby 67
Clark, Jason 37
Clark, Jonathan 67 I 26
Clarke, Matt 37
Clarke, Nathan 58
Class of 2001 33
Clem, Jessica 37
Clifford, Chris 37 76 77
Clifford, Corey 67 225
Clifton, Jackie 37 78
Clifton,Jon 21106108137175 218
Clinkenbeard, Paige 51
Clouston, Kyle 51 225
Clowes, Chris 37 49 222
Clowes, Michael 58 222
Cochrane, Jim 21 176
Cognard , Anne 87
Cohn, Michael 67
Colburn, Leah 45
Cole, Jason 67
Cole, Jenna 67 120 164 219 220
Cole, R yan 21 22 100 176
Coleman, James 37 126 224
Collingham, Carey 21 176
Collingham, Kimberly 51 62
Collingsworth, Christy 67
Collins, Latisha 37
Concert Band 128
Connealy, Sean 5159103 126
Criger, Jason 21 160 17 222
Crisler, Kayla 51
Cross Country 140
Crouch , Kristin 21 21 9
Crow, Mahlon 37 39
Cruickshank, Megan 6 ~ 26
Crum, Megan 37 146
Cruse, Rocky 37
Culwell, Tim 51 161 2 '. ~24
Cummins , Rob 22 17 6
Cunningham, Ashley 2 9 17
Cunningham, Carli 37 ( Currie, Sarah 64 87
Custard, Katie 135
Cyr , Cole 67 144 22 3
Cyr. Matt 22 177 22 4
DDabbert , Bruce 83
Dabbert, Megan 51 12 1
Daharsh , Alison 74
Daharsh, Lance 67 2 2 l
Dahlin , Roxanne 83
Danahoo , Korey 81
Danek, Andrew 22 10 3
Danek, Chelsea 67 12 0
Danhauer , Chad 67 22 3
Daniel, Allison 51121 1 6
Daniel, Emily 22 116 l
Danley, Heather 67 21 9
Danley, Samuel 67
Darling, Alison 22 29 1 l07
108 177
Dart, Ashley 37 Daum, Felix 37
Davidson, Courtney 5 1
Davis, Holly 37 76 77 1
Davis, Jennifer 37 13 2
Davis , Jessica 67
Davis , Matt 83 114
Davis, Nick 51 225
Davis, Victoria 67 22 5
Davison, Cole 38 126
Dawson, Vince 52 126 Day, Aaron 45
De an, Katie 38 118 219
Dearin ger, Mica 74
Deaton, Jennifer 52 126 225
Deaton, Rachael 38 126
Debate 114
DECA 88 106
Dee, Lyndsey 22 77 126 129
177
Delabarre , Abigail 38
Demp sey, Erin 38 79 90 110
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Denker, Megan 22 79 107 138 152153177215
Dennis, Zachariah 22
Deri enzo, Michael 52
Derienzo, Nicholas 52
Desmond , Dirk 223
Diaz, Orion 32 38
Dickey, Kristen 22 l 00 116 177
Dickey, Matthew 38
Dickman, Andrew 67
Di ckman, Derek 52
Difference Makers 60 l 02
Dillo w, Cole 67 221 223
Dilw orth, Stephanie 38 116 117
Dimon, William 83
Dinger, Alison 22 47 107 108
Din ger, Mary 38
Dinke r, Megan 29
Din sdale, Eric 67 126
Dirk s, Austin 67 221 223
Dirks, Emil y 38
Dittmer, Cristy 22 78 177
Dittmer, Kaela 38 218
Dittmer, Mandy 38
Di xon, Seth 74
Doan , Thi 58
Doan , Tinh 45
Dog gett, Jim 58 67 222 223
Dole zal, Lindsay 38
Dollfin s 90
Dom gard, Chris 45 225
Donah oo, Chris 67
Don ahoo, Korey 22 25 177
Don ald, Natalie 52
Don kin, Elizabeth 52
Dono van, Jessica 7 38 225
Doolittl e, Kendra 22 107 108
178
Dornb os, Katy 52 121
Do s Santo s, Erica 52
Dot son, Adam 22
Dot son, Kris 38 116
Dou glas-Lundy, Robin 83
Dow , Elizabeth 22 100 132 178
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Dowd ing, Shelly 83
Do y le, Robin 22 178
Dre ss, Karen 83 102
Dri scoll, Chri stine 22 178 222
Duba s, Tabi 22 116 178
Dud ek, Mary 87
Dudn ey, Ryan 22 32 112 113
Duff, Kory 74
Dulin g, Kally 38 40 116
Dum as, Alex 67
Dunb ar, Tom 22 100 225
Dun can, Davone 32
Dun can, Erin 22 151 178
Dunn , Billy 74
Dunni gan, Eric 67 223
Dunnin g, Delores 83
Durre, Donley 67 166 215 220
Durst , Ryan 10 67 221
Dutter , Tyler 45 126
Du val, Gibbie 38 224
Dzenis, Olia 52 110
EEarhart, Ford 22 23 29 179
Earnest, Dan 38 78
Easley , Russell 58
Eberly, Jason 38 140 225
Ebers, Caroline 23 116 179
Echoes 120 • Ecology Club 111
Eden, Brandon 67
Edwards , Matt 52
Egr , Kelli 23 116 164 220
Einspahr, Duncan 38 109 222 224
Einspahr, Laurie 23 108 179
Eisenmann, Larry 83
Elam, Kimberly 45
Elias, Nate 52 126
Ellerbruch, Mike 225
Ellingson, Lauren 52 121 215
Elsener, Pat 67 223
Elsner, James 87
Emery, Lindsey 67 215 219
Enderle, Jamie 23 116 117 146 153 179
Engel, Amy 52 220 225
Engelhart, Douglas 87
Enlson, Ben 225
Ens, Quentin 52 223
Epley, Jenna 52 154 155 167 220
Epp, Dianne 83
Eppert, Dave 83 134 219
Ergashev, Mu rod 67
Erickson, Becky 62
Ericson, Justin 38
Erwin, Lindsay 23 94 109 164 165 179 220
Escamilla, Amy 83
ESL 64
Espenschade, Kelly 38 95 109 218
Esquivel, Tony 38
Essay, Luc 52
Essex, Deb 83
Estep, Joshua 45
Estrada, Anthony 52 222 223
Eurek, Brittany 52
Eurek, Courtney 23
Evans, Ben 38 126
Everett, David 67 ) 26
Ewalt, Paul 67 126
Exstrom, Caleb 52
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Ficke, Kara 22 23 108 116 117 151
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Ficke, Leah 67 120 148 155 215
Fielder, Kacy 52
Fields, Tim 52 225
Fink, Dylan 38 126
Finke, Sarah 23 108 180
Finn, Kevin 23 180 224
Fischer, Anastasia 67 126
Fisher, Scott 67 126
Fitzgerald, Erin 38 220
Fitzgerald, Ryan 224
Flanagain, Carissa 45
Flanagan, Amanda 38 45 79 103
104 115
Flatt, Tyson 67 222
Fleming, Greg 83 225
Fleming, Jeff 38
Fleming, Josh 67 223 225
Fleming, Ryan 38 116 225
Flodman, Jessika 38
Florez, Daniel 32
Flowerday, Ken 83 111
Floyd, Kayla 67
Fonfara, Patti 45 48
Football 12
Foote, Halee 68
Ford, James 68 222 223
Foreman, Andrew 68
Foreman, Heather 23 153
Forney, Mike 74
Forsberg, Michelle 218
Forst, Dillon 68 126
Fortmeier, Ines 38
Fosdick, Andy 52
Fosdick, Jena 52 79 220
Fosnaugh, Elizabeth 38
Fosnaugh, Erin 68 120
Fossberg, Scott 68 126 221
Foster, Erin 23 180
Franks, Brittany 38 153
Franson, Moriah 52
Franti, John 68 126
Frantz, Audrey 23 l 08 180 225
Franz, Danielle 52 158 159 225
Fraser, Laurie 14 83
Frazell, Matthew 52
Fredell, Donna 87
Freeman, Jamie 38
French Week 62
Frerichs, Jessica 38
Freshman A Boys Basketball 221
Freshman A Volleyball 215
Freshman B Boys Basketball 221
Freshman B Volleyball 216
Freshman Boys Basketball 162
Freshman Cheers 154
Freshman Football 144 223
Freshman Girls Basketball 166 219
Dvorak , Melanie 38
Dykema , Scott 23 178
Dymacek , James 83
Front row (1-r): Courtney Eurek, B rett McCurdy, Natalie Metcalf, Jamie Enderle. Second row: Tabi Dubas, Christie Johnson, Kim Carnes, Erin Palmer, Alison Dinger, Amy Schmidt. Back row: Kristin Nelson, Katie Carnes, Annika Webb, Sara Newlon, Jennifer Gilson, Maggie Buttermore, Coach Myron Oehlerking.
Front row (1-r): Curtis Frierson, Jeigh Tushick, Paul Stromberg. Back row: Coach Greg Fleming, Andrew Wilson, Andy igro, David Koehn.
Fagen, Jon 67 221
Fairbanks, Sara 22 23 116 117 151 179
Fairfield, Ashley 67 120
Panders, Jacob 38
Fang, Christine 67
Farag, Sebastian 45
Farleigh, Heather 52
Farrand, Dana 38 218
Fassnacht, Kristin 52 121 218
FBLA 107
Felton, Alex 23 60 77 111
Felton, Ross 52 92 111
Fentiman, Travis 23 168 169 179 222 224
Ferguson, Dustin 23
Ferguson, Jordyn 45
Ferris, Christopher 52
Ferris, Stephanie 67 219
Fichthorn, Dutch 87
Freshman Volleyball 148
Freshmen 66
Frey, Carrie 23 29 180
Frierson, Curtis 74
Fries, Katherine 52 110
Froehlich, Adam 68 223
Frohner, Melissa 68 126 129 225
Frost, Phil 45 126
Fruhwirth, Joanne 52 121
Fruhwirth, Will 68 92 93
FSO 121
Fulcher, Danielle 52 61 111
Fuller, Pamela 87
Fuller, Reed 68
Fullerton , Joshua 15 23 180 224
Fullerton, Justin 52
Fullerton, Micha 38
Fusselman, Carly 38 118
Front row (1-r): Jared Lauer, Neil Mohlman, Jerall Smith. Back row: Coach Jim Jensen, Sridhar Ayala, Marshall Bunde, Ted Ashley, Christian Huebner.
