Agawam High School - Sachem Yearbook (Agawam, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1962 volume:

JloJ. Ideals are like stars. You will not succeed in touching them with your hands; but, like the seafaring man, you choose them as your guides, and following them, you will reach your destiny. CARL SCHURZ SACHEM 1964 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Agawam, Mas sachu setts I ’Vvv£c e I Ideals arc like stars. Education is our sextant. The future is our ocean, wide and free and stretching out in all directions for years. Our ideals are the stars, high, shining, and everlast- ing. As the sailor sights the stars with his sextant and charts his course through his seas, we too aim all that we have learned toward our goals, our dreams, and our ideals; thus we brave the future. And this is our log of memories, promises, and dreams. It is difficult to catch a memory. Try to forget it, and it haunts you. Try to crystallize it in word or picture, and it fades to bland fact. It is difficult to telescope four years of living into a few pages . . . Is that success there off the starboard bow? Hoist anchor . . . let’s drift out along the tide and sec . . . 2 These are our Janus days. Of looking back to time when we were young, To time topful with growing up Its pain, its fear, its ecstasy; The learning How to wait, and how to go ahead, And how to live with dignity and truth; Sometimes we learned from teachers, books, and charts, Sometimes from living in a world of people: Friends, and foes, and those who do not care And these the vast majority; The footsteps Clicking down the hall, or strolling down the hall, or running; And the voices, Clear with shy, untested strength And knowledge cocksure in its newness, Til they fill the rooms with laughter, Courage, youth, ambition, Life. We look behind to times that flit like fireflies And fade to dusky memories, irrevocably dim. These are our Janus days. These are our Janus days. We look ahead a dream away to times That overflow with rights and freedoms and responsibilities, And empty years that, like some barren field, Await the sowing of new memories; To times that promise each his handful of quicksilver happiness. A few will cup it in their palm and keep it all, But each will have a chance to hold a shimmering drop or two. We look ahead to times that glow like galaxies, That promise us success and peace. These are our Janus days. 3 By ELIZABETH BURNS Administration and The guiding hands That help us sight In all the far-flung nebulae of life Our special star, Our destiny. Administration We are proud of the Agawam Public Schools. Our reputation rides on the shoulders of each graduating class. The Class of 1962 has assumed respon- sibility and leadership in many areas to forward this tradition. We hope you are well prepared for future life endeavors. Your suggestions will always be welcome, and we stand ready to assist at any time when needed. Continue your pursuit of excellence to meet an urgent need of the home, industry, and the professions. 4 James Clark Superintendent of Schools It was a pleasure to have had a part in the high school education of the Class of 1962. Although my participation was limited, it presented an op- portunity for acquaintance with you members that I shall cherish for years to come. Collectively, your academic record was excellent, your accomplishments in the co-curricular activities outstanding, and your loyalty to the school un- questioned. Throughout your careers, you have been satisfied only with the best, and I am confident your lives will reflect the same high ideals. Congratulations and my most sincere wishes for continued success and hap- piness. 7 Frederick T. Dacey Principal To the Class of 1962: May you grow in friendliness as you have been friendly here, for the world needs this attribute more than any other. May your hopes be high, and may your aspirations be fulfilled; for the future of our world has no great promise if our youth aspire to that which is common and vulgar. May the enthusiasm and energy you showed here be undiminished in the years ahead, for the world needs an intense, alert people if mankind is to be preserved. Mr. Paul Langlois Assistant Principal 8 Mr. David Skolnick Guidance Director Mr. John Porter Guidance Counselor 9 Faculty MR. RUDOLFO ALTOBELLI Commercial MR. ROBERT ANASTAS Social Studies MR. DARRELL K. ASHTON Science MR. .HENRY BAKER Industrial Arts MR. PETER BALL, JR. Science MRS. HASMIG G. BALSEWICZ French MRS. LYDIA V. BLAKESLEE English MR. LAWRENCE BUDDINGTON, JR. Science MR RICHARD CARBONE Social Studies MR HAROLD CLARK Science MISS FRANCES J. COFRANCESCO Commercial MR. DARCY DAVIS, JR. Music 10 MR. GORDEN E. DENNIS Industrial Arts MISS ELLEN L. DOWLING Commercial MISS JANE A. DURKAN Mathematics MR. JOSEPH FAUCETTE Science MR. WILLIAM GARDINER Industrial Arts MRS. FLORENCE M. HALLBOURG Mathematics MRS. RUTH HARRINGTON Physical Education MISS DOROTHY HASTINGS Physical Education MRS. DOROTHY HOLMES Librarian MRS. KATHERINE KALLOCH Latin MRS. MARJORIE KELLY Home Economics MR. JOHN F. KILLORY English II MRS. HELEN B. KRAJEWSKI English, Latin MRS. ELIZABETH LANGLOIS Home Economics MR. ALFRED J. LAUDE Mathematics MR. HARRY LEONARDI Physical Education MRS. MIRIAM MACKLER English MISS JOYCE MARIEB English MR. LEONARD L. MARTIN Industrial Arts MISS EMILY McCORMICK Commercial MISS ELEANOR MILLER English MR. HERBERT J. O'CONNOR, JR. Remedial 12 MR. JOHN E. PETRONE English MRS. MARIE A. PHENNER English MR. ROLAND PRESSEY Driver Education MRS. PHYLLIS ROBBINS Commercial MISS JUDITH ST. JEAN English, Speech MISS GERALDINE A. SCHILLING Art MR. FRED SCYOCURKA Social Studies MRS. MARIA SEARS French MR. ELLSWORTH SHARPE Mathematics MR. LAWRENCE P. SHEEHAN Social Studies MRS. MIRIAM K. SHERMAN Mathematics MISS ELEANOR H. SMITH Mathematics MR. HARMON SMITH Physical Education MR. DAVID THEODOROWICZ Science MISS MARJORIE WARD Social Studies Seniors 14 Land ho ? Is this the shore, the voyage-end ? It’s only a channel from the bay Out to the open sea. In Memoriam RONALD NEIL Youth is purity, The infinitesimal instant before the bubble bursts Exposing disillusionment and despair. To die in youth is to have preserved the wondrous bubble. Rainbows dance on its surface, Rainbows formed of kite-flying, small frogs, and childish miracles. Old mysteries are new; some puzzles have been solved. This is Childhood. But Youth is transition— Minus and plus, perhaps and maybe. The capture of Youth by Death is magnificent, For time and space stand still and Perpetual wonder endures forever. By ELIZABETH FERRY 16 Senior Class Officers FRANCIS E. CAPITANIO ELIZABETH A. BURNS Our outstanding class president.... responsible leader and hard worker. . . .constantly chewing gum . . . .a good sport. . . . indubitably!”. . . .smart with little effort. . . .the swinging sax . . . .once a friend, always a friend. . . .Fran. Sensitive to the beauties of life. . . .has creativity at her fingertips. . . .would rather write than eat. . . . dedicated to family, friends, and A.H.S.......a flair for dramatics. . . .Merit Scholarship winner. . . .her accomplishments speak for themselves. ... Betsy. CONSTANCE D. HARRIS Vigorous and intelligent leader. . . .outstanding stu- dent. . . .our busy class secretary. . . .favorite color is Brown. . . .active school citizen. . . .a lively cheer- leader. .. .a personality that forecasts success.... mean Russian eyes . . . .Ned. . . .Connie. DEBORAH J. ROBINSON Petite in stature, but powerful in performance. . . . Agawam’s little Twister. . . .always ready to have a good time. . . .our competent treasurer. . . .class pup- pet. . . .full of the devil. . . .makes and keeps many friends. . . .an artist. . . .Debbie. 17 DONNA B. ABELL A warmhearted person. . . .conscien- tious. . . .a girl of set ideas. .. .al- ways willing to speak out. . . .an am- bitious future teacher. . . . yes, love!” ....a gifted seamstress.... pretty blond hair....left a chubby junior, came back a trim senior. . . .Donna. SANDRA L. AMBROGI A blush is beautiful but sometimes in- convenient. . . .fashionable taste in clothes. .. .a desire to be part of the sophistication of New York....ea- gerly waiting to enter La Selle. .. .a treasured friend who is easy to con- fide in. . . .she enlivens any situation . . . .Sam. BRIAN ASTA-FERRERO Fun to be with. . . .if you need cheer- ing-up, sec Brian!. . . . dependable and sincere. . . .has a serious side not often seen. . . .intelligence is one asset not to be forgotten.... Romanoff, remember your lines!. . . .a talented pianist. . . .a welcome addition to any crowd.... Brian. ROBERT P. AVEZZIE A quiet but sincere person. . . .an easy-going personality. . . .sincerely dedicated to high principles. ... in every way a gentleman.... respectful to his superiors. . . .an avid car en- thusiast .... Bob. ARLENE AYERS A terrific dancer. . . .choreographer for the operettas. ... If those girls don't learn their dance, I'm gonna kill ’em!”. .. .second home, A.I.C.... What a panic!”.... a giggler. . . . takes life in her stride. . . .Pete. .. . Arlene. LINDA J. BAILEY Anxious to please and willing to help ... .a friendly smile. . . .a demon at the wheel.... summer trips to Maine .... boys, boys, and more boys!!! ... .a diligent student. . . .a tried and true friend. . . .Beetle?!?. . . .Linda. 18 ALEXANDER B. BAKER, JR. Always seen with a smile and a hearty Hi”. .. .twinkle in his eye and a devil-may-care attitude. .. .drums up a storm. . . . The Enchantments”. . . . great hockey player. . . .Mr. Skol- nick’s pal .... cheerful .... Robin .... Buddy. ELIZABETH M. BARUFFALDI Quiet and unassuming. . . .an ardent Red Sox fan.... softly but efficiently moving through her high school years . . . .country and western music. . . . her pet peeve: math....a C.A.P. cadet. . . .a future for her in nursing .... Betty. HANS-CHRISTOPH BEER A weight-lifter. . . . I think a lot!” ....a quiet exterior but is friendly to everyone.... oh, that bicep!. . . . cute. . . .nice dresser. . . .even-temp- ered. . . .Mac’s shadow. . . .Chris. ROLAND A. BENCIVENNI Easy to know; easy to like. . . .a really likeable person. . . .a tease. . . .care- free and good-natured with a keen sense of humor. . . .where there's a good time, there's Benny. . . .anxious to please. . . .an avid hockey fan. . . . values his many friendships. . . Benny. GAIL M. BITGOOD An effervescent personality. . . .a ready smile. . . .refreshingly naive . . . .capability combined with willing- ness.... a modest individual. .. .a bundle of energy and school spirit . . . .happy and content with every- thing. . . .Butchie. .. .Gail. FREDA M. BLEECK A soft voice and a pleasing smile .... neatly groomed.... a calm, se- rene appearance. . . .a serious attitude toward school. . . .warm-hearted, un- derstanding, and friendly. . . .brings to mind lavender and lace; a rare lady .... Frieda. 19 JOANNE BONFITTO A fine sense of humor.... not a care in the world.... Here comes the bride!”... .well-known and well- liked by all... .striking dark hair and large eyes. . . .quick-witted. . . .a commercial student.... Felix.... Jo- anne. DOLORES L. BONOMI Quiet people arc always welcome. .. . her thoughtfulness wins her many friends. .. .attractive and meticulous . . . .eyes glowing with mischief and cheer. . . .has her own wonderful sense of humor. . . . A true individ- ual cannot be copied.”.... Dolores. RONALD R. BORGATTI Dependable, likeable, capable. . . .our terrific quarterback. . . .often seen checking patrol posts.... terror be- hind the wheel!. . . .an all-round ath- lete. . . .he likes redheads!. . . .an ac- tive leader. . . .a friendly disposition explains his many friends. . . .Sharon .... Doc. CAROLYN R. BOUSQUET Beautiful blond hair. . . .a flair for nice clothes and the knack to wear them well. . . . Mademoiselle” Bous- quet fifth period every day. . . .very easy to get along with.... a blusher . . . .lady-like and attractive in ever)' way.... Carolyn. ROBERT BREWER Somewhat shy. . . .enjoys skiing. .. . great asset to our school band. . . . well-dressed, well-groomed... .good word for everyone. . . .a nice-looking blond.... a dependable person.... never seems in a hurry.... Karen.... Bob. ROGER N. BROWN A conservative exterior to those who don’t know him well. . . .one of our vigorous hoopsters”. .. .has a mind of his own. . . . A friend in need is a friend indeed”. .. .a bit of a flirt! . . . . Bentley”. . . .an unforgettable classmate.... Roger. 20 FRANK R. BUONICONTI A natural intelligence; studies do not bother him. .. .ambitious future as- pirations. . . .baby-blue Cadillac. . . . wow!....dark, Italian features.... easy-going.... searching for excite- ment. . . .nicely dressed. . . .Frank. JUDITH A. BUONICONTI Friends, she has many. . . .always me- ticulously neat. . . .a beautiful com- plexion and pretty hair. . . .a delight- ful laugh. .. .carefree but reliable ....a feminine female. .. .one of our doorstops”. . . .an unforgettable charm. . . .Judy. VIRGINIA I. BURTON Known for her twirling. . . .lovely blond hair. . . .Where there's fun, there’s Ginny!. . . . full of devilish ideas. . . .Stop squinting!. . . .popular with everyone, welcome anywhere.... crazy and dignified at the same time ... .an individual. . . .Ginny. JOANN S. BUSH Unlimited cheerfulness .... have needle, will sew.... always taking time to be friendly. . . .one of our colorguard.... a calm and undis- turbed nature. .. .natural and pleas- ing ways. . . .Johnny. . . .Joann. JOANNE E. BUSHEY A heart full of sunshine, a soul full of song”.... real goodness is hard to find....soft smile, sweet character . . . .possesses an understanding heart ... .a serious nature. . . .a quiet per- son is always welcome.... Joanne. WAYNE R. CARROLL Red hair and freckles go together. . . . oh, those lunches will never be the same without Wayne!. . . . one of the three captains of our football team . . . .weight-lifting has helped to pro- duce his man-size build. . . .he laughs and adds laughter wherever he goes ____Wayne. THOMAS M. CASCIO Devotes much of his time to repair- ing cars.... always looking for a new girl. . . .has many interests in Holyoke . . . .takes life in his stride. . . .likes a good time with the boys.... works hard at all the things he enjoys. . . . Tom. ALAN C. CLARK An intelligent and hard-working stu- dent .... a subtle sense of humor.... considerate. . . .Boys' State represent- ative. . . .a versatile band member . . . .holds an interesting conversation ... .a big hit in the Senior Play. . . . our valedictorian. . . .Alan. JOSEPH CLEARY Honorable Boy Scout. . . .a loyal and reliable friend... .quiet, shy, peace- loving. . . .those who know much say little. . . .conscientious student. . . . his calm manner and tolerant nature make him nice to have around.... Joe. W. RANDALL CLOW Easy to know and like.... appears quiet, but watch out for that temper! ....always ready for a little horse- play. . . .marks are no problem for this Honor Society member. . . .a quick wit. . . .nice-looking. . . .have MG, will move.... Randy. JOHN C. COLLINS Has a well-known multicolored truck ... .an A.V.A. member. . . .always ready, willing, and able to try some- thing new....has a talent for me- chanics. . . .a true friend with a lively sense of humor. . . .John. MARY C. CONLIN A joy to know. ... infectious laugh and mischievous eyes.... as cheerful as the day is long. . . .a natural clown . . . .loves fun in any shape, form, or manner. . . .a cute blond. . . .a more sincere or loyal friend couldn't be found. . . .Mike. . . .Con. 22 7 MICHAEL S. CONNELLY Always looking for a good time, and usually finds it!....tall and good- looking. . . .a real heartbreaker!. . . . takes life’s problems as they come. . . . an excellent athlete. . . .good-natured and well-liked. . . .have smile, will succeed!. .. . Mickey. MICHAEL CORCORAN A debater and philosopher. . . .inter- esting conversationalist .... always learning a new dance. . . .likes people, and people like him. . . .a student of history and government. . . .a firm be- liever in letters to the editor. . . .a smile all the day long. . . .Mike. TERESA L. CORLISS Her friendliness and winning smile make knowing her worthwhile. . . .a hard-working T.A.P. member. . . . golden hair. . . .''It’s nice to be nat- ural if you’re naturally nice.”