the academe 1980 volume lx academy high school erie. Pennsylvania contents theme ............................................. 2 board of directors ................................ 9 curriculum ....................................... 10 sports ........................................... 24 activities ....................................... 56 freshmen ......................................... 80 sophomores ...................................... 102 juniors .......................................... H4 seniors ......................................... 126 hi-lites ........................................ 146 senior signatures ............................... 158 senior index .................................... 159 patrons ......................................... 162 editor-in-chief: terry s. peelman assistant editor: kris a. kaufmann •m . u. ur4 •■v • %■§ '!• UM •i i tb ' 3 There were I .OX).796 hours spent in class. 24.616 absenteeisms. 15.376 library visits. 6781 books checked out. 2534 public address announcements, 1178 students. 285 sporting events. 181 school days. 23 fake fire drills. 19 assemblies. 7 in-service days. 4 report periods. I graduation... 7 we dedicate The Academe Staff of 1980 proudly dedicates this sixtieth volume to three teachers who are retiring this year Miss Rila Russell. Miss Margaret McMahon, and Mr. Leo Harkins. Together these three educators have given ninety-seven years of unselfish service to Academy High School. Miss Russell has taught algebra, geometry (plane and solid), and trigonometry on all levels for thirty-five years, was advisor to the ACADfcMt from 1947-1954. and has served on the National Honor Society Committee. Heading the Business Department. Miss McMahon has taught typing, stenography, office practice, and mimeo shop for thirty-three years. Coming to Academyin 1952, Mr. Harkins has taught biology, served as Athletic Director for twenty years, and coached Track. JV Football, and Girls' Basketball. These teachers have been models of devotion to Academy, performing innumerable favors, sacrifices, and kindnesses; dispensing advice and counseling-, and inspiring both students and faculty with their exemplary example. All Hail. Miss Rita Russell. Miss Margaret McMahon, and Mr. Leo Harkins! Ad Multos Annos. All Hail. Academy! Miss Margaret McMahon Mr. Leo Harkins 8 Harry M. Edwards Geraldine D. Zurn Leonard L. LoCastro PRESIDENT VICE — PRESIDENT Edmond T. Giovannelli Board of Directors Thomas R. Brown faculty To you from failing hands we throw The torch, be yours to hold it high. Proud words inscribed upon the Wall that all might read and know There are those that we admire. Beacons burning as a guide Though the light may e'er grow dimmer The fire shining shall not die. high in our hearts we cherish A dedicated administrative staff and faculty characterized by leadership, understanding, and discipline has successfully led Academy through her sixtieth year as a vital educational institution for the students of southeast and southwest Erie. The effective trio of Principal Donald DeNardo and his able assistants. Donald Zonno and Bertha Blau, combined their experience and knowledge for the duties of enforcing school policy and conducting the numerous operations involved in running a large senior high school. The principals, faculty, and all other miscellaneous school personnel com- mand both our respect and gratitude for insuring a meaningful 1979-1980 school year for the student body. Donald R. DeNardo. Principal Bertha H. Blau. Assistant Principal Donald J. Zonno. Assistant Principal 12 Ralph Barbara Guidance Counselor Jay Buchanan Guidance Counselor ideals and fair renown On October 19. 1979. after a long, arduous struggle. Academy lost the friendship and devotion of one of her much-loved secretaries. Harriet Donocoff. She will be sadly missed by everyone at Academy High School. Busy at one of their daily duties. Donna Hoydic and Janice Toth prepare the work to be used throughout the day. 13 training lives in truth and duty Ronald Bailey Special Education Elaine Benson: Phys. Ed.; What do you mean you blew up your lab partner!” shouts Mr. Ouirk. Health Noel Burgoyne: Eng. II. IIH; English Bookroom 14 Mr Welch explains to Jim Dowling the proper procedure to design a blueprint. Louis Carmcelli: Cit. Ed. A new teacher at Academy. Mr. Wilson, shows Francine Stone and Lisa Saunders how to properly use the band saw. James Chizmadia: Art Is Adv. Art Shirley Comstock: Phys. Ed.s Health: Cheerleader Adv. Thomas Damas: Alg. I. Math Daniel PiTulliO: Special K . Cons. Math Education Frederick Evans: Earth Science. Arthur Fearn Biology: Chem.; Hon. Chem. Mark Ferrara Eng. 9. II Rem. 15 Brenda FerrittO: Choir; Edward Gubish Earth Sci. Chorus; Rel. Arts Frederick Guenther A.P. Joseph Haas: Biol.; A.P. Biol. Eur. Hist.; W. Cult 0. I0H Miss Russell takes attendance in geometry to see who is skipping her class. Rene Hayes Cit. Ed. Robert Hiney: Wld. Cult. 16 for her sturdy sons are so valiant Til my dying day. I’ll never know why you'd want a picture of me in the yearbook. says Mr. Carnicefli. Frederick KantZ: Sociol.; Edward Kuhar Math 9. 10 A.P. U.S. Hist.; Treasurer 17 According to Mr. Kuhar. Nothing from nothing leaves nothing. Margaret McMahon Steno I. 2. Typ. I. 2. K Richard Miller: Eng. II. I2H. Academe Mary McConnell Eng. 9. 12 A.P.. Star i Robert McDonald: Eng. IOH. 10 Rem. and her maidens so kind and true 18 I swear I'll kill him. Who's next? questions a determined Mr. Morosky. It is obvious that Mr. Zlotnicki’s class can hardly wait for the paper to start the Daniel Nawrocki Earth Sci. quiz. Robert Morgan Phys. Ed.; Health Frederick Morosky: Earth Sci. Martin Niebauer A.P. Cal.; Anal.; Comput.; Alg. 6 Trig. Evelyn Peterson: Bkkg. I. 2. Typ. I; Per. Typ. Ntkg. Frank PettinatO: Dr. Trng. James Pfisterer Alg. I. 3 Ronald Price: Dr. Trng. Scientific excellence is the concern of Mr. Gubish for his freshmen. ■ - Mr. Macey tries persist only to convince Jennifer First that he really is a nice guy. Robert Rohde: Ger. I. 2; Roger Roumfort: Crafts I. 2 tng. 9 Rita Russell Alg. I; H. Alg. I; H. Geonii PI. Geonv Paul Simitoski Voc. Hortic. Marilyn Smith: tng. 9i 9 Rem. Rebecca Trojan Multi Handicapped Mrs. Ferritto proudly displays to all teachers how to keep their desks tidy. X honor, trust, and loyalty James Welch Drftng. I. h Woodshop I; Graph. Arts Mr. Hayes smiles as he thinks of the revenge he'll seek for being called a midget. Frank Williams: Stg. Band. Band; Str.; Orch. 21 “Who said, 'there's no current events quiz this week?' asks Mr. Hiney. in her service frank and free These teachers were not photographed for the yearbook: William Ulrich, History 9, 2i Louis DiBacco. American History; Luther Manus. Woodshop I. 2. Casimir Szymanowicz, Learning Disabilities. Merton Wilson: AVA Stg.s H. Imprvmt. ( i Patricia Zalas H Ec. I. 1 Ind. Living Michael Zlotnicki: W. Cull.; Cit. Ed Mrs. Peterson calls home lo find out the last minute details on One Life to Live.' Lue House Special Education Aide Elizabeth Schaaf. Office Aide Elaine Steves Librarian Aide Dolores Sheridan Nurse 22 Cleaning Ladies Bottom Irene Moryc. Frieda Bartmkowski. Vicki Sadlier. Helen Rutkowski. Top: Cathy Messina. Mary Ann Peters. Rita Sarra. for academy the gold and blue Custodians Dennis Pelkowski. Paul Stanek. Jim Markiewicz. C yxr. Custodian. Dennis Pelkowski. makes his sixth period trash pick up. Cafeteria Ladies Bottom Jean Darr. Betty Boccio. Eleanor Oblywamk. Helen Brown. Leslie Skopow. Top Joan Harayda. Pat Dickey. Charlotte Ohman. Helen Olszewski. Elma Vitelli 23 sports The Athlete unleashes his physical power and creates an atmosphere of shimmering excitement. The Crowd caught up in the fast pace becomes a roar of enthusiasm, conscious as a group, aware only of the game. T5 The 78-79 Girls’ Softball Team had a record of 4-D. The team was young with only two seniors. Laurie Gehrlein and Shebby Overton, but several individuals had outstanding records. Pitcher Laurie Witosky came through with a .260 average in her junior year. Sophomore Doreen Leroy, a standout at shortstop, did an excellent job. sporting a .428 average. Kathy Snider, a sophomore at first base, had an average of .372. and freshmen Jackie Watkins, shined with a .318 average. The girls gave Coach Niebauer an encouraging outlook for coming seasons. Bottom: Becky Bihler. Patti Hatheway. Karen Bihler. Annette Sims. Brenda Hammond. Top: Coach Niebauer. Debbie Hertz. Laurie Gehrlein. Doreen Leroy. Laurie Witosky. Kathy Snider. Dean Grygier. Kathy Ott. and manager. Jeanne Thunberg. AHS OPP I Tech 29 0 Vincent 10 II St. Bens 9 10 Mercyhurst 5 s McDowell 16 6 Last 15 0 Fairview 12 6 Villa 16 4 Tech 14 6 Vincent 23 8 Mercyhurst 9 9 McDowell 8 9 Iroquois 19 7 Villa 17 14 St. Bens 9 II Last 24 girls strike out Sophomores. Kathy Ott and Kathy Snider, practice throughout the seasons, winter and spring, for a successful upcoming year. 26 netmen show potential L - R: J. Brumfield. D. Jones. S. Gourley. C. Jenson. D. Weary. J. Norcross. G. Morrow. R. Gold. B. Howell. J. Grygier. The Boys' Tennis Team finished the season with a 6-9 record. Coach Tom Jones feels that the team worked very hard to get where they are now from last year. Seniors Craig Kimmel and Craig Jensen played in the first and second man positions this year. Freshmen Jeff Brumfield and Scott Gourley. Junior Brad Howell, and Senior Kent Ewer rotated for the season's third, fourth, and fifth positions. The coach feels the team has shown much potential, and they should have a firm foundation for the future years. Senior Craig kimmel gives an excellent performance at one of the team s winning matches. 37 Junior Brad Howell gets ready for a solid back-hand swing in a successful metro meet. AHS OP P 62 Meadville 69 35 McDowell 97 53 East 79 47 Tech 85 41 Villa 91 58 Vincent 74 cinderettes fall short Row I: A. Ponce. B. Raltes. $. Steiner. P. Wozniak. M. Bridges. A. Robinson. C. Rouse. M. Kestel. Row 2 S. Gillespie. B. Jenkins. L. Hiney. J. First. P. Person. M. Person. J. Pascarella. R. Goldstein. Row 3: Coach G. Swabb. S. Stewart. J. Wayne. S. Pascarella. J. Davis. T. Martin. V. Hooks. D. Overmoyer. L. Saunders. S. Page. T. Cook. Even though the girls worked hard training for the track season, it wasn’t enough to produce a winning season. The team does, although, show potential for a better season this year. Coached by Bill Anderson. Elaine Benson, and Gregg Swabb. the Girls’ Track Team had a record of 0-6. Outstanding team members were Mary Jaycox, twins Jean and Jill Wayne, and Vicki Hooks. They were undefeated in Metro Meets for the last two years. All four girls returned this year for the 1980 season. The coaches are hoping for girls with enthusiasm that can help bring the team successful coming years. Sophomore Terry Marlin glides gracefully over the hurdles in an upsetting meet against East High last spring. girl netters fault Left to Right: K. Kosiorek. K. Lasko. D. Leroy. K. Bolton. T. Wood. Mr. Bailey. GIRLS' TENNIS Lack of experience left the 1979 Girls’ Tennis Team with a record of 0-8. Supervising the completely new team was Coach Ronald Bailey. The tennis team was young with only one junior and four sophomores. All five girls did. however, receive letters. Unfortunate- ly. there weren't any senior girls who took interest in the team. Coach Bailey along with the returning team members hope that there will be more girls trying out for the 1980 season. harrierettes trip CROSS COUNTRY In their first year of competition the Academy Girls’ Cross Country Team finished the season with one win and three losses. Their one win was against Tech on September 25. Freshman Carla Worthen was the first girl from Academy to finish first in a dual meet, but this happened in a losing cause to East. The fastest finisher from Academy at Sections was freshman. Patty Eckendorf. who won a trophy for her eighth place finish. 