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3 FP school spirit is one class act The student body had an opportunity to brought back the old tradition of having take a part in many pep sessions. Spirit Club senior skit. For boys' basketball eve11 President Lindsay Hasenour, Sara Hasenour, and class and the teachers performed a dane Mrs. Vicki Beach worked well under pressure and decorated their hallways to a them to entertain FP students. This year's seniors they were assigned.
Seniors act out a super hero scene at the pep session.
Juniors thought it best to flush the opponents ~ basketball sectional.
Brandon and Laura decorate. The fans in the stands were known as Ranger Rowdies. 4 LaJua Kl~m tr~asures the muting. LAura Klem and Mrs. Rasche assrgn jobs to various p~opl~ . Student Council : your voice in action
The Student Council kept busy and were in charge of concessions for home working on various things around school. games. Mrs. Tara Rasche was SC sponsor. Members spent time before Holiday Ball and SC officers were Renee Woebkenberg, Homecoming preparing and decorating. president, Nick Weyer, VP, Laura Begle, The SC conducted the Match-Maker survey secretary. and Laura Klem treasurer.
LaJua, Laura , and R~ne~ sing whil~ decorating.
M~mbers list~n int~ntly. Mrs. Rasche talc~s control. 5 All Stars spread the dangers of drinking
The All Stars went to the elementary schools to spread information and warnings about the effects of alcohol and drugs. They showed the effects of drugs on the mind by using the "Drunk Goggles." By informing the students they hoped to give them ways to refuse the use of drugs. The club also tried to inform the students of the problems that drugs and alcohol can cause in their lives. The group also tried to allow the children to have fun while learning about the serious issues of drug and alcohol use by Anna Briu and Step~ Schneitkr watch as an elementary school studenJ tries to letting them participate in walk a straight line with the drunk goggles on. the demonstrations.
Anna Brier helps a studenJ apemnce the effects of Stephan~ Schneitkr explains the effects of drinking before drinkinJt. aperimentin!l with the drunk !lO!l!lles.
6 Students Against Destructive Decisions host Red Ribbon Week Students participating in Students Against Destructive Decisions sponsored the Red Ribbon Week and many other informative activities. This year Students Against Destructive Decisions was headed by its president Kara Brockman and sponsored by Mrs. Emily Hauser.
Seruor Kara Brockman and Mrs. Emily Freshmen Cassandra Berg, Emily Hildenbrand, and Dana Undauer listen Hauser address t~ SADD Club Members. closely to Kara explaining t~ nat SADD Project. Peers Educating Peers teach the Jr. High about abstinence
The students who participated 1n this year's Peers Educa ttng Peers promoted the good attributes of abstinence. The members made presentations to junior high students on the importance of waiting to have sex.
Stanely Kessens and Michael l.Amkin explain Michael Lamkin talks one-on-one with an eighth grader the imoortanu of abstaininR from sa. interested in t~ Purs Educating Purs program.
7 NaHoSo members keep picking up the trash The National Honor Society completes many service projects for the school as well as the local area. Every member is required to complete a specified number of service hours in their communities before being inducted. Members can also be found cleaning the grounds around the school every Monday morning.
Nick W~r glances at the itinerary. Mrs. Christy Bartley checlcs out who Cllml! to clean.
Junior Staci Welp dots her part l7y President Niclc Weyer Senior Nicole Affart knows to dress warm picldng JqJ trash by the gym. gives his spuch. when its cold for Monday morning clean-ups.
Natalie Weyer /oolcsfor her name on the plaque.
8 Juniors Brandi Weyer and Brad Bruner keep busy while waiting to begin the session at Beta Convention. Many Betas attended the convention and several of Betas have another great year them brought home awards. The Beta club also held their annual spaghetti dinner and were pround to call it a sucess.
Jessica L. Huff dries her hands Jlll Jlopf and Lindsey 1/asenour rinse dishes at Beta officers dole out the induction the spaghetti supper. papers to new members. before helping with the food.
Ms. Leslie Shobe tells Kori Wahl how Laurel Dauby speaks at the induction tofu the salads. ceremony.
9 FCCLA sponsor Mrs. Brenda Allen smiles Officers Mtchelle Welp, Megan Welp, Kelsie Williams, and Tracy Moriarity pretty for the camera. relax on the couch. FCCLA sells spices and eats donuts During this past year. the FCCLA club did many things. They have sold spices and hosted a costume party during Halloween for the younger kids. During FCCLA week. the members had secret pals and gave another FCCLA member a special treat everyday before revealing them elves. The club also had a breakfast for the teachers with donuts. fruit. and with orange juice and chocolate milk. For lunch, the members ate pizza from Homestead with a deluxe of assortments. For a weekend in March, some FCCLA members went to a conference in Indianapolis. Makes one want to be in FCCLA doesn't it? Juniors Natalie Weyer, Brandi Weyer, Megan Rasche, and Alicia Daniel are having a blast during a meeting.
10 FFA takes a trip to West Virginia
The FFA members show off awards received at the banquet zn April
The FFA Club takes a beauriful trip white water rafting in West Virginia.
The FFA went all the way to the New River in West Virginia and went white water rafting. They also went to Louisville. Kentucky, for national Wesley Gutgse/1, Chad Luekefl Jarret Paulin, and Josh Lange receive fourth place conference. The state at the FFA soils contest. conference for FFA was held in Lafayette. A team from FP won fourth in the state soils contest. Since you have to be taking agriculture to be in FFA. junior Jarret Paulin said excitedly that during class once they watched the mating rituals of rabbits. One might believe that sounds pretty interesting Junior Joe Hop{ gives the Michelin Marshmallow Man a grecJJ, big hug. and different.
11 Academic teams use brain power
Some FP students dedicated themselves to academics outside of school hours. They were FP's academic teams: spell bowl, academic bowl, and Destination Imagination. The spell bowl team, coached by Mrs. Vicki Beach and Mr. Tom Meyer. finished third in the Blue Chip competition and second in their class at district. The team, however, missed their chance to go back to state. The academic bowl teams competed at Washington Catholic and at Vincennes in the . district competition, where all the teams received third place finishes. Mrs. Sharon Gramelspacher coached both the academic bowl teams and DI. While there was only one high school DI team at FP, the team completed a successful season at state after advancing Juniors Annette Klem and Jena Davis help each work on their spell bowl words on from regional. before their turn to spell.
Spell bowl coaches Mr. Tom Meyer and Mrs. Vicki Beach discuss the NaJhan Merkley taUs a brealcfrom studyin~ team's results at the Blue Chip co171petition. at the academic bowl COfniH!tition.
12 outside of classroom
Samantha Knits returns to her seal Freshman Steffi Mehringer taUs time ow from her busy schedule to study and be prepared for competition ua the library after a good round ofspelling.
Far left Freshmen Megan Sicard and Steffi Mehringer enjoy their fust year on the Spell Bowl team. Left- Everyone else studies, while Laura Begle smiles and takes a break.
Staci Wtlp and Jessica Huff combine to get the These junior spellers smile with their third place ribbon after nghJ answers. competing in the Blue Chip competition.
13 Recycling club helps save the environment The recycling club lived up to its name this year by participating in many activities. As always, they collected paper in recycling boxes that were placed throughout the school. They also collected aluminum cans and recycled them. An Earth Day picnic was held during the spring. Meals were sold to students in the commons for the price of four dollars.
The recycling club also These freshman girls help collect the collected cans this year. paper boxes after school.
Jwriors Kevin Knust and lena Davis Member Amanda Patton and officer Kelsie search through the paper for something. Williams show their pride for the club.
14 Key Club feeds the hungry during the morning rush
Key Club members spent their time doing service projects and other services for the local community. They held a weekly breakfast sale. Donuts. cereal bars. and drinks were sold to students on Wednesdays.
Officers are Shalynne Mundy, Laura Begle, Andrea Meyer, and Shauna Begle
Staci Welp sells donuts for Key Club Kevin Knust and Mr. Charles Bradley discuss the upcoming club on Wednesdays mornings. events in the hallways before a meeting.
Freshman Steffi Mehrmger waits for These members relax on the sofa These donuts sit and wait for someone the meeting to commence. durinR Kev Club convention. to snatch them up.
15 Journalism and graphic art students leave their mark on Forest Park What you are looking at now was made working on the monthly publication of possible by Journalism II and III students. It's The Lookout. Although Joumalism I not the only publication created by these students do not work on The Tracer they talented FP students. They also sharpen their do report very diligently for The Lookout writing, editing, and photography skills by that is printed by the graphic art students
Journalism Junior I students Brian posefora 'c--0.-- Winkler photo with ponders Mr. about a Walston on day in a dress up Journalism. day.
Journalism II studellls "walk tht duck.'' Aren't they a talented bunch? It is harder than it looks my friends.
Juniors Tori Beach and Kelly Schroering type up stories for the Loo/wut.
Junior and Journalism II student Tori Beach didn't wa1ll her picture ta/cen, but it was t(;~Un anyway. Doesn't she look Sophomores Jenny Zoglman and Shelly Brahm rmd? fold your awesome school newspaper.
16 Senior Amanda Verkamp and former FP student Jason Smith perform an origznal song in t~ Variety Show.
unior Kevin Knust and t~ awesoml! Mr. Walston swap ~ad ear at a band competition. C~ck. out Mr. W' s tie flU shirt.
