CONTENTS THEME ... 2 DEDICATION .. ... 2 ADMINISTRATION . 4 FACULTY .. 4 SENIORS . 14 SENIOR INDEX 36 UNDERCLASSMEN 42 CURRICULM .... 86 SPORTS . 92 ACTIVITIES ... 124 HI-LITES 148 DIRECTORS ... 160 PATRONS 162 INDEX 164 ACADEME 1987 Volume LXVII Academy Hish School 2825 State Street Erie, Pennsylvania 16508 STEPPING AHEAD Academe 1987 Volume LXVII Academy High School 2825 State Street Erie, Pennsylvania 16508 Editors: Ivory Payton Amy Grudzien Nanette Schaaf Photography Editor: Brent Huey Art: Eric Hiney ! EVERY GOAL YOU REACH IN LIFE IS A STEP AHEAD INTO THE FUTURE DEDICATION 1987 MARY MARGARET McCONNELL Albert Schweitzer once said One thins I know: the only ones amons you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve. Mary Margret McConnell, Peg to her friends and cohorts, has certainly experi- enced many years of happiness. Currently, the Assistant Principal at Acad- emy H.S., Mrs. McConnell has served her family as the mother of six children, served her community as a good citizen and active member of her church, and served the School District of the City of Erie as educator. Peg received a BA in English from Villa Maria College, an M.A. in English from Gannon, and a Certification in Secondary School Administration from Edin- boro University. She has also attended classes at various other educational institutions and has traveled extensively. The trip she most remembers is her journey to the Gokhale Institute in India. Curriculum development work and her active participation as President of the Erie Education Association (1977-78) earned her recognition as the Alum- na of the Year award from Villa Maria College in 1984. She was also recog- nized by the P.T.A. in 1983 with a Lifetime membership. Peg has always been very highly respected by both her students and the professionals that she has guided and served over the years. She has been known for her ability to lead with courage and fairness. She will be missed by all. 3 Principal, Mr. Donald Zonno Assistant Principal, Mary McConnell Scheduling for the 1986-87 school year went smoothly and everyone settled in quickly under the administration of Donald Zonno as principal and Mary McConnell and Edward Grode as vice princi- pals. Our administration is very involved with the student body and faculty. They visit classrooms fre- quently, support extracurricular activities and sports, and occasionaly deal with student and teach- er problems. In doing all this, our administration works hard to satisfy the needs of everyone at Academy to the best of their ability. GUIDING OUR STEPS Assistant Principal, Mr. Edward Grode Charles Verdecchia, Dr. Helen Zimmerman, Ralph Barbaro Our Counselors, Ralph Barbaro, Charles Verdecchia and Dr. Helen Zimmerman, are here to help us make wise choices and decisions. The counselors are a source of information for us in planning our futures and solving our problems. Pam Coverdale, Shirley Butler, Debbie Sansone and Stanley Beard are our hardworking teacher's aides. Teacher aides play an important part in the daily affairs of the school by assisting teachers with classroom ac- tivities. Rita Donikowski, Jean Krahe, Lovetina Holman, as our secretaries, work along with our administrators to make our school as efficient as possible. Jean Krahe, Lovetina Holman, Rita Donikowski Pam Coverdale, Shirley Butler, Debbie Sansone, Stanley Beard 7 Elaine Benson: Physical Education Jim Blanchard: Math 9R; Mr. Blanchard says, 'You've got to be kidding!” Consumer Math, Com- puter I Noel Burgoyne: English 11 H, 12AP John DeLuca: Special Education Doris Campbell: Individ- ual Living,- Child Care, Home Economics 1,11 Paul Demyanovich: En- glish 9,10,1 OR Joanne Carey: Nurse Kathleen DeSante: En- glish 10,1 OH,11 Bruce Chase: Account- ing 1,11,111; Business Car- eers,- Business Law; Business Sales Daniel DiTullio: Special Education I Bruce Decker: U.S. His- tory; U.S. Geography; Law Brenda Dolwick: Chorus; Choir; Show Choir,- Re- lated Arts,- Band Auxil- iary 8 Katina Ennis: Art 1,11,111,1V Fred Evans: Earth Sci- ence H; Environmental Science Mark Ferrara: English 9,9H, Theater 1,11; Star Mary Fields: Typing I; Introduction to Business Meg Flinn: Health, Physi- cal Education Jane Grady: Steno 1,11; Typing 1,11, Office Prac- tice; Business Careers, Business Law Marcia Grode: French l,ll,lll IV Fred Guenther: U.S. His- tory, AP, European His- tory, AP; Economics and Gov’t. Joe Haas: Biology H; Bi- ology, AP, Lab William Hathaway: World Cultures; Citizen Education Mary Pat Haven: Crafts 1,11,111, Art I Rene Hayes: Citizenship Education, Economics and Gov't; Girls’ Athlet- ic Director Robert Hiney: World Cultures H, Sociology, Economics and Govern- ment Loce Jones: Machine Shop Rita Kennerknecht: Math 9; Algebra I Miss Torchia, at home in the library. Did you hear the one about .. ? 1 9 8 7 9 F A C U L T y Rebecca Knappenberger Special Education, Physi- cally Handicapped Lee Larson: Spanish 1,11,11 Michael Kubasik: In School Suspension Edward Kuhan Alsebra I, IH; Alsebra II, Trig Picture not available; Robin Lamont: Math 9,10 Picture not available; Anthony LaRocco: Spe- cial Education Steve Lipchick: Wood Mr. Guenther asks, Where did everyone go? Ill Mr. Rob informs Dan DiTullio he flunked his physical fit- ness test. Charles Lute: AVA; Or- chestra; Stage Band; Band Jeanette Massing: En- glish 11,12 Marilyn McGraw. Biolo- sy Richard Miller: German I,II,II,IV, English 12 H Robert Morgan: Physical Education 10 10 Fred Morosky: Earth Space, Botany Thomas Robinson: Phys- ical Education Tom Semple: Earth Space, Biology Dan Nawrocki: Earth Space; Chemistry; Chemistry H Sam Rossi: U.S. History; World Culture, Boys’ Athletic Director 1 4 raui simitoski: Vocation- al Historiculture; Horti- culter Martin Niebauen Com- puter 1,11; CalCUlUS A.P.; Algebra II, Trig H; Anal- Mark Rutkowski: Ind. Survey EMR, SED V Mel Skol: English 9,10, 10H James Pfisten Geome- try; Geometry H William Quirk: Chemis- try, Chemistry H; Phys- ics A.P.; Lab Mr. Niebauer says, 'They'll never find me in here. Go ahead, make my day!” Thank God It’s Friday!” 11 y Karen Soliwoda: Span- ish I; Enslish 9; Year- book Theresa Torchia: Librar- ian Daniel Vereb: General Math 10, Consumer Math Carol Tomczak: Special Education James Welch: Wood I; Draftins 1,11 Mr. Kuhar, A.K.A. “Mr. Algebra'' Mrs. Massing prepares today’s lesson. Renee Wurst: L.D. Daniel XethakiS: Citizen- ship Education, World Geography Michael Zlotnicki: Citi- zenship Education, So- cial Problems 12 Cafeteria Workers: sitting: C. Henley, J. Extern, S. Vitale, B. Boccio, J. Darr; standing: B. Rzepecki, C. Ohman, K. Willover, F. Benovic, J. Harayda, M. Sandy Cleaning Ladies: M. Lossie, C. Johson, E. Neidzielski, R. Dobbs Maintenance: Buster cracks a smile. Maintenance: S. Demski whistles while he works. 1 9 8 7 13 Anna Allessie Michael Anderson Louis Askins Titania Bailey Tanya Baldwin Wesley Barth Jim takes a coke break as usual. Lori Barto Curtis Barney Michelle Behrinser Steven Benovic Jeanette Bingham Melanie Bird 17 Julie Bowers David Bowers Tracey Brewtinston Melissa Buchko 18 Kara Carone Tammi Carmichael Chris Campanelli Wiliam Camp Christina Cassano Russel Chimera Fatima Connor Monique Clinton Pearlene Cooley Larry tells Rody, I know somethins you don't know! Pamela Crosby Bobbi J. Crable Stephanie Crockett 19 David DeSante Robert DeCarolis Rhonda Davis Christine Dinger Lisa DeCarolis Sandra Dodson Vickie Dolan Cynthia Drayer Roberta Eckendorf Cynthia Eirich Laurie has fun with glue! Frederick Eirich Bobbie Espy Joseph Evans 20 Timothy Fairfield Tracey Ferry Heather Ford Michelle Falbo Rody Ferrante Aric Fromknecht Arthur Gamble Jr. Felicia Gates Grace Gausman k Helen always was a little crooked. Tina Gilmore Donald Glass Marie Glover Lisa Gregor Penny Griffin Tina Hansbrew 21 Ramona Hartleb Lawrence Hasbrouk Tiffany Henderson Robert Hart Shawn Henneise Scott Herman Carole Hermann Timothy Hess Bernadine Hickenbottom Tyrone Hilliard Eric Hiney Lisa Hitchcock John Hoffman Scott, Helen, and Rose really look like they’re working Linda Hogan hard. 22 Heather with her usual Excuse me, but ... ? Phlip Hooper Rose Hoovler Christine Johnson Margaret Hughes Scott Jackson Patricia Jarrett Gary Johnson, Jr. Jennifer Kaeberlein Daniel Kaiser Tonya Johnson Kristina Kaminski Craig Kendall Dominic Konieczki Michael Kosoirek 23 John Krihwan Michelle Kupczyk Mina Leretsis Helen Lewandowski Darian Lucas Michele Manos 26 Leigh Monschein Alan, Mike, Scott, and Greg just standing around. Wendy Morrison John Marzka Gregory Mello Sharia Jean Mendenhall Carmen Mercado Patrick Moffett Lisa Mills Richard Martin Stephen Menosky NS- Judith Mong Cory Mook 27 George Oless Aleta Myers Richard Niejelski Peter Oblinski Tina Negron Slick caught in the act again! If Sylvester Ollie Carl Palotas Ginette Papucci Ivory Payton Kevin Peskorski Tracy Pfeil Dennis Phelps James Pierzynski 28 John Pytlarz Jill Radzimski Pamela Rekitt Steven Rieger Lorrie Robson Evelyn Ross Charles Scharrer Jr. Michael Scharrer Melissa Seelinger John Sandusky 29 Tyont Shabazz Denise Skopow William Shontz Michelle Siira You won't fit in your locker, Tiffany! Theresa Slupski Robert Smith Steven Spearman Alexander Sperry Andrea St. Georse Brian Stazer 30 Colleen Steiner Sandra Stockton Andre Tamplin Sonnet Tate Melissa Tingley Carol Vangeli 31 Paul Zimmer Alan Zimmerman Debi always seems to be dreaming in history. 32 Mr. Miller explains 'The Miller's Tale'' to a captive audience. SENIOR PICTURES NOT AVAILABLE Michael Jones Patrick Bastian Dwight Beason Mary Bielski Missona Bishop Terrance Carson Kenneth Casey Keith Cattledge Cassandra Crocket Eric Diluzio Gina Gabutti Robert Guelledge Lavette Harris Sharon Hogan Sandra Holby Faith Holloway Michael Jenkins yvonne Johnson Christopher Jones Steven Knight John Maloney Joseph McClintock Timothy Miller Shawn Neimeic Russell Overton Katrina Pietkiewicz Eric Placidi Michael Pletz Donald Russell Leah Scutella Ronnie Shaw David Sinn Ira Smith David Tate Rodney Vactor James Williams Kevin Williams William Wojtecki Veronica Zirkle 33 Scott asks, Where’s the football players when I need them? Beauty and brains, all in one! The mighty, mighty seniors! Everyone's happy but Tracy looks sick! What? asks Leigh. 34 SENIOR INDEX ANNA ALLESSIE: Horticulture 4 MICHAEL ANDERSON: Model UN 4; D D 1; Horticulture 3, 4; S.A.D.D. 3, 4. TANYA BALDWIN: Chorus 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Show Choir 3, 4 TITANIA BAILEY.