Girard Class of 1998: Senior Diary

Senior Diary
Trojan Publications Editor:Julie Pontious
GIRARD HIGH SCHOOL
Grades 9-12, Enrollment: 425
401-415 N. Summit
Girard, KS 66743
(316) 724-4326
Senior Class Sponsors
Mrs. Carolyn Barr
Mr. Steve Curran
Graduation Day: May 21, 1998
Graduating Seniors: 82

To the Class of 1998:
As you grow older, you will realize that life is full of stages. Your graduation marks one of those
stages in your life and it is my hope that it has been one of your best and happiest.
I have very much enjoyed being your sponsor. The chili feeds at homecoming, candy bar fund
raisers, working hard on junior prom, the senior cakewalk government lesson, and senior trip (with an
unexpected late night dip in the pool) will always live in my memories for one reason...you!
Congratulations and best of luck in all the remaining stages of your life. May the next stage
always be your best and happiest.
Carolyn Barr
Class Sponsor
To the Class of 1998:
You have been a great class to sponsor. Though I have only been here for one year and missed
out on the other three, I really enjoyed the year and felt as if I had been here for all four. Your class is a
real cohesive class who worked well together to achieve what was necessary, all with a touch of class.
The best example was the way you as a class worked together for the tradition of the cakewalk. Your
class followed the correct process to voice your concerns of keeping the tradition alive and were reward-
ed with the opportunity to do so.
You have learned a lot in your high school careers, take what you have learned and continue to
apply it to the rest of your lives. You have reached a plateau in your lives, but do not be satisfied be-
cause inside each of you is a success story waiting to happen and when someone mentions Girard High
School, I hope that you will turn with a smile beaming full of pride and reply, “I graduated from there.”
Steve Curran
Class Sponsor

Back row (from left): Brad Clutter, Nat Brackett, Kevin Beasley, Darin Cizerle, Rich Lane, Rob Thomas, Jesse Niederklein, Chris DoByns,
Julie Dieterle, Rachel Groner, Jenny Irish, Taylor Cates, Steven Taylor, Mike Garner, Mandy Kennedy, Jill Hixon, Jenny Johnson, Susan
Ulbrich, Beth Galindo, Natasha Franklin, James Lowman, Quinton Kramer, Eddie Fox, Audrey Bevins, Mr. Curran (Sponsor), Christi Stark,
Micah Leighty, Tracy Phipps, Ida Kaemmerling, Rachel Shanholtzer, Leon Delmez, RoAnna Snell, Falisha Lowe, Joe Landreth, Scott Frank-
lin, Tasha Mitchell, Sarah Norris, Rachel Wilkins, Troy Curry, Rachel Collins, Rich Lopez, Gabe Evans, Aaron Storey, Mike Benso, Nancy
Franklin, Chuck Burns, Jennifer Ziegler, Lynn Peak, Angela Stolte, Jolene Roberts, Jana Noble, Maria Fogliasso, Courtney Spencer, Kathleen
Hagemann, Sally Ziegler, Kerri Darlington, Kris Siebert, Donnie Oplotnik, Jason Krenzel, Lisa Edwards,AndreaWiley, Katie DeMoss, Maggie
Dillon, Katie Giefer, Jeremy Pride, Christi Sands, Cordell Harley, Nate George, Holly Page, Erin Smith, Archie Grady, Jimmie Kichler, Mrs.
Barr (Sponsor), Tricia Bro, Julie Pontious, Mandy Russell, Heather Finley, Laura Wentz, Devon Clugston, Karen Breiner

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Senior Achievements
Kevin Matthew Beasley
Kevin, son of Everett and Debbie Beasley of Girard,
residesinGirardwithhisparentsandolderbrotherMike.
Kevin attended Eugene Field Elementary in Pittsburg
during K-1, second grade in Frontenac and Girard, and
completed his education at Girard.
During high school Kevin was a member of Foreign
Language Club, Library Club, and SADD. In addition,
he was involved in Gifted Education throughout high
school and held the offices of NHS Student Council
representativeandFFAJuniorOfficerpresident.Activities
he was involved in included the Trojan Tribune Staff,
football, track, baseball, and cross country.
KevinalsoparticipatedintheTrojanLift-a-Thon,starred
in the Jr. Play, and qualified for state competition in the
KSPA Regional Competition. He also competed on the
GHS Scholars Bowl team as captain his junior and senior
years.
Honors Kevin received included an Academic Letter,
beingselectedasanalternatetoBoysState,beingselected
toNHS,andbeingselectedasa1998KansasStateScholar.
He was also selected to Who’s Who, as Student of the
Month, and as a Renaissance cardholder. Kevin was also
chosen as one of the top 150 students in Kansas to attend
Regents Honors Academy and as All-CNC Honorable
Mention pitcher.
Kevin has been selected to receive a Presidential
Scholarship,Trustee’sLeadershipGrant,andNon-resident
ofIowaGrantfromMountMercyCollegeinCedarRapids.
Hehasalsobeenawardedageneraleducationscholarship
and an additional mathematics scholarship from PSU.
InthefallKevinplanstoattendMountMercyCollegein
Cedar Rapids to earn a bachelor’s degree in mathematics
education for a secondary teaching career. Kevin has also
signed a letter of intent to play baseball for Mount Mercy
in the fall and spring.
About high school, Kevin said, “I’ve had a great four
years here, but I’m really excited about the opportunity
I have now. Everything I’ve earned and received I owe
to Girard High School.”
Michael Walter Benso
Mike, son of Don and Norma Benso, resides in rural
Girard with his parents and attended Girard schools. He
has two sisters, Cheryl and Carla.
While in high school Mike was a member of FFA and
SADD and participated in football and track.
In his spare time he enjoys hunting and fishing with
family and friends.
After graduation Mike plans to attend Ft. Scott
Community College and later transfer to PSU but is
undecided what his major will be.
Whenaskedtocommentonhishighschoolyears,Mike
said, “High school was a great experience. I had good
times with friends, and I know these memories will last
a lifetime.”
Audrey Ann Bevins
Audrey, daughter of Marcia and Charles Patterson of
Girard and Randy and Jan Bevins of McCune, resides in
Girard with her mother. Other children of the home are
her siblings Sarah Bevins and Kenna and Christopher
Patterson. Stepbrothers Andrew and James Buzard live
in McCune with her father and her stepmother. Her
stepbrother Nathan Buzard resides in Pittsburg while
attending PSU.
During her elementary education Audrey attended
kindergarten at Weir Attendance Center, kindergarten
throughsecondgradeatHaderleinElementary,andthird
through fifth at Lakeside Elementary in Pittsburg. Her
sixth grade year was spent at Pittsburg Middle School
and her seventh and eighth grade years at Eureka Jr.-Sr.
High School in Eureka, KS. Audrey then attended GHS
for her high school education.
ThroughouthereducationsheparticipatedintheGifted
Education program.
WhileattendingGHSshewasamemberofFHA/HERO
and the Foreign Language Club.Audrey was also a board
member for Kayettes, a class representative for SADD,
and president of Science Club.
In addition she was involved in Debate, Forensics,
One-Act Competition, Jr. Play, Concert Band, Marching
Band, Pep Band, and volleyball. Audrey was part of the
Trojan Tribune Staff and was a member and captain of
the Dance-Flag Team.
Audrey participated in the CNC Science Fair, Math
Relays, Scholars Bowl, Chemistry Capers, and KSPA
Regional Competition, at which she qualified for state.
Honors she received included an Academic Letter
and being selected as a member of NHS, a four-year
Renaissance cardholder, and Student of the Month.
Audrey has also been selected to receive a $1,000
scholarship from PSU.
Her interests include writing and traveling. After
graduation she plans to attend PSU to major in biology
and minor in psychology. She wants to pursue a career
in physical therapy.
When asked to comment on her experience in high
school,Audreycommented,“Therehavebeensomerough
patches, but I survived. I will never forget my friends and
the many memories that we have, although I am ready
to begin my future.”
Nathaniel Aaron Brackett
Nat, son of Mike Brackett of Pittsburg and Kay Barone
of Arma, resides with his mother, stepfather Mike and
stepbrother Bradley in Arma. He also has a stepsister,
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Webb City.
Nat attended elementary school in Liberal, MO, for
one year and then completed his education in Girard
schools.
During high school Nat was a member of SADD,
Foreign Language Club, and the Video Yearbook Staff.
He also lettered in basketball, baseball, golf, and football
and was named to the All-CNC League team his junior
year as a pitcher.
Nat participated in the annual Trojan Lift-a-Thon and
was a basketball queen escort. He also qualified as a four-
year Renaissance cardholder.
In his spare time Nat likes to spend time with his
friends, meet new people, and play summer baseball.
After graduation Nat plans to attend college.

Charles Robert Burns
Chuck, son of Richard and Nancy Burns, resides in
Girard with his parents and attended Girard schools
for his education. He has one sister, Heather Duncan of
Lamar, MO.
During high school Chuck was a member of FFA
and served as the GHS chapter treasurer, secretary, and
president. He was on the Dairy Foods and Ag Sales FFA
Judging teams and participated in Food for America.
ChuckalsoattendedFFALeadershipSchool,StateCamp,
and State and National conventions.
He was also involved in the Building Trades program
and was a Renaissance cardholder.
In his spare time Chuck enjoys hunting, working, and
spending time with friends and family.
AftergraduationChuckisconsideringattendingNCK
Technical School in Beloit to pursue a degree in either
heavy equipment or diesel mechanics. He is currently
employedbyStrukelElectric,Inc.,wherehedoeselectrical
and construction work.
Whenaskedtocommentonhishighschoolexperience,
Chuck said, “I enjoyed high school, but what I’ll miss
most is being around my friends and talking with my
classmates.”
Taylor Cates
Taylor, the daughter of Kevin and Leslie Cates, resides
in Pittsburg with her parents and sister Kinsey.
Taylor attended Lakeside Elementary in Pittsburg
grades K- 4, Marquette Elementary in Tulsa grades 4-7,
and St. Mary’s Colgan grades 8-10 before transferring to
Girard her junior year.
DuringhighschoolTaylorwasamemberofSADDand
KayettesandwasvicepresidentofForeignLanguageClub
her senior year. She participated in Chemistry Capers,
MixedVocal,wasonthePrincipal’sHonorRoll,andwasa
one-year letterman in cross country, a two-year letterman
in basketball, and a four-year letterman in track.
Taylor was Girard’s 1997 leading point scorer in track,
the 1997 girls track Co-MVP, and was the 1998 girls jump
team captain her senior year and a state track qualifier all
four years.
Taylor’sathleticaccomplishmentsincludedcompeting
in the 1997 USATrack and Field Junior National Olympic
Championships in Baton Rouge, LA, placing 12th in the
heptathlon, being selected her junior and senior years
for Who’s Who in Sports All- Star recognition, and being
selected to play in the 1998 All- Star basketball game at
PSU.
An additional honor included accepting a track
scholarshiptoSMSUinSpringfieldwhereshewillcompete
intheheptathlon.Sheplanstomajorinphysicaleducation
and minor in business.
In her spare time Taylor enjoys playing soccer and
is currently employed by The Buckle. Her comment on
graduationwas,“Ihaveonlyoneregretabouthighschool:
that I didn’t come to Girard sooner. I will always cherish
the years I spent in Girard.”
Darin Thomas Cizerle
Darin, son of Tom and Terry Cizerle, resides in Girard
withhismomandyoungerbrotherKevin.Darinattended
Girard schools for his education.
During high school Darin was a member of FFA and
SADD and participated in football, baseball, track, the
Trojan Lift-a- Thon, and Physics Frolics.
He also was a Renaissance cardholder and received
a First Christian Church scholarship. He is currently
employed at Sonic in Girard, where he has worked for
almost two years.
In his free time Darin likes to play basketball and golf,
watch TV, and listen to the radio.
