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Traditian hald ta past; apen daars ta futur Tradition-it's not like it ever really went away-completely. By going Back to Black, a resurgence in spirit was brought about with only reflections of the past. This was just one more step in adefinitemovementtoward the new decade.
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Heads turned from the local and national to the internationa! scene as Westside was chosen alongwithnine other schools in the country to participate in an exchange program witlt the Soviet Union.
Heads turned back to Westside as the athletic teams showed their abilities on and off the fields, from making L-------' fabulous plays to mastering the country club sports, and from toilet papering houses to singing at the bonfire. (continued on page 5)
A MUMMIFIED Christian Madson, the younger brother of Courtney Madson, (12), stands calmly in his yard as Brian Drelicharz, (12), and Mark Christensen, (12), finish wrapping him while the other football players continue to toilet paper the Madson house. Toilet papering became one of the traditions that occured every week at pie night. Photo by Joe Frost
WITH NERVOUS ANTICIPATION, the Homecoming candidates await the crowning of the king and queen. Ty Stewart and Courtney Madson, (12), were named the king and queen. Photo by Rick Kelley
PLOTTING THEIR crime,
Ryan Myers, (11). Pete Hazelrigg, (12), and Ted Fellman, (12), discuss the plan of action in the play, "Wait Until Dark." The fall production was a thriller with a breathtaking final scene. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
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flgh_t is demonstrated by the Society of Creative Acronisms at the first annual Renaissance fair. A puppet show and a magic production also took place during the fair. Photo by Joe Frost
SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE, the Westside Women's Show Choir, is lead by Geri Greeno's, (11), solo, "Whatever Lola Gets," at the fall performance in the Westside Auditorium Photo by Joe Frost
LIGHT THROUGH
BREAKS
the Westside High School sign at nighttime. This sign was the first thing many students saw at the start of each day. Photo by Joe Frost
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World History students took a step back in time and became more interested in the Renaissance during Westside's first Renaissance fair. The students performed puppet shows, songs, and dances to educate others about the time period.
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Students-- they turned their backs on the '80s to face the challenges of the '90s. They brought back the almost dormant feelings of enthusiasm, spirit, and the undying desire to succeed, which made going Back to Black a step in the right direction.
acations help expand students' horizons Getting away from the "Big 0" might have been the most exciting part of summer vacation. Trips across the country and across the world expanded the horizons of many students. "For hockey, my teammates and I played the Russians in Lake Placid, NY. We won two out of three games so we took them to dinner. No one spoke the opposite language so communication was a giant game of charades," Bryan Ganz, (12), said. Becoming a counselor or being a camper brought entertainment and physical challenge to those who willing to participate. "I was going to be a counselor at a camp in Wisconsin. Idroveupthere, and along the way I caught monostaff
ROAD TRIPS to various places were often taken
throughout the summer. Using all of her strength, Jessica Mason, (10), throws her heavy suitcase into the back of her Cherokee. Photo by Joe Frost
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counsel in fear that I would infect the kids," Asher Stoller, (12), said. "I went to Camp Thunderbird and we hiked for five weeks and went sightseeing in the northwest United States for three weeks," Jennifer Silver, (1 0), said. Family vacations may take time awayfrom the summer also. "I went to Seattle with the family. It wasn't that memorable, but at least it got me out of Omaha," Nicky Torskey, (12), said. "I only went to Squires camp for a week but at least it broke up the monotony of the summer," Kirsten Schatz, (11), said. Trips were sometimes the highlight of the summer. It didn't have to be far, but it was nice to see some new sights. Paris Heckman
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SKILL arc two of necessities required to accomplish a succcssfu of hiking. Adam Beckman, (12), balances on while Todd Parker, (12), observes from the Photo by Evan Howe
KNOWLEDGE about different countries is always best when you're actually in a foreign country. Matt Glasrud, (11), learns about Vienna, Austria, from a native dressed up in a historical costume. Photo by Patti Glasrud
•: ot everyone .' summer of sun, surf. Heartbreak can fill a summer with ·: Summer bummers were those anguish. "In the middle of the sumthings that made a person long for mer, I found out that my boyfriend had cheated on me three times," the first day of school. Dawn Taylor, (11), said. Vacations seemed like the best plan for unemployed students, but Punishments and parents shortthey sometimes turned into sumened summer fun. Grounding was a common punishment that parents mer bummers. "We went on a trip used. "I was grounded from my car to California. I was surfing and hit for two days because I was mean to my head on a rock when I fell. I went my mom. I was bored, but I thought to the hospital for two days with a concussion," Chuck Ebel, (9), said. it was a fair punishment," Will Becker, (11), said. Faculty members also experiSummer had some negative enced the disasters of vacation. While on his way to Manzanillo, '\ points. SummerbummerswereunMexico, Don Meredith, social stud- i· fortunate but likely for a lot of students. Mishaps, misunderstandies instructor, had an unfortunate ings, and malfunctions caused the experience. "My plane was oversummer to turn upside down. booked. We ended up spending a Heather Thomas at a small a
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FRESHMAN GIRLS Happy Hollow Country summer bummers and before the new school Rasmussen
hold a gossip session at Club. They discuss their have a final get together year. Photo by Janine
QUICK HANDS ARE NEEDED when making pizzas for a popular Italian restaurant. Perfecting his cooking skills, Kipp Howard,(ll), prepares a delicious feast. Working during the sununer is definitely a bummer for Howard. Photo by Chris Fasbender
SERIOUS THOUGHT is put into drawing up lesson plans for the new school year. David Richardson, debate coach, schedules the practice rounds for the Novice Tournament. Photo by Joe Frost A GOOD EYE IS NECESSARY when lifeguarding during the summer. Melissa Eberhart, (12) , spent her days lifeguarding at Regency pool in order to earn some extra money. Phi>to by Kate Scott
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ANTICIPATION is part of the game as Peter Chilian, (9), tries to guess where his opponent will hit the ball next. Chilian is one of the four freshman who made the varsity tennis team this year. Photo by Kate Scott
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A GOOD SLIDE is everything to a trombone player. Jon Fiddel.ke, (9), proves that during a hot summer practice, musical abilities can be improved. The marching band spent many sizzling hours practicing for competitions and football games. Photo by Chris Fasbender
PERFECTION IS THE DESIRED GOAL as Jody Johnson, (12), practices her beam routine. The gymnastics team showed improvement this year with all girls showing enthusiasm. Precision was necessary in all gymnastics events to avoid injury. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
TWO-A-DAYS during the summer get the freshmen up and running. Fred Hutchinson, football coach, goes through the motions to show the team what to do in preparation for their upcoming games. Photo by Chris Fasbender
eeking elusive utopia; practices add control If practice makes pertect, then Westside may very well be utopia. Over the summer, athletes sweated through workouts, spirit squads touched up on routines, and band members marched across the field to improve their skills. Summer practice for golf was mandatory to reach the peak ability. "I played five times a week this summer. Most of my Fridays were shot because l had to get up at 6 a.m.," Guy Haney, (11), said. Gymnastics practices, although worthwhile, weren't very painstaking. "Practices were very laid back, but they improved your skills if you gave an effort," Sarah Stueve, (9), said. Baseball was popular because it is a summer sport. "I practiced three
or tour times a week betore games started, to keep in shape, and because I like to play," Jeff Morford, (10), said. Marching band members practicedfivetimesaweekforfourhours. "Practice in the summer is similar to school practice because you're always marching and memorizing music," Andy Frank, (9), said. Drill squad members strived to perfect their routine for camp. "We started practice at 6:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday. We worked hard to do our best," Susie Matulevicz, (12), said. Maybe Westside isn't utopia, but summer practices put Westsiders back in control of their future in a positive way. Jeff Hellbusch
DECISIONS ARE ALWAYS tough when looks
are at stake. Heidi Potthoff, (10), coordinates he wardrobe for the next day of school. Photo by JOE Frost
AU. PACKED UP, Sarah Kohli, (9), is completely
prepared for her first day at Westside. The freshman class had the last meeting on the first day of school, but they were prepared the earliest. Photo by Joe Frost
FAMILIARITY with counselors is found before classes bcP;n. Kevin Atkinson, (12), reviews his altcratio,, in schedule with Gray Cunningham, guidance counselor. Many students usually find at least one problem with their schedules when they first receive them Photo by Joe Frost
S"IYLISII FOLDERS and designer notebooks arc
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mandatory supplies for an organized school year. Tanya Swisher, (10), and Angie Weaver, (10), pile new materials into a shopping cart at Walgreen' . 1'/wto by Joe Frost
vision. All of a sudden, a commercial for school supplies flashed across the television screen. Was that depressing, or what? Who thought about buying school supplies in the middle of July? Most students didn't. "I buy my school supplies the day before school starts. I think that's so depressing seeing commercials and store displays that early," Colleen McKain, (ll), said. The last few days before school started was the time when students looked back over. their rummer and remembered the big plans that they never kept. Many students found th 'tdone
summer. "A friend and I planned to go to Worlds of Fun for the past two . summers, but we never got around to it," Rosanne Gnarra, (12), said. Getting back into the old routine and giving up certain summer habits was one of the most difficult parts of returning to school. "It's a lot easier for me to sleep in instead of having to get at six in the morning for school. I'mnotamorningpersonatall," John Hertzler, (ll), said. Three months during school could seem like a lifetime, but the three months of summer flew by and were gone before they could be fully en. Soon all students had to face ..... the end of summer and prepare to return to school.
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EVEN TilE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL calls for a trip to your locker. Searching for the right book, Jenny Meusey,(ll), looks through her bag. Photo by Janlne Rasmussen.
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DIRECTIONS ARE ALWAYS GIVEN in advance
IlfiEAKFAST is needed before the
t day of school. Mike Parlset, (10) , cats a bowl of
.eatles before he leaves so he can be alert during first strenuous classes. Photo by Joe Frost
to new students. Dawn Taylor, (11), helps explain modular scheduling to Bridget Chancy, (11), and Diana Sieben, (1 1), during "Welcome to Westside" tours. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
en were scar The sophomores felt just slightly superior. The juniors moved to the stage of the cafeteria and to the back of the Social Studies Instructional Materials Center. The seniors came to school late and flashed their senior passes. Are these stereotypes of the first dayofschooltrue? "lfeltlikeeveryone knew I was a freshman, "Amy Haselwood, (9), said. Along with being frightened, the freshmen well were prepared for the first day. "I had all of my clothes ironed and laid out on my dresser," Haselwood said. For the sophomores, the first day of school was almost routine. "It was better than last year. I knew where " Eric P
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The first day did not have a large impact on the juniors. "I thought it was the same as sophomore year, except some people got a little bit taller over the summer," Andrew Carnazzo, (11), said. For seniors, the first day was finally here. They were on the top at last. A problem still existed, however. "It really wasn't that different. I waited three years to get my senior pass, and no one even checked it when I left the building," Laurel Fortney, (12), said. On the first day, the freshmen really were scared and the seniors felt superior. The "first day stereotypes" appeared to hold true for
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A DRIVE-THROUGH can solve a lot of
problems with busy schedules. Taking food into the building and eating while finishing homework can save time. Burger King is one of the favorite fast food restaurants among students. Photo by Chris Fasbender
It's been a bigjob, it's been a tough ob, but students have survived their "busy schedules." It was necessary for students to balance their time between school, sports, jobs, and other extra-curricular activities. There were students with so much to do that time alone was non-existant. "If I'm not going to work after school usually I'm going to a church or music function. I don't get home until after eight, and I still have to eat dinner and do my homework. The • time I spend by myself is when I sleep," Christine Cota, (12), said. Sports were a major part of many students' lives. Although school came first, there was a great amount of dedication involved in athletics.
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WEARY EYES are shown on the face of Jay Behringer, (12), as he works on the computer late at nlght. Often students find they have to stay up until 12:30 or 1 a.m. to fmish their homework. Computers are a great method of getting the job done well. Photo by Bill Orilfit.hs
ingafterschooland there was barely enough time to do anything but homework after practice," Todd Villotta, (ll), said. A job was also time consuming for students. Jobsvariedfromworking two days a week to working every day after school and weekehds. "I only worked twice a week so I didn't really have a problem dividing my time between my job and other activities," Debbie Harmsen, (12), said. It wasn't uncommon to find students with too much to do, but most managed to balance their time between school and extracurricular activities; there was a time for work and a time for play. Abby Gordon
RElAXING DURING FREE TIME and working
in peace, Ryan Spangler, (11), and Jana Whitehill, (11), fmd the greenhouse the perfect place to get away. Students fmd different places to go during their open mods other than the IMCs. Photo by
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FRUSTRATION is just one of the things that
comes along with homework Christie Junkins, (10), and Steven Racme, (10), concentrate on their work in the Social Studies IMC. Photo by Joe Frost
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Pilcher, Ken Wee, and Kristin dance the night away at the Back To Photo by Kate Scott
GlAD TO BE OUT of the Student Study Center, Matt Bowen, (9), Chris Larsen, (9), Rick Van Ackeran, Creighton Prep student, and Chris Olson, (9), enjoy the summer weather as they wait for the dance to begin. Photo by Brtan Hauptman
EAGER TO START the year Linda Schabloske, (11), and Doug Humphrey, (11), are all smiles about the dance. It was. the perfect place to get together with friends. Photo by Chris Fasbender
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"There was a good variety from all are open, and we're back in action," grades, but I think seniors who are exclaimed Matt Gerard, (12), over on SAB went because they had to," the loud speaker on the second day tr: /f. Tahnee Nowak, (11), said of school. To get the action started, Student .;:;.··· Advisory Board sponsored a "Back To School Dance," Friday, Aug. 25. =:·:=::: Theseniorlotwasnotjustfilled with idea, along with having one every cars, but with students, staff, and a \) fewmonths.Themainproblemwith band." having more dances during the A local band from Papillion, "The shoal year was a lack of funds. The dance lasted from 7 to 10:30 p.m. "The dance should've lasted longer, because the time went by so fast," Marla Nelson, (9), said. students liked the band, feet were "The dance was a success, and )f/ students had a good time," Troy ;:::· kicking, and hands were clapping. The attendance was around 500, Meyerson, (11), said. with representation from all grades. Anne Huurman
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Back to liChool dance
THE VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM salutes itself
in hope for a successful and exciting season. The pep rally was the perfect place for the Warriors to show what they're made of. Photo courtesy of the Omaha World Herald
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AT TilE FALL PEP RALLY, Jill Seaman executes the girls' cheerleadlng dance. The f rally presents football, volleyball, tennis gymnastics, and cross country. Photo by Fasbender
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pirit With songs, dances, and chants, first pep rally was the place to be . . fight song echoed through the and helped set the tone for "It was much more than I '='==â&#x20AC;˘o::â&#x20AC;˘vn<>r1'<>r1 . It was totallydifferentfrom other school function," Amy (9), said. The spirit of excitement was dislayed in different ways. The cheerdanced, chanted, and yelled in an attempt to raise school spirit. drill squad and Squires danced, and even fell in unusual "IIi ked the way the girls moved. were dancing like me," Ira ky, foreign language instruc, said.
CHEER AND DANCE and have some fun. Nikld Vlllotta , (9). shows her spirit and helps other sl..aents do the same. Photo courtesy of the Herald
brought own source thought Mike Murphy acted really ll," Shannon McCormack, (9), said.
SPIRIT WAS EXPRESSED in many ways, from
cheerleaders to the band. Joe f-rost, (12). brougl. his buUdog, Buger, to psyche up the crowd for the upcoming game against the Burke Bulldogs. Photo courtesy of the Omaha World /Jerald
Cold, clammy two ump se rst two feet came along with the problems hurdles, other problems arose. and pressures of dating. It came . There was not enough time to date, from the thoughts of asking some- \:!: go out with friends, work, and do one out for the first time or trying to ': homework. "I think the biggest presjuggle school, a job, and a girlfriend. : sure of dating is trying to keep up The pressures caused bydatingwere · with school, going out with my felt by almost everyone. friends, and still seeing my girl· friend," Matt Tomich, (11), said. The pressure most often found was in asking someone out for the · When the decision of making the first time. "The agony of being commitment had been made, anturned down when I asked a girl out other pressure always came aboutthe break-up. "After you've dated for the first time is what scared me," Dave Clark, (10), said. someone for a while they always Even though that special person expect a commitment and it's hard to tell them you just want to behad said yes, other worries formed, friends," Mindy Schmitz, (11), said . such as where to go and how to behave. I got the nerve to ask Even ashardassomepeopletried, the pressures ofdatingreached even out a girl, I was always worried about where to take her and how to bethe best of us.
DATES AREN'T ALWAYS on weekends. Jon Sindt, (11), and Katie Krueger, (12), stick close and enjoy the dating life at school. Eating with a boyfriend or girlfriend is often seen in the cafeteria during lunch mods. Photo by Joe Frost
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THERE IS NO BETTER WAY to spend your weekend than with a girlfriend or boyfriend. While waiting for a movie to begin Chris Bouc, (9), and Sarah Stueve, (9), take in the evening air. Photo by Joe Frost
HE FIRST STEP is always the hardest when .rying to get a date. Making his move, Greg Lopes, :IO), calls his next victim for Friday night. >Janning the weekend ahead of time is necessary wen asking someone out on a date. Photo by Joe
CONVERSATION is necessary during a date. Cathy Pettid, (12), talks to Kevin Kraska, (12). while they eat together at Burger King. In a relationship, couples often spend time together by going out to lunch. Photo by Chris Fasbender
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AFTER 16 YEARS of being driven around by her parents, Susie Gordon, (10), finally gets the independence of driving as she picks up her license. Many sophomores looked forward to the opportunity of getting their license. Photo by Kate Scott
OPEN UP AND SAY AAI-1. Tom cooperates with the doctor to appointment go faster. Cornish underclassman who had a legitimate leave school. Photo by Joe Frost
Excuses, excuses, excuses. Many :'; are used by students to obtain a blue : slip, which was required for underclassmen to leave the building. A problem underclassmen may have encountered, though, is coming up with legitimate excuses. â&#x20AC;˘ Many students use the usual excuses like going to the doctor, dentist, or out to lunch. But some students have more unique excuses to obtain blue slips. "My washing machine over-flowed and I needed to go home and help my mom clean up," Scott Sladovnik, (9), said. Working in the attendance office brought back several memories for attendance office aide Linda Hoffman. "The most memorable excuse was to leave to pick up the
car that had been towed," Hoffman said. Students also might have had to come up with good excuses to give to their parents to get a note. "I would try to tell my parents something believable, like having to get a job application, even though I would probably be going out to lunch," John Shannon, (10), said. "I would tell my parents the truth that I was really going to go out to lunch," Kevin Grubb, (11), said. Whether going to the doctor's office, visiting a relative, going to lunch,.or having the keys locked in the house, excuses were used by students daily to get blue slips and to avoid tardies. Jeanie Cutler
HOPE for a quick check-up is what Keith Halsey,
(11), Is thinking while his dentist searches for cavities. Having a doctor appointment Is one of the many excuses students h!J.Ve for leaving school. Photo by Chris Fasbender
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WITH A DIFFERENT VIEW, Dodge Street has
WITH MUSIC SUPPLIED, these Dodge Street
never looked better. As cars race down the street and lights shine this appears the place to be. Photo by Joe Frost
doers take a seat and enjoy the show this hot spot has to offer. Following with tradition Dodge Sreet is still a popular place to hang ouL Photo by Joe Frost
A NIGHT ON THE TOWN hasn't changed
much. Up against their car, a group of students HARDEE'S IS THE PlACE TO BE on a Friday look to Dodge from their favorite parking lot. night. Students gather around to help welcome another weekend. Photo by Joe Frost Photo by Joe Frost
""Heidi Hole," and "The Pad." What do these phrases mean? Forthe"DodgeStreet doer," these are the nicknames for parking lots along Dodge Street. Students for generations have hung out on Dodge and this generation is no exception. "1 have to go there to yell at the chicks, cruise, see the hot cars, and throw beer cans at the cops," Phil Robertson, (12), said. Students from every part of Omaha meet on Dodge Street to have fun on the weekends. "1 started going to Dodge Street because everybody was always there. I never needed to worry about making plans; we could : : just all sit around and not worry about parents or anything," Ali Elmborg, (11), said.
ts on ... Street could not be in certain parking lots after closing hours. "I don't mind the ordinance because American Charter Savings and Loan has given us permission to use their lot on the weekends. In return all we have to do is make sure it is always clean. Sometimes we go up there and spend a couple of hours cleaning," Elmborg said. Most students who go to Dodge Street agree that it is a great place to meet people and to have a lot of fun. "I go to Dodge Street because everybody's always there. If everybody always hung out on Harney Street, then I'd go there," Robertson said. Meg Hoffmaster Heather Masterson
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TWIN POWER assists the varsity football team to
a victory against North. Jeff and Mike Mischa, (11), cheer on the team to a comeback in the last minute of the game at Bergquist field. The Warriors beat Omaha South 16-14. Photo by Bill G rilfi.ths.
SISTERLY HELP is always nice to have school. Dana and Kara Kramer, (11: encouragement to each other while fir their Algebra assignments. Photo by Joe F
arou was friends helped me know more older people," Anne Olson, (9), said. Students were also faced with having an older brother or sister graduate. Having his brother go to college didn't seem to bother Todd McCollister, (10). "I don't miss him because I never really saw him anyway," McCollister said. Some students have a sibling who is not only at school, but in their classes as well. "I like having my sister in class because if we get a homework assignment we can help each other," Dana Kramer, (11), said. Whatever the case was, some students liked and others disiked having that certain member of the family at school with them.
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reading fun. Quality time with siblings brings a family closer together. Nicole Brabec, (11). teaches her younger brother the concepts of reading. Plwto by Chris Fasbender
HYSTERIA was in abundance in Westside's auditorium. Joe Frost, (12), and David Goldner, (12), deliver more than the usual to the Homecoming coronation. Photo by Rich Gordon
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ONLY A SMILE CAN EXPRESS what happiness King Ty Stewart, (12), and Queen Courtney Madson, (12), sense as they arc crowned as Westside's royalty. Photo by Rich Gordon
INTENSITY RINGS lhrough the cars of Travis CANDIDATES WATCH WITH ANTICIPATION
lowe and Amy Graff. Being lhc crownbcarcrs was as the upcoming king and queen remain to be probably not as fun as playing wilh friends, but it announced. Standing on stage in excitement would suffice for lhis special nighL Photo by Rick lhcse prospective royalties relieve lhc jitters with Kelley friendly conversation. Photo by Rich Gordon 1
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ner to ancmg, coming was more of a commitment and trouble than expected. The homecoming committee, which consisted ofBeth Parker, (12), Sue Stock, (12), Courtney Madson, (12), Troy Meyerson, (11), and Troy Muller, (12), tried to make homeing a fun experience for all who attended. "It was a bigger commitment than I had expected, but it seemed to turn out well," Stock, cochairperson, said. With a theme of "Welcome to the Jungle," jeeps were used instead of the traditional convertible Mustangs to escort the candidates around the field.
were so many e peop there I couldn't believe it," Dick Smith, (12), said. Soon after the dinner there was the dance, featuring the band Bugzy Malone. "I didn't like the band because the music was too loud," Mara Chadwick, (10), said .. The dancewasasuccessforsome, but not for others. It was a traditional homecoming in many ways. For one person, the crowned king and queen was already predicted." I knew Courtney Madson and Ty Stewart would get it, " Michelle Patterson, (12), said. With the band, the dinner and the coronation, homecoming was a welcome experience for students; a Welcome to the Jungle." Jennifer Wills
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TO GET THE MOST out of a church service, Kent Fitzsimmons, (11), takes an active role in reading the sermon. Student involvement is important to keep youth interested in religion. Photo by Jo.nine Rasmussen
UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE is important to
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a group of students who take part in Faith Finders at Countryside Church. Alison Long, (9). reads a book out loud to help explain the meaning of a particular passage in the Bible. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
IN OHDER to enlighten Sunday services, Morton, ( 12), practices her organ accompan hymns. Morton expresses her religious val bei:lg an organist at her church. Photo by Pas bender
responsibility it was to instill religious values was a decision not to be taken lightly. Religion was a personal issue, so where did students go to learn about different religions? "When students are old enough to make other important decisions, it should be their responsibility to learn about their choice in religion. Before they are old enough to make the choice, don't think anyone should force an opinion," David Heimbuch, (ll). said. Many students' beliefs differed about who is responsible for religious education. "If parents aren't responsible enough to teach their kids about religion then the school should take on the task," Kelley said.
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should have been in every school, but some who had the opportunity to attend a private religious school disagreed. "I went to Catholic school for a couple of years and it was fine to teach religion there, but I made the decision of attending a public school so that I didn't have to study religion in school," Jackie Lager, (ll), said. Others felt the school could have used an extra class about religion. "I don't see why a class wasn't added for anyone who wanted to attend," Landy Sweet, (9), said While preparing students for their life ahead was the main priority, adding moral issues to the curriculum was in a close second. Christine Kozal
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A FRIENDLY HELLO is said as Geri Greeno, (11), introduces herself to Tatjana Zabortseva. the Soviet student who will be living with her. The Soviets came to Omaha on Monday, Nov. 27, and stayed until Wednesday, Dec. 27. Photo by Jattine Rasmussen
A LOOK OF WONDERMENT is on the fa ..:e Soviet exchange student Marina Ovechkina a> exits the plane. Mariya Humyantseva and !go Pankiv also receive allention as they enter th airport. Cameras nash to catch the excitemer.tt people saw the new students for the first tJJilC l'hot.o by Janine Hasmussen
LAUGHTER fills Eppley Airfield as Mitzi Delman, foreign language instructor, and Galin a Dobrjakova, instructor from the Soviet Union, meet each other for the first time. Taljana Zabortseva, Soviet exchange student, adds a little humor to calm everyone's nerves. l'holo by Juni11e Rusmussen
THE DAY FINALLY CAME when eight Westside
students would meet the Soviet exchange students they would host for three weeks. Casey Niemann, (11}, meets Andrei Gvozdev, the student who stayed with him during his visit to Omaha. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
On Monday, Nov. 27, after troubles : : ;:;:.· Families were an important part of with obtaining visas and dodging the =::::· the exchange also. Lynn Dostal, (9). Thanksgiving holiday, the Westside ==::: sister of Jamie, a host student, was a Soviet-exchange students landed in :( majorpartofNatalyaGudkova'sstay Omaha. ,: : · in Omaha. "I had to take her shopChosen as one of the 50 schools se- ? ping and things like that while Jamie lected in the United States to hosd{ was involved in sports and Squires," Soviettravelers, Westside made sure : : : Dostal, (9). said. nothing was left out for the once-in- ::::=: . With their departure on Wednesa-lifetime stay. · day, Dec. 27, the Soviet's started plan- ,. . The Soviets' English was not as :'!: ning preparations for the American : good as expected, so communica- } · stay. tion was more difficult than antici- :': : On Saturday, March 24 Westside · pated. i . studentshelduptheirendofthedeal : "Whenweheardtheywerecoming, {. and flew to the USSR for a week. they were said to be from an English :' Experiencing different cultures, the special school, but it didn't take us =: Sovietexchangewasmuchmorethan long to figure out that they had as / a learning experience, it was anini- > much English as we had Russian, ' tiation into new worlds. : which was not ve much," Will Jennifer Wills . ••,•,•,
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FORMAL DRESSES are worn by 14 girls on Christmas Prom night. Christmas Prom was held December 22 in the Peony Park Ballroom. Most coi!Ples went to a fancy restaurant or cooked an extravagant dinner before attending the dance. Photo by Jon Hoffmaster
Deck the halls with boughs of holly. The holiday spirit lingered throughout the Peony Park Ballroom as students from various schools in the Omaha area gathered together for a night of fun and dancing at the annual Christmas Prom. For most students the evening started off by taking their dates to dinner. "We went to Imperial Palace for dinner and we had a lot of fun stealing the spoons and chopsticks," Chris Bouc, (9), said . "We chose to go to Cafe di Coppia for dinner because it was the only place we could get reservations a half hour before we left," Tam my Combs, (10), said. The next stop of the night was at the dance. Students arrived to hear the tunes of Guerilla Theatre. "The
band was really heinous," Sean Lough, (12), said. Following the dance, activities were scattered in various ways, bystudents attending parties or just enjoyingtheholidayspirit. "Wewent to go see Christmas lights at Oak Hills after the dance," Matt Meusey, (9), said. Highlights and em barrassingmoments we remembered by many students. "The most embarrassing thing that happened to me was when I was gettingintothecar, I ripped mydress and we were late for dinner," Michelle Sullivan, (ll), said . Othersjustcouldn'twaituntil the night was over. "The best part about the night was when my date went home, "Andra Davidson, (ll), said. Janine Rasmussen
AFTER HOURS OF PREPARATION the big day finally came. With precision, Ingrid Kimmons, (12), strings with her fellow musicians at the orchestra concert Tuesday, Jan. 17. Orchestra and band require a great amount of dedication. Photo by Joe Frost
While walking through the parkinglotinthemorning, studentscould hear more than just the passing cars and the shuffle of footsteps: They could also hear the band practicing. The marching band practiced every day two weeks before school started and continued through the year. The band contributed to the morale of the school. "During football season, the band really helped uplift school spirit," MickBrown, (9), said. This year, the band received a superiorratingat both the Plattsmouth and UniversityofNebraskaatOmaha band competitions. "Each person's performance was important, but one individual was nothing without the whole band working together,"
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Concert Jazz Band was more difficult to get into. Students were required to try out in order to become members. "There were approximately 45 people who tried out and 21 people made it," Ron Peterson, (12}, said. The choir took the cooperation and participation of all the members to produce a successful show. "Everyone had to learn and practice their part in order to make the shoW' a success. First we learned them usic and perfected it, and then we learned the dance," Allene Eakins, (11), said. The band and choir were not just seasonal activities, but were activities that took year-round practice and participation. Kim Gifford
PRACTICE is defmitely a necessity for bands who have a gig coming up. Chris Craft, (12), strums through the notes on his guitar after school. Photo by Kate Scott
NG to achieve the high notes with Stephanie Shalberg, (10), plays in the winter concert band performance. band did well this year by winning state contests. Photo by Bill Griffiths
HOLIDAY SPIRIT is by Varsity Show Choir as they sing Christmas carols to shoppers at Countryside Village. The show choir also sang to various homerooms to get students in the hol iday mood. Photo by Bill Griffiths
Some o most important peopleofthewinterplay, "The Rainmaker," were not seen by the audience. Performances depended on what happened back stage. Sound effects, preparation, and lighting kept backstage crews busy. Without the help of Melissa Pariset, (12), studentdirectorof"The Rainmaker," theplaywould not have been successful. "I tried to help the cast and make the rehearsals a little bit more tolerant between the cast and Larry Fortney, (Drama Club sponsor)," Pariset said. "It was nice to have a student doing most of the directing because she could relate to what we were doing from previous performances in Westside plays. She helped re-
REVISION of lines is needed before actors reach the stage. Alicia Childress, (11), helps Troy Muller, (12), Troy Meyerson, (11), and Jon Larsen, (9), prepare for the upcoming scene of "The Rainmaker." Plwto by Bill Griffiths
it easier Simon, (12), said. Pariset wasn't the only persor responsible for backstage work. AI路 icia Childress, (11), made sound ef路 fects and Case Goodman, (11), die the lighting. Pariset managed everything. "I helped Mr. Fortney by checking thE blocking and lines during rehearsal. and if he was gone I held the re路 hearsal. During the performance kept the cast calm and quiet," Parise said . Without the help ofPariset, Chi I dress, and Goodman, "The Rain maker" would not have been sue cessful. "Having a person backstagE really madetheplayhappen," Nelson, (12), said.