29 Top: C. Jones. K. Selker. P. Eckendorf. Bottom: C. Graham. K. Jones. L. Stevenson. cindermen lose pace With the opening of the newly renovated stadium, the Academy Boys' Track Team got its season under way. The team lacked depth but had some outstanding athletes. At the top of the list of significant performers was Ray Dickerson, who in the 800 meter race became the first Academy athlete in two decades to win a state championship. Also qualifying for the state meet was Dan Young who now holds the school record of 13 feet in the pole vault. HS OPP 7| Vincent 79 95 Meadville 37 74 Last 75 51 Tech 99 6$ Prep 59 McDowell 91 30 T ttusville IX Outstretching their competitors are sprinters. Lavonne Rowan and Lee Barney. Larry Wall contributes much needed points in the long jump. Superior conditioning shows as Paul Heise and Joe Davis forge ahead. 30 With their opponents nowhere to be seen Brad Weirieh and Ray Dickerson show the importance of teamwork in winning a relay race. Bottom: B. Moore. K. Tarn. B. Weirieh. D. Young. D. Stewart, k. Wolf. S. Parco. N. Clement. Top J. Schneider. P. Gillespie. P. Heise. B. White. J. Davis. C. Meyer. L. Klima. M. Dennison. Mgr. D. Wiest. head coach. J. Delsandro. 31 Top: M. Matlock. R. Skonieczka. P. Rhodos. T. Agostmo. J. Fuhrman. P. Shesterenko. R. Eerrante. P. Haras. J. Ickicwicz. J. Wieser. E. Schriefer. Bottom k. Harayda. B. Hower. N. Klochak. M. Manna. G. Harayda. J. Torok. J. Sabella. n batmen slide to second With the emphasis on quick, alert playing. Coach Ron Severo’s team compiled a 15-5 record, and its fifth straight winning season. The Academy crew, leading the whole way through the season, wrapped up a sole position for second place in Metro League play. Team play was the key to the success of the varsity men this year. Team leaders were: Phil Rhodes, Joe Ickiewicz. Jim Torok. Paul Haras, Greg Harayda. and Bill Hobson. While Ickiewicz. Rhodes and Haras led the defensive standouts, All-City members included Paul Haras and Jeff Wieser on the first team and the pitcher catcher combination of Joe Ickiewicz and Phil Rhodes on the second team. Honorable Mention went to Jim Torok and Greg Harayda. With only two starting-seniors returning for the '80 season. Coaches Ron Severo, Anthony LaRoceo. and Mark Rafalows- ki have a lot of rebuilding to do. Eyeing the pitcher in preparation for a curve-ball is Paul Haras. AHS OPP II Eairview 1 5 Eairview 7 Tech 1 i McDowell 0 9 $t. Marks 3 0 Vincent 4 4 St. Marks 1 16 Cathedral Prep 3 5 Mercyhurst Prep 4 5 East 2 2 Mercyhurst Prep 2 5 McDowell 1 9 Conneaut 1 3 Meadville 4 17 Ashtabula 5 2 Conneaut 1 2 Cathedral Prep 4 6 East 1 : Tech 0 0 Vincent 1 • e ' 33 Ricky Gore's split second decision pays off as the game winning run. hilltoppers get winded The Academy Boys’ Cross Country Team ended with a 0-10 record, due mainly to the lack of depth. Junior John Schneider placed thirteenth at the Central Catholic Invitational, sixth at the McDowell Invitational, fifth at the Sections’ Meet, and first in most of the other meets; however, this alone did not prove to be enough to lift the team to victory. AHS OPP 35 East 34 3 7 Tech 33 39 Vincent 26 43 Prep 2° 44 Girard 19 4} McDowell 34 I 40 East 31 39 Tech 36 3! Vincent 34 44 Prep 19 Bottom Rich Solvedt. Jeff Vanderwort. Ray Dickerson. Top: Coach Vereb. Nick Montefiori. Karl Tartt. John Schneider. Kym Selker. Manager; Coach Gary Eller. With opponents nowhere in sight. John Karl Tartt and Nick Montefiori exert themselves to the fullest extent in the fast half mile of Schneider strides to victory. the cross-country race. 34 lion cubs improve record Row I Mgr. D. Morrison; B. Hartmann. A. Overton. K. Wolf. D. Stewart. M. Green. W. Lindsey. S. Byerly. W. Grenaway. W. Roberge. T. O'Rourke. Row 1 T. Barnes. T. DeSanti. D. Rucker. J. Casey. D. Peoples. C. Newby. T. McCullum. G. Harris. M. Larkin. W. Archibald. D. Whitehill. C. Collins. E. Graves. Row i Head Coach. Harry Morrison; S. McCabe. S. Loomis. S. Hemming. G. Julio. K. Robinson. J. Hines. J. Norcross. B. Burkley. M. Gulick. S. Walters. D. Carpenter. M. Graves. P. Julio. D. Weary. M. Jordan, and Asst. Coach. Chris hlipkowski. The hands of Kris Wolf plus the leg of Paul Julio equals 3 points on a 35 yard field goal. Wendall Lindsey sees nothing but the goaNine. as he takes the ball for an 80 yard kickoff return This year’s JV Football Team acquired a new coaching staff with head coach. Harry Morrison and his assistant. Chris Ftltpkowski. The little Lions ended their season with a 5-3-1 record. The team’s leading players were co- captains. Doug Stewart and John Hines. Other standouts were running backs. Wendell Lindsey. William Grenaway. and Rodney Lofton along with wing back. Kris Wolf. These and many more players will make fine varsity athletes next season. AHS OPP 6 Prep 14 0 Tech 0 13 SV 33 6 East 0 16 McP 14 13 Prep 19 13 Tech 6 14 SV 8 33 East S Splitting the defense, tight end Doug Stewart grabs an aerial and breaks loose for a TP. 35 lions forfeit metro crown AHS OPP 44 Strong Vincent 0 IS Toledo Waite s 28 Pittsburgh Canevin IS s bIk County Christian 6 26 Johnsonburg 6 6 McDowell 2 34 bast High 14 6 Tech 21 14 Cathedral Prep 6 The 1979 Academy Football Team ended the season with a 70 overall record and a 30 record in Metro League play, finishing second to Tech Memorial. The Lions, suffering from forfeit trouble all season, managed to overcome the tragedy with only one forfeit loss, which cost them the Metro League title. The season was high lighted by the rushing of Lavonne Rowan and Stefon Lyons. Suffering from injuries most of the season. Rowan managed to gain 988 yards in 145 carries, for an amazing 6.8 yards per carry, while Lyons rushed for 500 yards in 95 trips. The passing attack was led by quarterback Greg Harayda completing 51.1 percent of his passes for 912 yards. His main targets were Lee Barney. 15 catches for 300 yards. Rick Skonieczka. 13 catches for 200 yards-, and Mike Fuhrman. 12 catches for 175 yards. The offensive team averaged 20.8 points per game, while the defense limited its opponents to just 9.1 points per game. The loss of senior defensemen Mel Hobson. Doug Sesler, and Jim Sampson will hurt greatly; but juniors Mike Fuhrman. Mark Manna, and Louie Phillips will be able to carry the load next season. Lions impress spectators in pre game show. Row I: L. Phillips, S. Porter, G. Harayda. B. White. D. Sesler. S. Balczon. M. Hobson. P. Przepierski. Trnr. J. Cacchione. Row 2 R. Holman. R. Skonieczka. K. Wolf, J. Lynch. H. Sama. B. Julio. M. Manna. Row i. K. Harayda. T. DeSanti. B. Alex. J. Hines. K. Norfolk. S. Karsh. Row 4: R. Karsh. M. Murphy. R. Ross. Z. Ztanbro. B. White Row 5 H. House, I. Chapman. L. Barney. L. Rowan. Row 6. J. Lvans. D. Stewart, and M. Fuhrman. Missing: J. Sampson. 36 Junior wingback. Mark Manna, shows his tremendous concentration as he hangs onto the ball for a score. Lion right halfback Stefon Lyons, breaks through the Colonel defensive line for a 10-yard TD. 37 Exuberant Greg Harayda signifies 6 more points for the scoreboard. Rick Skonieczka races for the end zone after hauling in Greg Harayda's pass. After running a perfect pass route. Lee Barney shows his leaping ability by snagging a pass. 38 Leading rusher. Lavonne Rowan, hesitates before turning upfield for another first down. All-Meiro. Greg Harayda. prepares to fire a bullet downfield to an open receiver. Coming out of the backfield. Stefon Lyons steps in front of Greg Harayda's pass and heads for the goalline. Speed demon. Lavonne Rowan, races around end as Mark Manna and Doug Sesler shield off defenders 39 spikers rotate record The 1979 Volleyball Team showed great improvement over previous years’ records. The girls bettered their record to 6-8. Next year’s team should be in strong contention for the Metro Crown with 5 returning letter women. Academy sent two girls to the All-Metro Team: Senior Sharon Stewart to the first team and Junior Kathy Ott in the honorable mention category. AHS OPP 1 Tech 2 2 St. Benedict's 0 0 Villa Maria 2 2 Strong Vincent 0 0 Last 2 1 McDowell 2 2 Mercyhurst 1 0 Tech 2 2 St. Benedict’s 0 0 Villa Maria 2 1 Strong Vincent 2 2 East 0 0 McDowell 2 2 Mercyhurst 1 Miss Volleyball. Sharon Stewart, prepares to unleash a vicious serve on the opposing team. Bottom: J. Kulesza. J. Ott. P Baldwin. A. Ponce. J. Birk. K. Kephart. Top; Laurie Hiney. R. Robaskiewicz. J. Watkins. C. Pelkowski. J. First. Lisa Hiney. k. Ott. S. Stewart. A. Jensen. Blocking the shot of the Villa attacker. Ann Jensen and Kathy Ott display their perfect timing. 40 poloists plunge to fourth Bottom: Mike Murphy. Mark Piganelli. Pat Whitman. Dan Hoffman. Top: Carolyn Hardner. Mgr Jim Nelson. Don Meyer. Bryan Rydzewski. Matt Runser. Rich Henderson; Jean Birk. Mgr. Bryan Rydzewski tries to manuever past defender Mark Piganelli during a practice session. The Academy Waterpolo Team finished the season with a 2-6 record for the fifth straight year. As in the previous years. East proved to be their only victim. Senior and Captain Don Meyer led the way with 26 goals and a berth on the All-City Squad. Second Team. Seniors Mark Piganelli and Mike Grygo captured Honorable Mention on the same squad. Other members of note who assisted the team were Matt Runser and Junior Bryan Rydzewski. Coach Tom Anderson is hoping for more poloists and many more goals next year. AHS OPP 1 Prep 14 7 Tech 16 7 Vincent 14 5 East 4 6 Prep 16 6 Tech 16 12 Vincent 17 13 East 5 41 clubsters tee off Inexperience proved to be the main deterrent for the Academy Boys’ Golf Team, as the club finished the season with an overall 3-7 Metro League record. This year's squad did man- age. however, to send Senior Capt. Dave Wiest and Sophomore Brian Alex to the District 10 Competition. The team’s coach. Mr. Tom Robinson, will have many members returning to next year’s team and looks forward to a successful season. AHS OPP 0 Prep 24 14' 2 Vincent 41 2 13' : East Id 3 8 Tech 16 ■ 2 McDowell 33« 2 ' a Prep 23' 2 7' : Vincent 16' 3 19 East 5 6 Tech 18 3 McDowell 21 Bottom: D. Weis. G. Oless. G. Pruzenski. J. Kosko. Top B. Alex, T. Reedy. D. Wiest. Senior Captain Dave Wiest keeps his eye on the ball after sailing it toward the green. Senior John Gostomski sinks a picture perfect putt and captures a birdie. 