.... Springfield College fan. . . .working hard at all things undertaken.... a friend not easily forgotten. . . .Terr)'. NANCY R. CORRIVEAU C.A.P. cadet. . . .a friend to all who know her. . . .willing to lend a hand . . . .a conscientious student. . . .an interesting addition to any classroom . . . .quiet but friendly ways. . . . warm and sincere. . . .extreme thor- oughness means true success.... Nancy. LESLIE COVENTRY Would rather spend a day fishing than doing anything else.... loves outdoor life. .. .a relaxed, easy-going appearance. . . .values his friendships and is valued by his friends. . . .al- ways present when there is a good time. . . .Les. JANE E. CRESSOTTI A constant, sunny smile. .. .expres- sive, dark eyes. .. .always game for a good time. . . .a future in hair- dressing. . . .full of crazy ideas. . . . never fails to say Hi”.... likes to talk. . . .Eddie. .. .Jane. 23 CHARLES CROUSS Quiet, thoughtful manner. . . .always willing to help. . . .takes life in stride . . . .friendly disposition. . . .always happy. . . .steadfast in friendships . . . .reliable. . . .always in auto shop . .. .Charlie. JOHN M. CROWLEY Loves to care for animals, especially horses. . . .the quietest boy in the noisiest senior homeroom.... has a keen sense of humor.... has a variety of interests. . . .easy to get along with . . . .a valued friend. . . .John. ALICE L. DAVIS Petite and vivacious. . . . 1961 Football Queen.... an irrepressible giggle . .. .large starry eyes. . . . Puggy” . . . .surprisingly powerful voice. . . . good-natured with a touch of mischief . . . .a sparkling loveliness. .. .Alice. JUDITH A. DECKER Carefree and delightful to know. . . . continual school support. .. .Mr. Leonardos pet .... always singing . . . .fun-loving. . . .hair that’s always combed just right. . . .oh, those crushes!. . . .seen and heard at all the games. . . .Judie. AMELA A. DeFORGE Funny, friendly, a little crazy. . . .her greatest loves are skiing, college boys, and her fashion column. . . .collegiate at any cost. .. .her goal: to be a news- paper woman . . . has a knack for finding parties . . . always with Liz . . . Pam. SANTO M. DEMICHFLE Nice-looking. . . .loves to dance. . . . friendly and easy-going. . . .never a dull moment when Slant’s around what a Casanova!. . . .enjoys getting into mischief. . . .''Let’s twist-again!” .... an asset to our hockey team.... Slant. ROBERT A. DeSIMONE Usually seen with a carload... .al- ways seen with a big grin. . . .friendly and easy-going. ...l;at Man?!.... enjoys laughing. . . .a good natured person with many friends. . . .a wit of his own. . . .likes cars. . . .a reg- ular guy.... Bob. PATRICIA L. DOYLE A true and loyal friend....a little bit of a nut!. . . . always up on the latest style. . . .a perpetual smile. . . . carefree and delightful. . . .never too busy to stop for a chat. . . .a winning way.... Bobby.... Pat. BERNARD DREWNOWSKI One of Miss Durban's second period boys??. .. .always clowning with Jerry.... spends many of his study- periods working in the library. . . .oh. those crushes!. . . . never hesitates to lend a helping hand....a friend worth having. . . .Bernie. SANDRA B. DRZYZGA A truly lady-like manner. . . .maturity reflected in her accomplishments. . . . infinite cheerfulness. . . .always neat as a pin. . . .smart hair-do’s. . . .a popular cheerleader. . . .classic fea- tures. . . .a well-liked senior. . . . Sandy. BARBARA L. DUBIA An efficient and reliable worker. . . . exceptionally congenial. . . .a delight- ful laugh. . . .unassuming, a slight re- serve. . . .sincere, a word that suits her well. . . .conscientious attitude to- ward school. . . .a joy to know. . . . Barb. RITA-ANN DUCLOS Sweet and sincere. . . .will we ever forget your 16th birthday party?. . . . expert seamstress.... enjoys fun.... quiet and understanding. . . .has a friendly word for everyone.... in- dustrious student. . . .Rita. 25 JOHN R. EAGAN Tall and handsome. . . .always ready to do something different. . . . Stretch”.... loves those girls!.... sharp dresser. . . .capable of sincere understanding. . . .a future teacher? . . . .not a care in the world. . . .John. GEORGE EASTON Blond hair and blue eyes. . . .quiet except when he's with the boys. . . . possesses many friends. . . .always looking for excitement. . . .his pleas- ant personality makes him easy to know and fun to be with. . . .nice- looking and well-groomed. . . .George. MARY J. FAY Cheerful... .always attains her ob- jectives. . . .a student librarian. . . . Monorail ... .takes an interest in A.H.S.....a loyal and trustworthy worker. . . .can talk a blue streak if she desires. . . .will be a success in her chosen field.... Mary. CAROL FAZIO A reserve well-worth penetrating. . . . an intelligent and interesting conver- sationalist. . . .amiable attitude. . . . perfect courtesy. . . .hidden mischief! . .. .reflective. . . .clear-thinking. . . . one can’t help liking her. . . .Carol. JOHN J. FERRANTI Quiet and unassuming. . . .a serious student. . . .a handsome, dark-haired boy. . . .worked hard on the Senior Play stage crew. .. .polite, respectful, and well-liked.... a boy who gives and commands respect. . . .John. PHYLLIS M. FERRARI Unpretentious. . . .a friend in every need....she will always remember that Biology Club trip!. . . .a girl who will smile when everything goes dead wrong. . . .ready, willing, and able to help.... never a harsh word.... sure to succeed in college. . . . Phyl. 26 ANGELO A. EERRARO Spends a great deal of time in Miss Marieb’s room after school. . . .a sharp wit and a keen sense of humor.... always hard at work at the Stop and Shop.... an excellent dancer.... a permanent devilish grin....can en- liven any situation. . . .Angelo. DIANN L. EERRERO Goes out of her way to be friendly ... .a quiet but good-natured girl ... .a loyal member of the band. . . . sweet and sincere. . . .a modest in- dividual. . . .a gentleness in her man- ner. . . .unselfishness combined with kindness. .. .Diann. ELIZABETH M. FERRY A would-be nonconformist. . . .fash- ion conscious. . . .collegiate to the nth degree. . . .University bound .... sharp wit combined with a keen mind.... Oh, Mrs. Sears!”... .al- ways a new boy. . . .marks, par excel- lance.... Liz. JOHN FIORINI Quiet nature. . . .polite and respectful at all times. . . .has a car of his own . . . .saddle shoes and white varsity sweater. . . .likes to have a good time ....pleasant and friendly to every- one. . . .Jack. WALTER K. FOGG Known for his carefree spirit.... well-liked by all... . he’ll never forget those Senior English classes. . . .en- joys laughter and life. . . .the ability to succeed in any walk of life. . . . not really a flirt, but!....the spy ____Bev___Walt. J. RUSSELL FOWLER A true and sincere friend. . . .a good sport.... Russ, the taxi driver!. . . . Fussell Rowler?”. . . .eager to please .... Put your top down!”... .ap- preciates fun. . . .a pleasant sense of humor.... Russ. 27 MARY L. FRANCOLINI Wedding bells in the near future . . . .good bookkeeper?. . . .Western New England College. . . .set in her ways. . . .graceful. . . .a real friend to those who know her. . . .likes fun but has her serious side.... Ray.... Mary. CAROL A. FURIONI Let’s have a party!”. . . .tall, slender, and attractive.... deep, dark eyes . .. .loves to laugh. . . .genuinely in- terested in others. . . .a friendlier per- son isn’t to be found.... Life’s a bowl of cherries . .. .did you say Furon-zone?”. . . .Carol. ROLAND R. GABOURY Has ideas of his own and states them easily. . . .neatness in dress and grooming. . . . Let me teach you a new dance.”.... flirt, flirt, flirt!! ... .a good talker and an interested listener. . . .watch out for that Volvo ... .a friendly attitude. . . .Roland. MARILYN R. GAMELLI Serene and sensitive, but above all. sincere. . . .depth of character revealed in striking eyes. . . .a fresh natural attractiveness.... holds high standards .... a pleasant manner.... reserved to those who do not know her true personality. . . .Marilyn. PAMELA J. GAY Impulsive. . . .her name and person- ality are synonymous. .. .a unique at- tractiveness. . . .an articulate style ....'Til remember Maine!”.... P.J.”. .. .loves the color green. . . . courteous though coy. .. .an easy smile. .. .Pam. GAIL P. GAZAR Old fashioned principles exemplified in sterling qualities. .. .a constant supporter of the school’s teams. . . . Diane’s steadfast companion... .tip- tJCs through life.... Her friends, there are many; her foes, are there any? ....a girl of few words and many thoughts.... Gail. 28 JOANN GOBI-ILLI: Delicate and classic loveliness. . . .a member of the queen's court. . . .dis- criminating taste.... refined manner ....a vivacious smile....a snow- white complexion set off by rich black hair. . . .ever friendly. . . .well-worth knowing. .. . Jo Jo. DONALD R. GOSS, JR. An experienced water skier. . . .gained the title Mr. Atlas by spending much time weightlifting. . . .a Food Mart employee.... named his car Miss Carol.... has all the qualities of a well-liked person. . . .sincerity is his trademark.... Carol.... Don. DONALD R. GOWDY An enthusiastic camera man.... arch- ery is a hobby that he masters. . . . an asset to the A.H.S. band. . . .tal- ented with the trumpet. . . .a respon- sible school citizen. . . .a friend to everyone. .. .Don. CLOVIS G. GOYETTE Always eager to help. . . .took part in the intcrclass plays. . . .often seen practicing for a track meet. .. .ex- cellent performance in the gym show . . . .never seen without a smile. . . . appreciates a good joke. . . .Clovis. JOHN A. GRAVELINE Slightly quiet but very friendly. . . . a kind word for everyone. . . .a sin- cere friend.... has a way with that trumpet!. . . .gains many friends with his thoughtful manner. . . .one of the Enchantments.... a baseball player a true gentleman. . . .Jack. CAROL A. HAMAR The mildest manner, the mildest heart . . . . her friendliness multiplies joys and divides sorrows”.... came to A.H.S. in her junior year. . . .soft- spoken, yet firm. . . .appreciates life’s humor. . . .wins many friends with a sparkling smile. . . .Carol. 29 MAUREEN A. HARKINS Individualistic in ways and ideas. . . . always making plans for Friday night . . . . Chatter, chatter as I go, and I go on forever”.... the opportunity for mischief comes a hundred times a day. . . . mirth and fun come fast and furious . . . .plans to go into the business world.... Mo. GEORGE R. HARNOIS A care-free spirit. . . .cute!. . . .a wel- come newcomer who immediately made himself a part of everything at A.H.S. . . . .the center on our football field . . . .a true friend. . . .fun to be with . . . .Tech’s loss, our gain. . . .Rusty. DOROTHY M. HARPER Loves playing the piano. . . .a color- guard member. . . . Oh, great!”. .. . an infectious laugh. . . .good-natured talkativeness. . . .hockey and football fan. . . .plenty of school spirit. . . . never a dull moment!. . . .George .... Dottie. RAYMOND F. HASELTINE Fun to be with and talk to... . friendly and easy-going. . . .cjuiet in appear- ance. . . .understanding and sincere has a mind of his own. . . .a good friend to have. . . .Ray. PETER P. HAYES Never a dull moment. . . .but nothing outdoes sincerity. . . .Don Juan II ... .a big tease. . . .has a serious side that surprises those who aren’t close friends. . . .his wish: to be well-liked by all. . . .his wish granted. . . .Pete. JANET R. IMELIO An independent air.... hidden mis- chief. . . .what a schemer!. . . .a flag bearer in the colorguard. . . .just loves horses?!?. .. .quite the flirt....the ability to succeed. . . .Janet. 30 HELEN T. JANULEWICZ Unlimited cheerfulness revealed by a ready laugh. . . .an inherent interest in her friends. . . .benevolent in un- derstanding. . . .a mind of her own . . . .the sun is always shining. . . . doesn't bother others with moodiness . . . .a well-liked classmate. . . . Helen. NORMAN F. JASMIN Always in on the fun, no matter where it is. . . .always welcome, too . . . .goes out of his way to be nice to everyone. . . .one of the unforget- table soldiers in our play. . . .enjoys singing. . . .girls, and more girls! . . . .Norm. DEAN R. JENNINGS A new addition to our class. . . . quickly became a part of everything at A.H.S.....a quiet nature. . . .all those who know him know him as a friend... .polite and well-mannered has a variety of interests. . . .Dean. JOHN E. JESERSKI Can be spotted in his white convertible . . . .definitely an individualist. . . . never stops until a deed is done, and done well. . . .argumentative nature . . . .has a talent for conversing sen- sibly. . . .works hard at what he en- joys. . . .John. DEAN A. JEVONS Everyone's friend. . . .always flirting ., . .tall, dark, and handsome. . . . musical ability. . . .beautiful voice . . . .what a worrier!. . . .full of fun . . . .never hesitates to help a friend . . . .genuine sincerity. . . .Dean. CHARLES E. KATSONAS A subtle, but quick wit....goes to any extremes to win an argument. . . . excellent student... .gifted with the ability to succeed. . . .class cynic. . . . shy, but nice. . . .treasures his friends . .. .Charlie. 31 JANE K. KUSIAK Her walk is the swingiest, her cheer- ing jump the springiest. . . .the tire- less editor of the Minor. . . .Jane is a thinker and a doer, a rare and re- warding combination. . . .loves skiing ....her ambition: to be ambitious ... .a girl A.H.S. can be proud of . . . .Roger. . . .Janie. ARTHUR D. LaFLEUR Sportsman in body and spirit. . . . give him the sport, not just the vic- tory . . . .a great capacity for under- standing. . . .a calm and undisturbed nature. . . .good-looking and well- groomed .... a loyal, warmhearted classmate. . . .Dolly. . . .Art. EDWARD LEAL A likeable personality... .active in the shops. . . .a true and lasting friend .... pleasant to talk with.... modest and unassuming. . . .a depth of char- acter. . . .a fine and unforgettable member of our class.... Ed. VERONICA A. LECLERC Quiet, thoughtful ways. . . .abundance of common sense. . . .naturally enjoys fun. . . .often appreciated for her abil- ity to understand and help out. . . . a heart of pure gold.... respect for all, respected by all. .. .Ronnie. JUDITH R. LETELLIER Sincerely interested in others’ thoughts ... .a future in teaching lies ahead . . . .practical minded and realistic in her attitudes. . . .the mildest manners and the gentlest heart are all hers . . . .conscientious, capable, and co- operative. .. .enjoys acting. . . .intel- ligence is one of her many assets. .. . Judy. PAULA A. LIPSKI Always taking time to help. . . .a neat dresser. . . .a mischievous twinkle In her eye.......good-hearted. . . .''Oh, those teachers!”.... full of fun and pranks. . . .always smiling and chat- tering gaily. . . .Paula. 32 SUSAN M. LITTLEFIELD Miss Sunshine”.... rarely serious, always sincere. . . .conscientious. . . . radiating a fresh, natural sparkle. . . . a kind word for everyone. . . .sweet ... .a faithful friend and delightful companion. . . .has the ideal virtues of a lady... . . Sue. PAMELA E. LOCKHART A permanent smile. . . .those summers in Maine!....a good word for the devil himself. .. .genuine friendliness ....sing, sing, sing!... .generous with understanding. . . .never in a hurry. . . .Annie, get your gun!. . . . Pam. JOHN G. LUDEMANN Oh, those blue eyes!. . . . athletic.... Miss Smith's pet peeve. . . .a close- look reveals a devilish nature. . . .a combination of fun and quick wit .... big tease .... quiet ?!?.... a heart of gold. . . .Candy. . . .John. BEVERLY J. MALONE An honor student. . . .a diligent and capable worker. . . .a sincere attitude . . . .friendly towards all. . . .indomit- able spirit. . . .co-operative and thoughtful of others. . . .a willing and interesting conversationalist. . . . a commercial student.... Bev. JAMES M. MANDEVILLE Tall with dark features. . . .a person who is easy to know and like. . . .has a slow moving way but a quick smile ... .can quickly change from serious to care-free. . . .has a knack for get- ting along with everyone. . . .a quick wit. . . .Jim. MARCIA D. MARTINO Often seen with Alice. . . .her happy heart brightens the gloomiest days .... a constant giggler.... eager to help, eager to please. . . .carefree and full of fun. .. .never a serious mo- ment. . . .Marcia. 33 LOUIS A. MASTROIANNI A handsome blond. . . .quite the flirt! .... We're having a party! .... eager to please. . . .girls, girls, girls . . . .proud to be an Italian. . . .always a friendly greeting. . . .an unforget- table friend. . . .Louie. JAMES A. xMATHESON Likes to have a good time with the boys. . . .patrol member. . . . Let's have a party! ... .loves to dance . . . .never tires. . . .a sharp and ready wit. . . .believes in living life to the full... .somewhat of a flirt.... ca- pable of holding a serious conversation . . . .Jimmy. ANN L. MATHIEU An unhurried air complemented by a serious nature. . . .always a lady. . . . Daddy's Caddy!.... lover of A.I.C. frat parties. .. .novice skier?... .al- ways in style. . . .a touch of sophis- tication. . . .John. . . .Ann. JILL R. MAURER A serious student and diligent worker .... knee high to a grasshopper.... quiet, thoughtful ways.... If it's green, I like it! . . . .sweet and sin- cere. . . .small in stature, big in heart ... .a genuine girl. . . .Don. . . .Jill. hugh McBride An unhurried manner.... the silent type. . . .interested in cars. . . .lots of hair. . . .easy to get along with. . . . woman hater??. . . .always ready for fun... .sincere, reliable, understand- ing... .Hugh. CHARLES C. McCOBB, JR. A perfect lawyer!. .. .quick to joke, quick to laugh.... can be a charmer when he wants to. . . .the General . . . .determined in his efforts. .. . nice-looking. . . .really enjoys a good argument. ... intelligence is an asset not to be forgotten.... Mac. 34 MARY McHWEN Full of mischief. . . .offers a helping hand. . . .a girl with ambition. . . . remember the sorority meetings and pajama parties!. . . .a warm-hearted friend to all. . . .Agawam's loss when she transferred. . . . Maynard”. . . . Mary. MARLENE M. McMAHON Cute and coquettish. . . . Hey, get a job!”