Northeast High 1987 Yearbook

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What makes Northeast unique?

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

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east, 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." · -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 2/ A Shade Abave the Rest

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

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Excellence in music for senior Ryan Biggs comes from a lot of practice and dedication.

Work et hic prevails For the Rockets 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 Shade 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 devastating 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 drive 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 Shade Above t he Res t !'

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Student life is more than clubs and academics in school. It's caring, sharing, and making new friends. Most of all though, student life includes those experiences that you will always remember and cherish.

Most students want to forget about the homework and tests, but not many could ever forget 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 minutes to get to class," said junior Sammie W inningham. Parking is probably something 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 deeMaybe something exciting happened to you 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 accilocker may be a place to meet friends or swap dentally took an open car door off with my car notes. And yet to others, the locker is just a as I tried to miss a car coming straight at me. I place to stash their books, jackets and trash. was late getting home," Donna said.

Another thing 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 the 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 student and 3:15, friends and teachers are always life. And it was student life that perhaps made there for them. There is always someone to this year .................................................... . share your teelings 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.

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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.

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1/(/ ,McReynol~s said; "I think the new track is It's peachy! We've & great. It's 1ust peachy! We've ·needed one for a ~ i••' , ,, tong time.'' ,~1 ·.:· . · However, one ·of the changes was met by needed it far a long ;\~?·- · sotne fierce apposition-the hall monitor time ... - Senior ~·~,:~er. ,' For many years. LNHS students had two hall monitors. But in the late 70's, they were Kevin McReynolds

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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.

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A pep club was formed at Northeast when the school first opened its doors in 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 rallies 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.

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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.

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Senior Brenda Riha gets into the spirit of the moment.

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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.

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-Mister Rogers ' Hello neighbor! Welcome to our neighbor- < It was these people that first became such hood. The word for today is •.. fri_ endship. Can good. frien ds. After a football game, it was off you say friendship, boys and girls? · to the nearest Dairy .Queen .or Valentino's for Gee, if only Mister Rogers could walk · a bjte to eat. Being in a friendly atmosphere through the halls of Northeast, he would see · made it easier to .make friends. "Those were what true friendships are really about. Senior the times that I will cherish for the res~ of my Linda Tejral thought "friendship is when you tife. ,Just beir,g crazy," said senior Lara can be yourself and don't have to worry about Mastef's. what others are going to think."

Then came the Northeast neighborhood.

Have you ever noticed that friend$hips Everyone knew exactly what they were looking change as students grow older? Back when for in a friendship. Guys and gals found that Northeast students used to watch Mister special someone they could go out with, care Rogers, it was difficult to understand what it for, and love. School activities always seemed meant to have a true friend. There was exper- to bring friends together. It made no differimentation with different people at school, and ence whether it was a dance or a tough basit didn't matter what others said. Playmates ketball game, a friend was most likely there. were people who were played with during noon Our friends learned that if they would be there recess, and not seen again until the next day. for us, we'd be there for them.

"Friends-in elementary school were not people Once graduation is over, many will find that you could rely on. They were just entertainfriends go off in different directions. At this ment," said junior Heather Knudson.

As maturity became a big step in junior high point most will attempt to take another big school, most people realized that friends were step. They will go out, meet new friends, and more than just playmates, but people that start their lives over again, just as they did could be depended upon. In the junior high after watching !'Mister Rogers' Neighboryears, students became much closer to each hood." other. People started looking each other over and formed their own little cliques.

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elle ITBradley and M egan Lovell a stronger f riendship by t aking for clothes.

Being from different schools doesn't affect . the friendship between s~nior Kevin McReynolds and East High s~udent ~ary Johansen.

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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.

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 owered Christmas tree lights.

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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 contrasted 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 fashion trend that caught on quickly.

While several students have started t heir own fashion trend, others have chosen to follow the cue of the individual. Senior Steve Eppens felt that suspenders were a prime example of this idea. "If one person wears suspenders, the next week, everyone has them," Eppens said. Owens said that many of the fashions seen ·at Northeast were started by "movies and television, because you'll see something you like and say: 'Hey, I like that!'"

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

- Gail Schmidt and Tim Brox

Senior John Davis displays a fashion unlike any before had witnessed in the halls of Northeast.

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

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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.

Homecoming Royalty go hand in hand as they realize Northeast is truly

Horne Sweet Home Everything about this year's Homecoming yard pass from quarterback Dave Svehla to festivities proved to be " A Shade Abo'(e the none other than Homecoming Host, Mike Rest." From the spirit-filled pep rally to the Peterson. victorious battle over East High, it was appar"I went to East Junior High, so it was a great ent that the Homecoming tradition was alive feeling to score a touchdown against my old and well in 1986. buddies. Right after I made the touchdown, I little girls always dream of becoming forgot about the extra point, so I started to Homecoming royalty and being on the arm of a head for the locker rooms. I was so embarfootball hero. That dream came true for this rassed!" year's Homecoming Hostess, Carol Larsen.

First Attendants for the Homecoming fesHer first reaction to this dream come true tivities were Clint Hauptmeier and Megan was one of great emotion.

Lovell. Brad Richardson and Michelle Bradley "I was shocked that I was chosen! I just kind were selected as the Second Attendants. of sat there and thought, 'Could this be hapBreaking from Northeast tradition, the pening?' I stood up, started walking towards Homecoming dance was held immediately the platform with Mike, and started crying." after the football game. However, many stuAlthough little boys probably don't dream dents were displeased with this decision, as it about being Homecoming royalty, they do made it quite difficult for the football players dream of someday becoming a football star. lt to even make it to the dance.

"It was fun to have the dance after the seemed fitting that the winning touchdown during the football game occurred on a 50- game, but it was much too short," Larsen said. First attendants Megan Lovell and Clint Hauptmeier.

Homecoming host Mike Peterson and hostess Carol Larsen.

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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.

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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.

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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 stu 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 e.lse would ing up a carload of people, and hitting the strip, drop their 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 continues to be a popular hang-out _have a different poi_n t 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, b_u t 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.o r 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.

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

In preparation for "John Turner Davis," Northeast guidance counselor, Maryann Spahni puts the finishing touches on her makeup.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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 Reignful Day This year's May Day program was the 46th annual 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 ild 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.

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.

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 contin 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. Previous 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."

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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 standing 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 social 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 five 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

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 college."

Although he trys to add interest by inviting various speakers into his Psych class, he doesn't like to bring 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.

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

-Bill Story, Psychology teacher 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

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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.

Junior Tom Ahlschwede ponders his thoughts In Mr. Story's Psychology class.

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

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

English classes abstract

Nance attempts to prepare Students for Lincoln, world Jil( 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 first 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 teaching 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 University 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

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

-Jill Nance, English teacher 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.

-Karen Wixson

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

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Crissy Troutner looks mischeiviously at Scott Smith and Robbie Buchanan.

Dorothy Groothuls takes time out before finishing her story.

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

Paul Souders shares his ideas with classmate Nathan Lane.

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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 Williams, and Leah Boston look for wallpaper to design their house.

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Paula Behrens and Carol Siebe help Jeff Gilllis color code his room .

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

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 habits 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

"My parents felt better about giving me an education in life skills.

I use it every day."

-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

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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 Business Law instructor at the Lincoln School of Commerce and is currently teaching a Graduate Requ irement Entrance Exam course at UNL. In addition , 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

"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 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

number of field 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 real world." Students also have business advisors and are able to work on computers.

Kaser believes 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."

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Greg Hall gets a closer look, thanks to the microscope.

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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.

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"I love science, science loves me"

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

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

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

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 chemistry 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."

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

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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.

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

-Shirley Rine, Spanish teacher 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

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 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

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

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Student show off their creations in German 1-2.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Students show varying abilities

Freese warms to challenge Presented by industrial arts You might say Bob Freese has constructed himself a very enjoyable job at Northeast High School.

Freese can relate to constructing. He has spent the past three years as Northeast's woods/construction teacher in the industrial arts department. "I've always enjoyed working with young people, and work ing with my hands," Freese said. "When you 're build ing something, you have a chance to be more physically active. "

"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

Being active is what Freese enjoys most about working with wood , and construction.

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

Freese graduated from Fairview High School in Cleveland, Ohio. He then attended the University 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 different ability levels.

"I try to have each student work up tG the ir full capacity leve l, " Freese said . "At Northeast, we have a mix of students. 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. (Vocational 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."

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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

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

-Sharon Cech, art teacher 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.

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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."

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

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

Gerry Nobbman focuses on his charcoal drawing.

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.

Gene Gray works Intently as he starts his clay sculpture.

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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.

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Trying to get his point across, math instructor Bill Rogge goes to the chalkboard.

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.

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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

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

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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.

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

P.E. classes popular at LNHS

Genrich: Physical activity Reduces stress for Life 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 athletic instructor instead of a mathematics teacher, Genrich seems to enjoys her job. She says, "Athletics gives stu- "Athletics gives students a chance get rid of daily frustration. It dents a chance to get tohelps them learn to live a healthier rid of daily frustration. life--both mentally and physically," said Genrich. She also maintains It helps them learn to that it relieves stress and can be live a healthier life-- con-tinued long after high school. also enjoy the chance both mentally and to Students have a break from the daily physically." routine of school. Genrich's Life Sports class offers students this -Sandi Genrich, chance.

P.E. teacher As senior Jim Wurm put it, "Life Sports has more variety than other Sandi Genrich, one of the Life P.E. classes. I really like the days Sports instructors, said, "The other that we get to go out to do activites sports we play depend on what at other places." quarter it is. There are certain Bill Duncan , also a senior, spo rts we play each quarter, such agrees with Wurm. "Life Sports is a as football first quarter, and racket good learning experience. It's a sports third quarter." break from all the other 'hard Genrich said she always wanted classes.' you get to go out and to be a teacher. "I used to play in leave campus and it's fun. When my garage when I was little." She you leave school, it gives you a said she became interested in sense of being a rebel." sports in 9th grade through city Duncan also discovered, by way recreation programs. of his Life Sports class, a flair for "I like physical activitiy. When I golf, and plans to continue with it was in school, there was not girls after graduation. ath -letics. I've always liked working -Chris Tipton

Life Sports is a physical education 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 facilities where they can work on improving their skills. Some of the activites include: bowling at Hollywood 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.

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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.

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.

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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 and either wrote a paper or Economics and Citizenship Iss- made a videotape on how their ues at Northeast for two years. views had changed.

Perry says that he began Perry tries to vary the two teaching economics because, "I activities his classes are applied for a teaching job in involved in. "The poverty unit Omaha and they asked me if I gives students a chance to see would like to teach economics. I someone elses perspective on knew that if I said yes, I would an issue," he commented. get the job, but if I said no I Another activity that is a wouldn't. So I said yes." favorite among economics Perry. majored in economics students is the "Cookie Experiin college and ·said that it is ment". fascinating at a higher level.

As Junior Dan Lesoing said, "The college professors really "Mr. Perry is a great teacher, made me think, and I liked he's really funny. I really like it that," he said.

Perry also when we do stuff like the cookie enjoys economics because, he experiment and when we work said, "Economics affects our on the computers." lives a lot. It can be taught so that students get a lot out of it.

"Economics affects Economics is so relevant to our lives a lot. It can society and to ourselves."

Although Perry says that be taught so that stuEconomics is one of the harder subjects to understand in the dents get a lot out of it.

Social Studies Department, he Economics is so relestill says, "I think it's kind of fun to figure out how it all vant to society and to works." ourselves."

Perry's economics classes -Jim Perry, economics are involved in many different activities during the course of teacher the semester. Perry says that when students have time off for Senior Kelly Will agreed. vacation, he likes to think of "Mr. Perry does a good job of new activities for them to telling you what's going on and participate in. how it works," she said. "He He also gets ideas for does a lot of · great things like projects from student eval- the cookie experiment to uations of his class and his generate enthusiasm and put teaching, and from other teach- things in a practical setting ." ers. Some of these activities Lesoing said of Perry's are: The Stock Market Game, class, "You learn a lot, he's a Mock Court cases, sessions in good teacher. He teaches you the · MERGER lab, and role what you have to know and not playing. a lot of gibberish."

This year, some of Perry's Will's opinion is, "Mr. Perry economics students also partici- is one of the best teachers here pated in a poverty unit. The stu- and he's the only one that has dents took an awareness test to the total idea that teachers are see how they viewed poverty. here for the students, not the Then they interviewed someone other way around, and he puts with a different perspective it into practice."

-Chris Tipton

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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.

With all these groups, Nichols finds it hard to have enough time to do the things needed for each group.

"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 Musical or a big concert are over

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

-Duane Nichols, vocal music teacher 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.

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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 advisor. 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 writing 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 Journalism 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-

" .. .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 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,

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 their 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."

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.

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Jennifer Borman Tracey Borreson Leah Boston Anthony Boward Stephen Bozak Michelle Bradley Terence Bradshaw David Brannin Carin Bringelson

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Treasurer 11; ''Bye, Bye, Birdie"; "No, No, Baumann, Lori L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Nanette."

Butts, Brenda L.: 5 semesters Honor Prill; National Honor Society; Horizons 11, 12; National Honor Society; Nebraska Scho Brox, Timothy J.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Vocal Music Letter 11 : Pep Club 10; Who's Institute; Cbrnhusker Girls' State represe Who Among American High School Students. National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11; Cornhusker Boys ' State representative; tive; International Club 10, 11, 12; Va ROCKET Editor 12, staff member 11; Elk's Cheerleader 12; N-Club 12; Spotlight 10, Baus, Wendi L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Club Youth Day Award for Publications 11; NNational Honor Society; Nebraska Scholar s' Club 11; Sophomore Baseball 10; Who's Who Carlson, Linda S.: Varsity Cheerleader 12; Institute; NCTE Writing Contest finalist; Among American High School Students.

Sophomore Girls' Basketball 1 O; Girls' Tr-1ck ~ Debate 10; Star Strutter 11, 12; Pep Club 10; 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Track letter 10, 11 .

1 N-Club Treasurer 12, member 11 ; Girls' Bui, Elizabeth T.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Swimming 10, 11, 12; Varsity Girls' Swimming Nationa Honor Society;·FBLA 12; International Christle, Michael S.: Marching Band 10, Letter 10, 11, 12; May Day nominee 11 : Club 12; N-Club 11 ; Girls' Gymnastics 10, 11 ; 11 . 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band -11, Homecoming nominee 12.

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_ ____.,., SEN I ORSI-----_ __.., 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, but 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."

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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 school 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.

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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.

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Sophomore Girls' Basketball 10; Who's Who · Among American High School Students.

Duke~, Janelle L.: 1 semester Honor Roll; · Marching Band 10, 11, 12; Orchestra 12; Concert Band 1 O; Symphonic Band 11, 12; Davis, Brian S.: 4 semesters Honor . Roll; Band Letter 12; Speech 10, 11; Student National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, Council 11 , 12; "Done to Death" crew; "Rhi11, 12; Stage Band 12; Concert Band 1 0, 11 ; no~eros" stage manager; Who's W _ho Among Symphonic Band 10, 11; Concert Choir 12; American High School Students.