After graduation he plans to attend Northeastern
OklahomaA&M College in Miami, OK, and then transfer
to a four-year college.
When asked about high school, Darin commented, “It
was a good learning experience and fun.”
Devon Elaine Clugston
Devon, daughter of Phillip E. and Connie E. Clugston,
attended Girard schools for her education. She resides in
Girard with her parents, her younger brother Jess, and
her daughter Britney.
During high school Devon participated in SADD and
CNC Art Fair and was a Renaissance cardholder.
Devon enjoys reading and spending time with her
family during her spare time.
Following graduation she plans to work as a
secretary.
When asked to comment on high school, Devon said,
“High school taught me to do different things and work
with and meet other people.”
Brad Matthew Clutter
Brad, son of Dennis and Barbara Clutter, resides in
Girard with his parents and younger sister Janet. His
older sister Pam is a junior at PSU. Brad attended Girard
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During high school Brad was a member of SADD,
Science Club, and FFA. He participated in CNC Science
Fair, Physics Frolics, football, basketball, baseball, and
the annual Girard Trojan Lift-a-Thon.
His honors included being selected as a Renaissance
cardholder,footballandbasketballqueencandidateescort,
a Boys State Delegate, to Who’s Who, and to play in the
Kansas Shrine Bowl.
Throughout his high school career, Brad received the
following athletic honors: CNC 1st team Guard and D-
end, 2nd team All-Area D-end, State Honorable Mention
OffensiveGuardandD-end,KFBCA1stteamStateD-end,
and Honorable Mention CNC 3rd baseman. In addition,
he was selected Trojan football team captain, team MVP,
Trojan basketball captain, and set the state bench press
record in 1997.
After graduation Brad plans to attend PSU to earn
a degree in plastics engineering or environmental
management.
Brad said, “Girard is a wonderful high school, and I
enjoyed the four years I spent there.”
Rachel Dawn Collins
Rachel is the daughter of Dick and Janice Collins.
She resides in Girard with her parents, sister Kristin,
and son Michael. Rachel attended Girard schools for her
education.
ThroughouthighschoolRachelwasamemberofFHA,
Kayettes,Forensics,ForeignLanguageClub,andMarching
Band. Rachel was also a Renaissance cardholder.
Hobbies she enjoys are reading and softball.
After graduation Rachel plans to attend Labette
Community College in Parsons and eventually pursue a
nursing degree.
Troy Danial Curry
Troy,sonofJudithCurry,residesinGirard.Hisbrother
Bruce lives in Pittsburg and his sister Tammy lives at
home.
TroyattendedCrossroadsBaptistAcademyforthefirst
year and a half of his education and Girard schools the
rest of the time.
DuringhighschoolTroywasamemberofLibraryClub,
SADD,andForeignLanguageClub.Healsoparticipatedin
Forensics,One-ActCompetition,MixedVocal,Reflections,
MathRelays,Jr.Play,andTrojanLift-A-Thon.Inaddition,
he played football and ran track and cross country.
In his spare time Troy enjoys doing technical theater
work.
After graduation he plans to attend a local community
collegeandworktowardadegreeincommunicationwith
amajorinadvertisingandaminorintechnicaltheater.He
presently works as a cook at Chicken Mary’s in Yale.
When asked to comment on his years in high school,
Troy simply said, “High school’s been weird!”
Kerri Ann Darlington
Kerri resides with her mother Angie Darlington in
Girard. She is also the daughter of Dean Darlington, who
lives in Watts, OK. Kerri has one older brother, Sean. She
attended Girard schools for her education.
During high school Kerri was a member of SADD,
Science Club, and FHA and served as Kayette secretary.
She also participated in track for two years, earning a
first place medal in the CNC meet, and participated in
cheerleading for three years.
Kerriwasaqueencandidatehersenioryearforfootball
and was elected Homecoming Queen her senior year for
basketball.ShewasalsoaRenaissancecardholderandwas
honored in the top ten at the KSPARegional Competition
for the Yearbook Staff. As a junior she participated in the
Jr. Play.
Kerri is currently a part-time employee at ETCO in
Girard. After high school she plans to attend PSU and is
considering a major in communications and a minor in
business accounting.
Leonce Philip Delmez
Leon, son of Pat and Becky Loyd and of Philip Delmez,
resides with his mother and stepfather in Girard. He has
oneolderbrotherandthreeyoungersisters,twoofwhom
live with his father. Leon attended Girard schools.
During high school Leon was a member of Library
Club,SADD,andForeignLanguageClub,throughwhich
he traveled to France and Spain. He also competed in
Forensics and One-Act Competition his junior year.
Leon played several sports, including football,
basketball, track, and cross country in addition to
competing in other weight lifting meets. He also
participated in the Trojan Lift-a- Thon all four years.
His interests include playing football, basketball, golf,
andrunning.Healsolikestowatchmoviesandplayvideo
games.
After high school Leon plans to pursue a degree in
technology at PSU.
Katherine Joy DeMoss
Katie, daughter of David and Sally DeMoss, resides in
Girard with her parents and attended Girard schools for
her education. Her brother Matt attends PSU.
During high school Katie participated in the CNC
ScienceFair,Jr.Play,KSPARegionalCompetition,Scholars
Bowl, and Chemistry Capers. Organizations she was
involved with included Kayettes, SADD, Science Club,
and Foreign Language Club. She also wrote for the Trojan
Tribune Staff, played basketball, and ran cross country
and track, where she was team captain.
Awards Katie received included being named a KU
Honor Student, a member of NHS, to Who’s Who, and
as a 1998 Kansas State Scholar.
She also participated in WSU’s Distinguished
Scholarship Invitational, received an Academic Letter,
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years.
As part of the Trinity Lutheran Church youth group,
Katie attended a National Lutheran Youth Gathering in
SanAntonio during July 1995 and plans to attend another
such gathering in Atlanta this July.
After graduation Katie plans to attend Wichita State
University where she will pursue a degree in speech/
language/hearing disorders. She presently works at East
Side Cafe as a waitress.
When asked to comment about her high school years,
Katie replied, “High school was a learning experience,
but I am ready to move on, see more of the world, and
further my education.”
Julie Anna Dieterle
Julie,daughterofMs.SaraDieterleandthelateRonald
Dieterle, resides in rural Girard with her mother and
attended Girard schools. She has two half-brothers, Mike
of Owasso, OK, and Denny of Girard.
DuringhighschoolJuliewasamemberofFHA,SADD,
Kayettes, Science Club, and Foreign Language Club. She
served as Science Club president, was Director of School
Service and Director of Music for Kayettes, and was a Jr.
andSr.SADDrepresentative.JuliealsoservedasaStudent
Council representative, a Trojan Tribune Staff member,
and Yearbook editor.
She participated in the CNC Science Fair, Math Relays,
Jr. Play, Physics Frolics, and Chemistry Capers. Julie also
lettered in Scholars Bowl two years and qualified for the
state KSPA contest.
Honors Julie received included being designated a
USAA Business and Leadership award recipient, a Phi
Kappa Phi honoree, a KU Honor Student, and a 1998
Kansas State Scholar. She was also selected for Who’s
Who and NHS, where she served as secretary.
In addition, Julie was selected as the August 1997
Student of the Month, was a Renaissance cardholder,
received an Academic Letter, and was listed on the GHS
High Honor Roll. She was also the 1997 Craw-Kan Essay
Contest winner, which included a trip Washington, D.C.,
toparticipateinthe1997NTCAyouthtour,andwas first-
place winner of the 1998 MADD Essay Contest.
Julie, a member of the Girard Bible Church and youth
group, has participated in missions trips to Arlington,
TX, and Matamoros, Mexico, and plans to travel to North
Dakota this summer. In her spare time she enjoys being
with her friends and exploring the Internet.
Julie was awarded a Provost Scholarship from
Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, MO, where she
plans to pursue a degree in public relations next fall.
When asked to comment on her graduation, Julie
commented, “I will never, ever forget my years spent at
GHS. Although I will miss my friends and classmates
greatly, I feel that it is time for me to move on and start
the next chapter in my life.”
Margret Ann Dillon
Maggie, daughter of Dennis and Linda Dillon, resides
in Girard with her parents and younger brother Bryan.
She has a sister and a niece who live in Pittsburg. Maggie
attended various schools in Nebraska before completing
her final three years of high school at Girard.
Maggie participated in FHA and was elected district
vicepresident.ShealsoservedasvicepresidentofKayettes
and of Student Council. She was involved in SADD,
ForeignLanguageClub,FFA,Debate,Forensics,One-Act
Competition,MockTrial,Lincoln-DouglasDebate,Jr.Play,
CNC Science Fair, and Mixed Vocal.
Honors and awards she received included qualifying
for state through One-Act Competition, placing second
in 4AState Lincoln-Douglas Debate, and being named to
Who’s Who.
After graduation Maggie plans to attend PSU to earn a
bachelor’sdegreeinbusinesscommunicationsorpre-law
and minor in Spanish.
When asked to comment on graduation, Maggie said,
“Through the help of my friends and family, I’ve realized
graduating is not the culmination in my life; it is, instead,
just the beginning.”
Christopher Sterling DoByns
Chris is the son of Terry and Sheila DoByns of Girard
and Kenneth and Brenda Arthur of Mulberry. He resides
in Girard and has three brothers, Terry Michael DoByns,
Jason Ward, and Pat DoByns.
Chris attended elementary school in Fort Worth, TX.
In third grade his family moved to Pittsburg where he
attended Lakeside Elementary School and Pittsburg
Middle School through sixth grade before moving to
Girard to finish his education.
During high school Chris was a member of FFA,
SADD,ScienceClub,andForeignLanguageClub.Hewas
a trainer for football and track for four years, basketball
manager for two years, and helped with the Lift-a-Thon
all four years. Chris also participated in the CNC Science
Fair and Math Relays and received several Renaissance
cards.
In his spare time Chris enjoys fishing; bowling; going
toKansasCityChiefsgames;watching baseball,football,
and basketball; collecting baseball cards; and spending
time with friends.
After graduation Chris will attend Coffeyville
Community College where he has received a full
scholarship to pursue his career in athletic training or as
a manager with a possible minor in coaching.
Chris replied, “I moved here in middle school, and the
Class of 98 has really been like a family to me. Thanks to
all my teachers for the time and effort they put into my
education.”
Lisa Dawn Edwards
Lisa is the daughter of La Donna and Pat Whetzell of
Farlington and Mike and Cathy Edwards of Franklin.
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Edwards,andTannerEdwards,whoattendArmaschools,
and Ryan Whetzell, who attends Haderlein Elementary.
Lisa attended Arma Elementary through her third
grade year and then transferred to Haderlein her fourth
grade year where she attended through her fifth grade
year and then transferred back to Arma for the first half
of her sixth grade year. She then moved back to Girard
and finished her education.
During high school Lisa was a member of Kayettes,
ScienceClub,JournalismStaff,YearbookStaff,Reflections,
Concert Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, Jazz Band,
Dance-Flag Team, the Jr. Play, and the softball team.
She also was a trainer for track and cross country and
participated in KSPA Regional and State competitions.
Lisa was on the Principal’s Honor Roll, was a
Renaissance cardholder, and was selected for District ll
Honor Choir. She was also Dance-Flag Team captain her
sophomore year.
“High school was a great experience, and it was really
fun, but I am ready to move on and further my education
in college,” Lisa stated.
Gabriel Michael Evans
Gabe, son of Greg and Meg Evans, resides in Girard
withhisparentsandbrotherNate.HisbrotherT.J.attends
KU. Gabe attended Girard schools for his education.
During high school Gabe was a member of SADD,
Foreign Language Club, and CYO and participated in
basketball, football, baseball and golf. He also competed
in the CNC Science Fair, Trojan Lift-a-Thon, and Physics
Frolics.
