Agawam High School - Sachem Yearbook (Agawam, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 204 of the 1969 volume:

 45- r,j f 1969 SA Agawam High School Agawam, MassachusettsIntroduction.....................................p. 2 Fall.............................................p. 18 Winter...........................................p. 62 Spring...........................................p. 92 Summer 'ib C Cj VULZ bZiAX.aJusl. fcjULfi ZZh-t C OOCZ; p. 118 A Time To Forget 7To Everything There Is A Season, And A Time To Every Purpose Under The Heaven KiJ • ■ 'Vi ' A • ' r ..;(■«- »■ •'«. .' Ov ■ M 'A Time To Be Serious11A Time To Laugh 14A Time To Reap17Class Of 1972 Spirited — an adjective which aptly describes the personality of the class of 1972. Their eagerness to become an integral part of Agawam High School is reflected by their involvement in school activities. With the election of class officers and student council members, the freshmen, under Mr. Bagetta’s guidance, launched a four-year career which promises to be both busy and successful. In order to stimulate more interest in freshmen football games. the class provided transportation both to-and-from games. To establish themselves financially, the class of ’72 not only collected dues but also sponsored a bake sale and a concession at the Winter Carnival. Truly indicative of the mod era was their “psychedelic dance.” Effective lighting coupled with the electrifying music of the Sharper Edge of Dull set the mood for an exciting evening. After an eventful first year, the freshmen can look forward to a promising tenure at Agawam High. Robert Ackerman Thomas Aequaro Cynthia Adams Stephen Adamski Ricnard Adclman Pamela Aldrich Maryann Alessandri Maureen Amaral Twyla Andros Edward Ardizoni Judith Arnold Robin Atanas Margaret Avezzie David Avondo Carole Babyok Linda Bailey Marjorie Baker Karen Balboni Gregory Balscwicz Richard Barnard Gary Battles Marie Beaulieu Theresa Beaulieu Michael Bclisle Barbara Bellcfleur Denise Bellcmore Joseph Bencrakis Bruce Benson Denise Bessette Charles Bcwes Frances Bigda Nancy BizaKenneth Blackwood David Blanch Nancy Blascak David Boldcbook Susan Bollivar Josephine Bonavita James Bonfitto Roberta Bono mi Peter Borkosky Joseph Borowicc Edmund Bouley Gail Branchini Scott Brindlc Garry Brinn Mark Bordeur Virginia Brown William Bruncau Donna Buck Randy Buiso Richard Byoreck Anthony Calvanese Debra Campbell Donna Campbell Lawrence Campurciani Joanne Camyre Donald Capponcelli ■» Anne Carey Leo Carey Ann Caron Robert Castellanos Mark Catchcpaugh Dorothy Cavanaugh 20James Cebrclli Ann Cesan Sheila Campiney Donna Charcst Ellen Chyba Gregory Ciak Felix Cincotta Nancy Cincotta Ann Cirillo Charles Collins John Collins Susan Colson Bruce Conant Pamela Conkey Joanne Cooper Donna Corbin Donna Corgan Gary Costa Dale Cote Diana Cross Robery Cummings Loretta Cunco Gary Cwikla Richard Dahdah Arthur Daigneau Rose D’Auito laiann Dalla Pcporara william Daudelm John Davies Alfred Davis Richard DcBiasio David DeChristophcr Donna DeCosmo Nancy DeCosmo Dennis DcMatos Linda DePalo Deborah Desiarlais Richard DcVall Thomas Dias Kathleen Dow John Doyle Lorelei Dragon Frederick DuBour Steven Duplcssis Clara Duval William Earle Diana Edmunds Cynthia Ekstedt Edward Fails Douglas Favrcau Fcmmcl Nancy Joyce Fcrioli Millicent Finch Deborah Fish Denise Fontaine Bruce Foster Elaine Frank Brunclla Fasco Deborah Fredcttc Roger French Joanne Frogameni Deborah Fydenkevez Denise Gagnicr Robert Gagnon Charles Gaudino Dionne Gendron Susan Ghedi Gaiy Gibbs Janice Goss Karen Gould Frank Grabinski David Graham 21Deborah Grassa Nina Graziano Patricia Greany Laurine Greguoli Cynthia Grimaldi John Guiel Dandra Haidemenos Debra Hale Linda Hanechak Elizabeth Harrington Wayne Harrington Timothy Harnson Glenn Hart John Hawes Michael Hedges Paul Hcppner Daniel Hcrscy Marianne Herzog Martha Hcyl Susan Hcywood George Hill Pamela Holden Melissa Holman Dorothy Holmes Gary Holmes Linda Howe Walter Hurd Diana Janick Mark Jenks Leonard Johnson Kathlyn Jones Frederick Kamiusk Evelyn Karakla Carl Karolinski Ann Kazantis Donna Keefe Ruth Keogh Linda Kiboe Ronald King Betty Kirk Deborah Knowles Francis Labun Margaret Lango Stcpncn Lefcbvre JoAnne Lavallee Joanne Leger Michael Little Thomas Locke Deborah Lombardi Robert Lombardi Ann Marie Longo Cheryl Loomis Michael Losito Graig Luginbuhl John Luginbuhl Robert Lund Edwin Lutat Deborah Lynch Michael Madamas Mark Magistri Kathy Malachowski Kathv Daryl Malloiy Donna Marcnand Robert Marcus Kathleen Marauis Anna Marie Mazza Donna Mazza Mark McLaughlin Lynn Anne McManus Isabel McMullin Sally Meade Robert Mcister 22Susan Metzger Nancy Meucci Michael Miller Paulina Mish Clifford Mitchell Albert Montagna Martha Moriarty William Morrissey Maureen Moynahan Kenneth Munscll Therese Murray Marlin Myers Dawn Nardi Deborah Nets Brian Nichols Claire Niemiec James Nolin Donald Nooncy Nanev Norris Eliza6eth Nunn Ted Oliver Robert Olson Robert Pagliaro Donna Parchick John Pavelesyk Suzanne Peloquin Russell Perusse Sheryl Pickett Micfiacl Pictroniro John Pilkington Raymond Plcva Dianna Ploof 23 Susan Plourdc Gerald Pomerant . Diane Pomcrov Beverly Ponusxy Daren Porter Debra Prcsz Sherrill Prout Jeanne Quill David Quintal Helen RacklifTc Martin Radewick Michael Ramah Joann Raynor Marcia Reed Jon Reske Deborah Rex Michael Rhcaull David Rhodes Albert Ricco Edward Rivers Russell Rivers Allen Robarc Kenneth Robbins Carl Roberts James Roberts Roland Roberts Steven Roberts John Robertson Dennis Rock Carl Ronca John Rosati Cheryl Rising m Atk t a a ffs 1 24Daniel Rose Paul Rose Beverly Rossi Christopher Rossi Linda Rossi Ann Ryan Jacqueline Ryer Frank Sanlincllo William Sapelli Gary Savaria Jeanne Scherpa Charlotte Serra Joseph Shacr Peter Shiblcy Diane Simmons Gail Simmons Paula Sirotka Scott Skolnick Gary Smith Debora Snyder Mitchell Soften Michael Spinclli Nancy Starzyk Christopher 'Stawasz Lori Stefanik Barbara Swiderski Lawrence Taylor Paula Theodorowicz Richard Theroux Lawrence Tiffany Shelley Titcomb Deborah Thompson Gregory Toezko Andrew Torino David Tourvillc Vincent Trimboli Deborah Turner Antonia Veronesi Diane Vetro Diane Walz Lynn Werthamer Marilyn West June Wood Deborah White Caron Wiggins Sharon Wiggins Candace Williams John Williamson Marcia Williamson Richard Wills Pamela Wing Laura Wylie Donald Young Valeric Young Lee Zonotti Barbara Cariani Laura Champagne Dennis Dyer Kurt Harmon Michael Moreau Nancy Palazzi Gary Randall David Schacdlich Mark Sullivan 25Agawam's Laugh-Out A poem by “Which Henny Youngman? We'll fight them all” “It sort of gets you right here At the bow of his mighty craft. Admiral Rudolfo cites land.“Poetry Happening” ‘The First Folio” Inspiration — self-expression — creativity — imagination — the motivating forces behind ‘The First Folio”. Under the guidance of Mrs. Mary Sypek, students interested in creative writing are encouraged to submit original essays, poems, and short stories for publication. All work on the magazine, from typing and printing to assembling and distributing, is done entirely by members of the club. A highlight of this year’s activities was ‘‘The Poetry Happening” at which students presented samples of their poetry. Mr. Stentaford read poems reminiscent of his recent trip to Scotland. Although a relatively new organization, “The First Folio” has proven to be a popular innovation among the student body. Joyce Tomski, Deborah Grant, Shirley Gcckler. Kenneth Strom. Deborah White, Beth Werner. Greg Balscwicz, seated Brenda Algar Mr. Stentaford recreates the rugged coastline of Aberdeenshire through poetry.O’Brien pops through the line from fullback as Tech looks ‘Now if I could just find my contacts.' Madamas deep in the hack field scrambles for the long run around end. Look sharp, ref.” As Maccy is assisted in pulling down an opponent near touchdown territory. w Scott Macey, Roy Wright. Hank Drcwnowski, Paul O’Brien, Ken Goodwin. Steve Grimaldi, Nick Madamas. Mike Piccin, Paul Vella. Chip Shearer. Bob Morin.♦ I Losito kicks high and boots the ball deep into Tech territory. In the open. Maccy strains to reach the ball held stationary in the air. Despite the snow. Co-Captains Piccin. Vella, Goodwin, and Shea listen attentively to Coach Kibbe's instructions. Time And Injuries Plagued The Brownies The Brownies experienced a disappointing 1968 season with a record of two wins and six losses. The first three games saw the Agawam men faced with stiff competition from Cathedral, Greenfield, and Chicopee. Heading into the last quarter of each game, the winner was impossible to predict; but, luck and time were on the side of our opponents. Altnough the drive and desire to win were strong, injuries also plagued the team and inhibited its early success. The come-back after such a depressing start proved difficult; but, working as a team and practicing diligently turned the tide. The Brownies were finally rewarded for their efforts when they defeated Westfield and their arch-rival West Springfield. The impressive victory over West Side saw Agawam retire the second Elks trophy with 6 consecutive wins. Standouts this season included juniors Nick Madamas, Scott Macey, and Mike O’Brien as well as seniors Mike Piccin, Hank Drewnowski, Steve Grimaldi, and Ken Goodwin. Returning to serve as the nucleus of next year’s team will be lettermen Macey, Madamas, O’Brien. Don Young, Don Progulski, Bob Morin, Mike Losito. and Dave LeGrand. Mr. Kibbe’s reaction to the upcoming season: “Better! Better be better!” Maccy leaps high to intercept pass from hands of awaiting Tech receiver.To show their appreciation for the cheerleaders assistance. Coach Kibbe with “friend” presented to him at the West-Side Rally, the team presents corsages to them. Row 1: Steven Collins, Hank Drcwnowski, Mike O’Brien. Nick Madamas. Bob Morin. Jay Shea. Paul Vella. Mike Piccin. Ken Goodwin. Chip Shearer. Scott Macey, Steve Grimaldi. Don Progulskc. Coach Janiszcwski Row 2: Mark Oliver. Chip Kistner, Paul O’Brien. Dana Raymond, Gerry Dublois, Mike Losito, Peter Nooney. Dave Quintal, John Pellcy, Roy Wright. Len Caron. Dave Gates. Mike Drcwnowski, Coach Kibbe Row 3: Joseph Russo. John Gruppioni. Dave Tangredi. John Caron, Kevin Sullivan, Randy Cushing, Edwin Adamski. Gerald Burke, Dave LeGrand, Mark Gibbs, Jimmy Dempsey, Gary Safford. Dave O’Malley, Coach Murphy.Assistant Coach Murphy. Hank Drewnowski. David Gates. Gerald Dcblois. Mike Piccin. Paul Vella. Ken Goodwin. Jay Shea. Steve Grimaldi, Nick Madamas. and Assistant Janiszewski. Dcblois leaves a prospective tackier behind as an open held lies ahead. An anxious squad wait impatiently for their chance to get into the game. Don Young. Jim Valenti, and Steve Pond - key men in the 1968 season.“Ladies First” Personality Club A successful Sadie Hawkins Dance set the tone for the activities of this year’s Personality Club. A rustic setting for the event created the “Li’l Abner atmosphere appropriate for the evening. Other activities included in this year’s agenda were a Christmas Party and a surprise going away” party for the club’s supervisor. Mrs. Margo Poulin. With the assistance of club officers Cindy Johnson — president. Gale Sullivan — vice-president, and Linda Higgins — secretary-treasurer, Mrs. Poulin directed informal discussions to assist the club members in their social development. Officers: Linda Higgins. Gale Sullivan, and Cindy JohnsonAgawam’s “Wits” Retire Undefeated Behind by fifteen points in their most important encounter, the “As Schools Match Wits” team successfully captured their fourth victory and retired undefeated in the first round of competition. Agawam's squad routed teams from Easthampton, East Catholic of Connecticut, Gateway Regional, and East Longmeadow. Team members Brian Blackburn. Richard Cimma, Michael Connolly, and William Walsh devoted many hours during and after school in preparation for questions ranging from music and art to sports and current events. Because quick recall of facts is the essence of the competition, Mrs. Libiszewski and Mr. Stocker drilled our “wits” to improve their abilities to provide rapid-fire answers. A chance to excel academically is not the only benefit derived from serving on the “As Schools Match Wits” team. The team member is also given the opportunity to experience competition under pressure.“Determination Overcomes Inexperience” Victory to most first year teams is an impossible goal. While soccer is not a new sport to Western Massachusetts. Agawam made her debut in amazing fashion. Led by Mr. Williard and Mr. White, the squad completed a record of S-S against experienced competition. Desire played a key role in this fine performance, for only a desire such as this team displayed could make up for a lack of experience. Six determined seniors gave stability on and off the field. Bob Quinn. Mark Holden, and co-captain Mike DiDonato played key roles at halfback, while A1 Wright and Jimmy Brown held down the wings, and Vic Beauvais played a strong fullback. With the return of many fine under- classmen. future teams will have a good nucleus. Bobby Brown. Tom Davilli. Steve Atwater, and Don Wheeler joined co-captain George Mickey as all-around stars. A good defense was the trademark of this team, with Beauvais and Larry Webster continually turn- ing in good performances. While lack of experience led to a low goal production. Tom Case and Steve Atwater staunchly defended the nets against their opponents. Next year will be a year to re- build again. ’ says Mr. White. He hopes for a fair showing in a strong Pioneer Valley League. A; indicated by this year’s performance. Agawam’s soccer team will certainly pose a threat to the league’s best. Alan Wright Mark Holden 1st Row: Tom Schlagcl. Robert Dumas. James Brown. Doug Borgatti. Robert Brown. Steve Atwater. Don Wheeler. George Mickey. Wayne LaRiviere. Steve Zam- bclli 2nd Row: Mr. Willard. Bob Scrra. Dave Boissoneault. Bob Leo- pardi, Tom Davilli. Mike DiDonato. Al Wright. Robert Quinn. Mark Holden. Ray Lcfcbvrc. Victor Beauvais. Mike Presz. John Kozak. Tom Casi Lari)- W 'bster. Mr. White.Michael DiDonato James Brown 35Administration “To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding: To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgement, and equity; To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels.” PROVERBS Mr. James Clark. Superintendent Mr. David Thcodorowicz. Assist. Prin. Mr. Raymond Harris. PrincipalMr. David Skolnick. Director Mr. Peter Mazza, Counselor Mrs. Elaine Dupre. Counselor 37 Mr. John Porter. CounselorMrs. Man’ WucsthofT. Chorale Mrs. Catherine Hallaman, Nurse Mr. Darcy Davis. Music Mr. Roland Pressey. Driver Ed. Special AreasMr. John Greene. Special Ed. . . All urge is blind save when there is knowledge. And all knowledge is vain save when there is work. And all work is empty save when there is love.” KAHLIL GIBRAN Miss Geraldine Schilling Mrs. Marjorie Campanella, Home Ec. 39 Mrs. Marjorie Kelly. Home Ec.“As he who is versed in the science of numbers can tell you of the regions of weight and measure, but he cannot conduct you thither. For the vision of one man lends not its wings to another man.” KAHLIL GIBRAN Miss Jane Durkan. Dept. Head Mr. John Bums 40 Mr. Edward Stcntaford Mr. Leo BurqucMr. David Pulaski Mr. John Whalley Mathematics Mr. Roger Lcclerc 41“Say not, ‘1 have found the truth,’ but rather, ‘I have found a truth.’ And the treasure of your infinite depths would be revealed to your eyes.” KAHLIL GIBRAN1 Mr. Gerald Griffin Mr. Peter Frasca“When you meet a friend on the roadside or in the market place, let the spirit in you move your lips and direct your tongue. Let the voice within your voice speak to the car of his ear.” KAHLIL GIBRAN Mrs. Florence Strasbcrg Miss Frances Strobclbergcr Mrs. Helen Krajewski Miss Sandra Stone 45 Mrs. Judilh Galle Mrs. Katherine KallochMr. Richard DudckMr. Werner Stocker Social Studies “But if in your thought you must measure time into seasons, let each season encircle all the other seasons. And let today embrace the past with remembrance and the future with longing. KAHLIL GIBRAN Mr. Joseph Zabielski Miss Caro! Ann BartolucciEnglish “You would know in words that which you have known in thoughts. ” Mrs. Frances Libiszcwski Mrs. Dorothea NardiMrs. Dorothy Holmes. LibrarianMrs. Lydia Blakeslee. ReadingMiss Judith Bonkowski Mr. F.dwa'rd Merrill 51Industrial Arts Department “Wherefore I perceive that there is nothing better than that a man should rejoice in his own works. Kahlil Gibran Mr. Charles Heyl Mr. Ralph Mcrullo Mr. Louis Bale 52 Mr. Henry Baker Mr. William GardinerCommercial Department “Everyone who is worth anything carries his higher nature with him into business and there as elsewhere he is influenced by his personal affections, by his conceptions of duty, and his reverence for high ideals.” ALFRED MARSHALL Mrs. Phyllis Robbins Mr. Rodolfo Altobelli. Dept. Head Mr. Charles Donovan Mr. Gerald Smith Mr. Chester NicoraPhysical Education Department “Even your body knows its heritage and its rightful need and will not be deceived. And your body is the harp of your soul. And it is yours to bring forth sweet music from it or confused sounds.” Kahlil Gibran Miss Dorothy HastingsWithout Whose Help, It Could-Not Be Done. Mrs. Stella 0 MallcyBright Colors — Exciting Sounds Band The electrifying strains of exciting marching rhythms never fail to heighten the enthusiasm of A. H. S. football fans. Whether performing in a concert or marching in their brightly-colored uniforms, ' the A. H. S. band is truly representative of our school spirit. Under the direction of Mr. Darcy Davis, this year’s concert band contributed to the success of the 1969 operetta How to Succeed.” The band also presented a concert at the Eastern States Exposition and held exchange concerts with Cathedral and Womoga Regional High School in Litchfield. Connecticut. Assisting Mr. Davis in the organization and planning of these activities were officers John Scherpa — president. Donna Atwater — vice-president. Norma Massa — secretary, and Alan Edwards — treasurer. Singled out as an outstanding performer was Donald Cabra. who was selected to participate in the Western Mass. District Band Concert.GATEMajorettes Donna Farina, feature twirlcr Barbara George. Drum Majorette Dorothy Green Nancy DcCosmos, Debra Dean. Linda Allen, Susan Affleck. Paula Hadden. Susan Affleck. Donna FarinaThe girls pause for a moment with “Ronald MacDonald”. Preparing for half-time ceremonies Standing at attention, the colors arc lowered out of respect for the National Anthem.Gregouli — Outstanding Characteristic of its short 4-year history, Agawam’s Cross Country team once more enjoyed a winning season. Although new to A.H.S., Coach David Beaver successfully guided his harriers to a 4-3 record. At the helm of the ‘68—69 team was Captain Paul Greguoli. who more than fulfilled former Coach Drabek’s predictions. Greguoli’s efforts insured Agawam a first place finish in most of its meets. Other Seniors who contributed greatly to the team’s fine record were Henry Waniewski, Paul Martin. Charles Parker, Stu Wilson, Tom Gilbert, A1 Leporati, and Don Lederer. Anticipating the ’69-70 season. Coach Beaver feels optimistic and is counting heavily on fine performances from Mike Simonds and Don Smith, this year's outstanding underclassmen. A fast start gives the lead to Agawam's runners.Henry leads his teammates toward the finish line. 61Class Of 1971 Innovation — the spirit which motivates Mr. Pulaski’s sophomores. The class of 71 began its yearly activities with a new idea for the collection of dues. As an effective catalyst to promote payment, a homeroom competition was held. Also breaking with the traditional practice, the sophomores sponsored a sock dance held in the gym. Three food sales were held to augment the sophomore treasury. To close out the year’s agenda the sophomores ordered their class rings, symbols of their coming upperclassmen status. Stephen Adams Edwin Adamski Theresa Alfano Brenda Algar Cora Altamura Nancy Andrews John Andros Bruce Arsenault Denise Ashton Stephen Atwater Pamela Ayers Anthony Barbato Louis Barry Donna Baruffaldi Candice Bassani Carlcton Beane Karen Bcauchanc Ronald Benoit Paul Bcrard Marie Beshaw Jane Biteood James Blanch Beth Blcws David Boissoncault Matthew Bonk David Borgatti Richard Bngnoli Susan Brown Patricia Brunelle Valeric Bryan James Brin Elaine BsharaMario Buiso Dwighi Cabra Brian Cahill Linda Campbell Santo Cannarella Lynn Caramazza Nancy Carpenter Laura Carr Thomas Case Vicki Catchcpaugh Ann Marie Charcst Beniamin Cheslawski Andrea Ciak Carol Cimma Stephen Cimma Angela Cincotta Paul Cirillo Gary Clark Nancy Coblcigh John Cogswell Steven Collins Louis Conte Bertha Cook Kathleen Crane Janice Crawford Karen Crosby Randall Cusfiing Rosemary Dagesse Diane Dalla Pegorara Hdward Dalla Pegorara Patricia Dalton Craig Damon 64Mark Duclos Thomas Davies Thomas Davilli Joseph Davis Barbara DeBiasio Joseph Della Guistina Debra Dennis Gan1 Desimone Mary DiClementi Kathy Dinccn Mark Dintzner Susan Dion Joseph DiVirgillo William Donovan Annette Doyle., M ichael-DKwnows 3l)“ r Joseph Dyfiia . n GcorgeTIaster P C Un Edwards Jarold Ellis I c Richard Everest 0 c' Linda Farnsworth Richard Fay .jj Michael Fenton ,, h c Jean Feme 1 ». o v i Cynthia Fern T ' Celeste Ferrara I William Fleming James Flvnn x- ■ James Flynn Michael Foley —. I Linda Fontaine T I Diane Francis t0o15;yl S i S' I Linda Freeman Betty Frencttc Wayne Gates Thomas Gentile Clifford Gibson Carol Gillan Frederick Giordano Sally Gokey 7 £ c Laurence Greer Rhonda Grant Cynthia Grasso Dianne Griffen John Guevin Ruby Guidctti Ann Guicl Cheryl Hale William Hamel Allan Hart Gloria Hastings Linda Higgins James Hill Theresa Hill Linda Heckman Marie Henson i Jbt ft v 1 P m 1 n t m a i; i T » r r • • m ffi li Q Kcrslin Holvc Dennis Hopkins Sherry Horacck Paul Houlihan Donna Hout David Huba Cyril Hutchins Gerald James Ronald Jean Beverly Jcnks Patricia Jensen David Jeserski Steven Kamyk Elizabeth Kana Kevin Kcclcy Cynthia Kelly 65Janet Maynard Linda Maynard Diane Knowlton Marilyn McCobb Patricia McCormick Paula McLeod Mary McMullin Claire Mclanson George Mickey Walter Milewski Antoinette Moccia John Molta Steven Monkiewicz Dominic Montessi Alphonse Morassi Donna Morrassi Gilbert Norris Paul Murphy Gary Nardi David Neill Jane Nicholson Andrew Nicroda Paula Nicroda Brian Novak Janet Nuzzolilli Maryann O'Brien Micnael O’Brien David O’Malley Patricia O’Rourke Paul Osypuk George Pappas Maureen Parrow Laura Paton Judity Pcscctta Calvin Phillips David Pickrcll Evelyn Pisegna Rosalie Placanico Theresa Placanico Deborah Ploof Eleanor Popko Jeffrey Presz Michael Presz Diane Provo Juliann Provost Pearl Puskey Marilyn Racine Charlene Rawson Dana Raymond Robin Rcnncll David Richter Sandra Richter David Romanko Allen Rosner Carol Rossi April Royer Joseph Russo Laurie Rycr Denise Sadak Gary Safford Scott Santinello Donald Sausville Thomas Schlagel William Scott Robert Scoville Anne Seidell Laura Serra Robert Serra Albert Settembro Monica Shepherd Mary Silvcstrini Ronald Sipitkowski 66Diane Shea Sue Sirotka Joyce Smcthurst Deborah Smith Nancy Snow Louise Spear Kathryn Stebbins Lynne Stedman Carolyn Stefanik Michael Stefanik Joanne Stellato Rocco Stellato Irene Stclmach Jay Sterling Paul Suffriti Sharon Suffriti Kathleen A. Swecn Kathleen R. Swccne Phyllis Swift Linda Syriac Donald Taddia David Tangredi Samuel Tamauskas Dennis Tatro Glenn Tatro James Taylor Paula Tinnemeyer Jeffrey Tisdcl niun» Tnrrr ISusan Kerr Elizabeth Kida Sheila Kida Peter Kinsley Steve Knapik James Knapp Jeanne Kudlic Donna Labun Gabriel LaJoic Walter Lane Jean LaVallec Susan LaVallec Nancy Leger David Leurand Jeffrey Leporati John Liptak Mary Longo Elena Lovolti James Luccardi Janice Lucia Patricia Lucier Anita Lynch Catherine Mahoney Judith Malanson Douglas Mai ley Bonnie Malone Donna Marck Richard Massa Cynthia Mathias Lorraine MatthewsStephen Zambclli Deborah Young Sandra Yclinek Thomas Wyatt Donald Wright Mars- Wood Robert Wodcll Gary Wing Kenneth Wilson Deborah Wilson Michael Williams Debra Willett Jeansic Wiley Cvnthia Wiggins Marilyn White John West Michael Welch Raymond Weber Patricia Watson Moira Walsh Sussan Wallace Deborah Wallace Brenda Walker Ann Marie Valenti cQvote RooLuz. Sabina Ugolick Clyde Turcotte John Fiorani Bill Rivers Ann Pelrine John Pcllcy Marcel Ouimct Jean Messier Marv Ann Klimaj 1 Elizabeth King . Marv Gloster 1 U Paula Gibeault | ' Robert Gaj I . George Galiarducci I yJ O-CLa. Susan Fusick 1 P Q X Shauna Barnard Creative Artistry With a penchant for capturing moments and giving them per- manence on film, the Camera Club members range from the slightly experienced to the quite skilled. This year the club, along with its advisor Mr. David Pulaski, stressed the more creative aspects of photography. These students of photography learn about the art, and are introduced at the same time to its many channels of self-expression. The photographer learns best by ex- perience which is acquired during the club’s annual field trip. Taken in the spring, the trip offered students the opportunity to practice outdoor photography by capturing scenic shots and ex- perimenting with color and light. National competitions add ex- citement and challenge to the studies of the Camera Club mem- bers. 70F.T.A. Gains Insight And Experience For the many students interested in a career in education, the Future Teachers of America offers an opportunity to become better acquainted with the teaching profession. Following the suggestion of club advisor Mrs. Nowak, various members of the F.T.A. prepared mock lessons which they “taught” to the other members, who acted the parts of elementary school students. The club members also observed a classroom situation from the teacher’s point of view when they visited the elementary and junior high schools this winter. To gain further insight, the F.T.A. invited the administration and faculty to an informal coffee hour and discussion period. To round out the year’s activities the club made a trip to the experimental elementary school at the University of Massachusetts where members observed an innovative curriculum.iW 4 S'- A Season To Build In its second year, the Agawam High School Ski Team under the direction of Mr. Joseph Zabielski experienced a building season. Losses early in the season resulted from bindings releasing, gates appearing, and ice forming in the strangest places. Seniors on the team included co-captains John Scherpa and Steve Meistcr and first year-man Bob Waniewski. Racers who returned from the previous season numbered Wayne La Riviere. Gary Toczko, Jim and Paul Houlihan. Bob Meister, Greg Toczko, and Dan Cavalco proved to be valuable new members to the squad. The team raced in the Valley against such schools as Holyoke, Westfield and Amherst. After four losses, the Agawam boys came through with their first victory over Holyoke Catholic early in February. Although ski racing as a varsity sport is young, success seems assured in the future as the team gains strength and experience.V 73Agawam's Spirit BoostersCultural Awareness Interest in the theater as well as contemporary literature motivates the members of the Literary Club. This year the club attended productions of The Sea Gull and The Millionaires. They also took part in a joint meeting with the faculty Reading Club to discuss Death at An Early Age. Under Mrs. Mackler's guidance, the Literary Club has gained a deeper appreciation of contemporary culture. Members look on as Nancy Osolinski examines a new literary work. Service First A desire to serve as well as to learn attracts students interested in a nursing career to the Future Nurses Club. As a Thanksgiving project, the club members donated I ivors to many children who spent the holiday as hospital patients. Under the supervision of the club's advisor, Mrs. Catherine Hallaman, the members attended a conference in November at the Hartford Hospital where speakers, a movie, and a tour of the school familiarized the members with the many aspects of nursing. The many activities provided for the future nurses will certainly provide them with a valuable background. 76Mirror - an appropriate title for Agawam's newspaper, as it is a visual and literary image of the school. This year the Mirror staff's organization, under Miss Bonkowski. was somewhat different. It provided for two associate editors, Cindy Johnson and Joanne Coupas, to work under editor-in-chief Cindy Milici. In this way a more efficient publication was achieved. The work of the Mirror staff' involves many things: securing ads, conducting interviews, and tracking down news stories, among many others. An added feature in this year's paper was a student review of plays presented at “Stage West.” Part of the work was accomplished during the regular journalism classes. However, much more work had to be done after school and involved a great deal of dedication on the part of the staff members. Fund-raising activities included cupcake sales, a stationery sale, and a movie which was shown for the children in the town. The money from these activities was used toward financing the publication, the voice of the school. Voice Of The Students 478Politics And Art? Richard Nixon, Barry Goldwater, Eugene McCarthy, Ted Kennedy, and numerous other political figures all contributed to the success of the 1969 Art Club. Because of their co-operation, the club was able to sponsor an auction of political memorabilia at the height of the presidential campaign. Money received from this unique fund-raising scheme helped to underwrite the expense of a New York trip to visit various cultural centers. Members of the Art Club, under the supervision of Miss Geraldine Schilling, are given the opportunity to observe and practice many art techniques in a variety of media. Not only is self-expression encouraged, but Miss Schilling's artists also offer their services in the preparation of backdrops and scenery for the school’s productions. Indicative of the contemporary nature of the group was the psychedelic backdrop created for the ’‘Faculty Frolics”. Assisting in the direction of the Art Club this year were Susan Parchick, pres.. Bill Barker, vice pres., Alexander Loss, treas., and Sherry Sausville, sect. 80Ascutney Weekend Highlight SKI CLUB The thrill and adventure of skiing make membership in the Ski Club an exciting experience. Besides several trips to Mt. Tom, the club highlighted its activities with a weekend stay at the Sugarbrook Lodge at Mt. Ascutney. The 60 Ski Club members find that not only does the club provide them with an opportunity to improve their skill but also to meet with others who share their interest. Under the direction of club advisor Mr. Whalley and officers John Clifford, Jim Valenti, Sandi Magnani, and Sue Piccin, the members of the Ski Club have had a busy and enjoyable year. 81Strength In Unity The Basketball team's performance was the highpoint in this year’s winter sports program as the Brownies posted an outstanding 14 4 record in regular season action. We were proud not only of the success that this team achieved, but of the total dedication that they displayed in each and every game. Together they formed a cohesive unit that few teams ever achieve. Indeed, they were a team in every sense of the word. This they owe to their coach. Mr. Cliff Kibbe. Seniors were ever present