17 The Marching Rangers took home the fifth place trophy from the ISSMA Class plAee fifth io --StAt D State Competition. They accomplished this with many hours of work. They placed first at the South Spencer .2) Competition and Castle Invitationals during the season. They also received awards for Best Music and Marching at South Spencer, and best at the Heritage Hills competition. The band placed in the top five in the regionals at Jeffersonville for the first time.
T~ Marching Rangers take the field in state competition. )o-
Matt Seger keeps the beat on t~ snare. The instructors inspire the band.
Senior Jessica A. Huff practices the music during warm-up at contest.
18 Senior Mikt Cummings uses his tuba as a shade for his eyts. Anna B,Ur and Stephanie Schneider compare glows.
The colorguard has the job of enhancing the music that the band palys. With their new uniforms and routine, they did this superbly. They were awarded Best Auxiliary at the castle contest.
TM colorgaurd reviews moves ~ before district.
Sophomore Audrey Kress flus Mr maAz TM tntirt band awaits tM up in tM biggest mi"or on tM bus. results at state.
TM girls smile while dressing ontM colorgaurd bus. Tosses art tM subject of tM rifles' practice before a contest.
19 Freslunan Autumn Bolte applies Juniors Kevin Knust and Amanda Venekamp portray maU-up to herself. the lead characters Tevye and Golde.
7he must see musieAl is Jilllfler on tbe ~oof
Fiddler on the Roof is a story about a poor dairyman. Tevye, portrayed by junior Kevin Knust. and his wife Golde. played by junior Amanda Venekamp. They try to marry off their five daughters with the help of a matchmaker, portrayed by senior Shalynne Mundy. During the middle of the story you have dancing Russians and a wedding. Three of the daughters end up getting married and one ends up being disowned. There is a mixture of comedy and drama in this Junior Staci Welp makes senior Alex Schneider lo(lk pretty. musical which is a must see.
20 MiU CunvrunJ(s educates Megan Sophomore Tyler Knies is the center of allention during the dance scene. Sicard and Steffi Mehringer.
Freshmen Jim Gregory and Megan Sicard practice before going on stage
Junior Brad Bruner scratches his head trying to figure llllt the music.
21 Chorus sings at the Variety Show
The chorus has kept busy thi whole year. On October 5, the chorus performed in the Variety Show hosted by the school. They ended the Variety Show with a performance of "In the Still of the igh t" that was arranged by senior Mike Cummings. During second week of January. nine members went to All-State chorus. They were Laura Begle. Jesica A Huff. Amanda Venekamp, Anna Brier. Kevin Knust. Amanda Verkamp. Hanson Hostetler. Woody Major, and Natalie W yer. At the large ~ stival contest. the large mixed chorus received a gold in their performance and in sight reading as well as the women's chorus.
Seniors Laura Begle, Jessica lluff, and Amanda Verkamp are looking over some sheet mu.~ic .
The boys' chorus is conducted by Mr Chuck Bradley.
22 Sophomore 1/anson 1/ostetler sings beautifully on stage.
Junior Amanda ~'enekamp and freshman Junior Natalie Weyer performs Vanessa Carlton's "Thousand Milc•s." Cody Whae gi'o,:e each other some chorus love.
23 ll'!Jusie Anti ~Aoeios brio9 jo!l to the holitiA!fS
Th FP Stud nt Council h ld their yearly Holiday Ball. Students showed up in sparkling dresses and dashing suits. With the music blaring, they danced the night away and had a blast.
Student Council members . pent hours creating Kurt Blunk, Brandi Weyer, and Jeff Matt /lulsman tries to dance with this winter wonderland. Anderson flaunt their stvlish shoes. Jeff Link and Cole Uebelhor.
FP girls have fun dancing to the beat. Laura 0. Laura K .. and Renee sing for the camera 24 tu-teots -teci-te it is time to elect A kina
Homecoming was made different this year by a change in procedure. The students decided they would elect a queen and a king. The honors went to seniors Kelly Foster and Jeremy Evitls.
~ Kelli Foster bestows the ne king Jeremy Evitts with a medallion.
Queen Kelli Foster and King Jeremy Evitts bask in The homecoming court poses for a group picture before the new the excitment of the night. king and queen are announced.
crown carrier and ball boy Ashley Meyer accompanies Chloe rna ters of ceremony Chole Dilger and Bailery lloffman and Bailey across the court. Matt Pund and Emma Lubbers
25 Laura Begle Kelli Foster Brandon Betz Ted Dilger <:> <:> ----~,~~~a-----
Emily Miller Laura Oser Geoff VanWinkle Nick Weyer
Renee Woebkenberg Megan Hauser Phil Weyer Chris Atkins
26 Jill Hopf Laura Klem Brent Wendholt Charles Schneider
Amanda Verkamp Jeremy Evitts
Brtttney Knies Cassie Berg Aaron Ketzner Daniel Dilger
27 eoiors eojou their lAst dAne
Ted Dilger and Laura Begle--your This group of seniors come decked out in their finest, while bringing their own 2003 prom king and queen. sense of style 10 the prom.
The 2003 prom went off without a hitch. This year's theme was a walk in the park. With trees lining the walkway, the building was transformed into a park with stone Ben Frick and Kregg Nordhofffind a surprise during the garter walkways, ceremony and can't wait to show it off complete with stone fountains. The song was "Every rose has Us thorn". Ted Dilger and Laura Begle were crowned prom king and queen, and Neil Werne and Jena Davis were named prince and princ ss.
These guys go low during the cha cha slide.
28 Jed Mullen is the center of attention.
Neil Werne and lena Davis--your 2003 prom prince and princess.
The sophomore servers wor behind the bar. Allison Beard gets a drink.
29 --Senior mAke their finAl .~CIA c2\et"' A the elA On May 24 the 126 members of the Class of 2003 completed their final assembly as members of the Forest Park High School student body. As the band played "Pomp and Circumstance," the seniors at the end of the alphabet waited impatiently for their chance to march into the gym. Class President Nick Weyer welcomed everyone to the commencement exercises. The valedictorians were Kim Hochgesang, Jessica Huff, and Emma Lubbers. Then one by one the seniors stepped forward to receive their diplomas. After turning their tassels, the Forest Park graduates marched out of the gym into the light of a new day.
The class of 2003 30 Brandon Betz, lillian Brahm, Brad Fleck, April Blankenberger, Shalynne Mundy reviews the program while Brittany Brosmer Cole Bolte, and Laurel Dauby pose for one last picture as dlscusses the future with Mrs Peggy Huff, class sponsor. members of the class of 2003.
The band plays "Pomp and Circumstance" as the seniors march in.
Josh Schill! II proudly returns to his seat after receiving his A cap and gown wait for their owner. diploma.
31 The day has finally arrived, Where we walk down the aisle. We've waited four long years, And it was all worth the while.
We walk across the stage with pride. As our parents begin to cry with happiness. They can't believe how far we've come. Knowing that his was a major success. Having our ups and downs Throughout high school career, We stand here with our friends and classmates And look back through the years. We see ourselves as freshmen, Afraid to do any wrong. Getting Into the swing of things. The fear has long gone. We go through each year, Surprl edit went so fast. We are senior now. It's our tum at last. We are heading Into adulthood As we move the tassel from left to right. It was a great accomplishment for us, Nicole Auf!art smiles for her customers while Considering it was a long battle to fight. Holiday Ball ticlu!ts. So be proud seniors. And hold your head up high. This Is our senior year. The day has finally arrived.
--Shalynne Mundy
Janessa Golden receives help stretching from a teammate at a cross Adam Hooper attempts to lu!ep ;unior Nathan country meet. Winchell awalu! after a hearty lunch
32 "Grade School was jun. Junior High was school. but High School was awesome. 11lese four years wUllast a lifetime."
LaJua Beg~ . secretary. Nicole Auf/art. treasurer. Emily Miller. vice-presidelll, and Nick We~r . presidelll, tak.e over Mr. Rick Allen's office.
Amy Mays stw:/Us quietly during study hall.
You are told a lot about your education. but some beautifuL sacred memory, preseroed since chil.d.hood. is perhaps the best education of alL --Fyodor Dostoyevsky
"You know chUdhtxx:l
is over when a
puddle seems like
an obstacle instead of an opportunity ... --Anonymous Jenny Lubbers and JeMifer Merkley hang Rachel Redinger and Stacy Mundy take a picture break dJuing their lunch. out in the quod during passing period.
33 Jeffery Anderson Nicole Auffart Kirstie Backer Laura Begle
JUlian Brahm Bridgett Brockman Kara Brockman
Michael Bush
Jeremy Evitts Ashlyn Fest James Fettes, ill Brady Fischer
34 Brandon Betz April Blankenberger Cole Bolte
Luke Bromm Brittany Brosmer Shaun Brosmer
laurel Dauby Ted Dilger Crystal Dodson
Andy Fleck Brad Fleck Carl Foll Kelli Foster
35 Benjamin Frick
Bert(Charles Schneider) and Ernie(Phil Weyer) Quench their thirst with Millc(Luke Rohleder) and OJ(Brandon Betz).
Jared Henke Kim Hochgesang Adam Hooper Aaron Hopf
36 Franklin Haaf Matthew Hackmann
Kirstie Backer is getting ready for competition.
