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Inside ...

Opening ........ .-.......... 1-16

Clubs ..................... 17-62 Students ............... 64-100 Sports . ... ... ...... ... 101-144 Faculty .............. 145-162 Ads/Spring Activities ......... 163-191

Index .................. 192-201 Memorial .... ~............. 202 Closing .. .. .................. 20 3 Autographs . ....... 204-208

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Northeast High School 2635 No. 63rd St. Lincoln, NE. ·6B507 19B6 V olume 45 1/Title Pag.e

Students listen attentively in the auditorium sometime during the 1940's.

Lincoln Northeast as it first appeared follow ing construction in 1941.

The science wing (foreground) and school as they appear today.

An unknown Northeast "King of Hearts" shows his excitement at an early 1950's Turnabout Dance.

2/ln the Beginning..... .

Left: A refurbished industrial arts area was also part of the 1975-76 construction project.

Northeast Carved from Cornfield

By Tim Brox & Karen Wixson Photo Editor & Editor Th e '86 ROCKET

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The west wing (background) and the cafeteria (fore ground) were additions to the main building.

1941-1950: As the city of Lincoln grew, Havelock , University Place, and Bethany, three small communities, grew side-by-side in the northeast part of the city. Each had its own school, but with continued growth , a great need for one united school became apparent. Northeast High School was the answer to that need.

In the fall of 1940, ground was broken in a cornfield at 63rd and Baldwin streets. This area was chosen because of its central location between Havelock, Jackson, and Bethany High Schools. The cornerstone was laid and a building began to emerge that would someday become the backbone of these commun1ties.

The building opened its doors in September, 1941, to an eager student body.

There were no hands on the clock on the outside of the building and there were holes in the walls where lockers would soon be placed. Also, paved streets and sidewalks surrounding Northeast had not been completed. But, all this did not matter to those few students who first attended Northeast. At the time·, there were only 585 senior high students. However, Northeast had facilities to also house junior high and elementary students.

One of the first things Northeast students had to do was choose a mascot and the school colors. The student body met in the fall and decided that no colors of the previous high schools would be used.

With that in mind, black and white were chosen because of their neutrality.

The Rock Island Railroad ran through northeast Lincoln, Omaha, and Beatrice.

This train's nickname was "the Rocket," hence this name was selected to represent Northeast as its mascot.

Northeast's first principal was Dr. J.E. Loder, who held this position for four years until 1945. Dr. Loder was followed

by Robin S. Mickle, 1945-57, Harlan Taylor, 1957-71, and Harold Dietrich, the current principal who began in 1971.

Students danced. It was the Big Band era. Glen Miller was everyone's favorite.

They danced to Logan's records and Dudley's band. Sloopy Joe sweaters and bobby socks were the fashion.

1950-1960: The first major addition to the school came in 1954. At this time, the west wing was constructed. This addition added 18 more classrooms and approximately 200 additional lockers. In 1957, the school's name was changed from Northeast High School to Lincoln Northeast High School. Also, basketball was still being played on the auditorium's stage.

Elvis was the rage. Television was becoming an institution. Skirts were long and getting longer. Crew cuts and pink shirts were in and everybody was getting polio shots.

1960-1970: In May, 1969, the new cafeteria was dedicated. This large facility replaced the old one, which was in the current media center. Previously, the media center was where the bookroom is today.

It was the Beatle's era. Mini-skirts, bouffant hair-dos, and thin ties were the rage. Students danced. They danced the twist, the frug, and the hug.

1970-The Present: The largest construction project to date came in 1975-76.

It was during this time that the old, fourlane swimming pool was covered and a new band room was constructed in that area. A new, Olympic-sized pool was built, along with a gymnasium wing, a new music department area, and a new industrial arts area.

Also, a science wing was built to replace the old solarium located on the southeast corner of the building. At the time of its construction, Gale Cook, a science teacher at Northeast, billed it as "the finest science facility in Nebraska."

Mini-skirts kept getting shorter in the early ?O's, but jeans, t-shirts, and bib overalls soon became the order of the times. Disco was in, rock and roll was out.

Times have changed since 1941, but the impact Northeast has on its surrounding community has not. Everywhere in northeast Lincoln, it is apparent that THE ROCKETS WERE HERE.

Left: The olympic-sized swimming pool, which was part of the 1975-76 construction project.

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Musical Tastes Vary

By Karen Gray & Siouxzy Schwichtenberg Staff Members The '86 ROCKET

Now, as always, music plays an important role in every student's life.

Music motivates. It inspires. And, most importantly, it is an excuse for students to get together and have a good time. Music is everywhere-at organized dances, at night clubs, at private parties.

MTV-Music Television-has been helpful in promoting and publicizing the music of the 'BO's . Besides playing popular music videos, it exposes its viewers to less-known acts, such as Bronski Beat and the Danse Society.

MTV also features a weekly countdown program which lists the most popular music, both in the U.K. and in the U.S. This channel operates 24 hours a day and features a number of exclusive programs, including " London Calling" and I.R.S.'s "The Cutting Edge.''

The students of Northeast favor widely varied styles of music, ranging from the gutsy hard core punk of Bauhaus to such versatile and multi-talented artists as Phil Collins.

The students' musical tastes, however, do not exclude the talents of local bands. Acts such as For Against and Mad Pencil have gained rather impressive followings and are making names for themselves in the Lincoln and Omaha areas.

The Brickyard, an old warehouse located across the street from the Bob Devaney Sports Complex, is a popular place to go and see live performances by underground bands. For a couple dollars, fans can dance to the music of one to three bands which have been scheduled to perform.

Northeast has its share of local bands, including Power, The Jazz and the Illusions of R.A.F. While musical styles and tastes are bound to change, emotional vocals and music that has a dancing beat will always be in demand.

Put your "Dream Into Action,, says Howard Jones.

4/Music of the 80's

"The Boss,, brought "Glory Days" to the USA.

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These two handsome Brits have brought the world to Tears.

Duran Duran. So .hot they named them twice.

Her nude photos in Penthouse and Playboy magazine showed that Madonna is not really a "Material Girl."

5/Music of the 80's

Band members Larry Dvorak (left) and Bruce Coonce show their spirit by painting their faces.

John Woodshank provides the letter "0" for R-0-C-K-E-T-S at a volleyball game.

These sophomores and juniors love to ham it up for the camera.

R-Richard Hansen

0-Rhonda Frahm

6/Rocket Spirit

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K-Lenora Schlosser

The Northeast Kazoo Band gives its final performance after two years of tunes.

E-Teresa Truksa & Ron Price

T-Trisha Hitz

S-Doug Roemich

Rocket Spirit Improvement Made

By Angie Folkers & Chris Hempel Staff Members The '86 ROCKET

spirit: (spir'it) n.-courage, vigor, the thinking, motivating, feeling part of man, enthusiasm and loyalty.

Amy Dewey and Louie Sheridan do their best to get a win for the juniors in class competition at a pep rally.

This year, the students at Northeast High School defined the word spirit to the fullest extent possible. Pep rallies were held to get the athletes fired-up and the fans enthused for upcoming . events.

Spirit is also defined as a special attitude or frame of mind.

Students show this in everyday work with activities of all kinds. Clubs such as Student Council, FBLA and FFA all contribute in some way to school spirit.

Although Pep Club has dwindled, Rocket spirit remains consistent. This is due to the involvement of the entire student body. The '86 ROCKET got different responses when writers asked students what they thought about "Rocket Spirit."

"It's improved a lot from last year, but there still needs to be more," junior Debbie Slagle said.

"Rocket spirit is above average compared to past years, but overall the spirit looks mah-va-lus," commented senior Darrin Swanson.

Rocket Spirit of 1985-86 has been a success in many ways.

Students will be able to look back on the ways they supported the school, and be proud of what they achieved. We can all say with pride that "The Rockets Were Here."

7 /Rocket Spirit

The 1985 Homecoming Royalty (bottom to top): Terri Robinson, Charlie Colon, Renee Divis, Ty Heiser, Pam Woodward and Brad Mayfield.

Some Rocket guys pile u 1985 Homecoming Host Mayfield ,and Hostess Woodward.

8/llomecoming '85

A Royal Week

By Chris Hempel & Angie Folkers Staff Memb ers The '86 ROCKET

Northeast's royalty dances to "Forever," the theme of the 1985 Homecoming dance.

The Northeast football team played hard against second-rated Southeast in the Homecoming battle, but the Rockets came up short against the Knights.

Juniors did an excellent job putting on the finishing touches while decorating their hall.

This year's Homecoming week activities started off with the nomination of 18 candidates for Homecoming royalty. The class of '86 chose the following nominees as representatives: Jay Johnson, Steve Strauss, Bryan Fisher, Charlie Colon, Keith Gawrick, Ty Heiser, Brad Mayfield, Ron Price, Cathy Curtis, Kim Howard, Renee Divis, Steph Miller, Kelli Horky, Julie Rahe, Kelly Neiswanger, Pam Woodward, Terri Robinson and Jill Hansen.

During Homecoming week, a contest was held to see which class had the most spirit by decorating the halls. The school was full of spirit everywhere you looked. The. spirit of LNE had left its mark. · Although the Rockets were defeated by Southeast, the week ended in high spirits with the Homecoming dance on Friday night. For most couples, this included a dinner out and a night of dancing to music by Sounds Unlimited.

The festivities were definitely memorable for the 1985 Host and Hostess, Brad Mayfield and Pam Woodward. " I thought Homecoming was an honor, something really neat that I'll remember forever," Woodward said.

Mayfield said he was surprised at being selected as Host. " I was really looking forward to the pep rally. I was nervous," Mayfield said.

"I was wondering who would get Host. Homecoming was exciting, but it would have been better if we would have won the game."

The evening ended and thus ended Homecoming '85. Memories of the week will be different for everyone, yet one thing remained.

THE ROCKETS WERE HERE!

The gymnastics team didn't have much trouble performing a mount as they end their Homecoming cheer during the morning pep rally.

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Fitness-fad of the 80's

By Darryl Osbon Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

Physical fitness takes place every day at Northeast. Students participate in many different athletic events. Some play for the com- · petition, while others play just to stay in shape.

There are a variety of activities offered for students. The list includes football, basketball, volleyball, weightlifting and swimming· are just a few.

Some classes are offered for students who would like to stay toned and fit. Life Sports a;nd Body Con. are included in this category. Life Sports features many different activities ranging from scooter football to racquetball.

Body Con. students participate in weightlifting. Life Sports is available to seniors only.

Physical fitness is a great way to work off all of _that energy stored up while a student is sitting in classes all day. That built-up energy can be used in fitness activities.

Physical fitness is one of the best ways to keep the mind and body in shape. New physical fitness classes are offered each year for those who want this type of activity.

Open gym is also available for students each night after school.

This allows students the chance to get a little extra physical activity in their schedule.

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Keeping in shape by lifting weights can be a straining experience for senior Mike Fuhrer.

Body conditioning isn't all weightlifting, as sophomore Troy Plum shows by jumping rope.

The balance beam, one of the toughest events in gymnastics, receives some special attention after school from junior Carol Larson.

Kevin Kline helps spot a classmate during a bench press exercise.

Seniors Tony Skov (left) and Phu Nguyen sharpen their racquetball skills in Bob Heffelfinger's and Sandi Genrich's Life Sports class.

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Senior Pam Woodward and juniors Pam Gross and Becky Roesler enjoy a lighter moment while waiting for after school activities.

Another Year

By Mark Mandery & Greg Zinniel Staff Members The '86 ROCKET

Once again this year late in August, alarms rang and students hit the showers to start a brand new year.

Sophomores not knowing what to expect, stumbling through the maze of halls and classrooms that all look alike.

The sophs will learn to live with this for the next two years.

For juniors, this year means that they are no longer at the bottom of the totem pole. They return to see old friends and meet new ones. · Seniors, on the other hand, straggled in to see many old friends and start their final year at LNE. Between the hours (or minutes?) of studying homework, and the time spent in class, students needed time to kick back and have fun. Therefore, the evenings are spent in different ways.

In addition to parties and sleep, some students have a good time taking out that special someone to dinner, dancing or watching the sun go down.

Whether you're sitting in a classroom staring at the clock, or out on the town, everyone has to have the thought: "I'm glad I'm in high school ... these are the best years of my life."

12/Baldwin Street Blues

Dan Siegl shows his skill .w ith an acetylene torch, while Courtney Rohan takes a break by lounging on a bench in front of the school.

Many movies engulfed Lincoln again this year, and some movies released last year are starting to make their re-entry onto the movie

scene.

13/When the Sun Goes Down

Deann Murkle's job behind a register at Sears allows her to meet many different kinds of people, as well as earn some extra cash.

Money Motto: More the Better

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

While the United States and other world powers were concentrating on spending billions of dollars on nuclear warheads and other means of defense, students at Northeast were satisfied in just having enough money to go to a movie or to buy a ham burger and coke.

Even though most items purchased by students were minor expenses, there was still a need for money. And, in the student's eyes, the more the better.

To get that cash, however, students had to find some type of employment.

Because of the increasing demand for jobs, students sometimes didn't get the job they wanted.

Senior Jason Griess applied at various places, and ended up taking a job at Buffy's Buffet. "Finding a job was a lot harder than I thought," Griess said. "You almost feel like giving up after a while."

Fast food places and restaurants, like Buffy's, were the most common areas of employment for Northeast students.

McDonald's, Burger King and Wendy's were just a few places that catered to students wanting to earn some extra money.

Junior Wendy Svoboda, a dining room worker at Wendy's, said that working in restaurants is a positive experience. "At first, I felt like a slave, giving people food and being ordered around. But, after a while, you realize people do appreciate it," Svoboda said.

Restaurants weren't the only places students sought employment. Grocery stores, movie theatres and ice cream parlors were also popular.

After the money was earned, the question became how to spend it, and Northeast students had a variety of ideas.

Food, dates, dances, movies, record albums and rock concerts were some ideas. Of course, there were also the necessities like gas and other car expenses, clothes and senior pictures.

"I never thought having money was harder than being without money, but it is," commented senior Chris Hempel.

"There are too many temptations."

Senior Todd Nieman spends some of his spare time working as a stocker at Sears.

Nieman's duties include marking items such as ra<t,ial arm saws.

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Cary Toomey's job at Hy- Vee involves sacking groceries and helping with carry out. Working at supermarkets was a popular part-time job for many Northeast students. ·

Clothing has always been at item of top priority to high school students and Terri Robinson sells clothes in her job at Miller & Paine.

Holly Ernst's job at Hy- Vee enables her to work with an item that is becoming increasingly popular, video cassette rental.

Music. It seems students can never get enough of it. Junior Pat Diaz works with music by selling tapes, records and other music items at the record store in the Gateway Mall.

15/The Buck Stops Here

Lunchtime Countdown

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By Karen Wixson Edito r The '86 ROCKET

Lunchtime is an important time of the day for many Northeast students.

It is a time when students can kick back and catch up on the latest gossip, and snarf down as much grub as they can in the 35 minutes allotted for one school lunch period.

Many students feel that without lunch, the rest of their day would just not be the same. Junior Jeff Anderson commented, "Lunch is really important to me because it gives me the opportunity to take a break from my classes , and be with all of my friends even if it's only for a little while. " Anderson's thoughts seemed to be in line with the general attitude towards lunch. Sophomore John Mahoney said, "Lunch is a great time to take a breather from my morning classes, and prepare myself for the rest of my day."

With all of the advantages that lunch has, it seemed the only real drawback to it was the small amount of time given to Northeast students for lunch. Junior Tracey Scott said, "thirty-five minutes is just not enough time to eat your lunch and see all of your friends. I really think they ought to increase the time given to students for lunch. "

Cars are lined up, with patient students inside, waiting for their lunch at Sam's drive-through.

Juniors Soni Fabry, Mary Tompkin and Kelli Rober catch up on all of the latest gossip over their lunch.

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Junior Shane Flynn enjoys his beans & weenies in the Nori east cafeteria.

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Susan Almery and Lisa Tumbleson work hard to achieve the correct pitch.

Sophomore Tom Ahlschwede concentrates on striking the per{ect note at the Christmas parade in downtown Lincoln.

Marolf leads marchers

Band members Ann Van Zandt and Greg Webel get crazy at a football game.

Karen Wixson Editor Th e '86 ROCKET

Anyone who has ever attended a Northeast football game has probably seen the superior Northeast Marching Band . perform at a halftime show. However, for its members, being in the band is more than just marching around a field while playing an instrument. It's also a great deal of work.

Marching Band demanded a lot from its members. Not only did members attend a summer clinic held at Northeast, they were also required to attend daily practices which began promptly at 7:15 every morning. These practices began in late summer, and lasted until the end of the football season.

The Marching Band was under the direction of new band director Dick Marolf, who replaced Jeff Klintberg for the 19851986 school year. For Marolf, the year was a successful one.

"I was very pleased with the kids, they were cooperative, and they gave a lot in every performance, Marolf said."

Although Marolf admitted he was a bit uneasy at first with the idea of directing the Northeast band, he said he enjoyed the position. "I enjoy directing the band, because it's really a challenge for me to work with such a large band, and it demands a lot from me as a director."

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The band marches proudly through the streets of Lincoln for the Star City Parade.

Does the marching band have spirit? You bet, just look at the face of this sax player.

Nothing ever keeps the Northeast Marchinl! Band from daily morning practices ... not even a little chilly weather.

Keeping in perfect time, the marching band gives another great performance.

Left: Darin Miller seems to be just a little disenchanted with the idea of morning practices.

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Rick Shafer gives it all he's got while playing for a Northeast football game.

Don't fall asleep Susan Almery, you have a parade to march in!

The brass section plays "Hail to the Varsity" for the football team.

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Band members cut up for the camera after a performance at Seacrest field.

Jim Koch marches through the streets of Grand Island at the Harvest of Harmony Parade.

Name, instrument, grade Todd Adams, trumpet, 10 Chris Ahlman, alto sax, 10 Steph Ahlschwede, flute, 12 Tom Ahlschwede, alto sax, 10 Susan Almery, flute, 10 Mark Anderson, percussion, 11 Hannah Argue, flute, 11 Dave Attenberger, trombone, 10 Dirk Baker, percussion, 11 Tim Bales, alto sax, 11 Sandy Becker, flute, 12 Dyana Beckler, flute, 11 Paula Behrens, alto sax, 11 Joe Bennett, trumpet, 12 Mike Bodfield, percussion, 10 Kyle Bond, trumpet, 12 Mike Brehm, trumpet, 10 Wendy Buckmaster, clarinet, 10 Mike Budler, tenor sax, 12 Paul Casburn, percussion, 10 Ruben Ceballos, alto sax, 10 Tony Ceralo, tuba, 12 Dennis Champoux, alto sax, 11 Tammie Chelgren, clarinet, 12 Mike Christle, trombone, 11 Vonda Coolidge, flute, 11 Bruce Coonce, percussion, 11 Brian Curtis, trumpet, 10 Mike Daharsh, alto sax, 11 Scott Davis, percussion, 11 Lorie Divis, flute, 10 Joan Drake, flute, 10 Jim Draper, clarinet, 11 Julie Duensing, alto sax, 12 Janelle Dukes, clarinet, 11 Larry Dvorak, tenor sax, 11 James Egger ling, baritone, 11 Stephanie Eischied, clarinet, 11 Craig Enders, percussion, 12

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Scott Jenkins, trumpet, 10 Becky Jeppson, clarinet, 11 Kerri Jones, clarinet, 10 Lori Jordal, clarinet, 11 Becky Jording, clarinet, 12 Tom Kacirek, alto sax, 10 David Kaufman, trumpet, 10 Nickole Kehm, clarinet, 10 Jim Koch, trombone, 11 Kathy Lind, clarinet, 11 Dawn Litt, clarinet, 10 Laurie Lollman, french horn, 11 Jim Loos, trombone, 12 Shane Ludwig, trumpet, 10 Greg Lyman, tenor sax, 10 Rod Machacek, percussion, 12 Chad Martin, alto sax, 12 Jerome Martin, trombone, 12 Eric Mason, tenor sax, 10 Mark Mason, alto sax, 12 Michelle Mayfield, flute, 12 Kevin McReynolds, alto sax, 11 Lindy Merritt, clarinet, 12 Janet Mielke, french horn, 12 Darin Miller, trumpet, 10 Leann Moore, flute, 12 Rod Morehead, alto sax, 10 David Murphy, trumpet, 12 Eric Nielsen, trumpet, 12 Mike Oehm, trumpet, 11 Todd Parrott, alto sax, 10 John Paulson, trumpet, 10 Lisa Pennington, flute, 11 Christie Perkins, clarinet, 12 Jenny Perkins, french horn, 10 Eric Peterson, trumpet, 12 Jeff Peterson, trumpet, 12 Theresa Peterson, flute, 11 Cory Pierce, percussion, 10

Rachelle Flagel, flute, 11 Randy Flagel, trombone, 10 Shane Flynn, trumpet, 11 Mark French, trumpet, 10 Diane Frohn, clarinet, 10 Lance Fryrear, french horn, 10 Karri Groothuis, baritone, 11 Kim Grosshans, alto sax, 10 Pat Hardesty, percussion, 11 Brian Harpham, trombone, 10 Kim Haugen, trumpet, 10 John Heidemann, baritone, 12 Todd Henke, trumpet, 12 Marissa Heuer, alto sax, 11 Phil Hoegemeyer, trumpet, 11 Jennie James, flute, 10 Tammy Plummer, flute, 10 Jeff Randall, tenor sax, 10 Scott Rediger, trumpet, 12 David Reynolds, alto sax, 12 Jim Rice, percussion, 12 Mark Rockemann, alto sax, 11 Wanda Rockemann, trumpet, 12 Ron Rogge, trombone, 12 Cathy Rook, flute, 10 Anissa Sailors, flute, 11 Jeff Sandau, trumpet, 12 Melissa Sayer, flute, 11 Paul Scheel, tenor sax, 10 Brett Schneider, trombone, 11 Tracey Scott, trumpet, 11 Rick Shafer, percussion, 11 Jana Singleton, flute, 10 Steve Singleton, tenor sax, 12 Casey Smith, tenor sax, 11 Diane Smith, clarinet, 11 Tim Snyder, french horn, 10 Shannon Spale, clarinet, 12 Kirsten Spitser, clarinet, 10

Stacy Squires, clarinet, 10 Scott Stephens, tenor sax, 10 Terry Stoppel, trombone, 11 Sheila Sutton, clarinet, 10 Wendy Svoboda, clarinet, 11 Lisa Swanson, flute, 12 Bill Taylor, trumpet, 10 Lisa Tumbelson, alto sax, 11 Jeff Turek, baritone, 11 ' Vicki Tuttle, flute, 10 Jerry Van Amerongen, tenor sax, 10 Jessica Van Cleaf, clarinet, 10 Ann Van Zandt, flute, 12 Chris Varga, percussion, 12 Jason Varga, percussion, 10 Marsie Vetter, clarinet, 12 Karen Wallick, flute, 10 Kathy Wallick, flute, 12 Dan Walter, tuba, 10 Terry Warner, percussion, 12 Greg Webel, clarinet, 12 Derek Whisenhunt, trumpet, 10 Michelle White, oboe, 10 Alicia Whitehurst, flute, 12 Amy Whitehurst, clarinet, 10 Danelle Wiebe, flute, 12 William Wood, clarinet, 11 Jacki Woolhiser, clarinet, 11 Mike Wright, french horn, 10 Ade Yant, tuba, 11 Scott Zager, trumpet, 11 Missy Howell, flute, 12 Brian Johnson, tuba, 12 Greg Lawson, clarinet, 12 Missy Spale, flute, 12 Cassie Cobb, flute, 12 Lucy Downs, alto Sax, 10 Nicco Lawson, flute, 10 Dave Phillips, trombone, Tammie Ring, flute, 10

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The Northeast Symphonic Band continued its tradition of excellence during the 1985-86 school year.

Bands give relief

By Karen Wixson Editor Th e '86 ROCKET

In November, the Northeast band department held auditions for the Symphonic Band. These auditions helped determine an individual 's abilities, and what chair he or she would occupy. During the basketball season, the band divides up into three groups, and takes turns playing for the games .

The differences between the marching band and the Symphonic Band are many , as the marching band performs for football games, parades, and marching competitions, and they play primarily " pep " tunes. On the other hand , the Symphonic Band plays for concert purposes and plays a wide range of music from classical to contemporary. The switch from marching band to Symphonic Band can come as quite a relief to a " march weary" band member. Junior Mike Christle commented, " I like playing in the Symphonic Band because you don 't have to get up at seven in the morn ing to march , and I like the music that's played in Symphonic Band better. " Concert band, on the other hand , is made up primarily of sophomores, and a few juniors. The students in Concert Band concentrate on sharpening their technical skills, as well as working on many different varieties of music. Concert band also took turns playing for the different basketball games and pep ral lies throughout the course of thP year.

The two co ncert groups were directed

by Dick Marolf, who replaced Jeff Klintberg after Klintberg's resignation at the end of the 1984-85 school yea r.

22/Concert Band

Cathy Rook seems to be falling asleep while playing her bassoon.

Craig Enders shows his expertise on the xylophone.

The Concert Band trumpet section works on a new song.

Casey Smith and Mike Budler keep in tune to the music.

Tony Cer aolo p lays h is tuba with style.

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Stage Band members Eric Peterson, Eric Nielsen, and Scott Zager think Northeast has the #1 Stage Band in town.

All that Jazz

By Karen Wixson Editor Th e '86 ROCKET

The 1985-86 Stage Band consisted of 22 members who auditioned for the positions created by graduating seniors last year.

Stage Band plays primarily jazz music, but the group also experiments with many different types of music including pop, rock and swing. Of course, performances took up a great deal of the group's time, and proved to be the most enjoyable part of being a Stage Band member . .

Senior Stage Band member, Eric Peterson commented, " Performing for an audience is so great, especially when they really enjoy the music that you're playing. When you come across a really receptive audience, it really makes all the hard work worthwhile."

Indeed, Stage Band is quite a demanding group, as members must have a great knowledge of music, but they must also be able to improvise a solo at a moments notice. However, perhaps the most nerve racking for Stage Band members is auditioning to be a part of the group. Sophomore saxophone player, Eric Mason said, " I was so nervous when I tried out for Stage Band, because there are so many talented people trying out for only a few positions. I was really relieved when the whole thing was over. "

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Ken Peralez poses happily with his guitar.

Trombone players Jim Koch and Jim Loos "Shake, Rattle and Roll"

"Little Drummer Boy" Ch ris Varga manage s a smile for the camera.

Phil Hogemeyer puts forth his best effort in an attempt to

make sweet sounds flow from his trumpet.

Missy Howell knows that practice does make perfect when you're in the Stage Band.

Saxophpone players Dave Reynolds, Kevin McReynolds and Eric Mason perform for the annual Soup and Salad supper.

Left; Michelle White plays the piano with intensity.

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Kathy Lind and Valerie Smith keep in tune with their clarinets.

Eric Koester and Angie Dietrich devote their attention to their violin per{ormance during Orchestra.

New Experience for Orchestra

By Chris Hempel Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

Orchestra this year was, as Julie Hendrickson put it, "an experience for all of us."

This was Dick Marolfs first year at Northeast, and his first year .of conducting an orchestra. Marolf ·is also the Band and Jazz Band director.

With the combination of talents of the new conductor and the members of orchestra, a lot has been accomplished. The accomplishments included: a Meistersingers/ Orchestra concert on October 28th, All-City Orchestra Night January 12th and a school concert on February 19th.

Orchestra met 5th period and there were about 30 members.

The group played all classical music. Valerie Smith, who played clarinet in orchestra, commented, "We really appreciated the different styles and challenging music he (Marolf) gave us."

After a somewhat tough start, orchestra encountered another classic year highlighted with playing for the musical "Bye, Bye Birdie" in April.

Marcus Fleck concentrates on his music.

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The string section is where you,ll find Becky Pierson and Julie Hendrickson.

Trio Harmonizes Through 85' -86'

By Chris Hempel Staff M ember The '86 ROCKET

Triple Trio is a select group of nine girls. This year, they performed at various churches, East Park, Gateway, and many of the Lincoln schools.

The Christmas season arrived and there were many activities for the group, thus keeping up a busy pace. " It was fun performing for many different audiences," Julie Rahe said. " It makes all of the practicing worthwhile."

The Trio participated in only one contest this year. Held in Peru, Nebraska, Triple Trio was the only all-female group.

Performing for various businesses around Lincoln was also a popular activity for the group. Employees appreciated the break listening to Trio provided for them.

Triple Trio: _Kim Howard, Jill Williams, Renee Div is, Carla Grafelman, Darla Griese r, Juli e Rahe, Julie D uensing , Patti McDiffe tt,Jodi Prey and K e lli Roeber.

Kelli Roeber tickles the ivories.

Patti McDiffett and Julie Rahe practice their choreography for per{ection.

Jodi Prey puts feeling into her solo.

Julie Rahe, Jodi Prey and Jill Williams take their hats .off to music.

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By Mark Mandery Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

In its 10th year of performing at Northeast, the Swing Choir this year was no exception to the tradition of excellence the group has had for the past decade. " Perfection is the lowest thing that I will accept from this group," stated director Mrs. Mary Oestmann. "To have a swing choir of top caliber, I can't even think of accepting anything less."

This perfection has paid off for the group as they brought home a fourth place trophy from Western Missouri State University's Tri-State competition.

