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

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LANGUAGE MISS AGNES HICKMAN Maintains a constantly expanding library —meticulous in her ways—always cooperative in searching for hard-to-find facts —possessor of diversified interests and knowledge. MRS. DOROTHY MESKE Efficient librarian—always smiling—warm disposition—seldom on time for her classes—brightens Latin classes with fascinating stories —able Latin Club and Hi-Y advisor. MISS JEANNE BEYDA Young and lovely—vibrant personality—has a difficult chore in preparing French III for Regents—constant giggler—born in a land of intrigue. MRS. FREDA EIBERSON Teaches audio-lingual method—sense of humor—“Repita, por favor”—distinctive Spanish accent—lived in Mexico. LIBRARY MRS. JOSEPHINE FRIEDLANDER Has returned after a year of student teaching—frustrated by Cafeteria C homeroom—able linguist—learned Spanish in “Mehico.” MRS. DOROTHY SMITH Begins each day with “Para manana”—teaches South American Spanish with a flair—kind and understanding profesora—terror of the halls ninth period—the “Mitch Miller of East Rock-away.” 17

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HISTORY MR. EDWARD CROWLEY Our right hand as class advisor—started us on the right road in seventh grade social studies—believes in world history work sheets—loves to glare—admired and respected friend. MR. THOMAS FORBES Demanding teacher—never without his briefcase—seldom smiles—asset to football team—2 years' national diving champ—good-looking. MR. RUDOLPH LINN Emphatic speaker—employs many secretaries—believes the “South will rise again!''—devilish glare—never without a joke—loves the DAILY NEWS—“ .. . And for all intents and purposes . .. ”—enraptures his classes with his thunderous voice—noted for his “volunteers.” MRS. ALICE ROSEN Well-dressed, attractive—back at Rock Pile as seventh grade social studies teacher—has distinct manner of speaking— always with a smile—holds interesting, informative classes. MR. JACK RICHERT Takes personal interest in all of his students—always seen with Mr. Forbes—fast talker —“RELAX”—has been promoted to eight grade social studies. MR. HOWARD X. POLLOCK Possesses a famous family tree —owner of Pollock’s Island— loves Italian food, cloves and magnolia nut s—wonderful sense of humor—his bow ties will never be forgotten—the coach of our most important sport.

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MUSIC MRS.IDA SHIMANS Led us to appreciate the arts—“We have the nitwits and the singers”—guides future Picassos—well qualified—extremely helpful in scenery production. MRS. SYLVIA ABRAHAM Introduces youngsters to culture through music—soft-spoken— extremely talented—willing and able—fills the halls with musical intonations. MR. HENRY FORDHAM Directs unforgettable operettas—noted for commendable competition grades—“no nay noo nee nah”—practice makes perfect—“Lonesome Train-”er—remembered for World’s Fair performance. MR. JOHN PELLICANE Director of incomparable halftime performances—patient— beloved by band and twirlers— garrulous—“Hold that sound” —loves that ’58 band. ART MRS. ELIZABETH DAVISON Enhances the Junior High Art Department—basketball f a n— sailor—individualist—young and attractive—“arty” appearance. 18