. . . .appears quiet, but wait un- til you get to know her!. . . .squirrel? ....twinkling eyes. . . .a little gal with her own sense of humor. . . . Kenny. . . .Marlene. LINDA MELLONI Brings with her an air of laughter . . . .can be quite serious, though .... always has an unusual pair of shoes. .. .sews expertly. . . .if there was ever a carefree spirit, it's Linda ....never hesitates to say, hello . . . .life of any party. . . .Linda. SUSAN D. MENSCH A friendly smile portrays a friendly person. . . .an innate interest in others . . . .a patient person. . . .a future in the field of dramatics. . . .our lovely Juliet. .. .a Red Cross worker.... meticulous in her appearance. .. .en- joys hard work.... Suzie. RUSSELL MERWIN A terror on skis. . . .finds a fascina- tion in mechanics. . . .usually seen working with cars. . . .always a good sport, but best of all a good friend . . . .easy-going disposition. . . .his principal idea of life is to enjoy it .... Russ. GERALD W. METAYER Can usually be found in the library . .. .Mrs. Holmes' pet peeve. .. . monorail kid!. . . .always seems to have a radio with him. . . .strong sense of humor. . . .has more of the devil in him than the devil himself. . . . Jerry. 35 CAROL MILLER A deep thinker and a serious girl . . . .quiet but sincere in character . . . .a kind word for everyone. . . . sensitive and soft-spoken .... always a lady. . . .she deserves the best out of life. . . .Carol. JOHN MISIALEK His blond hair and good looks attract many glances from the fairer sex . . . .quiet are his thoughts and happy is his nature. . . .conservative in his outlook, and reserved in his relation- ships. . . .gentle and respectful man- ners. . . .his greatest desire is to please . . . .John. DOROTHY M. MONTAGNA Friendly and mischievous. . . .an able, willing worker. . . .one of the peppy cheerleaders. . . .undying school sup- port .... always bubbling over with something to say. . . .seldom without a smile. . . .the editor of our fine yearbook. . . .Dotti. JUDITH K. MONTAGNA A friendly and cheerful girl....in- telligence is a big asset. . . .National Honor Society... . .practical and sen- sible. . . .always a bright smile and a nice word. . . .handy with a needle and thread.... has all the aualities of a well-liked person. . . .Judy. JAMES MONTGOMERY Congenial personality. . . .well re- spected for his useful and unrestrained friendliness. .. .will gladly give a helping hand to someone in need. . . . outstanding manners and character a clear thinker and careful planner . . . .Jim. DIANE M. MORACZEWSKI A quiet and truly genuine quality. . . . Mortimer!.'... pleasant, poised, and personable.... cute and neat.... has nice clothes and wears them well.... always a smile for her classmates. . . . an easy-going manner. . . .a winning way.... Diane. 36 LYNNE B. MORIN A meticulous appearance. . . .a mem- ber of the library staff. . . .attractive and pleasant to know. . . .a fine blend of casualness and sophistication. . . . the ability to succeed in any ambitious undertaking. . . .a gracious smile. .. . fine qualities make an admirable per- son .... Lynne. NILES MORTENSON Friendly, easy-to-know.... I say, old chap”... .drives a wild truck.... a loyal school citizen. . . .gifted with in- telligence and the ability to hold an interesting conversation .... Merit Scholarship finalist. . . .well-liked by his classmates. . . .Niles. RICHARD F. NACEWICZ Has an eye for the girls!. . . .athletic minded. . . .anything for a laugh. . . . a student patrol member. . . . Accord- ing to Einstein’s theory”.... if he laughs at a joke, you know it's funny! . . . . I’m going into the Marines” . . . . Snazz!”. . . .Richie. HOWARD NARDI Quiet. .. .gas station employee. . . . shy, but fun-loving. . . .considerate and kind. . . .a tried and true friend ... .a hard-working individual who will surely succeed in the future. . . . Howard. PATRICIA A. NEGRUCCI Famous for her sudden shrieks of laughter. . . .to know her is a joy . . . .always stylish and smart looking . . . .our drum majorette. . . .crazy about skiing. . . .always a smile for everyone. . . .carefree but reliable. .. . peppy and popular. . . .Patti. WALTER L. NELSON, III Ambitious. . . .an alert inquiring mind .... indeed a wonderful person.... patient and understanding. . . .never moody. . . .sets high standards re- spected by all. . . .an unhurried man- ner. . . .Walt. 37 ROBERT OLIVER Quiet and conservative. . . .cute. . . . a very nice dresser. . . .liked by all, liking all... .the kind of guy not soon forgotten.... loyal, warm, sincere .... courteous.... Pat... . Bobby. LORRAINE ORTNER Boundless enthusiasm. . . .well-liked by many friends. . . .her laugh keeps many people smiling. . . .as sincere as they come. . . .a dependable friend . . . .loves an exciting time. .. . suc- cess will surely be hers.... Lorraine. EILEEN N. OTTO A contagious laugh. . . .fun-loving with a spark of deviltry. . . .sincere, loyal, ana considerate. . . .a wonderful friend to have. . . .cute as they come! . . . .where did you get all that en- ergy ?... . with her warmth and charm, she is sure to succeed. . . .Tony!. . . Eileen. JANICE V. PANDOLFI A worthy member of the football cjueen’s court. . . .nicely dressed. . . . dark eyes that sparkle when she smiles, which is always. . . .possesses innum- erable friends .... mild-mannered . .. .a conscientious worker. . . . a pretty girl is like a melody”.... Randy . . . .Janice. CAROL A. PARZYCH One half of a popular pair. . . .neat, petite, a pleasure to meet. . . .a cheer- leader. . . .a warm and friendly per- sonality. . . .neat hair-do’s. . . .likes to get silly. . . .always agreeable and easy to please. . . .Dave. . . .Carol. ROXEEN PINNEY Her short skirts reflect the latest fash- ions. . . .always searching for excite- ment .... her actions reveal a mis- chievous nature. ... firm, frank, but friendly. . . .lives each day to the full . . . .always flirting. . . .flexible good humor which can adapt to any situa- tion .... Roxy. 38 KATHLEEN M. POND Loads of pep and energy... .pint- sized. . . .a little devil!. . . .a wonder- ful personality that claims her many friends. . . .how many colorguard can we fit into Kathy's station wagon? . . . .slightly sentimental. . . .le matin . .Puddle!?!____Kathy. EMANUEL POULOS Always has a new joke to tell. . . . loves to tease. . . .terror at the wheel . . . .Roxeen's brother??. . . .always chewing gum. . . .carefree and happy . . . .never a dull moment. . . .one can't help enjoying his company. . . . Manny. KENNETH R. PREFONTAINE Talented in the math field. . . .a loyal Zayre employee. . . .four years of study have made him a worthy mem- ber of the National Honor Society . . . .girls’ looks are his favorite books and how he loves to study....his quietness is deceiving. . . .Ken. CAROLYN D. PSHOLKA A lady from her feet'to her fingertips . . . .neat dresser. . . .a worthy friend to all. . . .sweet and soft spoken. .. . a petite miss. . . .a cute giggle. . . .a warm, friendly disposition. . . .oh, that white convertible!. . . .never runs out of smiles. .. .Carolyn. NANCY PREW Well on her way to becoming a pro- fessional dancer. . . .a snappy gal with her own sense of humor. . . .loves fun and parties.... peppy and vivacious . . . .possesses unusual acrobatic tal- ents. . . .dancing feet and a laughing heart distinguish her sunny nature . . . .Paula. 39 JOHN P. RACHEK Very friendly and well-liked. . . .eager to help out any time. .. .blond hair envied by all the brunette girls!. . . . always wearing a smile. . . .dimples! never a bad word for anyone. . . .ap- preciates a good joke. . . .Junior Class treasurer. . . .John. DAVID G. RAMSEY Well-known. . . .staid and solemn . . . .nice-looking. . . .blushes from the toes up. . . .always dressed neatly ... .do you live at the shopping cen- ter, Dave?. . . .his smile is rare but warming. . . .Carol. . . .Dave. BEVERLY RASCHI A congenial heart that claims many friends. . . .sugar and spice and every- thing nice. . . .a worry wart!.... a more sincere or modest person couldn't be found.... dependable and co-oper- ative. . . .easily embarrassed!. .. .re- spected and respectful.... Bev. GAYLE REIDY Neat and attractively dressed.... a hint of sophistication.... Is it true blonds have more fun?. . . .a person- ality to please everyone. . . .a placid, undisturbed way about her. . . .mod- esty is all important. . . .a smile that shines from beneath. . . .Gayle. JEFFREY G. REYNOLDS Mr. Leonardi’s valuable assistant. . . . blushes easily and often. . . .depend- able and conscientious.... a deep- rooted love of sports.... a senior hockey player. . . .a ski enthusiast . . . .small men are men of power . . . .Jeff. CHRISTINE ROBINSON Quiet but pleasant ways. . . .a loyal Agawam fan. . . .constantly smiling . . . .believes in life-long friendships . . . .will do anything for a friend . .. .tries hard to please. . . .friendly to all. .. .Chris. 40 MICHAEL ROMANKO Capable of admirable accomplishments . . . .tall and sharp in appearance. . . . a definite asset to the basketball five . .. .everyone who thinks he is quiet is in for a surprise!. . . . Here today, gone tomorrow” attitude. . . .always an alternate.... a terrific sense of humor. . . .Mike. MAUREEN A. ROMANOWSKI Small but mighty when necessary.... neat and well-mannered.... person- ality twice her size. . . .always afraid of being an inconvenience. . . .proves the saying, Good things come in small packages.”. . . .a pert cheer- leader. . . .not an enemy in the world ____Mo. JEANNE A. ROSSI Always laughing and causing laughter .... full of fun.... never at a loss for words!. . . .enjoys a good argu- ment.... holy cow” .... diligent and willing worker. . . .one of the football queen finalists. . . .Donnie . . . .Jeanne. MARY ANN ROSSI Planning for early marriage. . . .small in size but not in spirit. . . .steadfast opinions.... future working girl.... her heart is as big as the sun and just as golden....a chatterbox in fourth period study. .. .student li- brarian .... Henry.... Mary. DORIS FARRIS RUSSO A favor done with no need to ask . . . .radiating sunshine from a heart of pure gold. . . .cherishing each friendship as a once-upon-a-lifetime gift. . . .aspirations in the nursing field. .. .treasurer of Future Nurses Club. .. .always volunteering for committee work.... Doris. DIANE ST. JEAN Goodness is the core of her being ... .she just loves stenography!?! treasures her friendships and is treas- ured by her friends. . . .freckles, freckles, freckles!. . . .plans to attend Northampton Commercial College . .. .possesses a determination for things worthwhile. . . .Ron. . . . Dc- De. JOANN SANTINELLO Refined in manner and attitude. . . . pretty face framed by lovely dark hair. . . .firm and honest. . . .stands up for her beliefs. . . .a calm appear- ance. . . .a true lady who has every- th that makes for popularity. . . . Joann. PATRICIA A. SASSARONE A smile for everyone she sees. . . . sews well.... loyalties that run deep ....never seems to be in a hurry ... .a joy to be with. . . .a mischie- vous manner and a delightful wit. . . . Pat. GENE SAUR Never hesitates to join in the fun . . . .stamp collecting is one of his many hobbies. . . .spends much of his time in the art room. . . .a capable and diligent worker. . . .quiet except when he’s with the boys. . . .a sincere and true friend....a career in art lies ahead. . . .Gene. JOHN J. SAVIOLI A student who takes his studies se- riously. .. .a true gentleman.... there is a time for talking and a time for keeping still. . . .his pleasant ways make him welcome in any crowd.... sure to be a success in college. . . . There is more in me than appears on the surface . . . .Sue. . . .John. LOUIS V. SCHERPA Can usually be found skiing. . . .owns a crazy white car... . never without a smile. .. .remember Miss Miller’s second period class!....generous in everything he does. . . .a hard and dependable worker. . . .a wonderful addition to our class when he trans- ferred. . . .Louie. JUDITH L. SCHINDLER Cute and vivacious. . . .mischievous sparkle. . . .a regular fireball where any fun is involved. . . .so wonder- fully likeable. . . .prone to blush. .. . talkative. . . . What'll we do to- night?”. . . .Judy. 42 LINDA SCHMAELZLE Sincere. . . .always has time to support a good cause. . . .hard-working stu- dent of journalism. . . .a shutterbug . . . .capable and diligent reporter for the Mirror. . . .out-spoken ideas. . . . chairman of the Library Art Staff. . . . lover of classical music.... Linda. OLIVER SEIBERT An endless love for skating. . . .the captain of our hockey team. . . .drives a very unusual jeep. . . .a pleasant personality accompanied by a friendly- nature. . . .an avid track fan. . . .quiet at times, but always eager to have a good time. . . .Ollie. LINDA M. SHAKESPEARE A worthy National Honor Society student. . . .petite primness. .. .aspir- ations in the nursing field. . . .a pleas- ant air of tranquility. . . .brings to mind a country girl with an old- fashioned charm....a genuine sen- sitivity. .. .ever cheerful. . . .Linda. JOHN R. SHEA An abundance of intelligence. . . .easy to talk to.... the ultimate of polite- ness. . . . First National employee. . . . often seen in theJQwaiv.. . a friendly and easy� i iA«iJ£ J VvVjohn. nd easyp g mj a- A (ya v lEtf NADETTE M. SLAIMEN Small and full of energy. . . .is will- try anything once.... an art . . . .short skirts and black stockings. . . .interests outside school fun to be with. . . .good-natured Tiendly. . . .Bernie. ROBERT F. SLOBODA Laughter in every situation. . . .bright- ens up everyone’s day. . . .a wonder- ful sport. . . .his friendship, a treas- ure, his treasure, his friends. . . .a heart as big as Texas.... a person you can always confide in... . he has an understanding that makes all problems little ones. .. .Bob. 43 DONALD SPRANDEL Natural and pleasing ways....fre- quent visits to West Side.... neat appearance. . . .terrific dancer. . . . quiet in the classroom. . . .often seen with Howie. . . .nice to know. . . . Don. GARY F. STRNISTE Strives to do his best. . . .a true friend to many. . . .well-mannered and sin- cere. . . .one of the library boys. . . . active sense of humor. . . .meticulous in his studies. . . .a shy smile with friendliness in his eye. . . .Gary. ARTHUR STROLE A smile that charms many. . . .an un- predictable nature, a quickly chang- ing mood. . . .tall and lanky. . . .a person who doesn't burden others with his worries. . . .an easy-going exterior disguises his quick temper. . . .his motto: Live it up. . . .Kirby. JOHN SUMMERLIN Likes to ride around in his blue Ford . .. .tobogganing can lead to incon- veniences. . . . Hey, Chirp!”. .. .re- flective blue eyes.... possesses nu- merous friends. . . .easy to talk to. . . . has a way with the girls. . . .Jack. SUSAN E. TALMADGE A lady at all times. . . .happy and sin- cere in her friendships. . . .a good student. . . .a perfect combination of poise and personality. . . .our junior marshal... .anyone for a drink of water?. .. .respect for all, respected by all. .. .Ralph. . . .Sue. MARLENE G. TATRO A quiet exterior well worth penetrat- ing. .. .easy to like. .. .a talent for sewing. . . .plans an early marriage . . . .nice clothing. . . .generally seen with Mary. . . .refined, gentle, and se- rious .... a commercial student.... Marlene. 