42 lionettes make longshot Top: M. Clark. K. Vactor. J. Kulesza. J. Otl. R. Robaskiewicz. Coach J. Welch. Bottom: K. Kephart. R. BiWer. C. Collins. P. Baldwin. L. Hiney. AHS OPP 40 Kennedy Christian 26 57 Tech IS 36 McDowell 56 53 St. Benedict 45 47 Sharon 35 31 Villa 30 55 East 16 46 Mercyhurst IS 43 Tech 14 42 McDowell 56 40 St. Benedict 56 37 Villa 45 36 East 14 40 Mercyhurst 55 The Girls' Junior Varsity Team proved to be very talented and young this year. The majority of the team was made up of freshmen. They ended the season with a three-way tie for first place along with Villa Maria and St. Benedict's. Patty Baldwin dribbles down court in a victorious game. Sophomore. Jean Ott. gets ready for two points in a game against East. 43 Ending rheir season with a brilliant 13-1 record, the crowned Metro Champs showed vitality and skill from the beginning. Mentor Robert McDonald greatly aided the Lionettes in their victories. Outstanding team members included two record-breaking seniors: Audrey Carter scored over 1.000 points to become the first in Academy’s history and Wendy Zeigler became the eighth highest career scorer. Other record breakers were juniors Kelly Reedy and Lisa Hiney who contributed many points to the team's scoreboard. Kathy Ott rounded out the starting five and Kathy Snider lent her support by being sixth player. Many of the Junior Varsity girls also helped by playing for the Varsity Team. With the talent coming up. the Lionet tes should do well the next few years. AHs OPP 67 fair view 41 S3 Villa 40 4 8 Iroquois 40 51 Kennedy Christian 47 54 Tech 48 2 McDowell 39 46 St. Benedict 40 66 Villa 48 4“ Sharon 54 57 bast 43 6S Mercy hurst 35 6' Vincent 26 46 Tech 47 6 McDowell 57 55 St. Benedict 47 '4 Villa 51 63 bast 40 5$ Sharon 45 68 Mercyhurst 49 70 Vincent 29 47 Kennedy Christian 43 lady lions conquer metro Senior Wendy Zeigler scores one point from the foul line. 44 Audrey Carter, record breaking captain, dribbles past her opponents to make an easy two points. Top: Coach Mr. McDonald. Y. Sherrell. L. Hiney. Captain A. Carter. Captam W. Zeigler. K Ott. R. Robaskiewicz. K. Reedy. Mr. Welch. Asst. Coach. Bottom: Mgr. L. Witosky. J. Kulesza. K. Vactor. M. Clark. R. Bihler. P. Baldwin. J. Ott S. Silvaggi. scorekeepen S. Stewart, mgr. Sixth person. Kathy Snider, performs in front of a large crowd for a basket. Junior standout. Kelly Reedy, impresses her opponents by showing her mastered skills 45 matmen take losses lying down The 1979-80 Academy Wrestlers finished their season with a 5-8 record in fourth place in the Metro League. Sean Herron captured first place in the Metro Tournament, while Ron Holman placed second. Senior Captains, Sean Herron and Ray Dickerson along with Junior Ron Holman, were featured in the lineup. Herron, compiling an overall record of 15-0 winning by fall in 14 outings, led the team with an all-time Academy record of 75 points. Ray Dickerson ended with a QO record, while Ron Holman capped the season at 130. The team, coached by Rene Hayes and Paul Simitoski, will enter the State Tournament with a strong force. Senior Sean Herron crushes his Tech opponent for his 13th straight pin. Bottom: M. Nash. J. Conway. S. Johnson. L.B. Saunders. T. Parker. S. Herron. J. Hines. R. Ferrante. P. Grygo. R. Dickerson. J. Moyak. R. Holman. Top: R. Witosky. N. Wilcox. D. Sheldon. M. Jordan. E. Evans. D. Grayson. F. Williams. R. Cook. D. Rogers. K. Hammer. Coach Rene Hayes. Missing: Asst. Coach Paul Simitoski. 46 Senior Ray Dickerson gets one of his record-setting takedowns. 105-pound Powerhouse Ken Hammer works for an escape in the Metro Tournament. 47 Senior Ritchie Ferrante takes time out to ask Coach Hayes how his hair looks. varsity dribbles season The Academy Boys’ Basketball Team finished the season with a 11-12 record and a 4-6 record in Metro League play. Under new coach. Paul Demyanovich, the varsity men started and finished the season strong, but they couldn’t continue the streak through the middle part of the season. The Lions bid for a playoff spot was ended in their last game of the season, when they lost to McDowell. Ron Harden and Mel Hobson led the team in scoring with 350 and 280 points respectively. The following in descending order were other century scorers: Rick Skonieczka (250). Greg Harayda (205), and Shawn Henderson (170). Kevin Harayda. Derrick Barnes, and Brian Hower also aided in the cause. Losing only three seniors, next year’s team should do better on the court. AHS OPP 49 Kanty Prep 53 Meadville 50 62 Fairview 55 67 Cambridge Springs 60 34 Prep 58 45 Bradford 80 56 East 57 48 Kanty Prep 44 73 Mercyhurst 61 74 Vincent 53 70 McDowell 89 60 McDowell Tournament 66 43 McDowell Tournament 49 77 Elk Christian Tournament 79 73 Elk Christian Tournament 77 45 Tech 50 4: Prep 76 70 East 61 76 Vincent 74 60 General McLane 50 70 W arren 63 Tech McDowell Senior Mel Hobson shows his leaping ability by shooting over a host of Vincent defenders. 48 Jumping high above a Vincent defender. Ron Harden lays up a soft jump shot. Derrick Barnes shoots his jump-shot over a host of Prep defenders. Showing good form. Rick Skonieczka dazzles his opponents as he shoots for two. The senior-junior brother duo. consisting of Greg and Kevin Harayda. show similar shooting form in their victory over Vincent. Derrick Barnes concentrates on nothing but the basket, as he sends two more points to the scoreboard. Shawn Henderson maneuvers around a Vincent player for an easy two points. Bottom: R. Ross. D. Barnes. K. Harayda. M. Barnes. B. Hower. B. Franz. Top: S. Henderson. R. Skonieczka. M. Hobson. G. Harayda. R. Harden. Absent: J. Gostomski. 50 j.v. netters rebuild Bottom: T. DeSanti. G. Crosby. M. McKines. Top: R. Drayer. R. Crosby. B. Burkley. J. DiTullio. J. Norcross. The 1979 SO Boys’ JV Basketball Team ended the season with a 4-14 record under new coach, Mr. Gregg Swabb. Losing many close games, the little Lions could have easily reversed their record to 11-7. The lack of players and enthusiasm contributed greatly to the losing season. This year’s rebuilding team consisted of starters: Brian Alex. Bruce Burkley, John DiTullio, and Maurice McKines. Next year’s team should do much better with many freshmen returning. AHS OPP 34 Meadville '3 45 Fairview 41 T Cambridge Springs 14 3' Prep 60 38 Bradford 39 31 East 40 38 Kanty Prep 47 63 Mercyhurst 69 47 Prep 46 61 Vincent 77 63 McDowell '8 39 Tech 44 30 Prep 67 38 East 56 47 Vincent 50 53 General McLane 45 39 Tech 47 36 McDowell 47 John DiTullio shoots his patented one handed jump-shot over a host of Prep defenders. Brian Alex shoots for two. 51 tumblers fall Disappointed by an 0-6 record, the Girls' Gymnastic Team ended their season, however, they did have a few outstanding members. Theresa Toy was a fine performer in all four events floor, bars, beam, and vault. Competing in the Districts with Theresa Toy were Annette Ponce and Tammy Holloway. Naida Lyons con tributed her talent to the team on the uneven bars. Nine of the twelve girls were new to Academy’s Gymnastic Team and all except two seniors are expected to return for next year’s season. Under the supervision of Coach Llaine Benson, the girls are hoping for more successful seasons. A. Ponce. D. Miles. L. Jepson. M. Voltz. T. Corraine. K. Lewonas. N. Lyons. S. Remley. T. Toy. S. O'Rourke. K. Rouse. K. Lewonas. Senior Lisa Jepson shows her split personality on the beam. 52 Perfectionist Theresa Toy shows flexibility and balance on the beam. keglers gutter out Senior Sue Vitale attempts to convert the 1-3-9 spare. Practicing individually in their spare time, this year’s Academy Bowling Team combined efforts at Perry Plaza Lanes to compete against other area high schools. Leading the way with average was Becky Bihler. who finished the season with a 126 average. She also posted a 190 game. Other members aiding in the Lions cause were Karen Bihler. Sue Vitale. Sharon Stewart. Jackie Clark, and Janet fcllenberger. 53 Standing: K. Bihler, B. Bihler. S. Stewart. J. Ellenberger. S. Vitale. Kneeling J. Clark. With a record of 2-8 the Academy Girls' Swim Team had a disappointing season, due mainly to illness (flu) at the time of the meets. This year the team doubled in teammates consisting of four freshmen, one sophomore, five juniors, and seniors: Marjorie Gold. Becky Gehrlein, Pam Nelson. Karen Nichols, Theresa Stevens. Marti Boyer, and Captain Carolyn Hardner. This has been the first year Academy High School has been represented by a freshman diver — Marie Gehrlein. Top winners this year were Kathy Birk. Patty Eckendorf. Carolyn Hardner. and Marjorie Gold. These girls went to Edinboro for the District 10 Meet. The team was under the tutelage of Coach Shirley Comstock. guppies lose fins Row I: M. Gehrlein. K. Nichols. Row 1. K. Birk. B. Postlethwait. M. Gold. M. Williams. Row 3= K. Sliker (mgr.). J. Birk. B. Jenkins. B. Gehrlein. D. Hertz. P. Eckendorf. T. Stevens. Row 4= P. Nelson. D. O’Day. Captain C. Hardner. Before the meet. Patty Eckendorf. Carolyn Hardner. and Marj Gold show their strength by pushing the wall. 54 tankers run aground L to R: M. Murphy. B. Rydzewski. D. Meyer. J. Schneider. M. Runser. M. Piganelli. Senior Don Meyer plunges into his leg of the 400-yard relay. The Boys' Swim Team, coached by Mrs. S. Comstock, had a record of 1-9 this year, a disappointing season because of the lack of participants. Outstanding aquanauts were senior captain Don Meyer and Bryan Rydzewski. The outstanding diver, Windmill Mike Murphy, placed well in competition. The team can only hope to do better next year. MHS OPP XI Prep 57 39 East 42 X Tech 40 37 McDowell 119 X Strong Vincent 55 16 Prep 64 41 East 37 XI Tech 56 49 Strong Vincent 33 51 Iroquois 89 Brian Rydzewski's face says it all after winning the 500-yard freestyle. 55 activities Involvement • Growing, Learning All are a part of life. In each activity we find a bit of ourselves - Accepted. Appreciated. Enjoying Creativity. 57 clubs gain ground CHESS CLUB The members of the Chess Club, under the direction of Mr. Martin Niebauer. were very active this year. Weekly meetings and periodic tournaments with area schools served to test and improve their skills. Among the top competitors were Cliff Ponce. Tom Parker, and James Nowak. AERO AMERICAN CLUB The Afro-American Club met with Mr. Erank Williams on Tuesdays in room 125 to discuss ideas and activities for the black students of Academy High School. The club presented a special assembly during Black History Week in February with informative guest speakers who discussed pertinent issues in the black community. The members of the club have made many contributions to the black community in the past and look forward to making many more contributions in the future. Chess Club: Sitting T. Parker. J. Nowak. N. Montefiori. Standing Advisor Mr. M. Niebauer. T. Peetman. C. Ponce. 58 Afro-American Club: Row I-. C. Ross. M. Conner. V. Cook. C. Worthen. D. Parker. P. Conner. E. Lyons. L. Williams. Row 2. E. Pacley. D. Wayne. P. Roberts. A. Tate. S. Windham. R. McMillian. R. Jordan. J. Watkins. Row i. Advisor Mr. F. Williams. L. Williams. S. Martin. M. Young. R. Dickerson. R. Jaycox. W. Hobson. L. Saunders. B. Manus. spirit club generates spirit L R: Officers: Jeff Grygier. V. Pres.. Dave Litz. V. Pres.; Sean Herron. Pres., and Kim Rouse. Sec-Treas. The Academy Spirit Club roared into its second year with more enthusiasm than ever. Participation increased greatly this year because of the large number of freshmen and the growing interest in school sports. The newly elected officers helped to organize fund drives, caravans, and tee-shirt sales. These officers consisted of Sean Herron. Pres.; Dave Litz, V. Pres.; Jeff Grygier. V. Pres.; and Kim Rouse. Sec-Treas. The officers, combined with the upsurge in student participa tion. helped to lead the club through another spirit-rousing year. 59 Academy’s vibrant Spirit Club raises a little hell. cheerleaders exemplify spirit Spirited Varsity. Junior Varsity, and newly-formed Freshmen Cheerleaders led Academy students in organized cheering at rallies and sporting events. With the help of their advisor. Shirley Comstock, they practiced during sixth period and after school to surprise the fans with their perfected cheers and mounts. Also, the cheerleaders sold school supplies and candy throughout the year to help pay for the costs of summer cheerleading camp. The leaders were Mary Hanlin. varsity capt.; Laurie Olson, varsity co-capt.; Amy Jones. JV capt.; Carrie Strohm. JV co-capt.; and Nadine Stovall. Freshmen captain. With the majority of the Varsity Cheerleaders graduat- ing. students will see some new members of the Academy Cheerlead- ing squads. Bottom to Top J. Kosko. P. Conner. M. Cherico. J. Tate. L. Olson. H. Schaaf. M. Hanlin. S. Kazmierczak. C. Stockhausen. L. Jepson. Bottom: P. Hatheway. K. Rouse. C. Heberle. C. Williams. C. Strohm. A. Tate. A. Jones. Top: N. Stovall. M. Weed. L. Conner. M. Gama. N. Sessamen. K. Reagle. S. Suminski. S. Crocker. S. Solvedt. D. Miles. M. Voltz. 