Ballston Spa High School - Realms of Gold Yearbook (Ballston Spa, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1962 volume:

I 2 THIS IS OUR STORY SETTING CHARACTERS Dedication 4 Board of Education 5 Superintendent’s Message 5 Principal’s Message 6 Faculty 7 Seniors 13 Senior History 36 Senior Favorites 38 Underclassmen 41 Activities 49 Sports 79 Advertisements 99 Patrons and Patronesses 100 DEDICATION MRS. CECIL J. MARINO In deep appreciation of fifteen years of faithful service, the class of 1962 dedicates this yearbook to Mrs. Cecil J. Marino. Her enduring patience, unending imagination, enthusiastic interpretation of literature, and ever present sense of humor have left us with many fond memories of our days in high school. For all this we thank you, Mrs. Marino. 4 BOARD OF EDUCATION Seated: John Zcpko, Dr. Harry Hanson, President; William Dodds, Standing: William Boyce, John Coffman, William Short. Absent: Joseph Rosch. Graduation brings you to the threshold of the great adventure living your life as you want to live it. Restrictions, other than those imposed generally by society, will soon be gone. So, too, will cease those lovingly-provided hours of counsel, those applications of balm to your wounded spirit, and those reassuring and stimulating pats-on-the-back you have been receiving from parents and teachers. Life is truly an adventure. It involves thinking for one’s self. Thinking is always attended by challenges to preconceived and imposed concepts of right and status. It involves daring. Daring action is always attended by hazard and risks particularly to one’s security. It involves evaluation. Evaluating one’s motivations, attitudes and actions will bring self-effacement more often than self-approbation but the result will be worthy of the adventurer. Each succeeding generation has had the power, with God’s help, to make this world a virtual paradise: the physical resources are here and the spiritual resources can be tapped. Each, in turn, has failed to reach this goal. Ultimately, the failure must be ascribed to the fact that so few individuals have been willing to think, to dare, and to evaluate in terms of such a noble goal Each, in failing, has brought mankind closer to chaos and destruction. A momentous question must be answered by each of you as you begin your adventure: Will I contribute to the building of a better world or to its disintegration? 5 Dr. George Osterwise Superintendent of Schools PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE Very frequently when students or former students are seeking employment in industry or acceptance in the military services, we are called upon to answer this question, “Can this person be entrusted with matters concerning the security of the United States?” This question does not concern merely giving secrets away to the enemy but implies something broader than that. It means, “Can this person be depended upon?” An example of the type of responsibility this implies is illustrated on shipboard. Under emergency conditions a man receiving an order must carry it out immediately without question or argument. He must do the job thoroughly and completely because failure to do this can cause the loss of the ship and the lives of hundreds or thousands of men who are aboard. One of our principal objectives in school is to help train you to accept responsibility and to be dependable. We hope that as you, the seniors, leave us, you will recognize your responsibilities in the adult world, that you will accept these responsibilities, that you can be depended upon to carry through with the demands which society makes upon you, and that you will do the task efficiently and well. We hope that each day the underclassmen are learning these important lessons, that they are evaluating each situation in terms of what their responsibility should be, and that once this important decision is made, they will carry through to the very best of their ability. If all our students are learning these lessons well, we shall have no problem in answering the question, “Can this person be entrusted with matters concerning the security of the United States?” whether he be in the home, in the factory. or in the military service. 6 1 I 7 tv trnc is cmot m Phyllis E. Barker Commercial Henry C. Bartholdi Commercial John F. Benuscak M usic John D. Bouton Social Studies Mildred Butcher Languages Mrs. Tracy Typing Mr. Fruehwirth — Mechanical Drawing Charles G. Carl Natalie P. Castaldo English Music Helen Dixson Physical Education 8 Bert Friedman Joseph Fruehwirth Psychology Industrial Arts Anthony Giullo Languages way tv Imm jjw ym e Robert W. Hennio Science Floyd Jones Physical Education Francis H. Kalwa Industrial Arts Richard E. Kindl Industrial Arts one excluMve Man My i a tfimmy i Leo A. Plante Science Richard Sather Art William R. Scott Physical Education Mary R. Sidney Social Studies Richard L. Thomas Physical Education Miss Sidney — Social Studies Mr. Trombley — English Eileen M. Tracy Commercial Robert Trombley English William R. VanDerwerker Mathematics 10 Stephen R. Waldman Social Studies Joan Walmsley Mathematics Inowlsdji w ifr thiey powev 0$ tmc dn j GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT Maureen Kvasnack, Secretary; Harland V. W'hittredge; Nila R. Haresign Alma Whittaker Aletta D. Code Ruth A. Debelius LIBRARY STAFF Cecilia Di Pasquale, Library Aide; Jane Chandler FACULTY INDEX PHYLLIS E. BARKER Commercial B.S., MS. in Commerce, Albany State Teachers College; Advisor Business Staff of the Reflector; 1944- HENRY C. BARTHOLDI Commercial B.S., Syracuse University; MS. Albany State Teachers College: Advisor Service Club; Senior High Treasurer; 1937— JOHN F. BENUSCAK Music B.S. Fredonia State Teachers College: M.A.; Columbia University; Director Junior, Senior Band; 1956— JOHN D. BOUTON Social Studies B.S., Indiana University; M S., Albany State Teachers College; Leave of absence October 1. Now stationed in Granite City, Illinois, with 444 Engineering Corps; 1959— MILDRED BUTCHER Spanish B.A., Hunter College; M.A., Columbia University: 1959— CHARLES G. CARL English B.A., Union College; M.A., Albany State Teachers College; Advisor Yearbook, Tennis; 1959— NATALIE P. CASTALDO Music B.S., Potsdam State Teachers College; M S., One-onta State Teachers College; Director -Chorus; 1953- JANE F. CHANDLER Librarian B.S. Geneseo State Teachers College; 1959— ALETTA D. CODE School Nurse R.N., Albany Memorial Hospital; Advisor Future Nurses of America; 1947— HELEN DIXSON Physical Education B.S., Cortland State Teachers College; Advisor Leaders’ Club, Cheerleaders: 1957- BERT FRIEDMAN Psychology B.S., University of Michigan; M.A., Ph D., Ford-ham University; 1957- JOSEPH FRUEHYVIRTH Industrial Arts B.S., Oswego State Teachers College; M S., Albany State Teachers College; 1946— ANTHONY GRILLO Language LL.D., University of Catania; 1959 NILA RAE HARESIGN Guidance B.A., Ithaca College; M.A., Cornell University: M S., Albany State Teachers College; Advisor Careers Club; 1958— ROBERT W. HENNIG Science B.S., University of Illinois: M.A., Albany State Teachers College; 1959— FLOYD N. JONES Physical Education B.S., Broclcport State Teachers College; Coach Varsity Basketball; 1959—- FRANK H. KALYVA Industrial Arts B.S., Oswego State Teachers College; 1958— RICHARD E. KINDL Industrial Arts B.S., Oswego State Teachers College; M.Ed., St. Lawrence University; 1959— MYRA S. KING Music M.A., Columbia University; Chairman Music Department; 1931— PAUL J. KOMAR Art B.S., Penn State; Advisor Art Service Club; 1961 — FRANCES T. MARINO English B.A., M.A., Albany State Teachers College; Director Senior High Play; 1947—- MARGARET C. MARTIN Home Economics B.S., Albany State Teachers College; 1946- RUTH F. NICHOLS Social Studies B.A., Albany State Teachers College; Advisor Honor Society; 1943 LEO A. PLANTE Science B A., M.A., Albany State Teachers College: Advisor Photography Club; 1938— RICHARD H. SATHER Art B.S., New Paltz State Teachers College; Advisor Ski Club; 1958— YVILLIAM R. SCOTT Physical Education B.S., Springfield College: Chairman—Physical Education Department; 1940— MARY R. SIDNEY Social Studies B.S., Elmira College; 1929— RICHARD C. TEFFT Principal B.S., Union College: MS, Syracuse University; 1948- RICHARD L. THOMAS Physical Education B.S., Springfield College; Coach Varsity Football: 1956 EILEEN M. TRACY Commercial B.A., St. Mary's College, Notre Dame; Advisor Student Council; 1938 ROBERT M. TROMBLEY English B.A., Middlebury College; Advisor Dramatic Club; 1957— YVM. R. VANDERYVERKER Mathematics BA., Colgate University; M E, Syracuse University; Advisor—Future Teachers of America, Projector Club; 1956— STEPHEN YVALDMAN Social Studies B.S., Lebanon Y'alley College: Advisor-—Spa Staff. International Relations Club; 1961 JOAN R. YVALMSLEY' Mathematics B.S., Syracuse University; M.E.S., MS., Union College; Advisor Senior Class. Slide Rule Club; 1959- ALMA YVHITTAKER Dental Hygienist Syracuse University; Rochester Dental School; 1954— IIARLAND V. YVHITTREDGE Guidance B.S., Suffolk University; Ed.M., Boston University; 1957— 12 JAQUELYN L. ABEL JACQUELYN ABEL, “Always gracious, always smiling : Service Club 4; Yearbook 4; F. N. A. 2, 3, 4; Careers Club 2, 4; Spa 4; Promotion Committee 1; .Assembly Club 1; Girls’ Chorus 1,2; Spanish Club 3; French Club 3; F.N.A. 3. CLINTON ALLEN, “And a tattooed man was he : Reflector 1; Yearbook 4. CHERY'L ARFF, “A happy heart reaps many rewards”: Honor Society 3, 4; Thrift Club 1; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Promotion Committee 1; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; All State 2, 3; All County 1, 2, 3, 4; Majorettes 1; Varsity Cheerleaders 3, 4; J. V. Cheerleaders 1, 2; Intramurals 2. MARGARET AUBIN, “Light of step and heart is she : Class Officer 4; Student Council 1; Service Club 3, 4; Treasurer 3; Yearbook 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 1, 2, 4; Careers Club 4; Promotion Committee; Cap and Gown Committee; Chairman 4; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 2; Majorettes 1; Varsity Cheerleaders 3, 4; J. V. Cheerleaders 2; Intramurals 1, 2. MICHELE BOUCHARD, “A face and character not to be forgotten : Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4, President 1; Yearbook 4; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 2; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 2; Spa 2, 3; Promotion Committee 1; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3, 4; All County 2, 3; Varsity Cheerleaders 2, 3, 4, Captain 3; J. V. Cheerleaders 1; Intramurals 1, 2. CLINTON E. ALLEN in WILLIAM BOUFORD: “Never say more than is necessary”: Projector Club 3, 4; Orchestra (Junior and Senior) 1, 2, 3; All County 2, 3. letpeduij ihe pupil HAROLD BRANAHL, “Each mind hath its own method : Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Football 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2. JANYCE BROOKS, “Little tasks make large returns”: Mixed Chorus 4; Girls’ Chorus 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4. WILLIAM H. BOUFORD JAMES BRUNDIGE, “A man who has friends must show himself friendly”: F T.A. 