44 THOMAS THEROUX A mind of his own. . . .a good stu- dent. . . .possesses an inquiring mind . .. .loves French class?!?. . . .enjoys a good argument and can always find one. . . .a true and loyal friend. . . . Tom. CAROL A. TOMASSETTI An enthusiastic worker in all en- deavors .... conscientious student.... dresses in the best of taste. . . .assist- ant editor of the Sachem.... hates to be teased.... one of the football queen’s court. . . .wealthy in friends . . . .Tom’s one of the busiest seniors at A.H.S.....Carol. NANCY E. TOUSSAINT Full of pep and fun. . . .a hundred words a minute, and no typewriter . . . .neat, curly hair. . . .a good sport . . . .everyone’s friend. . . .a willing worker. . . .a happy smile for everyone . . . .outgoing personality. . . .Nancy. DONALD J. TOWER His willing heart makes nothing im- possible. . . .has a true, calm nature ... .his many friends reflect his pleas- antness and generosity. .. .can usual- ly be seen in a Volkswagen.... never refuses a handshake in algebra class ....a gentleman at all times.... Don. LINNA M. TOWER Paragon of neatness. . . .ranks high in the senior class both scholastically and socially... .wears the heart of Nichols College. .. .possesses smooth- ness of manner and reliability in all tasks. . . .diligence is the mother of good fortune. . . .exact in etiquette . . . .Linna. LILLIAN I. TROMBLEY Flirtatious. . . .spirit of independence . . . . Let tomorrow take care of it- self’’... .education seems to be a passing fancy. . . .striking dark hair and large eyes. . . .serious at just the right moments. . . .good-hearted ras- cality. . . .Lillian. 45 RICHARD M. VERMEIREN Our yearbook photographer. .. .sel- dom seen without his camera. . . .a member of the track team. . . .finds much enjoyment in the Biology Club .... a boy of deep thoughts.... quiet but always friendly. . . .Dick. DAVID F. WALSH A conscientious student of Spanish ... .a Junior addition from West Side. . . .nice-looking. . . .a frequent visitor of the Laurel Coffee Shop . . . .strongly anti-Gold water. . . .of- ten seen with Walt....his pleasant personality has won him many friends in his two years at A.H.S...Dave. JANICE L. WARREN Cute and lively. .. .coquettish. . . .a bouncy cheerleader. . . .always a new complex!. . . .willing to have or pro- vide a good time. . . .one can’t help liking her. . . .her laugh is the craziest . . . .John. . . .Candy. EDWARD C. WEBER Small in stature, big in heart. . . . Russ’ sidekick.... Eddie can always be found where there is fun.... Wanna go for a ride in my truck?” .... those sneaky eyes!. . . . Debbie’s guardian. . . . Web.”. . . .Eddie. RANDALL W. WHITE Known for his subtle humor. . . . handsome. . . .as casual and easy- going as they come. . . .an indepen- dent air. . . .easy to talk to. . . .seems honestly concerned about others. . . . well-known and popular. . . .Janice .... Randy. FRED WOJNAROWICZ Enjoys a good time. . . .possesses care- free ways and a devilish glance. . . . always with Ralph and Manny. . . . troubles never seem to trouble him . . . .mischief is the king and he is its slave. . . .well-liked by many. . . . Fred. 46 HOLLY J. WRIGHT Impulsive nature. . . .a never-ending search for fun . . . .What color will your hair be tomorrow?. . . . fun to be with. .. .surmounts problems. . . .her fa- vorite class is art.... always up on the latest styles .... loves to dance.... Holly. GEORGE FAVREAU Fun to be with. .. .carefree and cheerful. . . .well- liked by his many friends. .. .mannerly. . . .infec- tious laugh. . . .devilish eyes. . . .nice-looking. . . . sharp wit.... loves to clown and tease.... George. DAVID F. SULLIVAN Seems to be so shy, but!!....proud of his big Bonneville”. . . .cute!. . . .takes everything as it comes. . . .loves hockey. . . .just as good-natured and likeable as one can be. . . .seldom gives a serious answer. . . .Sully. . . .Dave. MICHAEL STAWACZ Quiet, pleasing personality. .. .has an ability to get along with fellow classmates. . . .unselfish and gen- uine qualities. .. .an impassive nature. ... indus- trious ways. . . .a keen sense of humor. . . .Mike. DAVID VERSAILLES A quiet exterior. .. .his sharp wit amuses many. . . . Gyro”. . . .a warm, sincere personality. . . .loves to laugh and have fun. . . .a friendly person who enjoys life. . . .has a kind word for everyone. . . .determined to attain his high standards. . . .Dave. 47 music ey GR IAN AS7A' FERRERO DEAKJ JEVONS lvrics ey ELI 2. A ETH 6URWS COMMA A6ELL LASS SONG 3 I 1 7 'J hM s [fliT uj. MJj )TJ 3 55 Si SZZ3 ZZ DM 0b C 7 [4 4 © UiL a 57AR5 ARE LUcEl OCALS T CV SflM E SOBtOHf WR£WWE AEG YOuHC HO'THlNG SEEMS TOO WE MUST SET OUR SIGHTS CW WHAT IS RlCrtT AND WHAT IS COOP THEN WE WJU. SUC- I 2 AM -A- J U.C7 F -P l r3_ I g 'i YV U -i3[g ZEE , :AA TO REACH A STAR , OUR OfcSTl VY CG.CD ajsjO_TQUCH A ST AR AMP REACH (jUIL V 'CTo . , -r V cT STARS WiU6£OUR GuiOEVvELL ALWAYS ------ 6fl cV 1 I £ E=Z 1 £ IT 2 ■f 2 Trust their swiw a g light though dreams may NJy all come true we'll ne-vER lose our faith Class History On September 5, 1958, we, as freshmen, invaded Agawam High School. After the usual period of adjustment, the years flew steadily by until we at last became the UPPERCLASSMEN. We enjoyed being uppermost in the school—until June 7, 1962, at last arrived and our high school days were over. Do you remember the wonderful years of . . . 958-59 We’ll never see another day like our first at AHS. We were really typical freshmen, lost and bewildered. Once settled, however, we elected Prank Buoniconti, Carol Tomassetti, Janice Pandolfi, and Roger Brown our class officers. Diane Moraczewski, Connie Harris, Kathy Pond, Gail Bitgood, Diane St. Jean, and Ginny Burton were chosen as cheerleaders for the Freshman basketball team. Our class party, the S.S. Agawam,” was carried out in a nautical theme and proved very successful under the supervision of our class advisor, Mr. Skolnick. 1959- 60 We couldn't be called Those Freshmen” any longer; we were sophomores. Our class officers were Roland Gaboury, Kathy Pond, Ann Mathicur, and Frank Buoniconti. Just before the opening of basketball season, Judy Schindler, Carolyn Bousquet, Diane Moraczewski, Carol Tomassetti, and Maureen Romanowski were voted Junior Varsity cheerleaders. Mr. Ashton became our new class advisor in time to supervise our class party, Soph-Beat ’62, which gave us all a chance to compete for the Best Beatnik prize (which was won by Liz Ferry). Our cafeteria took on a Greenwich Village atmosphere as we ate pizza and listened to poetry and bongo drums. 1960- 61 We were finally juniors—only two more years left. Mr. Ashton decided to remain with us as class advisor. Our class officers that year, elected by a new method, were Fran Capitanio, Kathy Pond, Jane Kusiak, and John Rachek. Although we had staged a battle for new class rings and had lost, we were still filled with pride when the tradi- tional rings arrived. On December 16, our Junior Cabaret, Starlight Fantasy,” which turned the cafeteria into a starry wonderland, was almost cancelled because of hazardous weather conditions. Jane Kusiak, Sandy Drzyzga, and Gail Bitgood won positions on the cheering squad, while Connie Harris and Maureen Romanowski served as alternates. A beautiful Roman temple surrounded by flower-filled gardens formed the background of our Junior- Senior Prom, Roman Twilight.” The chairmen and committee members who worked so diligently received due reward in the many praises that our prom received. While Sue Talmadge and Mickey Connelly, our Junior Mar- shals, led the graduating class through their final assembly, we proudly occupied the senior seats in the auditorium. 1961- 62 This was our year—we were seniors at last. Our first day as seniors, however, contained one flaw—the Brown Derby. Our first class meeting, conducted by our officers for the year, Fran Capitanio, Betsy Burns, Connie Har- ris, and Debbie Robinson, eliminated the derby and inaugurated the orange crew hat. At the second annual Foot- ball Queen Contest, Alice Davis was chosen to reign over the ’61 football season with her court consisting of Joanne Gobeille, Carol Tomassetti, Jeanne Rossi, and Janice Pandolfi. Though small in number, our football team thrilled the hearts of every football fan as they fought their way to the Western Massachusetts AA Conference Co- Championship. Ondy Warren, Dotti Montagna, Maureen Romanowski, Connie Harris, Sandy Drzyzga, Jane Kusiak, and Carol Parzych cheered our teams through very successful seasons. All those in the Senior Play gave an out- standing performance on December 8 when our class play, Romanoff and Juliet,” was presented under the direc- tion of Miss St. Jean. Carol Tomassetti and Alan Clark had been our representatives to Girls’ State and Boys’ State, and Fran Capitanio was chosen as our Good Government Day representative. Mike Corcoran was selected to deliver his speech about the Constitution at a district contest. Meanwhile, in the capable hands of Dotti Montagna (and under the supervision of Miss Marieb), our yearbook was taking shape as the various committees worked to fill the ’62 Sachem with wonderful, lasting memories. Moving into the beautiful new addition interrupted our usual routine, but we soon settled down to assume our proper dignity. On the night of December 22, however, all dignity was thrown to the winds at our Kid Party. The Second Battle of the Sexes showed the generosity of the girls in letting the boys win. Two announcements filled AHS with pride. Our band was chosen to represent Massachusetts in the Music Man Band Competition in Mason City, Iowa, and Betsy Burns and Niles Mortcnson became finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Contest. The year drew to a close as we signed class pictures, attended our class banquet, and loafed through our last days of classes. Before we knew it, June 7 had arrived, and the class of 1962 was graduated from Agawam High School. 49 Whimsical Picture me upon your knee — Pat N. O.K.. who’s the wise guy ? — Jack G. I get so excited! —Doris R. Beats working —Norm J. If I step on these pants once more—Judy M. Ma and Pa Ket- tle—Sandy A. and Louis S. Ah, come on Mo, how about a date?—Dean J. and Maureen R. I'm practicing for Playboy” —Lynne M. Mommy, I have to—Rita D. Mommy, I did —Beverly R. Wonderland Life is white and wonderful.— Connie H. Never fear, Judy, big frank is here.—Judy B. 4- Frank B. Bozo Montagna. —Dottie M. Oh. that cafe- teria food!— Mary- C. money, honey; I got the time. Linna T. + Don T. I’m going places. —Linda S. Stzaah! — Mary Look, Ma, no R. cavities.—Mary M. Ballot Box TITLE FIRST CHOICE SECOND CHOICE Miss I. Q. Elizabeth Burns Linda Shakespeare Beverly Malone Mr. I. Q. Alan Clark Niles Mortenson Miss Personality Carol Tomassetti Susan Talmadge Mr. Personality Francis Capitanio Dean Jcvons Class Lady- Susan Mensch Susan Talmadge Class Gentleman Roland Gaboury Michael Romanko Prettiest Girl Joanne Gobiellc Janice Pandolfi Most Handsome Boy Roland Gaboury David Ramsev Friendliest Girl Gail Bitgood Susan Talmadge Friendliest Boy- Robert Sloboda Francis Capitanio Best Athlete (Girl) Virginia Burton Jane Kusiak Best Athlete (Boy) Richard Nacewicz Ronald Borgatti Best Dressed Girl Constance Harris Joanne Gobielle Best Dressed Boy- Roland Gaboury David Ramsey All Around Girl Carol Tomassetti Jane Kusiak All Around Boy Francis Capitanio Robert Sloboda Class Wit (Girl) Sandra Ambrogi Dorothy Montagna Patricia Doyle Jeanne Rossi Class Wit (Boy) Brian Asta-Ferrero Santo Demichele Girl Who Did Most Carol Tomassetti Elizabeth Burns I-'or The School Jane Kusiak Boy Who Did Most For The School Francis Capitanio Alan Clark Biggest Tease (Girl) Jeanne Rossi Dorothy Montagna Sandra Ambrogi Biggest Tease (Boy) Santo Demichele Roger Brown Peter Hayes Class Coquette Dorothy Montagna Janice Warren Class Casanova Roland Gaboury- Richard Nacewicz Girl Most Likely To Succeed Elizabeth Burns Carol Tomassetti Boy Most Likely To Succeed Alan Clark Charles McCobb Class Chatterbox (Girl) Dorothy Harper Nancy- T ussaint Class Chatterbox (Boy) Brian Asta-Ferrero Gerald Metayer Best Girl Dancer Deborah Robinson Arlene Ayers Best Boy Dancer Roland Gaboury Santo Demichele Best Actress Elizabeth Burns Susan Mensch Best Actor Dean Jcvons Brian Asta-Ferrero Best Musician Brian Asta-Ferrero John Graveline Best Girl Singer Pamela Lockhart Judith Decker Best Boy Singer Dean Jcvons Brian Asta-Ferrero Class Clown (Girl) Sandra Ambrogi Dorothy Montagna Class Clown (Boy) Brian Asta-Ferrero Santo Demichele Most Popular Girl Carol Tomassetti Jeanne Rossi Most Popular Boy Francis Capitanio Ronald Borgatti Cutest Girl Maureen Romanowski Joanne Gobielle Cutest Boy- David Sullivan Christopher Beer Most Mischievous Girl Judy Schindler Judith Decker Patricia Ncgrucci Marsha Martino Most Mischievous Boy Santo Demichele Brian Asta-Ferrero Quietest Girl Carol Miller Freda Bleek Class Couple Carol Parzych Janice Pandolfi David Ramsey Randy White Gifts DONNA ABELL Bell Because it matches your name so well, We leave to you this little bell. SANDRA AMBROGl Tranquilizer You’re always excited and never stand still; We thought you could use this little pill. BRIAN ASTA-FERRERO Trip to Mexico For one who enjoys imitating Jose, A trip to Mexico is on the way. ROBERT AVEZZIE Noisemaker Because you're quiet and don't make a sound, This will help us to know you're around. ARLENE AYERS Dancing Shoes To you we give these dancing shoes. So you can dance away the blues. LINDA BAILEY Beetle Here's a beetle, dainty and small, For one of the littlest girls of all. ALEX BAKER Drumsticks With these drumsticks you will find All your worries are left behind. ELIZABETH BAUFFALDI Letter A You like all sports, so it is said; Accept this letter when your name is read. CHRISTOPHER BEER Bar Bells There is no weight that Chris can't lift; A bar bell set is a perfect gift. ROLAND BENCIVENNI New Car We know a new car is what you want, And may you take many a jaunt. GAIL BITGOOD Good Luck Charm Any girl as nice as you Should have good luck her whole life through. FREIDA BLEEK Bell Because you never make a sound. Use this bell when you're around. JOANNE BONFITTO Feliz Comic Book Read this comic book every day That your Felix is far away. DOLORES BONOMI We give this bottle of milk to you To help your future dreams come true. RONALD BORGATT I This doctor’s bag to Doc” we give To insure the many years he'll live. CAROLYN BOUSQUET To a gal who’s always bright and gay. We give to you this colorful bouquet. ROBERT BREWER For Mr. Brewer here’s a can of beer; We know you didn’t make it here. ROGER BROWN School spirit will never fall down As long as orange is kept with Brown. JUDY BUONICONTI Complaint Dept. Sign Since you always complain in good voice, A complaint dept, sign is the best choice. Bottle of Milk Doc” Bag Bouquet Beer An Orange FRANK BUONICONTI Frank To you we give this tasty frank. This is your gift; it’s not a prank. BETSY BURNS When you graduate and go to college, Use this pen to record your knowledge. VIRGINIA BURTON To fame and fortune you will march on, If you use this shiny baton. JOANNE BUSH Since your fingers are so nimble, We give to you this little thimble. JOANNE BUSHEY Sheet Music Sheet music will help you sing The songs that pleasant memories bring. FRANCIS CAPITANIO Copy of Cyrano De Bergerac This copy of Cyrano we give to thee; We have a reason as anyone can sec. WAYNE CARROLL Christmas Carols At the next Christmas Party be sure to bring Mr. Carroll with his songs to sing. THOMAS CASCIO Red Ford Using the car you'll wear down each tire, While traveling to places of your desire. ALAN CLARK Test Tube Use this test tube to mix and boil; Maybe you'll find a new kind of oil. JOSEPH CLEARY Megaphone Shout through this megaphone, loud and clear, So everyone will know you are here. RANDALL CLOW Psychology Notebook Here’s a psychology notebook for you, In place of those which you never do. JOHN COLLINS Engine Here's an engine for your truck In hopes it will give you better luck. MARY CONLIN Mask When you wear this silly mask, Making people laugh will be an easy task. MICHAEL CONNELLY Whistle This is for you to use as bait When you want to get a date. MICHAEL CORCORAN Oscar Since you did a great job in the Senior play, We give you this oscar, without delay. TERESA CORLISS Skunk To Terry we give another skunk. To add to the collection on her bunk. NANCY CORRIVEAU Writing Paper You have pen pals overseas we know; This paper will help your friendships grow. LESLEY COVENTRY Cigarettes Cigarettes cost us twenty-eight cents. So we hope you like this package of Kents. JANE CROSSOTTI Hairdressing Kit Since hairdressing is the career for you, With this kit you can make a hairdo. Quill Pen Baton Thimble 53 CHARLES CROUSS Taps You can always be heard by the taps on your shoes; Here’s a new pair we hope you will use. JOHN CROWLEY This fine saddle will help make a ride That will save your horse and its hide. ALICE DAVIS Wear this crown so you will be seen, And all will know our football queen. JUDY DECKER Eating candy in class was your delight, So a candy bar should prove just right. PAMELA DEFORGE A college boy would be your joy; Here's one for you, though only a toy. Saddle Crown Candy Bar College Boy SANTO DEMICHELE Italian Lessons Since you are an Italian through and through, We thought these lessons would be the best for you. ROBERT DeSIMONE Zayre Bag Here's a Zayre bag, here's the door, Soon, we hope, you'll own the store. PATRICIA DOYLE Bobby Pin We thought of Bob; we thought of you, But a bobby pin was the best we could do. BERNARD