Northeast High 1987 Yearbook

What makes Northeast unique?

"I am attending Northeast, that's what makes it unique. But seriously, I think Northeast is unique because of its work ethic. Northeast has more students working than any other school in Lincoln, whether or not that is good I don't know."

-Senior Cliti Skinner

"Only at Northeast would a teacher leave their keys in their car in the faculty parking lot, and come out to find it stolen. But, I won't name any names .... Jim Perry."

-Senior Laurie McMaster

"From the time this school opened, people have been proud to attend Northeast. I think Northeast has a lot of good spirit and sportsmanship, which a lot of schools don't have."

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-Sophomore Heidi Griffeth

"The intellectual aura that permeates the walls of this hallowed institution of education makes Northeast, to put it mildly, unique. The discourse about the latest party and the banter over the conquests of the athletic groups will remain an integral part of my intellectual development. I

try to avoid the day when I must abandon the comforting walls of emotional security that the dynamic and fluid force of school spirit provides."

-Senior Alain Epp

Tangible evidence of Northeast's athletic achievements could be found in the trophy cases throughout the school.

The math department'• computer lab is designed ta enrich the programming skills of young minds.

Work e t hic prevails For

the Roc k ets

What do you think of when you hear the name Lincoln Northeast Rockets? Like most people, the colors black and white probably pop into your head. However, there is more to being a Rocket than just wearing the school colors.

For the most part, being a Rocket is a matter of pride. According to Webster, pride is defined as being "the best of a class, group, society, etc," or as we put it in the 1987 ROCKET: "A S ha de Above t he Rest."

Perhaps one of the strongest reasons Northeast students are so different from others is in the way we were brought up. Northeast Lincoln has always been a strong blue collar community that is appreciative of the hard work and determination of others.

The strong work ethic of the area stretches from the Burlington Northern railyards to the sprawling Goodyear plant. The two industries are pillars of support in Lincoln, and they employ many northeast area residents.

Being from this type of community has made the students act and feel the same way as their parents . That feeling is one of accomplishment, and it comes only from hard work and discipline.

Northeast High School is not without its problems. The school, like society, has learned to deal with topics such as unemployment, drug abuse, and concern about the possibility of nuclear war.

Students at Northeast are not sheltered from society's dilemmas. We expressed concern when a possible takeover of Goodyear loomed ever-so-close. The effects of that unsuccessful plan would have been de vastating to northeast Lincoln, and they would have been felt at Lincoln Northeast.

Discussions took place in many classrooms concerning the sale of arms to Iran . We listened and tried to rationalize the decisions of a democratic government. It wasn't easy.

Students, perhaps for the first time since the late 1960's, started to take an active role in the plea for world peace and the call for a nuclear freeze. Three Northeast students, spurred by adrive to end the threat of nuclear war, traveled to Washington, D.C. to take part in ceremonies following the Great Peace March.

Committed to a common goal of pride in oneself, the community has come to appreciate all that is accomplished by Northeast students. Whether it be one of our athletic teams working their way to a victory or a friendly smile from a Havelock merchant, it is apparent to the students that attend LNHS, we are indeed "A Sh ade Abov e t he Re s t !'

A Shade Above the Rest/3

Lifting weights in th e weight room is just one , senior Dan Vcu l e k works to improve hi s football skills.

Excellence i n mus ic fo r se nio r Ry a n Biggs comes from a lo t of pract ice and ded i cat ion

Student life is more than clubs and academics in schoo l. It' s caring, sharing, and making new friends Most of all though , student life in cludes those experiences that you will always remember and cher ish.

Most students want to forget about the homework and tests, but not many could ever fo r get some of the crazy things they did.

"I've had to run to class a lot. There 's never anywhere left to park when I get here so I have to park three blocks away. Believe me, it's a long way to run when you have about two m inutes to get to class, " sa id junior Samm ie W inningham Park in g is probably someth ing that everyone will remember about Northeast.

There are also other things about our school summed it up when she said, "I like knowing that everyone will remember. It could be your that there is always someone here when I locker. Everyone has a different way of thinking need them." about their locker and a different way of dee- Maybe someth ing exciting happened to yo u orating that locker. To some, their locker may this year like what happened to Donna Taylor. provide a home away from home. To others, a "After school in a rush to get home I acc ilocker may be a place to meet friends or swap dentally took an open car door off with my ca r notes. And yet to others, the locker is just a as I tried to m iss a car coming straight at me I place to stash their books, jackets and trash. was late getting home," Donna said.

Another th in g to remember is how much No matter what may have happened to you everyone cares about the school and the pea - · this year, whether it was falling down th e pie inside. As Northeast students file in and stairs and thinking you'd die of embarrassout of the building between the hours of 7:55 ment or joining a club , it's all a part of studen t and 3 :15, friends and teachers are always life. And it was student life that perhaps mad e there for them There is always someone to this year s hare your t eelings with.

Shana Nelson

The school day started five minutes earlier this year, and making it to first period on time turned out to be a monumental struggle for some students.

new and improved

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This year, the students at Northeast High SchQol defined change to the fullest. An all-

weather track, a new drama area, and a few

./ new. teachers were JUSt a few of the changes

they,· noti&ed when school started in Sap-

tenlber. lJ¾f-s. "'· , Most of the$e alterations were accepted by !r1Vt. · the stUdent· body quite well. Senior Kevin

around the parking lot. looking- into students' cars."

Senior Joe Sis was glad to see action taken on the parking lot situation. ~, think 1~s 20 times better than last year. There are less problems and it's a lot cleaner," he said.

• • great. It's 1ust peachy! We've needed one for a

,McReynol~s said; "I think the new track is &

, , , tong time.''

However, one of the changes was met by

sotne fierce apposition-the hall monitor

For many years. LNHS students had two hall monitors. But in the late 70's, they were released for financial reasons. With their

, departure.came the attitude by students that they could park anyWhere they pleased. With-

·, out· tM elltra help, the student parking lot

· ~ually befflln to look just like downtown Lin-

• J t:em on a footbaft Saturday. So, the adminis-

· tfUtio.n hired Bruce Kucera as an "administra-

' Principal H~ Dietrich felt the impact of

klJCef'ff.S .pr-1$ence immediately. "We haven't

had one stud· t come in and say: 'I can't get C>Qt of the par.king lot because I'm blocked in!'," . &aid Diet.rich .

· , 'Oietrich alse said that Kucera had reported the p ·ice, "a man who was out prowling

Even though Kucera was able to improve the conditions in the parking lot, many ob1ected to his duties within the building. One of these duties was to patrol the hallways, making sure no one was skipping ciass.

As noted in a survey conducted for the 1987 ROCKET, nearly 75 percent of the juniors and seniors felt this duty was not needed.

"He makes it look like we're not trustworthy and not mature enough to be in our own hallways without a pass," said senior Melissa Sayer

1 think the new track is just great. It's peachy! We've needed it far a long time ... - Senior Kevin McReynolds

-Tim Be-ox

Ona of>tlle newest tMldlti•n• to Northeast•• che . all-w.eath r traa-k' ins talled o ver the Hftllllar.

Riok Collu.-a uok _,.r ~h• task af caaching • bot• ba•katball. CHIii well •• teaching tn the·mathematics departmenc.

C8l'tl~ th• violation &ickd caused many hNdach-.

Spirit banner

flying igh

A pep club was formed at Northeast when the school first opened its doors i n 1 941 Spirit groups are perhaps one of the oldest traditions at most Nebraska high schools. This year however, that tradition was changed at Northeast. The 1986-87 school year marked the first time in Northeast history that there had been no pep club to help boost school spirit and team morale

Although there was no pep club, many Northeast students felt that "Rocket spirit" shining on. In a Northeastern article, senior Becky Jeppson said, "Northeast has not lost any spirit, cheerleaders and star strutters are great at promoting school and team spirit." Her feelings were proved at the games and pep rall ies when everyone cheered together.

About 10 years ago, the number of girls enrolled in pep club started to dwindle. With the advent and subsequent popularity of girls' sports, being in pep club was no longer the "in" thing to do. Pep club enrollment continued to decrease, until this year when the decision was made to discontinue the group.

At most schools, a girl must have been a member of pep club for at least one year before she could become a cheerleader. Such is not the case at Northeast Some might have thought that without a pep club, spirit would be dulled. But, maybe the spirit and support meant more because students had to work just that much harder to boost that spirit.

Though Northeast was the only Lincoln school lacking a pep club, the void was filled by the $tar Strutters and cheerleading squads.

Junior Kim Prososki stated in a Northeastern article. "I think we have spirit at our games. But. I also believe that a pep club helps out a lot, although it doesn't make much difference." ·

Many may think of 1986 as the year that pep club was lost. But it was also the year that spirit shined brighter and stronger than ever.

-Teresa Teachman

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Senior Shawn Swisher puts his 250-pound frame to good use at a pep rally.

Varsity Cheerleader Jacki Woolhiser is all smiles as she leads a cheer.

Even without a pep club, students are able to ke p the

The Star Strutters displayed great spirit at a fund raiser held in the Hinky Dinky parking lot.

"Eighty seven! Eighty seven! Eighty, eighty, eightyJ eighty, eighty seven" say the seniors during the Homecoming pep rally.

The Reserve Cheerleaders provide spirit for the student body during the state volleyball pep rally

Senior Brenda Riha gets into the spirit of the moment.

Goin' crazy with spirit/9

Seniors Mark Anderson (topJ. Kevin McAeynolds (center>. and Jim Koch CbottomJ take time to enjoy a fast game of Lazer Tag.

Seniors Becky Roesler and Amy Moravec find that tru-e friendship means keeping each other company ~t a game

are n y rs athav ti1er, Ma ry. Longe, work at No rthea advantages when it c;omet to bo r-re> otlar for lunch . · ·,. ·

r Scott Jenkin s anti 'his 4-year o • et joy a Nott hea st . f oo

W@Il~ fu@rr1$),

' Hello neighbor! Welcome to our neighbor- < hood. The word for today is •.. fri endship. Can you say friendship, boys and girls? ·

Gee, if only Mister Rogers could walk · through the halls of Northeast, he would see · what true friendships are really about Senior Linda Tejral thought "friendship is when you can be yourself and don't have to worry about what others are going to think."

Have you ever noticed that friend$hips change as students grow older? Back when Northeast students used to watch Mister Rogers, it was difficult to understand what it meant to have a true friend. There was experimentation with different people at school, and it didn't matter what others said. Playmates were people who were played with during noon recess, and not seen again until the next day. "Friends -in elementary school were not people you could rely on They were just entertainment," said junior Heather Knudson.

As maturity became a big step in junior high school, most people realized that friends were more than just playmates, but people that could be depended upon. In the junior high years, students became much closer to each other. People started looking each other over and formed their own little cliques.

It was these people that first became such good frien ds. After a football game, it was off to the nearest Dairy Queen or Valentino's for a bjte to eat. Being in a friendly atmosphere made it easier to make friends. "Those were the times that I will cherish for the res~ of my tife. ,Just beir,g crazy," said senior Lara

Mastef's

Then came the Northeast neighborhood. Everyone knew exactly what they were looking for in a friendship Guys and gals found that special someone they could go out with , care for, and love. School activities always seemed to bring friends together It made no difference whether it was a dance or a tough basketball game, a friend was most likely there. Our friends learned that if they would be there for us, we'd be there for them

Once graduation is over, many will find that friends go off in different directions. At this point most will attempt to take another big step They will go out , meet new friends, and start their lives over ag ain, just as they did after watching !'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood."

-Mister Rogers

-G a il Schmi dt a nd Tim Brox

elle ITBradl ey an d M egan Lovell a stronger f rie nd ship by t aking f or clot hes.

Bei ng from different schools doesn't affect the friendship between s~nior Kev i n McRey-

no lds and East High s~udent ~ary Johansen

Skateboarding became a fad that many, like junior Tim Brown, found to be challenging and fast-paced.

Hackey-sack is a popular fad that lures students outside during the lunch period.

Senior John Dav i s displays a fashion unl i ke any before had witnessed in the halls of No rtheast.

Striking a fashionable pose, senior Steve lppens reads all about how sweet success aan be. Ep pens' style of fashion is typical of the indiv idualism found at Northeast.

lain outrage ou s!

The hottest and newest of trends hit Northeast this year accompanied by wild colors, mini-skirts, and oversized shirts. Once again, students were overwhelmed with the individuality and craziness of many different styles.

"Bold, dark, wild clothes! Anything that makes a drastic statement." This was how senior Ashley Owens described the clothes she likes to wear. ·

Many of the fashion trends that were seen at Northeast this year were started by individuals who were looking for a change in the surroundings at school. These students were tired of the same old routine-look clothing worn by other students.

Breaking from the mold, the trend-setters decided to wear something that co ntrasted with the clothes worn by the rest of society. This, in turn, caught the eyes of many people

who wanted to make the same statement. By doing so, the individual created a fashi on trend that caught on quickly

Wh ile several students have started t heir own fashion trend, others have chos en to follow the cue of the individual. Senior Steve Eppens felt that suspenders were a pr ime example of this idea. "If one person wears suspend ers, the next week, everyone has them," Epp ens said. Owens said that many of the fashio ns seen ·at Northeast were started by "movi es and television, because you'll see som et hing you like and say: 'Hey, I like that!'"

Television has had a tremendous impact on rec ent fashion trends within the U.S. Not only do people wish to look fa shion conscious, but they most likely enjoy th e attention they get from looking "Hollywood."

- Gail Schm idt a nd Tim Brox

Fashion is not always decided by the clothes students wear. The holiday season found juniors David Kaufman and Todd Adams decorating their locker with battery-p o wered Christmas tree lights.

Call it disgusting, call it awesome, b ut whatever you call it, It' s just p

Homecoming

Horne Sweet Home

Everything about this year's Homecoming festivities proved to be " A Shade Abo'(e the Rest." From the spirit-filled pep rally to the victorious battle over East High, it was apparent that the Homecoming tradit ion was alive and well in 1986.

little girls always dream of becoming Homecoming royalty and being on the arm of a football hero. That dream came true for this year's Homecoming Hostess, Caro l Larsen. Her first reaction to this dream come true was one of great emotion.

"I was shocked that I was chosen! I just kind of sat there and thought, 'Could this be happening?' I stood up, started walking towards the platform with Mike, and started crying."

Although little boys probably don't dream about being Homecoming royalty, they do dream of someday becoming a football star lt seemed fitting that the winning touchdown during the football game occurred on a 50-

yard pass from quarterback Dave Svehla to none other than Homecoming Host, Mike Peterson.

"I went to East Junior High, so it was a great feeling to score a touchdown against my old buddies Right after I made the touchdown, I forgot about the extra point, so I started to head for the locker rooms. I was so embarrassed!"

First Attendants for the Homecoming festivities were Clint Hauptmeier and Megan Lovell. Brad Richardson and Michelle Bradley were selected as the Second Attendants.

Breaking from Northeast tradition, the Homecoming dance was held immediately after the football game. However, many students were displeased with this decision, as it made it quite difficult for the football players to even make it to the dance.

"It was fun to have the dance after the game, but it was much too short," Larsen said

The 1986 Homecoming nominees take a moment for an informal photo session. Back Row: (I. to r.J D.J. Vokolek, Dave Svehla, Michelle Bradley, Shawn Swisher. Third Row: Joan Williams, Michelle Beck, Ashley Owens, Dawn Mertz, Dana Mattingly, Amy Moravec, Wendi Baus. Second Row: Carol Larsen, Tracy Gilroy, Megan Lovell, Brad Richardson, Lonnie Buresh. Front Row: Clint Hauptmeier, Louie Sheridan, Mike Peterson.

Royalty go hand in hand as they realize Northeast is truly

First attendants Megan Lovell and Clint Hauptmeier.

Homecoming host Mike Peterson and hostess Carol Larsen.

The Rocket defense, here waiting for the snap, was a strong force as Northeast shut out the Spartans, 6-0 in the Homecoming game

Second attendants Brad Richardson and Michelle Bradley. Homecoming

Putting down a few slam-dunks in the gym is one way junior Gary Hansson gets rid of the day's tension.

Senior Gail Schmidt takes time out of her day to catch the "Blues Brothers" on her VCR

, Senior Todd Schaeffer, junior Dale Spiczka, and sophomore Joe Christle spend a lot of their spare time working on Joe's truck.

A popular hang-out for many Northeast students is Stooges, which holds college night on Wednesday and. Sunday evenings.

When the going gets ·tougb

Everyone has a different release from the In addition to the hours between school and frustrations and anxiety of school. For some going to bed at night , there are the weekends. students. spare time signals turning on the Ah, the weekends. · Two full days of rest and · tube and zoning out on after-school cartoons. relaxation. plus Friday and Saturday night to Other s tu dents have their own way to get go out. Yes, the weekend is the time to really away fro m the rat race of school. let it all hang loose and have fun.

There are a number of wild and crazy things · The weekly ritual of gasi•ng up the oar;"' pick.;. that some cliques do that everyone else would ing up a carload of people, and hitting the strip, drop thei r jaw about. Other cliques do the ' sim- "O" street, has Been going on for years. "les a · pie things. For instance, some groups like ·fun way to meet people from different hanging out at McDonalds or Sluggo's schools," said junior John Egger.

Other students, like senior Jay Bachman, Sluggo's cont inues to be a popular hang-out have a different poi nt of view Bachman's spot. At Sluggo's, students can play video favorite weekend activity is camping. "I like to games such as Asteroids or Pac-Man. Also. get away fron;i it all," he said. Bachman s i~ea there are. many different places in the East of getting away may seem a little extreme to Park Food Village to eat Chinese, Greek, fVlexi- some but it works for him and tnat's what can, or American food. Sluggo's is a place to ~o count's. to meet many ~eople from other schools. '.h!s · All these activities go to show that everyone_ may not seem like fun to some people, but 1t 1s is different in everything they do How we deal a way ~o forget ab?ut school and the big test with things varies because we all are different. that might be coming up. No matter how dangerous, exotic, or just plain

Another simple, but sure way to get away is simple a person'$ release from the world is, it by listening to music. "I just turn up the volume is their own personal thing. and concentrate on the music," said senior So, if you need to loosen the tie and forget Randy Hartung, wh o collects albums. Ustening about school for a while, just dream up someto music may not be a complete or total thing to do during those precious moments we

You can catch seni or Bill Kasi spending his release. but it is an easy way to release pres- refer to as spare time.time working at the Husker Car Wash. sure for many people.

- Teresa Teachman

I favorite pastime of many people, including tophomore Becky Winkleman, is gabbing •ut the latest gossip.

Everyone needs a release from schoolwork and Northeast students know what to do

In preparation for "John Turner Davis,"

The faculty banned together with Mr. Chapman for a unique production at Northeast in order to help

Find a home for "John Turner Davis"

This year, a new kind of play was introduced to the student body.

The Northeast drama department has put on serious plays, tragedies, and comedies. But as far as Bruce Chapman knows, never before had the faculty at Northeast put on a play.

The play was a folk play called "John Turner Davis," by Horton Foote. Chapman said it was a "light comedy with a serious undertone."

Chapman was amazed at the response from faculty members when it was announced. 13 faculty members ranging from amateur to

experienced stage actors received parts, plus one student, Andy Donovan, who had the lead as John Turner Davis.

According to Chapman, there isn't much difference in working with teachers instead of students.

"Their attitude is what is important, and since they all volunteered to do the play, they were really looking forward to it," he said.

The play centered around Davis, a homeless child of the South, who didn't know where his parents were, or where his next meal might be coming from. Mrs. Nance and Mr. Campbell played a couple who grew fond of John Turner, and eventually adopt him.

-Deb Waldo and Tim Brox

John Turner Davis, played by Andy Donovan, wonders about his future with Mr. and Mrs. Whyte.

Miss Sarah (Shirley Rine) sings the songs of he r hymnal to her fellow river camp friends.

Northeast guidance counselor, Maryann Spahni puts the finishing touches on her makeup.

Hazel consoles her husband, Thurman {Jim Campbell), after he has been unable to find the runaway boy.

Hazel Whyte and Inez (Jill Nance and Constance Kingston) discuss the hot weather they're having.

Thurman Whyte asks one of the campers (Jean Bartels) if she has seen the young runaway.

"John Turner Davis"/19

Kim Vokolek and Jassen Adamson, sophomore attendants, get a taste of royalty during the 1987 May Day ceremony. ·

Reignful Day

This year's May Day program was the 46th annua l in Northeast's history. The May Day program was started in 1941, when Northeast first opened

The first May Day program was in celebration of the Health Day Festival. At this festival, the first May Queen was crowned, her name as Marion White. Back in those days, May Day at Northeast took up the entire day.

In the morning, the queen was crowned, and children from Northeast's Ch il d Center (grade school children who attended grades K-3 in the area that is now the science wing) wound the maypole. The May Queen had 18 attendants. Later, there was lunch, baseball games, square dancing, and a matinee dance in the gym. But the most important part of the program was the honors bestowed upon the students who had made various accomplishments during the year.

This held true for the 1987 May Day program. Although the program is no longer held in the auditorium, the honoring of students is still the main feature Many of the students honored aren't honored at any other assembly Athletic awards are seldom given at the May Day assembly. Most athletic awards were given at the Athletic Awards Banquet.

Although the program started with only a May Queen, other royalty was later added Northeast now has a May Day King and Queen, Prince, and Princess The 1987 King was D J. Vokolek and the Queen was Kim Beebe. The Prince and Princess were Bil l. Kasi and Ashley Owens.

According to Assistant Princi pal Barry Moore, May Day was and cont in ues to be, "A spring celebration of what we have ach ieved during the school year. With the King and Queen, Northeast becomes its own little kingdom. We present the loyal subjects to the roayalty and we cerlebrate their achievements."

Many students heard that there was a chance that May Day would be -changed this year to exclude the academic portion of the program. While a change was considered, the program did remain basically the same.

Principal Harold Dietrich said the length of the program was one of the reasons for considering the change. Prev ious May Day assemblies have taken up two hours to complete.

;'We though that maybe there was a better way of honoring these students. We found out, however, that most people like May Day the way it is. That's why we decided not to change it."

-Chris Tipton

Princess Ashley Owens and Prince Bill Kasi attempt to get the crownbearers moving a little faster.

Seniors Laurie McMaster, Dana Mattingly, Michelle Houser, and Tracy Gilroy were just a few of the members of the May Day Honor Guard.

Dreaming of someday becoming May Day royalty themselves, crownbearers Carey Collingham and Carley Scheffe,t share a lighter moment during the processional.

The 1987 May Day Queen was Kim Beebe and D.J. Vokolek was named King.

Mr. Marolf presented several band awards during the honor recognition part of the May Day program.

After students objected to possible May Day changes, it remained, A

kusedfor s" Is the boo ore "Men and Natlo~yplcally a sophom World Stud i es , class.

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Students learn much from "Mad Midget"

Don't feed Story a story--he Knows kids and psychology

When students walk into his class the first day, they see a man who has a stocky build, a good tan, and bald ing head st and i ng in front who introduces himself as the "Mad Midget." The "Mad Midget" is none other than Psychology teacher, Bill Story.'

Up until the 5th grade, Story changed schools up to seven times a year. His dad's job moved the family around all over the Mid-West and part of the South Then he moved to Lincoln and went to high school at Lincoln High and Southeast. He went on to get his bachelor's degree in soc ial science at Wesleyan and later his master's in administration at UNL.

When he was growing up, Story had always admired his uncle, who was a coach. Story had dreamed about being a coach. So, after he graduated from college, he went into coaching at Dorchester. But after he had been there for f ive years, he became more interested in teaching.

"At first, I was more interested in young people and athletics, but since my first five years of coaching were so successful, I thought that I might try teaching, too," Story commented.

So, Story moved to Tekamah for two years, but decided that he would like to come back to Lincoln. So for the next 15 years, Story taught at Lincoln High.

Story has always liked helping kids. "I like watching young people grow and see that they realize more about themselves and other people."

In 1977, Story began teaching at Northeast. He has always gooten his most enjoyment from kids, and feels that students also, are generally positive about his classes "The majority of students know that I'm a conscientious ·person helping to prepare thenm for the future. But a few of the kids are not always positive about my class."

Story trys to make his classes 24/Academics

as up-to-date as he can, but most of his mateial that he has accumulated over the years is still in use. "I try to make the theories into practical ideas, to help students prepare for co ll ege "

Although he trys to add interest by inv iting various speakers into his Psych class, he doesn't like to br ing in people who discuss extremely controversial issues--"no homosexuals." Story strongly believes that "students should decide for themselves."

Besides speakers , Story tries to give students names of different institutions to go visit for extra credit.

"Students need a good ·foundation in teach ing that teachers

sometimes sacrifice for innovative things to help them think. I try to teach them to communicate by giving them depth in their thinking."

Although Story likes to help his students, he hate giving grades and tests. He also says, "I'm not very goat at attendance." He also dislikes "satisfying requirements established by the District. Beauracracy and paperwork is a waste of time."

Besides teaching psychology and World Studies, Story likes coaching, working in the weight room, supervising athletic contests ; and managing University Place swimming pool during the summer. Story also is on the Building Advisory Board which discusses complaints and suggestions from teachers and trys to solve the problems.

-Deb Waldo

A. 41 ls that what you're getting from Mr. Berka?

"I like watching young people grow and see that they realize more about themselves and other people."

-Bill Story, Psychology teacher

Bill Story, Psychology and World Studies teacher, takes a break from his daily routine for a snapshot.

Brad Richardson, Shawn Kennett, Dave Svehla, Dennis Champoux, and Tom Ahlschwede display some of the reading materials for Psychology.

Mel Berka calls out the grades for the semester to his Sociology students.

Embarrased at the thought of another yearbook photo, senior Lori Jordal enjoys a good laugh.

Junior Tom Ahlschwede ponders his thoughts In Mr. Story's Psychology class. Human Behavior/25

Nance attempts to prepare Students for Lincoln, world

J il( Nance is more than just a teacher. Many students consider her somewhat of a mother figure during their high school years. Perhaps that's because she not only prepares her students for college, but for life as well.

"I feel every student should be prepared not only to be citizens of Lincoln, Nebraska, but of the world," she commented.

Nance was born in Springfield , Missouri, the second of three sisters. She attended Central High School, which is where she f irst thought about teaching as a career

A desire to help young people, a love of English, and two "very special" teachers helped spur her on , and helped her to ach ieve her goal.

After graduating from high school, Nance attended the University of Illinois in Champiagn, where she recieved her B.A. in education. She then continued her studies at the University of Georgia in Athens, where she earned her Masters degree.

She began to teach in Fisher, Illinois, and later in Atlanta, Georgia. She came to Lincoln in 1980 when her husband was offered a job at the University of Nebraska.

She began teach ing at Northeast on a part time basis, but began teaching full time in 1984. She said she enjoys teaching at Northeast because she finds the students "unique in their friendliness." She went on to say, "I wouldn't choose

to work anyplace else."

Nance and her husband Don were high school sweethearts who married in 1960 They have three ch ildren.

Her husband accepted a job at Southwestern Missouri State Univers ity as an accouting professor at the beginning of the 1986-87 school year She plans to join him in Springfield after her youngest son, Mark, graduates from Lincoln Southeast this year.

She said, "Although it will be wonderful to be back home, I will miss living in Lincoln and all of the

friends 1 have made here."

However, even though she will be leaving Northeast, her teaching days are far from over, as she plans to teach in Springfield "for at least another ten years."

After retirement, she hopes to travel extensively with her husband.

"I'd like to go back to Europe as well as to China and Russia, but anyplace we haven't been before would be nice," Nance said.

Group work Is a valuable asset for 10 English class, as one learns how to critique essays.

Jo Blair, Mike Romack, and Jason Orth find that it's easier to work in groups.

"I feel every student should be prepared not only to be citizens of Lincoln, Nebraska, but of the world."

-Jill Nance, English teacher

-Karen Wixson

English teacher Jerry Leever hands out note cards to Phil Seng and Nathan Lane.

Crissy Troutner looks mischeiviously at Scott Smith and Robbie Buchanan.

Dorothy Groothuls takes time out be- Paul Souders shares his ideas with fore finishing her story. classmate Nathan Lane.

Home Economics classes help students look to the future.

Kim Rinke gets the mashed potatoes ready for the last meal of her class.

Tim Bales was one of the selected members to grill in his Independent Living Class.

Stacy Cockrill , Lynelle Schwartz, Tracy Paula Behrens and Carol Siebe help Williams, and Leah Boston look for Jeff Gilllis color code his room wallpaper to design their house.

Classes prepare students for life There's more to Home Ee Than just learning to cook

Mary Jean Gast says that by becoming a Home Economics teacher, "I ' m trained in something I can use in my private life also."

Gast attended high school in Hartington, Nebraska and went on to Wayne State teachers college. She received her masters degree from UNL.

Gast has taught in many different places throughout Nebraska.

She began her teaching career in Coleridge, where she taught for one year. Gast then moved on to Hooper, where she also taught for one year. She then taught for two year in Niobrara, and after substituting in Madison , she moved to Lincoln and began teaching at Northeast , where she has been for 24 years.

Gast says that she was most influenced by her mother, who was also talented in the homemaking area Gast says, "My parents felt better about giving me an education in life skills. I use it every day."

The courses Gast teaches are Parenting, Foods, and Clothing. Gast plans many activities for her classes, including field trips to such places as grocery stores and hospital nurseries She likes to keep abreast of the local events that her classes can participate in. She often brings in resource speakers and some of her ,classes use Northeast's computers for

various activites. For example, a student could analyze her eating hab its and find out where she was deficient.

Gast's main teaching philosophy is, "Every student is an individual and you have to meet that individual's needs." She admits, though, that sometimes that can be an overwhelming task at times.

She tries to individualize her classes as much as possible and stay current with what's happening in the world. She says, "It's the only

-Mary Jean Gast, Home Economics teacher

way to meet the needs of the people. "

Gast enjoys snow, skiing, and designing her own clothing. If she hadn't bercome a teacher, she says she would probably have gotten involved in fash ion in some way.

Her favorite (and funniest) memory off teaching at Northeast is when a boy ripped the seat of his pants and had to stand in a broom closet while she sewed them up for him.

-Chris Tipton

Cindy Britton, Dan Rondeau, and Tim Bales decide on their future furniture layout.

"My parents felt better about giving me an education in life skills. I use it every day."

Teacher finds flexibility enjoyable Giving

kids the business

Major part of Kaser's job

If you opened the Sunday paper and were surprised to see Ken Kaser, Northeast bus iness teacher, modeling the newest fasions for men , you shou ldn't be. It's just one of his many jobs.

Not only is he a teacher at LNHS, he is a Bus iness Law instructor at the Lincoln School of Commerce and is currently teaching a Graduate Requ irement Entrance Exam course at UNL. In add ition , Kaser teaches summer school and finds time to be a hotel desk clerk at the Nebraska Center.

Yes, Ken Kaser is a busy person, but as he said, "Variety is the spice of life. I'm easily bored."

Kaser went into business because, "I grew up on a farm and I

number of f ield trips. One of these trips is to Arby's. Students learn about Arby's style of management, how the business is run, and comparison pricing

Students also have an opportunity to listen to a number of speakers.

Personal Finance students also receive this opportunity. They may listen to as many as 1O speakers. Kaser's reasoning for this is, "It brings in the rea l world." Students also have business advisors and are able to work on computers

Kaser be lieves that students today need a reason for the things they do. He likes to send out little notes to let students know they are doing well. Also, students participate in review games that Kaser makes up himself, and sometimes students make up ads for stores.

As for his teaching style, Kaser said it is, "Direct, but flexible. I'll try new things and I like students to be creative. I'm willing to make changes and take detours but there are definite things I want to accomplish," he said. "Teaching is for the students and you have to keep this perspective."

knew I didn't want to farm I really liked business in high school. It seemed to give me flexibility."

Kaser said that if he hadn't become a teacher, he would have liked to become a hotel manager. He said one major factor he looks for in a job is flexibility.

After graduating from UNL, Kaser taught for one year at Ord, Nebraska, and then came to Northeast in 1980 to teach business.

Kaser likes a lot of variety in his classes. In his Business Management course, student take a

He said one of his favorite parts of teaching is, "The variety of students and seeing students have success. Success doesn't necessarily mean good grades, either." His least favorite part of teaching is, "The paperwork and red tape. Also, meetings that don't accomplish anything."

When Kaser is not teaching or clerking, he enjoys traveling, jogging--which he said helps him wear off a day's frustrations--going on picnics or to football games, and being with his friends.

"It brings back reality when you forget what's important ," Kaser said.

"I'll try new things and I like students to be creative. I'm willing to make changes and take detours but there are definite things I want to accomplish."

-Ken Kaser, business teacher

-Chris Tipton

Leah Boston and Kristen Ross pay close attention to the accounting lecture being given.

Hard work is required to understand the concepts of business procedures.

Being a serious student, Natalie Hansen concentrates on her worksheet.

Nate Johnson and Tim Bales know goofing off and no work makes accounting more interesting.

Ken Kaser, sponsor of FBLA, goes over the possibilities of the future in business.

Steve Hovland is In awe of the wisdom of Mr. Nilsson

Jeff Hayes views in on his assignment Greg Hall gets a closer look, thanks to while his lab partner views in on his the microscope. sleep.

Kusuma Weber waits patiently while Dana Mattingly adjusts the slide.

Science teacher Bob James, who retired at the end of the 1986-87 school year, helps future biologists with an experiment

Nicole Fazel and Teri Brokosky write down the results for a lab.

at better way to understand biology ~n to spend time outside when the tather is nice.

Grasshoppers learn about Moles in Curt's chem class

What is the best part of school? June, July, and August is the answer most students would give. But not for Bob Curtright, Northeast science teacher.

Curtright says his favorite part of teaching - is, "When students learn what we're trying to teach I like to see people grow. I also like the paycheck , but that isn't the only reason I stay in teaching." Curtright says simply, that the least favorite part of his profession is "paper chasing."

