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

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MISS ELIZABETH DAVISON New addition to the Junior High Art Department—sport enthusiast with special interests in sailing and basketball—young and arty looking. MRS. LAURA DAY Genial Junior High Math teacher—nice—animal lover—pleasant nature-wonderful smile—veteran of split-session days—gentle and soft spoken-sincere interest in her students—patient—genteel appearance. MISS GLORIA Dl MARTINO The Rock Pile's entry to the Olympics—wonderful smile—loves to let the children teach—willing to help when needed—known for her short haircut—affectionately named Miss D. —understanding—well-liked—coach of The Quacks— originator of finger exercises—takes a personal interest in her students. ! ! MRS. FREDA EIBERSON Soft-spoken—proficient Spanish teacher—master of the dialogues—pleasant smile—dislikes textbooks—distinct Spanish pronunciation—repetitious learning. MR. THOMAS FORBES Asset to Mr. Freund as backfield coach—dark good looks—always seen with coffee and cigarette in his hands—sharp dresser—serious, stern disciplinarian-great teacher—reserved—swimming star—broad shoulders and broader interests in his students. MR. GEORGE FAULKNER Understanding —hates pretzel debtors—famed for his casual classes— firm believer in the Board of Education —policeman of the gym floor. 15

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MRS. SYLVIA ABRAHAM New addition to our Music Department—disciplinarian—talented musician —mild-mannered—soft spoken. MRS. RITA BARRETT One of the gang —distinguishing laugh-sweetie —motherly advice-giver—nicest around —warm personality—bright smile—unusual exercises—sounds like an army sergeant. MR. EDWARD ASCHOFF Superior Biology teacher—accepts no excuses—friend of the amoeba and supporter of the paramecium—nice guy— Forcus —handclapper—warm smile —kindly—friend of geraniums—well liked—gentle wit—firm but fair—takes a deep interest in his students. MR. ANTHONY BRUNO Crack Math teacher—blue suit and bow tie-hoping for another Einstein—firm—has all rights reserved on Room 202—brilliant chess player-sarcastic humor. MISS CARMEN CERIO Hates text books—stubborn—teacher of the new Spanish and French-attractive and young—stylish dresser. MR. EDWARD CROWLEY Proficient history instructor—always ready to talk shop —broad smile-efficient organizer—always in control—witty. 14

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MRS. ELIZABETH FORDHAM Better typing for better typists through music—never exceeds her timings —attends zero period classes—grand sense of humor—stamps her indelible signature on our papers—warm personality—firm but respected—Mrs. Music Man. MR. HENRY FORDHAM Our own Mr. Music Man—wonderful friend—holds late chorus rehearsals —smiles frequently—always has a word to say to the wise—dedicated choral leader—capable operetta director—demands the best from his singers. MR. HENRY FREUND Muttonhead —ambles—our first dancing teacher —a friend to all—understanding—health crazy— always seen on the football field. 4 I MR. HAROLD FRIESLEBEN Tall, taller, tallest—owner of the loudest voice —quipster—scowler—enthusiastic varsity basketball coach—East Rockaway High graduate in the class of '56. MRS. IRIS HALFORD Helpful criticisms for her students-ready to assist all who seek aid-comforting smile—reliable ways—hard working and diligent—makes Dramatics fun—teaches speakers of tomorrow—outspoken—knows her students well. MRS. ISABEL HEFELE Proficiency promoter-types with a light touch-takes the place of a future boss—wide smile—demands secretaries par excellence—speaks d-i-s-t-i-n-c-t-l-y. 16