Bergen Catholic High School - Crusader Yearbook (Oradell, NJ)

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MR. THOMAS M. MURRAY Physical Education, English . , . Assistant Track Coach . . . B.A., Rut- gers University, also attended Seton Hall Law School. Much of the track team's success can be attributed to Mr. Murray's efforts. MR. JAMES J. OBROIKA English, Spanish . . . Band Director . . . B.S., and M.A., Columbia University, and also attended Seton Hall and N.Y.U. Mr. Obrotka, who recently spent some time absorbing the culture in Mexico, studied organ with the famous Marcel Dupre in Paris. ' Q gm -yt ' 3 C. rl, - MR. WILLIAM ROLLINS Guidance Chairman American History, Developmental Reading . . . Moderator of National Honor Society . . . B.S., St. Peter's College, M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson, M.A., Seton Hall. Mr. Rollins' diversified talents are employed in helping seniors select a college. MR. ROBERT C. NORTON Spanish, History . . . Head Football Coach, Assistant Baseball Coach . . . B.A., Rutgers University, also graduate study at the University of Virginia. Mr. Nor- ton, in his hrst year at B.C., was mainly responsible for the fine standing of our NJ. State Champion football team. F :I lj-1' ll 'j:?',. lim? F f i' ef jrf., 2 f- - - A 3 W I i l Q ,nnwiw - l 1 REV. BRO. JEROME A. SHANNON Vire-Principal Religion, World History . . . Moderator of the Missions . . . St. Mary's College, De- Paul University, Fordham University. Cap- ably teaching at Bergen for eleven years, Brother has been a marked influence on his students, both spiritually and intellectually. 19

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REV. BRO. VINCENT G. MCNALLY Religion, Latin . . . Coach of Public Speaking, Mod- REV. BRO. PATRICK G. MCPADDEN French, English, Religion . . . Moderator of Band, Showtime, and B.O.B .... B.Sc., Fordham University, M.A., Fordham, and graduate Work at Columbia and Laval University. An ardent supporter of all of Bergen's dramatic activities, Brother is interested in art. MR. RAYMOND R. MORRISON French, English . . . Moderator of the French Club . . . B.A., Iona College. In his first year here, Mr. Morrison, a Bergen alumnus, initiated the French Club. erator of Student Council . . . B.A., Iona College. In his first year at B.C., Brother has helped the Public Speakers achieve success. Brother's varied interests include theology, the performing arts, and playing the drums. MR. SALVATORE V. MONTAGNA Englirlo Chairman English, Chemistry . . . Moderator of Herald and Emphasis . . . B.A., Iona College, M.A., New York University, graduate work at Notre Dame. Mr. Montagna, who is responsible for Bergen's fine literary efforts, is now pursuing a Ph.D. in English. 18 MR. JOHN MUNRO World History, Developmental Reading . . . Coach of Soph Football . . . B.A., Iona College. A welcome addition to B.C.'s faculty this year is Mr. Munro, whose extensive knowledge of history has proved an invaluable aid to his students.

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20 REV. BRO. JOSEPH S. SMITH Religion, French . . . Assistant Librarian . . . B.S., Fordham University, M.S., Columbia University, also graduate work at Laval University. Bro. Smith, who is always willing to lend a helping hand, has been at Bergen for nine years. REV. BRO. DAVID A. VILLECCO Modern Language Chairman Spanish, Religion . . . Athletic Director, Moderator of Booster Club, and Spanish Club, Varsity Golf Coach . . . B.A., Iona College, M.A., St. John's Ph.D., Universidad Interamericana, Certiiicat des etudes superieurs, Institut Catholique. Brother's personal vivacity sparks all his activities. MR. E. L. WILLIAMS Driver Education . . . B.S., Springfield College, M.A., New York University. Mr. Williams, in his third year at Bergen, endeavors to impart the laws of safe driving to his eager students. 2 MR. JAMES E. SOK Physical Education, Religion . . . Cross Country and Track Coach, Moderator of the Chess Club . . . B.A., Montclair State, M.A., New York University. Mr. Sok, who is responsible for the physical fitness of Bergen's students, has an admirable record as track coach. REV. BRO. JAMES B. WALSH Religion, Geometry . . . B.A., Iona College, M.A., St. John's. Brother has explained the intricacies of geometry to Bergen's students for the past eight years. In his spare time, Brother enjoys surfing.