His honors included being selected as a Boys State
Delegate and as a Renaissance cardholder.
Gabe’s athletic honors in football and basketball
includedAll-CNCandAll-Arearecognitionfortwoyears
in football and All-State for one year. In basketball he
was named All-CNC, All- Area, and All-State for three
years as well as a member of the SEK All-Star game and
a member of the Preseason Top 25 team of Kansas.
SomeofGabe’shobbiesincludeplayingbasketballand
golf, skateboarding, surfing, watching WWF wrestling,
and listening to music with friends.
After graduation Gabe plans to attend KU to seek a
master’s degree, but his major is undecided.
Whenaskedtocommentonhishighschoolyears,Gabe
said, “ It was fun.”
Heather Jean Finley
Heather, daughter of James and the late Carol Finley,
resides with her dad and brother James in Walnut.
She attended kindergarten and first grade in Walnut
and then Girard schools to finish her education.
During high school Heather was involved in the
CNC Art Fair. She enjoys the outdoors and likes to ride
motorcycles,lookathistoricalsites,fish,andswim. When
asked to comment on high school, Heather said, “My
experienceinhighschoolhasbeenwellworthit.Nowthat
I am graduating, I feel like I am actually accomplishing
a big part in my life.”
Maria Christina Fogliasso
Maria, daughter of Dick and Chris Fogliasso of Girard,
attended Girard schools for her education. She resides in
Girard with her parents and brother John.
During high school Maria was a member of Kayettes,
SADD, Science Club, Spanish Club, Trojan Tribune
Staff, and Yearbook Staff. Offices she held included
Sophomore Class Student Council representative, Junior
Class president, Foreign Language Club Student Council
representative,SADDvicepresident,andSADDpresident.
She was also a participant in cheerleading and softball.
MariawasinvolvedwithConcertBand,MarchingBand,
CNC Science Fair, CNC Art Fair, Jr. Play, Physics Frolics,
and KSPARegional Competition, where she qualified for
State Competition.
Honors Maria received included being selected as a
KU Honor Student, a NHS member her junior and senior
years, a Renaissance cardholder, and as GHS Student
of the Month. She also qualified for the High Honor
Roll throughout high school and was selected to Who’s
Who. Maria has received a Dean’s Scholarship and been
acceptedintothePresidentialEmergingLeadersProgram
at PSU.
Outside of school Maria was involved with CYO and
served as secretary. Her hobbies include photography,
shopping, and exploring the Internet.
In the fall Maria plans to continue her employment at
Crocker’s Family Super in Girard and work for the vice
presidentofacademicaffairsatPittsburgStateUniversity,
where she will major in commercial graphics and minor
in marketing.
Brian Charles Fox
Brian, the son of Charles Fox and Rhonda Marshallick,
resides in Walnut with his father. His younger sister
Angela lives with her father, and his older sister Jennifer
and younger brother Michael live in Wichita with their
mother.
Brian attended Walnut Elementary School for his first
twoyearsofelementaryschoolandthenattendedOatville
in Wichita for one year. He attended St. Margaret Mary’s
in Wichita the next year and transferred from there to
Cleveland, also in Wichita.
FromClevelandhemovedtoRexinHaysville,andfrom
Rex he transferred to Freeman, also in Haysville. Brian
spent his first two years of middle school at Haysville
Middle School and then transferred to Girard, where he
spent the rest of his schooling career.
DuringhighschoolBrianwasaRenaissancecardholder.
He enjoys farming and plans to farm with his dad after
graduation.
Edward James Fox
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hisparents.Hehastwosisters, MichelleMoodywholives
nearPittsburgwithherhusbandBob,andJenniDiskinwho
lives in Radley with her husband Doug. Eddie attended
During high school Eddie was a member of FFA and
SADD and participated in football, basketball, track, and
the annual Trojan Lift-a-Thon.
Honors Eddie received included being selected as a
BoysStateDelegate,aRenaissancecardholder,asaqueen
candidate escort, and to Who’s Who. He also won the
Southeast District FFA Welding Contest, was a football
teamcaptain,receivedAll-CNCHonorableMentioncenter
his junior year, and received All-CNC 1st team and All-
Area 3rd team center his senior year.
In his spare time Eddie enjoys jet-skiing, fishing,
hunting, and spending time with friends. He is a member
of St. Michael’s Catholic Church of Girard.
FollowinggraduationEddieplanstopursueabachelor’s
degree with a major in diesel and heavy equipment and
a minor in business at PSU.
Nancy Nadine Franklin
Nancy,daughterofDelbertandDorisFranklin,resides
with her parents and two younger brothers in Farlington.
She also has two older brothers and three older sisters.
Nancy attended Girard schools for her education.
DuringhighschoolNancywasamemberofSADDand
Kayettes and participated in Physics Frolics, volleyball,
basketball, and softball.
Her honors included being selected to the All-CNC
volleyball team her senior year, as All-CNC first team
outfielder in softball her junior year, and as a Renaissance
cardholder.
In her spare time Nancy enjoys playing softball and
hanging out with her friends.
Aftergraduationsheplanstoseekadegreeinradiology.
ShewillattendNeoshoCommunityCollegefortwoyears,
where she has received a softball scholarship, and then
transfer to MSSC.
Whenaskedtocommentonherhighschoolexperience,
Nancy said, “I will miss high school, but I’m ready to
move on.”
Natasha Marie Franklin
Natasha, daughter of Jerry and Lisa Franklin, resides
in Girard with her parents and sisters Jarial and Amber.
Natasha attended Girard schools for her education.
During high school Natasha was a member of Foreign
LanguageClub,SADD,ScienceClub,andKayettes,where
she was Director of Points and Programs. As a member
of Foreign Language Club, Natasha traveled to England
and France her freshman year and to France and Spain
her junior year.
Natasha was involved in softball, volleyball, and
basketball. She also participated in the CNC Science
Fair, Medical Explorers, Physics Frolics, and Chemistry
Capers. Natasha performed on the Dance-Flag Team;
was a member of Concert, Marching, and Pep Band; and
performed in small ensembles and as a solo performer.
Honors Natasha received included being selected into
NHS,toWho’sWho,toDistrictHonorBand,toFour-State
Honor Band, and as a Renaissance cardholder. She was
cocaptain of the Dance- Flag Team her junior year and
captain her senior year and earned letters in volleyball
and softball.
Academic awards Natasha received included being
named a Presidential Scholar at Wichita State University
andreceivingaPresidentialScholarshiptoCentralCollege
in McPherson.
Her hobbies are softball and outdoor activities,
including camping and horseback riding. She currently
works at Sonic as a carhop.
Following graduation Natasha plans to attend Central
College and then transfer to Wichita State to pursue a
degree in premedicine. She eventually plans to seek a
medical degree in cardiology at KU Medical Center.
Scott Lindell Franklin
Scott,sonofBuddyandPamFranklin,residesinGirard
and has two brothers, Shane and Todd. Scott attended
During high school Scott was a member of SADD and
Science Club. He participated in baseball, football, and
basketball, Trojan Lift-a-Thon, the CNC Science Fair, and
Physics Frolics and served as Sophomore Class president
and Senior Class secretary.
His honors included being selected as a Renaissance
cardholder, a Boys State Delegate, to Who’s Who, and as
a member of NHS.
Throughout his high school career, Scott received
several awards for athletics, which included All-CNC
Honorable Mention outfielder his sophomore year of
baseball and All-CNC 1st team outfielder as a junior. In
football, he was awardedAll-CNC 1st team strong safety,
2nd team All-CNC running back, All-Area All- Purpose
Honorable Mention, and All-State Honorable Mention
strong safety.
Scott is currently employed part-time as a waiter at
Chicken Annie’s in Girard. In his spare time he enjoys
fishing, hunting, and spending time with friends.
After graduation Scott plans to attend a community
college in the area and continue playing baseball.
When asked to comment on high school, Scott said,
“Looking back, I will remember all the good times I had
with my friends and classmates. These are memories I
will never forget.”
Beth Ann Galindo
Beth, daughter of Karen and Harold Galindo of
Pittsburg, resides in Girard. Her older brother Chad lives
in Miami with his wife Mindy.
BethattendedLakesideElementaryinPittsburgK-2and
then transferred to Highland Elementary in Mesa, AZ, to
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School before transferring to GHS as a freshman.
During high school Beth was involved in Science
Club and Foreign Language Club. She also participated
in Debate, Forensics, and One-Act Competition.
Inaddition,Bethwasacheerleaderandparticipatedin
volleyball. In her spare time she enjoys playing volleyball
and softball and spending time with her family.
After high school Beth plans to attend Northeastern
Oklahoma A&M and later pursue a degree in
accounting.
About high school, Beth said, “I enjoyed high school
a lot. It was the funnest four years of my life.”
Nathan Samuel George
NateisthesonofJoeR.andLorettaGeorgeandresides
with his parents in rural Girard. He has one older brother,
Jason George of Del Rio, TX. Nathan attended Girard
schools for his education.
During high school Nate was involved in FFA, SADD,
Science Club, Foreign Language Club, Video Yearbook,
strength meets, track, and football. He participated in the
CNC Science Fair, CNC Industrial Arts Fair, the Trojan
Lift-A-Thon,andwasamemberoftheFFAMeatsJudging
team.
Athletic honors Nathan received during his senior
year at tailback included All-CNC First Team, All-Area
Honorable Mention, Topeka Capital Journal Honorable
Mention, and Kansas State Coaches’ Poll Class 4A First
Team. He was also a nominee for the 1998 Kansas Shrine
Bowl, a member of the 1998 Kansas State Down Under
Bowl Team, and was named to Who’s Who in Sports and
as a United States National Football Awards recipient.
AcademichonorsNatereceivedincludedbeingselected
for Who’s Who and placing on the Honor Roll. He also
was a Renaissance cardholder.
In his spare time he enjoys hunting, fishing, playing
sports, and spending time alone in nature.
Nate has received a football scholarship from
Hutchinson Community College and will attend HCC
for two years and later pursue a degree in criminal justice
with a minor in Spanish. He eventually hopes to become
a border patrol agent.
Katherine Marie Giefer
Katie, daughter of Ken and Cheryl Giefer, resides with
herparentsandyoungerbrothersChrisandMarkinGirard.
Katie attended Girard schools for her education.
During high school Katie was a member of SADD
and Kayettes. She served as SADD president and vice
president and Kayette treasurer.
Activities she participated in included Band, Trojan
Tribune Staff, and Yearbook Staff. She was involved with
cheerleading, track, and cross country all four years and
also participated in the CNC Science Fair, CNC Art Fair,
the Jr. Play, and KSPA Regional Competition, where she
qualified for the state level both her junior and senior
years.
Honors she received included being selected as a
member of NHS her junior and senior years, a basketball
homecoming queen candidate, a football homecoming
queen candidate, and a Renaissance cardholder. Katie
served as cross country and track captain both her junior
and senior years and cheerleading captain her senior
year.
After graduation Katie plans to attend PSU where
she will seek a degree in education and has received
a scholarship to run on the cross country and track
teams.
Whenaskedtocommentonherhighschoolyears,Katie
said, “High school has provided me with great memories
and lifelong friendships, but I am ready to move on to
college and start planning my future.”
James A. Goings
James, son of Deena Ulmer of Pittsburg, resides in
Pittsburg.HissisterMichelleGoingsalsolivesinPittsburg.
Jimmy attended Arma Elementary before transferring to
Girard during first grade. The rest of his education was
at Girard.
While in high school Jimmy was a member of Science
Club and Foreign Language Club. Jimmy was also
involvedinForensics,One-ActCompetition,Reflections,
and was a solo performer.
Activities Jimmy was involved in included football
and track. He also starred in the Jr. Play, competed in the
CNC Art Fair, and participated in the Trojan Lift-a-Thon.
Honorshereceivedinhighschoolincludedbeingselected
to Who’’s Who and as a Renaissance cardholder.