At Northeast, Curtright specializes in chemistry, but he has also taught Physical Science and Biology. He attended high school in

Curtright's first teaching job was in Ord, Nebraska, where he taught for four years. He then came to Lincoln in order to attend graduate school at UNL. During these two years, he was also a lab assistant on the campus. After completing graduate school, he began teaching at Lincoln Northeast.

Curtright decided to become a teacher for very simple reasons "I just always thought I'd like to be one," he commented. "I've had a lot of respect for past teachers. My family put a big emphasis on education. I always liked school and my teachers. I guess I just always had really good experiences with school."

Curtright explained how students learn the material in his chemi stry class. "We inform the students by doing labs and demonstrations and we have the students do problem solving We like to have the kids actively involved by doing worksheets or labs or sometimes we just have to tell them things."

Kearney, Nebraska, and then went on to Kearney State College. It was here that he obtained his teaching certificate.

Although the class involves some lecturing, Curtright likes to add more to a lecture by using labs or worksheets. He says that most students really like the labs or the demonstrations, but as he said, "Some just like learning."

-Chris Tipton

"I love science, science loves me"

'My family put a big emphasis on education. I always liked school and my teachers .. .l just always had really good experiences with school."

-Bob Curtright, chemistry teacher

Students in foreign language classes use their time wisely, as it is difficult to learn a different language.

Foreign Languages: "Halo! Bon Jour! Guten Tag!"

Teaching Spanish easy as Uno, Dos, Tres for Rine

Hola! Como Estas? These are familiar words to many Northeast students enrolled in a Spanish class. Shirley Rine has been teaching Spanish classes at Northeast since 1980.

She said she got her start in Spanish purely by accident. "I needed another area to teach in that would go well with English," she said. "I was going to go into speech and drama, but my advisor in college suggested a foreign language. I had had one year of Spanish in high school and decided to take it in college." Rine said that she really liked her professors. So much in fact, that she even babysat for one of them. This furthered her knowledge of the language because her instructor's family frequently spoke to her in Spanish.

teaching career at Deshler, Nebraska She remained in Deshler for three years. She then taught at Amhurst, Nebraska, for one year and moved back to Kearney where she taught for seven years. Just before corning to Northeast, she taught at Elmwood for two years.

According to Rine, the hardest part of teaching for her is, "Keeping up with new research, new techniques, and materials. It's hard to come up with something new, but I really like doing that." In order to help in the learning process, Rine uses updated materials, T.V. programs, newspapers, magazines, and other current event items. "I like to keep up with what is going on in Hispanic countries," she said.

A major part of any of the foreign languages taught at Northeast-Spanish, German, and French--is learning about the culture of the people who live in that country. One way Rine introduces Spanish culture is through the celebration of some of the major Hispanic holidays.

A second, and more important factor in learning a language, is a good basis of vocabulary. "Oral proficiency is the ultimate goal," Rine said. "In order to achieve this, students need good vocabulary and good speaking skills."

Rine said she always knew she wanted to become a teacher. As she put it, "I guess I just grew up wanting to be a teacher." Her mother, a former teacher, greatly influenced her decision to go into the teaching profession. Rine said if she hadn't become a Spanish teacher, "I would have been a Blackjack dealer in Vegas."

Rine has had quite a teaching history. After going to college at Kearney State, Rine began her

Rine said most students react enthusiastically to Spanish. "It has a good enrollment. There are a lot of kids involved in Spanish classes," she said.

For Rine, the most enjoyable part of teaching Spanish is her students. As she said, "I enjoy my students and the people I work with." As for her favorite memory, "When we had a faculty band at the 1986 Christmas party." Rine was the drummer.

-Chris Tipton

"Oral proficiency is the ultimate goal. In order to achieve this, students need good vocabulary and good speaking skills."

-Shirley Rine, Spanish teacher

Michelle Harner finds an unusual way to study for German class.

Student show off their creations in German 1-2.

Relaxing Is not usually on the agenda of activities for French students.

Lori Jorda I seems all too excited at the next assignment for Spanish class.

This candy house was made by the students in German 5 during the first semester.

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Shane Riggs makes sure all the wood pieces are evenly cut.

Auto mechancls class was a good time to find out who did more ditch hopping.

Joe Christle and Todd Schaffer find Junior Dale Splczka's work quite humorous.

Rob Wood demonstrates how to cut metal with the cutting torch.

Roland Nance and Stacy Watson work on the shell of their housing complex.

Students show varying abilities

Freese warms to challenge Presented by industrial arts

You might say Bob Freese has constructed himse lf a very enjoyable job at Northeast High Schoo l. Freese can relate to const ruct ing. He has spent the past three years as Northeast's woods /construction teacher in the industr ial arts department. "I've a lways enjoyed work i ng with young people , and work ing with my hands," Freese said. "When you 're bu i ld ing something, you have a chance to be more physically act ive. "

Being active is what Freese enjoys most about work i ng w ith wood , and construct ion.

"I don't th ink I could teach some of the more academ ic courses," he said.

Freese graduated from Fairview High Schoo l in C leveland, Ohio. He then attended t he Un ivers it y of Nebraska - Lincoln and has taught at the Bryan Learning Center and at the jun ior high level before coming to Northeast.

Freese said one of the biggest challenges in teaching industrial education classes is working with students on d ifferent ability levels.

"I try to ha v e each student work up tG the ir f ull capacity leve l, " Freese said "At Northeast , we have a mix of st udents. I enjoy the students here , and so I enjoy my work."

Freese said he has ideas about how to get more interest in the industrial arts area "I think it would be a good idea to start a V I.C.A (Vocat ional Industrial Clubs of America) club here," he said. "But, students have so many other activities , it's hard to find time to fit something else in their schedules. I'm not sure another club would work here "

Cooperation is the key term for John Schmo hr and Curt Wenzl to finish their project.

"I think it would be a good idea to start a VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) club here, but students have so many other activities, it's hard to find time to fit something else into their schedules."

-Bob Freese Industrial Arts Teacher

Cech it out!

Art department line up offers

Creativity to aspiring artists

When Sharon Cech was a little girl, she used to play school with her friends. "I was always the teacher," she said. Cech has always wanted to be a teacher and since she liked art, she commented, "Becoming an art teacher was just a natural."

Cech teaches four art classes. General Art is a class in which the students explore various medias such as watercolor, ink, and paper mache. Another is oils and acrylics. In Principles of Design, students study the elements of design. Drawing 1 and 2 basically teaches students drawing skills

In order to teach a student to draw, especially a student with no previous art background, Cech said, "We just follow definite assignments starting with contour drawing. After a while, the students start to relax. If a student wants to accomplish anything, s/he has to really work at it."

The art students are interested in seems to change with the times and according to Cech, teaching changes along

the trends in art seem to be running in drawing, painting, and photography (which is also taught in the art department).

Before this, I did a lot of weaving and cloth dying during the hippy movement. What's happening in the classroom reflects what's going on in the outside world."

Cech says that one of the hardest parts of teaching is, "Keeping up with the changing moods of my teenage students. Sometimes they're up and sometimes they're down." Despite this, Cech enjoys her work. One of her favorite parts of teachings is seeing a student's work develop.

She also enjoys the diversity of not having to do the same thing all day long, which other teachers seem to be plagued with. She said, "I like to see different personalities. I enjoy the diversity in students and subject matter. I also enjoy the atmosphere of an art room and seeing talent emerge in students."

Cech receives much selfsatisfaction from her former students. "When students I've taught · 5, 10, even 20 years ago, come up to me and start talking about the things I've taught them," she commented. "A lot of them remember it like it was yesterday. It really tickles me that I've taught them something. Especially when it's kids you don't expect to remember things."

with it. "I get excited about something new, a new artist, or technique and my teaching reflects this," Cech said. "Art teaching changes with the world around us and you have to keep up with different trends in art. The basic things like line and texture, don't change, but their application does. Right now,

Cech has taught at Northeast for 27 years. She taught at South Bend, Indiana, for just one year and then came to Northeast in 1965. She says that if she hadn't become a teacher, she would have liked to have made her living as a practicing artist.

-Chris Tipton

"I like to see different personalities. I enjoy the diversity in students and subject matter."

-Sharon Cech, art teacher

Piner Karacan, from Turkey, knows art Is an International langauge.

Gerry Nobbman focuses on his charcoal drawing

Gene Gray works Intently as he starts his clay sculpture.

Tracey Scott takes advice from Mrs. Cech about blending colors.

Sophomore Roger Lynn displays his artistic abilities through art class.

Steve Lauver shows he has potential on the pottery wheel.

Trying to get his point across, math instructor Bill Rogge

Math Club President Alain Epp , Student Council President Lisa Koch , and Northeast Principal Harold Dietrich proudly display the commemorative plaques in memory of Robert Wohlers and Richard Nagele , former Northeast math instructors.

MERGER Lab Supervisor Beth Franzen instructs Gerry Beltz on the Apple II GS computer, as Beltz completes his work in Bill Rogge's Problem Solving class. Math students take time out from some heavy-duty studying.

Bill Rogge' s room is filled with posters about math , and students trying to learn the subject.

goes to the chalkboard.

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Basic skills to Calculus taught by department

Campbell finds mathematics Satisfies need for exactness

"Serendipity prefers the prepared mind." This is how Northeast math teacher, Jim Campbell summed up his · philosophy on teaching. "One of our primary goals in education is to prepare people for the future," Campbell said.

A 1967 graduate of Lincoln Northeast, Campbell went on to attend the University of Nebraska where he majored in math and had a minor in chemistr}'. During his years as a student at Northeast, Campbell participated on the football, basketball, and baseball teams, and also played the trumpet in the orchestra. But for now, he remains Mr. Campbell, the math teacher.

Throughout his years at Northeast, Campbell has taught every math class except for Problem Solving, which has

Campbell, math teacher

been taught by n's founder, Mr. Bill Rogge, since its origin. Campbell has also taught at Pound and Irving junior high schools, and Lincoln Southeast. He taught several junior high level cour-ses, and then moved on to the high school level, where he said he is most comfortable.

"I thoroughly enjoy the structure and the system of Northeast. I like the staff and the administration," he said. "I also enjoy the students. Their socio-economic background harmonizes with my own."

This year, Campbell taught Basic Skills, Geometry, and PreCalculus. However, he does not like teaching the same classes

year in, year out. "I try to cycle every year into something different. But I don't have a favorite class either," Campbell commented.

He teaches a Calculus course at UNL, and also takes various classes to improve upon his mathematical knowledge and teaching skills. He gets his drive for math from influential people in his life. "Dr. Buren Thomas has been very inf luential to me in the past, and he still is," he said.

As a young person, Campbell was intrigued by numbers. "The subtleties, exactness, and yet, the paradoxes, fascinate me. I like the black and white areas of something. I'm not a gray areas person. I like the clearcut areas," said Campbell.

As an instructor, Campbell does see some advantages to teaching. He enjoys the contact with youth , and teaching the concepts of mathematics. As he put it ; "I also see an advantage in the atmosphere of learning, enhancement, and a broadening of the mind enlightenment!"

But for all its glory, teaching, for Jim Campbell, does have its disadvantages. "Lacking the ability to communicate to everyone is disappointing to me ," he said. "But, I'm human, and nobody's perfect. I just get frustrated sometimes."

As for the future of mathematics, Campbell sees a need for an improvement of "interdisciplinary skills." As he said, "I like to teach math as a part of a whole, not just a separate discipline all by itself," he said.

"I like to show students how you can use math in chemistry, physics, and art, because we're doing an injustice to students, teachers, and the community to not provide a link between the different disciplines."

-Tim Brox

Most students listen attentively as another math problem is explained.

"I like the black and white areas of something. I'm not a gray areas person. I like the clear-cut areas."

-Jim

P.E. classes popular at LNHS

Genrich: Physical activity Reduces stress for Life

Life Sports is a physical educat ion class designed to give students a chance to play sports in which they can continue to participate in after high school. The classes participate in a variety of sports each week

However, once a week, the classes utilize the northeast Lincoln community and its facilit i es where they can work on improving their skills. Some of the act ivites include: bowling at Hol lywood Bowl, golf at Mahoney Golf Course's driving range, roller skat ing at Holiday Skate World, raquetball at Sports Courts, and pool at Madsen's Bowling and Billiard Center

with students. I can't see myself sitting in a desk job I'm too active for that."

Although Genrich enjoys physical education, she first wanted to be a math teacher.

"I really like math. I was mostly influenced by two of my math teachers. Mr. Hendrichs at Mickle and Mr. Wohlers here at Northeast ," she said. "They challenged all levels of students and real ly enjoyed what they were do ing " She had planned on going into the math field , but got a scholarship for teaching athletics

Even though she became an athlet ic instructor instead of a mathematics teacher , Genr ich seems to enjoys her job. She says , "Athletics gives students a chance to get rid of daily frustration. It helps them learn to live a healthier life--both mentally and physically," sa id Genrich. She also maintains that it relieves stress and can be con-tinued long after high school.

Students also enjoy the chance to have a break from the daily routine of school. Genrich's Life Sports class offers students this chance.

Sandi Genrich, one of the Life Sports instructors , said, "The other sports we play depend on what quarter it is. There are certain spo rt s we play each quarter , such as football first quarter, and racket sports third quarter."

Genrich said she always wanted to be a teacher. "I used to play in my garage when I was little " She sa id she became interested in sports in 9th grade through city recreation programs.

"I like physical activitiy. When I was in school, there was not girls ath -letics. I've always liked working

As senior Jim Wurm put it, "Life Sports has more variety than other P.E. classes. I really like the days that we get to go out to do activites at other places."

Bill Duncan , also a senior , agrees with Wurm. "Life Sports is a good learning experience It's a break from all the other 'hard classes.' you get to go out and leave campus and it's fun. When you leave school, it gives you a sense of being a rebel."

Duncan a lso discovered, by way of his Life Sports class, a flair for golf , and plans to continue with it after graduation.

-Chris Tipton

Jerry Waddell and Jodi Turek participate in a fast game of badminton.

"Athletics gives students a chance to get rid of daily frustration. It helps them learn to live a healthier life-both mentally and physically."

-Sandi Genrich, P.E. teacher

Life Sports students seem to be more prepared to catch rays than to catch fly balls.

A Water Games class plays basketball in the pool.

Mike Peterson finds water basketball isn't quite as easy as regular basketball.

Mike King goes for the bunt during a Life Sports softball game, but misses.

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Bruce Waters hands out papers to his Citizenship Issues class.

Jim Perry, economics and Citizenship Issues teacher, has won the Cooper foundation award and the James Madison National Fellowship award while at Northeast. He will receive $2,500 for his efforts in the fellowship program.

Camera shy students show that studying is needed to pass their class.

Jack Mueller finds the U S. map to be a good visual aid for his history classes.

Facing the problems of the economy , Mr. Perry's econ class realizes how confusing the world can be.

New ideas easy for Perry Econ teacher knows what

it

Takes to motivate students

Jim Perry has been teaching Economics and Citizenship Issues at Northeast for two years. Perry says that he began teaching economics because, "I applied for a teaching job in Omaha and they asked me if I would like to teach economics. I knew that if I said yes, I would get the job, but if I said no I wouldn't. So I said yes."

Perry majored in economics in college and ·said that it is fasc inating at a higher level. "The college professors really made me think, and I liked that ," he said Perry also enjoys economics because, he said, "Economics affects our lives a lot. It can be taught so that students get a lot out of it. Economics is so relevant to society and to ourselves."

Although Perry says that Economics is one of the harder subjects to understand in the Social Studies Department, he still says, "I think it's kind of fun to figure out how it all works "

Perry's economics classes are involved in many different activities during the course of the semester. Perry says that when students have time off for vacation, he likes to think of new activities for them to participate in.

He also gets ideas for projects from student evaluations of his class and his teaching, and from other teachers. Some of these activities are: The Stock Market Game, Mock Court cases, sessions in the · MERGER lab, and role playing.

This year, some of Perry's economics students also participated in a poverty unit. The students took an awareness test to see how they viewed poverty. Then they interviewed someone with a different perspective

and either wrote a paper or made a videotape on how their views had changed.

Perry tries to vary the two activities his classes are involved in. "The poverty unit gives students a chance to see someone elses perspective on an issue," he commented

Another activity that is a favorite among economics students is the "Cookie Experiment".

As Junior Dan Le soing said, "Mr. Perry is a great teacher, he's really funny I really like it when we do stuff like the cookie experiment and when we work on the computers."

-Jim Perry, economics teacher

Senior Kelly Will agreed. "Mr. Perry does a good job of telling you what's going on and how it works ," she said. "He does a lot of · great things like the cookie experiment to generate enthusiasm and put things in a practical setting "

Lesoing said of Perry's class, "You learn a lot, he's a good teacher. He teaches you what you have to know and not a lot of gibberish."

Will's opinion is, "Mr Perry is one of the best teachers here and he's the only one that has the total idea that teachers are here for the students, not the other way around, and he puts it into practice."

-Chris Tipton

"Economics affects our lives a lot. It can be taught so that students get a lot out of it. Economics is so relevant to society and to ourselves."

Students express feelings through music

Full work schedule doesn't Slow Nichols' musical beat

Mr. Duane Nichols, chairman of the LNHS vocal department, has taught at Northeast for 18 years. He went to high school in the small town of Downs, Kansas. He got his undergraduate degree at Kansas Wesleyan University and his master's degree at Wichita State. His first five years of teaching he taught at various schools in Kansas. Than he taught five years in Sidney, Nebraska.

Nichols decided to be a vocal music teacher because, "I think teaching vocal music helps kids It makes them feel good about themselves."

He tries to relate singing and music to the student's everyday life. "If it's related to their life, the music has meaning for them," he said.

Nichols has four select groups, which include Concert Choir, Horizons, Meistersingers, and Triple Trio. He also teaches a mixed chorus class, a music theory class, and gives voice lessons.

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"There never seems to be enough time to get everything done ," Nichols commented. "It is especially hard to find time to say and do a few personal things for each person."

He teaches his classes basically the same. "In a select group you work harder and faster than a mixed chorus. The kids expect to work harder," Nichols said.

Nichols feels rewarded when the Mus ical or a big concert are over

and "everyone feels good about how they performed." Nichols' least favorite part of teaching is giving grades.

"If I wasn't a teacher, I would like to work at saving the environment and wildlife. I would also like to work at keeping the universe clean," he said.

-Carla Trouba

"I think teaching vocal music helps kids. It makes them feel good about themselves."

-Duane Nichols, vocal music teacher

Rick Shafer and Mark French play th e ir best for the Northeast orchestra.

Swing Choir members rehearse for an excellent performance.

Triple Trio performs one of their tricky moves for"the camera.

Steve Shields takes a break during a Chambersingers rehearsal.

The Meister Singers often perform in small sections.

Finding senior Theresa Peterson playing her flute in the Symphonic Band is not an unusual sight

Members of the Northeastern staff review the mistakes found In past issues of the paper.

Reporters Theresa Peterson and Michelle Spencer of the Northeastern work to make a perfect product.

Michelle Spencer makes final corrections on her story.

Daryl Blue find the ideas suggested by the ROCKET staff quite humorous.

Tim Brox and Gail Schmidt work to get the yearbook layouts started.

Blue teaches students to overcome fears What would a journalist do Without those deadlines?

Daryl Blue says, "I enjoy writing." Northeast students are lucky that he enjoys writing enough to have gone into journalism as a career, because he is the Northeast Journalism teacher and the newspaper and yearbook adv is or. He also teaches the introductory photography classes.

Blue graduated from Shelton High School in Shelton, Nebraska in 1967 and went on to get his teaching degree from UNL. He began his wr itin g career in his high school composition class. Blue enjoyed writing and said, "My teacher told me I was doing well in my writing and that maybe I should think about going into writing as a career."

Blue's philosophy of teaching his Journal ism class is, "You have to get them over the fear of writing and the fear that they can't write. Some students have had no real exper-

nothing is out of the realm of possibility. The worst that could happen is the person will say, 'No, I don't want to be interviewed.'"

Blue's journalism students not only have to interview adults, but they th ink up the ir own questions, do the background research, practice different writing styles, do layouts, and study the newpaper industry. In this way, Blue hopes to spur interest in students and encourage them to join the news- · paper and yearbook staffs.

Blue tries to customize his teaching to fit the students, but as he said , "It's tough. You have to come up with activities the students can participate in and with topics the students understand We do a lot of creative writing ."

The best part of being the Journalism teacher, according to Blue , used to be, "seeing things get done ." But now Blue enjoys, "having an impact on kids, not all of them, but some of them. I've been teaching for 16 years and I enjoy it when kids that have gone into journalism stop in and say hello. I enjoy seeing kids do well." Blue commented "Once kids leave school, you tend to look at them a litttle different-they're no longer kids and you develop some professional friendships."

Blue, Journalism teacher

ience so they don't know that they can do it," he said. "Just because a student isn't great in Comp or English doesn't mean he or she won't be good in journalism. They have to realize that what they put on paper could be just as good as anyone else."

Blue says that another problem some journalism students are faced with is that they are intimidated by adults. "Students have to get over the fear of interviewing adults," Blue said. "If the student has a purpose,

One thing he dislikes seeing as a teacher is, "some kids' attitudes towards school and responsibilities. It's frustrating not to be able to change things, but doctors don't save all their patients and lawyers don't win all of ther cases. All a teacher can do is look back and see what he should do differently," he said.

Blue says he can't see himself working at age 55 and hopes by then he'll be retired. As he stated, "I'll stop teaching when I quit enjoying it and when I can no longer motivate kids."

As for his favorite memory of teaching at Northeast, Blue says, "The talks I had with (former head basketball) Coach Johnson. He was a great story teller with great recall. I was always interested in sports and we shared a common bond."

-Chris Tipton

Chris Tipton and Dave Clapp type articles into the MacIntosh computer. The Mac's will save the journalism department huge amounts of money in future years.

" .I enjoy it when kids that have gone into journalism stop in and say hello. I enjoy seeing kids do well. Once kids leave school, you tend to look at them a little different--they're no longer kids and you develop some professional friendships."

-Daryl

Show us those sexy legs Vanna!

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SENIORS

Todd Adamson

Irene Ahren

Tina Alder

Sherry Allsman

Troy Andersen

Jeffrey Anderson

Mark Anderson

Jay Bachman

Scott Bailey

Dirk Baker

Timothy Bales

Barbara Ballou

Jeff Barnett

Lori Baumann

Wendi Baus

Michelle Beck

Bryana Beckler

Dyana Beckler

Kimberly Beebe

Chris Beem

Paula Behrens

Vernon Belknap

Gerry Beltz

Ryan Biggs

Kelly Bock

Thomas Boelter

Daniel Borgmann

Jennifer Borman

Tracey Borreson

Leah Boston

Anthony Boward

Stephen Bozak

Michelle Bradley

Terence Bradshaw

David Brannin

Carin Bringelson

The Class of '87

Bachman, Jay V.: Va r sity Footba ll 12 ; Reserve Footba ll 11 ; Sophomore Football 10 ; Vars ity Football Letter 12; Wrestling 10, 11 , 12; Varsity Wrestling Letter 11 , 12; Reserve Baseball 11 ; Sophomore Baseball 10

Baumann, Lori L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll ; National Honor Soc iety; Horizons 11, 12 ; Vocal Music Letter 11 : Pep Club 10; Who's Who Among American High Schoo l Students.

Baus, Wendi L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll ; National Honor Society; Nebraska Scho lar s' Institute; NCTE Writing Contest final i st ; Debate 10; Star Strutter 11, 12; Pep Club 10; N-Club Treasurer 12, member 11 ; Girls '

Swimm ing 10, 11, 12; Varsity Girls' Swimming Letter 10, 11, 12; May Day nominee 11 : Homecoming nominee 12.

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Borreson, Tracy L.: 3 semesters Honor Roll; Buresh, Lonnie L.: 5 semesters Honor oll; Varsity Cheerleader 12; Reserve Cheerleader National Honor Society; Academic Letter i 1: 11; Pep Club 11; N - Club 12; Girls' Track 10. · National Merit Scholarship Semi-finalist; A ademic All-State Football Team 12; Om i ha Bringelson, Carin M.: 5 semesters Honor World-Herald Distinquished Scholar; N- Club Roll ; National Honor Soc iety; Orchestra 1 0, Vice-President 12, member 11 ; Varsity Ft 1t11, 12; Orchestra Letter and Key 10; Orches- ball 11, 12; Reserve Football 10; Varsity Fe uttra Letter 11, Swing Cho ir 11; Chambersing - ball Letter 11, 12; Boys' Track 10, 11; Va r •_,i ty ers 12; Internat ional Club Vice-Pres ident 12; Boys' Track Letter 11. Treasurer 11; ' ' Bye, Bye, Bird ie" ; "No, No, Nanette."

Brox, Timothy J.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11; Cornhusker Boys ' State representat ive; ROCKET Editor 12, staff member 11; Elk's Club Youth Day Award for Publ ications 11; NClub 11; Sophomore Baseball 10; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Bui, Elizabeth T.: 5 semesters Honor Roll;

Butts, Brenda L.: 5 semesters Honor Prill; National Honor Society; Nebraska Scho Institute; Cbrnhusker Girls ' State represe tive; International Club 10, 11, 12; Va Cheerleade r 12; N-Club 12; Spotl ight 10,

Carlson, Linda S.: Varsity Cheerleader 12; Sophomore Girls' Basketball 1 O; Girls' Tr -1ck 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Track letter 10, 11 1

Nationa Honor Society;·FBLA 12; International Christle, Michael S.: Marching Band 10, Club 12; N-C lub 11 ; Girls ' Gymnastics 10, 11 ; 11 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band -11, Vars ity Girls ' Gymnastics Letter 1 0, 11 12; ROCKET staff 11, 12.

STUCO

president Ends 3-year role

Being fresh out of junior high didn't stop Lisa Koch from jumping feet first into the thick of things as a sophomore at Northeast.' Koch became an active member of the student council, and in doing so, paved herself a road to success in student government.

Koch said, "I joined my sophomore year because some friends told me to." Despite initial misgivings, she became confident enough to run for office and was elected secretary her junior year. Feeling a great deal of involvement with the student council, Koch attended the Nebraska Association of Student Councils (NASC), where she ran for the seat of Vice President. She did not win, bu t gained the experience necessary to go further ·in her own school.

Lisa decided to run for the office of President on the Northeast Student Council. Her reasons for running? "I had been secretary for a year, and I felt I could do a good job," she said. After winning the election, she set out to make a great contributuion to her school.

She gets much of her drive from the workshops she has attended. "The NASC workshops have been my biggest encouragement because there were so many people with different ideas, goals, and attitudes." However, she attributes much of her success to the other officers and members on the council.

One of the projects that the council now works on, introduced at the NASC workshops Lisa attended, is sister schools. "We have other schools in the state that we write to," she commented. "We're paired with sister schools that are about the same size, so we deai with the same problems and the same goals."

In addition to her activities with the student council, where she spends an average of six to seven hours per week, she has a s,eady job at Hy-Vee. She squeezes in approximately 25 hours per week working in the bakery. She says it is tough to go to school and work that many hours at the same time. She also likes to attend the many diverse school activities, go to the movies, and spend as much time with her friends as she can.

As for her future plans, Lisa is looking forward to the summer after graduation. "I'm starting UNL this summer...suicide!" She hopes to study medicine and eventually obtain a doctoral degree. Lisa's purpose for this task? "I'm going to get rich and spend ifall on myself."

-Karen Wixson and Tim Brox

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Student Council President, Lisa Koch, displays some of the projects undertaken by the group.

Sports, studies

Keep senior busy

Lonnie Buresh has been a member of the "N"-Club since his junior year. He decided to join after Steve Strauss, 1985-86 President, asked him to be a member. Buresh is now the Vice-President of the Letterman's Club and feels that the group is an "incentive for students to work harder," so they too can be a member. When the "N"-Club meets, they usually talk about sports and other activities going on in the Northeast hallways. The "N"-Club does not only get together and talk about the latest news but works hard to raise money for needy organizations.

Besides being a member of the club, Buresh has been on the Varsity Football team and started both his junior and senior years. He was one of three Lincoln high schoo l football players selected to · receive the Academic All-State Football Award. Maintaining a G.P.A of 1.00 since the beginning of his high school career has led to this honor and the prestige of being ranked first in the senior class. It has also inducted him into the National Honor Society and he has earned an Academic Letter for being in the top three per cent of his class for at least two consecutive semesters.

In addition to Lonnie's academic record, he still finds time to help his dad with their family business. In the spring and fall, the Buresh team goes out and aerates friends and neighbors lawns. Aerating is a process that involves punching holes into lawns - so the soil will be exposed to the air. It causes the air to circulate, resulting in greener, healthier looking lawns.

After graduation, Buresh plans on going to the University of Nebraska and study electrical engineering. One of his future goals is to receive his masters and doctoral degrees in this field. After graduting from college, he'd like to get a job designing electronic devices such as computers and adding machines.

-Gall Schmidt

Lonnie Buresh occupies much of his time perfecting his weightlifting skills.

Closely examining a photograph, Jarr od Frerichs looks for any flaws.

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Cindy Britton

Sean Broderick

Debra Brown

Timothy Brox

Alan Bruns

Lynette Buchanan

Elizabeth Bui

Tuan Bui

Lonnie Buresh

Marc Burt

Michael Burt

Jeffrey Busch

Brenda Butts

Todd Calfee

Curtis Campbell

Gary Campbell

Julie Caraway

Linda Carlson

Jeremy Carter

Lorraine Cavanaugh

Andrea Cerny

Rian Cerny

Denn is Champoux

Michael Christle

David Clapp

Sean Clark

Melinda Cline

Rana Coble

Dawn Cochran

Stacey Coffman

Brent Coil

Troy Collins

Vonda Coolidge

Bruce Coonce

Clint Coonrod

Tonia Correiro

Clapp, Dave W.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; Draper, James A.: Marching Band 10, 11, Concert Choir 12; Swing Choir 1 2; NortH- 12; Concert Band 10, 11 ; Symphonic Band 12; eastern Sports Editor 12, staff member 10, Band Letter 12. 11.

Duncan, Bill M.: Varsity Football 11, 12; Coffman, Stacey L.: 3 semesters Honor Sophomore Football 10; Varsity Football LetRoll; National Honor Society; Star Strutter 12; ter 11 , 12; Sophomore Baseball 1 O; Boys' Sophomore Volleyball 10; Girls' Tennis 11; Track 11.

Sophomore Girls' Basketball 10; Who's Who ·

Ehlers, Michael D.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 12; National Merit Scholarship Semi-finalist; William Randolph Hearst Foundation Scholarship; Marching Band 12; Symphonic Band 12; FBLA Vice-President 12. At Grand Island Northwest High School: Marching Band 10, 11; Stage Band 1 0, 11 ; Symphonic Band 1 0, 11 ; FBLA 10, 11; Speech 10, 11.

Among American High School Students.

Concert Band 1 O; Symphonic Band 11, 12; Band Letter 12; Speech 10, 11; Student Council 11 , 12; "Done to Death" crew; "Rhino~eros" stage manager; Who's W ho Among American High School Students.

Duke~, Janelle L.: 1 semester Honor Roll; · Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 12; Davis , Brian S.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Stage Band 12; Concert Band 1 0, 11 ; Symphonic Band 10, 11; Concert Choir 12; Chambersingers 12.

Eckman, Steve V.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Dightman, Gregory D.: FFA 10; Student National Honor Society; Varsity Football ManCouncil 11; Wrestling 10; Boys' Track 10; ager Letter 12; Sophomore Basketball 10; Boys' Tennis 12; Varsity Basketball Manager isophomore Baseball 10; Reserve Baseball 11; ~etter; Malone Community Center Outstand- Who's Who Among American High School ing Black Student Award. Students.

Epp, Alain-Rene W.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11; National Merit Scholarship Semi-finalist; UN-L French Honors test winner; State German test winner; National History Day 3-time state winner; "Cat Among the Pigeons"; Chambersingers; National Forensics League Vice-President; Speech 1 0, 1'1, 12; Debate 10, 11, 12; Debate Letter 11; International Club Treasurer 12, member 11; Math Club President 12, member 10, 11 ; N-Club 11, 12.

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Sarah Dale

Dayna Danielson

Bryan Davis

Scott Davis

Jodie Dean

Diane Decker

Lori Delancey

Amy Dewey

Richard Dey

Gregory Dlghtman

Barbara Dill

Larry Dirks

James Draper

Janelle Dukes

William Duncan

Larry Dvorak

Steven Eckman

James Eggerling

Michael Ehlers

Jennifer Elfring

Amy Ellis

Alain-Rene Epp

Stephen Eppens

James Ernst

Vicki Estle

Sonja Fabry

Kimberly Farwell

Dina Finch

Tracey Fisher

Rachelle Flagel

Cory Fletcher

Angela Flink

Shane Flynn

Chad Folden

Jeffrey Folsom

Jorge Fonseca

Eppens, Stephen R.: N-Club 1-0, 11, 12; Varsity Football 12; Junior Varsity Football 11; Sophomore Football 1 0; Varsity Football Letter 12; Boys' Swimming 10, 11, 12; Varsity Boys' Swimming Letter 10, 11, 12.

Fabry, Sonja S.: 5 semesters Honor Roll ; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11 ; N-Club 11, 12; Girls' Tennis 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Tennis Letter 10, 11; Varsity Basketball 10, 11, 12; Varsity Basketball Letter 10, 11, 12.

Frazer, Jacqueline A.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Marching Band 10; Concert Band 1 0; FBLA 10, 12; N-Club 1 2; Reserve Volleyball 1 0, 11 ; Varsity Volleyball 12; Varsity Volleyball Letter 12; Girls' Tennis 11; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Fritter, Shanna L~: 4 semesters Honor Roll.

Garner, Mark R.: Varsity Football 12; Reserve Football 11 ; Varsity Football Letter 12; Sophomore Baseball 1o.