60 Finally, after many years of waiting. Academy has another championship band. Under the leadership of Director Frank Williams III and the drill instruction of the Beckwith Brothers. Academy's Marching Band dominated many competitions. Their most impressive performance was the Cassadaiga-Music-ln-Motion, where they took 8 trophies including Grand Champions. For the past two years Drum Major Todd Fox has made a distinctive mark in AFIS history. Fie has won every Drum Major award in the competitions in which he has participated. The Band started off the year with remarkable potential, and after long hours on the practice field and many hours of individual practice, the results were very rewarding. One group which can’t be overlooked is the Colorguard. In their second year of existence they have performed to expertise. AFIS Concert Band, which is formed from the Marching Band, also sparkled in many festivals and competitions. Yet another integral part of the Music Department is the Orchestra and Stage Band. The Stage Band added musical variety with selections from the jazz, blues, and pop fields. Performing in many out-of-state jazz festivals, the Stage Band ranked highly. This year’s achievements for Band. Stage Band, and Orchestra can only be contributed to hard work and dedication by every member and the advisors. champions dominate Colorguard: Row I: S. Adams. H. Mawhir. K. Nichols. G. Opalemk. N. Wright. Row 3: R. Moore. D. Baker. L. Opalenik. R. Wiler. P. Ferguson. J. Lego. C. Fox. B. Francis. Stage Band: Row I: L. Sesler. C. Meyer. T. Bambridge. L. Priester. D. Whitehill, S. Parco. J. Goldsmith, t. Rapela. D. Jones. Row h K. Bolton. B. Smock. J. Villella. L. Klima. K. Foster. Row i Dir. F. Williams. M. Murphy. P. Grygo. T. Fox. W. Liller. T. Goldsmith. T. Steinhauer. T. Lugenbeal. R. Mosgrave. K. kaufmann. 62 Band: Row I: L. Priester. Anno Walker. C. Meyer. L. Weirich. B. Baltes. G. Schultz. T. Parco. K. Ropelewski. J. Whitney. A. Hohwald. M. DeDionisio. S. Gillespie. B. Sliker. Row 2: L. Sesler. N. Lyon. 6. Henderson. C. Weaver. M. DeJong. J. Goldsmith. D. Jones. G. Sipple. E. Rapela. S. Parco. C. Meyer. K. Holder. G. Mays. Row 3: A. Cohen. T. Hamrick. W. Byrd. S. Jasmski. R. Gold. C. Palicia. R. laboni. D. Shapiro. D. Bloom. S. Kelso. C. Worst. L. Weaver. B. Altsman. W. Liller. T. Steinhauer. T. Goldsmith. T. Lugenbeal. Row 4: L. Lyles. J. Alfien. R. Keith. B. Hepler. J. Villella. A. Stinely. J. Gore. T. Stirsman. B. Smock. L. Klima. D. Giles. D. Peoples. M. McLanahan. R. Mosgrave. K. Kaufmann. R. Walker. Row 5: Drum Major S. Reichert. Dir. F. Williams. Drum Major T. Fox. K. Bolton. N. Baxter. L. Hill. T. Jasmski. C. Quinlan, P. Grygo. M. Murphy. R. Thunberg. B. Meyer. B. Sliker. K. Foster. R. Roberts. V. Smith. A. Hakim. Absent: A. Green. R. Hansbrew. S. Harris. S. Johnson. M. Lemke. D. Monti. S. Sanford. S. Thompson. J. Wells. R. Werner. Orchestra: Row I: P. Baldwin. S. Crocker. L. Priester. B. Sliker. L. Sesler. A. Cohen. W. Byrd. R. laboni. K. Foster. D. Braun. N. Neiner. Row 2: J. Lego. K. Bolton. J. Bower. R. Walker. W. Liller. T. Lugenbeal. J. Goldsmith. S. Kelso. D. Bloom. D. Giles. J. Barron. A. Achille. S. Grady. Row 3 M. Murphy. T. Fox. P. Grygo. Dir. Frank Williams. Drum Majors: Todd Fox and Steve Reichert. 63 twirlers add appeal Academy majorettes once again captured the eyes of their spectators while performing in half-time shows, competitions, pep rallies, and parades. They practiced many hours after school to perfect their dance routines. They were led this year by Captain Linda Miller and Co-Captains Susan Vitale and Kyra Lewonas. The recently created Pom Pom Squad led by Captain Karen Bloom and Co-Captains Jennifer Fendya and Sonia Sabetti also pleased the crowds. The girls attend- ed camp last summer at Alliance College where they learned twirls to add to their routines. The sale of candles and Pulakos’ Candies enabled the twirlers to purchase small flags to use in their field shows and to defray Bottom: S. Sabetti. K. Bloom. J. Fendya. Top: S. Vitale. I. Miller. K. Lewonas. any other expenses incurred. 64 Row I: K. Spencer. C. Gaduski. K. Lewonas. C. Edelman. Row 2. P. Hogan. S. Conner. R. Graham. S. Stanbro. C. Jones. Row 3: C. Corraine. K. Lewonas. C. Mahoney. L. Thompson. K. Serafin. J. Ellenberger. L. Critchfield. L. Miller. V. Sabella. S. Vitale. M. Brown. A. Carter. Mgr. W. Zeigler. Row I: S. Page. S. Sabelli. K. Bloom. J. Fendya. M. Jaycox. Row 2; L. Sandlestein. S. Victor. M. Person. Row 3 T. Prindle. M. Sandlestein. K. Giordano. R. McMillian. K. Napier. L. Hogan. T. McFarland. J. Murphy. 65 senate puts it together Designed to bring the student body together and keep them up to date on school events, the Academy Student Senate enjoyed many successes throughout the year. Among these accomplishments were Slave Day, Carnation Day, the famed Academy- on-Parade, and several dances. Under the leadership of Advisor Mr. George Macey and President Doug Sesler. the Senate organized many dances and activities to keep the students entertained. Other officers included Steve Reichert, V.P.; Tom Reedy, Treas.; and Liz Sesler, Secre- tary. Senior : Bottom: B. Sliker. J. Grygier. K. Kaufmann. E. Schriefer. Top. M. Gold, T. Wood. M. Cherico. B. Manus 66 Freshmen: Row 1= K. Stevens, R. McMillian. T. Montgomery. L. DeCarolis. Row 1 M. Fahey. D. Floffman, E. Taylor. C. Ponce, J. Goldsmith. Row 3: C. Burke. K. Walters. T. Piotrowicz. T. Schultz. D. Wimarski. R Jordan. Sophomores: Bottom: V. Craig. A. Jones. E. Lyons. B. Bruno. Top- B. Sliker. L. Klima. D. Burger. D. Stewart. C. Williams. Top to Bottom: Officers: Advisor G. Macey. D. Sesler. Pres.; S. Reichert. V. Pres.; T. Reedy. Treas.; L. Sesler. Sec. Exec. Board: Row I: D. Schaaf. L. Sesler. Row 2: R. McMillian. T. Reedy. D. Stewart. Row 3: D. Ericson. B. Sliker. D. Sesler. Advisor G. Macey. Juniors: Bottom: C. Ballman. D. Schaaf. J. Lego. M. Battle. Top: B. Rydzewski. M. Manna. K. Lewonas. J. Eendya. M. Fuhrman. 67 Meeting every Sixth Period in Room 107 with Mrs. Mary McConnell, the advisor, the Academy Star staff succeded in producing an excellent newspaper. Striving to put together monthly issues to inform the student body on school and local events kept the members of this staff very busy. Special editions such as The Star- light. the annual literary magazine, the Senior Last Will and Testament, and holiday issues were distributed. Over the past few years the Star has placed very high in the Pennsylvania State Press Association Contest as well as the Gannon Tri-County Contest. Awards have included Best Editorial. Best Feature Article. Best Sports Column. and a long list of others. The Star and the Academe staffs enjoy a compatibility that has proved very rewarding to both literary groups. Editor Jamie Kimmel discusses layouts with page editor Marjorie Gold. star makes headlines Row I- K. Loomis. R. Henderson. H.Reynaud. B. Bruno. B. Levine. B. Howell. L. Gauslin. Row 2- M. Smyth. M. Gold. S. Markowitz. T. Stevens. J. Grygier. J. Jordan. Mrs. McConnell. Row 3- G. Spaeder. R. Ross. L. Lechner. D. Erickson. D. Sesler. S. Herron. J. Kimmel. 68 bi-linguists communicate Sp. Club L to R: D. Hertz. K. lasko. B. Jenkins. M. Williams. J. Davis. M. Battle. SPANISH CLUB Limited membership did not keep members of the Spanish Club from enjoying an active year. At regularly scheduled meetings, members learned famous Spanish songs, experimented with new and exciting recipes, and participated in advanced conversation with each other. These members were able to gain a better understanding of Spanish culture. FRENCH CLUB Once again members of the French Club journeyed to Canada to broaden their linquistic talents. Meeting once a week after school, they sought to learn more about the French life-style and language. At these meetings, students familiarized themselves with songs, games, and customs of France. This year’s projects included a Mardi Gras celebration and a Christmas party. 69 Fr. Club Row |: P. Hatheway. T. Toy. J. Bowers. Row 2 R. Schaaf. S. Johnson. J. Bush. K. Jacobs. C. DePew. Row 3: H. Nguyen. P. Wood. L. Klima. T. Peetman. R. Selleny. Working intently. Fred Thompson hurries to meet an important deadline. This 1980 Academe is the sixtieth consecutive yearbook for Academy High School. The 80 staff received additional responsibilities this year for the first time: the Patron Fund Drive for the four Erie Public High Schools and the Business-Financial end of the Academe. The latter entails the subscriptions, bookkeeping, account- ing. publicity, bill-paying, and raising additional funds through the raffling of 1980 Academes and candy sales. Thus, the twenty-three members of the staff met during the fourth period and also spent many hours before and after school and during vacations in order to meet their deadlines. Many frustra tions and setbacks occurred; however, these were outweighed, in the long run. by the dedication, enthusiasm, congeniality, and comradery of this staff. The administration, many faculty members, and the custodial department deserve the Academe's gratitude for many considerations shown to the staff. The editors, section heads, bookkeepers, photo- graphers. typists, section members, artists, and the patrons' fund chief all contributed their varied talents to produce a quality yearbook. Senior editor-in-chief. Terry Peelman, deserves special recognition for his untiring service. The entire staff exemplified a fine group of students who combined hard work and fun into satisfaction. By Richard Miller, Advisor Photographer Mike Fuhrman stands in disbelief as Senior photographer Sean Herron explains that pictures turn out better with the lens cap off. Editor Terry Peelman collaborates with Sports section members. Doug Stewart and Greg Harayda. 70 Advisor Mr. Miller observes as Greg Harayda and Mark Manna pot together ideas for best results. Working on the Activities Section. Section Head. Tom Nick, discusses a photo with Mark Manna, while Tim Steinhauer ponders ideas for better captions. academe makes memories live on The Burger twins. Dan and Dave, seem amused as Editor Terry Peelman informs them that their pages must be redone. Checking through the list of yearbook patrons are Mr. Miller and Carolyn Hardner. senior in charge of the Patron Fund. 71 voices harmonize Concert Choir: Row I: H. Pagel. T. Burns. A. Prindle. T. Parco. G. Julio. E. Lyons. D. Giles. B. Glover. J. Lego. K. Rouse. M. Voltz. Row 2: I. Williams. M. Hohwald. M. Connors. N. Baxter. J. Root. C. Ross. L. Rowan. R. Colvin. P. Conner. E. Padey. D. Tate. Row 3 D. Green. M. Arndt. S. Gillespie. P. Medina. K. Foster. L. Barney. L. Williams, k. Walters. J. Wayne. B. Manus. I. Jacobsen, k. Bloom. L. Tartt. Row 4: k. Hobson. L. McMillian. V. Hooks. B. White. D. Bloom. S. Henderson. S. Hurlbert. R. Skonieczka. N. Montefiori. S. Lee. B. Wodarski. L. Atkinson. T. Holloway. R. Jordan. Under the direction of Mrs. Brenda f-erritto, the three choral groups consisting of the Academy Singers, the Girls' Chorus and the Concert Choir, were comprised of talented and dedicated vocalists. Concerts were held at Christmas and in the spring. In April. Academy hosted 92 members of the Jefferson High School Choir from Cedar Rapids. Iowa, while on their eastern tour of the United States. This excellent choir also gave an assembly for the student body. 72 Guitar Ensemble: Row I. S. Larson. S. Smith. J. Haras. T. Meyer. Row 1. Dir. F. Williams. G. Silva. T. Fox. T. Bainbridge. M. Prendergast. Academy Singers Row I L. Williams. M. Arndt. N. Baxter. E. Lyons. J. Lego. Row 2 Directress B. Ferritto. L. Barney. C. Ross. M. Connors. P. Conner. K. Rouse. Row 3.