DREWNOWSKI Matches May these matches always inspire Your desire to set the world on fire. SANDRA DRZYZGA Curler Because you like your hair just right. We know you'll use these curlers each night. BARBARA DUBIA Pepny Bank Since a penny pincher is what you are, With this bank you will go far. RITA DUCLOS Pin Cushion We give you this pin cushion so you will know Where to put the pins when you sew. CAROLYN DUNN Photograph Album Don't forget school as the years go by; This album will remind you of Agawam High. JOHN EAGEN Boxing Lessons Boxing lessons develop might; Take these lessons and use them right. GEORGE EASTON Compass Use this compass so you will know In what direction you should go. GEORGE FARVEAU Driving Lessons These driving lessons will help you to be The kind of driver we like to see. MARY FAY Nailpolish Use this nailpolish for each nail; Use it always without any fail. CAROL FAZIO Ruler When you start teaching school, This gift will help to keep the rule. JOHN FERRANTI Diction Lessons Here are diction lessons for the letter L; Now you'll be able to say ''swell or well.” ANGELO FERRARO Halo One look at Angelo and you will discover, This halo must belong to another. PHYLLIS FERRARI Crutch Use this crutch in case you slip, As you did on the Biology trip. DIANE FERRERO Pat Boone Picture Since over this singer you do swoon, We give you a picture of the famous Pat Boone. ELIZABETH FERRY Boat Liz, we hope this little ferry boat Will help keep your happiness afloat. JOHN FIORINI Can of Spinach This can of spinach will help you grow, Into the nicest boy we know. WALTER FOGG Fog Horn Because your name is like this toy. We could give it to no other boy. RUSSELL FOWLER Taxi Sign Since you’re always giving someone a lift, This taxi sign will be a perfect gift. MARY FRANCOLINI Diamond Ring Knock, knock, on your door! Here's the ring you've been waiting for. CAROL FUR ION I Fur Coat This fur coat will help you be Warm and comfortable on land or sea. ROLAND GABOURY Mirror For a boy who is a gentleman dandy, This mirror should come in handy. MARILYN GAMELLI Mascara When your eyes lose their natural beauty, This mascara will do its duty. PAMELA GAY Handkerchief When during opening exercises you begin to sneeze, Use this handkerchief if you please. GAIL GAZAR Star To fulfill your dreams wherever you arc. Make your wishes on this lucky star. JOANNE GOBIELLE Toothpaste To keep your ' Friendly” smile bright, Use this toothpaste morning and night. DONALD GOSS Mr. Clean To give your car a bright new sheen, Use this bottle of Mr. Clean. DONALD GOWDY Bow and Arrow In archery you possess much skill; Use this bow and arrow if you will. CLOVIS GOYETTE Four Leaf Clover We give this four leaf clover to you; We hope it will keep you from feeling blue. JOHN GRAVELINE Trumpet On your trumpet you do blow; This horn will bring you fame, we know. CAROL HAMAR Hammer Because this gift sounds like your name, Accept it. though it's not the same. MAUREEN HARKINS Comb Because you keep your hair just so, You'll need this comb wherever you go. GEORGE HARNOIS Tech Tiger This Tech Tiger we did buy For Tech's contribution to Agawam High. 54 DOROTHY HARPER To you we give this little gag, So you will no longer talk or nag. CONSTANCE HARRIS For an extra dessert you always ask; Getting this one was no easy task. RAYMOND HASELTINE Since hunting to you is a lot of fun, We give to you this little gun. PETER HAYES When in hockey you throw a fit, You will surely need this first aid kit. Gag Extra Dessert Gun First Aid Kit NORMAN JASMIN Jasmine Tea Here is a cup of jasmine tea, To help keep you in tranquility. HELEN JANULEWICZ Second Gear Use this second gear for your car, So you can go both near and far. JANET IMELIO Horse As your favorite animal is a horse, Here is your gift: a horse, of course. DEAN JENNINGS Welcome Mat You're new to Agawam; we re glad you came, Here's a welcome mat signed with your name. JOHN JERSERSKI Sunglasses These sunglasses will be of aid, When the sun's out, they'll give you shade. DEAN JEVONS Mistletoe Hang this mistletoe on your door, And show the girls what it’s for. CHARLES KATSANOS Slide Rule To be a success in any school. All you need is this slide rule. JANE KUSIAK Aqua Lung This aqua lung will be just dandy, For skin diving it will come in handy. ARTHUR LaFLEUR Dolly Here's a dolly just for you, So when your girl’s away, you won't feel blue. VERONICA LECLERC Eclair To Ronnie we give this chocolate eclair To be eaten on days cloudy or fair. JUDY LETELLIER Apple Since teaching is what you want to do, Let us be the first to give an apple to you. EDWARD LEAL Car To prove what a good mechanic you are, We ll let you tinker with this car. PAULA LIPSKI Lipstick Use this lipstick, bright and red, And to happiness you will be led. SUSAN LITTLEFIELD Powder Puff Because you are as sweet as Marshmallow fluff, We give to you this powder puff. PAMELA LOCKHART Key We give you this key; we've done our part. Now it's your duty to unlock your heart. JOHN LUDEMAN Football We give you this football for the fame You gained as lineman of the Greenfield game. JAMES MATHESON Seat A seat- next to Bcv we give to you, So in homeroom you won’t be blue. BEVERLY MALONE Pencils As a secretary you'll be dandy; Keep these pencils sharp and handy. JAMES MANDEVILLE Horse Shoe May good luck come with this horseshoe, For all the years ahead of you. MARCIA MARTINO Martini This martini will bring happiness to you; Take it as a remedy when you are blue. LOUIS M ASTRO I AN I An Invitation Because parties are appealing .to you, Here's an invitation from the Class of '62. ANNE MATH IE W Copy of Seventeen To you we give a copy of Seventeen Because in the best of clothes you are seen. JILL MAURER Stilts You seem to be getting smaller and smaller; These stilts will make you look much taller. HUGH McBRIDE Plaid Vest When you go out, please wear this vest. Enjoy yourself; you'll be at your best. CHARLES McCOBB Golf Club This club will improve any game, And lead you on to golfing fame. MARY McEWEN Map of Agawam In case you forget your way around, We give you this map of our fair town. MARLENE McMAHON Elevator Shoes Each year you seem to be smaller and smaller; We hope these shoes will make you taller. LINDA MELLONI Pass to Drive-In Although you do not need this pass, It will be your gift from the class. SUSAN MENSCH Make-up Kit To Sue we give this make-up kit, For in modeling she'll be a hit. GERALD MATAYER Library Pass We give to you this library pass, To use when you want to get out of class. RUSSELL MERWIN A Gadget Here's a gadget for you to try; This one you don't have to buy. CAROL MILLER Loudspeaker This loudspeaker will help us hear Your words of wisdom, your words of cheer. JOHN MISIALEK Igloo Use this well-heated igloo. For it seems a swell home for you. DOROTHY MONTAGNA Pickle Even though your tastes aren't fickle, Tell us why you asked for a pickle. JUDY MONTAGNA Needle and Thread You love to sew; so it is said. Therefore, we give you this needle and thread. JAMES MONTGOMERY Roller Skates Whenever you're in the mood for dating, Take your girl to go roller skating. 55 DIANE MORACZEWSKI Datebook When you tell us about those dates, Use this datebook to keep them straight. LYNNE MORIN Piggy Bank A piggy bank for one who’s wiser, A thrifty gal, but not a miser. NILES MORTENSON “No-Doze” Pills These no-doze pills will have the power, To keep you awake during Physics hour. RICHARD NACEWICZ Hockey Stick This hockey stick we hope you use; Your victories will make the news. HOWARD NARDI Noodles Because Noodles is your appellation, Have some more on our recommendation. PATRICIA NEGRUCCI Ski To Pat we give this little ski; An Olympic star she'll someday be. WALTER NELSON Voice Lessons Because your voice is not too strong. These lessons will correct what’s wrong. ROBERT OLIVER Peppermint Patty We give you this peppermint patty today, To remind you of Pat when she’s far away. LORRAINE ORTNER Q-tip Let this Q-tip replace the one you use, When your lipsticks are low in the tubes. EILEEN OTTO Tennis Racket We give this tennis racket to Eileen, For on the court she is often seen. JANICE PANDOLFI Use this paint brush; use it right. Paint a picture for our delight. CAROL PARZYCH Mary had a little lamb. But Carol Parzych had a ram. ROXEEN PINNEY From this penny a fortune will grow. You will use it wisely; that we know. KATHY POND If you would only drive this bus, There will be room for all of us. Paint Brush Ram Penny Bus MANNY POULOS Gum Gum is something you’re never without; Chew this piece day in and day out. KENNETH PREFONTAINE Share in Zayre You are an employee who works with care; We give to you this share in Zayre. NANCY PREW Brake When you are speeding and see a cop, Here’s a brake to help you stop. PAULA PROVOST Tap Shoes When a tap dance is what we hear, We will know Paula is near. CAROLYN PSHOLKA Magnifying Glass Although you’re not so big in size. You’ll be ten feet tall in all our eyes. JOHN RACHEK Pliers Because being a dentist is one of your desires. We give to you this pair of pliers. DAVID RAMSEY Gavel With this gavel you will recall, When the Student Council elected you last fall. BEVERLY RASCHI Jam To Bev we give this bottle of jam, To remind you of J.A.M. GAYLE REIDY Peroxide Absence makes the heart grow fonder; Peroxide makes the hair grow blonder. JEFFREY REYNOLDS Sneakers Since sneakers you do always wear, We give to you this extra pair. DEBORAH ROBINSON Drawing Pencil As an artist you are good, indeed; This drawing pencil will help you succeed. MICHAEL ROMANKO Basketball It does not matter where you are, With this basketball you will go far. MAUREEN ROMANOWSKI Shrimp Because you never seem to get taller, We named this shrimp, and guess what we called her? JEANNE ROSSI Airplane When that special someone flics far and wide, In this airplane you’ll stay by his side. MARY ROSSI O’Henry Candy Bar On this wrapper you will view, The name of someone close to you. DORIS RUSSO Membership Card Here's a permanent membership card, For a girl who always works so hard. DIANE ST. JEAN Pass to Riverside Since roller skating is your pride, Here is a pass to Riverside. JoANN SANTINELLO Driving Lessons Even though you love your license, please take heed'; These driving lessons you do need. GENE SAUR Paint Set Your artistic talent we know is good; Use these paints as an artist would. JOHN SAVIOLI Horn Blow this horn to make a sound, So everyone will know that you’re around. LOUIS SCHERPA Gas Pump One gas pump is small and meek; We hope you’ll expand within a week. JUDY SCHINDLER Gas This gift of gas we give to thee, For all those rides to A.I.C. LINDA SCHMAELZIE English Book Here’s an English book for you to read; It’s something an English major will need. OLIVER SEIBERT Hockey Puck To you we give this hockey puck, In hopes that it will bring good luck. LINDA SHAKESPEARE Spear We give to you this little spear; We hope that it will not cause fear. JOHN SHEA Scissors We give you scissors to clip your hair, When you’re broke and in despair. 56 BERNADETTE SLA I MEN Cigar You won't smoke this; we know it's true, But this cigar has meaning to you. ROBERT SLOBODA Good Sportsmanship Award You've been a good sport throughout the years, So we hope this award will bring many cheers. DONALD SPRANDEL A new car radio would be good news, We hope this one will stand abuse. MICHAEL STAWASZ Here's a gift, a brand new car, To help you travel near and far. GARY STRINISTE We’ve heard your favorite color in blue, So accept this bluebird that we give you. ARTHUR STROLE A stroll record for you we buy, So you can stroll out of Agawam High. DAVID SULLIVAN We give you this new class hat today. So you can throw that old derby away. Car Radio Car Bluebird Stroll Record Class Hat JOHN SUMMERLIN Blue Ford When you use this gift, you'll have great pride, In traveling to places far and wide. SUSAN TALMADGE Drink of Water A drink of water may not be the same, But we'll know Ralph by any name. MARLENE TATRO Wedding Bells With this wedding bell you will hear, Sounds of happiness throughout the year. THOMAS THEROUX French Lessons These French lessons will help you be, An intelligent tourist in gay Paree.” LILLIAN TROMBLEY Eyebrow Pencil So you can make up your eyes right now, We give you this pencil for your eyebrow. CAROL TOMASETTI Silver Star Here's a silver star to remind us all. Of your parties, where we had a ball. NANCY TOUSSAINT Horn When you want us to know that you're around, Just blow this horn and you'll be found. DONALD TOWER Gift Certificate In Tower's Department Store you can buy. All the things that catch your eye. LINNA TOWER • Dish For your hope chest we give you this dish, And hope it fulfills your every wish. RICHARD VERMEIRAN Film To continue your photographic career, You can take pictures all through the year. DAVID VERSAILLES Vitamin Pills We give to you these vitamin pills, Guaranteed to cure your every ills. DAVID WALSH Talking Pills Because you're such a quiet fellow, These talking pills will make you bellow. JANICE WARREN Worm Because of the nickname you despise, We give you this worm with two big eyes. EDWARD WEBER Spider Web May this spider’s web be entwined, In the best of luck that you can find. RANDY WHITE Wrench Use this wrench to fix your crate; Do it now before it’s too late. FRED WOJNAROWICZ An Autograph Although the teachers sigh at your name, We hope that it will bring you fame. HOLLY WRIGHT Holly Here's a bough of holly red, Which comes to mind when your name is said. Underclassmen 58 Behold! Our star is at its zenith! Let it be noted by nearing galaxies! Yet when our light has dimmed the universe will not fade; Other suns are at the brim of our horizon! Junior Class Officers JOHN MORIN, President JUDITH SARAT, Secretary CYNTHIA BROWN, Vice President MARTIN McMAHON, Treasurer MISS JANE DURKAN, Advisor Sophomore Class Officers HOWARD MOSHER, President JANET FRYER, Secretary CAROL ST. JOHN, Vice President JOHN BURNS, Treasurer MISS FRANCES COFRANCESCO, Advisor Freshman Class Officers CHARLES GUYOTTE, President KATHY MEAGHER, Secretary MARILYN OLIVER, Vice President PATRICIA McMAHON, Treasurer MR. FRED SCYOCURKA, Advisor MR. JOHN PETRONE, Advisor 60 Class of 1963 61 CLASS OF 1964 62 Class of 1965 63 Activities The times of laughter and friendship Glow with warmth across the years— Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket, Save it for a rainy day,” Or a lonely day. “Soph-Beat” ’62 66 Junior-Senior Prom Roman Twilight 67 Kid Party 69 Senior Play Romanoff and Juliet Battle of the Sexes j 1 73 Football Queen and Court The Agawam Football Queen, Alice Davis, seated center, is surrounded by her court, Carol Tomassctti, Jo Ann Gobeille, Janice Pandolphi, and Jeanne Rossi. On October 28, 1961, the second annual Football Queen Contest was held in the Agawam High School Auditorium. Five well-chosen girls, representing the senior class, walked across the stage to be judged on (wise, posture, and general appearance. Al- though it was a difficult decision, three disinterested judges chose Alice Davis to reign as queen of the 1961 football season. The four remaining girls automatically became her court, and together they were honored at a dance following the contest. They also appeared at the Chicopee football game, the Gridiron Mother's Supper, the Firemen’s Ball, and the Federal Hill Club. The Agawam Lions Club sponsored the Football Queen Contest for the benefit of the senior class. The senior class, besides receiving the profits made on the contest and dance, received many donations from the generous merchants of our town.. The course of every ship is clotted, The chart of every voyage is studded With signs that hold a vessel to its path. The routes to foreign lands are paved with dreams. Sachem Staff POETRY AND SONG Elizabeth Burns and Brian Asta-Ferrero, Chairmen. CLASS HISTORY Nancy Corriveau, Chairman. Dorothy Montagna, Editor-in-Chief. Carol Tomassctti, Assistant Editor. Miss Joyce Maricb, Advisor. CLASS Gins Norman Jasmin, Chairman. PHOTOGRAPHY Richard Vermieren, Chairman. 