- Business Club 4; Afro American Club 2, 4 CURTIS BARNEY: Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4,- Horticulture 4; Afro American Club DONNA BARNETT: Marching Band 1 WESLEY BARTH: Senior AP 4,- Chess Club 3 4,- Horticulture 3 LORI BARTO: Softball 3; Orchestra 1; Pom Pons 1 PATRICK BASTIAN: General DWIGHT BEASON: Football 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2 STEVEN BENOVIC: Baseball 2, 3,4; Basketball 1; Orches- tra 2,4; Spanish Club 1,2; Junior AP 3; D D 1; Stage Band 3, 4, Marching Band 2, 3, 4, Academy on Parade 2, 3, 4; Business Club 4 MARYANN BIELSKI: General JEANETTE BINGHAM: Basketball 3, 4, Chorus 4, Afro American Club 3, 4 MELANIE BIRD: Drama Club 3, 4; Senior AP 4 CHERYL BLAKNEY: Tennis 2; Softball 2, 4; Volleyball 3; Bowling 4; Chorus 2, 4; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 1; Junior AP 3; Marching Band 1, 2; Entreprenzur Club 3, 4 MISONNA BISHOP: General DEBRA BLOSE: Yearbook Rep. 4; French Club 2; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; NHS 4; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3; Academy on Parade 1, 2, 4 ELWOOD BLUES: Bowling 4; A.V.A. 4; Chorus 4; Show Choir 4; Cheerleading 1; Mascot 3; Rifles 1; Horticulture 3 GLENN BOLDEN: Tennis 1; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Choir 4,- Afro American Club 4 LISA BOOK: General JULIE BOWERS: Academy on Parade 4 DAVID BOYD: General TRACY BREWINGTON: General MELISSA BUCHKO: Track 3, 4; Volleyball 4; Chorus 3; Ju- nior AP 3; Senior AP; Newspaper 4; National Honor Soci- ety 3, 4 ROBERT BURFORD: Student Senate 1; Choir 1, 4; Drama Club 1; German Club 1; High Q 1; Chess Club 1; Marching Band 4 MELISSA BURROUGHS: Swimming 1; Drama Club 1; Span- ish Club 1; Junior AP 3; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3 KIMBERLY CALLIHAN: Student Senate 2, 4; Yearbook Rep. 2, 4; Junior AP 3; NHS 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Entrepreneur Club 2, 3, 4; Academy on Parade 4 BILL CAMP: Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; AVA 2; Junior AP 3; Model UN 4; High Q 4; Senior AP 4 BRENDA CAMP: Choir 4; Rifles 1; Marching Band 1, 2; En- trepreneur Club CHRIS CAMPANELLI: Baseball 4; yearbook Rep. 1; Drama Club 3 TAMMI CARMICHAEL: Chorus 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1; Afro American Club KENNETH CASEY: General FATIMA CONNOR: Track 1; Cross Country 2; Bowling 4; Basketball 2,- Student Senate Office 3; Chorus 1,- Year- book Rep. 3; Choir 4; Star 1 KARA CARONE: Softball 3; Golf 4; Basketball 3; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Monitor 4 TERRANCE CARSON: General TINA CASSANO: Softball 4; Chorus 3; Cheerleading 3 KEITH CATTLEDGE: Track 4,- Football 2; Horticulture 3 RUSSELL CHIMERA: General MONIQUE CLINTON: Chorus 4; Academy on Parade 4; Pep Club 4; Entreperneur Club 4; Afro American Club 4 PEARLENE COOLEY: Business Club 4; Track 4 BOBBIE CRABLE: General STEPHANIE CROCKETT: Chorus 1,2; Choir 3,4; Cheerlead- ing 4; Afro American Club 3 PAM CROSBY: General RONDA DAVIS: Chorus 2, 3; Afro American Club LISA DECAROLIS: General ROBERT DECAROLIS: General MIKE DEFOY: Wrestling 1, 2; Horticulture 3 DAVID DESANTE: Choir 3; Drama Club 1, 2; Junior AP 3; Soccer 1, 4; Model UN 1, 2, 3 4; Senior AP 4; NHS 3, 4- Star 2; Junior and Senior Class President ERIC DILUZIO: Hockey 1, 2 SANDY DODSON: Orchestra 1,2, 3, 4; Stage Band 4; Co- lorguard 1, 2, 3, 4,- Captain of Colorguard 4 VICKI DOLAN: General KIMBERLY DOXEX: Track 3, 4 CINDY DRAYER: General ROBERTA ECKENDORF: Hockey 4; Orchestra 2, 4; Stage Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Academy on Parade 1, 2, 3 CINDY EIRICH: Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Band 4; Color- guard 1, 2, 3, 4 MIKE HOFFMAN: Football 1,2, 3, 4; Yearbook Rep. 4; Ski Club 4; Spanish Club 1,2; Junior AP 3; Stage Band 4; Soc- cer 4 FRED EIRICH: Tennis 2, 3, 4; Football 2; Swimming 2, 3; A.V.A. 2, 3; Yearbook Rep. 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4,- Academy Singer 1, 2, 3, 4; Model UN 2, 3, 4; Academy On Parade 3, 4,- Academy Top Twenty 1, 2, 3, 4; District Chorus 3,4; Vice President of Choir,- Water Polo 3,4; cap- tain 4; Senior Vice President 4 BOBBIE ESPY: General JOEY EVANS: Basketball 1, 2,- Spanish Club 1 TIM FAIRFIELD: Drama Club 3; French Club 1; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Marching Band 3, 4 RODY FERRANIE: Baseball 2, 4; A.V.A. 3; Science Club 1; French Club 4; D D ■ Chess Club 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Academy On Parade 2, 3, 4 TRACEY FERRY: Track 4; Ski Club 4, Drama Club 4; Soccer 2, 3,4 HEATHER FORD: Chorus 2; Choir 3, 4; French Club 2, 3, 4, - Model UN 1, 2, 3, 4,- Marching Band 3; Winter Guard 1; Academy On Parade 3, 4,- Junior Director 4; Senior Di- rector; Monitor ARIC FROMKNECHT: Wrestling 1; Hockey 4,- Ski Club 1; Orchestra 3, 4; A.V.A. 4,- Junior AP 3; Stage Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Academy On Parade 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum Major of Marching Band 3; Library Monitor 1 ART GAMBLE: Track 1, 2, 3, 4,- Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basket- ball 1, 2, 3, 4,- Student Senate Office 1, 2, 3, 4,- Spanish Club 1; Junior AP 3,- Senior AP 4; Afro American Club 3, 4; Entrapenuer Club; Sophomore Class President 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4 FELICIA GATES: Track 1; Volleyball 2, 3, 4; Manager 2,- Basketball 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2; Choir 4 TINA GILMORE: Track 1; Golf 4; Entreprenuer Club 3, 4; Afro-American Club 4,- Homeroom Rep. 3 DON GLASS: Tennis 4; French Club 2, 3; Model UN 4; Of- fice Monitor 3 LISA GREGOR: Softball 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 3,4; Bowling 4; Basketball 2, 3; Student Senate Office 3; French Club 2, 3; Senior AP 4; Rifles 1; Marching Band 1; Star 1,2, 3,4; Entrepreneur 4; Homeroom Rep 1, 2, 4 PENNY GRIFFIN: Softball 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2; Choir 3, 4,- Ju- nior AP 3; D D 3, 4; Marching Band 3, 4; Star 1, 2; Rac- quetball Club 1, 2, 3, 4 ROBERT GUELLEDGE: Track 2, 3, 4; Football 3,- Wrestling 1 MICHELLE FALBO: General BOBBY HART-. Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4,- Chess Club 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Concert Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Acad- emy Bandaleros 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Rep 4 RAMONA HARTLEB: General LARRY HASBROUCK: Football 1, 2; Yearbook Rep 1, 2; German Club 1; Marching Band 2, 3, 4 SHAWN HENNIESE: German Club 1,2; Model UN 3,4; Se- nior AP 4; D D 1; Chess Club 2, 3, 4; Horticulture Club 3; Computer Club 3, 4 TIFFANY HENDERSON: Student Senate Office 1, 2; Chorus 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Show Choir 3, 4; Junior AP 3; Cheerleading 1,2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Afro-American Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Academy On Parade 1, 2, 3, 4; Top Twenty 3.4 SCOTT HERMAN: Track 1,2, 3,4; Football 2,3,4; German Club 3; Junior AP 3; Soccer 1; Academy On Parade 1,2, 3.4 CAROLE HERMANN: General TIM HESS: Track 1; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2 BERNADINE HICKENBOTTOM: Orchestra 2,- Senior AP 4; Pom Pom 1, 2; Monitor TYRONE HILLIARD: Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4,- Student Senate Office 1, 2, 3, 4,- Senior AP 4; Stage Band 3; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4,- Entreprenuer Club 1, 2; Student Senate 4; President 4 ERIC HINEY: Drama Club 1; German Club 1, 2, 4; Junior AP 3; Yearbook 3, 4,- Soccer 1, 2 LISA HITCHCOCK: Baseball 4; Yearbook Rep. 3, 4; French Club 4 SANDY HOLBY: General LINDA HOGAN: Statistition, Boys Tennis Team 2; Drama Club 2; German Club 1,2, 3„4; Junior AP 3; High Q 4; Se- nior AP 4; Chess Club 4; Academy On Parade 4 SHARON HOGAN: Track 1; Softball 2, 3, 4; Swimming 1, 2, 3; Choir 4,- Orchestra 1, 2,- Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; NHS 3, 4,- Colorguard 2, 3; Girls Soccer 4 PHIL HOOPER: Drama Club 1, 2,- German Club 1,2; Junior AP 3; Model UN 2, 3,4; D D 1; Chess Club 2, 3; Computer Club 2, 3 ROSE HOOVLER: Volleyball 2; Chorus 1; Choir 2, 3, 4,- French Club 1; Model UN 2; Top 20 in Choir 3 MAGGIE HUGHES: Softball 3, 4; Yearbook Rep. 4; Ski Club 4; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Yearbook 4,- Business Club 4,- Monitor 3; Academy On Parade 3, 4 MICHAEL JENKINS: Track 1, 2,- Baseball 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 SCOT JACKSON: Choir 1, 2, 3, 4 PATRICIA JARRETT: General CHRISTOPHER JONES: Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4 MICHAEL JONES: Track 3; Basketball 3, 4 CHRISTINE JOHNSON: High Q 4; Senior AP 4; Cheerlead- ing 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 2, 3, 4, Volleyball Captain 4; Bowling 4; Chorus 1,- Yearbook Rep. 4; Choir 2, 3, 4, Afro-American Club 2, 3; Homeroom Rep. 2; Academy On Parade 2 37 GARY JOHNSTON: Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Stage Band 2,3 TONYA JOHNSON: Cross Country 2; Chorus 1; Choir 2, 3,4; Spanish Club 1; Cheerleading 4,- Afro-American Club 4; Entrepreneur Club 4; Homeroom Rep. Alternate 2 YVONNE JOHNSON: Track 3; Horticulture Club 4 JENNY KAEBERLEIN: Cross Country 2 DAN KAISER: Tennis 1; Football 2 KRISTINA KAMINSKI: Drama Club 3; French 2,3,- Junior AP 3,- Senior AP 4; Cheerleading 1, 2; Yearbook 4- Academy On Parade 4 CRAIG KENDALL: General STEVE KNIGHT: Student Senate Office 1, 2; Choir 3; Afro American Club 2, 3 DOMINIC KONIECZKI: Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 MICHAEL KOSIOREK: Tennis 1, 2, 4,- Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Computer Club 4 JOHN KRIHWAN: Golf 4; Football 2; Yearbook Rep. 3,- German Club 1, 2, 3, 4; High Q 3, 4; Senior AP 4; D D 1; Horticulture Club 2, 3; Foreign Exchange 3, 4 MICHELLE KUPCZYK: Softball 3; Yearbook Rep. 2, 3, 4; Pom Poms 2, 3; Captain, Pom Pons 3; Homecoming Rep. 2, 3; Secretary, Junior Class 3; Academy On Parade 2, 3, 4; Junior Senior Director, Academy On Parade 3, 4; Junior Attendant, Homecoming Prom 3 MINA LERETSIS: Yearbook 4 HELEN LEWANDOWSKI: Volleyball 3; Chorus 2; Choir 4; Drama Club 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Junior AP 3; Model UN 1,2, 3, 4; Senior AP 4; Yearbook 4; Winterguard 1 ■ Acad- emy On Parade 2, 4; Co-Chairman, Model UN 4 NICK LOCHNER: Drama Club 3; French Club 3, 4, Senior AP 4; President, French Club 4; Academy On Parade 4 STEPHANIE LOPEZ: Softball 3; Bowling 3; Swimming 2 DARI AN LUCAS: Senior AP 4; Afro American Club 11, Basketball 1, 2, 3,4; French Club 1, 2, 3; Spanish Club 4; Junior AP 3 JAMES LONEY: General DARRICK LUCAS: Football 1, 2; Basketball 1,2, 3; Student Senate office 1, 2; Yearbook Rep 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Yearbook 3, 4; Chairman of the Afro American 4 MICHELE MANOS: Softball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1; Chorus 1,2 ROCHELLE MANUS: Spanish Club 1; Afro American Club 2, 3, 4; Prep Club 4; Business Club 4 ALICIA MARTIN: Marching Band 2; Pom Pons 2 MICHELLE MARTIN: Chorus 1, 2 JOHN MARZKA: Senior AP 4; Academy on Parade 1, 2, 3; Homeroom Representative 1, 2,3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Senate Office 1, 2, 3,4,- Year- book Rep 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 1 SHARLA MENDENHALL: Track 2,- Chorus 1, 3, 4; Choir 4; Afro American Club 2; Business Club 4; Heart Fund Jump- a-thon 1 JOE McCLINTOCK: Horticulture Club 4- Soccer 3, 4 STEPHEN MENOSKY: Senior AP 4; Horticulture Club 3; Academy on Parade 1, 2, 3,- Homeroom Representative 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4,- Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 2 TIM MILLER: General LISA MILLS: Show Choir 4- French Club 3, 4; Afro-Ameri- can Club 3; Academy on Parade 2, 3, 4; Cheerleading 2 3, 4 PAT MOFFETT: Choir 3, 4,- Horticulture Club 4- Soccer 2 3 JUDY MONG: Horticulture Club 3, 4 LEIGH MONSCHEIN: Tennis 1, 2,- Softball 3, 4; Volleyball 2, 4; Bowling 1, 2; Yearbook Rep 4; Senior AP; Yearbook 4; Business Club 4 CORY MOOK: Baseball 2, 4; Academy on Parade 2 WENDY MORRISON: Senior AP 4; Rifles 2,- Academy on Parade 2; Softball 1, 2, 4; Chorus 1, 2,- Show Choir 3,4; French Club 3 ALETA MYERS: Track 1, 2; Star 4; Homeroom Rep 3, 4; Afro American Club 4; Counselor Monitor 4 SHAWN NEIMEIC: General TINA NEGRON: General JAMES NEINER: Track 2; Baseball 3, 4; Junior AP 3,- Stage Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Academy on Parade 2, 3, 4 RICH NIEJELSKI: Junior AP 3,- Senior AP 4,- Marching Band 1, 2; Star 4,- Homeroom Rep 1, 2, 4 PETE OBLINSKI: Business Club 1, 2, 3, 4 SYLVESTER OLLIE: Track 3, 4; Football 1, 4; Wrestling 2, 3, 4; Choir 4; Show Choir 4- Horticulture Club 3, 4- Afro American Club 4 RUSSELL OVERTON: Football 1, 2; Wrestling 1 CARL PALOTAS: Softball 4; Volleyball 4; Football 1, 2,3,- European Travel Group 2; Junior Vice-President 3 GINETTE PAPUCCI: Track 1, 4; Student Senate Office 1, 2, 3,- Marching Band 1, 2,- Entrepenuer Club 3, 4; School Treasury Work 4; Red Cross Rep. 1, 2, 3,- Homecoming Attendent 2,- Senior Treasurer 4 IVORY PAYTON: Track 2, 3,- Chorus 2, 3, 4; Choir 4, Show Choir 4; Junior AP 3; Chess Club 3; Yearbook 2, 3,4; Afro- American Club 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Queen 4; Senior Class Secretary 4 KEVIN PESKORSKI: General TRACY PFEIL: Track 2; Cross Country 2,- Water-polo 3, 4; Drama Club 1; German Club 1,2, 3, 4; Junior AP 3; Entre- penuer Club 4; Academy On Parade 2, 3, 4; Red Cross Rep. 1 DENNIS PHELPS: General JIM PIERZYNSKL Track 4; Yearbook Rep. 2; French Club 4; Stage Band 2,3, 4; Marching Band 2, 3, 4; Academy On Parade 2, 3, 4; Entrepeneur Club 4 KATRINA PIETKIEWICZ: General ERIK PLACIDI: General MICHAEL PLETZ: Baseball 1,2,3, 4; Football 1,2; Hockey 1 MATT PLONSKI: Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; NHS 3,4; Stage Band 2,3,4; Marching Band 1,2,3,4; Academy On Parade 2, 3,4; District Jazz Band 3, 4 KRISTEN POTOKER: Tennis 2, 3, 4; Team Captain 3, 