"We were hoping for a first place trophy or all-around, but with that many schools competing, fourth is great," commented member Greg Lawson.

Swing Choir performs pop, jazz and soft rock along with choreography to fit the music.

"It's pretty tough getting the timing down with the rest of the group, but the final product is what matters," Lawson said.

Although Swing Choir is a very demanding group, the students don't seem to mind all the long hours of practicing during class, and sometimes at 7:00 a.m.

All of that practice recalls, for the members, the favorite words of Oestmann after listening to a routine.

"That was pretty good, but let's try it one more time."

The 1985-86 Lincoln Northeast Swing Choir. Front Row (l. to r.): Pat Hardesty, Jacki Woolhiser, Carin Bringelson, Lenora Schlosser, Bryan Fisher. Middle Row (l. to r.): Mike Oehm, Jon Larchick, Stephanie Miller, Terri Robinson, Lisa Smith, Cory Fletcher, Lynda Holt. Top Row (l. to r.): Missy Howell, Greg Lawson, Jay Dinges, Amy Moravec, Darrin Swanson, Clint Hauptmeier.

At the Christmas assembly, the girls ask the guys, "If This Is It."

Even Swing Choir knows that mirrors never lie.

Senior Stephanie Miller uses the maracas to acentuate her singing abilities.

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How low can you go?

These swingers really know how to strut their stuff.

Senior .member Terri Robinson strikes a pose with Darrin Swanson.

Many hours of practice make Swing Choir an excellent group.

Choreography plays an important role for Swing Choir.

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Concert Choir members Stephanie Miller and Amy Moravec perform during the spring musical, "Bye, Bye, Birdie."

Dawn Carmody and Jay Dinges await the arrival of Conrad Birdie in the spring musical.

Choir excels

By Marc Mandery Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

The Lincoln Northeast Concert Choir surpassed all previous choirs in both contest results and overall performances.

At contests, Northeast did better than expected. The year of competition was topped off by director Duane Nichols turning and hitting the piano, which showed he was very pleased with the performance. After the curtain dropped, a scream by Louie Sheridan showed he was happy.

Though Northeast did better than in previous years, the No. 1 ranking was still not there. "Just a few points off here and there was all it took to kill the rating," commented senior member Ron Price. "I really thought, at the time, that this year we were going to do it. But, I guess it just wasn't our time."

The most enjoyable activity for the choir this year was the musical, "Bye Bye Birdie," the story of 1950's rock star manager and how he tries to pay off his debts by publishing that Conrad Birdie (played by Marc Mandery) is going into the Army and he will give some girl one last kiss before leaving.

Bryan Fisher plays the part of Albert Peterson (the manager) and was sure the musical would be a hit. "I knew that once everyone started to work together, everything would fall into place and come off great," Fisher said.

Stephanie Miller, who plays the part of Kim McAlffey, commented that this·year's musical could be, "One of the best in a long time or the worst. It all depends on how well everything fits together."

Nichols commented, "I was very proud of everyone who worked hard to make the musical work. I'm glad I've had the chance to work with these people and I'm looking forward to working with next year's group."

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The 1985-86 Northeast Concert Choir Roster. Geoffrey Allen, Bryana Beckler, Dyana Beckler, Kim Beebe, Stephanie Bell, Patty Bender, Ryan Biggs, Rey Buss, Dawn Carmody, Jay Cederdahl, Vonda Coolidge, Patrick Diaz, Renee Divis, Bryan Fisher, Markus Fleck, Cory Fletcher, Sharon Fournier, Michelle Gaston, Sunny Gould, Karri Groothuis, Debra Hansen, Terri Henrichson, Lynda Holt, Michelle Houser, Kim Howard, Kim James, Troy Kuhlman, Carol Larsen, Greg Lawson, Kathleen Lind, Amy Lionberger, Megan Lovell, John Ludwig, Mark Mandery, Richard Marsh, Patti McDiffett, Laurie McMaster, Dawn Mertz, Stephanie Miller, Amy Moravec, Ted Mothershed, Kelly Neiswanger, Sharon Nelson, Heather Nichols, Becki Nitz, Michael Oehm, Ashley Owens, Christie Perkins, Angela Pollard, Ronald Price, Julie Rahe, Brenda Reddling, Brad Richardson, Kelly Rivers, Terri Robinson, Wanda Rockemann, Linda Sayer, Lenora Schlosser, Rick Shafer, Louie Sheridan, Steve Shields, Lisa Smith, Lisa Sullivan, David Svehla, Darrin Swanson, Shari Swoboda, Lisa Thelen, Joe Thomas, Lyn Thompson, Lori Thomsen, Cori Tindle, Kelly Will, Joan Williams, Suzanne York, Janel Zager.

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By Mark Mandery Staff Member Th e '86 ROCKET

For the 23 members of Chamber Singers, the year proved to be challenging, if not exciting.

The group performed every type of music, ranging from the 17th century to the music of the present. " It's really tough to try to change the style of how we sing from song to song," commented senior member Ron Price.

The music performed by the group waE" challenging to direct, also. Mrs. Mary Oestmann handled that aspect of the music.

The group also participated in contests and did very well. " I knew the grour,, would do well this year, because they work and sound well together," Mrs .

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The Rock Show was the concert that appealed to most of the members. " It (the Rock Show) was a lot of fun, because it was mostly contemporary music that we listen to and can relate with ," senior member Bryan Fisher said. " It's not like trying to perform arrangements by composers who lived like 100 years ago or more. " Though the year was strenuous on the group, it has become closer, and the memories and friends each member made will last forever .

The Chamber Singer altos and sopranos are hard at work on per{ecting a song for contests.

The Chamber Singers per{ orm for the music department s annual Soup and Salad Supper.

Right: Rick Schaffer, Pat HardeP!y and Ron Price practice for the Christmas concert with a " Buxtehude" selection.

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Above : Nancy Schaen concentrates on perfecting the music for jazz contests.

Right: A small group of the Chamber Singers put on another spectacular concert at Gateway .

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Meistersingers perform formally with the Orchestra.

Louie Sheridan and Darrin Swanson check out the copyright on their sheet music.

English Style

Louie Sheridan and Steve Strauss concentrate to get the corr, pitch.

By Chris Hempel Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

Meistersingers, a music group at Northeast which portrays mainly working men organized in Old English cities in the 14th through the 16th centuries for cultivating music and poetry, carried out the Madrigal theme throughout their performances in '85-'86.

This is a unigue group which sings a contrapuntal song with parts for several voices singing without accompaniment.

Early in the year, the group went to a Renaissance Festival. They attended in costume and spent the day in Old English style. Cathy Curtis commented, "I really liked participating in this (the Festival) because it helped me understand the time period we were singing about."

In January, Meistersinger groups from around the state gathered together to perform for each other in Grand Island.

Another big event was the Madrigal Yuletide Dinner. This dinner is served in an Old English atmosphere resembling a royal court. The singers were in costume and assumed the roles of the people of the era

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1985-1986 Meistersingers. Left to Right: Becky Jeppson, Rey Buss, Dawn Merti Steve Strauss, Cathy Curtis, Brad Mayfield, Pat Hardesty, Stephanie Ahlschwede Jay Dinges, Sharon Fournier, Louie Sheridan, Lynda Holt, Darren Swanson, Jan.e l .

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Debbie May, Lori Francisco, Katie Hanus, and Becky Roesler enjoy hamming it up for the camera.

Lori Baumann and Linda Sayer discuss their music and work on blending.

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By Chris Hempel Mrs. Oestmann is proud of her vocal groups.

Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

The Horizons at work.

This year's Horizons spent a melodious year working on various pop tunes and a little choreography.

Horizons is made up 24 girls. Highlights this year included: singing at the Governor ' s Mansion, East Campus, Gateway, and Meadowlane School.

Many of the girls sang solos for the Soup Supper and everyone sold tickets.

This event also involved a group performance. Another money making activity was a car wash. This was for the entire music department.

Becky Roesler commented, ·"I enjoyed this year in Horizons. You can really learn a lot about music from being involved in this group."

Horizons gives more students interested in singing the opportunity to be involved with music at Northeast.

35/Horizons The Horizons perform in the auditorium for their Christmas Concert.

A mastery of language

By Karen Gray Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

For those who are well-versed, dedicated and are able to present logical and interseting points of view, being a member of Speech Club was satisfying.

There are no prerequisites for the club.

Any student interested in speech, drama or performing may participate.

In preparing for competition, members must first select their pieces. From then on, it's lots of practice. Understandably, some people get burned out from all of the hard work, but many remain involved for years.

Northeast Speech Coach Bruce Chapman, said tournaments are the culminating contests to all of the hard work.

"Contestants compete against a handful of opponents, in front of a judge," Chapman said. "This is known as a round. Generally, there are two or three rounds for each event at each tournament. The top six entries usually compete in a final round. Then, there's an award presentation. There is usually at least one round per weekend, often times more, and they are held at high schools and colleges."

The speech season, which lasts from early November to late March, went well for Northeast this year.

At Omaha Marian, Steve Shields, Dave Scaggs, and Mike King placed first, third, and fifth, respectively, in impromptu speaking. At Kearney State College, Phil Seng placed first in extemporaneous speaking, and the duet acting team of Mike King and Krist Sphon placed second. At Southeast, Stephanie Ahlschwede placed second in impromptu speaking, while the King/ Sphon tandem finished second in duet acting.

Rich Hansen poses in GQ fashion.

1'he 1985-86 Speech Team. Front Row (l. to r.): Steve Shields, Amy Ellis, Missy Howell, Shannon Spale, Krist Spohn. Second Row: Coach Bruce Chapman, Mike King, Rich Hansen, Karen Donahoo, Steph Ahlschwede, Mike Ehlers. Third Row: Roxanne Potter, Rana Coble, Karla Leybold, Jill Williams.

Coach Bruce Chapman offers advice.

Notebook in hand, a debator works hard to collect all the facts.

Marta Slechta and Stephanie Ahlschwede share their ideas.

Stephanie Ahlschwede prepares for competition.

Leever leads

By Karen Gray Staff M ember Th e '86 ROCKET

"The more I think about it, the less the differences (between speech and debate) seem," said first-year speech coach Bruce Chapman. " Both take research, practice, and an ability to speak well in front of an audience."

In debate, speeches are composed during· competition between two people. Unlike speech, debators may letter in their field after attaining a certain n um her of points at the varsity level of competition.

At tournaments, each team will debate 4-6 times with teams from other schools. Afterwards, the teams with the best records receive awards for their performances. There are 15-20 "tourney8" a year.

The debate season lasted from November to March. Northeast did well this year, placing second and third in novice at Kearney State College. At Southeast High School, Northeast's team placed fifth and ninth (out of 66) in novice. At the NSCA tournament at UNL, Northeast placed firts in Junior Varsity.

Along with the rigors of debate comes a much-needed moment of rest.

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Chapman's First

By Siouxzy Schwichtenberg Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

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Despite low audience attendance, the Northeast fall play, "Rhinoceros," was a great success. The actors' enthusiasm was apparent and was picked up by the audience, who seemed to thoroughly enjoy the production.

"Rhinoceros" is set in a small French town. The plot involves a group of people turning into rhinoceri, but the message is much deeper.

The author, Eugene Ionesco, says the play is about peoples' inability to communicate with each other.

Bruce Chapman, Northeast drama instructor and director of the play, has his own ideas about the production.

"I think it's about conformity and why people are scared to be individuals," Chapman said. Chapman said the play has something to say about social actions, love, and people's reactions to change and fear.

However, Chapman did express concern over the depth of the message presented.

"It's an absurd play, so a lot of people go away in a confused state of mind," Chapman said. "Hopefully, the comedy counter-acted that, so the audience can at least have an enjoyable time."

Junior Rana Coble prepares her make-up for her role in "Rhinoceros."

Director Bruce Chapman goes over some last minute notes before a rehearsal.

Chapman said "Rhinoceros," his first play at Northeast, "went very well."

Cast members stare in disbelief at Jill Williams (Daisy) as she tells of her experience with the Rhinoceros.

Jeanne (Missy Howell) confers with a nervous Berenger (Chip Moeller), who is confronted with the realities of alcoholism.

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Chip Moeller discusses the m erits of becoming a rhinoceros with Missy Howell.

Steve Shields put in his two cents worth about the number of rhinoceri seen and the number of horns on each.

During a rehearsal, Stephanie Ahlschwede adds a bit of logical advice to Krist Sphon and Mike King.

The Cast The Grocer's Wife .. ... . .. Lori Francisco The Waitress .... ... ..... . . Shennon Bills The Housewife .. . ... . . . . .... Krist Sphon Berenger . . . ... . . . .. . .. . .... Chip Moeller Jeanne . ... . . . ... . .. . . ... . .. .Missy Howell The Grocer . ............ . . . . Steve Shields The Old Gentleman . .... . ... .. Mike King The Logician ... . Stephanie Ahlschwede The Cafe Proprietor . . . ... . . . Rana Coble Daisy . .......... . .. .. . . . . . .. . Jill Williams Dudard .. . . . . . . .. . ........ . . Bryan Fisher Botard ....... . ......... . . . Wayne Shriner Mr. Papillion . . .. ... . ... Darr.in Swanson Mr. Boeuf .. .... .. . . . . . .. .. . . Dave Scaggs A Firefighter .. . ... .. Stephanie Eischeid

Th'! cast of Rhinoceros. Bottom Row (l. tor.): Jill Williams, Darrin Swanson, Rana Coble, Krist Sphon, Bryan Fisher, Chip Moeller. Middle Row: Shennon Bills, Mike King. Top Row: Director Bruce Chapman, Assistant Director Karen Donahoo, Stephanie Ahlschwede, Stephanie Eischeid, Lori Francisco, Missy Howell, Steve Shields, Wayne Shriner, Dave Scaggs.

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Fools a "comic fable" B y K aren Gray Staff M ember The '86 ROCKET

The 1986 Spring Play, Neil Simon's "Fools," was about the misfortunes of the small Russian town of Kulyenchikov.

The people of the town are cursed to stupidity, and a young school teacher must educate the town doctor's beautiful daughter in order to break the spell.

Director Bruce Chapman chose " Fools" as the play because it is shorter than many of the other options .

Since the drama department. was still working on the one-act play for state competition at the time of casting for the spring play, Chapman knew there would only be about one month to put the play together. Another factor in choosing " Fools," and probably a bigger factor than time, was that the play is very funny .

"This play has been called a comic fable ," Chapman said. " But, mostly, I think it's just for fun."

The play has a somewhat deeper meaning, though.

The message of the play deals with the fact that people are the way they are because that's what they've been taught. The attitudes and values of society have a strong effect on the way an individual sees himself or herself.

The cast, like Chapman, was impressed with his choice. "They're really gung-ho about it, " Chapman said . "They think it's really funn y and they are working very h a rd in rehearsals. " Those involved in th e play's production were not wrong in expecting a fa vorable audien ce reaction . It was held on March 20 a nd 21 in the Northeast auditorium.

Krist Sphon has her makeup prepared for her role in "Fools."

Dave Skaggs tries to teach Roxann Potter how to add.

While Leon Tolchinsky (Dave Skaggs) tells the history of the curse, Mr. and Mrs. Zubritsky (Steve Shields and Krist Sp hon) affectionately listen.

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Jason Graff, as Mishkin the mailman, makes his delive rie s in " Fools. "

Asking for her undy ing lo v e (and hand in marriage), Leon Tolchinsky makes his point clear.

Matt Landis rehearse s his lines during one of the many rehearsals.

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Bill Kasi, playin g Gregor Yo uskevitch, asks the a udien ce why he must alw a ys be th e bad guy.

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Juniors Christy Kaup, Michelle Bradley, and Jaimi Hahn hold Erick Hill dear to the ir hearts.

Tammi Wattnem,s date gives her a lift to the dance.

Candlelight shines on ...

This Candlelight trio poses with Pee Wee Herman.

By Siouxzy Schwichtenberg Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

This year ' s Candlelight Dance , attended by over 300 people, was both profitable and entertaining.

The dance was held at Gizmo's, formerly Johnny's Lounge, because it provided a better environment. Although holding the dance at Gizmo's cost more, the place was bigger than last year's location and everybody seemed to enjoy the evening. One of the highlights of the dance was the drawing for a Kodak Disc camera, which was won by Kelly Rivers.

The Candlelight committee advertised the dance at school, although the event is _ not school-sponsored due to problems which have occurred in the past.

However, few things went wrong this year, and the dance turned out much better than even the organizing committee had expected. Music was provided by Sounds Unlimited.

By selling raffle tickets and holding a car wash, along with the ticket sales money and money left over from the previous year, the committee managed to raise $1200.00 for the dance.

This year's Candlelight committee included: Shari Swoboda, Amy Moravec, Soni Fabry, Becky Roesler, Karla Leybold, Amy Bailey, Dawn Mertz, Becky Hartung, Dana Mattingly, Vonda Coolidge, Traci Minnick, Amy Dewey, Tracey Fisher and Pam Gross.

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In the limelight

By Siouxzy Schwichtenberg Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

1985-86 Spotlight Club: Front Row (l. to r.): Bryan Fisher, Chip Moeller Sarah Dale Bruce Chapman, Brian Curtis, Rana Coble. Back Row: Mike King St~phanie Ahl~ schwede, Lori Francisco, Krishelle Stelle. '

Rana Coble and Bryan Fisher appear to have mixed feeling about the material they are reading.

Spotlight is a club which gives Northeast students interested in drama an opportunity to nurture their speech and drama talents and abilities.

This year, members have given a Halloween party, helped out with play productions, and attended numerous drama events at other high schools. They hope to plan a trip for the summer.

Although they've lost some people, Spotlight got off to a great start this year and about 20 members have stayed with it.

"I think we all had a really great time," said Queen Rana Coble, "seeing other schools' drama productions, meeting new people, and spending time with people who enjoy the same activities we do."

Bruce Chapman, who is in charge of Northeast's drama-related activities, is also the sponsor of Spotlight. Chapman suggests ideas and makes things run smoothly. Although this is his first year at Northeast, members have had no problems adjusting to their new leader.

All of the officers were newly-elected.

This year's officers were: Rana Coble, Queen; Bryan Fisher, Vice Queen; Lenora Schlosser, Security / Treasurer; and Stephanie Ahlschwede, former advisor.

To be an official member of Spotlight, one must have been involved with at least one Northeast drama production.

Members of Spotlight met on the third Thursday of each month, right after drama. Because non-members often attended the meetings out of curiosity, each meeting was started by taking attendance. This helped everyone find out who sent invitations and how many people would be able to attend the plays.

Spotlight was involved in at least one activity each month, usually getting involved with the drama departments of other high schools and attending their plays.

Junior Mike King displays tremendous talent by balancing a stool on his nose.

Spotlight Officers (l. tor.): Stephanie Ahlschwede, Bryan Fisher, Rana Coble, Lenora Schlosser.

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1985-86 Varsity Cheerleaders. Back Row (l. tor.): Angie Folkers, Melissa Kennedy, Darla Grieser. Middle Row: Ann Van Zandt, Jodi Prey, Cami Althouse, Holly Ernst .

Front Row: Marci Neeld, Cathy Curtis, Angie Damian.

Editor The '86 ROCKET

Fans screaming, whistles blowing, bands playing and cheerleaders cheering were the noises heard at a Northeast varsity athletic event. The 1985-86 varsity cheerleaders were always in the spirit and bubbling with enthusiasm.

Cheerleading was time consuming because of all the work needed to master the routines, but in the end it was rewarding. It allowed the cheerleaders to meet new people, promote spirit and learn about all the sports.

Ann Van Zandt commented, "Being a cheerleader for the past two years has been great because I've met so many people that I normally would not have, and it's really an honor to represent Northeast."

The varsity cheerleaders went to summer camps where they learned routines, chants, cheers and mounts. They discovered that cheerleading camp was not all fun, but also hard work.

They did have their share of fun. The squad got the opportunity to meet cheerleaders from other schools and compete for ribbons. The girls won a "Reaching for that Star" ribbon, while the n,e xt two nights they received a superior ribbon.

However, probably even more exciting for the squad was the fact that they earned the distinction of " Most Spirited Squad."

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Fired up and Ready! That's the chant that goes with this awesome mount!

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Angie Damian smiles pretty for the camera!

Cathy Curtis does a great shoulder sit on Jody Prey.

The Rocket Shufflin' Crew shuffleR on down ... doin' it for you.

Holly Ernst and Melissa Kennedy do a partner stunt.

Angie Folkers thinks the Rockets are #1 !

Back Row: Marci Neeld, Angie Folkers, Cathy Curtis. Front Row: Cami Althouse, Darla Grieser, Angie Damian, Melissa Kennedy, Holly Ernst.

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Darla Grieser and Ann Van Zandt are picture perfect.

Darla Grieser raps to the beat while the crew shuffles their feet. ·

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Time Out! ... for a fun photo of our awesome drill team.

A strut to success

By Angie Folkers Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

Everyone knows Northeast has the best drill team in Lincoln; Why argue?

The dedicated Star Strutters started working on their routines in the summer of 1985. Every morning from 7:00 to 9:00 the girls practiced kicking, jumping and perfecting their routines.

Clinic also helped the Star Strutters to become even better. The American Drill Team Association in Lawrence, Kansas taught the girls, over a five-day period, new routines and how to march properly. While at clinic, the Star Strutters won the contest held for the best routine brought from home. Not only did they take the trophy for the best routine, but they also brought the trophy for the best all around drill team at the clinic.

When asked what she thought of being a Star Strutter, Renee Divis said, "It's a good experience, and a lot of fun. You also develop close relationships with the people on the team."

Right: Karen Kacirek, Lyn Thompson.

Far Right: Emily Burtch displays a jazz hand during one of many performances.

The Star Strutters help support the football team.

A flashy routine by the Strutters, done at the winter pep rally.

Kelly Neiswanger and Colette Wehrmeister practice with their flags.

Team captain Terri Robinson displays the hard work put forth by the Strutters.

Buttons and pins are popular for decorating the Star Strutter jacket.

The 1985-86 Northeast Star Strutters: Front Row (l. tor.): Terri Robinson, Joan Williams, Carol Larsen, Kim Howard, Lyn Thompson, Tracy Gilroy, Megan Lovell. Middle Row: Kristen Ross, Dawn Mertz, Stacey Bennett, Amy DeWitt, Wendy Baus, Renee Divis, Kelly Neiswanger, Colette Wehrmeister, Karen Kacirek. Back Row: Emily Burtch, Teresa Pollick.

Carol Larsen puts her best foot forward. But in this case .. . UP!

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Promoting spirit

By Karen Gray & Siouxzy Schwichtenberg Staff Members The '86 ROCKET

As in other schools around the country, the students at Northeast have come to view Pep Club as more than tradition. It is a virtually indispensable part of the high school scene. · In additon to its primary and most obvious function, wh,i'ch is to promote school spirit, the members of Pep Club are also responsible for the Homecoming and Turnabout dances.

The 1985-86 Pep Club started out the year with about 50 members, and former Vice-President Tammy Ward estimated that no more than 10 members would drop out over the course of the year.

There are a number of rules which Pep Club members must follow. They are required to wear their uniforms on game days and be present at the games to give support to the athletes. Members must attend occasional pep rallies in the gym, and they must attend a short meeting after school once a week. Members are forbidden to smoke while wearing their Pep Club uniform. Not conforming to any of these rules can lead to a demerit, and too many demerits may justify expulsion from Pep Club.

Along with the rules and responsibilities come benefits. Because they already know most of the cheers, Pep Club may help if members want to try out for cheerleading. Also, three years of membership in Pep Club will earn a letter.

The Pep Club is run by a group of officers. The officers were: Christy Speer (President), Carri Cramer (Treasurer), Chris Hamill (Secretary), and Michelle Gaston & Cori Tindle (Merit Officers). The merit officers are in charge of recording individual merits and demerits.

Tina Linderman leads the Pep Club in a cheer.

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Cheerleader Cathy Curtis relaxes at a Pep Club meeting.

The Pep Club displays its spirit at a game.

Cheerleaders Angie Folkers, Marci Neeld and Darla Grieser are also involved in Pep Club.

Win or lose, Pep Clu b members Nicole F azel, Stephanie Rabago, Dawn McKay, Tina Lind erman and Candy Dire have a good time together.

Stephanie Rabago applauds Northeast's team.

The P ep Clu b s urmor ts N or t h east's team at a football game.

Pep Club Officers are: Christy Speer, Chris Hamill, Cari Worm, Meetings provide the chance fo r members Dawn McKay, Stephanie Wachter, a nd Chris Han sen to get together and h ave fun.

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'85-86 Reserves busy

By Angie Folkers Staff Member Th e '86 ROCKET

The 1985-86 Reserve Cheerleaders are just awesome. With members Tracey Fisher, Tracy Borreson, Kerry Windels, Cammy Hudson , and Jacki Woolhiser, the squad had the strength to cheer up a storm.

Summer practices and a clinic at Doane College in Crete, contributed to the squad's ability to do mounts and really cheer on their teams.

The reserve year consisted of marching in the Shrine Bowl Parade and then later that day cheering at the game. They also had a pep rally, held on January 10.

The rally was cut short due to some confusion , but people who were there got an idea of what the reserves could do.

But the action didn 't stop there. The cheerleaders were always busy thinking up new ideas to do for the athletes. From new cheers to locker signs to the boosting of spirit, the cheerleaders were busy.

Cammy Hudson and Kerry Windels are, nervous! It's only their first pep rally.

Tracy Borreson and Jacki Woolhiser at reserve rally.

Tracy Fisher displa the pom technique.

Football season proved to be a learning experience for the reserves.

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Finding a mount for 5 cheerleaders isn't very easy, but the resen managed to find this one!

Twirlers dazzle in 85-86

By Angie Folkers Staff M ember The '86 ROCKET

The twirlers put together an exciting and entertaining halftime performance.

The Twirlers started the year off with summer practices to perfect their routines. As the summer flew by and a lot of hard work was accomplished, the twirlers grew better and better.

Band camp took up the last month of the summer vacation and then when school went back into session there were morning practices the first nine weeks.

Nancy Wagner said, "Twirling is fun but a lot of hard work. " When asked what her most memorable moment was, Nancy said taking second place in the State Baton Competition. All in all, Northeast had dedicated twirlers who dazzled through the 85-86 school year.

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Halftime can prove to be a very exciting time for the twirlers .

Stefanie Cave, Michelle Wilson and Cathy Rook pose for a picture before their per{ormance.

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Feature twirler Jana Kempston does a fantastic job on her routine.

The 1985-86 Twirlers. Back Row (l. tor.): Michalle Wilson, Michelle Mayfield, Kathy Wallick, and Steph Cave. Front Row: Cathy Rook, Feature Twirler Jana Kempston, Nancy Wagner.

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Launching the

ROCKET

By Karen Wixson Editor The '86 ROCKET

For the members of the '86 ROCKET, yearbook meant a lot of hard work, but the challenge of producing the book could also be quite exciting.

The school year provided a wide variety of events as well as fond memories that members of the '86 ROCKET tried to capture in this year's edition. Working with the yearbook gave the staff the opportunity to work with many different people, as well as helping members learn more about the field of journalism.

The staff selected the theme " The Rockets Were Here " to represent the impact that Northeast High has on the surrounding community.

The cover, which was designed by seniors Mitch Hendricks and Ty Heiser, was chosen over other entries submitted by staff members.

The ROCKET staff worked on carrying the theme throughout the entire book.

The division pages , pictures , and headlines are some exa mples of this. The staff also tried to incorporate a whole new look this year by switching from the traditional mosaic layouts to a magazine 8tyle.

Chris Hempel and Angie Folkers decide which pictures to use for a layout.

Despite the fact that the ROCKET had only four returning mem hers, inexperience was not a big problem, as things went smoothly throughout the course of the year. Members quickly learned their duties , and more importantly, the consequences of a missed deadline. Junior photo editor Tim Brox commented " At first, everything was kind of confu,sing, and nobody knew what they were doing,. but when grades were on the line, we figured it out pretty fast. " Mark Mandery gets caught delivering his best line to Siouxzy Schwictenberg.

Photographers Greg Zinniel and Mitch Hendricks select some pictures for the ROCKET.

Photo Editor Tim Brox entertains himself by working on a yearbook layout.

Staff members Monty Cassner, Rick Shaw, and Darryl Osbon _confer about one of their many sports layouts.

Editor Karen Wixson conducts another interview with a ghost.

Photographer Mike Christle experiences difficulty in the darkroom.

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Photographer Joe Foster examines some of his negatives.

Newspaper rewards

By Karen Wixson Editor The '86 ROCKET

Coming up with interesti.ng ideas to write about as well as contending with deadlines were just a few of the responsibilities that a Northeastern staff member had to meet. Although these responsibilities could put a great deal of pressure on the staff, there was always that terrific feeling of pride and satisfaction to look forward to after the paper was printed.

Senior Editor Rhonda Frahm commented, " Being on staff can really be hectic and very demanding, but when you see your own work in print, you know it's all worth it. " Not only does being on Northeastern staff teach a great deal of responsibility to its members, but it provides them with invaluable experience for the future. Staff members must conduct all of their own interviews as well as developing photos and writing the copy needed for the paper. This type of experience gives the staff a taste of what it would be like to actually work on a · professional newspaper.

Even if Northeastern staffers decide to go into some other area, the experience they've gained will take them far.

Northeastern sports writer, Rick Shaw, said, "Working with the Northeastern really helped me develop my writing skills, and although I won't be going into journalism, I've learned a lot of things that I can put to future use."