Flagel, Rachelle A.: Marching Band 10, 11, Gilroy, Tracy J.: N-Club 10, 11, 12; ·Star 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band 11, 12; Strutter Captain 12, member 11; Girls' GymBand Letter 12; Varsity Cross Country Stu- nasties 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Gymnastics Letdent Manager Letter 11. ter 10, 11.

Grigsby, Jayson A.: 2 semesters Hon ;r Roll; FBLA 12; Northeastern staff 11, 1 1; International Club 12; Math Club 12.

Gross, Pam~la R.: 3 semesters Honor R<II ; Marching Band 10; Concert Band 10; Var s i ,y Volleyball 11, 12; Reserve -Volleyball 10; V•.,,_ sity Volleyball Letter 11, 12; Reserve Bask£: tball 1 0; Society of Distinguished High Seh r JI Students 10, 11, 12.

Groothuis, Karri L.: Marching Band 10, 1 1, 12; Symphonic Band 10, 11, 12; Band St • ff 12; Band Letter 12; Concert Choir 11, 1 ;

"Bye, Bye, Birdie."

Hansen, Traci J.: Varsity Volleyball 11, 1 2; Reserve Volleyball 1 0; Varsity Volleyball Le :-

Flink, Angela M.: Pep Club 10 ; Math Club Gould, Sunny R.: Concert Choir 11, 12; ter 12; Reserve Basketball 10, 11 : Girls' Tra i. k 1o, 11. "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; FBLA 12; Pep Club 10. 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Track Letter 10, 11.

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SENIORS I.,____ _..

Leybold's focus On world affairs

As president of Northeast's International Club, Karla Leybold hopes that the club has gotten more students interested in other countries. Northeast had been without an International Club since the 60's until Mrs. Shirley Rine, Northeast Spanish teacher, re-started the club during Leybold's sophomore year. Leybold joined right away and was elected VicePresident during her junior year. She is now enrolled in Spanish 10. She feels· she will continue in language and hopes it will help her in her future career, though she is unsure what field she will be involved in. Leybold says,"1'11 probably go to UNL in the college of Arts and Sciences. I hope to get my bachelors and go on to obtain my masters degree."

Leybold attends International Club meetings every other week. The club tries to get foreign exchange students involved in Northeast. She commented, "The best part of the club is getting to meet the foreign exchange students."

Besides her involvement in International Club, Leybold is also a member of the Youth for Nuclear Freeze group. She goes to many of th e activities the group sponsors and has traveled to Washington, D.C., to greet the members of the Great Peace March.

Leybold was selected for Who's Who Among American High School Students, is a member of National Honor Society, and has been awarded the HOBY Youth Leadership Award for outstanding sophomore. She was also involved in speech during her junior year.

-Chris Tipton

18 the feeling of delicious relaxation slowly Karla Leybold is part of a new generation of vercomes him, Brad Richardson becomes the peace advocates. lctim of laziness.

Aspiring vocalist Lured by success

As a seventh grader trying out for Swing Choir at Dawes Junior High, little did Clint Hauptmeier know that he was about to begin his musical career.

After two years of experience on this level, Hauptmeier came to Northeast and tried out once again, and once again he made the group. He has been involved in Swing Choir during both his junior and senior years. Hauptmeier says his involvement in the group has helped his singing because, as he says, "I can sing a lot better now. It's easier to get up in front of a lot of people and not be too worried."

He is also a member of Chambersingers and says he spends approximately 4 1/2 hours a day on his music including time he spends practicing at home and writing his own songs. He also takes voice lessons at UNL once a week.

After graduation, Hauptmeier plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University (NWMS) and major in contemporary and Jazz style music. After his college graduation, he hopes to have some of his original music works published, have a degree in performing, and establish himself as a singer/songwriter. Although he has strong career aspirations, Hauptmeier knows how competitive the music business is. He says, · "It'll be real tough to estabHsh myself. That's why I'm going to college, so I can better myself and compete with all of the other aspiring muscians." ·

While in Swing Choir, one of Hauptmeier's favorite memories was when the group competed in the 1987 NWMS music contest, where they placed second. He remembered, "How the audience accepted the group and really got into the music. They clapped right along and it was more like having fun with friends than performing." Another highlight of the competition that Hauptmeier remembers was the standing ovation the group received at the end of their performance.

Hauptmeier commented, "A lot of people who would like to be singers or songwriters don't feel that Swing Choir is for them, but being exposed to audiences and having the chance to perform is important. I think being in Swing Choir is the best thing you can do while in high school."

-Chris Tipton

Clint Hauptmeler snaps to the beat of a Swing Choir tune.

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Jacquelin Frazer

JoRene Freeman

Shane Freeman

Jarrod Frerichs

Shanna Fritter

Heather Gaffney

Mark Garner

Michelle Gaston

Diane Gates

Karla Gelinne

Tracy Gilroy

Sunny Gould

Jason Graff

Karen Gray

Jayson Grigsby

Karri Groothuis

Pamela Gross

Michelle Haas

Mark Habel

Jaiml Hahn

Bruce Hall

Gregory Hall

Christine Hansen

Natalie Hansen

Traci Hansen

Patrick Hardesty

Rebecca Hartung

Clinton Hartung

Randall Hartung

Sorel Haruf

Clinton Hauptmeier

Rodney Heinbigner,

Brian Helmers

Kenny Henke

Terri Henrichsen

Layne Hergert

Hardesty, Patrick A.: Marching Band 1 Hill, Erick L.: Marching Band 1 o:' concert 11; Concert Band 1 0, 11 ; Band Letter 1 0, • Band 1 Reserve Football 11 ; Sophomore Concert Choir 12; Meistersingers 11; Swing Football 10. Choir 11, 12; Chambersingers 11, 12; Vocal

King, Michael J.: "Rhinoceros"; '·'Cat Among the Pigeons';; ,"Icarus Mother"; "The Happy Journey to Caf!lden and Trenton"; Boys' Track 10, 11; Track Letter 11.

Music Letter 11, 12; N-Club 11, 12; Varsity

Hovland, Steven T.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Football 12; Reserve Football 11; Sophomore · FBLA 12; Math Club 11, 12. Football 1 0; Varsity Football Letter 12; Boys' Track 10, 11; Varsity Boys' Track Letter 11; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Knoblach , Julie A.: At Apollo High School, Hudson, Cabrina C.: Varsity Cheerleader St. Cloud, Minne~ota: Girls' Fastpitch Softball 1 2; Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Pep Club 1 N- 9, 10, 11 ; Varsity Girls' Softball Letter 9, 1 0,

Club 12; FBLA 12. 11.

Haruf, Sorel E.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Concert Choir 12; Chambersingers 12; International Club 12; Spotlight 12; "The Cat Among · The Pigeons"; At Yuma High School: Concert Choir 10, 11; Swing Choir 11; International Club 10, 11; Spotlight 1 0, 11 ; Sophomore Volleyball 1 0.

Jordal, Lori S.: Marching Band 1 0, 11, 12; 1 Concert Band 10, 11; Symphonic Band 12; Koch, Lisa A.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; Drum Major Letter 12; Band Letter 12; FBLA J National Honor Society; Pep Club 10; Student 12; N-Club 12.

1 Council President 12, Secretary 11, member

· 1 0; Student Council Letter 11 ; Optimist Club

Kaup, Crystal F.: Marching Band 10; Con- : YCJuth Appreciation Award (2)· Nebraska cert Band 10; Sophomore Volleyball 10; Girls' 1 Association of Student Councils' State Con- ~ Track 11; Varsity Girls' Track Letter 11. vention Outstanding Representative; Princi-

Kennett, Shawn C.: N-Club 12; Varsity pal's Advisory Council 11, 12. ·

Football 12; Reserve Football 11 ; Sophomore

Hergert, Layne E.: Varsity Football 12; Football 1 0; Varsity Football Letter 12; Reserve Football 1 0, 11 ; Varsity Football Let- Reserve Basketball 11 ; Sophomore ~asketball ter 12; Reserve Basketball 1 O; Boys' Track 1 O; Reserve Baseball 10, 11; Sophomore 10, 11. Baseball 10.

Kumpost, Kerri J.: Pep Club 1 12; Twirling Letter 12.

LaBelle, Sherri L.: Reserve Basketball 1 0.

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SENIORS

Marissa Heuer

Erick Hill

Kristine Hillary

Douglas Hoage

Erik Holy

Michelle Houser

Steven Hovland

Sabrina Howard

Michael Hubbard

Cabrina Hudson

Lorelie Hywood

Gary Jiskra

Gina Johnson

Rodney Johnson

Theresa Johnson

Darin Jones

David Jones

Lori Jordal

Pamela Judds

Cory Jurgens

William Kast

Crystal Kaup

Michael Kelly

Shawn Kennett

Michael King

Kevin Kline

Michael Knittle

Julie Knoblach

Angela Knox

James Koch

Lisa Koch

Stephen Koch

Jennifer Kruger

Troy Kuhlman

Kerri Kumpost

Sherri LaBelle

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La rse n, Carol L.: 4 semesters Honor Ro ll; National Honor Society; Concert Cho i r 11, 12 ; Swing Choir 12; "Bye , Bye, Bird ie" ; Vocal Music Letter 12; Cho ir Council 12 ; Star Strutter Captain 12, member 11 ; N-Club Secretary 12, member 10, 1 1 ; Girls' Gymnastics 10, 11, 12; Varsity Girls' Gymnastics Le tter 10, 11, 12; Turnabout Royalty 11; May Day Attendant 11 ; Homecoming Hostess 12

11 , 12; Nebraska Wesleyan Ho nor Band 10, 1 1, 12; Lincoln Youth Symphony 1 0, 11 , 12 ; Band Staff Vice - Pres ident ; Band Letter and Key; Orchestra Letter and Key; Concert Cho ir 11 , 12; Meisters ingers 12; Horizons 11; " Bye, Bye , Bird ie" ; Who ' s Who Among American High School Students

Lovell, Megan K.: 2 semesters Honor Roll ; Concert Cho ir 11 ; Swing Choi r 12; Chambersingers 11, 12; "Bye , Bye, Bird ie" ; Vocal Music Letter 11, 12; Star Strutter 1 1, 12 ; Who 's Who/ All-American Drill Team nom inee ; Miss American Drill Team, 2nd Runner - up; N-Club 12; Homecoming First Attendant 12

Leybold, Karla J.: 5 semesters Honor Roll ; National Honor Society; Academ ic Letter 11 ; FBLA 10; Speech 11; International Club VicePres ident 11, President 12; "Rh inoceros" crew ; Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (outstanding sophomore); Who's Who Among American High School Students Lubben, Jim L.: Vars ity Football 12 ; Reserve Football 1 1 ; Sophomore Football 1 0 ; Vars ity Lind, Kathleen M.: 3 semesters Honor Roll; Football Letter 12

Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 11 , 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band 11, 12; All- Martaus, Nicole K.: Speech 11 , 12; SpaState Band 11, 12; Hastings Honor Band 1 o, tlight 11 , 12; Sophomore ·Basketball 10.

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Martin, Arien W.: Sophomore Basebal l · ; Reserve Baseba ll 11

Martison, Chris: Boys ' Tenn is 10, 12 ; V crsity Boys ' Tennis Letter 10, 12

Mattingly, Dana G.: 2 semesters H o1 J r Roll ; March ing Band 10; Concert Band • O; Varsity Cheer leader 12; N-Club 11, 12; Gi· Is' Swimming 10; Varsity Girls' Swimming Le t ·, er 10.

Mau, Jennifer L.: 5 semesters Honor F JII; Nationa l Honor Soc iety; N-Club 11, 12; Irsity Volleyball 1 0, 11 , 1 2 ; Varsity Volle y: all Letter 10, 11, 12; First Team All-City 11 , i 2; Second Team A ll -City 10; Second Team , 11State 11, 12 ; Third Team Super State 11 , 2; Girls ' Tennis 10, 1 1; Vars ity Girls' Tennis L-i tter 1 0 , 11 ; Varsity Basketball 1 0, 11, 2; Varsity Basketball Letter 10, 11, 12; W h1' s Who Among Amer ican High School StuderJ:s.

Koch not fishing With jazz talents

Jim Koch, senior trombone player in the Rocket Jazz Ensemble, has been playing trombone since he was a fifth grader at Bethany Elementary School. Koch wanted to follow in the footsteps of his older brother, who also plays the trombone, but he is basically selfmotivated when it comes to music. "Mr. Rosenthal, my sixth grade teacher, talked to me a lot, he gave me a lot of responsibilities , and showed me that I was the only one who could make something out of my life," he commented.

Koch has been in the Jazz Ensemble since his sophomore year, when he was one of two sophomores selected to be in the select group. He has also played in the Marching Band, as well as the Concert and Symphonic Bands, but maintains t hat jazz is still his favorite. "I like to play jazz more than most other kinds of music. Concert music can get old, but jazz is always exciting. you can go a lot further playing jazz."

Jazz isn't Koch's only interest. While attending college at UNL, he hopes his musical abilities will enable him to be in the Husker Marching Band and will hopefully take him to sunr.1y Miami and the Orange Bowl. After college he hopes to follow his other interests: camping, hunting, and fishing. He would like to open a fishing resort in Canada, in order to be around and get to know a variety of people. As he put it, "I've always liked to work with people. Maybe that's why I've held two summer jobs and like music so much, because I get to be around interesting people."

-Melissa Sayer

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Theresa Peterson knows just how exhaustIng the senior year can be.

SenlorJazzTrombonlst,JimKoch,flndsthat practice will lead to perfection.

Larsen finds that Practice pays off

Carol Larsen remembers seeing the Northeast Star Strutters perform when she was in the sixth grade. Her first impression was "Wow, that's what I want to be. I want to be just like them." Four years of waiting and a lot of hard work paid off as Larsen's dream came true.

With many other girls competing for the prestigious squad, she tried out for the team her sophomore year, hoping to garner a position on the next year's squad. After many hours of grueling practice and nerve breaking performances in front of the UNL Flag Corps, she was chosen to be a member of the Northeast Drill Team for the following school year. Larsen was later elected to several different offices, including the Junior Representative for her junior year and secretary/treasurer for football and captain for boys' basketball during her senior year. Larsen claimed that being on the team has been "a neat experience, and it gave me the opportunity to meet new people I would never have gotten a chance to meet if I hadn't been on the team."

Larsen may spend a lot of time with the drill team, but she is also involved in many other clubs in and outside of Northeast. She is a member of the Swing Choir and Gymnastics team. Larsen is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). The FCA is made up of many athletes who read verses from the Bible and apply them to everyday life. She said that through FCA she has gotten a chance to "see life better than before."

After Larsen graduates, she plans to attend UNL and major in teaching. "I'd like to be a teacher for grades Kindergarten through sixth," she commented. Once she graduates from school she's hoping to get a job teaching here in Lincoln. However, if no jobs are available, she'll move to a place where teaching is in a higher demand.

-Gall Schmidt

Carol Larsen, a Star Strutter captain, performs a Senior Joe Sis finds timeduring the lunch hour to routine at a morning pep rally. cool down and catch some rays.

McCormick, Jon D.: Varsity Football 12; Mertz, Dawn L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Reserve Football 11; Sophomore Football 1 O; .,Concert Choir 11, 12; Meistersingers 11, 12; Varsity Football Letter 12; Sophomore Bas- "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; Vocal Music Letter 11, 12; ketball 10; Boys' Golf 10, 11; Varsity Boys' Star Strutter 11, 12; N-Club 12; Sophomore Golf Letter 11. Volleyball 10; Sophomore Basketball 1 0;

Who's Who Among American High School

McDiffett, Patricia J.: Concert Choir 11; Students.

Jon Larchlck

Carol Larsen

Steve Lauver

Karla Leybold

Kathleen Lind

Amy Lionberger

Laurie Lollmann

Sheila Lott

Jeffrey Love

Megan Lovell

Jamison Lubben

Mark Lyon

Shane Makovicka

Richard Marsh

Nicole Martaus

Arien Martin

Christopher Martison

Lara Masters

Troy Masters

Dana Mattingly

Jennifer Mau

Ronald McCloskey

Todd Mcconkey

Jon McCormick

Patricia McDiffett

Wade McGinnis

Dawn McKay

Daniel McMahill

Kevin McReynolds

Dawn Mertz

Cindy Miller

Gail Miller

Susan Miller

Traci Minnick

Chip Moeller

Amy Moravec

Murphy, Patricia S.: 4 semesters Honor · Roll; National Honor Society; Orchestra 10, 11 , 12; Orchestra Letter 12; FBLA 11, 12; Pep Club 10; Spotlight 10, 12; "No, No, Nanette"; "Bye, Bye, Birdie."

Novak; Michelle,A.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; FFA President 12, member Miller, Gail A.~ : 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Sophomqre Basket11; FBLA 11; Varsity Cheerleader 12; Pep National Honor Society; Speech 10, 11, 12. ·ball 1O; Varsity Volleyball 11, 1'2; Reserve VolClub 10; N-Club 12. leyball 10; Varsity Volleyball Letter,. 11, 12; AllMinnick, Traci J.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; Conference Volleyball, First Team; All-City

Triple Trio 11, 12; Vocal Music Letter 11;

McGinnis, Wade A.: Sophomore Football 10; National Honor Society; FBLA 10; Star Strut- Volleyball, Second Team; 1986 Fall Sports Boys' Track 10, 11, 12. · ter 12; Who's Who Among American High Sertoma Club Award for Volleyball; Who's

McAeynolds, Kevin S.: 5 semesters Honor School Students.

Nutzman, Amie: Sophomore Volleyball 10; Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Star Strutter 12.

Who Among American High School Students. 11; National Honor Society; Marching Band Moravec, Amy S.: 3 semesters Honor Roll; 10., 11, 12; Stage Band 11; 12; Concert Band National Honor Society; Concert Choir 11, 12; 10; Symphonic Band 11, 12; Stage Band Let- Swing Choir 11, 12; Chambersingers 11; "Bye, ter 12; Band Letter 10, 11, 12; Band Staff; Bye, Birdie"; Concert Choir 12; Vocal Music

AH-American Band nominee; N- Letter 10, 11, 12; FBLA 12; N-Club 12; TurnClub 10, 11, 12; Boys' Track 10, 11; Varsity ; about Royalty 10; May Day Attendant 11; Boys• Track Letter 11. Homecoming norpinee 12;

Osburn, Matthew D.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; FBLA 12; Math Club 10, 11, 12.

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Patricia Murphy

Frank Musil

JoEllen Neal

Shelly Neujahr

Sheryl Noe

Bradford Norris

Michelle Novak

Michael Oehm

Candice Olsen

Nina Onarheim

Matthew Osburn

Ashley Owens

Teresa Palik

Kevin Patak

Amy Pavey

James Pearl

Rodney Pearson

Terri Peet

Lisa Pennington

Michelle Peralez

Lance Perkins

Michael Peterson

Theresa Peterson

Jeffrey Phillips

Timothy Phillips

Philip Pickard

Michael Pltchie

Steven Plantz

Rod Pollard

Valerie Pollema

Michael Pope

Roxann Potter

Douglas Pratt

Steven Prososkl

Vicki Rathe

Denise Ravins

Owens, Ashley W.: Concert Choir 10, 11, Rathe, Vicki L.: 1 semester Honor Roll; Var12; Chambersingers 12: Choir Council; N-Club sity Volleyball 11; Reserve Volleyball 10; Var11, 12; Student Council Historian 11, 12, sity Volleyball Letter 11 ; Varsity Basketball member 1O; "Bye, Bye, Birdie " 10, 11, 12; Varsity Basketball Letter 10, 11, 12.

Palik, Teresa L.: Marching Band 10; Sym- Ravins, Denise M.: 4 semesters Honor Roll. phonic Band 10; Star Strutter 11, 12

Perkins, Lance E.: Varsity Football 12; Reserve Football 11 ; Varsity Football Letter 12.

Peterson, Theresa L.: Marching Band 10, 11; Orchestra 11. 12; Concert Band 10, 11, 12; Band Letter 12; All-State Music; FBLA 10; Northeastern 11. 12; Girls' Track 10; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Pollema, Valerie A.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society.

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Richardson, Bradley J.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; Cornhusker Boys' State representative; Concert Choir 11. 12; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; N-Club 11., 12 ; Varsity Boys' Basketball 10, 11. 12; Varsity Boys' Basketball Letter 10, 11, 12; First Team All-City Center 11; All-Conference Center, Greater Nebraska Conference 11; All-Tournament Team, Nebraska State Basketball Tournament 11 ; Second Team Super-State 11; All-Class 11; Nebraska Basketball Development Association Team, Las Vegas; Boys' Track 10, 11; Varsity Boys' Track Letter 10, 11; May Day Royalty 10; Turnabout Royalty 10, 11 ; Homecoming Second Attendant 12.

Ridpath, Patrick F.: 5 semesters H ma Roll; National Honor Society; Northea f staff 10; N-Club 11, 12; Reserve Footb ai. 10 Varsity Football 11, 12; Varsity Footba ll Let· ter 11, 12; All-City Football Team 12; Re f 3rV! Basketball rn. 11; Boys' Track 11; Vs si tt Boys' Track Letter 11; May Day nomine ;: 11 Who's Who Among American High St hoo Students.

Ripley, Mike A.: Varsity Basketball 1 1 12 Reserve Basketball 10; Varsity Bask t- t b Letter 12; Reserve Baseball 1 0, 11

Robinson, Spencer J.: N-Club 12: Va---si Football Manager Letter 12; Reserve Foe. tbi Manager 11 : Reserve Baseball 11 ;_Sepho more Baseball 10; Senior Achieve rn err Athletic Award : Black Student Act h: itie Booster Club Award

Variety of music Fills Shafer's day

Long, long ago, in a school not so far away, young first grader, Rick Shafer, began his musical career by singing. His interest in singing inspired a love for music and encouraged him to start playing the drums in 6th grade. "It seemed all the cool people played the drums."

Being the senior Band President and drumlins squad leader, his interests have increased to include playing the trench horn in the Concert band as well as the gu itar in the Jazz Ensemble. He is also a member of the Northeast Chamber Singers, the Orchestra, and the Symphonic Band. Shafer also takes a mus ic theory class twice a week from Northeast vocal coach, Duane Nichols.

Why would one go from playing every type of percussion instrument , to trying to master the trench horn, one of the most difficult brass instruments? "I wanted to play something more melodic than just the drums."

This would seem to be a hectic schedule for any student, but Shafer sees it as a stepping stone to his future. Shafer plans to attend the University of NebraskaLincoln, with a major in music education. He says the discipline he has learned from his experiences will undoubtedly take him far in his future plans.

Rick says he has enjoyed himself w hile utilizing his talents at Northeast. He feels that former Northeast drummer, Chris Varga, has been his greatest inspiration. "I wanted to work harder to be as good as he was," he commented.

Undoubtedly, the name Rick Shafer will be one that will remain active in music circles for many years, for as he puts it, "Music is the way I express myself, and it's the way I communicate my · emotions."

-Melissa Sayer

Corey Fletcher listens intently during an FBLA Marching Band President and drum line comeeting, even though he may be dreaming leader, Rick Shafer, works on his snare skills. abo ut hitting the links.

Thespian eyes

Acting career

As a young child with a passion for entertainment , Steve Shields often found it tough to play games with his older siblings, and was forced to depend on his own abilities to enjoy his spare time. In doing so, Steve gained a love of acting that has never left him " I had to re ly on my own imagination, creativity , and ability to mimic characters to have fun, " Shields said.

Shields had his first on stage appearance as a young boy in the 1975 production of the "Music Man." Although his participation in the musical was limited, it was just the type of experience he needed to make it to the top. Ot her bit parts in various plays also helped hone his acting skills.

Shields says his attracion to the theatre came from the fact the he was "never understood" as a youngster , and the stage became a way for him to express himself. "Once I got on the stage, people knew what I wanted to say, and they could unde rstand it," he commented.

High school brought great things for Steve, as he became act ively involved in drama as a sophomore. One great break for him came when he was cast in the play "Anastasia," and he regards it as his most difficult role to date. "My part in 'Anastasia' was difficult for me because I had always been known for my humor. Getting people to see the serious side of me and make it believeable was a challenge."

Shields' stage experience will undoubtedly take him far, regardless of whether or not he ever hits · the "big time." He said he would like to be a professional actor, but maintains there is merit in teaching the art of acting as well.

Shilds plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University as a theatre major , and he stresses the importance of education in the theatre, "You can never be prepared enough as far as experience goes. If you're good, there's another guy out there ten times better preparation is the key."

-Karen Wixson

Takinghisactingveryseriously,SteveShieldshopes to perform professionally someday.

Aociber, Kelli A.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Sailors, Anissa L.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Soc iety; Academic Letter 1 f; National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, Triple Trio 11, 12; Chambersingers 12; Vocal 11 , 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band 11, Music Letter 12; Student Council 10; Math 12; Band Letter 12; FBLA 12. Club 12; N-Club 12; Linco ln Consumer Credit Association Essay Winner.

Roesler, geeky S.: Concert Choir 12; Triple Trio 12; Horizons 11, 12; Vocal Music Letter 12; N-Club 12; Varsity Volleyball 12; Reserve Volleyball 1 O, 11 ; Varsity Volleyb~II Letter 12; Girls' Track 10, 11, 12; Varsity Basketball 12; Reserve Basketball 11 ; Sophomore Basketball.

Sayer, Melissa E.: 5 semesters Honor Roi ,; National Honor Society; Marching Band 1 q, 11, 12; Concert Band 10, 11; Symphonic Ban<d 12; Band Staff 12; Band Letter 12; Who's Who Among American High School Students; Society of Distinguished High School Student? 10, 11 , 12.

Schlecht, Kristina A.: 5 semesters Hono r Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11; FFA reporter 12, member 11 ; N-club 11:, 12.

Ross, Kristen K.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Star Strutter 11, 12; Schmidt, Gail D.: 5 semesters Honor Roll : ~-Club 11, 12; Girls' Gymnastics 10, 11; Var - ROCKET staff 12; At Holdingford High School. srty Girls' Gymnastics ·Letter 10, 11; Who 's Holdingford, Minnesota: Marching Band 1 0, Who Among American High School Students. 11; Concert B~nd 10, 11; Band representa-

Donald Reed

Shelly Reikofski

Scott Renick

William Reubenking

Bradley Richardson

Patrick Ridpath

Jeffery Rigby

Brenda Riha

Sandra Riha

Kimberly Rinke

Michael Ripley

Kelly Rivers

Spencer Robinson

Mark Rockemann

Kelli Roeber

Rebecca Roesler

Joe Rogman

Daniel Rondaeu

Jeff Rosen

Kristen Ross

Jerry Russell

John Rutt

William Rutt

Anissa Sailors

Melissa Sayer

David Scaggs

Todd Schaffer

Carla Scheinost

Carol Scheinost

Suzanne Schelby

Jamie Schilke

Jerry Schilke

Kristina Schlecht

Gail Schmidt

John Schmohr

Brett Schneider

tive 10; Band Letter 10, 11; Holding Memories staff 11; Varsity Volleyball Manager Letter 10, 11.

Scott, Leonard L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; FBLA President 12; member 11.

Sheridan, Louie: Cornhusker Boys ' State representative; Concert Choir 11 ; Meistersingers 11, 12; Chambersingers 11; Vocal Music Letter 11; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; N-Club 11, 12; Varsity Basketball 11, 12; Reserve Basketball 10; Varsity Baskeball Letter 11, 12; Varsity Baseball 11 ; Reserve Baseball 1 0; Varsity Baseball Letter 11.

Shields, Steven A.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; Concert Choir 11 ; Chambersingers 12; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; Speech 11, 12; "Anastasia"; "Rhinoceros"; "Fools"; "Cat Among the Pigeons"; "The Happy Journey to Trenton and Camden."

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SENIORS

Teresa Schneider

Danielle Schwartz

Slouxzy Schwichtenberg

Leonard Scott

Tracey Scott

Carrie Sell

Laurie Settles

Rick Shafer

Samuel Shaw

Louie Sheridan

Matthew Sheridan

Michael Sherman

Steven Shields

Jay Shonerd

Gena Simons

Joseph Sis

Cliti Skinner

Ase Skjaeveland

Brenda Skoda

Debra Slagle

Todd Slips

Diane Smith

Marilyn Smith

Michelle Smith

Lorrie Spencer

Kristine Sphon

Barbara Spidel

Melissa Stake

Shane Standley

Terry Stoppel

Kenneth Stuchl

Lisa Sullivan

David Svehla

Wendy Svoboda

Shawn Swisher

Shari Swoboda

Shonerd, Jay W.: Sophomore Football 10; Track 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Track Letter 10, Sophomore Basketball 1 0; Sophqmore Base- 11 ; Varsity Girls' Basketball 11, 12; Sophaball 10 more Girls' Basketball 10; Varsity Girls' Bas-

Sis, Joseph C.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; Cross Country 12; Cross Country Letter 12; Sophomore Basketball 1 0; Sophomore Baseball 10; Varsity Basketball Manager Letter 11; 1986 Fall Sports Sertoma Club Award for Cross Country.

ketball Letter 11, 1 2; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Sullivan, Lisa L.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; National Merit Scholarship Semi-finalist; Concert Choir 11; FBLA

Skinner, Cliti E.N.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; 12 · National Honor Society; Speech 10, 11, 12; Debate 10, 11, 12; Varsity Debate Letter 12; Math Club 10, 11, 12; FBLA 12.

Spencer, Lorrie E.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Who's Who Among American High School Students

Smith, Diane K.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11 ; Marching Band 10, 11 ; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band 11; N-Club 10, 11, 12 ; Girls'

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Svehla, David P.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11 ; Cornhusker Boys' State representative; NClub President 12, member 10, 11 ; Concert Choir 11, 12; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; Varsity Football 10, 11, 12; Varsity Football Letter 10, 11, 12; All-City Football Tearn 11 , 12; Honorable Mention All-State Football Tearn 11 ; All-Conference Quaterback 12; First Team All-State Football 12; Second Team Super-State Foot-

ball; Academic All-State Football Tea m ~2; 1986 Fall Sports Sertoma Award for Fo o' Jall; Varsity Boys' Basketball 10, 11, 12; Va:' 3ity Basketball Letter 10, 11, 12; All-City Ba :: etball Team 11; Honorable Mention All- ate Basketball Team 11 ; Varsity Baseball 10 11; Varsity Baseball Letter 10, 11; All-City E : seball Team 11; Honorable Mention AII- E · ate Baseball Tearn 11 ; All-Conference Ba s ball Team 11; American Legion Nebraska All - : 1t ar Baseball Team 11; May Day nomine e 11; Homecoming nominee 12; Who's Who Ar ong American High School Students.

Swisher, Shawn M.: N-Club 10, 11 12; Varsity Football 11, 12; Reserve Footba li 10; Varsity Football Letter 11, 1 2; Wrestlin g 10, 11, 12; Varsity Wrestling Letter 10, 1 1, 12; Boys' Track 10, 11.

Future looking up For FBLA's Scott

When Lenny Scott took a typing class his sophomore year, he never though he'd· later become a member of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), let alone become the group's president his senior year. He got partially involved in FBLA his sophomore year and now. says that being a member of the FBLA "helps members take part in the business world, hands on. It also gives them a chance to learn, benefit and understand the business world better."

Besides being the leader of this business-oriented group, Scott has a part time job at Bryan Memorial Hospital. He averages 20 hours per week as a floor technician. As his job del1'.\pnds, Scott delivers food, linen, does soil feturns and has the supply cart equipped ~ith\ all the major necessities needed for th~ :...,evening emergencies.

Other than working at the - hospital, Scott may be found studying at home or at the nearest library. Taking major classes such as Calculus and American Literature his senior year has taken up much of his spare time.

After Scott graduates, he plans to attend the University of Nebraska, maJonng in chemical engineering. This profession is concerned with the chemical processes that change raw materials into useful products. After graduating from UNL, he plans on going into this profession.

-Gall Schmidt

Senior Scott Davis does his best "Thundercats" impression during a morning band practice.

FBLA President Lenny Scott takes charge at one of the group's meetings.

Woolhiser picks Cheering, singing

Jacki Woolhiser has been an active person on the cheerleading scene for quite a while. She was a cheerleader in the 8th grade, when she lived in Iowa and has continued in the activity because " it's fun."

At Northeast, Woolhiser has been on both the varsity and reserve cheerleadering squads Cheerleading, she feels, takes up quite a bit of her free time.

When one figures practice after school everyday and all of the sporting events she has to cheer at, it is understandable that she finds t ime hard to come by. She estimates she spend twelve hours a week leading cheers for the Rockets. Her favorite memory of cheerleading is "when Kerry Windels didn't make the varsity squad and then she did "

Woolhiser has also been involved in band since the 5th grade. However, the decision was not solely hers. "My parents encouraged me to be in band." Jacki has played the clarinet for the last three years and was one of the only band members doing the half-time and pregame shows in a cheerleading uniform. "It was easier to pick me out on the field and see when I messed up."

Jacki has also been a member of Swing Choir both her junior and senior years. She received her first taste of musical performing from the Culler Show Choir, where she attended junior high. Her activies with the Northeast Swing Choir take up about 7 hours per week, she estimates

She plans to go to Southeast Comm unity College to major in business. At this point in time, she is considering a career in accounting

Woolhiser works at Russ's IGA part time in addition to all of her other activities. Due to the immense amount of time her activies take up, she has learned to budget her time. I have to make compromises and sacrifices in order to get everything done," she said.

-Carla Trouba

Varsity Cheerleader, Jacki Woolhiser, leads the students in a cheer at one of the pep rallies honoring an athletic team.

