Black River High School - Banner Yearbook (Ludlow, VT)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1983 volume:

Summer The season of Summer, almost everyone’s favorite, was spent playing sports, vacationing, and just plain “taking it easy,” while B.R.H.S. was being spruced up with new windows. It was the season for being with friends and remembering the activities of the school year past. SEVENTH (Bottom L lo R) Kelly Adams,Sandra Ahonen. Michael Baker. Gregory Benson, Wilman Blanchard, Donna Bostock, Shannon Broe, Sandra Brown. James Call. William Davis. (2nd L to R) Vicki Edwards. Paul Emery. Rodney Ewing, Brenda Garrow, Scott Garrow Melissa Gerry, Craig Goodman, Donald Griffin, Sam Haddock, Dawn Hannon. Dean Hewitt. (3rd E to R) Jack Koponcn Aprii Lawrence Jon Lienhard, Lance Luman. Myria Marro, Chris Miele, Michael Murray, Martin O’Connor. Jeff Olson, Howard Paul, Peter Perkins (4th L to R) Alfred Pctclle, David Rabow, Michael Rogers. Randall Roundy, Michelle Shatuck, Brian Stocker, Heather Tyrrel ) C SwCCt' Jody Tay,or’ KeII ' v nGuildcr, Carole Webb. Tammy Whitaker. Penny Wu. Collier Yarish. (Absent: Samantha First Year at BRHS Filled With Activities The school doors opened on September 7, 1982 with this group of kids eagerly waiting to enter B.R.H.S. for the first time. This was a different experience for them, meeting new friends, having new teachers every period, and beginning at the bottom of the school again. Although all this was new, they took advantage of the opportunities offered to them and enjoyed the year with activities like basketball, skiing, soc- cer, and softball. They also participated in such events as tennis, swimming, collecting stickers and baseball cards, riding horses, reading science fiction and mystery stories, and listening to hard and country rock music. New Faculty Fritz Wendlant Our new music instructor, Mr. Fritz Wendlant, was born and raised in Hanover, New Hampshire and attended Keene State College. He is also the director for the stage band, marching band, and concert band, all of which have been very successful. Mr. Wendlandt’s interests lie in hiking, camping, scuba diving, woodworking, leathercraft and he enjoys all varieties of music. Our Business Ed. teacher, Mrs. Joy Donnelly, is not new to all of us here at Black River as she is one of our own graduates. She is filling in for Michael Marquis who is on leave in France. Joy Donnelly Mrs. Donnelly attended Simmons College in Boston, Ma., obtaining a B.A. in Business Education and continuing on to U.V.M. to earn a Master’s. She enjoys collecting antiques and study- ing history along with listening to classical and rock music. Miss Ginny Tremblay, our new Home Economics teacher, is traditionally sponsoring F.H.A. The oldest of nine children, she is originally from Tewksbury, Ma., continuing her education at Framingham State College. Miss Trembley enjoys taking advan- tage of the outdoors biking, camping, canoeing and scenery peak- ing at the Vt. mountains that she loves. Being a new teacher at B.R.H.S. she is constantly organizing with Homework! Homework! Homework! Ginny Trembley (Bottom L to R) Secretary — Marianne Langcllo, Vice-President — Kathy Trainor, Sara Stowcll, Heidi Lanzelin, Jean Roundy. (2nd L to R) Co-advisor Mr. Bostock, Suzanne Marsh, President — Craig Hastings. Treasurer — Salvador Lopez T., Wendy Thompson, Michelle Marsh, Eric Finlay, Advisor Mrs. Mikhaleff. The AFS (American Field Service) club is fairly new at Black River High School. An organization comprised of students who aid the community chapter and help AFS exchange students feel welcome in our school and town, the club conducts many fund raising activities: entering a float in the alumni parade, selling raffle tickets, having bake sales, showing a Film, and selling international foods at the Christ- mas bazaar. Although a young club, they’ve al- ready been quite ac- tive. In 1981, Craig Hastings spent the summer in Istanbul, Turkey. Stephanie Wu is currently at- tending college (Ju- ly 1982 To June 1983) in Wales. And this year, the Hastings family is hosting a student, Salvador Lopez Toledo. Salvador, the AFS club’s first exchange student, comes from Oaxaca, Mexico. Arriving in July for the school year, he is having quite a time adjusting to the cold, but enjoys living here and attending B.R.H.S. He can usually be seen smiling and talking with friends, and was a welcome addition to the Boys’ Soccer Team this year. Mrs. Anne Mikhaleff. the club advisor, teaches French and English at B.R.H.S. Some of her hobbies, when she’s not too busy helping the AFS club, are: jog- ging, hiking, tennis, traveling, and her newly discovered joy, trying to play the piano. This is her second year as a teacher here though she had taught previously for 2 years in France. While in France she also studied at the Universite d’Or- leans in Orleans, France. She attend- ed Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, her original home 4 (Standing L to R) Pat Moxhet, Stanton Wyman, Owen Trainor, Kurt Baitz, Peter Collins, Kevin Dunnett, Pat Greenslet, Scott Washburn, Wayne Combes, Jason Stepp, coach Michael Marquis, Mike Ahonen, (Kneeling) Sharon Combes, Elizabeth Eddy, Sara Stowell. Mr. Michael Marquis has a leave of absence from B.R.H.S. this year to live in France. He is now teaching elementary school in an overseas American school and working as an accountant for a large cor- poration. Mr. Marquis attended Belknap College in Center Harbor, New Hamp- shire. At B.R. he is the golf advisor, and the B.R.H.S. representative for the Buddy Werner team. The 1982 golf team, coached by Mr. Marquis, finished with a record above .500. Led by Peter Collins and Kevin Dun- nett the team was able to upset larger teams with more ex- perience. They were backed by able help from Jason Stepp, Owen Trainor, Mike Ahonen, Wayne Combes, and Kurt Baitz, who also turned in many good performances. Peter and Kevin went on to compete in the State Junior Championship where they both played well and Peter continued on to com- pete in the New England Junior Championship. 5 Girls’ Softball Carina Ek, Lisa Schmidt, Heidi Stryhas, Mary Tilton. Valerie Lambert. Kelly Crossman, Anne Pickielnok, Michele Matulonis Gina Witalec, Kathy Brown, Barb Lebrun. (Absent) Debbie Edgar, Dawn Gerry. Having lost to graduation five var- sity players, the girls’ Varsity Soft- ball team with Iggy Matulonis as the coach faced a rebuilding year. The year ended with six wins and ten losses. Kelly Crossman led the hitting with a .423 batting average and was voted Most Valuable Player with Sue Collins selected as Most Improved. Three seniors, three juniors and six sophomores made up the B.R.H.S. girls’ softball team. 6 Boys’ Baseball -A. jBL ; Mi (Bottom) scorckeeper Tcina Hall. (2nd L to R) Coach Earl Washburn, Joe Lambert, Doug Wu. Matt Graves, Shane Blanchard, manager C. J. Goodman. (3rd L to R) Keith Demers. Kurt Lombard, Barry Martin, Scott Stevens, Bill Rose. Mike Crossman. Bill Combes. The Boys' Varsity Baseball team, coached by Earl Washburn, con- sisted of 1 senior, 4 juniors, 4 sophomores, and 3 freshmen. The year ended with 6 wins and 10 losses. Gerald Roundy led the hit- ting with a .373 batting average and was voted Most Valuable Player with Mike Crossman as Most Improved. 7 Honors Banquet Robert Frappier gave the welcoming speech for the third annual B.R.H.S. Honors Banquet. After the students and the parents were served by the apron clad faculty, Mrs. Welch started off the evening’s activities with the traditional candle lighting induction for the new N.H.S. students. Some of the awards given were for music, drama, yearbook, debate, newspaper, model U.N. Assembly and Voice of Democracy. Mr. Packert gave the award for Outstanding teaching in the area of Social Issues to Elaine Pace and the B.R.H.S. Honors Banquet came to a climactic close. Sports Banquet Mr. Gurdak gave the opening speech for the B.R.H.S. 81-82 Sports Banquet. Many sports were recognized — basketball, soc- cer, softball, baseball, golf and cross coun- try. The sportsman and sportswoman of the year, Kurt Lombard and Lisa Schmidt, were announced. Each participated in at least three Varsity sports. 