Front rqw (1-r ) : Chuck Gangahar , Amit Chakraborty , David Kingery , Adam Kovar, Keith Jensen. Back row: Jason Speicher, Greg Walklin , Aaron Sanchez, Alex Carper, Jake Hoppe, Jon Clifton, Coach Jeff Hoham.
Gaddie , Galen 83
Gale , Greg 38 126 127
Gale , Jamie 68
Gale , Scott 45
Gangahar , Chiraag 23 180
Gangahar , Chuck 100 107 114
218
Gangi , Miriam 23
Ganz , Joel 38
Gapp , Jon 38
Gardner , Teal 52 79
Garey , Ashley 38 126
Garey, Brian 68 126
Garthright , Ashley 38
Gartner , Ryan 68
Gary , Randi 68 120
Gaver , Ashley 22 23 180
Geier-Brindell, Terri 83
Geisler , Brenda 83
Georgeson , Chad 23 181
Gerlach , Sheena 23 181
German Club 92
Germer , Kate 39 45
Gerrard, Eric 52 109 163 221
223
Gertonson , Amanda 38
Gibler, Jessica 38
Gibler, Lilly 68 120 215
Gillan , David 38
Gillan , Patrick 68
Gillespie , Emily 68 120
Gillespie , Nicole 38 225
Gillette , Whitney 52 121
Gil son , Jennifer 23
Gingery , John 83 224
Gingery, Nathaniel 52
Gingery , Travis 52 221 224
Girls Basketball 4
Front row (1-r): Ashley Bell , Lauren Schulz , Mallory Munger , Alicia Karle. Second row: Clayton Cope (bat boy), Coach Kenny Cope , Serina Buchanan , Sarah Bell , Megan Ahrens. Back row: Laura Philipps , Ashley Anderson, Katie Judds, Kristin Fassnacht , Stasi Sattler.
Front row (1-r): Molly Larson , Lindsay Bailey , Kelly Berst, Erin Schultz, Jennifer Bede , Kaela Dittmer. Second row : Sydney Stanard , Mari Thietje, Nicole McDonnell, Kelly Espenschade, Anne Higley. Back row: Laura Suhr, Ashley Barton , Kendra Roller , Dana Farrand , Jennifer Ammerman , Nikki Plies, Coach Michelle Forsberg. Index
Gulbrandson , Ashley 45
Gulchuk , Oksana 23
Girls Cross Country 225
Girls Golf 138
Girls Softball 132
Girls Swimming 225
Gi v ing 60
GLBTSA 60 92
Gleim , Chris 52 224
Goertzen , Jared 23 140 181 225
Goertzen, Jenna 68 120 219
Gogela, Steve 52 100 162 221
Golliglee , Chad 58
Goodrich, John 68
Goodsman, Brett 38
Gordon , Suzy 52
Govori, Ramush 45
Graham, Adam 23 126 129
Graham, Mitch 23 112 113
Grant, Irene 45
Gregg, Ashley 52
Griess, Halley 68
Griffin , Chantal 52 121 126
Griffin , Josh 74
Griffin , Justin 74
Griffin , Kandyce 38
Griffin, Travis 58
Griffin, Tyler 32
Gritton , Jessica 38
Grosscup , Bradley 38
Grossenbacher , Brian 45
Grubbe, Morgan 68 120 126
215
Gruhl, Danielle 32
Gruhl , Josh 11 23
Gu, Susan 52
Gubser , Stephanie 52 121
Gude , Curtis 23 181
Gude, Kelle 38 116 153
Guido , Stephanie 52 121 215
220
Harrison , Jonathan 68
Hart , Ashley 39 96
Gulchuk , Ruslan 38 Hart , Melissa 52
Gustafson , Vicki 83
Gutsche , Andrea 22 23 111
Gutsche , Je ssica 52
Gymnastics 134
HHaake, Jeni 45
Hartman , Kaitie 24 18 2
Hartman , Nancy 83
Hartsock , Brandon 24 11 6
Harvey , Kayla 39
Hascall , Ky 83 126
Hass, Megan 24 182
Haumont , Robert 68
Haun , Trent 68 126
Haase , Ryan 23 100 126 129 Havener , Julie 83
Haberman, Jeffery 52 Hayes , Justin 24 182
Habighorst, Raechel 45 Hayes , Lindsey 39 103 i 16
Habitat for Humanity 4 14 Head , Lauren 52 126
Hackworth, Anthony 58 Heard, Christopher 45
Hackworth , Brandon 45 Hees , Mike 32
Hackworth, Leighanne 74 120
Hackworth , Paul 45 116
Heidrick , Joe 68 223
Heiser, Pat 53 162 221 2 24
Hackworth , Tiffany 32 Heiserman, Jenny 24 10 ~
Hadley, Laurel 52 121 219 225
Haeffner, Bob 87
Heiserman, Josh 58
Heithold , Jon 84
Haga , Mandy 68 Hellwege , Shawn 24
Haga , Nicky 52 Helzer, Susan 84
Hahn, Aaron 52 Hemmingsen, Jared 53 2
Hahn, Alexander 32 Henderson , Kellie 24 92
Hahn , Dana 68 Henderson , Stacy 39 10(1 2
Hahn, John 23 Hendrickson, Natalie 39 J
Hahn, Taylor 23 116 150 151 156
200
Hendrix , Lisa 39 225
Haile, Hiruth 58 Henke , Kristen 39
Halama, Tom 38 Henrick s, Wendy 84
Haley , Erin 68 120 Henry , John 84
Hall ," Gretchen 83 Henson , Emily 74
Hall , Shannon 3 8 Herman, Beverly 87
Halpine , Karla 83 Herman , Terra 24 182
Ham , Amanda 52 148 220 Herman, Travis 53
Hamann , Jordan 68 120 Hermance , Audrey 74
Hames, Jon 68 Hermanson, Timothy 39
Hamilton, Gretchen 38 Heroes at East 49
Hamilton , Lori 52 Herrington , Mary 84
Hammad , Mohammad 52 Herron , Kim 53 121
Hammad , Rose 68 Hersch, Dan 68 222 22 3
Hamo , Bahar 52 Hershey, Lynne 84
Hampton , VaVontee 24 142 143 Herting , Dan 39
224
Hanks , Erica 24 181 225
Hannan, Ashlee 45
Herting , Emily 53
Hespen , Jonathan 87
Heyl, Eric 68 126 225
Hanrath, Andrew 38 126 Hiatt , Emily 24 78 18 2 '.!
Hans , Jeff 52 126
Hiatt , Ryan 53 222
Hans, Katie ' 68 90 126•155 Hicks , Sean 45
Hansen, Jenny 38 153 Higley , Anne 39 218
Hansen, Luke 24 25 29 181 Hilgenkamp , Megan 39
Hansen, Nathan 52 Hill, Aaron 58 126
Hansen , Ryan 24 181 224 Hill , Jenna 53 155
Hansen, Tim 38 Hille, Tyler 24 100 10 8 •
Hanson, Jeffrey 24 Hines , Nikki 53 121
Hanson, Lacey 52 154 155 Hinkley, Matt 39 116
Harbaugh , Ryan 68 221
Hinkley , Melissa 68 21
Harbison, Jennifer 38 63 110 126 Hinkley, Tara 53
Harbison, Rebecca 24 97 181 Hipple, Kaitlyn 53 121
Harder , Coralyn 83 Hobbs , Megan 24 78 18:
Harder, Julie 83 Hobbs, Seth 53
Hardin, Arny 68 126 Hodge , John 53
Hare, Dene 83 Hodtwalker , Judy 87
Harmon , Jill 68 90 219 Hoefs , Nicholas 24
Harms , Ben 24
Hoefs , Nick 24 92 111
Harms, Larry 87 Hoff, Brad 53
Harper, Kim 52 93 Hoff, Linda 84
Harral , Kyle 52 Hoffart, Brian 53
Harral, Stephanie 24 182 Hoffman, Justin 39 91 1 1
Harring , Amanda 24 29 129 182 Hoffman, Veronica 39
Harring , Mandy 126 Hofpar , Brandon 45 224
Harris, Andrew 24 Hogan, Donald 58
Harris, Brittney 68 120 126 219 Hoham, Jeff 84 137 21 8
Harris , Christopher 24 38 182 Hohenfeldt, Jeremy 39 l
Harris, Edward 58 Hoke , Heather 53 121
Harris , Melissa 38 Hoke, Jason 68
Harris, Scott 32 107 126 129 Holbrook, Robert 68
6 128 118
Holde n, Aleah 39
Holden , Joy 24 183
Ho ld en, Rachel 68 120
Holechek, James 84
Ho lt , J ane 77 84
Homecoming 104
Hommad, Mohammad 64
Ho neycutt, Amber 66 68 126
Ho n g, Ben 24
Ho ng, Nancy 68 120
Ho p pe, Jake 22 24 108 136 218
Ho rejsi, Grant 45
Hori zons 121
Horn , Molly 53 155
Hose, Darin 24 150
Ho stetler, Debra 84
Hos tetler, Jacob 24
Hou k,Shau n 45
Ho usel, Benjamin 39
Hovorka, J oe 84 221 222
Howard, Kim 39 153 219
Howard, Patrick 74 126
Hoy, Aaron 32
Hranac, Sarah 39 126
Hran ac, Tom 68 126 222 223
Huang, J iao 39
Hubb ell, Kevin 84 225
Hud son, Brad 39 222
Hue bner, Anna 53 54 121 155
Hue b ner, Christian 39 116 124
125
Huff, Sarah 24
Huggins, Eric 126
Hu g h es, Jennie 24 108
Hug h es, Lonna 68 126
Hull , Brad 68 221 223
Hull , Tyler 45
Hu mm, D avid 39 94 l 03
Hund t, Craig 24 183
Hund t, Michael 24 183
Hupp ert, Megan 39
Hu se man, Jonna 53 126
Hu ssey, Amanda 58
Hu stad, Erik 24 81 183