This group of senior girls nicknamed th em• selves the 'Bruins' and made many app &ar• ances at the District and State Tournamen ts

Linda Tejral

Jeffrey Thompson

Lori Thomsen

Kristine Thomsen

Corintha Tindle

Christine Tipton

Mary Tompkin

Lana Trauernicht

Carla Trouba

Lisa Tumbleson

Jeffrey Turek

Kimberly Turner

Shelly Upton

Tammy VanAckern

Dennis Vang

Allen Vasquez

Daniel Vculek

Jeremy Vejraska

D.J. Vokolek

DeAnna Vrana

Deborah Waldo

Barbara Walker

Rodney Ware

Ronda Warren

Bret Watkins

Stacy Watson

Jeffrey Way

Kusuma Weber

Cassaundra Welch

Brett Wenzl

Christopher Weskamp

Chanda Whisenhunt

Kevin White

Patricia White

Mark Wiegert

Paul Wiese

Swoboda, Wendy M.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Marching Barid 1 11 ; Concert Band 1 0; Symphonic Band 11 ; Sophomore Volleyball 1 O; Varsity Volleyball Manager Letter 11 ; Varsity Basketball 12; Reserve Basketba ll 11 ; Sophomore Basketball 1 Varsity Basketball Letter 12; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Thompson, Jeffrey M.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; Varsity Football 12; Reserve Football 11 ; Sophomore Football 1 0; Varsity Football Letter 12; Reserve Baseball 11 ; Sophomore Baseball 10.

Tindle, Corintha M.: Concert Choir 11, 12;

Trouba, Carla J.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; White, Kevin L.: Wrestling 10; 11, 12; VarNational Honor Society; Horizons 11, 12; Pep sity Wrestling 11, 12; Sophomore Baseball Club 10, 11 ; Northeastern staff 12; Who's 10. Who Among American High School Students.

Wiese, Paul R.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Vasquez, Allen L.: Boys' Swimming 1 0, 11 , National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11; 12; Varsity Boys' Swimming Letter 11, 12. Who's Who Among American High School ·

Vokolek, D.J.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Varsity Football 11, 12; Sophomore Football 1 0; Varsity Football Letter 11, 12; Varsity Basketball 12; Reserve Basketball 10; Varsity Basketball Letter 12; Reserve Baseball 11.

Horizons 11, 12; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; Pep Club Waldo, Deborah A.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; 1 11. National Honor Society; FBLA 11; Northeastern staff 12; People to People High School Tipton, Christine G.: 4 semesters Honor Student Ambassador Program. Roll; National Honor Society; Nebraska Schol- ' ar's Institute participant; Pep Club 10, 11; Weber, Kusuma A.: 1 semester Honor Roll; Nort~eastern Editor 12, staff member 11 ; Marching Band 10; Concert Band 1 O; Speech Who's Who Among American High School 11, 12; FBLA 12; Varsity Cheerleader 12; NStudents. Club 12; "Done to Death"

Students. ·

Will, Kelly B.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Concert Choir 11, 12; Chambersingers 12; Vocal Music Letter 11; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; N-Club 12; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Williams, Joan D.: 3 semesters Honor Roll; Concert Choir 11, 12; Swing Choir 12; Chambersing ers; "Bye, Bye, B,irdie 11 Vocal Music Letter 11, 12; Choir Council 11; Star Strutter 11, 12; N-Club 11, 12; Sophomore Volleyball 10; Girls' Track 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Track Letter 10, 11; May Day Attendant 1 Homecoming nominee 1 2.

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KellyWill

Jill Williams

Joan Williams

Michele Williams

Tanya Williams

Sue Wills

Michalle Wilson

Kerry Windels

Karen Wixson

Robert Wood

William Wood

Jacki Woolhiser

Kari Worm

Julie Wrasse

Adeyemi Yant

Wilson, Michalle R.: Concert Choir 12 ; Pep Club 10; Twirler 11, 12

Windels, Kerry L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; FBLA 12; International Club 12; Varsity Cheerleader 12 ; Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Pep Club 11 ; N- Club 12; Who's Who Among American High School Students.

Wixson, Karen E.: 1 semester Honor Roll ; Marching Band 12; Concert Choir 12; Vocal Music Letter 11 ; FFA 12; ROCKET Ed itor 11, staff member 10, 12; N-club 12; Cross Country student manager 12.

Woolhiser, Jacki A.: 2 semesters Honor Roll ; National Honor Soc iety; Marching B and 1 0, 11 , 12; Concert Band 1 0; Symphonic Ban d 11, 12 ; Band Letter 12 ; Varsity Chee rl eader 12; Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Pep Club 11; NClub 12; Sophomore Girls ' Basketball 1 0; Who's Who Among American H igh Sc ho ol Students.

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Scott Zager

Kevin Zillig

Gregory Zlnniel

Editor's note: Five is the maximum number of semesters listed s ince summaries we r e taken before the beginning of the second semester of 1986 - 87. Therefo r e, spring sports and activities for the 1987 season are not listed.

Camera Shy Seniors ...

John Adams

John Bassett

Matthew Buell

Jeffrey Buller

Eric Cain

Stacy Cockrill

Scott Cole

Jay Dinges

Ken Donahoo

Edward Duntz

Kimberly Durst

Jennifer Gillette

Patrick Guilliams

James Hall

Todd Hamersma

Todd Heptig

Phuong Hoang

Rebecca Jeppson

Gary Jiskra

Rob Johnson

Stephanie Karle

Shawn Lacey

Danny Landkamer

Stephanie Laundreaux

Scott Lebsack

Scott Lipskey

Brian Masters

Laurie McMaster

Troy Michaud

Scott Moya

Kevin Moyer

Richard Northway

Amie Nutzman

Connie O'Brien

Dirk Rains

Sean Randall

Ronald Reints

William Robertson

Amy Rogers

AngelaRog s John R; tt DanielSi s GenaSimo 1s Tim S rt

Dominic Sumn .cr

Shawn Swish !r Joseph Thom , s Kristine Thoms\ n Steven Ting lr y Scott Tomjar k ·

Stephanie Wacht ir JamesWu r .