- R. McMillian. K. Foster. B. Wodarski. B. Manus. K. Bloom. Row 4. D. Bloom. B. White. N. Montefiore. L. Atkinson. R. Jordan. Girls' Chorus: Row It T. Hollibaugh. K. Vogt. K. Russ. J. Meyers. L. Nardo. B. Hepler. B. Lentz. K. Klemm. P. Roberts. Row 2. S. Moore. B. Knight. J. Rogers. G. Talbert. N. Drake. P. Nosko. L. Johnson. P. Wood. Directress B. Ferritto. Row 3: D. Zawistowski. N. Baxter. J. Zalewski. D. Hinton. S. Richardson. V. Johnson. E. Pacley. F. Green. Row 4: D. Green. V. Hooks. E. Wesmiller. B. Frantz. P. Earl. D. Hinton. C. Fowle. W. McKowan. C. Jones. T. Holloway. S. Sabetti. SKI CLUB Skiing enthusiasts from Academy’s student body found time and energy to make their way to Peak-’n’-Peak Resort for another successful season of fun on the slopes. Both beginning and experienced skiers found enjoyment as members of the club. Some took lessons while others conquered their favorite slopes. SADDLE CLUB Under the leadership of Mrs. Brenda Ferritto, the Saddle Club headed for the wide open spaces to enjoy the outdoors. Many beginners were taught to ride the horses, while the veterans perfected their skills. With the help of candy sales to handle expenses, the Saddle Club was able to enjoy a successful season. clubs enjoy outdoors Ski Club: Bottom: B. Levine. D. Baltes. S. McCabe. B. Trott, R. Walker. R. Goldstein. J. First. D. Henderson. K. Kaufmann. L. Wyrich. J. Fendya. S. Victor. M. DeJong. Top: T. Hogan. M. DeDionisio. L. Jepson. S. Pauly. S. Schuerman. K. Lewonas. C. Chizmadia. Saddle Club: Bottom: J. Davis. D. O'Day. C. Graham. S. Suminski. P. Wyrich. D. Wood. Top: K. Bihler. L. Quirk. R. Skonieczka. D. Stewart. N. Clement. B. Bihler. 74 ava gives service with a smile After a hard day's work. A.V.A. member Brian Alex takes a much needed rest. Handling the deliveries. Bob Witosky heads toward Mr. Gubish's. Supplying the needed lighting and sound coordination for concerts, assemblies, and other performances, the Stage Crew provided a service which was very necessary and yet taken for granted. Among their tasks was the general appearance of the auditorium. The efficiency of the AVA Crew was of paramount importance to the classroom teacher, because this included the daily distribution of equipment that was ordered by teachers as well as the maintenance of all the various AVA equipment. 75 L Rj J. Schneidmiller. J. Durst. W. Vicos. R. Witosky. B. Alex. M A S H is a smash The Drama Club, under the supervision of Mrs. Patricia Monahan and with many enthusiastic members, per- formed the play, M A S H. in February for two evenings. This group practiced two hours, four afternoons a week for three months to produce this play. Senior Dan Erickson played the lead part, Hawkeye”, assisted by Brad White. Kim Rouse. Dave Wiest, Joe Williams. Bob Lewkowicz, Jeff Bowers, and directed by Cathy Schweingruber. Through the sales of candy and raffle tickets and with the aid of the Woodshop, the members built several sets themselves and secured many props. M A S H cast members. Joe Williams. Mark Piganelli. and Bob Lewkowicz. intently practice their parts. M A S H star. Dan Erickson, displays his acting abilities to another cast member. Row I: J. Bowers. V. Craig. C. Quinlan. T. Parco, M. Piganelli. S. Markowitz. D. Erickson. D. Wiest. A. Lewkowicz. Row 1. T. Robertshaw. B. Duda. G. Zona. J. Jordan. K. Rouse. M. Gehrlein. D. O'Day. Row i. Advisor P. Monahan. J. Williams. S. Victor. S. Schuerman. T. Stevens. K. Selker. B. Gehrlein. C. Schweingruber. T. Hodson. Row 4: A. Green. R. Lewkowicz. N. Montefiori. J. First. B. White. 76 clubs solve problems NHS Row I: M. Gold. M. Smyth. S. Schuerman. T. Stevens. Row 2. M. Brown. K. Kosiorek. T. Peelman. Row 3: B. Sliker. T. Reedy. J. Kimmel. MODEL UNITED NATIONS The Model UN is an organization designed to give students a chance to learn of world policies and diplomacy. Under the leadership of advisor Mr. Guenther and student chairman Barry Levine, the group discussed such pertinent issues as the World Arms Limitations, the Asian Crisis, the need for new and existing forms of energy, the status of the child, and the funding of the United Nations. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society is an organization which recognizes scholarship, leadership, character, and service in high school students and attempts to promote these qualities in the community. This year the NHS tutored students, sent Christmas cards to the hostages in Iran, calculated monthly biorhythm charts, bought new books for the library, and participated in a dinner for local NHS organizations. The moderator was Mr. Niebauer with Brian Sliker as president and Ken Kosiorek as vice-president. 77 underclassmen How patiently we wait! Our turn will soon be here. And while we pass the time. We learn along the way. The friends we share our time with. The fun we have at school. All shall be remembered And valued as we mature. Our lives, to reach fulfillment. Have started here and now — To learn to care, to love and share Ourselves in all we do. The 1979-1980 school year began with a large enrollment of 486 freshmen, due mainly to the termination of the ninth grade at Twin Tech. We were shy at first, but after the first few weeks the feeling of not belonging began to disappear. We quickly assumed the roles we were destined to play. The upperclassmen and faculty helped to familiarize us with the building and to explain the computer- ized schedules, which were so new to us. As time passes, we will look forward to becoming sophomores, juniors, and seniors, adding to the glory of Academy in all the academics, activities, and sports. Frank Abbate AnnMarie Achille Angela Ager Joanne Alfieri Mary Allman Renee Alves William Archibald Karen Arneman Jeffery Atkinson John Austin Brian Baker Linda Baldwin Patricia Baldwin 81 Philip Baldwin David Baltes Thomas Baranowski John Barber Joseph Bardo Tyree Barnes Lome Barnett Lindsey Barricklow Eileen Barron Richard Bartlett Lori Bauer Robert Baughman Ereshmen Twirlers show off their best attire while demonstrating their twirling capabilities. John Bauman Robert Beckman Julie Bently Kathleen Birk Linda Baumgart Richard Bennett Cheryl Betz Natalie Blossey 82 Jane Bower Jeff Bowers Sonja Brotherson Sheryl Brown Tracy Burns freshmen come in many types What's the matter with you?” Sherri Wagner asks Ron labom. Can't you read Italian?” Richard Burrows June Bush Kathy Buss Scott Byerly Waine Byrd Jon Cacchione Jennifer Caldwell Lidia Carbonelli Pamela Carbonetti David Church David Carpenter Dennis Church Felicia Carroll Richard Colley Mary Casane Wendell Collier Jeffrey Casey Cathy Collins Eddie Chatman Carol Colt Debra Cherpak Rhonda Colvin 83 Melinda Conner David Conti Duane Conti Richard Cook Vivian Cook Tina Corraine David Coughlin Susan Crocker Susan Crockett Gaston Crosby Robert Crosby James Curry Dawn Czigler Ronald Daniels Laura DeCarolis James DePalma Catherine DePew Tammi Dickey diligent workers John DiTullio Ralph Drayer Patricia Earl Theodore Dodick Elizabeth Duda David Easly V - A Natalie Drake Robert Dunlap William Eberlein Building Trades Maintenance student. Charles Mathis, works hard on his class project. 84 Working hard in Home Improvement Shop. Junior Michael DeSanti and Freshman William Archibald experiment with the saw. Patricia Eckendorf Daniel Eliason John Enders Cindy Edelman Kelly Emling Theresa Everts Michael Fahey John Fitzgerald Barbara Frantz Keith Feeney Dennis Fleming Paula Fried Kimberly Fickenworth Kevin Foster Rebecca Fuller Kathleen Fisher Christine Fowle Cheryl Gaduski On the last day before Christmas vacation. Mr. Phisterer's fourth period algebra class gets into the spirit of things. Michelle Gama Niki Gardner Fred Geib Brian Gieza A bewildered Elaine Pacley looks on while Paul Murzynski is struck down by Mr. Vereb’s thumb. Carol Gardner Laura Gauslin Chris Giannamore Pernell Gilmer Mark Gardner Marie Gehrlein Pat Giesy Cathy Giordano Leisurely chatting. Crystal Ross. Sybil Moore, and Leslie Holmes enjoy their lunch on the promenade steps. Jeff Goldsmith Eric Graves Kim Gordon Frances Green Julius Gore Matthew Green freshmen must play Mitchell Gregory Robert Hansbrew Paul Hartleb Billy Grenaway Ted Harmle Gary Hasberry Mike Grutkowski Patty Harrington Tammie Haynes Audrey Gryncewicz Darius Harris Mary Heberle Beth Guelcher James Harris Richard Henderson Carol Guerriero Tammy Harris Virgie Henderson Abdul Hakim Dan Harrison Barney Henry Sheri Hermann Tim Hess Laurie Hiney Debra Hinton Desiree Hinton Ted Hodson Dan Hoffman Lisa Hogan Joe Holby ' ' tiMa 87 Mr. Pfisterer shows Kristie Lewonas the shortest distance between two points. Barbara Holder Leslie Holmes David Hubler These freshmen just can t wait for the last bell to begin Mr. Evans' science class. Theresa Hollibaugh Thomas Holman Georgina Horton Talberly House Ronald laboni Kathy Jacobs we learn in class and out Jacqueline Jamison Christopher Johnson Steven Johnson Rebecca Jaycox Claudette Johnson Cynthia Jones Stephen Jepson Monica Johnson Dean Jones Ken Jobczynski Sandra Johnson Jamie Jones 83 Apprehensive John DiTullio turns the other cheek, as Jon Cacchione applies Medi-Quik on his hand. Roberta Jumewicz Scott Kelso Janet Kightlmger Bridget Kaliszewski Brian Kennedy Robert Kimball tfi Kimberly Jones Joelle Jordan Marshawn Jordan Regema Jordan Rosemary Jordan Gregory Julio Eugene Kalivoda Scott Keefe Kellie Kephart Beth Kepner Joann Kindle Anthony Kloss 89 Catherine Knapp Daniel Kooker Damian Kuzmin Brenda Lentz Brenda Knight John Kosko Robert Lee Ronald Leone Scott Knight Julie Kulesza Susanne Lent Mark Lethaby Unsuspecting Cindy fcdelman is in for a sudden downfall by Scott Kelso. 