Jamie Hempfling
Jeremy Hopf Jill Hopf Jessica A Huff Jessica L. Huff
37 Kasey Huff Holly Jackson Amber Kellems
Eugene Letterman Emma Lubbers
Amy Mays Dana Merkley
Emily Miller Joshua Mundy Shalynne Mundy Stacy Mundy
38 Sidney Klem Janelle Knies Kyle Lemond
Woodrow Major Gary Matthews
1 - ~ .I\_ 'lt '·) .s.~ · Vaal looks nic~ . Andrea Meyer Ashley Meyer Jennifer Meyer
Krcgg Nordhoff Laura Oser Laura Peters Matt Pund
39 Ashley Recker Michael Rice
Matthew Schlachter Alex Schneider
Amy Mays and Jamie Hempfling pose on Halloween. Amanda Speedy Josh Stenftenagel
40 Scott Schipp
Nicholas Schneider Joshua Schnell Mic~l Rice reads t~ latest issue ofT~ LookoUJ.
Samantha Spayd James Slusser
John Swick Jennifer Taber Molly Tretter Dustin Vaal
41 Joey Vaal is just a lillie lost.
Nicholas Weyer Peg~ Weyer Phillip Weyer Shari Weyer
Robert Bogan No Picture Michael Howard Available
Brandon Miller
Renee Woebkenberg Shannon Wright
42 laura Vauglm Amanda Verkamp
Jason Weyer JaMI/e Weyer and Jessi Wmkler enjoy their time off in pre-calculus.
Vicky Whitaker Jessica Winkler Nicholas Winters
Ashlee Norman
Matthew Seger
Joshua Verkamp
Renee Woebk.enberg diagrams her Christmas list for Laura Klem and Jill Hopf.
43 Andrea Meyer and Luke Rohleder demonstrate where milk comes from.
Carl Foil takes a bite out of the very festive Brandon Betz, Charles Schneider and Ted Renee Woebunberg. Dilger slww affection for one another.
44
Class Clown Aprll Blankenberger & Matt Pund
Class Leaders Laura Begle &Nick Weyer
Fayorlte Flavor Ice Crnem Chocolate Fayodte cateteda Meal Chili Fayodte Actor/Actn;ll Julia Stiles/ Vin Diesel Fayorlte Teacher Mrs. Rasche and Mr. Prusz Fayodte Store Wal-Mart Favorite Music Group Dave Matthews Band and Creed FayodteSoQ& lris-Goo Most likely to be on Broadway Goo Dolls Amanda VerlGUnp & Mike Cummings Favorite Movie Jackass
Biggest Flirts Kelli Foster & Brandon Betz 46 Most likely to be rolling tn dough Best Smile Janessa Golden Jessica A. Huff & Mike Howard &James Fettes
Best Eyes Nicole Auffart & James Fettes
Favorite Pessert Best Hair Dustin Vaal & Amanda Verkamp Cheesecake Fayodte Sft.ylnf To Bill Braski Favorite Place to Hepf Favorite Yldeo/Coll)puter Game Grand Theft Auto ll Favorite RcltauraDt Mr. And Mrs. FP (sptrtt) Renee Los Bravos Woebkenberg & Charles Schneider rayorlte f'lace In School The Quad Favorite Sport to Watch Basketball Favorite Clul Speech Next Tom Cruise/ Julia Roberts Jill Brahm & Brandon Betz 47 Most Changed Jill Hopf Hardest Worker Laura & Shaun Brosmer Begle & Nick Weyer Best Laugh Holly Jackson, Most Outspoken Kara Kasey Huff, & Ben Schneider Brockman & Nick Winters 'J{'w r1 It art IS, if one can (y rememoer wliat one lias seen, one IS never w1tliout fooafor tfiou.glit or trufi (onefy. a(one - 'Ymcent Most Likely to be on America's Most Wanted Ashlee Norman & Sid Klem "TTle evolution of one's soul is determined by the willingness to change from who we are Most Artistic Ted Dilger Shyest Laura Peters & Amanda Verkamp into who we become." & Nick Schneider -Amanda Leah Verkamp 48 A look at Annelie Klem' s good Jed Mullen and Todd Lamkin try to play it coo/for a Neil Werne takes time from the side. photo shoot. Truffel Shuffel. Ayako and Mayumi srrule while Mario can't help but smile during with the volleyball team. physics class with Mr. Prusz. lena Davis warms up before a The junior class officers, lena Davls, president,Andy Stan Kessens can't wait for the game against Evansville Central. Berg, v1ce- president, Kelly Schroering, secretary, and bel/to ring. Brian Winkler, treasurer, take a break. 49 • than Bright Rach I Brmkman S ra Bnnkm n Megan Rasche stretches before a soccer game. Bradly Bruner Sam Bumm 50 manda DaVJ Jena D v1 Cry tal Eck rt 8 th Englert Jonathon Fehnb ch Kn u Fleck Lmd ay Fleck J cob Flemmg Crmg Frc man mber G rb r Enc Go I Kyl Greulich Todd L. and Michael L. bring the toilet in the school. 51 Brandi Weyer tries to put a flashltKht up her nose. En Hempflmg Travt Hempflmg Tma Htldenbrand Kyla Hopf ndre\\ Huber These juniors grin for the camera after the basketball regional. A ako lzumt Stefan Jack on 52 Kelsie W .• Natalie W .• and Amanda V. love to march. Brnndon Lamkm egan Lawrence Jenmfer Lee Jonna Lemenbach Lace Lmdauer AlicUJ Daniel. Megan Rasche, Abby Catt, and Carrie Hopf smile after a game. 53 Bpth 1 uebb hu en BenJ mm ~te mer Fehe1a hiler Jedad1 h 1ullen Jarret P uhn Trav1 P uhn Jo hun Pa n Steven Port r Alexander Potter Chnstopher Rahman Me an Ra che Ju un Roettg r Megan Rott t TraVI Royer Stephnme S hne1der Brooke Schnell Trent Schn II 54 B nJamm Sttzman eal Sttzman tchola Th Col U b lhor Jenm~ r V nWmkl Amand Venekamp Kon Wahl H th r Wet I Stact W 1 K 1 Wtlbam Amanda Fisher Leah Beckman J ffre Zmk 55 Your memo ie Class of 2004 "He may not have been the best looking or mo t popular, but he will always be remembered for having the biggest heart." --Brandi Weyer Wrestling meant a lot to Robby. He was always a king fellow classmates to come watch him wrestle. The wre tlers alway said Robby was always lightening the mood and making the team laugh. Most students will remember when he received third place at a tournament and could be seen clutching hi medal at school. "He worked as hard a he could. He liked to joke around with the guys, pick on them, and get picked on. He was good at lightening things up. When it was tressful, he would make us laugh or something." -- Jeremy Evitts talking about wrestling "I most admired that Robby was always in a good mood, always had a smile on his face, and always made a point to come up and talk to everyone that he saw. I will remember his eagerness to do his best every time he went up there to compete." --Andy Fleck Students at Forest Park remember After the track team won the Blue a lot about Robby, from his positive Chip Conference, they gave the attitude to his smile, but the thing trophy to Robby. He led the victory most people remember is eeing lap clutching the trophy. him in the hall running. November 19, 1984- December 24, 2002 ROBBY WAYNE HUFF 56 will last forever Class of 2004 "She was always smiling, making the best out of the worst day. We all have our ups and downs, and Beth was truly there for us all when we needed it most." -- Lacey Lindauer "I will always remember how she wa never shy towards anyone. She was a sweet girl, and she was funny. Everyone will miss her." -- Alex Potter "In the sixth grade, Beth would have sleepovers at her house. I always went to her sleepovers. They were so much fun. I can remember it like it was yesterday. Beth would still, up to thi year, talk to me about 'our sixth grade sleepovers,' and we would talk about how much fun we had." --Kyla Hopf "It will be hard to get used to not seeing her big, beautiful smile in the hallway everyday. Every time I think of Beth, the fir t thing to come to my mind is her smile. Beth's smile was one of a kind, just like she was, one of a kind." -- Stefan Jack on BETH ANNE ENGLERT February 5, 1986 - February 10 , 2003 57 :21006 Sophomore Jessica Wright sketches a picture during her art class Zach Abell Keith B 1 r Brandon Berg Jn on Bctz 1 ole B1ek r hi Bowman 58 Shaylynn Bnght Damton Bu hko ttt r Jordan olomb I Blily Cummm Matt Durcholz Bethany Fette Courtn Fleck !1.1.ttt Gtlmore \\e Gut II I · H rmon 59 Jord n Hopf Aaron Trafton works hard to complete his worksheet. Kn ty Hopf Han on Ho tetler Kn ti Hul man '1cole lvey Jo h Jacob Molly Kemper Tony Kemper Cha K1ppenbro k M r ha Klem Bnttne Kme Tyler Knie Mandy Knu t Audrey Kress Shaley Lampert 60 Ch d Lueken Luurn M hhng Ryan Mehling Catnna M rkl y Teddy Montgomery Adam Per hon Brandon Petry che Jeff Ric 'f Adam Wag no hammers a nail during career day. . .. 61 Trnv1 The1 mg aron Trafton Kelly Vonderheide EmtlyWehr Brandon Weyer hley Wollenmann Taylor Redmond Dame! Wnght Jenny Zoglman 62 Jared Wilson accepts a language award from Mr. Larry Freshman Jim Gregory helps Ms. Tammy Taylor pick up Tenbarge during the academic awards presentation. cans while talldng about recycling club. Freshman class officers: Elizabeth Steinmetz, president, Megan Szcard, 2006 vice-president. Kyle Schroering, secretary, Curt Bromm, treasurer. These freshmen attempt to show their school spirit with a Freshman Aaron Cooper tries to stay focused during the dance du.nng a basketball pep session. long class period. 63 Ca"ie Jones and Lindsay Hoffnuzn warm-up with jUIIior Megan Hauser. Ca andrn 8( rg M gan Blum Kuru Blunk utumn Bolte Bridget Lindauer recoups after playing basketball. Curt Bromm En a Buechler 64 A ron Coop r J tmte D muth Dana Lindauer doesn't like to be bothered w1im' studving for her last final. Dame! Dtlg r Stephame F1 ch r Abbey Fleck Kvla Fleck hton Fnck J t a Fn k Bret Merkley turns around to talk at a baseball ga~ . 