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Sportswriter Greg Webel (left) and Sports Editor Mark Derowitsch prepare their articles for publication in the Northeastern.

Senior Editor Rhonda Frahm discusses ideas for a feature story with advisor Daryl Blue.

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International Club members take a moment to relax.

A.F.S. student Charlotte Henrichson, from Denmark, gives a speech about her native country .

International Flavor

By Karen Wixson Editor The '86 ROCKET

1985-86 International Club officers. Front Row (l. to r.): Carin Bringelson, Karla Leybold. Back Row: R e becca Carr, Mary Tompkin.

If you're a student who is interested in learning about other country's cultures. and making new friends, then the newlyorganized International Club may be for you.

Although Northeast did have an International Club at one time, it was abandoned when interest and membership declined.

Spanish teacher Mrs. Virginia Brown sought to revise the club, and held an organizational meeting at the end of the 1984-85 school year . .Although the club still doesn't have a large membership, the group did participate in many activities during the '85-'86 school year. The club sold imported gummy bears , took part in the Foreign Language Fair, and sponsored an International Club Banquet. The group seemed to enjoy these activities, and planned even more for next year.

Karla Leybold said she enjoyed being in the club. "International Club is a club for everyone," Leybold said. "You don't need to have any special talents to be a member. All you need is the willingness to come and participate."

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1985-86 FBLA Officers. Back Row (l. tor.): Sandy Berry, President; Carla Grafelman, Vice President; Brenda Reddling, Reporter; Katie Hanus, Vice President; Darryl Osbon, Treasurer. Front Row: Wanda Rockemann, Recording Secretary; Sheila Lott, Corresponding Secretary; Melissa Rogers, Historian.

Business as usual for FBLA

By Karen Wixson Editor Th e '86 ROCKET

The purpose of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) is to help students learn as much about business as they can, and what they can expect in the business world. Treasurer Darryl Osbon commented, "FBLA is a good orga~ization to be involved with if you want to learn about business, and all of the opportunities that it can provide."

FBLA planned a very busy year in 1985-1986. The club sold candy bars and magazines in order to raise money so the group would be able to attend several outof-town conferences. One of these was the State Leadership Conference at the end of the year. At this conference, all of the FBLA club~ in the state competed in contests involving such skills as shorthand and typing, in hopes of finishing first and attending nationals.

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Carla Grafelman makes sure her thoughts are heard during a meeting.

President Sandy Berry addresses FBLA members at a meeting.

FBLA members enjoy an evening of fun in front of the VCR at Caroline Hug's house.

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Brenda Reddling listens to a suggestion from a fellow member of FBLA. FBLA members take a moment to relax during a meeting.

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Northeast Future Farmers active

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By Karen Wixson Editor The '86 ROCKET

Many Northeast students are not familiar with agriculture, but the Northeast Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter is very active.

FFA gives students the opportunity to participate in a club as well as instilling leadership, growth and confidence in its members. Through its many activities and award programs FFA gives practical experience to members in agriculture/ agribusiness, and members learn what they can expect from an agriculture related career.

Northeast FFA ad visor Randy Cannot commented, "twenty-three percent of all jobs are agriculturally related in one way or another, and being in FF A can really prepare a student for the career world."

Preparing for competition at the district, state and national levels kept FF A members busy throughout the course of the year. These competitions included parliamentary procedure, poultry judging, public and wildlife speaking, and the annual State Leadership Conference, to name a few.

FFA president Rob Maddox said he was pleased with the group and that he was confident with the future of the organization.

"Though we are still in the developm en tal stages, our membership is increasing and I am very pleased with the quality of students we are receiving.

I am quite confident that we will become one of the strongest chapters in the state."

Perhaps one of FFA's greatest goals is to successfully serve the community.

FF A works very closely with the N ebraska Game and Parks Commission on the Building Our American Communit1es Project (BOAC). This project involves the construction of natural habitats for different types of wildlife. The group also sponsored fruit sales so they could afford to attend the many different FFA functions.

The Northeast FF A chapter is the only one of its kind in the city, and until recently students from other schools were not allowed to participate. However, because of a change in the group's bylaws , any high school student may become an active member.

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This poultry contest team was one of seven teams from the state of Nebraska to compete at the national level in Kansas City. Northeast team members included: (l. tor.)

Alan Aldrich, Jim Wurm and Steve Lauver. Also pictured is FFA Advisor Randy Connot (far right).

1985-86 Northeast FFA Officers. Back Row: (1. tor.) Alan Aldrich, Historian; Cammie Althouse Treasurer; Steve Lauver, Sentinel; Jay Cederdahl, Reporter. Front Row: Buffie Chuda, Secretary; Rob Maddox, President; Ron Dey, Vice-President.

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Testing the soil for texture is part of Rob Maddox's judging routine.

FFA officers compete in Senior Parliamentary Procedure.

It's easy to make friends when you're an FFA m embe r . In this photo, Patti McDiffett spends time with s ome pals fro m Waverly.

FFA Awards '85-'86 National Poultry Contest-bronze medal team.

Land ,Judging-Alan Aldrich, third Place in districts.

Senior Parliamentary Rrocedure-second place in districts.

Wildlife Speaking-Kristina Schlect, second place in districts.

Extemporaneous Speaking- Rob Maddox, first place in districts.

Public Speaking-Patti McDiffett, first place in districts.

Soil and Water Conservation- Rob Maddox, Ron Dey, Cami Altho use; first place in districts.

Alan Aldrich and Mike Hubbard compete in an Ag-Demo at the District Leadership Con{erence.

Meats Judging-Jeff Way, Jim Wurm, Mike Hubbard; first place in districts.

Rob Maddox, Jay Cederdahl-State Agribusinessman Degrees.

The LNE FF A chapter received certificates for excellence in the following areas: Chapter safety, Chapter BOAC project, Superior chapter rating.

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After bravely giving a pint of blood, Dayna Danielson helps herself to a glass of orange juice.

Junior Ashley Owens gets a little comfort from Melissa Stake and Marcus Neal at the annual Red Cross Bloodmobile.

Stu-Co reaches goals

By Greg Zinniel Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

"The biggest difference," states first semester Stu-Co president Tim Gillis, " between this year and last year is the administration's acceptance of new ideas. " Student Council scheduled more activities than ever before in an attempt to involve a greater percentage of the student body in Student Council functions.

One of these activities included a " Beach Bash at which a live band by the name of "The Finnsters" provided the entertainment. This was the first time since 1975 that a live band performed for a Northeast dance. Other Student Council activities included a blood drive, candy cane sales , computer dating and Thank You birthday cards for faculty members.

As opposed to years past, the Student Council had an increase in its membership . Second semester president Bob Munson thinks the increase was the result of " the rising number of students interested in the organization ." Munson went on to say, " I'm really pleased with the accomplishments we 've made this year, I think they've made a lasting impression on Northeast."

Also new to the council this year was the opportunity for outstanding members to letter. This chance was given to Stu-Co members after the administration had decided that Stu-Co was an important part of Northeast High , and that its members should have some way to be recognized.

However, the greatest. goal for Stu-Co members this year was to close the gap between the students and administration. Stu-Co member Lisa Kocr. said , " We 're trying to become a more effective group, and that takes time, but in the end I know we 'll be successful. "

President Tim Gillis delivers his weekly Stu-Co Rap to the student body.

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r Right: Greg Dightman helps Marsha Thelen and Tracey Urban unpack candy canes used for fund raising.

Below: First Semester Student Council Officers: Lisa Koch, Jerome Martin, Tim Gillis, Rich Hansen, Bob Munson.

Friendships are abundant when you're in Stu-Co. Just look at Kris Brewster and Marsha Thelen.

Below: 1985-86 Student Council. Back Row: (l. tor.) Kim Meales, Janelle West, Amy Jordan, Janelle Dukes, Shannon Bills. Third Row: Suzy Shelby, Michelle Beck, Melissa Stake, Dawn Inness, Karin Kersten, Tracey Urban. Second Row: Kris Brewster, Shelly Wiegert, Ashley Owens, Lisa Koch, Jerome Martin, Rich Hansen, Bob Munson. Front Row: Greg Dightman, Marsha Thelen, Tim Gillis, Dayna Danielson, Amy Lionberger, Brad Rising.

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Stephanie Ahlschwede concentrates on her math problems.

A jolly group of students join Mr. Rogge to enjoy Math Club.

Math Club Beneficial

Matt Osburn and Todd Adamson listen as Mr. Rogge explains math concepts.

By Chris Hempel Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

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Although Math Club is a modest group, in number, students interested in math find it beneficial in many areas, both in school and in just having fun.

Math Club meets twice a month after school and each meeting is based on a specific topic, ranging from taking tests to solving a Rubiks Cube.

This year, Math Club sponsored a cribbage match, including 40 participants.

Both students and teachers were involved. Some other activities included working the concession stand for football games, selling posters and sponsoring math contests.

In Math Club, members learn how to save time on tests and understand word problems. Every year, Math Club sponsors the National Math Exam. Members also participate in the ATPAC test.

Results are then compared nationally.

Math Club is designed for students who have an interest in math. Present members agree that the club gives them a chance to develop logic and understand problems students may encounter in the future.

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Mike Brehm helps Tim Ahlschwede with a challenging problem.

Alain Epp enjoys Math Club.

Gerry Beltz enjoys figuring out ways to improve his math skills.

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What a bunch of awsome senior guys!

Something's Happening!

By Angie Folkers Senior Section Editor The '86 ROCKET

A major change happens to all seniors. We begin to feel more mature and as if things are falling into place. All the little things that mattered one or two years back seem funny to us now.

In our sophomore year, we all are somewhat shy. For example, it's very hard to show spirit at a pep rally when the juniors and seniors are booing everything you try to do or say. Sophomores will always be the class at the bottom and the class that takes the most ridicule.

As time goes by and we go one step closer to the "Big Class" the shyness goes away and the confidence starts to come back that we all had once in our freshman year of junior high. When we are juniors, there is still some slack from the senior class. Kind of like second in line is good, but not as good as first.

Finally, we reach our senior year and full confidence is regained. Spirit appears in everything we do. Some seniors study harder to prepare for college. Some show more enthusiasm at sporting events than they did in the previous years, and everyone develops a bond with everyone else. There is definitely a strong bond between members of the class of '86.

During the three years that we have had to grow with each other we've had the chance to make new friends and develop new ties. Special things happen between friends that we will remember for the rest of our lives.

We enter our senior year thinking, "This can't be true, I'm going to graduate!" Then it hits. We remember all the good friends of the past and start to think about all the fun time we used to have. Thinking of the friends and good times puts us in touch with reality. Time is passing and we may never see some of these friends again. So, in realizing this, we get in touch with some of these friends and reminisce about the old times.

For those of you who can't wait to be a senior, think about the reason. These years will always be cherished in years to come, so make the best of them and have the best times of your life. You will be glad you did.

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Ackerman, Audrey Ahlschwede, Stephanie Aldrich, Alan Aldrich, Dixie Allen, Geoffrey Alles, LeeAnn Almery, Dan Althouse. Cami

Bahl, Brenda Bair, Shane Baker, Dawn Bankson, Allen Bankson, Scott Barry, Sandra Bartels, Stan Beam, Shannon

Beans, Michael Becker, Sandra Beckman, Jeffrey Bell, Stephanie Bender, Patricia Bennett, Joseph Bennett, Stacey Bernt, Brian

Bierbaum, Randy Bills, Shannon Doah Blair, Charles Blankenship, Rosey Bond, Kyle Booher, Shelley Borchers, Roger Bousselot, Michael

Bouwens, Shawn Broman, Kenneth Brown, Jennifer Brophy,Tony Buchanan, Tracy Budler, Michael Burtch, Emily Buss, Rey

Callahan, Christopher Campbell, Curtis Cao, Them Carmody, Dawn Carr, Rebecca Case, Eric Cave, Stefanie Cecava, Brian

Cederdahl, Jay Ceraolo, Anthony Chapelle, Jeffrey Chapman, Chad Chelgren, Tammy Christensen, Janet Chuda, Buffie Cline, Michaele

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Colon Charles Coonde, Daniel Coons, John Craig, Crysta!

Cramer, Carri

Crawford, Tommy Curtis, Cathleen Damian, Angela Darling, Bradley Davis, Michael

Derowitsch, Mark DeWitt, Amy Dey, Ronald Dickey, Scott Dillon, Kristine

Divis, Renee Dlouhy, Ted Donahoo, Karen Donaldson, Lori Drake, Randy

Drozda, Diane Duensing, Julie Durden, Jodie Eberhardt, Jesse Egger, Soni

Eiland, Christopher Elliott, Brent Enders, Craig Engel, Denise Ernst, Holly

Fisher, Bryan Folkers, Angela Fournier, Sharon Fountain, Jeffrey Frahm, Rhonda

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Francisco, Lorianna Fritchie, Leigh Frohn, Jeffery Fuhrer, Michael Fusco, Karin

Gartzke, Deborah Gawrick, Keith Giles, Daniel Gillis, Timothy Goeschel, Laura

Teresa Truksa and Rhonda Frahm chat a little in between classes.

Decorating adds pizazz to a usually dull locker.

Gould, Kelly Grafelman, Carla Gray, Glenda Graybill, Marcella Grieser, Darla

Griess, Jason Griffiths, Jodie Gropp, Robbi Gropp, Robert Guilliatt, Robin

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Hall, Ronda Hamill, Christine Hansen, Dale Hansen, Debra Hansen, Jill

Hansen, Richard Hansen, Steven Hanus, Kathryn Hayes, Terry Heidemann, John

Heiser, Terri Heiser, Ty Heitman, Sean Helget, Amy Hempel, Christine

Henderson,Shannon Hendricks, Mitchel Hendrickson, Julie Henricksen, Charlotte Henke,Todd

Kelli Horky, Julie Rahe, Pam Woodward, and Beth Montgomery will remember their senior year forever.

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Brian Reed takes a break after a long hard school day.

Herel, James Herman, Carrie Hitz, Trisha Hoerle, Tammy Holt, Lynda

Holzhey, Charles Hoose, Gerald Hopkins, Alicia Horky, Kelli Howard, Kimberly

Howell, Michelle Inness, Dawn Jacobsen, Thomas James, Kevin Jensen,Trudy

Johnson, Brian Johnson, Jay Jones, Michelle Jording, Rebecca Kacirek, Karen

Kassebaum, Brian Kempston, Jana Kennedy, Melissa Kersten, Karin Keyser, Kelly

Kimmen, Nancy Kirkpatrick, Richard Kloke, Mark Kloke, Michael Knox, Tracey

Knudsen, Brent Kost, Melissa Kruse, Mark Kurtz, Jennifer Kuta, Julie

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Lambert, Jonathan Lamphear, Douglas Landkamer, Casey Lanham, Scott Lantz-Smith, Janelle

Larson, Christopher Lawrence, Penny Lawson, Gregory Lewis, Joleen Lionberger, Daniel

Logan, Christina Loos, Jimmie Ludwig, John Lutes, Mary Lyman, Larry

Machacek, Rodney Machado, John Maddox, Robert Magree, Karin Mandery, Mark

Martin, Brian Martin, Chadwick Martin, Jerome Martin, Timothy Mason, Stephanie

May, Deborah Mayfield, Bradley Mayfield, Michelle McDonald, Michael McManus, John

Mero, Ramona Merritt, Lindy Mielke, Janet Miller, Stephanie Mills, Mark

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Trisha Hitz, Terri Robinson and Stacey Bennett spend their free time in the library:

Caps and gowns were ordered in January for graduation in May.

Mobley, Karin Montgomery, Elizabeth Moore, Leann Morgan, Vicki Morningstar, Jerry

Munson, Robert Murkle, DeAnn Murphy, David Murray, Francine Murray, Julie

Neeld, Marci N eiswanger, Kelly Nelson, Sharon Ness, Patricia Nguy en, Lan Hoang

Nguy en, Phu Van Nichols, Heather Nielson, Eric Nitz, Rebecca Oreskovich, Kevin

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Decisions, Decisions!

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By Angie Folkers

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There comes a time in life when we all decide whether or not to further our education.

That time is basically our senior year of high school.

Questions come to mind that were never there before. Where should I attend college? What field should I go into? Even, do I want to go to college?

It's hard to make this big decision and every senior has to deal with it. Usually, if a student plans to attend college, he or she takes courses in high school to prepare for it. For example, academic courses such as Composition, Literature, Chemistry, Physics, Pre Cale. and Calculus , and even Computer courses become necessities for seniors. It's quite a challenge for the student to accomplish his or her goals in education.

Orthengren, Toby Osbon, Darryl Ostrand, Teri Peate, Craig Peralez, Kenneth

Perkins, Christie Peterson, Chad Peterson, Eric Peterson, Sandy Pierson, Anna

Pollard, Angela Prai, Robert Prey, Jodi Price, Ronald Quackenbush,John

Rada, Paul Rahe, Julie Rahrs, Jeffrey Rakow, Jeri Rea, Angie

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Rediger, Scott Redling, Brenda Reed, Brian Reynolds, David Reynolds, Shelly

Reznicek, Dawn Rice, James Richardson, Jody Riege, Gregory Riley, Thomas

Rising, Brad Robinson, Theresa Rockemann, Wanda Roemmich, Douglas Rogers, Melissa

Rogers, Sandra Rogge, Robert Rogge, Ronald Rosecrans, Jana Ross, Patty

Ross, Tracy Sabin, Patrick Sacks, David Sampson, Bradley Sandau, Jeffrey

Sarringar, Julie Sayer, Linda Schlicker, Serena Schlosser, Lenora Scholl, Melody

Scott, Michelle Searle, Steven Shaw, Richard Siefker, William Simmons, Traci

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Singleton, Stephen Sipherd, David Skaggs, Paula Skala, Rodney Skov, Anthony

Smith, Gregory Smith, Lisa Smith, Valerie Spale, Shannon Speer, Christine

Starke!, David Stilwell, Barry Strauss, Stephen Strouf, Jacqueline Stuefer, Katherine

Swanson, Darrin Swanson, Lisa Thelen, Lisa Thompson, Angela Thompson, Angela

Thorngate, Scott Toomey, Cary Tripe, Pamela Truax, Michael Truksa, Teresa

Turek, Tammy Unverferth, Kevin Vacha, Michelle Van Zandt, Ann Vergith, Stephanie

Vetter, Marcie Vleck, Brian Wagner, Nancy Waldo, Amy Walker, Darin

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Walker, James Wallick, Kathryn Walsh, Brenda Warner, Terry Wattjes, David

Wattnem, Tami Weathermon, Lisa Webel, Gregory Weber, Michael Wehrmeister, Colette

Werner, Shirley White, Troy Whitehurst, Alicia Wicken, Kelly Wiebe, Danelle

Wiegert, Shelley Williams, Faith Williams, Gregory Woodman, Nicole Woods, Michael

Woodshank, John Woodward, Pamela Wright, Christi Wright, Rhonda Wright, Russell

Wrightsman, Kristy York, Patrick Yost, Michelle Younger, Toni Zager, Janel

Zimmerman, Deborah Zweerink, Daryl Passehl, Michael Siegl, Daniel Mason, Mark

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Senior Summaries B Barry, Sandra K.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Girls Tennis 10, 11, 12, Varsity Girls Tennis Letter, FBLA 10, 11, 12 Bierbaum, Randy L.: Honor Roll-I semester Bouwens, Shawn M.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Reserve Basketball 11, Sophomore Basketball 10 Brophy, Tony: Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter Burlier, Mike W.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Boys Track 10, 11 , 12, Cross Country 12, Varsity Cross Country Letter, Marching Band 10, 11 , 12, Symphonic Band 10, 11 , 12, Band Letter, Math Club 12 Burtch, Emily K.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Marching Band 11, Concert Band 11 , Star Strutter 12 Buss, Rey S.: Concert Choir 11, 12, Meistersingers 12, Chambersingers 12, National Forensics League 11

C Carr, Rebecca E.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Varsity Volleyball 12, Reserve Volleyball 10, 11, Varsity Volleyball Letter, Sophomore Basketball 10, International Club 11 , 12 Case, Eric S.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Varsity Bseball 12, Reserve Baseball 10, 11, Varsity Baseball Letter, Marching Band 10 Cassner, Monty L.: Sophomore Football 10, ROCKET ad staff 11 , 12 Cederdahl, Jay R.: Boys Tennis 10, Boys Track 12, Concert Choir 12, FFA 10, 11, 12

DeWitt, Amy M.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Chambersingers 12, Star Strutter 12, May Day nominee 10, 11 Divis, Renee S.: Honor Roll-2 semesters, Sophomore Basketball 10, Concert Choir 11, 12, Triple Trio 12, Choir Council, Vocal Music Letter, Star Strutter 12, Student Council 10, Homecoming 1st attendant 12, May Day attendant 10 Duensing, Julie A.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Marching Band 10, 11 , 12, Stage Band 10, 11, 12, Orchestra 12, Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Band Letter, Drum Major Letter, All-State Band, All-State Jazz Band, Wesleyan Honor Band 11, 12, Triple Trio 11, 12, FBLA 11

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Ernst, Holly D.: Sophomore Volleyball 10, Girls Track 10, 11, 12, Varsity Girls Track Letter (2), Varsity Cheerleader 12, Varsity Cheerleader Letter

F Folkers, Angie L.: Varsity Cheerleader 12, Varsity Cheerleader Letter, Pep Club 12, ROCKET staff 12, International Club 11, Spotlight 10 Fournier, Sharon E.: Honor Roll-2 semesters, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Concert Choir 11, 12, Meistersingers 11, 12, Choir Council, Vocal Music Letter (2), Star Strutter 11 Frahm, Rhonda Kylene: H on or Roll-5 semesters, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Girls Tennis 10, 11 , 12, Varsity Girls Tennis Letter, FBLA 12, International Club 12, Northeastern staff 10, 11, 12 (Editor 12) Frohn, Jeff A.: Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Varsity Baseball 12, Reserve Baseball 11, Sophomore Baseball 10, Varsity Baseball Letter

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Chapelle, Jeff L.: Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Reserve Baseball 10, 11

Gawrick, Keith R.: Varsity Football 10, 11 , 12, Reserve Football 10, Varsity Football Letter (3), Sophomore Basketball 10, Varsity Baseball 11, 12, Varsity Baseball Letter (2), May Day attendant 11

Chuda, Buffie A.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, Sophomore Volleyball 10, FFA 10, 11, 12, Pep Club 10

Grafelman, Carla B.: Honor _Roll-5 semesters, Girls Tennis 10, 11, 12, Triple Trio 12, FBLA 10, 11, 12

Colon, Charles F.: Honor Roll-5 semesters·, Cornhusker Boys State participant, Optimist International Outstanding High School Youth Award, Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Sophomore Basketball 10, Varsity Baseball 10, 11, 12, Varsity Baseball Letter (3), N-Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Homecoming 2nd attendant 12, May Day attendant 10, All-State Baseball, Nebraska All-Star Baseball Team, All-Conference Baseball, All-City Baseball Curtis, Cathy E.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Sophomore Basketball 10, Meistersingers 11, 12, Varsity Cheerleader 12, Varsity Cheerleader Letter, Homecoming candidate 12, May Day attendant 11

D Damian, Angie M.: Sophomore Basketball 10, Varsity Cheerleader 12, Reserve Cheerleader 11, Varsity Cheerleader Letter, Pep Club 10, 11, 12, Pep Club Letter

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Grieser, Darla S.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Cornhusker Girls State alternate, Who's Who Among American High School Students, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Reserve Basketball 10, 11, Girls Track 10, 11 , 12, Varsity Girls Track Letter, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Stage Band 11, 12, Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Harvest of Harmony Queen-Northeast Band, Band Letter, Triple Trio 11, 12, Vocal Music Letter, Varsity Cheerleader 12, Varsity Cheerleader Letter, Candlelight committee 11

H Hansen, Debra S.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Concert Choir 11, 12, Chambersingers 12, Horizons 11, 12, Vocal Music Letter Hansen, Richard B.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Boys Track 10, 11, 12, Varsity Boys Track Letter, Cross Country 10, 11, 12, Varsity Cross Country Letter, Speech/ Debate 11, 12, Student Council 12, Math Club 10, 11, 12 Hanus, Katie J.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Girls Tennis 10, 11, Horizons 11, 12, FBLA 10, 11, 12

Hempel, Chris S.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, Reserve 'Volleyball 10, 11, Varsity Basketball 12, Reserve Basketball 10, 11 , Varsity Basketball Letter, ROCKET staff 12 Hendricks, Mitchel L: Honor Roll-2 semesters , Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, ROCKET photographer 11 , 12, Northeastern photographer 11 Hendricksen, Julie R.: Honor Roll-5 semesters , Reserve Basketball 10, Orchestra 10, 11, 12, "So uth Pacific" (orchestra), " No No Nanette" (orchestra), Lincoln Youth Symphony 10, 11 , 12 (Senior representative 12), AllState Orchestra 11, 12, NCTE nominee, Orchestra Key (2), Orchestra Letter (3) Hitz, Trisha A.: Sophomore Volleyball 10, Sophomore Basketball 10, Girls Swimming 11, Varsity Girls Swimming Letter, Baseball Student Manager Letter (2), Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Candlelight committee 11, Miller & Paine Hi-visor Holt, Lynda G.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, Girls Swimming 10, 11, Varsity Girls Swimming Letter (2), Girls Track 10, 11, 12, Varsity Girls Track Letter (3), Marching Band 10, 11 , Concert Band 10, 11, Concert Choir 11, 12, Meistersingers 12, Swing Choir 11, 12, Chambersingers 11, "To Have, To Hold," " No No Nanette," All-State Choir, Vocal Music Letter (2) Horky, Kelli A.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Varsity Volleyball 11, 12, Reserve Volleyball 10, Varsity Volleyball Letter (2), Varsity Basketball 10, 11 , 12, Varsity Basketball Letter (3), Baseball Student Manager Letter (2), Marching Band 10, Concert Band 10 Howard, Kim K.: Honor Roll-2 semesters, Concert Choir 11 , 12, Triple Trio 12, Choir Council, " No No Nanette," " Bye-Bye Birdie," Vocal Music Letter, Star Strutter 11 , 12, Student Council 10, Homecoming candidate 12, May Day attendant 11 Howell, Michelle C.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Student Congress Senator 10, 11 , 12, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Stage Band 10, 11, 12, Orchestra 10, 11, Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Band Letter, Orchestra Letter, Swing Choir 11, 12, Chambersingers 12, Vocal Music Letter, Speech 10, 11 , 12, National Forensics League Degree of Distinction, Math Club 10, 11, 12, " Dark Side of the Moon ," "GTA," "The Great Sebastians," " Done to Death," "Baby with the Bathwater," "Rhinocerous"

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Jacobsen, Tom: Honor Roll-5 semesters, National Merit Semi-finalist, Speech/ Debate 10, 11 James, Kimberly J.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Concert Choir 12, Horizons 11, 12, Vocal Music Letter, FBLA 12, Pep Club 10 Johnson, Jay W.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Cornhusker Boys State participant, Varsity Basketball 11, 12, Reserve Basketball 10, Varsity Basketball Letter (2), Boys Tennis 10, 11, 12, Varsity Boys Tennis Letter Jones, Michelle M.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Nebraska Wesleyan Presidents Scholarship, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Reserve Cheerleader 11, Pep Club 11, Student Council 10, Candlelight Committee 11 Jording, Rebecca A.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Sophomore Basketball 10, Girls Track 10, 11, Cross Country Student Manager Letter, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Symphonic Band 11, 12, Band Letter

K Kacirek, Karen M.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Who 's Who Among American High School Students, Star Strutter 12, Pep Club 10, Student Council 10, 11 Kassebaum, Brian: Sophomore Football 10, Boys Track 10 Kennedy, Melissa L.: Honor Roll-5 semesters , Girls Gymnastics 10, 11, Varsity Girls Gymnastics Letter, Girls Track 10, 11 , Varsity Cheerleader 12, Varsity Cheerleader Letter Kirkpatrick, Rich L.: Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11 , Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Boys Golf 10

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Larson, Chris E.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Marching Band 10, Concert Band 10 Loos, Jim: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Stage Band 10, 11 , 12, Orchestra 11 , 12, Concert Band 10, Symphonic Band 11 , 12, Band Letter (3), Orchestra Letter (2)

M Mandery, Mark A.: Boys Track 10, Concert Choir 11, 12, Chambersingers 12, Vocal Music Letter, ROCKET staff 12

N Neeld, Marci L.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Varsity Cheerleader 12, Reserve Cheerleader 11, Varsity Cheerleader Letter, Pep Club 10, 11, 12, Pep Club Letter, Student Council 10 Nguy en, Lan H.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, International Club 11 , 12 Nichols, Heather L.: Honor Roll-5 semesters , Concert Choir 11 , 12 Nielsen, Eric J.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Sophomore Basketball 10, Boys Tennis 10, 11, 12, Varsity Boys Tennis Letter, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Stage Band 10, 11, 12, Concert Band 10, 11 , 12, Band Letter (2)

p Perkins, Christie A.: Marching Band 11 , 12, Concert Band 11, Symphonic Band 12, Concert Choir 11, 12, Pep Club 10, Student Council 10 Petersen, Chad R.: Sophomore Football 10, Sophomore Basketball 10, Boys Golf 11, 12, Varsity Boys Golf Letter, Cross Country 12, Fellowship of Christian Athletes