WITH AN EYE in the sky, Jon Larsen, (9), ; character "Deputy File," wonders if the rai ever come in the play "The Rainmaker," d i by L.D. Fortney. The play was performed Jan. in the Westside Auditorium . Photo bt Griffiths 路
"RAIN, RAIN. I can bring you any kind of rain," Troy Meyerson, (11), said as he portrayed the role of the Rainmaker in the school play. Meyerson had one of the main parts in the performance. Photo by BiU Griffiths
IN IIARMONY, Ted fellman , (12), Colby Nelson, and Dan Simon, (12), read a segment from a book during the play "The Rainmaker." These three seniors had important roles in the school play. Photo by BiU Griffiths
A PERFORMACE would not be spectacular
without good facial and hand expressions to go along with an actor's lines. Colby Nelson, (12), practices his hand movements to express his feelings that match his lines as Ted Fellman, (12). and Dan Simon, {12). admire Nelson's great acting abilities. Photo by Bill Griffiths
"'"rn P¡nt were required for a successful play performance. Practice was important to "The Rainmaker" which was performed in January by the Westside drama department. "What we did during play practices depended on how soon the actual performance was. At the beginning practices, the director told us where to go, then we'd memorize our lines and he'd tell us what to work on," Ted Fellman, (12). said. "During play practice we worked on moving around and motivation first. We then worked on one scene or act, and as it got closer to the performance we put the play together and I critiqued the cast," L. D. Fortney, director, said. The cast members were dedi-
IN AN ATTEMPT to get down the perfect actions and expressions, lead actors Ted Fellman, (12), and Dan Simon, (12). go over lines one last time during dress rehearsal. Dress rehearsal was held on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Photo by Bill Gr![fiths
more. Practice for "The Rainmaker" was more than just memorizing lines. !t took concentration and hard work in finding the perfect mood or feeling to fit the part. The main purpose was to prepare everyone involved in the play. "We weren't fully prepared from the play practices, but that was what made the final performances interestig," Troy Muller, (12). said. When the curtain opened for "The Rainmaker," on Thursday, Jan 25, the performance depended on the weeks of dedication and preparation. Play practice was essential to the play's success. Pam Olson
TilE MAIN CHARACTERS have to help dirty work. Troy Meyerson, (Ill. takes a practicing lines by helping out backstage e curtains during dress rehearsal. Photo ine Rasmussen
CONTROL is in the right hands. LD. Fortney, director, and Case Goodman, (Ill. keep a watchful eye over the sound and lights in the rear control room of the auditorium. A lot of work goes on behind the stage during performances, as well as on the stage. Photo by Bill Grifftl.hs
THE ROYAL KING, Todd Parker, (12), and Queen
Joy Morton, (12), partake in their first reigning dance decked out in gowns and robes. SAB held its rust annual Morp dance on Friday, Feb. 2 in the Activity Gym. Photo by Joe Frost
E TO TilE BATHROOM" extends ries in every way. SAB members Eric (Ill. and Dan Kully, (10), help set up for In a manner that has never been done Photo by Trish Kantor
PROM IN DISGUISE, the Morp dance offers
relaxed excitement in casual attire. Catching the beat, Eustace King, (12), and Amy Zoob, (12), dance the night away at "Welcome to the Bathroom." Friday, Feb. 2. Photo by Joe Frost
, . heap plastic flowers . Morp dance Students wore their scummiest clothes. Dates exchanged cheap, plastic flowers. Toilet paper was thrown across the Activity Gym. The scene was set for the first annual Morp dance, held Friday, Feb. 2. The Student Advisory Board planned the dance as a backwards prom. "SAB came up with the basic idea from a workshop at Wayne State College in the summer. Students from another school said that they had a dance like Morp, so we wanted to try it," Chris Bouc, (9), SAB member, said. Opinions about the dance were basically positive, although the attendance was low. "It was Ted Fellman's, (12), 'little baby' so he really wanted it to be a success. I
think there are some improvements that could be made for future Morp dances," Joy Mann, (l 0), SAB member, said. The Morp royalty was chosen by an Applause-0-Meter. Joy Morton, (12), was cheered on to a victory as queen, but Todd Parker, (12), barely edged out Bouc for the position of king. "I could not have been happier about being elected queen. I think it was totally fixed for the king, though. If Todd Parker thinks he won, he's really naive," Morton said. Despite a controversial coronation and a low turnout, the first Morp dance proved to be a successful new tradition. Jenny Waldman
D ECA: (front row) Simon Reyes, Chad Bitterman, Brian Kelly, Chad Abraham, Michelle Gaver, Hachcl Bowley, Jill Seaman, Christine Tvrdik, 1icolc Nelson; (row 2) Scott Burns, Dick Smith, Curtis Bryan, Melinda llutiP.r, Debbie Carpenter, Karla Grennan, J.C. Wickstrom, Eric Berg; (row :l) Abu Blackman, Jenny Beller, Cory Aquila, Shanno n Kerns, Shane Powell, Lisa Hobino, Mike Pfeffer, Brian Drelicharz; (row 4) Phil Hobertson, lion Urich, Theresa Noahr, Pete llarper, Kate Corcoran, Chad Marshall, Pete Willson, Don Gilpin; (back row) Fred Erskine, Scott McAleer.
fBLA (front row) Pete Hazelrigg. Donna Scheidt, Jason Brune, Case Goodman, Dave Clark, Sara Bestenlehner, Dave Boyer, Bridget Weide, Chris Fasbender; (row 2) Klml Ueda, Katie Weltz, Unda Zoucha, Nikki Nelson, Debbie Harmsen, Janet Hengen, Debbie Masters, Laura Brader, Courtney Smith; (row 3) Kerl Brawner, Katie Wane, Katy Ferrarlnl, Nathalie du Fayet de Ia Tour, Rosanne Gnarra, Tony DeSanti, Matt Hansen; (row 4) Meredith Cain, Laurie Goodman, Ann Weide, Darcie Rives, Amy Duff, Shawn Fasbender, Clarann Winslow, Sharon Salzman; (row 5) Brandy Gabriel, Kim Frederick, Kerr! Wilmot, Jennifer Northam, I<ary Taylor, Angie Weaver, Todd Vi !Iotta, Mall Glasrud, Jason Waters; (back row) Scott Wrehe, John Hertzler, Erik Schulte, Eric Pruehs, Kevin McMahon, Scott Magnuson, Asher Stoller, Scott O'Neil.
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Clubs, clubs, and more clubs. If there was one thing Westside had, it was an abundance of clubs. One of the most wellknown clubs was Future BusinessLeadersofAmerica(FBlA). There were approximately 150 members in FBIA. Part of FBIA's activities in-
eluded learning more about future business careers. "Students were able to shadow different business people and learn more about their profession. It helped them find out if they would be interested in that field," Clarann Winslow FBIA s sor said.
MoNEY MATTERS
Figuring and keeping track of financial records for Distributive Education Clubs ofAmerica wasMelindaButler's,(l2), DECA treasurer, job for the year. "I had to keep track of what was made from fund raisers and how much money we could spend for DECA tournaments," Butler said. DECA was a business club offered to any marketing student. The option of competing at the metro, state, and national levels was offered to those students who qualified. DECA performed services such as surveys, promotional duties, grand openings, and Honey Sunday projects for any business that requested their help. "As long as you paid the dues of $8 you were in DECA. DECA performed civic and volunteerworkforthecommunity," Butler said.
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VALENTINE'S DAY offers fund raising
opportunities for many clubs. Amy Wegener, (12), orders a carnation from Roseanne Gnarra, (12), FilLA member. Plwâ&#x20AC;˘-:- by Janine Rasmussen
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DISPLAYING HER LATEST purchase, Debbie Carpenter, (12), holds up her new sweatshirt. Many club members bought sweatshirts to help support their clubs. Photo by Kate Scott
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INTERACT: (front row) Nicole Petregal, Julie Papineau, Tracy Loftus, Regan Packett, Heather Thomas, Anne Wax, Courtney Madson, Sutton Giese; (row 2) Erin Dahir, Kelly Smithey, Ann Brosnihan, Joy Mann, Jennifer Wright, Abby Gordon, Andrea Murante, Jenny Meusey, Anne Huurman; (row 3) Jennie Johnson, Christine Kozal, Angie McVey, Meg Hoffmaster, Janine Rasmussen, Jeanie Cutler, Jennifer Wills, Clare Gallagher, Pam Olson; (back row) Karla Briese, Tara Briese, Nikki Villotta, Debbie Dolleck, Anne Olson, Laura Choat, Jennifer Walter.
CREATIVE WRITING CLUB: (front row) Mary Dixson, Catherine Hancock, Laura Goodman, Meredith Cain, Debbie Masters, Ann Weide, David Grund; (row 2) Stephanie Anderson, Sara Bay, Rachel Shyken, Kristina Lundquist, Darcie Rives, Christine lnguanzo, Andy Kanago; (back row) Tim Hall, Joan Kisicki, Erin Conboy, Amy Radil, Donna Scheidt, Case Goodman, Peg Newkirk.
Writing was a part of every students'educationatWestside. For some, however, writingwas more than just completing an assignment, it was a club. The Creative Writing Club was a group of students who enjoyed writing. Their biggest ect was duci the lit-
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erary magazine, "Legacies," at the end of the year. Throughout the. year they held various contests and parties to display their work. "At club meetings we share our work with each other and compare our writing styles," Donna Scheid said .
SET THE TABLE
Getting things ready for a charity for the Children's Museum at Regency Fashion Court, Amy Ulrich, (11 ), Interact member, arranges the dessert table. Involvement in Interact was selfsatisfying for the 75 members. "ltmademefeelgood that I could help people in need," Ulrich said. The Children's Museum was one of the many organizations that Interact supported throughout the year. Other charities that sought thecluh 's assistance were Methodist Ho spital, the Child Saving Institute, Food Pantries, Goodwill , the Salvation Army, Omaha Ballet, and Omaha Symphony. Childrens' holiday parties were also spon sored . No matter what the activity, Interact was a worthwhile organization. Not only did students benefit from the experience, but the community received a great deal. Photo by Janine Rasmasse n
DISCUSSION OVER THE lATEST entry for the literary magazine is important in order to meet the deadline. Jennifer Northam, (9), Donna Scheidt, (11), and Jennifer Stastny, (10), make the fmaJ decisions for the entries. Photo by Kristin Longacre
PASS ME THAT PEN. Frances Vaughan, (9), and Anne Olson, (9), spend an afternoon making Valentines. Interact did several projects throughout the year Photo by Chris to benefit others . Fasbender
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STIJDENT ADVISORY BOARD: (front row) Bill Griffiths, Jay Behringer, Kent Bonham, Joe Frost, Mary Ann McNeal, Angie Weaver, Amy Zoob; (row 2) David Goldner, Chris Bouc, Melinda Butler, Sally Burford, Terry Mayfield, Molly Hallett, Ryan Walsh; (row 3) Usa McChesney, Todd McCollister, Kollcen Sparks, Ted Fellman, Joy Mann, Jodi Slusky; (row 4) Heidi Potthoff, Dan Kully, Brian Henningsen, Emily Kean, Michelle Sullivan, John Shannon, Mike Murphy; (row 5) Adam Findley, Josh Gerard, Sam Passer, Troy Meyerson, Ryan Myers, John Fudge, Norm Worley; (back row) Roger Herring. AI Inz.erello.
FORUM: (front row) Taki Hicken, Stephanie Anderson, Bill Kutilek, Brad Perry; (row 2) Linda Schabloske, Jamie Brown, Georgia Hatzidakis, Sam Passer; (back row) Jenny Johnson, Lance Langfeldt, Asher Stoller.
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arum, a group over members representing each homeroom, was more than just a way to get out of class. Many members were active in this student government club. Goals to enlighten students' days were set by Sam Passer, (11), Forum president. "Our
was to rna ev ay school life Jess monotonous and almost enjoyable," Passer said. Asuccessful extended homeroom was applauded by a repeat performance and the food drive was rewarded with donations totalling over 1,500 pounds offood.
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Talent show auditions bring long hours of watching acts and making decisions to Jodi Slusky, (12), Student Advisory Board member. During the auditions, Slusky and a committee of 11 others decided which acts would perform in the talent show. "The committee watched the acts, discussed them, then narrowed them down in each category of talent," Slusky said. SAB was busy throughout the year holding the first school dance, the Holiday Fun Festival for elementary school children, Morp, the talent show, Warrior Mania, and other events. This organization consisted of more than 50 members and met every Tuesday and Thursday. From dances to talent, SAB spent time trying to get students involved in a variety of activities. Photo by Joe Frost
LEADING A FORUM MEETING, Sam Passer, (II), Forum president, talks to an auditorium full of representative s. Meetings were held once a month to listen to suggestions on improving the school. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
A BIG WET ONE is delivered to Susie Gordon, (10). by David Clark, (10). SAB sponsored the kiss-a-grams on Valentine's Day. Photo by Joe Frost
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SHIELD: (front row) Trish Kantor, Joe Frost; (row 2) Christine Kozal, Kim Gifford, Anne Huurman, Heather Masterson, Meg Hoffmaster, Angie McVey, Jennifer Wills; (row 3) Janine Rasmussen, Dana Sweetwood, [lrian Hauptman, Kate Scott, Tina Netsch, Paris Heckman, Pam Olson, Chris Fasbender; (back row) Jeff Hellbusch, Sheila Evans, Heather Thomas, Jeanie Cutler, Jenny Waldman, Abby Gordon, Rick Kelley, [lilt Griffiths.
LANCE: (front row) Evan llowe, Ryan Miller, Debbie Campbell, Amy Radii, Cathy Pettid, Jeff Engel, Bridget Weide; (row 2) Alec Walker, Michelle Sullivan, Kevin Grubb, Will Becker, David Lundquist, Gerry Fey, Terry Lodes, Debra Dohmen, Eric llofsc hire, Debbie Masters; (row 3) Kristin Longacre, Brendan Engstrom, Matt Glasrud, Andy Chapin, Bert Cohen, Ryan Myers, Allison Kohli, David Boyer, Usa Hagedorn; (back row) T.J. Seward, Nick llansen, Kent Bonham, Matt Gerard, Anne Wax, Erin Conboy, Jenny Frank, J.J. Carroll, Troy Muller.
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There was one word to describethenewspaperthisyearweekly. With a larger staff, the newspaper was expanded from a biweekly to a weekly paper. The weekly paper was not as popularwithstudentsas the old biweekly paper. "Some of the stories in the
to up space, Hegstrom, (12), said. However, thestafffound advantages to having a weekly publication. "The stories were more timely," Debra Dohmen, (12), managing editor, said. The staff published the paper using alternating staffs.
SEARCH FOR ERRORS
Writing a story takes a lot of concentration and proofreading. Jeff Hellbusch, (ll), copy editor of the "Shield," is busy at work writing a caption for the academics section. "My responsibilities included reading and writing stories and captions, correcting errors, and making sure that the students' names were spelled correctly," Hellbusch said. Competition was intense between the "Lance" and "Shield" staffmembers. "I didn't go into newspaper because I wasn't a supremelycoolenoughjournalist to be with the brainiacs," Hellbusch said. Hellbusch felt that there was a high point to his position on the staff. "I liked being responsible for aU of the copy written in the yearbook. People know if there was a m,istake, it was my fault," Hellbusch said. Photo by Rick Kelley
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WHILE READING an article from the "Lance", Kent Bonham, editor-in -chief, (12). relaxes by taking a load off his feet. Long hours were spent in producing the weekly publication. Photo by Joe Frost.
INTERVIEWS AND RESEARCH done, Melissa Pariset, (12). sits down to put her story together in time for her deadline. Late nights were common for the newspaper staff. Photo by Trish Kantor
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QUILL AND SCROLL: (front row) Allison Kohli, Rick Kelley, Todd Parker, Abby Gordon, Joe Frost, Jenny Waldman, Amy Radii; (back row) Evan Howe, Andy Chapin, Kent Bonham, Jenny Frank, Nick Hansen, Erin Conboy, Anne Wax.
CABLE: (front row) Laura Brader, Carolyn Jordan, Tracy Muller, Phillip Robertson, Christine Cota, Debra Dohmen; (back row) Pete Hazelrigg, Erin Conboy, Amy Radii.
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tiona organization who excelled in journalism above the call of duty," Todd Parker, (12), said. The choice was up to the students whether or not they would like to work a little extra so they would be accepted into and Scroll.
AND NOW THE NEWS
Facts are given during a news shoot for Westside's cable show, "Westside Up Front." Debra Dohmen, (12), makes last-minute corrections to her story while Pete Hazelrigg, (12), reports his story to viewers. "We wrote approximately three stories every two weeks. When we actually filmed the show the anchors alternated stories," Dohmen said. It took two weeks to tape one show. "All news stories were shot in one day, and then two or three days were used to put outside footage together. Anchors were given about a week and a half to interview and write their stories," Dohmen said. Students who were planning to be involved in broadcasting in the future found Cable Television to be a beneficial class. "I loved the class. I thought it was great," Hazelrigg said. Photo by Chris Fasben.der
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS were the key to making Westside Up -Front a success. Chris Craft works with the sound equipment in order to get a beller quality show. Westside Up -rront was a IS minute news progr;â&#x20AC;˘m about the Photo by Chris Fa s bende r
HEADY f.OR SALES, flick Kelley and Todd Parker, (12), unwrap new of candy for Quill and Scroll. Selling candy to help raise money was a popular way for clubs to finance activities. Photo by Tr-ish Kantor
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DHAMA CLUB; (front row) Jake Covert, Troy Muller, Amy lladil, Case Cooclman, Ccri Creeno, Ellen llosengard, Chad Kroeger; (row 2) Jason Buttcrlield, Laurel Fortney, Ted Fellman, Mary Simmonds, llobyn Aase, Ellen Struve; (back row) David Carlson, Casey Niemann, Bridget Chancy, Jennifer Moore, Tracy Muller, April Kingery, Carrie Johnson, Angcal !Iannan.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCI ETY: (rront row) Amy Radii, Pete Weber, Tim Olsen, Courtney Madson, Anne Wax, Rick Kelley, Sco tt llorfman, Bill Kutilek; (row 2) Jay Behringer, Diana Sieben, Ingrid Kimmons, Je nny Waldman, Joy Morton, Abby Gordon, Joe Frost, Lisa McChesney, Stephanie Anderson, David Goldner; (row 3) Ted Fellman, Trent Steele, Amy Wegener, Rosanne Gnarra, Asher Stoller, Tracy Muller, Juliana Kaltsounis, Brenda Davis, Debra Dohmen, Kristina Lundquist; (back row) Andy llrasky, Alissa Jacobson, Jenny Johnson, Allison Kohli, Nei l McShannon, Ron Peterson, Darren llartman, Jim Gurnon, Troy Muller.
more than good grades to qualify for National Ho Society. Scholarship, service, leadership, and character were considered in the selection NHS members. NHS was more than a m honor. A variety of activiti were scheduled for i
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members. "I really appreciated everyone's help in our bowl-athan for the spina bifida fundraiser," Amy Radil, NHS president, said. "NHS is basically an honorary organization, so it was nice that people were willing to take an active " Radil said.
ALL WORK AND NO PLAY That's not how Larry Fortney, Drama Club sponsor, sees it. Calling out the numbers at auditions, Fortney makes sure that each position is filled by the best actor. As sponsor of Drama Club, Fortney was in charge of play auditions and production. Most of the other work was shared by club members. "Drama Qub is a support group for behind the scenes, but you don't have to be in drama class to be in the club," Fortney said. "Through drama class, the Drama Club, and open audition plays, we tried to reach all of the students that were interested in acting or producing," Fortney said. Changing the old saying to," A lot of work makes a great play," Fortney and the drama program continue to avempt to produce plays of high caliber. Photo by Joe Frost
PUTIING ON the finishing touch, Geri Lynn Greeno, (11), completes applying make-up to Troy Muller, (12). Make-up was used to highlight features while on stage. Photo by Janine Rasmussen TALLYING UP POINTS is important in the selection of new National Honor Society members. Amy Radii, Michelle Patterson, Kevin Ruby, and Joy Morton, (12), review the nominees' applications. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
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FUTURE MEDICAL ASS ITANTS; (front row) Tabatha West, Violet Tarrahan, Kim Ueda, Kristen Letter, Maureen Ambrose, Tahnee Nowak; (row 2) Tony DeSanti, Janet llengen, Jennifer Freye, Joy Eckhoff. Laura Choat, Donna Kendall; (back row) Scon Wanetka, George Ermeling, Corey Pettit, Mark Jenson, Kolleen Sparks, Mark Aita, Donn y Pedersen.
YOUTI I-TO-YOUTII: (front row) Linda Schabloskc, Lau ra Ryan, Snndy Crundlcr, Debrn Dohmen, Kristin Whillcd, Todd Davis, Kevin Christensen; (row 2) Lisa Vacek, Collelle lleavey, Tracy Timperley, Knra Slowiaczck, Jennirer Walter, Mary Simmonds, Lynn Dostal; (row 3) llen Hca, Gcri Greeno, Kathy S:lllem, Kristina Lundquist, Stephanie llumphrey, Tami HatcliiT, Beth ' ichol sn n, Maureen Ambrose; (row 4) Justin lligsby, John Schmid, Hyan llarrington, Scoll 'orlcn, Kratky, Josh Stuhbe, Emily Ethington, Sara llestenlehner, Kelley Sparks ; (hack row) Carl ll<'ngcn, Tim llall, Hyan Miller, Doug llumphrcy, Kolleen Spurks.
an numerous trips to visit youn ger children about a drug-free life were important services th e Youth-to -Youth organization perform ed. "Youth to Youth allowed students to get together with other students in the Metro area for
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FEEL THE BEAT
In order to get an accurate measure of the heartbeat, Donna Kendall, Future Medical Assistants sponsor, lends a helping hand to Barb Schenck, (12). Schenck was one of the 45 students involved in FMA. The purpose of FMA was to acquaint students with all areas of medicine. Many of the students involved in this club were interested in medical careers. The room used by FMA was equipped with different medical equipment to further acquaint students with materials they would be using in the future. They practiced such procedures as taking blood pressure measurements and making hospital beds. "Most of the students in FMA were enrolled in one of the four medical classes offered. These classes were open to all grade levels," Kendall said. Photo by Chris Fasbender â&#x20AC;˘
OBLIVIOUS OF THE IMPORTANCE of the sign above them, students cross Pacific Street after school. The Drug Free Zone sign represented the beliefs of Youth -to -Youth members. Photo by Bill Gr![fiths
PLANNING FUTURE EVENTS for Youth -to -Youth, Kolleen Sparks, (12). and Maryanne Ricketts, Youth -to -Youth sponsor, go over some suggestions. Youth-to-Youth held activities for students to encourage a drug -free life. Photo by Janine Rasmusse n
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Making moves;
PING-PONG CLUB; (rront row) Don Gilpin, Jim Ryan , Kevin Atkinson, Malt Gerard, Don Johnson; (row 2) Joan Kisicki, Danny M!Uer, Earl Thornton, Lynn Dostal, Emily Ethington, )ami Dostal, Tim I Iall, Scott Farnham; (back row) Justin Kaurman, Justin Bigsby, Ben Ilea, Scott Wrehe, Jason llrune, Doug Stave, Erik Schulte.
WEAL Til: (rront row) Lisa Hinsley, Jody Johnson, Monique Mediralla, Juliana Kaltsounis, Marne Kopr, Allison Kohli, Carolyn Jordan; (back row) Stephanie Anderson, Taki Hicken, Pam Olson, Angie McVey, Anne Huurman, Debbie Mazgaj .
CHESS CLUB: Eric Smith, Stephen Chadwick, Matt Goldberg, Carl Hengen.
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YouR MOVE While playing a game of chess, Eric Smith, (11), ponders over his next move. This game helped him prepare for the weekly competition the Chess Club held with other schools. Smith and about 10 other students belonged to the Chess Club. "We either went to other schools, or they came here and matched the top five members with students from the opposing school," Smith said. The Chess Club competed from October to February and belonged to the Metro Chess League. "The Chess Club was an organization that studied different game openings, endings, and strategies," AI Gloor, Chess Club sponsor, said. The Chess Club was an organization that allowed students to practice and to improve on the skills of chess as well as
READY TO STRIKE BACK, Chris Nitchals, (Ill. waits for the ball to come over the net from Eric Shulte, (11). Playing ping-pong during open mods was popular for club rr.zml:>ers. Photo by Joe Prost
It was 3:10 and school was out. Some students rushed hometositon the couch, while others spent their time worrying about exercise and eating properly. Westsiders Eating and Uving Together Healthily was a newclubthat stu-
dents to live a healthy life. The club mainly consisted of girls who were interested in aerobics and other physical activities. "It was an opportunity for students to maintain being healthy when they got together," Allison Kohli, (12), said.
New faces;
PEER ADVOCATES: (front row) Collette Heavey, Shari Samson, Debra Dohmen, Tract Thoreen, Kristina Lundquist, Emily Kean, Philip Kunkel, Nicole Blecher, Robert Challender; (second row) Chad Cahill, Chris Morrison, Janet McKenzie, Annette Rosno, David Reed, Cheryl Guest, Charles Berg. Greg Hoefer, Kristen Wilson, Ellen Rosengard; (third row) Kirstin Ellison, Caroline Tillman, Missy Pilcher, Royce Bremseth, Kathy Upton; (back row) Ken Wee, Angle McVey, Nicole Petregal, Joseph Ulandy, Kristin Molstad, Chris Vasko, T.J. Seward, Tim Brennan, Jessica Mason.
WELCOME TO WESTSIDE: (front row) Scott Norlen, Barrett Jtranelc, Collette Heavey, Ann Brosnlhan, David Lundquist, Ryan Harrington; (second row) Jenny Jessen, Stephanie Anderson, Kristina Lundquist, Crystal Platt, Joy Mann, Anne Huurman, Janlne Rasmussen, Kelly Smithey; (third row) Meg Hoffmaster, Jamie Beedle, Celeste Knudson, Christine Kozal, Jeanie Cutler, Clare Gallagher, Geri Greeno, Klra Finney, Tamara Misner, Andrea Johnston; (back row) Dawn Taylor, Andrea Murante, Tahnee Nowak, Nathalie du Fayet de Ia Tour, Christine Kampschnelder, Mara Chadwick, Christina Hawk.
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Peer physically and handicapped Westside become more involved at school. "They gave the handicapped students a chance to participate socially with other students," Pat Peer
Wclcomc/Advocalcs
Advocates sponsor, said. Each month the students participated in an activity with their assigned buddy. Besides the group activities, the students also called their buddies on the telephone and spent a little extra time with them on the weekends.
HELPING NEW STUDENTS
Welcome to Westside offers friendship and assistance to newcomers. Jill Stillmock, (11), reviews new schedules with MikkyVandenburg, (12), an exchange student from Holland. "I joined Welcome to Westside because I had a friend coming to school here and I wanted her to get along all right," Still mock, (11), said. This welcoming committee worked hard to make new students and foreign exchange students more comfortable in strange environments. Welcome to Westside, which has been a club for two years, was sponsored by Peg Johnson and Maryanne Ricketts. Walking through a day's schedule, going to basketball games together, and .being a friend were the objectivesofthe helpful students in Welcome to Westside. PhDto by Brian Hauptman
PERSONAL ATTENTION is given to Rina Pruitt, (11), and Teresa Hannel, (10). by Wanda Young, special education instructor, as they ask her for help on an assignment . This attention from teachers made schoolwork easier for most students . PhDto by Ttish Kantor
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Classic acts;
JUN IOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE: (front row) Matt Marx, Joanna Young, Jennifer Freye, Kenna Clark, Larisa flyerhof, Dan Simon; (row 2) Kelly Welsh, Kristen Letter, Scott Magnuson, Tiffany flartlett, Al ex Pederso n , Zack Walker; (back row) Stephanie Shalberg, Kim Ueda, Hachel Davis, Linda Zoucha, Katie Whites, Angie Coyle.