65 Brandon G hlhau en K Ie Gogel Hannah Goldm n J1m Gregory Freshman Tim James gets his picture taken after IWJ ch in the commons. Chn tm Harpenau Shannon Ha further Jacob Hazelip Bethany Henke Laura Hochgesang Heather Hoffman Le1gha Hoffman Lmd ay Hoffman Br ndon Hopf 66 Jared Ja ob Ttmothy Jame Kn t1 Kemper tth \\ Kern Laura Lee Bndget Lmdauer Nicole Berg seems worried about the score during the baseball game. Dana Lmdauer Jerem_ Lmdauer 67 Freshman Steffi Mehringer anxiously watches the soccer game. mb r Lytle Eh 1a.Jor Lacy Meyer Chn toph r Mtller Bethany Henke enJoys everv bite of her nachos. Kurt ordhoff 68 Kyl Reckelhoff had Schaefer 'athan S hwartz Abbey Fleck has a nice chat with her friend my S rm rshe1m Ell1ot S1 zman Bnttnnv mlth Davm pad Chnstine Harpenau and Jessica Niehaus take in a baseball game. 69 Alexandra Meyer practices after school with the other dancers. Andrea Stetter Enn Troe ch T I r Upp ncamp Laura oegerl Brand n Waddl DaVId Welp J1ll Wendholt Jared Wil on Bradly No Merkley Picture Available Emily Schnell Br ntly Workman ChI ey Zmk 70 'WorkiiJ9 to b"tt"l' th"'r live In Mrs. Paula Peter's classroom, special students worked on community-based activities and skills to better their lives. About 20 students came to Mrs. Peter's resource room for some services, but most were mainstreamed into regular M1 h el Bu h Jo hun Mundy classrooms for part of the day. Left, Mrs. Judy Mehlzng does some housekeeping chores. Right, Mrs. Mary Kay Berger worlcs with Josh and James. Josh concentrates on the game. Mrs. Berger makes her point. 71 School year filled with excitement As we began the 2002-2003 school year, the staff, tudents, parents, and community patron anticipated a school year filled with excitement and many succes s. Staff, stud nts, and parents t high expectation for Fore t Park, encouraging all students to give their best In order to accomplish the goals and successes they wi hed to achieve . Shortly after the 2002-2003 hool year began, these efforts be an to see results, for the chool year ot off to a great start academlc8.lly and with our fall sports teams enjoying successful asons. Cro country teams advanced Individuals and a team all the way to semi tate. Next our Marching Ran ers completed a ucce ful fall marching e on and returned to the RCA Dome to compete for a state championship, ending their marchln season with a prestlglous fifth-place fin! h at the tate Clas D marching competition. In late October, the State Department of Education relea ed Information announcing that, for the fourteenth con ecutlve year, Fore t Park Jr.-Sr. High School had qualified as a Four Star School of Indiana, an honor re rved for the top 25 percent of the schools of Indiana. In December, Forest Park received word on our fall ISTEP core and we re pl ased to find out that 82 percent of our sophomores passed their math and 81 percent pas ed their language arts tests. As the school year progressed, athletic teams continued to enjoy winning eason and advancln In tate tournament play. Several special accompllshm nts noteworthy of sr:ec;tal recognition were Forest Parks Dance Team winning a first ever tate champion hlp In Porn and second place In Dance. Our g1r • trac team won their eleventh con utlve Robert Johnson track tional. Brlttney Knle placed SuperinJendenJ el hth In the 200 meter dash and seventh In the 400 meter d h at the Southern Educational Regional state championship track meet. Board's High Schools That Work Jeremy Evitts made a trip to the tate program. The exit reports that were wre t1lng final . And, the event that I ued by each of the visiting teams excited our school and communities, verified the quality of profe tonal our boys' basketball team was efforts of our sia.fi and of th quality of ucce ful at semi tate and played In pro rams for which Fore t Park the 2-A tate championship arne at wl fies to be well known. It was a year Conseco Fieldhouse on March 22, filled with outstanding effort In the 2003. Besides the e out tanding clas room, on the marching field, on accompli hments, Fore t Parli the dance floor, and on the athletic tudents excelled academically courts and field . It w a year in earning many special honors as they which our staff, students, parents, and workecf with thdr teachers to prepare community patrons provided the themselv with the k.nowled needed upport for the development of for ucce ful transition to po t educational programmln that secondary educational opportunltle continued the outstanding traditions or the adult world of wor . of excellence of Fore t Park Jr.-Sr. The 2002-2003 hool year also High School. was filled with several challen , for It was a remarkable school year it was to be th year In whl h For t and one that we are all very proud to Par Implemented their Public Law have been a part of, and one that 221 school Improvement plan. It are all proud to add to the outstanding uld be the year in which they would hi tory of Fore t Park Jr.-Sr. HI fi ho t vi lUng teams from the orth School. Richard Allen Central As oclation and from the James Hagedorn, Principal Assistant Principal 72 Brenda Allen Jatma Altman Rtta Altman Peggy Amo Huff Greg Durcholz Chtp Elderkin Rock Emmert Lauro! Gehlhau en baron Gramel pacher Karen Ha Tony Ha nour Emtly Hau r Karl Hm on 73 Donna Hoffman K thv llopf J rred llo\\ rd Jame Joh nneman h ron Lmd uer Jtm 1ehlin Jud\ M hhng Tom Mey r Mrs. Karrie Wolf makes it all look so easy. T ra Ra che Janel Reckelhoff 74 B th Schnell nbt rgcr Mr Hagedorn presenJs Cassie Berg with an honor roll certificate at the awards program. Le he Shob Rtta Sondcrm n Tamm Taylor Larry Tenbarg Dou W lker Edwm \l.al ton Paula Wendholt ' , .. · ~-·: t · ~ ·' . .1ichelle We er Gary Wtttmann Kame Wolf Mal) he Zmk 75 Mr. Hagedorn is known for his sense of humor and his friendly In his office, Mr. Hagedorn gets down to the business smile. of running Forest Park. At the close of the that I would like the Secondly. although it is 2002-2003 school year. challenges associated with hard to step aside when Forest Park High School providing leadership to you feel needed and said goodbye to an icon. what was such a good successful. it is also the Mr. James Hagedorn quality school." time to do it if you want to retired after 35 years in retain good memories of education. Sadly. this year Mr. your career." He started at Forest Hagedorn decided that it Park as a classroom was the right time for him Assistant Principal Rick teacher and coach in 1971. to retire. He commented Allen and Mr. Hagedorn Then he moved on to that the thing that he likes have been together for 20 become the athletic most about working at years. Mr. Allen said, "He director. In 1975 he Forest Park is that he is an excellent principal. I became the school's really enjoys working with will miss his experience in assistant principal. Mr. young adults and helping running our school." Hagedorn has been them develop the skills to Mr. Hagedorn principal at Forest Park meet their immediate commented that he since 1985. When asked needs and their needs for wan ted to thank the why he decided to become successful futures. students for their support a principal. he said, "I was However, he said, "I have of the school and its endoying being a classroom several other .goals that I educational philosophies. teacher when I was asked would like to accomplish !hey have allowed me to to consider the role. I before my age prevents me really enjoy a career that I applied because I thought from doing them. really love." 76 77 r i nI tc I James Schultise takes a nap during English. Dane Schipp inhales his t('W . Lindsay Fleck and Emily Bromm show how pudding is made. Molly Tretter is tellzng the class one of her many stories 7 The foreign language classes are going on trips this summer. The German class will be visiting Germany, while the Spanish class will be visiting Mexico. The classes will be put to the test and will have to use what they learned and know. The English classes are not going to England, but every year the senior class is privileged to study English literature. The language classes make the students more aware of the cultures around them, instead of being stuck in the same box. KelSle Williams and Sara Brinkman are all smiles in English class. ·~~:::::::::::::::::--::::::::;J -~ - ~--...... ___ Mr. Tenbarge is having a discussion with the class. Jessi Win.t:er sticks her tong~ out at knl. tr Hasenour 79 Ms. Shobe's sociology talces time to work in groups to Senior Ala Schneider puts a little get some work doM. on his face during gover~nt . I c r ri i I i With the economy going downhill and the threat of war with Iraq, social studies has become a topic in the news. Ms. Ellen Hendricks, Ms. Leslie Shobe, Mr. TonyHasenour, and Ms. Marty Niehaus are the lucky ones to share their social studies knowledge here at FP. Ms. Marty Niehaus got a break from student teacher Mr. Heichelbech. Student teacher, Mr. Heichelbech, grabs his Ms. Shobe surveys her class's group work in socwlogy. U.S. History class' attentwn. 