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Martin, Jerome S.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Boys Swimming 10, 11, 12, Varsity Swimming Letter (3), Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Con cert Band 10, 11 , 12, Band Letter, Student Council 11, 12, Student Council Letter

Rahe, Julie A.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Varsity Volleyball 12, Reserve Volleyball 10, 11 , Varsity Volleyball Letter, Reserve Basketball 10, 11 , Girls Track 10, 11, 12, Varsity Girls Track Letter, Concert Ch oir 11 , 12, Triple Trio 11, 12, Ch am beringers 11, " No No Nanette, " "Bye-Bye Birdie," Vocal Music Letter, Homecoming candidate 12, May Day attendant 11

Mason , Mark D.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Sophomore Football 10, Reserve Basketball 10, 11 , Sophomore Basketball 10, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Stage Band 10, 11, 12, Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Band Letter (3), All-State Band, AllCity Jazz Band (2 years), All-City Band

Robinson, Theresa M.: Honor Roll-2 semesters, Concert Choir 12, Swing Choir 12, Chambersingers 11 , Choir Council , "To Have, To Hold ," Star Strutter 11 , 12 (Junior Representative 11 , Captain 12), Homecoming 2nd attendant 12, Miller & Paine Hi-visor

May, Deborah S.: Horizons 11 , 12, Vocal Music Letter , FBLA 12

Rogers, Melissa S.: Honor Roll-2 semesters, Horizons 12, FBLA 11, 12

Mayfield, Brad L.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter , Reserve Baseball 10, 11 , Marching Band 10, 11, Concert Band 10, 11 , Meistersingers 11 , 12, Chambersingers 11, Vocal Music Letter, Homecoming Host 12, May Day attendant 10

Rogge, Ronald D.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, National Merit Semi-finalist, Academic Letter, Boys Track 12, Cross Country 11, 12, Varsity Cross Co untry Letter, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Stage Band 11 , 12, Symphonic Band 10, 11 , 12, Band Letter

Mielke, Janet L.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, Marching Band 10, 11 , 12, Orchestra 11 , 12, Concert Band 10, Symphonic Band 11, 12, Band Letter Miller, Stephanie A.: Concert Choir 11, 12, Swing Choir 11 , 12, Chambersingers 11 , 12, "Dark of the Moon ," "Twelve Dreams," " To Have, To Hold," " No No Nanette," Vocal Music Letter, Pep Club 10, Speech/ Debate 10, Homecoming candidate 12, Turnabout nominee 10, Candlelight com mittee 11 (Head hostess) Mills, Mark D.: Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11, Wrestling 11, 12 Montgomery, Elizabeth A.: Honor Roll-3 semesters , Varsity Volleyball 11 , 12, Reserve Volleyball 10, Varsity Volleyball Letter (2), Varsity Basketball 10, 11 , 12, Varsity Basketball Letter (3), Girls Track, Varsity Girls Track Letter (3), Fellowship of Christian Athletes Munson, Robert B.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 11 , Sophomore Football 10, Varsity Football Letter, Boys Track 10, 11, 12, Math Club 10, 11, 12, Student Council 10, 11 , 12 (Treasurer 11, Vice-president 12)

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Sabin, Patrick J.: Sophomore Football 10, Football Student Ma nager Letter, Varsity Baseball 11, 12, Reserve Baseball 10, Varsity Baseball Letter, All-Conference Baseball, AllCity Baseball, May Day attendant 11 Sayer, Linda A.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Concert Choir 12, Horizons 11 , 12, Vocal Music Letter, FBLA 12 Scott, Michelle R.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, FBLA 12 Searle, Steven A.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Cornhusker Boys State participant, Who's Who Among American High School Students, Reserve Basketball 11, Sophomore Basketball 10, Varsity Baseball 11, 12, Reserve Baseball 10, Varsity Baseball Letter, May Day attendant 11 Shaw, Rick: Hon or Roll-2 semesters , Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 10, 11, Varsity Football Letter, Boys 1\·ack 10, 12, Marching Band 10, RO CKET sports staff (S ports editor 12), Northeastern sports staff 11 , 12, May Day attendant 11

Singleton, Stephen T.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Concert Band 10, 11 , 12, Band Letter (2) Smith, Valerie M.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, Cross Country 10, 11, 12 (team captain-3 years ), Varsity Cross Co untry Letter (3), Reserve Basketball 11, Sophomore Basketball 10, Girls Track 10, 11, 12, Varsity Girls Track Letter (2), Marching Band 10, Orchestra 11 , 12, Concert Band 10, 11 , 12, Band Letter, Sertoma Club Award Winner for Cross Country (3) Swanson, Darrin L.: Honor Roll-4 semesters , Boys Swimming 11 , 12, Varsity Boys Swimming Letter, Sophomore Baseball 10, Boys Tennis 10, Concert Choir 11 , 12, Meistersingers 11, 12, Swing Choir 11 , 12, Vocal Music Letter, "The Great Sebastians," " Done to Death," "Rhinocerous"

T Thompson, Lyn C.: Honor Roll-3 semesters, Marching Band 10, 11, Concert Band 10, 11, Concert Choir 11, 12, Chambersingers 11, 12, " To Have, To Hold, " Vocal Music Letter, Star Strutter 12, Candlelight committee 11 Tripe, Pamela C.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Sophomore Basketball 10, Horizons 11, FBLA 12 Truksa, Teresa L.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Academic Letter, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Sophomore Basketball 10, International Club 11, 12

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Walker, James A.: Varsity Football 11 , 12, Reserve Football 10, Varsity Football Letter (2), Reserve Basketball 10, 11, Boys Track 10, 11 , 12, Varsity Boys Track Letter Wattjes, Dave A.: Varsity Basketball 11 , 12, Reserve Basketball 10, Varsity Basketball Letter (2) , Football Student Manager Letter, FFA 10 Webel, Gregory W.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Trapshooting 10: 11, 12 (President-3 years), Reserve Football 11 , Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Band Letter, Northeastern s ports staff 11 , 12 Wehrmeister, Colette M.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Sophomore Volleyball 10, Sophomore Basketball 10, Marching Band 10, Con- . cert Band 10, Star Strutter 11, 12 Whitehurst, Alicia A.: Honor Roll-1 semester, Marching Band 10, 11, 12, Concert Band 10, 11, 12, Band Letter Wicken, Kelly M.: Concert Choir 11 , 12, "No No Nanette, " FFA 10, 11 Woodshank, John: Honor Roll-2 semesters, Varsity Football 12, Reserve Football 10, 11, Homecoming candidate 12 Woodward, Pamela S.: Honor Roll-4 semesters, Varsity Volleyball 10, 11, 12, Varsity Volleyball Letter (3), Varsity Basketball 10, 11, 12, Varsity Basketball Letter (3), Girls Track 10, Varsity Girls Track Letter, Homecoming Hostess 12. May Day attendant 11

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Zager, Janel R.: Honor Roll-5 semesters, Student Congress Senator 10, Marching Band 10, 11, Concert Band 10, 11, Band Letter, Concert Choir 12, Meistersingers 11, 12, All-State Vocal 12, Speech / Debate 10, Spotlight 10, "The Great Sebastians," " Dark Side of the Moon ," "South Pacific" Editor's note: F 1ve is the maximum number of semesters listed since summaries were taken before the beginning of the second semester of 1985-86.

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Alder, Tina Allsman, Sherry

Alpers, Suzi Andersen, Troy

Anderson, Jeff Anderson, Mark Pam Gross takes careful aim at a ROCKET photographer.

Applebee, Travis Argue, Hannah Bachman, Jay Bailey, Amy Bailey, Scott Baker, Dirk

Bales, Tim Barnett, Jeff Bassett, John Baumann, Lori Baus, Wendy Beck, Michelle

Beckler, Bryana Beckler, Dyana Beebe, Kim Beem, Chris Behrens, Paula Beltz, Gerry

Biggs, Ryan Bixenmann, Julie Blakely, Cleve Bock, Kelly Boelter, Tom Borgmann, Danny . I

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Borman, Jenni Borreson, Tracy Boston, Leah Boward, Tony Bradley, Michelle Brannin, David

Bringelson, Carin Britton, Cindy Broderick, Sean Brown, Debra Brox, Tim Bruns, Alan

Buchanan, Lynette Buell, Matt Bui, Elizabeth Bui, Tuan Buresh, Lonnie Burianek, Rick

Burt, Marc Busch, Jeff Buss, Steve Butts, Brenda · Calfee, Todd Caraway, Julie

Carlson, Linda Carter, Jeremy

Cavanaugh, Lorraine Cerny, Andrea

Cerny, Rian Champoux, Dennis

Christle, Mike Clapp, Dave

Greg Zinniel shares a tender moment with his pepperoni and extra cheese pizza.

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Cline, Melinda Clark, D. J. Coble, Rana Cochran, Dawn Cockrill, Stacy Coffman, Stacey

Cole, Scott Collins, Troy Coolidge, Vonda Coonce, Bruce Coonrod, Clint Daharsh, Mike

Dale, Sarah Daniels, Elizabeth Danielson, Dayna Davis, Bryan Davis, John Davis, Scott

Deboer, Sean Decker, Diane Delancey, Lori Dettmer, Christy Dewey, Amy Dey, Rick

Dightman, Greg Dill, Barb Dirks, Larry Donahoo, Carol Donahoo, Ken Draper, Jim

Duerr, Eric Dukes, Janelle Duncan, Bill Duntz, Ed · Durst, Kim Dvorak, Larry

Eckman, Steve Eggerling, James Elfring, Jennifer Ellis, Amy Epp, Alain Eppens, Steve

Ernst, Jim Fabry, Soni Farwell, Kim Finch, Dina Fisher, Tracy Flagel, Rachelle

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Fletcher, Cory Flink, Angela Flynn, Shane Folden, Chad Frazer, Jackie Freeman, J orene

Freeman, Shane Frerichs, Jarrod Fritter, Shana Gaffney, Heather Garner, Mark Garrow, Tammy

• K evin Mc R eynolds is hav ing trouble adjusting his " Captain V ideo" glasses.

Gaston, Michelle Gelinne, Karla Gillette, Jennifer Gilroy, Tracy Gonzalez, Annette Gould, Sunny

Graff, Jason Gray, Karen Grigsby, Jason Groothuis, Karri Gross, Pam Haas, Michelle

Hahn, Jaimi Hall, Bruce Hall, Greg Hall, Jim Hamersma, Todd Hansen, Christine

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Hansen, Natalie Hansen, Traci Hanshew, Doug Hardesty, Pat Hartung, Becky Hartung, Clint

Hartung, Randy Hauptmeier, Clint Heinsigner, Rodney Helmers, Brian Henke,Kenny Henrichson, Terri

Hergert, Layne Higer, Dawn Heuer, Marissa Hill, Erick Hillary, Kristine Hoage, Doug

Hoang, Dung Hoegemeyer, Phil

Holy, Erik Houser, Michelle

Hovland, Steve Howard, Sabrina "Three's Company" for Traci Minnick, Amy Moravec, and Brad Rising.

Howard, Willie Hubka,Shelly Hudson, Cammy Jacobsen, Lori Jeppson, Becky Jiskra, Gary

Johnson, Gina Johnson, Rod Johnson, Theresa Jones, Darin Jones, David Jordal, Lori / __J

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Judds, Pamela Jurgens, Cory Karle, Stephanie Kasi, Bill Kaup, Christy Kelly, Mike

Kennell, Lee Kennett, Shawn King, Mike Kline, Kevin Knittle, Mike Koch, Jim

Koch, Lisa Koch, Stephen Koester, Eric Kruger,Jenny Kuhlman, Troy Kumpost, Kerri

Labelle, Sherri Lacey, Shawn Landkamer, Daniel Larchick, Jon Larson, Carol Lauver, Steve

Leiting, Tami Leybold, Karla Lind, Kathy Linderman, Tina Lionberger, Amy Lipskey, Scott

Lollman, Laurie Lott, Sheila Love, Jeff Lovell, Megan Lubben, Jim Lynn, Jenni

Lyon, Mark Makovicka, Shane Marsh, Richard Martaus, Nicole Martin, Arien Martison, Chris

Masters, Brian Masters, Lara Masters, Troy Mattingly, Dana Mau, Jennifer McCloskey, Ron

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McConkey,Todd McCormick, Jon McDiffett. Patti

McGinnis, Wade McKay, Dawn McKinney, Lisa

McMahill, Dan McMaster, Laurie McReynolds, Kevin A true non-conformist, Rick Shafer decides to slide to class instead of walking.

Mertz, Dawn Michaud, Troy Miller, Cindy Miller, Susan Minnick, Traci Moeller, Chip

Mohlman, Monica Moravec, Amy Moya, Scott Moyer, Kevin Muff, Darla Murphy, Trish

Musil, Frank Neal, J oEllen Neujahr, Shelly Nielsen, Keri Noe, Sheryl Noris, Brad

Northway, Richard Novak,Shelly Nutzman, Amie Obiaga, Chinelo O'Brien, Connie Oehm, Mike

Olsen, Candi Osburn, Matt Oum, Samath Owens, Ashley Owens, Linda Palik, Teresa

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Patak, Kevin Pavey, Amy Pearl, James Pearson, Rod Peet, Terri Peralez, Michelle

Peterson, Mike Peterson, Theresa Phillips, Jeff Pickard, Phil Plantz, Steven Pollard, Rod

Pol_lema, Valerie Potter, Roxanne Pratt, Doug Prososki, Steve Rains, Dirk Randall,Sean

Rasmussen, Sheila Rathe, Vicki Ravins, Denise Reed, Don Reikofski, Shelly Reints, Ron

Rekte, Kevin Renick, Scott Richardson, Brad Ridpath, Pat Rigby, Jeff Riha; Brenda

Riha, Sandi Rinke, Kim Ripley, Mike Rivers, Kelly Robertson, Bill Robinson, Spencer

Rockemann, Mark Roeber, Kelli Roesler, Becky Rogers, Amy Rogers, Burnadette Rogman, Joe

Rohan, Courtney Rose, Missy Rosen, Jeff Ross, Kristen Roth, Rick Russell, Jerry

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Rutt, Bill Rutt, John Sailors, Anissa Sayer, Melissa Skaggs, David Schaffer, Todd

Scheinost, Carla Scheinost, Carol Sch el by, Suzy Schilke, Jamie Schilke, Jerry Schlect, Kristina Schmohr, John Schneider, Brett Schneider, Teresa Schwartz, Danielle Schwichtenberg, Susie Scott, Lenny

Scott, Tracey Sell, Carrie Settles, Lauri Shafer, Rick Shaw, Doyt Shaw, Sam

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Sheridan, Louie Sheridan, Matt Sherman, Mike Shields, Steve Siefker, Rob

Sills, Dan Simons, Gena Sis, Joe Skinner, Cliti Skoda, Brenda Slagle, Debbie

Slips, Todd Smith, Casey

Smith, Diane Snook, Robin

Dawn Mertz and Wendi Baus flash their "pearly whites,, for the camera.

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Spale, Michelle Spencer, Lorrie Sphon, Krist Stake, Melissa Standley, Shane Star, Todd

Stoppel, Terry Street, Sean Stuchl, Kenneth Sullivan, Lisa Sullivan, Mike Svoboda, Wendy

Swisher, Shawn Swoboda, Shari Tejral, Linda Thomas, Joe Thompson, Jeff Thomsen, Kris

Thomsen, Lori Tindle, Cori Tipton, Chris

Tompkin, Mary Trauernicht, Lana Trouba, Carla

Tumbleson, Lisa Turek, Jeff Turner, Kim

Juniors Becky Hartung and Jill Williams enjoy themselves at a Northeast basketball game.

Juniors strive to be seniors

By Karen Wixson Editor The '86 ROCKET

Being a junior was not an easy task.

Along with the five required classes per semester, the typical junior crammed still two more electives into an already busy schedule, meaning seven and a half hours or more in class.

The general idea was to "get ahead" on the overall accumulation of credits toward their senior year. However, even with this hectic schedule, the 150 credits needed for graduation often times seemed a long way off.

Classes such as composition, .chemistry, and algebra were among the most feared courses taken by juniors, since classes such as these were necessary for admittance into college.

College. A rather obsolete thought during the sophomore year, the idea of which college to attend became commonplace for many juniors.

Along with these worries, many juniors became ill at ease when the prospect of taking the PSAT, SAT, or ACT became a reality. These tests often times were the determining factor in deciding whether or not a student would receive a scholar-

ship. Because of this, attempts at studying for such tests became a typical thing for the junior.

While not always a "barrel of fun," the junior year in high school did have its finer moments that we will all remember, even after the halls of Northeast are only a vague memory in the back of our minds.

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Upton, Shelly Van Ackern, Tammy Vang, Dennis

Vasquez, Allen Vculek, Dan Vejraska, Jeremy

Vokolek, D.J. Vrana, Deanna Wachter, Stephanie

Waldo, Debbie Walker, Barb Ware, David It's not true that Tracy Borreson will be a future Playboy bunny. However, Halloween night found her in this costume at Seacrest Field.

Ware, Rodney Warren, Rhonda Watkins, Bret Watson, Stacy Way, Jeff Weber, Kusuma

Welch, Cassie Weskamp, Chris Whisenhunt, Chanda White, Kevin White, Trish Whitten, Lara

Right: "OUCH, that hurt!!" says Barb Walker after a minor injury to the head.

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Wiegert, Mark Wiese, Paul

Will, Kelly Williams, Jill

Williams, Joan Williams, Mary

Williams, Michelle Williams, Tanya

Wills, Sue Wilson, Michelle

Mr. Campbell's Pre-Cale class assists Dave Svehla with his homt?work.

Windels, Kerry Windels, Mike Wixson, Karen

Wood, Rob Wood, William Woolhiser, Jacki Worm, Kari Wurm, Jam.es

Wrasse, Julie Yant, Ade Zager, Scott Zillig, Kevin Zinniel, Greg Zweerink, Michelle

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Sophomores share another exciting moment during that first year of high school.

Entering the Zone

By Chris Hempel Staff Member The '86 ROCKET

Once upon a time there were 394 innocent students, totally unaware of what was to become of them as they entered the Rocket Zone.

We call these students sophomores. Alias sophies, 10th graders, and various other titles.

Since every high school student is fortunate enough to be a sophomore, this year in the life of most stµdents is a memorable year.

During this year, a sophomore is liable to run into opportunities ranging from buying elevator tickets from upperclassmen to being booed at the pep rallies.

Many sophomores find their first year in high school a very exciting experience. Many enjoy the new freedoms they are allowed like open campus. More classes give students more opportunities to explore different areas. It's a big change from junior high .

Many sophomores have a different view of high school. They find it hard to adapt to the new pressures. Teachers begin to prepare students for future destinations, such as college, family life or the business world.

On a whole, though, being a sophomore is a good experience and a rewarding one.

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Abbott, Shawn Adams, Todd Addelman, Melissa Afuh, Judith Ahlman, Christopher Ahlschwede, Thomas Allen, Jamie Allen, Sherrie Allensworth, Jeffrey Allsman, Monty Almery, Susan Anderson, Lara Attenberger, David Bahr, Stacy Bailey, Dale Balas, Stephen Barrett, Brian Bauer, Kimberly Beahr, Katherine Beck, Michelle Behrens, Amy Berry, Kim Bennett, David Bernt, Duane Bevard, Naomi Bice, Delbert Bodfield, Michael Bokelman, Kala Bonnett, Theresa Borkowski, Joanne Borrell, Jay Bouwens, Jennifer Bouwens, Tamara Boyd, Michael Bozak, Bridget Brehm, Michael Brennfoerder, Jill Brewster, Kristine Brittenham, Michael Brodecky, Louise Brokofsky, Teri Brown, Danny Brown, Melanie Brown, Timothy Brunow, Jim Buchanan, Kelly Buck, Garrett Buckmaster, Wendy Bui, Oanh Buresh, Michelle Burianek, Ricky Burianek, Tamara Burkey, Mark Carbon, Heidi Card, Christopher Carlson, Jennifer Carr, Diann Casburn, Paul Case, Dale Catt, Jacqueline Cebaolos, Ruben Chaloupka, Susan Chick, Aileen Cink, Dustin Cobb, Cassandra Cobb, Tami Cole, Jodean Collins, Dawn Collins, Kelly Collins, Tammy Condello, Jason Conrad, Rex Converse, George Copeland, Tanja Cornell, Lloyd Coulter, Billie Cox, Derek Craig, Matthew Craig, Michael Crandell, J ennifa

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Criswell, Cayleen Crocker, Anngee Cronk, Larry Crosier, Theresa Curtis, Brian Curtis, Carrie DeBrie, Scott Dennis, Darcy Densberger,Cindy Dietrich, Angela Dill, Theresa Dillow, Jacques Divis, Lorie Domingo, Bradley Donovan, Andrew Downs, Lucinda Drake, Dean Drake,Joan Duerr, Jennifer Dyer, Candy Eastep, Jay Eberhardt, Gerald Edgecombe, Lisa Edwards, Amy Egger, John Eiland, Garrett Eischeid, Stephanie Elliott, James Eloge, Thomas Engelhart, Stacey Ersch, Michael Eschenbrenner, Wade Faust, Eric Fauth, Nicole Fazel, Nicole Flagel, Randall Flaherty , Jacqueline Fotinos, Shawn Frain, Jennifer French, Mark Friebel, Michael Fritchie, Mitchell Frohn, Diane Fryrear, Lance Gannon, Scott Gerdes, Jeffrey Gibbons, Harriet Gilliland, Brad Gleason, Renee Gocke, Michelle

Lorie Divis and Troy Manning smile for the camera.

Hald, Alan Hamill, Dennis Hansen, Jim Hansen, Jody Hansson, Gary Harbers, Kimberly Harig, Jeffrey Harner, Michelle Harpham, Brian Harris, Janet Hart, Michelle Haugen, Kimberly Hays, Jeffrey Helmstadter, Daniel Helter, Darin Hennington, Angela Henry, Mark Hillis, Jeffrey Hindera, Scott Hines, Brenton

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Goodban, Mark Gordon, David Graff, Amy Graham, Melissa Gray, Gene Gray,Shannon Gropp, Jonnie Grosshans, Kimberly

Heather Schrock gets caught in the act of blowing a bubble.

Carrie Curtis discusses a topic.

Ron Wittler and Dean Drake sit back and relax as they enjoy their sophomore year.

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Hoang,Lan Hoelk, Kenneth Hoffman, Todd Holle, Kevin Holy, Lisa Huber, Christopher Huffman, Vernon Hulbert, Brenton Hunt, David Jackson, Jeffrey Jacox, Travis James, Jennifer James, Richard Jenkins, Scott Jipp, Lesa Johnson, Nathaniel Johnson, Patricia Jones, Kerri Jones, Scott Jordan, Amy Jurgens,Jacqualyn Jurgens, Richard Justus, Katherine Kacirek, Thomas Kant, Robert Kaufman, David Kavan, Ryan Kehm, Nickole Kelso, Codie Kendall, Kelli Kent, Dennis Kinney, Christopher Kinnison, Zandra Kliment, Melissa Kloke, Cindy Knudson, Heather Koertje , Patrick Kolb, Keri Kometscher, Todd Kortus, Thomas Kost, Julie Kreycik, Beth Kroon, Douglas Kubes, Barbara Kugler, Shanna Landis, Matthew Landkamer, Kellie Lantz, James III Larson, James Lawson, Nicco Lederer, Matthew Lengel, Stanley Lenhoff, Christopher Lesoing, Daniel Leybold, Christopher Litt, Dawn Long, Michael Ludwig, Lane Ludwig, Shane Lutz, Amy Lyman, Gregory Mahoney, John Manley, Weldon Manning, Troy Martaus, Penny Mason, Eric Matthews, Michelle McConkey, Jeffrey McFarland, Nicole McKie, Patrick McLain, Todd McNeese, Cynthia Mericle, Tammy Merritt, Brian Mertes, Kimberly Meyers, Jennifer Michaelson, Elaine Miller, Darin Mitchell, Tina Moeller, Gordon

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Pat McKie winds down after a tough sophomore day.

Lyn Schwindt enjoys a good laugh.

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Sophomore Lisa Ude shows why she is definitely one of Northeast's most unique students, as she exhibits the punk style.

Heidi Carbon is a bit unsure of her date.

Angie Hunnington and Brad Gilliand are the biologists of the future.

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Mouiz, Lori Mook, Kelly Morehead, Rodney Motis, Kristi Moyer, Brian Mundall, Tyler Muniz, Nancy Munn, Carrie Murphy, James Murray, Joni Myers, Trent Neal, Marcus Nelson, Shana Newman, James Nguy en, Thy Hoang Nguyen, Xuan Dao Niemeyer, Steven Nissen, James Nobbman, Gerald Noe, Suzanne Noha, Robert Oakley, Victoria Obrecht, Kali Ochsner, T.J. Olsen, Aaron Owen, Christopher Owens, Dawn Owens, Shannon Palmer, Marcia Parker, Jeffrey Parrott, Todd Paulson, John Peacock, Dwayne Perkins, Jennifer Perkins, Kindra Perry, Bobbette Persinger, Lori Peterson, Charla Phillips, Dave Pierce, Brian Pierce, Cory Pierson, Rebekah Pitches, Shari Plumb, Troy Plummer, Tamara Poole, Becky Powell, Lori Prososki, Kimberly Prue, Charles Purcell, Brian Quintana, Cruz Rabago, Stephanie Ramos, Michael Randall, Jeffrey Rankin, Lance Ream, Melissa Riggs, Shane Ring, Tamara

1'heresa Dill phones home.

Rivers, Cheri Roether, Michelle Rook, Catherine Rowe, Ryan Rumfelt, David Salmen, Kenneth Saltzman, Richard Sanley, Brian Savage, Christy Schaub, Stewart Scheel, Paul Schiermann, Christopher Schilke, Jeffrey Schleiger, Willard Schlosser, Lance Schmale, Alisa Schnell, Karey Schoeppner,Troy Schomaker, Laura Schriner, Micheile

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Rod Vosler finds time to lounge in the library .

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Kris Brewster exemplifies the image of a good student as she actually spends time studying in study center.

Carrie Curtis, Kali Obrecht, Kerri Jones, Lisa Benidict and Xuan Dao Nguyen participate in a discussion circle.

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Schrock, Heather Schwindt, Lyn Seng, Phillip Sherman, Steven Shortridge, Robby Shriner, Wayne Siebe, Carol Siefker, Dennis Siefker, Gena Simons, Laura Simpson, Michael Singleton, Jana Sipes, Carrie Slechta, Marta Small Bear, Monica Smid, Roxanne Smith, Richard Smith, Wendy Snook, Jennifer Snyder, Timothy Soflin, Kathleen Sovereign, Craig Spicha, Laura Spidel, Shannon Spitser, Kirsten Squires, Stacy Starke!, Jacob Steele, Kris Stephens, Scott Stuchl, Shannon ·stuefer, Connie Sutton, Sheila Swartz, Jeffrey Swisher, Fawn Taylor, William Teachman, Teresa Thelen, Marsha Tillberg, Randi Trambly, Josh Triplette, Asa Tubach, Christian Tucker, Nicole Tuttle, Vicki Ude, Lisa Urban, Tracy . VanCleaf, Jessica VanAmerongen, Gerald Varga, Jason Varrati, John Voorhies, Harmony Vosler, Tina Walek, Andrea Walter, Daniel Walton, Daniel Warkow, Shari Warner, Larry Warner, Nicole Wenzl, Curtis West, Janelle Westling, Vicki Whisenhunt, Derek White, Kimberly White, Michelle Whitehurst, Amy Williams, Jonie Williams, Kenneth Williams, Lisa Williams, Tracy Wilson, Jennifer Winningar, Laurie Winningham, Samantha Wittler, Ronald Wobig, David Wofl, Kimberly Worm, Jennifer Wright, Michael Wylie, Joan Zoller, Amy

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The following students did not have their picture taken for the 1986 ROCKET, or a photo was submitted beyond the deadline for publication.