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.

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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.

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 10, 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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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.

Frazer, Jacqueline A.: 4 semesters Honor Grigsby, Jayson A.: 2 semesters Hon ;r Roll; National Honor Society; Marching Band Roll; FBLA 12; Northeastern staff 11, 1 1; 10; Concert Band 1 0; FBLA 10, 12; N-Club International Club 12; Math Club 12.

1 2; Reserve Volleyball 1 0, 11 ; Varsity Volleyball 12; Varsity Volleyball Letter 12; Girls' Gross, Pam~la R.: 3 semesters Honor R<II; Tennis 11; Who's Who Among American High Marching Band 10; Concert Band 10; Varsi ,y Volleyball 11, 12; Reserve -Volleyball 10; V•·.,,_ Fabry, Sonja S.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; School Students. sity Volleyball Letter 11, 12; Reserve Bask£: t National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11 ; Fritter, Shanna L~: 4 semesters Honor Roll. ball 1 0; Society of Distinguished High Sehr JI N-Club 11, 12; Girls' Tennis 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Tennis Letter 10, 11; Varsity Basketball Garner, Mark R.: Varsity Football 12; Students 10, 11, 12.

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Groothuis, Karri L.: Marching Band 10, 1 1, 12; Symphonic Band 10, 11, 12; Band St•·ff Flagel, Rachelle A.: Marching Band 10, 11, Gilroy, Tracy J.: N-Club 10, 11, 12; · Star 12; Band Letter 12; Concert Choir 11, 1 ~; 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band 11, 12; Strutter Captain 12, member 11; Girls' Gym- "Bye, Bye, Birdie."

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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 the 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.

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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

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Knoblach·, Julie A.: At Apollo High School, Football 1 0; Varsity Football Letter 12; Boys' Track 10, 11; Varsity Boys' Track Letter 11; Hudson, Cabrina C.: Varsity Cheerleader St. Cloud, Minne~ota: Girls' Fastpitch Softball Who's Who Among American High School 1 2; Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Pep Club 1 □; N- 9, 10, 11 ; Varsity Girls' Softball Letter 9, 1 0, Club 12; FBLA 12.

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Football 11 ; Sophomore Football 1 0 ; Varsity Lind, Kathleen M.: 3 semesters Honor Roll; Football Letter 12.

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

Mattingly, Dana G.: 2 semesters Ho1 Jr Roll; Marching Band 10; Concert Band •. O; Varsity Cheerleader 12; N-Club 11, 12; Gi· Is' Swimming 10; Varsity Girls' Swimming Let ·,er 10.

Mau, Jennifer L.: 5 semesters Honor F JII; National Honor Society; N-Club 11, 12; . Irsity Volleyball 1 0, 11 , 1 2; Varsity Volley: all Letter 10, 11, 12; First Team All-City 11 , i 2; Second Team All-City 10; Second Team . ,11State 11, 12; Third Team Super State 11 , 2; Girls' Tennis 10, 11; Varsity Girls' Tennis L-itter 1 0, 11 ; Varsity Basketball 1 0, 11, 2; Varsity Basketball Letter 10, 11, 12; W h1's Who Among .American High School StuderJ:s.

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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 that 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."

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

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SENIORS 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 routine at a morning pep rally.

Senior Joe Sis finds timeduring the lunch hour to cool down and catch some rays.

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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

McCormick, Jon D.: Varsity Football 12; Mertz, Dawn L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Murphy, Patricia S.: 4 semesters Honor · Reserve Football 11; Sophomore Football 1O; .,Concert Choir 11, 12; Meistersingers 11, 12; Roll; National Honor Society; Orchestra 10, Varsity Football Letter 12; Sophomore Bas- "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; Vocal Music Letter 11, 12; 11 , 12; Orchestra Letter 12; FBLA 11, 12; ketball 10; Boys' Golf 10, 11; Varsity Boys' Star Strutter 11, 12; N-Club 12; Sophomore Pep Club 10; Spotlight 10, 12; "No, No, Golf Letter 11.

Volleyball 10; Sophomore Basketball 1 0; Nanette"; "Bye, Bye, Birdie."

Who's Who Among American High School McDiffett, Patricia J.: Concert Choir 11; Students.

Triple Trio 11, 12; Vocal Music Letter 11; 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 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 School Students.

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McAeynolds, Kevin S.: 5 semesters Honor 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; Nutzman, Amie: Sophomore Volleyball 10; 10; Symphonic Band 11, 12; Stage Band Let- Swing Choir 11, 12; Chambersingers 11; "Bye, Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Star Strutter 12. ter 12; Band Letter 10, 11, 12; Band Staff; Bye, Birdie"; Concert Choir 12; Vocal Music AH-American Mc□onalds 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; Osburn, Matthew D.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; FBLA 12; Math Club 10,.11, 12.

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Rathe, Vicki L.: 1 semester Honor Roll; Var- Ridpath, Patrick F.: 5 semesters H ma sity Volleyball 11; Reserve Volleyball 10; Var- Roll; National Honor Society; Northeaf ~e~ sity Volleyball Letter 11 ; Varsity Basketball staff 10; N-Club 11, 12; Reserve Footbai. 10 10, 11, 12; Varsity Basketball Letter 10, 11, Varsity Football 11, 12; Varsity Football Let· 12. ter 11, 12; All-City Football Team 12; Ref .3rV! Basketball 11; Boys' Track 11; Vs ·sitt Palik, Teresa L.: Marching Band 10; Sym- Ravins, Denise M.: 4 semesters Honor Roll. Boys' Track Letter 11; May Day nomine;: 11 phonic Band 10; Star Strutter 11, 12.

Who's Who Among American High St.hoo Richardson, Bradley. J.: 2 semesters Students.

Perkins, Lance E.: Varsity Football 12; Honor Roll; Cornhusker Boys' State representReserve Football 11 ; Varsity Football Letter ative; Concert Choir 11. 12; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; 12.

N-Club 11., 12; Varsity Boys' Basketball 10, 11. 12; Varsity Boys' Basketball Letter 10, Ripley, Mike A.: Varsity Basketball 11. 12 11, 12; First Team All-City Center 11; All-Con- Reserve Basketball 10; Varsity Baskt-t b Peterson, Theresa L.: Marching Band 10, ference Center, Greater Nebraska Confer- Letter 12; Reserve Baseball 1 0, 11 .

11; Orchestra 11. 12; Concert Band 10, 11, ence 11; All-Tournament Team, Nebraska 12; Band Letter 12; All-State Music; FBLA State Basketball Tournament 11 ; Second 10; Northeastern 11. 12; Girls' Track 10; Team Super-State 11; All-Class 11; Nebraska Robinson, Spencer J.: N-Club 12: Va---si.

Who's Who Among American High School Basketball Development Association Team, Football Manager Letter 12; Reserve Foe. tbi Students.

Las Vegas; Boys' Track 10, 11; Varsity Boys' Manager 11 : Reserve Baseball 11 ;_Sepho Track Letter 10, 11; May Day Royalty 10; more Baseball 10; Senior Achieve rnerr Pollema, Valerie A.: 4 semesters Honor Turnabout Royalty 10, 11 ; Homecoming Athletic Award: Black Student Acth: itie Second Attendant 12.

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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 guitar in the Jazz Ensemble. He is also a member of the Northeast Chamber Singers, the Orchestra, and the Symphonic Band. Shafer also takes a music 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 while 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

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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. Other 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 understand it," he commented.

High school brought great things for Steve, as he became actively 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."

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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

Aociber, Kelli A.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Sailors, Anissa L.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; tive 10; Band Letter 10, 11; Holding MemoNational Honor Society; Academic Letter 1 f;. National Honor Society; Marching Band 10, ries staff 11; Varsity Volleyball Manager LetTriple Trio 11, 12; Chambersingers 12; Vocal 11 , 12; Concert Band 10; Symphonic Band 11, ter 10, 11.

Music Letter 12; Student Council 10; Math 12; Band Letter 12; FBLA 12.

Scott, Leonard L.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Club 12; N-Club 12; Lincoln Consumer Credit National Honor Society; FBLA President 12; Association Essay Winner.

Sayer, Melissa E.: 5 semesters Honor Roi,; ;,¾ member ·11.

National Honor Society; Marching Band 1 q, 11, 12; Concert Band 10, 11; Symphonic Ban<d Sheridan, Louie: Cornhusker Boys' State Roesler, geeky S.: Concert Choir 12; Triple 12; Band Staff 12; Band Letter 12; Who's representative; Concert Choir 11 ; MeisterTrio 12; Horizons 11, 12; Vocal Music Letter Who Among American High School Students; singers 11, 12; Chambersingers 11; Vocal 12; N-Club 12; Varsity Volleyball 12; Reserve Society of Distinguished High School Student? Music Letter 11; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; N-Club Volleyball 1 O, 11 ; Varsity Volleyb~II Letter 12; 10, 11 , 12.

11, 12; Varsity Basketball 11, 12; Reserve Girls' Track 10, 11, 12; Varsity Basketball 12; Basketball 10; Varsity Baskeball Letter 11, Reserve Basketball 11 ; Sophomore Basket- Schlecht, Kristina A.: 5 semesters Honor 12; Varsity Baseball 11 ; Reserve Baseball 1 0; Roll; National Honor Society; Academic Letter Varsity Baseball Letter 11. ball.

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Shields, Steven A.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; Concert Choir 11 ; Chambersingers 12; "Bye, Ross, Kristen K.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Star Strutter 11, 12; Schmidt, Gail D.: 5 semesters Honor Roll: Bye, Birdie"; Speech 11, 12; "Anastasia"; ~-Club 11, 12; Girls' Gymnastics 10, 11; Var- ROCKET staff 12; At Holdingford High School. "Rhinoceros"; "Fools"; "Cat Among the srty Girls' Gymnastics · Letter 10, 11; Who's Holdingford, Minnesota: Marching Band 1 0, Pigeons"; "The Happy Journey to Trenton and Who Among American High School Students. 11; Concert B~nd 10, 11; Band representa- Camden."

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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' Basketball Letter 11, 1 2; Who's Who Among Sis, Joseph C.: 2 semesters Honor Roll; American High School Students.

Cross Country 12; Cross Country Letter 12; Sophomore Basketball 1 0; ·Sophomore Baseball 10; Varsity Basketball Manager Letter Sullivan, Lisa L.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; 11; 1986 Fall Sports Sertoma Club Award for National Honor Society; National Merit ScholCross Country. arship 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; Svehla, David P.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Math Club 10, 11, 12; FBLA 12.

ball; Academic All-State Football Team ~2; 1986 Fall Sports Sertoma Award for Foo' 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 Bas ball Team 11; American Legion Nebraska All-: 1t ar Baseball Team 11; May Day nominee 11; Homecoming nominee 12; Who's Who Ar ong American High School Students.

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Spencer, Lorrie E.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Cornhusker Boys' State representative; NNational Honor Society; Who's Who Among Club President 12, member 10, 11 ; Concert Choir 11, 12; "Bye, Bye, Birdie"; Varsity FootAmerican High School Students. ball 10, 11, 12; Varsity Football Letter 10, 11, Swisher, Shawn M.: N-Club 10, 11 . 12; Smith, Diane K.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; 12; All-City Football Tearn 11 , 12; Honorable Varsity Football 11, 12; Reserve Footbali 10; National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11 ; Mention All-State Football Tearn 11 ; All-Con- Varsity Football Letter 11, 1 2; Wrestling 10, Marching Band 10, 11 ; Concert Band 10; ference Quaterback 12; First Team All-State 11, 12; Varsity Wrestling Letter 10, 11, 12; Symphonic Band 11; N-Club 10, 11, 12; Girls' Football 12; Second Team Super-State Foot- Boys' Track 10, 11.

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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

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

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

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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 time 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.

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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 them• selves the 'Bruins' and made many app&ar• ances at the District and State Tournaments.

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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 Trouba, Carla J.: 4 semesters Honor Roll; White, Kevin L.: Wrestling 10; 11, 12; VarRoll; National Honor Society; Marching Barid National Honor Society; Horizons 11, 12; Pep sity Wrestling 11, 12; Sophomore Baseball 1□, 11 ; Concert Band 1 0; Symphonic Band 11 ; Club 10, 11 ; Northeastern staff 12; Who's 10.

Sophomore Volleyball 1 O; Varsity Volleyball Who Among American High School Students.

Manager Letter 11 ; Varsity Basketball 12; Wiese, Paul R.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Reserve Basketball 11 ; Sophomore Basketball Vasquez, Allen L.: Boys' Swimming 1 0, 11 , National Honor Society; Academic Letter 11; 1□; Varsity Basketball Letter 12; Who's Who 12; Varsity Boys' Swimming Letter 11, 12.

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Students. · Vokolek, D.J.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Thompson, Jeffrey M.: 2 semesters Honor National Honor Society; Varsity Football 11, Roll; Varsity Football 12; Reserve Football 11 ; 12; Sophomore Football 1 0; Varsity Football Will, Kelly B.: 5 semesters Honor Roll; Sophomore Football 1 0; Varsity Football Let- Letter 11, 12; Varsity Basketball 12; Reserve National Honor Society; Concert Choir 11, 12; ter 12; Reserve Baseball 11 ; Sophomore Base- Basketball 10; Varsity Basketball Letter 12; Chambersingers 12; Vocal Music Letter 11; ball 10.

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

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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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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.

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

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John Adams Wixson, Karen E.: 1 semester Honor Roll; John Bassett Marching Band 12; Concert Choir 12; Vocal Music Letter 11 ; FFA 12; ROCKET Editor 11, Matthew Buell staff member 10, 12; N-club 12; Cross Coun- Jeffrey Buller try student manager 12.

Eric Cain Stacy Cockrill Woolhiser, Jacki A.: 2 semesters Honor Scott Cole Roll; National Honor Society; Marching Band 1 0, 11 , 12; Concert Band 1 0; Symphonic Band Jay Dinges 11, 12; Band Letter 12; Varsity Cheerleader Ken Donahoo 12; Reserve Cheerleader 11 ; Pep Club 11; N- Edward Duntz Club 12; Sophomore Girls' Basketball 10; Kimberly Durst Who's Who Among American High School Jennifer Gillette Students.

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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

AngelaRogs John R; tt DanielSi s GenaSimo1s Tim S rt Dominic Sumn .cr Shawn Swish !r Joseph Thom, s Kristine Thoms\ n Steven Tinglry Scott Tomjar k · Stephanie Wacht .ir JamesWur .

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JUNIORS 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, understandable 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."

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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

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.

"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

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Bradley Domingo Andy Donovan Lucinda Downs Dean Drake Joan Drake John Durst

Candy Dyer Jay Eastep Gerald Eberhardt John Egger David Ehlers Garrett Eiland

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---------11 JUNIORSlt------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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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-------1 JUNIORSIt------.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

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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

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Fryrear has played tennis Babe Ruth Baseball League.