8 1982 Senior Ball The band Hammer produced the music for the 1982 Senior Ball. The Seniors decorated the Town Hall with elaborate and meticulous care to the theme Miracles. The highlight of the prom came during the traditional walk and dance which the Seniors participated in. The band leader after intense consultation with the other members selected Mary Lacoy and Philip Damone Queen and King of the May Prom. One of the most admired decorations was the coke bottle water fountain which showered florescent colored water over hot little goldfish. Many participated in the picture taking around the fountain. 9 J.V. Softball Mrs. Pace, Terry Briggs, Mary Sylvester, Leeann Rogers, Dawn Gerry, Jeannie Roundy, Mimi Adams, Sue Colm, Amy Gabran- ski. Lcslcc Pringle, Stephanie Wu, Kathy Trainor, Mary-ann Langcllo (manager). Mrs. Elaine Pace, the J.V. girls’ softball coach, feels last season was good background for all involved. They started out with a group that lacked experience playing on an organized team, but the girls cooperated and kept their en- thusiasm and by the end of the season the results could be seen. w Elaine Pace, one of the most lively and spirited faculty members, teaches Social Studies; also this year she took her first stab at teaching English even though she comes from New Jersey. Mrs. Pace sponsors J.V. Softball, Pep Club and the Ski Program. When she is not gardening or listening to Rock music, she is buttering toast at the Hatchery. Mrs. Pace attended the College of St. Elizabeth and especially enjoys historical novels. 10 3a(( One fun event early in the Fall was the Halloween dress-up day sponsored by the Pep Club. Both teachers and faculty showed up in every kind of costume imaginable, making it just one of many spirited and humorous days in that season. Jason Barrows, Alicia Bedell, Robin Blanchard, Joe Brzoza, Joe Case, Traci Crandell, Pam Crossman, Julie Sweet, Shawn Ellison. Beth Emmons, Kirsten Erickson, Kim Ewing, Kathy Flcvry, Norm Gagnon, Kristen Gates, Paul Gregory. Darcic Hewitt, Alicia Hopp, John Jennings, Jan Kenngott, Brent LaMcre, Peter Libuda, Eddy Miele, John Montgomery, Chris Mowery, Mary-Ann Perkins, Susan Phillips, Lisa Schweisthal, Andy Stowell, Rayelin Tarbeil, Charles Taylor, Mark Thober, Jan Tofferi, Chris Tougas, Sean Trainor, Amy Tucker. Rick Geise, Tiffany Ward, Natalie Whittaker, Greg Witalcc. Class Officers President — Alicia Hopp Vice-President — Chris Mowery Secretary — Lisa Schweisthal Treasurer— Rayelin Tarbeil Student Council Rep. Robin Blanchard The eighth grade has 41 students with 28 coming from Ludlow and 13 from Mt. Holly. They are very sportsminded, enjoying basketball, soccer, softball, skiing and many other sports. Most eighth grade students enjoy music, both listening and playing. (Eleven of them play in the high school band.) Each year to raise money, they purchase a 10-speed bicycle to raffle off. 12 Freshmen Kim Benson, Mike Benson, Allison Bentley, Donna Bixby, Wayne Call, Margaret Collins, Sharon Combes, Christian Cordcs-Apple by, Valerie Danforth. Bruce DcRosia, I.ori Drake. Ellen Eddy, James Edgar, Erik Finlay, Lori Garland. Lisa Goings. Christine Goodman, James Haddock, Royal Hunter. Donald Kelley, l.ec Roland, Judy Lackey, Allison Marble, Suzanne Marsh, Michael Matulonis. Christopher Moxhet, Mark Mur- ray, Yvonne Numberg, Clifford Petclle, Linda Rabow, Sara S towel I, Ronald Tarbell, Michael Valente. David VanGuilder. Daniel Vann, Thomas Vcysey, Joclle Washburn. (Absent) Christopher Beckwith. Gerri-Lynn Beckwith, Kristen Scyilcr. Class Officers President — Sharon Combes Vice-President — Joeile Washburn Secretary — Ellen Eddy Treasurer — Crissy Goodman Student Council Reps. Sara Stowell Margaret Collins The Freshman activities for raising money have been a car wash, Christmas orna� ment sale and a bottle drive. This class, very intelligent but loud, is involved in various activities ranging from athletics to school functions. From their quick wit you can count on an in� teresting joke. 13 An annual student-faculty event tak- ing place in October at Black River is the Great Race. It consists of a six tenths of a mile course encircling various school buildings and the Nat. Guard Armory. This year’s race saw 90 participants take the field, at least one from each class, and the soccer team en- masse. This year’s winners for Senior high were Bill Combes (a soccer team member) and Sue Collins (a X-Country member). Jr. high winners were Jason Barrows and Darcy Hewitt. 14 (Standing L to R) Stanton Wyman, Dawn Gerry, Pat Greenslet, Mike Matulonis, Mary Sylvester, Mary Tilton. (Kneeling) Margaret Collins, Jim Edgar, Susan Collins. Nine runners started out the season in August and nine finished in November. The weather cooperated all along and many fine days of running occurred. Jim Edgar led the boys in all the meets, followed by Pat Greenslet, Stanton Wyman and Mike Matulonis. Sue Collins won several blue rib- bons, and led the rest of the team all season. Other runners were Mary Sylvester, Dawn Gerry, Mary Tilton, and Margaret Collins. Mrs. Jackie Schmidt, our Jr. high math teacher, is from Montpelier, Vt. and attended Trinity College in Burlington, Vt. Besides teaching math her activities include coaching the up and rising X-Country team and advising the reporters for “Life At 43 Main,” Her many interests include reading, camping, biking, horseback riding and listening to semi- classical music. 15 Jaqueline Schmidt (Top L to R) manager Darcie Hewitt, Jeanne Roundy, Bonnie Broe, Barbra LeBrun, Michele Matulonis, Cheryl LaPointe, Jiyl Barrows, Gina Witalec, Anne Pickielnok, Coach Karl Roemer. (Middle L to R) Kim Benson, Joelle Washburn, Chrissy Goodman, Sharon Combes, Ellen Eddy, Linda Rabow, Sara Stowell, Kristin Seyllcr. (Bottom L to R) Betsy Berry, Kelly Crossman, Wendy Thompson. 1982 was a building year for the Girls' Soccer team, coached by Karl Roemer. Composed mostly of underclassmen, the team had a slow start but things picked up as the season progressed. Defeating Green Mountain was the high point of the season. Two players, Gina Witalec and Kelly Crossman, were elected to the All Opponent Team and Kelly was elected to the All-State Team. The team has high hopes for next year! 16 (Top L to R) Coach Tony Valente, Keith Demers, Bill Combes, Eric Thompson, Casey Durgin, Matt Graves, George Benson, Sean Foster, Mike Valente, Chris Moxhet, Alan Dailey, Mike Crossman, Gerald Roundy, Scott Stevens, Royal Hunter, Rick Geise, Salvador Lopez, Wayne Combes, Pat Moxhet, Mike Ahonen, Barry Martin, Kurt Baitz, Tom Veysey, Todd Sanderson, Brent Bixby, C. J. Goodman, Jeff Lienhard, Tim Bickford, Chris Beckwith, Doug Wu. The boys’ soccer team consisted of seven seniors, four juniors, fourteen sophomores, and five freshmen. The year ended with six wins and eight losses. The boys went into tournaments with a solid team and a positive attitude and after winning two play off games lost to Sacred Heart (who went on to be the champs) in the semi- finals. This means we are considered one of the state’s top four teams. Salvador Lopez Toledo was the high scorer with four goals and eight assists. Our well known Boys’ Varsity Soccer coach, An- thony Valente, is also the algebra and plane geometry instructor. Mr. Valente also sponsors snowmobiling and volleyball. He was raised in Ludlow and graduated from B.R.H.S. and then attended Castleton State College. Tony Valente enjoys all varieties of music. 17 SENIOR SLAVE AUCTION One of the most exciting events early in the fall is the annual Senior Slave Auction. At an assembly in the gym, the student body and faculty gather to sit and eagerly await the ar- rival of their potential day-long slaves who do such chores as carrying books and people, delivering lunch, or (if purchased by a teacher) washing blackboards or putting away books. The fun begins as the Seniors parade and the bidding commences aided by the talents of Guidance Director Mr. Stanley Firkey. Besides acting as auctioneer every year, Mr. Firkey is active directing the Seniors’ graduation ceremonies and helping with the ski program. Castleton State College is where he received his education as well as North Adams State College in North Adams, Massachusetts. Though born in Burlington, he lived in Windsor, Vermont for most of his life. The music that he enjoys includes Country and Jazz and whenever a band visits B.R.H.S. he can be seen either jitter-bugging or in the rhythm section on the traps. Mr. Firkey is a big help with the Slave Auction and it wouldn’t be at all enjoyable and humorous without his creative entertainment. 