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3: Senior Prom Committee 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. All County 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 9, 10. RAYMER BUNYAN, “Of all vain things, excuses are the vainest”: Football 1, 2, 3; J. V. Basketball 2, 3; Baseball 2; Track 3. HAROLD A. BRANAHL KAREN BURGESS, “Easy 10 please”: Pep Club I: Intramurals 2, 3, 4. KAREN L. BURGESS FRANCES CAPASSO, “With her eye in a flood of laughter”: Service Club 3, 4; Yearbook 4; F T.A. 2, 3. 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 3, 4; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Reflector I; Spa 2, 3, 4: Promotion Committee 1; Assembly Club 1; Slide Rule 3; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus I; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. DONALD CARR, “Good thoughts though they are forgotten”: Wrestling 2, 3. FRANCES M. CAPASSO BETTY CATES, “Yesterday memories, tomorrow dreams”: Service Club 4; F.N.A. 4: Dramatic Club 4; Ski Club 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Careers Club 4; Spa 4; Bowling 3. EVE CHAMBERS, “A touch of red”: Foreign exchange student, Honors Program; Honor Society 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Student Council Play 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 3; Careers Club 2, 3, 4. Reflector 1; Spa 2; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 2; All County 3; Intramurals 3. DONALD D. CARR EVE L. CHAMBERS BETTY L. CATES id that it dv€Mit April evetopMie CAROLE COLVIN, “Silence is golden”: Pep Club I; Band 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 1: All County 1; Intramurals 1. EDWARD COMLY, “Court jester”: Service Club 4; Yearbook, Ad Manager 4; Math Club 2; Photography Club 3, 4; F.T.A. 4; Dramatic Club 4; Ski Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 3: Spa 3, 4; Soda Committee 2; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4. SHARON CONDE, “One can be judged by efficiency”: Service Club 4; Yearbook Co-typing Editor 4; Thrift Club 1: Pep Club 1, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Careers Club 2; Spa Typing Editor 3, 4: Promotion Committee 1: Soda Committee 3; International Debate 4; Band, Jr. 1, Sr. 1,2, 3. 4; Intramurals 1; Girls’ Chorus 2, 3: All State 3; All County 2, 3, 4. BEVERLY COOK, “Happy talk”: Service Club 3, 4: Yearbook, Typing Editor 4: Thrift Club 1; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1, 3: Junior Prom Committee 1, Decorating: Senior Prom Committee 4; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Secretary 3, 4; Reflector 1, Advertising: Spa 2, 3, Typing Editor 3; Announcement Committee 4: Band 3: Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2: All County 2, 3, 4; Majorettes 1, 2, 3, 4: Intramurals I. DAVID COON, “They’re off”: Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Slide Rule 3; Football 1; J. V. Basketball 2; Bowling 3, 4. EDWARD J. COMLY THOMAS C. CORYER ewi a THOMAS CORYER, “Learn to live and live to learn’’: Junior Prom Committee 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 4. JEAN CRAMER, “Good people are scarce”: Pep Club 1; Mixed Chorus 4; Girls’ Chorus 3; Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4. JOAN CRAMER, “A smiling face is worth more than money”: Pep Club 1; Mixed Chorus 4; Girls’ Chorus; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. JAMES CROMIE, “Patience is the best remedy for every trouble”: Photography Club 3; Electronics Club 3. JEAN M CRAMER LINDA CUNNINGHAM, “Starry-eyed”: Mixed Chorus 3. JOAN M. CRAMER JAMES P. CROMIE LINDA C. CUNNINGHAM 18 edamtim ifr Mmdlnm a ctmey MELVIN DENIS, “Life lives only in success”: Electronics Club 2, 3; Vice President 2; President 3. FRANKLYN DE RIDDER, “Ye shall be remembered for your deeds”: Honor Society 3, 4, President 4; Student Council 1,3; Yearbook 4, Co-editor: Math Club 3, 4; Photography Club 3; F.T.A. 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club Play 1; Student Council Play 3; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Promotion Committee 1; Honors Program 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; Wrestling 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Track 4. MELVIN J. DENIS BETTY DEXTER, “Excelsior—”: F.N A. 3; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 1,2; Majorettes 1, 2, 3, 4. JAMIE DI PASQUALE, “Even the smallest hath importance”: Pep Club 3; Careen Club 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN DI PASQUALE, “Racer and hack may be traced ”: Intramurals 1. FRANKLYN J DE RIDDER DANIEL S. DOYLE GARY L. DREHER a con ihcflift DANIEL DOYLE, “He who drinks water thinks like water”: Ski Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Wrestling 3; Intramurals 3. GARY DREHER, “Every man hath the promise of tomorrow”: Ski Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Football 2; J. V. Basketball 2; Intramurals 2. JAMES EGAN, “Talk to him of Jacob’s ladder and he would ask the number of steps”: Honor Society 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Math Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Varsity Club 4; Football 1, 3, 4; Wrestling 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4. CHARLES ESCHER, “A most uncommon urchin”: Service Club 2, 3, 4, Stage Manager; Yearbook 4; Photography Club 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club Play 1,2, 3, 4; Student Council Play 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Soda Committee 3; Assembly Club 1; Chefs’ Club 1; Radio Club 3, Vice President 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis Club 3, 4; American Legion Oratorical Contest 4. DONALD ESMOND, “A laughing man is better than a sad one”: Service Club 3, 4; Photography Club 3; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4, Vice President 4; Pep Club 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Radio Club 3; Tennis Team 2, 3, 4. 20 yiaw tir KENNETH FILLMORE, “Good things come in small packages : Intramurals 1. RICHARD FITZGERALD, “A joke’s a serious thing ”: Photography Club 3; Mixed Chorus 1,2; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1. MARTHA FRANCIS, “Gaily on her way”: Girls’ Chorus 4. KENNETH A. FILLMORE CAROLE FREEMAN, “Smiles do not easily fade”: Service Club 1, 2, 3, 4; F.N.A. 3; Careen Club 2, 3, 4. ANTHONY FUNICIELLO. “Strange are the ways of man”: Service Club, Treasurer 3, 4: Math Club 3, 4; Photography Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3: Reflector 1; Promotion Committee 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; All State 4; All County 1, 3; J. V. Basketball 2; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. RICHARD J. FITZGERALD R. CURTIS FUNSTON tuzie ifr tv nta ihle CURTIS FUNSTON, ‘‘Blushing is a virtue’ : Student Council 1; Math Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Reflector 1; Chefs’ Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4: Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 3, 4. LEWIS GENTILUOMO, “Known to all as a frirnd : Student Council 1; Yearbook 4; Thrift Club 1: Projector Club 1; junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Chefs’ Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN GEREN, “Face and character are thy fate”: Foreign Exchange Student 3; Class Officer 2, 3, 4, President 3, 4, Treasurer 2; Honor Society 3, 4; Student Council 3. Treasurer; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3; All County 2, 3; Varsity Club 4; J. V. Basketball 2; Varsity Basketball 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4. LEWIS V. GENTILUOMO LOUIS GNIP, “In quietness and confidence shall be your strength”: Photography Club 3, 4; Track 3, 4. GEORGE GRAY, “Joking — always joking”: Junior Prom Committee 3; Mixed Chorus 1,4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3. education ifr tv the Aoul JOHN HATHORN, “A friend to know, a friend to have”: Vanity Club 4; J. V. Basketball 2; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Tennis Club 2; Track 2, 3, 4. CHERYL HENSON, “Pleasant to see, pleasant to know”: Ski Club 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Mixed Chorus 4. RICHARD HIMMEL, “Judge a person not by his folly”: Yearbook 4; Math Club 3, 4; Photography Club 4; Soda Committee 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN R. HATHORN CHARI.ES HISGEN, “Your soul is not plagued by sadness”: Mixed Chorus 4; Bowling 2. THOMAS HOGAN, “Strong reasons make strong actions”: Projector Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Football 3, 4; Track 3. CHERYL S. HENSON TANYA M HOMMEL TANYA HOMMELL, “Sweetness is her trade mark”: Majorettes 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1. JUDY INGRAM, “Silent waters run deep”: Class Officer 1, Vic? President; Student Council 2; Service Club 3; Yearbook 4, Art Editor; Math Club 3; F.T.A. 3; Dramatic Club 1, 3, 4; Dramatic Club Play 1; Junior Prom Committee 3, Chairman; Leaders Club 2, 3, 4; Reflector 1; Spa 3, 4, Art Editor; Promotion Committee 1; Assembly Club 1; Intramurals 1, 2. CAROL IRWIN, “No touch of bashfulness”: Service Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Careers Club 1,2; Girls’ Chorus 2, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 4. JOHN JENKINS, “Handsome is as handsome does”:Varsity Club 3, 4. Secretary; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2. LARRY JENKS, “A friendly smile and pleasant ways”: Varsity Club 2, 3. 