to add guidance and stability to the squad. Bob Quinn. Nick Madamis. and A1 Wright all performed well in every situation. A sense of leadership is needed bv any team, and the Brownies looked to senior co-captains Dan Ferris and Bill Clampit for that quality. Ferris and Clampit combined high scoring and dedication to give their team the inspiration needed for victory. Many outstanding underclassmen aided the cause. Co-captain Roy Wright, despite an injury, returned to the line-up and performed extremely well. Lenny Caron proved to be a top rebounder and Barry Cleary continuously displayed the great ball handling and scoring ability that he possesses. Pete Ronchi and Chip Ristner consistently turned in fine performances. A nucleus for fine teams of the future is assured by the presence of Bob Morin. Don Taddia. Ben Cheslawski. and John Cheslawski. Rebounding and defense were strong points, along with the total dedication that they displayed. A lack of continuous scoring and depth were areas that needed improvement. But perhaps that sense of dedication outweighed any weakness. The team played together to lead Agawam into a tournament berth for the third time in four years. Perhaps Mr. Kibbe put it best when he said. To be successful, you must hang together like a bunch of grapes, or you hang as individuals. Barry Cleary. Chip Kistncr. Bill Clampit. Dan Ferris. Lcn Caron. Nick Madamas. Pete Ronchi 82Nick Madamas 83Caron goes up for a shot while the two teams wait with baited breaths. Agawam’s cheering section vigorously displays their enjoyment of Jcd maneuvcrs his way past an indignant Enficldite. a casket made. 84Moose the Mauler puls opponent in traditional under-arm knee hold. 85 Look, up in the sky . . . Ferris, up and set for the shot.On The International Scene In order to familiarize the club members with the government, customs, and education of people around the world, the International Relations Club presents speakers of all nationalities. In today’s world where everyone is striving for international understanding and brotherhood, high school students are becoming more aware, and the IRC is the channel by which they can learn of the ideas and beliefs of people of all nations. The highlight of the year was a speaker from Israel, who discussed the Middle East crisis. Leading the club’s events throughout the year were Mr. Dudek. advisor, and officers Jo-Ann Della-Giustina, president, Katnv Keefe and Ann Burgamaster, vice-presidents. Diane Knowlton, secretary, and Scott Skolnick, treasurer.Academic Achievement Honored NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY To be a member of the Eleanor H. Smith Chapter of the National Honor Society is a credit to any student and is certainly an honor well deserved. In order to be eligible, a junior or senior must have an accumulative average of 85 percent in all major subjects and be a responsible school citizen. Led bv Richard Cimma. president. Robert Waniewski. vice-president, Kristine Raschi. secretaiy. and Alan Edwards, treasurer, the society strived to motivate student interest in scholarship, to cultivate leadership, and to instill responsibility. The formal recognition of members took place at an assembly when students received their pins followed by a tea in the library. With the help of advisor, Mr. Walter Willard, this organization was one of the most outstanding in the school. 87Slow Start Makes The Difference A successful beginning for any sports team unquestionably creates a positive psychological outlook. Unfortunately, the 1968-69 hockey team began its season with losses to a powerful Longmeadow team and division leader East Longmeadow. Guided by Coach Ralph Merullo, the spirited Brownies displayed fine team efforts, but in both games could not overcome a 2 goal deficit. As the season progressed, the team made a brief comeback with decisive victories over Holyoke and Palmer. This success was carried through to the end as the Brownies achieved an overall 8-6 record. Standouts during the year were Tom Branchini, one of the division’s leading scorers, goalie Iviike Drewnowski. center Tony Barbato, defensemen Jeff Prystupa and Mike Losito as well as Ernie Malone and Mike O'Brien. Also making important contributions were Ken Stawasz, Hank Drewnowski. Glenn GoulcT Steve Kamyk. Mark Sullivan. Don Wheeler, and Bill Sapelli. Because of the experience gained by this young team. Coach Merullo predicts success for future First Ro v: Coach Kunasick. Bill Hamel. Bob Frank. Tom Branchini. Bill Morrisey. Bill Sapelli. Mark Sullivan. Don Wheeler. Tony Barbato. Mike Drewnowski Second Row: Mike O’Brien. Mike Losito. Glenn Gould. Jeff Prystupa. Hank Drewnowski. Steve Kamyk. Ken Stawasz, Gils St. Pierre, Ernie Malone, Coach Merullo Mike DiDonatoHank Drcwnowski 89 Ken Stawasz Bob Frank Tom BranchiniA long reach is sometimes better than fast skates. Drewnowski vies with opponent for the puck. Goalies out of the crease arc open season as Branchini Coach Merullo offers the team a few gentle words of wisdom, skates in. y: ym m nn m m awn i Which way did he go?Barbato does some fancy stick handling with ref breathing down his back. A fine defensive play is in store to outwit this foe. Bob Hull winds up for his bullet slapshot. 91 Follow the bouncing puck.Class Competitions Mark Winter Carnival Weekend Blackburn steps on a few toes in accepting the first prize plaque of the Winter Carnival Snow Sculpture for the Senior Class. V rooTBAi Sue Egbert, our choice for All-Western Mass., flips in her piggy-back shot. The fashion conscious “cheerleaders send spirits soaring with a perfect rendition of rocka-rocka . In the crucial final minutes of the big tilt Sandy Brown gets way up with Gordy’s help to put one in. 93Class Of 1970 JUNIOR CLASS Able — the successful ventures of the class of 1970 have merited them this distinction. Indicative of this quality was their initiation of the policy of ordering class rings in the spring of the sophomore year. Sporting the symbols of their upperclass status, the juniors began a successful year by winning the decorations competition at the West Side rally. The introduction of a program to sponsor a concession at home basketball games proved to be a profitable venture. The majority of their time and energy was spent in planning the Junior-Senior Prom “Camelot”. Chairman Bob Eldridge along with Betty Kozikowski and Brenda Boldcbrook organized the evening’s events. Miss Strobelberger’s supervision of class officers Scott Macey. Bruce Cohen. Delora Argiro. and Jean Cressotti has paved the way for a smooth transition from juniors to seniors. Jean Cressotti. Dcbora Argiro. Bruce Cohen, Scott Macey David Adams Gary Adams Glenn Adams Catherine Ainsworth Linda Allen Judith Andrews John Angclopoulos Delora Argiro Susan Atwater Roger Ayottc Gloria B’abcski Kathleen Bailey Penelope Balsewicz Dana Benson Joanne Bcrkowicz Anne Bcshaw Leslie Bessette Dale Bcwcs Alan Boissonncault Robert Walker Brenda Boldcbrook Denise Bolduc Nancy Bolduc Denise Booth Douglas Borgatti Eileen Borgo Richard Bosini John Boucher Francis Bouley Darlene Bragg Richard Brandoli Teresa Brcault 95George Howe Jean Brindlc Robert Brown Susan Brown Ann Burgamastcr Gerald Burke Donald Cabra Kathleen Campbell Barbara Caramazza Michael Carlisto Mary-Beth Carney John Caron Leonard Caron Charles Cartcllo Cynthia Caruso David Casal Michael Casiello Michael Cassidy Linda Castellanos Denise Cawley Donna Cesan Cynthia Chevalier Joyce Chick las Ann Marie Christopher Albert Cincotta Steven Cirillo Dennis Clark Barry Cleary Holly Cloran Timothy Coffey Bruce Cohen Joseph Collins Patsy Corbin Carolyn Craig Elizatseth Crouss Michael Dean Michael Demko Nicholas Demko Pierre Dcsaulnicrs Marlene DiDonatoGail Donais Marguerite Donovan Charles Dore Sharon Doyle Steven Dralke Thomas Drummond Gary Dubour Michael Duffy Douglas Duga Robert Dumas William Edwards Carin Ekstedt Robert Eldridge Edward Ennis Deborah Eadgen Donna Farina Ernest Farmer Stephen Fcmmcl Phil Ferrari Kathleen Foley Robert Frasco Linda Fuller Linda Gcckler Shirley Gcckler Carol Geddis Karl Geiger Mark Gibbs Stephen Godet Laura Gomes Paul Gormlcy Glenn Gould Elizabeth Grasso Deborah Greco Dorothy Greene Gary dreer Claire Gregory Elizabeth Grimaldi John Grtmpioni Thomas Guevin Paula Hadden Darcy Hamar Cindy Harris Jacqueline Harris Sarah Hastings Linda Haynes Diane Hebert Linda Hersev Daniel Hoadlcy Bruce Holden Sandra Hottin James Houlihan Cynthia Janik Mark Jerry Judith Kana Anthony Karakla Madeline Karakla Debra Keefe Kathleen Keefe Bernard Kcclcy Stephen Kida Helen King Rita Kirk Charles Kistner Susan Knowlton Gene Kosinski John Kozak Bette Kozikowski Karen Kozlowski Roger Kupcc David Lacroix Nancy Lacroix Nancy LcFleur 97Priscilla Lajoic Jill Lanecvin NVaync LaRivicrc Dorine Lasky John LaValley Madeline Laval ley Nicky Lawrcnchuk Raymond Lcfcbvre Robert Leopardi Susan Litchfield Robert Loomis Craig Lynds James Mabrey Scott Maccv ' Nicholas adamas Mark Madenski Sandra Magnani Ernest Malone Bruce Mancini Todd Manville Concctta Mastroianni Nancy Matt Christina Maule Karen McCorklc Chcrric McCullough Karen McLcllan Christine Merchant Enrico Meucci Michael Montessi Ronald Morales Donna Moraski Michael Moriarty Leslee Muldrcw Stephen Nooney Esther Nunn Carl Nunziato Paul O'Brian Susan O’Donnell Mark Oliver Andrew Oumct Alfred Paicr Peter Paulson David Pcrusse Susan Piccin James Pickrell Gail Polacco Richard Ponusky Shirley Porter John Potter Stephen Prcsz Donald Progulskc Jeffrey Prystupa Debra Rachcle Linda Racicot Peter Ramah Richard Ramponi Ronald Richard Denise Rivers Kenneth Rock Rhonda Rogal Peter Ronchi Carol Rothus Dorothy St. Peter Vanessa Sandgrcn Eugene Sapelli Kicth Saunders Susan Scibclli Thomas Sharpe Randall Shaw Charles Shearer David Sherman Richard Skowcra 98Darlene Smith Donald Smith Susan Smith Richard Soderman Joseph Sorensen Angelinc Stellato Kenneth Strom Diana Subotin David SufTriti Gale Sullivan Steven Swinconck Donna Symanski Paula Tatro Mark Tease Neil Titcomb Gar) Toezko John Toclkcn Martin Tomaszewski Joyce Tomski Robert Toriani Douglas Turner Angela Vassallo Karen Vincent William Vinesett William Walsh Deborah Waterman Lawrence Webster Elizabeth Werner Donna Willett Cynthia Wills Martha Woods Susan Young“How To Succeed” Following an extremely successful production of “South Pacific”, the 1969 Drama Club produced another broadway hit, How to Succeed”. The demanding lead roles were played by club president Denise Hawkins and vice president Bill Barker. Both are accomplished actors as they have appeared in the previous operettas. To help eliminate stage fright and develop stage presence, each member this year presented a skit which was analyzed by the remainder of the club. This innovation proved quite beneficial, particularly for those who have had little stage experience. Acting was not the only emphasis of the group as the members also were instructed in the technical and directing aspects of play production. 100The Best Yet Victory was almost a habit for the 1968 track team as they romped to a phenomenal 12-0 Valley Wheel record copping that league's coveted championship. Mr. Edward Stentaford coached possibly the strongest team in Agawam history. With great enthusiasm, he predicts that the 1969 squad will be even stronger. If this year’s squad is to successfully defend its title, strong performances must be turned in by captains Brian Blackburn , Dave Gates. Paul Greguoli. Steve Grimaldi, and Bob Waniewski. Experience is on the side of the team as many seniors will be returning. Andy Arnold will lead the hurdlers, while Paul Martin, Charlie Parker, and Stuart Wilson run in the distance events. Gordon MacPherson. John Gormley, and Jim Valenti are slated to compete in the discus while Mark Andrews will run the 440. Steve Pond will be back at the shotput and Billy Edwards will lead the sprinters. Outstanding performances are expected from underclassmen Mike Simmonds. Rick Brandoli, Chip Shearer, and Don Smith. It is obvious that this team has the talent to produce, but it also possesses one other important ingredient: the will to win. Brian Blackburn Andy Arnold Steve Grimaldi R m I: Mark Gazillo. Ken Whitman. Gary Melloni. Chip Shearer, Mike Simmonds. Dewaync Raynor. Don Smith. Lawrence Fay. Brian Blackburn. Bill Edwards. Dave LeGrand. Mark Andrews. Mark Lomonaco Row 2: Mr. Stentaford. Jack Martin. Rich Brandoli. Nick Longhi. Dave Tangrcdi. Dan Sullivan. Andy Arnold. Gerry Burke. Bob Waniewski. Dana Raymond. Dave Gates. Tom Davilli Row Lonny Jerry, Pete Crollc. Kurt Raschi, Charlie Parker. Paul Greguoli. Steve Pond. Gary Roberts. Paul Martin. Henry Waniewski. Stuart Wilson. Alan Edwards. Wally Pieciak Row 4: Ron Boulcy, Bob Drcwnow-ski. Carl Schmaelzle. David Boissenault. John Gormley Steve Grimaldi. Jim Valenti. Gordon MacPhersonMark Andrews Henry Waniewski Paul Martin 102 Charles Parker John GormleyJames Valenti Gordon MaePhersonBooks, Books, Books The library staff is an efficient group of students dedicated to making the facilities of the library available to Doth students and teachers. Staff members gain experience in dealing with people and the workings of a library. Book fairs, held in the fall and spring, give the students an opportunity to increase their private libraries and the profits from the sales enable the staff to purchase more paperback books for the school. Under the supervision of Mrs. Dorothy Holmes, the library staff held a Valentine’s Day Open House for teachers and the adminis- trations of various schools. 104“Lights, Camera, Action” Indispensible to the success of the annual operetta is the direction given to the lighting crew by members of the AVA Club. The members also provide audio-visual aid to various classes, take care of all equipment, and run movies for the benefit of students. Under the direction of Mr. Roland Pressey and Mr. John Bums, the service offered by this organization has proven invaluable to the teacher in the classroom as well as to the entire school. Practical Experience The objective of the Business Club is to give students in the commercial area the opportunity for practical application of business principles. Their goal is achieved as members participate in the Student Store, direct the school banking, and plan field trips to various business con- cerns. Supervised by Mr. Gerald Smith, the success of this or- ganization is evidenced by the active involvement of its mem- bers. 105The Flavor Of Foreign Cultures Spanish and French Clubs A common interest in foreign languages unites the members of the Spanish and French Clubs to augment their understanding. Speakers who have visited Spanish and French-speaking nations provided the members with additional background concerning the culture of these countries. Under the direction of the club’s advisor. Miss Ida Moggio, the members of the Spanish Club became more familiar with the dances and music of Spain. The highlights of the club’s activities was the Christmas Fiesta, which featured authentic Spanish food and the breaking of a pifiata made by members of the club. Mrs. Strasberg's French Club made the giving of Christmas gifts to the patients of Monson State Hospital the focal-point of their pre-Christmas meetings. A spring banquet of French food closed out the agenda of the French Club.