18 Another fundraising event the Seniors tackle annually is the Cider Drive. This year it was so successful we pressed twice, providing not only money for the senior class, but also a lot of fun. The entire process takes approx- imately two weeks. First, apples are gathered from friends’ and relatives’ backyards as well as from some generous nearby orchards. After collecting nearly 50 bushels it’s off to Harlow’s Sugar House to press the apples into cider and bottle it. Finally, when the whole process is over, the jugs are sold door to door and at the Plaza Shopping Center. SENIOR CIDER DRIVE 19 Kelly Crossman singing: “If My Friends Could See Me Now. Awards: 1st in poise and ap- pearance, 2nd in scholastic achievement and in creative and performing arts. Lisa Billings singing: “Torn Between Two Lovers. Patty Johnson singing: “Hello Muddcr, Hello Fodder.” Susann Persson singing: “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” Award: 2nd in poise and appearance. Debbie Edgar singing “In My Garden” Awards: 1st in judges’ interview. r� Wendy Thompson performing a dramatic monologue, “The One On the Right.” Stacey Goodman performing a can-can Award: 2nd place youth fitness Kim Martin singing and playing on the piano: “Time In a Bottle.” Anne La coy performing a Mime. Awards: 1st in youth fitness, 1st in creative and performing arts. Betsy Berry singing: “Oklahoma!” Awards: 1st in scholastic achievement, 2nd in judges’ interview. Youth Fitness 20 Betsy Berry Kelly Crossman The 1983 16th annual Junior Miss Pageant took place on November 27, 1982 with ten participants. Betsy Berry was crowned by Lisa Schmidt as the 1983 Jr. Miss with Anne Lacoy placing as 1st runner-up and Kelly Crossman as 2nd runner-up. Tying for the award of Spirit of Jr. Miss were Kim Martin and Anne Lacoy. Betti Snow served as chairman of the pageant with Roger Bixby as advisor and M.C. The choreographer for physical fitness, done to the theme of “Let’s Get Physical, was Stephanie Rowe. Kim Marlin 21 Pep Club At B.R.H.S. our vehicle to express school spirit is not only through individuals but through our Pep Club. They foster many activities to bring out everyone’s feelings, including pep rallies, spirit days (in which everyone is to dress up in a specified style), sweatshirt or school pin sales. All of these activities are for one purpose — to bring together all the spirit in our school. The advisors of the pep club are Mrs. Pace and Mrs. Sue Pollender. Joe G. A.D. 22 Seniors 1 U Vin As in past years, this year’s Winter Carnival was filled with excitement. This event pinned class against class in a suspenseful match to see who would win out, with all 6 grades en- Carnival champs of 1983. The seniors came out on top for the second year in a row with 310 points, followed by the sophomores with 215 points and the juniors with 195 points. 24 arnwa Activity Day Every Wednesday winter afternoon is set aside for activity day. During this time there are various ac- tivities to attract each stu- dent’s interest. If you want to brave the outside weather there is snowmobiling, cross country skiing, or down hill skiing at Okemo. If you en- joy the inside you can play games or work on com- puters. Banner, drama and the band also meet at this time to cram in extra work. If you are in a competitive mood you can try to beat your opponents in a game of volleyball or ping pong. All in all, it is brought about for all students and faculty to have a good time. This is what happens if you don’t go to ac- Learning new ones? tivity period! 26 CHORUS This year’s high school chorus, under the sponsorship of Mrs. Connie Girouard, had twenty-five members. Chorus meets every other day and each year par- ticipates in a winter and spring concert. Four of the members auditioned for All State and the District festival. (1st Row Sitting L to R) Ellen Eddy, Alison Marble, Marianne Langello, Kathy Trainor, Anita Tucker. Brenda Emery. (2nd L to R) Sara Stowell, Chrissy Goodman, Jacki Pelkey, Cindy LaBarge, Linda Rabow, Kristin Seyller, Pam Smith. (3rd L to R) Dawn Gerry. Michelle Marsh, Jeannie Roundy, Chris Moxhet, Stanton Wyman, Michael Matulonis, Valerie Lambert, Susann Persson, Advisor Mrs. Connie Girouard. Mrs. Roxana Tofferi, who was born in Ludlow where generations of her family have lived, plays both offensive and defensive. In her role as Vice-Principal of B.R.H.S. she takes the offensive while as advisor of the Student Council she rises to the defensive. When not stalking guilty students, Mrs. Tofferi enjoys knitting, swimming, walking, photography, and listening to many kinds of music, provided “the volume is under control.” (1st Row Sitting L to R) Sandy Ahonen. Sharon Combes, Kelly VanGuilder, Robin Blanchard, Treasurer — Doug Wu. (2nd L to R) Kathy Trainor, Andrea Hull, Margaret Collins, Sara Stowell, Alicia Hopp, Anne Pickiclnok, Gina Witalcc, Matt Graves. (3rd L to R) Jim Mcrriam, Vice President — Peter Collins, President — Craig Hastings, Barry Martin, Mike Crossman, Edwin Merrill, Ad- visor— Mrs. Tofferi. The 1982-83 Student Council carried out many new and ex- citing projects for the benefit and enjoyment of the B.R.H.S. stu- dent body. One of their biggest in- vestments, a stereo system, was purchased to be rented out to classes for dances and activities with the money going for the pur- chase of tapes. Another invest- ment, a juice vending machine, has netted a hefty profit. Three new clubs for Student Council members were organized: the Photo club which bought a new camera, the stereo club, and the spirit club. In November of 1982, the Student Council hosted the Keene State Jazz Band which gave an excellent performance. They also organized and ran the annual Winter Carnival. STUDENT COUNCIL 27 Michael Ahonen. Kurt Baitz, Jiyl Barrows, Derk Bcardmorc, Brent Bixby, Donald Bixby, Shane Blanchord, Denise Bowler, Donna Bowker, Dianne Danforth. Terry Briggs. Bonnie Broc. Susan Colm. Wayne Combes. Kevin Dunnett, Casey Durgin. Shawn Foster. Rick Geise, Charles Goodman, Matt Gaves, Patrick Grcenslct, Lenora Haley, Nancy Hawkins, Cynthia La Barge. Marianne Langcllo. Heidi Lanzelin, Michelle Marsh. Patrick Moxhet, Teresa Nowak, Jacki Pelkcy. Lee Ann Rogers. Pamela Stoughton, Jean Round), Todd Sanderson, Lisa Thompson, Erie Thompson. Kathy Trainor, Jennifer Varga. Thomas Vaughan, Linda Webb, James Wood. Doug Wu. Stanton Wyman. (Absent) Jeffrey Call. Bar- bara LeBrun, Michelle Martel, Korena Mielc. ' Class Officers President — Kathy Trainor Vice-president —Shane Blanchard Secretary — Marianne Langcllo Treasurer — Eric Thompson Student Council Reps. Doug Wu Matt Graves The energetic sophomores are involved in various ac- tivities such as sports and the arts (Drama, Band and Chorus). They have made money on various activities such as candy and bake sales. This studious bunch can be found — when they're not in class or in trouble with Mrs. Tofferie for wearing their hats — sauntering up and down the halls greeting everyone with a smile. Brenda Bostock, Steve Brown, Chris Case, Sue Collins, William Combes, Michael Crossman, Jodi Danforth, Suzctte Durgin, Tammi Edwards, Brenda Emery, Amy Gabranski, Michael Gcise, Dawn Gerry, Charlene Hastings. Valeric Lambert. Cheryl LaPointe, Barry Martin, Michelle Matulonis, Roberta Maynard, Brenda Numberg, Donald Patch. Anne Pickielnok. Leslee Pringle, William Rose, Jason Stepp, Brian Stowell, Mary Tilton, Owen Trainor. Anita Tucker, Scott Washburn. Gina Witalec, Raymond Wood. (Absent) George Benson, Dawn Broe, Joni Gabert. Thomas Julia, Pamela Smith, Christine Thomas. Class Officers: President — Gina Vitalec Vice President — Bill Combes Secretary — Michelle Matulonis Treasurer — Amy Gabranski Student Council Reps. — Anne Pickielnok, Barry Martin, Mike Crossman. A very enthusiastic and cooperative class, the juniors have a lot of successful money-making activities such as dances and car washes. They have a sense of humor, are easy going, and a lot of fun to be with. These traits, along with their spirit, make them very easy to get along with except when it comes to the winter carnival. 