After graduation Jimmy plans to attend PSU to
major in medical technology and minor in military science
through the ROTC program. He plans to study for a later
career as a lab technician.
Archie Lee Grady, Jr.
Archie resides in Walnut with his parents,Archie
and Mary Grady. He attended Walnut Elementary for
kindergarn and first grade and transferred to Girard to
complete his education.
While in high school Archie participated in FFA,
welding contests, and other vocational activities.
In his spare time he enjoys working on cars,
boating, fishing, camping, and doing many other outdoor
activities.
After graduation Archie plans to attend PSU to
major in automotive technology.
Rachel Ann Groner
Rachel, daughter of David and Anna Groner,
resides with her parents and younger sister Angela
in rural Arcadia. She attended Girard schools for her
education.
During high school Rachel was a member of
Foreign Language Club, SADD, and Science Club and was
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in were the CNC Scienñce Fair, basketball, volleyball, and
softball
Honors Rachel received included being selected
as a member of NHS her junior and senior years, as an
honor roll student, and as a Renaissance cardholder in
addition to being selected to Who’s Who.
Rachel is currently employed at Arma
Supermarket where she has been a cashier for almost
two years.
Following graduation Rachel plans to attend PSU
to seek a degree in the medical field.
When asked to comment on her high school
career, Rachel said, “High school was a lot of fun, and
I’m going to miss it, but now I’m going to pursue my life
even further.”
Kathleen Abigale Hagemann
Kathleen, daughter of Richard and Joyce
Hagemann, resides in rural Hepler with her parents and
younger sister Erin. Her older sister Michelle resides
in Frontenac. Kathleen attended Girard schools for her
education.
During high school Kathleen was a board
member for Kayettes, was SeXnior Class Student Council
representative, and was a member of SADD, Science Club,
and Foreign Language Club.
Activities she participated in included basketball,
volleyball, Yearbook Staff, Band, and CNC Science Fair.
Honors Kathleen received included being
selected to NHS her junior and senior years and as an
Honor Roll student, a Renaissance cardholder, and a Girls
State delegate. She has received the Bertino Scholarship
for her academic achievements.
Kathleen is currently working as a carhop at
Sonic in Girard where she has been employed the past
two years.
In the fall Kathleen plans to attend PSU to seek
a degree in the medical field, although she is undecided
about what specific area she will pursue.
In commenting about her high school years,
Kathleen said, “ The thing I’m going to miss most about
high school is all the friends I’ve made over the years.”
Lisa Michelle Hammerbacher
Lisa, the daughter of Larry and Roana
Hammerbacher, resides in Girard with her parents and
older sister Mary. Her oldest sister Jenny Harris lives
in Erie, and her brother Mark is in the Marine Corps in
Washington, D.C. Lisa attended Girard schools for her
education.
During high school Lisa participated in
Reflections, One- Act Competition, CNC Science Fair, Jr.
Play, and qualified for state festival in Forensics. She was
also a member of SADD and Kayettes.
Honors she received included being selected to
Who’s Who and as a Renaissance cardholder in addition
to placing on the Honor Roll each nine-week period.
Lisa plans to attend PSU after graduation where
she plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in accounting
and computer programming. She currently works at
American Family Insurance in Girard and plans to
become a certified sales representative after graduation
under Patricia A. Anderson.
experience, Lisa said, “I’m glad it’s finally over. High
school won’t be missed.”
Cordell Aaron Harley
Cordell, son of Maurice and Terri Harley, lives
in Girard with his parents and younger brother Seth.
His older sister Melisa lives in Pittsburg. Cordell is a
third generation Girard resident and attended Girard
schools.
During high school Cordell was a member of
SADD, Science Club, and Foreign Language Club and
participated in Band. He was elected to Student Council
four years and was president of Student Council his senior
year. He lettered as a trainer for football and basketball
for four years, serving as head trainer for two. He also
lettered in forensics one year, debate three years, and
track three years, one for running and two for keeping
statistics.
Cordell was sponsored four times by USD 248 to
attend Greenbush training camp and was sponsored by
the Booster Club to attend Cramer Training Workshop.
He is a çUnited States Achievement Academy National
Award Winner as a football trainer.
One of 12 from his class to receive the Academic
Letter, Cordell attendedAmerican Legion Boys State and
was elected to Boys State Senate. He was a consistent
Honor Roll student and Renaissance cardholder, was
selected as October’s Student of the Month, and was a
NHS member his senior year.
Cordell has received a freshman scholarship to
PSU, quizzed out of English Comp 101, and was accepted
into the Presidential Emerging Leaders Program. He was
sponsored by Farm Bureau to attend LeadershipAmerica
‘95 and attended Carpe Diem Leadership Seminar
through Student Council. In addition, Cordell went to
four-man regional debate and two-man state debate.
He recently started a Star Trek The Next
Generation Customizable Card Game collection and is
an avid Star Trek fan. He enjoys reading and working
with Macintosh computers. One of his favorite activities
is hiking around the new Bone Creek Reservoir with his
dad and brother. He also recently developed an interest
in riding horses and rollerblading.
Cordell attends Covenant Harvest Church in
Pittsburg where he is a member of the youth group, the
ushers and greeters team, and the mowing team. He also
is president of Lucky Liberty 4H Club. He worked the
past two summers with Vinardi Heating and Cooling
and also mows lawns.
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seek a business degree with a major in management and
marketing. He may minor in political science with an
emphasis in pre-law.
When asked to comment about graduation,
Cordell responded, “ You roll with the punches. Life is
always changing, and you have got to change with it or
get left behind.”
Jill Marie Hixon
Jill is the daughter of Fred and Susan Hixon of
rural Girard. Her sister Jennifer attends Southwest Baptist
University in Bolivar, Missouri. Jill attended Girard
schools for her education.
While in high school Jill was a member of FHA,
Kayettes, SADD, Science Club, and Spanish Club. She
also participated in the CNC Science Fair, Math Relays,
Scholars Bowl, Physics Frolics, and Chemistry Capers and
also participated in the COX Medical Explorers program
in Springfield, MO.
Honors Jill received included being selected
to NHS, Who’s Who, and as a Renaissance cardholder.
She was also on the A-B Honor Roll throughout high
school.
Outside of school Jill is a member of the Mt. Olive
Baptist Church where she is involved in the youth group
and plays the piano. She also enjoys working outdoors,
spending time with friends, and reading.
After graduation Jill plans to attend Southwest
Baptist University where she will major in business and
minor in accounting.
When asked to comment on high school, Jill said,
“The learning opportunities that I have taken advantage
of will be very beneficial to furthering my education.”
Jennifer Nicole Irish
Jennifer, daughter of Gail Aìshworth, resides in
Girard with her mother and younger brother Casey. Her
older brother Dustin Johnson also resides in Girard with
his wife Christy and sons Brayden and Dylan. Jennifer
During high school Jenny was a member of
Kayettes, Foreign Language Club, and Science Club and
was a SADD representative. She participated in volleyball,
golf, track, and cross country and also attended the CNC
Science Fair in Galena her sophomore and junior years
and Physics Frolics at PSU her senior year.
Jenny was a GHS twirler and was team captain
the last three years in addition to being a member of
Band. Throughout high school she remained an Honor
Roll student and a Renaissance cardholder.
Currently, Jenny is employed part-time at
Chicken Annie’s Girard as a waitress where she will
continue to work through the summer.
Jenny plans to continue her education next year
at Ft. Scott Community College from which she has
received a twirling scholarship.After attending FSCC, she
plans to attend a four- year university to earn a degree in
elementary education.
Tricia Diane Bro Jiles
Tricia resides in Scammon with her husband John
Jiles and son Tyler. She was married Jan. 3, 1998, and is
the daughter of David and Rhonda Bro of Girard.
Tricia has three younger sisters and a brother
who live with her parents. Her older sister Kim lives in
Pittsburg with her husband and their son. Tricia attended
Pittsburg schools and transferred to Girard her freshman
year.
During high school Tricia was a member of the
FHA, Kayettes, Library Club, and Science Club. She also
participated in Band and Dance-Flag Team and was a
Renaissance cardholder.
In her spare time Tricia enjoys dancing,
camping, hiking, swimming, and spending time with her
friIends.
Sheisundecidedaboutherimmediateeducational
plans.
Commenting on high school, Tricia said, “It seems
my school years have passed too fast for me, but now I’m
glad it’s over. I can finally relax a little, but I will miss
everyone.”
Jennifer Marie Johnson
Jenny, daughter of Ginger Johnson of Girard and
Steve Johnson of Joplin, attended Girard schools for her
education. She resides in rural Girard with her mother.
Her older brother Jeff lives in Joplin.
During high school Jenny was a member of
SADD, Science Club, and Foreign Language Club. She
was also Director of National Services and Director of
Music for Kayettes, was a member of the Trojan Tribune
Staff, and was involved in Concert, Marching, and Pep
Band.
Jenny participated in softball and golf while in
high school and also took part in the CNC Science Fair,
the Jr. Play, Chemistry Capers, and Physics Frolics. She
lettered two years in Scholars Bowl and qualified to
compete in state KSPA competition in journalism.
Honors Jenny received included an Academic
Letter and being a four-year Renaissance cardholder. She
was also selected for NHS, Who’s Who, and was on the
High Honor Roll.
Jenny is a member of the Girard Bible Church
and youth group. She has participated in mission trips
to Arlington, TX, and Matamoros, Mexico, and plans
another mission trip to North Dakota this summer.
She is currently employed at Crocker’s Family
Super.
Jenny was awarded a Provost Scholarship to
Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, MO, and hopes
to eventually become a registered nurse.
Whenaskedtocomment,Jennystated,“Although
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ready to move on.”
Amy Lynn Jones
Amy, daughter of Kim Geier, resides in Girard.
Amy has two younger brothers, Matt Jones and Trenton
Geier, and one younger sister, Melissa Geier. She attended
Girard schools for her education.
During high schoolAmy was a member of SADD
and Kayettes. Activities she participated in included
Forensics, One-Act Competition, Jr. Play, Dance-Flag
Team, and Video Yearbook. She was also a Renaissance
cardholder.
Amy plans to attend Ft. Scott Community College
Cosmetology School in the fall.
Ida Louise Kaemmerling
Ida, daughter of George and Linda Kaemmerling,
resides in Girard. She attended Walnut Grade School K-1
and Girard schools for the remainder of her education.
Throughout high school Ida was a member of
FHA, Kayettes, SADD, secretary-treasurer for Science
Club, and a junior editor, co-editor, and photographer for
Yearbook. She also lettered in sof∆tball, was a freshman
basketball scorekeeper, and was Jr. Class secretary.
Ida also competed in the CNC Science Fair and
KSPA Regional Competition, helped with the Girard
Strength Meet, and was assistant coordinator of the Jr.
Play.
Honors and awards Ida received included being
named a KU Honor Student, NHS member, Phi Kappa
Phi Honoree, Student of the Month, and a Renaissance
cardholder.
Ida’s hobbies and special interests include
collecting bells, attending ball games, and spending time
with friends.
After graduation she plans to attend PSU to earn
a bachelor’s degree in business.
“Handing out presents, cards, and candy, such as
Cadbury eggs, were always memorable experiences. I will
always remember the fun times I had while supporting
my friends at GHS sporting events,” Ida said.
Amanda Lynn Kennedy
Mandy, daughter of Tom and Chris Kennedy,
resides in Girard with her parents, her older sister Jenny,
and her younger sister Samantha, who is currently an
eighth grader at Girard Middle School.
After attending Walnut Grade School for
kindergarten, Mandy attended Hepler Grade School
for first grade and finished her education in Girard
schools.
During high school Mandy was a member of
Kayettes and SADD. She participated in Reflections,
Marching Band, Pep Band, Concert Band, and was a
small ensemble performer. She also participated in CNC
Science Fair, Jr. Play, and Physics Frolics.