Hu s tad, Kinsey 68 120 126
Hutcheson, Andrew 68 223
Hy att, Emily 108
Hyn ek, Amy 24 183 225
IIhde , Jessi 24 183
Ima ges 59 121
In ger soll, Tim 17 22 24 25 184
Ingr a m , Sandie 53 126 140 225
Ingr am, Susan 39 118
lrion s, Mandi 39 114
Iron s, Amanda 68 120 126
Iron s, Emily 68 120
Iron s, Mikala 53 121
I a acs, Jean ne 87
JJablon ski, Erin 22 25 77 164 184
219 220
Jack son, Amy 45
Jack so n, Cliff 84
Jacob s, M ere 25 29 103 104 116
125 15 1 184
Jacob so n , Amy 39 220
Jacobu s, Jay 53
Jacob y, Jocelynn 53 58
Jaege r, Clay 84
Jaeger , La u ra 84
Jamb o r , Eric 53
Jane sc h , Mi chael 84 224
Janovec, David 25 60 126 129
184
Janovec, Katie 68 120
Janovec, Michelle 219
Janssen, Cory 7 4
Janssen, Eric 25 113 184
Janssen, Timothy 84
Jarnagin , Kri 84
Jazz Band 122 128
Jedlicka, Stephanie 39
Jelinek, Leo 84
Jenkins, Katie 53 85
Jensen, Ashley 68
Jensen, Jessica 25 139 164 184
215 220
Jensen, Keith 39 218
Jensen, Kristin 53
Jensen, Kyle 68 126
Jobst, Ashley 74
Joe, Brian 25 184
Johannesen , Jamie 68
Johansson , Fredrik 39
Johns, Megan 68 215
Johnsen, Vicky 84 138 139 215
Johnson, Aaron 68 126 223
John on, Adam 32
Johnson, Amber 53
Johnson, Ben 39 224
Johnson, Christie 17 39
Johnson, Eric 40 141 225
Johnson, Janis 84 86
Johnson, Jenifer 84 109
Johnson, Matt 40
Johnson, Nate 40 126
Johnson, Shannon 40 48
Johnson, Vincent 40
Johnson, William 25 185
Johnston, Blake 25 185
Johnston, Dorann 11 84 107
Johnston , Eve 45
Johnston, Megan 53 220
Jones, Sally 84
Jones, Sarah 25 108 185
Jones, Stephanie 40 45
Jones, T.J. 53 121 225
Jones, Tyrone 32
Jordan, Ashleigh 48 53
Jordan , Otto 40
Joseph , Greg 53
Joseph, Sarah 25
Journalism 12
Judds, Katie 53 121 218
Judge , Caitlin 53
Juilfs, Coby 25
Juilfs, Sarah 40
Jumps, Jamie 53 104
Junior Varsity Boys Basketball 160
Junior Varsity Football 142
Junior Varsity Girls Basketball 164
Juniors 36
Jurgensen , Randi 40
JV Boys Basketball 222
JV Cheers 152
JV Football 224
JV Girls Basketball 220
JV Volleyball 146
KKabourek, Brian 84 162 221
222 225
Kahle , Bryce 40 79
Kahler, Kevin 40 45 168 222
Kahler, Linda 84
Kahm, Jennifer 45
Kambal, Zuhair 25 45
Karle, Alicia 68 120 218
Karr, Abbey 8 25 116 126 128 129
185
Karthauser, Kyle 74
Ka 1, Jared 68 113 126
Kaspar , Liz 40 ~25
Kathol, Ted 68
Kaufman, Dustin 53
Kawamoto, Brandi 40 103
Kazebeer, Kendra 58 107
Kechely , Bill 224
Keck, Duane 87
Keedy, Brian 25 185
Keedy, Jared 53 223
Keeler, Shannon 12 68 126
Keen, Darren 22 25 26 80 81 116
Keen , Phil 40
Keep, Marjorie 84
Keith, Ashley 25 150 151 185
Kellam , Matthew 53
Keller , Chris 53 78 111
Keller, Erin 40
Kelly, Kristin 53 79
Kelly, Quinton 40
Kemper, Ann 45
Kendle, Sean 58
Kessler , Dan 40 126
Ketterl, Crystal 87
Ketterl, Tyler 53 221 223
Key Club 88 110
Khan, Sana 25 93
Khan, Yuseph 53
Kibbie, Marisa 53 92
Kieselhorst, Kyle 53 225
Kilgore , Diana 45
Kim , Bo- Yie 53 121
Kim , David 68 100 222 223
Kindle, Diane 48 53
King, Erin 84 124
King, Zach 45 222
Kingery, David 25 185 218
Kingery, Lance 84 132 166 219 220
Kinser, Jessica 25
Kinsey, Megan 25 108 116 153 200
Kirchner, Jeff 25 80 82 104 116 117 186
Kirkland, Brian 25
Kirkland, Kelli 53 58
Kittok, Adam 25
Klasek, Hannah 25 77 101 107 108 164 186 220
Kliment, Jolene 68 120 134 155 219
Klingenberg, Aaron 69 222
Klingenberg, Austin 25 186
Kluck, Allen 40
Klug, Ryan 69
Knapp, Jenna 8 69 158 159 225
Knapp , Katie 26 77 100 108 116 186
Knight , Carrie 69 120
Knight, Jes ica 26 186
Knight, Rya n 17 22 26 29 225
Knollenberg, Cara 40
Knopp, Joslyn 40
Knust, Stephanie 53 12 1
Knuth, Sabrina 87
Koch, Casey 69
Koehler, Bran d on 26
Koehn, David 74
Koehn, Theodore 84
Koelsch, Jessica 45
Koenig, Bret 84
Kohel, Kathleen 84
Jank , Jul ie 6 25 101 107 108 116
184
V a rsity
Front row (1-r): Kristin Crouch, Katie Dean, Jamie Stock, Melissa Weihe, Sta cy Smith Second row: Coach Michelle Janovec, Liz Dow, Tam Suhr, Jenna Cole, Jenny Davis, Anna Runge (bat girl). Back row: Coach Lance Kingery, Cassandra Ruthsatz , Ashley Wellman, Kelly Kurtzer, Erin Jablonski, Melissa Hinkley, Coach Laura Runge.
Front row (1-r): Stephen Tetrault, Christine Bryant, Amy Carey, Kelly Tatay, Jolene Kliment, Kim Howard, Jason Wassung. Back row: Coach Sarah Barber, Jason Carlile, Kurt Leffler, Jessica Wiles, Brittney Harris, Laurel Hadley, Tiffany Lee, Ja e Boesche, Lee Logan, Coach Dave Eppert.
Front row (1-r): Lindsey Emery, Stephanie Ferris, Breanna Renken, Stacy Smith, Ceanna Seaman, Talia Mason, Heather Danley. Back row: Malinda Lammers, Anna Wolf, Jill Harmon, Beth Bunde, Jenna Goertzen, Katie Whitten, Alexa Bergt, Coach Lisa Brabec.
Kalemkiarian, Justin 40
Kambal, Hu sham 25 107
Kohel , Mike 26 116 126 129
Kohlman, Justin 40
Front row (1-r) : Donley Durre , Lindsay Bailey , Jacey
Bulow, Julie Oseka, Stephanie Guido, Jennifer Mecom, Jenna Epley. Back row: Stasi Sattler, Mariana Silveira , Amanda Ham , Erin Smith, Megan Dabbert , Mariana
Marcondes, Amy Chandler , Amy Reyno l dson , c oach Lance Kingery.
Kokrda , R.J 69 16 2 22 1
Kolbe , Jo s lyn 121
Kolbrek , Derrick 53
Komet s cher , Niki 26
Kon gs, Kate 40
Koonce , Laura 26
Koop , A shley 40 126
Koop , Malachi 69
Korab , Emily 69 90 120 126 225
Kornfeld , Candace 40
Kotcharian , Anait 69
Kotcharian , A shot 26 100 108 111
Kot schwar , Joy 69 126
Kovar , Adam 40 125 126 159 218
225
Kovar, Natalie 69 126
Kozakiewicz , Angela 45
Kozakiewicz , Ca ss ie 26 99
Kozakiewicz , Joey 45
Kozakiewicz , Kristin 53
Kozisek , Matthew 40 126
Kratka , Alicia 69
Krau s, Mandy 69 126 225
Kreck.low , Sarah 32
Kreifels, Angela 40 77 225
Kreifel s, Jason 40 160 222 224
Kreifels , Kerri 26 126 129
Kreifel , Nathanial 26 186
Kreifel s, Nicholas 69
Krick , Corby 69 98 126
Krieger , Gage 40 157
Krohn , Katherine 53 121
Kroon , Linda 84
Krumland , Michael 26
Kru se , Irene 87
Kuehl , Anne 26 186
Kuhn , Kaycee 26
Kunkee , Emily 26 29 103 186
Kurasawa, James 58
Kursawa , Robert 74
Kurtzer , Kelly 40 126 132 219
Kurtzer , Lind sey 53
Kuster , Katie 69 120 225
Front row (1-r): Anna Carroll , Amy Engel , Kri s ti
Broughton, Tara Neddenriep , Sarah Sedlak , Megan Strain, Kim Carnes. Back row: Coach Sarah Stefkovich, Megan Johnston , Christy Olsen, Jennifer Bath , Betsy Bowhay , Laura Philipps , Katie Carnes , Coach John Strain.
Front row (1-r): Jena Fosdick , Rachel Manijak , Jessica Jensen , Erin Fitzgerald, Hannah Klasek , Jenna Cole , Joni
Boettcher Back row: Coach Sarah Stefkovich , Coach
Mike Rennells, Kelli Egr , Lindsay Erwin , Liz Leach , Erin
Jablonski, Melissa Hinkley , Amy Jacobson , Coach John Strain, Coach Todd Mitmesser.