INTE RNAT IONAL CLUB: (fro nt row) Amy Wegener, Rosanne Gnarra, David lloyer; (row 2) Debbie Masters, Laura Brade r, Nich olas Gwyther, Sara llay, Alex Pederson; (row 3) Jake Frederiksen, Casey Niema nn , Ge ri Gree no , Darcie Rives, Andy Frank, Laura Goodman; (back row) Asher Stoller, Jon Fiddel ke, Jason llrune, Catherine Williams, Molly Mahoney, Ma ra Chadwick, Ann Weide, Angie llouser.
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students who liked learning about cultures other than their own. The club had parties which were devoted to the cultures of foreign exchange students at Westside and large events happening throughout the world. At these parties the emphasis was on learni about a cui-
JCUintcmatlonal
ture ng games, to presentations of fellow members' trips to foreign countries, and performing skits. "The major thing we wa to get across was depth in culture and helping others t understand people of a different culture," Sheryl Wiitala, International Club sponsor, said.
MARcH FOR LATIN
With hands held high, Jennifer Freye, (12), and Tanya Feierman, (12), carry a sign that reads "LatinLivesAtWestside." Junior Classical League spent a September afternoon marching through Memorial Park in the Latin Day parade. JCL sponsored the event and they invited all Omaha schools to participate. The purpose of the event was to attract attention to the fact that Latin is still spoken today. The parade had a turnout of over 200 students. "I thought the parade was very fun and a big success. It made people recognize JCL and it was good publicity for the club because we were covered on the news," Freye said. JCL was organized on the local, state, and national levels. The purpose was to promote Latin and maJ<e it more fun. Photo by Bill Gr![flths â&#x20AC;˘
TilE RUSSIAN EXCHANGE gave the members of International Club a chance to talk with foreign students first -hand . Geri Greeno, (II), greets Tanja Zabortseva at the airport upon her arrival in Omaha. Photo by Bill Griffiths
A C 0 M B I NAT I 0 N
of modern technology and traditional teaching made the characters of Japanese easier to understand . Yoshiko lshizuki, foreign language instructor, drills students on the Japanese alphabet. Photo by Patsy Egan
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Extra hours
DEBATE: (front row) Ed Covert, Amy Duff, Patricia Mooney, Kathryn Weitz, Lisa Taylor, Linda Zoucha; (row 2) Todd Richardson, Brandy Gabriel, Beth Nicholson, Meeghan Smith, Kim Frederick, Amy Frisch, Jennifer Paasch; (back row) Sam Passer, Dan Kully, Deanna Bartee, Steve Woodbury.
DEBATE: (front row) Troy Meyerson, Ted Fellman, Case Goodman, Trent Steele, James Collura, Brad Meurrens, Mordy Schwartz, Adam Haber; (row 2) Brendan Polt, Bill Griffiths, Mike Murphy, Maria McGee, Jeff Engel, Doug Stave, Andy Albano, Jason PatU; (back row) Jay Behringer, Chad Marshall, Allison Kohli, Marne Kopf, Amy Wegener, Darren Hartman, Paul Skiermont, Spencer Robert .
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When many people thought of debate, wasted weekends came to mind. However, for the team that won the Iowa City and Millard North sweepstakes, it was hardly a waste. The dedicated debater sometimes spent over 20 hours on outside work. "The best
parts about debate were the many opportunities for scholarships and the traveling," Paul Skiermont, (11), said. Beingapartofthemostconsistent debate team in the state and competing in places such as Dallas and Chicago made all those extra hours worthwhile.
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Debate, a class that requires a great deal of preparation and skill, keeps Jay Behringer, (12), busy during his open mods. Research and rehearsal aided debaters in theirstrivingforvictory. Students were given the opportunity to go into two areas of debate . One was Lincoln Douglas debate, which dealt with values and moral issues. The other option was Policy Analyst debate, which dealt with more practical issues. Tournaments were in the form of invitationals. They occurred from November to March and often took debaters out of town . "It was intellectually stimulatingand demanded more outof-class work. The season ran as long as threes ports seasons, but it will pay off for me in the future," Jay Behringer, (12), said. Photo by Bill Griffiths
PLANNING HER NEXT DEFENSE,
Donna Scheidt, (11), prepares for the coming debate. Debate was a timeconsuming but rewarding activity. Photo by Bhl Griffiths
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REHEARSAL WAS THE KEY to winning the debates. Troy Meyerson, (11), recites his next attack for the coming debates. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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WARRIOR BAND: {from row) Darren Hartman, Jenny Frank. Mike Kern, Melissa Knecht, Rachel Kroll, Shannon Liedel, Allison Boney, Sarah Paetsch, Ellen Struve, Kendra Olson; (row 2) Steve Chadwick, Stephanie Shalbcrg, Melissa Nlhsen, Tara Briese, Amy Duff, Joanna Young. Geri Greeno, Heather Branham, Cori Tyler, Molly McCahill, Carolyn Jordan, Usa Whalen, Debbie Hoerrnan; (row 3) Trent Stcele, DeeDee O'Neill, Alyssa Bee, Michelle Roberts, Andrea La!llen, Amanda Gilbert, Ryan Anderson, Andy Wlgodsky, ClifT Miles, Dave Goldner, Jon Larsen, David Slebler, Monte Davis, Jeff Spielman, Chris Goering. Kellh Halsey, Kevin Bearinger, Michelle Tegeder, Angeal Hannan, Katie Krueger; (row 4) Jam! Johnson, Clark Raleigh, John Schmid, Ron Peterson, Kevin Gaughan, Andy Hrasky, Eric VonDollen, Allan Bucknam, Scoll Magnuson, Eric Smilh, David Turman, Brian Corey, Seth Myel'll, Andy Frank, Mark Spizman, Rick Myel'll, Kris Blake, Jeff Betsch, Kraig Downey, Sarah Krieger, Jeff Manna; (back row) Brian Krum, Mac Smllh, Chris Camazzo, Chris La!llen, JusUn Bigsby, Joe Pcschlo, Karen Manuel, Adam Osika, Roger Groth.
SYMPHON IC BAND: (from row) Paul Farquhar, 1.1. Coles, Eric Sayre, April Kingery, Jessie Starkel, Michele Zipay, Monica Johnston; Crow 2) Jody Pantaleon, Cheryl Spicka, Nicole Spellman, Carrie Johnson, Amy I laselwood, Dori Zeilinger, Tanya Gardner, Chris Holewinski, Tammi Smith; (row 3) Scon Zjmmerman, Kirk Lindholm, Carey Callahan, Mike Fowler, Kevin Spellman, Max McCahill, Pat Hanrahan, llrad Meurrens, Chris Knoblock; (row 4) Jayce Pallerson, Kent Anderson , Marty Pete!llen, Jeff Myel'll , Mick Ilrown, Jon Fiddelkc, Dan Graham, Doug Thomsen, Mall Baum, Stuart Sleeper, Chris Hughes, Rob List, Dave llunt; (back row) Paul Vouk, Mattllowen, Jet! Everroad, Konnâ&#x20AC;˘ Clark, Jim Johnson.
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Bi\ND; (front row) Monica Johnston, Carey Callahan, Monte Davis, l'at llanrahan, Matt McCahill, Lisa Whalen, April Kingery; (row 2) Martin Petersen , Jn nathan Fiddel ke, Stuart Sleeper, Mall Ballin; (back row) Chris l.arse n, Mark 1\ndcrson, Chris Carnazzo, Jim Johnson.
Bww THAT HORN All attention is focused on Angeal Hannan, (10), and the Warrior Band. band performed monthly and practiced 45 minutes every day. Concerts usually consisted of four to six songs. Selections ranged from blues to classical music, including "Toccata," "St. Louis Blues," and "Prologue and Dance." Warrior Band was open for auditions from all grades. "You got a lot of discipline from band because you really had to work hard at it," Hannan said . The Warrior Band members sold candy, magazines, and coffee mugs for two weeks to fi nance a Colora::lo ski trip. Hannan enjoyed playing in the award-winning group. "Playing in Warrior Band was a positive experience. It strengthened my ability to play the French horn and my knowledge of music," Hannan said. Photo bll BUI Griffiths
One of the most recognized clubs at Westside was the concert jazz band. The organization performed twice a month and received many awards because ofstrenuous daily practices. Members realized their distinct advantage over competing musicians. "Roger Groth, the director has been rec
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as an outs ing azz educator," Dave Goldner, (12), said. Although practices were numerous, concert jazz band members were optimistic toward future achievements. The highly recognized group brought out an interest in jazz music for both members and
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Marching to
STAGE BAND; (front row) Joe Peschio, Kipp Howard, Mac Smith, Stephanie Shalberg; (row 2) Cliff Miles, Scott Zimmerman, Chris Goering, 13rad Meurrens, Debbie Hoerman; (row 3) Eric Vondollen, Kevin Gaughan, Geri Greeno, Ryan Anderson; (back row) Roger Groth, Andy Frank, Dave Hunt, Jeff Beisch.
CONCERT JAZZ BAND; (front row) Jenny Frank, David Goldner, Keith Halsey,David Siebler, Cliff Miles, (row 2) Karen Manuel, Justin Bigsby, Adam Osi.ka, Carolyn Ann Jordan, (row 3) Andy Hrasky, Pete Weber, Ron Peterson, Allan Bucknam, (row 3) Eric Smith, Alissa Jacobson, Rick Myers, David Turman, 13rian Corey, Seth Myers, (back row) Roger Groth.
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Hard practice paid off. This is one phrase that described the marching band. Waking up early in the morning was one way to strive for perfection. All areas of the band were combined to make up the marching band that performed at football and basketball
games. "It was interesting meeting other people from all areas and performing with them during the year," April Kingery, (9). said. During the state competition held at UNO, the band was given a superior rating for class division 1 bands.
STROKE THE STRINGS
During an orchestra rehearsal, Frances Vaughan, (9), practicesherviolin. Violins, violas, and cellos were important parts of school for students involved in orchestra. Students met two times a week for orchestra and chamber orchestra. Involvement in school orchestra led to bigger and better orchestras. "I was a part of the Omaha Area Youth Orchestra as a result of my orchestra classes at school," Vaughan said. Students received credits while enjoying their participation in orchestra. "It was an easy class and I got a lot of credit for being involved in it," Vaughan said. Chamber orchestra and orchestra classes were perfect ways for students to express their talent. Enjoyment and achievement were two awards of involvement in orchestra. Photo by Joe Frost
CONCERT JAZZ BAND is more than a
blow of hot air. Allan Bucknam, (12), moves the slide of his trombone to hit the proper note during a winter performance in the Westside auditorium. Photo by Chris Fasbender
HITTING THE RIGHT NOTES takes a lot of practice. Brenda Davis, (12). Kelly McGlynn, (9), and Martin Hess, (11), work for perfection during class. Photo by Joe Frost
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TECHNICOLOR SHOW CHOIR: (front row) Todd Davis, Terry Mayfield, Dan Schneider, Matt Marx, Kevin Christensen; (row 2) Molly Koozer, Joanna Young, Brigette Vivian; (row 3) Emily Kean, Stephanie Anderson, Allene Eakins, Christine Cota; (back row) Jason Patil, Scott Magnuson, Pete Hazelrigg.
PREP SHOW CHOIR: (front row) Angie Coyle, Karin Waggoner, Maureen Ambrose, Molly Burns; (row 2) Kara Bishop, Sarah Kohli, Kristin Whitted; (row 3) Chad Schroeder, Orad Johnson, Andy Altman; (back row) Mark Spizman, Mike Behrens, Ed Covert, Justin Leuenberger, Jeff Spicka.
There were many different classes that a student could enroll in. All they had to do was sign up. However, a few classes required a student to try out. One class was Warrior Voices. Warrior Voices differed
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classical music and there was no dancing," Allene Eakins, (11), id. Members of Warrior Voices held performances at school d other places. "We had a school concerts and would ly perform at shop" Eakins said.
LIFT IN THE AIR
As part of "The Amazing TechnicolorShowChoir," Kevin Christensen, (ll). and Christine Cota, (12), perform "Under the Boardwalk" for students. The group not only performed at Westside, but also performed regularly for groups outside of school. The varsity show choir consistedofl6members,eightguys and eight girls. "We all worked closely together to form a fam ily-like unit and we got a lot of compliments on that," Cota said . Hard work was another reason the show choir was so successful. "We all worked really hard tocreatetheclassiestgroup we could," Cota said. The varsity show choir participated in two competitions and took first place in both. All the effort put into each performance was worth it. Photo by Chris Fasbenclcv
A SONG BRIGHTENS UP THE DAY for shoppers at Countryside Village. Choir members spent a day caroling at Countryside to bring out the holiday spirit. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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Performing
GIRLS SHOW CHOIR: (front row) Tahnee Nowak, Georgia Hatzidakis, Andra Davidson, Tracey Edmunds, Jenny Meusey; (back row) Dee Major, Sarah Boe, April Kingery, Gcri Greeno .
the group, fun was always involved. "We are like a big family. We get along really well and all have one thing in common. We all love performing," Molly Koozer, (11), said. The events the group took part in were attending various sand to contests.
Choir
JOY TO THE WORLD
Christmas carols were on the program for the Varsity Show Choir during the Christmas season. Stephanie Anderson, (12), Dan Schneider, (10), and Joanna Young, (10), sing carols at Countryside Village to show their Christmas spirit. Varsity Show Choir was an elective class, but in many ways it was also a club. There were performances once or twice a week, which included anything from performing at elementary schools to Christmas caroling. "Normally when we performed we wore our uniforms and did a lot of dancing, so caroling was a change of pace for us," Emily Kean, (11), said. Everyone enrolled in Varsity Show Choir had a common interest in singing and performing. "When we got to sing in different atmospheres we all had fun," Schneider said. Photo by Bill GrilJI1hs
JAM M I N I TO THE 8 EAT, l he Technicolor Show Choir rehearses for upcoming performances. Practice is required 10 perform as frequently as !his organization did . Photo by Patsy Egan
REIIEARSAL IS IMPOHTANT when preparing for a performance. Joanna Young, (10), and Kevin Christensen , (II) , practice !heir song and dance routine for !he nexl show. Photo by Pat s y Egan
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MISTAKES ARE USUALLY
found when a teacher corrects an assignment. Don Gilpin, business instructor, gives a couple of pointers to Jolene Cortez, (12). on improving her paper. Pfwto by Kate Scott
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A HELPFUL HAND from someone of an experienced nature can make a difficult problem become easy. Don Johnson, business instructor, and Tammy Beecham, (12), go over a business homework assignment. Pfwto by Kate Scott
A GOOD TYPIST must keep his eyes on the book and not on his hands. Allen Meyers, (10). improves his typing during class. Typing is helpful for future business plans. Photo by Kate Scott
aking mor1ey Learning to make management decisions, balancing checkbooks, and researching pricing and selling were all techniques taught in business courses. They attempted to provide students with the skills to advance in the business world. Business classes were taken by students for a variety of reasons. "I'm taking Advanced Accounting mainly because my counselor decided that I shou1d take Beginning Accounting and I liked it. Also, Mrs. Winslow didn't give me a choice," David Boyer, (11), said. Other students felt that business classes were important and useful. "I'm taking Business Principles because I want
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some kind of business in my background," Lisa Herman, (10), said. Business classes can also l?repare students for their future. "Accounting prepares me for the future. It teaches me a lot about the business world and prepares me for college accounting," Sean Lough, (12), said. "I feel that the students taking business classes find them relevant. Most can see relevancy to personal life or to the career they plan to pursue in the future," Joan Anderson, business department head, said. Business classes were taken for reasons varying from the benefits of the class to the topics discussed. Jeanie Cutler
the assignments for the next class ensures Rachel Davis, (10), and Carl Henningsen, business instructor, a productive mod. Photo by Trish Kantor
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A BRITISH Literature sk _ _.;.;.;....__ _ _....-,.----.;;,;;,;,.--.....- . . -.. brings many costumes and break from the everyday monotony of class. Amy I lines, (12), portrays a character in the novel "Grendel. " Photo by
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STRAIGHT
LINES are important when working on a yearbook layout. Pam Olson, (II), carefully measures the area of where a photo will be placed. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
HARD WORK is needed in accomplishing a tough English assignment. Veena Nair, (11), tries to get her assignment done before the bell rings. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
riginal Creativity was not limited to only the art classes. Students were offered the chance to write creatively by choosing Creative Writing for an English requirement, or as an elective. "Most of the students in the class really enjoyed writing and doubled up on English courses. Many were taking Classics and Creative Writing at the same time. There were also students who took the class because they thought it would b e easier than Composition, but I think they were surprised," Peg Newkirk, Creative Writing instructor, said. The class involved writing a short story, a poetry montage, a
children's book, and a one-act play. Also, the students were expected to keep a creative journal at least three days a week. "Creative Writing class made me expand myself in a different kind of writing. It encouraged me to explore a different part of myself," Amy Radii, (12), said. The creative writing club offered another way for students to get involved in writing and membership was not limited to class members. "The club's main project was to put the creative writing magazine together," Newkirk said. Creative Writing was not just another English class. It taught students to express their inner feelings through writing. Abby Gordon
INTENSE READING
is needed for Todd Davis, (11), to understand his assignment. A quiet area in the English IMC provides for a great atmosphere for reading. Photo by Chris Fasbende r
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DETERMINATION isn't present only during sports activities. Kent Anderson, (10), plays with impact in morning marching band practice. Photo by Janine Rasmussen ORCHESTRA ClASSES meet twice a week in an effort to perform better as an ensemble. Paying attention will pay off for students as a guest speaker shows new techniques. Photo by Chris Fasbender
THE RIGHT NOTE can be {/ achieved successfully after many hours of practice. Christian Goering, (9). and Scott Zimmerman, (10). harmonize during band practice . Photo by Chris
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Drawing, painting, photography, and designthese were just a few of the classes that made up the fine arts department. What made these classes different from all the others? "Art classes offered a different way of problem solving. Students were encouraged to use their hands, head and heart in order to work things out. They made visual leaps and connections that weren't developed in other areas," Diane Murphy, fine arts instructor, said. According to Murphy, a person dicfn't need to have a great deal of talent in order to succeed in fine arts. "A student could be successful without having a lot of natural talent. Most students took
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classes in fine arts because they were interested in it. They were either creators or appreciators," Murphy said. By becoming involved with art, a person could better appreciate it and they would learn many of the different styles and techniques that were involved in art. Photography was a popular class for many students. "I learned to take pictures with a 35millimeter camera. After I took the class, I became a better photographer," Chris Fasbender, (11), said. Fine arts classes were not just for the supertalented artists, but were also for those who just appreciated art and wanted to learn more about it. Kim Gifford
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FIESTAS can often be very filling when every student makes a special foreign dish. Clare Gallagher, (11), fills her plate during Spanish class for one of the quarterly parties. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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to learn a introduced to Westside. As a Japanese instructor talks long distance on a phone, Japanese students listen carefully. It was the fust year this teaching method was used. Photo by BUZ Griffiths
SPANISH
is a class that requires much study and practice. Norm Choat, foreign language instructor, helps one of his students with her Spanish oral presentation. Photo by Bill Griffiths.
For some students just to master their native language was hard enough. For other students learning a foreign language was an additionar challenge they wanted to attack. The foreign language department was able to help students fulfill that goal. Japanese became a part of the
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was hiCe learnmg any other foreign language. You have to be in or you got behind," Mitzi Delman, Japanese instructor, said. Eight Russian language students had the opportunity to participate in the Soviet Exchange. The Soviets spent three weeks in the fall at Westside, while
Russian language students went to the U.S.S.R. in the spring. Donations from the Westside Foundation were the main source of money for the trip. Spanish was the most popular language taken. "Many people thought Spanish was all fiestas," Lydia Burgos, Spanish instructor, said. The amount of homework assigned was a factor in choosing the class. "I didn't have any homework in Spanish, so I loved the class," Jennifer Smith,(lO), said. Taking a forei&n language was a benefictal experience for students. It was a challenge that many faced and it left them with the ability to speak a foreign language. Meredith Donlan
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HABITS are improved as Marne Kopf, (II), studies alone. The foreign language lMC is a quiet place to get work done. Photo by Bill Griffiths.
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Guidance
freshman year can answer a lot of questions about the upcoming year. Mary Ann Rickells, guidance counselor, and Jenny Mitchell, (9). review a future planning packet. Photo by Bill Gr![ftths
MAKING ONE FINAL check of the fust quarter grades, Ken Bennell, counselor, looks closely to make sure everything is correct Grades brought both pleasant and aggravated reactions. Photo by Bill Gr![fiths
WITH A STEADY HAND,
Scott Wanetka, (9), fills out his future career pamphlet for group guidance which will help him decide what he wants to do with his future. Photo by Dill Griffiths
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To seniors, t h e Guidance Center meant college planning; to juniors it meant test registrations; to sophomores it 111eant a place to study; but to freshmen, it 111 e ant Group Guidance. For one mod a week for nine weeks, freshmen assembled with their counselor for a class that familiarized them with Westside. It helped them gt::t to know their counselors and other freshmen. "I think the who I e purpose of C r o u p Guidance is to help prepare students for college and careers after college," Alia Beckerman, (9). said. The majority of students thought Group Guidance was not
are always a big concern. Robyn TuttJe, (l2), works with the Video College Guide Planning machine trying to choose the right college. Photo by Bill Griffiths
needed. "All of the subjects not covered in other classes were thrown together to give us an extra mod a week," Scott Farnham, (9). said. Counselors thought Group Guidance helped freshmen to feel more comfortable talking with them. "Hopefully when they walk out of there, they will say 'this is a counselor I can talk to,"' Maryanne Hicketts, counselor, said. Some students felt Group Guidance didn't help students at all. "When I'm a senior, I won't look back and say, 'Group Guidance really helped me through my high school years,, ... Farnham said. Heather Niasterson
WITH EYES of an expert,
Michelle Snelling, (11), starts her new sewing assignment. Sewing is an activity that can bring satisfying results. Photo by Kate Scott
AROMAS
created by the Foods 2 students f.Lil the air with tantalizing smells. Esther Smith, home economics instructor, Ray Gibson,(9), and Dan Massara, (9), boil noodles to munch on later. Photo by Trish Kantor
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:::,..::;::,:_:: CUTTING carefully, Melissa Covington, (9), follows her sewing pattern with precision. Sewing students can choose what they want to make for their projects throughout the year. Photo by Trish Kantor
Where did students turn if they were interested in cooking, sewing, or studying peoples' emotions? There were six different home economics courses offered to students of all grades. These courses were Adult Living, Child Development, Clothing, Foods, Human Behavior, and Interiors. A unique activity performed in Child Development was carrying around an egg for a week. Students acted as if this egg was their child. They gave it a name and took full responsibility for the egg. If they went somewhere and wanted to leave the egg at home, then they had to hire a babysitter to take care of it, just as a parent would
do for their child. "The purpose of this activity is to give the students a chance to see how ready they are to commit to another person," Joan Mactier, Child Development instructor, said. Practical skills were introduced in clothing. Students learned how to sew their own clothes, homecoming dresses. I made my own homecoming dress because then I didn't have a dress on that ever body else did," Teri Bengtson, (12), said. From learning about sewing to studying emotions, the home economics department offered a variety of courses to satisfy the interests of students. Angie McVey
MAKING SURE everything is in order, Michele Szurpicki, (12), sews her lining in. Sewing students had to use mods outside of class to finish their projects. Photo by Trish Kantor AN AROMA from the sauce boiling on the stove fills the foods room as Matt Dworak,(9). prepares his newest creation. Foods is a popular home economics course taken by hungry students. Photo by Kate Scott
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TO LEARN the basic parts of
the car, teacher instruction is necessary. Mark Brady, (9), is shown the engine parts by Ken Brown, auto instructor. Plwlo by Trish Kantor
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measuring is a
must for a woods project to :. turn out properly. Adam DiPrima, (10), measures out the length of his table. Photo by Chris Fasbender
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coordination are a must when ripping lumber for wood technology. Michael Cooper, (9), shows the proper technique in safety and precision. Photo by Chris Fasbender
echanical matters Industrial arts. "I didn't know we had classes like that," Tom Cornish, (11), said. The image many students had of the industrial arts classes was that it was just a bunch of students standing around in hard hats and goggles playing with wood, car parts, and scraps of metal for easy credits. Easy credits were not the only things students thought about when they signea up for these classes. "I took autos so that I can go to the self-service line· at the gas station an d know enough about my car that I don't have to embarrass myself like a girl and ask where my gas tank is," Brent Newman, (11), said. The general purpose that the industrial arts staff served was to give the students a b a s i c
understanding of the course. "If the student is interested enough, he will consider a career in industrial arts," Ken Brown, industrial arts instructor, said. "I took Architecture because I needed to fulfill my fine arts requirement, and I thought it would be the most useful class for me to take," Dave Rosenberg, (11), said "Most of the students in Medical Class are interested in becoming some sort of a doctor or nurse," Kolle en Sparks, (12), said. Students also h a d practical reasons for taking industrial arts. "I wanted to learn how I could make my jeep into a high-performance automobile," Todd Remmereid, (11), said. Tina Netsch
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FRACTIONS are taught by AI Gloor, math instructor, during an Algebra class. Math is one of the requirements for graduation. Photo by Trish Kantor
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different way to learn math homework. Mindy Schmitz, (11) , works on her assignment for class. Photo by Brian Hauptman
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Remembering one plus one equals two was enough of a challenge for some students . Others spent their time pondering lon&er and more cornpltcated equations. T h e mathematics department had students with advanced skills. These students were ahead of their peers. With the many challenges of the more advanced classes came responsibility. "Taki11g Calculus required a lot of responsiblity. You couldn't just go to class and learn the material from the teacher's lecture. You had to study," Amy Wegener, (12), said. Some of the students were luckr, enough to just "know' the material.
"I usually read the material before we had it in class and was able to get some of the answers," Eric Smith, (11), said. For another, the skill of mathematics was so strong it took him out of high school . Christopher Thomas, (12), attended a third semester Calculus class at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. "The class was really beneficial. I was able to learn the material in a smaller environment," Thomas said. While pondering the assignments in advanced math courses was not the way some chose to spend time, others considered it not only a requirement, but an exciting challenge. Christine Kozar
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a c.:omrunaule c.:hair at a teac.:hcr's desk is one way to relax while doing homework. Mike Donaldson ( 11 ), found out that Hic.:hard' Link's chair is better than the "average chair." Photo by Utian I Iauptm.a.n
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It would almost be impossible for there to be any more graphs or articles in tne "World Herald" based on the rising number of obese Americans, or how well Americans are educated about AIDS and other health topics. The p h y s i c a 1 education and health classes at Westside made sure students got in shape, and understood their health needs. The health course grade became separa·te from the p h y s i c a 1 education grade this year. "By having health and physical education as two separate it gives more credibility to the health class," Linda Adamski, health and physical education mstructor, said.