4; Ski Club 4,- Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Model UN 4; Star 4 JOHN PYTLARZ: Wrestling 2, 3; German Club 1,2; Junior AP 3; Stage Band 2, 3; Marching Band 2, 3 JOHN RAW A: German Club 1, 2,3, 4; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; High Q 1, 2,3,4; NHS 3, 4 PAM REKITT: General CHRIS REGAL Football 1, 2; Swimming 1, 2, 3; Yearbook Rep. 3, 4; German Club 1, 2; Senior AP 4; Yearbook 3; Waterpolo 1, 2,3, 4; Captain 4; Office Monitor 4 STEVE REIGER: Academy On Parade 2, 3, 4 EVELYN ROSS: Student Senate Office 1, 2, 3, 4,- Chorus 1; Afro-American Club 4; Students Against Drunk Driving 4; Monitor 4 DON RUSSELL: Horticulture Club 3; Office Monitor 3 JOHN SANDUSKY: Baseball 3,4; Football 3; French Club 3, 4; Chess Club 4; Marching Band 4; Erie County Youth Government 4; Foreign Exchange 4 CHARLES SCHARRER: Student Senate Office 1; Senior AP 4 MICHAEL SCHARRER: Tennis 3, 4; Yearbook Rep. 1; Or- chestra 1, 2, 3 4; German Club 1, 2; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Stage Band 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4 LEAH SCUTELLA: General MELISSA SEELINGER. Swimming 1,2,3,4; Student Senate Office 1, 4; Yearbook Rep. 1, 2, 3; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 1, 2; Junior AP 3; Cheerleading 1, 3; Year- book 1,- 2,3; Star 3; Academy On Parade 1,2, 3,4; Moni- tor 2, 4; Secretary Student Senate 4 MICHELE SELKER: Swimming 2, 3; German Club 1, 4; Mar- ching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum Major 4; Entrepenuer Club 3 MELISSA SELKER: Swimming 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Rep. 4; German Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior AP 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum Major 3, 4; Academy On Parade 3, 4 PAUL SEMAN: Senior AP 4; Chess Club 4; Speaker of the House 4; Marching Band 4 PATTI SESSAMEN: Business Club 3, 4; Monitor 4 TYONT SHABAZZ: Model UN 3; Senior AP 4; Chess Club 3,4; Vice President, Chess Club 4; Captain, Cross Country 3; Track 3, 4; Cross Country 1, 3; Basketball 1; Student Senate Office 2, 4; Yearbook Rep. 4; Junior AP 3 RONNIE SHAW: Track 2; Football 2; Star 2, 3, 4; Afro American Club 4 WILLIAM H. SHONTZ, JR.: High Q 3, 4; Senior AP 4; Ger- man Club 1, 2, 3, 4,- Junior AP 3 DAVE SINN: General DENISE SKOPOW: Bowling 1; Spanish Club 1; Cheerlead- ing 2, 3 THERESA SLUPSKI: General ROBERT SMITH: Baseball 1, 4; Golf 4,- Hockey 1; French Club 2, 3 STEVEN SPEARMAN: Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3,4; Basketball 1, 2, 3,4; Choir 4; Show Choir 4 ALEX SPERRY: Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 3; Swimming 4; Student Senate Office 3, 4; Junior AP 3; Soccer 1, 2, 4; Volleyball 4; Senior AP 4; Star 2, 3, 4; Entrepreneur Club 2, 3,4 BRIAN STAZER: Baseball 2; Junior AP 3 COLLEEN STEINER: Softball 4; Senior AP 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3 ANDREA ST. GEORGE: General MATT STROHM: General MICHELLE M. SIIRA: Yearbook Rep. 2; Senior AP 4; Busi- ness Club 4 SANDY STOCKTON: General ANDRE TAMPLIN: Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Captain, Soccer 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1; Student Senate Office 2 DAVID TATE: Football 2; Wrestling 2; Choir 4, Show Choir 4; Horticulture Club 4 SONNET TATE-. Choir 2, 3, 4; Afro American Club 1, 2, 3, 4 TAMMY TATE: Secretary, Afro American Club 3 LILLIAN THOMPSON: Volleyball 4,- Basketball 2, 3; Year- book Rep. 3; Business Club 4 MELISSA TINGLEY: Yearbook Rep. 1; French Club 1, 2, 3, 4 JACK STEPHEN TOLIN: Tennis 2, 3, 4; D D 1, 3, 4; Chess Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 2, 3, 4; Computer Club 3;Secretary of Defense, Chess Club NATALIE THUNBERG: Softball 3, 4; Orchestra 4; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4; Stage Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4 (see p. 164, continued) 39 Juniors show their chemistry spiritl Our class,the class of 1988, has spent the past three years preparing to take the step to our last year of school. We have spent the year studying hard to meet credit require- ments. Although we worked hard we also took the time to be with old friends and to welcome new faces. Each year the juniors try to set a good exam- ple for all underclassmen. As this year comes to a close, we realize the steps we must continue to take to become academi- cally successful. We look forward to our se- nior year at Academy. Kate Trish Scott Tom Ackerman Alexander Ambrose Amendola 44 Bryn Anderson Carol Baldwin Allyson Bannister Tina Barnes Daniel Jenny Dennis Tate Bozza Brady Bill Teel - the ' ultimate” Junior. Lisa Steven Janet Karen Brandt Brewington Bruschi Bukowski Gussie ponders before she types. Denise Mildred Stephanie Tom Bumpers Bumpers Burkell Burling Ricky David Kristen Sherita Kristen Timothy Saprina Byrd Camp Clark Coleman Cornelia Cook Cooper 45 Melvin Bridgette Gary Crosby Daniels Daub Michelle Angelus Richard Daugherty Davis Davis Nicole Brenda Lisa Late Again! Detzel Diven Duffley Regina Robert Gary Kym Valerie Mujunemo Amy Eckendorf Eckendorf Edkin Elleston Engelleiter Favors Fickenworth Beth Fickenworth Colleen First Crystol First Scherelle Fowler Danielle Fox Tammy Fuller Sherry Gabutti 46 Dianna Judy Tracy Gausman Gehrlein Gemler Jennifer Felecia Lucinda Glass Gibbs Gudfrey Michele Garrison Missy looks for the correct key. Amy Kim Marybeth Grudzien Gulish Hanke Rhonda Maria Pat Henderson Hernandez Higgins Posing with Max 47 Brenda Harry Dan Hogan Honard Horn Brent Jarriel Huey Hunter Sharon Inman Keith Jankowski Kimberly Johnson Why me? asks Doug. Nathanie Myron Lucas loves to write computer programs. Johnson Carmella Darrel Pat Tarra Dan Donald Kimberly Jones Jones Jones Jones Kaminski Kiefer Klemm Will Sherry Tammie Jeff Laura Mike Alex Knox Krauchen Lanagan Lander Lassman Lauderbaugh Lewinger 48 Academy's own MOtley Crue Michael Karyn Myron Loney Loomis Lucas J U N I O R S Michele Lohse Chris Becky Jeff Majerik Martin Marzka Tim Sean McClintock McGuire Shelly Aletha McKane McKimon Greg Robert Rose Miller Miller Minotolo La Sonya Moffet Shirlcen Moffet R. Morgan Jim Schwab, up to no good! 49 Robert Eckendorf demonstrates his artistic ability. A s Heather George Murray Nicewonger Leah Ray Nathan Morris Morrison Moyer John Shanon Gerri Piotrowicz Quinlan Rebar Sam Reinsel Brenda conceals her combination from the photog- rapher. 50 Melissa Jamie Rohrbach Russo Tammy Tom Salinas Salyers Bill Sandusky N I O R S The A” Dogs of Academy. April applies for the position of Vanna White. Janet John Monica Yvette Laura Mario Ron Seippel Semple Serafin Shabazz Shaw Siano Sickles Suzy Chris Jon Vicki Beth Justin Robert Simmons Sims Sims Skinner Sins Skol Smith 51 Jeff Christine Brenton Spencer Steffy Stouffer Armanda Lisa Ron Stovall Stright Sutton Pam Heidi Bill Szymanowski Taylor Teel George pleads with his mother to allow him to go home. Another lOO” for Bill Teel. Wendy Carol Sandy Terhorst Tibbitts Tibbitts Chris Toth 52 Kathy Tracy Stephanie Vacanti Ann Chris Dan Randale Carol Karlene Matt Valerio Vaushn Voltz Watson Wentz Williams Wodarski Brian Karen Lind Andy Greg Pam Richard Wolff Wright Wygant yacobozzi yochim Zieber Mudge J u N I R S Jenny and Tracey straight from the dating game. William asks, Do you have a warrant to search my locker? Vincent Smith 53 Felicia thinks before she drinks Bryn Anderson says, Who are you lookins at? Darin tries to crack into the school district computer. Sean exclaims, I love Chemistry. Wendy Peskorski says, Hi there! J U N I O R S Heather and Michele - Best of Friends. 55 Academy's very own cheering crowd. s o p H O M O R E S We, the sophomore class of '89, are pleased to be one step further on the ladder of suc- cess. As sophomores, we have adapted to the high school atmosphere at Academy and are determined to make the most of our years here. We have learned new skills, had new experi- ences, and best of all, have made new friendships. We look forward to whatever exciting challenges await us next year. Valarie Todd Shane Jodi Ace Adleff Aldrich Alexander 56 Tina Aljoe Carla Amendola Darrin Baker Jodie Baldini Ritchie Jon Vicki Melanie Jenny Blackmore Blanchard Booser Bradish Braggins Charlotte Shane Brawn Brenneman '8 9 Katy Maggie Brown Burgos jenni Janine Sophs give their interested’ look. Burns Caldwell Erin Dan Cahill Callihan Crystal Dina Chris Jim Chris James Daniela Carbone Carr Carson Case Casella Casey Ciminella 57 Kevin Clark Carolyn Cocco Sean Colburn Lisa Connor Ben Cramer Heidi Dianna Crissman Crowley Laurie Krista Shannon Troy Daub Davis Davis Davis John Julie Paul DeBerry Jr. DeCarolis Dennins TO . Wil'iam Lynda Lydia Bill Deborah Robert DeSante Dickson Dimarco Dombrowski Drzewiecki Duda East Sophomores relax on Mr. Pfister's desk. Chris Casella lost in concentration. 58 Jackie Lisa Julie Shunreckia Abdul James Elston Ellenberser Eppolito Epps Eriasbon Estrada Dan Fairfield Gary Dave Michele Fosle Frantz Galvin April Lora Robert Sharon Fatica Ferry Fisher Fitzpatrick Kelli Georse Jennifer Gervasi Jenny Getzin Al Glaz John Graham Tammy Graves Amy Guilianelli 59 mm Keith Chris Joe Gretchen Hasbers Hall Hanke Hansen Senorita Salinas estudia el espahol. Josh Rosheemah Shane Daryl Hemmis Henderson Henderson Herman Tara Michelle Gary Hausbrew House Huey Karen Mona Bethany Humphreys lamuzzella Johnson Ann Zimmerman says, She's my buddie! 60 Darrell Jason Jennifer Jason Chris Melissa David Kretz Kroh Kuhn Lehman Lewis Lewkowicz Lindey 61 ‘•Shane! Keep your eyes on your own paper,Mr. Ponteriero! Julie Tenisha Logan Lomax Craig Kim Steffanie and Pumpkin doing unbelievable work with technology Martin Lucas Laurie Amy Melissa Michael Madara Major Mankoski Mantsch Carol Steve Mike Martin Marzka Masterson Damon Robert Cheryl McCalebb McDonald McKane Lytonia McMillian Tanya Michel Holli Miller Jason Miller Teresa Jordon’s smile of gold Darell McLaurin 62 Holly Robin Morrison Mutch Wendy Candy Nesselhauf Nesselhauf Blanca Laura Gina Joey Are you talking to me? Nieves Notley Oless Olson S O P H M O R E S Joe Ron Jennifer Matt Allyson Johnny Bo Orlando Otteni Overton Palaszewski Paszkowski Payton Peavy Ken Dodie Denise Pettigrew Pfeil Phelps We're sophomores, and we re fresh! Brenda David Chris Piano Pontoriero Prindle 63 Mark Jim Prindle Prozan Pete Mark Ramos Reiser Betty Sherman Latrisse Richardson Ritchie Ritchie Donald Neshell Maria Janet Roberts Roberts Ronzitti Root Scott Tricia Tammi Ross Roth Rusgles Academy's get fresh crew! Mr. Lipchick will never survive us! Teri Rupert Theresa Richard Salinas Santiago Steve Jim Scharrer Shontz Jolefc Amanda Sherrell Shotts 64 Stephanie Sonja Lisa Shawntrell Get back in your house! Smith Spencer States Stewart Doug asks, Do you need a drink? Doug Teel 65 Maggie Thompson Russell Trocha Diane Tucholski Nancy Tina Nicole Trudy Pat Linda Vicki Vinson Vogel Vollentine Vona Waddell Waite Janies Kate Joe Melissa Becky Wandless Washill Wayne White Williams Brian Fila Williams Williams Janita Paula Williams Williams Shawn Steve Check out my melody! Williams Williams Michael Jenny Chris Rob Woods Wozniak Wygant yacobozzi Brian Zawistowski 66 Sophomores relax during class. Typing is hard work. Wake up Steve! 67 Sophomores find French class interestins. Concentration is the key to success. 68 69 Jason and Mark complete their drawinss. 