Honors Mandy received included being selected
as a member of NHS her senior year and into Who’s Who
her junior year. She was also a Renaissance cardholder
and was on the Honor Roll numerous times.
In her spare time Mandy enjoys swimming,
reading, spending time with family, hanging out with
friends, and singing. She attends Girard Bible Church
and is a member of Girard Bible Church Youth Group.
After graduation Mandy plans to pursue a degree
in the medical field at Grace University in Omaha, NE.
experience, Mandy said, “These past four years have been
great, but it’s time to move on.”
Jimmie Joe Kichler
Jimmie, the son of Arnold and Shirley Kichler,
resides in Girard with his parents. His four younger
brothers and sisters and seven older brothers and sisters
all live in Girard also.
Jimmie attended Girard schools.During high
school Jimmie was a member of FFA and worked in the
Building Trades program. He also participated in welding
contests and was on the FFA Judging team.
His hobbies include working on his truck,
welding, going to church, and just having fun. After high
school Jimmie plans to farm.
Quinton Thomas Kramer
Quinton, son of John and Debra Kramer of rural
Girard, resides with his parents, brother Benjamin, and
sister Kristen.
Quinton attended elementary school in Ft.
Sewest, Georgia, and middle school and ninth grade in
Hinseville*, Georgia. He attended GHS for the rest of his
high school career.
During high school Quinton participated in
Forensics, football, and track. He also competed in the
Trojan Lift-a-Thon, received a Renaissance card, and was
awarded the Georgia Power Award in ninth grade.
Quinton is currently employed at Pizza Hut.
After graduation he plans to attend Wichita State
University to major in aerospace engineering and minor
in aerospace mechanics.
When asked to comment, Quinton stated, “High
school was a strange adventure in my life, but over the
four years have learned that it was important.”
Jason Matthew Krenzel
Jason, son of Patty and Jim Sorden of Girard and
Steve and Rosa Krenzel of Leoti, KS, resides in Girard.
He has two sisters, Abby Krenzel and Cassy Sorden.
Jason attended Kansas and Mi+ssouri schools
before coming to Girard in the sixth grade. He continued
his education at USD 248 until his junior year when he
moved to live with his father. He attended Wichita County
High School for a year, returning to Girard for his senior
year. While in high school Jason participated in FFA,
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in football, cross country, track, and the annual Trojan
Lift-A- Thon.
Jason plans to attend college in the spring
semester after he completes boot camp and AIT training
for the Army National Guard.
When asked to comment on his education,
Jason said, “I’m just now starting to get the hang of high
school.”
Joseph DeWayne Landreth
Joe, the son of DeWayne Landreth of Girard,
resides in Girard. Joe attended Crestview Elementary
School in Mission, KS, for kindergarten through sixth
grades and Antioch Jr. High in Overland Park during
seventh and eighth grades. He received his high school
education at GHS.
During his high school career Joe was a trainer
for basketball and football and his senior year was Trojan
mascot. He also competed in football, the CNC Science
Fair, the Trojan Lift-a-Thon, and Math Relays.
In his free time he likes to race remote control
cars.
Currently, Joe’s plans after high school are
undecided. Commenting on graduation, he said, “Good
luck to the Class of ‘98!”
Richard Bud Lane
Richard, son of Jim and Anna Lane, resides in
Walnut with his parents and younger sister Annamarie.
Richard attended schools in Clovis, CA, until eighth
grade when he moved to Girard where he finished his
education.
During high school Richard was a member of
FFA, Foreign Language Club, SADD, and Science Club.
He also participated in weight lifting, football, track, Math
Relays, the Trojan Lift-a-Thon, Physics Frolics, Chemistry
Capers, and was the first Trojan mascot.
Honors Richard received during high school
included being selected for Cadet Law Enforcement
Academy and All-CNC Honorable Mention at offensive
tackle. He also placed third overall at the state weight
lifting championships.
Richard currently works at Sonic Drive-In as a
cook. He plans to attend Coe College in Cedar Rapids, IA,
where he will major in mathematics and pursue a degree
in secondary education.
Micah Reneé Leighty
Micah, daughter of Marilyn Leighty, lives in
Girard with her mother and younger brother Dustin.
Micah attended Girard schools for her education.
DuringhighschoolMicahparticipatedinKayettes
and SADD. She also was a Renaissance cardholder and a
basketball homecoming queen candidate.
After graduation Micah plans to attend college
but is undecided regarding a major. When asked to
comment on her high school years, Micah said, “High
school was fun, but I am ready to move on.”
Richard Lopez II
Richard, son of Claudia Sims and Richard Lopez,
resides with his mother and younger sister Valerie
in Girard. Richard attended Holton, Hiawatha, and
Haderlein elementary schools and finished his education
at Girard schools.
During high school Richard was a member of
SADD and a participant in Building Trades.
Activities he participated in included CNC
Science Fair, the Trojùan Lift-A-Thon, basketball, football,
baseball, and track where he lettered in each sport.
Honors he received included being chosen for
Who’s Who and as a queen candidate escort. He was also
named All-CNC Punter and All- Area Punter in 1997.
Richard enjoys rollerblading, swimming, playing
softball, sightseeing, camping, eating, and dancing in his
spare time.
After graduation Richard plans to attend FSCC
where he has received a football scholarship.
When asked to comment on his high school years,
Richard said, “It went too fast, and if I had another chance,
I would work harder in every aspect of my classes and
activities.”
Falisha Dawn Lowe
Falisha, along with her younger brother Jessy,
resides with her father Dale and stepmother Carolyn in
Walnut. Crickit, her older sister, resides with her husband
Ben Mazur and her daughter Nicole in Joplin. Her
stepsister Karen resides in Hutchinson with her husband
Ke´aton Kelso while her other stepsister Robyn lives in
Frontenac with her son Trace.
During her elementary years, Falisha attended
Haderlein Elementary from K-3 and then moved to Moran
to finish her elementary education. She then returned to
Girard where she finished schooling.
Extracurricular activities she was involved in
during high school included Kayettes, SADD, Concert
Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, Dance-Flag Team, One-
Act Competition, and Forensics, where she was a state
qualifier all four years and placed third in serious solo
acting her senior year.
She was also involved in the CNC Science Fair,
CNC Art Fair, Physics Frolics, and Jr. Play and was a
Renaissance cardholder each quarter.
Falisha has been employed at Girard Pizza Hut
for almost two years and will become a full-time student
at PSU in the fall, working toward a bachelor’s degree
in elementary education. She plans to minor in special
education and drama.
James Ray Lowman, Jr.
James, the son of Jim and Deana Lowman, resides
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Aaron. His sister Kim Lowman lives in Pittsburg. James
attended Girard schools for his education.
During high school he participated in FFAand FHA/
HERO.
In his spare time James enjoys playing basketball and
fishing. He has worked at ETC and will begin construction
work this summer.
When asked to comment on graduation, James said,
“I liked attending Girard High School, but I am ready to
graduate. I wish everyone good luck in the future.”
Tasha Dawn Mitchell
Tasha, daughter of Sandra Mitchell of Girard and
Bill Clothier of Arma, resides in Girard with her mother
and brother Jason.
Tasha attended Girard schools through middle
school, transferred to Southeast for her freshman and
sophomore years, and returned to Girard to complete
her education.
During high school Tasha was involved in
basketball and softball at Southeast. She was also
a member of Kayettes and FHA all four years and
participated in the CNC Art Fair, where she received a
third place ribbon for realistic sculpture. In her spare time
Tasha enjoys camping, fishing, and spending time with
family and friends.
Following graduation she plans to attend college.
When asked to comment about high school, Tasha said,
“I wish that I wouldn’t have wished for high school to
go by so fast, because my wish came true.”
Jesse Michael Niederklein
Jesse, the son of Roy and Dorene Niederklein,
resides in rural Girard with his parents and brothers
Ryan and Nathan. He attended Girard schools for his
education.
While in high school Jesse was involved in FFA,
Foreign Language Club, SADD, and Science Club and
participated in football, basketball, baseball, Physics
Frolics, the CNC Science Fair, and the Trojan Lift-a-Thon.
Jesse also was a Renaissance cardholder, a homecoming
queen escort, and Senior Class vice president.
Honors he received included being named a
member of NHS, a KU Honor Student, and a 1998 Kansas
State Scholar. Jesse also received an Academic Letter,
was honored by Phi Kappa Phi as a PSU Dean’s Scholar
Recipient, and was selected by his classmates to speak at
graduation.
Other honors Jesse received included being
named 1st Team All-League, 3rd Team All-Area, and All-
State Honorable Mention ‘tight end and All-League and
All-State Honorable Mention outside linebacker. He was
also one of eleven players across the state of Kansas to be
named to the Sunflower Chapter for scholar athletes.
In basketball, Jesse receivedAll-League 1st Team
honors for two years, All-Area 3rd Team and Honorable
Mention, and All- State Honorable Mention for two
years. He also received All-League Honorable Mention
in baseball his sophomore and junior years.
Jesse is employed at Sonic Drive-In in Girard.
In his spare time he enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing
golf.
After graduation Jesse plans to attend PSU as
a member ofthe Honors College where he will major in
biology with an emphasis in premedicine.
Jana Marie Noble
Jana, daughter of Steve and Cindy Noble of
Oswego, resides in Girard. She has one brother and
sister.
Jana attended Chanute schools kindergarten
through seventh grade, attended Girard from eighth
to the middle of tenth grade, and transferred to Thayer
where she completed tenth and eleventh grades. She then
returned to Girard to complete her education.
While at GHS Jana participated inArt Club, FHA,
Kayettes, SADD, and Forensics. She was class president
her sophomore year, was on the Dance-Flag Team, was
a Renaissance cardholder, and was on the Honor Roll.
At Thayer she was a member of Science Club,
the International Thespian Society, and was class vice
president her junior year. She was also on the Yearbook
and Newspaper Staffs, was involved in Scholars Bowl,
Mixed Vocal, Marching and Pep Bands, and was an
ensemble and solo performer.
In addition, she participated in basketball and
track, was nominated for football and basketball queen
candidate her sophomore and junior years, was selected to
Who’s Who, and earned a State Forensics championship
in 1997.
Jana plans to attend Pittsburg Cosmetology
School this fall. When asked to comment, she said, “’A
man once said ‘Life is like a box of chocolates; you never
know what your gonna get.’I say, ‘Eat that nasty orange
one when you get it, but then look forward to that oohey,
gooey caramel!”’
Sarah Lynn Norris
Sarah, daughter of Peggy Norris and Chris
Norris, resides with her mother and older brother Craig in
Girard. She attended Girard schools for her education.
During high school Sarah participated in
cheerleading and was cocaptain her junior year. She was
a member of Kayettes, SADD, and Spanish Club and
was involved in Marching and Concert Band. She also
participated in Jr. Play and the CNC Science Fair.
Honors Sarah received included being selected
as a Girls State Delegate, a member of NHS, and a
Renaissance cardholder. She also lettered three years
in cheerleading and was on the Honor Roll numerous
times.
Sarah has received the Non-Resident ServiceArea
Scholarship at Missouri Southern State College. After
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certification in radiological technology.
When asked to comment on graduation, Sarah
said, “I’m ready to graduate and move on to MSSC, but
I will miss the memories and good times shared with my
friends at GHS!”
Donald Joseph Oplotnik
Donnie, son of Frank and Sandra Oplotnik,
resides west of Girard with his parents and attended
Girard schools for his education. He has one brother,
Ronald, and one sister, Barbara Winter.
During high school Donnie was a member of
FFA and SADD and participated in the Building Trades
program. He also played varsity football, participated
in the Trojan Lift-A-Thon, and was a Renaissance
cardholder.
In his spare time Donnie enjoys watching
movies. After high school he will continue farming and
construction work in Girard.