Movies were viewed and guest speakers were in vi ted to talk so students could learn the latest information about AIDS. "We usually go from worksheets to movies to guest speakers when we t e a c h important subjects such as AIDS," Tony Martinez, health and physical education instructor, said. There were also classes such as Lifesuarding and Leisure Living that helped keep students fit. Look around and see if students are becoming obese, or act as if they are uninformed about AIDS. Granted there may be a few, but who needs graphs when there is a physical education program? Anne Huurman
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SCHOOL in the s trength complex is where Melanic Sleeper, (I 0), spends time working out. Keep ing fit is important to many students. 1'/wt.o by Jani.ne Rasmussen
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GOOD EXPLANATIONS make homework assignments a lot easier. Carrie Johnson, (10), receives help from Bill Krueger, science instructor. Assistance from teachers provides easy learning and extra attention. Photo by Kate Scott
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nusual a.spects Ahhh, the art of science. Whether it includes dissecting a shark, or examining the mold in a petri dish, science is the class where anything can happen and usually does. Strange and entertaining activities seemed to happen in the science wing that made the classes interesting. "I was playing with a rat in Zoology class and it excreted fecal material on my shirt," Chad Kroeger, (10), said. "Mr. Harley Hardison's fashion statements make the class far different from any other," Brett Johns, (10), said. Amazement was the reaction to the return of Chuck Lang, physics instructor. "I find it a little odd that someone who was once on Nickelodeon is
now a physics at Westside," Mike Donaldson, (11), said. Besides all of the unusual incidents that happened in the science wing, some mixed feelings were expressed about the way science was conducted. "Chemistry was a good class, but I disagreed with the way the class was run. I think that there should have been more staff involvement. The teachers shouldn't have had it so much easier than the students," Jason Hellman, (12), said. Students seemed to share a wide variety of feelings about their science classes. However, they were content with the knowledge that they gained. Sheila Evans
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F brings out the best in everyone. · Jennifer Northam, (9). Matt Baum, (9), Jayce Patterson, (9), and Chris Carnazzo, (9) are dressed for the time period. Costumes and performances were the entertainment during the day. Photo by Joe Frost
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and territories are located on maps by World History students during class. Kim Iburg, (10), and Chad J<roeger,(IO), maintain their patience as they search for a specific country. Photo by Joe Frost
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Did A d v a n c e d Placement (AP) classes serve a purpose at Westside? AP European and AP United States History were the only two AP courses offered at Westside. Both were in the social studies department. Communication was the reason the social studies department kept the AP classes for over 30 years. "AP is a better way to communicate the difficulty of the course to a college. It is known what AP courses are and what they consist of," Bill Nelson, social studies instructor, said. Faculty felt AP classes were beneficial, some students did not. "AP classes are over-rated. They are not as hard as people make them
sound. You don't have to be extremely intelligent to be in an AP course ," Brenda Davis, (12), said. Previous grades were not a factor m deciding between an AP course and a regular course. "The only prerequisite that is required is a high interest in history. Tne AP students are generally more motivated, brighter, and achieve more; therefore, teachers expect more out o f them," Nelson said. AP courses were unique to the social studies department. Whether or not to take an AP course depended upon the student. More homework, hassles, and hectic times were characteristic of an AP course. Heather Thomas DIFFEHENT HESOU HCES arc useful when writin g a p ape r o n a s p ecia l top ic. Ale x Ped e rson , ( 11 ), uses th e In fo Trac to find so me e x t ra informat ion. The In fo Trac was the newest addition to l he Social Studies IMC. Photo by
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PLAYING pattycake with Julie Nicholson was part of the fun for Jennifer Annin , (12) . They became buddies on the sociology field trip. Photo by Trish Kantor
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t he From sharing doughnuts in homeroom with students to being in classes with students the special education department has attempted to mainstream their students, with other students. Mainstreaming special education students into classes and homerooms has been going on for six years. "Mainstreaming has gone well. The hi,gh school students are great," Pat chairman of the spec1al education department, said. The special education students were seen little after homeroom by other students, but some individuals were mainstreamed into classes
such as physical education. "Mainstreaming gives us (the students of Westside) an opportunity to understand people different from ourselves," Brad Mausbach, (9), said. "I think that they like being here, and they would rather be here than secluded awar, from normal students, ' Tim Siebler, (12), said. The special education department prepared students for jobs in the real world. Each semester the students took jobs at different job sites. Mainstreaming the special education students will continue to happen as long as there is positive feedback. Amy Zoob
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UP CLOSE and personal what this friendly cow seems to be. However, Chad McSorley doesn't seem eager to show affection in return at the Henry Doorly Zoo. Photo by Trtsh
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STUDENT TEACHING is essential to become a teacher. 13ecky Heavey, student teacher, and Rob Johns, social studies instructor, go over the materials for the next class. Photo by Trish Kantor
FIGURING out how many worksheets she can assign her students, Ann Roberts , math assistant, goes through her nics and chuckles . Photo by Trish Kantor
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After a few weeks of classes, it became evident to students that teachers had sayings that quickly became predictable. Whether students became annoyed with the sayings, or laughed at them every time, they became memorable. "Mr. (Ron) Crampton always said, 'You know those Hollywood High students.' It really got on my nerves," Rachael Kunze, (12), said. Repeated saying.s sometimes made classes less intense. "I have found that the best way to express myself is to make of something. My saymgs have eased thmgs up during class," Bob Klein, science instructor, said. Klein is known for repeating "How about them apples?" and "Isn't it, wouldn't it, couldn't it?" Biology class was lightened up with jokes.
Don Wisch, science instructor, often asked girls, "Do you have a boyfriend yet?" While most students referred to their unscheduled time as "open mods," Don Meredith, social studies instructor, told students to see him during their "independent study modules." Other teachers used puns to catch the attention of students. "Go off on your own tangent," John Graff, math instructor, said to keep students on their toes. The monotony of staring at a chalkboard was broken by the repeated sayings of teachers. Classes became more interesting; teachers became more memorable. "How about them apples?" Jenny Waldman
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Han ging out "What's going on tonight?" This question was often asked, but rarely answered about the upcoming weekends. The athletic events were one of the options for students. "We usually went to basketball games and then drove around and tried to find a party," Josh Hoberman, (10), said. Other students had a favorite place to spend thei r weekends. "I went to Skateland with my friends. That is where everybody went on Friday nights," Kellie Johnson, (9), said. The parks offered students who could not drive a place to "hang out." "We usually went to Hocket Park or Bridge Park when it
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wasn't too cold," Kristy Sandoz, (10), said. Many students found going to a friend's house the best option for the weekends. "I usually went to a friend's house and watched a movie. There wasn't much else to do," Gordon Jones, (11), said . Whether it was basketball games, roller-skating, a cold park, or a quiet evening at a friend's house, students found enjoyment of some kind on weekends. Abby Gordon A DAY IN TilE PAHK is never complete without a few friends. Kicking back, Jason Sommer and Joel Kassara, (I 1), enjoy a coke and a smoke. Photo by Drian Hauptman
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Class rings were on the rise again and retailers loved it. Westside consistently increased the amount of sales in class rings for the last three years. "One thing that set Westside apart from other schools was that they sold the rings all year long," Brad Fowler, Josten's sales representative, said. "This is one reason that sales went up." Josten's recently changed their sales strategy because of a decrease in the amount FOR THOSE WHO want to cherish their high school memories in the form of jewelry, class rings were on sale aU year. Students take a minute to look at Josten's display of options. Photo by Kate Scott
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of class rings sold. Sales representatives sold rings at Westside for three different weeks throughout the year. Students were not restricted to buy rings only during these three weeks. They could also go to Josten's office on 77th and Pacific any day of the school year and purchase a ring. Students that hadn't bought a ring said that they probably would. "I thought I would get a ring. It is something I could wear my whole life to remind me of my high school years. These have been the best years of my life and I don't want to forget them," Terry Lodes, (11), said. Rick Kelley
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In an effort to win the war on drugs, the mayor of Omaha, P.J. Morgan, unveiled a new weapon-Drug Free Zone signs. The main purpose of the signs was to keep drugs off school property and 1,000 feet beyond it. If any person was caught within the zone with illegal drugs, the penalty was doubled under federal law for the offender. The signs were placed at all public and private schools around Omaha. The attitudes of students toward the Drug Free Zone differed. To some students the signs had no effect. "I've never seen anyone selling drugs before, so in my opinion the signs served no purpose," Todd Remmereid, (11), said.
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Some people just viewed the sign as a JOke. "I just wanted a Drug Free Zone sign in my room," Jake North, (11), said. "The whole idea of the signs was to make people aware of the consequences of selling or possessing any drug on the school campus," Roger Herring, assistant principal, said. The consequences were great for students who were caught possessing drugs, but to Morgan, it was a step in the right direction to win the war on drugs. Meredith Donlan STUDENTS ARE HEMINDED of the Drug free Zone from the sign posted in front of Westside. These signs were used to show students and parents that District 66 schools do not approve of the distribution of drugs. Photo by Dill Griffiths
UNDERCLASSMEN Angela Coyle Brian Craft Tracy Cramer Aaron Crook Trystan Crook Jeanie Cutler Bill Cutler Erin Dahir Rebecca Darrow Andra Davidson Brian Davis llollie Davis Larry Davis Monte Davis Rachel Davis Todd Davis Anthony DeSanti Lauric DeGraaf Doug Derby Josh Dew Adam DiPrima Anne Dineen Charles Dixon Mary Dixson !leather Dodcnhof Lisa Dolcjs Debbie Dolleck Mike Donaldson Traccc Dorwart Jarni Dostal Lynn Dostal Josie Dougherty Kraig Downey Danicllc Doxon Erick Dragstcn Jennifer Duffy Ryan Dughman Laura Dunham Matt Dworak Karen Eager Allene Eakins Tony Ebachcr Charles Ebcl Amy Eckerman Joy Eckhoff Tracey Edmunds Cindy Edwards Patsy Egan Chad Ehresman
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Super Mario Brothers, Mike Tyson's Punch-Out, and Double Dribble, were just three of the many games played on Nintendo. Nintendo was a brand of video game that was ropular among students. I play Nintendo because it me something to do m my spare time," Todd Davis, (ll),said. Many students use Nintendo as a way to forget about all the they should be doing. I play Nintendo because then I don't feel like I have to do mv homework," Jennifer SUPER MARIO BROTHERS
attracts many students. Mike Donaldson, (11), takes a break from his homework to play a game of Nintendo. Photo by Chris Fasbender
Logan, (10), said. Nintendo was a game that many students played constantly and it often became an uncontrollable habit. "I think Nintendo is addictive because after you play for an extended period you learn its secrets," Logan said. Other students had different opinions toward its effect on students who play frequently. "I don't think Nintendo is very addictive because if you have other ways to spend your time then you don't think about it," Brian Henningsen, (9), said. Nintendo may have caused procrastination towards school work, but it proved to be an enjoyable way to spend time. Jeanie Cutler
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Did students ever consider working for no pay? Some students did by domg various kinds of volunteer work. A popular form of volunteer work was being a candy striper at hospitals. Maureen Ambrose, (10), was a candy for a year and a half. ' I've learned a lot being a volunteer at a hospital, and I've especially learned to love medicine," Ambrose said. David Carlson, (9), was part of an organization called DeMaray, which was like a high school fraternity that did different kinds of volunteer work. "Around Christmas we would usually give about $50 and different kinds of food to the Open Door Mission,"
Carlson said. Nursing homes were another common place where students volunteered. Kate Corcoran, (12), was a volunteer at the Mercy Care Center. "I don't take for granted my age anymore because I 've seen what it's like to get older," Corcoran said. While some students spent wee.kends shoppmg or gomg to movies, many would spend their weekends volunteering their time . Angie McVey VOLUNTEER WOHK is often done by students after school. Reena Ramakrishnan, (Ill. gives change to a customer as she volunteers in a hos.eital gift shop. Photo by Bill Gri.lfiths
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"Cash or charge?" is a familiar question to most people. Not many students had the opportunity to answer the latter, but those who did found the experience beneficial. A student with a credit card may have been a scary thought for many parents. However, a good deal of experience was acquired by utilizing credit cards at an early age. "It is a good experience. It showed me how to budget myself so I will be prepared when I go A SIGNATURE is aU that is needed for Jason Brune, (11), to pay for his yearbook. Some students had this great financial power through checkbooks. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
out into the world," Robyn Kooper, (10), said. Experience in money management also came in the form of checking accounts. "It helped my son to understand the economic system and manage his own money," Deenie Meyerson, mother of Troy Meyerson, (11), said. While budget experience was an obvious benefit from utilizing other forms of money, some students had checking accounts for more important reasons. "I got a checking account because it was time for me to become a man. I could pay for any date I wanted, and the girls really dig that," Troy Meyerson said. Meg Hoffmaster
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"When I hear the word national I think of the national government," John Fudge, (11), said. That chain of thought was altered when Pete Hazelrigg, (12), became the national treasurer of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). "The campaign was mainly covered in four days this past summer. A caucus with each state was covered in two nights. The last step was to talk with people in a booth at random," Hazelrigg said. Funds for campaign materials came from money Hazelrigg raised from local businesses. "My job was to be an ambassador for the association. I attended state
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and regional confrences, in which I gave speeches to different groups," Hazelrigg said. Clarann Winslow, FBLA sponsor, had a big influence on Hazelrigg. "Mrs. Winslow knew I had the potential to do the job," Hazelrigg said. The experiences a national club officer goes through will help in the future. It prepares such officers for working in big business as they get older. Anne Huurman A NATIONAL LEADERSHIP
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One of the many activities open only to seniors was a business program called on-the-job training (OJT). OJT was a program that allowed students the opportunity to earn credits while working part time. The students in OJT were required to work a minimum of 10 hours a week. However, most students gained experience by working between 18 and 20 hours. The OJT program was helpful for students who wanted to learn more about NEWSPAPER DELIVERY is a way for students to earn extra money during the holiday season. Larry Hogya, (11), tries to earn money for that special holiday gift. Photo by Anders Wick
the business world. "I think OJT was a good program for students because they got hands-on experience which was definitely to their advantage for the future," Joan Anderson, business department chairperson, said. One student who planned to work in the family business after graduation was part of the OJT program. "I earned cred1ts while I learned more about the business I plan to go into," Mike Wakefield, (12), said. "OJT is a good program because it provides students who are interested in business with the skills they need to survive in the business world," Cherise Butler, (12), said. Kim Gifford
Steve Manna Tony Marasco Chris Marlowe Pete Marr Craig Marshall Kevin Marshall Matt Marx Tony Mason Jessica Mason Rachel Mason DanMassara Debbie Masters Heather Masterson Shawn Mateer Chad Matthews Brad Mausbach Ben Maxwell Jaimi Maxwell Ken Maxwell Tom Maxwell Terry Mayfield
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How many times did this happen to you? You were in the middle of scoring the winning touchdown or you were on your first date with the head cheerleader or Mr. Jock, when the bell rang and you were brought back to reality. ¡ You suddenly realized you had missed the whole second part of class and you only caught half of the assignment that was due on Monday. Although students may have tried to listen in class, they sometimes found it was impossible. "My attention span was not what it should have been and the classroom topics were not as intriguing as weekend activities," Danielle Doxon, (11), said.
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Students were not alone in the for concentratiOn. Teachers also found their minds wandering from time to time. "As a teacher, when I was not an active part of the classroom activities, I sometimes daydreamed about trivia questions, soccer, or rock 'n' roll," Don Gilpin, marketing instructor, said. Whether they were willing to admit it or not, wandering minds were a problem for both students and teachers. Tina Netsch IGNORING HER TEACHER'S lecture, Jennifer Jackson, (9), daydreams during class. Students' minds often drifted while they were being taught. Photo blJ Kate Scott
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UNDERCLASSMEN Carmen Messick Todd Metzler Brad Meurrens Jenny Meusey Matt Meusey Allen Meyers Troy Meyerson Cliff Miles Chris Miller Dan Miller Ken Miller Ryan Miller Jeff Mischa Mike Mischa Jenny Mitchell John Mitchell Kristin Molstad Mark Monaghan Kim Mongar Jeff Mooney Trish Mooney Jennifer Moore Jeff Morford David Morin Chris Morrison Kate Morse MoUy Moylan Corey Munger Andrea Murante Sam Murante Steph Mustain Jeff Myers Maria Myers Mendy Myers Rick Myers Ryan Myers Vecna Nair Evan Neal Heidi Nelson Marla Nelson Pete Nelson Carrie Neppl Tina Netsch Tami Neumann Brent Newman Andrea Nicholson Beth Nicholson lleidi Nicholson Beth Nielsen
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Jennifer Peterson Nicole Petregal Corey Pettit Crystal Piatt Missy Pilcher Sam Pleas Bill Podrazik
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Lending a helping hand to others was accomplished by food drives, clothing drives, and fund-raisers. These activities helped students get involved in the commumty. "Interact sponsored a clothing drive around Christmas. We sent the clothes to St. Martin DePorres shelter," Bob Klein, Interact sponsor, said. In the fall, Forum sponsored the United Way drive. The drive was different from before because of a homeroom vote which directed all funds to FOOD IS A NECESSITY of life. Shawn Fasbender, (9). helps out those who are less fortunate by packing canned goods for a food drive. Photo by Chris Fasbender
homeless shelters. "The student ccntribution totalled $1900, which fell short of our goal," Craig Marshall, (11), vice president of Forum, said. Toward the holidays, Forum held a food drive to help the needy through the winter months. Another event that helped the community was Honey Sunday. Members of Westside clubs took part in Honey Sunday by selling honey to benefit the Greater Omaha Association for Hetarded Citizens. Raising money, bringing canned goods, and searching through old clothes was often necessary to take part in helping people through schoolsponsored activities. Pam Olson
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Tony Randone Liz Rasgorshck Janinc Rasmussen Diana Ratcliff Tami Ratcliff Ben Rca Keland Regan
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Josh Rchtmcycr Todd Rcmmcreid Alicia Rcwolinski Stcphcni Rhoads Todd Richardson Fred Rieser Chris Ringgenberg
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Pleasing teachers Desperate students went to any extent to receive an acceptable grade. While some students resort to cheating, others chose to brown-nose. Everyone tried to manipulate teachers in some form or another, to obtain a grade, but did it work? "As a teacher I really disliked brown-nosing and I believe most teachers did also. It did more harm than good. It's just a deceitful way to get a good grade, Tim Bloomingdale, psychology student teacher, said. Some students believed that brown-nosing had its privileges. "I think if the person received a good grade then
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it's successful, but you shouldn't make a habit of it," Mac Sexton, (II). said. Why did students choose such an unjust method to receive a better grade when it was so poorly looked upon by most students? "Brown -nosing stems from insecurities and the need for recognition, Spencer Hobert, (11). said. Many students believed that brown-nosing was very deceitful, but an easy way to obtain an acceptable grade. Sheila Evans
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Melissa Robinson Tim Roehrs David Rosenberg Ellen Rosengard Laura Rosenthal Annette Rosno Meagan Roth Mike Rowen Angelica Ruckman Keri Ruecker Kim Ruecker Laura Ryan Corey Rybin Matt Rysavy Mike Rysavy David Sacco Crissa Sachse Scott Sacks Thomas Saklar Shari Samson Kristen Sandoz Kathy Sattem Karen Sayles Eric Sayre Linda Schabloske Jeff Schaffart Jim Schanbacher Alison Schatz Kirsten Schatz Donna Scheidt Kim Schlingman Michael Schlueter Heidi Schmid John Schmid Mindy Schmitz
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Bored? Some people never get bored. Students at Westside High School know how to spend time wisely. Relieving stress and having fun were two reasons students had for involving themselves in extracurricular activities. "I find that playing golf is very relaxing and it relieves a lot of frustrations," Jennifer Northam, (9), said. Parents often influenced a student's choice of activities. "My dad was the one who encouraged me to TALENT COMES from practice. Josh Hoberman, (10), shows off his ability in playing ping-pong by retUining the ball from under his leg. Photo by Kate Scott
play baseball because he played professional baseball," Tim Siebler, (12), said. Personal satisfaction sometimes played a part in becoming involved with activities. "It's interesting to meet new people from different schools and to learn more about business and marketing," Catherine Williams, (10), member of Junior Achievement, said. One of the best reasons for getting involved was that it was fun. "I started playing sand volleyball in the summer and then I was introduced to indoor volleyball. I love the sport so I decided to keep with it," Terry Mayfield, (11), said. Janine Rasmussen
Angie Spiehs Jeff Spielman Jennifer Spielman Jackie Sporven Jessica Starkel Jennifer Stastny Patricia Stastny
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Doug Stave Carla Steinhoefer Brandon Stewart Jill Stillmock Jennifer Stock Shawn Stodola Sean Story
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Chad Stout Jennifer Strauss Ellen Struve Jerilyn Stuart Josh Stubbe Chase Stueve Sarah Stueve
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Going to rock concerts was a common practice for many students. Some went to see a band that they admired while others went just to have fun. The reactions to concerts were based on different faCtors. "CamperVan Beethoven was excellent. The sound mix was fantastic and they played without error. Yet, I'm still uncertain if they shared the same musical virtuosity that 'The New Kids on the Block' had," John Fudge, (11), said. Having a bad experience at a concert was quite frustrating. "I liked the BoDeans, but I didn't like all the punks jumping around," Sam Murante, (9), said.
Stephanie Sueper Kevin Sullivan Michelle Sullivan Kerri Swanson Landra Sweet Dana Sweetwood Tina Swinarski Tanya Swisher Pat Szurpicki Marc Tafolla Corey Tarascio Banafsheh Tarrahan Dawn Taylor Erika Taylor Katie Taylor Usa Taylor Mike Taylor Scott Taylor Walter Taylor Michelle Tegeder JeffTessin
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The most disappointing part of the evening could have been the last song at an outstanding concert. "I wished Bon Jovi could have played longer," Alison Long, (9), said. For some students, concerts were a way to have a good time and for others, the highlight was seeing musicians they admire. The experiences were unforgettable for those who made going to concerts a common practice. Dana Sweetwood CONCERTS can often make a week go by faster than usual for students who watch groups perform live. The price of each ticket differs, but some students will do anything in order to see their favorite band on stage. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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Outdoor Education provided more than just tree and leaf study. It also included canoeing, archery, and horseback riding. In October around 65 seniors, juniors, and sophomores had the experience of being counselors at Outdoor Education. There were five different sessions, each consisting of three days. Five sixth graders were put in one cabin with one counselor. There were bad experiences that happened PADDLING DOWN the river, outdoor education participants accept the change of pace that the Platte River State Park has to offer. Westside students volunteered to be counselors for this three-day camp. Photo by Brian Hauptman
during certain sessions. "One of the kids in my cabin had bad asthma. I woke up to him crying, because he couldn't breathe. He was yelling at me to get his asthma machine. Unfortunately, the kids in my cabin broke the light, so I couldn't figure out how to use the machine. It ended up that a teacher had to drive him home at 3 a.m.," Tim Olsen, (12), said. Of course, the sixth graders picked on the counselors. Ty Owen, (12)', was known as Michael Damian by the girls from Loveland and Westgate. Outdoor Education was a success for the sixth graders and the counselors. Anne Huurman
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Harmsen, (12), said. The inside of a locker has never become familiar to a senior. "I have never been shoved inside a locker, or been J')icked on by an upperclassman," Mike Classen, (12), said. The Student Study Center (SSC) has never been a required place to study for seniors. "We never had to be isolated from everyone else in the sse, Ty Owen, (12), said. Seniors seemed to agree that the best part of never ' being the youngest was that there was always someone else to take the heat. "The freshmen took all the stuff that we would have taken if we were the youngest. It was nice to not have to experience that," Brian Lodes, (12), said. The class of 1990 never experienced the things that most freshmen encounter, such as the sse and snide remarks from the upperclassmen. Heather Thomas II
Vineeta Banerjee Debbie Barta Todd Bartusek Robyn Bearinger Harvette Becerra
Mike Becker Adam Beckman Tammy Beecham Jay Behringer Julie Beister
Jenny Beller Dannielle Benak Mike Bendorf Matt Benecke Teri Bengtson
Corbin Bennett Eric Berg Damon Billingsley Chad Bitterman Kandi Black
Kent Bonham Hache! Bowley Laura Brader Tara Briese Dan Britten
Jamie Brown Curt Bryan Megan Buckley Allan Bucknam Sally Burford
Scott Burns Trinity Butcher Melinda Butler Debbie Campbell Rachel Campbell
Jeffrey Carlson David Carnaby Daniel Carpenter Debbie Carpenter J. J. Carroll
Dana Caudle Stephen Chadwick Andy Chapin Hudson Cheng Mark Christensen
Trish Cieslik Jeanette Oarke Kevin Clarke Michael Classen Bert Cohen
Erin Conboy Shawnda Conley Kate Corcoran Christine Cota Chris Craft
Christine Crouse Laurie Darrow Brenda Davis Kurt DeGroot Amy Dewsnap
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Damon DiPrima Debra Dohmen Anders Donaldson Michelle Dotzler Brian Drelicharz
Nathalie Du Fayet de Ia Tour , Amy Duff Melissa Eberhart Shannon Edwards Missy Ellison
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Ted Fellman Matt Fischer Paul Fishburn Tammy Fitzsimmons Kyle Fleming
Kim Fonda Michelle Forbes Laurel Fortney Diane Francl Jenny Frank
Jason Frazier Jake Frederiksen Jennifer Freye Ted Friedland Joe Frost
Lac kin Senior year was long awaited, but for some it wasn't what was expected. Most students strived to get their senior passes at ihe begining of the year, but being denied was not uncommon. "All I had to do was pass my consumerism competency and I could get my pass, " Suzanne Jones, (12), said. Simple rules also aren't forgotten when senior year rolls around. "I got my pass taken away from me because I had too many tardies. It really had no affect on me because I still left, Trish Cieslik, (12), said. Seniors who broke the rules had to face the consequences. "They
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couldn't leave, but if they did they were restricted from blue slips and were put in study mods just like the underclassmen," Peg Johnson, dean of girfs, said. Laborious students who struggled to achieve the freedom of the senior pass may have gotten what ther waited for. It al depended on the students desire to possess freedom. Jennifer Wills ANY STUDENT who has lost open campus privileges has to make sacrifices. Instead of going out to lunch with his friends, Kevin Fruehwirth, (12), has to spend an open mod eating lunch in the cafeteria. Plwto by Chris Fasbender.