71 ART STAFF Deborah Robinson, Chairman STATISTICS Kathy Pond, Chairman PICTURE CAPTIONS BUSINESS STAFF Sandra Ambrogi, Chairman Jeanne Rossi, Chairman 77 BALLOT BOX Roland Gaboury, Chairman CLUBS AND SPORTS Gary Strnistc and Michael Connelly, Chairmen National Honor Society OFFICERS: Alan Clark, President; Susan Talmadge, Vice President; Susan Littlefield, Secretary; Gary Strniste, Treasurer. Miss Eleanor Smith. Advisor. Until this year, honor students graduating from Agawam High School have been honored by membership in the Pro Merito Society, a state organization which was recently disbanded. The honor students of this year’s graduating class are members of the Agawam Chapter of the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools, a national organiza- tion established in 1921 to stimulate the scholarship, service, leadership, and character of secondary school students. The object of the Agawam Chapter as stated in its constitution is to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimu- late a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in stu- dents of Agawam High School. Candidates for election to the chapter must have spent at least one semester in Agawam High School and be a mem- ber of the junior or senior class. They must have maintained an accumulative scholarship average of 85%, or its equivalent, in all major subjects. Members of the sophomore class may be chosen as probationary members at the end of the sophomore year if they have a cumulative average of 88% in all major subjects and if they satisfy the require- ments of scholarship, service, leadership, and character that are also placed on the junior and senior candidates. Members are elected to the Agawam Chapter by a chapter council, consisting of the principal and five members of the faculty, including the sponsor, who is chosen by the principal. Any member who fails to maintain the stan- dards is dropped from the chapter upon recommendation of the council. This action is taken semi-annually. Besides enjoying the honor and recognition of membership in the society, members of the Agawam Chapter re- ceive permanent library passes and official emblems. SENIOR MEMBERS: Brian Asta Ferrero, Linda Baily, Gail Bitgood, Frank Buoniconti, Elizabeth Burns, Virginia Burton, Frances Capitanio, Alan Clark. Randall Clow, Barbara Dubia, Elizabeth Ferry, Carol Fazio, Russell Fowler, Constance Harris, Janet Imelio, Charles Katsanos, Jane Kusiak, Veronica Lcclerc, Susan Littlefield, Beverly Malone, Jill Maurer, Dorothy Montagna, Judith Montagna, Niles Mortenson. Eileen Otto, Kenneth Prefontaine, Carolyn Psholka, Beverly Raschi, Jeanne Rossi, John Savioli, Linda Shakespeare, Gary Striniste. Susan Talmadge, Carol Tomassctti, Linna Tower. 78 Student Council OFFICERS: David Ramsey, President; Constance Harris, Vice President; Joyce Shaker. Secretary; Martin McMahon. Treasurer, Ronald Borgotti, Patrol Captain. Mr. Carboni, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Student Council, composed of representatives from all homeroom class presidents, and the editor of the Mirror, works to secure a better understanding between students and faculty. Its duty is to establish new and to maintain old school traditions and to promote the best interests of the school. PROGRAM: The Student Council supervises the elections of the class officers and varsity cheerleaders. A Clean-Up Campaign and a Council Carnival are conducted annually by the Student Council members. Student Patrol 79 PURPOSE: The Student Patrol maintains order in the cafeteria and controls the flow of traffic through the corridors. Mirror EDITORS: Jane Kusiak, Editor-in-chief; Geraldine Alfano, Assistant Editor; Elizabeth Burns, Feature Editor; Alan Clark, News Editor;. Charles Me Cobb, Sports Editor; Beverly Malone, Business Manager. Mrs. Marie Phenner, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Mirror Staff, with the aid of the journalism classes, successfully published eight news-filled issues, maintaining their previously established high standards of journalism. PROGRAM: The Mirror sponsored a Shout or Pout dance after the first home football game. A very successful stationer)' sale was also conducted by the members of the staff. (SENIOR) MEMBERS: Carolyn Psholka, Phyllis Fcrrarri, Terry Corliss, Paula Lipski, Maureen Harkins, Mary McEwen, Linda Schmaclzle, Pam DeForge, Carol Tommassctti, Elizabeth Ferry. Mike Corcoran. Susan Littlefield, Dorothy Montagna, Pat Ncgrucci, Pam Gay, Mary- anne Rossi, Joanne Bush, Mickey Connelly, Roland Gaboury, Janet Imclio, Connie Harris. Tri-Hi Club OFFICERS: Susan Talmadge, President; Judy Bouniconti, Vice President; Gail Bitgood, Secretary; Virginia Burton, Treasurer; Mrs. Mackler, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Tri-Hi is a social club designed to help build character and to promote friendship and understanding. PROGRAM: The Tri-Hi sponsors a Mother-Daughter Banquet and a March of Dimes Assembly. Personality Club OFFICERS: Maureen Romanowski, President; Madeline McGovern. Vice President; Judy Montagna, Secrctar)-; Carol Silvestrini, Treasurer; Mrs. Scars, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Personality Club helps students to develop pleasant personalities and proper social amenities. PROGRAM: In addition to guest speakers, group discussions and movies, the club sponsors a Sadie Hawkins Dance and a Spring Dance. 83 Debating Club OFFICERS: David Robinson, President; Niles Mor- tenson, Vice President; Dianne Wallace, Secretary; Roger Tyler, Treasurer. Miss Joyce Marieb, Ad- visor. PURPOSE: Through training in the Debating Club, students cultivate an interest in important issues, a curiosity for truth, and a convincing method of presentation. Chess Club OFFICERS: Andy Raguskus, President. PURPOSE: The Chess Club provides instruction to beginners and strives to promote interest in the game. The club schedules inter-school matches so that the members can have an opportunity to play in organized competition. Science Club OFFICERS: Barry Davilli. President; Walter Wil- lard, Vice President; Louis Hcckcr, Secretary; John Trzcinski. Treasurer; Eliot Moren, Project Chairman. Mr. Joseph Faucette, Advisor. PURPOSE: Through exhibits of science and through scientific papers and exchange of data, the Science Club attempts to further knowledge in this field. 82 French Club OFFICERS: Patricia Kane, President; Joan Allen, Vice President; Nancy Foote, Secretary; Mary Duggan, Treasurer. Mrs. Sears, Advisor. PURPOSE: In the French Club students of French, bridging the gap between nations through knowl- edge of language, attempt to better understand their foreign neighbors by studying the life and customs of France. Latin Club OFFICERS: Charles Katsanos, President; Norma Cirillo. Vice President; Judy Williams, Secretary; Paul Halbach, Treasurer. Mrs. Kallock, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Latin Club attempts to stimulate an interest in Roman history through a better under- standing of Roman customs. Spanish National Honor Society OFFICERS: David Walsh, President, Carol Gay, Vice President; Elizabeth Donovan, Secretary; Rose- ann DiVirgilio, Treasurer. Miss Moggio, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Lope de Vega Chapter of the Span- ish National Honor Society is open to students maintaining honor grades in Spanish for two semesters. The club is designed to promote a con- tinuity of interest in the study of Spanish and Spanish speaking countries. Future Teachers of America OFFICERS: Carol Tomassetti. President; Nancy Prew, Vice President; Donna Abell. Treasurer; Carol Sil- vestrini. Secretary. Miss McCormick, Advisor. PURPOSE: Through movies, guest speakers, and visits to local schools, the F.T.A. acquaints interested stu- dents with the teaching profession. Future Nurses Club OFFICERS: Linda Shakespeare, President; Suzanne Ka- rakla. Vice President; Elizabeth Baruffaldi, Secretary; Doris Russo, Treasurer. Mrs. Langlois, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Future Nurses Club attempts to further inform students of the opportunities offered by a nursing career. Math Club OFFICERS: Charles Katsanos, President; Elliot Morin, Vice President; Carol Gay, Secretary-Treasurer. Mr. Laude, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Math Club gives students an oppor- tunity to study advanced math and also to explore the opportunities for a career in mathematics. 84 International Relations Club OFFICERS: Elizabeth Ferry, President; Sue Talmage, Vice President; Susan Littlefield, Secretary; Deborah Robinson. Treasurer. Miss Ward, Advisor. PURPOSE: I.R.C. attempts to stimulate an interest in current world affairs. Student Store Staff PURPOSE: The Student Store, located in the ticket office, serves the student body by selling combs, sweat shirts, pins, pennants, notebooks, and general school supplies. Mr. Altobelli, Advisor. Junior Red Cross OFFICERS: Susan Mensch, President; Carol Silver- strini. Vice President; Paula Mensch, Secretary; Syl- via Mercadante, Treasurer. Mrs. Balsewicz, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Red Cross concentrates on projects which help the ill and needy people of the world. 85 Biology Club OFFICERS: Frank Buoniconti, President; Susan Talmadge, Vice President; Jane Kusiak. Secretary; David Ushmann. Treasurer. Mr. Theodorowicz. Advisor. PURPOSE: The Biology Club is made up of students who have taken or are taking a course in biology. The club was formed in order to give interested students the opportunity to do additional laboratory work, to take field trips, and to do individual project work. 86 Library Staff OFFICERS: Gail Bitgood, President; Michael Bitgood, Vice President; Beverly Raschi, Secretary; Mary Wilson, Treasurer. Mrs. Holmes, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Library Club stimulates reading interests and improves the library service of the school. PROGRAM: Student librarians organize displays for National Book Week and National Library Week. They also write book re- views for the school paper and sell books at the annual Book Fair. Drama Club OFFICERS: Susan Mensch, President; Elizabeth Burns. Vice President; Judy Bonkowski, Secretary; Sheila Dahdah, Treasurer. Miss St. Jean, Advisor. PURPOSE: Besides emphasizing proper characterization, voice, and stage techniques, the Drama Club attempts to imbue its mem- bers with an appreciation of the theater as a medium of art and expression. 87 Art Club OFFICERS: Deborah Robinson, President; Elaine Dciia Pcgarara, Vice President; Pamela Penny, Secretary; Andrea Gallano, Treasurer; Miss Schilling, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Art Club inspires students to an enhanced appreciation of art. PROGRAM: Members tour museums, take sketching trips, view films, and help school organizations with their art work. Camera Club OFFICERS: Richard Vermeircn, President; Jay Clark, Vice President; William Shakespeare. Treasurer; Mr. Buddington, Advisor. PURPOSE: The Camera Club teaches the techniques of picture taking, developing, and printing for the purpose of stimulating an interest in photography as a hobby or a career. Audio-Visual Aids Club OFFICERS: I.ouis Hecker, President; Barry Davilli, Vice President; Andre Fountaine, Secretary; John Fizycznski, Treasurer; Mr. Pressey, Advisor. PURPOSE: The faculty is assisted in showing movies and film strips by A.V.A. members who have been trained in the use of audio and visual equipment. 88 Archery Club OFFICERS: Donald Gowdy, President; Richard Vcrmeircn, Vice President; Becky McCave, Secretary; John Litchfield, Treasurer; Mr. Clark. Advisor. PURPOSE: The Archer)' Club provides instruction for beginners and for those who want to improve their archer)’ techniques. Ski Club OFFICERS: Pat Ncgrucci, President; Judy Sarat, Vice President; Jane Kusiak, Secretary; Louis Scherpa, Treasurer; Mr. Ashton. Mr. Langlois, Advisors. PURPOSE: The Ski Club tries to develop the motivation to ski through movies 3nd trips to local ski slopes. PROGRAM: The Ski Club operates its own ski tow in Feeding Hills and also takes a three-day trip to Mount Snow. 89 Weightlifting The purpose of the Weightlifting Club is body development through the use of resistive weights and special exercises. The members meet with Mr. Leonardi three times a week and work to improve their strength, coordination and stamina. Girls’ Sports Girls participate in the after-school program to earn a letter and numerals. The activities are designed to promote good sportsmanship and include tennis, basket- ball, and softball. During the winter months much of the time is spent working with the trampo- line, horse, bars, rings, and other apparatus in preparation for the gym show. 90 Cheerleaders Dorothy Montagna, Judy Sarat, Carol Parzych, Jane Kusiak, Sandy Drzyzga, Connie Harris, Maureen Romanowski, Candy Warren. Pep Team 91 Annie Get Your Gun On March 16 and 17 the music department successfully sponsored the annual operetta. This year’s production of Annie Gel Your Gun was a particularly challenging endeavor for the cast and crew numbered in the hundreds, allowing many students to exhibit their diverse talents. The setting was the old wild West; and the leading characters were Pamela Lockhart as Annie Oakley, a sharp-shooting cow- girl, and Dean Jcvons as Frank Butler, the handsome star of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. Other seniors who held supporting roles were Betsy Burns and Brian Asta-Fcrrero. 92 Band This has been a memorable year for the Agawam High School Band. Having been chosen to rep- resent Massachusetts in the National Music Man Marching Band Competition, the band will travel to Mason City, Iowa, in June to compete in the contest. Town and school respondend generously to the campaign launched to finance the trip. In addition to preparing for the Festival, the band has added musical delight to football games, as- semblies, parades, and concerts. Dance Band 93 Color Guard Kathy Pond. Diane Moraczewski, Judy Buoniconti, Carol Tomassetti, Sandie Ambrogi, Janet Imelio, Joann Bush, Jeanne Rossi, Dorothy Harper. Majorettes 94 SENIOR MEMBER: Ginny Burton. Golden, radiant, filled with strength— A youthful athlete is like a star, Surrounded and yet glowing uncommonly, Singularly, in a sky of similar stars. Football Posting a 7-1 record, the Agawam Brownies won the title of Western Massachusetts AA Conference Champions for the 1961 season. Although Agawam defeated the previously undefeated Westfield team in what was called the game of the year,” an unfortunate loss to West Springfield forced the Brownies to share the championship with the Westfield eleven. Agawam’s seven impressive victories were the result of many long hours of practice and conditioning guided by the skilled hands of Coach Leonardi. There were many outstanding players on the team, and their constant team work and good sportsmanship were important contributions to the success of the team. 96 97 Basketball Roger Brown and Doc Borgatti, co-cap- tains of the Basketball team, shared the joy of a successful season with senior team- mates Wally Osgood, and Mike Romanko. Among the underclassmen who helped to spark the team were Richard Leal, Bobby Morin, and Dave Alvigini. Coached and inspired by Mr. O’Connor, the team attained a league record of five wins and five losses. Diligent practice and good sportsmanship contributed to the team's ranking of third in the Valley Wheel League which is the highest position the Agawam team has attained in recent years. RONALD BORGATTI MICHAEL ROMANKO 98 OLIVER SEIBERT Hockey Although hockey as a competitive sport is relatively new at A.H.S., this year's team has contributed greatly to the permanence and enjoyment of the sport. Returning for his second year as hockey coach, Mr. Anastas conditioned the team for its fine season of seven wins, seven losses, and one tie. To meet the needs of a growing team, a rink was constructed to enable the players to practice in preparation for the inter-school games at the Coliseum. SANTO DEMICHELE JEFF REYNOLDS 99 ALEX BAKER Baseball RICHARD NACEAVICZ Besides reaping the benefits of fine coach- ing by Mr. Leonardi, this year’s baseball team was fortunate in retaining a strong working nucleus from last year’s team. The combination of the experience of the tried and the enthusiasm of the novice formed a team strong enough to rank high in the Valley Wheel League. 100 Golf Golf, a relatively new asset to our sports program, was very successful this year. The nucleus of the team was composed of ex- perienced golfers who played on last year's team. 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Jbs6 LmZ s 4TJ 0 Ss flj$v c Atlcr -- ISteZ M, '0?UlmU£) v fcr . «KST g°yhuM 103 Statistics DONNA ABELL 11 Silver Street Senior Play: Sachem Staff; Glee Club 1, 2. 3. 4; Band 1, 2; F.T.A. 2, Treasurer 3, -1; Library Staff 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3. SANDRA AMBROGI 22 Corey Street Student Council 3, 4; Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Class Party; Gym Show 2, 3; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1; Color Guard 3, 4; Tri-Hi 3. 4: Class Hat Committee; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Library Staff 3. 4; Biology Club 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; I.R.C. 3. 4; Pep Team 3. BRIAN ASTA-FERRERO 36 Spring Street National Honor Society; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorale 2, 3, 4; District Chorus 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; N.E.D.T. Award; Biology Club 2. ROBERT AVEZZIE 5 North Westfield Street ARLENE AYERS 17 Royal Street Prom Committee; Operetta 2, 3; Tri-Hi 3; Personality Club 2; Mirror Staff 4; Ski Club 3; French Club 2. LINDA BAILEY 98 Albert Street National Honor Society; Trj-Hi 3; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Band 1. 