When asked to comment on his high school
experience, Donnie simply stated, “It went very fast!”
Holly Jean Page
Holly, daughter of Randy and Debbie Page,
resides in Girard with her parents and older sister Wendy.
She attended Girard schools for her education.
During high school Holly participated in Art
Club, Kayettes, SADD, Science Club, Foreign Language
Club, and the CNC Art and Science Fairs. Her activities
included cheerleading, Reflections, track, and golf.
Holly received the honor of being chosen as a
basketball homecoming queen candidate her senior year
and was a Renaissance cardholder.
Currently, Holly is employed at the YMCA in
Pittsburg and plans to continue working there while she
attends PSU, where she will pursue a degree in fashion
design.
Elizabeth Lynn Peak
Lynn is the daughter of Mark and Trish Peak.
She resides with her parents and sister Jessica in Girard.
Lynn attended Girard schools for her education.
Organizations Lynn participated in included
SADD, Kayettes, Science Club, and Foreign Language
Club. Lynn was also on the Trojan Tribune Staff. She
was treasurer of her class for four years and SADD
her junior and senior Xyears; a chairman on the World
and Community Service Committees for Kayettes her
junior and senior years; and a SADD representative her
sophomore year.
Lynn participated in and lettered in volleyball,
basketball, and softball and was involved in CNC Science
Fair, Jr. Play, and KSPARegional Competition, qualifying
for state competition.
Honors Lynn received in high school included
being a two- year member and treasurer of NHS, a four-
year Renaissance cardholder, and Student of the Month.
She was also selected to Who’s Who, nominated as a
footballhomecomingqueencandidatehersenioryear,and
selected by her classmates to speak at commencement.
Lynn was selected to the CNC first team in
softball her junior year, and was a team cocaptain in
basketball during her junior and senior years.
Academic awards Lynn received included
selection to the Burlington All-Academic team for
three years and the Honor Roll for four years. She has
also received the PSU Academic Achievement Award
scholarship.
Outside of school Lynn was a member of St.
Michael’s CYO. She held the offices of communications
chairperson her freshman and sophomore years, vice
president her junior year, and president her senior year.
Lynn was also a CYO regional representative for Region
I during her sophomore and junior years.
Following graduation Lynn plans to attend PSU
to major in nursing and minor in business administration.
She is currently a reporter for the Girard Press and also
works at Prairie Flowers. In the fall Lynn will work in the
physical education department at PSU.
experience, Lynn said, “High school has been a time
of growing up, maintaining meaningful friendships,
and getting ready for the next stage in life. While the
experience was real, I am ready for a new challenge.”
Tracy Rae Phipps
Tracy, daughter of Patricia Burleson and Benne
Phipps, resides in Pittsburg with her mom. She has two
stepbrothers, Zac and Garrett, who reside in Carthage,
MO.
Tracy attended elementary and middle school in
Pittsburg and then transferred to Girard for high school.
At GHS, Tracy was a member of SADD, Kayettes, FFA,
and Art Club. She also participated in Forensics and was
a Renaissance cardholder.
In her spare time Tracy likes to swim, shop, and
spend time with her friends.
After graduation she plans to attend Franklin
Technology Center in Joplin to earn a two-year degree
in sign language. Commenting on her high school
experience, Tracy stated, “I will miss my friends and
remember our fun times together. However, I’m ready
to move on and see what the future brings.”
Julie Dianne Pontious
Julie, daughter of Gene and Sandy Pontious,
resides with her parents and two younger sisters Janice
and Jessica in Girard. Julie attended Girard schools for
her education.
During high school Julie was a member of FHA,
Library Club, SADD, Science Club, and Foreign Language
Club. She also worked as a Yearbook Staff member for
two years and participated in Math Relays, the CNC Art
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Honors she received included being selected as
a Renaissance cardholder and placing in the top ten at
the 1998 KSPA Regional Contest. In her spare time she
enjoys being with family and friends and browsing the
Internet.
After graduation Julie will attend Ft. Scott
Community College and PSU to earn a degree in graphic
arts technology.
When asked to comment on graduation, Julie
said, “Graduation is the conclusion of fourteen years
of making and being with many friends and numerous
teachers. I will truly miss all of the friends I have made
along the way. Yet, it is just the beginning of the rest of
my life.”
Jeremy Eugene Pride
Jeremy, son of Tom and Barbara Pride of Girard,
resides in Girard with his parents.
His siblings include his older brothers Judd, of
Girard; Tim, of Hutchinson; and Tony, of Pittsburg. Jeremy
also has one sister, Michelle Madl, who resides in St. Paul.
Jeremy attended Girard schools for his education.
During high school Jeremy was involved in
Building Trades, participated in football and golf, and
competed in the Girard strength meet. In his spare time
he enjoys working on cars.
Jeremy plans to work for C & K construction this
summer and attend Southeast Kansas Technical School
in Columbus in the fall to become an automotive service
technician.
About high school, Jeremy said, “High school
went by too fast, but I finally got it done.”
Jolene Marie Roberts
Jolene, daughter of Linda and Larry Sartin and
Joey and Lisa Roberts, attended Girard schools for her
education. She resides in Girard with her mother and
stepfather, her sister Jessica Roberts, and her brother
William Sartin. Another sister, Megan Roberts, lives in
Girard.
During high school Jolene participated in FFA
and was selected as a Renaissance cardholder.
She enjoys horseback riding, attending rodeos,
and being a member of Saddle Dusters Drill Team.
Jolene is currently employed by Mesa Animal
Hospital in rural Girard. She is unsure of her plans after
graduation.
When asked to comment on high school, Jolene
said, “The last four years have been a lot of fun, but I’m
looking forward to the future.”
Mandy Jo Russell
Mandy, daughter of Randy and Paula Russell,
resides with her parents and brother Chad in Girard.
Her sister, Kim Hardesty, lives inArma. Mandy attended
Girard schools for her education.
Activities Mandy participated in throughout high
school included FHA, Kayettes, and SADD. She enjoys
music and watching sport activities.
After graduation Mandy will be employed in
Pittsburg.
Christi Lynn Sands
Christi, daughter of Joe and Marsha Sands,
resides in Girard with her parents. She has a brother
Scott, a stepbrother Bobby, and a stepsister Marla. Christi
During high school Christi was a member of Art
Club, Kayettes, and Science Club. She was also secretary
of SADD and Jr. Class vice president and participated in
the CNC Science Fair, Jr. Play, Band, softball, and track
in addition to being a cheerleader.
Her honors included being selected as a member
of NHS, as 1997 Football Homecoming Queen, to Who’s
Who, and as a Renaissance cardholder. Christi also
cheered at the Kansas Shrine Bowl.
Christi is currently employed at Sonic. Following
graduation she plans to attend PSU.
Rachel Dawn Shanholtzer
Rachel, daughter of Gary and Becky Shanholtzer,
resides in rural McCune with her parents, her younger
sister Beth, and her younger brothers David andAbe. She
Kayettes, FFA, and FHA, where she served as vice
president and president. She was a basketball manager
her junior and senior years and participated in Math
Relays. Rachel was also a Renaissance cardholder
numerous times.
Outside of school Rachel participated in
Crawford County Junior Leaders and in 4-H, serving as
vice president of the 4-H Council. In her spare time she
enjoys reading.
After graduation Rachel plans to attend
Labette Community College and then PSU, majoring in
engineering technology.
Kristina Dawn Siebert
Kris, daughter of Debbie Siebert of Frontenac
and Jeff Siebert of Girard, resides with her mother, her
two sisters Jene and Amber, and her son Vincent in
Frontenac.
Kris attended Girard schools for her education.
During high school Kris was a member of
Kayettes, SADD, Science Club, and Spanish Club. She was
also a Renaissance cardholder, participated in and was
a twirler for GHS Band, and participated in basketball,
cross country, and track.
She also competed in the CNC Science Fair twice
and won first place in her category both times.
Kris plans to attend PSU where she will major in
biology.
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Erin, the daughter of Kirk and Mary Beth Smith,
resides in Girard with her parents. Her sister lives in
California, where she attends The Masters College.
Erin attended Haderlein for her first three years of
elementary school and then was home schooled by her
mother for her fourth through ninth grade years. She
attended College Heights Christian School in Joplin for
her sophomore year of high school and then Girard for
her last two years of high school.
Her activities during high school included being
a member of Kayettes, SADD, and Science Club. Erin was
a member of the Journalism Staff and the Yearbook Staff,
lettered in soccer her sophomore year, and participated
in the CNC Art Fair and Jr. Play.
Honors Erin received included being selected as a
member of NHS, a Renaissance cardholder, and to Who’s
Who. Her hobbies include photography and soccer.
After high school Erin plans to attend Taurenhof, a one-
year school in Schladming, Austria, to earn a one-year
Bible degree and then attend The Masters College in
Santa Clarita, CA, to earn a bachelor’s degree, majoring
in youth ministry and minoring in photography.
RoAnna Gean Snell
Ro is the daughter of Rex and Brenda Kness of
Girard and Ronald Snell of Ft. Smith, AR. She has three
sisters, Ginny, Genene, and Katie, and three brothers,
Casey, Robert, and Travis. Ro attended Girard schools
for her education.
During high school Ro was a member of Science
Club, Band, and was also the first female in the Building
Trades program. She participated in softball, basketball,
and the CNC Science Fair and was a Renaissance
cardholder.
In her spare time Ro enjoys helping her father
do construction work. She is a member of Mount Olive
Baptist Church.
RoiscurrentlyemployedbySutherland’sLumber
Company of Frontenac.
Following graduation she plans to attend a four-
year college to major in criminal justice.
Courtney Sue Spencer
Courtney, daughter of Clayton and Gloria
Spencer, resides in Mulberry with her parents. Her older
brother Craig lives in Liberal, MO, with his wife Kim.
After completing kindergarten through seventh
grades atArma schools, Courtney finished her education
at Girard schools.
While in high school Courtney was a cheerleader
and a member of FHA, Kayettes, SADD, Foreign
Language Club, and Yearbook Staff. She also participated
in the Jr. Play and KSPA Regional Competition and was
a Renaissance cardholder.
In her spare time she likes to shop, swim, and
spend time with her family and friends.
After graduation Courtney plans to attend
Pittsburg School of Beauty to pursue a degree in
cosmetology.
experience,Courtney said, “The years I spent at Girard
will never be forgotten, but I am ready to move on and
experience what is offered beyond high school.”
Christina Louise Stark
Christi, daughter of Tony and Susan Stark,
resides in Girard with her parents, younger sister Sarah,
and younger brother Nathan. Christi attended school in
Girard through third grade and then moved to Lamar,
CO, and Gardner, KS, before returning to Girard in fifth
grade to complete her education.
During high school Christi was involved in
FHA, was on the Kayette board of directors, was a SADD
representative, and was Science Club vice president.
Christi was also an athletic trainer for volleyball
and softball and participated in CNC Science Fair and Jr.
Play.
Girls State Delegate, being selected for Who’s Who, and
being honored as a Renaissance cardholder.
Outside of school Christi is involved in the Girard
Bible Church ytouth group.
Following graduation she plans to attend Grace
University in Omaha, NE, where she will major in
elementary education.
Angela Verlee Stolte
Angela, the daughter of Larry and Cheryl Stolte,
resides with her parents in rural Girard. Her older brother
Adam resides on the naval base in Pensacola, FL, and
her younger sister Meggan resides in Girard with her
parents.
Angela attended kindergarten in Lexington,
MO; grades 1-4 in Gardner, KS; and transferred to Girard
where she completed her education.
During high school Angela was a member of
Kayettes, Foreign Language Club, SADD, Science Club,
and was a Student Council representative. She also
participated in Math Relays, Chemistry Capers, Debate,
Forensics, One-Act Competition, Mock Trial, and was
a state qualifier in Forensics. In addition, Angela was
a member of Reflections, Concert Band, and Marching
Band‘.