Kevin Fruehwirth Jon Gabriel Cheryl Garber Judy Carver Michelle Caver
Matt Gerard Greg Gibson Sutton Giese Kim Gifford Blair Gilbert
Jeff Glasgow Rosanne Cnarra Eric Goetzinger â&#x20AC;˘ David Goldner Abby Gordon
Jeff D. Graham Jeff J. Graham Daniel Grant Scott Graves Karla Grennan
Kay Grennan Sandra Grundler Lisa Gulizia James Gurnon Doug Hahn
Jeffrey Hall Pat Haney Nick Hansen Debbie Harmsen Peter Harper
Darren Hartman Peter Hazelrigg Jeff Heater Paris Heckman Scott Hegstrom
Jason Hellman Janet Hengen Kirk I Ienningsen Dan Henry Desarie Henry
Taki Hicken Amy Hines Lisa I Iinsley Mike Hoesing Scott Hoffman
Eric Hoover Christine Horejs Jennifer Horner Wendy Horst Suzanne Horwich
Jenny Houck Jennifer Howard Evan Howe Andrew Hrasky Scott Hutchinson
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Future planning was an added pressure for seniors. For many, these plans included college. Most students felt the application procedure was time-consuming, difficult, and stressful. "The application procedure put more stress on my everyday schoolwork," Andrea Johnston, (12), said. The most difficult portion of most applications was writing an essay. "It was hard because I was trying to think about what would impress the admissions committee," AN OPEN MOO is wisely spent
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Trent Steele, (12), said. For some, however, the information itself was not a challenge. "I worried most about my handwriting on my applications," Kevin Fruehwirth, (12), said . Troublesome decisions were common throughout the year for seniots who had to decide where to apply and where to go to school. "The cost of the school and the distance from home were factors in my decision," Steele said. CollegP. applications were standard for collegebound seniors. Although they interfered with schoolwork, were timeconsuming, and added tension, they were a necessary process for the students futures. Jenny Waldman
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expect to see a lot of kids at, wasn't well attended," Lynn Hansen, guidance counselor, said. The benefits for students by this representation were phenomenal. "I talked with a representative from Tulane and he was super helpful. He talked about New Orleans and gave me pictures of the caml?us," Sean Lough, (12), sa1d. Some times with the more pressing decisions of life, a little help went a long way. Christine Kozal COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES help studen ts lind an institution itable for their Angie l'riefert, (12). inquires about Kl·arney State College with one of KSU's representatives. l'holo lJy Jue Frosl
Brian Kelly Megan Kenedy Mike Kennedy Ingrid Kimmons Mike Kimmons
Susie Kiscoan Dave Kluthe Melissa Knecht Allison Kohli Kathy Kalis
Kevin Kraska Andrea Kroll Katie Krueger Tim Kully Rachael Kunze
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Shelley Lewis Brian Lodes Sean Lough Kristina Lundquist Kevin Mach
Courtney Madson Karen Manuel Amy Marshall Chad Marshall Brad Martin
Liz Martin Paul Massara Debra Massey Dave Mastio Susie Matulevicz
Scott Matulka Scott McAleer Usa McChesney Greg McGowan Toby McGowan
Doug Mcintyre Matt McKinney Neil McShannon Monique Mediratta Jason Menning
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Jennifer Morton Joy Morton Peaches Moulton Tracy Muller Troy Muller
Craig Mumma Mike Murphy Seth Myers Colby Nelson Nicole Nelson
Pat Nelson Troy Nelson Denise Nicholson Jeff Nicholson Krls Nicholson
Theresa Noahr Matt Norlen Katie O'Connor Scott O'Neill Tim Olsen
Wendy Orr Adam Osika TyOwen John Oxley Melissa Pariset
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Hoger Peterson Il.on Peterson Steve Peterson Cathy Pettid Mike Pfeffer
Brendon Polt Chris Porterfield Tonya Price Angie Priefert Amy Il.adil
Practicing hockey eight hours a week along with five full days of school didn't leave much free time for four seniors coming from Michigan and Illinois. Shane Cleaveland, Angelo Ricci, Brian Ganz, and Eustace King were all recruited to play for the Omaha Lancer's hockey team. All but Shane Cleaveland, the youngest member on the team, went back to their families before the school year ended. Cleaveland was READY FOR ANYTIIING,
Angelo Hied, (12), takes his position on the ice. Having a practice game can be helpful in preparing for the real thing. /'/toto by Robert Herbst
not upset that he was not going back to his former school. "My parents supported me in my hockey decisions. They figured that since I am the one playing hockey, I should know when to follow it to a different school and when not to," Cleaveland said. None of the hockey players were told much about Omaha, but they found out that it wasn't that bad. "The hockey facilities are really good and the fans are very supportive. The schools are good too," Ricci said. All of the hockey players have been playing since they were young and have played in tournaments across the country. Paris Heckman
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T emporar:!;, freedom Did it ever seem like the ' every-day routine of school was just too much? For many students this may have been a typical thought. One way to escape from this routine was to take a break in the form of a vacation. Vacations were taken for many reasons. "Six of my friends and I went to Florida to visit my sister. We went to Disney World, Epcot, and Paradise Island, and we had a lot of fun ," Karla Grennan, (12), said. Traveling to warm, sunny climates was not the onlr, way students got away. ' I went skiing in Breckenridge over break with a bunch of friends. We had a lot of fun even thou&h it was only for a few days, Scott Hegstrom, (12),
Brian Renz Simon Reyes Ryan Risolvato Scott Roach Phillip Robertson
David Robey Usa Robino Stacy Romero Marie Rosenthal Kevin Ruby
Dusty Ruge Jim Ryan Barb Schenck Eric ScWingman Trevor Schmidt
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said. Despite the excitment involved in taking vacations problems may arise. One problem was missing school. "In several classes there are class discussions. When they are missed there is no way for them to be made up," Maryanne Ricketts, counselor, said. Regardless of the problems that may have arisen, vacations were still taken. Whether going skiing or visiting the beach vacat1ons seemed to prove exciting for students. Jeame Cutler HEADING OUT of town for winter break, Sally Burford, (12) packs her suitcase. Many seniors took vacations with their friends. Photo by Joe Frost
Rebecca Schneider Matt Schulz John Schumacher Kate Scott Jill Seaman
Cynthia Shipley Yuri Shwidelson Dennis Sieben Tim Siebler Kristy Sieler
Dan Simon Dawn Sloup Jodi Slusky Dick Smith IloUy Smith
Mike Smith KoUeen Sparks Mark Spizman Scott Standish Trent Steele
Ty Stewart Suzanne Stock Asher Stoller Adam Studenbcrg Scott Sullinger
Jessica Sullivan William Sweet Michele Szurpicki Mack Taulborg Chris Thomas
Heather Thomas Sharon Thomsen Traci Thoreen Caroline Tillman Melanic Tolen
Shonessi Tracy Lucky Truesdell Ron Tsabari David Turman Hobyn Tuttle
Patrick Tyler Ron Urich Annerniek: Van Den Burg Eric Van Doren Eric Voeck:s
Tracy Vonasek Jennifer Waggoner Mike Wakefield Jenny Waldman Pat Walsh
Chad Ward Anne Wax Pete Weber Amy Wegener Stacie Wheeler
Mark White Christopher Whittamore J. C. Wickstrom Kelley Wilbeck Mark Williston
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Peter Willson Kim Wilson Mark Wolf Timothy Wood Patrick Yakopcc
JcffYarges Amy Zoob Nicole Torskcy
Plans¡for the Graduation did not just mean that the seniors would never have to return to Westside. It also meant seniors would be moving on into the "real" world. There were a variety of things students did after Braduation, including JOining the Army, attending college, and working full time. Statistics received from the Guidance Center showed that 82 percent of all seniors attend a two-to four year college program. Two percent join the military, and approximately 14 percent choose work instead of attending college. Parents did help seniors make their future l1lans. "My parents said t 1ey would stand behind me no matter what I decided to do after graduation," Denise Nicholson, (12), said . "I'm staying at the BE ALL TIIAT YOU CAN BE. Some seniors opl for lhl' army ilbtead or colll'ge or a full - lime job. 1\lik.c Kampschnl'idl' l , (1:!). for the future by lilling out forms for lhe army in the gu ida nee center. l'hoLo by Chris Fu,;hertder
University of Nebraska at Omaha for the first year. It will be sad when my friends leave, but we're such good friends that we'll keep in touch," Megan Buckley, (12), said. Traveling to a different country was what other students anticipated. "! pl;m to my C.P.A. in accountmg here in the U.S., and then r will go to London to learn how to drive a race car so f can race on weekends," Hachael Kunze, (12), said. Staying fit and improving athletic abilities was important if a student planned to plaY, sports after gruaduation. 'I would like to go to a two-year school and a four-year school, but it all depends on baseball," Scott Matulka, (12), said. The graduation ceremony was held Wednesday, May 30 at the Civic Auditorium. This was the special moment when seniors received actual proof that they were no longer students at Westside, but had become revered alums. Anne Huurman
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PERFECTLY LEGAL, Sharon Thomsen and Brad Martin, (12), show their passes to Tim Bloomingdale, building supervisor, as they head out to lunch. The bouncers' jobs were made easier by students who legally left the building. Photo by Chris Fasbender
DISCIPLINARY PROBLEMS are discussed between Marty Kauffman, dean of boys, and Peg Johnson, dean of girls. Kauffman was appointed as one of the new part-time deans of boys. Photo by Trish Kantor
Was it really that hard to get out of the building without a pass? Multiple jo bs, many doors, and mouthy students made it hard for building supervisors to catch everyone who left the building illegally. "We nave a lot of other jobs that people don't realize. Our main responsibility is to keep people out of the building who aren't supposed to be in the building," Tim Bloomingdale, building superviser, said . The number of doors made it hard for the "bouncers" to see everyone leave. "If people really want
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to leave they can very easily. There are too many doors. to watch all of them . We can't be everywhere at once, " Darryl Wise, "bouncer" said. The "bouncers " were required to be very tolerant people. "People do not listen to us . They see us as a challenge. It 's hard to keep â&#x20AC;˘ control when you're not li stened to or respected ," Bloomingdale said. Students made their jobs difficult, but the "bouncers" generally came out on top. Heather Thomas STOP RIGHT THERE. Darrell
Wise and Laura Ostrom, building supervisors, prevent a student from parking in the faculty lot. Parking became a rising concern for students and teachers. Photo by Chris Fasbender
Unda Adamsld, (10), phyalcal educaUon, Health, Leisure Uving. girls' track coach; Peter Adwers, (l6),1Clence, Applied Physics; Bruce Anderson, (22), math, Pre-Calculus, Advanced Algebra Honors, math club sponsor; Joan Anderson, (26),buslness, Typing I, Business Systems and Procedures; Ken Bennett, (6), guidance, Group Guidance, senior class sponsor; Kevin Blga. (14), math, Algebra, Chemistry, Directed Studies; Sharon Bjomsen, (15), guidance, Westside Well ness Program; Unda Bladt, (4), English, Reading 9, 10, English I I, 12; Kyle Blazek, (l), special education, JV football, baseball assistant coach; Richard Bock, (22), English, Career English, Uterary Masterpieces, Uterature/Composllion; Mary Ann Bowerman, (14), special educaUon, Vocational Placement,
Community Skllls, Current Events; Ken Brown, (13), Industrial technology, Autos, Small Engines, Principles orTechnology, swimming assistant coach; Lydia Burgos, (6), foreign language, Spanish 3, 5; UndaChevaller, (11), English, English 9, Wrilinglab, Composition; Catherine Chin, (13), foreign language, French 3, 5, Exploring Uterature; Norman Choat, (10), foreign language, Spanish; Ronald Crampton, (22), science, Biochemistry, Chemistry; Gary Cunningham, (12), guidance; Mary Daugherty, school board member; Mitzi Delman, (3), foreign language, French 3, Russian 1, 2, 3, Japanese 1; BobDoma.cker, (23), English, American Uterature, Writing Lab, Composition; Jim Fey, (3), One arts, Pottery 1, 2, Sculpture, sophomore football, freshman wrestling coach; Jim Findley, (19),
principal; Brenda Garrelts, (3), special educaUon, Learning Environment, Social Sid Us, Learning Strategies, girls' track. basketball assistant coach; Dan Garver, school board member; Don Gilpin, (14), business, Marketing 1, 2, DECAsponsor, girls' varsity soccer coach; AI Gloor, (29), math, Advanced Senior Math, Consumer Math, Algebra/Trigonometry, Algebra 2, Chess Sponsor; John GrafT, (17), math, Geometry, Algebra/Trigonometry, reserve boys' basketball coach; Roger Groth, (7), One arts, Warrior Band, Stage Band, Symphonic Band, Pep Band, Concert Jazz Band, Marching Band, color Unda Gulnotte, (2), special guard sponsor; education, Learning Strategies, Career Exploration, JV, Varsity Cheerleading sponsor.
Linda Adamski Bruce Anderson Kevin Biga Sharon Bjornsen Linda Bladt Kyle Blazek Richard Bock Willa Boe Mary Ann Bowerman Ira Brodsky Ken Brown Lydia Burgos
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Jan Burton Linda Chevalier Catherine Chin Norm Choat Ron Crampton Sara Marie Cuadrado Mary Daugherty Mitzi Delman Barbara Dowd Jim Fey Connie Garland Brenda Garrelts Dan Garver Donald Gilpin AI Gloor John Graff Roger Groth Linda Guinotte EDUCATIONAL AIDES: (front row) Natalie Ehrp , Jennife r Meehan ; (row 2) Barbara Taxman, Mary Jo II all, Jan nunon, Barbara Keyes; (row :1) Peg Johnson, Marcy Shepard, Dorothy Campisi; (row 4) am:.y Peg Bankers, Marian Wolf, Jan Keller; (row 5) Deanna VanDnest, Sherry Bateman, Linda Stroud; (row 6) Mary Jean Scheinhost, Kathy Oldfield, Peg Peterson, Gail Alukonis, Linda lloffman, Mary Primeau .
.. Men and women who formed the minds of students were hard working and dedicated, but the reward received wasn't always in the form of pay. "Teachers weren't in the profession for the money reward. They liked working with students and liked to see the students turned on to learning," Don Wisch, science instructor, said. The salary of a teacher in District 66 was around $32,000. Possibilities for annual salaries ranged from $19,000 (a new, teacher with a bachelor of arts degree) to $58,400 (but no teacher made that much). Teachers did have the ability to increase that amount with the merit program, but even without
the merit pay, the teachers at Westside were paid higher than other Omaha Schools. "Though our teachers were paid higher, the salaries were not comparable. More of our teachers have master's degrees, and contracts were set," Jack Noodell, business manager, said. Hegardless of their salaries, teachers continued helping those who would accept the challenge in shaping the world of tomorrow. Christine Kozal ENOUGH MONEY for lunch? Richard Link, math instructor, looks through his wallet to see how much he can spend on lunch. On the average, teachers from District 66 were paid more than teachers from other districts. Photo by Joe Frost
"Spare a dime for a hungry teacher, ma'am?" !'acuity
CO 0 KS: (front row) Marlene Castanzo, Janie Edgington, Gert Klefner, Anita Young, Delores Scigo, Connie Miller; (back row) Elizabeth Manzer, florence Olsen, Janet Rush, Nancy Kracker, llelen Zoucha, Mary Drew, Delphine Mcllugh .
Tom Hall Betty Hallas Harley Hardison Debbie Hawks Bill Hayes Carl Henningsen
Joe Higgins Roger Hoffman Shari Hofschire John Hudnall Fred Hutchinson AI lnzere!'o Rob Johns Don Johnson Jim Johnson Uz Karnes Marty Kauffman Helen Kelley
Donna Kendall Bill Kesling Bob Klein Dean Klein Don Kolterman Doug KreckJow Bill Krueger Kathy Lake Rita Lcehy Lois LeFebvre Jim Lemon Larry Lewandowski
Tom Hall, (20), English, Humanities, American Ulerature llonors, football, boys'basketball,trackcoach; Lynn Hansen, (18), guidance, college counselor; Harley Hardison, (31 ),science, Zoology, Physiology, Geology, Freshwater Ecology; Debbie Hawks, (3), special education, Communication Skills, Learning Strategies, freshman, sophomorechecrlcadingsponsor; Bill Hayes, (22), social studies, World Jlistory, Problem Solving; Ken Heimbuch, (26), fine arts, Photography, Drawing/Painting I, 2; Carl Henningsen, (3), business, Business Law, Freshman Economics, Notetaking/Study Skills, Youth -to- Youth co-sponsor, varsitycrosscountry, freshman basketball, freshman track coach; Roger Herring. (19), aulstant principal, SAB, Forum sponsor; Roger lloffman, (26), math, Algebra I, Advanced Alge-
bra, boys' golf coach; Sharl llofschlre, school board member; Skip lloppe, (5), social studies, Civics, U.S. History; Ed Howe, (3), English, Exploring Literature, Grammar/Composition, American Literature Survey, boys' IV football, basketball coach; John Hudnall,(l4), English, Newspaper2, 3, Yearbook2, 3, Introduction to Journalism, Quill and Scroll, "Lance." "Shield" sponsor; Ron Huston, (28), assistant prlnclpal; Pat llutcblngs, (6), special education, Peer Advocates sponsor; Fred Uutchlnson, (3), math, Geometry Honors, PreCalculus, BASIC computers I, 2, freshman football, track coach; Allnzerello, (1), assistant principal, SAB, Forum sponsor; Jean Jensen, (8), math, Calculus, Algebra, Computer Science I, Knowledge Master Open; Robert Johns, (20),sodalstudles, Psychology, Social-
ogy; Don Johnson, (26), business, Accounting. Business Principles, Ping-Pong Club sponsor; Jim Johnson, (22), music, Symphonic Band, Warrior Band, freshman Jazz Ensemble; Peg Johnson, (19), dean of girls, Welcome to Westside sponsor, Homecoming sponsor; Uz Karnes, school board member; Helen Kelley,school board member; Donna Kendall, (20), Industrial technology, Introduction to Medicine, Medicine I, 2, Medical Practicism, FMAsponsor, Junior Classical league co-sponsor; Bob Klein, (27),sclencc, Physics, Advanced Physics, Interact co -sponsor; Dean Klein, (3), science, Biology; Don Kolterman, (23), English, Grammar/ Composition, Literature/Composition, American Ulerature, Literary Masterpieces, British Literature.
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planned among the four assistant principals . Roger llcrring, AI Inzcrcllo, Ron Huston, and John Crook discuss their specific objectives for the year. Photo by BilL Griffiths
TEACHERS as well as students held after-school jobs. Norm Worley, guidance counselor, makes some extra cash at Walgreen's. Photo by Joe Frost
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were often filled with doing schoolwork, though, such as correcting papers or for the next day's lecture. I usually averaged around two hours per night on doing schoolwork," Roger Hoffman, math instructor, said. Whether they were going out to dinner and to a movie, doing homework of their own, or just relaxing, instructors seemed to constantly have something to do after hours. Angie McVey WORDS OF SUPPORT arc given to the N girls' basketball team by Jessica Mason, (10). Richard Link, math instructor, and Rick Vranicar, special education instructor. Plwto by Joe Frost
SECRETARIES: (front row) Doris Sladek; (row 2) Dee Meyer, Linda Larson, Dee Cortese, Grace Burns, Rose Derr; (back row) Marilyn Hohenstein, Gail Abramson.
Jack Lewis Rick Link Mary Jo Losen Dick Lundquist Joan Mactier Tony Martinez Debbie Mazgaj Bill McCormick Dennis Mcintyre Rick McKeever Dan Miller Lou Miloni
Pat Mitchell David Molden David Moore Larry Morrissey Bob Moscrey Diane Murphy Bill Nelson Peg Newkirk Mike Nuschy Paul Nyholm Mary Ann Pederson Lee Perkins Ginger Petersen Doug Pierson Dave Richardson Lorraine Rogers Ann Royle Gary Salerno
Doug Krecklow, (11 ), physical education, Exercise Science, Aquatics, Health, Physical Education, swimming coach; 8111 Krueger, (5), media, Essential Ele· ments of Instruction to Adults; Charles Lang, (27), science, Physics, Advanced Physics; Rita Lechy, (3), business, Typing I, Today's Business; Lois LeFebvre, (16), math, Algebra/Trigonometry, Geometry; Jim Lemon, (13), math, Algebra I, Basic Geometry; Larry Lewandowski, (3), Industrial technology, Carpentry/Construction, Co·op Off, Wood Technology, Weld ing Technology, girls' JV soccer coach; Jack Lewis, school boanl member; Richard Unk, (17), math, Geometry, Pre·Algebra, Interact, 9th girls basketball; Mary Jo Losen, (I), home economics, Diet and Nutrition, Interior Design, Human Behavior U; Dick Lund-
qulst, (18), guidance, Youth·to-Youth co-sponsor; Joan MacUer, (14), home economics, Child Development, Special Education; Anton Martinez, (7), physical education, Health, Physical Education, Personal Safety, trainer; Debbie Mazgaj, (3), physical education, Health, PE, Badmintonsponsor,trackassis· tant coach; William McCormick, (29),soclalstudles, Sociology, European History, World History, girls' golf coach; Dennis Mcintyre, (21 ), media, Computer Co· ordinator; RlckMcKccver,(l),speclaleducatlon, fresh · man football, freshmanbasketballassistantcoach; Don Meredith, (24), social studies, A.P. U.S. History, U.S. History; DanMIUer,(l6),speclaleducatlon, Community Math Careers, Off; Lou Mllonl, (26), physical education, Leisure Uvlng. Health, wrestling coach, fall
strength training; David Moore, (3), fine arts, Warrior Voices, Concert Choir, Chorus 9, Varsity Show Choir, Women's Show Choir, Voice I, 2; Larry Morrissey, (23), science, Zoology, Physiology, football coach, boys' basketball assistant coach; Bob Moscrey, (25), science, Biology, Aviation, intramural basketball sponsor, varsity baseball coach; Diane Murphy, (22), fine arts, Design, Vocabulary Enrichment, English as a Second Language, Art History, Commercial Art; Bill Nelson, (27), social studies, U.S. History, A.P. U.S. History, A.P. European History; Peg Newkirk, (3), English, English 9, Creative Writing Club sponsor; Michael Nuschy, (4), special education; Paul Nyholm, (32),1ndustrlaltechnology, Architectural Drawing. Architectural Sketching. Draft· lng. boys' tennis coach.
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DAD, COULD YOU HELP me with my homework? Ryan Anderson, (11). has to go no further than the math IMC to get help with a math assignment from his father, Bruce Anderson, math instructor. Photo by Chris Fasbender OPEN ENROLLMENT plans arc discussed between Sharon Krueger, associate superintendent, and Jim Tangdall, superintendent, at the AÂŁ3C building. Photo by Trish Kantor
"Good-bye honey, have a nice day at school.' This phrase or others like it were heard all year long. Some students didn't see the last of their parents at 7:30 a.m., however, because their parents worked at school. Alex Pederson, (11), had his mother, Mary Ann Pederson, foreign instructor, for a teacher. I was in her Latin 1 class, which helped because I didn't have to use schooltime to get help on Latin," Pederson said. Anne Lewandowski, (9), found a disadvantage with having her father, Larry Lewandowski, industrial technology instructor, teaching at the same school she attended. "If I got into trouble my dad would have found out right away,"
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Lewandowski said. Parents were also affected by having students at the same school John Crook, assistant principal and dean of boys, had two sons attendin& Westside. "My responsibility for boys' discipline could have created awkwardness for my sons or their friends," Crook said. Nineteen faculty members had students attending Westside. Students and their parents saw assets and hindrances with this situation. Pam Olson LUNCH
MONEY is a good reason for Scott Hoffman, (12), to visit his mother, Linda Hoffman, attendance aide. Borrowing money or car keys were two positive aspects of attending the same school as another family member. Photo by Joe Frost
ElalneO'Brlen, (2), English, Exploring Uterature, American Uterature Survey; Mary Ann Pederson, (8), foreign language, Latin, Vocabulary Enrichment, Junior Classical League co-sponsor; Ginger Petersen, (15), special education; Doug Pierson, (19), English, Exploring Uterature, Writing Lab, Composition; Dave Richardson, (3), English, Humanities, Debate, Writing Lab; Maryanne Ricketts, (11), guidance, Youth-to-Youth sponsor, Welcome to Westsideco¡sponsor; Lorraine Rogers, (29), English, American Uterature Honors, American Uterature, Uterature/Composltion; Ann Royle, (19), business, Marketing. Computer Software Applications, volleyball coach; SharonSalzman,(2),buslncss,BeglnningTyping. FBIAsponsor; Bruce Skinner, (18),sclence, Ufe Science, Nebraska Wildlife, Botany, boys' soccer coach; Esther Smith, (3), home economics, Foods I, 2,
3, Adult Uving. wrestling cheerleading sponsor; Charlene Srb, (14), special education, Audiology; Mark Stegman, (7), math, Pre-Calculus, Problems/Statistics, Basic Arithmetic, Advanced Algebra, varsity football assistant coach, JV baseball coach; James Stevens, (4), special education; Carol Stoltenberg. (8), foreign language, German 1-5; Mary Ann Sturek, (4), English, UteraryPerspecllves, American Uterature, Humanities, Creative Problem Solving sponsor; David Thronson, (1), math, Geometry, Nfootballassistantcoach; Cindy Vandecar, (2),soclalstudles, World History; RlckVranlcar, (4), special education, Adoptive P.E., JV girls' basketball, track coach; Sandy Wang, (18), home economics, Human Behavior I, Clothing I, Fashion Strategies I, 2, 3; Harold Welch, (31 ), fine arts, Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Music Theory; Sheryl WIItala,
(23), foreign language, French I, 2, 4, International Club sponsor; Janel Wllbem, (18), special education, earning Strategies, Vocational Math, drill squad, Squires sponsor, Peer Tutoring; DlckWllson, (22),soclalstudles, Civics, Current Events; Clarann Winslow, (16), business, Advanced Accounting Honors, Beginning Accounting. Senior Accounting. FBIA sponsor; Donald Wisch, (21 ), science, Biology 9, Science Club sponsor; AJ Wlse, (3), social studies, Civics, U.S. History, Economics; Fran Wltt, (3), business, Typing I, 2; Norm Worley, (21), guidance, Career Exploration, SAB sponsor; Rita Vasson, (10), special education, Vocational Placement; Wanda Young. (3),speclaleducaUon,glrls', boys' cheerleading sponsor; Allen Zlmbleman, (24), math, Math Computations, Algebra.
Sharon Salzman Bruce Skinner Esther Smith Jim Stevens Mary Ann Sturek David Thronson Cindy Vandecar Rick Vranicar Sandra Wang Harold Welch Sheryl Wiitala Janel Wilbern Dick Wilson Clarann ¡winslow Don Wisch AI Wise Fran Witt Norm Worley Rita Yasson Wanda Young AI Zimbleman
CUSTODIANS: (front row) Timothy Cox; (row 2) John Hunter, AI King, Marilyn Swindell, Bonnie Hiatt, Stanley Bernady; (back row) Jim Kirlin, Jerry Clark, Dave Fonder, Jim Blaha, Terry Mikulicz, Rex Leibert.
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Westside football has traditionally represented power, strength, and hard work on both the varsity and the junior varsity teams. But last year's 2-7 record for the varsity made this season the second straight losing season in a row. This was bound to raise questions about the team's ability. The varsity played well, and improvement was noticeable. "At the beginning of the season we were sha.Ky, but towards the end we were the best we've been in a while. We really showed other teams that we could play in the Metro Conference," A b u Blacldnan, (12), said. This was a very unique season for the varsity football team. The team finished the season with a 4-5 record, but this was in no way representative of the season. "We weren't supposed to be a very good
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team. Seven ot our opponents (Benson, Bellevue West, Burke, Central, Lincoln Southeast, North, and Prep) were at one time rated among the top ten teams in the state. We played every team extremely tough," Larry Morrissey, head coach, said. With a 5-3 record, one player on the junior varsity football team thought the JV was the best Westside has ever seen. "We could have beaten any N football team that has been at Westside. We improved a lot from the first game," Chris Fruehwald, (11}, said. Westside football, on the varsity and the JV level, demanded dedication. The second straight losing season in a r o w disappointed a lot o f people, but the team recognized that they gave their best and improved a great deal. Jeff Hellbusch
VARSITY FOOTBALL: (front row) Brian Drclicharz, Mark Wolf, Scot Standish, Mall McKinney, Kurt Degroot, Evan llowe, Adam Beckman, To1r Cornish; (row 2) Doug Jaixen, Earl Thornton, Kevin Mach lion Peterson Da1 Grant, Eric _Berg, Todd Villolla, Jeff Graham, Abu 131ackman,' Brad Perry; J Brad Mart1n, Adam Studenberg, Chad Marshall, Kirk Jlenningsen, Mal Glasrud, David Fehr, Todd Hemmereid, Greg Armitage, Jon Sindt, J. C. Wickstrom; (row 4) Todd Parker, Joe Frost, jason llcllman, Ty Stewart, Jin Hyan, Bill Kutilek, Mark Christensen, Paul Fishburn, Tony Handone; (back ro\1 C:oach. Tom. llall, Coach Larry Morrissey, Dan 13rillen, Mark Aila, Georg( Coach Many Kauffman, Coach Mark Stegman, Trainer Ton) Marllnez.
POWER is shown by Ty Stewart, (12), as he punts the football in the game against Creighton Prep. Westside lost the game 12-14. Photo by Omaha World Herald
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PERFECTION is the desire of the N football team as they run through an offensive play. The team practiced for many hours to perfect their offense. Photo by Bill Griffl.ths
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ASSISTANCE from a teammate helps sophomore football players to stretch their muscles before practice. Stretching helps prevent pulled muscles or injuries that could ke ep players out of a game. Photo by Bill Gr!.[fiths
liE ENDLESS RlVALRY lives on as ,e freshman football team moves owa rd another victory. The game Prep is always the most game of the year. Photo by ir ian Hauptman
.VITI-I A CALL of the count by the JUarterback, the offense prepares to un a play in practice. Timing is an :ssential part of perfecting a good >ffense. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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from a number of injuries, but with some changes of positions, they were able to finish the season with a record of 4-3. "Due to the numerous injuries, many players had lo take on responsibilities of different positions, but they worked hard to pull together," Jim Fey, reserve football coach, said. The reserve t e a1n considered the season a fairly successful one, but a better record was originally expected. "I consider it a successful season except we lost games we shouiJ have won. r think if we didn't have so much trouble with injuries, we could have done better," Brian Nodes, (10), said. Hard work and team eFfort combined to create a successful team. The freshman and reserve football tenms proved to be a success. Heathei l\llasterson
WITH QUICKNESS AND AGILI1Y, quarterback Mike Eversden, (10). dashes for the first down. The reserve football team finished their season with a record of 4-3. Photo by Bill Gri.ffiths
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WITII A DI VE f.OR TilE BALL, Linda Zo ucha, (!OJ. attempts to bump Lhe ball successfully d u ri ng war m ups against Uellevue Wes t. Warming up before ga mes h e lp ed pl ayers t o pla y more accura tely duri ng a game.
"The team spirit was really high this year and this was a big advantage," Linda Zoucha, (10). said. This excitement and spirit was exhibited during the game against Marian.
Westside won this game 2-0 and showed some excellent talent. "The Marian game at Westside sticks out most in my mind. The team was really excited," Zoucha said. A successful record is brought about by more than just skill and hard work. Cooperation is also essential to succeed. "The thing that I liked best about the season was how well we got along to&ether," McChesney said. 'The team worked together excellently. The players' care for each other stayed strong throughout the season," Ann Royle, varsity volleyball coach, said. Hard work, team spirit, and togetherness played a big part in the varsity volleyball team's success. These things he I p e d Westside volleyball achieve a winning season. Pam Olson
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IN FOR TilE KILL, Jenny Johnson, (12), jumps up as she spikes the ball over the net. Westside went on to win the game against South. Photo by Evan /lowe
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Kara Oestreich, (11), the edge over her opponents as she taps the ball over the neL Long hours of practice were spent to perfect the fundamentals of volleyball. Photo by Evan Howe
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DAILY PRACTICE helps Nikki Villotta, (9), improve her volleyball skills. Good technique is important in becoming a successful volleyball player. Photo by Bill Griffiths
Bump, set, and spike are words that are tied to volleyball. Some words that the average spectator may not know are communication, friendship, and togetherness. These words applied to the junior varsity and freshman volleyball teams. The JV team ended with an 11-7 record. "Actually, it was at the end of the season when everything came together. We were real inconsistent due to injuries," Mary Ann McNeal, (10). said. Communication is an important part of volleyball. On the court we had communication, and if an improvement needed to be made, we would practice it," Nikki Villotta,(9), said. Team sports involve friendships, and II
volleyball was definitely a team sport. "Our team played well because we were all so close and such good friends," Tanya Swisher, (10), said. The final record for the freshman team was 4-7. "We did not work well together at the beginning of the season, but thankfully by the end of the season we came together and performed better," Kristin Whitted, (9), said. Togetherness played an important role m the performances of the players. Volleyball was a team sport that required talent and different qualities, such as communication on the court, friendship, and togetherness. The JV and freshman volleyball teams fulfilled these requirements. Dana Sweetwood '
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HIGH VERTICAL jumps must improve if a setter wants to take control in a game. Kristin Whitted, (9). jumps as high as possible during a vertical jump drill. Photo by l3ilt Gr![fiths
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SHMAN VOLLEYBALL: (front row) Kristen Whitted, Arnie Alukonis, dy Brown, Sarah Boe, Jennifer Peterson, Kelly McGlynn, Jennifer Walter, .y McKain; (row 2) Nikki VWotta, Tracey Tomasek, Andrea Larsen, Michelle ,er, Beth Bowman, Kelly Welsh, Jennifer Jackson, Ileidi Nicholson; (row 3) :h Connie Garland, Laura Choat, Julie Fisher, Katie Wane, Landra Sweet, â&#x20AC;˘n Aase, Victoria Welch, Marla Nelson, Jennifer Coles, Coach Gary Salerno.
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A GOOD STRETCH is needed by Traci Kutler, (9), to prepare for a long run. Stretching before practice and meets was one of the major concerns of cross country runners. Photo by Brian Hauptman.