■■ The Girls’ Gym Club supplements the regular gym classes through its after school meetings. On those occasions, interested girls are given the opportunity to develop their skills on the various types of apparatus. Not only does the club improve their coordination but it also gives the girls a sense of responsibility and poise. The major activity undertaken by this organiza- tion is their participation in the annual gymnastics show. Their training is directed by Mrs. Alice Wydra and Miss Dorothy Hastings.Blackburn Leads A Concerned Council The objectives of the Student Council are to promote the best interests of the school, to establish new and maintain old traditions, and to secure better communication between the student body and the faculty. This year the Student Council, under the leadership of Mr. Gerald Griflen and Brian Blackburn, has played an important role in the functioning of the school. By attending School Committee meetings and sponsoring a Student-Faculty Committee, the Council has attempted to deal with some of the problems of the school. Not only was the Council active in academics, but it also undertook social functions. Monthly dances were held and a winter carnival program was initiated. The Council's interests extend beyond A.H.S. as members participated in regional and state conventions. Agawam’s influence on the state level was emphasized this year by the selection of George Bickford as president of MASC. Student Patrol A student patrol member can be found at any time during the school day invariably occupied with the duties which his position entails. In a dedicated effort to maintain order, members render assistance in the cafeteria, in the corridors, and at all assemblies of the student body. Under the supervision of advisor Mr. Zavarella and captain Henry Meade, the Student Patrol has proven to be both a positive influence and a credit to the student body at Agawam High.The catcher holds an empty mitt as Dclucci connects. Longmcadow batter stiffens as the pitch heads for the inside comer. Melbourne checks in for the signal as he winds up for the pitch. Bickford sizes up the batter. Shea at first is ready for anything.1st Row: Andy Ouimet. Jay Shea. Rick Saean. Al Smith, Gary Melbourne. Coach Robert Fassnacnt. 2nd Row: Brian Rosso. Bob Frank. Gerald Alfano. George Skowera. George Bickford. 3rd Row: Joe Corrigan. Mike Makich. Paul Cimma. Jim Collins, manager. Bob Frank in the Batter’s box gives the pitcher his fiercest A big score for Rosso look. Corrigan stretches for a stand-up triple. A backstop’s view of the game.Speed Plus Accuracy Equals Success For those students who are mathematically inclined the Math League provides an excellent oppor- tunity to exercise skills in challenging competition.' Twenty high schools vie for the individual school trophy in a stimulating contest of problem solving. The team’s members are directed by chairman Fred Kulas and advisor Mr. John Burns in their efforts to gain the championship with its reward of a $50 savings bond. As an adjunct to their study of computer analysis, the league had the opportunity to visit the Hartford Bank and Trust Co. and view their facilities. “Check Mate” Silence, yet a flurry of activity, characterizes the atmosphere of the Chess Club meetings. Once a week the twenty members of Mr. Stentaford’s Chess Club meet for tournaments which challenge their ability as well as perfect their game. Not only does the club sponsor student tournaments, but it also sponsors tournaments between students and faculty members. Although inter-school matches were not held this year, the club plans to compete against rival school clubs next year. 112Susan Brown Selected For A ll Eastern Chorus Susan Brown’s selection to participate in the All-Eastern Chorus as well as District Chorus highlighted the busy schedule of the 1969 Chorale. Other Chorale members distinguished by their selection to District Chorus were Len Caron. Neil Titcomb. Karen Kozlowski, Ann Burgamaster. David Neill, and Laura Wylie. Besides participating in the Spring and Western Massachusetts Music Festivals, the Chorale was an integral part of the operetta: its members formed the stage chorus. With the assistance of chorale officers Susan Brown. Carol Heyl, Kathy Ryer, and Dennis Biagetti. Mrs. Wuesthoff arranged for the Burlington. Vermont, chorale to hold an exchange concert in Agawam. The exchange proved to be a pleasurable way to end a very active year. 113Championship Within Reach Off to a good start, the 1968 Golf Team had the Valley League Championship within its grasp; however, a depressing late-season slump cost the fairway flashers their goal. Despite the disappointment, the team proudly boasted an overall record of 14 wins and 4 losses. Coaches Harmon Smith and Roger LeClerc are hoping that the experience factor of the 1969 team will prove to be the necessary ingredient to produce a cham- pionship team this year. Expectations are high as five of the key varsity positions will be held by returning seniors Ken Stawasz, Tom Branchini, Ray Rossi, Mike Di Donato, and Jim Brown. Vying for the sixth spot will be seniors Alan Wright and Mike Fazio as well as juniors Mike Sticca and Bob Brown. The combination of talent and determination characteristic of this squad should insure another successful season. Ken Stawasz, Jim Brown. Ray Rossi, Mike Di Donato. Tom Branchini1968 was a year of frustration for the tennis team as they compiled an 11-9 record under Coach Rudy Altobelli. The frustration lay not in the record itself but in the number of close defeats suffered by the team. Mr. Altobelli predicts that 1969 will bring improvement in many areas. Leading the squad this year will be Captain Steve Meister, one of the two seniors returning from last season; Louis Bonavita joins Meister in that capacity. Many fine underclassmen give the team good returning strength. Jim Houlihan, a junior, could prove to be the most promising player on the squad. Mike Stefanik, Paul Houlihan. Tom Wyatt, and Joe Russo all have earned their letters and should form a strong nucleus for this and future seasons. Should the youth come through, the 1969 season should be a great one. Victory Hinges Upon YouthSell-out Crowds View “South Pacific” TimDedication, Service, Versatility Versatility is probably the best adjective to describe Agawam’s Athletic Director Mr. Harmon A. Smith. Known throughout the Northeast as a true sportsman. Mr. Smith has coached in a variety of areas. His tenure at Agawam has witnessed many championship teams from football and basketball to golf and tennis. Undoubtedly one of the highlights of his career was the successful 1951 football team which played in the Peanut Bowl in Columbus. Georgia. His talents, however, are not limited to the playing field. Mr. Smith has shown himself to be an accomplished pianist as well as a man with a quick wit. Serving as master of ceremonies for numerous social functions, he has delighted audiences with his subtle but penetrating remarks. In the role of Athletic Director, Mr. Smith’s administrative acumen has been quite evident. Not only has he initiated new programs, but he has also maintained a strong and successful athletic department. Because of his devotion and singular contribution to the welfare of Agawam High School, the Class of 1969 dedicates the Sachem in his honor. 118Seniors As graduation nears, the dual nature of the senior becomes obvious: he is a man of the past and of the future. He clings longingly to the memories of his four years and yet anxiously, almost impatiently, reaches out for what lies ahead. He is at once at two places in time: the end and the beginning. SUZANNE AINEY Friendly . . . sweet . . . generous . . . persevering BRENDA ALDRICH Unassuming . . . amiable . . . New Hampshire . . . cmpathctic ROBERT ALLARD Hysterical laugh . . . personable . . . gregarious . . . humoristDONNA ALLEN Pretty features . . . bubbling personality . . . winning smile . . . sparkling eyes ALAN ALOISI Unpredictable . . . carefree . . . companionable . . . affable ANTONIA ALTAMURA Vibrant . . . effervescent. . . petite . . . witty PAULA ALVARO Talkative . . . impetuous . . . independent . . . no brakes - no gas MARIANNE ALVES Realistic idealist . . . considerate . . . introspective JULIE ALVIGINI A pretty girl subtle wit . . . candid . . . poised sincere MARK ANDREWS Comfortable activist . . . genuine . . . sensitive RICK ARAMBURU Openminded . . CHRISTINE ARES Reserved fun-loving . . . gymnast . . . capricious sincere . . . polite . . . delicateGAIL ARNOLD Sprite . . good naturcd . . . innocent . . . dedicated cheerleader . . . genuine DONNA ASHTON Demure per- fectionist . . . magnetic personality . . . perceptive DONNA ATWATER Spirited volatile . . . out-going . . . vibrant NORMAN AVON DO Calm diffident . . . talented musician singularDAVID BAILEY Goodnaturcd . . . retiring . . . intelligent . . . instrumentalist ALBERT B.AJ Uninhibited . .. stentorian voice . . . extrovert . . . jester DIANE BAKER Meticulous . . . positivist . . . self-confident . . . definite ideas 122 WILLIAM BARKER: Actor cooperative . . . confident opinionatedPHILIP BASSI Mild-mannered enjoyable . . . devilish smile -- VICTOR BEAUVAIS Aggressive . . . friendly . . . gregarious JEFFREY BELLEFLEUR Philanderer ... a tease . . . good-looking . . . beach boy PATRICIA BAVA Always smiling . . . flirtatious . . . exuberant . . . sparkling eyes ALFRED BEDARD Good-natured . . . easy going . . . amicable JUDITH BENJAMIN Sweet sophis- tication . . . attractive . . . mature outlook . . . cherishablc ROBERT BEAUCHENE Amusing . . . honest. . . jocular SUSAN BEIRNES Pensive . . . con- servative . . . honest . . . quiet manner DENNIS BIAGETTI A reserve worth penetrating . . . Italian . . . considerate . . . courteous 123GEORGE BICKFORD Finesse . . . garrulous . . . ambitious . . . sedulous CAROL BIZA Loquacious . . . devilish smile . . . mischievous . . . unpre- dictable LOUIS BONAVITA Mild-mannered . . . fun-loving . . . hidden abilities . . . comical MARK BIELINSKI Surfer . . . never at a loss for words . . . casual BRIAN BLACKBURN Strongwilled . . . persuasive . . . satiric wit . . . involved and concerned ANTOINETTE BONFITTO Practices yoga . . . unique personality . . . talkative . . . lively MARK BIRD Candid . . . comical . . . meticulous . . . aloof 1 RITA BOISSONAULT Persevering . . . sincere . . . shy LORETTA BONOMI Sincere . . . studious . . . congenial . . . band enthusiastANN MARIE: BORGATTI Charm . . . Cheerful . . . unpredictable . . . lively JOSEPH BORGATTI Friendly . . . JOYCE BOV AT Understanding . . . considerate . . . easy to get along with genuine . . . energetic . . . loyal . . . chipperSUSAN BROWN Exceptional musician . . . punctilious . . . All-Eastern chorus . . . happy outlook EILEEN BURNS Refined . . . sincere interest. . . affable . . . conversationalist ROBERT CAMPBELL A1 Hirt’s appren- tice . . . independent . . . happy- go'-Iucky 126HARRY CAMYRE Unselfish . good-natured . . . class enthusiast . unabashed EUGENE CANNARELLA Volatile . . quick wilted . . . sportsman . . . fun- loving DONNA CASPER Contagious laugh . . . bubbly . . . seamstress . . . amiable KAREN CATCHEPAUGH Devilish . . . Reticent . . . avid reader . . . carefree DEBORAH CESAN Terpsichorean . . . lively . . . amusing . . . Spring MARCIA CEBRELLI Persistant . . . excitable . . . flirtatious . . . haute coutiric seamstress DOUGLAS CESAN Quiet . . . natural . . . clever . . . practical THOMAS CECCARINI Carefree . . . fun-loving . . . unassuming JAMES CESTARI Casual . . . honest . . . unassuming . . . loyal 127LOUIS CHAMPIGNEY Pugnacious . excitable . . . youthful outlook ARTHUR CHEVALIER Amicable . . . cordial . . . neat dresser . . . distinguished DIANA CIBOROWSK! Warm per- sonalitv . . . sincere . . . looks on the bright side RICHARD CIMMA Dry humor . . . calm . . . bouyant . . . Epicurean WILLIAM CLAMPIT Hoop star . . . JOHN CLIFFORD Avid skier . . . carefree . . . hard working . . . devoted sincere . . . caustic wit . . . aware athlete DAVID CLOUSE Active . . . shutter bug . . . likable . . . efficient worker DARLENE CLOUTIER Happy . . . good-natured . . . sweet . . . reticent DONALD COLBURN Persevering . . . intelligent . . . affable . . . interestedDONALD CONKEY . . . Sportsmindcd . . . keen sense of humor . . . persevering . . . cooperative MICHAEL CONNOLLY Volatile . . . opinionated . . . radically inclined . . . concerned DIANA CORBIN Peppy . . . petite . . . intelligent . . . bright eyesBARBARA CORDI Amiable . . . Mathematically talented . . . Persistent . . . Reticent MICHAEL CORDI Diligent . . . Dedicated Student Patrol member . . . Conscientious DAVID COSTA Enjoys life . energetic ... ski buff. . . personable JOANNE COUPAS Sincere . . . honest . . . quick to defend a friend . . . conscientious DIANE COVENTRY Quiet . . . straight- forward . . . agreeable . . . “Union Gapp” fan 130CYNTHIA CRAIG Talented artist . . . animated . . . zany . . . impulsive LINDA CYRAN Easy going . . . fun-loving . . . companionable . . . diligent and reliable DAVID CREMONTI Inventive . . . thoughtful . . . flirtatious . . . sportsman MICHAELENE DALTON Original style . . . understanding . . . penetrating wit . . . thespian KATHLEEN CROUSS Romanticist . . . color guard . . . compassionate . . . sincere KATHLEEN DALY Imaginative . . . demure . . . perceptive MAURO DANIELE comical . . . sharp WILLIAM DAVIES persevering . . . dresser. . . nonchalant. . . impish sincere and honest . . . basketball fan SHEILA DAVIGNON Flirtatious . . . moody ... in love with life . . . cmpathelic 131ROBERT DAVIS Inquisitive . . . conscientious . . . serious . . . calm disposition JO-ANN DELLA-GIUSTINA Complete involvement . . . friendly . . . familiar faces . . . scholarly DIANE DIDONATO Pert and perky . . . genuine . . . appealing personality . . . amicable PAULA DEARBORN Hard working . .. loquacious . . . appealing smile . . . enthusiastic RICHARD DELLA-GIUSTINA Like- able . . . concerned . . . interested . . . reserved MICHAEL DIDONATO Sports-minded . . . affable . . . pleasing smile . . . inquisitive GERALD DEBLOIS Dry humor . . . carefree . . . reserved . . . mischievous GERALD DELNEGRO Considerate . . . serious . . . bowling enthusiast . . . unassuming RUSSELL DIMOCK Tall blonde . . . extrovert . . . carefree and casual . . . unaffectedROBERT DON AIS . . . Reticent . . . scientifically oriented . . . conservative . . . mild-mannered PATRICIA DOYLE Conversational case . . . freckles . . . demure . . . thoughtful . . . warm, sincere smile GERALD DREWNOWSKI Unpre- dictable . . . outdoorsman . . . motor- cycle enthusiast . . . devilish HENRY DREWNOWSKI Athletic . shy and retiring . . . pleasant mannerDEBORAH DUBOUR Impish . . . talented seamstress . . . talkative . . . likes a good time BRIAN DUTTON Outdoorsman . . . modest . . . unpretentious SUSAN EGBERT Lively . . . spunky . . . outgoing personality . . . friendly DENNIS DUDLEY Active . . . quietly appealing . . . thoughtful . . . ultimately cooperative LINDA DUPLESIS Casual . . . tranquil . . . oolorful . . . long dark hair LYNN DYNIA Carefree . . . spontane- ALAN EDWARDS Cordial. . . creative ous . . . excitable . . . alluring eyes . . . considerate . . . conscientious JOHN ELLIS Carefree . . . devilish . . . supineness MARGORIE ELLIS Pensive . . . mature outlook . . . congenial . . . quiet manner 134CYNTHIA FISH Petite . . . inviting smile . . . reliable . . . sweet DANIEL FERRIS Sophisticated wit . . . hoopstcr . . . genial . . . agile MICHAEL FAZIO Industrious . taciturn . . . friendly . . . energetic m P THERESA EVEREST Gregarious . . . never at a loss for words . . . bubbly LARRY FIELD Non chalant . . . witty . . . hidden abilities . . . alertEILEF.N FOLEY Likable . . . talented gymnast . . . taciturn . . . enjoyable PATRICIA FOLEY Subtle . . . reticent . . . dedicated cheerleader . . . quiet charm 136 TERESA FOLEY Genuine . . . knowl- cdgcable . . . gymnast . . . tremendous potential WILLIAM FOLEY Sincere . . . perennial smile . . . easy-going . . . thoughtful ROBERT FRANK Reliable . . . hockey buff . . . persevering . . . good naturedBARBARA FRF.NETTE Active . . . ALISON FULLER Mature . tranquil logical . . . gracious . . . modest . . . free-thinker . . . sophisticated MARGERY GALICA Vivacious . . . CLAIRE GAMACHE Considerate . . pixie . . . beautiful tresses . . . sincere good word for all . . . mischievous GAILGACONA Fashion-conscious. . . thoughtful . . . ready smile . . . mature outlook SHARON GARCEAU Unassuming . . . serious . . . sociable . . . honest BARBARA GEORGE Distinctive . . . stylish dresser . . . astute . . . Grecian lookJAMES GIGUERE Mild-manncrcd . . . devilish smile . . . astute LINDA GIRARD Vogue-like . . . unique . . . ebullient . . . seldom serious KENNETH GOODWIN Individual . . . confident manner ... a real gentleman THOMAS GILBERT Adventurist . . . JOSEPH GIORDANO Sportsmindcd idealistic . . . lively . . . good natured . . . uninhibited . . . selfless . . . worth knowing CHRISTINE GIROUX Loquacious . . . well-dressed . . . independent . . . d£gagc CAROL GOODWIN Ambitious . . . talented seamstress . . . creative . . . loyal and dedicated JOHN GORMLEY Nonchalant . . . ROBERT GOSSELIN Humorous . . . exuberant . . . meticulous dresser musical inclination . . . vigorous 138MARGARET GRAVELINE Sincere . . . concerned . . . feminine . . . warm personality ANN GRAZIANO Outstanding sense of FRANCIS GRECO Easy-going . . . humor . . . companionable . . . outgoing sincere . . . mechanical abilities PAUL GREGUOLI Track star . . . amiable . . . confident manner . . . pc reevering 139ROBERT GRIFFEN Personable . . . Athletic-minded . . . exuberant . . . able manager STEVEN GRIMALDI Retiring . . . penetrating mind . . . honest . . . distinctive WALTER GRZEBIEN Caricaturist . . . uninhibited . . . extrovert . . . penchant for stock carsDENISE HAWKINS Spontaneous . . . sincere and mature . . . soul . . . realistic idealist LINDA HOTTIN Unselfish . . . warm personality . . . sedulous . . . calm and composed CYNTHIA JOHNSON World traveller . . . gregarious . . . sense of responsibility . . . comedienne CHERYL JACKSON Stately . . . demure . . . unselfish . . . mature outlook CLARK JONES Reserved . . . artist . . . outdoorsman FREDERICK JESERSKI Socially involved . . . uninhibited . . . frank . . . casanova JACK JONES Genial . . . aspires to succeed . . . penetrating . . . gentlemanly CAROL HEYL Determined . . . MARK HOLDEN Tremendous gymnast femininity-plus . . . pleasant ... ... polite . . . car buff . . . unique accomplished pianist sense of humorNj ELIZABETH KELLEY Seldom serious . . . mischievous . . . likeable . . . retiring MARCIA KIDA Vivacious cheerleader . . . perfectionist . . . scholarly attitude . . . conscientious KAREN KIMBALL Special . . . RICHARD KIRK Southwick . . . auto- sophisticated manner . . . versatile . . . motive work . . . Southern drawl epitome of loyalty STEVEN KOVALCHICK Unassuming FREDERICK KULAS Math whiz . . . . . . leisurely. . . distinctive witty . . . astute . . . urbane KATHLEEN KOSAK Exotic striking hair . . . droll . . . hidden abilities DONNA LAFLAMME Unassuming . . . attractive . . . inviting smile . . . dilatory 142RODERICK LAMOTHE . . . Good natured . . . understanding . . . rock and roll enthusiast DONALD LEDERER Candid good-natured . . . carefree conversationalist JANICE LEGRAND Conservative . . . stylish dresser . . . lively . . . seldom serious ALAN LEPORATI Unpredictable congenial . . . determined . . . digag 143RODERIC LIGHT Gymnast . . . cyclist . . . Alpine hat . . . humorous JUDITH LOCKE . . . Vibrant . . . “orco” eyes . . . whimsical . . . engaging GREGORY LOCKHART Spirited amusing . . . sincere . . activistDONALD CONKEY . . . Sportsminded . . . keen sense of humor . . . persevering . . . cooperative MICHAEL CONNOLLY Volatile . . . opinionated . . . radically inclined . . . concerned DIANA CORBIN Peppy . . . petite . . . intelligent . . . bright eyesBARBARA CORDI Amiable . . . Mathematically talented . . . Persistent . . . Reticent MICHAEL CORDI Diligent . . . Dedicated Student Patrol member . . . Conscientious DAVID COSTA Enjoys life energetic ... ski buff . . . personable JOANNE COUPAS Sincere . . . honest . . . quick to defend a friend . . . conscientious DIANE COVENTRY Quiet . . . straight- forward . . . agreeable . . . “Union Gapp fan 130CYNTHIA CRAIG Talented artist . . . animated . . . zany . . . impulsive DAVID CREMONTI Inventive . . . thoughtful . . . flirtatious . . . sportsman LINDA CYRAN Easy going fun-loving . . . companionable diligent and reliable MICHAELENE DALTON Original style . . . understanding . . . penetrating wit . . . thespian MAURO DANIELE comical . . . sharp WILLIAM DAVIES persevering . . . dresser . . . nonchalant . . . impish sincere and honest . . . basketball fan KATHLEEN CROUSS Romanticist. . . color guard . . . compassionate . . . sincere KATHLEEN DALY Imaginative . . . demure . . . perceptive SHEILA DAVIGNON Flirtatious . . . moody ... in love with life . . . cmpalhetic 131ROBERT DAVIS Inquisitive . . . conscientious . . . serious . . . calm disposition PAULA DEARBORN Hard-working . . . loquacious . . . appealing smile . . . enthusiastic GERALD DEBLOIS Dry humor . . . carefree . . . reserved . . . mischievous JO-ANN DELLA-GIUSTINA Complete involvement . . . friendly . . . familiar faces . . . scholarly RICHARD DELLA-GIUSTINA Like- able . . . concerned . . . interested . . . reserved GERALD DELNEGRO Considerate . . . serious . . . bowling enthusiast . . . unassuming DIANE DIDONATO Pert and perky . . . genuine . . . appealing personality . . . amicable MICHAEL DIDONATO Sports-minded . . . affable . . . pleasing smile . . . inquisitive RUSSELL DIMOCK Tall blonde extrovert . . . carefree and casual unaffectedROBERT DON AIS . . . Reticent . . . scientifically oriented . . . conservative . . . mild-mannered PATRICIA DOYLE Conversational case . . . freckles . . . demure . . . thoughtful . . . warm, sincere smile GERALD DREWNOWSKI Unpre- dictable . . . outdoorsman . . . motor- cycle enthusiast . . . devilish HENRY DREWNOWSKI Athletic . shy and retiring . . . pleasant mannerDEBORAH DUBOUR Impish . . . talented seamstress . . . talkative . . . likes a good time DENNIS DUDLEY Active . . . quietly appealing . . . thoughtful . . . ultimately cooperative LINDA DUPLESIS Casual . . . tranquil . . . colorful . . . long dark hair BRIAN DUTTON Outdoorsman . . . modest. . . unpretentious LYNN DYNIA Carefree . . . spontane- ALAN EDWARDS Cordial . . . creative ous . . . excitable . . . alluring eyes . . . considerate . . . conscientious SUSAN EGBERT Lively . . . spunky JOHN ELLIS Carefree . . . devilish . . . . . . outgoing personality . . . friendly supineness MARGORIE ELLIS Pensive . . . mature outlook . . . congenial . . . quiet manner 134THERESA EVEREST Gregarious . never at a loss for words . . . bubbly 135 CYNTHIA FISH Petite . . . inviting smile . . . reliable . . . sweetEILEEN FOLEY Likable . . . talented gymnast . . . taciturn . . . enjoyable PATRICIA FOLEY Subtle . . . reticent . . . dedicated cheerleader . . . quiet charm TERESA FOLEY Genuine . . . knowl- edgeable . . . gymnast . . . tremendous potential 136 WILLIAM FOLEY Sincere . . . perennial smile . . . easy-going . . . thoughtful ROBERT FRANK Reliable . . . hockey buff . . . persevering . . . good naturedBARBARA FRENETTE Active . . . logical . . . gracious . . . modest ALISON FULLER Mature . . . tranquil . . . free-thinker . . . sophisticated GAIL GACONA Fashion-conscious . . . thoughtful . . . ready smile . . . mature outlook MARGERY GALICA Vivacious . . . CLAIRE GAMACHE Considerate . . pixie . . . beautiful tresses . . . sincere good word for all . . . mischievous SHARON GARCEAU Unassuming . . . serious . . . sociable . . . honest SUSAN GATES Ambitious . . compassionate . . . outgoing personality MARY GEOFFRION Fiery attractive . . . unpredictable charmer BARBARA GFIORGE Distinctive . . . stylish dresser . . . astute . . . Grecian lookJAMES GIGUERE Mild-mannered . . . devilish smile . . . astute LINDA GIRARD Vogue-like . . . unique . . . ebullient . . . seldom serious KENNETH GOODWIN Individual . . . confident manner ... a real gentleman THOMAS GILBERT Adventurist . . . JOSEPH GIORDANO Sportsminded idealistic . . . lively . . . good natured • • • uninhibited . . . selfless . . . worth knowing CHRISTINE GIROUX Loquacious . . . well-dressed . . . independent . . . degage CAROL GOODWIN Ambitious talented seamstress . . . creative loyal and dedicated JOHN GORMLEY Nonchalant ... ROBERT GOSSELIN Humorous . . . exuberant . . . meticulous dresser musical inclination . . . vigorous 138MARGARET GRAVELINE Sincere . . . concerned . . . feminine . . . warm personality ANN GRAZIANO Outstanding sense of FRANCIS GRECO Easy-going . . . humor . . . companionable . . . outgoing sincere . . . mechanical abilities PAUL GREGUOLI Track star amiable . . . confident manner . . . persevering 139ROBERT GRIFFEN Personable . . . Athletic-minded . . . exuberant . . . able manager STEVEN GRIMALDI Retiring . . . penetrating mind . . . honest . . . distinctive WALTER GRZEBIEN Caricaturist . . . uninhibited . . . extrovert . . . penchant for stock carsDENISE HAWKINS Spontaneous . . . sincere and mature . . . soul . . . realistic idealist LINDA HOTTIN Unselfish . . . warm personality . . . sedulous . . . calm and composed CYNTHIA JOHNSON World traveller . . . gregarious . . . sense of responsibility ! . . comedienne CAROL HEYL Determined femininity-plus . . . pleasant accomplished pianist MARK HOLDEN Tremendous gymnast . . . polite ... car buff . . . unique sense of humor FREDERICK JESERSKI Socially involved . . . uninhibited . . . frank . . . casanova CLARK JONES Reserved . . . artist . . . outdoorsman JACK JONES Genial . . . aspires to succeed . . . penetrating . . . gentlemanlyELIZABETH KELLEY Seldom serious . . . mischievous . . . likeable . . . retiring MARCIA KIDA Vivacious cheerleader . . . perfectionist . . . scholarly attitude . . . conscientious KAREN KIMBALL Special . . . sophisticated manner . . . versatile . . . epitome of loyalty RICHARD KIRK Southwick . . . auto- motive work . . . Southern drawl KATHLEEN KOSAK Exotic striking hair . . . droll . . . hidden abilities STEVEN KOVALCHICK Unassuming . . . leisurely . . . distinctive FREDERICK KULAS Math whiz . . . DONNA LAFLAMME Unassuming witty . . . astute . . . urbane . . . attractive . . . inviting smile . . . dilatory 142RODERICK LAMOTHE . . . Good natured . . . understanding . . . rock and roll enthusiast ALAN LEPORATI Unpredictable . . . congenial . . . determined . . . ddgagi DONALD LEDERER Candid good-natured . . . carefree conversationalist JANICE LEGRAND Conservative . . . stylish dresser . . . lively . . . seldom serious 143RODERIC LIGHT Gymnast . . . cyclist JUDITH LOCKE . . Vibrant . . GREGORY LOCKHART Spirited . . . Alpine hat . . . humorous oreo eyes . . . whimsical. . . engaging amusing . . . sincere . . activist ALEXANDER LOSS Bizarre . . . strong-willed . . . individual MARY ANN LUTAT Lady-like . . . gracious . . . pleasant disposition . . . reserved . . .LINDA MABREY Observant . . . un- assuming . . . aloof. . . never at a loss for words GORDON MacPHERSON Exuberant . . . Happening . . . mischievous . . . relaxed DEBRA MADENSKI Outgoing . . . energetic . . . diligent . . . color-bearer LINDA MANDRIOLI Inquisitive . . . romantic . . . ingenuous . . . whimsical PAUL MARTIN Long distance runner NORMA MASSA UnafTected . . . . . . devoted friend . . . strength of his considerate . . . pleasant . . . energetic convictions THOMAS MAYFIELD Subtle . . . Westerner . . . quiet manner . . . DEBRA McCULLOUGH Always cheer- good-natured ful . . . happy-go-lucky . . . diligent HENRY MEADE Alert . . . dedicated . . . assumes responsibility . . . loyalSTEVEN MEISTER Genuine . . . conversationalist . . . gregarious . . . concerned SHIRLEY MELANSON Devilish . . . coquettish . . . talkative . . . extrovert OAKY MELBOURNE Thoughtful . . . cooperative . . . good sport . . . sedulous WILLIAM MELBOURNE Intense . . . unselfish . . . amiable . . . daring LOUISE MERCADANTE Mischievous . . . contagious laugh . . . seldom serious DIANNE MESSIER Humorous . . . sensitive . . . friendly . . . good-natured JANICE MIERZEJEWSKI Outgoing . . . adventurous . . . full of life . . . typical Aries CYNTHIA MILICI Punctilious ... the Editor . . . trustworthy . . . mature outlook BONNIE MILLAR Warm personality . . . true friend . . . bubbly laugh . . . creativePETER MONTAGNA Witty . . . con- fident manner . . . humorous . . . uninhibited SUSAN MONTAGNA Appealing smile . . . pert . . . gracious . . . industrious DEBORAH MONTANARI Sincere . bright eyes . . . exuberant mischievousDANIEL MORASKI Warm personality . . . unique . . . dialectician . . . individual style STEPHEN MORAWSKI Outdoorsman . . . accepts a challenge . . . friendly STEVEN MORRIS Hard worker . . . taciturn . . . cooperative . . . sports enthusiast 148NANCY MORYTKO Understanding . . . mature outlook . . . pleasant disposition JOHN NAHAJLO Verbose . . . unin- hibited . . . candid . . . satanic GAIL NUZZOLILLI Fashion conscious . . . reserved . . . individual . . . voluble RICHARD MUNSELL Congenial . . . .nviting smile . . . outgoing personality . . . carefree JEFFREY NASSIF Unique . . . non- chalant . . . unassuming . . . hidden abilities CAROL O'CONNOR Flirtatious . . . extrovert . . . effervescent . . . compassionate VICTORIA MUNSELL Sincere . . . well-dressed . . . generous . . . pleasant BRUCE NUNN Persevering . . . unaffected . . . amiable personality . . . analytical mind BARBARA O'REILLY Subtle wit . . . cosmopolitan . . . dramatic abilities . . . distinctive 149NANCY OSOLINSKI Creative . . . distinctive wit ... unpredictable . . . ebullient SUSAN PARCHICK Ski buff talented . . . caustic wit. . . fragile CHARLES PARKER Gymnast . . . even tempered . . . handsome . . . devoted friend RANDALL PARKER Individualist . . . artistic talent . . . reticent . . . unexpected abilities RICHARD PARO Mischievous . . . unaffected . . . nonchalant CHARLES PATNODE Sincere . . . musical interests . . . reserved . . . unaffected MARLA PECKHAM Shy smile . . . demure . . . humorous . . . lively REGINA PERETTI Carefree . . . vol- atile . . . epitome of sincerity . . . con- servative ROLAND PERKINS Unassuming . . . casual . . . band enthusiast. . . amiableRICHARD PERRY Agile inexhaustible energy . . . outgoing . . . comical RUTH PERRY Coy ... confident manner . . . uninhibited . . . boisterous PATRICE PETERSON Whimsical . . . mature outlook . . . aesthete ... a reserve worth penetrating MICHAEL PICCIN Infectious laugh . . . hilarious . . . casual attitude . . . gregarious MARY PIETRONIRO Captivating smile . . . lovable . . . expressive eyes . . . pleasant DAVID PISANO Aloof . . . conscr- vativc . . . the other half . . . taciturn DONALD PISANO One of a pair . . . intent . . . reserved . . . personable FRANCES PISEGNA Graceful . . . mild-mannered . . . attractive . . . agile cheerleader CHERYL POMEROY Unpredictable . . . devilish glint . . . talkative . . . inexhaustible energy STEVEN POND Concerned . . . athletic minded . . . congenial . . . intent 152PAUL PORLIER Relaxed . mild DANA POTTER Candid . . . comical mannered . . . affable . . . extrovert . . . adventurous MICHAEL PROUT Lively . . . con- genial . . . amusing . . . unselfish ROBERT QUINN Witty . . . athletic talent . . . amusing . . . pugnacious MARGUERITE PROVOST Casual outlook . . . excitable . . . devilish glint . . . friendly KRISTINE RASCHI Vivacious . . . sparkling eyes . . . astute . . . hyper-excitable RONALD POWERS Quiet manner . . . personable . . . baseball enthusiast . . . gentleman JAMES QUACKENBUSH Serious na- ture . . . enjoyable . . . mechanical abilities . . . responsible 153DEBRA REED Retiring . . . pleasant manner . . . sincere . . . unassuming GARY RIVERS Affable . . . determined . . . thoughtful . . . taciturn JOYCE REMINGTON Aloof . . . hidden abilities . . . determined . . . intent 1 I SUSAN ROMANKO Spontaneous . . . devilish smile . . . exuberant. . . seldom serious DEBORAH RICCO Energetic . . . outgoing personality . . . studious . . . strong willed CATHARINE ROMANOWSKI Easy- going . . . content . . . likable . . . attractive ROBERT ROOSA Concerned . . . imaginative . . . conversationalist . . . individual SHIRLEY ROSS Congenial . . under- RAYMOND ROSSI Golf pro standing . . . pleasant dispostion . . . extrovert . . . placid manner . . . Loquacious 154KATHRYN RYER Flirtatious energetic . . . fanciful . . . chatterer LINDA ST. PETER Intense talented . . . reserved . . . sylph-like CHRISTINE SANTANIELLO Cheerful outlook . . . loyal. . . inviting smile . . . carefree MARGARET SANTINELLO Petite . . . flambuoyant. .. impetuous .. . humorous 155LINDA SAPELLI Good friend . . . concerned . . . athletic interests RICHARD SASSARONE Unpredictable . . . Zealous . . . comical RONALD SASSARONE Frank . . . strong-minded . . . happy-go-lucky'NANCY SCALA Impulsive ... in- dustrious . . . seldom serious . . . Ilam- bouyant JEFFREY SCHLAGEL Jokester . . . genuine . . . outdoorsman . . . strategist VICTORIA SHIBLEY Tranquil . . . amicable . . . meticulous dresser . . . considerate DOLORES SCHERPA Engaging . . . quiet manner . . . gracious . . . infectious laugh RUSSELL SCOTT Cordial . . . inviting smile . . . persevering . . . nonchalant BETH STANSFIELD Gracious . . . responsible . . . academic interests . . . reserved JOHN SCHERPA Gregarious . . . dynamic . . . cooperative . . . unaffected JOHN SHEA Carefree . . . athletic . . . concerned . . . worldly KENNETH STAWASZ Determined . . . reliable . . . ‘ duffer” . . . quite charmerLINDA STROLE Never at a loss for words . . . impetuous . . . devilish glint VICTORIA SUBOTIN Attractive eyes SHERYL SWARTZ Color guard . . . . . . fashion conscious . . . exuberant winning smile . . . practical . . . enthusiastic STEVEN SWEENEY Theatrical interests . . . unique . . . individualistic thinker RICHARD TAYLOR Subdued unassuming . . . easy-going outdoorsman ROBERT THERIEN Hidden abilities . . . honest . . . reserved JANET THOMPSON Femininity - plus . . . ambitious . . . intriguing . . . dedicated TINA TINNEMEYER Active . . . gen- PAUL TOELKEN Free-thinker . . . uine . . . pleasant disposition ... re- original . . . serious . . . intense liable 158ADAM TOMASZEWSK1 Perceptive . . . imaginative . . . creative nature . . . mature MAJORIE TOMSK I Felicitous . . . romantic outlook . . . engaging personality . . . intellectual KAREN TORRE Artistic . . . winning smile . . . garrulous . . . excitable THERESA TRIMBOLI Reserved . . . aloof. . . serious . . . pleasant manner MICHAEL TYLER Nonconformist . . . comical . . . youthful outlook . . . distinctive JAMES VALENTI Interested . . . constant smile . . . idealistic . . . worth listening to 159PAUL VELLA Impish grin . . . genuine . . . magnetic personality . . . charmer FRANK VERTERAMO Full-of-fun . . . complacent . . . uninhibited . . . nonchalant VICKI VIENS Unpredictable . . . ROSEMARIE VETRO Fun-loving. . . honest . . . pleasant disposition . . . efficient. . . quiet manner . . . tacitum congenialRANDY WALZ Enjoyable energelic . . . skillful gymnast . . . thoughtful CAROL WANIEWSKI Impish . . . full of fun ... conversationalist . . . energetic ROBERT WANIEWSKI Distinctive . . . penetrating mind . . . idealistic . . . engaging personality THEODORE WATERMAN Placid . . . devilish . . . congenial . . . amicable BARBARA WEST Demure . . sincere CHERYL WHITE Pert . . . talkative . . . personable . . . idealistic . . . engaging . . . exuberant i HENRY WANIEWSKI Personable . . . excitable . . . responsible . . . determined SUSAN WEBSTER Aloof . . . sincere . . . warm personality ROBERT WHITE Casual unpredictable . . . lackadaisicalALICE WHITTIER Whimsical . . . JOAN WIERZBOWSKI Amicable . . intriguing . . . outgoing . . . distinctive unselfish . . . efficient . . . dependable JAMES WILEY Handsome interested . . . cosmopolitan confident CHERYL WILSON Flirtatious . . . active . . . winning smile . . . full of fun W JUANITA WOOD Thoughtful . . . ALAN WRIGHT Confident manner understanding . . . selfless . . . friendly . . . congenial . . . meticulous dresser . . . extrovert DAVID WILEY Mischievous unpredictable . . . appealing philanderer STUART WILSON Unique personality . . . excitable . . . long distance runner . . . persistent HAROLD WRIGHT Tennis minded . . . ham operator . . . nonchalant . . . conservative 162FREDERICK WYATT Voluble . . . expressive . . . adventurous LINDA YOUNG Unselfish considerate . . . amiable . . . contagious laugh GEORGE HUBA Ambitious scholarly . . . early admission inquisitive“Rhapsody In Blue” Suzanne Aincy 279 Adams St. Field Hockey'1. 2, 3. Inter Class Play 2. Prom Comm. 3, Brenda J. Aldrich 63 High St. Gym Show 1. Operetta 3 Robert M. Allard 46 Barn Road Drama Club 1. 2. 4. Art Club 4. Inter Class Play 2. Operetta I Donna M. Allen 278 Silver St. Mirror Stall'4. Library Staff 3. 4. Drama Club 2. 3, Personality Club 2, 3. 4, IRC 2. 3. Operetta 2. 3. Prom Comm. 3. Grad Usherette 3. Class Party Comm. 4 Alan R. Aloisi 25 Highland Avc. Antonia Altamura 21 Granger Dr. Paula C. Alvaro 37 Howard Street Mirror Staff 3. 4. underclass editor 4. Personality Club I, 2, 3. 4. Red Cross I. 2. Business Club 3. 4 3. 4 president 4 Spanish Club 2. 3. 4 pres. 4 Operetta 2. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Girls State 4 Spanish Honor Society Award from Nat’l Assoc, of Teachers of Spanish Donna L. Atwater 20 Haskcl Street. Library Staff 3. 4 Personality Club 2. 3 Band 1. 2. 3. 4 Secretary 3 Vice-president 4 Color Guard 3, 4 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4 Chorale 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Norman Avondo 9 King Avenue AVA I. 2 Operetta 1. 2. 3 David C. Bailey 71 Florida Drive Track 2 Albert L. Baj 108 Moore Street Chemistry Club 3 Chess Club 4 Class Party Comm. 4 Diane Baker 51 Vadnais Street Library Staff 3 FTA 3 French Club I Personality Club 2. 3, 4 IRC 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Marianne F. Alves 53 Fairview St. FTA 2, 3. Spanish Club 2. Personality Club 2, 3 Julie M. Alvigini 580 North St. Mirror Staff 3. 4. Personality Club 2. 3. 4 IRC 4 Class Partv Comm. 4 Home Room Rep. 1. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Junior Marshall 3 Mark L. Andrews 629 Main Street Ski Club 3. 4 Camera Club 2, 3 Football 2 Track 2. 3. 4 Class Party Comm. 4 Rick J. Aramburu 56 Bricn Street Christine M. Arcs 104 Ridgeway Drive National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Patrol 4. Mirror 3. 4 exchange editor 4 FTA 2. 3. 4 Latin Club 4 Biology Club 3. 4 IRC I. 2. 3. 4 Andrew D. Arnold 75 Suffield Street Chess Club 4 Track 4 •Gail A. Arnold 546 Springfield Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 FTA 3. 4 Personality Club 2. 3 Cheerleader 1. 2. 3. 4 Chorus 1, 2 Class Party Comm 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Donna L. Ashton 22 Briarcliff Drive National Honor Society 3, 4 Sachem Staff 4 Mirror Staff 3 FTA 1,2, Barry Baldwin 76 Florida Drive William Barker 35 Mountainview Street Philip Bassi 36 Oak Hill Avenue Patricia A. Bava Art Club 2 56 Spencer Street Robert B. Beauchene Gym Show 1, 2. 3. 4 647 Springfield Street Victor A. Beauvais Soccer 4 112 Mill Street Alfred P. Bedard Ski Club 1. 2 IRC 2 50 School Street Susan P. Beirnes Red Cross 1. 2 Operetta 3. 4 56 Country Road Jeffrey Bellcfleur 61 Parker Street Judith A. Beniamin 115 Spencer Street Nurses Club 3. 4 pres. 4 Personality Club 2 Tennis 3 Dennis J. Biagetti 50 South Park TerraceSki Club I. 2. 3. 4 Football I Hockey 2 Gym Show 3 Operetta I. 2. William G. Clampit 26 Dyottc Street 3. 4 Chorale I. 2, 3. 4 treasurer 4 Business Club 4 Vice-president 4 Biology Club 3. Basketball I. 2. 3, 4 co-captain 4. Cross Country I, 2 George B. Bickford 35 Elbert Road National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Council 3. 4 Chemistry Club 3 Chess Club I. 2 Football I. 2. 3 Basketball I Baseball I. 2. 3. 4 Math Club 4 Operetta 4 Class Party Comm. 2. 3, 4 Home Room Rep 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Vice-president 2 Class President 3. 4 President of Mass. Assoc, of Student Councils. Boys State 4, Model Congress 4 Good Gov’t Day 4 National Youth’ Conference of the Atom 4 Rennselaer Math and Science Award Mark Biclinski 101 Morris Street Mark Bird 71 Liberty Street John W. Clifford 126 Albert Street Ski Club 1. 2. 3. 4 president 4 Football I Gym Show 2. 3. 4 Darlene M. Cloutier 14 Northwestficld Street Reading Club 2 Donald Colburn Parkview Drive Sally J. Colli 33 Prospect Street Student Council I. 2. 3. 4 secretary 3. Vice-president 4. Sachem Staff 4 Student Patrol 4 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club 3 Chorus 2 Prom Comm 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Carol Biza 40 Monroe Street Brian L. Blackburn 56 Emerson Road National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Council I. 2. 3. 4 treasurer 3 6resident 4. Mirror Staff 4. Drama Club 2 AVA 2 Biology Club 3 askctball I Track 2, 3. 4 co-captain 4 Cross Country I Operetta 2 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Vice-President 4 As Schools Match Wits Team 3. 4 Model Congress 3 Dartmouth Book Award. Cornell Day Representative Rita Boissonault 321 Springfield Street Antoinette Bonfitto 1% Shoemaker Lane Barbara Compton 43 Norman Terrace Donald Conkey 64 Doanc Avenue Michael A. Connolly 17 Oak Hill Lane Sachem Staff 4. Student Council 3. 4 Mirror Staff 3. Drama Club 4. Ski Club 4 Camera Club 1. 2. 3. 4 treasurer 2 president 3. 4 Chess Club I. 2 Golf I. 2. 4 Band 2. 3. 4 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Diana L. Corbin 131 River Road National Honor Society 3. 4 Mirror Staff 3. Drama Club I. 2. 3. 4 IRC 2. Chess Club 4. band 3, 4 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Chorus 4 Prom Comm. 3 Loretta Bonomi Ann Borgatti Joseph Borgatti Joyce Bo vat Thomas Branchini James Brown 49 Shoemaker Lane 45 High Street 114 Franklin Street Barbara M. Cordi 259 South Street Personality Club 2. 3 Chorus 1. Prom Comm. 3 Michael J. Cordi 187 Corey Street Student Patrol 3. 4 .... 0 David Costa 55 Clematis Road 44 River Street Joanne L. Coupas 187 South Westfield Street 437 North Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Mirror Staff 3. 4 feature editor 4 FT A 3. 4 Personality Club 2. 5. 4 IRC 2. 3 Inter-Class Play I. 2 Class Party 466 North Westfield Street Comm. 2. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Winter Carnival 4 Kathleen Brown Sandra Brown 663 North Westfield Street Diane F. Coventry 963 Main Street Mirror Staff 3. Library Staff 4. FTA 2. 3. 4 Drama Club 3. 4 Spanish 325 North Street Club 2 Operetta 1. 3 Chorus I. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Grad Usherette 3. Susan C. Brown 1324 Main Street National Honor Society 3. 4 FTA 4. Drama Club I. 2. 3. 4 Spanish Club 2 Band I. 2. 3. 4 Operetta I. 2. 3 Chorus 1, 2. 3. 4 Chorale I, 2, 3. 4 president 4 Eileen M. Burns 779 River Road Student council I. 2. 3. 4 Student Patrol 3 Library Staff 2. 3. 4 Drama Club I. 2 Spanish Club 2. 3 treasurer 3 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Inter-Class Play 1. Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Chorus 1. 2 Chorale 2 Class Party Comm. I. 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Class Secretary 3. 4 Chairman of Winter Carnival 4 Spanish Nat’l Honor Society Robert Campbell Harry Camyrc Eugene Cannarclla Donna Casper 52 Adams Street 320 North Street 857 North Street 23 Portland Street Karen Catchcpaugh 24 Mill Street Marcia J. Cebrelli 14 Prospect Student Patrol 3. Mirror Staff 3. 4 editor 4. FTA 4 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club 4 Home Room Rep. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Thomas Ceccarini 51 Howard Street Deborah Cesan 363 North West Street Douglas Cesan James J. Cestari Louis Champiney 173 North West Street 20 Maynard Street 16 Rowley Street Arthur Chevalier 259 River Road Diana P. Ciborwski 31 High Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Latin Club 4 Personality Club 2. 3 Girls Sports I Band I. 2. 3. 4 librarian 3. 4 Operetta 1. 3. 4 Chorus 1 A-Band 1. 2. 3. 4 Richard C. Cimma 278 South Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Patrol 4. Spanish Club 2. 3 president 3, Biology Club 2. 3 Chess Club I As Schools Match Wits Team 3. 4 Math League 3. 4 Cynthia A. Craig 334 School Street Art Club I. Personality Club 2 Gym Show I. Band 3. 4 Operetta 3. Chorus 1. 2 Prom Comm. 3 David Cremonti 33 Columbus Street Kathleen L. Crouss 241 Silver Street Art Club I, Personality Club 2. Gym Show 1. 2 Color Guard 3. 4 Operetta 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3Linda A. Cyran 76 Pincvicw Circle Library Staff 3, 4 Art Club 4, Student Store Staff 3. Girls Sports I, 2 Inter-Class Play 2. Business Club 3 Michaclcnc A. Dalton 954 Main Street Mirror Staff 3, FTA 2, 3 Drama Club 2. 3 Inter-Class Play 2 Operetta 2. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Kathleen A. Daly 12 River Street FTA I. 2. 3. 4 French Club 4. Personality Club 3 Prom Comm. 3 Mauro Daniclc Jr. 500 Meadow Street Mirror Staff 4. Ski Club 4 Track I Home Room Rep. I Robert M. Davis 78 North Street Sheila A. Davignon 172 Suffield Street Drama Club 2. IRC I Student Store Staff 4 Operetta I. 2 Chorus 1 Robert David 78 North Street Susan B. Egbert 29 Elbert Road Library Staff 4 Drama Club 2. 3 French Club I Personality Club 2, 3. 4 Biology 2 IRC 3 Girls Sports I, 2, 3 Operetta 1. 2 Chorus 1. 2 Class Parly Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 John D. Ellis 38 Barn Road Margorie A. Ellis Library Staff 4. Debating Club I. Student Store 4 29 Randall Street Theresa M. Everest Michael J. Fazio . Golf 2. 3. 4 Track I Daniel W. Ferris Basketball I. 2. 3. 4 Larry M. Field 51 Columbus Street 65 Meadow Street 32 Channcll Drive 62 North Alhambra Circle AVA I, 2, 3, 4 Chess Club I. 2 Gym Show 2 Operetta 3 Paula A. Dearborn 16 Broz Terrace Library Staff 3. 4 Biology Club 2. Student Store Staff 3 Gym Show I. 3. 4 Girls Sports I. 2 Inter-Class Play 2. Operetta 4 Business Club Gerald Deblois 79 Monroe Street Jo-ann S. Della-Giustina 19 Albert Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4. Student Council 4 Library Staff 3. 4 FTA 1. 2, 3. 4 Drama Club I, 2. 3. 4 French Club I. 2. 3.'4 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club 3. 4 Biology 2. 3 IRC 2. 3. 4 president 4. Main Club 3. 4 Inter-Class Play 1. 2 Operetta 1. 2. 3 Prom. Comm. 3 As Schools Match Wits Teani — alternate 3. World Affairs Day Rep. 3. Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow Award. Model Congress 4’ My Beat AHS I. 2. 3. 4 Math League Team 3. 4 National Merit Letter of Commendation Sadie Hawkins Dance Comm. 2. 3. 4 Pep Team I, 2. 3 Richard G. Della-Giustina 16 Cosgrove Avenue Gerald L. Delnegro 8 Stewart Lane Diane M. DiDonato 242 South Westfield Street National Honor Society 4, Sachem Staff 4; Student Patrol 3 Library Staff 4. Drama Club I. 2 Personality Club 3. IRC I. 2, 3 Student Store Staff 3. Operetta 2. 3. 4 Chorus I. 2 Class Party Comm. 4 Grad, usherette 3 Michael S. DiDonato 43 Garden Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4. Student Patrol 3. 4 Ski Club 2, 3. 4 Football '2. Basketball I. Hockey 3. 4 Golf I. 2, 3. 4 Homeroom Rep. 1 Cynthia Fish 59 Garden St. Eileen E. Foley 81 Hamilton Circle Library Staff 4. Gym Show I. 2. 3. 4 Girls Sports I. 2. 3. 4 Inter-Class Play 2 Prom Comm. 2 Patricia C. Foley 81 Hamilton Circle Personality Cluo 3. Cheerleader 4 Gym Show I. 3. 