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Seniors Applebee, James Arenas, Antonio Bailey, James Berks, Daniel Bischof, Michael Blake, Jeffrey Brown, Douglas Burkey, Michael Cain, Eric Campbell, Curtis Chaloupka, Kenny Cochran, Michael Condello, Craig Cunning, David Dakan, Bruce Delisle, Angela Dinges, John Jay Dinh, Coi Dormer, Delmer Dowse, Denise Dreier, Frank Drews, Andy Early, Robert Egger, Samantha Erickson , Mark Farrell, Donald Fleck, Marcus Foley, Michael Foster, Joe Friel, Jeff Gates, Diane Gossard, Bobbie Hansen , Dale Hart, Michael Hartshorn , Angela Harvey, Jane Helter, Jason Howell, Catherine Hudson , Jay Jensen, Jeffrey Jinright, Stacy Jurgens, Kevin Kadavy , Robert Kirk, Tammy Kline, Kandi Klinker, David Lacey, Douglas Laundreaux, Stephanie Lawson, Gregory Lee, Robert Lingard , Lynnette Loos, Jodi Ludwig, Josie Mara, Steve Mituro, Dorota Mohr, Michael Moritz , Aletha Morrison , Timothy Mothershed , Ted Munn, Margaret Myers, Raymond Nieman, Todd Oenbring, Christina Peterson , Jeffrey Phillips , Timothy Rangel , Alvero Ridolfi-Hudson, Amy

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Rutt, Debra Schreiber, Donald Sehnert, Sean Selters, Gordon Skaggs, Robert Skov, Anthony Smith, Clinton Smith, Douglas Smith, Lori Stahlman, Patrik Stewart, Paul Stewart, Robert Sumner, David Taylor, Jeffrey Tubbs, Jennifer Varga, Christopher Vasquez, Valerie Verbeek, Julie Ward, Tammy Williamsen, Michele Wilson, Randy Wylie, Patrick

Juniors Akeson, Gregory Allen, Wendy Ballou, Barbara Beebe, Kelly Belknap, Vernon Bradshaw, Terence Burt, Michael Campbell , Gary Casey, Angela Corning, Jennifer Daniels, Angela Davis, Brian Scott Dean, Jodie Duntz, Edward Durst, Kimberly Dvorak , Larry Estrada, Gregory Flink, Angela Folsom, Jeffrey Frerichs, Jarrod Geister, Gerald Gilleland, Tanya Hoang , Phuong Dung Thi Hoegemeyer, Phil Holy, Erik Hovland , Steve Howard , Sabrina Hubbard , Michael Kennedy, Gregory Lebo , James Lebsack , Scott Olson , Michael Perkins , Lance Reubenking, William Rogers, Angela Rogers, Dessa Schreiner, Stacey Shonerd, Jay Smith, Marilyn Spidel, Barbara Stitt, Timothy Tingley, Steven Wenzl , Brett Wilson, Kelley

Sophomores Anderson, Lara Azadi, Barman Cockerham, Christina Diggs, Valerie Durst, John Ehlers, David Frain, Michael Gerken, Cory Gould, Andrew Hassenplug, Sally Helmstadter, Scott Kastner, Brian Logan, Jessica Martinez, Marvlyn Monroe, Tammy Ogburn, Scott Pietrowski, Peter Plummer, Richard Rank , Brian Rippe, Michael Rogers , Jerrod Rolenc, Robert Seefus, Robert Smith, Robert Van Meer, Cheri Wallick, Karen ~ 1 Wenzl, Michael ~~ Wright, Robert

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Jenni Mau gets caught off guard by the camera.

Rocket gridders successful early Ii

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor

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Despite some early success, the Northeast varsity football team finished on a losing note with a 4-5 record.

The Rockets started their roller-coaster season with a fluke loss to North Platte.

Northeast was in position to win the game, leading 10-7 with North Platte facing a fourth~down-and-11 situation on its own 23-yard line with 32 seconds to go in the game.

Miraculously, a tipped pass resulted in a 77-yard touchdown for the Bulldogs and handed the Rockets a season-opening loss.

Northeast rebounded from the loss , however, and Coach Bob Els' squad then won three straight games. The Rockets riding high, and were rated as high as sixth in the Class A polls.

The first win came against highly-regarded Lincoln High. Northeast's stingy defense highlighted the game, as the Rockets claimed a 7-0 victory. Defense also took the spotlight against Fremont.

Despite an early Tiger lead, Northeast came back on the strength of quarterback Dave Svehla's passing, and finished with a 13-7 win.

" I thought we should have won the game bymore points. We really seemed to dominate on both sides of the line, " Svehla said.

Northeast then enjoyed a romp over Council Bluffs AL, 40-14. Running backs Lonnie Buresh and D.J. Vokolek rushed for a combined total of 180 yards.

The Rockets climbed in the ratings after their 3-1 start, but that changed suddenly when Northeast went into a three game tailspin. A close loss to Grand Island, followed by tough setbacks to city foes Southeast and E a st, removed most hopes of a state playoff berth.

The Rockets kept a winning season · goal alive when they edged Beatrice 1412, but a heartbreaking 16-14 loss to Bellevue West ended that goal.

After the season, veteran coach Els resigned his football coaching position.

Reserve coach Bill Story also announced he was ending his coaching career. The news came as a surprise to many, and most players responded with regret. " Mr. Els is a good coach. He helped me and others throughout our football careers ," commented senior Keith Gawrick.

1985 Varsity Football Team. Top Row (l. to r.) Willie Perkins, Dan McManus, D.J. Vokolek, Bill Duncan, Jeff Frohn, Keith Gawrick, Jason Griess, Ted Mothershed, Shawn Swisher, Dave Svehla, James Walker, Shawn Bouwens, Mike Peterson, Danny Berks. Middle Row: Head Trainer Bruce Fischbach, Assistant Coach Dan Cook, Tony Brophy, Mark Mills, Jeff Chapelle, Kevin James, Brian Vlcek, Charlie Colon, Ray Meyer, Rich Kirkpatrick, Greg Riege, Tracy Ross, Rick Shaw, John Woodshank, Bill Triplette, Head Coach Bob Els, Assistant Coach Bruce Reed. Front Row: Dirk Rains, Bob Munson, Pat Ridpath, Brad Mayfield, Bob Gropp, Alan Reed, John Coons, Steve Strauss, Lonnie Buresh, Tom Riley, Mike Woods, Eric Case, Mike Fuhrer, Ty Heiser, Assistant Trainer Brad Darling.

During a time out, Coach Bob Els discusses strategy with Shawn Bouwens (88) and Bill Triplette. After a successful 16-year coaching career at Northeast, Els resigned following the 1985 season.

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Senior punter J e ff Chapelle concentrates on his kicking form as he punts out of Northeast territory .

Ty Heiser sprints out to run a pass pattern. Heiser grabbed 14 passes for 222 yards in 1985.

Senior running back Danny Berks does his part in making the reverse play work. Berks was second on the season rushing charts, gaining 207 yards.

Charlie Colon stands to be recognized, as did all of the senior football players during their final home game.

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Senior Mike Fuhrer practices on explosiveness and blocking technique as he hits the sled during a summer practice. Summer practices included two weeks of two-a-days. Each practice lasted about two hours.

Quarterback Dave Svehla guides his team while running the option. The Rocket ground game garnered 1,077 yards during the 1985 season.

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Mike Woods prepares himself to defend against the upcoming play. Woods, a linebacker, was credited with a season total of 46 total tackles.

The Rocket football team gets into its traditional circle be{ore the start of the second half.

N o rtheast used this time to stretch, as well as to get their thoughts together for the final two quarters.

Senior Keith Gawrick looks to run the ball after making a reception. In addition to offense, Gawrick was one of the city's top defensive players from his end position. ·

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Dave Svehla (7) rolls out to pass while Danny Berks (20) runs up to help block. Svehla passed for a Northeast single-season record of 1,014 yards.

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Quarterback Sam Shaw attempts to shake loose from defenders as his teammates look for someone to block.

Reserves win Two over Links

By Darryl Osbon Sports Staff The '86 ROCKET

The Rocket reserve football team finished an up and down season with a 3-5 mark. The season was marked with inconsistency.

The reserves had a tough time getting started until a 21-6 win over Lincoln High. Junior quarterback Sam Shaw fired three touchdown passes against the Links, while Larry Warner rushed for more than 100 yards. The defense also aided in the win, limiting the Links to just one touchdown.

After losing two straight games, the squad came through with another win ove:r Lincoln High. The second contest went into overtime and completed a rare sweep of the Links.

Northeast knocked off Beatrice in the next-to-last game of the season, setting up a possible .500 season with a win in the final game against Grand Island.

Those hopes were spoiled, however, when the Islanders handed the Rockets their fifth setback.

Season leaders included Shaw, who passed for over 700 yards, and running back Ron McCloskey, who gained over 400 yards and rushed for four touchdowns.

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Reserve captains Paul Guilliams (66) and Jon Larchick (30) make their way to midfield · for the pre-game coint toss.

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Quarterback Sam Shaw prepares to pitch out to running back Jeff Thompson as the Rocket reserves display their potent option attack.

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Fremont ... . . . ... .. ......... 21 East ......... . .. . ..... . ...... 35 Lincoln High .......... . ..... 6 Milford Varsity ............. 41 Southeast .................... 6 Lincoln High (OT) ...... . .. 13 Beatrice ... . ...... .. .. . ...... . 7 Grand Island (OT) ... . ..... 21

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Reserve Coach Bill Story looks on as his team attempts to score in a night game at Beechner Field. Story announced after the season that he was resigning from his coaching duties at Northe ast.

Reserve Football Team. Back Row (l. to r.): Clint Hauptmeier, Mark Garner, Erick Hill, Jim Lubben, Nate Johnson, Brian Rank, Sam Shaw, Steve Bozak, Rick Marsh, Sean Broderick, Steve Buss, Jay Bachman. Middle Row: Coach Bill Story, Student Manager Spencer Robinson, Layne Hergert, Larry Warner, Pat Guilliams, Jim Wurm, Ken Donahoo, Jon McCormick, Jerry Russell, Dan Vculek, Student Manager Greg Dightman, Assistant Coach Scott Reed. Front Row: Pat Hardesty, Dominic Sumner, David Jones, Shawn Kennett, Jon Larchick, Ron McCloskey, Kevin Kline, Tony Boward, Brian Helmers, Jeff Thompson, Jeff Love, Steve Eppens, Shane Makovicka.

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Varr a tti leads Sophs to 4-3

By Darryl Osbon Sports Sta{f The '86 ROCKET

Despite losing some close games, the 1985 sophomore football squad finished the season with a 4-3 record, much improved from a 0-7 mark the previous season.

A come-from-behind victory over Papillion, in the first game of the season, gave indications that the sophs were not going to be a team that gave up easily.

Quarterback John Varratti sparked the offense to the opening game win. Varratti, who sparkled during the season on offense, scored on a two yard run, then threw a touchdown pass to Dean Drake in the fourth period for the game-winner.

Northeast then lost to Lincoln High, 86, despite strong performances on defense by many players.

After rolling over Nebraska City's reserves, 26-6, and nipping East 22-20, the sophomores then faced a rematch against Lincoln High. The Links were undefeated entering the game.

Northeast played tough again against the Links, but ended the season with a 16-6 loss. Mistakes and turnovers were key factors in the setback.

Running back Pat Koertje searches for a hole but finds a defender in his face.

1985 Sophomore Football Team. Back Row (l. tor.): Marcus Neal, Scott Jones, Dan Walton, Dan Lesoing, Dean Drake, Jim Murphy, Paul Scheel, Jody Hansen, Mike Craig, Tom Kortus, Jerry Nobbman, Mike Wright, Dave Attenberger, Garrett Eiland. Middle Row: Coach Phil Gaines, Jeff Harig, Jeff Parker, Mike Boyd, Jim Hansen, Louie Lantz, Dale Bailey, Dennis Hamill, John Egger, Rick Smith, Brad Domingo, Josh Trambly, Mike Bodfield, Coach Mark Hickson. Front Row: Mitchell Fritchie, Monty Allsman, Brian Purcell, Pat Koertje, Gary Hansson, Robbie Shortridge, Mick Long, Kelly Collins, John Varratti, Lance Schlosser, Brian Harpham, Mike Ersch, UNL Volunteer Coach Barry Greenberg. Not Pictured: Dave Bennett, Brenton Hines.

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Coach Mark Hickson, who steadil. guided the team through the season.

Sophomore quarterback John Varratti hands off to running back Lance Schlosser, who looks for an opening in the line.

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One of the key factors to the sophomore's success was quarterback John Varratti.

Varratti breaks this run for a long gain, iand he was also an excellent vasser throughout the season.

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Loss to East ends title hopes

By Rick Shaw & Darryl Osbon Sports Editor & Sta/f Member The '86 ROCKET

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The Northeast varsity spikers went into the 1985 season with a number one pre-season ranking, and high hopes of repeating as state champions.

The goal of being state champs for the second straight year was shattered in the quarter-finals of the state tournament.

But, the team put that disappointment behind them as they looked back on the great amount of success that has long been a part of Northeast volleyball teams.

Coach Sandi Genrich's squad posted a 8-1 dual, non-tournament record, with impressive wins over East, Lincoln High, and Beatrice.

In tournament action , Northeast's confidence showed as a win over Millard South wrapped up the River City Classic title. The Rockets defeated South, 15-9, 18-16.

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Cornhusker Classic. Northeast finished the tourney with a 5-1 record, losing only to Omaha Westside.

In the Northeast Invitational, the Rockets overpowered all three of their opponents to win that tournament. A loss to East during the regular season and another loss to the Spartans in the Greater Nebraska Tournament were two low points for Northeast.

In the district tournament, Northeast downed Beatrice, then bombed East. The win over East should have given the Rockets some needed confidence, as they again met their old nemesis in the state tourney.

However, East avenged the district loss by defeating Northeast in the state tourney. " We just weren't as ready to play as we should have been," commented Beth Montgomery.

Montgomery's assessment of the final East loss was probably accurate, although the Spartans did go on to capture the state title.

Senior Pam Woodward hustles to bump the ball and keep it in play.

Junior Shelly Novak and sophomore Andee Walek reach high to block a spike by an opponent.

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Beth Montgomery, part of a strong senior group on the volleyball team, reaches high for a spike against Southeast at the Knight's gym.

A left-hander, Montgomery showed good consistency on her serves.

Montgomery and Novak were two reasons why Northeast was able to put up a strong blocking defense against many opponents.

The spikers discuss winning strategy in the huddle during the district tournament.

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Julie Rahe gets in set position to bump the ball as teammate Kelli Horky gets ready to assist.

Beth Montgomery extends her arms as she makes an effort to bump the ball over the net.

Pam Gross and Julie Rahe show tough defense as they attempt to block a spike from their opponents.

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Varsity Volleyball Team. Front Row: (l. to r.) Julie Rahe, Traci Han~en, Pam Gross, Becka Carr, Pam Woodward, Kelli Horky, Shelly Novak. Back Row: UNL Student Coach Rachel Dority, Jenni Mau, Andee Walek, Beth Montgomery, Vicki Rathe, Amy Bailey, Coach Sandi Genrich.

Scoreboard Dual Record (8-1) NE 15 Southeast . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. . ~ .. . 5 15 .. . . . . .. .. . . ... .. . . . .... . . .. . . . . . 4 NE 15 Beatrice .. . .... . . .. . . . .. . . . ... 9 15 . . ... .... ..... .. ... .. . . .. .. . . . . . 11 NE 15 Bellevue East . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. 6 15 ... . . . ... . .. .. .. . .... . .. . . . . .. . . 13 NE 12 Lincoln High .. . . . . ... . . .. . . 15 11 ... . . .. . . .. . .. .. .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 15 NE 15 Fremont . . .. .. . . .. . ... ... .. . . 4 15 .... . . . . . . .. . .. ... .. . ... . . . . .. . . . 7 NE 15 Grand Island .. . . . . .... . . ... 13 15 . .. ... . . ... ... . .. .. . . .. .. . . ... . . 12 NE 16 East .. .. . .. . . . ... . ... . . . . . ... 14 14 ... . . . ... . .. . . .. ... . .. . . . . . .. . .. 16 15 . . .. .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . ... . .. .. . . . .. 10 NE 15 Beatrice . .. . .. .. . ... . . . . . ..... 9 11 .. ... . ....... . . . . . ... . .. . . . .. . . . 15 15 .. .. . . . .. .. . . . . .. . . .. .. . . . . . ... . . 4 N E 15 East . ... . . . . ... . . . .. . .. . .... .. 6 15 .. .. . . . . . .... . . . . . ..... ... ... .... 8 Tournaments

S en ior K e lli Horky put s a hard sp ike do w n on de f enders as Pam Woodw a rd looks on .

Junio r setter J e nni Mau goes h igh in the air to bring down a spike.

River City Classic Finish: 1st N E 15 Omaha Burke .... . . .. . ... . . .. 8 15 . . . ... ... . . . . .. . . . .. . . . .... .... .. 3 N E 15 Bellevue East .. . .. . . ... ... . . . 8 15 . . . . . . . .. .. . .. . ... . .. . . . . . .. .. ... 6 N E 15 Omaha Westside . ... . . ... . . . . 5 15 ... .. .... . ...... ....... . . . . . .. . . . 9 NE 15 Millard South .. . . .·.. . ... ... .. 9 18 . . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .... . .... ... . . ... 16 Cornhusker Classic Finish: N E 7 Beatrice . .... . .. . . . . .. .. . . . .. 15 15 ........... . ....... . . . . . . . ... .. . . 2 15 . . . ....... .. ... . .. . . .. . . .. ...... . 6 NE 11 Omaha Westside . . .... . .. .. . 15 15 . .. . . . . . .. .. .. ...... .. ... . . . ... . . 8 14 .. . ... . . . .... . . . . ... . . . . .. . .... . 16 NE 1 E ast . . . . . . . . .. . . ..... . .... . . . 15 16 . . . . . .. .. .. . .. . . .... . . . . ... . ... . 14 15 . .. . . . .. . .. .. .. ... . .. . ... . . . . . .. 13 NE 16 Omaha Marian ... . . . . . . . . .. 14 11 . . .. . . .. . . : . . .... .... . . . . . . .. .. . 15 15 ...... .. . .. ........ . . ... ... .. .. . 10 NE 15 Southeast . . ... ... .... . . . . . .. . 4 15 .. .. . . . . . ...... ... . .. . . . .. . .. . . . 11 Northeast Invitational Finish: 1st NE 15 Norfolk .. . . ... ...... .. . . .... 11 15 . . . ... . . ...... . .. . ....... . ... . . . 11 NE 17 Omaha Marian . . . ... ... . . . . 15 15 . . . .. . . . . . .... . .. . .. . ... . .. . .. .. 12 NE 15 Millard South . ... . . . . . ... . . . . 9 15 . .... . . .. . . .. . . . . .... .. . .. . . .. . . . 3 LPS Tournament Finish: 2nd NE 15 Southeast . ... . . ........ . .. .. . 3 15 .. . . .... . . ........... . . .·. .. .. . .. . 9 NE 16 East . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. ... . . . . . 14 12 . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .. . ... 15 11 ..... . . . .. . .. . .. . . .. . ... . . . . . .. . 15 Greater Nebraska Conference Finish: 2nd NE 15 Southeast . . . . . . . . . .. . .... .... 1 15 .. . . ... . .. . ... . . . . .. .. . .. . . . . . .. . 3 NE 13 Lincoln High . . . . . . .. . .... . . 15 15 .... .. . . . .. .... . . .. .... .. .. .. . . . 10 15 ... .. ... .. ...... . .. .. .. . . . . . . . . .. 3 NE 8 East . . .... ... . ..... . .. . .. .. . . 15 3 . . . .. .. . ... .... ... . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 15 A-1 District Finish: 1st NE 15 Beatrice .. . .. .. . . . .. . . . ... ... . 9 11 . .... . . ... . ......... . .. ... . . . .. . 15 15 ...... . .. . . . . . .. .... . . . . . .. . . .. .. 4 NE 15 East .... . . . ... . .... .... . . .. . .. 6 15 . . .. . . .. . . ... . ... ... ... . . . .. . .. .. 8 State Finish: Defeated In 1st Round NE 13 East . . .. . . . . .. . . . ... . . ... .. .. 15 17 . ... . . ... ... .. . .. .. ... . .. . .. . .. . 15 11 . ... .. . . . . . .. .. . . . .. . ..... . . . . . . 15

Setting the ball, Amy Bailey tries to set up a kill spike for a t eammate.

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Reserve spikers End season 5-3

By Rick Shaw '86 ROCKET Sports Editor

The reserve volleyball players enjoyed a winning season in 1984, finishing with a 5-3 record. The squad captured first place at the Lincoln Public Schools Tournament.

Success came early in the season, as the reserve spikers jumped out to a 4-1 record. Consistency with ball control and serving was a prime reason for the fine play.

"I really don't remember us every playing bad," Tammy Bouwens commented.

"Our biggest strength was consistency."

Except for a few minor letdowns against Omaha Gross and Grand Island, the reserve spikers continued their winning ways.

"Our record showed our capabilities, and should mean a successful future for Northeast volleyball," Becky Roesler said.

The LPS tourney highlighted the season as the Rockets defeated city rivals East and Southeast for the title.

The reserves huddle together to discuss strategy and get a break during a time out.

Stacy Engelhart serves the ball during an early season game. The Rocket reserves were 100% in their serves three times during the season.

Stacy Engelhart bumps the ball as Traci Hansen (3) and Becky Roesler look on.

Roesler was one of three juniors on a sophomore-dominated reserve team.

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1984 Reserve Volleyball Team. Front Row (l. to r.): Cindy Kloke, Laurie McMaster, Traci Hansen, Aileen Chick, Michelle Matthews, Melinda Cline.

Back Row: Stacy Engelbart, Elaine Michaelson, Carol Siebe, Tammy Bouwens, Jackie Frazer, Becky Roesler, Coach Brenda Ward.

Becky Roesler is offered words of encouragement by Laurie McMaster as she prepares to check in to the game. The reserves counted on strength from the hench during the season.

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Sophomore Aileen Chick (17) returns a serve as Becky Roesler (11) and Melinda Cline (4) prepare to help.

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Sophomores Inconsistent

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

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The sophomore volleyball team battled inconsistent play as well as a tough schedule during the 1985 season. Although the sophs failed to win a match in 11 attempts, experience was gained for the future.

Because many talented sophomore players were moved up to the reserve and varsity teams, the remaining girls were asked to give it their best.

Heidi Carbon, Lyn Schwindt and Kris Brewster all played key roles for the spikers.

"Heidi was probably our best server, and Lyn our best setter. But, overall, our team strength was the serve," Brewster explained.

That strength wasn't enough to overcome other weaknesses in various phaser of the game.

In a season where highlights were few, the sophs were 100% in their serves against Beatrice.

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Tammy Plummer (12) jumps high to block a shot as Marsha Thelen is ready to help.

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Jennifer Wilson places herself in the proper stance as she prepares to- receive a serve.

1984 Sophomore Volleyball Team. Front Row (l. to r.): Lyn Schwindt, Jeni Bouwens, Shelly Hart, Angie Dietrich, Kris Brewster, Heidi Carbon. Back Row: Marsha Thelen, Nikki Warner, Michelle Beck, Tammy Plummer, Jennifer Wilson, Coach Deb Headley. Not Pictured: Suzy Noe.

Marsha Thelen attempts a serve. Thelen, and the rest of the sophomores tried to be consistent with their serving throughout the season.

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Suzy Noe concentrates on her bumping technique as she returns a serve. Noe was a

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Slow Starting Rockets Finish Season 5-5

By Darryl Osbon '86 ROCKET Sports Staff

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The Northeast varsity tennis team struggled in 1985, but still managed a 5-5 regular season dual record.

The netters got off to a slow start, losing their first three meets, and placing low in the Fremont Invitational. But, a strong effort brought the Rockets their first win, a 8-1 decision over Beatrice.

The Beatrice win started a string of successful outings.

Northeast defeated East, 6-3, and the confidence factor grew.

Looking forward to the Lincoln High · meet , Northeast responded with a 7-2 win.

Northeast's winning string grew to five in a row, but just when momentum was important, before the state meet, the Rockets ran into some roadblocks. A 15th place finish at the state meet was one place better than last season.

A key to this season's success was the improved play from many members of the team . "The top five players improved the most," Dave Sacks said.

The doubles team of Sacks and Jay Johnson showed marked improvement from one year ago. " Last year, at times, Dave and I didn't play together like a team," Johnson said. "This year, I feel like we're playing more as a unit.''

The team did improve this year, even though the record may not show a great deal of improvement.

"Fundamentally, the team is a lot better, plus we have good depth, " Sacks explained. "A good coach helped us improve on the things we knew and many we didn 't know."

Sacks was referring to coach Jim Rathe, who returned to guide the Rockets after a three-year absence from coaching.

Working on his form, senior Jay Johnson was was an intense performer for the Rockets. Johnson was part of the No. 1 doubles team, and No. 4 singles.

Ted Dloughy practices his return. Dloughy alternated at the No. 1 singles spot with Shane Bair.

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1985 Tennis Team. Back Row (l. tor.): Coach Jim Rathe, T.J. Ochsner, Brian Cecava, Ted Dloughy, Eric Nielson, Jay Johnson, Shane Bair, Dave Sacks.

Front Row: Brian Curtis, Jeff Rigby, Alan Hald, Scott Jenkins, Lance Fryrear, Chris Martison, Duane Bernt. Not Pictured: D.J. Clark.

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Varsity tennis coach Jim Rathe looks over his lineup be{ore a tennis match.

Senior Eric Nielson is quick on his toes as he returns a serve.

Showing his technique, Ted Dloughy keeps the volley going. Dloughy, seeded first throughout the season, was a consistent performer for the Rockets.

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'NE 1 Fremont ..................... 8 NE 2 East .......................... 6 NE O Southeast . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. 9 NE 1 Grand Island ... . ... . .. . ... . . 8 Fremont Inv. 8/9 ...... . ....... 9 Pts. NE 8 Beatrice . . ...... . ............. 1 NE 6 East . . ..... . . . ... . .... . ....... 3 NE 7 Lincoln High .. . ............. 2 NE 6 Hastings .. .. . . ..... . .... ... .. 3 NE 6 Lincoln High ....... . .... . .. . 3 NE 2 Norfolk ..... . ............ . . . . 7 LPS 3/ 4 . . ..... . ... . ..... ... .... 4 Pts. Greater Neb. 5/6 ........ . ..... 5 Pts. State 15/22 ...... .. .. ... . ... . .. 8 Pts.

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Junior Pat Diaz performs a difficult routine on the pommel horse. The pommel horse was an event the Rocket boys used to garner a lot of points.

Junior Tracy Gilroy displays the balance and concentration that gymnastics involves. Gilroy was called upon to provide leadership on an inexperienced team.

Little experience Lots of talent

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

The Northeast boys and girls gymnastics squad might have been short on experience, but the Rockets made up for that with excellent talent. Both teams enjoyed one of the most successful seasons in recent history.

Dennis Champoux led the boys team to a second place finish in the state meet.

Champoux garnered All-City recognition in two events, and finished third in the state all-around competition.

"Our success is a tribute to our practice habits. We really practiced hard," Champoux said.

Rueben Ceballos, just a sophomore, also gained All-City honors, and was a consistent performer for the Rockets.

The girls team came up just short of the boys ' state finish. Led by Michelle Shriner, the young squad capped off a fine season with a third place finish at the state meet.

Shriner was an All-City performer, and like most other team members, is looking forward to the 1986-87 season.

"Our team accomplished a lot this year," Shriner said. " Next year should be just as good."

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Junior Dennis Champoux performs a routine on the parallel bars. Champoux showed his ability in the state meet, garnering a third place finish in the all-around. He was named to the All-City team.

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Scoreboard Boys Art Harris Inv. . ...... 2/7 ...... . 135.2 NE 138. 75 Grand Island . .. .. ... 98.55 NE 135.15 North Platte . .... . 114.50 NE 139.55 Southeast .. . ..... ... 89. 75 NE 138.20 Ralston ..... . ....... . 97 .55 Millard So. Inv .. ... 12/16 . .. . . .. 99.20 NE 141.05 East . . ... .. . ......... 80.10 Greater Nebr. Conf. .. 2/6 ... .. 139.80 NE 143.35 Lincoln High . . . .. . 149. 70 District .... . . . ...... ... 2/6 . .... 146.20 State .. . ........... . . .. 2/8 . . ... 294.55 Girls

Michelle Shriner concentrates on balance and technique in the balance beam. Shriner's best event was the vault, and she was named to the All-City team in the event.

Triangular (Beatrice, G.I., LNE) LNE 136.55, B 96.65, G.I. 94.15 0. Northwest Inv ... .. 2/8 ..... 133.70 NE 137.75 North Platte ...... 112.35 Triangular (Kearney, Southeast, LNE) LNE 138. 70, K 126. 70, SE 128.50 NE 140.30 Ralston ........... ... 86.95 Millard So. Inv . ... . 11/16 . . . . . 109.85 NE 140.60 East . . . . .. . .... ... . 142.75 Greater Nebr. Conf. .. 6/8 ..... 120.30 NE 136.85 Lincoln High . ..... 132.50 District ... ........ . .... 2/8 . .... 141.75 State .................. 3/8 ... . . 284.60

Boys Gymnastics Team. Front Row (l. tor.): Dennis Siefker, Mike Frain, Rueben Ceballos, Andy Donovan. Back Row: Assistant Coach John Chmelka, Dave Sipherd, Pat Diaz, Dennis Champoux, Head Coach Vicki Johnson.

Girls Gymnastics Team. Front Row (l. tor.): Tracy Gilroy, Amy Dewey, Carol Larsen, Kristen Ross. Middle Row: Elizabeth Bui, Melissa McGrew, Brenda Thienel, Traci Anania. Back Row: Head Coach Vicki Johnson Dyana Beckler, Michelle Shriner, Tammy Mericle, Michelle Houser, Bry ana Beckler, Assistant Coach Annette Madigan.

Junior Carol Larsen displays her flexibility on the balance beam. Larsen helped provide leadership on a team that contained no seniors.

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Boys NWU Inv .... . .. .. . 10th . -1-. 282 pts.

2/3 East, York, LNE .. . .. . . .... 33 3/3 Fremont, LSE, LNE .. . ... . . 85 Scott Inv . ..... . .... 12th ......... 353 NE 15 Beatrice ..... .. . ... . ... . .. 50 Bryan Inv . . . .... . . . 11th . ...... . . 690 LPS Champs . . . . . . 4th ......... 120 Greater Neb . ...... 6th . .. . . . .. . 172 District ... . .. .. . . .. 6th ...... . .. 189 State ........................... DNQ Girls i

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NWU Inv . .. ........ 8th ......... 233 1/3 East, York, LNE . . . ........ 19 3/3 Fremont, LSE, LNE . ..... . . 78 Scott Inv . .. . . ... . .. 10th . .. . . .. .. 253 NE 16 Beatrice ..... . .. . ...... . .. 41 Bryan Inv. . . . . . . . . . 7th ... . ..... 4 79 LPS Champs . . . . . . 3rd .. ... ..... 68 Greater Neb . .... .. 5th .. . . ... . . 124 District . . . . . . . . . . . . 6th .... . . . .. 138 State . .... . . . . .. ..... .. ...... .. DNQ

Valerie Smith shows the running form which brought her high finishes throughout the season. Smith garnered first place finishes to highlight her season.