Lea , Hannah 69 120 Malone , Keth 54
Lea , Jordan 53 223 Maltarich , Steve 54 225
Leach , Li z 26 95 116 164 187 220 Mandelko , Drew 74 223
Leak , Kenneth 53 Mandelko , Nathan 45
Index
Kvanli , Kara 53 105
Kvanli , Rachel 26 60 101 102 116 187
LLacayo , Ga ston 58
Lacey , Matthew 69 222
Lada , Samantha 74
Lafler , Vanessa 45
Lager , Kris 32
Lambert , Ali 40 85
Lamer , Elizabeth 40
Lammers , Brandon 45
Lammers, Malinda 69 126 219
Lammle , Kirstin 69
Lamoreaux , Kristen 53
Lander, Zach 53 223
Lane , Carrie 53
Lane , Kristina 69
Langer , Brandon 66 69 126 221 223
Lannin , Linda 84
Lanning , Cassie 53 126
Larson, Benjamin 41
Larson, Judy 84
Larson , Molly 53 132 218
Larson, Timothy 69
Lash , Kyle 26 187
Laucomer, Chad 53
Lauer, Jared 69 136
Lauer, Josh 41 80
Lautenschlager , Karl 85
Lawerence, Victoria 87
Lawrence , Chris 45
Lawrence, James 41
Lean , Jeff 85 122 126 129 Manijak , Rachel 6 41 165 220 22~
Lea vitt , David 45 Manzitto , Shelby 54
Lechner , Mike 74 Mar , Brennan 41
Lee , Meli ss a 12 13 26 78 100 101 Mar , Ta sha 70 120 225 187 Marching Band 12 128
Lee , Tiffany 53 78 100 155 219 Marcondes , Mariana 4 1 22 0
Leffler , Kurt 69 219 Marotz, Joan 85
Lefler , Emily 41 Marr , Leah 54 225
Lefler , Etiennette 85 Martial Arts Club 88 1 12
Lefler , Kurt 126 Martin , Andrew 27 18 8
Lefler, Stephanie 63 Martin, Bennett 27
Leggiadro , Brenda 85 Martin , Erin 70 120
Lehmanow sky , Mary Beth 66 85 Martin , Felicia 27 77 188
Lehrns , Brittany 53 Martin, Jerome 85
Leibhart , Lynelle 58 Martin, Karly 70 120
Leigh , David 41 224 Martin , Katy 27
Leipold , Erica 69 126 Martin, Kim 41
Lemon, Je s sica 69 Martin, Kyle 27 112
Le s ter , Ryan 26 Martindale , Judy 85
Lewis, Kelly 26 108 Martinez , Corey 41
Ley , Gerard 69 Martinez, Monica 70 126
Liechti, Nicholas 45 Maschka , Dillon 41
Lightner, Justin 53 222 223 Maser , B.J. 41 156 224
Lillie , Kenzie 41 58 121 225 Mason , Bradley 41
Lima , Henrique 65 69 Mason, Spencer 54
Lima, Renatha 45 Mason, Talia 70 120 21 9
Lind, Drew 69 Mason , Tyler 54
Lind , Nichola s 41 Mason-D'Croz , Michael 5 26
Lintel , Tony 41 116 Massey, Michelle 85
Livingston , Laura 53 Massing , Jeremy 27 18 8
Loeck , Katherine 69 120 Masters, Clay 41 115 126
Logan , Jake 69 144 223 Masters, Rachel 70
Logan, Lee 219 Matczyszyn, Julianne 54 126
Lok, Nyachin 41 65 Matczysyn , Lindsay 41
Long , Jessica 70 93 120 Math Club 100
Long , Rob 54 Matson, John 70 221 225
Longwell, Stacie 54 156 Maul, Tracey 87
Longwell , Stephanie 54 Mays, Kessondra 27 10 8 • 188
Loos, Matt 41 222 McBumey, Patrick 70 22
Loper , Blake 41 McCabe, Jeffrey 85
Lo see , Stewart 41 47 McCallister, Derek 126
Lovorn , Corey 54 221 McCallister , Laura 54 5 8
Lowery, Kim 70 90 126
Loy , Aaron 22 27 187
Loy, Jake 70 126
Mccawley , Angie 54 12 1
McClure , Shamus 70 22 3
McCown , Alicia 41
Loy, Jo s h 70 McCoy , Chelsea 27 18 8
Loy , Rachel 54 121 McCuistion, Michael 87
Loyd, Chris 15 41 61 224 McCullough, Megan 27 l
Lu , Diana 70 McCullough, Ryan 70 22~
Lucchino , Anthony 70 McCurdy , Brett 27 146 2:
Lucchino , Michael 54 McCurdy , Keenan 70 16 8 )2 2
Lucchino , Nichole 27 116 187 223
Luebbert , Ryan 27
Lueke, Matthew 45
Lueking, Logan 54 98
Lukas , Corey 70
McCurdy, Marty 85 168 2
McDaniel , Cameron 41 1 1
McDonnell, Nicole 41 2 H
McEntarffer, Danny 85
Lukas, Cristina 27 187 McEntarffer , Frank 223
Lyman, Derek 41
Lyons, Edward 85
Lytle, Dorthy 87
MMaaske, Krystal 54
Mackey, Catie 54
Madsen, Marta 27 90 108 116 187
McEntarffer, Pete 85
McFarland, James 70 22 5
McKee, Adam 70 111 12 6
McKelvey, Sam 41
McKinney, Janet 58 92
McLaughlin, Pat 41
McNaught, Jeff 45 116
McNenny , Heather 54 12 1
McPherren, Ed 85 160 16 1 2
Magnuson, Kelly 27 116 117 188 McRoberts, Chrystal 70
Maguire , Marc 54 224
Mecom, Jennifer 54 220
Makkawy , Ahmed 27 78 Medical Club 88 10 l
Makkawy , Karim 54 Medley , Jenna 70
Malit, Wilfredo 41 Meier, Brad 32
Malit , Wilson 27 Meier, Julianne 70 120
Mallula, Angel 45
Meints, Adrienne 70
Malone, Brian 41 126 Mellen, Sharon 7 4
Malone, Kamron 27 Mendez, Julio-Cesar 32
Merchant, Jeffrey 41 Myers, Jeff 58 225
Mericle, Jeff 41 126 Myers, Jenny 27 108 119 151
Messing, Rick 87 189
Metcalf, Natalie 14 27 29 101 152 153 188
Metzger , Jake 54 126
NMeyer , Amber 70 120 225 Najibullah, Mathias 74
Meyer, Candice 32 Najibullah, Michelle 58
Meyer, Carla 85 86 Nakagawa, Lori 86
Meyer, Cira 45 Namuth, Ashley 71 120
Meyer, Jaime 27 29 116 Nannen, Neil 86
Meyer, Lila 41 222 Nash, Kevin 41
Meyer, Sherry 85 121 National Honor Society 108
Meyerhoff, Casi 70 120 Navratil, Alan 71
Meyers, Bryce 41 160 222 Neddenriep, Tara 41 220 225
Meyers, Mallory 54 Nedved, Alex 71 222
Michelsen , Jenna 54 121 156 Neemann, Brian 41 224
Mickle, Judson 41 Nelsen, Aksel 41 222 Microtech Club 98 Nelsen, Du.ane 71222223
Middleton, Liz 41 126 128 Nelson, Annie 27
Mihulka, Kelli 54 126 Nelson, Ben 55
Mikelson, Kari 27 116 151 189 Nelson, Kristin 41 126
Miles , Amy 70 90 126 Nelson , Mark 41
Miles, Kristin 41 126 Nelson, Melissa 55
Milius, Katie 41 110 122 126 215 Ness, Elliot 58
Miller, Anna 54 Newbold, Allana 71 120
Miller, Braden 54 58 223 Newcomer , Stephanie 71 120
Miller, Hillary 27 47 107 189 215
Miller, Julia 85 Newell, Dustin 45
Miller, Justin 70 Newland, Brandon 7 41 222
Miller, Kathrene 70 Newland, Brent 71 222 223
Miller, Kim 86 107 Newlon, Colleen 71 149 215
Miller, Luke 70 Newlon, Sara 27 47 107 189
Miller , Mikaela 70 225 Newman, Jessee 71
Miller, Ro ss 70 221 Newspaper 78
Million, Lindsey 54 126 Ngo, Cindy 27
Minzel , Rodney 58 222 Nguyen, Hanh 41 Misle, Amy 71 Nguyen, Huan 55
Misner, Jenn 71 Nguyen, Thanh 87
Mitchell, Kelsey 41 126 153 Nguyen, Tuyet 45 65
Mitmesser, Todd 87 164 220 Nichols , Anne 86
Molacek, Nick 41 159 225 Nickum , Keith 55
Molacek, Stephanie 71 225 Nielsen, Lars 55 Moline, Craig 15 71 Nielsen, Marne 71 120 Montgomery , Jodi 32 Nigro, Andy 7 1 Montgomery, Mary 27 107 Nilson, Amy 13 55 78 126