Michelle Zweerh k ·

Bringelson, Carin

Brox, Timothy

Buell, Matthew

Bui, Elizabeth

Bui, Tuan

Buresh, Lonnie

Butts, Brenda

Cline, Melinda

Cottman, Stacey

Correiro, Tonia

bale, Sarah

Davis, Scott

~~~;;tional Ho~i~;;;~;ciety

Frazer , Jacquelin

Hansen, Natalie

Haruf, Sorel

Hovland, Steven

Koch, Lisa

Larsen, Carol

Leybold, Karla

Lind, Kathleen

Mau , Jennifer

McMahill, Daniel

McReynolds, Kevin

Mertz, Dawn

Patak , Kevin

Pollema, Valerie

Ridpath , Patrick

Roeber, Kelli

Rosen, Jeff

Ross, Kristen

Sailors, Anissa

Sayer, Melissa

Schlecht , Kristina

Scott , Leonard

Shafer , Rick

Simons, Gena

Svehla , David

Svoboda, Wendy

Swoboda , Shari

Te jral, Linda

Tipton , Christine

Tompkin , Mary

Trouba , Carla

Vokolek, D.J.

Waldo, Deborah

Wiese, Paul

Will, Kelly

Williams, Jill

Diverse activities manage To meet Slechta interests

After taking Journalism during her sophomore year, Marta Slechta joined the staff of the Northeastern. She says that being on the staff has taught her, "how to use what I see and hear from other people. It has also taught me how to make what other people say, understandab le to everyone."

Slechta hopes to continue as a member of the Northeastern staff next year. After high school, she plans to attend college, most likely at Kearney, where she will major in political science with a triple minor in journalism , speech, and economics. She says she would like to get a masters degree and hopes to be a speech writer for politicians or be a politician herself. Though Slechta believes she will hold a job during her college years, she states, "I want to

concentrate on college and learning. After all, that's what it's for."

Although Slechta says she spends approximately seven hours a week, working on the newspaper, she is interested in a variety of other activities. She spends much of her time with the various school groups she is in: Speech, Debate, Mock Court, Concert Choir, Math Club, Drama Club, and Science Club. Outside of school, she is a member of the Student Congress, Junior Achievement, and actively participates in her church youth group.

While on the Northeastern staff, Slechta says her favorite memory was "when Chris Tipton and I went to this press conference at ETV. We though it was going to be some big deal, and we were the only ones who showed up."

-Chris Tipton

While in college, Marta Slechta plans to major in political science, and minor In journalism, economics, and speech.

JUNIORS

Tom Ahlschwede

Jamie Allen

Jeff Allensworth

Monty Allsman

Susan Almery

Lara Anderson

David Attenberger

Mak Azadi

Dale Bailey

Kim Bauer

Kathy Beahr

Michelle Beck

Traci Beckwith

Amy Behrens

Lisa Benedict

David Bennett

Jared Bennett

Duane Bernt

Kimberly Berry

Naomi Bevard

Delbert Bice

Perry Blanchard

Michael Bodfield

Kala Bokelman

Theresa Bonnett

Joanne Borkowski

Jay Borrell

Jennifer Bouwens

Tamara Bouwens

Michael Boyd

Bridget Bozak

Michael Brehm

Jill Brennfoerder

Kristine Brewster

Deanna Briley

Michael Brittenham

The Lighter Side ...

When was the first time you fell in love , and what do you remember about it?

"When I was in 6th grade I fell in love with Lance Schlosser. He used to ride his bike over and watch T.V. He was the first guy I talked on the phone with for 2 1/2 hours. And yes, Lance, it was special!"

-Laurie Schomaker

"It was in 5th grade and her name was Sheri Hevelone. I was walking her home with a bunch of other people. We stopped in an underground place and I kissed her. And that's when I fell in love."

-Brad Domingo

"I had the biggest crush on David Jones in 4th grade! I remember he wore a Lincoln Track sweatshirt and I had a big plan to start jogging around his neighborhood so he'd notice me. He never did though."

-Kathy Soflin

Junior Mike Brehm.grimaces at the thought of another three periods before the end of the day.

'LNE!' Stu Schaub, Ron Cook, and Scott Berndt show their pride in the Rockets at the State Basketball Tournament.

Louise Brodecky

Teri Brokofsky

Danny Brown

Melanie Brown

Timothy Brown

Kelly Buchanon

Garrett Buck

Wendy Buckmaster

Oanh Bui

Rob Buis

Ricky Burianek

Tamara Burianek

Heidi Carbon

Jennifer Carlson

Diann Carr

Paul Casburn

Trennia Casey

Ruben Ceballos

Susan Chaloupka

Aileen Chick

Dustin Cink

Cassandra Cobb

Tami Cobb

Jodean Cole

Dawn Collins

Tammy Collins

Jason Condello

Rex Conrad

Tanja Copeland

Lloyd Cornell

Billie Coulter

Derek Cox

Michael Craig

Cayleen Criswell

Anngee Crocker

Larry Cronk

Theresa Crosier

Brian Curtis

Carrie Curtis

Brian Davis

Scott DeBrie

Darren Denny

Cindy Densberger

Angela Dietrich

Theresa Dill

Lorie Dill

Lorie Divis

Bradley Domingo

Andy Donovan

Lucinda Downs

Dean Drake

Joan Drake

John Durst

Candy Dyer

Jay Eastep

Gerald Eberhardt

John Egger

David Ehlers

Garrett Eiland

Thomas Eloge

Jim Elliott

Stacey Engelhart

Michael Ersch

Wade Eschenbrenner

Eric Faust

Neal starts to collect After paying his dues

Marcus Neal "goes for the kill on the mat," and attacks the rest of his life with the same single-minded qualities. The enthusiasm, talent, and vigor which fills his inner-spring of endless energy is reflected in Wrestling Club, Swing Choir, and Concert Choir. He first thought "I wasn't good enough for them," until he was repeatedly told that "I was good enough, and I finally believed them " He continues to prove to himself and others that he truly is successful at Northeast.

He "really gets into it." This is no surprise when one considers that, as he puts it, "I really express myself in singing I can really show them what I've got."

As if Wrestling Club and vocal music weren't enough to occupy his time, Marcus has an interest in jazz dance which he does, "whenever I can." He also spends much of his time at HyVee, where he sacks groceries and carries them to the cars in order to hold up more than his

share of the "helpful air at HyVee."

In the spare time Marcus squeezes out of his busy life, he models for Jackie Beavers. Currently, he does fashion shows for retail stores and churches. But such was not the case in his early days of modeling. He was once asked to do a commercial for a beer company , but was turned down when they found out his true age.

"I've paid my dues in wrestling and now I think it's time for me to collect " In order to do so, Marcus has decided to quit track so he can concentrate on his wrestling skills fully.

Student Council is next on his agenda. "It's leadership skills which I have, but I want to work to improve them. I want to help people "

As for his long-term plans, Marcus would "love" to be a high school teacher and would eventually like to teach and coach wrestling as well.

-Marta Slechta

Juniors in the hall put their hands on their hips as they do the 'Hokey Pokey.'

Marcus Neal, a member of the Swing Choir, sings a solo at the Soup Supper.

Weekends on the road

Lead to vocal interest

Laura Simons, a junior, is a reserve cheerleader, a member of Triple Trio, and a youth group member at Garden View Church.

Simons feels that her parents gave her the inspiration to sing. "My mom and dad were in a singing group. We traveled with them. We lived in a bus on weekends!" She thinks being in Triple Trio has helped her become a better singer.

Simons most embarrassing moment while being a cheerleader was when they went to Grand Island. On the way back they all had to go to the bathroom really bad They were going to go to a house but before they got to the house they got stuck in the bus in the mud. So, they just decided to go on the side of the road.

Simons says she spends approximately six hours a week

cheering at the Northeast games. They practice every day during seventh period and stay after school to make signs. All the time she spends on cheerleading has taugh Simons to budget her time. "It makes me set priorities for my time."

The reserves got an outstanding cheering award at a clininc this past summer "Being in Triple Trio and a cheerleaer has made me feel comfortable performing for a lot of people." When Simons was little, she says she "watched and imitated the Nebraska cheerleaders at games. That's what made me want to cheer."

Simons plans to spend at least one year at an evangelical bible college. She will either get a degree there or go to a vocational school. She would either like to be an accountant or a veterinarian.

-carla Trouba

Reserve Cheerleader, Laura Simons, plans to become a veterinarian or an accountant.

JUNIORS It-------

.The Lighter Side ...

If you had a limitless amount of money what would you buy and why?

Carol Siebe, are you distracting this young man's attention? He can't get his homework done that way.

Dan lesoing and Mark Noonan are caught chumming around in the halls after school.

"I would buy the Keebler elves and the tree, so I could make secret cookies."

-Nicole Warner

"I wouldn't buy anything. I'd just travel arounq the world because it would be much better than having someting material."

-Lisa

Holy

"The best looking tuitor to get me through school."

•Derek Whisenhunt

Nicole Fazel

Randall Flagel

Jacqueline Flaherty

Scott Fortner

Shawn Fotinos

Jennifer Frain

Michael Frain

Mark French

Michael Friebel

Mitchell Fritchie

Diane Frohn

Lance Fryrear

Scott Gannon

Brad Gilliland

Renee Gleason

Michelle Gocke

Mark Goodban

David Gordon

Amy Graff

Melissa Graham

Gene Gray

Jonnie Gropp

Kimberly Grosshans

Alan Hald

Dennis Hamill

James Hansen

Jody Hansen

Jeffrey Harig

Michelle Harner

Brian Harpham

Janet Harris

Michelle Hart

Sally Hassenplug

Kimberly Haugen

Jeffrey Hays

Scott Helmstadter

Angela Hennington

Jeffrey Hillis

Scott Hindera

Lan Hoang

JUNIORS I..,____------

Todd Hoffman

Kevin Holte

Lisa Holy

Christopher Huber

Brenton Hulbert

David Hunt

Jeffrey Jackson

Travis Jacox

Jennifer James

Richard James

Edward Jansa

Scott Jenkins

Nathaniel Johnson

Patricia Johnson

Kerri Jones

Scott Jones

Amy Jordan

Jacqualyn Jurgens

Katherine Justus

Thomas Kacirek

Robert Kant

David Kaufman

Ryan Kavan

Nickole Kehm

Codie Kelso

Kelli Kendall

Dennis Kent

Peggy Kidney

Christopher Kinney

Melissa Kliment

Cindy Kloke

Heather Knudson

Patrick Koertje

Keri Kolb

Thomas Kortus

Beth Kreycik

Doug Kroon

Barbara Kubes

Shana Kuglar

Matthew Landis

Kellie Landkammer

Louis Lantz

James Larson

Michelle Laughlin

Matthew Lederer

Christopher Lenhoff

Daniel Lesoing

Christopher Leybold

Dawn Litt

Michael Long

Eric Lowe

Gregory Lyman

John Mahoney

David March

Weldon Manley

Troy Manning

Richard Mariscal

Penny Martaus

Eric Mason

Michelle Matthews

Jeffrey McConkey

Nicole McFarland

Patrick McKie

Todd Mclain

Sports writer supplements Fast pace with Journalism

Junior Lance Fryrear can be classified as a sport nut. Fryrear has been involved in a wide variety of sports since the age of eight. Fryrear is also an avid baseball card dealer.

Fryrear has played tennis both his sophomore and junior year. Practice for this sport was every day after school for · about two hours. Fryrear feels he's accomplished a lot through tennis "It's made me be more self-reliant. Tennis is a one on one game, you can't blame others for your mistakes."

Fryrear has also played golf both his sophomore and juniors years. He doesn't know why he got into golf, because he had always played basketball. He just decided to stick with it once he got started. Fryrear comments that "golf is too maddening. If you mess up on one hole it's all over." Golf practice is everyday after school from 2:30 to sundown. - "It takes a huge amount of time," says Fryrear. "It's really tough to get all you_r school work done sometimes."

His most embarrassing moment was in tennis his sophomore year. "I was playing doubles and my partner hit a deep volley. I went to the net and got hit in the forehead."

Fryrear has also bowled in a league since he was eight. He was third in the state in a CocaCola tournament. He has also played baseball for Little Chiefs and then later played · in the Babe Ruth Baseball League.

Fryrear has been playing the trench horn since the fifth grade. They wanted him to play a stringed instrument, but he instead decided to play "a much more demanding instrument." Band helps Fryrear prepare for the future by "having to work for something and knowing you're not going to get recognized as an individual. You still work for the group as a whole, for the group's benefit," he commented.

Fryrear is a sports writer on the Northeastern staff. He enjoys writing and had wanted to be on the news staff in junior high but found he didn't have enough time. Fryrear believes in getting his sports stories in by the deadline and he'll spend as much time as necessary getting them done. Fryrear thinks newspaper prepares a person to get things done on time for the real world.

Fryrear plans to do something in communications as a career and he feels journalism is a good background for this type of work.

-carl a Trouba

No, his mommy doesn't dress him for school, Josh Trembly just has style.

Playing the french horn in the Rocket band is just one of the activities Lance Fryrear pursues at Northeast.

Mirrors to microphones

Reflect singer's dreams

Kathy Soflin began her singing career while just a tyke with a vivid imagination and high aspirations. "I used to get little brushes and sing to myself in the mirror when I was little. I always dreamed of being a singing star," she says with a laugh. However high those aspirations may have been, Kathy made good on them, and is now a talented singer and musician.

Soflin is a member of the Northeast Chambersingers, a highly select group of juniors and seniors that sing a wide variety of music, ranging from classical to jazz, to rock. Kathy said she enjoys the group but admits that it was not her first choice selection when trying out. "I really wanted to be in Swing Choir because I love to sing jazz music. But I'm not disappointed because I am learning a lot by being in Chambersingers," she said. However, she would still like to sing in the Swing Choir, and plans to aud ition for both groups at the end of her junior year.

Besides being in Chambersingers, Kathy was also selected as a Northeast representative to All-State. This is quite an honor, as hundreds of high school students try out each year, and only a very select few are chosen. Soflin said, "I couldn't believe I actually made it. There was so much competition, and I was so nervous when I tried out. But I just smiled a lot and did my best."

Soflin's talents do not end with vocal music, as she is an accomplished piano player as well. She has been playing the piano and taking lessons for the past ten years, and said that it has helped her tremendously in her vocal studies.

Sof Ii n's plans for the future include going to Nebraska Wesleyan University with a major in the music field She plans to teach high school students, and pass on the knowledge she has gained throughout the years. "I've never really wanted to do anything but teach , it's been my dream for a long time."

-Karen Wixson

At home in the music room, KathySoflin is able to prepare for her next performance.

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Cynthia McNeese

Tammy Mericle

Brian Merritt

Kimberly Mertes

Cezar Mesquite

Jennifer Meyers

Elaine Michaelson

Darin Miller

Tina Mitchell

Lori Moniz

Tammy Monroe

Kelly Mook

Rodney Morehead

Kristi Matis

Brian Moyer

Daniel Muhle

Steven Muhle

Nancy Muniz

James Murphy

Joni Murray

Trent Meyers

Roland Nance

Marcus Neal

Shana Nelson

James Newman

Thy Nguyen

Xuan Dao Nguyen ·

Steven Niemeye r

James Nissen

Gerald Nobbman

Victoria Oakley

Kali Obrecht

T.J. Ochsner

Aaron Olson

Steven Ostransky

Christopher Owen

Dawn Owens

Shannon Owens

Jeffrey Parker

Todd Parrott

The Lighter Side .. .

What h as bee n your most embarras s in g moment at Northe ast?

"The time I walked around half the day with my fly down " -MakAzadi

Car damage was a comm o n sigh t around the campus, causing many students to dig into their pockets, or savings accounts, for spare change.

"My most embarrasing moment at Northeast was running up the steps from the lunch room, bitting it, and ending up back where I started the bottom!"

-Penny Martaus

"Walking head first into a pole out front."

-Mike Ersch

Junior jazz sax man, Eric Mason, concentrates on making th e tunes flow from h is i nstrument.

John Paulson

Jennifer Perkins

Kindra Perkins

Bobette Perry

Charla Peterson

Brian Pierce

Cory Pierce

Rebekah Pierson

Peter Pietowski

Shari Pitches

Troy Plumb

Tamara Plummel

Becky Poole

Lori Powell

Kimberly Prososki

Brian Purcell

Stephanie Rabago

Michael Ramos

Jeffrey Randall

Brian Rank

Melissa Ream

Shane Riggs

Michelle Raether

Robert Rolenc

Catherine Rook

Ryan Rowe

Kenneth Salmen

Richard Saltzman

Christy Savage

Stewart Schaub

Paul Scheel

Jeffrey Schilkey

Lance Schlosser

Alisa Schmale

Karey Schnell

Michelle Schriner

Troy Schoeppner

Laura Schomaker

Heather Schrock

Lyn Schwindt

Phillip Seng

Wayne Schriner

Carol Siebe

Dennis Siefker

Gena Siefker

Laura Simons

Michael Simpson

Jana Singleton

Carrie Sipes

Marta Slechta

Roxanne Smid

Richard Smith

Robert Smith

Wendy Smith

Jenifer Snook

Tim Snyder

Kathleen Soflin

Michelle Spencer

Laura Spicha

Dale Spiczka

Shannon Spidel

Stacy Squires

Jake Starke!

Krishelle Steele

Camera Shy Juniors ...

Stepen Balas

Scott Berndt

Deanna Briley

Michael Brittenham

Louise Brodecky

Michelle Buresh

Mark Burkey

Dale Case

Jacqueline Catt

Sonya Clark

Jennifa Crandell

Darcy Dennis

Valerie Diggs

Jennifer Duerr

Lisa Edgecombe

Stepanie Eischeid

Nicole Fauth

Jeffery Gerdes

Beth Gibbons

Vernon Huffman

Dennis Isaacson

LesaJipp

Julie Kost

Stephen Kramar

Nicco Lawson

Stanley Lengel

Jessica Logan

Seng's debate experience Changes ag perspectives

If discussing the Agricultural Policy is not your thing, you wouldn't want to be on the debate team. However, for Phil Seng, debate is where it's at. Though he says that the Ag Policy is the overall topic, "We pretty much have free reign to discuss anything we want as long as it has something to do with the Ag Policy. Sometimes we might discuss political issues, socialism, free market, libertarianism, or free society. It's pretty interesting."

As a sophomore with a free seventh period, Seng was encouraged to join the class by Robby Shortridge, who later became his partner. Though he had to figure out all of the things that had already been taught to the class, Seng says, "It was pretty easy to pick up on debate. Most people think it is some really tough, intellecual event, but it isn't."

Seng looks back on his two years in debate and recalls placing 5th in the Junior Varsity Division at Des Moines, and says his favorite memories include, "Last year when Robby

Lane Ludwig and I won 1st place in the J.V.

Shane Ludwig Division in the Nebraska State Amy Lutz • Comunication Association at

Daniel Moeller UNL." Other highlights

Suzanne Noe remembered were trips to

Robert Noha

Scott Patten

Lori Persinger

Lance Rankin

Tamara Ring

Michael Rippe

David Rumfelt

Larry Sage

Brian Sanley

Steven Sherman

Robby Shortridge

·Michelle Solberg

Sheila Starness

Jeffrey Swartz

Dennis Vaske

Tina Vosler

Michael Wenzl

Tammy White

Matthew Williamson

Samantha Winningham

Robert Wright

Augustana College in South Dakota, Des Moines, Fremont and Omaha.

Seng looks forward to continuing in debate · and attneding Debate Camp in Kansas for two weeks during the summer where he says, "We get a lot of encouragement from the instructors "

In the future, Seng hops to attend Nebraska Wesleyan Univers ity, ("Unless some other college offers me a great Scholarship ,") where he says he will probably major in science.

Seng believes that debate helps him beca use, as he says, "It increases your knowledge of the world. You get to know more than just Lincoln because when you think about it, Lincoln is kind of dull compared to what's happening in West Germany or Africa." He adds that, "Debate has a lot of great qualities. It takes away nervou?ness at public speaking events and you get to meet a lot of people from all over the States. Debate also enables you to make choices. You can plan ahead and have an idea what effects your choices will have. I would encourage everyone to join debate."

-Chris Tipton

Debate has broadened Phil Seng's perspective on world issues.

Rookie drum major steps

To varied musical beats

Not only did Jenny Perkins march with the band, she helped direct it too. Perkins was one of the 1986 Rocket Marching Band Drum Majors. She decided to try out for the posistion of Drum Major because one of the leaders from the previous year encouraged her to do so.

Holding one of the most important positions in the band takes more time than one might expect. During the summer, both Perkins and senior Drum Major Lori Jorda! were required to attend a special camp to improve their skills and learn different ways of directing such a large group of musicians. Attending this camp took up one week of Perkins' summer. Another two weeks were spent making up routines to perform with the music. However, the most challenging part of her summer was the two weeks of band camp trying to teach new sophomores to march correctly. "Being a Drum

Major took a big part of my summer away, but it was really worth it," she said.

"I loved performing with the band when we did well. It was hard at football games because everyone was there to watch the game, but at the contest, people came to see us perform."

Perkins' talent lies in more than her ability to direct the band Starting in 5th grade with the cello, Perkins is now part of the Lincoln Youth Symphony and even played a concert in Chicago at Christmas Besides playing in Youth Symphony, she plays cello in Northeast's orchestra, trench horn in the concert band, and is also taking harp lessons.

"I feel that all this participation with music will help me deal with people in my future. You have to understand there are just as many different types of people as there are different types of music."

-Melissa Sayer

Amy Whitehurst

Ken Williams

Lisa Williams

Tracy Williams

Jennifer Wilson

Playing the trench horn is just one of Jenny Perkins' many musical talents.

John Varratti Harmoney Voohries Andee Walek

Dan Walter Danny Walton

Michelle White

Home-planning and design students put the finishing touches on a floor plan.

The Lighter Side ...

If you could be a fruit, what kind would you be and why?

"I would probably be a grape, because they are inconspicious, yet very important! If it weren't ·for grapes, there wouldn't be any raisins or grape juice."

-Tammy Collins

"A banana, because they're brightly colored and fun to eat... '101 Things to do with a Bananc3T"'

-Jared Bennett

"An orange , because I'm sometimes sweet and sometimes sour I'm kind of tough on the outside, but a real softie on the inside. Besides that... I'd be able to live in Florida!"

-Amy Whitehurst

Scott Stephens

Erick Strack

Kimberly Stueck

Connie Stuefer

Sheila Sutton

Fawn Swisher

Donna Taylor

William Taylor

Teresa Teachman

Marsha Thelen

Randi Tillberg

Janelle Trembly

Josh Trambley

Asa Triplette

Christian Tubach

Vicki Tuttle

Tracy Urban

Gerald Vanamerongen

Jessica Van Cleaf

Jason Varga

Larry Warner

Nicole Warner

Curtis Wenzl

Janelle West

Derek Whisenhunt

Kimberly White

Ronald Wittler

David Wobig

Jennifer Worm

Michael Wright

Joan Wylie

John Young

Shane Ludwig performs a guitar solo at the annual Soup Supper for the music department.

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Nick Ackerman

Jassen Adamson

Zephen Aerosmith

Brenda Anderson

Tara Anderson

Traci Anania

Craig Arehart

Aaron Ariess

John Armstrong

Norm Arnett

Jill Aspegren

Jason Bales

John Ballou

Carrie Bandars

Jay Bassett

Lisa Bastin

Randy Beach

Brian Beck

Missy Behrens

Susan Behrens

Angela Berndt

Trant Bills

Vince Bixenmann

Nodine Blair

Brad Bock

Nicole Bond

Nancy Bonnett

Melissa Borman

Lisa Boyce

Rodney Bradley

Dawn Breemes

Curtis Brennan

Chad Brewster

Doug Broers

John Brophy

Jennie Brym

Robbie Buchanan

Lisa Bungartz

Dan Byers

Jeff Cady

Gayle Callahan

Amy Campbell

Doug Campbell

Mike Carney

DuyenCao

Todd Carlile

Teresa Casey

Jon Carlson

Shelly Carmody

Louise Carr

Stacie Carver

Shannon Cass

Jennifer Cerny

Kenny Chloupek

Joel Christiansen

Joe Christle

Something seems to be drawing these sophomore boy's attention on third floor.

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Volunteer Murtaugh finds Politics not dirty work

Deb Murtaugh wasn't old enough to get a job, but that didn't stop her from finding some type of work Since it was the elect ion year for Nebraska's governor, she decided to volunteer for the Helen Boosalis campaign.

At first she just did some typing and copying, but the longer she worked for the campaign, the more interested she became in politics. Murtaugh learned what happens behind the scenes and found out what politics were really about. She soon was advanced to doing more complicated work. She ran errands, talked at the Capitol Building, recruited new volunteers, and worked in rallies and fund raisers.

During the summer, Murtaugh spent eight hours a day , five days a week, devoted to working on the campaign. Once school started though, her work was restricted to helping

with the rallies and fund raisers on weekends.

Besides her interest in volunteering , Murtaugh is a member of the Marching Band, and her church youth group.

She remembers the election party best though she remembers the enthusiasm in the room. Even when the results came in, she wasn't disappointed. "I loved it, ,even though she didn't win, I loved it."

Murtaugh felt that her experience was well worth it. She learned how to work with adults and gained a better knowledge of politics. Before she began working, she was shy on the phone with strangers. Afterwards though, she could talk openly

In the future, she wants to go to the University of Nebraska Lincoln and major as a broadcast journalist.

-Deb Waldo

Heyl What are juniors Greg Lyman and Mike Simpson doing Invading sophomore territlory?

Although her candidate lost the bid for the governor's mansion, Debbie Murtaugh still kept the political spirit.

Hank the Chicken refuses To be victim of fowl play

It's an odd sort of friendship that is shared by sophomore Brad Johnson and his pet rubber chicken, Hank the Chicken. Hank and Brad both attend LNHS, Brad as a student, and Hank as his faithful companion. Johnson said he never planned to bring Hank to Northeast with him, but contends, "Hank was lonely and he needed someone to spend his days with. The choice was pretty clear to me." And so, the legacy of Hand the Chicken had begun.

Hank began atending classes with Johnson , and especially enjoyed the company of art teacher, Mrs. Sands. However, Johnson maintains that the relationship has ceased due to Sand's growing fear of fowl. Hank also shared many a laugh in Mr. Sweem's Global Perspective's class. Johnson said that friendship was a little more difficult to get rolling as Sweem allegedly stuffed Hank into a closet during the first few weeks of classes. However, Johnson commented that Hank "never holds a grudge," and teacher and chicken quickly became friends.

Hank soon had friends all over school, and was meeting many more as the result of frequent "drags" down the hallways. However, the attention was not all positive as there were a few individuals that opposed Hank's presence.

Northeast Vice Principal, Mr. Jack Anderson, was one of those people, and had ordered Johnson to remove Hank from the school premises. Johnson disobeyed, but was careful to keep Hank as discreet as possible. Other people that appeared to disapprove were some of the Rocket athletes. Johnson said that Hank and he were the subject of some rude comments, but also said that he didn't feel threatened by any of , them. "Hank isn't an athletic chicken. Jocks don't get along with him, but as long as he can take it, I guess I can too "

Johnson said that Hank appeared to be very happy at Northeast, but that he also enjoyed taking a break from the high school grind every now and then. "Hank likes going to movies and swimming, but his favorite thing to do is to go to pep rallies and scream at jocks."

Johnson said the primary reason he adopted Hank was in order to save him from the "Daisy Hill Rubber Chicken Farm." Though he would not disclose the price paid for Hank, he said that getting him was a wise decision. "A little 'Purina Rubber Chicken Chow' here and there isn't much, Besides; he guards my skateboard when I'm gone. I think he was a wise investment."

-Karen Wixson

Brad Johnson shows off Hank the Chicken,dressedlnhlsgorgeousbow tie.

Third floor, better known ns 'Sophomore Territory,' is floo d '<i between classes.

Brenda Chuda

Aaron Clark

Kevin Clark

Paul Claus

Jami Cleveland

Gordie Clewell

Jeff Coleman

Christina Collins

Tricia Cook

Tammy Cooper

Stacey Cover

Scott Cox

Jamie Craig

Christi Cramer

Heather Crandall

Jeff Crawford

Dennis Cremas

Todd Creps

Troy Curry

Michelle Davis

Shelly DeBoer

Matt Delisle

Heather Delp

Anna Denney

Elared Dightman

Tony Dill

Lori Dinges

Charley Di vine

Brenda Domingo

Bob Donahoo

Dawn Donahoo

Sonja Douglas

Michelle Dughman

Jill Durst

Scott Dyer

Sheila Effie

Phil Eggerling

Mike Eisenbarth

Shonna Eisenbarth

Chad Elliott

Paul Elliott

Jeff Enevoldsen

Deborah Erickson

Matt Evans

Cindie Farnsworth

Rob Fisher

Mary Ann Flinn

Sondra Fournier

Tamm y Gagner

Gemelia Gaskins

Gary Garrow

Holly Gear

Clint Gerken

Sherri Giles

Brian Gilsdorf

Kenny Cloupek and Paul Souders take their time getting to class.

Holly Gear seems astonished at a statement made during a band practice.

French class flip lands Souders in debate arena

"Parlez-vous Francais?" And Paul Souders would definitely answer no! At the beginning of the year, Soude rs was enrolled in French but d ecided that it just wasn't the class for him and changed to speech /d ebate.

If Souders hadn 't changed his schedule, he never would have won second place in impromptu speaking at Des Moines in the Mid America Championship. In debate, he and Pat Koertje teamed up to tie for third place in the Fremont Invitational.

When Souders first entered the class, he says, "I didn't know the first thing about speech or debate." But after being in the class he decided that he really enjoys it. He says, "It's pretty fun. We get to travel around a lot. We've been to Norfolk, Fremont, Omaha and Des Moines. I've also

Sophomore David Noonan knows where his allegiance lies, despite his 'Hook 'Em Homs' t-shlrt.

improved my speaking skills a lot. I have learned to control some of the bad habits I have when speaking in front of people. Speech and debate has also taught me how to win arguments."

In debate, the students debate a certain topic and in speech they discuss different events which they may or may not have to do research on.

Souders believes speech and debate will help him in the career he chooses. Whether it's polotics, lecturing or teaching, he's not sure yet. He hopes to continue in speech and debate at least through his junior year.

Souders's most memorable moment in speech/debate, he says is, "Getting second in impromptu speaking and beating out Alain Epp, who is a senior."

-Chris Tipton

Sophomores/93

Thelibrarybecomesasecond home for sophomore debater, Paul Souders.

Active sophomore proves First year can be exciting

Entering the Northeast halls, sophomore Jami Cleveland remembers her first thought as being extra nice to the seniors. "Being an angel is the best way our." As every sophomore begins their senior high years, they remember the warnings past sophomores have had for them. Many seniors were picked on when they were sophomores, so they feel they should give upcoming soph's the same medicine they received. Cleveland says if all else fails, "just smile and they'll leave you alone." Being a sophomore is a great feeling for Cleveland and says it's another step closer to reaching the top.

Being a sophomore didn 't stop her from getting involved in many Northeast activities. Participating as a Sophomore Cheerleader is just one activity that keeps this student extremely busy. Cleveland, like many other sophomores, rece ived a letter in the mail informing her of the tryouts. "I read my letter and though, 'Hey that'd be fun!"' She remembers her first pep rally

as she neNously got out on the floor and had to cheer in front of her classmates. As she put it, "I freaked out, but I'm more relaxed now." She feels that cheering has helped the various teams win, due to the spirit they rouse from the crowd

In addition to cheerleading, Cleveland was cast in both allschool plays, "Cat Among the Pigeons," and "The Sea " "I've (.'.' always wanted to act, and '\ getting a part really boosted my confidence," she commented. She is also a member of the Sophomore Swing Choir and the Mixed Choir.

Cleveland is planning on working hard the rest of her senior high years , but maintains she must have fun and be content with her life. After graduation she plans to attend Southeast Community College, majoring in accounting.

With her busy schedule, Cleveland still finds time to be with her friends and keep up on a few of her hobbies. She also enjoys writing poems, listening to her radio, playing basketball, and going for walks.

-Gail Schmidt

Jami Clevaland put nervous feelings aside when she tried out for the Sophomore, Cheerleading squad.

Scott Kaunousky

Michelle Kraft

Susan Kramer

Cory Krause

MarkKoertje

Melissa Kudron

Lauri Lacey

Melissa LaGrue

Nathan Lane

Shannon Laursen

Julie Lauver

Shane Lautenschlage

Shawn Lautenschlage

Hugh Lawson

Loan Le

Phuong Le

Dirk Leadabrand

Aricka Lester

Rob Lew i s

Rick Lingard

Andy Longe

Rick Lovrien

J i m Lovstad

Diane Lowe

Kathleen Lutes

Roger Lynn

Deaun Maatsch

Angie Magree

Br ian Mahoney

Meghan Mall um

Jod i Manley

Jenn i fer Mara

Clay Maranville

Michelle Mars

Chris Martin

Jason Martins

Stacey Masek

Tracey Massa

Tamy Masters

Bradley Matt

Cory Maul

Mike Mayfield

Justin McBlemoc

Sidney McGree

Scott McHatton

Jodie McKee

Steve Mielke

Michelle Miller

Shawn Miller

David Mock

Shannon Modrell

Lynette Morley

Joe Mowatt

Sarah Munns

Debbie Murtaugh

Art class brought out the creative talents of Lisa Gilliland.

Stacy Clover ponders which book will get her through her next class.

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Jason Musil

John Musil

Mark Neiswanger

Connie Nelson

Cory Nelson

Nancy Nelson

Cindi Nienaber

Jonathan Nix

Damon Nolting

David Noonan

Mark Noonan

Jonathan Northouse

Tanya Novak

Jeff Ochsner

Nathan O'Connell

Julie Ogden

Karen Kay Packett

Shana Pagel

Jeff Palmer

Rick Park

Darren Parrott

Danuela Patterson

Jessica Pavey

Joe Pershing

Erin Peterson

Jason Peterson

Cilmus Pieere

Lowell Pollema

Kaucan Pinar

Jeff Pirnie

Jon Pearl

Leisha Perkins

Cheryl Pojar

Amy Price

Kim Priebe

Amy Quick

Anthony Robago

Fernando Rabago

Mike Renton

Chris Rathe

Mike Rathe

Dana Rea

Shawn Rediger 1

Aaron Redling

Tina Reed

Gary Riege

Aaron Roblyer

Bill Roberts

Andy Rogers

Chad Rogers

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Mike Romack

Richard Root

Michelle Rotert

Bob Rutt

Jennifer Rutt

Jeremy Rystrom

"I like the Sprite In you!" Sophomore pals, Shelly DeBoer and Jodi Turner enjoy a lighter moment during lunch.

Figures play key role In math-music combo

Chr is Werner's favorite part of Northeast is the instrumental department where, "the teachers are friendly and helpful." She participates in both Concert and Marching Band, in addition to Orchestra, playing clarinet in all three

However, her music interests do not end with school activities. She plays organ ·and piano for her church and for four soloists at Northeast.

One of the more embarrasing things that Chris has ever faced is the desire of her father to have her show off her talent for family company. "He's always wanting me to play the piano and clarinet for almost anyone who comes to our house."

Trudging the halls, this group of sophomore girls head to their next class.

But the central focus of her high school career and her favorite class is mathematics. As one of the only sophomores enrolled in Pr.a-Calculus, she finds the class challeng ing. "I like math, but the course is demanding."

Though Chris has, "really no idea what I plan to do as a lifetime career," she thinks accounting is her thing. "I'm probably going to major in math and minor in instrumental music in college," she commented

Meanwhile, at Northeast, Chris wants "to letter in band and make these three years here fun and filled with pleasant memories."

-Marta Slechta

A major in math and a minor In instrumental music could be in Chris Werner's future.

Golf is mental game For sophomore Rogers

Sophomore Chad Rogers, second seed on the Rockets' varsity golf team, got a very early start in the demanding game.

Rogers, who also played on the varsity team as a freshman, started out on a seven hole, hand-made course in his backyard when he was four years old. It wasn't just some can or tree he was hitting at, he actually had mowed greens and holes with real flags in them.

Although this provided some valued practice, he got his real start tagging along with his father on the big courses. "My dad played golf. He took me out when I was younger so I could watch him play," said Rogers "A little later he let me hit a few shots. Pretty soon I was out there playing all nine holes with him."

Rogers felt some extra pressure being a freshman on a varsity squad last year Rogers said, "Other people talked like I would choke if I was under too much pressure. I don't think it matters what grade you're in. There was some extra pressure they put on me becasue I was a freshman and playing with mostly juniors and seniors. I didn't let it bother me too much though."

Rogers feels golf is a very mental game. It's not like tennis, where one just tries to better the opponent. It's more

like track where you compete against yourself. Rogers said, "I play more against myself. I know how I should shoot. If I shoot 76 and my opponent shoots 75, I can't be upset with myself, I played good golf "

Many golfers feel that practices are too long and demanding. Rogers disagrees. "I usually get home about 6:45 or 7:00. Most of the time that gives me enough time to finish my homework. I don't see golf practices like football practices. You kind of dread going to football practice because it's a lot of work. Even though golf is a tremendous amount of work, I find it enjoyable," said Rogers

Rogers' most embarrasing moment happened during a meet on the 18th hole. A lot of people had finished before him and were watching the other groups finish. Rogers hit a five-iron and didn't see where the ball went. He just walked towards the green and looked all around. for his ball. He finally found it, out of bounds and lodged against a telephone booth He had to walk all the way back 150 yards to where he had hit the ball while the spectators eyed him and the group in ·back of him, waiting to play through, gave him dirty looks.

Rogers hopes to play his junior and senior years for the Rockets and be Coach Jack Mueller's first four-year letterman.

-Lance Fryrear

Although just a sophomore, Chad Rogers is in his second year on the Varsity Golf team.

SOPHS

Kristy Thetka

Brenda Thienel

Angie Thomas

Jeff Thomas

Chris Thompson

Randall Thorson

Marele Throne

Hallie Tibbs

Chris Tompkins

Jim Toomey

Ben Torell

Tanya Samson

Staci Sand

Daniel Savage

Steve Scaggs

Jennifer Schell

Shelly Schleiger

Jeff Schroeder

Diane Schulenberg

Jennifer Schultz

Roger Schwab

Lynelle Schwartz

Brent Schwerdtfeger

Jim Scott

Jim Seward

Mike Shonerd

Shon Shurter

Sonya Siebe

JoeSiegl

Gabe Simons

Curt Simpson

Corey Skaggs

Jeff Slagle

Jim Slater

Doug Smejdir

Roger Smid

Kelly Smith

Krissa Smith

Michelle Smith

Ramone Smith

Scott Smith

Mike Soucie

Paul Souders

Tracy Sovereign

Paul Sphon

Brian Stahnke

Jarod Steiner

Becky Stewart

JimStoki

Karen Stolzer

Keira Street

Toby Stroh

Ronda Sydik

Randy Tambke

SarahTast

Geometry class can sometimes be bewildering for sophomores. Catching his breath, Eric Lowe takes a break from the action on the field.

Chrissy Trautner

Diane Trouba

Jodi Turek

Chris Turner

Jodi Turner

KayTurnwall

Karma Vang

Dancy Van Horn

Scott Van Vleck

Patty Varrati

Kris Verglth

Ty Vetter

Wendy Vidlak

Carne Vifquain

KimVokolek

Jefferey Vonfeldt

Jerry Waddel

Andrea Waldo

Jill Walvoord

Greg Wardle

Mike Ware

Randy Ware Rick War.,, BrettWattnem

Cla~nce Wells

Doug Wendelin

Chris Werner

Todd Wesslund

Brent White Chris White

Josh White

Larry White

Carla Wichman

Tim Wiegert

Kris Wieneke

AmyWIII

Amy Willet

Jack Williams

Jennifer Williams

Justin Williams

Trista Williams

JohnWilliss

Chellsey Wilson

Debbie Wilson

Dawn Wimbish

Becky Winkelman

Becky Wolfe

Brian Wolfe Willie Wylie

Rick York

David Zimmerman

Michelle Zimmerman

Mary Zweerlnk

Camera Shy Sophomores ...

Michael Alexander

Sherry Ahrends

Annicia Ahlman

Rick Bott

Matthew Bradley

Tammy Beck

Tonya Boatright

Jennifer Brown

Pierre Cremas

Lynell Chloupek

Julie Crocker

Edward Degarmo

Marcus Dvorak

Shane Fristo

Christine Franck

Sharon Gabel

Scott Hegner

Raymond Kelley

Timothy Kruger

Stacy Lipskey

Teresa Larson

· Jason Orth

, Terry Rolenc

Shari Sacks

Stephen Seyersdahl

Jason Schneider

Lance Splichal

Christopher Stone

Erich Strack

Lori Swanson

Kristi Vacha

Karen Walrath

Justin Weblemoe

Christopher Whitson

Jill Valvoord

Sarah Zimmerman

Berlin-born Patterson Seeks veterinary job

Pam Patterson is the reporter for the Future Farmers of America (FFA). She jo in ed FFA after Mr. Cannot and her friends encouraged her to doso.

As reporter for the group , she is in charge of keeping track of what happens at the meetings. Also, Patterson ' goes with the rest of the members to contests where the team competes. At the Crete contest, the Northeast FFA chapter took first place. Although Patterson did not compete this year, she went along for team support. But next year she hopes to join in the competition.

At the contests the FFA members must judge animals and soil, and attend meetings. In competition, they must answer three questions and are graded on accuracy of speech, emotion, and acting performance.

Although FFA only meets for one-half hour per week,

Patterson feels being in the FFA builds confidence and leadership qualities. She said, "FFA is educational, fun , and provides for a good future."

Besides being a member in FFA, Pam has been involved in the Animal Control Explorer's Post , where she he lps to put on children's shows for groups such as scouting . Patterson also worked on the "Boosalis for Governor" campaign.

Patterson is originally from Berlin, West Germany. She and her family moved to this country when she was 11, even though two older brothers stayed in her homeland. Pam's father is a U.S citizen, which gives her U.S. citizenship too.

Patterson plans to join the Air Force and enroll at UNL for four years. Afterwards, she would like to get her doctorate degree at Kansas State University and someday be a veterinarian.

-Deb Waldo Sophomores/101

Sophomores listen intently, at least most of them, In a math class.

Brad Johnson catches on to the skateboard craze as he rolls into school.

As the FFA reporter, Pam Patterson keeps track of what the club accomplishes.

Administrator voices feelings After 30 years school service

"Good Morning! The varsity football team defeated Southeast Friday night, 14-13, and the gymnastics team was defeated by Millard North Saturday There will be an FBLA meeting tonight, all members are requested to attend. The cafeteria will be serving p izza, and the Rocket Deli will have Big Red Burgers. And you have agood day."

This familiar voice-in-the-box that sounds across the campus of Lincoln Northeast at the beginning of third period, informing students of the day's happenings, is that of Assistant Principal, Barry Moore Though many do not recognize his face when he walks down the hall, most Rockets know that his is a voice that they can believe and trust.

Born and ra ised in Davenport, Nebraska, Moore graduated in a class which had only 13 students. He went on to study at Midland Lutheran College and graduated in 1954. He then got his Master's degree from UNL in 1957 and began teaching at Northeast the same year. Before becoming an administrator 22 years ago, he taught math for seven years and was a counselor for one year. In addition to his 30 years of devoted service to academics, Moore furthered his interest in athletics by spending eight years as head baseball coach and seven years as an assistant football coach for the Rockets.