2. 3, 4; Sophomore Party; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3- ALEX BAKER 793 River Road Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Fresh- man Party; Hockey 2, 3. 4; Track 3; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Color Committee; District Band 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4. ELIZABETH BARUFFAI.DI 723 North Westfield Street Operetta 1; F.N.A. 2, 3, 4. HANS-CHRISTOPH BEER 43 Albert Street Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Freshman Party; Gym Show 3, 4; Math Club 4; Ski Club 4; Biology Club, President 2. ROLAND BENCIVENNI 290 Silver Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Mirror Staff 4; Football 1; Hockey 1, 2, 3; Gym Show 2; Bi- ology Club 2. GAIL BITGOOD 1010 Suffield Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2, 3; Gym Show l, 2; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Library Staff 4; Biology Club 2, 3; Cheerleader 1, 2. FREDA BLEECK 947 Main Street Ski Club 3; Spanish Club 2, Vice President 3; I.R.C. 3, 4. JOANNE BONFITTO 196 Meadow Street Sachem Staff; Graduation Page; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports l; Glee Club; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2. DOLORES BONOMI 1383 Suffield Street Prom Committee; Glee Club 1. 2 Tri-Hi 4; Biology Club 4; Junior Red Cross 4. RONALD BORGATTI 108 Franklin Street Student Council 3, 4; Student Patrol 2, 3, 4, Captain 4; Fqot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3. 4; Weightlifting Club 2, 3, 4. CAROLYN BOUSQUET 211 Southwick Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Girls' Sports 1, 2; Personality Club 2; Mirror Staff 1, 2; Biology Club 3; Cheerleader 2. ROBERT BREWER 770 Springfield Street Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Football 1, 2, 3; Basketball trict Band 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; A.V.A. 2; Western Mass. Music Festival 1, 2, 3, 4; Dance Band 2, 3. 4. ROGER BROWN 70 Elm Street Freshman Class Treasurer; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Football 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 1; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 4; Ski Club 4; Chess Club 4; Class Hats Committee. FRANK BUONICONTI 160 Rowley Street National Honor Society; Freshman Class President; Student Council 1; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Commit- tee; Freshman Party; Class Hats Committee; Football 1; Basketball 1; Biology Club, President 4; Archery Club. JUDITH BUONICONTI 36 Rowley Street Student Council 1, 3, 4; Student Patrol 4; Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports l. 2, 3; Gym Show l, 2; Color Guard 3, 4; Tri-Hi 3, Vice President 4; Class Hats Committee; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 2, 3, 4; Library Staff 3; Biology Club 4; Ski Club. 104 ELIZABETH BURNS National Honor Society; Senior Class Vice President; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Graduation Hostess; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Glee- Club 2, 3. 4; Drama Club 1. 2, 3; Mirror Staff 2, 3. 4; Li- brary Staff 3; Art Club l. 2. 3: I RC. 3; N.E.D.T. Award; National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist 4. VIRGINIA BURTON 719 North Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports I, 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 1, 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2; Glee Club 1� 2; Majorette 1, 2, Captain 3, 4; Tri-Hi 3-4, Secretary 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 2. 3, 4; Ski Club 3. 4; French Club 1, Vice President 2: Cheerleader 1; Class Hats Committee; Senior Play. JOANN BUSH 46 Senator Avenue Senior Play; Sachem Staff: Graduation Usherette; Sophomore Party; Operetta 1, 2, 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Personality Club 1, 2; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 4. JOANNE BUSHEY 563 Shoemaker Lane Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Operetta 3; Glee Club; Per- sonality Club 3. 4; Mirror Staff 4. FRANCIS CAPITANIO 130 Leonard Street National Honor Society; Sophomore Class Treasurer: Junior, Senior Class President; Student Council 3, 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Math Club 4; Dance Band 1, 2, 3, 4; District Band 4; Harvard Book Award; National Merit Scholarship Letter of Commendation; Football Queen Dance. WAYNE CARROLL 43 James Street Football 1, 2, 3. 4; Hockey 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 2, 3; Operetta 3; Weightlifting l, 2, 3. 4. THOMAS CASCIO 262 Meadow Street ALAN CLARK 142 South West Street National Honor Society; Senior Play; Mirror Staff 4; Fresh- man Party; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Biology Club 2; Ski Club 4; French Club, President 2; Boys’ State Represen- tative; N.E.D.T. Award; National Merit Scholarship Letter of Commendation; Prix D'Honnor. JOSEPH CLEARY 15 Silver Lake Drive Student Council 2; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Chess Club 3. RANDALL CLOW 22 Florida Drive National Honor Society; Student Council 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Library Staff 4; Math Club 4. JOHN COLLINS 117 Leonard Street Band 1, 2; A.V.A. 1, 2, 3,.4. MARY CONLIN 10 Phil Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Gym Show 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Class Hats Committee. MICHAEL CONNELLY 28 Federal Avenue Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Fresh- man Party; Football 1 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 1. 2; Operetta 2, 3: Band 1; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 2; Ski Club 2, 3; Weightlifting 2, 3; Junior Marshal. MICHAEL CORCORAN 117 Franklin Street Senior Play; Class Colors Committee; Mirror Staff 4. TERESA CORLISS 438 Main Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 4; Gym Show 2; Tri-Hi 4; F.T.A. 4; F.N.A. 3; Library Staff 3. 4; Math Club 4; French Club 4. NANCY CORRIVEAU 29 Hall Street Sachem Staff; Operetta 1: F.T.A. 4: Library Staff 3. 4; Art Club 1, 2; French Club 4; Junior Red Cross 1, 2; I.R.C. LESLIE COVENTRY 963 Main Street Freshman Party. JANE CRESSOTTI 106 Mill Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2; Glee Club 2; Personality Club 3, 4. CHARLES CROUSS 241 Silver Street Gym Show 1, 2; Ski Club 1; Archer)- Club 1, 2. JOHN CROWLEY 209 Maple Street ALICE DAVIS Springfield Road, Southwick Prom Committee; Glee Club 3, -1; Football Queen. JUDITH DECKER 24 School Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee: Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show 2, 3; Operetta I. 2. 3. 4; Senior Chorale; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Personality Club 2. 3. 4; Library Staff 4; Biology Club 2. Secretary 3; Band 2; Football Queen Dance 4: West- ern Mass. Music Festival ? 105 PAMELA DeFORGE 106 Channell Drive Graduation Page; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; I.R.C. 3, 4; Cabaret Committee; Freshman Party; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1; Tri-Hi 3; Personality Club 3; Drama Club 1, 2, 3,'4; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3; Latin Club 4; Camera Club 2; Junior Red Cross 2; Class Hats Committee. SANTO DEMICHELE 55 Highland Street Cabaret Committee; Freshman Party; Hockey 2, 3, 4. ROBERT DeSIMONE 72 Albert Street Senior Play; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Partv; Gym Show 1, 2; Biology Club 1. 2; Ski Club 3; Art Club 1. 2; A.V.A. 2. PATRICIA DOYLE 54 Barney Street Student Council 3; Sachem Staff; Prom Usherette; Prom Com- mittee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1; Gym Show 1; Operetta; Glee Club 1; Band 1; Personality Club 2. 3. 4; Mirror 1; Biology Club 2. BERNARD DREWNOWSKI 1104 Shoemaker Lane Sachem Staff; Library Staff 3. 4. SANDRA DRZYZGA 140 Lealand Avenue Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Fresh- man Party; Girls' Sports 1. 2. 3, 4; Gym Show 1. 2. 3; Tri-Hi 3; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Cheerleader 3. 4. BARBARA DUBIA 11 Brookline Avenue National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cab- aret Committee; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1; Operetta 1, 2; Glee Club'l, 2; Personality Club 2, 3. RITA DUCLOS 119 High Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Sophomore Party; Personality Club 2? Biology Club 2; Chess Club 3; Jun- ior Red Cross 1, 2, 3. CAROLYN DUNN 21 North West Street JOHN EAGAN 21 Potomac Place Student Patrol 4; Cabaret Committee; Freshman Party;- Bas- ketball 1; Gym Show 1, 2; Weightlifting 1, 2. GEORGE EASTON 154 North Street GEORGE FAVREAU 35 Lincoln Street MARY FAY 342 Adams Street Girls' Sports I. 3; Gym Show 1, 2; Glee Club 2; Drama Club 2; F.T.A- 4; Library Staff 4; Sachem Staff. CAROL FAZIO 43 Wright Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1, 2; F.T.A. 4; F.N.A. 3; Junior Red Cross 1; I.R.C. 3. 4. JOHN FERRANTI 23 Dover Street Senior Play; Football 2; Biology Club 2. PHYLLIS FERRARI 5 Memorial Park Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Prom Com- mittee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1. ,2; Tri-Hi 3. 4; F.T.A. 3, 4; F.N.A. 2; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 2. 4; Pep Team 3; I R C. 3; N.E.D.T. Award. ANGELO FERRARO 38 Forest Road Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Gym Show 3; Mirror Staff 3. DIANN FERRERO 44 Spring Street Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Operetta 1, 2. 4; Senior Chorale 1; Glee Club 1, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Art Club 1. 3; Junior Red Cross 1. 4. ELIZABETH FERRY 69 Senator Avenue National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cab- aret Committee; Freshman Party; Personality Club 2. 3. 4; Drama Club 1, 2, 3; Mirror Staff 3. 4; Spanish Club 4; French Club 1. 2. 3. 4; Class Hats Committee; I.R.C. 2, Treasurer 2. President 4; National Teachers of French Award; N.E.D.T. Award. JOHN FIORINI 29 Ley Street WALTER FOGG 45 Kensington Street Student Council 1; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Com- mittee, Co-chairman; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Class Color Committee; Class Hats Committee; N.E.D.T. Award. RUSSELL FOWLER 21 Valentine Street National Honor Society; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Class Hats Committee; N.E.D.T. Award; National Merit Scholarship Let- ter of Commendation. MARY FRANCOLINI 32 Ellington Street Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1. 106 CAROL FURIONI 77 Oak Street Sachem Staff; Freshman Party; Glee Club 1, 2; Personality Club 2, 3; Library Staff 4; Pep Team 2. ROLAND GABOURY 212 Elm Street Sophomore Class President; Student Council 2; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Prom Committee Co-chair- man; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show 2, 3; Biology Club 4; Ski Club 3; Archery Club 1; Weightlifting Club 3, 4. MARILYN GAMELLI 306 Rowley Street Biolog) Club 4; Ski Club 4; Spanish Club 2, Secretary 3; I.R.C. 3, 4. PAMELA GAY 768 Suffield Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2; Gym Show 1; Band 1; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality 3, 4; Mirror Staff I, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. GAIL GAZAR 66 Liberty Street Cabaret Committee; Operetta 3, 4; Glee Club 3. 4; Latin Club 4; Junior Red Cross 3, 4; Pep Team 3, 4. JOANNE GOBIELLE 91 Maple Street Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 2; Tri-Hi 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Sachem Staff; Ski Club 4; Pep Team 4; Football Queen Finalist. DONALD GOSS 280 Elm Street Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Basketball 1; Gym Show 2; Biology Club 2; Archery Club 1; Camera Club 2. DONALD GOWDY 390 North Street Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama Club 3, 4; Bi- ology Club 2, 4; Archery Club 1, Vice President 3, President 2. 4; Chess Club 2, 4; Camera Club 4; A.V.A. 1, 2; Weight- lifting 2, 3, 4. CLOVIS GOYETTE 27 Maynard Street Football 2, 3; Track 2, 3, 4; Gym Show J, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 1, 2, 3; A.V.A. 1, 2, 3; Weightlifting 2; Sachem Staff. JOHN GRAVELINE 55 Spring Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Football 1; Basket- ball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorale 3. 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff; Ski Club 4; Archery Club 3; A.V.A. 1, 2; District Band 4. 85 North Westfield Street MAUREEN HARKINS 103 South Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Prom Com- mittee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Operetta 1, 2, 4; District Chorus 1. 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Class Colors Com- mittee; Tri-Hi 4; Personality Club 2; Drama Club 4; Mirror Staff 2, 4; Biology Club 4; Ski Club 4; Pep Team 4. GEORGE HARNOIS 205 South Street Transferred from Technical High School. Senior Year; Foot- ball 4; Hockey 4. DOROTHY HARPER 28 Dover Street Sachem Staff; Graduation Page; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Color Guard 4; Tri-Hi 3. 4; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Team 3. CONSTANCE HARRIS 50 Wilson Street National Honor Society; Senior Class Secretary; Student Coun- cil 3, Vice President 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff;' Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Girls' Sports l;v 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 1, 2, 3; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2. 3; Cheerleader 1, 3, 4; Pep Team 3; I.R.C. 3. 4; N.E.D.T. Award; Mirror Staff 1, 4; Biology Club 2, 3; Na- tional Merit Letter of Commendation. RAYMOND HASELTINE 335 School Street Student Council 1, 2; Freshman Party; Biology Club 1, 2. PETER HAYES 1036 Suffield Street Student Council 3; Student Patrol 4; Freshman Party; Hockey 2, 3; Gym Show 2, 3; Biology Club 3, 4; All-Western Mass. Hockey 3. JANET IMELIO 14 Oak Hill Avenue National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette 3; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls’ Sports 1. 2. 3; Gym Show l. 2; Color Guard 3, 4; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2. HELEN JANULEWICZ 266 North Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show; Operetta 1. 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Class Colors Com- mittee; Tri-Hi 3; Drama Club 2, 4. Secretary 1; Mirror Staff 3, 4; Library Staff 3. 4; Junior Red Cross 2; I.R.C. 3. NORMAN JASMIN 82 Springfield Street Senior Play; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorale 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 2. 3. 4; Art Club 1, 2; Science Club 4; Class Hats Committee; Biology Club 2; Western Mass. Mu- sic Festival 2, 3, 4. CAROLE HAMAR DEAN JENNINGS 142 Garden Street Transferred from Rockland High School, Senior Year; Sachem Staff. JOHN JESERSKI 378 North West Street DEAN JEVONS 141 Liberty Street Student Council 2; Senior Play; Sophomore Party; Track 1; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorale 3. 4; District Chorus 3. 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Band 2. 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3; Ski Club 3; District Band 4. CHARLES KATSANOS 10 Silver Lake Drive National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Golf 4; Biology Club 2; Math Club, President 4; Camera Club 2; I R C 2. JANE KUSIAK 31 Federal Street Ext. National Honor Society; Junior Class Secretary; Student Coun- cil 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 4; Gym Show 1, 2. 3, 4; Operetta 1. 2, 3. 4; Glee Club l. 2, 3, 4; Class Colors Committee; Tri-Hi 3; Personality Club 2, 4; Drama Club 1; F.T.A. 2; Mirror Staff 2, 3, Editor-in-Chief 4; Biology Club 2. Secretary 4; Ski Club 2, Secretary 3, 4; Junior Red Cross 2, Secretary 3; Cheer- leader 2, 3. 4; Class Hats Committee. ARTHUR LaFLEUR 374 Main Street EDWARD LEAL 116 Main Street Baseball 1; Golf 3; Track 2; Gym Show 3; Archery Club 1; Weightlifting 3. VERONICA LECLERC 15 Ottawa Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; F.T.A. 4;tF.N.A. 2, Treasurer 3; Biology Club 2; I.R.C. 4. JUDITH LETELLIER 186 Maple Street Graduation Page; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1. 2; Gym Show 1. 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Tri-Hi 4; F.T.A. 3. 4; Biology Club 2. 4. PAULA LIPSKI 181 Leonard Street Prom Committee; Operetta; Glee Club 1, 4; Band 1, 2; F.N.A. 4; Biology Club 4; Ski Club 4. SUSAN LITTLEFIELD 104 Carr Avenue National Honor Society; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Gradua- tion Usherette; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1. 