1985 Cross Country Team. Back Row: (l. tor.) Volunteer Aide Matt Chick, Student Manager Rachelle Flagel, Rich Hansen, Casey Smith, Tom Ahlschwede, Shane Standley, Head Coach Bill Rogge. Middle Row: Mike Budler, Todd Adams, Stephanie Ahlschwede, Valerie Smith, Jason Graff, Chad Petersen. Front Row: Ron Rogge, Mike Brehm, Becky Hartung, Alicia Hopkins, Paula Behrens, Mark Goodban, Bob Prai.

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NE disappointing

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

The boy_s team membe~s show their determination as they prepare to start a race. The boys, with some experience on the squad, expressed disappointment in their season.

Head Coach Bill Rogge could be found at every cross country meet, with his pencil and tablet in hand. Rogge kept track of his runner's times to show them the progress they made throughout the season.

Northeast' boys and girls cross country teams suffered through a disappointing season, characterized by inexperience and a low number of runners.

Both teams started the season at the Wesleyan Invite, and it was apparent from those results that the Rockets had a lot of work ahead of them.

"The Wesleyan meet is a big meet," · commented senior Rich Hansen. "It showed us that we had to make a lot of improvements during the season."

Those improvements were slow, but there were some highlights. Valerie Smith finished first in a triangular against East and York, and Ron Rogge grabbed a first place in a dual against Beatrice.

"It was a disappointing season," commented Coach Bill Rogge. "But, then again, we did manage to have fun."

Junior Becky Hartung consistently turned in good times for the girls' team. In one of her better meets, a triangular against York and East, Hartung placed third.

Rockets reach state semi-finals

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 Rocket

The 1985-86 Northeast varsity basket~all season was a story of success, highhghted by a city championship, a state semi-final appearance, and of course, Head Coach Ed Johnson's 500th career win at Northeast. Indeed, the season was definitely one to remember.

The Rockets started their road to success early, winning their first seven contests, including impressive wins over Hastings (57-38) and Lincoln High (6259). After wins like those, the Northeast cagers seemed destined for greatness.

"After winning those first seven I think we all thought we were one of the better teams in the state, if not the best. I think we all got a little big headed " sepior Dave Wattjes commented. ' During this period of " over-confidence," the Rockets fell to city rival Lincoln East and Millard North. " I think we felt we were unbeatable but we learned fast," said senior guard' Jay Johnson.

Truth be known, the Rockets were almost unbeatable. After losing those two games, the Rockets would not lose another game during the entire regular season.

Dave Svehla goes up for a lay-up as Northwest defenders watch. The Rockets were edged in the state semi-finals by the Huskies.

Going into the district tournament, the Rockets were rated second in the state.

Northeast was 17-2, a record that only one other team in the state could boast.

"Our record reflects our consistency. We won a couple of close contests, including two overtime wins," commented Head Coach Ed Johnson.

One more overtime win was added in the first round of districts. Trailing Southeast throughout much of the game, the varsity cagers staged a dramatic comeback which in the end spelled victory for Northeast by a four point margin.

With city rival Lincoln East next on the agenda, the Rockets had their work cut out for them. With help from junior forward Dave Svehla, who lead the team with 18 points and 11 rebounds, the Rockets maintained a healthy lead that withstood the Spartans' aggressive play.

Once again, the Rockets were victors winning 57-54. ' "There was no way we were going to let them beat us twice, we had to settle the score," senior guard Willie Perkins added.

After whipping the Norfolk Panthers by 18 points, the Rockets had a definite chance to take the state title. However Northeast's luck fell short as Omah~ Northwest edged the Rockets, 48-45.

Because of his strong performance throughout the tournament, center Brad Richardson earned a spot on the first team, All-Tournament selection.

Rocket rebounders watch a shot go in against Norfolk as they post up.

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Senior guard Willie Perkins shoots a 20-foot jump shot over the outstretched hand of an opponent.

Perkins led the team in field goal percentage, shooting 47%.

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Trying to avoid an East defender, Dave Wattjes works to get free for the pass underneath the basket. Wattjes finished third on the team in rebounding (114) and scoring (229).

Jason Griess gets in position t o rebound durin g an early season game. Griess w as an important part of the bench strength for th e Rockets during the season.

Center Brad Richardson jumps high to battle a Southeast player for the opening tip. Richardson was a member of the Lincoln Journal-Star's all class, All-Tournament team.

A view of the Northeast court action in the State quarterfinals against Norfolk. The Rockets were victors, 66-48.

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Head Coach Ed Johnson gives instructions to Bob Prai as they watch the action on the court. Johnson reached a rare coaching achievement in 1986, notching his 500th career win at Northeast when the Rocket defeated Bellevue East.

Jay Johnson passes the ball while an East player defends.

Johnson led the Rockets in free throw percentage, shooting 80% from the line.

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Junior Dave Svehla leads a Rocket fast break. Svehla was a workhorse, especially under the boards, and led the team in rebounds with 196.

Above: Willie Perkins drives for an open shot against the defense of Lincoln East.

Above Right: Dave Wattjes holds up the net while celebrating the Rockets' District A-4 title win over East.

Left: Brad Richardson shoots over a Hast ings defender in the season's opener at Northeast. Richardson led the Rockets in scoring with 303 points, an average of 14 per game.

Boys Varsity Basketball W-20

1985-1986 B oys Varsity Basketball Team . Back Row: (l. to r.) Dave Wattjes, Dave Svehla, Mike Peterson, Brad Richardson, Jason Griess, Jay Johnson, Head Coach Ed Johnson. Front Row: Manager Eric Holy, Louie She ridan, Willie Perkins, Darryl Osbon, Mike Ripley, Bob Prai, Manager J oe Sis.

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NE 57 Hastings . ........ . .... . .... . 38 NE 57 Omaha North ........ . ...... 45 NE 42 Kearney . . . . ...... . ...... . 41 NE 62 Lincoln High .. ... (OT) . .... 59 LeBlond Toi· oament NE 51 St. Joe Lafayette ... . . . . .... 42 NE 58 KC Rockhurst . . . . . .... 51 NE 58 St. Joe Central .. . . .. . . ... . . 55 NE 53 East . . . .... . . .. .......... . ... 58 NE 49 Millard North . . . . . .. . . ... . . 52 NE 55 Omaha Benson ... . ..... .. . . 45 NE 56 Grand Island . . . .. . .. . 40 NE 55 Sou theast . ... ... (O T) . .. ... . 50 NE 71 Columbu s ..... . .... .. .. . . ... 4 6 NE 49 Norfolk ... . ...... . ..... ... .. 32 NE 50 North Platte .. . .. . . . ..... . .. 34 NE 50 Beatrice . .. . .. . ......... . . . . . 36 NE 55 Bellevue East .......... .. ... 29 NE 45 Fremo n t .. . .... . ... . . . 39 NE 57 Millard South ... . . . ..... .. .. 37 District A-4 NE 38 South east . .... . . (OT) ....... 34 NE 57 East . .. .. . . ... ...... .... ... . . 54 State NE 66 Norfolk ............ . . . . 48 . . 48 NE 45 O m a h a North west .. .

Reserves 11-5

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

An explosive offense and a defense that continued to improve helped the boys reserve basketball team roll to a 11-5 record.

The reserves got off to a quick start, winning four of their first five games while averaging an impressive 60 points per game. " We definitely could score, there 's no doubt about it," Reserve Coach Leroy Seng said. " But, on the other hand, we had trouble playing man-to-man and team defense early in the season. Teams were scoring in the 50's on us at the beginning of the season. " After a disappointing loss to Millard North, the boys racked up impressive wins over Omaha Benson (53-49) and Grand Island (67-53). However, a 58-51 loss to Southeast dampened spirits and the players realized again that concentration is an important aspect of the game.

Following the Southeast setback, the reserves suffered only two losses the rest of the season. Paced by Sam Shaw, T.J. Ochsner, and Trambly, the reserves won their final two games against Fremont (48-45) and Millard South (53-33), while shooting over 50 per cent from the field. " We shot the ball extremely well. We also played the best team defense we had played all year, " Seng said.

Junior Mike Ripley dribbles cautiously past an East defender as he tries to set up a play.

Mike Peterson (51) and Mike Ripley (21) try to gain the inside position in a game against East.

Junior guard Pat Ridpath looks over his options as he prepares to make a pass.

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Sophomore T.J. Oschner passes off to a teammate during a game at Pershing. Oschner, only a sophomore, saw extensive duty for the Rocket reserves.

Scoreboard Boy s Reserve Basketball W-11 L-5

Cent'!r Sam Shaw shows his determination as he fights for a rebound against Hastings.

1985-86 Boys Reserve Baske tball Team. Front Row {l. to r.): Josh Trumbley, T.J. Oschner, S hawn K ennett, Tro y Plumb, Pat Ridpath, Manager Tom Kacirek. Back Row: Coach L eRoy Seng, Tim Snyder, Sam Shaw, Nate Johnson, Ron Wittler, Dean Drake, Dan Lesoing.

NE 48 NE 62 NE 60 NE 62 NE 64 NE 43 NE 53 NE 67 NE 51 NE'61 NE 48 NE 54 NE 53 NE 64 NE 48 NE 53

Hastings ................ . ... 39 Omaha North .... . ..... . .... 63 Kearney . ......... . . ..... . .. 43 Lincoln High .... .. . . . .. . .... 3 East ... . ................... . . 52 Millard North . .. ... .... .... 59 Omaha Benson .... . .. .. .... 49 Grand Island . .... . ... .. .. .. 53 Southeast ........ . ....... . .. 58 Columbus .. . ...... .. .... ... . 55 Norfolk .. .. ........... .. .... 50 North Platte ....... ... . .. ... 56 Beatrice . . .. . .... . .. .. .. . . ... 45 Bellevue East . ... . .... ... . .. 24 Fremont .... .. . (2 OT) . ... . . 45 Millard South ..... . ...... . . . 33

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Sophs inconsistent

By Rick Sh a w Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

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The sophomore boys basketball season was filled with ups and downs in 1985-86.

But, in the end, winning triumped over losing as the Rockets finished with a 7-5 record.

The sophs were strong in their first two outings, defeating intra-city rivals East 57-35, and Lincoln High 38-36.

"We were playing real good, and all of a sudden we lost two games by a combined total of two points," sophomore Pat McKie said.

Those close losses, against East and Pius, preceeded a one-point win over Millard North. " Our team really hung in and showed some heart against Millard North . It was our turn to win a close one, " sophomore coach Doug Kaltenberger said.

The next four games were equally divided into the win-loss column. Both wins came against Lincoln schools.

"I was surprised with our record against other city schools (4-3)," McKie said. " We were about five points away from being 7-0, though."

McKie led the sophs in their last two games, garnering 10 points in a loss to Southeast and another 10 in a 49-4 7 win over Beatrice.

"The team worked hard all year and had some u ps and downs, " Kaltenberger said. " Our biggest problem was the the Christmas break. After that, everybody seemed to slow down a little bit. "

1985-86 Boys Sophomore Basketball Team. F r ont Row (l. to r .): Rick Smith, Mick Long, Wade Eschenbrenner, Rob Kant, John Varrati, Lance Schlosser, Jeff Parker. Back Row: Coach Doug Kaltenberger, Dave Atten'Jerger, Tim Brown, Jim Murphy, Troy Schoeppner, Pat McKie, Brian Rank, Tom Ahlschwede, Dan Walter.

Scoreboard Sophomore Boys Bask etball W-7

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N E 57 East ............. . .... 35 NE 38 Li nco l n H igh . . . . . . .. 36 NE 43 East . . . . . . . . . . . ... 44 NE 42 Pi u s X . . . . . 43 NE 39 Millard North . . 38 NE 48 Fremont 54 NE 45 South east . .. ........ ... (OT) 40 NE 38 Waver ly Res . ....... . ...... . 49 NE 38 L incoln H ig h ... 34 NE 50 Raymo nd Ce n. R es . ....... . 40 NE 35 Sou theast . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

42 NF Ml Beatrice .. .. . ...... . ..... . . .. 47

13 0/Boys S op h omo r e Bas k etball Battling for a rebound position , N ate J o hnson m oves in side a Co lumbus player .

Sophs post disappointing season

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

The old sports adage of winning isn 't everything held true for this year's sophomore girls basketball team. The girls finished the season with a 3-8 record.

Five of the sophomores first six games went into the loss column. The Rockets ' only win was a 22-20 decision over East.

"That win at East raised our spirits a little bit, but we really needed some more wins to boost our confidence," sophomore Lin Schwindt said.

The last five games of the season showed some improvement. Northeast defeated Lincoln High 24-20, and Southeast 26-23.

"We beat all three city schools this year," Schwindt said. " I was happy that we played our best against our city rivals. " Despite losing their final game to Southeast by three points, Schwindt established a new sophomore single game scoring record of 17 points.

Coach Bruce Waters said the problem with the season could be traced to one area.

"Our problem this year was inconsistency . We played real well at times, then we would hit five or six minutes where we didn 't play well, " Waters said. "It was kind of like our season . We were good at times, then we'd -play one or two games where we wouldn't play very well."

Kris Brewster drives for a layup during a practice session.

Scoreboard Sophomore Girls Basketball W-3

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NE 14 NE 20 NE 22 NE 23 NE 19 NE 20 NE 26 NE 26 NE 24 NE '1s NE 24

1985-86 Uirls Sophomore Basket ball Team . Front Row (l. to r.): Alisa Schmale, Kris Brewster, Heath er Schrock , Lyn Schwindt, Kate Justus, Cindy Kloke. Back Row: J enn Duerr, Joan Drake, Diane Frohn, Kelly Mook, S h elly Hart, Coach Bruce Waters.

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15 Lincoln High .. . . .. . . . . .. ... 43 East. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Lincoln High ... . .. . .. . 29 Grand Island .. 49 South east .... 27 Southeast ..... . . .. 23 Waverly Reserves ... . ... ... 35 Lincoln High .. 20 Raymond Cen. Res. . . .. 48 Southeast .27

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There are those who call Northeast basketball coach Ed Johnson a legend.

Johnson, who finished up his 37th season as Rocket head coach , is somewhat embarrassed by all of the attention. " I didn 't win all of those games, " Johnson told a newspaper reporter during the season. "The kids won the games. I was just the coach. " .

Just the coach. But, Johnson was more than just the coach when Northeast defeated Bellevue East this season. He was, indeed, a legend.

Northeast's win was Johnson 's 500th as the head man of the Rockets. It was not just another victory. It was something special, and an entire city took notice . Television, radio and the two major daily newspapers in Nebraska were on hand to witness the occasion.

After the game , those who played under Johnson were invited to midcourt to share the moment with the man from Calhoun, Missouri.

Jerry Motz, Tom Novak , Bob Els , Mike Longe, and others from Northeast hoop history were on hand. A cake was presented from the Northeast cheerleaders , and a banner was unfurled in the crowd: " Way To Go Coach Johnson On 500th Victory."

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In 1972 , after Northeast had won another state championship with a win over Omaha Westside, Johnson told thenKOLN-TV sports director Mark Ahmann that state tournament titles were starting to take on a different meaning than they did early in his career. · " I think now, that you start to appreciate this type of thing a little more," Johnson told Ahmann. " You never think you'll get here once, and now this is the sixth time. It's getting down to the end of the road now, and you just start to appreciate it more. " The end of the road came for Johnson following the 1985-86 season. On April 10, the veteran coach who guided Northeast to 7 state titles announced his retirement.

To many, the announcement came as no surprise. But it will take some time to accept the fact that after 37 years, Johnson will no longer be on the Northeast bench.

Johnson summed up his feelings about retirement best when he told Northeastern reporter Rick Shaw: " When I quit, I won 't look back. I'll just walk out of the gym and that will be it. " Studying the court, Johnson ponders his next move.

Left: Wife Shirley and son Jay flank Johnson following the 500th victory.

Lower Left: Johnson hoists the game ball at midcourt during the celebration after the Bellevue East win.

Below: Former players offer their congratulations to Johnson on Win No. 500.

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I Johnson looks over the action on the court. The veteran coach has called the shots from the bench for more than 700 Northeast High School basketball games.

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The Rocket girls set up in their man-to-man defense, a defense that has been very effective over the years.

Despite loss of player, cagers post winning seaso

By Darryl Osbon Sports Staff

The '86 ROCKET

The girls varsity basketball team ended the season on a bad note as their hopes of appearing in State were shattered in a first round district game. The Rockets, coached by veteran Hank Willemsen , could only come within two points of advancing past districts. _ Northeast girls began the season opener with a positive attitude and everyone seemed to be in good physical shape.

Looking very impressive in their first test of the season, the lady Rockets defeated a very stubborn Hastings team.

One of the key factors early in the year was the play of junior Vicki Rathe. Due to a severe knee injury, Rathe missed the second half of the season. Despite the loss

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of Rathe, the team was still determined to have a good season.

According to starting forward Beth Montgomery, the team's primary goal

Senior Forward Pam Woodward assumes leadership of the team as she dribbles the ball upcourt to direct the offense.

was to beat the other Lincoln teams. This goal was never fulfilled throughout the season.

"We thought we could beat East and when we got a second chance and lost by two points, it was really a disappointment," Montgomery said.

Although they didn 't fare well with the Lincoln teams, the girls did fairly well against the Omaha teams, posting a_ 3-1 mark, and losing only to a well-tramed Omaha Marian team, which went all the way to the state finals.

"Determination, hard-work, and practice got us as far as we went, but a little more effort would have pushed us past districts," commented senior guard Chris Hempel. Hempel went on to say that although the team didn't complete their goal for the season, she felt there were some outstanding efforts.

Senior for ward/center Beth Montgomery spins around the defense as she attempts a hook shot.

Junior point guard Soni Fabry concentrates and shows good form as she shoots a free throw.

Center Vicki Rathe works hard to get into position tor a rebound.

Kelli Horky triggers the offense with her outside shooting ability.

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1985-86 Girls Varsity Basketball Team. Front Row (l. to r.): Julie Sarringar, Kim Grosshans, Kelli Horky, Diane Smith, Soni Fabry, Chris Hempel. Back Row: Jenni Mau, Pam Woodward, Beth Montgomery, Andee Walek, Vicki Rathe, Coach Hank Willemsen.

Soni Fabry drives the baseline, looking for an opening inside.

Sophomore forward Andee Walek fights for position to get a rebound.

Head Coach Hank Willemsen expresses the frustration only a coach can endure throughout a season

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Gir s Varsity Basketball Record: W-10 L-8

GettinJ.! out on the fas t break, Pam Woodward see ms to have complete control of the basketball.

Beth Montgomery concentrate s as she gets ready to shoot a free throw.

Senior forward Julie Sarringar pulls up for a jump shot after driving past her opponent.

NE 58 Hastings . . ..... . ..... . ....... 47 NE 57 Bellevue East . . .. .. . .. ....... 28 NE 55 Papillion . .... .. . ..... . . .. .... 42 NE 45 East .. . . . ..... ...... .. .. ... . . . 53 NE 49 East .... .. .. . .... . ...... . ..... 51 NE 46 Lincoln High .. .. .... . .... . .. . 55 NE 48 Norfolk .. .... ... : ......... .. . 41 NE 42 Omaha Gross . ... . ..... . .. . .. 39 NE 38 Lincoln High ........ . ... . . . .. 41 NE 62 Grand Island ....... . ..... . ... 38 NE 36 Southeast . ........ . .. . ..... . . 46 NE 51 Columbus . . . . .. .. ..... . . . . . .. 49 NE 48 Millard South ... . ... . ..... . .. 4 7 NE 49 Beatrice ... ..... ........ ... ... 36 NE 33 North Platte . ... ...... ....... 40 NE 72 Fremont .. .. .. . . ............. . 48 NE 57 Kearney ..... . ... . .. .. .. .. .... 4 7 NE 46 Omaha Marian ....... . . .. .... 56 Districts NE 55 Beatrice .. . ....... . ... . . . .. . .. 57

Junior Jenny Mau passes oft to a teammate. Mau was one of six underclassmen who • will be competing for the Rockets next season.

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Reserves go 10-6

By Darryl Osbon Sports Staff

The '86 ROCKET

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The Northeast girls reserve basketball squad got off to a good start during the 1985-86 season, winning its first game 42-39 against a well polished Hastings squad. This game marked the beginning of the Rockets ' success over the season.

"It marked the one thing we also have to work on in order to win, and that was playing better defense," said sophomore Tammy Bouwens. Defense did seem to be the key to success, as the squad won ten games while holding opponents to under 40 points. Unfortunately, this goal was not always accomplished, as the team lost six games during the course of the season.

The lady Rockets had plenty of experience this season, as their starting lineup included three juniors. These leaders were Becky Roesler, Tracy Hansen and Wendy Svoboda. Carol Siebe commented, "They gave the team a lot of support which is what we needed to win."

This was a good season for the reserves , and one that pleased coach Marty Shields.

Junior center Casey Smith extends herself high in the air for a jump shot in the lane.

Carol Siebe pulls up and shoots a baseline jump shot as her teammates battle for rebounding position.

Heidi Carbon tries to gain control of the loose ball against Beatrice.

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Junior guard Becky Roesler plays some tenacious defense against the oppo&ing team's guard.

Controlling the basketball, Traci Hansen leads the offense.

Girls Reserve Basketball

1985-86 Girls Reserve Basketball Team. Front Row (l. tor.): Wendy Svoboda, Traci Hansen, Marsha Thelen, Becky Roesler, Michelle Matth_ews, Heidi Carbon. Back Row: Elaine Michaelson, Carol Siebe, Casey Smith, Tammy Bouwens, Stacey Englebardt, Michelle Beck, Coach Marty Shields.

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NE 42 NE 54 NE 28 NE 37 NE 42 NE 53 NE 42 NE 43 NE 31 NE 29 NE 22 NE 48 NE 24 NE 40 NE 48 NE 23

Hastings .................... 39 Bellevue East ............... 48 Papillion .................... 32 East .... .... .. . ... . .......... 27 Norfolk .......... . .......... 40 Omaha Gross .... . ......... . 34 Lincoln High .............. . 29 Grand Island . . . . . .......... 33 Southeast ................ . .. 51 Columbus ........ . ... ... .. .. 36 Millard South ............... 33 Beatrice .... .. ......... . ..... 33 North Platte ...... .. ........ 39 Fremont . ..... . ... .. ........ 32 Kearney .................... 25 Omaha Marian . ...... ... ... 55

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Larchick finishes fifth at State

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

Despite a fifth place finish by junior Jon Larchick, the Northeast wrestlers managed just 12 points and a 25th place finish out of 31 teams at the 1986 state wrestling tournament.

"I felt some of our guys who didn't place could have just as easily placed," Coach John McIntyre said. "Some of our wrestlers beat a few of those during the regular season who placed at state. A

good example is Shawn Swisher."

Swisher, only a junior, advanced to the quarter-finals after defeating Karey Barr of Norfolk, 7-4. But, losses to Nick Wiler and Pat Torrance blocked any hopes Swisher had of placing.

"I thought it was an enjoyable season," Swisher said. "I would have liked to fare better as a team, b ut we have a lot of people back next year. So, we have another chance."

Along with the fifth place finish, Larchick was voted to the Journal-Star's AllCity wrestling team.

Brett Wattnem appears to be in trouble as a Fremont wrestler is on his back and his helmet strap falls over his eyes.

Junior Jay Bachman attempts to get his arms free in a 138 lb. match.

A Northeast Grappler looks to the referee to signal a pin in a early season match.

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A win-hungry Shawn Swisher concentrates o n an upcoming match. Swisher met up with a lo t of big guys in '86, as a result of wrestling in the heavyweight cla.<~s.

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District . . . .... 4/7 . . 79.5 pts.

State . . . 25/31 ... . 12 pts.

1985 -86 Wrestling Team. Front Row (l. tor.): John Ballou, Troy Masters, Roger Schwab, Kelly Collins, Greg Ha.LL, Kevin White. Middle Row: Student Manager Karri Groothuis, Don Reed, Mik e Boy d, Brett Wattnem, Brian Pierce, Brian Harpham, Mark Lyon, John Larchick, Dirk Baker. Back Row: Assistant Coach Dwain Borchers, Student Manager Scott Davis, Pat York , Jeff Hays, Danny Wa.lton, Shawn S wi sher, John McManus, Marcus Nea l, Jay Bachman, Volunte er Coach Bob Navas , H e ad Coach John McIntyre. Not Pictured: Mike Daharsh, Kreg Green, Richard Northway, K en D onahoo.

Mark Lyon tries to avoid getting all wrapped up in a meet with the Orangemen of Beatrice. Northeast won the meet, 30-28.

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Tankers Struggle

By Rick Shaw Sports Editor The '86 ROCKET

The Northeast boys and girls swimming/ diving teams struggled through much of the 1985-86 season.

The boys lost their first four meets before a 85-73 win over Grand Island broke the string, and gave some hope to the squad.

"We definitely needed to win. After you lose so many meets, you get to caring less and less. That win helped our morale," commented senior Jerome Martin.

But, the Grand Island win was one of a few for the Rockets. The team added a 84-75 victory over Fremont, and a 92-56 win against Beatrice.

The competition at the state meet was tough for Northeast's boys to combat.

The Rockets finished 12th in the 200 medley relay to account for the only points.

That wasn't enough to save them from a last-place finish.

The girls did realize more success at the state meet. Soni Egger was sixth in the one meter diving event, while teammate Lisa Swanson finished 10th in that event. The finish was good enough to place both divers on the Lincoln J ournal' s All-City swimming team.

"That was an honor," Egger said of the selection. "Despite the disappointing season, I had a lot of fun."

Angie Magree rests on the side of the pool at the end of a race.

Diann Carr concentrates on her breaststroke form as she competes in a race.

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Jody Hansen splashes through the water as he does the difficult butterfly str.oke.

A Rocket tanker finishes a race strongly as he approaches the side.

.Steve Eppens chews on the thought of a winning time, as well as his nails.

Scoreboard Girls Swimming Duals: W-1 L-10

Varsity Girls Swim Team. Back Row (I. to r.): Coach Jim Perry, Soni Egger, Wendi Baus, Amy Jordan, Coach Jon Miller. Front Row (1. to r.): Angie Magree, Kim Bauer, Kim Beebe, Diann Carr, Beth Gibbons, Tracy A naia. Not Pictured: Bridget Kaup, Laurie McMaster, Lisa Swanson, Managers; Tracy Fisher, Becky Hartung, Kelly Rivers.

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Ram Relays ... .... 8/13 . .. .. . . 134 pts Husker Inv . .. . . . .. 16/19 ... .. . 90.5 pts NE 4 0 Millard North .. .. . . . . .. . . ... 125 NE 75 Columbus . . .. .. ... . .. . . . ... . . 76 NE 44 Hastings . .. . . .. .. . .. .. . .. . . . 115 NE 43 East . . .... . .. . .. . ... .. . ... . .. 105 NE 52 Grand Island . . . . ...... . . . . . . 103 Millard North Inv . ..... . 14/17 . . .. . 24 NE 71 Southeast . .. .. ..... . .. . .. . . . 159 NE 86 Fremont . .. .... .. . ... . ... . . . . . 77 NE 75 Beatrice .. .. ... . .... . . . . . . .. . . 82 NE 48 Ralston . ........ . . . . . .. .. .. . . 100 NE 47 Lincoln High .... . .... . ... .. . 101 Greater NE Conf. . ..... . . 5/6 . . .... . 30 State . . .. . ... .... . 15/17 . ..... . ... . .. 22

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Varsity Boys Swim Team. Top to Bottom: Mike Knittle, Jim Larson, Dan Beyer, Jody H ansen, John Machado, Jerome Martin, Steve Eppens, Stuart Shaub, Jason Peterson, J eff Enevodlsen, Jeff Anderson, Craig Sovereign, Mike Soucie, Mike Mayfield, Steve Meilke, Allen Vasquez, Bruce Hall, Chris Huber, Coaches Jim Perry and Jon Miller. Not Pictured: Jay Eastep, Dusty Cink, Mike Brittenham, Da1Je Hunt, Darrin Swanson.

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Volleyball Pam Woodward .. .. .. .. 1st Team Spiker Jenni Mau .............. 1st Team Setter Kelli Horky . . .. ....... . 2nd Team Spiker

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Football Willie Perkins ...... . .. .. Offense Keith Gawrick .......... Offense Bill Duncan ... .... .. ... .. Offense Steve Strauss ............ Defense Dave Svehla . ... ... ... ... Defense

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Margaret Billings Counselor

By Angie Folkers & Chris Hempel Staff Members Th e '86 ROCKET

The 1985-86 school year seemed to be one for lots of new faces, not only for students but for the Northeast faculty also.

New teachers add new life to a school.

The teachers joining Northeast's faculty in 1985-86 were: Jim Perry (social studies); Bruce Waters (social studies); Claudine Scott (fine arts); Bruce Chapman (drama); Doug Kaltenberger (health); Jerry Leever (English); Dick Marolf (instrumental music); Bob Navas (BI program); and Tom Zimmerman (English).