29 Debate (Sitting L to R) Charlene Hastings, Patrick Greenslct, Alison Marble. (Standing L to R) Craig Hastings, Wendy Thompson. This year’s resolve for the Debate team which had a new advisor, Mr. Robert McDer- mott, was: The United States should significantly curtail its arms sales to other countries. The varsity team consisted of Craig Hastings and Wendy Thompson and the novice of Pat Greenslet, Alison Marble, and Charlene Hastings. Craig, Wendy, Charlene, and Pat also competed in Forensics this year in the categories of extem- poraneous, dramatic inter- pretation, and prose reading. The Future Homemakers of America had a new advisor, Ginny Tremblay, and a new theme, Operation Outreach: Move to Improve. The chapter parent, Isabel Montgomery, Miss Tremblay, and the F.H.A. members attended a very successful district meeting in Brattleboro, Vermont. Also, they had a wide variety of ac- tivities such as a quilt raffle, a turkey raffle, and adopting a grandparent from the local nursing home. FHA (1st Row L to R) Marianne Langello, Kelly Crossman, Debby Edgar, Kathy Trainor. (2nd L to R) Advisor — Ginny Tremblay, Cindy LaBarge, Alison Marble, Sue Colm, Sara Stowell. (3rd L to R) Jacki Pelkey, Lori Garland, Alicia Bentley, Jeanne Roundy, Donna Bixby. 30 School Secretaries Our Guidance Secretary, Mrs. Wyman, is originally from Ludlow and graduated from B.R.H.S. Upon graduation she attended Bay Path Junior College in Ma. Mrs. Wyman has many talents that include furniture restoration, antiquing, and various arts and crafts. Mrs. Wyman enjoys camping and listening to most music, but especially classical and soft rock. She continuously serves as a vital part of the Guidance Dept. Georgia Wyman Anita, our beloved secretary and a very important aspect of B.R.H.S., has been in Ludlow all her life and graduated here at Black River. She enjoys hunting and midget auto racing, and likes to listen to the top 40 when she is not donating her time to activities at B.R.H.S. Anita is a very understanding and caring person often trying to foster public relations and encouraging democracy at our school. Special Education Our Special Education instructor, Mrs. Isabel Montgomery, sponsors the Jr. high spelling competition along with serving as Chapter parent for F.H.A. She was born and raised in Rhode Island and attended Rhode Island College. When not listening to jazz, classical and 60’s music, she enjoys knitting, sewing and family outings. Our Special Education instructor, Mr. Gary Baach, coaches Junior high girls’ basketball with a high success record. He was born and raised on a farm in Northwest Iowa. He also spent eight years living working in Ger- many after attending college. Mr. Baach, when not play- ing basketball, enjoys sketching Vt. scenes, and listening to Neil Diamond. His interest also lies in family outings. Isabel Montgomery Gary Baach 31 Drama The Drama Club, under the superb direction of Mr. Frappier, presented two productions this year, January Thaw and The Mouse that Roared. January Thaw, starring the cast pictured at right, had the city-oriented Gages (Craig Hasings, Dawn Gerry) pit- ted against the hillbilly Rockwoods (Joe Lambert, Alison Marble) in a dramatic contest for possession of the same house. The Spring pro- duction of The Mouse that Roared, contained the following cast members: Gina Witalec, Sharon Combes, Ellen Eddy, Lisa Goings, Robin Blanchard, Kathleen Fleury, Sara Stowell, Cheryl LaPointe, Chrissy Good- man, Dawn Gerry, Charlene Hastings, Linda Rabow, Susann Persson, Kathy Trainor, Craig Hastings, Mike Matulonis, Alan Dailey, Matt Graves, Mark Murray, Doug Wu, Eric Finlay, Joe Lambert, Shane Blanchard, Chris Moxhet, Eric Thompson, Jim Edgar, and John Montgomery, and was the story of a tiny duchy that declared war against the U.S. in order to gain foreign aid. These productions were aided by the cooperation of the backstage crew led by Brent Bixby and Cheryl LaPointe. The cast of January Thaw: (kneeling L to R) Sharon Combes, John Montgomery, Alison Marble, Ellen Eddy, Charlene Hastings, (standing L to R) Michael Matulonis, Eric Thompson, Gina Witalec, Dawn Gerry, Kathy Trainor, Craig Hastings, Joe Lambert, Matt Graves. Shane Blanchard. Mr. Robert Frappier teaches Jr. High reading and Senior High English. He enjoys gardening, woodworking, and music, such as classical and folk. Born and raised in Proctor, he went on to attend Castleton State College and St. Michael’s College. “Mr. Frapp” is also interested in the Theatre, proved by his dedicated sponsor- ship of the B.R.H.S. Drama club and his involvement in Summer Theatre. 32 Cheerleading Alison Marble, Jiyl Barrows, Lisa Billings, Betsy Berry, Jeanne Roundy, Kelly Crossman, Andrea Hull Joe Gurdak The Junior High Science teacher, Mr. Joe Gurdak, is also the very busy Athletic Director. He attended Castleton State College and his interests include stamp collect- Athletic Director ing and all kinds of sports. Mr. Gurdak is married and has three sons. When not pass- ing out practice schedules, he enjoys listening to rock and roll music. 33 Boys’ Varsity Basketball From Left to Right: Peter Collins, Barry Martin, Coach Robert Kathan, Wayne Combes, Matt Graves, manager Keith Demers, Mike Crossman, Joe Lambert, Gerald Roundy, Eric Thompson, John Marble, Bill Combes, Jim Merriam, Shane Blanchard. This year’s team was out- matched by size, but not in skills as the team was consistent with outside shots. The beginning of the season saw them winning 3 games in a row including the 2 tip-off tourna- ment games. Barry Martin did a fine job with his drives to the basket and ball handling. The team was well coached and disciplined by coach Robert “buster” Kathan. 34 Girls’ Varsity Basketball From Left to Right, front: Kathy Brown, Gina Witalec, Sara Stowell, Michelle Matulonis. Back: manager Cheryl LaPointe, Dawn Gerry, Anne Pickielnok, Sharon Combes, Susan Collins. Absent: Wendy Thompson. Mrs. Susan Pollender was born and raised in Fairlee, Vt. and then went on to attend the University of Vt. and major in history. She teaches Jr. High and high school social studies. When she’s not at the gym coaching the feuding girls’ Varsity Basketball team ar attending to Pep Club activities, she enjoys swimming, horseback riding, reading, golf and listening to 60’s rock. This year’s team consisted of 2 Seniors, 6 Juniors, and 2 freshmen. Throughout the year they continued to work hard, hustling in every game. This year’s high scorers were 2 Juniors, Gina Witalec and Dawn Gerry. The prospects look good for next year as everyone will be returning except for Seniors, Wendy Thompson and Kathy Brown. 35 Girls’ J.V. Basketball (from L to R) Front: Linda Rabow, Lisa Goings, Kristen Seyllcr, Margaret Collins. Back: Crissy Good- man, Joelle Washburn, Susan Marsh, Kim Benson, Lenora Haley. Boys’ J.V. Basketball (from L to R) Front: Steve Brown, Todd Sanderson, Brent Bixby, C. J. Goodman. Back: Chris Appleby, Wayne Call, Roland Lee, George Benson, Kurt Baitz. 36 Through All Kinds of Weather Mr. John Witalec Mr. John Witalec is the Health teacher and Physical Education instruc- tor at B.R.H.S. where he also attended high school. After growing up in Ludlow he went to Castleton State College. Mr. Witalec sponsors girls’ J.V. Basketball and Boys’ J.V. Baseball and his interests include fishing, golf, and baseball. When not refereeing soccer games, he enjoys country- western music. Mrs. Virginia Gurdak, the Jr. High English teacher, is also in charge of the substitute teacher program. During the activity periods she works with Mrs. Pollender on a junior high publication. Mrs. Gurdak attended the University of Vermont and enjoys reading, swimming, hiking, baking and listening to Neil Diamond, Abba, and Christopher Cross. Mr. Henry Kraft Biology and Chemistry are taught at B.R.H.S. by Mr. Henry Kraft who attended Rutgers University and Dartmouth College. Mr. Kraft has been married since 1952, and has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. His interests include sugaring, swimming, gardening and hiking (except with sophomores on Mt. Ascutney). Mr. Kraft also enjoys classical music and his church activities. Mr. Leonard Hanson Mr. Leonard Hanson teaches the Industrial Arts classes. He was born in New Britain, Connecticut and attended Central Conn. State College. Mr. Hanson has two children and enjoys country music. Other interests include fishing, photography and boating. He also sponsors the ski-season activity period. Mrs. Virginia Gurdak 38 Mr. William Crozier Mr. William Crozier teaches a variety of science classes including Earth and Physical Science and also College Physics. Mr. Crozier attended North Eastern and Fiske Universities, and grew up in Weymouth and Boston, Mass. In his spare time he enjoys listening to country and western music. Mrs. Jennifer Stowell Mrs. Jennifer Stowell, one of our