Moore's reasons for becoming an administrator were quite simple; "I just looked at the salaries." With three kids to put through college, taking an administrative position looked rather good. Although his interest in youth is great, his duties as Assistant Principal for Instruction do not directly involve the students, but are very important to the mechanics of the school. He said that most of his time on the job is taken up by the master schedule he must create twice a year. "I decide what teachers will teach and when they will do so, with input. I also order the equipment and supplies that keep this place going, coordinate student teacher assignments, and the 'getting of grades'. And of course, the third period announcements."

Moore's wife, Irene, is the media specialist at Holmes Elementary School. They have three children, all of whom graduated from Northeast. Their oldest daughter, Kathy, class of 1976, lives in Powell, Wyoming, and works for AMOCO. Bart, their son, who graduated in 1980, is living in Lincoln, and is with the State Auditor's office. Their youngest daughter, Karen, a 1983 graduate

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of LNHS , is currently attending her father's alma mater, Midland Lutheran College, with a major in accounting.

Even though his homelife and family are very important, Moore experiences the best of both worlds at school. "My hobbies are athletics and young people and I can find both of them at work," he sa id. Through his 30 years of instruction at Northeast, he has seen three decades of vast change.

"There was a different kind of student here in 1957. And then in the ?O 's, the kids were really on a pendulum. Now, the pendulum is kind of swinging back. Every time the pendulum sw ings, it has been for the better. Back in the ?O's, the students were more open, creative , and proactive to everything. Those students really told you what they were think ing," he commented. "Students now are more content. They have the highest opinion of their school and parents because of the freedoms and responsibilities they are given. Back when I first started, the administration was more concerned with length of hair and clothing styles."

The students aren't the only ones who have changed. "In some way, teachers have changed, too. In general, they're a little more conscious of the work day. There aren't as many teachers who are willing to rake long jump pits for the track team after school," Moore said. "It has been detrimental to us in ways, but like students, teachers have lives after the sun goes down."

But on the pos~ive side, he said the teachers have a better analysis of how students learn and are more like friends to students than they used to be. " I eachers used to talk about angles and history. But now, they talk with students about more personal things."

After hearing about the right brainleft brain theory at a conference, Moore became interested in the psychology of the brain. He said he has always been intrigued by people's behavior and the way they respond to advertisements. Because of this, he considered going into the marketing field.

Although he discarded marketing as a career, he seriously gave thought to radio announcing as a young person. "I probably would have gone into radio, but my voice is too nasaly. I would have had to really practice_ speaking in a deep voice. I also thought about being an insurance actuary because I had heard

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Janet Emery began teaching full time in the math department at the beginning of second semester.

Tanny Akerson

English

Norma Bardsley

Nurse

Jean Bartels

Resource

Mel Berka

Social Studies

Margaret Billings

Counselor

Nancy Bishop

Physical Education

Daryl Blue

Journalism

Virginia Brown

Foreign Language

Wanda Brown

Home Economics

Barbara Butts

Paraprofessional/OLP

Jim Campbell

Math

Edythe Casclni

Media Specialist

Sharon Cech

Art

Bruce Chapman

Drama

Linda Clabaugh

English

Dick Colerick

Assistant Principal/ Student Services

Laurie Collingham

Foreign Language

Ermal Collister Registrar

Rick Collura

Math

Fran Colon

Career Education

Randy Con not

Industrial Education

Gale Cook Science

Lynn Crozier

Counselor

Bonita Cuddy

Accounting Assistant

Harold Dietrich Principal

Rita Eden

Guidance Secretary

Bob Els Math

Judy Faubel

Paraprofessional/OLP

Thais Fauver

Media Center

Beth Franzen

MERGER Lab Specialist

Former students now instructing Graduates glad they can Call Northeast their home

It would seem strange to find out that one of your teachers might have sat in the very same place you sit in class, but this very well could be the case. As many students may know, several teachers at Northeast have graduated from the same institution in which they are now developing young minds.

Reasons differed for their loyalty, but the seven interviewed by the ROCKET seemed to have one reason in common for returning: immense support from the northeast Lincoln community.

"I always enjoyed the northeast area of Lincoln, and the interest and support of the people in this community to Northeast High School," business teacher, Tim Nilsson said. Nilsson, a graduate of LNHS in 1964, found his decision to return to his alma mater easy. "After I graduated from the University of Nebraska, the opportunity was to work here or at Lincoln East High and with what I knew about Northeast, it was my decision to return."

Head swim ming coach and history teacher, Tracy Stauffer expressed similar feelings. He said, "Northeast is a unique community, very supportive in school activities and the people

have always been friendly to me." Stauffer graduated in 1978 and was a two-year member of the varsity football and swimming teams. He was elected captain of the swimming teaam in his senior year.

Another trait associated with wanting to return to Northeast was the work ethic of the northeast community.

Karen Poore, home economics teacher at Northeast, said, "When the time came to interview for a teaching position at Northeast, I was excited. truly believe the people associated with Northeast are people concerned with the student succeeding and I was glad to be able to be a part of the staff."

Poore graduated from Northeast in 1969. She was a member of the pep club, which she said is one of her most memorable activities. While at Northeast, she took many business and home econimics classes.

Boys basketball head coach and math teacher, Rick Collura, noticed the same work ethic qualities after coaching his team to a second place finish in the State Tournament this year.

"The work ethic is superb!" Collura, a graduate of North(Turn to Grads, Page 106)

Jerry Kroeger, who was named Nebraska Athletic Director of the Year for 1986-87, presents athletic awards at the May Day ceremonies.

English department members Jill Nance and Jerry Leever work on getting the makeup just right before the faculty play.

Moore

they had bigger houses than their neighbors Either that, or a statistician for the Chicago Cubs," he laughed.

Moore said he thinks students at Northeast are very different from those at the other Lincoln high schools. "Northeast may be the most homogenized school in Lincoln, I'm not sure. The students are mostly lower to middle income, and they tend to be rather conservative." He has taught summer school in the past, over a period of 19 years, so he has been able to compare the students "Substitute teachers think Northeast is the best school to teach in because, as they've told me, our students are more responsive." Also, as he put it, "At the other schools , students tend to make lifelong goals much earlier than the students we have here at Northeast. This makes our students more trusting of others, but they don't have a clear focus of where they're going."

However, Moore does see some things wrong with Northeast. For instance, he thinks the students tend to be "very provincial." As Moore stated, "We stick to ourselves. For instance, someone from Northeast that is interested in construction would much rather work for Judds Brothers or Hank Buis than Peter Kiewett and build bridges in Argentina."

He also sees a weakness in the egos of students who attend LNHS. "Many Northeast students have fragile egos. They're not sure who they are, so they build a shell around themselves. And often times, that shell gets cracked. Throughout the whole system, we

need to help the students at Northeast with a little self-image."

A result of these fragile egos, he believes, is that students bail out of courses when it gets tough. Instead of seeing the class through, they head to their counselor for a change of schedule. "They have a hard time separating the teacher from the course," he commented.

Obviously, Moore enjoys being a part of the community that makes up the school known as Rocket High. "My wife keeps asking me why I continue to stay at Northeast. 'No one stays in one school for 30 years,' she says. But when you've seen 12,000 students come through this place, it's intriguing to find that they're all alike, and yet, each one is like a snowf lake--very unique."

During the spare time Moore manages to find, he announces at the State Volleyball Tournament and the football games at Seacrest Field, keeps time for the Nebraska basketball team and the Boy's State Basketball Tournament, and he holds the football marker during Nebraska home football games.

He also enjoys cooking. "We have a division of responsibility at our house. I'm in charge of the crackpot and the barbeque, my wife's in charge of the microwave and the conventional stove," Moore quipped. Another favorite is gardening, because of it's predict-ability. "You can put a Big Boy tomato in the ground and you know what it's going to do. It's not like it's going to give you the finger or turn into a squash," he snickered.

-Tim Brox and Chris Tipton

Connie Fryrear

Media Center

Mary Jean Gast

Home Economics

Paula Hanneman

Attendance

Caroline Hug

Business

Bob James Science

Constance Kingston

Resource Jim Koudelka

Vocal Music Accompanist

Jerry Kroeger

Athletic Director

Bruce Kucera

Administrative Assistant

Janet LaFollette

Paraprofessional/Music

Mary Larsen

Paraprofessional/Science

Mary Longe

Office Receptionist

Don Mach

Industrial Education

Dick Marolf

Instrumental Music

Barry Moore

Assistant Principal/Instruction

Jack Mueller

Social Studies

Jill Nance

English

Annette Nash

Media Center

Bob Navas

Bf Program

Marlene Newburn

Paraprofessional/English-Business

Duane Nichols

Vaca/Music

Lynn Nickol

Paraprofessiona/l RER

Jim Perry

Social Studies

Sandi Peters Business

English teacher Tanny Akerson donned this witch's outfit to bring Halloween a little closer to her classes.

FBLA sponsor Ken Kaser discusses a topic at a club meeting.

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east in 1966, participated on both the varsity basketball and baseball teams during his senior year

Many advantages to teaching at Northeast were cited by the teachers, including familiarity w ith the building and the existing staff. However, Poore, Nilsson, and Stauffer were the victims of 1 a role confusion among previous teachers.

"The first several years took time to communicate with the faculty as another instructor rather than as a student. Many of my teachers were still here when I returned," Nilsson sa id. Poore , who returned to Northeast in 1974, said , "The first couple of years I often heard .'! remember when you were in my class. You sat in the th ird row, , fourth seat ,' or .'Are you old · enough to be teaching?' Other than this, there were no real disadvantages (to teaching at Northeast). "

Teaching at the same high school from which they graduated seems to be well-liked by all of the teachers. Math teacher Bob Els said the characteristics of Northeast and the students are what he likes most. "For the most part, my philosopies harmonize with those of the school and community. This is a great school and the students and staff are what makes it so," he said.

Collura cited the people of northeast Lincoln as the favorite part of his job; "The people in northeast Lincoln are small town. They're friendly, conservative, honest, and hard working. I also enjoy the family involvement and good athletic following."

Sandi Genrich, a 1969 Northeat grad, is now the head volleyball coach for the Rockets,

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and a physical education teacher. "The type of students we have are what like most," Genrich said "The great majority want to learn and accept that learning is a shared responsibility with the teacher." Besides changes in the structure of the building and a smaller number of students attending Northeast , some differ-ences have been seen by the teachers.

teacher, Leroy

sees a great difference in the students of the past, and those of the present. "Students today have more freedom They don't want to be told when they make a mistake. They think you are just getting on their case. They have more cars, jobs, and freedom to do what they want at night," Seng said. Seng came to Northeast at the request of former head basketball coach, Ed Johnson, whom Seng played for in 1949. Seng assisted Johnson for 27 years as the reserve basketball coach.

On the lighter side, Collura summed up his feelings on the differences between his days in high school and now when he said, "I'm older, slower, and smarter."

-Tim

P.E. and Driver's Education

Seng, sa id he "After I graduated from the University of Nebraska, the opportunity was to work here or at Lincoln East High and with what I knew about Northeast, it was my decision to return."

- Tim Nilsson, business teacher

Brox

Dressing up to resemble raisins was one way business teacher Ken Kaser and his student teacher got their point across about advertising and marketing in business.

Liz Schulenberg

English

Nesha Schumann

English

Claudine Scott

Photography

Maryann Spahni

Counselor

Betty Starr

Paraprofessional/Home Ee

Tracy Stauffer Social Studies

Alenda Stelk

RER

Bill Story

Social Studies

Phyllis Story

Attendance

Buren Thomas Math

Cindy Tyrell

Secretary/Athletic Office

Sandi Vercellino

Math

Brenda Ward Science

Bruce Waters

Social Studies

Hank Willemsen

Social Studies

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An old friendship was renewed when actor Corky Ford visited Northeast. Ford, who had a part in the movie "Platoon" visited with his former coach at Lincoln High, Bill Story.

Who Is that masked woman? It's photograhpy teacher Claudine Scott, helping to add to Halloween at Northeast.

The cast of "Oklahoma!" displays great musical talent as a group

Vice President of FBLA, a large group at Northeast, Mike Ehlers, is right at home in the library

Improvements from past years in Abilities seen by Triple Trio director

If you saw nine girls, all wearing black dresses, white blouses, and multi-color bows, would you instantly recognize them? Hopefully so. They are the Northeast Triple Trio. Pop and slow jazz music fit the bill for this elite group of vocal music majors.

Trying out for Triple Trio has few qualifications, although one very important merit is to be able to blend well with the other members. "Dancing helps, but is not necessary to be in the Trio," said two-year member, Jill Williams.

Mr. Duane Nichols, conductor of the group said, "The 86-87 group has improved from past years

because of their ability to blend together with one another."

Receiving a Superior rating at the Norfolk Contest was just one of the events that highlighted the year for the group. The girls also performed at the Peru State College, the Soup Supper, and at local churches.

Junior Diann Carr commented, "The Trio was fun. We compete in more contests than in the past."

Members of the Triple Trio feel that they've improved a great deal but do not receive enough credit. The Trio would like to see more support in the upcoming year.

-Gail Schmidt

1986-87 Triple Trio

Sponsor: Duane Nichols

Highlights ... Peru Swing Choir Clinic, Norfolk Jazz Contest, All-City Small Ensemble Contest

Triple Trio demonstrate their vocal music talents at various outings.

Back Row (I. tor.): Laura Simons, Diann Carr, Kelli Roeber. Front Row : Patti McDiffett, Kelly Rivera, Shelly Hart, Jill Williams, Becky Roesler _ Dyana Beckler, Angie Hennington.

Swing Choir Groups Members

Jenn Duerr

Dave Clapp

Carol Larsen Cory Fletcher

Megan Lovell Pat Hardesty

Amy Moravec Clint Hauptmeier

Sheryl Noe David Kaufman

Shannon Owens Matt Landis

Lana Trauernicht Jon Larchick

Michelle White

Joan Williams

Marcus Neal

Mike Oehm

Jacki Woolhiser

1986-87 Swing Choir

Sponsor: C. Ann Moore

Highlights

...

Northwest Missouri Swing Choir Contest, Apollo Swing Choir Contest, Midland Swing Choir Contest , UNL Swing Choir Contest

Top honors go to Northeast Swing Choir at contests

Dedication is what it took in order for the 19 Swing Choir members to receive superior ratings throughout the 1986-87 school year.

Performing at out-of-state competitions helped the Swing Choir realize that it all paid off. Placing second at the LaMars, Iowa, and Northwest Missouri State contests gave the group just another reason to work harder.

Also highlighting the year for the Swing Choir was the Soup Supper fundraiser, singing at local churches, and placing second at the Peru State competition.

The Swing Choir sings a variety of music, including jazz, Broadway, B-Bop, swing, and pop.

"We have a lot of good individ voices resulting in a wide variety or talent throughout the group," commented senior Joan Williams.

Choreography and singing as a group is an important role for the choir.

"The Northeast Swing Choir is the best swing group I've worked with since the beginning of my career five years ago," said Mrs. Ann Moore, director of the group. "They are a comprised group of individuals with individual talents, that when put together, result in a talented group."

Being a member of the Swing Choir has brought the members of the group closer. "As you work within the group, you start to have a lot of fun and grow closer to people who also enjoy singing," said senior Mike Oehm.

-Gail Schmidt

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From left, David Kaufman, Pat Hardesty, and Matt Landis work on perfecting their singing skills for the Swing Choir.

Shannon Owens and Joan Williams are caught sleeping during a Swing Choir warm - up.

Triple Trio members perform at St. Mark's United Methodist Church.

Swing Choir faces the mirrors as they practice to make every move better than the next.

Rick Shafer concentrates on perfecting his part.

Dennis Siefker and Darrin Miller look off Carrie Curtis' score as they practice for a feature performance.

Ashley Owens, Carin Bringelson, and Kelly Roeber work on blending their talents.

Trip to Worlds of Fun caps year for Chamber Singers

What do you call two juniors and 14 seniors working together , second period , blending and mixing their mus ical talents? The Northeast Chamber Singers , of course!

Highlighting the year for the group was their tr ip to Worlds of Fun in Kansas City Here, the group performed and earned a Superior rating

In March, the Chamber Singers performed at the annual Soup ., Supper banquet where they performed with other Northeast vocal music groups and t he Jazz Band. The groups also performed at l many churches in the Lincoln area.

Mrs. Ann Moore, director of the group, was very pleased with the overall performance of the group. "The Chambers were a delight to work with," commented Moore. "They're an excellent group performing a broad range of musical styles and producing a fabulous sound for only 16 peop le."

Senior Michelle Houser said to be a Chamber Singer , "One must be willing to work hard and to get along with everyone in the group. Otherwise, you won't be successful."

The Northeast Chamber Singers put forth a great effort to become successful, and it appears that their hard work has paid off.

-Gail Schmidt

1986-87 Chamber Singers

Sponsor: C. Ann Moore

Highlights ...

Holiday Concert, Lincoln Northeast Rock Show, Trip to Worlds of Fun, All-City Vocal Ensemble.

Chamber Singers Group Members:

Carin Bringelson

Karri Groothuis

Sorel Haruf

Michelle Houser

Megan Lovell

Ashley Owens

Kelli Roeber

Kathy Soflin

Kelly Will

Brian Curtis

Scott Davis

Alain Epp

Clint Hauptmeier

Pat Hardesty

Rick Shafer

Steve Shields

1986-87 Meister Singers

Sponsor: Duane Nichols

Highlights...

Old English Madrigal Dinner, Holiday Concert in Grand Island, District Mu sic Conte st, All-City Small Ensemble Contest

Group sings music of Renaissance, Even without piano accompaniment

The Northeast Meistersingers is a group of 14 juniors and two seniors, portraying the Renaissance period. This time period, ranging from the 14th century through the 16th century, was a time when the Middle Ages were reborn with art and literature. This year the Meistersingers worked on new techniques to make their music even more like this age.

The group differs from all other vocal music groups at Northeast, in that the members do not sing with an accompaniment. "Singing without a piano or other instrument was how the people of the Renaissnace lived their daily lives," said Mr.

Todd Adams, Diane Frohn, and Kathy Lind take a serious approach to their music.

Duane Nichols, director for the group.

Being in the Meistersingers is not as easy as it may sound, though. As Becky Jeppson said, "You must be able to distinguish the different types of tones and hear the notes. Also, one must be able to stay in pitch without a piano."

During the year, the Meistersingers sold movie coupon books and held carwashes, using the money for performances and trips.

"We all got a lot done in the short amoung of time that we had. It helps when the group enjoys what they're doing," added junior Krishelle Steele.

-Gall Schmidt

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1986-87 Meister Singers. From Top (I. tor.): Dawn Mertz a nd T im Snyder , Diane Frohn and Todd Adams , Becky Jeppson and Dar ri n Mill er , Kr ishelle Steele and Mark Rockemann , Kathy linds and Alan Hald , Shar i Swoboda and Dennis Siefker, Carrie Curtis and Louie Sheridan

Kathy Soflin, Michelle Houser, and Karri Groothuis focus intently on their music.

Northeast Concert Choir performs "Oklahoma", sings throughout year

"Sing, sing a song. Sing out loud. Sing out strong Don't worry that it's not good enough for anyone else to hear. Just sing, sing along."

The Northeast Concert Choir gave five performances, including one on Channel 12/13 during the 1986 Christmas season and competing in the All-City Choir contest at Kimball Hall, where they placed fourth. The last performance for many members was the performance at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City.

This year the Concert Choir presented the musical, "Oklahoma!" The musical took place before Oklahoma became a state, along with the Oklahoma territory. The musical centers around farmers and ranchers showing what life was like during the early 1900's.

"The cast did a perfect perfor-

mance. They were absolutely superior," commented Northeast Choir director, Duane Nichols

The Choir consisted of 72 members, making it the largest vocal music group at LNHS. They sing regular choir music, more difficult than the other music groups. The eight members of the Choir Council administer and make decisions for the whole group.

"People who have talented voices can express themselves in the choir," said senior Carla Scheinost.

The Choir shows a lot of interest in their singing.

"Northeast has more students who major in music when they graduate than any other Lincoln school," added Nichols.

"So just sing, sing along with the Northeast Concert Choir."

-Gall Schmidt and Melissa Sayer

The 1986-87 Concert Choir. Back Row (I. tor.): Vonda Coolidge, Michelle Ga!-. on Amy Jordan, Amy Whitehurst, Mike Oehm, Mike Brittenham, Rick Marsh , ri rr Snyder, Brad Richardson, Dave Clapp, Jay Dinges , Ryan Biggs, Marcus Neal, -,; ot Fortner, Lori Delancey, Carla Scheinost, Lorie Divis Third Row: Joan Williams <.e Will, Sorel Haruf, Shelly Hart, Amy Moravec, Pat Hardesty, Brad Gilliland, 0 6 mi: Siefker, Tom Eloge, Dan Moeller, Jim Elliott, Troy Kuhlman, Shane Ludwig , ' ) irl Baker, Joe Thomas, Lori Thomsen, Sunny Gould, Carol Larsen Second Row: Dyan: Beckler, Kathy Lind, Cory Tindle, Michalle Wilson, Amy Behrens, Shannon O w m! Ashley Owens , Cathy Rook, Kim Mertes, Jenny Bouwens, Kim Beebe, Jo Ellen t aa Jill Williams Front Row: Angee Crocker, Karri Groothuis , Angie Hennington, 1th Soflin, Michelle Buresh, Alisa Schmale , Lisa Holy, Cory Fletcher, Kris Brew ,te Kristie Matis, Bryana Beckler, Wendy Buckmaster, Nicco Lawson, Carrie Curtis.

Four

, i "Oklahoma!"

A member of Horizons, Kim Prososki sings a solo at the annual Soup Supper held In the Northeast cafeteria.

From left, Kate Justus, Lori Bau n, a and Cindy Miller display their t ' a1 techniques as members of Horiz o n!

members of the Concert C l perform a song at the spring mu

1986-87 Horizons Members:

Jamie Allen

Lori Baumann

Kim Berry

Jenni Bouwens

Tami Cobb

Diane Frohn

Renee Gleason

Angie Hennington

Kate Justus

Jessica Logan

Dawn McKay

Tammy Mericle

Cindy Miller

Kim Prososki

Becky Roesler

Krishelle Steele

Randi Tillberg

Cori Tindle

Lana Trauernicht

Carla Trouba

Kari Worm

1986-87 Horizons

Sponsor: C. Ann Moore ·

Highlights ... Fall Concert, Holiday Concert, Soup Supper, Kidnapping party, banquet at Lincoln Hilton, Spring Concert.

Singers see new Challenges over The Horizon

The 1986-87 Horizons is composed of 21 girls singing various pieces of pop, jazz, and standard chorolated literature.

"The girls were very easy to work with mostly because they did a lot on their own," commented Mr. Duane Nichols, conductor of the group.

Highlights this year included performing at the Hilton, the Cotner Center, and at First Methodist Church.

JThe girls performed at the Fall and Holiday Concert. The Horizons also took part in the Soup Supper fundraiser performing a number of solo's and duets.

Senior Lori Baumann felt that the main goals of the group were, "To be prepared, from having outfits in good condition to having words and notes memorized."

Making decisions as a group has helped the group to communicate as one.

"To be a Horizon, one must be dedicated and willing to cooperated with other members of the group," said senior Lana Trauernicht.

Being a member of the Horizons is a good base for someone who would like to start their singing career.

-Gail Schmidt

Playing Curly and Laurie, Pat Hardesty delivers his best line to Joan Williams at the musical, "Oklahoma!"

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Members of Horizons display class and style while singing a song.

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Star Strutters perform with pride at the state tournament

Cindy Kloke smiles brightly as she performs at halftime.

Stacey Coffman participates In a routine in the Hlnky Dinky parking lot.

Jenn Duerr performs to "Over and Over'' at a pep rally.

Megan Lovell relaxes for a few seconds during a performance at Seacrest Field.

Wendi Baus is charged up during a kick routine.

Megan Lovell (left) and Carol Larsen show that being a Star Strutter isn't all hard work. It's friendship, too.

Dawn Mertz (left) and Stacey Coffman display harmony In their moves at the state tournament

Drill team more than song, dance For energetic Star Strutter members

The drill team, known throughout Northeast as the Star Strutters, shined as they performed and promoted school sp irit at many athletic events. The team is made up of a total of eighteen energetic and hard working young ladies Along with nerve-wracking tryouts, a Strutter must maintain a 4.0 g p a with all passing grades. Practicing from 2:30 to 4:00 every day gave the team time to try out new ideas and get ready for their next performance. "Be ing a Strutter is a long time effort but it's worth it. It's a great way to show school spir it," said senior Strutter, Teresa Palik. There are advantages of being on the drill team Junior Julie Kost said, "Being a member of the team gives you not only the chance to perform in front of

everyone, but to grow closer to the team members and become friends."

Besides performing in the many different school activities, the squad took part in the Lincoln community One project they worked on was putting up American Flags on Havelock Avenue for the National Holidays. In addition, the Strutters promoted the Havelock community with a booth selling Tshirts and food during Havelock Days. The Star Strutters also competed with the Marching Band in the Star City Parade, the Havelock Parade, and the Harvest of Harmony Parade.

-Gail Schmidt

Amy Lutz, Carol Larsen, Joan Williams, and Julie Kost show perfect precision while performing at the state tournament.

1986-87 Star Strutters Sponsor: Liz Schulenberg

Highlights

1st place trophy-summer clinic, 1st place-Muscular Dystrophy

Kick-a-thon, Kidnapping party, Lincoln Journal-Star Best Drill Team, Harvest of Harmony Parade and migration, NSBA competition, Star City Parade, Havelock Parade , Boys State Basketball Tournament performances.

1986-87 Star Strutters: Front Row (I. tor.) Jul ie Kost, Tracy Gilroy, Teresa Palik, Michelle Houser, Megan Lovell, Dawn Mertz, Stacey Coffman, Carol Larsen, Kristen Ross Back Row: Michelle Bradley, Jenn Duerr, Amy Lutz ,

" Shari Swoboda, Joan Williams, Amie Nutzman, Traci Minnick, Wendi Baus, Cindy Kloke.

1986-87 Varsity Cheerleaders

Sponsor: Nancy Bishop

Highlights ...

Football trip to Grand Island, Basketball trip and overnight to Colwnbus, Boys State Basketball rally and games, Worlds of Fun trip; car wash, garage sale fundraisers, and Tshirt sales for Girls State Basketball Tournament

Varsity squad cheers teams to victory

The Northeast Varsity Cheerleaders started another spirit-filled year by attending the annual summer clinics held throughout the state. These clinics are run by past cheerleaders and big sisters. Learning new ideas for pep rallies, new porn-porn routines, and helping with the basic cheers are just a few of the activities taught to the squad before school even begins.

Being a cheerleader not only takes the fitness to keep up with the rest of the squad, but they must also have the patience to listen to other's ideas and be willing to except the actions of the entire squad. As Jacki Woolhiser said, "Everyone put forth their best 118/Activities

effort to withhold the spiri1 throughout Northeast and those who supported us "

One wouldn't think budgeting would be an important part of the varsity squad. "A cheerleader must budget her time to make sure signs are finished and so she is on time for the events," commented Linda Carlson.

The goal of the squad is mainly to have a more spirited student body, to perform more of a variety of cheers, and make it more fun than work. But according to Tracy Borreson, the group also has other goals; "To attain unity and respect not only towards the squad itself, but to the fans and to the opposing teams."

-Gail Schmidt

Patti McDiffett (left) and Brenda Butts enjoy a lighter moment at a varsity football game held at Seacrest Field. The Varsity squad leads a cheer during one of the many pep rallies in Ed Johnson Gym.

1986-87 Varsity Cheerleaders. Front row (I. tor.): Linda Carlson, Tracy Borreson, Kerry Wlndels, Patti McDiffett. Back row: Brenda Butts, Cammy Hudson, Kusuma Weber, Dana Mattingly, Jacki Woolhiser , Lori Delancey.

TheVarsityCheerleadersuseallthey've got to promote spirit In the Rockets.

A cheerleader's best friend, her megaphone, Is most commonly seen at football games.

Preparation for cheering includes memorization of many cheers from a book.

Kusuma Weber raises the spirits of many football fans, while watching the action on the field.

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Jacki Woolhiser gets Into the rhythm of things while the crowd rocks the house.

"ROCKETSl"TheVarsltyCheerleaders At the Homecoming rally, the in formation during a pep rally. cheerleaders perform a mount.

Simons.

1986-87 Reserve Cheerleaders

Sponsor: Nancy Bishop

Highlights ...

Cheering for State Tournament, pep rallies for athletic teams, Spirit Week, parties for minor sports, fundraisers.

J.V. teams aided by Cheerleaders

Ready? OK! The JUntor cheerleaders, better known to most Rockets as the Reserve Cheerleaders, led the way for numerous games and activities at Northeast this year. The Reserve Cheerleaders supported the teams with a number of cheers and kept the crowd on it's feet. Michelle Buresh felt that "the Reserve squad helps the team achieve their goals no matter if they're winning or losing. We have to do our best to keep the spirit going."

Being a cheerleader isn't an easy task. It takes many long, hard hours to build up the strength and energy to become a good squad. Selling jewelry, candy, and having a garage sale are just a few fund raisers the cheerleaders did this year. Money made on these projects went for supplies, Spirit Week, and parties for the minor sports, Star Strutters, and the Twirlers. Many hours of preparation for Spirit Week and for the games took the place of spending time with f.riends.

Tammy Monroe added that being a cheerleador is just as important as a Strutter," we all show support for the team. It helps to be involved with school activites."

-Gail Schmidt

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Pictured with the Varsity Cheerleaders, Reserve Cheerleaders In Front Row (I. tor.): Shanna Kugler, Michelle Buresh, Tammy Monroe, Tracy Urban, Laura

Everybody knows who junior Laura Simons cheers for.

Kathy Rook stands at attention with the Rocket band.

Smiling helps Mlchalle WIison and Kathy Rook look their best during a performance.

Marching, twirling go hand in hand

The 1986-87 Northeast Rocket Twirlers stepped into another year working with four twirlers and one feature twirler. They performed in many events with the Marching Band, including the Harvest of Harmony Parade in Grand Island, the Havelock Parade, and the Star City · • Parade. They also performed in the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association Competition held at UNL's Memorial Stadium. Here, the twirlers received a superior rating.

Kerri Kumpost, a senior twirler, said, "Twirling is important to me becuase it gave me a chance to perform in front

1986-87 Twirlers. Back Row (I. to r.): Kathy Rook , Dyana Beckler, Sarah Zimmerman. Front Row: Michalle Wil$On, Kerri Kumpost.

1986-87 Twirlers

Sponsor: Lisa Thompson

Highlights ... Harvest of Harmony Parade, Star City Parade, Havelock Parade, Nebraska State Bandmasters Association Competition.

of the crowd and show them that the twirlers have spirit, too."

The twirlers, like any other sport or club at Northeast, work hard all year. Starting in the summer, they spend an average of two and one-half to three hours per day practicing. In addition, the twirlers attended the summer band camp for two weeks, working on street marching and field shows. Feature twirler, Dyana Beckler added, "People need to understand that twirling isn't easy, but I would like to see more students try out in the future." '

-Gall Schmidt

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Sophomore twirler Sarah Zimmerman concentrates on her balance during a performance at Seacrest Field.

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Steph Eischeid has a blast at the Star City Holiday Parade.

Jill Aspergren and Kathy Lind know it's just another parade.

band starts off to another great parade.

extra practices

to "bug" Mark Anderson.

Marching to the closer of the show, Sonja Siebe (left to right), Larry Dvorak, Rachelle Flagel, and Paula Behrens head off the field.

Jim Koch demonstrates the proper way to play a trombone.

The 1986-87 Marching Band Roster

Rocket Band garners superio r ratin g

At Bandmasters' Association co nte st

Long before school started, the Northeast Rocket Band, under the direction of Dick Marolf, was plugging away on a practice field, perfecting their marching style, doing drills, and anticipating the upcoming contests. It was a grueling time for them. As many students were whiling away the time at the local pool, band members were finding new ways to beat the heat.

All of this hard work did pay off however, as the band had a very successful season. The marching band performed for football games, parades, and competitions throughout the year.

The greatest achievement of the Rocket Band was bringing home a superior rating from the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association. First year drum

major Jenny Perkins said, earned a one by our practices, concentration, marching in the rain and puddles. We had more there than any place else."

"We 7:15 and mud pride

Another highlight for the band was performing in the Harvest of Harmony Parade, held annually in Grand Island. The band received first place for a AA size band and took the Overall-Best Band trophy home with them. This was quite a feat indeed, as 97 marching bands participated in this competition. As senior band member Jim Draper put it, "Although it rained and was muddy the entire time, I was very glad that it was not cancelled, like it was my sophomore year."

-Melissa Sayer

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Symphonic, concert bands deal with Pressure to succeed in competitions

"And a one, and a two, and a " This just may be the way many band members started their day this past year. Every day during second semester at 7:50, the symphonic band started their rehearsals, pressing towards their goal of sharpening musical skills.

The symphonic band was primarily made of juniors and seniors. Some students have only heard music played by the marching band at football games. However, the music played by the symphonic band is much different than the music played by the marching band.

Senior Mike Christle expressed this feeling: "It's harder music because we are capable of playing (the harder music), while the tunes played during marching season are more "pep" tunes, played primarily at football and basketball games.

The concert band, too, has a different brand of music than the marching band. This music

may be just as demanding as the symphonic band's music. The major difference betweent the two is that concert band has no senior members. Placement of chairs in these 6ands is determined in November, after the last marching performance. It is accomplished through auditioning in order to determine the playing ability of each person.

Competition doesn't end with the completion of the marching season for the students though. The concert and symphonic bands compete annually in the District Music Contest and the All-City Band Contest. Along with preparation for these events come the fall, winter, and spring concerts, in which both bands perform.

Second-year director, Dick Marolf, commented, "It's quite a strain always trying to prepare for a concert. There's always a constant pressure to do well."

-Melissa Sayer

Sophomore trumpet players realize practice makes perfect.

The Symphonic Band rehearses for AU-City contest.

James Eggerllng, a member of both bands, concentrates on hitting the right note on the baritone.

Chris Warner, Diane Trouba, and Karen Stolzer, of the Concert Band, follow the score in perfect synchronization as they play their clarinets.

Louise Carr plays the oboe In Concert Band.

Janelle Dukes (left) and Dawn Litt keep in tune for an upcoming Symphonic Band contest.

Mark Rockemann (left) and Rod Morehead provide sweet tunes on their barl-saxophones, for the Symphonic Band

Playing a baritor•l, sophomore Scott McHatton performs in the Concert Band.

Brian Curtis' (left) and Dave Ehlers' hard work landed them In first chair positions of the Symphonic Band trumpet section.

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Orchestra year Highlighted by Spring Musical

ORCHESTRA, (or' kis tra): a groups of musicians playing stringed, woodwind, brass , and percussion instruments: instruments of such a group.

For the 23 members in the Lincoln Northeast Orchestra, 6th hour meant hard work and dedication to music. Not only did the orchestra perform for concers, but the highlight for many members was the annual spring musical. Senior Trish Murphy commented, "I like playing for the musical, even though it's a lot of hard work, because it's fun music."

Second-year director, Dick Marolf stated, "The orchestra student tends to be the more serious musical student."

Murphy agreed, "We were to try out for the All-State orchestra, or otherwise we had to perform at the solo/ensemble contest."

"Not too often do we get to

play fun music, it's usually classical and pretty serious music which takes a lot of time and study," she said.

Although orchestra seemed to be a lot of hard work, members felt it was all worth it. Junior Kelly Mook stated, "I was kind of proud to say I was in the orchestra after we had a good performance."

-Melissa Sayer

Junior Randy Flagel could play his trombone in his sleep.

Dirk Leadabrand just loves playing in the orchestra.

Louise Brodecky knows practice is needed to produce a good sound.

First year member of Jazz Band, Phil Eggerling feels right at home while performing.

Showing great concentratrion, sophomore Clay Maranville keeps a serious face

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The LNE Rocket Jazz Ensemble's hard work and dedication paid off this school year. Attending only two competitions, they received an Excellent rating at the Wayne State Contest.

Band director, Dick Marolf, commented, "We missed a 1 (superior mark) by only one point, but there were only 2 superior ratings given in our class size. So we felt pretty good."

Besides competitions, the Jazz Band had many other performances. The Soup Supper has become an annual event for them, as well as the Honors Breakfasts held twice a year.

The Jazz Ensemble also participated in the annual Rock Show along with the Swing Choir and Chambersingers.

Junior percussionist, Jason Varga said, "It's harder to control your playing when there are people singing to what you're doing, but I enjoy the challenge."

Jazz Ensemble members must be highly skilled, and possess great knowledge of different styles of music. They must also be able to sight read as well as improvise a solo at a moments notice.

Besides all of this, the Jazz Band is a select group and members are chose by thosen by those currently in the band.

-Melissa Sayer

Kevin McReynolds, Tom Ahlschwede, and Gary Riege keep their timing and tone together.

Junior Jazz sax man, Eric Mason, makes the sweet melodies of music flow from his horn.

Patience needed for debate, speech

From Webster's New World Dictionary, 1970; p. 546: "fo ren sic (fe ren' sik) adj. [<L forensis, public <forum (see FORUM + adj. suffix -ensis + -IC] of, characteritic of, or suitable for a law court, public debate, or formal argumentation --n. [pl] debate or formal argumentation."

The first step in preparing for a dabate is illustrated above. Debaters are required to look up various definitions of the words found in the resolution assign for the particular year. Incidentally, this year's resolution is that the federal government should implement a comprehensive agricultural program in the United States. Sounds complicated, doesn't it? Well, it is, at least at a glance.

Following this first step, other new words are introduced to a novice debaters vocabulary. Research is another important step in preparing for competition. While books containing pieces of evidence, complete with credits on every piece are to be cut out and formed into "briefs", original and more detailed research is

necessary to make sure that one's evident can beat the opponent's.

"Wonderful,"' was sophomore debater and speech team member Paul Souders' description of the lengthy process of receiving a resolution to the status quo. It also involved brainstorming for ideas surrounding the problem area of that resolution for action, researching that particular topic covered by the resolution, and preparing for arguments for and against one's particular choice of area for hypothetical action.

The process then is not complete, for arguments surrounding the reasoning behind the status quo's existence must be researched for equally since half of the debates one is in involve defense of the status quo. Still, partners must be devised to complement each other. Then, the bulk of actual competitions are from November to March and are in front of a judge, usually at a hosting high school in Lincoln, as well as South Dakota, Kansas, Iowa, and other Nebraska cities.

-Marta Slectha

Rob Shortridge, Kelli Landkamer, and Karrie Jones research their topic.