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An abundance of Goals were also participation and senior important for the team. leadership added up to a "We decided at the successful season for the beginning of the season cross country team. that we wanted to go to There were more people state and that was our on the team than ever major goal all season," before. "With the amount Henningsen said . of people on the team it The state meet was a was hard not to do well," success for the team. Matt Jeff Hall, (12), said. Gerard and Jeff Hall, (12), With a lot of runners, placed fourth and sixth having fun was inevitable. respectively. "We fiad fun this season. The team excelled The people were on the individually. "We had 15 team because they enjoy different people win a total running," Carl of 42 medals," Henningsen Henningsen, coach, said. said. Leadership on the team The most memorable was important for a moment of the season was successful season. "We had the Benson Invitational. "It a lot of senior leadership on was really exciting for both the team this year, which the boys' and girls' teams to helped us succeed," place first at Benson," Traci Henningsen said. Kutler, (9), said. Henningsen did an For the cross country excellent job considering it team, running was full of was his first year. "All our enjoyment and success. success was due to Coach The team finished their Henningsen," Matt Gerard, season on a positive note. (12), said. Heather Thomas
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EXHAUSTED during a long race, Jeff Hall, (12), pu't s forth extra effort to finish the last leg of the race. In order to be on top, pacing oneself is necessary. Photo by Tina Netsch
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A GOOD START is the intention of Jill Stillmock, (11), as she tees off on the first hole at Tara II iUs golf course. Tara hills was the home cour e of the girls' golf team. Photo by I3ill Gr![fiths
CONCE TRATION is the key to a good hip circle. Karen Eager, (10). prepares for her next move in her uneven bars routine. Photo by Janine Uusmusscn
FLEXII3IUTY and coordination are two important factors needed while performing a gymnastics routine. Brandy Gabriel, (10), poses in the >plits while keeping her balance. l'holo by Janinc Uasmusscn
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girls' gymnastics team, who had three wins and four losses. "An of having large numbers IS the competition for spots on the varsity team. It forces the kids to work harder during competition," Tim Willits, gymnastics coach, said. While Jody Johnson, (12), was the only individual on the team to go to state, the team fe[t that if circumstances had been different they all w o u I d have gone. "If we had been in Benson's District we probably would have made it to state. The luck of the draw kept us from state," Tammy Combs, (10), said. The concensus between the two teams seemed to be that friends and fun made the two teams enjoyable. "From the beginning everybody on the team was very close to each other," Willits said. Meg Hoffmaster
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A GOOD SET UP is essential for Katie Kolbeck, (10), as she concentrates on her round of golf. The girls' golf team practiced nine holes daily. Photo by Dill Griffiths
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Hard practice proves victorious Going into the season underrated didn't stop the boys' varsity and junior varsity tennis teams from excelling in every area. Varsity took first in the Metro Tournament and second in the State tournament, which gave the team respect. "We had a great team, the best one I have played with the last four years. I was really happy on how the season turned out. Winning the Metro Tournament gave us a lot of encouragement, but I felt we shoufd have won state," Andy Chapin, (12), said. Being in good shape helped the team have a successful season. Practices â&#x20AC;˘ consisted of running and matches within the team. "Technically JV played only two matches against other schools. Double matches were played during our practices to strengthen our team," Sean Lough, (12).
said. The number of students who went out for the tennis team also put a limit on how many were able to play varsity. "We had a large number of students go out for the team, but 12 made varsity. The JV played two matches, but performed just as well as Nyholm, varsity," Paul tennis coach, said. "Not cutting anyone that tried out for the team minimized practice time and the ability for players to improve. There were just too many players on the JV team," David Heimbuch, (11), said. "We played a lot of tou&h teams; we really didn t expect to do as well as we played against them. It helped us to stand long matches and not tire out. Overall, the season went really well," Peter Chilian, (9). said. Meredith Donlan
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IN READY POSITION, Andy Chapin, (12), watches his doubles partner return the ball. Teamwork was important to the success of a doubles team. Photo by Bill GrifTuhs
AGGRESSION is present as Peter Chilian, (9), swings his racket with force to send a shot down the line for a point. Being aggresive is one of the key factors in winning a tennis match. Photo by Anders Wick CONCENTRATION shows on the face of Aaron Crook, (9). as he returns a serve. Tennis requires great skill and mental preparation. Photo by Dill Grilfiths
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IN ORDER TO PUT Westside in control of the court, Dave Kluthe, (12), up against his opponent from Millard South. John Haugh, (11), stands in ready position to receive the ball from the tip off. Photo by BUl Griffiths
Mid-season slump hurts record Four returning varsity starters helped the boys' basketball team to a surprisingly good start. However, their winning streak was put to a halt at the holiday tournament when they lost to Omaha Central. Opening with five tough wins helped the team's morale at the beginning of the season. "It felt good to be winning like that. It made us feel like we could do anything," Dave Kl uthe, (12), said. The loss in the holiday tournament, and then to Omaha South seemed to hurt more than just the team's record. "We lost to South badly. After that, we lost our confidence and just didn't play like before," Scott Hoffman, (12), said . The loss of confidence played a large part in the team's mid-season slump. "We tended to question our ability like any team would
when we were losing, and that hurt us," Coach Tom Hall said. The team had a stressful 3-2 record in overtime games. "Overtimes are tough because we're so tired and they're always competitive," Kluthe said. A lot of hard work and tough practices helped the team to come back and win their district to go to State. "We shot well against Prep and won. That, along with a lot of hard work at practice, helped restore our confidence and we started to play like before," Hoffman said. Despite some midseason problems, the team managed to use their combined talents to achieve a 13-9 record. "The best part about our team was that we didn't just rely on one person, because the whole team was talented," Kluthe said. Meg Hoffmaster
VARSITY BOYS' BASKETBALL: (front row) Mark Ermeling, John I Kevin Atkinson, Bill Kutilek, Jeff llall, Andy Chapin, Mike Mischa, Dan I (back row) Mark Jensen, Coach Larry Morrissey, Kirk Henningsen, Hellman, Scott Hoffman, Andy Peck, Dave Kluthe, Jeff Graham, J.C. Wid Coach Tom Hall.
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THE STARTING PLAYERS are announced at the beginning of each varsity game. Bill Kutilek, (12). runs toward the middle of the gym to shake his opponent's hand. Photo by Joe Prost
SHOOT FOR TWO. Taking time tc set up a perfect shot, ).C. Wickstrom (12). executes the offense. Westsidt went on to beat Prep 80-70. Photo b Chris Fasbender
WESTSIDE'S ROMULUS, Paul Fishburn, (12) tries to conjure spirit out of th crowd . The idea of a mascot at hom games was a technique used in ordc to achieve more school spirit. !'hot by IJill Griffiths
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FIGHT HARD for the rebound. Jeff Hiii,(IO), does exactly that to get control of the ball. Reserve basketball beat Papillion 63 -60. Photo by Chris Fasbender
POWER IS SHOWN as Brent Newman, (11). jumps up to shoot the ball. A good jump helps lo overcome a block by the defense. Photo by Bill Griffiths TIME- OUTS are essential to the boys' N basketball team. Ed Howe, boys' N coach, quickly explains a new strategy to help bring the team a win. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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RESERVE BASKETBALL: (front row) Chad Ehresman, Greg Lopes, Brett Johns, Terry Hanna, Dan Schneider; (back row) Coach John Thomas, David Hauptman, Chris Workman, Mike Eversden, Tim David Clark.
Good attitude and effort pay off A team that works hard, plays hard. This was true of both the boys' junior varsity and reserve basketball teams. They practiced hard ¡in order to play competitively. A final record of 8-8 accurately reflected the season for the N team. "We played up and down with lots of close games where they could have gone either way," Ed Howe, JV basketball coach, said. "We were competitive in all of our games." Improvement was a rewarding part of the season. "Many players improved to get better for varsity next year," Howe said. "We also improved defensively." "Defensively, we rarely slacked off," Matt Glasrud, (11), said. "It was probably the most consistent part of the game and where our hardest effort was shown." The weaknesses of the N
team occurred in the offense. "We didn't improve offensively and that is probably why we didn't win more games," Howe said. A successful season was played by the reserve basketball team with a final record of 11-2. "We competed well and the team's hard work¡ paid John Graff, reserve basketball coach, said. It was important to overcome weaknesses in order to succeed. "At times, passing and the decisions involved in passing were weak," Graff said. The success was directly related to good teamwork. "They played well as a team, and worked hard to improve fundamentally," Graff said. Effort and hard work were the strong qualities of the JV and reserve basketball teams. Abby Gordon
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BASKETBALL: Jeff Morford, Jon Sindt, Dave Cota, Chad Schroeder, Taylor, Matt Glasrud, Guy Haney, Andy Buresh, Chris Fasbender, Brent n, JciT Mischo, Coach Ed I lowe.
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WITH GREAT SPEED and agil ity, Je nny John son, (12). dribbles the ball past h e r opponent in a fast bre ak: situation. Qu ic kn ess is esse nt ial in becomi ng a good bas ketb a ll pl aye r. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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Practice intensity leads to wins Intensity and strenuous 11-8. "The intensity of the practice were the keys to practices was good. There the success of the varsity weren't many times I had to and JV girls' basketball tell them to work harder," Linda Adamski, varsity teams. Despite having no coach, said. A big factor in winning returning players on the team, the JV did for the varsity was the exceptionally well. togetherness of the team . "We got along really well we soJou_ng and so mexpenence With compared to other years. mostly sophomores, the Our motives of doing well team exceeded my were all the same," Nicole expectations," Rick Brabec, (11), said. With only one major Vranicar, N coach, said. With a record of 11-5, the weakness, the varsity girls' N was held together with a team did what was strong defense. "I would say expected of them . "The defense was a definite team's biggest weakness was calling card for the team," ball control. Besides having Vranicar said. twenty turnovers a game The N team played hard and an unexpected Joss to â&#x20AC;˘ and gave it their all . "The Lincoln High, the team did team was very unique in about what I thought they that they always gave a great would," Adamski said. effort no matter what the With intensity and hard outcome of the game was," practice, both the JV and Vranicar said. varsity girls' basketball The varsity team put teams managed to have forth a great effort to winning seasons. conclude with a record of Heather Masterson
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VARSIT Y G IRLS' BA SKETBA LL: (front ruw) Jennifer Wills, Kara Oestreich, Kim Mongar, Debbie Carpenter; (back ro ll') Laura Anderson, Nicole Brabec, Linda Schabloske, Jami Dostal, Trish Cieslik:, Coach Linda Adamski.
PATIENCE is required while Jenny Lundgren, (10), waits to be signalled into the game. Substitution is something most players look forward to in order to get their share of playing in. Photo by Joe Frost
NOT ALL of a basketball game is played on the court. Linda Adamski, girls" varsity coach, and Debbie Carpenter, ( 12). watch the game and contemplate their next strategy. Photo by l3ill Griffiths
FRUSTRATION i shown on the face of lleidi Potthoff, (10), after she fouled an opponent. This gave the other team an opportunity to make two free points. Photo by Chris Pas bender
GIRl$' BASKETRALL: (front row) Kristen Letter, Jessica Mason, Julie Molly Burns, Amanda Gilbert, lleidi Potthoff; (back row) Assistant Brenda Garrelts, Tanya Swisher, Lindsey Clanton, Jenny Lundgren, Jami Kelley Sparks, Laura Layton, Coach l!ick Vranicar.
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IN MID-AIR, Kerry Keegan, (9). is ready to catch a pass in order to break away for the basket. Shannon McCormick, (9), blocks a Logan defender from intercepting the pass. Photo by Kate Scott ON THE WAY to the championship game, Kevin 13earinger, (9). gives Trystan Crook, (9). encouragement as he runs on the court. The freshman team had a record of I 0 -0. Photo by Chris Fasbender
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The sublime and the ridiculous Hard work was the name of the game for the freshman basketball teams. Both teams put in hours of practice after school to make a positive impression their first year in high school. The freshman boys' team had a record of 15-0. "The team had a really nice combination of sconng lots of points, but playing a good defensive game, " Carl Henningsen , freshman boys' basketball coach, said. Teamwork and unselfishness were two of the team 's strong points that carried them through a successful season. "We played more as a team rather than just one - on one," Scott Sladovnik, (9), said. The team won their three toughest games, which were against Millard South once and Creighton Prep twice. The team averaged 66 points to the
FRESHMAN IlASKETBALL: (fron t row) Shane Krzyck i, Joe Reis te r, Jason Quinn, Geoff Gust, Ryan Blum, Aaron Crook, Ch ad r:ri csc n; Rick McKeever, Kevin Bcaringcr, Dan Graham, Mike Schlu ete r, cr. Scott Sladovnik, Mi ke Cooper, Trys tan Crook, Sco tt Fa rn ha m , Coach Carl ll cnningsc n.
Ke lly McGlynn, (9), adva nces the ball further up the court with a strong pass. The res ult of the game was a Westside victory, 36-6. Photo by Kate Scott
opponent's average of 45 points each game. They received two trophies for winning the conference and the conference tournament. The freshman girls ' team finished the season with a 3-9 record. The team worked hard and put forth their best effort. "Even though the record didn't indicate it, the girls worked extremely harcf and showed great team spirit," nick Link, freshman girls' basketball coach, said. The main goal set on the team was to learn as much as they could. "I would have liked to have won more games, but we've learned a lot and it will help us next year," Kelly McGlynn, (9), said . Playing basketball took time, effort, and commitment from the players and coaches, but it payed off for both teams. Angie McVey
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AFTER A LONG RACE, Heather Thomas, (12). looks to check her time o n the scoreboa rd a fte r the race. The Me tro swim m eet is one of th e las t ti mes to try to qu a lify fo r the State meet. Photo by Brian 1/aup tman
GOALS ARE AN IMPORTANT PART In reaching one ' s full potential. Barrett Jlranelc, (10), practices for the state swim meet which Is held at the Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln. Photo by Kristin Longacre
WITH HER HEAD OUT OF THE WATER for a breath of air, Melissa Ebe rhart, (12). strives to place in one of the top positions at the Metro swim meet. The butterfly is one of the most difficult strokes for a swimmer to master. Photo by Brian Hauptman
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G IH U)' S\VIMMI C: (rront row) Alii. on Long, Katie Wanr,D;nl)J Lewandowski, Sarah Kohli , Tracy Tomasek, Katie Fcrrariru; ht•eond Brawner, Steph llumphrey, Emily Ethington, Collette llt•avry, Cmw Tena Leahy; (third row) Assistant Coach J.isa Ellis, lraci Kutter, Jenny Upton, /\ my Giwoyna, Georgia Jlatzidakis, Crystal Piat t, Melissa Eberha rt , Megan Kenedy, Shannon Edwards, I leather Thoma Lundqu ist, Erin Conboy, Coach Doug Krecklow.
Support encourages performance Strength, spirit, and speed were the major components . of the swim team. Togetherness and tough workouts helped the team reach their goals. Goals were straightforward for the swim team. "We will have to swim out of our minds to reach our goal, but both the boys' and the girls' teams stmply want to take state," Doug Krecklow, coach, said. Strength was the key factor that helped the swimmers meet their goals. "It took a lot of mental as well as physical strength to be the best," Doug Mcintyre, (12), said. Spirit made the swimmers a team. "Dinners and exchanging gifts gave us a lot of team unity and spirit," Anne Lewandowski, (9), said. Friendships in and out of the water made the toughest workouts seem
'S\\'1 IMING : (fr ont row) Brian Davis, David Wunderlich, Steven .lrl'cn Bechtold, Brian Day; (second row) 1\ssisla nl Coach l.ba l:llis, )1r.llll'k, Chris Maill ia rd, Sco ll Norlen, Hyan llarrington; (lhird row) Krecklow, Don ny Yo u ng, David l.undqubl, Doug ll ump h rey, Bryan l'clc ll arper, Kevin Hul>y, Doug kintyre.
like a breeze. "We were all friends in and out of the pool and that allowed us to encourage each other and have fun," Mcintyre said. Support made the work easier. "It helped a lot to have not only the girls, but the guys supporting me," Jenny Upton, (11), said. Weaknesses did exist on the team. "The girls were lacking numbers in the backstroke, while the boys needed 50 freestylers," Krecklow said . For some swimmers, the competition was the best thing about being on the swim team . "My favorite part about swimming was the competition that exists between different teams. Everyone wanted to win," Upton said. The swim team provided friends, competition, sportsmanship, and fun for everyone that was a part of the team. Heather Thomas
Omaha Central 126-44 Benson 148-25 Omaha Burke 91-82 Lincoln Southea t 92-78 Bellevue West 101-55 Ralston 91-78 Creighton Prep 108-65 Ralston Invitational 3rd
CONTEMPlATION is present as Doug Humphrey, (Ill. gets ready to step onto the starting block. Mental preparation is s om e thin g th at swimmers usc to prep are th emselves for meets. Photo by BriW1 lla uptman
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WITH TilE WINTER PEP RALLY close at hand, Tanya Price, ( 12), and Carmen Messick, (9). perfect their dance. Time is essential in the planning of pep rally performances. Photo by Deborah Price
Inexperience brings a challenge Wrestling was composed of individual athletes who worked together to form a team. Wrestlers had vigorous workouts daily after school. The workouts consisted of half an hour of running, technique drills, wrestling drills, and an aerobic workout. The varsity wrestling team had only four seniors, but that didn't hurt their performances. The varsity finished with a dual record of 7-0. "Being on varsity required great determination to stick with the sport for four months and sacrifice weekends for tournaments," Matt Fischer, (12), said. Practices for wrestlers ·were quite a challenge. "It was hard being on varsity as to a freshman keep up with the semors who had more experience in the sport. Being on varsity helped my technique," Ryan Anglim,
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(9), said. The freshman wrestling team had a record of 7-0. They often had practices with the varsity. "Having to work out and wrestle with the varsity was a challenge. The freshman practices weren't as hard," Matt Dworak, (9), said. Different qualities developed from wrestling. "To be a wrestler you needed strength, integrity, and motivation. You needed motivation to stick with the sport and cut down your weight. You could easily get burned out," Jerry Carta, (9), said. Wrestling required different qualitites from each of its athletes. Dedication to give up weekends for tournaments, motivation to stick with the vigourous workouts, and strength to work to the best of their ability, were all · demanded to wrestle. Dana Sweetwood
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WRESTUNG: (front row) Man Flacher, Dan Grant. DoiJI J.W.n; (row 2) Brian Lodes, Pat Seward, Jerry Imhoff, Tony Randone, Damon BIUingoley, Todd Remmereld; (row 3) Bri111 Anglim, Joah Gerard, Matt Baughman; (row 4) Chuck John Shannon, Seyler. Christopher Marlowe, Mike Keleher; (row 5) Coach Lou Mllonl, Chad Stout, Jayce J.J. Imhoff, Matt Dworak, Dave Hunt, Adam Hartman, Coach Tony Martinez; (row 6) Kauffman, Evan Neal, Jeff Everroad, Nick Gwyther, Jerry Carta, Andy Kerr, Sam Murantt, Dave Schwenke; (row 7) Dan Masaara, Jeff Clchello, Mike Jernigan, JCeny Fey, ICeland Reagan. Steve Meader, Chris Olson; (back row) Mike Gady, Corey Pettit, Zach Walker, Coach Jim Fey.
BElWEEN PERIODS Josh Gerard, (10). catches his breath and takes a drink before going back onto the mat. Words of encouragement and strategies arc given to him by Lou Milani, wrestling coach. Photo by Trish Kantor
STRENGTH COMES IN HANDY for Josh Gerard, (10), as he pins his opponent for a takcdown. With a record of 4-3, the varsity wrestlers held their ground in each match. Photo by Trish Kantor
A PlANTED FOOT helps Jerry Imhoff, (II), pin his opponent. Sometimes a foot in the right place can help win a match. Photo by Kristin Longacre
LING CHEERLEADERS: (front row) Trinity Paskevic, Hobyn Koory, Messick; (last row) Dawn Sloup, Tanya Fcicrman, Jennifer f.rcyc, Price.
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EXCITEMENT shows on the faces of Tammy Combs and JoAnna Young, (10), as they cheer on the Warriors at the homecoming game against Bellevue West The fi.nal score was 14-17. Photo by Janlne Rasmussen
PUT YOUR HANDS TOGETHER for the Warriors. Lindsey Madson, (9). supports the freshman football team after the first touchdown. Photo by Brf.an Hauptman
COLOR GUARD: (front row) Gwendolyn Thamm, Michelle Bendorf, Traci Pedersen, Jeanette Clarke, Andrea White; (back row) Nicole Spellman, Denise Lewis, Tracl Thoreen, Dawn Grover, Melissa Robinson, Kathy Kells.
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Exactly how many girls were involved with Warrior spirit squads? 109. That's 109 girls who have put forth an effort to build spirit among the student body toward sporting events. Among these 109 girls, there were 11 squads. The number of girls in each squad ranged Trom five (the freshmen boys' cheerleaders) to 32 (the drill squad). Being on a spirit squad might have given a more than coordinatiOn and confidence to perform in front of others. It also gave them something to put on their applications--responsibility and a social climate. The hours spent in preparing for en event such as a pep rally were we II spent. "For the first pep rally, we spent the better part of our summer practices working on our
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performance that w e learned at camp. I think that all that work paid off because we performed well," Jenny Meusey, (11), boys' N cheerleader, said. Meusey also felt that early-morning practices were a big help. "Waking up to cheer at 6:30 a.m. is pretty tough, but it was worth it because we improved," Meusey said. Students felt that the dances performed at halftime were not needed. "l didn't even notice the drill squad at the football games. Nobody watches them at halftime. Everybody is m or e interested in being social than watching them dance," Hyan Burns, (11), said. "I think that if they want to get more spirit out of the students, they should get more people involved With (continued on page 194)
ALL WRAPPED UP, Tracl Thoreen,
(12). practices her flag routine. EfrlY morning practices with the band are a must for members of Color Guard. Photo by Janfne Rasmussen
f.RESHMAN CHEERLEADERS: (front row) Kara Slowiaczck Kori Flla Amy Beam, Penny Waskow, Michele Zipay; (back row) Nikki Whitted, Molly Moylan, Molly Hallett, Lindsey Madson.
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EXCITEMENT IS SHOWN on the face of Karrle Knutson, (11), as she cheers in the stands at the varsity football game against Benson. Westside defeated Benson with a score of28-14. Photo by BUl Ort.ffiths
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Involvement goes beyond red. black (continued from page 193) activities or skits," Burns said. Out of the 11 squads, one built spirit among the players: the b o y s ' cheerleaders. "They help the guys get their spirit up even when they were losing," Molly Burns, (10), said. "Their cheering gets the players pumped up and gets their adrenaline flowing," G.W. Egermayer, (10), said. The girls' cheerleaders a different impression. They do absolutely nothing for the players. It was the biggest game of the and we didn't get anything," Lisa Herman, (10), N volleyball player, said. The squads that the most crowd participation were the Sqmres and the drill squad. "The Squires and the drill squad get
DRILL SQUAD: (front row) Taki Hicken, Jenny Jessen, Deanna Groepper, Debbie Carpenter, Alicia Childress, Michaela Haney; (second row) Christy Crouse, Susan Matulevicz, Shawnda Conley, Meg Hoffmaster, Jeanie Culler, Trinity Butcher, Libbie Peterson; (third row) Jennifer Carter, Sherry Boot, Sutton Giese, Jenny Waldman, Reena Ramakrishnan, Debbie Massey, Theresa Tramp, Laurie DeGraaf; (fourth row) Rachel Bowley, Melinda Buller, Josie Dougherty, JoÂĽ Morton, Lisa Hagedorn, Allene Eakins, Regan Packett, Danielle Doxon, Kolleen Sparks.
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crowd rarticipation by the tY.Pes o cheers that they do, hke 'Here we go Westside, here we go,"' Dave Kluthe, (12), said. "They could get a little more participation by spreading out among the crowd and then doing their cheers," Kluthe said. The wrestling cheerleaders weren't given much credit for their eTforts in helping out the wrestlers. "Tney do a lot for us and people don't realize that. They don't cheer a lot, but they give us food and Gatorade and help us get on our feet again. They help out at tournaments," Todd Remmereid, (11), varsity wrestler, said. The color guard has changed to a new name from a year ago. "The name was changed from the flag corps to tne color guard to fit the incorporation of (continued on page 197)
WITH HIGH SPIRIT, Deanna Groepper, (11), Danielle Doxon, (11). and Micheala Haney, (11), drill squad members, cheer on the team after a touchdown against North. Westside went on to beat North 21-0. Photo by Bill Griffiths
HANDS HELD HIGH, Allene Eakins, (11). drill squad member, executes the fight song before the Benson game. Performing at pre game is one of the many responsibilities of the drill squad. PhOto by Bill Griffiths
PSYCHING UP the team is the main job of Westside spirit squads. Cheerleaders, drill squad, and Squires did their best welcoming the team with screams and streamers before the game. Photo by Bill Griffiths
SQUIRES: (front row) Robyn Maline, Karrie Knutson, Tracey Muller, Jenny [rank, Amy Radil, Alissa Jacobson; (back row) Molly Koozer, Brenda Davis, Michelle Patterson, Jarni Dostal, Hache! Kunze, Kirsten Schatz.
AN OVERSIZED SWEATER docs not stop Nikki Blomberg from cheering for the varsity football team. People of all ages can get involved and show their spirit. Photo by Bill Griffiths
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RIGHT MOVES are shown by Jennifer Silver, (10), as she gets the crowd involved at a football game. A cheerleader is responsible for promoting spirit as well as crowd involvement. Photo by Janine Rasmussen
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SPIRIT GROUPS join together to sing the Westside fight song at the fall pep rally. The crowd stands up to clap as the girls dance. Photo by Kate Scott
BOYS 'N CHEERLEADING: (front row) Sheila Evans, Andrea Murante, Jenny Meuscy; (back row) Jennifer Wright, Tracey Edmunds, Dawn Taylor.
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BOYS' VARSITY CHEERLEADING: (front row) Karla Howard, Anne Wax, Amy Zoob; (back row) Thomsen, Courtney Madson, Abby Gordon.
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Squads serve multitude of purposes (continued f\'om page 194) different colors and props that were utilized on the field," Roger Groth, color guard sponsor, said. "We were to get away from only usmg flags in the performances," Groth said. The color guard didn't seem to build any kind of school spirit. "They don't do anything for the athletes like give them candy or anything. They don't show any scnool spirit at all," Shawnda Conley, (12), drill squad member, said. Giving out demerits was a kind of punishment that the girls received for various reasons. "If a girl is late to practice, she receives one demerit. If a girl has an unexcused absence, she receives three demerits. When a Sirl accumulates nine tard1es, she must suit for the game, but she can't cheer; 27 demerits and she
'CIIEERLEADING: (front row) Christine Tvrdilc, Shannon Edwards,
(row 2) Celeste Knudson, Bridget Kelly, Jill Stillmock, Heidi row) Erin Conboy, Angle Priefert, Jill Seaman, Allison Kohli.
is dismissed from the squad," Linda Guinotte, boys' and girls' cheerleading sponsor, said. "I think that any organization such as this needs to have something to hold the girls accountable for what they were doing, 11 Guinotte said. Sometimes demerits weren't enough. Even after a whole year of hearing about the Code of Conduct, the girls' cheerleaders decided to initiate the newcomers, part of which included the presence of alcohol. The girls were caught and were placed in the In-School suspension room. "To tell the truth, we had a great time in the "box" because all of us were together. If it would have been one or two of us, that would have been bad, but I had fun, 11 Allison Kohli, (12), said. Rick Kelley
STRAINED MUSCLES are prevented by stretching out before cheering at a game. Jennifer Wright, (11), prepares herself for the Varsity football game against South by stretching out her legs. Photo by Dill Griffiths
SOPHOMORE CHEERLEADERS: (front row) Leigh Theisen, Angie Weaver, Joy Mann, Jenny Paasch, Tammy Combs; (back row) JoAnna Young, Jennifer Silver, Susie Gordon, Kathy Sattcm, Julie Henderson.