4 Girls Sports I. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Graduation Usherette 3 Teresa S. Foley 81 Hamilton Circle IRC 4 Tennis 3 Gym Show 3. 4 Girls Sports 3, 4 Class Party Comm. 4 Transfer: intcr-Class Play, drill team, gym team girls intcrscholastic teams William J. Foly 33 Norman Terrace Mirror Staff 4 Drama Club 4 Art Club 4 IRC 3 Class Party Comm. 4 Robert Frank 73 Bessbrook Street Barbara A. Frenette 37 Bailey St. Nat’l Honor Society 3. 4 Student Patrol 3 Mirror Staff 3. 4 special events editor 4. FTA 1. 2. 3. 4 treasurer 4. Latin Club 4 Red Cross 3 Biology Club 3. 4 IRC 3. 4 Operetta 2. 3. 4 Class Party Comm. 4 Grad. Usherette 3 Alisen J. Fuller 61 Peros Drive Studt.nl Council 4. Drama Club 3 Ski Club 3 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4 Chorale 1. 2. 3. 4 Western Mass. District Chorus 3 Gail L. Gacona 60 Highland Street Personality Club 2 IRC I. 2 Operetta 2. Chorus 1 GraJ. usherette 3 Russell M. Dimock Brian M. Dincen Baseball I. 2 Band I Bowling Club 1. 2 Robert T. Donais 30 Belmont Avenue Margery R. Galica 127 Suffield Street Drama Club I. 2. 3. 4 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 IRC I. 2. 3. 4 Chorus 86 Haven Avenue I. 2. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Graduation usherette 3 Claire T. Gamachc 37 Raymond Circle Girls Sports 4 Chorus I 104 Kanawha Avenue Patricia C. Doyle 171 Florida Drive Sachem Staff '4. Library Staff 4. Art Club 4 Personality Club 2. 3 Reading Club 3. 4 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Gerald Drewnowski 270 South Westfield Street Radio Club I Gym Show 1. 2. 3. 4 Sharon A. Garccau Susan Gates Mary Gcoffrion Barbara George 39 Royal Lane 22 Leonard Street 26 Walnut Street 491 North Street Henry A. Drewnowski 1028 Shoemaker Lane Footoall 1. 2. 3. 4 Hockey 4 Deborah A. Dubour 45 Bclvidcre Street Mirror Staff 3. 4 sports editor 4. Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Red Cross 1. 2 Class Party Comm. 2. 4 Home Room kcp. 1. 2 Dennis W. Dudley 317 Adams Street Student Patrol I. 4 Football I, 2. 3. 4 Captain 4 Basketball 1 Track 1. 2 Captain 2 Linda J. Duplessis 1172 River Road Art Club 1. Girls Sports 2 Operetta 1. 2. 3, 4 Chorus 2. 3 Chorale 3 James R. Gigucrc Thomas P. Gilbert Cross Country 4 Joseph F. Giordano Hockey 3. Track 2. 3. 4 Linda Girard 59 Southwestfield Street 57 Country Road 94 Garden Street 62 Albert Street Christine A. Giroux 86 Alhambra Circle Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Biology Club 2 Business Club 3. 4 Class Party Comm. I. 2 Brian K. Dutton 232 South West Street Lynn M. Dynia 468 Springfield Street FTA 2. 3 Spanish Club 3 Personality Club 4 Prom Comm 3 Alan S. Edwards 49 Woodside Drive National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 Student Council 4 Drama Club 3 Ski Club 3 Track 3 Band 1. 2. 3. 4 treasurer 4 Class Party Comm. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Dance Band 2. 3. 4 Intcr-Class Play 2 Carol E. Goodwin 304 Southwick Street Sachem Staff 4 French Club 2, 3, 4 IRC 3. 4 Operetta 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Kenneth B. Goodwin 304 Southwick Street Football 1. 2. 3. 4 Track I, 2 Band 1 Dance Band I. 2. 3. 4 Intcr-Class Play I Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 John V. Gormlcy Jr. 34 Portland St. Ski Club I. 2. 3. 4 Track 3. 4 Math Club 1Robert A. Gossclin 27 Channell Drive Student Patrol 4 Band 1. 2. 3. 4 Dance Band I. 2. 3. 4 Operetta 2. 3. Margaret A. Graveline 58 Oak Lane Sachem Staff 4 Personality Club 2 Cheerleader I Operetta 2. 3 Chorus I. 2. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Ann Marie Graziano 46 Pineview Circle Francis R. Greco 43 Twin Oaks Road Jill D. Gregory 72 Woodsidc Drive Student Store Staff 4 Linda M. Hottin 12 Rowley Street Math Club 2. Chorus 4. Business Club 3. 4 secretary 4 Cheryl M. Jackson 247 Colcmorc Street IRC 3. 4 Student Patrol 4 Majorettes 2. 3. 4 captain 3 featured twirlcr I, 2. 3 Color Guard 3. 4 Operetta I Frederick N. Jeserski 15 Hastings Street Cynthia Johnson 38 Northwest Street Mirror Staff 3. 4 news editor 4 Library Staff 2 Drama Club 1. 2 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Vice Pres. 3. Pres. 4 Ski Club 3. 4 Future Nurses 4 Biology 1. 2 Operetta 1. 2. 3 Class Party Comm 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad, usherette 3 Class Treasurer 2, 3, 4 Paul J. Greguoli 19 Brookline Avenue Clark Jones Spanish Club 2 Chess Club 4 Track 3. 4 captain 4. Cross Country 3. 4 captain 4. Band I. 2. 3. 4 Operetta I Lion’s Club Pin. Trophy for jacfc a. Jones two-mile record Mirror Staff 3 323 Southwick Street 52 Wright Street Robert H. Griffen 62 Anthony Street Robert T. Juliano Chess Club 2. 4 Track 1. 2. 3. 4 Cross Country 3. 4 Lion's Club Pin Steven Grimaldi 76 Parkview Drive Elizabeth Kelley 19 Broz Terrace 12 Withcridgc Street Walter J. Grzebien 184 North Street Football I, 2 Track I. 2. 4 Gym Show 1 Corlccn T. Guilmette 50 Senator Avenue Library Staff 3. 4 Art Club 4 Biology 3 Girls Sports 2 Business Club 3, 4 Eleanor E. Harrington 18 Poinsetti Street Student Council 1, 2 Stud. Patrol 3. 4 FTA 1. 4 Drama Club 1. 2 Art Club 1. 2 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 FNA I Biology Club I. 2 Cheerleader 1. 2. 3 Gym Show 1. 2 Girls Sports 1. 2. 3 Inter-Class Play 1. 2 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Class Party Comm 2. 3. 4 Prom. Comm. 3 Grad, usherette 3 Class secretary 2 Denise A. Hawkins 346 RowleySt. Sachem Staff 4 Student Council 1. 2. 3. 4 Library Staff 2. 3. 4 FTA 2. 3. 4 Drama Club 2. 3. 4 president 4 Spanish Club 2 IRC 4 Inter-Class Play 2 Operetta 1. 1 4 Chorus 1. 3. 4 Chorale 1, 2. 3. 4 Home Room Rep. 1. 2 Model Congress Dele. 3. 4 Western Dist Chorus Member z Carol J. Hcyl 45 Federal Street Sachem Staff 4 FTA 2. 3, 4 Drama Club 4 Ski Club 4 Band 2. 3. 4 librarian 3. 4. Operetta 2, 3. 4 Chorus 2. 4 Chorale 3. 4 Western Mass. Dist. Chorus 2 Marcia J. Kida 23 Sylvan Lane National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Council 3. 4 Student Patrol 3 Personality Club 2. 3 Biolog)' Club 2. 3 Cheerleader I. 3. 4 Majorettes 1 Chorus 1 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad, usherette 3 Karen E. Kimball 43 Brookline Avenue National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 Student Patrol 3. 4 Spanish Club 2. 3 secretary 3 Personality Club 2 Girls Sports 2 Color Guard 4 Chorus 1. 2 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 Richard Kirk 64 Cooley Street Kathleen E. Kosak 56 South West Street Steven Kovalchick 224 Silver Street Frederick J. Kulas 35 Amherst Avenue National Honor Society 3. 4 Camera Club 3. 4 IRC 4 Chess Club 3. 4 Band 3. 4 Dance Band 3. 4 Math Club 3. 4 Operetta 3. 4 Western Mass Math League 3. 4 captain 4 Donna Laflamme 39 Meadow Street. 12 Federal Street Roderick A. LaMothc Art Club 2, 3. 4 Vice Pres. 3 Mark W. Holden Gym Show 2. 3. 4 828 North StreetMichael J. Lancaster 855 Main Street Operetta 2. 3 Donald A. Lcdcrcr 233 Cooper Street Drama Club 2 French Club 2 AVA 2 Cross Country Team 4 Band I. 2, 3. 4 Dance Band 4 Operetta 4 Janice Lcgrand 9$ Elm Street Alan A. Leporati 1026 Springfield Street Radio Club I Chess Club 4 Track 4 Cross Country 4 Roderick H. Light 1054 Shoemaker Lane Radio Club 1, 2 Chess Club 4 Gym Show 3. 4 Judith Ann Locke 14 Briarcliff Drive Student Patrol 4 Mirror Staff 3, 4 editor 4 FTA 4 Personality Club 2, 3. 4 IRC 3 Girls Sports 3 Inter-Class Play I, 2 Operetta I, 2 Chorus 1 Class Party Comm. 4 Home Room Rep. 1. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Grad usherette 3 Gregory E. Lockhart 700 Main St. Ski Club 4 AVA I, 2 Football 2, 3 Basketball I Alexander Loss 142 Franklin Street Drama Club 2, 3. 4 Art Club 2. 3. 4 treasurer 4 Radio Club I. 2. 3 IRC I. 2. 3. 4 Chess Club I. 2. 3. 4 Football 2 Inter-Class Play I. 2 Operetta 2, 3. 4 Prom Comm 3 Mar - Ann Lutat 95 Harvey Johnson Drive Operetta 2 Chorus I, 2, 3 Linda G. Mabrcy 323 Springfield Street Gordon L. MacPhcrson 420 Springfield Street Ski Club 4 Football I. 2. 3 Track I. 2. 3. 4 Debra L. Madcnski 31 Sylvan Lane National Honor Society 3. 4 Mirror Staff 3 FTA 2. 3. 4 Latin Club 4 Biology Club 2, 3. 4 IRC 1, 2, 3, 4 Color Guard 3. 4 Operetta 2. 3. 4 Grad, usherette 3 Kid Party Comm. 4 Linda J. Mandrioli 11 Pincvicw Circle Student Patrol 3 Band I, 2 Paul F. Martin 47 Rivcrvicw Avenue National Honor Society 3, 4 Student Council 2. 3, 4 Track 2. 3. 4 Cross Country 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Class Vice-President I Class President 2 Norma J. Massa lc Franklin St. FTA 1. 2, 3 Personality Club 2. 3 Band 1, 2. 3. 4 secretary 4 Color Guard 4 Operetta I. 2. 3 Thomas Mayfield 156 Sufficld Street Debra McCullough 113 Cooley St Personality Club 1. 2 Student Store Staff 3 Operetta 1, 2. 3 Chorus I, 2 Prom Comm. 3 Grad. Usherette 3 252 Silver Street National Honor Society 3. Student Council 4 Student Patrol 2. 3. 4 captain 4 Junior Marshall 3 Steven W. Meistcr 77 Harvey Johnson Drive Drama Club I. 2 Ski Club 2. 3. 4 Basketball I Tennis 1. 2. 3. 4 captain 4 Inter-Class Play I Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 4 Ski team 3, 4 co-captain 4 Shirley A. Melanson 844 Main Street Drama Club 2. 3. 4 Personality Club 3. 4 Gary A. Melbourne 23 Ruth Avenue Football I, 2 Basketball I, 2 Baseball 1. 2, 3. 4 William C. Melbourne 23 Ruth Avenue Baseball 1. 2. 3. 4 Louise M. Mercadantc 73 Ottawa Street Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Girls Sports 2 Inter-Class Play 2 Operetta 3 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Diane L. Messier 149 Maple Street Personality Club 4 Band I. 2. 3. 4 Janice V. Micrzcjcwski 62 Colonial Avenue Student Patrol 4 Drama Club I. 2. 3. 4 secretary 4 Spanish Club 2. 3 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club 2. 3. 4 Inter-Class Play I Operetta 1. 2. 3. 4 Chorus I Chorale 2. 3. 4 Cvnthia L. Milici 21 Virginia Street National Honor Society 3 Student Council 4 Mirror Staff 3. 4 editor-in-chief - 4 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 treasurer 3 Biology Club 2. 3 IRC 2. 3 Cheerleader 4 Inter-Class Play I, 2 Bonnie L. Millar 49 James St. Library Staff 3. 4 Drama Club 2. 3 Art Club I Red Cross I. 2. 3 president 3 IRC I Grad, usherette 3 Pasquale Misischia 558 Cooper Street Lucille M. Moccio 34 Dartmouth Street Library Staff 3. 4 Student Store Staff 3 Home Room Rep. 1. 2. 3. Peter J. Montagna 43 Highland Avenue Basketball I. 2 Susan M. Montagna 29 Highland Avenue Library Staff 3. 4 FTA 2 Chorus I Deborah A. Montanari 32 Colonial Avenue Personality Club 2. 3, 4 IRC 2 Student Store Staff 4 Class Party Comm. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Daniel W. Moraski 89 Granger Drive Stephen H. Morawski 20 Doanc Avenue Steven H. Morris 140 Rowley Street Football I. 2 Henry B. MeadePatricia L. Morrisseau 105 Carr Avenue Library Stall' 4 Student Store Stall' 3 Gym Show I Inter-Class Play I Operetta 3 Class Party Comm. 4 Grad, usherette 3 Business Cluo 3 Bowling Club 3 Deborah J. Morse 275 Rowley Street Library StafT 4 Spanish Club 2 Personality Club 3 IRC 2 Cheerleader I Girls Tennis 3 Majorette I. 2. 3 Home Room Rep. I Prom Comm. 3 Student Patrol 4 Library Stall' 4 Personality Club 1. 2. 3 Ski Club 3. 4 Girls Basketball 3 Gym Show I. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Business Club 3 Steven J. Pond 873 South Westfield Street Football 2. 3. 4 Track 2. 3. 4 Math Club 4 Paul A. Porlier 327 Springfield Strec Drama Club 3 Ski Club 3 Radio Club 2. 3 Camera Club 4 Debating Club 3 Track I. 2 Linda A. Mortenson 1098 Main Street Library StalT 3 Personality Club I, 2 Red Cross 1, 2 IRC 1. 2 Grad. Usherette 2 Nancy G. Morytko 53 Bricn Street Operetta 3 Prom Comm. 3 Dana B. Potter 38 Valentine Street Ski Club 1. 2. 3 Ronald R. Powers 409 North Street Michael Prout 60 South Street Richard A. Munscll 55 James Street Ski Club 3 Business Club 4 Football 1 Baseball 1 Victoria M. Munscll 55 James Street Drama Club 1 Operetta 2 John R. Nahajlo 41 Dartmouth Street IRC I Chess Club I Jeffrey P. Nassif 590 Main Street Student Patrol 4 Radio Club 1 Bowling 4 Marguerite Provost 54 James Street Willard J. Quackcnbush 78 Valentine Street Drama Club I, 2, 3 Track 1. 2 Band I. 2. 3 Dance Band I, 2 Robert A. Quinn 59 South Westfield Street Basketball 4 Baseball I, 3, 4 Soccer Team 4 Michael J. Racicot 92 James Street Drama Club 1, 2 Spanish Club 2 French Club 2 AVA I, 2 Biology Club 3 Debating Club I Track 2 Cross-Country 2 Inter-Class Play 1 Bruce E. Nunn 49 Columbus Street Nat. Honor Society 3, 4 Chess Club 2 Mass Actuaries Assoc. Award. Gail M. Nuzzolilli 2 Belmont Avenue Student Store Staff 3 Business Club 3 Carol M. O’Connor 67 Taft Street Gym Show 2. 3. 4 Gym Club 2. 3, 4 Kristine R. Raschi 105 High Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Patrol 4 FTA 2. 3 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Inter-Class Play I. 4 Chorus 1 Class Party Comm. 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Grad, usherette 3 Deborah A. Reed 15 Lincoln Street Biology Club 2 Student Store Staff 3, 4 Operetta 1 Prom Comm. 3 Gym C'lub 1 Business Club 3 Barbara O'Reilly 76 Mountainview Street Sachem Staff 4 Drama Club I. 2. 3. 4 Reading Club 3. 4 Pres. 4 Band I. 2, 3 Chorus I Operetta 2. 3 Nancy Osolinski 10 Columbus Street Band’ I Art Club I. 2. 3. 4 Drama Club 1.2. 3. 4 Literary club 3. 4 secretary 4 FTA 2 inter-Class Play 2 National Honor Society 3. 4 Susan D. Parchick 119 Coronet Circle Art Club I. 2. 3. 4 Ski Club I. 2. 3 IRC I Gym Show I Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm 3 Charles B. Parker 531 Franklin Street Ext. Track 2. 3. 4 Cross Country 3. 4 Gym Show 2. 3. 4 Randall W. Parker 58 Valentine Street Drama Club I. 2. 3. 4 Art Club 4 Ski Club I Band I. 2. 3. 4 Inter-Class Play 1. 2 Operetta 1, 2. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Richard A. Paro 10 Corey Street AVA I. 2, 3 Football I Joyce Remington 34 Begley Street Deborah A. Ricco 46 Federal Street Ext. Latin Club 1 FNC 4 Biology Club 2 Debating Club I Student Store Staff 4 girls basketball 1 Tennis 4 Gym Club 1. 4 Operetta I, 3. 4 Chorus I. 2 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Gary E. Rivers 103 Spencer St. Susan J. Romanko 27 Belvidcre Avenue Student Patrol 4 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Girls Sports 1. 3 Inter-Class Plav 1, 2 Operetta 1 Chorus 1 Class Party Comm. 4 Home Room Rep I. 2 Catherine J. Romanowski 104 Liberty Street. FTA 2 Art Club 1 Drama Club 2 French Club 3 Personality Club I Biology Club 2 Girls Sports 3 Operetta 2 Robert C. Roosa 98 Fairview Street Student Patrol 4 Drama Club 2 Ava 1. 2. 3. 4 Biology Club 2 Baseball 2 Track 1. 2-Inter-Class Play I Operetta I. 2 Charles J. Patnodc 18 Briar Hill Road Marla J. Peckham 30 Randall Street Chorus 1 Prom. Comm. 3 Regina R. Peretti 57 High Street Library Staff 3. 4 Gym Club 1 Business Club 3 Roland Perkins 16 Sunrise Terrace Shirley R. Ross 162 Parkview Drive Student Store Stall' 3. 4 Raymond F. Rossi 21 Fairview Street Baseball I. 2. 3 Golf I. 2. 3. 4 Mary R. Russell 76 Carr. Avenue Library Staff 4 Drama Club 4 Business Club 3. 4 Inter-Class Play 2 Richard A. Perry 13 Mooreland Street AVA 3 Football 1, 2 Ruth Perry 13 Mooreland Street Patrice E. Peterson 51 Monroe Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 Mirror Staff 3 FTA 2 Reading Club 4 Chorus 1 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Michael E. Piccin 63 Poplar Street Football 1. 2, 3. 4 captain 4 Hockey I. 2, 3 Mary E. Pietroniro 56 Cooper Street Art Club 4 Student Store Staff 3 Girls Sports 4 Operetta 2. 3. 4 Chorus 1 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Business Club 3 David Pisano 83 Oak Hill Avenue Donald Pisano 83 Oak Hill Avenue Frances A. Pisegna 915 Shoemaker Lane Drama Club 3 Cheerleader 3. 