Mooberry, Casey 54 121 Nilson , Grace 58 126
Moody, Joanna 71 120 Nissen, Greg 17 25 27 126 129 Moore, James 54 58 190 Moore, Sara 27 46 116 189 Noel, Heather 71 Moreno , Luis 87 Norris, Rob 71 126 Morgan, Brad 41 I 09 North, Anna 58 121 Morgan, Chuck 86 Noureddini, Noushan 55 225 Morgan, Sean 71 Novak , Haley 'U 190 !2 Morris, Carol 37 Novotny, Austin 221 Morris, Ryan 55 221 Now and Then 34 Morrison , Ashley 41 77 90
Morrison , Jami e 27 189 225
Morrison, Joey 71 168 222
Morrison, Rob 71 223 Oberle, Jacob 71
Mortensen, Andy 41 Obrien, Cameron 71 Mosier, Jenna 71 126 Odbert, Micki 27 Mrkvicka , Chris 55 126 157 Odom, Amy 32
Muehlhausen, Brandon 27 Oehring, Melissa 55 126 Muehlhau se n , Kylee 71 Ogden, Colleen 85 86
Mueller, Chelsea 71 Ogden , Todd 55 223 Mueller, Mackenzie 27 29 46 10 l Olinger, Kyle 4179116 116 189 Olsen, Alyssa 71 120 215 Mueting, Marti 86 Ol se n, Christy 55 220 Munger, Mallory 70 71 120 132 Olsen, Nathan 41 218 Olson, Chris 8 28 109 116 117
Munsterman, Jane 87 190
Murdock, Jennifer 27 189 Olson , David 41
Murman, John 41 159 225 Olson, Gera 28 108 190 Munnan, Timothy 71 225 Olson, Josh 71 126 225
Murphy, Alex 71 221 O'Neill, Megan 55 126
Murphy, Mitchell 55 Orauda, Teri 86
Myers, Andy 41 224 Orchestra 123
Myers, Dwain 86 Ore , Rebecca 58
Osborn, Allison 71
Osborn, Christine 71
0 born, Cory 71
0 born, Joni 86 120 121
0 eka, Julie 55 121 220
Ostendorf, Erin 55
Otis, Liz 45
Otto, April 28
Otto, Shelley 55 100
Ourada, Theresa 86
Owomoyela, Anna 71 126 225
pPaap, Chance 74
Packard, Emily 55 126
Packett, Garrett 55
Page, Kevin 11 28 190
Palmer, Daniel 71
Palmer, Erin 41
Palmer,Jim 41116117119124
157
Palmer , Sue 86
Pankake, Jeff 55 225
Pappas, Fallyn 41 79
Parde, Amanda 28 78 100 190
Park, Pat 28 126 129
Parman, Jodi 22 32
Parpart, Tausha 41
Patterson, Amy 55
Patterson, Jamie 71
Patterson, Lindy 28
Patzner, Korby 55
Paxson, Richard 86
Payne , Shay 28 48
Pearson, Julie 41
Pedersen, Brandon 55 223
Pedersen , Karey 28
Peer Helpers 60 95
Peer Mediating 94
Pegans , Bill 41
Peirce, Mark 41
Peirce, Matthew 28 108
Pella, Michele 86
Pelton, Anna 36 42
Penkava, Alyssa 55 126
Penn, Carrie 55 121
Penner, Leona 86 l 00
Peo, Kelly 28 111 190 225
Perez, Johnny 71
Perez, Maykelys 55 65
Persell, Tyler 42 224
Petersen, Derek 126
Petersen, Monte 28 222
Peterson , Alan 28 157
Peterson , Andrew 71 225
Peterson, Danielle 55
Peterson, Derek 71
Peterson, Kari 148
Peterson, Kerri 215
Peterson, Laura 28 116 150 151
190
Peterson, Lizzie 58
Petri, Kim 28 103 126 129 191
Petro, Mark 42 113 225
Pflanz, Mary 87
Pflug, Elizabeth 42 I 00
Phelps, Caitlin 28 79 92
Philipps, Laura 55 218 220
Philson, Josh 55 225
Photo Journalism 79
Pickerel, Jason 55 222
Pieper, Joe 55 159 223 225
Pierce, Cody 28 191 224
Pierce , Matt 116 191
Pierce, Stephen 86
Piersol, Brandon 71 222 223
Piersol, Corey 42 224
Pierson, Diana 28 100 l 08 109 151
Front row: Brandon Langer, Sam Zajicek, Ross Miller, R.J. Kokrda, Austin Dirks, Brad Hull. Back row: Coach Seth Boynton, Matt Potadle, Ryan Harbaugh, Jeff Reeves, Brandon Champion, Pat Spangler, Alex Murphy, Coach Brian Kabourek.
Front row (1-r): Cole Dillow, Boomer Russo, John Matson, Paul Stromberg , Austin Novotny, Corey Vasey. Back row: Zane Schulz, Jon Fagen , Scott Fossberg, Lance Daharsh, Tony Tabatabai , Ryan Durst, Coach Joe Hovorka.
Front row (1-r): Tyler Ketterl, Ryan Morris, Eric Gerrard, Pat Heiser, Jordan Pool, Travis Gingery, David Carey. Back row: Coach Joe Schlegelmilch, Saul Bakewell, Steve Gogela, Corey Lovorn, Zach Bartels, Chris Weber, Mike Remmenga. Index
JV Boys Basketball
Front row (1-r): Jason Kreifels, Justin Lightner , Justin Stroud, Adam Schlegelmilch, Brandon Woodhead, Andy Birkel. Back row: Jesse Vance, Jason Pickerel , Brad Hudson, Brent Champion, Tim Culwell , Coach Jeff Campbell.
191 225
Pierson , Marie 42 151
Pika , Freddy 42
Pika , Percy 28 65
Pika , T eddy 28
Pilus, Eric 42 158 159 225
Pirruccello , Cara 55
Pisarenko , Maria 71
Pi sarenko , Mi sha 12 1
Placek , Abby 42
Placzek , Michelle 58
Plies, Nikki 42 218
Pluss , Meli ss a 71 109 120 154
155
Pokorny , Mckenzie 28
Polishchuk , Eugene 55
Polishchuk , Tony 42
Pol s on , Lind say 28 29 108 191
Pont , Mari sa 36 42 116 126 215
Pool , Jordan 74 221
Pope , Ke vin 32
Popp , Derek 42
Poppe , Abby 28 191 225
Poppe , Erica 42 225
Poppert , Brandon 42 141 225
Porter , Steven 55
Portnoy , Jarrett 71 126
Portz , Leslie 55 126
Po s pi sil , Ryan 42 157
Potadle , Matt 71 162 221 223
Potratz , Andrew 28 78
Potter, Amanda 55 126
Potter , Emily 71
Po ys a, Heather 55 121
Prai , Tiffan y 42
Front row (1-r): Coach Joe Schlegelrnilch, Coach Jeff Campbell, John Swaroff, Zach King, Drew Cook, Ky Stutzman , Mason Znamenacek, Dan Hersch (mgr.), Coach Seth Boynton. Back row: Coach Brian Kabourek, Coach Joe Hovorka, Zach Stivrins, Jason Criger , Jesse Bouwens, Jesse Shaw, Jason Woody , Bryce Meyers , Dwight Williams , Coach Ed McPherren.
Front row (1-r): Brett McCurdy , Aaron Klingenberg, Rodney Minzel, Bryan Bybee , Jeff Rutledge, Eric Trevino, Joey Morrison , Brent Newland , Andrew Butzke, Dave Kirn, Matt Loos , Matt Lacey, Dustin Sanderson, Amy Schmidt. Second row: Emily Brodersen , Christine Driscoll, Alex Nedved, Tyson Flatt, Caleb Skiles, Duncan Einspahr , Kevin Kahler, Ryan Hiatt, Brad Randazzo, Stuart Butzirus, Keenan McCurdy, Dan Burgett, Duane Nelsen, Taylor Ames, Lila Meyer. Third row: Spencer Smith, Chris Clowes, Aksel Nelsen, Brandon Newland, John Achord, Nick Skiles, Brandon Piersol, Neil Bobenhouse, Mike Clowes, Josh Randazzo, Anthony Estrada, Casey Roberts, Neil Walter. Fourth row: Coach John Rutledge, James Ford, Tom Hranac, Shamar Young, Monte Petersen , Torn Rice, Travis Fentiman, Casey Beran, Matt Beran, Jim Doggett, Atlee Butzirus, Coach Kirk Skiles, Coach Marty McCurdy, Coach Dwight Bender, Coach Matt Wheeler.