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CONCENTRATION shows on the
face of Trlstian Walker, (10), as Mac Sexton, (11). gives him encouragement The bikes are one of the many ways one can build upper and lower body strength in the strength complex. Plwto by Janlne Rasmussen
SCftngth Complex
Pumping iron to build muscles or to have a beautiful body was achieved easily in the Strength Complex. It was open to any student during the school year. There were exercise bikes, free weights, and nautilus equipment. The Strength Complex was part of tne curriculum for the physical education classes as well as training for sports. "I only went into the weight room because it was a requirement for physical education," Dawn Carrig, (10), said. Other students went into the weight room strictly for sports. "I went ¡into the weight room during swimmin& season to build Crystal Piatt, (11), sa1d. Making sure that there was always someone to supervise the students was important at all times. "The supervision was perfect. There was always someone there to make sure
no one was j a c king around," Mark Christensen, (12), said. Not everyone shared a mutual feefing about the Strength Complex. "Going into the we1ght r o o m lowered your IQ about 100 points. There was so much stupidity in there that any intelligence was sucked out of your head and dispersed by diffusion," Chris Nitchals, (11), said. Other students felt differently. "The money could have been spent on other academic structures," Kate Morse, (11), said. Some felt that money was utilized well. "The money spent was the right amount for what we needed," Tony Randone, (11), said. â&#x20AC;˘ Opinions varied on the Complex. The deciswn to utilize the availability of the Srength Complex was strictly up to the individual. Dana Sweetwood
PUSH IT REAL GOOD. Determination Is shown on Dave Kluthe's, (12). face as he musters up enough strength to bench press the hefty amount of weight above him. Plwto by Janine Rasmussen
THE STRENGTH COMPLEX offers a way for students to get in shape. Adam Findley, (10), works out after school. The strength complex was open most of the day and after school. Plwto by Janine Rasmussen
AFTER SCHOOL, April Kingt!ry, (9). keeps in shape by lifting weights in the Strength Complex. The leg extension machine is just one of the many ways for students to keep in shape. Plwto by Janine Rasmussen GYM CLASS gives Leigh Theisen, (10), a chance to work on her waistline. The Strength Complex is one of the options for students in physical education class. Photo by Bill Griffiths
Bag the chips for athletes in season
STRENUOUS WORK-OUTS for gymnastics help Maria Belfiore, (10), to prepare herself for the rest of the season. Running the stairs is just one of the many forms of workouts among athletes. Photo by Janine
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Practice
At 3:10 the halls were bustling with people. The bell had just rung to release everyone from school. Finally, it was time to go home and sit in front of the television with a bag of chips. But for athletes, it was just the beginning of their "second day." Practice for sports took up time after school and usually led into the evening hours. This commitment td practice caused conflicts with homework and other activities. "I was busy because tennis practice got in the way of my free time and dinner," Josh Hoberman, (10), said. "Cross country practice was stressful because l never had time to finish my A.P. U.S. History homework," Scott Magnuson, (12), said. To other athletes, practices were no problem. Joy Morton, (12), didn't find any interferences with schoolwork and gymnastics practice. "As a senior I see
no conflict between the athletic and academic aspects of high school," Morton said. "Volleyball practice didn't conflict with homework because l had enough open mods the day to get it done, Kathy Sattem, (10), said. Students in sports seemed to think practices were essential fo r improvement and a good team. "Volleyball practice helped when we worked together. The more we practiced, the better we did," Kelly McGlynn, (9), said. Whether it meant running three m i I e s around the neighborhood, perfecting the overhand serve, or preparing for a gymnastics routine, athletes devoted their afterschool time to practicing. Practices were important to keep athletes and teams prepared to play. Pam Olson
PRE- GAME STRETCHING
prevents Greg McGowan, (12), from pulling his groin muscle. A routine warm-up was performed daily by the varsity football team. Photo by Bill. Gr{[ftths
PHYSICAL AND INSTRUCTIONAL training are given from Tom Hall, defensive coordinator, at an afternoon practice. This training was shown to be beneficial by the varsity football team's defensive strengh. Photo by Bill Griffiths
EYE-HAND COORDINATION is important as Jennie Johnson, (11), taps the ball over the net during an afternoon practice. The volleyball team spent endless hours practicing bumps, sets, and spikes. Photo by Robert Herbest
Practice
WITH WORRIED LOOKS
on their faces, mothers at the freshman volleyball game cheer for their daughters in the game against Ralston. Westside defeated Ralston 15-10, 15-13. Photo by Joe Frost
A LONG RACE can tire anybody out
Matt Gerard, (12), is congratulated by his parents for a good race at the Dellevue West Invitational. Photo by Tina Netsch
ESCORTS LEAD the football players Sarah Stueve, (9), and her mother parents across the field on Monday, September 11. Mr. and Mrs. Jim 1watch the gymnastics meet against Mischa, escorted by Tracy Muller, (12), Benson. Westside was defeated by six points on parents' night. Photo by Joe make their way across the field. Photo by Kate Scott Frost WITH LOOKS OF CONCERN,
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BIG HUGS from little friends can
bring moral support after a game. Kim Mongar's, (11), nephew and mom congratulate her after the varsity volleyball team defeated South at Westside. Photo by Joe Fros t
.1. ' .1..1. \.Lf 1 ' .& Mom, dad share thrill of activities Parents were included as a major part of the excitement and support at all the sports activities. There have always been the spirit squads, the band, and the dedicated student supporters, but parents were the finishing touch. Ann Royle, volleyball coach, felt very positive about parental support. "When kids saw their parents at the games, they knew that their parents cared about what was happening," Royle said. "We have been going to all ofKara's games since her sixth grade year. This way, we can talk about the game with her afterwards, the good and the bad," Moe Oestreich, father of Kara Oestreich, (11), said. Financial support for dinners, equipment,¡ shoes, and uniforms was a 1so necessary. Most parents agreed that food was the most appreciated means of support. "I fed my kids
plenty of pasta a n d Gatorade; I practically had shares in Gatorade," Jackie Gerard, mother of Matt Gerard, (12), said. â&#x20AC;˘ "It didn't bother m e much that my parents didn't go to my meets, but seeing them there might have given me an extra incenttve to do well and go all out," Juliana Kaltsoums, (12), said. Reasons why parents choose to support their kids varied from personal satisfaction to the benefits gained by their kids. "We encouraged participation because it helped them with time and it was a way for them to get rid of frustration," Jan Villotta, mother of Todd Villotta, (11), said. "I saw a sense of pride in those kids whose parents supported the team. It really showed a sense of family caring and love," Royle said. Tina Netsch
Adelia's Beauty Salon 226 Aasc, Robyn 62, 112 Abbott, James 112 Abboud, Lisa 112 Abraham, Chad 52, 140 Abramson, Gail 161 Adamski, Linda 101, 157, 184, 185 Aden, Dirk 112 Afzali, Farzana 112 Ainsworth, Brian 112 Aita, Mark 64, 112, 166 Albano, Andrew 72, 112, 167 Alger, Jennifer 140 Allstot, Jamie 112 Almaguer, Tania 112 Troy 102, 112 Altman, Derek 112 Alukonis, Arnie 112, 186 Gail 157 Amato, Christopher 112 Michael 112 Ambrose, Maureen 64 , 112, 120 American Business Information 207 American National Bank 220
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Andersen, Gregory 112, 169 Anderson, Bruce 157, 162 Christine 140 Corey 112 JoanBS, 127 Kent 74, BB, 112 Laura IB4 Russell 112 Ryan 74, 76, 112, 162 Scott 112 Stcphanic54, 62,66,68,81,140 Anglim, Ryan 112, 190 Annin, Jane 112 Jennifer 106, 140 Aquila, Cory 52, 140 Armitage, Gregory 112, 166 Armstrong, Scan 112 Atkinson, Jeffrey 140 Kevin 66, 140, 180,236,238 Augustine, Erin 112 Ayers, Patrick 140
Backhus, Tiffany 113 Bacon, Jennifer 113 Badley, Ronnie Dale 113 Baechle, Todd 113 Bah!, David 168, 186 Baker, Michael 113 Band 74,76 Banerjee, Vinay 140 Vineeta 141 Bankers, Peg 157 Barta, Deborah 141, 231 Bartee, Deanna 72, 113 Bartholct, Michael 113 Bartlett, Tiffany 70, 113 Bartusek, Todd 141 Basketball 180, 182, 184, 186 Baskin Robbins 214 Bateman, Sherrie 157 Baughman, Matthew 190 Baum, Matthew74, 104, 113 Bay, Sarah 54, 70, 113, 186 Beam, Amy 25, 113 llearinger, Kevin 74, 113, 168, 186, 187 Rob.yn 141 Beasley, Shaun 113 Becerra, Harvcttc 141 13echtold, Steven 113, I 89 Becker, Michael 141 William 58, 113 Beckerman, Alia 93, 113 Tanya 113 Beckman, Adam 11,141, 164,166,236, 238 Steven 113 Bee, Alyssa 74, 113 Beecham, Tammy 84, 141 Beedle, Jamie 68, 113 Behrens, Michael113, 169 Behringer, Jay 20, 56, 62, 72, 73, 141 Bcisch, Jcff74, 76, 113 Beistcr, Joseph 113, I 87 Julie 141 Belfiore, Maria 113, 200 Beller, Jennifer 52, 141 Belt, Jeffrey 113 Benak, Dannielle 141 13cndorf, Michael 141 Michelle 113, 192 Benecke, Matthew 141 Bengtson, Tcri 94, 95, 141 Bennett, Beth 113 Corbin 141 Kcn93 Berg, Charles 68, 106, 113 Eric 52, 141, 166 Jason 113 Bergman, Amy 113 Rebecca 113 Bcrnady, Stanley J6:a 13cssingcr, Andrew 97 Matthew 113 13cstcnlchncr, Sara Jane 52, 64, 113 llctchcl, Michael 113 Between Us Hair Design 231 13iga, Kevin 157 Bigsby, Justin 64, 66, 74, 113 13illingsley, Damon 141, 190, 220 13illmeyer,13rian 113,168 Birckhead, Elizabeth 113 13ishop, Kara 113 Shannon 113 13ittcrman, Chad 52, 141 13jornscn, Sharon 157 Black, Jeremy 113
FOOTBALL season can bring mixed emotions for players. A N loss against Prep,23-2B,leaves Jerry l.I:Woff, (11). in a blank stare. Photo by irish Kantor
Kandice 141 13lackman, Abu 52, 166 Menice 169 13ladt, Linda 109, 157 BIJha, Jim 163 13lake, Kristi 74, 139 Blazek, Kyle 157, 167 Blecher, Nicole 68 Blomberg, Nikki 196 Bloomingdale, Timothy 132, ISE Blum, Ryan 113, 168, 187 13lumcnthal, Jason 113 Boatman, Shelly 113 13ock, Richard 157 Boc, Sarah 113 Willa 157 13ochm, Joel 113 13oland, Jennifer 113 13omcr, Jill 113 t3onacci, t3rian 113 Christopher 113 13oney, Allison 74, 114 t3onham, Kent 35, 56, 58, 60, 141,; 236,238,246 t3oone, Michele 114 t3oot, Sherry 114, 194, 230 t3orer, Sarah 114 t3ornhoft, Michelle 114 t3ostic, Brad 114, 168 t3ouc, Christopher 40, 41, 56, 114 t3owen, Matthew 23, 74, 114 t3ower, Michael 114 t3owerman, Mary Ann 157 13owlcy,Rachel52,141,170,194,; 13owman, Elizabeth 114 t3oycc, James 114 Boyer, Danya 114, IBB David 52, 58, 70, 85, 114, 132 t3rabcc, Nicole 114, 184 Brader, Kristina 114 Laura 52, 60, 70, 141 Bradley, Jesse 114 Brady, Mark 93, !Ill, 168 Branham, Heather 74, 114 t3rawner, Keri 52, 114, IBB Bread Winners 216 t3rcitinger, Kathleen 114 Brcmscth, Royce 68 13rcnnan, Timothy 68, 114 Brick, Shcrâ&#x20AC;˘ 114 llric!sc, Karla 54, 114 Tara 54, 74, 141 t3rinkman, Karen 114 Kcri 114 Britten, Daniell41,166, lBO Brockman, Ed 114 t3rodsky,lra 25, 157 13rooks, Jon 114 Brosnihan, Ann 54, 68, 114 t3rown,Jamic 141, 170,184 Ken 96, 97, 157, 168 Michael 42, 74 Wendy 114 t3ruckncr, Cari 114 Brueggemann, Kahre 114 Bruggeman, Danicllc 114 13rune, Jason 52, 66, 70, 114, 123 13russo, Michael 167 13ryan, Curtis 52, 141 Bucholz, Marca 114 t3ucklcy, Megan 141, 155 13ucknam, Allan 74, 77, 141 Buresh, Andrew 114,183 Laura 114 Burger King 224 Burgos, Lydia 157 t3urford, Sara 56, 141, 152 Burk, Staci 114 Burns, Grace 161 Jaytc 114, 168 Molly 114, IRS Ryan 114 Scott 52, 142
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:field, Jason 62, 114 lebecca 114 of, Larisa 70, 114
60 , Chad 68, 114 Meredith 52, 54, 114 1an, Carey 74, 114 •beth Deborah 58, 106, 142 lachel 142 •isi, Dorothy 157 lia, James 114 ;II a Jewelers 219 m, Troy 114 >n, David 62, 115, 120, 168 effrey 142 • .by, David 142 zzo,Andrew 19, 74, 115 :hristopher 104, 115, 168, 234 :nter, Daniel142 )ebbie52,53, 142,184,185,194, :. DawneUe 115, 198 U, Jonathan 58, 142 Jerry liS, 190 odi115 i, Jennifer 115, 194,230 n, Christopher liS e,J)ana 142 Nick, Mara 68, 70, 115 ltephen 66, 74, 142 !nder, Robert 68, 115 19, 62, liS ..tichelle liS n, Andrew 4, 58, 60, 142, lBO ·leaders 192, 196, 237 Hsueh Shun 142 ; 66 11ier, Linda 157 ress, Nicia 115, 194, 230 .n, Peter 14, 115, 213 Catherine 157 eff liS , Laura 54, 64, 115 157 · 78,80 .ensen,Kevin 64, 79,81,115 v1ark 3, 142, 166, 198 llo, Jeffrey 115, 168, 190 k, Patricia 142, 144, 170, 184 :>n, Lindsey 115, 185 •, Sean 115 ohane 115 . David 26,52,54,57,81,116,182 erry 163 Conna 70, 74, 116 142, 192 Cevin 142 Michael 140, 142 eland, Shane 151 . Christoper 116, 187 rt, Bertram 58, 142 MarceUus 116 , Jennifer74, 116
Collison, Nan 116 Collura, James 72, 116 ColorGuard 192 Combs, Jason 116 Tammy40,41,116,176,177,192 Complete Yard Care 212 Conboy, Erin 54, 58, 60, 142, IBB, 197, 206 Conklin, Robert 116 Conley, Shawnda 142, 194,230 Continental Fire Sprinkler Company211 Cook, Jennifer 116 Cooper, David 116 Michael97, 116, 168, 187,218 Corcoran, Jean 116 Kathleen 52, 120, 142 Corey, Brian 74, 116 Cornish, Thomas 28, 97, 116, 166, 167 Cortese, Dee 161 Cortez, Jolene 84 Cota, Christine 20, 60, 79, 142 David 116, 183 Countryside Pharmacy 209 Covert, Edwin 72, 116, 167 Jacob 62, 116 Covington, Melissa 94, 116 Cox, Bart 116 Timothy 163 Coyle, Angela 70, 117 Craft, Brian 117 Christopher 42, 142 Cramer, Tracy 117 Crampton, Ron 109, !57 Creative Hair Design 234 Creative Writing Club 54 Crook,Aaron 117,187 John 160, 162 Trystan4,117,1B6,1B7 Cross Country 174 Crouse, Christine 142, 195,230 Cuadrado, Sara Marie 157 Cutler, Jeanie 54, 58, 68, 85, 117, 176, 195,210,211,216,225,230 William 117, 168 Czeranko, John 168
AN AFTER-SCHOOl activity that was often performed by one student was flying. With deep concentration, Kevin Fruewirth, (12), fixes all of his controls and dials as he prepares for a safe take-off. Photo by Patsy Egan
Dahir, Erin 54, 117 Darrow, Laurie 142 Rebecca 117 Daugherty, Mary 157 David's Florist 215 Davidson, Andra 40, 41, 117 Davis, Brenda 62, 77, 105, 195 Brian 117, 189 Hollie 117 Larry 117 · Monte74, 117 Rachel 70, 117 Todd41,64,B7,117,119 Day, Brian 189 Debate 72 DECA 52 Delman, Mitzi 157 Delta Lease Finance 215 De Santi, Anthony 52, 64, 117 DeGraaf, Laurie 117, 194,230 DeGroot, Kurt35, 142, 166,236, 238 Derby, Douglas I 06, 117 Derr, Rose 161 Dew, Joshua 117 Dews nap, Amy 142 DiPrima, Adam 96, 117 Damon 143 Dineen, Anne 117 Dixon, Charles 117 Dixson, Mary 54, 117 Dodenhof, Heather 117 Dohmen, Debra 58, 60, 61, 62, 64, 68, 143
Dolejs, Lisa 102, 117 Dolleck, Debra 54, 117 Don & Millie's 213 Donaldson, Anders 143 Michael99, 102, 117, 119 Donlan, Meredith 209, 225 Dorwart, Tracce 117, 188 Dostal,Jami 66,117,184,185,195 Lynn 64,66, 117 Dotzler, Michelle 143 Dougherty, Jocelyn 117, 194, 209, 230, 247 Dowd, Barbara !57 Downey, Kraig 74, 117 Doxon, Danielle 117, 128, 194, 195, 230 Dragsten, Erick 117 Drama Club 62 Drelicharz, Brian 3, 52, 143, 166 Drill Squad 194, 230 Du Fayet de Ia Tour, Nathalie 52, 68, 143 Duff,Amy52, 72, 74,143 Duffy, Jennifer 117 Dughman, Ryan 117 Dunham, Laura 117 Dworak, Matthew95, 117, 168, 190
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Erwin, Geoffrey liB, 168, 169 Estabrook, William liB Ethington, Emily 64, 66, liB, 188 Evans, Sheila 58, 118, 196, 225,237 Tim Everroad, Jeffrey 74, liB, 190 Eversden, Michael liB, 169, 182
A VISIT from P.J. Morgan, leaves the American Government unmoved. Morgan talked about the Drug Free Zone and how it is effecting students. Photo by Trtsh Kantor
Eager, Karen 117, 176,213 Eakins, Allene 42, 78, 117, 194, 195, 230 Ebacher, Tony 117 Ebel, Charles 12, 117, 168, 190 Eberhart, Melissa 13, 35, 143, IBB Eckerman, Amy 117 Eckhoff, Joy 64, 117 Edmunds, Tracey 117, 176, !96, 237 Educational Aides !57 Edwards, Cynthia 117 Nancy 157 Shannon 143, IBB, 197,206 Egan, Patricia 117 Ehresman, Chad 117, 182 Ehrp, Natalie 157 Eikenbary, David liB, 167,209 Elliott, Jennifer JIB Ellis, Lisa IBB, 189 Ellison, Kirstin 68, liB Melissa 143 Elm borg, Alicia 31, II B Elmore, Kevin 143 Empson, Reed liB Engel, !Jenjamin II B Jeffrey 58, 72, 167 Engstrom, Brendan 58 f:rickson, Paige liB Ermeling, George 64, 143, 166, lBO Mark liB Erskine, Frederick 52, 143
41 Index
Facial Plastic Surgery 209 Farha, Katja liB Kerstin 143 Farnham, Scott 66, 93, liB, 168, 187 Farquhar, Paul 74, II B Farrcli,Andrcw liB, 169,190 Farris, Debi 143 Fasbender, Chris 52, 58, 89, liB, 167, 183 Shawn52,11B,l31,16B,IB7 Fattc, Kari 11 B Favara, Kimberly II B FillA 52 Fed One Corporation 220 Fchr, David 118, 166, 167 Fcierman, Tanya 191 Feldman, Jill liB Fellman, Ted 3, 35, 46, 56, 62, 72, 144 Ferrarin.i, Kathryn 52, II B, I BB Fey, Gerry 58, 118 Jim 157, 169, 190 Kerry liB, 190 Fiddelke, Jonathan 14, 70, 74, liB Fila, Kori 118 Finck, Michael 11 B Findley, Adam 56, liB, 199 Finney, Kira 68 Matthew 144, 190 Fishburn, Paul 144, 166, 181 Fisher, Jason liB Julie liB Fitzsimmons, Kent JIB Tammy 144 Flanagan, Scan liB Fleming, Kyle 144 Fletcher, Tracie liB Trent liB FMA 64 Fogleman, Julie liB Folker, Aimee 118 Fonda, Kimberly 144,231 Scott 118 Fonder, Dave 163 Football 166, 168 Fora!, Scott liB, 168 Forbes, Michelle 143, 144 Ford, Lindsay II B Fortney, Larry 46, 47, 63 Fortney, Laurel 19, 62, 144 Forum 56 Fournelle, Heidi liB, 197, 206 Brad 115 Fowler, Kristina liB Michael 74, liB F'ragments 218 Francl, Diane 144 Frank, Andy 15, 70, 74, 76, liB Jennifer 58, 60, 74, 144, 195 Frazier, Jason 144 Frederick, Daniel liB Kimberly 52, 72, 119 Frederiksen, Lars Jacob 26, 70, 144
Freezer Services 227 Freye,)ennifer 64, 70, 71,144,191 Friedland, Ted B, 144,231,233 Fries, Jonathan 119 Friesen, Chad 119, 187 Frisch, Amy 72, 119 Frost, Joseph 25, 34, 56, 58, 60, 62, 144, 166, 232, 236, 238 Fruehwald, Christopher 119, 166, 167, 209 Fruehwirth, Kevin 144, 145, 147 Fudge, John 56, 119, 124, 136, 209 Futura Coiffures 225
Gabriel, Brandy 52, 72, 119, 176 )on 145 Gady, Michaelll9, 190 Gallagher, Clare 54, 68, 119,210,211, 216,230 Ganz, Bryan 10 Gappa, Brian 119 Garber, Cheryl 145 Michael 119 Michelle ll9 Gardner, Tanya 74, 119 Garbo's 214 Garland, Connie 157 Garrelts, Brenda 157, 185 Garver, Dan 157 Judith 145 Gash, Debra 119 Gaudreault, Gina 119, 222 Gaughan, Kevin 74, 76, 119 Gaver, Michelle 52, 145 Gehringer, Christoper 119 Gerard, Joshua 56, 119, 191 )ackie203 Matt23, SB, 66, 145,202,203, 236, 238 Glbb's Girls 213 Gibson, Gerald 119 Gregory 145 Ray 94 Giese, Sutton 54, 145, 194,230 Gifford, Kimberly SB, 89, 145, 232 Gilbert, Amanda 74, 119, !BS Blair 145 Gilliam, Kelly 119 Kevin 120, 167 Gilpin, Donald 52, 66, 84, 128, 157 Giwoyna, Amy 120, IBB Glasgow, Jeffrey 145 Glasrud, Matthew II, 52, 58, 120, 166, 167, 183 Gloor, AI 67, 98, !57 Gnarra, Rosanne 17, 52, 53, 62, 70, 145 Goering, Christian 74, 76, BB, 120 Goetzinger, Eric 145 Goldberg, Matthew 66, 120 Golden, Julie 120, ISS Goldner, David 34, 56, 62, 74, 75, 145 Goldstein, Rebecca 120 Golf 176 Golf U.S.A. 206 Goodman, Case 47, 52, 54, 62, 72, 120 Laura 52, 54, 70, 120 Goracke, Brian 120 Gordon, Abby 35, 54, 58, 60, 62, 87, 143, 145,196,231,232,237,239 Susan 28,54,57,81 Goss, Patrick 120
Graeve, Matthew 120 Samantha 120 Graff, John 109, 157, 182, 183 Graham, Daniel74, 120, 187 Jeffrey D. 145 Jeffrey). 145, !66, lBO Grandmother's 219 Grant, DanielS, 110, 145, 166, 190 Graves, Scott 145 Gray, David 120 Tony 120 Green, Nathan 120 Greeno, Geri 6, 62, 63, 64, 68, 70,; 74,76,120 Grennan, Karla 35, 52, 145, 152, 196 213,237 Kay 35, 145,231 Griffiths, William 56, 58, 72, 120 Groepper, Deanna 120, 194, 195, 23 Gross Welch 239 Groth,Roger74, 75, 76,157 Grover, Dawn 120, 192 Grubb, Kelly 121 Kevin 29, 58, 121 Grummert, Scott 121 Grund, David 54 Grundler, Sandra 64, 145 Guenther, Sheri 121 Guest, Cheryl 68, 121 Guinotte, Linda 157 Gulizia, Dominic 121 Usa 145,234 Gundersen, Brian 121 Gurnon, James 62, 145, 233 Gust, Geoffrey 121, 168, 187 Gutchewsky, Philip 121 Gwyther, Nicholas 70, 121, 190 Gymnastics 176
Harper, Peter 52, 145, 189 Shawn 121 Harrington, Ryan 64, 68, 121, 189 Harrison, Valarie 121 Hartman, Adam 121, 169, 190 Darren 62, 72, 74, 143, 146 Harvey, Jim 121 Haselwood,Amy 19, 74,121 Hatzidakis,Georgia 121,188,217 ------- Haugh, John 121, 180 Hauptman, Brian 58, 121 David 121, 182 .ber, Adam 72 Hawk, Christina 68, 121 gedorn, Lisa 58, 121, 194,230 Hawkins, Joseph 121, 168 hn, Douglass 145 Hawks, Debbie 159 11, Jeffrey 145, 180 Hayes, Bill 159 Mary Jo 157 Hazelrigg, Peter 3, 52, 60, 61, 124, 146 Michael 121 Headley, Michael 121 Timothy 54, 64, 66, 187 Heafey Heafey Hoffman Dworak Tom 159, 166, 180, 201 and Cutler 216 llas, Betty 159 Healy, Michelle 121 llett, Molly 56, 121, 177,207 Heater, Jeffrey 146 lsey, Keith 74, 121 Heather's 216 mer, Katherine 121, 176 Heavey, Collette 64, 68, 121, 188 ncock, Catherine 54, 121 Heckman, Paris 58, 151, 146,232 ney, Guy 15, 121, 183 Hegstrom, Scott;>8, 146, 152 Michaela 121, 194, 195, 230 Heimbuch, David 12,37,121 Pat 145 nna, Terry 121, 169, 182 Ken 159 nnan,Angeal 62,74, 75,121 Hellbusch, Jeffrey 58, 59, 121 Heller, Cynthia 121,214 nne!, Teresa 69, 121 nrahan, Patrick 74, 121 nsen, Angela 121 Chad 121 LOUD NOISE is produced by Jeff Dwayne 121 Heater, (12), as he practices on a drum Lynn 148, 159 solo. For many students music is a • Matt 52, 121 popular hobby. Photo by Trlsh Nicholas 58, 60, 145 Kantor ·dison, Harley 102, !59 ·msen, Debbie 20, 52, 140, 145
Hellman, Jason 102, 146, 166, 180,238 Helprin, Howard 170, 171 Henderson, Julie 121 Hendricks, Tim 121 Hengen, Carl 64, 66, 121 Janet 52, 64, 143, 146 Henningsen, Brian 56,119,121,168 Carl159, 187 Kirk 146, 166, 180 Henry, Deniel146 Desarie 146 Herford!, Nicholas 122 Herman, Lisa 85, 121 Herring, Roger 56, 116, 159, 160 Hertzler, John 17, 52, 122, 167 Herzog, Donnette 122 Hess, Martin 77 Hestwood,Spencer122 Hiatt, Bonnie 163 Hicken, Taki 66, 146, 194,230 Higgins, Joe 159 Hildebrand, Elaine 122 HiU, Jeffrey 122, 169, 182 Hill-Haire, Mary 122 Hines, Amy 86, 146 Hinkley, Veronica 122 Hinsley, Lisa 66, 146 Matthew 122, 169 Hoberman, Joshua 112, 122, 200 Hoefer, Greg 68, 122 HoensheU, Jason 122 Hoerman, Debra 74, 76, 122 Hoesing, Michael 146 Hoffman, Linda 29, 157, 162 Renee 122 Roger 159, 160 Scott 62, 146, 162, lBO Hoffmaster, Meg 54, 58, 68, 122, 177, 194,207,209,216,225,230 Hofschire, Eric 58, 122, 167,209 Shari 159 Hogya, Lawerence 122, 127 Hohenstein, Marilyn 161 Holewinski, Christopher 74, 122 Holmgren, Matthew 122 Honeyman, Lisa 122 Troy 122 Hoover, Eric 146 Hoppe, Skip 159 Horejs, Christine 146 Horner, Jennifer 146 Horst, Wendy 146 Horwich, Suzanne 146, 196,231 Hosman, Gregory 122 Hostetters Jewelers 233 Houck, Jennifer 146 Jon 122 Houle, Amy 122 Houser, Angela 70, 122 Houston, Kari 122 Howard, Bradley 122 Brian 122 Kipp 13, 76, 122 Jennifer32, 146, 196,223,231,237, 239 Michael 122 !lowe, Ed 159,167,182,183 Evan 58, 60, 146, 166,236,238 Hrdsky,Andrew 62, 74, 146 Huber, Bret 168,218 Huber Chevrolet 218 Hudnall, Christopher 122 John 159 Hudson, Chad 122 Hughes, Christopher 74, 122 Shawn 122 Humphrey, Doug23, 64, 122, 189 Stephanie 64, 122, 188 Hunt, David 74, 76, 122, 190 Hunter, John 163 Huston, Ron 159, 160 Hutchings, Pat 68, 159