90 Library Monitor. Larry Reynolds, fills out overdue book slips. freshmen enjoy new surroundings Amused Michelle Gama laughs at Patty Morey's attempt to build a dollhouse. Monica Lindsey Rhonda Lindstrom Robert Lipsey Judith Loll Frank Lombardo Keith Loomis Michael McLanahan Mary McLaurin Laura McMiltian Patrick Medina Scott Loomis Lois Lyles Karen Majczyk Scott Manley Natalie Maske John Matson Jeanette Mattson Susan Mawhir Anthony McCullum Tammy McFarland Frank McGinnett Wendy McKowan 91 Wanting to change her schedule. Cindi Wolf seeks approval of counselor. Mr. Barbaro. Damon Melvin Janet Meyers Eric Miller T ammy Montgomery Bruce Meyer Sharon Mlakar David Mogel Tina Montgomery Cheryl Meyer Danna Miles Mark Moniot David Montie While waiting for Mr. DeNardo. Bob Kimbal enjoys a chance to see how it feels behind his desk. 92 we emulate and imitate Trying to convince Mr. Ulrich that she should be admitted to history class is Felicia Lindsey. Patty Morey Jamie Murphy William Murray Paul Murzynski Kimberly Napier Lisa Nardo 93 In an exclusive interview with Mr. Zonno. James Harris learns the Do’s and Don ts of Academy. James Nowak James Noyes Karen Nunes Gary Oless Brian Olewski Tom O’Rourke Michael Oshlick Earl Overmoyer Let me teach class today!” insists Ed Taylor. Mr. Hayes' Freshman history students take an interest in learning about past and present. James Overmoyer Heidi Pagel Christine Pelkowski Andre Overton Thomas Palicia Christine Phillips James Owen Becky Passerotti Steve Piganelli Elaine Pacley Jess Peebles Theresa Piotrowicz 94 we enjoy the atmosphere Gordan Pruzenski Pat Rathburn f Larry Plyler Chanel Pulliam Clifford Ponce John Pursell Lori Postlethwait Lisa Priester Ann Pytlarz Michael Quirk Annette Prindie Bob Pritchard Tamara Rabinovich Lois Rathburn Cheryl Gaduski and Cindy fcdelman seem to enjoy using the materials. Tracy Raun Kim Reigel Heather Reynaud Larry Reynolds Susan Richardson Robert Rieger James Ringer William Roberge Paula Roberts Ed Robinson Kevin Robinson Roberta Robaskiewicz Juanita Rogers Kevin Rogers Jeff Rooks 95 Academy Color guard Bottom: K. Wyrich. B. Fuller. S. Mawhir. C. Wolfe. N. Blossey. M. Toy. Top: M. Schafer. A. Ager. B. Franz. C. Fisher. T. Raun. K. Emling. Kristen Ropelewski Crystal Ross Paul Russ Mark Russo Marny Sandelstein Mary Santiago Michelle Rotunda Pamela Rycek Jeffrey Sawyer Darryl Rucker Roberta Sabatine Daniel Schaaf Nancy Rumberger Curtis Salsbury Geralyn Schultz 96 hallways provide amusement Thomas Schultz Karen Shamp Judy Sims Brian Scott David Shapiro Gerald Sipple Kevin Scully Brian Sheldon Mary Slayton Norma Sessamen Jennene Shields Paul Smart Finding an easy way to get around Academy. Kathy Stevens waits patiently for the elevator. Fire conscious. Darius Harris, checks the hall smoke detector to make sure it’s in working order. Michael Smith Brian Smock Tammy Snider Richard Solvedi Shelley Solvedt Kelly Spencer Beatrice Sperrazzo Rose Stapp David Steimer 97 Jeff Sweeney Gala Talbert Kelly Tarasovitch Letita Tartt George Tate Jessie Tate Kathleen Stevens Leonard Stevens Lorie Stevenson Bob Stinedurf Mary Stockhausen Charrissa Stovall Emery Strohm Susan Suminski Michael Sutton learning to adapt Edward Taylor Cindi Thayer Kathleen Thayer John Thompson Kimberly Thompson Richard Thunberg Janet Tingley Denise Tobin Margarita Torres 98 Mouseketeers Cathy Giordano anti Marny Sandelstein enjoy their lunch of milk and cheese. Tammy Torrey Joseph Trigilio Kip Wagner David Walk Stephen Totleben Charles Turner Ralph Wagner Robert Walker Maryanne Toy Cheryl Wagner William Wagner Debra Wall Fed up with Freshmen pressures. Rick Zambroski tries to end it all; while fcugene Kalavoda. Tom Baranowski. and Charles Keyes do their best to stop him. Looking for old television shows. John Bauman finds the reruns of Gilligan s Island. Kathy Walters Carol Ward Carol Warner John Washok Susan Watkins Delois Wayne John Weaver Larry Weaver Marcia Weed spare moments not wasted vN Roberta Werner Elaine Wesmiller Daniel Wetherbee Cathleen White Patrick Whiteman Joan Whitney A picture of concentration Mr. Hayes’ 4th period history class listens intently to Ada w.ld William Wieczorek Anthony Williams his lecture. Nanci Wright Adam Wurse Tonna Wurst While proofreading their English papers. Patty Eckendorf and Joelle Jordan must have found something amusing in them. 100 Karen Wyrich Jeanmc Zalcwski Gina Zona Esmeralda Velez Michele Yochim Angela Young Richard Zambroski Tom Zipperi Christine Vandervort Leslie Urch Margaret Verga Joseph Vickey Living his Tarzan fantasy. Anthony Williams swings from the ropes in the auditorium. Acting out the Ben's Death scene from Star Wars. John Barber and Eddie Chapman make believe their yardsticks are light sabres. Id With our Freshman year behind us, we Sophomores look forward with great anticipation to becoming Seniors. We found ourselves getting more involved in extra-curricular activities which highlighted our second year in senior high. Gaining more seniority we still showed respect for upperclassmen but were happy to turn the tables and ridicule the freshmen. We began to realize we must accept the respon- sibility that came with our rank, as we moved up another rung on the ladder to 'S2. At the beginning of the year and throughout, we renewed previous year's acquaintances as well as making new ones. As we look back on our Sophomore year, we realized that what we said as Freshmen prevailed — This year brought happier memories to be had not only by us but by our best of friends.” Sharon Adams Jeffrey Adamaszek Anna Adrover Brian Alex Maureen Arndt Tonya Bailey Cynthia Baldi Mary Ballman Kimberly Banks sophomores Karen Bayer Lisa Bennett Ron Benton Rebecca Bihler I Jean Birk Lori Boback Annelle Bray Brian Alex demonstrates how lo focus the video tape camera to Amy Cohen and Trisha Hogan. Portia Bivens David Bloom Bob Borland Felicia Bourrillion Tim Brasington Jeff Brumfield sophomores explore resources Barb Bruno David Brawn Desina Brown Chuck Bryner Dan Burger David Burger Bruce Burkley Jonathan Burnside Stacy Byrne 104 Lolita Carr Mark Chrispen Jackie Clark Nick Clement Chris Collins Sheila Conner Vince Catalina Bryon Carpinello Missy Clark Amy Cohen Jason Collins John Constable Library Monitor Dave Weiss checks out Patti Hatheway and Renee Schaaf as Scott Byerly and Bill Vicos watch. Carrie Conway Marie DeDionisio Tom Duska Mike Conyngham Melody DeJong JoAnn fc aril Vicki Craig Tracy DeSanti Dan Elder Deborah Crawford Ron Dom Gary Ealkewitz Terne Dahl Cindi Draszkiewicz John Fannin 105 nourishment comes in many forms Ringing up a lunch. Steve Piganelli looks a little bewildered at the low price for such an appetizing meal. Connie Ferrante Sue Figurski Jennifer First James Fisher Stephen Flemings Danny Fosco Carrie Fox Gary Fromknecht Sue Gartner Denise Gligora Ronald Gold Renee Goldstein 106 Oblivious to the chaos around him. Robbie Selleny concentrates on his studies before the last bell rings. As Ben Ward reads out the answers. Mark Beeinan corrects his paper. Ann Gostomski Christine Graham Adam Green Scott Gourley Bosnian Graham Jeanne Grygier Shawn Grady Michael Graves Paul Grygo John Hines Trisha Hogan Maria Hohwald Lonnie Hollingsworth 107 Indecisive Brian Hartman always buys two lunches on 'Pizza Day. sophomores enjoy doing Carving her pumpkin. Cathy Schwemgruber prepares (or Halloween. Geneva Hansbrew Patti Hatheway Charlene Heisler John Haras Connie Heberle Virgie Henderson Brian Hartmann Paul Heise Matt Higgins Lenthis Hill Louis Johnson Michael Jordan Mark Jankowski Amy Jones Paul Julio Tony Jasinski Carol Jones Stephen Karsh 108 Preparing his sculpture for the kiln. Shawn Grady carves the (ace. their own thing Paying the consequences for arriving late for homeroom. Nick Clement does pushups. Rick Kasecky Ruthie Keith Larry Klima Dave Ketterman Karen Kennedy Carol Keys Brenda King Lrom the looks on the faces of Cathy Stevens. Marie DeDiomsio. and Paul Heise. the Road Runner must have gotten away. 109 individuality flourishes Having forgotten to take her work home. Trisha Hogan attempts to finish her geometry at lunch. Lovell Mitchell Minh Nguyen Jeff Norcross Cullen Myers Michele Nichols Greg Oless Charles Newby Terri Nicholson Gemma Opalenik Nancy Neiner Tom Nick Laura Opalenik 110 Michael Larkin Coreen Lowe Michelle MacDonald Sandra McClellan Misty Lemke Jim Lynch Terry Martin Maurice McKines Wendell Lindsey fcmory Lyons Scott McCabe Tim Mills No. it’s not Madame Fifi. it's fcmery Lyons dressed for his initiation for the rifle line. Kathy Roberts John Root Lauren Sandelstein Jeff Schneidmiller Annette Sims Diane Smith Sherry Roberts Robin Salsbury Willie Saunders Cathy Schweingruber Mickie Shaffer Betsy Sliker Rodney Robertson Humberto Sama Renee Sehaaf Robert Selleny Trina Shingledecker Vanessa Smith Jean Ott John Pencille Stephanie Porter James Overmoyer Darren Peoples Chuck Quinlan Pam Page Marilyn Person Frank Quinn Sal Parco Craig Plyler Eric Rapela Mark Snippert Chris Sobolewski Rochelle Stanbro Tim Sieinhauer Douglas Stewart Marcy Stevens Tom Stirsman Angela Tate Annie Tate John Tetuan Kim Thomas Mark Thompson Obviously I missed this sign on the way in. thinks Scott McCabe. Thinking Brett Trott‘s new dance step is quite unique. Marney Sandelstein begins to crack up. Patricia Thompson Scott Thompson Theresa Toy Brett Trott Karen Vactor Kim Vactor Gloria Velez Bill Vicos Susan Victor IQ participation increases Nick Virgilio Steve Walters Cindy Warr Jacqueline Watkins Douglas Weary David Weis David Whitehill Rebecca Wiler Charlene Williams As an Academy Spirit Club member. Bill Vicos cleans up after an assembly. Gary Williams Tanya Williams Robert Witosky Kris Wolf Debora Zawistowski Steve Zeigler Shirley Windham Pam Wyrich Theresa Zukowski 113 David Bloom wonders if Kermit the Frog” will really be there. Members of the class of 1981 returned to Academy In September proudly aware of their new status in school affairs. Being a member of the Junior class offered privileges not allotted to Sophomores, but it did not carry the responsibility associated with Senior membership either. Receiving class rings marked another step in the path to complete acceptance as Academy Lions. As in previous years, the all-Junior Prom Committee successful- ly planned the most important formal dance - the Junior-Senior Prom. Juniors looked toward the future through participation in college prep or vocational courses. Those planning to attend college took the PSAT, the College Entrance Examination Board tests, and the National Merit Scholar- ship Qualifying Test. They were also permitted to take Advanced Placement American History, a college level course. After eleven years of aspiration and hard work, class members are eager to assume school leadership in September of 1980. Michael Adams Tern Adams Brian Altsman Gregory Altsman Mary Lou Anderson Sherry Arnette Dennis Austin Deundra Bailey Todd Bainbridge juniors Corinne Ballman Barbara Baltes Derrick Barnes Jennifer Barnes 115 Michael Barnes Lee Barney Richard Beckman Karen Bihler Lisa Bray Barb Britten Michael Battle Matt Blackford Chris Bross Mark Beeman Karen Bolton Janine Burkley Kimaco Butts Ian Chapman Carla Chizmadia Spanish III students Cormne Ballman and Carrie Strohm study their vocabulary. ne Dan Clark John Conway Gerry Crawford Tammy Colley Cathy Corrame Jan Crosby Pam Conner Brenda Covington Amy Cross working together develops skills George DeFoy Ray Delinski Michael DeSanti Ted DeSanti Kevin DiLuzio Brian Donoghue Jim Dowling 117 Looking for their |ournal$. Mary Jaycox and Pam Conner calmly search their lockers. Relaxing from a trying football game. Lou Phillips rests his head on Lisa Hmeys shoulder. Angela Dunston Jennifer Fendya Shari Garihan Timothy Goldsmith Joe Evans Paula Ferguson Doug Giles Brad Green Gary Falkewitz Michael Fuhrman Sally Gillespie Rebecca Gustafson Joe Fiaddix Tina Hamrick Kevin Harayda Steve Harris Diane Henderson Shawn Henderson Brenda Hepler Kathryn Hermann Deborah Hertz James Hill Lisa Hiney Tammie Hoag 118 Protective Bryan Rydzewski warns Michael Murphy Hands off Carla Chizmadia. the cafeteria serves us well Kimberly Hobson Ronald Holman Henry Howze Dale Hodges Brian Hower Steve Hurlbert Looking for prospective customers. Dave Litz and Kim Rouse search the lunch line. 119 Mary Jaycox Ken Joint Rill Julio Rich Karsh Rebecca Jenkins Dan Jones Linda Justka Chris Kennedy Rhonda Johnston Louis Jones Andrew Karl Gordon Kennedy After a hard day’s work. Mark Manna needs a rest. DO John Schneider studies hard, so he can ace that difficult chemistry exam. Kim Kennedy Lisa Kindle Derrol Kephart Nick Klochak Rose Kincaide Don Knapp So Mr. Zonno wants to see one of my angels again! exclaims Mr. Hiney to the summons of Sheila Page, office monitor. Tina Knight Mike Kovski Linda Lapinsky Jennifer Lego Kimberly Kosiorek Judi Kruszewski Steve Larson Doreen Leroy Jackie Kosko Mike Kugler Karen Lasko Robert Lewkowicz juniors personify diversity