Index
Prai , Trevor 42 224
Pratt , Jirnmi-Anne 86
Price , Gillian 71 120 225
Price , Jeff 42
Prior , Andrew 42 115 116 126
Protiva , Brent 55
Pru ss, Scott 164
Ptacek , Su san 86 108
Purv is , Rachel 42
Pyle, Roark 87
QQureshi , Yuna 58
RRaa sch , Lizzy 71 126
Rabe, Cory 55 126
Radke , Brandon 42
Radke , Ian 28
Radke , Ryan 42
Rafat, Missy 55
Raikes , Justin 11 28 191 224
Ramsey, Beth 28 191
Randall, John 55
Randazzo, Brad 28 29 100 108 116 222
Randaz zo , Josh 55 222 223
Rao , Ki hare 42
Rapp , Bessie 71
Rapp , Phillip 42
Rasmus sen , Amy 55 121
Rasmussen, Marie 32
124
Reichel , Heather 42
Reichenbach , Lauren 71 225
Reineke , Lindsey 4 2 126
Reinke , Annelie se 87
Rei sdorff, Debra 45 126
Remmen g a, Kim 28 108 109 153
192
Remmenga , Lacey 55 121
Remmenga , Mike 71 109 221
223
Rempe, Joe 55
Renken, As hley 28 150 151192
Renken , Breanna 71 166 219
Re nnells , Mike 164 220
Re serve Boy s Ba sketball 162 221
Reserve Boys Tennis 217
Re serve Cheer s 154
Re serve Football 144 223
Re serve Girls Basketball 166 220
Reserve Girls Golf 215
Reserve Softball 218
Reserve Volleyball 148 216
Reuter , Danielle 71
Reyda , Layne 28
Reynold son, Amy 55 121 220
Rhodes , Whitney 71 120
Rice, Tom 55 118 119 169 222 2 24
Richardson, Chad 32
Richardson , Darci 4 2
Richard son , Jeff 29
Richard son , Jeffrey 28 29 192
Richoux , Alan 55 113
Richoux , Cassandra 28 192
Rickel, Tara 58
Rico, Ricky 42 224
_ Ridenour , Alissa 55 110 215
Rife , Justin 55 109
Rihanek, Jenna 55 121 126 215
Rinehart , Aaron 28 126 129 192
Rios , Ricardo 42 103
Rippe , Kevin 87 110
Rivera , Thomas 74
Roberts , Casey 71 222 223
Robin son , Ron 87 128 129
Robi son , A shley 26 28 101 127 128 129 192
Rocha , Cintia 28
Rock , Chri s 2J) 224
Rod gers , Co urtney 71 120 215
Rodrigue s Moras , Kellen 29
Rogert , Shane 71
Roller , Kendra 55 77 126 218 2 25
Romano , Jason 71
Romano, Jessica 55
Root , Arlen 58
Root, Becky 74
Root, Kendra 29
Roseland , Sara 42 126
Roseland , Scott 55 126
Rosenberg , Guy 87
Rosenberger, Bryan 8 22 29 103 108 116 117 192
Rosenthal , Nate 71 223
Russell , Traci 71
Russo , Boomer 71 221 223
Rea , Jeffrey 55
Reckmeyer , Lauren 71 154 155
Reckmeyer , Mark 42 76 77 157
224
Reding, Felicia 55 93 121
Reeve s, A hley 45 146
Reeve s, Jeffrey 74 221
Regelean, Krysta 71 120 155
215
Regelean, Ryan 42
Regier, Norman 86116118 119
Ross , Jordan 55
Ross , Lisa 87
Ros s , Sean 42 126
Rowley , Chris 71
Rowley , Scott 42
Ruiz , Nick 55
Ruley , Cecilia 87
Runge , Anna 219
Runge , Laura 87 219
Runge , Timothy 29
Ruser, Sophia 55
Russell, Jill 29 78 1I 1 192 225
Russell, Meg 42 109
Ruthsatz , Cassandra 29 193 2 15
Rutledge , Cara 32
Rutledge , Jeff 55 168 169 222:
Rutledge , John 222
Rutledge , Kim 42 76 77 90 110
Rye , Seth 55 109 225
5Saavedra-Fuentes, Karin a 32
Sabin , Ashley 55 121 225
Saito , Yosuke 72
Salak , Mark 26 32 157
Salestrom, Nick 29 11 2 11 3 19
Samuelson, Chris a 42
Sanchez, Aaron 29 218
Sanchez , David 29
Sanchez, Diana 29
Sanchez, Ozvaldo 58
Sanchez-Masi , Michael 55 12 1
Sand , Lindsey 42
Sanderson , Dustin 55 222
Sandez-Valadez , Saul 58
Sandlian, Juddson 45
Sattler, Nick 42
Sattler, Roxann 87
Sattler, Sta si 72 120 133 I 220
Saunders, Renee 148
Schaefer , Amy 72
Schafer , Erich 29 101 11
Schafer , Ryan 72 126
Schanez , Saul 72
Scharp, Adam 72 223 22 5
Schawabauer , Mary 87
Scheele , Josh 42 157
Scheer, Tyler 29 I 58 15 9Scheiblhofer, Andrea 42 r
Scheiblhofer, Kelsey 72 I
Schelert, Fred 87
Scheyer , Ben 42 126
Schindler, Sarni 72 73 12 (
Schindler, Sonja 42 126 1
Schlegel, Peter 225
Schlegelmilch , Joe 87
Schlegelmilch, Adam 56
Schlegelmilch, Joe 82 87 221222223
Schmidt , Amy 29 70 72 I · 193 222 225
Schmidt , Eric 29 116
Schmidt, Karen 70 72 12h
Schmidt, Tyler 56
Schneider , Carly 29 19 3
Schneider , Eric 26 29
Schneider , Gina 39 42
Schneider , Kyle 58
Schneider, Nick 56
Schneider , P.J 223
Schneider , Travi s 72
Schniederjan s, Ashlyn 4 2 100 I 10 126
Schniederjans , Dara 72 90
Schoen , Jamie 72 120
Schoen , Jessica 29
Schoettger, Jared 56 121 , Schommer, Brett 72
Schrad , John 72 113
Schrader , Coco 17 29 30 1
Schreiber, Aaron 29 19 3 :
Schreiber, Alexis 42 109
Schrock, Ron 29 193
Schroeder, Andrew 56
Schroff, Kaile 72
Schuessler, Erin 30 194
Schuessler, Jesse 56 223
Schuldt, Kyle 30
Sch ul tz, Erin 56 58 133 218
Schul tz, Lauren 155
Sc hul tz, Zane 70
Sc hu ltze, Conor 72 225
Sc hu lz, Lauren 72 120 132 218
Schulz, Nathan 70 74
Sc hu lz, Zane 72 221
Sc hu macher, Kyle 30 194
Schumacher , Mitch 72 223
Schuster, Kaitlyn 56 91
Sc hwede, Alex 56 223
Schwisow, Anthony 30 194
Schwisow, Molly 56
Sci-Fi Club 97
SCUB A Club 91
Scully, Dan 56
Seaman, Ceanna 72 219
Sedlak, Bill 30 142 194 224
Sedlak, Sarah 72 220
See, Nate 26 30 116 194
Seefeld, Jenny 42 79 118 158 225
Sehic, Armin 30 64
Seizys, David 224
Selle, Adrienne 30 194
Selle, Autumn 56
Semke, Megan 42 90 126
Seniors 20
Seyerdahl, Brian 58
Seyersdahl, Christina 72 120
Shades of Blue 120
Shanahan, Katie 12 56 154 155
Sharp, Crystal 56
Shaw, Jesse 30 142 194 222 224
Shaw, Tommy 72 225
Shaw, Whitney 72 76 77
Sheeh an, Jessica 30
Sh e ldon, Christopher 45
Sherman, Kristen 58
Sherrill , Jeff 58 126 129
Shim onek, Jenna 42 95 126 153
Ship p, Zachery 72
Shi rk, Zach 56 223
Shi vers, Danyelle 56 58
Shul tz, Susie 72
Shu nkwiler , Tracy 72
Sh ut zer, Christine 30 194
Si bb el, Jenny 30 60 102 108 153
195
Si bb el, Stacie 72 109 120 155 215
Siefkes, Justin 30 106 107 108 142
195 224
Si egle, Benjamin 32
Sieg le, Jesse 58
Sil veira, Marian a 42 99 118 220
Si mpson, Bry a n 72
Si mpson, George 72 22 3
Simp son , Katie 4 2 97 12 6
Simpson, Timothy 30
Sims, Jonathan 56
Si ms, Terry 22 3
Sin gers 4 116
Si pp , Katie 42
Skil es, Caleb 72 222 22 3
Skiles, Kirk 87 222 22 5
Ski les, Nick 30 168 195 22 2 2 25
Sla by, Brent 56 225
Sl ack, Jessica 42
Slie ter, Jeanne 42 225
Small, Colleen 56 109 115 121
Smith , Brad 42 100
Smith , Drew 56 58 111
Smith , Erin 56 111 121 220
Smi th, Jerall 72 136
Smith , Jesse 56 12 1
Smith , Matt 42 96
Smith , Scott 30 224
Smith , Spencer 72 222 223
Smith , Stacy 72 219
Snelle r, Ashley 56
• Snider, Tracie 42 126
Snoad , Jenny 29 30 195
Snoberger, Adam 42 100 225
Snoberger , Rozanne 87
Snook , James 72
Snyder, P.J. 144
Soccer 4
Son, Clara 30
Sonderegger , Chris 56 126 145
223
Sorensen, Hilary 31
Sorensen , P.J. 56 225
Soukup , Jessica 31 195
Southwick, Katie 45 95
Spahn , Tim 87 156
Spahni , Maryann 60 87 102
Spalding , Anna 42 151
Spalding, Ei:nily 56 121 155
Spangler , Pat 72 162 221 223
Spartan Men 118
Special Olympi cs 96
Speech 114
Speicher , Jason 3 1 137 195 218
Sphon , Catherine 87
Sphon , Kath y 48
Spomer , Dayton 42
Spreeman, Core y 72
Springman , Derek 56 126
Spry , Eric 42
Srb, Katie 42 95 103
St. Germain, Mike 12 31 126 129 196
Stamps , Gus 45
Stamps , Samfrances 74
Stanard, Ashley 56
Stanard, Sydney 56 121 218
Stapleton , Charlean 58
Statler , Abby 72
Stavas , Mark 42 80 94 116
Steffens , Matt 56
Stefkovich , Sarah 56 121 220
Stehlik , Adam 43 126
Steinheider , Christopher 31
Stelk , Emmaly 72 126 215
Stenberg , Katy 31 195 225
Stenger , Candace 31158 159
195 225
Stenger , Kri s ten 56 155
Stephenson, Bridget 43
Ste ven s, Stacy 56
Ste wart , Aaron 72 223
Stewart, Amy 31
Stewart , Ben 72
Stewart , Jay 72 1"44 223
Stewart, Jill 72
Stewart , Natalie 43 141 225
Stickney , Zackary 43 224
Stinson, Ryan 43
Stivrins , Joe 66 72 109 113 223
Sti vrins, Zach 31 196 222 224
Stock , Jamie 43 133 152 153
2 19
Stocksti ll , Liz 43
Stohl , Brittany 31 152 153 196 22 5
Sto ne, Tyler 43
Stork, Jo 87
Sto ut , As hley 74
Stovall , An gelina 72 120
Sto vall, P ae tra 2 9 31
Strain , Jo hn 87 164 220
Strain , Megan 43 126 220
Straub , Dou glas 32
Strau ch , Ni cki 87
Strau ss, Steve n 15 31196 224
Streit , As hl e y 56
Streur, Liz 56 9 9
Striman , Becca 72 120 126
Stromberg , Paul 72 221
Stroud, Justin 43 222 224
Stubbendieck , Aaron 56 98 126
Student Council 109
Stuefer , Sheena 43 90 118 126
Stuhr , Mitchell 56
Stutzman , Ky 31 157 196 222
Suh , Jung 31 79 •
Suhr , Laura 43 218
Suhr , Tam 43 219
Sullivan , Adrienne 31 95 196
Sullivan, Sheena 32
Summer Camp s 12
Summer Trips 6
Sutton, Micah 31 113
Sutton, Raini 58
Sveen , Jared 56
Sveen, Stephanie 56 121
Svobod a, Shea 43 •
Swanson , Andrew 56
Swan son , Jon 43
Swan son , Pat 43 126
Swaroff, John 43 222
Sweene y, Tyler 72
Sweenie , M icah 31
Swen son , Pamela 87
Swift , Cubby 43 225
Swift , Rory 72 225
Swiggart, Garrett 43 224
Swi ggart , Katie 56
Swimming and Diving 158
Swinehart , Steve 65 87
Swing Choir 117
Swoboda, Donna 87
Sydzyik , Angela 31 196
Symphonic Band 128
TTabatabai , Tony 72 22 1
Tanner, Keith 26 31 78
Tanner , Lari ss a 72
Tardy , Harold 32
Tatay , Kelly 14 31 101 108 134 153 196 2 19
Tatay , Rafael 56
Tatay , Stephanie 74
Taylor , Dustin 32
Temple , Gerald 31 197
Temple , Jasmine 43 48
Ter stegge , Lena 43
Tetrault , Stephen 72 134 135 219
Texley, Linda 87
Tharas, Ali 43
Thari s-Hacham , Ali 43
Theis , Eric 74
Thei s , Max 31 91 101 126 129 197
Thelander , Bethany 56 121
Front row (l -r ): Jake Lo gan, Brad Hull , Au s tin Dirk s, D av id
Carey , Sam Zajic e k , Rob Morri s on , M ike Will s, Brandon Lan g er ,
Well s C arngbe , Pa t Span g ler. Se c ond row : Chri s Williams, Da v id Kim , C as ey Robert s , Keenan McCurdy , M a tt Pota dl e,
Dylan Becks trom , M i tc h S c humacher, Georg e Simp son , Ja y
Stewart , Joe Heidrick Thir d row: Coach Dirk Desm o nd , J im
Ba c on , Adam Scharp , Nathan Ro senthal , Duane Nel se n , C har lie
Baker , Pat McBumey , Br~don Piersol , Saul Bakewe ll , A aron
Stewart , Cole Cyr. Fourth row: Coach Frank McEntarffe r , S cott
Wu , Ben Tracy , Dan Hersch , Eric Dunnigan , Andrew Hu tcheson, Sam Wu , Tom Hranac , Brent Newland , Jo s h Flemin g, Kyle
Burner. Fifth row : Mike Remmenga, Ryan McCull ough, Jim
Doggett, Taylor Ames , Spencer Smith, Jon Boe hl e r, James Ford, Chad Danhauer, Drew Mandelko , Pat El sen er. Back row: Coach
Tom Baker , Coach Terry Sims , Aaron Joh nso n , Brent Corbin, Shamus McClure , Scott Thomsen , Boo m e r R usso, Cole Dillow, Caleb Skiles, Adam Froehlich , Joe Stivrins.