4, Treasurer 4; Mixed Chorus 1.3; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Captain 4; J. V. Basketball 2; Varsity Basketball 3, 4: Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3. JUDY A. INGRAM provision j!ov ohl (mjv MAUREEN JONES, “Trifles make perfection and perfection is no trifle”: Service Club 1, 2, 3; F.N.A. 1, 2, 3: Spa 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Girls’ Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. R BKRT JONES, “He preferred to be good rather than seem so”: Assembly Club 1: Bowling 4. MAl'REEN KELLEY, “A helping hand and a willing heart”: Honor Society 3, 4, Secretary 4; Student Council 3; Yearbook 4, Co-editor; Math Club 4; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Honors Program 2, 3, 4; Promotion Committee I; Spa 2, 3, 4, Production Manager and Business Manager: Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Soda Committee 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; All County 3; Senior Prom Committee; Announcement Committee 4. MAUREEN A. JONES CLAUDIA KEMP, “Knowledge is power”: Class Officer, Secretary 4; Honor Society 3, 4: Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Secretary 1, 3: Yearbook 4, Copy Editor: Math Club 3, 4: Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Leaders’ Club 2, 4; Soda Committee 3; Assembly Club 1: Band 3; Orchestra I, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2 All State 4; All County 2, 3; Announcement Committee 4, Chairman. JOSEPH KIMBALL, “A jealous man always finds more than he looks for”: Student Council 1; Dramatic Club 2; Football 1, 4; Soccer 3. ROBERT G. JONES KAREN J. KRESKI Jucuhofi uw jjvv itfr olject KAREN KRESKI, “A pretty face is worth a thousand words”: Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Girls' Chorus 1,2: Majorettes 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. LUC KWANTEN, But fate ordains that dearest friends must part”: Honor Society 4; Student Council 4; Yearbook 4; Photography Club 4; Ski Club 4; Spa 4. JAN LANG. The reward of one’s duty is the power to fulfill”: Intramurals 1. LUC H. KWANTEN JOSEPH LATRELL, “A fresh free friendly man”: Math Club 4: Ski Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 2, 3: Electronics Club 3, 4; Track 3, 4. JULIA LEE, ‘‘Never an idle moment”: Sunday School Teacher; Daily Vacation Bible School Teacher. tke MARY LYNETT, ‘‘Brightly smile and sweetly sing”: Service Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Thrift Club 2; Pep Club 3; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Spa 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Girls’ Chorus 2, 3. JOHN MARINO, ‘‘The march of intellect”: Class President 2, Treasurer 3; Honor Society 3, 4; Student Council 2, 4; Yearbook 4; Math Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4: Football 1; J. V. Basketball 2; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 3, 4; Junior High Basketball 1. MARY CAROL LYNETT GLENN MARTIN. ‘‘A smile makes the gloom fade”: Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. ANTHONY MATRAZZO, ‘‘That’s amore”: Ski Club 3, 4; Varsity Club 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. RALPH MATRAZZO, ‘‘Mightiness is not measured in size”: Photography Club 4; Varsity Club 2, 3, 4; Art Service Club 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 1; Wrestling 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN F. MARINO ANTHONY A. MATRAZZO GLENN MARTIN 27 CAROL J. MAURER KATHLEEN A. McDONOUGH DONNA L. MERRILL CAROL MAURER, “You have chosen your path for tomorrow”: Student Council 1; Ski Club 4; Pep Club 1, 2; Junior Proin 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Reflector Club 1; Soda Committee 3; Art Club 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 1, 2; All-County 3; Majorettes 1, 2; Bowrling 2. KATHLEEN McDONOUGH, “Erin’s pride”: Service Club 2, 3, 4; Business Manager 4; F.N.A. 3, 4. President 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Leaders’ Club 1; Careers Club 3, 4; Reflector 1, Assistant Editor; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; All State 2; All County 1, 3. DONNA MERRILL, “Thy virtue is service”: F.N.A. 3, 4; Careers Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Knitting Club 1; Girls’ Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. PAULA MITCHELL, “Sunshine radiates around her”: Service Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Senior Prom Committee 4; Careers Club 1,2; Spa 4; Soda Committee 2; Girls’ Chorus 2, 3. SALLY MONACO, “A little laughter goes a long way”: Service Club 2, 3, 4; Thrift Club 1, Treasurer; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; F.N.A. 2, 3, 4; Reflector 1; Spa 2, 3, 4, Fashion Editor 3; Promotion Committee 1; Soda Committee 3; Knitting Club 1; Girls’ Chorus 2, 3, 4. SALLY A MONACO and cuJtun newt THOMAS MUENZ, “The quiet mind is richer”: Service Club 4; Careers Club 4; Electronics Club 3; Track 4. DAVID NUTTING, “Answer a fool according to his folly” ELAINE ORTOLEVA, “What is lovely never dies but passes into other loveliness”: Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Literary Editor; F.T.A. 4; F.N.A. 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Reflector 1; Spa 2, 3, 4. Feature 2. Assistant Editor 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; All County 2, 3, 4; Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; J. V. Cheerleader 1; Bowling 2. FRANCIS PARILLO, “Strength grows stronger by being tried”: Class Vice President 2; Service Club 4; Yearbook 4, Sports Editor; Math Club 3, 4; Photography Club 4; F.T.A. 4; Dramatic Club 3: Ski Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1,3; Junior Prom Committee 3, Senior Prom Committee 4; Spa 4; Promotion Committee 1: Soda Committee 3; Varsity Club 3, 4, President 4; Art Service Club 4; International Debate 4; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 1; Varsity Basketball 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. JILL PECUKONIS, “A fragile gift is beauty”: Student Council 4; Service Club 4; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; F.N.A. 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Pep Club 1,3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Reflector 1; Spa 2, 3, 4, Art Editor; Promotion Committee 1; Soda Committee 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; All County 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1. JILL L. PECUKONIS FRANCIS J. PARILLO 29 THOMAS M. MUENZ DAVID H. NUTTING ELAINE M. ORTOLEVA MARCIA PELLETIER, “It is not how long, but how well we live ’ KAY PLUMMER, “Music is in her power”: Service Club 4; F T.A 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 3, 4; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Reflector 1; Spa 2, 3, 4; Soda Committee 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 3, 4; All State 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Ensemble 4; All State Awards 1,2,4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. MARCIA PELLETIER DAWN REMINGTON, “Both short and sweet — some say best”: Service Club 3, 4; Thrift Club 1, Vice President; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Spa 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 3; Girls’ Chorus I, 2, 4. KAY F. PLUMMER RICHARD RIDER, “Kindness goes a long way”: Math Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Promotion Committee 1; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; All State 2, 3, 4; All County 2, 3. LESLIE BRYANT ROBINSON, “In the world of dreams I have chosen my part”: Service Club 3; Thrift Club 1; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Careers Club 3; Spa 4; Girls’ Chorus 1, 2, 3; Intramurals 1. apfiwitiwdup 0 lij SANDRA ROBINSON, “To be merry becomes you best”: Service Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Pep Club 1; Careers Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Reflector 1; Spa 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Girls’ Chorus 2, 3. LINDA ROGNER, “Silence is a virtue”: Service Club 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 4; Dramatic Club 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Spa 2, 3; Girls’ Chorus 2, 3. OLIVINE R(X)KE, “The true way of softening one’s troubles is to solace those of others”: F.N.A. 3; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Girls' Chorus 4. SANDRA L. ROBINSON EMILY ROY, “A pretty girl is like a melody”: Class Secretary 1, 2, 3; Student Council 3, 4, Secretary 4; Service Club 3; Thrift Club 1; Math Club 3; F.T.A 4; F.N.A. 2, 3, Secretary 3; Dramatic Club 3; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4: Careers Club 2; Spa 2, 3, 4; Promotion Committee Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Cheerleaders 3: Intramurals 2; Bowling 2. OAN RUTKOWSKI, “Merry as the day is long”: Service Club , 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2; Pep Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Careers Club 2; Reflector 1; Spa 2, 3, 4; Assembly Club 1. LINDA E. ROGNER MICHAEL J SENTIWANY MICHAEL SENTIWANY, “A bit of good sense is what makes men ': Math Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4: Promotion Committee 1; Soda Committee 3; Tennis Club 2, 3, 4. DON SIANO, “The friendliness that never fades’ : Class President I; Class Vice President 3; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4, Vice President 1; Math Club 3, 4; Photography Club 3, 4, Secretary 3; junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Promotion Committee 1; Soda Committee 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; All State 2, 3; All County 2, 3, 4; All Slate Competition 1, 2, 3, 4. DON J. SIANO MICHELENE SIROCCO, “Easy come, easy go ”: Service Club 2, 3. 