Karrie Jones finds that Speech isn't all work and no play.

Pat Koertje finds Debate a challenge.

information.

Debate member Rob Shortridge refuses to share his

Phil Seng and Nathan Lane look on as Jenny Brym gives Mak Azadi an other members share their ideas. example of what NFL Is really like.

NFL and Debate instructor, Jerry Leever, helps Phil Seng with the final points. NFL-Debate/129

As the magician cuts senior Dirk Baker in half, he tells the crowd about self-identity and how to improve it.

Seniors Suzy Schelby, Brenda Riha, and Trish Murphy look on as Lisa Koch explains their next project

Brenda Riha discusses Suzy Schelby's sucker-eating habit with other members of the Student Council

StuCo members discuss the problems they want to solve at Northeast.

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Receptive administrators aid Stu-Co

The 1986-87 Student Council was comprised of 24 hardwork ing, energetic students.

The Red Cross blood drive highlighted the year for the Student Council. Many students worked together and gave a total of 97 pints, making it the most successful blood drive ever The Student Council also sponsored an assembly in which a magician dealt with improving one 's self-concept and feeling good about yourself

The Stu-Co members are al so trying to improve the big gest problem at Northeast-th e park ing lot. Amy Jordan st ated , " Mo re will be achieved with th e parl<ing next year."

Other activities accomp li shed by the Student Council were t he organization of the T urnabout Dance and the St udent Council exchange with a rea high schools. Stu-Co members are cur rently working on des igns for a mural that will

be painted across from the office in the main entrance. The mural will be dedicated to past, present, and future students of LNHS.

In order to further the group's activities, they donated money to the Ed Johnson Memorial Scholarship and purchased plaques for the Robert Wohlers and Richard Nagele Scholarships. Also, the group held a car wash in which the money earned was donated to the son of Lincoln Northeast student, Susan Miller.

To achieve all these goals, the Student Council must first get them approved by the administration. Lisa Koch said, "Our relationship with the administration imporved considerably , which allowed us to get more activities approved. This helped us to become more well known within the school and to conquer the needs and wants of the Northeast student body."

-Gail Schm ldt

1986-87 Student Council

Sponso r: Da ve Strange

Pr es ident: Lisa Koch

Vic e Presi dent: Michelle Beck

Treasurer: Amy Jordan

Highlights Red Cro ss Blood Drive, Turnabout Dance, Stude nt Council Exchange , Prom

Student Council. Back Row (I. to r. ): President Li sa Koch, Cindy McNeese, Brenda Riha, hawn Lacey. Suzy Schelby , Nick Acker man, Kim Beebe , Tammy Van Acke ran, Jarred Be nnett , ;my Jor~an, Ashley Owens , Va le r ie Pol ema, Kathy Lut es , Rox a nne S mid Fr on t Row : Me li ssa lake, Kim Rinke, Brenda Chuda Char la Pete rs on Janelle Dukes, Dirk Baker Tris h Mu rphy. Michelle Beck.

Ashley Owens, Dirk Baker, and Kim Beebe discuss the Ice Cream feed for senior guys.

What's wrong Bill, don't your pants fit anymore?

Bois d'Enghein (Bill Kasi) turns on the charm after he takes off his clothes.

Cast of "Cat Among the Pigeons"

Antonio

Bill Kasi

Bois d'Enghien

Lucette

Marceline de Chenneviette

Firmin

Nini

de Fontanet

Bouzin

Lantery

Baroness Duverger

Viviane

Frauline

Emile

General lrrigua

Sarah Dale

Shari McCrea

David Scaggs

Jared Bennett

Hallie Tibbs

Mike Brehm

Steve Shields

Mike King

Sorel Haruf

Krist Sphon

Barb Walker

Jason Graff

Andy Donovan

Jean le Concierge

Bride

Groom

Father-in-Law

Mother-in-Law

First Wedding Guest

Second Wedding Guest

Third Wedding Guest

Flower Boy

Policeman

Jorge Fonseca

Matt Sheridan

Jennifer Schultz

Roxann Potter

Cli nt Hauptmeier

Alain Epp

Marta Slechta

Jami Cleveland

Deanna Briley

Michelle Harner

Paul Souders

Sean Clark

Directed by Mr. Bruce Chapman

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Mike Brehm finds it quite difficult playi ng a wobbly, old man.

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rr i gua (Andy Donovan) show hi s anger about de Fontanet' s (Mike Brehm ) h ali t osis.

Nini (Hallie Tibbs) makes an unexpected call at Lucette's house General lrrigua (Andy Donovan)

Baroness Duverger (Sorel Haruf) trys communicating with Fraline (Barb Walker), a non-english speaki ng member of the cast.

expresses his true l ove for Lucette Cast members of " Cat Among the (Sarah Dale). Pi geons" struggle to maintain their "Cat Among the Pigeons"/133 composure.

Jessica (Suzy Noe) and Rose (Jennifer Schultz) attending the funeral of Colin Bentham.

Billy Hollacut (Dave Scaggs) convinces Evens (Andy Donovan) that Hatch Is sane.

Willy Carson

Evens Hatch

Louise Rafi

Jessica Tilehouse

Billy Hollarcut

Rose Jones

Mafanwy Price

Jilly Rachel Davis

Cast of "The Sea"

Mike King

Andy Donovan

Steve Shields

Krist Sphon

Suzy Noe

Dave Scaggs

Jennifer Schultz

Sorel Haruf

Jami Cleveland

Jill Williams

Jared Bennett

Vicar Thompson Carter

Colin Bentham

Townsfolk

Bill Kasi

Jason Graff

Sean Clark

Clint Hauptmeier

Curtis Bell

Jorge Fonseca

Heidi Griffeth

Matt Sheridan

Barb Walker

Directed by Mr. Bruce Chapman

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Mike King and Suzy Noe portray their characters with excellent acting skills.

Billy looks on as Hatch (Steve Shields) cuts material for Louise's curtains. Even's confused look catches the eye of many audience members.

Louise Rafi (Krist Sphon) explains her fears of aging while WIiiy (Mike King) listens intently.

Krist Sphon and Suzy Noe try on gloves as they wait for the next action to start.

stage of depression after her fiance is killed in a boating accident

Shirley Rine, Northeast Spanish teacher and International Club spon• sor, trys to dodge Kelly Mook's camera.

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Math Club Team places 9th Of 142 Schools

Take 23 students, add one sponsor, a heaping spoonful of math, and a dash of success. Mix thoroughly and let simmer in room 306. Add calculators, pens, pencils, erasers, and paper as desired. Finished product results in the Northeast Math Club.

The '86-'87 Math Club, under sponsorship of Mr. Bill Rogge decided this would be the year for math. "I feel we had a good year. We accomplish a lot and placed in every competition we competed in," said Rogge.

Competing in the American High School Mathematics Examination is just one of the highlights for the Math Club. The Northeast team, consisting of seniors Mike Ehlers and Sue Wills, and sophomore Trent Bills, prepared well enough for their competition to place 9th out of 142 schools. Ehlers finished 16th of 7,289 students in the Nebraska section.

Other competitions consisted of the Nebraska Wesleyan University Math Contest, the Atlantic-Pacific High School Math Concest, UNL Actuarial Math Contest, and the Omaha South Math Contest.

"Math Club is very important to have at Northeast because it encourages students to get more involved with math outside of their general class ," said senior Gerry Beltz.

With the proper amount of ingredients, the Math Club was a big success

-Melissa Sayer and Gail Schmidt

Mr. Rogge awards Gerry Beltz his Math Club letter.

International Club members Mary Tompkin and Karla Leybold wok on one of the groups many activities.

Steve Hovland is delighted to have received his Math Club letter from the group's sponsor, Bill Rogge.

1986-87 Math Club

Sponsor: Bill Rogge

President: Alain Epp

Highlights ...

Ame r ican High School Math

E xam, NWU Math Contest. At -P ac High School Math Conte s t, UNL Actuarial Contest, Om ah a South Math Contes t.

With a bit of International flavor, They voyaged around the world

Q: What's the most inexpensiva way to vis it other areas of the world?

A: Join the Northeast International C lub.

The Northeast International Club may have been low in numbers, but it was h igh in spirits. The eight members sponsored by Mrs. Shirley Rine p layed host to foreign exchange students who were chosen to visit Lincoln, Nebraska, USA.

The members showed the students around town, school, and made them feel more comfortable in the area.

This year the International Club sponsored a dinner. Attending the d inner was the "Host" families, the groups members, and administration Each club member brought a fore ign dish that represented different cultures in the world.

"The International Club is to create an awareness of other cultures and customs. It's an opportunity to see different view points of the way people live," added the group's Secretary, Mary Tompkins.

· Selling concessions at the Homecoming football game was just one of the fund raisers the International Club took part in. In addition, they sold Gummy Bears (from Germany) and Marco Pops (from Spain). The money earned on these projects was invested in a hundred dollar scholarship presented to a student who has shown a lot of responsibilityes and is planning to attend a college majoring in an oriented language. This year the scholarship was given to Karla Leybold.

The International Club would like to see an increase in next year's membership.

-Gail Schmidt

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19~6-87 Math Club: Mr. Bill Bogge , Gerry Beltz, Trent Bills, Jayson Grigsby, Mat_t Osborne, Kelli Roeber, Steve Hovland, Nathan Lane , Alain Epp, Gena Simons, Todd Adamson.

Karla Leybold inspects some of Jacqui Catt's International Club work.

Future Farmers busy throughout year with ag activities

The Northeast Future Farmers of America (FFA), is represented by 3040 members. These members range from sophomore to seniors doing their part to promote agriculture.

Attending the Chapter Office Leadership Training (COLT) conference was just one important highlight of the 1986-87 school year. Members from all over Nebraska attended the COLT conference.

The State Convention held in April was another highlight that hundreds of Nebraska FFA members attended At this convention, they get a chance to see the people that they met at the COLT conference.

At the State Convention, FFA'ers attend Leadership workshops and participate in three member,

individual, and team contest dealing with agriculture.

Wrapping up the end of the convent ion was a banquet and dance. At the banquet, past officers spoke and told the members that, "Agriculture isn't dead , it's a living force." They also keep members motivated for the upcoming year.

The National Convention is held in Kansas City, Missouri. Here, the winners of the state conventions compete on a national level.

The Northeast chapter also contributed their time and energy to the community of Lincoln. Th is year, the FFA built and painted boxes for the wood ducks. After the boxes were finished they handed them over to the Game and Fish Department, who distributed them to wildlife areas.

Kristi Schlecht, Vice President of the group, feels that FFA is a great organization.

"It's easy to meet friends because we all have one purpose when we're together--FFA," she said. "l also feel that FFA attracts people who are not involved with other groups. They're always accepted in FFA."

The FFA does one major fundraiser every year. This year, the fruit sales went over very well, selling a total of four tons. The money earned from the fundraiser helps pay for the contest fees at the national and state meet ing, and also for other FFA gatherings.

FFA President , Patti McDiffett feels the year went pretty good. "We didn't w in all of our contests, but we gave it our all."

-Gail Schmidt

Sophomore Pam Patterson stops to smile during her judging at a convention.

Patti McDlffett and Kristi Schlecht take pride In being President and Vice President of FFA.

Duane Bernt, Anngee Crocker, and Lenny Scott conduct one of FBLA ' s many meetings In the Science Lecture Hall.

Increased numbers and enthusiasm Mix to create good year for FBLA

The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) enjoyed a successful year, highlighted by increased membership · and enthusiasm that gave the chapter the strength to make an impact on the future business world.

The primary purpose of FBLA is to educate it's members about business, employement, and what they can expect from a future career.

Skills learned range from shorthand and dictation to proper interview procedures. Ability to complete these tasks will benefit FBLA members and make them a more productive employee.

FBLA President Lenny Scott said, "FBLA is a good organization for students wishing to make a career out of business However,

there are things that we learn that can be applied in a more practical everyday sense."

Scott said he was pleased with the growth of the organization and said that the chapter worked beryhard throughou the year.

"The chapter is growing fairly quickly, although I wsh more people attended the regular meetings. Nonetheless, those people that were really involved were very dedicated."

Activ ites that highlighted the year for the group were the sale of candybars, which helped raise funds, the annual FBLA week in which members had a variety of functions, and several different workshops stressing the fundamentals of business.

-Karen Wixson

FBLA President Lenny Scott greets a guest speaker at one of the meetings.

FBLA officers for 1986-87: Duane Bernt, Mike Ehlers, Shari Swoboda, and Lenny Scott.

FFA officers for 1986-87: BIii Roberts, Kristi Schlecht, Patti McOiffett, Ade Yant, and Pam Patterson.

Northeast senior C carry the golf tea:.~y Fletcher helped Here, Fletcher li n hrough the year Mah , es up · oney s putti a putt on ng green.

Varsity Football (3.-6)

Faith helps Ridpath on field

There is something more than just the sheer love of football that motivates senior Pat Ridpath to play the game. Ridpath also plays for the love of God.

"That's the most important thing to me," · Ridpath said. "God s9a:ve me the talent and the ability to play, so every game I try to give 110:ij~rcent just for HimY

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Th, ¥senior wide receiver ·says this atti tude wasn't a natural thing for him right away, but instead a realization that came over him as he entered high school. Fellowship of Christian Athletes CFCAl helped Ridpath recognize his devotion to God. "It wasn't easy for me to cha , but FCA and all of the people lved with it helped 'f'ne a lot."

His attitude about the ,l.ord has helped Ridpath a great deal on the field as well as off Having successful seasons at the varsity level both his· junior and senior years , Pat now holds the school record for most receptions in one game He aqcomplished this agairis;t Un''col , igh this season, when he had ~ix , , ce:ptions. Ridpath was also the team leader in scoring with 30 points.

However, being a vars ity football player isn't always what it's cracked up to be Along with the glory of winning, comes the pain and disappointment of losjng. Ridpath's faith has helped him overcome these setbacks because of his drive to glorify God. "It was easier for me to get over the losses than it was for some of the other guys because I wasn ' t playing just to win."

Ridpath said his fa ith also helped him deal with certain difficu lties during the season. "Sometimes it was really hard to just walk away from a tough situation A lot of times during the season a problem would arise on the field, and it took a lot not ' tp do or say anything back. I th ink my faith helped me ollt in situa ti ons like that ."

Ridpath has no definite plans to play football in college. but instead plans to stu9y the fields of education or theology. "I really like mathematics a lot so I may become a math teacher or I may go into youth ministry. I really like kids," says Ridpath.

-Karen Wixson

1986 Varaity Foo1bd Team. Badt Row (1. to r ): Dirk Raines, Sam Shaw, Dave Svehla, Mike •Peterson, Brian Rank. Shawn Swisher, Tom Kortus, Dan Walton, Nate Johnson, O.J. Vokolek, Jerry Russell. lllird Row: Assistant Coach Scott Reed. Ji m Lubben, Steve Bozak. Brian Helmers, Rick Marsh, Lance Perkins, BBi Duncan. Jim · Murphy, Pat Ridpath, Lanoe Schlosser, Sean Clark. Head Coach Bruoe Reed, Assistant Coach Bili Story. Second Row: Student Manager Spenoer Robinson, Jay Bachman, Shawn Kennett. Pat Guilllarns, Jon McCormick. Mark Gamer, Clint Hauptmeler, Jim Wurm, Jeff Thorrl)SOll, Pat Hardesty, Dave Jones Front Row: Lonnie Buresh, Jon Larchick. Ron McCtoskey, Steve Eppens, Troy Pluni>, Layne Hergert, Dan Vculek, Statistician Steve Eckman

looking for an open receiver, Dave Svehla gets set to pass.

After taking the hand-off, D.J. Vokolek looks for blocking from the Rocket line.

Reed's roller-coaster squad Crowned city co-champions

Bruce Reed's first season as head football coach at Northeast can be viewed in two parts.

The first six games serves as Part I. The Rockets won half of those contests, and lost only to teams in the state's Top Ten.

North Platte gave the Rockets their first loss in the season's opener, 20-7.

However, Northeast rebounded the following week with a 20-0 shutout over Lincoln High. The Rocket defense crushed the Links while quarterback Dave Svehla threw for two touchdowns and ran for a third.

Rated Fremont claimed a 14-0 win over Northeast in the third game but again the Rockets came back to roll over Council Bluffs St. Albert 35-6.

Another rated team, Grand Island, then claimed a 15-0 win, and Northeast had to prepare for citl rival East.

The trend continued. Northeast played a brilliant defensive game and downed the Spartans, 6-0. Noseguard Jon Larchick led the attack with three

1 quarterback sacks.

The only score of the game against East came on the final play of the first half, when Svehla hit Mike Peterson with a 50-yard touchdown pass.

The win over East evened the Rockets' record at 3-3 and provided a chance at the ctty title. , That chance surfaced the following week against Southeast. The Rockets scored first, and appeared to dominate the game against the Knights.

But, that's when the season took a drastic change for Northeast. Southeast battled back and took control of the game, winning 28-7. Southeast was unable to put together a substantial drive the entire game, but Northeast turnovers helped.

Reed said the loss to Southeast was one of the season's turning points.

"After that game, we didn't play as well as we should have," Reed said.

Season -ending losses to Beatrice and Bellevue West followed.

"Turnovers and our inability to control the ball hurt us in the last two games," Reed said. Northeast mistakes created easy scoring oppurtuntties for Beatrice and Bellevue West.

Despite the losing record, Heed considered the season a success.

"I think for the most part we gave about as good an effort as I expected. We played hard every game, and improved every week," Reed said. ·

Individual Rockets had banner seasons.

Svehla, who accepted a football scholarship to play at Northwest Missouri State, broke his season passing yardage record he set as a junior. The strong-armed righthander threw for 1, 194 yards. He was named to the All-State teams in both the Omaha WorldHerald and the Lincoln Star.

Tight end Mike Peterson, who will play football at UNO, set a new season receiving yardage record with 450 yards in catches.

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First-year head coach, Bruce Reed, makes his point clear during a timeout

Halfback Lonnie Buresh eludes a North Platte tackler.

Manueverlng throught the mud , Rocket quaterback Dave Svehla finds himself surrounded by defenders.

Eric Lowe is in motion during another sophomore win.

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Soph gridders storm to 7-0 Season, reserves struggle

After winning two of their first three games, the reserve football team's fortunes took a sudden nosedive.

But for the Rocket sophomore gridders, the season could be summed up in one word perfect.

The two squads, intent on understanding the system of new varsity coach, Bruce Reed, took different routes after the first three games of the season.

The junior varsity team, coached by Tracey Stauffer and Lynn Schoening, opened their campaign by defeating Fremont, 12-0, but dropped a 18-6 decision to Lincoln High in their second game. That was followed by a 14-7 victory over Lincoln East. The defense performed well in both wins, while the offense was able to move the ball.

"Our defense held East and Fremont," commented junior Pat Koertje. "But, those two games were the only games that the offense did well."

That lack of consistency on offense started to show up in the fourth game of the season against Southeast. The Rockets lost the battle 20-12, then were soundly thumped the following week by the Knights,

trice, the final opponent of the season, (20-12).

"We could've won every

game except the second time we played Southeast," Koertje said. "We managed to keep a positive attitude, but the losses got frustrating. I guess we learned how to lose."

Learning how to lose was not a part of the sophomore game plan. The Rocket rookies, coached by Rick Collura and assistant Mark Hickson, rolled to seven straight wins without a loss.

A philosophy that might have helped the sophs to their sterling season came from head varsity coach Reed.

Reed, and his assistants, chose to move just a few sophomores up and down on the junior varsity and varsity teams. That allowed Collura the chance to work basically the entire season with the same group of players.

"The experience of having a winning record is important to the overall program," Reed said after the season. "The sophomores' record this year should help them in the next two years _ as they prepare for the reserve and varsity teams."

continued as the squad made few errors en route to the unblemished finish.

Sophomore Aaron Griess drops back as his line blocks.

Reserve quarterback Troy Plumb looks for his deep receiver.

Reserve running back R c1l1 Nance gets some m t d assistance from Athletic Ti a Bruce Fishback.

Reserv~ Football (2-5)

1986 Reeerve Football Team. Back Row (I. tor.): Mic k Long, Dan Walton, Jeff Parker, Jody Hansen, Jim Murphy, Dean Drake, Dan Lesoing, Garrett Eiland, Dan Walter. Middle -Row: Student Manager Brian Harph am, Troy Plumb, Roland Nanoe, Lanoe Schlosser, Dennis Hamill, Brad Domingo, Mike Bodfield, Mike Boyd. Front Row: Jim Larson, Mak Azadi, Mitcheft Fritchie, Pat Koertje, Larry Warner, Robby Shortridge, Louie Lantz. Not Plcued: Coaches Lynn Schoening, Tracy Stauffer Jelf Harig, Jim Hansen, John Varrati Mike Ersch.

Sophomore Football (7-0)

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Varsity Volleyball {20-7)

All-City spiker leads Rockets

It's all in the family, volleyball that is, for the Walek's. Thank goodness that it is, or Northeast might not have been lucky enough to receive Junior Andee Walek as one of it's star volleyball players.

Following in the footsteps of older sister Kristi, Walek earned herself a spot on the Northeast varsity volleyball team, and in doing so has helped the Rockets during many a match.

Walek said her goal of making the varsity team meant avian more to her due to sister Kristi's success. "Since I grew up around volleyball, going to all of the Northeast games and watching my sister play, it was very important to me that I make the varsity team," she said.

Undoubtedly, learning the fundamentals of the game at an early age was very important if she were to ever play at the high school level.

"I knew I wanted to play for Northeast once I was in high school, so I really worked at it, and my sister helped me out a lot," Waleksaid.

Walek said she felt that making the team as a sophomore has made her a well rounded player, and has helped her deal with the pressure better. "Experience has taught me

Although much of Walek's court time is spent helping out the Rockets, she has an impressive line up of her own volleyball activities.

she is a member of a U.S.V.B.A. Junior Olympic team. This team is made up of girls from all of Nebraska. The team travels together, competing against other Junior Olympic teams, in the hope of gaining national recognition by making it to the national finals in New Mexico.

However, her volleyball talents do not end there Walek was named as a Lincoln Journal and Star All-City spiker, and was recognized as and Honorable Mention in the All-State category.

Walek admits she has high hopes for her volleyball career in the future. She would like to earn a scholarship to play for the University of Nebraska or Tennessee of Florida. However, Walek maintains that her studies will definitely come first in her college life. "My education is more important than volleyball," she stresses.

Walek plans to study business in college, and intends to become an accountant.

-Karen Wixson

Getting down in a pre-game hu the varsity team discusses strc with Coach Genrich.

Working for the kill is senior Shelly Novak.

Reaching high in the air to make the return,PamGrossgivesthemaximum effort.

Spikers victorious season Result of leadership, unity

The Northeast varsity volleyball team finished the season with a 186 record, after losing to Columbus in the first round of the State Tournament.

Northeast's goal of becoming state champions once again fell short, as the Rockets were unable to repeat their state title, an honor they enjoyed two years ago.

Coach Sandi Genrich felt her squad's talents reached a high point a little too soon in the season.

"We just peaked about two weeks early. I don't know why, said Genrich "The ability was there all along. The desire to do well was there all along. I can't ask for more. The kids gave me 100 per cent and we just came up a little short. I'm not disappointed."

In intra-city play, Northeast did rather well with the exception of long-time rival East High. the Rockets posted a 2-0 record against Southeast and were also undefeated against Lincoln High with three decisive victories.

The Rockets lost early to the Spartans in the East Invitational and the River City Classic. The spikers' high point of the season was beating East 15-5, 10-15, 15-9 to capture the Northeast Invitational.

"We lost to them (East) early in the season. That was okay, I ~new

they were much more experienced than we were. We improved and kept progressing, and by about the third week in October I felt we could compete with anyone in the state. We just happened to play East. We played real well and managed to win, "Genrich said.

Northeast also placed well in the

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LPS - Classic, the Greater Nebraska Conference, and the River City Classic.

The Rockets had many strengths that carried them to victory this year, including their setting and their unity

"Our strength that was better than anyone else in the state was our setting," Genrich commented.

"Both Jenni Mau and Shelly Novak did an exceptional job. Their shoes will be hard to fill. The girls also showed a great amount of unity. Our four seniors were real leaders."

-Lance Fryrear

Junior Andee Walek sets the ball for teammates Mau, Englebart and Hansen.

Seniors Shelly Novak and Pam Gross attempt to block an opponents' spike as Jenni Mau and Andee Walek prepare to assist.

"The kids gave me 100 per cent and we just came up a little short. I'm not disappointed."

-Sandi

Sophomore Tanya Novak moves toward the ball for a return.

Amy Willet leaps high in an attempt to block the ball.

Mental errors prove costly; Reserves, sophs struggle

The sophomore and reserve volleyba ll squads both posted losing seasons in 1987, but both also showed pos itive signs for the future. The reserves finished 6-8 under Coach Brenda Ward, while the sophs were 3-9 for Coach Deb Headley. Both teams were 1-1 in the LPS Tournament.

-Reserve Coach . Brenda Ward

said in a Northeastern interview following a straight set loss to Southeast. "I still think this team

hasn't lived up to its potential. Hopefully, we ' ll bounce back and win some more "

The reserves did win two of their

next three matches, then finished 21 in the East Invitational Tournament. The Rockets defeated Waverly and Lincoln Christian in the tourney, before losing to host East High Errors while trying to keep the ball in play plagued the reserves at various times during the season.

"We need to improve on keeping the ball in play on the third hit," Ward said following the Southeast loss "We made some errors on easy balls that should have been kept in play, but weren't."

The sophomore team defeated Beatrice in straight sets in the second match of the season, but then came a string of seven straight losses that erased any hopes of a winning season

The sophomores did gain some respectability in the LPS tournament, however.

After losing a three-set match to East, the sophs rallied to defeat Lincoln High, 15-12, 10-15, 15-12.

Joei Christensen reaches low for a dig while teammate Debbie Wilson prepares to assist.

"We had a habit of letting down mentally, when we got ahead," Ward

"We need to improve on keeping the ball in play on the third hit. We made some errors on some easy balls that should have been kept in play, but weren't."

Tammy Plummer, Michelle Matthe'A and Debbie Wilson move to the

~opt;lo~ore Volleyball (3-9)

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Back Row (I. to r.): Ranelle Hoffman, Susan Behrens, Dawn Breerra, Holly Gear. Dorothy Groothuis, Becky Winkelman, Coach Deb Headley Front Row: Shonna Eisenbarth, Amy Willet, Shanna Pagel, Chellsey Wilson, Jessica Pavey, M!31issa McGrErN.

Back Row (I. to r.): Joei ¢hristensen, Michelle Beck. Louise Carr, Michelle Matthews, Tarrmy Plu nmer, Coach Brenda Ward. Row: Brenda Domngo, Carla Wichman, Shari ~. Julie Ogda,,

Boys Gymnastics (3-1 Dual)

Champoux sets higher goal

Dennis Champoux began his successful career in gymnastics when he was 10 years old. Little did he know then that he would grow up to become one of the top gymnasts in the state during his high school career.

"I started gymnastics because my P.E. teacher thought I had some potential, and it looked like a lot of fun I never really thought about what it takes to be really good."

Champoux had his first taste of gymnastics while attending a clinic at Lincoln High. When his coach at the clinic moved. he decided to quit gymnastics altogether, since he was without a trainer or a place to practice.

But, one of Dennis' neighbors happened to be Francis Allen, Head Gymnastics Coach at the University of Nebraska Feeling Champoux had talent, Allen persuaded him to continue with his lessons, under Allen's direction at the Nebraska School of Gymnastics. Eight years later, he is still a member of this prestigious club.

Coach Chuck Chmelka, current head coach at NSG has instructed Champoux for the past six years. Spending anywhere from 1 5 to 20 hours per week at practice, Champoux has learned that practice does make perfect. His hard work

has earned him the district title in the vault for three consecutive years, as well as the state title in his junior and senior years. He also had very strong finishes in the allaround competition. "Vault is definitely my best event and one that I really enjoy, but I also enjoy the floor exercise," Champoux said.

In his senior year at Northeast, Champoux competed at the state gymnastics meet and finished fourth in the all-around, helping to make Northeast a powerful name in Nebraska gymnastics. "That was one of the team's major goals when I started at Northeast," Champoux said. "I think we've been pretty successful, although it would have been nice to win the state title." ·

Champoux plans to attend college and obtain a degree in advertising. However, gymnastics will play a paramount role in his college choice. "Both Penn State and UCLA have very good gymastics programs, so I'd like to go to one of those schools, but I'm still partial to Nebraska." Although Champoux said he would not coach after college, he still does have one goal that he would like to achieve. ''I'd really like to make the United States national team. That has been my dream."

-Karen Wixson .

1986 Boys Gymnastics Team. Back Row (I. tor.): Head Coach Vicki Johnson, Dennis Siefker, Dennis Champoux, John Chmelka. Student Manager Mike Frain. Front Row: Rueben Ceballos, Jarod Steiner, Andy Donovan.

Posing and pointing are important for

Boys finish second .... again

Northeast's gymnastics team may have been lacking in numbers during the 1986 - 87 season. But, the Rockets were big on talent.

Led by junior all-arounder Ruben Ceballos, and senior standout Dennis Champoux, the Rocke t s fin ished second in the State Meet, held at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Champoux was the state champion in the vault, a title he captured as a j unior. He added a second place finish in the rings and floor exercise, and was fourth in the all-around competition

Ceballos won exercise , porn mel ri ngs , but could overcome Louis Ball for the all -around settled for the position.

the floor horse, and not , quite of Papillion title, and runner-up

Champoux said Northeast's success can be traced to the daily routine of gymnastics.

"W ith only a few experienced gymnasts , you must make every routine count, and you work for perfection Knowing we had only a few guys, we knew we had to hit every routine, or we wouldn't win," Champoux said.

While Ceballos and Champoux were the stars of the show, the Rockets' drive to a secondplace finish was helped by Andy Donovan and Dennis Siefker. The two provided additional points to boost the Rockets.

Unfortunately, Northeast's girls also suffered from a lack of gymnasts.

Injuries also marred the girls' season, as the Rockets were seldom at full speed during the season

Junior Michelle Shriner, and sophomore Brenda Thienel were the top gymnasts for the Rockets, but strong performances from seniors Carol Larsen and Bryana Beckler helped the team throughout the season.

The girls failed to qualify as a team for the state meet, but Michelle Shriner qualified for the vault, where she tied for ninth. She failed to qualify in the beam by just .05 of a point.

"It was a disappointment to miss qualifying by so little , but I made the vault, and I have next year to look forward to," she said.

Karen Wixson

A Walkover performed by Michelle Shriner show agility and strength.

Dennis Champoux shows the strength needed in the rings event.

Ruben Ceballos pauses before beginning his floor routine.

Carol Larsen in her floor exercise routine.

Dennis Champoux displays the scissors technique

Girls Gymnastics. (0-6 Dual)

1986 Girls Gymnastics Team. Back Row (I. tor.): Head Coach Vic ki Johnson. Nikki Bond Middle Row: Michelle Sch ri ner Carol Larsen, Bryana Beckler. Front Row: Trac i Ana nia , Brenda Thiene l.

Netters rally for eighth place To ease 0-9 season record

"Disappointing is probably the key word here. It wasn't like we were short on talent, or that we didn't try," commented junior tennis player Lance Fryrear.

Fryrear's view of the 1986 boys tennis season is appropriate. Despite all of the efforts, the Rockets were unable to chalk up a regular season victory.

Northeast was outmatched in its first three contests, losing 9-0 to East and Southeast, and 8-1 to Grand Island.

The regular season bright spot came in a close 5-4 loss to Lincoln High. An identical score loss to Hastings followed, then another 5-4 setback to the Links again added to the hard luck.

The disappointing losses didn't help team morale.

"It's really difficult to get out there and practice every day when you've been losing all season," senior Mike Oehm said. "You have to keep telling yourself that it's

going to get better, even if it doesn't."

Two 5-4 losses to Beatrice and a weather-shortened 3-1 setback to Norfolk completed the frustrations of a winless regular season A last place finish at the LPS tourney, and a sixth place at the Greater Nebraska Conference meet left little , to shout about.

However, Coach Jim Rathe's band of also-rans suddenly got back into the race at the State Tennis Tournament.

Rathe, known for getting teams prepared for state competition, had his natters prepared for the trip to Omaha.

Northeast surprised the field by finishing a strong 8th out of 22 teams. The talent that had been knocked down and beat around during the regular season surfaced in fine form for the state meet.

The state showing was a sparkling diamond in what had been a year filled with stones.

-Karen Wixson

Junior Lance Fryrear shows sheer concentration as he returns the ball.

Jerry Wadell steps Into the shot.

Duane Bernt gets set to return a high shot.

Mike Oehm has his eyes on the tennis ball.

When ball makes contact with racket, Josh Trambly knows It :0uld be a good return.

Boys Tennis (0-9 Dual Record)

Oehm's practice pays off

When Mike Oehm first decided to play competitive tennis his senior year, he had no idea what was in store for him and his teammates. "The main reason I went out for tennis was just to have some fun, and improve my game. I had never played really seriously before," Oehm said.

Oehm began playing tennis as a nine year old, when his older brother first introduced him to the game. Never taking the game very serious ly, he played mostly for recreation, and as he says, "to kill some time." Nevertheless, spring and summer weekends usually found Oehm at the tennis courts with a fr iend If he couldn't find a playing partner, he would simply work on his return game by hitting balls against a practice wall at the court. "I spent hours there during the summers, it was my way of keeping out of trouble," he says.

With all of that practice behind him, it's no wonder that Oehm garnered the No. 2 seed the entire season, behind junior Josh Trambley. "As bad as I wanted that number one seed, it just never seemed to come, but I got a lot of practice in trying."

Oehm said he was disappointed with the Rockets' regular season, but feels that it was to their advantage at the state meet. "It really is discouraging to lose every one of your matches during the regular season, I think by the time

the state meet rolled around we were so hungry for a win that it made us go out there and try that much harder. "Plus, I think we surprised the other teams that we played They were thinking, 'Oh, this is gonna be a breeze,' and then we went out there and really gave it our all, it was sorta our way of unleashing all our frustration from the regular season."

Besides being a fairly talented tennis player, Mike is involved in many other activities at Northeast as well. Mike has played on the Reserve and Varsity baseball • teams, in which he has earned a letter. He has also played in the Marching and Concert bands, and sings in the Concert and Swing Choirs, which has earned him a vocal music letter. This would be a heavy load for any student, but Oehm says he enjoys the involvement. "You get to meet so many different people, and it's a good way to keep busy," he says.

Oehm said he plans to go to the University of Nebraska after completing high school, but isn't quite sure which field he'd like to go into for a career. "I like to change my mind a lot, so I'm going to wait a couple of years before deciding anything, it's a big decision." One thing that he does know however is this, "I know that whatever I decide to do with my life, I'm gonna have to like what I'm doing, because what's the purpose of going through life having a lousy time?"

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1986 Boys Temis Team. Back Row (L to r.): Junior Varsity Coach R.T. Weidman, Jeff Rigby, Shawn Abbott, Lance Fryrear, Josh Trani>ly, Alan Hald, Mike Oehm, Head Coach Jim Rathe Front Row: Jeff McConkey, Duane Bernt, Chris Martlson, Jerry Wadell, Greg D.ightman, Todd Wesslund, Brent White.

Cross Country

Brehm just one for the road

"Basically, I began running because it (cross country) was a sport that didn't require a lot of strength, but was still physically demanding," said junior Mike Brehm. Demanding indeed, as Mike logged over 500 miles before the start of the 1986 Cross Country season. This accomplishment was one that no other Rocket runner could lay claim to.

Mike got his first taste of running as a twelve year old when a P.E. teacher thought he might enjoy it, and encouraged him to start. "At first, I ran just to get in shape to wrestle, but pretty soon, I switched to running exclusively ." Despite not having the sound advice that a coach can give, Mike stuck with running, and it led him to a spot on the Rocket varsity cross country team. "I really had to work myself to get on varsity, I'm not as naturally fast as a lot of the guys on this year's team, but the effort has been worth it."

In the off season, Mike keeps in shape by participating in local road races. Mike said he enjoys the challenge of running against some of the better runners in the city, and

says it helps keep him prepared for the high school season. "The nice thing about road races is that there really isn't a lot of pressure to win, you just go out there and do your best, it's not always like that in the high school meets."

Mike says he has no plans to run in college, but insists he will remain active in the sport. "Once you start running, you don't want to give it up," he says.

Besides being one of Northeast's finest runners, Mike has many other talents as well. Mike has played trumpet in the Northeast Marching Band as well as the Concert and Symphonic Bands. He has also appeared in last year's school musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie" and in this year's fall play, "Cat Among the Pigeons." Mike says he keeps involved simply because" I'd get bored if I didn't have some way to keep busy."

Sports will also play a role in Mike's future, as he has set his goals with the intent of being a sports broadcaster. Brehm hopes his background with athletics will help him as he pursues his career.

1986 Cross Country Team. Back Row (I. tor.): Assistant Coach Bob Geis, Amy Attenberger, Kevin Zillig, Tom Ahlschwede, Dave Attenberger, Casey Smith, Todd Adams, Head Coach Clay Streich. Middle Row: Mike Brehm, Jack Williams, Joe Sis, Nathan Lane, Jorge Fonseca. Chris White, Kreg Green Front Row: Volunteer Coach Cindy Fluitt, Student Manager Karen WD<son, Nicole Nelson, Michelle Smith, Paula Behrens.

Harriers have hilly season Despite accomplishments

Imagine running eight or nine miles, sweat pouring down your body as you struggle to finish. You're tired, but you aren't even close to being done. To top it off, you might have weather ranging anywhere from blazing heat to bitter cold ·

Now imagine doing that every day. Sound pretty bad? Well, that scene depicts an average day in the life of a Northeast Cross Country runner.

A new coach, increased talent, and greater unity are just some of the things that proved beneficial to the 1986 Cross Country team. Though the records don't indicate it, most team members felt as though they had a successful year.

is a big meet, and you have a lot of very talented runners out there. You can't worry about it for the rest of the season if you don't do well the first time you compete."

Although the team never finished higher than 2nd place any time during the season, there were individual accomplishments to keep the team going.

Attenberger and fellow junior, Tom Ahlschwede, led the pack on the boys team, but seniors Joe Sis and Jorge Fonseca also provided the strength needed for the team. Sophomores Nathan Lane, Jack Williams, and Krag Green, gave fine performances throughout the course of the season as well.

As for the girls team, freshman Amy Attenberger and senior Becky Hartung gave them strong performances that helped the Rocket harriers improve steadily through the season.

-Junior Dave Attenberger

The team started the season at a slow pace, finishing a disappointing 9th place at the NWU Invitational. However, the team did not let this get in their way of improving throughout the season.

Junior Dave Attenberger commented, "The Wesleyan Invitational

"With only two seniors and three freshman on the entire team, we had to make the most of every race individually," said Hartung.

The team ran under the supervision of first-year head coach Clayton Streich. Team members soon found Streich to be a tough taskmaster, but ali agreed that the hard work paid off in the end.

"Streich always pushed us, both physically and mentally," Sis said.

"But he's responsible for the team's improvements, he's a great coach "

-Karen Wixson

Atired Paula Behrens maintains her lead over a Grand Island runner.

Casey Smith holds off her opponent as the Rocket runner takes the lead.

Attempting to pass an East High runner, Todd Adams pours it on.

Senior Becky Hartung finds a moment to be by herself.

