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

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MR. ALVIN J. KALLMAN Noted for notes — teaches with split-second timing — devoted to making scientific study worthwhile — takes it away — speedy notebook marker — brings out the best in his students. department an their efforts SCIENCE DEPARTMENT MR. WILLIAM T. PLUNKETT Possessor of “useless” bits of information — anti spoon-feeder — waged war with world history — now devotes time to guidance work — enjoys drawing out ideas from future philosophers — instituted “Black Regents Day” — respected for not talking down to students. MR. FRANCIS HENRICH Our answer to Mr. Wizard — ardently supports repeal of 19th amendment — full of surprises — highly respected for professional abilities — gleefully awaits “White Shirt Day” — delights in spraying Physicsites — efficient Rock Rivalry chairman. caught “ofT base” room of biological MR. HAROLD FRIESLEBEN Stands out in a crowd — friendly manner — knows we need discipline — supreme athlete — versatile in many fields of science — known for “satiric” ways. MR. ROBERT ROSCOE Shares chemistry duties — irreplaceable wit — dashing and debonair — fast talker — heart palpitator — Junior Class advisor. MISS JEANNE POWELL Adds intrigue to the athletic department — turns out “winning” honor teams — spices study halls via the Reader's Digest — always practices what she preaches — our own “rebel” with a cause.

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Through their minds GUIDANCE BUSINESS DEPARTMENT MRS. ELIZABETH FORDHAM Wonderful sense of humor — proficient personal typing promoter — attends zero period classes — giver of 30 wpm certificates — made us type to music — Mrs. “Music Man.” MRS. ISABEL HEFELE Knows the fundamentals of a good secretary — has her feet on the ground — typing and shorthand drillmaster — touch typer — penetrating and memorable commands. MR. MILTON BERNSTEIN Congenial and understanding guider of future “greats” — unassuming manner — accomplishes a vital task with little fanfare. MR. GEORGE FAULKNER Elder statesman of physical education department — characteristic walk — stands for no nonsense — twinkle in his eye — venerated assembly orator — never-mistaken “commands.” PHYSICAL EDUCATION MR. WILLIAM KEYES Red haired — never red-faced — imparts knowledge of business and business arithmetic — wearer of the “blue serge” — notorious joker. MRS. RITA BARRETT Motherly advice giver — advocates “white” sneakers — inaugurated posters in girls' locker room — ber-muda shorts fan — conducts unusual study hall discussions. MISS JUNE PALMER Cheerleaders’ advisor — expert seller — never at a loss for words — master bowler — instructs in a businesslike way. MR. HENRY FREUND Conducts a well-rounded athletic program — pushup advocate — promotes spirited athletic competition — persevering football coach — always smiling — “Mr. Friend.” L

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the class of ’63 MRS. IRMA BADER Playing a return engagement at ERHS — teaches seventh graders about our Indian friends — maintains watch on students between classes — commanding nature — ready “quipster” — highly respected. HISTORY DEPARTMENT MR. THOMAS FORBES Carries the largest brief case — eighth grade social studies “king” — commanding approach to teaching — conducts regimented study halls. MR. RUDOLPH LINN Coins colloquial cliches — makes history live — menacing glare — executive efficiency — has “interest arousing qualities” — Service Squad organizer — employer of the “tcn-dollar word.” MR. EDWARD T. CROWLEY Easy-going — expounder of world history — firm and efficient —- long arm of law during lunch periods — started at Rock Pile with us. ART DEP’T MRS. RHODA HERRICK Artistic tastes — finds teaching an enjoyable challenge — master art room cleaner-upper — quiet-mannered — experienced classroom decorator. MISS JUNE O DEA Reserved — smart dresser — shares responsibilities of Freshman social studies — beautiful red hair — seasoned traveler — likeable and professional ways. MRS. IDA SHIMANS Headmistress of art department — genuinely interested in students — instills appreciation for the finer things — widely acclaimed for her artistic abilities — fashion plate. MR. HOWARD X. POLLOCK Ambidexterous — soybean sampler — teacher of “social” studies — descendant of renowned family — advisor of most popular sport — mean overhead set shot — guided us through “Nurseryland Nonsense.”