Along with the new teachers came new ideas for teaching. When asked what his strategy was for keeping a student's attention, Perry replied, " I try to make things relevant by using subjects that pertain to the students or use anecdotes to things that have happened."

Perry, who was a winner of a Cooper Award this year, was also asked what it was like being a new teacher. " It's kind of hard because I don 't know what's expected, " Perry said. " I'm not sure about all of the rules for the teachers. " Scott , who teaches photography through the art department, is the only new female teacher at Northeast this year. She transferred from Pound Junior High. " The students in high school have fewer discipline problems and they 're more mature than the junior high kids ," Scott said.

While new faces greeted students this year, retirement came for two Northeast teachers following the 1985-86 school year.

John McCormick, who has taught at Northeast for 33 years, and Ed Johnson, who completed his 37th year, brought their careers to an end. McCormick has been a member of the Northeast social studies department, while Johnson taught in the industrial arts area.

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Nancy Bishop P.E. Daryl Blue Journalism Wanda Brown Home Ee. ::Sharon Cech Art Bruce Chapman Drama Laurie Collingharn Foreign Language Randy Connot Industrial Arts Gale Cook Science Bob James Science Ed Johnson Industrial Arts Phil Pfeiffer English Shirley Rine Foreign Language N esha Schumann Englis h Claudine Scott Photography Sandy Vercellino Math Bruce Waters Social Studies Bob Wohlers Math Ermal Collister Registrar Richard Colerick A ss 't. Principal/ Student Services Thais Fauver Media.Assistant Mary Larsen Office Assistant

Tanny Akerson Eng lish

Virginia Brown Foreign Language

Ellis Black Industrial Arts

Jim Camp bell Math

Steve Carr Math

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Bob Heffelfinger P.E.

Dave Hunter Science

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Ken Kaser Business

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Don Mach Industrial Arts

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Jack Mueller Social Studies

Bob Navas B.I.

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Leroy Seng P.E.

Barb Sands Art

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Phyllis Story Attendance Assistant

Alinda Stelk English

Bill Story Social Studies

Deb Stephenson LD Teacher

Jan Strange English Adele Stiles Math

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Hank Willemsen Social Studies

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Catherine Bruggeman Nurse

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Senior Pat Sabin hurls one form the outfield. Sabin is a two year letterman in baseball for the Rockets.

1986 Varsity Baseball Team. Top Row (l. tor.): Steve Searle, Pat Sabin, Dave Svehla, Keith Gawrick, Jeff Frohn, Coach Bill Fagler. Middle Row: Louie Sheridan, Mike Oehm, Jeff Chapelle, Charlie Colon, Dave Sacks, Brad Rising. Bottom Row: John Varratti, T.J. Oschner, Brad Mayfield, Todd Calfee, Ty Heiser, Eric Case. ,

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Varsity Baseball Schedule 3/20 3/29 4 /7 4 /11

4/ 12 4 / 14 4/1 7 4/22 4/26 4/28 5/ 1-2 5/5 5/8 5/9 5/ 12-14 5/2 1-24

Creighton Prep Inv. at Millard South Lincoln High Lincoln Southe ast Omaha Northwest L i ncoln East Lincoln High Lincoln East P a pillion (2) P i us X a t R a lston Inv. Lincoln Southeast P iu s X R a lston D istrict Tourn.

State Tourna m e nt

Rocket senior Brad Mayfield fires the ball to home plate during a varsity practice.

Coach B ill Fugler gives his players a pep talk before a practice.

Ty Heiser closes in on a fly ball in left field.

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Reserve Baseball Schedule 3/29 at Millard South 4/7 Lincoln High 4/11 Lincoln Southeast 4/12 Omaha Northwest 4/14 Lincoln East 4/17 Lincoln High 4/22 Lincoln East 4/26 Papillion (2) 4/28 Pius X 5/5 Lincoln Southeast 5/8 Pius X 5/9 Ralston 5/12-14 LPS Reserve Tourn.

1986 Reserve Baseball Team. Front Row (l. to r.): Spencer Robinson, Arien Martin, Shawn Kennett, Kevin Klein, Ron McCloskey. Second Row: Jay Bachman, Jim Worm, Steve Buss, Steve Eckman, John Varratti, T.J. Oschner. Back Row: Coach Bruce Reed, Jeff Thompson, Mike Ripley, D.J. Vokolek, Dean Drake, Mike Peterson, Josh Trambly, Jeff Busch.

Josh Trambly shows sheer concentration as he throws the ball.

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Louie Sheridan shows his bunting form.

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Steve Buss warms up a pitcher during practice.

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Todd McClaine gets some pointers from sophomore coach Bob urecco.

Catcher Brian Purcell is almost unrecognizable with all of his gear on.

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Tom Kacirek warms up by playing catch with a team mate during pre-season drills.

1986 Sophomore Baseball Team. Front Row (l. tor.): Todd McClaine, Mike E rsch, Dwayne Bernt, Brian Purcell, Wade Eschenbrenner, John Gropp. Middle Row: John Mah oney, D a ve Bennett, Tom K acirek, Dave Hunt, Rob Kant, Brad Domingo. Back Row: Coach Bob Grecco, Mick L ong, Ron Wittler, Mike Craig, Chris Lenhoff, Dan Brown.

Chris Lenhoff awaits a pitch as h e plans on where he will place the bunt.

Wade Eschenbrenner and Mike Er sch take time out during a practice game .

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An All-City hurdler in 1985, Brad Richardson always works to improve getting out of the blocks.

f Long jumper Tom Kortus takes a run-through to get his steps down.

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Working hard to improve their relay handoffs, Troy Plumb and Pat Hardesty get a good exchange.

Boys Track Schedule

Kevin McReynolds and Lance Schlosser try to get rid of some nervous tension before v aulting.

3/21 3/27 4/ 4 4 /12 4/19 4/23 5/2 5/10 5/15 5/23-24

NWU Inv. G.I. Relays LPS Relays G.I. Invitational Westside Inv. Beatrice LPS Championships Greater Nebr. Conf.

District at Omaha Bryan State at Omaha Burke

Senior Steve Strauss, a weight man in track, leaves the rink to spend some time running hurdles.

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Michelle Matthews, a discus thrower, knows that endurance is also important in field events.

Linda Carlson limbers up in a stretching session before the start of practice.

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Coaches and stopwatches go hand-in-hand with the track season.

Lynda Holt, the defending state shot put champion, looked to defend her title in 1986.

1986 Girls Varsity Track Team. Front Row (l. to r.): Joan Williams, Linda Carlson, Jaimi Hahn, Diane Smith, Lyn Schwindt. Middle Row: Becky Pierson, Traci Hansen, Christy Kaup, Becky Hartung, Becky Roesler, Michelle Matthew s, Naomi Bevard, Tammie Chelgren, Darla Grieser. Back Row: Volunteer Co ach Shawna Kramer, Student Manager Janet Mielke, Carol Siebe, Holly Ernst, Beth Montgomery, Julie Rahe, Lynda Holt, Kim Grosshans, Vale r ie Smith, Janet Christensen, Sherrie Allen, Coach Nancy Bishop, Assistant Coach Lynn Rychecky.

B e th Montgomery takes long strides as she per{ ects her running form in early season practice.

Sophomore hurdler Carol Siebe glides over a hurdle during an early p r actice session.

Christy Kaup strides out as she works on per{ ecting her running form.

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Jenni Mau displays her serving form.

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State at Omaha Dewey Park

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Boys Varsity Golf Team. Back Row (l. to r.): Jeff Parker, John McCormick, Cory Fletcher, Coach Jack Mueller, Sam Shaw. Front Row: Chad Peterson, Rob Maddox.

Jeff Parker watches his ball glide through the air after another per{ect shot off the tee.

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Senior Rob Maddox works on his putting form on the practice green at Mahoney.

Sam Shaw takes his time in order to sink this putt.

Coach Mueller demonstrates how to tee-off in the correct form.

John McCormick looks intent as he takes a swing at the ball.

Chad Peterson practices a few chip shots at Mahoney.

Boys Golf Schedule

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District (Holmes) State at Columbus Elks CC

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Turnabout tests fem ale nerves

By Karen Wixson Editor The '86 ROCKET

It's a nerve-racking day for her. As she leaves to go pick him up she thinks, "What if I'm too early or too late? What will his parents think of me? What if this boutonniere doesn't match what he's wearing?"

She arrives at his house without getting lost.

Before going to the door, she pulls out her mirror to take one last look. She rings the doorbell and he answers and they smile. After they pin their flowers on and get their pictures taken .. . and taken . .. mom and dad tell them to have fun and they leave.

They arrive at the restaurant, where she gallantly opens the door for him. They eat a delicious meal and the waitress brings the check and hands it to him. He looks at it funny, and hands it to her.

Again, she opens the car door for him, but this time they're on their way to Turnabout '86.

Turnabout was sponsored by the Northeast Pep Club. The theme for the dance was the song, "Say You, Say Me" by Lionel Richie. The decorations for the dance were done in pastels, and each couple received favors. Turnabout royalty was chosP.n from each class, in an all school election.

Wanda Rockemann and Jeff Peterson look picture perfect.

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Steve Singleton and Michelle White take a moment to rest after some wild dancing.

Tho se crazy senior guys just can't get enough attention.

Northeast students Kim Rinke (left) and Michelle Bradley clown around with their dates.

The 1986 Turnabout Royalty (l. tor.): Attendants Lori Divis and Lance Schlosser, King Ty Heiser and Queen Renee Divis, Attendants Brad Richardson and Carol Larsen. ·

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Abbott, Shawn 90 Ackerman, Audrey 64 Adams, John 78 Adams, Todd 90, 122 Adamson, Todd 60, 78 Addelman, Melissa 90 Afuh, Judith 90 Ahlman, Christopher 91 Ahlschwede, Thomas 18, 60, 91, 122, 130 Ahlschwede, Stephanie 34, 36, 37, 39, 43, 60, 64,122 Akerson, Mrs. Janet Akeson, Gregory Alder, Tina 78 Aldrich, Alan 58, 59, 64 Aldrich, Dixie 65 Allen, Geoffrey 65 Allen, Jamie 91 Allen, Sherrie 91, 185 Allen, Wendy Allensworth, Jeffrey 91 Alles, LeeAnn 65 Allsman, Monty 91, 108 Allsman, Sherry 78 Almery, Daniel 65 Almery, Susan 18, 20, 90, Alpers, Suzanne 78 Althouse, Cami 44, 45, 58, 65 Anania, Traci 121, 143 Andersen, Troy 78 Anderson, Mr. Jack 159 Anderson, Jeffrey 78, 143 Anderson, Lara Anderson, Mark 78 Applebee, James Applebee, Travis 78 Arenas, Antonio

Argue, Hannah 78 Attenberger, David 90, 108, 130 Azadi, Barmah

B Bachman, Jay 78, 107, 140, 141, 178 Bahl, Brenda 64 Bahr, Stacy 90 Bailey, Amy 78, 112, 113 Bailey, Dale 91, 108 Bailey, James Bailey, Scott 78 Bair, Shane 64, 118 Baker, Dawn 64 Baker, Dirk 78, 141 Balas, Stephen 91 Bales, Timothy 78 Ballou, Barbara Ballou, John 141 Bankson, Allen 65 Bankson, Scott 65 Barnett, Jefferson 78 Barrett, Brian 91 Barry, Sandra 56, 57, 65, 76, 186 Bartels, Stanley 65 Bassett, John 78 Bauer, Kimberly 91, 143 Bauman, Lori 35, 78 Baus, Wendi 47, 78, 86, ·143 Beahr, Katherine 91 Beam, Shannon 65 Beebe, Kim 143 Beans, Michael 64 Beck, Michelle Leigh 61, 91, 117, 139 Beck, Michelle Lynn 78 Becker, Sandra 64 Beckler, Bryana 78, 121 Beckler, Dyana 78, 121 Beckman, Jeffrey 64

Rana Coble and Bryan Fisher enjoy a reflective moment after appearing in "Rhinoceros."

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Beebe, Kelly Beebe, Kimberly 78 Beem, Christopher 78 Behrens, Amy 90 Behrens, Paula 78, 122 Belknap, Vernon Bell, Stephanie 65 Beltz, Gerry 60, 78 Bender, Patricia 33, 65 Benedict, Lisa 98 Bennett, David 90, 108, 181 Bennett, Joseph 65 Bennett, Stacey 47, 65, 71 Berka, Mr. Melvin 146 Berks, Daniel 102, 103 Bernt, Brian 65 Bernt, Dwayne 90, 118, 181 Berry, Kim 90 Bevard, Naomi 91, 185 Bice, Delbert 91 Bierbaum, Randy 64, 76 Biggs, Ryan 78 Billings, Miss Margaret 146 Bills, Shennon 39, 61, 64 Bischof, Michael Bishop, Mrs. Nancy 146 Bixenmann, Julie 78 Black, Mr. Ellis 147 3lair, Charles 64 Blake, Jeffrey Blakely, Cleve 78 Blakenship, Rosey 65 Blue, Mr. Daryl 146 Bock, Kelly 78 Bodfield, Michael 91, 108 Boelter, Thomas 78 Bokelman, Kala 91 Bond, Kyle 65 Bonnett, Theresa 91 Boohar, Shelly 65 Borchers, Roger 65 Borgmann, Daniel 78 Borkowski, Joanne 91 Borman, Jennifer 79 Borrell, Jay 90 Borreson, Tracy 50, 79, 88 Boston, Leah 79 Bousselot, Michael 65 Bouwens, Jennifer 90, 117 Bouwens, Tamara 90, 115, 139 Bouwens, Shawn 64, 76, 102 Boward, Anthony 79, 107 Boyd, Michael 90, 108, 141 Boys Gymnastics 120, 121 Bozak, Bridget 91 Bozak, Stephen 107 Bradley, Michelle 42, 79, 191 Bradshaw, Terence Brannin, David 79 Brehm, Michael 60, 91, 122 Brennfoerder, Jill 91 Brewster, Kristine 61, 91, 98, 117, 131 Bringelson, Carin 28, 55, 79 Brittenham, Michael 91 Britton, Cindy 79 Brodecky, Louise 91 Broderick, Sean 79, 107 Brokofsky, Teri 90 Broman, Kenneth 64 Brophy, Tony 65, 76, 102 Brown, Danny 90, 181 Brown, Debra 79 Brown, Douglas Brown, Jennifer 64 Brown, Melanie 90 Brown, Timothy 90, 130

After capturing the distr ict t itle, the girls ' volleyball squad cele brates.

Brown, Mrs. Virginia 147 Brown, Mrs. Wanda 146 Brox, Timothy 52, 79 Bruggeman, Mrs. Ca th erine Brunkow, Jim 91 Bruns , Alan 79 Buchanan, Kelly 91 Buchanan, Ly netie79 Buchanan, Tracey 65 Buck, Garrett 91 Buckmaster, Wendy 91 Budler, Michael 23, 65, 76, 122 Buell, Matthew 79 Bui, Elizabeth 79, 121 Bui, Oanh 91 Bui, Tuan 79 Buresh, Lon nie 79, 102 Buresh, Michelle 91 Burianek , Rick 79 Burianek, Ricky 90 Burianek, Tamara 90 Burkey, Mark 90 Burkey, Michael Burt, Marc 79 Burt, Michael Burtch, E mily 46, 47, 65, 76 Busch, Jeffrey 79, 178, 179 Buss, Rey 33, 34, 65, 76 Buss, Steven 79, 107, 178, 179 Butts, Mrs. Barbara 161 Butts, Brenda 79

C Cain, Eric Calfee, Todd 79, 176 Callahan, Christopher 64 Campbell, Curtis 64 Campbell, Curtis Campbell, Gary Campbell, Mr. James 147 Candlelight 43 Cao, Them Tho 64 Caraway , Julie 79 Carbon, Heidi 90, 96, 117, 138, J 39 Card, Christopher 91 Carlson, Jennifer 91

Carl'son, Linda 79, 185 Carmo 'y, Dawn 30, 65, 184, 185 Carr, Diann 91, 142, 143 Carr, Rebecca 55, 65, 76, 112 Carr, Mr. Steven 14 7 Carter, Jeremy 79 Carstens, Mrs. Helen 148 Casburn, Pa ul 91 Cascini, Mrs. E dy the 148 Case, Dale 91 Case, Eric 65, 76, 102, 1 76 Casey. Angela Cassner, Monty 53, 76 Catt, Jacqueline 91 Cavanaugh, Lorraine 79 Cave, Stefanie 51, 65 Ceballos, Ruben 90, 121 Cecava, Brian 65, 118 Cech , Mr s. Sharon Ceder ah 1, Jay 58, 64, 76 Ceraolo, Anthony 23, 64 Cerny, Andrea 79 Cerny, Rian 79 Chaloupka, Ken ny Chaloupka, Susan 90 Chamber Singers 32, 33 Champoux, Dennis 79 , 120, 121 , 144 Chapelle, Jaffrey 64, 76, 102, 176 Chapman, Mr. Bruce 146 Chapman , Chad 65 Chelgren, Tamera 65, 185 Chick, Aileen 90, 115 Ch risten s en, Janet 65, 185 Christle, Michael 53, 79 Chuda, Buffie 58, 65, 76 Cink, Dustin 90 Cla ba ugh , Mrs. Lin d a 148 Clapp, David 79 Clark , Donald " D.J ." 80, 11 8 Cline, Melinda 80, 115 Cline, Michaele 65 Cobb, Cas sandra 91 Cobb , Tami 91 Coble, Ra na 36, 38, 39, 43, 80 Cochran , Dawn 80 Cochran , Michael Cockerham, Christina Cockrill , Stacy 80 Coffm a n , Stacey 80, 170, 186 Cole, J odean 91 Cole, Scott 80 Colerick, Mr. Richard 146 Collin gh a m , Mrs . Laura 146 Collins, Dawn 91 Collins, Kelly 91, 108, 141 Collins , Tammy 91 Collins, Troy 80 Collidge, Vonda 80 Collister , Mrs , Erm a l 146 Colon, Charles 8, 66, 76, 102, 103, 176 Colon , Mrs . Fran 148 Concert Band 22, 23 Concert Choir 30, 31 Condello , Craig Condello, J ason 90 Conn ot, Mr. Randall 146 Conrad, Rex 90 Converse, George 90 Cook, Mr. Gale 146 Coon ce, Bruce 6, 80 Coon ce, Daniel 66 Coonr od , Clinton 80 Coons, J ohn 66, 102 Copeland, Tanja 90 Cornell, Lloyd 91 Corni ng, J en nifer

Coulter, Billie 91 Cox, Derek 91 Craig, Crystal 66 Craig, Matthew 91 Craig, Michael 91 , 108, 181 Cramer, Carri 49, 66 Crandell, J ennifa 91 Cr a wford, Tommy 66 Criswell, Cayleen 92 Crocker, Anngee 92 Cronk, Larry 92 Cross Country 122, 123 Crosier, Theresa 92 Crozier, Mr. Lynn 148 Cuddy, Mrs. Bonita 160 Cunning, David Curtis , Brian 43, 92, 118 Curtis , Carrie 92, 93, 98 Curtis , Cathleen 34, 44, 45, 48, 66, 76 Curtright, Mr. Robert 149

So , is t h is w hat happens to Jason Graff a ft e r sp e ndi ng to o much tim e in the libra r y?

D Da harsh, Mich ael 80 Dakan , Bruce Dale, Sar a h 43, 80 Dami a n , An g ela 44, 45, 66, 76 Da niels, Angela Daniels, Helen E lizabeth 80 Danielson , Dayna 60, 61 , 80 Darling, Bradley 66, 102 Davis, Brian Scott 141 Davis, Bryan 80, 176 Davis, John 80 Davis, Michael 66 Dean , Jodie De Boer, Sean 80 DeBrie, Scott 93 Decker, Diane 80 Debat e 37 Delancey, Lori 80 Delisle, Angela Dennis, Darcy 93 Densberger , Cindy 93 Derowits ch , Ma rk 54, 66 Dettmer, Christy 80 Dewey , Amy 7, 80, 121

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DeWitt, Amy 33, 47, 66, 76 Dey, Richard 80 Dey, Ronald 58, 66 Diaz, Patrick 15, 33, 120, 121 Dickey, Scott 66 Dietrich, Angela 26, 93, 11 7 Dietrich, Mr. Harold 158 Diggs, Valerie Dightman, Gregory 61, 80, 107 Dill, Barbara 80 Dill , Theresa 92 Dillon, Kristine 66 Dillow, Jacques 92 Dinges, John Jay 28, 30, 34 Dinh, Coi Dirks, Larry 80 Divis, Lorie 92, 191 Divis , Renee 8, 27, 47, 66, 76, 191 Dlouhy, Ted 66, 118, 119 Domingo, Bradley 92, 108, 181 Donahoo, Carol 80 Donahoo, Karen 36, 39, 66 Donahoo, Kenneth 80, 107 Donaldson, Lori 66 Donovan, Andrew 92, 121 Dormer, Delmer Downs, Lucinda 92 Dowse, Denise Drake, Dean 93, 108, 129, 178, 179 Drake, Joan 93, 131 Drake, Randy 66 Dra per, James 80 Dreier, Frank Drews, Andy Drozda, Diane 66 Duensing, Julie 27, 66, 76 Duerr, Eric 80 Duerr, Jennifer 93, 131 Dukes , Janelle 61 , 80 Duncan, William 80, 102 Duntz, Edward Durden, Jodie 66 Durst, John Durst, Kimberly Dvorak, Larry 6 Dyer, Candy 49, 93

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Jodi Prey takes a break between classes.

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Eastep, Jay 92 Eberhardt, Gerald 92 Eberhardt, Jesse 66 Eckman, Steven 80, 178 Eden, Mrs. Rita 160 Edgecombe, Lisa 92 Edwards, Amy 92 Egger, John 92, 108 Egger, Samantha Egger, Soni 66, 143 Eggerling, James 80 Ehlers, Mike 36, Ehlers, David Eiland, Christopher 66 Eiland, Garrett 92, 108 Eischeid, Stephanie 39, 93 Elfring, Jennifer 80 Elliott, Brent 66 Elliott, James 93 Ellis, Amy 36, 80 Eloge, Thomas 93 Els, Mr. Robert 149 Enders, Craig 23, 66 Engel, Denise 66 Engelhart, Stacey 93, 114, 115, 139 Epp, Alain-Rene 60, 80, 100 Eppens, Stephen 80, 107, 143 Erickson, Mark Ernst, Holly 15, 44, 45, 66, 76, 185 Ernst, James 80 Ersch, Michael 92, 108, 181 Eschenbrenner, Wade 92, 130, 180, 181 Estrada, Gregory

F Fabry, Sonja 16, 80, 134, 170, 186, 187 Farrell, Donald Farwell, Kimberly 80 Faubel, Mrs. Judy 161 Faust, Eric 92 Fauth, Nicole 92 Fauver, Mrs. Thais 146 Fazel, Nicole 49, 93 Finch, Dina 80 Fisher, Bryan 28, 33, 39, 43, 66 Fisher, Tracey 50, 80 Flagel, Rachelle 80, 122 Flagel, Randall 93 Flaherty, Jacqueline 93 Fleck, Markus 26, 33 Fletcher, Cory 28, 81, 188 Flink, Angela 8 Flynn, Shane 16, 81 Folden, Chad 81 Foley, Michael Folkers, Angela 44, 45, 48, 52, 66, 76 Folsom, Jeffrey "Fools" 40, 41 Foster, Joseph 54 Fotinos, Shawn 93 Fournier, Sharon 34, 66, 76 Fountain, Jeffrey 66 Frahm, Rhonda 6, 54, 66, 67, 76, 186, 187 Frain, Jennifer 93 Frain, Michael 121 Francisco, Lorianna 35, 39, 43, 67 Frazer, Jacqueline 81, 115 Freeman, JoRene 81 Freeman, Shane 81 Freese, Mr. Robert 149 French, Mark 93 Frerichs, Jarrod 8 Friebel, Michael 92 Friel, Jeffrey

Triple Trio members Jodi Prey and Jill Williams sing a duet at the Soup Supper.

Fritchie, Mitchell 92, 108 Fritchie, Leigh 67 Fritter-Clough, Shanna 81 Frohn, Diane 92, 131 Frohn, Jeffrey 67, 76, 102, Fryrear, Mrs. Connie 162 Fryrear, Lance 92, 118 Fuhrer, Michael 10, 67, 102, 104 Fusco, Karin 67 Future Business Leaders of America 56, 57 Future Farmers of America 58, 59

G Gaffney, Heather 81 Gannon, Scott 93 Garner, Mark 81, 107 Garrow, Tammy 81 Gartzke, Deborah 67 Gast, Mrs. Mary Jean 149 Gaston, Michelle 81 Gates, Diane Gawrick , Keith 67, 76, 102, 104, 144, 176 Geister, Gerald Gelinne, Karla 81 Genrich, Mrs. Sandra 149 Gerdes, Jeffrey 93 Gerken, Cory Gibbons, Beth 93, 143 Giles, Daniel 67 Gilleland, Tanya Gillette, Jennifer 81 Gilliland, Brad 93, 96 Gillis, Timothy 60, 61, 67 Gilroy, Tracy 47, 81, 120, 121 Girls Gymnastics 120, 121 Girmus, Miss Laura 162 Gleason, Renee 93 Gocke, Michelle 93 Goeschel, Laura 67 Gonzalez, Annette 81 Goodban, Mark 92, 122 Gordon, David 92 Gossard, Bobbi Gould, Andrew Gould, Kelly 67 Gould, Sunny 81 Grafelman, Carla 27, 56, 67, 76, 186 Graff, Amy 92 Graff, Jason 41, 81, 122 Graham, Melissa 92

Gray, Gene 93 Gray, Glenda 67 Gray, Karen 81 Gray, Shannon 93 Graybill, Marcella 67 Grieser, Darla 27, 44, 45, 48, 67, 76, 185 Griess, Jason 67, 102, 125, 127 Griffiths, Jodie 67 Grigsby, Jayson 81 Groothius, Karri 18, 81, 141 Gropp, Jonnie 93, 181 Gropp, Robbi 67 Gropp, Robert 67, 102 Gross, Pamela 12, 78, 81, 112 Grosshans, Kimberly 93, 134, 185 Guilliams, Patrick 106, 107 Guilliatt, Robin 67

H Haas, Michelle 81 Hahn, Jaimi 42, 81, 185 Hald, Alan 92, 118 Hall, Bruce 81, 143 Hall, Gregory 81, 141 Hall, James 81 Hall, Ronda 68 Hamersma, Todd 81 Hamill, Christine 49, 68 Hamill, Dennis 92, 108 Hanneman, Mrs. Paula 159 Hansen, Christine 49, 81 Hansen, Dale 68 Hansen, Debra 33, 68, 76 Hansen, James 92, 108 Hansen, Jill 68 Hansen, Jody 92, 108, 142, 143 Hansen, Dale Hansen, Natalie 82 Hansen, Richard 6, 36, 61, 68, 76, 122 Hansen, Steven 68 Hansen, Traci 82, 112, 114, 115, 139, 185 Hanshew, Douglas 82 Hansson, Gary 92, 108 Hanus, Kathryn 35, 56, 68, 76 Barbers, Kimberly 92 Hardesty, Patrick 28, 32, 33, 34, 82, 107, 183 Harig, Jeffrey 93, 108 Harner, Michelle 93 Harpham, Brian 93, 108, 141 Harris, Janet 93 Hart, Michelle 92, 117, 131 Hart, Paul Michael Hartshorn, Angela Hartung, Clinton 82 Hartung, Randall 82 Hartung, Rebecca 82, 87, 122, 123, 185 Harvey, Jane Hassenplug, Sally Haugen, Kimberly 92 Hauptmeier, Clinton 28, 33, 82, 107 Hayes, Terry 68 Hays, Jeffrey 92, 141 Heffelfinger, Mr. Robert 150 Heidemann, John 68 Heinsigner, Rodney 82 Heiser, Terry 68 Heiser, Ty 8, 68, 102, 103, 176, 177, 191 Heitman, Sean 68 Helget, Amy 68 Helmers, Brian 82, 107 Helmstadter, Daniel 92 Helmstadter, Scott Helter, Darin 92

Senior Ron Price shows his feelings toward Omaha Northwest at the State Basketball Tournament in March. Northeast was defeated in the semifinals 48-45.

Helter, Jason Hempel, Christine 52, 68, 76, 134 Henderson, Shannon 68 Hendricks, Mitchel 52, 68, 76 Hendrickson, Julie 26, ·68, 76 Henke, Kenny 82 Henke, Todd 68 Hennington, Angela 92, 96 Henrichson, Terri 82 Henriksen, Charlotte 55, 68 Henry, Mark 93 Herel, James 69 Hergert, Layne 82, 107 Herman, Carrie 69 Heuer, Marissa 82 Higer, Dawn 82 Hill, Erick 42, 82, 107 Hill, Jerrid Hillary, Kristine 82 Hillis, Jeffrey 93 Hindera, Scott 93 Hines, Brenton 93, 108 Hitz, Trisha 6, 69, 71, 76 Hoage, Douglas 82 Hoang, Phuong Dung Thi Hoang, Phuong Lan Thi 94 Hoegemeyer, Philip 24 Hoelk, Kenneth 94 Hoerle, Tammy 69 Hoffman, Todd 94 Holle, Kevin 94 .