4; Thrift Club 1; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; F.N.A. 2: Dramatic Club 2, 3; Ski Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 2; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Promotion Committee 1; Assembly Club 1; Girls’ Chorus 1,2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2. OLIN SMITH. “I sit and watch the world go by' : Thrift Club 1; Projector Club 3; Band 1, 2. SANDRA SMITH, “Let patience have her perfect work’’: Pep Club 1; Careers Club 2, 3; Spa 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Chorus 1. idw demise educidlori WILLIAM SMITH, “Man should be even better than he seems”: Football 4. SA1.I.Y SODEMANN, “Good deeds speak loudly”: Honor Society 3 4; Thrift Club 1, President; Math Club 3; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4 Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Leaders’ Club 3, 4; Promotion Committee 1; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Cheerleaders 3, 4, Captain 4; J. V. Cheerleaders 1, 2. WILLIAM R. SMITH DONALD STEPHENS, “The cheerful cherub’ PATRICIA STEIFERT, “Silence is not to be scorned”: Class Secretary 1; Yearbook 4; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Careers Club 2, 3, 4; Reflector 1; Girls’ Chorus 1, 2, 3; Majorettes 1, 2, 3, 4. SHARON SVOBODA, “Like a fountain bubbling with joy” SALLY M SODEMANN DONALD H SWEET iviwst man may a miyy lemrv DONALD SWEET, “A silent person is a good friend”: Sunday School Teacher. BRADLEY TAYLOR, “Once a friend always a friend”: Service Club 4; Yearbook 4; Photography Club 3; Projector Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; All State 3, 4; All County 2, 3. JANET THOMAS, “Keep it gay : Service Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Yearbook 4; F.N.A. 3, 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Careers Club 3, 4; Reflector 1; Spa 4; Soda Committee 3; Girls’ Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. GEORGE THOMPSON, “A big man hath a big heart”: Junior Prom Committee 3. KAREN THORNHILL, “In the end truth will conquer”: F.N.A. 4; Intramurals 2. BRADLEY S. TAYLOR CHERYI, TUPER, “Loyally is a virtue Service Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Pep Club 1,3; Reflector Girls’ Chorus 2, 3; Inlramurals 3, 1; 4. FRED UI.INE, “Fond of fun as fun can be”: Wrestling 2, 3, 4. BRUCE VEDDER. “All that glitters is not gold : Mixed Chorus 4; All County 1. CHERYL K. TUPER RICHARD WHEELER, “Go forward always forward”: Photography Club 4; Multilith Operator 2, 3, 4. THOMAS WOJTOWECZ, All this Deerslayer well knew : Junior Prom Committee 3; Chefs Club 1; Baseball 3. FRED A. ULINE the educated a w J. ANN WOLF ANN WOLF, “The mildest manner, the gentlest heart”: Service Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; F.T.A. 4; Dramatic Club 4: Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Assembly Club 1; Girls’ Chorus. HOWARD YOUNG, “A rolling stone gathers no moss”: Office Work 1, 2, 3; Transfer from Saranac. HOWARD L. YOUNG CLASS HISTORY How fast the years fly by! Graduation now looms in the very near future, but the earliest days of our schooling seem equally as close. Elementary school laid the foundation for our successful junior high and senior high careers. It was here that friendships were made that lasted throughout our years in Ballston Spa schools. Young though we were, those days were crowded with various activities. Many highly successful music careers were started while still in elementary school. The future football and basketball stars got their first practices during those years. Many of the dramatic “hams” of the class first tasted grease paint in the elementary auditorium where perhaps they portrayed a doll, soldier, cook, flower, witch, etc. in one of the annual Christmas plays. All this was exciting but was only a prelude to what was to follow. Seventh grade was a year of many changes; not only in position and subjects but as to building as well. Our class is the first graduating class to have completed at least a part of each junior and senior high year in the new building. New horizons in extracurricular activities were opened to us. Many of our classmates got their first taste of student government by being elected to the student council. Others developed journalistic talents through participation on the Reflector staff. Dramatic and music abilities were maintained by membership in orchestras, bands, and assembly club. This year was characterized mainly as groping our way toward the eighth grade. As eighth graders we were no longer on the bottom rung of the ladder. We began to spread our wings a bit. The boys interested in sports stormed the intra- mural groups. Dramatic Club was finally open to us. While still in the eighth grade Eve Chambers, Carol Maurer, and Franklyn DeRidder had leading parts in the two productions. The business staff of the Reflector was populated with several members of our class while others served in editorial positions on the staff. As the year rolled toward its completion, we selected Shelly Bouchard to accept the class standard from the previous class. Ninth grade was then upon us. With Don Siano at the helm of the Freshman Class and Shelly Bouchard guiding the entire junior high, we had a wonderful year. Assisting Don in the class offices were Judy Ingram, Vice-President; Emily Roy, secretary; and John Marino, treasurer. Shelly was equally as lucky in fellow officers with Don Siano, vice-president; Claudia Kemp, secretary, and John Gercn, treasurer. The 1958 Western “B“ Championship team that year received an able contribution from our class in the persons of Frank Parillo, Tony Matrazzo, Franklyn DeRidder, Ralph Matrazzo, Fran Marcoux, Larry Jenks, and Richard Fitzgerald. Our Ninth grade basketball team did equally as well. John Geren, Larry Jenks, Curt Funston, Frank Parillo, David Coon, John Hathorn, Tony Funiciello, Buster French, Ralph Matrazzo and Fran Marcoux made up the undefeated team. Sally Sodernann, Shelly Bouchard, Elaine Ortoleva, and Chery Arff did more than their share by cheering the J. V. team on to victory. In the literary department, Mary Ann Streever headed the Reflector staff, ably assisted by Eve Chambers and Kathy McDonough. Under the stage lights, C'.audia Kemp, Charles Escher, Maureen Kelley and 36 Franklyn DeRidder could be seen hamming it up in cither “Button Button” or “Our Girls”. As the year rushed to its finale, wc made plans for our Freshman Prom, class day, class auctions, and promotion night. Under able chairmanships all these projects went smoothly. Our promotion was a great success and we entered senior high confident our high school irrcr would be equally successful. Tenth grade once again found us at the bottom working our way up. Because of the great number of clubs open to us, we soon found ourselves right in the swing of things. Many of our musical virtuosos participated in the musical groups, either orchestra, band, mixed or girls’ chorus. The majority of the Reflector staff joined the Spa staff while many transferred from junior high dramatic club to senior high dramatic club. Vocational clubs such as F.T.A., F.N.A., and Careers Club received great support from our class. Service Club attracted many willing workers from among our classmates. These were only a sample of the various extra-curricular activities open to us. Our contribution to the 1958 Championship football team was carried over to the 1959 championship team. Our boys again participated on a successful basketball team. Sally Sodemann, Chery Arff, and Peggy Aubin cheered the J. V. boys on while Shelly Bouchard and Elaine Ortoleva moved up to the Varsity squad. Toward the middle of the year, our class was organized with John Marino, president; Frank Parillo, vice-president; Emily Roy, secretary, and John Geren. treasurer. The end of the year brought us face to face with Regents exams for the first time. They were hard, but we managed successfully and soon found ourselves juniors. Early in the year, John Geren took over the reins of the class as president. With Don Siano as vice-president, Emily Roy as secretary, and John Marino as treasurer he was ably assisted. That year also, Claudia Kemp was secretary of tht student council and John Geren was treasurer. Another object of major interest was the ordering of class rings. Our class established a standard design to be followed for at least five years. Once again many of our boys played on the football team. Curt Funston, John Geren, Larry Jenks, John Hathorn, Frank Parillo, and Art Sellers helped the Varsity basketball team to its 9-9 season. As before our girls cheered both the football and basketball teams. Emily Roy cheered for the J. V. squad. The extra-curricular horizon remained about the same with the addition of the National Honor Society. John Marino, Eve Chambers, Claudia Kemp, Franklyn DeRidder. Maureen Kelley, John Geren, Jim Egan. Elaine Ortoleva, Sally Sodemann, and Cheryl Arff were tapped as new members. Spring came and with it our Junior Prom, “Ming T’ien Lender the direction of Judy Ingram, the prom turned out to be one of the most beautiful in many years. We were all proud of Shelly Bouchard, who was crowned our beautiful queen. We were very grateful to both Mrs. Nichols and Mr. Sather for helping to make our junior year so successful. Toward the end of the year, it was announced that several of our classmates were to participate in various special activities during the coming summer. Eve Chambers and John Geren were to spend the summer in Guayaquil, Ecuador, under the sponsorship of the I F.I. Chery Arff was to attend a special United Nations trip sponsored by the Odd Fellows and Re-bc kahs. The American Legion sent John Marino and Franklyn DeRidder to Boys’ State. Later that summer John Marino attended a leadership council at New Paltz for student council members. After exams, we all wonderingly became seniors. As our senior year began, we welcomed Luc Kwan-ten, our foreign exchange student, who was spending the year with Ricky Rider, and we looked forward to the visit of two more exchange students from South America. John Geren was again elected president of our class with Luc Kwanten as our vice-president, Claudia Kemp as secretary, and Peggy Aubin as treasurer. Miss Walmsley and Mr. Komar served as our class deans and spent many hours helping to make our senior year a memorable one. John Marino served as president of student council with Emily Roy as secretary. The yearbook was organized with Maureen Kelley and Franklyn DeRidder as co-editors and John Marino as business manager. Our football team had one of its greatest setbacks in the school history during the fall of our senior year. Despite the 0-6 record, the team did not lack spirit or fight. The team members from our class included Frank Parillo, John Jenkins, Frank DeRidder, Ralph Ma-trazzo, Larry Jenks, Jim Egan, Tom Coryer, Gary Rhodes, Bill Smith, Tom Hogan, Lyle French, and Joe Kimball. In late fall the basketball team got under way. Curt Funston, Frank Parillo, Larry Jenks, John Hathorn, and Art Sellers were the senior contributions. The basketball team made the school proud of it. Once again several of our senior girls lent their spirit to the team through cheerleading. The National Honor Society elected Frank DeRidder, president; John Marino, vice-president; Maureen Kelley, secretary; and Jim Egan, treasurer. Jackie Abel was tapped as a member. Richard Himmel was named a semi-finalist in the National Merit Exam while Franklyn DeRidder, John Geren, Maureen Kelley, Claudia Kemp, and John Marino received letters of commendation. Slowly we formed plans for our Senior Ball our last formal dance as a class. Other activities such as the senior banquet, senior pictures, announcements, and cap and gown projects were no longer dreams, but plans for the very near future. Finally as stately Seniors we all looked forward to June 26, the day we