Fryrear has been playing the both his sophomore and junior horn since the fifth year. Practice for this sport trench was every day after school for · grade. They wanted him to play a stringed instrument, but he about two hours. Fryrear feels instead decided to play "a much he's accomplished a lot through demanding instrument." tennis. "It's made me be more more Band helps Fryrear prepare for self-reliant. Tennis is a one on one game, you can't blame the future by "having to work something and knowing others for your mistakes." for not going to get Fryrear has also played golf you're recognized as an individual. You both his sophomore and juniors years. He doesn't know why he still work for the group as a whole, for the group's benefit," got into golf, because he had he commented. always played basketball. He Fryrear is a sports writer on just decided to stick with it Northeastern staff.

He once he got started. Fryrear the enjoys writing and had wanted comments that "golf is too to be on the news staff in junior maddening. If you mess up on high but found he didn't have one hole it's all over." Golf enough time. Fryrear believes practice is everyday after in getting his sports stories in school from 2:30 to sundown. by the deadline and he'll spend - "It takes a huge amount of as much time as necessary time," says Fryrear.

"It's getting them done.

Fryrear really tough to get all you_r thinks newspaper prepares a school work done sometimes." person to get things done on His most embarrassing motime for the real world. ment was in tennis his Fryrear plans to do sophomore year. "I was playsomething in communications as ing doubles and my partner hit a a career and he feels journalism deep volley. I went to the net is a good background for this and got hit in the forehead." type of work.

-carla 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.

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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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What has been your most embarrassing moment at Northeast?

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

-MakAzadi

"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!"

Junior jazz sax man, Eric Mason, concentrates on making the tunes flow from his instrument.

-Penny Martaus

"Walking head first into a pole out front."

-Mike Ersch

Car damage was a common sight around the campus, causing many students to dig into their pockets, or savings accounts, for spare change.

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_ _ __...IJUNIORSl-----------t-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!

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Seng looks forward to debate team. However, ·for Phil in debate · and Seng, debate is where it's at. continuing Debate Camp in Though he says that the Ag attneding Policy is the overall topic, "We Kansas for two weeks during pretty much have free reign to the summer where he says, discuss anything we want as . "We get a lot of encouragement long as it has something to do from the instructors." with the Ag Policy. Sometimes In the future, Seng hops to we might discuss political attend Nebraska Wesleyan issues, socialism, free market, University, ("Unless some libertarianism, or free society. other college offers me a great It's pretty interesting." .

Scholarship,") where he says will probably major in As a sophomore with a free he seventh period, Seng was science.

Seng believes that debate encouraged to join the class by Robby Shortridge, who later helps him because, as he says, became his partner. Though he "It increases your knowledge of had to figure out all of the the world. You get to know things that had already been more than just Lincoln because taught to the class, Seng says, when you think about it, Lincoln "It was pretty easy to pick up is kind of dull compared to happening in West .on debate. Most people think it what's is some really tough, intellecual Germany or Africa." He adds that, "Debate has a lot of great event, but it isn't."

It takes away Seng looks back on his two qualities. years in debate and recalls nervou?ness at public speaking placing 5th in the Junior events and you get to meet a lot Varsity Division at Des Moines, of people from all over the and says his favorite memories States. Debate also enables you include, "Last year when Robby to make choices. You can plan Lane Ludwig and I won 1st place in the J.V. ahead and have an idea what Shane Ludwig Division in the Nebraska State effects your choices will have.

Amy Lutz • Comunication Association at I would encourage everyone to Daniel Moeller UNL." Other highlights join debate."

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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

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-------..1 JUNIORS I.,_________ 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."

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

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

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

"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

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Stacie Carver Shannon Cass Jennifer Cerny Kenny Chloupek Joel Christiansen Joe Christle

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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 election 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.

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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.

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Third floor, better known ns 'Sophomore Territory,' is flood~'<i between classes.

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

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

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Jay Johnson Jeff Jones Jim Jones Lori Jones Janelle Jurgens Dana Kadavy

Gary Kassebaum Angie Kaufman Kerry Kemper Bobby Kirk Jean Knoblach Christine Koester

Math classes require the undivided attention of students.

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French class flip lands Souders in debate arena "Parlez-vous Francais?" And Paul Souders would definitely answer no! At the beginning of the year, Souders was enrolled in French but decided 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

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."

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

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SOPHS 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.

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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.

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

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

Figures play key role In math-music combo Chris 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."

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

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

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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

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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.

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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 helps 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

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"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 pizza, 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 raised 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 said. 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 swings, 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 thinking," 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 (Turn to Moore, Page 104)

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-

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.

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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.

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fromP.102 Connie Fryrear Media Center Mary Jean Gast Home Economics

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 Paula Hanneman of schedule. "They have a hard time Attendance separating the teacher from the Caroline Hug course," he commented.

Business 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 Bob James years,' she says. But when you've Science seen 12,000 students come through Constance Kingston this place, it's intriguing to find Resource 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 Jim Koudelka Field, keeps time for the Nebraska Vocal Music Accompanist Jerry Kroeger basketball team and the Boy's State Athletic Director 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 Bruce Kucera charge of the microwave and the Administrative Assistant Janet LaFollette conventional stove," Moore Paraprofessional/Music 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.

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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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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.

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Grads 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 with 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 said.

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."

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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.

P.E. and Driver's Education teacher, Leroy Seng, said 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 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 Brox

Phil Pfeiffer English Ken Plith fndustria/ Education Karen Poore Home Economics

Bruce Raymer OSLProgram Shirley Rine Foreign Language Naomi Robison Secretary

Bill Rogge Math Barb Sands

Art Leroy Seng Physical Education

Leona Scheffert Office Assistant Lynn Schoening Industrial Education Anita Schroeder Foreign Language

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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.

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

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

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

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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

Triple Trio demonstrate their vocal music talents at various outings.

1986-87 Triple Trio Sponsor: Duane Nichols Highlights ...

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

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

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 Marcus Neal Joan Williams 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

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.

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.

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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 musical talents?

The Northeast Chamber Singers, of course!

Highlighting the year for the group was their trip 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 the Jazz Band. The groups also performed at 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 people."

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.

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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. From Top (I. tor.): Dawn Mertz and Tim Snyder, Diane Frohn and Todd Adams , Becky Jeppson and Darri n Miller, Krishelle Steele and Mark Rockemann , Kathy linds and Alan Hald, Shari Swoboda and Dennis Siefker, Carrie Curtis and Louie Sheridan.

1986-87 Meister Singers Sponsor: Duane Nichols Highlights...

Old English Madrigal Dinner, Holiday Concert in Grand Island, District Music Contest, All-City Small Ensemble Contest

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

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.

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.

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

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Northeast Concert Choir performs "Oklahoma", sings throughout year mance. They were absolutely su"Sing, sing a song. Sing out loud.

Sing out strong . Don't worry that perior," commented Northeast Choir it's not good enough for anyone director, Duane Nichols.

The Choir consisted of 72 memelse to hear. Just sing, sing along."

The Northeast Concert Choir bers, making it the largest vocal gave five performances, including music group at LNHS. They sing one on Channel 12/13 during the regular choir music, more difficult 1986 Christmas season and com- than the other music groups. The peting in the All-City Choir contest eight members of the Choir Council at Kimball Hall, where they placed administer and make decisions for fourth. The last performance for the whole group.

"People who have talented many members was the performance at Worlds of Fun in Kansas voices can express themselves in the choir," said senior Carla City.

This year the Concert Choir Scheinost.

The Choir shows a lot of interest presented the musical, "Oklahoma!"

The musical took place before in their singing.

"Northeast has more students Oklahoma became a state, along with the Oklahoma territory. The who major in music when they musical centers around farmers and graduate than any other Lincoln ranchers showing what life was like school," added Nichols.

"So just sing, sing along with the during the early 1900's.

"The cast did a perfect perfor- Northeast Concert Choir."

The 1986-87 Concert Choir. Back Row (I. tor.): Vonda Coolidge, Michelle Ga!-. on Amy Jordan, Amy Whitehurst, Mike Oehm, Mike Brittenham, Rick Marsh, rirr Snyder, Brad Richardson, Dave Clapp, Jay Dinges, Ryan Biggs, Marcus Neal, ~-,;ot Fortner, Lori Delancey, Carla Scheinost, Lorie Divis. Third Row: Joan Williams <.el Will, Sorel Haruf, Shelly Hart, Amy Moravec, Pat Hardesty, Brad Gilliland, 06 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 Ow 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.

-Gall Schmidt and Melissa Sayer

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

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From left, Kate Justus, Lori Baun, a and Cindy Miller display their t ' a1 techniques as members of Horizon!

Four members of the Concert Cl perform a song at the spring mu ,i "Oklahoma!"

1986-87 Horizons Members: 1986-87 Horizons 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

Sponsor: C. Ann Moore ·

Singers see new Challenges over The Horizon

Highlights ...

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

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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.

The 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

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

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

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Star Strutters perform with pride at the state tournament

Cindy Kloke smiles brightly as she performs at halftime.

Wendi Baus is charged up during a kick routine.

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

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

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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 through- everyone, but to grow closer out Northeast as the Star to the team members and Strutters, shined as they become friends." performed and promoted school Besides performing in the spirit at many athletic events. many different school activThe team is made up of a total ities, the squad took part in the of eighteen energetic and hard Lincoln community. One project working young ladies. Along they worked on was putting up with nerve-wracking tryouts, a American Flags on Havelock Strutter must maintain a 4.0 Avenue for the National Holig.p.a. with all passing grades. days. In addition, the Strutters Practicing from 2:30 to 4:00 promoted the Havelock comevery day gave the team time munity with a booth selling Tto try out new ideas and get shirts and food during Havelock ready for their next perfor- Days. The Star Strutters also mance. "Being a Strutter is a competed with the Marching long time effort but it's worth Band in the Star City Parade, it. It's a great way to show the Havelock Parade, and the school spirit," said senior Harvest of Harmony Parade.

Strutter, Teresa Palik.

-Gail Schmidt There are advantages of being on the drill team . Junior Julie Kost said, "Being a member of Amy Lutz, Carol Larsen, Joan Williams, the team gives you not only the and Julie Kost show perfect precision chance to perform in front of 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.) Julie

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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.

i 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.

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

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The Varsity squad leads a cheer during one of the many pep rallies in Ed Johnson Gym.

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

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

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TheVarsityCheerleadersuseallthey've got to promote spirit In the Rockets.

Preparation for cheering includes memorization of many cheers from a book.

A cheerleader's best friend, her megaphone, Is most commonly seen at football games.

Kusuma Weber raises the spirits of many football fans, while watching the action on the field.

Jacki Woolhiser gets Into the rhythm of things while the crowd rocks the house.

"ROCKETSl"TheVarsltyCheerleaders in formation during a pep rally.

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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

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1986-87 Reserve Cheerleaders Sponsor: Nancy Bishop Highlights ...

Cheering for State Tournament, pep rallies for athletic teams, Spirit Week, parties for minor sports, fundraisers.

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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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Kathy Rook stands at attention with the Rocket band.

Smiling helps Mlchalle WIison and Kathy Rook look their best during a performance.

Sophomore twirler Sarah Zimmerman concentrates on her balance during a performance at Seacrest Field.

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

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 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.

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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.

The band starts off to another great parade.

Those extra practices start to "bug" Mark Anderson.

Jim Koch demonstrates the proper way to play a trombone.

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Marching to the closer of the show, Sonja Siebe (left to right), Larry Dvorak, Rachelle Flagel, and Paula Behrens head off the field.

The 1986-87 Marching Band Roster

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CLARINETS Jill Aspegren Tammy Beck Wendy Buckmaster Jim Draper Janelle Dukes Holly Gear Becky Jeppson Keri Jones Nickole Kehm Teresa Larson Kathy Lind Deaun Maatsch Stacey Masek Debbie Murtaugh Candi Olsen Pam Patterson Karen Stalzer Diane Trouba Chris Werner Amy Whitehurst Becky Winkelman William Wood Jacki Woohiser ALTO SAXOPHONES Tom Ahlschwede

Brian Beck Paula Behrens Barb Dill Aaron Griess Kim Grosshans Marissa Heuer Kevin McReynolds Rod Morehead Todd Parrot Mike Pltchie Amy Price Shawn Rediger )Mark Rockemann Sonya Siebe Ben Torell Lisa Turmleson Debbie Wilson TENOR SAXOPHONES Larry Dvorak Diane Frohn Dawn Litt Greg Lyman Jenny Mara Eric Mason Gary Riege

FRENCH HORNS Nicole Bond Mike Ehlers Lance Fryrear Laurie Lollman Jack Williams TRUMPETS Nick Ackerman Mike Brehm Joe Christle Kevin Clark Brian Curtis Dave Ehlers Chad Elliot Jeff Enevoldsen Mark French Kreg Green Kirn Haugen Phil Hoegerneyer Scott Jenkins Dave Kaufman Shane Ludwig Cory Maul Steve Mielke Darin Miller Nina Onarheirn John Paulson

Jason Peterson Aaron Redling Rich Root Racey Scott Bill Taylor Scott Zager BARITONES James Eggerling Karri Groothuis Scott McHatton Jeff Turek TROMBONES Dave Attenberger Mike Christle Phil Eggerling Randy Flagel Brian Harpham Jim Koch Roger Lynn Dave Mock Brett Schneider Terry Stoppel TUBAS Stephanie Eischeid Ty Vetter Dan Walter

DRUMUNE Mark Anderson Dirk Baker Mike Bodfield Lynette Buchanan Louise Carr Paul Casburn Bruce Coonce Scott Davis Cory Pierce Rick Shafer Tim Snyder Jason Varga Karen Wixson DRUM MAJORS Lori Jordal Jenny Perkins

Bruce Coonce, Scott Davis, Tim Snyder, and Mike Bodfield keep in step.

Rocket Band garners superior rating At Bandmasters' Association contest 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 Darin Miller, Jeff Enevoldsen, and Mark French enjoy performing for all who attend the parade.

major Jenny Perkins said, "We earned a one by our 7:15 practices, concentration, and marching in the rain and mud puddles. We had more pride there than any place else."

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 may be just as demanding as a... " This just may be the way the symphonic band's music. many band members started The major difference betweent their day this past year. Every the two is that concert band day during second semester at has no senior members. Place7:50, the symphonic band ment of chairs in these 6ands November, started their rehearsals, is determined in pressing towards their goal of after the last marching performance.

It is accomplished sharpening musical skills.

The symphonic band was through auditioning in order to primarily made of juniors and determine the playing ability of seniors. Some students have each person.

Competition doesn't end with only heard music played by the marching band at football the completion of the marching games.

However, the music season for the students though. played by the symphonic band is The concert and symphonic much different than the music bands compete annually in the played by the marching band. District Music Contest and the Senior Mike Christle expressed All-City Band Contest. Along preparation for these this feeling: "It's harder music with because we are capable of events come the fall, winter, playing (the harder music), and spring concerts, in which while the tunes played during both bands perform.