Re serve F ootba ll
Front row (l-r) : Mike Sanchez-Masi, Matt B irkel, Zack Walter, Thelen, Zachary 32
Quentin E n s, Zach Lander, Andrew Butzke, Ty ler Tracy, J esse Thiessen , Lisa 87 Schue ss ler. Second row: Evan Wolf, Jordan Lea, Jos h R an d azzo , Thietje , Mari 43 218 Eric G e rr ard, Anthony Estrada, Wade Andersen, B ryan Adam s, Thober , Jon 31
Jared Keedy, Vince Dawson. Third row: Chris Son d eregg er , Thomas, David 43
T odd Ogden, Jesse Wanning, Zach Sh irk, Chris V as ek , Jared Thomas , Sarah 87
He mmingsen, Nick Carlson, Jo e Pieper , B ra den Miller. Back Thomassen , Ashley 72 126 215 ro w: Coach P.J. Schneider, Brand o n P e der sen , Chri s Weber , Bret Thompson, Gene 87
B eermann, Nick Watts, Alex Schwe d e, Tyl e r Ketterl, Ju tin
TThhompson , Gustaves 7526 L igh t ner, Coach Joe Schlegel mi lc h.
ompson, Raymon d
Thom s, Cami 22 29 31 101 153 158 159 197 225
Thomsen, Scott 72 223
Thornburg, Tiffany 58
Thornton , Aaron 43 224
Thor son, Emily 56 121
Thurber , Annie 72 155
Thurber , Zachery 72
Tiet z, Erin 87
Tindall, Dani e lle 58
Ti wald , Chri s 43 98 114
Ti wald , Claire 72
Index
JV Football
Front row (1-r): BJ Maser , Jason Kreifels, Eric Trevino, Ricky Rico , Travis Gingery , Trevor Prai, Zackary Stickney, Tim Culwell , Pat Heiser , Christian Barth. Second row: Andy Birkel, Ryan Baker, James Coleman, Mark Reckmeyer , Aaron Thornton, Garrett Swiggart , Brandon Hofpar, Jason Woody , Jesse Vance. Third row: Coach David Seizys, Duncan Einspahr, Chase Andersen , David Beaver, Jonathan Burnham, Brian Neemann, Ben Johnson, David Valverde , Matt Bozarth, Steve Wu, Justin Stroud, Coach Ryan Fitzgerald. Back row: Marc Maguire, Andy Myers, Chris Loyd, Chris Gleim, David Leigh, Mark Ander en, Aaron Bozarth , Tyler Persell, Gibbie Duval.
Tomasek, Jessica 31 138 139
197 215
Tomka, Justin 26 31 197 224
Tonnige , Jim 87 105 224
Toplica, Esad 31
Tracy , Ben 72 223
Tracy, Tyler 56 223
Trau ch , Brad 31
Trausch , Stacey 56
Trautman , Jenise 43
Trevino , Eric 43 94 109 143 168 169 222 224
Troconis-Alcalde, Victoria 43
Trumble , Bridgett 43 46 90 126
Trumble, Peggy 87 98
Tryon, Susan 31
Tucker , Jan 87 101
Tucker , Stephanie 72 126
Tunink , Travis 31
Tushick , Jeigh 72
Tut , Koang 32 43 64
Twiss, Preson 58
Tyler, Andrew 72 126
Tylka, Danny 31 197
Tyson, Amy 58
Tyson, Ashley 74
Tyson , Ju :Hin 45
uUffelman , Ashley 22 29 31
Uglow, Kelli 56
Ullrich , Taylor 43 103 116 124
Ullstrom , Jayne 31 197
United Voices Multicultural Club 93
VVaccaro , Nicole 44 116 126
Valverde , David 44 224
Van Ackeren, Angela 44
Van Ackeren , Genevieve 44
Front row (1-r): Josh Fullerton, Pat Heiser, Jason Kreifels , Eric Trevino , Ricky Rico , Matt Bozarth, Trevor Prai , Zackary Stickney, Aaron Thornton. Second row: Tim Culwell, Travis Gingery , Jake Berst , Ryan Baker , Andy Birkel, Zach Wright , Cody Pierce, John Achord , Justin Siefkes , James Coleman , Coach Mike Janesch Third row: Coach David Seizys , Duncan Einspahr, Jon Burnham, Mark Reckmeyer, Jason Watson , Steve Strauss, Garrett Swiggart , Justin Tomka, BJ. Maser, David Beaver , Brian Neemann, Brandon Hofpar, Coach Bill Kechely. Fourth row : Coach John Gingery, Jason Woody , Andy Bahm , Gibbie Duval , Chris Rock, Chris Gleim, David Leigh , David Valverde, Mark Andersen , Tyler Persell, Justin Stroud , Steven Wu, Jesse Vance, Coach Ryan Fitzgerald Fifth row: Kevin Finn , Matt Cyr, Scott Smith, Christian Barth , Corey Piersol, Chase Andersen, Steve Viljoen, Matt Wagner , Aaron Bozarth, Joey Corbin, Ben Johnson, Bill Sedlak Back row: Travis Fentiman, Justin Raikes, Chris Loyd , Tom Rice , Marc Maguire, Andy Myers, Zach Stivrins, Jesse Shaw , VaVontee Hampton , Aaron Schreiber , Dwight Williams, Ryan Hansen, Coach Jim Tonniges.