Hutchinson, Fred 15, 132, 159, 168, 169 Scott 146 Huurman, Anne 54, 58, 68, 66, 101, 122, 225
Iburg, Kimberly 105, 122 Imhoff, Jerry 122, 167, 190, 191 Joshua 109, 122, 190 Imperial Palace 226 lnguanzo, Christine 54, 122 Cynthia 122 Interact 54 International Club 70 lnzerello, AI 56, 159, 160
Jackson, Jennifer 122 Julie 122 Jacoba, Ian 122 Jacobson, Alissa 62, 146, 195 Jaixen, Doug 146, 166, 190 James Soucie Photography 224 J. B. Patton's 216 JCL 70 Jedruski, Peter 146 Jelensperger, Fabrice 146,201 Jenkins, Jason 122 Jensen, Jean 109, 159 Scott 147 John 146 Jenson, Mark 64, 180 Jernigan, Michael 122, 190 JerryRyan 210 Jessen, Jennifer 68,.122, 194, 230 Jiranek, Barrett 68, 123, 188, 189 J. Mazzei Photography 226 Johns, Brett 102, 123, 182 Rob 159 Johnson, Andrew 123 Bradly 123 Carrie 62, 74, 102, 123, 188 Dawn 147 Deborah 123 Don 66, 84, 159 )ami 74 Jennie 54,123,170,171,201 Jennifer 62, 147, 170, 184 Jim 74, 159 Jody 66 Joyce 14, 147, 176, 177 Kellie 112, 123 Kim 123 Matthew 123 Peg 156, 157, 159, 144 Johnston, Andrea 68, 147 KeUi 123 Monica 74, 123 Jones, Gordon 112, 123
Kelly 123, 169 Michelle 123 Phillip 123 Suzanne 144, 147 Jordan, Carolyn 60, 66, 74, 147 Robert 123 Jorgensen, Monica 147 Julio's 215 The Junction 226 Junkin, Christie 123
Kaltsounis, Juliana 62, 66, 147,203 Sophia 123 Kampschneider, Christine 68, 123 Michael147, 155 Kanago, Andrew 54, 124 Karnes, Liz 159 Kantor, Trishia 58, 147 Kassera, Joel112, 126 Kauffman, Marty 156, 159, 166, 190 Kaufman, Justin 66, 126 Kean, Emily 56, 68, 81, 126,211,213, 227 Kearns, Shannon 147 Keegan, Kerry 124, 186 Keeling, Jeffrey 124 Keil, Richard 147 Keleher, Brian 147 Michael124, 169, 190 Keller, Jan 157 Michael 124, 167 Kelley, Helen 159, 246 Richard 58, 60, 62, 115, 147 232 â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ 236,238 Kellstrom, Eric 124, 169 Kelly, Brian 52, 148 Bridget 124, 197,206 Kendall, Donna 64, 159 Sarah 124 Kenedy, Megan 148, 188,223,231 Kennedy, Nikki 124 Michael 148 Kern, Michael 74, 124 Kerns, Daniel124 Shannon 52 Kerr, Andrew 124, 190, 225 Kesling, Bill 159 Kesting, Dina 124 Keyes, Barb 157 Kidder, Mark 124 Steven 124 Kimmons, Ingrid 42, 62, 148 Michael148 King, Al163 Kingery, April 62, 74, 76,124,199 Kirby, Dennis 124, 168 Kirlin, Jim 163 Kiscoan, Susan 148 Kisicki, Joan 54, 66, 124 Klabunde, Nicole 125 Klein, Bob 109, 131, 159,160 David 125 Dean 159 Klitzke, Jennifer 125 Kluge, Ken 125, 168 Kluthe, David 148, 180, 199 Knecht, Diana 125 Melissa 74, 148 Knoblock, Christopher 74, 125
II Index
Nancy 125 Knudson, Celeste 32, 68, 125, 197, 206 Knutson, Karrie 125, 194, 195 Kohll, Allison 58, 60, 62, 66, 67, 72, 148, 197,206 Sarah 125, 188 Kohli's Drug 206 Kolbeck, Kathleen 125, 177, 207 Kolls, Edward 168 Kathryn 148, 192 Kolterman, Don 83, 159 Kooiker, Chad 125 Kooper, Robyn 123, 125 Koory, Jennifer 125 Robyn 125, 191 Koozer, Molly 80, 125, 195 Kopf, Marne 66, 72, 125 Kortright, Brian 125,168 Kozal, Christine 54, 58, 68, 99, 125, 148, 177,207,209,211,216,225 Kracher, Chad 125 Krajicek, John 125 Kramer, Dana 32, 125, 176 Kara 125, 176 Kraska, Kevin 148 Kratky, Bryan 64, 125, 189 Krecklow, Doug 159, 161, 188, 189 Kreekos, Athanasia 125 Krenzer, Jeffrey 125, 169 Krieger, Sarah 74, 125 Kriegler, Benjamin 125 Kristen's 234 Kroeger, Chad 62, 102, 105, 125
Kroll, Andrea 148 Rachel74, 102, 125 Krueger, Bill 102, 159 Jon 125 Kathleen 74, 148 Melanie 125 Sharon 162 Krug's 222 Krum, Brian 74, 125 Kruse, Dena 125 Ryan 102, 125 Krzycki, Shane 125, 187 Kugler, Lance 125 Kully, Daniel 56, 72, 125 Timothy 148 Kunkel, Philip 68 Kunz, Andrea 125 Kunze, Rachael 109, 148, 155, 195 Kussman, Michael125, 168 Kutilek, William 62, 149, 166, 180, IU 1 Kutler, Traci 125, 188 Kwiatkowski, Peter 125
La.Noue, 222 La Velie, Desmond 125 La Vlne, Travis 167 Lager, Jacqueline 37 Lake, Kathy 159 Lance 58 Landmark, Christopher 125 Lang, Chuck 102, 161 Langabeer, George 125 Langfeldt, Lance 149 Larrick, Delanne 125 Larsen, Andrea 74, 125, 186 Christian 23, 74, 125 Jonathan 74, 125, 168 Larson, Karlene 126,226 Llnda 161 Lathrop, Bradley 149 Layton, Laura 126, 185 Leahy, Tena 126, 188 Lee, Helen 126 Robert 126 Lcehy, Rita 159, 161 Lecnerts, James 149 LeFebvre, Lois 159, 161 Leibert, Rex 163 Lemon, Jim 159, 161 Letter,Andrew 126 Kristen 64, 70, 126, IllS Mary Alice 126 Leuenberger, Justin 126 Lewandowski, Anne 126, 162, Ill! Douglas 126 Larry97, 159, 161, 162
Loring, Susan 126 Losen, Mary Jo 161 Lough, Sean 40, 41, 85, 148,149 Love, Carrie 126 Loveland Pharmacy 215 Lubash, Melissa 126 Luby, Jeffrey 126,167 Lundgren, Jennifer 126, 185 Lundquist, David 58, 68, 126, 189 Dick 161 Kristina 62, 64, 68, 149, 188 Lustgraaf, Rachel 126 Lyons, Felicia 126
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THE HOOK Relieved to ver that they are not in trouble, :ellrnan, (12), and Mike Murphy, take time to laugh during a ing In December. The meeting :alled by Jim Findley, principal, ;cuss student cheers during boys' .y basketball games. ;, Brian 126 Denise 126, 192 Jack 161 Marla 126 Shelley 149 !I, Shannon 74, 126 Sharon 126 ,r, Gina 126 holm, Kirk 74 Richard 158, 159, 160, 186, 187 rom, Natalie 126 !y, Benjamin 126 Ramsey Photography 221 Robcn 74, 126 ,r, Darren 167 :l's Shoes 222 ¡s, Brian 140, 149, 190 Terry 58, 115, 126, 167 Wendy 126 as, Tracy 54, 126 n, Jennifer 119, 126 :. Alison 126, 136, 188 :acre, Kristin 58, 126 nan, Dava 126 ,s,Grcgory 126,169, Jll2
Macapinlac, Manucl 126 Mach, Kevin 146,166 Mack, Connie 126 Mackiewicz, James 126 Mactier, Joan 95, 161 Madson, Christian 3 Counney 3, 34, 54, 62, 149, 196, 223, 237, 239 Lindsey 126, 192 Magnuson, Scott 52, 70, 74, 126, 200 Mahoney, Molly 70, 126 MaWiard, Christopher 126, 189 Majcwicz, Deborah 126 Major, Dee 126 Maline, Robyn 126,195 Mangelsen, J\nncue 126 Mann, Joy 54, 56, 68, 126 Manna, Jeffrey 74, 126 Stephen 127 Manuel, Karen 74, 149 Marasco, Anthony 127,210 Marlowe, Christopher 127, 167, 190 Marr, Peter 127, 169 Marshall, Amy 149 Chad 52, 72, 149, 166, 205 Craig 127, 131 Kevin 127 Martin, Bradley 82, 149, 156, 166 Elizabeth 149 Martinez, Tony 101, 161, 166, 190 Marx, Matthew 70, 127 Mason, Anthony 127, 169 Jessica 10,68,127, 160, IBS Rachel 127 Massara, Danicl94, 127, 190 Paul 149 Massey, Debra 149, 194,230 Masters, Deborah 52, 58, 70, 127 Masterson, Heather 58, 93, 127, 225 Mastio, David 149 Mateer, Shawn 127 Matthews, Chad 127 Matulevicz, Susie 3, 4, 15, 149, 194,230 Matulka, Scott 149, 155 Mausbach, Bradley 127 Maxwell, Benjamin 127 Jaimi 127 Kenneth 8, 127, 167 Thomas 127, 169 Mayfield, Terry 56, 127 Mazgaj, Debbie 66, 161 McAleer, Scott 52, 149 McCahill, Matt 74, 128 Molly 74, 128 McCan, Shon 128 McChesney, Lisa 56, 62, 149, 170,204 McCollister, Todd 32, 56, 128
McCormack, Shannon 25,128, 186 McCormick, Bill 161, 177 Jenny 128 McGee, Maria 72, 128 McGill, Jennifer 128 McGlynn, KeUy 77; 128, 186, 187, 200 McGowan, Greg 149,201,231,238 Thomas 149,233 McGuire,Justln 128 Mcintosh, James 128 Michael 128 Mcintyre, Dennis 161 Douglas 149, 189 McKain, Colleen 17,128 Rebecca 128 McKeever, Rick 161, 168, 187 McKenzie, Janet 68, 128 McKinney, Mauhcw 149, 166,225 McMahon, Kevin 52, 128 McNeal, James 128 Mary 56, 128 McShannon, Neil 62, 149 McVey, Angie 54, 58, 68, 66, 84, 128, 211,225,227 Meader, Steve 128, 190 Mediratta, Moniquc 66, 149 Meehan, Jenny 157 Menning, Jason 149 Meredith, Don 12, 109, 161 Merten, Barbara 128 Messick, Carmen 129, 190,191 Metcalfe, Kelly 150 Metzler, Todd 129 Mcurrcns, Bradley 72, 74, 76, 129 Mcuscy, Jennifer 18, 54, 129, 176, 196, 210,216,237 Matthew40,41,129 Meyer, Dec 161 Meyers, Allen 85, 129 Meyerson, Dccnic 123 Troy 23, 47, 56, 73, 123, 129 Midwest Allergy & Asthma Cline, lnc.208 Midwest Neurosurgery 215 Mike Howard Photography 235 Mikulicz, Terry 163 Miles, Clifford 74, 76, 100, 129 Rodney 150 Miller, Christopher 129 Dan 66,161 Danicll29 Kenneth 129 Ronald 150 Ryan 58, 64, 129 Miloni, Lou 161, 190 Mischo,Jeffrey 32, 129, 167, 183 Jim 202 Michael32, 129, 167, 180 Pat202 Misner, Tamara 68, 143, ISO Mitchell, Jennifer 92, 129, 177 John 129 Pat 161 Modlin, Gail 150 Molden, David 161 Molstad, Kristin 22, 23, 68, 129 Monaghan, Mark 129 Mongar, Kim 129, 170, 184, 203 Montage 217 Mooney, Jeffrey 129 Patricia 72, 129 Moore, David 80, 161 Jcnnifer 62, 129 Morford, Jeffrey 15, 129, 169, 183 Morgan, P.J. 5, 116 Morin, David 129 Morrison, Chris 68, 129 Morrissey, Larry 161, 166, 180 Morse, Kathryn 129, 198 Monon, Joy 62, 63, 150, 176, 194,200, 230 Moscrey, Bob 161
Moulton, Leola 150 Moylan, Molly 129 Mr. Tuxedo 220 MuUer, Tracy 60, 62, 150, 195, 202 Troy 46, 58, 62, 63, 150 Mumma, Craig 150 Munger, Corey 129, 169 Murante, Andrea 54, 6B, 129, 196,237 Samuel 129, 136, 190 Murphy, Diane 89, 161 Michael 25, 56, 72, 150, 231 Mustain, Stephanie 129 Myers, Jeffrey 74, 129 Maria 129 Mendy 129 Richard 74, 129 Ryan 56, 58, 129 Seth 74, 150
\lair, Veena 87, 129 Nancy Bounds Modeling 221 Neal, Evan 129, 190 Neece,Jason217 Nelson, Bill 104, 105, 161 Heidi 129 I. Colby 46, 150 Marla 23, 129, 186 Nicole 52, 150 Patrick 150, 191,233 Peter 129 Troy 150 Ncppl, Carrie 129 Nctsch, Christina 58, 129,210,216,225, 227 Neumann, Tami 129 Newkirk, Peg 54, 87, 161 Newman, Brent 97, 129, 182, 183 NHS 62 Nicholson, Andrea 129 Denise 150, 155 Elizabeth 64, 72, 129 Heidi 129 Jeff 150 Kristine 150 Nielsen, Bethany 129 Niemann, Casey 62, 70, 130 Nihscn, Melissa 74, 130 Nipper, Zachary 130 Nitchals, Christopher 67, 130, 198 Nivongsa, Phouvonc 130 Siamphone 130 Noahr, Theresa 52 Nodes, Brian 130, 169, 190 NoUcr, Melinda 130 Nolte, Jodi 130 Noodell, Jack 158 Nordmeyer, Kim 130 Norlcn, Scott 68, 64, 130, ISO, 189 North, Jacob 116 Northam, Jennifer 52, 55, 104, 130, 177, 207 Novotny, Joseph 130 Nowak, Tahncc 23, 64, 68, 130 Nuschy, Mike 161 Nyholm, Paul 161
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O'Connor, Katherine 150 O'Malley, Timothy 130 O'Neill, Diana 74, 130 Scott 52, 150 Ocander, Shane 130,219 Oestreich, Kara 130, 170, 171, 184, 203 Moe203 Detter, Travis 130 Oldfield, Cathy 157 Olinger, Zachary 130 Olsen, Timothy 62, 139, 150 Traci 130 Olson, Anne 32, 54, 55, 130 Christian 23, 130, 190 Kendra 74, 130 Pamela 54, 58, 66, 87, 130, 170, 197 206,210,211,216,225,227 Opper, Dawn 130 Orr, Wendy 150 Osika, Adam 74, 150 Ostrom, Laura 156 Owen, Tyler 139, 140, ISO, 231, 233, Oxley, John 150
Paasch, Jennifer 72, 130 Pabian, Jason 130 Packett, Regan 54, 130, 194,230 Padilla, Veronica Palmer, Phillip 130, 169 Stacey 130, 209 Palmesano, Robert 130, 168 Pantaleon, Jody 74, 130 Papineau, Julie 54, 130 Pariset, Melissa 59, ISO Michael130 Parker, Beth 151 Todd 11, 60, 151, 166,236,238 Parsons, Stephanie 130 Partsch, Sarah 74, 130 Paskevlc, Trinity 130, 191 Passer, Samuel 56, 57, 72, 130,247 Pat Carlson Dance Studio 210 Pathology Center 210 Patil, Jason 72, 130 Patterson, Christopher Jayce 74, 104, 130, 190 MicheUe63, 151, 195 Paxton & VIerling Steel 233 Peck, Andrew 130, 180 Steven 130 Pedersen, Donald 64, 130 Traci 130, 192 Pederson, Alexander 70, 105, 130, 162 Mary Ann 161, 162 Peer Advocates 68 Perkins, Lee 161 Perry, Bradley 151, 166 Peschio, Joseph 74, 76, 130 Peters, Steven 130 Petersen, Ginger 161 Martin 74
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Index
Milton 130 Tim 182 Peterson, Jennifer 131 Libbie 151, 194,230 Peggy 157 Roger 151 Ronald 42, 62, 74, 151, 166 Steven 151 Petregal, Nicole 54, 68, 131 Pettid, Catherine 58, 151 Pettit, Corey 64,131,190 Pfeffer, Michael 52, 151 Pfeiner, Nancy 176 Piatt, Crystal68, 131, 188, 198 Pilcher, Missy 22, 23, 68, 131 Ping-Pong Club 66 Pleas, Samuel 131 Podrazik, William 131, 169 Polt, Brendan 72, 151 Porterfield, Christopher 151 Potthoff, Heidi 56, 131, 185 Powell, Heather 131 Shane 52 Prairie Ufe Center 214 Preheim, Nathan 131 Price, La Tanya 151, 190, 191 Priefert,Angie 148,151,197,206 Priest, Sandra 131 Primeau, Mary 157 Pruehs, Eric 19, 52, 131 Pruitt, Rina 69, 131
Query, Kenneth 131 Qulk Plk 208 Quill and Scroll GO Quinn, Jason 131,168,187
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Racine, Steven 100, 131 Radii, Amy 54, 58, 59, 62, 63, 87, 151, 195 Buff 131 Radlosmlth 217 Rak, Polly 131, 176 Raleigh, John 74, 131 Ramakrishnan,Recna 120,131,194,230 Randone, Andrea 131 Anthony 132, 166, 190, 198 Rasgorshck, Elizabeth 132 Rasmussen, Janlne 54, 58, 68, 132, 176, 210,213,216,225 Ratcliff, Diana 132 Tarni 64,132 Rca, Benjamin 64, 66, 132 Reed, David 68 Regan, Keland 132, 168, 190 Rehtmeyer, Joshua 132 Remmereld, Todd 97, 116, 132, 166, 167, 190 Renz, Brian 152 Rewolinski, Alicia 132
Reyes, Simon 52, 152 Rhoads, Stepheni 132 Ricci, Angelo 151 Richards, Sandra 220 Richardson, Dave 13, 161 Rod 170, 171 Todd72,132 Rick Billings Photography and VIdeo 208 Ricketts, Maryanne 64, ZGS, 92, 93.,152 Rieser, Frederick 132, 190 Ringgenberg, Chris 132 Risolvato, Ryan 152 Rives, Darcie 52, 54, 70, 100, 132 Rix, Mark 132 Roach, Scott 151 Roark, Jason 132 Robert,Spenccr72, 132 Roberts, Jessica 132 Michelle 74, 132 Robertson, Phillip 31, 52, 59, 152 Robey, David 152 Robina, James 132 Usji52, 152 Robinson, Melissa 133, 192 Rockbrook VIllage Barber Shop 212 Roehrs, Timothy 133 Rogers, Lorraine 161 Romero, Stacy 152 Rosenberg, David 97, 133 Roscngard, Ellen 62, 68, 133 Rosenthal, Laura 133 Mark 152 Rosno, Annette 58, 68, 133 Ross' Steak House 215 Roth, Meagan 133 Rowen, Mike 133 Royle, Ann 161,170,203 RSVP 219 Ruby, Kevin 63, 152, 189 Ruckman, Angelica 133 Ruecker, Keri 133 Kimberly 133 !luge, Dustin 152 Ryan, James 66,152,166 Laura 64, 133 Rybin, Corey 133 Rysavy, Matthew 133 Michael99, 133, 167
SAB 56 Sacco, David 133 Sachse, Crissa 133 Sacks, Scott 133 Saldar, Thomas 133, 169 Salerno, Gary 161 Salzman, Sharon 52, 163 Samson, Shari 68, 133 Sandoz, Kristen 112, 133 Sattem, Kathy 64, 133,200 Sayles, Karen 133 Sayre, Eric 74, 133 Schabloske, Linda 23, 64, 133, 184 Schaffart, Jeffrey 133 Schanbacher, James 133 Schatz, Alison 133 Kirsten 10, 133, 195 Scheidt, Donna 52, 54, 55, 73, 133 Scheinost, Marijean 157 Schenck, Barbara 152 Schlingman, Eric 152
Kimberly 133 Schlueter, Michael133, 186, 187 Schmid, Heidi 133 John 64, 74, 133 Schmidt, Trevor 152 Schmitz, Mindy 26, 98, 133 Schneider, Daniel 81, 133, 182 Rebecca 153 Schoneboom, Nicole 133 Schroeder, Chad 133, 183 Schulte, Erik 52, 66, 67, 133 Schulz, Matt 25, 153 Schumacher, John 153 Schwarten, Dustin 133 Schwartz, Mordy 72 Schwenke, David 190 Scott, Chad 133, 167 Daniel133 Kathryn 58, 115, 153 Scovill, Daniel 133 Seaman, Jill 25, 52, 153, 197,206 Selden, Howard 133 Karl 133 Selvy, Heather 104, 133 Senor Matias 222 Seward, Theodore 58, 68, 133, 190 Sexton, Mac 132, 133, 198 Seyler, Vincent 133,169, 190 Sgourakis, John 134 Konstantino 134 Shack, Phil 169 Shalberg, Stephanie 43, 70, 74, 7E Shannon, John 29, 56, 134, 190 Shaw, Bryan 134 Travis 168 Shea, Jason 134 Shepard, Marcy 157 Shepherd, Heather 134 Shield 58 Shipley, Cynthia 153 Shwidelson, Aaron 134 Yuril53,238 Shyken, Rachel 54, 134 Sieben, Dennis 153 Diana 19, 62, 134 Siebler, David 74, 134 Timothy 153 Sieler, Kristy 153 Silver, Jennifer 10, 134 Silvernail,J..ori 134 Simmonds, Mary 62, 64, 134 Simmons, Heidi 134 Simon, Danlel 46, 70, 153 Sinclair, James 134 Usa 134 Sindt, Jon 134, 166, 183 Skiermont, Paul 72 Skinner, Bruce 163 Slack, Diana 134 Sladovnik, Scott 29, 134, 168, 187 Slater, Glenna 134 Tonyl34 Sleeper, Melanle 101, 134 Stuart 74, 134 Stoup, Dawn 153, 191 Slowiaczek, Kara 64, 134 Slusky, Jodi 56, 57, 81, 153,223,2 Smith, Courtney 52, 134 Eric 66, 67, 74, 99, 134 Esther 163 George 134 Holly 153 Jennifer 134 Julie 134 Matthias 74,76 Meeghan 72, 134 Michael 153 Nicole 134 Stephanle 134, 186 Tamrni 74, 134 Richard 52, 153 Smithey, Kelly 54, 68, 134
ling, Joann l:i4 Michelle 94, 134 es, Chastidy 134 Jy, Matthew 134 1k, Kristine 134 er Kick 221 mer, Jason 112, 134, 219 McKaela 134 lyj, Robert 134 1gler, Ryan 21 ks, Kelley 23, 64, 134, 185 KoUeen 56, 64, 65, 97, 153, 194, 231 lman, Kevin 74, 134 Nicole 74, 134, 192 ka, Cheryl 74, 134 Jeffrey 134, 167 gel, David 134 lman, Jeffery 74 man, Mark 74, 153 ires 194 y's 208 np Collection 234 dish, Scott 153, 166 born Farm 212 <el, Jessica 74 Jennlfer 55 e, Doug 66, 72 le, Trent 62, 72, 74, 147, 153 man, Mark 166 ens, Jim 163 rart, Brandon 168 Ty 3, 153, 166, 167,236,238 nock, Jill 176, 177, 197, 206 k, Suzanne 153 • er, Asher 10, 52, 62, 70, 153,212 t, Chad 190 ud, Linda 157 ve, EUen 62, 74 ·be, Joshua 64 .enberg, Adam 153, 166 ve, Sarah 15, 176, 202, 209 ek, Mary Ann 163 e Response 219 wy 212 1er, Stephanie 136 nger, Scott 153 van, Kevin 136 Michelle 40, 41, 58, 56, 136 nson, Kerri 136 et, Landra 37,136 William 153 etwood, Dana 58, 136, 209, 225 nmlng 188 1arskl, Tina 136 1dell, Marilyn 163 ;her, Tanya 136, 185 :pick!, Michele 153 Patrick 94, 136, 168
:>Ua, Marc 136 1gda!J, Jim 162 ascio, Corey 136, 169 rahan, Banafsheh 64, 136 Jlborg, Terry 153 man, Barb 157 ·tor, Dawn 12, 19, 68, 136, 177, 196, , 237 Erika 136
Katherine 52, 136, 177, 207 Usa 72,136 Michael136 Scott 136, 183 Walter 136 Tegeder, Michelle 74, 136 Tennis 178 Tessin, Jeffrey 136 Thamrn, Gwendolyn 137,192 Theisen, Leigh 137,199 Tholen, Joseph 137 Thomas, Christopher 99, 153 Heather 54, 58, 140, 154, 188,223, 232 Keith 137 Kristine 137 Sarah 137 Zachary 137,169, 182 Thomsen, Douglas 74, 137 Sharon 140, 154, 196,237 Thoreen,Traci58,68, 154,192,193 Trevor 137,169 Thornton, Earl 66, 137, 166, 167 Thronson, David 163, 167 Tierney, Christopher 137, 190 Tillman, Carollne 68, I 54 Timperley, Tracy 64, 137, 176 Tolen, Melanie 154, 230 Thomasek, Matthew 137, 167 Tracy 137, 188, 233 Tomich, Matthew 26, 137 Torskey, Nicole 10, 155 Tracy, Shonessl 154 Tramp, Theresa 137, 194,230 Trocha, ChanteUe 137 Nicole 137 Truesdell, Lucky 154,231, 233 Truscott, Colleen 137 Tsabari, Ron 154 Turman, David 74 Tuttle, Robyn 93, 154, 177 Tvrdlk, Christine 52, 137, 177, 197, 206, 207 Tyler, Patrick 154 Cori74
Ueda, Kim 52, 64, 70, 137,214 Uhe, Rebecca 137 Ulandy, Joseph 68, 137 Ulrich, Amy 55, 137 University of Nebraska Medical Center 222 Unruh, Wendl137 Upton, Jenny 137, 188, 189 Kathryn 68, 137 Urich, Ronald 52, 154 U rsick, Kathleen 137 Utterback, Robin 137
Vacek, Lisa 64, 137 Van Den Burg, Annerniek 154 Van Doren, Eric 154 Vandecar, Cindy 163 VanDriest, Deanna 157 Vasko, Chris 68, 137 Vaughan, Frances 52, 55, 77, 137 Vetro, Daniel137, 168 Vidlak, Shawn 137 Villotta, Jan 203 Nikki 137 Todd 20, 52, I 02, 137, 166, 167, 203, 231 Vinal, Jim 137 Vivian, Brigette 137, 170, 171 Voecks, Eric 154 Volleyball 170, 172 Von Dorn, Jean 137 Vonasek, Tracy 154 VondoUen, Eric 74, 76, 137 Kristin 137 Vouk, Paul 74, 137 Vranicar, Rick 160, 163, 184, 185
Waggoner, Jennlfer 154 Karin 137 Wagner, Christine 137 David 137 Wakefield, Michael 127, 154 Waldman, Jenny 58, 59, 62, 154, 194, 230,232 Walenz, Steven 137 Walker, Alec 58, 137 Tristian 198 Zachary 70, 168, 190 Wallquist, Eric 137 Tracy 137 Walsh, Patrick 154 Ryan 56, 138, 168, 190 Walter, Jennifer 54, 64, 138 Wane, Kathryn 52, 138, 188 Wanetka, Scott 64, 93, 138 Wang, Sandra 163 Ward, Chad 154 Christopher 138 Warrior Band 236 Wasinger, Suzanne 138 Waskow, Penelope 138 Waters, Jason 52 Watson, Katherine 138 Steven 168, 138, 189 Wax, Anne 54, 58, 59, 62, 154, 196,223, 231,237,239 WEALTH 66 Weaver, Angie 52, 56, 138 Weber, Peter 62, 154 Wee, Kenneth 22, 23, 68, 138 Wegener, Amy 53, 62, 70, 72, 99, 154 Loretta 138 Weide, Ann 52, 54, 70, 138 Bridget 52, 58, 138 Weinberg, Lindsey 138 Weis, Dan 138 Weitz, Kathryn 52, 72, 138 Welch, Harold 163 Mary 138 Thomas 210 Victoria 138 Welcome to Westside Club 68 Wells, Rodney 138
Welsh, Kelly 70, 138 Welshinger, Chris 138 West, Tabatha 64, 138 Whalen, Lisa 74, 176,138 Wheeler, Shawn D 138 Stacie 154 White, Andrea 192, 138 Heather 138 Mark 154 Whitehill, Jana 21, 138 Whitsitt, Shanna 138 Whittamore, Christopher 154 Whitted, Kristin 64, 138, 186 Wick, Anders 138 Wickstrom, John 52, 154, 166, 180, 181 Wigodslcy, Andrew 74, 138 WUtaia, Sheryl 70, Wilbeck, Ketley 37,154, 177, 207 Wilbern, Janel 163 Williams, Catherine 70, 138 Chad 138 Helen 138 Willis, Goldie 168 Williston, Mark 154 Willits, Tim 177 Wills, Jennifer 54, 58, 138, 184,210,216, 225,227 Willson, Peter 52, 155 Wilmot, Kerri 52, 138 Wilson, Brent 138 Diane 138 Dick 163 Kimberly 155 Kristen 68 Wingert, Jean 138 Wink, Jennlfer 138 Winoto, Anna 138 Winslow, Clarann 52, 163 Wisch, Don 109, 158, 163 Wise, Al163 Darrell 156 Witt, Fran 163 Wittl<e, Lee 138 Wolf, Marian 157 Mark 166, ISS Wood, Timothy 155 Woodbury, Steven 72, 138 Workman, Christopher 138, 182 Worley, Norm 56, 160, 163 Worshek, Michael Wortman, Jason 138 Wrehe, Scott 52, 138 Wrestling 190 Wrestling Cheerleaders 190 Wright, Jennifer 54, 138, 176, 196, 197, 209,237 Jeremy 109, 138 Wrightsman, Marci 139 Wunderlich, David 139, 189 Wylie, Craig 139 Yakopec, Patrick ISS Yarges, Jeffrey 155 Yasson, Rita 163 Yerkes, Kimberly 139 Yogurt Cafe 216 Young, Brian 139 Chad 139 Donald 189 Joanna 70, 74, 81, 139, 192 Kenneth 139 Wanda 69, 163 Youth-to-Youth 64 Zachary, Jeffrey 139 Zaleskl, William 139 Zeilinger, Dorian 74, 139 Zimbleman, AI 163 Zimmerman, Scott 74, 76, 88,139 Zipay, Michele 74, 139 Zoob,Amy 56,155, 196,231,232,237,
239 Zoucha, Linda 52, 70, 72, 139, 170
The 1990 edition of the "Shield" Vqlume 38, was published by Josten's Publishing Company in Topeka, KS. Bob Vukas acted as the in-plant consultant. Vukas made sure that the production of the book took place. Marc Fuller acted as the company representative and told us how much money we were spending for missing deadlines. The type used in the book was either picked from the Josten's new book of type or from the Macintosh SEin the computer center in room 122. Body copy used throughout the book was Utopia. Type styles used on the cover and on theme development headlines were Bolt Bold and Brush Script. The type style used for STUDENT LIFE headlines was Bookman Bold. SPORTS headlines were setin Utopia and Utopia Bold. PEOPLE headlines were set in Corona Italic. ACADEMICS headlines were also in Utopia. ORGANIZATIONS headlines were not designed when the colophon was written. Due to the shopping skills of Abby Gordon, a cover design was inspired when she saw a shopping bag on the top shelf at "Partyl>atch" in Countryside Village. Special thanks is given to the ''Omaha World Herald" for the use of some of their photos, Kent Bonham for helping to design the folios, DennisMclntyreforcomingtoouraid when the computers were on the fritz, the elite juniors for starring in the advertising section, and to ourselves for doing suc\1 a wonderful ' b with this publication.
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