4 Gym Show 3. 4 Girls sports 3 Operetta 2, 3 Chorus 2. 3 Chorale 3 55 North Westfield Street Kathryn A. Ryer 36 Southwick Street Student Patrol 4 FTA 1 Drama Club 1. 2. 3. 4 Personality Club I. 2. 3 Biology Club 1. 2. 3 IRC 1. 2. 3 Girls Sports 2 Band I. 2. 3. 4 Inter-Class Play I. 2 Operetta I, 3. 4 Chorus I. 2. 3, 4 Chorale I. 2, 3. 4 District Cnorus Linda E. St. Peter 62 Cooley Street Art Club 3. 4 cxc. board 4. Operetta 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Christine J. Santanicllo 21 Meadow Street Ski Club 1, 2. 3. 4 Biology Club 2. 3 Operetta I. 2. 3 Margaret R. Santinello 20 Federal Avenue Linda A. Sapelli 427 Meadow Street Chorus 3 Richard F. Sassarone 387 Adams Street Biology Club 3 Radio Club 2, 3 Football I Inter-Class Play 2 Ronald V. Sassarone 387 Adams Street. Biology Club 2 Football I ShetTy A. Sausville 54 Charles Street National Honor Society 3. 4 FTA 1 Art Club 2. 3. 4 sec. 3 pres. 4 Operetta 3. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Chcrylann PomeroyMichael C. Scafuri 17 Cleveland Street National Honor Society 3 Nanci J. Scala 1181 River Road Spanish Club 1 Personality Club 2, 3. 4 FNC I Red Cross I, 2 Camera Club 1 Class Party Comm 2, 3, 4 Prom. Comm 3 Grad, usherette 3 Dolores L. Schcrpa 24 Tower Terrace FTA 3. 4 vice pres. 4 Spanish Club 4 Personality Club 3. 4 Inter-Class Play I John W. Schema 6 Althea Circle Sachem Staff 4 Drama Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club I. 2 Band I. 2. 3. 4 treas. 3 pres. 4 Dance Band 1, 2, 3. 4 Inter-Class Play I. 2 Operetta erpa Sachem Staff 4 Drama Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club I. 2 Band I. 2. 3. 4 treas. 3 pri 1. 2, 3, 4 Class Party Comm. 3 Prom Comm. 3 Boys State 3 490 North Westfield Street 49 Barney Street Jeffrey G. Schlagel Russell L. Scott Mirror Staff 4 Ski Club 4 Jay J. Shea 15 Potomic Place Football 1. 2. 3. 4 captain 4. Baseball I. 2. 3. 4 Captain 4 Victoria J. Shiblcy 17 Rowley Street Student Patrol 3. Personality Club 2. 3, 4 Red Cross I Beth M. Stansficld 57 Day Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 FTA 2, 3. 4 Kenneth G. Stawasz 264 Magnard Street Biology Club I. 2. 3 Hockey 3. 4 Golf I, 2. 3, 4 Linda A. Strolc 1121 River Road Library Staff 3. 4 Personality Club 2 Red Cross I Biology Club 2. 3 Home Room Rep 2. Grad, usherette 3 Victoria A. Subotin 28 Virginia Street FTA 2. Drama Club 2 Personality Club 2 Ski Club 4 Red Cross I. 2 Biology Club 2 Chemistry Club 2 Girls Sports 2 Personality Club 1, 2 Red Cross 1 Business Club 3 Color Guard 3. 4 Steven R. Sweeney 35 North Westfield Street Mirror Staff 4 Basketball 1, 2 Inter-Class Play I Richard H. Taylor Robert K. Therien 268 South Westfield Street 106 Hamilton Circle Janet L. Thompson 16 Carol Drive National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Patrol 4 Mirror Staff 3 FTA 2. 4 FNC 3 Chorus I Sachem Staff 4 Business Club 3. 4 Biology Club 2 Girl Sports I. 2 Band I Chorus I. Paul W. Toelken Camera Club 4 Adam Tomaszewski 32 Elm Street 1136 Adams Street Marjorie A. Tomski 1219 Main Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 Student Patrol 4 Mirror Staff 3 FTA 1. 3. 4 French Club 3 IRC 3. 4 Reading Club 4 Operetta 1 Prom Comm 4 Karen A. Torre 18 Fox Farm Road. Library Staff 3. Art Club 4 Student Store Staff 3. 4 Operetta 3 Theresa Trimboli 49 Royal Street Michael R. Tyler 16 Lealand Avenue Drama Club 4 Ski Club 3. 4 Basketball I Track 2 Inter-class Plav 1. 2 Operetta 2. 3 James D. Valenti 379 Spring! National Honor Society 3. 4 Student Council I Student Patrol 4 Ski Club 3. 4 vice pres. 4 Football I. 2. 3. 4 Basketball I Baseball 1 Track 2. 3. 4 Prom Comm. Paul R. Vella 10 Alfred Court Student Patrol 4 Ski Club 3. 4 Football 1. 2. 3. 4 captain 4 Baseball 1.3.4 field Street Frank A. Verteramo Ski Club 4 319 Meadow Street Rosemarie Vetro 76 Parker Street. National Honor Society 3 Library Staff 3 Student Store 3 Vicki M. Viens 94 Withcridgc Street Drama Club I. 2 IRC 1 Business Club 3 Operetta 2 Home Room Rep I Grad. Usherette 3 66 Columbus Street 269 North Street Tina A. Tinnimever 74 Line Street Gary D. Vignato Biology Club 2 Business Club 3 Randy L. Walz Track 2 Gym Show I. 2. 3 Carol A. Waniewski 425 South Westfield Street Library Staff 4 Drama Club I. 2 Ski Club 2. 3. 4 Red Cross I. 2 IRC 2 Home Room Rep. 2 Grad. Usherette 3 Henry P. Waniewski 397 South Westfield Street Ski Club I. 2. 3. 4 Biology Club 3 Track 3. 4 Cross Country 3. 4 Gym Show 2 Robert A. Waniewski 417 South Westfield Street National Honor Society 4 Sachem Staff 4 Student Council 3 SkiClub I. 2, 4 Biology Club 2 Football I. 2. 3 Track 2. 3, 4 co-captain 4 Math Club 4 Class Party Comm. 4 Prom Comm. 3 Ski Team 4 As Schools Match Wits Team - alternate Theodore F. Waterman 97 Walnut Street Football 2 Susan R. Webster 64 Emerson Road Barbara West 691 Mill Street Cheryl B. White 608 Meadow Street Ext. Drama Club 2 Personality Club 2. 3. 4 Ski Club 2 Biology Club 2. 3 IRC 2. 3 Student Store Staff 2 Gym Show 2 Girls Sports 2 Bulletin Staff 4 Robert D. White 271 Cooper Street Gym Show 2 Alice R. Whittier 385 North Westfield Street Personality Club 2. 3 IRC 2. 3 Gym Show 1. 2. 3 Home Room Rep. 2 Prom Comm. 3 Joan M. Wicrzbowski 167 South Westfield Street National Honor Society 3. 4 Sachem Staff 4 Library Staff 4 Spanish Club 2 IRC 2. 3 Spanish National Honor Society 2 Bulletin Staff 4 David B. Wiley 73 Southwick Street Ski Club 4 Basketball 1 Golf 2 James A. Wiley 109 South Park Terrace Ski Club 3. 4 Football 3 Hockey 3. 4 Cheryl I. Wilson 5 Autumn Street National Honor Society 3. 4 FTA I. 2, 3. 4 Personality Club 2. 3 Band I, 2. 3. 4 Color Guard 3, 4 Operetta I. 2. 3. 4 Stuart D. Wilson 293 Leonard Street IRC 1 Chess Club 4 Track 2. 3. 4 Cross Country 2. 3. 4 Juanita M. Wood 163 Florida Drive Alan K. Wright 364 Sutfield Street Student Council 3. 4 Mirror Staff 4 French Club 3. 4 Chess Club I Basketball 1. 2. 4 Golf 1. 2. 3 Track 4 Cross Country 1. 2. 3 Harold S. Wright 29 Wright Street Camera Club 1, 2, 3. 4 Chess Club 2 Frederick Wyatt 42 Warren Street Linda D. Young 997 North Westfield Street Chorus I. 2. 3 171Ballot Box Denise Hawkins, Most Talented Actress Eileen Burns. Most Likely to Succeed William Barker. Most Talented Actor Gordon MaePherson. Class Chatterbox, Comedian. Personality Cynthia Johnson and Gregory Lockhart, Miss and Mr. AHS Spiiit Linda Mortenson. Most Shy John Scherpa. Class Musician Susan Brown. Class MusicianGeorge Bickford. Mr. Senior. Most Likely to Succeed. Most Friendly: Cynthia Johnson. Michael Connolly. Class Individual and Wit Miss Senior. Most Friendly. Popular. Personality Paul Vella, Class Athlete, Most Popular 173 Frances Piscgna, Class Athlete Barbara Compton. Class IndividualJanice LeGrand, Best Dressed Alan Edwards. Most Talented Artist Karen Kimball. Most Talented Artist 174 Alan Wright. Best Dressed Class Flirts: Marcia Kida and James ValentiDeborah Dubour. Class Chatterbox Janet Thompson. Most Likely to Succeed. Miss IQ Judith Benjamin. Class Lady Robert Wanicwski. Class Gentleman 175The Destined Time niffy . i . km .-i t i ■ - ■ 1V F 1 m r ■ L- A) R J— 3 « hP 7 «H - 1 F 4- P—P y a A o uR CA fSS HRS -f- l 1 — Reached the m m m 2 £S T VED A j n nf ; the -r mi m i pi 1 Jc» r w t -.1 •ni) V ■ fX r S' m s m i J fi — Pi B f— : X t 7 r r TV x r I K P r or 7 i r y [y i pep Sea - So n to A»-----' -Pf J.EAV'E, To .pT pT j-i— start a - — = =N f j. ..j i fl c oue, ? -■ f V f r.= j- vi?! Past tails 7rf ' f IH - To LIA If — x vi r j pj -p- F J, j j z TJX =5 ■ |-| j. =jg| =% y-f i £- and the jffT 31 • NEu; BE = Mb - COKES - THE -Tfi Tr. Hi a. Oufc PATHS f )HEAD LIE FAR. —LI AND U Di E Times WILL ■BOTH BE GOOD AND BAD 'But still uje’ll staxt to seek a Goats using mem‘hies to choose our. fries. music, AND LYRICS By: CAROL MEYLThe ominous note sounded by that bleak November evening of the massive power failure was not a barometer of the events of 1965-1966. Instead. scientific progress, the promotion of civil liberties, and the launching of the Great Society” highlighted the initial phase of the class of 69’s tenure at Agawam High School. As the Gemini astronauts executed the first walk in space, the class took its first step in the establishment of its identity by the election of class officers: Harry Camyre, Thomas Henry, Ellie Harrington, and Paul Martin. In the spring, the enthusiasm resulting from the long-running Broadway performances How to Succeed and “Funny Girl” infected the Agawam thespians as they produced Music Man.” In- augurating their acting careers in major roles were William Barker. Robert Allard, and Thomas Henry. The deaths of such prominent figures as Malcolm X, Winston Churchill, and Albert Schweitzer, as well as the civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery. Alabama, made the freshmen aware of the political and social obligations demanded of their generation. As The Class Of 1969 Took Its First Steps Shortly after school opened in the fall of 1966. the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in four straight games to capture the World Series title. That same season, the Agawam football team successfully defended its first place position in the A.A. Conference for the third year by winning its 26th consecutive game. 1966 was a year marked by many unique accomplishments. Indira Gandhi was selected the first woman prime minister of India, Lurleen Wallace became the first woman governor in the U.S., and Edward Brooke was elected the first Negro senator. Keeping in line with these innovations, the Student Council sponsored a Battle of the Bands and the sophomores produced two class plays. For their performances in these productions. Michaelene Dalton received the best actress award while William Barker and Nancy Osolinski were runners-up. Class activities that year were led by Paul Martin, George Bickford. Eleanor Har- rington. and Cynthia Johnson. As the 1966-67 school year came to a close. James Meredith led the civil rights march across Mississippi, and the Sophomore Class eagerly looked forward to finally becoming upperclassmen. 177Strobe lights and flashing colors set the psychedelic atmosphere in- dicative of the hippie movement for the Junior Class dance “Incense and Peppermints”. In contrast to this electric setting was the serene and romantic atmosphere of the junior-senior prom “Rhapsody in Blue”. A highlight of the enchanting evening was the crowning of queen Linda Edwards, who reigned over the night’s events. For the first time the class of ’69 became more aware of the political scene by taking an active interest in the presidential campaign. Practical experience in the functioning of government was gained by Donna Ashton, who attended Girls’ State, as well as George Bickford and John Scherpa. who attended Boys' State. Among the firsts of 1968 were successful heart transplants, lunar orbiting, and Killy’s three gold medals in the Olympics. Agawam’s junior class could also boast firsts of its own: three members on the “As Schools Match Wits” team. George Huba’s early acceptance at Lafayette College, as well as official status as upperclassmen. The year was also one of anxiety and anticipa- tion as many juniors competed in the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test and made plans for the future by taking college board exams. The sober note sounded by the assassinations of two prominent political figures reminded the Juniors of their future responsibili- ties. Graduation, too, made them aware of the proximity of their own entrance into a complex world situation. Graduation was not only a portent of things to come: it also proved to be a very rewarding experience, particularly for junior marshalls Julie Alvigini and Henry Meade. 178of our school. In addition to the strictly educational function of Agawam High School, its extra- curricular nature was revealed through many outside activities. While operetta leads Denise Hawkins and Bill Barker, as well as hundreds of others, were involved in rehearsals for “How to Succeed”, our first Winter Carnival proved to be a success, with the senior class capturing first prize in the snow sculpture contest. Modern transportation facilities were exploited both here and in England when an epidemic of Cuban plane hijackings occurred and our friends. The Beatles, created “Yellow Sub- marine.” Our senior year was a time of launching into new directions for many people. A farewell party was given for Mr. Fassnacht on his leaving for a new position at East Longmeadow. and a number of students were accepted at various colleges across the country. And, graduation marked the end of high school careers for members of the Class of 1969 and the beginning of a search for self-fulfillment by each. vestigate important issues and organized a winter carnival weekend. Seniors also demonstrated political concern as the presidential election approached and made their interest known in the school committee selection. George Bickford's position as president of the Massachusetts Association of Student Councils and Michael Connolly’s participation as Governor’s Day representative accented the involvement of the Class of 69 in the field of politics. Year For Change The changing scene characteristic of the 60’s saw full expression as the Class of 69 entered its senior year. As revolution hit college campuses, the election scene, and Czechoslovakia, as well as in the theater and arts, Agawam’s student body changed its passive nature and became actively involved in the school scene. Led by the initiative of Brian Blackburn, the Student Council organized a student-faculty committee to in- There were new breakthroughs on the Vietnam front as extended talks were carried on in Paris and also on the football field as the AFL showed its mettle by upsetting the favored NFL power for the first time. Athletics played an important role in Agawam High School as well. The basketball team distinguished our school by obtaining a berth in the Western Mass, tournament. The overwhelming success of the “As Schools Match Wits” team, as evidenced by their victory in the championship round, and the distinction Brian Blackburn and Richard Cimma attained through their NMSQT finalist status were representative of the educational goals 179George Bickford. President Brian Blackburn. Vice President Cynthia Johnson. Treasurer Eileen Burns. Secretary !In Memory Of William Bcrnadera Is there beyond the Silent Night An endless day? “Declaration of the Free” Stanza 16 Memorial to Captain Edward Ned Connelly. Jr. Honoring All Who Served Our Country in Viet Nam 181Jo-Ann Della Guistina. Assoc. Editor. Robert Waniewski, Editor-in-Chief. Janet Thompson, Assoc. Editor Sachem Staff The staff relaxes waiting for meeting to startLayout: Patrice Peterson. Karen Kimball. Carol Goodwin. Ed. Ballot Box: Gail Arnold. John Scherpa. Ed.. Patricia Doyle Sports: Michael DiDonato. Donald Conkey. Ed.. Thomas Branchini Absent from pictures: Joan Wicrzbowski. Business Ed.. Marjorie Tomski. Copy Ed.. Barbara George. Sally Colli. Literary 183 Photography: Alan Edwards. Beth Stansfield, Ed.. Michael ConnollyA Time To Go Forth We attempted, in this book, to capture the seasonal moods of the activity, the work, the fun and the experiences of the past year. Our change of character from unburdened underclassmen to mature graduates preparing for the responsibilities of life was an enormous transformation to undergo in a year’s time. 184 The 1969 Sachem Staff sincerely thanks the following people for their assistance: Mr. Donald Lendry, American Yearbook Representative; Mr. Edward Carlson, Loring Studios; Mr. David Pulaski and Mr. Blvnn, photographers; an T especially Mr. Robert Peters, advisor. s