4 F R E S H M E N The first year at Academy for the class of 1990 was definitely a learning experience. Many freshmen got involved in extracurricu- lar activities. Many were also academically inclined. The freshman class has also shown great school spirit. As freshmen, we look forward to the opportunities and the chal- lenges we will face in future years as we climb the steps on the ladder of success. Justin Sean Dennis Chris Adleff Alex Allen Altodonna 70 Becky Anderson Lynn Anderson Diego Andujar Todd Askins Tiffany Brian Barnett Barney Tyrone Johnson says, Ancient Chinese se- cret, eh? Nikki Barney Sheley Bartholomew '9 0 Tina Nate Stephanie Eddie Laurie Baxter Beard Becker Bell Behr Becky Brian Benny Bevan Mary Bishop Gregory Blair Darryl Together we stand! Blakney Tim Bordewicz 71 Eddie Jenny Bowers Boyd Beth Adam Brown Brukell Lori and Deanna - the odd couple. Angel John Michael Wendy Buhl Burkell Burkett Butler Jeff Carr Charles Carson Demetria Carson Ellison Colonna Tim Connelly Frankie Connor Mike Conway f Alicia Henry Lavelle Angela Cooley Copeland Copeland Cuzzola Typical Freshmen behavior. Brian Dann John Ed Glenn Darby Davis Davis 72 Girls all play no work, and boys all work no play. Mark Freshmen doing what they do best! DeLuca Samuel Delp Shawn Brent Fred Daisy Barbra Denning Dias Cooper Dixon Dodson David Dodson David Dombrowski F R E S H M E N Earnest Floyd Fred Ken Duck Duck Dudics Eisert Shannon Oscar Kathy Efta Eriksen Ewing Carmen Ferguson Rosa Figureroa Keri Fileger Venessa Flemings Lisa Fogel Maurice Foley Jeff Frantz 73 Charmaine John Robert Dora Sean Jameel Brian pranz Frombach Fuller Garcia Garrison Gavin Glover Nicole Ricardo India Glover Gonzalez Gore Jenny Debra Michael Angela Gornall Grace Graham Grandalski Mary Steve Grant Gray Charmaine Michael Green Griffin Dan James Jennifer Grucza Grutkowski Grzybowski J. Zirkle shows us how thrilled she is to be in crafts. Karrie Martin demonstrates the proper way to clean a deli- cate art piece 74 Tim Putnam relaxes after school Sally Hanson Jason Harden Tammy Hart Evelyn Hatcher Ebony Patreece Yvonne Micheal Kelly Henderson Henderson Henderson Hickenbottom Hisgins Kris Kelly Himmel Hinkle Mary Honard Sandra Holdsworth Lisa Howze Melanie Hoffer I know it's a tea party but what should I wear? 75 Lori Lubomski says, Give me a minute, I'll think of Roger Monica Robert Antonio an excuse!' Jones Jones Jones Jordan James Melissa Rio Tywrine Johnson Johnson Johnson Johnson Shelley Kim Christopher Mike Randy Carl Korina Julius Kauffman Kindle Klemm Klofft Knight Koehler Richard Bryon Jeff Teri A look of mental fatigue falls over Beth Brown. Kowalewski Laskowski Lasky lasky 76 Vicky Laskey Robin Lata Mary Laushner Stacy Lee Tom Leretsis Becky Lindey Sean Linhart F R E S H M E N Dawn Adrina Lockwood Logan Toni Lombardo Joe Long Liz Longley Kirk Loomis Lori Lubomski Jenny Madara Steve Macuso Robert Manus Karrie Maria Martin Mattson Michelle Mary Maxumczyk McAninch Eric McBride De Andre McLaurin Julie Did someone say pose’?’' Mellow Matt Menzel 77 Chris Heather Miller Miller Wendy Valerie Todd Ricardo Nelson Michalak Mohney Monschein Montero Morales Is she readins or sleeping? Vince Catina O'Conner Odom Kathy Ewing shows us her modeling pose. Randy Cherrilyn Amy Jose Shelia Paula Lea Ollie Ollie Olson Otero Overton Owens Pacak Rodger Darren Dan Michelle Jennifer Michael Kevin Parsons Pastuha Patterson Piorkowski Pitzer Prindle Pude 78 Mike Cory Robson Rogers Jon Cathy Brenda Romanita Dione Root Rosenthal Roth Roiz Russell Chrissy Steph John Natalie Salsbury Sarti Schaaf Schafle Carolee Jeff Chris Barb Scholl Scully Sedziak Seippel Becky Anderson makes her moves on Mr. Garbage can. 79 Sean Spinelli Betsy Sweeney Steve Takach Bruce Taylor Jill Twohis Joe Tupek Charles Spilko Robert Sturdivant Charles Fatimah Lori Terri Sam Seippel Shabazz Shaffer Smith Sperry Stacey Szoszorek Freshmen show why they are so smart. Juan Stevens Rosetta Stovall Michael Straitwell Nicole Thompson Serwaa Toran Lauren Travers Sharon Tucholski Lloyd Stolinski Suzanne Vanderstraeten Timothy Tate Michael Torok Robert Chris Tracy Valimont Vargo Vogt Carrie Vahey Kevjn ai Kim Chris yes, we do have talented freshmen. Warner Watson Webber White F R E S H M E N DeMoyne Tim White White John Wendy Eric Jodi John Wickham Wikosz Williams Williams Williams Maurice Scott Brian Jerry Nikki shows why she’s a hit with the fellows, her Wooder young Zaczyk Zaffino smile. 81 Jennifer Zalewski Jennie Zirkle Joe Zukowski You should be studying, not looking at the photographer. Jenny Mucci I can't believe I went to class without my booksl Kathleen Metzger ''No, don't take a picture of mel 82 'Hmml?l I wonder what's in here?'' Mr. Zlotnicki casts a spell on his class. 83 84 “ ... What hallpass?’ Ready, aim, ... 85 Freshmen pretend to be interested in their class. STEPPING INTO A Honor courses help students prepare for their future by developing skills in areas that will enhance their opportunities to meet the academic requirements for college. Academy offers honor courses in English, History, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, and Geometry. Will the real Mr. Hayes please step forward? WORLD OF KNOWLEDGE Mr. Nawrocki weishs in. Advanced placement courses at Academy Hish School help students get a jump on col- lege. During their junior and senior years of high school, the students can receive college credits from Gannon University which can be transferred to most other colleges and universities. Academy offers Advanced Placement courses in Physics, Biology, En- glish, and Calculus. With this help, they can finish their degree in less than four years. A typical Academy locker. c u R R I C U L U M STEPPING INTO A Mr Lute explaines the fine points to our fu- ture musicians. Academy High School offers a wide variety of classes for students to choose from. Aca- demy's class variety helps relieve student doldrums . Besides Computer class and Or- chestra there are electives in Home Econom- ics, Wood Shop, Metal Shop, and Drafting. Students can advance their knowledge in everyday living by choosing electives. Why me? 88 WORLD OF EXCELLENCE Proud students receive their Academic Awards. Mr. Niebauer acts as advisor of our National Honor Society. Mr. Nawrocki awards Academy's finest stu- dents. The students who fill the above empty seats are our future leaders. Many students struggle to fulfill their dreams and reach their goals. Academy rewards those who strive for knowledge with our Academic Awards Assembly. Our teachers help us take the time to stop and consider the future. They motivate us now by their dedication and concern. We dedicate these pages to those who have succeeded and who continue in their quest for knowledge. 89 Our lives are filled with many choices. There's that certain step everyone must take. It could be a step to success or a step to failure. Now is the time for us to choose each of our steps carefully. Our choices and our steps either move us forward or back- ward. Throushout our high school days we take the time to reflect and seek the answers that will help us to step forward and step ahead. G P E T S D In life we have goals. Step by step we move towards our dreams, sometimes cautiously, sometimes boldly. When we reach our goals we move ahead. Something to strive for and something to move towards is what enriches our lives. Our goals and our dreams help bring us the joy of living. 91 INEXPERIENCE HURTS PERFORMANCES Front row-. J. Zaffine, A. Jordon, D. White, B. Barney, A. Gluze, 2nd row: D. Kosuc, E. Williams, S. Youns, J. Zukowski, D. Herman. 3rd row: J. Deberry, R. Pursons, J. Juwndless, P. Vonie, P. Rumos, J. Burkell. 4th row: M. Reiser, T. Askins, F. Conner, J. Joint, S. Alex. Beatins only East High School, our JV football team closed with a 1- 4 record. Unlike the Varsity, they lacked leadership and experience, but they should have it next year. The defense overall looked good but the offense and special teams seem to hurt the little lions a great deal. Participation also hampered their performance. They started camp off with only 11 players. With the experienced sophomores and up coming freshmen, they should have a challenging season. Jerry Joint dashs for a short sain, while beins persued by defenders. Corry Harris chases the ball after a punt. SCOREBOARD AHS OPP Strong Vincent L W East W L Tech L W Prep L W McDowell L W _____ AN UPSETTING SEASON Ann Valerio scores one of her many runs. FOR THE LADY LIONS! Front: N. Green, y. Tate, B. Johnson, P. Callista, C. Dodson, S. Rawa, J. Wodarski Row 2: B. Wodarski, (assistant), A. Paskowski, K. Elletson, A. Valerio, S. Hosan, C. Wygant Row 3: Mr. Niebauer, K. Sittig, N. Thunberg, P. Kelso, I. Gregor, M. Marzka, M. Hughes This year's softball team had a disappointing year and did not perform to potential. We did, however, have some firsts”. This was the first year we played an Ohio school on a mounded field. (Softball fields are not sup- posed to have mounds.) One week we be- gan playing in 30 degree weather and ended in 90 degrees. We will miss Paula Callista's fielding and Beth Johnson's determination. Those returning with team experience are: Sharon Hogan, Lisa Gregor and Ann Valerio. Girls with one year's experience and great potential are: Paula Kelso, Allyson Paszk- owski, Kim Sittig, Kyn Elletson, Chris Wygant, Suzie Simmons, Kara Carone, Maggie Hughes, Michelle Kupczyk, Leigh Monschein, Natalie Thunberg and Kate Noonan. Next year will be a turnaround, if we play to our potential. AHS OPP Meadville 1 10 St. Benedict 9,14 19,3 East 18,5 19,22 Tech 6,14 8,15 Titusville 7 9 Villa 4,0 8,10 Vincent 2,1 8,11 MercyHurst 0,1 19,17 Ashtabula 5 22 McDowell 5,2 15,19 Varsity Record 1-16 Sharon Hogan waits impa- Paula Kelso dashes for tiently for the pitch. home. s o F T B A L L 95 V A R S I T y The 1985-86 Academy Varsity Baseball team had a fair season. They ended the year with a record of 7 wins, 9 losses and 1 tie. Among the 7 wins, the most impressive are the 8-0 shut out over General McLane and the 5-0 shutout against Vincent. The team was led by seniors, Tom Lynde, Mike Franz, Michael Malinkowski, Jim Ses- samen, Jeff Tevis, and Lou Vitale. Coached by Ron Severo and Ted DeSante, the Lions Finished the season with a Metro record of 5 wins and 7 losses. Next year looks promis- ing for the team as they will have many re- turning players along with new up and com- ing JV players. J. Sandusky throws another strike. 96 Front Row: R. Morgan, T. Cook, S. Benovic, T. Hess, T. Hilliard, T. Lynde, L. Vitale, G. Miller. Row 2: Coach DeSante, M. Pletz, J. Sandusky, D. Konieczki, M. Malinkowski, J. Sessamen, M. Franz, J. Tevis, D. Wygant, J. Neiner, Coach Severo. WASTE MANAGEME COMMRC1AL tftCUtntlAl ««M ■mmm 459-4731 £ Another hit for T. Lynde. J. Tevis rounds second base. M. Pletz races for the ball. KILA 166 Girard LeBoeuf G. McLane Oil City McDowell Vincent Prep Tech Mercyhurst East Vincent Prep Seneca Tech Mercyhurst East McDowell AHS OPP 5 9 10 10 8 0 0 7 1 11 5 0 1 6 5 0 4 5 6 1 2 11 6 12 6 5 2 1 8 6 3 2 2 10 B A S E B A L L T. Hess waits for the throw. Coach Severo discusses the same plan. 97 J V B A S E B A L L The Academy JV Baseball team finished the shortened 1985-86 season with a 2- 6 record. Due to bad weather, the team played only eight of its fifteen sched- uled games. Despite a shortened season and losing record, the lions demonstrated spirit and teamwork. These young players have the potential to become a winning team in the future. The pitcher winds up as J. Miller looks on. Front row: G. Daub, B. Mitchell, D. Slater, B. Sandusky, P. Vona, B. Nash, M. Lucas, J. Miller, Row 2: Coach DeSante, 8. Huey, D. Kosak, T Cook, J. Joint, G. Miller, R Morsan, D. Teel, P. Hissins, Coach Nick. Girard AHS 16 OPP 17 East 13 8 Vincent 2 10 Prep 4 3 McDowell 4 10 Tech 3 5 Prep 2 7 Mercyhurst 2 12 Run Bill, Run. G. Miller chooses his bat. 98 BOYS' AND GIRLS’ GOLF J. Miller, 8. Sandusky, G. yochim, Mr. Rob, D. Linhart, J. Tupek. Bill Sandusky shows his golf form. Greg Yochim wonders what happened to the ball. Tina Gilmore, Gussie Williams, Lisa Graham, Mr Rob AHS OPP Vincent 5 19 McDowell 4 20 Mercyhurst 16 1 2, 7,12 12 Prep 2 1 2, 4 2 1 2, 90 Tech 24, 13 0,9 Boy s golf looks promising next year with returning lettermen D. Linhart, G. Yochim, W. Sandusky, J. Miller and sophomore J. Tupek. Junior Darin Linhart had a record season with 8 wins and 2 loses. Although the girl's team experienced a win- less season this year, highest point winners were Tina Gilmore and Lisa Graham. Both Lisa Graham and Gussie Williams are return- ing for '87. Gussie Williams exhibits her golfing talents. 