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

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MR. ALVIN KALLMAN Text-book rewriter—pointer— appreciator —keeps classes occupied—stickler for neat work—teaches a highly comprehensive course—long-remembered—top-flight teacher—unique manner of teaching. MR. THOMAS KENNEDY Possessor of unusual charm—our own T-square — that certain smile — wearer of smocks— get it yourself —craftsman par excellence—quick candid wit—fiery red hair. MR. WILLIAM KEYES Carrot-top—devilish manner—Jay Vee Football coach—known for easy-going nature—competent business teacher. MR. LUTHER KIRSCH Firm but respected English IV-C teacher-soft-spoken-subtle sense of humor—exciting music stand dancer—made us think—prepared us well for college—kept us in perpetual motion—famous off-Broadway director of Senior Plays. MRS. MURIEL LALLY Efficient nurse—band-aid giver— this looks serious —perpetual smiler— gentle voice—believes in healthy lunches—Red Cross advocate—sympathetic —willing listener—inspires future nurses—offers wise medical advice. MRS. BARBARA KIMMEL School psychologist—helps us to understand what makes us tick —kind and patient manner-sympathetic to students' problems—warm smile—offers wise suggestions. 18

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MR. FRANCIS HENRICH Our Ace of hearts—admired by les femmes —sarcastic humor—confusing marking system—aversion to girls-»-demands dedicated students— — brilliant scientist—knows secret codes. MISS AGNES HICKMAN Efficient librarian—amiable personality—known for her frequent lively display of books—Dewey Decimal expert—nicest around. MR. GERALD HONIG Always smiling—ROCK Advisor—off-the-cuff hilarities— Uncle Jerry to the Senior Class—avid locker leaner—contemporary—vigorous style of teaching— Sleepy Dog owner—patient manner. MRS. MARION HOWARD Dedicated English teacher—master of the epic poem—stern but understanding teacher—has an interest in all her students. MRS. MAJORIE K. HOPPEN Highly respected—Betty Crocker of East Rocka-way—pleasant—one of the best dressed—has the gift of patience. MRS. FRIEDA JAFFE Hails from New England—dislikes to be a baby sitter —holds a firm hand in her study halls—fan of Dickens—omniscient of Greek Mythology. 17

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MR. EVERETT LaMERE Calmly jams on the brakes in the Driver Ed car—easy-going—endures death-defying rides daily—quiet but firm manner—capable mechanical drawing artist—debonair appearance—turns out professional car-washers —runs the most popular class in school. MR. RUDOLPH LINN Devastating stare—never in the wrong—believes in cumulative knowledge —F.D.R. man—funny (Ha! Ha!)— Lucky Mr. —employs hundreds of secretaries—demands devoted students—booming voice— Let us suffice to say . . . —always has double meaning for everything—owns stock in the New York Times—keeps firm control over his classes—started the committee system in History ll-C. MISS BARBARA McKEON Attractive—sparkling personality— Algebra, anyone? —sweet—good teacher—help class after school—new member of the faculty—well-liked by her students—former student on the Rock pile —good dresser—student council adviser. MRS. PAULA MERSON Eighth-grade English master—rules with an iron hand—good teacher—stylish dresser—believes in no nonsense and much work—taught us to tell the difference between gerunds and participles— always prompt. MRS. DOROTHY MESKE A well-travelled lady—makes Latin classes interesting with her fascinating tales—accomplished musician—bright smile and friendly disposition—patient manner—leads a double life as Latin teacher and library assistant—capable Hi-Y and Latin Club advisor. MISS JUNE O'DEA Gentle manner—shy smile—petite—conservative dresser—bright red locks— well-travelled—Irish lossy —carries a huge briefcase—Sophomore class advisor—competent and thorough World History and Social Studies 9 teacher-pleasant disposition—cultured voice. 19