80 It With technology on the rise, math has Don Prusz, Mr. Tom Meyer, Mr. Karl Hinson, been stressed here at Forest Park. Teachers Mrs. Sharon Gramelspacher, and Mr. Jim have pushed students to excel in many Mehling have shared their math knowledge different areas. Math has become a subject to FP students in the areas of business math, in high demand. Many job fields have Algebra I and II, geometry, pre-calculus, tncreased their math requirements. Mr. calculus, and problem solving I and II. Shhh! Ted Dllger, senior nudsa little peace so he can finish his test. Mr. Meyer takes a short break after some hardcore pre-calculus notes. Junior Mike Hurst gets help from junior Derick Wilson in pre-calculus. Mr. Hinson basks in the sunlight, while his students slave on his geometry test. Ale.:r Potter, junior, sneaks in a quick nap to regair. some brain power. 81 Kori Wahl learns of a cat' s anatomy in Biology II. cl r I I c r, Biology II classes stunk up the junior The chemistry classes were graced hallway for a month while dissecting their with a semi-familiar face this year. experimental cats. Most students didn't like Mrs. Karrie Wolf, a former graduate of this task, but some thought it was cool. FP, took over the job of teaching According to junior Brandi Weyer, .. 1 think chemistry and physical science. ..1 it's awesome. It's not every day you get to love it. It has been a lot of fun. I have skin a cat." enjoyed every day," she said. lace Hasenour completes his experiment in biology. Matt Gilmore and Marsha Klem concentrate on chemistry. 82 r I I r This year the art department offered a little bit more variety. Instead of the usual basic art classes, the department was split into several categories. Pain Ung, drawing, sculpting, and ceramics are just a few of what was offered. Though the new schedule may cause some of the classes to be crowded, the overall opinion is positive. Ms. Taylor assists Zach ~~~and Aaron Trafton with tMir paintings. Holly Jackson works on her screen print. Leah Beckman and Brittany Trut!love discuss their artwork Stefan Jackson focuses on his painting. 83 F tudents hiP up a m e piec durin FAC F ACS classes this year were full of fun and learning. These students spent their class time cooking food. learning to care for children and housing design, and so much more. Laura Oser checks the oven. Seniors Stacy Mundy and Laura Vaughn rest on the sofa Junior Leah Beclunan looks for the Laura Klem washes the in the F ACS room. answers in her teXJboolc. dishes after she is done. Seniors Laura Oser, Phil We er, Renee Woebkenberg, and Laura Klem smell Junior Tessa Mohr walks to the their sauce to determine if it is ready to eat. bookcase to grab a textbook before cl 84 u trial tee IO classe ere te ne thin Many students participate spend their time under the in the industrial classes that hood of a vehicle. Many are offered at FP. Some build others take drafting classes. masterpieces while others All teach important life skills. Juniors Jonathon Fehribach and James Sclwlthise glance at the engine. Senwr Clint Schaeffer searches for a Clint Schaeffer, Jeremy 1/opf, and Philip Reck.elhoff look The guys tallc around certam tool in the cabinet. under the hood to fix the enKine. the car during class. Justin Weyer works on changing the oil Jonathon Fehribach and Jason Harlan discuss the Mr. Jeff Johnson in the car problem in depth. checks out the room. 85 rico ure stu en s pia in he din From working in the dirt, to Walker. Many think of the class as un, working on their farm equipment, ag not necessarily easy, but definitely students are able to learn a lot about break from the rigorous homewor farm and agriculture from Mr. Doug activity of the rest of the day. Josh Lange,junior, wor on refurbi hin his tractor during agriculture class. Ryan Mehling, Adam Wagner, and Ellwt Sltzman show proof of their carpentry s/alls. Elliot Sitzman and Tyler Schnell work on a ptcmc table. 6 Mayumi Komuro takes a dive for the volleyball in p.e. Sonya Andry shows off her volleyball skills. llealth students watch as Chris Atkins does what he usually does. Hea h, p.e. classe e rna o e e da - ing Students in health are graced with Beach to teach an important part of the teaching tactics of Mr. Matt Sisley, everyday life--physical education. The but during the earlier part of the day, classes teach students anything from Mr. Sisley is joined with Mrs. Vicki volleyball to eating right. Tony Kemper serves the ball as other p.e. students wait for their turn . Gina WaRner studie her health lessons attentively. 7 Mock trial gives insight Forb wss law, senior Miu Howard gives his closing statement. The defense holds a ve. La el we too li or hard in b ·ness teclrnolog . Bailiff Schlachter bU 1nes- and law One aspect of business classes that many people are associated with is the mock trial presented by the business law class. This class gives you an insight into many areas of business and law. Also. along with business law, the business department of FP includes introduction to business, Accounting I, Accounting II, computer applications, advanced computer applications, and business technology lab. The two accounting classes give you a very good The insight on how to keep accurate enJire records. The introduction to business bUSi!U!SS class op ns you to the world of business tech and many terms that a person can use class in the real world. If you want more poses. computers. they have an advanced course. Mr. Jared Howard and Mrs. Beth Schnellenberger lead the way in the business teaching at FP. on types sol71ething important for her rg are rking hard in the office inJer hip. for their inter hip. 9 rio re Mr. Larry Tenbarge gives freshman Megan Sicard her Sarah Vaal smiles while receiving an award from Spanish I award. Mrs. Brenda Allen at awards night. ------~ACADEMIC AlVAJUDS ______Jennifer Lueken&: Ashley Schepers- English 9 Foods - Vicki Whitaker &: Brandon Schwoeppe Brittney Knies- English 10 Textiles&: Clothing- Laura Vaughn Megan Rottet - English 11 Human Development- Stacy Mundy Jessica L. Huff - Senior English Orientation to Life &: Careers - Jessica Niehaus Emma Lubbers&: ick Weyer- Speech Advanced Nutrition and Wellne s- Laura Oser Anna Brier &: Kelly Schroering - Joumali m Mass Communications- Ryan Uebelhor Jenru Meyer- Calculus Transportation System/Energy - Eric Hempfling Staci Welp- Pre-Calculus Transportation Processes- Jason Harlan Ayako Izumi - Algebra II Intro to Manufacturing Technology- Clint Schaefer Sarah Vaal -Geometry Manufacturing Processes- Travis Hempfling Jessica Dooley - Algebra I Design Processes- Jarret Paulin Adam King - Pre-Algebra Computers in Design &: Production- Crystal Dodson Kasey Vonderheide- Problem Solvmg Constructive Planning &: Design - Josh Hoppenjans icole Ivey - Problem Solving II Community Planning- Ben Sitzman Matt Pund - Business Math Senior Technology Award- Jason Weyer Aaron Hopf- Advanced Business Math German I- Jared Wilson&: Dana Lindauer Travis Harpenau- Computer Math German IT - Manda Knust Jenni Meyer - Senior Math German III - Jena Davis Dustin Schwartz - Essential Skills German 1m -Jessica L. Huff Taylor Redmond - Physical Science Spanish I - Megan Sicard Jennifer Lueken - Biology Spanish IT - Brittney Knies Matt Durcholz- Chemistry Spanish III - Kelly Schroering Travis Theising - Chem/Physics Spanish llll- Shauna Begle Staci Welp- Advanced Biology Accounting I- Brittney Knies Brittney Knies &: Nathan Merkley - Health Accounting IT- Emma Lubbers Jessica A. Huff- Senior Science Computer Application - Colin Austin &: Megan Sicard Kelly Schroering - Physics Intro to Business - Kristy Hopf &: Brittney Knies Levi Brown - US History ICE - Aaron Hopf &: Kregg Nordhoff Jessica A. Huff &: ick Weyer- Seruor Social Studies Natural Resources - Nick Lane Erica Buechler&: Manda Knust- Intro to Art Plant/Soil Science - Neal Sitzman Nicole Auffart - Visual Communication Ag Business Management - Samantha Knies Bridget Brockman - Ceramics Ag Mechanics - Jarret Paulin Tori Beach - Drawing Landscaping- Stefan Jackson Alison Cooper - Painting Animal Science - Chad Lueken Samantha Spayd- Senior Art Award Fundamentals of Ag I - Jennifer Lueken &: Aaron Cooper Sarah Vaal- Child Development Chorus- Amanda Venekamp &: Kirstie Backer Music Theory- Mike Cummings 90 91 Jane a Golden, ~lJ~~~::~ EmilyBro junior, filii ~ . Righi:Mandy Knust, sophomore, attempts to catch an opponent. Left: TM girls start off a home meet against Gibson SoutMrn. Cross country girls run rampant This year, first year rookie runner Tori with her running ability and inspirational Beach, junior, did a little less than surprise attitude. With Tori's running ability and people by winning sectional. Sophomore Mandy's inspiration the team in it Mandy Knust, after a serious injury, returned entirety made it all the way to semi-state. 