aging individuals commence into the world from the “Realms of Gold. 37 SENIOR BEST DRESSED Chery Arff John Hathorn SHORTEST GIRL — TALLEST BOY Mary Carol Lynett Larry Jenks MOST ATHLETIC Frances Capasso Ralph Matrazzo BEST LOOKING Emily Roy John Jenkins BEST PERSONALITY Claudia Kemp Don Siano CLASS FLIRTS Peggy Aubin 38 Joe Kimball FAVORITES CLASS CLOWNS Emily Roy Richard Fitzgerald MOST TALKATIVE Emily Roy Ed Comly BEST DANCERS Peggy Aubin Jim Brundige MOST POLITE Jackie Abel Don Siano SHORTEST TEMPER Shelly Bouchard Tony Funiciello SHYEST Julia Lee Don Sweet MOST POPULAR Shelly Bouchard John Geren MOST MUSICAL Chery Arff Don Siano DONE MOST FOR THE SCHOOL MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Maureen Kelley John Marino CLASS ARTISTS Judy Ingram John Jenkins CLASS HOTRODS John Jenkins Elaine Ortoleva BEST ACTOR AND ACTRESS Maureen Kelley Franklyn DeRidder 41 JUNIORS First Row: Pamela Muenz, Claudia Mitchell, Mary Thompson, Linda Thompson, Jonnel Pack, Sandra Geier, Gail Thomas. Second Row: Marie Miller, Thomisa Nowhitney. Karen Post, Faith Palinkas, Patricia Lane, Marlene Man-gino, Christina Wade, Geraldine Jones. Third Row: Helga Phillipp, Judy Whittredge, Sarah Wheeler, Nancy Whittaker, Lorraine Zahn, Evelyn Rouke, Sharon Morris, Sherry Moulton. Fourth Row: Carol Miner, Mary Ann Tranka, Ruth Snell. Beverly Manning. First Row: Sharon Hominell, Geraldine Cope, Doreen Christopher, Carrimae Barrett, Audrey Blackwood, Cherubina Altieri. Second Row: Gloria Henek, Diane Bartholdi, Mary Ann Greinert, Sylvia Aufiero, Carol Dodds, Carolyn Decker. Third Row: Ann Henek, Eileen Benzal, Dolores Hart, Janice Hall, Gail Houck, Cheryl Green. 42 First Row: Ronald Brackett, David Fish. Robert Clark, Raymond Howe, Ronald Dreher, James Bryant, Robert Keator, Douglas Keister. Second Row: Robert Bloodgood, Lyle French, Thomas Cutbush, Frank Curcio, John Ashbey, Kenneth Johnson, John Hyatt, Barry Lupe. Third Row: Russell Altone, Michael Drake, Clifford Mitchell, Larry DuBois, Peter Beals, Vincent De-Lucia, Robert Lawrence, Dennis Dygert, Carl LaBounty. First Row: James Wiant, Robert Weaver, Daniel Nelson. John Roche, John Romano, Robert Pettit, Larry Phillips. Second Row: Donald Clements, Raymond Nutting, George Morris, Charles Svoboda, Thomas Murphy, Gary Wetsel, John Tefft. Third Row: David Seymour, Jacob Skiwski, Barry Watson, Robert Morris, Duncan Schwenker, Paul Thibado, Art Sellers. 43 SOPHOMORES First Row: Rosemary Kimball. Jean Palmo. Linda Thompson, Nancy O’Brien, Judy Strakos, Sally TenEyck, Donna Levine. Linda Lepper, Lorena Oppici. Second Row: Jane King, Donna McGinn, Arlene Parker, Donna VanLew, Jean Williams, Betty Moore, Ruth Ann Y'edder, Susan Stevens, Helen Taylor. Third Row: Dawn Palmateer, Christine Oakey, Joyce Kinns, Paula Murphy. Diana Reynolds, Marcia Whalen, Maureen Kelly, Carol Knuth, Barbara Reilly. First Row: Kay Geer, Eleanor Bennett, Rosemarie Conklin, Joyce Bryant, Candace Jurcsak, Joyce Bush, Sylvia Butler, Jacqueline Dygert, Patricia Armstrong. Second Row: Nancy Cox, Stephanie Allard, Sharon Brackett. Janice Brower, Diana Cull, Patricia Gibson, Eleanor Comly, Kathryn Burgess. Third Row: Elaine Danopuk, Mary Ann Coon, Trudy Haenel, Sharon Fitzgerald, Sue Ann Brown, Sandra Chaplin, Anne Gardiner, Miriam Arff. 44 (ffciL come of i uhist iy ana pe Mev umce First Row: Gary Svoboda, Bruce Richards. Robert VVolf, David Ruscitto Le � rd layer Ralph Marks, Richard Wakefield, Paul Mason, Richard Tibbetts, Robert Little. Second Row: Thomas Nutting, Charles Salvato, Don Van Zandt. Wayne Peterson Mark Thompson, Robert Pratt, Kenneth Nutting, Albert Seaman Richard Tranka Edward Krehan Third Row: Peter Tracy, Donald Plum, Ronald Shrome David Vrooman, Paul Rhodes, George McDonough, John Thibado, David urster, Charles Nolan. First Row: Russell Bowers, David Bargovic, Janies DiBlasio, John Branham, David Dibelius, William Halter, Richard Jones, Timothy DuBois, Charlton Brackett. Second Row: Garry Durham, Paul Hosier, John Fruehwirth. Stephen Fitzgerald. Joseph Brooks. Arthur Barnes. Daniel Della Porta, Raymond Eseher Third Row: David Breyo, John Diggins, Christopher Carpenter, Paul Beals. Randy Halm, Charles Becker. Robert Barney, Robert Denis. Kenneth Barnes. 45 FRESHMEN First Row: Susan Champagne, Kathy Tooper. Doreen Kinnecutt, Bonnie Place, Linda Goard, Alice Thompson, Linda Manzer, Kathy Roonan, Judy Zepko, Paula Place, Mary Ann Kashuba, Linda Relyea, Jonina Nowhitney. Second Row: Nancy Taylor, Mary Ann Rybaltowski. Kathy Hyatt, Cindy Meader, Susan Cinella, Colleen Mahoney, Suzanne Kelley, Claudia Coseo, Marie Brate, Christie Blanche, Grace Lcnz, Yvonne Smith. Third Row: Barbara Taylor, Mary Lou Gower, Sandy Porter. Janice Brower, Arlene Jenkins, Sandy Derby, Gail Brower, Pamela Knuth, Florence Brooks, Linda Luce, Bonita Mead, Karen King, Rita Green Fourth Row: Bonnie Hickock, Eleanor Van Yeck. Laura Kawecki, Jane Davenau, Kathy Collins, Bonnie Snell, Georgia Savage, Sylvia Kelley, Sharon Thomas, Maureen Peck, Paula Dewey, Carol Plummer. First Row: Patricia Richardson. Pamela Little, Linda Wade, Carol Trude, Carol Bcn- ninati, Donna Kimball, Elaine Johnson, Linda Brooks, Linda Aken, Dawn Leamy, Imt-raine Levine, Frances Fisher. Second Row: Donna Nichols, Dorothy Haney, Linda Ramsey, Carolyn Johnson, Kathryn Vandish, Lucy Fowler, Sandra Mitchell, Mary Ann Munier, Cheryl Carbone. Beverly Morris, June Chaplin, Sally Miner. Third Row: Carol Gates, Nancy Wagner, Linda Edmonson, Stephanie Capone, Sandy Becker, Sharon Delaney, Janet Bradt, Lilian Freiberger, Kathy Ashbey, Kathleen Plummer, Sandra Prescott, Nanette Miranda, Cindy Schallehn, Sandra Bormann, Carol Clemens, Joan Nelson, Patricia Weisenberger, Kathryn Morelock, Frances Friello, Theresa Funiciello, Janice Miranda. Frances Dexter. Jo Scott. 46 First Row Charles Fitzgerald, William Kilburn, Luke Fillmore, Kenneth Harrison, Stephen Merola, Keith Hall, Rolf Gebel, James Carson. Eric Davis, William Keehan, William Gorman, Dennis Petteys, Charles Zetterstrom, William Novotny, James Chaplin, William Burtran George Laque, Robert Tranka, Robert Smaldone, Kenneth Christianson, Bernard Smith, ’ Joseph King. Third Row: Richard Nutting. Walter Jan� ak, Wayne Shouse, Lynn Blackwood, Lynn Gagne, Patrick Comly, Allen Briggs, William Raymond Briggs, William Raymond, Royal Arnold, Joseph Relyea, Clifford Brice. First Row: Clarence Cary. Edwin Connon. David Himmel, Gary Brower, Robert koz-lowski, Gary Lewis, Richard Mattrazzo. Earl Manning, Terry Beek, James Cutbush, Larry Osterwise Second Row: William Arnold, Joseph Moulton, Joseph DiPasquale, la-ernan Chase, John Randall, Edward Bennett, Richard Weis, Michael Turon, William Drsadora, Ronald Ingram, Steward Jones, James Halter. Third Row: Jerry Kilburn, Lloyd IJelmen, Daniel Boyce, Thomas Po.t, Joseph DeLeonardis, Bruce Balmouth, Wayne Shrome. Raymond Rodrique, John Stanislowski, Michael Mone, Vincent Johnson. 47 EVIDENCE IN PICTURES Pull hard, Emily. John gets his first. The grand finale! J :: V: : : ? : Don’t turn your back. Make your move, Charles! We did well at the rally! Our orderly class meetings. Oh, those varsity scholars! 48 Dancing — American style. Shoulders back, Ed. x-imRL—- Our Christmas Concert. You tell ’em, John. What’s so funny? BEHIND CLOSED DOORS Life is but one STUDY HALL Mrs. Marino ART Mr. Komar LATIN Mr. Grillo ENGLISH Mrs. Marino BIOLOGY Mr. Plante 50 continual course FRENCH Mrs. Butcher HOME ECONOMICS Miss Martin of instruction CHEMISTRY Mr. Hennig MUSIC Miss Place, cadet LIBRARY Miss Chandler STUDENT COUNCIL Seated: M. Bouchard, E. Tracy, Advisor; K. Monaco, E. Roy, L. Philips, J. Marino, L. Kwanten. Standing: E. Comly, C, Altieri, C. Kemp, P. Beals, L. French, P. Beals, K. Nutting, D. Siano, N. Whittaker, M. Miller, D. Hart. igpfgyj?!:: Every year matters come up which may be handled by the students themselves through their representatives in the Student Council. Each homeroom in the school is entitled to elect a member to this body. These students meet twice a month to discuss matters of importance to both the students and the school. Under the direction of their advisor, Mrs. Eileen Tracy, they endeavor to do as much as possible for both groups. L. Philips, Vice-President; J. Marino, President; E. Roy, Secretary. 52 SERVICE CLUB First row M Lynett, F. Capasso, P Lane, C. Dodds, J. Aufiero. M. Grienert, M. Sirocco, P. Aubin, P. Armstrong, S. Wheeler, L. Thompson, D. Levine, L. Oppici, S. Robinson. M. Kelly. Second row: L. Rogner, A. Wolf A Blackwood, G. Thomas, T. Nowhitney, M Miller, C. Wade, M. Mangino, S. Fitzgerald G. Jones, J. Pack C Tuper D. Bartholdi, S. Moulton. Third row: C. Irwin, P. Mitchell, J Kinns, M. Whalen G. Miner, E Rourke, S. Morris, S. Monaco, B Cates, J Thomas, B. Cook. S. Conde, B. Manning. Fourth row: R VVeaver, D. Nelson, D. Clemens, J. Roche. T. Funiciello, C. Escher, T Peck, T. Murphy, T. Muenz, F. Panllo, G. McDonough, J. Thibado, P. Thibado. In any school there are a certain number of jobs that must be done in order for the school to function properly. Many of these may seem small and insignificant but they must be done. To the members of the service club fall these jobs. These students work very hard in order to see that our school is properly run. Among their jobs are: running a bookstore, collecting money at school functions, and doing various maintenance work. M Miller, Secretary; T. Funiciello, Treasurer; F. Capasso, President; P. Armstrong, Vice-President. 53 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY First Row: Franklyn DcRidder, John Marino, Maureen Kelley, James Egan. Second Row: Luc Kwanten, Sally Sodemann, Eileen Benzal, Diane Bartholdi, Cheryl Arff. Third Row: Russell Altone, Claudia Kemp, Elaine Ortoleva, Jacob Skiwski. Absent from Picture: Jacquelyn Abel, Eve Chambers and John Geren. Character, Service, Leadership and Scholarship are the four major qualifications of an Honor Society member. They are expected to live up to these goals. Any junior or senior who has an average of 85 or better may be tapped as a member of the society. Induction ceremonies are held in both the fall and the spring. The main activity of the Honor Society is to raise money to sponsor an American Field Service Student here and to send one abroad. They do this by holding dances and other money making projects. They usually sponsor an A.F.S. day here every year. The group is under the direction of Mrs. Ruth Nichols. 54 Honor is not a matter of any man’s calling me: but rather of his own actions in it. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Seated: Peggy Aubin, treasurer: Claudia Kemp, secretary. Standing: Miss Wamsley, advisor; Luc Kwanten, vice-president; John Geren, president; Mr. Komar, advisor. The senior class wishes to express its appreciation to Miss Joan Wamsley and Mr. Paul Komar for the time and effort they have spent in making our senior year a memorable one. They have devoted many long hours to making all our senior activities highly successful. Under the financial eye erf Miss W amsley and the artistic eye of Mr. Komar, all went smoothly. YEARBOOK EDITORS Seated: Elaine Ortoleva, Claudia Kemp, Franklyn DeRidder, Maureen Kelley Sharon Conde, Beverly Cook. Standing: Frank Parillo, John Marino, Richard iiimmel. 56 YEARBOOK STAFF « .� -c C. E.,h,r. M toM.S. J%XdLKM nS.J Ashbey. Second ! S. Conde, B. Cook Bouchard, S. Sodemann, Komnson, j. w v il Aj'hbey' Second row: J. Marino, F. PariUo, E. Ortoleva, C. Kemp, F. DeRiddcr, M. Kelley, ‘ R. Himmel. EDITORS Maureen Kelley - Franklyn DeRidder Co-Editors JOHN MARINO CLAUDIA KEMP ELAINE ORTOLEVA Business Manager Copy Editor Literary Editor JUDY INGRAM FRANK PARILLO RICHARD HIMMEL Art Editor Sports Editor Photography Editor SHARON CONDE BEVERLY COOK Typing Editors ADVERTISING STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF 57 Seated: M. Kelley, C. Kemp. Standing: £. Com-ly, F. DeRidder. J. Ashbey, R. Himmel. Walk together, Talk together, All ye people of the Earth; AMERICAN FIELD SERVICE Luc Kwanten — AFS Student from Belgium Then and only then shall ye have Peace. I learned to understand some of this country, why they make decisions that we do not understand. I learned that the American is not too much different from other people. I talked with many foreign students and all the time we came to the same conclusion: A want for peace, for freedom. From Norway to South America, from Pakistan to the USA all want peace and freedom. Peace is a marvelous thing, without it our happiness would not be complete. But how can there be any peace if we are full of prejudices? Therefore talk together, let us talk and find out what the true situation is and then when we understand each other we can walk together and have peace. I hope that my stay in this school has helped to clear some wrong ideas. I hope whenever we meet again, we shall still be free and in peace. Luc’i Belgian Home En als wij ons vinden op stap door het land, Ax dan gloeit in ons alien heilige brand . . . A note in a yearbook, a memory to be read once and then forgotten. This year, however, I will never forget. It will be one of my nicest memories. I want to thank all of you that helped to make .this year as wonderful as it has been. 58 INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP INC. U nder-standing is the Key to Peace; Language is the Key to U nder-standing This year our school participated in the International Fellowship exchange program. This program deals with only North and South American countries. If a student goes to a foreign country on this program, he must agree to take a student in his home for three months. Eve Chambers and John Geren were the participating students from our school. Both Eve and John spent the summer in Guayaquil, Ecuador. They both expressed the need for more such exchange programs to help further world understanding. On the exchange program Enoch Delgado and Edmundo Moran spent three months in Ballston Spa. Enoch was from Panama City, Panama, and stayed with the Chambers. Edmundo stayed with the Gerens and was from Guayaquil, Ecuador. Edmundo Moran, Enoch Delgado SPECIAL HONORS ORATORICAL CONTEST Charles Escher, Franklyn DeRidder: Every year the American Legion sponsors a speaking contest on the Constitution. This year it was won by Franklyn DeRidder. NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST Richard Himmrl On the test taken for a merit scholarship, Richard Himmel was named a semi-finalist. This allowed him to participate in the next phase of the contest. In order to become a semi-finalist, you must place in the top ten thousand students. This is indeed a great honor. Those students who do well on the test but are not semi-finalists are given letters of commendation. NATIONAL MERIT LETTER OF COMMENDATION Claudia Kemp, John Marino, Maureen Kelley, Franklyn DeRidder. 60 BOYS' STATE UNITED NATIONS John Marino, Franklyn DeRidder Boys’ State is an organization sponsored by the American Legion to promote good citizenship among boys and to let them learn how our government works first hand. The boys organize their own cities and states and elect officers. John Marino and Franklyn DeRidder were our representatives. HONORS PROGRAM Cheryl Arff Every year the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs sponsor a trip to the U.N. in order for students to see the group in action. Cheryl attended from our school during the month of July. First Row: Claudia Kemp, Maureen Kelley, Elaine Ortoleva. Second Row: John Marino, Jacob Skiwski, Franklyn DeRidder, Barry Lupe, James Egan. 61 ART SERVICE CLUB First row: M. Mangino, C. Dodds, P. Aubin, M. Sirocco, E. Roy, P. Lane, M. Sirocco, T. Hommel, S. Horn-mel, S. Brackett, S. TenEyck, R. Kimball. Second row: P. Komar, Advisor; S. Moulton, D. McGinn, J. King, G. Henek, K. Post, T. Nowhitney, F. Palinkas, L. Zahn, J. Pack, R. Conklin, L. Thompson, J. Cramer. Third row: B. Taylor, C. Escher, A. Henek, C. Henson, S. Monaco, E Rourke, T. Haenel, M. Kelly, S. Brown, C. Oaky. Fourth row: D. Esmond, P. Thibado, S. Fitzgerald, J. Ingram, B. Cates, D. Merrill, F. DeRidder, G. Gray, F. Parillo, R. Matrazzo, T. Peck. One of the newly organized clubs in school zation that is in need of artistic help. They is the art service club. Its members do much are in charge of the lighting of dramatic and toward making our school beautiful. They help other programs. The group is under the direc- decorate the building. They assist any organi- tion of Mr. Paul Komar. Everyone pitches in and helps in Art Service Club. 62 CAREERS CLUB Stated: H Philipp, K. Plummer, K McDonough, T. Nowhitney, B Cook, F. Capasso, S. Fitzgerald, N. Hare-sign Advisor; J. Thomas. Standing: M. Lynett, D. Bartholdi, L. Zahn, A. Blackwood, L. Opicci, M. VVhalcn, C Barrett, N. Cox, D. Merrill, S Morris, D. McGinn, E Bennett, T. Haenel, C. Levine, J. Williams. S. Robinson, L. Rogner, P. Stricfert, J. Kinns, C. Miner. Whenever you enter our guidance office you will find one or two members of the Careers Club working there. They perform various tasks in the office in order to earn the necessary points to remain in the club. Members of this organization are also responsible ' � for posting senior high homerooms with career information. Each homeroom is assigned a member to take care of the bulletin board. Under the direction of their advisor, Miss Nila Haresign, they do much to keep the guidance department running smoothly. 63 FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA First Row: F. Capasso, M. Greinert, M. Sirocco, P. Armstrong, E. Roy, P. Lane, C. Dodds, D. McGinn, J. King, L. Lepper. Second Row: A, Wolf, L. Rogner, S. Butler, D. Bartholdi, C. Barrett, S. Sodemann, M. Bouchard, M. Mangino, J. Dygert, J. Kinns. Third Row: D. Hart, K. Post, J. Hall, A. Henelt, K. Burgess, K. Plummer, C. Arff, E. Ortoleva, M. Kelley, M. Whalen. Fourth Row: A, Gardiner, S. Monaco, J. Roche, J. Brundige, P. Beals, D. Clemens, F. Parillo, F. DcRidder, J. Pecukonis, M. Arff, Sponsored by Mr. William Van Derwerker, the F.T.A. is designed to interest students in the teaching profession. Different phases of teaching are displayed and discussed by the members. The seniors and juniors are given a chance each year to practice teach in our junior high on student-teacher day. It is hoped that through this club an interest will be stirred in young people. P. Armstrong, treasurer; F. Capasso, president; S. Sodemann, secretary. 64 FUTURE NURSES OF AMERICA Seated: P. Muenz, J. Thomas, B. Cates, K. Thornhill. Standing: S. Wheeler, D. Merrill, N. Whittaker. Under the leadership of Mrs. Aletta Code, the F.N.A. is established to acquaint the members with the different phases of nursing. Different nurses from the area are often speakers at the meetings. During the year the members help out at the school clinics, visit hospitals in the area, and often devote a few hours each week to working in the Benedict Memorial Hospital. N. Whittaker, secretary; K. McDonough, president; B. Cates, vice-president. DRAMATICS “Like a rat in a trap: On The Bridge At Midnight March 22, 1962 Directed by-Mr. Robert Trombley Presented by Senior High Students “I’ve forgotten my cattle “Show me where she lives “Make-up creates an effect No Room At The Inn December 21, 1961 Under direction of Mrs. Cecil Marino Presented by Senior Class You can stay with me 66 “Oh, it was in Sunday School SPA STAFF First Row: M. C. Lynett, F. Capasso, M. Sirocco, M. Greinert, E. Roy, L. Oppici N. Cox, D. Christopher A. Blackwood, J. Aufiero, D. Remington, C. Dodds, P. Mitchell, L Robinson, J. Pack. Second Row. T Nowhitney D Bartholdi, S. Stevens, S. Fitzgerald, S. Smith, C. Barrett, J. Kinns, E. Ortoleva, R. Matrazzo, F. Parillo, L. French, R. Jones, E. Benzal, D. Hart, S. Svoboda. Third Row: J. Thomas, C. Jones, M Coon, M Whalen, M. Kelley, J. Hall, L. Kwanten, S. Conde, B Cates, J. Pecukoms, R. Snell, B Manmng, T. Cutbush, R. Halm. F. DeRidder, T. Murphy. The Spa is an organization of students interested in journalism. Each month they publish a paper entirely on their own. Eileen Benzal is the editor-in-chief. Mr. Waldmen is their advisor. The entire staff works hard to produce a fine school newspaper. — Editors. 67 SLIDE RULE CLUB ADVANCED Seated: J. Egan. F. Parillo, C. Kemp, S. Sodemann. D. Siano, J. Wamsley, advisor. Standing: D. Keis- ter, J. Marino, M. Sentiwany, D. Coon, C. Funston, T. Funicicllo, R Rider, R. Himmel. Under the direction of Miss Joan Wamsley, juniors and seniors are learning the principles of the slide rule. The group is divided into two sections: advanced and beginning. Both groups get practive in using the slide rule which proves to be valuable in other school subjects as well as math. BEGINNING Seated: J Wamsley, advisor; C. Barrett, E Ortoleva, E Benzal, M. Miller, M. Kelley, T. Nowhitney. Standing: D Nelson, R. Fitzgerald, J. Skiwski, M. Drake, T. Cutbush, B. Lupe, P. Thibado, M. Denis, R. Altone, W. Bouford, R. Lawrence, R. Nutting, J. Lang, J. Latrell. 