East Rockaway High School - Rock Yearbook (East Rockaway, NY)

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Mr. Freund Personable and persevering coach of varsity football and J.V. basketball, Mr. Freund assumes half of the gym class load. His “That will cost you 20 pushups” should be added to the next edition of Bartlett. Mr. Friesleben A “giant” in the science department, Mr. Friesleben does a striking job in his new position as chemistry teacher. His methods are sure to help struggling chemistry-ites. Mrs. Gregory Always willing to help out budding young Einsteins, Mrs. Gregory is well known throughout the mathematics department. Hats off to Mrs. Gregory as the attractive coach of East Rockaway’s Mathletics team. Mrs. Halford Mrs. Halford, with her pleasant personality, makes Freshman English a memorable course. Anyone who has her as a teacher may have “Great Expectations” of thoroughly enjoying English I. Mrs. Hcfele Mrs. Hefele does a fine job of preparing our girls for the complex business world. Anyone who has taken shorthand, transcription or secretarial practice is sure to become a successful secretary, thanks to her. Mr. Henrich His unusual wit makes Mr. Henrich, or “Ace,” a very popular chemistry and physics teacher. With his truly unique marking system and stylish lab coat, he will be long remembered by the class of ’62. 12

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Mrs. Day Mrs. Day instructs the seventh graders in fractions and decimals. Her tolerant nature and friendly understanding have helped the weaker students to understand the fundamentals of math. Mr. Del Giorno Our fearless attendance teacher introduced us to the rewarding realms of the American Field Service Program and was the key man in its success at East Rockaway. When not on the trail of truants, Mr. Del Giorno teaches seventh grade language skills and world history. Mrs. Eiberson Her busy schedule of mornings in the high school and afternoons in the grade schools fails to dampen Mrs. Eiberson’s enthusiasm for bringing the words and music of Spain to her oral Spanish and Spanish I classes. Mr. Faulkner “Bend!” says Mr. Faulkner in firm but quiet tones as he prepares for some “paddle action.” Whether instructing classes in the use of the trampoline or coaching varsity basketball, Mr. Faulkner keeps a weather eye open for trespassers in shoes on the new gym floor. Mrs. Fordham Mrs. Fordham trains East Rockaway’s future secretaries in the arts of typing and shorthand. A former substitute. Mrs. Fordham has won a place on the regular faculty and in the hearts of her students. Mr. Fordham Mr. Fordham spares neither himself nor his chorus in order to present the operettas and concerts which have given East Rockaway a place in the musical sun. This year’s production of “Brigadoon” was the highlight of the chorus season. 11

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Mrs. Herrick New to our school, Mrs. Herrick is sure to succeed as our part-time art teacher. With her help, students will learn to appreciate the beauties of art. Miss Hickman Always ready to help a student with research projects, book reports and term papers, Miss Hickman will always be out favorite librarian. Mrs. Hoppen Friendly, and smiling, Mrs. Hoppen is responsible for those luscious smells emanating from the Home Ec. room. Whether it’s cooking, sewing, or what have you, she teaches future housewives the “tricks of the trade.” Mrs. Howard Back as a morning member of the faculty, Mrs. Howard is once again bringing the elements of English and the appreciation of literature to her 9th and 10th grade students. Mr. Kallman Famous for his notes, Mr. Kallman is a highly capable science teacher. In a world where science is so important, his devotion to his subject and his high standards are certainly appreciated. Mr. Kennedy A fun-loving man, Mr. Kennedy reigns supreme in the wood shop. The fine examples of craftsmanship executed by his students show him to be an extremely gifted shop teacher. 13