Second-year director, Dick marching season are more "pep" tunes, played primarily Marolf, commented, "It's quite strain always trying to at football and basketball a prepare for a concert. There's games.

The concert band, too, has a always a constant pressure to different brand of music than do well."

-Melissa Sayer the marching band. This music

Sophomore trumpet players realize practice makes perfect.

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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.

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.

Louise Carr plays the oboe In Concert Band.

Janelle Dukes (left) and Dawn Litt keep in tune for an upcoming Symphonic

Brian Curtis' (left) and Dave Ehlers' hard work landed them In first chair positions of the Symphonic Band trumpet section.

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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.

Orchestra year Highlighted by Spring Musical

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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/ensem ble 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.

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Kevin McReynolds, Tom Ahlschwede, and Gary Riege keep their timing and tone together.

Showing great concentratrion, sophomore Clay Maranville keeps a serious face .

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Band director, Dick Marolf, commented, "We missed 1 (superior mark) by only one point, but there were only 2 superior ratings given in our class size. So we felt pretty good."

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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

Orchestra-Junior Jazz sax man, Eric Mason, makes the sweet melodies of music flow from his horn.

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Karrie Jones finds that Speech isn't all work and no play.

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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

Pat Koertje finds Debate a challenge.

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Phil Seng and Nathan Lane look on as other members share their ideas.

Jenny Brym gives Mak Azadi an example of what NFL Is really like.

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As the magician cuts senior Dirk Baker in half, he tells the crowd about self-identity and how to improve it.

Brenda Riha discusses Suzy Schelby's sucker-eating habit with other members of the Student Council.

Seniors Suzy Schelby, Brenda Riha, and Trish Murphy look on as Lisa Koch explains their next project.

StuCo members discuss the problems they want to solve at Northeast.

Receptive administrators aid Stu-Co The 1986-87 Student Council was comprised of 24 hardworking, 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 also trying to improve the biggest problem at Northeast-th e parking lot. Amy Jordan stated , "More will be achieved with the parl<ing next year."

Other activities accomplished by the Student Council were the organization of the Turnabout Dance and the Student Council exchange with area high schools.

Stu-Co members are currently working on designs 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

Ashley Owens, Dirk Baker, and Kim Beebe discuss the Ice Cream feed for senior guys.

1986-87 Student Council Sponsor: Dave Strange President: Lisa Koch Vice President: Michelle Beck Treasurer: Amy Jordan Secretary: Cath y Lutes Historian: Ashley Owens

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Red Cross Blood Drive, Turnabout Dance, Student Council Exchange, Prom

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;my Jor~an, Ashley Owens , Valerie Pollema, Kathy Lutes, Roxanne Smid. Front Row: Melissa lake, Kim Rinke, Brenda Chuda, Charla Peterson, Janelle Dukes, Dirk Baker, Tris h Mu rphy.

Michelle Beck.

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Bois d'Enghien Lucette Marceline de Chenneviette Firmin Nini de Fontanet Bouzin Lantery Baroness Duverger Viviane Frauline Emile General lrrigua

Bill Kasi 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

Antonio 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 Clint Hauptmeier Alain Epp Marta Slechta Jami Cleveland Deanna Briley Michelle Harner Paul Souders Sean Clark

Directed by Mr. Bruce Chapman

Mike Brehm finds it quite difficult playing a wobbly, old man.

Genera l lrrigua (Andy Donovan) show his anger about de Fontanet's (Mike Brehm) halitosis.

Baroness Duverger (Sorel Haruf) trys communicating with Fraline (Barb Walker), a non-english speaking member of the cast.

Nini (Hallie Tibbs) makes an unexpected call at Lucette's house.

General lrrigua (Andy Donovan) expresses his true love for Lucette (Sarah Dale).

Cast members of " Cat Among the Pigeons" struggle to maintain their composure.

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Billy Hollacut (Dave Scaggs) convinces Evens (Andy Donovan) that Hatch Is sane.

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Mike King and Suzy Noe portray their characters with excellent acting skills.

Cast of "The Sea" Willy Carson Evens Hatch Louise Rafi Jessica Tilehouse Billy Hollarcut Rose Jones Mafanwy Price Jilly Rachel Davis

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

Louise Rafi (Krist Sphon) explains her fears of aging while WIiiy (Mike King) listens intently.

Billy looks on as Hatch (Steve Shields) cuts material for Louise's curtains.

Even's confused look catches the eye of many audience members.

Krist Sphon and Suzy Noe try on gloves as they wait for the next action to start.

RoseJones(JennlferSchultz)facesthe stage of depression after her fiance is killed in a boating accident

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Shirley Rine, Northeast Spanish teacher and International Club spon• sor, trys to dodge Kelly Mook's camera.

NE Math Club Team places 9th Of 142 Schools

Mr. Rogge awards Gerry Beltz his Math Club letter.

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 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.

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1986-87 Math Club Sponsor: Bill Rogge President: Alain Epp Highlights ...

American High School Math Exam, NWU Math Contest.

At-Pac High School Math Contest, UNL Actuarial Contest, Omaha South Math Contes t.

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.

With a bit of International flavor, They voyaged around the world International Club is to create Q: What's the most inexpensiva an "The awareness of other cultures and way to vis it other areas of the world?

customs. It's an opportunity to see

view points of the way A: Join the Northeast International different people live," added the group's Sec-

Club.

The Northeast International Club may have been low in numbers, but it was high in spirits. The eight members sponsored by Mrs. Shirley Rine played 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 dinner was the "Host" families, the groups members, and administration. Each club member brought a fore ign dish that represented different cultures in the world.

retary, 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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Future Farmers busy throughout year with ag activities Kristi Schlecht, Vice President individual, and team contest dealing The Northeast Future Farmers of of the group, feels that FFA is a America (FFA), is represented by 30- with agriculture.

Wrapping up the end of the great organization.

40 members. These members range "It's easy to meet friends convention was a banquet and from sophomore to seniors doing because we all have one purpose dance. At the banquet, past when we're together--FFA," she their part to promote agriculture.

Attending the Chapter Office officers spoke and told the said. "l also feel that FFA attracts members that, "Agriculture isn't people who are not involved with Leadership Training (COLT) conferdead , it's a living force." They also ence was just one important other groups. They're always ackeep members motivated for the highlight of the 1986-87 school cepted in FFA." The FFA does one major fundyear. Members from all over upcoming year.

The National Convention is held raiser every year. This year, the Nebraska attended the COLT conin Kansas City, Missouri. Here, the fruit sales went over very well, ference. winners of the state conventions The State Convention held in selling a total of four tons. The compete on a national level. money earned from the fundraiser April was another highlight that The Northeast chapter also helps pay for the contest fees at hundreds of Nebraska FFA memcontributed their time and energy to bers attended . At this convention, the national and state meeting, and the community of Lincoln. This they get a chance to see the people also for other FFA gatherings. year, the FFA built and painted FFA President, Patti McDiffett that they met at the COLT boxes for the wood ducks. After the feels the year went pretty good. conference. boxes were finished they handed At the State Convention, FFA'ers "We didn't win all of our contests, them over to the Game and Fish attend Leadership workshops and Department, who distributed them but we gave it our all."

-Gail Schmidt participate in three member, to wildlife areas.

Sophomore Pam Patterson stops to smile during her judging at a convention.

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Duane Bernt, Anngee Crocker, and Lenny Scott conduct one of FBLA's many meetings In the Science Lecture Hall.

FBLA President Lenny Scott greets a guest speaker at one of the meetings.

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."

Activites 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

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FFA officers for 1986-87: BIii Roberts, Kristi Schlecht, Patti McOiffett, Ade Yant, and Pam Patterson.

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Northeast senior C carry the golf tea:.~y Fletcher helped Here, Fletcher lin hrough the year Mah oney,s putti es up a putt on· ng green.

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North Platte 20 Lincoln High 0 Fremont 14

Council Bluffa St Albert 6

Grand Island 15 Lincoln East 0 Lincoln Southeast 28 Beatrice 13

Bellevue We!St 21

1986 Varaity Foo1bd Team. Badt Row (1. to r.): Dirk Raines, Sam Shaw, Svehla, Mike •Peterson, Brian Rank. Shawn Swisher, Tom Kortus, Dan Walton, Nate Johnson, O.J. Vokolek, Jerry Russell. lllird Row: Assistant Coach Scott Reed. Jim 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.

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Faith helps Ridpath on field However, being a varsity football There is something more than just the. sheer love of football that player isn't always what it's motivates senior Pat Ridpath to cracked up to be. Along with the play the game. Ridpath also plays glory of winning, comes the pain and disappointment of losjng. Ridfor the love of God. "That's the most important path's faith has helped him overthing to me," · Ridpath said. "God come these setbacks because of s9a:ve me the talent and the ability his drive to glorify God. "It was easto play, so every game I try.to give ier for me to get over the losses than it. was for some of the other 110:ij~rcent just for HimY '- Th,¥senior wide receiver ·says guys because I wasn't playing just this attitude wasn't a natural thing to win."

Ridpath said his faith also helped for him right away, but instead a him deal with certain difficulties realization that came over him as he entered high school. Fellowship during the season. "Sometimes it of Christian Athletes CFCAl helped was really hard to just walk away Ridpath recognize his devotion to from a tough situation. A lot of God. "It wasn't easy for me to times during the season a problem cha . , but FCA and all of the peo- would arise on the field, and it took ple lved with it helped'f'ne lot." a lot not ' tp do or say anything His .attitude about the ,l.ord has back. I think my faith helped me ollt helped Ridpath a great deal on the in situations like that."

Ridpath has no definite plans to field as well as off. Having successful seasons at the varsity level play football in college. but instead both his· junior and senior years, plans to stu9y the fields of educaPat now holds the school record tion or theology. "I really like for most receptions in one game. mathematics a lot so I may beHe aqcomplished this agairis;t Un- . come a math teacher or I may go ''col , igh this season, when he had into youth ministry. I really like ~ix , ,. ce:ptions. Ridpath was also kids," says Ridpath. the team leader in scoring with 30 -Karen Wixson points.

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Halfback Lonnie Buresh eludes a North Platte tackler. 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.

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Noseguard Jon Larchick led the attack with three 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.

First-year head coach, Bruce Reed, makes his point clear during a time-

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Manueverlng throught the mud, Rocket quaterback Dave Svehla finds himself surrounded by defenders.

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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Sophomore Aaron Griess drops back as his line blocks.

Eric Lowe is in motion during another sophomore win.

Reserve quarterback Troy Plumb looks for his deep receiver.

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After winning two of their trice, the final opponent of the first three games, the reserve season, (20-12).

"We could've won every football team's fortunes took a game except the second time sudden nosedive. we played Southeast," Koertje But for the Rocket sophosaid. "We managed to keep a more gridders, the season could positive attitude, but the losses be summed up in one word ... got frustrating.

I guess we perfect.

The two squads, intent on learned how to lose."

Learning how to lose was not understanding the system of a part of the sophomore game new varsity coach, Bruce Reed, plan.

The Rocket rookies, took different routes after the coached by Rick Collura and first three games of the season.

The junior varsity team, assistant Mark Hickson, rolled to seven straight wins without coached by Tracey Stauffer and Lynn Schoening, opened their a loss.

A philosophy that might have campaign by defeating Fremont, helped the sophs to their 12-0, but dropped a 18-6 sterling season came from head decision to Lincoln High in their coach Reed. second game. That was followed varsity Reed, and his assistants, by a 14-7 victory over Lincoln chose to move just a few sophoEast. The defense performed mores up and down on the well in both wins, while the junior varsity and varsity offense was . able to move the teams. That allowed Collura the ball. chance to work basically the "Our defense held East and entire season with the same Fremont," commented junior Pat Koertje. "But, those two group of players.

"The experience of having a games were the only games winning record is important to that the offense did well."

That lack of consistency on the overall program," Reed said after the season. "The sophooffense started to show up in mores' record this year should the fourth game of the season help them in the next two years . _ against Southeast. The Rockets as they prepare for the reserve lost the battle 20-12, then were soundly thumped the and varsity teams."

That consistency showed following week by the Knights, early in the season, and 31-7.

The second Southeast loss continued as the squad made few errors en route to the was followed by setbacks to Lincoln High (8-6), and Bea- unblemished finish.

Aaron Griess shows his ability to scramble as he picks up yardage.

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Reserve running back Rc1l1 Nance gets some mt d assistance from Athletic Ti a Bruce Fishback.

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NE12 NE6 NE 14

Brian Harpham, Troy Plumb, Roland Nanoe, Lanoe

NE 7 NE6

FremontO Lincoln High 18 Lincoln East 7 Lincoln Southeast 20 Lincoln Southeast 31 lincolnHlgh 8

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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.

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Sophomore Football (7-0) Front Row (L to r.): Greg Gotlbel'g, Mielke, Shawn

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Clint Gerken, Eric Lowe, Brian Beck, Rediger, Mike Rathe, Pierre C(emas,

Manager Matt Honor. Middle Row:

Assistant

Coach Mark Hickson, Jeff Jones, Chad Brewster, Clay MaranvHle, Aaron Griess, Hugh Lawson,JlmToomey, Brent Schwartzenffegger, Rob Fisher, Troy Curry, Curtis Brennan, Coach

Rick Collura. Back Row: Assistant Coach Kevin Schrad, Rod Bradley, Darren Parrot, Les Herchner, Jon Purl, Chris Rathe, David Noonan, Andy Longe, Nathan O'Connen, WIHy Wily, Ben Torre!.

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Papllllon 12 Southeast7 Lincoln High 15 Nebraska City Rea. 8 UncolnHlghO WtNerty8

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Varsity Volleyball {20-7) 1986 Varsity VolleybaU Team. Back Row (I. tor.): Assistant Coach Connie Burks, Stacey Enget>art, Jenni Mau, Andee Walek. Jackie Frazier, Kim Vokolek, Head Coach Sandi Genrich. Front Row: Traci Hansen, Becky Roesler, Kim Grosshans, Debbie Wilson. Pam Gross, Shelly Novak.

NE 15, 11, 15 NE15, 15 NE 15, 15 NE 1.5, 15 NE 15, 15 NE15, 15 NE 15, 10, 15 NE15, 15 NE 15, 15 NE 15, 15 NE5, 12 NE14, 15, 15 NE15,8,3 l

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Elkhorn 12, 10 Sioux City 9, 9 Lincoln East 15, 15 Grand Island 16, 11 , 1O Millard North 13, 15, 15

LPSClassic NE 16, 15 NE 15, 15 NE 15, 8, 10 NE 15, 13, 15 NE 15, 6, 8 NE 15, 15 NE 15, 13, 15 NE 15, 15

Papillion 14, 0 Lincoln High 6, 9 Millard North 13, 15, 15 Fremont 10, 15, 10 Omaha Westside 6, 15, 15

Northeast Invitational Omaha Marian 2, 7 Southeast 2, 15,2 Millard South 7, 12

Greater Nebraska Conference NE 13, 15, 15 NE 15, 15 NE 0, 8

Fremont 15, 10, 10 Lincoln High 9, 4 Lincoln East 15, 15

District Tournament NE 15, 15 NE 10, 5

Beatrice 4, 11 Lincoln East 15, 15

State Tournament NE 15, 7, 5

Columbus 8, 15, 15

All-City spiker leads Rockets a lot, making varsity really helped It's all in the family, volleyball that is, for the Walek's. Thank me grow up quite a bit."

