Technology Field
Dwayne Gaeke, Class of 1981
Current Role: After graduating from Marshfield High School in 1981, I worked as a Heavy Press Operator, Assembler, and CAD Draftsman before building a career in information technology. Today, I serve as a Network Administrator.
Favorite HS School Activity: Math Relays and Band
Most Influential Blue Jay Staff Member(s): Coach Siebert and Mrs. Bultas
Favorite Blue Jay Memory: Spending time with friends and being involved in school activities.
Advice to My High School Self: Enjoy being with friends more.
Steven Glen “Mac” Mercure, Class of 1980
Current Role:
Nuclear Power Engineer (Process Controls Engineer); former Country Radio DJ for KTTS and KWTO; Broadcast Play-by-Play Voice for Arkansas Tech University, the University of the Ozarks, and several Arkansas high schools; Computer Technician for public schools for 25 years. Currently serving as a Technology Technician for the Pottsville School District (20 years).
Favorite Activities in High School:
Watching and listening to Stage Band perform at halftime of Blue Jay basketball games.
Most Influential Blue Jay Staff Member(s):
Rick (Coach) Siebert
Favorite Blue Jay Memory:
Coming in early during his senior year to support younger students—giving back in the same way Coach Siebert had helped me.
Advice to My High School Self:
“Ask girls to go on a date. One very pretty girl in my class later admitted she stayed home most nights because no one asked her out. Also—go to at least one prom.”