Physical Education teachers, is a native of Western Massachusetts. She graduated from Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio and she enjoys golf, gardening, x-c skiing, and snowmobiling. Mrs. Stowell sponsors elementary girls’ basketball and the Booster Club. Also she enjoys classical music. Mr. Charles Bostock Mr. Charles Bostock teaches Spanish classes at B.R.H.S. and is also Pastor of the Ludlow Baptist Church. He attended Gordon College and is married with two children. When not listening to gospel, classical, or coun- try music, Mr. Bostock enjoys reading, camping, hiking and most sports (playing and watching). Ms. Anita Fechter Ms. Anita Fechter, a graduate of Temple University in Philadelphia, is the Art teacher at B.R.H.S. While not mixing paint or supervising the art activities on ski days, she can be found gardening, x-c skiing, hiking or cooking. Ms. Fechter enjoys reading magazines including Art in America, and Psychology Today. Also folk and jazz music are of great interest to her. Mr. Stewart Schmidt One of our local boys at B.R.H.S., Mr. Stewart Schmidt, teaches a variety of classes — Vt. Studies, Drivers’ Education, and U.S. History. He sponsors the Close-Up program, Model U.N., and is the Asst. Athletic Director. Mr. Schmidt attended Springfield College and enjoys horses, athletics, officiating and kids. , k. Ml Mr. Wcndlandt. Pam Crossman, Jack Koponen, Melissa Gerry, April Lawrence, Howie Paul, Judy Lacky, Marianne l.angello, Gina Witalec, Kurt Baitz, Brent Bixby, C. J. Goodman. Linda Rabow, Kristen Seyller, Kelly Crossman, Jacky Pelky, Cindy LaBarge, Dawn Gerry, Barb LcBrun, Michael Matulonis, Kirsten Ericson, Joellc Washburn, Sara Stowcll, Mary Sylvester, Stanton Wyman, Patrick Greenslet, Royal Hunter, Todd Sanderson, Suzy Marsh, Susan Phillips, Matt Graves, Owen Trainor, Valerie Lambert. This year’s band is divided into three sections: Marching, Stage, and Concert Band. The Advisor, Fritz Wendlandt, has hopes of creating a pep band to play at basketball games and other athletic events. Last May the Marching Band traveled to Mon- treal to participate in the Festival of Music, placing 1st in the category of small bands. This year’s high school district festival will include three B.R.H.S. band members — Mary Sylvester, Michelle Marsh, and Owen Trainor. 40 Priscilla Welch Mrs. Priscilla Welch, the ad- ministrator of the library, attended Keene State College and Columbia University. One of her major contribu- tions to the B.R.H.S. family is the spon- sorship of the National Honor Society, and she is currently president of her Women’s Educational Society — Delta Kappa Gamma. Her interests include art, boating, camping and reading. She also enjoys a great variety of music. Mrs. Welch, born in New Hampshire, has always prided herself on being a New Englander. (Standing L to R) Edwin Merrill, Advisor Priscilla Welch, Peter Collins. (Seated) Kelly Crossman, Keith Demers — Vice Pres., Craig Hastings — President, Betsy Berry — Secretary, Jim Mcrriam — Treasurer. This year our chapter of the National Honor Society is comprised of seven members and the N.H.S. advisor Priscilla Welch. Some of the activities sponsored this year were a lunch for new students, a Halloween flower sale, a Thanksgiving dance, the annual Christmas Bazaar and included foodsales on Wednesdays before activity period. The N.H.S. is con- stantly working on something, never dormant, to coordinate the annual Honors Banquet and support community services and a scholarship program. National Honor Society “April in “A Midsummer in Midwinter” This winter (though memories carried over into spring!) the Ad- vanced Placement English class, under the direction of their in- structor Ms. Rowe, presented a performance of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream. The story of two couples mixed and matched by fairies, the play was aided by the beautiful scenery designed by the 10c English class. The play’s success was attributed to fine scenery, a good cast, and a most enthusiastic audience. Paris” — A.I.F.S The American Institute of Foreign Study is a travel company specializing in student tours abroad. In April of 1982 three students from B.R.H.S. (Craig Hastings, Charlene Hastings, and Betsy Eddy) along with their ad- visor Ms. Rowe spent 10 days in Paris and surrounding suburbs of France, and London, Stratford, Oxford, and Windsor, England. They had a wonderful time seeing the many sights (such as those pictured here) and enjoying the European food and culture. - ««ante TWiaVRE CASSATE RWHIT m HYSTttE J9 At Windsor Castle, England Tasting the French cuisine American Scandinavian Student Exchange Susann's parents in Japan A.S.S.E. is a student exchange program between Scandinavian countries and the U.S. This year the Finlay family is hosting a stu- dent, Susann Persson, from Sweden. Susann whose Swedish family enjoys traveling (as il- lustrated in the pictures) came to Ludlow from S. Sandby, Sweden, her hometown to live for a year. Skiing with brother in Sweden Susann and host-sister Deanna Her father, brother and she in Paris. Friends For All Seasons 44 “Banner Staff’ Editor: Craig Hastings. ADVERTISING STAFF — Craig Hastings, Peter Collins, Edwin Assistant Editors: Kelly Crossman, Edwin Merrill. Merrill, Lisa Billings, Wendy Thompson, and Keith Demers. PHOTOGRAPHERS — Andrea Hull, Jim Merriam, Debbie SUBSCRIPTIONS STAFF — (Front) Stacey Goodman, Kathy Edgar. Brown, Lisa Billings, Betsy Berry. (Back) Tracey Tucker, Wendy Thompson. Our yearbook “The Banner” is put together by the editors, an advertising staff, a subscriptions staff and a business manager. Also involved is a full photography staff who are constantly snapping those shutters on their cameras and spending endless hours in the darkroom. Planning the year- book takes much long after school time and it sometimes seems impossible to make deadlines. All work on “The Banner” is done with the advice and supervision of the yearbook advisor, Ms. Stephanie Rowe. As an English teacher, Stephanie Rowe has a varie- ty of classes including challenging Advanced Place- ment English. Ms. Rowe came to the U.S. from England and grew up in Ludlow. She then went on to receive a B.S. in Liberal Arts at Casleton State Col- lege. Each year Ms. Rowe choreographs and creates the costumes of the physical fitness section of Jr. Miss. She is also the advisor of the yearbook. She annually takes a group of students abroad through A.I.F.S. When not teaching ballet, Ms. Rowe en- joys reading, attending plays and ballets, and taking her A.P. class on field trips to Boston. 45 46 ctntz cilth ''me.tLt, k A f w � V f odL ?juw.M.pj vptp.n rpltim lorpp.s p.fj'Jpr' SClir L T7r UrVinp? 'anu H PMAan HdJltoJfZ Favorite Expression: “Whot?” Major Hangup: Punk Future Plans: Work Special Treasure: Albums English, Rockabilly, Sunkist, Bartenter, Diamond Jim’s. Activities: Vo-ed — 3, 4; Winter Carnival — 1,2. Favorite Expression: “What? Major Hangup: Saying good-bye Future Plans: Air Force Special Treasure: Family and friends With Debby and Larry, Mt. Holly, “Charlie’’. _Appleh rrle°y .ee Je d eauc liain 48 Edward Activities: Shop — 1,2, 3,4; Cider Drive — 4; Vo-ed — 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “Really” Major Hangup: rainy weekends Future Plans: Military Special Treasure: Family and friends Glasses, denim jacket, pee wee, wipe out, Malibu. Activities: Cross Country — 1; Winter Carnival — 2, 3, 4; Vo-cd — 3,4; Baseball — 4; Cider Drive — 4. Favorite Expression: “Can 1 have one?” Major Hangup: Mondays Future Plans: Military Special Treasure: Family L.F.D., yellow chevette, cruising Ludlow, wit Donald, Benson's Wood Service, Chevys’, hats. Martin Jdee ddenion 49 Activities: JV Field Hockey — 1, Varsity — 2; Girls’ Soccer 3,4; JV Basketball — 1,2; Varsity — 3; Softball — 1. 2, 3; Cheerleading — 4; Class secretary — 1; Class President — 2. 3, 4; Student Council — 2. 3; Secretary — 4; National Honor Society — 3, 4; Secretary — 4; 1983 Junior Miss; Girls’ State Alternate — 3. Favorite Expression: “Yeah, Right!’’ Major Hangup: Injuries Future Plans: Nursing Special Treasure: Friends and family with Kelly, crash 2, blue knapsack, parties, short, Florida '82, never being where I’m supposed to be. Activities: Field Hockey — 1; JV Softball — 1; JV Cheerleading — 1; Varsity — 2, 3, 4; Winter Car- nival — 1. 2, 3. 4; Pep Club — 4; Chorus — 1,2,3; District festival — 1. 2, 3; FHA — 1. 