Geneva High School - Seneca Saga Yearbook (Geneva, NY)

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MAKING THE Who are the people behind the names on the honor roll every ten weeks or so, and how do they manage to achieve academic excellence? In order to discover what their secrets are, we went to the experts, and here's what they had to say. in a more serious tone, “Paying attention in class helps.'' Freshman Sarah Matloff agreed. Her reply was simple: “Just stay awake in class.” She later suggested that homework is semi-important and that at least a part of it should be done. When asked for his advice on how to make the honor roll, Dino DeYulio replied shyly, I don't know, just get lucky” but quickly added Senior Lisa Gonyea had a different method: “Take easy classes! Based on her advice, it would appear that Lisa majored in study hall and minored in lunch, but her schedule told a different story. Along with physics and AP Biology, Lisa has survived pre-cal and several years of French. So what was her real secret? Do the work and study for the tests. Just make sure you know what's going on! In her busy schedule, freshman Laura Abraham budgeted the time to work on the yearbook staff, be a member of the Marching Band, and still maintain a high G.P.A. Cheerleading is a sport that takes energy and a lot of enthusiasm. Sophomore Jennifer Perry, a member of the JV Basketball Cheerleaders, was able to cheer and still excell academically. GRADE At first junior Mike Ferreri was confused when faced with the question. His reply was I do my homework, but don’t study for tests.” He then amended this: “Wait, my mother is going to read this! I study for the hard tests. If I didn’t make the honor roll, I’d get grounded, so I take smart pills. Just kidding! I just do what I do!” There you have it — the experts’ advice on how to be successful in your search for academic excellence. These achievers seem to think that the best ways to make the honor roll are by studying, doing homework, and maintaining consciousness in class. And they are no dummies! — Allison Principio Senior year is an exciting one, but it isn't all fun and games. Senior Eric Eckenrode. a regular on the honor roll, hoped to attend Cornell or the U of R. He took demanding courses such as AP Biology. Calculus and Physics in addition to wrestling and being in The King and I. Academics 21

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Playing in band takes dedication and time; so does making the honor roll. Musicians such as Carrie Momberger and Jack DeBolt do both. As demanding as high school is, seniors Steve Liberatore and Jason Wmsor. who both make the honor roll, manage to find time to go to sporting events and root on their teams. Freshman Emily DeBolt (right) finds the jukebox a relaxing thing to look forward to as a break in the daily routine. 20 Academics

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Being familiar with computers will be helpful to Shane Valliere (nght) when he looks for a job after completing his schooling. Technical Drawing introduces students like Ray Lambert to the technical language and drawings of today's world. As a summer employee of the North Pole ice cream stand, Debbie Luzzi gained valuable working experience, in the real world. 22 Academics