Experiencing pain that only a distance runner can endure, Jason Graff struggles towards the finish.

"You can't worry about it for the' rest of the season if you don't do well the first time you compete."

Roller coaster of emotions Takes Rockets to State

It would have been such a great story. A first-yea r head coach returns to his alma mater, and directs the basketball team to a state title. It almost happened.

Rick Co llura, who took over the Rocket basketball fortunes following Ed Johnson's legendary 37 years at Northeast, may never again go through an emotional experience quite like the 1986-87 season.

After dropping all three regular season games to city opponents, the tournament-wise Rockets gathered themselves and won the A4 District title.

The Rockets , who finished with an 18 -6 record , earned the state tournament berth by defeating Lincoln High, 50 -48 in the opening round, then downed Southeast 3836 in overt i me The win over the Knights came after Dave Svehla hit a baseline jump -shot with three seconds remaining. When Southeast was unable to get a shot off at the end, the floor was flooded with Northeast fans

"I knew there wasn't enough time left for a better shot, so I just squared up and let it go," Svehla sa id. "It felt good when it left my hands. I thought it had a chance."

Southeast Coach Dennie Puelz seemed more convincing when he talked about THE shot.

"I've watched Dave play since he was knee-high to a grasshopper," Puelz would say after the game. "You could tell the shot was going in. He took his time, the arch was good that's what happens when you put the ball in the hands of an athlete."

state season, the Rockets also notched other impressive accomplishments.

The Rockets won the LaBlond Tournament with victor ies over St. Joe Benton, Grand Island , and St. Joe Central. The nine point tit le win over Central was the closest cal l of the three contests

A 63-59 win over top -rated

Norfolk at Northeast's Ed Johnson Gym sent ripples through the state. Could Northeast possibly have another title contender? How good were the Rockets?

Four straight wins followed the Norfolk triumph , before a two point loss to Millard South to end the regular season.

Throughout the season, Collura's squad showed a rapid tempo, something he had promised before the season began

"I like to think of it as a controlled fast-break," Collura said. "If the break is there, we ' re going to get the ball up and down the court "

Collura also stressed aggressive defense, and told a pre-season pep rally crowd he wanted to hear the loudest cheers for the player who would stand and take a charging call. Northeast's defense was one of the best in the state.

For all of the emotional highs and lows of the season, the lowest came about one month following the state tournament.

Ed Johnson, who had been battling cancer since his retirement in the spring of 1986, died April 11 at St. Elizabeth's Community Health Center. Collura was an honorary pall bearer at his former coach's funeral.

Without a doubt, the 1986-87 obviously the highlight of the preseason may have been one of the most emotional seasons ever.

While the district title was

Looking foranopenT.J.Ochsner, Dave Svehla is double teamed by the Knights. Dave Svehla works the ball down the court during the District A-4 Tournament at Pershing Auditorium.

D.J. Vokolek goes for the layup against the Links. ihe Rockets defeated Lincoln High, 50-48.

Josh Trambly has perfect form for his jumper.

Boys Varsity Basketball (18-6)

Athletics is family affair

Svehla follows footsteps of Older brother in endeavors

Starting at the tender age of six, Dave Svehla began his quest for success in ath letics, by joining the Litt le Fry Basketball program and playing for the Moose lodge

This was no great surprise for Jan and Ron Svehla, as their other three boys were accomplished ath letes, whose names were well known throughout the northeast Lincoln community. Determined to follow in his brothers' footsteps, Dave too, set his sights on becoming a great athlete. As a result, Dave Svehla is perhaps one ·of the great names in Nebraska athletics.

·Svehla said his parents played a great role in his participation of various sports as a youngster , but that his brother Tom has been his greatest inspiration through the years.

"Tom is a great athlete that has accomplished a lot in his life. I've always looked up to him he's taught me a great deal," Svehla said.

However, from the look of·things, it seems as though Dave can hold his own in the Svehla family. He has played on the varsity level of football, basketball, and baseball, all three years at Northeast.

Svehla realizes that there is a t ime for work and a time for play, and he puts academic achievement high on his list of priorities.

Happily, his hard work has paid

off. His scholastic achievements number close t o his athletic achievements as well. He is ranked ninth in the senior class, is a member of the National Honor Society, and a five semester Honor Roll student.

His scholastic achievements at Northeast have garnered him an Academic All-State honor for football, which was awarded to only one other Lincoln student--fellow football teammate, Lonnie Buresh.

His list of accomplishments do not end there, however, as he is also the president of the N-Club, a member of the Concert Choir, and involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Dave said he also enjoys spending time with his friends, and "beating Pat Ridpath at cribbage."

He is still uncertain about his future plans for a career, but admits he is leaning towards the idea of teaching, as well as coaching , after college.

Svehla said he would like to teach mathematics, and coach basketball. This may seem odd; considering he will be playing football at Northwest Missouri State, but Dave sees it as fitting.

"Basketball is a game that I have a lot of knowledge about," he said.

"I enjoy it, and it's · a good opportunity to influence young people."

-Karen Wixson

Rocket forward, Mike Peterson, attempts to get the ball to the inside during the District game against Lincoln High.

Forward Josh Trambly is set to make the perfect shot against the Panthers.

Junior T.J. Ochsner moves around the perimeter to get set for an open shot.

In the verbal game of basketball, Mike Peterson and No r folk's Troy Drahota exchange heated w ords.

D J Vokolek goes underneath the basket against the Westside Warriors during the quarter-final game of the · State Tournament.

Mike Peterson struggles to maintain h i s position and control under the hoop

A tearful Rocket , Brad Richardson takes pride in his team as Northeast captured the Class A state runner-up trophy.

"Livin' on a Prayer'_ '

Six seconds That's near ly all it took Add a 20-foot prayer shot by Norfolk's Chri s Price , and the · Rocket's hopes for a state basketball title were dashed after one of the most dramatic comebacks in state tournament history.

Norfolk led by as many as 13 po ints in the th ird period , and still held a 10 po i:-:t lead w ith only 4 :30 left in the game Desp ite los ing Dave Svehla and Mike Peterson w ith five fouls , the Rockets mounted a tremendous comeback to nearly win the game

A pair of free throws by Brad Richardson pulled the Rockets to within four points , 54-50 , with over three minutes to play

The Panthers increased that lead to eight , but again Northeast stormed back Dan Lesoing , who came off the bench to score 14 second-half points , hit a jumper with less than a minute to go that knotted the score at 58

Richardson was then fouled, but missed the front end of a oneand-one. Josh Trambly grabbed the rebound , however, and passed out to Lesoing He hit his shot f rom close range , and was fouled on the way up His subsequent free throw completed the threepoint play and gave Northeast its fi rst lead since the first quarter

But , the Panthers weren't abou t to roll over and play dead Pr ice hi t a 20-footer to pull Norfolk t o with in a point with only 22 seconds left Northeast had two opportunities , from the free throw line, to i ncre ase the lead in the final 20 seconds But , to the demise of the Rockets , T.J Ochsner and Richardson both missed front ends of one-and -ones

Follow ing Richardson's miss , Norfo lk worked the ball downcourt and Rob Faust hit Price with a pass deep in the corner The longrange bomber squared with the basket, and his shot hit nothing but net

Northeast, with no time outs left , tried to quickly bring the ball upcourt for a desperation shot. However, a pass to Richardson was knocked loose and the Rockets fa iled to get a shot away

The game , like many state championship contests, was an emotional roller coaster The mob scene created by Norfolk fans was starkly contrasted by long looks at the scoreboard through teary eyes on the Rocket side.

"I've never been through anything like this, ever," commented Northeast coach, Rick Collura -Dave Clapp and Tim Brox

First-year head coach, Rick Collura, congratulates Dave Svehla on a job well done.

A dominating figure on the court, Northeast center Brad Richardson gets set to slam the ball into the bucket.

Rockets pull hoop 'hat trick' With soph, reserve records

Northeast's reserve and sophomore basketball squads helped complete a clean-sweep w inning record for the hoop program in 1986-87

The reserves, coached by Doug Kaltenberger, f inished 12-4. The sophomores, coached by Lynn Schoening, ended with a 7-5 mark.

It was the first year of coaching at Northeast for Schoening, while Kaltenberger was in his second season. He coached the sophomores during the 1985-86 season

The reserves won their first four games of the campaign , defeating Hast ings, Omaha North, Kearney and Lincoln High. A five point loss to East broke the str ing, however.

The loss to East was the only city setback for the reserves. Northeast downed Southeast, 6358, and defeated the Links, 44-35.

Kaltenberger, who stresses control, said the Lincoln High game almost got away from Northeast.

"We let Lincoln High control the tempo and the ballgame early," he said in a Northeastern interview. "At the beginning, they (the Links) played harder "

Northeast erased a 10-4 deficit against the Links to climb back into

the game , and trailed by only one point at halftime

A Rodney Bradley basket gave Northeast a lead it never relinquished with 30 seconds remain ing in the third period

"We were slow starting ," Kaltenberger said "Lincoln High is a good ballclub, and it was our first game at Pershing."

While the reserves won their first four games, the sophs struggled. · Four straight losses opened the season for the Northeast rookies.

A 65-48 tr i umph over Millard North started a string that saw the sophs win 7 of their final 8 games.

Included in the impressive lateseason charge was a 72-59 win over Raymond Central's reserves. The 72 points was a season-high total.

The sophs also avenged an earlier loss to Southeast, defeating the · Knights, 66-35 in the next-tolast game of the season after losing 53-51 midway through the campaign.

The squad left little doubt as to the outcome in many contests. Schoening's crew blasted Millard North by 17, crushed Fremont by 13, then topped off the victories with its largest margin, the 31 point win over Southeast.

Tom Ahlschwede finds room between three Norfolk defenders as Greg Gottberg and Ron Wittler prepare for a rebound.

Aaron Griess makes a run for the basket.

Jassen Adamson and Dana Wendelin find time for a tumbling routine during the game.

Aaron Griess goes for the layup as teammate Ron Wittler looks on.

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Varsity cagers plagued by Injuries, reach team goals

"In all of my years of coaching high school basketball, this year had to be the worst as far as injuries were concerned." Veteran basketball coach, Hank Willemsen, had good reason to make this comment.

Seven of his varsity players sustained injuries serious enough to prevent them from playing at one time or another during the course of the season. However, this did not prevent the lady Rockets from doing great things throughout the season.

The squad began their season strong, with wins against Hastings, Bellevue East, and Norfolk. Losses to Papillion and Lincoln East followed, but the girls bounced right back, and chalked up key wins against Southeast and Lincoln High.

Willemsen, Head Basketball Coach

"One of the team's goals was to beat at least one of the Lincoln teams, because Northeast hadn't beaten another Lincoln team in two year," said senior point guard, Soni Fabry. "Beating two Lincoln schools really did a lot for the team's morale."

However, along with the glory of winning comes the disappointment of losing. Northeast probably never felt this more than after losing by a point in the last second of the game against Grand Island.

Willemsen said, "It was probably the biggest dissappointment of the season, because we came so close to winning."

After that let-down, the team once again showed it's ability to come back by beating the Knights a second time during the season by a score of 37-32 The rest of the season went smoothly, and the Rockets suffered losses to only two other teams before Districts.

But fate once again took it's toll, as senior Vicki Rathe broke her foot. Willemsen said he felt Rathe's injury hurt the team the most.

"It just came at a really bad time, right before Districts," Willemsen said. "It hurt the team because Vicki was one of the motivating f actors behind our success. I'm sure if we could have ever kept any continuity in our game, we would have gone to State."

The Rockets lost to Southeast in the opening round of the District tournament, 43-37.

Even though the season was marked with setbacks, Willemsen was pleased with his team's performance.

"Despite all of the disappointments we had, I'm really proud of the girls. They were forced to adjust to a lot, and they did it very well," Willemsen said.

-Karen Wixson

Andee Walek shows the strength of Northeast's inside game as she shoots in close against Southeast.

Kim Grosshans takes a shot from the perimeter.

Showing excellent form, Jenni Mau puts up a shot from the baseline.

"I'm sure if we could have ever kept any continuity in our game, we would have gone to State."

-Hank

The outstretched hand of a Sout h ~1 defender can't stop this shot by And Walek.

Girls Varsity Basketball (11-8)

Playmates spur success

Ironically, for Soni Fabry, her basketball career with the Rockets didni have ·anything to do with little girls. Basketball, for Fabry, started with a group of neighborhood boys.

Fabry began her road to hoop success with a group of playmates who just happened to have a love for the sport.

"We played a lot together, and there weren't many girls on the block, so I picked up the game as I went along," she said.

Fabry picked up enough of the game to earn a spot on the Northeast varsity squad as a sophomore.

The 5-foot-6 senior point guard didn't start that first year, but she did gain a great deal of knowledge and experience that has helped her become a better player.

"When I was a sophomore, Tonia Arehart was a great help She gave me the confidence to believe in mysett and my abilities," Soni said.

Fabry has been involved with organized basketball since the third grade, playing for different city recreation teams. However, she wasn't playing just for the fun of it. There were goals in mind

"Ever since I was in grade school, I thought about playing for Northeast. It was always something I wanted to do," she said.

One of Fabry's top priorities on the floor is her consistency. "I _ have a job that I'm responsible for, and it's up to me to play the best game that I can."

Fabry's activities do not end with the basketball season. She is a member of the girls' varsity tennis team, N-Club, National Honor Society, FCA, and was a Northeast representative at Cornhusker Girls' State. She also enjoys other more sedate activities such as reading and doing jig-saw puzzles.

-Karen Wixson

Putting upa Jump shot, Kim Grosshans shoots from the wing against Lincoln East.

Ghia Vanity Buketball Team. Front Row (I. to r.): Wendy Svoboda, Becky Roesler, Soni Fabry, Diane Smith, Kim Grosshans. Back Row: Carol Siebe. Tammy Bouwens, Vicki Rathe, Andee Walek. Jenni

Kim Vokolek, Coach Hank Wdlemsen.

Holly Gear looks for a passing opportunity after pulling down a rebound.

Reserves, sophs hopeful Losses will brighten future

There was little to shout about as the girls reserve and sophomore basketball squads struggled through losing seasons.

The teams combined for a 4-22 record, and followers were hopeful that the learning experiences could benefit the players for the next year.

The sophomores, under Coach Bruce Waters, finished 2-8. The reserves, coached by Marty Shields, were 2-14.

Since the inception of sophomore basketball, the main emphasis has always been on teaching girls the basics, and the

-Amy Price, on the sophomore's 44-27 win over Lincoln High.

That was important for Northeast's sophs to remember when the squad suffered through losses in six of its first seven games. Included in the string was a two-point loss to the Waverly reserve team.

The Rockets ended that string with a convincing 44-27 win over Lincoln High

The win over the Links, according to Amy Price, came after a hard week of practice.

"We really worked hard in practice," Price said in a Northeastern interview. "Our coach set a goal for us to beat our record of 43 points we set the week before, and we did it."

The reserve team dropped its first 11 games, before winning backto-back contests over Beatrice and North Platte.

The North Platte win came on a shot by Tina Collins with three seconds left to give Northeast a 2625 victory.

Collins launched her gamewinner from the top of the key just six seconds after North Platte had tak en a 25-24 lead on two free throws.

Following the thrilling win over system of the school's varsity program. While winning is certainly important, it is not as crucial at the sophlevel.

North Platte, the reserves closed out the season with three straight losses, including a season-ending 75-15 setback to Omaha Marian.

Deaunn Maatsch dribbles around her Lincoln High opponent.

"Our coach set a goal for us to beat our record of 43 points we set the week before, and we did it."

Shonna Eisenbarth shoots over two defenders.

Outrunning two Southeast play e.- 1, Patti Varrattl goes In for the layup.

Sophomore Basketball (2-8)

Gir1s Sophomore Baaketbd Team. Back Row (I to r.): Sandra Fournier, Jenny Schultz, Amt Price, liolly Gear, Deaoon Maatsch, Karma Vang, Coach Bruce Waters.

Row: Shonna Eisenbarth, JiU

Julie Ogden, Shana Pagel.

Reserve Basketball (2-14)

Gil1s Reaerve Basketball Teem. Back Row(I. tor.) : Patti Varratti, E aine Michaelson, Dawn Breemes, Kellie Landkamer, Michelle Beck, Michelle Matthews, Coach Marty Shield..& ·

Row: Chelsey Wilson, Tina Collins, Shannon Modrell, Donna Taylor, Joan

Tina Collins moves toward the baseline after eluding a Southeast player.

Grapplers claim city crown

Capturing the city title and sending six wrestlers to the state tournament were highlights of the 1986-87 season.

The potential of Coach John McIntyre's squad surfaced early as the Rockets stormed to a fourth place finish in the Omaha North Invitational, the first meet of the season.

However, back-to-back poor efforts against Beatrice and Hastings and a close loss to Fremont began to wear on the team's morale

The road to recovery started at the W illiam Jewell Invitational, where Northeast wrestled well while placing seventh.

Wins over Lincoln East, Lincoln High and Southeast followed, and the Rockets claimed the city crown.

"I knew it was there," Dirk Baker said. "I felt it, the whole team wanted to take city. Even though it was close, I think we knew what we needed to do to win."

Winning the city title would seem to put Northeast at an advantage in the district tourney. However, the Rockets scored 95 points at district, while Lincoln High marched off with the A-4 title

"Of course, I had hoped that we would have done a little better as a team, but I'm not disappointed," McIntyre said of the district showing. "They all gave it their best shot, and we had some great individual finishes."

The six wrestlers who qualified for state included: Baker (112), Jon Larchick (132), Jay Bachman (138), Ken Donahoo (155), Marcus Neal (185), and Shawn Swisher (heavyweight).

Only one Northeast wrestler advanced past the first round at state. Larchick did more than advance past the first round. He rolled to the state championship when he defeated long-time rival Cory Phelps of Lincoln High in the title match.

-Karen Wixson

Marcus Neal waits for a chance to get an advantage on his Southeast opponent

State Champion Jon Larchick

over the top. Larchick lost

nmtch ull season.

John Ballou works on the psychological aspect of wrestling before a match

Senior Jay Bachman offers advice to teammates.

Senior grappler Ken Donahoo readies hi mself, waiting for the referee's signal to start wrestling

Wrestling (5-5 Duals)

It was the moment he'd been waiting for since the fourth grade Thi s wa s it--t he final match of the state wret ling tournament. If he made all of the right moves, he could have it all , if not, he 'd never get anoth er c hance.

Larchick began wrestling in the fourth g rade , after his parents and his old er brot her, who was also a wrestl er, encou raged him to do so. His first coac h was none other than North east head coach, John McIntyre, to whom Larch ick credits much of his success.

"Coach McIntyre is the one who realize d I had the potential to get where I am today. He helped a lot thro ugh t he years," Larchick said.

He continued to wrestle and improv e, and with every match he was just one step closer to fulfilling his dream

stormed through the 86-87 season, losing only once to Brian Richmond of Millard North. He said the loss, although upsetting , was actually of benttit to him

"Losing early in the season kept me from thinking I was unbeatable, and it made me work a lot harder," he commented.

Larch ick · finished the season ranked as the number one wrest ler in the state.

At the state tourney, he met up with city rival, Corey Phelps of Lincoln High, whom he had beaten three times previously. Larchick said he felt fairly condf ident going into the final match, but he did have his misgivings.

"I knew that Phelps would be coming at me with all he had because he didni have anything to lose "

O

nce Larchick began high sch oo l, his future started to take s hape. He finished in fifth place at t he state tournament as a sophomore Larch ick said he was pleased with t he finish . As a junior Larchick o nce again fi ni shed in fifth place. Disappointed by this finish, Jon vowed that as a senior he would not t ake a back seat to anyone.

Larchiek.was well on his way to a state championship title, as he

Luckily, he beat Phelps by a decision. Jon described the moment as being "awesome." He went on to say, "It was the greatest feeling I've ever had in my life."

Larchick's future plans will, for at least a while, include wrestling. He plans to compete at the collegiate level, possibly for Kearney State College. However, he h~s yet to deicde anything final.

He has no definite plans for a future career, but he fancies the idea o being a FBI or CIA agent.

"I like excitement," he said.

-Karen Wixson

Dirk Baker, wrctJtllng at 112 pounds , tries to improve his position.

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Larchick reaches No. 1 goal

From t he in st ant he stepped onto th e wr estli ng mat, sen ior Jon Larchick k new exact ly what he wanted-a state champions hip.

1987 Boys Varslty'Swlmmin~ Team (4-10)

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Jody Hansen, Alan · Vasquez, Joe

Sandro Mesquita; Eric Mason, Mike

Jim Larson, David Hunt. Student

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Jason Peterson, · Dusty Cink; Jay

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Girls Swimming {2-7 Duals)

1986-87 Girls Swimming & Diving Team. Front Row (I. to r.): Nicki Bond, Alicia Schmale, Patty Pankratz, Angie Magree, Traci Anania, 81,Ub Dill, Tracey Fisher, Jenny Baus. On The Block•: Kelly Rivers, Amy Dewey, Kim Beebe, Michelle Beck. Laurie McMaster, Beth Gibbons. Back Row: Sharlene Riggert, Karen Stolzer, Suzy Schelby, ·Ase Skjaeveland, Melanie Johnson, Arrr; Jordan, Wendi Baus, Sandy Riha, Stacey Masek, Josh White, Nicole Warner, Angie Bond, Diann Carr, Jo Ellen Neal, Tiffanni Rapp, Assistant Coach Jim Perry, Head Coach Tracy Stauffer. Not Pictured: Diving Coach Richard Hitz.

First-year swimming coach Tracy Stauffer (right) is shown with a pair of top Rockets swimmers, Jody Ha nsen and Jenny Baus.

A Rocket diver bends over backwards during a plunge from the low board.

Former Otter making waves On Rocket swimming team

When Steve Eppens firstbegan swimming, he had no idea what an important role Coach Tracy Stauffer would play in his success as an athlete.

Not only would Stauffer teach Eppens the fundamentals of swimming as a youngster, he would also end ·up guiding him through his senior year of competition with the Northeast swim team.

Eppens started swimming the summer before sixth grade when he joined the Uni-Place team. The Otters' coach was Stauffer, who is now the head coach at Northeast.

Eppens said he owes much of his swimming success to Stauffer. "When I first began swimming, Coach Stauffer was very supportive of me, and he really helped me grow as an athlete," Eppens said.

Steve has been a force for the Rocket swim team over the past few years, as he has enjoyed the success of winning, not only as an individual, but in relay competition, also.

He earned a fourth place finish in the 100m breaststroke at the conference meet, a fifth place at the Millard South Invitational in the same event, and was a part of the 8001M team which finished third at the Ralston Relays. Eppens has also qualified for state competition. With those accomplishments under his belt, Eppens says he

has one more goal to accomplish before the season is finished.

"I would really like to break 1:05 in the breast, then I'd be up in the top twelve in the state," Steve said.

Eppens said the aspect of swimming he enjoys most is the competitiveness. "When you're swimming, it's you versus the clock and the guy next to you. And, if you can't beat the guy next to you, you're gonna try and beat the clock and improve your time," he said.

When the senior tanker isn't working against the clock, he keeps busy with many other activities. Eppens was a member of the Northeast varsity football team, and has won a scholarship to play for Nebraska Wesleyan next fall. He said he is looking forward to the prospect of playing for the Plainsmen, and thinks he will enjoy the challenge that it will give him.

Eppens also enjoys hunting and fishing in his spare time, because as he says, "it gives me a break from the stress of swimming and football."

While at Nebraska Wesleyan, Steve plans to study commercial art and graphic design. He is hopeful this could lead to a position with an advertising firm as a professional artist.

-Karen Wixson

An unidentified Northeast swimmer takes the lead during a meet held at the Ed Johnson gym/pool complex.

Swimmers latch onto the starting pads, waiting for the signal to start the race.

Warming up before a race is Important if a swimmer expects to perform well.

Dave Svehla looks at a pitch outside and low. Svehla finished the season as the Rockets top hitter.

John Varratti takes a quick look toward first base as he sprints from second to third.

Right-hander Dave Svehla is in his wind-up. Svehla was an All-State selection and All-City Honorary Captain.

An unidentified Northeast batter strides Into the pitch.

Mike Ripley rounds third base after hitting a home run.

1987 Varsity Roster

Kevin Kline OF Todd Calfee 2B

T.J. Ochsner P-OF

Mike Ripley OF Shawn Kennett OF Eric Lowe OF Steve Eckman 3B

Bryan Davis P-OF

Dave Svehla P-INF

Mickey Colon C

Jeff Ochsner P-OF

John Varrati SS-P

Louie Sheridan 9

Mike Oehm OF Mike Peterson 1 B

Kenny Henke Mgr.

Coach Bill Fagler

1987 Results

1987 Reserve Roster

1987 Results

Beach trots the bases after hitting a base hit.

Eggerllng attempts to make the play at first from his third base position.

1987 Sophomore Roster

Troy Curry CF

John Brophy SS

Randy Beach 28

Phil Eggerling 38

Jack Williams P-SS

Erin Peterson LF

Matt Francis 1B

Troy Hardesty RF

Cory Nelson P

NormAmett28

Justin Williams LF

Mike Hansen 1B

Matt Honner P-1 B

Craig Arehart SS-C

RobFisherC

John Northouse 3B

Gabe Simons RF

Coach Bob Greco

1987 Results

Apparently, the runner has stolen second base safely, as the throw was too high.

Turning a double play was no problem for the sophomore team, who finished with a 5-6 record.

1987 Girls Track Roster

Amy Attanbergar

Nancy Bonnett

Gayla Callahan

Louisa Carr

Tonette Chalgran

Kimberly Grosshans

Rebecca Hartung

Amy Jordan

Nicola Nelson

Tanya Novak

Rebecca Roesler

Carol Siebe

Michelle Smith

Fawn Swisher

Coach Nancy Bishop

1987 Results

NWU Invitational

LPS Relays

NE57

G I. Invitational

Fremont Invitational

Papillion Inv itational

LPS Championships

Greater Nebraska District State

5th of 5 - 19 25 pts

4th of 4-10 pts.

Beatrice 66

8th of 8-15 pts.

8th of8 - 9 pts

6th of 8 - 29 pts

4th of 4-14 pts.

6th of 6 -13 pts

7th of7 - 16 pts

Did Not Score

Pat Hardesty puts all he has i nto the final leg of the triple jump.

Louise Carr goes over the hurdle on her way to a victory

Junior trackster , Lance Schlosser, attempts to outpace his Fremont opponent.

1987 Boys Track Roster

Todd Adams

Thomas Ahlschwede

David Attenberger

Rodney Bradley

Sean Clark

Michael Dill

Paul Grant

Kreg Green

Patrick Hardesty

Brian Harpham

Leslie Hershner

Nathaniel Johnson

Gerald Kassebaum

James Koch

Thomas Kortus

Nathan Lane

Shane Makovicka

Kevin McReynolds

Troy Plumb

Brian Rank

Bradley Richardson

Lance Schlosser

Christopher White

Kevin Zillig

Nate Johnson flies with the greatest of ease over the high bar. Johnson scored the only point for Northeast at the State Tournament, with a jump of 6'4".

Only a freshman , Amy Attenbergerwas a great help to the Northeast girls track team.

1987 Results

Foreign exchange student Irene Ahren jumps high in the air to return a volley. Jackie Catt, a junior, puts all she has into returning a serve.

Senior tennis player Jenni Mau goes after the ball. Mau and doubles partner Soni Fabry made it to the state tournament.

Soni Fabry concentrates on getting the perfect spin on her return.

Kelly Rivers works on improving the delicate part of her tennis game.

1987 G i rls Tennis Roster

Irena Ahran

Jacquelin Catt

A il een Chick

Stacey Coffman

An ge l a Dietrich

Sonja Fabry

Sandra Fournier

Angela Magrea

Jennifer Mau

Lauria McMaster

Dawn Mertz

Kelly Rivers

Shari Sacks

Karan Stelzer

Jodi Turek

Wendy Vidlak

1987 Results

NE 3 Lincoln East 6

IJE 6 Lincoln High 3

Ralston Invitational 4th of 12-18 pts.

NE 7 Lincoln High 2

NE 7 Beatrice 2

Fremont Invitational 6th of 8 - 19 pts

NE 3 Lincoln East 6

NE 4 Lincoln Southeast 5

LPS Championships · 3rd of 4 - 6 pts.

Greater Nebraska 5th of 6 - 10 pts

State 5th of 23 - 18 pts.

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1987 Results

1987 Soccer Roster

MakAzadi

Brian Beck

Jason Beck

Tony Castillo

Charles Elliott

Jorge Fonseca

Matthew Landis

Clay Maranville

Cory Maul

Cezar Mesquita

Sandro Mesquita

David Mock

Aaron Olsen

Christopher Owen

Todd Parrott

Michael Ramos

Jaffray Slagle

Paul Smith

Benjamin Torell

Jarry Waddel

District medalist Cory Fletcher lines up a putt during a practice round at Mahoney Golf Course.

Jon McCormick follows through after crushing a drive.

G.I.

1987 Results

Junior standout Matt Landis moves through a pair of Omaha St. Joseph defenders.

The action becomes fast and furious at the goal during the Rockets match against Omaha St. Joseph.

A Northeast golfer concentrates on the ball as he prepares to tee off.

CONGRATULATIONS T.C.

We knew you could do it! We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments. We wish you only the best in your future plans.

Love, Mom and Dad

Roses are red, Violets are blue, Good luck Michelle, We're all behind you.

Grandma and Grandpa Krontz

All your Aunts and Uncles And Cousins by the Dozens. Congratulations Matt!

We are so very proud of you. We hope your future holds every happiness.

Love, Mom and Dad

Congratulations!

Bill Duncan #74

We're proud of you, and wish you luck.

Dad and Mom

CONGRATULATIONS MEGAN

A joy in 1969, a source of pride in 1987.

We love you, Mom and Dad

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR "OTHER KIDS"

There are too many of you to name individually, you know who you are. If you have ever been over for popcorn, pizza, pop, McNuggets, pitch, Tripoly , basketball, pinball, movies, or just came by to talk , we want to tell you we've enjoyed every minute of it You guys are terrific and we would like t o congratulate you and wish each of you the best of luck always.

The Coffman's Frank, Marsha, Stacey, and Matt

P.S. PLEASE don't stop dropping by!

You are everything we could have ever hoped for.

We love you. Mom and Dad Shawn, You've done a great job. Keep up the good work. We're very prou d of you.

Congratulations!

Love, Mom, Dad, and Tim

Congratulations Kristi!

Our love and prayers go with you. May the future hold the best of everything for you.

Love, Dad, Mom, Lincoln, and Ryun Dave,

\ "Congratulations."

You're a fine young man and we're very proud of you.

Love ya lots, Mom and Dad

CONGRATULATIONS ERICK

AHHHHHHHHHHH ! A PIECE OF CAKE!

LOVE, MOM AND DAD

Hi Honey ... "noovies" and "hangabers" seem like only yesterday--With fond memories, best wishes, God's blessings and lots of love always.

To you Amy, from Dad, Mom, Alan, Lisa, and Tim

Layne,

The years have flown by, since you started Kindergarten in 1974 and now it is time for graduation We have certainly enjoyed these years with you The memories you have will last a lifetime. Layne, you are a son to be proud of and we are so happy for you

CONGRATULATIONS!

cfc,v-- I~, ll /p~iw of lJ.

CONGRATULATIONS

ANGIE KNOX

We're so proud of you! The future is bright and we know you're going to shine!

Love, Mom, Dad, and Arthur

CONGRATULATIONS JA ON

You've been a wonderful son, and we're very proud of you.

Our love is with you wherever you are. Love Dad and Mom

CONGRATULATIONS CHRIS

We are very proud of you! Good luck in your future plans!

Love, Your family

A.M. Kindergarten-Front Row (I. to r.): Jeff Rigby, Vernon Belknap, Mary Harrington, Shawn Kennett, Jessica Lehman, Cory Jurgens, Rochelle Ruyle, Dave Schulz. Second Row: Lynette Buchanan, Jon McConnick, Jeff Thompson, Mark Graham, Troy Heaton, Troy Michaud, Shane Fristo. Third Row: Doug Hanshew, Kelly Will, Christy White, Larra Atwood, Lisa Sullivan, Steve McMasters, Jon Stineman, Jack Borreson. Top Row: Mrs. Ann Powers, Paige Goiter, Debra Slagle, Shahn Towers, Mark Sanner, Michal! Mead, Brad Kastl, Scott Usher. (Not pictured: cammy Hudson.)

The Parents of the Riley Elementary Kindergarten Class of 1974-75 Congratulate their Graduating Seniors

P.M. Kindergarten-Front Row (I. to r.): Michelle Beck, Stacey Coffman, Todd Mcconkey, Jim Ernst, Brett Schneider, Lori Clevenger, Peter Kusik. Second Row: Rodney James, Tony Adden, Butch Hoyt, Shelly Gilbert, Todd Leber, Traci Hansen, Shari Swoboda, Lonnie Lutton. Third Row: Scott Garner, Dale Bailey, Jeff Chrisswiser, Tony Farkas, Julie Fricke, Bill Rutt, Erick Hill, Tim Brox. Top Row: Mrs. Ann Powers, John Jarvis, Mark Anderson, Tracy Kulm, Christina Witham, Brad Richardson, Mark Zachary, Stacey Wiseman, Stacy Robyler.

CONGRATULATIONS CAROL!

From Kindergarten through 12th, you've made us so proud. Good luck with your future plans.

Love, Mom, Dad, JeanAnn and Robert

Congratulations Jerry

We are so proud of you! You are a super son!

Love, Mom and Dad

CONGRATULATIONS ELIZABETH!

We are very proud of you!

Love, The Gordon family

Dawn Mertz, Reach for the Moon, Dawn. In my book, you're already a star. Best of Luck!

I love you very much, Mom

CONGRATULATIONS, SPENCE!!

Thank you for being a wonderful, caring, loving son and friend! Life holds only the best for you Good luck in the future I'm extremely proud of you!

All my love, MOM

CONGRATULATIONS BARB!

We believe in you an d your dreams. We know you will make a difference in our world because you care so deeply for others. We are proud!

Love, Dad and Jeanne

Congratulations Brenda

May God bless and guide you now and always.

We love you, Dad and Mom

Teresa, We knew you could do it--you make us so proud!

Congratulations and best of luck in whatever career you pursue.

Mom and Dad

Tim,

Goals are dreams and wishes that are not easily reached You have to work hard to obtain them. But keep trying! Do not give up hope And most of all , never stop believing in yourself For within you , there is someone special. someone wonderful and successful. No matter what you achieve , as long as you want it and it makes you happy, you are a success.

CONGRATULATIONS .We are extremely proud of you and your accomplishments Our Love, Mom and Dad, Mike and Daniel

There was a young girl named Michelle, I'm sure you know her quite well, In her senior year, Northeast was her cheer, So her future is sure to go well.

Good luck and best wishes, Michelle! We love you.

Mom, Lloyd, and Dad

Congratulations Wendi,

Happy times and bygone days are never lost...

In truth, they grow more wonderful wnhin the heart that keeps them.

-Kay Andrews

Lots of Love, Mom and Dad

Karen-- "Sweet Pea

From Waffle Stomper

Shoes-blue suede no less,

To "Buttercup" in H.M.S. Pinafore, To Yearbook editor in junior year, To 1987 .We are so proud of you and love ya lots. Mom, Mark, Sue, and Mary Congratulations

Lisa!

Mom, Dad, Dan, Mickey, and Rover

Layne's Friends, CONGRATULATIONS!

What a great time we've had together. T h. games, the overnights, the talks, the fo o eaten, the movies watched, and the dat er Not only memories for you, but wonde rf t ones for us too. Northeast class of '87 i . special and so are each and every one of yo , Don't stop coming by.

Love, Mom and Dad H.

"Spike"-Keep up the good workl

You're a great kid for a "little" brother.

Tom, Jim, Ro n and Meg

Brad,

Yo ur high school years went so qu ick ly. We love you for w ho yo u are , but we ' re really proud of you for the person yo u' ve become and the success you 've enjoyed You hav e many great memories to take w ith you to your new challenges

Congratulations.

"Kevin"

"Dennis"

"Mike"

Former Northeast student Randy Wilson enj oys lunch break while striking a few pins at the Pl aza Bowl.

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Bob Love, Swing In owner, and his son Jeff take a few minutes from their work schedule for a picture.

Amy Dewey

Steve Eppens

Brenda Riha

Dan Vculek

Laurie ·Settles

Jay Bachman

Pam

In Memory Of

November 3, 1921

April 11, 1987

August 11 , 1969

March 27, 1987

January 6, 1928

September 8; 1986

Edward A. Johnson

Susan M. Miller

J. Richard Nagele

Graduation brought tears Of sorrow and happiness

Graduation 1987. It was a night to remember Filled with the tension and anxiety that always accompany such an event, it was definitely a gala affair.

Since 1941, 45 senior classes have graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School. As The Class of 1987 brought that total to 46, it ended not just another school year, but one that in the end was truly deemed A Shade Above the Rest.

It was a year filled with great emotion, as Northeast students rejoiced in their successes and cried over the loss of our beloved friends, classmate Susan Miller, math teacher Richard Nagele, and former head basketball coach and teacher Ed Johnson.

Northeast Principal Harold Dietrich, realizing the seniors were anxious to graduate, brought laughter from the audience as he stated , "My gift to this class will be to move this program along quickly."

Dietrich went on to describe the uniqueness of high school, and said, "Over the years I've noticed that people of different ages feel nostalgic about different things. But, there is one memory they all have in common--their memories of high school."

Kristina Schlecht and Alain-Rene Epp, chosen as class speakers , each had their turn at the podium after Mr. Dietrich's address.

Kristi, in her speech entitled, "Through the Looking Glass," took the audience on a journey into the past and towards the future

She thanked parents, friends, and teachers for their encouragement throughout high school.

"Every senior in this room has his own

special memories of high school ," she commented

But who can forget the huge ovation Alain Epp received after his speech entitled, "Free Thought: Public Enemy #1 "? His sarcastic tone throughout the address seemed to indicate he was blasting "the system" when in fact he was actually praising it.

After citing that $30 million was spent on education alone in 1985-86, he said, "Now I ask the taxpayers of the audience-Was it worth it? Especially when you consider the five toilet seats the Pentagon could have bought with that money. "

He also spoke of the vast amount of information at Northeast. "I wanted simplicity but got complexity ," said Epp

"In conclusion , the joke has been on us We thought we were getting a TimeLife Guide to Riches ' What we were getting was an education into how to be a socially rich individual," he said "Tonight, I very begrudgingly thank the administration and faculty of Lincoln Northeast on behalf of myself and The Class of 1987 I offer this salute to you you have given us so much knowledge, but by doing so, have given us so many responsibilities."

Marian Price, Northeast's representative on the School Board, addressed the seniors at graduation in saying, "I challenge each graduate to continue to set high goals for their lives as they enter the work force or pursue higher education. Strive for the best in whatever you undertake ."

The Class of 1987 had a lot to be proud of as their efforts paid off and they proved to themselves and the community, they were A Shade Above the Rest.

-Tim Brox

Pershing Municipal Auditorium has hosted graduation exercises for many years.

Carla Scheinost knows graduation was a happy steppingstone for her future.

Dave Svehla and Jim Ernst look in disbelief as graduation draws closer

Dirk Baker proudly receives his diploma from School Board member, Marian Price.

Ware, Michael 101

Ware, Randall 101

Ware, Ricky 100

Ware Rodney 71

Warka-N,Shani

Warner, Larry 87, 145, 168

Warner, Nicole 79, 87

Warren, Ronda 71

Waters, Mr. Bruce 44, 107, 165

Wate rs, Lori

Watki ns Bret 71

Weber, Kusuma 32, 70, 118, 119

Weblemoe, Justin

Welch, Cassie 70

Wells, Clarence i 00

Wells, Michelle

Wendelin Dana 160 161

We ndelin, Doug 1oo

We nzl, Brett 70

Wenzl, Curtis 37 87

Wenzl, Michael

Werner, Chris 97, 100, 125

Weskaf'Tl) , Christ oph81' 70

Wesslund , Todd 100, 153, 161

West, Janelle 87

Whisenhunt, Ch anda 71

Whisenhunt, Derek 79, 87

White , Brent 10 1,1 53

Whtte, Christopher 101

White , Joshlyn 101 , 168

White, Kevin 71,154, 167

White, Kirrt>erly 87

Wh ite, Larry 101, 161

Wh ite. Michelle 86

White Patricia 71

White. Tamm y

Whitehurst, Amy 86, 87, 114

Whitson, Christopher

Wh ichman, Carla 101, 149

Wiegert , Mark 71

Wiegert, Timot hy 100

Wie neke, Kristi 100

Wiese, Paul 7 1

Will. Am y 100

Will, Kelly 72, 114

Willemsen, Mr. Hervy 107, 163

Willet, Amy 100, 148, 149

Willia ms Jack 100, 154

Wi lliams , Jenn ifer 100

Williams, Jill 72, 110, 114

Williams, Joan 72, 111, 114, 115,117

Williams, Jonie

Williams.Justi n 101, 161

Williams, Kenneth 86

Williams, Lisa 86

Williams, Michele 72

Williams, Tanya 72

Williams, Tracy 28, 86

Williams, Trist a 101

Williamson, Matthew

Williss, John 101

Wills Sue 72

Wilson, Chellsey 101, 149, 165

Wilson, Debbie 101, 146, 148,149

Wilson, Jennifer 86

Wilson, Michalle 72, 114 , 120,121

Wily, Willy 145

Wimbish, Dawn 100

Windels Kerry 72 118

Winkelman, Becky 100. 149

Winningham , Samantha

Wit11er, Ronald 87, 157, 160, 161

Wixson, Karen 72, 154

Wobig, David 87

WoHe, Brian 100

WoHe, Rebecca 100

Wood, Rooert 36, 72

Wood, William 72

Woolhiser, Jacki 70, 72, 118, 119

Worm, Jennifer 87

Worm. Kari 72

Wrasse, Julie 72

Wrestting 166, 167

Wright, Michael 87

Wurm. James 142

Wylie, Joan 87

Wylie, William 100

It sizzles . .. Yogurt It fizzles Yuppies

Yant, Adeymi 72, 139

York, Richard 100

Young, John 87

Young, Patricia

It sizzles Zack 's It fizzles Zodiacal Signs

Zager, Scott 72

Zillig, Kevin 72 , 154 Zimmerman , David 100

Zimmerman, Michelle 100 121

Zirrmerman, Sarah

Zinniel, Greg 72

Zweerink , Mary 100

ZW081'ink , Michelle