68 SKI CLUB BE rToo rSaLh Re,vS o: SkETSfciJf JI- ! ajSS- I t RRI.rCj: PHe t Kd Fourth Row: P. Thibado, G. Gray, P. Aubin, C. Dodds, E. Snyder, F. Parillo, J. Dygert, M Mangino, Sirocco. Members of our Ski Club may be seen, either as a group or alone, skimming down the in our area. The new members of the group are given a chance to learn while the members polish off their talents. ski slopes advanced PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Seated: F. Parillo, J. Roche, R. Himmel, J. Ashbey. Standing: T. Nutting, J. Wiant, K Nutting, R Kreski, T. Funiciello, C. Escher. In order to be a member of Photography Club one must have an active interest in cameras and photography in general. The group has an excellent darkroom at their disposal and from it emerges some very fine work in this field. SENIOR BALL - DECEMBER 23 Dave West, Dawn Remington; Robert Nicolella, Kathy McDonough, Art McRee, Carol Maurer; Donald Monoco, Shelly Bouchard; Donald Austin, King; Chery Arff, Queen; Bettie Cates, Gary Rhodes; Sharon Condc, Luc Kwanten; Cheryl Henson, Larry Jenks; Sally Sodemann, Curt Funston. Fortune's a prize to be won. of mystery adds enchantment. walks with grace. BUON NATALE Let your life lightly dance on the edge. Life is like music, composed by ear. f°° s dart Music moves us. 71 JUNIOR PROM MAY 13 Court: Stephen Pagach, Sally Monaco; Chery Henson, John Seibert; Ann Wolf, Mike Sentiwany; Carol Maurer, Art McRee; Michele Bouchard, Queen; Donald Monoco, King; Sally Sodeman, Curt Funston; Maureen Jones. Clifford Noyes; Eve Chambers, David Coon; Chery Arff, Donald Austin. Of They move easiest, who have learned to dance. Wisely and slowly; they stumble that run fast. All who would win joy, must share it. 72 On with the dance! Let joy be unconfined! The art of pleasing consists of being pleased. Every man’s life is a fairy tale. If----------- A sweet, attractive kind of grace. A ballroom is nothing more or less than a great market place of beauty. Give your gifts to make others happy. 73 LEADERS' CLUB First Row: F. Capasso, P. Lane, M. Sirocco, H. Dixson, Advisor; M. Mangino, M Greinert, P. Aubin C. Dodds, M Sirocco, J. Dygert, P. Armstrong, L. Lepper. Second Row: S Butler, M. Miller, T. Nowhitney, J. Cramer, J. Cramer, C. Kemp, S. Sodemann, S. Bouchard, C. Arff, E. Comly. Third Row: K Plummer, J. Ingram, N. Whittaker, K. Burgess, S. Brown. S. Moulton, A. Gardiner, M. Arff. Leaders’ Club is an organization of girls who excel in physical education. Their purpose is to assist in the gym classes. r Varsity Club is an organization of boys who have participated in varsity sports. All who have earned two varsity letters are eligible. Its main purpose is to promote good sportsmanship and high standards among athletes. VARSITY CLUB 74 CAFETERIA STAFF Mrs. Keister, Mrs. Herrick, Mrs. Kreski, Mrs. Jurscak. The school owes much to both our cafeteria and custodial staff. They work long hours to make our school more pleasant. The cafeteria staff is responsible for planning and serving the meals, while the custodians work to keep our building in wonderful condition. Kneeling: Mr. Jurscak, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Keister. Standing: Mr. Ramsdill, Mr. Uline, Mr. Robinson. CUSTODIAL STAFF 75 SENIOR ORCHESTRA First Row: M. King, K. McDonough, C. Blanche, M. Kelley, K. Post, P. Dewey, T. Funiciello, A. Persson, C. Arff, P. Armstrong, M. Bouchard. M. Drake, J. Pecukonis, S. Sodemann, R Rider. Second Row: M. Arff, J. Scott, K. Plummer. S. Bormann, F. Capasso, S. Smith, C. Barrett, B Taylor. B Dibelius, C. Chase. S. Jones, D. Kinnicutt, S. Butler, A. Gardiner. Third Row: A. Dunlop, F. Dexter. K Scott, T. Connon, C. Kelley, S. Allard, J. Fruehwirth, R. Jones, C. Becker, C. LaBounty, K. Plummer, R. Tibbitts, L. Gagne. R. Nutting, R. Day, director. Fourth Row: D. Seymour, M Drake, D. Dygert, B. Cook, C. Kemp, C. Chase, D. Clements, J. Roche, N. Whittaker, R. Dreher, D. Siano, T. Cutbush, R. Himmel. SENIOR BAND First Row: C. Meader, G. Wetsel, R. Dreher, A. Dunlop, R. Escher, T. Cutbush, J. Geren, L. Phillips, R Altone, R. Nutting, D. Siano, R. Tibbitts. Second Row: S. Stevens, S. Butler, R. Jones, C. Escher, D. Monaco, L. Osterwise, R. W'akefield, P. Rhodes, V. Johnson, C. Becker, J. Wiant. Third Row: S. Allard, J. Miranda, M. Colvin, B. Mead, S. Kelley, J. Arff, C. Clemens, N. Whittaker, K. Plummer, J. Fruehwirth. R. Himmel, P Peters. Fourth Row: J. Benuscak, advisor: L. Lepper, T. Creedon, J. Roche, C. Carpenter, T. Beek, D. Seymour. 76 MIXED CHORUS First row: J. Scott, S. Bormann, S. Smith, C. Johnson, K McDonough, L. Chase, G. Brerver S. Jones J. Halter, F. Connon, D Kinnicutt, T Funiciello, E. Roy, P. Armstrong, M. Dynett. Second row: M. Gr‘cn '’' Xj K Plummer M Sirocco, S. Sodemann, W. Bertrand, B. Taylor, T. Funiciello, T. Hogan, P Thompson, T Peck, M Brate, J Cramer, B. Dexter, K. Kreski, E. Chambers Third row: C Bar t D- Mitchell, S ' heel -VI Bouchard G Houck, L. Gentiluomo, D Schwenker, G. Gray, F. Parillo, P Thibado, L. Gagne, G. Henson, S Monaco C Arff J. Cramer, C. Dodds, P Aubin. Fourth row: S. Robinson. M. Jones, J Whittredge L. Zah , H Phillips, B Vedder, R Lawrence, T. Murphy, C. LaBounty, C. Funston, D. Wurster, R Nutting, B. Taylor, C. Blanche, J. Brooks, J. Pecukonis, M. Arff, A. Gardiner. GIRLS’ CHORUS First row: C. Schallehn, K Tooper, S. Cinella, S. Champagne, F Frien°, D. Kimtal1, B. Mom . D McGinn, J. Brvant E Bennett K Geer, C. Carbone, L. Thompson, F. Brooks. J. Nowhitney, S Mitchell L Brooks wide,’ Second row: J. Pack, G. Thomas, T. Nowhitney, A. Thompson, M. Mumer, Ne‘fonA.JC Mamrino 1 lenkins C. Breyo, I. Zepko, O. Rooke, D. Remington, P. Lane, K. Ashbey D. Nichols, F. risher, K Moreiock C Mahoney, j. Chaplin, L. Fowler. Third row: C. Oakey, C. Wakefield, T. Haenel, k. S Beaker J.’Bush, J King, M Rybaltowski. B. Place, D Christopher A. Cramer, M Rybaltowski L Kawaki. Parker B Reilly, L. Lepper, J. Dygert, B. Snell, B Manning, G. Jones. Fourth row: M Kelly, C.. Coseo, S Moulton, M Frances, S Brown, S. Chaplin, C. Knu-.h, C. Plummer, E Rourke, S. Morris, D. Merrill, S. Kelley S Porter, J. Thomas, D. Reynolds, E. Comly, K. Burgess, R Snell. 77 ALL STATE C. Kemp, J. Roche, K. Plummer, B. Taylor, C. Blanche, T. Funiciello SOPHOMORE SEXTET A. Gardiner, J. Dygert, S. Butler, L. Lepper, P. Armstrong, M. Arff First row: J. Parillo, G. Rhodes, J. Tefft, T. Coryer, R Matrazzo, F. DeRiddcr, R. Fitzgerald, D. Seymour, P. Beals, L. Jenks, F. Parillo, J. Jenkins, J. Roche, V. DeLucia, G. Dymond. Second row: Coach Thomas, J. Kimball, C. LaBounty, L. French, J. Diggens, D. VanZandt, W. Peterson, J. Bryant, D. Ruscitto, K. Harrison, D. Dibelius, J. DiBlasio, D. Keister, Coach Scott. Third row: C. Becker, R. Nutting, W. Janczak, P. Nolan, D Wurster, V. Johnson, M. Mone, W. Smith, M. Thompson, J. Thibado, P. Beals. 1962 WESTERN B FOOTBALL TEAM Thomas Coryer 81 Vincent De Lucia FIRST STRING J. Roche, F. Parillo, T. Coryer, R. Matrazzo. 82 83 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS 84 Dwell not too long upon sports; Larry Jmks they weary the man For as they refresh the man that is weary, Curt Funston that is refreshed John Hathorn 85 John Geren J. Roche, F. Parillo, J. Hathorn, C. Funston, R Denis, Coach Jones, L. Jenks, D. Wurster, A. Sellers, R Dreher, L. Phillips, J. Bryant. BASKETBALL However brilliant an action may be upon the court of play; 86 Frank Parillo Frank Parillo When a million applaud you; John Roche seriously ask what harm you have done; When they censor you, What good! David Wurster Larry Phillips Arthur Sellers result of hard fighting are cheap — Those only are worth James Bryant Victories that are easy Ronald Dreher having which come as the Robert Denis JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS S. Bormann. P. Armstrong, C. Schallehn. Second row: B. Moore, S. Cinella, P. Murphy. P. Armstrong, B. Moore, S. Bormann, C. Schallehn, S. Cinella, P. Murphy. 90 J. V. BASKETBALL First row: R Mcader, W. Janczak, L. Osterwise, M Thompson, J. Capasso, J. Brooks, G. Dymond. Second row: D. Noonan, W. Peterson, J. Diggens, G. McDonough, R. Barney, R. Halm, D. Van Zandt. The Junior Varsity basketball team had a very successful season this year with a 16-2 record. South High was the only team that could overcome Ballston. Mr. Murray was very pleased because the team won the Western B J.V. championship. He also seemed to enjoy the hard work at all the practices. John Diggins was the leading scorer for the season. Bob Barney and George McDonough contributed a great deal to the team in points and rebounds. Wayne Peterson and Larry Osterwise were strong back-up men. A team can go as far as the players make it, and they proved they could go all the way. Though they be the youngest; they be the mightiest. As they grow older, their power hope they keep. 91 92 P. Schwenker TEAM B. Koslowsky The exhibition of real strength is never grotesque. L. Gnip BASEBALL TEAM First row: J. Marino, J. Gcren, A. Funiciello, R Matrazzo, B. Lupe, J. Bryant, G. Dymond. Second row: R. Denis, G. Rhodes, D. Monaco, F. Parillo, T. Di Blasio, C. Funston, A. Matrazzo. Now the pitcher holds the ball J. Bryant G. Rhodes r T. UL ] i - J. Geren R. Matrazzo And he lets it go, And now the air is shattered by the force of Casey's blow. A. Matrazzo F. Parillo 95 BOYS' INTRAMURALS . i First row: R. Matrazzo, J. Jenkins. R. Fitzgerald, D. Fish, T. DiBlasio, D. Rusritto, J. Marino, J. Romano, C. Salvato, J. Bryant, J. Roche, D. Keister, G. Wetsel. Row 2: F Parillo, A. Matrazzo, W. Peterson, M. Thompson, D. Van Zandt, K. Nutting, J. Egan, B. Lupe. T. Funiciello, R. Dreher, T. Cutbush, D. Seymour. Row 3: J. Capasso, R. Escher, J. Hathom, J. Tefft, P. Beals, R. Nutting, R. Bloodgood, V. DeLucia, D. Breyo, J. Diggins, P. Rhodes, F. DeRidder. Third row: R. Halm, R. Lawrence, C. Funston, D. Dygert, C. LaBounty, R. Barney, G. McDonough, A. Sellers, P. Thibado, J. Thibado, R. Denis, R. Wurster. BOWLING TEAM Seated: B. Lupe, R. Tibbitts, C. Hisgen. Second row: D. Coon, J. Marino, C. Becker. 96 TENNIS TEAM First row: C. Escher, M Sentiwany, R Osterwise, C. Carpenter. Second row: D. Esmond, P. Thibado, M. Denis, Mr. Carl. GIRLS' INTRAMURALS First row: F. Capasso. K. Monaco, N. O’Brien, P. Lane, M. Sirocco. Mrs. Dixon, P. Aubin, J. Aufiero, P. Armstrong, L. Lepper, S. Butler, M Miller. Second row: J. Peck, T. Nowhitney, L. Oppici, J. Scott, N. Cox, S. Geier, B. Moore, J. Williams, J. Cramer, T. Wade, K. Post. Third row: J. Cramer, J. King, E. Comly, K. Burgess, M. Whalen, P. Murphy, K. Plummer, J. Dygert, A. Gardiner, M. Arff, J. Brooks. 