Although much of Walek's court goodness that it is, or Northeast time is spent helping out the Rockmight not have been lucky enough ets, she has an impressive line up to receive Junior Andee Walek as of her own volleyball activities. one of it's star volleyball players. ·she is a member of a U.S.V.B.A. Following in the footsteps of Junior Olympic team. This team is older sister Kristi, Walek earned made up of girls from all of Nebherself a spot on the Northeast raska. The team travels together, varsity volleyball team, and in doing competing against other Junior so has helped the Rockets during Olympic teams, in the hope of many a match. gaining national recognition by Walek said her goal of making making it to the national finals in the varsity team meant avian more to her due to sister Kristi's suc- New Mexico.

However, her volleyball talents cess. "Since I grew up around do not end there. Walek was volleyball, going to all of the named as a Lincoln Journal and Northeast games and watching my Star All-City spiker, and was sister play, it was very important to recognized as and Honorable me that I make the varsity team," Mention in the All-State category. she said.

Walek admits she has high Undoubtedly, learning the fundahopes for her volleyball career in mentals of the game at an early age the future. She would like to earn a was very important if she were to scholarship to play for the Univerever play at the high school level. sity of Nebraska or Tennessee of "I knew I wanted to play for Florida. However, Walek maintains Northeast once I was in high that her studies will definitely come school, so I really worked at it, and first in her college life. "My my sister helped me out a lot," education is more important than Waleksaid.

Walek said she felt that making volleyball," she stresses.

Walek plans to study business the team as a sophomore has made in college, and intends to become her a well rounded player, and has helped her deal with the pressure an accountant.

-Karen Wixson better. "Experience has taught me

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Getting down in a pre-game hu the varsity team discusses strc with Coach Genrich.

Seniors Shelly Novak and Pam Gross attempt to block an opponents' spike as Jenni Mau and Andee Walek prepare to assist.

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

"The kids gave me 100 per cent and we just came up a little short.

I'm not disappointed."

-Sandi Genrich 1 Head Volleyball Coach 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.

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Joei Christensen reaches low for a dig while teammate Debbie Wilson prepares to assist.

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 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 "We need to improve the ball in play on the third hit," on keeping the ball in Ward said following the Southeast play on the third hit. loss. "We made some errors on balls that should have been We made some errors easy kept in play, but weren't."

The sophomore team defeated on some easy balls Beatrice in straight sets in the that should have been second match of the season, but kept in play, but then came a string of seven straight losses that erased any hopes of a weren't." winning season.

The sophomores did gain some -Reserve Coach respectability in the LPS . Brenda Ward tournament, however.

After losing a three-set match to said in a Northeastern interview East, the sophs rallied to defeat following a straight set loss to Lincoln High, 15-12, 10-15, 15-12.

Southeast. "I still think this team

The sophomore and reserve volleyball squads both posted losing seasons in 1987, but both also showed positive 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.

"We had a habit of letting down mentally, when we got ahead," Ward

-· Tammy Plummer, Michelle Matthe'A and Debbie Wilson move to the ba.l.

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~opt;lo~ore Volleyball (3-9) 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. ·

NE11,7 · NE15,15 NES,6 NE5,6 . NE12, 11 NE4.10 NE1, 10 NE8, 13 NE5, 7 · NE 15,6, 15 NE9;15. ~ NE 15, 10, 15

Southeast 15, 15 Beatrice 9, 9 Linooln East 15, 15 Lincoln High 15,.15

Fremo.nt 15, 15

Southeast 15, 15 Grand Island 15, 15 Linooln East 15, 15 · Lincoln High 15, 15 Bellevue East 4, 15, 13 LPS Tournament ' · Lincoln East 15, 12, 15 l,incoln High 12, 15, 12

Reserve Volleyball (6-8) 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,, Tanya Nc,.,ak.

NE5, 16, 11 NE5, 15,9 NE 15, 15 N"E1, 15, 15 NE2, 12 NE 10, 12 NE 15,3, 12 NE 15, 12. 15 NE 16, 15

Southeast rs. 14, 15 Beatrice 15, 7, 15 Bellevue East 11, 10 Lincoln High 15, 4, 11 Fremont 15, 15 Southeast 15, 15 Grand Island 11, 15, 15 Lincoln East 5, 15, 13 Omaha Gross 14, 13

East Invitational NE7,B NE 15, 15 NE 15, 1, 15 NE 2, 11 · NE 11, 15, 15

Lincoln East 15, 15 Wt:MJrty5, 13 Lincoln Christian 3, 15, 1

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Boys Gymnastics (3-1 Dual) 1st of 15 Lincoln East 106.30 Lincoln Southeast 113.0 Ralston 131 .60 1st of 12 2nd of 6 Greater Nebraska Conference Lincoln High 129.60 NE 104.10

Art Harris Invitational NE 138.65 NE 139.55 NE 140.40 Millard South Invitational

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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.

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

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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 .

Dennis Champoux shows the strength needed in the rings event.

Ruben Ceballos pauses beginning his floor routine.

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Girls Gymnastics. (0-6 Dual) NE 94.05 NE 88.85 NE 107.85 NE44.2 NE 66.5 NE 55.9 NE63

North Platte 113.7 Southeast 133.8 Ralston 113.6 Lincoln East 143.1 Beatrice 113.8 Lincoln High 128.95 Millard South Invitational

1986 Girls Gymnastics Team. Back Row (I. tor.): Head Coach Vicki Johnson. Nikki Bond. Middle Row: Michelle Sch riner, Carol Larsen, Bryana Beckler. Front Row: Traci Anania, Brenda Thienel.

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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 Rockets 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 junior. He added a second place finish in the rings and floor exercise, and was fourth in the all-around competition .

Ceballos won the floor exercise, porn mel horse, and ri ngs, but could not , quite overcome Louis Ball of Papillion for the all-around title, and runner-up settled for the position.

Champoux said Northeast's success can be traced to the daily routine of gymnastics.

"With 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.

A Walkover performed by Michelle Shriner show agility and strength.

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.

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Dennis Champoux displays the scissors technique.

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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. '

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Netters rally for eighth place To ease 0-9 season record "Disappointing is probably the going to get better, even if it key word here. It wasn't like we doesn't."

Two 5-4 losses to Beatrice and a were short on talent, or that we didn't try," commented junior tennis weather-shortened 3-1 setback to Norfolk completed the frustrations player Lance Fryrear.

Fryrear's view of the 1986 boys of a winless regular season .A last tennis season is appropriate. place finish at the LPS tourney, and Despite all of the efforts, the a sixth place at the Greater Rockets were unable to chalk up a Nebraska Conference meet left little , to shout about. regular season victory.

However, Coach Jim Rathe's Northeast was outmatched in its first three contests, losing 9-0 to band of also-rans suddenly got East and Southeast, and 8-1 to back into the race at the State Tennis Tournament.

Grand Island.

Rathe, known for getting teams The regular season bright spot came in a close 5-4 loss to Lincoln prepared for state competition, had High. An identical score loss to his natters prepared for the trip to Hastings followed, then another 5-4 Omaha.

Northeast surprised the field by. setback to the Links again added to finishing a strong 8th out of 22 the hard luck.

The disappointing losses didn't teams. The talent that had been knocked down and beat around help team morale.

"It's really difficult to get out during the regular season surfaced there and practice every day when in fine form for the state meet.

The state showing was a you've been losing all season," senior Mike Oehm said. "You have sparkling diamond in what had been a year filled with stones. to keep telling yourself that it's

-Karen Wixson

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Lincoln High 5 Hastings 5 Lincoln High 5 Norfolk3 4th of4

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.

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Oehm's practice pays off

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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 seriously, 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 friend. 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 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.

Brehm just one for the road "Basically, I began running says it helps keep him prepared for because it (cross country) was a the high school season. sport that didn't require a lot of "The nice thing about road races is strength, but was still physically that there really isn't a lot of presdemanding," said junior Mike sure to win, you just go out there Brehm. Demanding indeed, as Mike and do your best, it's not always logged over 500 miles before the like that in the high school meets."

Mike says he has no plans to run start of the 1986 Cross Country season. This accomplishment was in college, but insists he will remain one that no other Rocket runner active in the sport. "Once you start running, you don't want to could lay claim to.

Mike got his first taste of run- give it up," he says.

Besides being one of Northning as ·a twelve year old when a P.E. teacher thought he might east's finest runners, Mike has enjoy it, and encouraged him to many other talents as well. Mike start. "At first, I ran just to get in has played trumpet in the North·shape to wrestle, but pretty soon, I east Marching Band as well as the switched to running exclusively." Concert and Symphonic Bands. He Despite not having the sound has also appeared in last year's advice that a coach can give, Mike school musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie" stuck with running, and it led him and in this year's fall play, "Cat to a spot on the Rocket varsity Among the Pigeons." Mike says he cross country team. "I really had keeps involved simply because" I'd to work myself to get on varsity, get bored if I didn't have some way I'm not as naturally fast as a lot of to keep busy."

Sports will also play a role in . the guys on this year's team, but Mike's future, as he has set his the effort has been worth it."

In the off season, Mike keeps in goals with the intent of being a shape by participating in local road sports broadcaster. Brehm hopes races. Mike said he enjoys the chal- his background with athletics will lenge of running against some of help him as he pursues his career. the better runners in the city, and

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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.

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.

"You can't worry about it for the' rest of the season if you don't do well the first time you compete."

-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

Atired Paula Behrens maintains her lead over a Grand Island runner.

Experiencing pain that only a distance runner can endure, Jason Graff struggles towards the finish.

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.

"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

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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.

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state season, the Rockets also It would have been such a great notched other impressive story. A first-year head coach accomplishments. returns to his alma mater, and The Rockets won the LaBlond directs the basketball team to a Tournament with victories over St. state title. It almost happened.

Rick Collura, who took over the Joe Benton, Grand Island, and St. Rocket basketball fortunes Joe Central. The nine point tit le win following Ed Johnson's legendary over Central was the closest cal l of 37 years at Northeast, may never the three contests.

A 63-59 win over top-rated again go through an emotional experience quite like the 1986-87 Norfolk at Northeast's Ed Johnson Gym sent ripples through the state. season.

After dropping all three regular Could Northeast possibly have season games to city opponents, another title contender? How good the tournament-wise Rockets were the Rockets?

Four straight wins followed the gathered themselves and won the ANorfolk triumph , before a two point 4 District title.

The Rockets, who finished with loss to Millard South to end the an 18-6 record , earned the state regular season.

Throughout the season, tournament berth by defeating Lincoln High, 50-48 in the opening Collura's squad showed a rapid round, then downed Southeast 38- tempo, something he had promised 36 in overtime . The win over the before the season began.

"I like to think of it as a controlled Knights came after Dave Svehla hit a baseline jump-shot with three fast-break," Collura said. "If the seconds remaining.

When break is there, we're going to get Southeast was unable to get a shot the ball up and down the court."

Collura also stressed aggressive off at the end, the floor was flooded defense, and told a pre-season pep with Northeast fans.

"I knew there wasn't enough time rally crowd he wanted to hear the left for a better shot, so I just loudest cheers for the player who squared up and let it go," Svehla would stand and take a charging said. "It felt good when it left my call. Northeast's defense was one of the best in the state. hands. I thought it had a chance."

For all of the emotional highs and Southeast Coach Dennie Puelz seemed more convincing when he lows of the season, the lowest came about one month following the talked about THE shot. state tournament.

"I've watched Dave play since he Ed Johnson, who had been was knee-high to a grasshopper," battling cancer since his retirement Puelz would say after the game. in the spring of 1986, died April 11 "You could tell the shot was going at St. Elizabeth's Community in. He took his time, the arch was Health Center. Collura was an good .....that's what happens when honorary pall bearer at his former you put the ball in the hands of an coach's funeral. athlete."

Without a doubt, the 1986-87 While the district title was season may have been one of the obviously the highlight of the pre- most emotional seasons ever.

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Boys Varsity Basketball (18-6) 1986-87 Boys Varsity Basketball Teem. Front Row (I. to r.): Student Manager Joe Rogman, Troy Plumb, Josh Trambly, Mike Ripley, Dan Leao.ing, Louie Sheridan. Baek Row: Trainer Bruce Fishback, O.J. Vokolek, Ron Wittler, · Nate Johnson, Brad Richardson, Dave Svehla. Mike Peterson, Dean Drake, Coach Rick Collura.

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Hastinga57 Omaha North 40 Kearney62

Uncoln Hgh 60 Sl Joe Benton 52 Grand Island 57 Sl Joe Central 46 Lincoln East 71 Millard North 57

NE65 NE81 NE53 NE40 NE63 NE64 NE71 NE53 NE53 NE51

Omaha Benson 48 Grand Island 66 Columbus47

Uneoln Southeast 54 Norfolk 59 North Platte 37 Beatrice53 Bellevue East 47

Fremont33 Millard South 53

District NESO NE38

Lincoln Hgh 48 Lincoln Southeast 36

State NE48

NE53 NE61

Om.aha Westside 35 Millard North 51 Norfolk 62

Athletics is family affair

Svehla follows footsteps of Older brother in endeavors

Rocket forward, Mike Peterson, attempts to get the ball to the inside during the District game against Lincoln High.

Starting at the tender age of six, Dave Svehla began his quest for success in athletics, by joining the Little 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 athletes, 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 time 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 to 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

Mike Peterson struggles to maintain h is position and control under the hoop.

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.

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D.J . Vokolek goes underneath the basket against the Westside Warriors during the quarter-final game of the · State Tournament.

First-year head coach, Rick Collura, congratulates Dave Svehla on a job well done.

"Livin' on a Prayer'_'

A tearful Rocket , Brad Richardson takes pride in his team as Northeast captured the Class A state runner-up trophy.

Six seconds. That's nearly all it took. Add a 20-foot prayer shot

by Norfolk's Chris 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 points in the third period, and still held a 10 poi:-:t lead with only 4:30 left in the game. Desp ite losing Dave Svehla and Mike Peterson with 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 from 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 about to roll over and play dead.

Price hit a 20-footer to pull Norfolk to with in a point with only 22 seconds left.

Northeast had two opportunities , from the free throw line, to increase 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 .

Following Richardson's miss , Norfolk 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 failed 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.

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A dominating figure on the court, Northeast center Brad Richardson gets set to slam the ball into the bucket.