Angela served as a GHS varsity cheerleader for
four years and was selected to be a Universal Cheerleaders
Association All-Star Cheerleader.
Honors she received included being selected to
Who’s Who and as a Renaissance cardholder. She also
received an Academic Achievement Award Scholarship
from PSU.
After graduation Angela plans to attend PSU
where she will major in political science and minor in
history and Spanish. She hopes to continue her education
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Angela also is engaged to Shawn Craig, who she
plans to marry Jan. 2, 1999.
Aaron James Storey
Aaron, son of Tom and Norma Storey, resides
with his parents and sister Stacey in rural Girard.
Aaron attended Girard schools for his
education.
His hobbies include racing motorcycles and
rebuilding classic trucks. After graduation Aaron plans
to work at Storey’s Auto Body in Girard.
Steven Andrew Taylor
Steven, son of Steve and Joyce Taylor, resides in
Girard with his parents and younger sister Jill. Steven
attended Girard schools. During high
school Steven was a member of FFA, Foreign Language
Club, SADD, and Science Club. He also participated in
One-Act Competition, Concert Band, Marching Band,
Pep Band, and Jazz Ensemble and was a small ensemble
and solo performer at the regional and state level.
Steven was a member of the football, basketball,
baseball, and track teams. He also took part in the CNC
Science Fair, Math Relays, Jr. Play, Trojan Lift-a- Thon,
Physics Frolics, Chemistry Capers, and FFAmeat judging.
Steven also served as Senior Class and Freshman Class
president.
Steven’s honors included being a member and
president of NHS; being selected as a team captain,
homecoming queen escort, CNC first team linebacker, and
All-Area Honorable Mention linebacker; being selected
for District Honor Band and Four- State Honor Band; and
being named a delegate to Lions State Band.
Steven was a National Merit Finalist, a 1998
Kansas State Scholar, and was selected for the Joplin
Globe All-Area Team. He also received an Academic
Letter and was a Renaissance cardholder.
Steven is currently employed at Sonic. In his spare
time he enjoys playing drums in local bands.
After graduation he plans to attend KSU where
he will major in engineering and minor in pre-law. He
has been awarded the presidential scholarship and has
been accepted into the engineering honors program.
Robert Stanley Thomas
Robert, the son of Stanley and Theresa Thomas,
resides with his parents in Girard. His oldest sister Tami
resides in Pittsburg, his middle sister Cindi resides
in Girard, and his sister Jodi resides in Waulterville,
GA. Robert attended Girard schools throughout his
education.
During high school Robert took part in the
Trojan Lift-a- Thon, the CNC Art Fair, and was Art Club
president. Activities he participated in included golf,
where he was a four-year letterman, and basketball,
where he was a three-year letterman and member of the
men’s 1997-98 CNC League basketball championship
team.
Honors he received included being selected as a
queen candidate escort and Renaissance cardholder and
being named to Who’s Who.
Outside of school Robert is involved in his area
CYO and recently participated in the diocesan coed
volleyball tournament and the National Catholic Youth
Convention, both in Wichita.
In his spare time Robert likes to watch TV, play
sports, draw, listen to music, and spend time with his
five, soon-to-be six, nieces and nephews.
He plans to attend PSU to major in business
administration and minor in fine arts.
In commenting on high school, Robert said,
“These are the best times of your life. After high school,
you never know where you are going to end up, but in
high school you always knew where to go and who your
friends really were.”
Susan Michelle Ulbrich
Susan, the daughter of Vernon and Marla
Ulbrich, resides with her parents and brother Brandon
in Hepler. Her older sister Angie resides in Pittsburg,
and her older brother Brad resides in Girard, both while
attending college. Susan attended Girard schools for her
education.
During high school Susan was a member of FHA,
Kayettes, SADD, Science Club, and Foreign Language
Club. Activities she participated in included volleyball,
softball, CNC Science Fair, Physics Frolics, Yearbook Staff,
and KSPA Regional Competition, where she qualified
for and participated in state competition for yearbook
photography. She was also volleyball team captain her
senior year.
Honors Susan received included being selected
as a NHS member her junior and senior years, an honor
roll student, and a Renaissance cardholder. She was also
featured in Who’s Who and selected as a Girls State
alternate.
Susan is currently employed at Sonic. Following
graduation she plans to attend Missouri Southern State
College to major in dental hygiene.
Laura LeAnn Wentz
Laura, daughter of Marvin and Cindy Wentz,
resides in Girard with her daughter Rebekah and her
parents and brother. Her sister Jennifer lives in Farlington
with her family.
Laura attended Washington Elementary School in
Atchison, KS, for two and a half years and then completed
her education at Girard schools.
During high school Laura was a member of FHA
and SADD and participated in the CNCArt Fair and Math
Relays.
In her spare time Laura enjoys reading, walking,
and being with her daughter and friends. She is currently
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After graduation Laura plans to attend Ft. Scott
Community College.
Andrea Rae Wiley
Andrea is the daughter of Becky Wiley of Girard
and Steve Wiley of Fairview, TN. She resides with her son
Taylor, mother Becky, and sister Alicia, who is currently
an eighth grader at Girard Middle School.
For her education Andrea attended Crossroads
Baptist Church for kindergarten and Cherokee schools
for first and second grades. During second grade she
moved to Girard where she attended school until her
sophomore year. She attended school in Fairview, TN,
her sophomore and junior years and returned to Girard
as a senior to finish her education.
During high school Andrea was a member
of Kayettes, SADD, and Science Club and served as
Freshman Class secretary. She also served as chaplain
of NHS, which she was a member of for two years, and
participated in track two years. In addition, Andrea
participated in CNC Science Fair, Math Relays, Physics
Frolics, and Chemistry Capers.
WhileinTennessee,sheparticipatedinFellowship
of Christian Athletes and Beta Club.
Honors Andrea received included earning
an Academic Letter, placing on the High Honor Roll,
and being a Renaissance cardholder. Outside of school
Andrea was honored as a KU Honor Student, a Kansas
Governor’s Scholar, a 1998 Kansas State Scholar, and a
National Merit Commended Student. She was also named
to the Joplin Globe’s Academic Excellence Honor Roll.
Andrea plans to attend PSU where she has
receivedaDean’sScholarshipandPresidentialScholarship
and will participate in Honors College. She plans to major
in biology with an emphasis in premedicine and minor
in chemistry.
During the summer Andrea plans to marry Brad
Shaffer, who is currently a student at PSU.
Rachel Lynn Wilkins
Rachel, the daughter of Dr. James and Sandra
Wilkins, resides in Girard with her sister Amanda
and brother Ben. Her sister Sarah lives in Texas while
attending college. Rachel attended Girard schools for her
education.
FHA, SADD, and Foreign Language Club. She was on
the National Service Committee in Kayettes and was
Science Club treasurer. She participated in Concert Band,
Marching Band, and Pep Band as well as basketball,
volleyball, and softball. Rachel also took part in the
CNC Science Fair, Math Relays, and Scholars Bowl. She;
attended PSU Physics Frolics and Chemistry Capers and
was a crew member in her Jr. Play.
Honors Rachel received included being selected
as a KU Honor Student, NHS member, Renaissance
cardholder, and Student of the Month. She was awarded
the Academic Letter and was in Who’’s Who in High
School Students. Rachel was also selected for the Kansas
Regents Honors Academy.
Scholarships Rachel received included the Phi
Kappa Phi, Dean’s, and University Scholarships from
PSU. She also has been accepted into Honors College at
PSU.
Following graduation Rachel plans to attend PSU
to major in biology with an emphasis in premedicine. She
then plans to continue her education at the University of
Kansas Medical Center.
Brooke Elizabeth Worrell
Brooke is the daughter of Jerry and Marilyn
Worrell of Farlington. She has two older brothers, Judd
and Howie. Brooke attended Girard schools.
During high school Brooke was a member of
Art Club, Kayettes, SADD, Science Club, Forensics,
Reflections,andwasasoloperformer.Shealsoparticipated
in volleyball, track, CNC Science Fair, Math Relays, and
Scholars Bowl.
She was honored as a Renaissance cardholder
and as team captain of the girls jumping team for track.
Brooke’s special interests are being a member
of the International Morab Breeders Association and
training puppies for Kansas Specialty Dog Service.
Brooke plans to attend Ft. Scott Community
College or PSU.
Corey Wayne Wright
Corey, son of Kasey and Randall Butler, resides
in Girard with his parents and younger sisters Jennifer
and Jordan.
Corey attended elementary school, middle
school, and two years of high school in Parsons. He
attended GH—S for the rest of his high school career.
During high school Corey participated in
Forensics and Art Club. He received a first place ribbon
at the CNC Art Fair.
Corey is currently employed at Pizza Hut. After
graduation he plans to attend Labette Community
College and eventually work in video production.
Jennifer Reneé Ziegler
Jennifer, daughter of Kurt and Jamie Ziegler,
resides with her parents, brother Chris, and sister Jeanna
in Girard. Jennifer attended kindergarten in Texas and
then completed her education in Girard schools.
During high school Jennifer was a member of
SADD, FHA, Science Club, and Foreign Language Club.
She served as a member, director of school services, and
Student Council representative for Kayettes and was a
member of the Yearbook Staff. She also participated in
the CNC Science Fair, placing first in the microbiology
division.
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ofÃ NHS, and a four-year Renaissance cardholder.
In her spare time Jennifer enjoys shopping and
spending time with her friends. She is a member of St.
Michael’s CYO.
Following graduation Jennifer plans to attend
Ft. Scott Community College and eventually pursue a
degree in political science.
Sally Michelle Ziegler
Sally, the daughter of Mike and LaVeta Ziegler,
resides in Girard. She has two sisters who attend college,
Elissa who resides in Pittsburg and Jenny who resides
in Manhattan. Sally attended Girard schools for her
education. During high school Sally was a member of
SADD, Foreign Language Club, and Science Club. She
served as president and as a board member of Kayettes
and as FHA district vice president of STAR events. Her
freshman year she served as class vice president, and her
sophomore year she served as class secretary. Sally also
took part in volleyball.
Activities she participated in included CNC
Science Fair, Physics Frolics, Chemistry Capers, Debate,
Forensics, One-Act Competition, Jr. Play, and Mock Trial.
In addition, she was a state qualifier in forensics and a
member of the Regional Debate Team.
Honors Sally received included being selected
as a member of NHS, as Student of the Month, and as a
Renaissance cardholder. She was awarded an Academic
Letter and was in Who’s Who. Sally was also named a
1998 Kansas State Scholar, a KU Honor Student, and a
Phi Kappa Phi Honoree.
Outside of school Sally served as CYO president,
CYO regional president, and was awarded Outstanding
Catholic Youth for 1997-98 for Region I in the Wichita
diocese.
After high school Sally plans to attend the
University of Missouri at Kansas City where she has been
accepted into the six-year combined BA/DDS program.
She plans to eventually pursue a career in the dental
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Freshman Year 94-95
CHEERLEADERS-Maria Fogliasso, Katie Giefer, Sarah Norris, Christi Sands, and Angela Stolte.
POM PON SQUAD-Lisa Edwards
TWIRLERS-Jennifer Irish and Kris Siebert
CROSS COUNTRY-Kerri Darlington, Katie Giefer, Jennifer Irish, and Kris Siebert.
FOOTBALL-Kevin Beasley, Mike Benso, Joe Boman, Nat Brackett, Darin Cizerle, Brad Clutter,
Troy Curry, Gabe Evans, Scott Franklin, Andy Freebourn, Eddie Fox, Nathan George, Jason Krenzel,
Richard Lane, Richard Lopez, Jesse Niederklein, and Steven Taylor
VOLLEYBALL-Audrey Bevins, Katie DeMoss, Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Beth Galindo,
Rachel Groner, Kathleen Hageman, Lynn Peak, Susan Ulbrich, Rachel Wilkins, and Sally Ziegler.