92 Cross country boys run to semi- state And now there are two. Senior, and state. Who are the two standouts left? team favorite, Brandon Betz ran his last Brothers Chris and Matt Atkins, Junior and year for the FP cross country team, and sophomore respectively. The boys had a helped the team go all the way to semi- good season and look forward to next year. The guys enjoy stretching before a Chris Atkins, junior, helps a laugh MiU Hurst,junior,pondus the home meet. ing Dane Schipp, junior, get limber. upcoming meet while he swings. 93 Girls' soccer team dances i The girls' soccer team could be seen in the "The girls played like it was their driving range parking lot dancing and singing. last game," stated Coach Brad Fischer They also listened to "Ain't no Mountain High about the sectional tournament. They had Enough," and after games they could be seen a victory over Dubois, and were defeated bingeing at McDonald's and Arby's. by Jasper 1-0 in the second round. It is tradition to vandalize Kristina Wendholt' sfront yard. The army moves into position. CllTTie Hopf busts a move to get around a lasJXr player. 94 parking lot. .. Goalie Whitney Nord looks to oass to her teammate Lindsey Hasenow. The serU.or.t crowd the back of the bus. Everyone crowds to get into the victory pictwe. 95 Boys' soccer capture ...... Hyun Chong Lee prefXUesto kick tM David Welp enters tMfray to fight for tM ball. While an opponent hits tM ground, Ben Schwoeppe runs toward tM ball. Tony Kemper flies over 96 third Blue Chip Conference title in a row nus year's soccer season was one of a kind. The team ended the season with a record of 11-7-1. After losing 15 seniors last year. no one knew what would be in store for the team this year. Although there were not as many seniors this year. five total, they helped lead the team in winning twice as many games as last year. Co-captains this year were Nick Winters and Charles Schneider. Charles said, ..We had the best record for my high school career." Many of the students and players will remember this season as an interesting one at least. The most exciting event took place at the sectional against Heritage Hills. The basic recap is that some inappropriate words were spoken between one of the opposing team's coaches and the soccer players. The soccer team didn't get off scot-free, but they were subjected to many lectures in sportsmanship. ...... Aaron Trafton keeps aheadofthe competition with his smooth moves...... Charles Schneider tries to keep the play going with this head ball. the field towards the ball. Ten teammates pose for a picture with their new hairdos (or sectional. 97 For the fourth year in a row, the varsity volleyball team won the 2A sectional held at Forest Park. They won by defeating Sou thridge in the championship. The team was defeated by Brownstown Central in the first round of the 2A regional. Besides winning No, these girls are not cheerleaders, they are the wusity volleyball team. the sectional, the team won the Jeffersonville Tourney with a record of 3-0. The varsity volleyball team finished with a record of 25-8 and won the Blue Chip Conference. This year was the first year that FP had the opportunity to play Jasper, however they were defeated. Before sectional the team could be seen driving around town or eating at Fazoli's. ..Ah hoop!" was a cheer that the players did after every point. Seniors Shari Weyer and Jenny Lubbers will both be playing volleyball in college. Shari will play at Jacksonville State, while Jenny will play at Wabash Valley. Far right Senior LaJua OserspiUsa ball from the back row as the team looks on. Righi- The .~eniors smile with the sectional trophy and ball. 98 The team smiles while standing in their inspirational hoop. Senior Emma Lubbers and sophomore Amber Gogel wait in ready position for an opportunity to show off their diving skills in the back row during a game early in the season versus Southridge. Top - Senior Shari Weyer serves the ball towards an opponent. Above - Senior LaJUa Klem waits for her pretty set to be smashed to the other side of the MI. Laura Oser waits for the referee to signal her in to play the back row for teammate Shari Weyer. 99 Freshman Erin Troesch checks in the game The 2002freshman volleyball team smiles because they've completed their for fellow classmate Lindsey Wagner. first year of high school volleyball. JV volleyball wins Forest Park JV Tourney The JV volleyball team won the competitive Forest Park JV tourney over Mater Dei, Castle, and Jasper. The championship was the first time any FP JV team had ever won every game in the toumey. The JV team finished the season with a record of 21-7. They won the Blue Chip Conference with a perfect record of 9-0. The FP freshmen finished their first year of high school volleyball with a record of 12-7. Far right- the 2002 FPJV volleyball team. Right- Junior Kelly Schroering watches, waits, then sets the ball to a teammate. 100 Boys' tennis gets new coach, finish 13- 3 Left- Senior Nick Weyer and freshman Brett Merkley relax on a tree stump while sophomore Travis Theising and the rest of the boys' tennis team get ready to compete in a home match. The 2002 boys' tennis season marked the first year for head coach Mr. Karl Hinson. The team completed their season with a record of 13-3. They earned second place in the Blue Chip Conference. Junior Neal Knies, number one Top- Junior Michael Lamkin singles, and senior Nick Weyer and junior Kyle Greulich, smashes a serve while his number one doubles, received Blue Chip All-Conference competition waits nervously. honors. Junior Todd Lamkin earned Honorable Mention in Above- Number one singles player the conference. The team beat Southridge in their first game Neal Knies returns the ball across of the sectional. but lost to Jasper in their next match of the tM net. sectional. According to Mr. Hinson, the team won some key match-ups over Tell City and Vincennes Rivet. 101 Emily M1ller goes up for two. /he 2 2-2003 t;lriJ' var it basketball team Lady Ranger basketball complete season strong; finish at 13-9 The Forest Park Lady Rangers th ir games by playing good d ~ nse. The completed their season with a record of 13- Rangers were led by five seniors. Kim 9. Their final defeat came at the hands of Hochgesang. Jill Hopf. Laura Klem. Jenny their rival the Sou thridge Raiders. The Lubbers, and Emily Miller. Raiders defeat d FP on a last s cond shot Many things made thi Rang r during the 2A sectional at Forest Park. team uniqu . One thing that tand out Throughout the season the Lady Rangers about this team was their ability to get improved significantly. At one point, late in along and have fun. The team did many the season. they had a seven-game winning thing tog ther like having a sleepov r. streak. They finished the season ranked visiting M . Ni haus's hous . and eating 23rd in the state in de~ nse. The t am won out. Laura Klem "Refs after it" on defense. lena DaVIs wor r to keen the ball in boundr. Drwney defends the shot 102 Far left - Kim Hochgesang waits amongst Mr kammates for the rebound. Left - tM kam WaltS to shah handsrftua ....,_..,.game. TM girls get back. quick. on defense. TM team is introduced before the first sectional Rtune. Amanda Go Rei {lies by Mr defense. Coach Niehaus applauds Jill. Crystal waits anxiously to check. in. Left - the team smiles and congratulaus each otht!r after their victory in the first game of the sectional over South Spencer. leMy oostHw for tM ball. 103 Since 1993, Forest Park boys' basketball has craved another sectional crown. After ten years . the team brought home a sectional trophy while defeating Southridge. South Spencer, and Crawford County. However, the Rangers didn't want to stop there. The team kept on pushing their way through the state and doing some things that teams have never done in the past. First. a regional victory was acheived for the first time by conquering Brownstown Central and Mater Dei. Next, a semi-state crown was gained by overcoming Eastern Hancock. The Rangers gained a birth in the Class 2A state championship. The team left its impression on the state but came up short against Ca s. The Rangers pose with their runner-up trophy at Conseco Fieldhouse. Senior Charles Schneider excites the crowd as he dresses as the Ranger man in an early season game 104 Fieldhouse Senior Nick Winters gets the crowd going at semi·Jtate. Nick and his cheer quieted many opponents on the Rangers' trip to tate. Jared Henke, senior, sits behind senior Junior Todd Lamkin walks toward the bench after afoul. basketball player Geoff van Winkle's countdown to the scoring record. 