2, 3; Class treasurer — 1; Class secretary — 2; Jr. Miss — 4; Banner — 4. Favorite Expression: “Just kidding Major Hangup: Curfew Future Plans: Special Education Special Treasure: Family and friends wee-waa, big Bill, Lee, summer of’82, time with J., with Andy and Wendy, 4-day flu. cjCiia 50 Sydney £ Lt I; i m mm ty' Kathie ean (fSrown ene Favorite Expression: “Wait a minute.” Major Hangup: Fords Future Plans: Own my own body shop. Vo-ed, “Sid” Activities: JV Basketball — 1, Varsity — 2, 3, 4: Field Hockey — 1; Varsity Softball — I, 2, 3, 4; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls’ State — 3. Favorite Expression: “No prob.” Major Hangup: waiting Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family and friends Asia, sailing, K.B., redhead, parties, trips to Rutland. 51 Activities: Great Race — 2; Walk-a-thon — 2. Favorite Expression: “Hey Man” Major Hangup: Show offs Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family blue Subaru, crash, hard job, good times. Activities: Baseball — 1,2; golf — 3, 4, M.V.P. — 3; Basket- ball — 2, 3, 4, co-captain — 4; Cross Country — 3; Class President — 1; Student Council — 1, 2, 3, 4; N.H.S. — 3, 4; Boys’ State — 3 Favorite Expression: “I’m a lover, not a fighter” Major Hangup: Missing par putts Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family and Friends Elroy, athletic, golfer, summer of 82, Go-Go-Mobile, parties. Ranted aymon J Cahill f- eter Francis Collins Activities: Baseball-4 Favorite Expression: “How you doing?” Major Hangup: Stupid people Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Rickenbacker Bass Guitar the band, Lennon Specs, “Comatose,” quarts, jamming, at bird’s and Jeffs. Activities: Field Hockey — 1,2; Cheerleading — 2, 3, 4; Soft- ball — 1, 2, 3, 4; M.V.P. — 3; Girls’ Soccer — 3, 4; All opponent team — 4; All state team — 4; Junior Miss — 4; Class secretary — 3, 4; FHA — 2, 3, 4; Treasurer — 4; National Honor Society — 3, 4; Band — 1, 2, 3; Chorus — 1,2; Pep club — 3, 4; Winter Carnival — 2, 3, 4; Banner co-editor — 4; Girls’ State alternate— 3; A.N.O.F. — 4. Favorite Expression: “Obviously” Major Hangup: Knee injuries Future Plans: Accounting-data processing Special Treasure: Family and friends With Keith, with Betsy, Rutland ’82, “Chester,” 8, “Crash 1,” dingel boppers. ane (lroiiman 53 Activities: Soccer — 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball — 1,2; Baseball — 1,2; Drama — 1,2,4; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3,4 Favorite Expression: “See how you are” Major Hangup: Sitting on the bench Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family blue eyes, brown hair, rugged at karate, with Jiyl. Activities: Soccer — 1,2, 3,4. Favorite Expression: “Mom, do you need the car?” Major Hangup: Cigarettes Future Plans: To travel Special Treasure: Stereo Mt. Holly, Buick, brown eyes, with Mary, rock n’ roll. 54 Keith 4ian 2) enter'd dCawrence Robert jbrub e Activities: J.V. Soccer — 1, 2; Varsity — 1, 2, 3, 4; J.V. Baseball — 1; Varsity — 1, 2, 3, 4; J.V. Basketball — 1,2; Varsity — 3, 4; Soccer M.V.P. — 3; Boys’ State — 3; National Honor Society — 3, 4; N.H.S. — Vice President — 4; Pep Club — 3, 4; Class Vice President — 2, 3, 4; Winter Carnival — 1,2, 3,4. Favorite Expression: “You rot.” Major Hangup: injuries Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family and friends with Kelly, Leroy, hoover, weebalo, jock, crip, crutch. Activities: Football — 1, D.E.C.A. — 4; Tennis Club; Drama Club Favorite Expression: “to be myself is everything” Major Hangup: getting up in the morning Future Plans: college Special Treasure: Friends and family weekend, party, “bum” 55 Activities: Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3. 4; JV Soccer —1,2; Special Olympics — 3; Cider Drive — 4; Baseball — 4. Favorite Expression: “Alright” Major Hangup: getting up in the morning Future Plans: auto mechanic Special Treasure: Family parties at Bird’s camp, with Jeff, Phil, Tim, hunting, fishing, concerts at Saratoga. Activities: Varsity Softball — 1, 2, 3, 4; FHA — 2, 3, 4; FHA Treasurer — 2; Soccer — 2; Pep Club — 2; Junior Miss — 4; Banner — 4. Favorite Expression: “Come on, Hon” Major Hangup: Getting up in the middle of the night. Future Plans: marriage Special Treasure: Robby funny, smiling, with Brian and Robby, on the farm, hats, catching. Jt avid Ray j£)uryir, £)eborah Collide iar 56 Activities: Winter Carnival — 2, 3. Favorite Expression: ‘Hey, Shorty” Major Hangup: Mr. Hanson always saying he’s right Future Plans: Carpenter Special Treasure: Subaru tall, big, yellow Subaru, clown, hates chores Activities: Softball — 1; F.H.A. — 2; Soccer — 2 Favorite Expression: “To each his own.” Major Hangup: Getting up in the morning Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Friends and Family levis, beach, traveling, curly hair, flying, with Scott 57 Activities: Field Hockey — 1,2; Cheerleading — 1, 2; Jr. Miss — 4; Newspaper Staff — 1; Pep Club — 1. Favorite Expression: “Sure, why not?” Major Hangup: Waiting Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Thoughts and Memories late, “SPACE,” silver jewelry, with Jason, blowing money, with Tracey Activities: J.V. Basketball — 1,2; Varsity — 3; Student Coun- cil Representative — 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council President — 4; National Honor Society — 3, 4; President — 4; A.F.S. — 3, 4; Club President — 4; A.F.S. A.A. to Turkey — 2; Banner Editor — 4; Drama — 2, 3, 4; A.I.F.S. — 3; Debate — 2, 3, 4; Forensics — 2, 4; Newspaper — 2; Model U.N. — 3; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “Uh, excuse me, but.. Major Hangup: TRYING to get things done on time Future Plans: College Special Treasure: People “L’s” in P.A.D. class, turning things in late, busy, laughing, with Sal, after-school activities, always picking on people. dr aifi ddward _JdastinffA 58 Activities: Winter Carnival — 3,4; Vo-ed — 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “I couldn’t believe it.” Major Hangup: English Future Plans: Military Special Treasure: Vicki Jo coon hunting with Jim, hunting with Vicki. Favorite Expression: “What?” Major Hangup: People who bug me Future Plans: Air Force Special Treasure: Family and friends red hair, blue eyes, freckles 59 Activities: Field Hockey — 1; Cheerleading — 3,4; F.H.A. — 2, 3; Student Council — 4; Banner — 4; Winter Carnival — 1,2, 3, 4; Pep Club — 4 Favorite Expression: '‘What are we doing this weekend?” Major Hangup: Saying good-bye Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family and Friends Andi, spending money, Tom Selleck, with Pitter or Lee, Maine, 4-day flu. Activities: Winter Carnival — 2, 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “Let’s go to the cabin” Major Hangup: Homework Future Plans: Move North mountain man, hunter, outdoorsy, active, partier. Cjarrett l icliard Jdunt Activities: Field Hockey —1,2; Softball —1,2; F.H.A. — 1, 2, 3; Class Treasurer — 2, 3, 4; Cheerleading — 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr. Miss — 4 Favorite Expression: “Never again” Major Hangup: Weekends in Ludlow Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Memories Pitter, with Rex, campin’, cruising with Andy, Lee, Jim, and Kathy, bunny hopping. Activities: Drama Club — 1; Junior Miss — 4 Favorite Expression: “Hey!” Major Hangup: Getting up Future Plans: Be Happy. Special Treasure: Dog class punker, “leather and lace” m, x nne- arie acoy Activities: Basketball — 1, 2, 3, 4; Soccer — 2, 3; Baseball — 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama — 1, 2, 3, 4; Special Olympics — 3; Favorite Expression: “Where's the Party?” Major Hangup: regulations Future Plans: to have fun Special Treasure: Family and friends ANIMAL, cheerleader, athletic, with Mike, c-69, Drama Favorite Expression: “Catch you later” Major Hangup: news bulletins during good t.v. shows Future Plans: Work Special Treasure: Radio cassette player Munchie, watching G.H. ML Joseph dCamkert Ok ereia JleB, ron 62 Activities: Soccer — 2, 3,4; Special Olympics — 3; Cider drive — 4. Favorite Expression: “Ay! What’s up?” Major Hangup: Being Broke Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Someone to love with Susann, driving the train, skiing, with Phil, Dave, Tim, 4-wheelin’ Favorite Expression: “Yeah, right. Dream on” Major Hangup: School Mornings Future Plans: Landscaping Special Treasure: Friends and Family tall, skinny, friendly, cook, ski bum. 63 Ml lion Waite Activities: Basketball — 4; Winter Carnival — 4 Favorite Expression: “Do it up Major Hangup: Johnboy Future Plans: scuba diving Special Treasure: Amy G. Blue Mustang, stompin' grounds, Maine, good tunes, with Boner. Activities: Basketball — 1,2; Chorus — 1. 