99 G I R L S’ STEFFANIE SMITH AND THE REST OF THE FRESHMEN Front Row: J. Bozza, B. Hosan, D. Nolan, L. Connor, y. Johnson, T. Jordan, R. Henderson, J. Ford Row Two: S. Odom, L. Lassman, S. Smith, A. Stovall, S. Stewart, G. Williams Row Three: Coach Vereb, R. Wayne, G. Connor, S. Norton, I. Carr, R. Bongiornio, C. Johnson, 8. Williams, J. Overton, P. Holmes, S. Barney, Coach Benson The Girls' Track team finished the 85-86 season with a 4-1 record in the Metro leasue, finishing 2nd to McDowell. The Lady Lions captured the team championship in both the Mercer and Fair- view Invitationals. The girls also finished 2nd to McDowell at the District Meet. The team was led by performances in the sprints with freshmen Steffanie Smith, Shawntrell Stew- art, and Jennifer Overton pacing the way. Smith was named MVP of the Metro Meet along with being named athlete of the week twice by the Erie Daily Times. She set 5 new school records, 3 new Metro records, and 4 new District records while finishing 2nd in the 200 meter dash and 3rd in the 100 meter dash at the State Meet. Outstanding performances in distance events were put in by Brenda Hogan, Jenny Bozza, and Becky Williams. Rosanne Wayne was one of the leading high jumpers in the Metro league with Tawana Jones making a strong showing in the long and triple jumps. Christine Johnson quali- fied for the State Meet in the discus by winning the District Championship in that event. Other outstanding throwers were Laura Lassman in jav- elin and Paulette Holmes in discus. AHS OPP General McLane 80 61 McDowell 94 47 East 116 23 Villa 97 44 Tech 103 38 Vincent 129 7 Mercer Invitational 143 Fairview Invitational 89 Lakeview Invitational 57 Metro Meet 162 District Meet 79 State Meet 15 Coaches: Elaine Benson Dan Vereb Paul Jericho 100 Roseanne Wayne successfully clears a high jump, with perfect form. T R A C K Teresa Jordan hands off baton to Jenny Bozza, with no problem. Jenny Bozza runs effortlessly in the 1600m relay. 101 BOYS CAPTURE CITY TITLE BUT NOT METRO! Front Row: S. Reinsel, W Parco, A. Tamplin, G. Myers, R. Goodwin, G. Matian, S. Ollie, G. Ollie, T. Shabaz, G. Bolden. Row 2: C. Krusser, B. Zawistowski, J. Stone, L. Gavin, L. Mimms, S. Herman, C. Holmes, D. Herman, J. Kroh, S. Spearman Row 3: S. Monoski, E. Wright, W. Troutman, E. Tate, G. Hooze, E. Blankney, D. Lucas, J. Marska. The 1986 Track team provided some thrills and spills throushout the spring season. Led by sen- iors Gary Myers, Lonnie Mims, Andre Lloyd, Mike Williams, James Lee, and Charles Holmes, the team posted a 4-2 record. In the 1986 edition of the Metro Meet, First place finishers were Andre Lloyd in the Discus, Gary Myers in the 100 Meter, Mike Williams in the 400 and both the 400 and 1600 meter relay teams. Darrick Lucas, after having knee surgery, took a surprising third in the triple jump. George Ollie gave a gutsy performance as he fell going over a hurdle in the 300m hurdles, rose to his feet, and still finished Fourth. In the District 10 meet, Mike Williams established a new District Record by winning the 400 meter run in 49.2 seconds. Not to be out done, Gary Myers also set a record when he ran the 200 me- ter Dash in 22.2 seconds. The 400 meter Relay team of Mims, Myers, Spearman, and Williams finished First with a time of 3:27.7. “RUN IT” AHS OPP GenMcLane 76 65 McDowell 35 115 East 73 68 Tech 76 71 Strong Vincent 96 53 Prep 63 88 Wille Parco floats on air, while long jumping. Glenn Bold shows perfect longing form. 102 George Ollie leads the pack during the 800m 103 c R O S S C O U N T R y BOYS' AND GIRLS' Junior Mariann Eckendorf chalked up numerous hon- ors this year as she was undefeated in dual meet competiton. She won the McDowell invitational, was third in Sectionals, second in Districts, and finished in 53rd place in the state meet at Penn State. Mariann was also named to the all-Metro Girls Cross-Country Team. Next year promises to be even better with the return of Mariann and the emergence of Theresa Salinas as a quality runner. Standout Marian Eckendorf leads the pack. Theresa Salinas keeps the competition their toes. Although our team had a losing season, spirit was high. The young team improved throughout the sea- son and with hard work, the team has a promising future. Cross-Country is a lonely sport, with few spectators, long miles and little glory. The determi- nation and improvement of our young team is to be commended. Jim Stome - The lonely runner. BOWLING ROLLS ALONG! Coached by Mrs. Brasinston, the Bowlins team had a successful year with 20 wins and 22 losses. They ended the season in 4th place. Seniors Fatima Connor with an aver- age of 125, and Lisa Gregor, with an average of 120, led this year's team. Seniors Christine Johnston and Cheryl Blakney bowled well with averages of 115 and 100. Sophomore Kim Sittig finished with a 115 average. With only one returning letterman next year, the Bowling team is recruiting more mem- bers. Even those who have never bowled before are encouraged to join the team. Fatima Connor, Christine Johnston, Kim Sittig, Lisa Gregor, Cheryl Blakney. Christine Johnston shows good form at the line. 105 Fatima Connor dries her hand before making an important spare B O y S’ TENNIS The Academy Boys' Tennis Team re- turned as city school's champs in 1986, beating Strong Vincent, East and Tech. The team also made a strong showing at District 10 Competition in Meadville with Will and John Knox reaching the semifi- nals in doubles. Led by the Knoxes, Alex Sperry, Steve Tolin and Bill Camp, the netters compiled a 5-5 season over all, and a respectable 3-3 in the metro league. Mr. Ghere has confidence in his boys. Did you suys see that thing! ' AHS OPP Girard 4 3 Gen. McLane 0 7 Tech Mem. 7 0 Prep 1 6 East 4 3 Gen. McLane 2 5 Mercyhurst 3 4 McDowell 1 6 Strong Vincent 6 1 Tech 6 1 106 The Academy Girls’ Tennis Team had a struggling season this year with only one victory over Strong Vincent and one loss that was due to default. The season end- ed with a disappointing overall record of 1-5. However, the lady lions, led by Coach Gleason, showed great talent. Players included: Freshman, Samantha Sperry; Sophmore, Brenda Piano,- Junior, Wendy Terhorst; and Senior, Kristen Potoker. Next year the ladies will return with more skill and determination. Kristen Potoker, Wendy Terhorst, Samantha Sperry, Brenda Piano. Kristen demonstrates a new type of tennis, with your eyes closed! Strong Vincent AHS 3 OPP 1 East 1 3 Mercyhurst 0 4 Villa 0 4 St. Ben's 2 2 Fairview 0 4 Wendy wonders if this is tennis or bowl- ins. No, you must have me confused with one of my sirlsl 1Cf7 B O y s SWIM TEAM NEEDS This year's Boys' and Girls' Swimming teams showed tremendous talent. Un- fortunately Coach Macey reports that the season was more a failure than a suc- cess due to a lack of swimmers. Aca- demy's teams were virtually ■'outnumbered” in all of their meets. Those that swam during the entire sea- son did well. All future swimmers are en- couraged to join next year's team. FRONT ROW: Paul Zimmer, Row 2: Chris Toth, Brian Wolff, John Williams, Harold Wilson, Row 3: Coach George Macey, Alex Sperry 108 Coach Macey discusses Alex's time. MORE SWIMMERS Front Row: M. Selker, K. Williams, P. Owens, B. Piano, Coach George Macey. 109 Karlene says, Aye Aye Captain! Waterpolo is an exceptionally de- manding sport, both physically and mentally. Although our score- board doesn't reflect a winning season, all the students who com- pleted the year are our winners . Front Row: Chris Resal, Tracy Pfeil, Fred Eirich; Row Two: Dan Grucza, Chris Toth, Dodie Pfeil, Matt Menzel, Mr. Blanchard AHS OPP Tech 5 20 McDowell 3 26 Prep 8 29 East 8 13 McDowell 2 24 Strong Vincent 4 19 Prep 0 5 Tech 5 17 Strong Vincent 7 21 East 13 11 Mr. Blanchard soes over the finer points. 110 Seneca AHS OPP 30 43 | Iroquois 27 40 1 ; Prep 10 58 f Mercyhurst 29 36 i ;. Girard 18 45 £ Gen. McLane 27 41 I Strong Vincent 6 58 ! Ashtabula 24 39 Oil City 13 51 Tech 29 42 McDowell 9 53 | North East 29 42 South Western, NY 9 54 . East 36 27 Front Row: Coach Wayne, Mark Reiser, Mike Higgins, Sean Spinelli, Coach Hathaway. Row 2: Scott Ambrose, Jeff Marzka, Fred Johnson. Row 3: Darye Herman, Steve Marzka. Row 4: Melvin Crosby, Sylvester Ollie, Rob Hecky. Missing: Will Parco, Pete Ramas. Mel closing in on the attack! Mike Higgins always wrestles with someonel The Academy 86-87 Wrestling team consisted of both returning and new talent. Returning wrestlers included: Senior Sylvester Ollie, 69 points; and heavyweight Melvin Crosby, 112 points. This year's new members were Sophomore Mike Higgins, 45 points; and Freshman Sean Spinelli, 36 points. Our team showed great spirit while gaining new experience this year under Coach Hathaway's leadership. Next year we look forward to a determined team. w R E S T L I N G in V o L L E y B A L L LION SPIKERS LOOK AHEAD Opponent AHS Tech won St. Ben s won Villa lost Vincent lost East lost McDowell lost Mercyhurst lost Tech won St. Ben s won Villa lost Vincent won East won McDowell lost Mercyhurst won Season Record: 7 Wins 7 Losses Metro League Standing: 4th Place out of 8 ill 1 Christine Johnson Gives it her all. Front Row: M. House, A. Stovall, P. Holmes, M Shotts, L. Thompson. Row 2: H. Morrison, K. Klemm, L Konieczki, C. Wysant, C. McKane. Row 3: F. Gates (Msr), B. Johnson, H. Miller, A. Evans, B. Wayne, M. Buchko, C. Johnson, L Gresor, Miss. Benson (Coach). The Girls' volleyball team ended their 1986 season with a 7-7 record and a 4th place finish in the 8-team metro league. The starting line-up consist- ed of three seniors: M. Buchko, L. Gregor, and C. Johnson; anthree sopho- mores; L. Konieczki, C. McKane, and C. Wygant. First year player R. Wayane saw a lot of action coming in off the bench. The team started slowly with a 2-5 record after the first round of play, then improved dramatically with a 5-2 record in the 2nd half of the sea- son. The team finished with its best record and standing in five years. With eleven girls returning from this year's squad, the outlook is promising for the 1987 Lady Lion Spikers. Cheryl thinks, The ball is just a little too high. 112 STUDENTS EDGE OUT TEACHERS BY ONE! Mr. Zonno cheers his team on. Pat Zukowski shoots the winnins bas- Mr. Lute blocks the pass, ket. In this year's game Academy students proved they weren't too young to know a trick or two and the teachers weren't too old to show their stuff. We look forward to next year's match when the teachers try to recap- ture the title. Score 25-24 113 s T U D E N T F A C U L T y ACADEMY BOYS TAKE METRO Front Row: Manasers: S. Demyanovich, J. DeBerry, D. Morrison, D. Glass, T. Hillard. Row 2: Coach Paul Demyanovich Asst Coach Jim Fisher, W. Wall, M. Jones, M. Jones, R. McDonald, C. Willaims, C. Barney, K. Williams, M. Jenkins D. Jordan S Spear- man, Asst. Tom Whalen. ' Mike Jenkins takes a short break before the ball is in play. 114 Curtis Barney shoots a jumper over his 6'6' defender. Steve Spearman and Kevin William display Academy's unbreakable press. William Wall shoots his almost perfect jumper. The 1986-87 roaring Academy Lions under the leadership of 8th year coach Paul Demyanovich again captured the Erie Metro League Champion- ship. They immediately began defending their '85- '86 Districts 10 PA. AAA Championship which they won twice. The Lions have an all senior line-up in Steve Spear- man, Michael Jenkins, Kevin Williams, Michael Jones, Curtis Barney and 6th man, Junior, Wille Wall. Kevin Williams leads the Lion Scoring machine with a 19 point average per game and is nearing the 1200 point career total. He has already been nomi- nated to the 1987 McDonald's High School All- American Game. He also has a great possibility of being chosen for the Dapper Dan Classic in Pitts- burgh. Other key members of the team are top rebounder and 1000 career scorer, Curtis Barney, and Assist leader Steve Spearman. YOUNG LIONS HAVE DISAPPOINTING SEASON D. Teel, S. Williams, D. Callihan, Coach Jim Fisher, R. McDonald, S. Alex, M. Gardner Robert McDonald shoots over several defenders. Steve Williams displays determination in shooting his jumper. 