105 Girls' JV basketball keeps playing stron Every season, JV teams play before the main ev n , the varsity game. However, this year, the girls decided t draw a little attention to themselves and turn a coupl of heads. This season, the girls' JV team compiled a 14-5 record. Along their route to 14 wins, the team had a 13 game win streak intact that broke the previous school record. The current record was 12 wins in a row. Al o, while doing this, the team managed to capture the Blue Chip Conference crown with a perfect 8-0 record. Team members include Audrey Kress, Dana Lindauer, Lindsey Wagner, Shelly Brahm, Nicole Bieker, Bridget Lindauer, Stephanie VanWinkle, Jessica Dooley. Cassie Berg, Erin Troesch, Leah Hoffman, Kelsie Williams, Kaci Giesler, and Amanda Gogel. While playing Central, sophomore Audrey Kress is captured fighting for a rebound. Shhh! Nicole Bieker, sophomore, is busy shooting a free-throw. Freshman Cassie Berg goes up for a shot The girls' JV team picture. during the Central game. 106 Junior Andy Berg battles for a rebound Junior Chris Atkins finds himself surrounded by among many Dubois players. almost everyone. JV teammates strive toward their goals Like the girls, the guys also have to play before the varsity. This puts a little pressure on them. However, this year, when people came to the varsity game expecting to see them warming up, the JV team was busy playing. The JV went into an unusual amount of overtime games this season under Coach Matt Sisley. Also, a lot of times, overtime wasn't enough: the team wanted a little more excitement and went into double overtime. Team members include Andy Berg, Brett Schlachter, Brandon Hopf, Todd Matt Lamkin, Aaron Ketzner, Jordan Hopf. Atkins Matt Atkins, Chris Atkins, Mike tries to Lamkin, and Tony Kemper. Also, fire a towards the end of the year, the pass to freshman team joined the JV for the junior last couple of games. Andy Berg. 107 Three Ranger wrestlers take home sectional titles For the Ranger wrestlers. 2003 was a very exciting year. After a mediocre season, the team competed in an amazing sectional held at Memorial Gym in Huntingburg. At the sectional, which took place February 1, four of the team's members advanced--freshman Eric Evitts, junior Garrett Atkins. and seniors Brent Wendholt and Jeremy Evitts. The regionals were held on February 8, with Jeremy. Brent, and Garrett advancing to yet another level. Jeremy Evitts was the only wrestler to advance to state level, but unfortunately lost in the first round. Coach Chip Elderkin seemed to be excited about the sport. "I really enjoy coaching. That's what inspired me to become a teacher. Wrestling has been a major part of my life since I was four years old. I can't imagine living without it!" Senior Brent Wendholt practices in the wrestling gym. 108 Garrett At/dns,junwr, watches a sectional match. Matt Gilmore, sophomore, is congratulated by wrestling fans after one of the most exciting matches of the sectional. Matt Gilmore wrestles a tough oppoMnt. After a few disagreements abouJ the score, Man pulled ahead to win the match. Senior Jeremy Evitts, who advanced to state level this year, raises his arm thuing a sectional victory. Brent Wendholt looks tired, while junior Josh Lange watches an ongoing match. 109 Girls take it to the house with #1 The girls' track team won their eleventh sectional, were undefeated until regional. had four girls advance to the state meet, and shattered many records throughout the season. Mandy Knust alone broke the two-mile and mile school records. Brittney Knies advanced to state in the 1OOm, 200m, and 400m dash. She placed seventh in the 400 and eighth in the 200. Laura Oser, Megan Hauser. Amanda Gogel, and Brtttney advanced to state in the 400m relay. They managed to place nineteenth and broke the school record. Mandy Knust led the distance team to great lengths. Shot put perfects their throwing technique. Brittney Knies receives her medal. 400 meter relay team at track state 110 Boys' track strives for victory The boys' track t pulled together to season the 300m hurdles record was broken compete with and defeat other area teams. several times by Travis Harpenau. And the They won all dual meets, the Blue Chip 3200m relay team, Nick Winters. Brandon Conference, the Dubois Invite, and the Betz. Chris Atkins. and Matt Atkins. broke Dubois/Pike Invite, and they came in a close the school record. second place in sectional. Throughout the Jarret Paulin sprints for the finish. ------·---- - Niclc Winters strides for the hand off Distance was well represented. Tyler Kmes leaps for a victory. 111 Emma and Kaci wait for Stephanie to pitch. These varsity players watch their team in the field. FP softball ranked as high as third in the state; end season on heartbreak While their season was somewhat injury filled, the 2003 FP varsity softball team completed their season with a record of 17-5. At one point during the season the Lady Rangers were ranked as high as third in Class lA FP's season ended during the sectional at Tecumseh. After defeating Dubois in the first game of sectional, the Rangers lost to eventual sectional champion and host Tecumseh, 3-1. The Rangers were led by three sen.i,ors, Laura Klem. Emma Lubbers. and Amanda Verkamp. The team enjoyed time together singing to their tape, slip and sliding, and eating food. The 2003 JV team finished with a perfect record in JV competwn. Beth Luebbehuse11 waits to hit. 112 Coach Durcholz watches intently. StephanieflTes a pitch. Catcher Kelly Schroering stops the runner from reaching home. Laura and Amanda are ready in the field. 113 Baseball team ends with 20-4 reco d TM 2003 jv.nior varsity team. The Ranger baseball team had a great season in spite of the upset at sectional. They lost to the South Spencer Rebels in the sectional opener 2-1. They ended the season with a record of 20-4. They won the Blue Chip Conference title with a perfect 9-0. They also ended the season on a nine-game winning streak. Junior Kyle Greulich had a remarkable individual season. He hit four home runs in one game against the Loogootee Lions which tied the state Junior Andy Berg thr s the ball to first bau. record for most home runs In a game and tied the school record as well. The JV team finished their season v.1th an 18-5 record. 114 Sophomore Nate Merkley and junior Jeff ?.ink are engrossed in the game. Junior Jef!Zink winds up a mean curve ball. 115 Golf team has iron will A very young FP golf team finished the season with 10 wins and 36 losses in single matches and tournament play. Coach Bill Dittmer emphasized that they had only one returning letterman. They were tenth out of 14 teams in the sectional and were eighth in the Blue Chip Conference. Sophomore Colin Austin was Most Valuable Player, and freshman Cody White received the Most Improved award. Tyler Schnell chips onto the green. Stan Kessens focuses on the J?ame . Travis Hempfling strikes the ball. Colin Austin putts arouna. 116 Girls' tennis serves up another one The 2002-03 tennis season went the most common quote by most of the reasonably well, considering that more girls who participate, though they finished matches were won than were lost by the the season with a loss to Jasper after girls. "I love tennis season," was usually defeating Dubois in the sectional. Rachel Brinkman makes a qwclc hit Kelli Foster, Laurel Dauby, Laura BeKle, and Jessica Hu{ftalk strateRv. lessica Huff concentrates on getting the ball to The Rirls wait oatientlv for the match to start. RO where she wants it. 117 The future state champions work hard during practtce. Dance team brings home champion trophy on first try The 2002-03 school year included an pla e trophy in pom and a second pia amazing accomplishment for the dance rating in dance. Th learn wa prai ed by team. The girls entered their very first students and teachers alike. and prov d state-wide tournament. not to come home that they put their hearts and souls into empty-handed, but to bring home a first ea h dance. Freshmen Brooke Hessig, Me~:an Sicard, and Abbey Fleck apply make-up before the big show. lillian Brahm and Lacey Lindauer cheer after gettin[; their medals. Dancers show their pride after winning the state championship in the pom category. 118 Cheerleaders inspire the fans at Conseco Ch erleader always carry a burden on gelling the adult crowds to participate in their shoulders. trying to get basketball "The Wave" and other fan favorites all the fans on their feet and screaming. The girls way to Conseco. The "Ranger Cheer" could did an amazing job of doing just that by be heard at every game of the toumament. Cheerleaders show their' skills by doing a pyramid before the game. Ashley Meyer and Lacey Lindauer prepare for the team to arrive. Above: The cheerleaders work hard at a practice. Left: Natalie Hasenour cheers her heart out during a game. Freshman Abbey Fleck gets lifted into the air. 119 FP adds two new teams: bowling and swimming Forest Park was fortunate enough to have two new teams during the 2002- 2003 winter, the bowling and swimming teams. The bowling team practice at Dubois Lanes in Huntingburg. The swim team found tlme to practice at Heritage Hills. Junior Leah Schneider along with her dad helped to start the swim team, while senior Dana Merkley and her mom helped to start the bowling team. Amy, Vicky, and Jamie enjoy bowling. TM 2002-2003 boys' and girls' swimming team. Junior L~i Brown hopes for a strikL. 