2, 3; FHA — 1,2, 3; Pep Club — 3, 4; Softball — 1, 2; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr. Miss — 4; Field Hockey — 1; Debate — 2. Favorite Expression: “Are you kidding? No way!” Major Hangup: Kimmey Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family and friends Summer of '82, St. Thomas, Senior, condos, Okemo with P.J., 4-day flu, “injured”. Kimherh, y ane Wurtin a me A JlncL 711 reu erriam Activities: JV Basketball — 1,2; Varsity 3, 4; Student Council I, 2, 3. 4; National Honor Society — 3, 4; treasurer — 4; Model U.N. Alternate — 3; Boys’ State Al ernate — 3; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4; Banner Business Manager, Photographer 4. Favorite Expression: “You know” Major Hangup: U.C.L.A.'s Future Plans: engineering Special Treasure: Family and friends Alaska, campin’, Rutland, with A.H., B.R.. P.J., fishin'. Smurfin’. Activities: Banner Assistant Editor 4: Winter Carnival — 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society — 3. 4: Pep Club — 3. 4; Student Council — 4. Favorite Expression: “Oh Crud!!’’ Major Hangup: People who think they are better than everyone else. Future Plans: C.P.A. Special Treasure: Family and friends past summers on the farm. North Hill, at the pond, “Edwina , animal lover, dancing. 71 dwin rjCewii Werntl 65 Activities: Junior Miss — 4; Drama — 4. Favorite Expression: “Some sort of’ Major Hangup: Waiting Future Plans: Staying in the U.S. Special Treasure: Someone to Love Swedish, blond hair, talking, traveling, crafty, ocean, sugar Activities: Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball — 3, 4; Model for snow sculpture and spirit poster con- tests — 4; Class Idol — 1, 2, 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “Have a Smurfy day.” Major Hangup: Gargemell Future Plans: To become principal of B.R.H.S. Special Treasure: Smurfette. Smurfy, happy, small, blue, big nose, mischievous, typical class of’83 Senior, generous uAann s4aci ff erAAon ERM.S. Senior 66 mickaet Man pierion Activities: Winter Carnival - 3,4; Vo-ed — 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “Yeah, right” Major Hangup: Flat Landers Future Plans: Autobody Special Treasure: Family and Friends levis, hunting, trapping, timberlands. Mountain Caps Inc. Activities: Soccer — 2, 3, 4; Basketball — 1,2, 3,4; All Tour- nament Team — 3, 4; Baseball — 1, 2, 3, 4, M.V.L. — 3. Favorite Expression: “Fm sorry.” Major Hangup: Athletic Regulations Future Plans: Apprentice program at G.E. Special Treasure: Family and Friends cookie never serious, with Boner, sports, late for PAD, at Stoney’s, D.J. Gregory 67 Activities: Varsity Soccer — 2, 4; Varsity Baseball — 2, 3, 4; Winter Carnival. Favorite Expression: “Hey, Slick” Major Hangup: Being broke Future Plans: Service Special Treasure: Family and Friends blonde, athletic, cards at M.C.’s Activities District Music Festival — 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State — 3, 4; Band — 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball — 1,3; Cross Coun- try — 3,4; Softball — 3, 4; Girls’ State — 3. Favorite Expression: “Tammy, Get going” Major Hangup: snobs Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Family and Friends with Tammy, band room, computers. rjCeon ■Scott eveni Wary jt. Syiveiter 68 Activities: Drama — 1, 2, 3, 4; J.V. Basketball — 1,2; Varsity — 3, 4; captain — 4; Girls’ Soccer — 3, 4; MIP — 3; Forensics — 2, 4; Model U.N. — 3; Junior Miss — 4; F.H.A. — 1, 2, 3; President — 3; Pep Club 2, 3, 4; Banner staff — 4; A.F.S. club — 3, 4; Debate — 2,3,4. Favorite Expression: “You’ve got to be kidding.” Major Hangup: people in general Future Plans: Travel Special Treasure: Grandmother’s car Dramatic, argumentative, 4-day flu, with Patrice and Lisa, Boston, England ’83 Activities Varsity Soccer — 4; J.V. Basketball — 4; A.F.S. club — 4; Treasurer — 4. Favorite Expression: “Bummer Viejo” Major Hangup: Rules Future Plans: College Special Treasure: Friends and Family Smurf, “Viva Mexico,” pencils, “Animo,” sincerity, disorganization. 69 Activities: Debate — 2; Cross Country — 1 Favorite Expression: “O.K. That’s good.” Major Hangup: snobs Future Plans: work Special Treasure: Family and friends Miles, with Mary, quiet, brown eyes. Activities: JV Field Hockey — 1,2; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4; Fall Carnival — 2; Prom Committee — 4. Favorite Expression: “whatever ?” Major Hangup: Not getting what I want. Future Plans: college Special Treasure: My Family York Beach, always baking, “destined”, with Stacey, late B- day, unicorns. racey Z , A Jack nn 70 Activities: Great Race — 1,2; Winter Carnival — 1, 2, 3, 4; Vo-ed — 3, 4. Favorite Expression: “Ya” Major Hangup: Homework Future Plans: Air Force Special Treasure: Family brown eyes, brown hair, short tempered. Activities: JV Cheerleading — 1; JV Field Hockey — 1; Varsi- ty — 2; Varsity Softball Manager — 2. Favorite Expression: “I don't know!” Major Hangup: Getting up in the morning Future Plans: College Special Treasure: T.B. skiing, sunset bum, with Timmy, partying, trouble. 71 Keith LaBarge was a classmate for most of us since the beginning of grade school. Sud- denly it had all ended on March 21, 1979, but for the best because Keith would not have to suffer any more from his steady fight against muscular dystrophy. At school you would never have known he had any problems because he constantly was trying to do anything and everything he could, always laughing and smiling along with us. He was very intelligent and learned fast. We can remember in third grade when he was not confined to the wheelchair that in gym we used to feel so proud of him when he would join in the activity and do just as much as we all did. Those days are gone and we must remember those good days. Keith will be in our memories on graduation day. Administration The Black River High School Administra- tion includes Mr. Houghton Pearl, the Superintendent; Mrs. Roxana Tofferi, the Vice Principal; and Mr. Raymond Packert, the Principal. The group picture to your right, may not seem it, but is of three respected and honorable members of the school system. The Superintendent of schools, Mr. Houghton Pearl, enjoys golf, hiking, and the Boston Pops. He was born and raised in Burl- ington, Vermont and graduated form U.V.M. He also attended classes at Boston and Har- vard Universities. Mr. Pearl is well-known by the students at B.R.H.S. for his interest and involvement in many of the extra-curricular activities they participate in. Mr. Raymond Packert is the Principal at Black River. He received his Bachelor’s at the University of New Mexico, where he also par- ticipated in collegiate ice hockey, and a Master’s at Bridgewater State College. He has many interests and hobbies which include sailing, cross country skiing, golf, racketball and computers. Through his interest in com- puters, Mr. Packert has started an annual state-wide educational computer convention which involves both students and teachers. Mr. Packert has sponsored girls’ varsity soft- ball and enjoys contemporary rock and 40’s 50’s music. Mr. David Baker, our Teacher of the Year, teaches algebra, photography, and computer classes at B.R.H.S. He is also our resident computer expert and sponsors the Senior class, cross country skiing and the computer convention. When he’s not putting students to sleep with his corny jokes or waking up the faculty with his practical jokes, he enjoys skating, hiking, photography, biking and 60’s rock. Mr. Baker was born and raised on a dairy farm in upstate New York and attended Castleton State College. 