2, 4; Gym Show 2; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3; Mirror Staff 4; Library Staff 3; Biology Club 2. 3. 4; Ski Club 4; Pep Team 3; I.R.C. 3, Treasurer 4; N.E.D.T. Award. PAMELA LOCKHART 700 Main Street Senior Play; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorale 3. 4; District Chorus 4; Glee Club 1. 2. 3, 4; Band 2. 3: Tri-Hi 4: Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2. 3; Ski Club 3; Pep Team 3, 4; Western Mass. Music Fes- tival 2, 3; Library Staff 4. JOHN LUDEMANN 304 Cooper Street Student Patrol 4; Sophomore Party; Football 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 2, 3; Operetta 3; Weightlifting 2, Vice President 3. JAMES MATHESON 163 South Westfield Street Student Patrol 4; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Prom Commit- tee; Cabaret Committee; Basketball 1; Biology Club 2; A.V.A. 4, Secretary 2, Vice President 3. BEVERLY MALONE 4l6 Silver Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Graduation Hostess; Cabaret Committee; Operetta 3; Personality Club 4; Mirror Staff 4. JAMES MANDEVILLE 88 Harvey Johnson Drive- Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Biology Club 2; Archery Club 1, 2; A.V.A. 1; Weightlifting 1. MARCIA MARTINO 17 Westford Circle Sachem Staff; Glee Club 4. LOUIS MASTROIANNI 145 Garden Street Student Council 4; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Football 1. 2; Basketball 1, 2; Biology Club; Weightlifting 2, 3; Class Hats Committee. ANNE MATHIEU 1129 Main Street Sophomore Party; Sophomore Class Secretary; Student Coun- cil 2, Secretary 3; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Freshman Party; Glee Club 1; Mirror Staff 1, 4; Ski Club 4; Class Hats Committee 4. JILL MAURER 150 Southwick Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Prom Committee; Freshman Party; Operetta 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Personality Club 2, 3; F.T.A. 2, Vice President 3. HUGH McBRIDE 349 Pine Street CHARLES McCOBB 43 Elbert Street Student Council 3; Senior Play; Golf 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 3; Biology Club 2; Archery Club 2; Math Club 4; Science Club 4; Weightlifting 3. 108 MARY McEWEN 4l Poinsettia Street Sophomore Party; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 2, 4; Latin Club 4, Senator; Pep Team 4; I.R.C. 3. MARLENE McMAHON 30 Belmont Avenue Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Tri-Hi 4; Personality Club 4; Biology Club 2. LINDA MELLONI 38 Royal Street Girls' Sports 4; Gym Show 1, 4; Operetta I; Art Club 4; Junior Red Cross 4. SUSAN MENSCH 251 Poplar Street Senior Play; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1; Glee Club 1; Drama Club 2, 3, President 4; Junior Red Cross 1, 2. President 3. 4; Pep Team 2; Class Hats Committee. RUSSELL MERWIN 164 Walnut Street Ski Club 2, 3; A.V.A. 1. GERALD METAYER 41 Channell Drive Sachem Staff; Biology Club 2, 3. 4; Library Club 2, 3; Chess Club 1. CAROL MILLER 807 Main Street JOHN MISIALEK 729 Silver Street Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Track 3, 4; Archery Club 3. DOROTHY MONTAGNA 12 Lexington Street National Honor Society; Student Council 3; Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff, Editor-in-Chief: Graduation Usher- ette; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports; Gym Show 1, 2, 3; I R C. 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1; Color Guard 3; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality 2. 3, 4; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 2, 4; Biology Club 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Cheerleader 4; Pep Team 3; Library Staff 3, 4; N.E.D.T. Award. JUDITH MONTAGNA 15 Highland Avenue National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Graduation Hostess; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2, 4; Gym Show 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2; 'Iri-Hi 4; Personality Club 1, 2, 3, Secretary 4; Mirror Staff 1. 2. JAMES MONTGOMERY 302 Meadow Street Biolog)' 2. DIANE MORACZEWSKI 425 South West Street Student Council 1, 3; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2, 3; Gym Show 1, 2, 3; Operetta 2; Glee Club 2; Color Guard 3. 4; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3; French Club Treasurer 2, 3; Cheerleader 1, 2. LYNNE MORIN 70 Florida Drive Sachem Staff; Graduation Hostess; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Part)’; Freshman Party; Glee Club 1, 2; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 3, 4; Library Staff 4; Biology Club 2; Ski Club 3; Pep Team 3; Class Hats Com- mittee. NILES MORTENSON 89 Alfred Circle National Honor Society; Debating Club 4; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 4; Chess Club 3; Latin Club 4. RICHARD NACEWICZ 130 South Westfield Street Student Patrol 2, 4; Football 1, 2. 3, Captain 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Hockey 1, 2, 3, Captain 4; Weightlifting 2, 3- HOWARD NARDI 69 North Alhambra Circle PATRICIA NEGRUCCI 722 Suffield Street Student Council 3, 4; Student Patrol 3; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 1, 2. 3; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Majorette 2, 3; Drum Major 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Drama Club 2, 4; F.T.A. 4; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 3, 4; Ski Club 1, 2. President 3, 4; Archery Club 3; Camera Club 2, 3; Junior Red Cross 2; Senior Play. WALTER NELSON III 369 Cooper Street Prom Committee; Freshman Party; Baseball 3; Weightlifting 2,3- ROBERT OLIVER 28 Oxford Street Prom Usher; Freshman Party. LORRAINE ORTNER 88 Lctcndre Avenue Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Commit- tee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 1; Mirror Staff 2, 3, 4; Library Staff 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3. 4; I.R.C. 3. 4. EILEEN OTTO 21 River Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls’ Sports 1, 2; Gym Show 1, 2; Operetta 2; Glee Club 2; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality 2, 3. 4; Mirror Staff 2; Library Staff 3; French Club Secretary 2; Class Hats Committee. 109 JANICE PANDOLFI 22 Meadow Street Freshman Class Vice President; Student Council 1. 2; Senior Play; Sachtm Staff; Graduation Usherette; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Personality Club 3, 4; Foot- ball Queen Finalist. CAROL PARZYCH 1099 Sufficld Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Freshman Party; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 3. 4; Gym Show 1, 2. 3; Tri-Hi 3; Personality Club 3, 4; Mirror Staff -1; Biology Club 2; Cheerleader 4; Pep Team 3. ROXEEN PINNEY 406 Cooper Street Sachem Staff; Glee Club; Personality Club 2; Pep Team 3- KATHLEEN POND 873 South Westfield Street Sophomore, Junior Class Vice President; Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Prom Com- mittee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 3; Gym Show 1, 2; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1; Class Colors Committee; Color Guard 3, 4; Tri-Hi 3. 4; Personality Club 2, 4; Treasurer 3; F.N.A. 3; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2; Cheerleader 1; I.R.C. 4; Class Rings Commit- tee. MANNY POULOS 36 Anthony Street KENNETH PREFONTAINE 589 North Street National Honor Society; Track 2; Gym Show 2, 3; Biology Club 4. NANCY PREW Federal Hill Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Gym Show 3; Class Colors Committee; Tri-Hi 3; Personality 3; Drama Club 3; F.T.A. 3; Library Staff 3, 4; Bi- ology Club 3; Ski Club 3; Pep Team; Class Hats Commit- tee. PAULA PROVOST 152 Line Street Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2; Gym Show 2; Glee Club 1; Band 1, 2; Personality Club 2; Drama Club 1, 2, 3; Pep Team 3. CAROLYN PSHOLKA 35 Central Street National Honor Society; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Gym Show 1, 3; Class Colors Committee; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 4; I.R.C. 2, 3; Pep Team 3- JOHN RACHEK 312 Southwick Street Junior Class Treasurer; Student Council 3, 4; Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Football 1; Track 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 4; Ski Club 4; Math Club 4; A.V.A. 1. DAVID RAMSEY 121 Reed Street Student Council 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Track 3; Mirror Staff 4; Biology Club 2; Ski Club 3. 4; N.E.D.T. Award. BEVERLY RASCHI 49 Fairview Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Girls’ Sports 1, 2; Gym Show l, 2; Glee Club 1; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 4; Library Staff 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Pep Team. GAYLE REIDY 702 South Westfield Street Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Glee Club 1; Personality Club; F.N.A. 2; Mirror Staff 3; Library Staff 3; Biology Club 3; French Club 2; Junior Red Cross 2. JEFFERY REYNOLDS 581 River Street Prom Committee; Freshman Party; Football 3, 4; Hockey 4; Library Staff 3; Biology Club 2, 3; Ski Club 2, 3, 4. DEBORAH ROBINSON 1215 Main Street Senior Class Treasurer; Senior Play; Sachem Staff, Art Edi- tor; Graduation Usherette; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show 1, 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality 2, 4; Drama Club 2, 3, President 1; Mirror Staff 2, 3, 4; Library Staff 3; Ski Club 3, 4; Art Club 1, 2, Presi- dent 3, 4; Junior Red Cross 2; Football Queen Dance. MICHAEL ROMANKO 27 Belvidere Avenue Student Council 4; Student Patrol 4; P;om Usher 3; Basket- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Golf 2, 3, 4; Biology 2; Boys’ State Alternate; Governor's Day Representative; N.E.D.T. Award. xMAUREEN ROMANOWSKI 104 Liberty Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Usherette; Cabaret Commit- tee; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1, 2, 3; Gym Show 1, 3; Operetta; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 3, President 4; Drama Club 1; Biology Club 2, 3; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Pep Team. JEANNE ROSSI 15 Rhodes Avenue National Honor Society; Student Council 1; Sachem Staff, Business Manager; Graduation Usherette; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Cabaret Committee; Girls’ Sports 1, 2; Color Guard 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Biology’ Club 2; Class Hats Committee; Footbali Queen Finalist. MARY ROSSI 1031 Main Street Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Tri-Hi 4; Drama Club 4; Mirror Staff 3, 4; Library Staff 4; Art Club 3, 4; Class Hats Committee. I 10 DORIS RUSSO 639 Cooper Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sopho- more Party; Freshman Party; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1, 2; Tri- Hi 3; Drama Club I, 2, 3. 4; F.N.A. 1. 2, 3. Treasurer 4; Mirror Staff 1; Biolog)’ Club 2, 4; Pep Team 3, 4. DIANE ST. JEAN 1283 Suffield Street Sachem Staff; Girls' Sports 1; Glee Club 1; Tri-Hi 4; Biology Club 4; Art Club 4; Cheerleader 1. JOANNE SANTINELLO 391 Suffield Street Sachem Staff; Mirror Staff I. 2; Personality Club 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1; Senior Play; Biology Club 2. PATRICIA SASSARONE 387 Adams Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls’ Sports 1; Gym Show 1; Operetta 1. 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Personality Club 3; Mirror Staff 1; Biology Club 2. GENE SAUR 1092 North Street Sachem Staff; Band 1; Biology Club 2; Art Club 1; Library Staff. JOHN SAVIOLI 5 Hillcrest Drive National Honor Society; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Sachem Staff; Biology Club 2, 4; Math Club 4. LOUIS SCHERPA 6 Althea Circle Transferred from Technical High School, Junior Year; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Track 3; Biology Club 4; Ski Club 3, Treasurer 4; Archery Club 3. JUDITH SCHINDLER 233 Coleman Street Student Council 1; Student Patrol 4; Senior Play 4; Sachem Staff; Graduation Usherette; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Gym Show l; Operetta 1, 2; Glee Club 1. 2; Cheerleader 2; Class Colors Committee; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 1, 3, 4. LINDA SCHMAELZLE 394 South Westfield Street Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Operetta 1, 2, 3. 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Drama Club 1, 2; F.N.A. 2; Minor Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Library Staff 3. 4; Biology Club 2; Art Club 1, 2, 3; Camera Club 1, 2. OLIVER SEIBERT 1811 Main St. Hockey 1, 2, 3, Captain 4; Track 3, 4. LINDA SHAKESPEARE 55 Poinsettia Street National Honor Society; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Girls' Sports 2; Glee Club 2; Tri-Hi 3; Drama Club 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 4; F.N.A. 3; Library Staff 3, 4; Biology Club 2. 4; Latin Club 4; Pep Team 3; Girls' State Alternate. 73 Witheridge Street BERNADETTE SLAIMEN 41 Poplar Street Sachem Staff; Gym Show l; Glee Club 1. ROBERT SLOBADA 78 School Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Operet- ta 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Mirror Staff 3, 4; Library Staff 4; Biology Club 2; Ski Club 2, 3, 4; Art Club 2; Math Club 4: Class Hats Committee. Chairman; West- ern Mass. Music Festival; Football Queen Dance. DONALD SPRANDEL 194 High Street MICHAEL STAWASZ 264 Maynard Street GARY STRINISTE 76 Monroe Street National Honor Society; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Sophomore- Party; Football 1; Library Staff 4; Biology Club 2; Ski Club 1. 2. 3. 4. DAVID SULLIVAN 114 Florida Drive Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Commit- tee; Baseball 4; Hockey 3. 4; Football Queen Dance JOHN SUMMERLIN 37 Silver Street Senior Play; Archery Club 1. SUSAN TALMADGE 47 Day Street National Honor Society; Student Council 2. 4; Sachem Staff; Junior Marshal; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Girls' Sports 1; Gym Show 1; Tri-Hi 3. President 4; Personality Club 2. 4; F.T.A. 3. 4; Mirror Staff 3. 4; Biology Club 2. Vice President 4; Spanish Club 2, 3; I.R.C. 3, Vice Presi- dent 4. MARLENE TATRO 1492 Main Street Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Tri-Hi; Personality 1, 4. THOMAS THEROUX 270 South Street Debating Club 4; French Club 3. 4. CAROL TOMASSETTI 19 King Street National Honor Society; Freshman Class Secretary; Sachem Staff, Assistant Editor; Prom Committee, Co-chairman; Cabaret Committee, Co-chairman; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Girls' Sports 1; Gym Show 1, 2. 3; Operetta 1; Glee Club 1; Color Guard 3. 4; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2. Vice President 3; F.T.A. 2. President 3. 4; Student Patrol 4; Mirror Staff 2, 4; Library Staff 3. 4; Biology Club 2. 3; Spanish Club 2. Vice President 3; I.R.C. 2. 3; Cheerleader I; Class Rings Committee: Football Queen Finalist; Girls' State Rep- resentative. Ill JOHN SHEA NANCY TOUSSAINT 26 Elm Street Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Girls’ Sports 3: Senior Chorale 3: Gym Show 3; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Band 1; Personality Club 2. 3, 4; Biology Club 2. 3. 4; Pep Team 3. DONALD TOWER 373 Shoemaker Lane Prom Committee; Golf 1; Band 1, 2, 3; Biology Club 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Camera Club 1. LINNA TOWER 373 Shoemaker Lane National Honor Society; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Band 1, 2. 3. 4; Tri-Hi 3; Personality Club 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4. LILLIAN TROMBLEY 86 Suffield Street Sachem Staff; District Chorus 1; Tri-Hi 4; Personality Club 4; Art Club 4; Junior Red Cross 4. RICHARD VERMEIREN 13 Harding Street Sachem Staff; Sophomore Party; Track 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3, 4; Archery Club 1. 3, Vice President 2, 4; Chess Club 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Weightlifting 2, 3, 4. DAVID VERSAILLES 379 North Westfield Street DAVID WALSH 321 Suffield Street Transferred from West Springfield High School, Junior Year; Spanish Club 3. JANICE WARREN 119 Albert Street Student Patrol 4; Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Usher; Prom Committee; Girls’ Sports 3, 4; Gym Show 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2; Glee Club 1. 2; Band 1; Tri-Hi 3, 4; Personality Club 2, 3, 4; FT.A. 4; Biology Club 2, 3; French Club 2, 3; Cheer- leader 4; Pep Team 3. EDWARD WEBER 361 North Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Cabaret Committee; Prom Com- mittee; Sophomore Party; Freshman Party; Track 1, 2; Gym Show 2; Band 1. 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Class Hats Commit- tee. RANDY WHITE 1111 River Road Sachem Staff; Freshman Party; Football 2; Biology Club 2. FRED WOJNAROWICZ 100 Oak Hill Avenue HOLLY WRIGHT 60 Meadow Street Senior Play; Sachem Staff; Prom Committee; Sophomore Party; Girls' Sports 2; Personality Club 4; Ski Club 1. 112 TAYLOR PUBLISHING COMPANY