120 Index of sports team rosters Boys' cross country--Michael Volleyball--Beth Luebbehusen, Fleming, Ben Taber, Robby Huff, Rice, Ga"ett Atkins, Dane Schipp, Jenny Lubbers, Laura Beg/e, Laura Asst. Coach Doug .Abell. Not Aaron Ketzner, Eric Hempfling, Matt Oser, Brooke Schnell, Manager pictured, Manager Renee Atbns, .Asst Coach Joshua Susott, Abbey Sermersheim, Laura Klem, Woebkenberg, .Asst. Coach Darrin Brandon Betz, Levi Brown, Noah Emma Lubbers, Shari We~r. Valerie Thomas. Brosmer, Travis Harpenau, Cole Loechte, Manager Sara Hasenour, Uebelhor, /arret Paulin, Chris Atkins, Manager Courtney Fleck, Audrey Girls' track--Manager Courtney Coach Pat Hall. Kress, Crystal Eckert, Kelly Fleck, Erica Buechler, Ali Meyer, Schroering, Amber Gogel, Lindsay Kristl Kemper, Lindsey Hasenow, Girls' cross country--Manda Fleck, Manager Ashley Recker, Laura Oser, Renee Woebkenberg, Knust, Tori Beach, Laura Mehling, Coach Jamk Giesler. Manda Knust, Amanda Gogel, Emily Bromm . .Asst. Coach Joshua Manager Mayumi Komura, Emily Susott, Janessa Golden, Tina Boys' tennis--Nate Merkley, Chns Bolte, Laura Hochgesang, Lindsay Hildenbrand, Coach Pat Hall. Fischer, Brett Merkley, Trav1s Hoffman, Heather Hoffman, Kyla Theising, Michael Lamkin, Todd Gehlhausen, Shalynne Mundy, Molly Lamkin, Nick Weyer, Kyle Greulich, Kemper, Kristina Wendholt, Asst. Girls' soccer--Laura Hochgesang, Neal Knies, Coach Karl Hinson. Coach Rachel Hinson, Crystal Eckert, Autwnn Bolte, April BlankLnberger, Nicole Bieker, Lisa Demuth, Brooke Jillllopf, Renee Woebkenberg, Girls' basketball--Managers Hessig, Brittney Knies, Tori Beach, Amanda Verlcamp, Shalynne Mllndy, Laurel Dauby, Natalie Recker, Janelle Carrie Hopf, Manager Tina Crystal Dodson, Am4nda Gogel, Ali Weyer, .Ashley Recker, Nick Weyer. Hildenbrand, Coach Vicki Beach, Meyer, Megan Sicard, Lisa Demuth, Players Brittney Knies, Jill Hopf, Asst. Coach Emily Hauser, Bridget Stephanie VanWinkle, Ashley Meyer, Jenny Lubbers, Kim Hochgesang, Lindauer, Carrie Jones, Katie Schipp, Lindsey Hasenour, Kim Hochgesang, Laura Klem, Kelly Schroering, .Asst. Kori Wahl, Megan Hauser, Valerie Kristina Wendholt, Nilcki Berg, Coach Rachel Dlttmer, Asst. Coach Loechte, Stephanie VanWinkle, Asst. Jessica Chapman, Coach Brad Tony Hasenour, Crystal Eckert, Kori Coach Beth Rohleder, Manager Emily Fischer, Came Hopf, Megan Rasche, Wahl, Emily Mtller, Lindsay Fleck, Bromm. Carrie Jones, Kyla Hop[. Michelle lena Davis, Coach Marty Niehaus. Welp, Whitney Nord, Bridget Manager Sarah Hasenour not pictured. Boys' track--Manager Joe Hopf, Lindauer, Brittney Knies, Becky Enc Hempfling, Jared Wilson, Elliot Hochgesang, Steffi Mehringer, Boys' basketball--Manager Neal Sitzman, Jeremy Lindauer, Travis Manager Alicia Dank/, Asst. Coach Sltzman, Manager Andy Fleck, Andy Harpenau, Noah Brosmer, Alex Karen, Wendlwlt. Berg, Adam Brames, Phil Weyer, Potter, Andy Fleck, Matt Hulsman, Neal Knies, Michael Lamkin, Chris Brandon Schwoeppe, Mike Weyer, Boys' occer--Jared Wilson, Davin Atkins, Manager Nick Lane, Manager Chris Atkins, Brandon Betz, Nick Spayd, Elliot Sitzman, lace Joe Hop/, Manager Mayumi Komura, Winters, Matt .Atbns, Matt Durcholz, Hasenour, Daniel Dilger, David Welp, JV Coach Matt Sisley, .Asst. Coach Asst. Coach Doug Walker, .Asst. Jared Jacob, Michael Foerster, Curt Brian Partenheimer, Todd Lamkin, Coach Dan Lechner, Jacob Fleming, Bromm, Tyler Knies, Adam Niehaus, Aaron Sickbert, Geoff VanWinkle , Jarrett Paulin, Chris Schipp, Aaron Kyle Schroering, Chase Kippenbrock, Luke Rohleder, Matt Pllnd, Brandon Sickbert, Brandon Hop[. Tyler Matt Durcholz, Josh Jacob, Brandon Hopf, Freshman Coach Nate Foerster, Ben Schwoeppe, John-Paul Berg, Josh Hoppenjans, Hylln Chong Hawkins, Asst. Coach Gene Verlcamp, Matt Hasenour, Coach Karl Lu, Josh Lang, Tony Kemper, Ben Boehman, Coach Tom Beach. Hinson. Schwoeppe, Ben Sitzman, Aaron Trafton, Tyler Foerster, Brandon Wrestling--Managers Sha/ay Baseball--Curt Bromm, Aaron Petry, Brian Winkler, Ryan Becher, Lampert, Liz Steinmetz, Annette Ketzner, Michael Lamldn, Ryan Alex Potter, Asst. Coach Mike Klem, Jill Wendholt, Marsha Klem. Becher, Neal Knies, Jared Henke, Dorsey, Adam Persohn, Andy Fleck, Wrestlers Eric Evitts, Jason Harlan, Cole Uebelhor, Brent Wendholt, Kyle Charles Schneider, Lucas Wagner, James Fettes, Jeremy Evitts, Garrett Greulich, Adam Brames, Todd Stefan Jackson, Neil Werne, Kyle Atkins, Matt Gilmore, Josh Lange, Lamkin, Ben Sitzman, Brian Winkler, Lemond, Nick Winters, Ted Dilger, Coach Chip Elderkin, Adam Huff, Andy Berg, Jeff Zin.t, Asst. Coach Coach Ken Sicard Zach Abell, Brent Wendlwlt, Jacob Gene Boehman, Asst. Coach Stan 121 Index of sports team rosters ... continued Wendholt, As I. Coach Jason Neal, Ryan Uebelhor, Coach Bill Dittmer. Bolte, Stephanie Fischer, Jenny Luke Rohlefkr, Kevin Fuhrman, Zoglman, Anna Brier, Dana Mer: As t. Coach Tr(ll;tS Schroering, Girls' tennis--Jessica Niehaus, Coach Debbie Powell, Travis Pa , Coach Jarred Howard, Asst. Coach Stephanie Fischer, Amy Andy Huber, Ryan Uebelhor, J Brian PartenhLimn. Sermersheim, Kelli Foster, Laura Hempfling, Coach Bob Spore, Arn Begle, Natalie Weyer, Rachel King, Stan Kessens, Travis Goif--Arrin Kin , Brad Bolfkn, Dane Brinlcman, Abbey Sermersheim, Hempfling, Levi Brown. Vicky chipp, Ben Taber, Colin Austin, Steffi Mehringer, Sarah Kerstiens, Whitaker, not pictured. Brad Br r, Ross We r, Joey Vaal, Leah Schneider, Jessica Huff. Laural Cod · White, Chad Seaton, Brandon Dauby, Kyla Hopf, Amanda Patton, Swimming--Nick Schneifkr, Petry, Aaron Trafton Travis Ashley, Mullis, Coach Tara Shannon Hassfurther, Leah Schne r, Hempfling, Josh Schnell, Adam Uebelhor. 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Love always, We're proud of you Carl Mom, Mar Love, and Mamma Mom, Dad Curt and Jesse att Hackman Jdndergarten 135 Thanks for an awesome 2002-2003 school year Old 'fc1e Clla . Bowler end frr t ea on oo get Editorial: Cafeter· + tudent read Academi Bowl tam c omp te at 1~V 1ncenne lOOd need more C W:atherdoes Reta and NaHoSo will hold induction ;~e11 Spo;c;: N. Holiday Ball will be Dec. 14 Iller /Jeifo ame the ba d . E r/Jzallce n , wzn a prize Beth Students comment on 9-week grading period F P h The story of the Rangers' journey t r.wo advance to ;egional • • tes in fir t sec FP bowhng team parttctpa CoUeMr . Wol~ come home to p What did · ge preview: IU is · . A look into the M VISited by FP B r. Hagedorn graduates with the ~alass me PPb and d to~ asebal! te Edit AllB Sta~ ream epeat as s a':J loofcin s Wrap lip Re of ret . ectzonat ch g v FP brings dRibbon w!!fOing to th alllps back. o_ld ew lockers get e Do.rn tradztwns 1ammed __ M Senior carnival held Dec. 17 -- to take down sectional compe k FP wrestlers loo Coaches will emphasize sportsmanship J if2003 will graduate Saturday, May 24 zew look Cliff Leah will not be the r brea ~ lone wimmer th1·8 . ~-.x... Jn o-. Jc Pasti---~ year O ·e dangel?le Proves What student think of ov. 4 °1le F;ous for the 'War on Terrori m' • Stlldent bered for her mile g\ert lS reroelllFiddler on the Roof i going along moothly lways take new look for sectional win Conseco Seniors say goodpye to a place . Editoria1· . they ve called home ona1 . 1uniors are awful driver heerleaders lead fans to another great season mean to those who played at Conseco? ture R FP experiences exchange rate hers emembered b 2003 y teammates andfriends ial: What will it take to stop underage drinkin£ .> zriety Show 2002 has many great performances Isfi"n . F p h Guy repre ented on Homecoming Court tsh With as good start i . stery B lttc~cy /3 . n tennzs sectional tion a by---- IVL?Zs Intramural teams battle it out remy Evi ts advance to state The end has come. What is next, no one knows. ake the memories of this place with yo , and always remember your time h Your potential has been unlocke so set your mind free and soar. 688 This yearbook has been completed take pictures for the yearbook. We would mainly by trial and error. There were no also like to applaud Robert McCarty returning journalism II members, so we Photography for taking underclassmen, were only able to complete this book with sports teams, Prom, and Holiday Ball the help and advice of our adviser Mr. Ed pictures. Also, we would like to thank Walston. He walked us through the basics everyone who offered pictures when we and even worked with us to complete the were in need of more to fill our pages. yearbook after school concluded. Without Finally, thanks for the support that him, this book wouldn't have happened. everyone showed us by letting us vent Thanks to the teachers and staff who when things weren't going smoothly. allowed us to miss class time in order to Arma Brier, editor Tori Beach NaJhan Brig hi Alison Cooper Spirit Club, journalism science, health, soccer, track cross coU!llry cHeerleaders Malt Hackman Kelly Schroering Brian Winkler Brandi Weyer seniors. Dl, volleyball social studies FCCLA. FFA . graduation girls' basketball boys' basketball chorus, language 141