Kyra Lewonas Dave Litz Charlene Mahoney Mark Manna Bridget Logan Joe Lucchetti Tom Lugenbeal Naida Lyon Stefon Lyons Anita Manning Karen Martin Stephanie Martin Helen Mawhir Dan McGarvey 121 Robin Meyer Lisa Monti Joe Moyak Rosalind Myers Robert Niedzwecki Matthew Monahan Robin Moore William Muroff Peggy Newby Brenda Niles Nick Montefiori Robert Mosgrave Mike Murphy Jennifer Nguyen Ken Norfolk This is how to do it,” says Jerry Crawford as Brian Donahue watches the cutting of the board. Bernice Overmoyer Sheila Page Maria Parco Tom Parker Susan Pascarella Michael Pelkowski Pamela Person free and easy Ready to kill the photographer. Kyra Lewonas flashes a mean smile while dancing with Craig Meyer. Louis Phillips Stephan Porter Steve Reichert Janet Roberts Annette Ponce Andrew Price Mark Rieger Ralph Roberts One Pontoriero Kelly Reedy Douglas Roberts Tom Robertshaw Dave Rogers Russell Ross Kim Rouse Lavonne Rowan Bryan Rydzewski Lisa Ouirk Sonia Sabetti Shane Sanford Donna Schaaf John Schneider 123 Taking a break from class. Michael Murphy makes an important telephone call. Ed Scupski Liz Sesler Rick Skonieczka Steve Smith Kym Selker Brian Sicari Darlene Smith William Smith Kris Serafin Sandra Silvaggi Leslie Smith Kathy Snider looking forward to the future Jerry Spaeder Mark Stanbro Susan Steiner Chris Stockhausen Damon Stovall Carrie Strohm Denise Tate Mark Tevis Belinda Thomas Fannie Thompson Linda Thompson Cathy Torres Laura Turben Greg Ugino 124 Jeff Vandervort Manbel Velez Dan Waddell Anne Walker Bennie Ward Cathie Weaver Always hungry. Brant Sparks enjoys a late breakfast before homeroom. Paul Weihrauch Linda Weirich John Wells . Bryce White Doug Wiley Joe Williams Gathering information on College Night at Academy. Robert Mosgrave talks to Mark Wolf Daryl Wood Patricia Wozmak a representative from California State College. 125 136 seniors we feel fear and expectation familiar pasts give way to promising horizons, all we need to possess is courage. a new decade dawns and we enter an era of progress and change, the challenge of a better tomorrow must be met. it will take commitment and dedication. but we will persevere. we must. for if we do not. who will? 1980 the dawn of a new decade for us and for the world. Wejhave -finali matje it to tfie top of J ie| ddoj - ilt illustrious Seniors. We ‘ jive corjtfiene faith; .i4jJ4trfpe„1fiat justify ttie forl pM fi all tTTH I ave hetp% al , ay irseem X. eTC f+eshmeg and' w 'ge tng” ' the'way of the superior.' upperelass men. The-tlnieJtas gone by so quick At Academy we fra ye 'mad ,- with whom we have gMI Pse We have shared as wellasrthe bad tinu i thevietoi C asr weffas the defeats and the forfeits: -- , These memories will linger forever. • wifi-. Sporting events Mj pe raljig . . . ’’•‘p.n lltfT . . . Homecoming-. . . band and choral concerts . . . Academy- on-Parade . . . vacations . . . an noun v cements . . . Senior portraits , Senior skip-day . . . Academes . . . journals . . . caps and gowns . . . the Prom . . . and the Senior BancjueTvare all events.that will be cherished in out minds. THOMAS ALTSMAN LYDELL ANDERSON What i so amusing to Brian Sliker? Could it be his A.P. History? DENISE BAKER DfcBORAH AUSTIN USA ATKINSON NANCY BAXTER CARLA BARTHELMES JULIA BARRON STEPHEN BALCZON 29 MIRIAM BRAY KAREN BLOOM MARTHA BOYER VICKI BRANDT MARY BRIDGES KEVIN BROWN Trying to cheer up Paul Przepierski. who was injured in the McDowell football game, are friends: Greg Harayda. Coach Dan DiTullio. and Mike Euhrman. 130 MINDY BROWN MARIANNE CHERICO KENNETH CHRISPEN STEVE COREY Doug So si or is informing Ken Hammer that he better contribute to the Player of the Year Fund” or else . . . seniors give their friends a lift DOUG DAHL CYNTHIA DARBY GEORGE CRAWFORD LUANN CRITCHFIELD MARY DAUB RAY DICKERSON JOHN DURST DEBORAH ELIASON GRACE DILLON RHONDA DUNSTON Enjoying Indian Summer are Becky Gehrlein. Fran Thompson. Carolyn Hardner. and Lori Johns. JANET ELLENBERGER PHILIP ELLER MICHAEL ELLMAN DANIEL ERICKSON seniors escape in many ways ERNEST EVANS RICHARD FERRANTE DONALD FICKENWORTH THOMAS FOSCO TODD FOX Bl OSSIE: GLOVER REBECCA GEHRLEIN ROBIN GARIHAN BARBARA FRANCIS MICHAEL GRYGO JEFFREY GRYGIER JOHN GOSTOMSKI MARJORIE GOLD Let me out I” says Tom Reedy as he tries to escape from school again. CASANDRA HANSBREW RONALD HARDEN GREGORY HARAYDA 33 's our energy knows no bounds CAROLYN HARDNER MARK HEIL SEAN HERRON ROY HINTON KENNETH HOLDER RITA HOLLAND LONNIE HOLLINGSWORTH 134 MARY ICKIEWICZ PAULA JAMfcS STEPHEN JASINSKI BRADLEY HOWELL No. it isn't trick photography, but athletic Tommie Stovall who enjoys executing a mid air flip down the had! 135 DANIEL JOHNSON LINDA JOHNSON MICHAEL JOHNSON ALVIN JONES SARAH JONES ¥¥ V l IX Will I be fun Ring man. Paul Przepierskt. takes Jeanne Humbert's order ROXANNE JORDAN KRIS KAUEMANN SANDRA KAZMIERCZAK JAMES KIMMEl KENNETH KOSIOREK WANDA KUTTERNA IAWRENCE LECHTNER SANDRA LEE BARRY LEVINE MARK MATLOCK GREGORY MAYS WILLIAM LILLER SCOTT MACDONALD GLORIA LYONS KEVIN LOOMIS GARY LINDSEY SAUL MARKOWITZ BRENDA MANUS LYNNETTE MANGES Lisa Jepson’s Kcrmit the Erog scrutinizes Dave Wiest s real frog in A.P. Biology. CRAIG MEYER DONALD MEYER JEFFREY MILLER Larry Lechtner. Star's photographer, catches the Academe's photographer. GLENN MORROW PATRICK MURPHY ROSALIND MYERS PAMELA NELSON KAREN NICHOLS DEBBIE NORMAN I AURIE OLSON KATRINA PAUL our goals lie before us JEEEREY OMNIEWSKI CURTIS PALICIA JANE PASCAREIIA Posing arourki the 'Round Table are Senior class officers President James Kunmel; Vice-president Terry SUSAN PAULY Peelman; Secretary lisa Atkinson; anti Treasurer Wendy Zeigler. TfcRRY PfctLMAN MELANIE POSTON MICHAEL PRENPERGAST PAUL PRZEPIERSKI THOMAS REAGLE Mr. MiHer's Honors English 13 class fries car packing wilh a record of 13 in Sean Herron’s car. Do they THOMAS REEDY really think they can make a clean getaway? SANDRA REMIEY LARRY RITCHIE ADRIENNE ROBINSON LINDA ROBINSON MICHAEL ROBINSON BRIAN ROGERS MATTHEW RUNSER RANDOM ROSS VICKI SABELLA JAMES SAMPSON LISA SAUNDERS ROGER SAURWEIN HOLLY SCHAAE EDWARD SCHRIEFER SUZANNE SCHUERMAN DOUGLAS SESLER Cheerleading captain. Mary Hanlin. works intently on a new skit JOHN SITLER BRIAN SUKER DIANA SMITH SONIA SMITH MARY SMYTH STTVTN ST A AT THTRTSA STTVTNS SHARON STTWART ANDRTW STINTIY Will Dan Tosco really lake his big. senior brother Tom's advice? DTBBIT STOCKTON 142 TRANCINT STONT TOMMIT STOVALL DOLLY STUART KARL TARTT we are all of the same family FREDERICK THOMPSON FRANCES THOMPSON TIMOTHY TEVIS JACQUELINE TATE STEVE VANDERVORT BRIDGET URCH CAROLYN TURNER JEANNE THUNBERG JAMES VILLELLA JOSEPH VEST What better way is there to start another day on the beat than with a handshake with Partick Murphy? KAREN VIRGILIO SUSAN VITALE ROBERT VON SCIO JILL WAYNE DAVID WEAVER BRADLEY WHITE DAVID WIEST LAURIE WITOSKY BONNIE WODARSKI PATRICIA WOOD JOHN YOUNG WENDY ZEIGLER I tying not to become HumptyDump ties, are Dale Smith. Mark Piganelli. Greg Harayda. and Dan Erickson. JOYCE ZIMMERMAN gSKiMk Throughout ur - ofat y ars % % $ tflfcfchavje gfown mehtaU socially: t w . dt i v . creanveK. ia.. — -- • myst st-ep once trio re,, mfy. hi-lites With each passing day Our memories grow fonder of Dances and celebrations The joys of our achievements. In and out of the classroom Do not go unrecognized Or unappreciated. Let this then be remembered That with fellowship and spirit We can make dreams come True. 147 Prom King Phil Rhodes with Queen Melissa Kestel. Senior Attendants Paul Shesterenko and Tammy Corsi. seniors celebrate final days Junior Attendants Doug Sesler and Mary Hanlin. Nobly Phil Rhodes and Melissa Kestel take their royal dance. Fantasy becomes reality at the Senior Prom. Principal Don DeNardo explains the principles of the Fox Trott. ' Junior Attendants. Doug Sesler and Mary Flanlin. King Phil Rhodes and Queen Melissa Kestel. Senior Attendants. Tammi Corsi and Paul Shesterenko 149 homecoming 79: After being crowned Queen. Laurie Olson walks with escort Rick Bloxdorf through the rainbow. Enjoying the sounds of Ready. Willing and Able are Jim Villella. Susan Victor. Cathy Giordano, and Doug Stewart. The evening of the Homecoming Dance: Queen Laurie Olson poses with her date. Jay Tompkins Row I Homecoming Queen Laurie Olson with escort Jay Tompkins. Row } Sophomore Attendant Connie Ferrante with escort Brian Alex. Row 3 Junior Attendant Jackie Kosko with escort Mike Murphy. rainbow connection 1978 Homecoming Queen Cindy Fowle proudly crowns the new 1979 Queen. Laurie Olson. Sophomore attendant Connie Ferrante with escort Brian Alex. Junior attendant Jackie Kosko with escort Ken Joint. Freshman attendant Marcia Weed with escort Dave Herron. achievement, involvement, leadership, unity Junior Class Officers: Donna Schaaf - President Kathy Ott - Secretary Kelly Reedy - Treasurer National Merit Scholars: Brian Sliker - Semi-finalist Jeanne Thunberg (n.p.) - Semi-finalist Mary Smyth - Letter of Commendation Terry Peelman - Letter of Commendation Susan Pauly - Letter of Commendation Andrew Stinely (n.p.) - Letter of Commendation Prom Committee - Row l M. Parco. D. Schaaf. A. Ponce. C. Stockhausen. Row 1. J. Burkley. L. Hiney. E. Sesler. K. Ott. Row 3: J. Lego. M. Battle. K. Reedy. D. Henderson. Cards and Announcements - Row I: J. Barron. S. Pauly. B. Wodarski. V. Sabella. S. Kazmierczak. Row T: H. Schaaf. C. Hardner. R. Gehrlein. B. 152 Senior A.P. Students - Row I: B. Howell. S. Remley. K. Kaufmann. T. Stevens. L. Jepson. L. Critchfield. S. Stewart, M. Hanlin. M. Boyer. Row 2: D. Austin. M. Smyth. M. Gold. S. Schuerman. W. Zeigler. J. Ellenberger. M. Brown. V. Sabella. J. Barron. R. Gehrlein. Row 3.- J. Pascarella. S. Vitale. L. Miller, J. Grygier. T. Reedy. G. Mays. D. Wiest. I. Jacobsen. B. Wodarski, S. Pauly. S. Jasinski. Row 4: K. Brown. M. Robinson. A. Stinely. D. Erickson. M. Matlock. D. Meyer. J. Kimmd. B. Sliker. D. Sesler. B. White. K. Kosiorek. T. Peelman. M. Piganelli. Rogers. J. Siller. L. Johns. Row 3: D. Baker. R. Garihan. $. Staaf. K. Holder. S. Balczon. K. Brown. Junior A.P. Students Row 1= S. Silvaggi. D. Smith. C. Stockhausen. J. Lego. M. Parco. K. Kosiorek. K. Lasko. D. Hertz. A. Ponce. Row 2: R. Mosgrave. C. Strohm, J. Eendya. K. Lewonas. L. Hiney. K. Oil. L. Archibald. S. O’Rourke. D. Henderson. E. Sesler. R. Jenkins. Row 3: B. Hower. R. Karsh. R. Skonieczka. B. Rydzewski. O. Pontoriero. E. Scupski. R. Beckman. K. Harayda. B. Smith. B. Altsman. T. Lugenbeal. N. Klochak. M. Battle. 153 assemblies generate spirit Generating spirit, cheerleaders show what it takes to be In the Navy. Coach Dan DiTullio inspires the student body during the McDowell pep rally. Saxaphonist Sal Parco electrifies the crowd with his solo performance. 154 Superintendent O'Rourke congratulates Academy's great Taking on two at once is no problem for Karate expert. Billy Blanks. football team for another stunning victory. After receiving a plaque for his participation as mascot for two years. Sean Herron displays it proudly. With a swift kick to the face. Billy Blanks mesmerizes Dave Litz. Vocalists Paul Stockhausen and Natalie Giles perform Katie.” Jake (Mike Grygo) and Elwood (Dan Erickson) as The Blues Brothers. Emcees. Jackie Becker. Gary Sender. Fabienne Mir. and Ron Foster, entertain the crowd between performances with another comical skit. Darren Peoples and Jackie Rivera enlighten the crowd with their harmonization. Magician Dave Litz with the help of his assistants amazes the crowd with his guillotine act. academy-on-parade Revealing the real James Spud. Chuck Beckman conducts a personal interview. Displaying her singing talents. Sue Schuerman sings I Will Survive. senior index A DONALD ADAMASZEK—Swimming 1.2,3; Track 4; Waterpolo 1.2.3; Saddle Club 3. VINCENT AKINS Chess Club 1.2; Wrestling 3. TOM ALTSMAN. LISA ATKINSON Class Officer 3 (V. Pres.). 