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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.

Rockets pull hoop 'hat trick' With soph, reserve records

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The reserves, coached by Doug Kaltenberger, finished 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 Hastings, Omaha North, Kearney and Lincoln High. A five point loss to East broke the string, 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 remaining 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 triumph 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.

Aaron Griess goes for the layup as teammate Ron Wittler looks on.

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Boys Reserve Basketball (12-4) Front Row: (I. to r.) Todd Wesslund, Wade Eschenbrenner, Rodney Bradley, Mick Long, Rob Kant, Eric Lowe. Back Row: Greg Gottberg, Tim Snyder, Brian Rank, Tom Ahlschwede, Ron Wittler, Aaron Griess, Coach Doug Kattenberger. Not Pictured: Student Manager Dave Attenberger, Student Manager Randy Beach.

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Hastlnga39 Omaha North 49 Kearney SO Lincoln Jfgh 35 Lincoln East 60 Millard North 40 Omaha Benson 44 Grand Island 56 Columbua58 Lincoln Southeast 48 Norfolk49 North Platte 40 Beatrice40 Bellevue East 40 Fremont39 M Iiani South 58

Boys Soph Basketball (7-5) Front Row: (I. to r.) Student Manager Ken Jedli.cka, Jonathan Nix, Larry White, Troy Curry,Jeff Ochsner, Mark Noonan, Hugh Lawson, Chad Brewster, Student Manager Matt Honnor. Back Row: Coach lyM Schoening, Student Manager Phil Eggerllng, Jim Toomey, Jason Martina, Andy Longe, Dana Wendelin, Janen Adamson, lea Hershner, Justin Wiliams, Student Coach Kevin Schrad.

Chad Brewster heads downcourt for the Rockets.

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Varsity cagers plagued by Injuries, reach team goals 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, "I'm sure if we could right before Districts," Willemsen "It hurt the team because have ever kept any said.

Vicki was one of the motivating f accontinuity in our tors behind our success. I'm sure if could have ever kept any game, we would have we continuity in our game, we would have gone to State." gone to State."

Rockets lost to Southeast in -Hank Willemsen, theThe opening round of the District Head Basketball tournament, 43-37.

Even though the season was Coach marked with setbacks, Willemsen "One of the team's goals was to was pleased with his team's perbeat at least one of the Lincoln formance.

"Despite all of the disappointteams, because Northeast hadn't beaten another Lincoln team in two ments we had, I'm really proud of year," said senior point guard, Soni the girls. They were forced to adjust Fabry. "Beating two Lincoln schools to a lot, and they did it very well," really did a lot for the team's Willemsen said.

-Karen Wixson morale."

"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.

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The outstretched hand of a South~1 defender can't stop this shot by And Walek.

Girls Varsity Basketball (11-8) 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 Mau, Kim Vokolek, Coach Hank Wdlemsen.

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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.

Putting upa Jump shot, Kim Grosshans shoots from the wing against Lincoln East.

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

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Shonna Eisenbarth shoots over two defenders.

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That was important for There was little to shout about as the girls reserve and sophomore Northeast's sophs to remember basketball squads struggled when the squad suffered through losses in six of its first seven through losing seasons.

The teams combined for a 4-22 games. Included in the string was a record, and followers were hopeful two-point loss to the Waverly that the learning experiences could reserve team.

The Rockets ended that string benefit the players for the next with a convincing 44-27 win over year.

The sophomores, under Coach Lincoln High.

The win over the Links, Bruce Waters, finished 2-8. The according to Amy Price, came after reserves, coached by Marty a hard week of practice.

Shields, were 2-14.

"We really worked hard in Since the inception of practice," Price said in a sophomore basketball, the main Northeastern interview. "Our coach emphasis has always been on set a goal for us to beat our record teaching girls the basics, and the of 43 points we set the week before, and we did it."

"Our coach set a goal The reserve team dropped its 11 games, before winning backfor us to beat our first to-back contests over Beatrice and record of 43 points we North Platte.

Platte win came on a set the week before, shotThebyNorth Tina Collins with three seconds left to give Northeast a 26and we did it."

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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 North Platte, the reserves closed program. While winning is certainly out the season with three straight important, it is not as crucial at the losses, including a season-ending 75-15 setback to Omaha Marian. sophlevel.

-Amy Price, on the sophomore's 44-27 win over Lincoln High.

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Sophomore Basketball (2-8) Gir1s Sophomore Baaketbd Team. Back NE25 Row (I. to r.): Sandra Fournier, Jenny NE26

Lincoln East 35 Lincoln High 27 Lincoln East 27 Lincoln High 24 Grand Island 55 Lincoln Southeast 46 W2Verly Reserves 45 Lincoln High 27 Raymond Central Reserves 47 Lincoln Southeast 20

Schultz, Amt Price, liolly Gear, Deaoon NE15 Maatsch, Karma Vang, Coach Bruce Waters. NE32 Front Row: Shonna Eisenbarth, JiU NE36 Walvoord, Julie Ogden, Shana Pagel.

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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 William 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.

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John Ballou works on the psychological aspect of wrestling before a match.

Senior Jay Bachman offers advice to teammates.

Senior grappler Ken Donahoo readies himself, waiting for the referee's signal to start wrestling.

Wrestling (5-5 Duals) Varaity Wresting Team. Front Row (L tor.): Kevin White, Damon Nolting. John Ballou, Troy Masters, Doug French, Chris Martin. Second Row: Paul EHiot Rick Lovreign, Cory Skaggs, Kreg Green, Jo~ Larchidt, Chris To"1)kins, Aaron Clark. Dirk Baker, Pierre Cremas, Chris Larson, Spencer Hanson.

Thini Row: Coach John McIntyre, Brett Wattnem, Dennis Cremas, Joe Siegl, Ken Donahoo, Marcus Neal, Shawn Swisher, Nate O'ConneH, Jay Bachman, Tony Bowers, Mike Boyd, Coach Dennis Borchers.

Ornat-. North Invitational NE17 NE15 NE30

WiRlam Jewell lnvitatfonal NE45

Beetric:e Invitational NE37 NE15 NE31 NE17 NE35 NE32

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Dirk Baker, wrctJtllng at 112 pounds, tries to improve his position.

From the instant he stepped onto the wrestling mat, senior Jon Larchick knew exactly what he wanted-a state championship.

It was the moment he'd been waiting for since the fourth grade.

This was it--the final match of the state wretling tournament. If he made all of the right moves, he could have it all, if not, he'd never get another chance.

Larchick began wrestling in the fourth grade, after his parents and his older brother, who was also a wrestler, encouraged him to do so.

His first coach was none other than Northeast head coach, John McIntyre, to whom Larchick credits much of his success.

"Coach McIntyre is the one who realized I had the potential to get where I am today. He helped a lot through the years," Larchick said.

He continued to wrestle and improve, and with every match he was just one step closer to fulfilling his dream.

Once Larchick began high school, his future started ·to take shape. He finished in fifth place at the state tournament as a sophomore. Larchick said he was pleased with the finish . As a junior Larchick once again finished in fifth place.

Disappointed by this finish, Jon vowed that as a senior he would not take a back seat to anyone.

Larchiek.was well on his way to a state championship title, as he

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.

Larchick · finished the season ranked as the number one wrestler .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."

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.

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Student Lincoln Southeast 108 Manager Dirk Rains/ Student < M ~ r Millard. North 93 .. Duncan, Assistant Coach Jim Perry; Fremont 14 · C913-ch :Tracy Stauffert ·• Ftont Row:. ~ Mike Colurrt>us 63 M~yfleld, •·· Byers, ' Mike Fra)n, Dennis . .Rais(on\66 ,, Sief,ker, Roger Lynn, ,Jeff /Enevolds&n, .Mi9k ':,ti Seth Lutz, -' Matt Br~dley, St~ve ' Touma,nent Season • Jason Peterson, · Dusty Cink; ' Jay 11thof14 KnightSpriht f,l , Mik~ Ritchie. ' .

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Lincoln High 96 9th of 14 Hastings 113 Lincoln East 111 Grand Island 89 · 8th of 16 Uncoln Southeast 106 Millard North 118 Fremont84

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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

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First-year swimming coach Tracy Stauffer (right) is shown with a pair of top Rockets swimmers, Jody Hansen and Jenny Baus.

A Rocket diver bends over backwards during a plunge from the low board.

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.

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

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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.

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Right-hander Dave Svehla is in his wind-up. Svehla was an All-State selection and All-City Honorary Captain.

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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 NE4 NE1 NE10 NE4 NE7 NE6 NE5 NE 11 NE4 NE13 NE8 NE 11 NE2 NE3 NE 1 NE9 NE10 NE7

Millard South 3 Ralston 10 Lincoln High 5 Lincoln Southeast 6 Lincoln East 8 Lincoln High 5 Lincoln East 4 Omaha St. Joseph 1 Creighton Prep 7 Papillion 7 Lincoln Southeast 6

PlusX4 Millard South 1 Omaha Northwest 8 Lincoln Southeast O District PlusX7 Lincoln Southeast 8 State Ralston 10

Randy Beach trots the bases after hitting a base hit.

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1987 Reserve Roster Eric Lowe OF Hugh Lawson INF David Hunt INF-P Brad Domingo OF Kelly Smith INF-P Mick Long INF-P Clint Gerkin INF-OF Todd Wesslund INF-P Jeff Ochsner INF-P Larry Warner INF-OF Aaron Griess C-P Rob Kant OF-P Jason Martins INF-P Dana Wendelin INF-P Coach Bruce Reed

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NE 9 NE3 NE 9 NE 10 NE 2 NE 12 NE 11 NE O NE11 NE 4 NE 13 NE 2 NE 9 NE 8

Lincoln High 1 R~~on7 Lincoln Southeast 6 Omaha Northwest 9 Lincoln East 4 Lincoln High 2 Lincoln East 1 Papillion 11 ~usX1 Lincoln Southeast 5 PiusX 1 LPSTourney Lincoln Southeast 0 Lincoln High 2 Lincoln East 3

Phil Eggerllng attempts to make the play at first from his third base position.

Apparently, the runner has stolen second base safely, as the throw was too high.

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 NE12 NE7 NEB NE 11 NE15 NE4 NE 1 NE14

Turning a double play was no problem for the sophomore team, who finished with a 5-6 record.

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Lincoln High 3 Lincoln Southeast 13 Lincoln East 9 Lincoln East 1 Lincoln East 5 Lincoln High 5 Lincoln Southeast 8 Lincoln Southeast 13 LPSTourney Lincoln Southeast 14 Lincoln High 14 Lincoln East 0

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

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NWU Invitational 4th of 4-10 pts.

LPS Relays Beatrice 66 NE57 8th of 8-15 pts.

G.I. Invitational 8th of8 - 9 pts.

Fremont Invitational 6th of 8 - 29 pts.

Papillion Invitational 4th of 4-14 pts.

LPS Championships 6th of 6 -13 pts.

Greater Nebraska 7th of7 - 16 pts.

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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 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

1987 Results NWU Invitational LPS Relays

5th of 6 - 48.5 pts.

Tie 2nd of 4 - 46 pts.

Beatrice 53 G.I. Invitational 5th of 7 - 54.5 pts.

Westside Invitational 2nd of 5 - 69 pts.

Papillion Invitational 4th of 8 - 71 pts.

LPS Championships 4th of 4 - 46 pts.

Greater Nebraska 6th of 6 - 29 pts.

District 5th of 7 - 60 pts.

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Senior tennis player Jenni Mau goes after the ball. Mau and doubles partner Soni Fabry made it to the state tournament.

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Jackie Catt, a junior, puts all she has into returning a serve.

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Soni Fabry concentrates on getting the perfect spin on her return.

Kelly Rivers works on improving the delicate part of her tennis game.

1987 Girls Tennis Roster Irena Ahran Jacquelin Catt Aileen Chick Stacey Coffman Angela 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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District medalist Cory Fletcher lines up a putt during a practice round at Mahoney Golf Course.

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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

NE 1 NES NE1 NE2 NE2 NE2 NE2 NE2 NE1 NE3

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Lincoln High 4 Plattviaw2 Elkhorn 1 Bellevue East 8 Omaha Benson 3 Omaha South 3 Omaha Bryan 3 Lincoln Southeast 0 PiusX3 Omaha Northwest 0 Lincoln East 6 Omaha St. Joseph 3

1987 Results G.I. Invitational NE179 Ralston/Westside Inv. LPS Championships NE322 ColJFreJNor. Inv. Capitol City Invitational Greater Nebraska NE325 District State

8th of 12- 355 Beatrice 1n 4th of 19 - 328 2nd of4-330 PiusX334 5th of 16-336 3rd of 12- 314 2ndof6-319 Beatrice 334 4th of7-329 Did Not Qualify

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.

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You are everything we could have ever hoped for.

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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 to congratulate you and wish each of you the best of luck always.

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.

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Congratulations Kristi!

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.

Our love and prayers go with you. May the future hold the best of everything for you.

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Dawn Mertz, Reach for the Moon, Dawn. In my book, you're already a star.

Best of Luck!

From Kindergarten through 12th, you've made us so proud.

Good luck with your future plans.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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Dave Svehla and Jim Ernst look in disbelief as graduation draws closer.

Dirk Baker proudly receives his diploma from School Board member, Marian Price.

Pershing Municipal Auditorium has hosted graduation exercises for many years.

Carla Scheinost knows graduation was a happy steppingstone for her future.