97 TRACK TEAM First row: J. Latrell, T. Fish, P. Funicicllo, E. Thomas, T. Muenz. D. Austin, G. McDonough, J. Roche. Second row: R. Nutting, R Weaver, J. Ashbey, T. Hogan, A. Sellers, J. Egan. D. Van Zandt, L. DuBois, F. Rogner, J. Tefft. ZfTKmfl)—ijjn PATRONS and PATRONESSES Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Abel Mr. and Mrs. Earl Arff Mr. and Mrs. William Aubin Mrs. Hugh Bouchard Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Brundige Mr. James- Capasso Mr. and Mrs. Edward Comly Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Conde Mrs. Eleanor Denis Mr. and Mrs. Charles Escher Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gentiluomo Mr. and Mrs. John Geren Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hogan Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Ingram Mr. and Mrs. William Kelley Mr. and Mrs. Claude Kemp Mr. and Mrs. William Lynett Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Marino Mr. and Mrs. George McDonough Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ortoleva Mr. and Mrs. James Parillo Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Pecukonis Mr. and Mrs. Paul Rider Mr. and Mrs. Robert Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Dominick Siano Mr. and Mrs. William Smith Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sodemann Mr. and Mrs. Richard Streifert, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Svoboda Mr. and Mrs. Donald Sweet Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Taylor Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Edward Thompson Mrs. Jessie Collins Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Tuper Mr. Frank Wolf 100 BALLSTON SPA TO PROMOTE the interest of pupil education. TO ADVANCE the standards of the teaching profession. TO SECURE the conditions necessary to the greatest efficiency of teachers and school. TO PROMOTE the welfare of its members. TO ENCOURAGE qualified students to enter the teaching profession by offering financial assistance. FOUNDED SALISBURY MOTORS, Inc. 31 Charlton St. Ballston Spa Phone TU 5-5366 Authorized Sales and Service Congratulations to THE CLASS OF 1962 GUY'S STATIONERY HEADQUARTERS FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES and CARDS 28 Front St. Ballston Spa Jim and Jill — back together! Compliments of LA SCALA STEAK HOUSE CL ournal £P. I COMMERCIAL PRINTING EDMUND L. JENKS Your Independent Distributor SEALTEST DAIRY PRODUCTS 396 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa Phone TU 5-5197 — TU 5-9111 TUlip 5-5311 ‘We are as near as your telephone” Call us for estimates 49 Front Street BALLSTON SPA, N. Y. 102 For a Classy Yearbook . . . Take Next Year's book to tried and proven Yearbook Publishers. BULLARD - GLENCRAFT of course! 11 East Washington Street Telephones: RX 2-2050: RX 2-4424 Glens Falls. New York Congratulations To the Class of 1962 WHERE do you find — Pastries and Snacks, the Best Lunches or Dinners Any time? — Why at PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION PORTER'S RESTAURANT The Best Place in Town to Eat 18 Front St. Tel. TU 5-9472 Best Wishes from The Farmers' Best Co-op G. L. F. Really, Girls! Best Wishes To the Class of 1962 CARL KING'S, INC. Your FORD and MERCURY Dealer Milton Avenue Ballston Spa 104 “Today’s savings foreshadow future successes. For whom the sun never sets on a save-less day, it is bound to rise on a brighter tomorrow. BALLSTON SPA NATIONAL BANK The Oldest Bank in Saratoga County Member F. D. I. C. 105 “DON’T SELL AMERICAN TEENAGERS SHORT” HICKORY HILL Route 67 1 Mile From Ballston O'BRIEN PHARMACY Q. Little, Prop. J. R. O'BRIEN, Piop. Full Line of Wholesale Retail Meat THE NEW LITTLE COUNTRY MARKET Front St., Corner Milton Ave. Cutting by Meat Specialists Ballston Spa, N. Y. 20 Front St. TU 5-6556 106 RAMARK STUDIO PORTRAITS OF DISTINCTION Y°Ur Photo9raPhs in this book are the work of our studio We sincerely hope that all these photographs will perpetuate the memory of happy days at Ballston Spa High School. May we thank you for the honor and privilege of havinq served you. OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER FOR 1962 REALMS OF GOLD Albany Studio 80 North Pearl Street Albany, New York Phone — HE 4-4746 107 Compliments of SCHOLET FUNITURE STORE QUALITY FURNITURE AT PLEASING PRICE 128 Milton Avenue, Bollston Spa N. Y. Harry Ruland TU 5-5533 Best Wishes To The Class of 1962 FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS JOSEPH TRANKA and SON Route 67 TU 5-5410 DIAMONDS . . . $45.00 up JOHNSON'S JEWERLY STORE HAMILTON — ELGIN — BULOVA Watches 91 Milton Avenue TU 5-6820 Best Wishes To The Look Out, Tony! Class of 1962 Compliments of BETOR'S DEPARTMENT STORE COON'S CONFECTIONERY Milton Avenue Bollston Spa Front Street Bollston Spa 108 The End And The Beginning Graduation . . . and the end of twelve years of grade and high school ... the beginning of a new era for you. Many of you will be going on to college, to technical schools ... while others will be going directly to jobs. Whichever your course may be, remember that your education doesn’t stop when you finish school. You can keep on learning ... by reading, by being constantly curious on your job, about everything you do, and finding answers to your questions. You can't stand still ... for space-age America holds little for those who refuse to make progress. The scientists of the future need trained workers to back them up . . . technicians who can build from their plans. In business, in communications ... in arts and the professions . . . there’s a future for those who keep learning . . . those who acquire more skills and more knowledge. At General Electric, the future will demand trained personnel everywhere ... to design the machines, to build them, and to operate them . .. to handle the vast amount of work to be done in new ways, with new products. General Electric is not alone in this ... for every firm finds itself in need of men and women with ability and training, in every degree. In the years ahead, miss no opportunity to add to your store of knowledge. Keep searching for facts, for theories ... for the basic information you will need to help you grow in your chosen field. If you do learn, you’ll fit into the pattern of the future . . . ready to accept the opportunities it holds for success. GENERAL E SCHENECTADY 109 LECTRIC PLANT Best Wishes to the BALLSTON FOOD MARKET Class of 1962 EMIL STEINER Full Line of Quality Foods Delivery Service 114 Milton A' Compliments of The BALLSTON DRUG COMPANY 92 Milton Avenue Ballston Spa ORVILLE J. VAN EPPS, Prop Is it sour or blinding? Curt and John haven't changed much. Congratulations to the Class of 1962 WHITE HOUSE HOTEL We Cater to Parties and Banquets TU 5-6550 Compliments of Funston Lumber and Supply Pleasant Street Ballston Spa, N. Y. no Schenectady's largest Leading Hair Stylists 323 State St. Upstairs Over The Imperial SHORT AND SAUCY creations that look right in kitchen or on campus . .. hair styles that flatter coming and going. You owe it to vourself and your family . . . stop in today. . permanent waves q[Vt e new beouty you love. We hove just the wove for you . . . and remember— NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY 'MR. JAMES JOHN VITO Our large staff of operators, here at all times, are marvels at... •CUTTING •STYLING •PERMANENT WAVING HIr Jamies ORIGINATORS” AJsjjti MglmgtcutUng 25 Top Hairstylists FR 4-8713 and FR 4-5413 OPEN DAILY 9 TO 5:30 OPEN MONDAYS III TRACY BROTHERS FOR HARDWARE Milton Avenue Bollston Spa And the sound of Compliments of J. N. RASBACH PHOTO SERVICE, INC. 155 Myrtle Street Shelton, Connecticut Over Thirty-five Years of Service To The Schools of Our Nation iic filled the air McLANE'S DELI-RAMA Visit The LAKE HILL ROOM Open 5 p.m. Nightly Sunday at 12 Noon Visit The LOG HILL ROOM Lunch From 11 a. m. to 5 p.m. Entertainment Nightly In The Lounge THE ALL NEW LOG ROOM RESTAURANT and COCKTAIL LOUNGE Route 50 Burnt Hills 112 Congratulations to the Class of 1962 CHICK'S THORPE'S VARIETY STORE BILLIARDS Front Street Milton Avenue Ballston Spa New York Quite a party! Biggest Little Sport Store Anywhere Complete Line of Boys' and Girls' Gym Equipment P-F and Sneakers WURSTER'S Ballston Spa TU 5-5991 Open Fri. 'till 9 Ecobelli's Tam O'Shanter Inn Gourmet's Delight Italian-American Food PIZZA IS OUR SPECIALTY Ballston-Schenectady Road Ballston Spa, New York Best Wishes to the Class of 1962 Recommended by Duncan Hines Phone TU 5-5900 TU 5-9470 BALLSTON FLORISTS 113 Please spare Judy, girls. Quality Apparel For Boys and Girls Sizes Infancy to Teenage MYERS BOYS' SHOP MYERS GIRLS' SHOP 313 State St. Schenectady, N. Y. Compliments of Compliments of RICKETTS ARFF NOYES SERVICE STATION Ballston Spa Doubleday Avenue TU 5-7370 New York BEST PLACE TO SHOP IS AT Even teachers relax. Compliments of HANNAH'S MEN'S SHOP Carrs Mayfair McGregor Sportswear Van Huesen 114 TONY'S SUPERMARKET Doubleday Avenue, Ballston Spa Three “Hams” — Shelly, Frank and Karen. Compliments of Compliments of BRUNDIGE WESTERN AUTO OIL ASSOCIATE STORE COMPANY 40 Front Street Ballston Spa, N. Y. 115 Compliments of Tufflite Plastic Company MR. MRS. R. C. MELANDER, Props. We’ll never forget the Cafeteria. Compliments of BREYO'S Compliments of BALLSTON HARDWARE Compliments of THE STYLE SHOP Ladies' and Children's Wearing Apparel Front Street Bollston Spa MARLITE DINER Breakfast — Lunches Dinners Open 6:00 a m. to 10:00 p.m. LEONARD and MARIE RODRIGUE, Props. Route 50 TU 5-9426 Our retiring senior cheerleaders. 116 BALLSTON KNITTING CO., INC. PLANTS AT BALLSTON SPA and STILLWATER MANUFACTURERS OF ATHLETIC SPORTS SOCKS AND ALL PURPOSE HEAVY DUTY HOSIERY LASTING WEAR IN EVERY PAIR 117 Compliments of RIDER'S OIL COMPANY Our custodians work hard, too. Formal Rentals for All Occasions SARATOGA MEN'S and BOYS' SHOP 436 Broadway Saratoga Springs Compliments of ALTON E FURNITURE COMPANY MANTLE 'jm AUTO PARTS A 87 Henry Street Mechanicville Phone: 675 ii MO 4-4004 TU 5-9230 Baliston girls are the best. Jewelers for Your Class Rings DIEGES CLUST Manufacturing Jewelers 17 John Street New York 8, New York Rings Pins Medals Charms Trophies Compliments of ISABELLE'S BEAUTY SALON 102 Milton Avenue TU 5-6301 118 Compliments of FRANK'S BEAUTY SALON 42 Front Street TU 5-7445 Compliments of KINN'S SERVICE STATION Congratulations to the Class of 1962 Albany Business College Albany New York Congratulations to the Class of 1962 BARNEY'S Schenectady's Greatest Store FR 4-8911 Try Us Before You Buy Complete Insurance Service STREEVER AGENCY E. B. VAUGHN, Pres. Ballston Spa New York They make a lovely couple. 119 - AUTOGRAPHS - W'LT by Bullaro-Glencraft. glens falls, n V. U .