4 (Sec. Cards and Announcements 4; Academy Singers 2.3,4; Band 4; Choir 2.3.4; Chorus I; Prom Com. 3; Senior Banquet 4; Student Senate 3. DEBBIE AUSTIN—Academe 4; Colorguard 2.3. Monitor 4. B DENISE BAKER—Colorguard 2.3.4 (Capt.), Monitor 1.2. STEPHEN BALCZON Eootball 2.4. JULIA BARRON Monitor I. CARLA BARTHELMES—Colorguard 2.3.4. NANCY BAXTER -Academy Singers 3.4; Band 4; Choir 2.3.4 (Pres.), Chorus 1.2.3,4. KAREN BLOOM—Academy Singers 2.3.4; Choir 1.2.3.4; Twirling 1.2,3; Pom Poms 4 (Capt.). MARTI BOYER-Swimming 3.4. Monitor 3.4. VICKI BRANDT-Erench Club I; Prom Com. 3; Y.E.U. 3?MIRIAM BRAY—Band 1.2; Cross Country I. MARY BRIDGES Track 1.3. KEVIN BROWN Baseball 2; Eootball 2. MINDY BROWN Class Officer 3 (Sec.); N.H.S. 3.4 (Treas.); Prom Com. 3.4; Senior Banquet 4; Student Senate 1.2; Twirling 1.2.3.4. C AUDREY CARTER—Basketball I.2.3.4 (Capt.), Prom Com. 3; Softball I.2.3.4; Star 4; Track 2.3,4; Twirling I.2.3.4. MARIANNE CHERICO—Cheerleading 1.3.4; Prom Com. 3-. Spirit Club 3.4; Student Senate 1,3,4. KENNETH CHRISPEN—Spanish Club 2.3; Spirit Club 3.4; Rifle Line 3 (Capt.). LUANN CRITCHIIELD Prom Com. 3; Spirit Club 3; Student Senate 2; Twirling 1.2.3.4. DDOUG DAHL. CYNTHIA DARBY—Academy Singers 4; Afro American Club 4; Choir! 3.4; Chorus l,2 _Track 1.2; Spirit Club 3.4. SUE L AUB. RAY DICKERSON Afro American Club 4 (Sgt. at Arms); Cross Country 4 (Co-Capt.), Track 3.4 (Capt.), Wrestling 3.4. REBECCA DOUGLAS-Chess Club 3; Choir 1.2; Drama Club 3. Prom Com. 3. RHONDA DUNSTON Afro American Club 2.4. JOHN DURST Stage Crew 4; Waterpolo 1.2.3.4. GEORGE ELDER Choir 4. DEBBIE ELIASON. JANET ELLENBERGER Prom Com. 3 Spirit Club 3; Student Senate 2, Twirling I.2.3.4, DOUG ELLER. MICHAEL ELLMAN Football 1.2. DANIEL ERICKSON Drama Club 3 (Dir ). 4; Jousting Club 3; Spirit Club 3.4; Star 4; Student Senate 3.4 (Pari.). RITCHIE EERRANTE Baseball I.2.3.4. Eootball 1.2.3; French Club 1.2. Wrestling I.2.3.4 DON FICKENWORTH. GARY EOOR. THOMAS EOSCO. TODD EOX Band I.2.3.4; Jousting Club 3. Orchestra 3.4; Spirit Club 3; Stage Band 3.4. BARB FRANCIS—Colorguard 2.3.4. Spirit Club 3.4. ROBIN GARIHAN—Academe 4; Band 1.2,3; Cards and Announcements 4. REBECCA GEHRLEIN Academe 2.3.4; Drama Club 3.4 (Treas.); Golf 1.4 (Capt.)-. Spirit Club 3.4; Swimming 2.3.4 (Co Capt.), Monitor 2.3.4; Cards and Announcements 4; Academy-On Parade 4. BLOSSIE GLOVER Choir 4; Softball I. MARJORIE GOLD French Club 1.2; N.H.S. 3.4 (Sec.); Prom Com. 3; Spirit Club 3. Student Senate 2.3,4; Star 1.2.3.4; Swimming 1,2.3,4 (Co-Capt.); 7-S Club 3.4 (Treas.). GARY GORE — Afro American Club 4; Eootball 1.2; Track 4. JOHN GOSTOMSKI Basketball 4. French Club 3; Golf 3.4. JEFFREY GRYGIER—Hockey 3.4; Spirit Club 3.4 (V. Pres.). Star 2.3.4; Tennis 2.3.4. MICHAEL GRYGO—Swimming I.2.3.4; Track l; Waterpolo I.2.3.4; Academy On Parade 2.3.4. H KENNETH HAMMER—Band I.2.3.4. Student Senate 1.2.3.4; Wrestling I.2.3.4. MARY HANLIN—Cheerleading (Capt.) 2,3.4; Prom Com. 1.2; Spirit Club 3.4. Wrestling 3.4 (Mgr.. Stat.). CASANDRA HANSBREW Softball 2. GREGORY HARAYDA Academe 4. Baseball I.2.3.4; Basketball I.2.3.4 (Co-Capt.); Football I.2.3.4. Prom. Com. 3; Spirit Club 3.4. Stage Crew 3-. Student Senate 1,2. RONALD HARDEN Basketball 1.2.3.4 (Co-Capt.)-. Chess Club I. CAROLYN HARDNER Academe 4. AP Rejects 4. Bowling I; Prom Com. 3; Spirit Club 3.4; Student Senate 2; Swimming 1.2.3.4 (Co-Capt.); Waterpolo 4 (Mgr.); 7-S Club. Cards and Announcements 4; Senior Banquet 4. MARK HEIL Track 4. SEAN HERRON Academe 4; Cheerleading (Lion Mascot) 3.4. Eootball 2; Jousting Club 3. Prom Com. 3; Ski Club 4; Spirit Club 3 (V. Pres.). 4 (Pres.)-, Star 2,3.4; Student Senate 2.3.4-. Wrestling 2.3,4 (Capt.); Almost Anything Goes 2.; ROY HINTON. MELVIN HOBSON Basketball 2; Eootball 2.3.4; Wrestling I. WILLIAM HOBSON Band I. Baseball 2.3.4-. Football 2.3. KENNETH HOLDER Band I.2.3.4, RITA HOLLAND Softball I, Saddle Club I.2.3.4. VIC TORIA HOOKS Afro American Club 3-. Basketball 1.2; Track I.2.3.4. Volleyball 2. BRAD HOWELL -Basketball 2-. Prom Com. 3, Star 1.2.3.4 (Asst. Editor)-. Tennis 2,3.4. E F G 159 MARY ICKIEWICZ J PAULA JAMES—Track I. STEVE JASINSkl—Band I.2.3.4, Spirit Club 3. ANN JENSEN Proin Com. 3, Spirit Club 3, Track 1,2-. Volleyball 2.3.4; Wrestling 2.3 (Stat.), Monitor 2.3.4. LISA JEPSON Cheerleading 4-. Gymnastics 3.4 (Co-Capt.); Prom Com. 3; Ski Club 3.4; Spirit Club 3.4; Star 3.4; (mascot 3.4; LORI JOHNS Academe 2.4 (Fin. Dir.), Cheerleading 3, German Club I, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3.4, Student Senate 1.2 (Sec.).3- Monitor 1.4, Saddle Club 1.2.3, Almost Anything uoes 2; Academy-on Parade 1,2.3; Senior Banquet; Cards and Announcements. DANIEL JOHNSON Saddle Club 3.4. IINDA JOHNSON Chorus 4. ALVIN JONES Track 1.2.3.4. SARAH JONES. ROXANNE JORDAN Track I, Cards and Announcements 4. KKRIS KAUEMANN Class Officer 3 (Treas.); Academe 1.2,3.4 (Asst. Editor); Cheerleader 3; Prom Com. 3; Stagehand 4; Student Senate 3.4, Wrestling 1,2.3,Academy-on--Parade 1.2.3.4. SANDRA KAZMIERCZAK-Academe 4; cheerleading 1.2.3.4; Choir I; Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3.4; Student Senate 2; Senior Banquet 4; Cards and Announcements 4. JAMES kIMMEL Basketball 1,2 (Capt.)3; Cards and Announcements 4, Class Pres. 3.4, Football 2; N.H.S. 3.4;_Prom Com. 3, Senior Banquet 4, Star I.2.3.4 (Editor), Student Senate 1.2. GLENN kINDLE Choir I, Waterpolo 1.2. kEN kOSIOREk Chess Club 1.2.4, Golf 2, N.H.S. 3.4 (V. Pres.), Tennis 1.2, Go Club 2. MlkE kUGLER Basketball 2= Football 2, Wrestling 4. WANDA kUTTERNA—Track I. L AWRENCE LECH I NER Star 2.4; Track 2.4. BARRY LEVINE Drama Club 4; Jousting Club 3-. Prom Com. 3; Star 1,2,3.4 (Asst. Editor); Student Senate 1.2; Model UN I.2.3.4 (Chairman), Ski Club 4. WILLIAM LILLER Band 1.2.3.4, Orchestra 4, Stagehand 1.2.3.4. GARY LINDSEY. kEVIN LOOMIS Star 3.4. GLORIA LYONS. M SCOTT MACDONALD Choir I, Golf 1.2, Waterpolo 2.3. LYNNETTE MANGES Band I, Saddle Club 3, Science Club 3; Student Senate I. BRENDA MANUS—Academy Singers 4, Afro-American Uub 3.4, Choir 2.3.4; Chorus 1,2. SAUL MARkOWITZ—Drama Club 4, Spirit Club 4, Star 4 MARk MATLpCKS Baseball 2.3.4, Basketball 2.4, Prom Com 3. GREGORY MAY Band I.2.3.4, German Club 1.2 (Pres.), Prom Com 3; Stage Band 2. A.P Re|ects 4. JANE MERCHANT Chorus • cRAIG MEYER- -Band 1,2,3,4; Track 3.4. DONALD MEYER—Choir 1.2, Football’l, Prom Com. 3; Swimming 2,3,4 (Capt.), rPoloi 3,4 (Capt ). JEFFREY MILLER Bowling I (Capt.); Chess Club 3-. Choir I, French Club 3, Gymnastics I. LINDA MILLER —Academe 4, Academy On-Parade 4, Gymnastics 3, Jousting Club 3, Prom Com. 3; Monitor 2, Spirit Club 3.4, Student Senate 3, Twirling I.2.3.4 (Capt.). LORI Mil LER Chorus I, Colorguard 2,3. GLENN MORROW —Band I, Swimming I.2.3.4, Tennis 3, Waterpolo I.2.3.4. ROBERT MUSHRUSH- Baseball 1,2.3; Chess Club I, Cross Country 2. Football I. ROSALIND MYERS. N PAMELA NELSON Swimming 4. kAREN NORMAN Academy Singers I, Track 3. NICHOLS Colorguard 2.3.4; Swimming 1.2,3.4. DEBBIE o LAURIE OLSON 2. JEFFERY OM V m -Acadeiffi 2 INKWSkl. 2, Cheerleading 2.3.4SCo-Capt.); Prom Com. 3, Saddle Club 2; Student Senate I, Y-Teens P CURTIS PALICIA -Band I.2.3.4, Stage Crew 4. Sr. Strings 3. JANE PASCARELLA Academe 2.4= Prom Com. 3, Track 1.2.3.4. kATRINA PAUL Student Senate 3.4 SUSAN PAULY Drama Club 3, Ski Club 1.3.4, Spirit Club 3, Class _ Photographer 2; 7-s- Club 4; Cards and Announcements 4. TERRY PEELMAN—Academe 1.2.3.4 (Editor), Chess Club 2,3-. Class Officer 4 (V.Pres.), French Club 4, Prom Com. 3; N.H.S. 3.4; Senior Banquet 4; Spirit Club 3; Student Senate 1.3 i Treas.), cards and Announcements 4. MARk PIGANELLI Drama Club 4, Star 3.4, Swimming 3.4; Waterpolo 3.4. MELANIE POSTON—Basketball I, Choir I, Softball I, Track I. MICHAEL PRENDERGAST. PAUL PRZEPIERSkl Baseball 2, Basketball 4, Football 2.3,4. 160 R JEFFREY RAPELA. TOM REAGLE Spirit Club 3, Ping-Pong 2.3. THOMAS REEDY- -Cross Country 4; Golf 2.3.4, N.H.S. 3.4, Prom Com. 3; Spirit Club 3; Student Senate 4 (Treas.)s Tennis 1.2.4. SANDRA RFMLEY Gymnastics 4. LARRY RITCHIE—Track 4. THEODORE RITCHIE Chess Club 2.3.4, Track 2.3.4. ADRIENNE ROBINSON. MICHAEL ROBINSON—Baseball 1.2, Ping Pong 3. Monitor 3. BRIAN ROGERS Ping Pong 2.3. Spirit Club 3, Cards and Announcements 4. RANDOM ROSS Star 2.3.4. MATTHEW RUNSER-German Club 1.2 (Pres.), Swimming 3.4, Waterpolo 2.3.4. S VICKI SABELLA Academe 4, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3, Twirling 1.2.3.4. JAMES SAMPSON Football 1.2.3.4, Track 4. LISA SAUNDERS—Afro-American Club 4, Spirit Club 4, Track 2.3.4. ROGER SALJRWEIN. HOLLY SCHAAF Cheerleading 2.3.4, Orchestra 1.2, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3.4. EDWARD SCHRIEFER Baseball L2.3.4; Spirit Club 3, Student Senate 1.2.3.4, Swimming 3, Wrestling I. DOUGLAS SESLER Football 1.2.3.4 (Capt.), Jousting Club 3, Prom Com. 3, Star 1.2.3.4, Student Senate 3 (V. Pres), School President 4. YOLANDA SHERRELL—Basketball 3.4. JOHN SITLER—French Club 2, Wrestling 3, Cards and Announcements 4. BRIAN SUKER Band 1.2.3.4, Chess Club 4, N.H.S. 3.4 (Pres.), Model U.N. 3.4, Student Senate 1.2.4, School President 3. DIANA SMITH Track I. SONIA SMITH French Club 1.2.3, Golf 4. MARY SMYTH French Club 1.2, N.H.S. 3.4, Star 3.4, Student Senate 2.3, Track 2. STEVEN STAAF—Baseball 2.4, Bowling 1.2, Football 1.2, Spirit Club 3.4. SHARON STEWART—Basketball 1,2.3.4 (Mgr.), Bowling 4, French Club 1.2, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3, Track I.2.3.4, Volleyball 1.2.3,4 (Capt.). THERESA STEVENS Choir 2.3, Chorus 2, Drama Club 4. N.H.S. 4, Prom Com. 3, Academy-On Parade 4, Spirit Club 3.4, Star 3.4, Swimming 3.4. ANDREW STINELY Band I.2.3.4, Prom Com. 3, Student Senate 3. FRANCINE STONE. THOMAS STOVALL—Wrestling 1.3. DOLLY STUART. TKARL TARTT—Cross Country 4, Track 2.3.4, Wrestling 3.4. JACQUELINE TATE Cheerleading 3.4, Choir 4. Chorus 2.3, Colorguard 2. Gymnastics I. TIMOTHY TEVIS Baseball 2, Football 2. FRANCES THOMPSON—Jousting Club 3, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3.4. FREDERICK THOMPSON Academe 4, Jousting Club 3, Spirit Club 3.4, Chess Club 4. JEANNE THUNBERG- Drama Club 3, N.H.S. 3.4, Softball 3 (Mgr.), Star 3.4, Starlight 3 (Co-editor), Student Senate 3. CAROL YN TURNER Ski Club 4. u BRIDGET LIRCH Saddle Club 3, Swimming 2. V STEVE VANDERVORT. JOSEPH VEST Spirit Club 3.4. JAMES VILLfcl LA Band 1.2.3.4, Football 2. Stage Band 1.4, Track 1.2, Wrestling 1.2. KAREN VIRGILIO. SUSAN VITALE Basketball 2, Drama Club 3, Jousting Club 3, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3. Twirling 1.2.3.4 (Co-Capt.). ROBERT VON SCIO. WJILL WAYNE—Afro-American Club 1.2.3, Basketball 1.2.3, Choir 2.3.4, Track 1.2.3. DAVIE1 WEAVER. BRADLEY WHITE—Academy Singers 4, Cheerleading 3, Choir 1,2.3.4 (V. Pres.), Drama Club 3.4, Football 1.2.3.4, Jousting Club 3, Prom Com. 3, Student Senate 3, Model U N. 4, Track 3.4, DAVID WIEST Bowling I, Choir 1.2, Drama Club 4, Football 3.4 (Slat.), Golf 1.2.3.4 (Capt.), Jousting Club 3, Prom Com. 3, Spirit Club 3.4, Track 1,3.4 (Mgr.). LAURIE WITOSKY Academe 4(Art)-. Basketball 1.2.3,4 (Mgr.), Prom Com. 3, Softball I.2.3.4, Spirit Club 3.4, Volleyball 3 (Mgr.). BONNIE WODARSKI- Choir 4, Star 4. PATRICIA WOOD Basketball 1.2.3, Drama Club 4, French Club 4, Student Senate 3.4, Ski Club 4, Tennis 1.2.4, Track 4. JOHN YOUNG. 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