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Barnett, Jeff 52 Banels, Mrs. Jean 19, 102

Bassett, John Bastin, Lisa 88 Bauer, Kirrt>erly 74 Baumann, Lori 52, 115 Baus, Wendi 53,116,117, 168

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Boelter, Thomas 53 Bokelman, Kala 75 Bond, Nicole 88, 151, 168 Bonnett, Nancy 88 Bonnett, Theresa 75 Borgmann, Daniel 53 Borkowski, Joanne 75 Borman, Jennifer 52 Borman, Melissa 88 Borrell, Jay 74 Borreson, Tracy 52, 118 Boston, Leah 28, 30, 52 Bouwens, Jennifer 74, 114 Bouwens, Tamara 74, 163 Boward, Anthony 52, 167 Boyce, Lisa 89 Boyd, Michael 74, 145, 167 Boys Golf 178, 179 Boys Tennis 152, 153 Bozak, Bridgette Bozak, Stephen 52, 142 Bradley, Matthewv 95, 168 Bradley, Michelle 53, 117 Bradley, Rodney 89, 145, 161 Bradshaw, Terence 53 Brannin, David 53 Breemes, Dawn 89, 149, 165 Brehm, Michael 75, 133, 154 Breneman, Lanny Brennan, Curtis 89, 145 Brennloerder, JiU Brewster, Chad 89, 145, 161 Brewster, Kristine 114 Briley, Deanna Bringelson, Carin 53 Brittenham, Michael 114 Britton, Cindy 29, 54 Brodecky, Louise 76, 126 Broderick, Sean 54 Broers, Douglas 88 Brokofsky, Teri 32, 76 Brophy, John 88 Brown, Danny 76 Brown, Debra 54 Brown, Jennifer Brown, Melanie 76 Brown, Timothy 76 Brown, Mrs. Virginia 102 Brown, Mn. Wanda 103 Brox, Tirrothy 48, 54 Bruns, Alan 55 Brym, Jennifer 88, 129 Buchanan, Kelly 76 Buchanan, Lynette 55 Buchanan, Robbie 27, 88 Buck, Garrett 77 Buckmaster, Wendy 77, 114

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Cemy, Andrea 54 Cemy, Jennifer 88 Cerny, Rian 54 Chaloupka, Susan 77 Chamber Singena 112,113 Charrpoux, Dennis 25, 55, 150,151 Qlapman, Mr. Bruce 103 Chick. Aileen n Chloupek, Kenneth 88, 91 Chloupek, Lynell Christiansen, Joei 88, 148, 149

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Coleman, Jeffrey 91 Colerick, Dr. Richard 102 Collingham, Mn. Laurie 102 Collins, Christina 91, 165 Collins, Dawn 76 Coffins, Tarrmy 76, 87 Collins, Troy 55 Collister, J.h. &mal 102 Collura, Mr. Richard 103, 145, 159 Colon, t.h. Fran 103 Concert Band 124,125 Concert Choir 114, 115 Condello, Jason 77 Connot, Mr. Randal 102

Conrad, Rex 77 Cook, Mr. Gale 102 Cook, Ronald 75 Cook, Tricia 91 Coolidge, Vonda 55, 114 Coonce, Bruce 55, 123 Coonrod, Clinton 55 Cooper, Tarrmy 91 Copeland, Tanja 77 Cornell, Lloyd 77

Correiro, Tonia 55 Coulter, Billie 76 Cover, Stacey 91 Cox, Derek 76 Cox, Scott 90 Craig, Jamie 90 Craig, Michael 76 Cramer, Christi 90 Crandall, Heather 90 Crandall, Jennifa Crawford, Jeff 91 Cremas, Dennis 91, 167 Cremas, Pierre 145, 167 Creps, Todd 91 CrisweR, Cayleen 76 C,od(Br, Anngee 76, 114,

Dinges, Lori 91 Dirks, Larry 56 Divine, Charles 91 Divis, Lorie 76, 114 Domingo, Brad 75, 76, 145 Domingo, Brenda 91, 149 Donahoo, Dawn 91 Donahoo, Ken 167 Donahoo, Robert 91 Donovan, Andy 18, 76, 133, 134,135

Dougherty, Denise Douglas, Sonja 91 Downs, Lucinda 76 Drake, Brent Drake, Dean 76, 145, 157 Drake, Joan 76, 165 Draper, James 56 Duerr, Jennifer 116, 117 Dughman, Michelle 91 Dukes, Janelle 56, 125, 131 Duncan, William 57, 142, 168 Duntz, Edward Durst, Jiff 90 Durst, John 76 Durst, Kirrberly Dvorak, Larry 57, 122 Dvorak, Marcus Dyer, Candy 76 Dyer, Scot1y 90

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Eastep, Jay 76, 168 Eberhardt, Gerald 76 Eckman, Steven 57, 142 Eden, Mrs. Rita 102 Edgecorrbe, Lisa Effie, Sheila 90 Egger, John 76 Eggerling, James 57, 125 Eggerfing, Phlll~ 90, 126,

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Ehlers, David 76, 125 Ehlers, Michael 56, 109, 139 Eiland, Garret 76, 146 Einspahr, Michael Eischeid, Stephanie 122 Eisenbarth, Michael 91 Eisenbar1h, Shonna 91 , 149, 165

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Erickson, Deborah 91 Ernst, James 57, 203 Ersch, Michael 76, 83 Escherbrenner, Wade 76, 161

Estle, Vicky 57 Evans, Matthew 91

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Hansen, James 79 Hansen, Jody 79, 145, 168 Hansen, Michael 93 Hansen, Natalie 31, 59 Hansen, Spencer 93, 167 Hansen, Traci 59, 146 Hansson, Gary Hardesty, Patrick 59, 110, 114,115, 142,174 Hardesty, Troy 93 Harig, Jeff 79 Harlow, Donald 93 Harms, Robert Harner, Michelle 34, 79 Harpham, Brian 79, 145 Harris, Janet 78 Hart, Michelle 78,110, 114 Hartung, Clin!on 58 Hartung, Randall 58 Hartung, Rebecca 59, 155 Haruf, Sorel 58, 114, 133 Hassenplug, Sally 78 Haugen. Kin'tlerly 78 Hauptmeier, Clinton 58, 142 Hays, Jeffrey 32, 79 Headlee, Colette 92 Hegener, Scott Heinbigner, Rodney 59 Helget, Danieele 92 Heller, Robyn 92 Helmers. Brian 59, 142 Helmstadter. Scott 79 H81'Tl)81. Shannon 92 Henderson. Mary 92 Henke, Kenny 59 Hennington, Angela 79, 110.

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Kasi, William 21, 60, 132 Kassebaum, Gerald 92 Kaufman, Angela 92 Kaufman, David 80, 110 Kaup, Crystal 60 Kavan, Ryan 80 Kehm, Nickole 80 Kelley, Raymond Kelly, Michael 60 Kelso, Codie 80 Kerrper, Kerry 92 Kendall, Kelli 80 Kennett. Shawn 25, 61 Kent, Dennis 81 Kidney, Peggy 81 King, Michael 42, 61 , 134, 135 Kingston, Mrs. Constance 19,104

Kinney, Christopher 81 Kirk, Robert 92 Kliment, Melissa 81 Kline, Kevin 61 Kloke, Cindy 51, 80, 116, 117 Knittle, Michael 61, 168 Knoblach, Jean 92 Knoblach, Julie 60 Knox, Angela 60 Knudson, Heather 80 Koch.James 60,61, 112 Koch, Lisa 40, 53, 60, 1~.

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Laser Discs It fizzles ...

Lt.Col. Oliver North

L.t>elle, Sherri 61 Lacey, Lauri 95 Lacey, Shawn 131 LaFolletle, Mrs. Janet 104 Landis, Matthew 81, 178 Landkamer, Danny Landkamer, Kellie 80, 128, 165 Lane, Angela Lane, Nathan 27, 95, 129, 137,154 Lantz, James 80, 145 Larchick, Jon 62, 142. 166, 167 Larsen, Carol 62. 114, 116, 117, 151 Larsen, Mnl. Mary 104 Larsen, Scott Larson, James 80, 145, 168 Larson, Teresa Laughlin, Michelle 80 Laundreaux, Stephanie Laursen, Shannon 95 Laursen, Shelli Lautenschlage, Shane 94 Lautenschlage, Shawn 94 Lawer, Julie 95 Lawer, Steven 39, 62 Lawson, Hugh 94, 145, 161 Lawson, Nicco 114 Le, Loan 94 Le, Phuong 95 Leadabrand, Dirk 95, 126 Lebo, James Lebsack, Scott Lederer, Matthew 80 Leever, Mr. Jeny 27, 103, 129

Lengel, Stanley Lenhoff, Christopher 80 Lesoing, Daniel 79, 80, 145, 157 Lester, Aricka 95 Lewis, Robert 95 Leybold, Christopher 80 Leybold, Karla 57, 62, 136, 137 Lind, Kathleen 63,. 113 114, 122 Linderman, Justina Lingard, Lynnette Lingard, Richard 95 Lionberger, Amy 63 Lipskey, Scott Litt, Dawn 80, 125 Logan, Jessica Lollmann, Laurie 63 Long, Michael 80, 145, 161 Longe. Andrew 95, 145, 161 Longe, Mra. Mary 104 Longsine, Angela Lott, Shelia 63 Love. Jeffrey 63 Lovell, Megan 62, 116, 117 Lovrien, Rick 95, 167 Lovstad, James 94 Lowe. Diane 94 Lowe, Eric 80, 94, 144, 145, 161 Lutt>en, Jamson 62, 142 Ludwig, Josie Ludwig, Lane Ludwig, Shane 87, 114 Lutes, Kathleen 94, 131 Lutz, Amy 117 Lyman, Greg 80, 87 Lynn, Jennifer Lynn, Roger 39, 94, 168 Lyon, Mark 62

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Michael J.Fox It fizzles ...

Mondays · Maatsch, Deaun 95, 165 Mach, Mr. Don 105 Magree, Angela 95, 168 Mahoney, Brian 95 Mahoney, John 80 Maich, David Makovicka, Shane 62 · Mallum, Meghan 95 Marni, Wayne

Manley, Jodi 95 Manley, Weldon 80 Manning, Troy 80 Mara, Jennifer 95 Maranville, Clay 95, 127, 145 March, David 80 Marching Band 122, 123 Marolf, M-. Richard 21, 105 Marsical, Richard 80 Mars, Michelle 94 Marsh: Richard 63, 114, 142 Martaus, Nicole 63 Martaus, Penny 80, 83 Martin, Arien 63 Martin, Chris 94, 167 Martinez, Marvlyn Martins, Jason 94, 161 Martison, Christopher 63, 153 Masek, Stacey 94, 168 Mason, Eric 80, 83, 127, 168 Massa, Tracy 95 Masters, Brian Masters, Laura 63 Masters, Tami 95 Masters, Troy 62, 167 Math Club 136, 137 Matthews, Michelle 80, 148, 149,165 Mattingly, Dana 20, 32, 62, 118 Mau, Jennifer 62, 162. 163, 176 Maul, Cory 95 Mayfield, Michael 95, 168 McBlemoc, Justin 95 McCloskey, Ronald 62. 142 McConkey, Jetfery 80,153 McConkey, Todd 63 McCorrrick, Jon 63, 142, 178 McCrea, Sharilyn 95 McDiffett, Patricia 63, 118, 138,1 39 McFarland, Nicole 80 McGee, Sidney McGinnis, Wade 63 McGrew, Melissa 95, 149 McHatton, Scott 94, 125 McIntyre, Mr. Jotwl 167 McKay, Dawn 63 McKee, Jodie 94 McKie, Patrick 80 McKinney, Shawna Mclain, Todd 80 McMahill, Daniel 62 McMaster, Laurie 20, 168 McN98S8. Cynthia 82, 131 McReynolds, Kevin 62, 127 Meistersingers 47, 112, 113 Mericle, Tarnrrff 82 Merritt, Brian 82 Mertes, Kin1>erty 82, 114 Mertz, Dawn 62, 116, 117 Mesquita, Cezar 83 Mesquita. Sandro, 168 Meyers, Jennifer 83 Meyers, Trent 82 Michaelson, Elaine 83, 165 Michaud, Troy Mielke, Steve 94, 145, 168 Miller, Cindy 62, 115 Miller. Darin 83,112,113 Miller, Gail 63 Miller, Michelle 94 Miller; Shawn 95 Miller, Susan 63, 201 Minnick, Traci 63, 17 Mitchell, Tina 83 Mock, David 95 Modrell, Shannon '95 Moeller, Donald "Chip" 63 Moeller, Daniel 114 Moniz, Lori 83 Monroe, Tanmy 82, 120 Mook. Kelly 82 MOON, Mr. Sany 105 Moraveck. AITT/ 63, 1 14 Morehead, Rodney 82, 125 Morley, Lanette 95 Motis, Kristi 82, 114 Mowatt. Joe Moya, Scott 95 Moyer, Brian 83 Moyer, Kevin Mueler, Mr. A. Jack 44, 105 Muhle, Steven 83 Mullen, Heather Muller, Edward Muniz, Nancy 83

Munns, Mike Munns, Sarah 95 Murphy.James 83,114, 142 Murphy, Patricia 64, 130, 131 Murray, Joni 83 Murtaugh, Debora 89, 95 Musil, Frank 64 Musil, Jason 96 Musil, John 96 Myers, Trent

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Northeast It fizzles ...

Nicaragua Nagele, Mr. Richard 201 Nance, Mrs. Jill 19, 103, 105 Nance, Roland 36, 82, 145 Nash, Mrs. Annette 105 National Honor Society 73 Navas, Mr. Robert 105 Neal, Jo Ellen 64, 114, 168 Neal, Marcus n , 82. 114, 166,167 Neiswanger, Mark 96 Nelson, Connie 96 Nelson, Cory 96 Nelson, Nancy 96 Nelson, Nicole 154 Nelson, Shana 82 Neujahr, Shelly 64] Newburn, M's. Marlene 105 Newman, James 83 Nguyen. Thy 83 Nguyen, Xuan 83 Nichols, Mr. Duane 105

Nickol, Mrs. Lynn 105 Nielsen, Josie Niemeyer, Steven 83 Nienaber, Cynthia 97 Nilsson, Mr. Tim 31 Nissen, James 83 Nix, Johathan 97, 161 Nobbman, Gerald 39, 83 Noe, Sheryl 64 Noe, Suzanm, 134, 135 Noha. Robert Nolting, Damon 97, 167 Noonan, David 93, 97, 145 Noonan, Mark 79, 97, 161 Norris. Bradford 65 Northouse, Jonathan 96 Northway, Richard NOYak, Michelle 65, 146, 147 NOYak, Tanya 96, 148, 149 Nutzman, Amie 11 7

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Opus It fizzles ...

Oral Roberts Oakley, Bic:toria 82 Obrecht, Kati 82 Obrien, Connie O'Connell, Nathal 96, 145, 167 Ochsner, Jeffrey 96, 161 Ochsner, T.J. 82, 158 Ochsner, Tarilyn Oehm. Michael 65, 114, 115 Ogbum, Scott Ogden. Julie 96, 149, 165 Olsen, Aaron 82 Olsen, Candice 65 Onarheim. Nina 64 Orchestra 126, 127 Osburn, Matthew 64, 137 Ostrand, Teri Ostransky, Steven 83 Owen, Christopher 83 Owens, Ashley 21, 112, 114, 131 Owens, Shalon 114

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Peewee Herman

Rambo

Packett, Karen 96 Pagel, Shana 97, 149, 165 Palik, Teresa 64, 117 Pallesen, Michael Palmer, Jeffrey 83 Park, Richard 97 Parker, Jeffrey 83,145 Parrott, Darren 97, 145 Parrott, Todd 83 Patak, Kevin 64 Patterson, Pamela 97, 101, 138,139 Paulson, John 84 Pavey. Amy 65 Pavey, Jessica 96 Peart, James 65 Pearl, Jon 97, 145 Pearson, Rodney 65 Peet, Terri 65 Pennington, Lisa 64 Peralez, Michelle 64 Perkins, Jennifer 84, 86 Perkins, Kindra 84 Perkins, Lance 64 Perkins, Leisha 97 Perry, Bobbette 84 Perry, Mr. James 44, 105 168 Pershing Joe 96 ' Persinger, Lori Peters, Mrs. Sendra 105 Peterson, Charla 84, 131 Peterson, Erin 96 Peterson, Jason 96, 168 Peterson, Michael 43, 64, 157, 158, 162 Peterson, Theresa 47, 48, 61, 64 Pfeiffer, Mr. Phillip 106 Phillips, Jeffrey 65 Phillips, Shawn Phimps, Timothy 65 Pickard, Philip 65 Pieere, CUmus 96 Pierce, Brian 84 Pierce, Cory 85 Pierson, Rebekah 85 Pietrowski, Peter 85 Pinar, Kaucah 97 Pirnie, Jeffrey 97 Pitches, Shari 85 Pitchie, Michael 65, 168 Plantz, Steven 64 Plith, Mr. Kemeth 106 Plurrb, Troy 84, 142, 144, 145,157 Plummer, Tamara 84, 148, 149 Pojar, Che,yl 97 Pollard, Rod 64 PoUema, Lowen 96 Pollema, Val.ie 64, 131 Poole, Becky 84 Poore, Ill-a. Karen 106 Pope, Mike 64 Potter, Roxann 64 PoweN, Lori 84 Pratt, Doug 65 Price, Amy 96, 165 Priebe, Kirrberly 96 Pros0&ki, K'trrberly 84, 114 Pr0&0&ki, Stewn 65 Purcell, Brian 84

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Quartz Watches It fizzles ...

