Agawam High School - Sachem Yearbook (Agawam, MA)

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Achievement Tests. For others it would be work after that magical moment of gradu- ation, which still seemed so far away, but was much closer than we really knew. As time went on, we grew and learned together. The first night home football game in the history of Agawam was proved by the spirited crowd to be one of the most exciting sports events of the year. Both our boys and girls sports teams were fighting to become top-notch stories. News had it that other clubs and organizations were up there, too. such as Chorale, Show Choir, and the spirited cheerleaders. The Colorguard placed an honorable first in the Columbus Day Parade. The Marching Mohawks displayed their talent and did well in field and parade competitions. A special touch was added to this story by exchange students Mario Luzzi from Italy and Eeva Huovinen from Finland. Led by the AFS club, these students helped make our senior year especially memorable. The senior spirit was reported as crazy and zany. Special days designated as senior hat, tie, etc. days were hit stories to prove it. The Kid Party was most definitely crazy, catching, and altogether unforgettable. Our claims to sophistication were made at the Semi-Formal held at Shaker Farms Country Club and the prom at Chez Josef. Our assignments got tough, and even a little scary, as world events triggered off problems of international involvement. The shooting of a Korean airliner by the Russians turned the cold war between the United States and the USSR into an ice war. On Sunday. October 23, 1983, hundreds of U.S. Marines stationed in Lebanon to keep peace were mercilessly killed by Islamic extremist terrorists in Beirut. President Reagan, calling the bombers “vicious, cowardly and ruthless,” said the Marines must stay because “we must not allow international criminals and thugs to undermine the struggle for peace.” The United States was not going to allow such a violation of our rights. Also in late October, U.S. Marines and Army paratroopers invaded Marxist-ruled Grenada, a tiny eastern Caribbean island, in order to protect Americans there. This shocking news bewildered us, and we had only to wonder what the consequences would be. The unfortunate death of nationally acclaimed television journalist Jessica Savitch further added to the grimness of the situation. However, there was some hope as the economy was improving in the form of lower inflation and unemployment. These events caused us to think about life more seriously; we knew they would have a definite effect on our lifestyles. We were almost face to face with our futures, and we were trying to decide exactly where we were headed. Our senior year was filled with special and unforgettable moments from day one. Graduation, the end of three of the most memorable years of our lives and the com- mencement of our futures, came much faster than we were really prepared for. Where had all those good times gone? And what did we have left from them? We have memories. Memories that bring back the laughter, the smiles, and even the tears. Old film clippings may fade and wrinkle, but the memories will be cherished forever. . . . and ever. Yes, the story’s just begun.

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Albano, and Treasurer Lena Kozloski. They directed such events as the Christmas Dance and the successful Faculty Frolics, where the faculty displayed their amazing talents. Some of us entered the spotlight when we were able to attend the Semi-Formal and the Prom, THE social events of the year. As we zoom in for a close-up of our junior year, we see that it was filled with many accomplishments. In the field of athletics, we were granted two coveted Western Mass, championships. Girls soccer persevered and defeated Chicopee 2 to 1 in overtime to take the title in the fall. Then, in the spring, the boys track team skipped past West Side by half a point to bring home the gold. Our hockey team also fought valiantly and reached the finals, bowing to Cathedral in the end. The ski team placed a noble second in the C Division. The cheerleaders, not to be outdone, spirited themselves to a first place finish at the Pioneer Valley Cheerleading Tournament. On the entertainment scene, the music department lengthened our list of credits even further. The Marching Mohawks brought home a first place finish in competition in Stratford, Mass. Our winning tradition was kept alive when the Show Choir and the Jazz Rock Group each took second place in Montreal. At