73 In The Spring of Life 74 most argumentative Peter, Wendy and Mark shortest Kathy and Jeff tallest Susann and Mike most humorous Andrea, John and Greg quietest Sydney and Tammy best buddies Jeff, David and Phillip most rugged Patty and Alan 76 friendliest Andrea, Brenda and Rick most artistic Deanna and Garrett most school spirit Betsy, Peter and Kelly class flirts Lisa and Danny class hotrodder Marty most likely to succeed Betsy and Jim done most for class Jim, Craig and Betsy class voeders Sydney. Alan, Mark and Marty 77 computer maniacs Debbie and Mary best dressed Tracey and Craig class couple Keith and Kelly class athletes Kelly, Kathy and Gerald most studious Edwin and Tammy most musical Kim, Greg and Mary most dramatic Wendy and Joe most independent Heidi and Larry 78 % Residential — Vacation — Commercial — Land (802) 228-5575 DIAMOND REALTY CORP. Best of Everything Class of ’83 BEAUCHAIN’S BEAUTY SHOPPE Mt. Holly Tel. 259-2473 Building Remodeling VERNON BEAUCHAIN 146 Main Street Ludlow, Vermont 05149 Office One Flight Up Over D.J.’s Restaurant, Ask For: Jim Damone — Salespersons Martha Damone Shelley Chambers — Broker RFD East Wallingford, Vermont 05742 Tel. 259-2473 cSnbes Family loo AND RESTAURANT Ludlow, Vt. 80 MILLIGAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 228-5160 sunshine real estate sunshine marketplace ludlow Vermont 05149 DAVIS INSURANCE AGENCY Complete Insurance Service Business—Auto—Home—Life—Health EDWARD J. MATUUONIS 126 Main St., Ludlow, VT 05149 Butterfield Hill, Weathersfield, VT 05151 (802) 228-8882 (802) 263-9201 138 Main Street Ludlow, Vermont Phone 228-8866 Cota 8l Cota, Inc. Fuel Oil • Kerosene • Oil Fired Boilers • Hot Air Furnaces Wood Oil Furnaces • Plumbing Fixtures • Water Pumps Sewerage Systems • Alternative Energy Sources 24 Hour Burner Service A AA le� WCArV PART BIG A AUTO PARTS Main Street Ludlow, Vermont 05 149 228 8846 CLARK’S IGA Ludlow, Vermont 81 Congratulations to the Class of 1983 vv GREEN MOUNTAIN SDGffiBOUSEl - RFDl Ludlow,Vt. 05149 • 802 228-7151 L.C. KELLEY m PEAITO0 228-5333 ASSOCIATES Milt Moore. Harry Bradlev Rolf vanSchaik. Mary Jane O'Hara since 1963 LUDLOW, VT. Compliments to Senior Class GREEN MOUNTAIN SUGAR HOUSE Maple Products, Strawberry Growers, Cider Mill Congratulations Class of 1983 SCULLY INSURANCE Auto and Homeowners Dennis J. Scully — CPCU 194 Main Street Ludlow, Vt. 228-8935 FR OM THE EMPLOYEES AT THE LUdLOW THE NARA SIGN. =; Count your savings. Count your many addi- tional maintenance-free miles. Count in- creased safety for you and your family. Count your blessings, because this sign is the ultimate symbol of expert vehicle care. That's because it is the symbol of NAPA. NAPA is over 50 years old, and in that half century NAPA parts and NAPA people have earned a reputation for quality products, pro- fessional service, fast delivery and fair prices. Today that sign stands for over 110,000 top quality parts, many better than original equipment. So, whenever you need professional, dependable service, look for the blue and gold NAPA sign. You can count on it. Adams Automotive Supply 16 Pleasant Street Ludlow, Vermont Quality parts, Y Professional service —228-8815 LUDLOW'S OMELETTE CENTER Breakfast Lunch Daily Specials TALK TO US Ludlow—152 Main Street Featuring Homemade Soups Chowders Also, Luncheon Specials Under $3.00 Banking isn't as simple as it used to be If you re not sure what to do when a financial question arises, whether it's for business or personal, talk to us We II Help You Find Your Answer VERMONT NATIONAL BANK TALK TO US We H Hetp Kxj Fnd)fajr Answer MCMSCRrptc tOUAl MOUS� NO ItMOCR Weekdays 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Don’« • � � ,r8'd ,0 � °P Weekends 7 a.m.-2 p.m. I � ’0™ 6 '• y°u � ee 'he ''flhts on — or Frank inside. Congratulations From Alice and Martin Nitka 83 INN TOWNE MOTEL Congratulations Class of 1983 Congratulations From The Browns £cko Cake Jm f THE CHARM Of OLD VERMONT A Four Seasons Inn P.O. Box 142, Ludlow, Vt. 05149 802-228-8602 W. Dn, to Sau. you .Half DAKEN FACTORY OUTLET STORE P.O. Box 268 Ludlow, Vermont 05149 Route 103 Telephone (Area Code 802) 228-7061 — Sweaters — Ski Wear — Ski Jackets — Ski Sweaters Blouses — Slacks — Suits — Denims — All Sportswear — For the Entire Family Open Every Day — 9A.M. to 9P.M. — Including Sundays — LUDLOW SUNOCO 224 Main Street 228-8662 Plants: Arlington and Cavendish, Vermont Good Luck to the Class of 1983 MACK MOLDING COMPANY «MS XA C. 5 L dfO -7 3 � l zho cjeo . . . -fro C ou'-. c r... Oor bid 15 a ftoytil flLurr)int+v and vang 5tdtr)g peciafids is-f D rler5 offtfso Bu la nsfrttiocb in W . „,3 isisvk - wrirxjoioj - Robbers - OVA«rfio T � pn tckd bu 0 Utars 000 fVt? Cd1 Liv,, tcarranAf clHs 4 a.+hej Corr p k'kla.jOiolixki J f rr e ivijotjeids. Q£ Onpl£ k Une, of -Xhsvlaf oH.pra}ods nxe ________PlefoMi-rst-. bu | wfauj ,v . aa?-s? y 'vxf3 ux rkr nnsk p bhxfrmt s -HrtcLffermoi “ Good Luck to the Graduating Class SISTERS’ Sandwich Ice Cream Shoppe TYSON GENERAL STORE Serving Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Onion Rings, French Fries, Sandwiches, Grinders, Hard Soft Ice Cream 226-7768 Proctorsville, VT Congratulations Class of 1983 SKIP’S MOBIL Phone: 228-5539 THE HIDEAWAY MOTEL AND CAMPGROUND CHEVROLET AUTHORIZED SALES Fisher Plows and Parts 24 Hour Wrecker Service and SERVICE New and Used Cars and Trucks Congratulations to the Class of 1983 BENSON’S CHEVROLET INC. Ludlow, Vt. 16 Pond St. 228-4000 THE SEWARD FAMILY RESTAURANTS AND ICE CREAM Give Their Best Wishes to the Graduating Class PLAZA PHARMACY A Full Service Drug Store Ludlow Vermont MARY W. DAVIS Realtor and Associates, Inc. Ludlow Shopping Plaza Ludlow, Vermont 05149 802 228 8811 802 228-5123 — Residence T TIMBER INN MOTEL Route 103 The Village of Ludlow, Vermont 05149 Tel. 802 228-3841 802 228 8666 FEEDS Plonaera In Animal Nutrition tinea 1868 RUSSELL STOCKER SON RFD Ludlow, VT 05149 Telephone: 228-7279 Congratulations to the Graduating Class Sunshine Market Place • Rt 103. Ludlow. Vt. • 228-5216 Best Wishes to the Class of 1983 OKEMO DISCOUNT BEVERAGE BOTTLE REDEMPTION CENTER Wine Chips Milk Bread Snacks Kegs Candy Village Mall 26 Main St. Ludlow, Vt. Mon.-Sat. 9:00a.m.-9:00p.m. Sun. 11:00a.m.-7:00p.m. Congratulations kOlTlO Mountain 90 Ludlow, Vermont THE GILL ODD FELLOWS HOME 8 Gill Terrace Ludlow, VI. 05149 Tel. 228-4571 Intermediate Nursing Care Community Care Home — Level I We give personalized attention in a homelike environment. Joseph Girouard, Administrator Member Vermont Health Care Association and American Health Care Association Compliments of LO PAY JOE’S PLACE Downers Four Corners CORPORATION Perkin8ville, VT P 0 BOX 235 LUDLOW. VERMONT 05149 • TEL (802) 228-8861 DOOR PRODUCTS DIVISION Wishes the Class of 1983 The Best of Luck Best Wishes to the Graduating Class TAPPER PLUMBING AND HEATING, INC. Box 52-F, Andover Road • Ludlow, Vermont 05149 • (802) 228-8469 Complete Plumbing Systems Wood-Coal Heating Systems Congratulations to the Class of 1983 ROGER’S STYLE-A-WAY Roger Bixby: Owner Carol MacGinnis 802-228-7781 Compliments of WILDWOOD FLORIST SHOPPE Complete Florist Service and Plants Tel. 288-5142 Across From the Library Congratulations to the Class of 1983 THE DOWNS FAMILY EARL J. WASHBURN NATIONWIDE INSURANCE 228-5035 Congratulations to the Class of ’83 Ludlow, Vermont 93 ffiflTET port O 140 Main St. Ludlow, Vt. 05149 (802) 228-8850 GIROUARD’S TAE KWON DO 8 Gill Terrace Ludlow, Vermont 05149 228-5208 Septic Tank Cleaning Bulldozer Backhoe “Go Most Anywhere” GEORGE TUCKER Ludlow, Vt. 228-3206 PRINTERS AND PUBLISHERS A Weekly Newspaper Serving the Towns of Ludlow, Cavendish, Chester, Andover, Plymouth, Mount Holly and Weston, Vermont Main Street Ludlow, Vermont 802-8817 94 Congratulations to the Class of 1983 RUTLAND SAVINGS BANK The friendly bank. Since 1850 Member FDIC Merchants Row and Center St. 77 Woodstock Avenue Rutland, Vt. 05701 Rutland, Vt. 05701 Telephone: 773 4375 Telephone: 773-331 I Manchester Shopping Center Manchester, Vt. 05254 Telephone: 362 3226 Ludlow Shopping Plaza Ludlow, Vt. 05149 Telephone: 228 882 I Bennington Square Bennington, Vt. 05201 Telephone: 447-7522 (802)228-2381 JARVrS RADIO TV William Jarvi 122 Main St. Owner-Manager Ludlow, Vermont 05149 Congratulations Class of 1983 BETTY J. S. MERRILL Certified Public Accountant Ludlow, Vermont 05149 Telephone 228-3851 LUDLOW 'insurance AGENCY, INC. John G. Pluta Insurance Real Estate 150 Main St. Ludlow, Vt. 05149 802-228-8823 95 Congratulations to the Class of 1982 Andover Street Ludlow, Vermont Rt. 100 South 05149 Phone 802-228-3612 - Newt Rose, Proprietor GREEN MOUNTAIN BUILDING MATERIALS EVERYTHING TO BUILD ANYTHING 0 sAWITERN ODGC Proctorsville, Vermont 1 [ • Plywood • Plumbing Supplies • Electncol Supplies • Hordwore • Mill Work • Hond Power Tools Mon • Sot 7:30 - 5:00 228-8891 7 BRIDGE • Point • Insulof ton • Roofing • Doors Windows • Moson Motcriols LUDLOW SINGLETONS’ Choice Meats • Groceries • Sporting Goods Proctorsville, VT, 05153 - (802) 226-7776 96