Van Rhyn , Amanda 44 115
Vance , Jesse 44 2 2 2 224
Vancleave, Adam 44
Vancleave, Alexander 56
Vancleave , Joselyn 44 45
Vander Broek , Benji 10 26 31 80 81 116 122 197
Vander Broek, Elizabeth 72 120
V arejcka, Eddy 32
Varney , Beth 30 31 116 117 124 125 198
Varney , Heidi 56 121 126 225
Varsity Boys Basketball 160 222
Varsity Boys Tennis 218
Varsity Cheers 152
Varsity Football 142 2 24
Varsity Girls BasketbaJI 164 220
Varsity Girls Golf 215
Varsity Softba11 219
Varsity Volleyball 146 217
Vasek , Chris 56 109 223
Vasey , Corey 73 221
Vecchio, Nickolas 73
Viehl, Maura 44 116
Vierk, Byron 30 31 78 79 123 225
Vierk, Elizabeth 74 93
Viljoen, Steve 32 224
Villanueva, Travis 56 126
Virtala, Jussi 45
Vivier, Amber 58
Vo, Trang 44 110
Voight, Alan 44 98
Votgt, Philip 44 126 225
wWacker , Megan 44
Wadhams , Catherine 56
Waggoner , Blake 73 78 104 109
Wagner , Cara 44
Wa g ner , Matthew 3 2 198 2 24
Wa g ner , Rudy 44
Waid , Jay 58
Walker , Brady 32 198
Walklin, Greg 44 78 2 18
Walklin, Jordan 56
Wall , Steven 56
Walrath , J.C. 56
Walter , A s hley 56 121126
Walter , Max 32 198
Walter , Neil 32 198 22 2
Walter , Zack 56 2 23
Waltke , Quentin 32
Walton , Robby 58
Walwrath , J.C. 49
Wang , Candace 56 78 100
Wanning , Jesse 56 144 223
Waquil , Samira 44
Warren , Jacob 56
Warren , Joseph 56
Wa s sung, Jason 50 56 134 219
Watchorn , Andrew 44
Watermeier , Kayli 73
Waters , Dan 56
Wats on , Chris 7 3 126
Watson , Jason 32 142 198 224
Watson , Katherine 44 78 153
Watt , Andrea 57
Watton , Be tsy 44 151
Watton , Jeff 73
Watts, Andrea 91
Watts, Nick 57 223
Watts , Rus s ell 32 198
Weatherfield , Emily 57
Webb , Annika 22 32
Weber , Chris 57 221 223
Web s ter , Lora 73 120 215 225
Webster , Matthew 32 198 2 25
Weidner , Lee 74
Weihe , Meli s sa 44 219
Weiler , Adam 57
Weinber g, Tom 73 126
Welch , Felici a 45
Wellman , As hley 57 12 1 2 19
225
Well s, Ashley 44 109
Well s, CJ. 57 225
Well s, Kamrin 73
Well sfry , Anna 57 225
Wence) , Erin 57 121 126 215
Wendelin , Chris s i 32 101 108
Wendelin, Mi ss y 32
Wenz, Katie 44 146 225
Wenzel , Leland 45
Werner , Kimberly 87
We s sale, A hl e y 57 126
Weyers, Li sa 57
Wheeler , Gary 87
Wheeler , Kirk 87
Wheeler , Matt 2 2 2
Whitaker , Je s se 57
White , Josh 44
Whitman , Del 87 126 127
Whitney , Elizabeth 32
Whitson , Shannon 73 120
Whitten, Katie 73 219
Whittier , Ja on 57 97 98 126
Wickizer , Jennifer 73
Wicks , Mindy 73 126
Wiegert, Shawn 45 116
Wiemer, Brenda 87
Wiese , Ian 73
Wilcox , Drew 73
Wild , Elizabeth 57 121 126
Wilderman, Brent 32 107
Wiles , Jessica 45 153 21 9
Will , Katie 45 78
Will , Michael 58
Williams , Amanda 73 120 2 15
Willi a m s, Chri s 73 223
W i lliam s, Dan 73 126
William s, Dwight 32 14 2 143
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William s , Gary 87 108
William s, James 57 99
Williams , Rachel 57 126
Williard , Jessica 73
Willman, Katie 45 94 11 6
Will s, Mike 73 223
Wil son , Amanda 29 32 19 <
Wil s on , Andrew 73
Wilson , Cassie 73 126
Wilson , Cliff 29 32116 19
Wil son , Cory 57
Wilson , Donna 87
Wiltshire, Jo s h 32
Wind Ensemble 128
Winseman , Julie 57 126
Witters-Churchill , Laurie Wolf, Anna 8 73 120 21 5 9 Wolf, Brittany 57
Wolf, Evan 57 223
Wolf, Janae 32 199
Wolfe , Adam 32
Wolfe, Andy 45 157
Wolfe , Nakisha 45
Wong , Anny 57 101 126
Wood , Maggie 32 116 19 < Wood , Miranda 3 2
Woodhead , Brandon 57 2 : Woodward , Lorraine 87
Woody , Jason 45 222 2 24
Wooledge , Cynthi a 87
Woudenberg , Annie 32 1
Wrestling 168 222
Wri g ht , Alex 57 126 127
Wri g ht, Corrin 7 3
Wright , Debbie 64 87
Wri g ht , Garrett 73 126
Wri g ht , Sarah 32 76 77 l < Wr ig ht , Wes 73 126
Wri g ht , Zach 3 2 200 224
Wu , Sam 70 73 223
Wu , Scott 70 73 223
Wu , Ste ven 45 2 2 4
Wunderlich , Amber 73 12!
Wurtz , Vanessa 57
Xavier , Glaucio 32
Yadgarova , Malika 57 Yearbook 76
Y endra , Zachary 45 Ye s ilcimen , Michael 32 2( Yo hioka, Kevin 73
Young, Chris 32 92 116 21
Young , Holli 73
Young, Raqwin 57
Young, Ross 57 98
Young , Sara 45 95 147
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Youngquist , James 45
Yu , Tracy 73 120
Yunas, Quereshi 57
zZajicek, Sam 74 144 221 223
Zalewski, Zac 45
Zamora, Anguiano 45
Zangari, Jessica 32 200
Zangeneh, Shereen 45
Zelinski, Nathan 126
Zemke, Chris 74
Zielinski, Nate 74
Zimmerman, Tyler 57
Zink, Tyler 32
Zitek, Ann 32
Znamenacek, Mason 6 45 157
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Zahner, Lindsey 57 126
Zoo School 46
Zornes, Ted 87
Zou, Qiaofang 65 74
Zuehlsdorf, Sunny 148
Front row (1-r): Metta Cederdahl, Meli sa Frohner, Tori Davis, Stephanie Molacek, Lauren Reichenbach, Mandy Kraus, Katie Kuster, Tasha Mar, Lora Webster. Jenna Knapp, Emily Korab, Gillian Price. Middle row: Coach Niki Andersen, Noushan Noureddini, Kathleen Christatos, Jamie Bruce, Lauren Christie, Laurel Hadley, Ashley Wellman, Danielle Franz, Kenzie Lillie, Kendra Roller, Joy Boardman. Back row: Coach Mike Ellerbruch, Jill Russell, Amy Hynek, Candace Stenger, Audrey Frantz, Cami Thoms, Cubby Swift, Jenny Seefeld , Katie Wenz, Lisa Hendrix, Coach Greg Fleming.
Front row (1-r): Conor Schultze, Josh Fleming, Rory Swift, Adam Scharp, Andrew Peterson, Tim Murman, Benjamin Ashby, Corey Clifford, Nick Davis. Middle row: Jordan Bonnett, Jbe Pieper, P.J. Sorensen, Kyle Kieselhorst, Seth Rye, Nick Molacek, Adam Kovar, Eric Pilus, Coach Niki Andersen. Back row: Coach Mike Ellerbruch, John Murman, Ryan Fleming, Ben Butler, John Burnett, Tyler Scheer, Ryan Brabec, Brian Butler, Matt Webster, Coach Greg Fleming.
Girls Cross Country
Front row (1-r): Kenzie Lillie, Amy Engel, Joy Boardman, Ashley Sabin, Leah Marr, Jill Baker , Katy Stenberg Second row: Heidi Varney, Sandie Ingram, Natalie Stewart, Kristi Broughton , Rachel Manijak, Liz Kaspar, Anna Wellsfry, Leah Breitbarth, Angela Kreifels, Jessica Donovan. Third row: Nicole Gillespie, Tara Neddenriep , Diana Pierson , Audrey Frantz, Brittany Stohl , Abby Poppe, Erica Poppe, Jeanne Slieter, Jamie Morrison. Fourth row: Kelly Peo, Erica Hanks, Emily Hiatt, • aela Miller, Jenny Deaton, Amber Meyer, Amy Schmidt, Anna Owomoyela, Emily Brodersen. Back row: Coach Andrea Baker, Coach Peter Schlegel, Coach Kevin Hubbell, Coach Kirk Skiles , Coach Brian Kabourek.
Boys Cross Country
Front row (1-r): Mark Petro, Mark Buckner, Kyle Clouston , Stuart Butzirus, John Matson, Stephen Anthony, Car so n Bohlmann, Josh Olson. Second row: Conor Schult ze, Tom Dunbar, Adam Snoberger, Jeff Rutledge , Philip Voigt, Chris Ayriss, Brandon Poppert, Tim Adams , Tim Fields, Jake Becwar. Third row: Tommy Shaw, Nate Carlson , Steve Maltarich, Tyler Hille, Nick Skiles, C.J. Wells, Tyler Barry , Jeff My ers, Brent Slaby, T.J. Jones, James McFarland. Fourth row: Jared Carlson, Eric Heyl, Josh Philson, Byron Vierk , Ryan Knight, Jared Goertzen, Ben Enlson, Jeff Pankake, Alex Wright , Eric Johnson, Jason Eberly, Chris Domgard. B ack row: Coach Andrea Baker , Coach Peter Schlegel, Coach Brian Kabourek , Coach Kevin Hubbell, Coach Kirk Skiles.
was just the beginning of your journey through East High, or the last chapter of your high school life, you helped create a story, a chapter in the history of East High School and in the books of our own lives.
Each of us has our own story to tell, but we are all part of the same East High family. We shared one moment in time that will never be forgotten. We saw the ending of one era and the beginning of a new millennium, and we experienced one of the most controversial presidential elections ever held.
We will always remember this school year: and the people who helped us create our memories. So, as you journey on in your life, whether you're moving to college, into the workforce, or coming back to East next year, always remember that you helped create the story of us.
~~by: Sarah Wright~~
Our hope for the 2001 Epic was to create a yearbook that was different from any other yea r. Our staff wanted this yearbook to represent the entire student body. This is why we chose the theme "The Story of Us." The theme was chosen by the editor at the Nebraska Journalism Summer Workshop and implemented on the first day of class in August.
The yearbook was created by the 22-member staff, and 15 Photojournalism students. Each staff member, designer, writer, and editor put in long, hard, dedicated hours to create a high quality publication.
One thousand,four hundred, and fifty copies of the 2001 Epic were printed by Walsworth Publishing Company in Marceline, Missouri. The 34 th edition of the Epic was created with Pagemaker 6.5. Body copy fonts used in this yearbook were Times , lfelvetica, Benguiat, Garamand, and Avant Guard. Headline and subheadlinefonts included: Feltpoint, GenXCrumble, Snooze Bold, Oblique , Berkley, Braddon, Alice, Iron Maiden, and Comic Sans MS.
The 2001 yearbook staff would like to thank Jane Holt for all of her hard work and dedication to help us to be successful in making this yearbook. We would also like to thank our Walsworth representative, Mike Diffendeifer, for his willingness to help us and all of his patience this year. We would also like to thank Holly Switzer who always had answers for · us whenever we had a question. We appreciate the East Administrations' support, along with all the parents,
students, and advertisers who helped to make this yearbook what it is.
Editor-in-chigf-Sarah Wright
~!:i!:tant Editor-Holly Davis
Layout Editor-Kim Rutledge
Bu!:inQ!:!: Editor-Erin Jablonski
A!:!:idant Bu!:inQ!:!: Editor-Hannah Klasek
Photography Editor-Alex Felton
Wriforn-Mark Reckmeyer, Chris Clifford, Katie Knapp, Beth Bryant, Angie Kreifels, Lyndsey Dee , Ashley Morrison
Layout !!taff-Kendra Roller, John Carlson, Whitney Shaw, Felicia Martin, Ashlyn Schniederjans*
Photographgrn-Andrea Scheiblhofer, Trang Vo**, Natalie Hendrickson* *, Kyle Olinger**, Katy Martin, Photo Journalism staff
* = 1st semester only ** = 2nd semester only
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