BOY’S BASKETBALL-Mike Benso, Joe Boman, Nat Brackett, Brad Clutter, Leon Delmez, Chris
Dent, Chris DoByns, Gabe Evans, Scott Franklin, Andy Freebourn, Eddie J. Fox,
Cordell Harley, Richard Lopez, Jesse Niederklein, and Steven Taylor.
GIRL’S BASKETBALL-Nancy Franklin, Rachel Groner, and Lynn Peak
BASEBALL-Joe Boman, Nat Brackett, Darin Cizerle, Brad Clutter, Gabe Evans, Scott Franklin,Andy
Freebourn, and Jesse Niederklein.
SOFTBALL-Julie Dietrele, Lisa Edwards, Maria Fogliasso, Natasha Franklin, Rachel Groner, Jenny
Johnson, Ida Kaemmerling, Lynn Peak, Christi Sands, RoAnna Snell, Christi Stark, Susan Ulbrich,
Rachel Wilkins, and Sally Ziegler.
BOY’S GOLF-Chris Dent, Jeremy Pride, and Rob Thomas.
GIRL’S GOLF-Jenny Johnson and Holly Page
BOY’S TRACK-Kevin Beasley, Mike Benso, Troy Curry, Leon Delmez, Nathan George, Eddie J.
Fox, Cordell Harley, Jason Krenzel, Richard Lane, Richard Lopez, and Steven Taylor.
GIRL’S TRACK-Kerri Darlington, Katie DeMoss, Nancy Franklin, Katie Giefer, Jennifer Irish, Kris
Siebert, Diana Teeter, Andrea Wiley, and Brooke Worrell.
CHEERLEADERS-Kerri Darlington, Maria Fogliasso, Katie Giefer, Sarah Norris, and Christi Sands

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Sophomore Year 95-96
CROSS COUNTRY-Katie DeMoss, Katie Giefer, and Kris Siebert.
FOOTBALL-Kevin Beasley, Mike Benso, Nat Brackett, Darin Cizerle, Brad Clutter, Gabe Evans, Nate
George, Eddie J. Fox, Scott Franklin, Joe Landreth, Quinton Kramer, Richard Lane, Richard Lopez,
Jesse Niederklein, Donnie Oplotnik, Jimmy Sandlin, Steven Taylor, Chris DoByns, and Cordell Harley.
VOLLEYBALL-Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Rachel Groner, Kathleen Hagemann, Jenny Irish,
Brandi Lopez, Lynn Peak, Christi Stark, Susan Ulbrich, and Rachel Wilkins.
BOY’S BASKETBALL-Nat Brackett, Brad Clutter, Gabe Evans, Richard Lopez, Jesse Niederklein,
and Rob Thomas.
GIRL’S BASKETBALL-Katie DeMoss, Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Rachel Groner, Kathleen
Hagemann, Lynn Peak, and Roanna Snell.
BASEBALL-Kevin Beasley, Brad Clutter, Gabe Evans, Scott Franklin, Rich Lopez, Jesse Niederklein,
and Steve Taylor.
SOFTBALL-Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Ida Kaemmerling, Lynn Peak, Christi Stark, and
Susan Ulbrich.
BOY’S GOLF-Nat Brackett and Rob Thomas.
GIRL’S GOLF-Jenny Johnson.
BOY’S TRACK-Mike Benso, Darin Cizerle, Leon Delmez, Chris DoByns, Eddie Fox, Nathan George,
Rich Lane, and Jimmy Sandlin.
GIRL’S TRACK-Kerri Darlington, Katie DeMoss, Katie Giefer, Jennifer Irish, Holly Page, Kris
Siebert, and Brooke Worrell.
CHEERLEADERS-Kerri Darlington, Katie Giefer, SarahNorris, Christi Sands, and Angela Stolte.
POM PON SQUAD-Audrey Bevins, Natasha Franklin, and Falisha Lowe.

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Junior Year 96-97
TWIRLERS-Jennifer Irish and Kris Siebert
CROSS COUNTRY-Kevin Beasley, Taylor Cates, Leon Delmez, Katie DeMoss, Lisa Edwards, Katie
Giefer, Jennifer Irish, and Kris Siebert.
FOOTBALL-Nat Brackett, Darin Cizerle, Brad Clutter, Chris DoByns, Gabe Evans, Eddie Fox, Scott
Franklin, Nate George, Jim Goings, Cordell Harley, Quinton Kramer, Joe Landreth, Rich Lopez, Jesse
Niederklein, Donnie Oplotnik, and Steve Taylor.
VOLLEYBALL-Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Rachel Groner, Kathleen Hagemann, Lynn Peak,
Christi Stark, Susan Ulbrich, and Brooke Worrell.
BOY’S BASKETBALL-Nat Brackett, Brad Clutter, Gabe Evans, Scott Franklin, Cordell Harley, Jesse
Niederklein, Joe Landreth, and Rich Lopez.
GIRL’S BASKETBALL-Taylor Cates, Nancy Franklin, Kathleen Hagemann, and Lynn Peak.
BASEBALL-Brad Clutter, Nat Brackett, Brad Clutter, Scott Franklin, Rich Lopez, and
Jesse Niederklein.
SOFTBALL-Lisa Edwards, Maria Fogliasso, Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Ida Kaemmerling,
Lynn Peak, Roanna Snell, and Susan Ulbrich.
BOY’S GOLF-Gabe Evans and Rob Thomas
BOY’S TRACK-Mike Benso, Darin Cizerle, Leon Delmez, Eddie Fox, Nate George, Quinton Kramer,
Rich Lane, andSteve Taylor.
GIRL’S TRACK-Taylor Cates, Katie DeMoss, Katie Giefer, Jennifer Irish, Christi Sands, and Kris
Siebert.
FOOTBALL CHEERLEADERS-Kerri Darlington, Maria Fogliasso, Katie Giefer, andAngela Stolte.
POM PON SQUAD-Natasha Franklin
TWIRLER-Jennifer Irish

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Senior Year 97-98
CROSS COUNTRY-Katie DeMoss and Katie Giefer
FOOTBALL-Mike Benso, Darin Cizerle, Brad Clutter, Leon Delmez, Gabe Evans, Eddie Fox, Scott
Franklin, Nathan George, Jim Goings, Quinton Kramer, Jason Krenzel, Rich Lane, Rich Lopez, Jesse
Niederklein, Donnie Oplotnik, and Steven Taylor.
VOLLEYBALL-Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Rachel Groner, Kathleen Hagemann, Christi
Stark, and Susan Ulbrich .
BASKETBALL CHEERLEADERS-Holly Page, Courtney Spencer, and Angela Stolte.
BOY’S BASKETBALL-Nat Brackett, Brad Clutter, Gabe Evans, Rich Lopez, Jesse Niederklein, and
Rob Thomas.
GIRL’S BASKETBALL-Taylor Cates, Nancy Franklin, Kathleen Hagemann, and Lynn Peak.
BASEBALL-Kevin Beasley, Nat Brackett, Brad Clutter, Scott Franklin, Richard Lopez, Jesse Nie-
derklein, and Steven Taylor
SOFTBALL-Nancy Franklin, Natasha Franklin, Ida Kaemmerling, Lynn Peak, and Susan Ulbrich
BOY’S GOLF-Gabe Evans and Rob Thomas
BOY’S TRACK-Mike Benso, Leon Delmez, Nathan George, Eddie Fox, Jason Krenzel, and Rich Lane.
GIRL’S TRACK-Taylor Cates, Katie DeMoss, Katie Giefer, and Brooke Worrell.

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Senior Faculty Names
Kevin “I’ve been struggling at the ballpark” Beasley
Mike “Benso from Frenso” Benso
Audrey “Feeling are important” Bevins
Nat “Toothless wonder” Brackett
Tricia “Big bad” Bro
Chuck “How does the behind look in these Wranglers?”
Burns
Taylor “Miss America” Cates
Darin “I cracked my helmet this year” Cizerle
Devon “D.C.” Clugston
Brad “Property of Sarah Yost” Clutter
Troy “I love Girard and it’s football team” Curry
Kerri “Mr. Lopeman, I need some extra credit”
Darlington
Leon “Let the big dog eat” Delmez
Katie “I swear I didn’t do anything with Jesse in San
Antonio” Demoss
Julie “Leo lover” Dieterle
Maggie “Why do all the guys I date have big heads?”
Dillion
Chris “Romeo” DoByns
Lisa “Leon, I’m your secret admirer” Edwards
Gabe “Wild thing” Evans
Heather “That red spot on my forehead is a rash” Finley
Maria “Hell’s Angel” Fogliasso
Brian “Gravity wagon” Fox
Eddie “I wish my number was 14” Fox
Nancy “I’m really going to be Mr. Caruso’s daughter-in-
law” Franklin
Natasha “Would you like to borrow one of my 70 pairs
of overalls?” Franklin
Scott “Bolin, I’m going to knock you out” Franklin
Beth “Yeah, I’m dating Trojan Man” Galindo
Nate “I’m for sure gonna get into a fight this weekend”
George
Katie “Still a good girl after all these years” Giefer
Jimmy “L.T. Dan” Goings
Archie “Does anyone want to race my Dart?” Grady
Rachel “Get me a pen and paper and I’ll make you a list”
Groner
Kathleen “It’s not a family tradition” Hagemann
Lisa “Put the guns away, we’re going to take the test”
Hammerbacher
Cordell “Even the head basketball cheerleader follows
me around” Harley
Jill “Homework is my life” Hixon
Jennifer “Consistency counts” Irish
Jenny “Saint” Johnson
Ida “I’m in a league of my own” Kaemmerling
Mandy “John F.” Kennedy
Jimmie “Would you like to meet my other 29 brothers
and sisters?” Kichler
Quinton “Rock throwin’, fence kickin’, name callin’”
Kramer
Jason “Why don’t I get it?” Krenzel
Joe “Major Dad” Landreth
Richard “Doc, I’ve got a problem” Lane
Micah “Chicken chick” Leighty
Richard “Man I wish Kelli was still in high school” Lopez
Falisha “Broadway Bound” Lowe
James “Buzz is my uncle” Lowman
Tasha “Pajama pants” Mitchell
Jesse “Katy, I really come over to see Peggy” Niederklein
Jana “Hollywood, here I come!” Noble
Sarah “Anybody for broiled fish” Norris
Donnie “Load up shooter” Oplotnik
Holly “What’s that mean?” Page
Lynn “Workin’ overtime at the shop” Peak
Tracy “Mini Stop is my home away from home” Phipps
Julie “Married to an Auctioneer” Pontious
Jeremy “Bleep you, I’m Bleepin’ going home!” Pride
Jolene “Mr. Ed” Roberts
Mandy “Coach Pierce, can I borrow a quarter?” Russell
Christi “I guess you can consider me a Spartan now”
Sands
Rachel “NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!” Shanholtzer
Kris “Is it Beavis or Beavis?” Siebert
Erin “Where’s the party this weekend?” Smith
RoAnna “Umm, I’m a girl” Snell
Courtney “Ralph didn’t send me flowers today”
Spencer
Christi “The Buckley stops here” Stark
Angela “Here comes the bride” Stolte
Aaron “We’re working on it in Rehab” Storey
Steve “Good thing Miranda’s not going to Florida”
Taylor
Rob “Too tall to handle” Thomas
Susan “Is Stars open on Sunday” Ulbrich
Laura “Look both ways before crossing” Wentz
Andrea “Brainy Smurf” Wiley
Rachel “Anything you can do, I can do better” Wilkins
Amy “Butch is my dad” Williams
Brooke “Check out my shiner” Worrell
Corey “Mr.” Wright
Jennifer “How would you like to be locked up with a
caged bear?” Ziegler
Sally “Too good to be true” Ziegler

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