16 A FAIR PERFORMANCE FOR THE LADY LIONS Jennifer Kupczyk passes the ball to Wawa' Toran. Last minute coaching is a tradition in Academy's game plan. Front Row: Coach Paul Prezpierski. Row 2: K. Higgins, T. Baily, J. Kupczyk, A. Paszkowski. Row 3: S. Toran, H. Miller, V. Gor- don. The Academy Girls' JV basketball team was off to a fast start this year winnins their first five sames. The Li Lions did hit a streak of bad luck when they lost four metro games in a row. Nevertheless, they finished with a successful record of 11 wins and 10 losses. This year's team included: Allyson Pasykowski, Holly Miller, Jenny Kupczyk, Kelly Higgins, Serwaa Toran, Tomeika Bailey, Samantha Sperry and Yvette Gordon. As a team, the Lionettes displayed great offensive fire power and they tallied 676 markers for the season. Four girls managed to reach the century mark. Allyson Paszkowski led all scores with 188 points. Following closely were Holly Miller with 142 marks, Kelly Higgins, 127 points, and Jenny Kupczyk with 102 points. Defensively, Serwaa Toran was a devastating shot. 117 SEASON FOR THE LADY LIONS! AN IMPRESSIVE Monique and Samone show teamwork is important. Nancy patiently awaits an upcomins pass. Jennifer shoots a perfect free throw. Or did she? Monique warms up at the foul line. 118 ■ The Academy Girls' Varsity Basketball team ended their season with a record of 7-7 in the Metro League and a record of 11 -11 overall. One of these wins in- cluded an impressive upset over St. Benedicts. The team also captured the City Title. Seniors Roseanne Wayne and Jennifer Virgilio led the Lady Lions. Both girls were elected to the City All-Star Team. Ro- seanne was also elected for the Iroquios Tournament Team. Rounding out the rest of the ball club are se- nior Jeannette Bingham,- juniors, Saprina Cooper, Heather Murray, Nancy Russo, Laura Lassman, and Samone Norton. Sophomores Holly Miller and Ally- son Paszkowkski also helped a great deal. Coach Dan DiTullio and Assistant Paul Petrianni are looking for- ward to next year. Three returning starters and other returning lettermen promise a winning season. Academy's offensive players jos back to their defensive posi- tions. 119 TEAM SPIRIT STUNTS PERFORMANCE Front Row: C Barney, A. Gamble, J. Marzka, T. Valerio, S. Menosky, $ Spearman: 2nd Row: C. Harris, M. Jekins, R. Heck, S. Herman, T. Hillard D. Wygant, TTMartin: 3rd Row: T. Cook, J. Harris, D. Brady, L. Gavin, Bob Morgan, D. Jordan, C. Martin: 4th Row: Matt Reiser, Brian Alex Alex Glaz, Jerry Zaffino, P. Vona, Daryhl Herman, Jeff Scully, John Deberry: 5th Row: John Burkell, Dana Koscak, R. Morris, T. Jordan, Ron Otteni. Team Captains: Steve Menosky; Tom Valerio; John Marzka; Curtis Barney Academy's high flying offense in play against Prep. 120 Academy's football team has won the city title two years in a row. Seniors Curtis Bar- ney and John Marzka were co-captains this year. Curtis accepted a full ride scholar- ship to Pitt University. Both John Marzka and Steve Menosky will go to Westminister Col- lege. Art Gamble played first team defense and was All City middle line backer. Mike Jenkins, defensive halfback, played an es- pecially great game against Tech coming from behind to win 21 -20. Tom Valerio, also All City” was a great de- fensive player. Other All City players in- cluded Steve Spearman, Dennis Brady, and Donnell Jordan. Bob Heck played outstand- ing defense leading in tackles. 11, Mike Jenkins, along with Steve Spearman, crunches Tech's runner in the backfield while Curtis Barney watches. Scot Herman, center and line backer,- Jay Harris, defensive back; and reserve quarter- back Tim Cook, all had a terrific season. The team looks for a young and strong team next year. T. Hillard overpowers Tech's blocks. 121 Academy's defense stumps over Prep's Offense. B O y S’ s o c c E R Steve Williams, Alex Lewinser, Tony DeSante, Chris Casella, Brenton Stouffer, Rob Ert, Scott Ross: Row 2: Dan- iella Ciminella, Coach Antonino Loverso, Paul Zimmer, Alex Sperry, Dave DeSante, William Knox, Andre Tamplin, Jason Kroh, Sammy Rossi Missing - Chris Majerik, Mike Hoffman, Sean Spinelli, Joe McClintock Will Knox-Portrait of an intense player. Alex Sperry Challenges the opposing team s de- fense. The Boys' Soccer Team completed its first season as an officially sanc- tioned squad in the Metro League. The team finished the year under Coach Antonino Loverso, with a 2- 14 record. Their standings did them no justice considering their high cali- bre of play, especially in the first half of the season. The lions defense controlled most of their opponents with outstanding play by Goalie, Brenton Stouffer; Full backs, Paul Zimmer, Dave DeSante, Chris Majerik and Jason Kroh; and Halfbacks, Alex Sperry and Will Knox who were also offensive forces. The offensive attack was headed by Striker, Andre Tamplin, and wings Alex Lewinger and Chris Casella. In- juries to key forwards Joe McClin- tock and Freshman Sean Spinelle hurt the lions ability to control the ball. With the graduation of five sen- iors, the lions will need a recruitment of young talent for next year if they are to improve their standing. 122 BETTER LUCK NEXT YEAR Standing: Coach Bonnie Wodarski, D. Briggs, K. Hill, A. Guilianelli, S. Hogan, B Hogan, B. Williams, D, Gausman, K. Elletson, E. Cahill. Kneeling: J. Bruschi, L. Lassman, J. Gornall. Another enthusiastic pre-game warm up. Academy had its first Girls’ Soccer Team this year. After overcoming a few obstacles, and with the support of the boys' team, we finished with a 2-5-1 record. Since we are losing only one senior, the outlook is positive for next year's team. Outstanding players this year were Janet Bruschi, Sharon Hogan, Brenda Hogan, Kelli Hill, Debbie Briggs, Diane Gausman, Erin Cahill, Becky Williams, Jennifer Gornall, Amy Guilianelli, and Kim Ellitson with Laura Lassman and Allyson Pazkowski as goalies. One, two, three, kick ... G I R L S’ s o c c E R Row 1: J. Gornall, D. Gausman, M. Owens, H. Jones, A. Fromknecht, N. Thunberg, J. Lehman, B. Wolff, J. Walker, W. Parco, Row 2: T. Tate, M. Klemm, J. Frantz, D. Grace, D. Fox, R. Eckendorf, M. Plonski, J. Kroh, J. Niener, R. Eckendorf, S. Dodson, S. Wolf, C. Lute (Instructor); Row 3: S. Benovic, J. Pierzinski, C. White, H. Honard, R. Sutton. R C H E S T R A Row 1: L. Wadell, V. Booser, J. Gehrlein, S. Speary, S. Inman, V. Lasky, K. Wright, P. Zewe, W Parco, C. Cocco, C. Vaughn, T. Erisman, S. Wolfe, C. Eirich, S. Dodson, Row 2: J. Pierzinski, D. Kosak, J. Russo, R. Eckendorf, R. Eckendorf, D. Voltz, S. Benovic, A. Fromknecht, C. Lute (Instructor). 126 D A N C E L I N E Row 1: Captains: J. Eppolito, J. Bruschi; Row 2: J. Bozza, J. Sinicki, K. Smith, S. Burkell, S. Wolfe, Row 3: S. Hansbrew, J. Madera, J. Wentz, T. Talbert, P. Owens, K. Cornelia, J. Wozniak. C O L O R G U A R D Row 1: Captains: S. Dodson, W. Peskorski; Row 2: M. Dausherty, S. Becker, S. Best, T. Becker, C. Eirich, J. Zelewski, C. Amendola, M. Rohrbach, L. Ellenberger; Row 3: K. Clark, C. Baldwin, B. Sweeney, V. Booser, B. Anderson, T. Rupbert, R. Williams, K. Brown. 1987 MARCHING Front Row: M. Selker, J. Young, P. Owens, J. Sinicki, K. Smith, T. Talbert, S. Wolfe, J. Wozniak, J. Wentz, M. Selker. Row 2: K. Clark, R. Sutton, M. Honard, A. Skol, R. Hart, K. Loomis, T. Lipinski, L. Waddell, D. Gausman, C. Cocco, D. Kosak, R. Burford, K. Hinkle, S. Tolin, D. Fairfield, D. Pastuha, J. Russo, T. Fairfield, C. White. Row 3: R Williams, B. Sweeney, S. Becker, S. Best, J. Braggins, J. Zalewski, T. Becker, K. Cornelia, J. Bozza, J. Bruschi, J. Eppolito, S. Burkell, J. Madara, D. Beatman, E. Cahill, L. Ellenberger, M. Rohrbach, T. Salyers, C. Baldwin, P. Zewe, w. Peskorski, M. Winiarczyk, S. Dodson, S. Hansbrew. Row 4: K. Brown, C. First, H. Honard, S. Simmons, S. Gornall, T Baxter, J. Rizzo, B. Brown, K. Callihan, C. Tibbits, J. Gehrlein, S. Inmann, K. Wright, L. Madara, A. Major, L. Notly, B. Dodson, D. Briggs, A. Guillianelli, B. Anerson. Row 5: V. Booser, B. Sins, M. Owens, K. Lommis, 128 LIONS T. Hart, J. Williams, W. Parco, B. Wolff, J. Walker, J. Gornall, J. Lehman, S. Spencer, K. Washill, H. Jones, P. Kelso, M. Bradish, L. Travers, S. Pheasant, C. Amendola. Row 6: K. Clark, J. Skol, J. Blanchard, D. Grace, D. Fox, R. Eckendorf, T. Hilliard, S. Delp, C. Jones, J. Franz, K. Pude, T. Tate, M. Klemm, T. Salinas, C. Vaughn, A. Fromknecht, N. Thunberg, I Daub, D. Briggs, T. Rupert. Row 7: M. Daugherty, T. Adleff, C. Carson, J. Niener, R Eckendorf, K. Kindle, B. Dias, J. Kroh, D. Callihan, M. Plonski, P. Seaman, S. Benovic, J. Pierzinski, D. Voltz, M. Scharrer, B. Fisher, B. Williams, J. Sandusky, C. Eirich. The band competed locally in a to- tal of seven competitions which included the LMBA (Lakeshore Marching Band association) Cham- pionship, where the band walked off with everything as Grand Champions! On the national level, the band competed at the MBA (Marching Bands of America) Re- gional held in Akron Ohio, Novem- ber 1, 1986, and once again trav- eled to the Hoosier Dome in India- napolis for the MBA Grand Cham- pionships. The band performed at every home football game, al- ways bringing the crowd to their feet. But the band's season did not end here. On March 28,1987, the band left for their week-long stay in St. Petersburg, Florida. The band was chosen solely to repre- sent Pennsylvania in the Festival of the States. This is a very presti- gious event and only the best bands attend. While in Florida the band was invited to perform in Disney World. Congratulations 1987 Marching Lions! 129 GIRLS’ CHORUS Patreece Henderson, Jeannette Bingham,Lisa Howze, Veronica Gavin, Robin Lata, Charmaine Green, Lori Shaffer, Debra Green, Tracy Vogt, Rosheemah Henderson, Paula Williams, Taiyana Woodward, Angela Cuzzola, Jackie Elston Row 2: Deltheia Nolen Cheryl Blakney, Laurie Behr, Valerie Engelleiter, Jenni Burns, Wendy Peskorski, Stacey Szoszorek, Becky Undey, Jennie Minnis, Lora Ferry Katrina Pietkiewicz, Mildred Santiago, Mary Bishop, Mamie Thompson, Jennifer Zalewski. Row 3: Shannon Davis Janita Williams Natasha Hurt, Tenisha Lomax, Sharia Mendenhall, Diane Bankhead, Paula Kelso, Billie Ann Hall, Jennifer Madara, Chrissy Salsbury Rosetta Stovall, Tomeika Bailey, Tinya Mickel, Sherese Hansbrew. Row 4: Kelly Williams, Yvette Gordan, Tanya Mickel, Melissa Rohrbach, Monique Clinton, Ivory Payton, Faith Holloway, Maggie Thompson, Alicia Cooley, Dora Garcia, Carolee Scholl Jodi Wil- liams, Liz Longley, Sherita Coleman, Angie Dixon. CONCERT CHOIR Front Row Rhonda Henderson, Brenda Diven, Ann Valerio, Tiffany Henderson, Fred Eirich, Dan Grucza, Marshall Nicks, Jarriel Hunter, Mike Griffin, April Fatica, Armanda Stovall, Jackie Elston, Tanya Baldwin, Vicki Waite. Row 2: Daprina Nolen, Sonnet Tate, Tammy Carmichael, Veronica Gavin, Cassandra Crockett, Penny Griffin, Michelle Lohse, Tim Cook, Shane Henderson Jeff Spencer, Pat Moffett, Bob Valimont, Lytonia McMillian, Kate Brown, Sharia Mendenhall, Lisa Johnson. Row 3: Rose Hoovler, Helen Lewandowski, Heather Ford, Brenda Camp, yvette Jones, Stephanie Crockett, Steve Spearman, Brendon Fredricks' Tyrone Howze, Todd Stephans, Glenn Bolden, Darnell McLaurin, Gloria Smith, Melinda Larkin, Sherita Coleman, Latonya Cooley Row 4 Chris Steffy, Kelly Williams, Chris Johnson, Tina Barnes, Scot Jackson, David Tate, Louis Gavin, Sylvester Ollie, Frankie Connor, Marshall Jones, Robert Burford, Ron Williams, Sean McGuire, Fatima Connor, Felicia Gates, Ivory Payton, Ramona Hen- derson, Missy Jones. 130 HILLTOP SINGERS Front Row: Ivory Payton, Maria Ronzetti, Rhonda Henderson, Wendy Morrison, Tanya Baldwin. Row 2: Brenda Diven, Trenayce Talbert, Tiffany Henderson, Kelli Hill, Ann Valerio, Lisa Mills, Jarriel Hunter. Row 3: Robert Valimont, Rob Heck, Shane Henderson, Syvester Ollie. Row 4: David Tate, Darnell McLaurin, Noel Vaughn, Steve Spearman. ACADEMY TOP TWENTY Front Row: Rhonda Henderson, Penny Griffin, Fred Eirich, Dan Grucza, Mike Griffin, Sharia Mendenhall, Armanda Stovall, Tanya Baldwin. Row 2: Cassandra Crockett, Tiffany Henderson, Michelle Lohse, Tyrone Howze, Shane Henderson, Robert Valimont, Darnell McLaurin, Lytonia McMillian, Missy Jones. Row 3: Chris Johnson, Scot Jackson, Ron Williams, Bob Burford, Sean McGuire, Ivory Payton. STUDENT SENATE Front Row: Mr. Skol, K. Filiger, M. Lohse, H. Wilson, K. Callihan, G. Papucci, M. Selker, D. Blose, D. Ciminella, B. Anderson, T. DeSante, L. Hasbrouck, M. Owens, Row 2: C. Watson, D. Kretz, J. Elston, T. Beason, B. Zawistowski, J. Hogan, A. Valerio, K. Hills, S. Menosky’ T. Ferry, J. Bruschi, J. Sinicki, V. Booser, W. Parco, A. Lewinger, Row 3: S. Scharrer, T. Howze, M. Jones, T. Dovishaw, T. Schabazz C. Regal, L. Kanacki, L. Gregor, M. Kupczyk, J. Marzka, M. Hoffman, M. Hughes, R. Neijelski, S. Benovic, J. Zimmer, T. Hilliard, M. Ronzetti' M. Seelinger, J. Lander. STUDENT SENATE OFFICERS 132 Front Row: Mr. Skol, Advisor; Row 2: A. Skol, Treasurer,- A. Sperry, Vice-President; Row 3: T. Hilliard, Presi- dent; M. Seelinser, Secretary. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Row 1: G. Papucci, Treasurer; Mrs. Campbell, Advisor, I. Payton, Secretary. Row 2: D. DeSante, President, Fred Eirich, Vice-President. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Front Row: R. Henderson, President. Row 2: A. Valerio, Vice-President, B. Hosan, Secre- tary; B. Diven, Treasurer. The Senior Class Officers have spon- sored a various number of activities and fundraisers that have been very successful. These include the sale of senior sweatshirts and candy. They also held a Toga Dance which high- lighted the year. They have done a wonderful job in representing the Se- nior Class and the Yearbook Staff would like to wish them lots of luck in the future. The Junior Class Officers for the 1987-88 school year led a fund raising drive to lower the cost for the prom. They were aided by Mrs. Bend- er and Mr. Quirk. With the help of all the juniors, the sale was a great suc- cess. President, Rhonda Henderson should be commended for her efforts throughout the year. Now that the fund raising is over they will begin to plan for that special night that the ju- niors and seniors will always remem- ber. 133 The 1986-87 High-Q team had an unsuccessful sea- son, competing in only one match. They lost this match which eliminated them from competing for the rest of the season. Mr. Hiney is team advisor and spends his time preparing the team members for their stiff competition. New members will be needed for next year be- cause the majority of this year’s team were seniors. Better luck next year! HIGH - Q Front Row: C. Johnson, D. Ciminella, L. Hogan, Mr. Hiney. Row 2: B. Stouffer, B. Camp, B. Schontz, J. Krihwan, J. Rawa, J. Hogan. N, H. S. The National Honor Society is a group of outstanding students who maintain a 3.5 or higher grade point average and show excellent leadership, char- acter and service. Mr. Niebauer is ad- visor,- David DeSante conducts meet- ings that are held before homeroom once a month. The object of this chap- ter is to create enthusiasm for scholar- ship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to prompt worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character. This year the NHS has of- fered a tutoring program for those stu- dents needing help with certain sub- jects. Front Row: K. Whitford, K. Callihan, M. Buchko. Row 2: J. Rawa, M. Plonski, P. Zimmer, D. DeSante. Row 3: Mr. Niebauer, advisor. ENTREPRENEUR CLUB Front Row: B Camp, P. Zimmer, A. Sperry, K. Callihan, T. Hilliard. Row 2: L. Barto, C. Tibbitts, T. Baily, L. Thompson, R. Manus, S. Mendenhall, B. Hogan, M. Hughes, L. Monshein, J. Walker. Row 3: C. Blakney, J. Virgilio, G. Robar, D. Nolan, S. Fowler, C. Cooley, T. DeSante, M. Hoffman, L. Gregor, S. Herman. Row 4. N. Russo, N Thundburgh, M. Sira, J. Papucci, M. Lauderbaugh, K. Doxey, T Gillmore, D. DeSante, D. Oblinski, J. Neiner, S. Benovic. Row 5: C. Martin, T. Pheil, D. Pheil, T. Amendola, F. Eirich, D. Camp, M. Clinton, A. Gamble, T. Ferry, B. Wolff, J. Bruzinski. MODEL U.N. Front Row: T. DeSante, C. Steffy, T. Salinas, H. Ford. Row 2: P. Hooper, H. Lewendowski, D. DeSante, D. Glass, F. Eirich. Row 3: M. Anderson, K. Potoker, S. Henneise. Model U.N. was very suc- cessful for Academy as they represent- ed Kenya at the 34th Annu- al Gannon United Nations General As- sembly. They will represent Zimbabwe, Senegal and Zaire this spring at a sim- ilar assembly in Cleveland. We commend this year's chair- persons David DeSante and Helen Lewan- doski, and their delegations for their leadership qualities and concern about world affairs. 135 FRENCH CLUB Front Row: Secretary: Melisa Manosky, Vice-President: Julie Zimmer, President: Charles lochner, Treasurer: Carol Martin, Advisor. Mrs. Grode. Row 2: Michele Krantz, Gretchen Hanson, Kim Sittig, Heather Murray, Michelle Lohsa, Lisa States! Row 3: Pam Szymanowski, Melissa Tingley, Melissa White, Harold Wilson, Dennis Brady, Jack Sandusky, Darrell Kretz, Tammy Graves, Karrie Martin, Sandra Holdsworth. GERMAN CLUB Front Row: Mr. R. Miller, Advisor, A. Bird, J. Lander, L. Lassman, K. Washill, D. Ciminella, G. Hansen, L. Dombrowski, M. Honard, M. Klemm, R. Klofft, S. Denning, T. Barnett. Row 2: G. Miller, E. Hiney, W. Knox, S. Herman, J. Caldwell, J. Hogan, J. Lehman, R. Fisher, K. Smith, D. Briggs, M. Selker, K. Clark, T Putnam, C. Kindle, T. Hart, C. Scholl Row 3: A. Glaz, C. Majerik, D. Herman S. Miller i Blanchard, J. Stone, G. Blair, A. Brukardt, K. Loomis, W. Shontz, M. Selker, J. Rawa, C. First, J. Krihwan, T Shontz, A. Hales D Pfeil 136 COMPUTER CLUB Front Row: Charlotte Brown, Cresta Bell. Row 2: Janine Caldwell, Mike Woodard, Lydia Dombrowski. Row 3: Paul Senan. Row 4: Wesley Barth, Mr. Niebauer (advisor), Shawn Henneise. Missing: Mike Kosiorek, William Camp, Andrew Skol, Tyont Shabazz. The computer club, advised by Mr, Niebauer, is entered in na- tional competitions on the inter- mediate and senior levels. The head of the intermediate level is Charlotte Brawn. Shawn Henneise heads the senior level. Remaining students on the intermediate level include: Cresta Bell, Lydia Dom- browski, and Jannine Caldwell. The remaining students on the se- nior level are: Wesley Barth, Wil- liam Camp, Mike Kosiorek, Mike Woodard, and Tyont Shabazz. The national competition, Ameri- can Computer Science League, takes place in March. The students have to solve programs within a designated time limit. Academy is the only school besides Franklin Regonal High School to compete in this competition in the Erie County Area. The Computer Club meets once a week. Besides prac- ticing for their competitions, they learn how to care for and maintain computers. Wesley Barth is presi- dent. The vice-president is Tyont Shabazz, with Janine Caldwell as secretary. DRAMA CLUB Front Row: Mr. Skol. Row 2: C. Jones, H. Murry, M. Lohse, L. Dombrowski, T. Salinas, C. Steffy, V. Skinner, G. Hansen, C. Von. Row 3: S. Moffett, S. Tibbitts, V. Enselleiter, K. Brown, J. Caldwell, M. White, R. Burford. AFRO-AMERICAN CLUB Front Row: D. Tate, C. Bolden, D. Nolan, D. McLaurin, R. Shaw. Row 2: T. Henderson, S. Overton, D. Nolan, P. Beason, D. Carr, D. Mclaurin, S. Stewart, J. Elston, T. Jordan, D. Blakney, F. Branson, M. Bell, C. Rosendary, Mrs. Holman. Row 3: Y. Jones, T. Hansbrew, R. Henderson, L. Gamble, S. Smith, S. Joyce, M. Thompson, T. Hasberry, J. Williams. Row 4: C. Crockett, J. Losan, L. McMillian, T. Barnes, L. Cooley, T. Gilmore, S. Spearman, A. Gamble, L. William, D. Lucas, S. Ollie, A. Cooley, D. Rosendary. Row 5: C. Blakney, J. Harden, T. Woodard, S. Crockett, M. Jones, M. Clinten, S. Toran, D. Boyd, L. Lomax, R Wayne, D. Tate, M. Jones, J. Wayne, D. Lucas, C. Wright. THE STAR Front Row: J. Orlando, J. Wandless, R. Morrison, T. DeSante. Row 2: R. Shaw, A. Meyers, M. Buchko, A. Sperry, L Gresor, P. Zimmer. Row 3: S. Tibbitts, S. Krauchen, M. Ronzitti, K. Potoker, B. Stouffer, C. Majerik, Mr. Paper Ferrara, R. Niejelski. The 1986-87 Star staff is considerably larger than last year’s group. As usual they remain a hard working group of dedicated journalists. Advisor Mr. Ferrara, editor Paul Zimmer, and assistant ed- itors Lia Gregor and Alex Sperry have continued to maintain the Star's high journalistic standard. A new look has appeared this year in the form of the bi-weekly Star Journal. This supplemental publication has become very popular at Acad- emy due to its interesting and timely articles. 139 The Happy Ad Box - Looking lonesome. The 1987 Academe Staff wants to pro- duce one of the best yearbooks in Academy history. A C A D E M E The beginning of the year started out pretty rough having to break in a new advisor and having to train many new staff members. But, after everyone settled down, things began to run smoothly, and we really began to work. Unfortunately, next year we will again be losing quite a few members of our staff and will be looking for new train- ees. So, if you are interested, don't be afraid to let us know. Chris Steffy wonders, Why me?” The staff takes time out to relax. WO John tries to raise Carol's spirits. Seniors take a minute to smile pretty. 141 VARSITY OF 86 Front Row: Lisa Mills, Sherita Coleman. Row 2. Jenny Burns, Rhonda Henderson. Row 3: Captain, Tiffany Henderson, Stephanie Crock- ett. GO MIGHTY LIONS Front Row: Rhonda Henderson, (mascot) Erica Wurst, Captain Tiffany Hen- derson. Row 2. Sonya Barney, Lisa Daniels, Jenny Burns, Lisa Mills. Row 3: Christine Johnson, Sherita Coleman. JV CHEERLEADERS Front Row: (sitting) S. Hunt, M. Johnson. Row 2: J. Pitzer, V. Laskey, N. Vogel, L. Ferry. Row 3: Y. Jones, J. Zirkle, R. Henderson. Row 4: S. Tu- cholski, P. Henderson, S. Sarti. 'Hooray for our captains!” 143 Front Row: S. Tucholski. Row 2: S. Hunt, M. Johnson. Row 3: L. Ferry. FOREIGN EXCHANGE Row 1: Mr. Niebauer, T. Hilliard, M. Woodard, K. Kaminski, J. Sandusky, J. Kriwan. Row 2: M. Dausherty, J. Eppolito, L. Daub, C. Scholl, D. Grace, J. Lander, Missing: T. Lipinski. Academy High is very proud to be a part of foreign exchange and to repre- sent Academy and Erie, PA. This sum- mer eleven of Academy's students will be accompanied by Mr. Niebauer to MOnster West Germany. These stu- dents are one of sixteen groups going overseas throughout the United States. Students from Immanuel-Kant Gymnasium will spend three weeks in Erie as part of the exchange. While in Erie the German students will attend classes as well as take several trips to local Erie businesses and also a trip to Niagra Falls, Canada.The exchange ex- perience is an exciting and enriching opportunity to grow and experience new exciting cultures. The time spent as an exchange student is a part of your life which can never be erased. GERMANY HERE WE COME: 144 HORTICULTURE CLUB Row 1: K. Bukowski, 8. Camp, A. Valerio, J. Watson, R. Wayne, P. Moffet, C. Brown. Row 2: Mr. Simitoski, C. Toth, C. Palotas, T. Hess, M. Hickenbottom, M. Anderson, R. Summerville Row 3: R. Maloney, M. Strohm, J. McClintock. Amon9 Academy’s many clubs the Chess Club stands out as one of the most chal- lenging. This club is made up of ten students, supervised and instructed by Mr. Nieb- auer. They took First Honors at the Boys Club Tourna- ment and hope to follow their starting luck in future tournaments. The Chess Club officers are: President, Shawn Henneise, Speaker, Paul Seman and Secretary, Harold Wilson. CHESS CLUB Row 1: L. Hogan, T. Shabazz, J. Sandusky, L. Dombrowski, S. Tolin. Row 2: H. Wilson, P. Seman, R. Ferrante. Standing: W. Barth, Mr. Niebauer, S. Henneise. 145 ACADEME REPRESENTATIVES Front Row: K. Hayes, K. Washill, D. Ciminella, M. Hoffman, M. Hushes, M. Kupczyk, L. Gresor, M. Ronzitti Row 2: P Henderson, T. DeSante, L Dombrowski, M. Selker, K. Callihan, K. Hill, J. Kupczyk, C. Vahey, J Bragsins, Row 3: V. Glover, G. Daub, J. Hogan, F. Eirich, G. Papucci, J. Glass, B Anderson, B. Dotson, V. Booser, D Blose Row 4: T. Hilliard, C. Regal, J. Russo, C. Johnson, T. Shabazz, J Marzka, S. Menosky, T. Flick, R. Niejelski, S. Benovic AVA oo Front Row: S. Tibbitts, W. Scott, J. Pierzynski. Row 2: R. Eckendorf, A. Fromknecht, Mr. C. Lute. SENIOR ADVANCED PLACEMENT Front Row: P. Zimmer, P. Sessamen, C. Regal, D. Lucas, T. Shabazz, C. Wright, Row 2: M. Woodard, S. Hogan, M. Selker, P. Griffin, K. Potoker, L. Hogan, C. Steiner, K. Kaminski, D. Blose, G. Johnston, L. Monschein, M. Hughes, R. Ferrante; Row 3: M. Bird, M. Siira, N. Vaughn, K. Witford, B. Hickenbottom, H. Wilson, N. Thunberg, W. Shontz, H Lewandowski, C. Johnson, D. DeSante, K. Carone, M. Hoffman, L. Gregor, M. Plonski, S. Tolin; Row 4: F. Connors, B. Hart, M. Kosiorek, B. Camp, T. Fairfield, W. Barth, S. Henneise, S. Menosky, N. Lochner, J. Marzka, A. Sperry, S. Herman, D. Frost, S. Benovic, J. Krihwan, J. Rawa, M. Buchko, R. Burford. JUNIOR ADVANCED PLACEMENT Front Row: T. Salanis, K. Cornelia, L. Lassman, J. Bruschi, R Henderson, C. Fowler, D. Camp, K. Wright, K. Clark. Row 3: K. Jankows- ki, H. Honard, M. Owens, G. Daub, N. Schaaf, A. Lewinger, J. Lander, W. Parco, P. Nut. Row 4: P. Conn, D. Bug, K. Noonan, L Straight, B. Huey, B Staupher, W. Knox, C. Majerik, D. Frost, y. Knot. GRADUATION ‘86 Today we'll start a new life and we’ll say our last goodbyes to all the friends we've srown to love with whom we've laushed and cried remembering the fun and laughter the problems and the fears and watching all our memories grow throughout our school years. the memories of the banquets and the new friends that we've met. Vacations, teachers, talkins and exams we'd rather forset. Yes school days are precious but brief where all your dreams come true. It is not the besinning of a life we'll start anew PROGRAM Processional March - Pomp and Circumstance''..................Edward Elgar Academy High School Band, Mr. Charles Lute, Director Star Spangled Banner”........................................... Key-Smith Graduating Class, Concert Choir, Band, Audience Pledge of Allegiance...................................... Graduating Class Audience and Class remain standing for the invocation Invocation - “Follow Rain and Rivers ........................ Robert Gielas Academy High School Concert Choir, Mrs. Brenda Dolwick, Director THEME: The past always seems brighter When our future is uncertain- Yet uncertainty breeds desire Soon followed by success- If this desire is strong enough To survive and exist- Our generation will be forever Noted as one marked by progress- Should we stand still in time And try to relive our life again What mountains can we climb If we re too afraid to begin? Progress is a dream In which we all succeed Progress is what I'm after Would you like to come with me? Oliver S. Marc Welcome......................... President of the Senior Class - Paula Callista Choir Selection - Like An Eagle ............................Carl Strommen Academy High School Concert Choir, Mrs. Brenda Dolwick, Director SPEAKERS: WALLACE JOHN KNOX III JOHN MAJERIK VALERIE LEGO JEANNINE WODARSKI Band Selection - Majestica ............................ James Swearinger Presentation of Awards........................Mr. Donald J. Zonno, Principal Commencement Remarks................................... Mr. Andrew Paykos, Superintendent of Schools Presentation of Diplomas.................. Mr. William Brabender, President Board of School Directors, School District of the City of Erie, Pennsylvania Presentation of Candidates for Graduation. Mrs. Kathe DeSante, Acting Assistant Principal Mr. Edward Grode, Assistant Principal Mrs. Mary M. McConnell, Assistant Principal Blue and Gold ....................... School Song . Recessional March........... Fanfare and Recessional Academy High School Band, Mr. Charles Lute, Director Diehl-Schweitzer James D. Ployhar 151 STEPPING OUT ... Academy High School Prom 1986 tteasn. Bel Aire 9:00 P M - 1:00 AM Friday. May 9. 1986 $10.00 Per Couple Anne Miller and John Knox make a royal couple. And the winner is ... Jenny Bozza says, Wake me up when this is all over. Hurry up, this smile hurts! ON THE TOWN Terri Darby says, 'We look marvelous! ... And my wife” thousht I was out with the suys! Juniors and Seniors stepped out for the nisht on May 9, 1986. All who attended had a wonderful time and danced the night away to the music of B B Connection. The Bel-Aire Hotel furnished a perfect setting. 153 Scott wonders, Which camera are we posins for?” Brian Williams, Ivory Payton, Mark Odom, Catina Odom, Jeff Marzka, and Ann Valerio pose for all their fans. Magsie and Mike make the ultimate couple. If Only For One Night Date: October 17, 1986 Place: Pfeifer Burleigh Time: 8:00-12:00 Homecoming Queen,- Ivory Payton, Homecoming Attendants,- (Senior) Debra Blose, (Junior) Ann Valerio, (Sophomore) Julie Eppolito, (Freshman) Catina Odom. Leigh Monschein has such a face Brian Williams whispers sweet nothings in Ivory's ear. 154 NIGHT AWAY Homecoming Dance 155 ACADEMY ON PARADE The 1986 ACADEMY ON PA- RADE proved to be a smashing hit with Andy Carson's comedy act. Doing Gallager, Andy had the audience in an uproar as he smashed a watermellon the last night of this big event. John Knox gave us his version of Dr. Ruth as he gave Paul Zimmer and Alex Sperry good advice on how to live a double life. Returning acts were even better this year with the PA Playgirls” and the other rappin groups. Like always, Tina Gavin and Kar- ol Thomas had everyone's at- tention with their best singing voices. Our student body looks for- ward to these classy acts direct- ed by Mr. Dan Ditullio and his se- nior directors. Tiffany Henderson, Rhonda Henderson and Lisa Mills say, EVERYBODY DANCE ! Mike DeBello gives us the best news flash of the year. 156 John Knox as Dr. Ruth gives Fernando (Jon Majerik) some good advice A SMASHING HIT IN 86 Andy Carson - What a smash! The show can begin when Karol Thomas begins to sing. 157 Are Alex Sperry and Paul Zimmer ever apart? Carmen Mercado says, “Go ahead, make my day!” S “We are the crew! ACADEMY STUDENT BODY 158 KEEPIN’ THE SPIRIT ALIVE John Marzka quips, 'I ain't kissing this pis! 159 We show our farmer spirit. Raymond L Dombrowski, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools School Directors Brian M. Dougherty President Claire DeCecco Vice-President John C. Harkins Brenda A. Pundt Sally A. Shickler Edward J. Sparaga STEPPING INTO A WORLD OF EMPLOYMENT College is expensive; any of the seniors will tell you that. Due to this rising cost many upperclassmen have found that part-time employment can help one's bank account. Not only is a job a good source of income, it is also an excellent way to gain experience. Many small businesses are eager to hire teenagers and are very accomodating with the number of hours worked. For the seniors on this page graduation will mean college or continuing on with their jobs in the hope of advancement. James Neiner notes, I learned Geometry for this. 161 PATRONS ALLIANCE HOME OF ERIE (P.N.A. CLUB) DRS. 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SANDRA COOK WIECZOREK HAIR AF- FAIR WJET RADIO - FM 102 WJET TV ACADEME STAFF 1987 EDITOR: IVORY PAYTON EDITOR: AMY GRUDZIEN EDITOR: NANETTE SCHAAF SPORTS Darrick Lucas Sam Reinsel Gary Daub Alex Lewinger Sean Colburn TYPISTS Tammie Lanagan Mina Leretsis Tina Kaminski Helen Lewandowski Laura Lassman ACTIVITIES HI-LITES Tiffany Henderson Tina Kaminski Mina Leretsis Helen Lewandowski CURRICULUM Laura Lassman John Hogan Jennifer Glass SENIORS Tina Kaminski Tiffany Henderson Helen Lewandowski UNDERCLASSMEN Beth Fickenworth Chris Steffy Kim Hayes Linda Wygant Gary Daub Carol Vangeli FACULTY Kim Hayes John Hogan DIVIDER PAGES Eric Hiney Alex Lewinger STUDENT BUSINESS Jennifer Glass John Hogan PHOTOGRAPHY Brent Huey Pat Jones Mike Hoffman ART Eric Hiney Aaron Smith (cover) Alex Lewinger ADVISOR Miss Karen Soliwoda ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Photography.......................................................Arfax Studios Publishing...........................................Walsworth Publishing, Inc. 163 ARLESHIA TYLER: General TOM VALERIO: Football 1, 2, 3, 4 CAROL VANGELI: French Club 3; Yearbook 4; Pep Club 4,- President 4 NOEL VAUGHN: Chorus 2; Show Choir 3, 4; Senior AP 4; Cheerleading 2, 3,- Choreographer for Academy Hilltop Singers 4,- Monitor 2; Homeroom Rep. 2 JENNIFER VIRGILIO: Softball 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 SHEILA VOLK: Chorus 1, 2, 3; Horticulture Club 4 CHARMAGNE VON: Students Against Drunk Driving 4; Red Cross 4 JAMES WALKER: Track 2; Ski Club 3, 4; Stage Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4 ROSEANNA WAYNE: Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 3, 4, Volleyball 4 HAROLD M. WILSON: Swimming 4; Yearbook Rep. 2 3; Drama Club 3; French Club 2,3,4; Senior AP 4; Chess Club 4 JAMES WILLIAMS: General INDEX Academy on Parade.............................. 156 Activities..................................... 124 Administration................................... 6 Afro-American.................................. 138 Assemblies.....................................159 Auxililaries....................................129 AVA............................................ 146 Band............................................126 Baseball, JV.....................................98 Baseball, V..................................... 96 Basketball, JV Boys............................ 116 Basketball, JV Girls........................... 117 Basketball, V Boys............................. 114 Board of Directors............................. 160 Bowling........................................ 105 Cheerleading, JV............................... 143 Cheerleading, V................................ 142 Chess.......................................... 145 Computer Club...................................137 Cross-Country, Boys Girls.................... 104 Curriculum...................................... 86 Choir.......................................... 130 Dedication........................................3 Drama Club..................................... 138 Entrepreneur................................... 135 Faculty...........................................4 Football, JV.................................... 94 Football, V.................................... 120 Foreign Exchange................................144 French Club.................................... 136 Freshmen.........................................70 German Club.................................... 136 Girls'Chorus................................. 123 RONALD WILLIAMS: Basketball 2, 4; Choir 4; Drama Club 4,- Stage Band 1; Marching Band 1 KELLIE WHITFORD: Basketball 2; Drama Club 1,2,3; Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4 LAURIE WOLF: Drama Club 3, 4 MICHAEL L. WOODARD: Football 2 SHELLEY WOLFE: Orchestra 1, 2,3, 4; Stage Band 4; Pom Pons 1, 2, 3, 4 CHARLES WRIGHT: General DON WYGANT: Baseball 2, 3,- Football 2, 3, 4,- Academy On Parade 3, 4 DON YUSZ: General MIKE ZAMIELOWSKI: Baseball 4 PAUL ZIMMER: Cross Country 2; Swimming 4; Student Senate Office 3,- Junior AP 3; Senior AP 4,- Soccer 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Star 2, 3, 4; Editor 4,- Volleyball 4; Entrepenuer Club 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 3; President 4 ALLAN ZIMMERMAN: Horticulture Club 2, 3 Girls' Soccer.................................. 123 Golf, Boys Girls................................99 Graduation..................................... 150 High-Q.......................................... 134 Homecoming..................................... 154 Horticulture.................................... 145 Junior AP........................................147 Juniors.......................................... 44 Model UN.........................................135 Orchestra....................................... 128 Patrons........................................ 162 Pep Rallies....................................158 Prom........................................... 152 Racquetball Club.................................137 Seniors.......................................... 14 Soccer, V....................................... 122 Sophomores........................................64 Sports............................................92 Stage Band.......................................128 Star.............................................139 Student Senate.................................. 132 Swimming, Boys.................................. 108 Swimming, Girls................................. 109 Tennis, Boys.....................................106 Tennis, Girls................................... 107 Theme........................................... 90, 161 Top Twenty...................................... 131 Track, Boys..................................... 102 Track, Girls.................................... 100 Underclassmen.....................................42 Volleyball.......................................112 Waterpolo.........................................no Wrestling..........................................m Yearbook................................... 140, 163 Yearbook Reps.................................. 146 mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCKLINi: MIHfiOt Rl I K A 9 v . mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY
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