Holt, Lynda 28, 34, 69, 76, 184, 185 Holy, Erik 127 Holy, Lisa 94 Holzhey, Charles 69 Hoose, Gerald 69 Hopkins, Alicia 69, 122 Horizons 35 Horky, Kelli 68, 69, 76, 112, 113, 134 Houser, Michelle 33, 121 Hovland, Steven Howard, Kimberly 27, 47, 76

Howard, Sabrina Howard, Willie 82 Howell, Katherine Howell, Michelle 24, 28, 33, 36, 38, 39, 69, 76 Hubbard, Michael 59 Huber, Christopher 94, 143 Hubka, Shelly 82 Hudson, Cammy 50, 82 Hudson, Jay Huffman, Vernon 95 Hug, Mrs. Carolyn 150 Hulbert, Brenton 95 Hunt, David 95, 181 Hunter, Mr. David 150

I Inness, Dawn 61, 69 International Club 55 Isaacson, Mrs. Edith 150

J Jackson, Jeffrey 95 Jacobsen, Lori 82 Jacobsen, Thomas 69, 76 Jacox, Travis 94 James, Jennifer 94 James, Kevin 69, 102 James, Kimberly 76 James, Richard 94 James, Mr. Robert 146 Jenkins, Scott 94, 118 Jensen, Jeffrey Jensen, Trudy 69 Jeppson, Rebecca 34, 82 Jinright, Stacy Jipp, Lesa 94 Jiskra, Gary 82

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Johnson, Brian 69 Johnson, Mr. Ed 132, 133, 146 Johnson,Jay 69, 76,118,126,127,133 Johnson, Gina 82 Johnson, Nathaniel 94, 107, 129, 130 Johnson, Patricia 95 Johnson, Rodney 82 Johnson, Theresa 82 Johnston, Mrs. Susan 150 Jones, Darin 82 Jones, David 82, 107 Jones, Kerri 95, 98 Jones, Michelle 69, 76 Jones, Scott 95, 108 J ordal, Lori 82 Jordan, Amy 61, 95, 143 Jording, Rebecca 69, 76 J udds, Pamela 83 Jurgens, Cory 83 Jurgens, Jacqualyn 94 Jurgens, Kevin Jurgens, Richard 94 Justus, Katherine 94, 131

Kehm, Nickole 95 Kelly, Michael 83 Kelso, Codie 95 Kempston, Jana 51, 69 Kendall, Kelli 95 Kennedy, Gregory Kennedy, Melissa 44, 45, 69, 77 Kennell, Lee 83 Kennett, Shawn 83, 107, 129, 178 Kersten, Karin 61, 69 Kent, Dennis 94 Keyser, Kelly 69 Kimm en, Nancy 69 King, Michael 36, 39, 43, 83 Kingston, Mrs. Constance 151 Kinney, Christopher 94 Kinnison, Zandra 94 Kirk, Tammy Kirkpatrick, Richard 69, 77, 102 Kliment, Melissa 94 Kline, Kandi Kline, Kevin 11, 83, 107, 178 Klinker, David Kloke, Cindy 94, 115, 131 When you have millions of girls chasing you, Mark Mandery (right) knows you have to be "Honestly Sincere."

Kreycik, Beth 94 Kroeger, Mr. Jerry 160 Kroon, Douglas 94 Kruger, Jennifer 83 Kruse, Mark 69 Kubes, Barbara 94 Kugler, Shanna 94 Kuhlman, Troy 83 Kumpost, Kerri 83 Kurtz, Jennifer 69 Kuta, Julie 69

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During a pep rally, senior Pam. Woodward attempts to drop whipped cream into Bryan Fisher's mouth during class competition.

K Kacirek, Karen 46, 47, 69, 77 Kacirek, Thomas 94, 129, 180, 181 Kada vy, Robert Kaltenberger, Mr. Doug 151 Kant, Robert 94, 130, 181 Karle, Stephanie 83 Kaser, Mr. Kenneth 151 Kasl, William 41, 83 Kassebaum, Brian 69, 77 Kastner, Brian Kaufman, David 94 Kaup, Crystal 42, 83, 185 Kavan, Ryan 95

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Kloke, Mark 69 Kloke, Michael 69 Knittle, Michael 83, 143 Knox, Tracey 69 Knudsen, Brent 69 Knudson, Heather 94 Koch, James 20, 24, 83 Koch, Lisa 61, 83 Koch, Stephen 83 Koertje, Patrick 95, 108 Koester, Eric 26, 83 Kolb, Keri 95 Kometscher, Todd 95 Kortus, Thomas 95, 108, 182 Kost, Julie 94 Kost, Melissa 69

LaBelle, Sherri 83 Lacey, Douglas Lacey, Shawn 83 Lafollette, Janet 161 Lambert, Jonathan 70 Lamphear, Douglas 70 Landis, Matthew 94 Landkamer, Casey 70 Landkamer, Daniel 83 Landkamer, Kellie 95 Lanham, Scott 70 Lantz, James III 95, 108 Lantz-Smith, Janelle 70 Larchick, Jon 28, 83,106,107,141,144 Larsen, Carol 11, 47, 83, 121, 191 Larson, Christopher 70, 77 Larson, James 95, 143 Laundreaux, Stephanie Lauver, Steven 58, 83 Lawrence, Penny 70 Lawson, Gregory 28 Lawson, Nicco 95 Lebo, James Lebsack, Scott Lederer, Matthew 94 Lee, Robert Leever, Mr. Jerry 151 Leiting, Tami 83 Lengel, Stanley 94 Lenhoff, Christopher 181 Lesoing, Daniel 94, 108, 129 Lewis, Joleen 70

Mara, Steven Marching Band 18, 19, 20, 21 Mariscal, Richard Marolf, Mr. Dick 152 Marsh, Richard 83, 107 Martaus, Nicole 83 Martaus, Penny 94 Martin, Arien 83, 178 Martin, Brian 70 Martin, Chadwick 70 Martin, Jerome 61, 70, 77, 143 Martin, Timothy 70 Martinez, Marvlyn Martison, Christopher 83, 118 Mason, Eric 24, 94 Mason, Mark 75, 77 Mason, Stephanie 70 Masters, Brian 83 Masters, Lara 83 Masters, Troy 83, 141 Matthews, Michelle 95, 115, 139, 184, 185 Mattingly, Dana 83 Mau, Jennifer 83, 100, 112, 113, 134, 135, 144,170,186 ' May, Deborah 35, 70, 77 Mayfield, Bradley 8, 34, 70, 77, 102, 176, .

177 Mayfield, Michelle 51, 70 McClaine, Todd 180, 181 McCloskey, Ron 83, 107, 178 McConkey, Jeffrey 95 McConkey, Todd 84 McCormick, Mr. John 152 McCormick, Jon 84, 107, 188, 189 McDonald, Michael 70 Mach, Mr. Don 152 McDiffett, Patricia 26, 59, 84 Machacek, Rodney 70 McFarland, Nicole 95 Machado, John 70, 143 McGinnis, Wade 84 Maddox, Robert 58, 59, 70, 188 McGrew, Melissa 121 Magree, Angie 142, 143 McIntyre, Mr. John 152 Magree, Karin 70 McKay, Dawn 49, 84 Mahoney, John 94, 181 McKie, Patrick 95, 130 Makovicka, Shane 83, 107 McKinney, Lisa 84 Mallatt, Mr. Patrick 152 McLain, Todd 94 Maly, Mr. William 152 McMahill, Daniel 84 Mandery, Mark 33, 52, 70, 77 McManus, John 70, 102, 141 Manley, Weldon 94 McMaster, Laurie 33, 84, 115 Manning, Troy 92, 94 McNeese, Cynthia 94 McReynolds, Kevin 24, 81, 84, 183 Meales, Kim 61 Meistersingers 34 Mericle, Tammy 94, 121 Mero, Ramona 70 Merritt, Brian 94 Merritt, Lindy 70 Mertes, Kimberly 94 Mertz, Dawn 34, 47, 84, 86 Meyer, Ray 102 Meyers, Jennifer 94 Michaelson, Eliane 95, 115, 139 Michaud, 1'roy 84 Mielke, Janet 70, 77, 185 Miller, Cindy 84 Miller, Darin 19, 95 Miller, Mr. Jon 153 Miller, Stephanie 28, 30, 70, 77 Miller, Susan 84 Mills, Mark 70, 77, 102 Minnick, Traci 82, 84 Mitchell, Tina 95 Mituro, Dorota Mobley, Karin 71 Moeller, Chip 38, 39, 43, 84 Moeller, Gordon 95 Mohlman, Monica 84 Senior Jay Cederdahl casts a casual Mohr, Michael glance at the camera.

Leybold, Christopher 94 Leybold, Karla 36, 55, 83 Lind, Kathleen 26, 83 Linderman, Justina 48, 49, 83 Lingard, Lynnette Lionberger, Amy 61, 83 Lionberger, Daniel 70 Lipsky, Scott 83 Litt, Dawn 94 Loehr, Mr. Andrew 151 Logan, Christina 70 Logan, Jessica Lollmann, Laurie 83 Long, Mrs. Mary 159 Long, Michael 95, 108, 130, 181 Loos, Jimmie 24, 70, 77 Loos, Jodi Lott, Sheila 56, 83 Love, Jeffrey 83, 107 Lovell, Megan 33, 47, 83 Lubben, Jamison 83, 107 Ludwig, Josie Ludwig, John 70 Ludwig, Lane 95 Ludwig, Shane 95 Lutes, Mary 70 Lutz, Amy 95 Lyman, Gregory 94 Lyman, Larry 70 Lynn, Jennifer 83 Lyon, Mark 83, 141

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Dave Wattjes takes down the net after his final varsity game at Northeast . After winning the District A-4 title, the Rockets played in the State Tournament .

Moniz, Lori 96 Monroe, Tammy Montgomery, Elizabeth 68, 71, 76, 111, 112, 134, 135, 185 Mook, Kelly 96, 131 Moore, Mr. Barry 159 Moore, Leann 71 Moravec, Amy 28, 30, 33, 82, 84 Morehead, Rodney 96 Morgan, Vicki 71 Moritz, Aletha Morningstar, Jerry 71 Morrison, Timothy Motis, Kristi 96 Mothershed, Theodore 102 Moya, Scott 84 Moyer, Brian 97 Moyer, Kevin 84 Mueller, Mr. Adam "Jack" 153 Muff, Darla 84 Mundall, Tyler 97 Muniz, Nancy 97 Munn, Carrie 97 Munn, Margaret Munson, Robert 61, 71, 77, 102 Murkle, DeAnn 14, 71 , Murphy, David 71 Murphy , James 97, 108, 130 Murphy, Patricia 84 Murray , Fran cine 71 Murray, Joni 97 Murray , Julie 71 Musil, Frank 84 Myers, Raymond Myers, Trent 96

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Simpson, Michael 98 Singleton, Jana 98 Singleton, Stephen 74, 77, 190 Sipes, Carrie 98 Sipherd, David 74, 121 Sis, Joseph 86, 127 Skaggs, Paula 74 Skaggs, Robert Skala, Rodney 74 Skinner, Cliti 86 Skoda, Brenda 86 Skov, Anthony 74 Skove, Anthony 11 Slagle, Debra 86 Slechta, Marta 37, 98 Slips, Todd 86 Small Bear, Monica 99 Smid, Roxanne 99 Smith, Casey 23, 86, 122, 138, 139 Smith, Clinton Smith, Diane 86, 134, 185 Smith, Douglas Smith, Gregory 74 Smith, Lisa 28, 74 Smith, Lori Smith, Marilyn Smith, Richard 99, 108, 130 Smith, Robert Smith, Valerie 26, 74, 77, 122, 185 Smith, Wendy 99 Snook, Jenifer 99 Snook, Robin 86 Snyder, Timothy 99, 129 Soflin, Kathleen 98 Sophomore Boys Basketball Sophomore Girls Basketball Sophomore Volleyball 116, 117 Sovereign, Craig 98, 143 Spahni, Mrs. Maryann 156 Spale, Michelle 87 Spale, Shannon 36, 74 Speer, Christine 49, 74, 186 Spencer, Lorrie 87 Sphon, Kristine 36, 39, 40, 87 Spicha, Laura 98 Spidel, Barbara Spidel, Shannon 98 Spitser, Kirsten 99 Spotlight 42 Squire, Stacy 99 Stage Band 24, 25 Stahlmalm, Patrik Stake, Melissa 60, 61, 87 Standley, Shane 87, 122 Star, Todd 87 Starr, Mrs. Betty 162 Starke!, David 74 Starke}, Jacob 99 Steele, Krishelle 43, 99 Stelk, Mrs . Alinda 157 Stephens, Scott 99 Stephenson, Mrs. Debra 157 Stewart, Paul Stewart, Robert Stiles, Mrs. Adell 157 Stilwell, Barry 74 Stitt, Timothy Stoppel, Terry 87 Story, Mrs. Phyllis 157 Story, Mr. William 157 Strange, Mr. David Strange, Mrs. Janice 157 Strauss, Stephen 34, 74, 102, 183 Street, Sean 87 Strouf, Jacqueline 74 Stuchl, Kenneth 87

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Stuchl, Shannon 99 Student Council 60, 61 Stuefer, Connie 98 Stuefer, Katherine 74 Sullivan, Lisa 87 Sullivan, Michael 87 Sumner, David Sumner, Dominic 107 Sutton, Sheila 98 Svehla, David 89, 102, 103, 104, 124, 126, 127,176 Svoboda, Wendy 87, 139 Swanson, Darrin 28, 29, 34, 38, 39, 74, 77 Swanson, Lisa 74 Swartz, Jeffrey 98 Sweem, Mr. Donald 158 Swimming Swing Choir 28, 29 Swisher, Fawn 98 Swisher, Shawn 87, 102, 140, 141 Swoboda, Shari 87

Van Ackern, Tammy 88 Van Amerongen, Gerald 99 Van Cleaf, Jessica 99 Van Meer, Cheri Van Zandt, Ann 18, 44, 45, 74 Vang, Dennis 88 Varga, Christopher 24 Varga, Jason 99 Varrati, John 99, 108, 109, 130, 176, 178 Varsity Boys Basketball 124, 125, 126, 12'.

Varsity Boys Tennis 118, 119 Varsity Cheerleaders 44, 45 Varsity Football 102, 103, 104, 105 Varsity Girls Basketball Varsity Volleyball 110, 111, 112, 113 Vasquez, Allen 88, 143

T Taylor, Jeffrey Taylor, William 99 Teachman, Teresa 99 Tejral, Linda 87 Thelen, Marsha 61, 99, 116, 117, 139 Thelen, Lisa 30, 74 Thienel, Brenda 121 Thomas, Mr. Buren 158 Thomas, Joseph 87 Thompson, Angela J. 74 Thompson, Angela R. 74 Thompson, Jeffrey 87, 107, 178 Thompson, Lynda 33, 46, 77 Thomsen, Kristine 87 Thomsem, Lori 87 Thorngate, Scott 7 4 Tillberg, Randi 99 Tindle, Corintha 87 Tingley, Steven Tipton, Christine 87 Tompkin, Mary 16, 55, 87 Toomey, Cary 15, 74 Trambly, Josh 99, 108, 129, 178 Trauernicht, Lana 87 Tripe, Pamela 74, 77 Triple Trio 27 Triplette, Asa 99 Truax, Michael 74 Truksa, Teresa 6, 67, 74, 77 Tubach, Christian 98 Tubbs, Jennifer Tucker, Nicole 98 Tumbleson, Lisa 87 Turek, Jeffrey 87 Turek, Tammy 74 Turner, Kimberly 87 Tuttle, Vicki 98 Twirlers 51 Tyrrel, Mrs. Cindy 160

u Ude, Lisa 96, 98, 139 Unverferth, Kevin 74 Upton, Shelley 88 Urban, Tracy 61, 99

V Vacha, Michelle 74

Sophomore quarterback John Varrati gets set to hand off.

Vasquez, Valerie V culek, Daniel 88, 107 Vejraska, Jeremy 88 Verbeek, Julie Vercellino, Mrs. Sandra 146 Vergith, Stephanie 74 Vetter, Marcie 74 Vlcek, Brian 74, 102 Vokolek, D.J. 88, 102, 178 Voorhies, Harmony 99 Vosler, Rod 98 Vosler, Tina 98 Vrana, Deana 88

w Wachter, Stephanie 49, 88 Wagner, Nancy 51, 74 Waldo, Amy 74 Waldo, Deborah 88 Walek, Andrea 98, 110, 112, 134 Walker, Barbara 88 Walker, Darin 74 Walker, James 75, 77, 102 Wallick, Karen Wallick, Kathryn 51, 75 Walter, Daniel 98, 130 Walton, Daniel 98, 108, 141 Walsh, Brenda 75

Windels , Michael 89 Winningar, Laurie 99 Winningham , Samantha 98 Wittler, Ronald 93, 98, 129, 181 Wixson , Karen 53, 89, 205 Wobig, Da vid 98 Wohlers . Mr. Robert 146 Wolf, Kimberly 98 Wood, Robert 89 Wood , William 89 Woodman , Nichole 75 Woods , Michael 75, 102, 103 Woodshank, John 6, 75, 77, 102 Woodward , Pamela 8, 12, 68, 75, 77, llO, 112, 113, 134, 135, 144 Woolhiser, Jacki 28, 50, 89 Worm, Jennifer 99 Worm, Kari 49, 89 Wrasse, Julie 89 Wrestling Wrigh t, Christi 75 Wrigh t, Mich ael 99, 108

Northeast High, a long with the rest of the nation, mourned the loss of seven fellow Americans who d ied January 28 when the space shuttle Challenger exploded shortly after lift-off and plunged into the Atlantic Ocean. One of the seven was schoolteache r Christa McAuliffe, the first civilian to ride the shuttle.

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White, Kimberly 98 White, Michelle 24, 98, 190 White, Patricia 88 White, Troy 75 Whitehurst, Alicia 75 Whitehurst, Amy 98 Whitten, Lara 88 Wicken, Kelly 75, 77 Wiebe, Danelle 75 Wiegert, Mark 89 Wiegert, Shelley 61, 75 Wiese, Paul 89 Will, Kelly 89 Willemsen, Mr. Henry 158 Williams, Faith 75 Williams, Gregory 75 Williams, Jill 27, 36, 38, 39, 87, 89 Williams, Joan 47, 89, 185 Williams, Jonie 33, 99 Williams, Kenneth 99 Williams, Lisa 99 Williams, Mary 89 Williams, Michelle 89 Williams, Tania 89 Williams, Tracy 99 Williamsen, Michele Wills, Sue 89 Wilson, Jen nifer 99, ll6, ll 7 Wilson, Kelley Wilson, Michelle 51, 89 Wilson, Randy Windels, Kerry 50, 89

Te r e sa Truksa finds that the library is a per{ect pla ce fo r those late assignme nts.

Wright , Rhonda 75 Wright, Robert Wright , Russell 75 Wrightsma n , Kristy 75 Wurm, James 89, 107, 178 Wylie, Joan 99 Wylie, Patrick

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Parker, Jeffrey 97, 108, 130, 188 Parrott, Todd 96 Passehl, Daniel 75 Patak, Kevin 85 Paulson, John 96 Pavey, Amy 85 Peacock, Dwayne 96 Pearl, James 85 Pearson, Rodney 85 Peate, Craig 72 Peet, Terri 85 Peralez, Kenneth 24, 72 Peralez, Michelle 85 Perkins, Christie 72, 77 Perkins, Jennifer 96 Perkins, Kindra 96 Perkins, Lance Perkins, Willie 96, 102, 124, 127, Perry, Bobbette 96 Perry, Mr. James 154 Persinger, Lori 97 Peters, Mrs. Sandra 154 Petersen , Chad 72, 77, 122, 188, 189 Peterson, Charla 97 Peterson, Eric 24, 72 Peterson, Mrs. Jean 155 Peterson, Jeffrey 190 Peterson, Michael 85, 102, 127, 128, 178 Peterson, Sandy 72 Peterson, Theresa 85 Pfeiffer, Mr. Phil 146 Phillips, Dave 97 Phillips, Jeffrey 85 Phillips, Timothy Pickard, Philip 85 Pierce, Brian 97, 141 Pierce, Cory 96 Pierson, Anna 72 Pierson, Rebekah 26, 96, 185 Pietrowski, Peter Pitches, Shari 96 Plantz, Steven 85 Plith, Mr. Kenneth 155 Plumb, Troy 11, 96, 129, 182 Plummer, Richard Plummer, Tamara 96, 116, 117 Pollard, Angela 72 Pollard, Rod 85 Pollema, Valerie 85

Rabago, Stephanie 49, 96 Rada, Paul 72 Rahe, Julie 27, 68, 72, 77, 112, 185 Rahrs, Jeffrey 72 Rains, Dirk 85, 102 Rakow, Jeri 72 Ramos, Michael 96 Randall, Jeffrey 96 Randall, Sean 85 Rangel, Alvaro Rank, Brian 107, 130 Rankin, Lance 97 Rasmussen, Sheila 85 Rathe, Mr. James 155 Rathe, Vicki 85, 112, 134 Ra vins, Denise 85 Raymer, Mr. Bruce 155 Rea, Angie 72 Ream, Melissa 97 Rediger, Scott 73 Redling, Brenda 33, 56, 57, 73 Reed, Alan 102 Reed, Brian 68, 73 Reed, Mr. Bruce 155 Reed, Donald 85, 141 Reikofski, Shelly 85 Reints, Ronald 85 Rekte, Kevin 85 Renick, Scott 85 Reserve Boys Basketball Reserve Cheerleaders 50 Reserve Football 106, 107 Reserve Girls Basketball Reserve Volleyball 114, 115 Reubenking, William Reynolds, David 24, 73 Reynolds, Shelly 73 Reznicek, Dawn 73 "Rhinoceros" 38, 39 Rice, James 73 Richardson, Brad 85, 125, 126, 127, 144, 191, 182 Richardson, Jody 73 Ridolfi-Hudson, Amy R~dpath, Patrick 85, 102, 128, 129 R1ege, Gregory 73, 102 Rigby, Jeffery 85, 118 Riggs, Shane 97 Riha, Brenda 85 Riha, Sandra 85 Riley, Thomas 73, 102 Rine, Mrs. Shirley 146 Ring, Tamara 97 Rinke, Kimberly 85, 191

Ripley, Michael 85, 127, 128, 178 Rippe, Michael Rising, Brad 61 , 73, 176 Rivers , Cheri 96 Rivers , Kelly 85 Robertson, William 85 Robinson, Spencer 85, 107, 178 Robinson, Theresa 8, 14, 28, 29, 47, 73, Robison, Mrs. Naomi 159 Rockemann, Mark 85 Rockemann, Wanda 56, 73, 190 ROCKET 52, 53 Roeber, Kelli-Anne 16, 27, 85 Roemmich, Douglas 6, 73 Roesler, Rebecca 12, 35, 85, 114, 115, 138, 139, 185 Roether, Michelle 96 Rogers, Amy 85 Rogers, Angela Rogers , Burnadette 85 Rogers, Dessa Rogers , Melissa 56, 73, 77 Rogers, Sandra 73 Rogge, Bill 60 Rogge, Robert 73 Rogge, Ronald 73, 77, 122 Rogge, Mr. Willia m 156 Rogman , Joe 85 Rohan, Courtney 12, 85 Rolenc, Robert Rook, Catherine 22, 51, 96 Rose, Missy 85 Rosecrans , Jana 73 Rosen, Jeffery 85 Ross , Kristen 47, 85, 121 Ross, Patty 73 Ross, Tracy 73, 102 Roth, Rick 85 Rowe, Ryan 96 Rumfelt, David 97 Russell, Jerry 85, 107 Rutt, Debra Rutt, John 86 Rutt, William 86

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Sands, Miss Barbara Sanley, Brian 97 Sarringar, Julie 73, 134, 135 Savage, Christy 97 Sayer, Linda 35, 77 Sayer, Melissa 86 Scaggs, David 39, 40, 86 Schaffer, Rick 20, 32 Schaffer, Todd 86 Schaub, Stewart 97, 143

Senior Steve Strauss doffs his hat at a pretty young maiden.

Sabin, Patrick 73, 77, 176 Sacks, David 73, 118, 176

In December the Updowntowners staged a parade thr~ugh the streets of Lincoln. A first time event for many people, the parade was a huge success.

Coach Ed Johnson announces his retirement at a press confer ence in April.

Scheel, Paul 96, 108 Scheffert, Mrs. Leona 159 Scheinost, Carla 86 Scheinost, Carol 86 Schelby, Suzanne 61 , 86 Schiermann, Christopher 96 Schilke, Jamie 86 Schilke, ,Jeffrey 96 Schilke, Jerry 86 Schlecht, Kristina 86 Schleiger, Willard 96 Schlicker, Serena 73 Schlosser, Lance 28, 97, 108, 109, 130, 183, 191 .

Schlosser, Lenora 6, 43, 73 Schmale, Alisa 97, 131 Schmohr, John 86 Schneider, Brett 86 Schneider, Teresa 86 Schnell, Karey 97 Schoeppner, Troy 97, 130 Scholl, Melody 73 Schomaker, Laura 97 Schreiber, Donald Schriner, Michelle 97, 121

Schriner, Stacey Schrock, Heather 93, 98, 131 Schulenberg, Mrs. Elizabeth 156 Schumann, Mrs. Nesha 146 Schwab, Roger 141 Schwartz, Danielle 86 Schwichtenberg, Sue 52, 86 Schwindt, Lyn 98, 117, 131, 185 Scott, Mrs. Claudine 146 Scott, Leonard 86 Scott, Michelle 73, 77 Scott, Tammie Scott, Tracey 86 Searle, Steven 6, 73, 77, 176 Seefus, Robert Sehnert, Sean Sell, Carrie 86 Selters, Gordon Seng, Mr. Leroy 156 Seng, Phillip 98 Settles, Laurie 86 Shaffer, Rick 33, 84, 86 Shaw, Doyt 86 Shaw, Richard 53, 73, 77, 102 Shaw, Samuel 86, 106, 107, 129, 188 Sheridan, Louis 7, 34, 86, 127, 176 Sheridan, Matthew 86 · Sherman , Michael 86 Sherman, Steven 98 Shields, Steve 36, 39, 40, 86 Shonerd, Jay Shortridge, Robby 99, 108 Shriner, Wayne 39, 99 Siebe, Carol 99, 115, 138, 139, 185 Siefker, Dennis 99, 121 Siefker, Gena 99 Siefker, Robin 86 Siefker, William 73 Siegl, Daniel 12, 75 Sievers, Craig Sills, Daniel 86 Simmons , Traci 73 Simons, Gena 86 Simons, Laura 99

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Gone but not forgotten After teaching mathematics at Northeast for nearly 24 years, Robert Wohlers is no longer with us. Physically he is gone. But, all of us who knew him as a teacher, colleague, or friend know that he is still very much a part of our school and our community.

When we see a smile or hear laughter, we are reminded of his sense of humor-how he would joke with us about our mistakes and our accomplishments. When we see a student excel, we are reminded of his pursuit of excellence-how he strived to get each student to work up to their capacity. When we observe a student resolve a personal problem, we are reminded of his concern for his students-how he would counsel with students about their behavior, attendance, study habits, and other areas of concern.

Mr. Wohlers' philosophy of teaching may be summarized by the following quotation, which was found in his desk: "The teacher sets a standard for excellence that they themselves model by being prepared for each lesson, by beginning every class on time, by promptly correcting and returning quizzes and tests, and by spending the entire class period actively involved in teaching mathematics."

Mr. Wohlers is gone, but he is not forgotten.

Buren Thomas Department of Mathematics

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I shall pass this way but once,

any good thing therefore that I can do, Or any kindness that I can show, let me do it now.

Let me not defer it or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.

-Stephen G rellet

In Closing . . .

The theme "The Rockets Were Here" was chosen to represent the impact that Northeast High has on its community. However, I feel the meaning is much deeper than that. I think the theme represents each one of us as individuals, and the impact that we have on our school. For without all of us, Lincoln Northeast could not survive.

The year 1986 was one of joy and sorrow, accomplishment and failure.

In putting together this yearbook, the 1986 ROCKET staff tried to cap- · ture those memories and record them. Although not all of the memories may be happy ones, they are a part of what made this year unique.

The 1986 ROCKET staff would like to thank the student body and administration of Northeast for their cooperation with our many interviews and photo sessions.

Without their help, this book would not have been possible.

Special thanks goes to our advisor, Daryl Blue, for the tremendous amount of help he gave, and all of the extra hours, he put in to make sure the book could be published in time.

My thanks, as editor, to the 1986 ROCKET staff for all of their hard work, especially those staff members who spent time after school to work on the book. For their dedication, I am truly grateful.

As each one of you looks through this yearbook, I hope that you can look back fondly at the year 1986 and all of the memories it brought us.

1986 ROCKET staff Editor ........ . ....... Karen Wixson Photo Editor .............. Tim Brox Sports Editor ............ Rick Shaw Staff Members ....... Angie Folkers Karen Gray Chris Hempel Mark Mandery Siouxzy SchwichtenQerg Sports Staff . ......... Darryl Osbon Advertising ......... Monte Cassner Angie Hartshorn Patrik Stahlmalm D ale Spiczka Photographers. . . . . . . Mike Christle Mitch Hendricks Chris Martison Greg Zinniel

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