the University of New Hampshire, the Jazz Band and the Show Choir again sparkled with third place finishes. The Jazz Band also won the Western Massachusetts jazz competition. Our aspiring writers also proved themselves quite capable, as the Unicorn, the first literary magazine, was published by AHS students, and the Mirror had another outstand- ing year. We were definitely making a name for the Class of 1984- we were the best. Coverage of world wide news brought us mixed emotions of hope and fear. England’s royal couple added a new life. Prince William, to the British monarchy, while many other British lads were losing their lives in the war-torn Falkland Islands. Modern medicine made a breakthrough with Barney Clark’s artifical heart, and in the meantime, a senseless killer murdered several innocent people in the Tylenol catastrophe. We knew we had to overcome our fears and revel in our joys as time proceeded onward, time which brought us yet another promotion — to the head of the network — as Seniors. FEATURE STORY: CLASS of ’84 Flashback to the main event: our senior year. It was hard to believe the moment had arrived. We were now a top-notch story, and we shined in the spotlight for as long as it would last. As celebrities, we could hold our heads high and mighty over the underclass- men. We were the leaders, and we were not about to let anyone forget it. We accepted the many assignments of our senior year, such as the very successful magazine drive in which the Class of ’84 broke sales records of any previous class. We were led by head anchorpersons John Kelley as class President, Tom Hanson as Vice-President, Debbie Marai as Treasurer, Cathy Sheehan as Secretary, and our faithful advisor, not to mention an all-around nice guy, Mr. Gerald Smith. Along with all the fun and excitement came a pile of endless responsibilities, such as getting our senior portraits taken. We had to look towards the future, selecting colleges, filling out college and scholarship applications, and taking those dreadful SAT’s and

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!. Joann Albano, leave a yellow 74 Nova to Andrea Barker and Debbie Desisto. I. Karen Albano, leave to C.C. many thanks for her endless caring and understanding, the wish of happiness and success to my friends and all the happiness, laughter, and smiles to all the people who have filled the years with unforgettable memories. I. Nancy Albano leave My Crew to all the good times in Agawam High. I, Ty Alechny. leave a needle and thread to the unfortunate souls who rip their pants while running down the hall. I. Doug Allen, leave my crosscountry and track lockers to the next crazy distance runner. I. Stephen Allen, leave the memories of Astronomy class to Miss Wolochowicz. I. Linda Anderaon. leave a pair of overused white shoes, a uniform with at least 5 more years of use. and wishes for the best of luck to Mr. Davis. I. Anthony Antlco. leave lockers, hallways, and teachers to all the other underclassmen. Good Luck. I. Yolanda Arbalez, leave work from the Guidance Office, especially writing code 220005. County 25013, Center 2293 to Mrs. Jerry and Mrs. Ball. I. Ron Augusti, leave a bill for $35.00. a Macbeth book and teacher's manual to Mildred. I. Chris Balbonl. leave to my sister Cara 10 free lessons on how to harass bags, from instructor Cathy J. I. David Barna leave the great times I had at Agawam High to all upcoming Seniors. I. Skeevo. leave a burnt out meteor miner to Frank, an unwashed drafting board to Mr. M, all the stuff I ever borrowed to T.W., and a special word of thanks to J.J. Nissen. I. Laurie Beaulieu, leave my locker all close calls in the bathroom and getting kicked out of Mrs. Prew’s class to Kim Bouchard. I. Thomas Evan Beaulieu, leave my good times, good teachers. Have fun good luck. To Mrs. Shimcl I leave peace and quiet. To Robert E. Carter my little brother. I. Carla Beavls. leave all my extra credits, unfinished papers, and hard subjects to my sister. Tricia. I. Orvil Becknfrecker. leave luck and understanding to anyone in J.M.F.'s chem. 1. J.C.. leave numerous bugs to JW of WCA. a complete set of Cliff's Notes to Mr. O and Mrs. P. and a prayer for all upcoming AP HA students. I. Ray Belden. leave Agawam High School to find a school that might teach me something. I. Cindy, leave all the good times and bad to K.B. and all the other sophomores and juniors. I, Joe Bcltrandl. leave nothing to Agawam High, and 4 wheeling jokes to Cari Sabla. I. C.C.B.. leave an empty coke bottle to SM. English homework and popcorn classes to Brendon, memories of gossip to Sue T. and Laurie B.. and all the tennis balls lost in gym class to Larry and Linda! I. Anctte Bcrard, leave to Lori DellaMarco good luck In her senior year, and all the juniors many good times in the courtyard. 