Quiz Shows

Rabago, Anthony 96 Rabago, Fernando 96 Rabago, Stephanie 85 Rahrs, Kristen Rains, Dirk 142, 168 Ramos, Mike 85 Randall, Jeff 85 Randall, Sean Rank, Brian 85, 142, 161 Rankin, Lance Rathe, Christopher 97, 145 Rathe, Mr. Jim 153 Rathe, Michael 97, 145 Rathe, Vicki 65, 163 Ravin, Denise 65 Raymer, Mr. Bruce 106 Rea, Dana 97 Ream, Melissa 84 Rediger, Shawn 97, 145 Redling, Aaron 97 Reed, Mr. Bruce 142, 143 Reed, Chistina 96 Reed, Donald 66 Reed, Mr. Scott 142 Reikofski, Shelly 66 Reints, Ronald Renick, Scott 66 Renker, Amy Renton, Mike 96 Reserve Baseball 172, 173 Reserve Boys Basketbaa 160 161

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Reserve Football 144, 145 Reserve Girls Baskelbel 164 165 ' Reserve Voaeybal 148, 149 Reubenking, William 66 Reynolds, Amber Richardson, Brck11ey 25, 57, 67, 114, 157, 159 Ridpath, Patrick 67, 142 Riege, Gary 96, 127 Rigby, Jeffery 67, 153 Riggs, Shane 36, 84 Riha. Brenda 23, 67, 130, 13l Riha. Sandra 67, 168 Rine, Mra. Shirley 19, 106, 136 Ring, Tarrmy Rinke, Kim 28, 66, 131 Ripley.Michael 66,157,171 Rippe, Michael Rivers.Cheri Rivers, KeHy 66, 110, 168,

1n Rober1s, William 96, 139 Rober1son, William Robison, Ill-a. Naomi 106 Robinson, Spencer 66, 142 Roblyer, Aaron 96 Rockemann, Mark 67, 113, 125 Roeber, Kelli 67, 110, 112, 137 Roesler, Rebecca 67, 110, 146,163 Roether, Michelle 84 Rogers, Amy Rogers, Andrew 96 Rogers, Angela Rogers, Cara Rogers, Chad 96, 98 Rogge, Michael Rogge, Mr. Willi1111 40, 106, 136, 137 Rogman, Joey 67, 157 Rolenc, Robert 84 Rolenc, Terry Romack, Mike 26, 96 Rondeau, Daniel 29, 67 Rook. Catherine 84,120, 121, 145

Root, Richard 96 Quick.Amy 96

Rowe, Ryan 84 Rumfelt, David Russell, Jerry 66, 142 Rutt, Jennifer 96 Rutt.John 66 Rutt, Michael Rutt, Robert. 96 Rutt, WiUiam 67 Rystrom, Jeremy 96

Rose, Yolanda Ross, Kristen 30, 66, 117 Raert, Michelle 96

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Spuds MacKenzie It fizzles ...

Space Shuttle Sacks, Shari 149 Sage, Larry Sailors, Anissa 67 Salmen, Kenneth 85 Saltzman, Richard 85 Samson, Tanya 98 Sand, Staci 98 Sands, Mrs. Barbara 106 Savage, Christy 85 Savage, Daniel 98 Sayer, Melissa 67 Scaggs, David 67, 134, 135 Scaggs, Steven 98 Schaffer, Todd 36, 67 Schaub, Suewart 75, 85 Scheel, Paul 84 Scheffert, Mrs. Leona 106 Scheinost, Carla 66, 114, 203 Scheinost, Carol 66 Schelby, Suzanne 66, 130, 131,168 Schell, Jennifer 99 Schilke, Jame 66 Schilke, Jeff 84 Schilke, Jerry 67 Schlecht, Kristina 67, 138, 139 Schleiger, Shellie 99 Schlosser, Lance 84, 142, 145,174 Schmale, Alisa 84, 114, 168 Schrridt, Gail 48, 67 Schmohr, John 37, 67 Schneider, Brett 67 Schneider, Jason Schneider, Teresa 68 Schnell, Karey 84 Schoening, Mr. Lym 106, 161

Schoeppner, Troy 85 Schomaker, Laura 85 Schriner, Michelle 84, 150, 151 Schriner, Stacey Schriner, Wayne 84 Schrock, Heather 85 Schroeder, Mrs. Anita 106 Schroeder, Jeffrey 99 Schulenberg, Diane 99 Schuenberg, Mra. Bizabeth 106 Schultz, Jennifer 99, 134, 135 SchunaM, MrL Nesha 106 Schwab, Roger 99 Schwartz, Danielle 68 Schwartz, Lynelle 28, 99 Schwenneker, Donald Schwertfeger, Brent 98, 145 Schwichterberg, Sue 68 Schwindt, Lyn 85 Scott, Mra. Claudine 107 Scott, Leonard 68, 69, 138, 139 Scott, James 98 Scott, Tracey 39,68 "See, The" 134, 135 Sell, Carrie 69 Seng, ,..._ Leroy 106 Seng, Phillip 27, 84, 85 Settles, Laurie 69 Seward, James 98 Shafer, Rick 46, 65, 69, 112 Shangreaux, Rachel Shaw, Doyt Shaw, Samuel 69, 142

Sheridan, Louie 68, 113, 157 Sheridan , Matthew 68 Sherman, Michael 68 Sherman, Steven Shields, Steven 47, 66, 68, 135 Shonerd, Jay 68 Shonerd, Michael 98 Shortridge, Robby 128, 129, 145 Shriner, Wayne Shurter, Shon 99 Siebe, Carol 29,79, 84, 163 Siebe, Sonya 99, 122 Siefker, Dennis 84, 113, 114, 150, 168 Siefker, Gena 84 Siegel, Chawn Siegl, Joseph 99, 167 Sills.Daniel Simons, Gena 69, 137 Simons, Laura 78, 84, 11 o, 120 Simons, Gabriel 99 Simpson, Curt 99 Simpson, Michael 84, 89 Singleton, Jana 84 Sipes, Carrie 84 Sis, Joseph 62, 69, 154 Skaggs, Corey 99, 167 Skinner, Cliti 69 Skjaaveland, Ase 69, 168 Skoda, Brenda 68 Slagle, Debra 68 Slagle, Jeffrey 99 Slater, James 98 Slechta, Marta 48, 74, 84 Slips, Todd 68 Smejdir, Douglas 98 Smid , Roger 98 Smid , Roxanne 84, 131 Smith, Casey 154, 155 Smith, Diane 68, 163 Smith, Kelly 98 Smith, Krissa 99 Smith, Marilyn 68 Smith, Michelle 69 Smith, Michelle R. 99, 154 Smith, Ramone 99 Smith, Richard 84 Smith, Robert 84 Smith, Scott 27, 99 Smith.Wendy 84 Snook, Jenifer 84 Snyder, Timothy 84, 113, 114,123,161 Soccer 178, 179 Sollin, Kathleen 75, 82, 84, 113,114 Solberg, Janeen Solberg, Michelle Sophomore Baseball 172, 173 Sophomore Boys Basketball 160, 161 Sophomore Football 144, 145 Sophomore Girts Basketball 164,165 Sophomore Volleyball 148, 149 Soucie, Michael 99, 168 Souders, Paul 27, 91, 93, 99 Sovereign, Craig Sovereign, Tracy 99 Spale, Michelle Spahni, Mary Ann 18, 107

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Steiner, Jarod 98, 150 Stelk, tks. Alinda 107 Stephens, Scott 86 Stewart, Rebecca 98 Stitt, Tim Stoki, James 99 Stolzer, Karen 99, 125, 168 Stone, Christopher Stoppel, Terry 68 Story, Mrs. Phyllis 107 Story, Mr. William 24, 25, 107 Strack, Erich 86 Street, Keira 99 Street, Sean Stroh, Toby 99 Stuchl, Kenneth 68 Student Council 130,131 Stueck, Kirmerty 86 Stueler, Connie 86 Sullivan, Lisa 68 Sullivan, Michael Sumner, Dominic Sutton, Sheila 87 Svehla, David 25, 69, 140, 142, 143, 156,157, 159, 170,171,203 Svoboda, Wendy 69, 163 Swanson, Lori Swartz, Jetfrey Swimming 168, 169 Swing Choir 46, 110, 111 Swisher, Fawn 87 Swisher, Shawn 69, 142, 167 Swoboda, Shari 69, 113, 117,139 Sydik, Ronda 99 Sydow, Shirl Symphonic Band 124, 125

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Tom Cruise It fizzles ...

Televangelism Tafoya, Amber Tarri>ke, Randy 99 Tast, Sarah 99 Taylor, Donna 87, 165 Taylor, William 87 Teachman, Teresa 87 Tejral, Linda 70 Thelen, Marsha 87 Thetka, Kristy 98 Thetro, Kristy Thienel, Brenda 98, 151 Thomas, AngeUne 98 Thomas, Mr. Bwen 107 Thomas, Jeffrey 98 Thomas, Joseph 114 Th~on. Christian 99 ThOOlJSon, Jelfrey 70, 142 Th00l'.)6on, Kirrberty Thomsen, Kristin 70 Thomsen, Lori 70, 114 Thorson, Randall 99 Throne, George Throne, Marele 99 Tibbs, Hallie 99, 133 Tilberg, Randi 86 Tindle, Corintha 71, 114 Tingley. Steven Tipton, Christine 48, 49, 71 Torr;ctck, Scott Tompkin, Mary 71, 136 TOOl)kins, Christopher 99, 167 Toomey, James 99, 145, 161 Torell, Benjarrin 99, 145 Track 174, 175 Trarrbly, Josh 51, 81, 86, 153, 156, 157, 158 Trauernicht, Lana 71 Trautner, Christene 27, 100 Trembley, Janelle 86 Triple Trio 47, 110, 111 Triplette, Asa 86 Trouba, Carla 48, 71 Trouba. Diane 100, 125 Tlbach, Christian 87 Tumbleson, Lisa 70 T11r<>I< .l<>ffrov 7n

Turek, Jodi 42, 100 Turner, Christian 100 Turner, Jodi 96 Turner, Kimberly 70 Turnwall, Kay 100 Tuttle, Vicki 87 Tyrell, Mrs. Cindy 107 Twirlers 120, 121

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U2 It fizzles ...

U.S.S. Stark Ude, Lisa ~ton, Lisa ~ton, Shelley 70 Urban, Tracy 120

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Vanna White It fizzles ...

Video Games Vacha, Kristi Van Cleal, Jessica 87 Van Horn, Darcy Jo 101 Van Vleck, Scat 101 Vanackern, Tammy 71 , 13 1 Vanamerongen, Gerald 87 Vang, Dennis 71 Vang, Ka~ma 101, 165 Varga, Kaspm 87 Varrati, John 86, 170 Varrati, Patricia 101, 164, 165 Varsity Baseball 170, 171 Varsity Boys Basketball 158 159, 160, 161 , Varsity Cheerleaders 118, 119

Varsity Footbal 142, 143 Varsity Girts Baskeball 162, 163 Varsity Volleybal 146, 147 Vasquez, Allen 71, 168 Vculek, Daniel 71 , 142 Vejraska, Jeremy 71 Vercillino, Mrs. Sandra 107 Vergith, Krista 101 Vetter, Ty 100 Vidlak, Wendy 100 Vifquain, Carrie 100 Vokolek. D.J. 21, 71, 142, 14'.:' 158 Vokolek, Kim 20, 100, 146, 1t,, 157, 163 Vonfeldt, Jeffrey 100 Voorhies, Harmony 86 Vosler, Rodney Vosler, Tina Vrana, Deanna 70

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"Wheel of Fortune" It fizzles ...

Women's Li b Wachter, Stephanie Waddel, Jerry 42, 100, 152, 10, Waldo.Andrea 101,162,163 Waldo, Deborah 70 Walek, Andrea 86, 146, 147 Walker, Barbara 70, 133 Walrath, Karen Walter, Daniel 86, 145 Walton, Daniel 86, 142, 145 Walvoord, Jill 101, 165 Ward, Mas Brenda 107 Wardle, Gregory 101

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 Waters, 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 Wendelin, Doug 1oo Wenzl, Brett 70 Wenzl, Curtis 37, 87 Wenzl, Michael Werner, Chris 97, 100, 125 Weskaf'Tl), Christoph81' 70 Wesslund, Todd 100, 153, 161 West, Janelle 87 Whisenhunt, Chanda 71 Whisenhunt, Derek 79, 87 White, Brent 101,1 53 Whtte, Christopher 101 White, Joshlyn 101 , 168 White, Kevin 71,154, 167 White, Kirrt>erly 87 White, Larry 101, 161 White. Michelle 86 White.Patricia 71 White. Tammy Whitehurst, Amy 86, 87, 114 Whitson, Christopher Whichman, Carla 101, 149 Wiegert, Mark 71 Wiegert, Timothy 100 Wieneke, Kristi 100 Wiese, Paul 71 Will. Amy 100 Will, Kelly 72, 114 Willemsen, Mr. Hervy 107, 163 Willet, Amy 100, 148, 149 Williams, Jack 100, 154 Williams, Jennifer 100 Williams, Jill 72, 110, 114 Williams, Joan 72, 111, 114, 115,117 Williams, Jonie Williams.Justin 101, 161 Williams, Kenneth 86 Williams, Lisa 86 Williams, Michele 72 Williams, Tanya 72 Williams, Tracy 28, 86 Williams, Trista 101 Williamson, Matthew Williss, John 101 Wills. Sue 72 Wilson, Chellsey 101, 149,

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Yogurt It fizzles ...

Yuppies Yant, Adeymi 72, 139 York, Richard 100 Young, John 87 Young, Patricia

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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

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

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