1. Sue Bergln. leave an everlasting tea kettle to Diane. I. Bob Berthlaumc. leave all those long, hot summer days at Classical High to Mrs. Reed and Mr Sheehan. I. Mlc. leave to the Craigy Bear, all the girls in Agawam High School, and many good times: and to Cathy Johnson 1 more good year. I. Mark Bolduc, leave locker smell, foot odor, track spikes, and all my grades to Ronald Veins. I. Ed Borgattl. leave the great times and events of my senior year to the class of 1985 I. Lynn Borowlec, leave the stickers in my locker, the fun times in the hallway, and a good three years to my little sis Katie (K.T.) I. Dyan. leave Wednesday nights of Vocal Enseble to the people who had to work. To Colleen, more space in her locker. To my brother. Leo the “gang” the same great 3 years that I had. Also to Mr. Tileston I leave my autograph. 1. Denise M. Bourbonnals, leave the locker” to my brother Joe '87 (the mad drummer), and the Lunch Table to the next group of girls who are as giggly as we are. I. Joseph R. Broden, leave my locker, my work, my grades, and my teacher Mrs. Bertrand, and my luck and love to Sue Stitzinger and Sue Gormley. I. Sheri Brooks, leave to Maryann Limotti and Paula Impoco many tubes of lipstick and cheap perfume. Also, a dozen doggie bags for when I can't make it to South China! I. Laura Bruso leave best wishes to any couple who can stay together through 3 years of high school! to all upcoming sophomores I. Eva Burmclstcr. leave Colorguard practices and my rifle to the upcoming rifles. I. Laura Carrie, leave to my sister Lizz a shoulder twitch and much luck! To Shannon a parking space behind my dad's truck, serving refreshments! To Tammy a speeding ticket ocnarf! and to Donna one night with Robert Plant 1. Cathy Carrier leave to Kimbc S. much luck and all of my Mickey Mouse stickers and to Skcbc Fat Bags- and all of my love to Don Rogers. I. Mary E. Casey, leave the memories of happiness, laughter, dreams and tears shared to all my friends, tanks to all my teachers, good luck to my brothers and all upcoming seniors. I. Rick Caaseaac, leave books, my locker, lunches and school to my sister Jennifer. I. Jeff Castonguay. leave my locker full with Loverboy memorabilia to some lucky sophomore. I. Lin Cavanaugh, leave fundraising to the underclassmen, and my sister Mara to the Agawam school system. I. Michael Joseph Cecchl, leave the job of sarcastically ranking AHS. teachers, faculty, and other oddities (Formally held by Tom Cruz and me), and the job of keeping up the New Wave to any worthy successors who can take up the challenge. I. Sharon Ccstarl. leave to Mr. Petrone my knowledge of Capucetto Rosso and all the great times in Italian 1 2. and the best of luck and times to the future seniors. I. Mike Charcst. leave many B.U.R.P.S. to Karen and Kelly on all future camping trips, best of luck to 'cuz David and brother Mark Have a great year %- Mark buddy . I. Carol Chartler leave all the memories of laughter with friends in the hallways of AHS to all upcoming Agawam High students. I. Paul Chevalier, leave my good looks and charm to my sister. Laura. I. Paul Ciborowakl leave stickers in my locker to any sophomore who likes pro. wrestling, and to Mr. Pulaski and Mr. Cavallo I leave the future Ciborowski's. I. Diana Cocchl. leave pictures of superfly bouska and a massive body builder and much love and thanks to my brother Bobby and my best friend, Lenora. I. Scott Cofer. leave 1 reusable razor. 1 Figures Fitness Membership. 12 free Dr. Largo S treatments, and 31 sub machine guns to Shotgun” Sheehan 1. Gary Conlln. leave hundreds of crickets in the halls for students to step on. a new clean lab coat to Fat Blank, and plenty of of Rock n-Roll to the class of '85 1. Kevin Connor gladly leave the Agawam High School to anyone who wants it. I. Colleen Conway leave to Karen all the love and understanding she's given me: to my sister Karen good luck for a great senior year; and to Mr. Files, Mr. Davis and Mr. Tileston many thanks for a wonderful music education. I, William Conway leave one empty locker to whoever wants It. I. Darren Copple leave the memories of one who wasn't there. I. The Ricker leave my incomparable drivmg skills and much loud Van Halcn music to Scott Z and Mike M. (P.S. Have fun boys!) I, Kerri, leave my messed up locker combination and all my books to Chris Stu if they ever get here!